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Thursday, March 23
EXHIBITS
Berkeley Arts Council 2023 Members' Exhibit
Through Saturday, April 1 - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday
Berkeley Art Works
116 N. Queen St.
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Features 42 works by 26 artists, including photography, quilting, sculpture, collage and various forms of paintings. Also, fine art and fine crafts by 13 juried artists of the Berkeley Art Works Artist Cooperative. Go to berkeleyartswv.org or call 304-620-7277.
Robert & Kitty Nalewalk: Travel — A Gift to the Senses
Through Tuesday, April 4 - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday; virtual exhibit at https://www.youtube.com/@washcoarts.
Washington County Arts Council
34 S. Potomac St., Suite 100
Hagerstown
Photographers (and husband and wife) exhibit photographs taken during their travels around the world. Use A&E Parking Deck, 25 Renaissance Way. Main entrance off third level (Potomac Street). Go to https://www.washingtoncountyarts.com/march-2023, email gallerymanager@washingtoncountyarts.com or call 301-791-3132.
Art in the Hallway
Through Friday, March 31
Hallway between Meritus' main entrance and Same Day Surgery Center
Meritus Medical Center
11116 Medical Campus Road
Hagerstown
A collaboration of the Valley Art Association and Meritus Medical Center. Works by artist Ronda Albright will be on display. Sales are handled at the Meritus gift shop, with a portion of the proceeds donated to the hospital auxiliary. For gift shop hours, call 301-790-8181.
Portraits of Persistence
Through Saturday, April 1 - Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Saturday noon to 4:30 p.m., Sunday noon to 8 p.m.
Shepherd University Scarborough Library
301 N. King St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Artwork inspired by stories of Storer College students. Free. Call 304-876-5421.
Cumberland Valley Artists and Photographers Exhibitions
Thursday, April 23 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive (in the City Park)
Hagerstown
Showcasing artists/photographers from Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia and Washington, D.C. Free. Go to www.wcmfa.org or call 301-739-5727.
Fabric Arts Exhibition
Through Sunday, April 30 - 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday
Jefferson Public Library
49 Church St.
Summit Point, W.Va.
Exhibit by The Sisterhood of the Thimble, a local quilt group. Go to www.sojeffersonlibrary.com or call 304-725-6227.
LECTURES
Walking to Listen: 4,000 Miles Across America, One Story at a Time
Thursday, March 23 - 10 a.m.
Kepler Theater
Hagerstown Community College
11512 Kepler Drive
Hagerstown
HCC's 2023 Big Read book event. Andrew Forsthoefel will speak about his memoir, written following his cross-country trek and told through the stories of the people he met along the highways of America. Bring book for a free signing following presentation. Free. Go to www.hagerstowncc.edu/bigread. Email amdrumgoole@hagerstowncc.edu.
Estate Planning: Leaving Your Mark on the Next Generation
Thursday, March 23 - 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., in-person and via Zoom
Frederick News-Post
351 Ballenger Center Drive
Frederick, Md.
Presented by Sterling Financial Management's private wealth manager Kelly Batey and Special Counsel Marty Snyder. Examines wills, trusts, healthcare directives, as well as the benefits of having an estate plan. Free. To register, go to www.sterlingfm.com/events or call 301-733-7777.
Backyard Critters: Furry, Scaly, Slimy
Thursday, March 23 - 7 p.m.
Church of the Apostles, Social Room
336 Barnett Ave.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Third of The Institute's three-part spring series, What's the Buzz in Your Backyard? Presented by Erika Coover of the Pennsylvania Game Commission. Free. Go to natureandcultureinstitute.org, email info@NatureAndCultureInstitute.org or call 717-762-0373.
MOVIES
2023 Maryland International Film Festival
Thursday, March 23, through Sunday, March 26 - event starts at 5 p.m. Thursday and ends at 5 p.m. Sunday
36 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
More than 100 films from around the world. Five venues. Celebrates independent films. Awards for best feature, best documentary, best short, best foreign film, best local film, best animated film and best student film. Opening night at The Maryland Theatre includes VIP party and several awards. $80 all-access festival pass or $35 VIP and film for Friday, $50 weekend pass, $30 Saturday pass, $30 Sunday pass. Portion of proceeds benefit global charities. Go to marylandiff.org.
