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New Market Walking Tours A historian in 1860's dress presents eyewitness accounts and folklore of the Shenandoah Valley Departs 10:30 am Daily (except Sun.& Mon.)

9317 N Congress St New Market, VA 22844 Interstate 81, exit 264. Turn left at stoplight- Rt 11 N.

540-740-3747 $10 Adult $5 Child www.new-market-virginia-walking-tours.com "History at your Feet" "Time Travelers" Member -Virginia Assoc. of Museums

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Seafood Festival!!! Available all April Live Maine Lobster, W.V.Trout,Wild Salmon Ahi Tuna, Cod, Crab Cakes, Surf & Turf and More! Seventy Two Luxury guest rooms with Gas Fireplace, Whirlpool Bath and Balconies overlooking the Potomac River bend

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Beer Festival

German Easter Tours

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April 7-11, 10:00 am - 4:00pm

Noon till 6pm • TASTINGS of more than 30 quality microbrewed and imported lagers and fine hand-crafted ales • FINE FOOD • Great Music - Junk Food & Cazhmiere • FREE commemorative tasting glasses • Designated driver program ($5 ticket) • FREE tours of the historic 1797 Manor House • ALL in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia $20 Advance Tickets @ Also Available On Line at Bellegrove.org $25 at the Gate - No Pets Please

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Easter Traditions started with the Germans! Learn about the beginning of The Easter Rabbit, Easter Eggs and Much More! $2 per person. Tuesday April 14th Historical Tours Resume Tues-Sat 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, Sun., 2pm-5pm Adults $3, Seniors $2, ages 6-12 $1, under 6 free!

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Antiques • Flea Markets 4 231 32 216 145 145 216 59 11 41

Antique Crossroads . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Bunker Hill Antiques Assoc. . . . . . . 47 Hancock Antique Mall . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Kingfish Antiques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 New Oxford Antique Center . . . . . . 22 New Oxford Antique Dealers Assoc.22 North Mountain Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Old Glory Antiques . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Rocky Ridge Collectibles . . . . . . . . . 35 Valley Antiques & Uniques. . . . . . . . 5

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Campgrounds 34 67 131

Antietam Hagerstown KOA . . . . . . 10 Ole Mink Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Whispering Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

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Entertainment • Dancing 222 114 1 227 148

Bavarian Inn’s Rathskeller . . . . . . . 4 Carlisle Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Maryland Symphony Orchestra . . . 13 Old Opera House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Totem Pole Playhouse . . . . . . . . . . . 12

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Festivals • Shows • Tours 37 146 100 16 208 227 338 326 128 212

AAWU Used Book Sale . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Adams Co. Apple Blossom Festival . 3 Franklin County CVB . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Hager House German Easter Tours 5 Heritage Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 House & Garden Tour . . . . . . . . . . . 41 New Market Walking Tours . . . . . . . 3 Of Ale and History Beer Festival . . . 5 Pennsylvania Herb Festival. . . . . . . 27 West Virginia Wine & Arts Festival 43

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North Mountain Arts . . . . . . . . . . . 44 P. Buckley Moss Museum. . . . . . . . . 48 Queen St. Gallery/WV Glass . . . . . . 46

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Country Time Treasures . . . . . . . . . 26 Drying Shed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Hedgesville Shops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Koonys Barn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Lehmans Mill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Miller’s Farmstead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Olympia Candy Kitchen . . . . . . . . . . 3 The Olde Red Barn . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Persnickity Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Primitive House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Violets & More . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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Motels/Hotels/B&B/Lodging 222 216 3 223 216

Bavarian Inn & Lodge . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Cider Mill B&B. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Hampton Inn, Hagerstown . . . . . . . 36 Quality Hotel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 The Woods Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

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Orchards/Farm Markets/Nurseries 131 11 149

Alloway Creek Garden & Herbs . . . 22 Martins Farm Market . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Willow Pond Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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Bryce Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Charles Town Racetrack. . . . . . . . . . 9 Jefferson Co. CVB . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-25 John Brown’s Raid . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-25 Martinsburg CVB . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44-47 The Woods Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

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David James Homes. . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Lindal Cedar Images . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Swirly Curls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

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Esh’s Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Greencastle Coffee Roasters . . . . . . 48 Good Natured . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Linda’s Stuff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 GranTops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

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For fuss free camping, just relax, have fun with good friends & enjoy great food. Memories are made here!

Great place to hold Company picnics, birthdays, bridal & baby showers, rehearsal dinners, we do catering. I-81 Maryland Exit 2, US 11 south Maryland 63 north or I-70 Exit 24, Maryland 63 south, Scenic drive follow signs on Kemps Mill Road.

At Antietam Hagerstown KOA we invite you to enjoy the scenery of the Conococheaque Creek, rent a canoe or kayak and bring your fishing pole & license! Enjoy a great meal made in Mables Creekside Café, from pizza and sub night to “sure to fill you up” breakfast in Saturdays & Sundays. Our Saturday Night dinners range from Homemade Maryland Crab Cakes, Parmesan Trout, Fried Shrimp to mouthwatering BBQ Chicken & Ribs. Free Cable TV & Wi-Fi.

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Capito l Theatre

Theatre

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159 Main St., Chambersburg, PA

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

717/258-0666 www.carlisletheatre.org Cumberland Theatre 101 N. Jackson St., Cumberland, MD

301/759-4990 cumberlandtheatre.com The Luhrs Center H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center Shippensburg University 1871 Old Main Drive,Shippensburg, PA

717/477 SHOW (7469) Maryland Ensemble Theater

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

301/694-4744 marylandensemble.org Maryland Symphony 13 S. Potomac St.,Hagerstown, MD

301/797-4000 www.marylandsymphony.org Maryland Theatre 21 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD

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

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

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

540/665-4569 Totem Pole Playhouse

MasterWorks V Saturday, April 25, 2009 8:00 pm Sunday, April 26, 2009 3:00 pm A SYMPHONIC SPACE ODYSSEY The Planets featuring the Hood College Choir NIELSEN Helios Overture HOLST The Planets DEBUSSY Claire de Lune WILLIAMS Star Wars Theme HOLST The Planets

301-797-4000

www.marylandsymphony.org

9555 Golf Course Rd., Fayetteville, PA

888/805-7056 or 717/352-2164 www.totempoleplayhouse.org Washington Co. Playhouse 44 N. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD

301/739-7469 Wayside Theatre

7853 Main St., Middletown, VA

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

44 W. High St. Carlisle, PA

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

Saturday, April 18, 2009 at 8:00pm

20 W. Patrick St., Frederick, MD

315 W. Boscawen St., Winchester, VA

540/662-3331 www.wltonline.org

Capitol Steps (Political Satire) Sponsored by R.S. Mowery

Saturday, May 9, 2009 at 8:00pm 204 North George St. Historic Charles Town, WV

May 15-24, 2009

The Fabulous Hubcaps (Classic Rock-N-Roll)

Fridays & Saturdays at 8 p.m. Sunday matinees at 2:30 p.m.

Leading Ladies by Ken Ludwig

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TOTEM POLE PLAYHOUSE ... 9555 Golf Course Rd., Fayetteville, PA. Buy subscription packages or individual tickets before May 1 and save. www.TotemPolePlayhouse.org. 888/8057056. See ad on page 12. YEAR ROUND VOLKSWALK ... 9 am-5 pm, Meet at McDonald’s, 1706 Ridgeside Dr., Mt. Airy, MD. 301/829-3685. YEAR ROUND VOLKSWALK ... 9 am-5 pm, The Inn at Norwood, 7514 Norwood Ave., Sykesville, MD. 410/871-9464. NEW MARKET WALKING TOURS ... 10:30 am departure daily (except Sun. & Mon.), 9317 N. Congress St., New Market, VA. A historian in 1860s dress presents eyewitness accounts and folklore of the Shenandoah Valley. $10/adult, $5/child. 540/740-3747. See ad on page 3. YOUNG ARTISTS SUMMER WORKSHOPS ENROLLMENT OPEN ... The Arts Centre, 300 W. King St., Martinsburg, WV. Classes will be held Mon.-Fri. from 9 am-3 pm starting June 8. Call or email now to enroll. 304/263-0224. ... every Sun and Wed WESTERN MD RAILWAY MUSEUM ... 1-4 pm Sun., 9 am-12 noon & 1-3 pm Wed., 41 N. Main St., Union Bridge, MD. Memorabilia, archives, pictures and model layouts. 410/775-0150. ... every Monday SWEET ADELINES CHORUS ... 7 pm, St. Paul United Methodist Church, 750 Norland Ave., Chambersburg, PA. Women of all ages are invited to sample 4-part harmony singing, barbershop style. 717/709-0179. MASON DIXON BARBERSHOP CHORUS REHEARSAL ... 7:30 pm, Haven Lutheran Church, 1035 Haven Rd., Hagerstown, MD. Men of all ages are invited to sample 4-part harmony singing. 301/790-3178. ... every Tuesday INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR ... 10 am-1 pm, Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, Hagerstown (MD) City Park, Virginia Ave. at Park Circle. Class is for teens and adults with previous watercolor experience who wish to continue exploring new techniques and approaches in this challenging medium. Meets every Tues.

