Timber Rattlesnake Biology & Conservation
2023-07-30 14:00 (America/New_York) | Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center, 134 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
We hope you’ll join us to learn about Timber Rattlesnakes with Wellsboro herpetologist Stan Boder! Stan is a Senior Herpetologist with EnviroScience, Inc. and has conducted more than 20 years of field studies of amphibians and reptiles in Pennsylvania and beyond, with a special focus on Timber Rattlesnakes.
Stan will share his knowledge of the biology, habitat, life history and conservation of these fascinating snakes that are are so iconic of the wild character of our region of northcentral PA. Timber rattlesnakes are sensitive and ecologically important animals, and health and survival of their populations in Pennsylvania depends a great deal on efforts of people to protect and conserve them.
For any pre-K or elementary school-aged children interested in learning more about herpetology – the study of reptiles and amphibians like snakes, frogs, turtles, and salamanders – we will also present several hands-on activities prior Mr. Boder’s presentation.
2:00 pm: Hands-on activities for pre-K and school-aged children
3:00pm: Mr. Boder’s presentation on Timber Rattlesnakes
This event is free and open to the public. Please contact Barb here on Facebook, at hometownscience@gmail.com, or 814-933-6877 for more information

Mansfield Hymn Fest - FREE CONCERT
2023-07-30 14:00 - 17:00 | Smythe Park in Mansfield, 23 Dorsett Drive, Mansfield, PA, 16933, United States
The Mansfield Lions Club will host its annual free concert in Smythe Park July 30, 2023. Five choirs are lined up, one of them the Wellsboro Men’s Chorus. The other choirs are from Whitneyville, two from Mansfield and Roseville, and we have guest Southern gospel singer Michael Booth, a member of the Booth Brothers Trio, who will sing in between. About 45 traditional hymns will be sung. Booth will sing some of the newer ones that aren’t in the hymnals.
Bring your own chairs.

Endless Mountain Music Festival Inspirations Concert
2023-07-31 10:00 - 11:00 | Blossburg Memorial Library, 307 Main St, Blossburg, PA, 16912
Endless Mountain Music Festival at the Blossburg Memorial Library!
Join us to listen to professional musicians, learn about their instruments, and ask questions at a special Inspirations Concert.
FREE – open to the public – suitable for all ages! Everybody is welcome – groups are welcome!

Senior Expo
2023-07-31 10:00 - 14:00 | Coudersport Arboretum, 201 S West St, Coudersport, PA, 16915, United States
Stroll through the beautiful memorial gardens, along the Honor Walk and Veteran’s Honor Wall. Visit the vendor tables displaying services and programs that assist older adults.
Relax and enjoy the day! Lunch will be available.

Under the Summer Sky EMMF Concert and Pop-Up Exhibit
2023-08-01 19:00 | Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center, 134 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
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 exhibit will only be on display during the EMMF performance, so make this one of the concerts you come out to see. Tickets cost $30 each and are available from www.endlessmountain.net or guests may use flex passes or season passes. Seating is limited to the first 75 attendees when the doors open at 6:30. The Gmeiner is wheelchair accessible, air-conditioned, and a wonderful venue to listen to music in! A free reception hosted by Pine Pitch A Cappella will be available to attendees after the performance.
With a personality as vibrant as her paintings, Belgian-born artist Christiane David has taken art to a new level in Lancaster County. Walking into her studio is like walking into an enchanted world of color. Regardless of the medium or the subject matter, every painting – large or small – is a dramatization of color, texture, and dimension. Her ability as a colorist has allowed her to see colors not usually perceived by the untrained eye. She feels that color has a strong effect on our minds. Whether it has an uplifting and positive influence or a serene, relaxing effect, color can have a powerful impact on all of us.
While Christiane’s paintings reflect a free and spontaneous style, her strong technical background and attention to composition allow her to do this in a very innovative way. Her ability to emphasize color and light in a painting may initially attract your attention, but it is her ability to capture the soul of whatever subject she paints that will draw you into the painting – leaving you with a glimpse of the emotional intensity that goes into every one of her paintings. Christiane’s paintings will add great dimension and depth of feeling to the Endless Mountains Music Festival performance. We hope you will join us at the Gmeiner for the return of these incredibly talented musicians and the debut of one incredibly talented artist!

