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Pennsylvania Ski Resorts
By Wendy Royal
a winter adventure for the entire family
Ski resorts in Pennsylvania offer a range of opportunities that cater to all skill levels and preferences. With 21 ski resorts open to the public, there’s an impressive variety of terrain, ranging from gentle beginner slopes to challenging runs for seasoned skiers. The state’s resorts feature numerous trails, lifts, and terrain parks, ensuring plenty of options for everyone. Notable resorts like Seven Springs, Blue Knob, and Elk Mountain provide expansive skiable acres and stunning elevations, making for an exhilarating experience on the slopes. In addition to skiing, these resorts often offer cozy lodges where you can relax by the fire with a warm drink after a day on the mountain. With activities like snow tubing and terrain parks for snowboarding, Pennsylvania is not just about skiing; it’s about a full winter experience. Whether you’re looking to race down the slopes or enjoy quality time with family and friends, Pennsylvania’s ski resorts are ready to welcome you for an unforgettable winter adventure!
Seven Springs Mountain Resort, Seven Springs
Round Top Resort, Lewisberry
Shawnee Mountain Resort, East Stroudsburg
1. Bear Creek Mountain Resort 101 Doe Mountain Lane, Macungie, PA 18602 | www.bcmountainresort.com
2. Big Boulder 357 Big Boulder Drive Lake Harmony, PA 18624 | www.jfbb.com
3. Blue Knob All Seasons Resort 1424 Overland Pass Claysburg, Pennsylvania 16625 | www.blueknob.com
4. Blue Mountain Resort 1660 Blue Mountain Dr., Palmerton, PA 18071 | www.skibluemt.com
Feb 21. The Doo Wop Project. Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570326-2424, https://www.williamsportsymphony.org
Feb 21. Live Music: Nate Mowery. Oregon Hill Winery, McElhattan. https://www.facebook.com/ events/7907110546070598
Feb 22. 3rd Annual Chili Cook-off Sugar Grove VFD, Sugar Grove. 814489-7852
Feb 22. Bowdish Birthday Bash & New Exhibits. Jefferson County History Center, Brookville. 814-849-0077, https://Jchconline.org
Feb 27-28. The Mountaintop. Community Theatre League, Williamsport. 570-327-1777, www.ctlshows.com
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It’s no surprise that a town like Punxsutawney, the “weather capital of the world,” is home to a museum dedicated to weather education. After all, this is the hometown of Punxsutawney Phil, the famous prognosticator who’s been sharing his forecast for over 120 years!
While the Weather Discovery Center is primarily geared toward younger visitors, teens and adults will find the interactive exhibits educational and informative.
The exhibits teach visitors about a range of topics, from thunderstorms, lightning, and tornados to clouds, precipitation, and ice dating. One of the museum’s most popular exhibits focuses on weather folklore and features Punxsutawney Phil.
While Phil draws from over a decade of forecasting experience, technology is crucial to weather emergency readiness. Both technology and readiness are part of the learning at the Weather Discovery Center.
Ever wonder what it’s like to stand in front of the green screen and do a weather forecast? Visitors get a chance to get in front of the camera and show off their inner weather persona at the Daily Forecast exhibit.
Admission to the museum covers the Allstate Catastrophic Weather Theater, where guests can become absorbed in weather events. Videos are available for visitors of all ages.
In addition to regular exhibits, the Weather Discovery Center welcomes classrooms, scouting groups, and programs for children and adults. The museum will host Lunch with the Grinch on December 7 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The fun event will feature crafts, music, and pizza with the Grinch. Lunch wouldn’t be complete without dessert, so there will also be sugar cookie decorating and eating! Registration is required.
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Another family event will be held on December 21 and 22 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Make a family yule log at the Winter Solstice Yule Log Craft event. Like other centuries-old traditions, the yule log signifies prosperity and good health in the new year. The event is free with your paid admission.
Events are held throughout the year, so be sure to check the website for upcoming events. But the biggest day of the year for the Weather Discovery Center and all of Punxsutawney is February 2, Groundhog Day!
The museum will have events like the crowning of Little Mr. & Miss Groundhog, activities, and extended hours. Every Groundhog Day, the museum adds a name to its Meteorologist Hall of Fame, which pays homage to those who have brought the science of meteorology to the forefront.
