In this puppet performance, experience the story of a young boy who decides to escape slavery through the Underground Railroad. On his bold journey, the boy encounters free blacks, whites who are willing to help, and slave catchers. Featuring a variety of puppets — rod puppets, hand puppets, and wood cut-outs — constructed by Schroeder
McDaniel College’s art department showcases work by McDaniel College seniors Rowan Berti of Wilmington, Delaware, Skylar Blackbull of Crownpoint, New Mexico, Kelsey Bosley of Manchester, Maryland, Kate Cramer of Glen Rock, Pennsylvania, Grace Harshman of Hagerstown, Maryland, and Juliana Stolkovich of Littlestown, Pennsylvania. Reception: Thursday, Feb. 23, 5:30-7:30 p.m., with a gallery talk at 6
The Painted Screen Society of Baltimore presents a show that highlights the unique art form of screen painting. The technique was first introduced to Baltimore by William Oktavec, a Czech grocer, in 1913. Today, screen painting is an urban folk art style still seen on the doors and windows of the city’s rowhomes. Reception: Thursday,
Author Diane Boettcher has contributed to the restoration of the Ellsworth Cemetery in Westminster. As part of this important project, Diane annotated the 1900 edition of the Reverend John Baptist Snowden’s autobiography for modern audiences. She will share history about Snowden’s journey from enslavement to ministry and fatherhood, as well as share other stories of
ALL YOU CAN EAT BUFFET hot buttermilk, blueberry, and chocolate chip pancakes delicious Hahn’s sausage and refreshing cinnamon applesauce Tickets can be purchased at the door. $6.00 Adults / $3.00 children ages 4-11 Children under 4 are free. *Family package: $20.00 for family of 5 or more Visit our website to print a FREE TICKET
The Painted Screen Society of Baltimore presents a show that highlights the unique art form of screen painting. The technique was first introduced to Baltimore by William Oktavec, a Czech grocer, in 1913. Today, screen painting is an urban folk art style still seen on the doors and windows of the city’s rowhomes. Reception: Thursday,
McDaniel College’s art department showcases work by McDaniel College seniors Rowan Berti of Wilmington, Delaware, Skylar Blackbull of Crownpoint, New Mexico, Kelsey Bosley of Manchester, Maryland, Kate Cramer of Glen Rock, Pennsylvania, Grace Harshman of Hagerstown, Maryland, and Juliana Stolkovich of Littlestown, Pennsylvania. Reception: Thursday, Feb. 23, 5:30-7:30 p.m., with a gallery talk at 6
McDaniel College’s art department showcases work by McDaniel College seniors Rowan Berti of Wilmington, Delaware, Skylar Blackbull of Crownpoint, New Mexico, Kelsey Bosley of Manchester, Maryland, Kate Cramer of Glen Rock, Pennsylvania, Grace Harshman of Hagerstown, Maryland, and Juliana Stolkovich of Littlestown, Pennsylvania. Reception: Thursday, Feb. 23, 5:30-7:30 p.m., with a gallery talk at 6
The Painted Screen Society of Baltimore presents a show that highlights the unique art form of screen painting. The technique was first introduced to Baltimore by William Oktavec, a Czech grocer, in 1913. Today, screen painting is an urban folk art style still seen on the doors and windows of the city’s rowhomes. Reception: Thursday,
The Painted Screen Society of Baltimore presents a show that highlights the unique art form of screen painting. The technique was first introduced to Baltimore by William Oktavec, a Czech grocer, in 1913. Today, screen painting is an urban folk art style still seen on the doors and windows of the city’s rowhomes. Reception: Thursday,
McDaniel College’s art department showcases work by McDaniel College seniors Rowan Berti of Wilmington, Delaware, Skylar Blackbull of Crownpoint, New Mexico, Kelsey Bosley of Manchester, Maryland, Kate Cramer of Glen Rock, Pennsylvania, Grace Harshman of Hagerstown, Maryland, and Juliana Stolkovich of Littlestown, Pennsylvania. Reception: Thursday, Feb. 23, 5:30-7:30 p.m., with a gallery talk at 6
20th Annual Foreign Film Festival! Bhutan; 2019; 1 hr 50 mins; NR (some smoking and alcohol) A disillusioned schoolteacher is transferred to the most remote school in the world, cut off from modern life deep in the Himalayan glaciers. In a classroom with no electricity or even a blackboard, he finds himself with only a
20th Annual Foreign Film Festival! Bhutan; 2019; 1 hr 50 mins; NR (some smoking and alcohol) A disillusioned schoolteacher is transferred to the most remote school in the world, cut off from modern life deep in the Himalayan glaciers. In a classroom with no electricity or even a blackboard, he finds himself with only a
Enjoy food, fun, and local history! Get to know the people in our community who are preserving the stories of our county's past. Attend programs and visit exhibitors, including museums, historical societies, and historic sites. See the History Day projects from Carroll County students on the 2022–2023 theme "Frontiers in History." This event is free
The Painted Screen Society of Baltimore presents a show that highlights the unique art form of screen painting. The technique was first introduced to Baltimore by William Oktavec, a Czech grocer, in 1913. Today, screen painting is an urban folk art style still seen on the doors and windows of the city’s rowhomes. Reception: Thursday,
McDaniel College’s art department showcases work by McDaniel College seniors Rowan Berti of Wilmington, Delaware, Skylar Blackbull of Crownpoint, New Mexico, Kelsey Bosley of Manchester, Maryland, Kate Cramer of Glen Rock, Pennsylvania, Grace Harshman of Hagerstown, Maryland, and Juliana Stolkovich of Littlestown, Pennsylvania. Reception: Thursday, Feb. 23, 5:30-7:30 p.m., with a gallery talk at 6
