What's NXT: Music, art, shows, hikes, fundraisers and … DOGS!
Information in the calendar is subject to change or cancellation. If your organization changes or cancels an event listed in the What's NXT calendar, please notify us immediately by emailing lifestyle@herald-mail.com or calling 301-791-6024. To submit an event, email it to the calendar at lifestyle@herald-mail.com at least 2 1/2 weeks before the event.
Thursday, Oct. 12
CLASS
Nutrition Links
Thursdays, Oct. 12 through Nov. 30 - 6:30 to 8 p.m.
NETwork Ministries
419 Hollywell Ave.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Healthy eating tips covering smart shopping, food preparation and recipes. Led by Penn State Extension Nutrition Education advisers. Receive a certificate of completion after attending all lessons. Free. Email barbhoupt@gmail.com or call 717-264-4640.
Western-Style Square-Dancing Class
Thursday, Oct. 12 - 7 to 9 p.m.
St. Paul's Lutheran Church
24 E. Baltimore St.
Funkstown
For everyone. Taught by Gad Abouts Square Dance Club. Free. Church parking lot on Chestnut Street (behind church).
FUNDRAISER
3rd Annual Starry Night for Kids' Sake
Thursday, Oct. 12 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Cortland Mansion
19411 Cortland Drive
Hagerstown
Fine dining and entertainment. Hosted by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Washington County. Celebrates the mission of defending the potential of kids in the community. $75 per person ($50 for BBBSWC volunteers), $550 per table of eight. Go to secure.qgiv.com/for/snfkst/. Call 301-739-4711.
LECTURES
The Antietam Canal
Thursday, Oct. 12 - 6 p.m.
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch Room 334
Washington County Free Library
100 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Presented by Steve Hatleberg. Hosted by The Saylor House. Refreshments provided by the Conococheague Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution.
Hood's Defeat Near Fox's Gap: Prelude to Emancipation
Thursday, Oct. 12 - 7 p.m.
George Tyler Moore Center for the Study of the Civil War
Shepherd University
136 W. German St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Presented by author Curtis Older. Free. RSVP required; email gtmcweb@shepherd.edu or call 304-876-5429.
MUSIC
The Tans
Thursday, Oct. 12 - 7 to 10 p.m.
Leitersburg Tavern
21400 Leitersburg St.
Leitersburg
Bob and Kim Tantillo perform classic rock and pop hits. Call 240-347-4821.
Friday, Oct. 13
BOOKS
Catholic Novel Book Tour
Friday, Oct. 13 - 7 p.m.
St. Joseph Parish
225 S. Queen St.
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Featuring the historical novel Wizard Clip Haunting by Stanley Williams. Williams will sign books and discuss the history, research and writing the book. Go to www.wizardclip.stanwilliams.com.
FAMILY
BMX Gold Cup Northeast Championship
Friday, Oct. 13 - race begins 5 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 14 - race begins 11:30 a.m., and Sunday, Oct. 15 - race begins 8 a.m.
Hagerstown BMX
Fairgrounds Park
351 N. Cleveland Ave.
Hagerstown
Hosted by Hagerstown BMX. Spectators must pay for parking upon entrance to fairgrounds, $10. Go to usabmx.com/tracks/1863, email warnerracingbmx@gmail.com or call 301-748-8276.
Mommy/Daddy/Guardian and Me Bonding Through Art Hour
Fridays, Oct. 13, 20, and Nov. 3 - 10 to 11 a.m.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive
Hagerstown
For ages 3 to 5 with an adult. Connect with your little one by looking at, talking about and making art together. Free. Space limited. Contact Director of Education Kellie Mele at educator@wcmfa.org.
LECTURE
Culture & Cocktails: Artifacts of Black History from the Washington County Historical Society Collection
Friday, Oct. 13 - doors open 5:30 p.m.; lecture from 6 to 8 p.m.
Miller House Museum
135 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
Local historian and author Dr. Emilie Amt highlights church records, artwork, 19th-century photographs and stories from the Miller House's past. The cocktail is the Sherry Cobbler. Light hors d'oeuvres served. Admission is $15 ($10 for members). Email info@washcohistory.org or call 301-797-8782.
MUSIC
The Note Riders
Friday, Oct. 13 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Variety. Free, donations appreciated. Email music@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.
ONSTAGE
Clue: High School Edition
Friday, Oct. 13, and Saturday, Oct. 14 - doors open 7 p.m., show 7:30 p.m. (90 minutes, no intermission)
Simon Theatre
Mercersburg Academy
23 W. Seminary St.
Mercersburg, Pa.
