Events Calendar

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  • Native Species Day

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

    Join the Friends of Kings Gap and Park Staff for a celebration of PA Native Species. Learn about native plants and make a seed ball to take home! Pop in anytime between 5:30 and 7:30 PM. If you missed the plant sale on May 10 & 11, this is an extra opportunity to pick up...

    $7
  • Garden Talk #2 Spring 2025: Small Space Gardening

    Monterey Pass Battlefield Museum 14325 Buchanan Trail East, Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, United States

    Buttonwood Nature Center announces the 2025 spring series of small-group garden talks. Talks will be held on four Thursdays in May from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Civil War era garden adjacent to Monterey Pass Battlefield Museum. #2: Small Space Gardening The second of a series of four spring Garden Talks. Gardening expert Melissa Irwin presents...

  • 2025 Spring Partnership Meeting & Regional Trail Coalition Kick-Off Meeting

    Oakside Community Park 2880 Table Rock Rd., Biglerville, Pennsylvania, United States

    Twice annually, the Partnership holds a meeting in which all partners and interested parties are invited to come together and build relationships and collaborations across the region. We are excited to gather in Adams County for this two-part meeting. The events will be held under a pavilion, so please dress appropriately for the weather. We...

  • 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...

  • 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
  • Youth Festival 2025

    Pine Hill Recreation Area 12684 Mentzer Gap Rd., Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, United States

    This fun event features a variety of workshops, demonstrations, activities, exhibits, and entertainment throughout the day. Professional guest performers are always exciting, entertaining and fun! Youth Fest is the best-kept FUN SECRET in Waynesboro! Free admission. Find more information HERE.

  • BARK Ranger Dog Hike

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

    Bring your furry friends out for this hike where we will learn the B.A.R.K. principles that help everyone have an enjoyable time out on the trails with pets. Meet at the Mansion Pavilion. Bring pet waste bags and dress for the weather. All dogs must be leashed and friendly. Find more information and register HERE.

  • History of Carlisle Barracks

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

    In Honor of the Army’s 250th Anniversary. The Carlisle Barracks is the oldest continually operating military facility in the United States of America. Come listen to Cumberland County Historical Society’s Education...

  • Tracking Wildflower Climate Resilience with AMC Webinar

    Enjoy hiking among spring wildflowers?  Interested in documenting the impacts of climate change?  Join us for a FREE webinar:Tracking Wildflower Climate Resilience with AMC: Tap into Community Science with iNaturalist, hosted...

  • Garden Talk #3 Spring 2025: Cooking with Herbs—What’s the Buzz?

    Monterey Pass Battlefield Museum 14325 Buchanan Trail East, Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, United States

    Buttonwood Nature Center announces the 2025 spring series of small-group garden talks. Talks will be held on four Thursdays in May from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Civil War...

  • 2025 Cumberland Valley Ice Cream Trail Launch Celebration

    Leo's Homemade Ice Cream 816 West High St., Carlisle, Pennsylvania, United States

    Come celebrate the launch of the Cumberland Valley Ice Cream Trail with CAEDC and the Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce! Every attendee who signs up for the trail will receive...