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Welcome to Artist Alley,
Washington County Arts Council's electronic newsletter.
We hope this publication will engage you with the arts in your community.
WCAC welcomes your ideas and support as it continues to take the lead in bringing together the community's art organizations to strengthen our region's arts culture.
For artist information, arts events, calls for art, and more visit WCAC's web page...
www.washingtoncountyarts.com.
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About the Maryland Pastel Society
Founded in 1977, the Maryland Pastel Society is a non-profit organization devoted to the promotion and development of professional, original works of art in the medium of soft pastel and to the creative and technical development of its members. There are many local pastel societies throughout the country, but the Maryland Pastel Society is the oldest state society and is an active member of the International Association of Pastel Societies. While the Society had its roots in the Baltimore area, its members (over 200 today) come from all over the Mid-Atlantic region.
Our society aims to provide educational opportunities for artists and the public through the Society’s website, lectures, art demonstrations, workshops, and art exhibitions.
https://www.marylandpastelsociety.com/about/about/
Exhibiting Artists
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Dolores Andrew
Laurie Basham
Mary Boeh
Nanette Catigbe
Mary Ann Clarendon
Deborah Cole
Rebecca Denneny
Karen Ferrick
Alan Fink
Michael Gaudreau
Jean Hirons
Gayle Mangan Kassal
Joanne Lamm
Lyn Laviana
Joyce Lister
Deborah Maklowski
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Denise Matuk-Kroupa
Michael McGurk
Donna Mitchell
Mary Moores
Grace Newcomer
Susan Due Pearcy
Kate Quinn
Desiree Scherini
Anne Singer
Shamim Sisson
Mary Rinderle Smith
Dorothy Stepenaski
Kim Stone
Andrée Tullier
Joyce Turk
Mary Anne Warner
Hsiang-ling Yao
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Washington County Chamber of Commerce! | |
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Washington County Chamber of Commerce
1 South Potomac Street, Hagerstown, MD 21740
Phone: 301-739-2015
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Washington County Free Library Announces
37th Annual Battle of the Books Competition
November 2023 marks the 37th year that the Washington County Free Library has held its annual Battle of the Books competition. Children in grades 4-6, along with a sponsoring adult, are invited to form teams from across the county to participate in this literary event.
The program has evolved over time, but its goal remains the same: to provide great books to kids and create positive reading experiences that will last a lifetime. The library’s Youth Services Department staff has selected books that will excite kids to read, inspire creativity, and engage in a friendly competition.
The library issues a set of 15 books to registered teams of four to eight children in grades 4-6. The same books are used for all teams. Teams must have an adult team manager who is responsible for arranging transportation to and from rounds, turning in team projects, and encouraging their teams. Forming teams is up to individual schools or parents as the library does not form teams. Team managers must either be Washington County residents or have a Washington County Library card. Registration runs through the month of November.
Teams have from November until late February to read the books and complete a book-related project. A written round is held on the last Saturday in February. The scores from the submitted projects and the written round score are totaled. Then, the top eight teams advance to a final competition held on the second Saturday in March (with the first and third Saturdays of March as snow dates).
Every child who participates receives a new paperback book and a certificate of participation. Teams that advance to the final round receive medals for their achievement.
Books chosen for the Battle include Newbery Award and Honor books, Maryland’s Black-Eyed Susan Award books, popular fiction, classics, and books that exhibit a unique perspective on the world.
2024 Battle of the Books List
1. Blood on the River by Elisa Carbone
2. James and the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl
3. Shades of Gray by Carolyn Reeder
4. Maniac Magee by Jerry Spinelli
5. The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl by Stacy McAnulty
6. The Penderwicks by Jeanne Birdsall
7. Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH by Robert C. O’Brien
8. Ungifted by Gordon Korman
9. Mary Poppins by P.L. Travers
10. The Witch of Blackbird Pond by Elizabeth Speare
11. The Black Stallion by Walter Farley
12. Bob by Wendy Mass
13. The Wolves of Willoughby Chase by Joan Aiken
14. The Beatryce Prophecy by Kate DiCamillo
15. Finding Langston by Lesa Cline-Ransome
Teams may register at any library in the Washington County Free Library system during the month of November.
For more information about the Battle of the Books contact: Jeff Ridgeway, Head of Youth Services, Washington County Free Library, at pr01@washcolibrary.org or 301-739-3250.
