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  • March 2026

  • Sat 7

    Telescope Clinic, Learn How to Use Your Telescope | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

    March 7 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Church of the Apostles 336 Barnett Avenue, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    In partnership with the Tri-State Astronomers Club, Buttonwood Nature Center is hosting a telescope clinic on Saturday, March 7th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM in the social room at the Church of the Apostles, 336 Barnett Avenue in Waynesboro, Pa. The clinic is designed to help sky watchers maximize their use of a telescope. […]

  • Tue 10

    Blue Man Group | Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg

    March 10 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Blue Man Group | Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg
    H.Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center 1871 Old Main Drive, Shippensburg, PA, United States

    Tuesday March 10th & Wednesday March 11th, 2026 * 7:30 PM Dive into the thrilling Blue Man Group experience – a blend of captivating music, interactive art and audience engagement. Blue Man Group creates a fun, disruptive and out of the ordinary atmosphere that exhilarates the senses and uplifts spirits for audiences of all ages. […]

  • Wed 11

    Blue Man Group | Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg

    March 11 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Blue Man Group | Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg
    H.Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center 1871 Old Main Drive, Shippensburg, PA, United States

    Tuesday March 10th & Wednesday March 11th, 2026 * 7:30 PM Dive into the thrilling Blue Man Group experience – a blend of captivating music, interactive art and audience engagement. Blue Man Group creates a fun, disruptive and out of the ordinary atmosphere that exhilarates the senses and uplifts spirits for audiences of all ages. […]

  • Tue 24

    Cumberland Valley Philatelic Society | Trinity Lutheran Church, Chambersburg

    March 24 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 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 to join us. Hope to see you there!

  • Sat 28

    Easter Eggstravaganza | Chambersburg Recreation Department

    March 28 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
    Chambersburg Recreation Department 235 S 3rd St., Chambersburg, PA, PA, United States

    Saturday March 28th, 2026 * 10:30 AM Enjoy a breakfast catered by Chick-Fil-A, pictures with the Easter Bunny, activities, and crafts! All ages are welcome to this event. $5.00 registration fee. Contact the Rec Dept at 717.261.3275  

  • April 2026

  • Thu 16

    Central PA Chainsaw Carvers Festival | Shippensburg Fairgrounds

    April 16 @ 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm Central PA Chainsaw Carvers Festival | Shippensburg Fairgrounds
    Shippensburg Fair Grounds 10131 Possum Hollow Road, Shippensburg, PA

    Thursday April 16th, 2026 * 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM Friday April 17th, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Saturday April 18th, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Live Chainsaw Carving. Professional Carvers from across the country. One-of-a-Kind carvings for sale & auctions. Scavenger hunt for all ages. Beard contest. Food trucks and […]

  • Fri 17

    Central PA Chainsaw Carvers Festival | Shippensburg Fairgrounds

    April 17 @ 10:00 am - 8:00 pm Central PA Chainsaw Carvers Festival | Shippensburg Fairgrounds
    Shippensburg Fair Grounds 10131 Possum Hollow Road, Shippensburg, PA

    Thursday April 16th, 2026 * 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM Friday April 17th, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Saturday April 18th, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Live Chainsaw Carving. Professional Carvers from across the country. One-of-a-Kind carvings for sale & auctions. Scavenger hunt for all ages. Beard contest. Food trucks and […]

  • Sat 18

    Central PA Chainsaw Carvers Festival | Shippensburg Fairgrounds

    April 18 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Central PA Chainsaw Carvers Festival | Shippensburg Fairgrounds
    Shippensburg Fair Grounds 10131 Possum Hollow Road, Shippensburg, PA

    Thursday April 16th, 2026 * 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM Friday April 17th, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Saturday April 18th, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Live Chainsaw Carving. Professional Carvers from across the country. One-of-a-Kind carvings for sale & auctions. Scavenger hunt for all ages. Beard contest. Food trucks and […]

  • Sat 25

    30th Year – Greater Waynesboro Business & Community Expo | Otterbein Community Center & Recreation Park, Waynesboro

    April 25 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Otterbein Church Community Center & Recreation Park 13375 Welty Rd., Waynesboro, United States

    Saturday April 25th, 2026 * 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 GWCOC Business and Community Expo! Experience the excitement of a completely new format, date, and location as we celebrate our 𝟯𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗼 at Otterbein Church Community Center & Recreation Park. This spring Explore Waynesboro with both […]

  • Tue 28

    Cumberland Valley Philatelic Society | Trinity Lutheran Church, Chambersburg

    April 28 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 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 to join us. Hope to see you there!

  • May 2026

  • Tue 26

    Cumberland Valley Philatelic Society | Trinity Lutheran Church, Chambersburg

    May 26 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 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 to join us. Hope to see you there!

  • June 2026

  • Sat 13

    Arrowheads & Archery | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg

    June 13 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Conococheague Institute Welsh Barrens Visitors Center 12995 Bain Road, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Saturday June 13th, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Learn about arrowheads and bow technology for indigenous hunters in the region in our exhibit throughout the day and be sure to take a bow in hand at 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM with a live archery shoot. We have bows sized for […]

  • Tue 23

    Cumberland Valley Philatelic Society | Trinity Lutheran Church, Chambersburg

    June 23 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 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 to join us. Hope to see you there!

  • Sat 27

    Great American Picnic | Shippensburg Memorial Park

    June 27 @ 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Shippensburg Memorial Park 100 Park Place, Shippensburg, PA, United States

    Saturday June 27th, 2026 * 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM The Shippensburg America250 Committee invites the community to a special Great American Picnic at Shippensburg Memorial Park — inspired by the national last-Saturday-in-June picnic tradition. Enjoy baseball, kids' activities, chicken BBQ, and family fun for all ages. Mark your calendar and stay tuned HERE for […]

  • July 2026

  • Tue 28

    Cumberland Valley Philatelic Society | Trinity Lutheran Church, Chambersburg

    July 28 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 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 to join us. Hope to see you there!

  • August 2026

  • Tue 25

    Cumberland Valley Philatelic Society | Trinity Lutheran Church, Chambersburg

    August 25 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 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 […]

  • September 2026

  • Tue 22

    Cumberland Valley Philatelic Society | Trinity Lutheran Church, Chambersburg

    September 22 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 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 […]

  • October 2026

  • Tue 27

    Cumberland Valley Philatelic Society | Trinity Lutheran Church, Chambersburg

    October 27 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 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 […]

  • November 2026

  • Tue 24

    Cumberland Valley Philatelic Society | Trinity Lutheran Church, Chambersburg

    November 24 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 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 […]

  • December 2026

  • Tue 22

    Cumberland Valley Philatelic Society | Trinity Lutheran Church, Chambersburg

    December 22 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 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 […]

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  • Barn Quilt Trail
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  • 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.