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Art Exhibits

A calendar of art exhibitions in the area, updated weekly.

Washington County Museum of Fine Arts names Linda Johnson as new curator

Linda Johnson, currently visiting professor of art history at the University of Michigan-Flint, has been named as the new Agnita M. Stine Schreiber Curator, effective in July, for the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts in Hagerstown.

The 5 Best Travel And Tour Services Around Frederick

Traveling can be one of life's most rewarding experiences, allowing people to explore new cultures, savor diverse cuisines, and create lasting memories. According to a recent study, about 65% of Americans plan to take at least one vacation each year....

Fantastic Cat will bring their unforgettable antics to Hub City Vinyl to support latest album

Brian Dunne makes up one-fourth of New York’s Fantastic Cat, who will perform at Hagerstown’s Hub City Vinyl on June 13. And while he may be known as a serious singer-songwriter otherwise, Fantastic Cat takes pride in its serious ability...

Elephant & Piggie’s show is toddler approved. I checked.

The last time I reviewed a children’s show presented by the Maryland Ensemble Theatre’s Fun Company, I wrote that it “accomplishes so many goals parents have for their children’s entertainment, I hardly know where to begin.”

Indigenous artists help skateboarding earn stamp of approval

HOENIX — Years ago, skateboarding was branded as a hobby for rebels or stoners in city streets, schoolyards and back alleys. Those days are long gone.

Art Exhibits

A calendar of art exhibitions in the area, updated weekly.

The 5 Best Romantic Getaways Around Frederick

When it comes to planning a romantic getaway, the perfect destination can turn a simple trip into a cherished memory. Whether it’s a cozy cabin in the woods or a luxurious hotel with breathtaking views, the right setting creates the...

The 5 Best Thai Restaurants Around Frederick

For Thai food enthusiasts, the Frederick area offers a wonderful selection of restaurants where traditional flavors, fresh ingredients, and skillful preparation create an unforgettable dining experience. These top Thai spots serve everything from fragrant curries and savory stir-fries to refreshing...

What to stream this week

New films and series to stream this week.

Steel Panther brings the funny and the dirty to its holiday show

Members of the comedic glam metal band Steel Panther look like they stepped straight out of 1985 with their leopard-striped leggings, bandanas and teased hair that only an Aqua Net purist could appreciate.

Randy Bachman is still ‘Takin’ Care of Business’

Most people are lucky to be in a rock band that produces one No. 1 hit. But Randy Bachman can claim success with two groups: The Guess Who and Bachman-Turner Overdrive.

Phil Lesh, founding member of Grateful Dead and influential bassist, dies at 84

LOS ANGELES — Phil Lesh, a classically trained violinist and jazz trumpeter who found his true calling reinventing the role of rock bass guitar as a founding member of the Grateful Dead, died Friday at age 84.

The 6 Best Auction Companies Around Frederick

Good vibrations from 50 years ago

I have always loved the music of the 1960s. I religiously listen to '60s Gold on SiriusXM, especially when Maryland DJs Phlash Phelps and Mike Kelly are on the air.

Post-pandemic challenges are real, but Frederick theaters are strong

During the time I’ve stepped back from my theater column to welcome my third baby girl into the world, I’ve felt a twinge of guilt for the strong negative tone of my sprawling August story detailing the lasting effects of...

The 5 Best Museums Around Frederick

Step into history and embrace the tales that shaped Frederick, Maryland. At the National Museum of Civil War Medicine (above), uncover the riveting tales of battlefield balms and medical mastery. During spooky season, you can also take an exclusive Haunted...

Disappointed with the Academy Awards? Then make your own awards.

There comes a time in everyone's life when they realize the Academy Awards are a joke. Maybe it was after a particularly egregious upset, like when "Crash" infamously beat "Brokeback Mountain" for the Best Picture trophy in 2006. Or it...

The Best Chinese Restaurants Around Frederick

Chinese restaurants serve up a feast for the senses. China Garden, a beloved local fave and repeat Best of the Best winner, offers a menu as lush as its namesake, with dishes blossoming with authentic flavors. (See its Crispy Shrimp...

East City Art presents the inaugural Capital Art Book Fair

The first edition of East City Art’s Capital Art Book Fair will take place at Eastern Market’s North Hall on April 1 and 2.

The Washington County Museum of Fine Arts announces winners of this year’s Cumberland Valley Photographers Exhibition

The Washington County Museum of Fine Arts recently announced the winners of the 2025 Cumberland Valley Photographers Exhibition, which opened March 29 and runs through July 27 at the museum in Hagerstown.

The 5 Best Glass & Glazings Around Frederick

In the world of construction and renovation, glass and glazing services play a pivotal role in both aesthetics and functionality. Whether it’s for residential windows, commercial storefronts, or custom mirrors, quality glass installation and repair can enhance a property’s value...

The 5 Best College/Universities Around Frederick

Selecting a college or university is a pivotal decision that shapes one’s future. With more than 19 million students enrolled in U.S. colleges and universities, the choices can be overwhelming. Factors such as academic programs, campus culture, and support services...

