What's NXT

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Sunday, Feb. 5

EXHIBITS

Amazing Tablescapes

Through Sunday, Feb. 12 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays; 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays; closed Mondays

Washington County Museum of Fine Arts (in the atrium)

401 Museum Drive (in the City Park)

Hagerstown

See 16 elaborately decorated, themed dinner-service settings created by area designers. $5 admission. Vote for the best design by making a donation to the museum at www.wcmfa.org by Tuesday, Feb. 28. Call 301-739-5727.

The Magic of Threes

Through Sunday, Feb. 26 - 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays

Mansion House Art Center and Gallery

480 Highland Ave. (in the City Park)

Hagerstown

Valley Art Association members' artwork on display. Free. Go to https://valleyartassoc.org/ or call 301-797-2867.

Wilson College Art Students Exhibit at The Foundry

Through Sunday, March 5 - 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays

The Foundry

100 S. Main St.

Chambersburg, Pa.

Free. Call 717-264-2783 or 717-261-0706, or email philip.lindsey@wilson.edu.

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.

Icons in Transformation

Through Saturday, March 18 — 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 from 2 to 4 pm. Sundays

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, email officemanager@elchome.org or go to elchome.org.

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

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.

Night and Day

Continues through Sunday, Feb. 19 - 1 to 6 p.m. daily

Mercersburg Academy, Cofrin Gallery

100 Academy Drive

Mercersburg, Pa.

Features the work of Mikel Elam, an Afrofuturist visual artist who works in mixed media. Call 717-328-6206 or email carettis@mercersburg.edu.

With Hands & Hearts Association of Traditional Hookers Artists

Continues through Sunday, Feb. 26 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday

Washington County Museum of Fine Arts

401 Museum Drive

Hagerstown

Hooked rugs. A rug hooking demonstration will be held Saturday, Feb. 25, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Go to wcmfa.org.

Art in the Hallway

February

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 Marilyn Pontius 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.

FAMILY

Dinosaurs Program

Sunday, Feb. 5 - 2 to 4 p.m.

Charles Brightbill Environmental Center (on the campus of James Buchanan HIgh School)

4881 Fort Loudon Road

Mercersburg, Pa.

Dinosaur-themed activities planned for children. Free. Go to www.twep.org or call 717-328-2126.

FUNDRAISERS

Bird Seed Sale Open House

Saturday, Feb. 4 - 10 a.m. to noon

Sunny Meadows Garden Center

7437 Sharpsburg Pike

Boonsboro

High-quality bird seed and suet. Volunteers will answer questions about which seed attracts which birds, bird feeding strategies and bird feeder recommendations. Sales support Potomac Valley Audubon Society's educational programs, conservation initiatives and nature programs. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org, email Kristin@PotomacAudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.

Meat Raffle

Sunday, Feb. 5 - 10:30 a.m. early bird games; 12:30 p.m. lunch served; 1:30 p.m. practice rounds followed by raffle

Community Volunteer Fire Company of District 12

18002 Tilghmanton Road

Fairplay

$10 per person, includes lunch and three practice rounds. Call 301-582-0099.

ONSTAGE

Grease

Through Sunday, March 26 - 6 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 1 p.m. Sundays; and Tuesday, Feb. 14, at 6 p.m.

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.

Monday, Feb. 6

EXHIBITS

HCC Art Students Exhibit at Wilson College

Through Friday, March 3 - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday

Lortz Hall, Bogigian Gallery

Wilson College

1015 Philadelphia Ave.

Chambersbburg, Pa.

Features drawings, paintings, sculptures and photographs by students from Hagerstown Community College's Department of Visual Arts. Free. Call 717-264-2783 or email philip.lindsey@wilson.edu.

Mingling Echoes by Lauren Koch

Monday, Feb. 6, through Friday, March 3 — opening reception Monday, Feb. 6, from 4 to 6 p.m.; gallery hours are noon to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, and noon to 5 p.m. Saturday

Shepherd University's Phaze 2 Gallery

92 W. Campus Drive

Shepherdstown, W.Va.

