The Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center is thrilled to announce a very special event! On Tuesday, August 1st at 7PM the Endless Mountains Music Festival Brass Quintet will perform “under the Summer Sky” surrounded by the colorful, expressive art of Christiane David. Christiane’s artwork is free and spontaneous, inspired by music and nature. This pop-up…

Come out support the next generation of young business owners! These kids have been working hard all summer creating their own businesses. All profits are donated to charities and non-profits that the kids choose. This is a super fun event on the Green during the first Friday fun of August! You don’t want to miss…

Beavers are one of the only animals that physically change the environment to suit their needs  .Come on out to the amphitheater for a fun filled night to learn about the role these critters play in our ecosystem.  

Learn all about our largest canine in the state, such as where they came from, their diet, how to identify them and more. Mounts, hides, videos and other demos will highlight the presentation.

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 playground area & join park staff to learn a little bit about the night sky, what seasonal constellations appear, & some myths & legends associated with…

Come fish with us! Along with several community partners, we're hosting a free Family Fishing Program at Cowanesque Lake on August 5. PFBC staff, including Waterways Conservation Officers, will introduce you to: Fishing safety basics How to bait hooks Casting Fish at Cowanesque Lake You'll get to fish alongside WCOs, and they will answer regulation,…

Kanyon Kids Trail Race is a free event for kids 12 and under to come and meet friends, make new ones, and have some fun. Tyoga Running Club is offering this experience to give back to the community and to introduce young individuals into the rewarding sport of trail running. The course is a 5K…

Skate Competition, Concert, Pop Up shop!! August 5th right at the island park, sign ups will start at 10 am and the first group of skaters will start at 11 am, after all the skating there’s a concert with all local musicians. The only cost, is $10, if you want to compete in the skate…

Stop by the Wildlife Center classroom and learn about the form and function of bird’s bills by trying to collect different types of foods like a bird.

The Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center is thrilled to announce a widely varied exhibit in the Main Gallery for August, “Alice Mickey Hard: A Retrospective.” This exhibit will feature some of the work of beloved local art teacher, Alice Mickey Hard, who passed away in 2022. Exhibit guests will be able to view Alice’s incredible…

The Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center is pleased to announce a retrospective exhibit of Josh Crane’s pen and ink artwork in the Atrium Gallery for August titled, “Post Its.” The exhibit will open on Saturday, August 5th at noon. However, the reception for this and the Main Gallery exhibit will be held on Sunday, August…

These bright birds are one of the most recognizable flyers around. Did you know that cardinals are the state bird of seven, yes seven states! Come on over to the amphitheater to learn about this colorful bird & try your hand at drawing one step by step!

COST: $79 pp, or $59 for 2nd person to share a cart (limited to 15 carts). 5:00 pm at Rookie Cooks NEW LOCATION (68 Main Street, 2nd Floor) This second class in our Sizzling Summer Grilling series will focus on making your choice of fantastically grilled shrimp and scallops. Impress your family and friends as…

We are thrilled to invite everyone to enjoyable evening out including great music and a loved message. One of our local favorite artists, Chris Eckert, will be singing traditional and gospel music. As well as and Pastor Glen Halead giving us all message. This is a FREE event to all who would like to attend.…

You’ll forget he’s Greg Vadimsky from Somerville, New Jersey, when he plays Elton John in Greggie and The Jets. Greg Vadimsky is a man of many talents. He’s a published author of “100 Years of Horror, Vol. 1 (1919-1945),” with three more entertaining volumes in the pipeline. He claims inspiration by his grandmother Sophia’s weekend…

A park naturalist will give a brief interpretive talk about Otters followed by a showing of “The Homecoming” a one hour film about Pennsylvania River Otters.

This Sunday, Nov. 19 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine, the Nessmuk Rod and Gun Club is hosting its third and final running deer shoot at the club’s outdoor range at 4646 Route 287, 6.5 miles south of Wellsboro in Delmar Township. Club members and the public are invited to participate. The shooter…

How well do you know your calls of the wilds? Come on out to the nature center to learn & review different calls & sounds heard within Pennsylvania. Afterwards, we’ll test what you learned with a fun game of bingo.

Explore the history and management of our lake – all by canoe in a relaxed family setting. Boats, paddles, and PFD’s provided. PFD’s must be worn at all times. Limited space – registration required.  Register by visiting or calling the park office at 570-724-4246. No walk ups will be accepted.