April 21- May 26. Fee. www.washcomuseum.org. 301/739-5727. SUNSET SCRAMBLE BIKE RIDE ... 6:30 pm, Heritage Rail Trail County Park, York, PA. Enjoy a 12-15 mile moderate bike ride beginning at Indian Rock Elementary. 717/840-7440. PIANO & POETRY ... 6:30-9 pm, Port City Java, Long Maeadow Shopping Center, 1551 Potomac Ave., Hagerstown, MD. Hear talented local poets & musicians. www.mdparty.com. 301/790-5040. THE BELLES OF BERKELEY SHOW CHORUS ... 6:45-9:15 pm, Trinity Episcopal Church, 200 W. King St., Martinsburg, WV. Women’s barbershop chorus rehearsal. Women are invited to enjoy 4-part, a’capella singing. 304/267-4796. LUNAR ODYSSEY ... 7 pm, William M. Brish Planetarium, Washington County Board of Education, 820 Commonwealth Ave., Hagerstown, MD. Tour of Moon in a simulated trip. Program runs April 7-28. Admission. 301/766-2898. ... every Wednesday BEGINNER’S WATERCOLOR ... 10 am-1 pm, Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, Hagerstown (MD) City Park, Virginia Ave. at Park Circle. Learn the basics of watercolor. Every Wed. April 22-May 27. Fee. www.washcomuseum. org. 301/739-5727. PAINTING WITH OIL ... 5:30-8:30 pm, Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, Hagerstown (MD) City Park, Virginia Ave. at Park Circle. Meets every Wed. April 8-May 27. Fee. www.washcomuseum.org. 301/739-5727. HAGERSTOWN TOASTMASTERS CLUB ... 7-8 pm, Washington Co. Free Library, 100 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD. Need to brush up on your public speaking skills in a fun, non-judgmental aμnd encouraging environment? We meet every 2nd and 4th Wed. 301/988-3252. ... every Wed and Fri SHERMAN-FISHER-SHELLMAN HOUSE TOURS ... 1 & 2 pm, 206 E. Main St., Westminster, MD. Historical Society of Carroll County 200 Year Old Sherman-Fisher-Shellman House docent-led tours. Other group tours may be arranged by appointment by calling the Society at 410/848-6494. ... every Thursday DRAWING WITH PEN & INK ... 6:30-8:30 pm, Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, Hagerstown (MD) City Park, Virginia Ave. at Park Circle. Learn to draw with traditional pen and ink. Meets every Thurs. April 16-May 21. Fee. www.washcomuseum.org. 301/739-5727.

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JAMMING WITH TOMMY & FRIENDS ... 6:309:30 pm, Port City Java, Long Meadow Shopping Center, 1551 Potomac Ave., Hagerstown, MD. Local musicians jam & perform. www.mdparty. com. 301/790-5040. FAMILY STORY TIME ... 7-7:30 pm, Washington County Free Library, 100 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD. Stories for the whole family. Free. 301/739-3250. ... every Friday BLUEGRASS JAMS ... 7 pm, Beck & Benedict Hardware, 118 Walnut St., Waynesboro, PA. $3/person. 717/762-4711. SPIRIT TOURS ... 7 pm & 8 pm, Schifferstadt Architectural Museum, 1110 Rosemont Ave., Frederick, MD. Evening tours of Schifferstadt’s unexplained phenomena. Child-friendly tours every Fri. beginning April 11. 800/999-3613. NEW MUSICAL ARTISTS’ SHOWCASE ... 7-10 pm, Port City Java, Long Meadow Shopping Center, 1551 Potomac Ave., Hagerstown, MD. Three different artists in 45-minute sets. Featuring newer artists in the musical community, every other Fri. www.mdparty.com. 301/790-5040. JAMMING WITH TOMMY LANCASTER ... 7-10 pm, Port City Java, Long Meadow Shopping Center, 1551 Potomac Ave., Hagerstown, MD. Folk, rock, blues musicians of all ages welcomeevery other Fri. www.mdparty.com. 301/790-5040. MIDNIGHT IN THE ORPHANAGE ... 10:45 pm, Ghostly Images of Gettysburg, 777 Baltimore St., Gettysburg, PA. Tour the cellar of an orphanage

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Winchester-Frederick County Visitors Center 1360 S. Pleasant Valley Rd. Winchester. Maps, attractions, events restaurant, lodging and shopping information. Open daily 9-5. Closed major holidays. 540/542-1326. Toll-free 877/871-1326. www.VisitWinchesterVA.com. Winchester & Frederick County is home to the world famous Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival, held each spring & the Apple Harvest Festival, held the third weekend in September. State Arboretum of Virginia 9 mi. E of Winchester on U.S. 50. Educational workshops, recreation, driving tours of the Arboretum & Blandy Experimental Farm. Open dawn to dusk year-round. Free. 540/837-1758. Abrams Delight 1340 Pleasant Valley Rd., off Rt. 50 E, Winchester. Built in 1754 by an early settler, Isaac Hollingsworth. Restored & refinished in Early American period. Open April-Oct. Mon-Sat 10-4, Sun 12-4. Admission. 540-662-6519. Long Branch E of Winchester on U.S. 50 on Va. Rt. 624. Federal Georgian mansion museum (c. 1811) filled with period furniture, silver, china & Oriental carpets. A Duncan Phyfe dining table and 12 Hepplewhite chairs identical to another dozen used in the White House. Open Sat. & Sun. 12-4. April-Oct. Admission. 540/837-1856. Sheridan’s Headquarters Corner of Piccadilly & Braddock Sts., Winchester. Gen. Sheridan began his famous ride in 1864 to Cedar Creek Battlefield here, then rallied his retreating army and drove the Confederates from the field. Stonewall Jackson’s Headquarters N. Braddock St.Winchester, VA. During the winter of 1861-62 General Jackson & his staff occupied this house — now a museum. April-Oct. - 10-4 daily. Nov-March - Fri & Sat 10-4, Sun. 12-4. Admission. 540/667-3242. Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum 54 S. Loudoun St., Old Town Mall, Winchester. Hands-on, interactive discovery museum for families. Climbing-wall, simple machines, natural history center, fully equipped emergency room clinic, dinosaur prep lab, new Paleontology exhibit. Open 9-5 Tues.-Sat., 15 Sun. Admission $5. 540/722-2020. Old Court House Civil War Museum Built in 1840, the courthouse served as a prison and hospital to both Northern and Southern troops. Today it stands as a “Witness to War”…a historic building with soldiers’ graffiti and an extensive relic collection. Winchester’s downtown walking mall. Open Fri. & Sat. 10:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M., Sun. 1:00-5:00, Tours also available by special appt, (540) 542-1145 www.civilwarmuseum.org Skyline Caverns Largest and only developed cavern in Warren Co., VA & one of only a few places on earth where delicate & unique formations known as Anthodites are on display. 800/296-4545. Waterford 7 mi. NW of Leesburg on Rt. 698. Restored Quaker village dating back to 1733. The famed 3-day annual Home Tour and Crafts exhibits and displays of the treasured works of local artisans is held the first full weekend in October. The Warren Rifles Confederate Museum 95 Chester St., Front Royal. Memorial to the men and women who served the cause of States’ Rights, 1861-65. Relics and records of the War Between the States. Daily April 15-Oct. 31, 9-4. $2 Admission, children under 12 free. 540/636-6982 or 635-2219.

