ChambersFest 2015

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ChambersFest 2015 Schedule of Events

Please note: Events are subject to change.
 

July 11-18

"Focal Point" Visual Art Exhibit

Council for the Arts - Gallery hours: Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. or by appointment: 717-264-6883
“Focal Point” highlights the camera work of four area photographers. Vince Ha, Meelika Molder, Kaitlin Shadle and Constantine Vloutely will display a wide variety of photographs, from depictions of wildlife, nature, and classical architecture, to international scenes, and manipulated and mixed media photographs. More information: www.councilforthearts.net

Saturday, July 11

12th Annual Tim & Susan Cook Memorial 1-Mile Race/Walk

7 to 9:30 a.m. - Chambersburg Memorial YMCA
Proceeds from this event are donated to the Tim & Susan Cook Memorial Scholarship Fund, which provides scholarships to students at Chambersburg Area Senior High School. 7 a.m. Registration begins at the Chambersburg Memorial YMCA; 8 a.m. Women’s/Girl’s Race/Walk; 8:30 a.m. Men’s/Boy’s Race/Walk; 9:30 a.m. Results Ceremony. Coordinated by the Chamber. More information and registration.

ChambersFest Bike Day

10 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Pump Track on Hood St.
Compete in one or more of three bicycle events: Pump Track Race; Best Trick Jump Contest; and Short Track Cross-Country Race at the Chambersburg Bike Park. Various categories to include ages 6 to adults. Coordinated by Chambersburg Recreation Department. More information and registration.
 

Scoop-a-Palooza

11 a.m. to 3 p.m. - Chambersburg Area Senior High School
Enjoy all-you-can-eat ice cream samples from local ice cream shops! Proceeds raise money for educational programs offered through the Greater Chambersburg Chamber Foundation. More information and tickets.
 

Second Saturday

5 to 10 p.m. - Chambers Fort Park
Second Saturdays are back this summer! The free event features outdoor concerts at Chambers Fort Park from 5-8 p.m., followed by an outdoor screening of the movie "Alexander and the Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day" beginning at dusk. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs and picnics. Coordinated by Downtown Chambersburg Inc.More information.
 

Route 30 Three! Film Screening

7 p.m. - The Capitol Theatre
Q&A with director and cast members to follow the screening
Watch the newest film in the Route 30 trilogy, Route 30 Three! The Route 30 movies are independent comedies inspired by director John Putch's experiences growing up in Franklin County. More information and tickets.

Friday, July 17

Quilted Treasures

9 a.m. to 7 p.m. - Falling Spring Presbyterian Church
The Chambersburg Quilt Guild presents a quilt show with an abundance of quilts and handmade items on display. This year, visitors from Gotemba, Japan - Chambersburg's Sister City - will receive handmade quilts to take back with them as souvenirs. More information: www.chambersburgquiltguild.org.

Saturday, July 18

Old Market Day

9 a.m. to 4 p.m. - Downtown Chambersburg
A ChambersFest tradition, this street festival in downtown Chambersburg features art, craft and food vendors, kids activities, entertainment on two stages and the North Square Farmers Market. Coordinated by the Downtown Business Council. More information: www.facebook.com/OldMarketDay. 

Quilted Treasures

9 a.m. to 4 p.m. - Falling Spring Presbyterian Church
The Chambersburg Quilt Guild presents a quilt show with an abundance of quilts and handmade items on display. This year, visitors from Gotemba, Japan - Chambersburg's Sister City - will receive handmade quilts to take back with them as souvenirs. More information: www.chambersburgquiltguild.org.

CVSM Voice & Drama Camp presents "Annie" and Sam's Music Camp Performance

9 a.m. & 10 a.m. - First United Methodist Church
At 9 a.m., the students of the Cumberland Valley School of Music (CVSM) Voice & Drama Camp present scenes and songs from “Annie” followed at 10 a.m. by Sam's Music Camp participants who will perform songs and dances they have learned. More information.
 

"John Brown - Is Violence the Answer?" Video

Shown every hour on the hour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. - King Street Community Center
During Old Market Day, the Franklin County Historical Society will show the video “John Brown – Is Violence the Answer?” produced by the Early American History class at Career Magnet School. Dr. Jim Wolfson, author of the book "John Brown’s Last Journey", will facilitate discussion after each showing. More information:www.franklinhistorical.org. 

1864: The Burning

6 to 10 p.m. - Downtown Chambersburg
Enjoy history exhibits, kids' activities, vendors, guided Civil War walking tours and more downtown from 6 - 8:15 p.m. From 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. will also be the final round in the musical competition A Capella & Unplugged. At 8:50 p.m. the reenactment of the Burning of Chambersburg begins featuring an exciting light show. Coordinated by the Franklin County Visitors Bureau. More information: www.dodinestayfranklincountypa.com/1864-2.

Illuminate! The After Party

10 p.m. - The Capitol Theatre
The ChambersFest celebration continues with fun, food, beverages, music and games! Coordinated by the Franklin County Visitors Bureau. More information: www.dodinestayfranklincountypa.com/1864-2.