The museum is housed in the historic post office building at 201 North Findley Street. Guests may visit from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday - Sunday, closed Monday and Tuesday. Reduced winter hours start in January and run through March. Check the website for days and times.
Immerse yourself in the weather this winter by visiting the town made famous by a large rodent named Phil. For more information on the Weather Discovery Center, visit https://weatherdiscovery.org.
For information on Groundhog Day at Gobbler’s Knob in Punxsutawney, visit http://groundhog.org.
Photo credit: Weather Discovery Center
events
ONGOING
Through Dec 28. The Christmas Candy Caper. Bird-in-Hand Stage, Bird-in-Hand. (717) 7681568, https://bird-in-hand.com/ stage/2024christmascandycaper/
Nov 15-17, 22-24, Nov 29-Jan 4. Koziar’s Christmas Village. Koziar’s Christmas Village, Bernville. www.koziarschristmasvillage.com/home
Nov 15-Dec 30. Bright Nights. WellSpan Park, York. 717-801-4487, https://www.YorkRevolution.com
Nov 15-Jan 5. Holiday Lights on the Lake. Lakemont Park, Altoona. https://Lakemontparkfun.com
Nov 15-Dec 29. Frozen, the Broadway Musical. Fulton Theatre, Lancaster. 717-394-7425, https://thefulton.org
Nov 22-Jan 8. Johnstown’s Animated Christmas Tree & Village. Central Park, Johnstown. 814-536-5107, https://discoverjohnstown.org
Nov 22-Dec 22. Illumination. Prima Theatre, Lancaster. (717) 327-5124, https://primatheatre.org/performances
Nov 23-Dec 7. Franklin County Visitors Center Festival of Trees Franklin County Visitors Center, Chambersburg. 866-646-8060, https://explorefranklincountypa.com
Southern Region
Please consult event website before attending to confirm that event has not been canceled or postponed.
Nov 29-Dec 30. Christmas Magic: A Festival of Lights. Rocky Ridge County Park, York. ChristmasMagicYork.com
Nov 29-Dec 1, 6-8, 13-15, 20-22. All Aboard Santa Express!. Everett Railroad, Hollidaysburg. everettrailroad.com
Nov 29-Jan 5. Experience Christ- mas Lights Like Never Before. Refreshing Mountain Retreat and Adventure Center, Stevens. www.refreshingmountain.com/christmas
Nov 29. Home for Christmas. Throughout, Everett. 814-348-1199, www.everettpa.net
Nov 29-Dec 1. Reading Liederkranz Christkindlmarkt. Reading Liederkranz, Reading. readingliederkranz.com
Nov 29-30, Dec 14, 21. The Christmas Village at Ironstone Ranch 2024. Ironstone Ranch at Stone Gables Estate, Elizabethtown. 717-902-9791, https://www.stonegablesestate.com/public-events
Nov 29-30, Dec 7, 14, 18-21, 23. Santa Express at Stone Gables Estate 2024. Stone Gables Estate, Elizabethtown. 717-902-9791, https:// www.stonegablesestate.com/publicevents
Nov 29 - Jan 4. National Christmas Center 2024. National Christmas Center, Elizabethtown. 717-9029791, https://www.stonegablesestate. com/public-events
DECEMBER
Dec 1-Jan 19. Dinosaur Train: The Traveling Exhibit. Reading Public Museum, Reading. readingpublicmuseum.org
Dec 1, 7-8, 14-15, 21-22. Santa Trains. Allentown and Auburn Railroad, Kutztown. https://www.allentownandauburnrailroad.com
Dec 1-31. Christmas Trains at Strasburg Rail Road. Strasburg Rail Road, Ronks. strasburgrailroad.com
Dec 1-Jan 1. Dutch Winter Wonderland. Dutch Wonderland, Lancaster. www.dutchwonderland.com
Dec 2-22. White Christmas. Lebanon Community Theatre, Stoevers Dam Park, Lebanon. 717.-833-4528, https:// www.lebanoncommunitytheatre.org
Dec 5-6. Festival of Ice. Downtown, Lewistown. https://www.jrvvisitors.com
Dec 6-7. Christmas on the Farm Renfrew Museum & Park, Waynesboro. 717-762-4723, renfrewmuseum.org
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Dec 6-8. Dickens of a Christmas. Throughout, Ebensburg. ebensburgpa.com
