

‘Festival Weekend’ part two: Tastemaking at the Spring Food Truck Festival
Main Street was packed with people last Sunday for the Spring Food Truck Festival. The event featured more than 50 food vendors comprised of a mix of food trucks, food tents and local restaurants. Continue reading ‘Festival Weekend’ part two: Tastemaking at the Spring Food Truck Festival

‘Festival Weekend’ part one: Geeking out at Fandom Fest
Even as the gray clouds gathered overhead, the parking lot near Fort Chambers Park filled with cosplayers, vendors and even a bubble magician. There were also a variety of photo-ops featuring a mermaid lagoon, a replica of KITT from the television show “Knight Rider,” and Wonder Woman posing with her invisible jet. Continue reading ‘Festival Weekend’ part one: Geeking out at Fandom Fest

Author event launches novel exploring personal and generational trauma
Author Kirstie Croga launched her debut novel “Milwaukee Deep” at an event hosted by the Capitol Theatre on Thursday, April 20. The evening included book signings, Puerto-Rican catering, and a presentation by the author followed by a Q&A session. Continue reading Author event launches novel exploring personal and generational trauma

The last picture show: AMC CLASSIC Chambersburg 7 movie theater closes
On Sunday, April 16, the 7:30 p.m. showing of “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” was screened for an audience of just over 30 people at the AMC CLASSIC Chambersburg 7 in the Chambersburg Mall. The animated film featuring Nintendo’s famous pair of plumbers and starring Chris Pratt, Charlie Day and Anya Taylor-Joy was the final movie to ever be screened there. Continue reading The last picture show: AMC CLASSIC Chambersburg 7 movie theater closes

Closing reception planned for CFTA’s fine art quilt exhibit
If the concept of quilting as a fine art is new to you, you’re probably not alone, but “Purpose-Repurpose” is an excellent place to start. The group show features more than 30 examples of fine art quilting that demonstrate the medium’s ability to arrange (and rearrange) materials in new ways. Continue reading Closing reception planned for CFTA’s fine art quilt exhibit

Main Street business owner to talk ecommerce at summit
In a day-long event on Tuesday, April 18, the South Central PA Business Summit will give area business owners access to the knowledge of some of the region’s established business leaders. The scheduled presentations cover everything from big picture topics like the regional labor market to more inward-facing subjects like company culture. Continue reading Main Street business owner to talk ecommerce at summit

‘Celebration and Understanding’ part two: Empathy Lab
This article is part of the Double Feature “Celebration and Understanding.” The two-part series explores the experiences of international students studying in Chambersburg. Continue reading ‘Celebration and Understanding’ part two: Empathy Lab

‘Celebration and Understanding’ part one: Muhibbah Night
This article is part of the Double Feature “Celebration and Understanding.” The two-part series explores the experiences of international students studying in Chambersburg. Continue reading ‘Celebration and Understanding’ part one: Muhibbah Night

Ribbon-cutting ceremony held for Franklin County Literacy Council
Franklin County Literacy Council’s Angie Wilt talks about literacy in the broader sense, the intergenerational impact of learning new skills today, and the desperate need for tutors. Continue reading Ribbon-cutting ceremony held for Franklin County Literacy Council

Mushroom kingdom rising: Ribbon-cutting ceremony held for Setas Mushrooms
In the aftermath of a massive stroke, mushrooms gave Kat Mackenzie a new way forward. Now she’s returning the favor with Setas Mushrooms. Learn about mushroom cuisine, “living coffins” and what mycologists really think about “The Last of Us.” Continue reading Mushroom kingdom rising: Ribbon-cutting ceremony held for Setas Mushrooms