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Northern Region

Please consult event website before attending to confirm that event has not been canceled or postponed.

ONGOING

Through Jun 30. Seeing with Eyes Closed at Artspace. Artspace, Bloomsburg. 570-784-0737, https:// artspacebloomsburg.com

May 24, Jun 22, Jul 20, Aug 17. Full Moon Float Trip. Susquehanna Kayak & Canoe Rentals, Falls. 570-388-6107, kayaktheriver.com

May 31. Wine Tasting Train Ride. Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad, Perry Street Station, Titusville. 814-676-1733, https://octrr.org/

May 30 - Jun 2. 17th Annual NEPA Bluegrass Festival. Lazybrook Park, Tunkhannock. 570-721-2760, https:// nepabluegrass.com/index.html

JUNE

Jun 1, Jul 1, Aug 1. First Day Hike with Nature Journaling and the PA Master Naturalists. Montour Preserve, Danville. 570-850-1166, https:// montourpreserve.org

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Jun 1. Sproul 10k. Western Clinton Sportsman’s Association Clubhouse, North Bend. https://www.ultrasignup. com/register.aspx?did=106218

Jun 1, Jul 6, Aug 10. Date Night with Izzy and Isabella Cruise. Susquehanna State Park, Williamsport. 570-2200528, https://ridehiawatha.com

Jun 1. Ice Cream Social. Old Mill Village Church, New Milford. http://oldmillvillage.org

June 1-9. Annapurna. Alvina Krause Theatre, Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble, Bloomsburg. 570-784-5530, bte.org

Jun 1. Central PA Wine Festival. Bloomsburg Fairgrounds, Bloomsburg. 412-537-1251, localwineevents.com

Jun 1-2. Sawmill Herb and Fiber Festival. Sawmill Center for the Arts, Cooksburg. 814.578.9200, https://sawmill.org/festivals/

Jun 1. Wellness Day. French Azilum Historic Site, Towanda. 607-425-8858, https://thefrenchazilum.com/

Jun 1. God’s Country Marathon Race Series. Galeton High School, Galeton. https://rungcm.com/about-gods-country-marathon/

Jun 2. Outdoor Adventure Expo. Talleyrand Park, Bellefonte. https:// bellefonte.com/play/outdoor-adventure-expo/

Jun 2. Endless Mountains Spring Black Powder Scholarship Shoot. Black Walnut American Legion, Post 510, Laceyville. https://empo.us/

Jun 3, Jul 15, Aug 5. Bingo Cruise. Susquehanna State Park, Williamsport. 570-220-0528, ridehiawatha.com

Jun 5-8. Summer Book Sale at the Bloomsburg Library. Bloomsburg Public Library, Bloomsburg. https:// bloomsburgpl.org

Jun 6, 27, Jul 25, Aug 8. Wing Night Cruise. Susquehanna State Park, Williamsport. https://ridehiawatha.com

Jun 6-10. Susquehanna River North Branch Sojourn. Beginning at Eaton Township Riverfront Property, Tunkhannock; Laceyville to Hunlock Township. 570-265-1528, emheritage.org/events/

Jun 7-15. Tuesdays with Morrie. Millbrook Playhouse, Mill Hall. 5707488083, https://millbrookplayhouse.org/

Jun 7. Clinton County Raceway: Super Late Model Speedweek. 98 Racetrack Road, Mill Hall. 5707267223, http://www.clintoncountyspeedway. com/events/

Jun 7-9. 2024 Forest County Bigfoot Festival. Marienville. 814.578.9200, www.forestcountybigfootfestival.com/

Jun 8. Renovo ATV Cruise for a Cure. Flaming Foliage Lot, Renovo. www. eventbrite.com/e/renovo-atv-cruisefor-a-cure-2024-tickets-729834222807?

Jun 8. Clinton County Raceway: Reaper Series Keystone Karting Nationals. 98 Racetrack Road, Mill Hall. 5707267223, http://www.clintoncountyspeedway.com/events/

Jun 8, Aug 23. Wine & Cheese Float. Endless Mountain Outfitters, Sugar Run. 570-746-9140, emo444.com

Jun 8, Aug 16. Murder Mystery Cruise. Susquehanna State Park, Williamsport. ridehiawatha.com

Jun 8. Williamsport Soap Box Derby. Throughout, Williamsport. www.soapboxderby.org/williamsport.aspx

Jun 8. Black Powder Rendezvous. Old Mill Village Museum, New Milford. 570-465-3448, http://oldmillvillage.org

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Jun 8. Hayfield Outdoor Antiques Sale. Myers Antiques, Monroe Twp. 570-836-1582

June 8-9. 20th French and Indian War Encampment. Sawmill Center for the Arts, Cooksburg. 814.578.9200, https://sawmill.org/festivals/

Jun 9. Afternoon Tea Cruise. Susquehanna State Park, Williamsport. 570220-0528, https://ridehiawatha.com

Jun 10-Jul 19. "Train of Thought" The Exchange Gallery, Bloomsburg. 570-317-2596, https://exchangearts.org

Jun 11, Jul 9, Jul 16, Aug 6, Aug 27. Kid’s Night Cruise. Susquehanna State Park, Williamsport. 570-220-0528, https://ridehiawatha.com

Jun 12. Bloomsburg Food Cupboard

Filling Bellies 5k Run, Walk & Festival. The Farm in Bloom, Bloomsburg. 570-784-0801

Jun 13, 19, 25. Zoo Camp. Clyde Peeling’s Reptiland, Allenwood. 570538-1869, https://reptiland.com

Jun 13, Jul 11, Jul 18. Craft Beer Cruise. Susquehanna State Park, Williamsport. https://ridehiawatha.com

Bellefonte Arts & Cra s Fair -Historic Bellefonte Inc.

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Jun 13-15. International Harvester Red Power Showdown. Bloomsburg Fair Grounds, Bloomsburg. 570-5227038, https://ihcc17.com

Jun 14. Clinton County Raceway: Limited Lates, Old Skool Vintage Racers, 270s & 4cyls. 98 Racetrack Road, Mill Hall. 5707267223, www.clintoncountyspeedway.com

Jun 14. Clinton County Raceway: RaceSaver Sprints, Pro Stocks, 270s & 4cyls Nittany 40. Mill Hall.www.clintoncountyspeedway.com

Jun 14, Jul 5, Aug 31. Cider & Cheese Paddle. Endless Mountain Outfitters, Sugar Run. 570-746-9140, emo444.com

Jun 14-16, Jun 20-23. The Prom. Community Theatre League, Williamsport. 570-327-1720, cltshows.com

Jun 14-16. Bill’s 85th Birthday Bash. Bill’s Old Bike Barn, Bloomsburg. 570759-7030, https://billsbikebarn.com

Jun 14-15. 35th Historic Bellefonte Cruise. Downtown, Bellefonte. https:// www.bellefontecruise.org/

Jun 15. Pop Up Kitchen & Marketplace. 1002 Pine Glen Road, Karthaus. 814-429-3663

Jun 15. Forks & Corks. Falling Waters Campground, Shunk. 570-924-3427, fallingwaterscampground.com

Jun 15. Father’s Day Celebration at Salt Springs. Salt Springs State Park, Montrose. friendsofsaltspringspark.org

Jun 15-16. Forksville PowWow. Sullivan County Fairgrounds, Forksville. facebook. com/profile.php?id=100083144268334

Jun 15. Fishing Derby & Dairy Parade. Downtown & Kast’s Pond, Dushore. https://dushore.com/

Jun 16. Father’s Day Brunch Cruise. Susquehanna State Park, Williamsport. https://ridehiawatha.com

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Jun 21-23. Dino Days at Clyde Peel ing’s Reptiland. Clyde Peeling’s Reptiland, Allenwood. 570-538-1869, https://reptiland.com

Jun 17-22. Ridgway’s Fireman’s Carnival. Ridgway Fire Dept., Ridgway. 814.578.9200, ridgwayfiredept.com/

Jun 18-22. Sentimental Journey FlyIn. Piper Aviation Museum, Lock Haven. sentimentaljourneyfly-in.com/

Jun 18, Jul 23. Princess Party Cruise. Susquehanna State Park, Williamsport. 570-220-0528, ridehiawatha.com

Jun 18. Perry D’Andrea: Perry Sings Sinatra. Bromeley Family Theater, Bradford. https://www.upb.pitt.edu/ life-at-pitt-bradford/pitt-bradford-arts/ bromeley-family-theater

Jun 20-22. Smoked Country Jam. Quiet Oaks Campground, Cross Fork. https://smokedcountryjam.com/

Jun 21-Jul 6. Don’t Dress for Dinner. Millbrook Playhouse, Mill Hall. 5707488083, https://millbrookplayhouse.org/

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Jun 21-22. Billtown Blues Festival. Lycoming County Fairgrounds, Hughes ville. https://www.billtownblues.org

Jun 21-23. Taste of Fair. County Fairgrounds, Smethport. face book.com/McKeanCountyFair

Jun 22. Wilder’s Best Fest. Museum, Irvine. https://www.warren history.org/Wilder%20Museum/wilder_ museum.html

Jun 22-23. Art in the Wilds. green Park, Kane. https://www.art inthewilds.org/

Jun 22. Tunkhannock Founder’s Day. Downtown, Tunkhannock. https:// tunkhannockbusiness.com/

Jun 22. Bearwise Presentation. Picnic Pavilion At Lake Mokoma, Laporte. https://mokomaconservancy.org/

Jun 23. Little Loggers Trail Fest. Western Clinton Sportsmans Club, North Bend. https://ultrasignup.com/ register.aspx?did=106220

Jun 23. Relay for Life. Riverview Park, Lock Haven. https://secure.acsevents. org/site/STR?pg=entry&fr_id=107448

Jun 26, Jul 17, Aug 7. Hero Cruise. Susquehanna State Park, Williamsport. 570-220-0528, ridehiawatha.com

Jun 26-30. Remington Ryde Bluegrass Festival. Grange Park, Centre Hall. (330) 388-7280, https://www.remingtonrydefestival.com We invite everyone from everywhere to come “Experience Bradford County!”