Dec 6-7. Handcrafted Holiday Market. GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, Reading. www.goggleworks.org
Dec 6-8, 13-23, 27-30. Holiday Lights At Gring’s Mill. Gring’s Mill, Wyomissing. www.countyofberks.com/parks
Dec 7-8, 14-15, 21-22. The Greatest Christmas, A Joyful Musical. Star Theatre, Mercersburg. startheatrepa.com
Dec 7. Christmas Market. Throughout, Chambersburg. 717-404-5389, www.facebook.com/PaBrusselsCafe/
Dec 7. Polar Express Pajama Party & Movie. The Capitol Theatre, Chambersburg. thecapitoltheatre.org
Dec 7-Jan 1. Shining Light Through the Darkness. Kish Park, Lewistown. www.kishparkshininglight.org
Dec 7-8, 12, 14-15, 21-22. Santa Express Train Rides. Northern Central Railway of York, New Freedom. northerncentralrailway.com
Dec 7. Lebanon Christkindl Market. Coleman Memorial Park, Lebanon. www.friendsofcmp.org
Dec 7. Christmas at Cornwall. Cornwall Iron Furnace, Cornwall. https://cornwallironfurnace.org/
Dec 7. Christmas in the Air. Reading Regional Airport, Reading. https:// www.readingairport.org
Dec 7-8, 14-15, 21-22. Christmas City Express. Ma and Pa Railroad, Airville. www.MaAndPaRailroad.com
Dec 7-8. Santa in the Cave. Lincoln Caverns & Whisper Rocks, Huntingdon. 814-643-0268, lincolncaverns.com
Dec 7, 14. Old Fashioned Christmas. Old Bedford Village, Bedford. oldbedfordvillage.com/events
Dec 7. Christmas Family Fun. Throughout, Bedford. 814-623-0048, www.downtownbedford.com/index.html
Dec 7. Christmas on the Farm. Pennsylvania German Cultural Heritage Center, Kutztown. 610-683-1589
Dec 7. 13th Annual Holiday Home Tour. First Presbyterian Church, Strasburg. strasburgheritagesociety.org
Dec 8. Pictures with Santa. Reading Public Museum, Reading. (610) 3715850, www.readingpublicmuseum.org
Dec 8. A Homestead Holiday. Daniel Boone Homestead, Birdsboro. www.thedanielboonehomestead.org
Dec 11. A Nostalgic Night with Macaulay Culkin. 1st Summit Arena, Johnstown. 814-536-5156, www.1stsummitarena.com
Create your cozy winter getaway
Dec 13-14. Historic Schaefferstown Christkindlmarkt. St. Paul’s UCC, Schaefferstown. hsimuseum.org
Dec 13, 20. ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Colebrookdale Railroad, Boyertown. colebrookdalerailroad.com
Dec 14. Colonial Christmas at the Conococheague. Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg. www.cimlg.org
Dec 14. An Evening with Santa Claus. Stewartstown Railroad Company, Stewartstown. 717-746-8123, https:// www.StewartstownRailroadCo.com
Dec 27-29. Yuletide at Historic Rock Ford. Historic Rock Ford, Lancaster. historicrockford.org
Dec 31. Celebration Johnstown. Various venues, Johnstown. https://www.facebook.com/profile. php?id=100064829345766
JANUARY
Jan 15. Swan Lake. Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg. 717477-7469, https://luhrscenter.com
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Harvest for Habitat
Harvest for Habitat
Harvest for Habitat
High deer populations can lead to habitat damage like over-browsing that reduces available food, prevents forest habitat regeneration, and threatens deer and other species.
High deer populations can lead to habitat damage like over-browsing that reduces available food, prevents forest habitat regeneration, and threatens deer and other species.
Harvest for Herd Health
High deer populations can lead to habitat damage like over-browsing that reduces available food, prevents forest habitat regeneration, and threatens deer and other species.
Harvest for Herd Health
Harvest for Herd Health
Reducing deer abundance and promoting healthy habitat can help produce bigger, healthier deer and slow the spread of diseases, including CWD.
