Today’s grandparents are a unique bunch, with a number of traditional apple-pie bakers, knitters and chess players that are just as likely to be tech savvy or connected to their children and grandchildren on Facebook. In fact, according to a survey by Consumer Cellular, 67 percent of consumers 50 or older are on Facebook and desire a smartphone for easy Web access; 60 percent want to download financial apps, travel discounts and other offers.

If the grandparents on your list enjoy the latest gadgets, consider these holiday gift ideas:

Share the memories: Pre-load a digital album with the best photos from the past year, including holidays, birthdays, celebrations, vacations and everyday moments. For grandparents who live out of town, such a gift bridges the distance and keeps children and grandchildren connected.

Stay in touch: Select a cell phone that grandparents can use to keep in touch with loved ones, and consider paying for a plan for the first year. It doesn’t have to break the bank. Consumer Cellular offers no-contract plans for as little as $10 a month. From the Doro Phone Easy 410, equipped with large buttons, a bright screen and an emergency call function, to the Motorola Bravo smartphone, Consumer Cellular has phones to suit every personality and price point.

For grandparents who are less technology oriented, think about these alternatives:

Plan a night out (or in): Pick up vouchers to a movie, concert or other special event that grandparents can enjoy. Or, as kids’ schedules are packed these days, consider planning a family outing to ensure some quality time with grandparents. Home-made certificates for a classic movie marathon or a game night are an affordable way to enjoy each other’s company at home.

Dinner, on you: A special dinner is always appreciated. For grandparents, a gift certificate to one of their favorite restaurants is a good way to ensure a great meal without the hassle of cleaning up!

Create brag books: Use an online photo book site to create brag books for all of the grandparents. Make several copies of one version to save time, and you may even cross some aunts and uncles off your list, too. If grandma loves to brag, keep the album small enough for her pocketbook so that she’s always prepared.

Any of these ideas – or your own special variations of them – are sure to bring smiles to grandparents at the holidays.

6pm – 8pm     Gettysburg, PA
Christmas Book Reading – John Graham will read from his children’s book “No Sweets for Santa.” 6 to 8 p.m. The Spirited Ladies Shoppe, 45 Chambersburg St., Gettysburg, Pa. Call 717-688-0588. Go to www.nosweetsfor santa.com.

5pm – 7pm     Chambersburg, PA
Book Signing – Author Susan Toms will sign copies of her book, “That’s My Boy,” about a boy who grows up to become a big league baseball player. 5 to 7 p.m. On What Grounds, 162 Lincoln Way East, Chambersburg, Pa. Call 717-264-4443.

6pm – 8pm     Waynesboro, MD
One Starry Night – Live nativity scene on the front lawn and, in the fellowship hall, costumed Bethlehem residents, including street vendors in tent canopies, tax collectors and Roman soldiers. Visitors invited to wear a period costume. 6 to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Dec. 3. Waynesboro Seventh-day Adventist Church, 1 State Hill Road (Pa. 997), Waynesboro. Free. Call 717-643-0461 or 717-762-8777.

7pm – 9pm     Hagerstown, MD
City Park Lighting – Watch as the Christmas tree and decorations are illuminated on the lake and enjoy refreshments, music and activities at Jonathan Hager House, Washington County Museum of Fine Arts and the Mansion House Art Gallery. 7 to 9 p.m.; Museum of Fine Arts opens at 6 p.m. City Park, Virginia Avenue, Hagerstown. Call 301-739-8577, ext. 183.

7pm     Williamsport, MD
Parade and Tree Lighting – Annual holiday event. 7 p.m. Parade starts at Water Tower in Williamsport and continues through Conococheague Street and ends at Byron Park. Call 301-223-7711 or go to www.williamsportmd.org.

6:30pm – 9pm     Smithsburg, MD
Tree Lighting and Parade – Food, music and more. Parade at noon downtown Smithsburg. Event 6:30 to 9 p.m.; carriage rides 7 to 9 p.m. Veterans Park, West Water Street, Smithsburg. Go to www.townofsmithsburg.org.

6pm – 9pm     Boonsboro, MD
Village by Candlelight – The holidays as they were celebrated in 1862, following the Battle of Antietam. Re-enactors portray local historical characters and demonstrate 19th-century home and farm activities. Live music, refreshments, wagon rides. 6 to 9 p.m. Washington County Rural Heritage Museum, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro. $10, family; $5, single. Call 240-420-1714 or go to www.ruralheritagemuseum.org.

6:30pm – 8:30pm     Greencastle, PA
Holiday Open House – Allison-Antrim Museum will participate in Greencastle’s Heritage Christmas evening. Holiday music on the dulcimer and psaltre. Antique toys and model trains. Light refreshments. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Allison-Antrim Museum, 365 S. Ridge Ave., Greencastle, Pa. Call 717-597-9325 or go to www.greencastlemuseum.org.

6pm     Martinsburg, WV
Martinsburg Tree Lighting – Lighting of the Martinsburg Christmas tree. 6 p.m. Public Square, King and Queen streets, Martinsburg, W.Va. Go to www.mainstreetmartinsburg.com.

7pm     Hedgesville, WV
Olde Town Hedgesville Christmas – Churches and shops will offer festivities and goodies. The event will include the town tree lighting and holiday caroling at the Town Spring at 7 p.m. Event 6 to 9 p.m. Downtown Hedgesville, W.Va. Go to www.hedgesvillewv.us.

7pm     Frederick, MD
Festival of Lights – This year’s program will include musical performances, a ceremony supporting military personnel, caroling and candle-lighting. 7 p.m. City Hall Courtyard in downtown Frederick, Md. Free. Call 301-600-2841 or go to www.celebratefrederick.com.

5pm – 8pm     Chambersburg, PA
Candlenight – Christmas carolers and a brass band, seasonal refreshments and an appearance by Santa Claus. 5 to 8 p.m. Downtown Chambersburg, Pa. Go to www.explorefrank lincountypa.com.

 11am – 4pm     Mont Alto, PA
Pottery Sale – Work by Mont Alto Pottery Guild members. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2, and Saturday, Dec. 3; also Monday, Dec. 5, through Friday, Dec. 9. The Nicodemus Center for Ceramic Studies, Penn State Mont Alto, Mont Alto, Pa. Call 717-456-0476 or email jms48@psu.edu.

Hagerstown, MD
Winter Show – Members of Valley Art Association show new artwork. Continues through Sunday, Jan. 29 Mansion House Art Center, 501 Highland Way, City Park, Hagerstown. Free. Call 301-797-6813 or go to www.valleyartassoc.com.

6pm – 9pm     Hagerstown, MD
Photography Show – Sixteen Shepherd University photography/computer imagery students will present works in “Extended Image,” a show that includes the role of the viewer and explores nontraditional forms of presentation. 6 to 9 p.m. 116 N. Potomac St., downtown Hagerstown. Call 304-876-5446 or email srobbins@shepherd.edu.

6pm – 8:30pm     Clear Sping, MD
Christmas Party – Fun, food, games, crafts, Santa Claus and a puppet show for Clear Spring-area children. 6 to 8:30 p.m. Hilltop Christian Fellowship, 12624 Trinity Church Drive, Clear Spring. Call 301-842-2225.

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, Dec. 3; and Sunday, Dec. 4. 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.

6:30pm – 8:30pm     Smithsburg, MD
Library Open House – Cookies and hot beverages, a mini book sale, and a story time for all ages by the library fireplace. Free take-home craft for the kids. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.; story time, 7:15 p.m. Smithsburg Library, 66 W. Water St., Smithsburg. Call 301-824-7722.

7:30pm   Shepherdstown, WV
First Friday Coffeehouse – New Mexico songwriter Daniel Boling will perform. Open mic precedes concert at 7:30 p.m.; concert at 8:30. Trinity Church Orchard House, 4599 Shepherdstown Road, west of Shepherdstown, W.Va. $5 to $10. Call Steve at 304-676-4422 or go to www.myspace.com/firstfridaycoffeehouse.

9pm     Shepherdstown, WV
Darrell Scott and Steve Cifala – Singer and songwriter Darrell Scott with perform. Steve Cifala also performs. 9 p.m. Shepherdstown Opera House, 131 W. German St., Shepherdstown, W.Va. $20, advance; $25 at the door. Call 304-876-3704 or go to www.operahouselive.com.

7pm – 10pm     Waynesboro, PA
Bluegrass Jam – The public is invited to listen or bring an instrument and play. Refreshments. 7 to 10 p.m. Beck and Benedict Hardware Music Theatre, 118 Walnut St., Waynesboro, Pa. $4. Go to www.beck-benedicthardware.com or call 717-762-4711.

6pm     Greencastle, PA
Elvis Presley and Conway Twitty – Tribute artist Kevin Booth will perform as Elvis Presley and Conway Twitty in a Christmas show. 6 p.m. doors open; 7 p.m. performance. Green Grove Gardens, 1032 Buchanan Trail East, Greencastle, Pa. $18, pre-order only. Includes snack bar. Call 717-597-0800.

7:30pm     Frederick, MD
Wind Ensemble Concert – The Frederick Community College Wind Ensemble will present “Symphonic Fables.” The program features music inspired by literature. Performances include a musical dramatization by David Ellerby of tales by Hans Christian Andersen, as well as a retelling of “’Twas the Night Before Christmas.” 7:30 p.m. Frederick Community College’s Jack B. Kussmaul Theater, Opossumtown Pike, Frederick, Md. Call 301-846-2608.

8pm & 2pm     Frederick, MD
‘Best Christmas Pageant Ever’ – The Fredericktowne Players present “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.” 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2; 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, and Sunday, 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.

8pm & 2:30pm     Shepherdstown, WV
‘A Christmas Carol’ – Full Circle Theater Company presents a one-man adaptation of Dickens’ classic holiday story “A Christmas Carol,” featuring Devan Whitacre. 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.

5:30pm – 8:30pm     Waynesboro, PA
Stone House Tour and More – Christmas tours include the Royer House at Renfrew, Oller House on West Main Street and two stone homes on Welty Road in Waynesboro, Pa. 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday; 1 to 4 p.m. and 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3. Inclement weather date Saturday, Dec. 10. $10. Purchase tickets at Renfrew Museum’s gift shop. Call 717-762-4723.

Saturday, Dec. 3

12pm – 2pm     Boonsboro, MD
Book Signing – Holiday book signing event featuring Nora Roberts aka J.D. Robb, Grace Burrows, Anita Clenney, Joyce Lamb and local authors S.D. Sawyer and Tim Snyder. Noon to 2 p.m. Turn the Page Bookstore, 18 N. Main St., Boonsboro. Free tickets available beginning at 10 a.m. Call 301-432-4588 or go to www.ttpbooks.com.