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Weekly Events

Heated Pool Dog Park 570-946-9971

307 Pioneer Trail, Muncy Valley, PA (Near Ricketts Glen & Worlds End State Park)

less Mountain Outfitters, Sugar Run. 570-265-1528, emheritage.org/event/ emhrs-youth-heritage-sojourn-2024/

Jun 28-29. Bands in the Bend. Good Neighbor Craft House, North Bend. https://www.goodneighborcrafthouse. com/events/bands-in-the-bend-lmbrm

Jun 28-Jul 21. Ekphrastic Poetry and Art Exhibit. Station Gallery, Lock Haven. stationgalleryccac.org/exhibit-schedule

Jun 29-30. Cross Fork Snake Hunt. Kettle Creek Hose Fire Co., Cross Fork. facebook.com/ groups/180496081001923/events

Jun 29. Independence Party at Salt Springs. Salt Springs State Park, Montrose. friendsofsaltspringspark.org

2 Days of Family Fun, Food, Books Everything!

(Fri & Sat) 9am - 4pm on the Village Green in scenic Montrose, PA Pancake Breakfast - 8am - 10:30am both days www.montrosepablueberryfestival.org

ADMISSION

Jun 29. Hello Summer Party. Deep Roots Hard Cider, Sugar Run. 570-7463222, deeprootshardcider.com

Jun 29. The Wizard of Oz Day. Old Mill Village Museum, New Milford. 570465-3448, oldmillvillage.org

Jun 29, Jul 27, Aug 31. Komodo Dragon Feeding. Clyde Peeling’s Reptiland, Allenwood. 570-538-1869, https://reptiland.com

Jun 29. A Beginner’s Guide To The Sport Of Fly Fishing. Mokoma Conservancy, Laporte. https://mokomaconservancy.org/

Jun 29 - Jul 6. Festival In The Park. Barclay Square, Punxsutawney. 814-9387700, x2, https://punxsutawney.com

Jun 30. Ironman 70.3. Happy Valley, Howard. https://www.ironman.com/ im703-pennsylvania

Funded in part by the Susquehanna County Room Tax Fund through the Susquehanna County Promotion and Tourism Agency.

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ALLEGHENY NATIONAL FOREST

Camping, Cabins, Birding, Kayaking & Fishing

TRAIL CENTRAL MILES OF TRAILS

Hike, Bike, Mountain Bike, Backpacking or ATV

ZIPPO/CASE MUSEUM

Visit Bradford where the Zippo lighter was invented

ALLEGHENY 100 HIKING CHALLENGE, ANF WILLOW BAY TRAILHEAD

June 7-9 2024

ART IN THE WILDS

Premier Artisan Event

June 22 & 23 2024

Evergreen Park, Kane PA

SQUATCHFEST, KANE PA

July 13, 2024

KINZUA HALF MARATHON & 5K

July 27 & 28 2024

53rd MOUNT JEWETT SWEDISH FESTIVAL

August 9-11 2024

MCKEAN COUNTY FAIR, SMETHPORT PA

August 11-17 2024

1st ANNUAL SUNFLOWER FESTIVAL

Wilds Sonshine Factory

August 22-25, 2024

“One of the Top 10 Most Scenic Skywalks in the World”

(814) 465-9979 2605 Rt. 46, Smethport,

JULY

Jul 2. Warrenstock 2024. Pelligriono’s, Warren. www.wcvb.net/events

Jul 4-Aug 18. Penn Woods by RJ Designs at Artspace. Artspace Gallery, Bloomsburg. artspacebloomsburg.com

Jul 4. The Repasz Band Concert. Village Green, Eagles Mere. emfoa.org/

Jul 4-6. Warren County Fourth Of July Parade Celebration. Downtown & Betts Park, Warren. https://warrenpajuly4th.com/

Jul 5-6. Annual 4th Of July “Red Suspender Weekend”. John J. Collins Park, Galeton. www.visitpottertioga. com/event/red-suspender-weekend

Jul 6. 49th Summer Antiques Market. Village Green, Eagles Mere. https://www.facebook.com/EaglesMereGreenEvents

Jul 6. Family Fun Day. French Azilum Historic Site, Towanda. 570-996-7534, https://thefrenchazilum.com/

Jul 6-7. Bark Peelers’ Festival. Pennsylvania Lumber Museum, Ulysses. 814435-2652, http://lumbermuseum.org/

Jul 10-20. Lycoming County Fair. Lycoming County Fairgrounds, Hughesville. 570-584-2196, lycomingfair.net

Jul 10 - Aug 28. Summer Sessions Concert Series. Old Carter Barn & The Reimel Centre, Tunkhannock & Montrose. northbrancharttrail.com/nbat/

Jul 11-13. Woodward Township River Fest. Woodward Township Boat Launch, Lock Haven. https://www.facebook. com/profile.php?id=100064857511251

Jul 11-18. The Velveteen Rabbit. Alvina Krause Theatre, Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble, Bloomsburg. 570-7845530, https://bte.org

Jul 12-21. Godspell. Millbrook Playhouse, Mill Hall. 5707488083, https:// millbrookplayhouse.org/

Jul 12-14. Couples’ Retreat. Olmsted Manor Retreat Center, Ludlow. https:// www.olmstedmanor.org

Jul 12-13. Evening with a Star 2024: Jeremy Jordan. Community Theatre League, Williamsport. cltshows.com

Jul 12-14. 4-Wheel Jamboree. Bloomsburg Fairgrounds, Bloomsburg. https://4wheeljamboree.com

Jul 13. Underground Railroad. Old Mill Village Museum, New Milford. http://oldmillvillage.org

Jul 13. SquatchFest. Kane Family Drive-In, Kane. https://squatchfest.org/

Jul 13. Canton Downtown Celebration. Canton. cantonareachamberofcommerce.com

Jul 13. Community/Descendants’ Day. French Azilum Historic Site, Towanda. www.thefrenchazilum.com

Jul 16-21. Benton Rodeo. Benton Area Rodeo, Benton. 570-925-6536, https://bentonrodeo.com

Jul 18-20. Central PA Classic & Antique Auto Auction. Central PA Auto Auction, Mill Hall. www.cpaautoauction.com/annualantique-classic-auction

Jul 19-21. World War II Weekend. Berwick Test Track, Berwick. bringstuiehome.org

Pennsylvania Grand Canyon

Jul 19-20. 100 Mile Yard Sale. Weedville, Sinnemahoning. 814.765.2813, visitquehannaarea.com/yard-sale-directory

Jul 22-27. Montour Delong Fair. Montour DeLong Community Fairgrounds, Danville. montourdelongfair.com

Jul 22-27. 148th Troy Fair. Alparon County Park, Troy. 570-297-3648, https://troyfair.com/

Jul 24-27. Laporte Carnival. Laporte Park, Laporte. https://facebook.com/Laporte50

Jul 25-27. 44th Annual Allegheny Mt. Championship Rodeo. Flying W Ranch, Tionesta. https://www.facebook. com/TheFlyingW

Jul 25-28. The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical. Community Theatre League, Williamsport. 570-3271720, https://cltshows.com

Jul 26-Aug 25. Regional Juried 2D3D Exhibit. Station Gallery, Lock Haven. https://www.stationgalleryccac.org/exhibit-schedule

Jul 26-28. Rock Valley Revival Music Festival. Ridgway Carnival Grounds, Ridgway. www.rockvalleyrevival.com/

Jul 26-28. Soul Stock 2024. Depot Street Park, St. Mary’s. 814.578.9200, https://www.facebook.com/ events/932610518216035

