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REV UP! Many BIG screen TVs that always have YOUR favorite sport on. Auto-themed decor includes COOL Classic Cars, NASCAR theme on walls and Motorcycles that hang from the ceilings! RE-CHARGE! There’s ALWAYS something happening at The Lube! From Tuesday’s All-You-Can-Eat Wing Night, Bike Nites, Family & Kids Nite to Car Cruise-Ins & much more!

COOL OFF! We have TWO bars to choose from with Daily Draft Specials and our Signature Lube Drinks! QUICK LUBE LUNCH BUFFET Selected Weekdays and Locations. BRING A CARLOAD OR A BUS FULL! HUNGRY AND IN A HURRY? Call ahead! Use our Drive Thru Pick-up Wingo Window for great food on the go... at home or the game! LOCATIONS: BLOOMSBURG - Exit 232 off of I-80 - 211 Columbia Mall Drive - 570.389.WING (9464) DICKSON CITY/SCRANTON - Exit 191A off of I-81 - 4005 Commerce Blvd. - 570.489.LUBE (5823) MECHANICSBURG - Exit 3 off Rte. 581/Carlisle Pike - 165 Gateway Drive - 717.796.WING (9464) STATE COLLEGE - I-99 Shiloh, Exit #76 - 501 Benner Pike - 814.237.LUBE (5823) YORK - Rt. 30 & Kenneth Rd. - 1411 Kenneth Road - 717.767.WING (9464)

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How many ways will you have fun?

Expect the Unexpected.

Everyone has fun on a trip to Nemacolin Woodlands. We have great family activities like an Adventure Center, swimming, bowling and even a Wildlife Academy with nearly 100 different types of animals. But we also feature championship golf courses, a JeepÂŽ Off-Road Driving Academy, fine dining and a world-class spa for those who think there is nothing more exciting than looking forward to a relaxing massage. To plan a quick visit or a long weekend call 866.486.6957 or visit nemacolin.com.

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Anew, fresh, green, bloom, and anticipation - those are words that are evoked when I think of spring. Nature is bursting with the anticipation of blooms that will embellish and perfume our landscape for months. I’ve always considered myself fortunate to be allergy free. I love the smell of spring; fresh grass, fragrant dogwoods and Pennsylvania’s state flower, the mountain laurel. If I smell mountain laurel, it usually means that I’m hiking in one of PA’s state parks. I’m a firm believer that time spent outdoors is not only beneficial to your physical health, but a balm to the soul. Among the pages of our spring issue you will discover hundreds of things to do, both indoors and out. I’m certain you will find many ways to enjoy spring in Pennsylvania.

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This past fall I enrolled in a naturalist course that focuses on the ecosystems in Pennsylvania. Never before had I realized the abundance and diversity of the animals, plants, and habitats found in the commonwealth. Every county has access to unique opportunities to help people connect with their surroundings in nature. The locations mentioned in this article will either unite you with things to do in Pennsylvania ecosystems or educate you about the opportunities to give back to the local environment through a variety of preservation and sustainable business practices. As both a traveler and a lover of nature, I find it encouraging to study the ways in which Pennsylvania tourism is integrating environmental protection initiatives in order to protect its resources for travelers for years to come. These measures will enable us all to enjoy the serenity of our world-class fly fishing streams, the variant shale rock formations found along our hiking trails, the scent of our native pine and maple trees, and the rebirth of industrial towns and buildings into ecotourism destinations.

Ledges Hotel is one of the most beautiful adaptive reuse projects in Pennsylvania. Formerly the home of the Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor Glass Factory in Hawley, located in northeastern Pennsylvania, it was redesigned into a hotel and maintains the hand-cut bluestone exterior of the original building. Guest rooms are furnished in such a way as to bring the outside in, and the hotel uses local artisansâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; work to decorate the interior spaces. Guests will enjoy toiletry products made from all-natural and organic ingredients during their stay (www. ledgeshotel.com). If you are in town from Friday to Sunday, April 24 to 26, make sure to visit Hawley Earthfest on Main Avenue in downtown Hawley for crafts, speakers, a farmers market, and a festival (www.hawleyearthfest.com). The hotel is part of the Green Lodging Partnership with the Delaware Highlands Conservancy, also based out of Hawley. Being a member of this partnership means that with every reservation, guests are contributing directly the conservancy (www.delawarehighlands.org). Conservancy efforts support protecting land, water, and outdoor recreation in the Upper Delaware River region. Other Green Lodging Partners in Pennsylvania include Hotel whereandwhen.com / 2015 W&W spring / 11 /

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Fly Fisherman strive for the best catch in the Yellow Breeches creek behind Allenberry Resort.

Credit: Sam Gray, Courtesy of Cumberland Valley Visitors Bureau

Fauchere – Milford, Harrington House Bed & Breakfast – Milford, the James Manning House Bed & Breakfast – Bethany, Roebling Inn on the Delaware – Lackawaxen, Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort - Shawnee on Delaware, Inn at Starlight Lake – Starlight, The Lodge at Woodloch – Hawley, The Settlers Inn – Hawley, The Starlight Lodge – Starlight, and Woodloch Pines Resort – Hawley. Just 40 minutes from the hotel is Grey Towers, the former residence of Gifford Pinchot, who is known as the father of American conservation and was a twotime governor of Pennsylvania. The Grey Towers Heritage Association in Milford offers programs in conservation, the arts, recreation, and more. Built in 1886 by Pinchot’s parents, James and Mary Pinchot, the summer retreat was often filled with friends, family, and supporters of Pinchot’s ideals to protect natural resources from industrialization. Grey Towers Heritage Association continues to preserve the estate in order to support the legacy of this conservation pioneer and first chief of the U.S. Forest Service (www.greytowers.org).

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West: Pittsburgh has become the heart of green building innovation in the last decade, a far cry from its industrial steel roots. Consol Energy Center, home of the Pittsburgh Penguins hockey team, was the first National Hockey League arena to achieve LEED Gold Certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. This certification is based on the number of points received from the Green Building Certification Institute on green building techniques and implementations (www.consolenergycenter.com). A 15-minute walk from the center is Fairmont Hotel, which has also achieved the LEED Gold Certification. Guests can tour the green building infrastructure, explore the 26,000 artifacts found during construction, and partake of local, organic, fair trade, and sustainable food on site. Guests may also find comfort in the fact that the Fairmont Pittsburgh has gone above and beyond in energy and water conservation as well as giving back to the local community (www.fairmont.com/pittsburgh).

From the hotel, visitors may hop on a bike for a short 20-minute ride to the Great Allegheny Passage trailhead. The trail is built mostly on abandoned rail beds and runs 150 miles from Pittsburgh to Cumberland, Md. Biking and hiking the trail are the most popular activities, but some sections are open to equestrians (www.atatrail.org).

North: The Hyner View Trail Challenge is a trail hike and run for those who are up for a mental and physical challenge. At 8 a.m. on Saturday, April 18, runners will begin the 50K challenge, and at 9 a.m. the 25K challenge will begin. Registration is open through Wednesday, March 25, or to the first 1,200 runners, whichever comes first. The challenge includes three major climbs, three major descents, and more than 4,300 feet in elevation gain, featuring vistas, stream crossings, and single-track paths (www.hikerun.com). Part of the Hyner View Trail Challenge cuts across the vast West Branch Forest near Lock Haven. The forest has pristine views across 40 miles of mountains from the northwest and southeast and includes a network of old logging roads and trails. Forest streams that wind their way to the Susquehanna River contain Class A wild trout. Intended to serve as a research and demonstration site for sustainable forestry, this protected forest was purchased by the Nature Conservancy to bridge the state-managed Sproul State Forest and Bucktail State Park Natural Area, connecting a total of 18,000 preserved acres (www.nature.org/pennsylvania).

Runners completing one of the GUIDE PENNSYLVANIA'S TRAVEL extreme inclines on the Hyner View Trail Challenge.

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Bikers on one of Pittsburgh's great rail trails. Credit: Visit Pittsburgh

Grey Towers was home of the first Chief of the U.S. Forest Service, Gifford Pinchot.

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After completing the challenge or your own hike through the West Branch Forest, drive one hour south to stay at the Nature Inn at Bald Eagle State Park in Howard. This inn has also received the LEED Gold Certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. Some of the green perks include on-site renewable energy, native landscaping, and a rainwater harvesting system. The large windows, decks, patios, and private balconies allow guests to stay connected with nature throughout their stay (www.natureinn atbaldeagle.com).

South: The Appalachian Trail runs from Georgia to Maine, and halfway in between lies the town of Boiling Springs, Pa. The information desk at the Boiling Springs Appalachian Trail Information Center provides information for day hikers, thru-hikers, and section hikers. Individuals will find maps and merchandise to support the Appalachian Trail’s initiative to protect the trail so it can be enjoyed for many years to come. In the warmer months, trail club volunteers may be found on the front porch of the Boiling Springs office to encourage hikers along their journey (www.appalachian trail.org). Take a moment outside in any one of Pennsylvania’s unique habitats and you’ll find abundant opportunities to climb a trail, bike on a former industrial site, lay your head on the grass, and look up into the dark sky with glittery stars all around. Pennsylvania’s recreation is eco-rich and unique, and Where & When, Pennsylvania’s Travel Guide welcomes you to share your favorite escapes in the Pennsylvania outdoors online. Connect with us at facebook.com/Whereand WhenPA or twitter.com/Where andWhenPA. Credit: Clinton County Economic Partnership / 14 /

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South Mountain Partnership works in coordination with state agencies as well as the Appalachian Trail to protect the quality of life in the region of Franklin and Cumberland counties. The partnership sponsors many recreational opportunities in the region, including an extensive geotrail and a speaker series (www.southmountain partnership.org). While you’re in the Boiling Springs area, you can immerse yourself in nature at the Allenberry Resort and Playhouse. The comfortable accommodations keep guests linked to the alluring wildlife and flora of the region. Book your stay in coordination with the resort’s Fly Fishing School with nationally recognized guides Tom Baltz and Eric Stroup (www.allenberry.com).

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11th Annual Potter-Tioga Maple Weekend

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ONGOING Though Mar 5. Exhibit: Amanda McCavour Line: Drawn & Stitched. The artist draws with thread, exploring the use of the sewn line in both 2-D wall pieces and 3-D installations. The Gallery at Penn College, Williamsport. 570-320-2445, www.pct.edu/gallery

accompanying adults. Mondays. 10:30-11:30am. Fee. The Children’s Museum, Bloomsburg. 570-389-9206, www. the-childrens-museum.org

Through Mar 6. Exhibit: From a Black Shore: Field

Through Apr 21. American Girl Club. Children’s book illustrator Laura Knorr will read books, and there will be make-and-take crafts and games related to an American Girl character. Second Saturdays. 2-3pm. The Children’s Museum, Bloomsburg. 570-389-9206, www. the-childrens-museum.org

Through Apr 20. Ready 2 Learn. Hands-on learning

Through Apr 21. Under 2 Club. The first-time learning experience takes place in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere w/preschool educator Kathleen Lincoln. Ages 9-24 months and their adult caregivers. Tuesdays. 9-10am. Fee. Children’s Museum, Bloomsburg. the-childrens-museum.org

Notes, Iceland. Artist Burke Jam’s research formulates in a display that investigates a critical theory of sound as phenomenon and art object. Blaisdell Hall, KOA Art Gallery, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, Bradford. 814-3627500, www.upb.pitt.edu/koaartgallery

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Exhibit: Speculation on the Trajectory of Human Kind. The display will feature the work of Amanda LeKline. Digital Media Gallery, Communication Building Lycoming College, Williamsport. 570-321-4000, www.lycoming.edu

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Through Jun 12. Homeschool Hangouts. Parent/ child activities designed to complement concepts taught in homeschool curricula for kindergarten through 12th grade. Every other Wednesday through the end of the school year. 11am-1pm. Fee. The Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Museum, Bloomsburg. www. the-childrens-museum.org

Mar 1-31. Susquehanna Heartland Wine Trail. Family-

MARCH Mar 1. Performance: Nunsense Theater Play.

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Mar 1-29. Maple Sugaring Learn the story of maple

sugaring, how it was discovered, how it was made years ago, how to identify maple trees in winter and more. There will be free pure maple tasting samples for visitors. Saturdays and Sundays. Sugar Shack near Pavilion 7, Parker Dam State Park, Penfield. 814-765-0630, www. dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/findapark/parkerdam/ / 16 /

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World of Little League Treasure Hunt. Participants who answer all the questions correctly will receive a free vintage pin. World of Little League Museum, South Williamsport. 570-326-3607, www.littleleaguemuseum.org

owned wineries on the wine trail in the Susquehanna heartland will have many varieties available for sampling. Various locations, Lycoming County. 570-837-3644, www. pawinetrail.com

Mar 1-4.

Week of Lasermania. Multiple laser-based programs will highlight topics such as black history, space, American pride, and the music of the Beatles, U2, and Pink Floyd. Peirce Planetarium, Clarion University, Clarion. 814393-2085

Mar 3. Performance: Paddy Moloney - The Chieftains

& Special Guests. 7:30pm. Eisenhower Auditorium, Center for the Performing Arts, Penn State University Main Campus, University Park. 814-863-0255, www.cpa.psu.edu

Mar 4. Lecture: Penn Stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Participation in the Great War - World War I. Michael Bezilla will present as part of the Friendsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Richard Koontz Memorial Lecture

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Mar 5. Performance: Wynonna & Friends: Stories &

Songs. Wynonna Judd will take audiences on the revolutionary journey of her 30-year platinum career. Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570-326-2424, caclive.com

Mar 6. I Have a Dream: The Life & Times of Dr. Martin

Luther King Jr. The event will chronicle the impact of Dr. King’s life. . University of Pittsburgh, Blaisdell Hall, Bromeley Family Theater, Bradford. www.upb.pitt.edu/bromeleytheater

Mar 6, Apr 3, May 1.

First Friday Celebration. Visitors will experience a city-wide display of art, music and culture. Restaurants will offer specials, and retail stores will have extended hours. Downtown Williamsport. 570-3225544, www.williamsportfirstfriday.org

Mar 6-7, 12-15. Performance: Meanwhile Back on

the Couch. Psychiatrist Victor Karleen is in desperate need of money to keep up with his fiancee’s extravagant tastes. A misunderstanding concerning a manuscript solves his problem, but then everything goes wrong. Community Theatre League, Williamsport. www.ctlshows.com

Mar 6-8. Golden Eagle Voyage Birding Weekend. The event-filled weekend will provide an opportunity to view the majestic birds soaring overhead from atop Tussey Mountain. Includes accommodations, group dinners and a choice of a locally and sustainably crafted birdfeeder. Bald Eagle State Park and Nature Inn at Bald Eagle, Howard. 814-625-2879, www.natureinnatbaldeagle.com Mar 6-8. Southern Clarion County Sportsman Show. Highlights will include the NWTF turkey-calling competition and activities for children. East Brady Community Center, East Brady. www.sccsportsmanshow.com

Mar 7-8. Charter Day Weekend. The museum will reopen to the public on Mar 7 with a Military Movie Madness Festival from 10:30am-3:30pm. There will be free admission on Mar 8. Pennsylvania Military Museum, Boalsburg. 814-466-6263, www.pamilmuseum.org Mar 7-8. Winter Jazz Fest. Penn Wells Hotel, Wellsboro. 570-787-7800, www.endlessmountain.net

Mar 8. Commonwealth Charter Day. Visitors may tour

the American home of the English clergyman who discovered oxygen, and they may visit with costumed guides, see new exhibits in the laboratory, and watch chemistry demonstrations. 1-4pm. Free adm. Joseph Priestley House Museum, Northumberland. www.josephpriestleyhouse.org

Mar 11. The Very Hungry Caterpillar & Other Eric Carle

Favorites. The triple-bill show, directed and designed by puppetry creator Jim Morrow, incorporates Nova Scotian composer Steven Naylor’s original music, as well as black light staging techniques. 60 min. University of Pittsburgh, Blaisdell Hall Bromeley Family Theater, Bradford. 814-3625113, www.upb.pitt.edu/bromeleytheater

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Mar 11. Performance: Rhythm of the Dance. One of

Ireland’s most successful dance and music shows moves through the history of Ireland. Auditorium, Bradford Area High School, Bradford. 814-362-2522, www.bcpac.com

Mar 12-29. BTE Performance: Skin & Bone.

Alvina Krause Theatre, Bloomsburg. 570-784-8181, www.bte.org

Mar 13. Performance: John Carfi & Joe Ohrin. Two veterans of stage and screen will deliver original, creative and clean comedy. 8pm. Deane Center for the Performing Arts, Wellsboro. 570-724-6220, www.DeaneCenter.com Mar 13-14. Mother & Daughter Retreat. Moms and

their daughters can relax, have fun and build stronger relationships through fun activities such as coffee and cappuccino time, a baking party, spa time, crafting and sessions with retreat speakers. Open to moms and daughters age 10 and up. Mahaffey Camp, Mahaffey. 814-277-5544, www.mahaffeycamp.com

Mar 13-15.

Home Show. The West Branch Builders Association will present the show, with many vendors displaying their products and services. Recreation Center, Lycoming College, Williamsport. westbranchbuilders.org

Mar 13, Apr 10, May 8. Forest County Music Association Musical Jam. Individuals may bring their musical instruments and dancing shoes to the country and bluegrass event. All musicians and listeners are welcome. MACA Building, Marienville. 814-927-8515, 724-525-4159 Mar 13-15.

Retreat to Wellness at the Gateway Lodge. Creative workshops, energizing mornings, great food, wine and soothing spa services. Gateway Lodge, Cooksburg. 814-744-8017, www.gatewaylodge.com

Mar 14-15. Performance: Susquehanna Valley Chorale Concerts: The Music of Downton Abbey. The chorale will be joined by soloists and the chamber orchestra. Zion Lutheran Church, Sunbury. www.svcmusic.org Mar 14. Herbal Soap Making Class. The event will teach

how to make soap from scratch, including mixing oils, knowing when soap is tracing, and cutting the final product. Attendees will go home with a free bar of soap. Quiet Creek Herb Farm and School of Country Living, Brookville. 814-849-9662, http://quietcreekherbfarm.org whereandwhen.com / 2015 W&W spring / 17 /

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Mar 14. St. Patrick’s Day Celebration.

Lakeview Lodge at Treasure Lake, DuBois. 814-371-0711, http://treasurelakepoa.com

Mar 17. Performance: Dervish. St. Patrick’s Day will be

celebrated with the magical music of Ireland. Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570-326-2424, caclive.com

Mar 19. Performance: Brussels Jazz Orchestra: BJO’s

Mar 20-22. March Madness & Cabin Fever. In con-

junction with the Central Pennsylvania Outdoor Show, various shops and restaurants will offer sales and specials. A shuttle to the downtown area will be available from the Outdoor Show. Downtown Clearfield. www.bobsarmynavy. com, www.gricegunshop.com, www.jimssports.com

Mar 20-22. Central Pennsylvania Outdoor & Sports

Finest & Graphicology. 7:30pm. Eisenhower Auditorium, Center for the Performing Arts, Penn State University Main Campus, University Park. 814-863-0255, www.cpa.psu.edu

Show. Exhibitors, demonstrations and clinics, expert seminars, entertainment, products and supplies on display. The Clearfield County Fairgrounds, Clearfield. 814-765-5256, www.centralpaoutdoorshow.com

Mar 19-21.

Performance: Uptown Unplugged. Students of the Uptown Music Collective will play acoustic instruments as they reproduce classic performances by classic rock and modern artists. Community Theatre League, Williamsport. 570-327-1777, www.ctlshows.com

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Mar 20-Apr 17. Exhibit: 12th Annual Pitt-Bradford

Mar 21. Diane Kelly Memorial 5K Run & 5K Fun Walk.

Student Art Exhibition Affairs of the Art. Distinguished student artwork includes paintings, drawings, digital graphic designs, digital photographic prints and ceramics. University of Pittsburgh, Blaisdell Hall, KOA Art Gallery, Bradford. 814-362-7500, www.upb.pitt.edu/koaartgallery

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Clarion River Jam Bluegrass Festival. Continuous bluegrass and newgrass music will be performed by regional musicians. There will be drawings, vendors, Chinese auctions and more. Free adm. Park Inn by Radisson, Clarion. 814-226-8760, www.uwclarionco.org

10am. Warren YMCA, Warren. 814-726-0110

Mar 21. BVFC Gun Bash. There will be opportunities to win 20 guns and 20 cash prizes. Ticket includes dinner and a beverage. Brookville Volunteer Fire Company, Brookville. 814-849-2958, www.bvfc2.net

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Mar 21. Maple Open House. Attendees will learn how

pure maple syrup is made, from tree to table. Children will have the opportunity to tap a tree and hang a bucket. 10am-4pm. Hills Creek State Park, Wellsboro. 570-7244246, http://visitpaparks.com

Mar 21-22. Shaverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Creek Maple Harvest Festival.

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Mar 27. Performance: Three Dog Night.

Mar 21-22. Maple Weekend. At various producers in Susquehanna County. 570-395-3458

Mar 28. Performance: The Stickers. Started by three

Maple Weekend. Various producers in Bradford County. 570-395-3458

Mar 21-22. Maple Weekend. At various producers in

Wyoming County. 570-395-3458

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Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570-326-2424, www.caclive. com brothers from the Pittsburgh area, the up-and-coming country band has charted five hit songs in the United States. 8pm. Deane Center for the Performing Arts, Wellsboro. 570-724-6220, www.DeaneCenter.com

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Mar 28. Kettle Creek Valley Outdoor Show. Demonstrations, speakers, door prizes, photo contest, food, a national sanctioned turkey calling contest, and vendors covering outdoor activities. 9am-4pm. Cross Fork Fire Hall, Cross Fork. www.kettlecreekvalley.com/outdoorshow Mar 28. Easter Bunny Breakfast & Carnival. Fun holiday games and activities will include breakfast with the Easter Bunny, pictures and an Easter egg hunt. 8-11am. Lock Haven YMCA, Lock Haven. 570-748-6727, www.lockhavenymca.com

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Mar 28. Military Collectibles Show. Historic militaria for show, sale and trade will feature items from the Civil War to the present, including World Wars I and II. Jefferson County Fairgrounds, Brookville. 814-849-0077, http://jeffcofair.com, www.jchconline.org Mar 28. Cook Forest Half Marathon & 5K Run. The 31st annual race will travel along the picturesque Clarion River. Cook Forest State Park, Cooksburg. 814-744-8407, www. dcnr.state.pa.us, www.cookforest.com/marathon

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Race. The event will be held on a remote 7.5-mile section of Moshannon Creek. At moderate levels, the section is rated Class II+. Classes for solo and tandem open canoes, kayaks and decked canoes. Peale Bridge, Grassflat. 814355-5690, tusseymountainoutfitters.com

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Caring for Communities: Earth Month Celebration. Family-oriented outdoor events aims to bring attention to the qualities and pleasures of the natural environment. Wetland explorations, owl prowls, star gazing, canoeing and kayaking and wildflower walks. Various locations, Union County. 570-524-8666, linnconservancy.org

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Apr 1. Lecture: Remembering World War II, A Pilot’s Journey. Army Air Force pilot John F. Homan will discuss his experiences during WWII. 7:30pm. Donation requested. PA Military Museum, Boalsburg. www.pamilmuseum.org Apr 2-4.

