TRIPS
Culture thrives in tiny Shepherdstown, W.Va., a mellow town that's surprisingly close to Baltimore and home to the Contemporary American Theater Festival. Page 28
DVD
Now that The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King is available on DVD, fans can see the whole trilogy - extended versions or theatrical versions - in their own homes. Page 11
SCENE
Jazzy Summer Nights, tonight featuring Philadelphia trombonist Jeff Bradshaw, kicks off its fifth season at War Memorial Plaza. Page 31
FAMILY
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts celebrates its 25th anniversary with this weekend's "Founders Day" events. Page 21
ART
The opening of an exhibit of Naomi Nickerson's landscapes marks the first anniversary of Sandarac gallery in Mount Vernon. Page 15
Pick of the week:
What: Lincoln Center Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra
When: Saturday at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Baltimore Marriott Waterfront Hotel, 700 Aliceanna St.
Why: Because the group is making its Baltimore debut at this event, which also raises money for the Bon Secours Child Therapy Program for children who have experienced violence
Tickets: $150
Information: 410-362-3800 or www.bonsecours.org/baltimore