Educational
Vernal Pools – DCNR, Swatara State Park
Swatara State ParkJoin the park naturalist for an exploration of vernal pools in Swatara State Park! We’ll see what creatures are about and attempt to see some of the amphibians that are […]
125th Anniversary Events Scheduled to Honor Mt. Gretna’s Role in Spanish-American War
Hall of Philosophy, Mt. GretnaCommemoration of Pennsylvania National Guardsmen rendezvousing in Mt. Gretna to train and muster out for the Spanish-American War-1898. Soldiers Field: Opening Ceremony, soldiers’ camp, maneuvers, and scavenger hunt Hall of […]
Free Pop-up Archery Event – Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area
Middle Creek Wildlife Management AreaVisit Middle Creek at different times throughout the spring and summer and learn about archery during the free pop-up archery events! No prior experience is necessary to participate and instructors […]
Summer Kickoff
Hall of Philosophy, Mt. Gretna Gettysburg Avenue, Mt. GretnaKickoff Summer in Mt. Gretna right at this event! Stop by for info about Mt. Gretna organizations and summer events, stay for entertainment, food, and drink. Socialize with neighbors, meet […]
1st Annual Falcon Triathlon/Duathlon/Aquabike/Tri-Relay & Youth Triathlon
Cedar Crest High SchoolAll proceeds from the races support the Cedar Crest High School and Middle School Cross Country/ Track & Field Programs. Course Descriptions: (Begins at 8am, ages 13+) Triathlon: 300 yd. […]
National Trails Day Hike – Swatara State Park
Swatara State Park"Join us for an interpretive hike at Swatara State Park to celebrate National Trails Day! We’ll start our trek at the Trout Run trailhead, follow the Moonshine Trail, connect to […]
The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley – Gretna Theatre: Kids Series
Mt. Gretna Playhouse 200 Pennsylvania Ave., Mt. Gretna, United StatesStanley Lambchop is your ordinary, everyday, run-of-the-mill, ten-year-old: normal mom and dad, normal little brother, normal life. That's just the problem... for Stanley, life is too normal. He wants to […]
Gretna Music 4 Kids – Build an Organ
Hall of Philosophy, Mt. Gretna Gettysburg Avenue, Mt. GretnaYou may have built a bear or built with blocks and Legos, but have you ever built an organ? Help build a real pipe organ and then learn […]
Free Pop-up Archery Event – Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area
Middle Creek Wildlife Management AreaVisit Middle Creek at different times throughout the spring and summer and learn about archery during the free pop-up archery events! No prior experience is necessary to participate and instructors […]
Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus – Gretna Theatre: Kids Series
Mt. Gretna Playhouse 200 Pennsylvania Ave., Mt. Gretna, United StatesIt's not easy being the Pigeon-you never get to do ANYTHING! But when the Bus Driver has a crisis that threatens to make her passengers (gasp!) late, maybe that wily […]
Gretna Music 4 Kids – Drum Circle with Matthew Woodson
Hall of Philosophy, Mt. Gretna Gettysburg Avenue, Mt. GretnaIf you have a heartbeat, you can play drums. Matthew believes that, and he is on a mission to makes sure everyone else does, too. Drumming offers a […]
Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus – Gretna Theatre: Kids Series
Mt. Gretna Playhouse 200 Pennsylvania Ave., Mt. Gretna, United StatesIt's not easy being the Pigeon-you never get to do ANYTHING! But when the Bus Driver has a crisis that threatens to make her passengers (gasp!) late, maybe that wily […]
Gretna Music 4 Kids – Mr. Music Mondays
Hall of Philosophy, Mt. Gretna Gettysburg Avenue, Mt. GretnaIf you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands! Mr. Music of Pennsylvania PBS Kids, aka Lenny Tepsich, encourages everyone to join in as he performs favorite […]
Marian & Friends Ventriloquist – Gretna Theatre: Kids Series
Mt. Gretna PlayhouseNo longer a full-time teacher, Marian devotes herself to her family and her growing ventriloquist business. She performs at a variety of venues, including school assemblies and Artist in Residence […]
Gretna Music 4 Kids – Mr. Music Mondays
Hall of Philosophy, Mt. Gretna Gettysburg Avenue, Mt. GretnaIf you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands! Mr. Music of Pennsylvania PBS Kids, aka Lenny Tepsich, encourages everyone to join in as he performs favorite […]
The Life & Slimes of Marc Summers – Gretna Theatre
Mt Gretna PlayhouseMarc Summers is an icon of a generation. You may know him from his time hosting Nickelodeon's Double Dare and Food Network's Unwrapped, or as the Producer of hists like […]
Curious George: The Golden Meatball – Gretna Theatre Kids Series
Mt. Gretna PlayhouseAll You-Can-Eat Meatball Day came just once a year. George had been waiting all month for that day, a day almost bigger than his birthday! On Meatball Day, George helped […]
Animal Tracks & Traces – DCNR, Swatara State Park
Swatara State ParkPlay detective and explore the world of wildlife tracking. While most of our native mammals lead secretive nocturnal lives as they hunt for food and hide from predators, they often […]
Salamander Safari – DCNR, Swatara State Park
Swatara State Park"The cool wet area around our creek is perfect salamander habitat, meet at the Trout Run trailhead for an evening salamander search! We’ll start the program by talking about these […]
Royal Summer Bash – Warehouse 435
Warehouse 435 435 Willow St., Lebanon, PA, United StatesThis MAGICAL day will be filled with photos, singing, dancing, games, crafts, and meet & greets with your favorite characters! Ticket prices vary as there are different experience level packages […]