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
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
Now through the end of July celebrate America250PA Franklin County with: Stars Stripes & Stitches a patriotic quilt exhibit at the Franklin County Visitors Center. The patriotic exhibit of handmade quilts is shared in partnership with the Chambersburg Quilt Guild and friends of FCVB. See a variety of styles of quilting donning the red, white […]
Monday April 27th, Wednesday April 29th & Thursday April 30th, 2026 * 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM Get ready for our Lil Yogis class for 5–9-year-olds! Call 717.261.3275 or email chambersburgrec@chambersburgpa.gov for more information Register by April 20th
Tuesday April 28th, 2026 * 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Happy National Superhero Day! Visit us dressed as your favorite superhero or come and see others dressed as incredible characters.
Tuesday April 28, 2026 * 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Join Penn State Extension at Berg Brewing Company, 100 South Main Street, Chambersburg, for a hands-on Let’s Cook Charcuterie. Practice making condiments from scratch and assembling a board that can serve as a fun family meal or an impressive appetizer. Registration cost is $30. For […]
Tuesday April 28th, 2026 * 6:00 PM Grab your bestie, favorite beverage, & get ready to plant & unwind! We will provide you with all the materials you need to plant the perfect porch or patio container! You will have hands on help & guidance on how to plant! Seating is limited so grab your […]
Franklin County Library System Launches Spring Walking Clubs to Boost Community Health Starting in April 2026, walking clubs will be held at locations across the County—downtown routes, parks, and scenic trails—inviting residents to get active, connect with their community, and enjoy the fresh spring air. Click Here for walking schedule
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 […]
Penn State Extension in Franklin County is offering free testing on the first Wednesday of every month at the Franklin County Extension Office, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM No need to bring your entire canner, just the lid. Sign up is not required. If you are unable to make one of these dates, you can […]
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
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
4-day camps running from June 1st - July 16th, 2026. Registration is now open for Summer at Shalom, Shalom Christian Academy's summer camps filled with fun, creativity, learning, and skill-building for students entering Kindergarten through 10th grade. These 4 days camps are open to both Shalom students and children in the community and are led […]
Monday April 27th, Wednesday April 29th & Thursday April 30th, 2026 * 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM Get ready for our Lil Yogis class for 5–9-year-olds! Call 717.261.3275 or email chambersburgrec@chambersburgpa.gov for more information Register by April 20th
Thursday April 30th, 2026 * 6:00 PM Hammer & Stain Chambersburg (31 S Main St Chambersburg, Pa) is thrilled to introduce our Kokedama Workshop! What is Kokedama you may ask, simply put the art of growing plants in a moss-covered ball of soil wrapped with string. Join us for a hands-on class where you’ll learn […]
Thursday April 30th, 2026 * 6:00 PM Welcome to the CVSM Book Club! We will use this event page for the book discussion. We will post a question related to the book twice a week during the month, and you can participate by posting your answer (or follow-up question) as a comment. The book for […]
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, […]
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. Saturday, May 2nd continues the food and fun and includes our annual SCA 5K, Children's Fun Walk, and Chicken BBQ. Join us for live auctions on Friday and Saturday or […]
Friday May 1st - Sunday May 3rd, 2026 One of our most unique weekends of the season is coming up at Twin Bridge Campground! Campers will enjoy a full weekend of themed activities including: Trout Derby & Prizes (Kids & Adults – for registered campers) Civil War Reenactments Silent Disco Party Gel Blaster Arena Make […]
First Fridays of the month | April thru October 2026 – 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM Ship First Fridays is a collaboration of local nonprofit groups aimed at getting people out and about in the community and having fun. Join the Cumberland Valley Rails-to-Trails Council at Ship Station for food trucks, a beer garden and live music. […]
Friday May 1st, 2026 * 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Spring Into Giving | Mount Wolf, PA 17347 Monday May 11th, 2026 * 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Clash of the Clubs, Franklin County | Penn National Golf Club 3720 Club House Drive Fayetteville, PA Friday May 15th, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM […]
