What's NXT
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, Aug. 4
EXHIBITS
'This Is Their Story: African-American Community History of Chambersburg'
Continues through Sunday, Aug. 14
Franklin County Historical Society
175 E. King St.
Chambersburg, Pa.
The exhibit is curated by Shippensburg University student Madison Groninger and focuses on local Black veterans and outstanding women and their oral histories. The exhibit is based on the book, "An All American Town: An Oral History of the African American Community of Franklin County, Pa." by historian C. Bernard Ruffin III. For information, call 717-264-1667.
Discover Berkeley History
Continues through Friday, Dec. 30
Martinsburg Public Library
101 W. King St.
Martinsburg, W.Va.
A series of exhibits illustrating the county's history, from the times of Morgan Morgan and Adam Stephen to the arrival of the B&O Railroad, the Civil War and the booms of agriculture, orchards and textile industries. Exhibit displays will change every two months throughout 2022. Go to Berkeleywv250.com.
Contemporary Printmaking
Continues through Saturday, Aug. 6 - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Friday; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday
Berkeley Art Works
116 N. Queen St.
Martinsburg, W.Va.
The exhibit will feature 26 works by 19 artists from 15 states. The exhibit includes works in various printmaking techniques. Berkeleyartswv.org/
MUSIC
The Launies
Thursday, Aug. 4 - 7 to 8 p.m.
Chambersburg Memorial Park Kiwanis Bandshell
1 Washabaugh Way
Chambersburg, Pa.
Irish music with a twist. Bring chairs or blankets. Free. Go to http://www.borough.chambersburg.pa.us/rec_dep/memorial.php. Call 717-261-3275.
2022 Toni Saylor Summer Concert Series
Thursday, Aug. 4 - 7 to 8:30 p.m.
War Memorial Park
500 N. Tennessee Ave.
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Blue Ridge Rain will perform. Go to mbcparks-rec.org.
Audubon Society Summer Concerts
Thursday, Aug. 4 - 6 to 7 p.m.
Cool Spring Nature Preserve Natural Amphitheater
1469 Lloyd Road
Charles Town, W.Va.
Erik Janus will perform. Picnic tables and benches will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Attendees are invited to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Call 681-252-1387 or go to www.potomacaudubon.org.
Friday, Aug. 5
EXHIBITS
Art in the Hallway
Continues through August
Meritus Medical Center
Area between the hospital's main entrance and Same Day Surgery Center
11116 Medical Campus Road
Hagerstown
Artwork by Debra Lee will be on display and for sale. Sales are handled at the Meritus gift shop with a portion of the proceeds donated to Meritus Medical Center Auxiliary.
Paradise
Continues through Sunday, Aug. 28 - Fridays and Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sundays, 1 to 5 p.m
Mansion House Art Center and Gallery
480 Highland Ave.
City Park
Hagerstown
Valley Art Association August member show. Call 301-797-2867, go to http://www.valleyartassoc.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/ValleyArtAssociation.Hagerstown.Md.
In-Sights Opening Reception
Friday, Aug. 5 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.; exhibit continues through Saturday, Oct. 29 - 5 to 8 p.m. Fridays; 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturdays; and by appointment.
Gallery 50
50 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Hosted by The Arts Alliance of Greater Waynesboro. The exhibit will showcase the work of five artists — Kirby Heltebridle, Robyn Jacobs, Patricia McCleary and Ann Ruppert — and photographs by Dan Mangan. Note Riders will provide music in the adjacent Music Makers' space. Free. Call 717-655-2500 or go to www.artsalliancegw.org.
'The Happiness is ...' Quilt Show
Continues through Sunday, Sept. 18 - Hours are Thursday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Ice House
Corner of Independence and Mercer streets
Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
The annual quilt show will feature quilts produced by the local Delectable Mountains Quilt Guild. The annual Yard-Square Quilts, a display of more than 60 small 36-inch square quilts, will be auctioned on Sunday, Sept. 4, at 2 p.m. at Berkeley Springs State Park. Proceeds will go to Black Cat Music Cooperative to benefit its Empowering Youth Through Music programs. Call 304-258-2300 or go to www.macicehouse.org.