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Loudoun Museum/Information Center 16 W. Loudoun St., Leesburg. 130-year-old building next to a restored log cabin (c. 1767). 200 years of local history and slide presentation. Starting point of the walking tour of historic Leesburg. Daily 10-5; Sun. 1-5. $1 Admission. 703/777-7427. Ball’s Bluff National Cemetery Two mi. N of Leesburg off Rt. 15 bypass on Rt. 837. Site of the only major battle of the Civil War in Loudoun Co. Open daylight til dark. Morven Park Two miles north of Leesburg on Rt. 698. Historic 1,200-acre estate of the late Virginia Governor & Mrs. Westmoreland Davis. America’s foremost antique carriage collection, Governor’s Mansion, boxwood gardens, and the international Equestrian Institute. Open April-Oct., Tues.-Fri. 12-4:30, Sat. 10-5, & Sun. 1-5, closed Mon. (except holidays). Limited hours in Nov. & Dec. Admission. 301/777-2414. Oatlands Six mi. S of Leesburg in the heart of Hunt Co. Once the center of a thriving acre plantation. Boxwood, magnolias & a gazebo tea-house grace the formal gardens. Built in 1800-1803 by George Carter. AprilDec., Mon.-Sat. 10-4:30; Sun. 1-4:30. Admission. 703/777-3174. St. Thomas Chapel Trust Middletown. Original Chapel built 1834, patterned after York Cathedral in England, as an interdenominational place of worship. Shenandoah Caverns Just two minutes off I-81, Exit 269, 4 miles north of New Market, VA. A natural phenomena of limestone formations, discovered in 1884 and opened to the public in 1922. Open year round, guided tours every 20 min. 540/477-3115. Middletown Home of the Wayside Theatre, VA’s 2nd oldest professional theatre co., producing an 8-play season of recent Broadway hits from MayDec. Also home of Wayside Inn, hotel/restaurant since 1797. 800/951-1776. Belle Grove In the Cedar Creek Battlefield one mi. S of Middletown off U.S. 11. Built in 1794 by Revolutionary War Office, served as Sheridan’s northern headquarters during the Civil War. Tours run midMarch thru mid-Nov., 10:15 to 3:15 daily; Sunday 1:15 to 4:15. Admission, Group rates. New Market Battlefield Commemorating the clash in spring of 1864 when 6,000 Federals fought 4,500 Confederates for possession of the Shenandoah Valley. Admission ticket includes Battlefield, Hall of Valor Museum, and Bushong Farm. 540/740-3101. Open daily 9-5. Berryville County seat of Clarke County, formerly named “Battle Town,” is rich in historical lore. “Audley,” the colonial estate home of Nellie Parke Custis, ward of George Washington who was married to his nephew, lived here. Clarke County Historical Society Museum In the Old Court House (c. 1839), S. Church St., Berryville. Open Wed. & Sat. 2-4:30. Historical exhibits include Lord Fairfax’s clock & strongbox, & copies of the Clarke Courier newspaper from 1869 available on microfilm. Strasburg Museum The Strasburg Museum exhibits authentic 18th, 19th, and early 20th century articles of local life. The collection includes blacksmith and carpenter’s tools, three furnished Victorian rooms, a country store, the Civil War, farming, photographs, reading materials and much more. Open 7 days a week from 10-4, from MayOct. Admission. 540/465-5570. Veramar Vineyard 905 Quarry Road, Berryville, VA. Situated on a private 100-acre estate in the heart of Northern Virginia Hunt County. A small, family-run winery dedicated to producing naturally dry, full-bodied wines. Open Thurs - Mon 10-5 For more information, call Veramar Vineyard 540/955-5510 or go online at www.veramar.com. Frontier Culture Museum Visit Europe and America’s past at four different historic farms moved from their country of origin and reconstructed at the museum site in Staunton, VA. See the rare & minor breed animals, walk through the authentic gardens, help harvest period crops and watch a blacksmith at work. Open daily 9-5. Winter hours Dec. 1 - MidMarch 10-4. Admission. 540/332-7850. THE Calendar MAGAZINE

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town (G-3). Family dining and homestyle cooking. Serving breakfast, lunch & dinner. Tues.-Thurs. 6am-7pm, Fri. & Sat. 6am-8pm, Closed Sun. & Mon. 717/3595328. See ad on this page.

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bottstown (H-2). German-American cuisine. Open Mon. 11-9, Tue.-Thur. 11-2:30 & 5-9, Fri. & Sat. 11-9:30, Sun. noon-7:30. Sauerbraten, Wiener Schnitzel, Rouladen, Kassler Rippchen, Steaks & Seafood. Party & Banquet facilities. Credit cards accepted. 717/259-9641. See ad on this page.

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RANT – Thurmont (G-3) & Waynesboro, PA. Family restaurant with home-cooked daily specials. Daily Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Buffets. Special Weekend Buffet. Full menu available. Breakfast always available. Off premise catering available. Dessert Bar. Homemade wholesomeness. Gift Shop. Collectors Baskets. Fresh Baked Pies. Candy. Carry-out deli. No alcohol. Banquets & parties. 301/271-4373 Thurmont location or 717/765-6772 Waynesboro, PA location. See ad on page 27.

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RANT - Waynesboro (F-3). Upscale Cuisine in an atmosphere of casual elegance. Serving lunch and dinner in three intimate, periodappointed dining rooms & a twelve-seat, fullservice tavern. Open every day except Tues., 11-9:30pm. Reservations Recommended. 717/762-7020. www.1912hooverhouse.com. 112 MARKET CROSS PUBS - Shippens-

burg & Carlisle (F-2) (G-1). Serving English114 American Lunch & Dinner Daily. Experience

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Shawnee State Park W of Bedford on U.S. 30. Named after the Shawnee Indians, this 3,800-acre park includes a 451-acre lake. 335 campsites, fishing, swimming, boating, hiking, hunting, snowmobiling, and picnicking. Open yearround. Gravity Hill Located west of Rt. 96 near New Paris, PA. Defy gravity at this remote spot in Bedford County. Water runs uphill … cars roll uphill … it really works! Difficult to find unless you have detailed directions. The Bedford Co.Visitors Bureau will send a free map and brochure – Call 1-800-765-3331. Lake Gordon & Koon Lake Located E of U.S. 200 S of Bedford in the Centerville area. A real mecca for fishermen. Espy House Built in 1771, served as Washington’s Headquarters in the fall of 1794 during the Whiskey Rebellion. The only remaining building in existence on its original site, occupied by Gen. Arthur St. Clair, President of the Continental Congress & first Governor of the Northwest Territory. Anderson House 137 Pitt St., Bedford. Built in 1814 by Dr. John Anderson, a portion was used for his office & in 1815, converted one-half of the house into a bank, whose original vault can still be viewed. The Chamber of Commerce now occupies part of the house. 800/7653331, ext. 220. Breezewood Located at the #12 interchange of the Pa. Turnpike, I70 and U.S. 30. Nearby areas offer a wide variety of recreational areas. Fulton House One hundred block of Lincoln Way E, McConnellsburg. A former stagecoach inn, c. 1793. Restored in 1976, today houses offices of the borough of McConnellsburg and the Fulton Co.Historical Society open for special events or by appointment. 717/4853172. Burnt Cabins Grist Mill One of the oldest mills in the County dating back to 1750, and the only grist mill still operated by a waterpowered overshot wooden water wheel. McConnellsburg The County seat of Fulton County. at the junction of the Lincoln Highway Rt. 30, and US Rt. 522. Established in 1786 and filled with historic structures from the late 18th century. 717/485-4064. Fort Loudoun Historic Revolutionary War Fort ruins mark the site of the first Colonial uprising against British military rule in 1767. Ramps Bridge Also known as Failors Mill Bridge, one mile west of Newburg (off Rt. 641) on Covered Bridge Road. Built in 1882, it is the only such structure remaining on its original site in Cumberland Co. Red Bridge The covered bridge just south of Mercersburg on Rt. 416 was built in 1883 and is still in daily use. Mercersburg Home of the famed Mercersburg Academy, a private school whose campus is home to the log cabin birthplace of James Buchanan, the only native Pennsylvanian to become President of the United States.