Friday May 1st, 2026 * 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Paint a Plant Night + Free Bingo Fun! Looking for a relaxing and creative night out? Join us at Vibrantly Wild for a fun evening where you can paint your own plant canvas and enjoy some free bingo while you create! No experience needed — […]
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 […]
Saturday May 2nd, 2026 * 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Open to all kids up to age 15 Lunch | Drink & Snack | Goodie Bag Prizes for Boys & Girls Division (1st, 2nd, & 3rd) Pre-Registration strongly encouraged by April 18th | Text or Call Levi Robinson at 717.377.4863 Sponsored by Men of the […]
Saturday May 2nd, 2026 * 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM & Sunday May 3rd, 2026 * 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Time travel through 2,000 years of world history at one location. Over 300 living historians representing periods of time ranging from Ancient Greek and Roman to WWII and Vietnam. Includes demonstrations and vehicles such […]
Saturday May 2nd, 2026 * 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM & Sunday May 3rd, 2026 * 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Time travel through 2,000 years of world history at one location. Over 300 living historians representing periods of time ranging from Ancient Greek and Roman to WWII and Vietnam. Includes demonstrations and vehicles such […]
Friday May 1st, 2026 * 7:00 PM Saturday May 2nd, 2026 * 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM Sunday May 3rd, 2026 * 2:00 PM Step into a world of friendship, laughter, and resilience with our presentation of "Steel Magnolias." Set in a small southern town where secrets and stories flourish, this beloved play delves into […]
All Concerts held Sunday afternoons at 3:00 PM 2026 at the Waynesboro High School Auditorium, 550 E. Second Street Waynesboro, PA Includes reciprocal concerts with Gettysburg, PA & Hagerstown, MD Mu May 3rd, 2026 | GQ (Gentlemen's Quartet) A modern, elegant take on some of the most famous music ever written, fusing together multiple genres […]
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
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
Now through the end of July celebrate America250PA Franklin County with: Stars Stripes & Stitches a patriotic quilt exhibit at the Franklin County Visitors Center. The patriotic exhibit of handmade quilts is shared in partnership with the Chambersburg Quilt Guild and friends of FCVB. See a variety of styles of quilting donning the red, white […]
Who: Kids in grades 6-12 When: The 1st Monday each month Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM Where: Fendrick Library Theme: Different themes each month! Choose your own book to read and discuss, it can be any kind of novel, story, comic, etc. that has some connection to the theme. What: Hosted by youth for youth! […]
Franklin County Library System Launches Spring Walking Clubs to Boost Community Health Starting in April 2026, walking clubs will be held at locations across the County—downtown routes, parks, and scenic trails—inviting residents to get active, connect with their community, and enjoy the fresh spring air. Click Here for walking schedule
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 […]
Penn State Extension in Franklin County is offering free testing on the first Wednesday of every month at the Franklin County Extension Office, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM No need to bring your entire canner, just the lid. Sign up is not required. If you are unable to make one of these dates, you can […]
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
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
4-day camps running from June 1st - July 16th, 2026. Registration is now open for Summer at Shalom, Shalom Christian Academy's summer camps filled with fun, creativity, learning, and skill-building for students entering Kindergarten through 10th grade. These 4 days camps are open to both Shalom students and children in the community and are led […]
Field Trip Who: Bob Keener, 7173.658.8765 What: Stillhouse Hollow, Heisey Road Orchard, and some local farms for SPRING MIGRANTS. When: Thursday May 7th, 6:30 AM Where: 5207 Heisey Road, Shippensburg. Bring binoculars, scopes, and lunch. Field Trip Who: Josh Donaldson, 717.264.6920 What: Lehman property for SPRING MIGRANTS When: Friday May 8th * 6:00 PM Where: […]
Thursday May 7th, 2026 * 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM Buttonwood Nature Center is hosting a Sporting Clays Shoot Fundraiser at Orvis Hill Country Shooting Grounds in Fairfield, Pa. A fundraiser for Buttonwood, the event includes morning refreshments, safety instructions, ear and eye protection gear, 15 outdoor shooting stations with 100 clay targets, water and […]
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, […]
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 […]
