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Because the commonwealth is rich in history, it stands to reason that we’ve had more than our share of historic figures in residence. Ten years ago, I wrote an article titled “Historic Homes of Famous Pennsylvanians,” which featured the homes of

famous people such as William Penn, Daniel Boone and Betsy Ross. Since then, I’ve wanted to write another installment of PA’s historic homes because there are so many more to visit. Some of these individuals are more famous than others, but they are all very interesting characters indeed. HISTORIC WAYNESBOROUGH

Historic Waynesborough was the birthplace and home of Revolutionary War general Anthony Wayne. His nickname “Mad” Anthony was assigned to him as a result of his reputation as a hothead and a strict disciplinarian. It’s likely that much of his success as a leader was due in part to strict discipline. The ragtag bunch of With close proximity to Philadelphia, Valley farmers and merchants turned solForge and the Brandywine Battlefield, Waynes- diers certainly needed it. In spite of borough is a valuable stop on a Revolutionary his reputation—or because of it, he War road trip. was a leader that men wanted to follow. 10 - W&W Spring 2013

After his military career, Wayne retired to Waynesborough to live out his years in quiet with his wife Polly. Retirement lasted only ten years before the president asked him to serve as major general and commander-inchief of the Legions of America. Located in Paoli, Chester County, Waynesborough is just minutes from the fields where Wayne led his troops into battle. Tours of the home are given Thursday through Sunday, March 31 to mid-December. While visiting, you may want to make the short 5-mile trip to Valley Forge National Military Park. 2049 Waynesborough Rd., Paoli, PA 19301 www.philalandmarks.org/ wayne.aspx 610-647-1779 FONTHILL CASTLE Photo courtesy of Visit Bucks County Henry Chapman Mercer (1856Fonthill Castle is truly a one-of-a-kind des1930) was an archaeologist and antination. The annual Old Fashioned 4th of July thropologist, but it was his work Celebration, held on the grounds of Fonthill, is with ceramic tiles for which he is best a family-friendly festival with turn-of-the-cenknown. In fact, if you’ve visited the PA tury games, picnic foods and patriotic music. State Capitol building, you’ve walked on them. Mercer was a major proponent of the Arts & Crafts Movement in “working history” museum still produces handmade tiles using a method similar to its America. Between 1908 and 1912, Mercer built founder and builder. You’ll need to travel about a mile down Fonthill Castle, made of poured concrete. The structure served a dual purpose as both the road to the Mercer Museum to truly get his home and a showplace for his Moravian a glimpse into the eclectic nature of Henry tiles. In its design he included elements of Chapman Mercer. His vast collection of apMedieval, Gothic, and Byzantine architec- proximately 40,000 objects is a veritable walk through 18th and 19th-century life in tural styles. Fonthill, in Doylestown, Bucks County, America. From important pieces of history is open for tours throughout the year, but to a 19th-century vampire kit, 55 exhibit reservations are strongly recommended. rooms are filled with a treasury of pre-InPlan to spend the day in Doylestown to dustrial Revolution history. Like Fonthill experience the extent of Mercer’s influence and the Tile Works, Henry Chapman Meron the area. His Moravian Pottery and Tile cer built the formidable structure that housWorks are located adjacent to Fonthill. This es his collection.

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East Court Street and Route 313, Doylestown, PA 18901 www.mercermuseum.org 215-348-9461 PENNYPACKER MILLS Pennypacker Mills (title photo) was the country estate of Pennsylvania Governor Samuel Pennypacker (1843-1916). The first Pennypacker (Pannebacker) to reside in the circa 1720 Colonial Revival mansion was Peter Pannebacker in 1747. As a young man, Pennypacker enlisted in the Army after General Lee invaded Pennsylvania in 1863. His company of soldiers was among the first to engage the Confederates at Gettysburg.

Like his father and grandfather before him, Pennypacker’s interest in public service led him into the political realm. Samuel Pennypacker served as Pennsylvania governor from 1903 to 1907. The boom of the Industrial Revolution was the catalyst for many social issues of the day. Pennypacker is remembered for passing the Child Labor Act of 1905, which set the minimum age for factory and mine workers at 14. A staunch conservationist, Samuel Pennypacker also created the position of commissioner of forestry. Today, Pennypacker Mills is furnished with the antiques collected by the former governor. The collection includes some of his political and personal papers. The Schwenksville, Montgomery County, estate hosts tours, exhibits, workshops and special events throughout the year. 5 Haldeman Road, Schwenksville, PA 19473 http://historicsites.montcopa.org 610-287-9349 GREY TOWERS

Grey Towers is the ancestral home of Gifford Pinchot, first Chief of the Forest Service and two-term governor of PA. Located in the quaint town of Milford, Pike County, Grey Towers was originally built by Pinchot’s parents as a summer home. No doubt this beautiful location influenced Gifford’s father to encourage his son to pursue a career in forestry. The burgeoning lumber industry of the 19th century had a profound and, in some instances, devastating effect on the nation’s Photo courtesy of the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau natural resources. Like his father, In addition to year-round tours of the home, the Conference Center at Grey Towers serves as a meet- Gifford Pinchot was concerned by ing place for groups representing conservation and this reality and led to his establishment the U.S. Forest Service. natural resource issues. 12 - W&W Spring 2013

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Joseph Priestley's manor house includes a laboratory wing where he published more than 30 scientific papers and identified carbon monoxide as a distinct "air." He died in his home on February 6, 1804.

In 1963, the Pinchot family donated Grey Towers and the 102 acres surrounding the estate to the U.S. Forestry Service. Today, the Pinchot legacy continues at Grey Towers through conservation education, events, tours, and walks. 151 Grey Towers, Milford, PA 18337 www.greytowers.org 570-296-9630 JOSEPH PRIESTLEY HOUSE Joseph Priestley (1733-1804) may not be considered a household name, but he identified something in 1774 that we canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t live without â&#x20AC;&#x201C; oxygen. Priestley was a renaissance man who counted among his friends Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson. His accomplished life included being a well-known theologian and political progressive. Some of his ideas were so

controversial for the time that his home in Birmingham, England, was burned in a riot. After that frightening incident, Priestley moved his family across the Atlantic to Northumberland, Pennsylvania. It was during his time in Pennsylvania that Priestley correctly identified carbon monoxide. Today, the Joseph Priestley House is a National Historic Landmark and National Historic Chemical Landmark. The furnishings inside the house reflect the time period when he was in residence. Tours are available weekends from mid-March through November. 472 Priestley Ave., Northumberland, PA 17857 www.josephpriestleyhouse.org 570-473-9474

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In addition to his love of the American Southwest, Zane Grey adored his home in the Pocono Mountains. An avid fisherman, his home situated along the banks of the Upper Delaware River was an ideal setting for his lifestyle.

ZANE GREY MUSEUM Though it is the American West that made him famous, Zane Grey called the banks of Upper Delaware River home. As a young man, Grey lived in New York but would retreat to Lackawaxen, PA, for his favorite pastime, fishing. It was on one of these trips that he met his wife, Lina Elise Roth, or “Dolly” as he called her. After marrying in 1905, the couple settled in a farmhouse overlooking the confluence of the Lackawaxen and Delaware Rivers. It was here, in 1912, that Grey penned his most noted book, “Riders of the Purple Sage.” Though Grey loved his home in Pike County, he often visited the Southwest, where he gained inspiration for some of his books. Zane and Dolly lived in their Lackawaxen retreat with their three children until 1918, when they moved to California. Zane Grey was a prolific writer whose success allowed him to fish all over the world. In fact, he held more than ten world records for large game fish. He was also the first person to catch a fish over 1,000 pounds with a rod and reel (a 1,040- pound blue marlin in 1930 in Tahiti). The treasured home of the Grey family from 1905 to 1918 is now the Zane Grey Museum. Visitors are able to take a free self-guided tour with National Park Service

rangers and volunteers on hand. Grey’s office and study hold memorabilia, books, and photographs of one of America’s most beloved authors. The museum is typically open Memorial Day through Labor Day. 135 Scenic Drive, Lackawaxen, PA 18435 www.delawareriverhighlands.com/pike/ attractions/zanegrey/ 570-685-4871 If you’d like to read my first installment of “Historic Homes of Famous Pennsylvanians,” log on to whereandwhen.com and click on the link or use your smart phone to scan the QR code below.

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Northern Region calendar of events

March Feb 25-Mar 3. Race Car Show. Area race car enthusiasts show off their cars throughout the mall. The Columbia Mall, Bloomsburg. www.ColumbiaMall.com Mar 1. Performance: Nrityagram Dance Ensemble. The Indian dance company is a crucible of inspiration and ideas, a coming together of creative minds that push themselves to the absolute limits of their abilities, and a space where dancers, musicians and choreographers live together for years, developing their ideas, perfecting their technique and complementing their learning of dance with a knowledge of mythology and the epics, Sanskrit, yoga, meditation and the martial arts. 8pm. Weis Center for the Performing Arts at Bucknell University, Lewisburg. 570-577-1000, www. bucknell.edu/WeisCenter Mar 1-3. Coyote Hunt. Top dog prize is $1,000, and prizes for top male and female dogs will be awarded. Ridgebury Volunteer Fire Company, Bentley Creek. 570-596-2891, www. ridgeburyfireco.org Mar 1-31. Susquehanna Heartland Wine Trail. Stop by the family-owned wineries on the trail in the Susquehanna heartland and sample the many varieties the region has to offer. Various locations. www.PAWineTrail.com Mar 1-9. Performance: Rounding Third. This play reflects the passions, the joy and the pain that fills the heart of any person who has ever loved a child who was competing for anything. Hamilton Gibson Productions, Wellsboro. 570-7242079, http://hamiltongibson.org Mar 2. Performance: Lady Gaga’s Born This Way Ball World Tour. 6:15pm. Bryce Jordan Center, University Park. 814-865-5555, 800-359-5175, www.bjc.psu. edu Mar 2. Dr. Seuss’ Birthday Party. Story times every hour, with special guests, silly crafts and activities throughout the day. Adm. Wear a crazy hat for an adm discount. Children’s Museum, Bloomsburg. 570-389-9206, www.the-childrensmuseum.org

Mar 2. Humdinger Trail Run. A 7.1-mile trail run that has been designed to test the early season stamina of its participants. The course will again start out in fields - not roads so it won’t be a fast start. Montour Area Recreation Commission, Danville. 570-271-1055, http://MontourRec.com, http:// Rivertownrace.com Mar 2-31. Maple Sugaring. Discover the tradition and learn the sweet story of maple sugaring: how it was discovered, how it was made years ago and how to make it today. Saturdays and Sundays only. Meet at the park’s Sugar Shack, near Pavilion 7. Parker Dam State Park, Clearfield. 814-765-0630 Mar 2-3. Susquehanna Valley Chorale Concerts. The Sorrows and Joys of Spring 2013. Featuring Karl Jenkins’ Stabat Mater, the Welsh composer’s contemporary work that is based on the 13th-century Roman Catholic prayer and reflects on the grief felt by Mary, mother of Jesus. Six unique and sophisticated movements feature a wide-ranging array of ethnicity, instrumentation and mood. Zion Lutheran Church, Sunbury. 570-547-0455, www.svcmusic.org Mar 2, 10. Maple Sugaring Open House. Programs begin on the hour (noon, 1, 2 and 3pm) in the Environmental Education Center with a talk and film featuring the natural and cultural history of making maple sugar. Afterward, a short walk through Goose Woods takes participants to the Sugar Shack to experience the sights, sounds and scents of maple sugaring. PPL Montour Preserve, Danville. www.pplweb.com/citizenship/ environment/preserves/montour.aspx Mar 2. Relay for Life Craft/Gift Expo. 10am-3pm. Exhibit Building, Jefferson County Fairgrounds, Brookville. www.jeffcofair.com Mar 3. Performance: Voca People. Aliens from planet Voca visit Earth, where they’re teaching audience members how to talk in a capella. 3pm. Bromeley Family Theater, Bradford. 814-362-2522, www.bcpac.com Mar 4, 11, 18. Ready to Learn. For children ages 2 to 5 years old with an adult, the program is offered on Monday mornings from February to April. Call for dates and times and to register. Scholarships available. Children’s Museum, Bloomsburg. 570-389-9206, www.the-childrens-museum.org Mar 4. Wheelchair Engineers. Handicapped or disabled children and adults are encouraged to join in the fun and help build a train. Located next to Loose Ties Railroad. The Columbia Mall, Bloomsburg. 570-389-9206, www. ColumbiaMall.com Mar 5. Country Line Dancing Lessons. Country line dance lessons with Janet Tucker. Tuesdays at 7:30pm. Ballroom of Rolling Pines Golf Course and Banquet Facility, Berwick. 570-752-1000, www.rollingpinesgc.com

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Mar 6. Lecture: Civil War Patriotic Envelopes as Weapons of War. With speaker Ken Lawrence, philatelic writer and researcher, antebellum and Civil War historian and stamp collector. 7:30pm. Donation requested. Pennsylvania Military Museum, Boalsburg. 814-466-6263, www.pamilmuseum.org

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Mar 6-10. Performance: Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson. This irreverent punk rock musical looks at one of the nation’s founding rock stars, reinventing the life of Old Hickory from his humble beginnings to his days as the seventh president. Clarion University Little Theater, Clarion. 814-3932787, 800-672-7171, www.clarion.edu/339773/

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Mar 8, Apr 12, May 10. Forest County Music Association. Any players welcome. Attendees may listen and see live bluegrass bands perform during this truly enjoyable event for all. 6:30-11pm. MACA Building, Marienville. 814-927-8515

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Mar 9. Downtown Bloomsburg Local Artist Day. Art shapes both the spirit and the vitality of a region as Bloomsburg hosts a special community arts event, including art openings at ArtSpace, The Moose Exchange and other downtown locals featuring the Susquehanna River Arts artists. Free adm. Various locations, Bloomsburg. 570-784-8279, 570-2756700, www.itourcolumbiamontour.com Mar 9. Community Day. Local nonprofit organizations provide information on their organizations. Free. The Columbia Mall, Bloomsburg. 570-387-4909, www.ColumbiaMall.com Mar 9-10. Charter Day Weekend - Military Movie Madness Saturday. The museum will reopen to the public on March 9 with a Military Movie Madness Festival from 10am-4pm. Regular adm rates apply. On March 10, Charter Day, there will be free adm to commemorate the granting of the charter from Charles II to William Penn that founded Penn’s Woods in 1681. Pennsylvania Military Museum, Boalsburg. 814-466-6263, www.pamilmuseum.org Mar 9. Winter Carnival. Ski Denton, Coudersport. www. skidenton.com Mar 9. The Honeycutters. Appalachian honky tonk from Ashville. Sweeter than honey. Elk Creek Cafe and Aleworks, Millheim. www.elkcreekcafe.net Mar 10. Performance: Spring Concert. Bloomsburg University Chamber Orchestra. Cathal Breslin, piano. St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Bloomsburg. 570-784-4515, www. departments.bloomu.edu/music

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Mar 8-10. Southern Clarion County Sportsman Show. A 20-team corn hole tournament on Friday evening, a Bow Baseball archery shoot double elimination tournament and the Foot Hill Spurs Chapter of the NWTF turkey calling competition on Sunday, with the winners earning a trip to the NWTF’s Grand National Competition. Activities for big kids and little kids. East Brady Community Center, East Brady. 814-229-8648, www.sccsportsmanshow.com

Mar 10. Performance: Saxton’s Civil War Cornet Band. Recreates the sounds, appearance and conduct of brass bands during the antebellum and Civil War eras. Scottish Rite Auditorium, Williamsport. 570-323-6012, www.lycoming. org/wcca Mar 10. Commonwealth Charter Day. Tour the American home of the English clergyman who discovered oxygen and first found that plants supply oxygen to the atmosphere. Refreshments will be served in the Visitor Center. 1-4pm. Free adm this day only. Joseph Priestley House Museum, Northumberland. 570-473-9474, www.josephpriestleyhouse.org Mar 10. Performance: Favorites With Flute, Southern Tier Symphony. 3pm. Bromeley Family Theater, Bradford. 814-362-5155, www.southerntiersymphony.org Mar 11-13. Kidsburg Dining Club - Variety Week. Proceeds from meals purchased all day long will be donated to Kidsburg 2.0 to help rebuild the beloved playground. Participants may enjoy great food with family and friends while knowing they’re helping to build the playground funds. 11am-10:30pm. The required flier can be obtained from the Kidsburg Facebook page. Quaker Steak & Lube, Bloomsburg. 570-389-9464

