Experience Bradford County 2023

Bradford County is bursting with excitement, and we are ready to welcome you to our scenic county where your family can rest, relax, stretch, and spend quality time together!

We understand, it’s difficult to find a vacation destination that satisfies the needs of everyone in a family. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. There is something for everyone in Bradford County.

Are you an adventurous outdoorsman? Bradford County is your one stop for everything imaginable including camping, hunting, fishing, paddling, and hiking.

Are you a social butterfly? Come visit one of our many fairs and festivals hosting live music concerts, food and wine tastings, and arts and crafts, to name a few.

History buff? Not to worry, as you can choose from over a dozen museums, heritage villages, and historical societies to fill your urge to learn.

Perhaps it’s relaxation you’re after? Come walk the postcard-like streets, ducking in and out of our eclectic shops before taking in a romantic dinner overlooking the rolling hills.

But what really makes Bradford County special? It’s the people. With so much to see and do, your experience will never be richer than when it’s shared with local residents who warmly welcome you and join in your experiences. Bradford County is your home away from home!

Check out our website at visitbradfordcounty.com and view our new digital passports that offer unique experiences throughout the county. Or download the “Endless Mountains Outdoor Recreation Guide” for the latest information on top-notch outdoor adventures for all.

I invite everyone from everywhere to come “Experience Bradford County!”

Robyn Cummings Executive Director

Bradford County Tourism Promotion Agency

2023 EVENTS

JANUARY

NORTH BRANCH CANAL HISTORICAL TOUR

Jan. 1-Sept. 30, 2023 • Dawn to Dusk

One mile off Rt. 220 in Athens Twp., Sayre Walk with a guide on the towpath of the North Branch Canal. See the remains of the weighlocks and learn the history. By appointment only. FREE admission, FREE Parking. Call Roberta Blanchard at (570) 882-9051, or email rcblanchard@ hotmail.com for more information. Rain or shine.

TROY SALE BARN’S MEAT RAFFLE

January 21, 2023 • 6:00-10:00 p.m. 50 Ballard St., Troy

Join us for our first ever meat raffle! Admission - $25.00, FREE Parking. Visit www.troysalebarn. com, call Nicole Harris at (570) 337-0815, or email troysalebarn@gmail.com for more information. Rain or shine.

WARRIOR TALENT

January 21, 2023 • 7:00 p.m.

14 E. Main St., Canton

The stars will sparkle as the Rialto Theatre hosts a night of musicians, poets, dancers, actors, and comedians from Canton High School. Admission - Donation at the Door, FREE Parking. Visit www. cantonrialto.org, call Bridget Callahan at (570) 692-0572, or email cantonrialtotheatre@gmail. com for more information. Rain or shine.

BRADFORD COUNTY’S DANCING WITH THE STARS GALA

January 28, 2023 • 7:00-10:00 p.m. Keystone Theatre, 601 Main St., Towanda Enjoy an up-scale and fun evening of entertainment at the Historic Keystone Theatre and watch local performers and celebrities battle for a mirror ball trophy. Proceeds will support arts programming at the BCRAC. Cocktail and hot hor d’oeuvres included with ticket. Cash bar available. Admission - $35.00 presale and $40.00 at the door, FREE Parking. Visit bcrac.ticketleap. com/dancing-with-the-stars-gala/, call Elaine Poost at (570) 268-2787, or email elaine@bcrac. org for more information. Rain or shine - No rain date.

FEBRUARY

THE GABE STILLMAN BAND

February 17, 2023 • 7:00 p.m. 14 E. Main St., Canton

The Gabe Stillman Band hits the stage in high gear with American Roots Music and original gems and covers. Admission - Advance Price: Adult $15:00; Ages 12 and Under $5:00; Door Price: Adult $20.00; Ages 12 and Under $10.00, FREE Parking. Visit www.cantonrialto.org, call

Bridget Callahan at (570) 692-0572, or email cantonrialtotheatre@gmail.com for more information. Rain or shine.

MARCH

SAYRE HISTORICAL SOCIETY ANNUAL DINNER

March 11, 2023 • 1:00 p.m. 102 S. Lehigh Ave.., Sayre Sayre Historical Society’s annual dinner meeting. Lunch will be served and a program will be following lunch. Admission - TBD, FREE Parking. Visit sayrehistoricalsociety.org, call Mary Lou Palmer at (570) 882-8221, or email sayehistorical@yahoo.com for more information. Rain or shine.

BCRAC PRESENTS MISSOULA CHILDREN’S THEATRE

March 13-18, 2023 • Public auditions Monday at 4:00 p.m.; Shows on Saturday at 2:00 p.m and 5:30 p.m.

Keystone Theatre, 601 Main St., Towanda Missoula Children’s Theatre involves local children in a week-long residency culminating in two 60-minute musical performances complete with costumes, make-up and stage sets. This week’s production is King Arthur’s Quest Admission - $35.00 participation fee - Show tickets $7.00, FREE Parking. Visit www.bcrac.org, call Carla Salsman at (570) 268-2787, or email programs@bcrac.org for more information. Rain or shine.

BCRAC PRESENTS MISSOULA CHILDREN’S THEATRE

March 20-25, 2023 • Public auditions 4:00 p.m. at the Sayre Theatre on Monday; Showtimes on Saturday at 2:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Sayre Theatre, 205 S. Elmer Ave., Sayre Missoula Children’s Theatre involves local children in a week-long residency culminating in two 60-minute musical performances complete with costumes, make-up and stage sets. This week’s production is King Arthur’s Quest Admission - $35.00 participation fee - Show tickets $7.00, FREE Parking. Visit www.bcrac.org, call Carla Salsman at (570) 268-2787, or email programs@bcrac.org for more information. Rain or shine.

VAUDEVILLE NOUVEAU SHOW

March 24-25, 2023 • 7:00 p.m. shows, doors open at 6:00 p.m.

Troy Sale Barn, Troy Vaudeville style comedy show by Troy Community Theatre. Wine available for purchase before show, Admission - TBD, FREE Parking. Visit Facebook@ troycommunitytheatre, call James Blade at (570)

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529-0620, or email jmblade@frontiernet.net for more information. Rain or shine.

53RD ANNUAL CHE-HANNA GEM & MINERAL SHOW

March 25-26, 2023 • SATURDAY 9:00 a.m.5:00 p.m. and SUNDAY 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Wysox Vol.Fire Co. Social Hall, 111 Lake Rd., Wysox

If you like rocks & minerals, fossils, jewelry, geodes, holistic items, or just think you might like this stuff, come to our show. 10 of the best dealers in the country giving demonstrations and exhibits, and a mini-mine for youngsters. Admission - ADULTS $3.00 - STUDENTS $1.00 - UNDER 8 FREE admission, FREE Parking. Visit www.chehannarocks.com, call Robert McGuire at (570) 928-9238, or email uvbob1942@gmail.com for more information. Rain or shine.

BCRAC’S

SCHOOLTIME PRESENTS

THE POUT-POUT FISH

March 29, 2023 • 9:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Keystone Theatre, 601 Main St., Towanda Whimsical puppets and live performers combine to turn the poutiest frowns upside down in this colorful musical, based on the popular book. PreK- 3rd grade, Admission - $6.50 presales/$7.50 at the door, Some free parking available. Visit www.bcrac.org, call Carla Salsman at (570) 268-2787, or email programs@bcrac.org for more information. Rain or shine - No rain date.

wyalusingmuseum@gmail.com for more information. Rain or shine.

BCRAC’S SCHOOLTIME PRESENTSTHE LIGHTNING THIEF

April 26, 2023 • 9:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Keystone Theatre, 601 Main St., Towanda

This dynamic musical adaptation of Rick Riordan’s bestselling book, The Lightning Thief, features an exciting rock score. 3rd-6th, Admission - $6.50 presale and $7.50 at the door, Some free parking available. Visit www.bcrac.org, call Carla Salsman at (570) 268-2787, or email programs@bcrac.org for more information. Rain or shine.

41ST ENDLESS MOUNTAINS MAPLE FESTIVAL

April 29-30, 2023 • 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Alparon Park, 436 Gate 1 Lane, Troy Breakfast all day - Fresh Maple Syrup, Rides, Games, Food, Vendors, American Idol Meets the Voice Talent search live, winners to perform with Aaron Kelly & Jimmy Mowery, Pancake Eating & Mac & Cheese Comp, Antique Tractors, Open Goat Show, Wine-beer tasting, Demo Derby, Monster Truck Show and more! Admission$6.00 Adults, Children 5 & Under FREE admission. Rides $6.00 Wrist Band, FREE Parking. Visit www. maplefestivalpa.com, call Cathy Jenkins at (570) 297-3648, or email info@troyfair.com for more information. Rain or shine.

APRIL MAY

ELVISTORY

April 22, 2023 • 7:00 p.m. 14 E. Main St., Canton Elvis is back from the Army and has returned to an America that is pitted in a Cold War with the Soviet Union, hoping to stop the spread of communism both on this planet and beyond. But while the world wonders if there will be a tomorrow, Elvis is in Hollywood, embracing his career as a movie star. Admission - $20.00, FREE Parking. Visit www.cantonrialto.org, call Bridget Callahan at (570) 692-0572, or email cantonrialto@gmail.com for more information. Rain or shine.

WYALUSING VALLEY MUSEUM PATCHWORK IN THE PEWS QUILT SHOW

April 22, 2023 • 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Wyalusing United Methodist Church, 85 Church St., Wyalusing

Enjoy quilts old and new at the Wyalusing Valley Museum’s Patchwork in the Pews Quilt Show. Admission - $5, FREE Parking. Visit wyalusingmuseum.com/events, call Morgan Clinton at (570) 746-3979, or email

PARAGON RAGTIME ORCHESTRA AND SILENT MOVIE

May 4, 2023 • 7:00 p.m.

