What's NXT
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Thursday, Jan. 12
CLASSES
Fundamentals of Traditional Oil
Thursdays through Feb. 23 - 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.
The Mansion House Art Center and Gallery
City Park
480 Highland Ave.
Hagerstown
Explore the techniques and materials of landscape oil paintings as practiced by European and American artists from the 16th century to the present. Email valleyartinfo@gmail.com.
Painting the Portrait on Copper
Thursdays, Jan. 12 through Feb. 9 - 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Mansion House Art Center and Gallery
City Park
480 Highland Ave.
Hagerstown
Taught by Lesa Cook. For experienced oil painters. $245 for 15-hour class ($230 for VAA/Museum of Fine Arts members). Call 304-261-9583 or email valleyartinfo@gmail.com.
Sculpture: Working with Form and Surface
Thursdays, Jan. 12 to Feb. 16 - 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Washington Street Studios and Front Porch Gallery
1441 W. Washington St.
Harpers Ferry, W.Va.
Students will focus on the proportion, details and character of the face and head to create unique busts in clay. Classes taught by Leslie King. For all skill levels. $321, includes materials, tools, supplies, glazes and firing costs. Call 240-586-1126, email washingtonstreetstudiosinc@gmail.com or go to hfclay.com.
EXHIBITS
Between Night and Day
Continues through Sunday, Feb. 19 - 1 to 6 p.m. daily, artist's reception Friday, Jan. 27, from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Mercersburg Academy, Cofrin Gallery
100 Academy Drive
Mercersburg, Pa.
Features the work of Mikel Elam, an Afrofuturist visual artist based in Philadelphia, who works in mixed media. Call 717-328-6206 or email carettis@mercersburg.edu.
Fowl Play
Continues through Jan. 20 - 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, or by appointment.
Shepherd University’s Phase 2 Gallery
92 W. Campus Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Mixed-media artwork by Maryland-based artist Caitlin Gill examines the patriarchy, the male gaze and gender through portraits of birds. The reception and exhibit are free and open to the public. Go to https://www.shepherd.edu/art/phaze-2-gallery.
Life Is Beautiful
Continues through Feb. 28 - 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; reception 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 15
South Jefferson Public Library
49 Church St.
Summit Point, W.Va.
Features the work of photographer Tina Snyder. Call 304-725-6227 or go to www.sojeffersonlibrary.com.
Art in the Hallway
January - purchase during gift shop hours
Hallway between the hospital's 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 exhibit. Works by artist Sheri Enderle 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.
From the Pages of PAN
Continues through Sunday, Jan. 29 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday; 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday; closed holidays and Mondays; docent-led tour Thursday, Jan. 19, 3 p.m.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive
Hagerstown
Lithographs, etchings, and woodcuts by renowned artists. PAN was an avant-garde periodical that sought to represent an overview of cutting-edge international graphic art. Works encompass the art nouveau movement, expressionism, post-impressionism and symbolism, and give a view of the artistic and intellectual life of this period. Free. Call 301-739-5727 or go to https://wcmfa.org.
Icons in Transformation
Continues through Saturday, Jan. 28 - Self-guided tours available from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays; open with docents from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, and Sundays from 2 to 4 pm.
Evangelical Lutheran Church
43 S. Church St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Contemporary works by Ludmila Pawlowska, an international artist with Ukrainian roots, and traditional Orthodox Icons from Vassilevsky Monastery in Russia. Call 717-762-9151 or email officemanager@elchome.org.
Color in Freedom, Joseph Holston: Journey Along the Underground Railroad
Continues through Saturday, Jan. 14 - Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday; 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday; closed holidays and Mondays
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
City Park
401 Museum Drive
Hagerstown
Four movements that deepen our understanding of America's Black enslaved people's experience. Free. Call 301-739-5727 or email drastelli@wcmfa.org.
Beneath the Forest
Continues through February - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Frederick Arts Council Art Center
5 E. Second St., Second Floor
Frederick, Md.
Large-scale exhibition by artist Pamela Moulton makes use of textiles and found materials. Call 301-662-4190, send an email to info@FrederickArtsCouncil.org or go to https://frederickartscouncil.org.
Winter Nights, Winter Lights
Continues through Sunday, Jan. 29, 2023 - Fridays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m.
Mansion House Art Center and Gallery
City Park
480 Highland Ave.
Hagerstown
Features Valley Art Association members' artwork. Free. Call 301-797-2867 or go to valleyartassoc.org.
FAMILY
Winter Lights Display
Continues through Jan. 31
Chambers Fort Park
North Seventh Street
Chambersburg, Pa.
Winter lights help light up downtown Chambersburg's Chambers Fort Park for the first time. Email dci@chambersburg.org.
Afternoon Tea for Hot Tea Day
Thursday, Jan. 12 - 4 p.m.
MJ’s on German Delicafe
104 E. German St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Judy Larkin, co-owner of The Larkin Tea Co. in Martinsburg, W.Va. hosts. Hot Tea Day celebrates the nourishing drink. $35. For reservations, visit www.mjsdelicafe.com.
