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Totem Pole Playhouse Show: SIX DANCE LESSONS IN SIX WEEKS MAY 27, 2016 – JUNE 12, 2016

by tim | Apr 15, 2016 | Blog

Award-winning actress, Loretta Swit (M*A*S*H*) and L.A. Ovation Award winner, David Engel, star in Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks a touching and human comedy about a formidable retired woman, Lily Harrison, who hires an acerbic dance instructor, Michael Minetti, to...

Cumberland Valley School of Music Students given Scholarships are presenting a free Concert on Sunday, April 24 in Chambersburg

by tim | Apr 15, 2016 | Blog, Press Release

Cumberland Valley School of Music plans to hold its annual Recognition Concert on Sunday, April 24 to feature the student recipients of the Merit Award Scholarship, the Henry and Janet Guarriello Scholarship, and graduating seniors who plan to major or minor in a...

Local author and historian James Rada, Jr. is returning to the Blue Ridge Summit Free Library on April 19th

by tim | Apr 13, 2016 | Blog

Local author and historian James Rada, Jr. is returning to the Blue Ridge Summit Free Library on April 19th at 6:00p.m. for a brand new lecture on historical research! “Looking for family stories or researching a historical? Join historical writer James Rada,...

Have Fun Making a Raku Leaf Bowl on April 7th or 11th at Waynesboro Ceramics

by tim | Apr 4, 2016 | Blog

Have fun creating a raku leaf bowl on April 7th or 11th from 7-9 pm at our Mont Alto Studio, located on the Penn State Mont Alto campus in the General Studies Building, Room 008.  See your piece being fired during Renfrew’s Earth Day celebration on Saturday,...

Save $10! Advance purchase ticket discount deadline is April 30TH for Chef’s Walk June 4th 4-7 pm

by tim | Apr 1, 2016 | Blog

Save $10! Advance purchase ticket discount deadline is  April 30TH Attend our 8th Annual Neighborhood Chefs’ Walk, a food and music crawl along Alexander Avenue featuring local chefs, beer and wine tastings, and over 50 local musicians. 6 Chef Stations plus a Dessert...
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Barn Quilt Trail

The Stitches in Time Barn Quilt Trail includes more than three dozen quilt squares spread throughout Franklin County, PA. Some are inspired by traditional quilt patterns or family designs. Between each square are the many stories of Franklin County.

 

Coffee Shops

Enjoy a Great Cup of Joe in Franklin County coffee shops!

 

Pizza Trail

Talk to locals about the “best pizza place, and everyone has a couple favorites. Add them all together and Franklin County has great Italian eateries.

 

Pour Trail

See the great locations and great beer, wine and spirits that are waiting for you along the pour trail. Plan your next trip and enjoy the flavor of Franklin County.

 

Sweet Trail

Franklin County is a sweet place to be! Enjoy old-fashioned candy makers, chocolatiers, delicious ice cream, and even pie stores.

 

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Civil War

Explore the history of Chambersburg and the Civil War.

John Brown

Who was John Brown, what did he do, why did he do it, and what was his connection to Chambersburg, Pennsylvania?

Spring Into History

Explore 300 Years of American History

Underground Railroad

Franklin County played an important role in the passage to freedom—the Underground Railroad. Its location on the Mason-Dixon Line signaled escaping slaves entry to the north, and the mountainous terrain afforded numerous hiding places in caves and wooded areas.

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Environmental Centers

Environmental Centers connect the busy daily lives of people to nature & remind everyone of the importance of fresh water, green trees, and clean air. Explore the beauty of outdoor Franklin County at one of its environmental centers.

Outdoors

Fishing, hiking trails, golfing, kayaking -  Franklin County is home to great outdoor fun and relaxation.

Golf

The scenic beauty of Franklin County is timeless and compliments a variety of golfing experiences.

Walking & Hiking

With four state parks and 36 municipal parks, Franklin County gives many choices to enjoy greenery, birds chirping, and mountain views.