--------------------------------------------------------------------------- Penn National E-News Issue 2025-023 April 14, 2025 PNCA MEMBERS [ONLY] MAY SUBMIT E-News items ONLINE at www.pnca.info/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------ NOTICES ------ --------------------------------------------------------------------------- EVENTS: MASTER GARDENER VICTORY GARDEN CLASSES $10 EACH WHERE: Franklin County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Center, 181 Franklin Farm Ln, Chambersburg WHEN: Tuesday, April 22 5:00 PM: Rain Barrels and Irrigation Systems https://extension.psu.edu/victory-garden-series-rain-barrels-and-irrigation-systems WHEN: Monday, April 28 5:00 PM: Garden Design https://extension.psu.edu/victory-garden-series-garden-design WHEN: Monday, May 5 5:00 PM: No-Till Gardening and Crop Rotation https://extension.psu.edu/victory-garden-series-no-till-gardening-and-crop-rotation (Look for additional weekly classes.) SUBMITTED BY: Carol Kagan, Master Gardener 717-263-9226 franklinmg@psu.edu --------------------------------------------------------------------------- ROAMING DOGS OFF LEASH Within the last month, I have seen a dog off leash with its owner on the cart path either ahead of or behind it as it is running through my backyard. I understand it's nice to let your dog off leash at times, but it should be under your control, meaning not within your neighbors yards. Please either curb it or leash it. SUBMITTED BY: Crystal Duffey 717-816-7980 sheli34@live.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------ EVENTS ------ --------------------------------------------------------------------------- EVENT: Non-Fiction Book Club WHERE: 6928 Fairway Oaks Drive WHEN: Tuesday, April 22, 2025 2:00-4:00 PM Our book this month is Nexus by Yuval Noah Harari. SUBMITTED BY: Kathlyn Hopkins 717-884-8077 Kathlynhop@gmail.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------- EVENT: Grove Family Library Jewelry Sale WHERE: Grove Family Library WHEN: Saturday, April 26, 2025 09:00 AM-1:00 PM Amazing collection of low-priced jewelry, generously donated by members of the community! SUBMITTED BY: Kathlyn Hopkins 717-884-8077 Kathlynhop@gmail.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------- EVENT: 'Biking For Babies' Bicycle Ride WHERE: Cumberland Valley Rail Trail WHEN: Saturday, April 26, 2025 08:30 AM-12:00 PM The First Annual 'Biking for Babies' Local Ride for Life will be held on the Cumberland Valley Rail Trail, starting at 8:30 AM in the auditorium of the Our Lady of the Visitation Church, at 305 North Prince Street in Shippensburg. Biking for Babies is a National organization that supports moms and families served through local pregnancy resource centers and young adults committed to renewing the culture of life. Bicycle riders may register for either a 25-mile ride or a 10-mile ride. There is also a 2-mile ride/walk event. Registration fee for the 25- and 10-mile ride is a donation of $30 and the 2 mile event is free. Donations support the Pregnancy Ministries Inc. in Chambersburg, Shippensburg, and Waynesboro, and the Carlisle Family Life Resource Center in Carlisle. Registration and donations for the ride may be made at www.bikingforbabies.com/events. Points of Contact: Greg Ernst – 301-385-5222 or Phil Mobley 571-236-7580 SUBMITTED BY: Philip Mobley 571-236-7580 pmmobley@gmail.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------- EVENT: MASTER GARDENER WORKSHOP: Container Garden For Pollinators WHERE: Franklin County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Cntr, 181 Franklin Farm Ln, Chambersburg WHEN: Saturday, May 3, 2025 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Create a vibrant container garden while learning to select, plant, and maintain pollinator-friendly plants that attract butterflies, birds, and other pollinators. Cost: $25 includes all materials and plants Register online at https://extension.psu.edu/create-a-container-garden-for-pollinators or call Deadline to register is May 2. SUBMITTED BY: Carol Kagan, Master Gardener 717-263-9226 franklinmg@psu.edu --------------------------------------------------------------------------- EVENT: 2025 Guilford Township Bulk & Shred Days WHERE: CWP, Loop Road, Chambersburg WHEN: Spring Bulk Days: Friday & Saturday, May 9-10 8:00 AM-4:00 PM See the flyer: https://www.pnca.info/E-News/2025_Bulk_Days.pdf WHEN: Annual Shred Day: Saturday, May 17 8:00 AM-3:00 PM See the flyer: https://www.pnca.info/E-News/2025_Shred_Day.pdf SUBMITTED BY: Roland Foster, PN E-News Editor 717-352-9991 enews@pnca.info --------------------------------------------------------------------------- EVENT: Blue Ridge Summit Free Library 5th Annual Mother's Day Plant Sale WHERE: 13676 Monterey Lane, Blue Ridge Summit, Pa. WHEN: Saturday, May 10, 2025 08:00 AM-2:00 PM "The sale, which is a fundraiser for the library, features a large assortment of annuals, perennials, native plants, hanging baskets, vegetable plants, herbs, patio planters and houseplants. These make perfect gifts for Mother's Day," said library vice presdient, Paul Pinkerton. In advance of the sale, plant donations of all kinds are wanted. Pots provided, if needed. The library is planning other