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LETTER

From the Editor

THE NATURE AND NURTURE OF FRANKLIN COUNTY

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soundtrack of cicadas and katydids I started thinking about Franklin County as a whole, and how I would define it. There are areas with beautiful mountain views and bucolic farmsteads; there are burgeoning cityscapes that harken back to another era when churches were the tallest buildings in town, not skyscrapers built for business purposes. The things that make Franklin County such a wonderful place are indeed the same as they were for the prehistoric passersby some 9,000 years ago: the abundance of natural resources. As early European settlers situated themselves in what was to become Franklin County, they established farms and mills. Eventually schools and commerce were established as well as places to gather for the communities that were formed. Though Franklin County by no means looks the same as it did when the Tuscarora Indians passed through the area in the early 1700s during their northern migration, it still maintains the ability to sustain its people in a beautiful setting.

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with slowly shape and evolve us into the current iteration of who we are? The longer I ponder the question, the more I come to the cop-out conclusion that it’s a combination of the two. To pick the earlier analogy back up, that ‘66 Volkswagen Beetle rolled off the

here’s a professor who teaches philosophy at the University of California, Berkley by the name of Hubert Dreyfus who posts many of his lectures online for anyone to listen to. While many of the topics he touches on can get pretty heavy and go over my head (it’s philosophy after all), he mentioned in passing an anecdote about his early years teaching there when almost all of the student body drove Volkswagen Beetles. He said that the cars were so ubiquitous on campus that it was easier to tell them apart based on their flaws, than by the car itself. It was the proverbial chinks in the vehicle’s armor that defined them. This got me thinking about the defining characteristics of who we are. Which has a more prominent affectation on our character as people: what we experience, or what we don’t? Does the fact that I’ve never eaten shrimp, watched any of the Star Wars movies, or met a sitting president of the United States impact my character like living in New York City or New Orleans did? Do any of the accidental meetings of famous people add anything to my character? What has eating a steady diet of tofu and legumes done to me as an individual? Probably nothing of note, I’d argue. This can all be boiled down in a rudimentary form to the question of nature versus nurture. Are we born the people we become, or do life events and who we socialize

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VIEW of the VALLEY

AN ANCIENT VIEW

A VIEW FROM THE BRINK OF REVOLUTION When Fort Loudoun was completed as a regional supply fort, it was the southernmost of its kind in the line of defense along the base of the Appalachian Mountains. The fort served as an important post along the path of the Forbes expedition that successfully drove the French out of Fort Duquesne, and was a direct result and line of defense in the French and Indian War. It was built upon the abandoned grounds of Matthew Patton, whose home was destroyed in Indian raids. An archeological dig piloted by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission in the ‘70s and ‘80s uncovered a well which contained preserved leather shoe parts and wooden tools dating back to right around 1765 — they just don’t make ‘em like they used to. 1765 was also the year the Black Boys Rebellion forced British troops from the fort, and the same year the Stamp Act passed, which led to the first time Americans from all of the 13 colonies met to plan a common front against British taxation.

A COLONIAL VIEW The characteristics that sustained prehistoric people in Franklin County for thousands of years were indeed also reasons European settlers found this location appealing. They established roads shortly thereafter, and farming began in the area by the 1730s — which necessitated the need for mills to process grains, according to video reports filed at The State Museum of Pennsylvania in Harrisburg. Historical records show that when Colonel James Burd was commissioned to open a military supply route connecting Carlisle and Fort Duquesne — which is where downtown Pittsburgh is today — some paths were already established connecting Shippensburg to St. Thomas. When the French took over Fort Duquesne, it temporarily halted the progress of the supply route, but that only prompted the British’s dedication to establishing additional forts along the western frontier, which led to the construction of Fort Loudoun in 1756.

Life in Franklin County has a long (very, very long) history, and the county is awash in archeological sites with evidence to show that life here dates back thousands of years. In the 773 square miles encapsulated by county lines, there are a recorded 434 archeological sites in the Pennsylvania Site Survey files, which averages out to a site for every 1.175 square miles. What’s most interesting about these discoveries is that 58 percent of the sites for which dates could be determined were assigned to a time period that stretches from 1,700–9,000 years ago, according to a report submitted by Ecoscience, Inc. So, what exactly was it that drew prehistoric peoples to this area dating back as far as the Paleo-Indian Period? The Conococheague Creek — known today for its trout and bass fishing — has been a food source for millennia. The forests containing chestnut, elm, hickory, oak, and pine trees of the area provided shelter for bears, deer, turkeys, as well as other food sources like nuts and berries. And just as the county operates as a hub to this day, evidence shows that the raw materials of the Catoctin rhyolite quarries located along the border of Adams County were used heavily as far back as 9,500 years ago. The material from these quarries has been found in almost every county in the commonwealth.

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THE CITIZEN

Community

THE SEASONS OF FRANKLIN COUNTY Kelly Spinner has lived in Franklin County for more than 30 years with her husband, Hans, and son Lou — and a variety of furry friends. She retired from radio this past year and has entered into a new phase of her life working with the Franklin County Visitors Bureau. BY KELLY SPINNER pring, summer, winter, fall, Franklin County has it all. It’s true, you know! Each of our seasons here in our beloved county brings with it a beauty like no other. Each offers a distinct bucolic landscape — be it in the form of crisp yellows, vibrant greens, or snow-covered mountainsides. And it’s just not the beauty, but the things to see and do. Spring is a time of rebirth and renewal not only

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for the plants, trees, and our wildlife, but for us too! We find ourselves craving outdoor activities like hiking the trails, riding our bikes, grabbing our fishing gear and going to one of the great creeks and streams that dot our county. There are also oodles of beautiful nurseries and garden shops to bring color into our own backyards. Entertainment abounds. There’s the Totem Pole Playhouse beginning its

new season, Capitol Theatre’s Blues, Brews and Barbecue, and so many other events to keep us entertained. Looking forward lightens our hearts and brings us right in to summer. Warm days and long nights make a perfect combination for any outdoor activity. Whether you fancy a round of golf, kayaking, camping, skydiving, or just a family picnic at one of our great parks, we have no shortage of options. Don’t forget about visiting local historical areas, or how about simply enjoying a good book in a comfortable chair on your porch? After a breather, you can take part in so many of our summer festivals: Old Market Day, Destination Arts, Ft. Loudon Peach Festival, just to name a few. Before you know it, fall is knocking on our door. You may think things would start slowing down, but oh boy would you be wrong! Fall in Franklin County means apples and cider with pumpkins galore. It’s a great time to celebrate the harvest on the farms, with corn mazes, hayrides, pumpkin contests, and let’s not forget the fall festivals throughout our county that make for amazing family fun. Now with all the activities going on through spring, summer, and fall you may think that winter would be the down time of the seasons. Well, you’d be wrong! Franklin County is a winter wonderland, with plenty to see and do. There is skiing and tubing at Whitetail all winter long, and the last weekend of January is always reserved for the second largest ice fest in Pennsylvania, in downtown Chambersburg — replete with a Snowfall Ball, chili cook-off, and ice sculptures galore. And don’t forget your sweetie on Valentine’s Day! With all there is to see and do, before you know it we’re right back to spring. That’s life in Franklin County — where each season is like opening up a box of Cracker Jack — you don’t know what’s inside, but you know it’s gonna be good!

Calendar

Fall & Winter

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GREENCASTLE FIRST FRIDAYS

Greencastle Square, 5–8 p.m.

Every first Friday May through October in downtown Greencastle, local artists exhibit their work while businesses stay open late for public convenience. Enjoy live musical entertainment and activities for children. Each Friday is planned around a different theme, and there is no charge for admittance. For more information, call 717.597.4610, or visit www.firstfridaygreencastle.com.

OCTOBER

(3RD) WAYNESBORO MARKET DAY

Main Street, Waynesboro, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

MUTTS GONE NUTS

The Capitol Theatre, 159 S. Main St., Chambersburg, noon

This canine cabaret unleashes havoc and hilarity as mischievous mutts match wits with their human companions. This family-friendly performance features a dozen amazing rescued dogs and leaves audiences howling for more! For ticket prices and more information, call 717.263.0202, or visit www.thecapitoltheatre.org/liveshows.

