Homework Help | Healthy Snacks | Structured Activities | Social Time with Friends To register online, visit www.bgccs.org Before & After School Nancy Grayson Elementary James Burd Elementary Shippensburg Intermediate After School Only 440 West Washington St. Chambersburg Andrew Buchanan Elementary
Wednesday mornings * 10:30 AM Join us for a Storytime designed for children preschool ages as we share, grow, play and learn together through books and nursery rhymes. Stories Craft time Activities & Playtime Snack time
Annual Christmas Program | Saturday December 20th, 2025 * 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM Writing a Revolutionary War New Years Resolution | Saturday January 3rd, 2026 * 11:00 AM - […]
Wednesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Crochet Class meets every Wednesday at 6:00 PM! For beginners and those that love crochet! Come learn to crochet, make holiday projects as a group or bring a project along. No fee to join the class. If you would like individual instruction to get started, beginner crochet lessons are […]
Homework Help | Healthy Snacks | Structured Activities | Social Time with Friends To register online, visit www.bgccs.org Before & After School Nancy Grayson Elementary James Burd Elementary Shippensburg Intermediate After School Only 440 West Washington St. Chambersburg Andrew Buchanan Elementary
Thursday January 29th, 2026 * 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Join Penn State Extension for Crops Day, your opportunity to gain timely insights from field and forage crops specialists and educators. Discover innovative practices for the upcoming season, explore the latest agronomic research, products, and technology, and reflect on the successes and challenges of 2025 […]
FRIDAY, JANUARY 30, 2026 * 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM SPONSORED BY KEYSTONE HEALTH (https://keystonehealth.org/) In collaboration with IceFest, presented by M&T Bank Celebrate the beauty of IceFest After Dark as you dance the night away at the Capitol Theatre Center’s SNOWFALL BALL! Located in the spacious Wood Center, and featuring stunning views of the […]
Friday, November 7th, 2025 * 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM The evening will showcase the new artwork and include free refreshments in addition to live music from The Flying Matlock's in the adjacent Music Makers space. The 11 featured area artists are Cindy Baker, Ophelia Chambliss, Lina Ferrara, Jean Frey, Richard Gottlieb, Robb Helfrick, Kirby Heltebridle, Leslie […]
SOAR (“Studying Ornithology Around the Region”) bird walks IMPORTANT: Locations rotate year-round among several parks in the region, with Waynesboro’s Antietam Meadow Park as “home base.” Visit THIS PAGE to see the current schedule of locations. (If in doubt about the weather—check Buttonwood’s Facebook page) First and third Saturdays ONLY * Start time: 8:00 AM […]
Annual Christmas Program | Saturday December 20th, 2025 * 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM Writing a Revolutionary War New Years Resolution | Saturday January 3rd, 2026 * 11:00 AM - […]
The 21st Annual Chili-Q at Ice Fest 2026! Saturday, January 31st | Downtown Chambersburg Warm up your winter with one of Ice Fest’s most anticipated traditions—the Chili-Q! Get ready as some of the region’s best professional chefs and talented amateur cooks battle it out for the title of Chili Champion—and YOUR vote decides the winner! […]
Homework Help | Healthy Snacks | Structured Activities | Social Time with Friends To register online, visit www.bgccs.org Before & After School Nancy Grayson Elementary James Burd Elementary Shippensburg Intermediate After School Only 440 West Washington St. Chambersburg Andrew Buchanan Elementary
Who: Kids in grades 6-12 When: The 1st Monday each month Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM Where: Fendrick Library Theme: Different themes each month! Choose your own book to read and discuss, it can be any kind of novel, story, comic, etc. that has some connection to the theme. What: Hosted by youth for youth! […]
Wednesday mornings * 10:30 AM Join us for a Storytime designed for children preschool ages as we share, grow, play and learn together through books and nursery rhymes. Stories Craft time Activities & Playtime Snack time
Wednesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Crochet Class meets every Wednesday at 6:00 PM! For beginners and those that love crochet! Come learn to crochet, make holiday projects as a group or bring a project along. No fee to join the class. If you would like individual instruction to get started, beginner crochet lessons are […]
Homework Help | Healthy Snacks | Structured Activities | Social Time with Friends To register online, visit www.bgccs.org Before & After School Nancy Grayson Elementary James Burd Elementary Shippensburg Intermediate After School Only 440 West Washington St. Chambersburg Andrew Buchanan Elementary