Learn about our largest wild feline's history, management, life cycle, distribution, and more. Mounts, hides, skulls, photos, videos and other visual will highlight the presentation

CANCELLED - KOI Drag Racing will be at The Tioga County Pennsylvania Fair on Monday, August 7, 2023 for side by side heads up drag racing. We will have classes for everything at this race. Practice and registration will start at 5:00 pm and eliminations will start at 7:00 pm. Classes are $10.00 each except…

Do you have a talent to show off? $900 IN CASH PRIZES for the Pennsylvania Tioga County Fair Talent Contest. Register by Sunday, August 6, 2023 at tiogacountyfair.com, or call 570-404-4529.

Artist, Laurie Angood, will teach a “Teen Artisans” (grades 7-12) class on Friday, August 11 from 3:00 - 4:30 pm. Students will complete a multi-media painting representing the night sky.  Cost is $20.  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…

PRE-Registration is required. To register go to:  https://www.register-ed.com/events/view/200272 Going to catch a star show at Cherry Springs? Why not catch a fish first! This Intro to Fly-Fishing class is capped at 20 participants. This 4hr program will provide participants with 2hrs of hands-on instruction of equipment assembly, knot tying, aquatic macroinvertebrates, and casting. The remaining…

Whey Jennings performs a tribute show to his grandfather, Waylon Jennings. Whey Jennings grew up in a family full of country music royalty. His grandfather, the legendary Waylon Jennings and grandmother Jessi Cloter both had major success in the major music charts for decades. Jennings is a "rough around the edges, unpolished singer" with a…

This Friday, Aug. 11 at 6 p.m., the free outdoor summer concert series will feature Autumn Sun performing a mix of Americana, progressive and folk music on the outdoor stage at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro. The outdoor stage is located on the Central Avenue side of the building. The Deane Center’s summer outdoor series includes concerts…

Have you ever made any teas from trees? How about any jellies from nature? Swing by to sample some interesting wild plants picked & harvested in the park. We’ll chat about when to pick, how they’re made, how to harvest, & a lot more. Please bring a coffee mug. See you all there!! Meeting location…

With over 140 invasive species of plant threatening state land, natural areas, and agriculture, it's important to keep an eye out for these aggressive plants. Come learn about some of the most common invasive species found in Tioga County, the risks they pose to our native beauty, and what you can do to help stop the…

Come on out to the amphitheater to get educated about elk! We’re celebrating over a hundred years of the reintroduced species in the state. We’ll discuss the habitat they live in, what they eat, and much much more in a fun filled game show fashion.

Join Emily Flake, Hilary Campbell Fitzgerald, Billy Kelly, and Victor Varnado at The Gas Light for a hilarious night of stand-up comedy accompanied by their own cartoons/comics! These comedians have WAY too many credentials to list here, so check them out for yourself. www.emilyflake.com www.Thebillykellyshow.com www.cartoonsbyhilary.com facebook.com/VictorVarnado No cover charge; no tickets, so come early,…

PRE-Registration is required. To register go to:  https://www.register-ed.com/events/view/200272 Going to catch a star show at Cherry Springs? Why not catch a fish first! This Intro to Fly-Fishing class is capped at 20 participants. This 4hr program will provide participants with 2hrs of hands-on instruction of equipment assembly, knot tying, aquatic macroinvertebrates, and casting. The remaining…

During this year's Wellsboro ComicCon, Thomas Ask of the Pennsylvania College of Technology Makerspace program will be here from 10AM-5PM in the Studio at the Gmeiner for a free workshop open to anyone who wants to stop in. The tables will be set up foam smithing examples, such as a foam batterang and Link's leather…

Learn all about Pennsylvania's black bears. You will learn about their habitat, diet, behaviors, management, diseases, and more. Hides, skulls, videos, and other visuals will be displayed.

