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SUMMARY:Shippensburg Community Christmas Party
DESCRIPTION:The Shippensburg Area Chamber of Commerce and Christ Among Neighbors will host the 15th annual Shippensburg Community Christmas Party from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday\, Dec. 2\, 2026\, at Shippensburg Area Senior High School\, 201 Eberly Drive. Parking is available behind the school. \n\n\n\nThe free event is open to families in the Shippensburg Area School District. Four hallways will feature themes from A Charlie Brown Christmas\, A Christmas Story\, The Grinch and Frosty the Snowman. \n\n\n\nActivities will include crafts\, games\, bingo\, face painting and photo opportunities. The event will also feature food\, Santa and gifts. Children must be present to receive a gift. \n\n\n\nAdvance registration is required by Nov. 25. Families can register by calling 717-532-5509 or scanning the QR code on the event flyer.
URL:https://fcfreepresspa.com/events/shippensburg-community-christmas-party/
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SUMMARY:Christmas on the Farm 
DESCRIPTION:Friday December 4th & Saturday December 5th\, 2026 * 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM\n\n\n\nMake memories this holiday season at historic Renfrew Museum and Park!\n\n\n\nRediscover the simple joys of Christmas past at Renfrew Museum and Park this holiday season!\n\n\n\nFollow the soft glow of flickering lanterns and the fiery blaze of torches to the beautifully decorated Museum House where you’ll encounter how treasured traditions evolved over the centuries.\n\n\n\nThe Fahnestock House will be open and decorated for an immersive mid-19th century Christmas celebration\, the second floor of the Royer Museum House will be decorated and open for tours\, the luminaries will return\, and the Renfrew Mill will be decorated and open!\n\n\n\nExplore some of our historic outbuildings where period-attired interpreters will share even more holiday cheer!\n\n\n\nEnjoy a cozy fire while you wait to take a horse-drawn wagon ride down Fahnestock Lane\, snack on a sweet treat\, sip on hot cocoa from the Renfrew Cocoa Stand\, and more!\n\n\n\nStep out of the chill into the festive atmosphere inside our Visitors Center where even more family fun awaits.\n\n\n\nPeruse our gallery\, then browse Renfrew’s museum shop and Christkindlmarkt for special gifts.\n\n\n\nYour ticket also includes live music (preformed in the Wagon Shed Room of the Visitor Center)\, crafts\, and more!\n\n\n\nWe invite you to join us at Renfrew this December for an unforgettable holiday experience and make memories that will last a lifetime at Christmas on the Farm!\n\n\n\nNew decorations\, new demonstrations\, new crafts\, and more for the 2026 celebration!\n\n\n\nAdvanced ticket sales are available now\, and admission wrist bands available for purchase throughout the event at the Welcome Tent or Visitor Center!\n\n\n\nTo learn more and purchase tickets\, Click Here
URL:https://fcfreepresspa.com/events/christmas-on-the-farm/
LOCATION:Renfrew Park\, 1010 E Main St\, Waynesboro\, PA\, 17268\, United States
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SUMMARY:Girly Christmas Market
DESCRIPTION:Backroads Greenhouse\, Chambersburg\n\n\n\nFriday December 4th\, 2026 * 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM\n\n\n\nChristmas Shopping with female-owned vendors.\n\n\n\n Bring your friends and have a night of shopping fun for the holidays.\n\n\n\nSee the vendors & updates on their Facebook Page\n\n\n\nSave The Date!!!
