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Trick Bag

Sunday, April 14 - 1 to 4 p.m.

Blue Mountain Wine Crafters Boutique Winery

117 E. Baltimore St.

Funkstown

Wide variety of music. Call 301-791-2882.

She Kills Monsters

Sunday, April 14 - 2 p.m.

Marinoff Theater

Shepherd University

62 W. Campus Drive

Shepherdstown, W.Va.

Dramatic comedy with homicidal fairies and 90s pop nostalgia. Presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French Inc. Pay-what-you-will at the door; free for Shepherd students.

The Addams Family

Sundays, April 14 and 21 - 2:30 p.m, Saturday, April 20 - 7:30 p.m.

The Maryland Theatre

21 S. Potomac St.

Hagerstown

Musical comedy. Wednesday Addams has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart, young man from a respectable family. Presented by Barbara Ingram School for the Arts. $10 to $25. Go to https://www.mdtheatre.org/bisfa#addams or call 301-790-2000.

Mercersburg Area Community Chorus Spring Concert

Sunday, April 14 - 3 p.m.

Irvine Memorial Chapel

Mercersburg Academy

100 Academy Drive

Mercersburg, Pa.

Soloist is Olivia Prendergast, soprano. A free-will offering will be taken. Call 717-261-0112 or go to mercersburgchorus.org.

Robbie Fulks and Bill Kirchen

Sunday, April 14 - 7:30 p.m.

Hub City Vinyl

28 E. Baltimore St.

Hagerstown

Country/folk music. Songwriters and guitarists. $28. Go to https://liveathubcityvinyl.com/all-events/ or call 301-800-9390.

Shippensburg University Jazz Ensemble

Monday, April 15 - 7 p.m.

Luhrs Center

475 Lancaster Drive

Shippensburg, Pa.

Swing, blues, funk and more. Free, no tickets or reservations required. Go to https://luhrscenter.com or call 717-477-7469.

Dr. Joseph Rothrock's Service in the Civil War

Monday, April 15 - 7:30 p.m.

General Studies Auditorium (also via Zoom)

Penn State Mont Alto

1 Campus Drive

Mont Alto, Pa.

Part of the Penn State Mont Alto Spring 2024 Evening Talk Series. Presented by Peter Linehan, associate professor of forest technology. Rothrock was the founder of Pennsylvania Forest Academy at Mont Alto, now Penn State Mont Alto. Free. Go to https://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7V3Oi20zQTSzcwC3ON6MZQ#/registration.

Star Party

Monday, April 15 - 8:45 to 10 p.m.

Field between General Studies Auditorium Parking Lot and Orchard Road

Penn State Mont Alto

1 Campus Drive

Mont Alto, Pa.

Canceled if cloudy. Telescope viewing and green laser pointer sky tour. Free. Registration required. Go to https://tinyurl.com/2xtr46yx.

Wellness Walk

Tuesday, April 16 - 10 a.m. to noon

Virginius Island

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

171 Shoreline Drive

Harpers Ferry, W.Va.

For all experience levels. Meeting location details shared after registration. Free. Registration required. Go to  www.potomacaudubon.org/event/spring-wellness-walk-at-virginius-island/, email Sonja@potomacaudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.

Navigating 23 and Me

Tuesday, April 16 - 6 p.m.

Smithsburg Library Community Room

66 W. Water St.

Smithsburg

Presented by professional genealogist Susan Fabian. Genealogy tools. Learn where to find matches and clues offered, family tree predictor and chromosome tools. Free. Registration required. Call 301-824-7722.

Small Ensembles Concert

Tuesday, April 16 - 7:30 p.m.

Frank Arts Center W.H. Shipley Recital Hall

Shepherd University

260 University Drive

Shepherdstown, W.Va.

Presented by the Shepherd School of Music. Guitar ensemble, flute ensemble, trombone ensemble, harp and flute duo and a saxophone quartet. Free. Go to https://www.shepherd.edu/music/calendar-of-concerts.

Bird Walk

Wednesday, April 17 - 7:30 to 10:30 a.m.

Cool Spring Preserve (meet in parking lot)

1469 Lloyd Road

Charles Town, W.Va.

