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History Comes Alive - Harriet Tubman - Deane Center
2026-03-24 19:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Deane Center for the Performing Arts, 104 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
Head to the Deane Center for the Performing Arts in Wellsboro on Tuesday, March 24th at 7:30 pm for a History Comes Alive presentation, “Harriet Tubman” featuring Dr. Daisy Century.

Born Araminta Ross, Harriet Tubman lived as a slave on a Maryland plantation. Frequently threatened, beaten, whipped, and starved, Ms. Tubman’s indomitable spirit could not be broken. A Union spy during the Civil War as well as a nurse, Ms. Tubman directed her consider energies towards humanitarian causes that included women’s suffrage after the war.

Dr. Daisy Century considers Harriet Tubman her role model, someone who encouraged her to put others first and to lead by example. Like her inspiration, Daisy grew up on a farm, has a wonderful singing voice and is a determined woman of conviction: once they start a project, they must see it through to completion. Harriet Tubman reveals a woman who made up her mind as a young girl that things could be better than they were, “I had reasoned this out in my mind. There was one of two things I had a right to – liberty or death. If I could not have one, I would have the other.” Tubman shows us a woman who found freedom for herself and then made sure others were brought to freedom.
Sponsored by America250PA and the Charles Knox & Margaret Etner Foundation.

Pokemon Club
2026-03-26 15:30, 2026-04-02 15:30, 2026-04-09 15:30, 2026-04-16 15:30, 2026-04-23 15:30, 2026-04-30 15:30, 2026-05-07 15:30, 2026-05-14 15:30 and 5 more dates | Pop’s Culture Shoppe, 25 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, United States
Meet other fans at Pop’s Culture Shoppe in Wellsboro every Thursday at 3:30 pm who love to collect the cards and play Pokémon.
Learn the basics, improve your game, and even play in tournaments with our Professor of Pokémon! Free!
Visit the website or call Pop’s Culture Shoppe for details.

Hefty Round Basket Making Class with Cathy Snyder
2026-03-28 09:30 - 13:00 | Potter County Artisan Center, 227 N Main Street, Coudersport, PA, United States
Cathy Snyder, master basket weaver, will be teaching a Hefty Round Basket Making Class on Saturday, March 28th from 9:30 am-3:00 pm at the Potter County Artisan Center in Coudersport.
Price of the class is $40.00. Materials included. Bring a snack and drink.
Events and Classes are supported in part by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts and Elk County Council ont he Arts, state agencies funded by the state of Pennsylvania.

Antler Adventure Program at Sinnemahoning State Park
2026-03-28 13:00 - 15:00 | Sinnemahoning State Park, 4843 Park Road, Austin, PA, 16720, United States
Join a park naturalist and head out in search of shed antlers from White-tailed Deer and Rocky Mountain Elk. This 2-hour program at Sinnemahoning State Park, on Saturday, March 28th program involves walking over uneven terrain. Bring the entire family, this program is appropriate for all ages.
To take part in this educational program, head to the 40 Maples Day Use Area to meet with park educators offering this program.

Woodcock Walk at Sinnemahoning State Park
2026-03-28 19:30 - 20:30 | Sinnemahoning State Park, 4843 Park Road, Austin, PA, 16720, United States
The sights and sounds of the American Woodcock’s “sky dance” display is a traditional sign of spring across eastern North America. Join a Park educator at Sinnemahoning State Park, on Saturday, March 28th at 7:30 pm for a one-hour walk down the Lowlands Trail where you will look and listen for the whistling wings of these interesting birds.
To take part in this educational program, head to the Wildlife Center to meet with park educators offering this program. Please wear appropriate footwear as conditions require.

Art Journaling for Wellness Class at Potter County Artisan Center
2026-03-29 13:00 - 15:00 | Potter County Artisan Center, 227 N Main Street, Coudersport, PA, United States
Elaine Barney will be teaching an “Art Journaling for Wellness” class at the Potter County Artisan Center on Sunday, March 29th from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Students will create a mixed media art journal for their wellness journey during this class. All supplies included int he registration.
To register for this classes or other events, please call the Potter County Artisan Co-op on 814-274-8165. The co-op is located at 227 N. Main Street. The co-op’s hours are Monday through Saturday 9:00-5:00.
Need an activity while visiting the area? Potter County Artisan Co-op can arrange a private group class for you and your friends at your convenience. Just call ahead or message us on Facebook. Events and classes are supported in part by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts and the Elk County Council on the Arts, state agencies funded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

David Julia Concert at the Deane Center
2026-04-10 19:30 - 21:30 | Deane Center for the Performing Arts, 104 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
Head to the Deane Center’s Coolidge Theater on Friday, April 10th at 7:30 PM for a great night of live music featuring guitarist, singer-songwriter and entertainer David Julia.

