In the county
Common Ground on the Hill presents James Keelaghan
Synopsis: The longtime Canadian singer-songwriter kicks off the 2012-13 Common Ground Westminster concert series.
When: 8 p.m. Saturday
Where: Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main St., Westminster
Admission: $19 for adults, $17 for Carroll County Arts Council members, students and seniors
Information: 410-848-7272 or http://www.commongroundonthehill.org
Westminster High School regional band show
Synopsis: Several high school marching bands from throughout the region, including Westminster and North Carroll, showcase their talents.
When: 4 p.m. Saturday
Where: Westminster High School, 1225 Washington Road, Westminster
Admission: $8 in advance at Carroll Arts Center, Coffey Music and Stu's Music, $10 at the gate, $8 for seniors and students
Information: http://www.owlband.org
Fall Harvest of Quilts show
Synopsis: Everybody's Quilt Guild presents guild member quilted items, a silent auction, vendor's mall and more
When: 5-9 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday
Where: The Portico at St. John Church, 47 Monroe St., Westminster
Admission: $5
Information: 410-346-7646 or http://www.everybodysquiltguild.org
In the region
Virgin Mobile Free Fest
Synopsis: Jack White, Skrillex, ZZ Top, Ben Folds and Nas are among the artists on the schedule for the final outdoor concert scheduled at Merriweather Post Pavilion this year.
When: 11 a.m. Saturday
Where: Merriweather Post Pavilion, 10475 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia
Admission: Free
Information: 877-435-9849 or http://www.merriweathermusic.com