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Cowans Gap State Park Located 9 mi. NE of McConnellsburg. Over 1,300 acres includes a 42-acre lake for swimming, fishing, and boating, 232 campsites, 10 rental cabins, and scores of private cabins. Robert Kennedy Memorial Presbyterian Church Organized in 1741 at Welsh Run, SE of Mercers-burg on Rt. 416, one of the oldest churches in the Cumberland Valley. Greencastle Established in 1782, historical events include President Washington’s visit during the Whiskey Rebellion, and John Brown’s stay while working on plans for the Harpers Ferry Raid. Firemen’s Display Greencastle. The Rescue Hose Company displays the nation’s oldest workable fire engine built in 1741 and other early firefighting equipment. The Johnston Home Greencastle. Built in the late 1700’s by Dr. Robert Johnston, Surgeon-General during the Revolution. George Washington slept here during a visit at the time of the Whiskey Rebellion. Mason-Dixon Crown-Stone Marker Located S of Greencastle. Charles Mason and Jeremiah Dixon surveyed and marked the line between Md. and Pa. in 1765, placing stone markers at onemile intervals, with every fifth mile marked by a CrownStone. This 105th milestone, is one of the few remaining left. Enoch Brown Park Just N of Greencastle. Massacre site of Enoch Brown, pioneer schoolteacher, and his ten pupils during the uprising of the Pontiac Indians in 1764. Martin’s Mill Covered Bridge Greencastle. One mi. W of Greencastle. The original bridge, built in 1849, crosses the Conococheague Creek. The bridge is 205 ft. long and approx. 28 ft. wide. Brown’s Mill Graveyard Near Greencastle. Monument built to the memory of Revolutionary War heroes pays tribute to the men who fought for independence. Corporal Rihl Monument Greencastle. Corporal William Rihl of the First New York Cavalry was the first union soldier killed on Free Soil in the Civil War, June 22, 1863. Brown’s Mill School Just N of Greencastle, E of U.S. 11. A complete furnished example of a country schoolhouse. Waynesboro Dates back to 1749. Located nearby is the Snow-Hill Nunnery with the cloistered buildings intact as they were used by the 7th-Day Baptists. Toll Gate House 323 E. Main St. Waynesboro. Built between 1844 and 1853. Now serves as the office for the Franklin County Chapter of the American Red Cross. A.T.H. & L. Museum S. Potomac St., Waynesboro. Contains approximately 150 pieces of Fire Company Memorabilia dating back to 1880. Free. Oller House 138 W. Main Street, Waynesboro PA 17268. Tour: Queen Anne-style home donated by industrialist J.F. Oller Family. Houses the Waynesboro Historical Society and area genealogy library and information. Call 717.762.1747

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Renfrew Museum and Park Rt. 16, East of Waynesboro. 107-acre park along the Antietam Creek, features a Pennsylvania-German farmstead, an extensive collection of John Bell Pottery, and features Nicodemus collection of American decorative arts. Open late April-late Oct. Open Tues-Sun, 12-4pm. Admission. 717/762-4723 Penn State’s Mont Alto Campus Location of the first Episcopal Chapel built in the area. Abolitionist John Brown taught Sunday School here prior to his ill-fated Harpers Ferry raid. Also the site where over 500 iron workers once toiled at the Mont Alto Furnaces. Chambersburg The County Seat of Franklin Co. Occupied by Southern forces three times during the Civil War. The last time ended in the burning of the city in 1864 for refusing to pay ransom of $100,000 in gold. The Chambersburg Heritage Center Located on the square at 100 Lincoln Way East, Chambersburg. Open Monday - Friday 8am 5pm, and Saturday 10am - 2pm. An interpretive center dedicated to over 200 years of Franklin County History. Topics include: Frontier, Architecture, Underground Railroad, Civil War Invasions and Raids, and Transportation. 717/264-7101. Wilson College Chambersburg. One of the nation’s oldest four-year liberal arts colleges for women. In 1982 the college established its Continuing Studies Division to serve both men and women. The 300-acre Wilson campus is open to the public. Chambersburg Volunteer Firemen’s Museum 441 Broad St., in the former quarters of the Cumberland Valley Hose Co. #5. Displays of historic pumpers, uniforms, artifacts, and photographs. Open May-Oct. Fire Prevention Week. Sat. 1-9 p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m. Free. 717/263-1049 (evenings). The Old Jailhouse 175 E. King St., Chambersburg, at N. Second St. (U.S. 11N). An 1818 jail complex, restored and renovated houses the Kittochtinny Historical Society’s Museum and Library. Hours vary. 717/264-1667. Caledonia State Park Between Chambersburg and Gettysburg, 1,444 acres in Franklin and Adams Co. astride U.S. 30. Golf, swim, picnic, camp or enjoy entertainment at the Totem Pole Playhouse Summer Theatre. Thaddeus Stevens blacksmith shop, c. 1830, now operates as a museum. Historic Round Barn Franklin township between Cashtown and Arendtsville, a short distance N of U.S. 30 W of Gettysburg. Built in 1914 by Noah Sheely, Adams County’s first commercial orchardist. Biglerville N of Gettysburg on Rt. 34. Known for its old general store of yesterday and days gone by. Gettysburg Site of the Battle of Gettysburg. The County Seat of Adams County. Site of Lutheran Theological Seminary founded in 1826, and Gettysburg College established in 1832. Site of the Battle of Gettysburg fought in July 1863 and the Civil War battlefield where President Lincoln delivered his famous GettysburgAddress Nov. 19, 1863.

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Eisenhower National Historic Site 97 Taneytown Rd., Gettysburg. The only home ever owned by General Dwight D. Eisenhower and his wife, Mamie. Originally furnished home, 1887 Pennsylvania bank barn. Tours offered daily, Junior Secret Service program for children 7-12. Admission. Open daily 9-4. 717/338-9114. Cashtown Inn 1325 Old Rt. 30, Cashtown. 1797 stagecoach stop. Confederate headquarters for Battle of Gettysburg. Seen in the movie, Gettysburg. Open Tue.-Sun offering lodging and dining. 717/334-9722. Cumberland County Historical Society and Hamilton Library Association 21 N. Pitt St., Carlisle. Open Mon. 7-9 p.m., Tues.-Fri. 1-4 p.m. 5,500 books and monographs relating to regional history as well as the oldest American-made printing press, Schimmel & Mountz woodcarvings, Jim Thorpe photos and more. Free. Carlisle The County Seat of Cumberland County. Carlisle named for Carlisle, England, was laid out in 1751 following the same pattern of its namesake. Home of three signers of the Declaration of Independence and Carlisle Barracks, second oldest army post in the United States, and Molly Pitcher of Revolutionary War fame. The Neas House 113 W. Chestnut St., Hanover. An elegant Federal-style mansion, circa 1783. One of the first all brick buildings in the town; it once was the home of Hanover’s first Burgess. There are 7 rooms, 2 halls and a kitchen. The home is furnishings are circa 1815, the year the original owner and his wife died. Admission also provides entrance to the Warehime-Myers Mansion. Tours available Sat Noon-3:15. Special tours are available – 717 637 6413 or 717 632 3207. The Warehime-Myers Mansion 305 Baltimore St., Hanover. A Neo-Classic structure, circa 1911. One of Hanover’s twin mansions built by the Hanover Shoe Co. for the co-owners. It has 17 room, 2 large halls, a carriage house and an expansive lawn with a wide variety of trees, identified by ‘common and botanical’ names. It remained in the family until 1996 when J. William Warehime purchased it. He donated it the Hanover Area Historical Society in 2007. The furnishings are eclectic, some from each of the former owners. Admission also provides entrance to the Neas House. Tours available Wed. 10-3:15 & Sat Noon-3:15. Special tours are available – 717 637 6413 or 717 632 3207. The Little Red Schoolhouse On the campus of Shippensburg University. Built in 1865 and moved brick-by-brick to its present site in 1969. Visit by special appt. through the Univ. Alumni Office. 717/477-1218. Strawberry Hill Nature Center 3 mi. W of Fairfield on Mt. Hope Rd. 609 acre non-profit preserve with wildlife, woodlands, ponds, and streams to explore on more than 10 miles of blazed trails. Nature Center open 9-4 Mon - Fri. Trails open dawn-dusk daily. Free. 717/642-5840. Conococheague Institute for the Study of Cultural Heritage Located in the shadows of Whitetail Ski Resort, 1-1/2 miles SW of Rts. 995 & 416. Home of the original Welsh settlement, 1730s, f.f. Scotch-Irish & German settlers. Frontier forts of French & Indian War era. History/genealogy research library. Tours available. Grounds open daylight hours year round. Buildings open by appointment Thurs. 2 - 7, Sat. 9 - 2. 717/3283467, 328-9856, or 717-597-8807. email:mhartman@ innernet.\netwww.geocities.com/welshrunpa

