What's NXT for Sunday, April 2
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Sunday, April 2
EXHIBITS
Art in the Hallway
Through Sunday, April 30
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 Donna Ashbaugh 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.
Native Plants & Pollinators
Through Sunday, April 30 - 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays
The Mansion House Art Center & Gallery
480 Highland Ave. (in the City Park)
Hagerstown
Valley Art Association members art exhibit. Free. Go to https://valleyartassoc.org/ or call 301-797-2867.
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.
Cumberland Valley Artists and Photographers Exhibitions
Through Thursday, April 23 - 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.
FAITH
Annual Palm Sunday Hymn Sing
Sunday, April 2 - 1:45 p.m.
Robert Kennedy Memorial Presbyterian Church
11799 Mercersburg Road
Mercersburg, Pa.
Singing and music featuring Kim Delaney, Justin Sollenberger, Melissa Bentley, J.J. Johnson, Welsh Run Quartet, Verna Ruth, Jana Rice, Scott and Rhiannon Peterson, Diane Thrush and Jess Clapper. Refreshments at the conclusion of the service. Freewill offering for the upkeep of the historical church.
Healing Rooms of Hagerstown
Sunday, April 2 - 5 to 7 p.m.
Pathway Community Church
1028 Salem Ave.
Hagerstown
A safe, confidential place to receive prayer for physical, emotional and spiritual needs. No appointments necessary. Free. Meets on first and third Sundays. Private meetings available via Zoom. For more information, go to healingrooms.com, email htownhealingrooms@gmail.com or call 717-597-8077.
Palm Sunday Worship Services
Sunday, April 2 - 8 a.m. traditional, 9 a.m. Sunday school, 10:15 a.m. procession with palms from rear parking lot into church
St. John's Episcopal Church
101 S. Prospect St.
Hagerstown
Child care available. Fellowship hour after the service. Go to www.stjohnshagerstown.org or call 301-733-2560.
FAMILY
Annual Easter Eggstravaganza
Sunday, April 2 - 2 to 4 p.m.
Marlowe Assembly of God
9045 Williamsport Pike
Falling Waters, W.Va.
Moon bounce, obstacle course, face painting, sand art, pony rides, popcorn, cotton candy and more. More than 10,000 eggs in a hunt for children aged through fifth grade. Free. Call 304-274-2474.
23rd Annual Spring Open House
Sunday, April 2 - 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Washington County Rural Heritage Museum
Agricultural Education Center
7313 Sharpsburg Pike
Boonsboro
Historical crafts and trades demonstrated, including hearth cooking, 18th-century brewing, dressmaking, bodging, blacksmithing and broom-making. Lunch stand with homemade soups, sandwiches. Homemade pies, cakes and cookies for sale. Antique cars and bicycles exhibit. Butterfly garden. Guided tours. Free admission and parking; donations appreciated. Hosted by Friends of the Washington County Rural Heritage Museum. Go to www.ruralheritagemuseum.org. Call 240-420-1714.
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.
MOVIE
Frozen
Sunday, April 2 - 2 p.m.
Shepherdstown Opera House
131 W. German St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Rated PG. Disney's animated film. Anna, Elsa and their friends journey through an icy wonderland filled with adventure, humor and heart. Free. Seating is limited. RSVP. Go to shepherdstownoperahouse.thundertix.com/events/210832 or call 304-876-3704.
MUSIC
Shippensburg University Wind Ensemble and Concert Band
Sunday, April 2 - 3 p.m.
Luhrs Performing Arts Center
475 Lancaster Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
Non-music majors dedicated to the performance of traditional and contemporary wind band literature. Free. No ticket required. Call 717-477-7469.
ONSTAGE
The Second Shepherds' Play
Sundays, April 2 and April 9 - 3 p.m.; Wednesday, April 5, through Saturday, April 8 - 7:30 p.m.
Reynolds Hall
Shepherd University
109 N. King St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Shepherd University's Rude Mechanicals Medieval and Renaissance Players perform an anonymous short medieval comedy, and three short plays written by Shepherd creative writing students Olyvia Thompson and Olivia Stevens, both of Martinsburg, W.Va.; and William Prudnick of Beckley, W.Va. Tickets sold at the door. $5 general admission, $2 students (free for Shepherd students, faculty and staff). Email bellzey@shepherd.edu or call 304-876-5208.
Jesus Christ Superstar
Sunday, April 2 - 3 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Rock opera. Presented by Authentic Community Theatre. $25. Go to mdtheatre.org or call 301-790-2000.
Monday, April 3
CLASS
Quick Sketch Portrait in Watercolor
Monday, April 3 - 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Mansion House Gallery & Art Center
480 Highland Ave. (in the City Park)
Hagerstown
Led by artist Pam Wenger. Lunch provided. $90 ($80 for VAA and museum members), includes all materials. Call 304-261-9583 (no texts) or email valleyartinfo@gmail.com.
EXHIBITS
The Final Course
Through Tuesday, April 4 - 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Kepler Theater
Hagerstown Community College
11512 Kepler Drive
Hagerstown
The 2023 Barbara Ingram Senior Visual Artist Exhibition. Call 301-766-8840.
