What's NXT for Sunday, March 12
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Sunday, March 12
EXHIBITS
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; reception Sunday, March 12 - 2 to 4 p.m.
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.
Animal Kingdom
Through Sunday, March 26 - 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays
The Mansion House Art Center and Gallery
480 Highland Ave. (in the City Park)
Hagerstown
Valley Art Association members art exhibit. Free admission. Go to https://valleyartassoc.org/ or call 301-797-2867.
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.
Portraits of Persistence
Through Saturday, April 1 - Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Saturday noon to 4:30 p.m., Sunday noon to 8 p.m.; during Shepherd's Spring Break, March 12-18, library hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with no weekend hours.
Shepherd University Scarborough Library
301 N. King St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Artwork inspired by stories of Storer College students. Free. Call 304-876-5421.
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.
Art in the Hallway
Through Friday, March 31
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 Ronda Albright 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
Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum open house
Sunday, March 12 - noon to 4 p.m.
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.
Chili Cook-Off and Pie Bake-Off
Sunday, March 12 - 12:30 p.m.
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
18313 Lappans Road
Boonsboro
A friendly competition. Submit a recipe or just enjoy the fun and sample the entries, then vote for favorites. $10. Go to www.unityhagerstown.org, email unityhagerstown@gmail.com or call 240-409-5940.
MOVIES
American Conservation Film Festival
Sunday, March 12 - 12:30 to 8 p.m.
Shepherdstown Opera House
131 W. German St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Spotlights short films that are 40 minutes or less, including animation, narrative and documentary films; and feature films, including Path of the Panther and All That Breathes. West Virginia artists, environmental organizations, leaders and entrepreneurs throughout the weekend. Event concludes Sunday with dinner and discussion at the Shepherdstown Community Club (102 E. German St.), featuring Indian-inspired cuisine. $15 per screening; $25 for dinner on March 12. Go to www.conservationfilmfest.org or email info@conservationfilmfest.org for schedule and tickets.
ONSTAGE
Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical
Sunday, March 12 - 2 p.m.
Waynesboro Area Senior High School
550 E. Second St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
An extraordinary girl navigates an unfortunate home life and rallies her classmates to stand up against their evil headmistress. $10 adults, $6 children/students. Go to bit.ly/washsmatilda, email claire_martin@wasdpa.org or call 717-762-1191.
The Lifespan of a Fact
Through Sunday, March 19 - 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2:30 p.m. Sundays
Old Opera House Theater Company
204 N. George St.
Charles Town, W.Va.
Rated PG-13. Strong adult language. Drama. A comedic yet gripping battle over facts versus truth. $22 adults; $19 college students younger than age 25, military and ages 65 or older; $15 younger than age 18. Go to oldoperahouse.org, email ooh@oldoperahouse.org or call 304-725-4420.
Grease
Through Sunday, March 26 - 6 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 1 p.m. Sundays
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.
OUTDOORS
Second Sunday at Stauffer's Marsh Guided Walk
Sunday, March 12 - 8 to 10 a.m.
Stauffer's Marsh Nature Preserve
4069 Back Creek Valley Road
Hedgesville, W.Va.
For all ages. Potomac Valley Audubon Society volunteer Steve Hartmann guides his first of a series of "Second Sunday" walks. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water. Free. Registration required. Go to https://www.potomacaudubon.org/event/second-sundays-at-stauffers/, email info@PotomacAudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
Monday, March 13
FAMILY
Harlem Wizards vs. South Side Ballers
Monday, March 13 - doors open 5:30 p.m., event begins 6:30 p.m.
South Hagerstown High School Gymnasium
1101 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Exhibition basketball game. Trick shots and family fun. Music, comedy, dancing and audience participation. Any child wearing a Wizards jersey is invited to warm-up with the team. Autographs. Harlem Wizards merchandise available for purchase. General admission is $20 adults, $15 students. Ticket options available with various benefits for $30, $50 and $95. Go to https://pretix.eu/harlemwizards/hagerstownmd03-13-23-06-30pm/ or harlemwizards.com.
Tuesday, March 14
EXHIBIT
Robert & Kitty Nalewalk: Travel — A Gift to the Senses
Through Tuesday, April 4 - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday; virtual exhibit at https://www.youtube.com/@washcoarts.
