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Community Calendar
01/12-04/ 06 '09- Genteel Tradition Exhibition Jan. 12-April 6- Genteel Tradition Exhibition. Museum hours. Washington County Museum of Fine Arts. Hagerstown City Park. 301-739-5727. www.wcmfa.org.
Date: 1/12/2008 01/27- 04/16 '09- Let there be Peace on Earth Find out how in this 8 week free discussion group, promoting peace in our daily lives, conversations, relationships and on Mother Earth, through spiritual awakening.
Sundays begining Jan. 27-April 16 2:30-3p.m.
Community Room at the Valley Mall, across from HCC class rooms Date: 1/27/2008 02/16-04/ 6 '09- New Designs in Fiber Arts Exhibition Feb. 16-April 6- New Designs in Fiber Arts Exhibition. Museum hours. Washington County Museum of Fine Arts. Hagerstown City Park. 301-739-5727. www.wcmfa.org.
Date: 2/16/2008 02/2-04/20 '09- Moonlight & Roses Exhibition Feb. 2-April 20- Moonlight & Roses Exhibition. Museum hours. Washington County Museum of Fine Arts. Hagerstown City Park. 301-739-5727. www.wcmfa.org. Date: 2/2/2008 02/23 '09- Daniel Narducci Concert Feb. 23, '09- Daniel Narducci Concert. Baritone. Hagerstown Community Concert. 7:30pm. Maryland Theatre. Memberships- $40/adults; $15/students, $50/family. Single tickets- $20 at door. 301-582-2734. Date: 2/23/2009 04/30 '09- Pianafiddle. Hagerstown Community Concert April 30, '09- Pianafiddle. Hagerstown Community Concert. 7:30pm. Maryland Theatre. Memberships- $40/adults; $15/students, $50/family. Single tickets- $20 at door. 301-582-2734. Date: 4/30/2009 05/24-08/17- Pastels from the Permanent Collection May 24-August 17- Pastels from the Permanent Collection. Museum hours. Washington County Museum of Fine Arts. City Park, Hagerstown. 301-739-5727. www.wcmfa.org.
Date: 5/24/2008 07/0 7-08/08- Hooked on Fishing July 7-Aug. 8- Hooked on Fishing. Greenbrier State Park. 21843 National Pike. Boonsboro. The Hooked on Fishing clinics for children ages 8-15 will run for 5 weeks beginning July 7 and ending August 8. The morning sessions begin at 8am and end at 11am. The afternoon sessions begin at 12 Noon and end at 3pm. $15 fee/each child. Registration open April 7. dnr.state.md.us/education/hofnod.html Date: 7/7/2008 07/01-13- The Underpants July 1-13- The Underpants. Steve Martin’s Adaptation; A play by Carl Sternheim. Totem Pole Playhouse. Comedian/actor Steve Martin applies his ‘wild and crazy’ comic genius to this farce with hilarious results. 1-888-805-7056 or 717-352-2164. Date: 7/1/2008 07/04- Fireworks at Fairgrounds Park July 4- Fireworks at Fairgrounds Park. Entertainment- 6pm. Fireworks- 9:30pm. Fairgrounds Park, Cleveland Avenue 1/2 mile north of Dual Hwy, Hagerstown.
Date: 7/4/2008 07/04- Free Fishing Day July 4- Free Fishing Day. Greenbrier State Park. 21843 National Pike. Boonsboro. Anyone can fish in Maryland’s freshwaters without a fishing license these days only. Date: 7/4/2008 07/05- Maryland Symphony Orchestra 17th Annual Salute to Independence July 5- Maryland Symphony Orchestra 17th Annual Salute to Independence. 7:30pm. Antietam National Battlefield. Light classical and patriotic music, complete with cannon fire and fireworks. 301-797-4000. Date: 7/5/2008 07/05- Saturday Plus July 5- Saturday Plus. 2pm. Discovery Station, downtown Hagerstown. This weekly program provides fun and learning for all ages. Events include “The Birds of Washington County,” the popular “Reptile Man” and a number of historic presentations. For a complete list of events, visit online.
Time: 2 p.m. www.discoverystation.org.
