The Big Lebowski, blues and comedy, Jill Fulton and … Ricky Skaggs! It's NXT Best!

Finish off summer with some hot 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!

Movie Night: The Boys in the Boat

Tuesday, Sept. 3 - 6 p.m.

Smithsburg Library Community Room

66 W. Water St.

Smithsburg

Biographical sports drama. Rated PG-13. Free admission. To register, call 301-824-7722.

The National Road

Wednesday, Sept. 4 - 7 p.m.

Robert C. Byrd Center Auditorium

Shepherd University

213 N. King St.

Shepherdstown, W.Va.

Lecture presented by Tiffany Ahalt of the National Road Heritage Foundation. Part of the 2024 Historic Shepherdstown Speaker Series. Free. Call 304-876-0910, email hsc1786@gmail.com or go to historicshepherdstown.com .

6th Annual Washington Goes Purple Exhibit

Thursday, Sept. 5 - opening reception 5 to 7 p.m., exhibit continues through Oct. 1 - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays; online beginning Saturday, Sept. 7

Washington County Arts Council

34 S. Potomac St.

Hagerstown

Theme is "Happiness by Choice — ReStory Your Life." Artwork explores themes of recovery from substance use and mental health challenges. Go to https://www.washingtoncountyarts.com/ .

Jill Fulton Band

Friday, Sept. 6 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.

Music Makers

46 W. Main St.

Waynesboro, Pa.

Classic rock, country, blues and soul. Free admission. Donations appreciated. For more information, email music@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.

The Big Lebowski

Friday, Sept. 6 - opening party 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., film 7 p.m.

Shepherdstown Opera House

131 W. German St.

Shepherdstown, W.Va.

Comedy. ShepherdstownFilm Society opening party. Costumes encouraged. Popcorn, soft drinks, wine and beer available for purchase. General admission, pay-what-you-will. Advanced reservations encouraged, due to limited seating. Go to OperaHouseLive.com . Call 304-876-3704.

U.S. Army Blues

Friday, Sept. 6 - 6:15 p.m.

Hagerstown Community College Alumni Amphitheater

11400 Robinwood Drive

Hagerstown

Jazz ensemble. Hosted by Hagerstown Community College's Alumni Association. Concessions available for purchase. May bring lawn chairs/blankets. Free admission. For more information and weather updates, email lsstewart@hagerstowncc.edu or call 240-500-2346.

Tyrone Vaughan with Hot Texas Sun

Friday, Sept. 6 - 8 to 10:30 p.m.

Hub City Vinyl

28 E. Baltimore St.

Hagerstown

Blues. $17.85. Go to https://liveathubcityvinyl.com/all-events/ or call 301-800-9390.

Historic Architecture of Washington County Bus Tour

Saturday, Sept. 7 - 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Meet at JCPenney parking lot

Suite 400

17301 Valley Mall Road

Hagerstown

Sites include Groh Mansion, Ringgold Meeting House, Stone Field and Saylor House. Hosted by the Washington County Historical Society . Guided by WCHS’ Executive Director Andy Stout, WCHS staff and board members. $65 includes lunch, snacks and drinks, along with a WCHS membership. Call 301-797-8782, email info@washcohistory.org or go to washcohistory.org/events/ .

53rd Annual Boonesborough Days

Saturday, Sept. 7, and Sunday, Sept. 8 - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Shafer Park

241 Potomac St.

Boonsboro

Traditional and early American handmade crafts, paintings and unique gifts. Historical demonstrations. More than 160 exhibitors, Civil War display and artifacts, Tri State Astronomers, food and more. Leashed dogs welcome. Sponsored by Boonsboro Historical Society . Free admission. Donations welcome at Boonsboro Historical Society’s booth. Proceeds benefit local historical preservation and community programs.

Naked Eye

Saturday, Sept. 7 - 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/ .

Make Me Laugh Comedy Cookout

Saturday, Sept. 7 - 3 to 8 p.m.

University Plaza

50 W. Washington St.

Hagerstown

Hosted by Chad Beadle . DJ Bizzy and local comedians Jimmy Hayes Jr., Simone Le Ann, Sandy Bernstein, Herricane, Sean Savoy and Chris Ables . Meet and greet with special guest Hailey Welch. Food vendors. Exhibit NFL team pride and receive complimentary entry. Sponsored by the city of Hagerstown.

Trick Bag

Saturday, Sept. 7 - 6 to 8 p.m.

Upper Stem Brewery

20150 Leitersburg Pike

Hagerstown

Blues, rock and folk. Food truck. Call 301-848-9527.

Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder

Saturday, Sept. 7 - 7:30 p.m.

Luhrs Center

475 Lancaster Drive

Shippensburg, Pa.

Country. $39 to $59. Go to https://luhrscenter.com/events/ or call 717- 477-7469.

Tanasi with Long Meadow Mining Company

Saturday, Sept. 7 - 8 to 10:30 p.m.

Hub City Vinyl

28 E. Baltimore St.

Hagerstown

Country. $23.18. Go to https://liveathubcityvinyl.com/all-events/ or call 301-800-9390.

Back to Back

Sunday, Sept. 8 - 2 to 5 p.m.

Pen Mar Park

14600 Pen Mar Road

Highfield-Cascade

Music and dancing. Part of Jim and Fay Powers Music Series. Free. Call 240-313-2700 or go to www.washco-md.net .

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