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TRAINS OF CHRISTMAS

T he Visions, Sounds & Snows of Christmas Past &Present “The TRAINS of CHRISTMAS” show features a new “O” scale 3-rail Christmas layout with steam and diesel trains by Lionel, MTH, Williams, Weaver, and others operating in a snow scene on four levels.

The smoke and sounds of the Steam and Diesel locomotives fill the air with railroading past and present.

Beginning Nov. 18, 2011 thru Feb. 26, 2012 FRIDAYS, SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS 1-5pm Also open Dec. 22, 26 and 29 Closed Dec. 24, 25 and Jan. 1 Admission: $5.00 Adults, 50¢ Children 12 & younger

300 S. Burhans Blvd. (U.S. 11) Hagerstown, MD For more information call:

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Shenandoah Valley Area Map ..................................4 Valley Theatre ................................8 Directory & Map Key ......................9 Calendar of Events.......................12 IceFest PA....................................14 PA Maps .....................................18 PA Dining Guide..........................19 PA Points of Interest ......................20 Civil War Susquecentennial Commemoration ......................26 MD Maps....................................28 MD Dining Guide ........................29 MD Points of Interest ....................30 WV Maps ....................................36 WV Dining Guide ........................36 WV Points of Interest.....................38 VA Maps .....................................42 VA Points of Interest......................43 Published the first of each month. distributed Free throughout the cumberland and Shenandoah Valley area by the leading businesses who advertise in The Valley reVue magazine, and chamber of commerce office, Tourist information centers, State and national Parks, Museums, Military Posts and colleges. 11,110,000 published to date (since 1971). 8,000 copies this issue.

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2012 Reader Survey The Valley Revue readers have been loyally following our publication for over 41 years. Some have been with us for decades, while others are more recent converts. I’ve been picking up The Valley Revue since 1974, when I relocated to Hagerstown.

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Theatre bowtie not required Capitol Theatre 159 Main St., Chambersburg, PA

717/263-0202 www.thecapitoltheatre.org Carlisle Theatre 44 W. High St., Carlisle, PA

717/258-0666 www.carlisletheatre.org Chambersburg Community Theatre 159 S. Main St., Chambersburg, PA

717/263-3900 www.cctonline.org Cumberland Theatre

Washington Co. Playhouse 44 N. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD

101 N. Jackson St., Cumberland, MD

301/759-4990 cumberlandtheatre.com The Luhrs Center

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301/739-7469 Wayside Theatre 7853 Main St., Middletown, VA

H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center Shippensburg University 1871 Old Main Drive,Shippensburg, PA

540-869-1776 www.waysidetheatre.org Weinberg Center for the Arts

717/477 SHOW (7469) Maryland Ensemble Theater

301/228-2828 www.weinbergcenter.org Winchester Little Theatre

31 W. Patrick St. #L1, Frederick, MD

315 W. Boscawen St., Winchester, VA

20 W. Patrick St., Frederick, MD

301/694-4744 marylandensemble.org Maryland Symphony

540/662-3331 www.wltonline.org Wonderment Puppet Theatre

13 S. Potomac St.,Hagerstown, MD

301/797-4000 www.marylandsymphony.org Maryland Theatre

412 W. King St., Martinsburg, WV

304/258-4074 www.wondermentpuppets.com

21 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD

301/790-2000 www.mdtheatre.org The Old Opera House 204 North George St., Charles Town, WV

304/725-4420 www.oldoperahouse.org Potomac Playmakers 1608 Woodlands Run, Hagerstown, MD

301/797-8182 www.potomacplaymakers.com Shenandoah University 1460 University Dr., Winchester, VA

540/665-4569 Totem Pole Playhouse 9555 Golf Course Rd., Fayetteville, PA

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888/805-7056 or 717/352-2164 www.totempoleplayhouse.org

SATURDAY

Feb. 11 8:00pm Feb. 12 3:00pm

SUNDAY Viva la France!

With Special Guest, Edward Newman, piano 204 N. George St., Historic Charles Town, WV

The Hallelujah Girls Feb. 10-12 & 17-19, 2012 Comedy by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, Jamie Wooten

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Thomas Overture from Mignon Chaminade Callirhoë Suite, op.37 Pierné Piano Concerto, op.12 Massenet Overture from Phèdre Bizet L’Arlésienne: Suite No. 1 Saint-Saëns Bacchanale from Samson et Dalila

301-797-4000 www.marylandsymphony.org

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Entertainment • Dancing 222 100 1 227

Bavarian Inn’s Rathskeller . . . . . . . 3 Capitol Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Maryland Symphony Orchestra . . . . 8 Old Opera House. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

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Country Time Treasures . . . . . . . . . 15 Elstuns Mountainview Primitives & More . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 The Gift Enclosure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Lehmans Mill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Nature Niche . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Small Things Crafts at Persnickity Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Violets & More . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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Motels/Hotels/B&B/Lodging 222 238 216 3 238 216

Bavarian Inn & Lodge . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Cottage Rentals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Cider Mill House B&B . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Hampton Inn, Hagerstown . . . . . . . 33 Sleepy Creek Mountain Inn . . . . . . 41 The Woods Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

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www.bavarianinnwv.com www.berkeleyspringscottagerentals.com

www.cidermillhouse.com www.hampton-inn.com www.sleepycreekmountaininn.com www.thewoodsresort.com

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Recreation/Attractions 238 227 234 216

The Bath House Day Spa . . . . . . . . 41 Jefferson Co. CVB . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-25 Martinsburg CVB . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-47 The Woods Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Services 100

Main Street Deli . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Speciality Shops 234 156 100 100 100

Esh’s Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Greencastle Coffee Roasters . . . . . . 23 Ludwig Jewelers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Northwood Book Store . . . . . . . . . . 15 On What Grounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

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Stay Motivated All Year with these Easy Fitness Tips

(Family Features) In 2012, millions of people will make a vow to lose weight or start a fitness plan, but many will lose the motivation it takes to sustain a fit and active lifestyle within just a few weeks. With the right tools and support though, finding motivation to stay fit can be a snap.

Father, New York Times Best-Selling Author, and “Extra” TV host Mario Lopez finds his motivation to stay fit using the techniques of his personal trainer, Jimmy Peña. Now, Peña wants to help people keep their fitness vows using the same techniques by offering these simple tips to maintain motivation all year long: Start Small – If you haven’t been active in a long time, don’t stress your muscles by doing too much too fast. Start slowly by taking the stairs or squeezing in a 20-minute jog on your lunch break.

Build Up Endurance – Track your progress and continue to build upon your exercise activities – whether you’re running or jogging a route, walking a path, biking, swimming or weight training – to push yourself a little farther each week.

Grab a Partner – “You can improve exercise performance by having a partner who pushes you to your limits. But if you prefer to workout solo, the built-in audio trainer in the new MOTOACTV from Motorola can provide motivation. It’s like having a personal trainer right in your ear,” says Peña.

The new device tracks fitness stats including time, distance, heart rate and even calories burned. Then, upload your workout to www.motoactv.com to analyze the performance data tracked by the device – and

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challenge your friends to beat your latest stats. “A little competition can be a big motivator,” explains Peña.

Mix it Up – It’s important to make a fitness schedule and stick to it, but that doesn’t mean doing the same routine over and over. To stay motivated, try changing your workout. From walking to running to cycling, you can always find a new activity to challenge yourself – and you can bring MOTOACTV with you. Sweat-proof and rainresistant, this device also features a scratchresistant Corning Gorilla Glass display. You can wear it on your wrist, clip it to your shirt, or purchase a mount to attach it to your bike during an outdoor ride, making it easy to change up your activities to keep you interested (sold separately).

Turn Up the Volume – “Music is key for most of my clients. When they’re running out of steam, the right song can help put them on track to meet their fitness goals,” says Peña. Creating playlists of different music that keeps you motivated for different types of activities can really help keep you going. Remember to refresh playlists, as you can quickly tire of the same music.

“MOTOACTV is a personal trainer and a DJ all at the same time,” says Lopez. “It tracks all the data I need – from pace, heart rate, distance, miles logged, and it plays all my favorite music. It even knows the music I perform to best, which I have never seen before.”

In addition, users can stay tangle-free, since the device allows you to enjoy a completely wireless workout via stereo Bluetooth enabled headphones, sold separately. For more information on the new MOTOACTV from Motorola, visit www.motoactv.com.

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All month YEAR ROUND VOLKSWALK … dawn to dusk, Shell Station, 74 W. Main St., Westminster, MD. Walk the streets of Westminster. 410/871-0534.

A DAY FOR DIVAS … 10 York St., Gettysburg, PA. All-inclusive day for shopping, wining and dining and being pampered. Participants receive a specially designed Diva Day bag filled with goodies. Daily except Tuesdays. $35/person.

717/334-0572.

YEAR ROUND VOLKSWALK … 9 am-5 pm, Meet at McDonald’s, 1706 Ridgeside Dr., Mt. Airy, MD. Walk on the sidewalks and roadsides of Mt. Airy. 301/829-3685.

YEAR ROUND VOLKSWALK … 9 am-5 pm, The Inn at Norwood, 7514 Norwood Ave., Sykesville, MD. Walk on sidewalks, roadsides & town linear trail. 410/871-9464. ... every Sunday FREDERICK COUNTY SOCIETY OF MODEL RAILROAD WINTER OPEN HOUSE … 1-4 pm, behind 423 E. Patrick St., Frederick, MD. Visit a working HO scale Model Railroad, located in an authentic Chesapeake and Ohio railroad car. Every Sun. thru Feb. 5. www.fcsme.com. 301/6686371.

KARAOKE ... 9:30 pm-1:30 am, Dilly’s, 692 Lincoln Way, Chambersburg, PA. Karaoke, DJ Wayne, trivia and more. 717/263-8986.

... every Sun and Wed WESTERN MD RAILWAY MUSEUM ... 1-4 pm Sun., 9 am-12 noon & 1-3 pm Wed., 41 N. Main St., Union Bridge, MD. Railroad memorabilia, archives, pictures and model layouts. 410/775-0150. ... every Monday SWEET ADELINES HARMONY ALONG THE POTOMAC ...

6:30-9 pm, Trinity Episcopal Church, 200 W. King St., Martinsburg, WV. Global Open House with free singing lessons during the month of January.

Women’s barbershop chorus rehearsal.

Women of all ages are invited to enjoy 4part, a’capella singing. Call to register. 304/267-4796.

SWEET ADELINES FREEDOM VALLEY CHORUS ... 7 pm, St. Paul United Methodist Church, 750 Norland Ave., Chambersburg, PA. Women of all ages are invited to sample 4-part harmony singing, barbershop style. 717/709-0179.

MASON DIXON BARBERSHOP CHORUS REHEARSAL ... 7:30 pm, Haven Lutheran Church, 1035 Haven Rd., Hagerstown, MD. Men of all ages are invited to sample 4-part harmony singing. 301/790-3178. ... every Tuesday JAY & JOE’S ACOUSTIC PICKIN PARTY ... 6-8 pm, Port City Java, Long Meadow Shopping Center, 1551 Potomac Ave., Hagerstown, MD. Local musicians play

Calendar of Events deadline is the 5th of each month preceding publication.

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January acoustic rock, blues & folk music. Bring your instrument and join in. 301/790-5040.

“GALILEO: THE POWER OF THE TELESCOPE” … 7 pm, William M. Brish Planetarium, central offices of Washington County Schools, 823 Commonwealth Ave., Hagerstown, MD. Learn about the history and modern uses of the scientific instrument. Every Tuesdaay Jan. 11-Feb. 2. $3/adults, $2/children and students, $10/family max. www.wcps.k12.md.us/ depts_programs/planetarium. 301/766-2898.

