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FEEDING THE ELK ON THE LAKE TOBIAS WILDLIFE PARK SAFARI.
Bear Mountain Butterfly Sanctuary 18 Church Road | Jim Thorpe, PA 18229 484-467-0882/570-325-4848 bearmountainbutterflies.com Claws ‘N’ Paws Wild Animal Park 1475 Ledgedale Road | Lake Ariel, PA 18436 | 570-698-6154 facebook.com/ClawsNPawsWildAnimalPark Clyde Peeling’s Reptiland 18628 US Rt 15 | Allenwood, PA 17810 570-538-1869 reptiland.com
Critter Country Animal Farm 914 Route 981 | Smithton, PA 15479 |724-872-5988 critter-country.com Double Diamond Deer Ranch 12211 Route 36 | Clarington, PA 15828 814 752-6334 facebook.com/double.diamond.deer. ranch Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den 300 Lackawanna Ave. | Scranton, PA 18503 | 570-909-9631 electriccityaquarium.com
PA is home to the first zoo in America. The Philadelphia Zoo opened its gates on July 1, 1874, and has been a pioneer in the care and conservation of animals ever since. Zoos and wildlife parks throughout the Commonwealth are helping to educate visitors about plentiful and endangered species by allowing us to observe animals that otherwise we may never see.
Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd | Norristown, PA 19401 | 800-652-4143 elmwoodparkzoo.org
Lehigh Valley Zoo 5150 Game Preserve Road | Schnecksville, PA 18078 | 610-799-4171 lvzoo.org
Erie Zoo and Botanical Gardens 423 West 38th Street | Erie, PA 16508 |814-864-4091 eriezoo.org
Living Treasures Animal Park 288 PA 711 | Jones Mills, PA 15646 724-593-8300 ltanimalpark.com
Lake Tobias Wildlife Park 760 Tobias Road | Halifax, PA 17032 717-362-9126 www.laketobias.com
Living Treasures Wild Animal Park 268 Fox Rd | New Castle, PA 16101 (724) 924-9571 ltzoo.com
National Aviary 700 Arch Street | Pittsburgh, PA 15212 |412-323-7235 aviary.org Penn’s Cave & Wildlife Park 222 Penn’s Cave Road | Centre Hall, PA 16828 | 814-364-1664 pennscave.com Philadelphia Zoo 3400 West Girard Avenue | Philadelphia, PA 19104 | 215-243-1100 philadelphiazoo.org Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium 7370 Baker Street | Pittsburgh, PA 15206 412-665-3640 pittsburghzoo.com Pymatuning Lake Deer Park 804 East Jamestown Road | Jamestown, PA 16134 | 724-932-3200 pymatuningdeerpark.com
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PENGUIN FEEDING AT THE LEHIGH VALLEY ZOO
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SOAKING UP THE SUN AT PITTSBURGH ZOO & AQUARIUM
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GETTING UP CLOSE AT THE PHILADELPHIA ZOO
Red Deer at Rolling Hills Farm 63 Pinnacle Dr | Catawissa, PA 17820 570-356-7482 reddeeratrollinghillsfarm.com
Wolf Sanctuary Of PA 465 Speedwell Forge Rd | Lititz, PA 17543 | 717-626-4617 wolfsanctuarypa.org
T & D’s Cats of the World 363 Mountain Road | Penns Creek, PA 17862 | 570-837-3377 tdscats.com/home
ZooAmerica – North American Wildlife Park 201 Park Avenue | Hershey, PA 17033 717-534-3900 zooamerica.com
Note: Check the website of the zoo you plan to visit before heading out. Many animal parks and zoos take a break over the winter and early spring.
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Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock. 570836-1022, https://dietrichtheater.com/
Mar 1-3. Kids Snow Camp. Montrose Bible Conference, Montrose. 570-2781001, https://montrosebible.org/ Mar 3. Reading With Reptiles. Clyde
Peeling’s Reptiland, Allenwood. 570538-1869, https://reptiland.com/
Mar 6-7. Maple Tour 2024. Paddy
Mountain Maple, Millmont. 570-2383216, https://pamaple.net/river-valleymaple-producers-association
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Mar 12. Intro To Stained Glass Class.
Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock. 570836-1022 x3, https://dietrichtheater. com/
Mar 15-17. Ladies Scrapbooking & Craft Weekend. Montrose Bible
Conference, Montrose. 570-278-1001, https://montrosebible.org/
Mar 15-17. Central Pa Outdoor & Sports Show. Clearfield County Fair-
Pennsylvania Lumber Museum, Ulysses. 814-435-2652, lumbermuseum.org/
grounds, Clearfield. paoutdoorshow.com/
Mar 10. Rhythm Of The Dance. Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570326-2424, https://www.caclive.com/
Mar 16. Leprechaun Lore. Dietrich
Mar 10. Charter Day. Pennsylvania
Mar 16. Musica Spei. Harriet B. Wick
Lumber Museum, Ulysses. 814-4352652, http://lumbermuseum.org/
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Flickerwood Wine Cellars & Cocktail Lounge, Kane. 814-837-7566, https://www.facebook.com/profile. php?id=100060685735272  
Mar 16. Rattle & Hum: A Celebration Of U2 & Irish Rock. Community Arts
Mar 20-May 24. Keystone College Observatory Spring Sessions. Thom-
as G. Cupillari ‘60 Astronomical Observatory, Dalton. 570-945-8402, https:// www.keystone.edu/observatory/
Mar 22. Open Mic Night - The Vierlings. Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock.
Center, Williamsport. 570-326-2424, https://www.caclive.com/
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Mar 16-17. 20th Annual Maple Weekend 2024. Potter & Tioga Counties,
Mar 23. Women & Woodhicks: A Historic Look At Women In The PA Lumber Industry. Pennsylvania Lumber
Coudersport. http://www.pamaple. com/2024-maple-weekend.html
Mar 19. Wild West Adventures: Cowboy Music. Community Arts Center,
Williamsport. 570-326-2424, www.caclive.com/
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Mar 20. The Adventures of Peter Pan & Wendy. Bradford Area High School
Auditorium, Bradford. 814-362-2522, https://www.bcpac.com/current-season
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Museum, Ulysses. 814-435-2652, http:// lumbermuseum.org/
Mar 23. 5th Annual Community Seed Exchange. Dietrich Theater, Tunkhan-
nock. 570-836-3196, www.facebook. com/MasterGardenersofWyomingCounty
Mar 30. Adult Easter Egg Hunt.
Flickerwood Wine Cellars & Cocktail Lounge, Kane. 814-837-7566, https:// www.flickerwood.com whereandwhen.com / 2024 W&W spring / 11 /
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Allegheny National Forest Kinzua Sky Walk
FREE Adventure Guide & Map 800-473-9370 VisitANF.com Mar 30. Easter Family Fun. Downtown, Bedford. 814-623-0048, https:// visitbedfordcounty.com/event/easterfamily-fun/
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Apr 8 . Eclipse Clop. Miracle Moun-
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Apr 9. Always Patsy Cline. Bromeley Family Theatre, Blaisell Hall, Bradford. www.bcpac.com/current-season
Apr 4-6. Spring Quilt Retreat. Montrose Bible Conference, Montrose. 570278-1001, https://montrosebible.org/
Apr 11. Tom Knight Puppet Show.
Apr 5; May 3; May 31. Wine Tasting Train Ride. Oil Creek & Titusville
Apr 12-14; 18-21. Steel Magnolias.
Railroad, Perry Street Station, Titusville. 814-676-1733, https://octrr.org/
Apr 5-14. Architecture & Sustainable Design: Senior Capstone Projects.
