Events Calendar

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If Walls Could Talk: Preserving Art and History

Craighead House 318 E. Old Yord Rd., Carlisle, Pennsylvania, United States

Brian Howard, Chief Conservator at BR Howard and Associates, has dedicated his career to historic preservation and art conservation, including the kitchen walls and artwork at Craighead House. Join Brian,...

Homeschool Days – Busy Bees & Bug Besties

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

Spring is all a buzz as the insects get to work! Join us as we investigate the hidden world in our backyards. Programs & Schedule 9:45am – Doors open10-10:30am –...

Community Climate Conversations

You’re invited to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)’s Community Climate Conversations. This virtual workshop is an opportunity to share your experiences, learn about Pennsylvania’s Climate Action Plan, and...

SPRING, SUMMER, FALL & WINTER “SOAR” Bird Walks

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...

Appalachian Trail Bluebell Hike and Spring Picnic at Scott Farm 

Scott Farm 301 Bernheisel Bridge Rd, Carlisle, Pennsylvania, United States

Enjoy beautiful Virginia bluebell wildflowers blooming in profusion along the Appalachian and Conodoguinet Creek. Learn about plans for the Scott Farm property as the future home of Keystone Trails Association...

2025 Kings Gap Trail Challenge

Kings Gap Environmental Education Center 500 Kings Gap Road, Carlisle, PA, United States

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

Community Conversation: Community Gardens

Cumberland County Planning Office 310 Allen Rd., Room B, Carlisle, Pennsylvania, United States

This event will begin with an interactive panel of Community Gardens enthusiasts, including: Following the panel, there will be an opportunity to:             *Talk with the...

Bird Atlas Volunteer Training

Kings Gap Environmental Education Center 500 Kings Gap Road, Carlisle, PA, United States

Pennsylvania is conducting a state-wide survey of breeding birds. Interested in helping gather data on breeding birds at Kings Gap? Join for training to learn more about the atlas and...

Recycle/Reuse Yard Sale 2025

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

Enjoy the thrill of the chase as you look for bargains or sell your own discards at this annual event coinciding with Earth Celebration Day & Festival of Art. Your...

Earth Celebration Day & Recycle Fundraiser 2025

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

Buttonwood Nature Center celebrates spring with environmental exhibitors, live music, environmental artists and artisans, a student art show and more. Spend a day in the park and celebrate spring and...

5th Annual Earth Day Celebration

The Carriage House 37 West Chapel Ave., Carlisle, Pennsylvania, United States

Join us for the 5th Annual Earth Day Celebration in the wilds of historic downtown Carlisle, PA on Saturday April 26, 2024 from 12-4 pm. This year’s event also corresponds...

StoryWalk® Event – April 2025

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

The April StoryWalk® event is held in conjunction with Buttonwood’s Earth Celebration Day. See that event here. The book, Waiting for Wings by Lois Ehlert (author and illustrator), celebrates spring. Every spring, butterflies...

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