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Christmas on Main Street - FREE Wagon Rides
2023-12-09 11:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Sherwood Motel, 2 Main St, Wellsboro, PA, 16901
FREE Wagon Rides in Beautiful downtown Wellsboro! Come to the Sherwood Motel and take a ride down Main Street with the Ole’ Covered Wagon Tours crew and horses! Be sure to say hello to Sparky, our beloved Christmas donkey while you wait for your ride. Enjoy a tasty beverage or snack from Sugar Mama’s Appalachian Maple who will be set up for purchases in the Sherwood parking lot!

Pet Photos with Santa
2023-12-09 11:00 - 14:00 | Tractor Supply, 1430 S Main St., Mansfield, PA, 16933
Second Chance Animal Sanctuaries’ Pet Photos with Santa at Tractor Supply in Mansfield, PA where Santa will pose with pets of all types, from dogs to guinea pigs and horses and with children and adults.
For a $5 donation, you can receive a 4-inch by 6-inch cardstock framed color photo, and for a $10 donation, one that is 8-inch by 10-inches.
Email secondchanceAs@yahoo.com, call 570-376-3646, or visit Second Chance’s Heading Home Center’s Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/secondchancetiogapa for more information.

Pokémon
2023-12-09 11:00 | Pop’s Culture Shoppe, 25 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, United States
All we want for the holidays is for Chuu to have fun!!
Bring your standard deck and compete on Saturday December 9th and 23rd at 11:00 a.m. All players get a promo card, and prizes will also be awarded. This event is only $5, or FREE with a $10 purchase.

Christmas on Main Street Walking Tours
2023-12-09 10:30 - 11:30, 2023-12-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-12-09 02:30 - 15:30, 2023-12-08 16:30 - 17:30 | Penn Wells Hotel, 62 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
Join our guides for a 1 hour walking tour of downtown Wellsboro. Learn more about the buildings, businesses and people that made Wellsboro what it is today. Relive a piece of history, as the guides share about life in the 1930’s and 40’s especially around Christmastime.

The historic walking tour of downtown Wellsboro will be offered for $5 per person over the age of 8. Groups are limited to 12 people. Spots can be reserved in advance by calling 1-856-371-5112, or they may be purchased at the Penn Wells Hotel, 62 Main Street Wellsboro, during Christmas on Main Street Weekend. All tickets/spots must be paid for in cash and all proceeds go to Wellsboro Glass Historical Association, for the preservation of the amazing story of Glass in Wellsboro. Tours will start in the lobby of the Penn Wells Hotel.

NOTE​: In the case of ice or heavy snow, for the safety of everyone, the tours will not take place.

Hamilton-Gibson Women Projects Holiday Shorts and Sweets
2023-12-08 19:30 | Warehouse Theatre, 3 Central Avenue, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
Hamilton Gibson’s Women’s Project will ring in the holidays during “Christmas on Main Street” with “Holiday Shorts and Sweets,” featuring holiday-themed one-acts, seasonal musical numbers and some fun with holiday letters. You know what we mean by those letters, right? Some are heartwarming, some are downright gloomy, others are braggy, and some are poignant. This production is co-produced by Judith Sornberger and Yolie Canales.

Driftwood Presented by WCCA
2023-12-08 19:30 | Deane Center for the Performing Arts, 104 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
This is the third concert of the six-concert WCCA 2023-2024 Season
From upstate New York, Driftwood has a rock n’ roll soul and a folk art mind. Their unique sound is a nod to 60s R&B, 70s country rock, contemporary pop, folk and traditional Appalachian music. They’re known for their electrifying live performances skills, with melodies, harmonies, and lyrics bringing unique, raw sounds to the Americana/roots music scene. Wellsboro celebrates Christmas on Main St. this weekend so order your tickets early to what will likely will be a sellout.

Community Movie Night
2023-12-08 19:00 | Victoria Theatre, 222 Main Street, Blossburg, PA, 16912, United States
Join us as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the premier of Elf.
Will Ferrell stars as the ultimate fish out of water, Buddy, who as a baby crawls into Santa’s toy bag and is whisked off to the North Pole, where he is raised as an elf.
A misfit who grows to be three times the size of his elf family, Buddy ultimately heads to his birthplace of New York City to seek out his roots. Unfortunately, they turn out to be a “Scrooge”-like father (James Caan) and a cynical eight-year-old stepbrother who doesn’t believe in Santa. Worst of all, everyone seems to have forgotten the true meaning of Christmas. But using his simple elf ways, Buddy sets out to single-handedly win over his family and save Christmas in New York, hoping to at last find his true place in the world.