Try to catch the famous Perseid Meteor Shower! With bright meteors zooming in at about 1 per second, the Perseids are possibly the brightest and most famous meteor shower in the Northern Hemisphere. Saturn will also be at its closest and brightest and we’ll have a telescope available to view its rings and moons. Park…

Art, food, brew, music & family fun. Free admission. Pet friendly! Food: Tiny's Bar B QueBrew: Music: Molly's Boys Jug BandKids Corner Sponsor: 

This Sunday, Nov. 19 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine, the Nessmuk Rod and Gun Club is hosting its third and final running deer shoot at the club’s outdoor range at 4646 Route 287, 6.5 miles south of Wellsboro in Delmar Township. Club members and the public are invited to participate. The shooter…

Artist, Theresa Welsh, is offering a Paint ‘n’ Party on Thursday August 17, 6-8 pm. Price is $30.  Supplies included. To register for this class, 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…

PennDOT will hold a free Safety Day from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Friday, August 18 at the Keystone Welcome Center on Route 15 south in Tioga, PA. The event includes children’s activities, police, fire and construction equipment on display, free safety information and the PennDOT’s Workers’ Memorial.

We are getting closer to the most exciting weekend in Tioga! We will be holding our annual Kids Fun Run this year same time same place more fun! We hope to see you all there! Please RSVP to this event so we can have some sort of head count on kiddos!

At 6 p.m. this Friday, Aug. 18, the free outdoor summer concert series will feature Sweats on the outdoor stage located on the Central Avenue side of the Deane Center for the Performing Arts building at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro. Donations are always appreciated. This concert will be moved into the Coolidge Theatre if it rains. The members of Sweats write, play, and…

The Gmeiner is pleased to announce a presentation from Kerry Gyekis on his adventures as a Peace Corps Forester in the southeast Asian jungles during the Vietnam Era. Kerry will talk about his life during those troubled times, and will have copies of his diary and photographs available for audience members to look at. Please…

Do you know the difference between a bird song vs a bird call? Come on out to the  amphitheater  to learn about these differences. Along the way, learn some common birds and their distinct vocals. Afterward, we’ll play some fun and exciting bingo to test what you learned!!!

A 50K for 50 Bucks Race On The West Rim Trail Mostly Self-Supported Out To Bradley Wales And Back To Start Start time is 3:59am (start in the dark) Cutoff of Noon Breakfast will be served 1 Aid Station 1 Water Drop Low Frills Registration closes: Tue, Aug 1 @ 11:59 PM ET https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=102783

Check in starts at 8am. Race/walk at 9am. Online registrations only https://runsignup.com/Race/PA/Tioga/Tiogaoldhomeday5k

The You Are Never Alone Poker Run is a motorcycle (+other vehicle) ride to raise money for our Veterans In The Wild projects. This year we are working directly with local veteran and community member, Rex Rathbun. Rex is currently battling cancer and is working with TIMQ: Veterans In The Wild while undergoing his treatments.…

Enjoy a guided ride through the park on the Lowlands Trail. Bring your own bike or check out one of the parks loaner bikes. A park educator will lead the trip. Pre-Registration is Required if you plan to use one of the parks bikes.

Everybody knows ROY G BIV, but do you know the science behind the process? Come on over to the amphitheater to find out & learn. You’ll get to make an actual rainbow with science, then after, we’ll make a effervescent craft for you to take home. This program is geared towards kiddos!

A park naturalist will be on hand with nets and other equipment for catching and investigating the critters that live in First Fork of Sinnemahoning Creek. Learn to identify aquatic invertebrates and find out what their presence tells us about local water quality.

Come join us at the Potter County Artisan Center, Coudersport, for a fun evening celebrating the opening of our "Dark Sky Room"! Refreshments will be served, and music provided by Steve Quelet and Eppie Bailey.  Artisans are creating unique pieces to celebrate the Potter County Dark Sky.

Come out to Tioga Old Home Days Saturday August 19th. Show starts at 7! 

Join a park naturalist as we learn about the importance of freshwater mussels that live in Pennsylvania rivers and streams.

Join members of the Pennsylvania Wilds Astronomy Club (PaWildsAstro.org) for an evening observing session in Hills Creek State Park.  Observing will start at about 8:30 with a young moon in its crescent phase.  Once completely dark, the telescopes will move to objects highlighting the late summer sky, including clusters, nebulas, and double stars.  In the…

This Sunday, Nov. 19 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine, the Nessmuk Rod and Gun Club is hosting its third and final running deer shoot at the club’s outdoor range at 4646 Route 287, 6.5 miles south of Wellsboro in Delmar Township. Club members and the public are invited to participate. The shooter…

Sunday was the one day of the week that woodhicks could relax and unwind. Bring the family to try some of the games woodhicks played, like checkers and horseshoes, as well as a variety of other fun 19th century games.