Thursday February 5th, 2026 * 7:00 PM a tribute to Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and Big Bopper John Mueller’s “Winter Dance Party” ® is the official live and authentic re-creation of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper’s final tour and the only show endorsed by the Holly, Valens and Richardson estates. Each live […]
Friday, November 7th, 2025 * 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM The evening will showcase the new artwork and include free refreshments in addition to live music from The Flying Matlock's in the adjacent Music Makers space. The 11 featured area artists are Cindy Baker, Ophelia Chambliss, Lina Ferrara, Jean Frey, Richard Gottlieb, Robb Helfrick, Kirby Heltebridle, Leslie […]
SOAR (“Studying Ornithology Around the Region”) bird walks IMPORTANT: Locations rotate year-round among several parks in the region, with Waynesboro’s Antietam Meadow Park as “home base.” Visit THIS PAGE to see the current schedule of locations. (If in doubt about the weather—check Buttonwood’s Facebook page) First and third Saturdays ONLY * Start time: 8:00 AM […]
Saturday February 7th, 2026 * 10:00 AM Get a head start on your spring garden with this hands-on workshop led by Penn State Master Gardeners. Learn how to create a simple, do-it-yourself mini greenhouse using a milk jug and plant seeds that will thrive through the winter months. The workshop costs $15 and will be […]
Saturday February 7, 2026 * 1:00 PM & 5:00 PM Sit, Stay, and Get Ready for a Howling Good Time! Puppy Pals LIVE is a family fun action-packed show where adopted and rescued dogs perform spectacular stunts and breathtaking feats. Watch as we lead the puppies and audience through challenging and comical tricks as the pooches […]
Homework Help | Healthy Snacks | Structured Activities | Social Time with Friends To register online, visit www.bgccs.org Before & After School Nancy Grayson Elementary James Burd Elementary Shippensburg Intermediate After School Only 440 West Washington St. Chambersburg Andrew Buchanan Elementary
Wednesday mornings * 10:30 AM Join us for a Storytime designed for children preschool ages as we share, grow, play and learn together through books and nursery rhymes. Stories Craft time Activities & Playtime Snack time
Wednesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Crochet Class meets every Wednesday at 6:00 PM! For beginners and those that love crochet! Come learn to crochet, make holiday projects as a group or bring a project along. No fee to join the class. If you would like individual instruction to get started, beginner crochet lessons are […]
Homework Help | Healthy Snacks | Structured Activities | Social Time with Friends To register online, visit www.bgccs.org Before & After School Nancy Grayson Elementary James Burd Elementary Shippensburg Intermediate After School Only 440 West Washington St. Chambersburg Andrew Buchanan Elementary
Friday, November 7th, 2025 * 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM The evening will showcase the new artwork and include free refreshments in addition to live music from The Flying Matlock's in the adjacent Music Makers space. The 11 featured area artists are Cindy Baker, Ophelia Chambliss, Lina Ferrara, Jean Frey, Richard Gottlieb, Robb Helfrick, Kirby Heltebridle, Leslie […]
Second Friday of each month * 7:00 PM 12/12/25 | Holiday gathering FREE READ & POTLUCK meet at Julie’s 1/9/26 | This Land Is Our Land: immigrant’s manifesto (2019), a Suketu Mehta, meet at the Fendrick Library 2/13/26 | Clap When You Land (2020), Elizabeth Acevedo, meet at the Fendrick Library 3/13/26 | The Island […]
SOAR (“Studying Ornithology Around the Region”) bird walks IMPORTANT: Locations rotate year-round among several parks in the region, with Waynesboro’s Antietam Meadow Park as “home base.” Visit THIS PAGE to see the current schedule of locations. (If in doubt about the weather—check Buttonwood’s Facebook page) First and third Saturdays ONLY * Start time: 8:00 AM […]
Saturday February 14th, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Mark your calendars for Shippensburg's 2nd Winterfest!! D.O.I.T. members and Shippensburg University Student Services are excited to be hosting our second event of EVERYTHING Winter including Live carvings, Ice Sculptures, Food Trucks, Entertainment, and LOVE!! This will be a great way to celebrate Valentine's Day […]
"Second Saturday's" * 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Greencastle Senior Activity Center. All Franklin County residents 60+ are welcome!On "Second Saturdays," seniors can hear special presentations from guest speakers, enjoy a catered lunch, participate in health and wellness workshops, and take part in other offered activities. All equipment and materials that are available […]
Homework Help | Healthy Snacks | Structured Activities | Social Time with Friends To register online, visit www.bgccs.org Before & After School Nancy Grayson Elementary James Burd Elementary Shippensburg Intermediate After School Only 440 West Washington St. Chambersburg Andrew Buchanan Elementary
Wednesday mornings * 10:30 AM Join us for a Storytime designed for children preschool ages as we share, grow, play and learn together through books and nursery rhymes. Stories Craft time Activities & Playtime Snack time
Wednesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Crochet Class meets every Wednesday at 6:00 PM! For beginners and those that love crochet! Come learn to crochet, make holiday projects as a group or bring a project along. No fee to join the class. If you would like individual instruction to get started, beginner crochet lessons are […]
Homework Help | Healthy Snacks | Structured Activities | Social Time with Friends To register online, visit www.bgccs.org Before & After School Nancy Grayson Elementary James Burd Elementary Shippensburg Intermediate After School Only 440 West Washington St. Chambersburg Andrew Buchanan Elementary
Third Thursdays Each Month 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM The Healing Together grief support group is for grieving adults (18 & older), who are grieving the death of a loved one (family member or friend) from any circumstance. Current group members are grieving deaths due to illness, accidents, overdose and suicide. This peer-led education/discussion-based group […]
Friday, November 7th, 2025 * 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM The evening will showcase the new artwork and include free refreshments in addition to live music from The Flying Matlock's in the adjacent Music Makers space. The 11 featured area artists are Cindy Baker, Ophelia Chambliss, Lina Ferrara, Jean Frey, Richard Gottlieb, Robb Helfrick, Kirby Heltebridle, Leslie […]
SOAR (“Studying Ornithology Around the Region”) bird walks IMPORTANT: Locations rotate year-round among several parks in the region, with Waynesboro’s Antietam Meadow Park as “home base.” Visit THIS PAGE to see the current schedule of locations. (If in doubt about the weather—check Buttonwood’s Facebook page) First and third Saturdays ONLY * Start time: 8:00 AM […]
Sunday February 22nd, 2026 * 3:00 PM “…a loving testament not only to the everlasting bonds of friendship but also a moving tribute to one of the most iconic voices of the 20th century.” —AroundtheTownChicago.com Always…Patsy Cline is more than a tribute to Patsy who died tragically at age 30 in a plane crash in 1963. Based […]
Homework Help | Healthy Snacks | Structured Activities | Social Time with Friends To register online, visit www.bgccs.org Before & After School Nancy Grayson Elementary James Burd Elementary Shippensburg Intermediate After School Only 440 West Washington St. Chambersburg Andrew Buchanan Elementary
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 10:00 AM or 7:00 PM The Penn State Extension "Agronomic Pesticide Update" is a traditional recertification session offering Core (2 credits) and category (2 credits) credits for private, commercial, and public pesticide applicators. This 2+2 update provides crucial training in pest management decision-making, pest identification, pest life cycles, control alternatives, and […]
Wednesday mornings * 10:30 AM Join us for a Storytime designed for children preschool ages as we share, grow, play and learn together through books and nursery rhymes. Stories Craft time Activities & Playtime Snack time
Wednesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Crochet Class meets every Wednesday at 6:00 PM! For beginners and those that love crochet! Come learn to crochet, make holiday projects as a group or bring a project along. No fee to join the class. If you would like individual instruction to get started, beginner crochet lessons are […]
Homework Help | Healthy Snacks | Structured Activities | Social Time with Friends To register online, visit www.bgccs.org Before & After School Nancy Grayson Elementary James Burd Elementary Shippensburg Intermediate After School Only 440 West Washington St. Chambersburg Andrew Buchanan Elementary
Thursday February 26th, 2026 * 7:00 PM Set upon a normal stage transformed with Ice Creative Entertainment’s world-renowned synthetic ice surface, “Wizard of Oz on Ice” takes the audience on a thrilling journey through the magical land of Oz like never before. Watch as Dorothy and her companions glide effortlessly across the ice, weaving through […]
Friday, November 7th, 2025 * 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM The evening will showcase the new artwork and include free refreshments in addition to live music from The Flying Matlock's in the adjacent Music Makers space. The 11 featured area artists are Cindy Baker, Ophelia Chambliss, Lina Ferrara, Jean Frey, Richard Gottlieb, Robb Helfrick, Kirby Heltebridle, Leslie […]
SOAR (“Studying Ornithology Around the Region”) bird walks IMPORTANT: Locations rotate year-round among several parks in the region, with Waynesboro’s Antietam Meadow Park as “home base.” Visit THIS PAGE to see the current schedule of locations. (If in doubt about the weather—check Buttonwood’s Facebook page) First and third Saturdays ONLY * Start time: 8:00 AM […]
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.
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.
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.