The Franklin Shopper

2025 Scoop-A-Palooza Presented by ACNB Bank
2025-07-12 10:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Chambersburg Area Senior High School – Cafeteria, 511 S Sixth St., Chambersburg, PA, United States
Scoop-a-Palooza 2025 will be held on Saturday, July 12 at the Chambersburg Area Senior High School cafeteria from 10:00 AM -1:30 PM. In its 16th year, Scoop is an annual ice cream festival where attendees sample flavors from local ice cream shops and vote on their favorites. The event also offers fun kid activities and features a Human Sundae event at 12:30 pm. NEW in 2025 is the “Scoop Scientists @ the ACNB Kitchen” with hands on experiments for young attendees!
SAVE on tickets by purchasing them online in advance (through Thursday, July 10 @ 5 pm). Advance ticket ON SALE NOW!
ADVANCED TICKETS ON SALE NOW – SAVE
Adults $7, Children $4 (ages 2-10 yrs)
A reminder that advanced tickets, once purchased, are non-refundable.
ADVANCED TICKETS IN PERSON – please call 717-264-7101 ext. 205 to arrange time for pick up.
Scoop is part of the annual Chambersfest activities. All Scoop proceeds benefit the Greater Chambersburg Chamber Foundation and its educational programming efforts in Franklin County. The Greater Chambersburg Chamber Foundation, founded in 1990, was organized as a 501(c)(3) corporation exclusively for charitable, educational, and cultural purposes. The Foundation supports the greater Franklin County business community by promoting leadership, citizenship, and workforce development.
Tickets: https://business.cvballiance.org/events/details/2025-scoop-a-palooza-presented-by-acnb-bank-40956?calendarMonth=2025-07-01.

Mercersburg Chess Club First Local Tournament
2025-07-12 10:00 - 17:00 | Fendrick Library, 20 North Main Street, Mercersburg, PA, 17236, United States
Mercersburg Chess Club invites you to enter our first ever local chess tournament.
Prizes : Adult ($40), Grade 9-12 ($30), up to Grade 8 ($30). Any ties will be split.
For Grade 5 & under competitive play experience is required.
Players U18 MUST be accompanied by an Adult in the Library at ALL times.
WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
For more information and to request your entry form, call Jef Savage on 717-414-1166 or email Sauvagejef@gmail.com. An entry form will be sent to your email address. Mail entry & payment to Mercersburg Chess Club, 129 N Main St. Mercersburg, PA, 17236.
PLAYER LIMIT 24 – SO REGISTER EARLY
Entry Fees : Adult ~ $10, Under 18 ~ $5
This is an unrated tournament. Membership in USCF is not required nor is recording moves.
Due to generous donations from Fast Ink, Erich Hawbaker, Mello D Farms, & Mercersburg Rotary Club we are able to provide sufficient equipment for up to 24 players. If you have not used clocks, we will show you how to use them when you arrive. Bring a packed lunch or visit our local food providers.

21+ Backlot Blast Featuring The Reagan Years ‘80’S Tribute Band
2025-07-12 16:00 - 20:00 | The Capitol Theatre, 159 S Main St, Chambersburg, PA, United States
Sponsored by A&K Settlements, GDC, Franklin County Visitors Bureau
This popular fundraising event (that you must be 21+ to attend) is held in the Capitol Theatre Center’s Backlot! Live music by The Reagan Years. There will be food trucks, craft specialty, domestic beer, wine non-alcoholic drinks and concessions available to make an unforgettable night. Stay tune for food vendor announcements!
Bring your own chairs to sit or get up and dance. Rain or shine; in case of inclement weather, the band will be moved to the main stage. No outside food or drinks permitted, No pets; service animals only. Everyone must be prepared to show ID. No one under the age of 21 will be admitted.

Worship and Word of God Ministry
2025-07-15 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-07-22 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-07-29 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-08-05 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-08-12 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-08-19 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-08-26 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-09-02 18:00 - 19:30 and 6 more dates | The Mercy Ministry, 419 E. High Street, Carlisle, PA, United States
Every Tuesday evening come to worship and hear Holy Spirit word of God that will restore hope and Life to your mind, body, spirit, and soul! Powerful saturating worship for soothing the spirit and soul, and prayer for restoration mind, body, spirit, and soul. Warm inviting environment and people. You will be glad you came for a touch of God! Also on Facebook live and video on our website.