Performance: LEAR. The student theater production will focus on the children who sent Lear raging on the heath and blinded Gloucester wandering to the cliff’s edge. Contains adult content and language. Studio Theater, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, Bradford. 814-362-7500, www.upb.pitt.edu/thearts

Apr 2. Performance: Eighth Blackbird. 7:30pm. Schwab Auditorium, Center for the Performing Arts, Penn State University Main Campus, University Park. 814-8630255, www.cpa.psu.edu Apr 4. Cameron County Canoe & Kayak Classic. The

largest downriver canoe and kayak event in the state features hundreds of participants each year. The 12-mile race will travel along the Driftwood Branch of the Sinnemahoning Creek. Emporium Country Club, Emporium. 814-546-2011, www.canoeclassic.org

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Apr 4-26. World of Little League Play Ball Weekends. Attendees are encouraged to wear their favorite MLB logo merchandise and receive free admission. Saturdays and Sundays. World of Little League Museum, South Williamsport. 570-326-3607, littleleaguemuseum.org Apr 4-May 30. Birding Series. Attendees will join

members of the Tiadaghton Audubon as they search the park for osprey, eagles, warblers and waterfowl. Saturdays. 8am. Hills Creek State Park, Wellsboro. 570-724-4246, http://visitpaparks.com

Apr 5. Easter Sunrise Service. Attendees should bring their own lawn chairs and should arrive at approximately 6:30am to ensure a good seat. Ridge Campground Amphitheater, Cook Forest State Park, Cooksburg.

Apr 5. Easter Buffet. After attendees dine at the buffet,

there will be an Easter egg hunt for children. Gateway Lodge, Cooksburg. 814-744-8017, www.gatewaylodge.com

Apr 5. Cook Forest Easter Egg Hunt. Free. Cook Forest State Park, Cooksburg. 814-744-8407, dcnr.state.pa.us

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The latest of the humorous Late Night Catechism series unearths the origins of Easter bunnies, eggs, bonnets, baskets and Peeps. Alvina Krause Theatre, Bloomsburg. 570-784-8181, www.bte.org

Apr 9. Performance: Rosanne Cash - The River & The Thread. 7:30pm. Eisenhower Auditorium, Center for the Performing Arts, Penn State University Main Campus, University Park. 814-863-0255, www.cpa.psu.edu Apr 9-11.

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and savings, with highlights including demonstrations from distinctive outdoor crafters. Country Traditions at D.C., Mifflinburg. www.CountryTraditionsatDC.com

Apr 10. Performance: Alchemy Dance Company. Contemporary dance routines will blend modern, ballet and jazz techniques set to original scores. 8pm. Deane Center for the Performing Arts, Wellsboro. DeaneCenter.com Apr 10-12. Performance: A Bagful of Fables. The col-

lection, presented by a lively troupe of actors, will showcase Aesop with an attitude. Community Theatre League, Williamsport. 570-327-1777, www.ctlshows.com

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Apr 11. Performance: An Evening With David Sedaris. The humorist will tell personal stories and funny tales. Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570-326-2424, www.caclive.com

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Spring Antique & Collectible Show & Sale. Vendors from different states selling furniture, glass, coins, books, toys, clothing and collectibles. PA Lumber Museum, Galeton. 814-435-2652, www.lumbermuseum.org

Apr 12. Clinton Central Model Railroad Annual Spring

Train Meet. Popular gauges of model trains, accessories offered for sale and trade by quality dealers, and refreshments. 9am-3pm. Mill Hall Volunteer Fire Company, Mill Hall. 570-337-5292, www.ccmrr.org

Apr 12. Spring Has Sprung at Heisey Museum. Open house at the Heisey, the Ice House and the grounds of the Clinton County Historical Society 2-4pm. Heisey Museum, Lock Haven. 570-748-7254, clintoncountyhistory.com

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Apr 12. Performance: The Lightning Thief Theatreworks USA. 2pm. Eisenhower Auditorium, Center for the Performing Arts, Penn State University Main Campus, University Park. 814-863-0255, www.cpa.psu.edu

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Hyner View Trail Challenge & Hyner Ultra Challenge 50K. The 50K, open to experienced runners only, will start at 8am. The 25K, open to runners and hikers, will start at 9am. Registration required. Western Clinton Sportsmen’s Association, Renovo. 814-321-8281, www.hikerun.com

Apr 18-19, May 16-17. Coolspring Power Museum Open Day. More than 250 historically significant internal combustion engines depicting 125 years of development of industrial America. Open to the public. Coolspring Power Museum, Coolspring. http://coolspringpowermuseum.org

Apr 16-17. Advanced Tree Measuring Workshop &

Apr 18. Oyster, Shiitake & Wine Cap Mushroom Growing Workshop. Learn how to grow, harvest, preserve and cook with mushrooms, including medicinal qualities and drying preservation. Quiet Creek Herb Farm and School of Country Living, Brookville. http://quietcreekherbfarm.org

Apr 17. Performance: Cirque Mechanics: Pedal Punk.

Apr 18. Lecture: Air War: A Firsthand Account of Combat & Capture. Retired Air Force Sgt. Major Bob Baker of Mapleton will recount his World War II experiences as a B17 flight engineer, gunner and German prisoner of war. 1:30pm. Adm. Pennsylvania Military Museum, Boalsburg. 814-466-6263, www.pamilmuseum.org

Auditorium, Center for the Performing Arts, Penn State University Main Campus, University Park. 814-863-0255, www.cpa.psu.edu American Forests National Cadre Training. Attendees will learn how to accurately measure trees for the American Forests Big Tree Program. SAF and ISA credits are available. Cook Forest State Park, Cooksburg. 814-7448475, www.dcnr.state.pa.us

The most unlikely setting for a circus is a factory, where the workers are acrobats and the machines are circus props. Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570-326-2424, www.caclive.com

Apr 18. Blue-White Football Game. A spring intrasquad exhibition for Penn State football. Beaver Stadium, Penn State University Main Campus, University Park. 814-8631000, www.gopsusports.com Apr 18. An Evening With Charles Krauthammer. The American Pulitzer Prize-winning syndicated columnist, author, political commentator and physician will present. Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570-326-2424, www.caclive.com Apr 18. Performance: GospelBond. The 10-member, all-male gospel group from the Selinsgrove area will perform good, old-time gospel harmony. Community Theatre League, Williamsport. 570-327-1777, www.ctlshows.com Apr 18. First Day of Trout Fishing. Fish and Boat Commission, Bellefonte. 814-359-5250, fish.state.pa.us

Apr 20. Performance: Camelot - The Story as You’ve Never Seen It Before. 7:30pm. Eisenhower Auditorium, Center for the Performing Arts, Penn State University Main Campus, University Park. 814-863-0255, www.cpa.psu.edu Apr 20-23. Quilters’ Retreat. The event will be full of

demonstrations and workshops, as well as time to work on individual projects. Vendors will offer supplies, materials and project classes, and a variety of projects will be offered. Mahaffey Camp, Mahaffey. www.mahaffeycamp.com

Apr 21-Dec 4. Robinson Museum Open for the Season. Among the brand-new exhibits will be one featuring the county’s fire departments. Elk County Historical Society Center House Museum, Ridgway. 814-776-1032, http://elkcountyhistoricalsociety.org Apr 22.

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Performance: Dear Harvey Theater Play. The documentary-style play recounts the life of activist and politician Harvey Milk. Clarion University’s Marwick-Boyd Little Theatre, Clarion. 814-383-2787, 800672-7171

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Performance: The Nile Project. 7:30pm. Eisenhower Auditorium, Center for the Performing Arts, Penn State University Main Campus, University Park. 814863-0255, www.cpa.psu.edu

Apr 24. Spring Art Auction. There will be hors d’oeuvres, music, a door prize, live and silent auctions of local artists’ works, and an opportunity to meet the artists. St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Tionesta. 814-927-5154

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week event will include the Arts Festival on Apr 25, plein air painting on Apr 26, and Lewisburg Live on May 9, featuring 10 bands. There will also be exhibits, performances, workshops, demonstrations and a children’s play. Downtown Lewisburg. 570-524-5221, www.lewisburgartscouncil.com

Apr 25. Woodsy Owl Weekend. Spruce up the park in anticipation of the upcoming summer season. Take part in both Saturday volunteer sessions and you may camp for free. First come, first served. Parker Dam State Park, Penfield. www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/findapark Apr 25. Earth Day. Volunteers will help to clean up the location for campers and for the summer. Free primitive camping will be available for anyone who wants to stay the weekend to help. Bilger’s Rocks, Grampian. 814-592-1819, www.bilgersrocks.com Apr 25-26.

Endless Mountains Maple Festival. Alparon Community Park, Troy. www.maplefestivalpa.com

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Endless Mountains Barbershop Chorus Show: Remember Radio. Auditorium, Tunkhannock Area High School, Tunkhannock. www.harmonize.com/tunkhannock

Apr 25. LHU Children’s Festival. The event will celebrate the county’s past, present and future. 12:30-3:30pm. LHU Recreation Center, Lock Haven. 570-484-2499, www. lhup.edu Apr 25. Healthy Kids Day. Health information with fun

activities will be offered to children and their families. Free. 10am-2pm. Lock Haven YMCA, Lock Haven. 570-748-6727, www.lockhavenymca.com

Apr 25. Ridgway YMCA Triathlon. Legs of the race will include a 5-mile run, a 15-mile bike event and a 9-mile canoe/kayak race down the scenic Clarion River. Individual and team divisions. Prizes awarded. Reg. 8-10am. Race at 11am. Elk Co. Courthouse, Ridgway. www.ymcaridgway.com Apr 25. Kids Day 1: Dress Up & Discover. Children of all ages will be able to try on field gear and head gear from the museum education collection. 10am-3pm. Adm. Pennsylvania Military Museum, Boalsburg. pamilmuseum.org Apr 26. 40th Annual Kids’ Fishing Derby. Any child age 13 and under may participate. Adults may assist their children provided they have a 2015 fishing license. Prizes will be awarded. 9-11:30am. Parker Dam State Park, Penfield. 814-236-3621, www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks whereandwhen.com / 2015 W&W spring / 25 /

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Apr 26. Performance: A Cloud of Witnesses. The concert is dedicated to the ordinary people who have become extraordinary to audience members. St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, Williamsport. www.williamsportcivicchorus.org

May 1-2. Susquehanna Valley Chorale Pops Concert.

Apr 26-Sep 26. Canoe Susquehanns Guided Public Trips. Everything needed for the memorable recreational kayak adventure is provided by expert guides. Canoe Susquehanna, Lewisburg. 888-524-7692, www. paddlehappy.com

May 1-2. 49th Annual Potter-Tioga Maple Festival.

Apr 26. Westline Leekfest. The celebration of the leek

crops that flourish in the Allegheny National Forest will include bands, vendors and food booths. Westline Inn, Westline. 814-778-5103, www.westlineinn.com

Apr 27-28. Exhibit: High School Art Show. The Station Gallery, Lock Haven. 570-748-0949, www.stationgalleryccac.org Apr 29.

Performance: Brass Ensemble Concert. Auditorium, Clarion University’s Marwick-Boyd Little Theatre, Clarion. 814-393-2787, 800-672-7171

Celebrate the ’20s with music by Jerome Kern, Cole Porter, George Gershwin, Victor Herbert and others. Weber Chapel Auditorium, Susquehanna University, Selinsgrove. 570547-0455, www.svcmusic.org

Attendees will enjoy a variety of maple products, vendors, live music, kiddie rides and a parade. Coudersport Courthouse Square, Coudersport. visitpottercounty.com

May 1-23. Exhibit: Howard Tran.

The Station Gallery, Lock Haven. 570-748-0949, www.stationgalleryccac.org

May 2. West Branch Susquehanna River Wild Canoe/ Kayak Race. The race will cover 11 miles through some scenic areas along the river. Open to all levels of canoe/ kayak enthusiasts. Prizes will be awarded. Rolling Stone Bridge, Karthaus. 814-263-4418, visitquehannaarea.com May 2. Danville Spring Fling. The event will feature

more than 200 craft vendors, children’s activities, local entertainment and full and half marathons. Downtown Danville. 570-284-4502, www.VisitDanvillePA.org

Apr 30-May 17.

Performance: Vanya & Sonia & Masha & Spike. The ensemble will act out contemporary plays. Alvina Krause Theatre, Bloomsburg. 570-784-8181, www.bte.org

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May 2. Stinkfest. Celebrate the leek via leek cuisine, a leek dip contest, food and craft vendors, amusement rides, entertainment, a Lil Stinker contest and outhouse races. 11am-6pm. Downtown Bradford. www.stinkfest.org

May 1. Wild Kratts Live. Join the adventures of Chris and Martin Kratt as they encounter wild animals, combine science education with fun, and travel to animal habitats around the globe. Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570-326-2424, www.caclive.com

May 1-2, 7-10. Performance: Incorruptible: A Dark

Comedy About the Dark Ages. A small French town is besieged by a string of disasters. Saint Foy, the patron of a local monastery, hasn’t performed a miracle in years, and the church’s coffers are looking bare. Community Theatre League, Williamsport. 570-327-1777, www.ctlshows.com

May 1-15. Student Portfolio Exhibition: Design 2015.

The annual display will showcase the creative portfolio work of senior graphic design students. The Gallery at Penn College, Williamsport. www.pct.edu/gallery

hand out free comic books all day, and visitors may enter prize drawings. Annie Halenbake Ross Library, Lock Haven. 570-748-3321, www.rosslibrary.org

May 2-3.

Kinzua Fly Fishing School - Session 1. Kinzua Fly Fishing School, Bradford.

May 2-3. Hazen Antique & Flea Market. Hundreds of vendors will sell antiques, crafts and food. Warsaw Township Fire Hall, Brookville. 814-328-2536, 814-3282528, www.hazenflea.com May 2. Run for the Son Motorcycle Ride. The ride through Pennsylvania’s countryside will feature prayer and a picnic lunch along the way provided by Christian Motorcyclists Association. Meet at 9am. Brookville Motorsports, Brookville. 814-849-0004, www.brookvillemotorsports.com

May 1-Sep 30. Butterflies. Visitors will experience

May 2. Clear Creek Fishing Day. Children will learn about fishing, baiting their hooks, cleaning their catch and more. There will be refreshments. Clear Creek State Park, Sigel. 814-752-2368, www.dcnr.state.pa.us

May 1-Sep 30. Dinosaurs Come to Life. The prehis-

May 2-Oct 31. Tionesta Farmers Market. Shoppers will find seasonal produce, baked goods, local handicrafts and other specialties produced in the area. Fridays and Saturdays. Tionesta Farmers Market, Tionesta. 814-755-5978

hundreds of butterflies in flight while walking through the native butterfly greenhouse. Clyde Peeling’s Reptiland, Allenwood. 800-REPTILAND, www.reptiland.com toric outdoor adventure will feature life-size animatronic dinosaurs - with some new additions to the lineup - along with five static dinosaurs, a climbable model and a re-created paleontologist dig site. Clyde Peeling’s Reptiland, Allenwood. 800-REPTILAND, www.reptiland.com

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Battery B Drill Exercise. The Civil War reenactment group of the 3rd Pennsylvania Volunteers will camp on the grounds and demonstrate the loading and firing of artillery pieces. 10am-4pm. Pennsylvania Military Museum, Boalsburg. 814-466-6263, pamilmuseum.org

May 9. Bald Eagle Birding Day. Activities will be held throughout the main park area. The festival will take place at the Environmental Learning Center, Bald Eagle State Park, Howard. 814-625-2775, www.dcnr.state.pa.us

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The meal will feature Potter County’s famous leeks. Germania Fire Pavilion, Galeton. 814-435-2670, www.visitpottercounty.com

Performance: Southern Tier Symphony: Fabulous Finales. The 2014-15 season will wrap up with symphony finales by celebrated composers such as Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, Shostakovich and more. Noon. University of Pittsburgh, Blaisdell Hall, Bromeley Family Theater, Bradford. 814-362-5113, www.upb.pitt.edu/bromeleytheater

May 3. Performance: Jay Leno Live. The comedian, actor, writer, producer, voice actor and television host will present. Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570-3262424, www.caclive.com May 3. Sentimental Journey Fly-In Breakfast. The

menu will include all-you-can-eat pancakes, eggs, sausage, sausage gravy with biscuits, potato patties and beverages. AvSport Discovery Flights will be offered 9am2pm. Breakfast 8am-noon. Adm. Hangar 1, William T. Piper Memorial Airport, Lock Haven. 570-893-4200, www.sentimentaljourneyfly-in.com

May 3. Performance: Symphony Orchestra Concert.

Auditorium, Clarion University’s Marwick-Boyd Little Theatre, Clarion. 814-393-2787, 800-672-7171

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Brookville Community Garden. Volunteers may work in the community garden. Downtown Brookville. 814-849-9662, www.quietcreekherbfarm.org

May 5, 12, 19, 26. Clinton County Flea & Farmers Market. No adm. 8am-4pm. Clinton County Fairgrounds, Mill Hall. 570-660-1231, www.clintoncountyfairpa.com May 6. Lecture: Gettysburg: Myths, Misconceptions &

Misinformation. American military history author Robert P. Broadwater will compare firsthand accounts with historic records as part of the Friends’ Richard Koontz Memorial Lecture Series. 7:30pm. Donation requested. Pennsylvania Military Museum, Boalsburg. 814-466-6263, www.pamilmuseum.org

May 7. National Day of Prayer. Attendees may bring lawn chairs or blankets and gather to worship God and pray. Rain location is Lock Haven First Church of Christ. 7:30pm. Triangle Park, Lock Haven. 570-748-3519 May 9. 41st Annual Fishing Derby. Various age groups

for children and adults. Limits of the derby are from Hyde Bridge to the Moose Creek Inlet on the West Branch of the Susquehanna River. Lower Witmer Park, Clearfield. 814765-6354, www.oldtownsportsmens.com

May 9-10. Performance: Buffalo Valley Singers Spring Concerts. The 75-member community choir will perform its annual Pops concert. St. John’s United Church of Christ, Lewisburg. www.buffalovalleysingers.blogspot.com

May 9. 63rd Annual Germania Ham & Leek Dinner.

May 9. Woodsy Owl Workday. Volunteers can help maintain the park through various work projects. Woodsy Owl and Smokey Bear will be on site. Volunteers may receive free camping on Friday and/or Saturday. Lunch will be provided. Clear Creek State Park, Sigel. 814-752-2368, www.dcnr.state.pa.us May 9. Foxburg Nature Festival. Highlights will include

hay wagon rides, bird-banding, demonstrations, lectures, maple syrup gathering, a possible bird and butterfly release, a nature photo contest and an evening owl prowl. Downtown Foxburg and Riverstone Farm, Foxburg. 724659-3116, http://gofoxburg.com

May 9-10. The Great War Remembered: World War I. Pennsylvania Military Museum, Boalsburg. 814-4666263, www.pamilmuseum.org

May 10. World of Little League Celebrates Mother’s Day. Moms will receive free admission, and the first 100 moms will also receive a flower. World of Little League Museum, South Williamsport. littleleaguemuseum.org

May 10-31. Here Comes the Bride. Vintage gowns and related items from the collection will be on display. May 10, 2-4pm. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 10am-3pm. Heisey Museum, Lock Haven. www.clintoncountyhistory.com May 10. Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet. Reservations required. Gateway Lodge, Cooksburg. gatewaylodge.com May 10. Spring Quilt Show & Turkey & Ham Dinner. On display and for sale will be 24 handmade quilts, with one given via a drawing. The all-you-can-eat dinner will be served family style. Social hall, St. Joseph Parish, Lucinda. 814-226-7288, www.st-joseph-lucinda.org May 10. Mother’s Day Brunch. The event will feature a full buffet menu. Lakeview Lodge at Treasure Lake, DuBois. 814-913-1430, http://treasurelakepoa.com May 12. Performance: Hope & Triumph. The Williamsport Symphony Orchestra will perform Corigliano’s Elegy, Schumann’s Piano Concerto in A Minor and Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5. Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570-326-2424, www.caclive.com, www.williamsportsymphony.org May 13. Performance: Engelbert Humperdinck. The international recording icon’s music has stood the test of time. Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570-3262424, www.caclive.com

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May 14-17, 21-25. May Spring Horse Ride. The event includes up to five nights of camping, free guide service, demonstrations and clinics with Tara Jones, a picnic, meals, a tack auction and a judged obstacle course. Reservations required by Apr 15. Adm. Cook Forest Area Scenic Trail Rides and Dude Ranch, Clarion. 814-856-2087, 814-266-5985, http://patrailride.com May 15-16.