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Crisp fall weather ushers in this allday event featuring live music, dancing demonstrations, sidewalk sales, Mad Anthony’s Chili Cook-off, children’s activities, and dozens of craft, specialty, and food vendors. Entries in the annual scarecrow contest will be displayed along Main Street lampposts. For more information, contact Andrea Struble at 717.762.0397 or andrea@waynesboro.org, or visit www.pa-vendors.com.

(3RD) DOWNTOWN CHAMBERSBURG OKTOBERFEST Downtown Chambersburg, New Texas Lunch parking lot, corner of West King and Hood streets, noon-5 p.m.

Enjoy German food, beer, and music in beer-hall style seating under the tent at this second annual festival. Receive a 16-ounce glass mug with admittance, too. Don’t miss the other great activities throughout the day, including the John H. Harmon Memorial 5K, the Duckie Dash Kid’s Fun Run, and Duck Derby. For ticket prices and more information, call Kimberly Clapper at 717.264.7101 ext. 212, or visit www.business.chambersburg.org.

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EVENTS

October 17

APPLEFEST

Downtown Chambersburg, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

This free event celebrates the main crop of South Central Pa., with over 100 art, craft, and food vendors along Main Street. Live entertainment at the Courthouse Plaza adds to the festive atmosphere. Apple related products, services, and contests are featured for this family-friendly fall festival. For more information, call 717.261.0072, or visit www.explorefranklincountypa.com.

OCT. 3, 10, & 17 NORTH SQUARE FARMERS MARKET 50 N. Main St., behind King Street Church, Chambersburg, 8 a.m.–noon

Chambersburg’s only open-air farmers market offers farm fresh, seasonal, and 100 percent locally grown produce. And it’s all in a fun, social atmosphere — complete with free kids’ activities, and live music from 9–11 a.m. And don’t miss the Pumpkin Palooza on Oct. 10. For more information, call 717.261.3275 ext. 7402, or visit www.northsquarefarmersmarket.com.

(17TH) MET LIVE IN HD: OTELLO Majestic Performing Arts Center, 25 Carlisle St., Gettysburg, 1 p.m.

Opening the MET season is a new staging of Verdi’s masterpiece Otello, conducted by Yannick Nézet-Séguin and directed by Bartlett Sher. The Met Opera HD Live is presented on the Majestic Theater’s giant screen complete with backstage interviews with the stars. For ticket prices and more information, call the box office at 717.337.8200, or visit www.gettysburgmajestic.org/calendar.

OCT. 19–NOV. 23 BALLROOM DANCE LESSONS

DANCING WITH THE CARS

Jennings Chevrolet showroom, 916 Norland Ave., Chambersburg, 7 p.m.–12 a.m.

Support the Women In Need Capital Campaign at this enjoyable benefit evening. Heavy hors d’oeuvres, live music, silent and live auctions, and, of course, dancing are all included. Tickets are $100 per person, and reserved tables are available. For more information, call 717.372.6660, or visit www.winservices.org.

(31ST) DROP THE _____ ! We hate to “drop the ball,” but the traditional way of ringing in the New Year with a ball drop is being phased out by quirky and creative drops in the region. Join a crowd of thousands in downtown Harrisburg to watch a lit strawberry descend from the Hilton. If fruit isn’t your thing, Dillsburg drops a dill pickle on the square, followed by fireworks. For the sweet tooth, Krumpe’s Donuts in Hagerstown, Md., sponsors a doughnut drop in the Public Square.

H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Grove Theater, 1871 Old Main Dr., Shippensburg; Beginner Class 5:30 p.m.; Advanced Class 6:30 p.m.

Seasoned dance instructor Frank Hancock will be teaching a six-class course on the Luhrs Center stage. Beginners will learn the Tango, Cha Cha, Swing, and Foxtrot, while advanced dancers will learn the Mambo, Two-Step, Waltz, and Rumba. Both singles and couples are welcome. To register, call the box office at 717.477.7469, or visit www.luhrscenter.com.

Anchors away in Shippensburg where the traditional town symbol is moored. In remembrance of the once-booming shoe manufacturing industry, Palmyra drops a giant shoe in the town square. At the Old Sled Works on North Market Street, Duncannon celebrates the wintery season by dropping a 10-foot sled. Mechanicsburg adds its twist to New Years by dropping a wrench on Main Street to celebrate the borough’s founders — mechanics. Each of these events is family friendly and features a wide variety of entertainment for midnight revelers.

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Majestic Performing Arts Center, 25 Carlisle St., Gettysburg, 8 p.m.

Fresh from their first Broadway run, a charismatic collection of dancers, musicians, and vocalists with their trunk full of tap shoes, funky costumes, and big brass instruments deliver a potent mix of rapid-fire tap, sidesplitting humor, and infectious grooves. For the pre-show dinner and further details, visit www.gettysburgmajestic.org/calendar.

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Whitetail Ski Resort, 13805 Blairs Valley Rd., Mercersburg, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

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Usher in the fall season for a weekend of family fun at this 15th annual festival. Live entertainment, a ski and board swap, and a car and truck show are just some of the events. Admission includes kids’ activities, paintball and archery target shoots, fishing, snowmaking tours, chairlift rides, and more. For admission rates and the full schedule, visit www.skiwhitetail.com.

NOVEMBER

DUO PIANISTS

Majestic Performing Arts Center, 25 Carlisle St., Gettysburg, 7:30 p.m.

Piano virtuosos Yaron Kohlberg and Bishara Haroni are the pre-eminent pianists of their generation in their respective homelands: Israel and Palestine. Whether playing two grand pianos nestled together or sharing the same keyboard, Kohlberg and Haroni perform with finesse and energy. For ticket prices and more information, call the box office at 717.337.8200, or visit www.gettysburgmajestic.com/calendar.

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(6–8TH, 13–15TH) THE WIZARD OF OZ Chambersburg Community Theater, Inc., 159 S. Main St., Chambersburg

This delightful musical adaptation of The Wizard of Oz is sure to entertain all ages. When Dorothy Gale finds herself over the rainbow in another world, she and her friends search for their hearts’ desires and defeat the Wicked Witch of the West. For more information, call 717.263.3900, or visit www.cctonline.org.

ST. ANDREW SCHOOL CHRISTMAS BAZAAR

St. Andrew School Hall, 213 E. Main St., Waynesboro, 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

Shop a wide variety of handcrafted items including home décor, gifts, hand-sewn clothing, jewelry, pet items, cards, ornaments, wreaths, and more. There will also be a quilt raffle and homemade soup for lunch. For more information, contact Peg Wagaman at: dre@standrewwbo.org or 717.762.1914, or visit www.pa-vendors.com. (7TH) GREENCASTLE CHRISTMAS CRAFT BAZAAR Green Grove Center, 1032 Buchanan Trail E., Greencastle

Do all your Christmas shopping at Green Grove’s annual bazaar with local artisans and crafters, baked goods, and barn woods. Find something special for that special someone. For more information, call 717.597.0800, or visit www.greengrovegardens.com.

(12TH, 18TH, 19TH; DEC. 3RD, 9TH, 10TH) A COUNTRY GOSPEL CHRISTMAS The Pennsylvania Opry, 23 W. Seminary St., Mercersburg, 2 p.m.

Celebrate the reason for the season with The Pennsylvania Opry’s favorite show of the year. A set of country gospel followed by a set of Christmas country classics will have you singing all season long. Tickets are $39. For more information, call 717.328.5959, or visit www.paopry.com.

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Totem Pole Playhouse, A Christmas Carol will make you rediscover the magic of the Christmas spirit. For tickets, show times, and more information, call 717.337.8200, or visit www.gettysburgmajestic.org.

LE PETIT CIRQUE DE NOEL

The Capitol Theatre, 159 S. Main St., Chambersburg, 7 p.m.