Allure of the Near East: Treasures of the Huntington Museum of Art
Continues through Sunday, Aug. 21 - Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday; 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday
Washington County Museum of Fine arts
401 Museum Drive
City Park
Hagerstown
The exhibition includes examples of glassware, ceramics, metalwork, painting, weaponry, weaving and more created from the 7th century B.C. to the late 19th century CE. Focusing on Islamic art objects, many works are from modern-day Iran, Egypt, Syria and Turkey. Organized by the Huntington Museum of Art and toured by International Art & Artists. Go to wcmfa.org/allure-of-the-near-east-treasures-of-the-huntington-museum-of-art/
'From Realism to Abstraction'
Continues through the beginning of August - Fridays, 5 to 8 p.m.; Saturdays, 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and by appointment
Gallery 50
50 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
The exhibit showcases the work of 17 artists. Free. Call 717-655-2500, email contact@artsalliancegw.org or go to www.artsalliancegw.org.
Infinite Growth: An Exhibition of LGBTQ+ Artists
Continues through Friday, Sept. 23 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays
FAC Arts Center
5 E. 2nd St.
Frederick, Md.
LGBTQ+ artists from Frederick and the mid-Atlantic region respond to the idea of limitless change — understanding and embracing the emerging fluidity and perpetual transformation of the human experience. Go to www.frederickartscouncil.org.
FAMILY
Williamsport Cruise-in
Friday, Aug. 5 - 5 to 8 p.m.
Byron Memorial Park
11 Park Drive
Williamsport
Food, music, 50/50 drawing. $5.
Pop-Up in the Park
Fridays, Aug. 5 and 19 - 10 a.m. to noon
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
Museum Drive
City Park
Hagerstown
Make and take a fun art project in the rose garden while learning about art that is on view in the museum. Free. No registration is required. Call 301-739-5727 or go to Wcmfa.org.
Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum
Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays - 1 to 5 p.m.
Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum
296 S. Burnans Blvd., U.S. 11
Hagerstown
Thomas the Tank Engine layouts, O three-rail interactive layout and Midwood Junction layout, O-scale two-rail and HO-scale layouts, historic photo and document display, railroad artifacts and more. $6; $1, for children ages 4 through 16; free for children 3 and younger . Call 301-739-4665 or go to www.roundhouse.org.
Waynesboro Wizarding Weekend
Friday, Aug. 5, and Saturday, Aug. 6
Various sites in downtown Waynesboro, Pa.
Friday's highlights include Magical High Tea at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. at TranquilaTEA Team Room, 117 W. Main St.. Reservations are required, call 717-765-8327; showing of 'Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince" at 7 p.m. at Waynesboro Theatre, 75 W. Main St. Tickets cost $6.
Saturday's highlights include Borogon Alley open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Main Street Park, 25 E. Main St.; Hairy Pawter Pet Adoption Day event from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Antietam Humane Society behind Main Street Park; Wizards/Witches Storytime at 9 and 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., Alexander Hamilton Memorial Free Library, registration is required. Go to ahmfl.org and click on the programming tab to access the sign-up link; Grace Fala will sing from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on the stage at Borogon Alley at Main Street Park; wizard-magician Frank Culler will perform magic at 2:30 p.m. on the stage at Borogon Alley at Main Street Park; Yule Ball from 6 to 10 p.m. at American Legion, 63 E. Main St. Tickets cost $75 per person or $125 per couple and includes dinner, dance and comedy show by Jim Tavare, purchase at Eventbrite.com. Additional activities are listed at www.mainstreetwaynesboro.org/waynesboro-wizarding-festival.
Jonathan Hager House Museum
Fridays and Saturdays - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Jonathan Hager House
110 Key St.
Hagerstown
Jonathan House and Museum is open for tours. $6; $4, ages 62 and older, students ages 13 to 17 and military; $3, children ages 6 to 12; free for children 5 and younger. For information, go to www.hagerstownmd.org/309/Jonathan-Hager-House-Museum.
City Park Train Hub Museum and Steam Engine 202
Fridays and Saturdays - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
770 City Park Drive
Hagerstown
Retired cabooses and steam locomotive engine. Rides on Tommy 202 on Saturdays, Aug. 6, Sept. 17. $5; $3, ages 62 and older, students ages 13 to 17, military; $2 children ages 6 to 12; free for children 5 and younger. Go to www.hagerstownmd.org/310/City-Park-Train-Hub.
