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SUMMARY:1st & 3rd Saturdays - WINTER\, SPRING\, SUMMER & FALL “SOAR” Bird Walks | Buttonwood Nature Center\, Waynesboro
DESCRIPTION:SOAR (“Studying Ornithology Around the Region”) bird walks\nIMPORTANT: Locations rotate year-round among several parks in the region\, with Waynesboro’s Antietam Meadow Park as “home base.”\nVisit THIS PAGE to see the current schedule of locations.\n(If in doubt about the weather—check Buttonwood’s Facebook page)\nFirst and third Saturdays ONLY * Start time: 8:00 AM\nFirst and third Saturdays: Spring\, summer\, fall and winter bird walks find birding enthusiasts Sharon and Larry Williams of Waynesboro leading the walks along the hiking trails at varying locations throughout the area.\nParticipants should wear comfortable walking shoes and may bring identification books and binoculars. \nFree and open to the public. \nJust show up—no reservations required!\nFor more information call 717.762.0373 or email us at maryclaire@buttonwoodnaturecenter.org.
URL:https://www.explorefranklincountypa.com/event/winter-spring-summer-fall-soar-bird-walks-buttonwood-nature-center-waynesboro/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Buttonwood Nature Center\, 10356 Amsterdam Road\, Waynesboro\, PA\, 17268\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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SUMMARY:April Events | Cowans Gap\, Fort Loudon
DESCRIPTION:Saturday April 18th\, 2026 * 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nJoin us for Earth Day focused volunteer workday!\nProjects will include work on the Nature Center Gardens\, clean-up of the trails and park\, tree planting\, and more\nPre-registration is strongly suggested but not required.\nSaturday April 25th\, 2026 * 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM\nJoin us on National Birding Day to discover what birds call the park home!\nWe will discuss different tips and tricks to identifying the various birds.\nBring your binoculars!\nWe will meet at the Amphitheater and go around the Lakeside Trail.\nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.explorefranklincountypa.com/event/april-events-cowans-gap-fort-loudon/
LOCATION:Cowans Gap State Park\, 6235 Aughwick\, Ft Loudon\, PA\, 17224\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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SUMMARY:Franklin County 4- Beef Club Preview Show | Chambersburg Rod & Gun Club
DESCRIPTION:Saturday April 18th\, 2026 * 10:00 AM\nYou’re Invited to the Franklin County 4‑H Beef Club Preview Show!\nCome out and cheer on our amazing 4‑H youth as they kick off the 2026 season with their Market Steer projects!\nThis is a great opportunity to meet the youth\, learn about their hard work and dedication\, and get a first look at this year’s beef projects.\nWhether you’re a supporter of local agriculture\, a former 4‑H’er\, or simply love community events\, we’d love to have you join us!\nSave the Date for the Livestock Roundup & Sale!\nSaturday\, August 8\, 2026 * Market Beef Show – 9:00 AM & Livestock Sale – 5:45 PM\nLet’s pack the stands and show these youth that their efforts matter.\nSee you there!
URL:https://www.explorefranklincountypa.com/event/franklin-county-4-beef-club-preview-show-chambersburg-rod-gun-club/
LOCATION:Chambersburg Rod & Gun Club\, 3725 Warm Spring Road\, Chambersburg\, PA\, 17202\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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SUMMARY:Historical Programs | Conococheague Institute\, Mercersburg
DESCRIPTION:You can make every week an adventure\, with free historic programs at CI every Saturday year-round!\nOur Revolutionary Homestead living history programs change with the seasons: Help bake bread\, plant seeds in the garden\, feed the sheep\, or play games in the tavern\, there is always something happening.\nContact us for more details.\nEvery Saturday\, the gift shop\, exhibits and bathrooms are also open from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
URL:https://www.explorefranklincountypa.com/event/historical-programs-conococheague-institute-mercersburg/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Conococheague Institute\, 12995 Bain Road\, Mercersburg\, PA\, 17236
CATEGORIES:Fun Workshops,General