Izaak Walton Gun Show & Outdoor Extravaganza
2025-08-16 08:00 - 15:00 | Greencastle Sportsman’s Association Grounds, 3260 Sportsmans Road, Greencastle, PA, 17225, United States
An indoor/outdoor event featuring firearms of all types, ammunition, shooting, archery, reloading, hunting/fishing equipment, etc. from numerous vendors around the tri-state area. All federal, state and local regulation relative to firearm sales must be adhered to. FFL dealers on site to handle any required firearm transfers.

Vintage Revival Market
2025-08-23 10:00 - 15:00 | Gearhouse Brewing Co., 253 Grant Street, Chambersburg, PA, 17201, United States
Vintage Revival Market, the beloved Lancaster-based pop-up event, is hitting the road and heading west to Chambersburg for two exciting summer dates! Shoppers are invited to experience a vibrant celebration of creativity, community, and craftsmanship at Gearhouse Brewing Co., 253 Grant Street, Chambersburg, PA, on Saturday, June 21 and Saturday, August 23 from 10AM to 3PM.
This thoughtfully curated market will showcase 30+ small businesses offering a mix of exceptional handmade goods and stylishly curated vintage finds—from retro apparel and accessories to timeless home décor. It’s a one-of-a-kind opportunity to connect with talented local and semi-local makers, all in a lively outdoor setting.
Set against the backdrop of Gearhouse Brewing Co., attendees can enjoy both indoor and outdoor dining, locally brewed craft beer, and a fun, laid-back atmosphere while they shop. Whether you’re searching for the perfect vintage piece or a heartfelt handmade gift, there’s something for everyone.
So grab a friend, sip your favorite brew, and explore the best of vintage and handmade. This is summertime shopping, Gearhouse-style—don’t miss it!

Living Historians Program
2025-08-29 10:00 - 14:00 | Hagerstown City Park Train Hub, 770 City Park Drive, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
Come visit a Living Historians program on August 29, 2025 from 10am-2pm at Hagerstown City Park Train Hub, 770 City Park Drive Hagerstown, MD 21740. The living historians are a small group of reenactors representing the 1940s era along with a retired Western Maryland Railway Engineer. There are Western Maryland Locomotive 202 and other train cars on the grounds to view. The area is well shaded and has a covered pavilion on the Train Hub grounds.
Visit HubCityNRHS.org for further information.

An Evening of Clean Humor at Zion Reformed Church Featuring Seth Knorr Christian Comedian
2025-09-13 19:00 - 20:30 | Zion Reformed Church, 259 S Main Street, Chambersburg, PA, 17201, United States
Join Us for A Few Laughs and Some Old-Fashioned ‘Good Clean Fun’ at Zion Reformed Church 259 S. Main Streetin downtown Chambersburg.
Seth Knorr is a stand-up comedian and was a finalist in three national comedy competitions; the Search for theOne, the Clean Comedy Challenge and the Comedy with Class comedy competition. He has also been selected toperform in the World Series of Comedy. He also has a Dry Bar comedy special titled The Correct Answer.
Seth has just under 13,000 followers on Facebook and his Youtube videos have received over 600,000 views! He also preforms with his nine year old son Chace Knorr whose set about school and boomers will leave you in stitches.
His material includes current events; marriage; children; sports; fishing and the outdoors; growing up; school; traveling; the Amish; off-the-wall topics and everyday life experiences.
His wide array of material allows everyone to have a great time! Seth resides in nearby Shippensburg, PA and travels to entertain audiences all over the world!
FREE TO THE PUBLIC. Goodwill donation appreciated.

HGAC Historic Barns Tour of Gettysburg and Adams County
2025-09-20 10:00 - 16:00 | Historic Round Barn, 298 Cashtown Rd, Biglerville, PA, 17307, United States
Drive your car to 5 historic barns near Gettysburg in any order and stay as long as you like. Explore inside these privately owned barns that are not usually open to the public. Enjoy activities such as demonstrations of timber framing, chair caning, tatting an lace making, a cider press and tasting. Visit with artists and authors and living historians from the 1800’s when these old barns were built.
9/20/2025 from 10 am until 4 pm Rain or Shine
Tour begins at the Historic Round Barn near Cashtown, PA
$35 in advance for adults, kids under 18 are free, Adults $40 day of event
Register online at www.HGAConline.org before Sep. 18
Proceeds benefit the HGAC Barn Preservation Project and Grant Program
For information call (717) 334-5184.