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events subject to change Mar 13. Performance: America’s Got Talent. NBC’s top-rated summer hit is taking the show on the road. Bryce Jordan Center, University Park. 814-865-5555, www.bjc.psu.edu

Mar 14. Performance: Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company: Song of the Phoenix. Engaging the audience with the majestic thunder of martial arts and the rhythm of poetry, dancers glide across the stage with color, intensity and a whisper of Chinese tradition. Degenstein Center Theater, Susquehanna University, Selinsgrove. 570-372-2787, www. susqu.edu/arts/artistseries.asp

Mar 15-16. 4th Annual Bluegrass Festival. Holiday Inn Clarion, Clarion. 814-226-8760, www.hiclarion.com

Mar 16. Art Day! Five different art stations for make-andtake and make-and-leave art projects. Attendees may also view the After School Art Show and enjoy local artist demonstrations, special music and more. Adm. Children’s Museum, Bloomsburg. 570-389-9206, www.the-childrens-museum.org Mar 16. Penny Party! Bring spare pennies, coins and dollars to add to the museum’s Exhibits Fund. There will be crafts, games and penny bingo at noon with prizes and more. Lincoln impersonator Jim Haney will offer an interactive presentation and question-and-answer time from 11am-noon. Adm. Children’s Museum, Bloomsburg. 570-389-9206, www. the-childrens-museum.org

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Mar 16. Easter Bunny Arrival & Hippity Hop Parade. Stop by for the arrival of the Easter Bunny. The event will begin in BonTon Court at 11am with entertainment, and the Hippity Hop Parade with the Easter Bunny will immediately follow, where children who bring Easter baskets can collect candy from participating mall stores. Columbia Mall, Bloomsburg. 570-387-4909, www.columbiamall.com

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Mar 19-Apr 18. Exhibit: Merrill Steiger: Worlds Collide. Enjoy the visual collision of the contrasting realms of science and religion. The Gallery at Penn College, Williamsport. 570-320-2445, www.pct.edu/gallery

Mar 16. Performance: Let’s Rock! The Williamsport Symphony Orchestra will collaborate with a rock group for this concert. Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570-326-2424, www.williamsportsymphony.org Mar 16-17. Performance: Buffalo Valley Singers Spring Concerts. A 75-member community choir will perform inspirational, patriotic and popular music by Aaron Copland and other American composers. St. John’s United Church of Christ, Lewisburg. 570-966-4770, www.buffalovalleysingers.blogspot.com

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Mar 20. Performance: Neil Berg’s Broadway Song & Dance. An all-new show direct from New York that recreates some of the greatest moments from everyone’s favorite musicals and features some of Broadway’s most memorable choreography. Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570-3262424, www.caclive.com Mar 20. Lecture: Personal Experience as a War Author With Bill Robertson. 7pm. Smethport. 814887-5142, www.smethportchamber.com/old_jail_museum.htm Mar 20. Spring Into Kane With Wild Wednesday. Enjoy a guided hike and learn about the area’s plants. Kane. 814-837-6565, www.kanepa.com Mar 20. Performance: Celtic Women. 7:30pm. Eisenhower Auditorium, Penn State Main Campus, University Park. 814-863-0255, www.cpa.psu.edu

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events subject to change Mar 22-23. Columbia County 1813-2013 Bicentennial. Columbia County celebrates 200 years with a re-enactment, a parade, music, history, displays, food, events, fireworks and more. Caldwell Consistory Fairgrounds, Bloomsburg. 570-389-5608, www.columbia-200.com Mar 22-24. Performance: Puss in Boots & Other Cat Tails. International dialects, clever transitions and creative use of percussion accentuate this entertaining set of cat tales. Community Theatre League, Williamsport. 570327-1777, www.ctlnet.org Mar 22-24. Central PA Outdoor & Sports Show. Exhibitors, demonstrations and clinics, expert seminars and entertainment. View hunting and fishing products, plan outdoor sport and camping retreats and shop for supplies, gear boats, RVs, ATVs and more. Expo II, Clearfield Fairgrounds, Clearfield. 814-765-5256, www.centralpaoutdoorshow.com

Mar 28. Performance: Circa Contemporary Circus. Based in Australia, Circa is redefining the circus artform. Their performances embrace improvisation, multimedia and collaboration and are infused with an immersive use of light and sound. 7:30pm. Bucknell University, Weis Center for the Performing Arts, Lewisburg. 570-577-1000, www.bucknell.edu/ WeisCenter Mar 29-30. Easter Craft & Gift Show. A large selection of Easter foods, plants, crafts and gifts, as well as free entertainment by Country Kids Jamboree. The Easter Bunny will visit, and children will receive a free treat. Sunbury Market House, Sunbury. 570-447-0938, www.puppenmeister.com Mar 30. Breakfast With the Easter Bunny. Treasure Lake, DuBois. www.treasurelakepoa.com

Mar 22-Apr 19. Exhibit: Affairs of the Art Exhibition & Open Reception. Features distinguished student artwork, including paintings, drawings, digital graphic designs, digital photographic prints and ceramics. Blaisdell Hall, Bradford. 814-362-5155, www.upb.pitt.edu

Mar 30. Red Moshannon Race. Experience the backwaters of Clearfield County firsthand while taking part in this 44-year-old race. It is recommended that racers have experience, as well as self-rescue and swift paddle skills. West Branch Susquehanna River, Peale Bridge, Grassflat. www. tusseymountainoutfitters.com

Mar 23. Wedding Expo. Lakeview Lodge, Treasure Lake, DuBois. www.treasurelakepoa.com

Mar 30. BVFC Easter Egg Hunt. Bring the kids to meet the Easter Bunny and hunt for eggs. Brookville Volunteer Fire Company, Brookville. 814-849-5400, www.bvfc2.net

Mar 23. Gardening Day. Meet author Kerry Ann Mendez and hear gardening experts, learn techniques, try hands-on activities and have the chance to win door prizes. Northern Tier Career Center, Towanda. 570-265-2896 Mar 23-24. Che-Hanna Rock & Mineral Club Annual Show. Museum displays, kids’ activities, UVBob Fluorescent show, dealers selling minerals, fossils, lapidary and jewelry. Athens Township Volunteer Fire Hall, Sayre. 570928-9238, www.chehannarocks.com

Mar 30. Cook Forest Half Marathon & 5K Run. 13.1-mile and 5K runs along the picturesque National Wild and Scenic Clarion River. 11am. Registration/start area at Shelter 2, Cook Forest State Park, near the entrance to Tom’s Run, Cooksburg. 814-393-2081, www.cookforest.com/marathon/ Mar 30. Community Easter Egg Hunt. Talleyrand Park, Bellefonte. www.visitbellefonte.com/events.php

Mar 23. 7th Annual Kettle Creek Valley Outdoor Show. Seminars, vendors and exhibits for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages. NWTF Turkey Calling Contest for youths and adults. 9am-4pm. Kettle Creek Hose Company, Cross Fork. www.kettlecreekvalley.com

Mar 31. Cook Forest Easter Egg Hunt. After sunrise service and Gateway’s Easter brunch, take the kids to hunt for Easter eggs. 2pm. Preregistration required. Cook Forest, Cooksburg. 800-843-6862, www.gatewaylodge.com

Mar 23-24. 9th Annual Maple Weekend. Local maple producers will make maple syrup and open their sugar shacks to the public. 10am-4pm. Maps and information are available online. Various locations in Potter and Tioga counties. www.pamaple.com

Mar 31. Easter Sunrise Service. Plan on arriving around 6:30am to ensure a good seat. 7-8am. Ridge Camp Park Amphitheater, Cook Forest State Park, Cooksburg. 814-7448407, cookforestsp@state.pa.us

Mar 23. Share the Love One-Mile or 5K Run/ Walk. 2pm. Start and finish at Brookville YMCA, Brookville. 814-849-7355, www.brookvilleymca.com Mar 23-24. Shaver’s Creek Maple Harvest Festival. Shaver’s Creek, Petersburg. 814-863-2000, www. shaverscreek.org Mar 28. Performance: Nightlife Series: The Wiyos. The Wiyos exemplify performance styles of the 1920s and ’30s. They are described as being Vaudeville-esque and having folk Americana style with grungy harp, crazed steel guitar, rockabilly bass, human beat box and three-part harmonies. Sayre Theatre, Sayre. 570-268-2787, www.bcrac.org

April Apr 1-30. Caring for Communities: Earth Month Celebration. The series will bring attention to the special qualities and pleasures to be found in the local natural environment. With wetland explorations, owl prowls, star gazing, canoeing/kayaking, wildflower walks and much more. Various locations, Union County. 570-524-8666, www.linnconservancy.org Apr 2. Performance: Ninety Miles. A trio of acclaimed American jazzmen jam with chief musicians from Cuba. 7:30pm. Schwab Auditorium, Penn State Main Campus, University Park. 814-863-0255, www.cpa.psu.edu

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events subject to change Apr 3. Lecture: The Vietnam War in the Context of 1968 America. With speaker William Allison, Army War College staff. 7:30pm. Donation requested. Pennsylvania Military Museum, Boalsburg. 814-466-6263, www.pamilmuseum.org Apr 4-7. Performance: Oh, the Humanity Theater. These largely sane plays feature people alone or in pairs or both, attempting to present themselves in the best light, or ultimately, desperately, in any light. 7:30pm. Blaisdell Hall, Bradford. 814-362-5155, www.upb.pitt.edu Apr 5. Performance: DALA. Winner of the Canadian Folk Music Award for Vocal Group of the Year, DALA makes use of the lush vocal harmonies and considerable talents on guitar and piano of members Amanda Walther and Sheila Carabine to create a uniquely insightful brand of acoustic pop/folk music. 7:30pm. Carver Hall, Kenneth S. Gross Auditorium, Bloomsburg University, Bloomsburg. 570-389-4409, www.bloomu.edu/ CAS Apr 5. Performance: Black Bear Crossing. Musicians will entertain with their hammered dulcimers, violin, harp and other instruments to create an evening of toe-tapping Celtic tunes. Community Theatre League, Williamsport. 570327-1777, www.ctlnet.org Apr 5-13. Performance: Duck Hunter Shoots Angel. The wacky comedy by the renowned Mitch Albom, author of Tuesdays with Morrie, boasts an equally wacky bunch of characters from the swamps of Alabama to the offices of New York City. Black Box at the Deane Center, Wellsboro. 570-7242079, http://hamiltongibson.org Apr 6. Performance: An Evening with Colin & Brad. Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood - stars of the Emmynominated Whose Line Is It Anyway? - have teamed up to present an evening of extraordinary improvisational comedy. Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570-326-2424, www. caclive.com Apr 6. Performance: Ronnie Milsap. A country music legend and one of pop musicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s greatest crossover artists. 7:30pm. Bradford Area High School auditorium, Bradford. 814362-2522, www.bcpac.com

Apr 6. Cameron County Canoe & Kayak Classic. Breakfast and registration at the Emporium Country Club from 7:30-11am. One of the largest down-river paddling events in the state along a 12-mile strech of the Driftwood Branch of the Sinnemahoning Creek. Start across from Emporium Country Club, Emporium. Finish line in Driftwood. www.canoeclassic.org Apr 9. Performance: Hugh Masekela. The South African music legend has covered the globe and played with many top stars. Masekela has written a number of international hits and sold several million CDs. Bucknell University, Weis Center for Performing Arts, Lewisburg. 570-577-1000, www. bucknell.edu/WeisCenter Apr 9. Performance: The Murder of Fledglings, Dr. Marvin Thomas. Set in the time after the War of the Roses, the story of Edward and Richard, the sons of Edward IV, is examined. 8pm. Rice Auditorium, Fisher Hall, Bradford. 814362-5155, www.upb.pitt.edu Apr 11-May 13. Exhibit: Fairytales & Fiber. With featured artists Linda Doucette and Sara Mika. Free adm. Artspace Gallery, Bloomsburg. 570-784-0737, http://artspacebloomsburg.com Apr 12. Performance: One Night of Queen. A spectacular live concert recreating the look, sound, pomp and showmanship of arguably the greatest rock band of all time Queen. Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570-326-2424, www.caclive.com Apr 12. Performance: Rufus Reid & Bucknell Jazz Band. Quiet Pride, a five-movement musical tribute to prominemt sculptor Elizabeth Catlett, will be performed. The presentation is a mix of music and multimedia featuring projections of Catlettâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sculptures. 8pm. Bucknell University, Weis Center for the Performing Arts, Lewisburg. 570-577-1000, www.bucknell.edu/WeisCenter Apr 12. Performance: HAIR. An electric celebration on stage. Parental discretion is advised. 7:30pm. Eisenhower Auditorium, Penn State Main Campus, University Park. 814863-0255, www.cpa.psu.edu Apr 13. The Taming of the Brew. The hottest ticket in town. This beer festival, food tasting and BTE fundraiser all in one keeps patrons coming back for more. The ticket cost includes entrance and access to 25 breweries and restaurant food samples. Caldwell Consistory, Bloomsburg. 570-784-5530

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events subject to change Apr 13-14. Battery B Drill Weekend. The Civil War re-enactment group of the 3rd Pennsylvania Volunteers will encamp on the grounds, demonstrating the loading and firing of artillery pieces during the annual safety training and recruitment drive weekend. Interested persons of all ages are invited to enlist. 10am-4pm. Pennsylvania Military Museum, Boalsburg. 814-466-6263, www.pamilmuseum.org Apr 13. Performance: Stunt Dog Experience. The cast of performers and dogs will delight audiences of all ages with high-energy excitement from beginning to end. Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570-326-2424, www. caclive.com Apr 13. Spring Antique & Collectible Show and Sale. Exhibitors from Pennsylvania and New York. 10am4:30pm. The Pine Creek Inn, Galeton. 814-435-2652, www. lumbermuseum.org Apr 13. Performance: Nittany Valley Symphony - Rascals and Romantics. 7:30pm. Eisenhower Auditorium, Penn State Main Campus, University Park. 814231-8224, www.nvs.org Apr 16. Performance: Vocal Arts Ensemble Spring Concert. Student vocalists will perform. 11:30am. Blaisdell Hall, Bradford. 814-362-5155, www.upb.pitt.edu Apr 17-21. Performance: The Underpants. Steve Martin brings his comic genius and sophisticated literary style to Carl Sternheim’s classic 1910 farce. Bloomsburg University Players. Alvinia Krause Theatre, Bloomsburg. www.buplayers. org Apr 17. Performance: Philadelphia Organ Quartet. Featuring four of the finest solo organists today, the quartet offers dazzling musicianship leavened with large doses of humor and on-stage banter between the players. Scottish Rite Auditorium, Williamsport. 570-323-6012, www.lycoming. org/wcca Apr 17. Performance: Luciana Souza: Brazilian Duos, Featuring Romero Lubambo. Grammy winner Luciana Souza is one of jazz’s leading singers and interpreters. 7:30pm. Free. Bucknell University, Weis Center for the Performing Arts, Lewisburg. 570-577-1000, www.bucknell. edu/WeisCenter Apr 17. Penn State Centre Stage Presents 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. 7:30pm. Downtown Theatre, State College. www.theatre.psu.edu Apr 18. Performance: DePue Brothers Band. A vivid blend of bluegrass, classical and rock genres. 7:30pm. Bromeley Family Theater, Bradford. 814-362-5155, www.upb. pitt.edu Apr 18. Performance: The Magic Flute. 7:30pm. Eisenhower Auditorium, Penn State Main Campus, University Park. 814-863-0255, www.cpa.psu.edu Apr 19. Performance: Kathleen Madigan. In her 22-year career, Madigan has never been hotter. Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570-326-2424, www.caclive.com