Friday, March 24
EXHIBITS
Animal Kingdom
Through Sunday, March 26 - 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays
The Mansion House Art Center and Gallery
480 Highland Ave. (in the City Park)
Hagerstown
Valley Art Association members art exhibit. Free admission. Go to https://valleyartassoc.org/ or call 301-797-2867.
The Final Course
Friday, March 24 - reception from 6 to 9 p.m., exhibit open through Tuesday, April 4 - 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday
Kepler Theater
Hagerstown Community College
11512 Kepler Drive
Hagerstown
The 2023 Barbara Ingram Senior Visual Artist Exhibition. Call 301-766-8840.
Seth Holmes
Through Friday, March 31 - 5 to 8 p.m. Fridays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays
42 West Arts Co-op
42 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Waynesboro-based watercolor artist. Call 717-749-0437 or go to 42WestArts.com.
FAMILY
Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum open house
Through Sunday, Oct. 29 - 1 to 5 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum
296 S. Burhans Blvd. (US 11)
Hagerstown
Historic railroad equipment, N scale layout, O 3-rail interactive layout and Midwood Junction layout, O scale (2 rail) and HO scale layouts, historic photo and document displays, railroad artifacts, gift shop and much more. Admission is $6 adults, $1 ages 4 to 16, free ages 3 and younger. Call 301-739-4665, email info@roundhouse.org or go to www.roundhouse.org.
FUNDRAISER
Art in Bloom Preview Party
Friday, March 24 - 5 to 7 p.m.; exhibit continues Saturday, March 25, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, March 26, noon to 5 p.m.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive (in the City Park)
Hagerstown
Fresh-cut flower arrangements by floral designers paired with pieces of artwork. Hosted by Hagerstown Garden Club to benefit the museum. $55 for preview party; free admission Saturday and Sunday. Floral designer Ashley Conlon leads a free floral demonstration Saturday at 1 p.m. To purchase tickets for the preview, call Donna Rastelli at 301-739-5727, email drastelli@wcmfa.org or go to wcmfa.org/art-in-bloom/.
MUSIC
The Tans
Friday, March 24 - 6 to 9 p.m.
Antietam Brewery
140 Western Maryland Pkwy.
Hagerstown
Classic rock and pop hits. Call 240-513-4490.
Frank 'n Bob
Friday, March 24 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Acoustic rock and roll. Free, donations appreciated. Email music@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.
Simple Gifts
Friday, March 24 - pre-concert lecture at 7 p.m., concert at 7:30 p.m.
Shepherd University's Frank Arts Center Theater
260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
The Shepherd Symphonic Band performs band songs and dances by Frank Ticheli, Shelley Hanson, Larry Daehn, Clare Grundeman, John Philip Sousa, Hugh M. Stuart and Aaron Copland. $15 general admission, $10 senior citizens, active duty military, and students 18 and younger. Buy tickets at https://www.shepherd.edu/music/event-ticket-and-registrations/. Call 304-876-5000.
ONSTAGE
Grease
Through Sunday, March 26 - 6 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 1 p.m. Sundays
Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater
44 N. Potomac St. (rear)
Hagerstown
Musical centered around a 1959 high school class recalls the music of Buddy Holly, Little Richard and Elvis Presley. Contains adult language and adult themes. $63 ($57 for members of the military and first responders), includes dinner and show, and coffee, tea and iced tea; bar tab and gratuity not included. Go to washingtoncountyplayhouse.com or call 301-739-7469.
Mamma Mia!
Friday, March 24 - 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, March 25 - 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Shockey Family Center for Performing Arts
Greencastle-Antrim High School
300 S. Ridge Ave.
Greencastle, Pa.
Broadway musical presented by the Greencastle-Antrim High School Drama Club. Tickets are $10 at the door.
Saturday, March 25
CLASSES
Stop the Bleed!
Saturday, March 25 - drop by between 9 a.m. and noon
Boonsboro Ambulance and Rescue Service
7619 Old National Pike
Boonsboro
Learn how to stop the bleeding of an injured person. Technique is taught in 15 minutes. No appointment or registration necessary. Free. Call 301-432-6979.
Build an Elephant Container
Saturday, March 25 - 9 a.m.