Reducing deer abundance and promoting healthy habitat can help produce bigger, healthier deer and slow the spread of diseases, including CWD.
Harvest for the Hunting Future
Reducing deer abundance and promoting healthy habitat can help produce bigger, healthier deer and slow the spread of diseases, including CWD.
Harvest for the Hunting Future
Harvesting does isn’t just important for promoting healthy habitat and deer this year — it’s critical to the future of hunting in Pennsylvania.
Harvest for the Hunting Future
Harvesting does isn’t just important for promoting healthy habitat and deer this year — it’s critical to the future of hunting in Pennsylvania.
Harvesting does isn’t just important for promoting healthy habitat and deer this year — it’s critical to the future of hunting in Pennsylvania.
Jan 17-18. Cabin Fever Expo. Lebanon Valley Expo Center and Fairgrounds, Lebanon. www.lebexpo.org
Jan 17-Feb 22. Murder for Two. Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, Lancaster. 717-898-1900, https://dutchapple.com/
Jan 18. SnowFest and Polar Plunge. Greenwood Furnace State Park, Huntingdon. www.facebook.com/ greenwoodfurnaceSP
Jan 18. Sierra Club - Lancaster Group Polar Bear 5K Trail Run/Hike. Lancaster County Central Park, Lancaster. 717-872-7535, lancastersierraclub.org
Jan 30-Feb 2. Ice Fest. Throughout, Chambersburg. Icefestpa.com
FEBRUARY
Feb 1. Elvis Tribute featuring Victor Trevino. Eichelberger Performing Arts Center, Hanover. 717-637-7086, https://www.TheEich.org
Feb 7-8. Get The Led Out. Santander Performing Arts Center, Reading. www.santander-arena.com
Feb 7-23. You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown. Prima Theatre, Lancaster. 7173275124, www.primatheatre. org/performances-events/charlie
Feb 8. An Evening with Larry the Cable Guy. 1st Summit Arena, Johnstown. 814-536-5156, https://1stsummitarena.com
Feb 14-16. Meteor Shower by Steve Martin. The Capitol Theatre, Chambersburg. thecapitoltheatre.org
Feb 14-23. Lititz Fire & Ice Festival. Downtown, Lititz. https://lititzpa. com/event/fire-ice-festival-2025
Feb 22. Mountain Music & Moonshine 2025. The Capitol Theatre, Chambersburg. thecapitoltheatre.org
IceFest Embracing the Season at
in Chambersburg
At some point, someone figured out that if you get cabin fever in the winter, and the reduced daylight gets you down, the best thing you can do is go outside and embrace the weather.
Whether that means hitting the slopes or just going for a walk, psychologists say this practice significantly elevates your mood and reduces stress. Add great food, entertainment, artistry, and activities for kids, and you have a prescription to fight the winter blues.
IceFest in Chambersburg is a cherished tradition that encourages people to step outside, see their breath in the air, and celebrate the season. For more than 20 years, this event has been a beacon of community spirit, drawing people downtown to marvel at ice sculptures of all shapes and sizes.
IceFest will be held from Thursday, Jan. 30, to Sunday, Feb. 2. It stands to reason that the largest ice festival in Pennsylvania would feature some huge displays. Live carving of the giant ice sculptures will begin Thursday. DiMartino’s Ice Company from Jeanette, PA, will return on Friday for more live ice sculpting throughout the town. Don’t miss the chance to take a photo on the ice throne. Activities for all ages have turned the event into a family tradition. The IceFest Scavenger Hunt has three age categories, so everyone has a chance to participate and win a cash prize.
As in years past, the festival will have food vendors on the Square and in the parking lot on North Main Street.
Some returning festival favorites include horse-drawn carriage rides and live performances. Kids love racing their friends on the ever-popular, double-wide ice slide. And parents love that it’s free.
On Saturday, Feb. 1, attendees can chase off the chill at the Chili-Q, where some of the region’s best professional and amateur chefs will compete for the championship. The Beer Garden will also return on Saturday.
The annual Run Your Ice Off 5k will occur on Sunday, Feb. 2. The course goes through
downtown and onto the rail trail. Run, jog, or walk in the 5k that benefits local non-profits. Well-behaved furry friends are welcome to join.
