Hear a little Irish music. Drink a little Irish beer. Find out if you're a little Irish …
Get your Irish on this week with music, dance and … a beer fest. It's this week's NXT Best!
Join the Conversation - Franklin County Tourism Breakfast
Tuesday, March 12 - breakfast 7 a.m., program 7:30 to 9 a.m.
Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center
15 S. Main St.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Franklin County Visitors Bureau will give updates, spotlight tourism success with a variety of awards, highlight essay contest winners and give a preview of a new way to explore Franklin County. $18. Go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/join-the-conversation-franklin-county-tourism-breakfast-tickets-847147740697?aff=oddtdtcreator, or call 717-552-2977 or 866-646-8060.
Genealogy Research Consultations
Wednesday, March 13 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Miller House Museum
135 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
A kinship Family Heritage Research Center staff member will be onsite for one-on-one consultations. For beginners and experts. $5 (free for kinship members). Pay at the door. Walk-ins welcomed. Call 301-797-8782 or email info@washcohistory.org.
Civil War Graves at Harper Cemetery
Wednesday, March 13 - 6 p.m.
Harper Cemetery (meet at gate)
Fillmore and York streets
Harpers Ferry, W.Va.
Guided tour. Hosted by Harpers Ferry Civil War Round Table and the Harpers Ferry Park Association. Bring umbrella and flashlight. Free. Registration required. Email ccraig@laurellodge.com or call 304-433-1260.
Global Forests, Local Action
Wednesday, March 13 - 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Hospice of the Panhandle Education Center (and via Zoom)
330 Hospice Lane
Kearneysville, W.Va.
Lecture on how what we buy (or don’t buy) can help forests around the world. Presented by Linda Walker, senior director of the World Wildlife Fund’s U.S. Forests Program. Discussion and questions following presentation. Hosted by the Potomac Valley Audubon Society. Social time and light refreshments (bring mug). Admission is free. No registration required. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/pvas-monthly-program-global-forests-local-action/, email Sonja@potomacaudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
The Enthymeme: Rhetoric's Secret Weapon
Wednesday, March 13 - 7:30 p.m.
General Studies Auditorium (and via Zoom)
Penn State Mont Alto
1 Campus Drive
Mont Alto, Pa.
Presented by David Seitz, associate professor of communications. Seitz will define the enthymeme and explore its nature, utility and prevalence in everyday discourse. Part of Penn State Mont Alto's Evening Talk Series. Outdoor sky tour follows from 8:45 to 10 p.m. in the field near the auditorium (no virtual option). Free. Go to https://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gdrVqf92TzmUqtJ3SzALmg#/registration, email kah259@psu.edu or call 717-749-6246.
Adventures in The Michaux Forest
Thursday, March 14 - 7 p.m.
Church of the Apostles social room
336 Barnett Ave.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Illustrated program presented by Suzanne Hartley, environmental education specialist with the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. Learn what the forest has to offer and how to plan a fun and safe adventure in Michaux State Forest. Part of The Institute's annual spring lecture series. Free. Go to natureandcultureinstitute.org, email info@NatureAndCultureInstitute.org or call 717-762-0373.
Women's Storytelling Festival
Thursday, March 14, through Sunday, March 17 - starting 8 p.m. Thursday, then 7 p.m. Friday through Sunday evening
Live-stream via YouTube
For mature audiences — 21 storytellers perform spoken word stories in a variety of styles, including Fanny Crawford of Hagerstown. $45, allows access to the virtual-only showcase as well as the entire festival online. Go to https://www.bettersaidthandone.com/2023/10/12/storytelling-festival-tickets/ or email festival@bettersaidthandone.com.
Rhythm of the Dance with The National Dance Company of Ireland
Thursday, March 14 - 7 p.m.
Capitol Theatre
159 S. Main St.
Chambersburg, Pa.
World and Irish step dancers, Irish musicians and singers. Adult Irish-themed drinks, beer, wine, non-alcoholic drinks and concessions available for purchase. Admission is $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.
