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SUMMARY:Little Apprentices Preschool | Franklin County Career & Technology Center\, Chambersburg
DESCRIPTION:Little Apprentices Preschool is now enrolling for the 2026-2027 School Year!\n\nSpots are limited\, so please email katie.wilmot@franklinctc.com promptly to get your spot.\nLittle Apprentices Preschool is a lab school located right here in CareerTech’s Early Childhood Education Classroom!\nChildren from all school districts are welcome!\nChildren will enjoy centers\, circle time\, snacks\, exercise play\, and much more!\nChildren are taught by our ECE instructor as well as High School Students who have a desire to work in early childhood.\n3-year- olds: Mondays and Wednesdays 9:00 AM -11:30 AM\n4-year- olds: Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:00 AM -11:30 AM\nMust be corresponding age by September 1st\nChildren MUST be toilet independent\nCost is $250 for the entire year! (Enrollment is only for full year.) $50 due at registration\, $200 due between July 1st – August 3rd.\nClasses begin Sept.14th\, 2026\, and run through May 14th\, 2027.\nDue to semester changes and trainings\, we take a break between Dec. 6th\, 2026 – Feb. 4th\, 2027\nMore detailed information can be found at https://www.franklinctc.com/77265_3\n\nCome join our CareerTech family for the 2026-2027 School Year!
URL:https://www.explorefranklincountypa.com/event/little-apprentices-preschool-franklin-county-career-technology-center-chambersburg/2026-05-01/
LOCATION:Franklin County Career & Technology Center\, 2463 Loop Road\, Chambersburg\, PA\, 17202\, United States
CATEGORIES:General,Kids Activities
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SUMMARY:Shalom Dutchfest 2026 | Franklin County Fair Grounds\, Chambersburg
DESCRIPTION:DUTCHFEST begins Friday\, MAY 1st when food concessions (featuring our delicious pork BBQ sandwiches and homestyle Dutch foods)\, the craft show\, and children’s activities open.\nSaturday\, May 2nd continues the food and fun and includes our annual SCA 5K\, Children’s Fun Walk\, and Chicken BBQ.\nJoin us for live auctions on Friday and Saturday or bid online!\nLOCATION FOR 2026 – We are returning to the Franklin County Fair Grounds/Chambersburg Rod & Gun Club!\nJoin the fun – there’s something for everyone!\nGet all the details here – www.shalomdutchfest.com 
URL:https://www.explorefranklincountypa.com/event/shalom-dutchfest-2026-franklin-county-fair-grounds-chambersburg/2026-05-01/
LOCATION:Chambersburg Rod & Gun Club\, 3725 Warm Spring Road\, Chambersburg\, PA\, 17202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,General,Kids Activities
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SUMMARY:29th Annual Chambersburg Trout Derby
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, May 1: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM\nOn‑site registration\nPacket pickup\nFish Fry Dinner ($20\, open to the public)\nSaturday\, May 2nd: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nOn‑site registration\nPacket pickup\nCheck‑In Hours\nSaturday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM\nSunday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM\nNo prize payouts after 3:00 PM Sunday\nClick Here for more information.
URL:https://www.explorefranklincountypa.com/event/29th-annual-chambersburg-trout-derby/2026-05-01/
LOCATION:Downtown Chambersburg\, Chambersburg\, PA\, 17201\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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SUMMARY:Trout Derby & Civil War Weekend | Twin Bridge Campground\, Chambersburg
DESCRIPTION:Friday May 1st – Sunday May 3rd\, 2026\nOne of our most unique weekends of the season is coming up at Twin Bridge Campground!\nCampers will enjoy a full weekend of themed activities including:\nTrout Derby & Prizes (Kids & Adults – for registered campers)\nCivil War Reenactments\nSilent Disco Party\nGel Blaster Arena\nMake a Tricorn Hat\nDIY Fish Bait\nTin Can Lantern Craft\nHayrides & Barrel Train Rides\nStarfish Puppet Craft\nFish Filet Demonstration\n…and more!\nThis weekend is always a favorite for families who love fishing\, history\, and hands-on activities.\nPlease note: The Trout Derby is for registered campers only and the campground is not open to the public for fishing.\nIf this sounds like your kind of weekend\, it’s a great time to book your stay!\n\nKickin’ it by the Creek
URL:https://www.explorefranklincountypa.com/event/trout-derby-civil-war-weekend-twin-bridge-campground-chambersburg/
LOCATION:Twin Bridges Campground\, 1345 Twin Bridge Rd.\, Chambersburg\, PA\, 17202\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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SUMMARY:Ship First Fridays | Ship Station\, Shippensburg
