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| 4 events,  Join the Friends of Kings Gap for an all-levels yoga class with a spectacular view on the top of the mountain, led by Ally Gregg and Maurice Sipos. Classes are held on the Mansion terrace and are appropriate for beginners. They include breathing and meditation, and end with a guided relaxation. Modifications will be offered. There is... -  The June StoryWalk® event celebrates Summer—and our furry, four-legged friends—dogs! The book is Being a Dog: A Tail of Mindfulness by Maria Gianferrari. Simply be like a dog with this irresistible picture book that introduces readers to mindfulness. Illustrated by #1 New York Times bestselling artist Pete Oswald. In the story, we join a young child and their dog as... - Join the Friends of Kings Gap for this free summer concert series the first Sunday of June, July, August, and September! Bring your lawn chair or blanket to the top of the mountain to enjoy an evening of great music. Food vendors will be ready to serve you. All summer concerts begin at 2:00 p.m. and end at 6:30 p.m. Don't... | 0 events, | 1 event,  This smash Off-Broadway hit takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom, where we meet Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy: four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts! As we learn about their lives and loves, the girls serenade us with classic ‘50s hits including “Lollipop,” “Dream Lover,”... | 2 events, This smash Off-Broadway hit takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom, where we meet Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy: four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts! As we learn about their lives and loves, the girls serenade us with classic ‘50s hits including “Lollipop,” “Dream Lover,”... This smash Off-Broadway hit takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom, where we meet Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy: four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts! As we learn about their lives and loves, the girls serenade us with classic ‘50s hits including “Lollipop,” “Dream Lover,”... | 2 events, This smash Off-Broadway hit takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom, where we meet Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy: four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts! As we learn about their lives and loves, the girls serenade us with classic ‘50s hits including “Lollipop,” “Dream Lover,”... This smash Off-Broadway hit takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom, where we meet Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy: four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts! As we learn about their lives and loves, the girls serenade us with classic ‘50s hits including “Lollipop,” “Dream Lover,”... | 0 events, | 5 events, 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...  Explore and Play is an opportunity for families and community-members to enjoy access to free, play-based learning, and self-guided tabletop activities with a focus on environmental education, STEM, literacy, and local history. It’s a bridge between a nature center and classroom. This event takes place every Saturday through Dec. 13, with the exception of May... Come out with our trail crew volunteers to improve the hiking experience at Kings Gap! Work may include: Installing signs, trail evaluations, maintaining and opening trails, cutting new trails, rock work, painting blazes, drainage work, tree work, trail surfacing, installing bridges, etc. SaturdaysMeet at 9 AM > Locations vary; sign up for more info and meeting... |
| 4 events, Join the Friends of Kings Gap for an all-levels yoga class with a spectacular view on the top of the mountain, led by Ally Gregg and Maurice Sipos. Classes are held on the Mansion terrace and are appropriate for beginners. They include breathing and meditation, and end with a guided relaxation. Modifications will be offered. There is... - Save the Date for this year's Heritage Day! Live Music from Shippensburg Swing BandHistorical Society: Costumed InterpretationLog Sawing DemonstrationsHorse-drawn RidesWagon RidesHistoric GamesBeekeepingCanning and Herb DryingCrafts:Clothespin Doll MakingBasket WeavingBurlap SewingScavenger HuntsMansion ToursCarriage House ToursSpecial History ExhibitsIce Cream Making & TastingButter Making Food Vendors:B&L DogzPretzel SpotJack & Joan's Kettle Corn And More to come! FREE Admission! Come... This smash Off-Broadway hit takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom, where we meet Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy: four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts! As we learn about their lives and loves, the girls serenade us with classic ‘50s hits including “Lollipop,” “Dream Lover,”... | 1 event, -  Join us for our first Camp Craighead Kid’s Craft Night of the season making Gnome and Fairy houses out of items found in nature. Seating is limited to 20 children. Parents or guardians must accompany children during the event. RSVP HERE. | 1 event, Children gather under a tree in the park to listen to stories and enjoy related hands-on activities. Free admission. This year, Summer Stories will be on Tuesdays, June 10, 17, 24 and July 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 at 10:00 a.m. The theme for the 2025 Summer Stories will be announced soon. Children gather at Red Run... | 1 event, - Join us for a free nighttime nature hike under the Full Strawberry Moon! What better way to celebrate the official start of summer than a hike under the glorious full moon? This is our favorite time of year. The forest is in bloom and wild strawberries are everywhere. We’ll explore some local history and discover... | 0 events, | 1 event, -  This event is free and open to the public and features a presentation by a local Pennsylvania Game Commission Warden, who will discuss how to manage and care for our woodlands to benefit wildlife. This event will be an opportunity to learn, share information and stories, and further our understanding about how to create and... | 2 events, Father’s Day Family Camping Fathers, enjoy an evening of outdoor fun with your family! Sleep in a tent, roast marshmallows, hike along a stream and spend a night outdoors! Meals are included and instructions are provided. Bring your equipment, but if you need something, be sure to contact Friends of Kings Gap for loaners. Recommended for ages 5+. Registration... $15 Explore and Play is an opportunity for families and community-members to enjoy access to free, play-based learning, and self-guided tabletop activities with a focus on environmental education, STEM, literacy, and local history. It’s a bridge between a nature center and classroom. This event takes place every Saturday through Dec. 13, with the exception of May... |
