What You Need To Know Today
A school closure in Chambersburg, community events happening today, a busy weekend across Franklin County and several things to keep on your radar heading into Monday.
Chambersburg Schools Closed Today for Staff In-Service
All Chambersburg Area School District schools are closed today, Friday, Sept. 18. There are no classes for students district-wide.
The district says staff will spend the day participating in professional staff in-service activities and focusing on parent-teacher communication. Students are expected back in school Monday.
Chambersburg School Information →Chambersburg Area School District students
No classes district-wide
Professional staff in-service and parent-teacher communication
Monday, Sept. 21
Carnival of Care at the Waynesboro YMCA
Healthy Franklin County’s Carnival of Care takes place today at the Waynesboro Area YMCA. The free community event focuses on mental wellness, recovery, resilience and connecting residents with local resources.
Carnival Details →Gals Night Out 2: Magic on Main Street
Main Street Park hosts Gals Night Out tonight with botanical cocktails and mocktails, an intention-candle activity, a mini market, photo opportunities and other entertainment.
The event is geared toward adults and runs this evening in downtown Waynesboro.
Two Top Steam & Gas Show Opens
The Two Top Ruritan Club Steam & Gas Show begins today and continues through Sunday at 12270 Two Top Road near Mercersburg.
Tonight’s schedule includes a truck and tractor pull and Clear Spring Bluegrass, with additional activities throughout the weekend.
Two Top Schedule →Annual Greek Fest Returns to The Orchards
Greek Fest runs today and Saturday from 3 to 10 p.m. at The Orchards Restaurant in Chambersburg, featuring Greek food and family-friendly activities.
Event Calendar →More Events Are Happening Across Franklin County
Franklin County Life’s Weekend Guide includes additional Friday activities along with Saturday and Sunday events, festivals, music, markets, family activities and more.
See the Weekend Guide →Devious Intent Gets World Premiere at Waynesboro Theatre
The independent crime film Devious Intent receives its world-premiere screening Saturday at Waynesboro Theatre. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the film begins at 7 p.m.
General admission is $10.
Theatre Information →Generations Apart Plays Colonel Murphy’s
Generations Apart is scheduled to perform Saturday from 8 to 11 p.m. at Colonel Murphy’s in Mercersburg.
The band performs rock favorites from artists including AC/DC, Foo Fighters, Metallica, Bon Jovi and others. The posted cover charge is $5 at the door.
Car Show Planned at Ebenezer Christian Church
A community car show is scheduled Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Ebenezer Christian Church, 226 Ebenezer Church Road in Needmore.
The event advertises multiple vehicle classes, live music, food trucks and an all-cars-welcome format.
Bowl-A-Thon Supports Shippensburg Marching Band
The SASD Music Boosters are holding a Bowl-A-Thon Sunday from 3 to 5 p.m. at Nellie Fox Bowl in Chambersburg.
Tickets are listed at $10 per person for two hours of bowling and shoes, with raffles and a portion of snack-bar proceeds supporting the marching band and color guard.
Friday begins one of the busier local weekends of the month. Today’s Daily Brief focuses on practical information and several larger events, while the Weekend Guide carries the broader event list. This edition can be updated if a meaningful local development emerges.