1pm – 4pm     Waynesboro, PA
Ted Alexander on Antietam – Historian Ted Alexander will answer questions about the Civil War and sign copies of his book, “The Battle of Antietam: The Bloodiest Day.” 1 to 4 p.m. Oller House, 138 W. Main St., Waynesboro, Pa. Call 717-762-1747.

10am     Shepherdstown, WV
Book Signing – Rose DeNaro will sign copies of her book, “The Incredible, Unforgettable Adventures of Jaxby.” 10 a.m. Four Seasons Books, 116 W. German St., Shepherdstown, W.Va. Call 888-361-9473 or email james@tatepublishing.com.

Hagerstown, MD
German Christmas – Tours which include a program on German Christmas customs. By appointment only with 24-hour advance notice. Available dates: noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays, Dec. 3, 10 and 17, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fridays, Dec. 16 and 23. Jonathan Hager House and Museum, City Park, Hagerstown. Admission is $1 to $3; free for ages 5 and younger. Call 301-739-8577, ext. 183 or 116. Go to www.hager house.org.

6pm     Hancock, MD
Parade and Tree Lighting – A parade will bring Santa Claus into town and to the large Christmas tree on Main Street at Joseph Hancock Jr. Park. Santa Claus will meet children; parents may bring their cameras. 6 p.m. West Main Street, Hancock. Call 301-988-2776 or email hancockinmotion@hotmail.com.

3pm – 5pm     Cascade, MD
Community Tree Lighting – Santa arrives by horse-drawn wagon, with tree lighting and children’s games. 3 to 5 p.m. Fort Ritchie Community Center, 14421 Lake Royer Drive, Cascade. Free. Go to www.onemountainfounda tion.org.

11:15am     Greencastle, PA
‘Lights of Love’ Ceremony – A ceremony of celebration and memorial. The names of persons being honored will be recorded on a scroll, and placed in the window at Tower Bank. 11:15 a.m. Square in Greencastle, Pa. Go to www.greencastlepachamber.org.

Williamsport, MD
Charlie Brown Christmas – More than 70 decorated trees, holiday decorations, music, skits, train display and Santa. 5 to 8 p.m. Saturdays, Dec. 3 and 10, Sundays, Dec. 4 and 11; noon to 5 p.m. Monday, Dec. 6. Free admission. Springfield Barn Museum, 14 Springfield Lane, Williamsport. Call 301-223-7711 or 301-223-7229 or go to www.williamsportmd.org.

1pm – 4pm     Mercersburg, PA
Open House – All buildings will be decorated. Christmas trees will be decorated by local school children. Period music and refreshments. 1 to 4 p.m. Conococheague Institute Museum and Library, 12995 Bain Road, Mercersburg, Pa. Free. Call 717-328-3467.

5:45pm     Martinsburg, WV
Olde Town Christmas Parade – A parade through downtown Martinsburg, W.Va. 5:45 p.m. Downtown Martinsburg. Go to www.mainstreetmartinsburg.com.

10am – 4pm     Martinsburg, WV
Snowflake Market – Craft vendors, chestnut roasters, music and carolers. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Martinsburg Public Square, intersection of King and Queen streets, downtown Martinsburg, W.Va. Go to www.mainstreet martinsburg.com.

11am     Shepherdstown, WV
Parade – Part of Christmas in Shepherdstown, W.Va. 11 a.m. German Street, Shepherdstown, W.Va. For a complete listing of Christmas in Shepherdstown events, go to www.christmasinshepherdstown.com.

6pm     Inwood, WV
Tree Lighting – South Berkeley Community Tree Lighting will take place. 6 p.m. Musselman High School, 126 Excellence Way, Inwood, W.Va.

9am – 2pm     Hancock, MD
Hometown Christmas Crafts – Homemade crafts. Take Two will play Christmas music. Food available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Event from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hancock Community Center, High Street, Hancock. Call 301-678-6937 or email hancockinmotion@hotmail.com.

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

5pm – 9pm     Frederick, MD
Holiday Artist Market – Artists will sell their creations. 5 to 9 p.m. Cultural Arts Center, entrances at 15 N. Market St. and 15 W. Patrick St., downtown Frederick, Md. Call 301-662-4190. Go to www.frederickarts council.org.

10am – 4pm     Thurmont, MD
Holly Jolly Holiday – Crafts, face painting, Moravian-style beeswax candle-making demonstration, and a visit from Santa. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thurmont Regional Library, 76 E. Moser Rd. Thurmont, Md. Free. Call 301-600-7212 or email edingle@frederick countymd.gov.

Shepherdstown, WV
Contra Dances – Will Martin will call squares and contras to the music of Sugar Beat. All levels welcome, no partners needed. Wear clean, soft-soled shoes to protect the floor. Beginners workshop, 7:30 p.m.; dance, 8 p.m.; annual holiday potluck, 6 p.m., bring a dish to share. Shepherdstown War Memorial Building, 102 E. German St., Shepherdstown, W.Va. $10; $7 SMD members; $4 dancers younger than 12. Call 304-876-2169 or go to www.smad.us.

8:30am – 11:30pm     Frederick, MD
Holiday Dance – The City of Frederick Parks and Recreation Department presents its holiday dance featuring Doc Scantlin and his Imperial Palms Orchestra with Chou Chou and “The Girlfriends.” 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. William Talley Recreation Center, 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick, Md. $48 per person; $344 for a table of eight. Reservations required by 3 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2. Ages 21 and older. Cash bar, black tie optional or period dress. Call 301-600-6238 or email nadkins@cityoffrederick.com.

12pm – 5pm     Sharpsburg, MD
Open Studio – Scott Cawood will open his metal-sculpting studio. See works in progress. Also, Cawood will offer his original Ignightingale and SparkBug sculptures for $10 worth of canned goods or nonperishable food items that will be donated to the local food bank. Other small sculptures will also be sold in exchange for the sculpture’s worth in canned goods. Noon to 5 p.m. Scott Cawood’s studio, 3829 Harpers Ferry Road, Sharpsburg. Call 301-432-2131 or go to www.cawoodart.com.

2pm     Hagerstown, MD
Saturday Plus – Dean Burkett “Mr. Magic” presents Magic and You. 2 p.m. Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., downtown Hagerstown. Free with museum admission of $5 to $7; free for ages 3 and younger. Call 301-790-0076 or go to www.discoverystation.org.

Harpers Ferry, WV
Christmas 1864 – Re-enactors and park staff present Captain Flagg’s Quarter Master City: Approach of Peace 1864, a glimpse at Christmas in Harpers Ferry, W.Va., just after Lincoln’s re-election. Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 4. Harpers Ferry National Historical Park. Call 304-535-6895.

6pm     Sharpsburg, MD
Memorial Illumination – Volunteers place more than 23,000 on the battlefield, each representing a casualty from the bloodiest single-day battle in American history. Driving tour, 6 p.m. Tour starts from Md. 34 east of Sharpsburg, entrance to Antietam Battlefield. High winds or heavy rain, the event will be held Dec. 10. Call 301-432-5124 or go to www.nps.gov/anti.

8pm     Hagerstown, MD
Beatlemania Now – A tribute band performing music by The Beatles. 8 p.m. The Maryland Theatre, 21 S. Potomac St., downtown Hagerstown. Tickets cost $20 to $35; free for ages 12 and younger. Call 301-790-3500 or go to www.mdtheatre.org.

Shepherdstown, WV
Holiday Concert – The Shepherd University Wind Symphony, Chamber Singers and Camerata Singers will perform at the annual holiday concert. The Saturday performance will be followed by the annual Friends of Music reception at Cress Creek Country Club. 7:30 p.m. Saturday; 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4. Shepherd University’s Frank Center, off University Drive, Shepherdstown, W.Va. Concert only $15 to $22 in advance, $15 to $27 at the door; $10, reception. Call 304-876-5765 or go to www.sufom.org.

7pm     Inwood, WV
Christmas Choral Concert – The Blue & Grey Chorus member of the Barbershop Harmony Society will present its Christmas choral concert. 7 p.m. Musselman High School auditorium, Inwood, W.Va. Free. Call John Fisher at 304-229-2372.

6:30pm     Chambersburg, PA
Drumming and Dancing – Community Drum Circle and Dances of Universal Peace, interfaith dances promoting peace, unity and joy through easy-to-learn music and movement. No partner or experience is needed. Wear comfortable clothing. Drum circle, 6:30 p.m.; dances, 7:30 p.m. Zion Reformed United Church of Christ, 259 S. Main St., Liberty Street entrance, Chambersburg, Pa. Donations requested. Call 717-267-0413.

Mercersburg, PA
Choral Concerts – Mercersburg Area Community Chorus will present its holiday concerts. The concerts will feature selections from Handel’s “Messiah,” as well as carols and anthems. This year’s soloists are soprano Elisabeth Turchi, bass Alex Helsabeck and tenor Colin Eaton. 3:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday; 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4. Mercersburg Academy chapel, 300 E. Seminary St., Mercersburg, Pa. Call 717-328-2324 or go to www.mercersburgchorus.org.

Frederick, MD
Family Revels – Frederick Chorale will present its 35th Revels. Queen Elizabeth’s Court in the late 1500s is the setting for an evening of holiday music from all periods and styles. 6:30 to 7 p.m. pre-show concert; 7:15 p.m. show. First Baptist Church, 7040 Bowers Road, Frederick, Md. $18; $12 students and seniors; $10 groups of four or more; free for children younger than 5. Purchase tickets in advance at www.frederickchorale.org. Call 301-371-4668.

Frederick, MD
TubaChristmas – Low-brass players are invited to bring their instruments and perform in a holiday concert of Christmas carols. Players and their horns are encouraged to wear their Christmas best. 9:30 to 10 a.m. registration; 10 to 11 a.m. rehearsal; concert at noon. The Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick, Md. $5 for players. Audience admission is a non-perishable food item or monetary donation for the local food bank. Go to www.weinbergcenter.org or www.tubachristmas.com.

8pm     Frederick, MD
The Spires at Christmas – The Spires Brass Band will perform its Christmas concert. 8 p.m. Frederick Community College’s Jack B. Kussmaul Theater, Opossumtown Pike, Frederick, Md. $12; $10, students and senior citizens. Call 301-662-8320 or email jgslezak2@msn.com.

