FANNY CRAWFORD Monday, August 28 • 7pm Fanny Crawford spent much of the past year sifting through the four-drawer wood file-cabinet she inherited from her parents - full of their memorabilia and archived papers.  Though Fanny has frequently shared stories received from her parents, the goal this time was to focus on her mother’s life, […]

The exciting 2023-2024 season for Hagerstown Choral Arts will begin in September and the group is looking for singers.  Auditions will be held at Hagerstown Church of the Brethren at 6:00 pm on two dates this year: August 29 and September 5. Pick the date that works for you and come on out. The auditions […]

MONDAY, Sept. 4 (Labor Day), 9am-1pm / FREE! Circulation Day is a chance to activate the principle of letting go of the former to make room for the fresher. It’s like a free yard sale and allows us to support Mother Earth and our community! This event is intended to keep GENTLY USED goods in […]

The next downtown Hagerstown American Red Cross Blood Drive, sponsored by Hagerstown Healthcare and hosted by Otterbein UMC, is scheduled for Tuesday, September 5, 2023, 11 a.m. – 4p.m. Please schedule your life-saving donation today:  redcrossblood.org or 800-RED-CROSS. Flyer attached.

The exciting 2023-2024 season for Hagerstown Choral Arts will begin in September and the group is looking for singers.  Auditions will be held at Hagerstown Church of the Brethren at 6:00 pm on two dates this year: August 29 and September 5. Pick the date that works for you and come on out. The auditions […]

TUESDAY, SEPT. 5, 6 pm / / $15 drop-in / 5 sessions for $50 (Every Tuesday starting in September.) This class is for anyone who wants a better understanding of yoga in a down-to-earth, no-judgement environment. This series is designed for those new to yoga – as well as those seeking continued understanding of yoga […]

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 6, 7 pm / $20 (First Wednesday every month.) Relax and renew with guided meditation, crystal singing bowls, drumming, Native American flute, and other beautiful sound healing instruments. Relax, heal, clear, and release energy, connect more deeply with your own inner knowing, and embody more of your truth with SABRINA MADSEN. Bring a […]

Church Women United of Washington County Human Rights Celebration Lunch and Program Living a Legacy of Love: Doing God’s Work Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 12 Noon Lunch begins at noon. St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Women will prepare the meal which includes sandwiches, salads, fruit, and dessert. Lunch cost: $12.00 The reservation deadline for the meal […]

World Class Concert Violinist Wesley Mason to appear at Congregation B’nai Abraham, 53 East Baltimore Street in Hagerstown on Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 2:30 pm. Wesley has been a performing violinist since the age of 7 and has been on stages throughout Europe and the U.S. His concert will be titled “T o Life: […]

You are cordially invited to an Open House to learn about the Unitarian Universalist liberal religious education program for children.  Please join them at The Unitarian Universalist Church of Hagerstown, 13245 Cearfoss Pike, Hagerstown, MD. The event will include a tour of their religious education rooms, time to chat with teachers, and a look at […]

At the little white “Dunker Church” on the Antietam National Battlefield, Sharpsburg, MD Guest Speaker Carol Scheppard “Being the Church on a Battlefield“ Dr. Scheppard is on the faculty of Bridgewater College, Bridgewater, VA, in the Department of Philosophy and Religion. She also served as Moderator of the Church of the Brethren in 2016-2017. The […]

Free to the Paramount Community and Friends Bring your chairs 5:00 PM - Free walking Tacos 6:00 PM - Free Concert

GriefShare is a worldwide ministry for those who have experienced the loss of a spouse, child, family member or friend.  Grief share provides powerful tools to assist in journeying through grief.  HCOB will be facilitating a series of 13 weekly sessions.  There is no cost to attend but you are asked to consider giving a […]

Five members of the Antietam Storytellers Guild compete for laurels and a cash prize while battling for the 2023 Best Liar title. Come to cheer them on! $12 in advance, $15 at the door. Payment in advance must be received before Monday, September 18. Cash or check accepted. Please make check payable to Fanny Crawford. […]

Otterbein United Methodist Church Parking Lot This is a one-time, food “drop” for our neighborhood. Suggest you bring sturdy grocery type tote bags to carry your food/produce home. Recommended especially for those who fall within the WIC Income Guidelines - (Example: Family of 4 with income less than $40,793) For More Information Call Maryland Food […]