ACOUSTIC OPEN MIC NIGHT AT DANTE’S … 10 pm-1:30 am, Dante’s, 16 W. Main St., Frostburg, MD. Local musicians and writers showcase their talents. 301/6391734. ... every Wednesday TARARA’S WINE WEDNESDAY … 11 am5 pm, Tarara Winery, 13648 Tarara Lane, Leesburg, VA. Stop in the tasting room and get free tastings. www.tarara.com. 703/7717100.

HAGERSTOWN TOASTMASTERS CLUB ... 7-8 pm, Hagerstown YMCA, 1100 Eastern Blvd., Hagerstown, MD. Need to brush up on your public speaking skills in a fun, nonjudgmental and encouraging environment?

We meet every 2nd & 4th Wed. Call for information. 301/988-3252.

MUSIC AT DANTE’S … 9-11 pm, Dante’s, 16 W. Main St., Frostburg, MD. Local musicians perform every Wed. 301/639-1734. ... every Wed and Fri SHERMAN-FISHER-SHELLMAN HOUSE TOURS ... 1 & 2 pm, 206 E. Main St., Westminster, MD. Historical Society of Carroll Co. 200-Year-Old Sherman-Fisher-Shellman House docent-led tours. Other tours may be arranged by appointment by calling the Society at 410/848-6494. ... every Thursday OPEN MIC ... 6:30-9:30 pm, Port City Java, Long Meadow Shopping Center, 1551 Potomac Ave., Hagerstown, MD. Hosted Open Mic. Acoustic music, all ages welcome.

301/790-5040.

KARAOKE … 9 pm-12 am, Applebees, 1050 Wayne Ave., Chambersburg, PA. Every 1st and 3rd Thursday. 717/263-4040.

OPEN MIC NIGHT AT DANTE’S … 10 pm1:30 am, Dante’s, 16 W. Main St., Frostburg,

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DANCE PARTY W/ DJ … 9:30 pm-1:30 am, Dilly’s, 692 Lincoln Way, Chambersburg, PA. Come enjoy karaoke, DJ Eliseo, trivia and more. 717/263-8986. … every Fri and Sat “GOD’S FAVORITE” … 6 pm Fri. & Sat, 1 pm matinee Jan. 15, Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater, 44 N. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD. Neil Simon play. Runs Jan. 6-28. Admission. 301/739-7469. … every Fri, Sat and Sun “ALL MEMBER WINTER SHOW” … 11 am-4 pm Fri. & Sat., 1-5 Sun., The Mansion House Art Gallery, 501 Highland Way, Hagerstown, MD. 301/797-6813.

THE TRAINS OF CHRISTMAS SHOW …

1-5 pm, Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum, 300 S. Burhans Blvd., Hagerstown, MD. Closed Jan. 1. The visions, sounds, and snows of Christmas past and present. Features an “O” scale 3-rail Christmas layout with steam and diesel trains by Lionel, MTH, Williams, Weaver, and other operating in snow scene on four levels. Show runs thru Feb. 26. $5/adults, $.50/ages 12 and under. www.roundhouse.org. 301/739-4665. ... every Saturday HAGERSTOWN FARMERS MARKET ... 5 am-12 noon, 25 W. Church St., Hagerstown, MD. Home cooked breakfast or lunch, farm produce, meats, poultry, eggs, flowers, local handmade crafts, and much more. www.hagerstownmarket.org. 301/739-8577, x183. continued on page 22 JANUARY 2012

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Live Ice Carving, Ballroom Dancing, Chili Cook-off,

Thursday, January 26th through Sunday, January 29th DOWNTOWN CHAMBERSBURG, PA visit our website at:

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he tenth annual winter festival features amazing ice sculptures as the backdrop for four days of events. With more than fifty sculptures, IceFest is the second largest ice festival in Pennsylvania. Live carving is Thursday and Friday nights!

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Schedule of events Thursday, January 26 5pm Official IceFest opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony with M& T Bank (the square) 5-8pm Live giant sculpture carving (throughout downtown) Ice Slide OPEN (in parking lot next to Gartenberg Jewelry) Festival food vendors (the square) $ Popcorn giveaway (sponsored by M&T Bank, 55 South Main St.) Participating businesses offer in-store specials and extended hours (throughout downtown)

Friday, January 27 5-8pm Ice Slide OPEN (in parking lot next to Gartenberg Jewelry) Live giant sculpture carving (throughout downtown) Festival food vendors (the square) $ Popcorn giveaway (sponsored by M&T Bank, 55 South Main St.) Complimentary hot chocolate booth (sponsored by F&M Trust, on the square) 5:30-10pm Snowfall Ball (Central Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall, the square) $

Saturday, January 28 8-11am All-you-can-eat pancake breakfast (Trinity Episcopal Church, 60 S. Second St.) $ 9am-4pm 5th Annual ArtFest� area artists creating artworks from 9am-4pm, with auction of

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Polar Dunk Plunge, Fireworks on Saturday & more!

untr y Time Treasures CoSpecializing in Traditional and Primitive Home Decor Christmas is Over…

But the Sales Just Keep Coming Your Way! Starting January 2nd thru the 31st

All Christmas is 50% OFF Start Next Year’s Christmas Shopping Early With All Our Great Deals Follow Us On FACEBOOK and TWITTER

717-264-2606 3640 Black Gap Rd. Chambersburg, PA 17202

Please join us during Icefest (From 81, take Exit 20, Make Jan 26th–29th for Specials throughout Right at Light & go approx. the Shop and 1/4 mile on the Right) Stop By: Mon-Fri 10-6, Sat 10-5, Sun 1-5 Refreshments!!

works to follow. Benefits “For the Kids”.

Refreshments available, sponsored by “Safe Kids”(Historical Preservation Services, 252 E. King St.) 717-261-9110 or 717-377-3093.

Main Street Deli Restaurant & Catering Serving Breakfast & Lunch Open Mon. thru Sat. 8 am to 3 pm Catering Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner Weddings • Rehearsal Parties Business Events & Special Occasions

177 South Main St., Chambersburg 717-267-2501

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9am-7:30pm World Class Cake Decorators Compete in “Icing on the Cake” held at the Capitol Theatre Wood Center. Amateurs and Professionals are invited to enter a carved or stacked cake that represents this year’s theme “Celebrating a Decade”

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10am-noon Polar Dunk Plunge (location TBD) see some of Chambersburg’s elected officials and professionals being dunked! Benefits the Girls & Boys Club of Franklin County and IceFest $

• Literature • Collector Editions • Easton Press

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10am-1pm Complimentary hot chocolate booth (sponsored by F&M Trust, on the square) 10am-4pm Festival food vendors (throughout downtown) $ ”Celebrate Community”, open exhibit at Franklin County Historical Society at the Old Jail, 175 East King St. 10am-8pm Ice Slide OPEN 11am-2pm Chili cook-off (sponsored by Dr. Paul D. Orange), Located in the North Square parking lot $ vote with donation 1-2:30pm SHIP Hospitality Suite, 1st floor conference room, Heritage Center on the square Complimentary coffee, hot chocolate, & cookies sponsored by the Shippensburg University Alumni Association 1:30pm Hot pepper eating contest (North Square parking lot) entry $ 2pm Chambersburg Ballet Company presents 3 ballets; “The Firebird”, “Winter Scene”, & “Mozartiana” at the Capitol Theatre Center, 159 S. Main St., with professional guest artists and glowing black light effects. 263-0202 $ 6:30pm Fireworks extravaganza (sponsored by Franklin County Visitors Bureau and Southgate Mall, optimal viewing from Southgate parking lot, West Washington St.)

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HOFBRAUHAUS RESTAURANT, Abbottstown (H-2). German-American cuisine. Open Mon. 11-9, Tue.-Thur. 112:30 & 5-9, Fri. & Sat. 11-9:30, Sun. noon7:30. Sauerbraten, Wiener Schnitzel, Rouladen, Kassler Rippchen, Steaks & Seafood. Party & Banquet facilities. Credit cards accepted. 717/259-9641. See ad on this page.

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Points of Interest Shawnee State Park W of Bedford on U.S. 30. Named after the Shawnee Indians, this 3,800-acre park includes a 451-acre lake.

335 campsites, fishing, swimming, boating, hiking, hunting, snowmobiling, and picnicking. Open yearround.

Gravity Hill Located west of Rt. 96 near New Paris, PA. Defy gravity at this remote spot in Bedford County. Water runs uphill … cars roll uphill … it really works! Difficult to find unless you have detailed directions. The Bedford Co.Visitors Bureau will send a free map and brochure – Call 1-800-765-3331.

Lake Gordon & Koon Lake Located E of U.S. 200 S of Bedford in the Centerville area. A real mecca for fishermen.

Espy House Built in 1771, served as Washington’s Headquarters in the fall of 1794 during the Whiskey Rebellion. The only remaining building in existence on its original site, occupied by Gen. Arthur St. Clair, President of the Continental Congress & first Governor of the Northwest Territory.

Anderson House 137 Pitt St., Bedford. Built in 1814 by Dr. John Anderson, a portion was used for his office & in 1815, converted one-half of the house into a bank, whose original vault can still be viewed. The Chamber of Commerce now occupies part of the house. 800/7653331, ext. 220.

Breezewood Located at the #12 interchange of the Pa. Turnpike, I70 and U.S. 30. Nearby areas offer a wide variety of recreational areas.

Fulton House One hundred block of Lincoln Way E, McConnellsburg. A former stagecoach inn, c. 1793. Restored in 1976, today houses offices of the borough of McConnellsburg and the Fulton Co.Historical Society open for special events or by appointment. 717/4853172.

Burnt Cabins Grist Mill One of the oldest mills in the County dating back to 1750, and the only grist mill still operated by a waterpowered overshot wooden water wheel.

McConnellsburg The County seat of Fulton County. at the junction of the Lincoln Highway Rt. 30, and US Rt. 522. Established in 1786 and filled with historic structures from the late 18th century. 717/485-4064.

Fort Loudoun Historic Revolutionary War Fort ruins mark the site of the first Colonial uprising against British military rule in 1767.

Ramps Bridge Also known as Failors Mill Bridge, one mile west of Newburg (off Rt. 641) on Covered Bridge Road. Built in 1882, it is the only such structure remaining on its original site in Cumberland Co. Red Bridge The covered bridge just south of Mercersburg on Rt. 416 was built in 1883 and is still in daily use.

Mercersburg Home of the famed Mercersburg Academy, a private school whose campus is home to the log cabin birthplace of James Buchanan, the only native Pennsylvanian to become President of the United States.

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Cowans Gap State Park Located 9 mi. NE of McConnellsburg. Over 1,300 acres includes a 42-acre lake for swimming, fishing, and boating, 232 campsites, 10 rental cabins, and scores of private cabins.

Robert Kennedy Memorial Presbyterian Church Organized in 1741 at Welsh Run, SE of Mercers-burg on Rt. 416, one of the oldest churches in the Cumberland Valley.

Greencastle Established in 1782, historical events include President Washington’s visit during the Whiskey Rebellion, and John Brown’s stay while working on plans for the Harpers Ferry Raid.

Firemen’s Display Greencastle. The Rescue Hose Company displays the nation’s oldest workable fire engine built in 1741 and other early firefighting equipment.

The Johnston Home Greencastle. Built in the late 1700’s by Dr. Robert Johnston, Surgeon-General during the Revolution.

George Washington slept here during a visit at the time of the Whiskey Rebellion.

Mason-Dixon Crown-Stone Marker Located S of Greencastle. Charles Mason and Jeremiah Dixon surveyed and marked the line between Md. and Pa. in 1765, placing stone markers at one-mile intervals, with every fifth mile marked by a Crown-Stone.

This 105th milestone, is one of the few remaining left.

Enoch Brown Park Just N of Greencastle. Massacre site of Enoch Brown, pioneer schoolteacher, and his ten pupils during the uprising of the Pontiac Indians in 1764.

Martin’s Mill Covered Bridge Greencastle. One mi. W of Greencastle.

The original bridge, built in 1849, crosses the Conococheague Creek. The bridge is 205 ft. long and approx. 28 ft. wide.