Nov. 20–21

YULETIDE TREE LIGHTING AND PARADE

Center Square, Downtown Waynesboro

Watch the illumination of the Christmas tree with live entertainment, Santa’s elves, hot chocolate, horse-drawn sleigh rides, and more from 6:30–8:30 p.m. On the 21st, Santa Claus arrives during the holiday parade at 2 p.m. For more information, visit www.mainstreetwaynesboro.org.

Baltimore, Franklin, and Carlisle streets, Downtown Greencastle, 11 a.m.–3 p.m.

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ANNUAL HERITAGE MARKETPLACE

Reminiscent of an old-world German marketplace, the lights, music, and food aromas make this a festive shopping adventure. In addition to retail shops, specialty vendors will be offering an array of homemade products and foods. For more information and a list of events, call the Greencastle-Antrim Chamber of Commerce at 717.597.4610, or visit www.explorefranklincountypa.com.

CHRISTMAS PARADE

Downtown Chambersburg, 6:30–8:30 p.m.

Everyone loves the annual tradition of watching the Christmas Parade make its way down the streets and light up the town. Welcome Santa into town and help him light the tree, too. For more information, call 717.261.0072, or visit www.downtownchambersburgpa.com.

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BAND OF THE ROYAL MARINES

Majestic Performing Arts Center, 25 Carlisle St., Gettysburg, 7:30 p.m.

H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Grove Theater, 1871 Old Main Dr., Shippensburg, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.

With a jillion tips, tricks, and tripups, Junie B. shares her expertise and shows us all how school is sometimes scary, sometimes super-fun, and always something to sing about. An all-new musical adventure based on Barbara Park's popular book, this program is for audiences in grades K-5. For more information and ticket prices, call 717.477.7469, or visit www.luhrscenter.com.

Resplendent in their colorful uniforms, two of Her Royal Majesty’s regimental bands will muster a performance of fanfares, marches, light classics, and traditional tunes, all while executing intricate marching maneuvers. For the pre-show dinner, contact Nicole Suski at 717.259.9535. For ticket prices and more information, call 717.337.8200, or visit www.gettysburgmajestic.org.

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Downtown Chambersburg

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The only all-kid, humanitarian cirque company in the world, Le Petit Cirque is comprised of pro-level children ages 7–14 who are some of the best in aerial/circus arts and prodigies in dance, music, karate, and singing. For ticket pricing and more information, call 717.263.0202, or visit www.thecapitoltheatre.org/liveshows.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Majestic Performing Arts Center, 25 Carlisle St., Gettysburg, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.

After returning to the stage last year, this holiday favorite will be bigger and better than ever in its new home at the Majestic Theater. Still performed by

Chambersburg’s IceFest will begin its four-day event with the official ribboncutting ceremony along with more than 70 sculptures featured by DiMartino Ice. Other events include live carving, ballroom dancing at the Snowfall Ball, a chili cook-off, the Polar Dunk Plunge, a 40-foot long ice slide, cake viewing and tasting at Icing on the Cake, and a scavenger hunt on Main Street.

THE FUTURIST: ADAM TRENT

The Capitol Theatre, 159 S. Main St., Chambersburg, 7 p.m.

Described as Justin Timberlake meets David Copperfield by GP4T Magazine, Adam Trent is a witty, fun, and surprising magician who keeps his audience guessing and entertained. For tickets, call 717.263.0202, or visit www.thecapitoltheatre.org/liveshows.

FEBRUARY

A NITE AT THE RACES

Green Grove Gardens, 1032 Buchanan Trail E., Greencastle, 7–10 p.m.

The Greater Waynesboro Chamber of Commerce and Mainstreet team up to bring you horse races, prizes, dinner, and a silent auction featuring prizes from local businesses. Music

and a hat contest round out this memorable evening. For sponsorship and ticket information, visit www.mainstreetwaynesboro.org, email admin@waynesboro.org, or call 717.762.7123.

MARCH

A NIGHT OF BLUES

The Capitol Theatre, 159 S. Main St., Chambersburg, 7 p.m.

Enjoy jazz, blues, and soul-searching tunes at the Capitol Theatre for a night featuring three bands: Ray Fuller, Moondog Medicine Show, and Terry Oates & The Mudcats. All tickets are $13. For ticket orders, call 717.263.0202, or visit www.thecapitoltheatre.org/liveshows.

Celebrate the school of music during an evening with a scrumptious dinner, dancing to live music, and bidding on both silent and live auction items. For more information, call 717.261.1220, or visit www.cvsmusic.org.

ELEGANT DINNER DANCE

Cumberland Valley School of Music, 1015 Philadelphia Ave., Chambersburg, 5:30–11 p.m.

38TH ANNUAL CHAMBERSBURG HALF MARATHON

Chambersburg Area Middle School South, 1151 E. McKinley St., Chambersburg, 7–11:30 a.m.

The 38th annual half marathon draws a diverse group of runners each year, including Olympic hopefuls. The course runs through rolling country roads and a few challenging hills, and all those who complete it receive a finisher’s medal. For the schedule and race rules, contact Race Director Tim Fisler at 717.496.7431, or visit www.chamberhalf.com.

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LEADING SURGEON PERFORMS MORE THAN 200 ROBOTIC PROCEDURES David Shaun Bryant of Summit Surgical Group in Chambersburg recently completed more than 230 robotic procedures, making him one of the highest volume Robotic General Surgeons in the state. Dr. Bryant began using the da Vinci Si robotic surgical system in August 2013 for procedures such as single site gallbladder removal, ventral/incisional hernias, and inguinal hernias. “I like working with the robot because it allows me greater control and flexibility,” he

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said in a press release. “This is the direction surgery is heading. It’s making a lot more sense as an option because it’s minimally invasive.” Surgery with the robotic system provides all the same benefits as traditional open and laparoscopic surgery, but with a better patient experience, Dr. Bryant explained. Patients not only get home faster, but they also experience less pain and scarring. He also noted that this is a team achievement stating that the input and dedication from the operating room nurses and technicians are important to the program’s success.

DOCTOR ENCOURAGES RELIEF EFFORTS IN NEPAL fter two major earthquakes in Nepal earlier this year killed, injured, and displaced thousands of people, Dr. Narayan Neupane of Summit Pulmonology in Chambersburg has been helping to provide relief to his home country. “That’s my home. I grew up in Nepal; my sisters still live there, my family lives there,” he said in a press release. Dr. Neupane encouraged friends who are medical doctors to travel to Nepal to volunteer their services, and he sent boxes of medical supplies, including

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first aid kits, dressing kits, and bandages. Now he is encouraging residents to make financial donations through two Nepal-based organizations that are providing relief. Tax-deductible donations can be made online at www.sebsonline.org and www.gorkhafoundation.org. Additionally, Dr. Neupane is working with the Chambersburg Hospital Department of Pastoral Services to plan a medical mission trip to Nepal, which is tentatively scheduled for spring 2016.

BACK ON THE BIG SCREEN he Waynesboro T Theatre is set to reopen Oct. 1 after an extensive renovation and restoration project began mid-summer. The Waynesboro Community Theater Project, Inc. formed a nonprofit corporation to raise funds to take over the ownership and restoration of the movie theatre on 15 W. Main St. After an extensive amount of work is completed, the facility will be leased to High Rock Holdings, operators of Leitersburg Cinemas in Washington County, Md. The one-screen theater opened in 1970, but has been closed since December 2014. The renovations have been estimated to cost $450,000–$500,00, and the restored theater will include about 200 new seats, a renovated lobby and concession area, and stateof-the-art projection and sound systems. To support the goal of bringing movies back to Main Street, make a donation or purchase a seat for the price of $250 at www.mainstreetwaynesboro. org. For updates, check out The Waynesboro Community Theatre Project Facebook page.