2pm & 7pm     Chambersburg, PA
‘Nutcracker Suite’ and ‘The Gift of the Magi’ – The Chambersburg Ballet Theatre Company will present “Nutcracker Suite” and “The Gift of the Magi.” Local dancers will join professional guest artists in this presentation of two ballets featuring original scores and live professional orchestra. 2 and 7 p.m. The Capitol Theatre, 159 S. Main St., Chambersburg, Pa. $13; $8 students ages 18 and younger. Call717-263-0202 or 717-709-1800.

5pm – 9pm     Frederick, MD
The Candlelight House Tour – Seven homes decorated for the holidays. Complimentary horse-drawn carriage rides are available on Saturday evening only. 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday; noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4. Rockwell Terrace and West Third Street, Frederick, Md. Tickets cost $20 and are available at www.celebratefrederick.com. Call 301-600-2841.

7:30pm     Frederick, MD
Ghost Tours – Candlelight ghost tours of downtown Frederick, Md. 7:30 p.m. Meet in front of Brewers Alley Restaurant and Brewery, 124 N. Market St., downtown Frederick, Md. $5 to $10. Reservations required for groups of eight or more. Call 301-668-8922 or go to www.marylandghosttours.com.

Sunday, Dec. 4 

1:30pm – 3:30pm     Shepherdstown, WV
Author Signing – Sheila R. Lamb will read from and sign copies of her first novel, “Once a Goddess.” 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Four Seasons Books, 116 German St., Shepherdstown, W.Va. http://sheilarlamb.com.

12pm – 2pm     Hagerstown, MD
Christmas Reception – Barbara Ingram School Students will perform. Refreshments will be available. Noon to 2 p.m. The Washington County Historical Society’s Miller House, 135 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. Free. Call 301-797-8782.

2pm     Waynesboro, PA
Civil War Christmas PHOTO – Historian Myra Reichart will present the program “Ought It Not Be a Merry Christmas” at a Civil War commemorative program. 2 p.m.; doors open at 1:30 p.m. Presbyterian Church of Waynesboro, 105 E. Main St., Waynesboro. Call 717-762-2151.

6:30pm     Hagerstown, MD
Drum Circle – December drum circle. 6:30 p.m. Contemporary School for the Arts and Gallery, 4 W. Franklin St., downtown Hagerstown. Call 301-791-6191, email ronlytle3@netzero.net or go to www.csagi.org.

3pm     Clear Spring, MD
Noteworthy Sundays – Candice Mowbray will perform. 3 p.m. Leonard P. Snyder Memorial Library Branch, 12624 Broadfording Road, Clear Spring. Free. To reserve a seat, call 301-739-3250, ext. 123.

2:30pm     Hagerstown, MD
MSO Recital – Maryland Symphony Orchestra cellist Lukasz Szyrner and pianist Maciej Szyrner will perform “Gamba Sonata” by Johann Sebastian Bach and “Liebestraum” by Franz Liszt. $5; free for museum members and children 12 and younger. 2:30 p.m. Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, 401 Museum Drive, Hagerstown. Call 301-739-5727 or emaildrastelli@wcmfa.org.

3pm – 5pm     Hagerstown, MD
Student holiday recital and music open house – Music directors Michael Tyson and Aaron Worthy will host a student holiday recital. Sponsored by Contemporary School of the Arts and Gallery. There will be music games, pizza and goodies, and demo lessons on the piano, guitar and saxophone. 3 to 5 p.m. Review and Herald Publishing Association, 55 W. Oak Ridge Drive, Hagerstown. Free. Call 301-906-2422 or email musicwithmichael@yahoo.com.

2pm – 6pm     Hagerstown, MD
Holiday Home Tour  – North Hagerstown High School class of 2014 will hold Holiday Home Tour 2011. The tour features five homes including the Paramount Farm, Snake House, a foursquare home in the Oak Hill District, and the Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired Atomic Ranch. 2 to 6 p.m. Tickets cost $20 and are available at North Hagerstown High School, Pennsylvania Avenue, Hagerstown. Call 301-992-7529 or email teresaschoeck@gmail.com.

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.

Even if you send packages home with guests, it’s inevitable that you will have leftovers. You might even have enough for a few days’ worth of meals. But eating the same dishes day after day gets old quickly. Instead of letting your menu get stale, rethink the concept of leftovers. Rather than viewing leftovers as a finished dish, consider these foods as ingredients for delicious new entrees.

When you find yourself staring down a refrigerator full of holiday leftovers, use these tips to transform these dishes into new meals your family will love.

* The centerpiece of many of those holiday meals is often a turkey, and there’s nothing quite as lovely as a golden brown bird ready for carving. One simple tip can make your turkey taste better on the day of the celebration – and as leftovers. As you’re seasoning the turkey prior to roasting, spread on Hellmann’s(R) Real Mayonnaise for a juicy, crispy, flavorful meal.

* Mashed potatoes are a universally loved side dish during the holidays. They can warm up even the coldest days and make any meal more comforting. With the extra helpings left from your holiday-sized batch of mashers, make your own interpretation of shepherd’s pie. Mix the vegetables and meat of your choice with herbs, salt and pepper to taste before adding them to a baking dish or casserole. Top the mixture with mashed potatoes (and a few small dabs of butter), and bake until warmed through. If your potatoes have gotten a bit stiff, add a bit of cream or milk to soften them up.

* Whether you know it as “dressing” or “stuffing,” the dish is a staple of the cold weather holidays. Regional naming differences aside, it’s a versatile leftover that should be praised as much on the day after your celebration as the day of. These rich, herbal flavors pair exceptionally well with pork, so use it (or reuse it) to create delectable stuffed pork chops.

* The sweet-tart taste of cranberry relish is great with turkey, but you can also add it to sweeter dishes for a different spin. Get started the very next morning after your gathering by heating up a griddle for crepes or pancakes. Mash your cranberries to a more jam-like texture to use as a zingy topping on whichever kind of griddle cake you prefer.

Your loved ones will certainly appreciate your efforts to make the holidays delicious, but the praise will go even further when you test out tasty new recipes for leftovers. For more ideas, visit www.hellmanns.com, and get started by trying Hellmann’s(R) Turkey Casserole recipe.

Turkey Casserole

Serves: 6

Prep Time: 15 Minutes

Cook Time: 40 Minutes

Ingredients:

4 cups leftover prepared stuffing, divided

4 cups coarsely chopped leftover cooked turkey (about 1 pound)

3/4 cup Hellmann’s(R) or Best Foods(R) Real Mayonnaise, divided

1/4 cup whole berry cranberry sauce

2 cups leftover mashed potatoes

1-1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (about 6 ounces)

Directions:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray 8-inch baking dish with no-stick cooking spray. Spoon in 2 cups stuffing, then top with turkey.

Combine 1/4 cup Hellmann’s(R) or Best Foods(R) Real Mayonnaise with cranberry sauce; evenly spread over turkey.

Combine remaining 1/2 cup Mayonnaise, potatoes and cheese in large bowl. Evenly spread on turkey, then top with remaining 2 cups stuffing.

Bake 40 minutes or until heated through. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. If desired, garnish with dried cranberries.

Also terrific with Hellmann’s Light Mayonnaise.

Nutrition information per serving:

Calories 680, calories from fat 350, saturated fat 9 grams, trans fat 0 grams, total fat 39 grams, cholesterol 100 grams, sodium 1330 grams, total carbohydrates 47 grams, sugars 7 grams, dietary fiber 5 grams, protein 35 grams, vitamin A 10 percent, vitamin C 8 percent, calcium 20 percent, iron 15 percent

Plenty of high-tech toys encourage creativity, but to really fire up a child’s imagination it’s hard to beat the power of timeless, classic toys that rely on a child’s interaction rather than on electronics. This type of nostalgic toy can become a child’s best friend, and parents will be happy their children have something that doesn’t require batteries and doesn’t stop working just because it’s dropped a few times.

Here are five timeless, nostalgic, low-tech toys that every child should have:

1. A classic doll – Countless generations of little girls have fallen in love with a special doll. This is one toy that can serve many functions, from best friend and confidante to teacher and even role model. If some of today’s brash, in-your-face styles of dolls leave you shaking your head, never fear: you can still find dolls that offer contemporary appeal combined with more homespun values. Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, the popular family restaurant/retail store found across the country, recently introduced a line of rag dolls called Butterflies. Soft and cuddly, these 15-inch dolls of relatable characters, such as a ballerina, princess, cheerleader and schoolgirl, make a wholesome, imagination-inspiring addition to a little girl’s toy box. Visit www.crackerbarrel.com/store/butterflies/ to learn more.

2. A wagon – Whether it’s an old-fashioned metal one in fire-engine red or one of the modern, SUV-sized plastic numbers available today, nothing beats a wagon for getting kids moving. It’s also a toy that can keep pace with a child’s development and changing styles of play. Very young children will enjoy riding as parents tow them along on trips to the park or walks around the neighborhood. As children grow, they begin to use the wagon themselves, employing it to transport toys or other children. Turn it over and it’s a makeshift fort or castle.

3. A building set – Whether it’s plastic, wood, or metal, a building set can fire the imagination of budding engineers. Building materials that link together have a leg up on old-fashioned blocks, allowing kids to create increasingly complex structures. With so many different construction toys available, it’s possible to find a building set for virtually any age or skill level.

4. Dress-up items – Pretend play is an important way children explore their own potential. Dressing up as a doctor, nurse, firefighter or police officer helps children learn about career choices and adult roles, and facilitates creativity through role playing. Creating a dress-up chest is simple and low-cost. Parents can fill a plastic bin with hand-me-downs, old Halloween costumes and even a few store-bought items.

5. An easel and drawing pad – Sure, coloring books are great, but there’s something about an easel that makes a child feel like a real artist. A simple wooden frame holding a large drawing pad can become the launch pad for flights of fancy rendered in crayon, watercolor and even washable magic marker. Whatever your child’s media or favorite subject, putting him or her in front of an easel will enhance enjoyment of the artistic experience – and give you a bird’s-eye view of your budding artist at work.

Imagination is truly the greatest toy – and tool – of childhood. Fortunately, you can find plenty of “no-tech” toys to nourish your child’s creativity and imagination, even in today’s high-tech world.

6pm – 9pm     Williamsport, MD
Toys for Tots Cruise-in – Music by Vaun Miles and Teddy Miller, tribute to Patsy Cline and Elvis. Bring a new toy for free admission or pay $3. 6 to 9 p.m. In front of Smitty’s Creamery, U.S. 11, Potomac Street, Williamsport. Call 301-573-1501.