Apr 19-21. Woodsy Owl Weekend. Volunteers will gather to do service projects such as litter pickup, painting, tree planting and trail maintenance. Volunteers will receive free weekend camping. Parker Dam State Park, Clearfield. 814-7650630, www.VisitPAParks.com Apr 19-21. 2nd Annual Chainsaw Carvers Roundup & Auction. Chainsaw demonstrators will showcase their special carving talents. Carving will take place Friday and Saturday, with an auction of the pieces Saturday afternoon. 9am-5pm. Sawmill Center for the Arts, Cooksburg. 814-927-6655, www.sawmill.org Apr 19-20. Blue-White Weekend. The Blue-White football game on Saturday is the centerpiece for activities throughout the weekend, which will also include a carnival, fireworks, food vendors, live music and performances at the student entertainment stage. State College and University Park. http://gopsusports.com Apr 20. Performance: Nightlife Series: The Peacherine Ragtime Orchestra. The orchestra will play the underscore live to Charlie Chaplin’s The Rink, Buster Keaton’s Cops and Harold Lloyd’s Get Out and Get Under. Expect to hear waltzes, two steps, marches and rags composed by Scott Joplin and George M. Cohan. Sayre Theatre, Sayre. 570-268-2787, www.bcrac.org Apr 20-21. 2nd Annual Susquehanna River Arts Open Studio Tour. Drive through the spring landscape of Columbia and Montour counties, visiting participating Susquehanna River Artists. During this tour and sale, guests will be welcomed into the artists’ workshops. Various locations in Columbia and Montour counties. 570-275-6700, www.itourColumbiaMontour.com Apr 20. Kids Day: Dress Up & Discover! Children of all ages will get to try on the field gear and head gear from the museum education collection. Attendees should bring cameras to take photos at one of three backdrops in the museum theater. Attendees may visit the education stations in the galleries for more fun discoveries. 10am-3pm. Buy-one-getone-free adm rates apply. Pennsylvania Military Museum, Boalsburg. 814-466-6263, www.pamilmuseum.org Apr 20-21. Earth Day at Bilger’s Rocks. Free primitive camping Friday and Saturday. Band music and campfire activities to go along with the days of constructive community service to the park and forest area. Bilger’s Rocks, Grampian. 814-236-1617, www.bilgersrocks.com Apr 20. American Heritage Crafters Spring Celebration. The annual spring celebration offers fun, food and craft demonstrations from distinctive outdoor crafters. Kuhns Bros. Outlets, Milton. 570-742-0721, www.kuhnsbrosoutlets.com Apr 20-21, May 18-19. Coolspring Power Museum Open Days. More than 250 historically significant internal combustion engines depicting 125 years of development of Industrial America. 10am-5pm. Coolspring Power Museum, Coolspring. 814-849-6883, www.coolspringpowermuseum.org

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Apr 21. Performance: Voca People. A completely original thrilling musical adventure unlike anything audience members have experienced before. Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570-326-2424, www.caclive.com Apr 21. Spring Quilt Show & Sale. 24 handmade quilts will be on display, and one quilt will go to the lucky winner of a giveaway drawing. A turkey and ham all-you-can-eat family-style dinner will be served. 11am-1:30pm. St. Joseph Social Hall, Lucinda. 814-226-7288, www.st-joseph-lucinda. org Apr 23. Robinson Museum Opening Day. Brand new exhibits featuring Elk County’s fire departments. Robinson Museum, Ridgway. www.elkhistoricalsociety.org Apr 24-28. Performance: Seascape. In Edward Albee’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play, Charles and Nancy are enjoying a day at the beach comtemplating their impending retirement when they encounter another, quite unusual couple. Clarion University Little Theater, Clarion. 814-393-2787, 800672-7171, www.clarion.edu/339773/ Apr 26. Performance: Grammy Award Winner Kathy Mattea. The unmistakable voice of the triple Grammy Award winner will explore music’s most basic human essence through timeless melodies and uplifting narratives. Haas Center for the Arts, Mitrani Hall at Bloomsburg University, Bloomsburg. 570-389-4409, www.bloomu.edu/CAS

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events subject to change Apr 26-May 11. Lewisburg Arts Festival. The weeklong celebration of the arts is bracketed by two main events: the Market Street Festival - art, entertainment and food along Market Street - on Apr. 27 and Lewisburg Live! - 8 to 10 bands in venues throughout downtown on May 4. In between will be art and photography exhibits, performances, workshops, demonstrations and a children’s play. Downtown Lewisburg. 570-524-5221, www.lewisburgartscouncil.com Apr 26. 11th Annual Art Auction. The auction benefits Festival in the Forest. There will be a live auction and a special silent auction. 7pm. St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Tionesta. 814-927-5154, maysfarm@earthlink.net Apr 27. Performance: Endless Mountains Barbershop Chorus Annual Show. Tunkhannock Area High School auditorium, Tunkhannock. 570-836-8595, www.harmonize.com/tunkhannock Apr 27. Renaissance Jamboree. A festival of food, free entertainment, kiddie rides and hundreds of handmade arts and crafts. Free adm. Historic Main Street, downtown Bloomsburg. 570-784-2522, http://visitbloomsburg.com/ Apr 27, May 4. Night Sky Tour. Experience the splendor of the night sky, observe the constellations through a laserguided sky tour, hear the legends and myths surrounding these patterns in the night sky and explore star clusters and other deep space objects. 9-10:30pm. Cherry Springs State Park, Coudersport. www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/findapark/cherrysprings/index.htm Apr 27-Sep 2. Exhibit: Dinosaurs Come to Life. An exciting walk-through exhibit featuring dinosaurs from the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods. Kids can enjoy a dino dig scene while visitors of all ages will be awed with dinosaurs like Baryonyx, Styracosaurus, the emu-like Citipati and of course the fearsome T-Rex. Clyde Peelings Reptiland, Allenwood. 800-REPTILAND, www.reptiland.com Apr 27-Oct 31. Butterfly House. See nearly 300 butterflies in the native butterfly greenhouse. Guests may walk among flowering perennials as they indentify butterflies - monarchs, swallowtails, zebra longwings, buckeyes and more. Clyde Peelings Reptiland, Allenwood. 800-REPTILAND, www. reptiland.com Apr 27. Ridgway YMCA Triathlon. A five-mile run, 15-mile bike race and then a nine-mile canoe/kayak race down the scenic Clarion River to the finish. Registration 8-10am. Start time is 11am. Ridgway Courthouse, Ridgway. 814-7761146, www.ymcaridgway.com Apr 28. Performance: Theodora. The Williamsport Civic Chorus will perform G.F. Handel’s oratorio Theodora. The audience will enjoy the love story with orchestra and soloists. St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, Williamsport. www.williamsportcivicchorus.org Apr 28. Westline Leekfest. A celebration of the great leek crops that flourish wildly in the local forest, with bands, vendor booths and food booths. The Westline Inn, Westline. 814-837-8041, www.westlineinn.com/events/

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May May 3-4. 47th Annual Potter/Tioga Maple Festival. Enjoy a variety of locally made maple sweets and treats, vendors, music, kiddie rides, a parade and the crowning of the Maple Sweetheart. 9am-4pm. Potter County Courthouse Square, Coudersport. www.coudersport.org May 3-4. Performance: Susquehanna Valley Chorale Sock Hop Pops Concert. Remembering the ’50s, when crooners, classic pop and big bands gave way to up-tempo rock and roll and the rising middle class could afford to buy the latest smokin’ crazy 45s. Weber Chapel Auditorium, Susquehanna University, Selinsgrove. 570-547-0455, www. svcmusic.org May 3-4. The Annual Birding Cup. A contest among teams of birders to identify the most bird species in a 24-hour period in the central Pennsylvania region (Huntingdon, Centre and adjoining counties). 7pm. Shaver’s Creek, Petersburg. http://shaverscreek.org May 4. Performance: Pops Concert. The Bloomsburg University-Community Orchestra will present themes and medleys from many of the best-loved movies of all time. Composers will range from John Williams to Henry Mancini. Popcorn and beverages will be provided at intermission. Presented by the Bloomsburg University Music Department. 7pm. Mitrani Hall, Bloomsburg. 570-389-4409, www.departments.bloomu.edu/music May 4. Stinkfest. This annual festival celebrates the leek, also known as the spring onion. Food and craft vendors, amusement rides for kids, entertainment, a Lil Stinker contest and outhouse races. 11am-6pm. Bradford. 814-362-4086, www.stinkfest.org May 4-5. Hazen Antique & Flea Market. Hundreds of vendors selling antiques, crafts and food. Warsaw Township Firehall, Brookville. 814-328-2536, www.hazenfleamarket.com May 4. Clear Creek Fishing Derby. Kids will have fun learning about fishing, baiting their hooks, cleaning their catch and more. Clear Creek State Park, Sigel. 814-752-2368, www.dcnr. state.pa.us/stateparks/parks/clearcreek.aspx May 4. Run for the Son. A nice ride through Pennsylvania’s countryside with prayer and a picnic lunch along the way provided by Christian Motorcyclists Association. A bike blessing the following day. 9am. Meet at Brookville Motorsports, Brookville. 814-849-0004, www.brookvillemotorsports.com May 4-5. Central Pennsylvania Orchid Show. Snider Agricultural Arena, Penn State University, University Park. http://agsci.psu.edu/ag-arena/events/

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events subject to change May 5. Cinco de Mayo Cruise. There’s no better way to celebrate Cinco de Mayo than cruising on the Hiawatha Riverboat. Susquehanna State Park, Williamsport. 570-3262500, www.ridehiawatha.com May 5. Performance: Celebrating Gettysburg, Southern Tier Symphony. A symphony concert celebrating Gettysburg. 3pm. Bromeley Family Theater, Bradford. 814-362-5155, www.southerntiersymphony.org Mar 7-17. Flood Stories Too. Local homes, neighborhoods and lives and the local valley were transformed in the fall of 2011 by Tropical Storm Lee. In this program by Gerard Stropnicky, performers transform area residents’ words and stories about that record-breaking event into an epic production of heartbreak and survival. Alvina Krause Theatre, Bloomsburg. www.bte.org May 7. Performance: Symphonie Fantastique. The Williamsport Symphony Orchestra will perform Berlioz’s Symphonie Fantastique, which is without a doubt a turning point in the history of orchestral music. Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570-326-2424, www.williamsportsymphony.org May 9. Performance: Dreamgirls. Full of onstage joy and backstage drama, the sensational new production tells the story of an up-and-coming 1960s girl singing group and the triumphs and tribulations that come with fame and fortune. Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570-326-2424, www. caclive.com May 10-12. LEEK Hunting & Mountain Preserve Open House And Motorcycle Run. Live auction and dinner on Friday evening. Saturday will feature a motorcycle benefit run, vendors, food and games. There will be a sunrise worship service on Sunday at 9am. LEEK Hunting and Mountain Preserve, Oswayo. www.leekpreserve.org

May 10-11. Kare for Kane. Hundreds of volunteers will help to beautify Kane. 9am-9pm. Kane. 814-837-6565, www. kanepa.com May 10. Clarion Wine Walk. Participants can wine their way through beautiful downtown. 5-9pm. Clarion. 814-2269161, www.clarionpa.com May 10-18. Performance: Tioga Changes Theatre of Place. Scores of stories colleged from all over Tioga County find a voice in this theatrical culmination, which is an exciting and affriming celebration of the community. Hamilton Gibson Productions, Wellsboro. 570-724-2079, http://hamiltongibson.org May 11. Performance: Nai-Ni Chen With the Ahn Trio. Drawing from elements as opposite as the flowing lines of Chinese calligraphy and the thundering motion of the martial arts, Nai-Ni Chen is one of the few established AsianAmerican choreographers who meld the dynamic freedom of American modern dance to the stoic discipline of the Chinese classical arts. 8pm. Haas Center for the Arts, Mitrani Hall, Bloomsburg University, Bloomsburg. 570-389-4409, www. bloomu.edu/CAS May 11. 61st Annual Germania Ham & Leek Dinner. Enjoy a great meal featuring Potter County’s famous leeks. 3:30pm. Germania Fire Pavilion, Galeton www.galetonmonitor.com May 11. 12th Annual West Branch Susquehanna River Wild Canoe/Kayak Race. Experience the backwaters of the West Branch Susquehanna River while partaking in 11 of the 102 miles that run through Clearfield County. Open to all levels of experienced canoe/kayak enthusiasts. Registration at 8am. Race starts at 11am. Rolling Stone Bridge, Karthaus. 814-263-7321, 814-263-7200, www.visitquehannaarea.com

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events subject to change May 11. 39th Old Town Sportsmen’s Association Annual Fishing Derby. Lower Witmer Park, Clearfield. 814-765-6354, www.oldtownsportsmens.com May 11. Milton Cultural Festival. A celebration of the many different cultural backgrounds that make up the Susquehanna River Valley with an international food court, crafts, children’s activities, vendors, educational and nonprofit groups and entertainment. Downtown Milton. 570-742-0379 May 11. Woodsy Owl Workday. A volunteer opportunity to complete hands-on projects. 8am-1:30pm. Preregistration required. Clear Creek State Park, Sigel. 814-744-8407 May 11. International Migratory Bird Day Celebration. Enjoy a guided birding hike, spend time watching bald eagles through spotting scopes and take part in other fun bird-related activities. All park activities are free. 9am2pm. Wildlife Center at Sinnemahoning State Park, Austin. 814-647-8401, www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/findapark/sinnemahoning/index.htm May 11-12. Trout Derby & Geocaching Fish Run. Fishing derby at Elk Creek and geocaching hunt. Registration on Friday. All ages are welcome for the weekend of family fun. Food on-site includes breakfast, lunch and dinner and chicken barbecue. Camping available. Fishing starts at 6am. Geocaching starts at 3pm. Ridgway Firemen’s Grounds, Ridgway. 814-773-3636, www.stleosfishingderby.com May 11-14. 52nd Annual AAUW Used Book Sale. More than 2 million books. 9am-9pm daily. Snider Ag Arena, Penn State University, University Park. www.aauwstatecollege.org May 11. Performance: Elisabeth von Trapp. Born and raised in Vermont, Elisabeth is the granddaughter of the legendary Maria and Baron von Trapp, whose story inspired The Sound of Music. The State Theatre, State College. http:// thestatetheatre.org May 12. Ray of Light Awards. The Ray of Light Awards for Excellence in High School Theatre is an annual program to develop and promote the efforts of area high school music theater and drama programs. Community Theatre League, Williamsport. 570-327-1777, www.ctlnet.org May 13. The Fly PA Flyfisher’s Tournament. Evergreen Farms, Spruce Creek. www.ccysb.com/events.htm May 16-18. Spring Gas Up - Luthersburg. Machinery auction on Saturday at 10am. Homemade ice cream, flea markets, quilters, yarn spinning, food booth, tractor pulls, children’s pedal tractor pulls and games, a barrel train and evening entertainment. Fairgrounds at Luthersburg. 814-583-5313 May 17. Performance: The Corral. Mix of rock, country and bluegrass tunes from the likes of Steve Earle, Waylon Jennings and more. Community Theatre League, Williamsport. 570-327-1777, www.ctlnet.org May 17. YMCA Doggie Jog 5K Run/Walk. Participants can bring their best furry friends for the dog 5K run and walk. All dogs must be leashed. 7pm. Clearfield Drive-In Park, Clearfield Fairgrounds, Clearfield. 814-765-5521, www. active.com

May 17-19. Middlecreek Valley Antique Association Antique Show. The association’s annual spring antique machinery show, featuring antique tractors, engines and other related farm equipment, along with displays, demonstrations, flea market and craft vendors and lots of good food. Show grounds, Selinsgrove. 570-374-9420, www.mvaapa.org May 17-19. Gus Macker & Allegheny Burger Festival. A three vs. three tournament for players of all ages. Betts Park, Warren. 814-723-3050, http://wccbi.chambermaster.com/events/ May 18. Montrose Chocolate & Wine Festival. Montrose. 570-278-1230, www.chocolatewinefestival.com May 18. 8th Annual Upper West Branch Triathlon. The course takes participants through some of central Pennsylvania’s most scenic and breathtaking areas, challenging the most seasoned competitor but also serving as an excellent race for beginners who are interested in competing in future races. 10am. Curwensville Lake, Curwensville. 814765-2629, www.clfdccd.com May 18. Mifflinburg Mayfest. Celebrating German heritage with craft vendors, food, music, Maypole dancing, a Plein Air event and art sale, historic re-enactments and more. Historic District of Mifflinburg. 570-966-1355, www.mifflinburgpa.com May 18. We Gotta A Regatta. Participants will float or paddle the Tuna on a seaworth canoe, kayak or flotation device of their choice, ending at Crook Farm for a great afternoon of fun with live music and a pig roast. 2-6pm. Crook Farm, Bradford. 814-362-9928, Tunavalleytrail.com May 18. Fox Township Park Memorial Fund 5K Run & Walk. Fox Township Park, Kersey. 814-885-8450, ext. 3, rsinger-foxtwp@ncentral.com May 18-19. Tour De Forest (SpringRide). An organized ATV ride through the Allegheny National Forest that benefits the volunteer fire department. Allegheny National Forest, Marienville. 814-227-9503, www.marienville-fire.com/ tour-de-forest May 19. Art in the Park. An afternoon of art exhibits, craft vendors, children’s activities, live entertainment and food. Gumtown Park, New Bethlehem. 814-275-2870, www.exploreclarion.com May 19. A Celebration of Service: Honoring Pennsylvania Veterans. A U.S. Army reunion and memorial service sponsored by the Pennsylvania National Guard commemorating the Pennsylvanian Citizen Soldier. Activities will include a military band concert, a distinguished speaker, helicopter/vehicle displays and a 21-gun, 105mm howitzer battery salute. Ceremony begins at 12:30pm. Pennsylvania Military Museum, Boalsburg. 814-466-6263, www.pamilmuseum.org May 23. Kickoff of Berwick Summer Concert Series. Kick off the concert series and enjoy a self-guided tour of the mansion. Enjoy local bands and local foods, as well as a display of works from Susquehanna River Arts artists. Jackson Mansion, Berwick. 570-752-2723, 570-759-8020, www.berwickborough.org

