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, June 1
BOOKS
HARC Interfaith 'No Book' Book Club
Deadline to RSVP is Thursday, June 1; club meets Sunday, June 4 - 2 to 4 p.m.
Outdoors at a private Hagerstown home
Book club with no required reading. Attendees will share what book has inspired them. Come with or without the book, but with the title and author. Bring a finger food to share. RSVP by Thursday, June 1. Email director@harccoalition.org or call 301-842-4272 to receive host's name and address. Go to https://harccoalition.org/news.
CLASS
Nature Photography Workshop
Thursday, June 1 - 7 p.m.
Church of the Apostles
336 Barnett Ave.
Waynesboro, Pa.
For ages 15 and older, beginner to intermediate photographers. Part one of a two-part presentation by The Institute. Led by Dave Graff. Nature photography, concentrating on scenics, close-up of plants, insects, etc. and telephoto photography of birds. Part two is an outdoor field trip to an area park at 7 a.m. Saturday, June 3. Attendance at both is required. Cameras not required for classroom session. $30 ($25 for Institute members). Advance registration required. Go to www.natureandcultureinstitute.org, email info@natureandcultureinstitute.org or call 717-762-0373.
EXHIBITS
St. Maria Goretti 4th annual Student & Faculty Art Show
Through Tuesday, June 6 - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m Saturday
Washington County Arts Council
Suite 100
34 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Students' and teachers' artwork. Use A&E Parking Deck at 25 Renaissance Way; main entrance is off the third level (Potomac Street). Virtual exhibit available at https://www.youtube.com/@washcoarts. Call 301-791-3132 or email gallerymanager@washingtoncountyarts.com.
Mothers & Daughters
Through June - from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday
Washington County Chamber of Commerce
1 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Photographs by Mark Youngblood. 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.
The Rebirth of Art After the Pandemic
Through Friday, June 30 - 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday
South Jefferson Public Library meeting room
49 Church St.
Summit Point, W.Va.
Artwork by students at South Jefferson Elementary School. Go to www.sojeffersonlibrary.com. Call 304-725-6227.
Landscapes & Legends of Norway: William Singer & His Contemporaries
Through Sunday, Sept. 17 - Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive (in the City Park)
Hagerstown
Norwegian landscape paintings by the museum founder and his contemporaries, including American artist Frank Morse Rummel and his series of watercolors depicting Norse legends. Call 301-739-5727. Go to www.wcmfa.org.
Art in the Hallway
Thursday, June 1, through Friday, June 30
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 Chris Shingler 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.
FAMILY
The Great Boonsboro Rescue Co. Carnival
Through Saturday, June 3 - music nightly at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.
Shafer Park
241 Potomac St.
Boonsboro
Rides, games, food. Fireworks on Friday, June 2, at 10:30 p.m. Music, including Reagan Years (June 1), Staff Infection (June 2) and Jill Fulton Band (June 3). Hosted by Boonsboro Rescue Co. 69.
LECTURE
Home Food Preservation: Water Bath Canning
Thursday, June 1 - 11 a.m.
Live webinar
Presented by Penn State Extension. Learn the basics of water bath and atmospheric steam canning. To register, go to https://extension.psu.edu/home-food-preservaton-water-bath-canning-webinar or call 877-345-0691.
MUSIC
Evan Crider
Thursday, June 1 - 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Renfrew Museum House backyard
1010 E. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Slow 90s-esque vocals. Part of Judy Elden Memorial Summer Concert Series. Bring chair or blanket, and refreshments (no alcohol). Snacks available at Welcome Tent. Free; donations accepted. Call 717-762-4723.
ONSTAGE
The Honky Tonk Angels
Through Sunday, June 11 - 2 p.m. or 7:30 p.m. (check schedule with playhouse)
Totem Pole Playhouse
9555 Golf Course Road
Fayetteville, Pa.
Comedy and classic country music. $39. Go to totempoleplayhouse.org/shows/the-honky-tonk-angels/. Call 717-352-2164.
