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The holiday spirit shone brightly in Chambersburg as the “Deck the Town” holiday light display contest, hosted by the Greater Chambersburg Chamber of Commerce, raised $1,314 to benefit the Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter (CVAS).

Chamber President Steve Christian presented the check to Tiffanie Smoyer, Executive Director of CVAS, on January 7. The fundraiser showcased the community’s generosity and creativity, with 25 properties in the Chambersburg area participating in the festive competition.

“We are thrilled by the community’s enthusiastic response to this event,” said Christian. “Not only did it bring joy and holiday cheer to our town, but it also raised critical funds to support the shelter’s mission of caring for animals in need. We are incredibly grateful to everyone who participated and donated.”

The contest featured a variety of dazzling light displays, from whimsical wonderlands to classic Christmas themes. The participating properties included:

  1. The Raifsnider’s – 1529 Alexander Avenue
  2. The Myers Zuniga Home – 621 Philadelphia Avenue
  3. Northwood Books & Fine Art – 59 North Main Street
  4. Shabby Chic Farmhouse Boutique – 29 South Main Street
  5. The Jacobs House – 606 East Catherine Street
  6. Leightyland – 858 Cleveland Avenue
  7. Hope – 458 Cumberland Avenue
  8. Rita’s Italian Ice – 731 Wayne Avenue
  9. The Cowleys Lights – 150 Eisenhower Drive
  10. Cool Hollow – 273 Lincoln Way East
  11. Lotus Moon Gallery and Yoga – 1055 Lincoln Way East
  12. Chick-fil-A Chambersburg – 970 Norland Avenue
  13. The Good Feet Store – 580 Walker Road, Suite D
  14. Classic Christmas – 2334 Somerset Road
  15. The Clemmens-Kidwell Household – 1547 Fairview Avenue
  16. The Clark of Whinstone – 5722 Whinstone Way
  17. The Inn at Ragged Edge – 1090 Ragged Edge Road
  18. The Guyers – 129 Crider Avenue
  19. The Adams – 3751 Pampas Circle
  20. Kauffman’s Christmas – 3874 Pampas Circle
  21. The Griswolds’ – 3706 Eucalyptus Court
  22. Whimsical Wonderland – 1216 Sollenberger Road
  23. Roseys – 1451 Hunters Chase
  24. Jingle All the Way – 1930 Letterkenny Road
  25. Little Family Light Show – 1290 Mallard Drive East

The proceeds will help CVAS provide essential services for animals, including shelter, medical care and adoption opportunities. The Chamber extends its gratitude to the participants and everyone who voted or donated.

For more information about the Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter, visit CVAS-PETS.org. For upcoming Chamber events, visit Chambersburg.org/events.

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