Washington County Arts Council
34 S. Potomac St., Suite 100
Hagerstown
Photographers (and husband and wife) exhibit photographs taken during their 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.
FUNDRAISER
Bingo
Tuesday, March 14 - 5 p.m. doors open, 5:30 p.m. kitchen opens, 6:45 p.m. early bird games start
South Mountain Volunteer Fire Department
11207 Loop Road
Fayetteville, Pa.
Call 717-749-5733.
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
Women of Smithsburg and the Civil War
Tuesday, March 14 - 7 p.m.
Smithsburg Library, Community Room
66 W. Water St.
Smithsburg
Using eyewitness accounts, period newspaper records and local lore, Jefferson Boyer examines what the war years meant for local women. Sponsored by the Smithsburg Historical Society. Free. To register, call 301-824-7722.
MUSIC
Liberty University Chamber Singers
Tuesday, March 14 - 7 p.m.
Trinity Lutheran Church
15 Randolph Ave.
Hagerstown
Christian music. Call 301-733-2878.
OUTDOORS
Bird Walk
Tuesday, March 14 - 7:30 to 10 a.m.
Rolling Ridge Conservancy
138 Tupelo Lane
Harpers Ferry, WVa.
Join Potomac Valley Audubon Society volunteers Bill Telfair and Scot DeGraf on privately owned trails. Wear sturdy walking shoes. Bring drinking water. Walking poles are encouraged. Binoculars available. To register, go to https://www.potomacaudubon.org/event/spring-rolling-ridge-conservancy-bird-walk/, email Kristin@potomacaudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
Wednesday, March 15
EXHIBIT
Berkeley Arts Council 2023 Members' Exhibit
Through Saturday, April 1 - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday
Berkeley Art Works
116 N. Queen St.
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Features 42 works by 26 artists, including photography, quilting, sculpture, collage and various forms of paintings. Also, fine art and fine crafts by 13 juried artists of the Berkeley Art Works Artist Cooperative. Go to berkeleyartswv.org or call 304-620-7277.
FAITH
Remembrance Circle
Wednesday, March 15 - 7 to 8 p.m.
St. Mark's Fellowship Center
18313 Lappans Road
Boonsboro
Facilitated by Anne Baker. Quiet reflection acknowledging and honoring those who have died. Music, selected readings and ritual honoring all ancestors. Freewill offering. Go to www.unityhagerstown.org, email unityhagerstown@gmail.com or call 240-409-5940.
MOVIE
A Celtic Pilgrimage
Wednesday, March 15 - deadline to RSVP; movie is Friday, March 17 - 7 p.m.
St. Mark's Fellowship Center
18313 Lappans Road
Boonsboro
Documentary. Irish poet and philosopher John O'Donohue walks through the landscape of western Ireland. $20, includes light, vegetarian supper. To RSVP, email unityhagerstown@gmail.com or call 240-409-5940, by Wednesday, March 15. Go to unityhagerstown.org.
OUTDOORS
Bird Walk
Wednesday, March 15 - 7 to 10 a.m.
Cool Spring Preserve
1469 Lloyd Road
Charles Town, W.Va.
For ages 12 and older; children must be accompanied by an adult. No birding skills necessary. Join Potomac Valley Audubon Society volunteer Beth Pool. Wear sturdy footwear. Bring drinking water. Binoculars available. Meet at front parking lot. Free. Register at https://www.potomacaudubon.org/event/spring-third-wednesday-bird-walk/, email Kristin@potomacaudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
Evening Bird Walk
Wednesday, March 15 - 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Eastern Ecological Science Center
11649 Leetown Road
Kearneysville, W.Va.
For ages 12 and older, regardless of birding skills. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Led by Karli Rogers. Route is generally flat with gradual hills. Wear sturdy walking shoes. Bring drinking water. Free. Registration required. Go to https://www.potomacaudubon.org/event/usgs-eastern-ecological-science-center-spring-bird-walk-2/, email Kristin@potomacaudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
Thursday, March 16
FAMILY
Nature Trivia about Spring Wildflowers
Thursday, March 16 - 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Online, using Zoom and a smart phone
For all ages. Learn to identify wildflowers by playing trivia with Kingfisher Kahoot! Play as a group with Master Naturalist and high school science teacher Roy Boyle as team leader and host. Free. Registration required. For Zoom link and more information, go to https://www.potomacaudubon.org/event/kingfisher-kahoot-trivia-night-2/. Email Laurel@PotomacAudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
LECTURE
Birds with a Gettysburg Address
Thursday, March 16 - 7 p.m.