14. E. Main St, Canton Come out and a enjoy a taste of a bygone era of the golden screen. Admission - Adult $15.00; 12 and under $5.00, FREE Parking. Visit www. cantonrialto.org, call Bridget Callahan at (570) 692-0572, or email cantonrialtotheatre@gmail. com for more information. Rain or shine.

VALLEY ARTS4ALL 2023

May 6-7, 2023 • Saturday 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Sunday 10:00 a.m.-4:0 p.m.

100 Riverfront Park Dr., Sayre Valley Arts4All is a two-day, juried arts and crafts festival designed to allow visitors of all ages to experience, participate in and enjoy all forms of art. Artisans, music acts, food vendors and students come together to sell, create and be inspired. FREE admission, FREE Parking. Visit www.valleyarts4all.com, call Kurt Priester at (570) 888-9102, or email valleyarts4all@gmail. com for more information. Rain or shine.

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A GILDED AGE TEA & TOUR

May 21, 2023 • 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. French Azilum, Towanda

Revel in the display and exhibit of AUTHENTIC clothing and accoutrements of the late 1800s. See if you’re ‘old money’ or the ‘nouveau riche,’ with an entertaining quiz. Then enjoy a delicious home made three course Afternoon Tea. Gluten free and vegan options offered. Admission$35.00, FREE Parking. Visit thefrenchazilum. com, call Deborah Courville at (570) 996-7534, or email thefrenchazilum@gmail.com for more information. Rain or shine.

10TH ANNUAL POUND THE GROUND FOR ULTRASOUND 5K/10K WALK/RUN

May 27, 2023 • 8:00 a.m.-10K; 9:30 a.m.-5K Riverfront Park, Sayre

This is on the Diahoga Trail along the river in Sayre, Pa. This is a great family event. Each runner receives a free breakfast after the race. All proceeds go to the First Look Ultrasound Center in Sayre, Pa, Admission - $25.00 online registration, FREE Parking. Visit www.runsignup. com, call Crystal Salsman at (570) 721-2936, or email crystal@empccfree.com for more information. Rain or shine.

JUNE

ENDLESS MOUNTAINS HERITAGE REGION’S 25TH ANNIVERSARY RIVER SOJOURN

June 2-10, 2023 • 6 p.m. on June 2 and 8 a.m. each day afterwards

Larnard-Hornbrook County Park, 1241 Hornbrook Rd, Towanda

The EMHR is hosting a weeklong river sojourn from June 3-10 that will take paddlers from Sayre to Shickshinny in commemoration of our 25th anniversary. A kickoff celebration is being planning the evening of June 2 at LarnardHornbrook County Park in Towanda. Admission - TBD, FREE Parking. Visit www.emheritage.org/ events, call Cain Chamberlin at (570) 265-1528, or email cchamberlin@emheritage.org for more information. Rain or shine.

BCRAC RAINBOW COLOR 5K RUN/ WALK

June 3, 2023 • TBA Keystone Theatre, Towanda, PA 18848, Towanda BCRAC is excited to host the second annual Rainbow 5K Color Run/Walk dedicated to bringing people together in a joyous, fun, and inclusive event. Proceeds from this event will support programs and workshops specifically dedicated to provide access to the Arts where everyone is celebrated. Admission - $25.00, FREE Parking. Visit www.bcrac.org, call Elaine Poost at

(570) 268-2787, or email elaine@bcrac.org for more information. Rain or shine - No rain date.

SAYRE ST. FAIR

June 3, 2023 • 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Desmond St., Sayre

The Sayre St. Fair is back and it is better than ever! Join us for a day of food, fun, and shopping! Follow the Sayre Business Association on Facebook to stay up to date with the latest! FREE admission, FREE Parking. Call Basil E. Bacorn at (267) 495-8714, or email basil@basilebacorn. com for more information. Rain or shine.

WELLNESS DAY AT FRENCH AZILUM

June 3, 2023 • 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. French Azilum, Towanda Come enjoy Azilum’s beautiful surroundings as you clear your mind and refresh your body at our Wellness Day. Listen to informal talks on the mind - body connection, nutrition, herbs and similar topics? Light healthy refreshments! Admission - $30.00, FREE Parking. Visit thefrenchazilum. com, call French Azilum at (570) 265-3376, or email thefrenchazilum@gmail.com for more information. Rain or shine.

SAYRE HISTORY DAY

June 3, 2023 • 10:00 a.m. 102 S. Lehigh Ave.., Sayre

Bring out your Sayre treasures: items, papers, photos, etc. to share with others, FREE admission, FREE Parking. Visit sayrehistoricalsociety.org, call Mary Lou Palmer at (570) 882-8221, or email sayehistorical@yahoo.com for more information. Rain or shine.

BCRAC’S LIVE THEATRE PRESENTSTHE REVOLUTIONISTS

June 10-11, 2023 • Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 1:30 p.m.

Keystone Theatre, 601 Main St., Towanda Playwright Olympe De Gouge, assassin Charlotte Corday, former queen Marie Antoinette, and Haitian rebel Marianne Angelle hang out, murder Marat, and loose their heads in Paris in 1793. Admission - $18.00/$15.00/$5.00 on SundayPay What You Can on Saturday, FREE Parking. Visit www.bcrac.org, call Elaine Poost at (570) 268-2787, or email elaine@bcrac.org for more information. Rain or shine.

BLACKSMITHING DAY!

June 10, 2023 • Noon-4:00 p.m.

French Azilum, Towanda

Our master blacksmiths will give students individual attention, and each student will take home a handy, attractive item they hAve. made themselves (brag to your friends!). Must be pre

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booked. Admission - $35.00, FREE Parking. Visit thefrenchazilum.com, call French Azilum at (570) 265-3376, or email thefrenchazilum@gmail.com for more information. Rain or shine.

EMHR’S YOUTH HERITAGE SOJOURN

June 15-17, 2023 • 10 a.m. on June 15 Endless Mountain Outfitters, 7474 PA Rte. 187, Sugar Run

The EMHR’s annual Youth Heritage Sojourn takes students (grades 6-12) on a three-day river journey along the North Branch Susquehanna River and teaches them kayaking safety, area history, environmental stewardship, and the ecology of the river. Students stay at Camp Lackawanna each night. Admission - $150.00 for all three days, FREE Parking. Visit www.emheritage.org/ events, call Cain Chamberlin at (570) 265-1528, or email cchamberlin@emheritage.org for more information. Rain or shine.

2023 SUSQUEHANNA SUMMER SOLSTICE FEST

June 16-18, 2023 • Friday - Noon-9:00 p.m.; Saturday - Noon-10:30 p.m.; Sunday - Noon5:00 p.m.

601 Main St., Towanda, PA 18848, Towanda and Sayre, PA

The Susquehanna Solstice Fest is a unique celebration of the arts coupled with environmental advocacy and an appreciation for the region’s remarkable history. This event is to be held at French Azilum, (between Towanda and Wyalusing, in Bradford County., PA. Admission - $20.00/day Adults $12.00/day Students Under 12 FREE admission. Multiple-day ticket discounts available, FREE Parking. Visit susquehannasolsticefest.com/, call Elaine Poost at (570) 268-2787, or email elaine@bcrac.org for more information. Rain or shine.

BCRAC’S LIVE THEATRE PRESENTSTHE REVOLUTIONISTS

June 17, 2023 • TBA

French Azilum, 469 Queens Rd, Towanda Playwright Olympe De Gouge, assassin Charlotte Corday, former queen Marie Antoinette, and Haitian rebel Marianne Angelle hang out, murder Marat, and lose their heads in Paris in 1793. Admission - TBD, FREE Parking. Visit susquehannasolsticefest.com/, call Elaine Poost at (570) 268-2787, or email elaine@bcrac.org for more information. Rain or shine - No rain date.

WILLIAM S. PIERCE MEMORIALSAYRE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

June 21-August 23, 2023 • 6:30 p.m. Howard Elmer Park, West Packer Ave.., Sayre The William S. Pierce Memorial - Sayre Summer Concert Series has been a staple

in the community since 1985. The concert series features musicians from throughout the Twin Tiers region on Wednesday evenings in Howard Elmer Park on the historic bandstand. FREE admission, FREE Parking. Visit www. sayreborough.org, call David Jarrett at (570) 8887739, or email concerts@sayreborough.org for more information. Rain or shine - No rain date.

29TH ANNUAL EMPCC GOLF TOURNAMENT

June 21, 2023 • 12:00 Shotgun Start

Towanda Golf Club, 645 Golden Mile Rd, Towanda

This is a Shotgun 12:00 start, scramble. All proceeds go to Endless Mountains Pregnancy Care Center, Admission - $100.00, FREE Parking. Visit, call Stacy Rogers at (570) 673-4476, or email canton@empccfree.com for more information. Rain or shine.

CENTRAL BRADFORD COUNTY GOLF TOURNAMENT

June 23, 2023 • 9:00 a.m. Shotgun Start

Towanda Golf Club, 645 Golden Mile Rd, Towanda

10th Annual Golf Tournament, AdmissionTBD, FREE Parking. Visit towandawysox.com, call Rhonnda Claiborne at (570) 637-5053, or email rhonnda@towandawysox.com for more information. Rain or shine.

DOWNTOWN SAYRE SUMMER SPLASH

June 23, 2023 • 5:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Fireworks at 10:05 p.m. Downtown Business District, West Packer Ave.., Sayre

Downtown Block Party - Event features local restaurants specials, food vendors, pop-up art studio, live music, and fireworks. FREE admission, FREE Parking. Visit www. sayreborough.org, call David Jarrett at (570) 8887739, or email concerts@sayreborough.org for more information. Rain or shine - No rain date.

