# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 8th Annual Puzzle Mania!
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 20 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun, 20 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: The 8th Annual Puzzle Mania is on its way! Get ready for another year of fast-paced puzzling fun with our “Back to School” themed challenges! Expect all things school- detentions, pop quizzes, brain breaks, team superlative awards, and a few extra add-ons to make sure you’re fully prepared for class. 

📅 WHEN: Sunday, September 20, 2026 
📍 WHERE: Landis-McCleaf Marine Corps League | Chambersburg, PA
🕒 TIME: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM (Doors open at 12:00 PM)

All proceeds benefit the LIU12 Franklin County Literacy Council, supporting adult education and literacy initiatives in our local community.

This year, there are only 25 team spots available. Tickets sell out fast, so start recruiting your four person team NOW and reserve your table today! 

THE SCHEDULE
12:00 PM: Doors Open (Grab lunch and drinks before the chaos starts!)
12:30 PM: Team Check-in
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM: The Tournament is ON!

THE COMPETITION
The Goal: Every team of four starts with the exact same jigsaw puzzle. The first team to finish wins!
The Team: 4 players per team (Ages 18+). Team members must remain the same throughout the event.
The "Mania":  Want to slow down the competition? Pay $10 to slow down another team for 3 minutes in a variety of entertaining ways! The more teams you challenge, the better your odds.
The Bribe: Is a team targeting you? Pay a $10 "Bribe" to skip the challenge and keep your momentum going!
Note: Challenges/Bribes can be paid via Cash or PayPal.

REGISTRATION & COST
Price: $25 per person | $100 per team of four.
Equipment: To keep things fair, no outside sorting trays or puzzle tables are permitted, UNLESS you purchase them as ad-ons via our online registration form.
Food & Drink: Available for purchase at the Marine Corps League. Must be 21+ with a valid ID to purchase alcohol.

SUPPORT THE CAUSE, BECOME A SPONSOR!
Can’t make it to the event, or maybe you're just not "wild" about puzzling? You can still be a hero for literacy! We are looking for community partners to help make Puzzle Mania a success. Check out sponsorship opportunities at iu12.org/fclc.  

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How do I register? 
Complete the Puzzle Mania Team Registration Form. To pay by cash or check, please make checks payable to LIU12 Franklin County Literacy Council. You can mail or drop off your payment at our office: 518 Cleveland Ave., Suite 1A, Chambersburg, PA 17201. Regular office hours are M-Th, 9-3 and Fridays by appointment.

Is team registration refundable? 
Since this is a fundraiser, we do not offer refunds. However, if you can’t make it, you may sell or gift your registration to someone else. Please notify us of the name change at least 24 hours before the event begins.

What about parking and accessibility? 
The Landis-McCleaf Marine Corps League offers on-site parking and handicapped parking. The venue is fully handicapped accessible.

MEDIA NOTICE
We love sharing the fun! Portions of this event will be photographed/recorded for social media.

QUESTIONS?
Contact us at 717-504-4459 or email Nicole Buhrman at nlbuhrman@iu12.org. We're happy to help!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chambersburg/8th-annual-puzzle-mania/200030449600921
- **Event Categories**: contests, nonprofit, sports, workshops, tournaments, back-to-school
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 13

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Chambersburg
- **state**: PA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 450 Grant St, Chambersburg, PA 17201-1632, United States
- **lat**: 39.9398
- **long**: -77.65126
- **full address**: 450 Grant St, Chambersburg, PA 17201-1632, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 8th Annual Puzzle Mania! being held?
  - **A:** 8th Annual Puzzle Mania! takes place on Sun, 20 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sun, 20 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm at 450 Grant St, Chambersburg, PA 17201-1632, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 8th Annual Puzzle Mania!?
  - **A:** 8th Annual Puzzle Mania! is organized by LIU12 Franklin County Literacy Council.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 8th Annual Puzzle Mania! is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chambersburg, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If 8th Annual Puzzle Mania! sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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