Clarence Avant, ‘Black Godfather' of entertainment, and benefactor of athletes and politicians, dies

Clarence Avant, the manager, entrepreneur, facilitator and adviser who helped launch or guide the careers of Quincy Jones, Bill Withers and many others and came to be known as the "Black Godfather" of entertainment and beyond has died at 92....

The 5 Best Yoga Studios Around Frederick

Yoga likely originated in India around 2700 B.C. Thousands of years later, this holistic approach to health is a wellness staple for many. If you haven't tried it, give it a shot at one of Frederick's five favorite studios, as...

At a Jersey Shore bar, Taco Tuesday's soul lives on in a trademark

SOMERS POINT, N.J. — Gregory Gregory is a man of many titles: a grandfather, a Jersey Shore restaurateur and raconteur, a 71-year-old with the same first and last name.

Sunniva get ready for the next chapter

Rootsy. Rocky. Groovy. Indie. The descriptors are hard to nail down when it comes to Frederick’s Sunniva, a band that continues to evolve after going through multiple lineup changes in recent years.

Caroline Mayer exhibits oil paintings of the natural world in ‘Loving Nature’ at NOMA Gallery

Caroline Mayer will show her oil paintings featuring water and birds in the exhibition “Loving Nature” at NOMA Gallery throughout June.

Death, comics and finding the Holy Grail

Long story short, my dad died.

Winners announced for the annual Black History Month Art Contest

UScellular revealed the winners of its third annual Black History Month Art Contest with the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Eastern Panhandle during a ceremony Feb. 27.

The 5 Best Small Towns Around Frederick

Frederick County is renowned for its picturesque small towns that offer a blend of historic charm, vibrant community life, and scenic beauty. The Best of Best contest by The Frederick News-Post has spotlighted towns that exemplify the best in local...

MSD grad Gideon Firl plays lead role in all-ASL feature film ‘Jesus’ screening in theaters nationwide

There are about 120 to 150 movies that tell the story of Jesus, but a new groundbreaking film is opening his story cinematically to a new audience: the deaf community.

Breaking the Mold: Frederick sculptor Esperanza Alzona selected for national juried exhibitions

As a teenager, Esperanza Alzona wanted to be both a ballerina and brain surgeon. While the vocational pairing may seem unrelated and incompatible, the connection was clear and significant to Alzona.

The Fifth Power: A Tribute To Lester Bowie concert at Asbury United Methodist Church

One of Frederick’s favorite sons, Lester Bowie, will be celebrated Oct. 7 as part of The Fifth Power: A Tribute to Lester Bowie at the Asbury United Methodist Church. To honor the jazz legend, a chorus of trumpets will perform...

Humorously morose comedian Richard Lewis, who recently starred on 'Curb Your Enthusiasm,' dies at 76

Richard Lewis, an acclaimed comedian known for exploring his neuroses in frantic, stream-of-consciousness diatribes while dressed in all-black, leading to his nickname “The Prince of Pain,” has died. He was 76. A regular performer in clubs and on late-night TV...

Roy Ayers, a jazz legend who influenced hip-hop and R&B musicians, dies at 84

Roy Ayers, a legendary jazz vibraphonist, keyboardist, composer and vocalist known for his spacy, funky 1976 hit “Everybody Loves the Sunshine” has died. The Ayers family says in a Facebook post that he died Tuesday. Ayers' music never went out...

WOB presents musical comedy ‘Church Basement Ladies’

Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre will bring a hilarious little musical to the stage this spring. “Church Basement Ladies” will begin its run on March 31.

Kid-friendly events to get to this week

Looking for something to do with kids this week? Here are some ideas.

CATF kicks off 2025 slate with new experiences

A returning playwright. A “stunt spectacular.” A wild examination of truth. 2025’s installment of the Contemporary American Theater Festival is set to hold steady its reputation as a provocative, fearless showcase for forward-thinking theater when it kicks off July 11...

Auditions for Stephen King’s 'Misery'

The Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater will hold auditions for Stephen King’s “Misery” on July 13. Sign-in begins at 6 p.m., and auditions begin at 6:30 p.m. at The Playhouse, located at 44 N. Potomac St., Hagerstown.

The 5 Best 'Pick Your Own' Places Around Frederick

Eager to pluck nature's bounty straight from the source and breathe in some farm-fresh air? Visit Frederick’s top orchards and fields, as voted on by locals in Best of the Best, The Frederick News-Post's annual readers’ choice awards. At local favorite Catoctin...

Celebrate Frederick kicks off its annual Summer Concert Series at Baker Park on June 8

Celebrate Frederick has announced its Summer Concert Series lineup. This free series of musical performances is a summer tradition in Frederick, offering a variety of genres and styles for audiences of all ages.

Frederick native Pete McDermott will bring his band Ladybird to the Vanish Brewery stage

Pete McDermott is a founding member of the Milwaukee “Rustbelt Rock and Roll” band (their words) Ladybird, and he, along with his band, will take the Vanish Brewery stage on Sept. 15. The show will mark a bit of a...

Climate protesters arrested over spraying orange paint on Stonehenge monument

Two climate protesters have been arrested for spraying orange paint on the ancient Stonehenge monument in southern England. Wiltshire Police said the pair was arrested on Wednesday on suspicion of damaging one of the world’s most famous prehistoric monuments and...