January 20th, 27th, and February 3rd, 10th, 17th, and 24th, 2026 * 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Register by January 19th, 2026 This six-part webinar series offers a sneak peek into the Penn State Extension Master Gardener basic training curriculum and its most critical topics. Dig into the science of gardening with engaging sessions designed […]
The Franklin County Visitors Bureau and Chambersburg IceFest are once again teaming up with Benchfield Farms to bring back one of IceFest’s most cherished traditions—horse drawn wagon and carriage rides through downtown Chambersburg. Visitors can enjoy a relaxing ride along Main Street, taking in the sparkling beauty of dozens of hand carved ice sculptures that […]
The Franklin County Visitors Bureau invites area artists to participate in Art on ICE, a winter art exhibition celebrating creativity, community, and the spirit of the season. The exhibit will be on display at the Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center from January 26th, 2026, through February 27th, 2026. Open to artists age 16 through adult, […]
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 […]
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
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 […]
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
Thursday January 22nd, 2026 * 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM "Food Safety Modernization Act: Produce Grower Certification Training" is designed for Pennsylvania fruit and vegetable growers and others interested in learning about produce safety, the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule, Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs), and the co-management of natural resources and food […]
Thursday January 22nd, 2026 * 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM You're invited to join us, along with the America250PA team, county officials, special guests, residents and community stake holders to […]
Thursday January 22nd, 2026 * 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM Join local stained glass artist Chris Parker to make your own stained-glass bird! Participants, ages 16+, will be using the copper foil method. Participants will choose glass and learn all the steps to complete your project. All supplies will be provided. Finished projects will be […]
Thursday January 22nd, 2026 * 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Create Your Own Rose Embroidery Bouquet Join us in our greenhouse for a cozy, beginner-friendly embroidery class where you’ll learn a few simple stitches and create your very own rose bouquet — no experience necessary! What’s Included:• Gentle, step-by-step instruction designed for true beginners• A […]
Thursday January 22nd, 2026 * 7:00 PM Buttonwood Nature Center welcomes guest speakers from the Bureau of Forestry’s Michaux State Forest as we talk about fire, and ecosystem health. Marc Kaiser is the Wildland Fire Supervisor for Michaux Forest District. He has been involved with wildland fire since starting his career with DCNR 28 years […]
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 […]
Saturday January 24th, 2026 * 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM Proceeds will go to the Family of Lauren Browning to assist with medical bills and expenses incurred during her illness. Our menu includes:Pancakes, Scrambled Eggs, Sausage Patties, Puddin', Sausage Gravy and biscuits, Coffee, Orange Juice and Water. The Breakfast and Baked Goods are by donation […]
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 […]
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 - […]
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, […]
Annual Christmas Program | Saturday December 20th, 2025 * 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM Writing a Revolutionary War New Years Resolution | Saturday January 3rd, 2026 * 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Cumberland County America250PA Kick Off | Wednesday January 28th, 2026 * 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Tools of a Continental Soldier | Saturday […]
Saturday January 24th, 2026 * 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Bring your family to Buttonwood Nature Center to experience winter wildlife at night with a Buttonwood naturalist. A short pre-hike learning session will explore native crepuscular and nocturnal animals like owls, foxes, and others. Following the learning session, we will head out on one of […]
Saturday January 24th, 2025 * 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM 176ers Dueling Pianos returns to Chambersburg with their very first show at Gearhouse Brewing Co! Come out to this fun, inclusive spot for a high-energy keyboard show where every song is a request from you!
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