The Gallery At Penn College, Williamsport. 570-320-2400, https://www.pct. edu/gallery
Apr 7-9. Eclipse Retreat: Path of Totality. Olmsted Manor Retreat Center, Ludlow. 814-945-6512, https://www.olmstedmanor.org/eclipse-retreat.html
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Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock. 570836-1022, https://dietrichtheater.com/ Community Theatre League, Williamsport. 570-327-1720, ctlshows.com/
Apr 12. Casting Crowns.
Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570-3262424, https://www.caclive.com/
Apr 13 & 20. Babies & Blooms. Hospitality Spring Farm, Bedford. 814-6230642, https://www.hospitalityspringfarm.com/contact-us/
Cameron, Clarion, Elk, Forest & Jefferson Counties visitpago . com • (814) 849-5197 Bottle Feed our Fawns This Summer
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Apr 19-May 9. Spring Film Festival.
ADVENTURE GUIDE Pennsylvania’s Great Outdoor Region
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Dietrich Theater, Tunkhannock. 570836-1022, https://dietrichtheater.com/
Museum, Ulysses. 814-435-2652, http:// lumbermuseum.org/
Apr 20. McClure Bacon Fest. McClure Station Park, McClure. https:// www.mcclurebaconfest.com/ Apr 20. Patchwork In The Pews Quilt Show. Camptown Community Church,
Wyalusing. 570-746-3979, wyalusingmuseum.com
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Apr 20-21. Spring Antique Show & Sawmill Run. Pennsylvania Lumber
Apr 26-28. Peace Through Spiritual Practices: Spring Women’s Retreat.
Olmsted Manor Retreat Center, Ludlow. https://www.olmstedmanor.org/ spring-womens-retreat.html
Apr 26-27. Fleetwood Mac: Rumours & Other Stories. Community Arts
Apr 20-21. Spring Antique Show & Sawmill Run. Pennsylvania Lumber
Center, Williamsport. 570-326-2424, https://www.caclive.com/shows/
Apr 24-27. Chainsaw Carvers Rendezvous. Ridgway Mills Campground,
Sportsman’s Club, Mt. Jewett. 814-5988973
Museum, Ulysses. 814-435-2652, http:// lumbermuseum.org/
Ridgway. https://www.facebook.com/ ChainsawRendezvous
Apr 27. National Wild Turkey Federation Jakes Field Day. Mt. Jewett
Apr 27. 44th Annual Barbershop Show. Tunkhannock Senior High
School Auditorium, Tunkhannock. www. harmonize.com/tunkhannock
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Apr 27-28. Endless Mountains Maple Festival. Alparon Park, Troy. 570-2973648, https://maplefestivalpa.com/
Apr 30. The Temptations & The Four Tops. Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570-326-2424, https://www. caclive.com
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PATTERSON FARMS
Makers of Pure Maple Products Maple Syrup • Maple Cream • Maple Candy Maple Sugar • Gift Baskets Specialty Items • Glass Bottles
Participating in the 20th Annual Maple Weekend Tours & Taste-testing Available 10am-4pm • March 16-17th
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May 3-5. Secrets to Fly-Fishing Success: Fly-Fishing Weekend. Olmsted Manor Retreat Center, Ludlow. https:// www.olmstedmanor.org/fly-fishingweekend.html
May 3-5. Disney Pixar Finding Nemo Junior. Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570-327-1720, ctlshows.com/
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May 5-7. Reimagining the General Rules: Pastors’ Academy 2024. Ol-
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Trout Tournament 33RD ANNUAL UPPER PINE CREEK
Sat. & Sun. May 18-19
Draper’s Super Bee Apiaries, Inc. Observation Bee Hive, Beekeeping Supplies
Bee Pollen, Bee Propolis & Royal Jelly in Stock Comb Honey Available Raw Honey - Variety of Flavors Candies - Beeswax - Syrups Body Lotion & Creams - Gift Baskets & More M-F 8am to 4:30pm • Sat 8am to 1pm • Closed Sun.