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DEADLINE: November 30, 2023 @ 3pm
Call for Entries
Cumberland Valley Artists and
Photographers Exhibitions
The Washington County Museum of Fine Arts has announced a Call for Entries for the 2024 Cumberland Valley Photographers and Cumberland Valley Artists exhibitions at the museum.
An annual tradition since the 1930s, the Cumberland Valley Photographers and Cumberland Valley Artists exhibitions showcase, celebrate, and support artists of the Cumberland Valley region. Each year, hundreds of works are submitted for consideration for inclusion by exhibition jurors.
New this year, the exhibitions will not run concurrently. Cumberland Valley Photographers will be on view from March 23 through June 2, 2024. Cumberland Valley Artists will be June 15 through Aug. 26, 2024. However, the dates for submission and evaluation are the same for both exhibitions.
Entries for both exhibitions must be submitted online at the following link https://client.smarterentry.com/wcmfa.
The link closes at 3 p.m. Nov. 30, 2023. Each artist can submit up to four works and can submit to either the artists exhibition OR photographers exhibition, but not both. Artists from Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington, D.C., and West Virginia may enter the competition. A First Place Juror’s Award will be named in both competitions and receive a $1,000 cash award.
For complete rules, download the PDF here, Call For Entry Flyer 2024.
For more information, call the museum at 301-739-5727 or info@wcmfa.org.
Calendar
- Submissions Open: Friday, September 29, 2023
- Submissions Close: Thursday, November 30, 2023, 3pm
- Notice of acceptance: Thursday, December 14, 2023
Fees
- Museum members: $12.50 per entry – promo code to use in Smarter Entry is “member”
- Non-members: $15.00 per entry.
To become a museum member, visit wcmfa.org and purchase a membership. Or call Donna Rastelli at 301-739-5727 or email her at drastelli@wcmfa.org.
Please contact the museum if you need help with your submission(s).
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Call for Films:
Maryland International Film Festival - Hagerstown
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REGULAR DEADLINE: December 1, 2023
Welcome, filmmakers, to the Maryland International Film Festival-Hagerstown. We are excited about our 11th year coming up on March 21st-24th, 2024. We are Movie Magazine's top 50 festival worth their entry fee. For 12 years, we've been bringing in the finest films from around the world. The film festival became a 501(c)3 and launched in 2009 and now screens more than 100 films each year! Hollywood Director Joe Carnahan is our creative director, and has been a powerful partner with our festival! He has brought us such films as "The Grey" and "The A-Team" with Liam Neeson and just released Wheelman to Netflix which is getting RAVE reviews. He now has his own production company with Frank Grillo, and has recently signed a deal with Sony Entertainment to work on their Adaptation of 'UNCHARTED'. So join us! We look forward to having you screen at our 12th anniversary!
The festival is conveniently located downtown; we're in the middle of the arts and entertainment district. And after the films, we host some of the best after parties with live bands and fantastic food and drinks!
Submission Guidelines: Entries must be submitted online, through FilmFreeway's online screener option.
Entry Fees: Checks or money orders must be made payable to Maryland International Film Festival.
Notifications: February 15, 2024
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TREASURE SALE
The Treasure Sale Preview Event is sold out!
The Treasure Sale continues Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023, from 1 to 3 p.m., and Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 7. Free admission.
On Sunday, shoppers can fill a bag for $25, and on Tuesday fill a bag for $15.The preview reception has been made possible with the support of Finders Keepers Fine Consignments.
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Tickets for BARE are still on sale now. Dates are 11/3, 11/4, 11/10 & 11/11 at the Black Box Theatre at the Barbara Ingram School for the Arts, 7 S Potomac Street at 7:00 PM. Seats are general admission and cost $15. Telephone 301-766-8840 | |
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FRIENDS OF MUSIC CONCERT IN SHEPHERDSTOWN
TICKETS ON SALE NOW FOR NOVEMBER 4 & 5, 2023
The Friends of Music will present two performances of a Two Rivers Chamber Orchestra concert in Shepherdstown during the November 4 and 5, 2023 weekend.
The first performance will be at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday the 4th; the second will be a 3:00 p.m. matinee on Sunday, the 5th. Both performances will be held in the historic Shepherdstown Presbyterian Church at 100 West Washington Street.
Entitled "Mysteries, Marvels, and Mischief," the concert will feature four works: the overture to "L’Amant Anonyme" by Caribbean-born Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges (1745–1799); the Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso by Camille Saint-Saëns (1835–1921); the Balada for violin and orchestra by Romanian composer Ciprian Porumbescu (1853–1883); and the Fourth Symphony of Ludwig van Beethoven (1770–1827). The orchestra's music director, Jed Gaylin, will conduct.