Friday May 8th, 2026 * 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Saturday May 9th, 2026 * 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday May 10th, 2026 * 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Attention book lovers and bargain hunters! The 40th Annual Friends of Legal Services Book Sale will take place on Mother's Day Weekend--Friday, May 8th through […]
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 […]
Field Trip Who: Bob Keener, 7173.658.8765 What: Stillhouse Hollow, Heisey Road Orchard, and some local farms for SPRING MIGRANTS. When: Thursday May 7th, 6:30 AM Where: 5207 Heisey Road, Shippensburg. Bring binoculars, scopes, and lunch. Field Trip Who: Josh Donaldson, 717.264.6920 What: Lehman property for SPRING MIGRANTS When: Friday May 8th * 6:00 PM Where: […]
Field Trip Who: Bob Keener, 7173.658.8765 What: Stillhouse Hollow, Heisey Road Orchard, and some local farms for SPRING MIGRANTS. When: Thursday May 7th, 6:30 AM Where: 5207 Heisey Road, Shippensburg. Bring binoculars, scopes, and lunch. Field Trip Who: Josh Donaldson, 717.264.6920 What: Lehman property for SPRING MIGRANTS When: Friday May 8th * 6:00 PM Where: […]
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 […]
Saturday, May 9th from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM Sixth Annual Plant Sale on the Plaza Blue Ridge Summit Free Library Plant Donations Wanted The Blue Ridge Summit Free Library will hold its sixth annual Mother’s Day Plant Sale on the Plaza. “The sale, which is a fundraiser for the library, features a large assortment […]
Friday May 8th, 2026 * 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Saturday May 9th, 2026 * 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday May 10th, 2026 * 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Attention book lovers and bargain hunters! The 40th Annual Friends of Legal Services Book Sale will take place on Mother's Day Weekend--Friday, May 8th through […]
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
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
Friday May 1st, 2026 * 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Spring Into Giving | Mount Wolf, PA 17347 Monday May 11th, 2026 * 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Clash of the Clubs, Franklin County | Penn National Golf Club 3720 Club House Drive Fayetteville, PA Friday May 15th, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM […]
Now through the end of July celebrate America250PA Franklin County with: Stars Stripes & Stitches a patriotic quilt exhibit at the Franklin County Visitors Center. The patriotic exhibit of handmade quilts is shared in partnership with the Chambersburg Quilt Guild and friends of FCVB. See a variety of styles of quilting donning the red, white […]
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 […]
Tuesday April 14th, 2026 * 5:45 PM (Every 2nd Tuesday) Our monthly, by-donation Community Meal was imagined and begun upon completion of our new building in 2018 and has continued without interruption. In the last few years, it has doubled in size. We're thrilled to be able to welcome so many neighbors in for delicious, […]
Tuesday May 12th, 2026 * 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Welcome spring in the greenhouse at our floral styling workshop. Join us in the Garden Atrium to create a large, garden-inspired arrangement designed in a neutral compote that complements any home style. Using fresh seasonal blooms, you will design a centerpiece that brings brightness, color, […]
Franklin County Library System Launches Spring Walking Clubs to Boost Community Health Starting in April 2026, walking clubs will be held at locations across the County—downtown routes, parks, and scenic trails—inviting residents to get active, connect with their community, and enjoy the fresh spring air. Click Here for walking schedule
Field Trip Who: Bob Keener, 7173.658.8765 What: Stillhouse Hollow, Heisey Road Orchard, and some local farms for SPRING MIGRANTS. When: Thursday May 7th, 6:30 AM Where: 5207 Heisey Road, Shippensburg. Bring binoculars, scopes, and lunch. Field Trip Who: Josh Donaldson, 717.264.6920 What: Lehman property for SPRING MIGRANTS When: Friday May 8th * 6:00 PM Where: […]
2nd & 4th Wednesday each month * 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM If you have littles at home and are looking for a warm place to get some wiggles out during the winter, come on over to First Assembly. Bring ride on toys for your preschoolers and we'll provide coffee for YOU! For more information […]
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 […]
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
4-day camps running from June 1st - July 16th, 2026. Registration is now open for Summer at Shalom, Shalom Christian Academy's summer camps filled with fun, creativity, learning, and skill-building for students entering Kindergarten through 10th grade. These 4 days camps are open to both Shalom students and children in the community and are led […]
