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(Adams County, PA) Looking for a safe way to get rid of your unused or expired medication that is also good for the environment? If so, mark your calendar. The 25th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day (26th in Adams County) is scheduled for Saturday, October 28, from 10 AM to 2 PM. Twice
By Amy Boyer Thomas, soccer mom If you drive by Biglerville’s Oakside Community Park on a Saturday in September or October, you’ll see dozens of young soccer players clad in gold on the soccer fields. Families and friends fill the sidelines of the fields to support the children. The events are sponsored by the American
By Beth Kanagy The Callie Awards are back! After several years of online events, the 2023 YWCA Women’s Excellence Awards, the Callies, are back in person! Get your tickets today for an October 23 luncheon in the Grand Ballroom at the Gettysburg Hotel celebrating women who have made a positive impact on their community! The
What are young activists thinking about these days in places like Gettysburg, Pennsylvania? What are they passionate about? What issues are they working on? What community organizations are they collaborating with? What are their hopes for the future, for themselves, and for our country? In search of answers to questions like these, Gettysburg Democracy for
The YWCA of Gettysburg and Adams County has announced plans to consolidate its childcare program into a single location at 50 Expedition Trail in the Adams Commerce Center. The YWCA will no longer offer childcare services at its 909 Fairfield Road location as of November 27, 2023. “As a necessary move to sustain the entire
The Adams County Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame has announced the inductees for the class of 2023. The recipients of this honor are: Scott Anderson, long-time New Oxford High School and American Legion baseball coach and wrestling official; Michael Kirkpatrick, who had an outstanding career coaching women’s basketball and softball at Gettysburg
Gettysburg Community Theatre (GCT), the non-profit 501c3 organization currently in its 15th year at 49 York Street within the first block of Lincoln Square in Gettysburg, PA, will announce their 2024 Season during their Mostly Broadway Cabaret on Friday, September 22, 2023. This annual piano bar cabaret performance will benefit The Taylor Zimmerman Memorial Scholarship
National Riding Stables Horse Rescue is inviting the public to meet some lucky horses that have been rescued from abuse, neglect, or slaughter; learn how they have healed from their unfortunate pasts; and learn how to help these and other distressed horses live a deserved life of peace and tranquility. The Open House will be
by Jeff Cann Let’s start with a definition: The multiverse is an infinite realm of being or potential being of which the universe is regarded as a part or instance. Haha, just kidding. That’s actually the definition Google gave me, but it does me no good; I don’t know what the heck it means. Let’s try
McSherrystown, Pennsylvania — September 7, 2023 — Evision Total Wellness, a local provider in holistic health, functional medicine, and wellness services, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its new location on September 17, 2023. The event will be marked with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, signifying a new chapter in our journey toward promoting health
Being created in God’s image (the imago dei), we believe that all human beings bear this image in many and various ways. Because members of the LGBTQ community are often marginalized and sometimes persecuted in the name of God, it is necessary for us to bear Christian witness to defend and advocate for all whom
The following notice was posted today on the Littlestown Police Department’s Savvy Citizen app. Over the past several days there appears to be a batch of illegal drugs that have hit the streets in South Central Pa. Over the past weekend, multiple overdoses have occurred which has also resulted in multiple deaths. Apparently, from what
As we bid farewell to 2023, Gettysburg’s Lincoln Square will undergo an exciting transformation into a brightly colored, lively dance venue, reflecting a departure from the traditional way this historic town celebrates the arrival of the new year. A new tradition was started in 2022, when the town celebrated the inaugural “Let’s Raise Abe’s Hat”
Gettysburg College’s Schmucker Art Gallery has announced a series of shows during 2023-24: Drawing on the Susquehanna (Main Gallery) September 6 – December 8, 2023 September 13, opening reception October 27, Multi-disciplinary panel discussion, 5 p.m. Curated by Rob Evans, the exhibition Drawing on the Susquehanna features eighteenth- and nineteenth-century prints, paintings, books, and objects