JULY

FAMILY FUN DAY

July 1, 2023 • 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

French Azilum, Towanda Amazing magician, balloon artist, scAve.nger hunt and more. Bring a picnic and spend the day. Tours of the LaPorte House included! Admission - $2.00 for adults with child under 12. Children under 12. FREE admission. FREE Parking. Visit thefrenchazilum.com, call French Azilum at (570) 265-3376, or email thefrenchazilum@gmail.com for more information. Rain or shine.

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CANTON DOWNTOWN CELEBRATION

July 8, 2023 • 3:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

17 E. Main St., Canton

This FAMILY FRIENDLY event is FREE* to attend and features something for everyone! The event includes: Entertainment, Square Dancing, Games, Crafts, Food, Vintners and Distillers. *21 & Over has a $10 Tasters Fee, Admission - $0 - $10.00, FREE Parking. Visit www.cantonareachamberofcommerce. com/canton-downtown-celebration.html, call Amy Seeley at (570) 364-2600, or email cantonareachamberofcommerce@yahoo.com for more information. Rain or shine.

THE QUILT LADY

July 10, 2023 • 7:00 p.m.

102 S. Lehigh Ave.., Sayre

Hear the Quilt Lady tell about mail-order brides, FREE admission, FREE Parking. Visit sayrehistoricalsociety.org, call Mary Lou Palmer at (570) 882-8221, or email sayehistorical@ yahoo.com for more information. Rain or shine.

DESCENDANTS’ DAY/COMMUNITY APPRECIATION DAY

July 15, 2023 • 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. French Azilum, Towanda Come hAve. a tour of Azilum, learn its history, and meet some famous historical figures associated with Azilum--the LaPortes, Mme DuBarry, or even Marie Antoinette! Admission - Regular admission waived; donations welcomed! FREE Parking. Visit thefrenchazilum.com, call French Azilum at (570) 265-3376, or email thefrenchazilum@gmail.com for more information. Rain or shine.

ANTIQUE APPRAISAL DAY

July 15, 2023 • 10:00 a.m.

102 S. Lehigh Ave.., Sayre

For a small fee per item, find information and values. Bring up to three items. Admission - $5.00 per item, FREE Parking. Visit sayrehistoricalsociety.org, call Mary Lou Palmer at (570) 882-8221, or email sayehistorical@ yahoo.com for more information. Rain or shineNo rain date.

147TH TROY FAIR

July 24, 2023 • 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Alparon Park, 436 Gate 1 Lane, Troy

THE LARGEST EVENT IN BRADFORD COUNTY! Rides, Games, Vendors, Rosaire’s Racing Pigs, TJ Hill Magic, Aaron Kelly from American Idol & Jimmy Mowery from the Voice plus the winner of talent search, Daily Musical Entertainment, Dennis Beach Woodcarver, Sportsman’s Show, Agsploration Station & more! Admission - $10.00 Including Rides - $8.00 Pre-sale, FREE Parking. Visit www.troyfair.com, call Cathy Jenkins at

(570) 297-3648, or email info@troyfair.com for more information. Rain or shine.

DOWNTOWN SAYRE SUMMER SPLASH

July 28, 2023 • 5:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Downtown Business District, West Packer Ave.., Sayre

Downtown Block Party - Event features local restaurants specials, food vendors, pop-up art studio, and live music, FREE admission, FREE Parking. Visit www.sayreborough.org, call David Jarrett at (570) 888-7739, or email concerts@ sayreborough.org for more information. Rain or shine - No rain date.

AUGUST

BCRAC PRESENTS MATILDA THE MUSICAL

August 4-6, 2023 • 7:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday; 1:30 p.m. on Sunday Keystone Theatre, 601 Main St., Towanda Inspired by the beloved book by Roald Dahl, Matilda. Community auditions in Spring 2023. Admission - $15.00/$10.00/$5.00, FREE Parking. Visit www.bcrac.org, call Elaine Poost at (570) 268-2787, or email elaine@bcrac.org for more information. Rain or shine.

CANTON CLASSIC CAR SHOW

August 4, 2023 • 5:00 p.m. 35 W Main St, Canton Wonderful hometown classic car exposition with local food vendors, live radio bRd. casting, and judging for the best car! FREE admission, FREE Parking. Visit www. cantonareachamberofcommerce.com/ canton-pa-chamber-events.html, call Dean Vanderpool at (570) 364-2600, or email cantonareachamberofcommerce@yahoo.com for more information. Rain or shine - No rain date.

SQUARE AND ROUND DANCE

August 5, 2023 • 6:00-9:00 p.m. 1 Elizabeth St., Towanda Free Community Event. Date and Time are subject to change, please check our facebook page for updates, FREE admission, FREE Parking. Visit, call Rhonnda Claiborne at (570) 637-5053, or email rhonnda@towandawysox.com for more information. Rain or shine.

THE CIVIL WAR AT FRENCH AZILUM

August 5, 2023 • 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

French Azilum, Towanda Reenactors skirmishing all day. Watch trials, cooking contests, battles, and visit the camps! Evening brings a candlelight tour of the LaPorte House and canon firing (weather permitting).

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Admission - Regular admission, FREE Parking. Visit thefrenchazilum.com, call French Azilum at (570) 265-3376, or email thefrenchazilum@ gmail.com for more information. Rain or shine.

FALL FOLIAGE MOTORCYCLE TOUR

August 5-6, 2023 • 10:00 a.m. 35 W Main St, Canton Tour the beautiful mountains around Canton PA on this adventure motorcycle ride exploring the best of our remote environment and enjoying the fall weather. Includes free camping, entertainment and a wonderful community, Admission - $45.00, FREE Parking. Visit /www.tourarmeniapa.org, call Frank Watson at (570) 364-2600, or email cantonareachamberofcommerce@yahoo.com for more information. Rain or shine.

SPALDING MEMORIAL LIBRARY AND TIOGA POINT MUSEUM’S WINE & DINE + A BREW OR TWO

August 9, 2023 • 5:00-8:00 p.m. 724 South Main St., Athens Spalding Memorial Library and Tioga Point Museum are so excited to announce that Wine & Dine + a Brew or Two is back! Join us for a fun night of food, drinks, and fun with friends! Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at both the Library and Museum, Admission - $20.00, FREE Parking. Visit spaldinglibrary.org/wine-and-dine-plus-abrew-or-two, call Meaghann CampBell at (570) 888-7117, or email mcampbell@spaldinglibrary. org for more information. Rain or shine.

THE MAN WHO SHOT LIBERTY VALANCE

August 11-20, 2023 • TBD

Troy Sale Barn, Troy Dinner Theater. Dress in your best western wear as you become part of the experience of 1860 Saloon life while enjoying a steak and potato dinner. Professional actors join our local cast to give you the show of a lifetime. Admission - $50.00, FREE Parking. Visit Faceboook@ troycommunitytheatre, call James Blade at (570) 529-0620, or email jmblade@frontiernet.net for more information. Rain or shine.

WYALUSING NORTH BRANCH TRIATHLON

August 12, 2023 • 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wyalusing Valley High School, 11450 Wyalusing New Albany Rd., Wyalusing

This annual triathlon includes a 3.6 mile run, 4.6 mile paddle on the North Branch of the Susquehanna River and concludes with a 15.3 bike ride. Each racer will receive a t-shirt. Admission - Early bird registration: $50 for individuals or $45 for each team member, FREE Parking. Visit wyalusingnorthbranchtriathlon.

com, call Kelly White at (570) 746-4922, or email wyalusingchamber@gmail.com for more information. Rain or shine.

BARCLAY MOUNTAIN HERITAGE DAY

August 12, 2023 • 10:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 257 Mill St., Canton

This event highlights Barclay Mountain and educates visitors about topics relevant to its history, which is part of the mission of LeRoy Heritage Museum. The event features, presentations, demonstrations, exhibits, music, museum, and food. FREE admission, FREE Parking. Visit www.leroyheritage.org, call Matt Carl at (570) 364-5003, or email info@ leroyheritage.org for more information. Rain or shine.

ANNUAL GVCC GOLF TOURNAMENT

August 17, 2023 • 11:00 a.m. Shepard Hills, WAve.rly Annual Golf Tournament in support of our 3 area High School Scholarship Fund, Admission - Different sponsor levels will be available. FREE Parking. Visit, call Jan Lee at (607) 249-6192, or email jan.gvcc@gmail.com for more information. Rain or shine.

THE MAIL ORDER BRIDE

August 24, 2023 • 7:00 p.m. 102 S. Lehigh Ave.., Sayre Cathy Wiggs, the Quilt Story Lady, will give a presentation of “the Mail Order Bride.” FREE admission, FREE Parking. Visit sayrehistoricalsociety.org, call Mary Lou Palmer at (570) 882-8221, or email sayehistorical@ yahoo.com for more information. Rain or shine.

GREATER WYALUSING MUSIC FESTIVAL

August 26, 2023 • Noon until 10 p.m. Grovedale Winery, 71 Grovedale Lane, Wyalusing

The Greater Wyalusing Music Festival is entering its second year and will hAve. three main performers, lots of vendors and food trucks and this is a family friendly event. Admission - 30, FREE Parking. Visit wyalusing.net, call Kim Homer at (570) 746-4922, or email wyalusingchamber@ gmail.com for more information. Rain or shine.

SAYRE BOROUGH END OF SUMMER CELEBRATION & FIREWORKS DISPLAY

August 26, 2023 • 3:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Fireworks at 8:30 p.m.