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May 11-12. 2 Day Kinzua Fly Fishing School. University of Pittsburgh
at Bradford, Bradford. 814-368-5814, https://kinzuaflyfishingschool.com/
May 12. Themed Tea: "Dress Up In Your Finest." French Azilum Historic
Site, Towanda. 570-996-7534, https:// thefrenchazilum.com/
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May 14. Romantic Escapes: Dvorak & Rachmaninov. Community Arts
Center, Williamsport. 570-322-0227, https://williamsportsymphony.org/
May 17-19. 3 Day Fly Fishing School. University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, Bradford. 814-368-5814, https:// kinzuaflyfishingschool.com/
May 18-19. Eldred WWII Living History Reenactment Weekend. Eldred WWII Museum, Eldred. https://eldredpaww2museum.com
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570-946-9971 (Near Ricketts Glen & Worlds End State Park)
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May 18. North Branch Kid’s Trout Derby. North Branch Trout Derby As-
May 24. Dion Pride - Tribute To Charley Pride. Sullivan County Fairgrounds,
sociation, Forkston. 570-574-2788, https://www.nbtda.org/
May 19. North Branch Special Needs & Veteran Day Trout Derby.
North Branch Trout Derby Association, Forkston. 570-574-2788, nbtda.org
May 19. Wyoming County Historical Society Open House. Wyoming
County Historical Society, Tunkhannock. 570-836-5303, https://pawchs.org/
May 24-25. Fryburg Mayfest. Locations, Fryburg. fryburgmayfest.com/ May 24-26. Living History Weekend.
Cook Forest State Park, Cooksburg . https://visitpago.com/events/living-history-weekend-2/
Forksville. https://www.eventbrite. com/e/dion-pride-tribute-to-charleypride-tickets-761393968857
May 24-26. Opening Weekend At French Azilum. French Azilum Historic
Site, Towanda. 570-996-7534, https:// thefrenchazilum.com/
May 25-26. Flickerfest. Flickerwood Wine Cellars & Cocktail Lounge, Kane. https://www.flickerwood.com/ May 25. Market Day. Laporte Park,
Laporte. facebook.com/LaporteEnhancementCommittee
May 25. Spring Shindig. Deep Roots
Hard Cider, Sugar Run. 570-746-3222, https://www.deeprootshardcider.com/
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Through Mar 31. The Snow Geese Migration. Middle Creek Wildlife
Management Area, Stevens. 717733-1512, https://www.pgc.pa.gov/ InformationResources/AboutUs/ContactInformation/Southeast/MiddleCreekWildlifeManagementArea/Pages/ MigrationUpdate.aspx
Hershey. (717) 534-3900, https://docs. google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdHYa snOcQAge31x1sO2levHdIU1svkEv7cW Nbydn_LV2LvQA/viewform
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Mar 1. “Let Her Eat Cake”. Historic Rock Ford, Lancaster. 717-392-7223, HistoricRockFord.org
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Mar 3. TUSK: The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute. American Mu-
Mar 14. Scotty McCreery, "Cab In A Solo" Tour. 1st Summit Arena,
sic Theatre, Lancaster. (800) 648-4102, AMTshows.com
Johnstown. 814-536-5156, www.1stsummitarena.com/
Mar 5. TESLA. American Music The-
Mar 15. Masters Of Illusion. American Music Theatre, Lancaster. (800) 648-4102, https://amtshows.com/show/ masters-of-illusion-2024/
atre, Lancaster. (800) 648-4102, https:// amtshows.com/show/tesla-2024/
Mar 5. tenThing Brass Ensemble.
