Jessi Hardesty: Life is a Grave

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

A solo exhibition of works by artist Jessi Hardesty, head of the visual arts department and curator at Carroll Community College. Hardesty, whose imagery is based on folklore and the occult, is best known for her one-of-a-kind hand-carved planchettes. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in studio art from Salem State University in Massachusetts and […]

Christkindlmarkt

Union Mills Homestead 3311 Littlestown Pike, Westminster, MD, United States

Join us for a German-style Christmas Mart! Food and drinks will be available to purchase, along with a variety of hand-crafted and unique gifts from vendors in the Grist Mill and Tannery. Our gift shop will be open for your holiday shopping, as will the blacksmith and woodworking shops. A portion of the historic Homestead […]

South Carroll HS Stagelighters’ Present “The Wizard of Oz”

South Carroll Hight School 1300 W Old Liberty Rd, Sykesville, MD, United States

Join the South Carroll High School Stagelighters for their fall 2023 presentation of the classic musical “The Wizard of Oz”. Stagelighters has been a theatre club at South Carroll High School since the school first opened in the late 60’s. For over 50 years, we have brought quality productions to the South Carroll Stage.

South Carroll HS Stagelighters’ Present “The Wizard of Oz”

South Carroll Hight School 1300 W Old Liberty Rd, Sykesville, MD, United States

Join the South Carroll High School Stagelighters for their fall 2023 presentation of the classic musical “The Wizard of Oz”. Stagelighters has been a theatre club at South Carroll High School since the school first opened in the late 60’s. For over 50 years, we have brought quality productions to the South Carroll Stage.

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

Urinetown, The Musical

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

Note: the show contains adult material and is intended for mature audiences Gené Fouché, chair of McDaniel’s theatre arts department, directs this production of the Tony Award-winning musical by Mark Hollman and Greg Kotis. It is a musical satire of corruption, love, and revolution in a time when water is worth its weight in gold. […]

“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

Chamber Music on the Hill presents the Azimuth String Quartet 

Naganna Forum 2 College Hill, Westminster, MD, United States

Chamber Music on the Hill, in residence at McDaniel College, presents a performance by the Azimuth String Quartet featuring senior adjunct lecturers in music Nicholas Currie and Alice Tung, along with James Tung and Adam Gonzalez, and guest performer David Kreider, senior lecturer in music emeritus.

College Choir Concert

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

The McDaniel College Choir, under the direction of senior lecturer of music Kyle Engler, performs with Peggy Brengle serving as accompanist. The program features music from diverse locales and historical eras.

SeniorPlanet: Mobile Health Apps

Carroll County Public Library, Taneytown Branch, 10 Grand Drive, Taneytown, MD, 21787, United States

For Adults. Learn how your phone can count your steps, check your heart rate, and more! You'll also learn the benefits of saving your medical ID. Senior Planet programs are targeted at the 60+ community, but all are welcome! Registration required. Visit site for details.

Free

Thankful Thanksgiving Storytime

Carroll County Public Library, Finksburg Branch, 2265 Old Westminster Pike, Finksburg, MD, 21048, United States

For ages Birth - 5. Join us for a seasonal storytime where we talk about Thanksgiving and what it means to be thankful. There will be stories, songs, and a craft activity.

15th Annual Gallery of Gifts

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

Shop Small and Buy Local. This holiday season, get something for everyone on your list at our dazzling indoor art market! Featuring dozens of artists, our Tevis Gallery will be filled with handmade products like jewelry, pottery, tree ornaments, baskets, candles, woodwork, soaps, and more! Hours: Open during normal business hours.

Light and Color, Space and Place: Landscape Painting on Site and in the Studio

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

Reception: Thursday, Nov. 9, 5:30-7:30 p.m., with a gallery talk at 6 p.m. The exhibition includes landscapes inspired by student-faculty summer research. Steven Pearson, the Joan Develin Coley Chair in Creative Expression and the Arts, and art majors Sarah Mendez, a senior from Damascus, Maryland, Lacy Newhouse, a junior from Westminster, Maryland, Zoe Shelby, a […]

Terrific Turkeys

Carroll County Public Library, Finksburg Branch, 2265 Old Westminster Pike, Finksburg, MD, 21048, United States

For ages 3 - 6. Are you ready for Turkey Day? Join us to learn all about wild turkeys. We'll make a turkey headband and play a game to learn more about their habits. Come ready to move! Only kids need to register. Visit site for details.