SOCIAL
Downtown Happy Hour
Thursday, June 1 - 4:30 to 6 p.m.
Potomac Walk
38 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Every Thursday, 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 non-profit.
Friday, June 2
BOOKS
Mystery and Romance Author Karen Rose Smith
Friday, June 2 - 6 to 8 p.m.
TranquilaTEA Tea Room and Gift Shop
117 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Features Smith's newest book, Murder with Earl Grey Tea. Free. Copies of Smith's Tea Garden Mystery books available to purchase. Call 717-765-8327.
EXHIBIT
Time
Friday, June 2, through Sunday, June 25 - 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays
The Mansion House Art Center & Gallery
480 Highland Ave. (in the City Park)
Hagerstown
Valley Art Association members artwork. Free. Go to valleyartassoc.org or call 301-797-2867.
FAMILY
Voltage Wrestling: Downtown Showdown
Friday, June 2 - 7 p.m.
University Plaza
50 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
Professional wrestling. Hosted by Voltage Wrestling. Sponsored by the city of Hagerstown. Free. Go to www.voltagewrestling.com.
Greencastle Farm Market & Food Truck
Friday, June 2 - noon to 7 p.m.
136-144 E. Baltimore St. (on the lawn)
Greencastle, Pa.
Handmade goods, plants and flowers, dairy products and meat, baked goods, honey, monthly featured food truck. First Fridays each month through August. Rain or shine. Free. Hosted by Consign & Collect and The Shop. Sponsored by F&M Trust Bank, Greencastle. Email greencastlemarket@gmail.com or call 717-597-9991.
FUNDRAISERS
Indoor Yard Sale
Friday, June 2, and Saturday, June 3 - 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Broadfording Church of the Brethren Fellowship
14010 Greencastle Pike
Hagerstown
Rented tables plus donated items. Food will be sold. Free. Call 301-791-3440 or 301-730-2140, or email broadfordingcob@verizon.net.
13th Annual Race Against Poverty
Friday, June 2 - 5 to 9 p.m.
King Street Church (parking lot)
162 E. King St.
Chambersburg, Pa.
5K run/walk in downtown Chambersburg, Raber Runs for Kids, DJ, info booths, food vendors and door prizes. $35 for 5K run/walk, $10 for kids run. Proceeds benefit Support Circles, a program of South Central Community Action Programs. Go to raceagainstpoverty.org. Call 717-263-5060.
22nd Annual Craig Bryan Wibberley Memorial Scramble Golf Tournament
Friday, June 2 - 9 a.m.
Black Rock Golf Course
20025 Mt. Aetna Road
Hagerstown
Free buffet lunch and complimentary beverage cart. Prizes and optional contests. $125 per person or $500 per foursome. Hosted by the Antietam Exchange Club. Go to antietamexchange.org.
Cruise-In
Friday, June 2 - 5 to 8 p.m.
Byron Park
11 Park Road
Williamsport
Cars, food truck, grill, 50/50 drawing. $5. Proceeds benefit local charities. Call 301-573-1501 or email jmb@myactv.net.
MUSIC
Joel Newman
Friday, June 2 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Blues and jazz. Free; donations appreciated. Email music@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.
ONSTAGE
Lion King Jr.
Friday, June 2, and Saturday, June 3 - 7 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Disney's The Lion King, coming-of-age tale. Presented by Hagerstown's Authentic Community Theatre. $18. Go to mdtheatre.org/act#lion or call 301-790-2000.
Saturday, June 3
FAMILY
Market at the Park
Saturdays through Sept. 30 - 8:30 a.m. to noon (Thursday night market, Aug. 3, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.; no market Aug. 5)
Main Street Park
25 E. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Open-air market. Fresh produce, dairy and baked goods, as well as handmade items. Hot foods and cold drinks. Go to MainstreetWaynesboro.org or call 717-762-0397.
African American Living History
Saturday, June 3 - 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Newcomer House
18422 Shepherdstown Pike
Keedysville
ZSunee Miller-Matema, educator and direct descendant of Martha Washington's personal maid Caroline Branham, will portray Mary Warrick, wife of Branham's grandson, the Rev. Robert Robinson. Part of Porch Programs at the Newcomer House. Call 240-308-1740 or email rachel@heartofthecivilwar.org.