The featured soloist will be violinist Irina Muresanu. Ms. Muresanu has been called a "gigantic spitfire of a player." A member of the Boston Trio since 2001, she has won top prizes at major international violin competitions and has appeared as a guest artist at music festivals throughout the United States and Europe.
Ms. Muresanu is an associate professor in the University of Maryland School of Music. She has also been on the faculties of the Boston Conservatory at Berklee and the Harvard and MIT music departments. She holds a prestigious artist diploma degree and a doctor in musical arts degree from the New England Conservatory.
Admission to the concert will be free for Friends of Music members. The ticket price for others will be $40 per person. Tickets can be purchased on the Friends' website at www.friendswv.org; or by mail (FOM, PO Box 220, Shepherdstown, WV 25443); or, if space is available, at the church at both performances. Visa and Master Card will be accepted. For more information, contact the Friends' office at info@friendswv.org or 304-876-5765.
The Friends of Music is a local non-profit organization that was founded in 1999 to support and promote musical excellence in the Eastern Panhandle. Gaylin has been music director since 2012. He also serves as the music director of Baltimore's Hopkins Symphony Orchestra and the Bay Atlantic Symphony in New Jersey.
Full information about the Friends and the concert season is available on the Friends' website:
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CUMBERLAND VALLEY SCHOOL OF MUSIC TO PRESENT 34th ANNIVERSARY GALA SHOWCASE CONCERT | |
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Cumberland Valley School of Music presents the 34th Annual Gala Showcase Concert, Sound of Colors, on Sunday, November 5, 2023, at 3:00 pm in Thomson Chapel on the campus of Wilson College, 1015 Philadelphia Avenue, Chambersburg, PA. The concert celebrates 34 years of making music accessible to everyone in Chambersburg and surrounding areas. The concert features present and former faculty members, students, alumni, and community members.
Musical highlights include:
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2023 CVSM Merit Award recipients – Nathaniel Bryson, flute;
- Lilian Snowberger, voice; and Alex Gramp, piano
- Bailey Hovermale, piano
- Marlin Barnes & Sam Hepfer, percussion
- Marie Hershey, organ, and Suzanne Barnhart, piano
- Paula Hepfer, voice
- Rochelle Kniss, piano
- Kevin Gorman, piano
- Joel Newman and Tresa Day, guitar and voice
- Heather Kline, voice
- Deb Stotelmyer, violin, with Valerie Merriman, piano
Patron tickets are $30 each (including a goody bag, preferred seating, and a listing in the program); General Admission Tickets are $15; and tickets for CVSM students and immediate family members are $5. Tickets can be purchased by calling CVSM at (717) 261–1220 or online: www.cvsmusic.org
Cumberland Valley School of Music is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit member of the National Guild for Community Arts Education. CVSM offers instruction in most instruments & voice from accordion to xylophone as well as theatre lessons and classes. More than fifty professional instructors cover a wide variety of styles from classical to traditional country to folk to rock. CVSM can accommodate all ages and levels of study, from beginners to advanced.
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“Cornucopia,” the Valley Art Association all members’ November 2023 show in the North Gallery of The Manson House, opens Friday, Nov 3, 2023 and closes Sun, Nov 26, 2023.
The Mansion House is located at 480 Highland Ave (City Park), Hagerstown Maryland 21740. Gallery Hours: Fridays & Saturdays 11am-4pm , Sundays 1-5pm. Admission is FREE.
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The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine presents
Cinderella at the Maryland Theatre
Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at 7:30 PM
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The State Ballet Theater of Ukraine returns to the United States to present a breathtaking two-act performance about Cinderella, one of the most beloved stories ever. With no less than 55 of the best Ukrainian performers, this respected ensemble has performed to the delight of the public around the world. This full-scale performance to music by Sergei Prokofiev and choreography by Andrei Litvinov tell the story of a beautiful girl looking for her charming prince. Finally, with the help of magic, she discovers that dreams can come true. This classic fairy tale will delight the whole family with graceful dancers, enchanting music, and beautiful costumes! | |
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Our Box Office Location is:
The Maryland Theatre
21 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Contact Our Box Office
301-790-2000
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The Maryland Theatre
Box Office Hours
Tuesday 12 PM - 6 PM
Wednesday 12 PM - 5 PM
Thursday 12 PM - 6PM
Friday 12 PM - 5 PM
The Box Office is Open
+1 Hour Prior to Showtimes
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Join the Washington County Museum friends on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. for a special preview event of Picasso on Paper: The Artist as Printmaker, 1923-72.