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events subject to change May 24. Performance: Texas Tenor Orchestral. This season the Texas Tenors will be backed by a regional allstar orchestra taking this show on a musical explosion. Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570-326-2424, www. caclive.com May 24-25. Anthracite Heritage Festival of the Arts. Cemetery tours, the Amazing Coal Cracker Race, art displays, street entertainment, food vendors, historic carriage and trolley rides, childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s activities and a classic car show. Downtown Shamokin. 570-850-9121, www.NCCARTS.com May 24-26. Cook Forest Living History Weekend. Journey through various historical eras: Renaissance, French and Indian, Colonial, Lumber and Industrial Revolution. Living historians and master storyteller Paul Stillman from Historically Speaking! will take attendees through these noteworthy periods in history through first-person character portrayals and hands-on demonstrations. Cook Forest State Park, Cooksburg. 814-744-8407, www.dcnr.state. pa.us/stateparks May 24-25. Fryburg Area Mayfest. A family outdoor concert, yard sales, a flea market and rummage sale, face painting, game booths, a bake sale and a car, truck and motorcycle cruise. There will also be a parade, fireworks and more. Washingtown Township Fire Hall, Fryburg. 814-354-2288 May 24-26. ISSDC Dog Show. Three dog shows, informative seminars, food, on-site camping and much, much more. 9am-5pm. Jefferson County Fairgrounds, Brookville. 410-590-7765 May 25. Performance: Letters From Home: The Andrews Sisters Tribute Show. Heidi, Erin and Serah of First Flight Entertainment blend the three-part harmonies of the original sistersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; act into a brilliantly choreographed show with the dance and comedy reminiscent of the era. 3pm. Free adm. Donation requested. Please provide own seating. Pennsylvania Military Museum, Boalsburg. 814-466-6263, www.pamilmuseum.org May 25-26. World War II Revisited Living History. Axis and Allied World War II re-enactors bivouac on the grounds of the Pennsylvania Military Museum portraying field life in the European Theater of Operations, 1944-45. A small squad tactical demonstration against German opposition is scheduled for 1pm each day. Bivouac and tactical open to the public from 10am-4pm. Pennsylvania Military Museum, Boalsburg. 814-466-6263, www.pamilmuseum.org May 25. Moonlight Movie & Lunar Viewing. Watch a film about the challenge of landing a man on the moon and then observe the lunar landscape through telescopes. 7:309pm. Cherry Springs State Park, Coudersport. www.dcnr.state. pa.us/stateparks/findapark/cherrysprings/index.htm May 25. Tour De Russell Bike Race. This circuitstyle cycling race takes place throughout the town and hills of Russell. Russell Volunteer Fire Hall, Russell. 814-723-3050, http://wccbi.org

May 25. Fishing Derby-Sinnemahoning. For children only. 10am-noon. Sinnemahoning. www.sinnemahoning-sportsmen.org May 25. A Day in Towne - Memorial Day Celebration. Each year, Boalsburg puts on a traditional Memorial Day celebration complete with a parade, a race, a street fair with arts and crafts, a community walk to the cemetery, speeches, military re-enactments and much more. Boalsburg. www.boalsburgvillage.com May 25-27. Flickerwood Wine Cellars & Lounge - 13th Anniversay. Live music, local artists, wine, food, prizes, giveaway drawings, discounts and a home winemaker competition. Flickerwood Wine Cellars and Lounge, Kane. 814837-7566, http://flickerwood.com

May 26. Dahoga Dash 5K. 9am. Wilcox. 814-9655482, randylindberg@hotmail.com May 27. Memorial Day Events at the World War II Museum. Eldred World War II Museum, Eldred. 814-2252220, www.eldredwwiimuseum.org May 27. Fish for Free Day. No fishing license required. All other regulations apply. Throughout Pennsylvania. 866262-8734, www.fish.state.pa.us May 27. Memorial Day Parade. Honoring those who have served in the armed forces. 10am. Fourth Street to the Big Flag Memorial, Emporium. www.sinnemahoning-sportsmen. org May 30-Jun 2. NEPA Bluegrass Festival. Lazybrook Park, Tunkhannock. 570-721-2760, www.nepabluegrass.com May 30-Jun 28. Exhibit: Lycoming County Juried Art Exhibition. Featuring work in all media, the exhibition will showcase the unique vision and emerging aesthetic ideas within Lycoming County. The Gallery at Penn College, Williamsport. 570-320-2445, www.pct.edu/gallery May 31-Jun 1. Performance: Dinosaur Petting Zoo. Allows for heaps of interaction for kids and adults while they travel with multi-faceted performers on a journey through prehistoric ages. These ancient life-like dinosaurs come to life in an eye-popping display in this fun, educational and imaginative performance that will thrill and delight audience members of all ages. Bucknell University, Weis Center for the Performing Arts, Lewisburg. 570-577-1000, www.bucknell.edu/ WeisCenter

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Feb 21-23, 28-Mar 2. Performance: Juniata Theatre Presents Arcadia. Juniata College, Huntingdon. 814-641-3000, www.juniata.edu Feb 22-Apr 4. Exhibit: Lincoln: The Constitution & the Civil War Traveling Exhibit. This traveling exhibition for libraries was organized by the National Constitution Center and the American Library Association Public Programs Office. Gettysburg College, Musselman Library, Gettysburg. 717-337-6080, www.gettysburg.edu/ cw2013 Feb 26-Mar 3. Performance: Jersey Boys. The Tony Award-winning Best Musical of 2006 takes audience members up the charts, across the country and behind the music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. Adm. The Hershey Theatre, Hershey. 717-534-3405, www.hersheytheatre. com Mar 1. Art Opening & Reception: Bob Heilman Oil Paintings. 5-8pm. Lebanon Picture Frame & Fine Art Gallery, third floor, Lebanon. 717-279-7725, www.lebanonpictureframe.com Mar 2-30. Tour de Tanks. Exclusive barrel tastings of this year’s vintages during the Mason-Dixon Wine Trail’s annual event, which is now in its eighth year. Weekends, excluding Easter Sunday. Various Mason-Dixon Wine Trail locations, York County. 888-858-9675, www. MasonDixonWineTrail.com Mar 3. Performance: Jason Bishop. The awardwinning illusionist was the youngest person to win the Magician’s Alliance of Eastern States Stage Award. Multipurpose Room in the McFarland Student Union, Kutztown University, Kutztown. 610-683-4092, www.KutztownPresents.org

Mar 6-20. Matinees in March. Including Civil War and Carlisle Indian School videos. See website for details. Cumberland County Historical Society, Carlisle. 717-2497610, www.historicalsociety.com Mar 7. Performance: The Irish Tenors. Happy songs of celebration and humor, mixed with touching melodies and songs that warm the heart. 8pm. H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center at Shippensburg University, Shippensburg. 717477-SHOW, www.luhrscenter.com Mar 8. Performance: Lunasa. Ireland’s all-star quintet is one of the most sought-after bands on the international Irish music scene. 7:30-9:30pm. Carlisle Theatre, Carlisle. 717-2400970, www.carlisletheatre.org

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events subject to change Mar 9-Nov 2. Performance: Noah. This one-of-akind awe-inspiring family experience will take audience members on a journey with Noah and his family as they uphold the call of God to build a boat in a land that has never seen rain. Hundreds of animals will enter and live inside the great ark that surrounds the audience on three sides of a 300-foot stage. Sight and Sound Theatre, Ronks. 877-434-1768, www.sightsound.com Mar 9. Central Pennsylvania Aeromodelers Show. Lebanon Valley Expo Center and Fairgrounds, Lebanon. 717-258-8566, www.cpaa.us Mar 9-10. Springfest 2013. The whole weekend will be packed with lots of decorations, exciting events and - of course - plenty of skiing and boarding. 9am-10pm. Liberty Mountain Resort, Carroll Valley. 717-642-8211, www.libertymountainresort.com Mar 9. Uncork the Alleghenies Wine Festival. Wine tastings, food samplings, specialty vendors, a photo booth, a silent auction, live entertainment on the main stage and more. Noon-9pm. Blair County Convention Center, Altoona. 814-968-5812, www.fox8tv.com/uncork/ Mar 10. Charter Day. A day commemorating William Penn receiving the Charter for Pennsylvania from King George II in 1681. Free adm from noon-4pm. Cornwall Iron Furnace, Cornwall. 717-272-9711 Mar 10. Performance: The Irish Rovers. For more than four decades, the Irish Rovers have charmed and entertained audiences around the world with their exciting stage shows. 3pm. Adm. Majestic Theater, Gettysburg. 717-3378200, www.gettysburgmajestic.org

Mar 12. Performance: Celtic Woman. This spectacular musical experience features Celtic Woman performing classic Irish tunes. 8pm. H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center at Shippensburg University, Shippensburg. 717-477-SHOW, www.luhrscenter.com Mar 12-Apr 7. Performance: The Andrews Brothers. What happens when the Andrews Sisters don’t show up for a USO show? Audience members will watch how three brothers hilariously masquerade as the famous Andrews Sisters. Allenberry Resort Inn and Playhouse, Boiling Springs. 717-258-3211, www.allenberry.com Mar 12-17. Celtic Classic. One of the best dog shows. York Expo Center, York. 888-858-9675, www.thecelticclassic. com Mar 12. Lecture: Friends of the Corwall Iron Furnace Lecture Series. Annville Architectural Archives. 7pm. Freeman Hall, Cornwall Manor, Cornwall. 717272-9711 Mar 13. Performance: Maura O’Connell. First recorded as a lead vocalist with the celebrated traditional Celtic group DeDanaan in 1981, O’Connell has married an unmistakable deep, rich, flexible voice with her signature talent for finding what’s most potent in the work. Adm. Ursa Minor’s Cafe at Kutztown University, Kutztown. 610-683-4092, www. KutztownPresents.org Mar 13-16. AQS QuiltWeek. Four days of quilts and fun with quilters from across the United States and around the world. A huge Merchant Mall will feature the very latest in quiltmaking supplies, antique and new quilts and quilt-related gifts. Lancaster County Convention Center, Lancaster. 270898-7903, www.americanquilter.com

Mar 13. Performance: Sesame Street Live: Elmo’s Super Heroes. Super Grover has lost his superness and Sesame Street needs a hero. Never fear, the fabulous five Super Heroes are here - featuring Elmo as Captain Fuzzy. Community Arts Center, Williamsport. www.caclive.com

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Mar 15-Oct 26. Exhibit: 1863 Invasion in the Valley. In June 1863, Confederate and Union forces clashed in Cumberland County from Shippensburg to Camp Hill. Visitors will discover the stories of soldiers, the shelling and stolen cows through Civil War artifacts, documents and photographs. Cumberland County Historical Society, Carlisle. 717249-7610, www.historicalsociety.com Mar 15-16. Youth for Christ Bids for Kids. Lebanon Valley Expo Center and Fairgrounds, Lebanon. 717272-5106, www.lvyfc.com

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Mar 17. Spring Stamp Show 2013. Celebrate stamp collecting, a hobby for all ages. 10am-4pm. Susquehanna Township High School, Harrisburg. 717-732-7813 Mar 19-23. Lebanon County Builders Show. Lebanon Valley Expo Center and Fairgrounds, Lebanon. 717272-6252, www.lebcobuilders.com Mar 19. Performance: Gretna Music Presents Monsters of the Steinway. Emanuel Ax, perhaps the most famous classical pianist in the world today, will perform Beethoven and Chopin. 8pm. Elizabethtown College, Leffler Chapel and Performance Center, Elizabethtown. 717-361-1508, www.gretnamusic.org/tickets.htm Mar 20. Lecture: Perspectives in Military History Lecture Series. Thomas E. Ricks, journalist, will present a lecture titled The Generals: American Military Command from World War II to Today. 7:15pm. Army Heritage and Education Center, Carlisle. 717-245-3972, www.usahec.org

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events subject to change Mar 20. Lecture: A Walk Through the Civil War. A lecture series with Allen Guelzo, Luce Professor of Civil War era studies at Gettysburg College. Part IV, The Curtain Falls, is sponsored by the Sesquicentennial Planning Committee. A book signing will follow. 7pm. Gettysburg College, Kline Theater, Gettysburg. 717-337-6012, www.gettysburg.edu/ cw2013 Mar 22-24. Zenkaikon 2013. The annual celebration of anime, comics, games, science fiction and fandom. The threeday event will include panels, workshops, anime and live action screenings, concerts, video gaming, tabletop gaming, LARP, AMVs, dances, vendors, artists and more. Lancaster County Convention Center, Lancaster. Mar 22. Performance: Elmont High School Choir & String Band. Join the Gettysburg Foundation and Gettysburg National Military Park for a musical experience. 2pm. Free. Ranger Site 3, Gettysburg National Military Park and Visitor Center, Gettysburg. 877-874-2478, www.gettysburgfoundation.org

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Mar 23-24. Shavers Creek Maple Harvest. This annual festival celebrates the first harvest of maple sugar with festival activities and all-you-can-eat pancakes with maple syrup. Shavers Creek, Petersburg. 814-863-2000, www.shaverscreek.org Mar 23. Performance: Juniata Presents: Cafe Variations. Enjoy a performance by Siti Company. Halbritter Center, Rosenberger Auditorium, Juniata College, Huntingdon. 814-641-3000, www.juniata.edu/services/activities/juniatapresents/ Mar 23. Performance: An Evening of Doo Wop. Step back in time for a memorable evening of doo wop hits from the ’50s and ’60s. 7:30pm. H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center at Shippensburg University, Shippensburg. 717-477-SHOW, www.luhrscenter.com Mar 23. Performance: Folk Music Concert with Voxology. This popular central Pennsylvania duo features the honeyed singing of Les Vonderlin and the guitar wizardry of Kevin Neidig. 7:30-10pm. Fort Hunter Barn, Harrisburg. 800838-3006, www.sfmsfolk.org Mar 24. Performance: TAP. A powerhouse production celebrating the artistry of tap dance from around the globe. A non-stop explosion of rhythmic energy. 4pm. Cedar Crest High School auditorium, Lebanon. 717-838-2812 Mar 24. Performance: Lebanon County Community Concert Association Presents TAP. The show is a powerhouse production celebrating the artistry of tap dance from around the globe. 4pm. Cedar Crest High School auditorium, Lebanon. 717-838-2812, www.lccca.net

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events subject to change Mar 26. Lecture: Lincoln Lyceum: What’s Been Forgotten About Lincoln’s Forgotten Ally? Lecture presented by Dr. Elizabeth Leonard, John J. and Cornelia V. Gibson Professor of History and chair, Colby College, and co-winner of the 2012 Lincoln Prize. 7:30pm. Gettysburg College, Bowen Auditorium, Gettysburg. 717-3376012, www.gettysburg.edu/cw2013 Mar 28-May 11. Performance: Brigadoon. A mysterious Scottish village appears out of the mist for only one day every 100 years. Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, Lancaster. 717-898-1900, http://dutchapple.com Mar 29-30. American Music & Pop Culture Expo. Presenting the world of music, comics, movies, television, toys and more, with a showroom packed with 75 exhibitor spaces. The entire family can enjoy a live performance by award-winning Elvis Presley impersonator Brad Crum. Adm. There will be great food and free parking. Granada Street Gym, Hershey. www.usatheatres.com/conventions

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April Apr 1-Mar 31. Exhibit: Civil War Sesquicentennial: 1863. An exhibit chronicling the third year of the Civil War. U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center, Carlisle. 717-245-3641, www.usahec.org Apr 2. Performance: Dance Brazil. The dancers and musicians will enthrall audience members with a unique fusion of Afro-Brazilian movement, contemporary dance and Capoeira, the traditional dance/martial arts form that had its origins in Africa. 7:30pm. Adm. Majestic Theater, Gettysburg. 717-3378200, www.gettysburgmajestic.org

