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  • July 2026

  • Mon 20

    Dulcimer Workshop for Beginners | Fendrick Library, Mercersburg

    July 20 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Dulcimer Workshop for Beginners | Fendrick Library, Mercersburg
    Fendrick Library 20 North Main Street, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Mondays June 8th, 2026 - August 3rd, 2026 * 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Dulcimer Workshop for Beginners will be hosted by Deb Strite. Spaces are limited to 10 people, ages 6 years old - adult, dulcimers will be provided for the class. Please call the library at 717.328.9233 to reserve your spot. No Fee! […]

  • Wed 22

    Free Pressure Canner Dial Gauge Testing | Penn State Extension, Franklin County

    July 22 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Free Pressure Canner Dial Gauge Testing | Penn State Extension, Franklin County
    Penn State Extension Office 181 Franklin Farm Lane, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    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 […]

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  • Fri 24

    Free Yoga Flow | Renfrew Museum & Park, Waynesboro

    July 24 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Free Yoga Flow | Renfrew Museum & Park, Waynesboro
    Renfrew Museum & Park 1010 East Main Street, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Start your Friday mornings with Yoga Flow at Renfrew Museum & Park. Led by Laurie Hovermale, RYT 200 Certified, these free guided yoga sessions take place every Friday from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM, June through September. Participants of all experience levels are welcome to enjoy movement, mindfulness, and the beauty of Renfrew's historic grounds. […]

  • Sat 25

    1st & 3rd Saturdays – WINTER, SPRING, SUMMER & FALL “SOAR” Bird Walks | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

    July 25 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 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 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 […]

  • Mon 27

    Dulcimer Workshop for Beginners | Fendrick Library, Mercersburg

    July 27 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Dulcimer Workshop for Beginners | Fendrick Library, Mercersburg
    Fendrick Library 20 North Main Street, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Mondays June 8th, 2026 - August 3rd, 2026 * 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Dulcimer Workshop for Beginners will be hosted by Deb Strite. Spaces are limited to 10 people, ages 6 years old - adult, dulcimers will be provided for the class. Please call the library at 717.328.9233 to reserve your spot. No Fee! […]

  • Wed 29

    Free Pressure Canner Dial Gauge Testing | Penn State Extension, Franklin County

    July 29 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Free Pressure Canner Dial Gauge Testing | Penn State Extension, Franklin County
    Penn State Extension Office 181 Franklin Farm Lane, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    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 […]

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  • Fri 31

    Free Yoga Flow | Renfrew Museum & Park, Waynesboro

    July 31 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Free Yoga Flow | Renfrew Museum & Park, Waynesboro
    Renfrew Museum & Park 1010 East Main Street, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Start your Friday mornings with Yoga Flow at Renfrew Museum & Park. Led by Laurie Hovermale, RYT 200 Certified, these free guided yoga sessions take place every Friday from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM, June through September. Participants of all experience levels are welcome to enjoy movement, mindfulness, and the beauty of Renfrew's historic grounds. […]

  • August 2026

  • Sat 1

    1st & 3rd Saturdays – WINTER, SPRING, SUMMER & FALL “SOAR” Bird Walks | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

    August 1 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 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 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 […]

  • Mon 3

    Dulcimer Workshop for Beginners | Fendrick Library, Mercersburg

    August 3 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Dulcimer Workshop for Beginners | Fendrick Library, Mercersburg
    Fendrick Library 20 North Main Street, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Mondays June 8th, 2026 - August 3rd, 2026 * 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Dulcimer Workshop for Beginners will be hosted by Deb Strite. Spaces are limited to 10 people, ages 6 years old - adult, dulcimers will be provided for the class. Please call the library at 717.328.9233 to reserve your spot. No Fee! […]

  • Wed 5

    Free Pressure Canner Dial Gauge Testing | Penn State Extension, Franklin County

    August 5 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Free Pressure Canner Dial Gauge Testing | Penn State Extension, Franklin County
    Penn State Extension Office 181 Franklin Farm Lane, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Fri 7

    Free Yoga Flow | Renfrew Museum & Park, Waynesboro

    August 7 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Free Yoga Flow | Renfrew Museum & Park, Waynesboro
    Renfrew Museum & Park 1010 East Main Street, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Start your Friday mornings with Yoga Flow at Renfrew Museum & Park. Led by Laurie Hovermale, RYT 200 Certified, these free guided yoga sessions take place every Friday from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM, June through September. Participants of all experience levels are welcome to enjoy movement, mindfulness, and the beauty of Renfrew's historic grounds. […]

  • Sat 8

    1st & 3rd Saturdays – WINTER, SPRING, SUMMER & FALL “SOAR” Bird Walks | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

    August 8 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 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 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 […]

  • Sat 8

    Back to School Family Fun Day | Shippensburg Fairgrounds

    August 8 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Shippensburg Fair Grounds 10131 Possum Hollow Road, Shippensburg, PA

    Saturday August 8th, 2026 * 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Free Event for Families & Children Featuring: Education & Interactive Exhibits | Free School Supplies | Free Entertainment | Free Haircuts | Free Pizza A free, fun opportunity for families to explore local programs and services for children and youth. Community organizations will share resources, […]

  • Wed 12

    Free Pressure Canner Dial Gauge Testing | Penn State Extension, Franklin County

    August 12 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Free Pressure Canner Dial Gauge Testing | Penn State Extension, Franklin County
    Penn State Extension Office 181 Franklin Farm Lane, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Fri 14

    Free Yoga Flow | Renfrew Museum & Park, Waynesboro

    August 14 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Free Yoga Flow | Renfrew Museum & Park, Waynesboro
    Renfrew Museum & Park 1010 East Main Street, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Start your Friday mornings with Yoga Flow at Renfrew Museum & Park. Led by Laurie Hovermale, RYT 200 Certified, these free guided yoga sessions take place every Friday from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM, June through September. Participants of all experience levels are welcome to enjoy movement, mindfulness, and the beauty of Renfrew's historic grounds. […]

  • Sat 15

    1st & 3rd Saturdays – WINTER, SPRING, SUMMER & FALL “SOAR” Bird Walks | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

    August 15 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 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 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 […]

  • Wed 19

    Free Pressure Canner Dial Gauge Testing | Penn State Extension, Franklin County

    August 19 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Free Pressure Canner Dial Gauge Testing | Penn State Extension, Franklin County
    Penn State Extension Office 181 Franklin Farm Lane, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Fri 21

    Free Yoga Flow | Renfrew Museum & Park, Waynesboro

    August 21 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Free Yoga Flow | Renfrew Museum & Park, Waynesboro
    Renfrew Museum & Park 1010 East Main Street, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Start your Friday mornings with Yoga Flow at Renfrew Museum & Park. Led by Laurie Hovermale, RYT 200 Certified, these free guided yoga sessions take place every Friday from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM, June through September. Participants of all experience levels are welcome to enjoy movement, mindfulness, and the beauty of Renfrew's historic grounds. […]

  • Sat 22

    1st & 3rd Saturdays – WINTER, SPRING, SUMMER & FALL “SOAR” Bird Walks | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

    August 22 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 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 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 […]

  • Wed 26

    Free Pressure Canner Dial Gauge Testing | Penn State Extension, Franklin County

    August 26 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Free Pressure Canner Dial Gauge Testing | Penn State Extension, Franklin County
    Penn State Extension Office 181 Franklin Farm Lane, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    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 […]

    Free
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  • Barn Quilt Trail
  • Coffee Shops
  • 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.