5pm – 7pm     Hagerstown, MD
Denny Clarke – A show of about 35 representational and abstract paintings by local artist Denny Clarke. Opening reception from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday. Show continues through November. Washington County Arts Council, 14 W. Washington St., downtown Hagerstown.  Free. Call 301-791-3132 or go to www.washingtoncountyarts.com.

4pm – 7pm     Chambersburg, PA
Miniature Art 2011 – Miniature artwork will be displayed. Reception 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4. Exhibit continues through Friday, Jan. 6. Council for the Arts’ gallery, Capitol Theatre Center, 159 S. Main St., Chambersburg, Pa. Call 717-264-6883 or go to www.councilforthearts.net.

9am – 8pm     Chambersburg, PA
Student Artwork – Art students from Chambersburg’s Senior High and Middle School display their artwork. Grove Library, 101 Ragged Edge Road south, Chambersburg, Pa. 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday and Tuesday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday and Friday; noon to 8 p.m. Thursday; 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Continues through Wednesday, Nov. 30. Call 717-264-6883.

1pm – 5pm     Hagerstown, MD
Trains for Everyone – HO-scale model railroad, trains for children to operate, plus historic railroad equipment, artifacts and photos. 1 to 5 p.m. Friday, Saturday, Nov. 5, and Sunday, Nov. 6. Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum, 300 S. Burhans Blvd., Hagerstown. $3.50; 50 cents for ages 4 to 12; free for ages 3 and younger. Call 301-739-4665.

7pm – 10pm     Waynesboro, PA
Bluegrass Jam – The public is invited to listen or join the jam. Refreshments. 7 to 10 p.m. Beck and Benedict Hardware Music Theatre, 118 Walnut St., Waynesboro, Pa. $4. Go to www.beck-benedicthardware.com or call 717-762-4711.

7:30pm     Shepherdstown, WV
‘Macbeth’ – Shepherd University’s Rude Mechanicals Medieval and Renaissance Players will present “Macbeth” by William Shakespeare. 7:30 p.m. Fridays, Nov. 4, and 11, Saturdays, Nov. 5, and 12; 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6; and 8:45 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9, and Thursday, Nov. 10. Shepherd University, Shepherdstown, W.Va. $8; $3 non-Shepherd students; free for Shepherd students. Contact Betty Ellzey at bellzey@shepherd.edu or 304-876-5208.

7:30pm     Frederick, MD
‘Seussical’ – Other Voices Productions will present the family musical “Seussical.” 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through Saturday, Nov. 12; 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6. Performing Arts Factory Theater, 244 S. Jefferson St., Frederick, Md. $18; $15, students. Call 301-662-3722 or go to www.danceunlimitedfred erick.com.

7:30pm     Harpers Ferry, WV
‘The Rivalry’ – “The Rivalry,” a play about the Lincoln-Douglas debates. 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through Saturday, Nov. 12. Harpers Ferry Middle School, Bolivar, W.Va.; 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, Saturday, Nov. 19; Friday, Dec. 2, Saturday, Dec. 3. St. John’s Episcopal Church, 898 Washington St., Harpers Ferry, W.Va. $10; $5, students; free for children younger than 12. For reservations, call 304-535-2009, email rivalrywv@gmail.com, www.historicharpers ferry.com.

Saturday, Nov. 5 

1pm – 3pm     Gettysburg, PA
Author Book Signing – Lisa Lease will sign copies of her book “Ransomed: An Orphan’s Tale.” 1 to 3 p.m. Ragged Edge Coffee House, 110 Chambersburg St., Gettysburg, Pa. Call 888-361-9473 or email jim@tatepublishing.com.

9am – 3pm     Blue Ridge Summit, PA
Fall Fair and Art Show – Mountaintop Community Fall Fair and Art Show features artists, authors, handmade crafts, food. Antique appraisals, $5 per item. 2 to 3 p.m. auction. Entertainment by Rich Fehle at 10 a.m., Claire Martin at 1 p.m. Event from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Blue Ridge Mountain Volunteer Fire and Rescue Co. fire hall, 13063 Monterey Lane, Blue Ridge Summit, Pa. Call 717-642-5645 or email jacksmtn@embarq mail.com.

10am – 5pm     Fayetteville, PA
Fine Arts and Crafts – Cumberland Valley Crafts Guild will sell pottery, lampworked bead jewelry, blown glass, basketry, handwoven clothing and accessories, fine art, fiber art handbags, wind chimes, tinsmithing and more. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 6. The Trellis Terrace at Penn National Golf Course, 3720 Club House Drive, Fayetteville, Pa. Call717-597-9685, go to CumberlandValleyCrafts.org.

Frederick, MD
Opening reception for ‘The Swinging Bridge’ – “The Swinging Bridge” by Brian Slagle and Jason Tinney is a exhibit of media paintings and sculptures by Brian Slagle and short stories and flash fiction works by Jason Tinney. Exhibit continues through Thursday, Dec. 1. Frederick Community College’s Mary Condon Hodgson Gallery, Opossumtown Pike, Frederick. Call 301-846-2513.

12pm – 5pm     Sharpsburg, MD
Open Studio – Metal sculptor Scott Cawood opens his studio to visitors. Showing work in progress and holiday gift ideas. Noon to 5 p.m. Scott Cawood Art Studio, 3829 Harpers Ferry Road, south of Sharpsburg. Free. Go to  www.cawoodart.com, email cawood@cawood art.com or call 301-432-2131.

2pm     Hagerstown, MD
Saturday Plus – Dave Kaplan aka “Mr. Butterfly” will talk about monarch butterflies. 2 p.m. Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., downtown Hagerstown. Free with admission of $5 to $7; free for ages 3 and younger. Call 301-790-0076 or go to www.discoverystation.org.

6:30pm     Chambersburg, PA
International Dessert Sampler – Wilson College’s Muhibbah Club will host a dessert sampler featuring desserts from around the world. 6:30 p.m. doors open; 7 p.m. sampler begins. Wilson College’s Jensen Dining Hall in Lenfest Commons, off Philadelphia Avenue, Chambersburg, Pa. $5; $2 students. For reservations, call 717-262-2776 or email paul.mill er@wilson.edu and leave a message with phone number, name and number of tickets needed.

7pm     Hagerstown, MD
Gospel Music – Bittersweet Gospel Band will perform. 7 p.m. Hagerstown Church of the Brethren, 15 S. Mulberry St., Hagerstown. Free-will offering. Call 301-733-3565.

12pm – 3:30pm     Shepherdstown, WV
Percussion Festival – Percussion and drumming performances and instructional clinics for students, professionals and enthusiasts. The Shepherd Percussion Ensemble will perform. Noon to 3:30 p.m. Shepherd University’s Frank Center, off University Drive, Shepherdstown, W.Va. Free and open to the public. Call 410-960-2771 or email michelle@percus sionpro.com.

8pm     Berkeley Springs, WV
‘Patsy and Friends’ – Carol Glass, Mike Cooper and Sandy Utley will present classic country music. 8 p.m. Jim McCoy’s Troubadour Lounge and Park, Highland Ridge Road, Berkeley Springs, W.Va. $5 single; $8 couple. Call 304-258-9381.

6pm     Greeencastle, PA
Benefit Dinner and Elvis Show – Proceeds will go to help a Hagerstown couple with a sick 6-year-old daughter. The menu includes pulled-pork barbecue sandwich, hot dogs for children, baked beans, macaroni and cheese, coleslaw, applesauce and drinks. Desserts will be sold. 6 p.m. First Assembly of God, 525 E. Leitersburg St., Greencastle, Pa. $12; $6, ages 4 to 10; free for ages 3 and younger. Call 717-729-8327 or email beckyk5711@embarqmail.com.

8pm     Frederick, MD
1964: The Tribute – A tribute to The Beatles. 8 p.m. Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., downtown Frederick, Md. Tickets cost $25 to $32.50. Call 301-600-2828 or go to www.weinbergcenter.org.

7pm     Waynesboro, PA
Coffee House – A church youth group, My Brother’s Keeper, will perform skits. 7 p.m. The Way Station, 300 W. Main St., Waynesboro, Pa. Call Tom at 717-552-3404 or email thewaystationsecretary@comcast.net.

8pm     Frederick, MD
Aerial Dance – Updraft Aerial Dance Theater will perform. 8 p.m. Artomatic@Frederick, 115 E. Church St., downtown Frederick, Md. Free. Call 301-834-9291 or email lizard.updraft@gmail.com.

8am     Hagerstown, MD
Disc Golf Tournament – All levels of players are welcome in the Little Heiskell Challenge. Prizes awarded. Sanctioned by Professional Disc Golf Association. 8 a.m. registration; 9:30 a.m. tournament begins. Hagerstown Greens at Hamilton Run, 2 S. Cleveland Ave., Hagerstown. For cost and to register online, go to www.discoutfitters.com/products/little-heiskell-challenge-registration.html, call 301-739-8577, ext. 180, or email jbryan@hagers townmd.org.

Sunday, Nov. 6

1pm – 4pm     Williamsport, MD
Meet the author book signing – Stephen Lynn Meyers will sign copies of his book, “Walking in Water — a history of and tales from the Conococheague Creek.” 1 to 4 p.m. Town Museum of Williamsport, lower level of the Springfield Farm Barn, off U.S. 11, Williamsport. Call 301-223-7229.

6:30pm – 8pm     Hagerstown, MD
Drumming Circle – Drum circle. Bring your own instrument. 6:30 to 8 p.m. Contemporary School for the Arts and Gallery, 4 W. Franklin St., downtown Hagerstown. Call 301-223-8031 or email gbrnthvr@yahoo.com.

1pm     Hagerstown, MD
Folk Singer – Elaine Silver will perform folk music. 1 p.m. Unity of Hagerstown, Civil Air Patrol Building, 18621 Jarkey Drive, Hagerstown. $15. Call 240-409-5940 or email unityhagerstown@live.com.

2:30pm     Hagerstown, MD
Piano Concert  – Pianist Caroline Oltmanns will perform selections by Debussy, Hadyn and others. 2:30 p.m.; reception follows. Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, City Park, Hagerstown. $5; free for members. Call 301-739-5727 or go to www.wcmfa.org.

3pm     Clear Spring, MD
Noteworthy Sundays – Take Two will perform. 3 p.m. Leonard P. Snyder Memorial Library Branch, 12624 Broadfording Road, Clear Spring. Free. To reserve a seat, call 301-739-3250, ext. 123.

