Box Lunch Talk: Telling Isaiah’s Story

Grace Lutheran Church, 21 Carroll Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

Mary Ann Ashcraft follows the journey of Carroll County native Isaiah Lightner from Union Bridge to Civil War battlefields, to an Indian reservation, and finally to a farm along Nebraska’s Platte River. Years of research and interactions with Lightner descendants have uncovered the twists and turns in the Lightner’s life. Please check in when you […]

Paranormal Investigation

The Historical Society of Carroll County 210 Main Street, Westminster, MD, United States

Have you heard the tales of the ghosts of Cockey’s Tavern? Haunted portrait, footsteps, voices and more! Join HSCC and the Mid-Atlantic Paranormal Project (MAPP) as we investigate Cockey’s and the never before investigated Sherman-Fisher-Shellman house on October 21st. Learn the fascinating history of the buildings and explore with professional paranormal investigators two of Westminster’s […]

$40.00

Diverse Voices Book Club: There There

Carroll County Public Library, Westminster Branch, 50 East Main Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

For ages 16 - Adult. Join us for a monthly book discussion focusing on a diverse author's work. Each month we will select a young adult or adult title written by an author from a diverse background so we can learn from others' perspectives. Our October selection is the 2023 One Maryland One Book title, […]

NakedEye Ensemble: Looking Inward Facing Out

Carroll Community College Scott Theatre, 1601 Washington Rd, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

NakedEye Ensemble: Looking Inward Facing Out NakedEye Ensemble is an electro-acoustic band with classical, rock and jazz DNA. Based out of Lancaster, PA, they commission work from young emerging composers such as Angélica Negrón, Molly Joyce, Florent Ghys and Monica Pearce, as well as established composers such as Jerome Kitzke, Randall Woolf and Zack Browning. […]

Free

Nora Sturges

Peterson Hall, 2 College Hill, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

Baltimore-based painter Nora Sturges explores the transformation of visual environments in both practical and unintentional ways. Sturges, who graduated with a bachelor’s degree in studio art from Bowdoin College and a Master of Fine Arts in painting from Ohio University, is the recipient of three Individual Artist Awards from the Maryland State Arts Council. Her […]

Historical Society of Carroll County Annual Meeting

Best Western Hotel- Conference Center 451 WMC Dr, Westminster, United States

Mark your calendar for this year’s Annual Meeting of the membership on Halloween, October 31, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Best Western Conference Center, 451 WMC Drive, Westminster. A hot buffet and dessert will be provided by Santoni’s Marketplace and Catering followed by Society business and the event’s […]

Hello Python

Exploration Commons At 50 East, 50 East Main Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

For ages 12 - Adults. Interested in learning Python but don't know where to start? Join us for an introductory look at the Python programming language, resources for learning, and a general open discussion about programming. Registration is required. Visit site for details.

Free

Spices of the World: Black Pepper

Exploration Commons At 50 East, 50 East Main Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

For Adults. Second in our Spices & Herbs series. This class will focus on black pepper's sourcing, flavors, and varieties. We will taste various forms of black pepper and evaluate the using flavor descriptors. Samples and receipts for sweet and savory dishes will be provided. Registration is required. Visit site for details.

Blaire Postman’s LADY ADHD (BrewHaHa Comedy)

Carroll Arts Center, 91 West Main St, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

“Blaire Postman: LADY ADHD” Fri. November 3 at 8pm. Part stand-up, part Ted Talk, it’s a hilarious tour through comedian Blaire Postman’s neurodivergent mind as she explores her life with long-undiagnosed ADHD. Accompanied by her signature flip chart visual aids, it’s a frantically funny evening with humor and heart. For ages 21 and up only. […]

$18 – $22

Be Kind: Community of Kindness Workshop

Carroll County Public Library, Westminster Branch, 50 East Main Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

For ages 13 - Adults. Participants will be enveloped by a positive atmosphere to create art that inspires kindness. Join Eric and Tina from Action for Kindness, to create your own hand-painted BE KIND sign. All supplies will be provided. Registration required. Visit site for details.

Free

Evening with the McDaniel Women’s Leadership Network

Naganna Forum, Roj Student Center, 2 College Hill, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

Join President Jasken and the McDaniel Women’s Leadership Network advisory council to celebrate the launch of the reimagined network and learn more about getting involved. McDaniel alum Kristin Kober '00, a certified executive coach and strategic consultant, will share how the Enneagram personality system can enhance self-awareness as a catalyst for success. To register and […]

Free

Bryan McDowell & Friends

Carroll Arts Center, 91 West Main St, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

Presented by Common Ground Downtown, a partnership between Common Ground on the Hill and the Carroll Arts Center. Fiddler, vocalist and master of stringed instruments, Bryan McDowell performed for 4 years with Claire Lynch and has since performed with bluegrass notables Sierra Hull, Alison Brown, Ron Block, & Molly Tuttle and many others from the […]

$25 – $28

“Ein Komplimentier”, Azimuth String Quartet with David Kreider, piano

Coley Rice Lounge, McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster, 21157, United States

The Azimuth String Quartet, composed of Nicholas Currie and James Tung, violinists, Alice Tung, violist, and Adam Gonzalez, cellist, are joined by Dr. David Kreider, pianist, for an afternoon of classical string quartet gems.