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events subject to change Apr 4. Performance: Babatunde Lea. More than 50 years as a master percussionist and the spiritual depth and resonance he brings to everything he does has made Babatunde Lea one of the most esteemed musicians of the past half century. Adm. Ursa Minorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cafe at Kutztown University, Kutztown. 610-683-4092, www.KutztownPresents.org Apr 4. Performance: Boyz II Men. Boyz II Men remains one of the most truly iconic R&B groups in music history. 8pm. H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center at Shippensburg University, Shippensburg. 717-477-SHOW, www.luhrscenter.com Apr 5. Performance: Juniata Presents Ethel & Robert Mirabel. Halbritter Center, Rosenberger Auditorium, Juniata College, Huntingdon. 814-641-3000, www.juniata.edu/ services/activities/juniatapresents/ Apr 6-7. 11th Annual Juried Spring Fine Arts & Craft Festival. The Reading-Berks Chapter of the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen will present the annual festival, which includes traditional wood turning, shaker boxes, braided and penny rugs, scherenschnitte paper cuttings, folk art, theorem painting, country furniture, calligraphy, basketry, tinsmithing, redware, block printing, quilting, wheat weaving, painted beeswax, hand-hammered aluminum, felted wool and metal yard art. Keystone Hall, Kutztown University, Kutztown. www.rbcrafts.org Apr 6. Performance: A Night of Magic & Wonder. Extraordinary comedy/magic acts in one spectacular event. 7:30-9:30pm. Adm. York Little Theatre, York. 717854-5715, www.ylt.com

Apr 6. DDS Empowerment Auction. Lebanon Valley Expo Center and Fairgrounds, Lebanon. 717-274-3493, www. ddslebanon.org

Apr 6. Performance: Music Celebrations International, National Festival of the States Presents Gettysburg 150 Music Festival. This unique event will feature four different instrumental ensembles from throughout the United States. Each ensemble will perform music focused as a tribute to the commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg and the Gettysburg Address. 2, 7pm. Majestic Theater, Gettysburg. 717-337-8200, www.gettysburgmajestic.org

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Apr 7. Performance: Gabriel Chamber Ensemble Concert. The ensemble has delighted its audiences not only with traditional works but also with works by Ornstein, Widor, Strauss, Saint-Saens - a list of about 120 composers. Jerusalem Lutheran Church, Schuylkill Haven. 570-943-2558, http://gabrielensemble.org

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events subject to change Apr 7. Performance: Lebanon County Community Concert Association Presents Philadelphia Big Brass. A collection of 12 to 15 of Philadelphia’s top brass and percussion musicians who regularly perform with organizations that include the Philadelphia Orchestra, the Delaware Symphony and the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia. Performing a variety of musical styles from Renaissance to jazz, the group’s spring concert includes classics, marches, hymns, solos and original compositions written for brass instruments. 3pm. Lebanon Middle School auditorium, Lebanon. 717-838-2812, www.lccca.net Apr 9. Lecture: Friends of Cornwall Iron Furnace Lecture Series. 7pm. Freeman Hall, Cornwall Manor, Cornwall. 717-272-9711 Apr 10. Performance: The Texas Tenors. The Texas Tenors have been wooing and wowing sold-out audiences around the world. 8pm. H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center at Shippensburg University, Shippensburg. 717-477SHOW, www.luhrscenter.com Apr 10-May 5. Performance: Unnecessary Farce. This fast-paced comedy will keep audience members on their toes and laughing in their seats. Allenberry Resort Inn and Playhouse, Boiling Springs. 800-430-5468, www.allenberry.com Apr 12-13. Pennsylvania Herb & Garden Festival. Plants, herbal and garden products, crafts, speakers, workshops and more. Adm. York Expo Center, Memorial Hall, York. 717-503-2305, www.PAHerbandGardenFestival. com Apr 12-21. 2013 Susquehanna Ale Trail Passport Event. Featuring 13 breweries, brewpubs, craft brewing outlets and one distillery in the scenic Dutch Country Roads region, which are all committed to the art of making great, local beer. Visitors will enjoy a pint and learn how that frosty mug of great-tasting beer came to be. Fridays-Sundays only. Various locations in York County and surrounding areas. www.susquehannaaletrail.com

Apr 15, 20 Genealogy Workshop. Local genealogist Deborah Sweaney and CCHS librarian Cara Curtis will conduct workshops for those interested in learning how to proceed on creating their family trees. 6:30-8:30pm. Cumberland County Historical Society, Carlisle. 717-249-7610, www.historicalsociety.com Apr 17. Performance: ABBA The Concert. The ultimate tribute group celebrates Sweden’s most famous band with a musical extravaganza showcasing all of the familiar ABBA hits. 8pm. H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center at Shippensburg University, Shippensburg. 717-477-SHOW, www.luhrscenter.com Apr 18-21. Performance: Juniata Theatre Presents: Noir. Juniata College, Huntingdon. 814-6413000, http://juniata.edu/departments/theatre/ Apr 20. Raystown Lake Cleanup Day. Help clean up the lake. 8am. Raystown Lake, Hesston. 814-658-6812, http://raystown.nab.usace.army.mil Apr 20-21. Performance: The Sleeping Beauty. Presented by the Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet. A magnificent blend of drama, a lavish theatrical setting and alluring music that intimately provokes the dance. Whitaker Center, Harrisburg. 717-214-ARTS, www.whitakercenter.org Apr 20-Oct 27. Living History Weekends on the Battlefield. Experience ranger programs and walks, campfire programs, living history and events that assist in preserving and interpreting the Gettysburg Battle. Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitors Center, Gettysburg. 717334-1124, www.nps.gov/gett

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events subject to change Apr 21. Performance: Daniel Rodriguez & Marla Kavanaugh. Daniel, billed as America’s Beloved Tenor, was the New York City policeman who helped bring the country an uplifting spirit of hope with his stirring rendition of God Bless America after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. He will be joined by his talented wife, New Zealand star soprano Marla Kavanaugh. 3pm. Lebanon Middle School auditorium, Lebanon. 717-838-2812 Apr 21. Performance: Lebanon County Community Concert Association Presents Daniel Rodriguez & Marla Kavanaugh. Daniel, billed as America’s Beloved Tenor, was the New York City policeman who helped bring the country an uplifting spirit of hope with his stirring rendition of God Bless America after the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. 3pm. Lebanon Middle School auditorium, Lebanon. 717-838-2812, www.lccca.net Apr 21. Family Fun Fest. Includes silent and oral auctions, children’s activities, food, a gift basket giveaway drawing, baked goods and an all-cash giveaway drawing. 11am. Reedsville Youth Park, Reedsville. www.sacredheartschool. com

Apr 24. Lecture: Perspectives in Military History Lecture Series. Dr. James Willbanks from the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College will present a lecture titled The Fall of Saigon. 7:15pm. Army Heritage and Education Center, Carlisle. 717-245-3972, www.usahec.org

Apr 25-28. 15th Annual Greyhounds in Gettysburg. A three-day event designed to celebrate the retired racing greyhound. More than 60 vendors will sell dog items and there will be fun activities, a costume contest and games and several educational sessions by dog professionals in the areas of health, nutrition and behavior. Eisenhower Hotel and Conference Center and Gettysburg Amusement Complex, Gettysburg. 814-933-6981, www.greyhoundsingettysburg.org Apr 26-27. Huntingdon Quilt Show. Huntingdon Community Center, Huntingdon. 814-643-4174, www.pavendors.com/events/huntingdon-county/huntingdon-pa-aprilquilt-show.htm Apr 27. Mayfest of Huntingdon. Multiple blocks will be transformed, each with a different historic theme. Historic downtown Huntingdon. 814-386-2638, http://mayfestofhuntingdon.com/ Apr 27, May 25-26. Voices of the Confederacy. Visit the encampment and hold a replica rifle, participate in drill practice with a bayonet dummy, view authentic and museumquality era antiques and artifacts, learn and debate topics of the Civil War and more. 9am-3pm. General Lee’s Headquarters, Gettysburg. 717-334-3141, www.civilwarheadquarters.com Apr 27. Kid Connection. Free fun and activities for children and activities and entertainment all day. Downtown Lewistown. 717-247-5255, www.mckidconnection.org Apr 27-28. 15th Annual Art in Bloom Spring Art Show. More than 200 pieces of professional and amateur artwork and a budding artists hands-on craft area for kids to create their own springtime crafts to take home. Free adm. Cambria County Courthouse, Ebensburg. 814-472-8780, www. ebensburgmainstreet.com Apr 28. Gettysburg North-South Marathon. A unique marathon competition that pits runners representing the North and the South against each other in a scored competition. The race takes runners from both sides through the hallowed grounds of the battlefield. Gettysburg. 866-329-9382, www. gettysburgnorthsouthmarathon.com

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May May 3-5. 2013 Huntingdon County Home & Outdoor Show. Indoor exhibits and vendors displaying new building materials, flooring, landscaping, home improvement ideas, new home plan ideas and more. Huntingdon County Fairgrounds, Huntingdon. 814-643-1110, http://huntingdoncountyshow.com May 3-5. Shavers Creek Annual Birding Cup. A contest among teams of birders to identify the most number of species in a 24-hour period. Shavers Creek, Petersburg. 814863-2000, http://shaverscreek.org/public-programs-andevents/birding-cup/

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events subject to change May 3-5. 22nd Annual May Day Fairie Festival. Celebration of the spirit of nature in high spring. Adm. Spoutwood Farm, Glen Rock. 717-235-6610, www.spoutwood.org

May 11. Opening Day at DelGrossoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Amusement Park. DelGrossoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Amusement Park, Tipton. 866-684-3538, www.delgrossos.com

May 4-5. 58th Annual Apple Blossom Festival. Live entertainment, free orchard bus tours, wine tasting and sales, hundreds of arts and crafts demonstrations and sales, wagon rides, agricultural exhibits, the presentation of the Pennsylvania Apple Queen and childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s activities. South Mountain Fairgrounds, Biglerville. 717-677-7444, www. appleblossomfestival.info

May 11. Performance: Sandy Hackettâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rat Pack Show. The Golden Age of Vegas is alive on stage. 7:30-9pm. Carlisle Theatre, Carlisle. 717-240-0970, www.carlisletheatre.org

May 4-5. Spring ArtWalk. The world of fine art is showcased throughout the streets of downtown, with exhibits, artist receptions, demonstrations, childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; art, live music and more. Downtown Lancaster. 717-509-9869, http://lancasterartwalk.org May 5. Bedford Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2nd Annual Rails to Trails Triathlon. The triathlon event includes a 12-mile bike ride, a 5-mile run and a 5-mile canoe/kayak. Classes include Iron Man, Iron Woman, over 40, under 40, menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s teams, womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s teams and mixed teams. 10am-3pm. Masonic Temple, Everett. www.railstotrailsofbedfordcounty.org May 5. 2nd Annual Greenwood Furnace Trail Challenge. A half-marathon race. Greenwood Furnace State Park, Huntingdon. 814-667-1800, http://greenwoodfurnacetrailchallenge.com/ May 8-Jun 23. Performance: Happy Days, The New Musical. Happy days are here again as the gang teams up to save Arnoldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s from demolition. This family-friendly musical will have audience members rockinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and rollinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; all week long. Allenberry Resort Inn and Playhouse, Boiling Springs. 800-430-5468, www.allenberry.com May 8. Performance: Elvis Lives. An unforgettable multimedia and live musical journey across Elvisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; life, featuring finalists from Elvis Presley Enterprisesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; annual worldwide Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest, each representing Elvis during different stages of his career. 7:30-10pm. Adm. The Pullo Center at Penn State York, York. 717-505-8900, http:// pullocenter.yk.psu.edu/ May 10. Performance: Masked Marvels & Wondertales. The entire family will be delighted as Michael Cooper spins tales and weaves stories using an unusal and colorful cast of characters. 7:30pm. Majestic Theater, Gettysburg. 717-337-8200, www.gettysburgmajestic. org

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events subject to change May 18. Performance: No Place Like Home. Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet will present an informal showing of company premieres, new works, audience favorites and the classics. 3 and 5pm. Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet, Carlisle. 717-245-1191, www.cpyb.org May 18. Spring Outdoor Antique Show. More than 120 antique dealers and collectors from the North and the South will converge in Gettysburg. 7am-4pm. Lincoln Square, Gettysburg. 717-253-5750, www.gettysburgretailmerchants. com, GettysburgAntiqueShow@comcast.net May 19. Pocono Mountains Run for the Red Marathon. The Pocono Mountains hosts runners for a 26.2mile marathon through Monroe County, and 100 percent of the entry fee will go toward disaster relief in Monroe County. Stroudsburg High School Stadium, Stroudsburg. 570-4763800, www.poconomarathon.org May 21-Jul 7. Performance: The Full Monty. A group of frustrated unemployed steel-working men decide to form a male striptease act. Allenberry Resort Inn and Playhouse, Boiling Springs. 800-430-5468, www.allenberry.com May 24-26. Performance: Folk College With Simple Gifts. Attendees can immerse themselves in music at the Huntingdon County Arts Council’s annual Folk College. Juniata College, Huntingdon. 814-643-6220, www.simplegiftsmusic.com/folkcollege/ May 25-Jun 9. Performance: Noises Off. This comedy has been hailed by many critics as the funniest farce ever written and is the winner of both the Tony and Olivier awards for Best Play. Adm. Totem Pole Playhouse, Fayetteville. 888-805-7056, www.TotemPolePlayhouse.org

May 25. Opening Day at Rockhill Trolley Museum. The 52nd year of trolley operations in Rockhill Furnace. Rockhill Trolley Museum, Rockhill Furnace. 814-4479576, www.rockhilltrolley.org May 26. Memorial Day Weekend Fireworks. Enjoy a Memorial Day fireworks display. Lake Raystown Resort, Lodge and Conference Center, Entriken. 814-658-3500, www. raystownresort.com May 27. 146th Memorial Day Parade and Ceremonies. The annual parade will form on Lefever Street at 1pm and move at 2pm, proceeding to the Soldiers’ National Cemetery through the Baltimore Street Gate. The annual service at the Soldiers’ National Monument in the Soldiers’ National Cemetery will follow at 3pm. Gettysburg. 717-334-6274, www. gettysburg.travel May 30-Jun 1. 2013 AACA Eastern Division National Meet. The premier spring car event on the East Coast, with more than 900 antique vehicles. Carlisle Fairgrounds, Carlisle. 717-790-9440, www.aaca.org/gettysburg May 31-Jun 2. 40th Annual Street Rod Nationals East Plus. See 4,000 street rods, customs, muscle cars and specialty vehicles, plus manufacturer exhibits, arts and crafts, a model car contest, live entertainment, seminars, a vintage parts swap meet and a whole lot more. Fun for the whole family. York Expo Center, York. 303-776-7841, www.nsra-usa.com May 31-Jun 2. Polkafest. St. Mary's Byzantine Catholic Church, Johnstown. www.visitjohnstownpa.com/polkafest

May 25. 13th Annual River Run. The course crosses the Susquehanna River via the Veterans Memorial Bridge between Lancaster and York counties, which is closed to vehicular traffic during the event. Begins in Wrightsville at 8:30am. Participants may register on the day of the run beginning at 7:30 a.m. at Wrightsville Elementary School. Wrightsville. 717-684-5249, www.PaRivertowns.com May 25. Country Memories Day. Crafts, antiques and collectibles, as well as a fun car show, a quilt display, local museum entertainment and food. 9am-4pm. Market Street, McVeytown. 717-899-7998, www.countrymemoriesday.com

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May 25-26. Great Pennsylvania FlavorFest. The all-encompassing showcase of Pennsylvania’s unique cuisines and the region’s cultural diversity will dish up a delicious array of the state’s culinary and wine offerings and the finest in artisan crafts. Guests will enjoy cooking demos, a variety of workshops presented by industry leaders, tasting and sales of the area’s finest wine and regional foods, live music and much more. Mount Hope Estate and Winery, Manheim. 717-664-7021, www.parenfaire.com