Date: 7/5/2008 07/06- Independence Day Celebration July 6- Independence Day Celebration. 5pm. Schafer Park, Boonsboro. Enjoy music, activities and food followed by a spectacular fireworks display at dusk. Date: 7/6/2008 07/06- North Gallery Exhibit by Valley Art Association member Sue Bell July 6- North Gallery Exhibit by Valley Art Association member Sue Bell. Reception 2-4pm. Mansion House. Hagerstown City Park. 301-797-6813. Date: 7/6/2008 07/06, 13, 20, 27- City Park Concert Series July 6, 13, 20, 27- City Park Concert Series. Hagerstown Municipal Band. 7:30pm. Peter Buys Band Shell. Hagerstown City Park. 301-739-8577 x169. Date: 7/6/2008 07/07-08/08- Hooked on Fishing July 7-Aug. 8- Hooked on Fishing. Greenbrier State Park. 21843 National Pike. Boonsboro. The Hooked on Fishing clinics for children ages 8-15 will run for 5 weeks beginning July 7 and ending August 8. The morning sessions begin at 8am and end at 11am. The afternoon sessions begin at 12 Noon and end at 3pm. $15 fee/each child. Registration open April 7. dnr.state.md.us/education/hofnod.html Date: 7/7/2008 07/08- Open Mic July 8- Open Mic. 6:30-9pm. Port City Java. 1551 Potomac Ave. Hagerstown. Piano & Poetry. Talented local poets & musicians perform. All ages welcome. 301-790-5040. Date: 7/8/2008 07/09- For His Glory in Concert 07/09- For His Glory in Concert. Gospel in the Park. Hagerstown City Park Bandsell. 7-9pm. Free and open to the public. Date: 7/9/2008 07/12 & 13- Civil War Encampment at Rose Hill Manor Park July 12 & 13- Civil War Encampment at Rose Hill Manor Park. Frederick. Sat.- 10am-4pm; Sun.- 10am-3pm. Civil War living history encampment, demonstrations, skirmish, food, manor tours, and children’s activities. 301-600-1650. Date: 7/12/2008 07/12- Pro Wresting Match July 12- Pro Wresting Match. 6pm. All Star Karate & Kickboxing. Outdoor event. Stadium Tavern is hosting a BBQ food cart with a full line of concessions. Tickets: 301-733-1900, 301-739-3048. HqNWL@aol.com. Date: 7/12/2008 07/12-07/15- C&O Canal Bicycle Tour July 12-15- C&O Canal Bicycle Tour. Cumberland, Md. to Georgetown in Washington, D.C. Enjoy a ride at your own pace with no hills, headwinds or cars. Ride for the weekend or for the full four-day, 200-mile trek to benefit San Mar Children’s Home. This well-organized fund-raiser includes plenty of food and lots of support. Visit online for more information and to register. www.tgbt.org Date: 7/12/2008 07/13- Concert- The Rolling Covotes July 13- Concert- The Rolling Covotes. 2:30pm. Washington County Museum of Fine Arts. City Park, Hagerstown. Folk/country music. 301-739-5727. www.wcmfa.org. Date: 7/13/2008 07/13- Hagerstown’s own New Horizon’s Band July 13– Hagerstown’s own New Horizon’s Band. 4pm. HCC’s Alumni Amphitheater. HCC’s Red, White, and Blue Summer Concert. Country music. Free and open to the public. 301-790-2800, ext. 346. Date: 7/13/2008 07/13- Sunday in the Garden – Washington County Rural Heritage Museum July 13- Sunday in the Garden – Washington County Rural Heritage Museum. Discover the German Four Square Garden and the techniques for gardening 200 years ago. 240-313-2839. www.ruralheritagemuseum.org. Date: 7/13/2008 07/13- The Holders July 13- The Holders. Pen Mark Concert. Dance Pavilion is the site of Sunday afternoon dances with live big band era ballroom music. Date: 7/13/2008 07/15- Open Mic July 15- Open Mic. 6:30-9pm. Port City Java. 1551 Potomac Ave. Hagerstown. Piano & Poetry. Talented local poets & musicians perform. All ages welcome. 301-790-5040. Date: 7/15/2008 07/15-27- Bell, Book and Candle by John Van Druten July 15-27- Bell, Book and Candle by John Van Druten. Totem Pole Playhouse. Before Bewitched and Harry Potter, this stylish romantic comedy was a big screen favorite starring Jimmy Stewart and Kim Novak. 1-888-805-7056 or 717-352-2164. Date: 7/15/2008 07/16- Souled Out in Concert 07/16- Souled Out in Concert. Gospel in the Park. Hagerstown City Park Bandsell. 7-9pm. Free and open to the public. Date: 7/16/2008 07/17- Launched into Eternity July 17- Launched into Eternity. 7pm. Jonathan Hager House & Museum. City Park in Hagerstown. Come learn about Hagerstown's and our neighboring states infamous criminals of the 18th and 19th century and the sensational reporting of their demises. Free. www.hagerhouse.org. 301-739-8393. Date: 7/17/2008 07/18- The 307th U.S. Army Reserve Band July 18– The 307th U.S. Army Reserve Band. 6:30pm. HCC’s Alumni Amphitheater. HCC’s Red, White, and Blue Summer Concert. Country music. Free and open to the public. 301-790-2800, ext. 346. Date: 7/18/2008 07/18-25- Washington County Ag Expo July 18-25- Washington County Ag Expo. Washington County Agricultural Education Center. 10am-10pm. “County Fair” to include livestock shows, rodeo, tractor pulls, good food, great fun for the whole family. 301-739-1960. 301-432-1404. Date: 7/18/2008 07/19- Hugh Brandenburg, Bird Photographer July 19- Hugh Brandenburg, Bird Photographer – “The Birds of Washington County”. 2:00pm. Discovery Station. 101 W. Washington Street, Hagerstown. 301-790-0076. discoverystation.org. Date: 7/19/2008 07/19-20- Battle of Funkstown Reenactment July 19-20- Battle of Funkstown Reenactment. Funkstown Community Park. 10am until dark each day. Street battle on Sat. morning, a dance Sat. night & a Sun. morning church service at 10am. The battles will take place at 2pm both days. 301-393-8753. Date: 7/19/2008 07/20- Jim Powers at the Yamaha Organ July 20- Jim Powers at the Yamaha Organ. Pen Mark Concert. Dance Pavilion is the site of Sunday afternoon dances with live big band era ballroom music. Date: 7/20/2008 07/21-25- Heritage Crafts for Youth July 21-25- Heritage Crafts for Youth. (Times to be confirmed). Renfrew Institute for Cultural and Environmental Studies, 1010 E. Main St., Waynesboro. A variety of craft workshops for youth ages 8-18. Each workshop will feature a craft skill common to past generations and participants will use that skill to “make and take home” a product. Registration required. 717-762-0373. renfrewinst@innernet.net. Date: 7/21/2008 07/22- Open Mic July 22- Open Mic. 6:30-9pm. Port City Java. 1551 Potomac Ave. Hagerstown. Piano & Poetry. Talented local poets & musicians perform. All ages welcome. 301-790-5040. Date: 7/22/2008 07/23- Randy Simpson in Concert 07/23- Randy Simpson in Concert. Gospel in the Park. Hagerstown City Park Bandsell. 7-9pm. Free and open to the public. Date: 7/23/2008 07/26- Blue Sky Mission Club playing at Hempen Hill BBQ July 26- Blue Sky Mission Club playing at Hempen Hill BBQ. North End, Hagerstown. 9pm. Date: 7/26/2008 07/26- Concerts on the Hill July 26- Concerts on the Hill. 6:30pm. St. Ann Catholic Church, 1525 Oak Hill Ave., Hagerstown. Brass Express performs as part of this yearlong outdoor concert series on the church grounds. 301-733-0410. Date: 7/26/2008 07/27- Concert- Music from Shepherd July 27- Concert- Music from Shepherd. 2:30pm. Washington County Museum of Fine Arts. City Park, Hagerstown. Faculty recital. 301-739-5727. www.wcmfa.org. Date: 7/27/2008 07/27- Spectrum July 27- Spectrum. Pen Mark Concert. Dance Pavilion is the site of Sunday afternoon dances with live big band era ballroom music.