$10 – $15
Event Series Carroll County Festival of Trees

Carroll County Festival of Trees

John Street Quarters, 28 John Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

The Shepherd’s Staff is pleased to announce that its 17th annual Carroll County Festival of Trees will be held in conjunction with downtown Westminster’s holiday events again this year from November 24 through November 26, 2023. This event will take place at John Street Quarters in Westminster and will feature a silent auction, with Virtual […]

Free
Event Series Carroll County Festival of Trees

Carroll County Festival of Trees

John Street Quarters, 28 John Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

The Shepherd’s Staff is pleased to announce that its 17th annual Carroll County Festival of Trees will be held in conjunction with downtown Westminster’s holiday events again this year from November 24 through November 26, 2023. This event will take place at John Street Quarters in Westminster and will feature a silent auction, with Virtual […]

Free

HSCC Members’ Only Open House

Please join the Historical Society of Carroll County for our members’ preview of our Holiday Open House on Saturday, November 25th from 10 am – 2 pm. All three houses, Sherman-Fisher-Shellman, Kimmey, and Cockey’s Tavern, will be open and decorated for the holidays. We will have light refreshments including hot apple cider, cocoa, wassail, and […]

Free
Event Series Carroll County Festival of Trees

Carroll County Festival of Trees

John Street Quarters, 28 John Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

The Shepherd’s Staff is pleased to announce that its 17th annual Carroll County Festival of Trees will be held in conjunction with downtown Westminster’s holiday events again this year from November 24 through November 26, 2023. This event will take place at John Street Quarters in Westminster and will feature a silent auction, with Virtual […]

Free
Event Series Carroll County Festival of Trees

Carroll County Festival of Trees

John Street Quarters, 28 John Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

The Shepherd’s Staff is pleased to announce that its 17th annual Carroll County Festival of Trees will be held in conjunction with downtown Westminster’s holiday events again this year from November 24 through November 26, 2023. This event will take place at John Street Quarters in Westminster and will feature a silent auction, with Virtual […]

Free

Free Family Holiday Shorts

Carroll Arts Center 92 W Main St, Westminster, MD, United States

Bring the whole family to this afternoon of FREE shorts celebrating Native American Heritage Day and the holiday season. This program consists of five shorts from the National Film Board of Canada’s Indigenous Films in the Classroom program followed by the Disney short, Prep & Landing. 3pm – Indigenous Shorts Program The Mountain of SGaana […]

Westminster Municipal Band’s “Sounds of the Season” Concert

Carroll Community College Scott Theatre, 1601 Washington Rd, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

Westminster Municipal Band will present their 10th annual "Sounds of the Season" concert. No admission fee; however, donations are appreciated.

Free

Carroll Singers and Westminster Ringers Presents “Come On, Ring Those Bells!”

Westminster High School, 1225 Washington Rd, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

Carroll Singers and Westminster Ringers Presents “Come On, Ring Those Bells!” on Monday & Tuesday, November 27 and 28 at 7:30 at Westminster High School, 1225 Washington Rd, Westminster MD. There will be selections performed by each group and numerous songs that combine the two groups. Joel Raney and Michael Keller were commissioned to write […]

$6 – $15

Diverse Voices Book Club: Lavender House

Carroll County Public Library, Westminster Branch, 50 East Main Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

For ages 16 - Adults. Join us for a monthly book discussion focusing on a diverse author's work. Each month, we will select a yong adult or adult title written by an author from a diverse background so we can learn from others' perspectives. Our November selection is Lavender House by Lev AC Rosen. The […]

Free

Carroll Singers and Westminster Ringers Presents “Come On, Ring Those Bells!”

Westminster High School, 1225 Washington Rd, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

Carroll Singers and Westminster Ringers Presents “Come On, Ring Those Bells!” on Monday & Tuesday, November 27 and 28 at 7:30 at Westminster High School, 1225 Washington Rd, Westminster MD. There will be selections performed by each group and numerous songs that combine the two groups. Joel Raney and Michael Keller were commissioned to write […]

$6 – $15

Carroll Singers and Westminster Ringers Presents “Come On, Ring Those Bells!”

