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Monday, Jan. 24
LECTURE
President’s Lecture on Nobel Prizes
Monday, Jan. 24 - 6:30 p.m.
Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History and Education auditorium
Shepherd University
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Shepherd University’s President’s Lecture Series will present its annual deep dive into the Nobel Prize. A panel of six Shepherd professors will discuss the importance of the 2021 Nobel Laureates’ works and the nature of the prize in each discipline. To access the Zoom link, visit the President’s Lecture webpage at https://www.shepherd.edu/president/presidents-lecture-series.
Bible Conference
Monday, Jan. 24 - 7 p.m.
Black Rock Bible Church
9646 Crystal Falls Drive
Hagerstown
Pastor David Mummert will speak on "The Blessings of the Messiah." Call 302-382-2883.
Tuesday, Jan. 25
CLASS
Music for Pre-schoolers
Tuesdays, Jan. 25-Feb. 22 - 4:15-5 p.m.
Shepherd University
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
For students aged 4 to 6, with parents or caregivers, this class is designed ot prepare children for later instrumental studies or voice lessons. The group will play wood, metal and shaker instruments, sing songs and echo songs, develop listening skills and work with creative movement and circle dances. Students and accompanying care ivers are required to wear masks. Tuition is $65 for the five-week session. For more information and to register, contact the Community Music coordinator at communitymusic@shepherd.edu.
EXHIBIT
'5 Fathoms'
Continues through Monday, March 7 - Hours are 3 to 5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday or by appointment
Center for the Contemporary Arts - Phaze 2 Gallery
Shepherd University
92 W. Campus Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
"5 Fathoms" centers around Kateh Helms' fantasies of a luxuriously ornate home being dismantled by the climatic effects of sea level rise and tossed into the ocean, where it becomes an artificial reef for a variety of handmade barnacle, coral and sponge-like encrustations. Email eboggess@shepherd.edu.
FAMILY
William Brish Planetarium Programs
Tuesday, Jan. 25 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
William Brish Planetarium
820 Commonwealth Ave.
Hagerstown
"Cosmic Colors: An Adventure Along the Spectrum" for upper elementary-age and general audiences will be presented from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m.; "Oasis in Space" for general audiences will be presented from 7 to 8 p.m. Tickets on sale now. Programs are limited to 32 attendees. Doors open 30 minutes before the program begins. No late admissions. All patrons are required to wear face masks at all times. Tickets cost $3.75; $2.50 for ages birth to 18 years; free for Gold Card holders (call the planetarium at 301-766-2898 for a coupon code). All tickets must be purchased in advance at wbp.booktix.com. Tickets are non-refundable.
Family Skate Night
Tuesday, Jan. 25 - 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
The Skate Palace
17333 Virginia Ave.
Hagerstown
Hosted by Washington County Parks and Recreation. $5, includes admission and skates. Call 240-313-2805 or go to www.washcorecfit.com.
Thursday, Jan. 27
EXHIBITS
Three Exhibits — Washington County Arts Council
Continues through Tuesday, Feb. 1 - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday; view the exhibits virtually through Tuesday, Feb. 1
Washington County Arts Council
34 S. Potomac St., Suite 100
Hagerstown
The exhibits include Dusty Graham: COVID Bash and Stash Scrappy Quilt Projects; Bonnie Zuckerman: Natural Reflections: and Jamie Hardges: Color Me. Free. Social distancing and wearing masks is required for all visitors. Call 301-791-3132 or email gallerymanager@washingtoncountyarts.com.
Photography by Thom Potts
Continues through Monday, Feb. 28 - Hours are Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
South Jefferson Public LIbrary
Library Meeting Room
49 Church St.
Summit Point, W.Va.
Photographs by Thom Potts will be on display. Call 304-725-6227 or go to www.sojeffersonlibrary.com.
The Secret Paris of the 1930s: Vintage Photographs by Brassaï
Continues through Sunday, Jan. 30 - Hours are10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday; 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday; closed Mondays and major holidays
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive
Hagerstown
The exhibition presents Hungarian-French photographer Brassaï's (1899-1984) iconic photographs of night-time Paris during the 1930s and '40s. His photographs feature colorful characters from the streets, dancehalls, bars and theaters of after-hours Paris. His work engages with a diverse range of themes, including avant-garde visual and performing arts, social class relations, gender and sexuality.
