Are you ready for some hot summer entertainment? Whether your idea of fun involves theater, music, festivals, outdoor activities or learning something new, we've got your entertainment guide right here in NXT Best!
Behind-the-Scenes Archaeology
Monday, July 1 - 2 p.m.
Visitor Center
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
171 Shoreline Drive
Harpers Ferry, W.Va.
History of Harpers Ferry. Part of a series of presentations from Harpers Ferry National Historical Park’s cultural resource specialist and archaeologist, Darlene Hassler . Call 304-535-6029 or go to https://www.nps.gov/hafe/index.htm .
At the Forefront of the Armies: The Role of the Cavalry During the Maryland Campaign
Monday, July 1 - 7 p.m.
McKinley Hall
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
209 W. Main St.
Sharpsburg
Part of Civil War Lecture Series. Presented by local historian Brad Gottfried. Sponsored by the Jacob Rohrbach Inn. Lecture is free. Drawing for an autographed book or a Civil War print with purchase of $5 ticket. Parking area off alley, and on Main and Hall streets. Go to tinyurl.com/3ecxvurk or call 301-432-5079.
From the Harp with Love
Tuesday, July 2 - 7 p.m.
St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church Utica
10621 Old Frederick Road
Thurmont, Md.
Maryland Summer Harp Institute professional faculty harp quartet. GreenSpring Foundation annual Maryland Summer Concert Series. Free-will offering to support GreenSpring's community outreach music education programs. Go to www.greenspringmusic.org .
The Art of the Harp
Wednesday, July 3 - 7 p.m.
St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church Utica
10621 Old Frederick Road
Thurmont, Md.
Student soloists from the Maryland Summer Harp Institute . GreenSpring Foundation annual Maryland Summer Concert Series. Free-will offering to support GreenSpring's community outreach music education programs. Go to www.greenspringmusic.org .
Maryland License-Free Fishing Day
Thursday, July 4
Any tidal and nontidal waters in Maryland
No fishing license, trout stamp or registration needed, but participants must follow all current regulations, including size and catch limits. Call 866-344-8889.
Harp Ensemble's Grand Finale Concert
Friday, July 5 - 4 p.m.
St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church Utica
10621 Old Frederick Road
Thurmont, Md.
The Maryland Summer Harp Institute Ensemble . Classical, contemporary, Celtic and jazz music. GreenSpring Foundation annual Maryland Summer Concert Series. Free-will offering to support GreenSpring's community outreach music education programs. Go to www.greenspringmusic.org .
Over the Mountain Studio Tour Summer Show
Friday, July 5 - reception 5 to 8 p.m., exhibit Saturday, July 6 - 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, July 7 - 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Evolve Shepherdstown
106 W. German St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Artwork by Over the Mountain Studio Tour artists and artisans. Meet the artists on Friday. Basketry, glass, painting, mixed media, graphic art, fiber and textiles, metals, ceramics, wood, paper, plants, leather, lapidary and more. Free parking on weekends. Go to www.overthemountainstudiotour.com/ .
The Happiest Man on Earth
Friday, July 5, through Sunday, July 28 - For schedule, go to https://tinyurl.com/55m93znb or call 304-876-3704.
Shepherdstown Opera House
131 W. German St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Play based on the memoir of the same name by Eddie Jaku (a survivor of Nazi Germany). Produced and presented by the Contemporary American Theater Festival at Shepherd University. 85 minutes. $70 ($60 seniors). Go to https://tinyurl.com/55m93znb or call 304-876-3704.
Naked Eye
Saturday, July 6 - 10 a.m. to noon
Brooke's House Coffee & Chocolate Shop
1083 Maryland Ave.
Hagerstown
Classic rock. Call 240-203-8183. Go to brookeshousecoffeeandchocolate.com/ .
'War on Our Doorsteps'
Saturdays, July 6, through Oct. 26 - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Pry House Field Hospital Museum
18906 Shepherdstown Pike
Keedysville
Temporary installation re-staging the exhibition of Alexander Gardner’s photographs taken at Antietam in September 1862. 3-D theatre to view the photos. $3. Call 301-416-2395.
First West Virginia Moonshine Festival
Saturday, July 6 - 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The Barn of Harpers Ferry
1062 W. Washington St.
Harpers Ferry, W.Va.
Bourbons, whiskey, moonshines, cigars, beer truck, cocktails, tastings, live music, food trucks, bottle sales and more. Admission is $10. Call 855-935-2276.
Caribbean Carnival
Saturday, July 6 - noon to 8 p.m.
South Potomac Street
Hagerstown
Celebration of Caribbean culture. Live music and DJ, food, kids' area. Drink cup available for ages 21 and older. Presented by Vibez Lounge & Tribe Cold Press. Sponsored by the city of Hagerstown. Free admission.
Jerk N Vibes Fest
Saturday, July 6 - 1 to 6 p.m.
University Plaza
50 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
Reggae music, jerk chicken. Sponsored by the city of Hagerstown.
Waynesboro Children’s Theatre Troupe
Saturday, July 6 - 1 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Show tunes. Admission is free. Donations appreciated. For more information, email music@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.
Andy Angel Quartet
Sunday, July 7 - 2 to 5 p.m.
Pen Mar Park
14600 Pen Mar-High Rock Road
Cascade
Music and dancing. Part of Jim and Fay Powers Music Series at Pen Mar Park. Call 240-313-2700 or go to www.washco-md.net .
Franklin County Fair
Sunday, July 7, through Saturday, July 13 - 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Chambersburg Rod & Gun Club
3725 Warm Spring Road
Chambersburg, Pa.
Tractor pulling, Bullride Mania Rodeo , Kids' Pedal Pull, music (including David King , The Elvis Experience , The Reagan Years , BrushFire , Kickin' It Classy , line dancing, karaoke contest), food (Big Boy Hoagies, country ham sandwiches, fresh cut fries, homemade ice cream, fresh doughnuts, pork burgers, more), baby barnyard, vendors, inflatables, auction. Free admission. $5 parking per car Monday through Thursday, $20 parking per car Friday and Saturday. Go to www.franklincountyfair.org .
Healing Rooms of Hagerstown
Sunday, July 7 - 5 to 7 p.m.
Pathway Community Church
1028 Salem Ave.
Hagerstown
Prayer team members pray for attendees' healing of body/life. Go to tinyurl.com/yc4wjrk2 , email htownhealingrooms@gmail.com or call 717-597-8077.
This article originally appeared on The Herald-Mail: What's NXT: Caribbean vibes in Hagerstown, moonshine and drama in W.Va., and free fishing!
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