Enjoy light refreshments before a first look at Picasso on Paper. Cost is $12.50 for museum members, $20 for general public. Register in advance by contacting Donna Rastelli at 301-739-5727 or drastelli@wcmfa.org or at https://wcmfa.org/picasso-on-paper-the-artist-as-printmaker-1923-72.
This is the first exhibition at the museum to focus on Picasso’s work in more than 50 years. Picasso on Paper: The Artist as Printmaker, 1923-72 features 62 etchings, lithographs, and linocuts created by this renowned modern master from 1923–72. A major innovator in printmaking who produced over 2,400 graphic works during his career, this exhibition reveals the artist’s pioneering techniques in the medium. Drawn from the collection of Timothy Collins, this exhibition and museum tour was organized by Landau Traveling Exhibitions, Los Angeles, CA. This exhibition has been made possible with the support of Paul and Lotta Mellott and Visit Hagerstown Convention and Visitors Bureau.
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Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive, Hagerstown, MD 21740
Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.
301-739-5727
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Friday, November 10, 2023 at 7:30pm
in the Manger Ballroom - 4th Floor.
Felix and Fingers brings the party to The Maryland Theatre with a high energy, all request show that thrives off audience participation! From Sinatra to Lady GaGa and anything in between. Felix and Fingers plays your requests and will have you singing along.
Book your seat in the gorgeous Manger Ballroom, select from a choice of banquet tables, high top tables or general admission chairs/standing. If you wish to purchase 8 or more tickets, please call the local box office at 301-790-2000.
Cash bar with specialty dessert drinks and select concessions snacks available.
Nate Rodriquez
One night, Nate Rodriguez stumbled into a dueling piano bar that did live Karaoke. When Nate got the entire crowd singing with him to “Don’t Stop Believing,” the dueling pianists were pleasantly surprised by his voice and his performance and asked if he knew how to play the piano. He said “No, but I’ll learn.” And with that, Nate changed his life forever.
Nate’s entertainment career has taken him from coast to coast. He’s performed in over 2000 events in 15 states and marks his time in New Orleans as a major period of growth. Performing nightly on Bourbon Street for tens of thousands of guests per year, he was also mentored by some of the best musicians and performers in the country.
Jordan Michael Peterson
Jordan Michael Peterson is a small-town Nebraska boy! His mom had to make him go to his first piano lesson when he was 7 years old, but after that, she had to yell at him just to get him to stop! He played classical music and anything his teacher assigned, but everything changed when his mom bought him an Elton John songbook.
After college, Jordan went on to play with various cruise lines doing solo piano bar shows as well as full mainstage shows with a band. A cruise line guest referred him to the guys at Jellyrolls, the dueling piano bar at Walt Disney World. There he worked with the legendary Ray McGee who taught him everything he knows about entertaining a crowd. Now with Felix and Fingers his goal is always for the audience to have as much fun as he is having!
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Our Box Office Location is:
The Maryland Theatre
21 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Contact Our Box Office
301-790-2000
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The Maryland Theatre
Box Office Hours
Tuesday 12 PM - 6 PM
Wednesday 12 PM - 5 PM
Thursday 12 PM - 6PM
Friday 12 PM - 5 PM
The Box Office is Open
+1 Hour Prior to Showtimes
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This November marks the 10th Anniversary of the opening of 42 West Arts Co-op. Located at 42 West Main Street in Waynesboro, 42 West Arts Co-op is an arts and craft co-operatively owned gallery featuring the work of artists and craftsmen from Waynesboro PA and the surrounding area. To celebrate this milestone, we are hosting a retrospective exhibition of some of the many artists and craftsmen from throughout the Cumberland Valley who have shown their work in our gallery over the past ten years. The exhibit will showcase the work of both past members and guest artists whom we have had the privilege to represent. The exhibit will begin with an opening reception on November 10 and continue through the months of November and December.
We would not have been able to continue as we have without the support of the arts and business community of Waynesboro and the greater Cumberland Valley and would like to take this opportunity to thank you and our patrons for supporting us. We hope you can join us at this celebration. Admission is Free.