Date: 7/27/2008 07/28- 08/2- Clear Spring Carnival July 28-Aug. 2- Clear Spring Carnival. Carnival grounds. Sponsored by the Clear Spring Volunteer Fire Company. Food, rides, amusements, free nightly entertainment. 301-842-3775. Date: 7/28/2008 07/28-Aug. 2- Clear Spring Carnival July 28-Aug. 2- Clear Spring Carnival. Carnival grounds. Sponsored by the Clear Spring Volunteer Fire Company. Food, rides, amusements, free nightly entertainment. 301-842-3775. Date: 7/28/2008 07/29- Open Mic July 29- Open Mic. 6:30-9pm. Port City Java. 1551 Potomac Ave. Hagerstown. Piano & Poetry. Talented local poets & musicians perform. All ages welcome. 301-790-5040. Date: 7/29/2008 07/29-Aug. 10- Oatmeal & Kisses starring Wil Love July 29-Aug. 10- Oatmeal & Kisses starring Wil Love. By Murray Schisgal. Totem Pole Playhouse. Stamped with zaniness, this romantic comedy targets diet, nutrition and modern exercise fitness programs. 1-888-805-7056 or 717-352-2164. Date: 7/29/2008 07/30- Heaveners in Concert 07/30- Heaveners in Concert. Gospel in the Park. Hagerstown City Park Bandsell. 7-9pm. Free and open to the public. Date: 7/30/2008 07-17- Beer Tasting Festival July 17- Beer Tasting Festival. 6pm. Municipal Stadium, 274 E. Memorial Blvd., Hagerstown. The Hagerstown Suns will hold their fourth annual Beer Tasting Festival at Municipal Stadium. Enjoy live music and sample beers from over 25 regional breweries. Previous participating breweries have included Dogfish Head Craft Brewed Ales, Wild Goose Brewery and Erie Brewing Company. Must be 21 or older. ... Date: 7/17/2008 08/02- Summer Festival 4th Annual Summer Festival at Fahrney-Keedy Home & Village in Boonsboro, MD Date: 8/2/2008 08/02- Summer Festival Aug. 2- Summer Festival. 9am-3pm. Fahrney Keedy Home & Village, Rt. 66 - Mapleville Road, Boonsboro. Children's games, crafts, and a water park, as well as the magic of Dean Burkett at 11am and 1pm. Try for a $250 cash prize in the Landmark Search from 9am to 1pm. Enjoy food and bake sale items, arts and crafts vendors and a petting zoo. And don't miss the Classic Car Cruise-in! Free parking, free... Date: 8/2/2008 08/03- North Gallery Exhibit by Valley Art Association member Donna Mitchell Aug. 3- North Gallery Exhibit by Valley Art Association member Donna Mitchell. Reception 2-4pm. Mansion House. Hagerstown City Park. 301-797-6813. Date: 8/3/2008 08/03- The Andy Angel Quartet Aug. 3- The Andy Angel Quartet. Pen Mark Concert. Dance Pavilion is the site of Sunday afternoon dances with live big band era ballroom music. Date: 8/3/2008 08/03, 10, 17, 24, 31- City Park Concert Series Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31- City Park Concert Series. Hagerstown Municipal Band. 7:30pm. Peter Buys Band Shell. Hagerstown City Park. 301-739-8577 x169. Date: 8/3/2008 08/05- Open Mic Aug. 5- Open Mic. 6:30-9pm. Port City Java. 1551 Potomac Ave. Hagerstown. Piano & Poetry. Talented local poets & musicians perform. All ages welcome. 301-790-5040. Date: 8/5/2008 08/06- By Faith Ministries/Harry Ryan in Concert 08/06- By Faith Ministries/Harry Ryan in Concert. Gospel in the Park. Hagerstown City Park Bandsell. 7-9pm. Free and open to the public. Date: 8/6/2008 08/09- Colonial Family Fun Day Aug. 9- Colonial Family Fun Day. 1pm-4pm. Jonathan Hager House & Museum. City Park in Hagerstown. Come participate in our first ever day of Colonial Games for families. Learn about the pastimes of families on the frontier and compete against other families in a fun filled field day. Registration required. Entry fee $10 per family (1-2 ... Date: 8/9/2008 08/09- Cumberland Valley Century Aug. 9- Cumberland Valley Century. 7am-5pm. San Mar Children’s Home, 8504 Mapleville Rd, Clear Spring. Cycle on 25, 65, and 101 mile routes on the low-traffic roads of Washington County. 301-797-1235. www.bikecvcc.com. Date: 8/9/2008 08/09- Walnut Street Community Health Center's 5th annual Fair Aug. 9- Walnut Street Community Health Center's 5th annual Fair. Rain or Shine. Free Health Screenings. Community Agencies Info & Giveaways, Free Refreshments, popcorn, and drinks. Free Balloons/Face Painting, Door Prizes. Come join us for a great day of fun! Date: 8/9/2008 08/09-10- Peach Fest. Leitersburg Ruritan Community Park Aug. 9-10- Peach Fest. Leitersburg Ruritan Community Park. Sat. 10am-5pm; Sun. Noon-5pm. Featuring peach pie and ice cream quality crafts, country/bluegrass entertainment, antique tractors and wagons, pony rides, petting zoo, horse and wagon rides, pie contest, quilt raffle, and other foods. 