Church of the Apostles, Social Room
336 Barnett Ave.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Second of The Institute's three-part spring series, What's the Buzz in Your Backyard? Presented by photographer and writer Bonnie Portzline. Free. Go to natureandcultureinstitute.org, email info@NatureAndCultureInstitute.org or call 717-762-0373.
Friday, March 17
CLASS
St. Patrick's Day Printmaking Workshop
Friday, March 17 - 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive (in the City Park)
Hagerstown
For elementary-aged students. Participants will make their own cards to take home, using everything from their fingertips to leaves, feathers and shoes. Jane Ping will lead the class. Face-coverings required. $15. To register, call 301-739-5727, email drastelli@wcmfa.org or go to wcmfa.org/st-patricks-day-printmaking/.
EXHIBIT
Seth Holmes
Through Friday, March 31 - 5 to 8 p.m. Fridays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays
42 West Arts Co-op
42 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Waynesboro-based watercolor artist. Call 717-749-0437 or go to 42WestArts.com.
FAMILY
Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum open house
Friday, March 17, 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.
FUNDRAISERS
Chicken BBQ, Fried Country Ham Sandwiches and Chili Sale
Friday, March 17 - deadline to order in advance; event is Saturday, March 18 - 9 a.m. until sold out
Boonsboro Ambulance and Rescue Company
7619 Old National Pike
Boonsboro
Chicken dinner includes half a chicken, baked beans and applesauce for $11; $9 for half a chicken; $6 for fried country ham sandwich; $8 for chili by the quart. Stop by the station on day of event or call 301-667-2301 by Friday, March 17 to reserve an order.
Crown of Glory Tea for Women's History Month
Friday, March 17 - deadline to reserve table(s), event is Saturday, March 25 - 5 to 7 p.m.
The Fit Room at Fairgrounds Park
532 N. Cannon Ave.
Hagerstown
Honors queens (mothers, sisters, girlfriends, wives or mentors) from the community with a catered tea party. No formal program. Purchase a table for eight at $250 or $31.25 per person. Decorate your table (or tables) to honor your queen. Proceeds benefit the Doleman Black Heritage Museum Inc. Call 301-797-5019.
MUSIC
BBD Blues Trio
Friday, March 17 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Blues. Free; donations appreciated. Email music@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.
Jill Fulton & The Flying Matlocks
Friday, March 17 - 7 to 9 p.m.
Nick's Airport Inn
14548 Pennsylvania Ave.
Hagerstown
Country, blues, classic rock and some Irish tunes. Drink specials, corned beef and cabbage, Reubens. Green attire is encouraged. Lounge reservations recommended. Call 301-733-8560.
Across the Pond
Friday, March 17 - doors open 6:30 p.m., music 7 to 10 p.m.
The Barrel House
39 N. Third St.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Entertainment by local Celtic band, featuring Celtic dancers. Irish fare available for purchase from Chameleon 1648 Culinary Services. $20 per ticket or $30 per couple in advance, includes entertainment, soft drinks and water, Sweet Rollers soft pretzel bites and one complimentary green beer. Non-beer tickets are $15 for one or $25 per couple in advance. Individual tickets at the door are $30 (with beer) and $20 (no beer). Proceeds benefit Cumberland Valley School of Music. Go to https://cvsmusic.org/, email steph@cvsmusic.org or call 717-261-1220 ext. 3.
Tauren Wells - The Joy in the Morning Tour
Friday, March 17 - 7:30 p.m.
Luhrs Performing Arts Center
475 Lancaster Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
Contemporary Christian and Gospel with elements of pop, hip-hop and R&B. Special guests Aaron Cole and Lakewood Music. $18-$69, with optional VIP add-ons. Go to luhrscenter.com/event/ireland-with-michael-live/ or call 717-477-7469.