42 West Arts Co-op
42 West Main Street
Waynesboro, PA
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“Orphans,” by Lyle Kessler will be performed November 10-12 & 17-19, 2023.
Directed by Tom Doty with Greg Berezuk, Assistant Director
The Potomac Playmakers proudly announce auditions for the second show of the 2023-2024 Season, the gripping Lyle Kessler thriller “Orphans!” An international success throughout the world, the play details the story of two brothers: Phillip, sensitive, reclusive, never venturing out of his North Philly home; and Treat, a violent pickpocket and thief who kidnaps a mysteriously wealthy businessman. When the businessman turns the table on the two brothers, in a strange, hilarious, and moving way he becomes their long-lost father figure. Produced with kind permission from Concord Theatricals Corp. Supported in part by grants from the Maryland State Arts Council and the Washington County Arts Council.
All performances will be held at the Potomac Playmakers Performing Arts Center
17303 W. Washington Street, Hagerstown MD 21740
www.potomacplaymakers.org
potomacplaymakers@gmail.com
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FASHIONABLE DISPLAY
Frederick native Claire McCardell redefined women's fashion from the 1930s through the 1950s. She designed casual sportswear for women that was comfortable yet stylish. The Washington County of fine Arts has 12 fashions in a special display from our collection to celebrate McCardell's fashionable legacy. They can be seen through Nov. 12, 2023.
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Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive, Hagerstown, MD 21740
Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.
301-739-5727
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Sounds of Silence Tribute to Perform
In Hagerstown, MD on November 14, 2023
Live On Stage, Inc. and the Hagerstown Community Concert Association is pleased to announce 1970s Greenwich Village folk tribute as part of their 2023 - 2024 Concert Season
Original members of Burlap to Cashmere, Johnny Phillips, and Steven Delopoulos, will be performing their brand-new show The Sounds of Silence Tribute at The Maryland Theatre on Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. Advance tickets can be purchased at the Maryland Theatre Box Office or on their website www.mdtheatre.org, $30 for adults and $10 for Students aged 4-17. Lobby doors open one hour prior to the show. Theatre seating starts 45 minutes prior to the show for season/individual ticketholders, and 30 minutes prior to the show for reciprocity ticketholders. General seating, there are no assigned seats. For additional ticket information, visit the association web site at www.communityconcertshagerstown.org.
“…a memorable evening of phenomenal music!”
- Julie Ng-Castillo, Harlingen Concert Association
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The Sounds of Silence Tribute, performed by Johnny Phillips and Steven Delopoulos – original members of the award-winning group Burlap to Cashmere, is a throwback to the early 1970s Greenwich Village folk music scene. Taking audiences on a journey back to a time when lyrics and melody meant something more, their show features the music of Simon & Garfunkel, Bob Dylan, John Denver, Harry Chapin, Cat Stevens, Don McLain, and more! Click Here To View A Video Of The Sounds of Silence Tribute.
The Hagerstown Community Concert Association was first established as the "Civic Music Association” for the 1945-46 season and joined the National Community Concert Association in 1959. This all-volunteer nonprofit organization is committed to enriching the cultural life of Hagerstown through live performances. All concerts are presented at the historic downtown Maryland Theatre.
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St. Maria Goretti High School fall play…November 17 & 18, 2023 at 7:30pm
presented by the Saint Maria Goretti Players Theatre.
Showing at Otterbein United Methodist Church,
108 E Franklin Street, Hagerstown, MD 21740
Tickets--$15 per person
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- Holiday performance featuring 9 local youth studios.
- FREE and open to the public
*Event hosted by City of Hagerstown
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HCC students to perform “And Then They Came for Me”
Students from Hagerstown Community College’s Introduction to Theater course will perform “And Then They Came for Me: Remembering the World of Anne Frank,” on Friday, Nov. 17, and Saturday, Nov 18, at 7 p.m.; and Sunday, Nov. 19, at 2 p.m. All performances will be held in the Kepler Black Box Theater on HCC’s main campus.
The production is a poignant, multimedia play by award-winning playwright, James Still, weaving videotaped interviews of two teen-age friends of Anne Frank – Holocaust survivors Eva Schloss and Ed Silverberg – with live actors recreating scenes from their lives during WWII. The message of “And Then They Came for Me” resonates beyond the 20th century genocide in Europe. This powerful play speaks to the senseless persecution of people worldwide based on nationality, religion, race, and gender.