Gettysburg Community Theatre (GCT), the non-profit 501c3 organization currently in its 15th year at 49 York Street within the first block of Lincoln Square in Gettysburg, PA, will present their youth cast production of The SpongeBob Musical youth edition at 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays and 7 p.m. Saturdays September 9-17, 2023. Limited reserved seating tickets are available
By Sherrie DeMartino, Branch Manager of the Carroll Valley Library If there is an item that you would like to borrow from the library, and you can’t find it in the catalog, don’t despair! Before you order it online, there are several other options that we can explore to attempt to get the item for
October is nationally known as breast cancer awareness month. In Adams County, we celebrate our breast cancer survivors in many ways throughout October and beyond. Our main goal for women in our community is to assist them in the early detection and understanding of breast health concerns. In our community, the dedicated members of the
The 32nd annual Adams County Heritage Festival will kick off, rain or shine, at noon on Sunday, September 17, at the Gettysburg Recreation Park, 545 Long Lane. With a goal of celebrating community unity, Festival organizers, the Interfaith Center for Peace and Justice, and the YWCA of Gettysburg and Adams County have planned a full afternoon
On May 7, 2023, motorcyclists across the U.S.A. embarked on our fourth Coast to Coast Motorcycle Relay carrying copies of the United State’s most sacred documents: · The Declaration of Independence · The Bill of Rights · Our Constitution, including Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation & the 13th,14th,
The Gettysburg Choral Society, Inc. will present a Christmas concert entitled “Joy to the World!” in The Church of the Abiding Presence (Chapel) on the campus of the United Lutheran Seminary in Gettysburg, on Friday, December 1st, at 7:00 p.m. The forty-voice chorus, under the direction of John McKay, will celebrate the chapel’s captivating acoustics
The tournament will be held Sep 15, 2023 at Gettysburg National Golf Course.
GETTYSBURG, PA – Beginning Tuesday, September 5, park roads west and north of Gettysburg (Day 1 Battlefield) and the East Cavalry battlefield will be repaved. This three-month project will address road surfaces and parking areas that are at the end of their lifespan. Road closures during this phase of paving will largely occur at night
One Hundred Nights of Taps, Gettysburg is finishing its 2023 evening programs on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 4. The closing program features multiple buglers sounding cascading Taps, an especially moving conclusion. The Labor Day program will also include an Enduring Pathway educational segment presented by GNMP Ranger Smith. Every day since Memorial Day, a few
By Stephanie Trout In the spirit of back-to-school season, the Friends of the Trone Memorial Library would like to share our favorite equation with everyone. Did that word “equation” stir up memories of algebra class? Don’t worry, we’re not here to figure out that mysterious “x” or its friend “y”. In our world, Book Donations
According to the Adams County Arts Council newsletter, the following shows will be displayed this fall. The Bluebrick Gallery The Bluebrick Gallery, an artist co-op featuring seven Adams County artists, opened its doors on June 5, 2009. The artists—Owner Lisa Gohr Harman, Shawn Heiges, Wendy Spicer Heiges, Sarah Schaeffer Maclay, Jill Rakowicz, Amy Thrush-Dreves, and
by Betsy Meyer The Healthy Adams County Physical Fitness Task Force’s fall walking schedule is full of walks, showing off Adams County’s natural beauty at a wonderful time of year for walking. As Albert Camus said, “Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower.” We hope you will find some time this
The 2023 Adams County Heritage Festival will feature a children’s bike parade and community walk along the Biser Trail in Rec Park. The whole day is packed with entertainment and wonderful food, making it a great community unity event. Bike decorating starts at 12:30 backstage, or you can decorate your bike at home. Helmets are
A first-year Gettysburg College student was seriously injured this morning in an accident at about 11:00 a.m. at the corner of Washington St. and Lincoln Ave. in Gettysburg. According to a Gettysburg Police release, the 18-year-old female was crossing Washington St. at the intersection of Lincoln Ave. when a 2008 Toyota van operated by a
Gettysburg Area Democracy for America (DFA) has released a position paper decrying the chronic shortage of affordable housing in Adams County and calling for developers and local governments to make a priority of this issue. You can read the paper by clicking here. The position paper mentions several reasons for this shortage, including: The position