| 2 events, Father’s Day Family Camping Join the Friends of Kings Gap for an all-levels yoga class with a spectacular view on the top of the mountain, led by Ally Gregg and Maurice Sipos. Classes are held on the Mansion terrace and are appropriate for beginners. They include breathing and meditation, and end with a guided relaxation. Modifications will be offered. There is... | 0 events, | 4 events, The Little Learners program includes hands-on outdoor engagement with the natural world in a safe learning environment. Each lesson will include storytime, an activity, and something to take home. This program is age-appropriate for children 2 - 4 years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Limited space available. Registration is required. Please register... Children gather under a tree in the park to listen to stories and enjoy related hands-on activities. Free admission. This year, Summer Stories will be on Tuesdays, June 10, 17, 24 and July 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 at 10:00 a.m. The theme for the 2025 Summer Stories will be announced soon. Children gather at Red Run...  Members will tour this native plant garden originally developed by Conococheague Audubon members in 2005. This garden is a Penn State Extension certified Pollinator Friendly Garden consisting of about ⅓ acre of trees, shrubs, perennials, a vine trellis, and a water feature. Tips for managing a garden cared for by volunteers with diverse experience levels... | 0 events, | 0 events, | 1 event, 9 to 5 The Musical, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. Set in the late 1970s. this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic. Pushed to the boiling point, three... | 6 events, 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... Explore and Play is an opportunity for families and community-members to enjoy access to free, play-based learning, and self-guided tabletop activities with a focus on environmental education, STEM, literacy, and local history. It’s a bridge between a nature center and classroom. This event takes place every Saturday through Dec. 13, with the exception of May... - Head out on a hike through the woods with Buttonwood educators as we look for reptiles and amphibians. Learn about different adaptations that these classes of animals have made to survive in the wild. Everyone should wear clothing and footwear that can get dirty. What is a Herp? Herpetology is a branch of zoology concerned with the... |
| 3 events, -  Hike into the history of the Underground Railroad and the anti-slavery movement in Southern Lancaster County through the Lancaster Conservancy's Fishing Creek Nature Preserve. Close to the Mason Dixon Line, we'll walk the old road and ford the creek three times as we trace a path of emancipation for Freedom Seekers who crossed the Susquehanna on... Join the Friends of Kings Gap for an all-levels yoga class with a spectacular view on the top of the mountain, led by Ally Gregg and Maurice Sipos. Classes are held on the Mansion terrace and are appropriate for beginners. They include breathing and meditation, and end with a guided relaxation. Modifications will be offered. There is... 9 to 5 The Musical, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. Set in the late 1970s. this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic. Pushed to the boiling point, three... | 1 event, - This is our fourth year offering this one-week art immersion program designed to inspire students to creative expression through visual art. PLEASE NOTE: This program takes place from June 23-27. Session two will take place from July 7-11. In an outdoor park setting surrounded by nature, students spend a full week exploring and creating with... $225 | 2 events, Children gather under a tree in the park to listen to stories and enjoy related hands-on activities. Free admission. This year, Summer Stories will be on Tuesdays, June 10, 17, 24 and July 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 at 10:00 a.m. The theme for the 2025 Summer Stories will be announced soon. Children gather at Red Run... 9 to 5 The Musical, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. Set in the late 1970s. this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic. Pushed to the boiling point, three... | 2 events, 9 to 5 The Musical, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. Set in the late 1970s. this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic. Pushed to the boiling point, three... 9 to 5 The Musical, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. Set in the late 1970s. this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic. Pushed to the boiling point, three... | 4 events, Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail Slackpack II- Northern Section Join us to hike the northern section of the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail (appx 41 miles.) The registration fee includes three days of guided hikes, shuttles to and from the lodging and trail, three breakfasts, three lunches and lodging in Ligonier at Thistledown Inn. A full "what to bring" list will be provided to registrants.... 9 to 5 The Musical, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. Set in the late 1970s. this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic. Pushed to the boiling point, three... 