Pennsylvania’s Native Americans—Part I of Penn’s Woods Over Time: People and the Forest

Visitors Center, Renfrew Park 1010 E Main St, Waynesboro, PA, United States

Presented by Roger Swartz, Author, Educator & Historian and Deborah ‘Turtle’ Swartz, Native American Living Historian & Authority An illustrated overview of the history and way of life of Pennsylvania’s Native Americans will be presented. Covering the period from circa 1525 through 1800, the Swartzes will talk about the major groups of Native Americans living […]

Free

Charcoal Hearths, Collier Huts, and Haul Roads: Traces of the Iron Industry Across South Mountain—Part II of Penn’s Woods Over Time: People and the Forest

Visitors Center, Renfrew Park 1010 E Main St, Waynesboro, PA, United States

The safety and health of our community are of utmost importance to us. This program has been postponed. The new date is yet to be determined and will be posted here when confirmed.  Presented by Andre Weltman, Chairman, Friends of Pine Grove Furnace State Park. Andre Weltman will discuss the impact of the iron industry—in […]

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“SOAR” Spring Bird Walks

Renfrew Park 1010 E Main St, Waynesboro, PA, United States

SOAR bird walks are temporarily suspended due to the coronavirus outbreak. Check back for more information. “SOAR” stands for “Studying Ornithology At Renfrew” Birding enthusiasts, Larry and Sharon Williams, continue […]

Free

Gone with the Wind: Kite Power

Visitors Center, Renfrew Park 1010 E Main St, Waynesboro, PA, United States

To celebrate 25 years of the Institute at Renfrew’s spring kite fly event, kite masters George and Sam Adams will present a program on kite power. Learn how kites have […]

Free

Recycling: Answers from the Experts!

Visitors Center, Renfrew Park 1010 E Main St, Waynesboro, PA, United States

Raised hands with trash and recycle sign, vector illustration Co-sponsored by Antietam Watershed Association and The Institute at Renfrew. Still confused about what’s recyclable and what isn’t? Local experts address […]

Free

Shakespeare in the Park: The Tragedy of Julius Caesar

Renfrew Park 1010 E Main St, Waynesboro, PA, United States

We regret that we must postpone this performance until further notice, due to the coronavirus. Should MEG be able to reschedule the play, we will post that news on our […]

Free

Youth Festival: “Prehistoric in the Park”

Renfrew Park 1010 E Main St, Waynesboro, PA, United States

This event is moving ONLINE due to the COVID-19 situation. Check back for updates on specifics...but put June 24 on your calendar now! The 31st annual Youth Festival, a FREE […]

Free

23rd Annual Chesapeake Bay Supper Fundraiser

Waynesboro Country Club 11000 Country Club Road, Waynesboro, PA, United States

Due to the situation with COVID-19, we have had to cancel this event for 2020. HOWEVER...we have a few things planned to celebrate the Bay and our traditional event online! […]

See description for fee information

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Nose to Nose and More…EXPLORE! Session #2 ‘Textiles and Nature Art’

Renfrew Park 1010 E Main St, Waynesboro, PA, United States

Textiles and Nature Art involves creativity with textiles, and making art from natural materials. Kids will learn how to felt wool and dye their own yarn. They will make a cardboard hand loom and weave their yarn into special projects to take home. Students will also try their hand at weaving on a big floor […]

$40

13th Anniversary Salamander Scramble 5K

Summer Jubilee grounds 501 East Main Street, Waynesboro, PA, United States

Due to the situation with COVID-19, this event was cancelled for 2020. HOWEVER…we've created a VIRTUAL SCRAMBLE and hope you'll join in on July 4, take some photos, and support the Institute! In conjunction with Waynesboro’s Fourth of July Jubilee Firecracker 5K Run. Race starts at Summer Jubilee grounds, across from Waynesboro Hospital. Lace up […]

Free for spectators. Entry fee for Team Salamander members. Details on registration flyer.
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Nose to Nose and More…EXPLORE! Session #3 ‘Nature Discovery’

Renfrew Park 1010 E Main St, Waynesboro, PA, United States

EXPLORE! Nature Discovery sessions focus on the great outdoors. Kids will hike along nature trails, learn about the ‘critters' in the park, plus investigate insects, birds and trees. They will also dig into the four-square garden with related activities, and each program always ends with wading in the creek for stream play and water adventures! […]

$32