Murder-mystery comedy. Presented by Stony Batter, Mercersburg Academy's student theater company. Based on the 1949 Parker Brothers board game and the classic '80s movie. Free admission. General seating. For special accommodations, email reservations@mercersburg.edu.
Connecting with Your Loved Ones with Medium Debbie
Friday, Oct. 13 - 7 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Evidential Medium Debbie Wojciechowski communicates information with the spirit. $60. Go to mdtheatre.org/medium or call 301-790-2000.
Saturday, Oct. 14
CLASS
Drawing, Sketching and Painting Nature Group
Saturday, Oct. 14 - 9 a.m. to noon
Case Nature Center
Cool Spring Preserve
1469 Lloyd Road
Charles Town, W.Va.
For all skill levels. Hands-on introduction to drawing and sketching nature with pen and ink. Hosted by Potomac Valley Audubon Society. $10 per person. Registration required. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/drawing-sketching-painting-nature-workshop, email Kristin@potomacaudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
Succulent and Pumpkin Workshop
Saturday, Oct. 14 - 10 a.m.
Franklin County Extension Office
181 Franklin Farm Lane
Chambersburg, Pa.
Learn about succulents, including how to select, care for and propagate them. Hands-on project affixing a variety of succulents to a pumpkin. Led by Penn State Master Gardeners in Franklin County. Outdoors. $35. Registration required. Go to https://extension.psu.edu/succulents-and-pumpkins-workshop or call 877-345-0691.
FAMILY
HCC's Annual STEAM Festival and Family Fun Day
Saturday, Oct. 14 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Hagerstown Community College
11400 Robinwood Drive
Hagerstown
Science, technology, engineering, art and math exhibits and demonstrations, hands-on activities, competitions and a pumpkin patch for all ages. Refreshments available. Hosted by HCC. Free. Go to www.hagerstowncc.edu/steam.
Fall Craft Show
Saturday, Oct. 14 - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Lakeside Village
17012 Alcott Road
Hagerstown
Greeting cards, wreaths, jewelry, baked goods and more. Call 301-992-6787 or email roger_vincent@myactv.net.
Museum and Village Scavenger Hunts
Saturday, Oct. 14, and Sunday, Oct. 15 - 1 to 4 p.m.
Washington County Agricultural Education Center
7313 Sharpsburg Pike (Md. 65 South)
Boonsboro
Children get a list of 40 images of artifacts to search for at three indoor museums and an outdoor rural village. Early Living Museum, Farm Museum and Transportation Museum. Free, donations accepted. Gift shop. Go to www.ruralheritagemuseum.org or call 240-420-1714 to leave a message.
FUNDRAISERS
Slippery Pot-Pie
Saturday, Oct. 14 - 4 to 6 p.m. or until sold out
Potomac Valley Fire Company
2202 Dargan School Road
Sharpsburg
Chicken, ham and bean with ham; coleslaw, iced tea and homemade rolls. All you can eat for $10. Eat in or carry out. For advance orders, call 301-432-2130 on Saturday starting at 9 a.m. Proceeds benefit Potomac Valley Fire Company.
Walk for Freedom
Saturday, Oct. 14 - check-in 9:15 a.m., walk 10 a.m. to noon
University Plaza
50 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
No cost to walk. The goal is to make every person aware of human trafficking. To register, go to a21.org/register.php?eventld=3546. Email Hagerstownwalk4freedom@gmail.com.
Cruise-In
Saturday, Oct. 14 - 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Roy Rogers
28 Souder Road
Brunswick, Md.
Rain or shine. All makes and models of vehicles. Music, raffles, 50/50, Chinese auction, door prizes, meat raffle, and live auction (noon).Hosted by The Leechel L. Reynolds Memorial Fund & Jay's People. Dine-in, drive-thru or carry-out breakfast and/or lunch. LLRMF/JP will receive 25% of receipts. Proceeds benefit two female cancer patients to help with medical costs and supplies. Also collecting unwrapped toys or books for Toys for Tots. Call 240-397-0154.
MUSIC
Symphonie Fantastique
Saturday, Oct. 14 - 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 15 - 3 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Orchestral repertoire. Conductor Elizabeth Schulze. Violinist Tim Fain. $29 to $79. Go to marylandsymphony.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket#/. Call 301-797-4000.
MSO Inspirations: Symphonie Fantastique
Saturday, Oct. 14 - 6 p.m.