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MARYLAND AND THE CIVIL WAR: A REGIONAL PERSPECTIVE ... 9 am-3 pm, Carroll Community College, 1601 Washington Rd., Westminster, MD. An all-day event focusing on aspects of Maryland’s Civil War history. Continental breakfast and lunch included in admission. Fee. 410/386-8100 or 410/848-6494. BELLE GROVE PLANTATION OPENING DAY ... 10 am-4 pm, 336 Belle Grove Rd., Middletown, VA. 540/869-2028. ARTILLERY DEMONSTRATIONS ... 10:30 am, 1 pm & 3 pm, Gathland State Park, Near Burkittsville (MD) at Crampton’s Gap. Bell and History Days. South Mountain battlefield’s artillery detachment will conduct artillery demonstrations. Free and open to the public. 301/6004042. FIRE AND WINE ... 11 am-6 pm, Hauser Estate Winery, 410 Cashtown Rd., Biglerville, PA. Burning of the grape vine trimmings, a Winery tradition. Enjoy food, live music and fun. Music from 3-6 pm and bonfire at 6 pm. 717/334-4888. THOMAS PANDOLFI CONCERT ... 7 pm, Cross Keys Village, The Brethren Home Community, Nicarry Meetinghouse, 2990 Carlisle Pike, New Oxford, PA. Piano concert. www.crosskeysvillage. org. 717/624-5203. LADIES ONLY NIGHT AT THE WINERY ... 7-9 pm, Veramar Vineyard, 905 Quarry Rd., Berryville, VA. Enjoy wine and appetizers. $15/person, includes tasting, appetizers and music. Reservations required. 540/955-5510. SIDE STREET STRUTTERS ... 7:30 pm, Westminster (MD) High School, 1225 Washington Rd. 7-piece band with New Orleans style repertoire. Admission. 410/848-7123. COMMON GROUND ON THE HILL ROOTS MUSIC CONCERT SERIES ... 8 pm, Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main St,. Westminster, MD. Carolina Star: Bluegrass Legends John Starling, Mike Auldridge, Tom Gray, Ricky Simpkins & Jimmy Gudreau. Admission. 410/857-2771.

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DAVID SEDARIS ... 8 pm, Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick, MD. Spend the evening with one of America’s best-loved humorists. Book signing to follow. Admission. 301/600-2828. Sat, Sun, April 4 & 5 LIVING HISTORY PROGRAMS ... Gettysburg (PA) National Military Park. Confederate Military Forces program at Pitzer Woods and 28th Pennsylvania Infantry program at Spangler Spring. 717/334-1124. BELL AND HISTORY DAYS ... Annual selfguided event in Frederick County, MD. Features historic roads, rails, trails, canals and trolleys. Opens with 10 am ringing of bells. 800/999-3613. CARROLL COUNTY HOME SHOW ... 9 am-5 pm Sat., 11 am-4 pm Sun., Agriculture Center, 700Agriculture Center Dr., Westminster, MD. Products and services for the home and garden. Admission. 410/751-5914. GARRISON WEEKEND ... 10 am-4 pm, Fort Frederick State Park, Big Pool, MD. Members of the 1st Virginia will garrison the fort and demonstrate the life of Continental soldiers during the Revolutionary War. 301/842-2155. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF CIVIL WAR MEDICINE ... 10 am-5 pm Sat., 11 am-5 pm Sun., 48 E. Patrick St., Frederick, MD. Frederick Bell & History Days. Visit two floors of galleries and learn how the nation still benefits from innovations from the Civil War era. 301/695-1864. Sunday, April 5 CLOSING DEADLINE ... for the Calendar of Events in May’s VR. Space available on a first-come basis FREE to area groups, clubs and organizations and our advertisers planning a special event open to the public. Send details (date, time, place, directions, costs, sponsor, contact phone number and/or website) to: VR, 223 N. Prospect St., Suite 203, Hagerstown, MD 21740. CWPT PARK DAY ... 9 am-3 pm, Antietam National Battlefield, 18906 Shepherdstown Pike, between Sharpsburg and Keedysville, MD. Participate in Civil War Preservation Trust’s Park Day at the Pry House. Museum will sponsor a spring cleaning and garden preparation day. 301/695-1864. Cont. on page 32

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Modern dining in a delightful Colonial atmosphere. Famous for sizzling steaks, prime rib & seafood. Open daily except Sun. Lunch 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Dinner Mon.-Fri. 5-10 p.m.; Sat 4:30-10:30 p.m. Cocktails. Major credit cards. 301/7338560. 16 CHIC’S RESTAURANT & CARRY OUT - Hagerstown (F-3). Serving Hagerstown and the tri-state area with the finest seafood available. Look for the Big Crab. Sun.-Thur. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri. & Sat. 9 a.m.10:30 p.m. Major credit cards accepted. Call ahead for faster service, 301/7398220. See ad on this page. 65 MOUNTAIN GATE FAMILY RESTAURANT – Thurmont (G-3 & Waynesboro, PA. Family restaurant with home-cooked daily specials. Full menu available. Offpremise catering. Dessert Bar. Gift Shop. Collectors Baskets. Fresh Baked Pies. Candy. Carry-out deli. 301/271-4373 Thurmont location or

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Historic Frostburg US 40 Alt, Frostburg. 19th century homes, churches and commercial buildings line Main Street. Self-guided walking tour. Free. Frostburg Museum Hill & Oak Streets, Frostburg. 1899 school building with local history displays, memorabilia of Frostburg – its area and people. Tues-Sat noon til 5. Free – donations accepted. 301/689-1195. Thrasher Carriage Museum 19 Depot St., Frostburg, features horse-drawn vehicles from delivery wagons to Vanderbilt sleighs. 301/689-3380. Admission. Queen City Transportation Museum, 210 S. Centre St., Cumberland, features a National Road exhibit from a Conestoga Wagon to a Model T. 301/777-1776. Admission. Spruce Forest Artisan Village On U.S. Rt. 40, east of Grantsville, nestled between Penn Alps Restaurant and Craft Shop and the 1813 Casselman Bridge. Village features working artisans inside authentic and historic log cabins, Bear Hill School and plankhouses. Buildings date back to pre-Revolutionary War era. Open year round, Mon.-Sat., 10-5. Various festivals and music concerts throughout the year. Free. 301/895-3332. Casselman River Bridge Grantsville. The bridge was erected in 1813. Its 80-foot span was the longest single-span bridge in America at that time. Skeptics felt that the elongated stone arch would collapse once the supporting timbers were removed. However, the bridge stood and served as a major link along the National Road from 1813 to 1933. Open daily. Free. The Castle 15925 Mt. Savage Rd., Mt. Savage. Turn-ofthe-century industrialist Andrew Ramsey built this castle to resemble the “Craig Castle” in Scotland. This incredible home with period furnishings is currently a Bed and Breakfast. Tours by appointment only. 301/264-4645. Evergreen Museum 15603 Trimble Rd., NW, Mt. Savage. 200 years of history including period furniture and books from the Trimble library, maps, letters and deeds from the late 1700’s and a 5-ft. long dollhouse replica of the 3-story Evergreen House. Walk on the mile-long trail used to haul coal during WWI. 301/264-4106. The Narrows & Lover’s Leap The Cumberland Narrows, is a spectacular break in the Allegheny Mountains with vertical rock walls rising more than 800 ft. above Wills Creek, U.S. 40 and the main line of the CSX Railroad. Gordon-Roberts House 218 Washington St., Cumberland’s National Register Historic District. Constructed in 1867 for Josiah Hance Gordon, a prominent Cumberland attorney and President of the C&O Canal. In 1889 the W. Milnor Roberts family purchased the house and lived in it for over sixty years. Open year round, Tues.-Sat. 10-5. Tours on the hour, last one at 4. Admission. 301/777-8678. George Washington’s Headquarters Greene St., Riverside Park, Cumberland. Only remnant of Fort Cumberland, circa 1755. Historic St. Patrick & SS. Peter & Paul Cemeteries 125 Fayette St., Cumberland. Historic gravesites of Union & Confederate soldiers, local slaves, Catholic Friars, and the Shrine of Pieta. 301/722-4624, Ed Taylor, Jr. for tour.

