Upcoming Events
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April 26
Frank Vignola Trio Concert
Gettysburg Area Middle School Auditorium
37 Lefever St., Gettysburg
Experience the virtuosity and music of celebrated guitarist Frank Vignola as he performs a variety of American music favorites. 7:30 p.m. $.
717-334-5738. www.gettysburg.com/gca/gcca.htm.
April 28
Third Annual Race Against Racism
YWCA Gettysburg & Adams County
909 Fairfield Rd., Gettysburg
This 5-mile run raises money for the YWCA’s racial justice and diversity programs. The race begins at the YWCA. 8 a.m. $. Contact race director Alex Hayes to register at 717-334-9171, ext. 116 or ahayes@ywcagettysburg.org. www.ywcagettysburg.org.
Bullride Mania
Farm Show Complex & Expo Center
North Cameron & Maclay Streets, Harrisburg
Bring the kids and enjoy family fun as the top contestants on the Bullride Mania Tour compete for more than $7,000 in prize money. Events include a Lil’ Buckaroo Rodeo, Cowgirl’s Barrel Racing, bull riding and a live country artist. Doors open at
5:30 p.m.; events begin at 7:30 p.m. $.
717-334-7724. www.bullridemania.com.
April 28-29
Greenhouse Open House
Reid’s Orchard & Winery
2135 Buchanan Valley Rd., Orrtanna
Enjoy a glass of our Sesquicentennial Gettysburg wines or fresh sangria at this open house. A large selection of pesticide-free herb, heirloom tomato and heirloom vegetable plants will be available for purchase. Saturday, April 28, noon to 6 p.m.; Sunday, April 29, noon to 5 p.m. 717-677-7047. www.reidsorchardwinery.com.
April 29
Gettysburg Preservation Walk
Gettysburg National Military Park Museum
and Visitor Center
1195 Baltimore Pike, Gettysburg
This annual fundraising walk raises money for battlefield preservation projects at Gettysburg National Military Park. Registration required. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. 717-339-2161. www.gettysburgfoundation.org.
Gettysburg Appreciation Day
Hauser Estate Winery
410 Cashtown Rd., Biglerville
Tours of winery operations, Civil War living history presentations and the release of Hauser Estate’s Civil War 150th commemorative wine are some of the highlights of this Battle of Gettysburg 150th anniversary commemoration event. Noon to 5 p.m. 717-334-4888. www.hauserestate.com.
Throughout May
Thirsty Thursdays
Hauser Estate Winery 410 Cashtown Rd., Biglerville Experience Happy Hour Hauser style every Thursday evening in May. Sample a variety of light food, music, wine and cider. 6-9 p.m. 717-334-4888. www.hauserestate.com.
May 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
Bring May Flowers: Painting Flowers
Adams County Arts Council Arts Education Center 125 S. Washington St., Gettysburg Instructor Marti Yeager discusses how to paint flowers from still life and in landscape settings. Explore various aspects of painting, composition and color techniques using acrylics. This class is suitable for beginners and intermediates. Classes meet from 9:30 a.m.-noon. $. 717-334-5006. www.adamsarts.org.
May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 & June 6, 13, 20, 27
Adams County Farmers Market
Gettysburg Recreation Park
545 Long Lane, Gettysburg
Browse a variety of producer-only Adams County grown products, including seasonal fruits and vegetables, flowers, meat, baked goods and more. Noon-4 p.m. EBT and debit cards are accepted. www.acfarmersmarkets.org.
May 4
Mother’s Day Lecture and Dessert Reception
Spirited Ladies Shoppe 49 Chambersburg St., Gettysburg Historian Sue Doucette shares stories of the roles of mothers during the Civil War and the evolution of this special day for mothers from 16th century England to present-day celebrations. A dessert buffet, coffee and tea will be served. Reserved seating is limited to 30 participants; registration deadline is April 30. 6:30 p.m. $. 717-334-0572. www.pagesofpast.com.
A Taste of the Arts
Various locations throughout downtown Chambersburg
Explore downtown Chambersburg with this summer First Friday kickoff event. Enjoy refreshments, artists, children’s activities, musical entertainment, extended hours at shops and restaurants, in-store specials and more. 5-8 p.m. 717-261-0072. www.chambersburg.org.
