Visit Potter-Tioga Pennsylvania

Wellsboro Community Concert Association Six Concert Season Subscription
2023-09-14 19:30 (America/New_York) | Deane Center for the Performing Arts, 104 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
The Wellsboro Community Concert Association (WCCA) is celebrating it’s 76th year of live entertainment. Our 2024-2025 season again consists of 6-Concerts. Please consider our Season subscription which is still only $75! That works out to only $12.50 per show. We offer student pricing and kids ages 12 and under are free when accompanied by a paying adult. Individual concert tickets are available for $30.
​SPECIAL CONCERT (NOT PART OF OUR REGULAR SEASON)
Kitchen Dwellers—Fri., Nov. 1, 2024—Folk infused Bluegrass Quartet spiked with phantasmic vision & Rock energy We’re sorry but student and children’s pricing does not apply to this show. All seats will be $39
A LIMITED NUMBER OF SEASON COMBO TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR A DISCOUNTED PRICE WHICH INCLUDES THE SIX-CONCERT REGULAR SEASON PLUS THE KITCHEN DWELLERS AT A PRICE OF $110. AVAILABLE ONLINE ONLY
​FREE STORYTELLING OUTREACH PROGRAMS
The Wellsboro Community Concert Association will be presenting two FREE performances by Adam Booth, award winning storyteller, educator, and musician. On Friday evening December 13th he’ll present The Heron’s Journey, a multidisciplinary program that has been selected for the 2024-25 Mid-Atlantic Arts Touring Roster. On Saturday, December 14th he will tell stories especially appropriate for children at a matinee performance.

Astronomy & the Night Sky
2023-09-15 20:45 | Ole Bull State Park, 31 Valhalla Lane, Cross Fork, PA, 17729, United States
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 with those constellations. All programs will be cancelled in the event of rain or thunder.

LIBERTY FARMER'S MARKET
2023-09-16 09:00 - 13:00, 2023-09-23 09:00 - 13:00 | Liberty Farmer’s Market, 8586 State Route 414, Liberty, PA, 16930
The Liberty Farmer’s Market will open in style on Saturday, April 29, 2023. The market is located at 8586 Route 414 in Liberty, PA and will be open from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM every Saturday now through October 7th.

Advanced Drawing Classes at the Gmeiner
2023-09-16 09:30 - 12:00, 2023-09-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center, 134 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
The Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center is excited to offer a series of advanced drawing classes with Kathy Pilling-Whitney. Over the course of two classes, Kathy will teach students how to draw forms turning in space. The classes will be held from 9:30 AM to 12 PM on two consecutive Saturdays, September 16th and 23rd. These classes are free, but students must provide their own materials. Open to students ages 16 and older. Pre-registration is required. To register, please contact the director of the Gmeiner at 570-724-1917 or director@gmeinerartculturalcenter.org
In the first class, students will learn how to draw sections of drapery, aka “ribbons.” Then they will learn how to overlap and weave the ribbon design, and finally how to shade the ribbons using color to push and pull the forms in space. The second class will build on those skills, teaching students how to draw folds of drapery, including clothing, using charcoal.
The materials needed for these classes are: a pencil, a kneaded (workable) eraser, Vine willow charcoal, colored pencils (Crayola or Prismacolor 12 or 24 set), 4 sheets of 12x 18, 16x 20 or 18×24 inch white paper, and 4 pieces of 16×20 or 18×24 inch white charcoal paper.

Step Outdoors TRYathlon & 5K Run/Walk
2023-09-16 10:00 - 14:00 | Hills Creek State Park, 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, 16901, United States
Join us for the annual Step Outdoors TRYathlon! This shorter triathlon (trail running, kayaking/canoeing, and biking) is well-suited for both the serious competitor and the average athlete that would like to challenge themselves. Thus – the TRY in the TRYathlon. A stand-alone 5K run/walk is an option as well. Pre-registration required by completing the event form (available at link below). There is no event-day registration. Great event for a first-time competitor or families! Run, Paddle, and Bike in teams of two or three or you may compete solo. More information and past results are posted at www.stepoutdoors.org Register before Sept. 1 for a really cool event shirt.

