UPCOMING EVENTS
Community-building events are part of our mission and another way we offer stories that connect and inspire.
For expanded options, check out the local event calendars linked at the top of our Mount Gretna page.
Speed Neighboring: A Community Connection Event
Sunday, October 18, 2026
2-5 p.m.
GOVERNOR DICK ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER
3283 Pinch Rd., Mount Gretna, PA 17064
What if one afternoon could introduce you to a whole new group of neighbors?
Join Mount Gretna Magazine for Speed Neighboring, a free community event designed to help neighbors become friends through a series of fun, guided conversations inspired by speed dating. Whether you're new to the area or have lived here for years, it's an enjoyable way to meet people you might never otherwise have the chance to know.
Participation in the Speed Neighboring activities is optional—but highly recommended—and everyone who participates will receive tickets for local prize drawings.
Schedule
2:00 p.m. — Community Art Activity with Art Show director Kerry Royer (all afternoon)
2:15 p.m. — Interactive Speed Neighboring games
3:00 p.m. — Live music by the Small Frogs of Mount Gretna
3:45 p.m. — Prize drawings interspersed with music breaks
5:00 p.m. — Event ends
Food Trucks
Expected vendors include:
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Good Eats
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Uncle B's Philly Cheesesteaks
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Cool Beans
Food will be available for purchase directly from the vendors throughout the event.
Helpful Information
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RSVP is requested, but not required, to help us plan. Email Stacy@MountGretnaMagazine.org with number attending.
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If attending with friends, please consider carpooling to help maximize available parking.
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Donations will be accepted to help offset the cost of the event.
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Weather updates or cancellation information will be posted on our Facebook page.
Come expand your circle—and help strengthen the connections that make Mount Gretna such a special place.
PAST EVENTS
The Great Gretna Plate
Sunday, March 29, 2026
Congratulations to Campmeeting’s Nate Godfrey, winner of our Chopped-inspired cook-off! Kudos as well to talented chefs Alex Kinzey and Shelby Larkin, who tied for second place. Read our event wrap-up, which includes links to the recipes, photo album, and video playlist.