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
Tuesday July 14th - Friday July 17th, 2026 * 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Kids ages 6-13 will dive into fun, hands-on adventures in nature and history, from colonial life and historic games to stream life and creative crafts. Learn more and register now for the early-bird discounts by clicking HERE
Saturday June 6th | Fayetteville Friday June 19th | Mont Alto Friday June 26th | Walnut Bottom Saturday July 4th | Chambersburg, Waynesboro & Shippensburg Friday July 10th | Newville Saturday July 11th | Fannettsburg Thursday June 23rd | South Mountain Saturday June 25th | Shippensburg Friday July 31st | Greencastle Friday August 7th | […]
Now through the end of July celebrate America250PA Franklin County with: Stars Stripes & Stitches a patriotic quilt exhibit at the Franklin County Visitors Center. The patriotic exhibit of handmade quilts is shared in partnership with the Chambersburg Quilt Guild and friends of FCVB. See a variety of styles of quilting donning the red, white […]
Mondays: June 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th * 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM This summer, we have five exciting new sessions of educational FUN! Wee Wonders registration is full series only. Check out the series flier Taught by educators from Buttonwood Nature Center, age-appropriate program activities make learning fun, and include exploring the outdoors, […]
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! […]
Franklin County Library System Launches Spring Walking Clubs to Boost Community Health Starting in April 2026, walking clubs will be held at locations across the County—downtown routes, parks, and scenic trails—inviting residents to get active, connect with their community, and enjoy the fresh spring air. Click Here for walking schedule
Monday, Wednesday, Friday January 2nd - December 30th, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Looking for a place to play pickleball this year? We've got you covered with our open gym! Drop i cost per visit: $5 / $4 Boro Residents Membership Pass: $75 / $65 Boro Residents To purchase a membership, participants must […]
Penn State Extension in Franklin County is offering free testing on the first Wednesday of every month at the Franklin County Extension Office, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM No need to bring your entire canner, just the lid. Sign up is not required. If you are unable to make one of these dates, you can […]
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
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
4-day camps running from June 1st - July 16th, 2026. Registration is now open for Summer at Shalom, Shalom Christian Academy's summer camps filled with fun, creativity, learning, and skill-building for students entering Kindergarten through 10th grade. These 4 days camps are open to both Shalom students and children in the community and are led […]
Thursday June 4th & July 9th, 2026 * 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM | Doors Open at 5:00 PM & first game starts at 6:30 PM Cost:$45 per person (includes 10 games and a small house plant)Additional bingo books (10 cards per book) available for purchase upon arrival. Event Highlights: Bingo Games: Enjoy 10 exciting […]
Thursday June 4th, 2026 - Thursday July 30th, 2026 Sit back and enjoy live music on the lawn behind the Royer Museum House on Thursday evenings this summer! All concerts begin at 6:30 PM and are free to the public. See list of dates & performers HERE (Donations are gratefully accepted.) Bring a chair or […]
Thursday April 23rd, 2026 * 7:00 PM "Life of James Buchanan", Upper West Conococheague Presbyterian Church, West Seminary St. Mercersburg Borough Council will present the James Buchanan Award Thursday May 21st, 2026 * 7:00 PM Fort Sumter, James Buchanan, Genesis of the Civil War, Trinity United Church of Christ, East Seminary St. Presenter - Thomas Steiger […]
Little Apprentices Preschool is now enrolling for the 2026-2027 School Year! Spots are limited, so please email katie.wilmot@franklinctc.com promptly to get your spot. Little Apprentices Preschool is a lab school located right here in CareerTech's Early Childhood Education Classroom! Children from all school districts are welcome! Children will enjoy centers, circle time, snacks, exercise play, […]
Friday May 29th - Saturday June 13th, 2026 (select days & times) The Broadway musical sensation A Night with Janis Joplin explodes onto the Totem Pole Playhouse stage in a powerhouse celebration of one of rock and roll’s most unforgettable voices. Totem Pole Playhouse is proud to present the regional premiere, becoming the first professional theatre in the […]