National Trails Day and Appalachian Trail Community Dedication
Saturday, June 3 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Washington Monument State Park
6620 Zittlestown Road
Middletown, Md.
Corn hole, River & Trails Climbing Wall (cancelled if raining)., Yoga in the Park, one-mile hike, workshops and speakers. Designation ceremony from 1 to 2 p.m., followed by music featuring Elijah Myers. Parking is limited. Shuttles run from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. from Boonsboro Bible Church, 67 Park n Ride. No fee. Donations accepted. Potomac Appalachian Trail Club starts the day with a work event, cutting weeds along trail. Volunteers meet at 8:30 a.m. at South Mountain Inn parking lot. To volunteer, contact www.patc.net, includes lunch sponsored by Middletown Valley Bank.
Smithsburg Library — Smithsburg Days
Saturday, June 3 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Smithsburg Library
66 W. Water St.
Smithsburg
Book sale, story walk, Story Time (11:30 a.m.), craft kits for children and a lecture series. Call 301-824-7722.
Arts in the Park
Saturday, June 3 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Monterey Pass Battlefield Park
14325 Buchanan Trail East
Waynesboro, Pa.
Live music by Mountain Air. Local artists and artisans. Food and ice cream. History. Supported by Arts Alliance of Greater Waynesboro and Destination Arts. Free. Email montereypassbattfield@gmail.com.
FUNDRAISERS
Native Plant Sale
Saturday, June 3 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sunny Meadows Garden Center
7437 Sharpsburg Pike
Boonsboro
Proceeds benefit the Potomac Valley Audubon Society and The Monarch Alliance's Waystation Grant Program. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org, email Katelyn@PotomacAudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
Ringgold Ruritan Strawberry Festival
Saturday, June 3 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Ringgold Ruritan Club
14247 Windy Haven Road
Smithsburg
Strawberry shortcake, strawberry ice cream, strawberry cheesecake, strawberry pie. Fresh berries by the quart. Chicken BBQ meals by Cluckin' Around BBQ. Pies and meals can be ordered in advance. Call 240-382-0149.
Bark in the Park
Saturday, June 3 - 9:30 a.m. registration begins, event is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Jefferson Memorial Park
Forrest Avenue
Charles Town, W.Va.
Blessing of the animals; interactive dog walk and canine demonstrations. Dog and owner games; canine contests. Vendors, including dog rescues, handmade crafts and various products. Registration is $10 per dog, includes dog bandana and "wag bag." Dogs must be current on vaccinations. Proceeds benefit the Animal Welfare Society of Jefferson County, W.Va. Go to www.awsjc.org or call 304-876-2161.
MUSIC
Jon Ingels
Saturday, June 3 - 6 to 9 p.m.
Rough Edges
91 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Blues, country, rock, reggae. Go to http://roughedgesbrewing.com. Call 717-655-7042.
A Cappella & Unplugged Round 1
Saturday, June 3 - 7 to 9 p.m.
Capitol Theatre
159 S. Main St.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Fifteen local and regional musical acts compete. Bluegrass, country, rock, blues, traditional a cappella and more. Seven acts will be chosen by a judges panel and the audience will vote for a People's Choice winner to move to the final round (held July 15) for a chance to win $500. Free. To reserve a seat, go to ExploreFranklinCountyPA.com or call 866-646-8060.
The U.S. Army Six String Soldiers
Saturday, June 3 - 6:15 p.m.
Alumni Amphitheater
Hagerstown Community College
11400 Robinwood Drive
Hagerstown
Part of Red, White & Blue Concerts. Hosted by HCC Alumni Association. Concession stand open. No outside food or drink permitted. Free. Go to www.hagerstowncc.edu/alumni-friends or call 240-500-2346.
One Night in Memphis
Saturday, June 3 - 7:30 p.m.