The Adams County SPCA in partnership with YWCA Hanover SafeHome is inviting everyone to participate in the first annual Purple Paws Pet Walk. This event will be held at the Gettysburg Rec Park, 545 Long Lane, on September 24 from 1-3 p.m. You are invited to bring your leashed dog to walk with you. There
Harrisburg, Pa., Aug. 15, 2023 — The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, invites people from across York and Adams counties to fight heart disease and stroke one step at a time at the 2023 York Heart Walk and Adams County Heart Walk on Saturday,
Healthy Adams County has received a grant from the Adams County Community Foundation’s Fund for the Environment to continue a program that helps Adams County residents with free rain barrels to recycle rainwater. You can make a difference by placing a rain barrel under your downspouts and using the water for your garden or other
While October is the busiest month for adult programming in the Adams County Library System with the Adams County Reads One Book program, there are quite a number of opportunities for adult community members to engage in programs and events during the fall at each Adams County Library location. Here are some highlighted programs… The
On Saturday, September 23, Healthy Adams Bicycle/Pedestrian, Inc (HABPI) will host its 8th Annual Ride for Trails to raise money for trail development in Adams County. Three different routes are being offered to accommodate riders of all experience levels: 13 miles, 24 miles, and 40 miles. All rides begin at the Gettysburg Rec Park, 545
Please join us as we welcome on Aug. 20 at 1:00 p.m. Dr. Stephen A. Douglas for a special presentation and book signing of his new release, “One More War to Fight: Union Veterans’ Battle for Equality through Reconstruction, Jim Crow, and the Lost Cause.” Dr. Goldman is a psychiatrist with decades of experience in
Local art space invites everyone for food, music, and games to celebrate 10 years in thecommunity. Gettysburg, PA – Nonprofit art space Waldo’s & Company welcomes everyone to celebrate adecade of community art with Waldos 10th Birthday Party Saturday, Aug. 26, from 4 to 10 p.m. at17 Lincoln Square (Basement) in Gettysburg. This anniversary not
Gettysburg, PA – The Adams County Office for Aging, Inc. (ACOFA) will host a listening session on the Department of Aging’s development of the Master Plan for Older Adults – a 10-year, state-led, and stakeholder-driven strategic plan designed to help transform the infrastructure and coordination of services for older Pennsylvanians. The master plan will also reflect the needs
The Adams County Board of Elections and the Adams County Commissioners is pleased to announce that as of Monday, August 7, 2023, the Adams County Elections and Voter Registration Office has officially moved to a new location in the Adams County Emergency Services Building at 230 Greenamyer Ln., Gettysburg. This strategic relocation marks a significant
“Reading Mary Margaret Stewart” will be on display from Sep. 6 – Nov. 11 at Gettysburg College’s Schmucker Art Gallery. Curated by Miriam Glatfelter ’24, this exhibit will examine literary themes in works from Stewart’s collection.
by Sara Edmiston Any librarian will probably tell you that one of their favorite jobs is selecting new materials for the library. One of my duties as the Public Services Director is to select and purchase nonfiction books in print for the library system. There are thousands of books published every year, so how do
By C. Lisa Lathrop RN, BSN, IBCLC, Program Manager/Nurse Supervisor Nurse-Family Partnership at Family First Health August is National Breastfeeding Month, 2023 We know there are many health benefits for mom and baby when it comes to breastfeeding. If a mother chooses to do so, it can protect the baby against short and long-term illnesses
Join Us in Memory of those Lost to Overdose Many hundreds of thousands of people around the world lose their lives to overdose each year. [Nearly 110,000 Americans lost their lives to overdose in 2022, an increase of roughly four percent from 2021 and the second consecutive year of more than 100,000 overdose deaths]. They
Mark your calendar for Friday, August 25, when representatives of more than ten local churches will sponsor Family Night at the Park. The event, to be held at the Gettysburg Recreation Park, will feature free food (food trucks will also be on hand), live music, vendors, vintage cars, skateboard demonstrations, a Fire Department display, face
The Gleaning Project of South Central PA’s Glean-A-Mania! begins this Sunday, August 6 and runs through August 13! Last year, The Gleaning Project gleaned 34,000 lbs. in one week! You can help continue this work of nourishing families and fighting food insecurity by donating here: Please visit https://thegleaningproject.org/glean-a-mania2023 for more information.
