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  • March 2026

  • Mon 23

    Before & After School Programs | Boys & Girls Club of Chambersburg & Shippensburg

    March 23 Before & After School Programs | Boys & Girls Club of Chambersburg & Shippensburg

    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

  • Mon 23

    2026 Summer Camp | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg

    March 23 2026 Summer Camp | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg
    Conococheague Institute 12995 Bain Road, Mercersburg, PA

    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

  • Mon 23

    Read To Dogs | Coyle Free Library, Chambersburg

    March 23 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Coyle Free Library 102 North Main Street, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Monday March 23rd, 2026 * 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Pre-K to 12th grade are invited to this delightful program for beginner and reluctant readers, or if you just want to try it out! Registration is recommended! 717.263.1054 ext 1005 | jbrowning@fclspa.org  

  • Tue 24

    Detective Club | Coyle Free Library, Chambersburg

    March 24 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
    Coyle Free Library 102 North Main Street, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Tuesday March 24th, 2026 * 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Detectives ages 8 & older are welcome to join us as we figure out skills used to help solve crimes […]

  • Tue 24

    Galileo Technic | Chambersburg Recreation Department

    March 24 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Galileo Technic | Chambersburg Recreation Department
    Chambersburg Recreation Department 235 S 3rd St., Chambersburg, PA, PA, United States

    Tuesdays March 10th - April 7th, 2026 * 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM The Chambersburg Recreation Department is excited to announce our partnership with Young Engineers Franklin County to offer the Galileo Technic, The most advanced offering. Ideal for older or STEM focused students. This program features motorized models and more complex mechanical systems, encouraging […]

  • Tue 24

    Terrific Tuesday Theater | Grove Family Library, Chambersburg

    March 24 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Grove Family Library 101 Ragged Edge Road South, Chambersburg, United States

    Tuesday March 24th, 2026 * 6:00 PM the Bad Guys 2 The Bad Guys are struggling to find trust and acceptance in their newly minted lives as Good Guys, when they are pulled out of retirement and forced to do "one last job". Light refreshments will be offered | Free & Open to the public

  • Wed 25

    Preschool Storytime | The Fendrick Library, Mercersburg

    March 25 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Preschool Storytime | The Fendrick Library, Mercersburg
    Fendrick Library 20 North Main Street, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    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

  • Thu 26

    Before & After School Programs | Boys & Girls Club of Chambersburg & Shippensburg

    March 26 Before & After School Programs | Boys & Girls Club of Chambersburg & Shippensburg

    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

  • Thu 26

    Shalom Christian Academy | Summer Camps

    March 26 Shalom Christian Academy | Summer Camps
    Shalom Christian Academy 126 Social Island Road, Chambersburg, PA, United States

     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 […]

  • Fri 27

    Little Apprentices Preschool | Franklin County Career & Technology Center, Chambersburg

    March 27 Little Apprentices Preschool | Franklin County Career & Technology Center, Chambersburg
    Franklin County Career & Technology Center 2463 Loop Road, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    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, […]

  • Sat 28

    Breakfast with the Easter Bunny | Laurel Lakes Rehabilitation and Wellness Center, Chambersburg

    March 28 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am
    Laurel Lakes Rehabilitation and Wellness Center 201 Franklin Farm Lane, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Saturday March 28th, 2026 * 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Make your reservations now for "Breakfast with the Easter Bunny," hosted by Laurel Lakes! Enjoy a complimentary breakfast and activity table for the children, all courtesy of Laurel Lakes! Call today to make your reservations 717.264-2715 by March 23rd. We hope to see you there!

  • Sat 28

    Easter Eggstravaganza | Chambersburg Recreation Department

    March 28 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
    Chambersburg Recreation Department 235 S 3rd St., Chambersburg, PA, PA, United States

    Saturday March 28th, 2026 * 10:30 AM Enjoy a breakfast catered by Chick-Fil-A, pictures with the Easter Bunny, activities, and crafts! All ages are welcome to this event. $5.00 registration fee. Contact the Rec Dept at 717.261.3275  

  • Mon 30

    Before & After School Programs | Boys & Girls Club of Chambersburg & Shippensburg

    March 30 Before & After School Programs | Boys & Girls Club of Chambersburg & Shippensburg

    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

  • Mon 30

    2026 Summer Camp | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg

    March 30 2026 Summer Camp | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg
    Conococheague Institute 12995 Bain Road, Mercersburg, PA

    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

  • Mon 30

    2026 Easter Egg Hunt, Renee Poper Memorial | Greencastle Sportsmans Club

    March 30 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    Greencastle Sportsmans Association 3260 Sportsmans Rd, Greencastle, PA, United States

    Sunday March 30th, 2026 * 1:00 PM Bring the kids! Eggs, Prizes and family fun!

  • Mon 30

    2nd Adult & Kid Easter Egg Hunt | Fort Loudon Community Center

    March 30 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Fort Loudon Community Center 142 Mullen Street, Fort Loudon, PA, United States

    Monday March 30th, 2026 * 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Come out for our 2nd evening Egg Hunt! Kids start at 6:00 PM & Adults at 6:20 Age Groups as follows: 0-3 | 4-6 | 7-9 | 10-12 | 13-18 Adults: 19 and older! Sponsored by Fort Loudon Community Center

    Free
  • Tue 31

    Galileo Technic | Chambersburg Recreation Department

    March 31 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Galileo Technic | Chambersburg Recreation Department
    Chambersburg Recreation Department 235 S 3rd St., Chambersburg, PA, PA, United States

    Tuesdays March 10th - April 7th, 2026 * 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM The Chambersburg Recreation Department is excited to announce our partnership with Young Engineers Franklin County to offer the Galileo Technic, The most advanced offering. Ideal for older or STEM focused students. This program features motorized models and more complex mechanical systems, encouraging […]

  • April 2026

  • Wed 1

    Preschool Storytime | The Fendrick Library, Mercersburg

    April 1 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Preschool Storytime | The Fendrick Library, Mercersburg
    Fendrick Library 20 North Main Street, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    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

  • Thu 2

    Before & After School Programs | Boys & Girls Club of Chambersburg & Shippensburg

    April 2 Before & After School Programs | Boys & Girls Club of Chambersburg & Shippensburg

    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

  • Thu 2

    Shalom Christian Academy | Summer Camps

    April 2 Shalom Christian Academy | Summer Camps
    Shalom Christian Academy 126 Social Island Road, Chambersburg, PA, United States

     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 […]

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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.

 

  • Civil War
  • John Brown
  • Spring Into History
  • Underground Railroad

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.

  • Environmental Centers
  • Franklin County Wildlife
  • Great Golfing
  • Take a Walk

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.