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Rose Hill Cemetery 535 Fayette St., Cumberland. Cumberland area historic cemeteries and monuments erected and restored by Cumberland Historic Cemetery Organization. Gravesites of major interest throughout US history. 301-722-5480. www.chco-online.org. Western Maryland Station Center Home of the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad which runs excursions May through mid-December; and the Allegany County Visitors Center/C&O Canal Visitors Center and Canal Exhibit Center displaying artifacts and audio visual displays on Canal history. Free. Visitors Center is open daily, from 9 am - 5 pm, closed major holidays. 301/722-8226; 800/425-2067. Rocky Gap State Park Five mi. E of Cumberland on I-68. Over 3,000 acres featuring a 243acre lake. Two beaches in the day-use area (301/777-2139) and one beach in the 278-site campground area (301/777-2138). Fishing, hiking, nature trails, boat rentals and private boating with use of electric motors only. Daily 6 a.m.-sunset during summer season. $2/person. Rocky Gap Veterans Cemetery Adjacent to Rocky Gap State Park on Pleasant Valley Rd. E of Cumberland. A 15-acre site administered by the state provides free burial for Maryland Veterans. Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Free. 301/777-2185. Oldtown Site of the historical Cresap House is the oldest community in Allegany Co.. Michael Cresap Museum Opessa St., Oldtown, off Rt. 51. Open first week in Sept. from 1-5 p.m., as well as June-Sept. and other times by appt. 1764 home of Revolutionary War hero. Visit the museum grounds and gardens. Walking tour of Oldtown in the a.m. 301/223-9602. Christian Heritage Museum Nestled in historic western Maryland’s Washington County, the Christian Heritage Museum is a collection of rare historic Bibles, books, manuscripts, sermon notes, and documents of Christian history. Call or visit our website to schedule your tour at www.christianheritagemuseum.com, 877-313-9002. Paw Paw Runnet/C&O Canal NHP The historic 3,118 foot-long C&O Canal tunnel, built between 1836 and 1850, is located 25 miles southeast of Cumberland, MD off MD Rt. 51, across the Potomac from Paw Paw, WV. Visitors hike approx. 1/2 mile to reach the tunnel entrance. Open year-round, daylight to dusk. Carry a flashlight. Park Service guided tours offered weekends during the summer. For information, call the Cumberland Visitor Center at 301/722-8226. Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum 300 S. Burhans Blvd., Hagerstown. Home of Hagerstown Chapter, National Railway Historical Society. Exhibits picture the history of the seven railroads of Hagerstown. Fri., Sat., & Sun. 1-5 p.m. Admission. 301/739-4665. Washington Co. Museum of Fine Arts City Park, Hagerstown. Georgian brick museum maintains a remarkable collection of American paintings, drawings, prints and sculpture from the 18th century to the present as well as fascinating decorative arts. The Museum contains ten galleries and offers exhibitions, concerts and lectures free to the public. Tues.-Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-4, Sun. 1-5. Mon. Closed. Free. 301/739-5727. Hager House and Hager Museum Key St., City Park, Hagerstown. Stone residence of Captain Jonathan Hager, founder of Hagerstown, built in 1739. April-Dec., Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun. 2-5 p.m. Nominal admission. 301/739-8393. The Mansion House Art Gallery Highland Way, city Park, Hagerstown. Built by miller-horticulturist, home builder-artist, John Heyser, in 1846. Now home of The Valley Art Association, where members exhibit their work, conduct meetings, art classes and art shows - all of which are open to the public. Fri. and Sat. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sundays 1-5 p.m. Free. 301/797-6813

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Town Museum of Williamsport Located in the Springfield Farm Barn, Springfield Lane (off U.S. 11 north), Williamsport. Displays of local and area memorabilia & artifacts. Open every Sun., 1-4 p.m. Free. 301/223-7229. Log House Museum 11 South Mill St., Clear Spring District Historical Assn., P.O. Box 211, CS David Wiles. An original log home from the 1830’s restored and furnished with items that were used 150 years ago. Admission. By appointment only. 301/842-2342. Western Maryland Rail Trail Located 1/2 mi. east of I-70, Washington Co., exits 1, 3 & 12. One of the premier rail trails in the east. A 20-mi. paved former railroad right of way. 301/842-2155. Miller House Museum 135 W. Washington St., Hagerstown, the Miller House is an 1820s residence operating as a museum and headquarters of the Washington County Historical Society.Tours Apr.-Dec., Wed.-Sat., 1-3 pm. Admission. 301/797-8782. Albert Powell Trout Hatchery Six mi. E of Hagerstown, Rt 66 exit off I-70. Produces more than 150,000 fish annually for stocking Maryland waters for sportsman. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 301/791-4736. Beaver Creek School Museum 9702 Beaver Creek Church Rd. Operates as a museum by the Washington Co. Historical Society. Free. 301-797-8782. [email protected]. Boonsborough Museum of History 113 N. Main St. (U.S. 40-A), Boonsboro. Memorabilia of Boonsboro & Washington Co. Open Sun. 1-5. May-Sept. Nominal admission. 301/432-6969. Appalachian Trail South Mountain Washington & Frederick Counties. Hiking trail over 2,000 miles long extending from Maine to Georgia, on the crest of the South Mountain between Washington and Frederick Counties. Washington Monument State Park Near Boonsboro, the first monument erected to the memory of George Washington in 1827. Glorious views, hiking, picnicking. 301/791-4767. South Mountain House On Alt. U.S. 40 (the Old National Trail) between Boonsboro & Middletown on the Appalachian Trail, established in 1732 as a wayside inn/tavern. Today houses one of the area’s finest restaurants. Crystal Grottoes Caverns On Md. Rt. 34 near Boonsboro. Only caverns open to the public in the entire state of Md. Mar.-Sept. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. & Oct.-Feb. 11 a.m.5 p.m. Admission. 301/432-6336. Antietam National Battlefield On Md. Rt. 65 North and East of Sharpsburg. Daily 18min. orientation slide program. Weather permitting, an 8-mile self-guided auto or bike tour is available. Burnside Bridge Antietam Battlefield. Built in 1836, later named for Union General whose unsuccessful battle was staged on the bridge. One of several dozen stone arch bridges found in this part of Maryland. Barron’s C&O Canal Museum & Store 1-1/2 mi. NW of Sharpsburg on Snyder’s Landing Rd. off Rt. 65. Historical pictures, artifacts & interpretive discussion about the history of the Canal. Sat. & Sun. 9-5 year-round. Free. 301/432-8726. Brunswick Railroad Museum 40 W. Potomac St. Historical displays of the B&O RR, C&O Canal, Potomac River, the town and its people. Sat. 10-4; Sun. 1-4 AprilDec. 301/834-7100. Catoctin Mountain Park/ Cunningham Falls 3 mi. W of Thurmont on State Rt. 77. 1,500 acres including waterfalls, hiking trails, 42-acre lake for swimming, seasonal camping and cabin rentals, picnicking, fishing, boating, riding, mountain climbing. Visitors Center open weekdays 10-4:30 and 8:30-5 on weekends. 301/663-9388.