In addition to the featured events during the 4-day festival, Chambersburg art galleries, shops, and restaurants will have extended hours, and community organizations will sponsor special events.
For a complete schedule of IceFest events, visit icefestpa.com; for overnight accommodations, visit explorefranklincountypa.com.
Eastern Region events
ONGOING
Through Jan 19. The Crafted World of Wharton Esherick. Brandywine Museum of Art, Chadds Ford. https:// www.brandywine.org/museum/exhibitions/crafted-world-wharton-esherick
Nov 14-Jan 5. Festival of Trees. Pearl S. Buck House & Historical Site, Perkasie. https://pearlsbuck.org
Nov 15-Jan 12. Gingerbread Competition & Display. Peddler’s Village, New Hope. https://peddlersvillage.com
Nov 15-Jan 5. A Very Furry Christmas Celebration. Sesame Place, Langhorne. https://sesameplace.com
Nov 15-Jan 1. Made in Philadelphia Marketplace. Dilworth Park, Philadelphia. www.madeinphila.com
Nov 19-Dec 29. ELF The Musical. Walnut Street Theatre, Philadelphia. www.walnutstreettheatre.org
Nov 22-Jan 5. Anastasia: The Musical. Bucks County Playhouse, New Hope. bcptheater.org/shows/anastasia
Nov 22-Jan 5. Yuletide at Liberty Hill. Union League Liberty Hill, Lafayette Hill. https://yuletidelibertyhill.com/
Please consult event website before attending to confirm that event has not been canceled or postponed.
Nov 22-Jan 12. A Longwood Christmas. Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square. https://longwoodgardens.org
Nov 23-Dec 24. Christmas Village in Philadelphia. City Hall and Love Park, Philadelphia. philachristmas.com
Nov 24, 29-Dec 1, Dec 7-8, 14-15, 2122. West Chester Railroad Presents: Santa’s Express. West Chester Railroad, West Chester. www.wcrailroad.com
Nov 29-Dec 8. Holiday Craft Show. Pearl S. Buck House & Historical Site, Perkasie. pearlsbuck.org
Nov 29-Dec 22. Honesdale Santa Christmas Tree Express. The Stourbridge Line - Honesdale Station, Honesdale. thestourbridgeline.net
DECEMBER
Dec 1. Christkind Ceremony at Christmas Village in Philadelphia. Christmas Village, Philadelphia.
Dec 5. Wine 101: The Learn About Wine Tasting Class. Wine School of Philadelphia, Philadelphia. 2159651514, https://www.vinology.com/class/wine101-learn-about-wine-10/
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Dec 6. West Chester Christmas Parade. Downtown, West Chester. https://www.greaterwestchester.com/ lights-upparade.html
Dec 7-8. Family Weekend at Christmas Village in Philadelphia. Christmas Village, Philadelphia.
Dec 8. American History in 7 Bottles: The Tasting Class. Wine School of Philadelphia, Philadelphia. 2159651514, https://www.vinology.com/class/american-history-in-7-bottles/
Dec 14. West Chester Christkindlmarkt 2024. Downtown, West Chester. https://www.downtownwestchester. com/christkindlmarkt/
Dec 14. Phoenixville Firebird Festival. Veterans Field, Phoenixville. https://www.facebook.com/firebirdfestival/
Dec 14. Holiday at the Barn at Springton Manor Farm. Springton Manor Farm, Glenmoore. https://www. chesco.org/5245/Holiday-at-the-BarnCraft-Market
Dec 14-15. German American Weekend at Christmas Village in Philadelphia. Christmas Village, Philadelphia.
Dec 14. Craft Beer and Cheese Pairing Class. Wine School of Philadelphia, Philadelphia. www.vinology.com/ class/craft-beer-and-cheese-pairing/
Dec 15. Brunch with Santa. Hotel Anthracite, Carbondale. 570-536-6020, https://hotelanthracite.com
Dec 20. Mixology: The Cocktail Creation Class. Wine School of Philadelphia, Philadelphia. 2159651514, https:// www.vinology.com/class/mixology-thecocktail-creation-class/
Dec 21. An American Celtic Christmas. Keswick Theatre, Glenside.