Spring Gas-Up. Susquehanna Antique Machinery Association will sponsor the event, which will feature tractor pulls and displays, childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s activities, a flea market, hit and miss engines, food, homemade ice cream, a consignment auction and more. Show Grounds, Luthersburg. 814-583-5313, www.facebook.com/susquehannamachinery

May 15-17. Middlecreek Valley Antique Association

Antique Machinery Show. Highlights will include antique tractors, engines and other farm-related equipment, along with displays, demonstrations, flea market and craft vendors, food, truck and tractor pulls, tractor square dancing, barrel train rides and more. Free parking and adm. MVAA Showgrounds, Selinsgrove. 570-374-9420, mvaapa.org

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May 15. Clarion Wine Walk. Participants may browse stores for spring specials while enjoying on-site wine tastings from local wineries. Complimentary wine and hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres will be available. Downtown Clarion. 814-2269161, http://clarionpa.com

May 16. Mifflinburg May Fest & Wine Fest. The areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s German heritage will be celebrated at May Fest with arts and crafts vendors, food, music, Maypole dancing and more. Wine Fest, a ticketed event, will feature wine tasting and entertainment. Historic District of Mifflinburg. 570966-1666, www.mifflinburgpa.com May 16. Montrose Chocolate & Wine Festival. Northeast Pennsylvania wineries and numerous vendors will give visitors the opportunity to taste and purchase wines and gourmet chocolates. Music, arts and crafts, home winemaking demonstrations, and a dessert contest. Montrose. 570-278-1230, www.chocolatewinefestival.com May 16. Fox Township Park Memorial Fund 5K Run & Walk. 9am. Fox Township Park, Kersey. 814-335-8544

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May 16. Grand Reopening of the PA Lumber Museum. The public is invited to check out the renovated facility, which will host new interpretive exhibits as well as displays and galleries that share the story of Pennsylvaniaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s growth through its forests and timber industries. PA Lumber Museum, Galeton. 814-435-2652, lumbermuseum.org

May 17. Bellefonte Big Spring Festival. The event celebrates the bountiful supply of water with entertainment, water sports, crafts, the stocking of Spring Creek with fish, and more. Talleyrand Park, Bellefonte. 814-355-1300, www.visitbellefonte.com

May 16. We Gotta Regatta. Participants may float or

learn about sport flying; meet pilots, students, and instructors; and see aircraft on display. Food and Discovery Flight available for sale. Free seminar at 10am. 10am-5pm. William T. Piper Memorial Airport, Lock Haven. 570-7483725, http://avsport.org

paddle the Tuna on a canoe, kayak or flotation device of choice, ending at Crook Farm for an afternoon of fun with live music and a pig roast. 2-6pm. Crook Farm, Bradford. 814-362-9928, www.tunavalleytrail.com

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May 17. Eagle Trek Trail Hike/Run. The sixth annual

hike offers a 6- or 12-mile course through the reservoir area. Beginners to seasoned hikers of all ages may take part. Rain or shine. Noon. Zindel Park, Lock Haven. 570726-2201

plays. 12:30pm. Pennsylvania Military Museum, Boalsburg. 814-466-6263, www.pamilmuseum.org

May 21. Performance: Guys & Dolls.

Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570-326-2424, www.caclive.com

May 17. Old School Days. People who attended a oneroom school are invited to an afternoon of remembering and sharing. 2-4pm. Barton Street School, Lock Haven. 570-748-7254, www.clintoncountyhistory.com

May 22. Performance: Bethlehem Baroque. Authentic and historically informed Baroque music will be performed on period instruments. 8pm. Deane Center for the Performing Arts, Wellsboro. www.DeaneCenter.com

May 17. Kids’ Carnival. Highlights will include games, a

May 21-25. Hyner Hang Gliding Club - Memorial Day Fly-In. Hyner Run State Park, Hyner. 610-488-9478, www. hynerclub.com

May 17. A Celebration of Service: Honoring Pennsylvania Veterans. The U.S. Army reunion and memorial service sponsored by the Pennsylvania National Guard will commemorate the Pennsylvania Citizen Soldier. There will be a military band concert and equipment dis

May 22-24. ISSDC Dog Show. In addition to shows,

bounce house, a trackless train and vendors. New Providence Beach at Treasure Lake, DuBois. 814-371-0711

there will be two seminars, a handling session, a social potluck dinner and a special guest lecturer on Saturday. Jefferson County Fairgrounds, Brookville. 410-590-7765, http://jeffcofair.com, www.facebook.com/shilohshepherds

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By Rick Hiduk Nestled in the rolling hills of Sunbury is the family-friendly Owens Farm, which offers numerous hands-on learning activities and experiences for adults and children. While sheep have become a primary focus for educational opportunities, visitors to the Owens Farm will also see humanely raised pigs, beef cattle, chickens, turkeys, horses, and honey bees. “The sheep is such a small animal that the kids can really get their hands on them and really learn things ... not just out of a book,” said Caroline Owens, referring to the farmstead as a living classroom. “Sustainable agriculture is going through a major shift, and the kids are the ones who are going to be carrying on that good work into the next generation.”

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The 112-acre Northumberland County spread is actually the second farm run by Caroline and her husband, David, and their three children. They started with 13 acres in New Hampshire as an endeavor in living off the land without the use of chemicals and growth stimulants and soon attracted the attention of their neighbors, who asked them if they could raise and sell some extra animals. “People are interested in their food and where it comes from,” David told a news reporter in a 2009 interview. “There has been a lot of talk in the press about what is actually in our food and if it is really good for us.” Caroline serves as the education coordinator for hands-on activities at the Owens Farm, which moved to Sunbury in July 2008. She holds degrees in animal science and agricultural education from Cornell and Boston universities and has worked as a vocational agriculture teacher, as well as in marketing and equestrian travel. Members of the Owens family are strong proponents of raising animals in a natural setting. Portable fencing and shelters allow them to move a variety of livestock from fields to forest to avoid overgrazing

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The Owens Farm near Sunbury offers more than 100 acres of rolling forest and pastures for families to explore while gaining hands-on experience with a variety of livestock and produce. and to promote the health and happiness of their animals. Pigs, cows, and horses often share the same open spaces and live in harmony with each other. Some events have become seasonal staples at the Owens Farm, while other activities, such as â&#x20AC;&#x153;hayfield poloâ&#x20AC;? and farm-fresh dinner parties, are offered more occasionally. Registered patrons are kept abreast of special events via email, with a complete listing also available at www.owens farm.com, an impressive website that highlights Carolineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s marketing skills. Popular annual events start in February of each year with Lambing Slumber Parties, which continue into March. Participants age 7 and older arrive on a Friday afternoon and get a crash course in lamb birthing and other aspects of livestock farming. One adult is required to accompany every three children enrolled. Participants at a slumber party event may enjoy a sunset walk prior to a healthy supper, which is followed by a barn check, a discussion on lambing, and an evening movie. A midnight barn check is optional. After rising with the sun and taking care of morning chores, families enjoy a pancake

breakfast before departing. Group sizes are limited, and participants sleep in a carpeted, heated area that overlooks the lambing area. Why so close to the animals? Because February to March is prime birthing season for sheep, and participants may be woken by the clatter below as new lambs are coming into the world. For a more in-depth experience, adults and teens can take part in a Lambing Clinic, which will be held on Saturday, March 14, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Veterinarian Dr. Jackie Rapp will conduct an informative morning session to be followed by demonstrations in the sheep barn and lambing area related to the birthing season. Some 100 ewes deliver lambs between February and March, offering ample opportunities for observation. Boys and girls ages 7 to 12 are invited back to the Owens Farm in the summer to participate in Sheep Camp for Kids. Daily in-

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struction in sheep care is offered, as well as games like hide-and-go-sheep and lamb races. The camp runs from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day. Each child is partnered with a sheep for a week to learn the science and psychology of sheep care and how wool is prepared from a sheered fleece. As cute and cuddly as their livestock may be, the Owenses make no pretense about the fact that many of the animals raised on the farm end up on the dinner table. “We do a session on meats. They learn where the cuts come from and why lamb is so popular worldwide,” Caroline related. “We never lie to them. We don’t sugarcoat it.” Reservations and deposits are required

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for all activities, and children under 12 are admitted for free to events more geared toward adults and teens. Activities to be conducted over the next few months include Lambing Slumber Parties on Fridays and Saturdays, March 6 and 7 and 27 and 28; the aforementioned Lambing Clinic; Pastured Pork Day on Saturday, April 18; and Sheep Camp for Kids on Mondays to Fridays, June 15 to 19, June 29 to July 3, and July 13 to 17. The Owens Farm also offers an Adopt-aSheep program. Ongoing Guided Farm Tours are conducted on Wednesdays through Saturdays as available and run from one to two hours depending on size of group and age range. The open, 500-foot sleeping area utilized for the Lambing Slumber Parties will be available for lodging, with bunks to accommodate up to six guests, beginning Wednesday, April 1, and continuing through Sunday, Nov. 1. A self-catering kitchen and full bath are situated on the first floor. Early registration is encouraged for all activities, and regular customers are given priority. There is also a full range of farm products for sale on site, and orders can be made in advance through the website. For more information, readers may call 570-286-5309.

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May 22-24. Cook Forest Living History Weekend.

Attendees will travel through various historical eras: French & Indian War, Revolutionary War, Civil War, World War I and political reform. There will be hands-on demonstrations, as well as first-person character portrayals by Paul Stillman and Dave Clark. Cook Forest State Park, Cooksburg. 814744-8407, www.dcnr.state.pa.us

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Dahoga Dash 5K. 9am. Allegheny National Forest, Wilcox. 814-965-5482

May 25. Boalsburg Memorial Day Celebration. The

event, held at the holiday’s birthplace, will feature live music, vendors, Civil War re-enactments and more. Historic Boalsburg. www.memorialdayinboalsburg.org

May 22-23. Fryburg Mayfest. Highlights will include a 5K, musical bands, a community yard sale, a rummage sale, a flea market, vehicle shows, a Chinese auction, game booths and inflatables, a chicken barbecue, a parade, a fireworks display and more. Downtown Fryburg and Marble. 814-221-9807, www.fryburgmayfest.com

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May 23. Cross Fork Kids’ Fishing Derby. The event, sponsored by Cross Fork Sportsmen’s Club, will feature prizes donated by local businesses. Registration at 9am. Chicken barbecue at noon. Cross Fork Fire Hall, Cross Fork. 570-923-1105

May 25. Pennsylvania Military Museum Open on Memorial Day. Guided tours at 11am and 1pm. Pennsylvania Military Museum, Boalsburg. 814-466-6263, www.pamilmuseum.org

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Springfest. There will be all-natural soaps, teas, salves, vinegars, gardening books and handmade crafts. Garden and high tunnel tours will be offered, and other highlights will include an herbal lunch, music, renewable seminars, children’s games and a music jam session. Quiet Creek Herb Farm and School of Country Living, Brookville. 814-849-9662, http://quietcreekherbfarm.org

May 23-24. Curwensville Remembers. The commu-

nity will honor men and women who have served in the armed forces. There will be community activities and merchant specials, as well as a 5K run and a paddle run. Downtown Curwensville. 814-236-8328, www.curwensvillemerchants.com

May 23-25. Flickerfest. The winery’s 15th anniversary will be celebrated with new wine, food, artisans and their artwork, and live music. Flickerwood Wine Cellars and Lounge, Kane. 814-837-7566, www.flickerwood.com May 23-25. Summer Kickoff. There will be various activities for residents, guests and visitors. Treasure Lake, DuBois. www.treasurelakepoa.com

May 23. Letters From Home: A Serviceman’s Canteen

Show. Attendees may experience the music, dance and comedy of the 1940s with a choreographed show reminiscent of the era. Individuals should provide their own seating. 2:30pm. Donation requested. Pennsylvania Military Museum, Boalsburg. 814-466-6263, pamilmuseum.org

May 23-24. World War II Revisited: Living History

Bivouac. Re-enactors will portray field life in the European Theater of Operations from 1944-45. A small squad tactical demonstration against German opposition is scheduledfor 12:45pm each day. 10am-4pm. Pennsylvania Military Museum, Boalsburg. 814-466-6263, pamilmuseum.org

Anthracite Heritage Festival of the Arts. Highlights will include cemetery tours, a coal cracker race, artisans, art displays, street entertainment, food vendors, historic carriage and trolley rides, train rides, children’s activities and a classic car show. Downtown Shamokin. 570-850-9121, www.nccarts.com

May 25. Allegheny Mountain Region AACA Car Show.

The event will feature many pre-war through modern classics on display. 9am-4pm. Adm. The grounds of the 28th Division Shrine Complex and Pennsylvania Military Museum, Boalsburg. 814-466-6263, pamilmuseum.org

May 28-31. Performance: NEPA Bluegrass Festival. Lazybrook Park, Tunkhannock. 570-721-2760, www. nepabluegrass.com May 28-Jun 26. Exhibit: Ed Smith: Though Much

Is Taken, Much Abides. The artist’s drawings and bronze sculptures are primarily involved with the mythic and heroic aspects of the artist and man. The Gallery at Penn College, Williamsport. 570-320-2445, pct.edu/gallery

May 29-Jun 21. Exhibit: Jamal Currie. The Station Gallery, Lock Haven. 570-748-0949, www.stationgalleryccac.org May 30. LHU Trash to Treasure. Students donate items

that they no longer need that could be of use to others. The community yard sale is open to the public. Lock Haven University East Campus, Lock Haven. 570-748-7856, www. clintoncountyunitedway.org

May 30. 70 Years of Red, White & Blue for World War

II. The music, performers and atmosphere will remind attendees of the popular USO Camp Shows during and after the war. 7:30-9pm. Bromeley Family Theater, Bradford. 814-887-5142

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ONGOING Through Mar 11. Lecture: Wednesdays in Winter.

The weekly programs will focus on a variety of topics that relate to the local area. Free. Cumberland County Historical Society, Carlisle. 717-249-7610, www.historicalsociety.com

Through Mar 15.

Performance: Jesus Christ Superstar. The 1970 rock opera features music by Andrew Lloyd Webber. Oyster Mill Playhouse, Camp Hill. 717-7376768, www.oystermill.com

Through Mar 15. Exhibit: A Fondness for Birds: Pennsylvaniaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Alexander Wilson. The display will feature bird prints and first-edition volumes of Wilsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s American Ornithology series. Wilson is largely recognized as the father of American ornithology. Adm. The Pennsylvania State Museum, Harrisburg. 717-787-4980, www.statemuseumpa.org/exhibits.html

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Through Mar 18. Fly-Tying Classes. The eight-week

course will be led by the Doc Fritchey Chapter of Trout Unlimited and will focus on introductory fly-tying. All materials will be provided. Adults and youths age 10 and up. Wednesdays. 6-8pm. Prereg. required. Space limited to 20 participants; those under age 15 must be accompanied by an adult. Olewine Nature Center, Wildwood Park, Harrisburg. 717-221-0292, www.wildwoodlake.org

Through Apr 20.

Veterans Exhibit. Nina Talbot interviewed veterans from various time periods and created paintings that capture the image of the veterans and their experiences in the military. U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center, Carlisle. 717-260-1861, www.usahec.org, www.carlisle.army.mil/ahec/index.cfm

Through Mar 20. Performance: The Dixie Swim Club. Five Southern women who were on the same swim team meet each year at a North Carolina beach cottage. Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, Lancaster. 717-898-1900, www.DutchApple.com

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Through Mar 20. Performance: Schoolhouse Rock Live. The production follows Tom, a teacher who is nervous about his first day of teaching. Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, Lancaster. 717-898-1900, www.DutchApple.com

Through Mar 28. Hauser After Hours. The parties

will celebrate Hauser’s rolling hills, breathtaking views, and mouth-watering wines and ciders. Weekends, 7-10pm. Hauser Estate Winery, Biglerville. www.hauserestate.com

Through Apr 18. Performance: Moses. The show brings to life the greatest biblical epic of the Old Testament, including the parting of the Red Sea, the burning bush, the plagues, and the Ten Commandments. Sight and Sound Theatre, Ronks. 800-377-1277, www.sight-sound.com Through Apr 26. Exhibit: Lotus: The Art of Lightness. The exhibit will feature a variety of Lotus models and artwork, both road and race, from throughout Lotus’ 60-year history. AACA Museum, Hershey. 717-5667100, www.aacamuseum.org Through Jun 1. Exhibit: In the Hands of the Enemy:

The Captivity, Exchange & Parole of Prisoners of War. The display will highlight the conditions of both Confederate and Union prisoner of war camps and will include rare artifacts. Adm. The National Civil War Museum, Harrisburg. 717-260-1861, www.nationalcivilwarmuseum.org

MARCH Feb 27-Mar 1. Performance: A Diva to Die For: A Murder Mystery Weekend. Adm. Allenberry Resort Inn and Playhouse, Boiling Springs. www.allenberry.com

Mar 1. Performance: Le Vent Du Nord. The quartet will

play traditional French-Canadian music from Quebec, mixing a hard-driving, soulful sound with New Orleans polyphony and rythmn and blues. 4pm. Adm. Appalachian Brewing Company, Harrisburg. 800-838-3006, www. sfmsfolk.org/concerts/LeVentDuNord.html

Mar 1, May 3.

Performance: YCPrep Community Music School Recital. The recital will showcase the talented students of the college’s pre-college music division. Free. 6pm. York College of Pennsylvania, York. 717-8151562, www.ycp.edu

Mar 3. Lecture: The Craighead Naturalists. Part of the

Winter Lecture Series: Keystone Conservationists, the program will be led by Tom Benjey and will focus on Frank Craighead, his siblings and their descendents, who made the study of various aspects of nature their life’s work. 7-8:30pm. Wildwood Park, Harrisburg. 717-221-0292, www.wildwoodlake.org

Mar 4, Apr 1. Songwriters’ Workshop. The opportunity to connect with local and international musicians takes place on the first Wednesday of each month. 7-9pm. Boxers Cafe, Huntingdon. 814-643-5013, https://sites. google.com/site/410penn Mar 4-Apr 22.

Group Bike Ride. Individuals are invited to get out their mountain bikes and enjoy group bike rides at various locations throughout the county. Wednesdays. 4-6pm. Rothrock Outfitters, Huntingdon. 814643-5013, http://rothrockoutfitters.com

Mar 5, Apr 2, May 7. First Thursday Jazz Series. With jazz artist Andy Roberts and guests. 8pm. MJ’s Coffee House, Annville. 717-867-3545, www.allentheatre.com

Mar 1. Maple Sugar Festival. The family event will teach

about maple sugar making and offer opportunities to tap a tree and enjoy real maple syrup on ice cream. Free. Noon4pm. Fort Hunter Park, Harrisburg. www.forthunter.org

Mar 1.

Grand Opening of the Susquehanna Art Museum. The new building will open during the museum’s 25th year of operation and will incorporate aspects of the Greek revival architecture of the its former occupant. Four exhibition galleries and an outdoor sculpture garden. Adm. Susquehanna Art Museum, Harrisburg. http://sqart.org/

Mar 1. Performance: Christian McBride Trio. McBride, a

jazz bass giant, will feature two rising star instrumentalists - pianist Christian Sands and Ulysses Owens Jr. 5pm. Adm. Sheraton Harrisburg-Hershey, Harrisburg. 717-540-1010, www.friendsofjazz.org

Mar 1-29.

Wine and Cheese Sundays. Visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy a flight of three wines paired with five of the winery’s Amish-made cheeses and artisan crackers. Guests may select one flight from the four offered: dry white, dry red, sweet white, and sweet red. 1-4pm. Adm. Adams County Winery, Orrtanna. 717-3344631, www.adamscountywinery.com

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ACHA Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s National. The American Collegiate Hockey Association will host the 2015 tournament. York City Ice Arena, York. http://achahockey.org

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Mar 6, Apr 3, May 1. First Friday Art Walk. 5-8pm.

southcentral Pennsylvania. 888-858-9675, www.yorkpa.org/things-to-do/mason-dixon-wine-trail

Mar 6. Performance: Solas. The quintessential IrishAmerican band has toured and recorded in America for 15 years. 7:30pm. Carlisle Theatre, Carlisle. 717-258-0666, www.carlisletheatre.org

Apr 7-May 1. Performance: StinkyKids the Musical.

Downtown Lebanon. www.lebanonartscouncil.org

Mar 6. Chocolate Extravaganza. Highlights will include

The show focuses on a girl names Britt, who loves making everyone happy. But this girl who never gets in trouble is in a sticky situation - literally: she woke up with an impossibly epic wad of gum stuck in her hair. Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, Lancaster. 717-898-1900, www.DutchApple.com

live music, dancing, beverages, door prizes, and chocolate creations by area confectioners, caterers, and chefs. Black tie is welcome but not required. Adm. Downtown Waynesboro. 717-762-0397, mainstreetwaynesboro.org

Mar 8. Charter Day. Furnace tours. 9:30am-4:30pm. Free adm. Cornwall Iron Furnace, Cornwall. 717-272-9711, www.cornwallironfurnace.org

Mar 6. Performance: Russian National Ballet Theater in Cinderella. The light-hearted classical ballet will tell the beloved fairytale. 7pm. Strand-Capitol Performing Arts Center, York. 717-846-1111, www.mystrandcapitol.org

Mar 8. Charter Day Open House. The annual event celebrates William Penn’s signing of the charter for Pennsylvania. Demonstrations will include blacksmithing, hearth cooking, gun building, textile processing and more. Visitors may dip candles and try quill pen writing. Noon4pm. Daniel Boone Homestead, Birdsboro. 610-582-4900, www.danielboonehomestead.org

Mar 6-8.