Jul 27. July Jam. Deep Roots Hard Cider, Sugar Run. 570-746-3222, deeprootshardcider.com

Jul 27-28. The Music Man - Musical. Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570-326-2424, https://caclive.com

Jul 27-28. Wild West Town. Old Mill Village Museum, New Milford. http:// oldmillvillage.org

Jul 27-28. Kinzua Half Marathon & 5K. Kinzua Bridge State Park, Mount Jewett. https://www.facebook.com/p/KinzuaHalf-Marathon-100063861832235/

Jul 27-28. Elk Expo. Elk Country Visitor Center, Benezette. elkexpo.com/

Jul 27. Bradford Summer Wine Walk. Shops in, Bradford. https://www.facebook.com/bradfordwinewalk/

Jul 27. Kids & Cancer Benefit. Zippo Manufacturing Co., Bradford. https:// kidsandcancerbenefitrun.com/

Jul 27. Wilds Sonshine Factory 2024 Music Festival. Wild Sonshine Factory, Kane. www.wildssonshinefactory.org

Jul 27. Taste Full Event. Sullivan County Fairgrounds, Forksville. 272-2020123, sullivancountypachamber.com

Jul 28-Aug 3. Clinton County Fair. Clinton County Fairgrounds, Mill Hall. facebook.com/clintoncountyfairpa

Jul 28. Rattlesnake National EnduroAMA National Enduro Series. Quiet Oaks Campground, Cross Fork. https:// www.quietoaks.org/events

Jul 30-Aug 3. Triton Hose Co. Carnival. Triton Hose Company, Tunkhannock. 570-836-2590, tritonhoseco.com

AUGUST

Aug 1-4. Loyalsock Valley Antique Machinery Show. Showgrounds, Trout Run. www.facebook.com/LVAMAINC

Aug 2-11. Stones in his Pockets. Millbrook Playhouse, Mill Hall. 5707488083, https://millbrookplayhouse.org/

Aug 2-3. Montrose Blueberry Festival. Montrose Blueberry Festival, Montrose. montrosepablueberryfestival.com

Aug 2. Music With The Morrisons. The Oldest House, Laceyville. https:// the-oldest-house.com/

Aug 2-3. History Camp. Pennsylvania Lumber Museum, Ulysses. 814-4352652, http://lumbermuseum.org/

Aug 3. Tidioute Fun Day. Throughout, Tidoute. https://tidioute.org

Aug 3. 2024 Susquehanna Greenway Outdoor Expo. Shikellamy State Park Marina, Sunbury. 570-522-7244, https:// susquehannagreenway.org

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Aug 3. Warren County YMCA Tango Race. Warren County YMCA, Warren. https://kinzuacountrytango.com/

Aug 3. Civil War Day. French Azilum Historic Site, Towanda. 570-996-7534, https://thefrenchazilum.com/

Aug 5-10. 93rd Warren County Fair. Warren County Fairgrounds, Pittsfield. https://warrencountyfair.net/

Aug 5. KOI Drag Racing. Tioga County Fairgrounds, Wellsboro. 859576-7380,www.koidragracing.com

Aug 6-10. Elk County Fair. Elk County Fairgrounds, Kersey. facebook.com/ events/s/50th-annual-elk-county-fair/

Aug 7-11. Catawissa 250th Anniversary Celebration. Throughout, Catawissa

Aug 8-10. Festa Italiana 2024. Italian American Progressive Club, Bradford. https://www.facebook.com/profile. php?id=100063722923726

Aug 9-11. Mt Jewett Swedish Festival. Main Street, Mt. Jewett. facebook. com/mtjewettswedishfestival/

Aug 10-11. 53rd Annual Arts & Crafts Festival. Village Green, Eagles Mere.

Aug 10. Dushore Founder’s Day. Dushore Founder’s Day, Downtown Dushore. http://dushore.com

Aug 10. Wellsboro Comic Con. Multiple Venues, Wellsboro. 570-723-4263, www.wellsborocomiccon.com

Aug 11-17. 117th McKean County Fair. McKean County Fairgrounds, East Smethport. 814-887-5361, https://www. mckeancountyfair.net/

Aug 13. Grand Slam Parade. Downtown, Williamsport. 570-327-7700, https://visitlycomingcounty.com

Aug 14-25. Little League World Series. Little League Baseball Complex, South Williamsport. https://llbws.org

Aug 14-18. Tionesta Indian Festival. Tionesta Borough Park, Tionesta. facebook.com/tionestaindianfestival

Aug 22-25. 1st Annual Sunflower Festival. Wilds Sonshine Factory, Kane. wildssonshinefactory.org

Aug 22-25. Crooktop 2024 Old Time Music Festival. Crook Farm, Bradford. https://crooktop.com/wp/

Aug 23-25. Kinzua Heritage Festival. Kinzua Heritage Festival, Russell. http:// www.kinzuaheritage.org/

Aug 23. Williamsport Welcomes the World. Downtown, Williamsport. 570327-7700, visitlycomingcounty.com Aug 23-25. Cameron County Super Weekend. Throughout, Emporium. facebook.com/SuperWeekendCamCo

Aug 23-25. Kinzua Heritage Festival. Festival Grounds, Russell. http://www. kinzuaheritage.org/home.html

Aug 24. 16th Annual ArtFest. The Exchange, Bloomsburg. 570-317-2596, https://exchangearts.org

Aug 28-Sep 1. Sullivan County Fair. Sullivan County Fairgrounds, Forksville. 570-924-3205, sullivancountyfair.org

By Morgan Christopher

Ifyou’ve traveled along Interstate 80 in Pennsylvania, you probably noticed that mile marker 161 reads Bellefonte. Colloquially, locals know this exit is the one you need to take to go to State College, one of the most popular destinations for travelers in Pennsylvania thanks to academic pursuits and die-hard sports fans, just to name a few. But don’t be so quick to drive past the turn-off for the delightful town of Bellefonte - spend some time exploring this summer, and you’ll soon discover why Bellefonte merits the highway designation.

Offering visitors a blend of culture, historic architecture, relaxing pastimes, and access to recreational areas, you’ll discover that a trip to Bellefonte will make for a wonderful summer getaway. A drive through town offers a glimpse into the town’s rich history as a town where iron production during the 19th century established it as a center of commerce. The resources of Spring Creek allowed industrialists to grow this industry during the period of America’s Industrial Revolution. Today, the sites once booming during that period, like the Eagle Iron Works, have been restored to offer visitors a hands-on opportunity to learn the story.

Plan a Summer in Bellefonte

Other industries in the town (including Pennsylvania Match Factory, a leading US producer) allowed for the expansion and development of a town whose impressive architecture stands today in testament to the industrialists and workers who settled here. Bellefonte’s Historic District, an impressive part of the city featuring preserved Victorian and antebellum architecture, has the power to transport your imagination to that previous era of expansive grandeur. Time spent exploring West High Street, home to a thriving commercial district filled with boutiques, antique shops, and cozy cafés, is an opportunity to immerse yourself in this rich heritage. A visit to the Bellefonte Art Museum

The Bellefonte Art Museum is a celebration of the region’s cultural contributions.

Summer Getaway

is an opportunity to discover a blending of the contemporary world with historic influence. Discover emerging and local artists in exhibitions both permanent and changing. Time spent exploring the museum’s Underground Railroad exhibit offers an opportunity to explore the role Bellefonte, as a stop, played during this chapter of American history.

Within steps of the art museum, the Miles-Humes House, Centre County Library & Historical Museum is another significant attraction sharing the history

of Bellefonte. Visitors will discover collections and artifacts dating back to the 19th century in the buildings located at Allegheny and Howard Street. The Historical Museum is located in the MilesPotter-Humes House, a classic Georgian home sharing the stories of the county’s noted residents, as well as items from textile history and pieces reflecting everyday life.

Have some outdoor fun exploring

Photo by Anna Cook

Above: Roland Curtin Mansion, part of the Eagle Iron Works and Curtin Village.

(the former Match Factory, now on the National Historic Register of Historic Places). Nearby spots to grab a bite to eat make the park a place where you can spend the entire day discovering one fun thing after another!

two town attractions that will delight everyone in the family. Talleyrand Park is a scenic green space located along Spring Creek where one can enjoy leisurely walking trails, nostalgic bridges, and green lawns that make a great spot for a family picnic. Birds, wildlife, and fish native to the creek make it a great spot for kids to connect with nature. Close to Bellefonte’s downtown business district, the park offers visitors close access to attractions like the Visitor’s Center, which is in the historic Train Station, Bellefonte Waterfront Walk, and the American Philatelic Center

Sunnyside Paddling Park is the second outdoor attraction you’ll want to check out on a summer visit to cool off while making some family memories together. The park offers visitors an opportunity to have a kayaking adventure on the creek’s calm waters for a day spent taking in the natural beauty of Bellefonte’s relaxing environment. If you’re looking for a more active adventure on the water, stop by Tussey Mountain Outfitters and learn about the paddle trips they offer on various sections of Spring Creek or nearby Bald Eagle Creek.

