September Song presents The Hunchback of Notre Dame
2025-08-15 19:00 - 21:30, 2025-08-16 14:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Carroll Community College Scott Theatre, 1601 Washington Rd, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
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. Peter Parnell’s new book embraces story theatre and features verbatim passages from Hugo’s gothic novel.
September Song Musical Theatre (SSMT) has organized and performed a Broadway musical for the past fifty one years. Founded by two educators, Arnie Hayes and Robert “Doc” Kersey, September Song is a non-profit community theatre based in Carroll County Maryland that annually draws a talented cast and production staff from Carroll, Baltimore, Howard, Anne Arundel, and Frederick Counties, as well as Baltimore City and Pennsylvania. We are dedicated to spreading a quality gift of the arts through musical theatre to all of our participants on and off stage as well as to our audiences of all ages.

Carroll County Master Gardeners Heirloom Tomato Festival
2025-08-16 08:00 - 13:00 | Carroll County Agriculture Center, 706 Agricultural Center Dr, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
Learn how to grow heirloom tomatoes and collect and save their seeds
Taste dozens of heirloom varieties
Collect tomato recipes
Meet Miss Tomato
Guess how many tomatoes are in the jar; correct guess wins a prize!
See delicious tomato dishes on display
Learn how to control garden pests
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
If you need special assistance to participate in this program, contact the University of Maryland
Extension Carroll County Office 410-386-2760 by Friday, August 2, 2025.

Taneytown Farmers Market
2025-08-16 08:00 - 13:00, 2025-08-23 08:00 - 13:00, 2025-08-30 08:00 - 13:00 | Thunderhead Bowl & Grill, 4337 Old Taneytown Rd, Taneytown, MD, 21787, United States
Come enjoy shopping for fresh produce, baked goods, plants, and crafts. Also, enjoy local music artists brought to you from a partnership with Carroll Arts, Envision Taneytown, and the Reindollar Carriage House!

Hampstead Farmers' Market
2025-08-16 08:30 - 12:00, 2025-08-23 08:30 - 12:00, 2025-08-30 08:30 - 12:00 | Coppermine Pantherplex (formerly NCHS), 1400 Panther Dr, Hampstead, MD, 21074, United States
Visitors can usually expect to shop for local, farm-fresh produce, meats, free-range eggs, a wide variety of baked goods, jams and jellies, salsas, marinated olives and olive oils, annual and perennials, fresh cut flowers, local honey, locally-roasted coffee, handmade soap, a variety of quality, locally created artisan items and crafts, cheeses, and much more!
The market normally welcomes anywhere from 25-40 vendors each Saturday. There is no charge for admission, free parking, and handicap accessibility. The market still features live music and freshly prepared breakfast for purchase each Saturday (another way of supporting local artists, nonprofits and local businesses).

Sykesville Sippin' on Summer Festival
2025-08-16 12:00 - 16:00 | Sykesville Main Street, 7547 Main St, Sykesville, MD, 21784, United States
Join us for unlimited sampling (limited number of tickets available) of an array of unique hard seltzers, ciders, and awesome beers, all right here on Sykesville Main Street!
The event is rain or shine.
When: August 16, 2025 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Where: Sykesville Main Street
Cost: Tasting Tickets and Guest Tickets Coming Soon!!
Please bring your ID and tickets. Guests can also be checked in under the name on the ticket.

Taneytown History Museum: Taneytown A-Z
2025-08-16 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-17 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-23 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-24 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-30 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-31 13:00 - 16:00 | Taneytown History & Heritage Museum, 340 East Baltimore St., Taneytown, MD, 21787, United States
A-Z AT THE TANEYTOWN HISTORY MUSEUM APRIL 27 – NOVEMBER 16, 2025.
THIS MUSEUM EXHIBIT INCLUDES ARTIFACTS, STORIES AND MEMORABILIA FROM THE PAST HOW TANEYTOWN HAS EVERYTHING A-Z. THERE WILL BE A NEW SCAVENGER HUNT AS WELL.
FREE ADMISSION. THERE WILL BE COLLECTORS CORNER SHOWCASING”DISNEY BABIES”. OPENING DAY IS SUNDAY, APRIL 27TH @ 1PM. PARKING IN BACK OF MUSEUM, WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE, GIFT SHOP.