PA Garden Show of York - My Own Backyard. Highlights will include a special romantic nightscape garden display, free live seminars, workshops, cooking demonstrations and afternoon teas. Adm. Memorial Hall, York Expo Center, York. www.pagsy.com

May 9. Spring Craft Fair. The 28th annual event will

Mar 7. Berks Kids Closet: Children & Teen Outgrown Sale. Lebanon Valley Expo Center and Fairgrounds, Lebanon. 610-693-4229, www.berkskidscloset.com

feature the wares of more than 350 local and regional craftsmen displaying a wide variety of arts and handcrafts. Indoor, sheltered and open-air displays will be set up. 9am4pm. Leesport Farmers Market, Leesport. 610-926-1307, http://leesportmarket.com

Mar 7. Pennsylvania German Zammelaaf. The cultural celebration will feature crafters, artists, food, children’s games, old-fashined toys, entertainment, and a focus on history, language, and genealogy. 9am-4pm. Free adm and parking. Mund Center, Lebanon Valley College, Annville. 717-865-6723

Mar 10. The Contemporary: Expanding the Idea of a Museum. Deana Haggag, director of The Contemporary, a nomadic contemporary art museum in Baltimore, will present an overview that highlights the museum’s many evolutions and recent re-launch. Free. 5pm. York College of Pennsylvania, York. 717-815-1562, www.ycp.edu

Mar 7-8. Performance: A Year With Frog & Toad. The whimsical show follows two great friends - the cheerful, popular Frog and the rather grumpy Toad - through four fun-filled seasons. Carlisle Theatre, Carlisle. 717-258-0666, www.carlisletheatre.org, carlisletheatrecompany.com

Mar 11. Performance: George Thorogood & The Destroyers. The band, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary, has a catalog of iconic hits in its history. 8pm. Adm. The Forum, Harrisburg. 717-214-2787, whitakercenter.org

Mar 7. Time Traveler’s Dance. The 1950s style dance

will feature period cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Period attire is encouraged. 7-10pm. Adm. National Watch and Clock Museum, Columbia. www.museumoftime.org

Mar 7. Chambersburg Road Runners 36th Annual Half Marathon. Chambersburg Area Middle School, Chambersburg. 866-646-8060, chambersburghalf.org Mar 7. Performance: Gaelic Storm. The group com-

bines classic originals and fresh arrangements of Celtic music with a unique blend of rock, indie-folk and world rhythms. 7:30pm. Strand-Capitol Performing Arts Center, York. 717-846-1111, www.mystrandcapitol.org

Mar 7-29. 10th Annual Mason-Dixon Wine Trail Tour

de Tanks. Participants will meet winemakers, experience tank and barrel tastings, enjoy treats and more as they travel the trail with 20 wineries, distilleries and cideries. Saturdays and Sundays. Adm. Northern Maryland and

Mar 11. God Is the Kerning: Branding From a Typographer’s Point of View. Matteo Bologna, co-founder of Mucca Design, will give an uplifting and humorous talk, which will include life lessons, typography and the finer points of designing typefaces, and branding as a purpose and practice. Free. 5pm. York College of Pennsylvania, York. 717-815-1562, www.ycp.edu Mar 11-14. AQS QuiltWeek. Quilters from across the U.S.

and around the world will take part. A Merchant Mall will feature quilt-making supplies, antique and new quilts, and quilt-related gifts. There will also be classes geared to all levels of quilters. Lancaster County Convention Center, Lancaster. 270-898-7903, www.americanquilter.com

Mar 11-15. Celtic Classic Dog Show. The event typically

has close to 8,000 entries in its Conformation, Obedience and Rally events. Vendors will offer an array of specialty items for sale. Free adm. York Expo Center, York. www.thecelticclassic.com whereandwhen.com / 2015 W&W spring / 39 /

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Mar 12. Performance: Tommy Emmanuel. The respected Australian guitarist is a two-time Grammy Award nominee whose career spans nearly five decades. 7:30pm. Adm. Whitaker Center for Science and Arts, Harrisburg. 717-214-2787, www.whitakercenter.org Mar 12. Lecture: Laura. Laura, a 1944 film, is widely regarded as a classic example of film noir. Peter Lev, professor of film at Towson University, will explain how it is also an example of collaborative authorship in the Hollywood studio era. 7pm. Free. York College of Pennsylvania, York. 717-815-1562, www.ycp.edu

Mar 13. Performance: Faculty Artist Recital. Division of

Music faculty Laine Beachley and Kirstin Myers will perform works for piano and oboe by Bach, Brahms, Francaix and Saint-Saens. Guest bassoonist Robin Plant will join the duo for a number. 7pm. Free. York College of Pennsylvania, York. 717-815-1562, www.ycp.edu

Mar 13. Performance: Concert With Hot Club of Cowtown. The group performs an old-fashioned mixture of Western swing and hot jazz. 7:30pm. Adm. Unitarian Universalist Congregation of York, York. 800-838-3006, www.sfmsfolk.org Mar 14. Central PA Aeromodelers Show. Lebanon Valley Expo Center and Fairgrounds, Lebanon. 717-2588566, www.cpaa.us Mar 14. Volunteer Work Day. Individuals will be able to

work outside and help Wildwoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s continued park and habitat enhancement projects. Event will be canceled in the case of rain. 10am-1pm. Wildwood Park, Harrisburg. 717-221-0292, www.wildwoodlake.org w w w w ww.. jj uu nniiaatt aa rr ii vv ee rr vvaallll ee yy.. oo rr gg

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will provide craft activities for children under age 12, with the completed crafts then being given to children at Shriners Hospitals. Children in attendance will also be invited to contribute to the Penny Jar at the event, and they will receive a free hot dog and beverage. 9am-2pm. Free adm and parking. Zembo Shrine Event Complex, Harrisburg. 717-774-7706, http://zembo.org

Mar 14. 32nd Annual York Saint Patrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day Parade.

The fun family-friendly event will celebrate Celtic heritage. 1pm. Along Market Street in Historic Downtown York. 717578-0146, www.yorksaintpatricksdayparade.org

Mar 14-26. Banners of the Fallen - The Battle of Bentonville. The Battle of Bentonville had 191 Union soldiers and 239 Confederate soldiers killed in action. In commemoration of the Civil Warâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sesquicentennial, flags will be placed in honor of those killed. No adm. The National Civil War Museum, Harrisburg. www.nationalcivilwarmuseum.org Mar 16. Lecture: Envisioning the Criminal: Religion,

Science & Criminology. Cathy Gutierrez, professor of religion at Sweet Briar College, will focus on the relationships between religion, science and the sense as they relate to the development of criminology in the late 19th century. 7pm. Free. York College of Pennsylvania, York. 717815-1562, www.ycp.edu

Mar 17.

Rhythm in the Night: The Irish Dance Spectacular. The world-class troup of 18 male and female dancers will share a story through Irish step dancing. H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg University, Shippensburg. 717-477-SHOW, http://luhrscenter.com

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Annual Juried Student Exhibition. The display will feature selected work from students taking courses in fine art and graphic design. Free. York College of Pennsylvania, York. 717-815-1562, www.ycp.edu

Mar 18. Lecture: George Washingtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Secret Six. Don

Yeager will present the program on the spy ring that saved the American Revolution. Part of the Perspectives in Military History Lecture Series. 7:15-8:30pm. Free. U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center, Carlisle. 717-2453972, www.usahec.org

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Mar 18-21. The Homecoming. The play by Harold Pinter tells what happens when a man brings his wife to meet his family for the first time. 7:30pm. Free. York College of Pennsylvania, York. 717-815-1562, www.ycp.edu Mar 19-21. Youth for Christ Bids for Kids.

Lebanon Valley Expo Center and Fairgrounds, Lebanon. 717-2725106, www.lvyfc.com

Mar 19-Apr 4. Performance: August: Osage County.

The play offers a glimpse into the lingering disputes that often exist within the modern American family by exploring the often confrontational yet humorous nature of family relationships. Ephrata Performing Arts Center at the Sharadin Bigler Theatre, Ephrata Community Park, Ephrata. www.ephrataperformingartscenter.com

Mar 20. Family Sleepover. Families with children ages 6 to 12 are invited to spend the night at the museum enjoying activities such as decorating clocks to take home and exploring the museumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exhibits. 7-8pm. National Watch and Clock Museum, Columbia. www.museumoftime.org Mar 21. Scout Workshop - Bears Elective: Weather.

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Mar 21. The Tweed Weasel Primitives: Spring Open House. Original spring and summer folk art designs created by nationally recognized artisan Tish Bachleda. 10am4pm. The Tweed Weasel Primitives, Schaefferstown. 717-949-3883, thetweedweasel.com Mar 21-22. Shavers Creek Maple Harvest Festival.

Celebrate the first maple sugar harvest of the year with opportunities to identify and tap sugar maple trees, see sap being turned into syrup, see demonstrations of sugaring techniques and more. Live birds of prey and reptile shows will be on site, and there will be pancakes and maple syrup. Shaverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Creek Environmental Center, Petersburg. 814863-2000, www.shaverscreek.org

Mar 22. Performance: Simply Sinatra. The concert will feature Steve Lippia and a 10-piece big band. 3pm. William Starr Auditorium, Lebanon High School, Lebanon. 717-8382812, www.lccca.net

spirit through the voice of the taiko drums during the fully choreographed, theatrical performances. Adm. Kutztown Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Schaeffer Auditorium, Kutztown. 610-6834092, www.KUPresents.org

Mar 26-Apr 8. Banners of the Fallen - The Battle of Five Forks. The Battle of Five Forks had 124 Union soldiers and 500 Confederate soldiers killed in action. In commemoration of the Civil Warâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sesquicentennial, flags will be placed in honor of those killed. No adm. The National Civil War Museum, Harrisburg. 717-260-1861, www.nationalcivilwarmuseum.org

Mar 26-May 1. Performance: Funny Girl. The true story of Miss Fanny Brice became a magical movie and Broadway show starring Barbra Streisand. Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, Lancaster. 717-898-1900, www.DutchApple.com

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Mar 27-28. Performance: The Bear Prince. The jazzopera for families will focus on an adaptation of a traditional Latino folk tale. Miller Center for the Arts, Reading. 610-607-6270, www.racc.edu/millercenter

Lebanon County Builders Show. Lebanon Valley Expo Center and Fairgrounds, Lebanon. 717-272-6252, www.lebcobuilders.com

Mar 27. Performance: Le Bruit Court dans la Ville.

Mar 22. Annual St. Patrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day Parade.

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Mar 25-28. Performance: Coming Apart: A Romantic Comedy in Two Acts. The play by Fred Carmichael focuses on the revelations that lead a struggling couple to a warm and happy conclusion. 7:30pm. Free. York College of Pennsylvania, York. www.ycp.edu Mar 26.

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evening will feature the collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Chamber Singers, Rhapsody and Voca Bella womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ensemble, which will present a varied program of a capella, vocal pop and traditional styles. 7pm. Free. DeMeester Recital Hall, York College of Pennsylvania, York. 717-815-1562, www.ycp.edu

Mar 28. Easter Bunny Trolley. Guests may ride aboard a historic trolley car, where the Easter Bunny will personally visit with each child. 10am-4:30pm. Adm. Rockhill Trolley Museum, Rockhill Furnace. 814-447-9576, www.rockhilltrolley.org Creature Feature: Nature Detectives. Children will be able to enjoy a story read by a park naturalist, enjoy a craft and take part in other hands-on activities. Participants should dress for the weather and a walk on a trail. Ages 3-6 and parents. 10-11am. Adm. Wildwood Park, Harrisburg. 717-221-0292, www.wildwoodlake.org

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Mar 28-29. Easter Craft Fair. The 29th annual event

will feature the wares of more than 350 local and regional craftsmen displaying a wide variety of arts and handcrafts. There will be indoor, sheltered and open-air displays. 9am3pm. Leesport Farmers Market, Leesport. 610-926-1307, http://leesportmarket.com

Mar 28. Performance: Nitty Gritty Dirt Band. 8pm. H.

Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg University, Shippensburg. 717-477-SHOW, http://luhrscenter.com

Mar 28. Easter Candy and Wine Pairing Workshop. The winery will pair 10 candies with wine samples while giving attendees the tools to do this on their own with their

favorite candies. 1-2pm. Adm. Adams County Winery, Orrtanna. 717-334-4631, www.adamscountywinery.com

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Native Americans Along the Susquehanna. Students and homeschoolers in grades two through six will explore how Native Americans once lived in the area. They will furnish a wigwam, make a piece of pottery and take part in storytelling. Preregistration required. 10am-2pm. Adm. Fort Hunter Park, Harrisburg. 717-599-5188, www.forthunter.org

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Apr 2. Performance: Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story.

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Apr 9. Performance: NETworks Presents Disney’s Beauty & the Beast. 7:30pm. H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg University, Shippensburg. 717-477SHOW, http://luhrscenter.com

Apr 10-22. Exhibit: Graphic Design Senior Exhibition.

Apr 9. Performance: Percussion Ensemble. The group

Apr 10-11. Pennsylvania Herb & Garden Festival. There will be plants, herbal and garden products, crafts, speakers, workshops and more. Adm. Memorial Hall, York Expo Center, York. www.paherbandgardenfestival.com

7:30pm. Strand-Capitol Performing Arts Center, York. 717846-1111, www.mystrandcapitol.org

incorporates a variety of works into its repertoire, ranging from xylophone rags from the early 1900s to minimalist classics and avant-garde improvisations. 7pm. Free. York College of Pennsylvania, York. 717-815-1562, www.ycp.edu

Apr 10-19. Boscov’s Berks Jazz Fest. Wynton Marsalis

will open the 25th anniversary of the event, which will include more than 130 concerts that feature contemporary and straight-ahead jazz, blues, big band, gospel and more. Various venues around the Greater Reading Area. www.berksjazzfest.com

Apr 10-26. Performance: The Complete Works of

William Shakespeare (Abridged). The outrageous comedy parodies the Bard’s plays, with all of them being performed in comically shortened or amalgamated form by only three actors. Oyster Mill Playhouse, Camp Hill. 717737-6768, www.oystermill.com

Apr 10.

Performance: NAMI: Stand Up for Mental Health Comedy Show. David Granirer, an award-winning counselor and stand-up comic, teaches stand-up comedy to people with mental illness as a way of building confidence and fighting public stigma, prejudice and discrimination. 7:30pm. Free. York College of Pennsylvania, York. 717-815-1562, www.ycp.edu

An Evening With David Sedaris. 7:30pm. Strand-Capitol Performing Arts Center, York. 717-846-1111, www.mystrandcapitol.org

The display will feature the work of graphic design majors in their final semester of study. Free. York College of Pennsylvania, York. 717-815-1562, www.ycp.edu

Apr 10-19.

Susquehanna Ale Trail Brewmaster Tasting Tour. Participants may learn about the craft brewing industry from experts. Fridays through Sundays. Various locations in southcentral Pennsylvania. 888-8589675, www.susquehannaaletrail.com

Apr 11. Gettysburg Firkin Fest. Enthusiasts and con-

sumers from throughout the mid-Atlantic region and beyond are invited to the Firkin Fest upscale beer sampling experience. The event is limited to 250 guests per session. Valentine Hall, Lutheran Theological Seminary, Gettysburg. 717-334-0853, www.gettysburgfirkin.com

Apr 11. Garden Spot Village Marathon. Marathon and

half marathon options will be available. Free for spectators. Garden Spot Village, New Holland. 717-355-6000, www. gardenspotvillagemarathon.org

Apr 11-12. Spring Art Fling. There will be art, music,

food and fun. The Arts Barn, Schuylkill Haven. 570-3668736, www.theartsbarn.com

Apr 12. Performance: Patron/Benefit Concert: Jason Coleman. A nostalgic lineup of country, pop and easy listening tunes will feature the piano sounds of Floyd Cramer. 3pm. Adm. William Starr Auditorium, Lebanon High School, Lebanon. 717-838-2812, www.lccca.net Apr 12.

Performance: Craver, Hicks, Watson, & Newberry. Three members of the original Red Clay Ramblers. The special reunion will celebrate the musicians’ individual work, as well as old-fashioned harmonies and selections from the classic Red Clay Rambler repertoire. 4pm. Adm. Appalachian Brewing Company, Harrisburg. www.sfmsfolk.org/concerts/Craver_Hicks_Watson_Newberry.html

Apr 15. Lecture: Perspectives in Military History Lecture Series. Todd Brewster will present a lecture titled Lincoln’s Gamble: The Tumultuous Six Months That Gave America the Emancipation Proclamation and Changed the Course of the Civil War. 7:15pm. U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center, Carlisle. 717-245-3972, www.usahec.org

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Apr 16. Lecture: The Science of Self-Compassion. The talk will present theory and research on the subject, which empirical literature has shown to be associated with psychological wellbeing. 5pm. Free. York College of Pennsylvania, York. 717-815-1562, www.ycp.edu Apr 17-18.

Belleville Mennonite School Benefit Auction. Handmade and donated merchandise will be sold to the highest bidder. Belleville Mennonite School, Belleville. 717-935-2184, www.bmsprek12.org

Apr 17. Performance: HSO Performs Brahms Requiem. The Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra, the Messiah College Choral Arts Society and the Susquehanna Chorale will peform the work of peaceful consolation and beauty. 8pm. Parmer Hall, High Center, Messiah College, Mechanicsburg. 717-692-6036, www.messiah.edu Apr 17. Popovich Comedy Pet Theater. Rescued from shelters, the theater’s lineup of talented cats and dogs provides nonstop fun for all ages. 7:30pm. Strand-Capitol Performing Arts Center, York. www.mystrandcapitol.org

Apr 18. IPA Fest. There will be live music, plus a number

of different IPAs from about 15 craft breweries. Includes a souvenir sampling glass and a buffet featuring German food and chef’s specialties. Age 21 and up. 6-10pm. Stoudt’s Brewing Company, Adamstown. 717-484-4386, ext. 204, www.stoudts.com

Apr 18. Performance: The Hit Men. The event will be a look back through rock ‘n’ roll history, including mega-hits. 8pm. H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg University, Shippensburg. http://luhrscenter.com

Apr 18.

Spring Into History: A Franklin County Ramble. The leisurely self-guided tour around the county’s trails will highlight early settlements of the Germans and Scots-Irish, frontier forts, the Underground Railroad, Civil War sites, fire museums, the history of industry and more. Various locations, Franklin County. 866-646-8060, www. explorefranklincountypa.com

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York Suburban Education Foundation’s Celebration of Academic Excellence. York Suburban School District’s families and friends are invited to the sixth annual event. 6:30-11pm. Adm. York County Heritage Trust’s Historical Society Museum, York. 717-433-1559, www.yorkheritage.org

Apr 22. Garbage Dreams. The film follows three teenage boys born into the trash trade on the outskirts of Cairo, Egypt. 7pm. Free. York College of Pennsylvania, York. 717815-1562, www.ycp.edu Apr 22-26. Spring Carlisle. The event is a collector and classic car swap meet, car corral and auction. Carlisle Fairgrounds, Carlisle. 717-243-7855, carlisleevents.com Apr 22-May 10.

Performance: Plaza Suite. Neil Simon’s treasured classic features three charming comedies in one show. Allenberry Resort Inn and Playhouse, Boiling Springs. 717-258-3211, www.allenberry.com

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Performance: Jackie Evancho: Awakening Tour. The 14-year-old soprano’s perfect voice floors audiences. 8pm. H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg University, Shippensburg. 717-477-SHOW, http://luhrscenter.com

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Flannery’s Pub Run - Third Annual Half Marathon. The event will be a 13.1-mile road race. Greencastle. 717-643-0218, www.flanneryspubrun.com

Apr 23-26. LAUNCH Music Conference. The combination music conference and festival will feature panels, seminars, parties, events and performances. Various venues, Downtown Lancaster. launchmusicconference.com

Apr 18-19. Eagle Arms Gun Show.

Apr 23-25.

Lebanon Valley Expo Center and Fairgrounds, Lebanon. 610-393-3047, www.eaglearms.com

Apr 18-19. Performance: Cinderella. The beloved fairy tale classic is set to Sergei Prokofiev’s score. Whitaker Center for Science and Arts, Harrisburg. 717-214-2787, www.whitakercenter.org

Antique & Collectors’ Extravaganza. Hundreds of dealers and collectors from around the world meet to buy and sell among themselves and to the general public. The indoor antique market and indoor farmers market are also open. Renninger’s Antiques and Farmers Market, Kutztown. 610-683-6848, www.renningers.com

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Fourth Friday Feast. Approximately 10 food trucks and vendors will line the street. 5-8:30pm. 400 block of Locust Street, Columbia. 717-684-5249, www. parivertowns.com

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Computer Chess. Set during a weekend tournament for chess software programmers in the early 1980s. Directed by Andrew Bujalski. 7pm. Free. York College of Pennsylvania, York. 717-815-1562, www.ycp.edu

Apr 23. Performance: York College Groove Ensemble. The percussion ensemble with a twist includes percussion instruments, as well as guitars, basses, keyboards, digital samplers, electronic drum machines and turntables. 7pm. Free. York College of Pennsylvania, York. 717-815-1562, www.ycp.edu Apr 23-25. York Train Meet. Attendees may buy or

ent historical theme in each of five blocks, along with children’s activities, educational fun, carriage rides, shows and sales of quilts and arts, live entertainment, and more. Downtown Huntingdon. 814-386-2638, http://mayfestofhuntingdon.org

Apr 25. Raystown Lake Cleanup Day. Volunteers and

boats are needed to assist with cleaning up remote areas of the shoreline. Free lunch provided. 8am-noon. Tatman Run Recreation Area, Hesston. http://raystown.org

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Performance: Black Violin. Virtuosos Kev Marcus and Wil B, along with DJ TK, merge their classical music training with their love of hip-hop, funk and jazz. 7:30pm. Miller Center for the Arts, Reading. 610-607-6270, www.racc.edu/millercenter

Apr 25. Kid Connection. There will be free and fun

activities for children. Downtown Lewistown. 717-2475255, www.mckidconnection.org

sell trains, accessories, clothing, books and videos. Manufacturers will also be on site. York Expo Center, York. 814-928-0196, www.easterntca.org

Apr 25-27. A Block of Art.

Apr 24. Annual Huntingdon Quilt Show. Approximately

The violinist/fiddler and guitarist duo will bring virtuosity in styles from classical to bluegrass. 3pm. Adm. William Starr Auditorium, Lebanon High School, Lebanon. 717-838-2812, www.lccca.net

100 quilts will be on display, and there will be workshops, demonstrations, guild crafts, quilt-related items, food and more. 9am-4pm. Huntingdon Community Center, Huntingdon. 814-643-5013, huntcommunitycenter.org

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Apr 26. Performance: Alex DePue & Miguel DeHoyos.

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Apr 27-29. York Revolution Professional Baseball. The team will host the Lancaster Barnstormers. 6:30pm. Santander Stadium, York. 717-801-4487, www.yorkrevolution.com

Apr 24-26. Performance: Schoolhouse Rock Live.

Apr 30-May 16.

Apr 24-26. York Revolution Professional Baseball. The team will host the Long Island Ducks. 6:30pm. Santander Stadium, York. 717-801-4487, www.yorkrevolution.com

Apr 30. Stefan Becket: Writer-in-Residence. Becket

Martin’s Carriage Auction. Lebanon Valley Expo Center and Fairgrounds, Lebanon. 717-3546671, www.martinauctioneers.com The pop culture phenomenon comes to the musical stage. Carlisle Theatre, Carlisle. 717-258-0666, www.carlisletheatre.org, www.carlisletheatrecompany.com

Apr 24. Performance: York College Jazz Ensemble.

The group performs a wide variety of music by the jazz greats, as well as written arrangements and spontaneous improvisations. 7pm. Free. York College of Pennsylvania, York. 717-815-1562, www.ycp.edu

Apr 24. Art & Leisure Auction. The event will include

food tastings by local food purveyors, as well as silent and live auctions featuring art, travel and outdoor-themed items. 5:30-10pm. Adm. York County Heritage Trust’s Historical Society Museum, York. 717-848-1587, ext. 226, www.yorkheritage.org

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Performance: Monty Python’s Spamalot. The musical version of the 1975 film Monty Python and the Holy Grail is very loosely based on the legend of King Arthur. Ephrata Performing Arts Center at the Sharadin Bigler Theatre, Ephrata Community Park, Ephrata. 717-733-7966, www.ephrataperformingartscenter.com

is the associate editor of social media at New York magazine, where he works with writers and editors in crafting and publishing the magazine and website’s content to a social media audience of more than 2.5 million followers. 7pm. Free. York College of Pennsylvania, York. 717-8151562, www.ycp.edu

Apr 30. Performance: Frank Loesser’s Guys & Dolls. The oddball romantic comedy will be presented by the York College Music and Theatre Divisions. 7:30pm. Free. York College of Pennsylvania, York. 717-815-1562, www.ycp.edu

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Shaverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Creek Birding Cup. The annual fundraising tournament is a contest among teams of birders to identify the greatest number of bird species in the central Pennsylvania region in a 24-hour period. Shaverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Creek Environmental Center, Petersburg. 814-863-2000, www.shaverscreek.org

May 1-3. Huntingdon County Home & Outdoor Show.