Home to many bed & breakfasts and unique vacation rentals, there is no shortage of cozy accommodations when planning a visit to Bellefonte. Our Fair Lady and The Queen are two Victorian-style bed & breakfasts located along Linn Street for fans of that era while others like Reynolds Mansion, Riffles and Runs B&B, Bellefonte Bed & Breakfast, and Craftsman on Curtin St. Bed & Breakfast offer a wide variety of styles

Big Springs Spirits Match Factory is a distillery located within view of Talleyrand Park, offering visitors a dining spot known for hand-crafted foods, locally produced spirits and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

American Philatelic Society and American Philatelic Research Library is a museum and resource for visitors to learn about stamps and stamp collecting.

and experiences to consider when booking a stay. The restored Gamble Mill offers a combination of the town’s industrial history with the charm of modern amenities to offer a unique stay in the heart of the town.

There’s more to explore in both the heart of Bellefonte and within a short drive; from popular parks to distilleries and wineries for those who enjoy craft beverages, you’ll discover a wide variety of ideas to consider for your visit. From arts and history to time spent connecting with nature, family, or a special someone, Bellefonte is the place to discover some summer magic this year!

Above: Talleyrand Park along the banks of Spring Creek offers visitors proximity to Bellefonte’s charming downtown business district and is a beautiful spot to spend a leisurely summer day.

Above: Victorian architecture can be seen throughout the town, like the beautifully restored Our Fair Lady Bed and Breakfast.

Photos courtesy of The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau

The stately Bellefonte Courthouse celebrates the architectural grandeur of the past.

Southern Region

Please consult event website before attending to confirm that event has not been canceled or postponed.

ONGOING

Through Aug 3. The Confession. Bird-in-Hand Stage, Bird In Hand. (717) 768-1568, bird-in-hand.com/ stage/2024confession/

JUNE

May 24-Jun 2. 79th U.S. Women’s Open. Lancaster Country Club, Lancaster. https://uswomensopen. com/2024/2024-u-s--women-s-opentickets.html

May 29-31. Showcase For Com1st Summit Arena, Johnstown. 814-536-5107, www.showcaseforcommerce.com/

May 30-Jun 8. The Greatest Love for Mount Gretna Playhouse, Mount Gretna. www.gretnatheatre.org

May 31-Jun 2. NSRA Street Rods. York Expo Center, York. 717-852-9675, NSRA-usa.com/rods-spectators-east/

May 31 - Jun 2. 1st Summit Bank PolkaFest. Peoples Natural Gas Park, Johnstown. 800-237-8590, https://www. visitjohnstownpa.com/polkafest

Jun 1-2. Lancaster VegFest. Buchanan Park, Lancaster. pavegfest.com/

Jun 1. Foundry Day Arts & Crafts Festival. Boiling Springs, Boiling Springs. https://ybcrafts.org/events/ foundry-day-arts-crafts-festival/

Jun 2-Aug 25. Summer Music in Long’s Park. Long’s Park, Lancaster. https://www.longspark.org/summermusic-series

Jun 6-9. 50th Anniversary Celebration & Blacksmithing Conference. Peoples Natural Gas Park, Johnstown. 814-254-4817, https://abana. org/50thanniversary

June 6-9. Stony-Kiski-Conemaugh River Sojourn. Greenhouse Park, Johnstown. 814-266-4276, https://benscreekcanoeclub.com/

Jun 6-9. CVC Stony-Kiski-Conemaugh Rivers Sojourn. Sandyvale Memorial Gardens, Johnstown. https:// conemaughvalleyconservancy.com/ news-events/stony-kiski-sojourn-2024/

Jun 7-9. 33rd Annual World War II Weekend. Mid-Atlantic Air Museum, Reading. (610) 372-7333, http://www. maam.org

Jun 8. Spinstock Flow Arts Festival. Coleman Memorial Park, Lebanon.

Jun 8. Tour de Lebanon Valley. Lebanon Valley Expo Center and Fairgrounds, Lebanon. https://tourdelebanonvalley.com/

Jun 8. Art Walk. Throughout, Bedford. 814-623-0048, https://downtownbedford.com/index.html

Explore the great outdoors. Delve into our Nation’s historic past. Visit art galleries, mural parks, and makers’ studios. Enjoy our thriving culinary scene.

Whether you prefer a cozy bed and breakfast, charming campground, or a modern hotel, you’ll find it here. Plan an adventure that’s close by, but far from ordinary!

47. Visit Bucks Co. visitbuckscounty. com

countypa.com

48. Valley Forge Tourism valleyforge.org 49. Chester County’s Brandywine Valley brandywinevalley. com

50. Visit Delco, PA visitdelcopa.com

51. Visit Philly visitphilly.com

40. Destination Gettysburg destinationget tysburg.com 41. Explore York yorkpa.org 42. Discover Lancaster discoverlancaster. com 43. Visit Lebanon Valley visitlebanonvalley. com 44. Pennsylvania’s Americana Region visitpaamericana. com

33. Explore Schuylkill County schuylkill.org

26. Clinton County Visitors Bureau clintoncountyinfo. com

18. Raystown Lake Region raystown.org

10. VisitPittsburgh visitpittsburgh.com

visitcrawford.org

34. Susquehanna Co. Promotion & Tourism Agency visitsusqco.com

35. Columbia- Montour Visitors Bureau itourcolumbia montour.com

27.Visit Potter-Tioga visitpottertioga.com 28 Lycoming County Visitors Bureau visitlycomingcoun ty.com

19. Juniata River Valley jrvvisitors.com 20. Happy Valley Adventure Bureau happyvalley.com

11. Visit Washington County visitwashington countypa.com 12. Visit Greene County visitgreene.org

51. *PA Route 6 Alliance paroute6.com

36. Susquehanna River Valley Visitors Bureau visitcentralpa.org

37. Visit Hershey & Harrisburg visithersheyharris burg.org

45. Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau poconomoun tains.com

38. Cumberland Valley, PA visitcumberland valley.com

29. Bradford County Tourism visitbradfordcounty. com 30. Endless Mountains Visitors Bureau endlessmountains. org 31. Lackawanna Co. Visitors Bureau visitnepa.org

13 Laurel Highlands Visitors Bureau golaurelhighlands. com

21.Warren County Visitors Bureau wcvb.net 22. Visit Allegheny National Forest visitanf.com 23. Pennsylvania Great Outdoors visitpago.com 24.Visit Clearfield County visitclearfield county.org 14. Visit Johnstown visitjohnstownpa. com 15. Explore Altoona explorealtoona. com 16. Bedford Co. Visitors Bureau visitbedfordcoun ty.com

3. Oil Region National Heritage Area oilregion.org 4. Visit Mercer County, PA visitmercercounty pa.com 5. Visit Lawrence County visitlawrence county.com 6. Visit Beaver County visitbeavercoun ty.com 7. Butler County Tourism visitbutlercounty. com 8. Experience Armstrong County armstrongcounty. com

Jun 8. Native American Dancers. Fort Bedford Museum, Bedford. 814623-8891, https://www.fortbedfordmuseum.org/

Jun 8-9. Civil War Weekend. Old Bedford Village, Bedford. 814-6231156, https://oldbedfordvillage.com/ events/

Jun 8. Tuscarora State Park Summer Festival. Tuscarora State Park, Barnesville. facebook.com/tuscaroraSP/

Jun 9. Black Oak Ensemble. Mount Gretna Playhouse, Mount Gretna. https://gretnamusic.org/

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try Club, Johnstown. 814-242-0496, https://www.sunnehanna.org

Jun 13, Jul 18. Rock the Block. Throughout, Bedford. 814-623-0048, downtownbedford.com/events.html

Jun 14-15. Serviceberry Festival. Heartwood Nursery, Inc, Felton. 717993-5230, https://HeartwoodNurseryInc.com/serviceberry.htm

Jun 15. Distaff Day. Fort Roberdeau Historic Site, Altoona. 814-946-0048, fortroberdeau.org

Jun 15. West Reading Art on the Avenue. West Reading, West Reading. http://visitwestreading.com/

Jun 15. Big Tree Music & Art Fest. Port Royal Lions Club Park, Port Royal. (717) 953-4239, https://bigtreemusicandart.com

Jun 15. Big Tree Music & Art Fest. Port Royal Lions Club Park, Port Royal. 717-953-4239, https://bigtreemusicandart.com

Jun 15. 22nd Annual Penn-Mar Irish Festival. The Markets At Shrewsbury, Glen Rock. 717-680-1676, PennMarIrishFestival.com

Jun 16. GFNY York PA. Mural Park, York. https://pennsylvania.gfny.com/

Jun 16. Time for Tango. Mount Gretna Playhouse, Mount Gretna. https:// gretnamusic.org