Celebrate the bounty of the harvest in the Adams County Bounty of the County event August 11-20. Chefs at restaurants around Adams County have crafted special menus that feature locally grown produce in new dishes and beverages. The event is a new way to connect locals and visitors to the best that our county offers
The Gettysburg Choral Society is now actively seeking new singers for the fall season. Auditions are being held by appointment on Saturday, August 12th, from 11 am-1 pm and on Monday, August 21st, from 6-8 pm. The group will perform two Christmas concerts. The first is on December 1st at the United Lutheran Seminary Chapel
The “Historic Barns Tour of Gettysburg and Adams County” will be held on Saturday, Sept. 16, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Presented by Historic Gettysburg Adams County (HGAC), this event will be held rain or shine. The Tour includes privately owned barns that are not usually open to the public. One of the barns
The Adams County Dept. of Elections and Voter Registration has indicated that there are vacancies on the November ballot for several local positions: Mt. Pleasant Township – 4-year term to complete a resigned supervisor’s term Germany Township – 2-year term to complete a resigned tax collector’s term Bendersville Borough Council – 4-year term for borough council due to a resignation from the
Gettysburg Community Theatre (GCT), the non-profit 501c3 organization currently in its 15th year at 49 York Street within the first block of Lincoln Square in Gettysburg, PA, will present its production of Shakespeare’s comedy Much Ado About Nothing August 4-13, 2023 with performances at 7 pm Fridays & Saturdays, and 2 pm Sunday matinees. Limited
This topic comes at an interesting time for me, having just finished reviewing next year’s budgetary request and ramping up the ongoing task of updating the library’s technology inventory tracking system to determine what we have and what gaps need to be filled. The immediate goal of the latter is to create a technology replacement
Main Street Gettysburg is proud to be cooperating with Journey Through Hallowed Ground, Gettysburg National Military Park, Gettysburg Foundation, American Battlefield Trust, Seminary Ridge Museum, and Adams County Historical Society to host a celebration of the 30th anniversary of the movie “Gettysburg.” The 1993 movie, filmed on location in Gettysburg, was adapted from the 1974 historical
The Adams County Office for Aging is now able to issue Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) checks to qualifying senior citizens after statewide delays, which started in June. Gettysburg, PA – The Adams County Office for Aging is excited to finally be able to distribute Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) checks to qualifying senior
Two local nonprofit organizations, the Adams County Farmers Market (ACFM) and Gettysburg Green Gathering (GGG), are partnering to host their first Homesteading & Green Living Expo on July 15, 2023 from 8 am -1 pm at the Gettysburg Rec Park. The event will be held in conjunction with the regularly scheduled farmers market. This new
This year’s Friends of the Adams County Library System’s Summer Book Sale Bonanza promises to be one of our biggest and best in several years. The reason it is going to be so special comes down to how our patrons and supporters of the library have been so generous with their donations. A rough estimate
Gettysburg, PA – Simple Gifts comes to the Adams County Library System, bringing three family-friendly events to the Trone Memorial Library and one to the Gettysburg Library. This award-winning band consists of two women who perform with an impressive array of instruments, including two violins, mandolin, hammered dulcimer, recorders, banjo, and guitar, plus some more
Gettysburg Community Theatre (GCT), the non-profit 501c3 organization located at 49 York Street within the first block of Lincoln Square in Gettysburg, PA, has begun its annual Penguin Project (theatre for actors with special needs) but needs at least 10 more volunteer peer mentors ages 10+ without special needs to help the actors with special
The Board of Directors of the YWCA of Gettysburg & Adams County has selected Melissa Leathery as their next CEO, effective August 7, 2023. “On behalf of the YWCA Board of Directors of Gettysburg and Adams County, we are privileged to welcome Melissa to the position of Chief Executive Officer,” said Board President Lyne Aurand.
