After being vacant for years, the iconic Distelfink is once again serving ice cream thanks to owners David and Melissa Stremmel of Biglerville. The restaurant is located at 2710 Old Harrisburg Road, at the intersection of Shriver’s Corner Road. Cecil Sandoe owned the original restaurant, which sold soft-serve ice cream, sandwiches, baked goods, and more.
Gettysburg Community Dinner organizer Stephanie Auer is again putting on a free community event this Saturday, June 20th, at GARA Recreational Park. The family event will be held from 1:00 – 9:00 pm and features barbecued foods, kids’ games, live music, an outdoor movie (Sandlot), miscellaneous vendors, and much more. The theme is a 90’s
A festive dining room; a buffet of delicious home-made food; a hot chocolate bar and dozens of trays with tempting home-baked desserts awaited diners on Tuesday, as they poured into the Barn at Herr Ridge Farm in Gettysburg for another free Community Dinner, conceived and brought to fruition by Gettysburg resident Stephanie Auer. As we
The Gettysburg Community Dinner Thanksgiving event, which had originally been planned for 12 families, eventually grew to serve 1,065 meals, with only a couple of weeks’ preparation. Many families asked if there would be a Christmas dinner to follow, which prompted Stephanie Auer, the originator of the community dinner events, to immediately jump into gear
A new report released by the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank paints a detailed picture of food insecurity in Adams County — and offers a roadmap for how the community can work together to address it. The “Adams County Community Hunger Mapping” project, presented this week by the Food Bank’s research and policy team, found that
Across Pennsylvania, hunger remains a pressing challenge. Statewide, one in eight people—and one in six children—are food insecure. Here in Adams County, the numbers are just as alarming: one in nine residents and one in seven children face uncertainty about where their next meal will come from. According to Feeding America, food insecurity has worsened
This week, March 24 – 31, 2025 is National Farmworker Awareness Week, sponsored by the Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs. This week of recognition includes a nationwide drive for long-sleeved shirts for our farmworkers. Our farmworkers are a valuable asset for all of Pennsylvania’s farms and orchards, making sure that our communities can enjoy the
Shoppers are invited to attend the Adams County Farmers Market’s Holiday Pop-Up Market on Saturday, December 7th from 10:00am to 3:00pm at the Gettysburg Rec Park, 545 Long Lane in Gettysburg. This annual event brings together many of the market’s regular vendors and growers, along with dozens of additional art, craft, and gift vendors to
Looking for a place in Gettysburg to make friends, learn to draw, have a pastry, or just hang out and drink coffee? Look no further; Presidents Coffee, a modern family-owned coffee shop, has what you are looking for. Owners Tom Pottiger and his wife Emily opened their business just over a year ago on the
Kathleen “Kathy” Glahn was recognized and thanked for over 15 years of service to the Adams County Farmers Market during the organization’s Annual Meeting on March 13, held at Battlefield Bed and Breakfast. Glahn, a founding member of the farmers market, has been a volunteer board member and officer of the organization since 2008. Glahn’s
After more than 100 years in Gettysburg, Ernie’s Texas Lunch will have a new name. The current owner Ernie Kranias, has announced he is selling the Gettysburg fixture establishment at 58 Chambersburg St. to Harry Tassou, the owner of Olivia’s Retaurant, located south of Gettysburg. Kranias said the new name will be the Honey Bee
The Adams County Farmers Market is excited to announce that the opening day he Opening Day of the Adams County Farmers Market (ACFM)’s 2024 season is set for Saturday, April 27th from 8am-1pm at the Gettysburg Rec Park, located at 545 Long Lane. Market shoppers can expect to see a familiar cast of market vendors
Now in its sixth year, the Adams County Pour Tour kicked off 2024 with a new digital passport, new prizes and more than 10 locations where visitors and residents can taste an amazing variety of craft beverages in the Gettysburg area. In 2018, Destination Gettysburg launched the craft beverage trail, now featuring locally made beer,
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 Adam’s County Farmers Market, held Saturday mornings at the Gettysburg rec park, is much more than parsley, peaches, and posies. On a recent visit, one could find all types of fresh produce and fruit, of course, plus offerings of fresh flowers, crafts, meats, honey, and mushrooms. There was also jewelry, games, a live band,
A 100-seat French-influenced brasserie, The Sign of the Buck, will open Friday in the Union Hotel, 29 Chambersburg St., in downtown Gettysburg. The brasserie’s locally-sourced European-Continental, Mediterranean, and “New American French Bistro” menu features local offerings, from produce and farm-raised meats to world-class beers, ciders, and spirits. Local suppliers include Bantam Café Roasters, Weaving Root
New to this area, I am like a ‘kid in a candy store,’ discovering all the local foods, including yes, candy stores and bakeries. But as a registered dietitian, I am mindful to seek foods we should be eating generously, like fruits and vegetables. Adams and surrounding counties are very ‘fruitful’ this time of year.