A native of Central Florida, David began his professional career playing at his hometown Italian restaurant at only ten years old. By 13, David was playing his music all over the state. From regionally touring to competing and performing in the Memphis-based Blues Foundations International Blues Challenge four years in a row, David Julia is an up-and-coming force in the country’s Blues scene.
Sponsored by Nix Coach Interiors & Raise the Region
$30 Tabled Ticket or General Admission
$20/Large table seating 8
$10/Small table seating 4

John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band in Concert
2026-04-11 19:30 - 21:30 | Deane Center for the Performing Arts, 104 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
Wellsboro Community Concert Association presents a night of bluegrass music performed by an incredible musician on Saturday, April 11th at the Deane Center.
The John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band (J2B2) is an all-star bluegrass supergroup featuring four legendary, award-winning musicians, John Jorgenson (Acoustic Guitar, Mandolin and Vocals); Herb Pedersen (Banjo, Acoustic Guitar and Vocals), Mark Fain (Bass), and Patrick Sauber (Acoustic Guitar and Vocals). Their live shows, both nationally and internationally, have received stellar reviews. Their music is the “high lonesome sound” of American roots music at its finest. They combine forces to form a union of impeccable musicianship, incomparable songwriting, incredible harmony vocals (a fresh twist combining bluegrass with elements of West Coast folk rock) and seasoned showmanship.
This is the fifth concert of the WCCA 77th Six-Concert Season.

Plant a Petunia with Yolie- Golden Afternoons Deane Center
2026-04-14 13:00 - 14:00 | Deane Center for the Performing Arts, 104 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
Enjoy a fun seasonal event at the Deane Center when the Golden Afternoons series presents “Plant a Petunia with Yolie” on Tuesday April 14th at 1:00 pm! Leister’s donates a variety of petunia plugs every year for participants to plant in a 4 1/2″ pot – everybody gets a free petunia to grow!
Free refreshments will be served as part of this Golden Afternoons presentation free for Tioga County seniors presented in the lobby of the center.

History Comes Alive - Abigail Adams - Deane Center
2026-04-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Deane Center for the Performing Arts, 104 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
Head to the Deane Center for the Performing Arts in Wellsboro on Tuesday, April 14th at 7:30 pm for a History Comes Alive presentation, “Abigail Admas” featuring Kim Hanley.

In her many letters Abigail Adams expressed the concerns and accomplishments of an early American patriotic woman. Her most famous request was for Congress to “Remember the ladies” in the creation of the Constitution of the United States. It was her clear understanding that women’s influences in the domestic sphere were as integral to the development of a new nation as the more public efforts of the founding fathers. Family economics, children’s education and civic responsibility, are the primary concerns of Abigail Adams. Her requests for legislation to benefit future generations included the necessity of education for all children regardless of sex or color, as well as the right to self-determination for all individuals including the emancipation of slaves and granting wives equal status under the law. An understanding of her hopes for posterity begs the question: If the founding fathers would have heeded Mrs. Adams advice sooner, would the nation have been spared years of strife from civil war to civil rights? A conversation with “Dear Abigail”, 18th century wife and mother provides insight into the concerns of today’s Americans.

Ms. Hanley’s interactive school programs involve audience members who begin with large piles of money that grow smaller with each tax act that the British Parliament passes, illustrating the economic tyranny the colonials faced under British rule. Abigail contrasts this inequality with a look into an egalitarian marriage of two intelligent, articulate people who value themselves, each other and their relationship.

Sponsored by America250PA and the Charles Knox & Margaret Etner Foundation.

Spring Antique Show & Sawmill Run
2026-04-18 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-19 09:00 - 16:00 | Pennsylvania Lumber Museum, 5660 US 6 West, Ulysses, PA, 16948, United States
Head to the Pennsylvania Lumber Museum on Saturday and Sunday, April 18th and 19th for the Spring Antique Show where vendors selling a wide variety of items will be on hand with unique collectables and items.
Enjoy a sawmill demonstration on Saturday (ONLY, 10-3), birch still and other historic demonstrations and operation of the Eastern Loggers model railroad all weekend; a cooking demonstration and tasting featuring wild leeks from 11am-2pm both Saturday and Sunday; food and craft vendors set-up outside.

Greg Piccolo and Heavy Juice Concert
2026-04-25 19:30 - 21:30 | Deane Center for the Performing Arts, 104 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
Get ready for a night of Jazz spiced with Blues, R&B, and Rock when Greg Piccolo and Heavy Juice take to the stage of the Deane Center in ta performance presented by Wellsboro Community Concert Association!