Brown’s Mill Graveyard Near Greencastle. Monument built to the memory of Revolutionary War heroes pays tribute to the men who fought for independence.

Corporal Rihl Monument Greencastle. Corporal William Rihl of the First New York Cavalry was the first union soldier killed on Free Soil in the Civil War, June 22, 1863.

Brown’s Mill School Just N of Greencastle, E of U.S. 11. A complete furnished example of a country schoolhouse.

Waynesboro Dates back to 1749. Located nearby is the SnowHill Nunnery with the cloistered buildings intact as they were used by the 7th-Day Baptists.

Toll Gate House 323 E. Main St. Waynesboro. Built between 1844 and 1853. Now serves as the office for the Franklin County Chapter of the American Red Cross.

A.T.H. & L. Museum S. Potomac St., Waynesboro. Contains approximately 150 pieces of Fire Company Memorabilia dating back to 1880. Free.

Oller House 138 W. Main Street, Waynesboro PA 17268. Tour: Queen Anne-style home donated by industrialist J.F. Oller Family. Houses the Waynesboro Historical Society and area genealogy library and information. Call 717.762.1747

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107-acre park along the Antietam Creek, features a Pennsylvania-German farmstead, an extensive collection of John Bell Pottery, and features Nicodemus collection of American decorative arts. Open late April-late Oct. Open Tues-Sun, 12-4pm.

Admission. 717/762-4723 Penn State’s Mont Alto Campus Location of the first Episcopal Chapel built in the area.

Abolitionist John Brown taught Sunday School here prior to his ill-fated Harpers Ferry raid. Also the site where over 500 iron workers once toiled at the Mont Alto Furnaces.

Chambersburg The County Seat of Franklin Co. Occupied by Southern forces three times during the Civil War. The last time ended in the burning of the city in 1864 for refusing to pay ransom of $100,000 in gold.

The Chambersburg Heritage Center Located on the square at 100 Lincoln Way East, Chambersburg.

Open Monday - Friday 8am 5pm, and Saturday 10am - 2pm.

An interpretive center dedicated to over 200 years of Franklin County History. Topics include: Frontier, Architecture, Underground Railroad, Civil War Invasions and Raids, and Transportation.

717/264-7101.

Wilson College Chambersburg. One of the nation’s oldest four-year liberal arts colleges for women. In 1982 the college established its Continuing Studies Division to serve both men and women. The 300-acre Wilson campus is open to the public.

Chambersburg Volunteer Firemen’s Museum 441 Broad St., in the former quarters of the Cumberland Valley Hose Co. #5. Displays of historic pumpers, uniforms, artifacts, and photographs.

Open May-Oct. Fire Prevention Week. Sat. 1-9 p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m. Free. 717/263-1049 (evenings).

The Old Jailhouse 175 E. King St., Chambersburg, at N. Second St. (U.S. 11N). An 1818 jail complex, restored and renovated houses the Kittochtinny Historical Society’s Museum and Library. Hours vary. 717/264-1667.

Caledonia State Park Between Chambersburg and Gettysburg, 1,444 acres in Franklin and Adams Co. astride U.S. 30. Golf, swim, picnic, camp or enjoy entertainment at the Totem Pole Playhouse Summer Theatre. Thaddeus Stevens blacksmith shop, c. 1830, now operates as a museum.

Historic Round Barn Franklin township between Cashtown and Arendtsville, a short distance N of U.S. 30 W of Gettysburg. Built in 1914 by Noah Sheely, Adams County’s first commercial orchardist.

Biglerville N of Gettysburg on Rt. 34. Known for its old general store of yesterday and days gone by.

Gettysburg Site of the Battle of Gettysburg. The County Seat of Adams County. Site of Lutheran Theological Seminary founded in 1826, and Gettysburg College established in 1832. Site of the Battle of Gettysburg fought in July 1863 and the Civil War battlefield where President Lincoln delivered his famous Gettysburg Address Nov. 19, 1863.

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Eisenhower National Historic Site 97 Taneytown Rd., Gettysburg. The only home ever owned by General Dwight D. Eisenhower and his wife, Mamie. Originally furnished home, 1887 Pennsylvania bank barn. Tours offered daily, Junior Secret Service program for children 7-12. Admission. Open daily 9-4.

717/338-9114.

Cashtown Inn 1325 Old Rt. 30, Cashtown. 1797 stagecoach stop.

Confederate headquarters for Battle of Gettysburg.

Seen in the movie, Gettysburg. Open Tue.-Sun offering lodging and dining. 717/334-9722.

Cumberland County Historical Society and Hamilton Library Association 21 N. Pitt St., Carlisle. Open Mon. 7-9 p.m., Tues.-Fri. 1-4 p.m. 5,500 books and monographs relating to regional history as well as the oldest American-made printing press, Schimmel & Mountz woodcarvings, Jim Thorpe photos and more. Free.

Carlisle The County Seat of Cumberland County. Carlisle named for Carlisle, England, was laid out in 1751 following the same pattern of its namesake. Home of three signers of the Declaration of Independence and Carlisle Barracks, second oldest army post in the United States, and Molly Pitcher of Revolutionary War fame.

The Neas House 113 W. Chestnut St., Hanover. An elegant Federal-style mansion, circa 1783. One of the first all brick buildings in the town; it once was the home of Hanover’s first Burgess. There are 7 rooms, 2 halls and a kitchen. The home is furnishings are circa 1815, the year the original owner and his wife died. Admission also provides entrance to the Warehime-Myers Mansion. Tours available Sat Noon-3:15. Special tours are available – 717 637 6413 or 717 632 3207.

The Warehime-Myers Mansion 305 Baltimore St., Hanover. A Neo-Classic structure, circa 1911. One of Hanover’s twin mansions built by the Hanover Shoe Co. for the co-owners. It has 17 room, 2 large halls, a carriage house and an expansive lawn with a wide variety of trees, identified by ‘common and botanical’ names. It remained in the family until 1996 when J. William Warehime purchased it. He donated it the Hanover Area Historical Society in 2007.

The furnishings are eclectic, some from each of the former owners. Admission also provides entrance to the Neas House. Tours available Wed. 10-3:15 & Sat Noon-3:15. Special tours are available – 717 637 6413 or 717 632 3207.

The Little Red Schoolhouse On the campus of Shippensburg University. Built in 1865 and moved brick-by-brick to its present site in 1969. Visit by special appt. through the Univ. Alumni Office. 717/477-1218.

Strawberry Hill Nature Center 3 mi. W of Fairfield on Mt. Hope Rd. 609 acre non-profit preserve with wildlife, woodlands, ponds, and streams to explore on more than 10 miles of blazed trails. Nature Center open 9-4 Mon. - Fri. Trails open dawn-dusk daily. Free. 717/642-5840.

Conococheague Institute Museum and Library Located in the shadows of Whitetail Ski Resort, 1-1/2 miles SW of Rts. 995 & 416. Home of the original Welsh settlement, 1730s, f.f. Scotch-Irish & German settlers. Frontier forts of French & Indian War era. History/genealogy research library, Welsh Barrens Visitor Center, Negley & Davis/Chambers houses, German 4Square garden, early settlers cemetery. Tours available. Open Tues., Wed., Fri., & Sat., 9-4, Sun., 1-4.

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SATURDAY MORNING YOUTH PROGRAMS ... 10-11:30 am, Wash. Co. Museum of Fine Arts, Hagerstown (MD) City Park, Virginia Ave. at Park Circle. Free art classes for ages 6-13. Monthly registration required. www.WCMFA.org. 301/739-5727.

KARAOKE … 9 pm-12 am, Tony’s New York Pizza, 14224 Pennsylvania Ave, Hagerstown, MD. Come enjoy karaoke, DJ, trivia and more. 301/739-8669.

DANCE PARTY WITH DJ … 9:30 pm-1:30 am, Dilly’s, 692 Lincoln Way, Chambersburg, PA. Karaoke, DJ Wayne, trivia and more. 717/263-8986. ... every Sat and Sun. HANSEL AND GRETEL … 12 noon & 2 pm, Wonderment Puppet Theater, 412 W. King St., Martinsburg, WV. $4.50/person, free/ages younger than 2. Runs Jan. 21 thru March 4. www.wondermentpuppets.com.

304/258-4074.

WAYNESBORO MODEL RAILROAD CLUB … 1-5 pm, Old Mill Building, 3291 Waynecastle Rd., Waynecastle, PA. Experience four of the area’s largest model railroads plus special children’s train. Closed Jan. 22. www.waynesboromodelrrclub.com.

717/762-9579. … continuing thru January 1 THE EIGHT REINDEER MONOLOGUES … 7 pm, Maryland Ensemble Theatre, 31 W. Patrick St., Frederick, MD. Santa’s reindeer are dishing the dirt on ol’ St. Nick. Not recommended for children under age 17. www.marylandensemble.org. 301/694-4744. … continuing thru January 3 GIFTS FOR THE HOLIDAYS … 10 am-6 pm, Arts at Canal Place, 16 Howard St., Cumberland, MD. Features gifts for the holidays made by all members of the gallery.

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ART EXHIBITION … 12 noon-5 pm, The Frostburg Museum, Hill & Oak St., Frostburg, MD. Art exhibition by Liz Hackney.

301/689-1195. … continuing thru January 4 THE FALL 2011 STUDENT JURIED SHOW … 9:30 am-9 pm Mon.-Thurs., 9:30 am-5 pm Fri., 9:30 am-3:30 pm Sat., Mary Condon Hodgson Art Gallery, Frederick 22 ja nua ry 2012

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Newburg, PA 17240 • 717-530-5305 Located between Newburg & Roxbury

(Rt. 997 - 2 miles from Blue Mtn Turnpike, F-1 on map) 8 am to 5 pm • Sat 8 am to 3 pm (Closed Sun.)

Community College, 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick, MD. www.frederick.edu.

301/846-2513. … continuing thru January 6 MINIATURE ART 2011 … 10 am-2 pm Tues.-Fri., The Council for the Arts, 159 S. Main St., Chambersburg, PA. Fine art miniature show. www.councilforthearts.net.

717/264-6883. … continuing thru January 8 SHADRACK’S CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND … dusk, Adventure Park USA, 11113 West Baldwin Rd., New Market, MD. Spectacular drive-thru Christmas light show.

Weekend photos with Santa, hot chocolate, s’mores, kettle corn, cookies and Adventure Park’s indoor attractions. Admission. www.adventureparkusa.com. 301/865-6800. … continuing thru January 12 GALLERY OF GIFTS … 10 am-4 pm Mon.Wed., Fri. & Sat., 10 am-8 pm Thurs., Carroll Arts Center, Tevis Gallery, 91 W. Main St., Westminster, MD. Special cash and carry exhibit will resemble a boutique. Over 27 artists display festive wares. Complimentary gift bagging for all purchases. 410/848-7272. … continuing thru January 13 PAINTINGS BY BETTY KOONTZ … 8 am12 noon & 1-5 pm Mon.-Thurs., 8 am-12 noon & 1-4 pm Fri., Franklin County Area Development Corporation, 1900 Wayne Rd., Chambersburg, PA. Oils and pastels by Fayetteville artist Betty Koontz. www.councilforthearts.net. 717/264-6883. … continuing thru January 14 ART EXHIBIT … The Blue Parrot Bistro, 35 Chambersburg St., Gettysburg, PA. The drawings of Gettysburg artist Nanette Hatzes. 717/398-2396. … continuing thru January 15 ART EXHIBIT … 9 am-5 pm Tues.-Fri., 9 am-4 pm Sat., 1-5 pm Sun., Wash. Co. Mu-

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seum of Fine Arts, Hagerstown (MD) City Park, Virginia Ave. at Park Circle. The Wyeth Family of Artists. Works by members of the Wyeth family and the impact of their influence on regional artists is explored. www.wcmfa.org. 301/739-5727. … continuing thru January 20 ART DISPLAY … 7 am-4:30 pm Mon.-Fri., 8 am-1 pm Sat., On What Grounds? Coffee Shop, 162 Lincoln Way East, Chambersburg, PA. Artists Scott and Penny Durbin will display watercolors and pen & ink drawings.