Jun 20-22. Makers Spirit Event. Locations, York County. 717-852-9675, https://YorkPA.org/events/makers-spirit-event

Jun 20-29. Burt & Me. Mount Gretna Playhouse, Mount Gretna. gretnatheatre.org

Jun 20-22. Makers Spirit Event. M ultiple York County Locations, York. (717) 852-9675, https://www.yorkpa. org/events/makers-spirit-event/

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Jun 21-23. Fort Loudoun Market Fair. Fort Loudoun Historic Site, Fort Loudon. 717-816-0085, www.fortloudounpa.com

Jun 21. Make Music Day. Locations, York County. https://MakeMusicDay. org/YorkCounty

Jun 22. Traditional Cherry Fair & Early American Craft Show. Alexander Schaeffer House, Schaefferstown. 717949-2244, https://hsimuseum.org/

Jun 22-23. Wild West Weekend. Old Bedford Village, Bedford. 814-6231156, https://oldbedfordvillage.com/

Jun 28. RiverFest Weekend. Susquehanna National Heritage Area, Columbia. 717-499-5607, riverfestpa.com

Jun 28-29. Miss Pennsylvania USA & Miss Pennsylvania Teen USA. Richland Performing Arts Center, Johnstown. 513-520-1762, https://misspennsylvaniausa.com

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Jun 28-29. Renninger’s Kutztown Extravaganza. Renninger’s Antique & Farmer’s Market, Kutztown. (570) 3850104, http://www.Renningers.net/kutztown

Jun 28-29. York County BBQ Festival. Peach Bottom Township Rec Center, Delta. https://YorkCountyBBQFestival.com

Jun 29-Jul 7. 2024 Kutztown Folk Festival. Kutztown Folk Festival, Kutztown. (610) 683-1537, http://www.kutztownfestival.com

Jun 29. 18th Annual Berks Celtic Festival. Reading Liederkranz, Reading. http://www.berkscelticfest.org

Jun 29. Chamber Independence Day Fireworks Display. MCIDC Plaza, Lewistown. 717-248-6713, https://www. jrvchamber.com

Explore Schuylkill County, where your woodland escape and historic town adventures come together naturally.

JULY 13

Yuengling Stars & Stripes Summer Celebration

JULY 29-AUGUST 3

Schuylkill County Fair

AUGUST 24

Tamaqua Railfest

For these and many more events visit www.schuylkill.org

For a FREE copy of our 2023 Schuylkill County Adventure Guide call 1-800-765-7282

Jun 30. Renninger’s Adamstown Antique Extravaganaza. Renninger’s Antique Market, Denver. (717) 336-2177, http://www.renningers.net/index.php/ main-locations/adamstown/adamstown-home

JULY

Jul 4. Star Spangled 4th. Fort Roberdeau Historic Site, Altoona. 814-9460048, fortroberdeau.org

Jul 4. 4th of July Celebration and Fireworks. The Star Barn Village at Stone Gables Estate, Elizabethtown. 717-902-9791, https://stonegablesestate.com/public-events

Jul 4. Independcnce Day Celebration. Fort Bedford Park, Bedford. 814623-0048, https://downtownbedford. com/index.html

Jul 4. July4York. WellSpan Park, York. 717-801-4487, YorkRevolution.com

Jul 7. Afternoon Garden Tea. Alexander Schaeffer House, Schaefferstown. 717-949-2244, https://visitlebanonvalley.com/business/alexander-schaefferhouse-and-farm/

Jul 8-13. Mason-Dixon Fair. Delta Cardiff Volunteer Fire Co., Delta. 717456-7133, https://MasonDixonFair.org

Jul 11-20. Chess: In Concert. Mount Gretna Playhouse, Mount Gretna. https://www.gretnatheatre.org

Jul 11-14. Alum Bank Classic Weekend. Alum Bank Community Fire Company, Pleasantville. (814) 839-2490, https://www.facebook.com/p/ABCClassic-Weekend-100071456740694/

Jul 13. Snack Town Street Fair. Throughout, Hanover. 717-637-6130, https://SnackTownStreetFair.com

Jul 13-14. Napoleon Grand Tactique Weekend. Old Bedford Village, Bedford. 814-623-1156 , https://oldbedfordvillage.com/events/

Jul 13-14. Midsummer Holistic Expo. Lancaster Farm & Home Center, Lancaster. (717) 419-8796, https://www. facebook.com/MidsummerExpo

Jul 13. Yuengling Stars & Stripes Summer Celebration. Downtown, Pottsville. https://www.yuengling.com/ news/yuengling-to-celebrate-195th-anniversary-with-free-lee-brice-summerconcert/

Isett Heritage Museum

Jul 13. Hummelstown Criterium & Street Fair. Hummelstown Square, Hummelstown. 7176012009, https:// hummelstowncriterium.com/

Jul 15-18. Young Villagers Colonial Workshop. Alexander Schaeffer House, Schaefferstown. 717.866.5242, visitlebanonvalley.com/business/alexander-schaeffer-house-and-farm/

Jul 17-28. Guys & Dolls at the Lebanon Community Theatre. Lebanon Community Theatre, Stover’s Dam Park, Lebanon. 717.833.4528

Jul 19-28. York State Fair. York Expo Center, York. 717-848-2596, https:// YorkStateFair.com

Jul 20. Pioneer Day. Pioneer Tunnel Coal Mine & Steam Train, Ashland. 570875-3850 , https://pioneertunnel.com

Jul 20-27. Lebanon Area Fair. Lebanon Valley Expo Center and Fairgrounds, Lebanon. 717.273.3795

Jul 20. Isett Museum Car Cruise. Isett Museum, Huntingdon. 814-643-9600, https://isettacres.com/

Jul 21. Turtle Island Quartet. Mount Gretna Playhouse, Mount Gretna. https://gretnamusic.org

Jul 21-27. Bedford County Fair. Bedford County Fairgrounds, Bedford. 814623-9011, https://www.bedford-fair. com/

Jul 23. GODSMACK. 1st Summit Arena, Johnstown. 814-536-5156, https:// www.1stsummitarena.com

Jul 24-29. Richfield Dutch Days. Basom Memorial Park, Richfield. , https:// dutchdays.com

Jul 26-28. AmeriServ Flood City Music Festival. Peoples Natural Gas Park, Johnstown. 814-539-1889, https://www. floodcitymusic.com

Jul 27-28. WWII Encampment. Alexander Schaeffer House, Schaefferstown. 717.949.2244

Jul 27. Brandee Younger on the Harp. Mount Gretna Playhouse, Mount Gretna. https://gretnamusic.org

www.isettacres.com 11941 Stone Creek Ridge Rd, Huntingdon, PA

Jul 29-Aug 4. Annual AAABA Tournament. Sargent’s Stadium at The Point, Johnstown. http://aaabajohnstown.org

Jul 29 - Aug 3. Schuylkill County Fair. Schuylkill County Fairgrounds, Schuylkill Haven. https://www.schuylkillfair.com/

Jul 30 - Aug 3. Fayette Area Community Carnival. Lost Creek Community Park, McAlisterville. 717-363-7251, https://www.fayettecommunitycarnival. com/

AUGUST

Aug 1-10. Every Brilliant Thing. Mount Gretna Playhouse, Mount Gretna. https://www.gretnatheatre.org/

Aug 2-4. Middle Creek Wildlife Art Show. Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area, Stevens. (717) 733-1512, https://www.pgc.pa.gov/InformationResources/AboutUs/ContactInformation/Southeast/MiddleCreekWildlifeManagementArea/Pages/default. aspx

Aug 3-24. Model Railroading Day. Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania, Strasburg. 717-687-8628, https://www. rrmuseumpa.org/

Aug 3. Dog Days of Summer. Throughout, Bedford. 814-623-0048, https://downtownbedford.com/index. html

Aug 4-10. Mifflin County Youth Fair. Mifflin County Youth Park, Reedsville. (717) 248-9618, https://www.facebook. com/mcyouthfair

Aug 4. Sarah Cahill. Mount Gretna Playhouse, Mount Gretna. https://gretnamusic.org/

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Aug 4-10. Mifflin County Youth Fair. Mifflin County Youth Park, Reedsville. 717-248-9618, https://www.facebook. com/mcyouthfair

Aug 8-11. Rock Run ATV Summer Blast. Rock Run Recreation Park, Patton. 814-674-6026, https://www.rockrunrecreation.com

Aug 9-10. Juniata Valley Winery Anniversary Celebration. Juniata Valley Winery, Mifflin. (717) 436-5400, https:// juniatavalleywinery.com

Aug 10-11. Rev War Days. Fort Roberdeau Historic Site, Altoona. 814-9460048, fortroberdeau.org

Aug 10. Lititz Rotary Craft Show. Throughout, Lititz. https://www.lititzrotary.com/page/craft-show-faqs