1pm – 6pm     Waynesboro, PA
Benefit Bluegrass Concert – A bluegrass concert to benefit the family of Mike McDonald, a local musician who died unexpectedly. Entertainment by Ernie Bradley and Grassy Ridge, Twin Hill Express, Billy Lee Cox and Scott Brandon (Don Reno and Red Smiley Tribute), Back Creek Valley Boys and Circa Blue. 1 to 6 p.m. Beck & Benedict Hardware Music Theatre, 118 Walnut St., Waynesboro, Pa. $10 per person. Food and beverages will be sold. Call 304-264-8801.

2pm – 4pm     Hagerstown, MD
Jazz and Poetry – Art the Poet and Aaron Worthy will perform. 2 to 4 p.m. Contemporary School of Art and Gallery, 4 W. Franklin St., downtown Hagerstown. Free. Call 301-791-6191 or email ronlytle3@netzero.net.

2pm     Brunswick, MD
Ceremony and Parade – Ceremony at 1 p.m. with keynote speaker U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Stephen R. Harris. The parade is at 2 p.m. with grand marshal Walter S. Stull Jr. Downtown Brunswick, Md. Rain or shine. No pets. Call 240-508-3049 or go to www.brunswickmd.gov.

But kids’ feet do grow year round, right along with the rest of them. In fact, according to the American Podiatric Medical Association, a child’s shoe and sock sizes may change every few months.

Comfortable, sturdy shoes are among the most important articles of clothing you’ll buy for your child at any time of year. Ill-fitting shoes can cause problems that range from minor blisters and discomfort to serious injuries and impaired development.

“A pair of well-made shoes can keep children safe from foot problems such as sprains and strains – both in class and on the playground,” says Dr. Michael J. King, president of APMA. “Unless your child complains of discomfort, you may not realize he or she needs new shoes. Parents need to be vigilant to ensure kids are wearing shoes that fit properly and provide the stability and support kids need.”

Conduct the time-honored toe test – using your thumb or forefinger to determine where the child’s big toe is inside the shoe – once a month. Inspect shoes regularly for signs of wear that could compromise their stability. When it’s time to buy children’s shoes, APMA has some guidelines for parents.

“Checking for three different aspects of a shoe’s design makes it easy for parents to distinguish which models are foot friendly,” King says.

APMA recommends parents perform a simple, three-step inspection on new shoes before buying:

1. Look for a stiff heel. The heel counter should not collapse when pressed from both sides.

2. Ensure the shoe bends at the toes, but nowhere else.

3. Finally, make sure the shoe does not twist in the middle.

In addition, keep these tips in mind to help ensure kids are wearing comfortable shoes and practicing good foot health:

* Take children with you when you buy their shoes and shop at the end of the day when feet are at their biggest. Every shoe fits differently, and allowing a child to have a say in the shoe-shopping process can help promote healthy foot care habits down the road.

* Always buy for the larger foot. Feet are rarely the exact same size, so buy a shoe that fits the slightly larger foot.

* Avoid shoes that require a “break-in” period to feel comfortable. Shoes should be comfortable immediately. Be sure your child tries on the shoe wearing whatever type of socks or tights they will use with it.

* Never hand down footwear. Just because a shoe fits one child comfortably doesn’t mean it will fit another in the same way. Also, sharing shoes can spread athlete’s foot and nail fungus.

* Whenever possible, purchase shoes at a shoe store staffed by well-trained shoe fitters. An experienced sales person can help relieve worries over getting the proper fit.

If your child’s shoes show uneven wear or wear out on the heels quickly, it could indicate a problem that should be examined by a podiatrist. You can find a podiatrist in your area, as well as a list of APMA-recommended footwear, at www.apma.org/seal.

7:30pm     Hagerstown, MD
‘The Mousetrap’ -  The Potomac Playmakers present “The Mousetrap,” a classic murder mystery by Agatha Christie. 7:30 p.m. today and Friday, Oct. 21, and Saturday, Oct. 22; and 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 23. Barbara Ingram School for the Arts, 7 S. Potomac St., downtown Hagerstown. General admission tickets are $16; $10 for students. Limited seating. Call 301-797-8182 or call Mark at 240-527-4458.

Friday, Oct. 21 

4pm     Ringgold, MD
Misty Meadow Farm – Small maze for young children and a large spider web maze; animal visitation area with small farm animals, pedal tractors for all ages. 4 p.m. to dusk Fridays; 1 p.m. to dusk Saturdays and Sundays through Sunday, Oct. 30. Additional activities some weekends. Misty Meadow Farm Creamery, 14230 Misty Meadow Road, Ringgold. Call 301-824-7455.

5pm – 10pm     Hagerstown, MD
Hagerstown Corn Maze – Eight-acre corn maze and pick-your-own pumpkin patch. Moonlight mazes on Friday and Saturday nights. 5 to 10 p.m. Fridays; noon to 10 p.m. Saturdays; noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Continues through Sunday, Oct. 30. Celebration Farm, 17638 Garden View Road, northwest of Hagerstown. $3 to $5; free for ages 4 and younger. Call 301-393-4377, email info@cmhag.org or go to www.hagerstowncornmaze.org.

7pm – 10pm     Mercersburg, PA
Haunted Corn Maze – Haunted corn maze. Marshmallows, s’mores kits and other refreshments will be sold. May not be suitable for children younger than 10. 7 to 10 p.m. Stoner’s Dairy Farm, 7678 Oellig Road, Mercersburg, Pa. $7. Bring a flashlight. Call 717-328-3617 or email stonersdairyfarm@gmail.com.

1pm – 5pm     Hagerstown, MD
Trains for Everyone – HO-scale model railroad, trains for children to operate, historic railroad equipment, artifacts and photos. 1 to 5 p.m. Friday, Saturday, Oct. 22, and Sunday, Oct. 23. Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum, 300 S. Burhans Blvd., Hagerstown. $3.50; 50 cents for ages 4 to 12; free for ages 3 and younger. Call 301-739-4665.

7pm and 8pm     Hagerstown, MD
Haunted Hager House – Is the home of Hagerstown’s founder haunted? Reservations are required. Tours at 7 and 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21; Saturday, Oct. 22; and Sunday, Oct. 30, and Monday, Oct. 31. Jonathan Hager House, City Park, Hagerstown. Call 301-739-8393.

7pm – 11pm     Ranson, WV
Haunted Fairground – Four nights of fright. One building is in 3-D. 7 to 11 p.m. Fridays, Oct. 21 and 28; Saturdays, Oct. 22 and 29. Jefferson County Fairground, Leetown Pike, Ranson, W.Va. $7; $4, ages younger than 12.  Call 304-725-4141 or go to www.thehauntedfairgrounds.com.

5:45pm – 6:45pm     Hagerstown, MD
MSO Happy Hour – Violin soloist Nick Kendall and jazz drummer Gabe Globus-Hoenich will give a sneak peak at the Maryland Symphony Orchestra’s Masterworks concerts this weekend. 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. Hempen Hill BBQ, 13208 Fountain Head Plaza, Hagerstown. Call 301-797-4000.

7pm – 10pm     Waynesboro, PA
Bluegrass Jam – The public is invited to
listen or bring an instrument and play. Refreshments. 7 to 10 p.m. Beck and Benedict Hardware Music Theatre, 118 Walnut St., Waynesboro, Pa. $4. Go to www.beck-benedicthardware.com or call 717-762-4711.

8pm     Shepherdstown, WV
A Cappella Concert – The Shepherd University Chamber Singers, Men’s Choir and Women’s Camerata will perform. Selections include Daniel Pinkham’s “Wedding Cantata” and the women’s camerata performing an African piece with full percussion. 8 p.m. Shepherd University’s Frank Center, University Drive, Shepherdstown, W.Va. $10; $5 faculty, staff and students 18 and younger; free to Shepherd students and Friends of Music MAC cardholders. The box office opens one hour before the performance. Call 304-876-5555 or go to www.shepherd.edu/musicweb.

7pm     Hagerstown, MD
‘Lucia di Lammermoor’ – Hub Opera Ensemble will perform Donizetti’s “Lucia di Lammermoor,” a story of forbidden love and a volatile feud between Scottish families. 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21, and Sunday, Oct. 23, in the Hagerstown Community College Classroom Building Auditorium, off Robinwood Drive, east of Hagerstown. $15; $10 for seniors; free for HCC students and staff. Go to www.huboperaensemble.org.

8pm     Chambersburg, PA
‘The Mousetrap’ – Chambersburg Community Theatre will present Agatha Christie’s play about a group strangers stranded in a boarding house during a snowstorm; one of them is a murderer. 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays through Sunday, Oct. 30. The Capitol Theatre, 159 S. Main St., Chambersburg, Pa. $15; $10, students. Call 717-263-0202 or go to www.cctonline.org.

7pm     Hagerstown, MD
‘Interactive Mystery Spooktacular’ – The Scooby Doo team travels back in time in their time magic mystery machine. Along the way they collect characters from different eras in time. Together the team works to solve a creepy mystery. Presented by Hagerstown Children’s Theater. Doors open at 7 p.m.; preshow at 7:30 p.m.; 8 p.m. showtime Friday and Saturday, Oct. 22; doors open at 1 p.m.; preshow at 1:30 p.m.; 2 p.m. showtime Sunday, Oct. 23.  Masonic Temple, 54 S. Potomac St., downtown Hagerstown. $8; $5 children and students. Call 301-733-8261. Go to www.mytheaterarts.com.

Saturday, Oct. 22 

9am – 4pm     Myersville, MD
Fall Mountain Car Show – Features car, trucks, tractors and motorcycles. Registration 9 a.m. to noon. $10 entrance fee. Event 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Myersville Volunteer Fire Co., 301 Main St., Myersville, Md. Call 301-293-1197 or email matl50grl@aol.com.

6pm – 8:30pm     Hagerstown, MD
Just Dance Contest – Dance off for teens who won the Just Dance auditions. Live bands and DJ. 6 to 8:30 p.m. Space next to Old Navy, Valley Mall, 17301 Valley Mall Road, Halfway. $5. Go to ShoptheValleyMall.com.

7:30pm     Berkeley Springs, WV
Percussive Dance Show – Footworks percussive dance ensemble will perform American traditional dance and music. 7:30 p.m. Berkeley Springs High School auditorium, 149 Concord Ave., Berkeley Springs, W.Va. Tickets cost $2 to $8; $20 for a family. Call 304-258-2300 or go to www.macicehouse.org.