Greg Piccolo has a legendry career spanning over 60 years. He continues to captivate audiences with timeless performances and unmatched artistry. A lifelong performer he’s never shied away from creating an engaging experience for his fans, ensuring that each show is as unique as it is memorable, spontaneous, with no set list, he’s driven by his mood and the energy of the moment. His unwavering commitment and skillful tenor saxophone playing, unique vocal style, and charismatic stage presence have earned him a respected place among the best in the industry. Greg has collaborated with Pat Benatar, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jimmie Vaughan including a multi-year stint with the “Tilt-A-Whirl” Band, Eric Clapton, Big Joe Turner, and Eddie “Cleanhead” Vinson, among many others. Heavy Juice is composed of Shinichi Otsu (Organ/Piano/Bass) and Steve Langone (Drums), both are also respected educators at Berklee College of Music, further elevating the caliber of this performance. This show will be an unforgettable night of exceptional traditional jazz, flavored with blues, classic Rhythm & Blues along with a smidgen of Rock & Roll.
Experience the magic of Greg Piccolo and Heavy Juice. at this Sixth concert of the WCCA 77th Six Concert series.

King of the Wing
2026-05-09 10:00 - 17:00 | John J. Collins Park, Union Street, Galeton, PA, 16922, United States
Bring your appetite and head to Galeton on Saturday, May 9th, for one of the northern tier’s favorite events!
The Galeton Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its annual King of the Wing chicken wing cook off contest on Saturday, May 9th from 10am-5pm at the John J. Collins Memorial (Centertown) Park in Galeton. Plan now to join friends new and old for a day filled with family fun, great food, and entertainment – all for the love of the “Buffalo Wing” and to raise money for the Galeton Fireworks Committee.
Wings will be judged at 4:30pm. Trophies will be awarded for the following categories: Best of show, fan favorite, and most sold.
Competitor registration and vendor information on the website – Galeton Area Chamber of Commerce – King of the Wing

Musician Ray Corse- Golden Afternoons Deane Center
2026-05-12 13:00 - 14:00 | Deane Center for the Performing Arts, 104 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
Enjoy an afternoon of fun accordion music at the Deane Center when the Golden Afternoons series presents musician Ray Corse on Tuesday, May 12th at 1:00 pm! Ray has performed for Golden Afternoons for ten years, always offering a fantastic time for those attending. He takes song requests and he knows all the old favorites.
Free refreshments will be served as part of this Golden Afternoons presentation free for Tioga County seniors presented in the lobby of the center.

History Comes Alive - Benjamin Franklin - Deane Center
2026-05-15 19:30 - 21:30 | Deane Center for the Performing Arts, 104 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
Head to the Deane Center for the Performing Arts in Wellsboro on Friday, May 15th at 7:30 pm for a History Comes Alive presentation, “Benjamin Franklin” featuring Barry Stevens.

Barry Stevens has been presenting Benjamin Franklin since 2005. He was tending campfire while participating as a member of the First Virginia Regiment (a company of Revolutionary War re-enactors). Visitors to the campfire would address him as “Ben” with such frequency and certainty that he outfitted himself as this special 18th Century gentleman and actually began answering their questions! His education of Dr. Franklin has led him to read and study extensively on the life and times of this American personality. That study is ongoing and without end. It has taken him to locations throughout the Colonies known to Dr. Franklin and even to Le Procope restaurant in Paris, France. On a recent trip he visited the Bakken Museum in Minneapolis, MN to gain insight into the electrical experiments conducted by Dr. Franklin. This experience is constantly being referenced as he presents Benjamin Franklin to eager and responsive audiences.
Engage Dr. Franklin in a conversation and experience for yourself the fun of interacting with living history.

Sponsored by America250PA and the Charles Knox & Margaret Etner Foundation.

84th Annual Pennsylvania State Mountain Laurel Festival
2026-06-13 - 2026-06-21 | Various Locations
Join the celebration of the commonwealth’s state flower in Wellsboro at the 84th Annual Pennsylvania State Mountain Laurel Festival when it is held June 13th through 21st, 2026 at sites across the beautiful Pennsylvania Grand Canyon region.
The week-long celebration will include a juried arts and crafts fair, queen’s pageant, pet parade, children’s health fair, foot races, a gospel sing, and several musical concerts, as well as the traditional two-hour Laurel Festival Parade. This is always a great week packed full of fun for the entire family!
For a complete schedule of events for this year’s event, visit the Chamber website at PA State Laurel Festival.
Photo of the lush mountain laurel by Photographer Linda Stager.

First Annual Valley Classic Car Show
2026-06-13 10:00 - 15:00 | Home Comfort Restaurant, 1131 Route 48, Westfield, PA, 16950
Classic car fans will want to head to the Home Comfort Restaurant in Westfield on Saturday, June 13th for the First Annual Valley Classic Car Show to see some amazing vintage automobiles, enjoy some fun entertainment, and make a great day out with vendors, games, and enjoying great food.
Make it a great day out in Tioga County with friends and neighbors celebrating the incredible vehicles you’ll see displayed at this family event!