2023 Westfield Parade of Lights
2023-12-08 18:00 | Westfield PA, Westfield, PA, 16950
Our annual Westfield Parade of Lights, sponsored and organized by Crary Hose, will take place on Friday, December 8th at 6:00pm. We had a great turnout last year and hope to expand on that this year! Santa will be taking time out of his busy schedule to make an appearance as well,
All are encouraged to participate! Build a float for your local organization, church, sports team, business, club, or even just for your family. Marching bands, dancing groups, or other acts are welcome as well. Decorate your unique vehicle and show it off to the town. Ride your horse or walk your pets. Fire and ambulance departments and apparatus are encouraged to attend. All are welcome to participate and celebrate the season!
This will not be a silent parade! Therefore music, horns, sirens etc. will be allowed. We also encourage participants to throw candy to the crowd. We ask that participants use caution, be aware of your surroundings, and take into account the noise and sidewalk activity when designing and planning your entry.
Route: Parade will begin at Electricord Manufacturing, continue down Main Street / SR49 to Tops at the intersection of Main Street and Lincoln Street.
Timeline: Lineup at 5:00pm in the Electricord parking lot. Parade begins at 6:00pm.

Christmas Carols at the Coudersport Arboretum
2023-12-08 18:00 | Coudersport Arboretum, 201 S West St, Coudersport, PA, 16915, United States
Start celebrating the Holiday Season with Christmas Carols at the Coudersport Arboretum! Bring your voices and good cheer. Fun for all ages.
Light refreshments will be served!

Holly Jolly Christmas
2023-12-08 18:00 | Blossburg, Blossburg, 16912, United States
Join us for our second Holly Jolly Christmas celebration that includes a community tree lighting ceremony, Christmas Marketplace, Santa’s Parade of Lights and more!
Schedule of Events
Friday, Dec. 8th
– 6:00 PM – Tree Lighting Ceremony, caroling, hot cocoa and cookies outside Blossburg Memorial Library
Saturday, Dec. 9th:
3:00 PM – Local Vendors Open
3:30 PM – The FORCE baton routine
4:00 PM – Rhythms Academy of Dance performance
4:30 PM – First Position Dance Studio performance
6:00 PM – Parade of Lights – from House’s Lumber to Blossburg Fire Hall
7:00 PM – Story Time with Santa at the Blossburg Fire Hall (Ticketed Event)
Live entertainment from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in Riverside Plaza parking lot.
Other activities will be added as they are confirmed.
For more information, to become a vendor or enter Santa’s Parade of Lights, call/text 570-404-0282 or email pr@blossfireems.org.

Story Time with Santa and Mrs. Clause
Join us for a very special hour-long story time immediately following Santa’s Parade of Lights
Blossburg Fire Hall, 324 Main St.
$5 per child. Cookies and hot cocoa will be provided
Tickets are sold in advance. Tickets are available at the Blossburg Boro Office or by calling 570-404-0282

World War II Memorial Rededication Ceremony
2023-12-07 13:00 | Green Free Library, 134 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
The board of The Green Free Library and The Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center proudly invite the public to come to the rededication ceremony for Wellsboro’s World War II Memorial located between the two buildings. The ceremony will be held on Pearl Harbor Day, Thursday, December 7th, at 1PM and will be led by Tim Cleveland of the Tioga County Veterans Affairs office.
Over the past year, the World War II Memorial has undergone an extensive renovation in order to make the site more visible and accessible to the community. Come see the changes that have been made, and take a moment to remember the sacrifices of the heroes listed on it.

Writer's Open Mic Night
2023-12-05 18:30 | Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center, 134 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
The Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center is thrilled to announce the return of the Writer’s Open Mic Nights after a summer break! Writer’s Open Mic Nights will be held on the first Tuesday of each month from September through December. Readings start at 7PM. Come early at 6:30 to sign up for a 10-minute slot if you plan to read. You can BYOB or grab a cup of coffee and some snacks, and socialize a little with other writers and appreciative audience members.
This is a free event, organized by Ashley Ensminger and Lyndsay Costley, who usually share a little of what they have been working on as well. This group met for years at Conspiracy Coffee Company in Mansfield, but moved to the Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center this year when the members realized that the majority of them live in Wellsboro.
You do not have to be a writer yourself to attend. It’s fine to just come to listen and enjoy! Those in the audience are asked not to record without permission.

