Mt. Gretna, the Pennsylvania Chautauqua

09/30/2026

🎄 Calling all makers, artisans & holiday magic-makers! 🎄

Mount Gretna’s Christmas Village is looking for talented vendors to help bring something truly special to the outdoor shopping Village this December. ✨

If you create beautiful things, make delicious things, or have something unique that deserves a spot beneath the twinkle lights, we want to hear from you!

We’re currently seeking vendors specializing in jewelry, home goods, specialty foods & confections, ceramics, fiber arts, fine art, candles, bath & body, glasswork, metalwork, ornaments, holiday décor, leather goods, bags, and more.

📅 Christmas Village 2026
December 4–6 | December 11–13 | December 18–20
📍 Mount Gretna, Pennsylvania

Whether you’re an established artisan or an emerging maker ready to introduce your work to a new audience, this could be your place in the Village. ❤️🎄

Applications are now open! Apply to join us and be part of the magic of Mount Gretna’s Christmas Village.

Tag a maker, artist, or small business that needs to see this! 👇🏾

09/25/2026

🍂 Bring in the Fall Season at the Mt. Gretna Heights Fall Fest! 🍂

Join your neighbors for a fun-filled afternoon at the Heights Community Building on Saturday, October 3rd, from 1–4 PM!

Enjoy smoked pulled pork sandwiches and a baked potato bar ($10 donation)
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🍰 Mt. Gretna Heights Fall Fest Bake-Off Contest 🍰

****This year, we’re opening up the Bake-Off to MORE than just pies!
Bring your favorite homemade baked dessert and show off your baking skills!

How It Works:

🍪 Bake 2 of your favorite dessert

One dessert will be displayed and auctioned off to help support the Heights Community Building and grounds.
The second dessert will be divided into small tasting portions for everyone to sample and vote on—think chili/soup cook-off style!

🏆 Top 3 winners will receive a trophy!

Anything goes—as long as it’s baked!
Pies • Cakes • Cookies • Brownies • Cupcakes • Cheesecake • Breads • Bars • Tarts • Specialty Desserts & More!
Come bake, taste, vote & celebrate! 🍂❤️

To enter: Email [email protected] (or text Michelle Shay)
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There will also be:

📍cornhole tournament
📍live music,
📍 crafts for the kids
📍marshmallow roasting
and so much more!

🌟Come enjoy good food, great friends, music, and all the fun of fall while supporting our community.

❤️ All proceeds go toward Mt. Gretna Heights Building & Grounds Improvements.

📍 Mt. Gretna Heights Community Building
🍁 Saturday, October 3 | 1–4 PM

Bring the family, bring a friend, and come celebrate fall with us!

09/19/2026

Traffic jam in Gretna....

09/17/2026

Did you know?? It's nearby - and we took a group there a few years ago to visit.

Pennsylvania's respected wildlife sanctuary offers guided tours, rescued wolves, conservation education, and unforgettable animal encounters.

09/14/2026

09/07/2026

Another former Mt. Gretna resident has gone on to his reward. , Bob!

View William Wilson's obituary, send flowers and sign the guestbook.