The Future of Technology in Waynesboro ebuted Aug. 28 in Waynesboro, Destination INNOVATION explores the past, present, and future of the area’s creativity, imagination, and design as they relate to technology. At its initial public presentation, Destination INNOVATION featured demonstrations and interactive displays of 3D printing, robotics, electric vehicles, drones, a ShopBot

CNC Router, solar panels, and other technologies, as well as examples of products being manufactured by local industries. Located in the Wayne Building at 90 W. Main St., permanent exhibits are intended to be educational and provide an opportunity for people of all ages to view current technologies. The project is a continuation of the Arts

Alliance of Greater Waynesboro’s Destination ARTS!, which was acknowledged at the Pennsylvania Downtown Center’s 2015 Townie Awards Gala in Lancaster in June. Destination ARTS! won an award for “Asset Enhancement” for their work in transforming formerly vacant storefronts in Waynesboro’s downtown district into full-scale art galleries. The Destination INNOVATION exhibit will be open the same hours as Destination ARTS! — Fridays from 5–8 p.m., Saturdays from noon–6 p.m., and Sundays from 1–4 p.m.

RAISE YOUR GLASS uscarora Mountain Winery in Chambersburg won several medals at three regional and international wine competitions this summer. Their “J” won them a silver medal in the Shiraz/Syrah category of the Finger Lakes International Wine Competition – which had 3,700 competing wines from all 50 U.S. states, six Canadian provinces, and 27 countries. Also, the winery’s sauvignon blanc and Rifle Man Red were awarded bronze medals. At the Tasters Guild Wine Competition, their Blueberry Buckle, Harvest Moon, and cabernet sauvignon won silver. And at the PA Wine Contest, the winery was recognized for its Granny Smith Apple wine, winning a silver medal. Tuscarora Mountain Winery is located at 25 Lincoln Way West, and offers the flavors of Franklin County’s fresh fruits in their wines. For their tasting room and store hours, visit www.tuscaroramtwinery.com.

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SAVE A VET, SAVE A PET Operation Save-A-Vet, Save-A-Pet is the newest project under the Franklin County Veterans Affairs Association dedicated to helping veterans with service-related disabilities. The program is partnering with trainer Helen Nolan Carlson who owns and operates Good Dog Training School in Greencastle and has been dog training for over 36 years. Service dogs are highly valuable to assist veterans with all types of disabilities, including diabetes,

seizure and psychiatric disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, stability, and traumatic brain injury. Dogs from local rescues, shelters, and a few select breeding lines go through a rigorous yearlong, threephase training program to be paired with a veteran. Thanks to donations and a grant from the Pennsylvania Veterans’ Trust Fund, the veteran is not responsible for any training costs or other dog-related expenses while the dog is in training.

FIVE YEARS OF RIDING AGAINST BREAST CANCER

ranklin County Century F Ride held by the Franklin County Cyclists

Local 9-1-1 Dispatcher Awarded for Excellent Service reg Cerrone, a dispatcher from Franklin County DES, was nationally recognized for his excellence in handling 9-1-1 emergency calls. Out of 40 finalists of 9-1-1 call takers and dispatchers, Greg was voted a Northeast Regional Honoree in the fourth annual Smart Telecommunicator Awards in April. He was one of three other regional winners and a national winner. The award recognizes 9-1-1 telecommunicators for leadership, performance, compassion for callers, ability to inspire coworkers, and overall contributions to their Public Safety Answering Points.

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According to the nomination submitted, Greg received a call reporting a person sending suicidal messages on Facebook and was able to help response units locate the person and transport the individual for treatment of an overdose. “Greg's dedication to public safety is exemplary, and we're proud of the way he utilized the full capabilities of the 9-1-1 system to save someone's life," Commissioner and Board Chairman Dave Keller said. Each regional winner was able to donate $500 to his or her charity of choice, and Greg chose the Drew Michael Taylor Foundation to receive the donation.

(FCF) was held June 20, and this year they raised more than $10,000 to support and educate women confronting breast cancer. More than 227 bicyclists rode for the cause, which drew folks from the other side of the border who came down from Canada to race. The members of the FCF fittingly donated the proceeds during an event held at the shade pavilion at Grove Cancer Center’s Healing Garden on July 28. The pavilion was built using funds from the previous year’s century ride. Laura Umbrell of the Rhonda Brake Shreiner Women’s Center and Sharon Brosious of the Cumberland Valley Breast Care Alliance were each presented with $5,000 checks.

New Emergency Notification Service esidents in the South Central Pennsylvania region have been strongly encouraged to register their contact information with the South Central Task Force to receive important, emergency alerts. Emergency Management Agencies have been implementing a new emergency notification service for eight counties â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Lancaster, Lebanon, Perry, and York. Residents and businesses can be notified of emergency situations or important alerts on their cell phones, home and work phones, and by text message and email. Many residents and businesses have already been added to the list through White and Yellow Pages information. However, this information only provides a single contact phone number. If you wish to receive alerts on a phone other than whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s listed in the White or Yellow pages or via email or text, sign up at www.sctfpa.org/sc-alert.php. Up to five locations can be registered to receive alerts.

Visit Downtown Chambersburg, a mix of culture, past and present, a unique and exciting destination! STORES WITH PERSONALITY: Engaging shops and boutiques, browser friendly bookstores and galleries, something for everyone! A VARIETY OF RESTAURANTS & COFFEE SHOPS: Dining choices include: Mexican s Italian s American s Greek s Chinese s Dominican s Salvadorian s Korean

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A FARM, AN ARTISTS’ STUDIO, AND A PIG NAMED TULIP The owners of a former glass gallery open a studio for artisans in a unique setting.

BY FRANCES J. FOLSOM

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We create because we love it right now and we need a creative outlet as part of who we are. I am not sure what we would be like without creating…it is stress relief.

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he Garage Studios, which opened its doors Labor Day weekend, is the proverbial new kid on the block in Chambersburg. But don’t look for it on a downtown block. Off of Route 30 East there’s a country road with a babbling creek running alongside it and a small farm with chickens, a rooster, and a pig named Tulip. The Garage Studios is the workplace and home of Jennifer and Tom Davis. Yes, it is in the middle of nowhere, but once inside you will realize that The Garage Studios is worth the drive. What began as an outlet for the duo to share their

artistic creations has expanded to a studio highlight work from numerous local artists. An Artistic Journey Anyone familiar with the local art scene might recognize Jennifer and Tom from their former downtown shop, TJ Gallery Glass. Both learned glass blowing and beading from local artists. Several years ago Jennifer gifted Tom a glass blowing class with Joel Bless of Gaslight Studios in St. Peters Village. It only took one class and he was hooked. Seeing how much Tom loved it, Jennifer started taking classes too.

To create their works of art, the tip of a blowpipe is first preheated, and then dipped into molten glass, which is gathered by a spinning motion. The glass is then rolled on the marver â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a sheet of steel â&#x20AC;&#x201D; to develop the initial shape. Once the exterior is slightly cooled, air is blown into the pipe to create a bubble. It is then possible to add more of the molten glass to create a larger piece. Once the size is set, the bottom is completed, and the molten glass is attached to an iron rod to shape an opening. Temperatures of the raw materials can range from as high as 2,400 degrees Fahrenheit at the onset of the process.

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Some of the Davises you may meet upon a visit to The Garage Studios include (from left) Mindy the dog, Tom, Jennifer, and one of their daughters Maggie, who holds Gladys the chicken.