TICKETS SOLD AT THE DOOR ONLY! “Bullriding” presented by the International Bull Riders. Back for two Saturday nights this February 25th and March 4th! Watch as the top bullriders battle for final standings. Located indoors, at the Carroll County Ag. Center in Westminster, MD. Doors open at 5pm, and the show starts at 7pm. Admission
Maestro Alif Laila is a Bangladeshi-American who will share, through her sitar, the ever-blooming beauty of the rich heritage of South Asian classical music popularly known as Indian Classical music. She will be performing Indian classical raags (ragas) accompanied by tabla (Indian classical double drums). Raags are specific melodic themes that are composed to a
McDaniel College’s art department showcases work by McDaniel College seniors Rowan Berti of Wilmington, Delaware, Skylar Blackbull of Crownpoint, New Mexico, Kelsey Bosley of Manchester, Maryland, Kate Cramer of Glen Rock, Pennsylvania, Grace Harshman of Hagerstown, Maryland, and Juliana Stolkovich of Littlestown, Pennsylvania. Reception: Thursday, Feb. 23, 5:30-7:30 p.m., with a gallery talk at 6
This original one-act play with music revolves around the most famous incident in the history of the Underground Railroad in Ohio: the story of Addison White, an escaped slave, and his rescue by the citizens of the town of Mechanicsburg, Ohio. This play brings history to life through original songs and an array of characters
McDaniel College’s art department showcases work by McDaniel College seniors Rowan Berti of Wilmington, Delaware, Skylar Blackbull of Crownpoint, New Mexico, Kelsey Bosley of Manchester, Maryland, Kate Cramer of Glen Rock, Pennsylvania, Grace Harshman of Hagerstown, Maryland, and Juliana Stolkovich of Littlestown, Pennsylvania. Reception: Thursday, Feb. 23, 5:30-7:30 p.m., with a gallery talk at 6
McDaniel College hosts the annual Black History Month Convocation in recognition of Black History Month featuring Maia Chaka, the NFL’s first Black woman referee. For more information, email odei@mcdaniel.edu or call 410-857-2459.
For all ages. Carroll County Public Library is proud to unveil a full-size barn quilt that will be displayed on the side of Exploration Commons at 50 East and the Westminster Branch on March 1, 2023. We invite the community to watch the unveiling at 12 Noon on March 1, either in-person or through Facebook
McDaniel College’s art department showcases work by McDaniel College seniors Rowan Berti of Wilmington, Delaware, Skylar Blackbull of Crownpoint, New Mexico, Kelsey Bosley of Manchester, Maryland, Kate Cramer of Glen Rock, Pennsylvania, Grace Harshman of Hagerstown, Maryland, and Juliana Stolkovich of Littlestown, Pennsylvania. Reception: Thursday, Feb. 23, 5:30-7:30 p.m., with a gallery talk at 6
A screening of the documentary “Picture a Scientist” (2020, 103 min., PG-13), which chronicles several prominent women scientists, kicks off Women’s History Month. A discussion about gender equity in science along with the challenges and opportunities of diversifying STEM career fields follows the screening. Call 410-857-2400 for more information.
McDaniel College’s art department showcases work by McDaniel College seniors Rowan Berti of Wilmington, Delaware, Skylar Blackbull of Crownpoint, New Mexico, Kelsey Bosley of Manchester, Maryland, Kate Cramer of Glen Rock, Pennsylvania, Grace Harshman of Hagerstown, Maryland, and Juliana Stolkovich of Littlestown, Pennsylvania. Reception: Thursday, Feb. 23, 5:30-7:30 p.m., with a gallery talk at 6
Note: the show contains adult material and is intended for mature audiences McDaniel College’s theatre arts department presents “Heathers The Musical,” based on the 1980s cult film classic “Heathers,” written by Kevin Murphy and Laurence O’Keefe. The production at McDaniel is guest directed by Lynn Sharp Spears with Alison Shafer serving as musical director and
McDaniel College’s art department showcases work by McDaniel College seniors Rowan Berti of Wilmington, Delaware, Skylar Blackbull of Crownpoint, New Mexico, Kelsey Bosley of Manchester, Maryland, Kate Cramer of Glen Rock, Pennsylvania, Grace Harshman of Hagerstown, Maryland, and Juliana Stolkovich of Littlestown, Pennsylvania. Reception: Thursday, Feb. 23, 5:30-7:30 p.m., with a gallery talk at 6
McDaniel College’s art department showcases work by McDaniel College seniors Rowan Berti of Wilmington, Delaware, Skylar Blackbull of Crownpoint, New Mexico, Kelsey Bosley of Manchester, Maryland, Kate Cramer of Glen Rock, Pennsylvania, Grace Harshman of Hagerstown, Maryland, and Juliana Stolkovich of Littlestown, Pennsylvania. Reception: Thursday, Feb. 23, 5:30-7:30 p.m., with a gallery talk at 6
The Ballet Theatre of Maryland showcases the versatility of their dynamic dancers with newly commissioned and existing classical and contemporary works. This show uses dance to explore emotions and themes relevant to all of us presented through a medium that reaches beyond words.
The Americans with Disabilities Act applies to the Carroll County Government and its programs, services, activities, and facilities. Anyone requiring an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or who has a complaint should contact The Department of Citizen Services, ada@carrollcountymd.gov, 410.386.3600 or 1.888.302.8978 or MD Relay 7-1-1/1.800.735.2258 as soon as possible but no later than 72 hours before the scheduled event.