Bulls and Bears Pub and Eatery
38 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Pre-concert experience. Light refreshments and entertainment. Free with valid Symphonie Fantastique concert ticket. Go to marylandsymphony.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket#/. Call 301-797-4000.
The Tans
Saturday, Oct. 14 - 10 a.m. to noon
Brooke's House Coffee & Chocolate Shop
1083 Maryland Ave.
Hagerstown
Smooth jazz. Call 240-203-8183.
OUTDOORS
Eclipse Watch Party
Saturday, Oct. 14 - noon to 2:30 p.m.
Red Run Park
12143 Buchanan Trail East
Waynesboro, Pa.
Hands-on for the entire family. Safely view the upcoming annular eclipse. Guided by Todd Toth, a space scientist at Goddard Space Flight Center. Safety viewing glasses provided, while supplies last. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Observers will use the GLOBE Solar Eclipse Observer app on their smartphones. To download app, go to https://www.globe.gov/globe-data/data-entry/globe-observer. Organized by The Institute. Free. Go to www.natureandcultureinstitute.org, email info@NatureAndCultureInstitute.org or call 717-762-0373.
SOCIAL
First Liberty Wine Festival
Saturday, Oct. 14, and Sunday, Oct. 15 - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Liberty Mountain Resort
78 Country Club Trail
Fairfield, Pa.
Pennsylvania wineries. Artisan vendors, live music (Press Strings and Jonathan Sloane Trio on Saturday; and Hunter Root Band and Kelly Bell Band on Sunday). Several dining options. Admission includes a souvenir wine glass, samples from wineries, live music and wine seminars. $30 to $126. Go to https://libertymountainresort.showclix.com. Call 717-642-8282.
Sunday, Oct. 15
FAITH
Healing Rooms of Hagerstown
Sunday, Oct. 15 - 5 to 7 p.m.
Pathway Community Church
1028 Salem Ave.
Hagerstown
Safe, confidential place to receive prayer for physical, emotional and spiritual (Christian) needs. No appointment necessary. Free. Go to healingrooms.com or email htownhealingrooms@gmail.com.
FAMILY
Green Hill Cemetery Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, Oct. 15 - 2 to 4 p.m. (rain date is Sunday, Oct. 22)
Green Hill Cemetery
953 S. Potomac St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Two age groups: 4 to 8 (with an adult) and 9 to adult. Participants receive a list of items to find in the cemetery. Turn in a completed list to be eligible for more than $500 in prizes donated by local businesses. Guided cemetery tours available. Final event marking the 150th anniversary the cemetery's founding. Light refreshments. Free admission. Call 717-658-6789 or 717-762-2759.
Pet Adoption Event
Sunday, Oct. 15 - 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Sheehy Subaru of Hagerstown
10320 Auto Place
Hagerstown
Hosted by Sheehy Subaru of Hagerstown and the Humane Society of Washington County. $20 to adopt a cat and $50 to adopt a dog. Every pet has been spayed/neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. For each pet adopted in October, Sheehy Subaru will donate $100 to the shelter (up to $3,100 in total). Call 301-739-7700 or go to www.sheehy.com.
MUSIC
Clarinet Recital
Sunday, Oct. 15 - 3 p.m.
Frank Arts Center W. H. Shipley Recital Hall
Shepherd University
260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Natalie McGeachy. Free.
Monday, Oct. 16
CLASS
Ballroom Dance Lessons
Mondays, Oct. 16, 23, 30, and Nov. 6, 13, 20 - beginners 5:30 p.m., advanced 6:30 p.m.
Luhrs Performing Arts Center
Shippensburg University
475 Lancaster Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
Taught by dance instructor Frank Hancock. Tango, Cha Cha, Swing and Foxtrot. Both singles and couples welcome. $35 per person for the six-class course. Advance registration required. Go to luhrscenter.com. Call 717-477-7469.
ONSTAGE
Songwriters & Poets Open Mic
Monday, Oct. 16 - 7 to 9 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Led by longtime Waynesboro Songwriters Workshop member Dave Dishneau and Hagerstown-based poet Ann Culey. Features both songs and poems, in an alternating format. Participants perform up to three works initially, with additional rounds if time allows. Held the third Monday of each month. Free, donations appreciated. Email music@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.
Tuesday, Oct. 17
FAITH
History of the Catholic Faith in the Americas Conference
Tuesday, Oct. 17 - 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Priest Field Pastoral Center
4030 Middleway Pike
Middleway, W.Va.
Speakers include Donald Patthoff, Bob O'Connor and Stanley Williams. Book signing. Free. Go to wizardclip.stanwilliams.com/conference.html.