DESCRIPTION:First Fridays of the month | April thru October 2026 – 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM\nShip First Fridays is a collaboration of local nonprofit groups aimed at getting people out and about in the community and having fun.\nJoin the Cumberland Valley Rails-to-Trails Council at Ship Station for food trucks\, a beer garden and live music.\nProceeds from First Fridays at Ship Station benefit the Cumberland Valley Railroad Museum.\nYou will find a locally made and hand-crafted goods at the Shippensburg Art Market starting in May.\nDon’t forget\, in Shippensburg borough Ship First Fridays have a relaxed open container ordinance so you can take your beverage from one event to another!\nClick Here\, for more information\n 
URL:https://www.explorefranklincountypa.com/event/ship-first-fridays-ship-station-shippensburg/2026-05-01/
LOCATION:Ship Station\, 51 E Fort Street\, Shippensburg\, PA\, 17257\, United States
CATEGORIES:General,Live Music
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SUMMARY:Leg Up Farm Event Schedule
DESCRIPTION:Friday May 1st\, 2026 * 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM\nSpring Into Giving | Mount Wolf\, PA 17347\nMonday May 11th\, 2026 * 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM\nClash of the Clubs\, Franklin County | Penn National Golf Club 3720 Club House Drive Fayetteville\, PA\nFriday May 15th\, 2026 * 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM\nClash of the Clubs York | Royal Manchester Golf Links 5700 Board Road Mount Wolf\, PA\nSaturday September 12th\, 2026 * 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM\nFarm en Blanc | 4880 North Sherman Street Extension Mount Wolf\, PA\nFriday November 6th\, 2026 * 10:15 AM – 1:00 PM\nClay Blast | Blue Ridge Sportsman Club1176 North Fairville Avenue Harrisburg\, PA\nTo find out more about any of these events or to register\, CLICK HERE\n 
URL:https://www.explorefranklincountypa.com/event/leg-up-farm-event-schedule/2026-05-01/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:General
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SUMMARY:Paint a Plant Night + Free Bingo Fun | Vibrantly Wild\, Waynesboro
DESCRIPTION:Friday May 1st\, 2026 * 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM\nPaint a Plant Night + Free Bingo Fun!\nLooking for a relaxing and creative night out?\nJoin us at Vibrantly Wild for a fun evening where you can paint your own plant canvas and enjoy some free bingo while you create!\nNo experience needed — just come ready to relax\, paint\, laugh\, and have a great time.\nThis is a perfect night to bring a friend or come enjoy a little creative time for yourself.\nPaint Your Own Plant Canvas Free Bingo While You Create\n$18 per person | REGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.explorefranklincountypa.com/event/paint-a-plant-night-free-bingo-fun-vibrantly-wild-waynesboro/
LOCATION:Vibrantly Wild\, 90 W Main St.\, Waynesboro\, PA\, 17268\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fun Workshops,General
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SUMMARY:Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling | The Wood Center at the Capitol Theatre\, Chambersburg
DESCRIPTION:Friday May 1st\, 2026 * 7:00 PM\nSaturday May 2nd\, 2026 * 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM\nSunday May 3rd\, 2026 * 2:00 PM\nStep into a world of friendship\, laughter\, and resilience with our presentation of “Steel Magnolias.”\nSet in a small southern town where secrets and stories flourish\, this beloved play delves into the complexity of female bonds and the enduring power of compassion.\nJoin us in witnessing a mesmerizing tale woven with both humor and heart\, a reminder of the beauty and strength found within a circle of women.\nOn May 1st at 7:00 PM and continuing on May 2nd—offering both an early 1:00 PM matinee and an evening performance at 7:00 PM—experience this engaging narrative unfolds.\nOur final showing will take place on May 3rd at 2:00 PM.\nEach performance promises to captivate with compelling storytelling and captivating performances\, enshrining “Steel Magnolias” as a must-see production.\nGet Tickets
URL:https://www.explorefranklincountypa.com/event/steel-magnolias-by-robert-harling-the-wood-center-at-the-capitol-theatre-chambersburg/2026-05-01/
LOCATION:Capitol Theatre Woods Center\, 159 South Main Street\, Chambersburg\, PA\, 17201\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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SUMMARY:2026 Spring Performances | Burgin Center for the Arts\, Mercersburg Academy
DESCRIPTION:Friday April 17th * 7:30 PM | Spring Pops with Strings\, Simon Theatre\nFriday May 1st * Saturday May 2nd * 7:00 PM | A Midsummer Night’s Dream\, Boys Garden\nSaturday May 9th * 7:30 PM | Spring Dance Concert\, Simon Theatre\n 
URL:https://www.explorefranklincountypa.com/event/2026-spring-performances-burgin-center-for-the-arts-mercersburg-academy/2026-05-01/
LOCATION:Mercersburg Academy\, 100 Academy Dr.\, Mercersburg\, PA\, 17236\, United States
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