Mixed media by Lauren Koch, adjunct professor of sculpture. Collection includes found treasures from flea markets, junk yards, and antique and vintage shops. Free.

Tuesday, Feb. 7

EXHIBIT

Paintings and Sculptures by John Neal Mullican

Tuesday, Feb. 7 - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; view virtually at www.youtube.com/@washcoarts

Washington County Arts Council

34 S. Potomac St., Suite 100

Hagerstown

Use A&E Parking Deck, 25 Renaissance Way. Call 301-791-3132 or email gallerymanager@washingtoncountyarts.com.

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.

LECTURE

Living with Black Bears

Tuesday, Feb. 7 - 7 p.m.

Smithsburg Library, Community Room

66 W. Water St.

Smithsburg

For everyone. Jeff McAfee of the Department of Natural Resources will talk about the rising bear population, their habits and how to live peaceably with them. Powerpoint presentation. Free. Space is limited; registration required. Call 301-824-7722.

Wednesday, Feb. 8

LECTURES

Fox in the Henhouse

Wednesday, Feb. 8 - 7 to 8 p.m.

Hospice of the Panhandle Education Center

330 Hospice Lane

Kearneysville, W.Va.

Potomac Valley Audubon Society program presented by Mary Lynn Robinson, West Virginia Master Naturalist. Learn about Red Fox characteristics and behaviors. Free. No registration required. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/monthly-program/ or call 681-252-1387.

Healthy Eating Adventure Kick-Off

Wednesday, Feb. 8 - 6 to 8 p.m.

Penn National Golf Course Clubhouse

3720 Clubhouse Drive

Fayetteville, Pa.

Dr. Elizabeth George will talk about how eating healthy can improve blood pressure, diabetes, joint pain, digestion, energy, mood and general well being. Food available. Kick-off event for 28-day Healthy Eating Adventure, which will be weekly through March 8. Cost for 28-day adventure is $45. Advance registration required. Go to healthyeatingadventure.org or call 717-352-3046.

ONSTAGE

Anastasia: The Broadway Musical

Wednesday, Feb. 8 - 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Luhrs Performing Arts Center

Shippensburg University

475 Lancaster Drive

Shippensburg, Pa.

From the Tony Award-winning creators of the Broadway classic Ragtime, this show transports the viewer from the Russian Empire to Paris in the 1920s. $59-$79. Go to luhrscenter.com/event/anastasia/ or call 717-477-7469.

RECREATION

Adult Basketball Open Gym

Wednesday, Feb. 8 - 8 to 9:30 p.m.

Chambersburg Recreation Center, Gym 2

235 S. Third St.

Chambersburg, Pa.

Drop in and play a pick-up basketball game. For adults 18 and older. $5 ($4 for borough residents, with valid ID). Call 717-261-3275.

Thursday, Feb. 9

CLASS

Fundamentals of Traditional Oil Landscape Painting

Thursdays through Feb. 23 - 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.

The Mansion House Art Center and Gallery

480 Highland Ave. (in the City Park)

Hagerstown

Taught by David Buckley Good. Explore the techniques and materials of landscape oil paintings as practiced by European and American artists from the 16th century to the present. $30 per class. Email valleyartinfo@gmail.com.

EXHIBIT

13th Annual Washington County Art Educators Exhibit

Thursday, Feb. 9, through Tuesday, March 7 - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday; meet the artists Thursday, Feb. 9, 5 to 7 p.m.; virtual exhibit available online Saturday, Feb. 11, at www.youtube.com/@washcoarts;

Washington County Arts Council

34 S. Potomac St., Suite 100

Hagerstown

Invitational exhibition showcasing art teachers in Washington County's public and private schools, colleges, private studios and home-school programs. Use A&E Parking Deck, 25 Renaissance Way; main entrance off the third level (Potomac Street). Go to www.washingtoncountyarts.com/february-2023, call 301-791-3132 or email gallerymanager@washingtoncountyarts.com.