URL:https://fcfreepresspa.com/events/girly-christmas-market/
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SUMMARY:Star Party
DESCRIPTION:Buttonwood Nature Center\, Waynesboro\n\n\n\nFriday December 4th\, 2026 * 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM\n\n\n\nArea residents are invited to a “star party\,” a telescope viewing of the night sky at Buttonwood Nature Center near Waynesboro.\n\n\n\nThe event\, a partnership between Buttonwood and Tri-State Astronomers (TSA)\, is free and open to the public.\n\n\n\nTelescopes will be set up in the park\, and members of the Tri-State Astronomers club will be on hand to guide viewers and answer questions.\n\n\n\nTSA member\, Andy Smetzer said\, “One of the goals of our group is to have as many people as possible look through a telescope.\n\n\n\nIt’s also a good chance for someone thinking of buying a telescope to try one out and ask questions.”\n\n\n\n“During the star party\, we will be observing various nebula and star clusters of the winter night sky\,” Smetzer said.\n\n\n\nFor more information on the night skies\, the club suggests these websites: www.tristateastronomers.org and www.spaceweather.com.\n\n\n\nViewers may come and go anytime during the event.\n\n\n\nThose attending may bring their own telescope and binoculars\, as well as lawn chairs or blankets.\n\n\n\nFlashlights are not permitted in the telescope viewing area but may be used to reach the area from the parking lot.\n\n\n\nFree | (Cloud date TBA if needed—check website if cloudy)
URL:https://fcfreepresspa.com/events/star-party/
LOCATION:Buttonwood Nature Center\, 10354 Amsterdam Rd\, Waynesboro\, Pennsylvania\, 17268
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SUMMARY:THE POLAR EXPRESS
DESCRIPTION:PAJAMA PARTY & MOVIE\n\n\n\n\n\nThe PJ Party kicks off at 11am\, followed by movie starting at 12pm! \n\n\n\nThe Polar Express Movie & Pajama Party is making its annual return! Attendees are invited to partake in our feature in-theme hot cocoa bar. Each ticket will come with unlimited hot cocoa from 11am-12pm! Any other snacks/drinks from our concessions stand and additional cups of cocoa following that time frame will be available for additional purchase. \n\n\n\nEveryone is invited to dress in their comfiest pjs as you enjoy the classic holiday film on the big screen. Santa will also be making an appearance! \n\n\n\nTickets will be limited to 250\, so you won’t want to wait! Must book tickets by Dec. 4 at 4pm. \n\n\n\nTICKETS ON SALE NOW!! \n\n\n\nBuy Tickets\n\n\n\nTicket Price$20/person \n\n\n\nWe would appreciate any donations to the theatre\, as it’ll help us keep this grand ol’ lady running for years to come! MORE INFO ON HOW TO DONATE.
URL:https://fcfreepresspa.com/events/the-polar-express/
LOCATION:Capital Theater\, 159 S Main St.\, Chambersburg\,\, PA\, 17201\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fifth Annual Artists Studio Tour
DESCRIPTION:Penn National\, Fayetteville\n\n\n\nSaturday December 5th & Sunday December 6th\, 2026 * 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM\n\n\n\nWe’re excited to present our fifth annual Artists Studio Tour at Penn National and Beyond.\n\n\n\nNineteen artists will be showing and selling their work at nine different in-home studio locations in Penn National and also beyond within a to-mile radius of Penn National.\n\n\n\nParticipating local artist include; Jan Barnes\, Kevin Beecher\, Trudy Gembe-Palughi and Joseph Palughi\, Steve Jacxun\, Kate Keely\, Tracey Kelley\, Jim Mackey\, Cheryl McAuley\, Snorky wills Nye\, Christian Parker\, Nancey Reynolds\, Adam Rund\, Jim Sabiston\, Lexi Shockey\, Deb Slocum\, Zane Tindal\, Floria Walker\, Diane West\, and Becky Wright.\n\n\n\nWork includes Oil and acrylic painting\, pastels\, watercolors\, mixed media\, jewelry\, wire wrapping\, fine furniture\, iron work\, photography\, ceramics\, woodworking\, batik\, stained glass\, vintage jewelry design\, writer/author/adventurer\, pottery\, glass blowing repurposed treasures\, decorative household and gift items.\n\n\n\nMeet the artists\, Light refreshments are provided at various studio areas.\n\n\n\nNot all of the artists accept credit cards\, so be prepared to pay with cash or check.\n\n\n\nNot all artist’s homes are handicapped accessible\n\n\n\nChances to win fabulous door prizes.\n\n\n\nRequest a map of the Artist’s Studio Tour by emailing at jaczun7617@gmail.com or visit their Facebook Page.