Secret Garden Music, Arts & Wine Festival
2025-08-17 12:00 - 19:00 | Carroll County Farm Museum, 500 South Center St, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
Sunday, August 17th – R&B/Go Go
FOOD VENDORS
RETAIL VENDORS
RAIN OR SHINE EVENT
The Secret Garden Wine Festivals are held & hosted by an external vendor. Event hours, admission, ticketing, rules, etc. are subjected to that vendors discretion. Please no pets or outside alcohol.
Learn more by visiting them on Facebook.

Box Lunch Talk: The History of Lacrosse in Carroll County Public Schools
2025-08-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Grace Lutheran Church, 21 Carroll Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
Presented by Brian Booz
Brian Booz started as a history/social studies teacher and coach in Carroll County Public Schools (CCPS) in the ’70s. He coached football and basketball and then started the lacrosse program. One of his students became an All-American lacrosse player for McDaniel. Brian went on to be the principal at Francis Scott Key, South Carroll, and Century High Schools, before retiring from CCPS in 2002 and joining the faculty of Gettysburg College. He is an excellent raconteur who will share the history of bringing lacrosse into the county.

As always, there is no registration for Box Lunch Talks. You bring your lunch, and we provide the drinks and desserts (thanks to our volunteers and staff). The cost is $3 for HSCC members and $5 for nonmembers.
Questions? Please contact Laura Bankard, Outreach & Events Director at lbankard@hsccmd.org or 410.848.6494 ext. 200.

Mount Airy Farmers Market
2025-08-20 15:00 - 19:00, 2025-08-27 15:00 - 19:00 | Watkins Park, 615 Center St., Mount Airy, 21771, United States
The opportunity to shop, buy and support local farms and businesses awaits at the Mount Airy Farmers Market!
Open Wednesdays from 3 to 7 p.m. May 7 to Sept. 24, the market features dozens of vendors with a wide variety of products including produce, jewelry, microgreens, salsa, honey, meat, eggs, clothing, home décor and more! Operating rain or shine, the market is held in beautiful Watkins Park (615 Center St.) featuring ample parking for vendors and visitors alike as well as an all inclusive playground right by the event!
Each market date is different as we not only feature full and part time vendors but also area nonprofits and an exciting free entertainment option to include live music, animal ambassadors, hay rides throughout the park and classes.
Don’t miss out on being a part of one of the biggest events of the warm weather season! Come check out the Mount Airy Farmers Market!

Westminster Kindness Stroll Kick Off Celebration
2025-08-21 16:00 - 18:00 | Locust Lane – Downtown Westminster, 47 East Main St, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
Join Mayor Becker and Carroll County Students to begin the 3rd Annual Westminster Kindness Stroll!
Learn how you can support the community and stroll Downtown Westminster to see and vote for student art in support of local nonprofits.
Location: Locust Lane, Main Street, Westminster
Time: 4p – 6p (opening remarks promptly at 4)
Cost: Free (donations encouraged)
For more info visit https://www.ActionForKindness.org

Carroll County Kidz’ Funfest!
2025-08-23 11:00 - 15:00 | Carroll County Farm Museum, 500 South Center St, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
More information coming soon!
ACTIVITIES:
Entertainment
Farmyard Friends
Yard & Sports Games
Face Painting
Story Stroll
Gaga Pit
Scavenger Hunt
Farm-Themed Playground
Children’s Activity Tent
Farm Museum Artisans
Craft Marketplace
Food Vendors

Music in the Park - presented by The Hampstead Train Station
2025-08-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Hampstead War Memorial Park, 1215 North Main St., Hampstead, MD, 21074, United States
Music in the Park 2025 season beginning June 7th thru September 13th.
A different band will perform at each event.
Music Acts: TBA
Time: 6:00-8:00 PM
Where: Hampstead War Memorial Park, 1215 North Main Street.
Free: Admission, parking
Snacks will be available for purchase or bring your own food and drink; throw down a blanket, bring a chair.
FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT.
For additional information please go to Hampsteadtrainstation.com or visit our Facebook Page.

Westminster Municipal Band - Concert in Belle Grove Square
2025-08-24 18:00 - 19:30 | Belle Grove Square, West Green St. & Bond St., Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
Come one, come all to Belle Grove Square on Sunday August 24th for the Westminster Band’s end of summer concert beginning at 6:00 p.m.
Free fun for all ages! Bring a chair or blanket for seating. In the event of rain, this event will be canceled

Falsettos
2025-08-29 19:00 - 21:30, 2025-08-30 19:00 - 21:30 | Synergy Space Dance Studio, 519 Old Westminster Pike, Westminster, 21157, United States
Welcome to Falsettoland!
Witness the hilarious and heartbreaking Tony award winning musical.
The story centers around Marvin who has left his wife and child to be with his male lover. Will he be able to keep his family together?

