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  • March 2026

  • Thu 19

    Lectures & Presentations | Mercersburg Historical Society

    March 19 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Lectures & Presentations | Mercersburg Historical Society

    Thursday February 19th, 2026 * 7:00 PM "Lifetime & Term Slaves in Franklin County" | Presenter: Dan Guzy Location: Mercersburg Mennonite Church, Buchanan Trail West Thursday March 19th, 2026, 7:00 PM "A Look at Woman Suffrage in Mercersburg," | Presenter: Joan C. McCulloh. Location: First United Methodist Church, North Fayette Street Thursday April 23rd, 2026, […]

  • Fri 20

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

    March 20 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, […]

  • Fri 20

    Hanging with Chad & Tim, Greater Waynesboro Chamber of Commerce

    March 20 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Hanging with Chad & Tim, Greater Waynesboro Chamber of Commerce
    Greater Waynesboro Chamber of Commerce 118 Walnut St, Waynesboro, PA

    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

  • Fri 20

    “Anything Goes” Art Exhibit | Gallery 50, Waynesboro

    March 20 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm “Anything Goes” Art Exhibit | Gallery 50, Waynesboro
    Gallery 50 50 West Main Street, Waynesboro, PA

    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 […]

  • Fri 20

    Plants & Puzzles | Grayce Gardens, Chambersburg

    March 20 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
    Grayce Gardens 51 Plasterer Avenue, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Friday March 20th, 2026 * 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM Grab your team and put your skills to the test in our glass roof greenhouse for a fun night of puzzles and plants. Teams will race to complete a puzzle while surrounded by greenery and glowing natural light. The first team to finish wins the […]

  • Fri 20

    Adventures of a Comic Book Artist | The Capitol Theatre

    March 20 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Adventures of a Comic Book Artist | The Capitol Theatre
    Capitol Theatre 159 South Main Street, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Friday March 20th, 2026 * 7:00 PM Saturday March 21st, 2026 * 7:00 PM Sunday March 22nd, 2026 * 2:00 PM Step into a magical realm with "Adventures of a Comic Book Artist," where vibrant action leaps off the page and into our world! This children's musical, uniquely crafted by kids for kids, promises an […]

  • Fri 20

    The Magician’s Elephant | JBHS Drama Club, Mercersburg

    March 20 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm The Magician’s Elephant | JBHS Drama Club, Mercersburg
    James Buchanan High School 4773 Ft. Loudon Rd, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Friday March 20th & Saturday March 21st, 2026 * 7:00 PM Sunday March 22nd, 2026 * 3:00 PM The Magician's Elephant is a musical with book and lyrics by Nancy Harris and music and lyrics by Marc Teitler, based on the 2009 children's novel of the same name by Kate DiCamillo.  

  • Sat 21

    Williamson Ruritan Breakfast Buffet | St. Thomas

    March 21 @ 6:30 am - 10:00 am Williamson Ruritan Breakfast Buffet | St. Thomas
    Williamson Ruritan Community Center 5583 Kennedy Avenue, Saint Thomas, PA, United States

    Saturday January 17th, February 21st, and March 21st, 2026 * 6:30 AM - 10:00 AM All you can eat: Pancakes | French Toast | Eggs | Bacon | Sausage | Hash Browns | Sausage Gravy & Biscuits, plus muffins and Sweet Rolls | Drinks Provided Adults: $10.00 | Kids Ages 6 - 12 years old: […]

  • Sat 21

    1st & 3rd Saturdays – WINTER, SPRING, SUMMER & FALL “SOAR” Bird Walks | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

    March 21 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm WINTER, SPRING, SUMMER & FALL “SOAR” Bird Walks | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro
    Buttonwood Nature Center 10356 Amsterdam Road, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    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 […]

  • Sat 21

    Downtown Waynesboro Indoor Market | Former Elks building, Waynesboro

    March 21 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Downtown Waynesboro Indoor Market | Former Elks building, Waynesboro
    Elks Club 66 West Main St, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Do you miss vendors such as Humble Roots Mushroom Farm and Grace's Family Farm? Do you need a place to get fresh goods? We have 6 dates this winter to get your Farmers Market goodies!! The dates are January 10th, January 24th, February 7th, February 21st, March 7th, and March 21st | 9:00 AM - […]

  • Sat 21

    Historical Programs | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg

    March 21 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Historical Programs | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg
    Conococheague Institute 12995 Bain Road, Mercersburg, PA