717/264-6883. … continuing thru January 22 VALLEY ART ASSOCIATION ART EXHIBIT … 9 am-5 pm Tues.-Fri., 9 am-4 pm Sat., 1-5 pm Sun., Wash. Co. Museum of Fine Arts, Hagerstown (MD) City Park, Virginia Ave. at Park Circle. www.wcmfa.org.

301/739-5727.

RUSTICA … 9 am-5 pm Tues.-Fri., 9 am-4 pm Sat., 1-5 pm Sun., Wash. Co. Museum of Fine Arts, Hagerstown (MD) City Park, Virginia Ave. at Park Circle. Internationally known printmaker, draftsman & painter, Robert Patierno brings his graphic compositions to museum. www.wcmfa.org. 301/7395727. … continuing thru January 29 FREDERICK ARTS COUNCIL MEMBER EXHIBIT … Thurs.-Sun., Cultural Arts Center, 15 W. Patrick St., Frederick, MD. Mixed media artwork from members of the Frederick Arts Council. www.frederickarts council.org. 301/662-4190. … continuing thru January 31 ART EXHIBITION … City Lights, 59 Baltimore St., downtown Cumberland Mall, Cumberland, MD. Exhibition by George and Nancy Small. 301/777-9800.

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… continuing thru March 4 ART FOR AMERICA: SELECTION OF WPA PRINTS … 9 am-5 pm Tues.-Fri., 9 am-4 pm Sat., 1-5 pm Sun., Washington Co. Museum of Fine Arts, Hagerstown (MD) City Park, Virginia Ave. Part of a collection of more than 70 works allocated to the museum in 1943. www.wcmfa.org. 301/7395727.

Sunday, January 1 FORT RITCHIE POLAR BEAR PLUNGE … 9 am registration (or online), Fort Ritchie, Cascade, MD. Plunge at 10 am. Proceeds benefit Fort Ritchie Community Center. Free t-shirt to all participants. www.theFRCC.org. 301/241-5085.

WILLIAMSPORT POLAR BEAR PLUNGE … 11 am registration, 12 noon plunge, Potomac River Bottom Park, Williamsport, MD. Take a plunge in the icy river to benefit the Humane Society of Washington County. www.williamsportmd.org. 301/223-7711 or 301/733-2060, x239.

FIRST DAY HIKE … 11 am-12:30 pm, Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. Meet at the Blue Ridge Trailhead at 11 am. Start the new year off right with a leisurely-guided hike on the Gap Run Trail and Woodpecker Lane. www.virginiastateparks.gov. 540/592-3556.

CARILLON CONCERT … 12 noon, Baker Park, Carillon Tower, Frederick, MD. Free. www.fredericktourism.org. 301/600-2888 or 800/999-3613.

Sunday, January 1 thru 31 ART IN THE HALLWAY SALE … Meritus Medical Center, Hallway left of information desk, 11116 Medical Campus Rd., Hagerstown, MD. Artist Ron Lytle. Artwork can be purchased at the Gift Shop. Portion of proceeds benefits Meritus Medical Center Auxiliary. Open to public. 301/790-8144. january 2012

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Sesquicentennial Commemoration The Romney Expedition Contributed by Kyle F. Wichtendahl Guarding the Road to Windschester An original correspondent’s sketch of the 4th Ohio Artillery outside of Romney. This was part of the garrison which withdrew in advance of Jackson.

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t the dawn of 1862, the first winter of the Civil War was settling on the American countryside. On most fronts, the war remained quiet, but in Western Virginia, Confederate General Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson had a bold plan to tip momentum toward the South. Though Jackson’s Romney Expedition of January 1862 is now largely forgotten, for those who participated, it was one of the most painful and grueling experiences of the war.

In the fall of 1861, newly promoted Major General Jackson was given command of the Valley District in Northern Virginia. Jackson made Winchester, VA his headquarters on November 4th and began formulating a plan to not only defend against Union attack, but clear the entire district of US troops. Even after consolidating local forces and receiving reinforcements from the east, Jackson was severely outnumbered by Union Generals William Rosecrans in Western Virginia and Nathanial Banks in Maryland, but he remained undaunted.

Jackson marched from Winchester toward Bath (Berkeley Springs), VA (now West Virginia) with 9,000 men on January 1st. The weather was unseasonably warm, prompting many to leave behind gear like 26 JA N UA RY 2 0 1 2

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Unfortunately, the weather took a sudden and severe, bringing biting cold, snow, and ice.

Men from the Deep South, unaccustomed to such weather, suffered greatly, but Jackson pressed on.

Jackson occupied Bath on January 4rd.

After brief skirmishing, Union troops under General Frederick Lander crossed the Potomac into Hancock, MD, leaving Jackson in possession of the town, its stores, and several dozen prisoners.

Jackson pursued and bombarded Hancock with artillery from the Virginia shore for two days, but Lander refused to surrender the town. Lacking a safe crossing of the partially frozen river, Jackson disengaged on January 7th and moved toward Romney, VA (now West Virginia), the main object of his campaign.

Due to severe weather, inadequate roads, and inexperienced officers and men, it took the bulk of Jackson’s small army a week to reach Romney. Even this was impressive given the difficulties of their march. According to Private John Worsham of the 21st Virginia, The road had become one sheet of ice from frequent marching over it, and the THE VALLEY REVUE C A L EN DA R MAGA Z IN E

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of the American Civil War men would march in the side ditches and in the woods where it was practicable; guns were constantly being fired by men falling, and many accidents were occasioned thereby. In some instances the horses had to be taken from the cannon and wagons, and men with chains and ropes pulled them, the horses being sent forward through the woods; and at many hills the pioneers had to cut small trenches across the road in order that the men might have footing.

By the time Jackson reached Romney on January 14th, the Federal garrison had already evacuated days earlier, and the Confederates seized the town and many supplies without resistance. Jackson had intended to continue to Cumberland, MD and deeper into Western Virginia, but given the severe weather and the exhaustion of his army, cancelled the plan. Leaving the division of Gen. William Loring at Romney, Jackson returned to Winchester with the remainder of his force and went into winter quarters.

Winchester continued as a base for minor Confederate operations throughout the winter, but major campaigning was closed until the spring.

Strategically, the Romney Campaign accomplished very little. It did clear Federal troops from the immediate district, but was not a major strategic shift in the war. It also forestalled any major Union advance, but drastic troop reductions shortly thereafter allowed Federal troops to occupy Winchester in March without difficulty. The campaign did, however, contribute greatly to the experience and reputation of Jackson and his men. The Romney Expedition helped to illustrate Jackson as a strict disciplinarian, an aggressive commander against long odds, with high expectations of his officers and men. Throughout January of 1862, Confederate troops marched long distances over treacherous ground at unprecedented speed, helping to build their reputation as Jackson’s “foot cavalry.”

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Town of Hancock to Commemorate Battle of Hancock Civil War Sesquicentennial January 5-8, 2012 The small western Maryland town of Hancock was the site of a Civil War battle from January 5-7, 1862. The town is hosting a series of special events in commemoration of the sesquicentennial. The opening ceremony will take place at St. Thomas’ Episcopal Church on Thursday, January 5 at 7 p.m. with an introduction by event chairperson, Lily Wolford, followed by a reading of the Hancock Historical Society’s winning student essay and a dramatic musical presentation by the Springs Chamber Ensemble. Special events will continue on Friday evening (January 6) at 7 p.m. with the opening of several exhibits including “Hancock’s Hall of Heroes” by Mac Elser which includes pictures and biographical information on hundreds of soldiers who participated in the Battle of Hancock. There will also be a talk by Dr. John Rathgeb on Battlefield Orthopaedics, and a performance by the Hancock Arts Council Civil War String Band.

Saturday January 7th’s events begin at 9 a.m. with a 5K Run/Walk starting at the historic St. Thomas’ Episcopal Church, which was used as a hospital during the Civil War. Other events include several speakers, authors, exhibits, cannon firing demonstrations and re-enactors, followed by the Wildcat Regiment Band concert at 5 p.m.

Events will conclude on Sunday afternoon (January 8) with a Memorial Service and Grave Stone Dedication for soldiers buried in the St. Thomas’ Episcopal Church Cemetery, and a Civil War period Evening Prayer Service at 4 p.m. in the church.

The history and significance of Hancock, Maryland in the Civil War is important to remember, and to re-tell. In early January of 1862, Confederate General Stonewall Jackson ordered the surrender of the town of Hancock. The Town was an important transportation site, on the C&O Canal and the National Road. General Jackson had been disrupting activities on the canal, and also making raids on the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad. Forces attached to Jackson had also attacked Fort Frederick, just east of Hancock, on Christmas Day. The Union commander in charge of the garrisoned town, Brigadier General Frederick Lander, refused to surrender Hancock. Confederate troops commenced firing from Orrick’s Hill, just across the Potomac River from Hancock.

The ongoing cannon bombardment continued for two straight days. The Union Troops held fast, and refused to give up the Town of Hancock.

Finally, on January 7th, having failed to find a suitable crossing into Maryland, the confederate forces retreated and advanced on Romney. The winter was already bitter cold, and between the stubborn defenses of the Union Army, and the frigid temperatures, Jackson withdrew. According to reports, there were 25 casualties.

The Battle of Hancock Sesquicentennial Commemoration will include a wide range of activities for people of all ages. A full schedule of events can be found on Facebook at “The Battle of Hancock Commemoration Events,” or on the Town of Hancock’s website at www.hancockmd.com.

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Serving Hagerstown and the tri-state area with the finest seafood available. Look for the Big Crab. Sun.Thur. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri. & Sat. 9 a.m.10:30 p.m. Major credit cards accepted. Call ahead for faster service, 301/739-8220. See ad on this page.

MOUNTAIN GATE FAMILY RESTAURANT, Thurmont (G-3) & 153 Waynesboro, PA (F-3). Family restaurant with home-cooked daily specials. Full menu available. Offpremise catering. Dessert Bar. Gift Shop.

Fresh Baked Pies. Candy. Carry-out deli. 301/271-4373 Thurmont location or 717/765-6772 Waynesboro, PA location.

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Rose Hill Cemetery 535 Fayette St., Cumberland. Cumberland area historic cemeteries and monuments erected and restored by Cumberland Historic Cemetery Organization. Gravesites of major interest throughout US history. 301-722-5480. www.chco-online.org.

Western Maryland Station Center Home of the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad which runs excursions May through mid-DecemHistoric Frostburg ber; and the Allegany County Visitors Center/C&O US 40 Alt, Frostburg. 19th century homes, churches and commercial Canal Visitors Center and Canal Exhibit Center disbuildings line Main Street. Self-guided walking tour. Free. playing artifacts and audio visual displays on Canal Frostburg Museum history. Free. Visitors Center is open daily, from 9 Hill & Oak Streets, Frostburg. 1899 school building with local history am - 5 pm, closed major holidays. 301/722-8226; 800/425-2067. displays, memorabilia of Frostburg – its area and people. Tues-Sat Rocky Gap State Park noon til 5. Free – donations accepted. 301/689-1195.

Five mi. E of Cumberland on I-68. Over 3,000 acres featuring a 243Thrasher Carriage Museum acre lake. Two beaches in the day-use area (301/777-2139) and one 19 Depot St., Frostburg, features horse-drawn beach in the 278-site campground area (301/777-2138). Fishing, hikvehicles from delivery wagons to Vanderbilt ing, nature trails, boat rentals and private boating with use of electric sleighs. 301/689-3380. Admission. Queen City motors only. Daily 6 a.m.-sunset during summer season. $2/person.