Aug 10. Plena Libre. Mount Gretna Playhouse, Mount Gretna. https://gretnamusic.org

Aug 10-11. Living History Weekend. Old Bedford Village, Bedford. 814-6231156, https://oldbedfordvillage.com/ events/ Aug 16-18. Gem Miners Jubilee. Lebanon Valley Expo Center and Fairgrounds, Lebanon. 301-807-9745, https://www.gem-show.com/

Aug 17-18. 50th Annual Mt. Gretna Outdoor Art Show. Locations, Mount Gretna. 717.964.3270, https://mtgretnaarts.com/

Aug 17-18. Meet the Union Generals. Old Bedford Village, Bedford. 814-6231156, https://oldbedfordvillage.com/ events/

Aug 17-25. York Arts Week. Locations, York. 717-848-3200, https://YorkArtsWeek.com

Aug 18. CLA Car & Motorcycle Show. Downtown, Lebanon. 717-273-7215

Aug 20. ZZ TOP "The Elevation Tour" 1st Summit Arena, Johnstown. 814-5365156, https://www.1stsummitarena.com

Aug 21-25. York Fringe Festival. Throughout, York., YorkFringe.org

Aug 22-25. Great Balls of Fire. Mount Gretna Playhouse, Mount Gretna. ttps:// www.gretnatheatre.org

Aug 24. PA Cigar Box Guitar Festival. Mural Park, York. 717-846-2866, https:// Facebook.com/YorkEmporium

Aug 24. Tamaqua Railfest. Downtown, Tamaqua. htamaqua.net/railfest

Aug 25. Vox Femina in Medieval Song. Mount Gretna Playhouse, Mount Gretna. https://gretnamusic.org/

Aug 30-Sep 1. Cambria City Ethnic Festival. Downtown, Johnstown. 814535-3142, https://camcityethnicfest.wixsite.com/cambria-city-ethnic

Aug 31. Taste of Hambug-er Festival. Taste of Hambug-er Festival, Hamburg. (610) 562-3106, https://www.tasteofhamburger.com/

Aug 31-Sep 1. Log House Arts Festival. Community Arts Center of Cambria County, Johnstown. 814-255-6515, https://caccc.org/log-house-arts-festival-1

By Wendy Royal

The pastoral landscape of much of the Lebanon Valley may not convey the fact that there is a lively arts community there, but it should. Lebanon County has officially designated 2024 as the Year of the Arts. The countywide effort will celebrate all types of art with installments, artist profiles, and special events. The highlight of the Year of the Arts is the 50th Mount Gretna Outdoor Art Show, which will be held on August 17 and 18. This nationally ranked, juried art show brings artists from across the country to the shady grounds of the historic Pennsylvania Chautauqua* “The 50th Mount Gretna Out-

Photo by

Visit Lebanon Valley

the Lebanon Valley

door Art Show will honor the impact this nationally ranked event has on our region. The show will celebrate all of the cultural, artistic, educational, and performance events in our town. As we commemorate this milestone, we will recognize how the arts have created our unique sense of place in the Lebanon Val-

ley,” says art show director Kerry Royer.

In addition to the 200 juried artists, an emerging artist section, a gourmet food court, and five bands, a Kids Art Show is scheduled at the Chautauqua Playground on both days from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Children can enjoy make-and-take art activities, spin art, and more. For more information on the 50th Mt. Gretna Outdoor Art Show visit mtgretnaarts.com.

The Mt. Gretna International Film Festival (MtGIFF) will make its debut on August 18 from 12 to 3 p.m. at the historic Mount Gretna Playhouse. The inaugural event will support and celebrate emerging and established filmmakers in their shared passion for the cinematic art form. This year, only short films under 5 minutes will be featured. Attendees can view selected entries before the award ceremony announces the winners in several film genres.

Parking for the events will be at Soldiers Field on Timber Road, in Mount Gretna (the fields near the lake), and shuttle service will be available from dedicated parking compliments of WellSpan Philhaven Hospital.

This spring, a new installation was unveiled outside the Mt. Gretna Playhouse to celebrate the Year of the Arts in the Lebanon Valley. Artist and Mt. Gretna native Ryan Fretz’s majestic green Luna moth

sculpture pays homage to the insect that makes its home in the town’s trees.

The Year of the Arts will be celebrated across Lebanon County, with events and community art projects occurring throughout the year. From theater and concerts to an art walk and a music festival, a different event will be featured each month.

Visitors will enjoy two music festivals in 2024. The Original Mount Gretna Cicada Music Festival at the Mount Gretna Playhouse will be held on August 5-8 and 12-13, and the Music and Brew Fest at Coleman Park will take place in September with a date to be determined.

In November, Visit Lebanon Valley, the destination marketing organization for the county, will release a new children’s book featuring Lebanon Lilly. The second in the series, follows the adventures of the adorable Holstein and pays homage

to the agricultural heritage of the Lebanon Valley. Lebanon Lilly is the brainchild of Visit Lebanon Valley president Jennifer Kuzo, who with the help of local illustrator MJ McFalls, will once again bring Lilly to life.

“The arts are transformative with the power to inspire and connect us all,” says Kuzo, “For 2024, we seek to honor the role that art, music, and theatre play in improving the quality of life for our locals and visitors alike.”

For more information on the Lebanon Valley Year of the Arts, check out visitlebanonvalley.com

Lebanon Community Theatre

Photo credit: Visit Lebanon Valley

Photo courtesy of Visit Lebanon Valley

*Chautauquas were popular institutions that offered adult education. What began in southwestern New York in 1874 as a summer school to train Sunday school teachers, expanded to provide other kinds of education, including the arts. Summer concerts and social gatherings were a part of the residents’ experience. The Chautauqua movement peaked in the late 19th and early twentieth centuries. The Pennsylvania Chautauqua, founded in 1892, is one of just 17 Chautauquas remaining in the US.

Photo credit: Mt. Gretna Outdoor Art Show

The Music and Brew Fest in Lebanon’s Coleman Park is held each year in September

Eastern Region

Please consult event website before attending to confirm that event has not been canceled or postponed.

ONGOING

Through Jun 9. Core Sommelier Course (Spring Semester). Wine School of Philadelphia, Philadelphia. 215-965-1514, https://www.vinology. com/class/core-wine-course-springsemester/

JUNE

May 23-Jun 2. Devon Horse Show & Country Fair. Devon Horse Show Grounds, Devon. https://www.devonhorseshow.net/

May 21-Jun 16. Forever Plaid. Act II Playhouse, Ambler. https://actiiplayhouse.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/#/events/a0S8X00000Vu95sUAB

Jun 4. Historic Preservation with Brett Waterman and Jeff Devlin. Circuit Amenity Center, Chesterbrook. https://www.eventbrite. com/e/historic-preservation-with-brettwaterman-and-jeff-devlin-tickets719406593487?aff=oddtdtcreator

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Jun 8, Jul 13, Aug 10. Historic Nazareth Walking Tours. Whitefield House, Nazareth. 610-759-5070, https://www. moravianhistory.org/walking-tour

Jun 9. Kennett Summerfest. 100 Block, Kennett Square. https://www. kennettbrewfest.com/

No. 9 Coal Mine & Museum

17th Annual Coal Miners Heritage Festival Sunday, Sept. 1 • 10am-5pm

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WEDNESDAY-SUNDAY MAY THRU OCTOBER Museum Opens 10am & Closes at 4pm First Tour 11am • Last Tour 3pm World’s oldest continuously operated deep Anthracite coal mine. Check for event info

9 Dock Street, Lansford, PA 18232

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“Award Winning”

Jun 10-Jul 30. Wayne County Creative Arts Council Concerts in the Park. Honesdale Central Park, Honesdale. 570-785-3674, https://honesdaleparkevents.org

Jun 14-23. Footloose: The Musical. Knauer Performing Arts Center, West Chester. revival-productions.com/

Jun 14-16. Chester County Balloon Festival. Landhope Farms, Kennett Square. 445-895-2138, https://www. ccballoonfest.com/

Jun 15. Brews at the Battlefield. Brandywine Battlefield Park, Chadds Ford. https://brandywine-battlefieldpark.ticketleap.com/brews-at-the-battlefield-2024/

Jun 22. American Helicopter Museum Presents FamilyFest. American Helicopter Museum & Education Center, West Chester. https://www.helicoptermuseum.org/familyfest

Jun 25. New Garden Evening of Aviation Air Show. New Garden Flying Field, Toughkenamon. https://www. newgardenflyingfield.com/events/newgarden-air-show

Jun 26. Music in the Garden, An Evening with Allan Combs II. Folk’s Butterfly Farm, Nescopeck. 570-394-7298, https://folksbutterflyfarm.com

JULY

Jul 11-13. Briggs Farm Blues Festival. Briggs Farm, Nescopeck. 570-3793342, https://briggsfarm.com

Jul 12-14. Colonial Theatre Presents: BlobFest. The Colonial Theatre, Phoenixville. https://thecolonialtheatre. com/blobfest/

Jul 24. Music in the Garden, An Evening with David Colier. Folk’s Butterfly Farm, Nescopeck. 570-394-7298, https://folksbutterflyfarm.com

AUGUST

Aug 7. Music in the Garden, An Evening with Jeff Tomassacci. Folk’s Butterfly Farm, Nescopeck. 570-394-7298, https://folksbutterflyfarm.com

Aug 10. 95th Annual Old Fiddlers Picnic. Hibernia County Park, Coatesville. https://www.brandywinevalley. com/event/95th-annual-old-fiddlerspicnic/2456/

Aug 24. Music in the Garden, An evening with Mel Rivers. Folk’s Butterfly Farm, Nescopeck. 570-394-7298, https://folksbutterflyfarm.com

events

Western Region

Please consult event website before attending to confirm that event has not been canceled or postponed.