The bead making came about when they had their downtown gallery. They were looking for something small to do with glass that didn’t take a lot of time. Jennifer hit on beadwork so she went online and purchased a book on the craft. It was step-by-step learning in the beginning before she took classes with local bead maker Kristen Fay-Tayor. In addition to creating beautiful necklaces, Jennifer says, “I will never stop making earrings. I allow myself to make beads as I want and craft the earrings from there. I don’t really have an agenda when I make the beads; I am never successful when I do. I always make for my mood.” Stumbling Blocks Lead to New Opportunities When TJ Gallery Glass opened in 2003, there were 17 artists. Over a span of four years that number quadrupled. Realizing their need for more space, Jennifer and Tom made the tough decision to close the shop with the intention of reopening in

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larger quarters. Since closing the gallery in 2007, stumbling blocks prevented Jennifer and Tom from realizing their dream of a working studio where they lived. A major factor was the changes in the local economy. Jennifer explains, “We were unsure about opening again and, if we could, would we be successful. After a long debate we decided to do arts and crafts shows instead.” Doing these shows worked out well — they met other artists, made some great connections, and the shows fit into their schedules since they both have full-time careers with Summit Health. “Our careers allow us to afford to be artists that make what we want,” Jennifer says. “We create because we love it right now and we need a creative outlet as part of who we are. I am not sure what we would be like without creating…it is stress relief.” The New Studio Jennifer describes the move and opening of the new studio, saying, “As the glass blowing took off we needed

bigger equipment and we wanted to live where we worked. We tried to find a location in our wonderful downtown but we could not find just the right spot. We think it was because we were able to find the space where we are now. It is really a perfect place.” The Garage Studios is a collaborative of Jennifer and Tom, and artists Christa Chisholm and Erin Gillespie who co-own Junk and Disorderly — a downtown pop-up shop that upcycles finds from flea markets and antique stores. Since they work in different genres it has turned out to be a good fit. Jennifer and Tom want to work where they live while Christa and Erin were looking for a permanent home. The huge expanse of the garage gives an organic feel to the space. The main bay measures 1,700 square feet — ideal for the huge furnace and other equipment Jennifer and Tom need for blowing glass. There are two additional bays for use as more space is needed. Getting everything together has been a group effort of family members and friends pitching in to help clean, paint, and organize. Joining The Garage Studios are 18 local artisans chosen from an open house held on the farm this summer, working in watercolors, two dimensional art, hand spun fiber, pottery, jewelry, embroidery tiles, and woodcrafts. The overall design of The Garage Studios is an open floor concept allowing visitors to get an upclose look at local artisans during their creative process. And since the studio is on a farm with a creek and a pig named Tulip, that makes it all the better.

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or those on the path to improving their lifestyles and eating habits, it can sometimes be a long and lonely journey.

When your family, friends, neighbors, and coworkers not only support you, but join you on the road to eating and living healthy, it can make a huge difference.

When your family, friends, neighbors, and coworkers not only support you, but join you on the road to eating and living healthy, though, it can make a huge difference, according to Elizabeth George, M.D., a family physician in Mercersburg since 1980. “When you’re doing it as a group, you’re sharing ideas, experiences, challenges, successes, and it just works. It’s remarkable,” says Dr. George. “It’s a lot different than going online and trying to find recipes and trying new things on your own.” That’s the idea behind the Healthy Eating Adventure (HEA) program that Dr. George created in 2010 as part of the Mercersburg Area Council for Wellness (MACWell), a nonprofit organization that encourages physical activity, nutritious eating habits, and a balanced lifestyle among Mercersburg area residents. The eating habits of local residents are of particular concern to Dr. George, who is board president for MACWell. “I’ve noticed an upswing in obesity and Type 2 diabetes among the people and the youngsters in our community, and that’s going on throughout the country,” she says. Indeed, according to the 2012 Summit Health Community Health Needs Assessment, obesity rates in Franklin County increased consistently between 1996 and 2012, and diabetes is listed as one of the top five preventable conditions. Franklin County also scored poorly in the nutrition department, with nearly 80 percent of adults not eating the recommended five servings of fruits and vegetables a day. Seeking a solution that could have a community-wide impact, Dr. George created the HEA program to offer a road map and support network that people in Franklin County and beyond can use to improve their overall health by transforming their eating habits. It starts with a 28-day community-based challenge that’s designed to immerse participants into a lifestyle based on a whole-food, plantbased diet excluding animal-based products and limiting processed foods, fats, sodium, and sugar.

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The recipe for this kale and blueberry cake can be found in The Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease Cookbook.

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“It’s really incredible the changes that healthy eating can make,” Dr. George says. “And this program is different than others in that you kind of take it on all at once. I think for some people that’s what works because how you get rid of addictions and old habits is just by banishing them.”

Creating Community-Wide Change Dr. George says she was inspired to start HEA after reading the book The Engine 2 Diet by Rip Esselstyn, a former triathlete and firefighter who taught his fellow firefighters how to cook and eat a heart-healthy, whole-food, plantbased diet. In fact, Dr. George liked his approach so much that she invited him to help her create a similar program with a small group in Franklin County; thus, the HEA program was born. Today, the program offers three 28-day adventures a year at various locations around the county. Each adventure begins with a kick-off event featuring a whole-food and plantbased meal and a presentation by Dr. George to explain how the program works. Each participant then is partnered with a coach and given materials to guide them through the challenge. They also attend a kitchen makeover seminar where they get tips on what to buy at the grocery store, how to read nutritional labels, and how to keep cooking simple. Throughout each adventure, participants meet weekly for a potluck meal to share their experiences, ask questions, offer support and motivation, and of course, try each other’s tasty and nutritious dishes. “It’s really amazing to see the creativity in the dishes

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that people bring,” says Elizabeth Grant, program manager and a coach for HEA. “You can’t eat out and have food this good.” Participants measure the physical effects of the diet by getting blood tests to check their total cholesterol, LDL and HDL cholesterol, triglycerides, and glucose levels before they start the adventure, after the 28 days, and six months later. They also have their weight and blood pressure checked. “The empowering aspect of this program is that your dietary choices really do influence your health,” says Elizabeth, whose total cholesterol dropped 40 points during her first adventure back in 2013. “And to be able to see that directly is pretty phenomenal for people.” There’s no cost to participate in an adventure; participants pay only for the cost of their meals at the kick-off and graduation events, plus any books they purchase for recommended reading. Costs for the health screenings are covered by a grant that HEA received from the Summit Endowment, according to Elizabeth.

Eat For Your Health HEA participants include people who want to optimize their overall health and fitness, as well as those with medical conditions that can be helped by dietary and lifestyle changes. “Some might be on the verge of having to take medications for conditions such as hypertension, hyperlipidemia, or diabetes,” says Dr. George. “Others might be people struggling with their weight or those who’ve had heart attacks or strokes and don’t want another one.”

“The empowering aspect of this program is that your dietary choices really do influence your health. And to be able to see that directly is pretty phenomenal for people.” —Elizabeth Grant, program manager and coach for HEA

For BJ Reed, HEA has had a lasting, positive impact on her life. Now an HEA coach and the author of On Target With Coach BJ— a cookbook of plant-based vegan recipes — BJ says she had been taking blood pressure medication for 10 years and had been diagnosed as pre-diabetic when she participated in the program’s first adventure back in 2010. “In a short time I was off all the medication, and I still am,” she says. “My objective was never to lose weight — I was never that overweight so much as on the verge — but over the years I’ve lost 30 pounds.” Elizabeth says she noticed a distinct change in her energy levels during her adventure. “I tend to be a high or low energy kind of person — I’m either going, going, going or just crashed,” she says. “But it gave me more of a balanced energy where I felt like I had enough energy to get me through the day without coming home exhausted and wiped out.”

indigestion is gone. It’s just incredible.” The results of the program have been Elizabeth George so impressive that the HEA program has been adopted by several other communities including Yuma County, Arizona, and at a senior center near Harrisburg, Pa. HEA offers a Community Adventure Planning Program DVD as a guide to help communities start their own healthy eating adventures. “I think if it works here, it can work anywhere,” Dr. George says.

A Li felong Adventure Despite the benefits of HEA’s recommended diet, sticking to it after the 28-day adventure can be an additional challenge for some people. But whether they follow the diet afterward or not, the program is still a valuable learning opportunity. “A lot of people experience success and stick with it,” Dr. George says. “Of course there are others who might fall back into old habits, but you can’t go through the 28 days without really learning how to cook and use spices and make healthy food.” For BJ, sticking with the whole-food, plant-based diet over the last five years has been easy. “The food is wonderful,” she says. “And I get to eat more than I ever did on any ‘diet,’ because this isn’t a diet. It’s a lifestyle.” The next Healthy Eating Adventure in Franklin County is being hosted by the Penn National Golf Course Community from mid-January through midFebruary 2016.