May 4-6
Spring Open House and Plant Sale
Thomason’s Old Thyme Herb Farm & Gift Shop 170 Stoney Point Rd., East Berlin Shop a wide selection of herbs and flowers. Explore the gift shop and garden shed full of unique garden items. Friday, May 4, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, May 5, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, May 6, noon-5 p.m. 717-624-1527. herbfarm01@embarqmail.com.
43rd Annual Flower & Plant Market
Union Mills Homestead 3311 Littlestown Pike Westminster, Maryland Browse dozens of quality annuals, perennials, hanging baskets and vegetable plants for sale. Garden-themed workshops, guided tours of the Union Mills Homestead and Grist Mill and a book signing with author Lois Szymanski will be offered. Friday, May 4, noon-4 p.m.; Saturday, May 5, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday, May 6, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 410-848-2288. www.unionmills.org.
Battle of Fairfield reenactment
American Living History Educational Society 15 W. Main St., Fairfield Civil War history is commemorated in Fairfield during this three-day living history presentation. Highlights include a living history village open from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday, May 5, and from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 6. A reenactment battle will be held Sunday, May 6, at 2 p.m. 717-338-1776. A complete schedule of events and location maps are available at www.battleoffairfield.com or www.fairfieldreenactment.com.
May Day Fairie Festival
Spoutwood Farm Center
4255 Pierceville Rd., Glen Rock
This annual festival celebrates the beginning of spring with arts and crafts vendors, performances by musicians and dancers, storytellers, food vendors and a number of fairie activities. Friday, May 4, noon-6 p.m.; Saturday, May 5-Sunday, May 6, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. $. 717-235-6610. www.spoutwood.org/fairie-festival.
May 5
Create a Mother’s Day Card Program
YWCA Gettysburg & Adams County 909 Fairfield Rd., Gettysburg Celebrate Mother’s Day by making a handmade card. Instructor Darlene Stancil will demonstrate creative techniques and Stampin’ Up! products to create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind gift. Children younger than 5 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration deadline is April 28. 1-2 p.m. $. 717-334-9171. www.ywcagettysburg.org.
May 5 & 19
Painting Outdoors
Adams County Arts Council Arts Education Center
125 S. Washington St., Gettysburg
Explore the light and colors of spring as you experience the joys of painting outdoors. Instructor Mark Brockman’s demonstrations combined with ample practice time will make for an exciting, educational class. 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. $. 717-334-5006. www.adamsarts.org.
May 5, 11, 19 & 26
Hauser After Hours
Hauser Estate Winery
410 Cashtown Rd., Biglerville
Enjoy music, food and fine wine from Hauser Estate Winery. A variety of live entertainment will be featured. Catered food is available for purchase. 6-9 p.m. 717-334-4888. www.hauserestate.com.
May 5, 12 & 13
Behind the Scenes at the Gettysburg Chamber Orchestra
Adams County Arts Council Arts Education Center 125 S. Washington St., Gettysburg Gettysburg Chamber Orchestra conductor Norman Nunamaker takes students behind the scenes at the Gettysburg Chamber Orchestra as the group prepares for its spring concert. The first class, an examination of the music on the orchestra’s spring program, meets May 5 from 3-5 p.m. The second class, during which students sit in on the GCO’s final dress rehearsal, meets May 12 from 1-3:30 p.m., at the Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg chapel on Seminary Ridge, Gettysburg. The final class, attendance at the concert itself, meets May 13 beginning at 4 p.m., also in the chapel. $. 717-334-5006. www.adamsarts.org.
May 5, 12, 19, 25-26 & June 1-2, 8-9, 15-16, 22-23, 29-30
Adams County Farmers Market
The Outlet Shoppes at Gettysburg
1863 Gettysburg Village Dr., Gettysburg
The Fridays and Saturdays Farmers Markets have a variety of producer-only Adams County grown products, including seasonal fruits and vegetables, flowers, meats, baked goods, honey and more. Fridays: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturdays: 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. EBT and debit cards are accepted. www.acfarmersmarkets.org.