Living Historians Program at Hagerstown City Park Train Hub
2025-09-26 10:00 - 14:00 | Hagerstown City Park Train Hub, 770 City Park Drive, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
Come visit a Living Historians program on September 26, 2025 from 10a-2pm at Hagerstown City Park Train Hub 770 City Park Drive Hagerstown MD 21740.
The living historians are a small group of reenactors representing the 1940s era along with a retired Western Maryland Railway Engineer. There are Western Maryland Locomotive 202 and other train cars on the grounds to view. The area is well shaded, has a covered pavillion and is handicapped accessible on the Train Hub Grounds.
Visit HubCityNRHS.org for further information.

GCCA presents pianist Philip Thomson
2025-09-30 19:30 | St. James Lutheran Church, 109 York St., Gettysburg, PA, 17325, United States
Gettysburg Community Concert Association (GCCA) opens its 2025–26 season with a performance by Canadian pianist Philip Thomson at 7:30 pm on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. Best known for his recordings of Liszt, Thomson has toured throughout Europe and the United States and has been broadcast on radio and TV. He will also present a student outreach program at Gettysburg High School at 9 am on Wednesday, October 1.

The concert will be held at St. James Lutheran Church, 109 York Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325. Admission is $20 at the door, but free for GCCA members, college students with an ID, and anyone under 19 (under 13 with an adult). Limited free parking is available at St. James, with additional free parking at the Gettysburg Presbyterian Church’s parking lot off High Street.

Annual membership subscriptions for the 2025–26 season are $60. Membership includes free admission to GCCA concerts in Gettysburg as well as additional shows in Waynesboro (waynesboropaconcerts.com) and Hagerstown (hagerstowncommunityconcerts.org) through reciprocal concert association agreements. Music genres at partner concerts include classical, country, bluegrass, western, pop, rock, and folk.

For more details on membership subscriptions, donations, or volunteering, visit the GCCA website (gettysburgcca.org), email info@gettysburgcca.org, or call 717-677-8697.

Fall in Love with Your Library Card
2025-10-01 08:00 - 2025-10-31 17:00 | PA
Read books and complete fun activities during the month of October with Franklin County Libraries! Earn tickets for every activity you complete and enter your tickets in for the prize drawing of your choice. Complete all 12 activities and earn a free book and prize from your local FCLS library’s treasure chest. Register at your local library or online at fclspa.beanstack.org (or download the Beanstack app!).

Mason Dixon Flea Market
2025-10-04 07:00 - 16:30 | Mason Dixon Flea Market, 12876 Molly Pitcher Hwy, Greencastle, PA, 17225, United States
Mason Dixon Open Air Flea Market located at 12876 Molly Pitcher Hwy Greencastle, PA off 81 exit 3. Open 7am-4pm Saturday and Sunday till November. Lots of great items and vendors!!

Mason Dixon Flea Market
2025-10-04 07:00 - 16:30, 2025-10-05 07:00 - 16:00 | PA
Mason Dixon Open Air Flea Market located at 12876 Molly Pitcher Hwy Greencastle pa off 81 exit 3 open 7-4 Saturday and Sunday till November lots of great items and vendors!!

Navy Submarine Group Meeting
2025-10-04 11:00 - 15:00 | Ski Liberty, 78 Country Club Trail, Fairfield, PA, 17320, United States
The USSVI Tri-State Base of Submarine Veterans will meet Saturday, October 4, at Ski Liberty , 78 Country Club Trail Fairfield, PA . The meeting begins with lunch at 11:00 a.m., and the business meeting will follow. If you are a Navy veteran and qualified on a submarine, please join us. The Tri-State Base of WV, MD, and PA meets every month, rotating between states. We have community projects, participate in veteran’s projects, parades, etc. Spouse, friend is welcome at the meetings. We have an auxiliary to support the men with projects. Check out the web-site www.ussvi-tri-statebase.org For additional information, you may contact Commander Robert Bradley, bradleyrd@gmail.com , Vice Commander , Stephen Leon, sleon1418@gmail.com or Glen Sherrard, gsherrard274@gmail.com 304-676-8417.

Mason Dixon Flea Market Saturday and Sunday
2025-10-18 - 2025-10-19 | PA
Open Air flea market open every Saturday and Sunday weather permitting. Located at 12876 Molly Pitcher Hwy Greencastle Pa Off 81 Exit 3. All kinds of vendors, food and restrooms, picnic tables, benches to relax. Everything from antiques, collectibles, modern, furniture, glassware, jewelry, crafts, and so much more. Open 7am-4pm Saturdays and Sundays