Knit a Cowl in the Round
2023-09-16 10:00 - 14:00 | Potter County Artisan Center, 227 N Main Street, Coudersport, PA, United States
Join us for a 2-part intermediate knitting class at the Potter County Artisan Center on September 9th and September 16th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
All materials are including for this class. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Please call 814-274-8165

Understanding Elk Behavior
2023-09-16 11:00 - 13:00 | Sinnemahoning State Park, 4843 Park Road, Austin, PA, 16720, United States
This year when watching elk, do more than just count antler points, learn to read elk behavior by understanding herd dynamics, body language and vocalizations. Interactive program that is fun for all ages.

2nd Annual Liberty Fall Fun In The Park
2023-09-16 12:00 - 20:00 | Liberty Community Park, Blockhouse Rd / Old Rt 15, Liberty, PA, 16930
Come join us for our 2nd Annual Liberty Fall Fun in the Park!! A day filled with FUN activities for the whole family! Arts & Crafts + Vendors + Hay Bale Maze for the Kiddos + Much, Much More!

Canning Salsa with Jessica Webster
2023-09-16 13:00 | Rookie Cooks Academy, 68 Main St. 2nd floor, Wellsboro, PA, 16901
COST: $49 pp, only 1 person per cart for this class (limited to 15 carts)
1:00 pm at Rookie Cooks NEW LOCATION (68 Main Street, 2nd Floor)
You will need to bring 6-quart size canning jars with 2-piece lids to this class. We DO NOT provide the jars.

Lagers & Lumberjacks
2023-09-16 16:00 - 19:00 | Pennsylvania Lumber Museum, 5660 US 6 West, Ulysses, PA, 16948, United States
SAVE THE DATE!!–Put on your flannel and join us for an evening of lumberjack competition. Watch as semi-professional competitors take on six timbersport events. Enjoy beverage samples from Log yard Brewing and tasty eats from area food trucks. Try your hand at throwing some axes at the museum’s new axe throwing course.
Tickets go on sale August. 16
Note: The museum will be open for regular visitation on September 16 but only from 9am-3pm to provide staff time to set up for the evening’s event.

Pontoon Tour of the Stevenson Reservoir
2023-09-17 09:00 - 10:15, 2023-09-24 09:00 - 10:15 | Sinnemahoning State Park, 4843 Park Road, Austin, PA, 16720, United States
Join park staff for a relaxing and informative tour around the lake, as we cruise the shoreline of the George B. Stevenson Reservoir in search of wildlife.
Pontoon boat tours are scheduled to begin in June and continue until the end of September. Tours are offered on most Sundays and other selected dates throughout the season, with three tours offered on each date.
There is no fee for regular Sunday interpretive pontoon boat tours, but DONATIONS ARE REQUESTED.
Group size is limited. To reserve a seat, please pre-register. Pre-registration is not required but is strongly recommended.
Program time is 1 hour 15 minutes. Life vests and binoculars will be provided. After the passengers are fitted with life vests and seated on the boat, the tour will last approximately one hour.
If you need an accommodation to participate in PA State Park activities due to a disability, please contact the park you plan to visit. With at least seven days’ notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
For more information about programs at Sinnemahoning State Park, please call the park office at 814-647-8401.

Homemade Pasta and Sauces
2023-09-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Rookie Cooks Academy, 68 Main St. 2nd floor, Wellsboro, PA, 16901
COST: $59 pp, or $39 for 2nd person to share a cart (limited to 15 carts).
1:00 pm at Rookie Cooks NEW LOCATION (68 Main Street, 2nd Floor)

Our location is on the second floor, and the BRAND-NEW ELEVATOR is up and running, so steps are no longer an issue! If you would like to do the steps for exercise, there are 23 steps to the 2nd floor.
From your apron to your pots and pans, all ingredients, and even take-out containers, we provide everything for you. This is where cooking is FUN!
We do have a BYOB policy for all classes, with the exception of children’s classes. You MUST have a valid ID to present to a staff member when requested. We do reserve the right to ask guests that are intoxicated to leave if they are behaving in an unsafe manner or causing unnecessary disturbances.
You MUST wear close-toed shoes when attending any of our classes.
Your payment is non-refundable unless you are able to sell the seat(s) to someone else or we are able to fill them from a waiting list.
We do reserve the right to cancel if we do not get enough response for the class.
IF YOU HAVE A FOOD ALLERGY, please call our office to discuss options before registering for a class.

Harrison Valley 2nd Annual OKTOBERFEST
2023-09-19 08:00 - 17:00 | Harrison Valley Community Building, E Main St, Harrison Valley, PA, 16927
Join us for our Annual Oktoberfest. Vendors, Parade, Apple vs. Pumpkin Dessert Auction. Something for Everyone.

