 Serving the Panhandle Region Since 2009 Winter 2025-2026 Berkeley Arts Council News
December 6, 11am-4 pm Art Exhibits Around the Region December 4 – 14 Real Art. The PRAG group will be show casing their fine art paintings at the Jean Heiler Gallery in Charles Town, WV. The group consist of members from around WV, Maryland and Virginia. Come and visit the Gallery and perhaps catch the show at the Old Opera House in Charles Town, WV Thursday, 7pm, Friday, 8pm; Saturday 8pm; Sunday 2:30pm Matinee; Sat. 1pm Potomac River Artists Guild. Open during OOH performances. 304-279-9880; or janehorst54 (at) gmail .com Music December 12 Holiday Highlights – ACMF Winter Residency. Bring your loved ones and celebrate the season with this joyful, family-friendly concert in the beautiful Camp Hill-Wesley United Methodist Church in Harpers Ferry. Hear inspired arrangements of beloved holiday classics, sparkling selections from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker, spirited works by Mozart, and Peter Warlock’s lively Capriol Suite, including special arrangements of seasonal works by our very own ACMF musicians, Chris Jusell and Sinéad Frost. At Camp Hill-Wesley United Methodist Church, Harpers Ferry. 5pm; Appalachian Chamber Music Festival. $28. ; https://www. December 17 Duo Delights – ACMF Winter Residency returns to the charming Shepherdstown Train Station for an early-afternoon musical treat! Enjoy a unique “round robin” of festive duets as our stellar string musicians pair off in ever-changing combinations, offering a delightful sampler of musical morsels in an intimate setting. Tickets include a hot chocolate and a sweet seasonal treat from our friends at Bolivar Bread Bakery. At Train Station, Shepherdstown. 2pm; Appalachian Chamber Music Festival. $30. https://www. December 23 Holiday concert: A Celtic Christmas: with Kevin Elam, Abbie Palmer, and Sean Heely. This trio features some of the brightest lights in the area’s traditional music community in a concert that will include songs and instrumental music from Celtic lands that will get you into the mood for your own holiday celebration. At Shepherdstown Presbyterian Church. Tuesday, December 23 at 7:30 pm; Shepherdstown Music & Dance. $25 adults, $22:00 seniors, $15 students – cash or check. (304) 263-2531; http://smad.us or upperpotomac (at) gmail .com December 30 Splendor & Brilliance – ACMF Winter Residency. Join us for a dazzling evening of chamber music to warm your heart this holiday season, set in the golden acoustics of historic Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town, WV. This heartwarming one-hour performance features pianist Ellen Hwangbo and ensemble in an evocative version of Beethoven’s Pathétique Sonata, featuring Hwangbo and a heartwarming string version of the profoundly beautiful Adagio Cantabile, Reena Esmail’s haunting trio of the Appalachian Christmas Carol I Wonder as I Wander, and the richly expressive Piano Quintet by Ralph Vaughan Williams. At Zion Episcopal Church, Charles Town, WV. 7pm; Appalachian Chamber Music Festival. $28. https://www. December 31 A Celebration of Togetherness. Reflection, Gathering and Looking Forward Welcome the New Year with ACMF’s festive finale, Celebration of Togetherness, hosted in the historic War Memorial Building, Shepherdstown.This special New Year’s Eve program reflects on five years of music, friendship, and community, and looks ahead with joy, energy, and hope. Experience a vibrant mix of music spanning centuries and styles, from the elegance of Mozart’s Divertimento in D major and the charm of Warlock’s Capriol Suite, to the beauty of Golijov’s Tenebrae and the expressive power of today’s American composers Rhiannon Giddens and Paul Wiancko, and ever-popular works by the Danish String Quartet. A specially created arrangement of Beethoven’s beloved Pathétique Sonata offers a moment of lyrical reflection before we join together to celebrate the end of 2025 with a sparkling toast. At War Memorial Building, Shepherdstown, WV. 3pm; Appalachian Chamber Music Festival. $37; https://www. Dance December 6 Contra Dance and Potluck. Join us for a wonderful evening, starting with our annual holiday potluck, and ending with Quill Duvall calling to the music of Raven and Goose. Raven & Goose are a nationally touring contra duo. About the Potluck: Bring a dish to share, come at 6:15 and plan to eat at ~ 6:30. New dancers and rusty ones are encouraged to be here promptly; the dance starts at 7:30. At Shepherdstown Community Club – 102 E. German St. Saturday, 6:30 to 10:30 pm; Shepherdstown Music & Dance. $15 for non-members. (304) 263-2531; http://smad.us or upperpotomac (at) gmail .com Artists’ Opportunities Winter Member Exhibits at the Berkeley Art Works Members of the Berkeley Arts Council are invited to exhibit their work in the galleries at 116 North Queen Street, Martinsburg. There are TWO opportunities to showcase your work at The Berkeley Art Works! The first is in the Back Space: Winter Blue, and the second is our First All Members Show for January 2026. To participate or ask questions, email berkeleyartswv (at) gmail.com. “Winter Blue” Let the season inspire you. Let blue guide you. The Arts Council invites YOU to be part of “Winter Blue,” a non-juried community art exhibition celebrating the beauty, emotion, and mystery of winter—and the color that defines it. Theme: Winter vibes, blue tones, icy moods, cozy reflections—interpret it your way! Submit up to 2 pieces—ready to hang or display All media welcome: Painting, photography, sculpture, fiber, mixed media, digital art. No jury. No pressure. Just creative expression and community connection. “Member Show” January 2026 All Members Exhibit showcasing our members art of their choosing. Please deliver your framed ready to hang work or 3D item to the gallery January 2 ,3 or 4. You may submit up to three works. Include: a tag with your name, Title, medium and price.
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