May 5-6
57th Annual Apple Blossom Festival
South Mountain Fairgrounds
Route 234, near Arendtsville
Witness the beauty of spring apple blossoms, learn about the fruit industry in Adams County and enjoy great food, music and crafts. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $. 717-677-7444. www.appleblossomfestival.info.
May 8
Alabama Symphony Orchestra Concert
Majestic Theater
25 Carlisle St., Gettysburg
On their way to a Carnegie Hall debut, the Alabama Symphony Orchestra comes to Gettysburg for a stirring concert containing pieces commissioned from Paul Lansky and renowned composer Avner Dorman, professor of music at Gettysburg College’s Sunderman Conservatory of Music. The orchestra will also perform a spirited interpretation of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7. 8 p.m. $. 717-337-8200. www.gettysburgmajestic.org.
May 12
Biglerville Garden Club Plant Sale
National Apple Museum
154 W. Hanover St., Biglerville
The Biglerville Garden Club hosts its annual plant sale to benefit the club and its activities. 8 a.m.-noon. 717-677-4556. jkwalters1@yahoo.com.
May 12
Create Your Own Container Garden
Boyer Nurseries & Orchards, Inc.
405 Boyer Nursery Rd., Biglerville
Landscape designer Kim Mayers demonstrates how to create a great Mother’s Day gift, a garden inside a 20-inch terra cotta container. Spaces for this workshop are limited and registration is required. 9:30 a.m. $. 717-677-8558. www.boyernurseries.com.
May 13
Gettysburg Chamber Orchestra Concert
Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg Chapel
61 Seminary Ridge, Gettysburg
Sponsored by Music, Gettysburg!, the concert features the Eaken Trio as soloists. Works by Massenet, Sarasate, Piazzolla, Respighi and Elgar
will be performed. 4 p.m. 717-334-5508. www.musicgettysburg.org.
May 15
Historic Gettysburg Adams County Educational Speaker Program
Historic GAR Building 53 E. Middle St., Gettysburg National Park Service interpretive ranger Bert Barnett presents Civil War poetry he has discovered through researching old letters and books of the 1860s era. 7:30 p.m. 717-334-8312. www.hgaconline.org.
YWCA Brown Bag Lunch Series
YWCA Gettysburg & Adams County
909 Fairfield Rd., Gettysburg
Join Will Lane and Dr. Dwight Michael for a discussion of affordable healthcare for Adams County residents. Noon. To register, call 717-334-9171 or e-mail aahayes@ywcagettysburg.org. www.ywcagettysburg.org.
May 17-19
The Great Country Show
East Berlin Area Community Center 401 North Ave., East Berlin Americana dealers from six states offer early samplers, quilts, folk art, country furniture, paintings, textiles and books. Thursday, May 17, 5-8:30 p.m.; Friday, May 18, 1-7 p.m. and Saturday, May 19, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $. 717-259-9866. www.ebhpspa.org.
May 18-20
You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown
Adams County School of Musical Theatre
49 York St., Gettysburg
All of your favorite Peanuts characters take to the stage at the Adams County School of Musical Theatre in You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown. Friday, May 18 and Saturday, May 19, 7 p.m.; Saturday, May 19 and Sunday, May 20, 2 p.m. $. 717-334-2692. www.acsmt.org.
May 18-21
Jennie Wade’s Birthday Party
Reid’s Orchard & Winery Tasting Room at Jennie’s House
242 Baltimore St., Gettysburg
Tour the birthplace of Jennie Wade, the only civilian casualty of the 1863 Battle of Gettysburg. Enjoy a complimentary $2 Pour Tour of Reid’s Battle of Gettysburg sesquicentennial wines and register to win Jennie’s Birthday Basket. Friday, May 18 and Saturday, May 19, noon-8 p.m.; Sunday, May 20, noon-5 p.m. and Monday, May 21, noon-6 p.m.
717-334-7537. www.reidsorchardwinery.com.
May 19
Gettysburg Outdoor Antique Show
Carlisle, Chambersburg, Baltimore and York streets, downtown Gettysburg
The 45th Annual Gettysburg Spring Outdoor Antique Show is held rain or shine. More than 125 antique dealers offer high quality antiques and collectibles.
