Visit Potter-Tioga Pennsylvania

ELEPHANTS GRAVEYARD BY GEORGE BRANT
2023-09-22 19:30 (America/New_York) | 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.

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!

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Pontoon Tour of the Stevenson Reservoir
2023-09-17 09:00 - 10:15, 2023-09-10 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.

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.

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.

2nd Annual Liberty Fall Fun In The Park
2023-09-16 12:00 - 20:00, 2023-09-14 17:00 - 2023-09-16 21:00 | 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!

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.

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

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.

Advanced Drawing Classes at the Gmeiner
2023-09-16 09:30 - 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.

LIBERTY FARMER'S MARKET
2023-09-16 09:00 - 13:00, 2023-09-09 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.

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.

Wellsboro Community Concert Association Six Concert Season Subscription
2023-09-14 19:30 | 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.

Game Commission Night featuring a presentation by Pennsylvania Game Commission Furbearer Biologist Tom Keller
2023-09-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Wellsboro Firemen’s Annex, East Avenue, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
Rep. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford) is reminding area sportsmen and women to sign up for his upcoming Game Commission Night featuring a presentation by Pennsylvania Game Commission Furbearer Biologist Tom Keller.

The event will be held on Thursday, Sept. 14, from 6-8 p.m. at the Wellsboro Fireman’s Annex, 21 East Ave., Wellsboro. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

Keller will talk about his work overseeing more than a dozen furbearer species in the Commonwealth. Owlett said additional speakers may be announced in the near future and a question-and-answer session will be held at the end of the presentations.

“Our Game Commission nights have been among the most popular events we have hosted because they are so informative,” Owlett said. “It really is a great event for the entire family, and a great opportunity to mentor young people and grow their interest in the sport of hunting. I encourage you to sign up today!”

Admission is free, but registration is required to attend. To sign up, visit Owlett’s website at www.RepOwlett.com/events or call the Wellsboro office at 570-724-1390.

Wellsboro Growers Market - cancelled for 09/14
2023-09-14 14:30 - 17:30 | First Presbyterian Church, 130 Main St., Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States

Wellsboro Community Concert Association presents Rory Block
2023-09-09 19:30 | Deane Center for the Performing Arts, 104 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
Enjoy a spectacular evening with 7-Time Blues Award Winner Rory Block. With her many albums and tours, Rory Block has staked a solid claim to being one of the world’s finest practitioners finest practitioners of the blues tradition. Rory is a formidable slide guitarist, talented songwriter, and excellent interpreter of the great Delta blues singers. “Today she is widely regarded as the top female interpreter and authority on traditional country blues worldwide.” The Blues Foundation”.

CANCELLED - Live Helicopter Ball Drop at Tyoga Golf Course - CANCELLED
2023-09-09 18:00 | Tyoga Country Club, 759 Route 660, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
At approximately 6pm on Saturday, Sept. 9, a helicopter will drop golf balls on the 18th hole at the Tyoga Golf Course at 759 Route 660, Wellsboro. The ticket holder for the ball landing closest to the hole will win $5,000 and a $500 bonus if he or she is present for the ball drop. The person whose ball drops second closest to the hole will win $1,000 and the one whose ball lands third closest will win $500. There will also be a prize of $250 for the person whose ball lands furthest from the hole. Activities surrounding this event will begin at 4pm at the Tyoga Golf Course with live music and corn hole, Frisbee and other games for kids and adults to play. Those who want to eat at the Tyoga Bar & Grill can choose items that will be available and dine in the restaurant or on the patio. On the menu are: wings, burgers, and a 12-ounce Delmonico with sides. For tickets, stop in at the Wellsboro Area Chamber of Commerce office at 114 Main Street in Wellsboro weekdays between 8:30am and 4pm; at the Tyoga Golf Course’s Tyoga Bar & Grill restaurant between 10:30am and 6pm daily or at the Tyoga Pro Shop between 7am and 7pm daily. Golf ball drop tickets are $100 each with a maximum of 400 available for purchase. Proceeds from the Ball Drop will benefit Tyoga Inc. and the Wellsboro Foundation, which supports the Pennsylvania State Laurel Festival.

