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Sunday, Jan. 16
FAMILY
Cumberland Valley Model Railroad Club Holiday Open House
Sundays, Jan. 16 - noon to 4 p.m.
Cumberland Valley Model Railroad Club
440 Nelson St.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Z-, N-, TT-, HO-, S-, O-, G- and Standard-gauge and T-scale, Thomas the Tank Engine and Lego layouts. Free admission; handicap accessible. For information, call 717-360-6991 or 717-263-6447.
FUNDRAISER
Drive-through Pulled Pork Sandwich Dinner
Sunday, Jan. 16 - 11 a.m. until sold out
South Mountain Volunteer Fire Department
11207 Loop Road
South Mountain, Pa.
The meal includes pulled pork sandwich, macaroni and cheese, coleslaw and dessert. Meals cost $10. For information or to order in advance, call 717-749-5733.
ON STAGE
Monday, Jan. 17
FUNDRAISERS
Monday Night Bingo
Monday, Jan. 17 - doors open, 5 p.m.; early birds, 6:15 p.m.
Community Volunteer Fire Company of District 12
18002 Tilghmanton Road
Fairplay
Bingo. Food will be sold.
LECTURE
'History of Firefighting in Hagerstown and Surrounding Areas'
Monday, Jan. 17 - 7 p.m.
St. Peter's Lutheran Church
53 N. Main St.
Keedysville
Keedysville Historical Society will host Justin Mayhew, retired Battalion Fire Chief of Hagerstown and curator of the Hagerstown Fire Museum. Mayhew's topic will be "History of Firefighting in Hagerstown and Surrounding Areas." Masks and social distancing required. Parking and entrance is at the back of the church. The meeting will be canceled if there is a snow event or if COVID regulations cancel group meetings. For information, call Sue Gemeny at 301-432-8216.
Awakenings Rehab
Monday, Jan. 17 - 7 p.m.
Hub City Vineyard Church
17805 Oak Ridge Drive
Hagerstown
Monique Evans with Awakenings Rehab in Hagerstown will share her story.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Homage Exhibit
Monday, Jan. 17 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Shepherd University
Storer Center Ballroom
210 N. King St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Tuesday, Jan. 18 - noon to 6 p.m.
Erma Ora Byrd Hall
314 N. King St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
The Homage Exhibit Tour features more than 500 select items from the private collection of Nia and Morris McAdoo of Charlotte, N.C. The exhibit includes original historical documents, artwork, newspapers, press photos, letters and books with display items changing from exhibit to exhibit.
OUTDOORS
Family Volunteer Day in Honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Monday, Jan. 17 - 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Cool Spring Preserve
1469 Lloyd Road
Charles Town, W.Va.
Potomac Valley Audubon Society invites families for a volunteer day. PVAS leaders and Shepherd University students will teach participants how to identify non-native invasive plants before participants head out and cut them from the trees along the trails. There will be a campfire and hot chocolate available for volunteers to warm up throughout the event. Youth activities available for younger children. For registration and information, such as COVID guidelines and directions, go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/family-volunteer-day-in-honor-of-dr-martin-luther-king-jr/
Birding Field Trip to Gettysburg Area
Registration deadline Monday, Jan. 17; event Saturday, Jan. 22 - 3 p.m.
Gettysburg area
The Institute will host a guided trip focusing on spotting short-eared owls. Ornithologists Sharon and Larry Williams will lead the trip, along with environmental educator Dave Graff, The Institute's watershed science coordinator. Participants should bring binoculars and cameras and wear comfortable shoes for walking. Free; advance registration is required and is limited to 12 people. To register, email info@natureandcultureinstitute.org by Monday, Jan. 17.
Tuesday, Jan. 18
HEALTH
Wellness Walk
Tuesday, Jan. 18 - 10 a.m. to noon
Cool Spring Preserve
1469 Lloyd Road
Charles Town, W.Va.
Krista Hawley will lead a wellness walk exploring the trails of Cool Spring. Free, registration is required. Registration and other information such as COVID guidelines and directions are available at www.potomacaudubon.org/event/wellness-walk-at-cool-spring-preserve-2.
LECTURE
'The Forgotten Stories of the Second Great Awakening'
Tuesday, Jan. 18 - 7 p.m.
Smithsburg Branch Library
66 W. Water St.
Smithsburg
Author Chris Grahl will explore how our region of Western Maryland, Virginia and Pennsylvania helped shape several religious faiths in America. One of these faiths was that of the German Methodists. The event is sponsored in part by Smithsburg Historical Society. Free. Call 301-824-7722 to register.
Wednesday, Jan. 19
AUDITIONS
Rude Mechanicals auditions for 'Romeo and Juliet'
Wednesday, Jan. 19, and Thursday, Jan. 20 - 8 to 10:30 p.m.