Winter Wonderland
Continues through Sunday, Jan. 30 - Fridays and Saturdays - 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sundays - 1 to 5 p.m.
Mansion House
480 Highland Ave.
City Park
Hagerstown
"Winter Wonderland" is an exhibit by members of Valley Art Association. Free. Call 301-797-2867 or go to www.valleyartassoc.com.
Annual Members' Exhibit
Continues through Saturday, Feb. 19 - Hours are Wednesday to Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Berkeley Art Works
116 N. Queen St.
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Artwork by Berkeley Arts Council members will be on display. For information, contact bacexhibits@gmail.com or go to Berkeleyartswv.org.
Voices from the Wine Dark Sea
Continues through May 2022
Online www.wilson.edu/voices-wine-dark-sea
The exhibit showcases the diversity of perspectives in the ancient world ringing the Mediterranean Sea. On show are artifacts from the Wilson College Antiquities Collection accompanied by primary source texts telling the stories of individuals and groups from centuries ago. To view the exhibit, go to www.wilson.edu/voices-wine-dark-sea
'Creative Gateways'
Continues through Monday, Feb. 28 - Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Frederick Arts Council Art Center
5 E. Second St.
Frederick, Md.
"Creative Gateways: Expressing Frederick's Distinct Identity — An Ideas Exhibit" will be on display. Go to www.frederickartscouncil.org.
Junior/Senior Annual Art Exhibition
Through Feb. 1 - Tuesday through Friday, noon to 4 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Allison-Antrim Museum
365 S. Ridge Ave.
Greencastle, Pa.
Greencastle-Antrim High School junior and senior art exhibition, displayed in the south bay of the Barn. For more information, please visit www.greencastlemuseum.org, Facebook, Twitter @greencastlemuzm, or call 717-597-9010.
FAMILY
IceFest
Thursday, Jan. 27, through Sunday, Jan. 30
Downtown Chambersburg, Pa.
Highlights include: double-wide ice slide, Thursday, Jan. 27, Friday, Jan. 28 from 5 to 8 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 29, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 30, noon to 4 p.m.; live carving of giant ice sculptures Thursday and Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. around downtown; outdoor corn hole tournament Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on the street at 100 Lincoln Way East. Free admission; change for several events. For a complete schedule, go to icefestpa.com.
Friday, Jan. 28
EXHIBITS
Three exhibits
Continues through Sunday, Feb. 27 - Hours are Friday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Ice House
Corner of Independence and Mercer streets
Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
"Art Encore" features previously owned fine art, crafts, wearables and jewelry. The selection includes prints, paintings, photographs, pottery and sculpture as well as hand-crafted jewelry and apparel. Artists include local artists such as Lynn Ferris, Phyllis Hagstead and Jane Frenke. "Berkeley Springs and Cacapon State Park Magic" features photography by Manuela Costesco. "The Green Diamond Man and the Red Infinity Woman" features paintings inspired by the fantastic adventures of Costescu. Call 304-258-2300 or go to www.macicehouse.org.
FAMILY
Christmas at the Roundhouse
Continues through Sunday, Jan. 30 - Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m.
Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum
296 S. Burhans Blvd.
Hagerstown
Displays include the Trains of Christmas, Midwood Junction, O-scale, HO-scale and kids trains, railroad artifacts and trains for kids to run. $6; $1, children ages 4 to 15; free for ages 3 and younger. The museum will be closed Call 301-739-4665 or go to www.roundhouse.org.
Destiny Alteration Packs Packing
Friday, Jan. 28 - 4 p.m. until finished
Maugansville Ruritan
18007 Maugans Ave.
Hagerstown
Modern Woodmen Fraternal Financial will assemble 150 DAP packs for the homeless. Items to be packed include a 4-by-6 tarp, hand warmers, gloves, hats, lip balm, instant soup, canned beans and tuna, blankets, washcloth, tin cup, candle, matches, razor, comb, toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, soap, toilet paper and more. For information, call 301-991-0541 or 301-991-7799 or email lynnbbee@aol.com or richard.I.bibbee@mwarep.org.