Mia Vassilev
Thursday, March 14 - 7:30 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Piano performance augmented with strings. Classical, Boogie-Woogie, Latin and rock-and-roll music. Part ofthe Hagerstown Community Concert Association's Concert Season. $30 adults, $10 students ages 4 to 17. Go to https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/15005F0838148E9F or call 301-790-2000.
Acoustic Jam
Friday, March 15 - 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, donation requested. Call 304-500-2696.
Ted Casper
Friday, March 15 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Something for everyone. Free, donations appreciated. Email music@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.
Mary Poppins
Friday, March 15, and Saturday, March 16 - doors open 6:30 p.m., showtime 7 p.m.
Southern Fulton Junior/Senior High School
13083 Buck Valley Road
Warfordsburg, Pa.
The tale of the magical nanny who arrives just in time to save a family. Performed by Southern Fulton Jr./Sr. High School students. $5 adults, $3 students ages 3 to 18, free toddlers ages 2 and younger. Tickets available at the high school's front office; any remaining tickets will be sold at the door. Call 717-294-3251. Refreshments will be sold prior to performance and during intermission, benefitting the SF Musical fund.
St. Patrick's Day at The Barrel House
Friday, March 15 - doors open 6:30 p.m., event 7 to 10 p.m.
The Barrel House
39 N. 3rd St.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Music by local Celtic band Across the Pond joined by Celtic dancers. Special ticket add-on available to learn a ceili (Irish dance). Traditional Irish fare available for purchase. Full bar service, soft drinks and water, and soft pretzel bites. Tickets are $15 each or $25 per pair. Proceeds benefit Cumberland Valley School of Music. Go to https://cvsmusic.charityproud.org/EventRegistration/Index/14725, email steph@cvsmusic.org or call 717-261-1220 ext. 3.
Into the Woods
Friday, March 15, and Saturday, March 16 - 7 p.m. and Sunday, March 17 - 2 p.m.
Waynesboro Area Senior High School
550 E. 2nd St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
A musical with classic fairy tale stories. Performed by Waynesboro Area Senior High School students. $10 adults, $6 students and children. Tickets available at the door and online. Go to bit.ly/washsintothewoods.
The Irish Comedy Tour
Friday, March 15 - 8 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Performance by comedians and musicians Derek Richards, Michael Malone, Damon Leibert and Derrick Keane. VIP pre-show party (limited VIP tickets available) includes orchestra seating, party in cocktail lounge, complimentary drink, holiday-themed selfie station and costume contest/prizes. $24 to $39. Go to https://www.mdtheatre.org/irish-comedy-tour or call 301-790-2000.
Myersville Indoor Farmers' Market
Saturday, March 16 - 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Myersville Volunteer Fire Company Banquet Hall
301 Main St.
Myersville, Md.
All-you-can-eat country breakfast hosted by Myersville Volunteer Fire Company (7 to 10:30 a.m. only). Seasonal fruits and vegetables, fresh mushrooms, meats, eggs and cheeses, baked goods, local honey, local spirits, bath and body products, locally made crafts and more. Go to http://www.myersvillefarmersmarket.com/.
28th Annual Flower & Garden Show
Saturday, March 16 - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, March 17 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Athletic, Recreation and Community Center
Hagerstown Community College
11400 Robinwood Drive
Hagerstown
Seminars and demonstrations both days. Garden displays. Gardening activities for kids. Theme is “Blooms, Bugs and Butterflies." Hosted by the Hagerstown Community College Alumni Association. $5 adults, free ages 11 and younger. Email lsstewart@hagerstowncc.edu or call 240-500-2346.
Will Wright
Saturday, March 16 - 10 a.m. to noon
Brooke's House Coffee & Chocolate Shop
1083 Maryland Ave.
Hagerstown
Variety of music. Call 240-203-8183. Go to https://brookeshousecoffeeandchocolate.com/.