Conservation Count Who: Vern Gauthier, 717.385.9526, verngauthier14@gmail.com What: PA BREEDING BIRD BLITZ all day or one or more of the 11 days. Join a team to help raise funds for PA Conservation sponsored by the PA Society for Ornithology. When: June 5th -15th, Friday-Monday Where: See www.breedingbirdblitz.org for info. Workshop Who: Pre-register with Dave Cooney, 717.264.2116 […]
June 5th * 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Bird Watchers Join the park educator on a walk around the Lakeside Trail to discover what birds are visiting the park! Bring your binoculars & meet at the amphitheater. June 6th * 8:15 PM - 9:30 PM | Bat Night Come enjoy a night under the […]
Friday, June 5, 2026 * 7:15 AM: Sign-In and Registration | 8:00 AM: Shotgun Start, Foursome Scramble An 18-hole Par 72 course that stretches over 6,900 yards of beautifully maintained terrain, offering a blend of challenge and charm for golfers of all skill levels Click REGISTER at top to play or Click SPONSOR at top to SUPPORT this event! […]
Fridays June 5th, 2026 - August 7th, 2026 * 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM Find your Zen at the Aquatic Center this summer with Poolside Yoga, you can drop in or pre-register for sessions HERE Ages 15 + $10/$9 per class, per person
Friday June 5th, 2026 Tee off with us for a day of fun, friendly competition, and valuable networking at the 28th Annual Greencastle-Antrim Chamber Golf Tournament! Gather your team and join us on the greens. 8:00 AM - Check-In & Breakfast/Bloody Mary Bar 9:00 AM - Shotgun Start Lunch on-the-go during Play 2:00 PM - […]
Saturday June 6th, 2026 * 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM Chicken BBQ Available and Kitchen Will Be Open Lots of Outdoor Vendors (outdoor vendor sorts FREE that day) Call or text to reserve spot to set-up as a vendor - 717.331.2018
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 […]
May 30th, 2026 - November 21st, 2026 * 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM North Square Farmers Market opens for the season — and we can’t wait to see you there. Come out to Chambers Fort Park for the freshest local produce, homemade goods, and the kind of Saturday morning that actually feels like a Saturday […]
Saturday, May 30th at 3:00 PM | Sunday, May 31st at 3:00 PM | Saturday, June 6th at 7:00 PM | Sunday, June 7th at 7:00 PM Veronica Blather is a sweet little old lady who spends her days quilting and solving murders—most of which, inconveniently, seem to happen wherever she goes. As a result, […]
Thursday May 28th * 7:00 PM - Cameron Mollory & The Drivin' Wheel Sunday June 7th * 7:00 PM - The Millers Thursday June 11th * 7:00 PM - Christopher Dean Band Sunday June 14th * 7:00 PM - Reunited Thursday June 18th * 7:00 PM - Tim Yeager Thursday June 25th * 7:00 PM […]
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
Tuesday July 14th - Friday July 17th, 2026 * 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Kids ages 6-13 will dive into fun, hands-on adventures in nature and history, from colonial life and historic games to stream life and creative crafts. Learn more and register now for the early-bird discounts by clicking HERE
Dig into Adventure for Ages 9+ Mondays from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | June 8th - July 27th, 2026 Mother Goose on the Loose Ages 0 - 3 Wednesdays from 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Splash of the Past for Ages 4 - 8 years old Thursdays from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | […]
Now through the end of July celebrate America250PA Franklin County with: Stars Stripes & Stitches a patriotic quilt exhibit at the Franklin County Visitors Center. The patriotic exhibit of handmade quilts is shared in partnership with the Chambersburg Quilt Guild and friends of FCVB. See a variety of styles of quilting donning the red, white […]
Monday June 8th & Tuesday June 9th, 2026 * 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Area students are invited to join Buttonwood Nature Center at Orvis Hill Country for a 2-day outdoor adventure camp—learn all about fly fishing, the art of fly-tying and so much more on the beautiful property of Orvis Hill Country. Overview: Experience […]
Monday June 8th - Friday June 12th, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM Sharpen your soccer skills before colling off in the pool at our Soccer & Rec Swim Camp! $125 | $115 Boro Resident Register by May 26th by call 717.261-3275.