    You can make every week an adventure, with free historic programs at CI every Saturday year-round! Our 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. Contact us for more details. Every Saturday, […]

  • Sat 21

    No Great Love, The Musical | Star Theatre, Mercersburg

    March 21 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm No Great Love, The Musical | Star Theatre, Mercersburg
    The Star Theatre 23 West Seminary Street, Mercersburg, United States

    Saturday March 21st, 2026 * 3:00 PM | March 28th, 2026 * 7:00 PM Sunday March 22nd, 2026 * 3:00 PM | March 29th, 2026 * 3:00 PM With Easter fast approaching, a pastor’s overwhelmed wife turns to her small group for help planning a special service. What starts as a simple project soon becomes […]

  • Sat 21

    Adventures of a Comic Book Artist | The Capitol Theatre

    March 21 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Adventures of a Comic Book Artist | The Capitol Theatre
    Capitol Theatre 159 South Main Street, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Friday March 20th, 2026 * 7:00 PM Saturday March 21st, 2026 * 7:00 PM Sunday March 22nd, 2026 * 2:00 PM Step into a magical realm with "Adventures of a Comic Book Artist," where vibrant action leaps off the page and into our world! This children's musical, uniquely crafted by kids for kids, promises an […]

  • Sat 21

    The Magician’s Elephant | JBHS Drama Club, Mercersburg

    March 21 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm The Magician’s Elephant | JBHS Drama Club, Mercersburg
    James Buchanan High School 4773 Ft. Loudon Rd, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Friday March 20th & Saturday March 21st, 2026 * 7:00 PM Sunday March 22nd, 2026 * 3:00 PM The Magician's Elephant is a musical with book and lyrics by Nancy Harris and music and lyrics by Marc Teitler, based on the 2009 children's novel of the same name by Kate DiCamillo.  

  • Sun 22

    Adventures of a Comic Book Artist | The Capitol Theatre

    March 22 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Adventures of a Comic Book Artist | The Capitol Theatre
    Capitol Theatre 159 South Main Street, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Friday March 20th, 2026 * 7:00 PM Saturday March 21st, 2026 * 7:00 PM Sunday March 22nd, 2026 * 2:00 PM Step into a magical realm with "Adventures of a Comic Book Artist," where vibrant action leaps off the page and into our world! This children's musical, uniquely crafted by kids for kids, promises an […]

  • Sun 22

    No Great Love, The Musical | Star Theatre, Mercersburg

    March 22 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm No Great Love, The Musical | Star Theatre, Mercersburg
    The Star Theatre 23 West Seminary Street, Mercersburg, United States

    Saturday March 21st, 2026 * 3:00 PM | March 28th, 2026 * 7:00 PM Sunday March 22nd, 2026 * 3:00 PM | March 29th, 2026 * 3:00 PM With Easter fast approaching, a pastor’s overwhelmed wife turns to her small group for help planning a special service. What starts as a simple project soon becomes […]

  • Sun 22

    The Magician’s Elephant | JBHS Drama Club, Mercersburg

    March 22 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm The Magician’s Elephant | JBHS Drama Club, Mercersburg
    James Buchanan High School 4773 Ft. Loudon Rd, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Friday March 20th & Saturday March 21st, 2026 * 7:00 PM Sunday March 22nd, 2026 * 3:00 PM The Magician's Elephant is a musical with book and lyrics by Nancy Harris and music and lyrics by Marc Teitler, based on the 2009 children's novel of the same name by Kate DiCamillo.  

  • 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

    Appalachian Trail Hike Series: January 2026 | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

    March 23 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Appalachian Trail Hike Series: January 2026 | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro
    Appalachian Trail Headquarters & Visitors Center 799 Washington Street, Harpers Ferry, WV, United States

    Sunday January 25th February 22nd, March 29th, & April 26th, 2026 * 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM The first in a series of four monthly trail hikes. Buttonwood Nature Center is repeating its series of AT hikes on the last Sunday of the month from January through April 2026. See our three remaining hikes here: […]

  • Mon 23

    2026 Fendrick Library Lecture Series | Mercersburg

    March 23 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm 2026 Fendrick Library Lecture Series | Mercersburg
    Fendrick Library 20 North Main Street, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Monday January 26th * 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Presenter: Dakota Bricker | Blue-Eyed Child of Fortune and the Massachusetts 54th Monday February 23rd * 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM  Presenters: Neil Colman & Jef Savage | The Immortal Game: A History of Chess Monday March 23rd * 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM  Presenter: Dr. […]

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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.