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  • Wed 6

    Preschool Storytime | The Fendrick Library, Mercersburg

    May 6 @ 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

  • Wed 6

    Crochet Class | The Fendrick Library, Mercersburg

    May 6 @ 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 group or bring a project along. No fee to join the class. If you would like individual instruction to get started, beginner crochet lessons are […]

  • Wed 6

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

    May 6 @ 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 Trivia Night. It's free to play and the top 3 teams will win Brew Bucks each week. You can enjoy a sandwich from our kitchen […]

  • Thu 7

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

    May 7 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

  • Fri 8

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

    May 8 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 8

    Mother’s Day Weekend | Twin Bridges Campground, Chambersburg

    May 8
    Twin Bridges Campground 1345 Twin Bridge Rd., Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Friday May 8th – Sunday May 10th, 2026 Treat Mom to a weekend she’ll never forget We’ve planned a sweet mix of fun, creativity, relaxation, and memory-making for the whole family, including: Flower Basket Bingo | Pancake Breakfast | Campin’ Coffee Truck | Handprint Flower Bouquets | Cardboard Nail Salon DIY Scratch-Off Cards | Make […]

  • Fri 8

    “Anything Goes” Art Exhibit | Gallery 50, Waynesboro

    May 8 @ 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 8

    Letter Embroidery Workshop | Grayce Gardens, Chambersburg

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

    Tuesday May 8th, 2026 * 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Create Your Own Custom Embroidery. Join us in our historic glass-roof greenhouse for a cozy, beginner-friendly embroidery class where you’ll learn a few simple stitches and create your very embroidery letter. No experience necessary! What’s Included: Gentle, step-by-step instruction designed for true beginners. A curated […]

  • Fri 8

    Fendrick Library Book Group | Mercersburg

    May 8 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Fendrick Library Book Group | Mercersburg
    Fendrick Library 20 North Main Street, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    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 […]

  • Sat 9

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

    May 9 @ 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 9

    Mercersburg Annual Springfest | Downtown Mercersburg

    May 9 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Downtown Mercersburg Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Saturday May 9th, 2026 * 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Join us for Mercersburg Springfest! This lively celebration brings together the best of local artisans, crafters, and businesses for a day filled with shopping, entertainment, and community spirit. With over 80 vendors showcasing their unique products and services, there's something for everyone. Discover an array […]

  • Sat 9

    2nd Annual Bloom Bar: Brunch with Mom | Antrim Spring Farm, Greencastle

    May 9 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Antrim Spring Farm 14007 Williamsport Pike, Greencastle, PA, United States

    Saturday May 9th, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Don't Miss Our 2nd Annual Bloom Bar: Brunch with Mom! Join us for a delightful experience where you can: *Create beautiful bouquets *Savor a delicious brunch *Enjoy refreshing sips, all while making cherished memories with the special ladies in your life. And guess who's excited […]

  • Sat 9

    Second Saturday | Greencastle Senior Activity Center

    May 9 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Second Saturday | Greencastle Senior Activity Center
    Greencastle Senior Activity Center 10615 Antrim Church Rd, Greencastle, PA, United States

    "Second Saturday's" * 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Greencastle Senior Activity Center. All Franklin County residents 60+ are welcome!On "Second Saturdays," seniors can hear special presentations from guest speakers, enjoy a catered lunch, participate in health and wellness workshops, and take part in other offered activities. All equipment and materials that are available […]

  • Sat 9

    Historical Programs | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg

    May 9 @ 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 9

    2026 Special Events, Celebrating American’s 250th Anniversary | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg

    May 9 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 2026 Special Events, Celebrating American’s 250th Anniversary | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg

    1776: Hearth, Home and Springtime | Saturday May 9th, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Experience traditional domestic life around the hearth and home and learn the timeless art of food production. Discover the vital roles women played in farming, gardening, and agriculture, and explore how families managed goats and sheep with fresh born […]

  • Sat 9

    Rooted & Restored: Mother’s Day Wellness Retreat | Stony Spring Manor, Greencastle

    May 9 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Stony Spring Manor 6149 Bino Rd., Greencastle, PA, United States

    Saturday May 9th, 2026 * 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM This Mother’s Day weekend, give yourself (or someone you love) the gift of a full day to slow down, reset, and reconnect. Live WELLthier is bringing a thoughtfully curated wellness retreat to the beautiful Stony Spring Manor — designed to nourish your body, calm your […]

  • Sat 9

    Trojan Band Spring Concert & 100th Anniversary | CASHS Auditorium, Chambersburg

    May 9 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Chambersburg Area High School-Auditorium 511 South 6th Street, CHambersburg, PA, United States

    Saturday May 9th, 2026 * 7:00 PM The Trojan Band will celebrate 100 years of making music on Saturday, May 9th with a special performance at 7:00PM in the CASHS Auditorium. Past directors Lynn Lerew, Tim Gotwald and David Wenerd will be present to conduct and perform. The band will also premier a brand-new piece […]

  • Mon 11

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

    May 11 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 11

    2026 Summer Camp | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg

    May 11 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 11

    28th Annual BCA Golf Tournament | Waynesboro Country Club

    May 11 @ 8:30 am - 3:00 pm
    Waynesboro Country Club 11000 Country Club Road, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    The 28th Annual Golf Tournament, hosted by BCA, Inc., will be held on May 11, 2026, at Waynesboro Country Club. The event follows an 18-hole scramble format, and funds raised will support local cancer fighters and survivors. Registration and breakfast begin at 8:30 AM, with a tee time at 10:00 AM. A cookout lunch and […]

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