Annual Wilson College Juried Student Art Exhibition
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. Free. Call 717-264-2783 or email philip.lindsey@wilson.edu.
LECTURE
Hermeneutics and Euretics in Frank Herbert's Dune
Monday, April 3 - noon to 1 p.m.
C. W. Shipley Recital Hall
Frank Arts Center
Shepherd University
260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Part of the Shepherd University Faculty Research Forums series. Presented by professor Kevin Williams, author of "Wisdom of the Sand: Philosophy and Frank Herbert's Dune." Williams will talk about his relationship with the "Dune" novels and about the Bene Gesserit, an all-women order of philosophers in "Dune." Free. Go to https://www.shepherd.edu. Call 304-876-5000.
Tuesday, April 4
EXHIBIT
Robert & Kitty Nalewalk: Travel — A Gift to the Senses
Tuesday, April 4 - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; virtual exhibit at https://www.youtube.com/@washcoarts.
Washington County Arts Council
34 S. Potomac St., Suite 100
Hagerstown
Photographs taken during 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.
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
Revisiting the Case of the 1980 Rainbow Murders
Tuesday, April 4 - 6 p.m.
Erma Ora Byrd Hall auditorium
Shepherd University
301 N. King St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Learn more about the unsolved 1980 Rainbow murders that took place in Pocahontas County, W.Va. Panel discussion hosted by Shepherd University's Common Reading program. Free. Go to www.shepherd.edu/commonreading. Call 304-876-5000.
MUSIC
Shepherd University Composition Recital
Tuesday, April 4 - 7:30 p.m.
W. H. Shipley Recital Hall
Frank Arts Center Theater
Shepherd University
260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Young composers present their music. Free. Go to https://www.shepherd.edu/music. Call 304-876-5000.
Wednesday, April 5
HEALTH
Sound Bath
Wednesday, April 5 - 7 p.m.
St. Mark's Fellowship Center
18313 Lappans Road
Boonsboro
Led by Sabrina Madsen. First Wednesday every month. $20. Go to www.unityhagerstown.org. Call 240-409-5940 or email unityhagerstown@gmail.com.
LECTURE
When the Center held True
Wednesday, April 5 - 6:30 p.m.
Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History and Education auditorium
Shepherd University
213 N. King St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Explore issues of early 1960s race relations as professor Corley Dennison reads from his novel. Reception at 7:30 p.m. The book is for sale at Four Seasons Books. Sponsored by Shepherd University's Center for Appalachian Studies and Communities. Free. Email sshurbutt@shepherd.edu or call 304-876-5207.
Thursday, April 6
EXHIBIT
Potomac River Artists Guild: April Fools
Thursday, April 6, through Tuesday, May 2 - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday
Washington County Arts Council
Suite 100
34 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Artistic expressions on paper, from realism to abstracts. Use A&E Parking Deck at 25 Renaissance Way. Main entrance off third level (Potomac St.). Virtual exhibit available online Saturday, April 8, at https://www.youtube.com/@washcoarts. Go to https://www.washingtoncountyarts.com/april-2023. Call 301-791-3132 or email gallerymanager@washingtoncountyarts.com.
MUSIC
Shepherd University Salon Series
Thursday, April 6 - 7:30 p.m.
W. H. Shipley Recital Hall
Frank Arts Center Theater
Shepherd University
260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Shepherd faculty pianist Yu-Hsuan Liao, violinist Heather Austin-Stone and cellist Camilo Peréz-Mejía perform lesser-known works for piano trio. Sponsored by Jefferson Security Bank. Free. Go to https://www.shepherd.edu/music. Call 304-876-5000.
ONSTAGE
Picasso at the Lapin Agile
Thursday, April 6, through Saturday, April 8, Friday, April 14, and Saturday, April 15 - 7 p.m.; and Sunday, April 16 - 3 p.m.
Marinoff Theater
Shepherd University
92 W. Campus Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Includes mature themes, and adult language and humor. A comedy written by Steve Martin. Features Albert Einstein and Pablo Picasso at Parisian café Lapin Agile in 1904. Presented by Shepherd University's Contemporary Theater Studies program students. Pay-what-you-will (free for Shepherd students). Go to https://www.shepherd.edu. Call 304-876-5000.
Friday, April 7
EXHIBIT
A Heart for Art in Berkeley Springs
Friday, April 7, through Sunday, May 28 - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday through Sunday
Ice House Gallery
138 Independence St.
Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
Ten artists show different viewpoints of the region. Features paintings, coloring books, Berkeley Springs and West Virginia stickers, stained glass, pottery and metal jewelry. Gallery reception on Saturday, April 22, at 6:30 p.m. Go to www.macicehouse.org. Email art@macicehouse.org or call 304-867-3073.
FAITH
Good Friday Service
Friday, April 7 - 7 p.m.
Emmanuel United Methodist Church
802 Summit Ave.
Hagerstown
Emmanuel UMC and St. Andrew's UMC present a dramatic presentation of Jesus and His Journey to the Cross. Call 301-733-4720.