301-797-1335. Date: 8/9/2008 08/10- Fancy Brass Aug. 10- Fancy Brass. Pen Mark Concert. Dance Pavilion is the site of Sunday afternoon dances with live big band era ballroom music. Date: 8/10/2008 08/10- Sunday in the Garden Aug. 10- Sunday in the Garden. 1-4pm. Washington County Rural Heritage Museum. Discover the German Four Square Garden style and learn 200-year-old gardening practices. Village and Homestead will be open. 240-313-2839. www.ruralheritagemuseum.org. Date: 8/10/2008 08/10- The U.S. Army Material Command Band Aug. 10– The U.S. Army Material Command Band. 4pm. 4pm. HCC’s Alumni Amphitheater. HCC’s Red, White, and Blue Summer Concert. Country music. Free and open to the public. 301-790-2800, ext. 346. Date: 8/10/2008 08/12- Open Mic Aug. 12- Open Mic. 6:30-9pm. Port City Java. 1551 Potomac Ave. Hagerstown. Piano & Poetry. Talented local poets & musicians perform. All ages welcome. 301-790-5040. Date: 8/12/2008 08/12-08/16- Free Children’s Art Workshops Aug. 12-16- Free Children’s Art Workshops. 10am-noon & 1-3pm. Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, Hagerstown City Park. Instructors introduce their own specialized art medium to children ages 6–12 in classes like “Kool Aid Dyed Silk Scarves,” “Printmaking with Nature” and “Drawing Cartoon Animals.” Registration required. 301-739-5727. www.wcfma.org. Date: 8/12/2008 08/12-24- The Taffetas August 12-24- The Taffetas. Conceived by Rick Lewis. Totem Pole Playhouse. A musical tribute to the girl groups of the 1950’s including the McGuire Sisters, The Fountaine Sisters and The Chordettes. 1-888-805-7056 or 717-352-2164. Date: 8/12/2008 08/13- Forgiven in Concert 08/13- Forgiven in Concert. Gospel in the Park. Hagerstown City Park Bandsell. 7-9pm. Free and open to the public. Date: 8/13/2008 08/16-09/28- 76th Annual Cumberland Valley Artists Exhibition August 16-September 28- 76th Annual Cumberland Valley Artists Exhibition. Museum hours. Washington County Museum of Fine Arts. City Park, Hagerstown. Juries exhibition of current works by local amateur and professional artists. 301-739-5727. www.wcmfa.org. Date: 8/16/2008 08/16-17- Fairplay Days Aug. 16-17- Fairplay Days. 12noon. Tilghmanton Woods. Whether your interest is simply horses, history or a bit of romance, enjoy great food, crafts, jousting tournament. Classic car show. Free. 301-223-6474. Date: 8/16/2008 08/16-17- Garrison Weekend – Joshua Beall’s Maryland Company Aug. 16-17- Garrison Weekend – Joshua Beall’s Maryland Company. 10am-4pm. Garrison of the fort, perform living history demos and explain the life of soldiers during the French and Indian War. Fort Frederick State Park. 301-842-2155. www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/western/fortfrederick.html. Date: 8/16/2008 08/17- Rose Hill Day Aug. 17- Rose Hill Day. 10am-4pm. Rose Hill Manor Park. Frederick. Ice cream, old-fashioned games, crafts. Tour the manor house and view more than 150 antique and classic cars and trucks. 301-600-1650. www.rosehillmuseum.com. Date: 8/17/2008 08/17- The Dave Winter Group Aug. 17- The Dave Winter Group. Pen Mark Concert. Dance Pavilion is the site of Sunday afternoon dances with live big band era ballroom music. Date: 8/17/2008 08/17- The U.S. Navy Cruisers Aug. 17– The U.S. Navy Cruisers. 4pm. 4pm. HCC’s Alumni Amphitheater. HCC’s Red, White, and Blue Summer Concert. Country music. Free and open to the public. 301-790-2800, ext. 346. Date: 8/17/2008 08/19- Open Mic Aug. 19- Open Mic. 6:30-9pm. Port City Java. 1551 Potomac Ave. Hagerstown. Piano & Poetry. Talented local poets & musicians perform. All ages welcome. 301-790-5040. Date: 8/19/2008 08/20- Masters Four in Concert 08/20- Masters Four in Concert. Gospel in the Park. Hagerstown City Park Bandsell. 7-9pm. Free and open to the public. Date: 8/20/2008 08/21- Loopholes, Stockades and Blockhouses Aug. 21- Loopholes, Stockades and Blockhouses. 7pm. Jonathan Hager House & Museum. City Park in Hagerstown. Learn about the ways that settlers on the Frontier like Jonathan Hager fortified their homes. Free. www.hagerhouse.org. 301-739-8393. Date: 8/21/2008 08/22-23- Civil War Encampment Aug. 22-23- Civil War Encampment. Jonathan Hager House & Museum. City Park in Hagerstown. Reenactors from both sides of the war will be presenting a living history camp. Come and see how soldiers would bivouac during the war between the states. www.hagerhouse.org. 301-739-8393. Date: 8/22/2008 08/23 & 24- Augustoberfest Aug. 23 & 24- Augustoberfest. 