Second Thursday Afternoon Movie – Elvis at Grove Family Library

Second Thursday Afternoon Movie – Elvis at Grove Family Library

Thursday February 9th, 2023 * 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
The film explores the life of American music icon Elvis Presley, from his childhood to becoming a rock and movie star in the 1950’s while maintaining a complex relationship with his manager, Colonel Tom Parker.
Rated PG-13.
Stars Austin Butler, Tom Hanks, and Olivia DeJonge.
Light refreshments offered.
Free and open to the public
19th Century Style Writing & Tavern Games, Shippensburg

19th Century Style Writing & Tavern Games, Shippensburg

Saturday February 4th, 2023 * 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Just in time for Valentine’s Day! Stop on in and write a Valentine’s Day letter to a loved one.
Learn how to use the 19th Century techniques and tools including a dip pen, folding, and wax sealing.
While you’re here, spend a few extra minutes playing tavern games such as tic-tac-toe, or perhaps see if you can shut the box or connect four with Captain’s Mistress.
Free, but donations are encouraged!!
Shippensburg Historical Society
52 West King Street, Shippensburg, PA
Author Visit: John Poniske Alexander Hamilton Memorial Free Library

Author Visit: John Poniske Alexander Hamilton Memorial Free Library

Tuesday January 24th, 2023 * 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Local author John Poniske visits the library to present a chapter reading from his new book Fire-Eaters (book 2 in his Snakebit Series).
The series tells the story of a family living in the region during the Civil War.
Signed copies of the books will be available for purchase.
This event is free and open to the public.
WINTER, SPRING, SUMMER & FALL “SOAR” Bird Walks, The Institute

WINTER, SPRING, SUMMER & FALL “SOAR” Bird Walks, The Institute

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.”
The monthly schedule for the first six months of 2023 is below.
Check back for additional locations.
 (If in doubt about the weather—check The Institute’s Facebook page)
First and third Saturdays ONLY
Start time: 8:00 AM 
January: Antietam Meadow Park (meet in parking lot)
February: Carroll Valley Community Park – 5685 Fairfield Rd, Carroll Valley—across Fairfield Rd (PA 116) from Liberty Mountain Ski Resort. Meet in front of Borough Bldg/Library
March: Caledonia State Park (meet at park office)
April: Pine Hill Recreation Area (meet in parking lot)
May: Conococheague Institute (meet at visitor center)
June: Gettysburg National Battlefield (meet at Virginia monument)
First and third Saturday spring, summer, fall and winter bird walks find birding enthusiasts Sharon and Larry Williams of Waynesboro leading the walks along the hiking trails at varying locations throughout the area.
Participants should wear comfortable walking shoes and may bring identification books and binoculars.
Free and open to the public.
Just show up—no reservations required!
For more information call 717-762-0373 or email us at info@NatureAndCultureInstitute.org.
New Year’s Eve Candy Drop Chambers Fort Park, Chambersburg

New Year’s Eve Candy Drop Chambers Fort Park, Chambersburg

Saturday December 31st, 2022 * 7:00 PM
Join Boys & Girls Club of Chambersburg and Shippensburg and Healthy Communities Partnership of Greater Franklin County, Inc. in partnership with Shafer Equipment Company and Downtown Chambersburg for a New Year’s Eve Candy Drop!
Join us at 7:00pm in Chambers Fort Park as we drop a variety of candy from a Shafer lift!
Stick around for a chance win $1,000 at 8:45 PM and to see the Martin’s Famous Potato Roll Drop in Downtown Chambersburg: A New Year’s Eve event!
Thank you to Art Sign Company of Chambersburg LLC and Johnnie’s Restaurant & Hotel Service for your donations!!