Saturday, March 18
FAMILY
Colonial Gardening
Saturday, March 18 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Conococheague Institute Visitor Center
12995 Bain Road
Mercersburg, Pa.
Help weed, hoe and plant seeds. Wear clothes you don't mind getting muddy. Franklin County Library Bookmobile will be available. Exhibits, gift shop, colonial life demonstrations, nature trails and more. Free. Call 717-328-2800.
27th Annual Flower and Garden Show
Saturday, March 18 - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, March 19 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
ARCC
Hagerstown Community College
11400 Robinwood Drive
Hagerstown
More than 150 vendors. Nurseries, lawn and garden equipment, pottery and statuary, landscaping, tree services, stone products, pools, spas, outdoor furniture, flowers, wild bird products and natural gourmet gifts from the garden. Seminars and demonstrations on a variety of gardening topics. Garden-themed children's activities. Lunch and snacks available for purchase at the Garden Café. Free parking. Admission is $5, adults; free, 12 and younger. Proceeds benefit the HCC Alumni Association. Email lsstewart@hagerstowncc.edu or call 240-500-2346.
St. Patrick's Day Celebration
Saturday, March 18 - noon to 6 p.m.
Downtown Martinsburg
142 N. Queen St.
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Live Irish music, beer garden, food trucks. Entry is free. Go to mainstreetmartinsburg.com/events, email director@mainstreetmartinsburg.com or call 304-262-4200.
FUNDRAISERS
Pub Crawl
Saturday, March 18 - 7 p.m. to midnight
Downtown Hagerstown
Wear green. Benefits Children in Need. Bring donations (current needs are shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste, body wash and all sizes of new boys' pants) to drop boxes at participating bars: 28 South, Broad Axe, Bulls & Bears, Meinelschmidt Distillery and Prohibition Hub. Go to childreninneedwashingtoncounty.org, email info@childreninneedwc.org or call 301-302-1683.
Indoor Yard Sale
Saturday, March 18 - 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Christ Reformed United Church of Christ
22514 Cavetown Church Road
Cavetown
Food available for purchase, fresh cut fries, hot dogs, steamers, baked goods and drinks. Sponsored by church youth. Call 301-797-6292.
Cash Bingo
Saturday, March 18 - doors open at noon, bingo starts at 2 p.m.
Potomac Valley Fire Company
2202 Dargan School Road
Sharpsburg
Twenty-five games and two specials. Food and beverages available for purchase. $25 in advance, $30 at the door. For advance tickets, call 301-730-1142 or 301-432-2130.
MUSIC
Lynn Routzahn
Saturday, March 18 - 10 a.m. to noon
Brooke's House Coffee and Chocolate
South End Shopping Center
1083 Maryland Ave.
Hagerstown
Rock, country, folk, pop and bluegrass. Call 240-203-8183.
Sunday, March 19
FAITH
Taizé Service
Sunday, March 19 - 6 p.m.
St. John's Episcopal Church
101 S. Prospect St.
Hagerstown
A simple, contemplative prayer service with meditative music, scripture and silence. Enter by the tower entrance on South Prospect Street or by the elevator at the Walnut Street parking lot. Email rwspeelman@outlook.com.
Healing Rooms of Hagerstown
Sunday, March 19 - 5 to 7 p.m.
Pathway Community Church
1028 Salem Ave.
Hagerstown
Aims to use prayer and faith to heal the sick. Meets on first and third Sundays. For more information, go to healingrooms.com, email htownhealingrooms@gmail.com or call 717-597-8077.
LECTURE
Our History Restored: The Williamsport Banking Mansion
Sunday, March 19 - 1 to 3 p.m.
Miller House Museum
135 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
Tom and Ben Freeman-Tinsley speak about restoring the Banking Mansion in Williamsport. $30 ($25 members), includes Sunday lecture and a tour of the mansion on Saturday, March 25. Call 301-797-8782.
ONSTAGE
Ireland with Michael Londra
Sunday, March 19 - 3 to 5 p.m.
Luhrs Performing Arts Center
475 Lancaster Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
Ireland's leading tenor. Music, dance and stories of Ireland. $35. Go to luhrscenter.com/event/ireland-with-michael-live/ or call 717-477-7469.
This article originally appeared on The Herald-Mail: What's NXT for March 12-19