Transportation Museum, 210 S. Centre St., CumRocky Gap Veterans Cemetery berland, features a National Road exhibit from a Adjacent to Rocky Gap State Park on Pleasant ValConestoga Wagon to a Model T. 301/777-1776. Admission. ley Rd. E of Cumberland. A 15-acre site adminisSpruce Forest Artisan Village tered by the state provides free burial for Maryland On U.S. Rt. 40, east of Grantsville, nestled between Penn Alps Veterans. Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Free. 301/777-2185.

Restaurant and Craft Shop and the 1813 Casselman Bridge. Village Oldtown features working artisans inside authentic and historic log cabins, Site of the historical Cresap House is the oldest community in AlleBear Hill School and plankhouses. Buildings date back to pre-Revogany Co.. lutionary War era. Open year round, Mon.-Sat., 10-5. Various fesMichael Cresap Museum tivals and music concerts throughout the year. Free. 301/895-3332.

Opessa St., Oldtown, off Rt. 51. Open first week in Sept. from 1-5 Casselman River Bridge p.m., as well as June-Sept. and other times by appt. 1764 home of Grantsville. The bridge was erected in 1813.

Revolutionary War hero. Visit the museum grounds and gardens.

Its 80-foot span was the longest single-span Walking tour of Oldtown in the a.m. 301/223-9602. bridge in America at that time. Skeptics felt Christian Heritage Museum that the elongated stone arch would collapse Nestled in historic western Maryland’s Washonce the supporting timbers were removed. However, the bridge ington County, the Christian Heritage Museum stood and served as a major link along the National Road from 1813 is a collection of rare historic Bibles, books, to 1933. Open daily. Free. manuscripts, sermon notes, and documents The Castle of Christian history. Call or visit our website to schedule your tour at 15925 Mt. Savage Rd., Mt. Savage. Turn-ofwww.christianheritagemuseum.com, 877-313-9002. the-century industrialist Andrew Ramsey Paw Paw Tunnel/C&O Canal NHP built this castle to resemble the “Craig CasThe historic 3,118 foot-long C&O Canal tunnel, built between 1836 tle” in Scotland. This incredible home with and 1850, is located 25 miles southeast of Cumberland, MD off MD period furnishings is currently a Bed and Rt. 51, across the Potomac from Paw Paw, WV. Visitors hike approx.

Breakfast. Tours by appointment only. 301/264-4645.

1/2 mile to reach the tunnel entrance. Open year-round, daylight to Evergreen Museum dusk. Carry a flashlight. Park Service guided tours offered weekends 15603 Trimble Rd., NW, Mt. Savage. 200 during the summer. For information, call the Cumberland Visitor years of history including period furniture and Center at 301/722-8226. books from the Trimble library, maps, letters Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum and deeds from the late 1700’s and a 5-ft.

300 S. Burhans Blvd., Hagerstown. Home of Hagerstown Chapter, long dollhouse replica of the 3-story EverNational Railway Historical Society. Exhibits picture the history of the green House. Walk on the mile-long trail used to haul coal during seven railroads of Hagerstown. Fri., Sat., & Sun. 1-5 p.m. Admission.

WWI. 301/264-4106.

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The Narrows & Lover’s Leap Washington Co. The Cumberland Narrows, is a spectacular break in the Allegheny Museum of Fine Arts Mountains with vertical rock walls rising more than 800 ft. above City Park, Hagerstown. Georgian brick muWills Creek, U.S. 40 and the main line of the CSX Railroad. seum maintains a remarkable collection of Gordon-Roberts House American paintings, drawings, prints and 218 Washington St., Cumberland’s Nasculpture from the 18th century to the present as well as fascinating tional Register Historic District. Condecorative arts. The Museum contains ten galleries and offers exhistructed in 1867 for Josiah Hance Gordon, bitions, concerts and lectures free to the public. Tues.-Fri. 9-5, Sat. a prominent Cumberland attorney and 9-4, Sun. 1-5. Mon. Closed. Free. 301/739-5727. www.WCMFA.org President of the C&O Canal. In 1889 the W. Hager House and Milnor Roberts family purchased the house and lived in it for over Hager Museum sixty years. Open year round, Tues.-Sat. 10-5. Tours on the hour, last Key St., City Park, Hagerstown. Stone residence one at 4. Admission. 301/777-8678. of Captain Jonathan Hager, founder of HagerGeorge Washington’s stown, built in 1739. April-Dec., Tues.-Sat. 10 Headquarters a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun. 2-5 p.m. Nominal admission. 301/739-8393.

Greene St., Riverside Park, Cumberland. Only The Mansion House Art Gallery remnant of Fort Cumberland, circa 1755.

Highland Way, city Park, Hagerstown. Built by Historic St. Patrick & miller-horticulturist, home builder-artist, John SS. Peter & Paul Cemeteries Heyser, in 1846. Now home of The Valley Art 125 Fayette St., Cumberland. Historic gravesites of Union & ConfedAssociation, where members exhibit their work, erate soldiers, local slaves, Catholic Friars, and the Shrine of Pieta. conduct meetings, art classes and art shows 301/722-4624, Ed Taylor, Jr. for tour. all of which are open to the public. Fri. and Sat. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sundays 1-5 p.m. Free. 301/797-6813 30 JAN UARY 2 012 T h e VALL EY R e V Ue C AL e N DAR M AgAz iN e

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Town Museum of Williamsport Located in the Springfield Farm Barn, Springfield Lane (off U.S. 11 north), Williamsport. Displays of local and area memorabilia & artifacts. Open every Sun., 1-4 p.m. Free. 301/223-7229.

Log House Museum 11 South Mill St., Clear Spring District Historical Assn., P.O. Box 211, CS David Wiles. An original log home from the 1830’s restored and furnished with items that were used 150 years ago. Admission. By appointment only. 301/842-2342.

Western Maryland Rail Trail Located 1/2 mi. east of I-70, Washington Co., exits 1, 3 & 12. One of the premier rail trails in the east. A 20-mi. paved former railroad right of way. 301/842-2155.

Miller House Museum 135 W. Washington St., Hagerstown, the Miller House is an 1820s residence operating as a museum and headquarters of the Washington County Historical Society.Tours Apr.-Dec., Wed.-Sat., 1-3 pm. Admission. 301/797-8782.

Albert Powell Trout Hatchery Six mi. E of Hagerstown, Rt 66 exit off I-70. Produces more than 150,000 fish annually for stocking Maryland waters for sportsman.

Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 301/791-4736.

Beaver Creek School Museum 9702 Beaver Creek Church Rd. Operates as a museum by the Washington Co. Historical Society. Free. 301-797-8782. histsoc@earthlink.net.

Boonsborough Museum of History 113 N. Main St. (U.S. 40-A), Boonsboro. Memorabilia of Boonsboro & Washington Co. Open Sun. 1-5. May-Sept. Nominal admission.

301/432-6969.

Appalachian Trail South Mountain Washington & Frederick Counties.

Hiking trail over 2,000 miles long extending from Maine to Georgia, on the crest of the South Mountain between Washington and Frederick Counties.

Washington Monument State Park Near Boonsboro, the first monument erected to the memory of George Washington in 1827. Glorious views, hiking, picnicking. 301/791-4767.

South Mountain House On Alt. U.S. 40 (the Old National Trail) between Boonsboro & Middletown on the Appalachian Trail, established in 1732 as a wayside inn/tavern. Today houses one of the area’s finest restaurants.

Crystal Grottoes Caverns On Md. Rt. 34 near Boonsboro. Only caverns open to the public in the entire state of Md. Mar.-Sept. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. & Oct.-Feb. 11 a.m.5 p.m. Admission. 301/432-6336.

Antietam National Battlefield On Md. Rt. 65 North and East of Sharpsburg. Daily 18min. orientation slide program. Weather permitting, an 8-mile self-guided auto or bike tour is available.

Burnside Bridge Antietam Battlefield. Built in 1836, later named for Union General whose unsuccessful battle was staged on the bridge. One of several dozen stone arch bridges found in this part of Maryland.

Barron’s C&O Canal Museum & Store 1-1/2 mi. NW of Sharpsburg on Snyder’s Landing Rd. off Rt. 65. Historical pictures, artifacts & interpretive discussion about the history of the Canal. Sat. & Sun. 9-5 year-round. Free. 301/432-8726.

Brunswick Railroad Museum 40 W. Potomac St. Historical displays of the B&O RR, C&O Canal, Potomac River, the town and its people. Sat. 10-4; Sun. 1-4 AprilDec. 301/834-7100.

Catoctin Mountain Park/ Cunningham Falls 3 mi. W of Thurmont on State Rt. 77. 1,500 acres including waterfalls, hiking trails, 42-acre lake for swimming, seasonal camping and cabin rentals, picnicking, fishing, boating, riding, mountain climbing. Visitors Center open weekdays 10-4:30 and 8:30-5 on weekends. 301/663-9388.

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Grotto of Lourdes On U.S. 15 near Mount St. Mary’s College, Emmitsburg. First National Catholic Shrine in America. Daily dawn to dusk. The great 25-foot statue of the Blessed Mother stands at the Grotto entrance on a 95-foot tower, visible for many miles. Free.

Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Seton Emmitsburg. National Shrine of the first nativeborn American saint. Tues.-Sun. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sat. & Sun. 9 a.m. Mass. 301/447-6606.

Fallen Firefighters Memorial On the campus of the National Emergency Training Center (formerly St. Joseph’s College), S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. Daily, 8:30-5. Free.

Western Maryland Railway Historical Society Museum Rt. 75 in Union Bridge. Plans, photos and artifacts of Western Maryland Railway. Sun. 1-4 p.m. Jan.-Dec. except holidays. Free.

Winchester Country Inn Westminster. Oldest English-style farmhouse standing in Carroll Co., c. 1760, once the home of William Winchester, founder of Westminster. Also the site of a vocational training program for people with developmental disabilities.

Carroll Manor Area W of Buckeystown on Manor Woods Rd. Estate of Charles Carroll, Signer of the Declaration of Independence. St. Joseph’s Church on the estate contains many works of art and antiques. Free.

New Market E of Frederick, I-70 & Md. 75, on Rt. 144. Nationally famous “Antique Capital of Maryland” with 40 stores and shops.

Gathland State Park 2 mi. E of Md. Rt. 67. Site of the War Correspondents Arch honoring journalists who covered the Civil War. The only monument dedicated to a free press in the world. Free. 301/791-4767.

Gambrill State Park Off U.S. 40 west of Frederick. Scenic panorama overlook at 1,800 ft. elevation. Camping areas. Nature trail, hiking and horseback trails.

Schifferstadt 1110 Rosemont Ave., Frederick, just off U.S. Rt. 15, Exit 7. The oldest dwelling in Frederick City, built c. 1756. Tues.-Sat. 10-4, Sun. 12-4. April-mid-Dec. Donation. 301/663-3885.

Hessian Barracks On the grounds of the Maryland School for the Deaf, S. Market St., Frederick. Used during the Revolutionary War to house prisoners and later during the Civil War as a hospital.

The Delaplaine Visual Arts Center Historic Mountain City Mill Building, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. A lovely gallery presents monthly changing exhibits. Thu.-Sat. 10-5, Sun. 1-4. 301/698-0656.

Tourism Council of Frederick Co. 151 S. East St., Frederick. Daily 9-5:30. Exhibits and film on Frederick County, MD. No Admission. 301/600-4047.

Court House Square Court & Church Sts., Frederick. Many beautiful 18th and 19th century homes. Co. Court House, landscaped grounds, monuments & markers.

Frederick Co. Historical Society Museum 24 E. Church St., Frederick. Over 6,000 items related to Frederick Co. history. Guided walking tours our offered Saturday 11 am and Sundays at 1:30pm, May-Oct. Open Mon.-Sat. 10-4, Sun. 1-4 p.m. Donations.

Rose Hill Manor Park N. Market St., adjacent to Gov. Thomas High School, Frederick. Restored home of Maryland’s first governor. Children’s Museum, Farm Museum. Open by request and at annual spring & fall festivals. Open April-Oct. Mon.-Sat. 10-4; Sun. 14; Nov. weekends only: Sat. 10-4 & Sun. 1-4. Closed Jan. & Feb. Admission. 301/600-1650.

