Cat Cafe Draws Crowds at Frosty Family Frolic

Antietam Humane Society showcases adoptable cats during annual winter festival in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Mainstreet Waynesboro's annual Frosty Family Frolic featured a special attraction this year - a cat cafe hosted by the Antietam Humane Society. The event allowed visitors to interact with cats available for adoption while enjoying warm drinks and treats on a chilly winter day.

Why it matters

The cat cafe was a popular addition to the Frosty Family Frolic, which aims to bring the community together and support local businesses during the slower winter months. The Antietam Humane Society's participation helped raise awareness of their adoption efforts and provided an engaging activity for families.

The details

The cat cafe was set up in a vacant storefront on Main Street, with Antietam Humane Society volunteers on hand to introduce visitors to the adoptable cats. Guests could play with the cats, take photos, and learn about the adoption process. The cat cafe was just one part of the larger Frosty Family Frolic event, which also featured a chili cook-off, a storywalk, and other winter-themed activities.

  • The Frosty Family Frolic took place on March 1, 2026.
  • The cat cafe was open from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. during the event.

The players

Antietam Humane Society

A non-profit animal welfare organization that provides adoption services, veterinary care, and community outreach programs for pets in the Waynesboro area.

Ann Verts

A volunteer with the Antietam Humane Society who introduced visitors to the adoptable cats at the cat cafe.

Mainstreet Waynesboro

A non-profit organization that promotes and supports the local businesses and community in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania.

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What they’re saying

“The cat cafe was such a hit - it really brought people out on a cold day to play with the cats and learn about our adoption program.”

— Ann Verts, Antietam Humane Society Volunteer (therecordherald.com)

What’s next

The Antietam Humane Society plans to participate in the Frosty Family Frolic again next year, potentially expanding the cat cafe to allow more visitors to interact with the adoptable pets.

The takeaway

The success of the cat cafe at the Frosty Family Frolic demonstrates the community's interest in supporting local animal welfare efforts and finding creative ways to bring people together during the winter months.