The Allegheny Mountains boast some road reflectors and rumble strips, the Pike of the most beautiful landscapes within the 2 Bike trail (pike2bike.org) is not open ofcommonwealth. Within these mountains ficially; however, bikers can ride the trail there are many unique and alluring settings at their own risk. Bring a headlamp to see for outdoor enthusiasts. Hiking, biking, through the Rayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hill and Sidling Hill boating, canoeing, running, and camping tunnels, which are the shortest and longest are plentiful across PA, but in the Allegh- tunnels, respectively, on the turnpike. enies, they are particularly spectacular to enjoy. Several years ago I experienced my first taste of the Alleghenies when I traveled west to a stretch of abandoned turnpike located in Bedford County. In use from 1940 to 1968, this 8.5-mile section of turnpike, located off the Breezewood Exit on Tannery Road, was eventually abandoned and bypassed due to traffic and bottleneck issues. More recently Father and son watch as a parade of horseback used as a testing ground for riders take to the trail at Canoe Creek State Park. 46 - W&W Spring 2013

For those not up for the risk of explor- 20 parks. Canoe Creek State Park in Holing abandoned places, mountain biking en- lidaysburg, Blair County, is home to a lake thusiasts may find joy at Dirt Fest, a time and wetlands, and it even boasts one of the for fellow velocipedes to enjoy camping, largest bat populations in Pennsylvania. music, and entertainment in Huntingdon Bird lovers will also particularly enjoy this County on the Allegrippis Trail System. park. From May 17 to 19 this year, the area exJames Creek in Huntingdon County pects over 2,000 bikers to traverse trails that is home to Trough Creek State Park. Here range from beginner to expert in difficulty. you will find mountains, waterfalls, and Register at dirtragdirtfest.com or general spectacular hiking trails that lead to a scenic trail information can be found at allegrip- gorge that eventually runs into Raystown pistrails.com Lake. This park and surrounding lands are Paddling is another popular sport in the all part of recreational areas open for public Alleghenies. In Raystown Lake, an 8,300- use. acre lake designed and built by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Rothrock Outfitters (rothrockoutfitters. com) provides canoe and kayak rentals, shuttle service, and even guided overnight trips. If you’re in town for Dirt Fest or to cycle The Nature Inn at Bald Eagle State Park offers guests postthe Allegrippis Trails, you can card views year round. also visit them for bicycle rentals. Hiking is plentiful in these parks and Juniata River Adventures (juniatariv- in several other public recreation areas in eradventures.com) provides similar services the Alleghenies. Buchanon State Forest, along the Juniata River, which flows 104 in Franklin, Fulton and Bedford counties, miles in central Pennsylvania from Dau- protects over 69,000 acres of wooded scenphin to Somerset counties. Besides pad- ery, and trails. Both the Mid State and Tusdling excursions, visitors can also try out carora foot trails permeate the forest, offerfishing and river tubing outings. ing ascents, vistas, and descents well worth Two state parks in the Alleghenies are the effort. ATV trails and cross country considered by the Pennsylvania Depart- trails are also available. ment of Conservation and Natural ReWhen William Penn originally named sources (DCNR) to be amongst their top Pennsylvania “Sylvania” for its expansive 47 - W&W Spring 2013

woods, he put the past, present and future of the commonwealth in its very name. Woods, including some spectacular old growth forest found sparingly in the Bear Meadows, Alan Seeger and Detweiler Run Natural Areas in the northern part of the Alleghenies (near State College) are still a prominent feature across much of Pennsylvania. They are the highlight of any hike, bicycle ride, and paddle down shaded, tree-lined rivers and lakes. The Alleghenies help outdoor pioneers to get acquainted with the memorable nature of Pennsylvania.

Above: Kayaking Trough Creek in Huntingdon County. Left: Biking along the Mt. Etna Trail in Blair County. Below: Tuscarora Loop Trail Scenic Overlook at Buchanon State Forest.

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Feb 26-Mar 10. Performance: Robin Hood. Follow the exciting adventures of Robin and his band of Merry Men as they steal from the rich and give to the poor, out fox the Sheriff of Nottingham and save the fair Maid Marian from distress during this rollicking, good-natured musical based on the Old English legend. Mitchell Performing Arts Center, Bryn Athyn. www.storybookmusical.org Mar 1-3. Greater Philadelphia RV Show. Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, Oaks. www.phillyrvshow.com Mar 2. Maple Sugar Festival. The annual public festival highlights the making of maple syrup from the maple tree to the table. Ongoing demonstrations will take attendees from Native American beginnings to modern production. John James Audubon Center at Mill Grove, Audubon. http://pa. audubon.org/john-james-audubon-center-mill-grove Mar 2. Kids Join the Continental Army. Children ages 6 to 12 may enlist in the Continental Army, and participants will be mustered into the army by receiving enlistment papers and continental currency. Valley Forge National Historical Park, King of Prussia. www.nps.gov/vafo/index.htm Mar 3. Performance: The Peking Acrobats. Twenty of China’s most talented tumblers, contortionists, acrobats and cyclists have entertained sold-out audiences around the world with their treacherous feats of daring. Keswick Theatre, Glenside. www.keswicktheatre.com

Mar 5. Lecture: Abigail Adams: Founding Mother, Patriot, Wife & Political Advisor. A conversation wtih Abigail, an astute wife and mother, guaranteed to provide insight into the concerns of 18th century Americans, as well as those of the 21st century. Washington Memorial Chapel, Valley Forge. www.washingtonmemorialchapel.org Mar 8-10. 22nd Annual Newlywed/Not-SoNewlywed Championship Game. Cove Haven Entertainment Resorts. Paradise Stream Resort, Mount Pocono. 570-839-5243, www.covepoconoresorts.com Mar 8-9. Greater Philadelphia Boat Show. Boats, boats and more boats! Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, Oaks. www.phillyboatshow.com Mar 9. St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Downtown Scranton. www.stpatparade.com Mar 12-17. Irish Fest. Celebrate the Feast of St. Patrick with classic Irish cooking all week and a pint of the brewing company’s very own Irish Draught. No adm. Old Forge Brewing Company, Danville. 570-275-8151, www.oldforgebrewingcompany.com Mar 15-16. 64th Annual Chadds Ford Art Sale & Show. Regional art sale and show with artists displaying and selling their work. Chadds Ford Elementary School, Chadds Ford. 610-388-1112, http://cfes.ucfsd.org/artshow

Now, experience even more of the finest examples of 17th through the 20th century furniture from William & Mary through Nakashima, and explore important artwork, including Folk, Impressionist, Outsider Art and much more. Plan your visit at ThePhiladelphiaAntiquesShow.org. The Pennsylvania Convention Center Hall F General Admission: $20

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events subject to change Mar 15-17. Military Appreciation Weekend. Active military and their immediate family will receive free lift tickets and ski/snowboard rentals for any of the three days. Discounted lessons are also available. Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, East Stroudsburg. 570-421-7231, www.shawneemt.com

Mar 17. St. Patrick’s Day at Cove Haven Entertainment Resorts. Those who miss the party will be green with envy. It will be a day of laughs and entertainment. Cove Haven Entertainment Resorts, Lakeville. 570-839-5243, www.covepoconoresorts.com

Mar 15-17. Sugarloaf Craft Festival. More than 250 top artisans displaying and selling their unique creations in pottery, sculpture, glass, jewelry, fashion, home decor, furniture and home accessories, items for the garden and photography. Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, Oaks. www.sugarloafcrafts. com/festivals/oaks/spring/

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events subject to change Mar 21. Seventh Annual Rebecca Lukens Award Presentation & Grutzka Art Show. 5-8pm. Adm. The National Iron & Steel Heritage Museum, Coatesville. 610-384-9282, www.steelmuseum.org

Mar 30. Performance: Jesus Christ Superstar. The ground-breaking, multiple Tony Award-winning musical, featuring live music, a cast of 80 and stunning special effects. Keswick Theatre, Glenside. www.keswicktheatre.com

Mar 22-24. NorthEast Rod & Custom Nationals. Open to any year, make and model classic or custom cars and motorcycles. Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, Oaks. www. northeastcustomcarshow.com

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Apr 1. Lackawanna County Coal Mine Tour Opens. McDade Park, Scranton. www.lackawannacounty.org Apr 2. America’s First Civil War. The American Revolution was a civil war, one that tore families, friends and communities apart. Washington Memorial Chapel, Valley Forge. www.washingtonmemorialchapel.org Apr 4. Lehigh Valley IronPigs 2013 Season Opener. The AAA minor league Lehigh Valley team plays ball against the Syracuse Chiefs. Coca-Cola Park, Allentown. 610435-3001, www.ironpigsbaseball.com

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events subject to change Apr 4. Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders Home Opener. PNC Field, Moosic. www.swbrailriders.com Apr 4. Lecture: Nancy Webster - Quaker Women in Chester County. 6-8pm. Adm. The National Iron & Steel Heritage Museum, Coatesville. 610-384-9282, www. steelmuseum.org Apr 5-7. 2013 Philadelphia National Stamp Exhibition. Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, Oaks. www. pnse.org Apr 6. Lecture: Speaker Dr. Iren Snavely Presents: Samuel Pennypacker, Book Collector. Celebrate Gov. Pennypacker’s 170th birthday with a fascinating presentation by Dr. Iren Snavely, rare books librarian for the State Library of Pennsylvania. All ages. 1-2pm. Free. Suggested donation. Pennypacker Mills, Schwenksville. 610287-9349, www.historicsites.montcopa.org/

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events subject to change Apr 12. The Scrapbook Expo. Gather with friends and other scrapbooking enthusiasts to share creative ideas, learn new techniques and refocus on projects. Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, Oaks. www.scrapbookexpo.com Apr 13. Sheep Shearing Day. Springtime activities on a Colonial farm, including sheep shearing, spinning, weaving, open hearth cooking, children’s Colonial games, scarecrow making, puppet theater, Colonial music and many other early American crafts. Peter Wentz Farmstead, Worcester. www. montcopa.org/historicsites Apr 14. Model Train Show & Sale. There will be a train layout on display and a test track available. Refreshements will be available. 9am-3pm. Adm. Children under 12 may attend for free. Hawley Fire Department, Hawley. Apr 15-21. Bethlehem Beer Week. Celebrating craft brewed beer available in restaurants and bars in Bethlehem through themed events and activities. Downtown Bethlehem. 610-751-4979, www.downtownbethlehemassociation.com Apr 16. Lecture: An Evening With Priit Vesilind. Vesilind, a senior writer and expeditions editor at National Geographic Magazine for nearly 30 years, will discuss his career. Evans Hall, Hibbard Campus Center, La Plume. 570945-8000 Apr 20. Jim Thorpe Earth Day Celebration. Live entertainment, children’s activities, demonstrations, workshops, environmental education and more. Downtown Jim Thorpe. 570-325-2079, http://jimthorpeearthday.com

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May May 1. Civilian Military Combine. The competition is broken down into three components to test strength, endurance and agility. Camelback Mountain Resort, Tannersville. www.civilianmilitarycombine.com May 2. Lecture: Bruce Mowday - Defending Picket’s Charge: 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg. 6-8pm. Adm. The National Iron & Steel Heritage Museum, Coatesville. 610-384-9282, www. steelmuseum.org May 3-18. Chester County’s Best Kept Secrets Tour. Discover an ever-changing mix of local, hand-picked businesses during this exclusive shopping, food and fun adventure. Participants will travel in their own vehicles using a guide and map to enjoy special free things, such as refreshments, gifts, games, demonstrations, tours, samples and discounts. Adm. Chester County. 484-551-5180, www. ShopChesterCounty.com May 3. Dorney Park Opening Day. The amusement park opens for its 129th season. Dorney Park, Allentown. 610395-3724, www.dorneypark.com

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Apr 20. Northside Cleanup & Earth Day Celebration. The cleanup will take place along Main and Broad streets in the historic district from 9-11am. From 11am2pm, Vendors from Earth-friendly organizations, craft vendors and live bands. Downtown Bethlehem. 610-751-4979, www. downtownbethlehemassociation.com

May 3-4, 10-11. 106rd Annual Bethlehem Bach Festival. Experience this amazing choir of 95 volunteer singers, a live orchestra and soloists as they perform cantatas, chamber music and the annual performance of the Mass in B minor. Central Moravian Church, Bethlehem. 610-866-4382, www.bach.org May 3-5. National Haunters Convention. This convention is for professional or amateur haunters, Halloween home or yard haunters and those who plan the coolest Halloween parties among their friends. Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, Oaks. www.nationalhauntersconvention.com May 4. Colonial May Fair. Visitors will enjoy a variety of 18th-century entertainments, and young visitors will have a chance to participate in games and contests. Early American crafters will also give demonstrations of historic trades and sell their wares. Pottsgrove Manor, Pottstown. www.montcopa.org/ historicsites

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events subject to change May 10-12. Borough of Alburtis’ Centennial Celebration. Historic and cultural activities and attractions including the Macungie Band, walking tours, a parade, geocaching, historic fashion show and Renaissance-themed performance at the historic Lockridge Furnace. Parking at Alburtis Fire Company, Alburtis. 610-966-4777, www.alburtis.org May 18-19. Jim Thorpe’s Birthday Celebration. In honor of James Francis Thorpe, a Native American and one of the greatest athletes of the 20th century, who is the town’s namesake. There will be fine crafts, great food and Opera House performances. Downtown Jim Thorpe. 570-325-9281, www. jimthorpe.org/events_may.php

May 24-28. Mayfair Festival of the Arts. Outstanding performers and artisans will put their talents on display. There will be six performance stages, more than 100 artists and craftspeople, roving entertainers and more than two dozen vendors offering authentic regional foods. Cedar Beach Park, Allentown. 610-437-6900, www.mayfairfestival.org May 25. St. Ubaldo Race of the Saints. Jessup. www.stubaldoday.com May 25-26. Shawnee Celtic Festival. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the Emerald Isle and Scottish Highlands with live music, Irish step dancers, a petting zoo and much more. 11am-6pm. Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, Shawnee on Delaware. 570-421-7231, www.shawneemt.com/s_celticfestival.html

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May 19. Black Bear Triathlon. A beautiful course offering a calm swim in Beltzville Reservoir followed by a rolling hills bike course and finishing with a great run course along hard-packed trails and paved roads. 7:30am. Fee. Beltzville State Park, Lehighton. http://blackbeartri.cgiracing.com/Home. aspx

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been called a museum without walls for its vast collection of outdoor sculpture. The vibrant colors of spring enhance the park’s beauty and make it the perfect venue for the event. Sakura Sunday is an effervescent Japanese celebration of spring that will delight your senses with live music and dance performances, martial-arts demonstrations, crafts such as origami and calligraphy, and amazing food. The day will also include the Prettiest Pet in Pink Parade for dogs; the Harajuku Fashion Show, featuring designs inspired by Tokyo’s unique Harajuku District; and a 5k.

