Mercersburg, PA, Mercersburg, PA (2025)

04/15/2025

THIS SATURDAY! You’re invited to the Mercersburg Lions Club 84th annual Easter Egg Hunt! Over two thousand candy filled eggs will be placed around park for children up to 12 years old. Don’t be late- the fun starts at 2PM sharp!

Follow the Mercersburg Lions Club for more information! 🐣💐

04/12/2025

TODAY & TOMORROW at 3PM, the Mercersburg Area Community Chorus presents Mozart’s Requiem! This free performance will take place in the Irvine Menorial Chapel. Here’s your chance to fill your rainy day with beautiful music in a historic setting! 🎶

03/22/2025

This Monday at the Fendrick Library, Dr. Lloyd Muller takes us on a whirlwind historical tour of Rome and Italy! Explore the country’s ancient beginnings, through the Battle of Troy, to the age of the Caesars and the founding of modern Italy. Come join us for a Master Class about a country that has been a republic, a monarchy and an empire!

This program is FREE to the public and begins at 6:30OM. Dr. Muller is a retired Air Force
Officer and professor. He lived in Naples for 9 years and has been a student of the history of Rome & Italy for over 60 years.

See you there, Mercersburg!

02/21/2025

Join us at the Fendrick Library on Monday, February 24th at 6:30PM for “Native Americans & Early Settlers in Our Area”. This FREE program will be presented by local historian, Dakota Bricker. Dakota is known for his online videos detailing our local area’s history and is a graduate of James Buchanan High School and Shippensburg University. Don’t miss this chance to learn about our early settlers and the indigenous people who first called this area home.

01/25/2025

It’s like living in a real-life snowglobe. ❄️🥰

01/21/2025

SPECIAL EVENT
FENDRICK LIBRARY LECTURE SERIES
PRESENTS “Chance Meetings”
Monday, January 27th, 6:30 – 8:00PM
Admission: FREE

Imagine “chance meetings” between two famous people that change history, spark the imagination, or leave classic, indelible photographs! Join us as Fendrick Library’s Ann Calkins shares extraordinary stories of the past, based on the award-winning book by Rachel Cohen.

Share with fellow book lovers and enjoy an evening of stories, company and light refreshments!

01/19/2025

MERCERSBURG! Join us TOMORROW, Monday, January 20th FOR OUR TOWN’s first annual SNOWBALL FIGHT! The event will take place at Lions Club Park and will begin precisely at 4PM after an official countdown. It’s going to be chilly so dress warm!

Hot cider and cookies will be provided on a first come first serve basis, compliments of The Inn at Historic Lane House.

Note: This community event is not affiliated with Lion’s Club Park or the Borough of Mercersburg. This event is intended to be fun in nature. Participants are asked to refrain from aiming snowballs at the face. Participants assume risk of embarrassment and hurt feelings by agreeing to play.

See you there, Mercersburg! ❄️

01/18/2025

We’re pleased to announce Mercersburg’s newest business, Mountain View Bake Shop! Shelby officially established Mountain View Bake Shop (MVBS) as a fully inspected and licensed home bakery in January 2025. Shelby moved to Mercersburg two and a half years ago with her husband Andrew and they have two adorable young sons. ❤️

Shelby’s artisanal sourdoughs come in a variety of flavors, and feature a delicious and thin airy crust. Be sure to follow Mountain View Bake Shop to learn more about offerings and how to order. 🥖

Please note this is not a walk-in business. Baked goods may currently be picked up on Saturdays and Wednesdays (details confirmed during the ordering process).

Please help us congratulate Shelby on this exciting endeavor! 👏🏽

01/17/2025

A cozy evening in our little winter wonderland. ❄️

01/04/2025

The kind folks at the James Buchanan Pub and Restaurant generously invited our town’s Christmas tree cleanup crew inside for a warm fire and incredible lunch! We had a great time trying some delicious dishes and seeing the new changes in the restaurant. Be sure to check them out soon!

Thank you so much to the staff and chef for their hospitality!

01/01/2025

MAYORS NEW YEAR’S MESSAGE:

Dear Citizens of Mercersburg,

As we enter through a new year, I would like to take a moment to reflect upon our journey together as a community. 2024 has been a testament to the strength and unity of our townsfolk, who have continuously worked hand in hand to enhance the quality of life for all residents.