Director Mike Harsh has teamed up with former HCC student, Josiah Hixon, who is serving as the associate director of the production. Hixon went on from HCC to earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts in drama from NYU Tisch School of the Arts. Since then, he has worked in a variety of capacities on Broadway and off-Broadway, in London’s West End Theater District, and in TV and film. He is excited to return to HCC to share his experiences with this production and its cast.
Others involved in the production include Jason Buhrman as technical director, Robin Shaner as costume designer, Marlie Mitchell as technical assistant, Beebs as costume assistant, and Nevaeh Horst-Wade and Kahrisa Mann as assistant producers.
Cast members include Dorothy Brown, Ethan Buhrman, Isaiah Cook, Ellie Davis, Jonathan Diloy, Ian Ekins, Jade Fraction, Hassan Keller, Erin Kellogg, Jasmine Leonard, Luke Malott, Jennafer Pasch, Maisah Poindexter, Khaylee Porter, Victoria Queen, Yasmine Rodriguez, Ryland Simpson, and Hannah Webster.
General admission is $5, and seating is limited. HCC students, staff, and faculty can attend for free. To purchase tickets online, visit https://hcckepler.square.site/.
The production contains material depicting Nazi Germany and the Holocaust. It is produced through special arrangements with the Dramatic Publishing Company of Woodstock, Ill. For more information, contact director Mike Harsh at mgharsh@hagerstowncc.edu.
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The Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater is proud to present their final MainStage performance of 2023, The Hunchback of Notre Dame! This classic tale opens November 17, 2023.
Based on the Victor Hugo novel and songs from the Disney animated feature, The Hunchback of Notre Dame showcases the film’s Academy Award-nominated score, as well as new songs by Menken and Schwartz. A sweeping score and powerful story make The Hunchback of Notre Dame an instant classic. Audiences will be swept away by the magic of this truly unforgettable musical.
The show is preceded by Dinner featuring Dinner Rolls, Plated Salad, Dinner, Dessert, and Coffee, Tea, and Iced Tea. A Full Service Cash Bar is available. Bar tab and gratuity not included. Children under age 5 are not admitted.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame plays November 17 - December 17, 2023 on Friday and Saturday evenings at 6PM and select Sunday matinees at 1PM.
The Washington County Playhouse is located at 44 North Potomac Street, Rear. Since 1985, The Playhouse has been entertaining guests in the heart of Hagerstown's Arts and Entertainment District and City Center.
Tickets (includes dinner and show) cost $63.00 for Adults, $57.00 for Active Military and First Responders, and $53.00 for children (5-12). Tickets can be purchased at www.washingtoncountyplayhouse.com or by calling (301)739-7469.
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Handmade Hagerstown
Holiday Market
Saturday, November 18
2:00-6:30 PM
South Potomac Street
- Shop small and local this holiday season!
- Over 40 different artisan and handmade vendors will be set up along the street
- FREE Downtown Hagerstown shopping bag to the first 150 customers
*Event hosted by the City of Hagerstown.
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Downtown Tree Lighting
Saturday, November 18
5:00-6:00 PM
Public Square
- Annual downtown tree lighting in the Square!
- Santa and Mrs. Claus will be making an appearance.
- FREE hot chocolate and a bounce house
*Event hosted by City of Hagerstown
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Valley Craft Network Studio Tour
November 18-19, 2023
Celebrating 42 years- Maryland's oldest studio tour. Visit the studios of 16 artists and artisans at 13 stops during a self-guided tour through the South Mountain Corridor in Western Maryland. Celebrate the holidays with one-of-a-kind gifts: pottery, wooden ware and furnishings, fiber arts, artisan goat cheese, paintings, ciders, moonshine, jewelry and more- all handmade in Maryland. Free & open to the public. For a map and brochure go to: https://www.valleycraftnetwork.org/
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COMING SOON
Celebrate the opening of our exhibition Childhood Favorites: 100 Years of Children’s Book Illustration Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring the whole family to tour the exhibition, make kids’ art projects, enjoy story time in our “treehouse” reading area, and sing along to holiday classics performed live. The event is free.
Childhood Favorites: opens Nov. 25, 2023 and runs through March 17, 2023. With more than 140 original works from over 75 books, this exhibition explores the history of children’s literature and illustration, from the works of Beatrix Potter to the digital creations of Mo Willems. Childhood Favorites features work by Dr. Seuss, Maurice Sendak’s iconic Where the Wild Things Are, and Garth Williams’ Stuart Little. The exhibition was curated and organized by Lee Cohen and Lois Sarkisian in association with Landau Traveling Exhibitions. Exhibition Tour Management by Landau Traveling Exhibitions.