The National Museum of Civil War Medicine 48 E. Patrick St., Frederick. Dedicated to telling the medical story of the Civil War. Mon.-Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-5. Closed: New Year’s, Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Admission. 301/695-1864.

Garden House 3513 Urbana Pike, Urbana. Historical Smith’s Store (c. 1830) served the outspoken unionist Thomas A. Smith & family as a residence, store, saloon & post office during the Civil War. 301/874-2231.

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Thursday, January 5 THOMAS PANDOLFI … 7:30 pm, Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick, MD. Piano virtuoso. $20-$25/person. www.weinbergcenter.org. 301/600-2828.

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8-10 pm, Dante’s, 16 W. Main St., Frostburg, MD. 301/639-1734.

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OPEN 7 DAYS – 9 to 5 (301) 739-0858 www.antiquexroads.com the Colored Pencil Society of America. Opening reception Jan. 7, 1-3 pm. 301/777-2787.

Thursday, January 5 thru 8 BATTLE OF HANCOCK COMMEMORATION … Hancock, MD. Four-day commemoration of Hancock’s involvement as part of the Civil War Sesquicentennial. Demos, lectures, musical performances and more. www.hancockmd.com/ BattleofHancock.htm. 301/678-6173.

Friday, January 6 FREE FIRST FRIDAY … 5-7:30 pm, Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum, 54 S. Loudoun St., Winchester. Explore the museum free of charge. Come use your imagination. www.discoverymuseum.net. 540/7222020.

Thursday, January 5 – February 3 ART EXHIBITION … 9 am-5 pm Mon.-Fri., 11 am-4 pm Sat., Saville Gallery, 9 N. Centre St., Cumberland, MD. Exhibition by the Greater Cumberland District Chapter 121 of

FIRST FRIDAY COFFEEHOUSE … 7:30 pm doors open, Trinity Church Orchard House, 4599 Shepherdstown Rd., Shepherdstown, WV. Performer Jacob Johnson. $5-$10 donation requested. www.reverbna-

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Fri, Sat, January 6 & 7 LAUGH STATION: INFINITY … 8 pm, Maryland Ensemble Theatre, 31 W. Patrick St., Frederick, MD. For mature audiences only. $5/person. 301/694-4744.

Fri, Sat, Sun, January 6, 7 & 8 UPPER POTOMAC PIPERS WEEKEND …

Shepherdstown, WV. Offers 2-hour long classes at a variety of levels. Concerts, round robin sessions, late night jams, student-led mini classes and more. Advance reservations needed. www.smad.us. 304/263-2531.

Friday, January 6 thru 31 ART EXHIBIT … 11 am-5 pm Tues.-Fri., 10 am-4 pm & by appointment Sat., Washington County Arts Council, 14 W. Washington St., Hagerstown, MD. Form: Function. Art & Ceramics by Cookie Redding. Opening reception Jan. 6, 5-7 pm. North Gallery has Themeless Beginnings: Work by Mary Wunderlich. www.washingtoncountyarts.com.

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Saturday, January 7 CARTOONFEST … 2 pm, Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick, MD. Animation on the big screen. $5-$7/person. www.weinbergcenter.org. 301/600-2828.

FIRST SATURDAY “WINE” DOWN … 5-9 pm, Downtown Frederick, MD. Food & wine tastings, mind & body therapies, music and more. 301/698-8118.

FREE MOVIE NIGHT … 7-9 pm, Bridge of Life Center, Hagerstown, MD. Movie, free popcorn and soda in a family-friendly environment. www.BridgeOfLife.org. 301/7911674.

COMMON GROUND ON THE HILL CONCERT SERIES … 8 pm, Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main St., Westminster, MD. Sony Recording Artist Tom Chapin. $19/adults,

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LIVE MUSIC AT THE CLUBHOUSE GRILLE … 8 pm, The Woods Resort’s Clubhouse Grille, Mountain Lake Rd, Hedgesville, WV. Music by Ellis Woodward. www.TheWoods.com. 304/754-7977. See ad on page 2.

Sat, Sun, January 7 & 8 150TH ANNIVERSARY JACKSON’S BATH-ROMNEY CAMPAIGN … Berkeley Springs, WV. Living history encampments, candlelight camp tours, firing demos, fife and drum, Victorian Winter Ball and more.

Victorian Winter Ball music by Civil War Comrades and dance instruction at Country Inn. $20/person or $35/couple. 304/258-2210 for reservations. www.bathromney campaign.webs. com. 304/258-2224.

GETTYSBURG NATIONAL MILITARY PARK WINTER LECTURE SERIES … 1:30 pm, Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center Theater, Gettysburg, PA. “1862: War in Earnest & Perspectives on the Gettysburg Campaign and Battle.” Free. www.nps.gov/gett. 717/3341124, x8023.

Sunday, January 8 HAMILTON MEMORIAL RECITAL … 2:30 pm, Wash. Co. Museum of Fine Arts, Hagerstown (MD) City Park, Virginia Ave. at Park Circle. Gretchen Farrar, soprano and Francisco Roldan, guitar. Ticketed event. $5/non-members, free/members and children under age 12. www.wcmfa.org.

301/739-5727.

Wednesday, January 11 – March 2 19TH ANNUAL MEMBERS INVITATIONAL EXHIBITION … Anderson House, 137 E. Pitt St., Bedford, PA. www.artsinbedfordpa.org. 814/623-1538.

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Thursday, January 12 “THE ENCHANTED ISLAND” … 12:55 pm, RC Theatres Cinema 3, Frostburg, MD. Shown live as it is being performed at the Metropolitan Opera in New York. www.rctheatres.com.

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Friday, January 13 “ANTONIA’S LINE” … 7:30 pm, The Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main St., Westminster, MD. Rated R. Winner of the Academy Award for best Foreign Film. $6/adults, $5/CCAC members, students 18 & under and seniors over age 60. www.carrollcountyartscouncil.org. 410/848-7272.

Fri, Sat, January 13 & 14 THE COMEDY PIGS … 9 pm, Maryland Ensemble Theatre, 31 W. Patrick St., Frederick, MD. Late night comedy. 301/694-4744.

Fri, Sat, Sun, January 13, 14 & 15 UPPER POTOMAC FIDDLE RETREAT …

Shepherdstown, WV. Concert, contra-dance, jam sessions, teacher-led open band, student-led mini classes and more. Reservations needed. www.smad.us. 304/263-2531.

Friday, January 13 thru March 4 “DAMN YANKEES” … Way Off Broadway Dinner Theater, 5 Willowdale Dr., Frederick, MD. www.wayoffbroadway.com. 301/6626600.

Saturday, January 14 BEGINNERS ARTISAN BREAD BAKING CLASS … 8 am-5 pm, The Washington County Rural Heritage Museum, Washington Co. Agricultural Education Center, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro, MD. Bring a bag lunch, beverages provided. $50/person.

Registration required. www.ruralheritagemuseum.org. 240/420-1714.

GETTYSBURG NATIONAL MILITARY PARK WINTER LECTURE SERIES … 1:30 pm, Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center Theater, Gettysburg, PA. “1862: War in Earnest & Perspectives on the Gettysburg Campaign and Battle.” Free. www.nps.gov/gett. 717/3341124, x8023.

“THE BLACK PIRATE” … 3 pm, Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick, MD. Silent movie with Wurlitzer.

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THE LARRY STEPHENSON BAND AND THE GIBSON BROTHERS … 7 pm, Johnson-Williams Middle School, 200 Swan Ave., Berryville, VA. Berryville Bluegrass Series.

Raises funds for the Clarke Co. High School Eagle Athletic Association. $120/season tickets, $22/advance, $25/at the door. www.berryvillebluegrass.com. 540/837-2187.

FRANKIE AVALON … 7:30 pm, Allegany High School auditorium, Cumberland, MD. Tri-State Concert Association’s Legends of Rock n’ Roll 2012 series. Preferred seating $155 for series, general seating reserved and $135 for series. Tickets at TWR, 549 N. Centre St., Cumberland. 301/759-0580. www.tristateconcerts. com.

LIVE MUSIC AT THE CLUBHOUSE GRILLE … 8 pm, The Woods Resort’s Clubhouse Grille, Mountain Lake Rd, Hedgesville, WV. Music by John Howell and Sarah B. www.TheWoods.com. 304/7547977. See ad on page 2.

Sat, Sun, January 14 & 15 MOTORCOACH DRIVING TOUR: 150TH ANNIVERSARY JACKSON’S BATH-ROMNEY CAMPAIGN … Berkeley Springs, WV. Guided tour of campaign sites in Morgan and Hampshire counties. Tickets: $55/two-day, $30/one-day. www.bathromneycampaign. webs.com. 304/258-0997.

Sunday, January 15 THE ROGUES … 7 pm, The Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main St., Westminster, MD. CeltRock Folk Classical group. Benefit con-

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Monday, January 16 WINTER TRAIL CHECK … 12 noon-3 pm, Sky Meadows State Park, Visitor Center, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane, VA. Join a Park Ranger and a Trailblazers crew member on the back porch of the Historic Mount Bleak House at noon for trail and safety information. Spend the afternoon hiking and helping clear, clean and inspect the trails. www.virginiastateparks.gov. 540/592-3556.

Old Glory

Antique Marketplace Over 110 Dealers

Open Daily 10-6, late Thurs til 8pm 5862 Urbana Pike (Rt. 355 South) Frederick, MD (I-70 Exit 54 onto 355 S.)

301-662-9173 www.oldgloryantiques.com

“CRY FREEDOM” … 1 pm, The Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main St., Westminster, MD. Rated PG. True story of the friendship between black activist Steven Biko and liberal white newspaper editor Donald Woods as they fought apartheid in South Africa.

Free. www. carrollcountyartscouncil.org.

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Thursday, January 19 FREDERICK CO. CIVIL WAR ROUNDTABLE … National Museum of Civil War Medicine, 48 E. Patrick St., Frederick, MD. Speaker Terry Reimer. “Bad Doctors: Military Justice Proceedings Against 622 Civil War Surgeons.” www.frederickcountycivilwarrt.org. 301/668-8660.

MIDDLEBURG/MASON-DIXON LINE HISTORICAL SOCIETY … 7 pm, Ruritan Building, Route 11 north at State Line (PA) Community Park. Guest speaker Karen M. Gray, Ph.D. will speak about “A 1904 Passenger Boat Tour Down the C&O Canal.”

Public invited. Refreshments. 301/739-0357.

Thurs–Sat, January 19, 20 & 21 2012 BEAD EVENT … 10 am-5 pm, Lehmans Mill, 19935 Lehmans Mill Rd., Hagerstown, MD. Touch & see display. Purchase $150 and get a FREE Snap Bracelet. www.lehmansmill.com. 301/739-9119. See ad on page 48.

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Friday, January 20 THE COLOR OF JUSTICE … 10 am, Weinberg Center, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick, MD. A story of America in the 1950s. TheatreWorks USA presentation. Ages 8 and above. $6-$7/person. www.weinbergcenter. org. 301/600-2828.

Fri, Sat, Sun, January 20, 21 & 22 “DEADMAN’S MAMBO” … 8 pm Fri. & Sat., 2 pm Sun., Maryland Shakespeare Festival, Frederick Cultural Arts Center, 15 W. Patrick St., Frederick, MD. In conjunction with OMBELICO. Admission. www.mdshakes.org. 301/668-4090. continued on page 39

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Harpers Ferry Six mi. E of Charles Town on Rt. 340. Restored National Park, famous site of John Brown’s raid on the U.S. Arsenal in 1859.

Wax Museum, Arsenal site, Armory, B&O Railroad Station, St. Peters Church, and many quaint shops nearby.