Did you know that most waste haulers serving Adams County do not permit customers to place glass into recycling bins? If they do, glass placed in curbside recycling bins is transported to a sorting facility, separated, and then transported to the landfill. It is not recycled. Making matters worse, the glass is transported twice. Further,
WellSpan Health has been recognized as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces 2023 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group. The ranking recognizes the greatest workplaces overall by state and is based on performance in the following areas: empowerment of women, promotion of veterans, development of entry-level employees and support for LGBTQ team members. “Our approach of
The late Dick Selby created The Bernard, Mary, and Richard Selby Family Memorial Fund as a permanent charitable endowment to honor his parents, Mary and Bernard, and the family’s commitment to their hometown of Littlestown. Each year the Fund distributes charitable grants to nonprofits serving Littlestown, including three organizations that were important to Bernard and
After almost 20 years of visiting and surveying historic barns, a team of volunteers from the Historic Gettysburg Adams County Barn Preservation Project recently added the 400th barn to the HGAC register of historic Adams County Barns. Barn owners Wayne and Leila Flickinger and their daughters, Alayna and Sarah, welcomed the barn surveyors to their
With generous support from The Cultural Alliance Of York County, Adams County Community Foundation and their wonderful Giving Spree, The Robert C Hoffman Charitable Endowment Fund, The Marie Keese Lelash Foundation, The Janet & Edward Riggs Charitable Endowment, Danny Sebright, Sharon Magraw, Kiwanis Club Of Gettysburg, The Optimists Club Of Gettysburg, The Eagle Riders Of
The Arendtsville Lions Club celebrated the 50th Anniversary of its Charter Night with a dinner at Hickory Bridge Farm on June 13, 2023. The evening included a display of the club’s history and memorabilia, guest speakers, a roll-call of deceased members, induction of new members, installation of officers, special recognition of members, and entertainment by
by Annette DeFuso The Adams County Library system offers over 100,000 items for our patrons to borrow. With over 300,000 total check-outs of our physical materials just in the last year, we strive to maintain our book, video, and audio collections in good circulating condition. Our most popular items circulate dozens and dozens of times,
United Way of Adams County has been chosen to receive approximately $20,000 to supplement emergency food and shelter programs in the county. The federal funds are made available through the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/Federal Emergency Management Agency under the Emergency Food and Shelter national board program. The selection was made by a national board
GETTYSBURG, PA – Estelle King of Hanover recently gifted a conservation easement protecting a 50-acre parcel in Conewago Township to the Land Conservancy of Adams County. King and her late husband, Richard King, purchased the original 25-acre parcel, which includes the main house, several outbuildings, and a sprawling arboretum, from the Myers family in 1987.
Fourteen graduates from Adams County were celebrated by friends, family, and faculty this month as members of Reach Cyber Charter School’s Class of 2023. These students were among the 847 high school seniors who were honored in the unique, STEM-focused online school’s in-person commencement ceremony at the Bryce Jordan Center in State College on June 8.
The Gettysburg Choral Society, Inc. will present a summer series of patriotic concerts entitled “Let Freedom Ring!” Featuring some of America’s favorite songs, the program will highlight a popular musical rendition of “The Gettysburg Address.” There will also be a time of special recognition for America’s veterans. The chorus will be joined by Gettysburg’s own
GETTYSBURG, PA – This July, Eisenhower National Historic Site (NHS) will commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Korean War armistice with special events and programming. Known as the ‘Forgotten War’, Korea was the first major conflict of the Cold War, impacting the lives of millions. Korea was central to Dwight D. Eisenhower’s 1952 presidential campaign, and
The Adams County Arts Council’s Juried Art Exhibition Award ceremony was held on Saturday, June 10 at 6 p.m. in the Schmucker Art Gallery at Gettysburg College. The ceremony was followed by a special “Toast the Artists Celebration” event upstairs in the Paul Recital Hall. The Toast the Artists event was sponsored by Renn Kirby,
Pennsylvania Hallowed Grounds and Preservation Pennsylvania are pleased to announce grant awards to 13 African American cemeteries to assist in their ongoing preservation efforts as part of an African American Cemetery Stewardship Program funded by the African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund (AACHAF) through the National Trust for Historic Preservation with support from The JPB
Cumberland Township has partnered with Savvy Citizen to keep our residents informed! Savvy Citizen is more than a notification system as it allows Cumberland Township to keep residents up-to-date on community events, helpful information, significant meetings, road closures, alerts, and much more. Available on Android, iPhone/iPad, and computers, residents of Cumberland Township can choose to
Each year Historic Gettysburg Adams County presents awards to dedicated property owners who believe, as HGAC believes, that there is beauty and value in architectural history and who have invested hundreds of hours of hard work into preserving the past HGAC’s Preservation Committee, chaired by Curt Musselman, is responsible for choosing a Barn Preservation Award
The deadline to order fresh blueberries from the Gettysburg Adams Kiwanis Club is less than two weeks away. No orders will be accepted after June 26 (June 24 for online orders).The annual sale is the local Kiwanis Club’s biggest fund-raiser, generally netting more than $10,000, which is earmarked to support local youth and community programs.