The Cherry Blossom Festival wraps up on April 26 with the Blossom Bash at the Hyatt at the Bellevue. The evening will feature a Japanese fusion menu as well as live music and traditional and contemporary Japanese entertainment. A silent auction will have guests bidding on Asian art and jewelry, Philly destination packages with a Japanese flavor, Trans-Pacific airfare tickets, and more. Many of the events during the festival are free and it doesn't cost a thing to enjoy the magnificance of Philly's Cherry blossoms. Log on to whereandwhen. com for a complete lineup of festival events and for information on locations where you can see Philadelphia in full bloom. W&W Photo by R. Kennedy for GPTMC

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March Feb 20-Apr 1. Easter Bunny Lane. Enjoy the first blossoms of spring with lighted trees and animated figures at work and play. Visiting the display has become a tradition for the whole family. Closed Easter Sunday. Free. Kraynak’s, Hermitage. 724-347-4511, www.kraynaks.com Feb 21-Mar 21. Exhibit: Site Change: An Installation by Natialie Settles. Artist talk and reception on March 14 at 5pm. Kipp Gallery, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana. www.arts.iup.edu/kipp Feb 23-May 12. Exhibit: UnCommon(ly) Fun. Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh. Feb 23-Jun 15. Exhibit: A Kind of Alchemy: Medieval Persian Ceramics. Frick Art Museum, Pittsburgh. Mar 1-2. USCAA National Basketball Championships. Watch teams compete for the championships in three divisions: Men’s Division I, Men’s Division II and Women’s Basketball. Adm. Penn State Fayette - The Eberly Campus, Lemont Furnace. www.fe.psu.edu/ Mar 2. Family Fun Fest. Help celebrate 10 big years during the 10th annual Family Fun Festasaurus. More than 50 tables will offer interactive, fun and educational activities for children from birth to age 10. 10am-3pm. Indiana Mall, Indiana. 724-463-8200, ext. 18, www.indianacountycac.com

Mar 2, Apr 6, May 4. Sundance Arena Rodeo. An evening of family fun featuring bull riding, bronco riding, barrel racing and children’s events. Purchase advance tickets for Fredonia events. 7:30pm. Sundance Arena, Fredonia. 724-4752939, http://sundancearena.com Mar 3. Performance: Gaelic Storm. Gaelic Storm’s music includes traditional Irish music, Scottish music and original tunes in both the Celtic and Celtic rock genres. Presented by Westmoreland Cultural Trust. 7pm. Palace Theatre, Greensburg. www.thepalacetheatre.org/ Mar 3. Crooked Creek Environmental Learning Center Maple Sugaring Program. Witness and learn the process of turning sap into delicious syrup and sugar. Crooked Creek Environmental Learning Center, Ford City. 724763-6316, www.crookedcreekelc.org Mar 7-Apr 7. Performance: Thurgood. In 1967, Thurgood, Marshall became the country’s first African-American Supreme Court Justice. Hear Thurgood’s story in his own words in this exuberant one-man play. O’Reilly Theater, Pittsburgh. http://ppt.org Mar 8-10. Pittsburgh Golf Show. Shop, compare and save on a huge selection of golf equipment, apparel and accessories. Attendees can plan their next golf getaway to a fabulous resort, enjoy entertaining stage presentations and demonstrations and receive free instruction from PGA professionals. Monroeville Convention Center, Monroeville. 412-373-7300, www.pittsburghgolfshow.com

Mar 2, Apr 6, May 4. Amish Wedding Feast. Visitors will hear real-life stories about the Amish and will enjoy a delicious meal served family style. Reservations only. Thee Village Eating House/Sampler, Smicksburg. 814-257-8035, www.smicksburg.net Mar 2. Trout Stocking & Pancake Breakfast. Watch 10,000 fish enter Neshannock Creek at approximately noon, enjoy deals in the shops and support the Volant VFW all-day pancake and sausage fest. 9am-5pm. Neshannock Creek, Volant. 724-533-5611

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events subject to change Mar 8-23. Performance: The Brothers Grimm: Out of Order and Not So Grimm Tales. Brothers Jake and Will can’t agree on a script - pages are swapped, plots are intermingled. In this mixed-up fairy tale, familiar characters will show up in hilarious out-of-character roles. Meadville Community Theatre, Meadville. 814-333-1773, www.mctbackstage.com Mar 9. Spring Coin Show. Coins, currency, tokens and numismatic materials are on display. An opportunity to buy, sell, trade or chat with knowledgeable coin dealers. 36 tables. Adm and parking are free. S&T Bank Arena, Indiana. 724-254-2471 Mar 9-Jun 2. Exhibit: Aaronel deRoy Gruber: An Art(ist) in Motion. This exhibition highlights the artist’s sculpture exploration, from welded steel and formed aluminum to shaping Plexiglas into colorful vacuum-formed pieces that are both illuminated and motorized. Westmoreland Museum of American Art, Greensburg. www.wmuseumaa.org Mar 9. Performance: The Marvelous Wonderettes. Takes audience members to the 1958 Springfield High prom where they will meet the Wonderettes, four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts. 7:30pm. Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock. 724-7382018, www.sru.edu Mar 9. Performance: Butler Symphony Presents Inspirations: Movie Night. The Young Artist Competition winner will perform, and the orchestra will perform movie themes, including those from E.T., Lawrence of Arabia, Jurassic Park, Spider-Man and more. Butler Intermediate High School, Butler. 724-283-1402, www.butlersymphony.org Mar 9-10. Harmony Museum Quilt & Coverlet Show. Heritage quilts and coverlets from museum and private collections will be displayed, and artisans and museum quilters will demonstrate the craft, with many works available for purchase. Harmony Museum, Harmony. 724-452-7341, www.harmonymuseum.org Mar 9-Apr 7. Spring Flower Show. Take a trip around the world during this celebration of gardens across the globe. Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Pittsburgh. http://phipps.conservatory.org Mar 13. Performance: Vienna Boys’ Choir. The choir of trebles and altos ages 10 to 14 is based in Vienna, Austria. It is one of the best-known boys’ choirs in the world, formed by imperial decree in 1498. Often called Austria’s young ambassadors, the choir members’ concerts are popular worldwide. Palace Theatre, Greensburg. www.thepalacetheatre.org Mar 14-17. Performance: The Wizard of Oz. See the beloved Oscar-winning film and hear the music that has captured hearts and imaginations of generations performed by the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. Heinz Hall, Pittsburgh. http://pittsburghsymphony.org Mar 15-17. 9th Annual Pittsburgh Knit & Crochet Festival. A festival to embrace fiber arts, weaving, tatting, spinning, needle felting, rug hooking and jewelry making. Sheraton North, Mars. 412-963-7030, www.pghknitandcrochet.com

Mar 15-17. Indiana Armstrong Builders Association Home Show. Offers more than 135 booths with 90 exhibitors displaying ideas on home improvement. Free parking. S&T Bank Arena, Indiana. 724-254-2471 Mar 15-17. International Gem & Jewelry Show. Military receives free adm. Monroeville Convention Center, Monroeville. 412-373-7300, www.intergem.com Mar 15. Performance: Storybook Heroes. Presented by the Pittsburgh Philharmonic, the program will explore the lore of brave heroes, including Aslan in selections from the Chronicles of Narnia, Humperdinck’s Hansel and Gretel and the story of Prince Igor. Families can bring their young superhero dressed in his/her best costume for a night of fun. 8pm. BC3 Succop Theater, Butler. 724-284-8505, www. bc3.edu/theater Mar 15-17, 19-23. Performance: Rabbit Hole. The Corbetts have everything a family could want until a lifeshattering accident turns their world upside down. 8:15pm. Butler Little Theatre, Butler. 724-287-6781, www.bltgroup.org Mar 16. St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Enjoy the parade with friends and family. Downtown Indiana. www.downtownindiana.org Mar 16-17, 20-24. 66th Annual Pennsylvania Maple Festival. Enjoy live entertainment, shopping and the sweetest maple products attendees will ever taste. Meyersdale. www.pamaplefestival.com Mar 16. Easter Factory Tour. Free samples, a factory tour, tour-day specials and the opportunity to meet the Easter Bunny and friends. Philadelphia Candies, Hermitage. 724-9816341, http://philadelphiacandies.com Mar 16. Judith’s Jig - Memorial 5K. Diamond Park, Meadville. www.active.com, judithsjig@gmail.com Mar 16-17. Irish Soup & Artisan Cheeses. Sample Irish potato soup, artisan cheeses and great wine free. 11am-5pm. Conneaut Cellars Winery, Conneaut Lake. 814382-3999, www.ccw-wine.com Mar 16-17. 10th Annual Maple Taste & Tour Weekend. Spend the weekend exploring the heart of the Pennsylvania maple producer. Each of these sugaring operations are unique. Northwestern Pennsylvania. www.pamaple.org Mar 16-17. Ukrainian Egg Decorating Demonstrations. A family event that is open to the public. Noon-4pm. Stonewall Gallery, Campbell Pottery Store and Gallery, Cambridge Springs. 814-734-8800, www.campbellpotterystore.com Mar 16, 19, 22, 24. Performance: Puccini’s Madama Butterfly. Benedum Center, Pittsburgh. http:// pittsburghopera.org Mar 17. Performance: Brian Regan. One of the premier comedians in the country. Regan’s non-stop theater tour has visited more than 80 cities each year since 2005 and continues through 2013. Palace Theatre, Greensburg. www. thepalacetheatre.org

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events subject to change Mar 17. Swizzle Stick Day. Free chocolage samples and bunny ears. Guests may tour the factory, see how chocolate is made, view the family of solid chocolate rabbits and see the 700-pound chocolate bunny. Noon-4pm. Free. Daffin’s Factory, Farrell. 724-342-2892, www.daffins.com Mar 17. St. Patrick’s Day Celebration. Green eggs and ham starting at 6am. Live entertainment all day. Quaker Steak & Lube, Sharon. 724-981-9464, www.quakersteakandlube.com/Sharon_PA/ Mar 21-23. Three Rivers Quilter 30th Annual Quilt Show. Judged and juried quilt show with more than 100 quilts on display, a quilter’s flea market, vendors and quilting demonstrations. Adm. Parking available. IBEW Circuit Center and Ballroom, Pittsburgh. www.threeriversquilters.org Mar 21, Apr 18, May 21. Songwriters In Harmony: Monthly Songwriters Workshop. Interested participants can bring their instrument and songs to share with the group. Acoustic musicians of all genres are welcome. Bottlebrush Gallery, Harmony. 724-452-0539, www. bottlebrushgallery.com Mar 22-24. Pittsburgh Arts & Crafts Spring Fever Festival. More than 160 booths of unique crafts, including jewelry, clothing, wood folk art, pet treats, dips, mixes, candy, candles, fudge, soaps and much more. Adm. Monroeville Convention Center, Monroeville. www.familyfestivals.com Mar 22-23. Performance: The Strand Broadway Concert Series: The Music of Stephen Sondheim. The Strand Theater, Zelienople. 724-742-0400, www.thestrandtheater.org Mar 22-Apr 6. Performance: Antarktikos - World Premiere. The REP Professional Theater Company. Pittsburgh Playhouse, Pittsburgh. http://pittsburghplayhouse.com

Mar 23. Soup’s On! Ligonier. http://visitligonier.com Mar 23. Peter Cottontail Express. The first ride of the 2013 season on the Oil Creek and Titusville Railroad includes a special guest - Peter Cottontail. Families can take photos as he gives each child a small gift. Adm. Reservations appreciated. Train departs from Perry Street Station, Titusville. 814-676-1733, www.octrr.org Mar 23. Wine on the Lake. Taste regional wines, sample gourmet cheese and fare from local restaurants and shop for unique gifts and household treasures from a myriad of local craft businesses. 1-9pm. Bayfront Convention Center, Erie. 814-968-5812, www.wineonthelake.com Mar 24. Performance: Ted Neeley & the Little Big Band. Presented by Vestry. 7pm. Palace Theatre, Greensburg. www.thepalacetheatre.org Mar 26-Apr 7. Performance: The Book of Mormon. Nine 2011 Tony Awards say it’s the Best Musical of the Year. Benedum Center, Pittsburgh. http://trustarts.org Mar 30-31. Western Pennsylvania Kennel Club Dog Show. On Saturday will be a complete dog show resulting in a Best in Show award. Sunday will offer a separate and complete dog show that includes many of the same dogs entered on Saturday, but a different judge on Sunday judges each breed. Monroeville Convention Center, Monroeville. 412373-7300, www.wpka-inc.org Mar 30-May 5. Performance: Little Gem. Chock full of Dublin slang and hilarity, this play depicts three generations of middle-class Irish women as they strive to piece together their lives over one extraordinary year. City Theatre, Pittsburgh. http://citytheatrecompany.org

Mar 23. Performance: Blairsville Underground Railroad Presents Showtime. The program will be a revue of local talent. Blairsville High School auditorium, Blairsville. 724-459-5779

Mar 30-Jul 21. Exhibit: Japan Is the Key... View highlights from CMOA’s significant collection of traditional Japanese prints in an entirely new way. Carnegie Museum of Art, Pittsburgh. http://cmoa.org

Mar 23. Performance: Neil Berg’s 100 Years of Broadway. 100 years of Broadway recreates the greatest moments from the finest shows of the century featuring the actual stars of shows such as The Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, CATS, Jesus Christ Superstar and Jekyll & Hyde. 8pm. State Theatre Center for the Arts, Uniontown. www.statetheatre.info/

April Apr 1-12. Exhibit: 2013 Undergraduate Juried Art Exhibition. Reception on April 4 at 5pm. Kipp Gallery, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana. www.arts.iup.edu/kipp

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Western Region events events subject to change Apr 5-7. C.A.M.P. Coins & More Promotions. A coin show with 100 dealers from around the country on hand to buy, sell and trade coins, bullion, paper money, tokens and medals. Free appraisals. Free adm. Monroeville Convention Center, Monroeville. 412-373-7300, www.mcc-pa.com, www. sarosicoinshows.com Apr 5-7. Steel City Con. Featuring new and vintage toys, gold/silver/modern age comic books, anime, gaming, sci-fi/ horror, Godzilla, military toys, slot-cars, Star Wars and action figures, just to name a few. There will be thousands of collectibles and celebrity guest appearances. Monroeville Convention Center, Monroeville. 412-373-7300, www.steelcitycon.com

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Apr 6-7. Asbury Woods Maple Festival. Maple syrup making historical tours, arts and crafts, maple-flavored foods and music. 11am-4pm. Asbury Woods Nature Center, Erie. 814-835-5356, www.asburywoods.org Apr 6-7. Our Region on Parade Expo. Informational expo focusing on the many different aspects of tourism throughout the county and beyond. Entertainment daily and children’s activities. Indiana Mall, Indiana. 724-639-3488 Apr 6. Performance: Fiddler on the Roof. The universal theme of tradition cuts across barriers of race, class, nationality and religion, leaving audiences crying tears of laughter, joy and sadness. Fiddler on the Roof is filled with a rousing, heartwarming score, including Tradition; Matchmaker, Matchmaker; If I Were a Rich Man; and Sunrise, Sunset. 8pm. State Theatre Center for the Arts, Uniontown. www.statetheatre. info/ Apr 6-27. Exhibit: Traveling Civil War Exhibit. Includes special local items. Open daily, except Mondays. Senator Walter Lowrie House, Butler. 724-283-8116, www. butlerhistory.com 62 - W&W Spring 2013

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events subject to change Apr 6-7. Maple Sugar Festival. An all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast, antique machinery displays, traditional crafts, a Civil War re-enactment, music and live musical performances. The Lodge at Bradys Run Park, Beaver Falls. 724-3781701

Apr 20. Performance: Guy Lombardo & His Royal Canadians. Enjoy the musical talent of Guy Lombardo and his Royal Canadians during a two-hour benefit concert. 7pm. Mars Area High School, Mars. 412-402-9123, www.bluegoldevents.com

Apr 6. Big Foot Half Marathon Race, 5K Run/ Walk. Armstrong County YMCA, Kittanning. 724-545-9622, www.armstrongymca.org

Apr 20. Roaring Run Earth Day Bash. 5K, 15K run/ walk. Apollo. www.roaringrun.org

Apr 11. Performance: Branson’s Ozark Jubilee. Shows at 2 and 8pm. Palace Theatre, Greensburg. www.thepalacetheatre.org/

Apr 20. 2013 Erie Microbrew Fest. More than 20 regional microbreweries offering their finest for Erie. The Brewerie at Union Station, Erie. 814-454-2200, www.brewerie.com

Apr 11-13. NCAA Frozen Four. The national men’s college ice hockey championship. Consol Energy Center, Pittsburgh. http://ncaa.com

Apr 20-Sep 2. Butterfly Forest. Watch as gorgeous butterfly species like monarchs and zebra longwings emerge from the chrysalises to flutter among cheerful tropical blooms and enchant nature lovers of all ages. Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Pittsburgh. http://phipps.conservatory.org

Apr 12. Michael W. Smith. 7:30pm. Palace Theatre, Greensburg. www.thepalacetheatre.org Apr 12. Beatlemania Magic, A Tribute to The Beatles. A national touring Beatles tribute band recreates the early Beatles concerts with identical costumes, equipment and spot-on harmonies. BC3 Succop Theater, Butler. 724-2848505, www.bc3.edu/theater Apr 13. Performance: Butler Symphony Presents Inspirations: Far Away Places. Featuring the following selections plus many more: Piano Concerto No. 4 in G major by Beethoven, Peer Gynt, Suite No. 1 by Grieg and Polovitsian Dances from Prince Igor by Borodin. Butler Intermediate High School, Butler. 724-283-1402, www.butlersymphony.org Apr 15-29. Annual Kaleidoscope Regional Arts Festival. The festival’s mission is to bring free or low-cost quality arts programming to an underserved region. Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock. 724-738-4586, www.sru.edu Apr 16-May 15. Performance: The Last Romance. A heart-warming comedy about the transformative power of love. Riverside Inn, Cambridge Springs. 800-9645173, www.theriversideinn.com Apr 19-28. Performance: Legally Blonde, The Musical. The musical adaptation of the major motion picture. Academy Theatre, Meadville. 814-337-8000, www.theacademytheatre.org Apr 19-20. Pittsburgh Folk Festival 2013. Promotes unity in cultural diversity by organizing and presenting the annual festival to celebrate the diverse cultures of people in western Pennsylvania. Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum, Pittsburgh. http://pghfolkfest.org Apr 19-27. Pittsburgh Craft Beer Week. The first annual celebration of great local beer in the Steel City. Various locations throughout Pittsburgh. http://pittsburghcraftbeerweek.com Apr 20. Annual Fundraising Dinner & Silent Auction. Dinner and socializing with the nuns. There will also be unique auction items. St. Emma Monastery, Greensburg. www.laurelhighlands.org/Event Apr 20. The Art of Fashion II. Latrobe Country Club, Latrobe. www.laurelhighlands.org/Event