FUNDRAISER
Sub Sale
Friday, Aug. 5 - 5 to 8 pm. or until sold out
Potomac Valley Fire Co.
2202 Dargan School Road
Sharpsburg
Subs include ham, roast beef, turkey, cold cut with white cheese and fixings on the side. $10, whole sub; $5, half sub. Calling ahead is preferred, 301-432-2130.
MOVIE
Novel Reels: 'Black Panther' (PG-13, 2018)
Friday, Aug. 5 - 8 p.m. pool party, followed by movie
Chambersburg Aquatic Center
Memorial Park
1 Washabaugh Way
Chambersburg, Pa.
A night of superhero fun; free books courtesy of the Frankln Cunty Library System and free popcorn. Go to Missionsolvedinc.org.
MUSIC
Chandler Travis Philharmonic
Friday, Aug. 5 - 6 p.m.
Buddy Lou's
11 E. Main St.
Hancock
Chandler Travis Philharmonic will perform. $10 at the door, first come, first served. 301-678-6460.
Food Truck Fridays
Friday, Aug. 5 - 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Main Street Park
25 E. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
The food truck will be Bernard's Jamaican Jerk Chicken from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; The Flying Matlocks will perform acoustic folk with Americana from noon to 1 p.m.
Shane Hines
Friday, Aug. 5 - 5 to 8 p.m.
Big Cork Vineyards
4236 Main St.
Rohrersville
Call 301-302-8032 or go to www.bigcorkvineyards.com/.
ONSTAGE
'Lucky Stiff'
Fridays, Aug. 5, 12; Saturdays, Aug. 6, 13, 27 - 6 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 28 - 1 p.m.
Washington County Playhouse
44 N. Potomac St., rear
Hagerstown
A murder mystery farce. $59.50; $49.50, children ages 5 to 12; $53.50 military members and first responders, members only, plus fee. Call 301-739-7469 or go to washingtoncountyplayhouse.com/
'Footloose' the Musical
Continues through Sunday, Aug. 14
Totem Pole Playhouse
9555 Golf Course Road
Fayetteville, Pa.
Ren and his mom move from Chicago to the town of Belmont, a small farm town that doesn't allow dancing. Friday, July 29, 8 p.m. and Saturday, July 30, 2 p.m. preview performances, $35. Tickets for other performances, $50 each. All tickets are subject to a $4 service charge per ticket. Go to https://totempoleplayhouse.org/shows/coming-in-2022-footloose/.
'The Beverly Hillbillies — the Musical'
Fridays and Saturdays, with matinees on the first, third and fifth Sunday of each month through Sunday, Aug. 21
Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre
5 Willowdale Drive
Frederick, Md.
Based on the 1960s sitcom. Tickets cost $52, $42 for ages 12 and younger for Friday and Sunday performances; $55, $45 for ages 12 and younger for Saturday performances. Children ages 5 and younger are not permitted to Mainstage performances. For tickets, call 301-662-6600 or go to www.wayoffbroadway.com/.
Saturday, Aug. 6
EXHIBIT
Artist Studio Open House
Saturday, Aug. 6, through Saturday, Aug. 13 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Artist Studio
763 Joy Drive
Greencastle, Pa.
Original oil paintings by local and international artists will be available for viewing. A signed print of Jerome King Playground will be given away each day to a lucky winner. Original oil artwork by Eliane Ambrose, Fred Tresselt, Deb Kallgren and Gabriela Kallgren will be on exhibit. Call 717-597-8135.
Paintings by Laura Wilt
Continues through Wednesday, Aug. 31; Library hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday; 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday.
South Jefferson Public Library
49 Church St.
Summit Point, W.Va.
Call 304-725-6227 or go to www.sojeffersonlibrary.com.
FAMILY
Brown's Mill School Open House
Saturday, Aug. 6, and Sunday, Aug. 7 - 1 to 5 p.m.
Brown's Mill School
The intersection of Angle Road and Kauffman Road
Kauffman Station, Pa.
Franklin County Historical Society will open Brown's Mill School for tours by donation. Call 717-264-1667 or go to franklinhistorical.org.
