Chicks in art The multimedia art installation, "Artchicks: Gathering," will open on Sunday with a reception, 2-4 p.m., in the Gallery in the Scott Center, Carroll Community College, 1601 Washington Road, Westminster. Free. For more details, including gallery hours and related events, contact gallery director Maggie Ball, at 410-386-8256. The show runs through March 19.

Monday 02-08

Steppin' out The Piedmont Pacers Walking Volkssport Club, a group that promotes walking as a form of exercise, will meet Monday, at 7:30 p.m. at the Church of the Ascension, 23 N. Court St., Westminster. All are invited. Call 410-795-7855.

Tuesday 02-09

Pressure points Carroll Hospital Center will present Dr. Scott Jerome speaking on, "High Blood Pressure: What You Need to Know," Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. in the Learning Center at the hospital, 200 Memorial Ave., Westminster. Free, but registration is required. Call 410-871-7000.

North Carroll's 20th North Carroll Library, 2255 Hanover Pike, will host a celebration of the branch's 20th anniversary on Tuesday at 4 p.m., for all ages. Between 4 and 6 p.m., hear classical guitar played by Ben Sherman, then enjoy a piece of "birthday" cake. Children age 3 and under must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Call 410-386-4480.

Uniform information "Civil War Uniforms" will be the subject of the next Boxed Lunch Talk hosted by the Historical Society of Carroll County, Tuesday, noon-1 p.m. During the Civil War, Union Army soldiers wore an array of uniforms. Dr. Howard Lanham will describe the various uniforms and their impact on later American military uniforms. Held at the American Legion Carroll Post, corner of Green and Sycamore streets, Westminster. Cost is $1 for HSCC members; $4 for non-members. Bring a lunch, or buy lunch at the Legion by calling 410-857-7953 by 11:30 a.m., to place an order. Dessert and beverages provided. Call 410-848-6494.

Wednesday 02-10

For memories' sake The Carroll County Alzheimer's Support Group will meet Wednesday, 6-8:30 p.m. at the Carroll County Health Department, 290 S. Center St., Westminster. Families and caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders are invited. For details, call 410-876-4937.

Thursday 02-11

Books 'n' booty Finksburg Library, 2265 Old Westminster Pike, Finksburg, will present a home schoolers' program Thursday at 4 p.m., "Explore Your World: Pirates," for ages 7-13. Explore the greatest treasures on Earth, from sunken ships to soaring through the sky. Call 410-386-4505.

'Comedy of Errors' Shakespeare Factory Players will host "The Comedy of Errors," directed by Tom Delise, opening Thursday, 7:30 p.m. at the Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main St., Westminster. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for students and seniors. Tickets available at the door; or in advance by calling 410-218-1479. An additional local performance will be Saturday, Feb. 13, 7:30 p.m. at the Fairhaven Retirement Community, Sykesville. For more details, go to www.theshakespearefactory.com.

Friday 02-12

Princess Party The Westminster Department of Parks and Recreation will host a Princess Party on Friday, 9:30-10:45 a.m., for ages 3-5. Decorate a crown and create a special princess craft. Attendees may come dressed in their favorite princess costume and share a majestic snack. Cost is $15. Held at the Longwell Municipal Building, Longwell Avenue, Westminster. Space is limited. Register by Feb. 8, at 410-857-9072.

Music in Taneytown The Taneytown American Legion, 9 Broad St., Taneytown, will host an evening of oldies and goodies, classic country music, and tunes from the 1950s and '60s with DJ Joe Ebaugh on Friday, 7 p.m. No admission or cover charge. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Call 410-756-2278.

Gift card bingo The Liberty High School Music Boosters will host a gift card bingo night Friday, 7 p.m., at the Sykesville Fire Hall, on the corner of Route 32 and Freedom Avenue. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance; $18 at the door. For details call Steve Kahn at 410-370-6116 or go to www.lhsimp.com.

Next stop: France The Carroll Arts Center and Film Lovers in Carroll County will continue its February Foreign Film Festival on Friday at the Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main St., Westminster. On Friday at 8 p.m., the series will feature the French film "La Vie En Rose," about the life of the "Little Sparrow" -- singer Edith Piaf. Tickets are $6 for adults and $5 for students 18 and under, seniors and Carroll Arts Council members. Call 410-848-7272.

Saturday 02-13

Happy new year Taneytown Library, 10 Grand Dr., Taneytown, will host, "Gung Hay Fat Choy: A Chinese New Year Celebration," on Saturday at 11 a.m. Celebrate the Year of the Metal Tiger, and learn about Chinese New Year celebrations around the world. Refreshments will be served. Children 3 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Call 410-386-4488.

Sweetheart Square Four County Square Dances will host a Sweetheart Dance on Saturday at Eldersburg Elementary School, 1021 Johnsville Road, Eldersburg, 8-10 p.m. Cost is $6. Call Janice at 301-829-2430, or e-mail artdelagrange@hotmail.com.

Blue Moon over Westminster Blue Moon Big Band will perform in concert, Saturday, 7:30 p.m., at the Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main St., Westminster. Treat your valentine to an evening of jump, jive and jazz music. This 19-member group plays the sounds of the 1930's, '40s and '50s, including Count Basie, Glenn Miller and Benny Goodman. "Blue Moon" was featured in the major motion picture "My One and Only" starring Kevin Bacon and Renee Zellweger. Complimentary hors d'oeuvres will be served at intermission, wine, beer and soda will be available for sale. Tickets $20 adults, and $15 for arts council members, students and seniors. Call 410-848-7272. Snow date is Sunday, Feb. 21, 7:30 p.m. Sponsored by The Barbour Group.

Sunday 02-14

Love breakfast? St. Joseph's Knights of Columbus will host a Valentines Day breakfast buffet Sunday, 7 a.m. to noon in the Social Hall of St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Frederick Street, Taneytown. Cost is $6 for adults, $3.50 for children 7 to 10. Kids 6 and under eat free.

Cars and kisses Terra Rubra Lions will host a bull and oyster roast and Daytona 500/Valentines Party on Sunday, beginning at 11 a.m., 6300 Middleburg Road, Middleburg. Three big screen TVs, silent auction and door prizes. Cost is $23 per person in advance; $30 at the door; $20 per person for groups of eight or more if paid by Feb. 8. Call 410-751-1673.

Songs of Romance Chamber Music on the Hill presents "Romance in Winter: 200 Years of Robert Schumann" with The Westminster Trio and others, at the Scott Center for the Performing Arts on the campus of Carroll Community College, 1601 Washington Road, Westminster, 3 p.m. Sunday, Valentine's Day. Meet the musicians at a reception following the concert. Tickets $15, or $10 for veterans and seniors over 60. Free for children and all students with ID. Call 410-386-8575.

Monday 02-15

Magic Monday "Just Another Magic Monday" is the theme for a show by Dave Thomen of D's Magic, to be held Monday, 1 p.m., at the Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main St., Westminster. Thomen will weave President's Day trivia and wizardry in his performance. The show features innovative routines and classic magic to fascinate all ages. Tickets are $5 adults, $3 arts council Members, Students and Seniors. Call 410-848-7272. Sponsored by Davis Library Inc. Snow date is Tuesday, Feb. 16.

Tuesday 02-16

Taneytown 'Olympians' Taneytown Library, 10 Grand Drive, Taneytown, will host "Camp Half-Blood: A Percy Jackson Program," Tuesday, 1 p.m. for ages 11 to 17. Activities include Greek alphabet instruction, arts and crafts, a trivia contest and swordplay. One attendee will win a pair of tickets to see the movie "Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief." Space is limited. Call 410-386-4488.

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