Photos with Santa
2023-12-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Potter County Artisan Center, 227 N Main Street, Coudersport, PA, United States
Featuring Coudy Santa, Pete Wyatt and Photographer, Curt Weinhold.
Photo package: Choose any 2 of these photo sizes: (4) 4×5, (2) 5×7, (1) 8×10 for $30, includes sitting fee with Santa. Add a second package for an additional $20.
Reservations are accepted, but Walk-Ins are welcome!

A CHRISTMAS CAROL
2023-12-03 14:30, 2023-12-02 16:00, 2023-12-02 13:00, 2023-12-02 11:00 | Warehouse Theatre, 3 Central Avenue, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
Hamilton-Gibson Productions is offering performances of “A Christmas Carol” during Wellsboro’s Annual Dickens of a Christmas celebration.
Setting: London, Mid-19th Century, on Christmas Eve

HG’s perennial Dickens holiday ghost tale. Scrooge brings the world’s most famous ghost story to life at the Coolidge Theatre for the 25th Season of A Christmas Carol in the Hamilton-Gibson line-up.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL
2023-12-02 15:30, 2023-12-02 13:30, 2023-12-02 10:30 | Deane Center for the Performing Arts, 104 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States

Santa and Mrs. Claus are coming to town.
2023-12-02 13:00 - 14:30 | Kaytee’s Family Restaurant, 251 US 6 W, Coudersport, PA, 16915
Santa and Mrs. Claus will be stopping in for a visit. Bring the kiddos, they can make a Christmas Tree Ornament and enjoy a frosted sugar cookie and milk.

2023 Regional Juried Exhibit
2023-12-02 - 2023-12-23 | Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center, 134 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
The Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center is thrilled to announce the return of the Regional Juried Exhibit! Artists within 150 miles of The Gmeiner were invited to submit 2-dimensional works to be considered for inclusion in the show. Come see 45 artworks from 30 talented regional artists working in a variety of mediums.
The exhibit will open on Saturday, December 2nd for Dickens of a Christmas. The artists’ reception will be held on Sunday, December 3rd from 2-4PM. The reception is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be provided. The juror will speak at 3PM about the artists who were awarded prizes.
This exhibit will be on display until Saturday, December 23rd.

Hamilton-Gibson Dickens of a Concert
2023-12-01 19:30 | St. Peter’s Catholic Church, 47 Central Avenue, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
All Hamilton-Gibson choirs celebrate the holiday season beginning with this choral celebration at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Wellsboro.

Christmas Cookies and Pairing with Festive Drinks Cooking Class
2023-12-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Rookie Cooks Academy, 68 Main St. 2nd floor, Wellsboro, PA, 16901
Start the Holiday season by making homemade Christmas Cookies and Festive Drinks. This is where cooking is FUN! From your apron to your pots and pans, all ingredients, and even take-out containers, we provide everything for you!
COST: $59 per person per cart, or $98 for two people to share a cart (limited to 15 carts).

Roseville Borough Tree Lighting Celebration
2023-12-01 18:00 | Roseville Community Center, 114 Roseville Ave, Mansfield, PA, 16933
Come and celebrate the joys of the season with friends & neighbors at The 5th Annual Roseville Borough Tree Lighting Celebration on Friday, December 1st, 2023 at the Roseville Community Center. Social Time begins at 6:00pm with cookies, hot beverages, make your own s’mores, hotdog roast , and a surprise visit from Santa (bring your camera). Tree Lighting and Caroling begin at 7:00pm.

Wellsboro Glass Historical Association in the Atrium Gallery
2023-12-01 - 2023-12-31 | Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center, 134 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
The Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center is pleased to announce the return of a small part of the Wellsboro Glass Historical Association’s collection of items demonstrating the history of glass manufacturing in Wellsboro, which will be featured in the Atrium Gallery for the month of December.

Early Childhood Teacher Workshop
2023-11-27 09:00 - 12:00 | Tioga State Forest District Office, 1 Nessmuk Ln, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
This workshop offers not one, but two award-winning resources for early childhood educators! Trees and Me is part of Project Learning Tree and offers 12 activities for families and teachers to connect children ages 1–6 to nature, with a focus on trees. Getting Little Feet Wet is part of Project WET and teaches about water in fun, interactive ways, including 11 activities for ages 3-6.
Each participant will receive both books. Much of the 3 hour workshop will be used to explore activities in each.
Please note the location for this workshop is the Tioga State Forest District Office, 1 Nessmuk Lane, Wellsboro, PA 16901.
Pre-registration is required by Wednesday Nov. 22 at Noon. Payment of $20 each is due the day of the class.
Act 48 hours are available for teachers. Workshop limited to 15 – register today!