Family Fun Workshop: Make Your Own Clock
Saturdays in August - 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Miller House Museum and Garden
135 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
Know what time it is with this fun workshop and go home with your own learning version of a clock. Call 301-797-8782 or go to Washcohistory.org.
Washington County Free Library's Annual Comics Convention: FanCon
Saturday, Aug. 6 - 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Washington County Free Library - Fletcher Branch
100 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
An event for convention fans, comic fans, superhero fans, animé fans, video game fans, movie fans, art fans, costume fans and other fans of all kinds. For all ages. Activities, vendors, workshops and panels and a cosplay parade. Call 301-739-3250 or go to Washcolibrary.org.
FUNDRAISER
Ringgold Ruritan Fourth Annual Corn Festival
Deadline for pre-orders, Saturday, July 30; pick up Saturday, Aug. 6 by 1 p.m. Food also will be sold on the day of the event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or until sold out.
Ringgold Ruritan Club
14247 Windy Haven Road
Smithsburg
Corn on the cob and food by Cluck'N Around Barbecue. Ordering in advance is suggested. The deadline for advance orders is Saturday, July 30. Meals from Cluck 'N Around BBQ will include half of a barbecued chicken, an ear of roasted corn, mac and cheese, corn muffin and a bottle of water for $13; homemade chicken corn soup by the 12-ounce cup costs $3 or $8 for a quart. One dozen ears of fresh local corn (uncooked), $7 a dozen. Message Ringgold Ruritan Club on Facebook through the send message button.
Brain Freeze: a fundraiser for Frederick Rescue Mission
Saturday, Aug. 6 - 2 to 8 p.m.
Potters' Guild Gallery
14 S. Market St.
Frederick, Md.
Attendees will receive a handmade bowl and ice cream, listen to live music and hear about the Frederick Rescue Mission. $20; $10, ages 12 and younger. Purchase tickets in advance at www.pottersguildoffrederick.com or visit the gallery.
MUSIC
Jill Fulton Band
Saturday, Aug. 6 - 8 to 11 p.m.
Greencastle Old Home Week
Opening Night on the Square
Greencastle, Pa.
Red Heifer Winery Summer Music Series
Saturday, Aug. 6 - 4 to 6 p.m.
Red Heifer Winery
12840 Red Heifer Winery Lane
Smithsburg
Sammy Krimstein will perform. For ages 21 and older. Call 301-824-5210 or go to Redheiferwinery.com.
Shafer Park Summer Concert Series
Saturday, Aug. 6 - 7 p.m.
Shafer Park
37 Park Drive
Boonsboro
Generations Apart will perform.
Gabe Matthews
Saturday, Aug. 6 - 1 to 4 p.m.
Big Cork Vineyards
4236 Main St.
Rohrersville
Live music. Call 301-302-8032 or go to www.bigcorkvineyards.com/.
Nighthawks
Saturday, Aug. 6 - 5:30 p.m.
Berkeley Springs State Park
2 S. Washington St.
Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
Blues, soul and roots music. Rain site is The Ice House, corner of Independence and Mercer streets. Free. Call 304-258-2300 or go to Macicehouse.org.
Sunday, Aug. 7
FAMILY
Community Block Party
Sunday, Aug. 7 - 1 to 4 p.m.
The Hagerstown Seventh-day Adventist Church
11507 Robinwood Drive
Hagerstown
Activities will include food, face painting, a dunk tank, an obstacle course, bounce house and live music. Bring a towel and swimsuit for the mega Slip N' Slide. Bring chairs or blankets. Free. Call 301-733-4411 or email office@hagerstownadventist.org.
FUNDRAISER
Wishmakers on Campus Car Wash
Sunday, Aug. 7 - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Domino's Pizza
Martinsburg Pike
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Shepherd University's Wishmakers on Campus will wash cars to raise money for its second Make-A-Wish child. Car washes are offered by donation. Donate in person or online at tinyurl.com/yc6znfws.
MUSIC
Daystar
Sunday, Aug. 7 - 7 to 8 p.m.
Chambersburg Memorial Park Kiwanis Bandshell
1 Washabaugh Way
Chambersburg, Pa.
Traditional gospel music. Bring chairs or blankets. Free. Go to http://www.borough.chambersburg.pa.us/rec_dep/memorial.php. Call 717-261-3275.
Pen Mar Dance Concerts
Sunday, Aug. 7 - 2 to 5 p.m.