Harpers Ferry Overlook A beautiful panoramic view of three states, WV, VA and MD, at the junction of the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers. Nearby is the famous “Jefferson Rock.” where Thomas Jefferson wrote, “This view is well worth a trip across the Atlantic.”

Old Opera House 204 N. George St., Charles Town. Built by descendents of Charles Washington, brother of George. Refurbished and renovated, now offers seven programs annually including classic plays, concerts, comedies, dramas and children’s plays. For current schedule, call 304/725-4420.

Jefferson County Museum 200 E. Washington St., Charles Town. An outstanding collection of artifacts, many of which relate to the Harpers Ferry raid and the Civil War. Of particular interest is the wagon that carried Brown to his execution and the battle flag of Stuart’s horse artillery. Open April-Nov. Admission $2.00 per person. Open Tues.Sat.

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Belle Boyd House & Museum 126 E. Race St., Martinsburg. open April 13 though Christmas. Civil War-World War I and II displays-many other Berkeley County displays like the famous baseball player Hack Wilson. Built by Benjamin Reed Boyd who was the father of the famous Civil War spy Belle Boyd who spent part of her childhood here. Eleven rooms of historic displays. Open Fri. and Sat. 10 am-4 pm. Closed Federal holidays. Other days by appointment only.

Private tours advance notice of 3 days. Call 304/267-4713.

Tri-County Archives Research Center 136 E. Race St. Berkeley County Virginia was carved off Frederick County Va. in 1772. Very large collection of records on the area families and their homes. Records on over 3,500 places listed in the National Register of Historic Places in Berkeley County. Open Thurs., Fri., Sat., 10 am-4pm. Closed Sun.-Wed. and Federal holidays.

Aspen Hall 405 Boyd Ave., Martinsburg. Nestled on seven park-like acres on a stocked trout stream and built of native limestone, this elegant mansion, circa

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Admiral Boarman House 208 S. Queen St., Martinsburg. One of the oldest brick houses in town, c. 1802, on land granted to Adam Stephen in 1773 by Lord Fairfax.

Bunker Hill Flour Mill Just off U.S. 11 S of Martinsburg in the village of Bunker Hill. One of the very first mill sites in Berkeley Co., c 1735, on an original land grant. Steam tractor engine & other exhibits.

Historic Shepherdstown Museum In the historic Entler Hotel, corner of Princess and German Sts., Shepherdstown. Area artifacts preserved and displayed. Rumsey Boat House displays a half-scale model of the first steamboat, built

by James Rumsey, and launched on the Potomac in 1787. Open April-Oct., Sat. 11-5 & Sun. 1-4. Free. 304/876-3407.

The Country Inn at Berkeley Springs Berkeley Springs. Built on site of 500 room Berkeley Hotel (c.1869), The Country Inn has since 1932 continued to serve travelers in a manner befitting the town’s colonial days. A unique blending of styles from days gone by; the grace, charm and elegance of the historic Inn and Spa. 866458-2210.www.berkeleysprings.com

Coolfont Manor House On 1800 acres, about 4 mi. from Berkeley Springs. Home of American author, teacher, attorney, and statesman, Herbert Quick (1861-1925).

House was built over a spring which flows through the cellar and out into a front-yard swimming pool.

Cacapon State Park and Lodge 10 miles South of Berkeley Springs.

An outdoorsmen’s paradise, over 6,100 acres. Vacation cabins, restaurant & lodge rooms available. Swimming, picnicking, boating, fishing, hiking & bridle trails plus an 18-hole championship golf course.

Gen. Adam Stephen House 309-313 E. John St., Martinsburg. Home of the founder of Martinsburg, built in 1774-1789 of a native limestone on a hill overlooking the Tuscarora Creek. Stephen served in the French & Indian and Revolutionary Wars. Sat. & Sun. 2-5 May-Oct or by appt. Free.

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Norman Dillon Farm Museum Located on the corner of Route 9 and Ridge Road Across from Hedgesville High School. The museum contains a large number of pieces of old farm equipment, some of which dates back to pre-civil war days. Museum is Open April 1st through October 21st, Saturday and Sunday 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Free Admission 304/267-7519 or 304/263-0731.

Museum of The Berkeley Springs On the 2nd floor of the Roman Bath Bldg. (which is the oldest public bldg in Morgan Co., c. 1820), Berkeley Springs. History & geology of The Springs & its people. Memorial Day - mid-Oct. (Apple Butter Fest weekend). 2-5 Thu. & Fri.; 10-4 Sat.; 12-4 Sun.; 9noon Mon. & Tue.; closed Wed. Free.

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Saturday, January 21 AFTERNOON WITH THE AUTHORS …

11 am-2 pm, The Blue Ridge Summit Free Library, Community Room, Blue Ridge Summit, PA. Authors include: Maxine Beck, C.W. and Rhonda Lee Whitehair and Cheyenne Harris. Refreshments served.

Free. 717/642-5645 or 717/794-2240.

HAUSER AFTER HOURS … 6-9 pm, Hauser Estate Winery, 410 Cashtown Rd, Biglerville, PA. Winter Luau! Catered by the New A-Ville Inn. Nancy and Jody’s Island Fusion Music performing. www.hauserestate.com. 717/334-4888.

IRON RIDGE … 7 pm, The Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main St., Westminster, MD. Bluegrass band. $15/adults, $13/CCAC members, students 18 & under and seniors over age 60. www.carrollcountyartscouncil. org. 410/848-7272.

FREE MOVIE NIGHT … 7-9 pm, Bridge of Life Center, Hagerstown, MD. Enjoy a movie, free popcorn and soda in a safe, family-friendly environment. www.BridgeOfLife.org. 301/791-1674.

LIVE MUSIC AT THE CLUBHOUSE GRILLE … 8 pm, The Woods Resort’s Club-

house Grille, Mountain Lake Rd, Hedgesville, WV. Music by Todd Brooks. www.TheWoods. com. 304/754-7977. See ad on page 2.

Sat, Sun, January 21 & 22 GETTYSBURG NATIONAL MILITARY PARK WINTER LECTURE SERIES … 1:30 pm, Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center Theater, Gettysburg, PA. “1862: War in Earnest & Perspectives on the Gettysburg Campaign and Battle.” Free. www.nps.gov/gett. 717/3341124, x8023.

Saturday, January 21 to April 14 ART SCHOOL ALUMNI EXHIBITION … 9 am-5 pm Tues.-Fri., 9 am-4 pm Sat., 1-5 pm Sun., Wash. Co. Museum of Fine Arts, Hagerstown (MD) City Park, Virginia Ave. at Park Circle. www.wcmfa.org. 301/7395727.

Sunday, January 22 MOLLER ORGAN RECITAL … 3 pm, St. John’s Lutheran Church, 141 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD. Organist Jerry McGee. Reception follows. www.discoverystation.org. 301/790-0076.

BRYAN ADAMS CONCERT … 7 pm, H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg University, Shippensburg, PA. “The Bare Bones Tour.” $45-$59/person. 717/4777469.

Wednesday, January 25 “BLAZING SADDLES” … 7:30 pm, Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St.,

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Frederick, MD. Comedy. $7/person. www.weinbergcenter. org. 301/600-2828.

Thursday, January 26 thru 29 ICEFEST 2012 … In and around downtown Chambersburg, PA. Winter festival featuring live ice carving and amazing sculptures, family fun, chili cook-off, ballroom dancing, scavenger hunt and more. www.IceFest PA. com. See pages 10-13.

Friday, January 27 EVENING OF ENTERTAINMENT … 5 pm cash bar cocktail hour, 6 pm film at New Embassy Theatre, 49 Baltimore St., Cumberland (MD) Town Centre; followed by dinner & dancing at Ristorante Ottaviani, 25 N. Centre St., Cumberland, MD. Film “Big Night” and a special dinner. Advanced ticket required. 301/722-4692.

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717/263-0202.

HAUSER AFTER HOURS … 6-9 pm, Hauser Estate Winery, 410 Cashtown Rd, Biglerville, PA. Food will be catered by Fabio Carella. The Al Parson’s Band will be performing. www.hauserestate.com. 717/3344888.

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by Native Americans long before Europeans arrived in the New World, are at the heart of a mountain spa community in West Virginia’s Eastern Panhandle.

First noted as Medicine Springs in 1747 on a map drawn by Thomas Jefferson’s father, the waters for many centuries have drawn visitors seeking health and relief from the stress of everyday life.

In 1776, George Washington’s family and friends drew up a plat of 134 lots, named the streets, and incorporated The Town of Bath, invoking the muses of the renowned English spa. Yet the magic of the springs prevailed, and the town and surrounding area are known by their name – Berkeley Springs.

The waters flow at a constant 74°F from the base of Warm Springs Ridge. You may still drink freely and fill your jugs at Lord Fairfax’s public tap, and wade in the ancient stone pools in the nation’s smallest state park. The town has endured cycles of notoriety, fashion, war and modern progress, but remains the Country’s First Spa, a quiet, friendly haven surrounded by West Virginia’s splendid outdoors. ß

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www.berkeleysprings.com January Events in Berkeley Springs Morgan Arts Council Presents Gallery Shows January 13-February 26, Landscape-Tactility and Imagination. This exhibit explores the relationship of image reality and tactile fields of the imagination. ranging from the intimate to the monumental and from realistic to abstract. Mediums will include drawing, photography, ceramics and paintings.

Curator: Geraldine Kiefer. Fri, Sat & Sun 11am to 5pm. For Info, 304-258-2300 January 6-8, 6th Annual Bath-Romney Campaign Commemoration Encampment, living histories, candlelight tours of the Berkeley Springs State Park. For info, call Jim Bailey (304) 258-2224.

January 7 Civil War Ball. The Country Inn. 8pm. Call the Inn for reservations.

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January 13-15, 6th Annual Bath-Romney Campaign Commemoration Encampment and bus tours. For info, call Jim Bailey (304) 258-2224.

January 21 Wine & Dine with the WV winemaster. 7pm. Brief program, "a year in the Vineyard" following a 6 course gourmet dinner with matched Fisher Ridge wines. Reservations-Highlawn Inn 304-258-5700.

January 28-30 Winter Escape Packages. Highlawn Inn, Atasia Spa & Tari’s Cafe January 28 Spa Feast at the Ice House. 10am-4pm. Lectures, Movement Classes, Door Prizes. $2 admission.

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Winchester-Frederick County Visitors Center 1400 S. Pleasant Valley Rd. Winchester. Maps, attractions, events restaurant, lodging and shopping information. Open daily 9-5.

Closed major holidays. 540/542-1326. Toll-free 877/871-1326. www.VisitWinchesterVA.com.

Winchester & Frederick County is home to the world famous Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival, held each spring & the Apple Harvest Festival, held the third weekend in September.

State Arboretum of Virginia 9 mi. E of Winchester on U.S. 50. Educational workshops, recreation, driving tours of the Arboretum & Blandy Experimental Farm. Open dawn to dusk year-round. Free. 540/837-1758.

Abrams Delight 1340 Pleasant Valley Rd., off Rt. 50 E, Winchester. Built in 1754 by an early settler, Isaac Hollingsworth. Restored & refinished in Early American period. Open April-Oct. Mon-Sat 10-4, Sun 12-4. Admission. 540-662-6519.

Long Branch E of Winchester on U.S. 50 on Va. Rt. 624. Federal Georgian mansion museum (c. 1811) filled with period furniture, silver, china & Oriental carpets.

A Duncan Phyfe dining table and 12 Hepplewhite chairs identical to another dozen used in the White House. Open Sat. & Sun. 12-4. April-Oct. Admission. 540/837-1856.

Sheridan’s Headquarters Corner of Piccadilly & Braddock Sts., Winchester. Gen. Sheridan began his famous ride in 1864 to Cedar Creek Battlefield here, then rallied his retreating army and drove the Confederates from the field.