Schaeffer Auditorium, Kutztown. 610683-4092, https://www.kutztown.edu/ about-ku/administrative-offices/kupresents/2023-2024-season/tenthingbrass.html
Mar 11-12. 49th Annual Woodcarving & Wildlife Art Festival. Millersville
University, Millersville. (717) 682-9400, https://www.lancarvers.com/
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Mar 16. York Saint Patrick’s Day Parade. Downtown, York. https://www. yorksaintpatricksdayparade.org
Isett Heritage Museum
Mar 13-17. Celtic Classic Dog Show. York Expo Center, York. https:// Stone Creek Ridge Road Huntingdon, PA 16652 www.isettheritagemuseum.com
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Apr 1. Brit Floyd P-U-L-S-E Tour. 1st Summit Arena, Johnstown. 814-5365156, https://www.1stsummitarena. com/event/brit-floyd-p-u-l-s-e/
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Apr 7. American Modernism: Works From The Tobaiasz Kruszewski Collection. Lebanon Valley College, Su-
flin. 717-436-5400, https://www.juniatavalleywinery.com/our-story
American Music Theatre, Lancaster. (800) 648-4102, https://amtshows.com/ show/oak-ridge-boys-2024/
Mar 20. Del McCoury Band. Schaef-
leria, Johnstown. 814-445-6431, https:// somersetcountychamber.com/event/ megashow-home-garden-businessexpo/
Mar 23. Easter on the Farm. Pennsyl-
vania German Cultural Heritage Center, Kutztown.
Mar 24. Nickel Creek. American Mu-
sic Theatre, Lancaster. 800-648-4102, https://amtshows.com/
Mar 29, 30. Celtic Woman. Ameri-
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Community Theatre, Stover’s Dam Park, Lebanon. 717-833-4528 Lebanon Expo Center, https://lebexpo.org/
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zanne H. Arnold Art Gallery, Annville. https://www.lvc.edu/suzanne-h-arnoldart-gallery/
Apr 7. Celebrating 85 Years Of Batman. Eichelberger Performing Arts Center, Hanover. https://theeich.org/
Apr 7. Lightwire Theater: The Ugly Duckling. Schaeffer Auditorium,
Kutztown. 610-683-4092, https://www. kutztown.edu/about-ku/administrativeoffices/ku-presents/2023-2024-season
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Apr 10. Lakecia Benjamin. Schaeffer Auditorium, Kutztown. 610-6834092, https://www.kutztown.edu/ about-ku/administrative-offices/kupresents/2023-2024-season
Apr 19, 21, 26 & 28. Barefoot In The Park. Bedford County Players
Playhouse, Bedford. 814-623-7555, https://www.bedfordcountyplayers.org
Apr 19. Brantly Gilbert, "Off the Rails" Tour. 1st Summit Arena,
Johnstown. 814-536-5156, https:// www.1stsummitarena.com/event/ brantley-gilbert-off-the-rails-tour/
Apr 20. Revolutionary War Medicine.
Apr 20-27. York City Cheese Week.
Multiple Restaurants, York. https:// www.rwyork.com/#arrival
Apr 20. Coming Out of Hibernation.
Downtown Boyertown, Boyertown. www.buildingabetterboyertown.org
Apr 25. York Revolution Opening Day. WellSpan Park, York. https://yor-
krevolution.com/
Apr 26-27. RENNINGER’S KUTZTOWN EXTRAVAGANZA. Ren-
ninger’s Kutztown, Kutztown. 610-6836848, www.renningers.net
Apr 26-30. Antique Extravaganza.
“Antiques Capital USA”, Adamstown. http://www.antiquescapital.com/
Apr 27. Go Green In The City. Downtown, York. https://downtownyorkpa. com/go-green-in-the-city/
The Explore Schuylkill Craft Beverage Trail is the perfect way to explore the best local breweries, wineries, and distilleries in the area. Discover unique and delicious craft beverages made by passionate local artisans. Check in at each stop for a chance to earn swag. Whether you’re a beer lover, wine enthusiast, or spirits connoisseur, our trail has something for everyone. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to taste the best craft beverages the region has to offer. Start your adventure on our Craft Beverage Trail today! R103120
Historic Rock Ford, Lancaster. 717-3927223, HistoricRockFord.org
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Apr 27. West Reading Craft Pretzel & Beer Festival. Throughout, West
Reading. www.visitwestreading.org
Apr 27. Juniata Valley Winery Wine Festival. Juniata Valley Winery, Mifflin.
