The Williams Gallery opens "Known//Unknown," a new exhibition by Nick Hutchings, Associate Professor of Art, on Sept. 17 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Hutchings' work explores the tension between brokenness and healing, spirit and flesh — an invitation, he says, to "engage with their own sense of presence and place."
"Faith is a manifestation of hope."
Free and open to the Mount community. No RSVP required. Questions: contact Nick Hutchings, hutchings@msmary.edu.
Saddle up and join us for Country Night at the PAC, today, Thursday, September 17, beginning at 8 p.m.! Enjoy a fried-chicken dinner, country karaoke, line dancing, and a special live tribute to the music of Dolly Parton. Wear your best country-inspired outfit for a chance to win a prize! The PAC Pub will also offer $1 off Miller Lite and Truly throughout the evening. Alcoholic beverages are available only to guests ages 21 and older with a valid ID. Please drink responsibly.
Enjoy an outdoor movie screening of Toy Story 5, the highest grossing animated film of 2026. Free Italian ice will be provided to the first 150 students (courtesy of Sunset Slush of Frederick County). This event will be set up in the residential quad located behind Sheridan Hall and Pangborn Hall. In the case of inclement weather, this event will be moved indoors to the Palmieri Activities Center (PAC). This event is free and open to all students (Mount ID required for check-in purposes). Please fill out the online interest form. If you have any questions about this event, please email studentengagement@msmary.edu.
Need to make it to the grocery store or pharmacy, or want to have lunch out with friends? Want to shop at the huge GoodWill? Don’t have a car or want to save your gas? Hop on a shuttle to shop, dine, and have fun with friends! Shuttles this semester will rotate weekly between Gettysburg and Thurmont. This Sunday’s shuttle is heading to Thurmont. Shuttles run continuously from noon – 5 p.m. (pick-ups are approximately every 30-40 minutes) Last shuttle leaves the Mount at approximately 3:50 p.m. Students can pick-up the shuttle at the John Paul Plaza outside of McGowan Center. Shops include Weis Markets, Los Amigos, Dunkin' Donuts, McDonald's, Mountain Gate Family Restaurant, and more! Shuttles are first-come, first-served. Please bring your MountCard (physical card or digital card).
The Mount community is invited to the 35th Annual Adams County Heritage Festival, Sunday, September 20, from noon to 4 p.m. at the Gettysburg Area Recreation Park. The Adams County Heritage Festival is a multicultural festival, celebrating our diverse cultural heritages through sharing food, music, and the arts. It is intended to be, as our motto says, “a celebration of unity in our community.” The festival comprises mainstage entertainment, food booths representing a variety of traditions, craft vendors and demonstrators, children’s activities, and exhibits by local non-profit agencies. Admission and parking are free. A family bicycle parade will leave from the main stage at 1 p.m. Participants should assemble on the basketball court behind the stage around 12:30 p.m.
Mount faculty, staff, and student volunteers have been a part of the festival for many years. If you are interested in volunteering during the festival, please contact Rosie Bolen at rhbolen01@gmail.com. We hope to see you there!
Join Italian Club for a fun, hands-on-treat-making session! We'll be crafting homemade pizzelles -- a traditional Italian wafer cookie that you can customize with toppings like Nutella, sprinkles, and powdered sugar. Come enjoy good food, good company, and a creative break in your night!
The Mountaineer Activities Board (MAB) is a student run organization (advised by the Center for Student Engagement) that plans fun events and activities for Mount students. MAB plans, organizes, and markets events and activities and chooses which activities they would like to host for students. We are looking for students who are interested in learning more about MAB and how they can get involved. Please complete the online interest form to learn more.
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