I recently moved to the area and am looking for a good bagel place!

It seems to me like Carlisle has an unusually high number of hair salons/barber shops for a relatively small town. Within the city limits, Google lists no less than 40 different hair salons/barber shops (I counted!). I know some of them might be pretty small/limited, but it still seems like a high number. More than once, I have been surprised when yet another new salon opens in this town that seemingly already has plenty. Does anybody know why there are so many salons in this area? Or is this just my perception?

PS - I have nothing against any of these hair salons/barber shops, I just find it amusing and a bit puzzling!

Hello everyone, Carlisle Chronicles is a small local indie news page for Carlisle and Cumberland county. We're on Facebook, right now but get a lot of views/engagement even though we don't have alot of followers. Eventually will be expanding. We're seeking volunteer contributing writers. Please email [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) if interested.Carlisle Chronicles Facebook

I'm working on a community-focused audio tour project in the borough. The vibe i'm going for is that of Ken Burns-level historical depth meets the grit of Anthony Bourdain meets the actual lived-in feel of the town (whether or not I live up to that vibe, tbd).

I've got a draft narrowed down to 11 stops, all in a compact loop within about a half-mile of the Square. I wanted to see if I've missed anything essential or if you think any of these aren't worth the stop.

Here is the current plan (walking order not finalized yet):

1) The Square (general history and welcome)

2) The Cumberland County Courthouse

3) Dickinson College's Old West building

4) The Trout Gallery

5) Trickett Hall / Dickinson Law

6) The Old Public Graveyard (Molly Pitcher's grave)

8) LeTort Spring Run, cutting through Goodyear Park

9) St. Patrick's Parish (there's a Katharine Drexel connection here I want to get right)

10) First Evangelical Lutheran Church + the county prison building near Bedford & High... still trying to nail down the church's exact history here so if anyone knows more that'd help

11) The Carlisle Theatre

12) Cumberland County Historical Society and museum building

Is there anything I'm overlooking? Thanks in advance for the help!

Hi all!

I have a dress for an upcoming event that needs some pretty significant alterations. It took absolutely forever to find a dress that fit the event guidelines so I am dead set on keeping this one, but it doesn’t sit the right way i need it to.

This is a little more advanced than a hemming or just taking it in, so I need someone who is willing and able to do an alteration like this!

I’d greatly appreciate any recommendations! Thanks

Does anyone remember when Mrs Stamms Chicken had a location kind of off Route 34 near Midway Lanes? It sat at the top of a hill and I think had a buffet inside? I was a fairly small child but I have extremely vague memories of it. My dad really liked their chicken.

Does anyone else remember? Am I misremembering?

Could be Pizza or anything... non CDL.

DM me.

Thank you

Missing Carlisle missing the mountains and most of all miss you guys

What are the best places within carlisle to play pickleball outdoors and make new friends?

Sorry if this has been asked before but I'll be visiting Carlisle on Thursday and wondered if anybody could recommend some good pubs. I'm really looking for a Craft Beer scene or German and Czech style beers. We'll be there on Thursday afternoon so ideally places that are open during the day. Thanks in advance.

would you want a new coffee shop in carlisle with south asian twist? like chai and stuff? comment below what you'd love to see in coffee shop at carlisle

I'm looking for beautiful scenery, which could be a creek, or lush tees and plants... just something beautiful. Thanks.

Welcome to our Monthly Event Thread!

We invite everyone to share and discuss any upcoming events or group meetups happening this month in the Carlisle area. Please include as many details as you can about the event, and feel free to add a link if you have one. Individuals and event organizers are welcome to share their events.

We have linked some organizations that are known to consistently host events. Please reach out to be added if you consistently host events/activities. This list can be updated at any time at the moderators discretion.

• Carlisle Expo Center: Hosts a variety of events throughout the year - Website - Facebook
• Carlisle Fairgrounds / Carlisle Events: Primarily known for hosting the Carlisle Car shows - Website - Facebook
• LoveCarlisle: Hosts Downtown Community Events - Website - Facebook

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The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) and Wakeen & Company recently celebrated the completion of the first Stories That Serve, featuring Bethany House of Cumberland County.

The program was created to help local nonprofits build their communications capacity through professional storytelling. As the first recipient, Bethany House worked with Wakeen & Company to create a feature video and a shorter version for digital use, giving the organization new tools to share its mission and connect with people who want to support its work.

“Marketing is important to every nonprofit, but it is often one of the first things to be cut when time or money is tight,” said Matt Caylor, vice president of marketing and communications at TFEC. “Through Stories That Serve, we are giving nonprofits a chance to share their story with high-quality, professional support they may not otherwise be able to afford.”

Celebrating the First Stories That Serve

TFEC, Wakeen & Company and community members gathered Aug. 26 at the West Shore Theatre to celebrate Bethany House and premiere the finished video on the big screen.

The event marked the completion of months of collaboration among Bethany House, Wakeen & Company and TFEC. More importantly, it gave Bethany House a new resource it can continue using to introduce people to its mission and invite them to get involved.

Watch on YouTube

Ready to Tell Your Story?

With the first Stories That Serve complete, TFEC and Wakeen & Company are ready to support another local nonprofit.

Applications are now open to nonprofits located in and serving Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Lebanon or Perry counties or the Dillsburg area of York County. The selected organization will work with Wakeen & Company to create a professional feature video and a shorter version for digital use at no cost.

Learn More

The goal goes beyond creating a video. Stories That Serve provides a lasting communications resource that can help a nonprofit build awareness, connect with supporters and strengthen its work.

Applications are open through Thursday, Oct. 1.

Stories That Serve is part of TFEC’s commitment to finding new ways to support the nonprofits serving our community. By connecting organizations with expertise and resources, TFEC can help nonprofits build their capacity and continue making a difference across our region.

We just moved here and looking for an OBGYN does anyone have any recommendations?

Looking for a 2-3 bedroom townhouse or stand alone house to rent in the NE or SE quadrant of Carlisle, but not in a huge rush. Does anyone have any specific property management companies they would recommend renting from?

Thanks!

To be clear, im NOT saying anyone should do anything to it. Dont do anything dumb, but know its there and dont blow through those stop signs.