Holloway Lecture

Coley Rice Lounge 2 College Hill, Westminster, MD, United States

A presentation by 2007 McDaniel alumnus Martin Camper, associate professor of writing at Loyola University Maryland and author of “Arguing Over Texts: The Rhetoric of Interpretation.” Call 410-857-2530 for more information.

Free

Event Series Parent and Family Weekend

Parent and Family Weekend

McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

Current McDaniel families are invited to join their students for events and programs showcasing life on the Hill. Visit www.mcdaniel.edu/familyweekend2022 for more information.

Good Game Festival

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

GGFest is a 3 day event that brings competitive gamers, collectors and casual fans together to enjoy the games of the past and present while building friendships and memories for the future. This weekend of fun includes video and TCG tournaments, VR experiences, free play tabletop games, retro arcade, and vendors. Admission also includes access […]

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Event Series Parent and Family Weekend

Parent and Family Weekend

McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

Current McDaniel families are invited to join their students for events and programs showcasing life on the Hill. Visit www.mcdaniel.edu/familyweekend2022 for more information.

Carroll Hospital Auxiliary “Sparking Joy” Ball

— Tickets are now on sale for Carroll Hospital Auxiliary’s Annual Ball on Saturday, November 5 at Martin’s Westminster. “Sparking Joy” is the theme for the 63rd annual black-tie celebration, the Auxiliary’s largest fundraising event of the year. After two long years apart, it will be a joyful opportunity to come together in support of […]

$175
Event Series Parent and Family Weekend

Parent and Family Weekend

McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

Current McDaniel families are invited to join their students for events and programs showcasing life on the Hill. Visit www.mcdaniel.edu/familyweekend2022 for more information.

Discover McDaniel Day

McDaniel College 2 College Hill, Roj Center - Lower level, Westminster, MD, United States

Monday, Oct. 17, 9:30 a.m., Naganna Forum, Roj Student Center Sunday, Nov. 6, 9 a.m., WMC Alumni Hall Monday, Nov. 14, 9:30 a.m., Naganna Forum, Roj Student Center Prospective undergraduate students are invited to see all that McDaniel College has to offer. Connect with campus, take a tour, and start envisioning your life as a […]

Free

Notions of Place – Revisited

Esther Prangley Rice Gallery 2 College Hill, Westminster, United States

The exhibition includes interpretations by McDaniel College art faculty, alumni, and current students focusing on the notion of “Place” as it pertains to work. Those with work in the exhibition are McDaniel faculty members Steven Pearson, the Joan Develin Coley Chair in Creative Expression and the Arts, and assistant professor Chloe Irla, who is a […]

Free

World Wise Documentary Film Series: “Flee”

Decker Auditorium, Lewis Hall of Science 2 College Hill, Westminster, MD, United States

McDaniel’s Global Initiatives hosts a screening of “Flee” (2021, 90 minutes, PG-13), a Danish animated documentary by Jonas Poher Rasmussen about the real-life story of an Afghan refugee. Call 410-857-2461 for more information.

Free

Light of Carroll Awards

Carroll Community College 1601 Washington Road, Room M 157, Westminster,, MD, United States

For Adults. The Light of Carroll Awards recognize the work of individuals, groups, and businesses in promoting and supporting the power of literacy through acts of extraordinary kindness, courage, selflessness, or education in our community. Purchase tickets and learn more at https://library.carr.org/loc/

$50

Student Solo Recital

Coley Rice Lounge 2 College Hill, Westminster, MD, United States

McDaniel College students perform vocal and instrumental solos of musical selections spanning from classical to contemporary.

Free

McDaniel for the Holidays

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

McDaniel College music faculty members and guests perform a special seasonal concert.

