COMMERCE

Vendors line the streets and local stores offer bargains during Sidewalk Days in Greencastle.

There aren’t any big box stores in the Greencastle-Antrim area, although they are just a short drive away in Hagerstown and Chambersburg.

However, that drive isn’t often necessary because there’s not much you can’t buy right here at home.

Two large grocery stores, “dollar” stores, drug stores and home improvement centers are complemented in the community by a plethora of small businesses, selling everything from clothes and shoes to jewelry and flowers and from decorative items and furniture to coffee and soap.

Dining options also are diverse, whether you are in the mood for a fast food, homestyle, ethnic, tavern or upscale menu.

The Greencastle-Antrim Chamber of Commerce “promotes the economic growth and vitality of our community, providing the framework for member prosperity and thereby contributing to the quality of life in our community.”

The chamber office is at 217 E. Baltimore St., 717-597- 4610 and the website is greencastlepachamber.org

In 2021, the Greencastle-Antrim Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Chambersburg Chamber of Commerce formed a joint business partnership: the Cumberland Valley Business Alliance (CVBA). The partnership allows the Chambersburg and Greencastle-Antrim chambers to retain their individuality in their respective communities while fostering a stronger voice of business.

The two chambers remain governed by individual boards of directors, retain local offices and host events in their communities. In Greencastle, that includes Sidewalk Days and Heritage Christmas.

CVBA arranges business networking activities for the combined membership, delivers greater access to business resources and streamlines communication. g

Nick Searfoss trims Nick Kempen’s beard at The Dapper House on West Baltimore Street in Greencastle.