Dec 21. Italy vs. Spain: The Wine Tasting Class. Wine School of Philadelphia, Philadelphia. 2159651514, https://www.vinology.com/class/italyvs-spain-3/
Dec 23-24. Preview Weekend at Christmas Village in Philadelphia. Christmas Village, Philadelphia.
Dec 23. Salvation Army Red Kettle Kickoff at Christmas Village. Christmas Village, Philadelphia.
Dec 24. Christmas Eve Dinner. Hotel Anthracite, Carbondale. 570-536-6020, http://hotelanthracite.com
Dec 31. Kennett Square’s New Year’s Eve Midnight on the Square. Downtown, Kennett Square. https://midnightinthesquare.com/
Dec 31. New Year’s Eve Ball. Hotel Anthracite, Carbondale.570-536-6020, hotelanthracite.com
JANUARY
Jan 4. Artisanal Wine & Cheese Pairing Class. Wine School of Philadelphia, Philadelphia. 2159651514, https:// www.vinology.com/class/artisanalwine-cheese-pairing-8/
Jan 7 - Feb 2. Driving Miss Daisy. Walnut Street Theatre, Philadelphia. 215574-3550, https://www.walnutstreettheatre.org/season/mainstage.2024.php
FEBRUARY
Feb 22. Kennett Winterfest. Downtown, Kennett Square. https://www. kennettbrewfest.com/winterfest
events
ONGOING
Nov 21-Dec. Overly’s Country Christmas. Westmoreland Fairgrounds, Greensburg. https://overlys.com/
Nov 23, 30. First Commonwealth Bank‚ “A Wonderful Life” Festival Throughout, Indiana. 724 388-9540, https://www.downtownindianapa.org
Nov 29. Light Up Ligonier. The Diamond, Ligonier. 724-423-1400 , https:// ligonier.com
Nov 29-Dec 1, 7-8. Family Fun Weekend at Mytrysak Family Tree Farm. Mytrysak Family Tree Farm, Indiana. 724-463-0570, https://www.mytrysakfamilytrees.com
Nov 30. Christkindl Market & Light Up Somerset. Historic, Somerset. https://somersetinc.org
Nov 30. Waynesburg’s Christmas on High Street. Downtown Waynesburg, Waynesburg. www.waynesburgfire. com/waynesburg-christmas/
Nov 30-Dec 1, 7-8. Santa Trains. Oil Creek & Titusville RR, Perry Street Station, Titusville. 814-676-1733, octrr.org
Nov 30. Light Up Mars. Borough of Mars, Mars Flying Saucer , Mars. https://www.facebook.com/ events/375299728789305
Western Region
Please consult event website before attending to confirm that event has not been canceled or postponed.
DECEMBER
Dec 1, 6-8, 13-15, 20-22. Holiday Wheels & Thrills Community Model Train Display. Indiana Mall, Indiana. 724-463-6110
Dec 1-23, 26-30. Winter Wonderland at Asbury Woods. Asbury Woods Nature Center, Erie. www.asburywoods. org/events/winter-wonderland
Dec 5. Tinsel Time presented by the Evergreen Garden Club. Ramada by Wyndham , Indiana. 724-357-9479
Dec 5-7. Holly Jolly Christmas in Latrobe. Latrobe Art Center, Latrobe. 724-537-7011, hollyjollylatrobe.com
Dec 5. Miracle On Main Street. Downtown Zelienople, Zelienople. https://miracleonmainzelie.com/
Dec 6-8, 13-15. Miracle on 34th Street The Play at The Indiana Theater. The Indiana Theater, Indiana. 724427-5141, theindianatheater.com
Dec 6. Homer City Lite-Up Night. Downtown Homer City, Homer City. 724-388-1327
Dec 6-29. Presque Isle Lights. Presque Isle State Park, Erie. www.discoverpi.com/events/presque-isle-lights
Dec 6-8. 25th Annual Christmas in the Mountains. Various, Donegal. 724542-4660
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Dec 6-7. Ronald Dahl’s “Willy Wonka Jr.”. Greensburg Garden & Civic Center, Greensburg. 724.414.1220 , https://GCTheatre.org
Dec 6-7, 13-14, 20-21. Holly Jolly Trail & Light Show. The Property by Nova Destinations, Pulaski. 724-6987026, https://www.nova.wine