11am. Hagerstown Central Lot. Featuring authentic German and American food, live entertainment and family fun. www.augustoberfest.org. Date: 8/23/2008 08/23-11/02- The Embroiderer’s Art August 23-November 2- The Embroiderer’s Art. Museum hours. Washington County Museum of Fine Arts. City Park, Hagerstown. Exhibition of fiber arts created by members of Mid-Atlantic Region of the Embroiderer’s Guild of America. 301-739-5727. www.wcmfa.org. Date: 8/23/2008 08/23-24- Williamsport Days Aug. 23-24- Williamsport Days. Byron Memorial Park. Williamsport. 10am-5pm both days. Craft and food vendors, trolley rides. Williamsport Town Hall: 301-223-7711. Date: 8/23/2008 08/24- 17th Annual Jazz Festival Aug. 24- 17th Annual Jazz Festival. 2-4pm. (Time to be determined.) Renfrew Institute for Cultural and Environmental Studies, 1010 E. Main St., Waynesboro. Top professional jazz artists will be held on the lawn behind the museum house. Rain: Waynesboro Area Middle School auditorium. Free. Open to the public. 717-762-0373. renfrewinst@innernet.net. Date: 8/24/2008 08/24- The Fort Lee U.S. Army Band Aug. 24– The Fort Lee U.S. Army Band. 4pm. 4pm. HCC’s Alumni Amphitheater. HCC’s Red, White, and Blue Summer Concert. Country music. Free and open to the public. 301-790-2800, ext. 346. Date: 8/24/2008 08/24- The Josh Tindall Orchestra Aug. 24- The Josh Tindall Orchestra. Pen Mark Concert. Dance Pavilion is the site of Sunday afternoon dances with live big band era ballroom music. Date: 8/24/2008 08/26- Open Mic Aug. 26- Open Mic. 6:30-9pm. Port City Java. 1551 Potomac Ave. Hagerstown. Piano & Poetry. Talented local poets & musicians perform. All ages welcome. 301-790-5040. Date: 8/26/2008 08/27- Kaleb Trail & Friends in Concert 08/27- Kaleb Trail & Friends in Concert. Gospel in the Park. Hagerstown City Park Bandsell. 7-9pm. Free and open to the public. Date: 8/27/2008 08/30- Maugansville Pride Days Aug. 30- Maugansville Pride Days. 9am-5pm. Maugansville Community Park. Craft and food vendors. Free parking and entertainment. 301-739-6742. Date: 8/30/2008 08/30- Spud Fest Aug. 30- Spud Fest. 10am-3pm. Washington County Heritage Museum. Homemade potato chips are the highlight of the day. 240-313-2839.
Date: 8/30/2008 08/31- The Herb Sell Quartet Aug. 31- The Herb Sell Quartet. Pen Mark Concert. Dance Pavilion is the site of Sunday afternoon dances with live big band era ballroom music. Date: 8/31/2008 09/02- Open Mic Sept. 2- Open Mic. 6:30-9pm. Port City Java. 1551 Potomac Ave. Hagerstown. Piano & Poetry. Talented local poets & musicians perform. All ages welcome. 301-790-5040. Date: 9/2/2008 09/06-07- Boonesborough Days Sept. 6-7- Boonesborough Days. 9am-5pm. Shafer Park. Boonsboro. Approx. 150 craft and food vendors and demonstrations typical of 18th & 19th century craftsmen. 301-432-5889. Date: 9/6/2008 09/07- Four Easy Pieces Sept. 7- Four Easy Pieces. Pen Mark Concert. Dance Pavilion is the site of Sunday afternoon dances with live big band era ballroom music. Date: 9/7/2008 09/07- North Gallery Exhibit by Valley Art Association member Linda Pederson Sept. 7- North Gallery Exhibit by Valley Art Association member Linda Pederson. Reception 2-4pm. Mansion House. Hagerstown City Park. 301-797-6813. Date: 9/7/2008 09/09- Open Mic Sept. 9- Open Mic. 6:30-9pm. Port City Java. 1551 Potomac Ave. Hagerstown. Piano & Poetry. Talented local poets & musicians perform. All ages welcome. 301-790-5040. Date: 9/9/2008 09/13- Canal Apple Days Sept. 13-14- Canal Apple Days. Widmeyer Park. Hancock. Hancock’s orchard history. Arts, crafts, contests, food, a parade, and live entertainment. 301-678-5900. Date: 9/13/2008 09/13-14- Antietam Anniversary Weekend Sept. 13-14- Antietam Anniversary Weekend. Pry House Field Hospital Museum. Antietam National Battlefield. Sat.-Sun.- 11am-5:30pm. Celebrate the 146th anniversary of the Battlefield of Antietam with special presentations. 301-695-1864. www.civilwarmed.org. Date: 9/13/2008 09/13-14- Autumn Arts Festival Sept. 13-14- Autumn Arts Festival. 11am-5pm. Jonathan Hager House & Museum. City Park in Hagerstown. Hagerstown’s oldest and largest crafts show with Appalachian-style music, food and House tours. Free. www.hagerhouse.org. 301-739-8393. Date: 9/13/2008 09/13-14- Sharpsburg Heritage Festival Sept. 13-14- Sharpsburg Heritage Festival. Historic town square at Main St., Sharpsburg. 