Young Artisan’ class
2023-09-19 15:00 - 16:30 | Potter County Artisan Center, 227 N Main Street, Coudersport, PA, United States
Artist, Laurie Angood, will teach a ‘Young Artisan’ class (Grades 2-6) on Tuesday, September 19 from 3:00-4:30 pm. Students will complete a ‘Squeegee Painting’ of colorful cats. Cost is $20.00. All materials are provided.
To register for these classes, please call the center at 814-274-8165. The co-op cannot guarantee registration via Facebook or Messenger. The co-op is located at 227 N. Main Street and is open 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Saturday

Wellsboro Growers Market
2023-09-21 14:30 - 17:30 | First Presbyterian Church, 130 Main St., Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
The Wellsboro Growers Market will be open from 2:30pm to 5:30pm every Thursday through October on the front lawn of the First Presbyterian Church at 130 Main Street in Wellsboro, next to the Green Free Library, weather permitting.
Those who want to participate at an upcoming market are asked to email Jeff Berry at wellsborogrowersmarket@gmail.com. For updates on who and what will be at the market, visit the Wellsboro Growers Market Facebook page.

2023 Friends of the NRA Banquet
2023-09-21 17:00 | Tioga County Fairgrounds, 2258 Charleston Rd, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
Join other champions of the Second Amendment for dinner, games, auctions, and fun with a chance to win exclusive NRA guns, gear, décor, and collectibles!
Doors open at 5:00 p.m.
Dinner at 7:00 p.m.

Austin Dam Pow-Wow and Gathering
2023-09-22 - 2023-09-24 | Austin Dam Park, 5384 State Route 872, Austin, PA, 16720, United States
Austin Dam Gathering & Pow-wow! This is an intertribal pow-wow, so all are welcome. There will be dancing, drumming, singing, venders & food and much more… All drummers, singers, dancers are welcome. There will be onsite camping available. Setup day will Friday and stay until Monday. Pow-wow days will be Sat & Sun. Of course we will be practicing social distancing. Any other questions please contact Russ (570)-550-1744 or email standingwolf357@yahool.com . We hope see see all of our friends and family there NO ALCOHOL, DRUGS, FIREARMS OR POLITICS ALLOWED!

ELEPHANTS GRAVEYARD BY GEORGE BRANT
2023-09-22 19:30, 2023-09-23 19:30 | Deane Center for the Performing Arts, 104 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
Based on the true tale of the 1916 collision of a struggling circus and a tiny town in Tennessee, Elephant’s Graveyard combines historical fact and legend, exploring the deep-seated American craving for spectacle, violence and revenge. You become both observer and town inhabitant when experiencing this play and will leave pondering the reflection of humanity–and our actions as members of this world.

Crooked Cross Gravel Ride
2023-09-23 08:00 | Crooked Creek Campground, 112 John Deere Lane, Gaines, PA, 16921, United States
Are you one of those people that are starting to pace, thinking about the onset of winter? Do you often feel bored on your current bike rides and are left wanting for something more? Is your Peloton screen starting to make your eyes glaze over? Fear not dear fellow cyclists, the 1st annual Crooked-Cross Gravel Ride is here! Come on over with the family and enjoy a good challenge before hibernation mode sets in. You have the option of a 40 Mile Taunt or the 70 Mile Dare through parts of the infamous Pennsylvania Grand Canyon.

52 Hike Challenge - Pennsylvania NPLD hike at Hills Creek State Park
2023-09-23 10:00 - 14:00 | Hills Creek State Park, 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, 16901, United States
Spend the morning of National Public Lands Day on a hike with 52 Hike Challenge Pennsylvania at the beautiful Hills Creek State Park.
Join 52 Hike Challenge – Pennsylvania at Hills Creek State Park
in Wellsboro.
If you have never been to Wellsboro, you are in for a treat! It is highly recommended that you plan to spend some time before or after this hike exploring this great area.
Tiffany will be leading a group hiking the 3 mile Lake Trail ( description here ). There are two other short loops that we will could also choose to explore if time allows. The last time she was in this area was at the height of Canadian wildfire smoke, so she cannot wait to see it on a nice day.
The online waiver MUST be completed here before attending.
Please bring the 10 essentials , water, trekking poles, appropriate hiking shoes or boots.