Colleen C. Myles, Texas State University Some scholars say beer and wine – and fermentation in general – helped develop a civilization and shaped culture and landscapes over millennia. Portland, Maine’s Rising Tide Brewery supports ‘economic development, LGBTQ+ rights, BIPOC equality … and stewardship of Maine’s natural environment.’ John Ewing/Portland Portland Press Herald via Getty
Adams County Technical Institute Director Jeremy Schaffner was on hand Saturday morning as a four-ton portable wood-fired bread oven was donated to the institute by Adams County non-profit Bakewell Farm. Bakewell Farm was founded as a way to demonstrate to students and their families how to make nutritious breads, and how baking could bring families
Ready for a taste of summer? The Gettysburg Adams Kiwanis Club is again working to fulfill that need by providing fresh-picked blueberries to local fruit lovers. The deadline for ordering 10-pound boxes of berries is June 26 (June 24 for those making online orders). The annual sale is the local Kiwanis Club’s biggest fund-raiser, generally
After 24 years serving steaks, seafood, desserts, and more to our community, the long-time owners of Gettysburg’s Dunlap’s Restaurant and Bakery, Ruth and Barry Dunlap, are moving to Texas to be nearer their son. The restaurant, as well as its parking lot, has been sold to the adjacent Federal Pointe Inn owner Pete Monahan. Monahan said
Gettysburg’s first-ever food hall, Savorhood, opened its doors to the public April 28. Located at 985 Baltimore Pike, SavorHood is home to 11 Eateries and a brewery. The food hall offers an array of options including barbecue, pizza, Mexican, wings, and seafood. “We are so excited to bring this new dining concept to Gettysburg,” owner
The long-awaited grand opening of Gettysburg’s newest food hall, SavorHood is finally here! Join us in celebrating this momentous occasion with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, May 2nd at 12pm. Located at 985 Baltimore Pike, SavorHood is home to 11 Eateries and a Brewery. From Mr. G’s Ice Cream to CJ’s Seafood, there’s something
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This story, published two years ago in Oct. 2020, is being republished as the Mansion house celebrates its second anniversary. The tradition of great food and lodging with live music on Thursdays continues. The Mansion House 1757, located at 15 W. Main St. in Fairfield, and previously called the Fairfield Inn, has reopened under the
After a series of productive discussions with the Gettysburg Area Recreation Authority (GARA), the Adams County Farmers Market has finalized plans to move to the Gettysburg Rec Park in 2023. The market will be located in the parking lot in front of the Sterner Building, directly off Long Lane. The farmers market is moving from
The Adams County Farmers Market will hold a popup market on Wednesday Sep. 28, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Cross Keys Village, 2990 Carlisle Pike, New Oxford. The market will feature vendors selling fresh produce, herbs and spices, locally raised meat, eggs, fresh cut wildflowers, artwork, crafts, and more. This event is free and open
A new addition to the lineup of local food trucks has popped up in the parking lot of High Street Brews at the corner of High and Franklin Sts. in Gettysburg. The truck is owned by Biglerville resident Tim Lafferty. Lafferty’s nephew Nick Scott creates and prepares the dishes. Lafferty said the Banjo truck had
One of the most frequent questions in any relationship is “where do you want to eat tonight?” Husband and wife business owners Judy Morley and Steve Burton aim to cut the tension by transforming the former Pike building on Baltimore Pike, Cumberland Township, into a food hall. The couple became official owners of the property
The Adams County Farmers Market held its first Civics Engagement Day on Saturday, hosting community organizations including Gettysburg Borough, the Gettysburg Fire and Police Departments, and the Adams County Council of Governments. A number of new voters registered at the voter registration booth. Market Manager Reza Djalal said the goal of the event was to