LECTURES
The Connecticut Yankee and the Shaping of Smithsburg
Tuesday, Oct. 17 - 6:45 p.m.
Community Room
Smithsburg Library
66 W. Water St.
Smithsburg
Presented by Jefferson Boyer. Provided by the Smithsburg Historical Society. Free. To register, call 301-824-7722.
Breaking Barriers: Intersectionality and the Complexity of Violence
Tuesday, Oct. 17 - 5:30 p.m.
Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History and Education
Scarborough Library
Shepherd University
213 N. King St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Hosted by Shepherd University's Common Reading program. Resource fair and panel discussion. Learn how medical staff, law enforcement, victims' advocates and prosecutors prevent and respond to interpersonal violence in the community. Free.
OUTDOORS
Awesome Opossums
Tuesday, Oct. 17 - 10 a.m. (meet at the Nature Nook next to concessions)
Greenbrier State Park
21843 National Pike
Boonsboro
For ages 4 and older. Led by a Greenbrier Park naturalist. Learn about the adaptations of North America's only marsupial — the Virginia opossum. Call 301-791-4656 or email laura.nalven@maryland.gov.
Fall Wellness Walk
Tuesday, Oct. 17 - 10 a.m. to noon
Blandy Farm's Ginkgo Grove
400 Blandy Farm Lane
Boyce, Va.
All ages welcome. Hosted by the Potomac Valley Audubon Society. Walk trails. Bring a picnic lunch. Free. Registration required. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/fall-wellness-walk-at-blandy-farms-ginkgo-grove/, email info@potomacaudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
Wednesday, Oct. 18
FAMILY
Wee Naturalists
Wednesday, Oct. 18 - 9:30 to 11 a.m.
Cool Spring Preserve
1469 Lloyd Road
Charles Town, W.Va.
For ages 3 to 5, with an adult. Nature exploration, story time, hiking and crafts. Led by Potomac Valley Audubon Society instructors. $10 per child (10% discount for members). Registration required. Call 681-252-1387, email Kristin@potomacaudubon.org or go to www.potomacaudubon.org/calendar/month/2023-09/.
OUTDOORS
Bird Walk
Wednesday, Oct. 18 - 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. (meet in parking lot)
Cool Spring Preserve
1469 Lloyd Road
Charles Town, W.Va.
Children 12 and older are welcome, but must be accompanied by an adult. Led by Potomac Valley Audubon Society volunteer Beth Poole. Wear sturdy shoes; bring water. Binoculars available. Free. Registration required. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/october-third-wednesday-bird-walk/, email Kristin@potomacaudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
Thursday, Oct. 19
BOOKS
Pages and Pathways Book Group
Thursday, Oct. 19 - 10 a.m. to noon
Eidolon Preserve
2146 Orleans Road
Great Cacapon, W.Va.
For all ages. Hosted by the Potomac Valley Audubon Society. The fall book is Everyone Needs a Mountain: Skylife at Eidolon by Marguerite Wykoff Zapoleon. Discussion and field trip or other activity pertaining to the book. Copies available to borrow at Case Nature Center at Cool Spring Preserve. Free. Registration required. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/pages-and-pathways-book-group-4/, email info@potomacaudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
CLASS
Paper Lantern Workshop
Thursday, Oct. 19 - 3 to 7 p.m.
Bolivar-Harpers Ferry Public Library
151 Polk St.
Harpers Ferry, W.Va.
Create a lantern to carry in the Community Lantern Parade procession on Nov. 4. Free. Register at the library's front desk or call 304-535-2301.
FAMILY
Historic Farmers Market
Thursday, Oct. 19 - 3 to 6 p.m.
25 W. Church St.
Hagerstown
Final farmers' market of the season. Fresh produce and baked goods. Artisan vendors. Food vendors and dinner tent. Humane Society of Washington County will host an adoption event. Market hosted by the city of Hagerstown.
LECTURE
The Importance of Keeping Fit & Flexible
Thursday, Oct. 19 - 11:30 a.m.
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
891 Foxcroft Ave.
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Presented by Lia K. Anderson, Outpatient Rehabilitation Manager at WVU Berkeley Medical Center. Join Pikeside United Methodist Church OAKS Ministry for lunch and guest speaker. RSVP by calling the church at 304-26-4633.
MUSIC
ZoSo: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience
Thursday, Oct. 19 - 7:30 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Tribute band — classic live Zeppelin music of 1968-1977. $17 to $39. Go to mdtheatre.org/zoso or call 301-790-2000.