Riverfront Park, West Packer Ave.., Sayre

The event features local food vendors, kid’s activities, back to school supplies, live music, and the area’s largest fireworks display at 8:30pm and musical soundtrack on Wiggle 100.3fm, www.visitbradfordcounty.com

2023 EVENTS

FREE admission - Donations accepted, FREE Parking. Visit www.sayreborough.org, call David Jarrett at (570) 888-7739, or email fireworks@ sayreborough.org for more information. Rain or shine - No rain date.

HISTORICAL WALKING TOUR

September 10, 2023 • 10:00 a.m. 102 S. Lehigh Ave.., Sayre Tour the downtown Sayre, PA and hear the history of Sayre, FREE admission, FREE Parking. Visit sayrehistoricalsociety.org, call Mary Lou Palmer at (570) 882-8221, or email sayehistorical@ yahoo.com for more information. Rain or shine.

PENNSYLVANIA HERITAGE FESTIVAL

September 16-17, 2023 • 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Alparon Park, 231 Gate #2 Lane, Troy

The Pennsylvania Heritage Festival, a ‘Living History‘ family-oriented event. The Museum and Heritage Village buildings will all be open with exhibits, demonstrations and tour guides. Handson activities and a touch of fall, food and music. FREE admission, FREE Parking. Visit www. paheritagefestival.org, call Barbara Barrett at (570) 786-9482, or email bbarrett362@comcast. net for more information. Rain or shine.

18TH WYALUSING VALLEY WINE FESTIVAL

September 16, 2023 • Noon-5:00 p.m. Corner of Rt. 6 and 5th St., Wyalusing Enjoy the tastes of Pennsylvania wines while supporting a good cause. Live music and food and beer is available to purchase onsite. Funds raised go to support the Wyalusing Valley Museum and Wyalusing Lions Club. Admission - $25.00, FREE Parking. Visit wyalusingwinefestival.com, call Morgan Clinton at (570) 746-3979, or email info@ wyalusingwinefestival.com for more information. Rain or shine.

HISTORIC COOKERY/OPEN HEARTH COOKING EXPERIENCE

September 30, 2023 • 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

French Azilum, Towanda

Learn to build a fire in the LaPorte House’s historic 1833 hearth, how to use and control heat, and how to create a three course meal using only 18th centry ingredients and methods. Then sit down and enjoy the meal with your fellow cooks. Must be pre-booked. Limited to six participants, Admission - $55.00, FREE Parking. Visit thefrenchazilum.com, call Deborah Courville at (570) 996-7534, or email thefrenchazilum@ gmail.com for more information. Rain or shine.

OCTOBER

FALL HERITAGE BENEFIT PADDLE

October 7, 2023 • 9 a.m.

Endless Mountain Outfitters, 7474 PA Rte. 187, Sugar Run

The fourth annual event will take paddlers on an 11-mile river journey along the Susquehanna River’s North Branch and conclude with a barbecue dinner, hard cider tasting, live music and a history presentation at Endless Mountain Outfitters. Admission - Costs vary depending on whether paddler rents a kayak/canoe or brings their own, FREE Parking. Visit www.emheritage. org/events, call Cain Chamberlin at (570) 2651528, or email cchamberlin@emheritage.org for more information. Rain or shine.

THE PARENT’S LOUNGE LIVE STANDUP COMEDY SHOW

October 13-14, 2023 • 7PM

205 S Elmer Ave., Sayre

“The Parent’s Lounge Live – An Evening of Standup Comedy” and a fantastic night of parental entertainment. The show features Comedians/ Actors: Jamie Kaler (Friends, Tacoma FD, My Boys), Jason Gowin (Extreme Paranormal, This Time Next Year, Hellier), Admission - $25.00, FREE Parking. Visit www.theparentslounge.tv, call Jason Gowin at (607) 742-0614, or email jgowen590@gmail.com for more information. Rain or shine.

CENTRAL BRADFORD TRIATHLON

October 14, 2023 • 8:00 .m. registration; 10 a.m. start Towanda Run, Kayak, Bike around beautiful Bradford County PA! **Dates and locations may change - please check our facebook page, AdmissionTBD, FREE Parking. Visit www.facebook.com/ profile.php?id=100078392885660, call Rhonnda Claiborne at (570) 637-5053, or email rhonnda@ towandawysox.com for more information. Rain or shine.

HALLOWEEN TOUR

October 19, 2023 • 5:00-7:00 p.m.

102 S. Lehigh Ave.., Sayre

A family oriented tour of the Sayre Historical Society Museum with re-enactments of Sayre history, FREE admission, FREE Parking. Visit sayrehistoricalsociety.org, call Mary Lou Palmer at (570) 882-8221, or email sayehistorical@ yahoo.com for more information. Rain or shine.

2023 EVENTS

ESCAPE THE GUILLOTINE!

October 21, 2023 • 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

French Azilum, Towanda

Re-live the anxiety of French nobles who had to elude captivity or face ‘Madame la Guillotine’ and death during the French Revolution. Timed entries must be pre booked. Admission - $30.00 per person, $50.00 per couple, FREE Parking. Visit thefrenchazilum.com, call Deborah Courville at (570) 996-7534, or email thefrenchazilum@ gmail.com for more information. Rain or shine.

NOVEMBER

25TH ANNUAL SAYRE BOROUGH CHRISTMAS PARADE

November 24, 2023 • 6:30 p.m.

Downtown Business District, Sayre

The area’s largest Christmas Parade features more than 65 floats, musicians, and local dignitaries welcome Santa Claus to Sayre and officially kicks-off the holiday season in the community. FREE admission, FREE Parking. Visit www.sayreborough.org, call David Jarrett at (570) 888-7739, or email parade@sayreborough.org for more information. Rain or shine - No rain date.

CANTON LIGHT NIGHT

November 24, 2023 • 6:00 p.m.

35 W Main St, Canton

Santa lights up our town’s Christmas decorations and takes time to gather the wishes of the children. A live nativity, horse drawn wagon rides, caroling, and refreshments are included. FREE admission, FREE Parking. Visit www.cantonareachamberofcommerce. com/canton-pa-chamber-events.html, call Amy Seeley at (570) 364-2600, or email cantonareachamberofcommerce@yahoo.com for more information. Rain or shine.

2ND ANNUAL HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS CABARET

November 25, 2023 • Matinee and Evening Shows

Keystone Theatre, 601 Main St., Towanda

Some of Bradford County’s finest talent return to their hometown stage for an evening of song, dance, and fun for all ages! Desserts and drinks are included with your ticket! Admission - TBA, FREE Parking. Visit www.bcrac.org, call Elaine Poost at (570) 268-2787, or email info@bcrac.org for more information. Rain or shine.

SPALDING MEMORIAL LIBRARY 9TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS MARKET

November 25, 2023 • 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

724 South Main St., Athens

Support local vendors on our front lawn for Small Business Saturday during our Annual Christmas

Market from 10AM-1PM! Admission - Vendor Cost: $10.00 - FREE admission for Visitors, FREE Parking. Visit, call Meaghann CampBell at (570) 888-7117, or email mcampbell@spaldinglibrary. org for more information. Rain or shine.

HOMETOWN CHRISTMAS

November 25, 2023 • 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. 50 Ballard St., Troy

Check out over 35 local farmers, producers and artisans selling fresh wreaths, soaps, lotions, crafts, wooden signs, honey, maple syrup, unique gifts, handmade art, etc! FREE admission, FREE Parking. Visit www.troysalebarn.com, call Nicole Harris at (570) 337-0815, or email troysalebarn@ gmail.com for more information. Rain or shine.

MODEL TRAIN DAY

November 25, 2023 • 10:00 a.m. 102 S. Lehigh Ave.., Sayre Exhibits and articles will be on display. Vendors will be available, FREE admission, FREE Parking. Visit sayrehistoricalsociety.org, call Mary Lou Palmer at (570) 882-8221, or email sayehistorical@yahoo.com for more information. Rain or shine.

DECEMBER

HOMETOWN CHRISTMAS

December 1-2, 2023 • 6:00-8:00 p.m. Friday and 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Saturday; 5:00 p.m. Main and Court St.s in Towanda, Towanda Friday night Christmas Tree Lighting on Main in front of Courthouse @ 6:30pm with free refreshments on Court St.. Events on Saturday from 10-4pm and Traditional Christmas Parade at 5pm on Merrill Parkway, FREE admission, FREE Parking. Visit www.facebook.com/ TowandaWysoxChristmas, call Rhonnda Claiborne at (570) 637-5053, or email rhonnda@ towandawysox.com for more information. Rain or shine.

To learn more about events: Bradford County Tourism Promotion Agency

1 Washington St., Suite B Towanda, PA 18848 (570) 265-TOUR www.visitbradfordcounty.com

The Bradford County

Flavorful festivals, fabulous fairs, Pennsylvania-proud parades—Bradford County has enough events throughout the year to fill the most discerning bucket list. What are you waiting for?

Endless Mountains Maple Festival

Maple lovers, and those who need to refresh their love of that sweet delight, should plan to celebrate the forty-first annual Endless Mountains Maple Festival on April 29 and 30 at Alparon Community Park in Troy. There will be, of course, a pancake eating contest, along with a host of other activities, events, and presentations, including a monster truck show, antique tractor show, demolition derby, maple judging, flea market, mac ‘n’ cheese competition, and rides. Parking is free, camping is available, and gate admission is just five dollars. Admission for kids five and under is free if they’re accompanied by an adult. For more information call (570) 297-3648, (570) 297-4828, or visit maplefestivalpa.com.

Valley Arts4All

“A true celebration of the arts,” Valley Arts4All is May 6 and 7, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., respectively, at Riverfront Park in Sayre. If the success of the past three events is any indication, this year’s incarnation of Arts4All promises to be, well, artful! Look for juried artists, student vendors, community art projects, handson art, and a selection of food, music, and crafts. Join Arts4All in supporting the advancement of arts in our schools and communities. See more on Facebook and at valleyarts4all.com.

