A decade before women gained the right to vote, Henrietta Leavitt and her fellow women “computers” transformed the science of astronomy. In the Harvard Observatory, Leavitt found 2,400 new variable stars and made important discoveries about their fluctuating brightness, enabling fellow scientists to map the Milky Way and beyond. This inspiring drama explores the determination,…
Join us on Sunday, May 19th to #GoGreyInMay for the 4th annual Pine Creek Jon Regaaaatta! Enjoy a beautiful paddle on upper Pine Creek followed by an after-party with some great raffle prizes, music from Distracted Kin, delicious beers from Bluestone Brewing Company, and wood-fired pizzas from Fiammata Pizza! As always, proceeds from the event…
What is happening to our pine trees? Join TCWOA as Marshall Hamilton, Service Forester, PA DCNR Bureau of Forestry, talks about the Plight of the Pine Tree in a walkabout presentation. We will be meeting at The Lodge which is surrounded by stands of various species of pine tree for an in-depth look at what…
The CHOIR TOO (2nd through 4th grade singers) and the TREBLE CHOIR (5th through 8th grade singers) will present their Spring Concert on Sunday, May 19th at the First Presbyterian Church in Wellsboro at 2:30pm. The Treble Choir will be just returning from their spring tour to Maryland, where they are set to explore much…
Come and have some fun learning how to do the FOXTROT. Lessons will be given at the Deane Center Lobby on Mondays from April 22nd to May 20th between 7:00 pm and 8:00 pm. Dances are the most fun way to get activity without it ever feeling like exercise. To register or for questions please…
Come and Support Local Vendors at the 2024 Growers Market! Held each Thursday from May-October on the lawn of First Presbyterian Church Wellsboro from 2pm-5pm!
Join us for the 32nd Annual Blossburg State Coal Festival Friday May 24 and Saturday May 25th of Memorial Day Weekend 2024. We have an exciting event lined up this year with the introduction of a 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament, Car Show, Fireworks, Mining History, Music, Games, Inflatables, Little League Games and more.
Bring the family to the Campground amphitheater and join a park educator for a Friday night showing of the PBS Nature special “Charlie & the Curious Otters”
Did you know we have 14 frog & 3 toad species in the state? Do you know what they all sound like? Come on out to the amphitheater to discover unique ways to remember your calls. For example, one frog call even sounds like sleigh bells. Afterwards, we’ll test what you learned with a fun…
Coming to a Night Sky Program, but arriving early? Join park staff for a family friendly Nature at Night Program! These programs feature fascinating creatures that enjoy the night as much as we do at Cherry Springs. Possible topics include: fireflies, owls, bats, black bears and more! Registration is not required for Nature at Night…
When was the last time you looked up at the stars? Did you know, that when you're looking up, you're actually looking into the past? Come on out to the pet campground playground area & join park staff to learn a little bit about the night sky, what seasonal constellations appear, & some myths & legends associated…
Saturday Morning Birding Walks at Hills Creek State Park begin on Saturdays in April and May All 8:00 A.M. - 10:00 A.M. Meet at the Hills Creek State Park Office prior to 8am and leave promptly. Usually attendees drive to a nearby starting location in the park. Members of the Tiadaghton Audubon Society will lead…