events during 2025, including the Annual Ice Cream Social & Book Sale on July 19, a silent auction fundraiser on November 2, and "Yuletide At The Library" on December 13. For more information about the plant sale, or to arrange drop off for plant donations, email to brsmtnboard@gmail.com or leave a message with Mary Ann Stanley, 717-940-6711. SUBMITTED BY: Melodie Anderson-Smith, BRS Library Board Member 717-352-4688 jameka@md.net --------------------------------------------------------------------------- EVENT: Spring Battle Of The Neighborhoods WHERE: PN Founders Course WHEN: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 08:00 AM-2:00 PM The Spring Battle of the Neighborhoods will be held on Tuesday, May 13th on Founders at 8:00 AM. This will be a 4-person step-aside scramble between neighborhood teams. The fee is just the standard $22 cart fee for members or $54 for non-members. If anyone wants to avoid the pay line at checkin and have the greens or cart fee charged to their account, just notify your neighborhood coordinator when you sign up and they will take care of it for you. We will gather on the clubhouse patio to announce the winner. Appetizers will be provided by our great sponsor, WellSpan. To sign up, send an email or call your neighborhood representative. The neighborhood representatives this year are as follows: * PN South/Range - Kevin & Pam Mayhew * PN West - Jon & Pam Curro * PN East - Jim & Sara Hilmer * St Annes - Dave & Betty Cameron [Consult the PNCA Directory for phone numbers and email addresses.] If you are unsure of your neighborhood, contact Mark or Susan Orndorff. SUBMITTED BY: Susan Orndorff 717-504-2506 suz.orndorff@gmail.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------- EVENT: KNOW THY NEIGHBOR SERIES WHERE: Central Presbyterian Church WHEN: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 11:45 AM-1:00 PM This month's guest speaker is Mark Story, from our local Habitat for Humanity. As a man of faith, Mark has worked in a variety of nonprofit faith-based organizations since the 1990's. Mark and his wife have served in missions in East Africa, and they now live locally in the Greencastle area. In 2009 Mark began his work with Habitat for Humanity here, and he was directly involved in the opening of the Restore in Chambersburg. Come and hear how his faith journey has fulfilled his call to do missions work, both near and far. A (donation) lunch will be served. Reservations are required - call 717-264-4113. Program begins promptly at 11:45 am on Wednesday, May 14th. SUBMITTED BY: Larry Blaker 425-508-1901 blakerconsulting@yahoo.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------- EVENT: Relay For Life - Save The Date WHERE: Greencastle High School 300 S Ridge Avenue WHEN: Friday, May 16, 2025 4:00-10:00 PM It is Relay time again, so dust off your walking shoes and participate in this year's event on May 16. Join the Tee Up Fore the Cure Relay team to support and celebrate cancer survivors and caregivers. We encourage you to invite friends and family currently living with cancer or survivors to attend the celebration. Please mark May 16 on your calendar. More information about the event will be shared at a later date. If you have questions, please email me. Thank you for your consideration to join the Relay. SUBMITTED BY: Linda Reed 717-401-0477 lreedgolf3@gmail.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------- EVENT: Penn National's Annual Yard Sale, sponsored by PNCA WHERE: Penn National yards and driveways WHEN: Friday, May 16, 2025-Saturday , May 17, 2025 08:00 AM-2:00 PM For further information contact Pat Vrabel at pnyardsale@gmail.com or 607-661-6881 SUBMITTED BY: Pat Vrabel 607-661-6881 Pnyardsale@gmail.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------- EVENT: Penn National Yard Sale Fundraiser WHERE: 6111 Fairway Dr West WHEN: Friday, May 16, 2025-Saturday , May 17, 2025 08:00 AM-2:00 PM Spring is here and that means it's time for the Penn National Yard Sale! This year our charity fundraiser is supporting Knick Knack Pittie Pack, a dog rescue in Mont Alto. We are accepting kitchenware, small utensils, collectibles, home decor, and the like. Items must be CLEAN and in WORKING order. NO clothes (purses OK); NO old TV's, encyclopedias, large Christmas trees or exercise equipment. Please contact me if you have any questions. Your donations have made this event a great success over the past 5 years. The LAST DAY for donations will be SATURDAY, MAY 3. SUBMITTED BY: Tami Powstenko 717-401-0940 mycatpoozik@gmail.