2pm – 7pm     Hagerstown, MD
Just Teens Day – Teens, ages 11 to 18 and their families are invited to visit interactive displays throughout the mall. Exhibits include health, safety, drugs/tobacco, pregnancy, higher education, finances, teen services and more. 2 to 7 p.m. Valley Mall, 17301 Valley Mall Road, Hagerstown. Email coordinator@teenshavechoices.org.

10am – 4pm     Hagerstown, MD
Railroad Celebration – Barrel cart rides from 1 to 4 p.m.; railroad coloring activities, Thomas the Tank Engine G-Scale display; tours of Locomotive 202; on-site cabooses, Western Maryland memorabilia displays and more. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 23. Hagerstown Railroad Museum, City Park, Hagerstown. Free. Call 301-739-8393 or email hagerhouse@hagerstownmd.org.

1pm – 3pm     Hagerstown, MD
Science Saturday – Discovery Station will host Science Saturday once a month. This month’s topic is Mystery Goo, presented by retired master teachers Mary Licht and Colleen Middour. For students in grades three, four and five. 1 to 3 p.m. Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. Seating limited to 16 participants. Advance registration is recommended. No admission fee for the program; $5 to $7 to tour the museum. Call 301-790-0076 or go to www.discoverystation.org.

9am     Hancock, MD
Fall Soap Box Derby Rally – Stock, super stock and masters. One double and one single elimination race each day. 9 a.m. racing starts Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 23. East High Street Hill, East High Street, Hancock. Call 301-678-6613.

10am – 5pm     Fairplay, MD
Down on the Farm – The event will include a petting zoo, five-acre corn maze, hay rides, bounce house for children, pumpkins for sale. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays, noon to 5 p.m. Sundays through Sunday, Oct. 30. Down on the Farm, 8778 Jordan Road, Fairplay. A sign is in the front field, follow the lane to the event. $7; $3, ages 3 to 11; free for ages 2 and younger. Call 301-582-1267.

10am     Ranson, WV
Bunker Hill Train Club Show – Model trains. 10 a.m. Ranson Civic Center, 431 W. Second Ave., Ranson, W.Va. $3. Go to www.bun kerhilltrainclub.org.

10am – 2pm     Hagerstown, MD
Halloween Fun Festival – A non-scary day with art projects, seasonal treats and refreshments. Face painting. A magic show at 1 p.m. with magician Peter Wood. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, City Park, Hagesrtown. $5 per person or $15 per family. Call 301-739-5727 or email ahunt@wcmfa.org.

10am – 5pm     Mercersburg, PA
Great Outdoor Festival – Food, chairlift rides, archery, barnyard buddies, kid’s activities and more. Moondog Medicine Show performs Saturday and Hicktown performs Sunday, Oct. 23. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 23. Whitetail Resort, 13805 Blairs Valley Road, Mercersburg, Pa. Call 717-328-9400. $7; $3, children and seniors; free for children 5 and younger.

11am – 4pm     Boonsboro, MD
Fall Fest – Rohrersville Ruritan’s fall fest. Activities include a garden tractor pull at noon, hayrides, kids games, pumpkin painting and a costume contest at 3 p.m. Food will be sold. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rohrersville Ruritan Community Park, Md. 67, 5 miles south of Boonsboro. Call 240-818-1038. All proceeds will go toward scholarships and park upkeep.

9am – 4pm     Ijamsville, MD
Fall Harvest – Tractor displays featuring tractors from 1906 to 1939, demonstrations of corn harvesting, shingle making, tractor games, kiddie peddal pull for ages 5 to 10 both days at 1:30 p.m. Food. A consignment sale Saturday afternoon. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 23. 11502 Browningsville Road, Ijamsville, Md. Sponsored by Maryland International Harvester Collectors Club Chapter 30. Call 301-418-0635.

7pm     Big Pool, MD
Fort Frederick Ghost Walk- Sponsored by Friends of Fort Frederick and Clear Spring Lions Club. Take a walk through the haunted forest, fort and barracks. 7 p.m. Visitors who are in line by 9 p.m. will have an opportunity to experience the walk. Fort Frederick State Park, 11115 Fort Frederick Road, Big Pool. $5 adults; $2 ages 6 to 12. Call 301-842-2155.

7pm     Waynesboro, PA
Night at Renfrew – Athena Varounis, author of “Franklin County Ghosts,” Deborah M. Heinecker, psychic, and Michael Albert, local historian, will spin tales of the paranormal from such places as Renfrew’s Museum House, Wilson College, Allison-Antrim Museum, the Old Jail and more. 7 p.m. Renfrew Museum, 1010 E. Main St,. Waynesboro, Pa. Bring a flashlight. For adults and children ages 13 and older. $5 per person. Those attending will receive a “Got Ghost” button that can be presented for a free tour of the Renfrew Museum House next year. Call 717-762-4723.

11am – 5pm     Sharpsburg, MD
Children’s Fun – A kids day out with hands-on activities and programs focused on how children lived during the mid-18th century. Staff and children dressed in period attire will lead games and a craft. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 23. Pry House Field Hospital Museum, 18906 Shepherdstown Pike, Sharpsburg. Call 301-416-2395 or go to www.civilwarmed.org.

2:30pm     Hagerstown, MD
‘Tombstones Whisper’ – Michael Dixon will trace the evolution of graveyards, explore tales that tombstones whisper, consider interesting epitaphs and offer suggestions on how to use cemeteries in tracing family history. 2:30 p.m. Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, City Park, Hagerstown. $5 per person. 301-739-5727. Go to www.wcmfa.org.

10am – 5pm     Hagerstown, MD
Living History Day – Imagine what rural life was like in Washington County from the early to mid-1800s. All buildings in the village and farmstead will be open along with demonstrators in each. “From Wheat to Bread” demonstration at noon, 1 and 2 p.m. Event from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Washington County Rural Heritage Museum, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, south of Hagerstown. Free, donations accepted. Call 240-420-1714 or go to www.ruralheritage museum.org.

9am, 11:30am & 2pm     Frederick, MD
Ranger-led Battlefield Hikes – Explore the battlefield and discover how the battle unfolded. National Park Service rangers will highlight events that transpired on July 9, 1864. Hikes at 9 and 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Monocacy National Battlefield, 4801 Urbana Pike, Frederick, Md. Call 301-662-3515.

7pm     Waynesboro, PA
Christian Coffee House – Soul’s Fire will perform. 7 p.m. The Way Station, a Christian Coffee House, 300 W. Main St., Waynesboro, Pa. Donations accepted. Call Tom at 717-552-3404 or email thewaystationsecretary@comcast.net. 

7:30pm     Chambersburg, PA
National Symphony Orchestra – The National Symphony Orchestra will perform. 7:30 p.m. Chambersburg Area High School Auditorium, 1006 Falling Spring Road, Chambersburg, Pa. $20. For information or to purchase tickets, call 717-709-4091 or email lynchang@chambersburg.k12.pa.us.

8pm     Frederick, MD
Frederick Symphony Orchestra – The concert will feature piano soloist John Wickelgren performing Franz Liszt’s Concerto No. 2 in A Major. The orchestra will also perform Liszt’s Mephisto Waltz No. 1 and Totentanz, Saint-Saens’ “Danse Macabre,” and Mussorgsky’s “Night on Bald Mountain.” 8 p.m. Frederick Community College’s Jack B. Kussmaul Theater, Opossumtown Pike, Frederick, Md. $20; $15, seniors; $10, students. Tickets are avalable at www.fredericksymphony.org or at the door. Call 301-685-3585.

8pm     Frederick, MD
Tap Kids – Eight young tap dancers will perform. 8 p.m. Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., downtown Frederick, Md. $12 to $25. Call 301-600-2828 or go to www.weinbergcenter.org.

6pm     Harpers Ferry, WV
Zipline Canopy Tour Halloween Haunting – Participants will zip along a 2 1/2-hour course while encountering Halloween characters and scenes. 6 p.m. Saturdays in October and Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday on Halloween weekend. River Riders, 408 Alstadts Hill Road, Harpers Ferry, W.Va. $99 per person. Call 304-535-2663, email tacy@riverriders.com or go to www.riverriders.com.

7pm     Shippensburg, PA
Halloween Parade – Shippensburg Halloween Parade. 7 p.m. King Street, Shippensburg, Pa.

10am – 5pm     Berkeley Springs, WV
Studio Tour – Artists in and around Berkeley Springs, W.Va., will open their studios to visitors. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 23. Frog Valley Artisans, 82 Powerline Land, Berkeley Springs, W.Va. Download a guide with maps and artist information at www.berkeleyspringsstudiotour.org or call 304-258-3541.

 Sunday, Oct. 23

3pm – 5pm     Cascade, MD
Community Harvest Celebration – An old-fashioned community harvest celebration sponsored by eight churches in Cascade and Sabillasville, Md., and Blue Ridge Summit, Pa., and Fairfield, Pa. Music entertainment will include bluegrass, traditional and contemporary worship-style music. Food. 3 to 5 p.m. Fort Ritchie Community Center, 14421 Lake Royer Drive, Cascade. Free. Call 301-241-4501 or email info@onemountainfoundation.org.

6pm – 7:30pm     Hagerstown, MD
Trunk or Treat – Candy and treats for children. 6 to 7:30 p.m. Trinity Lutheran Church of Hagerstown rear parking lot, 15 Randolph Ave., Hagerstown. Free. Call 301-733-2878.

2pm     Boonsboro, MD
Open Hearth Cooking – Denny Warrenfeltz will demonstrate open hearth cooking using Revolutionary War recipes at 2 p.m.; and talk about Revolutionary War food at 3 p.m. Antique Bowman pottery will be on display. 2 to 4 p.m. Bowman House, 323 N. Main St., Boonsboro. Call 301-432-8410.

12:30pm     Hagerstown, MD
‘Going Home’ – Mary Batson tells the story of 5-year-old Mikale Ann and her grandmother, who look back on their lives. Accompanied with music by Bob Sima. 12:30 p.m. Unity of Hagerstown, Civil Air Patrol building, 18621 Jarkey Drive, Hagerstown. $15. Call 240-409-5940 or email unityhagerstown@live.com.

10am     Thurmont, MD
Trail Work Day – The work day will include installation of new and maintenance of existing erosion control structures on the campground and cliff trails. Meet at 10 a.m. at the falls trailhead parking area near the lake. Cunningham Falls State Park, off Md. 77, Thurmont, Md. Inform the attendant at the entrance booth that you are there to work on the trails to have the park’s entrance fee waived. Free waterproof maps for first-time volunteers. Sponsored by Potomac Appalachian Trail Club. For information, email westpatc@hotmail.com.