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SUMMARY:Central PA Chainsaw Carvers Festival | Shippensburg Fairgrounds
DESCRIPTION:Thursday April 16th\, 2026 * 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nFriday April 17th\, 2026 * 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM\nSaturday April 18th\, 2026 * 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM\nLive Chainsaw Carving.\nProfessional Carvers from across the country.\nOne-of-a-Kind carvings for sale & auctions.\nScavenger hunt for all ages.\nBeard contest.\nFood trucks and craft vendors.\nFree admission and parking.\n 
URL:https://www.explorefranklincountypa.com/event/central-pa-chainsaw-carvers-festival-shippensburg-fairgrounds/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Shippensburg Fair Grounds\, 10131 Possum Hollow Road\, Shippensburg\, PA\, 17257
CATEGORIES:Competitions,General
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SUMMARY:Youth Entrepreneur Market | Shippensburg Fairgrounds
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 18\, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM\nThe Shippensburg Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to introduce a new addition to the Central PA Chainsaw Carvers Festival — the Youth Entrepreneur Market.\n\nThis first-year event provides kids and teens (up to age 18) the opportunity to sell crafts\, art\, and handmade goods in a real festival setting.\nRegistration is $10 and includes a $10 food voucher.\n\nBooth space is 10′ x 10′.\nVendors must provide their own canopy and table.\n717.532.5509 | office@shippensburg.org
URL:https://www.explorefranklincountypa.com/event/youth-entrepreneur-market-shippensburg-fairgrounds/
LOCATION:Shippensburg Community Fair Grounds\, 10131 Possum Hollow Road\, Shippensburg\, PA\, 17257
CATEGORIES:Festivals,General
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SUMMARY:2026 Opening Day Celebration | Renfrew Museum & Park\, Waynesboro
DESCRIPTION:Saturday April 18th\, 2026 * 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM\nFREE ADMISSION\nYou’re invited to join us for our annual OPENING DAY celebration as we welcome the start of a busy and exciting 2026 season during our first signature event of the year!\nEnjoy a FREE family friendly day of engaging living history demonstrations including hearth cooking\, period toys and games\, textile work\, heirloom gardening and more!\nView a special display of antique farm machinery.\nLearn about the new Renfrew Mill as it nears completion.\nExplore our industrial farming heritage and the enterprises that once thrived here.\nDiscover the families who called “Renfrew” home and how they lived\, worked and played.\nHistoric structures throughout the park will be OPEN and occupied by historical interpreters and docents.\nFull details at https://www.renfrewmuseum.org/openingday/!\nMORE DETAILS TO COME!\nPARK HOURS: Our entire property is open from dawn to dusk\, so feel free to explore the rest of the farmstead\, Little Antietam Creek\, and our nature trails!\nPack lunch\nPARKING: Free parking is available at the Visitors Center and Welty Road lots.\nNo vehicles will be permitted to drive onto the farmstead.\nRESTROOMS: Portable toilet facilities located near the Welty lot.\nVisitors Center restrooms will be open during event hours only
URL:https://www.explorefranklincountypa.com/event/2026-opening-day-celebration-renfrew-museum-park-waynesboro/
LOCATION:Renfrew Museum & Park\, 1010 East Main Street\, Waynesboro\, PA\, 17268\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T120000
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SUMMARY:Boro Pickle Party | Downtown Waynesboro
DESCRIPTION:Saturday April 18th\, 2026 * 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM\nPickle Party in Downtown Waynesboro!\nGet ready to relish the fun at the Pickle Party in downtown Waynesboro\, PA!\nJoin us for a full afternoon of pickle-themed excitement.\nStroll through downtown and enjoy pickle-inspired foods\, local vendors\, shopping\, activities\, and plenty of surprises along the way.\nThis family-friendly event is the perfect excuse to grab friends\, explore local businesses\, and celebrate all things pickle.\nCome hungry\, come curious\, and come ready for a dill-lightful time!\nInterested in being a vendor?\nPlease email Carrie Carbaugh at carriec@mainstreetwaynesboro.org\nAll vendors must have pickle themed items for sale.