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Explore the great outdoors. Delve into our Nation’s historic past. Visit art galleries, mural parks, and makers’ studios. Enjoy our thriving culinary scene.
Apr 28. Renninger’s Adamstown Antique Extravaganaza. Renninger’s Ad-
Whether you prefer a cozy bed and breakfast, charming campground, or a modern hotel, you’ll find it here. Plan an adventure that’s close by, but far from ordinary!
amstown, Denver. 610-336-2177, www. renningers.net
MAY May 3. Maifest. Reading Liederkranz,
Reading. 610-373-3982, https://www. readingliederkranz.com/
May 4. Annual Benefit Auction. Nicholas Stoltzfus Homestead, Wyomissing. 484-878-2916, http://www.nicholasstoltzfus.org/ May 10-11. Kutztown Antique Radio Meet. Renninger’s Kutztown, Kutztown.
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May 11. Taste Of Pennsylvania Wine May 18. Bloody Run Canoe Clas& Music Festival. Memorial Park, York. sic. Downtown, Everett. 814-348-1199, https://www.facebook.com/tasteofpa
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May 13-19. Mifflin Soaring Associa- May 18. Boyertown Heritage Day. tion’s Region 2 Soaring Contest. Mif- Downtown , Boyertown. https://www. flin County Airport, Reedsville. 717-667- buildingabetterboyertown.org/ 6829, http://www.mifflinsoaring.org/
May 18-19. Kish Creek Trout TourMay 15. Bedford Farmers Market. nament. Mifflin County Youth Park,
Downtown, Bedford. 814-623-0048, Reedsville. 717-667-6110, https://www. https://downtownbedford.com/farm- facebook.com/kishcreektrouttournaers-market.html ment
May 16-26. High School Musical Ju- May 25. The Path Of The Flood Hisnior. Lebanon Community Theatre, toric Races. Peoples Natural Gas Park, Stoever’s Dam Park, Lebanon. 717-833- Johnstown. 814-472-2110, https://www. 4528 cambriaconservationrecreation.com/
May 17-19. Stonycreek Whitewa- May 25. County Memories Day. ter Rendezvous. Greenhouse Park, Downtown, McVeytown. 814-207-5095,
Johnstown. 814-266-4276, https://ben- https://www.facebook.com/CountryMemoriesDay/ screekcanoeclub.com/
May 17-18. Rhubarb Festival. Kitchen May 29-31. Showcase For ComKettle Village, Intercourse. (717) 768- merce. 1st Summit Arena, Johnstown. 814-536-5107, https://www.showcase8261 forcommerce.com/ May 18. 34th Annual Union Canal Day . Union Canal Tunnel Park, Leba-
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Through May 12. Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens Presents Ritual Of Self: Isaiah Zagar’s Self-Portraits On Paper. Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens,
Philadelphia. 215-733-0390, www.phillymagicgardens.org/event/ritual-of-selfisaiah-zagars-self-portraits-on-paper/
Through May 19. Native American Beadwork: Evolution, Trade, and Artistry. Museum of Indian Culture, Allentown. 610-797-2121, https://www. museumofindianculture.org/
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Feb 23-Mar 10. Ain’t Misbehavin’ The Fats Waller Musical Show. Civic
Theatre Of Allentown, Allentown. 610433-8903, https://civictheatre.com/ theatre/upcoming-performances/aintmisbehavin.html
Mar 1-31. Nkwiluntàmën. Pennsbury Manor, Morrisville. https://nkwiluntamen.com/ Mar 1-2. Always Olivia Featuring Annie Aiello. Bucks County Playhouse, New Hope. https://bcptheater.org/ shows/always-olivia/
Mar 2. The Purple Xperience. F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts, Wilkes-Barre. https://kirbycenter.org/ show/the-purple-xperience/ Mar 2. St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
Downtown, Pittston. https://pittstonstpatricksparade.org/
Mar 2-3. Sugar Shack Scramble. Po-