We’ve accomplished many things this year. The Mercersburg Vibrancy Steering Committee has laid the groundwork for our generation’s first Comprehensive Plan. We’ve made considerable additions to our municipal infrastructure by investing in public works, the police department, and town management. Funding has been secured so that we can plan for future efficient upgrades to our water and sewer systems. Surveys for street and sidewalk conditions have been conducted for future repair. Mercersburg Beautification invested in holiday banners, decor, and additional lighting which will utilized for the first time in 2025. These are just a few examples of the progress we have made, and we look forward to tackling many more initiatives that I know are important to our town’s future, vitality, and residents.

2025 will mark a significant milestone: 275 years since the earliest beginnings of a mill that would eventually become Mercersburg. This anniversary serves as a reminder that humble beginnings often give rise to great things. My hope is that we use this milestone to inspire us all to strive to improve our hometown in whatever way we can individually, whether that be helping an elderly neighbor with their yard work, painting neglected shutters, joining a local volunteer organization, or mentoring a student.

I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to the citizens of Mercersburg, Borough staff, and charity organizations for their commitment, resilience, and dedication throughout 2024. Together, we have laid the groundwork for an even brighter future and I look forward to continuing this journey with each of you in 2025.

Thank you, and here’s to a prosperous new year!

Sincerely, Mayor Michael Pedersen & Brody

12/25/2024

Merry Christmas, Mercersburg! 🎄

Enjoy this look back at the story of our town tree. Thank you to everyone for making Mercersburg a vibrant and magical place to live. ❤️

12/16/2024

There’s nothing like winter in historic Mercersburg! ❄️

12/14/2024

TODAY! Check out the Conococheague Institute for a day full of historic seasonal festivities! This event is free to the public.

“As well as 18th century holiday traditions, hearth cooking, make and take crafts, gingerbread in the bake oven, dancing, and a wassail program by Oakgrove Farm - Historical Brewing & Tavern, you can also look forward to a host of vendors perfect for picking up a bespoke gift.”

See you there!

12/04/2024

Our friends at the Star Theatre PA are unveiling their newest production this weekend, The Greatest Christmas!

“Set in the charming town of Burberry, this heartwarming show follows a retired Broadway director as she takes on the challenge of saving a small church by putting on a Christmas Eve service like no other. Despite the odds - and with plenty of laughs along the way - the town comes together to rediscover the true spirit of Christmas and love. Expect beautiful singing, costumes, lively dancing and a message that will resonate with audiences of all ages.”

Performance Dates:
Saturday, December 7th at 7 pm
Sunday, December 8th at 3 pm (SOLD OUT)
Saturday, December 14th at 7 pm
Sunday, December 15th at 3 pm (SOLD OUT)
Saturday, December 21st at 3pm
Sunday December 22nd at 3pm

🎟 For tickets and more information, go to startheatrepa.com or call 717-220-3318

We are always impressed with the amazing work at the Star Theatre and look forward to seeing everyone there!

12/03/2024

This , consider making a gift to Mercersburg Beautification! Spearheaded by Mayor Pedersen, the volunteer led initiative aims to improve the landscape and streetscape of downtown Mercersburg. Mayor Michael Pedersen, business owner Sahand Miraminy, and Borough Manager Dawn Scheller proudly display newly installed holiday banners, sponsored by Mercersburg Beautification.

Your tax deductible donation will ensure the continuation of improvements and efforts such as plantings, trees, and Christmas tree installations for years to come. Checks should be mailed to 13 South Main Street, Mercersburg PA 17236 and made payable to Mercersburg Vibrancy steering Committee with “Beautification” in the memo.

For the first time, we are also accepting Venmo donations! Please send donations to the Venmo handle “”.

Thank you for your support!

12/02/2024

THIS weekend! Experience the spirit of season with the Mercersburg Area Community Chorus’ annual holiday performance! This FREE event will feature Handel’s Messiah and traditional holiday tunes, set in the inspiring Mercersburg Academy Chapel. The choir will be accompanied by a full band and orchestra.

Performance Times:

Saturday, December 7, 2024: 3PM
Saturday, December 7, 2024: 7PM
Sunday, December 8, 2024: 3PM

Don’t miss out on this annual tradition!

11/30/2024

We’re grateful to Betty Jane Lee for generously donating the 2024 Mercersburg Christmas tree! The eastern white pine was planted over 30 years ago by Betty Jane and her late husband Ken.

This past May, Betty Jane was awarded the Harriet lane Award. The award is given annually to an extraordinary individual who uplifts our community through service, art, and culture. Betty Jane has channeled her talents and passions over the years into dozens of initiatives, including her work with the Mercersburg Historical Society and leadership of the Mercersburg Women’s Club. The Christmas tree donation just underlines why she is so deserving of this honor!

We look forward to tonight’s lighting and having this beautiful tree on the borough square throughout the next month! 🎄

Mercersburg, PA