Monday June 8th & Tuesday June 9th, 2026 * 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Area students are invited to join Buttonwood Nature Center at Orvis Hill Country for a 2-day outdoor adventure camp—learn all about fly fishing, the art of fly-tying and so much more on the beautiful property of Orvis Hill Country. Overview: Experience […]
Tuesdays, June 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th and July 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th * 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM This year’s theme is “Oh, The places you go—in summer!” Join Buttonwood staff and volunteers for story times about the different places often visited in summer. Each story will be followed by a craft. For kids age […]
Tuesday April 14th, 2026 * 5:45 PM (Every 2nd Tuesday) Our monthly, by-donation Community Meal was imagined and begun upon completion of our new building in 2018 and has continued without interruption. In the last few years, it has doubled in size. We're thrilled to be able to welcome so many neighbors in for delicious, […]
Franklin County Library System Launches Spring Walking Clubs to Boost Community Health Starting in April 2026, walking clubs will be held at locations across the County—downtown routes, parks, and scenic trails—inviting residents to get active, connect with their community, and enjoy the fresh spring air. Click Here for walking schedule
2nd & 4th Wednesday each month * 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM If you have littles at home and are looking for a warm place to get some wiggles out during the winter, come on over to First Assembly. Bring ride on toys for your preschoolers and we'll provide coffee for YOU! For more information […]
Monday, Wednesday, Friday January 2nd - December 30th, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Looking for a place to play pickleball this year? We've got you covered with our open gym! Drop i cost per visit: $5 / $4 Boro Residents Membership Pass: $75 / $65 Boro Residents To purchase a membership, participants must […]
Penn State Extension in Franklin County is offering free testing on the first Wednesday of every month at the Franklin County Extension Office, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM No need to bring your entire canner, just the lid. Sign up is not required. If you are unable to make one of these dates, you can […]
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
4-day camps running from June 1st - July 16th, 2026. Registration is now open for Summer at Shalom, Shalom Christian Academy's summer camps filled with fun, creativity, learning, and skill-building for students entering Kindergarten through 10th grade. These 4 days camps are open to both Shalom students and children in the community and are led […]
Thursday June 11th, 2026 * 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Learn all about streams and the critters who live in them in a summer fun day camp! Spend the day with Buttonwood educators as you explore the wonders of water! Campers will have the chance to study macroinvertebrates up close, create a craft, and play […]
Thursday June 11th, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM (2 sessions) Join us for a relaxing and creative workshop as we design a beautiful, pressed flower moon on an 8x8 canvas $45 per person Click Here for tickets: https://square.link/u/itI9OhlM No experience needed — beginner friendly and we’ll guide […]
Thursday May 28th * 7:00 PM - Cameron Mollory & The Drivin' Wheel Sunday June 7th * 7:00 PM - The Millers Thursday June 11th * 7:00 PM - Christopher Dean Band Sunday June 14th * 7:00 PM - Reunited Thursday June 18th * 7:00 PM - Tim Yeager Thursday June 25th * 7:00 PM […]
Little Apprentices Preschool is now enrolling for the 2026-2027 School Year! Spots are limited, so please email katie.wilmot@franklinctc.com promptly to get your spot. Little Apprentices Preschool is a lab school located right here in CareerTech's Early Childhood Education Classroom! Children from all school districts are welcome! Children will enjoy centers, circle time, snacks, exercise play, […]
Friday May 29th - Saturday June 13th, 2026 (select days & times) The Broadway musical sensation A Night with Janis Joplin explodes onto the Totem Pole Playhouse stage in a powerhouse celebration of one of rock and roll’s most unforgettable voices. Totem Pole Playhouse is proud to present the regional premiere, becoming the first professional theatre in the […]
June 12th - 20th, 2026 Kitchen opens every night at 5:30 PM: Burgers, Fresh Cut Fries, Homemade Soups, Funnel Cakes, Deep Fried Oreos and more. All major credit cards accepted (kitchen only) $5.00 off ride all night price | Family Night is Monday June 12th Night Entertainment at 7:00 PM each night: Fireworks Friday June […]
Fridays June 5th, 2026 - August 7th, 2026 * 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM Find your Zen at the Aquatic Center this summer with Poolside Yoga, you can drop in or pre-register for sessions HERE Ages 15 + $10/$9 per class, per person