Led by Potomac Valley Audubon Society volunteer Beth Poole. Adults welcome, regardless of birding skills. Wear sturdy footwear and bring water. Binoculars available. Free. Registration required. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/spring-third-wednesday-bird-walk-5/, email info@potomacaudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.

Genealogy Research Consultations

Wednesday, April 17 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Miller House Museum

135 W. Washington St.

Hagerstown

One-on-one family history consultations by a staff genealogy researcher. For beginners to experts. $5 (free for kinship members). Walk-ins welcome. Pay at the door. Call 301-797-8782 or email info@washcohistory.org.

Composition and Drawing 101

Wednesdays, April 17 through June 12 - 10 a.m. to noon

Washington County Museum of Fine Arts

401 Museum Drive

Hagerstown

Artist and educator Don Viar will lead this hands-on class for adults. Students learn how to manipulate the principles and elements of design through line, shape, color, eye, movement and more. $180 ($162 for museum members). Register in advance by contacting Donna Rastelli at 301-739-5727 or drastelli@wcmfa.org. Go to wcmfa.org.

Career Expo

Wednesday, April 17 - 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Athletic, Recreation and Community Center

Hagerstown Community College

11400 Robinwood Drive

Hagerstown

For employers and job seekers. Job opportunities in Washington County, community employment resources and support services, workshops and networking. Free. Round-trip shuttle service available between the Washington County Transit Authority in downtown Hagerstown to the ARCC at HCC (leaving for HCC at 10:50 a.m., 11:50 a.m. and 12:50 p.m.; returning to Hagerstown by 1:15 p.m. and 3:15 p.m.) Shuttle schedule available at www.hagerstowncc.edu/careerexpo. Free for organizations and participants. Advance registration is recommended. Go to www.hagerstowncc.edu/careerexpo or call 240-500-2000.

Black Burial Grounds of Jefferson County, W.Va.

Wednesday, April 17 - 7 p.m.

Robert C. Byrd Center Auditorium

Shepherd University

213 N. King St.

Shepherdstown, W.Va.

Lecture on African American cemeteries in the local area presented by Addison Reese, Jefferson County Historic Landmarks Commissioner. Part of the 2024 Historic Shepherdstown Speaker Series. Free. Call 304-876-0910, email hsc1786@gmail.com or go to historicshepherdstown.com.

Take Me Out to the Ball Game: America's Great Pastime

Thursday, April 18, through Saturday, May 25 - noon to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays, and 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays

Allison-Antrim Museum

365 S. Ridge Ave.

Greencastle, Pa.

Baseball artifacts and memorabilia from the museum’s collection, including the Princeton uniform worn by Greencastle’s Charles “King” Lear and his mitt, the Greencastle Athletics’ uniform of John Baer, the bat used for the first home run on Barkdoll Field, and photographs of local ball teams. Free, donations appreciated. Go to greencastlemuseum.org or call 717-597-9010.

Shepherd University Jazz-n-Java

Thursday, April 18 - 7 p.m.

Marinoff Theater

Shepherd University

62 W. Campus Drive

Shepherdstown, W.Va.

Mix of jazz ensembles and jazz combos. Coffee and refreshments with admission. $15 general admission; $10 ages 65 and older, and 18 and younger; free to Shepherd faculty and students. Go to www.shepherd.edu/music/event-ticket-and-registrations/.

Tony Trischka’s EarlJam: A Tribute to Earl Scruggs

Thursday, April 18 - 7:30 p.m.

Hub City Vinyl

28 E. Baltimore St.

Hagerstown

Bluegrass. $30. Go to https://liveathubcityvinyl.com/all-events/ or call 301-800-9390.

15th Annual Barsy-Colgan Student Research Day

Friday, April 19 - 10 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.

Harry R. Brooks Complex

Wilson College

1015 Philadelphia Ave.

Chambersburg, Pa.

Ten seniors will present their research findings. Go to https://www.wilson.edu/SRD2024.

Mack Berry Band

Friday, April 19 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.

Music Makers

46 W. Main St.

Waynesboro, Pa.

Country, pop and classic rock. Admission is free. Donations appreciated. For more information, send an email to music@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.

Acoustic Jam

Friday, April 19 - 5:30 to 7 p.m. (third Friday of each month)

BlackCat Music Cooperative

155 Independence St.

Berkeley Springs, W.Va.