Ceramic Arts Center of Waynesboro
13 S. Church St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
For children 6 and older (adults can create with kids; purchase an extra seat). Participants will receive clay, tools, glaze and instruction. $15 per elephant, includes materials and firings. Space is limited. For tickets, go to waynesboroceramics.org/shop-classes/p/kids-build-an-elephant-container-march-25-900am. Call 717-372-7906 or email jenny@waynesboroceramics.org.
Making Photographic Portraits in Natural Light
Saturday, March 25 - 2 to 4 p.m.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive (in the City Park)
Hagerstown
Led by Jillian Abir, Cumberland Valley Photographers exhibition first-place winner. Bring camera or phone. Hands-on workshop. $60 ($50 members). Advance registration is required. Call 301-739-5727, email drastelli@wcmfa.org or go to wcmfa.org/making-photographic-portraits-in-natural-light/.
Stay-Making Workshop
Saturday, March 25 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Conococheague Institute Visitor Center
12995 Bain Road
Mercersburg, Pa.
Part one of a series of workshops. Drafting and fitting an 18th-century outfit. Also exhibits, gift shop, colonial life demonstrations, nature trails and more. $50 ($25 members), includes three classes. To register, email info@cimlg.org. Call 717-328-2800.
Jana Jae — Fiddling with Flair Workshop and Performance
Saturday, March 25 - beginner's workshop from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., intermediate/advance workshop from 10:30 a.m. to noon; limited individual private lessons from 2:15 to 3:45 p.m. (10 minutes each, any level), concert at 7 p.m.
Thomson Hall Alumnae Chapel
Wilson College
1015 Philadelphia Ave.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Learn how to play the fiddle. Workshop is $10 (free for Cumberland Valley School of Music faculty/students). Private lesson is $5. Concert is $15 (free for CVSM faculty/students). Go to https://cvsmusic.org/, email heather@cvsmusic.org or call 717-261-1220.
Spring Equinox Dance Workshop
Saturday, March 25 - 1 to 4 p.m.
St. Mark's Fellowship Center
18313 Lappans Road
Boonsboro
Everyone welcome. Led by Candice Tritch of Dance Alchemy. Includes meditation, creative visualization, warm-up exercises and step-by-step dance instruction. $20. Go to www.unityhagerstown.org, email unityhagerstown@gmail.com or call 240-409-5940.
High Tunnel Growing 101
Saturday, March 25 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Shepherd University's Agricultural Innovation Center
301 N. King St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Taught by Brooke Comer, visiting assistant professor of environmental science, and Madison Hale, Tabler Farm coordinator. Review all aspects of growing in high tunnel greenhouses. $20 general, $5 students, free to veterans; includes lunch. Registration required. Go to shepherd.edu/suaic-2023-workshop-series/. Call 304-876-5000.
FAMILY
'Seeding Your Future' Spring Summit — STEAM event
Saturday, March 25 - 1 to 3 p.m.
Center For Contemporary Arts, Room G03
Shepherd University
301 N. King St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
For families and children in kindergarten through grade three (ages 5 to 9). Presented by Shepherd University and the W.Va. Science Public Outreach Team. Hands-on science, technology, engineering, arts and math activities. Led by faculty, undergraduate students, W.Va. SPOT members and local experts. Free. Registration is not required. Go to https://www.shepherd.edu/seedingyourfuture or call 304-876-5000.
Disability Resource Fair
Saturday, March 25 - noon to 2 p.m.
Bester Elementary School
385 Mill St.
Hagerstown
Spotlight on special education in Washington County, showcasing the work, programs and continuum of services while connecting families with community and post-secondary resources. Email SECAC@wcps.k12.md.us.
FUNDRAISERS
Thirty-One Bag Bingo
Saturday, March 25 - doors open at 4 p.m., early birds at 5 p.m., first bingo game at 5:30 p.m.
Christ Reformed United Church of Christ
22514 Cavetown Church Road
Cavetown
Food and baked goods available for purchase. $25 in advance, $30 at the door, includes 20 regular games, three special games and door prizes. Limited tickets. Call 717-729-9338.
All You Can Eat Spaghetti Dinner
Saturday, March 25 - 4 to 7 p.m.
Broadfording Church of the Brethren Fellowship
14010 Greencastle Pike
Hagerstown
Carry out available. $10 adults, $5 ages 6 to 12, free ages 5 and younger. Benefits the Clear Spring Lions administrative and community service projects.
