Events Calendar

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Star Party

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

Area residents are invited to a “star party,” a telescope viewing of the night sky at Pine Hill Recreation Area near Waynesboro. The event, a partnership between The Institute and Tri-State Astronomers (TSA), is free and open to the public.Telescopes will be set up in the park, and members of the Tri-State Astronomers club will...

Event Series A Christmas Carol

A Christmas Carol

A multi-talented company of actors, singers and dancers bring Dickens’ tale to life with warmth, music and laughter. A Christmas Carol, adapted by Wil Love and Carl Schurr, evokes the true magic of the holiday season and is entertainment for the entire family. Join us in continuing this holiday tradition… God bless us, everyone!

Holiday Wreath Workshop

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

Make your own beautiful, all-natural wreath while enjoying hot cocoa, treats, and friends. Join to learn about different local evergreens and make a wreath of your very own. We will supply pinecones, wire, and drinks. Please bring ribbon and any decorations you’d like to ad such as berries, bells, snow flakes, birds, silk flowers, etc....

$30

Blue Ridge Summit Free Library Annual Yuletide Celebration

Blue Ridge Summit Free Library 13767 Monterey Lane, Blue Ridge Summit, Pennsylvania, United States

Blue Ridge Summit Annual Library Yuletide Celebration 13676 Monterey Lane, BRS, PA Magical evening for families. Live music, fire truck rides, cookies & cider, Santa hands out candy canes, bird feeder craft for kids, door prizes. Memorial tree lighting at 6:30pm. For more info: brsmtnboard@gmail.com

Free

Blue Ridge Summit Free Library Annual Yuletide Celebration

Blue Ridge Summit Free Library 13767 Monterey Lane, Blue Ridge Summit, Pennsylvania, United States

The Blue Ridge Summit Free Library will hold its annual Yuletide Celebration from 4 to 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9, on the library grounds. Admission is free and all are welcome. Activities during the family-friendly event include fire truck rides by the Blue Ridge Summit Volunteer Fire Company; an appearance by Santa, who will...

Community Workshop on Climate Resilience

Dickinson College 28 N. College St., Carlisle, Pennsylvania, United States

Register today to participate in a highly interactive workshop to engage in conversation with Dickinson College and Cumberland County community members to learn and share perspectives about climate risks to...

Spring, Summer, Fall & Winter “SOAR” Bird Walks

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...

Christmas on the Hill

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

Join us in the Nature Classroom for photos with Santa and hot cocoa! Meet some of our Animal Ambassadors and discover what’s happening in our forest this time of year....

Winter Solstice Celebration

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

Start your winter break with friends & fun! Join us for an afternoon hike as we discover what winter means for nature. Warm up by the campfire with s’mores and...

$30

Winter Solstice Celebration

Red Run Park 12143 Buchanan Trail E., Rouzerville, Pennsylvania, United States

FREE and open to the public! The Institute is hosting their fourth annual Winter Solstice Celebration. The winter solstice is the longest night—or the shortest day—of the year, and falls...

Cold Moon Hike

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

Join us for a free nighttime nature hike under the Cold Moon! Enjoy the beauty of a late fall trek around Strawberry Hill as the forest prepares for the long...

Winter, Spring, Summer & Fall “SOAR” Bird Walks

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...

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