Bring instrument. No cost, donations requested. Call 304-500-2696.

Grease

Friday, April 19, through Saturday, May 25 - 6 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 1 p.m. Sundays (May 5 and 19)

The Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater

44 N. Potomac Street (rear)

Hagerstown

1950s musical. Contains adult language and themes. Children younger than 5 not admitted. Tickets include dinner and show. Full service cash bar available. $65 adults; $59 active military and first responders; $55 children 5 to 12. Go to  www.washingtoncountyplayhouse.com or call 301-739-7469.

Ernie Couch & Revival

Friday, April 19 - 7 p.m.

Christ Reformed United Church of Christ

117 W. Main St.

Sharpsburg

Gospel and Christian music. Light refreshments follow. For all ages. Free. Email ricksharpsburgucc@gmail.com.

Bee Gees Gold

Friday, April 19 - 7 p.m.

Capitol Theatre

159 S. Main St.

Chambersburg, Pa.

Tribute band. Beer, wine, concessions. $39 adults; $34 ages 60 and older; $30 military and frontline workers; $29 ages 18 and younger. Go to thecapitoltheatre.org or call 717-263-0202 option 1.

Coco Montoya

Friday, April 19 - 7:30 p.m.

Hub City Vinyl

28 E. Baltimore St.

Hagerstown

Award-winning guitar virtuoso and soul-deep singer. $30. Go to https://liveathubcityvinyl.com/all-events/ or call 301-800-9390.

Sister Act

Friday, April 19, through Sunday, April 28 - 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2:30 p.m. Sundays

The Old Opera House

204 N. George St.

Charles Town, W.Va.

Musical comedy. Rated PG. $22 general admission; $19 ages 65 and older, and students 18 to 25; $15 children younger than 18. Go to https://oldoperahousetheatrecompany.csstix.com/, email ooh@oldoperahouse.org or call 304-725-4420.

Health Fair

Saturday, April 20 - 6 to 10 a.m.

WVU Medicine Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

1002 Tavern Road

Martinsburg, W.Va.

For ages 12 and older. Screening options include complete blood count with automated differential (CBC) $10; comprehensive metabolic panel $20; lipid panel for cholesterol, $15; prostate specific antigen, $20; vitamin D, $30; hemoglobin A1C diabetes screening, $15; thyroid stimulating hormone, $20; hepatitis C antibody screen, $20; vitamin B12, $20 and colorectal screening kit, $25. Blood pressure checks and fall risk assessment free along with health information and Berkeley Medical Center programs and services info. Advance registration and payment required. Go to martinsburgrotaryfoundation.org, email dana.dejarnett@wvumedicine.org or call 304-264-1223.

Will Wright

Saturday, April 20 - 10 a.m. to noon

Brooke's House Coffee & Chocolate Shop

1083 Maryland Ave.

Hagerstown

Music variety. Call 240-203-8183. Go to brookeshousecoffeeandchocolate.com/.

Toy & Collectible Show

Saturday, April 20 - 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday, April 21 - 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Valley Mall (setup throughout middle of mall)

17301 Valley Mall Road

Hagerstown

Vintage and modern toys, transformers, Hot Wheels, action figures, Star Wars, Funko Pops, Pokemon cards, Lego, WWE and more. 80 dealers, 200 tables of merchandise. Free admission. Call 717-903-3964 or email sales@kryptonitetoyz.com.

Genealogy Open House and Book Sale

Saturday, April 20 - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Franklin County Historical Society (Old Jail)

175 E. King St.

Chambersburg, Pa.

Explore genealogy and local history library and archives. Learn about resources available at the society, including Ancestry.com and Newspapers.com. Librarians will be on hand to assist. Used history books for sale. Old Bible giveaway on a first come, first served basis. Go to franklinhistorical.org or call 717-264-1667.

How the Newcomer House was Restored

Saturday, April 20 - 11:30 a.m.

Newcomer House

18422 Shepherdstown Pike

Keedysville

Talk and tour by Eleanor Lakin, the architect for the 1999 restoration of the Newcomer House, and David Gibney, who directed the restoration. Includes access to the upper floors of the home. Part of the 2024 Porch Program Series. Free. Email rachel@heartofthecivilwar.org or call 240-308-1740.