Free

Maryland Trivia Night (on Zoom)

Carroll County Public Library Online

For ages 12 - Adults. From sports teams and historic cities to popular foods and attractions, join us for an evening of testing your knowledge about the state of Maryland! Registration required. Visit site for details.

Free

Oral History and Genealogy

Carroll County Public Library, Finksburg Branch, 2265 Old Westminster Pike, Finksburg, MD, 21048, United States

For Adults. Recording oral histories can help to preserve the voices and memories of families and communities for generations. Presenter and current Secretary of the Carroll County Genealogical Society, Heidi St. George, will share her years of experience as an oral historian, the principles of conducting oral history interviews, and how they can benefit genealogical […]

Free

Light and Color, Space and Place: Landscape Painting on Site and in the Studio

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

Reception: Thursday, Nov. 9, 5:30-7:30 p.m., with a gallery talk at 6 p.m. The exhibition includes landscapes inspired by student-faculty summer research. Steven Pearson, the Joan Develin Coley Chair in Creative Expression and the Arts, and art majors Sarah Mendez, a senior from Damascus, Maryland, Lacy Newhouse, a junior from Westminster, Maryland, Zoe Shelby, a […]

15th Annual Gallery of Gifts

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

Shop Small and Buy Local. This holiday season, get something for everyone on your list at our dazzling indoor art market! Featuring dozens of artists, our Tevis Gallery will be filled with handmade products like jewelry, pottery, tree ornaments, baskets, candles, woodwork, soaps, and more! Hours: Open during normal business hours.

Box Lunch Talk: The History of the Carroll County Choral Society

Grace Lutheran Church 21 Carroll St, Westminster, MD, United States

The Carroll County Choral Society began in 1970, under the leadership of music director Herbert J. Sell, and gave hundreds of performances in the County and beyond – including as Maryland’s representative in “A Salute to the States” celebration at Independence Hall on July 31, 1976. Ronnie Bohn, who sang in the Choral Society for […]

HOLIDAY OF TREES, WREATHS & CENTERPIECES by Taneytown Heritage & Museum Association, Inc.

ACNB Bank – Taneytown Branch 222 E Baltimore St, Taneytown, MD, United States

The Taneytown Heritage & Museum Association is sponsoring this annual event. Local individuals, businesses, schools, and organizations participate decorating a tree, wreath and/or centerpiece. All decorated items are donated for a silent auction benefitting the Taneytown History Museum. All items will be on display in the lobby of ACNB Bank, Taneytown Office, 222 East Baltimore […]

15th Annual Gallery of Gifts

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

Shop Small and Buy Local. This holiday season, get something for everyone on your list at our dazzling indoor art market! Featuring dozens of artists, our Tevis Gallery will be filled with handmade products like jewelry, pottery, tree ornaments, baskets, candles, woodwork, soaps, and more! Hours: Open during normal business hours.

Light and Color, Space and Place: Landscape Painting on Site and in the Studio

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

Reception: Thursday, Nov. 9, 5:30-7:30 p.m., with a gallery talk at 6 p.m. The exhibition includes landscapes inspired by student-faculty summer research. Steven Pearson, the Joan Develin Coley Chair in Creative Expression and the Arts, and art majors Sarah Mendez, a senior from Damascus, Maryland, Lacy Newhouse, a junior from Westminster, Maryland, Zoe Shelby, a […]

Y Turkey Trot Charity 5K in Westminster

The Hill Y in Westminster 2001 Sykesville Rd, Sykesville, MD, United States

You’re invited to join the Y and a few thousand of your closest friends for the Y Turkey Trot Charity 5K in Westminster this Thanksgiving morning! The Y Turkey Trot Charity 5K is for people of all ages and abilities – we have first-time runners, walkers and even seasoned athletes too… everyone is welcome! Perfect […]

Light and Color, Space and Place: Landscape Painting on Site and in the Studio

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

Reception: Thursday, Nov. 9, 5:30-7:30 p.m., with a gallery talk at 6 p.m. The exhibition includes landscapes inspired by student-faculty summer research. Steven Pearson, the Joan Develin Coley Chair in Creative Expression and the Arts, and art majors Sarah Mendez, a senior from Damascus, Maryland, Lacy Newhouse, a junior from Westminster, Maryland, Zoe Shelby, a […]

15th Annual Gallery of Gifts

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

Shop Small and Buy Local. This holiday season, get something for everyone on your list at our dazzling indoor art market! Featuring dozens of artists, our Tevis Gallery will be filled with handmade products like jewelry, pottery, tree ornaments, baskets, candles, woodwork, soaps, and more! Hours: Open during normal business hours.