FUNDRAISERS
Meat Raffle
Friday, April 7 - 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
Fayetteville, Pa.
BYOB. $20 at the door. Proceeds benefit South Mountain Volunteer Fire Department. Call 717-749-5733.
Cruise-In
Friday, April 7 - 5 to 8 p.m.
Byron Park
11 Park Road
Williamsport
Cars, food truck, grill, 50/50 drawing. $5. Proceeds benefit local charities. Call 301-573-1501 or email jmb@myactv.net.
MUSIC
Trick Bag
Friday, April 7 - 6 to 9 p.m.
Blue Mountain Wine Crafters Boutique Winery
117 E. Baltimore St.
Funkstown
Blues, rock and folk music. Call 301-791-2882.
Chris Anderson
Friday, April 7 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Free, donations appreciated. Email music@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.
Saturday, April 8
FAITH
Mannafest
Saturday, April 8 - 1 to 5 p.m.
University Plaza
32 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
Music, spoken word, dancing, art and journaling. Baked goods, kids corner and more. Free.
FAMILY
Annual Kite Fun-Fly Event
Saturday, April 8 - 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Hooverville Elementary School, adjacent field
10829 Buchanan Trail East
Waynesboro, Pa.
For children and adults. Celebrate National Kite Month with The Institute. First 10 families to arrive get a copy of I Wonder Why the Wind Blows by Anita Ganeri. Brothers George and Sam Adams of Chambersburg, Pa. are the "kite masters" and will offer individual instruction, demonstrations of kite flying techniques and a kite-making workshop ($1 donation to cover materials). Enter a free raffle drawing for a fox kite (one entry per person; drawing at 2 p.m., need not be present to win). Bring a kite. Free. Call 717-762-0373 or go to www.natureandcultureinstitute.org.
Yard Sale
Saturday, April 8 - 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fairgrounds Park
351 N. Cleveland Ave.
Hagerstown
Shop for items at the stables. Hosted by the City of Hagerstown Parks and Recreation.
Community Easter Dinner
Saturday, April 8 - doors open at 5 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m.
Emmanuel United Methodist Church
802 Summit Ave.
Hagerstown
Ham, mashed potatoes, vegetable, roll, beverage and dessert served. Special treats. Free. Call 301-733-4720.
FUNDRAISER
Dance-A-Thon
Saturday, April 8 - 2 to 5 p.m.
Laird Hall
Wilson College
1015 Philadelphia Ave.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Chambersburg Ballet students and company dancers perform 14 pieces ranging from classical to modern styles, featuring solos, ensembles and pas de deuxes. Drop-in or stay for the entire event. Free. Students will be raising funds online for the Chambersburg Ballet Guild. To donate, go to https://givebutter.com/xMbBt5. To learn more, go to www.chambersburgballet.org, email info@chambersburgballet.org or call 717-709-1800.
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
Saturday, April 8 - 8 to 11 a.m.
Blue Moon Café
200 E. High St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Fun-filled breakfast sponsored by The Shepherdstown Centennial Lions Club and the Blue Moon Café. Bring cell phones to take pictures of children with the Easter Bunny. $10 for ages 13 and older, $5 for ages 4 to 12, and free for ages 3 and younger. No tickets, pay at the door. All proceeds go toward local school supplies for the fall. Free parking at meters and university lot near café. Email ShephLionsClub@gmail.com.
Cornhole Tournament
Saturday, April 8 - noon
Martinsburg Downtown Square
100 E. King St.
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Two-person teams, standard bracket play with two divisions. Hosted by the Martinsburg High School Bulldog Band and MainStreet Martinsburg. Performances by MHS Jazz Band, MHS Drumline and MHS Steel Drum Ensemble. Local food trucks and vendors. $25 per player for adults 18 and older — 1st place $1,000; 2nd place, $500 and 3rd place $250.$10 per player youths 13 to 17 — winners to receive gift cards; $2 per player children 12 and younger — skills challenge for prizes. Proceeds benefit the MHS Bulldog Band. Registration ends at 11:30 a.m. April 8 . (cash accepted day of event). Go to https://www.mhsbulldogband.com/cornhole-tournament/, email cerogers@k12.wv.us or call 304-267-3538.
MUSIC
The Tans
Saturday, April 8 - 10 a.m. to noon
Brooke's House Coffee and Chocolate
South End Shopping Center
1083 Maryland Ave.
Hagerstown
Classic rock and pop hits. Call 240-203-8183.
Sunday, April 9
FAITH
Easter vigil
Sunday, April 9 - 6 a.m. vigil, 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. breakfast, 10:15 a.m. service
St. John's Episcopal Church
101 S. Prospect St.
Hagerstown
Service with Holy Communion. Nursery available. Easter egg hunt and social hour after the service. Go to www.stjohnshagerstown.org or call 301-733-2560.
Sunrise service
Sunday, April 9 - 7 a.m. sunrise service, 9:30 a.m. worship service
Emmanuel United Methodist Church
802 Summit Ave.
Hagerstown
Call 301-733-4720.
This article originally appeared on The Herald-Mail: What's NXT for Sunday, April 2-9
