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Community Events

4/24/2026 - 4/24/2027
FRI
April
24

Opening Day of the 2026 baseball season

SAT
April
25
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Enjoy the thrill of the chase as you look for bargains or sell your own discards at this annual event coinciding with Earth Celebration Day & Festival of Art.

SAT
April
25
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Free admission. Buttonwood Nature Center celebrates spring with environmental exhibitors, live music from the Celtic band Across The Pond, environmental artists and artisans, a student art show and more. Bring cash for the Recycle Fundraiser that ...

SUN
April
26
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Final of four AT hikes. Hike with us along a portion of the legendary Appalachian Trail! Led by a Buttonwood naturalist, the hike will explore some of the wonders to be found in the woods and along the byways. Meeting point for the hike provided on ...

MON
April
27

It's that time of year for SPRING CLEANING!!! Hagerstown Sports Club & Fitness is hosting this collection from now until May 8th. All items will be sorted and passed on to local charitable organization's~ Lasting Change, Brooke's House, Children In ...

TUE
April
28
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

April Topic: Head, Neck, and Lung Cancer Screening and Prevention

THU
April
30
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Free program. Join licensed funeral director and cemetery owner Rhea Brandenburg, from Brandenburg & Stein Funeral Parlor in Gettysburg, for an informative presentation on green burial and other eco-friendly end-of-life options. Learn how choosing a ...

TUE
May
5
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Join other entrepreneurs a series of collaborative mini‑workshops where you can troubleshoot challenges, brainstorm innovations, and share lived expertise.

WED
May
6
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

A premier conference dedicated to equipping entrepreneurs and small businessowners with the knowledge, resources, and connectionsneeded to foster collaboration, drive innovation, and accelerate growth.

THU
May
7
8:30 AM - 2:00 PM

The culminating experience of the 3- Day Conference. This day brings together an inspiring keynote, hands‑on workshops, and a robust resource fair designed to propel entrepreneurs forward.

THU
May
7
8:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Test your skill and help Buttonwood raise funds with this exciting clay shooting tournament. Entry fee $125 and includes morning refreshments, ear and eye protection gear, 15 shooting stations with 100 targets, water & snacks, and catered lunch. Prizes ...

WED
May
13
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Tips and tricks for rightsizing. Learn to love downsizing.

THU
May
14
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Join SEK's QuickBooks Certified ProAdvisorson Thursday, May 14, 2026, for two interactive QuickBooks Users Groups at the Wyndham Gettysburg!

SAT
May
16
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Hagerstown Sports Club & Fitness Wellness Event. Activities for Kids & Adults! Local Vendors! Sample Classes! Food Trucks! Silent Auction!

SUN
May
17
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

FREE! Geared for kids of all ages, the event features a variety of activities and entertainment throughout the day.

THU
May
21
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Discover what's next at the Mount! Join us to explore our non-credit Lifelong Learning programs. We'll highlight our summer camp offerings for high schoolers as well as our career-advancing programs for working professionals. Learn how the Mount ...

SAT
May
23
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Calling all prospective birders! Are you new to birding but want to learn? Join Buttonwood educators as we delve into the basics of birding.

SUN
May
24
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

The first of several Military Appreciation days at Mertius Park during the 2026 season. Veterans and active duty will receive a free walk up ticket at the box office. Thank you for your service!

FRI
May
29
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

It's time for Antietam Exhange Club's 25th Annual Graig Wibberley Memorial Golf Tournament!

SAT
May
30
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Calling all prospective birders! Are you new to birding but want to learn? Join Buttonwood educators as we delve into the basics of birding.

TUE
June
2
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Enrich your knowledge by joining us at SEK's annual event for nonprofits.

TUE
June
2
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

High school students, join us at Merits Park for the first High School Night of the season. Bring proof of enrollment to the box office, and redeem a free ticket. Attend 3 out of 4 High School Night games, and be eligible to apply for a scholarship ...

WED
June
3 4
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Do you know a college student who's curious about client services and public accounting? Please share this opportunity with them!

SAT
June
6
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Strawberry treats, food trucks, craft vendors, entertainment, and fun for all ages!

SAT
June
6
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Join a Buttonwood naturalist for a guided hike in recognition of National Trails Day.