Washington County Roots: Mary Schurz

Saturday, April 20 - 1 to 3 p.m.

Miller House Museum

135 W. Washington St.

Hagerstown

Genealogy researchers Carol Miller-Schultz and Jean Conte present Mary Schurz’s ancestry, from her time in Williamsport to her childhood and home of her ancestors. Light hors d'oeuvres and cash bar. $50. Call 301-797-8782 or email info@washcohistory.org.

Come Away to the Skies: A High Lonesome Mass

Saturday, April 20 - 7:30 p.m.

Frank Arts Center Theater

Shepherd University

260 University Drive

Shepherdstown, W.Va.

Presented by Shepherd University Masterworks Chorale. $15 general admission; $10 ages 65 and older, and 18 and younger; free to Shepherd faculty and students. Go to  www.shepherd.edu/music/event-ticket-and-registrations/.

Earth Day & Arbor Day Celebration, Park Clean-Up

Sunday, April 21 - 1 to 4 p.m.

Shafer Park

37 Park Drive

Boonsboro

All volunteers welcome. Tree inventory, stream and park clean-up. Wear boots and gloves. Call 301-432-5141.

Wildflower Walk

Sunday, April 21 - 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Snavely Ford Trail

142 W. Potomac St.

Williamsport

All ages welcome; children must be accompanied by an adult. Free. Registration required. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/calendar, email info@potomacaudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.

Natural Wonders

Sunday, April 21 - 3 p.m.

Luhrs Center

475 Lancaster Drive

Shippensburg, Pa.

Shippensburg University Community Orchestra. Celebrating Earth Day with music inspired by nature, including works by Grieg, Mozart and Strauss. Free, no tickets or reservations required. Go to https://luhrscenter.com or call 717-477-7469.

The Motive and the Cue

Sunday, April 21 - 3 p.m.

Opera House

131 W. German St.

Shepherdstown, W.Va.

Comedy. Play from London's West End captured on film. Recommended for ages 12 and older. Includes intermission. Popcorn, soft drinks, non-alcoholic beer, movie candy, soft pretzels and more available for purchase. Tickets are $18 general admission; $15 seniors and students. To purchase tickets in advance, go to https://shepherdstownoperahouse.thundertix.com/events/223750 or call 304-876-3704.

Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen

Sunday, April 21 - 7:30 p.m.

Hub City Vinyl

28 E. Baltimore St.

Hagerstown

Bluegrass ensemble. $25. Go to https://liveathubcityvinyl.com/all-events/ or call 301-800-9390.

Shepherd University Salon Series

Sunday, April 21 - 7:30 p.m.

Frank Arts Center W. H. Shipley Recital Hall

Shepherd University

260 University Drive

Shepherdstown, W.Va.

Faculty members perform a trio of flute, cello and piano chamber music for Earth Day to celebrate nature. Free.

Washington County Public Schools Elementary Art Exhibition

Through April 28 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays, and 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays; closed Mondays and major holidays; extended hours Thursdays, April 18 and 25, until 8 p.m.

Washington County Museum of Fine Arts

401 Museum Drive

Hagerstown

Works of student art. Go to wcmfa.org or call 301-739-5727.

Cat-titude Art Exhibit

Through Sunday, April 28 - 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays

Mansion House Art Center & Gallery

480 Highland Ave. (in the City Park)

Hagerstown

Artwork by members of the Valley Art Association. Free. Go to www.valleyartassoc.org or call 301-797-2867.

Art in the Hallway

Through Tuesday, April 30

Hallway between 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 Carol Miller 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.

Faces

Through Sunday, May 26 - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays

The Ice House Gallery

138 Independence St.

Berkeley Springs, W.Va.

Artwork with the theme "faces" in a variety of media by 20 artists from Berkeley Springs and the surrounding area. Presented by the Morgan Arts Council. Go to https://macicehouse.org/ or call 304-867-3073.

Cumberland Valley Photographers Exhibit

Through Sunday, June 2 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays, and 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays; closed Mondays and major holidays

Washington County Museum of Fine Arts

401 Museum Drive

Hagerstown

Juried exhibition. Various types of photography by artists in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia. Go to wcmfa.org or call 301-739-5727.

This article originally appeared on The Herald-Mail: NXT Best: Entertainment and events calendar for the week of April 14