FAMILY

The Institute's StoryWalk Sunday

Thursday, Feb. 9 - deadline to register; event held Sunday, Feb. 12 - 1:30 to 3 p.m.

Pine Hill Recreation Area

12684 Mentzer Gap Road

Waynesboro, Pa.

For families with kids in preschool/elementary school. Guided walk along a story trail. This month's book is "Snowmen at Night." After the walk, kids make a craft to take home. Campfire, s'mores and hot chocolate. Free. Advance registration required by Thursday, Feb. 9. Go to www.NatureAndCultureInstitute.org, email info@natureandcultureinstitute.org or call 717-762-0373.

HEALTH

Yoga

Thursdays and Fridays through March 10 - 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Thursdays and 7 to 8 a.m. Fridays

Chambersburg Recreation Center, Room B-1

235 S. Third St.

Chambersburg, Pa.

Release tensions through tranquil yoga sessions, guided by certified yoga instructor Wendy Machemer. Gain muscle strength, improve balance and increase flexibility. Bring mat, towel, and water or coffee. For all skill levels. $10 per class ($9 for borough residents). Call 717-261-3275.

LECTURE

Photography by Joshua Rashaad McFadden

Thursday, Feb. 9 - 10:15 to 11:30 a.m.

Marinoff Theater

Shepherd University

301 N. King St.

Shepherdstown, W.Va.

Explore and celebrate Black life in the U.S. through the eyes of photographer Joshua Rashaad McFadden. Free. Call 304-876-5000.

Joshua Rashaad McFadden: I Believe I'll Run On

Thursday, Feb. 9 - 5 to 6 p.m.

Four Seasons Books

116 W. German St.

Shepherdstown, W.Va.

Joshua Rashaad McFadden will read from his book. Free. Call 304-876-3486.

Friday, Feb. 10

CLASS

Valentine's Day Card Workshop

Friday, Feb. 10 - 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Washington County Museum of Arts

401 Museum Drive (in the City Park)

Hagerstown

For elementary-aged students. Homeschoolers welcome. Class led by Jane Ping. Participants will make a Valentine's Day card to take home. $15. Face coverings required. To register, call 301-739-5727, email drastelli@wcmfa.org or go to wcmfa.org.

FUNDRAISER

Franklin County Sweets: An Evening of Dessert

Friday, Feb. 10 - 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center

15 S. Main St.

Chambersburg, Pa.

Celebrate Valentine's Day with friends, family or a special someone. Beverages, cheese and starters with dessert as the main course. The Franklin County Visitors Bureau will highlight Sweet Trails of Franklin County. The evening concludes with Sweet Bingo. $35 per person. Call 717-552-2977.

LECTURE

Culture and Cocktails: Artifacts of Black History in the WCHS Collection with Emilie Amt

Friday, Feb. 10 - doors open at 5:30 p.m., program 6 to 8 p.m.

Miller House Museum

135 W. Washington St.

Hagerstown

Presented by the Washington County Historical Society. $15 ($10 members). Go to washcohistory.org or call 301-797-8782.

MUSIC

Drew Adams

Friday, Feb. 10 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.

Music Makers

46 W. Main St.

Waynesboro, Pa.

Rock. Free; donations appreciated. Email music@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.

Saturday, Feb. 11

CLASS

The Percussion Experience

Saturdays, Feb. 11, 18 and 25 - 2 to 3 p.m.

Cumberland Valley School of Music

1015 Philadelphia Ave.

Chambersburg, Pa.

For all ages. A hands-on, immersive study of different percussion instruments. Marlin Barnes will lead and demonstrate several instruments in each session. The final session will be followed by a performance by Barnes at 4 p.m. $12 per session or $30 for all three. Email heather@cvsmusic.org.

EXHIBIT

Cumberland Valley Artists and Photographers Exhibitions

Saturday, Feb. 11, through Thursday, April 23 - opening event 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11; gallery hours 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday

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.