Join Us for Our 2nd Chef’s Dinner! Friday June 12th, 2026 * 6:00 PM Experience an unforgettable evening as Chef John presents a specially curated four-course menu designed to delight every palate: First Course: Antipasto Platter Second Course: Oxtail Ravioli Third Course: Seabass with Saffron Risotto Fourth Course: Panna Cotta $75 per person - (Alcohol […]
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 […]
June 12th - 20th, 2026 Kitchen opens every night at 5:30 PM: Burgers, Fresh Cut Fries, Homemade Soups, Funnel Cakes, Deep Fried Oreos and more. All major credit cards accepted (kitchen only) $5.00 off ride all night price | Family Night is Monday June 12th Night Entertainment at 7:00 PM each night: Fireworks Friday June […]
Saturday June 13th, 2026 Car Show Registration Starts at 8:00 AM | A $10 Registration Fee with each Entry, and each Entry will be eligible for Door Prizes. Dash Plaques to First 100 register, plus "Williamson Ruritan Best of Show" Trophies to Top 10 Cars & Top 5 Trucks, plus Top 2 Tractors, Top 2 […]
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 […]
May 30th, 2026 - November 21st, 2026 * 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM North Square Farmers Market opens for the season — and we can’t wait to see you there. Come out to Chambers Fort Park for the freshest local produce, homemade goods, and the kind of Saturday morning that actually feels like a Saturday […]
June 12th - 20th, 2026 Kitchen opens every night at 5:30 PM: Burgers, Fresh Cut Fries, Homemade Soups, Funnel Cakes, Deep Fried Oreos and more. All major credit cards accepted (kitchen only) $5.00 off ride all night price | Family Night is Monday June 12th Night Entertainment at 7:00 PM each night: Fireworks Friday June […]
Friday April 10th * 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM Berry Bowl/Colander Hand Building Class: Using soft slabs and plenty of opportunity to carve or make texture, this class is all about fun & self-expression. 18+, beginner-level+/ Saturday April 11th * 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Jewelry Plate w/Sculpture Class: Beginner-friendly class for ages 7-17. Create […]
Friday June 5th * 6:00 PM | Hand-Building - 2 Candle Sticks Saturday June 6th * 10:00 AM | Children Try the Wheel Class Sunday June 14th * 1:00 PM | Tween/Teen Wheel Throwing Class Thursday June 18th * 6:00 PM | Refining and expanding skills on the potter's wheel (for current guild members) Saturday […]
Sunday June 14th, 2026 * 2:00 PM Shippensburg America 250 Parade Join us as Shippensburg celebrates our nation’s 250th anniversary with a community parade on Flag Day – Sunday, June 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM in Downtown Shippensburg. The parade is the first in a series of special events planned by the Shippensburg America 250 […]
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
Tuesday July 14th - Friday July 17th, 2026 * 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Kids ages 6-13 will dive into fun, hands-on adventures in nature and history, from colonial life and historic games to stream life and creative crafts. Learn more and register now for the early-bird discounts by clicking HERE
Dig into Adventure for Ages 9+ Mondays from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | June 8th - July 27th, 2026 Mother Goose on the Loose Ages 0 - 3 Wednesdays from 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Splash of the Past for Ages 4 - 8 years old Thursdays from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | […]
June 12th - 20th, 2026 Kitchen opens every night at 5:30 PM: Burgers, Fresh Cut Fries, Homemade Soups, Funnel Cakes, Deep Fried Oreos and more. All major credit cards accepted (kitchen only) $5.00 off ride all night price | Family Night is Monday June 12th Night Entertainment at 7:00 PM each night: Fireworks Friday June […]
Now through the end of July celebrate America250PA Franklin County with: Stars Stripes & Stitches a patriotic quilt exhibit at the Franklin County Visitors Center. The patriotic exhibit of handmade quilts is shared in partnership with the Chambersburg Quilt Guild and friends of FCVB. See a variety of styles of quilting donning the red, white […]
Mondays: June 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th * 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM This summer, we have five exciting new sessions of educational FUN! Wee Wonders registration is full series only. Check out the series flier Taught by educators from Buttonwood Nature Center, age-appropriate program activities make learning fun, and include exploring the outdoors, […]
Mondays June 8th, 2026 - August 3rd, 2026 * 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Dulcimer Workshop for Beginners will be hosted by Deb Strite. Spaces are limited to 10 people, ages 6 years old - adult, dulcimers will be provided for the class. Please call the library at 717.328.9233 to reserve your spot. No Fee! […]
June 12th - 20th, 2026 Kitchen opens every night at 5:30 PM: Burgers, Fresh Cut Fries, Homemade Soups, Funnel Cakes, Deep Fried Oreos and more. All major credit cards accepted (kitchen only) $5.00 off ride all night price | Family Night is Monday June 12th Night Entertainment at 7:00 PM each night: Fireworks Friday June […]