Apr 26-27. Brewski Festival. Guests will enjoy the finest specialty beers from a unique selection of breweries. Festival from 7-10pm. Dinner buffet from 6-8:30pm. Seven Springs Mountain Resort, Seven Springs. www.7springs.com Apr 26-28. Performance: Little Shop of Horrors. Musical Theatre Guild will present the comedy horror rock musical about a hapless florist shop worker who raises a plant that feeds on human blood. BC3 Succop Theater, Butler. 724287-8243, http://mtgbutler.org Apr 26-May 31. Performance: Always...Patsy Cline. Based on a true story about Cline’s friendship with a fan from Houston named Louise Seger, who befriended the star in a Texas honky-tonk in 1961. Riverside Inn, Cambridge Springs. 800-964-5173, www.theriversideinn.com Apr 26. Gallery Crawl in the Cultural District. A free quarterly showcase of art and entertainment in the heart of the Cultural District. Various locations within the Cultural District, Pittsburgh. http://trustarts.org Apr 26-28. Performance: Beethoven’s Ninth, Ode to Joy. Manfred Honeck and the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra pay tribute to the good in mankind. Heinz Hall, Pittsburgh. http://pittsburghsymphony.org Apr 27. 5th Annual Model Railroad Home Tour. This tour will visit multiple layouts and displays in Westmoreland County. 9am-4pm. Tickets are sold in advance only, and only 300 will be sold. The deadline for tickets is April 20. Westmoreland County. www.lvrra.org Apr 27-28. Performance: Three Phantoms in Concert. Three actors from Webber’s smash hit musical come together in this revue of all the great guy songs for Broadway. 8pm. The Strand Theater, Zelienople. 724-742-0400, www.thestrandtheater.org Apr 27. Maple Syrup Festival. The picturesque town of Foxburg on the Allegheny River is the setting for sweet treats, a hearty pancake breakfast and plenty of fun for all ages. Demonstrations, games, food and entertainment, plus a variety of maple products available for purchase. Foxburg Inn, Foxburg. 724-659-3116

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events subject to change Apr 27-28. Conneaut Cellars Winery Open House. Help celebrate the winery’s 31st anniversary by enjoying snacks made with wines, taking tours of the cellar and entering to win one of many great prizes. 11am-5pm. Conneaut Cellars Winery, Conneaut Lake. 814-382-3999, www.ccw-wine.com Apr 27-Oct 6. Summer Flower Show. Enter the lush world of the Victorian glasshouse to discover the spectacular creations of Pittsburgh-based glass artists as they sparkle and shine among vibrant summer blooms. Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Pittsburgh. http://phipps.conservatory.org Apr 27-28. Art All Night. The nonjuried art show occuring the last weekend in April will start on Saturday night and go all night until Sunday afternoon. Lawrenceville neighborhood, Pittsburgh. http://artallnight.org Apr 28. Performance: The Hunts. The Hunts are an incredibly talented family of nine multi-instrumentalists whose performances include a wide variety of musical genres, including covers ranging from Celtic to country and rock, as well as a diverse repertoire of original compostitions. 4pm. Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock. 724-738-2018, www.sru.edu Apr 30-May 5. Youth Arts Celebration. Visual arts and dance at Indiana Mall and music recitals at Zion Lutheran Church. This family-friendly festival of the arts will showcase work by students in kindergarten through 12th grade from nine school districts in and around Indiana County. Indiana Mall, Indiana. 724-465-2787

May May 3-4. Bluegrass Festival. Multiple bands performing. Open to the public. Camping available. Twolick Valley Rod and Gun Club, Cherry Tree. 724-254-4649 May 3-5. Gourmet Getaway. A sensational weekend that will feed attendees’ passion for deliciously good food. There will be daily seminars and cooking demonstrations hosted by local and regional chefs, and experts will demonstrate selected recipes for visitors’ culinary delight. Seven Springs Mountain Resort, Seven Springs. www.7springs.com May 3. Performance: Tanya Tucker. One of country music’s greatest legends. Show starts at 8pm. Palace Theatre, Greensburg. www.thepalacetheatre.org May 3-4. Bird Walk in Foxburg. Nature lovers will enjoy the nature walk, wildlife demonstrations, crafts and perhaps even a 5K run. Foxburg Inn, Foxburg. 724-659-3116 May 4. Spring Open House. Visit the shops and get ready for spring. Downtown Smicksburg. 814-257-0192 May 4. Ohiopyle State Park Youth Fishing Festival. Ohiopyle State Park, Ohiopyle. www.friendsofohiopyle.info May 4-5. Spring Open House. Music and good food on both days. Glades Pike Winery, Somerset. www.gladespikewinery.com/ Mar 4-5. May Garden Mart. One-stop shopping for anything and everything for the lawn and garden. A great selection of plants and garden-related products. Fountain Park, downtown Franklin. 814-437-1619, ext. 123, www.franklinpa.gov

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events subject to change May 4-5. Beaver County History Celebration Weekend. The Home Front: After the Civil War. Sixteen local historical sites will interpret the particular role they took in post-Civil War Beaver County. The Vicary Mansion, Freedom. 724-775-1848, www.bchrlf.org

May 10-12, 14-16. Performance: The Fox on the Fairway. A hilarious romp, which pulls the rug out from under the stuffy denizens of a private country club. Butler Little Theater, Butler. 724-287-6781, www.bltgroup.org

May 4. Crooked Creek Environmental Learning Center Open House. Visit the best kept secret in Armstrong County for an informative and educational exhibit for the whole family, with a reptile program, wood carvings and refreshments. Crooked Creek Environmental Learning Center, Ford City. 724-763-6316, www.crookedcreekelc.org

May 10-19. Great Outdoors Week. Showcasing the region as a hub for outdoor recreation activities - biking, hiking, paddling and much more. Various locations, Pittsburgh. http:// wallsarebad.org

May 4. Performance: Mark Morris Dance Group. Endlessly inventive and masterful, Mark Morris ranks among the world’s greatest choreographers. Byham Theater, Pittsburgh. http://trustarts.org/dance May 9. Pittsburgh Wine Festival. More 165 vendors serving more than 500 different wines. Heinz Field, Pittsburgh. http://pittsburghwinefestival.com May 10-12. Spring PAN Coin Show. The annual PAN shows have grown each year and are among the best regional shows in the country. The typical show has up to 150 tables of dealers and 3,300+ walk-in attendance. Monroeville Convention Center, Monroeville. 412-373-7300, www.pancoins.org

May 11. Mud on the Mountain. Offers athletes a chance to get down and dirty atop the beautiful Laurel Highlands. The seven-mile mud run course winds its way up, down and through some of the most challenging terrain in Pennsylvania. Participants will traverse ponds, scale boulder fields, climb over obstacles and claw their way up impossible inclines, all on the way to a triumphant finish atop the largest snow pile they’ll see anywhere in the middle of spring. Seven Springs Mountain Resort, Seven Springs. www.7springs.com May 11. Performance: All American Side-BySide. Greenville Symphony and Hickory High School students side-by-side two rising star winners, performing Copland, Gershwin, Dvorak and Gould. 8pm. Passavant Center, Thiel College, Greenville. 724-588-6164, www.thegreenvillesymphony.org

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May 10-12. Butler County Chainsaw Carving Invitational. 20-plus of the world’s top chainsaw carving artists will converge. Butler Farm Show Grounds, Butler. 866856-8444, www.VisitButlerCounty.com

May 10-19. Silk Screen Asian American Film Festival. Showcasing films and filmmakers with origins in India, Japan, China, Taiwan, Indonesia, Korea, Thailand, the Philippines, Iran and more. Various theaters, Pittsburgh. http:// silkscreenfestival.org

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events subject to change May 11. Performance: A Date With Judy. Joan Ellison sings the songs of a young Judy Garland. Academy Theatre, Meadville. 814-337-8000, www.theacademytheatre. org May 11. Rocky’s 5K Run/Walk. ACMH Hospital Campus, Kittanning. www.acmh.org May 15-19. Pittsburgh International Children’s Festival. Opens the door for children to experience professional performing arts. Oakland. http://pghkids.org May 16. Performance: Vicki Lawrence & Mama. Shows start at 2 and 8pm. Palace Theatre, Greensburg. www. thepalacetheatre.org May 16-19. Alle-Kiski-Connie Rivers Sojourn. Paddle through a scenic river adventure on the beautiful Allegheny, Kiskiminetas and Conemaugh Valleys, sharing in the rich heritage of these unique waterways. Vandergrift. 724845-5426, www.strongland.org May 17-18. May Mart Flower & Craft Festival. Various nurseries will provide a wide selection of annuals, perennials and shrubs to choose from. Craft vendors will provide ornamentation with garden-related or handcrafted items. S&T Bank Arena, Indiana. 724-349-8763, www.indianagardenclub.com May 17-20. National Road Festival. Demonstrations, food, music and history. Historic National Road, Uniontown. www.nationalroadpa.org/ May 17. Performance: The Strand Broadway Concert Series: The Music of Irving Berlin. Enjoy a night of live music. 8pm. The Strand Theater, Zelienople. 724-742-0400, www.thestrandtheater.org

May 17. Performance: Romeo & Juliet. The Pittsburgh Philharmonic will present this classic piece and other timeless love stories of William Shakespeare set to music by Tchaikovsky, Prokofiev and Mendelssohn. BC3 Succop Theater, Butler. 724-284-8505, www.bc3.edu/theater May 17-19. Ambridge Nationality Days Festival. A celebration of ethnic pride for the past 48 years, this year’s festival will offer mouth-watering local foods, lively entertainment, crafts and children’s attractions. The parade will be held on Saturday at noon. Ambridge. 724-266-3040 May 17-19. Edinboro Art & Music Festival. A showcase of grassroots music and arts in the unique spirit of Appalachian tradition. Downtown Edinboro. www.edinboroartandmusic.com May 18. Butler County History Day. Explore the history of a variety of locations around Butler County with special presentations and activities. Butler County. 724-2838116, www.butlerhistory.com May 18-19. Portersville Steam Show Spring Gas-Up. Antique farm, transportation and oil field equipment, crafts, a flea market, train rides, antique tractor pulls, homemade ice cream and a vintage village. Portersville Steam Show Grounds, Portersville. 724-452-8656, www.portersvillesteamshow.org May 18-Sep 2. Exhibit: Adventures with Clifford the Big Red Dog. Journey to the world of Clifford, America’s beloved big red dog with a heart to match. Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh. http://pittsburghkids.org May 19. Spring Into You! Christian W. Klay Winery, Chalk Hill. www.cwklaywinery.com

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events subject to change May 24-27. Outdoor Extravaganza. A weekend full of outdoor activities, fun workshops and evening entertainment with the Butler Outdoor Club. Camping and meals are optional. Breakneck Campground, Portersville. 724-283-0191, www. outdoorextravaganza.org May 24-26. Troika Russian Festival. Authentic Russian food, an ice bar and live folk entertainment. Free adm and parking. Church of the Nativity, Erie. 814-602-5399, www. churchofthenativity.net May 24-26. 7th Annual National Button Accordian Festival. Plenty of food, refreshments and parking. There will be an excellent hardwood dance floor, attendees may play their music - they are the entertainment. Bessemer Croatian Club, Bessemer. 724-588-3786, www. nationalbuttonaccordianfestival.com May 25. Geranium Festival. Hanging baskets, perennials, plants, shrubs and more. Crafts for sale will include jewelry, pottery, wood art for home and yard, nature and wildlife photographs, dolls, stained glass, florals, frames, Steelers shirts and much more. Connellsville. www.artworkconnellsville.org May 25-Jun 2. Sixth Annual Regional Juried Fine Art & Craft Exhibit. Presented by the Uniontown Art Club. Touchstone Center for Crafts, Farmington. http:// touchstonecrafts.org/ May 25-26. Hot Glass Blowing Demonstrations. Demonstrations with master glass artist Herb Thomas. Guests may enjoy this informative and fun family event and watch as Thomas creates glass vases, paper weights and other items. 11am-4:30pm. Campbell Pottery Store & Gallery, Cambridge Springs. 814-734-8800, www.campbellpotterystore.com

May 25. Perry 200 Grand Patriotic Parade. Parade themes include the armed services, Erie region veterans, military equipment, a major armed services band, historical floats with major Erie military heroes, floats of Erie’s many ethnic groups and more. Erie. 814-459-8000, www.perry200. com May 28. Quilt in a Day. Presented by Patricia Knoechel and based on the newest publications and patterns by Knoechel and her sister, Eleanor Burns, Quilt in a Day founder and syndicated television quilter. 10am-noon. Reservations recommended. Harmony Museum, Harmony. 724-452-7341, www. harmonymuseum.org May 28-Jun 1. 23rd Annual Erie Wild Rib CookOff & Music Festival. Numerous vendors will compete in the Best Ribs competition, and there will be food, musical entertainment and family fun. Perry Square, Downtown Erie. www.ErieRibFest.com May 30-Jun 22. Performance: The Kreutzer Sonata. Henry Heymann Theatre, Pittsburgh. http://picttheatre.org May 31-Jun 2. Darlington Days. Celebrating the community with a memorial polo match, museum tours, arts and crafts, live entertainment, a Civil War encampment, delicious food and fireworks. Darlington. 724-827-2132, ext. 23, www.darlingtondays.com May 31-Jun 9. Performance: 42nd Street. Benedum Center, Pittsburgh. http://pittsburghclo.org

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Nowadays, people get really excited about repurposing. All you have to do is look at the popularity of Pinterest. The site is chock-full of projects that turn nearly anything into something to be treasured. Converting old, unused railroad beds into usable recreational trails is one of the best examples of repurposing that I can think of. These projects have been going on for decades and continue today. With a total of 162, Pennsylvania has more rail trails than any other state in the U.S., which makes sense when you consider the state’s rich railroad history. One very anticipated Rails-to-Trails project, the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP), is now nearing completion. The organization in charge of this effort is the Allegheny Trail Alliance (ATA). The ATA is a coalition of seven trail organizations from western Maryland and

southwestern Pennsylvania working together to bring the 150-mile Great Allegheny Passage to fruition. This multiple purpose rail-trail system connects Cumberland, Md., to Pittsburgh, Pa. The Great Allegheny Passage is part of the Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail, which is one of only eight in the country. The trail travels through Pennsylvania’s beautiful Laurel Highlands. Small towns like Meyersdale, Conﬂuence and Ohiopyle complement the GAP with their unique charm, which doesn’t go unnoticed by outdoor enthusiasts who frequent

the trail. This combination of lovely towns and pristine scenery makes the Great Allegheny Passage the perfect way to enjoy PA’s greatest natural resource, its landscape. The nearly level trail takes you along scenic rivers, quaint towns and shady glens.

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The ﬁnal stretch of the GAP, between Homestead and Pittsburgh, is expected to be complete in June. At the southern end of the GAP, the trail connects with the C&O Canal Towpath, creating a 335-mile motor-free route between D.C. and The Salisnury Viaduct in Meyersdale. Pittsburgh. Whethsage. The Great GAP Ride will be er you’re held Labor Day Weekend, Aug. 30 planning to Sept. 2. This ride will take bicyclists to travel on a red carpet tour along the 150the trail mile Great Allegheny Passage. The by foot or proceeds from both rides will bentwo wheels, eﬁt the GAP. you should Links to the Great Allegheny Pasd e f i n i te l y sage website, as well as informacheck out tion on the rides, can be found on the Great whereandwhen.com. ~WSR Allegheny Pa s s a g e Ohiopyle is an amazing destiwebsite for nation for outdoor recreation and Photos courtesy of the Laurel Highlands a popular stop along the trail. Visitors Bureau i n fo r m a tion like trail grade and surface, maps and even trail etiquette. Two bicycle rides are planned for the summer. From July 14 to 21, the inaugural EFI Ride will cover Every Final Inch of the C&O Canal Towpath and the The Big Savage Overlook in Meyersdale. Great Allegheny Pas69 - W&W Spring 2013

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