Thursday May 14th, 2026 * 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM Join us for the Wheels for Women Annual Celebration, an evening of celebration and giving in support of local women in need of reliable transportation. Since 2023, Wheels for Women has gifted 42 vehicles to women in our community, helping them access employment, education, healthcare, […]
Thursday May 14th, 2026 * 6:00 PM Join us for an informative & historical program, accompanied by original and documented songs of Northeastern Pennsylbania. Travel back to the early 1900's with songs that highlight the lives and struggles of European coal miners of the region. Songs will be performed by Jay Smar, the grandson of […]
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, […]
Join Rep. Chad Reichard at the Greater Waynesboro Chamber of Commerce for this open forum on the third Friday of each month from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Attendees are encouraged to raise any state related issue they may have during these meetings. Enjoy coffee and some conversation. 118 Walnut St. Suite #111
Friday May 1st, 2026 * 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Spring Into Giving | Mount Wolf, PA 17347 Monday May 11th, 2026 * 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Clash of the Clubs, Franklin County | Penn National Golf Club 3720 Club House Drive Fayetteville, PA Friday May 15th, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM […]
Friday May 15th, 2026 * 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM Proceeds Benefit: Relay for Life of Franklin & Fulton Counties Cost Per Runner: $15 Pre-Event - Pre-registration ends the 14th | $20 Day of event Registration includes neon package & refreshments. Also 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk Register HERE
Saturday May 16th * 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Volunteer Workday Join us for our monthly Volunteer Workday. Projects will include work on the Nature Center Pollinator Gardens, and general clean-up of the trails and park. Go to dcnrvolunteers.pa.gov to sign up. Brightbill Interpretive Center Friday May 22nd * 6:30 PM | Bird Bingo […]
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 […]
Saturday May 16th, 2026 * Registration is open from 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM Come to the James Buchanan High School. Awards at 1:00 PM Spectators welcome. There will be food trucks and raffles. Rain date is May 23rd
Saturday May 16th, 2026 * 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Join us for breakfast, A Short Stack for A Tall Cause. Each ticket holder will receive 3 pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage links, and a refreshment for $12. You will need to choose a time slot of 8:00 AM or 9:00 AM. Purchase your tickets here!!! […]
Sunday May 17th, 2026 * 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Fun outside day for kids to include hikes, StoryWalk®, hands-on activities and partnered stations. Happening at Pine Hill Recreation Area […]
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
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
Now through the end of July celebrate America250PA Franklin County with: Stars Stripes & Stitches a patriotic quilt exhibit at the Franklin County Visitors Center. The patriotic exhibit of handmade […]
Monday May 18th, 2026 * 8:00 AM - Registration opens | 9:00 AM Shotgun start with four-person scramble format Prizes will be awarded for the following: Men's/Women's Longest Drive Closest […]
Franklin County Library System Launches Spring Walking Clubs to Boost Community Health Starting in April 2026, walking clubs will be held at locations across the County—downtown routes, parks, and scenic trails—inviting residents to get active, connect with their community, and enjoy the fresh spring air. Click Here for walking schedule
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 […]
Penn State Extension in Franklin County is offering free testing on the first Wednesday of every month at the Franklin County Extension Office, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM No need […]
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 […]
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
4-day camps running from June 1st - July 16th, 2026. Registration is now open for Summer at Shalom, Shalom Christian Academy's summer camps filled with fun, creativity, learning, and skill-building for students entering Kindergarten through 10th grade. These 4 days camps are open to both Shalom students and children in the community and are led […]
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 […]
Thursday April 23rd, 2026 * 7:00 PM "Life of James Buchanan", Upper West Conococheague Presbyterian Church, West Seminary St. Mercersburg Borough Council will present the James Buchanan Award Thursday May 21st, […]
THURSDAY, MAY 21st, 2026 * 7:00 PM The Middleburg/Mason-Dixon Line Historical Society will meet at the State Line Ruritan Building, 15481 Park Drive, located off Route 11 at the State […]