Tuesdays, June 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th and July 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th * 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM This year’s theme is “Oh, The places you go—in summer!” Join Buttonwood staff and volunteers for story times about the different places often visited in summer. Each story will be followed by a craft. For kids age […]
Franklin County Library System Launches Spring Walking Clubs to Boost Community Health Starting in April 2026, walking clubs will be held at locations across the County—downtown routes, parks, and scenic trails—inviting residents to get active, connect with their community, and enjoy the fresh spring air. Click Here for walking schedule
June 12th - 20th, 2026 Kitchen opens every night at 5:30 PM: Burgers, Fresh Cut Fries, Homemade Soups, Funnel Cakes, Deep Fried Oreos and more. All major credit cards accepted (kitchen only) $5.00 off ride all night price | Family Night is Monday June 12th Night Entertainment at 7:00 PM each night: Fireworks Friday June […]
Monday, Wednesday, Friday January 2nd - December 30th, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Looking for a place to play pickleball this year? We've got you covered with our open gym! Drop i cost per visit: $5 / $4 Boro Residents Membership Pass: $75 / $65 Boro Residents To purchase a membership, participants must […]
Penn State Extension in Franklin County is offering free testing on the first Wednesday of every month at the Franklin County Extension Office, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM No need to bring your entire canner, just the lid. Sign up is not required. If you are unable to make one of these dates, you can […]
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
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
4-day camps running from June 1st - July 16th, 2026. Registration is now open for Summer at Shalom, Shalom Christian Academy's summer camps filled with fun, creativity, learning, and skill-building for students entering Kindergarten through 10th grade. These 4 days camps are open to both Shalom students and children in the community and are led […]
June 12th - 20th, 2026 Kitchen opens every night at 5:30 PM: Burgers, Fresh Cut Fries, Homemade Soups, Funnel Cakes, Deep Fried Oreos and more. All major credit cards accepted (kitchen only) $5.00 off ride all night price | Family Night is Monday June 12th Night Entertainment at 7:00 PM each night: Fireworks Friday June […]
THURSDAY JUNE 18th, 2026 * 6:00 PM The Middleburg/Mason-Dixon Line Historical Society will meet at the State Line Ruritan Building, 15481 Park Drive, located off Route 11 at the State Line, PA Community Park. A picnic meal will precede the program. Each person is asked to bring a dish to share (meat, side, dessert, or […]
Friday June 5th * 6:00 PM | Hand-Building - 2 Candle Sticks Saturday June 6th * 10:00 AM | Children Try the Wheel Class Sunday June 14th * 1:00 PM | Tween/Teen Wheel Throwing Class Thursday June 18th * 6:00 PM | Refining and expanding skills on the potter's wheel (for current guild members) Saturday […]
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 […]
Little Apprentices Preschool is now enrolling for the 2026-2027 School Year! Spots are limited, so please email katie.wilmot@franklinctc.com promptly to get your spot. Little Apprentices Preschool is a lab school located right here in CareerTech's Early Childhood Education Classroom! Children from all school districts are welcome! Children will enjoy centers, circle time, snacks, exercise play, […]
June 19th - July 4th, 2026 Come From Away | Regional Premiere Totem Pole Playhouse is proud to present the Regional Premiere of one of the most uplifting and celebrated musicals of the modern era—Come from Away. In the days following September 11, 2001, when the United States closed its airspace, 38 planes carrying nearly 7,000 passengers were […]
June 12th - 20th, 2026 Kitchen opens every night at 5:30 PM: Burgers, Fresh Cut Fries, Homemade Soups, Funnel Cakes, Deep Fried Oreos and more. All major credit cards accepted (kitchen only) $5.00 off ride all night price | Family Night is Monday June 12th Night Entertainment at 7:00 PM each night: Fireworks Friday June […]
Fridays June 5th, 2026 - August 7th, 2026 * 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM Find your Zen at the Aquatic Center this summer with Poolside Yoga, you can drop in or pre-register for sessions HERE Ages 15 + $10/$9 per class, per person
Join Rep. Chad Reichard at the Greater Waynesboro Chamber of Commerce for this open forum on the third Friday of each month from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Attendees are encouraged to raise any state related issue they may have during these meetings. Enjoy coffee and some conversation. 118 Walnut St. Suite #111