The Adams County Farmers Market will hold its first ever Civic Engagement Day on Saturday, July 30, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Farmers Market Site at 108 N. Stratton St., Gettysburg. Civic Engagement Day is a chance to meet some of your local elected officials, learn about important municipal services, and find
The Adams County Fruit Growers Association (ACFGA) has announced its annual Bounty of the County event. From August 12 through August 21 local restaurants are given a chance to create new and delectable dishes using local produce offerings. Produce is donated by local farms, and in turn, 30% of restaurant proceeds go towards the ACFGA
Reid’s Orchard and Winery is a family-owned and operated business that includes a fruit farm located at 2135 Buchanan Valley Road in Orrtanna, as well as Reid’s Winery Tasting Room and Cider House located at 400 Baltimore St in downtown Gettysburg. “We are farmers first. The most important part of our business is growing high
The Adams County Farmers Market, located in Gettysburg, PA, relies on the hard work and dedication of many great vendors, growers, and producers. I am glad to be working with Gettysburg Connection on this monthly column to highlight some of the vendors who support our community-driven work. This month I was excited to talk with
Hello everyone, my name is Reza Djalal and I am the Market Manager/Program Director for the Adams County Farmers Market located in Gettysburg, PA. Our community-driven farmers market relies on the hard work and dedication of many great vendors, which is why I am excited to be working with Gettysburg Connection on a monthly column
Although the popular and iconic Mr. G’s Ice Cream and Gift shop, located at 404 Baltimore St., Gettysburg, has changed owners, it will continue its offerings in much the same form as it has for the past 11 years. “I am not going to change what has been working for years,” said new owner Marc
The Adams County Farmers Market will launch the 2022 farmers market season on Saturday April 23 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 108 North Stratton Street in Gettysburg with a phenomenal cast of new and returning vendors. The 2022 vendor lineup is listed below. The Market organizers anticipate an excellent market season including several
The Route 97 Farmer’s Market at the Marketplace at Gettysburg will host “Soup There It Is,” a contest to name “the best soup in Gettysburg.” The event will occur on Saturday March 26 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at The Marketplace atGettysburg, 2440 Baltimore Pike, Gettysburg. The contest is a great way to be
Saying the lack of predictability had been a problem and that the goal was to make the expenses paid to the borough more predictable while also being respectful to the taxpayers, Gettysburg Borough Council President Wes Heyser presented a proposed fixed fee schedule for hosting parades in 2022. The proposed pricing varies on the length
The Adams County Farmers Market will be launching its 2022 farmers market season on Stratton Street in Gettysburg, at the same location as in previous years, with permission newly granted from the site’s future developer. The recent purchase of the Gettysburg Station Lot and plans for an upcoming development project had cast some uncertainty on
The Ugly Mug at Cockle’s Corner, formerly located at 168 Carlisle St., Gettysburg posted the following announcement on its Facebook page on Sunday Jan 9, 2022. “2021 was absolutely amazing, being Ug Mug’s highest grossing year to date! We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our patrons over the past ten
Kristine Nolin, University of Richmond A quick walk down the drink aisle of any corner store reveals the incredible ingenuity of food scientists in search of sweet flavors. In some drinks you’ll find sugar. A diet soda might have an artificial or natural low-calorie sweetener. And found in nearly everything else is high fructose corn