Music in the Park at Coudersport Arboretum
2023-08-02 18:00 | Coudersport Arboretum, 201 S West St, Coudersport, PA, 16915, United States
Be sure to visit the Coudersport Arboretum on Wednesday’s through August for Music in the Park. Performances begins at 6 p.m. Free Family Fun
Refreshments will be available for sale. All Proceeds benefit the Coudersport Arboretum.

Wellsboro Growers Market
2023-08-03 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.

Galeton Rotary Woodsmen Show
2023-08-04 - 2023-08-06 | Cherry Springs State Park, 4551 Cherry Springs Rd, Galeton, PA, 16922, United States
Attend the Galeton Rotary’s 71st Annual Woodsmen’s Show, a celebration of northern PA’s lumbering history, forests, and the life of a wood-hick! Observe national and world-champion lumberjacks compete in cross cut saw, springboard, axe throwing, and tree felling events, and see chainsaw artists create wooden works of beauty. There will be plenty to do for all ages and interests, including live music, exhibits, vendors, and historical re-enactments. For more information and for admission prices, visit woodsmenshow.com.

History Camp
2023-08-04 09:00 - 2023-08-05 14:00 | Pennsylvania Lumber Museum, 5660 US 6 West, Ulysses, PA, 16948, United States
Looking for a unique experience for your child this summer? The Pennsylvania Lumber Museum is excited to present its hands-on History Camp. Children ages 10-18 will spend two full-days immersing themselves in the rough and tumble lifestyle of a 19-century woodhick.
On day one, campers will try activities like using a crosscut saw, rolling a log, peeling bark, and cooking over a fire. They’ll play games like horseshoes, seed spitting, and model log raft racing. On the second day, participants will demonstrate their new-found skills at the Galeton Rotary’s Cherry Springs State Park Woodsmen Show.
Advanced Registration is required. Check out museum website for more information: http://lumbermuseum.org/…/history-camp-pa-lumber-museum/

71st Woodsmen Show
2023-08-04 09:00 - 2023-08-06 18:00 | Cherry Springs State Park, 4551 Cherry Springs Rd, Galeton, PA, 16922, United States
The Woodsmen Show celebrates the rich lumber history of Potter County.
Come see the top lumberjacks in the country come to Cherry Springs State Park to compete in events like cross cut saw, springboard, axe throwing and tree felling – the same events featured in the popular outdoor games on TV.
Witness ordinary people test their own skills while rubbing elbows with the pros. Watch talented chainsaw artists create works of beauty.
Discover exhibits, vendors and historical re-enactments all commemorating our great forest and the life of the woodhick. After soaking in all the activities, sit down with a hearty meal and enjoy traditional music.
Admission Rates
CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED
Friday & Sunday
Adults -$10
Children (12 & under) – $7
Saturday
Adults – $14
Children (12 & under) – $7
Special 3 Day Pass
Adults – $24
Children (12 & under) – $16

2023 Children’s Business Fair
2023-08-04 16:00 | On the Green, Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901
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 it!

Outdoor Summer Concert Series
2023-08-04 18:00 | Deane Center for the Performing Arts, 104 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
Looking for something to do on Fridays this summer? You are in luck because we have announced our Outdoor Summer Concert Series bands and dates! We will be featuring professional groups like House of Hamill, Autumn Sun, Sweats, and Joe Stanky and the Cadets as well as many local favorites like Chris Eckert, Molly’s Boys Jug Band (which will be at 4:30 on July 21), Scott Turner’s Band of One, Drowsy Maggie, and Houston Baker. All performances will be on the Outdoor Stage located outside of the Deane Center. Best of all, these concerts are FREE thanks to the community support and generosity of WCCA and Ward Manufacturing!! Make sure to bring your drinks and lawn chairs for an evening of great tunes and even better vibes!

Busy Beavers
2023-08-04 20:00 | Ole Bull State Park, 31 Valhalla Lane, Cross Fork, PA, 17729, United States
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.

Coyotes in PA
2023-08-04 20:30 - 21:30 | Hills Creek State Park, 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, 16901, United States
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.

Astronomy & the Night Sky
2023-08-04 21:30 | 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 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.

Free Family Fishing Program PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
2023-08-05 09:00 - 12:00 | Cowanesque Lake, Lawrence Recreation Area, State Route 49, Lawrenceville, PA, 16929
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, safety or fishing questions.

No fishing license is needed, and equipment, bait and instruction are provided.