LECTURE
Martin Luther King Jr.
Thursday, Jan. 12 - 2:30 p.m.
Kepler Theater
Hagerstown Community College
11512 Kepler Drive
Hagerstown
Features a presentation from Wendi Perry, curator of the Doleman Black Heritage Museum. A dramatic rendition of King's "I Have a Dream" speech will be performed by the Rev. Darin Mency from Hagerstown's Greater Campher Temple. Light refreshments following presentation. Free. The event will be livestreamed on HCC's YouTube Channel at //youtu.be/y8KUuOH1U2l. Call 240-500-2526.
MUSIC
America
Thursday, Jan. 12 - 7:30 p.m.
H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center
Shippensburg University
475 Lancaster Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
Founding members celebrate their 52nd anniversary with live performances. $59 to $89. Call 717-477-7469 or go to luhrscenter.com/event/america/.
Friday, Jan. 13
CLASS
Wee Naturalist
Friday, Jan. 13 - 9:30 to 11 a.m. or 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Cool Spring Preserve
1469 Lloyd Road
Charles Town, W.Va.
Potomac Valley Audubon Society preschool program for ages 3 to 5 years. Children explore nature under the guidance of PVAS instructor. Parent or guardian must accompany children. January theme is Furry Friends. Learn about mammals and how they spend their winters. $15 per child (10% discount for PVAS members). Advance registration required. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/january-wee-naturalists-furry-friends/, email Laurel@potomacaudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
FAMILY
Christmas at the Roundhouse
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through Jan. 29 - Noon to 4 p.m.
Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum
296 S. Burhans Blvd.
Hagerstown
Trains of Christmas. Three rail “O” scale layout features steam and diesel trains operating on four levels. Admission is $6 for adults, $1 for children ages 4 to 15 years and free for children ages 3 years and younger. Call 301-739-4665, email info@roundhouse.org or go to roundhouse.org. Closed when the Snow Emergency Plan is in effect for Washington County.
LECTURE
Culture and Cocktails: The House on Jonathan Street
Friday, Jan. 13 - Doors open at 5:30 p.m., program begins at 6 p.m. program
Miller House Museum
135 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
Ross Hodge and Patrick Hodge of 3 Roads Communications share their journey of creating the soon-to-be-released documentary "The House on Jonathan Street," coming to public television and Amazon Prime. This month's cocktails will be the "Log Cabin." Light hors d' oeuvres will be served. $15 ($10 for Washington County Historical Society members). Call 301-797-8782.
MUSIC
Shepherd University Jazz Ensemble
Friday, Jan. 13 - 7:30 p.m.
Frank Arts Center Theater
Shepherd University
260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
With special guest artist Amy Bormet. $10, $15. Go to www.shepherd.edu/music/event-ticket-and-registrations/. Call 304-876-5000.
Wayne Driscoll
Friday, Jan. 13 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
High energy guitar-driven music with original songs and improvisation. Free; donations appreciated.
Saturday, Jan. 14
CLASS
Beekeeping Beginner's Course
Saturdays, Jan. 14 and 21 - 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Trinity Lutheran Church
64 S. Main St.
Boonsboro
The Washington County Beekeepers Association's annual beginner's course. Bring a copy of the 5th edition of Beekeeping for Dummies by Howland Blackiston (2020) and a blank notebook. $30, includes one-year membership in the Washington County Beekeepers Association for up to two household members. Space limited. Register at washingtoncountybeekeepers.weebly.com/ or email washcobeekeepers@gmail.com.
OUTDOORS
Birding Field Trip to Gettysburg: Short-eared Owls
Saturday, Jan. 14 - 4 p.m.
Gettysburg, Pa.
Hosted by The Institute in Waynesboro, Pa. Led by ornithologist Larry Williams, along with environmental educator Dave Graff, the guided trip will focus on spotting short-eared owls. Binoculars, camera or spotting scope use encouraged; electronic bird call use strictly prohibited. Participants provide their own transportation. Specific meeting and program details will be sent to participants following registration. Free. Limited to 20 attendees. Reservations required. Go to www.natureandcultureinstitute.org, email info@natureandcultureinstitute.org or call 717-762-0373.
Vision Board
Saturday, Jan. 14 - RSVP deadline; event Sunday, Jan. 15 - 12:15 p.m.
Unity of Hagerstown
18313 Lappans Road
Boonsboro
Create a collage of your vision for 2023; bring magazines, photos, etc. to personalize. Home-cooked vegetarian lunch provided. $15. RSVP required; email unityhagerstown@live.com, call 240-409-5940 or go to www.unityhagerstown.org.
FUNDRAISERS
AYCE Breakfast
Saturday, Jan. 14 - 6 to 10 a.m.
St. Luke's Lutheran Church
5327 Warm Spring Road
Williamson, Pa.