NEPADOC Filmscreening and Q&A
2023-09-09 13:00 | Pennsylvania Lumber Museum, 5660 US 6 West, Ulysses, PA, 16948, United States
Join us for a screening of the new feature-length documentary NEPADOC followed by a Q&A with the filmmaker David Heineman of Bloomsburg University.
The documentary is about intersections of environment, industry, and identity in Northeastern Pennsylvania over the past 300 years. Inspired by non-verbal documentary film landmarks such as Koyaanisqatsi and Baraka, NEPADOC blends 4K cinematography, local historical footage, and a sweeping score into a dizzying and contemplative meditation on culture, place, and public memory.
Free with admission to the museum.
View trailer at https://nepadoc.com/

Knit a Cowl in the Round- Cancelled
2023-09-09 10:00 - 14:00 | Potter County Artisan Center, 227 N Main Street, Coudersport, PA, United States

Finding The Right Word Exhibit
2023-09-09 - 2023-09-30 | Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center, 134 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
The Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center is pleased to announce the return of local favorites Steve and Rita Bower for a Main Gallery exhibit titled “Finding the Right Word.” This exhibit will include new acrylic paintings, monoprints, clay sculptures, altered books, drawings, and mixed media pieces from the couple. The artists say, “We have new pieces of art that tell something about our inner journey in expressing ourselves. The mediums speak to us in voices that lead us to the new destinations. We hope to share these ‘travels’ with friends and family.” The exhibit will open on Saturday, September 9th with a reception from 2-4PM. The reception is free and open to the public, and light refreshments will be provided. Steve and Rita hope to see many old friends and students at the reception.
Steve and Rita Bower both attended Mansfield University earning B.S. and Master’s Degrees in Art Education. Rita Bower taught art for thirty-five years in the Southern Tioga School District. Rita loves using a variety of art mediums and techniques to express herself in her art-making. She draws inspiration from traveling, study, sharing ideas, and the connectedness of these in everyday living. Rita participates in juried, group and individual shows, as well as teaching student and adult art classes. She loves to learn by doing and to see what the materials around her want to become.
Both Rita and Steve are now retired from teaching full time and together they have continued to create and exhibit their artwork professionally. Steve worked in different school districts, including Southern Tioga. From 2001 to 2008, Steve also served as an adjunct professor at Mansfield University teaching Drawing and Water Base Media. Steve worked successfully as a professional artist for fifteen years, exhibiting his paintings in the American Watercolor Society as well as numerous national and regional exhibitions. In recent years, Steve turned his attention to creating ceramic and steel sculptures and acrylic paintings. Steve considers his career to be a long and consistent pursuit of excellence and the drive to explore and take risks.
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.

My Everyday Way - Making In The Midst Of Living
2023-09-09 - 2023-09-23 | Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center, 134 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
The Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center is pleased to announce an Atrium Gallery exhibit of new artwork by Mansfield University professor and Wellsboro resident, Michelle Lockwood titled, “My Everyday Way – Making in the Midst of Living.” This exhibit will feature paintings, drawings, and laser engravings, along with additional process photography and sketchbooks. The exhibit will open on Saturday, September 9th with a reception from 2-4PM. The reception is free and open to the public, and light refreshments will be provided. Michelle and the Main Gallery artists will give a brief talk at 3PM.
Michelle Lockwood received her BFA in 1989 from the School of Art and Design at the New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University, and her MFA in 2005 from Goddard College. Michelle has worked as an educator for over 20 years. She taught as Adjunct Instructor of Design at Rochester Institute of Technology, served as Assistant and Associate Professor of Design at the School of Art and Design at Alfred University, from 2000-2008, and is currently serving as Associate Professor and Program Director of Graphic Design at Mansfield University Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania, where she has been teaching since August of 2008.

Pine Creek Challenge
2023-09-09 - 2023-09-10 | Tyoga Running Club, 1551 Marsh Creek Road, Wellsboro, PA, 16901, United States
100 mile, 100 kilometer, 50 mile and marathon distances, and also a 100 mile relay option.
This endurance challenge is well-suited for the first-time ultra runner utilizing the Pine Creek Rail Trail. Level, 2% grade, packed limestone surface. Easy-to-follow, post-race meal, race day tees, finisher mugs, maintained aid stations, 200 person limit. Challenge yourself by seeing how far or how fast you can run. It is a scenic trail along Pine Creek in northern Pennsylvania. The Pine Creek Rail Trail stretches 62 miles from Wellsboro Junction to Jersey Shore and is repeatedly listed as one of the finest bike rides in the Northeast. The out and back course uses 25 miles of the upper canyon section through Pine Creek Gorge. We will have the start/finish at Asaph. The 100 miler runners will go 2 out and backs to Blackwell, passing through the canyon 4 times. The 100k folks will go once to Blackwell and return. The 50 mile course will be ½ of the 100 mile course, going once to Blackwell. The marathoners will turn around just below Tiaghdaton.
Saturday, September 10-11, 2022
100m: 6:00 am Start
100k: 7:00 am Start
100m Relay: 7:00 am Start
50m: 8:00 am Start
Marathon: 9:00 am Start
