September Saturday September 13th | Season Opening Sunday September 21st | 1 Hour Walking Farm Tour FREE with Admission; Departs promptly at 2:00 PM, find out more HERE Wednesday September 24th * 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Family Fun Night (Rescheduled date from September 17th) Saturday September 27th | Pony Rides FREE with admission […]
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 October 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th, 2025 * 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Designed for kids in grades K to 5th grade. Location: Buttonwood Nature Center in Waynesboro. All program activities are outside, and each week features a different theme. Taught by educators from Buttonwood Nature Center, home of The Institute, programs include educational […]
We're getting closer to this year's Franklin County First Responders and Law Enforcement Trunk or Treat on Tuesday, October 28th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Through this event, we hope to create positive connections between families and first responders and law enforcement. Come join us and our friends from other county departments, law enforcement […]
September Saturday September 13th | Season Opening Sunday September 21st | 1 Hour Walking Farm Tour FREE with Admission; Departs promptly at 2:00 PM, find out more HERE Wednesday September 24th * 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Family Fun Night (Rescheduled date from September 17th) Saturday September 27th | Pony Rides FREE with admission […]
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
Antrim Township Trick-or-Treat NightDate: Thursday, October 30thTime: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMRain Date: Friday, October 31st (6:00 PM – 8:00 PM) Join us for a fun and safe night of trick-or-treating across Antrim Township! This year, as always, our schedule aligns with the Borough of Greencastle so families and neighborhoods can celebrate together. Residents and […]
September Saturday September 13th | Season Opening Sunday September 21st | 1 Hour Walking Farm Tour FREE with Admission; Departs promptly at 2:00 PM, find out more HERE Wednesday September 24th * 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Family Fun Night (Rescheduled date from September 17th) Saturday September 27th | Pony Rides FREE with admission […]
Saturday November 1st, 2025 * 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Benchfield Farms is hosting a Trick or Treat Trail in its corn maze. This event is non-scary and family-friendly, welcoming all ages, with free admission for children 3 and under. The actors will be in non-scary costumes, and props will be turned off. There will […]
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
Indoor Soccer League registration for Winter is now open! The league will be held at the New Franklin Ruritan Center. The K-2 grade season consists of 4 practices and 4 games, the 3rd-5th grade season consists of 3 practices and 5 games, and the 6-8 grade season consists of 2 practices and 6 games. Only […]
Is your 4–5-year-old child interested in Basketball? Then our Biddy Basketball program is perfect for them! Each class will incorporate basic skill stations and game scenarios. Classes will include a variety of lead up games and will be held at the Rec Center gym. Session 1: Mondays | 4:15 PM - 5:15 PM * 11/3 […]
Indoor Soccer League registration for Winter is now open! The league will be held at the New Franklin Ruritan Center. The K-2 grade season consists of 4 practices and 4 games, the 3rd-5th grade season consists of 3 practices and 5 games, and the 6-8 grade season consists of 2 practices and 6 games. Only […]
November 4th, 5th & 6th, 2025 * 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Get ready to jump into a world of fantasy and adventure during our Youth Dungeons & Dragons program! Join us for an exciting journey into a world of fantasy, teamwork, and storytelling for kids ages 8-12. Whether your child is a first-time adventurer […]
Indoor Soccer League registration for Winter is now open! The league will be held at the New Franklin Ruritan Center. The K-2 grade season consists of 4 practices and 4 games, the 3rd-5th grade season consists of 3 practices and 5 games, and the 6-8 grade season consists of 2 practices and 6 games. Only […]
Is your 4–5-year-old child interested in Basketball? Then our Biddy Basketball program is perfect for them! Each class will incorporate basic skill stations and game scenarios. Classes will include a variety of lead up games and will be held at the Rec Center gym. Session 1: Mondays | 4:15 PM - 5:15 PM * 11/3 […]
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
Indoor Soccer League registration for Winter is now open! The league will be held at the New Franklin Ruritan Center. The K-2 grade season consists of 4 practices and 4 games, the 3rd-5th grade season consists of 3 practices and 5 games, and the 6-8 grade season consists of 2 practices and 6 games. Only […]
Indoor Soccer League registration for Winter is now open! The league will be held at the New Franklin Ruritan Center. The K-2 grade season consists of 4 practices and 4 games, the 3rd-5th grade season consists of 3 practices and 5 games, and the 6-8 grade season consists of 2 practices and 6 games. Only […]
Indoor Soccer League registration for Winter is now open! The league will be held at the New Franklin Ruritan Center. The K-2 grade season consists of 4 practices and 4 games, the 3rd-5th grade season consists of 3 practices and 5 games, and the 6-8 grade season consists of 2 practices and 6 games. Only […]
Saturday November 8th, 2025 * 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Join us for a time filled with creativity and gratitude. We will have many stations and supplies to create art, […]
Saturdays November 11th - December 13th, 2025 * 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (no class on November 29th) Come be yourself and learn to dance during this fun, upbeat class […]
Saturday November 8th, 2025 * 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Dinner buffet will be available to everyone who purchases a ticket | Mac n Cheese, Hot Dogs, Chicken Tenders, Corn, […]