Wedding Expo
Saturday, March 16 - 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
American Legion grand ballroom
63 E. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Flowers, cakes, dresses, honeymoons. Runway show by Allison’s Alterations & Creations. Local wedding experts, food tastings, music by deejay Ryan Smetzer. Prizes. Complimentary tote bag with goodies for those who register in advance. $5 in advance, $10 at the door. Go to www.mainstreetwaynesboro.org, email lydiaschoonover@yahoo.com or call 717-762-0397.
St. Patrick's Day Celebration
Saturday, March 16 - 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Downtown Martinsburg, W.Va.
Live Irish music, beer garden, food trucks serving Irish-inspired dishes. Entry is free. Go to https://www.mainstreetmartinsburg.com/events, email director@mainstreetmartinsburg.com or call 304-262-4200.
Quad State Beer Fest: Sham Rocked
Saturday, March 16 - 1 to 7 p.m.
Washington County Agricultural Education Center
7313 Sharpsburg Pike
Boonsboro
Rain or shine. For ages 16 and older. Beer, wines, ciders, spirits, meads, hard teas, seltzers and more (ID required); samples are included in ticket price. More than 70 vendors, including arts and crafts, local businesses and nonprofits and local food trucks. Keg toss, karaoke, corn hole, beard contest and more. Music includes South of Sobriety (1 p.m.), High Voltage (3 p.m.) and Gaelic Mishap (5 p.m.). An Interstate Festival Group event. Presented by Red Hill Tactical. $55 ($47 online) for early admission at 1 p.m., $46 ($39 online) for regular admission at 2 p.m. and $37 ($30 online) for late admission at 3:30 p.m. Go to https://www.ifg-events.com/shamrocked or email tickets@ifgevents.com.
Good
Saturday, March 16 - 3 p.m.
Shepherdstown Opera House
131 W. German St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
British play filmed live in London. Drama set in World War II Germany starring Dr. Who’s David Tennant as a good man pulled into a movement with unthinkable consequences. Advanced reservations encouraged. $18 general admission, $15 students/seniors (ages 62 and older). Go to https://shepherdstownoperahouse.thundertix.com/events/222525 or call 304-876-3704.
Winter Moonlight Concert
Saturday, March 16 - 7:30 p.m.
Trinity Episcopal Church
208 W. German St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Classical music performed by Two Rivers Wind Quintet. $35 (free for Friends of Music members). Go to www.friendswv.org, email info@friendswv.org or call 304-876-5765.
Jim Breuer
Saturday, March 16 - 7:30 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Standup comedy. Former cast member of Saturday Night Live. $34 to $54. Go to https://www.mdtheatre.org/jim-breuer or call 301-790-2000.
Johnny Cash - The Concert Experience
Saturday, March 16 - 7:30 p.m.
Luhrs Center
475 Lancaster Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
A live band of talented singers and instrumentalists accompany projections of Cash’s greatest performances. $39 to $59. Go to https://luhrscenter.com/event/johnny-cash-the-concert-experience/ or call 717-477-7469.
Family Appalachian Trail hike
Sunday, March 17 - 1 to 3 p.m.
The meeting place for the hike will be sent after registration.
For families with children ages 7 and older. Part of The Institute's Naturalist Discovery Series of programs. Led by Mary Claire King, Institute naturalist. Free. Advance registration required. Go to www.natureandcultureinstitute.org, email info@natureandcultureinstitute.org or call 717-762-0373.
The Wayne Band
Sunday, March 17 - 3 p.m.
Christ United Methodist Church
100 S. Church St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
The community band of Waynesboro. Free. Go to https://www.facebook.com/TheWayneBand/.
Rend Collective Campfire Tour
Sunday, March 17 - 7 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Christian, folk, rock, worship band. $28, $38 or $65. Go to https://www.mdtheatre.org/rend-collective or call 301-790-2000.
This article originally appeared on The Herald-Mail: St. Patrick's Day activities abound in this week's NXT Best!