At the end of each adventure, participants come together one final time to share their experiences over a meal after their graduation ceremony. “It’s amazing to hear people’s stories at the end, because they all feel great, they have great energy, and they’re sleeping better,” Dr. George says. “Some people say they feel less stressed, or, you know, my

Healthy Eating Adventure www.healthyeatingadventure.org eatforthehealthofit@gmail.com 717.352.3046 Mercersburg Area Council for Wellness www.mac4wellness.org mac4wellness@gmail.com

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>SPOTLIGHT< greencastle A STRONG HISTORY AND COMMUNITY BOND MAKE DOWNTOWN RIFE WITH REASONS AND PLACES TO EXPLORE.

>BY BETH ROWLAND< PHOTOS BY TURNER PHOTOGRAPHY STUDIO

NEED A LITTLE BREATHER — A MENTAL HEALTH DAY PERHAPS — BUT DON’T HAVE THE TIME FOR A LONG TRIP TO SOMEWHERE FUN? Well, how about a “day-cation” right here in your own backyard? In the heart of Greencastle, the area surrounding what’s called “the square” (even though it’s actually a circle) offers a full range of activities for a day tripper’s delight. Many of the attractions are within easy walking distance of each other, but you may end up moving your car a few times to see them all. Many of the attractions offer town maps so pick one up at your first stop. A CHRONICLE OF THE ORIGINS AND ARCHITECTURE Founded in 1782 by John Allison and named after the scenic Irish fishing port of Greencastle, in County Donegal, the town is one of Pennsylvania’s most historic communities. In fact, the entire Greencastle Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The historic designation includes 346 buildings, and two contributing sites in the German Reformed and Lutheran churches’ cemeteries. The majority of the buildings are residential, along with a handful of commer-

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cial buildings that date from the late 18th century to early 20th century. The architecture includes excellent examples of Classical Revival, Second Empire, and Federal styles, with many other residential adaptations, including American Foursquare, Queen Anne, and Gothic Revival. If architecture is your bag, direct your eyes to the northwest corner of the square where you’ll find the Italianate-styled First National Bank building with the easy-to-spot Town Clock perched atop dating back to either 1872 or 1874 depending on your source. It’s also worth noting the Brendle Building (built in 1914) on the south side of East Baltimore Street for its striking brick construction and embellishments. That same imposing style can be found at the nearby Antrim House, and the Highline

Train Station located where Baltimore and Jefferson streets meet. The Mitchell-Shook House (circa 1800) on Leitersburg Street is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Now a private residence, it’s still worth a drive-by to see its beautiful limestone construction in the Federal style. For more history, stop by the Allison-Antrim Museum on Ridge Avenue (between Baltimore and Leitersburg streets), directly across from Greencastle-Antrim High School. The museum’s Greek revival red brick building is a historical treasure itself. Built by Alexander L. Irwin in the 1860s, it was called “Walnut Hill” during its days of acting as a residence. The home stayed in the family for over 73 years until, with the death of Irwin’s last

regular special events and exhibits on a wide range of topics. A full list can be found at www.greencastlemuseum.org.

In fact, the entire Greencastle Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

surviving child Sarah Annie, it was willed to the United Presbyterian Church. After a series of owners and renters, the property was purchased by the museum in 1998. The museum’s collection includes items ranging from artwork to household

items from the 1700s with extensive Civil War-related artifacts, all telling the story of Greencastle-Antrim Township history. Regular hours for the museum are weekdays only, noon– 4 p.m., but reservations can be made for other times. The Allison Antrim Museum also has

WINDOW-SHOPPING SPREE Greencastle boasts “Greencastle Shopkeepers,” a unique group of small merchants — all, as it happens, owned by women — dedicated to providing visitors and locals with a delightful shopping experience — and this they surely do! Inner Beauty, located at 11 E. Baltimore St. offers upscale women’s clothing in a beautiful shop located in what was once a private residence and later the town’s post office. One room celebrates Audrey Hepburn and is full of wonderful deals — most 50 percent off the original price. Next door, Joyful Arts Studio (subject of a full article in the inaugural edition of frank.) is a cheerful, uplifting shop with walls covered with owner Susan Shaffer’s colorful artwork. The shop also offers classes in art and jewelry making. A few blocks away at 27 S. Carlisle St., Crown Vetch Cottage has the charm of a cozy country cottage, with home décor, antiques, and jewelry. They have also made the recent addition of a tasting room for dips and yummy treats. Around the corner, The Traveler’s Trunk is filled with antiques, repurposed and vintage items, and, of course, traveler’s trunks, refurbished and restored for new life. The Up Scale Consignment Shop, just across the way at 22 W. Franklin St., has a wide array of household goods including seasonal items, kids’ clothing in all sizes, and men and women’s gently used clothing items. The evening and “dressy dress” area alone is worth the trip.

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One block off Baltimore Street, at 45 S. Washington St., Penny Lane is a delightful mix of home décor items and antiques, including toys and furniture. There’s also a full line of soaps, bath balms, and lotions made by owner Tracy Ziadeh under the Penny Lane label. The Shop, located at 144 E. Baltimore St. is a joy to wander, with three rooms downstairs and five upstairs, all full of unique decorative items and collectibles, including antique clothing and linens. There are other shops, large and small, in the heart of Greencastle. In fact, you might say that if you can’t find it here, it probably doesn’t exist — or you just didn’t need it anyway!

Of all Greencastle’s events, though, it is Heritage Christmas that brings the most visitors to the town...

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DINING Within the heart of Greencastle are a number of restaurants, with enough variety to meet anyone’s taste and budget. The Highline Restaurant & Railway Lounge located at 101 W. Baltimore St. offers an upscale approach to American cuisine, inspired by fresh, local ingredients. El Sombrero located at 25 W. Franklin St. is decorated in bright cheerful colors, and combines an extensive menu of Mexican dishes with great customer service. Pure and Simple, located at 164 E. Baltimore St. prepares fresh, healthy, and delicious foods in a café atmosphere. And, they also offer the services of a certified natural health professional and naturopathic doctor to guide clients to better health. EVENTS AND FESTIVALS Downtown Greencastle is the setting for several fun events throughout the year. Community First Fridays from May to October are a partnership between businesses and local artists that includes live entertainment and

activities for kids as well as the opportunity to purchase arts and crafts. Revelers can also look forward to the third annual Greencastle Craft Beer Festival which will be held in late April 2016. This rapidly growing event includes over 50 craft beers as well as a cigar retailer. The Triennial Greencastle-Antrim Old Home Week began in 1902, and, according to organizers, is listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as the longest running town reunion in the world, welcoming former residents of the town to reunite with current residents. Visitors are also welcome to participate in the week’s activities that include a parade, a pageant, and a cantata. The 39th triennial event will be held Aug. 6–13, 2016. Check out www.oldhomeweek.org for more details. Of all Greencastle’s events, though, it is Heritage Christmas that brings the most visitors to the town, with activities that begin in early November. Throughout the holiday season, there are horse-drawn carriage rides, a gorgeous community tree in the Square, Christmas cookies and hot chocolate — everything to get anyone in the Christmas spirit. For many, it’s the Christmas Parade, held the Saturday before Thanksgiving that signals all the best about the holiday season in Greencastle. Presented by VerStandig Broadcasting, the parade begins promptly at 9:21 a.m. (The company’s WNUZ-FM is located at 92.1 FM on the radio dial) and over 75 fire stations, schools, boy and girl scouts, businesses and organizations, horses (and even goats last year) participate, along with a certain jolly gentleman from the North Pole who finishes the parade. Santa then leaves a large mailbox at the square for children to post their letters to him throughout December.

While not in the heart of downtown, two places in Greencastle worthy of a little extra travel effort are the John Allison Public House, and Carl’s Drug Store. The Public House used to be in the center of Greencastle but a move this past September relocated it to Route 11, just west of the square. The new digs promise to be worth the short hop over for great food and frosty craft beers. As for Carl’s, the drug store celebrated 190 years as the oldest continuously operating business

of its kind this year — though there were a few location changes before it settled at its current location of 145 N. Antrim Way.

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT ALL THE EVENTS AND FESTIVALS GREENCASTLE HAS TO OFFER, touch base with the Chamber of Commerce for schedules and listings at 717.597.4610 or visit them on the web at www.greencastlepachamber.org.