Luhrs Center
475 Lancaster Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
Tributes Carl Perkins, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Elvis Presley. $39 to $55. Go to luhrscenter.com or call 717-477-7469.
Sunday, June 4
EXHIBIT
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.
FAITH
Healing Rooms of Hagerstown
Sunday, June 4 - 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. Usually the first and third Sundays of each month; there will be no meeting on Father's Day, June 18. No appointment necessary. Free. Go to healingrooms.com or email htownhealingrooms@gmail.com.
FAMILY
StoryWalk Festival
Sunday, June 4 - 1 to 4 p.m.
Pine HIll Recreation Area
12684 Mentzer Gap Road
Waynesboro, Pa.
(rain location is Waynesboro Area Middle School, 702 E. Second St., Waynesboro, Pa.)
Hosted by The Institute. Features author and illustrator Lindsay Barrett George and her book In the Garden: Who's Been Here? (free autographed copies available). Crafts for kids, live music, Antietam Dairy ice cream truck, local authors, displays by area organizations, and a presentation and group activity led by George at 2 p.m. Free. Register in advance at www.natureandcultureinstitute.org, email info@natureandcultureinstitute.org or call 717-762-0373.
Heritage Farm & Dairy Day
Sunday, June 4 - 1 to 4 p.m.
Rural Heritage Farm Museum
7313 Sharpsburg Pike
Boonsboro
Root beer floats, ice cream and cookies, wagon rides, scavenger hunt, corn hole games and butter churning demonstrations. Self-guided tours of 1800s village and cabins. Early living museum, farm museum and transportation museum. Gift shop. Free. Donations accepted. Go to www.ruralheritagemuseum.org. Call 240-420-1714 to leave a message.
FUNDRAISER
33rd Annual Benefit Car & Truck Show
Sunday, June 4 - registration from 9 a.m. to noon, trophies awarded at 2 p.m.
Red Run Park
12011 Buchanan Trail East
Waynesboro, Pa.
Presented by Appalachian Golden Classics and Buchanan Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Cadillac. DJ with 50s and 60s music. Food by The Open Grille. Trivia contest. Trophies to top 30 vehicles. Open to all American made cars/trucks through 2023. Door prizes. All day 50/50 drawing. Playground and train rides. Car registration fee is $12. Free admission for spectators. Free parking. Proceeds benefit Waynesboro Human Services, The Lunch Place and Faith United Methodist Church Food Pantry. Call 717-762-2446 or 717-765-4471.
MUSIC
Arrow
Sunday, June 4 - 2 to 5 p.m.
Pen Mar Park
14600 Pen Mar-High Rock Road
Cascade
Dance music. Part of Jim and Fay Powers Music Series. Go to www.washingtoncountyarts.com/powers-music-series. Call 240-313-2807.
Brahman Noodles
Sunday, June 4 - 2 to 5 p.m.
Prohibition Hub
28 S. Potomac St., Level B
Hagerstown
Jug Funk. Free. Call 240-513-6032.
Monday, June 5
EDUCATION
Frostburg State at USM-H — Physician Assistant info session
Monday, June 5 - 6 p.m.
Online
Frostburg State University at the University System of Maryland at Hagerstown. Director of Physician Assistant Admissions Dan Champigny will present detailed information about the program and the benefits of being a primary care physician assistant in a rural area. No advance registration required. Go to https://hagerstown.usmd.edu/about/events, email fsupa@frostburg.edu or call 240-527-2060.
Tuesday, June 6
HEALTH
Unity of Hagerstown's Yoga
Tuesdays - beginners at 6 p.m.; stretch for flexibility from 7:15 to 8:15 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.
OUTDOORS
Four-Part Nature Journaling Workshop
Registration deadline is Tuesday, June 6; workshops are Wednesdays, June 7, 14, 21 and 28 - 10 a.m. to noon
Pine Hill Recreation Area
12684 Mentzer Gap Road
Waynesboro, Pa.
