What's NXT: Going back to your roots, a trip on the National Road and a Potter parody
Whether your idea of fun involves theater, music, festivals, outdoor activities or learning something new, we've got your spring entertainment guide right here in NXT Best!
What is Permaculture? Permaculture Basics
Tuesday, May 28 - 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Monterey Pass Civil War Garden
Buttonwood Nature Center (home of The Institute)
10356 Amsterdam Road
Waynesboro, Pa.
Part of a series of small-group garden talks. Presented by Melissa Irwin and Pam Hind Rowland. Wear shoes appropriate for being in a garden. Bring a chair if desired. Free. Advanced registration required. Go to www.buttonwoodnaturecenter.org or call 717-762-0373.
Genealogy Research Consultations
Wednesday, May 29 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Miller House Museum
135 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
One-on-one family history consultations by a staff genealogy researcher. For beginners to experts. $5 (free for kinship members). Walk-ins welcome. Pay at the door. Call 301-797-8782 or email info@washcohistory.org.
Coppélia
Thursday, May 30, and Friday, May 31 - 7 p.m. and Saturday, June 1 - 2:30 p.m.
The Old Opera House
204 N. George St.
Charles Town, W.Va.
Ballet. Presented by The Old Opera House Arts Centre. $20 adults; $15 ages 17 and younger. Go to https://oldoperahousetheatrecompany.csstix.com/, email ooh@oldoperahouse.org or call 304-725-4420.
Commemoration Gathering at the Farm
Friday, May 31 - 5 to 8 p.m.
Unity of Hagerstown
9760 Beaver Creek Church Road
Hagerstown
Attendees share stories and reflections about those who have passed away. Luminaries launched by the creek in remembrance. Bring chair and a dish to share. $10. Advance registration required. Call 301-509-2734 or go to www.unityhagerstown.org.
Kerensa Gray and Beth Trez
Friday, May 31 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Jazz. Admission is free; donations appreciated. For more information, email music@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.
Puffs
Friday, May 31, and Saturday, June 1 - 7 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Comedy. Story of a school of magic and all things Harry. Presented by Hagerstown's Authentic Community Theatre Jr. $18. Go to https://www.mdtheatre.org/act#puffs or call 301-790-2000.
Pump Boys & Dinettes
Friday, May 31, 7:30 p.m.; Saturdays, June 1 and 8 - 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Sundays, June 2 and 9 - 2 p.m.; Tuesday, June 4 - 2 p.m.; Wednesday, June 5 - 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Thursday, June 6 - 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Totem Pole Playhouse
9555 Golf Course Road
Fayetteville, Pa.
Country-western musical. $54. Go to https://totempoleplayhouse.org/shows/pump-boys-dinettes/ or call 888-805-7056 or 717-352-2164.
Becky Buller Band
Friday, May 31 - 8 p.m.
Hub City Vinyl
28 E. Baltimore St.
Hagerstown
Bluegrass and roots.$25. Go to https://liveathubcityvinyl.com/all-events/ or call 301-800-9390.
Naked Eye
Saturday, June 1 - 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/.
Cars and Wagons of Maryland's Historic National Road
Saturday, June 1, and Sunday, June 2 - 1 to 4 p.m.
Washington County Rural Heritage Museum
7313 Sharpsburg Pike
Boonsboro
Discover local history, collections from the late 1700's through the early 1900's, and 1800's rural Maryland Village. Indoor scavenger hunt for kids. Check-in at Welcome Center. $5 ages 13 and older, $3 ages 12 and younger. Go to https://www.ruralheritagemuseum.org.
30th Anniversary Celebration: WelshFest
Saturday, June 1 - 2:30 to 6 p.m.
Welsh Barrens Visitor Center
The Conococheague Institute
12995 Bain Road
Mercersburg, Pa.
Live performances. Welsh music, food and craft vendors, exhibits, historic activities, games and more. Admission is free. Go to www.cimlg.org, email visit@cimlg.org or call 717-328-2800.
Jamie Bernstein & Dave Easley with Alex Kerns
Saturday, June 1 - 7 p.m.
Opera House
131 W. German St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Americana music. Wine/beer, soft drinks, snacks for sale. No outside food/drink. Bring ID for wine/beer service. $12 advance, $15 at the door. Go to https://shepherdstownoperahouse.thundertix.com/events/229839 or call 304-876-3704.
Joanna Connor & The Wrecking Crew
Saturday, June 1 - 8 p.m.
Hub City Vinyl
28 E. Baltimore St.
Hagerstown
Chicago blues.$18. Go to https://liveathubcityvinyl.com/all-events/ or call 301-800-9390.
Healing Rooms of Hagerstown
Sunday, June 2 - 5 to 7 p.m.
Pathway Community Church
1028 Salem Ave.
Hagerstown
Prayer team members pray for attendees' healing of body/life. Go to https://healingrooms.com/healing-rooms/?location=US1793, email htwonhealingrooms@gmail.com or call 717-597-8077.
This article originally appeared on The Herald-Mail: What's NXT: Your local arts and entertainment guide