Free

Chamber Music on the Hill: “Music from the Baroque”

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

Chamber Music on the Hill, in residence at McDaniel College, presents “Music from The Baroque” featuring violist Renate Falkner and The Charm City Chamber Players. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for seniors and veterans, and free for children, as well as students with valid ID. Tickets may be purchased at the door or online. […]

$10 – $15

Discover McDaniel Day

McDaniel College 2 College Hill, Roj Center - Lower level, Westminster, MD, United States

Monday, Oct. 17, 9:30 a.m., Naganna Forum, Roj Student Center Sunday, Nov. 6, 9 a.m., WMC Alumni Hall Monday, Nov. 14, 9:30 a.m., Naganna Forum, Roj Student Center Prospective undergraduate students are invited to see all that McDaniel College has to offer. Connect with campus, take a tour, and start envisioning your life as a […]

Free

Prediabetes Information Session

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

For ages 12 - Adults. One in three Americans has prediabetes. Do you? Prediabetes increases the risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. But there is good news. Most prediabetes can be delayed or even reversed! This information session will go over the proven lifestyle changes you can make to delay or reduce […]

Free

Box Lunch Talk: The Work of Their Hands, speaker Cathy Baty

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

Event to be held in-person – No RSVP Registration Required. Cost is $3.00 for HSCC Members and $7.00 for non-members upon entry with drinks and snacks provided. Join us at Grace Hall on Carroll Street. The Work of Their Hands. Over the years, Carroll County women have created an amazing variety of beautiful quilts. Many […]

$3.00

Interfaith Celebration

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

Fall gathering to celebrate diversity and interfaith connections hosted by the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. For more information, call 410-857-2459 or email odei@mcdaniel.edu.

Free

The Queen with Andrew Morton

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

For Adults. In The Queen, renowned biographer Andrew Morton takes an in-depth look at Britain's longest reigning monarch, exploring the influence Queen Elizabeth had on both Britain and the rest of the world for much of the last century. From leading a nation struggling to restore itself after the devastation of the second World War […]

$26.00

Cash Bingo

St Paul's United Church of Christ 17 Bond Street, Westminster, MD, United States

Cash Bingo - $30 in Advance, $40 at the door, Early Bird Games pay $25, Regular Games pay $50, Specials $75, Big Jackpot-$500. (We reserve the right to reduce jackpots if less than 85 people playing) Hot dogs, snacks and drinks for sale, extra pack of cards-$10

$30

Student African Drum Ensembles

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

Students in McDaniel College’s African Drum Ensembles perform under the direction of music faculty member Pape Demba “Paco” Samb, a Senegalese griot.

Free

Tails at Twilight

Martin's Westminster 505 Jermor Ln, Westminster, MD, United States

Calling our family of animal lovers. It is time once again for the Humane Society of Carroll County’s 6th annual Tails at Twilight Fundraiser on November 19th at Martin’s Westminster from 7-10 PM. The night features food, an open wine and beer bar, DJ, games, live auction, raffles, photo booth, chance auction, and much more. […]

College Choir Concert: “Music Matters”

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

The McDaniel College Choir presents “Music Matters” under the direction of Kyle Engler, senior lecturer in music, with accompanist Peggy Brengle. The program features music from diverse locales and historical eras.

Free

Sewing Skills: Fabric Cutting

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

For ages 15 - Adults. Learn to use traditional and updated techniques and tools for preparing and cutting fabric. This is a beginner-friendly class, no sewing experience is required. Registration required. Visit site for details.

Free

Make a Personalized Stocking

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

For ages 10 - 17. Attendees will choose from various fabrics to cut, create, and sew their own stockings with cuffs. Then, we will use Cricut Design Space to personalize our stocking with our names in heat transfer vinyl. We'll cut, weed, and transfer the vinyl names onto the cuff of our stockings to finish […]

$10.00

Jazz Night

WMC Alumni Hall 2 College Hill, Westminster, MD, United States

Directed by music lecturer Tim Jenkins, the McDaniel Jazz Ensemble performs diverse styles of jazz, including classic big band swing, bebop, Latin, Funk, jazz-rock, and classic blues.

Free

College Band Concert

WMC Alumni Hall 2 College Hill, Westminster, MD, United States

Directed by Linda Kirkpatrick, senior lecturer in music, the College Band features nearly 50 musicians, including McDaniel students, as well as McDaniel faculty members, band alumni, and community musicians, performing musical selections ranging from classical to pops.