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Canton Downtown Celebration

Downtown Canton is flourishing and comes alive! This Norman Rockwell-esque event sees the town shut down the main square, hosting live music, food truck options, adult beverage vendors, and much more to welcome residents to gather and guests to join in the fun. This family friendly event is a celebration of the great businesses and assets that lie within this quaint town in Western Bradford County.  Sponsored by the Canton Area Chamber of Commerce, this event is on July 8 from 3 to 10 p.m. and is their kick-off celebration, followed by the Classic Car Show in August, Fall Foliage Bike Tour (in conjunction with the Canton Lions Club) in September, and the very popular Small Business Saturday in November.  For more information about this event, please visit their Facebook page: Canton Downtown Celebration.

Troy Fair

Need to satisfy your cotton candy craving? Haven’t had your share of corn dogs, funnel cakes, strawberry shortcake, or fresh, homemade ice cream? Here’s the solution: Mark your calendar for the 147th Troy Fair at Alparon Community Park July 24 to 29. There is truly something for everyone at the Troy Fair, from the traditional agricultural exhibits and competitions to all kinds of community-based events and displays, music, fair queen crowning, tractor pulls, and lots and lots of great food. Gate admission is just ten dollars, and that covers parking, daily non-grandstand events, rides, entertainment, and the fun house. For updates on shows and other fair happenings, see troyfair.com or find the fair on Facebook.

The Bradford County

RiverFest

August will again bring the annual end-of-summer celebration in Towanda known as RiverFest, and it promises to be as fun-filled and exciting as all that have come before. The three-day party includes a carnival, kayaking and canoeing on the Susquehanna, music, all kinds of food, and fireworks (the weekend had not been determined before going to print). Many folks make RiverFest their annual opportunity to socialize with friends both old and new, neighbors, and former classmates, and you can, too! Visit towandaborough. org for more information, or call (570) 268-9203.

Wyalusing Valley Wine Festival

Nestled between Towanda and Meshoppen, the tiny borough of Wyalusing hosts an annual celebration of local and regional wines, delicious food, music, and vendors. The 18th Annual Wyalusing Wine Festival, held September 16, noon to 5 p.m., on the Tuscarora Wayne Campus at the corner of Route 6 and Fifth Street, began as a fundraiser for the Wyalusing Valley Museum and has since expanded to help raise funds for the Wyalusing Lions Club. There are typically at least a dozen wineries, each offering delectable samplings of their products. There is plenty of seating and a wine-check service. “It is a great opportunity to try some Pennsylvania wines, dance to some fabulous music, and enjoy the beauty of September along the Susquehanna,” says Morgan Clinton, curator of the Wyalusing Valley Museum. For the latest, visit wyalusingwinefestival.com.

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Pennsylvania Heritage Festival

The 2023 Pennsylvania Heritage Festival is September 16 and 17 at Alparon Park in Troy. This tribute to the past is a funfilled excursion into what used to be. Plan on living history demonstrations, arts and crafts vendors, a flea market, lots of hands-on kids’ activities, great food, music, and the popular pumpkin chucker. Admission is free. For more information, contact event director Debbie Lutz at (570) 2503070 or visit paheritagefestival.org.

Sayre Christmas Parade

The Sayre Christmas Parade is always the Friday after Thanksgiving, giving Santa just enough time to enjoy his turkey dinner before he has to pack the sleigh for the parade. The event, which marks its 25th anniversary this year, begins at 6:30 p.m. from West Lockhart Street near the high school and draws thousands. Find out the latest at sayreborough.org or on Facebook.

Explore Bradford County by Water

The Susquehanna River enters Pennsylvania in northcentral Bradford County at Sayre, winding south to Towanda before slipping easterly to Wyalusing. Not far afterwards it flows by the headquarters of Endless Mountain Outfitters at 7474 Rte. 187 in Sugar Run before leaving the county on its way to the Chesapeake Bay. Keith Brown and his team at EMO have lots of ways to help you explore Bradford County from the river.

Keith bought EMO in 2018 after working there for ten years—when he wasn’t teaching at the Towanda Area Junior/Senior High School. Much of his staff are teachers too, and—like the best schoolteachers—they know how to play while also taking care of logistics, so everyone stays safe and has a good time.

Whether you have a boat or need one, you can join them on one of their guided specialty paddles or schedule a shuttle to several locations for a custom trip you plan yourself. The Wine & Cheese (sometimes Cider & Cheese) Floats are the most popular trips. Meet at their shop for gear and shuttle five miles upriver. The trip includes snacks and a tasting on the water (they have a tasting canoe that makes the rounds) and afterwards everyone heads to either Grovedale Winery or Deep Roots Hard Cider for more fun. Other paddles forego the tasting boat but gather afterwards at such yummy places as The Flying Taco and Woody’s Ale House & Grille, both in Towanda, and Old School BBQ in Wyalusing.

Prices start at twenty-five dollars for BYOB (bring your own boat), and gear rentals include boat, paddle, and mandatory life jacket. These pre-planned trips are a great way to meet new friends, build some paddling skills, and get to know some of the great food and drink vendors in the county.

To celebrate the Endless Mountain Heritage Region’s twenty-fifth anniversary, a week-long sojourn on the North Branch Water Trail is scheduled for June 2-10, 2023. If the water is ever too low or too high for your comfort, try a paddleboard yoga class on Spring Lake, a Mount Pisgah State Park moonlight paddle, or just rent a bike. EMO has all the gear and information you need to make the most of a day outdoors.

EMO is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. seven days a week once school is out and closes for the season around the end of October. Get more information at EMO444.com, on Facebook, or by calling (570) 746-9140.

~Lilace Mellin Guignard

Painting the Towns

While you wander in four cities, enjoy the murals that tell the stories of Bradford County. “I like working big,” says artist Jonathan Laidacker. “It’s cool to envision with an entire group of people, to translate a bunch of different voices into one coherent project.” As artist-in-residence at Wyalusing High School, he brainstormed ideas with students. They came up with a landscape featuring the Wyalusing rocks, a ram representing the school’s athletic mascot, and “snapshots” celebrating the history of the school and town. The students began painting the project in 2019, which was continued by Jon in his Philadelphia studio, and installed at the high school at 11364 New Albany Road with the assistance of a new batch of students in late 2021. Jon is currently finishing a mural to be installed in early 2023 on the side of a historic train car on the property of the Bradford County Tourism Promotion Agency and Dr. Ryan Napp’s Chiropractic Center at 1 Washington Street in Towanda.

Debra Landy, of Friends of Sayre Public Art, says, “We’re learning that mural art is a unifier, a mood uplifter, a source of pride.” The two murals added to downtown Sayre in 2022 inspired art shows and celebration. One, by Sayre native Frank Evans in an alley adjacent to West Packer Avenue, features a walking bridge that once spanned the Lehigh Valley Railroad’s engine terminal; another, designed by art teacher Dana Twigg and painted on the side of Plants N Things at 107 West Packer Avenue, has a flowering tree sporting a painted swing. Many visitors take selfies posed with the art. “It keeps the artist community and the whole town engaged!” says Debra.

Well-known artist Sadie Allen (above) created numerous murals indoors and outside the Troy Sale Barn, at 50 Ballard Street in Troy, now used as an event center. The most impressive is a 200-foot-long wall depicting Troy a century ago. “I wanted to invest in our local community, to pay back and pay it forward,” says Nicole Harris, manager of the Sale Barn. The project was originally a collaboration between Sadie and artist Bonnie Bell, who died before the mural was fully begun.

“Teaching people how far we’ve come and how the sale barn can continue to be a showplace for art in the community for the next 100 years is important,” Nicole says.

Find more murals with the online tool paroute6.com/public-art-and-mural-trail.

~Karey Solomon

Rural Retreats

When you book a getaway, you don’t want to be the only one going the extra mile. Two centrally located Airbnbs have become welcoming reunion hubs for farflung family and friends.

Stonehedge Farm Escape in New Albany began as a large family home. It became an Airbnb property after Val Bolinger, wife of one of the four owners, began renovating and updating it with her father. “I fell in love with the space, the scenery, the peacefulness,” she says. “There’s a happy sigh at this home. It’s so inviting.”

The four-bedroom/three-bath home is stocked for a stress-free group vacation with plenty of amenities and linens—including extra towels for the outdoor seven-person hot tub. The kitchen offers an assortment of useful meal prep appliances and a pantry stocked with condiments, tea, coffee, and hot chocolate. Common areas include the Bear’s Den game room, a fitness room, and a living room with a gas fireplace. Outside there’s a lot of land to explore, a pond, several firepits, and a pavilion that can be enjoyed for family reunions, bridal parties, and other special occasions. Guests only need to bring their clothes and food.

“There’s a real hunger for being in the country,” says builder Greg Jones, who worked with his wife Sandi and family friend, Sondi Strohecker, to turn what was once a dairy barn into a luxurious yet rustic Airbnb they call the Troy Hotel 2.

While renovating the barn into a four-season dwelling with all the amenities, he reclaimed wood and repurposed farm implements for décor, like an old truck incorporated into a flowerbed, and the hood of a Farmall tractor as wall art. He’s particularly pleased with the relocated former corncrib nicknamed the “Cornzebo.”

There’s plenty of countryside for hiking and a pond for fishing, though recent guests—three old friends, long geographically separated—spent a weekend catching up and watching Hallmark movies. Another party left a note in their guestbook celebrating a young boy’s first catch while fishing with his grandfather.

Book a stay at Stonehedge or Troy Hotel 2 through Airbnb.com. Stonehedge can also be booked on Vrbo.com and can be found on Facebook. Owners will contact you only after a booking has been made.