Attendees will be able to find the latest products for their home and yard, meet outdoor exhibitors, and enjoy a gun show, a mini tractor pull, skeet shooting, and a cruise-in car show. There will also be a scavenger hunt for children. Adm. Huntingdon County Fairgrounds, Huntingdon. 814643-1110, www.huntingdoncountyfair.com, www.huntingdoncountyshow.com

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Sparks in the Park Civil War Event. Experience what life was like during the Civil War. Friday will be Student Day, and there will be a Civil War Ball in the evening. On Saturday will be a battle and candlelight tours, and Sundayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s battle will determine which side wins the war. No adm. Kish Park Campground, Lewistown. 717-543-0921

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May 1-13. Exhibit: Fine Art Senior Exhibition. The display will feature the work of fine art majors in their final semester of study. Free. York College of Pennsylvania, York. 717-815-1562, www.ycp.edu May 1-3. 24th Annual May Day Faerie Festival. Adm. Spoutwood Farm, Glen Rock. 717-235-6610, www.spoutwood.org May 2. Blues, Brews & Barbecue. The Capitol Theatre, Chambersburg. 717-263-0202, www.thecapitoltheatre.org

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May 9-10. Shank’s Mare Kayak Demo Weekend 2015.

On display will be touring, fishing and recreational kayaks, as well as stand-up paddleboards (SUPs), with on-thewater test paddles available. Marburg Estate Winery, Spring Grove. 717-252-1616, www.shanksmare.com

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May 2. Free Comic Book Day. Highlights will include

games, cosplay (costumes) and lots of comics. 11am-8pm. Free. Comic Store West, York. www.comicstorewest.com

May 2-3.

Swatara Sojourn. The 30-mile overnight canoe trip on the Swatara Creek will offer opportunities to see wildlife, Bordner Cabin, canal locks, iron bridges and more. Participants will camp on the banks and may use their own canoes or rent one. 9am-5pm. Swatara Creek, Pine Grove, Schuylkill County, to Annville. 717-644-4698, www.swatarawatershed.com

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Apple Blossom Festival. The event will include hard cider and wine tastings from local wineries and distilleries, an orchard tour in the scenic South Mountain Fruitbelt, the Historic Yellow Hill Tour with historian Deb McCauslin on Saturday, and the Mary Jemison Story Tour on Sunday. Children’s activities. South Mountain Fairgrounds, Biglerville. www.appleblossomfestival.info

May 9-10. PAOBA Breeder’s Showcase. The state alpaca show will feature alpacas, vendors, crafts and education. Free. Utz Arena, York Fairgrounds, York. 717-8918060, www.paoba.org May 13-Jun 14. Performance: Shout! The Mod Musical. The all-female cast will take audiences back to the unforgettable music of the ‘60s. Allenberry Resort Inn and Playhouse, Boiling Springs. www.allenberry.com May 14-17. Gettysburg Bluegrass Festival. The 70th annual event will include an artist lineup featuring Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder, the U.S. Navy Bluegrass Band, The Boxcars, The Howlin’ Brothers, and many more. Granite Hill Camping Resort, Gettysburg. 717-642-8749, www.gettysburgbluegrass.com May 14-17. 2015 USA Team Handball Club National

Championships. Utz Arena, York Expo Center, York. 719866-2203, www.teamusa.org/usa-team-handball

May 15-16. Rhubarb Festival. Activities and offerings for people of all ages will include a rhubarb racecar derby, homemade desserts, the Rhubarb Stroll mini parade, a Rhubarb Whoopie Pie Filling Contest and more. Kitchen Kettle Village, Intercourse. 800-732-3538, www.kitchenkettle.com

May 3. Garden Faire. There will be plant sales and craft tents, food, an art show and sale, a Marshmallow Peep Show, children’s activities, fly fishing demonstrations, Maypole dancing and cakewalks, and Victorian exhibits, dancing, and music. 10am-4pm. Fort Hunter Mansion and Fort Hunter Park, Harrisburg. www.forthunter.org

May 15-17. Fire Expo 2015. Approximately 400 manu-

May 3, 9. Raystown Lake Fish Structure Building Days. People of all ages and experience levels are invited to help the Corps of Engineers improve underwater fish habitat. Tools and materials supplied. Light refreshments will be offered. 8am-noon. Fish Structure Building, Raystown Lake - Weaver Falls Boat Launch, Hopewell Township. 814-658-6811, http://raystown.org

May 16-17. Blair County Arts Festival. Highlights will include art, food and entertainment. Penn State Altoona, Altoona. 814-949-2787, http://blaircountyartsfestival.org May 17. Kielbasa Festival. Downtown Shenandoah. www.downtownshenandoah.com, www.schuylkill.org

May 7-Jun 12. Performance: Les Miserables. The show is a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit. Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, Lancaster. 717-8981900, www.DutchApple.com

May 22-24. Folk College With Simple Gifts. Workshops, concerts, jams, dancing and other opportunities to play and listen to folk music ranging from old-time to Celtic to international. 10am-5pm. Juniata College, Huntingdon. 814-643-6220, huntingdoncountyarts.com

May 9. Opening Day at DelGrosso’s Amusement Park.

May 22-24. NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series. Maple Grove Raceway, Mohnton. 610-856-9200, www. maplegroveraceway.com

May 9. Mercersburg Springfest. There will be 100-plus

May 22-Jun 7. Performance: Bus Stop. The mixture of comedy, drama and romance is set in a Midwest diner. Oyster Mill Playhouse, Camp Hill. www.oystermill.com

Two hours of free rides will be available at the park from 11am-1pm. 11am-8pm. DelGrosso’s Amusement Park, Tipton. 866-684-3538, www.mydelgrossopark.com craft, food and jewelry vendors. Downtown Mercersburg. 717-328-5827, www.tachamber.org

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facturers and representatives of emergency equipment and related items will exhibit. There will be nearly 250 emergency vehicles on display, as well as vendors and innovations in the field. Adm. Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center, Harrisburg. www.lcfa.com

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May 23. Country Memories Day. There will be more

than 100 vendors, as well as crafts and entertainment all day. McVeytown. www.facebook.com/countrymemoriesday

May 23. 15th Annual 5K River Run. The route crosses

the Susquehanna River via the Veterans Memorial Bridge between Lancaster and York counties. Wrightsville Elementary School, Wrightsville. www.parivertowns.com

May 28-30. American Truck Historical Society 2015 Meet. Antique truck show with more than 1,000 trucks, fire apparatus, buses, RVs, and military and special interest vehicles. Adm. York Expo Center, York. http://aths.org/convention

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Perfecting the Craft in Southcentral PA

Wine trails have become a popular weekend destination in Pennsylvania. Lately, though, it’s a beverage of a different kind that’s getting a lot of attention. Craft beer production in the state and particularly southcentral Pennsylvania is on the rise. And why not? With a growing number of consumers who put a great deal of emphasis on buying local products, it just makes sense. Still, despite the increase in popularity, terms like microbrewery, craft

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beer and brewpub can be a bit confusing to the novice. According to the Brewers Association a microbrewery is a brewery that produces fewer than 15,000 barrels of beer per year with 75 percent or more of its beer sold off-site. Like the microbrewery, a craft brewery is usually a smaller independent brewer, but more importantly it uses traditional ingredients, like malted barley. Innovative ingredients are often added to achieve a distinctive flavor. More often than not, craft beer is produced in a microbrewery. Along with many other cultural influences, German immigrants brought their love of beer to Pennsylvania. In fact, Pennsylvania had more breweries than any other state in the nation before Prohibition. We can’t discuss

SOUTHERN REGION calendar of events pre-Prohibition breweries in Pennsylvania, however, without mentioning America’s oldest brewery, Yuengling. Beer and history enthusiasts should take the tour of Yuengling’s Pottsville facility. It’s a one-of-a-kind educational experience that takes you back in time, and up and down a lot of steps - 120 to be exact. So if you have health concerns, this may not be the A glass partition allows patrons to view JoBoy’s new brewing operation in Lititz. tour for you. Recently, Thrillist ranked One such brewpub is JoBoy’s in Lititz, Pennsylvania #8 among best Beer Lancaster County. States. Much of the accolades have After Jeff Harless moved to Penngone to Philadelphia, which was sylvania in 2000, it didn’t take the named as one of the best Beer Cities in North Carolina native long to miss the the World by Frommer’s. With qual- Carolina barbecue he grew up with. A ity craft breweries on the rise, central decade later, Jeff combined his love of Pennsylvania is beginning to make a Southern barbecue and beer-making name for itself among the heavy hit- to create JoBoy’s Brewpub. JoBoy’s ters. opened in Manheim, Pa., in April 2010

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by Jeff Boy Harless and his wife, Maria Jo. The brewery’s name was taken A brewpub refers to a brewery with from the couple’s middle names. a restaurant or pub on the premises. In the fall of 2013, the Harlesses moved their operation to a larger space on Main Street in neighboring Lititz. JoBoy’s brews all its beers on the premises from Jeff’s original recipes. Lititz Lager and Manheim Red are the brewery’s most popular offerings. Although the brewpub After years of BBQ competitions is known for great beer and craft beer makand amazing barbecue, ing, Jeff and Jo Haryou won’t find the typical less (right) opened JoBoys. red and white tablecloth atmosphere there. The Their fall-off-thedark wood, exposed brick bone St. Louis ribs (above) pair nicely and metal art on the wall with Carolina red creates an ambiance that slaw, cornbread and is uniquely JoBoy’s. The JoBoy’s popular Lititz Lager. brewpub’s distinctive logo whereandwhen.com / 2015 W&W spring / 51 /

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tures a great event space upstairs with a capacity for 225 people. Sturgis Haus, another microbrewery in Lititz, is located just a block from JoBoy’s.

BLAZING THE CRAFT BREW TRAIL In 1987, Ed and Carol Stoudt opened Stoudts Brewing Company in Adamstown when there were few craft brewers in Pennsylvania. Carol was the first woman to open a brewery since Prohibition. Pioneers in the craft beer movement, the Stoudts don’t do anything cookie-cutter. From the quality of the cuts of steak in their restaurant to more than a dozen craft beers, there is artistry in everything they do. Stoudts Brewing Company plays host to events like the Winter Fest in February and Oktoberfest, which is held every Sunday in October.

is a representation of Jeff and Jo and originated from stick figure drawings that were drawn on notes that Jeff would leave for Jo when they were courting. Across the street from JoBoy’s is the Bulls Head Pub, where guests enjoy English fare in a traditional British pub setting. While JoBoy’s and Bulls Head would seem to be polar opposites, Jeff enjoys the camaraderie with other establishments in Lititz like Bulls Head and Appalachian Brewery. Appalachian Brewing Company has five locations in Pennsylvania, with four located in southcentral PennsylvaCITY BREW nia. Although Bulls Head The closing of the does not brew Wacker Brewing Compaits own beer, it ny in 1956 after 107 years serves a great in business signified the many craft end of an era for the city beers. of Lancaster. As the oldIn addition est and longest-running to the pub and brewery in Lancaster Appalachian Brewing Company’s Hog restaurant, County, Wacker was Wild sandwich slow roasted, beer-braised JoBoy’s feasynonymous with beer. pork with ABC Root Beer barbecue sauce. / 52 /

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Wacker was the last brewery standing in a long line of breweries in the city. When the Lancaster Brewing Company (LBC, originally called Lancaster Malt Brewing) opened for business on the corner of Walnut and Plum streets in 1995, it ended the 39year drought in Lancaster’s brewing industry that was created when the Wacker Brewery closed. Whether you’re sampling an LBC Boss Hog Double IPA or feasting on a tasty Po Boy sandwich, or both, guests can see the brewery operation from the bar and restaurant. The Lancaster Brewing Company prides itself on artisan quality that creates consistently great beer. Those brews include eight year-round beers and about a dozen limited-release and seasonal beers. LBC has locations in Lancaster and Harrisburg.

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Lancaster Brewing Company’s Plum Street location in Lancaster. The former tobacco warehouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

seasonal beers. In addition to the tasting room and tours of their Hershey brewery, Tröegs offers patrons a seasonal menu of fresh, locally sourced food created by chef Christian DeLutis. In 2014, Bryan Kepner brought the Wacker Brewing name back to life. Kepner’s great-grandfather worked for Wacker before it closed. Today, the brewery on Grant Street produces two traditional Germanstyle beers, but it has plans to add seasonal and English-style beers in the future. Wacker brews can be found at several Lancaster restaurants. The brewery is open to the public on Fridays Photo courtesy of VisitHersheyHarrisburg.org Wednesdays, and Saturdays. A six-beer sampling at Tröegs Brewery in Hershey Names like MooJust a year after Lancaster Brewing Duck, Saint Boniface, Snitz Creek Company opened, brothers John and and Mexitaly are certainly unique and Chris Trogner founded Tröegs Brew- some may even be a bit tongue-inery. Tröegs is a clever combination of cheek, but all of these brewers take the Trogner name and the Flemish their craft seriously. Each of these breweries offers a unique experience word kroeg, which means “pub.” The Tröegs lineup includes a doz- though their commitment to brewing en year-round craft brews and several a quality beer. whereandwhen.com / 2015 W&W spring / 53 /

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Appalachian Brewing Company Lititz, Gettysburg, Harrisburg, Camp Hill, Mechanicsburg and Collegeville www.abcbrew.com

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43 E. Main St., Lititz, PA 17543 www.thesturgishaus.com 717-627-7827

79 S. Wilson Ave., Elizabethtown, PA 17022 www.mooduckbrewery.com

1701 W. Main St., Ephrata, PA 17522 www.facebook.com/StBonifaceBrewing 717-466-6900

Snitz Creek Brewery

7 N. Ninth St., Lebanon, PA 17046 www.snitzcreekbrewery.com 717-450-4467

Mexitaly Brick Oven Brewhouse 2440 E. Market St., York, PA 17402 www.mexitaly.com 717-600-8226

Stoudts Brewing Company

2800 N. Reading Road, Adamstown, PA 19501 www.stoudtsbeer.com 717-484-4386

Lancaster Brewing Company 302 N. Plum St., Lancaster, PA 17602 469 Eisenhower Blvd., Harrisburg, PA 17111

www.lancasterbrewing.com 717-391-6258 (Lancaster) 717-564-4448 (Harrisburg)

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ONGOING Through Mar 14. The Art of Jamie Wyeth Tour. The Andrew Wyeth Studio is a restored schoolhouse that was the home of Andrew and Betsy Wyeth and their sons, Nicholas and Jamie. The building was also the location of Jamie’s first studio. Fridays and Saturdays. Adm. Brandywine Conservancy and Museum of Art, Chadds Ford. 610-388-2700, www.brandywinemuseum.org Through Mar 20.

Lecture: Series: Drawing in Light: A Brief History of Photography. Associate curator Amanda C. Burdan will delve into the history of photography. Fridays. 10am. Adm. Brandywine Conservancy and Museum of Art, Chadds Ford. brandywinemuseum.org

Through Apr 5. Exhibit: Peter Blume: Nature &

Metamorphosis. The first retrospective of the American modernist, the exhibit will feature 159 works, including 56

paintings and 103 drawings. It will focus on Blume’s central role in the development of American modernism and his impact on late 20th-century narrative painting. Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, Philadelphia. 215-9727600, www.pafa.org

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Exhibit: Allora & Calzadilla: Intervals. Organized in conjunction with the Fabric Workshop and Museum, the event is the first major solo exhibition in Philadelphia by the artists. It will include a selection of their recent projects - most of which have never been shown in the U.S. - as well as new works created for the occasion. Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia. 215-763-8100, www.philamuseum.org

Through Apr 5. Exhibit: Jamie Wyeth. The major retrospective display will feature six decades of the artist’s work, including more than 100 paintings and other works Wyeth described as being executed in combined mediums. Brandywine Conservancy and Museum of Art, Chadds Ford. 610-388-2700, www.brandywinemuseum.org whereandwhen.com / 2015 W&W spring / 55 /

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Exhibit: Body Worlds Animal Inside Out. The display uses plastination to showcase the inner workings of a variety of animals. The Franklin Institute, Philadelphia. 215-448-1200, www.fi.edu

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Exhibit: The Artist's Garden: American Impressionism & the Garden Movement, 1887-1920. The display and catalog will tell the story of artists and the growing popularity of gardening as a middle-class leisure pursuit at the turn of the 20th century, bringing together paintings, sculpture, books and gardening ephemera. Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, Philadelphia. 215-972-7600, www.pafa.org

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Exhibit: The Hard Coal Chronicles 40th Anniversary 1973-2013. The display will include a selection of the anthracite coal mining photography of Scott D. Herring, whose entire body of work includes more than 162,000 images. Adm. Anthracite Heritage Museum, Scranton. www.anthracitemuseum.org

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creative art activities. 10am-noon. Free. Brandywine Conservancy and Museum of Art, Chadds Ford. 610-3882700, www.brandywinemuseum.org

MARCH Mar 1. PNC Arts Alive First Sundays for Families: All in the Family. Attendees will create one-of-a-kind family portraits inspired by the remarkable work of three generations of Wyeth family artists. 10am-noon. Brandywine Conservancy and Museum of Art, Chadds Ford. 610-3882700, www.brandywinemuseum.org Mar 1. Performance: Kennett Symphony Children's Chorus Concert. The chorus will perform peace-themed songs. 1pm. Second-floor lobby, Brandywine Conservancy and Museum of Art, Chadds Ford. 610-388-2700, www. brandywinemuseum.org Mar 1-8.

Performance: Little Shop of Horrors. A down-and-out skid row floral assistant becomes an overnight sensation when he discovers a plant with a mysterious craving. Shawnee Playhouse, Shawnee on Delaware. 570-421-5093, www.theshawneeplayhouse.com

Mar 1-Apr 30. Macy's Flower Show. The Grand Court

is transformed with a different theme each year, featuring vibrant flowers, lush greens and blooming trees. Expert flower guides offer guided tours of the display and the special events. Macyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Center City Philadelphia, Philadelphia. 215-241-9000

Mar 1-Dec 31. Franklin Square. The family-friendly

play place features mini golf, a renovated vintage marble fountain, playgrounds, the Parx Liberty Carousel and the acclaimed SquareBurger. Franklin Square, Philadelphia. 215-629-4026, www.historicphiladelphia.org

Mar 3. Performance: Philadelphia Chamber Music Society: Joseph Swensen & Jeffrey Kahane. Swensen plays violin, and Kahane plays piano. 8pm. Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org Mar 4-8. Performance: Opera Philadelphia: Ariadne

auf Naxos. Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org

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Mar 5-15.

Performance: Swan Lake. Based on the original Ivanov/Petipa classic and set to Tchaikovskyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s score, the production has been reimagined for modern audiences. Academy of Music, Philadelphia. 215-893-1999, www.kimmelcenter.org/events, www.paballet.org

Mar 5. Hike: Chester Valley Trail. The group will walk on a new section of the trail. Participants should meet in the parking lot of Chesterbrook Shopping Center to carpool. They should bring water for the hike and money to purchase food at the shopping center afterward. 10amnoon. Wayne. 484-432-2150, www.valleyforgeaudubon.org Mar 5-7. Performance: Philadelphia Orchestra: Ax Plays Beethoven. Yannick Nezet-Seguin will be the conductor, and Emanuel Ax will play the piano. Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org Mar 6, Apr 3, May 1. First Friday Art Walk. Individuals may travel from gallery to gallery to see works by local artists displayed throughout the city. All sites are

Mar 6. Performance: Philadelphia Chamber Music Society: Philadelphia Orchestra Musicians. With Emanuel Ax on piano. 8pm. Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www. kimmelcenter.org Mar 6, Apr 3, May 1. First Friday. The monthly celebration of arts and culture will highlight unique shops and galleries, and there will be music, refreshments, in-store specials, art exhibit openings and more. Southside Bethlehem Shopping District, Bethlehem. 800-360-8687, www.bethlehempa.org

Mar 6. Performance: Jimmie Vaughan & the Tilt-AWhirl Band. General adm. Pennâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Peak, Jim Thorpe. 866605-PEAK, www.pennspeak.com Mar 6. Performance: Kim Simmonds & Savoy Brown. The show celebrates the release of the groupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new CD. Mauch Chunk Opera House, Jim Thorpe. 570-325-0249, www.mcohjt.com Mar 7, 14. Live Music With Jim Roberti. Visitors will be

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able to enjoy live music, food and handcrafted beer brewed on site. Tours daily at 12:30pm. Barley Creek Brewing Company, Tannersville. 570-629-9399, barleycreek.com

Mar 7-14. Shawnee Mountain's NASTAR Race Series. S873492

www.sayremansion.com 250 Wyandotte Street, Bethlehem, PA 18015 Toll-free: 877-345-9019 Local: 610-882-2100

walkable, but a trolley bus will provide shuttle service. 6-9pm. Downtown Scranton. 570-565-9006, www.firstfridayscranton.com

Catering exclusively by Karen Hunter Catering, voted Best of the Valley by Lehigh Valley Magazine.

NASTAR is a National Recreational Racing Series that gives everyday skiers and snowboarders of all ages the thrill of racing. Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, East Stroudsburg. 570-421-7231, ext. 249, www.shawneemt.com

Mar 7-28. Winter Photo Walk. Attendees will explore

trails near Lake Wallenpaupack with photographer Lori Ryan. The workshop will discuss composition and optimal camera settings for creating winter wonderland images, as well as how light and color change as the day draws to a close. Lori Ryan Photography, Greentown. 570-352-2605, loriryanphotography.com

Mar 9. Performance: Keyboard Conversations 10th Anniversary Season. Pianist Jeffrey Siegel will present Franz Liszt: Torment and Triumph. Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org

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Mar 12, Mar 17. Children's Read-Aloud Tours Family

Program. Young children, accompanied by a caregiver, will hear a story, interact with art in the museum, and make creative works to take home. Thursdays, as well as Tuesday, Mar 17. 10:30am. Brandywine Conservancy and Museum of Art, Chadds Ford. 610-388-2700, brandywinemuseum.org

Mar 12-14. Performance: Philadelphia Orchestra: Beethoven's Pastoral. The conductor will be Rafael Fruhbeck de Burgos, and Jorge Federico Osorio will play piano. Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org Mar 13. Performance: Melvin Seals & JGB. General adm. Penn’s Peak, Jim Thorpe. 866-605-PEAK, www. pennspeak.com Mar 13. Performance: Glimmer Twins Rolling Stones Tribute. Coupled with the special attention to details, both musically and visually, the group deliver a classic Rolling Stones experience. Mauch Chunk Opera House, Jim Thorpe. 570-325-0249, www.mcohjt.com Mar 13, Apr 10, May 8. Second Friday Art Walk.