The employees at Ernie’s Texas Lunch are celebrating 100 years of being part of the Gettysburg community by doing what they always do – providing quality breakfasts and lunches at their counter and tables in their shop on Chambersburg Street. The store, known originally as Texas Hot Weenies, was opened in in 1921 by Anastasos
The Adams County Farmers Market (ACFM), which is currently located behind the Gettysburg Transfer Station (rabbittransit) between Carlisle and Stratton Streets, is looking for a new home. The move is necessitated by an upcoming development project on the site which will be occurring in the near future. Market Manager Reza Djalal said it was “likely
Owner Sheila Luckenbaugh has expanded the Gettysburg Baking Company from the existing shop on the Gettysburg Square into an extension location at 213 E. York St.in Biglerville. The store is just a few blocks north of the town center. The shop, which currently sells a variety of breads and pastries, as well as coffee, had a
On the corner of West Railroad and Carlisle Streets in Gettysburg, where Subway once operated, there is now a small Mexican restaurant. The restaurant is named Tacos Monarcas after the monarch butterflies that migrate from Canada to the Oyamel forests in Michoacan, Mexico. Michoacan is the home state of owners Jimena and Louis Gonzalez. From
The Gettysburg chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution invites the public to attend their October 15, 2021 gathering in the Eisenhower Room at the Adams County Library at 1:00 PM. A wonderful program is planned. Drink and listen to surprising, funny, and poignant stories about First Ladies serving tea at the “First Ladies’
Positioned just one block from the Gettysburg Square, the Ragged Edge Coffee House is an ideal location to enjoy a steamy cup of coffee or a delectable bite to eat after exploring the historic battlefields. The Ragged Edge is Gettysburg’s only coffee house, eatery and juice bar and serves a full menu of breakfast, lunch,
We hope you will bring out all the young farmers market fans in your life for Kids Day tomorrow, August 28th! We have lots of fun, free activities including airbrush tattoos by Adventure in Fun, a cute build-your-own bouquet station thanks to our friends from LocaFlora Design, and some cool take-and-make kids art kits. We also have a whole cast
The much beloved Kids’ Day event is back for the 2021 farmers market season on Saturday August 28! Join in for games, kids’ activities, free airbrush tattoos, live music, tons of community partners, and so much more! Please save the date and bring any young farmers market fans in your life out this this family-friendly
Are you in Gettysburg and craving some boardwalk French fries or Philly cheesesteak? Look no further, visit Hunt’s Battlefield Fries & Café. The café is located located at 61 Steinwehr Avenue in a beautiful 1900s house where noted Lincoln scholar and reenactor Jim Getty once lived. In 1992, the store’s owner Scott Hunt owned a
The Adams County Fruit Growers Association is again presenting its annual Bounty of the County event that allows restaurant patrons to sample locally-grown fresh fruits and vegetables. The event, which features fruits and vegetables from 13 local producers served in nine restaurants begins on Friday, August 6 and continues through Sunday, August 15. Adams County
If you are looking for a refreshing stop on a hot day after touring the battlefield, or just have an inkling for some old-fashioned ice cream after a local meal, Cone Sweet Cone is an opportunity to satisfy your cravings. Located at 433 Baltimore St., Home Sweet Cone offers a wide variety of old-fashioned ice
Adams County is home to over 60 locations where you can shop for local produce, honey, meat, eggs, wine, spirits, and more. Visit adamsfoodpolicy.org to find a virtual guide to all of these resources, including which vendors accept SNAP and FMNP.
