Top 5 Things to Do This Weekend
Thursday, November 11th - Sunday, November 14th
Dive right into this weekend with the Town of Sykesville's Sykesville Craft Beer Festival for some fall fun, and of course, learning lots about your favorite beers. Another town sponsored event is the monthly Taneytown Business Breakfast, organized by the Taneytown Chamber of Commerce and the City of Taneytown office of Economic Development, which is a chance to network your business and learn some tips. A great place to sell your goods, or find some cool gifts and yummy items, would be the Mistletoe Mart, Ebenezer UMC's Holly Mart, or Carroll County Farmer’s Market featuring the Local Artist Guild! Or if you're in for some shows and entertainment, this weekend has you covered! At the Carroll Arts Center, The Truffle Hunters will be premiering, and at McDaniel College, Chamber Music on the Hill features Cellist Steven Thomas with Pianist Kevin Sharpe. Turning up the excitement, PFlag-Westminster's 4th Annual Westminster Drag Show is happily on for 2021! Although, don't forget to support your local students! Liberty Drama's Clue: Live on Stage High School Edition, MVHS Maverick Theater's Peter and the Starcatcher, Winters Mill High School Drama's Once Upon a Time on Klick Klock, and The Key Players' Peter and Wendy are all excited to have live audiences once again. Plus we have a preview of next week - Sharón Clark will bring Classic Jazz and Motown to Carroll Arts Center on November 20th
There's never not something to do, especially this weekend! Have fun, stay safe, and break a leg Carroll!
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*Please note: Events are subject to change due to public health concerns or weather conditions, so we strongly advise that you always contact event organizers to confirm dates and times.
1. Mistletoe Mart
Thursday, November 11th, 10:00am – 7:00pm
Additional dates include: 11/12, 10am – 7pm; 11/13, 10am – 4:30pm
The 47th Mistletoe Mart is on for 2021! Although there are a few restrictions due to Covid, many of the annual traditions are still available. 51 local artisans as well as specialty shops will be selling items like fabric, jewelry, and forged iron. The café and bake shop will open, except for Thursday and Friday dinners. They're so excited to see you for the 2021 season! For any questions, call 410-848-3251 or email themistletoemart@gmail.com.
2. Sykesville Craft Beer Festival
Saturday, November 13th, 12:00 – 4:00pm
Rain or shine, join Sykesville Main Street and have a good time at their popular Craft Beer Festival! There will be an abundance of local microbreweries and food trucks; tickets and more information is available on their website, so you can know exactly which vendors will be attending. If you are interested in becoming a vendor, or volunteering, reach out to downtownsykesvilleconnection@gmail.com.
3. Taneytown Business Breakfast
Friday, November 12th, 7:30 – 9:00am
The monthly Taneytown Business Breakfast, organized by the Taneytown Chamber of Commerce with the City of Taneytown office of Economic Development, provides a great opportunity for business networking and a yummy breakfast (plus a short program!) for only $10. Join Taneytown the 2nd Friday of every month- the doors open at 7:00 am while the program begins at 7:30 am.
4. FLICC Presents – The Truffle Hunters
Friday, November 12th, 7:00 – 9:00pm
The Truffle Hunters elucidates the impact of the white Alba truffle. Filmmakers Michael Dweck and Gregory Kershaw capture the rituals of a few Italian elders, dubbed the Truffle Hunters, and the interesting processes they go through to obtain the illusive truffle. Bring a non-perishable food item to the show and receive a free small popcorn!
5. Carroll County Farmer’s Market – Local Artist Guild
Saturday, November 13th, 8:00am – 2:00pm
Regular vendors will be joined by the Local Artist Guild, so Carroll County Farmer’s Market and Craft Show will be bustling with goods! From fall fruits and vegetables, or baked goods, to handmade juried crafts, they'll have something for you.
6. Holly Mart
Saturday, November 13th, 8:30am – 2:00pm
Hosted by Ebenezer UMC, their Holly mart will get you in the mood for the holiday season! There will be a silent auction, lunch, and a variety of goods being sold- crafts, chocolates, holiday decorations, gifts, and more. For other information, call 410-795-6136 or email eumcwinfield@gmail.com.