The free self-guided tour will highlight local galleries, cultural venues, restaurants and local shops that will showcase a wide variety of the arts. There will be opportunities to meet artists, watch demonstrations and enjoy refreshments. 5-9pm. Downtown Clarks Summit. 570-586-3363

Mar 13-15. Performance: The Philly Pops: American Song Book, Then & Now. Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www. kimmelcenter.org

Mar 13-29, Apr 3-5. Performance: The Crucible

by Arthur Miller. The story focuses on a young farmer, his wife, and a young servant girl who maliciously causes the wife’s arrest for witchcraft. Shawnee Playhouse, Shawnee on Delaware. 570-421-5093, theshawneeplayhouse.com

Mar 15.

St. Patrick's Parade. Highlights will include marching bands, floats, marching units and plenty of Irish music. Rain or shine. Downtown Jim Thorpe. 570-3255810, www.carbonstpatricksparade.com

Mar 17-22. Performance: Annie.

Academy of Music, Philadelphia. 215-893-1999, www.kimmelcenter.org/ events

Mar 18.

Chemistry - Polymers, Crazy Aaron. Individuals may enjoy a free visit to the museum while learning about chemistry. They may even get some putty to take home. 5-8pm. The Franklin Institute, Philadelphia. 215-448-1200, www.fi.edu

Mar 19, Apr 16. Family Game Night. Games will be provided, but attendees may bring a favorite game if they wish. The Cooperage Project, Honesdale. 570-253-2020, http://thecooperageproject.org Mar 19.

Ninth Annual Rebecca Lukens Award Ceremony. The museum will honor a member of the local community who expresses the characteristics of the nation’s first female industrialist: resilience, courage, leadership and strategic initiative. 6-8pm. Adm. The National Iron and Steel Heritage Museum, Coatesville. 610-3849282, www.steelmuseum.org

Mar 20.

Performance: George Thorogood & The Destroyers. 8pm. Keswick Theatre, Glenside. 215-5727650, www.keswicktheatre.com

Mar 20. Performance: Philadelphia Chamber Music Society: ECCO. 8pm. Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org Mar 20-22. Performance: Philadelphia Orchestra:

The Planets. The conductor will be Gianandrea Noseda, with Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg on violin. Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org

Mar 14. St. Patrick's Day Parade & Post Parade Party. America’s fourth-largest St. Patrick’s Day parade will be followed by a party at the Scranton Cultural Center with parade participants, including Irish step dancers, bagpiper corps bands and others. No adm. Downtown Scranton. 570-346-7369, www.stpatparade.com

Mar 20-22. Shawnee Mountain Military Appreciation Weekend. All active military members and their immediate family (spouse and children age 18 and under) will receive free lift tickets and ski/snowboard rent als. A valid active military ID and valid dependent cards are

Mar 14. Performance: Galway Guild. The band pack-

National Iron & Steel Heritage Museum

Mar 14-15. 24th Annual Pocono Scout Weekend. Scouts may enjoy discounts on lift tickets, rentals and lessons, and special lodging packages will be available. There will be free merit badge testing and a race. Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, East Stroudsburg. 570-421-7231, ext. 223, www.shawneemt.com

Discover the Past, Explore the Future Educational Programs Family Fun Tours Open 10 to 4 Monday — Saturday SteelMuseum.org 610-384-9282

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ages the roots of Celtic music with the modern-day essence of rock. The result is a mix of traditional, rebel and modern Irish music. Mauch Chunk Opera House, Jim Thorpe. 570-325-0249, www.mcohjt.com

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required. Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, East Stroudsburg. 570-421-7231, www.shawneemt.com

Mar 21. Performance: The Fab Faux. The event will highlight The Beatles’ first U.S. television appearances and more. 8pm. Keswick Theatre, Glenside. 215-572-7650, www.keswicktheatre.com Mar 21. Pond Skimming. Participants are encouraged to come dressed to impress in their funniest and wackiest gear to attempt to skim across the man-made pond. Prizes will be given out to best skims, best costumes and best wrecks. Must be 16 and up to participate. Camelback Mountain Resort, Tannersville. 570-629-1661, www.skicamelback.com Mar 22.

Performance: Serafin String Quartet. The group performs the entire range of repertoire for string quartet, from Haydn to Higdon. Mauch Chunk Opera House, Jim Thorpe. 570-325-0249, www.mcohjt.com

Mar 22. Saint Patrick's Day Parade. An estimated 90 to 100 marching units in eight divisions will include bands, nonprofit groups, politicians and local businesses. The grand marshal will be selected based on exhibiting similar characteristics of Saint Patrick. Downtown Stroudsburg. www.poconoirishparade.org

Mar 22. Cardboard Box Derby. Teams will race their

cardboard boxes down the Sunbowl trail. Prizes will be given to best in show, fastest box, best crash and more. Camelback Mountain Resort, Tannersville. 570-629-1661, www.skicamelback.com

Mar 22.

Shawnee Mountain's Costume Carnival. Individuals who wear a costume to the ticket window will receive a free day lift ticket; the costume does not need to be worn while skiing. A costume parade and judging will take place at 1pm. Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, East Stroudsburg. 570-421-7231, www.shawneemt.com

Mar 22-23.

Performance: Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia: Masters of All Time. Nir Kabaretti will be the conductor, and Sean Chen will play piano. Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org

Mar 24.

Addiction: Medical Condition or Moral Breakdown? Experts in the field of addiction research from Temple University, the University of Pennsylvania and the Treatment Research Institute will share about the biological mechanisms of addiction and discuss the changing societal response. 7-8:30pm. The Franklin Institute, Philadelphia. 215-448-1200, www.fi.edu

Mar 25. Jamie Wyeth Curator's Tours. Led by Amanda C. Burdan, associate curator. 2pm. Brandywine Conservancy and Museum of Art, Chadds Ford. 610-3882700, www.brandywinemuseum.org Mar 25. Performance: Philadelphia Chamber Music Society: Lisa Batiashvili & Paul Lewis. Batiashvili plays violin, and Lewis plays piano. 8pm. Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org Mar 26-28. Performance: Philadelphia Orchestra:

Mahler 5. The conductor will be Gianandrea Noseda, with Carol Jantsch on the tuba. Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www. kimmelcenter.org

Mar 27. Performance: Philadelphia Chamber Music Society: Emerson Quartet. 8pm. Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org Mar 28. Philadelphia Orchestra: Make Your Own Musical Event. Charlotte Blake Alston will speak. 11:30am. Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org Mar 28. Spring Bazaar. The event will feature a rummage sale, a bake sale, homemade soup, Easter candy and photos, crafts, and various drawings, including a basket drawing. The kitchen will also be open. 8am-2pm. No adm. St. John’s Church of Mahoning, Lehighton. 570-386-9960, www.stjohnsmahoning.com Mar 28. Performance: Reverend Jefferson. The band is a tribute to San Francisco’s legendary Jefferson Airplane. Mauch Chunk Opera House, Jim Thorpe. 570-325-0249, www.mcohjt.com Mar 28.

Performance: The Outlaws With Special Guest Blackhawk. General adm. Penn’s Peak, Jim Thorpe. 866-605-PEAK, www.pennspeak.com

Mar 29. Performance: Jason Moran & the Bandwagon. 7pm. Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www. kimmelcenter.org Mar 31. Performance: Philadelphia Chamber Music Society: Marc-Andre Hamelin. Hamelin plays piano. 8pm. Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org

Mar 24-Apr 5.

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Mar 25. Performance: Damon Wayans.

Matthew's Passion. The conductor will be Yannick NezetSeguin. Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org

Performance: Dirty Dancing. Academy of Music, Philadelphia. 215-893-1999, www.kimmelcenter.org/events

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Apr 1-Nov 30. Lackawanna County Coal Mine Tour

Opens. Visitors may explore 300 feet beneath the surface of the earth as they travel through an abandoned anthracite coal mine and learn how men toiled on their hands and knees to harvest black diamonds. Lackawanna County Coal Mine, Scranton. www.lackawannacounty.org

Apr 1-Jan 31. What's the Bright Idea: The Evolution

of Lighting. The evolution of lighting from oil lamps through kerosene will be highlighted, and visitors will see how technology progressed from the 18th to the 20th century in America. Wednesdays. Pennypacker Mills, Schwenksville. 610-287-9349, www.montcopa.org/ pennypackermills

Apr 2-4.

Performance: Jesus Christ Superstar. Keswick Theatre, Glenside. 215-572-7650, www.keswicktheatre.com

Apr 3. Performance: Bach B-Minor Mass. The event

will be presented by Vox Amadeus and will feature soloists, a chorus and a Baroque instrument orchestra. 8pm. Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org

Apr 6. Scranton Half Marathon. The inaugural race aims to highlight the local area and bring increased exposure and revenue for local businesses. Proceeds will benefit the continued development of the Lackawanna River Heritage Trail. Scranton Memorial Stadium, Scranton. 570348-3696, www.scrantonhalf.com

Apr 10-12.

Performance: The Philly Pops: Epic Hollywood Soundtracks. Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www. kimmelcenter.org

Apr 10-12. Performance: Coppelia. The comic family

tale of an eccentric toymaker and his beautiful mechanical doll features a melodic score and narration and is a beautifully adapted version for young audiences. Shawnee Playhouse, Shawnee on Delaware. 570-421-5093, www. theshawneeplayhouse.com

Apr 11. Desserts During the Edwardian Era. The cooks

will demonstrate the cooking of desserts that were served to the well-to-do as well as to the middle classes. Guided tours of the mansion will also be available. Classroom Building, Pennypacker Mills, Schwenksville. 610-287-9349, www.montcopa.org/pennypackermills

Apr 12-15. Performance: The Peking Acrobats. Keswick Theatre, Glenside. 215-572-7650, www.keswicktheatre.com Apr 12.

Performance: Indigo Girls With the Philadelphia Youth Orchestra. 8pm. Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-6702300, www.kimmelcenter.org

Apr 12. Model Train Show & Sale. Department, Hawley. 570-226-3206

Hawley Fire

Apr 9.

Apr 12. Garden Walk & Tea. The guided tour will cover the numerous species of flowers, trees and other plants on the gorgeous grounds of the Lukens National Historic District. Tea fare will be served. 1:30-4:30pm. Adm. The National Iron and Steel Heritage Museum, Coatesville. 610384-9282, www.steelmuseum.org

Apr 9. Performance: Philadelphia Chamber Music Society: Takacs Quartet. 8pm. Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-6702300, www.kimmelcenter.org

Apr 15. Performance: Philadelphia Chamber Music Society: Dorothea Roschmann & Mitsuko Uchida. Roschmann is a soprano, and Uchida plays piano. 8pm. Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org

Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders Home Opener. The Triple A affiliate of the New York Yankees will open the season at the 10,310-seat facility, which features natural grass, hospitality areas and a full-service restaurant that opens two hours before every game. PNC Field, Moosic. www.swbrailriders.com

Apr 9. Lehigh Valley IronPigs Season Opener. The AAA minor league team will start the 2015 season against the Syracuse Chiefs. Coca-Cola Park, Allentown. 610-4353001, www.ironpigsbaseball.com

Apr 16-18.

Performance: Philadelphia Orchestra: Modern Fairy Tales. The conductor will be Stephane Deneve, and Christina and Michelle Naughton will perform on duo pianos. Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. www.kimmelcenter.org

Apr 10. 16th Annual World War Swing Dance. The event will feature the Swing Fever Dance Band/USO Canteen Show, as well as a vintage dress and military uniform contest. All World War II veterans will be honored with a special memento. Doors open at 7pm. Dancing will be available from 8-11pm. Adm. Sunnybrook Ballroom, Pottstown. 610-323-2229, thesunnybrookballroom.net

Apr 18. Performance: Philadelphia Orchestra: Peter & the Wolf. Stephane Deneve will be the conductor, and Michael Boudewyns will be the speaker. 11:30am. Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org

Apr 10-11. Performance: Philadelphia Orchestra: Beethoven & Mozart. The conductor will be Paul Goodwin, with Choong-Jin Chang on viola. Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-6702300, www.kimmelcenter.org

Apr 18. Whole Soul Holistic Fair. There will be lectures, vendors, readers, food and more. 10am-6pm. Adm. Discount given with donation of nonperishable food item. Summit Hill Heritage Center, Summit Hill. 570-657-0792, www.summithillheritagecenter.com whereandwhen.com / 2015 W&W spring / 61 /

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Apr 18. Spring Thaw Ice & Wine Festival. The event will

feature six Pennsylvania wineries, live ice carving demonstrations, barbecue, music, local cheeses, maple syrup, crafts and more. Sculpted Ice Works Factory, Lakeville. 570-226-6246, www.sculptediceworks.com

Apr 18. Jim Thorpe Earth Day Celebration. The celebration will include live entertainment, children’s activities, demonstrations, workshops, environmental education and more. Rain date is Apr 19. Downtown Jim Thorpe. 570325-2079, www.jimthorpeearthday.com

Apr 18-19. National Park Week Opening Weekend:

Entrance Fee-Free. The site will waive the daily entrance fee, which includes admission to the parking areas, park grounds, visitor center, history roundhouse and technology museums, theater and scheduled interpretive tours. Steamtown National Historic Site, Scranton. 570-3405200, www.nps.gov/stea

Apr 19.

IFC Caged Combat. Cove Haven Resort, Lakeville. 888-963-3052, www.covepoconoresorts.com/ entertainment

Apr 20. Performance: Philadelphia Chamber Music Society: Enso Quartet. With Michael Tree on viola and Peter Wiley on cello. 8pm. Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-6702300, www.kimmelcenter.org Apr 21.

Performance: Philadelphia Chamber Music Society: Richarde Goode. Good plays piano. 8pm. Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org

Apr 23-25.

Performance: Philadelphia Orchestra: Romeo & Juliet. The conductor will be Stephane Deneve, and the Philadelphia Singers Chorale will take part. Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org

Apr 25. Performance: 2Cellos. 8pm. Keswick Theatre, Glenside. 215-572-7650, www.keswicktheatre.com

Apr 25-Jul 19. Exhibit: Horace Pippin: The Way I See It. More than 60 of the artist’s works will be borrowed from American museums, universities and private colletions. Brandywine Conservancy and Museum of Art, Chadds Ford. 610-388-2700, brandywinemuseum.org Apr 25-26. Civil War Re-enactment. One of the largest such events on the East Coast, the 26th annual event will feature battle re-enactments each day and plenty of opportunities to become immersed in history. Neshaminy State Park, Bensalem. 215-639-4538, www.visitbuckscounty.com Apr 26. Performance: Curtis Symphony Orchestra.

Osmo Vanska will conduct. Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org

Apr 28-May 14. Art in Bloom. More than 200 student artists will showcase artwork created throughout the school year in the museum’s programs. Genres include painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking and mixed media works. James A. Michener Art Museum, Doylestown. 215-340-9800, www.michenerartmuseum.org Apr 30-May 3.

Performance: Philadelphia Orchestra: Bernstein's MASS. Yannick Nezet-Seguin will be the conductor. Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org

Apr 30-Nov 1. Lackawanna County Trolley Museum Opens. Electric City Trolley Museum is a resplendently restored late-19th-century mill building featuring interactive exhibits and displays, including vintage trolleys. Visitors may ride historic trolleys. Lackawanna County Trolley Museum, Scranton. 570-963-6590, www.ectma.org

Apr 24-May 3. Performance: Don Carlo.

Academy of Music, Philadelphia. 215-893-1999, www.kimmelcenter. org/events

MAY

Apr 24. Performance: Philadelphia Chamber Music Society: Time for Three. 8pm. Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-6702300, www.kimmelcenter.org

May 1. Dorney Park Opening Day. The park will open for its 129th season. Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom, Allentown. 610-395-3724, www.dorneypark.com

Apr 24-26. Hawley EarthFest. Local businesses and

May 1-2, 8-9.

Apr 25.

May 2. Opening Day of Sesame Place. The park’s 35th

conservation organizations will offer programs, activities and events, including the Species Parade, crafts, guest speakers and hands-on activities. Main Avenue, Downtown Hawley. 570-226-4064, www.visithawleypa.com, www.hawleyearthfest.com

Parsley: The Quiet Herb. Master Gardener Jane Irvine will offer a PowerPoint presentation about the herb and will be available to answer questions. 10-11am. Pennypacker Mills, Schwenksville. 610-287-9349, www. montcopa.org/pennypackermills

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108th Annual Bethlehem Bach Festival. The choir of 95 volunteer singers, a live orchestra and soloists will perform cantatas, chamber music and The Mass in B minor. Central Moravian Church, Bethlehem. 610-866-4382, www.bach.org birthday party will take place all season long with whirling rides, water slides, shows and the new Neighborhood Birthday Party Parade. Sesame Place, Langhorne. 866-GO-4-ELMO, http://sesameplace.com, www.visitbuckscounty.com

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May 2. Washington Crossing Brewfest. Guests may sip

May 7-9. Performance: Philadelphia Orchestra: Beethoven's First. The conductor will be Cristian Macelaru, with Sarah Chang on violin. Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www. kimmelcenter.org

May 2. The Private Lives of Bees. The lively, interactive discussion will include information about drones, workers and the queen bee. Adults only. 10-11am. Pennypacker Mills, Schwenksville. 610-287-9349, www.montcopa.org/ pennypackermills

May 8-10. Shen Yun.

on beers from more than 65 breweries from around the country. Washington Crossing Historic Park, Washington Crossing. 215-493-4076, www.ushistory.org/washingtoncrossing, www.visitbuckscounty.com

May 2-3. Strawberry Festival. The delicious fruit will be available in various forms: baked in a pie, made into jam, dipped in chocolate, or as is. The 18th-century-style village’s 65 shops will be open as well. Peddler’s Village, Lahaska. 215-794-4000, www.peddlersvillage.com, www. visitbuckscounty.com May 2. Volunteer Day: Building the Industrialization

Exhibit. Members of the community are invited to join museum staff and volunteers in preparing for the new exhibit. Lunch will be provided. 10am-2pm. The National Iron and Steel Heritage Museum, Coatesville. 610-3849282, www.steelmuseum.org

May 2-9, 30. 52nd Summer Tour Season. Guides in

period clothing will re-create the life of the Pennsylvania German farm family that lived on the farm from the late 1760s to 1913. The summer highlights schedule includes everything from pottery to oak split basket making. Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, Stroudsburg. 570-992-6161, www.quietvalley.org

May 3.

Performance: Philadelphia Chamber Music Society: Brentano Quartet. With Ignat Solzhenitsyn on piano. 3pm. Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org

May 7.

State of the Society Reception & Industrialization Exhibit Kickoff. The presentation will cover what the organization has accomplished, upcoming events and future plans. Visitors will also be able to see the museum’s new exhibit. 5-8pm. Adm. The National Iron and Steel Heritage Museum, Coatesville. 610-384-9282, www. steelmuseum.org

May 7. Performance: Philadelphia Chamber Music Society: Musicians From Marlboro III. 8pm. Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org May 7-10. A Tribute to Jerome Robbins. The choreog-

rapher worked on Broadway blockbusters like The King and I and West Side Story. Fancy Free and The Concert will anchor the program. The company’s premiere of In G Major features aquatic-inspired sets and costumes and an exquisite central pas de deux. Academy of Music, Philadelphia. 215-893-1999, www.kimmelcenter.org/events, www. paballet.org

Merriam Theatre, Philadelphia. 215-893-1999, www.kimmelcenter.org

May 9. Performance: Jazz Orchestra of Philadelphia: A Tribute to Billy Strayhorn. 8pm. Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org May 10.

Performance: Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia: 50th Anniversary Celebration Concert. 2:30pm. Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org

May 13-16.

Performance: Philadelphia Orchestra: Treasures Past & Present. The conductor will be Yannick Nezet-Seguin, with Lisa Batiashvili on violin. Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org

May 14. An Evening in Franklin Square. The venue of the seventh annual event will be turned into a familyfriendly play place. There will be cocktails, silent and live auctions, dinner, dancing, and the Parx Square Derby, a carousel race. 5:30pm. Franklin Square, Philadelphia. www. historicphiladelphia.org

May 15. Performance: The 3 B's: Bach, Beethoven, Brahms. The symphony orchestra will perform the concert, which is being presented by Vox Amadeus. 8pm. Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org

May 15-17. Performance: The Philly Pops: Legends of

Rock. Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org

May 15-30. Performance: Rapunzel. The fun-filled

musical romp, based on Grimm’s fairy tale, tells the story of a girl who is locked in a tower with no way to escape except her incredibly long blonde hair. Shawnee Playhouse, Shawnee on Delaware. 570-421-5093, www.theshawneeplayhouse.com

May 15-31. Performance: Barefoot in the Park. In the Neil Simon comedy, newlyweds learn to live as a couple while facing the usual daily ups and downs. Shawnee Playhouse, Shawnee on Delaware. 570-421-5093, www. theshawneeplayhouse.com May 16-24. Quiet Valley's 27th Annual Farm Animal

Frolic. The event will give an opportunity for children and adults to meet a variety of farm animals, including baby animals, up close. There will be traditional games, children’s shows, sheep shearing and more. Rain or shine. No pets allowed. Free parking. Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, Stroudsburg. 570-992-6161, www.quietvalley.org whereandwhen.com / 2015 W&W spring / 63 /

Photo by R. Kennedy for Visit Philadelphia™ Built on the site where his home and printing office once stood, the Benjamin Franklin Museum is part of Philadelphia’s Independence National Historical Park. Each of the museum’s rooms focus on a different aspect of the Founding Father’s life and achievements.

nventive, enterprising, diligent, diplomatic, humorous, intelligent and civic-minded. These are all words used to describe Benjamin Franklin. The list could go on, for Franklin was the very definition of a Renaissance man. To say that Benjamin Franklin left his mark on America is an understatement. For Philadelphia specifically, he was and is the lifeblood of the city. His footprint is everywhere. Let’s explore a few places and institutions impacted by Franklin.

or society of active men belonging to each fire engine; whose business is to attend all fires with it whenever they happen.” Fireman’s Hall Museum is located in a restored firehouse in Philly’s historic Old City district. The museum’s mission is to preserve Philadelphia’s firefighting history.