Downtown Westminster Farmers Market
2025-08-30 08:00 - 12:00 | Historic Downtown Westminster, 15 East Main St, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
The Downtown Westminster Farmers Market is a must-visit destination for the freshest flavors of Carroll County, proudly connecting our community to the farmers, food producers, and small businesses who grow and produce what they sell. After over 30 years, we remain the oldest ‘producer-only’ market boasting the longest season of any market in the county!
Each Saturday from May 17th through November 22nd 2025, visitors can shop an abundant selection of seasonal produce, fresh fruits, pasture-raised beef, pork, chicken, and lamb, as well as farm-fresh eggs, artisan baked breads, sweet treats, handcrafted tea blends, locally roasted coffee, prepared foods, and so much more.
We’re especially excited to introduce new locally sourced offerings this season, including raw honey, gourmet mushrooms, and pasture-raised lamb.
In addition to incredible food, the 2025 season features an exciting calendar of special events, with family-friendly activities happening throughout the summer. Enjoy live demonstrations, hands-on children’s experiences, animal meet-and-greets, and interactive learning opportunities designed to inspire curiosity and connection.
Whether you’re a longtime supporter or a first-time guest, we invite you to join us this season to eat well, shop local, and experience the energy of a true community farmers market. Come meet your farmers, support small businesses, and enjoy the best of Maryland’s growing season — right in the heart of downtown Westminster!

Art Workshop: Baltimore Folk Art Painted Screen
2025-08-30 10:00 - 13:00 | Carroll Arts Center, 91 West Main St, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
One Day Workshop
Instructor: Michael Seipp
Bring your friends and have a great time being creative & inspired!
Description: The workshop includes a history of the art of the Baltimore painted screen, materials and techniques to create a beautiful screen and painting a miniature screen. Peek behind Baltimore’s painted screens and discover a burst of color, creativity, and community pride. What started as a clever way to block curious eyes became a bold folk-art movement, turning rowhouse windows into vibrant canvases and everyday streets into open-air galleries.
Materials provided include:
Screening
Paint
Brushes
Draft compositions
Miscellaneous tools
Preservative
Envelope frame
Instructor Bio:
Michael is a Baltimorean who worked in the field of community development for fifty years. In 2006, he started dabbling in two-dimensional art mainly with charcoals and ink. In 2010 he rediscovered Baltimore’s painted screens and started painting screens for family and friends. His work has grown over the years. He now holds regular workshops introducing this beautiful Baltimore folk art to anyone who will listen. He is a member of the Hamilton Art Gallery and is connected with the Creative Alliance, the B and O Railroad Museum and the Maryland Center for History and Culture where his work is regularly shown.

Back to school Health and wellness fair
2025-08-30 10:00 - 15:00 | Westminster elementary 811 Uniontown Rd, Westminster, MD 21158, 811 Uniontown Rd, Westminster, MD, 21158, United States
Join Goodwill Housing Strategies Inc. for our Back to School Wellness Fair — a vibrant community event focused on health, wellness, and preparing families for a successful school year. This family-friendly fair will feature free massages, health screenings, wellness demonstrations, school supply giveaways, and community resource information.
We will be at Westminster Elementary School 811 Uniontown Rd, Westminster, MD 21158
We are actively seeking vendors and sponsors to participate. Booth rental is only $250, providing access to hundreds of attendees. This is an excellent opportunity for local businesses, nonprofits, and healthcare providers to engage with the Carroll County community. Call 443-608-0765 for more information

Sykesville Historic Colored Schoolhouse: Back to School Open House
2025-08-30 12:00 - 14:00 | Sykesville Historic Colored Schoolhouse, 115 Schoolhouse Road, Sykesville, 21784, United States
At this open house, learn about the Sykesville Schoolhouse from longtime volunteer, Pat Greenwald. Hear about the site’s restoration and how it has served the community over the years.
This is the third and last open house at the schoolhouse for summer 2025, and will begin with a seated talk lasting approximately 45 min to an hour, followed by questions and free exploration of the space. Doors will be left open with space to explore temporary exhibits at the back of the schoolhouse during the talk.
No charge for admission to the talk or to view the space.
