First Friday Moms and Magnolias at Main Street Park, Waynesboro

First Friday Moms and Magnolias at Main Street Park, Waynesboro

Friday May 5th, 2023 * 6:00 PM
Come out for several activities happening downtown on the First Friday of every month.
In May, kids are painting at Main Street Park with local artist, Suzee Cline-White, a picture to give their moms on Mothers Day.
The eventbrite link to register is https://www.eventbrite.com/…/kids-paint-for-moms...
Also, at the Park, we will have Vienna Notarianni performing and also Lady Jay’s will be serving her soul food.
Waynesboro Theater will be having a special showing at 7:00 PM of Steel Magnolias.
Some of the downtown businesses will remain open until this later time, so be sure to check them out too.
2023 Mercersburg Springfest

2023 Mercersburg Springfest

Saturday May 13th, 2023 * 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
The Mercersburg Springfest is a large street festival held annually in downtown Mercersburg.
We are nestled in the foothills of the Tuscarora mountains; Mercersburg is a quaint town with a historic past.
This festival is a one-day event attracting over 80 vendors and 4,000 – 6,000 visitors each year.
This event takes place during Mother’s Day weekend, which makes a perfect opportunity to find a great gift for mom!
It is a wonderful opportunity for you to exhibit your talents, display your products, or discuss services with potential clients!
We would like to invite you to be a part of our cozy town’s annual festival.
Vendor space is limited, so make sure that you get your applications in ASAP if you have not already.
If you have questions, please email Chris Ardinger, TACC Executive Director at cardinger@tachamber.org or call 717-328-5827
Fresh Floral Workshop Grayce Gardens, Chambersburg

Fresh Floral Workshop Grayce Gardens, Chambersburg

Thursday May 11th, 2023 * 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
In honor of Mother’s Day – come to the greenhouse to create a stunning fresh floral arrangement.
We will be working with all the vibrant colors that the season bring to bring sunshine and warmth into your home!
Come learn how to pull together these gorgeous arrangements!
Everything for this project will be provided for you.
You will have a variety of ceramic bowls / vases to choose from, along with a wide selection of florals to make this piece unique to your taste.
Feel free to bring along any food and drink you’d like to enjoy during this workshop.
Shop the greenhouse 10% off after the event just for attending!
Tickets are $75 and can be purchased on our website.
This is a ticketed event and tickets must be purchased in advance.
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Blooming Brunch Grayce Gardens, Chambersburg

Blooming Brunch Grayce Gardens, Chambersburg

Saturday May 20th, 2023 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Back by popular demand – our Blooming Brunch! Grab your mother, daughter, grandmother, or another special role model in your life and celebrate Mother’s Day over a fresh, vibrant brunch.
Enjoy a breakfast spread catered by Cathy with Summer Creek Catering in a botanical atmosphere.
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– Chinese Scallion Pancakes
– Ham and Sweet Potato Hash
– Pigtails (Candied Bacon)
– Caesar Roasted Chickpea Pasta Salad
– Curried Fruit Salad
– Mini Blueberry Muffin w/ Lemon Cream Cheese Swirl
– Floral Mimosas
This is the perfect gift to enjoy with someone special in your life.
Spots are limited so grab your tickets today!
We can’t wait for you to enjoy the freshness of spring in our greenhouse venue!
Shop our greenhouse after the event and receive 10% off all purchases for attending this event!
Last day to purchase tickets is May 14th 2023.
Tickets are $55 a person and can be purchased on our website.
This event requires a ticket, and tickets must be purchased prior to the event.
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StoryWalk® Sundays-May 2022, The Institute

StoryWalk® Sundays-May 2022, The Institute

Sunday May 8th, 2022 * 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Our series of StoryWalk® Sunday adventures for kids continues in May.
The story posted on the StoryWalk® trail at Pine Hill Park will change monthly, and plans call for a special event to accompany each one on the second Sunday of each month.
May’s StoryWalk® Sunday is the perfect way to celebrate Mother’s Day!
Kids will join a guided walk along the story trail as they read the book, then make a special craft project to take home—and enjoy a campfire and yummy s’mores!
May’s storybook is “My Busy Green Garden” by Terry Pierce, a perfect choice as the season of gardens begins.
This charming book is a lyrical tribute to the bugs, bees, and birds that make a garden such a busy place.
More garden visitors appear on with each page, and all the while the “surprise”―a chrysalis―changes unnoticed until, on the last page, a butterfly emerges and flies away across the garden’s well-tended borders.
A lovely and lively portrait of backyard nature, which is also a gentle meditation on the rewards of paying attention.
Richly colored illustrations by Carol Schwartz bring the story to life. A chipmunk hides on every page to divert and engage young readers.
The event is FREE, but pre-registration is required by May 2. To register, email to: info@natureandcultureinstitute.org or call 717-762-0373. Limited to 20 children. 
Children in grades K–5 may be dropped off and picked up at 3 p.m. All families are welcome, but activities are geared for preschool and elementary age kids.
The book for June is “And Then Summer Comes” by Tom Brenner.    
Current Covid safety guidelines are being followed.