Pen Mar Park
14600 Pen Mar Road
Cascade
Andy Angel Quartet will perform. Call 240-313-2807.
Red Heifer Winery Summer Music Series
Sunday, Aug. 7 - 4 to 6 p.m.
Red Heifer Winery
12840 Red Heifer Winery Lane
Smithsburg
Prophets of the Abstract Truth will perform. For ages 21 and older. Call 301-824-5210 or go to Redheiferwinery.com.
Alex Barnett
Sunday, Aug. 7 - 1 to 4 p.m.
Big Cork Vineyards
4236 Main St.
Rohrersville
Classical guitar music. Call 301-302-8032 or go to www.bigcorkvineyards.com.
Stoney Creek
Sunday, Aug. 7 - 1 to 4 p.m.
Red Run Park
12143 Buchanan Trail East
Waynesboro, Pa.
Bring a chair. When volunteers are available, miniature train rides will be offered Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. through August. Rides are free and donations are accepted.
Monday, Aug. 8
FAMILY
Clear Spring Volunteer Fire Co. Carnival 2022
Monday, Aug. 8, through Saturday, Aug. 13 - shows from 7 to 8 p.m. and 10 to 11 p.m.
Clear Spring Carnival Grounds
12323 Big Spring Road
Clear Spring
Entertainment includes: Monday, Aug. 8, Chad Laughlin and the Blue Ridge Rain Band; Tuesday, Aug. 9, Tuesday's Gone; Wednesday, Aug. 10, Back and Black; Thursday, Aug. 11, Caressing Steel; Friday, Aug. 12, Hair Force One; Saturday, Aug. 13, Shout at the Devil.
Drop-in Nature Programs
Monday, Aug. 8, through Thursday, Aug. 11
Evitts Run Park
504 W. Liberty St.
Charles Town, W.Va.
Hosted by Potomac Valley Audubon Society and Charles Town Library. Storytime, crafts, games and more. Monday, Aug. 8, the theme will be "Nighttime Neighbors"; learn about "Awesome Opossums" 9 a.m. or noon, and "Racoons" at 10 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 9, the theme will be "Daytime Dwellers." Learn about "Slithering Snakes" at 9 a.m. or 12:30 p.m.; and "Brilliant Birds" at 10 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 10, the theme will be "Who is in the Garden?" Learn about the "Buzz on Bees" at 9 a.m. or 12:30 p.m., and "Wiggly Worms" at 10 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 11, the theme will be "Stream Science." Meet some "Creek Critters" at 9 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.; and become a "Beaver Believer" at 10 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. Free. For information, call 681-252-1387 or email amy@potomacaudubon.org.
Nature Programs
Monday, Aug. 8, through Thursday, Aug. 11
Ambrose Park Children's Garden
25404 Mall Drive
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Storytime, crafts, games and more. For ages 3 and older. Monday, Aug. 8, informal activities from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; drop in at any time to explore the garden and enjoy a variety of activity stations. Tuesday, Aug. 9, the theme will be "Daytime Dwellers." Learn about "Slithering Snakes," 9 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. and "Garden Helpers: Ladybugs!" at 10 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 10, "We are the Gardeners" at 9 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. and "Garden Helpers: Pollinators" at 10 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 11, learn why "Plants Can't Sit Still" at 9 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. and about "Wiggly Worms" at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Sponsored by Potomac Valley Audubon Society and Martinsburg-Berkeley Parks and Recreation. Call 681-252-1387 or email amy@potomacaudubon.org.
HEALTH
August Wellness Walk
Tuesday, Aug. 8 - 10 a.m. to noon
Blue Ridge Center for Environmental Stewardship
11661 Harpers Ferry Road
Hillsboro, Va.
Potomac Valley Audubon Society will lead its August Wellness walk at Blue Ridge Center for Environmental Stewardship. The planned walk is about 1.2 miles long with additional side trails if desired. Free and open to the public, registration is required. For information and to register, go to https://www.potomacaudubon.org/event/wellness-walk-at-blue-ridge-center-for-environmental-stewardship/. Parking is limited.
MUSIC
David King and the Spin Outs
Monday, Aug. 8 - 7 p.m.
Green Grove Gardens
1032 Buchanan Trail East
Greencastle, Pa.