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More than two centuries of history abound as the George Washington Masonic Lodge No. 143 celebrates its bicentennial.

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hile the George Washington Masonic Lodge in Chambersburg wasn’t the first lodge of the Free and Accepted Masons in Franklin County, it is the oldest, and April 23, 2016, marks two centuries of service in the county.

Lodge No. 79 The first Masonic Lodge in the county was formed in 1800. Gen. James Chambers, son of Chambersburg’s founder Benjamin Chambers, served as the warrant master. Over the next five years, the lodge met 54 times before closing its doors, after having not garnered a strong enough membership base. This didn’t end Freemasonry in the county, though. Men continued to travel great distances to meet and fellowship at other lodges. However, the rigors of long travel for relatively short meetings grew old quickly, and a group of men began petitioning for a new lodge to be formed in Chambersburg.

George Washington Lodge No. 143

The original lodge was once nestled between private residences and the Methodist Church before the church burned and the residences were purchased by the lodge for parking lots.

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In 1815, the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania acted favorably on the petition and issued a warrant on Jan. 15, 1816, to George Washington Lodge No. 143. The lodge was constituted on April 23, 1816, and the Masons began meeting at various locations around the town. “The meetings were first held in the Franklin County Courthouse, but that was considered an inconvenience,” says Mike Marote, a member of the George Washington Lodge. Another location where the Masons met was Capt. George Coffey’s Inn, but no one these days is sure where that inn was located in town. The Masons purchased land for their temple in April 1823 and Silas Harry, a bridge builder, set to work to build the temple for $2,500. The final structure was a two-story brick building that was 32 feet wide by 67 feet long. The foundation stone was laid on June 24, 1823, and the building was occupied on Sept. 16 of the following year. The 1830s saw a period where Masons were persecuted in the country and the George Washington Lodge decided on Dec. 3, 1830, to “go dark” as Lodge Worshipful Master Kevin Hicks says. The charter was returned to the Grand Lodge in 1831, essentially disbanding the lodge, but the Masons still met quietly and out of the public eye. During this time, the Masons didn’t own the temple and it was used as a church printing office. The lodge reconstituted itself in 1845, but it wasn’t until 1860 that the George Washington Lodge was able to repurchase the temple for $2,000.

The Masonic altar (bottom), elevated and placed in the center of the lodge, symbolizes the Freemasons’ central quest to commune with their creator. Traditionally placed on the altar are a bible with the Square and Compasses. The square represents morality while the compasses remind masons to conduct themselves within due bounds. Within that altar, The George Washington Lodge stores a copy of the Encyclopedia of Free Masonry by Albert Gallatin Mackey (top right), which was originally published by The Masonic History Company in 1873. Albert was a physician, journalist, and educator who served as Grand Lecturer and Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of South Carolina in the late 1800s. The multi-volume encyclopedia is revered as his largest and most important contribution to Masonic literature. The chalice (top left) is from the York Rite depicting the scribe — one of the most prominent stations in the organization.

Razing A City When Confederate Gen. Jubal Early demanded a ransom from Chambersburg in 1864, the citizens weren’t able to pay it. Gen. Early ordered the town burned, and $1.7 million in property was lost in the resulting flames. One area of the town was left untouched, though. The Masonic temple and the buildings in the half block area surrounding it were unscathed. “Confederate soldiers were posted out front and prevented other Confederate soldiers from burning the lodge,” Mike says. The reason for this is as the orders were being given to burn Chambersburg, an unnamed Confederate officer saw the lodge and took steps to save it. The surrounding buildings were also preserved because they were so close to the temple that if they had burned, they might have caught the temple on fire. “Because the

temple wasn’t being burned, women and children were able to take shelter inside,” Kevin adds. Since the officer was never identified, the story is considered a well-authenticated legend. Many of the other details have been verified and the half block around the temple was left untouched while the town burned around it.

Training and Teachings While there is much fellowshipping among the Masons, there is also instruction. Masons learn various speeches, passwords, and signs to move through 33 different degrees. Kevin notes that a man becomes a Master Mason at the third degree, though. “We are learning what I call moral lessons with allegories,” Kevin says. Though generally believed to be a Christian group, Masons

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Other Lodges Franklin County currently has three other Masonic Lodges: Acacia Lodge No. 586 in Waynesboro, Mount Pisgah Lodge No. 443 in Greencastle, and Orrstown Lodge No. 262 in Orrstown. A fourth lodge, Gen. James Chambers Lodge No. 801, has recently merged with the George Washington Lodge to make both lodges stronger. The George Washington Lodge boasts a membership of around 800 Masons.

Since its construction in 1823, the George Washington Lodge has undergone two remodels and additions, once in 1899 and again in the 1960s, and survived the fire of Chambersburg in 1864.

include many faiths. The one requirement is that Masons must believe in a higher being. Each lodge has a book of faith on its central altar. The George Washington Lodge uses a bible that is more than 100 years old, but other lodges can include a book of faith for the predominant religion of the lodge. “Freemasonry is not a church,” Kevin says. “I look at it as a steady moral compass. You treat people like you want to be treated.” Masons are involved in many civic activities and participate in parades and building dedications. They can be identified in full regalia — that includes tuxedos, top hats, and aprons. “We have a belief in working for the greater good and for the good of the community,” Kevin says. Although the teachings are private matters for Masons, the public has occasionally been invited in to witness these meetings. The last time was in December 2014. It was so well received in the community that not only were all the seats in the meeting room filled, but 37 additional chairs had to be brought in to accommodate the crowd, according to Kevin. Kevin would also like to occasionally open the temple up for artists to come in and use their time in the interior to inspire their art. He hopes to then set up the social room as an art gallery where the artists can sell their works one evening.

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The Acacia Masonic Lodge in Waynesboro was constituted on May 18, 1891, to serve the three dozen Masons living in that area. According to the Record Herald, the original membership came from 12 different lodges and at least seven Mason jurisdictions. The original lodge met on the third floor of the Odd Fellows Hall on East Main Street. Samuel R. Frantz, warrant master, Albert J. Harbaugh, senior warrant, and Samuel C. Plank, junior warrant, were the officers elect. The Keystone Gazette described that first day this way: “Friday last was a memorable day in the history of local Masonry. It witnessed the formal institution of Acacia Lodge No. 586, the first local organization of Free Masons in the history of the town. “Bright and early the flower wagons, the dish and provision carriers and furniture haulers began to fly. East Main was a constant stream of committee-men and committee-women. By noon the auditorium of the Academy was trimmed, the tables all set and everything in readiness to turn on the crowd.” The Lodge celebrated its centennial anniversary in 1991.

200 Years To celebrate its bicentennial year, the George Washington Lodge will have a luncheon and rededication of the cornerstone of the original lodge on Aug. 23, 2016. Oddly enough, as of the time this went to print, the lodge was still unsure as to where the original cornerstone was located. They are hoping to find it buried beneath the earth before the ceremony. There will also be an evening banquet at Green Grove Gardens in Greencastle. The Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania will be the featured speaker.

FOOD Latin

A TASTINGS TOUR OF LATIN AMERICA Traditional presentations, family recipes, and fresh ingredients make for authentic South American dining. BY OLIVIA SIELAFF

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If you’re looking for something more auténtico, you don’t have to go far. Take your taste buds on a road trip to Mexico, El Salvador, Guatemala, and more without ever leaving Franklin County.