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Benjamin Franklin is credited with forming the Union Fire Company on Dec. 17, 1736, in Philadelphia. It seems that Franklin didn’t believe that amateur firefighters were enough to protect the city against loss by fire, so he suggested a “club

Although Franklin was apprenticed to his brother in Boston, he ran away to Philadelphia at the age of 17. Printing was in his blood, and by the age of 30 he was already a successful printer.

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There are many points of interest within Independence National Historical Park (INHP). Franklin’s 18th-century print shop is re-created on the original site where Franklin published the most successful newspaper in the colonies, The Pennsylvania Gazette. 320 Market St. Philadelphia, PA 19106 215-965-2305 www.nps.gov/inde/ index.htm

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What an honor it is to visit the place of our nation’s founding. Independence Hall is where our Founding Fathers defied the King of England and formed an independent nation. National Park Service rangers give guided tours daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Photo by K. Ciappa for Visit Philadelphia™ A Colonial re-enactor stands outside the print shop of Founding Father Benjamin Franklin, which has been re-created in Historic Philadelphia.

Benjamin Franklin Museum The entire museum is dedicated to Franklin’s legacy and contributions to society. From his personal life to his public persona, including his roles from scientist to statesman, the museum explores the life of the outspoken Founding Father. Located outside the museum is the “Ghost House.” The steel structure is an outline of Franklin’s original house and print shop. 317 Chestnut St. Philadelphia, PA 19106 215-965-2305 n p s .g ov / i n d e / planyour visit/ benjaminfranklinmuseum.htm

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Carpenters’ Hall Carpenters’ Hall was the site of the First Continental Congress (1774), where ideals and ideas were spoken with the then-moniker of traitor hanging over the heads of those in attendance. The beautiful structure was also home to Franklin’s Library Company, the American Philosophical Society, and the First and Second Banks of the United States.

Here, Ben Franklin (re-enactor Bill Roebling) guides children through the Benjamin Franklin Museum, an attraction at Philadelphia’s Independence National Historical Park. Photo by R. Kennedy for Visit Philadelphia™

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Christ Church Burial Ground Visit the cemetery where citizens were laid to rest with historic figures like Ben Franklin and medical pioneer Dr. Benjamin Rush. Not surprisingly, Franklin’s grave is the most visited in the cemetery. Fifth and Arch Streets Philadelphia, PA 19106 215-922-1695 www.christchurchphila.org The National Constitution Center

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Although “a penny saved is a penny earned,” it is a long-standing tradition to toss a penny on Ben Franklin’s grave for good luck. Franklin is buried with his wife Deborah at Christ Church Burial Ground, also the resting place of four other signers of the Declaration of Independence.

Christ Church Constructed between 1727 and 1744, Christ Church was the place of worship for many famous revolutionaries. Among the congregation were the likes of William Penn, George Washington, Ben Franklin and Betsy Ross. Ben Franklin raised money for the tower and steeple, both of which were added in 1754. The original bells that rang to announce independence from England continue to be rung once a week. 20 N. American St. Philadelphia, PA 19106 215-922-1695 www.christchurchphila.org.

The National Constitution Center uses high-tech displays, exhibits, priceless artifacts and video to provide information about the U.S. Constitution. The 160,000-squarefoot museum includes a star-shaped theater that features “Freedom Rising,” a multimedia production that utilizes film, a live actor and video on a 360-degree screen. Visitors can view one of the rare original public copies of the Constitution as well as an original copy of the Bill of Rights. Signers’ Hall features life-size bronze statues of the Constitution’s signers and those who chose not to sign. 525 Arch St. Philadelphia, PA 19106 215-409-6700 www.constitutioncenter.org The Franklin Institute The Franklin Institute opened in 1824 to honor the inventiveness of Ben Franklin. It was moved from its original home in Independence Hall in 1934. The hands-on science mu-

seum is a favorite of adults and children. The museum’s rotunda houses the Benjamin Franklin National Memorial, with a 20-foot-tall marble statue. 222 N. 20th St. Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-448-1200 www.fi.edu Franklin Square

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In June 2014, The Franklin Institute opened the doors to its 53,000-square-foot Nicholas and Athena Karabots Pavilion. The centerpiece of the dazzling three-story addition is the 8,500-squarefoot exhibit Your Brain, featuring an unprecedented collection of interactive, high-tech exhibitions. The expansion also features a rain garden and a larger, climate-controlled traveling exhibition space for limited engagements.

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Franklin Square is one The Franklin Institute, the oldest organization in the United of the city’s five original States devoted to the study and promotion of mechanical arts and applied sciences, houses an interactive museum of science public squares laid out by and technology. William Penn. Originally ferent purposes over the years, innamed North East Publick Square, the site was renamed to cluding a military parade ground and honor Ben Franklin in 1825. Though cattle pasture, today the square is a the area has been used for many dif- place for families to gather.

The park’s centerpiece is the 1838 marble fountain, but a mini-golf course, a carousel and an eatery, all share the square. One of my favorite destinations at Franklin Square is the Storytelling Bench, where visitors learn about the history of square by Once Upon A Nation storytellers. During the holidays, Franklin Square is the place to be for the Electrical Spectacle Holiday Light Show, shown for free at nighttime. 200 N. Sixth St. Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-629-4026 http://historicphiladelphia.org/franklinsquare/what-to-see/

Photo by M. Kennedy for Visit Philadelphia™ Philip Clark and son Michael (age 3) take a ride on the Philadelphia Park Liberty Carousel at the city’s revitalized Franklin Square. Run by Once Upon A Nation, the new Historic Philadelphia landmark is also home to a miniature golf course and two playgrounds.

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hese are just a few destinations with a Franklin connection. His contributions far exceed those covered in this article. For more information on Franklin’s Philadelphia, log on to www.visitphilly. com. Benjamin Franklin died on April 17, 1790, at the age of 84. Approximately 20,000 people attended his

funeral. It’s ironic that the teenage runaway, who arrived in Philadelphia with nothing but his wits, was to become one of the most celebrated historical figures of all time. Biographer Carl Van Doren wrote, “No other town burying its great man, ever buried more of itself than Philadelphia with Franklin.” By Wendy Royal

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May 16. Arts Alive. The 15th annual adjudicated artisan

and crafter event will feature more than 100 juried exhibitors displaying their wares. There will also be original music acts, live alpacas, a food court and wine-tasting area and trolley transportation. Downtown Quakertown. 215-5362273, www.visitbuckscounty.com

May 25. Montage Mountain Water Park Opening Day.

The park offers water slides, a wave pool, a lazy river, a mini pool and play area for young children, electric bumper boats, miniature golf, a zip wire thrill ride and other attractions. Montage Mountain Water Park, Scranton. www. montageisback.com

May 16-17. Scranton Celtic Festival. The family-oriented event will feature live bands, vendors and activities for children. Montage Mountain Water Park, Scranton. www.montageisback.com, www.scrantoncelticfest.com

May 29. Performance: The Lettermen. Reserved seating. Penn’s Peak, Jim Thorpe. 866-605-PEAK, www.pennspeak.com, 5/29/15

May 16-17. Tile Festival. The 17th annual event will

Corner Harmony. 8pm. Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www. kimmelcenter.org

feature more than 50 artists, dealers and collectors. A free tour of the Tile Works - a working history museum - is included, and rare handcrafted tiles will be for sale. Adm. Moravian Pottery and Tile Works, Doylestown. 215-3486098, www.visitbuckscounty.com

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Performance: Philadelphia Young Artists Orchestra. The conductor will be Rosalind Erwin. 3pm. Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org

May 17, 24. Fifth Annual Spring Winery Tour. The

two-part self-guided tour will highlight nine unique familyowned wineries along the Bucks County Wine Trail. Bucks County. www.visitbuckscounty.com

May 20-Jun 14. Performance: The Lion King. Academy of Music, Philadelphia. 215-893-1999, www.kimmelcenter.org/events May 22-25. 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, entertainers and more than two dozen food vendors. Allentown Fairgrounds, Allentown. 610-4376900, www.mayfairfestival.org May 23. St. Ubaldo Day & The Race of the Saints. The

colorful and enthusiastic celebration features three Saints’ statues, St. Ubaldo, St. George and St. Anthony, that are placed atop two connected octagonal wooden prisms and carried through town. Jessup. www.stubaldoday.com

May 23. Wildwater Kingdom Opening Day. Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom, Allentown. 610-395-3724, www.dorneypark.com May 23-24. Shawnee Celtic Festival. Attendees will

enjoy the sights and sounds of the Emerald Isle and Scottish Highlands with live music, a bagpipers’ parade, Irish step dancers, a petting zoo and more. Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, East Stroudsburg. 570-421-7231, www. shawneemt.com

May 30. Performance: Jerry Blavat: Salute to Street

May 30-31. Civil War Reunion. There will be artillery demonstrations, daily battles, an opportunity to meet Union generals and ladies, exhibits, mansion tours, living history, songs and stories of the Civil War, and a Be a Soldier Enlistment for children. Pennypacker Mills, Schwenksville. 610-287-9349, www.montcopa.org/pennypackermills May 31. Performance: Philadelphia Youth Orchestra.

The conductor will be Louis Scaglione, with Michael Ludwig on violin. 3pm. Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia. 215-670-2300, www.kimmelcenter.org

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30 years ago, PA had only 3 Bald Eagle nests. Today, Pennsylvania boasts more than 250 nests. • Bald eagles build the largest nest of any North American bird. • A pair of bald eagles generally mates for life. • The bald eagle is exclusively a bird of North America. • The wingspan of a bald eagle ranges from five and a half feet to eight feet. • Bald eagles are 28 to 40 inches in length. • An eagle may weigh 8 to 12 pounds. • Female eagles are about 25 percent larger than male eagles. • Both sexes will sit on the nest and protect the eggs or young, exchanging places while the other forages for food. Info courtesy of the PA Game Commission

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ONGOING Through May 2. Sundance Arena Rodeo. There will

be bull riding, bronc riding, barrel racing, children’s events and more. First Saturday of each month. Doors open at 6pm, event at 7:30pm. Adm. Sundance Arena Rodeo, Fredonia. 724-475-2939, www.sundancearena.com

Through May 16. 16th Annual Soup Sega. The kitchen offers 14 varieties of soup, plus other ethnic specialties like pulneni chushki (stuffed peppers), gyuvech (beef stew) and banitza (strudel). Items are made from ages-old Bulgarian recipes. Saturdays. 9am-noon. Bulgarian Macedonian National Educational and Cultural Center, West Homestead. 412-461-6188, http://bmnecc.org Through May 25.

Exhibit: Sketch to Structure. How architects accumulate ideas and whittle them down by highlighting hand-drawn sketches by Lorcan O’Herlihy, pencil drawings of the Los Angeles County Hall of Records by Richard Neutra and watercolors of a client’s home by Steven Holl. Heinz Architectural Center, Carnegie Museum of Art, Pittsburgh. 412-622-3131, http://cmoa.org

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Exhibit: Antoine Catala: Feel Images. Part of the Hillman Photography Initiative, the

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display will present a new body of work in sculpture, photography and video that addresses the way that images provoke emotion. Forum Gallery, Carnegie Museum of Art, Pittsburgh. 412-622-3131, http://cmoa.org

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Kraynak's Easter Bunnylane. Guests may enjoy the first blossoms of spring with lighted trees and animated figures at work and play. Kraynak’s, Hermitage. 724-347-4511, www.Kraynaks.com

MARCH Mar 1. Performance: IUP Choir Concert. 3pm. Sutton Hall, Second Floor Gorell Recital Hall, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana. 724-357-2787, iup.edu/livelyarts

Mar 1. Maple Sugaring. Visitors will experience the process and operations of making maple sugar and learn about the process with slideshows and on-site tutorials. 2pm. Crooked Creek Environmental Learning Center, Ford City. 724-763-6316, www.crookedcreekelc.org Mar 1-Feb 28. Exhibit: Bryce Brothers. The items on display from the various Bryce eras will include a circa 1860 Tulip and Sawtooth pattern pressed covered compote and

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a prototype wine glass of the Space Needle pattern made exclusively for the 1962 Seattle World’s Fair. Mount Pleasant Glass Museum, Mount Pleasant. 724-547-5929

Mar 1-Feb 28.

Exhibit: Lenox Crystal. Mount Pleasant Glass Museum, Mount Pleasant. 724-547-5929

Mar 1-Feb 28. Exhibit: LE Smith. Articles on display

will include candy boxes, compotes, ruby souvenir glass, black glass, candlesticks, crystal glass, and more. Mount Pleasant Glass Museum, Mount Pleasant. 724-547-5929

Mar 2. Performance: Essential Graham: Martha Graham Dance Company. Presented by the Ovations! series. 8pm. Fisher Auditorium, Performing Arts Center, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana. 724-357-2787, www.iup.edu/livelyarts Mar 5-Dec 17. Armstrong County League of Arts Old Time Music. First and third Thursdays. Armstrong County League of Arts, Kittanning. www.leagueofarts.org

Mar 6-20, Apr 10-17. Skate & Dance. Skate 7-9pm,

Mar 7. Performance: Women of Ireland. World champion dancers and female musicians will present Irish dance and music in a full stage concert production. Adm. Orr Auditorium, Westminster College, New Wilmington. 724946-7354, www.westminster.edu/celebrity Mar 7. Spring Coin Show. Coins, currency, tokens and numismatic materials are on display at more than 36 tables, and attendees may buy, sell, trade and chat with coin dealers. The Coins 4 Kids program will be offered. Free adm and parking. S&T Bank Arena, Indiana. 724-254-2471, www.whitetownship.org/rec Mar 7. Safe Day - The Arc of Indiana County. Indiana Mall, Indiana. 724-463-0794, www.indianamallpa.com Mar 7. Armstrong County League of Arts Spaghetti Dinner. 4-7pm. Armstrong County League of Arts, Kittanning. 724-763-1722, www.leagueofarts.org Mar 7-May 30. Live Music. Saturdays. The Commons Pub and Grill, Franklin. www.thecommonsatfranklin.com

dance 9-11pm. Fridays. Adm. Mon View Roller Rink, Greensboro. 724-852-5323, www.co.greene.pa.us

Mar 6-15. Performance: Disney's Peter Pan Jr. The modern version will tell the timeless tale about a boy who wouldn’t grow up. Augustine Auditorium, New Castle Playhouse, New Castle. www.newcastleplayhouse.org Mar 7. Celebration of Chocolate. There will be hourly live demonstrations, a chocolate fountain, a children’s area, competitions, shopping, sampling and, of course, chocolate. Regional Learning Alliance, Cranberry Township. 724234-4619, www.visitbutlercounty.com

Mar 7. Trout Stocking. In addition to the preseason trout

stocking, the event will include shopping and treats for children. Noon. Neshannock Creek, Volant. 724-533-5611

Mar 7. Pancake Feast. Pancakes and sausages will be among the food offerings. 10am-5pm. Volant Fire Company, Volant. 724-533-5611

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Mar 8. Charter Day. The statewide event will celebrate Pennsylvaniaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s birthday with free admission. Drake Well Museum, Titusville. 814-827-2797, www.drakewell.org Mar 11. WestPACS Spring Job Fair. The largest job fair in the Pittsburgh region for college students and alumni was established in 1988. Monroeville Convention Center, Monroeville. 412-373-7300, www.westpacs.org

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Mar 12. Performance: Abba Mania. Presented by Elko Concerts. Adm. Palace Theatre, Greensburg. 724-8368000, www.thepalacetheatre.org, Mar 13-15. Pittsburgh Golf Show. Large presentation

of golf equipment, apparel and accessories, information about nearly 100 local and national golf resorts, ball striking activities and competitions, stage presentations, celebrity appearances and more. Monroeville Convention Center, Monroeville. http://northcoastgolfshows.com/shows/pittsburgh

Mar 13-15. Indiana Armstrong Builders Association Home Show. 135+ booths with 90 exhibitors will display ideas on home improvement. Free parking. S&T Bank Arena, Indiana. 724-349-2327, whitetownship.org/rec Mar 14. St. Patrick's Day Parade. www.downtownindiana.org

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Mar 14-Jul 6. Exhibit: Visiting Van Gogh. Rare opportunity to experience up-close Van Goghâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Still Life and Basket of Apples, as well as Le Moulin de la Galette, painted during the artistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time in Paris. Wheat Fields After the Rain, one of his last works, is also included. Gallery One, Carnegie Museum of Art, Pittsburgh. http://cmoa.org

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Mar 14-15. Merrick Appraisal Fair. Adults may have a limit of five items appraised in the categories of general antiques, glass, china, dolls, pottery, art, jewelry and books. Fee per item. Merrick Art Gallery, New Brighton. 724-8461130, www.merrickartgallery.org

Mar 14-15. Irish Soup & Artisan Cheeses. Guests may sample Irish potato soup, artisan cheeses and wine for free. Port samples, as well as ice wine paired with ice wine dessert. Conneaut Cellars Winery, Conneaut Lake. www.conneautcellarswinery.com

Mar 20-22. C.A.M.P. Coins & More Productions. 100 dealers from around the country will be on site to buy, sell and trade coins, bullion, paper money, tokens and medals. Free appraisals. No sales tax on coins and bullion in PA. Monroeville Convention Center, Monroeville. sarosicoinshows.com

Mar 14-15, May 14-15. Pony Farm Trap & Gun Club Gun Show. Pony Farm Trap and Gun Club, Kittanning. 724-548-4450

Mar 20-29. Performance: A Year With Frog & Toad.

Mar 18. Performance: Vienna Boys Choir. 8pm. Fisher Auditorium, Performing Arts Center, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana. www.iup.edu/livelyarts Mar 19-Apr 16. Exhibit: Name Is the Surface. Sutton Hall, First Floor University Museum, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana. www.iup.edu/livelyarts

Mar 20-22. Greater Pittsburgh Arts & Crafts Spring

Fever Festival. 180+ booths of quality arts and crafts will offer a wide range of items. Monroeville Convention Center, Monroeville. 412-373-7300, www.familyfestivals.com

The family-friendly musical tells a story of a friendship that endures, weathering all seasons. Academy Theatre, Meadville. 814-337-8000, www.theacademytheatre.org

Mar 21. Times Home & Garden Show. Exhibitors, prizes,

speakers, clinics and workshops. Adm. 9am-4pm. Athletics and Events Center, Community College of Beaver County, Monaca. 724-775-3200 www.timesonline.com/shows

Mar 21. Performance: Bach & Beyond. 7pm. Sutton Hall, Second Floor Gorell Recital Hall, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana. 724-357-2787, iup.edu/livelyarts Mar 21. Family Fun Fest. Crafts, projects and entertainment. Indiana Mall, Indiana. www.indianamallpa.com whereandwhen.com / 2015 W&W spring / 73 /

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Mar 21. Annual Easter Factory Tour. Visitors may tour

the factory, see chocolates being made and enjoy a free sample, register to win prizes and visit with the Easter Bunny and friends. 9am-4pm. Philadelphia Candies, Hermitage. 724-981-6341, www.phillyc.com

Mar 21, Apr 18, & May 16. Vecherinkas - Balkan Dance Parties. Folk dance experts will offer lessons during the first hour. 7:30-11:30pm. Adm. Bulgarian Macedonian National Educational and Cultural Center, West Homestead. 412-461-6188, http://bmnecc.org Mar 21-22, 25-29

Pennsylvania Maple Festival. Tree-tapping and maple production processes and will be able to sample maple syrup on a stack of pancakes. No adm. Festival Grounds, Meyersdale. pamaplefestival.com

Mar 22. Swizzle Stick Day. Tour the factory, see how

chocolate is made, view the family of solid chocolate rabbits and a 700-pound chocolate bunny, meet the Easter Bunny and others, and enjoy free chocolate samples and bunny ears. Daffinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Factory, Farrell. http://daffins.com

Mar 23. Performance: Simply Sinatra. The concert will

feature Steve Lippia and a 10-piece big band. 7:30pm. Adm. Auditorium, Beaver Falls Middle School, Beaver Falls. 724843-2941, www.bvcommunitycollege.org

Mar 24. Charter Day Convocation. Waynesburg University will celebrate the anniversary of its charter by the commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Roberts Chapel, Waynesburg University, Waynesburg. waynesburg.edu Mar 26.

Performance: Tango y Mysterio: Pablo Ziegler Quartet for New Tango. Presented by the Ovations! series. 8pm. Sutton Hall, Second Floor Gorell

Recital Hall, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana. 724-357-2787, www.iup.edu/livelyarts

Mar 27-29. Showbiz National Talent Competition. The event will focus on competitive dance. Monroeville Convention Center, Monroeville. www.showbiztalent.com Mar 27-Apr 4. Bunny Trolley. Attendees will hunt for eggs and ride the trolley to a visit with the Easter Bunny. 10am-5pm. Adm. Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, Washington. 724-228-9256, www.pa-trolley.org March 28-29. 38th Annual Maple Syrup Festival. Featuring all-you-can-eat buttermilk and buckwheat pancakes with 100 percent pure maple syrup, Mountain Men encampments, handmade crafts, pony rides, entertainment and more. 8:30am-4:30pm. Cost for breakfast. Free adm and parking. Lodge, Bradys Run Park, Beaver Falls. 724-378-1701, www.beavercountyconservationdistrict.org Mar 28-29. Maple Syrup Festival Open House. The

restored one-room schoolhouse, built in 1844, is a fine example of the rural one-room schoolhouse era. Richmond Little Red Schoolhouse, Beaver. www.brightontwp.org

Mar 28. Performance: An Evening of Dance & Percussion. 7pm. Fisher Auditorium, Performing Arts Center, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana. 724357-2787, www.iup.edu/livelyarts Mar 28. Easter Egg Hunt/Skate. In addition to the egg

hunt and roller skating, the event will include a pre-decorated Easter basket contest and a performance by a magician. 1-4pm. Adm. Mon View Roller Rink, Greensboro. 724852-5325, www.co.greene.pa.us

Mar 28. Greene County Historical Museum Dinner and Dance. 6-10pm. Adm. Pennsylvania Armory National Guard Readiness Center, Waynesburg. 724-627-3204, www.greenecountyhistory.com Mar 28. Performance: Showtime. Presented by Blairsville Underground Railroad, the program will be a review of local talent. Auditorium, Blairsville High School, Blairsville. 724-459-5779 Mar 28. Peter Cottontail Express. Travel through Oil

Creek State Park. Peter Cottontail will give each child a small gift. Arrive by 12:30pm for boarding. Departure at 1pm. Res. required. Oil Creek and Titusville Railroad, Perry Street Station, Titusville. 814-676-1733, www.octrr.org

Mar 28. Easter Egg Hunt. Festivities will include the egg

hunt, breakfast and pictures with the Easter Bunny, storytelling, old-fashioned games, face painting and more. Volant. 724-533-5611, www.volantshops.com

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Mar 31. Performance: IUP String Ensemble Concert. 8pm. Sutton Hall, Second Floor Gorell Recital Hall, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana. 724-357-2787, www. iup.edu/livelyarts

APRIL Apr 3. 59th Annual Good Friday Breakfast. David A. R. White will be the guest speaker. Adm. Rustic Lodge, Indiana. www.icymca.org

Apr 4-5. Western PA Kennel Club Dog Show. The

complete dog show will result in a Best in Show award. A separate dog show will be held on Sunday, with a different judge judging each breed. Doors open at 7am. Judging begins at 9am. Best in Show judging is at 5pm. Monroeville Convention Center, Monroeville. www.wpka-inc.org

Apr 4. Fool's Run 10K & 5K Run/Walk. S&T Bank Arena, Indiana. www.indianaroadrunners.com Apr 4. Easter Egg Hunt. Silver Canoe Campground, Rural Valley. www.silvercanoecampground.com Apr 7-May 2.