9am-5pm. House tours, historic lectures, historic craft demos, farm history and historic music. Food. 301-432-4631. 301-432-8410. Date: 9/13/2008 09/14- Music by Just Us Sept. 14- Music by Just Us. Pen Mark Concert. Dance Pavilion is the site of Sunday afternoon dances with live big band era ballroom music. Date: 9/14/2008 09/16- Open Mic Sept. 16- Open Mic. 6:30-9pm. Port City Java. 1551 Potomac Ave. Hagerstown. Piano & Poetry. Talented local poets & musicians perform. All ages welcome. 301-790-5040. Date: 9/16/2008 09/20- 5th Annual Chili Cook-Off & Music Festival Sept. 20- 5th Annual Chili Cook-Off & Music Festival. Noon-5pm. Municipal Stadium. Sample 30 types of chili, while enjoying live music. 301-791-6266. Date: 9/20/2008 09/20- MSO POPS Concert Sept. 20- MSO POPS Concert. 8pm. The Maryland Theatre Symphony Orchestra presents this annual concert at the Maryland Theatre. 301-797-4000. Date: 9/20/2008 09/21- Saxy. Pen Mark Concert Sept. 21- Saxy. Pen Mark Concert. Dance Pavilion is the site of Sunday afternoon dances with live big band era ballroom music. Date: 9/21/2008 09/21- The U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command Band Sept. 21– The U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command Band. 4pm. 4pm. HCC’s Alumni Amphitheater. HCC’s Red, White, and Blue Summer Concert. Country music. Free and open to the public. 301-790-2800, ext. 346. Date: 9/21/2008 09/23- Open Mic Sept. 23- Open Mic. 6:30-9pm. Port City Java. 1551 Potomac Ave. Hagerstown. Piano & Poetry. Talented local poets & musicians perform. All ages welcome. 301-790-5040. Date: 9/23/2008 09/25- Grim Reapings Sept. 25- Grim Reapings. 7pm. Jonathan Hager House & Museum. City Park in Hagerstown. Learn about Early American burial customs and superstitions. Free. www.hagerhouse.org. 301-739-8393. Date: 9/25/2008 09/26-28- 33rd Annual Fall Mountain Heritage Arts & Crafts Festival Sept. 26-28- 33rd Annual Fall Mountain Heritage Arts & Crafts Festival. Near Harpers Ferry, WV. Fri. & Sat. 10am-6pm, Sun. 10am-5pm. 800-624-0577. www.jeffersoncounty.com/festival. Date: 9/26/2008 09/26-28- RC Model Boats Sept. 26-28- RC Model Boats. 9am to 5pm. Greenbrier State Park. 21843 National Pike. Boonsboro. Come and enjoy the colors of fall while watching the RC model boat races on Greenbrier Lake. Tim Clark- 301-448-8063. Date: 9/26/2008 09/27-28- Smithsburg Steam & Craft Show (28th) Sept. 27-28- Smithsburg Steam & Craft Show (28th). Smithsburg Fire Hall grounds. Sat & Sun 10am-5pm. Numerous antique tractors & farm equipment, flea market, and craft vendors. 301-824-1009. 443-277-4963. Date: 9/27/2008 09/28- The U.S. Navy Country Current Sept. 28– The U.S. Navy Country Current. 4pm. 4pm. HCC’s Alumni Amphitheater. HCC’s Red, White, and Blue Summer Concert. Country music. Free and open to the public. 301-790-2800, ext. 346. Date: 9/28/2008 09/28- The Yorkers Sept. 28- The Yorkers. Pen Mark Concert. Dance Pavilion is the site of Sunday afternoon dances with live big band era ballroom music. Date: 9/28/2008 09/30- Open Mic Sept. 30- Open Mic. 6:30-9pm. Port City Java. 1551 Potomac Ave. Hagerstown. Piano & Poetry. Talented local poets & musicians perform. All ages welcome. 301-790-5040. Date: 9/30/2008 10/04 & 05- Farm Museum Fall Festival Oct. 4 & 5- Farm Museum Fall Festival. Sat. 10am-4pm; Sun- N-4pm. Rose Hill Manor Park. Frederick. Family festival; demonstrations and activities relating to agricultural heritage. 301-845-8345. Date: 10/4/2008 10/05- North Gallery Exhibit by Oct. 5- North Gallery Exhibit by "Wednesday Portrait Group". Reception 2-4pm. Mansion House. Hagerstown City Park. 301-797-6813. Date: 10/5/2008 10/05- The Martinsburg Jazz Orchestra Oct. 5- The Martinsburg Jazz Orchestra. Pen Mark Concert. Dance Pavilion is the site of Sunday afternoon dances with live big band era ballroom music. Date: 10/5/2008 10/07- Open Mic Oct. 7- Open Mic. 6:30-9pm. Port City Java. 1551 Potomac Ave. Hagerstown. Piano & Poetry. Talented local poets & musicians perform. All ages welcome. 301-790-5040. Date: 10/7/2008 10/10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 26, 27- Haunted Hager House Oct. 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 26, 27- Haunted Hager House. Tours are at 7, 8 and 9pm each evening. Jonathan Hager House & Museum. City Park in Hagerstown. Is the home of Hagerstown’s founder haunted? Come and see! Reservations required. $3/each. www.hagerhouse.org. 301-739-8393.