Featuring the music of Elvis. VIP tickets, $35; Moody Blue tickets, $30; All Shook Up tickets, $28. For tickets, call 717-597-5460.
Tuesday, Aug. 9
FAMILY
Clear Spring Volunteer Fire Co. Carnival 2022
Continues through Saturday, Aug. 13 - shows from 7 to 8 p.m. and 10 to 11 p.m.
Clear Spring Carnival Grounds
12323 Big Spring Road
Clear Spring
Entertainment includes: Tuesday, Aug. 9, Tuesday's Gone; Wednesday, Aug. 10, Back and Black; Thursday, Aug. 11, Caressing Steel; Friday, Aug. 12, Hair Force One; Saturday, Aug. 13, Shout at the Devil.
'Insect Safari' and 'Spider Verse'
Tuesday, Aug. 9
Cool Spring Preserve
1469 Lloyd Road
Charles Town, W.Va.
"Insect Safari" will be presented from 7 to 8 p.m. and will cover basic information. Observe insects around the preserve and find out what makes an insect an insect, and more. "Spider Verse" from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. will discuss why spiders often get a bad rap, and how they are superheroes. Following the program, everyone will go out with flashlights onto the preserve in search of them. Bring insect field guides and apps on your phone. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring drinking water and insect repellent. Allen Miller will lead the programs. Meet at the back patio of the Nature Center. Registration is free, but required. www.potomacaudubon.org/event/insect-safari-at-cool-spring-preserve/; Spider Verse: https://www.potomacaudubon.org/event/spider-verse-at-cool-spring-preserve/. Call 681-252-1387.
Wednesday, Aug. 10
CLASS
The Art of Meditation and Yoga
Wednesdays, Aug. 10, 17 and 31
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts Atrium
401 Museum Drive
City Park
Hagerstown
The instructor will be Christa Angelo. To register, go to WCMFA.org/the-art-of-meditation-and-yoga.
FAMILY
Clear Spring Volunteer Fire Co. Carnival 2022
Continues through Saturday, Aug. 13 - shows from 7 to 8 p.m. and 10 to 11 p.m.
Clear Spring Carnival Grounds
12323 Big Spring Road
Clear Spring
Entertainment includes: Wednesday, Aug. 10, Back and Black; Thursday, Aug. 11, Caressing Steel; Friday, Aug. 12, Hair Force One; Saturday, Aug. 13, Shout at the Devil.
Thursday, Aug. 11
FAMILY
Clear Spring Volunteer Fire Co. Carnival 2022
Continues through Saturday, Aug. 13 - shows from 7 to 8 p.m. and 10 to 11 p.m.
Clear Spring Carnival Grounds
12323 Big Spring Road
Clear Spring
Entertainment includes: Thursday, Aug. 11, Caressing Steel; Friday, Aug. 12, Hair Force One; Saturday, Aug. 13, Shout at the Devil.
HEALTH
Health and Wellness Fest
Thursday, Aug. 11 - 4:30 to 7 p.m.
Family Healthcare of Hagerstown
201 S. Cleveland Ave.
Hagerstown
About 35 organizations will come together to offer free health screenings and wellness information, food and giveaways for all ages. Toys for children and books for all ages will be available free while supplies last. Activities also will be available. Call 301-745-3777, ext. 1097.
MUSIC
Shippensburg Town Band
Thursday, Aug. 11 - 7 to 8 p.m.
Chambersburg Memorial Park Kiwanis Bandshell
1 Washabaugh Way
Chambersburg, Pa.
Classic, pop, marches and modern tunes. Bring chairs or blankets. Free. Go to http://www.borough.chambersburg.pa.us/rec_dep/memorial.php. Call 717-261-3275.
2022 Toni Saylor Summer Concert Series
Thursday, Aug. 11 - 7 to 8:30 p.m.
War Memorial Park
500 N. Tennessee Ave.
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Cazhmiere will perform. Go to mbcparks-rec.org.
Audubon Society Summer Concerts
Thursday, Aug. 11 - 6 to 7 p.m.
Cool Spring Nature Preserve Natural Amphitheater
1469 Lloyd Road
Charles Town, W.Va.
The Dilettantes will perform. Picnic tables and benches will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Attendees are invited to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Call 681-252-1387 or go to www.potomacaudubon.org.