Appreciation Dinner
Saturday, March 25 - meal starting at 5 p.m.
South Mountain Volunteer Fire Department
11207 Loop Road
Fayetteville, Pa.
Spaghetti dinner with meatballs, salad bar, dinner roll and cake. Door prizes. $10. Tickets available at South Mountain Bible Church and the fire department. Proceeds benefit the fire department. Call 717-749-5789 or 717-749-5733.
MSO Gala 2023
Saturday, March 25 - 5 to 11 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Features "Northern Lights: The Music of Nielsen, Szymanowski & Sibelius" concert with violinist Nick Kendall. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, photo opportunities, auction packages, Scandinavian inspired dinner and post-concert experience with dessert, live music and dancing. $175-$2,500. Call 301-797-4000 or email esocks@marylandsymphony.org.
LECTURE
2023 Women's History — I Am ... We Are Valiant
Saturday, March 25 - 1 to 3 p.m.
Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Bureau
15 S. Main St.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Celebrating inspirational women. Speaker, poet and performer Carla Christopher presents her perspective on the ways women are valiant each day. Free. Space is limited. Go to ExploreFranklinCountyPA.com or call 866-646-8060.
MUSIC
Northern Lights
Saturday, March 25 - 7:30 p.m. in person and Sunday, March 26 - 3 p.m. in person and streamed on MSO Live! (watch.marylandsymphony.org)
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Presented by The Maryland Symphony Orchestra, featuring violinist Nick Kendall. Includes Carl Nielsen's Helios Overture; Karol Szymanowski's Violin Concerto No. 2 and Jean Sibelius' Symphony No. 5. Elizabeth Schulze, conductor. $24-$74. Call 301-790-3500 or 301-790-2000, email ajv@mdtheatre.org or go to marylandsymphony.org.
March Musical Madness — from Bach to Jazz
Saturday, March 25 - 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Trinity Episcopal Church
200 W. German St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Presented by Friends of Music. Performance by Winchester (Va.) Musica Viva Choir. Classical and contemporary works. $35. Go to www.friendswv.org. Email info@friendswv.org or call 304-876-5765.
Carl Disque
Saturday, March 25 - 10 a.m. to noon
Brooke's House Coffee and Chocolate
South End Shopping Center
1083 Maryland Ave.
Hagerstown
Saxophonist. Blues, classic 50's R&B, jazz. Call 240-203-8183.
OUTDOORS
This Race is for the Birds!
Saturday, March 25, through Saturday, April 1 - virtual 5K or 10K; in-person 5K or 10K will be Saturday, April 1, with registration from 7:30 to 8:45 a.m.
Broomgrass Farm
446 Broomgrass Way
Gerrardstown, W.Va.
Join the Potomac Valley Audubon Society for the 23rd annual race. Run, walk or jog the cross-country trails in person or participate in the virtual option running, walking, biking, horseback riding, paddling or another way to complete the distances. Held rain or shine. $30 for virtual 5K, $35 for virtual 10K, $35 for in-person 5K, $40 for in-person 10K. Proceeds support PVAS programs and nature preserves. To register, go to www.raceforthebirds.org. Email Race4Birds@PotomacAudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
Sunday, March 26
FAITH
Labyrinth Vespers
Sunday, March 26 - 7 p.m.
Mount Moriah Lutheran Church
15116 Foxville Church Road
Sabillasville, Md.
Walk an indoor labyrinth contemplatively in a country setting. Call 240-405-2173 or email prjulie@verizon.net.
Reception for new music director
Sunday, March 26 - 8 a.m. traditional service, 10:15 a.m. family service, reception following service
St. John's Episcopal Church
101 S. Prospect St.
Hagerstown
Welcome new music director John Sabine. Nursery available. Go to www.stjohnshagerstown.org or call 301-733-2560.
MUSIC
Bluegrass Hootenanny
Sunday, March 26 - 2 to 4 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Everyone welcome. Bring bluegrass instrument and join in. Led by Johnny Calamari and Brad Munn. Free, donations appreciated. Email music@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.
Trinity Bach Festival
Sunday, March 26 - 4 p.m.
Trinity Lutheran Church
15 Randolph Ave.
Hagerstown
Featured guests Hagerstown Choral Arts along with local organists and instrumentalists. Call 301-733-2878.