JUNE

Jun 1. Quota 5k - Hoodlebug Trail. Hoodlebug Trail, Indiana. https://www. facebook.com/quotaofindiana5k

Jun 1. 2nd Annual Fayette County Fiber Festival. Fayette County Fairgrounds, Dunbar. 724-961-3382, https:// fayettecofiberfestival.weebly.com/

Jun 1. Braddock Trail Chapter DAR Annual Basket Bazaar. Kecksburg VFD Social Hall, Kecksburg. 724-5526377, http://braddocktraildar.org/

Jun 1-2. Mason-Dixon GNCC. Mathews Farm, Mt. Morris. https://gnccracing.com/event/mason-dixon

Jun 7-8. Tour de Donut. Westminster College Memorial Field House, New Wilmington. /nwtourdedonut.com/

Jun 7-9. Annual Historic Canal Days Festival. Throughout, Saltsburg. https://www.facebook.com/saltsburgcanaldays

whereandwhen.com

Jun 8. Gospel Tabernacle Car Show. Mount Morris Gospel Tabernacle, Mt. Morris. https://visitgreene.org/event/ gospel-tabernacle-car-show/

Jun 8. Cruisin’ the Museum Car Show. Greene County Historical Society Museum, Waynesburg. https://www.facebook.com/events/s/6th-annual-cruisinthe-museum-/745679480802277/

Jun 8. Greene County NTPA Mega Pull. Greene County Fairgrounds, Waynesburg. https://greenecountyfair. org/mega-pull

Jun 8. Summer of Love Music & Craft Festival. The Property at Nova Destinations, Pulaski. (724) 698-7026, https://events.nova.wine/

Jun 8-9. Indiana County Summer Showcase Tournament (ICSST). Locations, Indiana County. 724 396-2181, https://pafastpitch.usssa.com/event/ indiana-county-summer-showcase-3/

Jun 8. Pick-A-Dilly Herb Faire. Dillweed Bed & Breakfast, Dilltown. 814446-6465 , https://www.facebook.com/ events/703469335080526/

Jun 8. Smicksburg Summer Country Day. Shops, Smicksburg. 814-2578696, www.visitsmicksburg.com

Jun 8. Clymer Days Festival. Sherman Street Park, Clymer. https://www.facebook.com/groups/2574443786190589

Jun 8-9. Family Nature Palooza 2023. Blue Spruce Park, Indiana. 724 463-8200

Jun 8. Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad Opening Day. Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad, Perry Street Station, Titusville. 814-676-1733, https://octrr.org/

Jun 8. The Essence Of Spring With Transcendence, Erie’s Professional Chorus. St. Peter Cathedral, Erie. 217-520-1888, https://stpetercathedral. com/transcendence/

Jun 9. Downtown Indiana Car Show. Throughout, Indiana. 724 388-9540, https://www.facebook.com/downtownindianapa

Jun 10-15. Brodak Fly-In. Brodak Tower 1 Aviation Museum, Carmichaels. https://brodak.com/fly-in

Jun 11-15. Family FunFest. Downtown, Ford City. 724-763-3974

OIL CREEK & TITUSVILLE RAILROAD

Your entire family will enjoy a 3-hour round-trip “through the valley that changed the world.”

Only operating Railway Post Office car in the USA.

Ride in Coach or First Class. During your ride, be sure to visit our open air Gondola car for a great view of Oil Creek State Park! Check out our website or visit us on Facebook for schedule. www.octrr.org • 814.676.1733 409 S Perry St, Titusville PA 16354

Jun 13-16. National Road Bluegrass Festival. Timber Rock Amphitheater, Farmington. 724-780-3599, https:// www.timberrockamp.com/events/national-road-bluegrass-festival

Jun 14-16. High Point National. High Point Raceway, Mt. Morris. https://highpointmx.com/event/high-point-national

Jun 15-16. Ethnic Food, Music and Artisan Festival. S&T Bank Arena, Indiana. https://www.facebook.com/ events/1136712907219178

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Jun 15; Aug 24. Murder Mystery Dinner - Master Angler Mayhem: “Murder Takes The Bait!” Perry Street & Titusville Railroad, Perry Street Station, Titusville.

Jun 16. Father’s Day Special. Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad, Perry Street Station, Titusville. 814-676-1733, https://octrr.org/

Jun 20-22. Cookport Antique Machinery Summer Show. Cookport Fairgrounds, Cookport. facebook.com/ cookportantiquemachineryshow

Jun 21; Jul 12; Aug 2. Wine Tasting Train Ride. Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad, Perry Street Station, Titusville. octrr.org/special-events-tours/wine-tasting/

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Jun 28-30. Ellwood City Arts, Crafts, Food & Entertainment Festival. Ewing Park, Ellwood City. 724-971-7784, https://ellwood-city-festival.net/

Jun 28-30. Ligonier Valley Bluegrass Festival. Ligonier Township VFD #1, Ligonier. 724-238-5270, https://ligtwpvfd1.org/ligonier-valley-bluegrass

Jun 29-30. Western PA State Championship. Parks, Indiana County. 724 396-2181, pafastpitch.usssa.com/event/ western-pa-state-championships-2/

Jun 30. John Corbly Descendants Reunion. John Corbly Baptist Church, Garards Fort. https://johncorblydescendants.org/

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Felicity Farms B&B

Heslet House B&B

Old Economy Inn

Riverside B&B

The

Beaver Falls Motel

Brady's

Cobblestone Inn & Suites

Comfort Suites

Fairfield Inn & Suites

Forest Breeze Guest House

Grand Valley Inn

Hampton Inn

JULY

Jul 3. Veterans & Military Special Discount. Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad, Perry Street Station, Titusville.octrr.org/

Jul 4. 4th of July Celebration. Lions Club Community Park, Waynesburg. facebook.com/www.waynesburglionsclub.org

Jul 4. Star Spangled Celebration. Mack Park Fairgrounds, Indiana. https:// www.starspangledcelebration.com

Jul 4-7. 50th Westmoreland Arts & Heritage Festival. Twin Lakes Park, Labrobe. https://artsandheritage.com/

Jul 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14, 17, 20, 21, 24, 27, 28 & 31. July Train Rides. Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad, Perry Street Station, Titusville. https://octrr.org/

Jul 10-14. Amy’s Quilt Room: Quiltapalozza Summer Retreat. Hilton Garden Inn, Uniontown. 724-434-9987, amysquiltroom.com/quiltapalooza.htm

Jul 11. Taste & Tour, Downtown Indiana. Throughout, Indiana. 724-3889540, facebook.com/downtownindianapa

Jul 12-14. Slovenefest. SNPJ Recreation Center, Enon Valley. (877) 7675732, https://www.slovenefest.com/

Jul 13. Freedom Car Show. Waynesburg VFW Post 4793, Waynesburg. https://www.facebook.com/AuxilaryVFW4793/

Jul 13-14. Legendary Con. EQT REC Center, Waynesburg. legendarycomiccon.com/

Jul 16-20. Jacktown Fair. Jacktown Fairgrounds, Wind Ridge. https://www. jacktownfair.org/

Jul 19-21. Summer Throwdown. Mines & Meadows ATV/RV Resort, Wampum. 724.535.6026, https://www. minesandmeadows.com/home.html

Jul 19. Indiana County Day, Christmas in July - Idlewild. Idlewild & Soak Zone, Ligonier. 724-463-7505, https:// www.idlewild.com

Jul 20. Murder Mystery DinnerMatriarch Mayhem: "The Stromboli Family Reunion" Perry Street & Titusville Railroad, Perry Titusville. octrr.org/

Jul 21. Veterans Parsonage Car Show. Freedom Church, Indiana. 724 463-3280, https://www.facebook.com/ events/1541038663362197

Jul 25 - Aug 3. Fayette County Fair. Fayette County Fairgrounds, Dunbar. 724-628-3360, www.fayettefair.com/