Pre-registration is required, so sign up now: https://ow.ly/gJLO50Pf0h3

LIBERTY FARMER'S MARKET
2023-08-05 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.

Kanyon Kids Trail Run
2023-08-05 10:00 | Kanyon Kids Trail Run, 344 Kerr Rd, Wellsboro, PA, 16901
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 loop with over 750ft of elevation gain which will make it interesting for all and challenging for some. The trail has two small stream crossings where you may or may not get your feet wet depending on the weather leading up to race day. So, get off the kouch and take part in the adventure!
Remember that this is a free event for kids to enjoy, and what better way to help them enjoy it than by volunteering. Race starts at 10:00 a.m. at 344 Kerr Rd. Wellsboro, PA.

SDXMM Skate Competition/Concert/Pop Up Shop
2023-08-05 10:00 | Island Park, Blossburg, PA, 16912, United States
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 competition. If you don’t want to skate come down and watch something that has never happened in Blossburg before unfold, it’s gonna be great and hard to miss!

Fill-the-Bill
2023-08-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Sinnemahoning State Park, 4843 Park Road, Austin, PA, 16720, United States
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.

Alice Mickey Hard: A Retrospective Main Gallery Exhibit
2023-08-05 12:00 | Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center, 134 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
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 ability to see the beauty in everything from a very early age, as well as her gift of being able to express that beauty through art. There will be pieces in the exhibit from the 1930s through the 2010s, in ceramics and clay, fiber arts, acrylics, pen and ink, batik, quilting, watercolor, pastels and more. The exhibit will open on Saturday, August 5th at noon. However, the reception for this and the Atrium exhibit will be held on Sunday, August 13th from 2-4PM, so that the artists’ families may attend. The reception is free and open to the public, and light refreshments will be provided.
Alice Carlson Mickey Hard was born in Lorraine, Ohio on December 8, 1931. She married Max Mickey in 1954. Alice and Max moved to Wellsboro in 1959 and had three children: John Mickey, Judy Watson, and Ann Miller. Alice began teaching art in the Wellsboro Area School District in 1967. Before she retired in 1994, she was named Head of the Art Department and Teacher of the Year in 1987. She was a member of the Williamsport Chapter of the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen, Surface Design, Pennsylvania Council of the Arts, and a charter member of the Wellsboro Art Support Group. In October, 1983, she had a batik printed in the September issue of Fiber Arts. It was a commissioned batik Peace banner that now hangs in a cathedral in Budapest, Hungary. Alice contributed to many Vesta shows and other art shows at the Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center and around Wellsboro. Her first husband Max passed in 2009. Alice remarried in 2012 to Larry Hard. He passed away in 2014. Alice was a prolific artist throughout her life until she passed away at 90 in 2022.
Come to the Gmeiner in August to see the amazing talent of a Wellsboro artist who is sorely missed by family, friends, and former students. Some original works of art will be for sale. Alice’s family has also commissioned some small items printed with her original works that will be for sale during this exhibit.
This display is appropriate for all ages, and there will be a scavenger hunt activity for children. The Gmeiner is located at 134 Main Street, Wellsboro, behind the Green Free Library. We are open from 12-6PM Tuesday through Sunday and admission to the gallery is always free.

"Post-Its" Atrium Gallery exhibit of Josh Crane's work
2023-08-05 12:00 | Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center, 134 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
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 13th from 2-4PM, so that the artists’ families may attend. The reception is free and open to the public, and light refreshments will be provided.
Joshua Samuel Crane was born Jan. 3rd, 1988, at Corning Hospital. He was the 8th child of Gloria and David Crane. Throughout his life he lived in Tioga, Antrim, Covington, Wellsboro, and Corning. Josh loved artists such as Alex Grey, Salvador Dali and Van Gogh. One of his favorite pieces of art was the tryptic “The Garden of Earthly Delights” by Hieronymus Bosch. Artists that pushed their craft and had something to say were of high value to him. Mediums he worked with included chalk pastels, pen and ink, oil paints and tattoo.
Joshua would also create sidewalk art with chalk. He would put hours into this work knowing it would end up sun-bleached, washed away and stepped on by the public. Sometimes this performative act was to help a friend who had a business; other times he would do it in the idea of the transitory nature of material life. This is in the same vein as the sand mandalas made by Buddhists, that they would destroy after making. On the opposite end of the spectrum, he also was a tattooist, which meant leaving a permanent mark on a person’s skin to display throughout their life. No surface was off limits to the message he was compelled to send. Big, small, elaborate or simple, he was going to share his thoughts intended to spread healing and love to the world.
Joshua passed on June 28, 2022, at the age of 34. He had endless potential and that “What if?” factor about him that will stay with us all. A philosopher he shared a quote from not long before he died was Marcus Aurelius, who once said “Each of us lives only now, this brief instant. The rest has been lived already, or it is impossible to see.” In life Josh was more interested in putting his work in coffee houses than galleries as he felt he could affect the everyday man that doesn’t necessarily think about actively seeking out the arts. But Josh’s family agreed to share his art with the audience at the Gmeiner to help us push the envelope of what is considered “worthy” of a gallery. We hope that you will come to see this display to appreciate Josh’s vision and honor his memory.