THU
June
11
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Spend the day with Buttonwood educators as you explore the wonders of water! Also offered July 9th and August 13th.

SAT
June
13
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

On June 13, 2026, we will be hosting the 13th Women’s Club House & Garden Tour showcasing nine beautiful properties that will open homes and gardens for this occasion.

TUE
June
16
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

K-8 students are invited to join our summer reading program. Register on our website, print out your bookmark, read your favorite books, and redeem one free child's ticket plus one free adult ticket for each Boxcar Bookworm's date. More details are ...

THU
June
25
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Looking to go back to school but not sure where to start? Join us for our virtual application workshop webinar! The Division of Continuing Studies at Mount St. Mary's University offers accelerated undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs ...

THU
June
25
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Join us to learn more about the Mount St. Mary’s University Physician Assistant program. This information session will cover admissions requirements, the application process, program structure, and what to expect as a PA student. Register for free here!

FRI
June
26
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Empowering Youth for a Safer Tomorrow!

FRI
June
26
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Here’s an event that’s definitely all it’s cracked up to be! Experience a traditional “crab feast” dinner and live and silent auctions during this annual fundraising event.

SAT
July
4
7:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Waynesboro Summer Jubilee, across from 500 East Main Street, Waynesboro, PA Lace up your running/walking shoes and join Team Salamander as we walk, run—or scramble!—around Waynesboro to raise funds for Buttonwood Nature Center. Team members secure ...

SAT
July
4
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

To commemorate the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Washington County is hosting a 250th Anniversary Celebration.

WED
July
8
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Come learn all about insects in our Summer Explore series!

THU
July
9
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Also offered on August 13. Spend the day with Buttonwood educators as you explore the wonders of water! Campers will have the chance to study macroinvertebrates up close, create a craft, and play in the stream—the perfect way to beat the summer heat! ...

SUN
July
12
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Join Buttonwood staff as we read this story while going on a summer color scavenger hunt.

TUE
July
14
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Textiles instruction from a Buttonwood educator who is a master weaver and textiles expert.

WED
July
15
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Students explore the secrets of a 200-year-old homestead and how its environment influenced early settlers.

WED
July
15
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Join a Buttonwood Naturalist to learn about the wonders of birdwatching! For kids in grades K-5.

THU
July
16
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Join us to learn about how Mount St. Mary's University supports online undergraduate and graduate students with career coaching, internships, networking, resume development, and job search strategies. Discover how you can leverage your degree for ...

WED
July
22
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

JJoin Buttonwood as we forage for materials in nature like leaves, twigs and more to make fairy houses.

WED
July
29
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Nature is beautiful to look at, but did you know it can also be used to create beautiful artwork?

THU
August
6
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Looking to go back to school but not sure where to start? Join us for our virtual application workshop webinar!

THU
August
13
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Spend the day with Buttonwood educators as you explore the wonders of water!

SAT
August
15 16
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

The annual Augustoberfest weekend is run by the nonprofit organization, The Augustoberfest Charitable Foundation. The festival pays tribute to the area’s rich German heritage while raising scholarship money for students in the Hagerstown – Wesel Sister ...

THU
August
20
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Join us to learn more about the Mount St. Mary’s University Physician Assistant program.

THU
September
10
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Join us for an informative virtual open house hosted by the Division of Continuing Studies at Mount St. Mary’s University.

SAT
September
12
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Saddle up for a night of fun, fundraising, and giving back! Get ready for "Soles of Hope: Wild Wild West" on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Elmwood Farm Bed & Breakfast in Williamsport! This benefit event supports Children In ...

WED
October
14
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Join us for a Partner Appreciation Luncheon celebrating organizations making educational opportunities more accessible.

THU
October
15
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Join us to learn more about the Mount St. Mary’s University Physician Assistant program.

THU
October
29
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Hear directly from the Mount' Division of Continuing Studies students and alumni as they share their experiences balancing school, work, and life.

THU
December
10
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Looking to go back to school but not sure where to start? Join us for our virtual application workshop webinar!

THU
December
17
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Join us to learn more about the Mount St. Mary’s University Physician Assistant program. This information session will cover admissions requirements, the application process, program structure, and what to expect as a PA student. Register for free here!

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