URL:https://www.explorefranklincountypa.com/event/boro-pickle-party-downtown-waynesboro/
LOCATION:Downtown Waynesboro\, Downtown Waynesboro\, Waynesboro\, PA\, 17268
CATEGORIES:Festivals,General
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SUMMARY:Franklin County America250PA Parade | Downtown Chambersburg
DESCRIPTION:Roll\, Ride\, March\, or Dance — Join Franklin County’s EPIC America250PA Parade on April 18th\, 2026 * 1:00 PM\nJoin the celebration.\nYouth groups\, Jeep clubs\, classic car owners\, veterans’ organizations\, civic groups\, historical societies\, church groups\, tractor and farm organizations\, fire companies\, horse riders\, marching bands\, dance groups\, and community performers of all kinds are invited to be part of this milestone celebration.\nRoll\, ride\, march\, or dance\, but come out to showcase your organization’s spirit in your own creative way.\nThe EPIC Franklin County Parade is designed to bring together the full spectrum of Franklin County’s talent\, heritage\, and community pride.\nIt is a chance to celebrate your story\, represent your community\, and help make the 250th anniversary of America unforgettable.\nPennsylvania’s statewide America250PA celebration embraces the acronym EPIC—Educate\, Preserve\, Innovate\, Celebrate.\nIn that spirit\, the Franklin County America250PA Parade will highlight education\, preservation\, innovation\, and the joy of community celebration.\nParade divisions will feature themes including innovation\, arts\, nature\, history\, preservation\, Franklin County communities\, veterans\, agriculture\, and more.\nBest of all\, there is no entry fee\, and participants will have the opportunity to compete for $5\,000 in cash prizes.\nFor details and to view the entry categories\, download the parade registration form here.\nThe EPIC Franklin County Parade aims to bring to life the stories of the people\, organizations\, communities\, and businesses that shape Franklin County—showcasing its history\, culture\, and spirit while inspiring residents and visitors to explore more of what the county offers.\nFor questions\, contact 717.552.2977 or email pr.fcvb@gmail.com.\nFor more to see and do in Franklin County\, visit ExploreFranklinCountyPA.com.\nTo stay informed about America250PA Franklin County activities\, visit America250PAFranklinCounty.com.\nhttp://www.America250PAFranklinCounty.com\n 
URL:https://www.explorefranklincountypa.com/event/franklin-county-america250pa-parade-downtown-chambersburg/
LOCATION:Downtown Chambersburg\, Chambersburg\, PA\, 17201\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tuscarora Daffodil Show | First Lutheran Church\, Chambersburg
DESCRIPTION:Saturday April 18th\, 2026 * 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM & Sunday April 19th\, 2026 * 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nOpen to the public.\nFree Admission
URL:https://www.explorefranklincountypa.com/event/tuscarora-daffodil-show-first-lutheran-church-chambersburg/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:First Lutheran Church\, 43 West Washington Street\, Chambersburg\, PA\, 17201\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T150000
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SUMMARY:Mendelssohn: Elijah | Mercersburg Community Chorus & Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 18th & Sunday April 19th\, 2026 * 3:00 PM\nAbigail Rethwisch\, soprano\nSarah Coit\, mezzo-soprano\nSteve Carroll\, tenor\nTad Ennen\, bass\nMark Hartman\, conductor\nFree Will Offering | Limited Seating | Early Arrival Recommended\nIrvine Memorial Chapel at Mercersburg Academy
URL:https://www.explorefranklincountypa.com/event/mendelssohn-elijah-mercersburg-community-chorus-orchestra/
LOCATION:Irvine Memorial Chapel\, Mercersburg Academy\, Mercersburg\, PA\, 17236\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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SUMMARY:Bowling for Backpacks | Sunshine Lanes\, Waynesboro
DESCRIPTION:Saturday April 18th\, 2026 * 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nRoll into a great cause for just $15 – shoes and two games included!\nWe’ll have food\, drinks\, raffle prizes\, and plenty of friendly competition.\nEvery ticket helps support local kids in our community.\nOur Backpack Buddies Program fights food insecurity by providing weekend meals to more than 350 Waynesboro Area School District students every single week.\nYour participation helps ensure no child goes hungry when school is closed.\nKeep an eye out for more posts about this program and the amazing work that goes into it!\nGrab your family and friends and let’s bowl for a brighter future!\nIf you are unable to attend\, please consider making a donation at: https://wchs-pa.org/how-you-can-help/ 
URL:https://www.explorefranklincountypa.com/event/bowling-for-backpacks-sunshine-lanes-waynesboro/
LOCATION:Sunshine Lanes\, 11924 Buchanan Trail E\, Waynesboro\, PA\, 17268\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T210000
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SUMMARY:Live Music | Berg Brewing\, Chambersburg
DESCRIPTION:Upstairs in Sherk’s Lounge for Live Music Saturdays * 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM\nMarch 21st | Drew Adams\nMarch 28th | Steph & That Guy\nApril 4th | Th Brahman Noodles\nApril 11th | Big Chalk\nApril 18th | Dead Horse\nApril 25th | Cameron Molloy\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.explorefranklincountypa.com/event/live-music-berg-brewing-chambersburg/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Berg Brewing\, 100 South Main St.\, Chambersburg\, PA\, 17201\, United States
CATEGORIES:General,Live Music
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