Exhibit: The University Goes Downtown. Artists Hand Gallery, Indiana. 724-357-2787, www.iup.edu/livelyarts

Apr 9. Performance: Jones-Maruri Duo. Presented by

the Ovations! series. 8pm. Sutton Hall, Second Floor Gorell Recital Hall, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana. 724-357-2787, www.iup.edu/livelyarts

Apr 10-12. Seventh Annual Spirit Quest Film Festival.

Apr 11. South Side Historical Village - Opening Day. The working village will include a restored 1874 one-room schoolhouse, blacksmith shop, outdoor brick oven, log cabin, two-room doctorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office, 1858 bank barn, a general store and a covered bridge. Demonstrations and more. Tours by appt. 11am-3pm. Hookstown Fairgrounds, Hookstown. 724-899-4165, www.sshva.wordpress.com Apr 11-12. Asbury Woods Maple Festival. In addition to

maple syrup making, the event will offer historical tours, arts and crafts, maple-flavored foods and music. 11am4pm. Asbury Woods Nature Center, Erie. 814-835-5356, www.asburywoods.org

Apr 12. Beaver County Spring Model Train Show. Tri-

state vendors, and all scales will be represented. Modular layout, food, drawings, a clubhouse tour and more. 10am3pm. Adm. Center Stage, Monaca. 724-843-3783

Apr 14.

Performance: Guest Artist Recital: Brent Shires, Horn. 8pm. Sutton Hall, Second Floor Gorell Recital Hall, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana. 724-3572787, www.iup.edu/livelyarts

Apr 16-19. Performance: Into the Woods. Presented by Theater by the Grove. Fisher Auditorium, Performing Arts Center, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana. 724-357-2787, www.iup.edu/livelyarts

Apr 17. Wheel-In Campground Open For Season. Wheel-In Campground, Shelocta. 724-354-3693, www. wheelincampground.net Apr 18. Meet & Greet Bonfire. 8pm. Silver Canoe Campground, Rural Valley. silvercanoecampground.com

The event will celebrate inspirational and thought-provoking independent films from around the world. Bayfront Convention Center, Erie. www.spiritquestfilmfest.com

Apr 10. Public Reception for the Exhibition of The University Museum Goes Downtown. 6pm. Artists Hand Gallery, Indiana. 724-357-2787, www.iup.edu/livelyarts Apr 10-25. Performance: The Girl With the Golden Locks. Agent Gold must face dwarves, witches, porridge, magic beans, giants and double agents in order to save the kingdom from the Three Bears. Meadville Community Theatre, Meadville. 814-333-1773, www.mctbackstage.com Performance: Vanya, Sonia, Masha & Spike. The comedy highlights middle-aged siblings Vanya and Sonia, who share a home in Bucks County, Pa., where they bicker and complain about the circumstances of their lives. Annex Theatre, New Castle Playhouse, New Castle. 724-654-3437, www.newcastleplayhouse.org

Apr 11. Penn State Master Gardener Spring Seminar.

Individuals may register at the Greene County Cooperative Extension office, 26 W. High St., Waynesburg. The seminar will be held in the 4-H Building. 8:30am-noon. Greene County Fairgrounds, Waynesburg. extension.psu.edu/greene

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Antique & Glass Show & Sale 40thAnnual

Sponsored by the National Duncan Glass Society

July 18 19 10am - 4pm

Featuring Genuine Duncan Glass and Glass from all periods and Manufacturers National and Regional Porcelain, Pottery and General Antiques. Dealers from 7 States

Washington County Fair & Expo Center, 2151 N. Main Street, Washington, PA jonepoch@comcast.net l 724.678.6627 l www.DuncanMiller.net

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Apr 18. Erie Microbrew Fest. More than 20 regional microbreweries will offer their finest products. 1-4pm and 5-8pm. The Brewerie at Union Station, Erie. 814-864-3001, www.wqln.org/brewfest

Apr 23. Performance: Hoodlebug Brass Concert. 8pm. Sutton Hall, Second Floor Gorell Recital Hall, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana. www.iup.edu/livelyarts

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Apr 23-24. ACMH Hospital Auxiliary Book Fair. ACMH Hospital, Kittanning. 724-543-8850, http://acmh.org

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Apr 24. Performance: IUP Bands: Concert & Symphony Bands. 7:30pm. Fisher Auditorium, Performing Arts Center, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana. 724-357-2787, www.iup.edu/livelyarts

Hammer-In. Blacksmithing demonstrations, tours of the foundry, and a 1pm auction. Lunch will be available. W.A. Young & Sons Foundry & Machine Shop, Rices Landing. 724-774-6757, www.paaba.net Alive Since 1965! Annual Wine Festival. In conjunction with the Hoyt Center’s 50th anniversary, the theme of the annual event will take guests back to 1965 for a Motown celebration. A selection of fine wines and hors d’oeuvres will be offered. Hoyt Center for the Arts, New Castle. 724-652-2882, www.hoytartcenter.org

Apr 18. Earth Day Dash 5K/15K. This is the fifth year for the race. Participants who are registered by Mar 18 will receive a special five-year event shirt. 9am. Fee. Roaring Run Watershed, Apollo. www.roaringrun.org

Apr 18. 10th Annual Fundraising Dinner. The event will

feature a huge gift basket silent auction. Retreat House Dining Room, St. Emma Monastery, Greensburg. 724-8343060, www.stemma.org

Apr 19. Seasonal Land Series: Spring Song. Guests

may join Barbara O’Donnell, HM, and Frank Romeo in exploring Villa grounds as God’s gift. There will be presentations, discussion, time for personal reflection and ritual, and land tours if the weather permits. Villa Maria Community Center, Villa Maria. www.vmesc.org

Apr 20.

Performance: Horn Choir Concert. 8pm. Sutton Hall, Second Floor Gorell Recital Hall, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana. www.iup.edu/livelyarts

Apr 20-May 1. Kaleidoscope Arts Festival. The event will showcase the best of Slippery Rock University’s dance, music, theater and visual arts. Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock. 724-738-4586, www.sru.edu Apr 21. Performance: IUP Bands in Concert: Percussion Ensemble. 8pm. Sutton Hall, Second Floor Gorell Recital Hall, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana. 724-357-2787, www.iup.edu/livelyarts / 76 /

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Apr 24. Bowl for Kids. Teams of five may compete. The

event benefits the Indiana County YMCA’s Big Hearts Little Hands program. Mohawk Lanes, Indiana. www.icymca.org

Apr 24-25. Brewski Festival. Guests will be able to enjoy the finest specialty beers from a unique selection of breweries. Adm. Seven Springs Mountain Resort, Seven Springs. www.7springs.com, www.laurelhighlands.org Apr 24-May 4. Performance: Cinderella. The magi-

cal fairy tale is reborn with the Rodgers and Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance. Academy Theatre, Meadville. www.theacademytheatre.org

Apr 25. Air Heritage Annual Pig Roast. A whole pig roasted over a charcoal fire will be served with all the fixings. Aircraft will be on display and open for touring. 3-6pm. Adm. Air Heritage Museum - Beaver County Airport, Beaver Falls. 724-843-2820, http://airheritage.org Apr 25-26. Batters Up! Beaver County Softball Tournament. The coed charity event will feature recreational and competitive brackets for teams of 10 or more players. Age 18 and up. Adm. Softball fields, Bradys Run Park, Beaver Falls. 724-774-6494, www.lifesteps.net Apr 25-Jul 5. Exhibit: 92nd Annual Spring Show.

The juried, regional multimedia exhibition, open to all artists living within a 250-mile radius of Erie, will represent all media and showcase current and fine artwork. Erie Art Museum, Erie. 814-459-5477, www.erieartmuseum.org

Apr 25. Performance: IUP Wind Ensemble Concert. 7:30pm. Fisher Auditorium, Performing Arts Center, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana. 724-357-2787, www.iup.edu/livelyarts

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Apr 25. Performance: Neil Berg's 100 Years of Broadway. Direct from New York, the show recreates the finest moments from the greatest musicals of the century. Adm. Orr Auditorium, Westminster College, New Wilmington. 724-946-7354, westminster.edu/celebrity Apr 25. Healthy Kids Day. Free family fun will include more than 30 vendors with games or activities, hourly events on the main floor, giveaways and prizes all day and more. Indiana County YMCA, Indiana. www.icymca.org Apr 25.

Performance: Beach Party Boys. The fun, interactive show will give audience members an opportunity to be strapped into their Little Deuce Coupes and sing loudly to push their vehicle over the finish line by the end of the show. Toss beach balls and go on stage. Arcadia Theater, Windber. 814-467-9070, www.arcadiatheater.net,.

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Apr 25. Ramp Festival. The event will include a wide variety of food offerings, including fresh ramps. Attractions will include a ramp cheese ball and ramp wine tasting, cooking demonstrations, crafters and more. 10am-6pm. A church service will take place on Sunday, April 26, at 9am. Mason-Dixon Park, Mount Morris. masondixonpark.net

MAY May 1. Performance: Cavalcade of Choirs. 8am. Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana. 724-357-2787, www. iup.edu/livelyarts May 1-2. Bluegrass Festival. Multiple bands will per-

form, and camping will be available. The public is invited. Twolick Valley Rod & Gun Club, Cherry Tree. 724-254-4649, www.facebook.com/twolickrodandgun

Apr 26. Performance: Keystone Wind Ensemble in

May 1. Armstrong County Tourist Bureau Open House. The event will kick off National Tourism Week. Armstrong County Tourist Bureau, Kittanning. 888-265-9954, www. armstrongcounty.com

Apr 28-May 3. Youth Arts Celebration. The family-

May 2-3. Beaver County History Celebration Weekend - Immigration & Migration History Tour. Various locations, Beaver County. visitbeavercounty.com

Concert. 2pm. Fisher Auditorium, Performing Arts Center, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana. 724-357-2787, www.iup.edu/livelyarts

friendly festival of the arts will showcase work by kindergarten through 12th-grade students from nine area school districts. Indiana. 724-465-2787

Apr 29.

Southwest Regional Medical Center Duck Race. All proceeds will benefit Relay for Life of Greene County. 1-3pm. Greene County Fairgrounds, Waynesburg. 724-627-2623, www.southwestregionalmedical.com

Apr 30. Performance: IUP Orchestra Concert. 8pm.

Fisher Auditorium, Performing Arts Center, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana. www.iup.edu/livelyarts

May 2. Performance: IUP Bands in Concert: Jazz Band & Ensemble. 8pm. Fisher Auditorium, Performing Arts Center, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana. 724-357-2787, www.iup.edu/livelyarts May 2-3. American Cancer Society Relay for Life.

The annual event brings in thousands of dollars to fund cancer research and provide educational materials to cancer victims and their families. 8am Saturday-8am Sunday. Raider Field of Pride, Waynesburg. 724-222-6911, www. relayforlife.org May 2. Authors of Indiana County & Beyond. The sixth annual event will give an opportunity for attendees to meet and greet many regional authors. Windgate Winery, Smicksburg. www.windgatevineyards.com whereandwhen.com / 2015 W&W spring / 77 /

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May 2-3.

County Humane Society's Annual Flea Market. Indiana County Fair Grounds, Indiana. 724-3497847, www.incohumanesociety.com

May 2. Engine Start-Up Day. The steam engine that powers the replica of Drake’s engine house, as well as the nearly 100-year-old Olin engine the powers the Central Power Exhibit, will be put back into operation. Drake Well Museum, Titusville. 814-827-2797, www.drakewell.org May 2-3. May Garden Mart. There will be one-stop

shopping for anything needed for lawns and gardens. Fountain Park, Franklin. 814-437-1619, www.franklinpa.gov

May 8-17. Performance: BINGO - The Winning Musical! The musical comedy is about a group of die-hard Bingo players and friends whose lives are thrown into a tizzy when a young stranger blows through their bingo hall and makes them confront their past. The audience gets to play along for three games during each show. Mount Pleasant Twp Community Center, Hickory. 724-344-7467 May 9. Dock to Lock 5K Run/Walk. Refreshments will be provided after the race at Rices Landing Fire Hall. Registration will begin at the fire hall at 7:15am. Race at 9am. Adm. Greene River Trail, Rices Landing. 724-8525323, www.co.greene.pa.us

May 2. Crooked Creek ELC Open House. Visitors will enjoy a variety of exhibits, plant sales and an early morning nature walk and hike. 10am-3pm. Crooked Creek Environmental Learning Center, Ford City. 724-763-6316, www.crookedcreekelc.org

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May 2. Smicksburg Specialty Shops Spring Open House. 10am-5pm. Smicksburg. 814-257-0192, www. smicksburg.net

May 9.

Mud on the Mountain. The 7-mile mud run course winds its way up, down and through some of the most challenging terrain in Pennsylvania. Adm. Seven Springs Mountain Resort, Seven Springs. 800-452-2223, www.7springs.com, www.laurelhighlands.org

Annual 5K Run/Walk. ACMH Hospital, Kittanning. 724-543-8850, http://acmh.org

May 2-3. Kittanning Trout Derby. Hose, Hook & Ladder

May 9. Spring Kickoff Weekend Craft, Tractor & Outdoor Show. 10am-4pm. Silver Canoe Campground, Rural Valley. 724-783-6000, www.silvercanoecampground.com

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May 14-17. Edinboro Art & Music Festival. The event will showcase grassroots music and art in the unique spirit of Appalachian tradition. Downtown Edinboro. 814-7343777, www.edinboroartandmusic.com

May 4. Performance: Memphis. The Ovations! series

will present the Broadway musical. 8pm. Fisher Auditorium, Performing Arts Center, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana. 724-357-2787, www.iup.edu/livelyarts

May 14-17. 18th Annual Alle-Kiski-Connie Rivers Sojourn. The scenic river adventure will take participants through the beautiful Allegheny, Kiskiminetas and Conemaugh valleys. People may take part for just one day or for the whole weekend. Crooked Creek Environmental Learning Center, Ford City. 724-543-2599, www.crookedcreekelc.org, http://armstrongedutrust.org

May 7-9. PAN Spring Coin Show. More than 100 tables

May 15-17. 50th Annual Ambridge Nationality Days

Company #1 will hold the second annual event. Along the banks of the Cowanshannock Creek, near Kittanning. www.kittanningtroutderby.com Performance: For Honor and Glory. The Washington Symphony Orchestra, joined by the Tsar Lazar Choir, will perform pieces, including Rodgers’ music for Victory at Sea, Sibelius’ Finlandia, and the 1812 Overture. Trinity High School, Washington. 888-71-TICKETS, www. washsym.org

and 80 dealers will be ready to buy, sell or trade coins, paper money, tokens, medals, gold, silver and bullion. A program for children under age 18 will provide an opportunity to learn about rare coins. Monroeville Convention Center, Monroeville. 412-373-7300, www.pancoins.org

May 8-10. Flagship City International Film Festival.

Bayfront Convention Center, Erie. 814-873-2483, www. flagshipcityfilmfest.com

May 8-17. Performance: Woody Guthrie's American

Song. The exuberant musical celebration of America follows Guthrie as he travels across the United States. Meadville Community Theatre, Meadville. 814-333-1773, www.mctbackstage.com

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Movie in the Park. Hosted by Downtown Kittanning Inc. Movie starts at dusk. Kittanning Riverfront Park, Kittanning. 1-800-265-9954, www.armstrongcounty.com

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Festival. The celebration of the town’s ethnic heritage will feature food, music, entertainment, crafts and Beaver County’s Got Talent. Downtown Ambridge. 724-266-3040, www.ambridgechamberofcommerce.com

May 15. Celebrate Pittsburgh! 2015. The ethnic heritage event will feature live stage performances, an international shopping bazaar, cultural exhibits, ethnic crafts, authentic dishes from more than 30 cultures and more. Monroeville Convention Center, Monroeville. 412-3737300, www.celebratepittsburgh.org May 15-16. May Mart Flower & Craft Festival. More than 100 vendors and crafters will fill two arenas and sell unique items. S&T Bank Arena, Indiana. www.indianagardenclub.org

May 16. Cruisin' for a Cure Car Show. All makes, mod-

els, and years of cars, trucks, motorcycles, and tractors are welcome. Each registrant will receive a free event T-shirt.

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People’s Choice trophies will be awarded. Proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society and Relay for Life. Registration will start at 10:30am, and the cruise will take place from noon-4pm. Alpha Aquatic Center, Waynesburg. 724-839-7080

May 16-17. Sheep & Fiber Festival. From sheep shear-

ing to blanket weaving, the event will highlight how wool and other fibers affect Greene County. The festival will feature artisans, sheep herding demonstrations, food, and family entertainment. Greene County Fairgrounds, Waynesburg. 724-627-8119, www.sheepandfiber.com

May 16-17. Portersville Steam Show Spring Gas-Up. Highlights will include a vintage village, saw mill, cider press, gas engines and other equipment, a flea market, farm animals, train rides, children’s activities, a steam building and more. Portersville Steam Show Grounds, Portersville. 724-285-7038, www.portersvillesteamshow. org May 16.

Performance: For Michael - The Music of Michael Jackson. The event will be presented by Westmoreland Symphony Orchestra, featuring Jeans ‘n Classics. Adm. Palace Theatre, Greensburg. 724-837-1850, www.thepalacetheatre.org, www.laurelhighlands.org

May 16. MEET-U in 5. The 5-mile race will travel through scenic Oil Creek State Park. Fee. Drake Well Museum, Titusville. 814-827-2797, www.drakewell.org May 16-17.

Spring Garden Party & Tea Party. The relaxing day on Main Street will offer opportunities to preview gardening ideas for indoor and outdoor living. Individuals should make reservations for the Traveling Tea. Volant. 724-533-5611, www.volantshops.com

May 16. Eat-Play-Ride Armstrong Trail. The trail ride/ walk will feature food along the way, including a barbecue lunch in Templeton and ice cream in East Brady. East Brady. 412-759-9152 May 17.

Women & Wine. The ladies-only event will feature wine tasting, shopping, food and entertainment. Adm. Christian W. Klay Winery, Chalk Hill. 724-439-3424, http://cwklaywinery.com, www.laurelhighlands.org

May 20. Performance: The Art of Music With Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. The program, led by resident conductor Fawzi Haimor, will feature the music of Mendelssohn, Tchaikovsky, Respighi and Stravinsky. Scottish Rite Cathedral, New Castle. 800-743-8650, www. cathedralnewcastle.com, www.pittsburghsymphony.org May 20-Sep 16. Kit-Han-Ne Car Cruise. The event is an antique, classic, hot rod and motocycle show. Third Wednesday of each month. If rain, cruise moves to the fourth Wednesday. 4-8pm. Cadet Restaurant, Kittanning. 724-664-1022, www.kithannecarclub.com May 22-24. Seventh Annual Troika Russian Festival.

Highlights will include authentic Russian food, an ice bar and live folk entertainment. Free adm and parking. Church

of the Nativity of Christ, Erie. 814-602-5399, 814-459-8515, www.churchofthenativity.net

May 22-23. Kumite Classic - FAST Expo. The FAST (Fitness and Sports Tour) event is dedicated to health, wellness, sports performance, strength conditioning and martial arts. Monroeville Convention Center, Monroeville. 412-373-7300, www.kumiteclassic.com

May 22-25. Outdoor Extravaganza. The weekend will be full of outdoor activities, fun workshops and evening entertainment, with meals and camping as available options. Breakneck Campground, Portersville. 724-5265407, www.outdoorextravaganza.org May 23.

Delaney Chevrolet Westsylvania Jazz & Blues Festival. The event will include performances by many jazz and blues acts throughout the day. IRMC Park, Indiana. http://westsylvaniajazzandblues.org/

May 23. Salute to Our Troops Expanded Car Cruise & Event. John B. Ford Memorial Park, Ford City. .fcrcp.com

May 23. Memorial Day. There will be a ventriloquist, volleyball, bingo and more. Silver Canoe Campground, Rural Valley. www.silvercanoecampground.com May 25.

Hookstown Grange Annual Memorial Day Car Cruise. Dash plaques will be given to the first 50 vehicles, and lunch will be served in the Grange Hall cafeteria. There will also be prize drawings. Noon-3pm. Hookstown Fairgrounds, Hookstown. 724-573-9044, www. hookstownfair.com

May 25. Memorial Day Parade. Parade at 10am. Memorial at 11am. Armstrong County Tourist Bureau, Kittanning. 888-265-9954, www.armstrongcounty.com May 25. Dayton Memorial Day. 11am-1pm. Dayton Area

Local History Society/Marshall House, Dayton. 814-2578846, www.daytonpa.com

May 27-30. 25th Annual Erie Wild Rib Cook-Off &

Music Festival. Numerous vendors will compete for the title of Best Ribs. There will be food, musical entertainment and family fun. Perry Square, Downtown Erie. 814-455ERIE, www.eriedowntown.com, www.erieribfest.com

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Performance: The Berenstain Bears Live! Adm. Orr Auditorium, Westminster College, New Wilmington. 724-946-7354, .westminster.edu/celebrity

May 29-31.

16th Annual Darlington Days. A polo game and tailgate party, a parade at 10am on Saturday, car cruise, local museums, live entertainment, a children’s area, a craft show, antique equipment, tractor pulls, fireworks and food. Downtown Darlington. 724-827-2132

May 29-Jun 7. Performance: The Great American

Trailer Park Christmas Musical. During holiday time at Florida’s Armadillo Acres, amnesia strikes the trailer park Scrooge, and neighborly love is put to the test. New Castle Playhouse, New Castle. newcastleplayhouse.org whereandwhen.com / 2015 W&W spring / 79 /