Regular and buckwheat pancakes, country ham, pudding, sausage, fruit, eggs, homemade sticky buns, muffins, hash browns, coffee, juice and more. $10; children 11 years and younger $5. Benefits Mercersburg Ministerium Emergency Fund and the church maintenance fund.
Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, Jan. 14 - 7 to 10 a.m.
Cedar Grove Mennonite Church
13343 Williamsport Pike
Greencastle, Pa.
Pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs, milk, juice and coffee. Free; donations accepted for Hope Christian Center. Go to www.cedargrove.info.
AYCE Wing Feed
Saturday, Jan. 14 - 5 p.m. doors open, 6 p.m. wings served
South Mountain Fire Department
11207 Loop Road
Fayetteville, Pa.
Hot, mild, sweet chili, teriyaki, garlic parmesan, honey BBQ, Chesapeake Bay and plain wings; hot dogs; fresh cut fries; dessert and beverages. $15, age 13 and older; $7.50, age 6 to 12; free, age 5 and younger. Call 717-749-5733.
Sunday, Jan. 15
CLASS
Local Landmarks Pottery Class
Sunday, Jan. 15 - 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Ceramic Arts Center of Waynesboro
13 S. Church St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Make a candy tray in the first of the "Local Landmarks" pottery class series. Collaboration with Despina Leos Candy Kitchen. Carlina Burcker leads the class. $35, includes materials and firings. To register, go to bit.ly/3vyhkkP or call 717-372-7906.
MUSIC
18th Annual Honor Music Festival Concert
Sunday, Jan. 15 - 1 p.m.
Frank Arts Center Theater
Shepherd University
260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Features outstanding high school students from the four-state region. $5 general admission. Call 304-876-5000
Monday, Jan. 16
AUDITIONS
Hagerstown Choral Arts Mid-Season Auditions
Monday, Jan. 16 - 6 p.m.
Hagerstown Church of the Brethren
15 S. Mulberry St.
Hagerstown
Hagerstown Choral Arts wants you to be part of its spring season. Auditions are relaxed; no music or preparation necessary. Auditions include vocal warm-ups and singing a hymn stanza of the director's choosing. All voice parts welcome, but male voices especially needed. Parking and entrance off East Washington Street. Email ContactUs@HCA-MD.org.
FUNDRAISER
Bingo
Monday, Jan. 16 - 5 p.m. doors open, 6:15 p.m. early bird
Community Volunteer Fire Company of District 12
18002 Tilghmanton Road
Fairplay, Md.
Tickets sold at the door. $25 per person for 20 games. Door prizes, tip jars and 50/50 raffle. Food available for purchase. Call 301-582-0099.
Tuesday, Jan. 17
OUTDOORS
Wellness Walk
Tuesday, Jan. 17 - 10 a.m. to noon
Lock 31
602 Weaverton Road
Knoxville, Md.
Potomac Valley Audubon Society's Ellen Murphy will lead a walk along the C&O Canal, downriver from Harpers Ferry, W.Va. Meet at the parking area on Keep Tryst Road near the railroad tracks. Wear warm, comfortable walking shoes. All ages are welcome. Free. Registration required. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/wellness-walk-on-co-canal/, email Info@PotomacAudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
Wednesday, Jan. 18
CLASS
Soda Firing: Making, Glazing and Firing
Wednesdays, Jan. 18 to Feb. 22 - 6 to 9 p.m.
Washington Street Studios
1441 W. Washington St.
Harpers Ferry/Bolivar, W.Va.
Learn the ins and outs of soda firing from making to glazing and firing with instructor Kirke Martin. Intermediate/advanced-level class. For ages 18 years and older. $471.50, includes materials and supplies. Class limited to eight students. Go to hfclay.com/bookings-checkout/soda-firing-making-glazing-and-firing, email wssclassinfo@gmail.com or call 240-586-1126.
OUTDOORS
Bird Walk
Wednesday, Jan. 18 - 7:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Cool Spring Preserve
1469 Lloyd Road
Charles Town, W.Va.
Potomac Valley Audubon Society's monthly bird walk. Led by Beth Poole. Species likely to be seen include white-throated sparrow, white-crowned sparrow, dark-eyed junco, Eastern bluebird, Carolina wren, chickadees, titmouse, nuthatches and many woodpeckers. No experience necessary. Ages 12 and older. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Dress for the weather; wear sturdy walking shoes and bring water. Binoculars provided. Free. Registration required. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/spring-third-wednesday-bird-walk/2023-01-18/, call 681-252-1387 or email info@PotomacAudubon.
Thursday, Jan. 19
FAMILY
Kingfisher Kahoot! Bird Trivia Game
Thursday, Jan. 19 - 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Online via Zoom
Learn about birds and practice identification skills online in a game show-like format. Played as a group with Roy Boyle as the team leader and host. For all ages. Free. Limited to 25 participants. Registration is required. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/kingfisher-kahoot-trivia-night/, email Laurel@PotomacAudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
This article originally appeared on The Herald-Mail: What's NXT for Jan. 12-19
