May 30 - June 2 , 2013
You ’ re invited to these great events in 2013 :
Western Maryland Blues Fest
May 30 - June 2 , 2013
For more Blues Fest information , call :
301-739-8577 ext . 116
www . blues-fest . org supported in part by : Maryland State Arts Council , Washington County Arts Council • City of Hagerstown
Don ’ t miss these May / June City Center Events :
Maymart in Public Square and Elizabeth Hager Center Lot ����������������������
Taste of the Arts at the City Center �����������������������
Faire Off the Square at the Elizabeth Hager Center Lot �����������������������
Market Faire at the Elizabeth Hager Center Lot ���������������������������������������� ����������������
Tour of Washington County at the City Center ����������������������������
Fishin Frenzy at Pangborn Park ����������������������������
Miss Maryland at the Maryland Theatre ������������
Faire Off the Square at the Elizabeth Hager Center Lot ������������������������
Call 301-739-8577 ext . 116 or 183
Events subject to change . The City of Hagerstown
FROM THE PUBLISHER
Dear Reader ,
Spring has officially sprung , and I ’ m happy to see that once again , events are popping up all over Washington County ! Our May / June Calendar of Events ( starting on page 20 ) is so huge , we just couldn ’ t fit it all in the magazine . So be sure to visit our website at www . hagerstownmagazine . com and click on Community Calendar to view dozens more cultural and community events . Did you know HM has the largest and most comprehensive events calendar in the area ? New events are added daily , so check back often or “ like ” us on Facebook at facebook . com / HagerstownMagazine for announcements , behind-the-scenes-action and weekly giveaways .
I always enjoy this issue , because it highlights creators of art — painters , illustrators , sculptors , novelists , poets , musicians and performers — along with all of the great opportunities we have to participate in or experience them . And , you ’ ll notice all kinds of spectacular services in the “ Celebrating Downtowns ” section featuring the town of Funkstown and three pages of advertising highlighting 28 businesses in Hagerstown ’ s City Center .
Our advertisers have been cooking up a LOT of exciting opportunities , so there ’ s no excuse not to get out and enjoy our beautiful community . Here are a few to check out :
• Washington County Garden Tour , sponsored by the Rural Heritage Museum on June 8
• Hagerstown Suns season is in full swing , with events like the Nora Roberts Reading Challenge , May 11 – 12 & 25 – 26 , and the Mystery Bobblehead Giveaway , sponsored by the Hagerstown-Washington County CVB on June 29
• The Frederick Speaker Series brings thought leaders Gen . Colin Powell on May 9 and NPR ’ s Terry Gross on June 13 to the Weinberg Center
• Mason Dixon BBQ ’ s Memorial Day Pignic , May 25 – 26 , benefits the Make A Wish foundation
• Throughout June and July , Leitersburg Cinemas features $ 1 Summer Kids ’ Movies
• Western Maryland Blues Fest rolls into town May 30 – June 2 ( for the full schedule , see page 59 )
• Activities and seminars for Seniors abound ( see our senior living calendar page 98 )
• Seafood Festival at Nick ’ s Airport Inn , June 3 – 15
• Weekly entertainment and karaoke at Maloo ’ s Pub & Grill , and so much more ! I ’ m looking forward to seeing you out and about !
Best wishes , Kate Rader , Publisher
About the Cover
As the Topcoat department manager , Funkstown native and musician Rich Hannon ( left ) plays a key role in ensuring each instrument made by renowned guitar maker Paul Reed Smith ( right ) is as beautiful as it is playable . On page 38 HM takes a look behind the scenes of the Stevensville , Md ., factory , photographed by Turner Photography Studio , and discovers a like-minded love of music , craft and giving back that Rich and his mentor share . Special thanks to PRS Guitars for their hospitality and assistance . photo : Chris Jackson
10 May / June 2013 Hagerstown : The Best of Life in Washington County & Beyond