Dec 7. Lite-Up Night, Blairsville. The Diamond in Blairsville, Blairsville. 724459-9100
Dec 7, 14. First Commonwealth Bank Presents: “It’s A Wonderful Life‚“ Festival. Downtown Indiana, Indiana. www.visitindianacountypa.org/iawl
Dec 7, 14. Have Yourself a Merry Local Christmas at Lone Oak Farm Lone Oak Farm, Marion Center. 724397-0101, www.loneoakfarmpa.com
Dec 7. Merry on the Mountain Holiday Kick-off & Tree Lighting. Blue Knob All Seasons Resort, Claysburg https://blueknob.com
Dec 7. Waynesburg Christmas Parade. Downtown Waynesburg, Waynesburg. greenechamber.org/christmas-parade/
Dec 8. Winter Wonderland Market. The Barn at Ligonier Valley, Ligonier. https://ligoniercountrymarket.com
Dec 12. Frank Sinatra Christmas Tribute Featuring Steve Lippia. The Scottish Rite Cathedral, New Castle. www.cathedralnewcastle.com/events-calendar/
Dec 13. A Very, Very Merry Holiday Concert. The Indiana Theater, Indiana. 724-427-5141
Dec 14. Reading with Mrs. Claus at The Indiana Free Library. Indiana Free Library , Indiana. 724-465-8841
Dec 14. Saturday Morning Playhouse Interactive Children’s Theater. Philadelphia Street Playhouse, Indiana. www. indianaplayers.com
Dec 18. Christmas with The Tenors. Westminster College Orr Auditorium, New Wilmington. (800) 942-8033, https://www.westminster.edu/about/ community/celebrity-series/
Dec 20. Rocky Mountain Christmas: The Music of John Denver Feat. Jim Curry. Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex , Indiana. 724-357-5222 , https://www.kovalchickcomplex.com/
Dec 21. Uncle Harry Day at The Artist Hand Gallery & Espresso Bar. Indiana. www.theartistshandgallery.com/
Dec 21. First Commonwealth Bank Presents: “It’s A Wonderful Life” Festival. Downtown Indiana, Indiana. https://www.visitindianacountypa.org/ iawl/
WESTERN REGION calendar of events
Dec 23. Festivus at Disobedient Spir its. Disobedient Spirits, Homer City. https://www.disobedientspirits.com/
Dec 31. Sylvester Celebration: Ger man New Year. Harmony. https://harmonybusinessas sociation.com/events/
JANUARY
Jan 8-9. Broadway In Erie Presents: Pretty Woman: The Musical. Theater, Erie. 814-452-4857, https:// nacentertainment.com/pretty-womanbroadway-in-erie/
Jan 20. American Red Cross Blood Drive: The Indiana Day of Giving. diana Mall, Indiana. 724-463-6110
Jan 24. Ghost Nite II. Rite Cathedral, New Castle. (724) 6548408
FEBRUARY
Feb 2. 49th Annual New Castle Brid al Fair and Women’s Expo. tish Rite Cathedral, New Castle. (724) 654-8408, Find us on Facebook.
Feb 3. United Way Souper Bowl TBD, Indiana. 724-463-0277, www.uwin dianacounty.org
Feb 7-9. Greasepaint Players’ pres ents “Pippin”. Civic Center, Greensburg. 724-414.-220 , https://GCTheatre.org
Feb 25-26. Broadway In Erie Presents: The Cher Show. Warner Theatre, Erie. 814-452-4857, https:// nacentertainment.com/the-cher-showbroadway-in-erie/
Just 30 minutes northwest Just 30 minutes northwest of Pittsburgh, PA! of Pittsburgh, PA!
Bundle up, pack the car, & escape to Beaver County, PA for a winter getaway. Stay, dine, and experience unique attractions, transformed spaces, and picture-perfect outdoor adventures.
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Beaver County Brewery Trail
Embark on a sudsy adventure through the heart of Beaver County's thriving craft beer scene! Our brewery trail promises a delightful journey through some of the finest craft breweries in the region. Whether you're a seasoned beer connoisseur or just looking for a fun day out, this trail has something for everyone.