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Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive, Hagerstown, MD 21740
Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.
301-739-5727
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Stories in the Round Series
November 27, 2023
7pm-8:30pm
Beloved native son of this region, Adam Booth – founding artistic director of the nationally acclaimed SPEAK Story Series in Shepherdstown WV – returns to Stories In The Round to close out the 2023 Season. Adam says he will be telling Appalachian tales and is working on new material!
Stories In The Round is a storytelling series at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Hagerstown, 13245 Cearfoss Pike, usually on the 4th Monday of the month.
$12 in advance, $15 at the door. Payment in advance must be received before Monday, November 27. Cash or check accepted. Please make check payable to Fanny Crawford. If mailing, the address is 20011 Cherry Hill Circle, Hagerstown, MD 21742.
Contact: Fanny Crawford, 301-730-1638 or fanitsky@hotmail.com.
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Friday December 2, 2022
The official lighting of holiday lights and music on City Park lake from 6-9pm. Enjoy free family friendly activities and watch the lights turn on at 7pm on Friday, December 2.
Follow the event on Facebook for more details!
Drive through City Park and enjoy the synchronized lights and music show each evening from 5pm-11pm through January 1.
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Friday, December 8, 2023 3pm – 8pm
Saturday, December 9, 2023 10am - 4pm
University System of Maryland at Hagerstown Plaza
Christkindl Markt Hagerstown is a two-day, outdoor holiday shopping experience inside University Plaza in downtown Hagerstown! Every year the market brings hundreds of shoppers to the heart of Hagerstown at the onset of the Christmas Season. In keeping with a tradition that began in the 12th century in Germany, Christkindl Markt Hagerstown features local artisans and vendors who sell Christmas wares, imported German goods, and local food, including German traditional goodies such as Gluehwein – a spicy, warm wine that warms you from the inside and is a favorite amongst shoppers.sell Christmas wares, imported German goods, and local food, including German traditional goodies such as Gluehwein – a spicy, warm wine that warms you from the inside and is a favorite amongst shoppers. Sponsored in part by the Washington County Arts Council.
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Culture & Cocktails:
George Swearingen: Husband, Sheriff, Murderer
Did you know that one of Washington County's earliest notorious murders was committed by a young sheriff of Hagerstown? Learn all about it in this exciting true crime tale of murder most foul!
On Friday, December 8, join WCHS Curator and Programs Manager Abigail Koontz as she shares a true crime tale from 1828, when Hagerstown’s sheriff, George Swearingen, became a murderer.
This month’s cocktail is the Bloody Poinsettia, a refreshing and sparkling (and dare we say bloody good) drink that is perfect for the holiday season. Doors open at 5:30 PM and light hors d' oeuvres will be served!
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Washington County Historical Society
Miller House Museum
135 West Washington Street Hagerstown, MD 21740
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The City Ballet School Presents
The Nutcracker
Saturday, December 9 and 10, 2023
About the Show...
The Western Maryland City Ballet Company and The City Ballet School present a stunning classic! Experience the magic of ballet this holiday season as you join Clara on her enchanted journey to the land of sweets. Set to Tchaikovskys stunning score, this magical ballet is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season with your family. The Nutcracker is sure to capture your heart and become one of your favorite Christmas traditions. This holiday classic features a full cast of 100 dancers, brilliant theatrical magic and elaborate costume and set designs to delight an audience of all ages.
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Our Box Office Location is:
The Maryland Theatre
21 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Contact Our Box Office
301-790-2000
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The Maryland Theatre
Box Office Hours
Tuesday 12 PM - 6 PM
Wednesday 12 PM - 5 PM
Thursday 12 PM - 6PM
Friday 12 PM - 5 PM
The Box Office is Open
+1 Hour Prior to Showtimes
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The Maryland Theatre Presents
A Christmas Carol
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
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Our Box Office Location is:
The Maryland Theatre
21 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Contact Our Box Office
301-790-2000
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The Maryland Theatre
Box Office Hours
Tuesday 12 PM - 6 PM
Wednesday 12 PM - 5 PM
Thursday 12 PM - 6PM
Friday 12 PM - 5 PM
The Box Office is Open
+1 Hour Prior to Showtimes
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Fairytales Come to Life for Washington County Free Library’s
A Night of Enchantment Costume Ball Fundraiser
The pages of your favorite stories and legends are about to come to life! In the spirit of fostering the love of stories, imagination, and community, the Washington County Free Library invites you to don your finest fairytale and magical attire for an immersive fundraiser costume ball at the Alice Virginia and David W. Fletcher Library in Hagerstown on Saturday, December 16, 2023, from 6:30-9 PM!
