Governor Dick Environmental Center, 3283 Pinch Road, Mount Gretna, will offer special events to the community. Programs are open to the public, but preregistration is required by contacting 717-964-3808 or governordick@hotmail.com and providing a name and phone number. Attendees should meet at the Environmental Center.

Story Forest: Squirrels! will begin at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 19. A story time, activities, and a craft will be offered to children of all ages. A fee applies.

The Golden Eagle Hikers will lead a hike of 2 to 3 miles for folks over age 50 at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 21. Trails will be rocky and hilly, and participants should bring water.