Friday June 19th, 2026 - Sunday June 21st, 2026 Open Friday & Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM & Sunday 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Admission: $5 Adult, 17 & under are free Colonial artisan vendors on site! Live early American and Celtic music. Craft demonstrations. Wares for sale. Blacksmithing, pottery, glassware, tin ware, knives, […]
June 12th - 20th, 2026 Kitchen opens every night at 5:30 PM: Burgers, Fresh Cut Fries, Homemade Soups, Funnel Cakes, Deep Fried Oreos and more. All major credit cards accepted (kitchen only) $5.00 off ride all night price | Family Night is Monday June 12th Night Entertainment at 7:00 PM each night: Fireworks Friday June […]
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 […]
May 30th, 2026 - November 21st, 2026 * 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM North Square Farmers Market opens for the season — and we can’t wait to see you there. Come out to Chambers Fort Park for the freshest local produce, homemade goods, and the kind of Saturday morning that actually feels like a Saturday […]
Open Saturdays May 23rd, 2026, to September 26th, 2026 * 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM Locally Grown Produce, Meat, Plants, Crafts, Baked Goods & Honey Shop Local If interested in being a market sponsor or a vendor, please reach out to Carrie Carbaugh at carriec@mainstreetwaynesboro.org
Friday June 19th, 2026 - Sunday June 21st, 2026 Open Friday & Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM & Sunday 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Admission: $5 Adult, 17 & under are free Colonial artisan vendors on site! Live early American and Celtic music. Craft demonstrations. Wares for sale. Blacksmithing, pottery, glassware, tin ware, knives, […]
Sunday June 21st, 2026 * 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Our Father's Day BBQ Bash is going to be the biggest Father's Day celebration around! We will be hosting a KCBS sanctioned master's BBQ competition. We will also be hosting a people's choice BBQ competition. You can enter to compete against the best or buy […]
Sunday June 21st, 2026 * 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM Featuring “Cocktails in the Cemetery” Cash Bar | Hors d’oeuvres | Self-guided Cemetery Tours Reservation Tickets: $25 per person/$45 a couple or Tickets at the door: $30 per person/$55 a couple Music by “Reckless Mo & The Backseat Drivers" For tickets, telephone 717.762.2759 or 717.658.6789 […]
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
Tuesday July 14th - Friday July 17th, 2026 * 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Kids ages 6-13 will dive into fun, hands-on adventures in nature and history, from colonial life and historic games to stream life and creative crafts. Learn more and register now for the early-bird discounts by clicking HERE
Dig into Adventure for Ages 9+ Mondays from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | June 8th - July 27th, 2026 Mother Goose on the Loose Ages 0 - 3 Wednesdays from 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Splash of the Past for Ages 4 - 8 years old Thursdays from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | […]
Monday June 22nd, 2026 * 10:00 AM He will also be at Coyle Free Library, Chambersburg that day at 2:00 PM & Fendrick Public Library, Mercersburg at 6:00 PM that evening. There was an excess of bugs and insects throughout Earth's history. Many of which were larger than our imagination allows! This year we explore […]
Now through the end of July celebrate America250PA Franklin County with: Stars Stripes & Stitches a patriotic quilt exhibit at the Franklin County Visitors Center. The patriotic exhibit of handmade quilts is shared in partnership with the Chambersburg Quilt Guild and friends of FCVB. See a variety of styles of quilting donning the red, white […]
Mondays: June 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th * 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM This summer, we have five exciting new sessions of educational FUN! Wee Wonders registration is full series only. Check out the series flier Taught by educators from Buttonwood Nature Center, age-appropriate program activities make learning fun, and include exploring the outdoors, […]
Mondays June 8th, 2026 - August 3rd, 2026 * 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Dulcimer Workshop for Beginners will be hosted by Deb Strite. Spaces are limited to 10 people, ages 6 years old - adult, dulcimers will be provided for the class. Please call the library at 717.328.9233 to reserve your spot. No Fee! […]
Tuesdays, June 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th and July 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th * 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM This year’s theme is “Oh, The places you go—in summer!” Join Buttonwood staff and volunteers for story times about the different places often visited in summer. Each story will be followed by a craft. For kids age […]
4th Tuesday of each month * 6:30 PM Join us for an evening of camaraderie and fun with Stamp Collecting. Whether you're a novice or seasoned veteran you are welcome to join us. Hope to see you there!