Our national bird is more than a symbol of freedom. Did you know, they build the largest nest of any North American bird? Come on over to the amphitheater to learn about this fantastic flyer & try your hand at drawing one step by step!

Pre-registration is required for this event. To register, please go to http://eventsreg.dcnr.pa.gov/register/CreateSingle/10767 Want to give fishing a try? Join park staff on Sunday, August 20th for a family fishing event. This program will consist of one hour of instruction and education, followed by two hours of fishing in Lyman Run Lake. All materials, rods and…

This night time program offers a chance to see nocturnal wildlife in a unique way. After a brief orientation we will travel to spots in and around the park to “call in” a gray fox using night lights and an electronic game call. Other species possibly encountered will be deer, raccoons, owls, and coyotes. The…

The Lizards (Phish Tribute) will headline the opening night of the 2023 Austin Dam Show "Rock of Ages". Join us for 3 days of camping, music, family, and fun at the historic Austin Dam in Potter County, PA. Tickets and more info here: https://www.thedamshows.com "The Lizards made their debut in November of 2013, playing sold…

COST: $79 pp, or $59 for 2nd person to share a cart (limited to 15 carts). Our final class in the Sizzling Summer Grilling series will turn our attention and our cast-iron pans to steak. Learn how to grill a choice cut of beef that makes your mouth-water and your taste buds tingle. From seasoning…

Registration Required Capture the swirling, colorful beauty of galactic patterns and learn how to paint a galactic scene in watercolor. Materials provided. Follow the instructor exactly, or learn techniques to mix it up to create a painting that's all your own. Best for ages 10 and up. Children, teens and adults all welcome. Registration required…

What does an animal see? How do we know what they see? How do eyes differ from species to species? Through models , demonstrations, and video clips examine the vision of animals and how it differs from humans.

The Four Horsemen will headline Friday night at The 2023 Austin Dam Show "Rock of Ages". Join us for camping, music, family, and fun. Tickets and more information available here: https://www.thedamshows.com "Dedication to excellence is what separates U.S. metal heroes THE FOUR HORSEMEN from the ocean of 'tribute' bands. The only album-quality Metallica tribute band…

THIS IS A BRING-YOUR-OWN-HORSE-EVENT. Registration at 8:00a.m. with staggered departure beginning at 9:00a.m. (9, 9:20, 9:40, 10). Lunch, silent auction and raffles to follow. REGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/om5fQkjF5wbXd8uH8 Capped at 60 riders, 4 groups of 15 riders will navigate the designated trail route through the mountainous scenery of the Tioga State Forest. Groups will be staggered in…

Stop out to the Pavilion at Packer Park in Wellsboro PA and meet the members of Cedar Mountain Wildfire Crew from 12:00-4:00 pm Saturday, August 26th. We will be there to answer any questions about our organization, and have applications available. Smokey Bear will also be there from 1:00-2:00 pm!!!

Come to our 6th Annual Community Kids Day with LOTS of vendors, food, free fun, games, bounce houses and MORE! Kids can bring their stuffed animals so our Eye Doctors can check their stuffy's eyes and show them what a real exam would be like! We'll have lots of new stations and vendors this year!…

Theresa Welsh, will also offer a Paint and Assemble Wooden Cow workshop.  Saturday, August 26 from 2:00-4:30 pm.  Price is $35.  Includes supplies.   To register for this class, 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…

Did you know that a praying mantis can turn its head 180 degrees? They are also amazing at blending in to their habitat. Join the park educator at the amphitheater. Afterward, we’ll make a cool craft for you to take home.

Join a Park Naturalist for a brief talk about bird biology followed by the showing of a film on Pennsylvania’s songbirds.

Examine the world of the red fox, grey fox, and coyote to learn of their unique features and survival in the wild. Pelts, mounts, photos, and skulls will be used to demonstrate these features.

This Sunday, Nov. 19 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine, the Nessmuk Rod and Gun Club is hosting its third and final running deer shoot at the club’s outdoor range at 4646 Route 287, 6.5 miles south of Wellsboro in Delmar Township. Club members and the public are invited to participate. The shooter…

Discover the world of Pennsylvania Bats. Learn about their importance, life cycle, habits, and the serious threats towards their population and what you can do to help.

Join ranger Gabby VanDunk as she gives her perspective on her native American culture. Artifacts and tales will be presented.