Emily McMoran
Sunday, March 26 - 3 p.m.
Shepherd University's Frank Arts Center W.H. Shipley Recital Hall
260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Composition recital. Free. Call 304-876-5000.
Alexander Strain
Sunday, March 26 - 5 p.m.
Shepherd University's Frank Arts Center W.H. Shipley Recital Hall
260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Voice recital. Free. Call 304-876-5000.
Monday, March 27
CLASS
The Trifecta - Trombone Workshop
Monday, March 27 - registration deadline; workshop is Sunday, April 2 - 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with concert at 5 p.m.
Frank Arts Center
Shepherd University
260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Includes trombone, euphonium and tuba. Workshop for low brass players 13 to 17 and a low brass event for college and adult musicians. Workshops led by Angela Johnson and James Kraft, and lectures by Frank Gulino and Madeline A. Lee. Opportunity to shop instruments and get repairs with vendors. Hosted by Shepherd University's School of Music and the Mid-Atlantic Trombone Alliance. Free. Registration for workshop is required. Go to www.su.edu/conservatory/invites/mata/register/. Email jmart01@shepherd.edu, go to www.su.edu/conservatory/invites/mata/ or call 800-432-2266.
MUSIC
U.S. Army Field Band Jazz Ambassadors
Monday, March 27 - 7 p.m.
Luhrs Performing Arts Center
475 Lancaster Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
Official touring big band of the U.S. Army. Repertoire includes big band swing, bebop, Latin, contemporary jazz, standards, popular tunes, Dixieland, vocals and patriotic selections. Free. To reserve tickets, call 717-477-7469 or go to luhrscenter.com.
Tuesday, March 28
HEALTH
Unity of Hagerstown's Beginner's Yoga
Tuesdays - 6 p.m.
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
18313 Lappans Road
Boonsboro
Led by Sandy Morrel. Exploration of breathing exercises, standard poses and meditation. Bring mat and water. $15 drop-in or $50 for five classes. Go to www.unityhagerstown.org, email unityhagerstown@live.com or call 240-409-5940.
LECTURES
Developing Intercultural Competence through Perspective Taking
Tuesday, March 28 - 3 to 4 p.m.
Frank Arts Center, C.W. Shipley Recital Hall
260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Presented by Rachel Krantz, Shepherd University associate professor of French. Part of Shepherd University Faculty Research Forums. Free. Call 304-876-5000.
Novel Directing Groups for Iridium Catalyzed Aromatic C-H Borylations
Tuesday, March 28 - 7:30 p.m.
General Studies Auditorium and via Zoom
Penn State Mont Alto
1 Campus Drive
Mont Alto, Pa.
Part of Spring 2023 Evening Talk Series. Features Thomas Oleskey, current Michigan State chemistry graduate student. Free. Email kah259@psu.edu. Call 717-749-6000.
OUTDOORS
Star Party
Tuesday, March 28 - 8:45 to 10 p.m. (weather permitting)
Field between General Studies Building and Orchard Road
Penn State Mont Alto
1 Campus Drive
Mont Alto, Pa.
Telescope viewing and green laser pointer sky tours. Free. Email kah259@psu.edu. Call 717-749-6000.
Wednesday, March 29
EXHIBIT
Annual Wilson College Juried Student Art Exhibition
Wednesday, March 29 - reception at 2 p.m.; exhibit continues through Friday, April 21 - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday
Bogigian Gallery, Lortz Hall
Wilson College
8 Gall Way
Chambersburg, Pa.
Artwork by Wilson College students. Features drawings, paintings, graphic design, ceramics, photographs and mixed-media. Juror is Ashley Gogoj, local artist and Art and Design Program chair at Carlisle (Pa.) Area High School. Free. Call 717-264-2783 or email philip.lindsey@wilson.edu.
LECTURE
Surviving to Thriving
Wednesday, March 29 - 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Hosted by Bester Community of Hope, a San Mar initiative. Seventh annual community training. Speakers include Josh Shipp, the Rev. Gregory Boyle, Philonese Floyd and Corey Best, and Kevin John Fong. $39 per person, group rates available when registering 10 or more. To register, go to besterhope.org. Call 240-513-6370 or email sbarrett@sanmarhope.org.
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