Date: 10/10/2008 10/11- Harvest Hoedown at Fairgrounds Park Oct. 11- Harvest Hoedown at Fairgrounds Park. 1pm. Fairgrounds Park, Canon Avenue. Fun for the whole family with music, fall activities, and vendors. 301-739-8577 x190. Date: 10/11/2008 10/12- Brierman Triathlon Oct. 12- Brierman Triathlon. 7:30am-3pm. Greenbrier State Park. 21843 National Pike. Boonsboro. Featuring the new "Half Lite50" distance. Right between International and Half distances. Fresh water swim with beach start, rolling bike course, semi-shaded run. Quiet country roads surrounding the Appalachian Trail at South Mountain. Eric Conrad- econrad@piranha-sports.com. Date: 10/12/2008 10/14- Open Mic Oct. 14- Open Mic. 6:30-9pm. Port City Java. 1551 Potomac Ave. Hagerstown. Piano & Poetry. Talented local poets & musicians perform. All ages welcome. 301-790-5040. Date: 10/14/2008 10/18 & 19- Country Peddler Craft Show Oct. 18 & 19- Country Peddler Craft Show. Frederick Fairgrounds. Sat.- 9am-5pm; Sun.- 10am-4pm. More than 150 craft vendors, folkart, and more. 717-656-3208. Date: 10/18/2008 10/18- Twelfth Annual Renfrew Pumpkin Festival. Oct. 18- Twelfth Annual Renfrew Pumpkin Festival. 11am-4pm. Renfrew Institute for Cultural and Environmental Studies, 1010 E. Main St., Waynesboro. A team of artists will carve or help others to carve intricate designs (no additional charge). Features include: pumpkin hurling trebuchet, hayrides, children’s activities, face painting, music, and free soup, cider and bread. Hot dogs, sodas, bake sale ... Date: 10/18/2008 10/21- Open Mic Oct. 21- Open Mic. 6:30-9pm. Port City Java. 1551 Potomac Ave. Hagerstown. Piano & Poetry. Talented local poets & musicians perform. All ages welcome. 301-790-5040. Date: 10/21/2008 10/27- A Tribute to Benny Goodman and Peggy Lee Oct. 27- A Tribute to Benny Goodman and Peggy Lee. Hagerstown Community Concert. 7:30pm. Maryland Theatre. Memberships- $40/adults; $15/students, $50/family. Single tickets- $20 at door. 301-582-2734. Date: 10/27/2008 10/28- Open Mic Oct. 28- Open Mic. 6:30-9pm. Port City Java. 1551 Potomac Ave. Hagerstown. Piano & Poetry. Talented local poets & musicians perform. All ages welcome. 301-790-5040. Date: 10/28/2008 10/29- Halloween Storytelling Oct. 29- Halloween Storytelling. 6:30-8pm. Fahnestock Barn. Waynesboro. Annual evening of spooky tales featuring a guest storyteller. Bring flashlights. 717-762-0373. renfrewinst@innernet.net.
Date: 10/29/2008 10/30- Witchcraft Oct. 30- Witchcraft! 7pm. Jonathan Hager House & Museum. City Park in Hagerstown. The witchcraft hysteria was not just limited to Salem! Learn about witches in Maryland, Virginia and Pennsylvania. www.hagerhouse.org. 301-739-8393. Date: 10/30/2008 11/ 04- Open Mic Nov. 4- Open Mic. 6:30-9pm. Port City Java. 1551 Potomac Ave. Hagerstown. Piano & Poetry. Talented local poets & musicians perform. All ages welcome. 301-790-5040. Date: 11/4/2008 11/01- Alsatia Mummers Parade Nov. 1- Alsatia Mummers Parade. Downtown Hagerstown. 7pm. The largest nighttime parade on the East Coast with more than 10,000 participants. Local floats, bands, and costumed mummers. 301-739-2044. Date: 11/1/2008 11/02- North Gallery Exhibit by Nov. 2- North Gallery Exhibit by "Spectrum 7”. Reception 2-4pm. Mansion House. Hagerstown City Park. 301-797-6813. Date: 11/2/2008 11/11- Open Mic Nov. 11- Open Mic. 6:30-9pm. Port City Java. 1551 Potomac Ave. Hagerstown. Piano & Poetry. Talented local poets & musicians perform. All ages welcome. 301-790-5040. Date: 11/11/2008 11/13-16- Christmas Thymes at Sycamore Heights Craft Show. Nov. 13-16- Christmas Thymes at Sycamore Heights Craft Show. 20703 Jefferson Blvd., Hagerstown. 1860s Federal-style farmhouse. Thurs.-Sun.- 10am-5pm. Handmade crafts. 301-665-2882. Date: 11/13/2008 11/14-16- VAA Holiday Open House Nov. 14-16- VAA Holiday Open House. Fri. & Sat. 11am-4pm; Sun. 16 1-5pm. Mansion House. Hagerstown City Park. 301-797-6813. Date: 11/14/2008 11/15-16- Fall Family Days Nov. 15-16- Fall Family Days. Saturday 10-4, Sunday 1-5pm. Jonathan Hager House & Museum. City Park in Hagerstown. Come join us this weekend for tours of the Hager House, a fun scavenger hunt, and colonial craft making. Reduced family admission-$5. Free. www.hagerhouse.org. 301-739-8393. Date: 11/15/2008 11/18- Open Mic Nov. 18- Open Mic. 6:30-9pm. Port City Java. 1551 Potomac Ave. Hagerstown. Piano & Poetry. Talented local poets & musicians perform. All ages welcome. 301-790-5040. Date: 11/18/2008 11/20- The Claremont Trio Nov. 20- The Claremont Trio. Hagerstown Community Concert. 7:30pm. Maryland Theatre. Memberships- $40/adults; $15/students, $50/family. Single tickets- $20 at door. 301-582-2734. Date: 11/20/2008 11/20-23- Christmas Thymes at Sycamore Heights Craft Show. Nov. 20-23- Christmas Thymes at Sycamore Heights Craft Show. 20703 Jefferson Blvd., Hagerstown. 1860s Federal-style farmhouse. Thurs.