The event is sponsored by The Gettysburg Area Retail Merchants Association. 7 a.m.-4 p.m. 717-253-5750. www.gettysburgretailmerchants.com.
Gettysburg Garden Club’s Annual Spring Plant Sale
Corner of Baltimore and West High streets, Gettysburg
The Gettysburg Garden Club’s plant sale features a wide variety of perennials from members’ gardens, herbs and garden-related products. Proceeds are used to beautify Lincoln Square’s spring and summer flower displays and to provide scholarships to Adams County students majoring in horticulture-related subjects. 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
(or until all items are sold out). 717-873-5001.
www.gettysburggardenclub.
homestead.com.
Mamie Remembers Gettysburg
Eisenhower National Historic Site, Gettysburg
Join living historian Ruthmary McIlhenny as she performs her first person program as Mamie Eisenhower at the Eisenhower National Historic Site. The Victory Society will present a 1950s era fashion show. The Gettysburg Foundation will host a special High Tea for an added fee. Mamie Remembers Gettysburg is included in the admission charge to the site. $. 717-338-9114. www.nps.gov/eise.
Native Plant Fest & Sale
York County Annex
112 Pleasant Acres Rd., York
Native plant growers will offer a large selection of native plants, trees and shrubs—suitable for planting in the Mason-Dixon region—for sale. Free seminars will feature topics that include selecting native plants for the home landscape. Sponsored by the Penn State Master Gardeners and MAEscapes. Seminars begin at 8 a.m.; the plant sale runs from 9 a.m.-
2 p.m. 717-840-7408. www.maescapes.org.
Hardscaping Demo
Boyer Nurseries & Orchards, Inc.
405 Boyer Nursery Rd., Biglerville
Build your own block wall and fire pit from Dave Sommerville, hardscapes product manager for Nitterhouse Masonry Products LLC. 9:30 a.m. 717-677-8558. www.boyernurseries.com.
May 20
General Membership Meeting
New Oxford Train Station
112 Lincoln Way West, New Oxford
This meeting of the New Oxford Area Historical Society will feature Fred Gable from the Conewago Model Railroad Club providing a detailed guided tour of the New Oxford Train Station. 3-5 p.m. 717-624-6240. www.newoxford.org.
May 22
YWCA Encore Breast Cancer Support Group Presentation
YWCA Gettysburg & Adams County
909 Fairfield Rd., Gettysburg
The ENCORE Breast Cancer Support Group will host a presentation on Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging (DITI) technology featuring representatives from Ah’lese Thermal Imaging Center in York. 6:30 p.m. To register, call the YWCA service desk at 717-334-9171. www.ywcagettysburg.org.
May 26
Strawberry Sundae Fundraiser
Hollabaugh Brothers Inc.
545 Carlisle Rd., Biglerville
Enjoy ice cream and fresh strawberries to support a good cause. Proceeds from the ice cream sundae sale will be applied to a special needs fund at Trinity Lutheran Church in Arendtsville in care of the Biesecker family. Checks may be made payable to Trinity Lutheran Church. 1-4 p.m. $. 717-677-8412. www.hollabaughbros.com.
May 26, June 2 & 29
An Evening with the Painting
Gettysburg National Military Park Museum
and Visitor Center
1195 Baltimore Pike, Gettysburg
Learn about the history and conservation of the Cyclorama painting, including an opportunity to spend time viewing the Cyclorama. 6-7:30 p.m. $. 877-874-2478. www.gettysburgfoundation.org.
Throughout June
Thirsty Thursdays
Hauser Estate Winery 410 Cashtown Rd., Biglerville Experience Happy Hour Hauser style every Thursday evening in June. Sample a variety of light food, music, wine and cider. 6-9 p.m. 717-334-4888. www.hauserestate.com.
June 1
19th Annual Frederick Festival of the Arts Kickoff Party
Carroll Creek Linear Park
Downtown Frederick, Maryland
The Electric Brigade, the U.S. Naval Academy’s premier pop music ensemble, performs a live concert to kick off the Frederick Festival of the Arts. Food and beverages will be available. 6 p.m. 301-662-4190. www.frederickartscouncil.org.