While the average American is expected to spend over $70 on Halloween this year, you don’t have to break the bank to have a spooktacularly fun holiday. Here are a few tips to help you create a festive Halloween without sending a chill down your spine.

Quick and easy costumes
While purchasing a costume may be the easiest solution, it can be expensive. Instead, consider making a one-of-a kind costume. All it takes is a little creativity and items likely found around your home.

With a few supplies, a little prep-time and some imagination, paint and scissors can transform a simple box into a robot, a racecar or a kissing-booth. Or, scan your closet for inspiration; a fortune teller, Greek goddess or private detective costume may be lurking amongst the treasures and accessories in your closet.

For hair-raising fun, the folks at Jack Link’s Beef Jerky have made it easy for fans of their iconic “Messin’ With Sasquatch” commercials to create a costume of the elusive Sasquatch. Check out JackLinks.com to download a free, printable Sasquatch mask, iron-on T-shirt transfer, and other fun tips to make an inexpensive, yet ferociously fun Halloween costume this year.

Don’t be tricked by your treats
Between the candy corn, candied apples and popcorn balls, finding a healthier Halloween treat can be a spooky experience for parents. Don’t be tricked; a “fun” sized mini chocolate bar can pack 60 to 80 calories and it’s loaded with sugar.

To avoid a holiday candy coma, choose non-sugary, protein-rich snacks such as roasted pumpkin seeds, low-calorie beef or turkey jerky or fun-to-eat string cheese. In fact, after carving your Halloween pumpkin, roasting the pumpkin seeds is a fun activity to share with your family.

The great pumpkin
Nothing conjures up memories of Halloweens past like carving jack o’ lanterns. This year, test your pumpkin carving skills with a family friendly “carve-off” competition. Choose prizes that will engage the whole family such as a “winner’s choice” family movie night or movie passes to a local theater.

“Everyone likes pumpkins, and carving jack o’ lanterns is a great way to bring people together,” says children’s book author and avid pumpkin and woodblock carver Betsy Bowen. “Youngsters, oldsters and in-betweens can all be creative with a pumpkin.”

If you’re a pumpkin-carving novice, it’s easy to get started. Select a nicely shaped, firm pumpkin and cover your work surface with newspaper. Gather all of the necessary carving tools, such as spoons, toothpicks for marking your pattern and a small carving knife or saw. Get creative and sketch out a unique design, or use a stencil or pattern as your guide. You can download a variety of free patterns online, suitable for all skill levels, including a Sasquatch stencil at JackLinks.com. If you’re not comfortable carving your pumpkin, try painting it instead.

After carving, light each pumpkin by placing a candle, battery-operated tea-light, or glow stick, inside. There is a certain magic in the air when pumpkins are aglow.

For more information on the Jack Link’s Beef Jerky Sasquatch o’ Lantern or Sasquatch costume, visit JackLinks.com/Growloween. For more information on Betsy Bowen, visit Woodcut.com.

5pm – 10pm     Hagerstown, MD
Hagerstown Corn Maze – Eight-acre corn maze and pick-your-own pumpkin patch. Moonlight mazes on Friday and Saturday nights. 5 to 10 p.m. Fridays; noon to 10 p.m. Saturdays; noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Continues through Sunday, Oct. 30. Celebration Farm, 17638 Garden View Road, northwest of Hagerstown. $3 to $5; free for ages 4 and younger. Call 301-393-4377, email info@cmhag.org or go to www.hagerstowncornmaze.org.

10am – 5:45pm     Middletown, MD
Jumbo’s Pumpkin Patch – Walk through the Pirate’s Cove Corn Maze, pick your own pumpkins, hayrides, pony rides, face painting, petting zoo, concessions and crafts. 10 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through Tuesday, Oct. 18. Jumbo’s Pumpkin Patch, 6521 Holter Road, Middletown, Md. Some activities also available during the week. Free admission. Go to www.jumbos.org.

 6pm – 9pm     Williamsport, MD
Friday Night Cruise-in – Williamsport Friday night cruise-in. Music by Vaun Miles, tribute to Patsy Cline. 6 to 9 p.m. In front of Smitty’s Creamery, Potomac Street, Williamsport. Admission is $3. Call 301-573-1501.

 7pm – 10pm     Maugansville, MD
Ballroom Dance Party – Jim Powers plays the organ to accompany dancing. 7 to 10 p.m. Maugansville Ruritan Building, 18007 Maugans Ave., Maugansville. $4 per person. Call 301-791-1551.

 2pm – 4pm     Hagerstown, MD
Wednesday Painting Group – Mansion House Art Center’s Wednesday Painting Group will exhibit their artwork. Reception from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 9. Exhibit continues through Sunday, Oct. 30. Mansion House Art Center, 501 Highland Way, City Park, Hagerstown. Call 301-797-6813 or go to www.valleyartassoc.com.

 5pm – 7pm     Hagerstown, MD
‘Connections’ – Artwork by Catherine Maffett will be exhibited. Reception 5 to 7 p.m. Friday. Exhibit continues through Tuesday, Nov. 1. Washington County Arts Council, 14 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Call 301-791-3132 or go to www.washing toncountyarts.com.

 11am – 4pm     Hagerstown, MD
Meet Gallery Members – Meet Valley Art Association artists Donna Mason from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday; Lin Petersen from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 8; and Donna Bingaman from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 9. Mansion House, City Park, Hagerstown. Free admission. Call 301-797-6813, email a1nanaecker@aol.com or go to www.valleyartassoc.com.

 Greencastle, PA
‘I Love Lucy’ – Exhibited items include original pieces used by Lucille Ball, memorabilia such as photographs and postcards, and promotional pieces. Exhibit continues through Wednesday, Oct. 26. Allison-Antrim Museum, 365 S. Ridge Ave., Greencastle, Pa. Free, donations accepted. Call 717-597-9010 or go to www.greencastlemuseum.org.

 1pm – 5pm     Hagerstown, MD
Trains for Everyone – HO-scale model railroad, trains for children to operate, historic railroad equipment, artifacts and photos. 1 to 5 p.m. Friday, Saturday, Oct. 8, and Sunday, Oct. 9. Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum, 300 S. Burhans Blvd., Hagerstown. $3.50; 50 cents for ages 4 to 12; free for ages 3 and younger. Call 301-739-4665.

 1pm & 2pm     Williamsport, MD
Fridays at the Library – October’s homeschool program will be on astronomy. Students will have the opportunity to represent their favorite planet in “living” solar system. Two identical programs offered, 1 to 2 p.m. and 2 to 3 p.m. Williamsport Memorial Library, 104 E. Potomac St., Williamsport. Call 301-223-7027.

 7pm – 11pm     Martinsburg, WV
The Haunted Theatre – The Apollo Civic Theatre will be haunted for the season. 7 to 11 p.m. Fridays, Oct. 7, 21 and 28; Saturdays, Oct. 8, 15, 22 and 29. Children ages 13 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Childcare provided. Apollo Civic Theatre, 128 E. Martin St., Martinsburg, W.Va. $10. Tickets sold at the door. Call 304-263-6766 or go to www.apolloween.com.

 Martinsburg, WV
7 Nights of Horror – A different horror movie every week. Midnight. Fridays, Oct. 7, 14, 21 and 28; Saturdays, Oct. 8 and 15. Berkeley Plaza Theatre 7, 267 Monrow St., Martinsburg, W.Va. $5. Purchase tickets at the door. Call 304-263-6766 or go to www.apolloween.com.

 5pm – 8pm     Chambersburg, PA
Chambersburg First Friday – Chambersburg’s First Friday will feature live music with The Ryan Payne Band at Courthouse Plaza, artwork on display and activities for children. 5 to 8 p.m. Downtown Chambersburg, Pa. Free. Call 717-261-0072.

 5pm – 8pm     Greencastle, PA
Greencastle First Friday – Rudy & the Bluefish will perform during Greencastle’s Oktoberfest-themed First Friday. 5 to 8 p.m. Downtown Greencastle, Pa. Free. Call Greencastle Arts Council at 717-597-3284.

 7pm     Williamsport, MD
‘All Through the Night’ – Williamsport’s fourth annual World War II Weekend opens with a showing of the 1941 classic comedy about Broadway gamblers who stumble onto Nazi saboteurs. 7 p.m. Springfield Barn, Byron Park, off U.S. 11, Williamsport. 50 cents. Call 301-223-5002.

 6pm     Frederick, MD
72 Film Fest – Dozens of short films created by teams of regional filmmakers will be shown during 72 Film Fest. All films were written, shot and edited in three days. 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 8. Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., downtown Frederick, Md. $10 per night; $17 for both nights. For tickets, call 301-600-2828 or email info@weinbergcenter.org.

 7pm – 9pm     Clear Spring, MD
Wine Down Friday – Live music with Mudcracker & the Beat and wine tasting. 7 to 9 p.m. Knob Hall Winery, 14108 St. Paul Road, Clear Spring. $5, includes five tastes and one glass of wine. Call 301-842-2777 or email info@knobhallwinery.com.

 7pm – 10pm     Waynesboro, PA
Bluegrass Jam – The public is invited to listen or bring an instrument and play. Refreshments. 7 to 10 p.m. Beck and Benedict Hardware Music Theatre, 118 Walnut St., Waynesboro, Pa. $4. Go to www.beck-benedicthardware.com or call 717-762-4711.

 7:30pm     Shepherdstown, WV
First Friday Coffeehouse – Nick Annis will be the featured performer. Open mic sign up, 7:30 p.m. Trinity Church Orchard House, 4599 Shepherdstown Road, four miles from the four-way stop in Shepherdstown, W.Va. $5 to $10. Call 304-676-4422 or go to www.myspace.com/firstfridaycof feehouse.

 11:30am – 1:30pm     Frederick, MD
Music on the Terrace Concert – The Blue Rhythm Boys will perform in a rescheduled concert. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Carroll Creek Linear Park Amphitheater, downtown Frederick, Md. If it rains, the concert will be IN C. Burr Artz Public Library. Free. Call 301-600-1629 or go to www.fcpl.org.

 7pm     Frederick, MD
‘Hearing Voices (Speaking in Tongues)’ – Poet Michael Mack will present a one-man show about schizophrenia and love in observance of Mental Illness Awareness Week. 7 p.m. Hood College’s Rosenstock Auditorium, 401 Rosemont Ave., Frederick, Md. Free. Go to www.nami.org.