Prepare to be transported to a world of wonder and whimsy as all three floors of the library transform into a realm of mermaids, knights, mystical folk, magical creatures, and a fantastical adventure for all. Allow your creativity to shine as you embody the characters who have captured our hearts within the pages of cherished books.
This evening promises delectable foods and specialty drinks fit for royalty that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to a faraway land filled with magic and wonder.
A variety of enchanting surprises await during this immersive experience, including:
- exciting games to earn points for a friendly competition between the factions throughout the evening,
- a scavenger hunt throughout the event to test keen eyes,
- creative activities and photo ops sure to capture the imagination,
- delightful music and dancing throughout the evening,
- fortune telling to offer fun insights into your own happily ever after,
- henna tattoos to leave a lasting memory of your adventure,
- vendors with a variety of magical crafts, jewelry, and wares,
- and a costume contest that will reward the most enchanting and imaginative costumes.
Proceeds from this event will enable WCFL to provide even more captivating stories, knowledge, and experiences to future generations.
Tickets are available now via Eventbrite for $45/single ticket or $80/two tickets. Follow the link to purchase tickets on the library website or visit https://wcfl-fairytale-ball.eventbrite.com. This event is for ages 21 and over.
Contact: Sarah Nadeau, Head of Public Relations, Washington County Free Library, at snadeau@washcolibrary.org or 301-241-9383
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Maryland Symphony Orchestra
Home for the Holidays
December 16 and 17, 2023
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The Maryland Theatre Hosts
Barbara Ingram School for the Arts
Holiday Spectacular
December 20, 2023 at 7 PM
December 21, 2023 at 7PM
Tickets are Available Online
Tickets can be purchased online at TicketMaster.com, by phone at 301-790-2000, or in person at our Box Office.
For groups of 8 or more, contact the Box Office Directly by Phone at 301-790-2000 to purchase.
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Our Box Office Location is:
The Maryland Theatre
21 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Contact Our Box Office
301-790-2000
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The Maryland Theatre
Box Office Hours
Tuesday 12 PM - 6 PM
Wednesday 12 PM - 5 PM
Thursday 12 PM - 6PM
Friday 12 PM - 5 PM
The Box Office is Open
+1 Hour Prior to Showtimes
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The Maryland Theatre Presents
Middletown Valley Bank Krumpe's Donut Drop
Saturday, December 31, 2024
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Our Box Office Location is:
The Maryland Theatre
21 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Contact Our Box Office
301-790-2000
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The Maryland Theatre
Box Office Hours
Tuesday 12 PM - 6 PM
Wednesday 12 PM - 5 PM
Thursday 12 PM - 6PM
Friday 12 PM - 5 PM
The Box Office is Open
+1 Hour Prior to Showtimes
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Marie Osmond in Concert
with Special Guest David Osmond
Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024 at 7:00 PM
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About the Show...
Marie Osmond has spent over 6 iconic decades in the entertainment business performing as a successful singer, television performer and talk show host, dancer, actor, author, entrepreneur and public speaker. She has continued to maintain relevance, remaining an instantly recognizable figure across the globe.
Pre-sales may be limited to availability. For groups of 4 or more, contact the Box Office Directly by Phone at 301-790-2000 to purchase.
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Our Box Office Location is:
The Maryland Theatre
21 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Contact Our Box Office
301-790-2000
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The Maryland Theatre
Box Office Hours
Tuesday 12 PM - 6 PM
Wednesday 12 PM - 5 PM
Thursday 12 PM - 6PM
Friday 12 PM - 5 PM
The Box Office is Open
+1 Hour Prior to Showtimes
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Opportunities for Artists
Explore MSAC grants and opportunities available to independent artists, click here for details.
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The Washington County Arts Council, Inc. is funded by a grant from the Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC), an agency of the Department of Business & Economic Development. | |
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The Washington County Arts Council is a proud member of
County Arts Agencies of Maryland,
Maryland Citizens for the Arts, and Americans for the Arts
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Washington County Arts Council. Your information was obtained from
at least one of the following methods: signing our guest book,
becoming a member, donating, entering a contest, or exhibiting with us.
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