~Karey Solomon

St., Wyalusing, PA 18853 (570) 746-1204

MOTELS

Rodeway Inn (J&B Motel, Inc.) 383 York Ave., Towanda, PA 18848 (570) 265-2178

Troy Motel

16 Motel Rd., Troy, PA 16947 (570) 297-2145

Twin Pines Motel 897 Pennsylvania Ave., Monroeton, PA 18832 (570) 265-2276

GUEST HOUSES/BED AND BREAKFASTS

Berry Fields Farm Guest House 138 Berry Ln., New Albany, PA 18833 (570) 924-3019

Hatch House Bed and Breakfast 1010 York Ave., Towanda, PA 18848 (219) 921-9325

Holcombe Guest House Bed and Breakfast 1029 West Main St., Troy, PA 16947 (570) 297-2460

Maple Ridge Vacation Rental 9044 LeRaysville Rd., Rome, PA 18837 (814) 395-3229

Marie Antoinette

72 Marie Antionette Dr., Wyalusing, PA 18853 (570) 265-4401

The Bradford Inn 8 State St., Towanda, PA 18848 (570) 268-9199

The BriMarie Inn and Restaurant 119 South Elmer Ave., Sayre, PA 18840 (570) 888-8800

The Golden Oak Inn Bed and Breakfast 477 Canton St., Troy, PA 16947 (570) 297-4315

Victorian Charm Inn 118 York Ave., Towanda, PA 18848 (570) 265-4452

Wilmot Walnut Creek Bed and Breakfast 1713 Main St., Rome, PA 18837 (570) 247-2246

Stonehedge Farm Escape 828 Sowden Rd., New Albany, PA 18833 (570) 721-1721

Moore House and Timbers Cottage @ Dewing Farm Rome, PA  18837 (570) 731-0411

The Douglas Place 405 Douglas Rd.Troy, PA  16947 (570) 337.0815

Sugar Run Rentals/Hefts 42 Whites Lane, Sugar Run, PA 18846 (570) 833-0337

Magic Touch Studio 308 York Ave.,Towanda, PA 18848 (570) 250-8688

Mark’s Valley View 152 Diner Road, Laceyville, PA 18623 (570) 869-2910

Pine Cradle Lake Campground 220 Shoemaker Road, Rome, PA 18837 (570) 247-2424

Rolling River Cabins and Campground 1200 Leisure Dr., Towanda, PA  18848 (607) 426-2666

Rylee Cole & Associates 13283 Route 220, Towanda, PA  18848 (570) 807-1796

Rylee Cole & Associates 3003 Old Mills Rd., Towanda, PA  18848 (570) 807-1796

Alparon Community Park Gate 1 LaneTroy, PA 16947 (570) 297-3648

Sugar Creek RV Park 20963 US 6, Towanda, PA 18848 (570) 637-7856

Check out Bradford County’s extensive list of vacation lodging options at AirBnb, VRBO, and HomeAway

Endless Wholesalers

Tucked at 42 Complex Drive (behind Pivot Physical Therapy) in Wyalusing is a new shop that makes it possible to grab a last-minute gift for that birthday party your kid just told you about—or redo your guest room before your mother-in-law drops in— without driving an hour. Endless Wholesalers is the result of two Wyalusing High School history teachers’ desire for a side hustle (the shop is conveniently right around the corner from the school). Eliza Fuhrey and Lori Morrison have been friends a long time. They knew they’d have fun running a business together. They didn’t know it’d be such a quick success.

Lori and Eliza have kids and know the long drives required for many ordinary purchases. So, they rented some storage bays, started buying pallets of items they could offer at a discount, and created a Facebook page. They officially opened July 4, 2021 (a date extra-special to history teachers).

The store operates a little differently. They are open Friday 2 to 7 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. You can just drop by, but if you join their private Facebook group (message them to be invited) each week you’ll see what items they have coming. You can reserve an item you want and come pick it up that weekend. They’ll have it waiting for you. If, after you look it over, you change your mind, that’s fine. No hassling with returns. Most of their pallets are bought from Target. Their core items are bedding, bath, small appliances, décor, and furniture. Toys are popular, and they quickly added clothes, especially winter items. “We’re teachers,” Eliza says, “so we know what kids need.” They stock seasonal craft and decoration supplies. And toiletries. See? Endless.

These items are always discounted. Sometimes they are dinged up and sold as is. Many customers buy furniture planning to paint or re-purpose it. Val Bolinger outfitted her new Airbnb in New Albany almost exclusively from Endless. “She was good to our store,” Eliza recalls. And the store is good to the community. The day before school started in the fall, they did a clothes giveaway. Hundreds of people showed up. Last summer they got a deal on pallets of dog beds. They sold many before giving one away with each dog adopted during the Bradford County Humane Society Clear the Shelters event last August. Find them on Facebook or email them at endlesswholesalers@gmail.com.

~Lilace Mellin Guignard

Stir Café

“I

had a great, stable job in a good career. So, I said, let’s chuck that and open a restaurant!” Allie Earle shakes her head as she sits in her sun-drenched café in the heart of Troy. She isn’t kidding about that first job—she was a maternity nurse. But the family business was in food service, and in May of 2022, Allie took her own plunge by renovating a building in a great location right on the corner in the business district.

“We redid everything but the floor,” she says, glancing around at the high ceilings, tincovered counter, eight tables, and two easy chairs in the front window. On a Saturday morning there is a steady stream of customers, many of whom order via the app for that mandatory caffeine hit. They come in with a wave and breeze out moments later, cup in hand. Lunches can be ordered over the phone and prepaid. There is a shelf with bags ready to pick up.

“It’s not fancy. I wanted a place for a fast bite to eat and something awesome to drink,” Allie says. There is a sizable drink menu, featuring coffee in all its glorious forms, seasonal specialties, and popular options like bubble teas.

Acai bowls (with a base of the super-berry puree) are huge sellers, including a build-yourown option with five toppings. There are pesto paninis, a turkey and avocado BLT, and ham and cheese with a homemade sauce. There’s also a kid’s menu curated by the youngsters.

“I got my nephew mac and cheese once and he peered in the bowl, sat back and said, ‘It’s not orange.’” Allie laughs. “Please note, our mac and cheese is only made with orange cheese.” Between that and the PB&J, you can see why there are a half dozen kiddos bouncing around the place while Mom and Dad caffeinate for the day.

There are vegetarian and gluten-free options for the health conscious, and ice cream in the warm weather for the rest of us. In fact, Allie used her prime location to put an order window in the side of the building for summer use. Italian gelato is a village favorite.

Stir is located at 1119 West Main Street in Troy. Look for the perpendicular parking and you might luck out with a spot in front. They are closed Monday, open 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. during the week, and till 3 p.m. on weekends. Find them on Facebook or call (570) 297-1194.

~Maggie Barnes

Keir Family Distillery

Jennifer and Sam are the third generation of Keir’s to build their life on these 300-plus acres in Warren Center. But they’re the first to have a distillery. In fact, theirs is the only such offering in Bradford County. It’s truly the Keir Family Distillery, with Jennifer’s dad making much of the furniture and others lending a hand during busy times. Open only weekends, there is often live music in the other side of the barn with musicians on a makeshift stage in front of the back wall of the barn—missing boards and all.

The young couple wears the slightly shocked expressions that come with a greater success than you hoped for. “Four hundred people for the grand opening in June,” Jennifer says with a disbelieving smile. “It was crazy.”

Vodka, whiskey, bourbon, and a menu of liqueurs is written on a slate board above a handmade bar top, illuminated by pendant lights attached to yokes. Fitting, since it is a barn.

If you aren’t paying attention, you could blow right by the distillery. But that would be a mistake. The place has a vibe that feels like you’ve come to visit family and they’ve brought out some bottles. You can do flights to taste a few at a time. Or try one of the cocktails Jennifer has created. The space is long and narrow and seems to have invented the word “cozy.” Everyone chats equally between friends and strangers, while the popcorn machine chirps along and the crockpot bubbles with meatballs. The opposite wall features vintage newspapers that were found when the barn was gently renovated. Family photos show the Keir tribe through the decades.

Have a Mildred’s Betty Boop, which swirls the orange-almond and lemon liqueurs together with cranberry juice, or a Shotgun Joe, whose tangy bourbon warms nearly as well as the cheerful company. Don’t let the brown sugar fool you—this isn’t sweet so much as spicy with a fairly good punch to it. The cherry liqueur would be amazing over ice cream. They produce a fine product with a sincerity you don’t find much anymore, and they are gracious and welcoming to all who cross their door. If they weren’t succeeding, that would be a shock.

The Keir Family Distillery at 469 Painter Road, Warren Center, is open Friday 6 to 10 p.m., Saturday 2 to 10 p.m. and Sunday noon to 4 p.m. Go to kfdistillery.com, follow them on Facebook, or call (570) 250-3580.

~Maggie Barnes

Mountain Lake Winery

Aquarter of a mile from Mountain Lake there is perhaps the smallest winery most folks have ever seen. A barn board building about twenty feet long sits beside a small field of grapes off a dirt road near the top of a hill. Welcome to Mountain Lake Winery. Small maybe, but mighty in the rainbow of wines they produce. Owner Mike Erwin retired from an education career and decided to try his hand at grape growing. His patch of earth produces bottles from dry whites to a colorful palate of sweet wines, to the dry reds he is most proud of.

“Actually,” says employee Jay Sanabria, “I think Mike just likes the science behind making a dry red.”

Science aside, the collection of fruity sweet wines is hugely popular, including Lady of the Lake, their best-selling bottle. They use what is called an east/west blend of cold weather grapes, mixing strong flavors with subtler ones to hit a mid note that appeals to many. And those fruits come from the neighbors, like the blueberries that Jay says they crush just like the grapes to get a better color and flavor. The result is cotton candy-like and good enough to pour over ice cream. The Niagara is classically grape-y and sweet.