Jul 26-28. Uptown Chalk The Block. Downtown, Somerset. 814-659-2988, https://somersetinc.org/chalktheblock/

Jul 27. The Ice Plant’s Annual Car Show. The Ice Plant Restaurant, Greensboro. https://visitgreene.org/ event/ice-plants-car-show/

Jul 27. Christmas In July. Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad, Perry Street Station, Titusville. 814-676-1733, octrr.org/

Jul 28. Miss Rain Day Pageant. Waynesburg Central High School, Waynesburg. https://www.facebook. com/MissRainDayPageant

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Jul 29. Rain Day Festival. College Park & Monument Parks, Waynesburg. https://raindayfestival.com/

Jul 30. Run with the Deer Flies 25K & 15K, Indiana Road Runners Club. Seph Mack Boy Scout Camp, Penn Run. 724 422-5323, https://www.indianaroadrunners.com

AUGUST

Aug 3. Greensboro-Monongahela Twp VFD Car Show. Greensboro/ Monongahela Twp Volunteer Fire Dept, Greensboro. https://www.facebook. com/greensboro.vfd

Aug 3. Life Rocks Festival. Freedom Church, Indiana. 724 463-3280, https:// www.facebook.com/indianacob/

Aug 3, 7, 10, 11, 14, 17, 18, 21, 24, 25 & 28. August Train Rides. Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad, Perry Street Station, Titusville. 814-676-1733, octrr.org

Aug 4-10. Greene County Fair. Greene County Fairgrounds, Waynesburg. https://greenecountyfair.org/

Aug 10. Knotweed Festival. Downtown, Blairsville. https://www.facebook. com/profile.php?id=100076606561642

Aug 11. Italian Festival. Throughout, Indiana. https://www.facebook.com/ downtownindianapa

Aug 12-17. Lawrence County Fair. Lawrence County Fair Grounds, New Castle. 724-654-7745, https://www.lawrencecountyfair.com

Aug 15-24. Somerset County Fair. Somerset County Fairgrounds, Meyersdale. somersetcountyfairpa.com/

Aug 16-24. Westmoreland Agricultural Fair. Westmoreland Fairgrounds, Greensburg. 724-423-5005, https:// westmorelandfair.com/

Aug 17-24. PA Bituminous King Coal Show. Carmichaels & Cumberland Twp. Vol. Fire Co., Carmichaels. facebook.com/kingcoalassociation

Aug 17-18. Shop ‘N Save Westmoreland Airshow. Arnold Palmer Regional Airport, Latrobe. 724-532-3300, https:// westmorelandcountyairshow.com/

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Aug 17-18. Laurel Hill Bluegrass Festival. Laurel Hill State Park, Somerset. 814-445-7725, laurelhillbluegrass.com/

Aug 23-25. Great American Banana Split Celebration. Downtown, Latrobe. https://bananasplitfest.com

Aug 24. Airplanes and Automobiles. Municipal Airport, New Castle. (724) 652-5546, https://www.facebook.com/ profile.php?id=61556549474240

Aug 30. Taps On Tracks. Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad, Perry Street Station, Titusville. 814-676-1733, octrr.org/

Aug 31. Murder Mystery Mayhem: "Again Sam" Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad, Perry Street Station, Titusville. 814-676-1733, https://octrr.org/

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Recently, I visited the Laurel Highlands region in western PA. Located just a few hours from Lancaster County, the Laurel Highlands comprises Westmoreland, Fayette, and Somerset counties and is about 30 minutes east of Pittsburgh. Having spent a couple of days exploring some of the best the region offers, I can assure you that I will be back. Need a girlfriend’s weekend away for shopping, hiking, and wine tasting? You’ll find it. Craving the rush of the rapids and mountains to climb? You’ll find them. Is it time to get the kids off their devices and into nature? You’ll find it. And for couples looking for scenic drives, spa days, and small-town charm, you’ll find those here, too. Although the area has more to do than I can list, I wanted to recap just a few “must see and dos.” For more information and to create a full itinerary, visit www.golaurelhighlands.com. Inspirational views, exceptional hospitality, and an adventurer’s mecca all await. Start planning your fall hit list now

MY Top 10

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Historic Sites—Known as the first area to hold English courts in western PA during the Revolutionary War, Hanna’s Town was a temporary stop for travelers and merchants. In 1782, a Seneca raiding party and their British allies destroyed Hanna’s Town, and it never recovered from this devastation. Heroes from this attack emerge as we hear of a brave 13-year-old girl, Peggy Shaw, who sacrificed her life to save a toddler who had wandered outside the fort.

Guided tours of the reconstructed replica of Historic Hanna’s Town include the jail, tavern, fort, and Dyer’s Garden, the source for color dyes the settlers used on their fabrics. Tours are available from May to October, in addition to special events held throughout the season. www.westmorelandhistory.org/ hannas-town

Housing one of the original Conestoga wagons and an 1830s-style stagecoach, The Compass Inn Museum, located just off Route 30, the main street pathway for travelers in the 1800s, showcases the lives of innkeepers Robert & Rachel Armor. Today, tours are conducted by guides in period clothing and demonstrate life

in the cookhouse, blacksmith shop, and inn. Tours are available from May to October. Special events are held throughout the season. www.compassinn.org

2.Foodie Finds —Gobs: Similar to what Lancaster Countians call a whoopie pie (chocolate cake with a delicious creamy center), gobs can satisfy your sweet tooth in no time. The treat is said to have originated in Johnstown in 1927 and quickly became the preferred treat of coal miners in Cambria and Somerset counties.

3.Architectural Masterpieces – Fallingwater & Kentuck Knob: Discover Frank Lloyd Wright’s love for nature and design with these two beautiful houses. Fallingwater boasts iconic photographic angles and modern organic design inside and out. Wright’s designs are integrated within nature, not against it. Edgar and Liliane Kaufmann, the owners of Kaufmann’s Department Store in Pittsburgh, hired Wright in 1936 to create an innovative space to be used as a vacation home. Features include:

• Frameless open windows prevent interference with your view outside.

• A swimming pool.

• The use of just two signature colors throughout – light ochre (concrete) and Cherokee red (steel).

Today, the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy manages and preserves Fallingwater. www.fallingwater.org

Just a short drive from Fallingwater lies Kentuck Knob, a private residence open to the public. I.N. and Bernardine Hagan hired Wright to design this Usonian home along the mountainside in 1953. The residence is considered one of Frank Lloyd Wright’s last designs. Guided tours include a tour of the house and grounds. You should book well in advance for both houses to ensure a reservation. www.kentuckknob.com

4.Art & History – Explore hundreds of years of creative history displayed at the Westmoreland Museum of American Art. Current exhibits include “65 Artists, 65 Years: An Anniversary Exhibition,” shown through September 8, 2024. Admission to the museum is free and is open Wednesday-Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. www.thewestmoreland.org

5.Outdoor Adventure – Ohiopyle State Park is located on the southe rn end of the Laurel Highlands and provides an extensive list of outdoor activities for people of all levels and interests. The Youghiogheny River runs throughout the park and is the source of thrilling whitewater rafting, kayaking, and fishing. Other recreational activities include hiking, biking, horseback riding, and rock climbing. Pack a picnic and enjoy your view at the Tharp Knob Vista Overlook. www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateParks/FindAPark/OhiopyleStatePark

6.Girls’ Day Out – Spend an afternoon in downtown Ligonier, a picturesque town with all the charm of Stars Hollow, as seen in “Gilmore Girls.” Pop into local boutiques for unique gifts, and grab lunch, a glass of wine, and homemade ice cream before relaxing on benches in the town’s diamond.

7.Rest Your Head – When it’s time to recharge, take advantage of the endless lodging choices. From quaint cabins and campgrounds to world-class resorts and hotels, there’s something to match everyone’s dream experience. On my visit, I stayed at Oak Lodge, a bed and breakfast in Stahlstown. Rather than staying in the main lodge, my accommodations were in one of the comfortable and well-appointed cabins. Breakfasts created by the chef at Oak Lodge are something special. www.oaklodgepa.com

8.Family Fun – This summer, walk on the wet and wild side with Idlewild & SoakZone, a fun-filled theme and water park that the kids (and adults) will love. A huge dose of nostalgia awaits adults as they stroll through Story Book Forest and visit their favorite nursery rhyme characters. www.idlewild.com

9.Explore Nature’s Finest – The Laurel Highlands embraces nature’s beauty at every turn, inviting a time for exploration, deep breaths, and picnic lunches. It’s a short drive to any of the eight state parks extending from Latrobe to Ohiopyle. www.golaurelhighlands.com/outdoors/parks/state

10. Honoring Those We Lost – Built to commemorate and honor the heroes who lost their lives in the United Airlines Flight 93 on September 11, 2001, the Flight 93 National Memorial stands as a symbol of courage and unity. www.nps. gov/flni