 Frederick, MD
‘Chicago’ – Roxie Hart and another murderess, Velma  Kelly, vie for the spotlight and the headlines. 6 to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 12:30 to 4 p.m. on the first, third and fifth Sunday of every month through Saturday, Nov. 5. A show-only performance will be Sunday, Oct. 23. Way Off Broadway Dinner Theater, 5 Willowdale Drive, Frederick, Md. $32 to $46. Show only on Oct. 23, $25. Call 301-662-6600 or email WOB@wayoffbroadway.com.

 Hagerstown, MD
‘All Shook Up’ – A musical based on the songs of Elvis Presley and the Shakespearean play “Twelfth Night.” Fridays and Saturdays through Friday, Oct. 28; matinee Sunday, Oct. 16. No show on Friday, Oct. 21. Washington County Playhouse, 44 N. Potomac St., rear, downtown Hagerstown. Tickets are $34.50 and $38.50. Show-only tickets, $15. For reservations, call 301-739-7469.

 7:30pm – 11pm     Sharpsburg, MD
Star Party – The TriState Astronomers will host a public star party. Telescopes will be set up near the visitor’s center parking lot. The event is being held to coincide with International Moon Night. 7:30 to 11 p.m. Antietam National Battlefield’s visitor center, 5831 Dunker Church Road, off Sharpsburg Pike, Sharpsburg. Free. Call 301-988-9828 or email outreach@tristateastronomers.org.

 8pm – 12am     Hagerstown, MD
Singles Dance – One on One Singles dance for ages 21 and older. Casual dress, cash bar, snacks and door prizes. Music by Slate’s DJs. 8 p.m. to midnight. Knights of Columbus, 20340 Leitersburg Pike, Hagerstown. $7 per person. Call 304-274-3809 or 304-839-2322.

 7:30pm     Frederick, MD
Candlelight Ghost Tours – Candlelight ghost tours of downtown Frederick, Md. 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 8. Meet in front of Brewers Alley Restaurant and Brewery, 124 N. Market St., downtown Frederick, Md. $5 to $10. No reservations are required except for groups of eight or more. Call 301-668-8922 or go to www.marylandghost tours.com.

 7:30pm     Charles Town, WV
Charles Town Ghost Tours – The tour features 13 stops and the authentic, documented tales of more than 100 lively spirits. Each tour lasts about two hours. Comfortable shoes and flashlights are recommended. 7:30 p.m. every Friday and Saturday night in October. Jefferson County Courthouse, 100 E. Washington St., Charles Town, W.Va. $10; $5 those younger than 12. Not recommended for small children. For reservations, call 304-724-6741.

 Saturday, Oct. 8

 10am – 3pm     Funkstown, MD
Fire Prevention Week – Activities include children’s firefighter challenge, fire truck rides, Maryland CHIP, fire trucks, ambulances and units, Sparky the Fire Dog. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Funkstown Volunteer Fire Co., 2 S. Westside Ave., Funkstown. Parking available at Funkstown American Legion.

 7am – 2pm     Hagerstown, MD
Harvest Hoedown – An autumn fair and community yard sale. First 1,000 children ages 12 and younger receive free pumpkin; first 750 children 12 and younger receive free apple. Plus, free scarecrow making, pumpkin painting, hay rides, pony rides, petting zoo and Country Showcase of America Jamboree. Yard sale from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Fairgrounds stalls. Hoedown from 1 to 4 p.m. Fairgrounds Park, 351 N. Cleveland Ave., Hagerstown. Free. Go to www.hagerstownmd.org.

 9am     Berkeley Springs, WV
Apple Butter Festival – A parade kicks off the apple butter-themed festivities at 9 a.m. Saturday followed by two days of family-friendly games, music, food, fine arts and local crafts. Critton Hollow String Band and Hillbilly Huxters will perform. 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 9. Berkeley Springs State Park and downtown, Berkeley Springs, W.Va. Call 800-447-8797 or go to www.applebutterfestival.org.

 11am     Clear Spring, MD
Winestock 2011 – A weekend of music and wine. Saturday’s music includes Blue Transfer Band, Adam Taylor and Backroads Blues Band; on Sunday, Oct. 9, it’s Skweez Play, The Rogues and Mama Jama. Gates open at 11 a.m. Saturday, and Sunday, Oct. 9. Knob Hill Winery, 14108 St. Paul Road, Clear Spring. Admission is $10 advance, $15 at the door; $5 for ages 7 to 20; VIP tickets are $35 advance, $45 at the door. Call 301-842-2777 or go to www.knobhallwinery.com/winestock-2011.

 8pm     Frederick, MD
Haunted Landon House Mansion and Estate – Haunted dead or alive horror show. A fundraiser for Landon House Mansion and Estate. Doors open at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays in October. Landon House Mansion and Estate, 3401 Urbana Pike, Frederick, Md.  $15; $10, ages younger than 12. Cash only, exact change requested. Call 301-305-6600. Go to HauntedLandon.com.

 9am – 4:30pm     Williamsport, MD
World War II Weekend – Two-day weekend features military encampment, Rosie the Riveter, 1940s fashion show, battle re-enactments, Abbott and Costello show and Spam sandwiches. 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 9. Springfield Barn, Byron Park, off U.S. 11, Williamsport. Free admission. USO dance from 7 to 10 p.m.; admission is $5. Call 301-223-5002. For complete schedule, go to www.williamsportmd.gov/wwii_weekend.html.

 11am – 4pm     Harpers Ferry, WV
John Brown’s Capture – “Reacting to the Raid: Virginia Militia Arming to the Teeth” will focus on the period from capture of John Brown on Oct. 18, 1859, to his execution Dec. 2, 1859. Activities include a martial law exhibit from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and a historic weapons demonstration at 2 p.m. Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, off U.S. 340, Harpers Ferry, W.Va. Park entrance fee. Call 304-535-6029.

 10am – 3pm     Kearneysville, WV
18th-century Harvest Faire – Tours of the historic house, Colonial games, demonstrations of period activities and gardening. A free take-home craft will be available for children. The Bread Bakers of the Burr House will bake a limited number of loaves in the outdoor bake oven to sell. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 1751 Burr House, 176 E. Burr Blvd., Kearneysville, W.Va. Call 304-581-4751 or go to www.reliving historyinc.org.

 7pm – 9:30pm     Shepherdstown, WV
Vino and Vinyasa Evening – Yoga instructor Gena Rockwell will guide participants through a yoga practice, preparing the senses to embrace the tastes of wine and fall food pairings. 7 to 9:30 p.m. Mellow Moods Cafe and Juice Bar, 117 W. German St., Shepherdstown, W.Va. $40. Advance registration is required. Call 304-263-5367 or email jalayoga.christa@gmail.com.

 11am – 3pm     Charles Town, WV
Antiques Appraisal Fair – Bring in antiques for verbal appraisals by a team of appraisers covering the areas of the Civil War, militariana, coins, lighting, Americana, books and documents, dolls, toys, fine jewelry, art pottery and textiles. Sponsored by Jefferson County Museum. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Library and museum complex, corner of Washington and North Samuel streets, Charles Town, W.Va. $5 each; $12 for three items, each additional item $3. Call 304-725-8628 or email curator@jeffctywvmuseum.org.

 4pm – 8pm     Thurmont, MD
Community Potluck Dinner – Bring a main dish, side dish or dessert to share. Drinks will be provided. Robert Strasser will discuss his wilderness canoe trip in the Richmond Gulf of Canada’s Hudson Bay. 4 to 8 p.m. ThorpeWood, 12805A Mink Farm Road, Thurmont, Md. Free. For information or to RSVP, go to www.thorpewood.org or call 301-271-2823.

 7pm     Chambersburg, PA
Freedom Valley Chorus – A barbershop concert, “Hijinks on the High Cs,” with guest musicians from Barbara Ingram School for the Arts and barbershop quartet Hit Parade. 7 p.m. The Capitol Theatre, 159 S. Main St., Chambersburg, Pa. $10 to $15 in advance; $2 additional at the door. Call 301-797-0051 or email freedomvalleychorus@yahoo.com.

 7pm     Waynesboro, PA
Contemporary Christian Music – Covenant Band will perform. 7 p.m. The Way Station, a Christian Coffee House, 300 W. Main St., Waynesboro, Pa. Donations accepted. Call Tom at 717-552-3404 or email thewaystationsecretary@comcast.net. 

 8pm     Frederick, MD
Super Art Fight – A punk-rock mixture of “Pictionary” and pro-wrestling. 8 p.m. The Cultural Arts Center, 15 W. Patrick St., downtown Frederick, Md. Tickets cost $10 and are available by calling 301-662-4190.

 10am – 12pm     Shepherdstown, WV
Seed Collection Event – Volunteers will collect seeds of native hardwoods and shrubs to be delivered to state nurseries where they will be nurtured into small seedlings. 10 a.m. to noon. Yankauer Nature Preserve, W.Va. 54, Whiting’s Neck Road, north of Shepherdstown, W.Va. Advance registration is suggested. Rain or shine. Call 301-608-1188, ext., 204, or email tricarico@potomac.org.

 6pm     Harpers Ferry, WV
Zipline Tree-canopy Tour Halloween Haunting – Participants will zip along a 2 1/2-hour course while encountering Halloween characters and scenes. 6 p.m. Saturdays in October and Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday on Halloween weekend. River Riders, 408 Alstadts Hill Road, Harpers Ferry, W.Va. $99 per person. Call 304-535-2663, email tacy@riverriders.com or go to www.riverriders.com.

 Sunday, Oct. 9

 1pm – 3pm     Hagerstown, MD
Autumn Labyrinth Walk – Two labyrinths will be open. The indoor labyrinth is a Petite Chartres pattern and the outdoor labyrinth is an ancient Cretan pattern. 1 to 3 p.m. Unitarian Universalist Church of Hagerstown, 13245 Cearfoss Pike, Hagerstown. Go to www.uuhagerstownmd.org.

 2:30pm     Hagerstown, MD
Project Natale – Project Natalie perform jazz. 2:30 p.m. Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, City Park, Hagerstown. $5; free for museum members and ages 12 and younger. Call 301-739-5727 or go to www.wcmfa.org.

 11am     Hagerstown, MD
Christian Music – The New Cross Roads Gospel Singers will perform. 11 a.m. St. Matthew’s United Methodist Church, corner of West Franklin and High Street, Hagerstown. Offering will be taken. Call 304-676-9612. 

 2pm – 5pm     Cascade, MD
Pen Mar Concert – Ray Birely Orchestra will perform for the final concert and dance of the season. 2 to 5 p.m. Pen Mar Park, off Pen Mar High Rock Road, Cascade. Free. Rain or shine. Call 240-313-2700.