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Monday, Nov. 21

5pm     Hagerstown, MD
Tree lighting on the Square – Local school bands and singing groups being the evening’s activities which end with the arrival of Santa and his elves and the lighting of the Christmas tree on the square. 5 p.m. Public Square, downtown Hagerstown. Free. Call 301-739-8577, ext. 183.

7pm     Hagerstown, MD
Holly Fest – A traditional holiday event with entertainment by local children’s choruses, dance groups, twirlers, special visitors and more. 7 p.m. The Maryland Theatre, 21 S. Potomac St., downtown Hagerstown. Free. No ticket required. Call 301-739-8577, ext. 183.

Tuesday, Nov. 22

6pm – 8:30pm     Boonsboro, MD
Teen Idea Night – Washington County teens are invited to share their ideas for teen-oriented activities at the library, followed by a movie and snacks. 6 to 8:30 p.m. Boonsboro Library, 401 Potomac St., Boonsboro. To register, call 301-432-5723.

Friday, Nov. 25

Frederick, MD
Holiday wreaths – Holiday wreath exhibit and silent auction. Benefits the Arts in Frederick. Bidding ends 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4. Cultural Arts Center, entrances at 15 N. Market St. and 15 W. Patrick St., downtown Frederick, Md. Free. Go to www.frederickartscouncil.org.

12pm – 7pm     Frederick, MD
Holiday Market for Kids – Dancing Bear Toy’s ninth annual market for children. Noon to 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 25, and Saturday, Nov. 26; also open weekends in December. Cultural Arts Center, entrances at 15 N. Market St. and 15 W. Patrick St., downtown Frederick, Md. Free. Go to www.frederickartscouncil.org.

3pm – 7pm     Martinsburg, WV
Holiday Art and Craft Market – Area artists and artisans offer their creations. Opening is 3 to 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 25. Hours are noon to 6 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays; noon to 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; noon to 4 p.m. Sundays through Friday, Dec. 23. Holiday Art and Craft Market, 115 S. Queen St., downtown Martinsburg, W.Va. Go to www.berkeley artswv.org/holidays.php.

11am – 8pm     Shepherdstown, WV
Shepherdstown Holiday Market Place – Local artisans will sell handmade wreaths, peanut brittle, jams, mittens, pottery, soaps, bird houses, ornaments and more. 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 25; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays, Nov. 26, and Dec. 3, 10 and 17. Entler Hotel, 129 E. German St., Shepherdstown, W.Va. Free admission. Email judy10503@aol.com.

11am – 4pm     Hagerstown, MD
Meet Gallery Members – Meet Valley Art Association artists Donna Bingaman from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday; Carol Wilks from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 26; and Eliane Ambrose from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 27. Mansion House, City Park, Hagerstown. Free admission. Call 301-797-6813, email a1nanaecker@aol.com or go to www.valleyartassoc.com.

1pm – 5pm     Hagerstown, MD
The Trains of Christmas – O-gauge trains operate in a snow-scene layout. Also, trains for children to operate. 1 to 5 p.m. Friday, Saturday, Nov. 26; and Sunday, Nov. 27. Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum, 300 S. Burhans Blvd., Hagerstown. $5, adults; 50 cents, ages 4 to 12; free for ages 3 and younger. Call 301-739-4665.

Shepherdstown, WV
Opening Holiday and Birthday Celebration – An opening holiday and birthday celebration for a yearlong commemoration of the history of Shepherdstown, W.Va. Tree lighting and Santa’s arrival, bonfire, horse-drawn-carriage tours, live music, model-train show, ice-carving festival, community dinner, Christmas bazaar and Christmas parade. Fridays, Nov. 25 and Dec. 2; Saturdays, Nov. 26 and Dec. 3; Sunday, Nov. 27 and Dec. 4. For a complete listing, go to www.shep herdstown250.com or www.christ masinshepherdstown.com.

8pm & 2:30pm     Shepherdstown, WV
‘A Christmas Carol’ – Full Circle Theater Company presents “A Christmas Carol,” a one-man adaptation of Dickens’ classic holiday story by Greg Oliver Bodine. 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2:30 p.m. Sundays. Continues through Sunday, Dec. 4. Full Circle Theater Company, 113 S. Princess St., Shepherdstown, W.Va. $10; $8, students and children. Call 304-268-7798.

8pm     Frederick, MD
‘Best Christmas Pageant Ever’ – The Fredericktowne Players present “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.” 8 p.m. Fridays, Nov. 25 and Dec. 2, and Saturday, Nov. 26; 2 p.m. Saturdays, Nov. 26 and Dec. 3, and Sundays, Nov. 27 and Dec. 4. Cultural Arts Center, entrances at 15 N. Market St. and 15 W. Patrick St., downtown Frederick, Md. $15; $10, children and students. For tickets, call 301-662-4190.

Saturday, Nov. 26

10am – 4pm     Berkeley Springs, WV
Book Festival – Books from local authors as well as a series of readings and short workshops. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Ice House, 138 Independence St., Berkeley Springs, W.Va. Free. Call 304-258-2300 or go to www.macicehouse.org.

7pm – 10pm     Hagerstown, MD
Country Western Dance – Hagerstown Country Western Dance Association dance. Features line dances and couples dances. Dances are on the second and fourth Saturdays. 7 to 10 p.m. Maugansville Ruritan Club, 18007 Maugans Ave., Hagerstown. $7; $5 members. Call 301-797-6786 or 717-263-0141.

9am – 2pm     Hagerstown, MD
Trainfest Fall 2011 – A model train sale for railroading and model railroading. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Washington County Agriculture Education Center, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, south of Hagerstown. $4; free for children younger than 12. Call 301-800-9829, email hmrrm@myactv.net or go to www.antietamstation.com.

7pm     Hagerstown, MD
Family-friendly Movie – Free movie with free popcorn and soda. 7 p.m. Bridge of Life, 14 S. Potomac St., downtown Hagerstown. Call 301-791-1674.

12pm – 3pm     Hagerstown, MD
Holiday Music – Holiday music by Project Natale. Noon to 3 p.m. Hagerstown Premium Outlets, 495 Premium Outlets Blvd., Hagerstown. Free. Call 301-790-0300.

7pm – 9pm     Martinsburg, WV
Holiday Abracadabra – West Virginia Wizards Assembly No. I Fellowship of Family Entertainment presents eight magicians and illusionists, including Michael T, Mario Orsini, Susie the Clown, David Wayne and others. 7 to 9 p.m. Apollo Civic Theatre, 128 E. Martin St., downtown Martinsburg, W.Va. $7; $4 students, advance; $8; $5 students, at the door. Call 304-279-2858 or 304-260-9382.

2pm     Frederick, MD
‘The Commedia Pinocchio’ – The story of Pinnochio told with acrobatics, dance, music and quick wit. 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Saturday, Dec. 17. Maryland Ensemble Theatre, 31 W. Patrick St., downtown Frederick, Md. $12 plus additional service fees. Call 301-694-4744 or go to www.marylandensemble.org.

Sunday, Nov. 27

3pm     Hagerstown, MD
Leon Cross Organ Recital – Wayne Wold will present an organ concert. 3 p.m. First Christian Church, 1345 Potomac Ave., Hagerstown. Free. Call 301-733-0144.