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ith the rise in popularity of Latin cuisine, demand has swayed some establishments to offer a somewhat Americanized flavor profile, often compromising quality for quickness. But if you’re looking for something more auténtico, you don’t have to go far. Take your taste buds on a road trip to Mexico, El Salvador, Guatemala, and more without ever leaving Franklin County. These three restaurants, all in Chambersburg, take it back to the roots of traditional

Latin cuisine. Think: soft-shell tacos, big chunks of beef, and fresh cilantro. But it’s not just the food that’s authentic. The owners of these restaurants are passionate about what they serve and strive to bring a taste of Latin America to each hungry diner. Montezuma Enter through the mosaic-style doors and you’re instantly transported to Mexico. From the colorful mural of ancient temples on one wall and the

Highlighting specialties from El Salvador, Las Palmeras offers their famous handmade pupusas — sweet, soft corn tortillas filled with cheese, pork, and beans. The Tacos Palmeras (above) is a colorful, light dish that tastes as good as it looks.

wooden booths throughout, to the lively music and cowboy-themed hanging lamps above the tables, the restaurant’s interior gives off a cool Aztec/Tex-Mex vibe. Owners Jesus (Chuy) Munoz and his brothers Juan and Carlos have added four other locations since opening the first Montezuma on Wayne Avenue in Chambersburg 12 years ago. Even with their numerous locations, each restaurant has a unique style, breaking away from the typical chain restaurant feel. What sets Montezuma above the rest, though, is their friendly staff and service. With their long-standing establishment, Jesus says he and his staff have gotten to know their clientele, who often come in week after week. Complementing the colorful atmosphere is the food, served in generous portions with a varying mix of flavors.

The carnitas — tender pork chunks served with secret spices and herbs as well as pico de gallo and tomatillo sauce for dipping or spreading — are by themselves worth the trip. The rice, beans, and soft corn tortilla are staples that complete the meal. If the sound of sizzling fajitas is tempting, go for the sweet Fajitas Tropicales with chicken or steak, grilled shrimp and pineapple, peppers, onions, and tomatoes all served in half a pineapple. For those who want to modify a recipe or need to accommodate for a food allergy, Montezuma can certainly do so. And you’re encouraged to bring your amigos and enjoy the live mariachi band playing once a month. Las Palmeras At Las Palmeras you’ll most likely find Zach Reyes, son of owners Martin and Digna Reyes, taking orders and working the tables with

his welcoming personality. Named after the town in El Salvador where his mother came from, the restaurant is often referred to as “the little hidden gem,” Zach says. This family effort opened in 2010 and has been combining seasonings and recipes with fresh, traditional flavors from Central America — especially El Salvador — ever since. Seating about 60 in a shotgunstyle arrangement, Las Palmeras is simple and clean, designed for you to focus on the food. The restaurant is most known for their handmade pupusas, a principle Salvadorean fare. They look like pancakes but are sweet, soft corn tortillas stuffed with cheese, pork and cheese, or beans and cheese. The Tacos Palmeras is a light dish served with steak or pork, thick slices of avocado, chopped onion, and fresh cilantro. For the adventuresome,

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From the melt-in-your-mouth Beef Garnachas to the horchata — a sweet, rice-based drink — Mama Eldy will prepare your food with care and a smile at Fusión.

there’s the Lengua en Salsa — you guessed it, beef tongue in sauce. In addition, their traditional dishes and Salvadorean specialties are composed of the freshest ingredients, many from the dry goods store adjacent to the restaurant,

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also owned by the Reyeses. Topping it all off, choose from a variety of options at their salsa bar to go along with your meal.

Fusión Though small with only three tables, Fusión’s large front window and big smiles of mother-daughter duo Eldy and Damaris Mazariegos brighten the restaurant’s interior. You’ll feel as if you’re part of la familia walking into Eldy’s personal kitchen. “Everybody knows her as Mama Eldy,” says Damaris. Originally from Guatemala, Eldy has a passion for cooking that runs in the family. In fact, the secret recipe for her family’s beef stew is constantly sought after in her hometown. Bringing that same quality and enthusiasm to their year-old restaurant, Eldy and Damaris aim to highlight the uniqueness of each region’s food and combine well-known flavors of Latin America, which is how Fusión got its name. For one, the Beef Garnachas — a traditional Guatemalan dish usually served with jalapeños — are handmade, fried corn tortillas topped with melt-inyour-mouth beef, sauce, and cheese. Typically dished out at carnivals, Eldy says it’s perfectly acceptable to eat these bite-sized tortillas with your hands. Pair your food with a side of plantains and any of their traditional drinks, such as Rosa de Jaimaicas (hibiscus tea) or the horchata, a sweet, ricebased drink with almond, and cinnamon sprinkled on top. Most everything on the menu is under $10. And you can dine in, take out, or have an event catered by Mama Eldy herself. Eating authentic Latin American cuisine doesn’t have to involve hopping on a plane. If you’re looking for a unique twist on some traditional favorites and a few family recipes thrown in the mix, any of these three restaurants is sure to please.

MONTEZUMA 820 Wayne Ave. Chambersburg, Pa., 17201 717.709.1003 www.montezumamex.com

LAS PALMERAS 209 Southgate Mall Chambersburg, Pa., 17201 717.446.0857

FUSIÓN 12 W. King St. Chambersburg, Pa., 17201 717.261.9759 www.orderspoon.com/fusion

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THEN And Now ate last year the downtown revitalization organization Mainstreet Waynesboro Inc. raised funds to contract Carrie Giauque of C&K Historic Consulting to complete an architectural survey. The intention is to submit her findings in an application to the Pennsylvania Historical Museum Commission, who upon approval can allow the application to then be sent to the National Park Service, which oversees the National Register of Historic Places. Should things go according to plan, Waynesboro could be added to the National Register of Historic Places as early as October 2016. This would be great news for property owners because the designation would permit tax credits, an increase in property values, and the addition of heritage tourism dollars, says Scott Hershberger, Maintstreet Waynesboroâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s director of economic development. Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more, the designation imposes no restrictions on property owners allowance to modify their homes, as is often the case with many local historical designations. Carrie has spent nearly a year assessing and documenting her findings and was kind enough to share some pictures she found that date back to the early 1900s and accompany them with pictures she took over the past 10 months. Some of the Waynesboro homes she has documented are almost unrecognizable in their current state, and others have simply been updated or modified with modern amenities like vinyl siding.

This home on Fairview Avenue is modeled on the Queen Anne Style, which is probably the most common build style in Waynesboro. Though it retains the shape and structure it had from the beginning, the updated vinyl siding disqualified it for the application.

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Another example of the Queen Anne Style, this home located on West Second Street also retains its shape, only lacking some of the embellishments on the roof and porch, but the update of vinyl siding make it unable to contribute to the application.

Built on the style Carrie referred to as Italianate/Queen Anne Eclectic, this South Church Street home is almost the spitting image of what it looked like some 80 years ago â&#x20AC;&#x201D; in a good way.

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WHILE YOU WERE OUT

Come back soon.

ARTISANS IN THE PARK ormerly known as the Mother Earth Festival, this event still kept its focus on bringing awareness to the community of the benefits of recycling. Held Sept. 12–13, Artisans In the Park showcased the craftsmanship and talent of about 40 earth-friendly vendors and artists that re-use and repurpose materials for their craft, all with a nod to Mother Nature. For updates and information on next year’s event, visit www.greencastleartisansinthepark.com.

BREWMASTER BEER FEST n estimated 1,000 people came thirsty and left happy for Waynesboro’s first Brewmaster Beer Festival on May 16. Main Street was lined with tents featuring more than 40 craft beers from 18 microbreweries —

mostly from central Pennsylvania — food vendors, and live bands on the sunny afternoon. The event was organized by Mainstreet Waynesboro Inc. to raise money for the organization, and encourage residents to get out and get their brew on.

POP A CORK FOR THE CAPITOL

he intimate setting of the Pop a Cork for the Capitol Fundraiser offered guests a chance to chat with staff from eight Pennsylvania wineries during the event on Aug. 15. Held at the Capitol Theatre Center in downtown Chambersburg, the afternoon featured wine by the glass or bottle paired with outside live entertainment by Kerensa Gray, Distinctive Soul, and The Hello Strangers. Quality vendors and raffles were also part of the 7th annual event, hosted to support the Capitol Theatre Center. Be sure to check the Capitol Theatre’s website for when this fun-filled event will be taking place in 2016!

BLOOM FESTIVAL hippensburg celebrated the arrival of spring with their first annual Bloom Festival on May 2. Downtown came alive with color, scents, music, and activities from local floral, craft, and produce vendors, all for families and kids to enjoy.

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Hosted by the Shippensburg Chamber of Commerce, the event is already set to return next spring on May 14, 2016.