Hollabaugh Bros. Offers Family Programs
BIGLERVILLE, PA — Think an orchard is just a place to go for apples and peaches? Think again! Hollabaugh Bros. Orchard in Biglerville is a family-owned and operated fruit and vegetable farm with a fabulous retail farm market AND fun events and activities for the whole family. In addition to growing healthy fruits and vegetables, […]
Chatty Chameleon offers up fun and learning
GREENCASTLE, PA—If you’re looking for a place for the kids to learn or create, check out Chatty Chameleon and The Studio@Chatty Chameleon. Chatty Chameleon began in 2016 in a small space with one room, one bathroom and 18 students eager to learn Spanish. Over the last eight years, Chatty Chameleon has grown into a learning […]
The cost of food is nuts!
I just spent $226.12 for groceries—for ONE WEEK! For TWO PEOPLE (plus a grandchild who hangs out a few days a week). I didn’t buy a lot of extras. Well, I did buy some holiday springtime clings for the granddaughter to stick to my sliding door, but other than that, it was mostly food and […]
Things to Do In March 2025
Looking for something to do in southcentral Pennsylvania in March 2025? Take a look at these opportunities: Chambersburg, PA Parenting GenZ Seminar, Sat., March 15, 10 a.m.-noon. Led by Micah Marshall, director of Refuge Youth Network, The Parenting Gen Z seminar aims to equip parents with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively understand, communicate […]
Mother/Grandmother/Daughter Tea Party Scheduled
Calling moms or grandmas, aunts or other mom figures! Take your loved one age 3-6 to tea on Saturday, March 15, at 10 a.m. at the Chambersburg Recreation Center, Chambersburg, Pa. Enjoy tea, small sandwiches, a few sweet treats, and plan to do a fun craft/activity together. Cost is $40 per couple; $20 additional person. […]
Huge Kids’ Consignment Sale Coming Soon
A Kids’ Sale will be held Thursday, March 6, through Saturday, March 8, at Kauffman Community Center, 7289 Ruritan Drive, Chambersburg, Pa. Clothes from maternity, newborn, juniors, shoes, books, toys, outdoor toys, sports items, strollers, car seats, highchairs, room décor and more. Hours are Thurs: 9am-7pm; Fri: 9am-6pm; Sat 8am-1pm. Admission is FREE.
Heart-Healthy Indian Beef Flank Steak & Rice
In honor of February Heart Month, here’s a great dish to try from the Pennsylvania Beef Council. Ingredients: Directions:
Bird Flu found in local geese
If you take kids to lakes or ponds in Central Pennsylvania, watch what they step in. Bird Flu has been detected in some Canadian geese in the region. Bird flu, also known as avian influenza, can spread to geese through inhalation or ingestion of the virus from infected birds. The virus is shed in the saliva, mucus, […]
Not a good game to play
FLORIDA – A Florida high school student is recovering after he was shot by an off-duty officer while playing a game called “Senior Assassin.” In the trending game, players are assigned a senior or seniors as their targets. The players then seek to “eliminate” their target using water guns. Unfortunately, some water guns look realistic, […]
Remember when hiking to Leave No Trace
Planning to take a hike this summer? No matter what trail you plan to take, remember to “leave no trace” behind. The Appalachian Trail Conservancy has developed guidelines for groups of family and friends who plan to explore the AT (or other trails). Make sure to follow them! If you’re interested in more information on […]
