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July 27, 2026
Chess for Kids (preschool-teen)
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July 27, 2026
Weekly chess class for kids (preschool-teen)
Join instructors Neil Coleman and Jef Savage every Monday at 2pm. Each class will begin with a 10 minute lesson of chess fundamentals. This free class is open to kids at any skill level. Kids will play chess while building critical thinking skills, patience, and confidence.
Chess boards will be provided at the library. We look forward to seeing you there and making new friends over a game of chess!
For more information, contact the library at 717-328-9233
Lesson 1: How to Win Fast!
Dulcimer Workshop for Beginners
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July 27, 2026
Dulcimer Workshop for Beginners will be hosted by Deb Strite. Classes will be every Monday at 2pm, June 8th -August 3rd. Spaces are limited to 10 people, ages 6 years old - adult, dulcimers will be provided for the class. Please call the library at 717-328-9233 to reserve your spot- No Fee!
"You’ll be happy to know that the Appalachian dulcimer is relatively easy to play. It isn’t a masters-only instrument, despite its complicated-looking design. Indeed, it’s often regarded in the musical world as one of the easiest stringed instruments to learn. It’s even easier in some cases than the guitar." Dulcimer.net
Historic Mercersburg Walking Tour (Part 2)- FREE
July 27, 2026
"Mercersburg Walking Tours" PART 2, 6:30 - 8:00 PM presented by the Mercersburg Historical Society. The tours will begin in the Fendrick Library at 20 N. Main Street, Mondays in July 13, 20, 27 & Aug. 3, 2026.
Ron Martin-Minnich will guide the evening tours. The walk includes buildings on Main and Seminary Streets. If there is inclement weather, a series of PowerPoint slides and a large map will be utilized.
Mercersburg Historical Society will present Part 1at the First United Methodist Church of Mercersburg, hosted by Joan McCulloh. Thursdays in July 9, 16, 23 & 30, 2026.
11 N. Fayette Street
Mercersburg, PA 17236
mercersburghistory.org