-Sun.- 10am-5pm. Handmade crafts. 301-665-2882. Date: 11/20/2008 11/22- 46th Annual JFK 50-Mile Race Nov. 22- 46th Annual JFK 50-Mile Race. Downtown Boonsboro. America’s oldest and largest ultra-marathon footrace. 301-739-7004. Date: 11/22/2008 11/25- Open Mic Nov. 25- Open Mic. 6:30-9pm. Port City Java. 1551 Potomac Ave. Hagerstown. Piano & Poetry. Talented local poets & musicians perform. All ages welcome. 301-790-5040. Date: 11/25/2008 11/28- Holiday Tree Lighting in City Park Nov. 28- Holiday Tree Lighting in City Park. Jonathan Hager House & Museum. City Park in Hagerstown. Come see the tree in the center of the lake lit for the Holiday Season. Free open house of the Hager House as well as light refreshments provided in the Hager House Museum. Call for details. www.hagerhouse.org. 301-739-8393. Date: 11/28/2008 12/ 23- Open Mic Dec. 23- Open Mic. 6:30-9pm. Port City Java. 1551 Potomac Ave. Hagerstown. Piano & Poetry. Talented local poets & musicians perform. All ages welcome. 301-790-5040. Date: 12/23/2008 12/ 9- Open Mic Dec. 9- Open Mic. 6:30-9pm. Port City Java. 1551 Potomac Ave. Hagerstown. Piano & Poetry. Talented local poets & musicians perform. All ages welcome. 301-790-5040. Date: 12/9/2008 12/02- Open Mic Dec. 2- Open Mic. 6:30-9pm. Port City Java. 1551 Potomac Ave. Hagerstown. Piano & Poetry. Talented local poets & musicians perform. All ages welcome. 301-790-5040. Date: 12/2/2008 12/02-28- German Christmas Dec. 2-28- German Christmas. Jonathan Hager House & Museum. City Park in Hagerstown. Features German Christmas customs and traditions in a holiday- December 30 decorated atmosphere as part of the regular tour. Regular hours & admission. www.hagerhouse.org. 301-739-8393. Date: 12/2/2008 12/04-07- Festival of Trees Dec. 4-7- Festival of Trees. Robinwood Medical Center. Hagerstown. Thurs.-Sat.- 9am-9pm; Sun.- 10am-5pm. Benefit for special care nursing at Washington County Hospital, decorated trees, holiday gift shop, entertainment, and special event activities. 301-790-8631. Date: 12/4/2008 12/06- Antietam Memorial Illumination Dec. 6- Antietam Memorial Illumination. Antietam National Battlefield. Sharpsburg. 6pm. 23,110 luminaries over a six-mile driving tour. 301-432-5124. Date: 12/6/2008 12/06- Holiday Magic Dec. 6- Holiday Magic. Rose Hill Manor Park. Frederick. 10am-3pm. Holiday programming for children and their families; hands on activities, crafts, magic shows at 10:30, 11:30, 12:30 and 1:30. 301-600-1650. Date: 12/6/2008 12/07- 2nd Annual “Best of the Best Dec. 7- North Gallery Exhibit. 2nd Annual “Best of the Best”. All Valley Art Association members show. Reception 2-4pm. Date: 12/7/2008 12/16- Open Mic Dec. 16- Open Mic. 6:30-9pm. Port City Java. 1551 Potomac Ave. Hagerstown. Piano & Poetry. Talented local poets & musicians perform. All ages welcome. 301-790-5040. Date: 12/16/2008 12/30- Open Mic Dec. 30- Open Mic. 6:30-9pm. Port City Java. 1551 Potomac Ave. Hagerstown. Piano & Poetry. Talented local poets & musicians perform. All ages welcome. 301-790-5040. Date: 12/30/2008 12/8-01/27 '09- Cumberland Valley Artists Exhibition Dec. 8-Jan. 27- Cumberland Valley Artists Exhibition. Museum hours. Washington County Museum of Fine Arts. Hagerstown City Park. 301-739-5727. www.wcmfa.org. Date: 12/8/2007 Oct. 11- Western Maryland Half Marathon Oct. 11- Western Maryland Half Marathon. 8am race start. Joseph Hancock Park, Hancock, Md. The inaugural Western Maryland Half Marathon will begin in the Town of Hancock and wind through the scenic Western Maryland Rail Trail. Awards. All proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity of Washington County. 301-791-9009. wmdhalf@hotmail.com. www.westernmdhalf.com. Date: 10/11/2008 Oct. 5- Vibrant Life 5K Run/Walk Oct. 5- Vibrant Life 5K Run/Walk. 8am, registration; 9:30am. Review and Herald Publishing Association, Hagerstown. If you're a serious runner or just want to have a fun morning walk with your family, sign up for our 5K cross-country Fun Run. Run will include some slight hills and a mixture of grass and asphalt surfaces. www.vibrantlife.com. Date: 10/5/2008 Sept. 12- Reaching for the Moon at Milestone Farms Sept. 12- Reaching for the Moon at Milestone Farms. 5–8pm. Milestone Farms. Join friends and community leaders for an evening of fine food, beverage and a silent auction to raise funds for the fight against breast cancer at Milestone Farms, historic home of Jone and Don Bowman in Williamsport. 301-791-5843. 800-963-0101. www.HopeForU.org. Date: 9/12/2008 Sept. 13- Free Financial Planning Clinic Over a hundred CERTIFED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professionals will volunteer to provide free one-on-one financial planning advice with no strings attached, in addition to a dozen educational workshops on personal finance.
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