June 1-2, 15-16, 22-23 & 29
Hauser After Hours
Hauser Estate Winery
410 Cashtown Rd., Biglerville
Enjoy music, food and fine wine from Hauser Estate Winery. A variety of live entertainment will be featured. Catered food is available for purchase. 6-9 p.m. 717-334-4888. www.hauserestate.com.
June 2
Free Electronics Recycling
YWCA Gettysburg & Adams County
909 Fairfield Rd., Gettysburg
The YWCA Gettysburg & Adams County is partnering with 5R Processors Ltd. to provide free electronics recycling. Items that will be accepted include computers, monitors, laptops, printers, TVs, stereo equipment, cell phones and microwaves. Cathode-ray tubes and TVs with broken glass will be accepted for a $10 fee. Freon-containing and large household appliances will not be accepted. Department of Defense-approved hard drive cleaning services will be available for $10. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 717-334-9171. For a complete list of acceptable items, visit www.5Rprocessors.com.
June 2-3
19th Annual Frederick Festival of the Arts
Carroll Creek Linear Park Downtown Frederick, Maryland This nationally-juried fine arts and crafts festival will host more than 110 visual artists from around the United States, Israel and Canada. Two stages will feature live music from performing artists. A variety of children’s activities, food and more will be available. Saturday, June 2, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday, June 3, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 301-662-4190. www.frederickartscouncil.org.
June 3
Party with a Purpose
Orrtanna Methodist Church
1717 Carrolls Tract Rd., Orrtanna
This covered dish luncheon benefits Survivors Inc. Attendees are requested to bring a covered dish (appetizer, salad, entrée, vegetables or dessert). Place settings and drinks will be provided. Donations will be accepted. 1 p.m. RSVP by May 20 to Sue Bucher at 717-334-2593. http://adamscountysurvivors.com.
June 6
Lawn Concert at the Mansion
Warehime-Myers Mansion
305 Baltimore St., Hanover
The Lyric Band of Hanover presents an outdoor concert of Summertime Nostalgia, featuring unforgettable tunes from 1912 and beyond. Refreshment stands open at 5:45 p.m.; the concert begins at 6:30 p.m. 717-637-6413. www.hahs.us.
June 8-10
Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
Kline Theatre – Gettysburg College 300 N. Washington St., Gettysburg Mark Twain’s classic tale of Huckleberry Finn comes to the stage, presented by the cast of the Adams County School of Musical Theatre. Friday, June 8 and Saturday, June 9, 7 p.m.; Saturday, June 9 and Sunday, June 10, 2 p.m. $. 717-334-2692. www.acsmt.org.
June 9
Gettysburg Ranger Walks and Programs
Gettysburg National Military Park
1195 Baltimore Pike, Gettysburg
A full range of free park ranger-conducted programs, walks, tours, campfire programs, living history programs, children’s programs and “battle walks” are offered every day through August 12. 717-334-1124, ext. 8023. www.nps.gov/gett.
Exploring Eisenhower Programs
Eisenhower National Historic Site, Gettysburg
Join a park ranger for 30-minute walks and talks offered daily at Eisenhower National Historic Site. Topics include Eisenhower’s military career, the Secret Service’s role in protecting the president, Eisenhower’s presidency and the Eisenhowers’ life in Gettysburg. Programs are offered daily through August 19 and are included with paid admission to the site. $. 717-338-9114. www.nps.gov/eise.
Gettysburg AACA Auto Show
Latimore Valley Fairgrounds
100 Baltimore Rd., York Springs
This year marks the 37th Annual Gettysburg Region Antique Automobile Club of America Antique & Classic Auto & Truck Show. The show includes all vehicles through 1992, featuring Mopar and all Mopar-related vehicles. All participants must pay a registration fee for vehicles; AACA membership is not required to register. Spectators are welcome.
A flea market, antiques/collectibles display, free tours of the Eastern Museum of Motor Racing, a 50/50 drawing and concessions will be available. 7 a.m.-
3 p.m. 717-451-0092. www.aaca.org/gettysburg.