Shepherd University
Reynolds Hall
109 N. King St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
There are multiple roles, both large and small, for all genders and levels of experience. A diverse cast is desired. Tech crew, fencers, dancers, musicians and video artists are also needed. Community members ages 16 and older are welcome to audition. Performances will take place Friday, April 1, and Sunday, April 10. Shepherd requires everyone regardless of vaccination status to wear a mask inside buildings. Masks are required for all those attending auditions. For information or to request an advance copy of the audition scenes, email Betty Ellzey at bellzey@shepherd.edu.
FAMILY
Play 'Nature Trivia' with Kingfisher Kahoot
Wednesday, Jan. 19 - 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Online
Join Master Naturalist Roy Boyle for a fun night of nature trivia from the comfort of your own home using the online learning platform, Kahoot. Learn about West Virginia's natural history and practice identification skills online in a game show-like format. Free. Registration is required and is limited to 25 participants. Register at www.potomacaudubon.org/event/lets-play-trivia-with-kingfisher-kahoot-2/. Call 681-252-1387 or email adultprograms@potomacaudubon.org.
OUTDOORS
C&O Canal Winter Bird Survey
Wednesday, Jan. 19 - 8 a.m. to noon
Three-mile stretch of C&O Canal Towpath (MP 71, 72 and 73)
Participants should gather at 8 a.m. sharp across the Potomac River from Shepherdstown, W.Va., at the large National Park Service parking area on Canal Road, past the railroad bridge. Registration is required and limited to nine participants. Email adultprograms@potomacaudubon.org. Binoculars will be available for those who need them; however, bring binoculars if you have them. Call 408-966-8895 or email wbchtelfair@sbcglobal.net.
Thursday, Jan. 20
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.; reception, Sunday, Jan. 16 - 2 to 4 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.
'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.
Friday, Jan. 21
EXHIBIT
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.
ONSTAGE
'Cabaret'
Friday, Jan. 21, and Saturday, Jan. 22 - 7:30 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Authentic Community Theatre will present "Cabaret." The production includes sexual content and is recommended for mature audiences only. Tickets cost $25 plus fees. Go to www.themarylandtheatre.com/act#cabaret.
'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.
ONSTAGE
'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. 22
FAMILY
Jonathan Street Community & Coffee
Saturday, Jan. 22 - 11 a.m., coffee and conversation; 11:30 a.m., community walk and tour
Robert W. Johnson Community Center
109 W. North Ave.
Hagerstown
Free hot chocolate and coffee from Cannon Coffee.
This tour is part of a new project with the Neighborhood Design Center and Preservation Maryland to map community assets in the Jonathan Street neighborhood. Bring stories about the neighborhood past and present, and ideas for future improvements.
Hosted by youth volunteers from the Robert W. Johnson Community Center, leaders from Brothers Who Care and more community partners for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. For more information, call Fred Chavis at 240-818-1728 or email at fred@rwjcc.org.
FUNDRAISER
Fried Chicken Dinner
Saturday, Jan. 22 - 3 to 7 p.m. or until sold out
Community Volunteer Fire Company of Disrtrict 12
18002 Tilghmanton Road
Fairplay
The menu includes one-fourth fried chicken, two sides, roll and drink for $10; half a fried chicken, two sides, roll and drink for $13. Eat-in or carry out will be available.
Tuesday, Jan. 25
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
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.
Saturday, Jan. 29
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.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
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. Tickets cost $24 to $74 plus fees. Patrons are required to wear masks except when eating or drinking in designated lobby areas. Patrons must present a photo ID and proof they meet the CDC definition of being fully vaccinated at the time of entry. Negative test results as an alternative to proof of vaccination will not be accepted. Exemptions for religious or medical reasons will not be accepted. Children who are not old enough to be vaccinated will be admitted if accompanied by an adult but must follow the masking requirement. Call 301-797-5000 or go to www.marylandsymphony.org.
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
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.
Wednesday, Feb. 2
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.
Thursday, Feb. 3
MUSIC
The McCartney Years
Thursday, Feb. 3 - 7 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
A tribute to Paul McCartney from the days of The Beatles to Wings. The concert includes a standard set by McCartney in the early 1970s. Tickets cost $34.50 to $54.40 plus fees. Call 301-790-2000 or go to www.themarylandtheatre.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.
Friday, Feb. 4
MUSIC
Songs in the Attic: The Music of Billy Joel
Friday, Feb. 4 - 7 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
A musical tribute to Billy Joel. David Clark performs the music of Billy Joel with spot-on accuracy. Tickets cost $54.50 plus fees. Call 301-790-2000 or go to TheMarylandTheatre.com/billy.
This article originally appeared on The Herald-Mail: Washington County, Md., offers model railroads, fundraisers, lectures