ONSTAGE
'Shout! The Mod Musical'
Continues through Sunday, Feb. 27; Fridays and Saturdays - 6 p.m.; Sunday, Feb. 27 - 1 p.m.
Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater
44 N. Potomac St., rear
Hagerstown
'Shout! The Mod Musical' features the music and fashions of the 1960s. Tickets cost $59.50; $53.50, police, fire, EMS responder only, $53.50, member only; $49.50, children ages 5 to 12. All tickets subject to a $2 order fee. Exposure to COVID-19 is an inherent risk in any public location where people are present; the theater cannot guarantee you will not be exposed during your visit. All sales final. Ticket price includes dinner and show. Children younger than 5 will not be admitted.
'Meshuggah-Nuns!'
Continues through Saturday, March 5 - Friday and Saturday, doors open 6 p.m.; matinees on the first, third and fifth Sunday of each month, doors open 12:30 p.m.
Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre
5 Willowdale Drive
Frederick, Md.
The sisters have been given an all-expense-paid trip on the "Faith of All Nations" cruise. The cast of the ship's production of "Fiddler on the Roof" become ill and the sisters are asked to put on a revue. Tickets for Friday evenings and Sunday matinees cost $52; tickets for Saturday evenings cost $55. For tickets, stop by the theater or call 301-662-6600.
Saturday, Jan. 29
EXHIBIT
Franklin County Long Rifles from the Tom Burkey Collection
Continues through Saturday, Feb. 12 - Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday through Saturday
Franklin County Historical Society
175 E. King St.
Chambersburg, Pa.
An exhibit of Franklin County long rifles from the Tom Burkey Collection will be on display. Free; donations accepted. Call 717-264-1667 or go to FranklinHistorical.org.
FUNDRAISER
Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, Jan. 29 - 7-11 a.m.
Shiloh United Methodist Church
19731 Shiloh Church Road
Hagerstown
Drive-through only. Breakfast by donation; benefits the Shiloh Church Youth Group. Pancakes, sausage, sausage gravy, scrambled eggs. Sausage gravy also available for pre-order for $5 per quart. Contact Rhonda at RhLoUz228@aol.com; 301-992-7254.
MUSIC
The Maryland Symphony Orchestra presents Virtuosos & Rivals: Mozart, Mendelssohn and Saint-Georges
Saturday, Jan. 29 - 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 30 - 3 p.m.
Online at MSO Live!
The concert will feature Thomas Pandolfi, pianist. The program will include Overture to L'Amant anonyme by Saint-Georges; Piano Concerto No. 1 in G minor, Op. 25 by Mendelssohn; Symphony No. 39 in E-flat, K. 432 by Mozart. All subscribers and ticket holders will have the option to stream the performances for a period of seven days on over 1,000 devices including iOS, Android, MACs, PCs, and via Roku, Amazon Fire, Airplay, and Chromecast. Additionally, native apps can now be downloaded on Roku and Fire TV for easier viewing at home. Tickets for the concert live stream are $29.99 per household. Tickets can be purchased online at https://watch.marylandsymphony.org/ or by calling the Box Office at 301-797-4000, Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Sunday, Jan. 30
OUTDOORS
Winter Family Hike
Sunday, Jan. 30 - 1 to 3 p.m.
Appalachian Trail
The Institute will offer a winter hike for families with children age 10 and older. Led by an Institute naturalist, hikers will explore the wonders found in the woods. Free. Advance registration is required. To register, email info@natureandcultureinstitute.org. The meeting place for the hike will be sent upon registration. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed.
Tuesday, Feb. 1
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
African-American Heritage Special Exhibits
Tuesday, Feb. 1, through Monday, Feb. 28
Washington County Free Library
100 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
In recognition of Black History Month. Exhibits also will be on display at Sideling Hill Visitors Center, I-70 West near Hancock, and Allegany College of Maryland Library in Cumberland, Md. Sponsored by African-American Historical Association of Western Maryland. For information, call 304-539-1650, email rlytle2017@gmail.com or go to www.aahawmd.org.