Franklin County Library System Launches Spring Walking Clubs to Boost Community Health Starting in April 2026, walking clubs will be held at locations across the County—downtown routes, parks, and scenic trails—inviting residents to get active, connect with their community, and enjoy the fresh spring air. Click Here for walking schedule
Monday, Wednesday, Friday January 2nd - December 30th, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Looking for a place to play pickleball this year? We've got you covered with our open gym! Drop i cost per visit: $5 / $4 Boro Residents Membership Pass: $75 / $65 Boro Residents To purchase a membership, participants must […]
Penn State Extension in Franklin County is offering free testing on the first Wednesday of every month at the Franklin County Extension Office, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM No need to bring your entire canner, just the lid. Sign up is not required. If you are unable to make one of these dates, you can […]
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
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
4-day camps running from June 1st - July 16th, 2026. Registration is now open for Summer at Shalom, Shalom Christian Academy's summer camps filled with fun, creativity, learning, and skill-building for students entering Kindergarten through 10th grade. These 4 days camps are open to both Shalom students and children in the community and are led […]
Thursday June 25th, 2026 * 7:00 PM Friday June 26th, 2026 * 7:00 PM Saturday June 27th, 2026 * 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM Sunday June 28th, 2026 * 2:00 PM Step into the world of Anatevka as you experience the timeless magic of "Fiddler on the Roof." This captivating musical, a reflection on tradition, […]
Thursday May 28th * 7:00 PM - Cameron Mollory & The Drivin' Wheel Sunday June 7th * 7:00 PM - The Millers Thursday June 11th * 7:00 PM - Christopher Dean Band Sunday June 14th * 7:00 PM - Reunited Thursday June 18th * 7:00 PM - Tim Yeager Thursday June 25th * 7:00 PM […]
Little Apprentices Preschool is now enrolling for the 2026-2027 School Year! Spots are limited, so please email katie.wilmot@franklinctc.com promptly to get your spot. Little Apprentices Preschool is a lab school located right here in CareerTech's Early Childhood Education Classroom! Children from all school districts are welcome! Children will enjoy centers, circle time, snacks, exercise play, […]
June 19th - July 4th, 2026 Come From Away | Regional Premiere Totem Pole Playhouse is proud to present the Regional Premiere of one of the most uplifting and celebrated musicals of the modern era—Come from Away. In the days following September 11, 2001, when the United States closed its airspace, 38 planes carrying nearly 7,000 passengers were […]
Fridays June 5th, 2026 - August 7th, 2026 * 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM Find your Zen at the Aquatic Center this summer with Poolside Yoga, you can drop in or pre-register for sessions HERE Ages 15 + $10/$9 per class, per person
Friday June 26th, 2026 * Doors Open at 5:30 PM | Meal at 6:45 PM Buttonwood Nature Center presents our 29th Annual Bay Supper Fundraiser. Crabs, Shrimp, Chicken, Clams, Signature Cocktail, Cash Bar, Live & Silent Auctions, Door Prize, Raffle Drawing, Heads-N-Tails Space is limited - Register & Pay Online Today $100 per person | […]
Thursday June 25th, 2026 * 7:00 PM Friday June 26th, 2026 * 7:00 PM Saturday June 27th, 2026 * 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM Sunday June 28th, 2026 * 2:00 PM Step into the world of Anatevka as you experience the timeless magic of "Fiddler on the Roof." This captivating musical, a reflection on tradition, […]
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 […]
May 30th, 2026 - November 21st, 2026 * 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM North Square Farmers Market opens for the season — and we can’t wait to see you there. Come out to Chambers Fort Park for the freshest local produce, homemade goods, and the kind of Saturday morning that actually feels like a Saturday […]
Open Saturdays May 23rd, 2026, to September 26th, 2026 * 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM Locally Grown Produce, Meat, Plants, Crafts, Baked Goods & Honey Shop Local If interested in being a market sponsor or a vendor, please reach out to Carrie Carbaugh at carriec@mainstreetwaynesboro.org
Saturday June 27th, 2026 * 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM & Sunday June 28th, 2026 * 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM The Rascals Have Been expecting Us: A Civil War Living History & Preservation March Please Note: Battle simulations are not part of the daily programming. This is not a reenactment event. Living history presentations, […]
Thursday June 25th, 2026 * 7:00 PM Friday June 26th, 2026 * 7:00 PM Saturday June 27th, 2026 * 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM Sunday June 28th, 2026 * 2:00 PM Step into the world of Anatevka as you experience the timeless magic of "Fiddler on the Roof." This captivating musical, a reflection on tradition, […]
Friday April 19th * 7:00 PM | Mel Stoltzfus Family Sunday May 3rd * 6:30 PM | The Krabill Family Saturday June 20th * 6:30 PM | The Johnson Bentley Band Sunday June 28th * 6:30 PM | Living Room Sing Along w/Mark & Ruth Nissley Saturday August 22nd * 6:30 PM | True Vintage […]
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
Tuesday July 14th - Friday July 17th, 2026 * 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Kids ages 6-13 will dive into fun, hands-on adventures in nature and history, from colonial life and historic games to stream life and creative crafts. Learn more and register now for the early-bird discounts by clicking HERE