“We are traditional,” Jay says. “Mike insists on punching the skins for these flavors. He is a true winemaker”—with a flair for naming his vinos. Sweet Seduction, Symphony of the Leaves, Red Leather Jacket, and Goodnight Darling sound like bottles with a story, so be prepared to concoct one when sharing them with friends.

Mountain Lake’s main tasting room is in Quakertown in Bucks County. The smaller Towanda version is an intimate experience, with a walking trail, patio, picnic tables, and benches to enhance your visit. In the good weather there are festivals and musical performances on the grounds. Bailey, the winery dog, patrols the area to be sure all is well. There is a small chiller in the tasting room with soda, local beer and cheese, and chips, so Bailey may charge you a nibble in exchange for her efforts.

Mountain Lake has also tapped into the wedding market, offering wines for the reception, mini bottles with personalized labels, engraved glasses, and the help of a certified server.

To arrange a tour or tasting at Mountain Lake Winery at 391 Bailey Road, Towanda, call Mike directly at (267) 436-1034. Visit them at mountainlakewinery.com and on Facebook.

~Maggie Barnes

Villa Sena

In 1964, Mike Sena’s parents opened a restaurant on a hill in Towanda. The land had been a summer camp for years. They cleared just enough space to nestle the building in the trees. Today, Villa Sena still stands among the pines, though they’ve grown up some. But the menu of classic Italian American favorites lives on. Mike and his partner Mary Ott know that you don’t mess with a good thing.

“We’ve refined the recipes through the years,” Mary says, while making a cocktail at the bar, “but 70 percent of our business is from our regulars. You don’t want to change too much.”

That consistency still brings folks in, largely for a rich, spiced tomato sauce that clings to pasta and fresh seafood served in traditional dishes. The sauce is the result of generation-spanning teamwork between Mike’s mom and Mary. “Slightly changed,” Mary says with her fingers an inch apart. There’s a good size bar at the entrance, and a private dining room in the back. The space is anchored by a large mural, depicting a fictitious meeting between Abraham Lincoln and George Washington, gifted to the Kaufman family, the original owners.

Villa Sena’s prices are very reasonable and the portions, while more than sufficient, are sized to finish without a take-home container. This combination brings in families and can make a weeknight dinner feel like something special.

“We try to control costs. We use local produce wherever we can,” Mary says, referencing Farmer Fred’s just down the road.

There are also a lot of happenings at the restaurant, like murder-mystery dinner theater and specialty nights. “We did a ‘Repeal of Prohibition’ night,” Mary says. “Complete with a bootlegger bringing in the liquor, 1930’s music, and an announcement of the repeal. It was a blast.”

But one of the true highlights is the deck, which is surrounded by trees and the gurgle of a vintage fountain, which was original to the building. “Mike had it restored and turned it back into a fountain,” explains Mary. On a warm summer night, listening to the water, and admiring Ringo, the restaurant cat who sprawls among the tables, one can’t help but hope nothing at Villa Sena changes anytime soon.

Villa Sena is located at 143 Villa Sena Blvd., Towanda, right off Route 220. They open at 5 p.m. for dinner Monday through Saturday. Find them on Facebook or call (570) 265-9986.

~Maggie Barnes

Alliger’s House of Wings

The House of Wings sits at an unlikely Sayre corner near car dealerships and a lumberyard. It looks like it was a single-family home at one point, with a sidewalk on two sides and a small parking lot. But for lovers of wings, it is heaven on earth.

“It’s a true neighborhood bar,” owner Jennifer Wilson says. “My parents bought it in 1983, and they introduced the wing to the Valley.” The local hotels also send a steady stream of guests. But, on a recent weeknight, Jennifer knows nearly everyone who crosses the threshold. There’s a game on, and the TVs are humming.

While it is true that you can get wings in just about any bar in America, Jennifer will tell you the secret to Alliger’s success: “Sauce.” Her parents were sauce scientists, trying and rejecting countless recipes to find the thirty best interpretations of the humble wing. The sauce is so much a part of Alliger’s fame, there is a separate business just bottling the stuff for online and retail sales.

“We get orders from all over the country. Military orders from Germany. We have people driving from Vermont to get their sauce supply,” Jennifer says. The flavors of wings you can get are a comprehensive mix of tastes and heat levels, which Jennifer says is very deliberate. “Everyone can find a flavor they like.” All are made with natural ingredients, no artificial flavorings, no modified food starch, and no corn syrup. Sure, there is the usual medium and hot, but how about Sweet Pineapple, Garlic Ranch Parmesan, Mexican, and something called Leprechaun’s Revenge that is only described as “dangerous.” But—steel yourselves, wing purists—there’s no celery.

All of this translates into Alliger’s ordering 1.1 million wings a year. There is more on the menu, of course, including salads, spiedies, and burgers. The service is friendly and fast—the result of a long-term staff that knows their stuff and most of their customers. Jennifer makes a point to keep her people happy, and they return that loyalty.

“When it works and it’s familiar and people are coming for a certain experience, don’t mess with it,” Jennifer says.

Alliger’s House of Wings, located at 201 Spring Street in Sayre, is open seven days a week at 11 a.m., except for Sunday when things start at noon. Get more information at houseofwings.com, call the restaurant at (570) 888-9805, or place sauce orders by calling (570) 263-7088.

~ Maggie Barnes

Rialto Theatre

When you’re 111 years old, you’ve seen a few changes. Back when the Rialto Theatre— then known as the Crawford Theatre—opened in Canton at 14 E Main Street in 1912, movies were silent, accompanied by an orchestra and gasps of amazement. Some patrons had traveled to visit the medicinal spa at Minnequa Springs. Some might have come from a circus wintering nearby.

These days, the program of movies and special events in the restored theater, now operated by Rekindle the Spirit, a regional nonprofit which re-opened the building in January 2022, offers more than your average cinema.

“I was really honored when they asked me to be the manager,” says Bridget Callahan. “I grew up in Canton when there wasn’t a theater, and I remember what it was like not having it.” The theater provides a venue for visiting musicians and live theatrical performances. Regular events to look forward to include Thursday Girl’s Night Out partnered with discounts at restaurants in Canton and Troy. Later in the evening a popular chick flick is shown, often accompanied by a wine-tasting offered by a local winery. One evening a mentalist came, surprising many with his accuracy. “Women say they can guarantee they’ll laugh and have a good time,” Bridget says. There are weekly video game nights, when you can reserve a two-hour slot and bring your gaming device to play on the big screen.

Seasonal programming includes a Halloween Scare-a-thon with showings of spine-tingling movies in October, and a series of Christmas movies in November. First-run movies are shown Friday and Saturday nights at 7 p.m., and Sundays at 5 p.m. Sunday movies are captioned. Classic movies are screened on Mondays.

In the lead-up to the winter holidays, a series of Christmas movies is screened, including two Polar Express Adventures geared for children, hosted by Bridget and her brother. “An elf conductor starts the movie, and the theater is decorated to look like the inside of a train car,” Bridget says. A chocolate milk bar, Christmas cookies, and a visit from Santa complete the experience. The schedule for 2023 is starting to fill. “Things are definitely continuing to develop,” Bridget says, looking ahead enthusiastically. “Our main goal is to be as involved in the community as possible and to make the theater the hub of the community.”

Find updated events at cantonrialto.org, on Facebook, or call (570) 692-0572.

Mike’s Guide Service

“I

have a nice office.” Mike Lionetti isn’t kidding. His office is the Susquehanna River, where he guides fishing trips for clients. Mike has been fishing the river since the age of four, and has both a deep knowledge of, and deep love for, the waterway. He is based on the north branch of the river that flows through the Endless Mountains.

“The river is a living, breathing thing. It changes every day,” Mike says. “I’m on it seven days a week, and I use that knowledge to give my clients a great experience.”

Smallmouth bass, muskie, and whatever else is swimming by is fair game, but only for catch and release. “This is for sport,” Mike says, “Not to eat.”

Mike offers all-day, eight-hour expeditions and adjusts where he takes clients depending on the conditions. There are also four-hour evening trips available. And he goes out as close to all year as the weather will allow. “I have fished on January first, if the weather cooperates. If not, we’re back on the water in March or April.”

You can tell Mike is very good at his work by the return rate of his customers. “Ninety percent of my business is repeat customers. Guys that make two trips with me each year—once in the spring, once in the fall.”

While he does have gear to loan out, Mike says fishermen usually have their own stuff. “They have favorite equipment. What they are paying for is my knowledge of the river.” Mike is also known for his patience and instruction with those new to the sport.

Some days the Susquehanna is not in the mood to be fished, but high water or muddy conditions after a storm don’t give Mike a day off. He moves to one of the local lakes or his own forty-threeacre lake, which he calls a “trophy bass factory.” Of course, everyone has to be licensed, and oneor three-day options are available online.

Bring whatever you need for a day on the water, but no bananas. “Bananas are bad luck on a boat,” Mike says with great seriousness. “Look it up.” (The reasons range from spiders to ethylene gas.)

Mike’s Guide Service is located at 1271 Hemlock Rd., Wyalusing. You can find him on Facebook and YouTube and make a reservation at susquehannariverguide.com. Try calling (570) 721-1202. If he’s not in, he’s off floating in his “office”—leave a message and he will get right back to you.

~Maggie Barnes

Shores Sisters

This farm market/café/bakery/home décor/greenhouse has become one of the pivotal businesses on the bustling Golden Mile in Towanda. But it didn’t start out that way. It began with a pair of sisters and a field of corn. “It was either selling sweet corn or milking cows!” Renee Wilson laughs as she recalls the ultimatum her father gave her and her sister, Raya, when they were teenagers.