7. The 4th Annual Westminster Drag Show
Saturday, November 13th, 8:30pm
Make sure to get your tickets in advance so you can participate in the fun of the 4th annual Westminster Drag Show! The venue is open to only those vaccinated, so make sure you have your ID and proof of vaccination at the door. There will be a cash bar and light food at the event. Sponsored by PFlag-Westminster!
8. Chamber Music on the Hill: Cellist Steven Thomas with Pianist Kevin Sharpe
Sunday, November 14th, 8:00am – 5:00pm
McDaniel College hosts Chamber Music on the Hill, featuring cellist Steven Thomas with pianist Kevin Sharpe. These well versed musicians have had a variety of musical experiences; Thomas has appeared as a soloist, recitalist, and conductor on multiple occasions. Sharpe has performed in many places, like Mexico, Argentina, and Hong Kong. Tickets cost $15 for adults, $10 for seniors and members of the military, and is free for kids and students. To purchase your ticket, use the link below.
9. Clue: Live on Stage High School Edition
Thursday, November 11th, 7:00 – 9:00pm
Additional Dates Include: 11/12 at 7pm & 11/13 at 2pm and 7pm
Liberty High School Drama is proud to live and on stage! Their production of Clue: On Stage (High School Edition) is bound to be a killer! Tickets are $10, online or at the door.
10. Peter and the Starcatcher
Thursday, November 12th, 7:00 – 9:00pm
Additional Dates Include: 11/13, 2pm and 7pm
The Maverick Theatre program cannot wait for their live audience to view their version of Peter and the Starcatcher. This humorous backstory on the well known Peter Pan-and of course his nemesis Captain Hook- introduces new characters that you haven't seen before, as they learn about love, friendship, and they forge an unbreakable bond. You can buy tickets here, and click the link below to learn more.
11. Once Upon a Time on Klick Klock
Thursday, November 12th, 7:00 – 9:00pm
Additional Dates Include: 11/13 at 7pm
The Winters Mill Drama program brings you their fall production, Once Upon a Time on a Klick Klock, a showcase in the spirit of the Tiktok app. (You just might've heard about it) Tickets cost $5, and if you have any other questions you can email them at wmhsdramaboosters@gmail.com.
12. Peter and Wendy
Thursday, November 12th, 7:00 – 9:00pm
Additional Dates Include: 11/13, 11/19, 11/20 at 7pm, 11/20 at 2pm
Arrr matey! The Key Players cannot wait to show off their latest production, Peter and Wendy, by Doug Rand. The cost of attendance is $8 for adults, and $6 for students and senior citizens. Contact hmeiwin@carrollk12.org for more information!
Coming up next week:
Classic Jazz and Motown - Sharón Clark
Saturday, November 20th at 7:30pm
Washington, D.C. jazz standout Sharón Clark has brought festival and concert audiences to their feet across the U.S. and Europe. Her New York run drew raves from the NY Times and the Wall Street Journal, and she won New York’s Bistro Award for Best Vocalist. Ms. Clark has made countless international tours, from Europe to Southeast Asia, the Middle East and Russia, where she has developed a major following. Ms. Clark has performed as a featured soloist with the Duke Ellington Orchestra, Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra, the Richmond Symphony, and the Baltimore Symphony. She has appeared in countless festivals at home and abroad. Both the Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra and The Ludacris Foundation chose Ms. Clark to perform for their separate tributes to Quincy Jones. Ms. Clark won the Gold Medal and $10,000 top prize at the Savannah Music Festival’s American Traditions Competition. She then took first place in the Billie Holiday Vocal Competition, which featured an appearance with the Baltimore Symphony.
“You can’t underestimate the transformation of what seems like an ordinary song when an interpreter like Sharón Clark tears it apart and peers inside.” — Stephen Holden, New York Times
Come early to enjoy a whiskey tasting from MISCellaneous Distillery of Mt. Airy and try their signature cocktail!