The Adams County Farmers Market is holding its first-ever Farmers Market Fairy Festival on Saturday, June 17, 2023, from 8 am-1 pm at the Gettysburg Rec Park. Gettysburg, PA – The Adams County Farmers Market (ACFM) is excited to launch a new Farmers Market Fairy Festival event at the Gettysburg Rec Park on Saturday, June
by Jeff Cann Mother’s Day and Father’s Day are possibly the lamest holidays in my house. We tend to under-celebrate all of those “Hallmark” holidays—Valentine’s Day, for example, is usually a pair of greeting cards purchased separately at Rite Aid on the morning of, and if not sold out, I always spring for a box
This post is sponsored by the Daniel Lady Farm For living history enthusiasts, and those just looking to experience a beautiful and historic Adams County Farm, plan to attend the 160th Battle of Gettysburg Anniversary Event or one of the other events happening at the farm in 2023. The Historic Daniel Lady Farm, occupied by
Through its scholarship program, the Gettysburg Garden Club supports local college students who study in horticulture-related fields. Two scholars are recipients this year. Samantha Schulteis, left, graduated from Duke University, and is pursuing a master’s degree at Yale. She is a Biglerville native. Rebecca Durbin, right, attends Penn State University’s main campus. She is a
Gettysburg’s Seminary Ridge Museum announces the 160th Battle of Gettysburg Anniversary on the Ridge event, June 30 – July 3. Join museum staff with battlefield walking tours, real-time programs, guest presenters, children’s activities, and an outdoor screening of the film “Gettysburg.” Click here to see the complete list of activities.
The Daniel Lady Farm majestically sits one mile east of Gettysburg on high ground bordering Gettysburg National Military Park’s Benner’s Hill and Culp’s Hill. On July 2, 160 years ago, the farm became a staging area and headquarters for Confederate Major General Edward “Allegheny” Johnson’s preparation and attack of the Union right flank on Culp’s
The Taneytown Road entrance into the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center will reopen on June 8. Initially closed on April 1, the Visitor Center Drive required a full replacement. The original asphalt surface had reached the end of its lifespan and was replaced by concrete. All normal operating services and routes that utilize
In 1875, George F. Patton published A Practical Guide to the Arrangement of Band Music that includes this thought: When we see a town with flourishing enterprises, such as newspapers, schools, libraries, picture galleries, literary and scientific societies, concert halls, theaters, and brass bands, we need not be told that it is the dwelling place
The largest amphibious invasion in history was launched on June 6, 1944 when Allied troops landed on the beaches of Normandy to liberate Europe from the grip of Nazi Germany. For this year’s 79th anniversary of D-Day, volunteers with the non-profit Stories Behind the Stars are commemorating the sacrifice of the 116th Infantry Regiment of
HGAC BarnArt Show & Sale begins June 9 This is an art exhibit you do not want to miss! The Historic Gettysburg Adams County Barn Preservation Project and Grant Program will present the 15th Annual BarnArt Show & Sale, beginning Friday, June 9 until Sunday, June 11, at the G.A.R. Hall, 53 East Middle Street
New economic report shows that visitor spending is strong in Adams County Gettysburg, Pennsylvania – May 31, 2023 As the 160th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg approaches this summer, visitor spending and employment in the tourism industry have returned to 84 percent of pre-COVID-19 levels, according to a recently released economic study. This indicates that
June and July 2023 Gettysburg, Pa. (May 31, 2023)—The Gettysburg Foundation is pleased to offer area residents and visitors to Gettysburg educational events with family-friendly programming on select summer holidays at Children of Gettysburg 1863® in June and July 2023. Open daily, 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. for the summer season, Children of Gettysburg 1863® is an interactive history adventure