Stonewall Jackson’s Headquarters N. Braddock St.Winchester, VA. During the winter of 1861-62 General Jackson & his staff occupied this house — now a museum. April-Oct. - 10-4 daily. Nov-March - Fri & Sat 10-4, Sun. 12-4. Admission. 540/667-3242.

Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum 54 S. Loudoun St., Old Town Mall, Winchester. Hands-on, interactive discovery museum for families. Climbing-wall, simple machines, natural history center, fully equipped emergency room clinic, dinosaur prep lab, new Paleontology exhibit. Open 9-5 Tues.-Sat., 15 Sun. Admission $6. 540/722-2020.

Old Court House Civil War Museum Built in 1840, the courthouse served as a prison and hospital to both Northern and Southern troops. Today it stands as a “Witness to War”…a historic building with soldiers’ graffiti and an extensive relic collection. Winchester’s downtown walking mall. Open Fri. & Sat. 10:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M., Sun. 1:005:00, Tours also available by special appt, (540) 542-1145 www.civilwarmuseum.org Skyline Caverns Largest and only developed cavern in Warren Co., VA & one of only a few places on earth where delicate & unique formations known as Anthodites are on display.

800/296-4545.

Waterford 7 mi. NW of Leesburg on Rt. 698. Restored Quaker village dating back to 1733. The famed 3-day annual Home Tour and Crafts exhibits and displays of the treasured works of local artisans is held the first full weekend in October.

The Warren Rifles Confederate Museum 95 Chester St., Front Royal. Memorial to the men and women who served the cause of States’ Rights, 1861-65. Relics and records of the War Between the States. Daily April 15-Oct. 31, 9-4. Admission, all students free. 540/636-6982 or 635-2219.

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Loudoun Museum/Information Center 16 W. Loudoun St., Leesburg. 130-year-old building next to a restored log cabin (c. 1767). 200 years of local history and slide presentation. Starting point of the walking tour of historic Leesburg.

Daily 10-5; Sun. 1-5. $1 Admission. 703/777-7427.

Ball’s Bluff National Cemetery Two mi. N of Leesburg off Rt. 15 bypass on Rt. 837. Site of the only major battle of the Civil War in Loudoun Co. Open daylight til dark.

Morven Park Two miles north of Leesburg on Rt. 698. Historic 1,200-acre estate of the late Virginia Governor & Mrs. Westmoreland Davis. America’s foremost antique carriage collection, Governor’s Mansion, boxwood gardens, and the international Equestrian Institute. Open April-Oct., Tues.-Fri. 12-4:30, Sat. 10-5, & Sun. 1-5, closed Mon. (except holidays). Limited hours in Nov. & Dec. Admission. 301/777-2414.

Oatlands Six mi. S of Leesburg in the heart of Hunt Co. Once the center of a thriving acre plantation. Boxwood, magnolias & a gazebo tea-house grace the formal gardens. Built in 1800-1803 by George Carter. AprilDec., Mon.-Sat. 10-4:30; Sun. 1-4:30. Admission. 703/777-3174.

St. Thomas Chapel Trust Middletown. Original Chapel built 1834, patterned after York Cathedral in England, as an interdenominational place of worship.

Shenandoah Caverns Just two minutes off I-81, Exit 269, 4 miles north of New Market, VA. A natural phenomena of limestone formations, discovered in 1884 and opened to the public in 1922. Open year round, guided tours every 20 min. 540/477-3115.

Middletown Home of the Wayside Theatre, VA’s 2nd oldest professional theatre co., producing an 8-play season of recent Broadway hits from MayDec. Also home of Wayside Inn, hotel/restaurant since 1797.

800/951-1776.

Belle Grove In the Cedar Creek Battlefield one mi. S of Middletown off U.S. 11. Built in 1794 by Revolutionary War Office, served as Sheridan’s northern headquarters during the Civil War. Tours run midMarch thru mid-Nov., 10:15 to 3:15 daily; Sunday 1:15 to 4:15. Admission, Group rates.

New Market Battlefield Commemorating the clash in spring of 1864 when 6,000 Federals fought 4,500 Confederates for possession of the Shenandoah Valley.

Admission ticket includes Battlefield, Hall of Valor Museum, and Bushong Farm. 540/740-3101. Open daily 9-5.

Berryville County seat of Clarke County, formerly named “Battle Town,” is rich in historical lore. “Audley,” the colonial estate home of Nellie Parke Custis, ward of George Washington who was married to his nephew, lived here.

Clarke County Historical Society Museum In the Old Court House (c. 1839), S. Church St., Berryville. Open Wed. & Sat. 2-4:30. Historical exhibits include Lord Fairfax’s clock & strongbox, & copies of the Clarke Courier newspaper from 1869 available on microfilm.

Strasburg Museum The Strasburg Museum exhibits authentic 18th, 19th, and early 20th century articles of local life.

The collection includes blacksmith and carpenter’s tools, three furnished Victorian rooms, a country store, the Civil War, farming, photographs, reading materials and much more. Open 7 days a week from 10-4, from May-Oct. Admission. 540/465-5570.

Veramar Vineyard 905 Quarry Road, Berryville, VA. Situated on a private 100-acre estate in the heart of Northern Virginia Hunt County. A small, family-run winery dedicated to producing naturally dry, full-bodied wines. Open Thurs - Mon 10-5 For more information, call Veramar Vineyard 540/955-5510 or go online at www.veramar.com.

Frontier Culture Museum Visit Europe and America’s past at four different historic farms moved from their country of origin and reconstructed at the museum site in Staunton, VA. See the rare & minor breed animals, walk through the authentic gardens, help harvest period crops and watch a blacksmith at work. Open daily 9-5. Winter hours Dec. 1 - Mid-March 10-4. Admission. 540/332-7850.

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LIVE MUSIC AT THE CLUBHOUSE GRILLE … 8 pm, The Woods Resort’s Clubhouse Grille, Mountain Lake Rd, Hedgesville, WV. Music by Gary Waugh. www.TheWoods.com. 304/754-7977. See ad on page 2.

“NOSFERATU” … 10 pm & 12 midnight, The New Embassy Theatre, 49 Baltimore St., Cumberland, MD. Classic German Expressionist 1922 silent horror film. 50/50 raffle, Vampire Party (at 6 pm) & classic cartoon. $5/person. 301/722-4692.

Sat, Sun, January 28 & 29 GETTYSBURG NATIONAL MILITARY PARK WINTER LECTURE SERIES … 1:30 pm, Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center Theater, Gettysburg, PA. “1862: War in Earnest & Perspectives on the Gettysburg Campaign and Battle.” Free. www.nps.gov/gett. 717/3341124, x8023.

Saturday, January 28 to April 29 CUMBERLAND VALLEY PHOTO SALON EXHIBITION … 9 am-5 pm Tues.-Fri., 9 am-4 pm Sat., 1-5 pm Sun., Wash. Co. Museum of Fine Arts, Hagerstown (MD) City Park, Virginia Ave. at Park Circle. www.wcmfa.org. 301/739-5727.

Sunday, January 29 AN AFTERNOON WITH GARRISON KEILLOR … 3 pm, Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick, MD. Humorist celebrity speaker. $50-$60/person. www.weinbergcenter. org. 301/600-2828.

CVSM COMMUNITY SYMPHONIC BAND CONCERT … 3 pm, Chambersburg (PA) Area Senior High School auditorium, 511 S. Sixth St. Cumberland Valley School of Music students. Free. www.cvsmusic.org. 717/2611220.

Friday, February 3 FREE FIRST FRIDAY … 5-7:30 pm, Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum, 54

S. Loudoun St., Winchester. Explore the museum free of charge. Come use your imagination. www.discoverymuseum.net.

540/722-2020.

BALTIMORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA … 8 pm, Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick, MD. $30-$40/person. www.weinbergcenter.org. 301/600-2828.

Fri, Sat, February 3 & 4 VALENTINE’S SPECIAL DINNER AND SHOW … 6-9:15 pm, Antietam Recreation, 9745 Garis Shop Rd., Hagerstown, MD. Spectacular variety show with talented singers and dancers that will take you back in time. www.antietamrecreation.com.

301/797-7999 or 301/491-7099.

Saturday, February 4 ALL COUNTY BAND AND JAZZ BAND CONCERT … 7 pm, North Hagerstown High School, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., Hagerstown, MD. Hear some of the best middle and high school band and jazz band musicians in Washington County. $4/person in advance, $5/person at the door. 301/7662928.

CHRIS MACDONALD’S MEMORIES OF ELVIS IN CONCERT … 7:30 pm, The Maryland Theatre, 21 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD. Enjoy a high-energy, multi-media presentation. $25-$35/person. www.mdtheatre.org. 301/790-3500.

COMMON GROUND ON THE HILL CONCERT SERIES … 8 pm, Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main St., Westminster, MD. Dom Flemons. $19/adults, $17/seniors over 65, students and children. www.commongroundonthehill.org. 410/857-2771.

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f you’re looking for a place to visit for the day or weekend, why not take a drive and enjoy all Berkeley County has to offer? Each of our towns has its own unique story, complete with a rich history, boutique shops, hometown restaurants, and more. Here is a sampling of what we have to offer:

Live entertainment. Main stage productions and other events at the Apollo Civic Theatre, original shows at Wonderment Puppets, and the First Friday Coffeehouse with open mic and a featured artist are just a few of the live entertainment options.

Indoor fun. JayDee’s Family Fun Center is a dream for children of all ages, with a jungle gym, nature zone, water spray park with slides, go-karts, miniature golf, batting cages, and train rides. Galaxy Skateland hosts private parties and open skate nights, with roller skating, roller blading, and a www. v al l eyrevue. com

3-story jungle gym. Pikeside Bowl offers all kinds of bowling, including laser and duckpin.

The great outdoors. Sleepy Creek Wildlife Management area offers miles of scenic hiking and mountain biking trails, space for camping, and a lake for fishing. Berkeley County Parks and Recreation manages fifteen public parks and two public pools, the BMX/Skatepark, and hosts special events throughout the year, such as summer concerts in the park.

Agricultural heritage. The rich agricultural heritage of Berkeley County is celebrated and honored in many ways, including the Berkeley County Youth Fair and the Mountain State Apple Harvest Festival. The L. Norman Dillon Farm Museum features educational exhibits and hosts heritage celebrations.

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A walk or drive through history.

Berkeley County is home to over 3,000 properties listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The downtown Martinsburg walking tour features 24 properties, and our driving tour allows you to explore even more properties county-wide. The Washington Heritage Trail, a 136-mile National Scenic Byway that follows the footsteps of our first President, includes several stops in Berkeley County.

Treasure hunting. With merchants lining our main streets and a variety of specialty and antique stores throughout the county, visitors can enjoy their very own treasure hunt. Our area also houses a mall, many shopping centers with all of your favorite stores, a chocolate shop that is part of an operational chocolate factory, and an indoor farmers market.

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annual Pickin’ in the Panhandle: The WV State BBQ & Bluegrass Festival, will be held September 7-9 this year with over 20 bands on three stages. The weekend includes the WV State BBQ Championship, a backyard BBQ cookoff, music contests, workshops, arts and crafts and children’s activities.

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edgesville is located in Skinner’s Gap on North Mountain, where the original Warm Springs Road (now WV9) passed through from Alexandria, Virginia to Bath (Berkeley Springs). An abundant spring drew the first settler and today serves as Town Spring marked by a protective structure. The spring is reportedly never affected by drought and the water is a persistent 57 degrees.

In 1738, the Hedges family began to acquire land just east of the gap. During the French and Indian War in the 1750s, George Washington supervised the construction of a stockade fort in the gap called Fort Hedges. It was one of a string of forts constructed for protection against the French and their Indian allies.

The town was laid out in 1832 and established as Hedgesville by the Virginia General Assembly in 1836. At that time, a law was passed making it unlawful to “sit or loiter about Town Spring drinking spirits.” The town was finally incorporated in 1854 and in 1870 the Town Council was given control of the springs.

A number of antebellum historic structures still line the village streets, including many original log homes. The village is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

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