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  • Thu 19
    March 19 Before & After School Programs | Boys & Girls Club of Chambersburg & Shippensburg

    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 19
    March 19 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Healing Together Grief Support Group | Drew’s Hope Grief Center, Shippensburg

    Healing Together Grief Support Group | Drew’s Hope Grief Center, Shippensburg

    Drew's Hope Grief Center 946 Ashton Dr., Shippensburg, PA, United States

    Third Thursdays Each Month 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM The Healing Together grief support group is for grieving adults (18 & older), who are grieving the death of a loved one (family member or friend) from any circumstance. Current group members are grieving deaths due to illness, accidents, overdose and suicide. This peer-led education/discussion-based group […]

  • Fri 20
    March 20 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm “Anything Goes” Art Exhibit | Gallery 50, Waynesboro

    “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
    March 20 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Adventures of a Comic Book Artist | The Capitol Theatre

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

    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 […]

  • Sat 21
    March 21 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Downtown Waynesboro Indoor Market | Former Elks building, Waynesboro

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

    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
    March 21 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm No Great Love, The Musical | Star Theatre, Mercersburg

    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
    March 21 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Adventures of a Comic Book Artist | The Capitol Theatre

    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
    March 22 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Adventures of a Comic Book Artist | The Capitol Theatre

    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
    March 22 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm No Great Love, The Musical | Star Theatre, Mercersburg

    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 […]

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

    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
    March 23 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Appalachian Trail Hike Series: January 2026 | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

    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 […]

  • Tue 24
    March 24 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Cumberland Valley Philatelic Society | Trinity Lutheran Church, Chambersburg

    Cumberland Valley Philatelic Society | Trinity Lutheran Church, Chambersburg

    Trinity Lutheran Church 1186 Jason Dr., Greencastle, PA, United States

    4th Tuesday of each month * 6:30 PM Join us for an evening of camaraderie and fun with Stamp Collecting. Whether you're a novice or seasoned veteran you are welcome […]

  • Wed 25
    March 25 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Adult Pickleball Open Gym | Chambersburg Recreation Department

    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 open gym! Drop i cost per visit: $5 / $4 Boro Residents Membership Pass: $75 / $65 Boro Residents To purchase a membership, participants must […]

  • Wed 25
    March 25 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Preschool Storytime | The Fendrick Library, Mercersburg

    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 25
    March 25 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Crochet Class | The Fendrick Library, Mercersburg

    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 […]

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

    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
    March 26 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Vegetable and Field Crops Pesticide Update | Penn State Extension, Chambersburg

    Farm and Garden Penn State Extension Ag Heritage Center 185 Franklin Farm Lane, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Thursday March 26th, 2026 * 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Join Penn State Extension for this joint meeting on vegetable and agronomic production. Earn pesticide recertification credits while learning about crop health and best management practices. This meeting will provide region-specific, research-based information to help optimize your operation. Participants have the option to attend one, […]

  • Fri 27
    March 27 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm “Anything Goes” Art Exhibit | Gallery 50, Waynesboro

    “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 […]

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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.