Friday, Aug. 12
FAMILY
Clear Spring Volunteer Fire Co. Carnival 2022
Continues through Saturday, Aug. 13 - shows from 7 to 8 p.m. and 10 to 11 p.m.
Clear Spring Carnival Grounds
12323 Big Spring Road
Clear Spring
Entertainment: Friday, Aug. 12, Hair Force One; Saturday, Aug. 13, Shout at the Devil.
Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum
Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays - 1 to 5 p.m.
Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum
296 S. Burnans Blvd., U.S. 11
Hagerstown
Thomas the Tank Engine layouts, O three-rail interactive layout and Midwood Junction layout, O-scale two-rail and HO-scale layouts, historic photo and document display, railroad artifacts and more. $6; $1, for children ages 4 through 16; free for children 3 and younger . Call 301-739-4665 or go to www.roundhouse.org.
LECTURE
Culture & Cocktails: Maryland's Appalachian Highlands
Friday, Aug. 12 - 6 to 8 p.m.
Via Zoom only
Miller House Museum
135 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
Tim Rowland will discuss his 2009 book, "Maryland's Appalachian Highlands: Massacres, Moonshine and Mountaineering." The featured cocktail will be The Black-Eyed Susan. The discussion will be via Zoom accessed from the Miller House or from your home. Hosted by Washington County Historical Society. $15 plus fee; $10 members plus fee; zoom admission $5 plus fee. For tickets, go to https://tinyurl.com/yn62yxkz
MUSIC
Sharif
Friday, Aug. 12 - 5 to 8 p.m.
Big Cork Vineyards
4236 Main St.
Rohrersville
Call 301-302-8032 or go to www.bigcorkvineyards.com/.
ONSTAGE
Jon Lovitz
Friday, Aug. 12 - 8 p.m.
Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races
750 Hollywood Drive
Charles Town, W.Va.
Stand-up comedy. Tickets cost $25 to $50. For tickets, go to www.hollywoodcasinocharlestown.com/entertainment/event-center.
OUTDOORS
Moonlight Hike
Friday, Aug. 12 - 8 to 9:30 p.m.
Cool Spring Preserve
1469 Lloyd Road
Charles Town, W.Va.
Wear comfortable walking shoes. If it's rainy, the trails might be wet and muddy in spots. Bring insect repellant, drinking water and a flashlight. Registration is free but required. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/moonlight-hike-at-cool-spring-preserve.
Saturday, Aug. 13
Family Fun Workshop: Make Your Own Clock
Saturdays in August - 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Miller House Museum and Garden
135 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
Know what time it is with this fun workshop and go home with your own learning version of a clock. Call 301-797-8782 or go to Washcohistory.org.
Back to School Block Party
Saturday, Aug. 13 - 3 to 5 p.m.
Zion Reformed United Church of Christ
201 N. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Food, games, popcorn, cotton candy, snow cones and school supplies for all the kids. Call 301-739-7244 or go to www.zionreformed.church.
Leitersburg Peach Festival
Saturday, Aug. 13, and Sunday, Aug. 14 - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; 5k race at 8 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 14
Leitersburg Ruritan Park
21427 Leiter St.
Hagerstown
A festival to celebrate the peach agricultural heritage of Washington County's orchards. Food will be sold, including homemade peach cobbler, peach pies, peach ice cream. Pony rides for a fee; barrel train and climbing wall, free, donations accepted; 5K run-walk on Sunday morning, craft vendors and raffle. Free live music featuring local musicians: Saturday, Elly Cook, 10 a.m. to noon; Elisa Shaw, 1 to 2 p.m.; Charity Parrott. Sunday: Kevin Booth, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; The Lowe Road, 2 to 4 p.m. Irish fiddle player Keith Engle will stroll the grounds. Live chain saw carving and blacksmith demonstration. The volunteer fire department conducts a boot donation drive. Donations will be accepted for the fire department. Free parking.
Relics Display Day
Saturday, Aug. 13 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Monterey Pass Battlefield
14325 Buchanan Trail East
Waynesboro, Pa.
Go to Montereypassbattlefield.org or go to Facebook.com/montereypass.