Author Appearance: Jason Emerson
Adams County Arts Council Arts Education Center
125 S. Washington St., Gettysburg
Meet historian and author Jason Emerson and find out his passion for researching the life and times of Abraham Lincoln and his family. The event is ticketed and reservations are required. 2-4 p.m. 717-334-5006. www.adamsarts.org.
Third Annual June Open House
Hundredfold Farm
1400 Evergreen Way, Orrtanna
This free event will feature tours of the community’s innovative greenhouse and solar home from 10-11 a.m. and noon-1 p.m. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Speakers include a Penn State Extension Master Gardener presentation fro m 11 a.m.-noon and a presentation from Dr. John Halbrendt on growing grapes for wine from 1-2 p.m. 717-334-4587. www.hundredfoldfarm.org.
June 9 & 23
Summer Concert Series
Hauser Estate Winery 410 Cashtown Rd., Biglerville Experience live music outdoors at Hauser Estate Winery. Tickets for individual shows are $10, and season passes are $45. Season passes include a demo CD containing music from the bands and a free drink at each show. 3-5 p.m. 717-334-4888. www.hauserestate.com.
June 9-10
Dauphin County Music & Wine Festival
Fort Hunter Park
5300 N. Front St., Harrisburg
Relax and listen to the music of national recording artists along with Pennsylvania’s elite musicians. Sample some of Pennsylvania’s finest wineries.
3-9 p.m. $. 717-599-5188. www.dauphincounty.org/parks-recreation.
June 9-10, 16-17 & 30
Music in the Valley! Concert SeriesReid’s Orchard & Winery 2135 Buchanan Valley Rd., Orrtanna Enjoy music, entertainment, fresh seasonal produce and fine wine during this summer concert series hosted by Reid’s Orchard & Winery. 717-677-7047 or 717-677-7466. Concerts on June 9-10 and 16-17 are free; an admission fee for individuals ages 21 and older will be charged for the June 30 concert. A list of specific performers and performance times is available at www.reidsorchardwinery.com.
June 10
Country Cruizn Car Show
Taneytown Memorial Park
Maryland Route 140 at Park Drive
Taneytown, Maryland
All makes and models of vehicles will be displayed. Vendors, music, a 50/50 raffle and a live auction provide plenty of opportunities for entertainment. Proceeds from the car show benefit disabled veterans. Vehicle registration is $10 for participants entering a vehicle. Rain date is Sunday, June 17.
10 a.m.-4 p.m. 443-824-0639 or 410-412-6787. www.streetcarsofdesire.com.
Renew Your Vows on the Hill
Hauser Estate Winery
410 Cashtown Rd., Biglerville
Come to Hauser Estate Winery and join other couples in a renewal of wedding vows. The ceremony is free. For $10, purchase the wedding renewal package which includes a piece of wedding cake, two small glasses of wine, a box of chocolates and a certificate signed by ministers Candace and Lou Nyiri. Please arrive by 1 p.m.; the ceremony begins at 1:30 p.m. 717-334-4888. www.hauserestate.com.
June 14
Lincoln & Gettysburg: The Sandburg Experience
Adams County Arts Council Arts Education Center
125 S. Washington St., Gettysburg
Actor and veteran journalist Bill Parkinson brings Lincoln biographer Carl Sandburg’s timeless prose and haunting poetry to life in this performance about the connection in the “crimson mist” that existed between the Civil War president and Gettysburg. Reservations are required; light refreshments will be served. 6:30 p.m. $.
717-334-0572. www.pagesofpast.com.
June 16
Historic Gettysburg Adams County Salvage Warehouse
Across from Entwistle Hall Washington Street, Gettysburg Historic Gettysburg Adams County’s Salvage Warehouse features dozens of salvaged treasures. Beautiful old trims, doors, windows, brass chandeliers, hinges, door locks and old signs are waiting to be restored. Donations accepted. 1-4 p.m. 717-334-8312. www.hgaconline.org.
56th Annual Antique Market & Craft Show
Center Square and side streets of New Oxford
Browse dozens of antiques and collectibles and shop for homemade crafts from more than 160 antiques dealers and 50 craft specialists. Presented by the New Oxford Chamber of Commerce. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. 717-624-2800. www.newoxford.org.