Monday June 29th - Friday July 3rd, 2026 A brand new inclusive summer camp is coming to Camp Penn (Waynesboro) June 29th to July 3rd, created specifically for children to young adults with disabilities. This isn’t your typical fast paced camp, it’s a supportive, welcoming space where our kids can: Build confidence Make real friendships […]
Dig into Adventure for Ages 9+ Mondays from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | June 8th - July 27th, 2026 Mother Goose on the Loose Ages 0 - 3 Wednesdays from 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Splash of the Past for Ages 4 - 8 years old Thursdays from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | […]
Now through the end of July celebrate America250PA Franklin County with: Stars Stripes & Stitches a patriotic quilt exhibit at the Franklin County Visitors Center. The patriotic exhibit of handmade quilts is shared in partnership with the Chambersburg Quilt Guild and friends of FCVB. See a variety of styles of quilting donning the red, white […]
Mondays: June 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th * 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM This summer, we have five exciting new sessions of educational FUN! Wee Wonders registration is full series only. Check out the series flier Taught by educators from Buttonwood Nature Center, age-appropriate program activities make learning fun, and include exploring the outdoors, […]
Monday June 29, 2026 * 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM Many factors can cause oak leaves to scorch, wilt, and defoliate, making accurate diagnosis challenging. This webinar will help participants distinguish between oak wilt, bacterial leaf scorch, and abiotic stressors such as drought by focusing on key symptoms and field patterns. Timed to coincide with […]
Tuesdays, June 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th and July 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th * 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM This year’s theme is “Oh, The places you go—in summer!” Join Buttonwood staff and volunteers for story times about the different places often visited in summer. Each story will be followed by a craft. For kids age […]
Franklin County Library System Launches Spring Walking Clubs to Boost Community Health Starting in April 2026, walking clubs will be held at locations across the County—downtown routes, parks, and scenic trails—inviting residents to get active, connect with their community, and enjoy the fresh spring air. Click Here for walking schedule
Monday, Wednesday, Friday January 2nd - December 30th, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Looking for a place to play pickleball this year? We've got you covered with our open gym! Drop i cost per visit: $5 / $4 Boro Residents Membership Pass: $75 / $65 Boro Residents To purchase a membership, participants must […]
Penn State Extension in Franklin County is offering free testing on the first Wednesday of every month at the Franklin County Extension Office, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM No need to bring your entire canner, just the lid. Sign up is not required. If you are unable to make one of these dates, you can […]
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
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
Little Apprentices Preschool is now enrolling for the 2026-2027 School Year! Spots are limited, so please email katie.wilmot@franklinctc.com promptly to get your spot. Little Apprentices Preschool is a lab school located right here in CareerTech's Early Childhood Education Classroom! Children from all school districts are welcome! Children will enjoy centers, circle time, snacks, exercise play, […]
June 19th - July 4th, 2026 Come From Away | Regional Premiere Totem Pole Playhouse is proud to present the Regional Premiere of one of the most uplifting and celebrated musicals of the modern era—Come from Away. In the days following September 11, 2001, when the United States closed its airspace, 38 planes carrying nearly 7,000 passengers were […]
Fridays June 5th, 2026 - August 7th, 2026 * 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM Find your Zen at the Aquatic Center this summer with Poolside Yoga, you can drop in or pre-register for sessions HERE Ages 15 + $10/$9 per class, per person
First Fridays of the month | April thru October 2026 – 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM Ship First Fridays is a collaboration of local nonprofit groups aimed at getting people out and about in the community and having fun. Join the Cumberland Valley Rails-to-Trails Council at Ship Station for food trucks, a beer garden and live music. […]
Saturday July 4th, 2026 * 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM Join Team Salamander for the Salamander Scramble 5K at the Waynesboro Summer Jubilee on July 4th! The Salamander Scramble is fundraiser for Buttonwood Nature Center | Funds raised support our programs and community events. Register with Team Salamander and Scramble in the Kids Fun Run […]
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 July 4th, 2026 * 8:00 AM 5 Kilometer out and back road course. The course starts in the Shippensburg Memorial Park on road behind the football stadium. The course travels between the Middle School and the High School, around behind the High School and into the Volvo parking lot before returning to and finishing […]
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.