The Greencastle-Antrim Chamber of Commerce provides the framework for member prosperity and thereby contributes to the quality of life in our community. This is accomplished through networking, education, community development, member services and special events.

Chamber Hours:

Mon-Fri: 9am-12pm  1pm-4pm

First Friday in Greencastle on August 6

On August 6 from 4 to 7 pm, First Friday Greencastle is embracing the Old Home Week spirit with its first ever, “Home Sweet Home” pie baking contest!

The contest is sponsored by Tower Bank and will be held on the square. For information on how to enter, look for the entry form at most downtown shops or visit the First Friday website at www.firstfridaygreencastle.com.

In addition to bragging rights, the first place winner will have his or her pie featured on the Antrim House menu for a limited time and receive $50 and an embroidered apron commemorating the event. The second place winner will receive $25 and an embroidered apron. The third place winner will receive an embroidered apron, and all participants will receive a reusable First Friday grocery bag. The remaining pies will be sold whole or by the slice at the Boy Scout concession stand on the square.

Also, Roy Pitz Brewery will be returning to the Antrim House for a beer tasting, many new and returning artists will be showcasing their artistry, the downtown merchants will be open for business, and the Rolling Coyotes band from Shepherdstown, WV will be performing live on the square.
 

PRESENTER GUIDELINES FOR FIRST FRIDAY GREENCASTLE
 

First Friday Greencastle is a family friendly event. All participating individuals and organizations are expected to follow the established guidelines.

First time presenters are required to submit three photos of their original work. Performers will submit a sample of their work on disc, tape or other electronically transmitted format. Authors doing a book signing should forward a brief (25 words or less) synopsis of the work to be presented. Returning presenters Do Not need to submit samples of work, provided it similar to what was presented at a prior First Friday.

Visual artists and fine craftspersons may show and sell their own original work. No imports, kits or items made from kits are permitted.

Demonstrating your talent is always appreciated by the public and is an excellent way to promote your art, when feasible.

Display or sale of inappropriate items such as guns, knives, sexual or drug related paraphernalia or work depicting such items is strictly prohibited. Event participants will conduct themselves in a manner fitting with the family friendly environment. Use of profanity, sexually explicit or violent images on t-shirts or other items of clothing is not acceptable. The First Friday Committee reserves the right to ask that any inappropriate items be removed.

Every effort will be made to place you in or near a business location that will be advertised in advance, however the First Friday committee reserves the right to make last minute changes if circumstances warrant.

All presenters are to be set up and in place twenty minutes prior to the beginning of the event and are further expected to remain at that location for the duration of the event.

First Friday is not responsible for any damage, injury or loses to any persons or goods from any cause. Presenters acknowledge this by their participation.

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Return to:
Joel Fridgen, Executive Director
Greencastle-Antrim Chamber of Commerce
217 E. Baltimore St.
Greencastle, Pa. 17225
Office e-mail: info@greencastlepachamber.org
Website:  www.greencastlepachamber.org
 

2010 Greencastle-Antrim Chamber of Commerce and
Community Calendar of Events
 

July 25-30
Energizer Camp 3
Grades 2-5
Camp Joy El
3741 Joy-El Drive, Greencastle
Contact: Camp Joy El, 717-369-4539

July 26-30
Day Camp 7
Grades K-5
Camp Joy El
3741 Joy-El Drive, Greencastle
Contact: Camp Joy El, 717-369-4539

July 29
Chamber Mixer
4:30 -6:30 p.m.
Mrs. Gibble’s Candies & Restaurant
7325 Molly Pitcher Highway
Contact: Chamber, 717-597-4610;
info@greencastlepachamber.org

August 15
American Cancer Society Annual Duck Derby
Greencastle Sportsman’s Farm
3260 Sportsman Road, Greencastle
Contact Russ Clever, 717-597-3815

August 17
Chamber Breakfast
7:30 a.m.
Antrim House Restaurant
104 East Baltimore St., Greencastle
Sponsor: Tower Bank
Speaker: Mike Ross, President of the Franklin
County Area Development Corporation
Topic: Economic Development in Franklin
County
Contact: Chamber 717-597-4610;
info@greencastlepachamber.org

September 3
First Friday
5:00 -8:00 p.m.
Downtown Greencastle
Contact: Chamber, 717-597-4610;
info@greencastlepachamber.org


September 23
Greencastle-Antrim Chamber of Commerce
Annual Banquet
Green Grove Gardens
Sponsor: F & M Trust
Reception Sponsor: TBA
Music Sponsor: TBA
Contact: Chamber, 717-597-4610;
info@greencastlepachamber.org