FUNDRAISERS

AYCE Benefit Breakfast

Saturday, Feb. 11 - 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 adults, $5 children younger than 11. To benefit a refugee family fleeing the war in Ukraine and relocating to the Mercersburg, Pa. area. A portion of the proceeds go toward the church maintenance fund.

Valentine's Purrfect Dinner and Auction

Saturday, Feb. 11 - 5:30 to 10 p.m.

Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races, Skyline Ballroom

750 Hollywood Drive

Charles Town, W.Va.

All guests must be 21 or older. Dinner, silent and live auctions, and raffles. $65 per person. Benefits Animal Welfare Society of Jefferson County. For tickets, call 304-876-2161 or email AWStrumble@gmail.com. To donate an auction item or to be a sponsor, call 304-725-5972 or 202-603-3997. Go to www.awsjc.org.

Model Train Sale

Saturday, Feb. 11 - 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Washington County Agricultural Center

7313 Sharpsburg Pike

Boonsboro

Hosted by the Hagerstown Model Railroad Museum. Proceeds go to continue the restoration of the historic Antietam Station in Sharpsburg. Admission is $5, free for ages 12 years and younger. Go to www.antietamstation.com, email Hmrrm@myactv.net or call 301-800-9829.

ONSTAGE

Peter Fogel's Til Death Do Us Part ... You First!

Saturday, Feb. 11 - 7 p.m.

Capitol Theatre Center

159 S. Main St.

Chambersburg, Pa.

Comedy. Peter, the eternal bachelor, has commitment issues as the love of his life has just broken up with him on Valentine's Day. Directed by Emmy award winner Chazz Palminteri. $35 adults, $30 ages 60 and older, and frontline workers, $25 students ages 18 and younger or with college ID. Go to thecapitoltheatre.org or call 717-263-0202.

Stravinsky's The Soldier's Tale

Saturday, Feb. 11, and Sunday, Feb. 12 - 7:30 p.m. Saturday (in person); 3 p.m. Sunday (in person and virtual)

The Maryland Theatre

21 S. Potomac St.

Hagerstown

Jazz, ragtime and tango animates this classic Russian folktale about a soldier who trades his fiddle to the devil in exchange for riches, with Elizabeth Schulze conducting the Maryland Symphony Orchestra, Greg Watkins narrating, Robert Aubry Davis playing the devil, Carter Waters as the princess and Gideon Hall as the soldier. $10-$74. Go to marylandsymphony.org, call 301-797-4000 or email info@marylandsymphony.org.

Sunday, Feb. 12

FAITH

Choral Vespers for Epiphany

Sunday, Feb. 12 - 5 p.m.

Trinity Lutheran Church

15 Randolph Ave.

Hagerstown

A service of music, readings and prayers for the Season of Light. Call 301-733-2878.

FUNDRAISERS

Bingo

Sunday, Feb. 12 - doors open at 11 a.m., lunch at noon, bingo from 1 to 5 p.m.

Hagerstown Elks Lodge No. 378

11063 Robinwood Drive

Hagerstown

Bingo games: 15 Longaberger basket, five Vera Bradley and four money. Tip jars, raffles and door prizes. Bingo for everyone; tip jars for ages 18 and older. $35 in advance ($40 at the door), includes lunch. Benefits the USMH Scholarship Fund, a fund of The University System of Maryland Foundation Inc. For tickets, call 301-790-1462, 301-733-5430 or 240-527-2060, or go to https://usmhbasketbingo2023.eventbrite.com.

Super Bowl Sunday Buffet Dinner

Sunday, Feb. 12 - noon to 3 p.m.

Shepherdstown Fire Department, Barron Hall

8052 Martinsburg Pike

Shepherdstown, W.Va.

Fried chicken and ham with all the trimmings, homemade rolls and desserts, iced tea and coffee. $10 adults, $5 ages 6 to 15, free ages 5 and younger. Call 304-876-6686 or 304-876-6038.

This article originally appeared on The Herald-Mail: What's NXT for Feb. 5-12