Content Overview

Choose the About page for Chautauqua mission and structure information and the resident handbook. The Community Services Calendar provides the schedule for leaf, brush, and recycling pickup. Links will connect you with Chautauqua-related organizations and events. The Summer Programs brochure contains a complete listing of programs sponsored by the Pennsylvania Chautauqua. The Summer Craft Schedule provides a listing of craft classes sponsored by the Pennsylvania Chautauqua.

Since the Pennsylvania Chautauqua's founding in 1892, its summer activities have been an integral part of Mount Gretna summers. In keeping with its mission to promote a program of the arts, religion, culture and recreation, the Pennsylvania Chautauqua offers a wide variety of summer activities; book reviews, art & craft lessons, Sunday worship services, lectures and presentations, organ recitals, musical concerts, outdoor art show, theatre, nature walks, and travelogues.

Call 717-926-9458 or e-mail for summer program information.

2011 Featured Programs and Events

  • Jul 4, 7:00 PM - 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION & BAND CONCERT - Mt. Gretna Playhouse
  • Jul 13, 8:15 AM - CHAUTAUQUA UNIVERSITY FOR A DAY - Hall of Philosophy. $50; Reservations by July 6: 717-964-1830
  • Jul 15, 7:30 PM - ANNUAL CHAUTAUQUA STOCKHOLDERS' MEETING - Hall of Philosophy
  • Jul 18, 5:00 PM - COMMUNITY CLAMBAKE - Hall of Philosophy. $15; Reservations by July 11: 717-964-2252
  • Aug 3, 12:00 PM - ANNUAL COMMUNITY LUNCHEON - Hall of Philosophy. $15; Reservations by July 28: 717-964-2303
  • Sep 3, 4:00 PM - COMMUNITY PICNIC - Hall of Philosophy. Bring a covered dish to share; Reservations 717-964-1830
Please see the Summer Programs brochure for
a complete listing and further details.