Strawberries take center stage as Country Creek Produce Farm invites families to kick off the sweet start of summer at its annual Strawberry Festival in Chambersburg. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 30 and June 6 at the farm, 3794 Etter Road, offering a full day of seasonal fun and treats. Guests can enjoy a $12 children’s wristband that includes access to a play area, farm animals, face painting from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and visits from the Franklin County Bookmobile from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The farm’s food shed will be open throughout the day, featuring homemade strawberry shortcake sundaes, ice cream, lemonade slushies and soft pretzels. The festival celebrates the peak of strawberry season while providing a family-friendly outing in a farm setting.
A patriotic soundtrack will set the tone for an early summer evening as the U.S. Navy Commodores Jazz Ensemble brings its signature blend of jazz and military pride to Hagerstown. The free “Red, White and Blue Concert” will take place from 6:15 to 8:15 p.m. Friday, May 29, at the Hagerstown Community College Alumni Amphitheater, 11400 Robinwood Drive, offering the public a chance to enjoy live music in a community setting. Hosted as part of a seasonal concert series, the performance aims to celebrate national spirit while providing accessible entertainment for all ages. No tickets are required, though concessions will be available and outside food and drinks are not permitted; attendees can find more information on the event’s Facebook page.
A four-legged storyteller is ready to steal the spotlight in Greencastle. Walter, the bookstore’s beloved French bulldog, will host a special story time reading one of his favorite books from 10 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 30, at Frenchie Tales Books & Gifts, 20 W. Baltimore St. The event invites children and families to enjoy a fun, engaging reading experience while meeting the shop’s canine mascot, promoting early literacy and community connection in a relaxed, pet-friendly setting.
Light and shadow take center stage in a new regional art exhibit opening in downtown Hagerstown. The Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association presents “Light & Shadows Provide Inspiration” at the Washington County Arts Council, 34 S. Potomac St., Suite 100, running May 28 through July 28, with gallery hours from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and free admission. The exhibit showcases works exploring contrast, depth and illumination across various media, offering visitors a visual study of how artists interpret light and form. An opening reception will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 30, with parking available at the A&E Parking Deck, 25 Renaissance Way.
Curious critters take center stage at Greenbrier State Park as visitors are invited to explore the world of insects up close during an “Insect ID Hike” led by a park naturalist on Saturday, May 30. The beginner-friendly program runs from 2 to 4 p.m. at the park, 21843 National Pike, Boonsboro, and features a roughly 1.2-mile walk around the lake to discover and identify the “creepy crawlies” that inhabit the area. Participants will meet at gazebo No. 1 in the day-use area near the volleyball court and should be prepared for some uneven terrain. The event aims to foster appreciation for local ecosystems and the often-overlooked insects that play a vital role in them.
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