U.S. Navy Sea Chanters
Thursday, Oct. 19 - 7 p.m.
Frank Arts Center Theater
Shepherd University
260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
The Navy's official chorus performs a variety of music, including traditional choral music, sea chanteys, patriotic fare, opera, Broadway and contemporary music. Free. Go to https://www.shepherd.edu/music/calendar-of-concerts.
Friday, Oct. 20
CLASS
Uke-Sing & Jammers
Friday, Oct. 20 - 5 p.m.
BlackCat Music Cooperative
155 Independence St.
Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
For intermediate ukulele players. Instructor is Mike Kligerman. Beginners welcome to watch and learn. Call 717-331-3357 or email Mckliger@frontiernet.net.
FUNDRAISER
Chip in for Quality Education Golf Tournament
Friday, Oct. 20 - registration 9 a.m., shotgun start 10 a.m.
Black Rock Golf Course
20025 Mt. Aetna Road
Hagerstown
Hosted by Education Foundation of Washington County Public Schools. Space is limited. First come, fist served. $100 per individual golfer, $400 per foursome team. Supports Education Foundation of WCPS. Call 304-268-1029, email execdirector@educationfoundationofwcps.org or go to www.educationfoundationofwcps.org/golf.
MUSIC
Bumper Jacksons: Jazz - Country - Swing - Blues
Friday, Oct. 20 - 7:30 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Music from the streets of New Orleans to Appalachian hollers. A Hagerstown Community Concert. General seating. $30 adults, $10 children. Go to http://mdtheatre.org or call 301-790-2000.
Joy, Joy, Joy United
Friday, Oct. 20 - door open 6 p.m., music 7 p.m.
Westview Baptist Church
301 S. Louisiana Ave.
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Gospel concert featuring Ernie Hasse & Signature Sound and Promised Land Quartet. $20 advance general admission, $30 general admission day of concert. Call 540-481-0773 or 304-274-6193, or go to https://www.itickets.com/events/473894.
Shepherd University Jazz Ensemble
Friday, Oct. 20 - 7:30 p.m.
Frank Arts Center Theater
Shepherd University
260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Duke Ellington's tone poem Black, Brown and Beige, along with other works from the composer's catalog. $15 general; $10 senior citizens, active-duty military, students 18 and younger, and Shepherd faculty, staff and alumni; free for Shepherd students with valid ID.
Ted Casper
Friday, Oct. 20 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Rock, R&B, funk and soul. Free, donations appreciated. Email music@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.
ONSTAGE
The Addams Family
Friday, Oct. 20, through Sunday, Oct. 29 - 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2:30 p.m. Sundays
The Old Opera House
204 N. George St.
Charles Town, W.Va.
Musical comedy. Rated PG. $22 adults, $19 ages 65 and older, $15 younger than age 18. Go to oldoperahouse.org/upcoming-shows/the-addams-family, email ooh@oldoperahouse.org or call 304-725-4420.
OUTDOORS
Jupiter, Saturn and the Moon
Friday, Oct. 20 - 7:45 p.m.
Smithsburg Library (outside)
66 W. Water St.
Smithsburg
Gaze at Jupiter, Saturn and the moon with equipment and expertise provided by the TriState Astronomers. Free. To register, call 301-824-7722. Event will be cancelled in case of inclement weather.
Saturday, Oct. 21
FAMILY
Changing Times - A 19th Century Tavern
Saturday, Oct. 21 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Conococheague Institute
12995 Bain Road
Mercersburg, Pa.
Learn about the industrial revolution, society norms, race, politics and technology. Firearms display. Call 717-328-2800.
Museum and Village Scavenger Hunts
Saturday, Oct. 21, and Sunday, Oct. 22 - 1 to 4 p.m.
Washington County Agricultural Education Center
7313 Sharpsburg Pike (Md. 65 South)
Boonsboro
Children are given a list of 40 images of artifacts to search for at three indoor museums and an outdoor rural village. Early Living Museum, Farm Museum and Transportation Museum. Free, donations accepted. Gift shop. Go to www.ruralheritagemuseum.org or call 240-420-1714 to leave a message.
Community Days
Saturday, Oct. 21 - 10 a.m. to noon
Shepherd University Agricultural Innovation Center
Tabler Farm
482 Billmyer Mill Road
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Madison Hale, farm coordinator, will give a lesson on how to make hot sauce with flavor combinations. Guided stroll through a wooded section of the farm. Free, donations accepted. To register, go to https://www.shepherd.edu/community-days-at-tabler-farm.