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, […]
Saturday May 22nd, 2026 * 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM SPRING SERVOLUTION is just around the corner! Calling all Senior Adults! It’s almost time for our annual Senior Prom. This […]
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 […]
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 […]
Saturday May 23rd, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Join MMP&W Fire & Ambulance Company for our Spring Bazaar! Enjoy a fun day of shopping local vendors, delicious food […]
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
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
Now through the end of July celebrate America250PA Franklin County with: Stars Stripes & Stitches a patriotic quilt exhibit at the Franklin County Visitors Center. The patriotic exhibit of handmade […]
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 […]
Franklin County Library System Launches Spring Walking Clubs to Boost Community Health Starting in April 2026, walking clubs will be held at locations across the County—downtown routes, parks, and scenic trails—inviting residents to get active, connect with their community, and enjoy the fresh spring air. Click Here for walking schedule
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 […]
Penn State Extension in Franklin County is offering free testing on the first Wednesday of every month at the Franklin County Extension Office, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM No need to bring your entire canner, just the lid. Sign up is not required. If you are unable to make one of these dates, you can […]
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
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
4-day camps running from June 1st - July 16th, 2026. Registration is now open for Summer at Shalom, Shalom Christian Academy's summer camps filled with fun, creativity, learning, and skill-building for students entering Kindergarten through 10th grade. These 4 days camps are open to both Shalom students and children in the community and are led […]
Thursday February 19th, 2026 Wednesday March 11th, 2026 Thursday April 16th, 2026 Thursday May 28th, 2026 All workshops are * 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM and each workshop will offer a different theme. Join local stained glass artist Chris Parker to make your own stained glass. Participants, ages 10+ will be using the copper foil […]
Thursday May 28th * 7:00 PM - Cameron Mollory & The Drivin' Wheel Sunday June 7th * 7:00 PM - The Millers Thursday June 11th * 7:00 PM - Christopher Dean Band Sunday June 14th * 7:00 PM - Reunited Thursday June 18th * 7:00 PM - Tim Yeager Thursday June 25th * 7:00 PM […]
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, […]
Friday May 29th - Saturday June 13th, 2026 (select days & times) The Broadway musical sensation A Night with Janis Joplin explodes onto the Totem Pole Playhouse stage in a powerhouse celebration of one of rock and roll’s most unforgettable voices. Totem Pole Playhouse is proud to present the regional premiere, becoming the first professional theatre in the […]
Friday May 29th, 2026 * 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM An evening of painting, picking, and sweet summer moments. The romance of painting outdoors, the nostalgia of strawberry season, it's the social + aesthetic experience a Garden Girl is craving! Step into the strawberry fields for a slow, golden-hour experience designed to savor the season. […]
Friday May 29th & Saturday May 30th, 2026 * 7:00 PM - 10:30 PM each night | Admission at 4:30 PM Contestant Entries open May 18th at 6:00 PM, online at gosebra.com! SEBRA Bull Riding and Barrel Racing, invitational team roping and breakaway roping! Terry Shetron always puts together a great night of rodeo, honoring […]
Saturday May 30th, 2026 * 7:00 AM Calling all Veterans. The Mercersburg Sportsmen's Association invites you to come fish. 7:00 AM for coffee and donuts. Fishing starts at 8:00 AM & serving lunch at 12:00 PM. Must register call Beth Verno 717.496.3373
Field Trip Who: Bob Keener, 7173.658.8765 What: Stillhouse Hollow, Heisey Road Orchard, and some local farms for SPRING MIGRANTS. When: Thursday May 7th, 6:30 AM Where: 5207 Heisey Road, Shippensburg. Bring binoculars, scopes, and lunch. Field Trip Who: Josh Donaldson, 717.264.6920 What: Lehman property for SPRING MIGRANTS When: Friday May 8th * 6:00 PM Where: […]
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 […]
Sunday May 31st, 2026 * 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM The moment you’ve all been waiting for!!! Car show details are here!!!! Important things to note: Please pre-register! Registration is […]
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.
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 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.