URL:https://fcfreepresspa.com/events/fifth-annual-artists-studio-tour/
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SUMMARY:WILSON FAIRCHILD:
DESCRIPTION:A FAMILY CHRISTMAS\n\n\n\n\n\nWILSON FAIRCHILD is making a grand return to the Capitol Theatre main stage\, this time with their Christmas show! We’re so excited to have them back to celebrate our 100th Anniversary! \n\n\n\nWilson Fairchild is a country music duo made up of Wil and Langdon Reid\, sons of the legendary and Country Music Hall of Famers\, Harold and Don Reid of The Statler Brothers. Wil and Langdon\, referred to as “the Reid boys\,” have been writing\, performing\, and playing music together their whole lives. \n\n\n\nWil and Langdon are highly acclaimed songwriters\, and their songwriting gamut spans through the country\, bluegrass\, and gospel genres. They learned the craft from the best and are no strangers to knowing how to put an idea to music and come away with a great storytelling song. Both sing and play guitar\, and a Wilson Fairchild show is much more than music; it is an experience. \n\n\n\nFor this show\, you can expect some of their original tunes\, some Statler Brothers’ classics\, as well as some of the most iconic Christmas songs to get everybody in the holiday spirit! If you’re looking for a fun afternoon with friends or family listening to good music and having a good time\, this event should be on the agenda. One thing’s for sure: these guys know how to entertain! \n\n\n\nNon-alcoholic drinks and concessions will be available for purchase the afternoon of this show. \n\n\n\nTICKETS ON SALE NOW!! \n\n\n\nBuy Tickets\n\n\n\nTicket PricesAdults: $43 | Seniors 60+: $39 | Active/Retired Military: $35 \n\n\n\nCall the Box Office @ 717.263.0202 for Group Discount (10+)\n\n\n\nWe would appreciate any donations to the theatre\, as it’ll help us keep this grand ol’ lady running for years to come! MORE INFO ON HOW TO DONATE.
URL:https://fcfreepresspa.com/events/wilson-fairchild/
LOCATION:Capital Theater\, 159 S Main St.\, Chambersburg\,\, PA\, 17201\, United States
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SUMMARY:Chambersburg YMCA to Host Holiday Market and Breakfast With Santa
DESCRIPTION:The Chambersburg YMCA will host a holiday market and Breakfast with Santa on Saturday\, Dec. 12\, at 570 E. McKinley St. in Chambersburg. \n\n\n\nThe market will run from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is free for shoppers. Vendor spaces measure 10 by 10 feet and cost $30. Vendors must complete a vendor form. The flyer lists Thursday\, Dec. 10\, as the registration deadline. \n\n\n\nBreakfast with Santa will be offered in two sessions\, from 8:30 to 9:15 a.m. and from 9:15 to 10 a.m. Breakfast is free for YMCA members and costs $6 for nonmembers. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, email cmisner@chbgy.org or call 717-263-8508.
URL:https://fcfreepresspa.com/events/chambersburg-ymca-to-host-holiday-market-and-breakfast-with-santa/
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SUMMARY:WHITE CHRISTMAS
DESCRIPTION:MOVIE & HOLIDAY SOCIAL\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, December 22\, 2026 | Movie 3:00pm & 6:30pm; Social Hour 5:00pm \n\n\n\nCheck out the movie at 3pm or 6:30pm (or both if you’re a huge fan)\, and enjoy the social hour in between starting at 5pm! \n\n\n\nThe WHITE CHRISTMAS MOVIE & HOLIDAY SOCIAL will include a Social Hour in between each movie screening with festive treats\, adult-themed beverages\, non-alcoholic drinks\, and concessions! Everyone will also have the chance to meet Santa! General concessions and drinks will also be available before the start of each screening. \n\n\n\nEach White Christmas movie screening will slightly differ\, with the sing-a-long version at 3pm followed by the classic movie at 6:30pm. \n\n\n\nWhite Christmas Movie Tickets will be available AT THE DOOR ONLY the day of the event for $5/person.\n\n\n\nWe would appreciate any donations to the theatre\, as it’ll help us keep this grand ol’ lady running for years to come! MORE INFO ON HOW TO DONATE.
URL:https://fcfreepresspa.com/events/white-christmas/
LOCATION:Capital Theater\, 159 S Main St.\, Chambersburg\,\, PA\, 17201\, United States
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