Community Yard Sale
Saturday, Oct. 21 - 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Stables at Fairgrounds Park
351 N. Cleveland Ave.
Hagerstown
Seventy-two stalls selling yard sale goods. Unique treasures. Hosted by Hagerstown Parks & Recreation.
Berkeley Springs Studio Tour
Saturday, Oct. 21, and Sunday, Oct. 22 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Artists' studios
Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
Self-guided driving tour of artists' studios (16 artists, eight studios) in and around Berkeley Springs. Includes contemporary and traditional art and fine crafts in different media. Artists will demonstrate and describe their processes. Maps available at the Ice House Gallery (138 Independence St., Berkeley Springs). Free. Call 800-447-8797, or go to bsstour.org or berkeleysprings.com.
Fort Ritchie & Catoctin History Bus Trip
Saturday, Oct. 21 - 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
JCPenney (bus leaves from parking lot)
Valley Mall
17301 Valley Mall Road
Hagerstown
Hosted by the Washington County Historical Society. Explore Catoctin Mountain historic treasures, with tour guide WCHS Executive Director Andy Stout. Complimentary lunch at Fort Ritchie, and snacks and beverages available throughout the day. $130 per person, includes a complementary WCHS individual membership ($100 for WCHS members). To register, go to https://ow.ly/zoUG50PIAQI, email info@washcohistory.org or call 301-797-8782.
FUNDRAISERS
Roots & Stones: An Afternoon in the Cemetery
Saturday, Oct. 21 - 3 to 5 p.m. (rain date is Oct. 22)
Halfway African American Cemetery
11025 Clinton Ave.
Hagerstown
Hosted by Friends of Halfway African American Cemetery. Light food, drinks, an archaeology tour of the cemetery, door prizes, a silent auction and more. An artist's impression of what the cemetery looked like in 1910 will be unveiled. $25 per person. Go to Eventbrite ("Roots & Stones"), email halfwaycemetery@gmail.com or call 240-385-7124. Proceeds benefit ongoing preservation efforts of the cemetery.
17th Annual Art for the Animals
Saturday, Oct. 21 - 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Howard's Art and Frames
1256 Dual Hwy.
Hagerstown
Tail-End reception and awards ceremony (6:30 to 8 p.m.); silent auction (6:30 to 7:30 p.m.). All proceeds go to the Humane Society of Washington County. Call 301-733-2722, email howardsart@aol.com or go to www.howardsarts.com.
MUSIC
The Sixties Show
Saturday, Oct. 21 - 7:30 p.m.
Luhrs Performing Arts Center
Shippensburg University
475 Lancaster Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
Features former band members of The Who and John Fogerty. Special effects, narration, 60's archival audio and newsreel footage, and a light show. $29 to $49. Go to luhrscenter.com or call 717-477-7469.
Lynn Routzahn
Saturday, Oct. 21 - 10 a.m. to noon
Brooke's House Coffee & Chocolate Shop
1083 Maryland Ave.
Hagerstown
Variety. Call 240-203-8183.
Music for Organ and Trumpet
Saturday, Oct. 21 - 4:30 p.m.
Trinity Lutheran Church
15 Randolph Ave.
Hagerstown
Trinity Fine Arts Series. Christopher Schroeder, organ, and Gil Hoffer, trumpet. Free. Call 301-733-2878.
Shepherd University Ram Band
Saturday, Oct. 21 - noon
Ram Stadium
Shepherd University
301 N. King St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
50th anniversary show at half-time of Homecoming football game (Shepherd vs. West Chester University). Game ticket required. $15-$30 general, $5-$10 student (kindergarten through college).
ONSTAGE
Whose Live Anyway?
Saturday, Oct. 21 - 8 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
All ages welcomed; rated PG-13. Comedy and song based on audience suggestions. The current cast members of the TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway? improv tour. Cast members include Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Jeff B. Davis and Joel Murray. $50 to $64. Go to mdtheatre.org or call 301-790-2000.
OUTDOORS
Bird Walk
Saturday, Oct. 21 - 7:30 to 10 a.m.
USGS Eastern Ecological Science Center
11649 Leetown Road
Kearneysville, W.Va.
For all skill levels. Children 12 and older must be accompanied by an adult. Led by Potomac Valley Audubon Society volunteers Beth Poole and Heather Walsh. Wear sturdy shoes; bring water. Free. Registration is required. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/usgs-eastern-ecological-science-center-fall-bird-walk/, email Kristin@potomacaudubon.org, or call 681-252-1387.