Hometown Science Festival 2024
2023-09-23 12:00 - 16:00 | On the Green, Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901
Please join us on the Green in Wellsboro to learn about local science and take part in a wide variety of hands-on STEM activities for children and families. We’ll celebrate the importance of science in our community as well as the excitement of discovery and learning! Hometown Science Festival is free and open to the public.

Nature Craft Birdfeeders
2023-09-23 14:30 | Ole Bull State Park, 31 Valhalla Lane, Cross Fork, PA, 17729, United States
Do you know the difference between a bird song vs a bird call? Join us at the amphitheater to learn some common Pennsylvania bird songs. Afterward, we’ll make homemade bird feeders that you can take home with you! This program is developed for younger children, but all ages are welcomed!

Wellsboro Block Party
2023-09-23 15:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Wellsboro, Wellsboro, PA, 16901
Come join this awesome community event. Wellsboro is having a Block Party. Food, music, games, and so much more. You won’t want to miss it.

Nature at Night
2023-09-23 19:00 - 19:45 | Cherry Springs State Park, 4551 Cherry Springs Rd, Galeton, PA, 16922, United States
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!
If you arrive early you can bring a picnic! Picnic tables and charcoal grills are on site next to the Night Sky Public Viewing Area.
Registration is NOT required for the Nature at Night programs.
—
If you have questions or would like to know when a specific topic or animal will be featured during a Nature at Night program, email cherryspringsee@pa.gov or call the park office at 814-435-1037.
Park programs occur on the Night Sky Public Viewing Area. Park in the gravel lot and follow the walkway next to the restrooms to the seating area. Since seating is limited, you may want to bring a chair and/or blanket.
We ask that park visitors please leave their pets at home. Dim lighting, large crowds and sensitive equipment do not create a pet-friendly environment.
All programs will be cancelled in the event of rain or thunder.

Night Sky Tour - Intro to the Fall Sky
2023-09-23 20:00 - 20:45 | Cherry Springs State Park, 4551 Cherry Springs Rd, Galeton, PA, 16922, United States
Experience the wonder of the night sky at Cherry Springs State Park through a laser-guided tour conducted by park staff.
Explore the constellations of Ursa Major (Big Bear, containing the Big Dipper), Perseus, and Andromeda. Listen as we recount the legends and myths surrounding these mysterious patterns in the sky. Learn about park history, current use, and the importance of dark night skies. Learn about park history, current use, and the importance of dark night skies.
Registration encouraged, but not required. Should we need to cancel or modify a program due to weather, etc., we will email all registered participants. Optional registration will open 45 days before the program.
—-
Cold weather note: Program will be cancelled if forecasted windchill is below 25°F, or if rain or snow is forecast.
—-
While you may still observe on your own at the park without attending a program, all visitors should arrive before dark.
Programs occur at Night Sky Public Viewing Area. Park in the gravel lot and follow the walkway next to the restrooms to the seating area. Since seating is limited, you may want to bring a chair and/or blanket.
We ask that park visitors please leave their pets at home. Dim lighting, large crowds and sensitive equipment do not create a pet-friendly environment.
All programs will be cancelled in the event of rain or thunder.
Check the Clear Sky Chart or Astrospheric for 48-hour forecasts of cloud cover and viewing conditions.

Through Our Telescopes: Moon and Planet Watch
2023-09-23 20:45 - 21:30 | Cherry Springs State Park, 4551 Cherry Springs Rd, Galeton, PA, 16922, United States
Under the guidance of our volunteers and staff, embark on an amazing telescope tour of the night sky. This evening we’re focusing on Saturn, Jupiter and the Moon.
No pre-registration required. Telescopes available on a first-come, first-serve basis for the time listed. Availability is subject to staff/volunteer availability, weather conditions, and crowd size limitations.
—-
Park programs occur on the Night Sky Public Viewing Area. Park in the gravel lot and follow the walkway next to the restrooms to the seating area. Since seating is limited, you may want to bring a chair and/or blanket
All programs will be cancelled in the event of rain or thunder.
Telescopes will not be available in the event of significant cloud-cover.
We ask that all visitors please leave pets at home. Dim lighting, large crowds and sensitive equipment do not create a pet-friendly environment.
Check the Clear Sky Chart or Astrospheric for 48-hour forecasts of cloud cover and viewing conditions.