Indoor Soccer League registration for Winter is now open! The league will be held at the New Franklin Ruritan Center. The K-2 grade season consists of 4 practices and 4 games, the 3rd-5th grade season consists of 3 practices and 5 games, and the 6-8 grade season consists of 2 practices and 6 games. Only […]
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
Indoor Soccer League registration for Winter is now open! The league will be held at the New Franklin Ruritan Center. The K-2 grade season consists of 4 practices and 4 games, the 3rd-5th grade season consists of 3 practices and 5 games, and the 6-8 grade season consists of 2 practices and 6 games. Only […]
Is your 4–5-year-old child interested in Basketball? Then our Biddy Basketball program is perfect for them! Each class will incorporate basic skill stations and game scenarios. Classes will include a variety of lead up games and will be held at the Rec Center gym. Session 1: Mondays | 4:15 PM - 5:15 PM * 11/3 […]
Indoor Soccer League registration for Winter is now open! The league will be held at the New Franklin Ruritan Center. The K-2 grade season consists of 4 practices and 4 games, the 3rd-5th grade season consists of 3 practices and 5 games, and the 6-8 grade season consists of 2 practices and 6 games. Only […]
Indoor Soccer League registration for Winter is now open! The league will be held at the New Franklin Ruritan Center. The K-2 grade season consists of 4 practices and 4 games, the 3rd-5th grade season consists of 3 practices and 5 games, and the 6-8 grade season consists of 2 practices and 6 games. Only […]
Is your 4–5-year-old child interested in Basketball? Then our Biddy Basketball program is perfect for them! Each class will incorporate basic skill stations and game scenarios. Classes will include a variety of lead up games and will be held at the Rec Center gym. Session 1: Mondays | 4:15 PM - 5:15 PM * 11/3 […]
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
Indoor Soccer League registration for Winter is now open! The league will be held at the New Franklin Ruritan Center. The K-2 grade season consists of 4 practices and 4 games, the 3rd-5th grade season consists of 3 practices and 5 games, and the 6-8 grade season consists of 2 practices and 6 games. Only […]
Indoor Soccer League registration for Winter is now open! The league will be held at the New Franklin Ruritan Center. The K-2 grade season consists of 4 practices and 4 games, the 3rd-5th grade season consists of 3 practices and 5 games, and the 6-8 grade season consists of 2 practices and 6 games. Only […]
Saturdays November 11th - December 13th, 2025 * 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (no class on November 29th) Come be yourself and learn to dance during this fun, upbeat class that will teach with fundamentals of rhythm, sense of direction & coordination, along with basic choreography. Kids ages, 7-12, are invited to join instructor, Kelli […]
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
Is your 4–5-year-old child interested in Basketball? Then our Biddy Basketball program is perfect for them! Each class will incorporate basic skill stations and game scenarios. Classes will include a variety of lead up games and will be held at the Rec Center gym. Session 1: Mondays | 4:15 PM - 5:15 PM * 11/3 […]
Is your 4–5-year-old child interested in Basketball? Then our Biddy Basketball program is perfect for them! Each class will incorporate basic skill stations and game scenarios. Classes will include a variety of lead up games and will be held at the Rec Center gym. Session 1: Mondays | 4:15 PM - 5:15 PM * 11/3 […]
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
Saturday November 22nd, 2025 * 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Join us for a full day of hands-on history exploring indigenous hunting tools and techniques! Special Guest: Drew Shuptar-Rayvis (Pekatawas MakataweU “Black Corn”), Cultural Ambassador of the Pocomoke Indian Nation, will be on-site demonstrating traditional stone toolmaking. Watch as he expertly crafts arrowheads using percussion […]
Saturdays November 11th - December 13th, 2025 * 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (no class on November 29th) Come be yourself and learn to dance during this fun, upbeat class that will teach with fundamentals of rhythm, sense of direction & coordination, along with basic choreography. Kids ages, 7-12, are invited to join instructor, Kelli […]
Sunday November 23rd, 2025 * 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Climb aboard for a magical Polar Express adventure packed with holiday fun! Ticket Options Regular Admission – $20 per child Includes: Cup MakingOrnament CreatingHot Chocolate BarCrafts & ActivitiesPicture-Taking AreaPolar Express Movie ShowingTake-Home Goodie Bag Premium Admission – $30 per child | Includes everything above PLUS […]
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
Is your 4–5-year-old child interested in Basketball? Then our Biddy Basketball program is perfect for them! Each class will incorporate basic skill stations and game scenarios. Classes will include a variety of lead up games and will be held at the Rec Center gym. Session 1: Mondays | 4:15 PM - 5:15 PM * 11/3 […]
Is your 4–5-year-old child interested in Basketball? Then our Biddy Basketball program is perfect for them! Each class will incorporate basic skill stations and game scenarios. Classes will include a variety of lead up games and will be held at the Rec Center gym. Session 1: Mondays | 4:15 PM - 5:15 PM * 11/3 […]
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
Friday November 28th, 2025 * 7:30 PM C’mon and join Blippi to make music in your hometown in the brand new live Blippi: Join the Band Tour! Blippi along with Meekah, their singing and dancing buddies, musicians and YOU will explore how sounds, rhythms, and instruments make music through all your favorite Blippi hits. Grab your […]
Saturdays November 11th - December 13th, 2025 * 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (no class on November 29th) Come be yourself and learn to dance during this fun, upbeat class that will teach with fundamentals of rhythm, sense of direction & coordination, along with basic choreography. Kids ages, 7-12, are invited to join instructor, Kelli […]
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.