Free

Carroll County Artists Studio Tour

Various Locations in Carroll County, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States

Enjoy a FREE, family friendly, self-guided tour of local art studios and two galleries located around Carroll County, MD. Meet many incredibly talented artists and artisans, see demonstrations and have the opportunity to buy fine art and craft directly from the source. Support local artists and purchase your holiday gifts from these studios.

Free

Westminster Symphony Orchestra Concert

WMC Alumni Hall 2 College Hill, Westminster, MD, United States

Linda Kirkpatrick, senior lecturer in music, directs the orchestra, which is composed of McDaniel and Carroll Community College students, as well as music faculty and community musicians.

Free

Gospel Choir Concert

WMC Alumni Hall 2 College Hill, Westminster, MD, United States

McDaniel College’s Gospel Choir performs traditional and contemporary gospel music, as well as spirituals, under the direction of music lecturer Shelley Ensor with accompanist Alice Dorsey.

Free

Sewing Skills: Sewing Patterns Demystified

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

For ages 12 - Adults. Learn about using commercial and indie sewing patterns, measuring for size, and how to interpret and navigate written instructions. This is a beginner-friendly class, no sewing experience is required. Registration require. Visit site for details.

Free

Tea Types & Tasting

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

For Adults. Taste the major tea types and learn to steep the perfect cup of tea. Registration required. Visit site for details.

Free

Maker Expo

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

For all ages. We're celebrating our one-year anniversary in Exploration Commons! Stop by any time between 10AM - 1PM to interact with customers who have created projects and learned new software in our makerspace. Nearly 20 makers will have tables set up in our Large Meeting Room where attendees can see their projects, chat about […]

Free

Box Lunch Talk: The Art of the Musical Instruments – Ken Koons

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

Event to be held in-person – No RSVP Registration Required. Cost is $3.00 for HSCC Members and $7.00 for non-members upon entry with drinks and snacks provided. Join us at Grace Hall on Carroll Street. The Art of the Musical Instruments. Ken Koons. Ken Koons – luthier, blacksmith, woodworker, musician, and photographer – has been […]

$3.00

New Year’s at Noon

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

For ages Birth - 11. Get ready for your New Year's celebration with us! We'll have crafts, games, and a practice countdown at noon!

Free

Sewing: Serger Basics

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

For ages 14 - Adults. Learn about the versatile serger/overlock sewing machine and how to use it with your sewing projects. We will review the parts of the serger, proper threading and how and when to use different stitch settings. Leave inspired with new ways to use this machine in your sewing projects. Registration required. […]

Free

Storytime with Author Emma Straub

Carroll County Public Library, Mount Airy Branch 705 Ridge Avenue, Mt. Airy, MD, United States

For all ages. Join us for a special storytime with author Emma Straub as she reads from her new picture book, Very Good Hats. As a mother of two young readers and co-owner of the bookshop, Books Are Magic, Emma Straub has spent an inordinate amount of time amidst the picture book stacks and has […]

ServSafe Food Handler Course

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

For ages 14 - Adults. The ServSafe Food Handler course taught by a Certified ServSafe Instructor provides basic food safety knowledge. This two-hour class covers the following five key areas: Basic Food Safety, Personal Hygiene, Cross Contamination and Allergens, and Cleaning and Sanitizing. At the end of the class, participants will receive a certificate after […]

$15.00

Cosplay Series: Make a Custom Tabard

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

For ages 12 - Adults. Attendees will learn how to read basic sewing patterns, cut and sew a tabard, sew trim, and customize a vinyl design for the front of the tabard. Great for cosplay, Renn fests, D&D campaign costumes, and more! This event requires a payment of $5.00 per registrant. Registration is required. Visit […]

$5.00
Event Series Art Exhibitions: Home and Garden

Art Exhibitions: Home and Garden

Esther Prangley Rice Gallery at McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster, 21157, United States

A solo exhibition of works by McDaniel College assistant professor of art Chloe Irla, a 2007 alum of the college, produced during her Fall 2022 sabbatical. Works featured include revisited projects from her “Home Work” series inspired by the COVID-19 pandemic in Fall 2020, along with projects from her newly established design studio, irladen. She […]

Free