FUNDRAISER
Amazing Tablescapes
Continues through Monday, Feb. 28
Online
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts' annual fundraising event features tables transformed into magical tablescapes by local artists. Table photos will be available online for the public from Tuesday, Feb. 1, through Monday, Feb. 28. Online voting for the People’s Choice Award ends Feb. 28, 2022, at 4 p.m. People’s Choice Award Winner will be announced March 3 at the Museum’s Annual Meeting.Go to Wcmfa.org/amazing-tablescapes.
Thursday, Feb. 3
MUSIC
Matthew West — The Brand New Tour
Thursday, Feb. 3 - 7 p.m.
Gateway Church
11017 Kemps Mill Road
Williamsport
Dove Award-winner Matthew West will be joined by contemporary Christian artists Anne Wilson and Hannah Kerr. Tickets are $25, $28, $70 and $100. For information, call 855-484-1991 or go to www.platformtickets.com .
ONSTAGE
'Detroit ’67'
Continues through Sunday March 6 - Thursdays, Feb. 3 and 24; Fridays, Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25; Saturdays, Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26 - 8 p.m.; Sundays, Feb. 20 and 27 - 3 p.m.
Maryland Ensemble Theatre
31 W. Patrick St.
Frederick, Md.
In 1967 Detroit, Motown music is starting and Chelle and her brother Lank find themselves caught in the middle of the ’67 riots. Tickets cost $28. For tickets, go to Marylandensemble.org. Maryland Ensemble Theatre will require proof of vaccination (or a negative COVID test w/in 72 hours of attendance) and masking for all indoor events, subject to change. Prepare to show your vaccination record and/or proof of testing at the box office upon arrival. You may display a hard copy, or a digital copy. Vaccination wristbands from other Theater District venues (Weinberg Center For The Arts, New Spire Stages) will be accepted at MET. Patrons younger than 12 are not required to show proof of vaccination (or a negative COVID test w/in 72 hours of attendance) but must mask.
OUTDOORS
Creatures of the Night: Winter Owl Walk
Thursday, Feb. 3 - 6 p.m.
Pine Hill Recreation Area
12684 Mentzer Gap Road
Waynesboro, Pa.
Naturalist Lori Schlosser will lead a group along trails in the park. During several stops, the group will pause and call various owls, including the great horned owl, the barred owl and the screech owl. Free; donations accepted. Registration is required. To register, email dave@natureandcultureinstitute.org or call 717-762-0373. The event is for ages 15 and older and limited to 60.
Friday, Feb. 4
EXHIBIT
'Recipe for Romance'
Continues through Sunday, Feb. 27 - Hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays
Mansion House
City Park
480 HIghland Ave.
Hagerstown
Artwork by Valley Art Association members will be on display. Go to www.valleyartassoc.com.
FUNDRAISER
Meat Raffle
Friday, Feb. 4 - doors open at 5 p.m., meal served at 6 p.m., raffle starts at 7 p .m.
South Mountain Volunteer Fire Department
11207 Loop Road
South Mountain, Pa.
Meat will be raffled. Call 717-749-5733.
ONSTAGE
'Always a Bridesmaid'
Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, through Sunday, Feb. 13 - 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2:30 p.m. Sundays
The Old Opera House
204 N. George St.
Charles Town, W.Va.
In this comedy, four friends have sworn to keep the promise they made on the night of their senior prom. Tickets cost $22; $15, for ages 17 and younger; $19 for ages 65 and older. For tickets, go to OldOperaHouse.org or call 304-725-4420.
Saturday, Feb. 5
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Maj. Martin Delaney Portrayed by Tim Hodges
Saturday, Feb. 5 - 2 to 4 p.m.
Washington County Free Library - Fletcher Branch
100 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Celebrate the life of Maj. Martin Delany, an abolitionist, journalist, physician, soldier, writer and the first Black man to receive a regular army commission. For information, go to AAHAWMD.org, call 304-539-1650 or email rlytle2017@gmail.com.
FUNDRAISER
Soup and Sandwich Sale
Saturday, Feb. 5 - 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. or until sold out
Shiloh United Methodist Church
19731 Shiloh Church Rd
Hagerstown
Carry-out only; benefits the Shiloh Church General Fund. Ham and bean soup, $9 per quart; chicken corn soup, $9 per quart; ham sandwich $4 each. Call 301-797-4083.
This article originally appeared on The Herald-Mail: Plays, lectures, classes, music and more around Hagerstown