Beginning Tai Chi Classes at Otterbein United Methodist Church Wednesdays 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. September 20 – October 25 (6 weeks) Suggested Donation: $30 ($5 per session) This beginning course in T'ai Chi is designed especially for the novice, of any age, who wishes to learn a simplified version of this profound art form. The […]

Chair Yoga  at Otterbein  Thursdays, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. September 21 –October 26 (6 weeks) The group at Otterbein is looking forward to starting up another six week series of Chair Yoga on Thursdays, September 21 through October 26, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. in the Church’s Auditorium. Jane Baer is the  instructor. Jane […]

Come enjoy a day of dance & meditation with Candice Tritch, founder & CEO of Dance Alchemy, all in a safe, sacred, stress-free space. This dance workshop is an invitation to reconnect with the Fall Harvest energy of Mother Earth through the universal language of dance. The day will include meditation, creative visualization, warm-up exercises, […]

All adults welcome regardless of skill, talent, or experience! Come enjoy a day of dance and meditation with CANDICE TRITCH, founder of DANCE ALCHEMY. Candice will teach one of their signature dances, Haitian Harvest. This workshop includes warm-up exercises, meditation, creative visualization, and step-by-step dance instruction. For all abilities- no dance experience required!

  To honor the International Day of Peace, an Interfaith Progressive Dinner will be held at three different local houses of worship with four faith traditions participating. Small plates of food will be served at each location as we progressively move as one group from place to place. This is an opportunity to: Learn about […]

A Resource Fair for the local community to serve those in need (homeless, indigent, low income). will be held at Zion UCC on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 from 12 noon to 4 pm. Some of the groups present will include CASA, Community Action Council, Children In Need, Medication First, and Change Health System, to name […]

The Adult Mental Health First Aid course is an 8-hour program appropriate for anyone 18 years and older who wants to learn how to help a person who may be experiencing a mental health related crisis or problem. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, psychosis, and addictions. The adult course teaches a 5-step action plan for […]

Join Dr. James and Amy Brooks for this special presentation which will take place in the sanctuary. There are planning a pilgrim meal prior:  spanish tortilla (egg and potato and onion pie made with olive oil.)  RSVP to diannaplotner@fcchagerstown.org or (301) 733-0144 The event will be live streamed.

Have a fun night out creating fall art! St. Mark's is hosting a Fall Sign Painting Workshop with Muddy Paws Design. All materials and instructions are provided for $40-$45 depending on the project selected. Please RSVP by September 18 by choosing your project at https://muddypawsdesignco.com/collections/fall-sign-workshop-designs There are 23 projects to choose from. Call Patrick at […]

Celebrate the Feast of Saint Michael and All Angels and the Installation of a New Minister of Music: John Sabine Rite 1 Festival Eucharist Anthems: Anthem of Dedication, by Warren Martin; Our Gift of Music, by Edwin Taylor; The Lord Bless You and Keep You, by Peter C. Lutkin Mass Setting: Missa Sancta Maria Magdalena, […]

Cost Free- a good will offering will be accepted
Deadline for RSVP: 9/25/23

St. Mark's Lutheran Church, 601 Washington Avenue, Hagerstown, MD, will conduct "Blessing of the Pets" on Saturday, September 30, from 10am until Noon. The event will be conducted on St. Mark's parking lot, located directly across the street from the Washington Avenue entrance (parking lot is adjacent to Girls Inc.). Please bring your pets under […]

Silhouette of a cat.nnFrom http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Image:Cat_silhouette.svg On October 1, Saint John's Episcopal Church will hold a pet blessing on the front lawn area of the church. Everyone is invited to bring their pets of all shapes, sizes, and legs (or lack thereof) for a blessing as we commemorate Saint Francis, who is the patron saint of […]

REACH Presents Taste of the Town Sunday, October 1, 2023 at 5:00 PM Tickets are Available Online: Tickets can be purchased online at TicketMaster.com, by phone at 301-790-2000, or in person at the Theatre Box Office. Pre-sales may be limited to availability. For groups of 8 or more, contact the Box Office Directly by Phone […]