Art in the Park: Cardinal Edition
2023-08-05 14:00 | Ole Bull State Park, 31 Valhalla Lane, Cross Fork, PA, 17729, United States
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!

Sizzling Summer Grilling (Part 2)
2023-08-05 17:00 | Rookie Cooks Academy, 68 Main St. 2nd floor, Wellsboro, PA, 16901
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 you learn to cook a grilled meal fit for royalty, including some perfectly grilled sides. Chicken is available for those who don’t eat seafood.

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.
NOTE: Image does not necessarily reflect what is being made in the class.

River Rising 2023
2023-08-05 18:30 | Crooked Creek Campground, 112 John Deere Lane, Gaines, PA, 16921, United States
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. Darby’s BBQ food truck will be set up selling great food. So come early with an appetite! Oh and bring a chair too. This is being sponsored by Crooked Creek Campground of Gaines and Arise Café in Wellsboro

Greggie and The Jets A tribute to Elton John
2023-08-05 19:30 - 21:30 | Deane Center for the Performing Arts, 104 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
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 airings of “Creature Feature” and “Fright Theater,” hosted by the legendary “Dr. Paul Bearer” on Channel 44, Tampa Bay. Vadimsky became a professional musician with his first band, Spectre, which went on to have a record contract with original songs just as he was turning 18. For almost 26 years, he and Brian “Big-B” Arnold, on drums and vocals, have toured the United States and United Kingdom as Greg & Brian. A veteran of Ball State University’s jazz program, with credits including Pat Benatar and Bad Company, Arnold is also drums and vocals in their Elton John tribute, Greggie and The Jets. About other members of Greggie and The Jets, Vadimsky said, “My brother Gary, who’s seven years younger, has been with me since Spectre days. He’s simply phenomenal on guitar and vocals. His wife, Lori, has just joined us on backing vocals and percussion, and is a great addition to the band. “The rest of the band is filled out by Patrick Green on keyboards and vocals, who’s a guy who can really hear the difficult harmonies and perfect them. “Johnny Lawson, on bass and vocals, specializes in recreating the difficult bass lines of the late Dee Murray. He’s performed with so many groups he’s lost count, but among them are The Marshall Tucker Band and Gary Wright (‘Dream Weaver’).”
In their shows, they don’t necessarily play Elton’s songbook chronologically but do share with the audience the stories Elton and Bernie Taupin have told about writing them. Expect to hear old favorites as well as deep album cuts — everything from “Levon” to “Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me” and “I’m Still Standing.” “We are told at every show that we sonically re-create how the classic recordings sounded,” said Vadimsky. “The music is the most important thing, with the outfits just being the icing on the cake.” There are at least two changes of glitzy costumes, glasses, mohair suits and electric boots.

Tickets are $30 and we will have table seating which is the standard for our BYOB shows. There are General Admissions risers located in the back of the theatre as well as the opportunity to rent a table located in the middle and front of the theatre. A small table is an additional $5 and seats 2-4 people. A large table is an additional $10 and seats 6-8 people. The only way to rent a table is to call our office at 570-724-6220. If you are sitting at someone else’s table that has already been reserved, please write their name in the prompt listed in the buyer questions.

All About Otters
2023-08-05 20:15 - 21:30 | Sinnemahoning State Park, 4843 Park Road, Austin, PA, 16720, United States
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.

Pontoon Tour of the Stevenson Reservoir
2023-08-06 09:00 - 10:15, 2023-08-06 10:30 - 11:45, 2023-08-06 12:00 - 13:15 | 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.