Shores Sisters stands exactly where they once sold corn out of a truck, but now features a building, a huge variety of wares, and a cherished spot in the hearts of locals and visitors. Sister Raya is no longer involved; Renee co-owns the business with her husband, Mike, and employs fifteen to twenty people who, “remind me so much of myself when I started out,” in 2004.

Shores Sisters has worked hard to build relationships with local growers, and makes it a priority to use meats, greens, and grains grown nearby. From coffee roasted in Dushore, to flowers filling the greenhouse and porch, to homegrown Christmas trees, Shores Sisters reflects the seasons. Now with a café and bakery featuring soups, breads, and produce, even a gray winter day can be brightened by a visit.

“No, this wasn’t the plan when I was a kid,” Renee smiles as she greets customers. “But it is a good life.” So good, in fact, that Shores Sisters has outgrown its original footprint. Renee and Mike had to make a decision—stay as they are, with the limitations of space and parking, or take the business to the next level. They took the leap and bought the three adjacent properties. The plan calls for a 24,000-square-foot building and about 100 additional parking spaces but will keep the cozy shop feel they are known for.

“The [greenhouse] café can’t be used on days when it’s too hot or too cold,” Renee acknowledges. The new facility will have full HVAC and allow for true year-round use. Not that things aren’t happening now. The existing set-up was the scene recently for a bridal shower.

“We want to do a takeout window for the café via an app,” Renee says. Look for their grand reopening in Spring 2023.

Shores Sisters is located at 1003 Golden Mile Road in Towanda. The business is open Monday through Saturday (check hours for the market and café online) but closed on Sunday. For more information find them at shoressisters.com, on Facebook, or call (570) 265-0333.

~Maggie Barnes

The Burgers of Bradford A Guide to Some of the Best in the County

Building No. 9. Grille—16 Elmira Street, Troy (570) 297-9947

Charlie Earle operates this establishment that made it into the top ten of visitPA.com’s best burger joints in 2021. Only serving fresh, certified Black Angus beef, the classic offerings include the Cue Ball hamburger, the 8 Ball cheeseburger, and the 8 Ball Deluxe bacon cheeseburger. All come with onion, tomato, lettuce, and mayo, and you can add grilled onions, mushrooms, jalapeno peppers, and banana peppers. Whatever burger you order, you can double the meat for $4.50 or upgrade to a gluten free roll. Customers rave about the just-grilled flavor. But before you decide what to order, listen to Charlie. “The go-to burger is our Bourbon BBQ Burger,” he says. “It has our own house made bourbon BBQ sauce topped with battered onion petals.” He had us at bourbon…

Jimmy’s Park Hotel—127 Troy Street, Canton (570) 673-8777

There’s a three-way tie for the most popular burger in the house, according to bartender and server Alex Smith. The Jimmy’s Style—so-called because of the sweet and spicy sauce the owner created—also comes with sautéed onions, bacon, and your choice of cheese. For those who like it spicy, there’s the Walker Texas Ranger Burger with bacon, pepper jack cheese, mild BBQ sauce, jalapeno peppers, and crunchy jalapeno crisps. Alex’s favorite is the Warrior Burger with lettuce, tomato, onion, bacon, your choice of cheese, and A.1. sauce. Burgers are Angus beef and served on your choice of a toasted kaiser or pretzel roll. Take it from us, try the pretzel roll.

Oliver’s Pub & Grill—1550 Golden Mile Road, Towanda (570) 485-5202

Molly Craig, a chef at Oliver’s since 2018 when they opened, says many folks order the All American Burger (your standard burger with, of course, American cheese) but the Oliver Burger is just as popular. It’s topped with thinly sliced prime rib, caramelized onions, mushrooms, Gruyére cheese, and their house made horseradish sauce. They have a black bean burger with avocado for vegetarians, gluten free buns available, and their weekly specials get pretty creative. “Our baker made donuts one week, which we used as buns.” The standard half-pound patty was topped with cheese, bacon, and caramelized onions. There was a cherry and powdered sugar on top. It sold surprisingly well, Molly says. “We called it the Heart Attack.”

Tanner’s Bar & Grill—875 PA-199, Athens (570) 888-6531

While the cheeseburger with lettuce, tomato, and mayo is the bestseller, bartender Jeannie Hack says there’s lots of variety to choose from. One signature burger is the Thurburger, named for John Thurston, one of the owners. It’s served with a bourbon sauce, sautéed onions and peppers, and American cheese. Jeannie’s favorite is Tanner’s Melt, a burger with Swiss cheese melted over bacon and fried onions, served on Texas toast. When asked how to describe the burgers, Jeannie turned to a man at the bar who yelled, “They’re freakin’ awesome!” So, take it from Vern from Vestal, New York, who was eating a bacon burger, no onions.

Wyalusing Hotel—54 Main Street, Wyalusing (570) 746-1204

Every week there’s a new burger special. According to Adam Woodruff, head bartender and owner’s son, one special is a fan favorite: the Drunken Onion Burger—a half pound of Montrealseasoned chargrilled burger with gouda, bacon, house-pickled beer onions, lager-battered onion rings, topped with house made beer mustard and mayonnaise. The chef’s favorite special is the Steakhouse Burger, which is topped with a rosemary bacon bleu cheese, flash fried onions, sautéed mushrooms, and tarragon aioli. Their regular burger offerings show a lot of imagination, too. Consider the popular Monster Burger loaded with bacon, fried egg, crumbled bleu cheese, cheddar cheese, and ham. It’s served with a side of Dijon mustard. Try them all and then, come March, vote for your favorites during their Burger Bracket.

1882 on Desmond Bar & Grill—128 Desmond Street, Sayre (570) 882-9162

Gregg Henderson, the owner-and-sometimes-chef, says, “What makes our burgers special is the way we make them. They are a half pound of fresh, never frozen, beef. It gets mixed with a blend of five seasonings and hand formed one by one. They are cooked to order on a chargrill for that unmistakable flavor.” The restaurant’s only been around since 2020 but has quickly made a name for their burgers. The most popular is the 1882 Burger, which comes with American cheese, lettuce, onion, pickle, and a spicy version of Thousand Island dressing. But the chef’s favorite is the Boss Burger (probably named by the boss-and-sometimes-chef), which is topped with cheddar cheese, pulled pork, and onion rings. They are open seven days a week. Don’t miss Thursday Burger Night, featuring two dollars off the menu price of any burger—even the black bean veggie burger.

~Lilace Mellin Guignard

Our Chambers of Commerce

Canton calls itself “the friendly town,” and it will only take one visit to concur with that assessment. The Canton Chamber (cantonareachamberofcommerce.com) showcases the warmth of this historic community all year with a full slate of events including festivals celebrating local wines, cheeses, and apples; a classic car show; a block dance; and so much more. Canton has even convinced Santa himself to light up the downtown when it’s time to kick off the holidays. Canton’s rich history, hard-working residents, and beautiful scenery all give the chamber plenty to offer tourists, businesses, and residents alike. Plan your visit soon.

The Central Bradford County Chamber, celebrating the adjacent communities of Towanda and Wysox (towandawysox.com), can be found along Route 6, and offers a walkable downtown where local restaurants, shops, businesses, and Towanda’s beautiful 1896 courthouse can be found. Nature lovers can enjoy a leisurely stroll down Merrill Parkway’s walking trail along the Susquehanna River. Both Towanda and Wysox provide a variety of lodging options for visitors coming to enjoy one of the many local festivities, including the annual RiverFest (August), Hometown Christmas (December), a Triathlon and Halloween Parade (October), or SquareRound Dance (summer). Visitors can also enjoy a farmer’s market from May to October. Find the CBCCC on Facebook for up-to-date information on all the latest our communities have to offer. And be sure to stop along your drive down Route 6/Main Street!

The Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce (pennyorkvalley.com) in Waverly, New York, represents the historically rich Valley communities from both Pennsylvania and New York, including Athens, Sayre, Waverly, and the smaller, vibrant towns and boroughs dotting the countryside. A goldmine of hidden gems awaits at exits 60 and 61 of the Southern Tier Expressway. Interstate 86 (aka Rte. 17) straddles the Twin Tiers of southern New York and northern Pennsylvania and offers easy access to an exciting blend of natural beauty, a host of unique restaurants, shops, and lodging options, and numerous thriving businesses and Main Streets. For local events, check out Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce on Facebook.

The Troy Chamber of Commerce (troychamberofcommerce.com) describes its location as the “crossroads of historical Routes 6 and 14” at the heart of the Endless Mountains. The area plays host to a wonderful mix of events throughout the year, including the Endless Mountains Maple Festival, the PA Heritage Festival, and the Troy Fair. Recreation options include the nearby State Game Lands on Armenia Mountain (hunting, fishing, camping) and Mount Pisgah state and county parks (hiking, water activities) and outdoor sporting facilities in and near the town. Troy has a charming downtown, with tree-lined streets, Victorian homes, and businesses including bed and breakfasts/inns, specialty shops, and welcoming eateries. Don’t miss anything Troy has to offer.

The Wyalusing area is where the gift of the past joins with the present. The Greater Wyalusing Area Chamber of Commerce (wyalusing.net) is committed to presenting events such as the Community Music Festival, the North Branch Triathlon, and other unique happenings showcasing the history, the magnificent Susquehanna River, and the area’s bucolic settings. These events are fun for residents and visitors alike,and offer both the opportunity to enjoy everything this part of Bradford County has to offer, from restaurants, hotels, and Main Street businesses, to outdoor adventures like kayaking, hiking, and taking in the famous Wyalusing Rocks and Marie Antoinette overlooks. The Greater Wyalusing Chamber of Commerce welcomes all to experience an area filled with opportunities focused on business, leisure, and history.

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