Gettysburg College and the community of Gettysburg are no strangers to forming strong partnerships. For the Painted Turtle Farm at Gettysburg College, that partnership is at the core of its mission. Located on ¾ of an acre on the northwest side of campus, the farm is a joint operation between Casa de la Cultura, a
Mr. G’s is a local homemade ice cream shop in downtown Gettysburg. It is a favorite for college students, locals, and tourists. Owner Mike Gladfelter — “Mr. G” — is an alumnus of Shippensburg University. One summer he traveled home with his roommate during summer vacation and was mesmerized by his family’s ice cream shop,
South Central Community Action Program (SCCAP) Gettysburg Pantry is a food bank located at 153 N. Stratton Street (rear of building) in Gettysburg. The pantry serves over 625 families from Gettysburg, McSherrystown, Biglerville, and Arendtsville every month. The pantry is open Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (closed from noon to1:00 p.m.).
A soft opening last night showed off the new culinary and beverage options at Ploughman Cider Taproom, located on the southwest corner of Gettysburg’s Lincoln Square. The taproom, which has been open for three years, has long been a place for ciders and other local beverages, as well as live music, but there has not
A local Gettysburg staple is returning to North Stratton Street this Saturday, and with it, the promise of fresh products and small business support for the whole community. Located two blocks north of Lincoln Square, the Adams County Farmers Market can be found near the Gettysburg Transit Center on Carlisle Street every Saturday, May through
The timing could hardly have been worse: The local food truck CJ’s Takeout and Late Night Bites had its grand opening in March 2020, just as the pandemic hit. “Starting a business in 2020 was super challenging, but to hit the one year mark and know that we did it was an awesome feeling,” said
Under a proposal being considered by the Gettysburg Borough Council, food trucks will be banned from Lincoln Square and in the first block in each direction from it, as well as on Steinwehr Ave. The proposal is a compromise between parties who want food trucks to be allowed everywhere and those who want to ban
The proprietor of Ploughman Cider Taproom on the Gettysburg Square, Ben Wenk, said he will expand his outdoor musical offerings at Biglerville’s National Apple Museum after the Gettysburg Borough Council announced Monday they would not renew his outdoor amplified music permit. The issue came to a head last year after a resident who lives on
Gettysburg College’s Majestic Theater will offer “majestically” delicious popcorn for purchase under the marquee at 25 Carlisle Street, Gettysburg on First Fridays this spring. “Our curbside popcorn stand was so popular last fall that customers have been clamoring for a re-run. And you know why? Scientific research shows good movie popcorn is the third most
When last we spoke, it was early November 2020. But not much has happened since then, right? Seriously, there’s been a lot going on and little of it good. Then today, we were nominated by USA Today’s 10best in a fan poll for America’s Best Cidery. That’s something good that happened recently! If you’re so
Operation Restaurant Rescue is a community fundraiser for families facing food insecurity and front line workers. Just buy a restaurant gift card, mark it with whether you want it to go to a food-insecure family or a front-line worker, and send it to: SCCAP Attn: Operation Restaurant Rescue 153 N. Stratton St. Gettysburg, PA 17325
The Adams County Farmers Market Association (ACFMA)’s 2021 Vendor Application is now available online at www.acfarmersmarkets.org/become-a-vendor. ACFMA invites vendors of all types to consider applying, including fruit and vegetable growers, dairies and cheesemakers, and vendors specializing in shelf-stable items such as jams, jellies, pickles, and preserves. Hot and prepared food vendors are also welcome to
The Adams County Farmers Market will be partnering with friends from Waldo’s & Co. for a very special event THIS SATURDAY, December 12th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the same outdoor location as our regular farmers market. Come visit an awesome cast of farmers market vendors as well as many local artists to
The Mansion House 1757, located at 15 W. Main St. in Fairfield, and previously called the Fairfield Inn, has reopened under the ownership of Cindy and George Keeney. The couple bought the property in June 2020. The property was originally named the Mansion House when it was built in 1757. The Mansion House houses a