Events Calendar

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  • Dills Celtic Festival 2025

    Dillsburg, PA Dillsburg, Pennsylvania, United States

    Join us for Dills Celtic Festival at the Historic Dills Tavern. Proceeds from this event help support NYCHAPS historical and educational programs. Celtic Music, Crafters, Merchandise, Food, and Beverages Celtic musicians, dancers, artisans, crafters, vendors of traditional Celtic foods and beverages, and so much more will be a part of the festival. This will be a...

  • 2025 Kings Gap Trail Challenge

    2025 Kings Gap Trail Challenge

    Kings Gap Environmental Education Center 500 Kings Gap Road, Carlisle, PA, United States

    Can you hike every trail at Kings Gap? With 2600 acres of forest, Kings Gap has an extensive hiking system. Join us to get more comfortable hiking the trails. By...

    $19
  • Annual Kite Fly 2025

    Hooverville Elementary School 10829 Buchanan Trail E., Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, United States

    The 29th annual kite fly event in Waynesboro at Hooverville Elementary School. Free kite flying (all ages) with expert flying help from our Kite Masters—brothers Sam and George Adams. Bring your own kite. Build a Kite workshop is ongoing, all welcome; $1 materials donation for the workshop. Everyone gets a free raffle chance to win...

  • Pink Moon Hike

    Strawberry Hill Foundation 1537 Mt Hope Rd., Fairfield, Pennsylvania, United States

    Join us for a free nighttime nature hike under the Full Pink Moon! The forest is stretching and yawning awake. Join us as we explore the trails and enjoy the...

  • Adult Hike & Learn: Vernal Pools

    Kings Gap Environmental Education Center 500 Kings Gap Road, Carlisle, PA, United States

    Vernal Pools are temporary ponds often used by frogs and salamanders to lay their eggs. During this program, you will learn about and help to monitor these fascinating and vulnerable...

  • If Walls Could Talk: Preserving Art and History

    Craighead House 318 E. Old Yord Rd., Carlisle, Pennsylvania, United States

    Brian Howard, Chief Conservator at BR Howard and Associates, has dedicated his career to historic preservation and art conservation, including the kitchen walls and artwork at Craighead House. Join Brian,...

  • Homeschool Days – Busy Bees & Bug Besties

    Strawberry Hill Foundation 1537 Mt Hope Rd., Fairfield, Pennsylvania, United States

    Spring is all a buzz as the insects get to work! Join us as we investigate the hidden world in our backyards. Programs & Schedule 9:45am – Doors open10-10:30am –...

  • Community Climate Conversations

    You’re invited to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)’s Community Climate Conversations. This virtual workshop is an opportunity to share your experiences, learn about Pennsylvania’s Climate Action Plan, and...

  • SPRING, SUMMER, FALL & WINTER “SOAR” Bird Walks

    SOAR (“Studying Ornithology Around the Region”) 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...

  • Appalachian Trail Bluebell Hike and Spring Picnic at Scott Farm 

    Scott Farm 301 Bernheisel Bridge Rd, Carlisle, Pennsylvania, United States

    Enjoy beautiful Virginia bluebell wildflowers blooming in profusion along the Appalachian and Conodoguinet Creek. Learn about plans for the Scott Farm property as the future home of Keystone Trails Association...

  • Spring Hiking Weekend at Raystown Lake

    Join us for a weekend spent outdoors on trail, on the water, giving back to nature, biking, and more. We have activities for animal lovers, families, and those with limited...

  • Community Conversation: Community Gardens

    Cumberland County Planning Office 310 Allen Rd., Room B, Carlisle, Pennsylvania, United States

    This event will begin with an interactive panel of Community Gardens enthusiasts, including: Following the panel, there will be an opportunity to:             *Talk with the...