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

HOLIDAY OF TREES, WREATHS & CENTERPIECES by Taneytown Heritage & Museum Association, Inc.

ACNB Bank – Taneytown Branch 222 E Baltimore St, Taneytown, MD, United States

The Taneytown Heritage & Museum Association is sponsoring this annual event. Local individuals, businesses, schools, and organizations participate decorating a tree, wreath and/or centerpiece. All decorated items are donated for a silent auction benefitting the Taneytown History Museum. All items will be on display in the lobby of ACNB Bank, Taneytown Office, 222 East Baltimore […]

15th Annual Gallery of Gifts

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

Shop Small and Buy Local. This holiday season, get something for everyone on your list at our dazzling indoor art market! Featuring dozens of artists, our Tevis Gallery will be filled with handmade products like jewelry, pottery, tree ornaments, baskets, candles, woodwork, soaps, and more! Hours: Open during normal business hours.

Light and Color, Space and Place: Landscape Painting on Site and in the Studio

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

Reception: Thursday, Nov. 9, 5:30-7:30 p.m., with a gallery talk at 6 p.m. The exhibition includes landscapes inspired by student-faculty summer research. Steven Pearson, the Joan Develin Coley Chair in Creative Expression and the Arts, and art majors Sarah Mendez, a senior from Damascus, Maryland, Lacy Newhouse, a junior from Westminster, Maryland, Zoe Shelby, a […]

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

17th Annual Carroll County Festival of Trees

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

The Shepherd’s Staff Annual Festival of Trees features a silent auction of unique, beautiful and handcrafted trees and other artisan items. Live music, photo booth, cash & carry table, baked goods, and raffles. Fun for the whole family! Featuring an silent auction of beautifully decorated trees and other holiday items available for bid. https://www.shepstaff.org/shep-staff-events/festival-of-trees

26th Annual Festival of Wreaths

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

A holiday wonderland of creativity and generosity! This event features over 100 unique theme wreaths and holiday art pieces that range from whimsical to wacky to wonderful! The wreaths are sold through an online auction that benefits the Arts Council. Now in its 26th year, the Festival of Wreaths at the Carroll Arts Center has […]

Cascade Lights

Coppermine Cascade Park 2844 Snydersburg Rd, Hampstead, MD, United States

Cascade Lights is back bigger and brighter in 2023! Experience the magic at Cascade Lights, Coppermine’s outdoor holiday celebration at Coppermine Cascade Park in Hampstead, MD this season. Activities EVERY NIGHT include but are not limited to: Choreographed Light Show • Light Tunnel • Festive (and Decorated) Playground Area •Santa • Holiday Movies • Crafts […]

HOLIDAY OF TREES, WREATHS & CENTERPIECES by Taneytown Heritage & Museum Association, Inc.

ACNB Bank – Taneytown Branch 222 E Baltimore St, Taneytown, MD, United States

The Taneytown Heritage & Museum Association is sponsoring this annual event. Local individuals, businesses, schools, and organizations participate decorating a tree, wreath and/or centerpiece. All decorated items are donated for a silent auction benefitting the Taneytown History Museum. All items will be on display in the lobby of ACNB Bank, Taneytown Office, 222 East Baltimore […]

10th Annual Sykesville Holiday Marketplace

Carroll County Ag Center – Shipley Arena 706 Agricultural Center Dr, Westminster, MD, United States

Come join us on 11/25/23 from 9am – 3pm and shop with over 180 carefully selected vendors. You’ll find a huge variety of handmade crafts and be able to shop with your favorite direct sale companies. From home décor to skin care products, paper crafts to jewelry, candles to glassware, children’s items to specialty foods […]

DIY Holiday Gifts & Cards

Carroll County Public Library, Taneytown Branch, 10 Grand Drive, Taneytown, MD, 21787, United States

For all ages. Join us for a fun-filled morning, making holiday crafts for friends and family. We will have wrapping paper available. You will even be able to make a card for someone special!

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

15th Annual Gallery of Gifts

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

Shop Small and Buy Local. This holiday season, get something for everyone on your list at our dazzling indoor art market! Featuring dozens of artists, our Tevis Gallery will be filled with handmade products like jewelry, pottery, tree ornaments, baskets, candles, woodwork, soaps, and more! Hours: Open during normal business hours.