Westminster High School, 1225 Washington Rd, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

Carroll Singers and Westminster Ringers Presents “Come On, Ring Those Bells!” on Monday & Tuesday, November 27 and 28 at 7:30 at Westminster High School, 1225 Washington Rd, Westminster MD. There will be selections performed by each group and numerous songs that combine the two groups. Joel Raney and Michael Keller were commissioned to write […]

$6 – $15

“A Postman’s Christmas” Holiday Tour Teas

Carroll County Farm Museum 500 S Center St, Westminster, MD, United States

A “Postman’s Christmas Holiday Tour Teas December 2 with seatings at 11AM and 2 PM December 9th with seating at 11 AM and 2 PM Reservations by November 22, 2023 Reservation and pre-payment of $25 per person is required. To reserve please call 410-386-3890 or email lrogers@carrollcountymd.gov

HSCC Open House

Historical Society of Carroll County 210 E Main St, Westminster, MD, United States

The Historical Society of Carroll County will be celebrating the holidays with a Holiday Open House on Saturday, December 2nd from 2 pm – 6 pm. All three houses, Sherman-Fisher-Shellman, Kimmey, and Cockey’s Tavern, will be open and decorated for the holidays. Light refreshments, both sweet and savory, will be offered. We look forward to […]

Free

Walt Michael & Co. Holiday Concert

Carroll Arts Center, 91 West Main St, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

Presented by Common Ground Downtown, a partnership of Common Ground on the Hill and the Carroll Arts Council. It’s holiday time in the hollers of Appalachia, and Walt Michael & Co. are breaking up Christmas! Join hammered dulcimer virtuoso/multi-instrumentalist Walt and friends as they celebrate the season with Southern Appalachian, Celtic, old-time, bluegrass and original […]

$25 – $28

Winter Celebration

Carroll Community College Scott Theatre, 1601 Washington Rd, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

Concert presented by Children's Chorus of Carroll County

Free

MCCC Presents: An Afternoon of Musical and Opera Choruses

Baker Memorial Chapel, 2 College Hill, Westminster, 21157, United States

Continuing its tradition of providing choral performances twice a year since 1977, Masterworks Chorale of Carroll County is proud to present An Afternoon of Musical and Opera Choruses on Sunday, December 3rd at 3:00 PM in McDaniel College's beautiful Baker Memorial Chapel. From Bernstein to Verdi, "Godspell" to "Wicked", this concert has something for every […]

$15.00

Christmas Carroll

Winters Mill High School, 560 Gorsuch Rd, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

A free Holiday Benefit Concert and Community Sing, “The Christmas Carroll” sponsored by Carroll County Arts Council will be hosted on behalf of The Shepherd’s Staff and the Northeast Social Action Program (NESAP). The concert will be held on Saturday, December 9, 2023 beginning at 7pm at Winters Mill High School, 560 Gorsuch Road, Westminster, […]

Free

Victor Furtado & Friends

Carroll Arts Center, 91 West Main St, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

Presented by Common Ground Downtown, a partnership of Common Ground on the Hill and the Carroll Arts Center. Victor Furtado is a clawhammer banjo player, teacher and performer from Virginia. Victor has performed at the Grand Ole Opry, WoodSongs Old-Time Radio Hour and more. He has played with musicians including Eli and Aila Widman, Andrew […]

$25 – $28
Event Series Eurydice

Eurydice

Dorothy Elderdice Studio Theatre, WMC Alumni Hall, 2 College Hill, Westminster, MD 21157, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

Content warning: the show contains themes of death and grief; may use fog. McDaniel College’s Theatre Arts department presents a student-directed reimagining of the classic myth of Orpheus through the eyes of its heroine. Dying too young on her wedding day, Eurydice journeys to the underworld, where she reunites with her beloved father and struggles […]

Event Series Eurydice

Eurydice

Dorothy Elderdice Studio Theatre, WMC Alumni Hall, 2 College Hill, Westminster, MD 21157, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

Content warning: the show contains themes of death and grief; may use fog. McDaniel College’s Theatre Arts department presents a student-directed reimagining of the classic myth of Orpheus through the eyes of its heroine. Dying too young on her wedding day, Eurydice journeys to the underworld, where she reunites with her beloved father and struggles […]

Event Series Eurydice

Eurydice

Dorothy Elderdice Studio Theatre, WMC Alumni Hall, 2 College Hill, Westminster, MD 21157, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

Content warning: the show contains themes of death and grief; may use fog. McDaniel College’s Theatre Arts department presents a student-directed reimagining of the classic myth of Orpheus through the eyes of its heroine. Dying too young on her wedding day, Eurydice journeys to the underworld, where she reunites with her beloved father and struggles […]

Encore Chamber Winds, with David Kreider, piano

Carroll Community College Scott Theatre, 1601 Washington Rd, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

Chamber Music On The Hill presents the Encore Chamber Winds, comprised of Mindy Niles, oboe, David Duree, clarinet, and Rob Sirois, bassoon, joined by Dr. David Kreider, piano. The Encore Chamber Winds was established as an ensemble dedicated to bringing the unique sound of a reed trio to new audiences, blending the vibrant oboe, mellow […]

$10 – $15