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Grotto of Lourdes On U.S. 15 near Mount St. Mary’s College, Emmitsburg. First National Catholic Shrine in America. Daily dawn to dusk. The great 25-foot statue of the Blessed Mother stands at the Grotto entrance on a 95-foot tower, visible for many miles. Free. Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Seton Emmitsburg. National Shrine of the first nativeborn American saint. Tues.-Sun. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sat. & Sun. 9 a.m. Mass. 301/447-6606. Fallen Firefighters Memorial On the campus of the National Emergency Training Center (formerly St. Joseph’s College), S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. Daily, 8:30-5. Free. Western Maryland Railway Historical Society Museum Rt. 75 in Union Bridge. Plans, photos and artifacts of Western Maryland Railway. Sun. 1-4 p.m. Jan.-Dec. except holidays. Free. Winchester Country Inn Westminster. Oldest English-style farmhouse standing in Carroll Co., c. 1760, once the home of William Winchester, founder of Westminster. Also the site of a vocational training program for people with developmental disabilities. Carroll Manor Area W of Buckeystown on Manor Woods Rd. Estate of Charles Carroll, Signer of the Declaration of Independence. St. Joseph’s Church on the estate contains many works of art and antiques. Free. New Market E of Frederick, I-70 & Md. 75, on Rt. 144. Nationally famous “Antique Capital of Maryland” with 40 stores and shops. Gathland State Park 2 mi. E of Md. Rt. 67. Site of the War Correspondents Arch honoring journalists who covered the Civil War. The only monument dedicated to a free press in the world. Free. 301/791-4767. Gambrill State Park Off U.S. 40 west of Frederick. Scenic panorama overlook at 1,800 ft. elevation. Camping areas. Nature trail, hiking and horseback trails. Schifferstadt 1110 Rosemont Ave., Frederick, just off U.S. Rt. 15, Exit 7. The oldest dwelling in Frederick City, built c. 1756. Tues.-Sat. 10-4, Sun. 12-4. April-mid-Dec. Donation. 301/663-3885. Hessian Barracks On the grounds of the Maryland School for the Deaf, S. Market St., Frederick. Used during the Revolutionary War to house prisoners and later during the Civil War as a hospital. The Delaplaine Visual Arts Center Historic Mountain City Mill Building, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. A lovely gallery presents monthly changing exhibits. Thu.-Sat. 10-5, Sun. 1-4. 301/698-0656. Tourism Council of Frederick Co. 19 E. Church St., Frederick. Daily 9-5. Guided walking tours weekends and holidays April-Dec. at 1:30 p.m. Admission. 301/600-4047. Court House Square Court & Church Sts., Frederick. Many beautiful 18th and 19th century homes. Co. Court House, landscaped grounds, monuments & markers. Frederick Co. Historical Society Museum 24 E. Church St., Frederick. Over 6,000 items related to Frederick Co. history. Mon.-Sat. 10-4. Sun. 1-4 p.m. Donations. Rose Hill Manor Park N. Market St., adjacent to Gov. Thomas High School, Frederick. Restored home of Maryland’s first governor. Children’s Museum, Farm Museum. Open by request and at annual spring & fall festivals. Open April-Oct. Mon.-Sat. 10-4; Sun. 1-4; Nov. weekends only: Sat. 10-4 & Sun. 1-4. Closed Jan. & Feb. Admission. 301/600-1650. The National Museum of Civil War Medicine 48 E. Patrick St., Frederick. Dedicated to telling the medical story of the Civil War. Mon.-Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-5. Closed: New Year’s, Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Admission. 301/695-1864. Garden House 3513 Urbana Pike, Urbana, Maryland. Historical Smith’s Store (circa 1830) served the outspoken unionist Thomas A. Smith & family as a residence, store, saloon & post office during the Civil War. 301/8742231. THE Calendar MAGAZINE

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8TH ANNUAL KITE FLYING FRENZY FESTIVAL ... 11 am-3 pm, Sherando Park, 252 Lakeview Circle, Stephens City, VA. Members of the Richmond (VA) Air Force will be on hand to discuss the science behind kite flying. Bring your own kites. Free. www.co.frederick.va.us. 540/665-5678. POT PIE DINNER ... 12 noon-4 pm, Union Bridge (MD) Fire Department, 8 W. Locust St. Enjoy chicken slippery pot pie. Admission. 410/ 775-7422. MUSEUM CONSORT ... 2:30 pm, Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, Hagerstown (MD) City Park, Virginia Ave. at Park Circle. Reception to follow. www.washcomuseum.org. 301/739-5727. Monday, April 6 MOONLIGHT BIKE RIDE ... 7:30 pm, Heritage Rail Trail County Park, York, PA. 9-mile bike ride beginning at Brillhart Station. $5/person, children under 12 ride free but they must be accompanied by an adult. 717/840-7440. Tuesday, April 7 SUNSET SCRAMBLE BIKE RIDE ... 6:30 pm, Heritage Rail Trail County Park, York, PA. Enjoy a 12-15 mile moderate bike ride beginning at Indian Rock Elementary. 717/840-7440. BRYAN ADAMS ... 8 pm, Maryland Theatre, 21 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD. Concert. Admission. 301/790-2000. Tuesday, April 7 thru 11 GERMAN EASTER ... 10 am-4 pm, Hager House, 110 Key St., Hagerstown (MD) City Park. Experience Germany’s Easter customs and traditions. Admission. 301/739-8393. See ad on page 5. Wednesday, April 8 ALLOWAY CREEK GARDENS & HERB FARM ... 10 am-5 pm Wed. - Sat., 1 am-5 pm Sun., 456 Mud College Rd., Littletown, PA. Opening day. www.allowaycreekgardens.com. 717/359-4548. See ad on page 22. CLASSIC FILM SERIES ... 1:30 & 6:30 pm, Capitol Theatre, 159 S. Main St., Chambersburg, PA. The Ten Commandments. Admission. www.the capitoltheatre.org. 717/263-0202. 32 THE Calendar MAGAZINE

ARCHEOLOGISTS KRISTIN AND EUGENE MARINO ... 7 pm, National Conservation Training Center, 698 Conservation Way, along Shepherd Grade Rd., Room 161, Instructional West Building, Shepherdstown, WV. 304/876-1139. Thursday, April 9 HAGERSTOWN CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S CONNECTION ... 9:30 am, Next Dimensions Restaurant, 132 Old National Pike, Hagerstown, MD. Monthly breakfast. $12/person. Free babysitting. 301/791-0242 or 717/597-9287. WHOLE FOODS DINNER PARTY ... 6:15 pm, Good Natured LLC, 209 S. Raleigh St., Martinsburg, WV. Learn how to cook with whole grains, natural sweeteners, fresh veggies and less meat. 304/262-9978 or 304/262-9909. PROJECT CONCERT ... 8 pm, Shepherd University, Frank Center Theater, Shepherdstown, WV. Friends of Music Guest Artist Series event. $20/person. 304/876-5765. Fri, Sat, April 10 & 11 COUNTRY TIME TREASURES ... 10 am-6 pm Fri., 10 am-5 pm Sat., 3640 Black Gap Rd., Chambersburg, PA. Hunt an egg and receive anywhere from 10%-50% off total purchase. 717/264-2606. See ad on page 26. Fri, Sat, Sun, April 10, 11 & 12 POUND ... Full Circle Theater Company, Shepherdstown, WV. Play by Sean O’Leary. Playwright shares his thoughts in talk-back with the audience. 304/268-7798. MURDER MYSTERY WEEKEND ... Allenberry Resort Inn and Playhouse, Boiling Springs, PA. Fee. Special 33% off the weekend. www.allenberry.com. 717/258-3211. Saturday, April 11 THE SHEPHERDSTOWN EASTER PARADE ... Parade & Easter Egg Hunt in Shepherdstown, WV. Great family event. 304/876-2786. ANNUAL PARK CLEANUP ... 9 am-12 noon, New Germany State Park, Grantsville, MD. Friends of New Germany will provide lunch. Meet at lakehouse. Register. 301/895-5453. SPRING CRAFT SHOW & FLEA MARKET ... 9 am-2 pm, New Windsor (MD) Fire Department, 101 High St. Easter and spring crafts, baked goods and food. 410/857-1209. NATURAL EGG DYEING PROGRAM ... 11 am1 pm, Deep Creek Lake State Park, Discovery Center, 898 State Park Rd., Swanton, MD. Egg dyeing session. 301/387-7067 or 301/387-7314. TEEN EXPO OF MARYLAND ... 12 noon-9 pm, Agriculture Center, 700 Agriculture Center Dr., Westminster, MD. Admission. 410/596-4111. EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA ... 2-4 pm, Freedom Park, 935 Raincliffe Rd., Sykesville, MD. Easter egg hunt, moon bounces, face painting, prizes and live music. 443/286-6968. Monday, April 13 thru May 22 ART EXHIBIT ... 8 am-10 pm Mon.-Thurs., 8 am4 pm Fri. & Sat., Carroll Community College, The Great Hall Gallery, 1601 Washington Rd., Westminster, MD. Paintings by Bruce Woodward. 410/386-8256.