For ages 15 and older. Led by Institute educator Jan Barrasso. Observe and record nature with sketches and/or written descriptions. Bring bottled water; notebook; and pen, pencil, colored pencils or markers. Registration required by Tuesday, June 6. $50 ($45 for Institute members), includes all four sessions. Go to www.natureandcultureinstitute.org, email info@natureandcultureinstitute.org or call 717-762-0373.
Wednesday, June 7
HEALTH
Sound Bath
Wednesday, June 7 - 7 p.m.
St. Mark's Fellowship Center
18313 Lappans Road
Boonsboro
Guided meditation, crystal singing bowls, drumming, Native American flute and other instruments. Led by Sabrina Madsen. First Wednesday every month. Bring yoga mat. Chairs available. $20. Go to www.unityhagerstown.org. Call 240-409-5940 or email unityhagerstown@live.com.
LECTURE
The Tale Untwisted
Lectures every Wednesday through Aug. 30 - 7 p.m.
Jacob Rohrbach Inn (outside)
138 W. Main St.
Sharpsburg
Speakers are authors Alex Rossino and Gene Thorp. Part of Civil War Summer Lecture Series. Bring a lawn chair. Free. Call 301-432-5079. Go to www.jacob-rohrbach-inn.com.
MUSIC
The U.S. Navy Commodores
Wednesday, June 7 - 6:15 p.m.
Alumni Amphitheater
Hagerstown Community College
11400 Robinwood Drive
Hagerstown
Part of Red, White & Blue Concerts. Hosted by HCC Alumni Association. Concession stand open. No outside food or drink permitted. Lawn chairs and blankets permitted for lawn seating. Free. Go to www.hagerstowncc.edu/alumni-friends, email lsstewart@hagerstowncc.edu or call 240-500-2346.
Open Mic Night
Every Wednesday - 7 to 9 p.m.
633 Brewing
Suite 106
118 Walnut Street
Waynesboro, Pa.
Call 717-387-5818. Go to 633brewing.com.
Thursday, June 8
FAMILY
Open House — Saylor House
Thursday, June 8 - 6 to 8 p.m.
Saylor House
Kiwanis Park
371 Dynasty Drive
Hagerstown
Tours of the renovations. Lecture on The Archaeology of the Saylor House by archaeologist Scott Parker at 7 p.m. Light refreshments. Call 301-739-8577.
FUNDRAISER
Warehouse Overstock Book Sale
Thursday, June 8, through Saturday, June 10 - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Booksavers of Maryland
13625 Pennsylvania Ave.
Hagerstown
Non-profit used bookstore. Books sold by the pound. Proceeds support mission and education programs worldwide through the Mennonite Central Committee. Go to booksavers.org or call 301-665-1525.
HEALTH
Post-Pandemic Healthcare: A Discussion of Growth, Stress and Civility
Thursday, June 8 - 6 p.m.
WVU Health Sciences Center
2500 Foundation Way
Martinsburg, W.Va.
(also broadcast live on WEPM, WCST and online at panhandlenewsnetwork.com)
A moderated healthcare discussion about the impacts of challenges such as community growth and stress from COVID-19 and pandemic-related changes to the current healthcare environment. Hosted by the Stubblefield Institute. Free. Call 304-876-5005 or go to Stubblefieldinstitute.org.
LECTURE
Defying General Pickett — Dolly Harris, Greencastle's Flag-Waving Girl
Thursday, June 8 - 7 p.m.
German Bank Barn
Allison-Antrim Museum
365 S. Ridge Ave.
Greencastle, Pa.
Monthly meeting with speaker Bonnie A. Shockey, president of Allison-Antrim Museum. Free. Donations accepted. Call 717-597-9010. Go to www.greencastlemuseum.org.
ONSTAGE
The Golden Gays presents: Hot Flashbacks! The Musical
Thursday, June 8 - 7 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Comedy based on The Golden Girls TV series. $20 to $45. Call 301-790-2000 or go to mdtheatre.org/golden-gays.
SOCIAL
Downtown Happy Hour
Thursday, June 8 - 4:30 to 6 p.m.
Potomac Walk
38 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Every Thursday, 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 non-profit.