Newcomer House Porch Program: Three Farm Museums
Saturday, Aug. 13 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Newcomer House
18422 Shepherdstown Pike
Keedysville
Representatives from Washington County Rural Heritage Museum near Boonsboro, Frederick County Farm Museum at Rose Hill Manor Park and Carroll County Farm Museum in Westminster will be on-site throughout the day. For information, email emily@heartofthecivilwar.org.
MUSIC
Summer Concert Series with Twisted Bluez Band
Saturday, Aug. 13 - 7 to 9 p.m.
Main Street Park
Main Street
Waynesboro, Pa.
Go to Artsalliancegw.org.
Sweet Something
Saturday, Aug. 13 - 1 to 4 p.m.
Big Cork Vineyards
4236 Main St.
Rohrersville
Call 301-302-8032 or go to www.bigcorkvineyards.com/.
Red Heifer Winery Summer Music Series
Saturday, Aug. 13 - 4 to 6 p.m.
Red Heifer Winery
12840 Red Heifer Winery Lane
Smithsburg
Leo DiSanto will perform. For ages 21 and older. Call 301-824-5210 or go to Redheiferwinery.com.
Shafer Park Summer Concert Series
Saturday, Aug. 13 - 7 p.m.
Shafer Park
37 Park Drive
Boonsboro
Dino Delray and Cooking with Fire will perform.
OUTDOORS
'A Swift Night Out'
Saturday, Aug. 13 - 7:30 p.m.
Chimney Swift Tower
Off University Drive near Dunlop Hall
Shepherd University
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Five stations will be set up with information about chimney swifts. After visiting all the stations, participants will receive a swift treat. Visitors will then proceed to downtown Shepherdstown to meet volunteers scouting out the swift roosting location for the event. Participants should park in Shepherd University's H Lot parking area off University Drive, located a short walk from the Chimney Swift Tower. Registration is not required but is appreciated. Email katelyn@potomacaudubon.org.
SHOPPING
City of Hagerstown Parks & Rec Community Yard Sale
Saturday, Aug. 13 - 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fairgrounds Park
521 N. Cannon Ave.
Hagerstown
Shop for bargains.
Sunday, Aug. 14
FAMILY
'Allure' Community Day
Sunday, Aug. 14 - 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive
Hagerstown
An event celebrating "Allure of the Near East: Treasures of the Huntington Museum of Art exhibition. Activities begin at 1 p.m. with an interfaith discussion about the objects in the gallery; from 2 to 4 p.m., learn about the sitar and enjoy live performances and demonstrations by Sitar Niketan; at 2:30 p.m. join Museum Director Sarah J. Hall in the galleries for a Director's Highlights Tour. Throughout the day, kids can create and take home a Near Eastern-inspired art project with Samir Razzak. Free; registration is not required. Call 301-739-5727 or go to wcmfa.org/.
MUSIC
Drew Adams
Sunday, Aug. 14 - 1 to 4 p.m.
Big Cork Vineyards
4236 Main St.
Rohrersville
Call 301-302-8032 or go to www.bigcorkvineyards.com/.
Pen Mar Dance Concerts
Sunday, Aug. 14 - 2 to 5 p.m.
Pen Mar Park
14600 Pen Mar Road
Cascade
Just Us will perform. Call 240-313-2807.
Iron Ridge
Sunday, Aug. 14 - 1 to 4 p.m.
Red Run Park
12143 Buchanan Trail East
Waynesboro, Pa.
Bring a chair. When volunteers are available, miniature train rides will be offered Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. through August. Rides are free and donations are accepted.
Red Heifer Winery Summer Music Series
Sunday, Aug. 14 - 4 to 6 p.m.
Red Heifer Winery
12840 Red Heifer Winery Lane
Smithsburg
Ted Casper will perform. For ages 21 and older. Call 301-824-5210 or go to Redheiferwinery.com.
Eastern Gate & Nevin Crum Band
Sunday, Aug. 14 - 7 to 8 p.m.
Chambersburg Memorial Park Kiwanis Bandshell
1 Washabaugh Way
Chambersburg, Pa.
Country gospel. Bring chairs or blankets. Free. Go to http://www.borough.chambersburg.pa.us/rec_dep/memorial.php. Call 717-261-3275.
This article originally appeared on The Herald-Mail: Activities for families and those of all ages around Hagerstown, Md.