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------- EVENT: 2025 MASTER GARDENER PLANT SALE WHERE: Franklin County Human Services Bldg. 425 Franklin Farm Ln, Chambersburg WHEN: Saturday, May 17, 2025 09:00 AM-1:00 PM The Penn State Master Gardeners of Franklin County will host their annual plant sale on May 17th. This free event will feature a variety of unique plants, educational activities, and exhibits from community organizations. We will be providing interactive education throughout the day. Garden Hotline volunteers available to answer plant and gardening questions. We are always adding new plants to our inventory. This year's sale features Native plants, Pollinator plants, Annual & Perennial Flowers, Herbs, Heirloom Tomatoes & Peppers, Unique Vegetables, Woody plants, Trees, and Shrubs. Visit with these Community Organizations: Franklin County Beekeepers Assn., Franklin County 4-H, and Conococheague Audubon Society. Tour the Master Gardener Demonstration Gardens next to the plant sale location. The gardens include the Pollinator Friendly Garden, Herb Garden, Perennial Garden, Drought-Tolerant Garden, Victory Garden, Woodland Native Habitat Garden, and the Historical Patrick Gass Garden. Soil Test Kits and Horse Manure will be available for purchase. Cash, checks, and credit cards are accepted. Proceeds support Master Gardener educational outreach activities in Franklin County. More information is available at https://extension.psu.edu/programs/master-gardener/counties/franklin/news/annual-plant-sale SUBMITTED BY: Carol Kagan, Master Gardener 717-263-9226 franklinmg@psu.edu --------------------------------------------------------------------------- EVENT: MUSIC NIGHT AT THE TRELLIS WHERE: PN Trellis Terrace WHEN: Friday, June 6, 2025 5:00-9:00 PM *** JOIN US FOR MUSIC NIGHT AT THE TRELLIS *** Friday, June 6th from 5:00-9:00pm SPONSORED BY PATRIOT FEDERAL CREDIT UNION MUSIC PROVIDED BY EV CRIDER and band This event will include a Picnic Buffet of hamburgers, hot dogs, vegetarian option, macaroni salad, chips, fruit, cookies, iced tea and water ... BYO alcoholic beverages. COST: $28/person for PNCA Members; $33/person for nonmembers. We're planning to have the band set up under the Pavilion area outdoors, so bring a lawn chair to sit outdoors if you want. This is a rain or shine event. PLEASE NOTE: WE HAVE A STRICT CUTOFF DATE OF 5/28/2025 and NO CHANGES WILL BE ALLOWED AFTER THIS DATE. Please drop off the registration form (which you can find here or on the PNCA website Bulletin Board (pnca.info), with cash or your check made out to PNCA, to one of the following: Pam Curro-6210 Oak Leaf Lane Lori Fink-3644 Cascades Drive Beth Pryor-6964 Old Course Road SUBMITTED BY: Pam Curro 571-926-1108 pam@thecurros.us --------------------------------------------------------------------------- EVENT: MASTER GARDENER TRAINING - Information Session WHERE: Penn State Extension Franklin County, Ag Heritage Bldg Rooms 7/8 (lower level) WHEN: Tuesday, June 10, 2025 7:00 PM Are you interested in learning more about plants and giving back to the community through outreach and education? Then the Penn State Extension Master Gardener volunteer program might be what you're looking for! Join us for a free, one-hour information session to learn more about the Franklin County Master Gardener program. SUBMITTED BY: Carol Kagan, Master Gardener 717-263-9226 franklinmg@psu.edu --------------------------------------------------------------------------- EVENT: Bus Trip to Marine War Memorial, Dinner, And Marine Barracks Evening Parade WHERE: Washington, D.C. WHEN: Friday, July 25, 2025 11:30 AM (return about 1:00 AM Saturday) Sign up by June 1. Complete details here: https://www.pnca.info/E-News/Marine_Trip.pdf SUBMITTED BY: Pam Corro 571-926-1108 pam@thecurros.us --------------------------------------------------------------------------- EVENT: Annual Totem Pole Play WHERE: Totem Pole Playhouse WHEN: Saturday, August 9, 2025 7:30 PM The annual PNCA outing to the Totem Pole Playhouse has been set. We have 80 tickets available for the Saturday, August 9th, 7:30 PM performance of "Beautiful: The Carole King Musical," which features the timeless music of Carole King and the inspiring tale of her journey to superstar. We will again have the use of the tent prior to the show. The tent provides an area where we can get together with fellow show-goers and enjoy BYOB refreshments. The seating chart is available on the PNCA website now: www.pnca.info/2025seatchart.php . Tickets are $50 per person. Jim Hilmer has a box on his front porch for you to drop off your ticket requests. Please include on your envelope: Your name, Number of tickets requested, and seats requested. Please include your address. If you would like a confirming email, please add your email address. Jim's address is 6931 Old Course Road. Last year we started with 60 tickets and ended up selling 85. In order to get seats together, we need to know if we will need additional tickets. That's why this announcement is coming out early this year. SUBMITTED BY: Jim Hilmer 717-401-0613 jhilmer5306@comcast.net --------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------ FOR SALE, FREE, OR WANTED ------ --------------------------------------------------------------------------- WANTED: E-Bikes WHEN: as soon as possible SUBMITTED BY: Tara Kellam 717-816-1081 mkellam6@comcast.net --------------------------------------------------------------------------- This issue was produced by Roland Foster on April 14, 2025. It is a benefit of your dues-paying membership in the Penn National Community Association. FEEDBACK: Email Roland Foster at enews@pnca.info ******** IMPORTANT ******** TO SUBMIT INFORMATION TO BE PUBLISHED: USE THE ONLINE FORM at www.pnca.info/ To unsubscribe: send an email to enews@pnca.info with 'unsubscribe' as the subject or text. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------