Sunday, Oct. 22
FAMILY
Car, Truck & Motorcycle Cruise-in
Sunday, Oct. 22 - 1 to 4 p.m.
Hagerstown Seventh-day Adventist Church
11507 Robinwood Drive
Hagerstown
Meet John Earnhardt. Bluegrass music, food. Call 301-733-4411 or go to www.hagerstownadventist.org.
Clear Spring High School Alumni Museum
Sunday, Oct. 22 - 2 to 5 p.m. (museum open the third Sunday of each month)
Clear Spring High School
12630 Broadfording Road
Clear Spring
Printed and collectible memorabilia on display. Call 301-766-8082.
Bowman House Museum Tours
Sunday, Oct. 22 - 2 to 4:30 p.m.
Bowman House Museum and Pottery
323 N. Main St.
Boonsboro
Hearth-cooking demonstrations of 18th and 19th century foods, raised bed vegetable garden, museum tours. Go to https://boonsborohistoricalsociety.org/bowman-house or email info@boonsborohistoricalsociety.org.
MUSIC
Guy Penrod
Sunday, Oct. 22 - 3 p.m.
Capitol Theatre Center
159 S. Main St.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Country Gospel. Concessions. $34 general, $29 ages 60 and older, $25 military and frontline workers, $24 ages 18 and younger. Go to thecapitoltheatre.org or call 717-263-0202.
Saxophone Recital
Sunday, Oct. 22 -5 p.m.
Frank Arts Center W. H. Shipley Recital Hall
Shepherd University
260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Jacob Miner. Free.
Piano Recital
Sunday, Oct. 22 - 3 p.m.
Frank Arts Center W. H. Shipley Recital Hall
Shepherd University
260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Kaitlyn Warren. Free.
Shippensburg Band Annual Fall Concert
Sunday, Oct. 22 - 2:30 p.m.
Shippensburg Church of the Brethren
253 E. Garfield St.
Shippensburg, Pa.
Free admission and parking; donations accepted for Shippensburg Band, a nonprofit. Go to www.shipband.org.
OUTDOORS
Hike with a Naturalist
Sunday, Oct. 22 - 9 a.m. (meet at visitor center)
Greenbrier State Park
21843 National Pike
Boonsboro
Led by a Greenbrier Park naturalist. Learn about the plants, insects, birds and animals in the park. About 0.8 miles. Moderate/easy difficulty. Call 301-791-4656 or email laura.nalven@maryland.gov.
ONGOING
EXHIBITS
The Foundry Exhibition at Wilson College
Through Sunday, Oct. 15 - from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays
Lortz Hall Bogigian Gallery
Wilson College
1015 Philadelphia Ave.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Artwork by members of The Foundry, including paintings, drawings, photography, sculpture and more. Free. Contact Philip Lindsey at 717-264-2783 or philip.lindsey@wilson.edu.
Treasures of State: Maryland's Art Collection
Through Sunday, Oct. 22 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive (City Park)
Hagerstown
Co-organized with the Maryland State Archives. Featuring more than 90 American and European paintings, sculptures, works on paper, and decorative arts from 1750 to the present. Go to www.wcmfa.org. Call 301-739-5727.
This Majestical Roof: Impressions of Sky
Through Saturday, Oct. 28 - 5 to 8 p.m. Fridays and 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturdays
Gallery 50
50 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Paintings and photographs by Margery Benson, Joan Lee, Leslie McEntire, Laurie McKelvie, Rebecca Myers, Jaclyn Rice, Sandy Schuster and Amelie Lavenant Wink. Email contact@artsalliancegw.org.
Amélie Lavenant-Wink: Re-Focus
Through Tuesday, Oct. 31 - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday; virtual exhibit available online Saturday, Oct. 7
Washington County Arts Council
Suite 100
34 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Free. Use A&E Parking Deck (25 Renaissance Way). Call 301-791-3132 or email gallerymanager@washingtoncountyarts.com.
Art in the Hallway
Through Tuesday, Oct. 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 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.
Wilson College Students' Exhibit
Through Tuesday, Oct. 31 - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday
Coyle Free Library
102 N. Main St.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Artwork by undergraduate students. Free admission. Call 717-263-1054 ext. 1003 or 717-264-2783, or email lcowles@fclspa.org or philip.lindsey@wilson.edu.
Project Linus of the Eastern Panhandle
Through Tuesday, Oct. 31 - Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m.
South Jefferson Public Library
49 Church St.
Summit Point, W.Va.
