In the county
"Slurry: Paintings by Katherine Mann"
Synopsis: Mann, a Baltimore-based artist, presents her works, which re-purposes forms found in nature to construct alternative environments.
When: Exhibit runs from Tuesday-March 16. Opening reception is 7-9 p.m. Tuesday. Gallery hours are noon-4 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays, noon-8 p.m. Thursdays and noon-5 p.m. Saturdays.
Where: Rice Gallery, Peterson Hall, McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster
Admission: Free
Information: 410-857-2595 or http://www.katherinemann.net
Hard Swimmin' Fish in concert
Synopsis: This Frederick-based blues trio has been making music for more than 15 years and plays a range of styles.
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday
Where: Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main St., Westminster
Admission: $18 for adults, $15 for Carroll County Arts Council members, seniors and students
Information: 410-848-7272 or http://www.carrollcountyartscouncil.org
"Michael Rosman: Amazing Feats of Comedy"
Synopsis: The popular family-friendly entertainer who specializes in juggling, clowning and unicycling returns to Westminster.
When: 11 a.m. Monday
Where: Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main St., Westminster
Admission: $8 for adults, $6 for Carroll County Arts Council members, students and seniors
Information: 410-848-7272 or http://www.carrollcountyartscouncil.org
In the region
They Might Be Giants
Synopsis: The alternative rockers recently released their new album "Join Us" and are in their 30th year.
When: 8 p.m. Friday
Where: Rams Head Live, 20 Market Place, Baltimore
Admission: $25
Information: 410-244-1131 or http://www.ramsheadlive.com