GETTYSBURG, PA — The 7th Annual Gettysburg Pride Fest will be held June 2-4, 2023, with over 50 different local small businesses, four all-loving/affirming inclusive local churches, and ten other nonprofit organizations sponsoring the weekend’s fest with various events for all ages. Premiere-level sponsors are WellSpan Health, Field & Floor FX, and Graphcom, as well as
Sister Mary Kate Birge, S.S.J., will deliver the eleventh annual William K. Collinge Lecture Monday, June 12, at 7 p.m., in the multipurpose room at St. Francis Xavier School, 465 Table Rock Rd., Gettysburg. In her lecture, “‘Impatient for Justice and Patient for God’—Catholic Social Teaching and Its Call to the Work of Anti-Racism,” Sister
by Robyn Woods Warmer days are here, and Summer is just around the corner. With kids and teens counting down the days until the start of summer, I am also preparing for a Summer of fun. The Adams County Library System is getting ready for SummerQuest and FunFest. This year’s theme is “All-together Now,” and
Gettysburg National Military Park staff will commemorate the 160th Anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg on July 1, 2, and 3, with a series of free hikes, walks, and talks that discuss, explore, and reflect on this important turning point in the American Civil War. The public is invited to join National Park Service staff throughout
The Gettysburg Brass Band Festival is pleased to welcome the All-Star Brass and Percussion of Columbus, Ohio. Dr. Eric Aho, Director of Bands and Orchestra at Independence High School, founded the group in 1986. Students involved in the band must receive a nomination and successfully complete an audition process. Young musicians from over 40 schools and eight Central Ohio
Rebecca and Christina are twins from birth, and now their newborns will share a special bond because they were born on the same day in the same hospital (WellSpan Gettysburg Hospital). Rebecca had a scheduled inducing at the hospital that started on Tuesday. Her sister Christina was visiting her as she was going into labor
New York Times best-selling author and Gettysburg resident Jeff Shaara will make several experiences in the county over the summer. Shaara will be sharing his newest release, “The Old Lion,” the story of Theodore “Teddy” Roosevelt. “It was a daunting task, and my greatest hope is that I’ve done him justice. He certainly deserves that,”
The 27th Annual Gettysburg Brass Band Festival is expanding to five days with dozens of free performances at the United Lutheran Seminary Pavilion Stage and throughout the borough. A highlight of the festival will be a benefit performance by the world-renowned Brubeck Brothers Quartet on Thursday, June 8. Dave Brubeck (1920-2012) is an iconic name
GETTYSBURG, PA – On June 6, 1944, General Dwight D. Eisenhower and the Allied Expeditionary Force embarked upon “the great crusade” as thousands of Allied troops landed in Normandy, France, beginning the liberation of Europe. Staff from Eisenhower National Historic Site will commemorate the 79th anniversary of the D-Day invasion with a special walking tour of
The Adams County Sports Hall of Fame (ACSHOF) is calling for nominations for individuals as possible inductees into the hall of honored athletes. The ACSHOF is a chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame, Inc. The purpose of the non-profit organization is to honor those individuals who have brought lasting fame and recognition to
Come take a peek inside the historic George Spangler barn and find out more about Pennsylvania’s unique bank barns! This year will mark the third season for HGAC’s family-friendly “Summer at Spangler” program, which takes place at the George Spangler Barn and Farm, located at 488 Blacksmith Shop Road in Gettysburg. The barn is not
by Erica Duffy Adams County Public Libraries are a vital part of our community’s learning network. FunFest is our free event that celebrates the kick-off into SummerQuest, the ACLS summer learning program. Our sixth annual Funfest will occur on Friday, June 9, from 307 p.m. at Gettysburg Rec Park. We encourage children and families to
Gettysburg Area School District students shared their art with the board of directors last week: Featured image caption: L-R: Crosby Nell (Grade 4 – JGE), Brielle Hanna (Grade 3 – LE), Liam Dixon (Grade 8, GAMS), Avree Johnson (Grade 5, FTE), Sophia Hartman (Grade 12, GAHS), Spencer Muhl (Grade 10, GAHS), and Malina Reber (Grade
