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  • April 2026

  • Wed 22

    National Library Week | Grove Family Library, Chambersburg

    April 22 National Library Week | Grove Family Library, Chambersburg
    Grove Family Library 101 Ragged Edge Road South, Chambersburg, United States

    Monday April 20th - Saturday April 25th, 2026 Happy National Library Week!Enjoy some delightful snacks at the library this week!While supplies lastEnter our Book Quote Contest for an opportunity to […]

  • Wed 22

    Get Healthy; Walking Club | Franklin County Library System

    April 22 Get Healthy; Walking Club | Franklin County Library System

    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 […]

  • Wed 22

    Adult Pickleball Open Gym | Chambersburg Recreation Department

    April 22 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Adult Pickleball Open Gym | Chambersburg Recreation Department
    Chambersburg Recreation Department 235 S 3rd St., Chambersburg, PA, PA, United States

    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 […]

  • Wed 22

    Preschool Storytime | The Fendrick Library, Mercersburg

    April 22 @ 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 […]

  • Wed 22

    Tree of Life Sea Glass Workshop | Vibrantly Wild, Waynesboro

    April 22 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Vibrantly Wild 90 W Main St., Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Wednesday April 22nd, 2026 * 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Join us at Vibrantly Wild for a beautiful, relaxing, and creative experience where you’ll design your very own Tree of Life sea glass artwork. Using real wood branches and hundreds of colorful glass pieces, you’ll create a one-of-a-kind framed piece that’s perfect for your home […]

  • Wed 22

    Crochet Class | The Fendrick Library, Mercersburg

    April 22 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Crochet Class | The Fendrick Library, Mercersburg
    Fendrick Library 20 North Main Street, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    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 […]

  • Wed 22

    Pub Trivia & Kick the Keg Night | Rough Edges Brewing, Waynesboro

    April 22 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Pub Trivia & Kick the Keg Night | Rough Edges Brewing, Waynesboro
    Rough Edges Brewing 91 W. Main St, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Every Wednesday Night January 21st - November 25th, 2026 * 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Grab a few friends and join us every Wednesday for our crazy fun General Knowledge […]

  • Thu 23

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

    April 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 […]

  • Thu 23

    Shalom Christian Academy | Summer Camps

    April 23 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 […]

  • Thu 23

    National Library Week | Grove Family Library, Chambersburg

    April 23 National Library Week | Grove Family Library, Chambersburg
    Grove Family Library 101 Ragged Edge Road South, Chambersburg, United States

    Monday April 20th - Saturday April 25th, 2026 Happy National Library Week!Enjoy some delightful snacks at the library this week!While supplies lastEnter our Book Quote Contest for an opportunity to […]

  • Thu 23

    James Buchanan’s 235th Birthday Celebration |

    April 23 @ 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Downtown Mercersburg Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Thursday April 23rd, 2026 * 11:00 AM Join us on Thursday, April 23, 2026, as we kick-off America250 in Mercersburg and celebrate President James Buchanan's 235th birthday! The day will […]

  • Thu 23

    Lectures & Presentations | Mercersburg Historical Society

    April 23 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Lectures & Presentations | Mercersburg Historical Society
    Downtown Mercersburg Mercersburg, PA, United States

    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, […]

  • Fri 24

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

    April 24 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 […]

  • Fri 24

    National Library Week | Grove Family Library, Chambersburg

    April 24 National Library Week | Grove Family Library, Chambersburg
    Grove Family Library 101 Ragged Edge Road South, Chambersburg, United States

    Monday April 20th - Saturday April 25th, 2026 Happy National Library Week!Enjoy some delightful snacks at the library this week!While supplies lastEnter our Book Quote Contest for an opportunity to […]

  • Fri 24

    CVAEMA Annual Consignment Auction – 2026 | Cumberland Valley Antique Engine & Machinery Association, Chambersburg

    April 24 @ 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
    Cumberland Valley Antique Engine & Machinery Association Showgrounds 1501 Crider's Church Road, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Friday April 24th, 2026 * 7:30 AM Large consignment sale! To consign, contact John Bricker at 717.860.6889. Consign early so your items can be included in advertising. 7:30 AM - […]

  • Fri 24

    Fountain Fest 2026 | Downtown Chambersburg

    April 24 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Fountain Fest 2026 | Downtown Chambersburg

    Join us April 24–26 as our community gathers around the historic Chambersburg Square Fountain for a weekend full of energy, entertainment, and small-town charm! Fountain Fest celebrates everything that makes […]

  • Fri 24

    Chef’s April Dinner | Whitetail Golf Resort, Mercersburg

    April 24 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Whitetail Golf Resort 11140 Blairs Valley road, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Friday April 24th, 2026 * 6:00 PM An unforgettable evening awaits! Join us for a 4-course Chef's Dinner at Whitetail Golf Resort, $75 per person with limited seating for 50 […]

  • Fri 24

    David King the Elvis Experience | Greencastle Antrim High School Auditorium

    April 24 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Greencastle-Antrim High School 300 South Ridge Avenue, Greencastle, PA, United States

    Friday April 24th, 2026 * 7:00 PM David King brings his beloved Elvis Experience to Greencastle in a concert that is sure to have you singing and dancing along! Join […]

  • Fri 24

    Bored Teachers Comedy Tour | Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg

    April 24 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
    H.Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center 1871 Old Main Drive, Shippensburg, PA, United States

    Friday April 24th, 2026 * 7:30 PM Bored Teachers “Is It Friday Yet?!” Comedy Tour – 2026 They’ve graded the papers, survived the staff meetings, and lost their last ounce of […]

  • Sat 25

    National Library Week | Grove Family Library, Chambersburg

    April 25 National Library Week | Grove Family Library, Chambersburg
    Grove Family Library 101 Ragged Edge Road South, Chambersburg, United States

    Monday April 20th - Saturday April 25th, 2026 Happy National Library Week!Enjoy some delightful snacks at the library this week!While supplies lastEnter our Book Quote Contest for an opportunity to […]

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  • Barn Quilt Trail
  • Coffee Shops
  • Pizza Trail
  • Pour Trail
  • Sweet Trail

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.