Community Resources in Waynesboro area
Alexander Hamilton Memorial Free Library,
45 E. Main St,
Waynesboro (rear entrance photograph below), has many
programs for children and the community, four public access computers, and a large collection of
items in its Pennsylvania Room and Civil War Room. Library hours are
Mon-Thu, 9:30 to 8; Fri 9:30 to 5; and Sat 9 to 4 (Jul-Aug hours are 9 to
1). The library website page is http://www.ahmfl.org/.
762-3335
The Blue Ridge Summit Branch of the library is located at 15055 Summit Plaza, Blue Ridge Summit. Open Mon-Thu, 3-8; Sat 10-4; closed Fri. 794-2240
The "Friends of the Library" provides supplemental funding for special purchases, events, and other programs; conducts two semi-annual book sales, and maintains a continuous in-the-hallway used-book sale. If you are not already a Friend of the Library, stop by the front desk or call and ask for an application--it explains what Friends do to help and why you should be a Friend, too. An annual membership (Jan. 1 to Dec. 31) costs as little as $5.00.
Antietam Humane Society, 8513 Lyons Rd, Waynesboro -- Pet adoptions, dog licenses, pet cemetery -- open from 10 am to 4:30 pm Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, and Sat. (closed Sun and Wed). To reach the shelter, go east on Route 16 (Main St.) to the traffic signal at Pizza Hut. Turn right onto Clayton Ave., go 1/2 mile to Fifth Street and turn left (Fifth St. becomes Route 997, State Hill Road). At the bottom of the hill, turn right onto Lyons Rd. The shelter is 1/2 mile on the right. The shelter's "Pet of the Week" is featured in the Record Herald every Saturday. 2008 marked AHS's 32nd year of caring for the stray and unwanted animals in our community. Email is ahsinc@zoomlynx.com. Phone 762-9091, FAX 762-0996
Antietam Watershed Association -- more information
Borough of Waynesboro -- its website, http://www.waynesboropa.org/, is intended to serve as a ready reference of the Borough and the services it provides, to "help make each of us better informed citizens and neighbors." Borough offices are located at 57 E. Main St. Borough council meets the first and third Wednesdays of the month. 762-2101
Chamber of Commerce for Greater Waynesboro,
5 Roadside Ave, Waynesboro -- businesses who care about making the
Waynesboro area an outstanding place to live and work, serving the communities of
Waynesboro, Mont Alto, Quincy, and Washington Township. Visit its website
at http://www.waynesboro.org/
for membership directory, benefits of business membership, economic development,
tourism, and other information. Hours: Monday-Friday 9 to 12 and 1-4:30.
Fax 762-7124; phone 762-7123.
Greencastle-Antrim Chamber of Commerce has been serving the community for over 50 years. The Chamber provides the framework for member prosperity, and contributes to the quality of life in the community through networking, education, community development, member services and special events. The Chamber is located at 217 East Baltimore Street in Greencastle. Office hours are Mon-Fri from 9 to noon, and 1 to 4. Website http://www.greencastlepachamber.org/ . 597-4610
Northside Pool in Waynesboro opens May 23, 2009. Hours are Mon.-Sat. from 11 am to 7 pm; Sun. from 12:00 noon to 7 pm. The pool is designed for lap swimming, and has water slides, sprinklers, lights, and picnic tables. Smoking is not permitted within the fenced area. A photo ID system is used. Complete information at http://www.waynesboropa.org/northside.htm . Pool phone is 762-7928.
Pine Hill Regional Recreation Center -- more information
Record Herald newspaper -- more information
Red Run Park -- more information
Renfrew Institute -- more information
Renfrew Museum and Park -- more information
Washington Township, Franklin County PA. Keep up with or learn about the Township's activities, proposed ordinances and projects, budget and master plan, supervisors' goals, and other administrative matters, by visiting the Township's website. Email web@washtwp-franklin.org. The Township office is located at 13013 Welty Rd, Waynesboro. Call 762-3128 from 8 am to 4:30 pm, Mon. through Fri.
Waynesboro Area Human Services Council, 24 E. Main St, Waynesboro -- Coordinates a wide variety of human services needed by the residents of Waynesboro and Greencastle-Antrim Area School Districts. Help is given to eligible clients who qualify in a variety of individual and family crisis situations in obtaining emergency food, clothing, diapers, and many other forms of assistance. Individuals needing help should call a community services coordinator at 762-6941, Monday through Friday, from 9 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 3:30 pm.
Audrey Eshleman and Bill Kohler, Members of the Board of
Directors, Waynesboro Area Human Services Council
Photographed at Waynesboro Hospital Health Fair, Mar 10, 2007
Waynesboro Hospital, 501 E.
Main St, Waynesboro, is an affiliate of Summit Health. It is a 64-bed,
non-profit, general and acute care community hospital. A unique feature of
the Emergency Department is the Chest Pain Evaluation Center which evaluates
patients with undiagnosed chest pain who may be experiencing a heart
attack. Waynesboro Hospital’s Emergency Department provides 24-hour
advanced life support coverage for the Waynesboro, Greencastle, and surrounding
areas through Medic II. More information
at Summit's website. 765-4000
Waynesboro Police Department,
at 57 E. Main St, operates 24/7 to serve the people in the borough of Waynesboro, PA.
The borough has a population of approximately 10,000 people covering a geographic area of 3.4
square miles. The Waynesboro Police website at
http://www.waynesboropolice.com has more information about its programs and services, crime prevention
and tips, drug and disaster awareness, career opportunities, crime statistics,
press releases, FAQs, and contact information.
In an emergency call 911; Waynesboro Police Dept telephone numbers are non-emergency 762-2131; office 762-2132. FAX is 762-2133.
Waynesboro Theatre, 75 W. Main St, Waynesboro, shows first-run and family movies, generally Mon-Fri at 7 pm; and Sat. and Sun. at 1 pm and 7 pm. For movie specifics see page A-3 of Record Herald or call 762-7879 for recorded message.
"I love this theater. It is just like the one I grew up with in my small town.. The prices are incredible. $1 drinks and popcorn. It works out well with a family of six. Movies are current. You just can't beat it." [Theater goer review quoted from Yahoo local.]
Women, Infants and Children
Nutrition Program (WIC) has been helping families in PA for more than 30
years. WIC provides milk, eggs, cheese, peanut butter, beans, cereal,
juice, and formula at no cost. You can have a job or be unemployed.
You can be married, single, or live with your parents. Fathers, mothers,
guardians, or grandparents may apply for children under age five. Who
can participate in this program? Infants and children under age five;
women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or recently had a baby. Online, WIC
is located at http://www.pawic.com/
. Eligibility requirements and how to apply for WIC benefits can be
obtained from its office in Waynesboro, 230 S. Potomac St;
phone 762-2143. New office hours: Tues. Wed. and Thurs. from
8 am to 4 pm.
The YMCA (the Waynesboro area YMCA) at 810 E. Main St, Waynesboro, must be one of the most-frequented public-use facilities in Waynesboro. The $2.3 million YMCA building expansion renovation has been completed. The new wellness center opened for use on July 11, 2007. Improvements were made in security and for persons with special needs; other changes include a computer center and an additional multi-purpose room. The wellness center, now located in the front of the building, includes new exercise and weight training machines, and a new 8-machine speed circuit for a 20-minute total body workout. The YMCA website is http://waynesboroymca.org/page.php?page=home . Phone 762-6012.
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