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 the end, this challenging monthly hiking series will cover over 25 miles of trail at the park. Two options of the same hike are offered... $19 9 to 5 The Musical, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. Set in the late 1970s. this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic. Pushed to the boiling point, three... | 4 events, - The Bay Supper is the most important fundraiser of the year for Buttonwood Nature Center. In 2025 we mark our 28th year of this popular event. Here’s an event that’s definitely all it’s cracked up to be! Members, friends, and families come together to support Buttonwood with a fabulous evening of food, fun, and frolic featuring... $100 -  You may be wondering, what IS a Topophiliac? Topophilia (From Greek topos "place" and -philia, "love of") is a strong sense of place, which often becomes mixed with the sense of cultural identity among certain people and a love of certain aspects of such a place. We know this love of place is something we all...  Join us for a Friday evening on the farm featuring live music and our famous artisan wood-fired farm pizza! Ticket includes a personal pizza and additional certified organic farm-fresh sides. Our pizzas are made with local cheese, can be made gluten-free, and we offer optional add-ons such as our seasonal veggies and 100% grass-fed, humanely raised beef!... $32 | 6 events, Explore and Play is an opportunity for families and community-members to enjoy access to free, play-based learning, and self-guided tabletop activities with a focus on environmental education, STEM, literacy, and local history. It’s a bridge between a nature center and classroom. This event takes place every Saturday through Dec. 13, with the exception of May... - Are you new to birding but want to learn? Join Buttonwood educators as we delve into the basics of birding. You’ll learn how to use binoculars properly when birding and maybe spot some of our fine feathered friends like common warblers, finches or other birds. Local birding groups have spotted up to 60 different species... $5 -  Friends of Historic Heishman’s Mill is hosting a demonstration and expo of regional wood carvers in the Folk Art Tradition of Wilhelm Schimmel, an itinerant folk art wood carver who lived and worked in the area in the late 1800s. Schimmel was a personal friend of John Greider who owned the Mill from 1868 to... |
| 4 events, Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail Slackpack II- Northern Section Join the Friends of Kings Gap for an all-levels yoga class with a spectacular view on the top of the mountain, led by Ally Gregg and Maurice Sipos. Classes are held on the Mansion terrace and are appropriate for beginners. They include breathing and meditation, and end with a guided relaxation. Modifications will be offered. There is... -  This event will feature authors, artists, poets, musicians, and storytellers. Join us for discussions, readings, exhibits, demonstrations of artists at work, a chance to interact with cultural figures, and opportunities to purchase works of art and signed copies of books. There will also be a community lunch. 9 to 5 The Musical, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. Set in the late 1970s. this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic. Pushed to the boiling point, three... | 0 events, | 4 events, - Ambassador campers dive-in to action pacted days. These all-day experiences combine recreation and outdoor learning in a dynamic program for teens. This year's theme: Data Decoders and Avid Adventurers Experience the best of both worlds by doing vital scientific research investigating pollinators, frogs and salamanders at seasonal ponds, and checking bird boxes for hatchlings - plus... $85 The Little Learners program includes hands-on outdoor engagement with the natural world in a safe learning environment. Each lesson will include storytime, an activity, and something to take home. This program is age-appropriate for children 2 - 4 years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Limited space available. Registration is required. Please register... Children gather under a tree in the park to listen to stories and enjoy related hands-on activities. Free admission. This year, Summer Stories will be on Tuesdays, June 10, 17, 24 and July 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 at 10:00 a.m. The theme for the 2025 Summer Stories will be announced soon. Children gather at Red Run... | 4 events, -  During the past six months, outdoor recreation businesses, business supporting organizations, government officials, community leaders, and strategic partners shared their thoughts about the challenges facing the outdoor recreation industry and the opportunities for a Pennsylvania outdoor business alliance (OBA) to unite, strengthen, and grow it. They outlined key priorities that an OBA should address to... 9 to 5 The Musical, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. Set in the late 1970s. this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic. Pushed to the boiling point, three... - | 2 events, 9 to 5 The Musical, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. Set in the late 1970s. this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic. Pushed to the boiling point, three... 9 to 5 The Musical, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. Set in the late 1970s. this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic. Pushed to the boiling point, three... | 1 event, - Lace up your running/walking shoes and join Team Salamander as we “scramble” around Waynesboro to raise funds for Buttonwood Nature Center. Team members secure funding pledges from friends, family, and co-workers. All athletic levels are welcome. Can’t be with us on race day? You can still register as a Scrambler to support Buttonwood. Walk, Run... Pricing Varies | 4 events, 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... - Have you ever wondered what the names of trees are while you are on a hike or just outdoors? Experience first-hand how to identify trees by looking at the different parts of the trees like leaves, bark and seeds. Then join Buttonwood educators for a hike to test your ID skills to identify trees like... 9 to 5 The Musical, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. Set in the late 1970s. this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic. Pushed to the boiling point, three... |