Art Auction
Inn at Herr Ridge & Sharpshooters Grille 900 Chambersburg Rd., Gettysburg
Local artists offer their works for this auction to benefit Main Street Gettysburg. A variety of mixed media, sculptures, acrylics, oil paintings and Civil War art will be on display. The silent auction begins at 7 p.m.; the live auction follows at 9:30 p.m. Enjoy drinks and canapés from the Inn at Herr Ridge culinary staff. Business casual attire is recommended. 800-362-9849. www.innatherrridge.com.
June 16, 23 & 30
Songs and Stories of a Civil War Hospital: Candlelight at Christ Church
Christ Lutheran Church
30 Chambersburg St., Gettysburg
Live Civil War-era music features local musicians and sing-along songs. Poetry and readings from hospital diaries bring alive the stories of men and women who served and were treated in the building when it was used as a hospital during and after the Battle of Gettysburg. Handicapped accessible. Music begins at 7:30 p.m.; the program starts at 8 p.m.
June 17
Father’s Day Barbecue
Hauser Estate Winery
410 Cashtown Rd., Biglerville
Treat your dad to a fabulous summer barbecue capped off with exquisite fine wine and cider. Noon-5 p.m. 717-334-4888. www.hauserestate.com.
June 18-22 & 25-29
Lego Kingdom: Kids Create, Kids Rule
Enlightened Learning Center 805 Baltimore St., Suite 275, Hanover Students in grades 2-5 will design and build a collaborative Lego and Kinex city construction. This activity builds creativity, math and literacy skills. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. each day. $. 717-630-8218. www.enlightenedlearning.org.717-334-5212. www.candlelightatchrist.org.
June 19
Historic Gettysburg Adams County Historical Speaker Program
Historic GAR Building
53 E. Middle St., Gettysburg
Licensed Battlefield Guide Joe Mieczkowski presents Battle of Gettysburg history on location at the Emmanuel Harmon Farm (adjacent to the former Gettysburg Country Club, on Rt. 30). 7 p.m. 717-334-8312. www.hgaconline.org.
June 20-24
Easels in Frederick
Various locations in downtown Frederick, Maryland
Watch as 30 juried plein air painters capture scenes of the historic district in downtown Frederick, Maryland, as they compete for $12,500 in prizes. Maps of painter locations are available from The Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center, 40 S. Carroll St., or the Downtown Frederick Partnership, 15 E. Church St. Painters will be at work from sunrise to sunset Wednesday and Thursday, June 20-21 and until 4 p.m. on Friday, June 22.
301-358-9255. www.easelsinfrederick.org.
June 23
22nd Annual Spirit of Gettysburg 5K Run
YWCA Gettysburg & Adams County
909 Fairfield Rd., Gettysburg
This 5K run begins at the YWCA Gettysburg & Adams County and continues through Gettysburg. Proceeds benefit YWCA programs. 8 a.m. $. 717-334-9171. www.ywcagettysburg.org.
June 23
Collectors Champagne Preview Party, Easels in Frederick
The Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center
40 S. Carroll St., Frederick, Maryland
View the completed Easels in Frederick masterpieces, meet plein air participants and be among the first to purchase the paintings. 7-10 p.m. $. 301-358-9255. www.easelsinfrederick.org.
June 24
Yappy Hour
Hauser Estate Winery
410 Cashtown Rd., Biglerville
Bring your pet to Hauser Estate Winery (outdoors only) and enjoy fine wine and a day out with your beloved furry friend. Noon-5 p.m. 717-334-4888. www.hauserestate.com.
June 26-30
Gettysburg Fire Department Carnival
Gettysburg Recreation Park
545 Long Lane, Gettysburg
Come out for fantastic food, thrilling rides and fun games. Visit the food pavilion for hot sausage sandwiches, cheesesteak subs, hot dogs, hamburgers, fresh cut French fries, pizza and more. Pit beef and turkey are available from Thursday, June 28 through Saturday, June 30. A fireworks display is planned for Friday, June 29 at 11 p.m. The carnival opens at
6 p.m. each evening. The cost of food, games and rides varies. 717-334-7548. www.gettysburgfd.com.