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FISHING RODEO ... 9 am, Dan’s Mountain State Park, Flintstone, MD. Fishing excursion that gets results. 301/463-5487. DOO DAH DAY FESTIVAL ... 10 am-3 pm, Jim Barnett Park, 1001 E. Cork St., Winchester, VA. Family festival with games, rides, parade & entertainment. 800/567-7954. RAMP COOK-OFF ... 11 am-12 noon judging, 12 noon-1 pm tasting & learning, Deep Creek Lake State Park, Swanton, MD. Sample prepared dishes. Contact 301/387-7067 early if interested in competing. 301/387-7314. PEDIATRIC HEALTH FAIR ... 11 am-3 pm, Penn State Mont Alto. Horses, parachutes, puppet shows, eye exams, discover community health resources & more. 717/749-6000. OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD AUCTION ... 4 pm, Chambersburg (PA) Mennonite Church, 1800 Philadelphia Ave. Come support Operation

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304/263-0224 www.wineandarts.com Wednesday, April 29 thru May 2 SALVATION ARMY WOMEN’S AUXILIARY 18TH ANNUAL FABRIC FAIR ... 9 am-6 pm Wed.-Fri., 9 am-3 pm Sat., Norland Shopping Center, Route 11, 2 miles north of Chambersburg, PA. Proceeds benefit needy clients of the Chambersburg Salvation Army. 717/263-2164 or 717/369-2229. Thursday, April 30 SENIOR EXCURSION ... 10 am, 12 noon & 2 pm, Rocky Ridge County Park, Hidden Laurel Parking Area, York, PA. Enjoy a 50 minute ride in an air-open, roofed trailer pulled with pickup truck. Theme: Forest, Landscapes and Wildlife. $5/person. Pre-registration required. 717/8407440. PIANAFIDDLE ... 7:30 pm, The Maryland Theatre, 21 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD. $20/person at door. 301/582-2734. Thurs, Fri, Sat, April 30, May 1 & 2 RICKY TIMS’ SUPER QUILT SEMINAR ... Maranatha Community Church of God, Frederick, MD. Celebrity quilter and musician Ricky Tims offers novice and experienced quilters tips, techniques, and secrets. Enjoy a quilt exhibition and concert. 301/663-5444.

in Martinsburg, WV Saturday, May 9, 2009 10AM to 4PM Presented by Berkeley County Historical Society General Adam Stephen Memorial Association Free Admission

Belle Boyd House (126 E. Race St.) – Appearances by Belle Boyd (all day); talk on Abraham Lincoln’s friend and law partner, Ward Hill Lamon (1:00); Gen. Robt. E. Lee (2:00); Suzy the Clown (2:45); puppet show (3:15). Refreshments in the Herb Garden. Adam Stephen House (309 E. John St.) – Tours of the Triple Brick Museum and tunnel and a locally produced video; traditional music (dulcimer, bagpipes, bluegrass, fife and drum corps); talks on the French and Indian and Revolutionary Wars; excerpts from Shakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nothing,” and a storyteller. The Martinsburg Lions Club will sell lunch. Boydville (601 S. Queen St.) – Tours of the mansion, book sale, craft demonstrations.

Free trolley transportation between the sites.

(304) 267-4713 or (304) 267-4434 for more information

Adam Stephen House 1789

Buy Local, Green, Organic and Fair Trade

Bioshield Paints 25% Off Excellent performance and coverage

Belle Boyd House

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Organic Indigo Coffee

A green general store, a gift shop, a CD store, a music venue, 304-262-9978 an organic cafe… www.valleyrevue.com

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Visit the Shops of Historic Hedgesville — ANTIQUE FURNITURE — FINE ARTS — CRAFTS — COLLECTIBLES — GLASSWARE — SOFT ICE CREAM No more than two blocks from the center of town

Kingfish’s Antiques www.kingfishsantiques.com North Mountain Arts 304-754-5727 Small Things Crafts & The Ice Creamery at Persnickety Place 304-754-8075 Directions: 6 miles west of I-81, Exit 16 to the interstection of Routes 9 & 901

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Join authors and book lovers for Martinsburg’s 3rd WV Book Faire

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ow in its third year, the WV Book Faire at Olde Towne Martinsburg is a gathering of readers, authors and aspiring writers that will take place at the Martinsburg-Berkeley County Public Library and other various locations throughout Martinsburg on April 17-18. Those attending the book faire will have a chance to meet some of their favorite authors and acquire new ones while joining in discussion groups, participating in workshops, meeting the authors and having books signed. Readers can talk to authors in numerous categories, including Fiction, Non-Fiction, West Virginia, Political, Sports and a special Children’s book section. A highlight and culmination of the event will be the Author’s Literacy Benefit Dinner to be held on

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Saturday night. At each table will be the authors, our guests of honor, with whom you will dine and together enjoy the evening’s keynote speaker all while raising money for literacy programs in West Virginia! The WV Book Faire will have many other special activities including contests, a community BIG READ! event, coffee cafe, food and children’s’ programs. Of course, you’ll also be able to enjoy the wonderful shopping of historic Martinsburg throughout the entire book faire. Covering the distance between our guest authors, workshops and events should be an easy stroll for anyone. If you prefer to roll rather than stroll, we will offer a free shuttle for anyone who would like to travel by Olde Towne Trolley, which will come by

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When it comes to a Getaway We’re just a short trip to a world away

about every 15 minutes between the event headquarters at the Martinsburg-Berkeley County Public Library and the special events at the Blue Ridge Community and Technical College. Please visit www.wvbooks.org for more information and a complete list of events for the book faire.

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sponsored by The Arts Centre and will be held at the historic Boydville estate. Looking for a little BBQ and bluegrass? Join BBQ lovers and bluegrass fans at Pickin’ in the Panhandle: The West Virginia State BBQ and Bluegrass Festival this September 12 and 13. The festival will be held at the Lazy A Campground in Back Creek Valley, West Virginia and will feature The Charlie Daniels Band as its headliner. Great food and other bluegrass musicians will also be in attendance.

Bunker Hill Antiques Associates

Reader’s Choice for Fine Antiques & Collectibles QUALITY DEALERS ARE WELCOME

There will be something fun for everyone at the 30th annual Mountain State Apple Harvest Festival. The festival will be held October 15-18. Check out www.msahf.com for more details as the festival approaches. Visit www.travelwv.com or call 1-800-4WVAFUN for complete information on all events.

• The Areas Largest Collection of Sports Memorabilia • Vintage Costume Jewelry • WWII Militaria • Vintage Linens & Hats • Vintage & Collectible Coins • Vintage Furniture & Glassware • Collectible Comic Books & LP Albums • Howard Refinishing Products • Custom Portrait Artist Michelle Charoensawadsiri Call For Sitting

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Open 7 days — Daily 10-5 144 Runnymeade Road Bunker Hill, WV 25413

Call 304.229.0709

www.bunkerhillantiques.com Located in a Restored 19th Century Woolen Mill and Situated on a Picturesque 3-Acre Park Setting Directions: Take I-81 to exit 5, Inwood, WV and follow the highway signs to Bunker Hill.

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NO LIMIT • EXPIRES 5/31/09

164 E. Baltimore Street Greencastle, PA I-81 Exit 5 West 6 Blocks Open 7 Days A Week (Off Street Parking)

(717) 597-1900

Toll Free 1-888-597-9878 www.greencastlecoffee.com

David James Custom Homes. Over 80 styles to choose from or bring your own plans. Stick-built homes starting at $105,500 complete with basement on your lot.

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