Part of the Art in the Library Series highlighting talents of local artists. Call 304-725-6227 or go to www.sojeffersonlibrary.com.
Jennie Avila Sky Cats & Fancy Plants
Through October - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday
Washington County Chamber of Commerce
1 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Part of Art at the Chamber. Presented by the Washington County Arts Council. Call 301-739-2015.
Claire McCardell Special Installation
Through Saturday, Nov. 11 - Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive (in the City Park)
Hagerstown
Designer Claire McCardell redefined American women's fashion during the 1930s to the 1950s. The installation will include McCardell fashions from the museum's collection. Call 301-739-5727. Go to www.wcmfa.org.
From the Wild and Wonderful
Through Dec. 31. Gallery hours are Thursday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Ice House
138 Independence St.
Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
Produced by the Morgan Arts Council and curated by Amanda Solo. Features a wide range of media by more than 30 artists. Call 204-258-2300 or go to www.macicehouse.org.
Boonsborough Museum of History
Every Sunday - 1 to 4 p.m.
Boonsborough Museum of History
113 N. Main St.
Boonsboro
Eclectic collections of Douglas G. Bast. Parking on site. Admission by donation. Go to https://boonsboroughmoh.org or call 240-816-0488.
Miller House Museum Tours
Every Friday and Saturday - 1 to 1:50 p.m., 2 to 2:50 p.m. and 3 to 3:50 p.m.
Miller House
135 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
Home of the Washington County Historical Society. Go to washcohistory.org/contact-us/ or call 301-797-8782.
FAMILY
North Square Farmers Market
Every Saturday through Nov. 18 - 8 a.m. to noon
Chambers Fort Park (parking lot)
30 Spring St.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Rain or shine. Free kids' activities, live music. A project of the Downtown Business Council of Chambersburg, Pa. Inc. Email NorthSquareInfo@gmail.com or call 717-251-2446.
FUNDRAISER
4th Annual Superhero Virtual Challenge
Through Tuesday, Oct. 31 - any time (go to runsignup.com/Race/Info/WV/Martinsburg/SuperheroChallenge)
Virtual
Participants are encouraged to wear their favorite superhero attire (optional) as they clock miles on their own time, in their own way. Social media check-ins, competitions and challenge-your-friend promotions. $25 for ages 18 and older, free for ages 17 and younger. To register, go to runsignup.com/Race/Info/WV/Martinsburg/SuperheroChallenge. Email admin@mycasaep.org. Proceeds benefit Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children of the Eastern Panhandle.
HEALTH
Unity of Hagerstown'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.
Poolside Yoga
Through Friday, Nov. 17 - Thursdays 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., and Fridays 7 to 8 a.m.
Chambersburg Recreation Center
Room B-1
235 S. Third St.
Chambersburg, Pa.
For ages 15 and older, all skill levels. Stretch and release tensions. Led by Wendy Machemer. Gain muscle strength, improve balance and increase flexibility. Bring mat, towel,\ and water or coffee. $95 for 10 classes ($85 for borough residents), $49 for five classes ($45 for borough residents) or $10 per class ($9 for borough residents). Call 717-261-3275.
MUSIC
Open Mic Night
Every Wednesday through Nov. 15 - 7 to 9 p.m.
633 Brewing
Suite 106
118 Walnut Street
Waynesboro, Pa.
Call 717-387-5818. Go to 633brewing.com.
ONSTAGE
Misery
Through Sunday, Oct. 22 - Fridays and Saturdays at 6 p.m., and select Sundays at 1 p.m.
Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater
44 N. Potomac St. (rear)
Hagerstown
Directed by Rennes Carbaugh, Stephen King's Misery follows successful romance novelist Paul Sheldon, who is rescued from a car crash by his Number One fan, Annie Wilkes, and wakes up captive in her secluded home. Contains adult language, themes and violence. Show preceded by dinner. $63 adults, $57 active military and first responders. For tickets, go to www.washingtoncountyplayhouse.com or call 301-739-7469.
SOCIAL
Trivia Night
Every Wednesday - 7 to 9 p.m.
Rough Edges
91 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Prizes. Free admission. Go to http://roughedgesbrewing.com. Call 717-655-7042.
Downtown Happy Hour
Every Thursday - 4:30 to 6 p.m.
Potomac Walk
38 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Grab a drink and socialize with others downtown. Cocktails, mocktails, beer and wine. 50/50 drawing each week with half the winnings going to a nonprofit.
This article originally appeared on The Herald-Mail: What's NXT for Thursday, Oct. 12, through Sunday, Oct. 22