Mar 8-9. The Sounds of Soul. Bucks County Playhouse, New Hope. https:// bcptheater.org/shows/the-sounds-ofsoul/ Mar 10. Enter the Haggis. Sellersville Theater, Sellersville. https://www.st94. com/events/enter-the-haggis-3/ Mar 15-17. The Jersey Tenors. Bucks County Playhouse, New Hope. https:// bcptheater.org/shows/the-jersey-tenors/
Mar 15-16, 20-24. Peter and the StarCatcher. Civic Theatre Of Allen-
town, Allentown. 610.433.8903, https:// civictheatre.com/theatre/upcomingperformances/peter-and-the-starcatcher.html
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Downtown, Bethlehem. 610-868-9599, https://celticfest.org/parade-of-shamrocks/
cono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. 570-828-2319, https:// www.peec.org/programs/events/icalrepeat.detail/2024/03/02/1955/-/sugarshack-scramble
Mar 15. The Tartan Terrors. Mauch Chunk Opera House, Jim Thorpe. 570325-0249, https://mcohjt.com/tartanterrors
Mar 2-10. 2024 PHS Philadelphia Flower Show. Pennsylvania Conven-
Theater, Sellersville. https://www.st94. com/events/glengarry-bhoys-3/
tion Center, Philadelphia. https://phsonline.org/the-flower-show
Mar 3. Winter Survival. Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry. 570-828-2319, https://www.peec. org/programs/events/icalrepeat.detail/2024/03/03/1959/-/winter-survival Mar 6. Selwyn Birchwood with Katie Henry. Sellersville Theater, Sellersville. https://www.st94.com/events/selwynbirchwood-with-katie-henry/
Mar 16. Glengarry Bhoys. Sellersville
Mar 21-Apr 14. Big The Musical. Bristol Riverside Theatre, Bristol. https:// www.brtstage.org/shows/big-the-musical/ Mar 23. Isaac Mizrahi. Bucks County Playhouse, New Hope. https://bcptheater.org/shows/isaac-mizrahi/
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Bushkill Falls, Pike County
138 Bushkill Falls Trail, Bushkill, PA https://www.visitbushkillfalls.com On the outskirts of Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, the headwaters of Bushkill Creek and Pond Run descend from the mountains to the Delaware River, forming awe-inspiring waterfalls. The boardwalk is just one of the ways to experience Visitors will be captivated Bushkill Falls.There are 4 trails with varying degrees of by the eight magnificent difficulty. There are steps making accessibility challenging waterfalls within the 300- for some. acre Bushkill Falls. It’s just a 15-minute walk on the tranquil Luke’s Falls, which also drops Green Trail to the 100-foot Main Falls, 50 feet. Unfortunately, due to dangerous which involves some steps but no trail conditions, Glen Okono Falls is no climbing. four trails lead guests to all longer accessible to hikers, and visitors eight scenic waterfalls. should not ignore the signs. Visitor admission fees contribute to the upkeep of the log boardwalks Raymondskill Falls, Dingmans that guide guests through serene forFalls & Silverthread Falls. Pike ests and ravines. Bushkill Falls is open from April 1 County to October 31. April and November, Delaware Water Gap National Recreweather permitting. ation Area (DWGNRA) 917 Raymondskill Rd Buttermilk Falls and Luke’s Milford, PA https://www.nps.gov/dewa/planyourvisFalls. Carbon County it/raymondskill-creek-trail.htm Lehigh Gorge State Park Lehigh Gorge Trail Raymondskill Falls Rockport Rd., Weatherly, PA 18255 Raymondskill Falls and Dingmans https://www.poconomountains.com/ Falls are the two tallest waterfalls in listing/lehigh-gorge-state-park/3745/ Pennsylvania, respectively. Both can be Lehigh Gorge State Park is home found within the Delaware Water Gap to three beautiful waterfalls near Jim National Recreation Area (DWGNRA). Thorpe, PA. Buttermilk and Luke’s With three impressive drops, RaymondFalls are easy to access along the D&L skill Falls stands at over 150 feet and Trail. Three-tenths of a mile upstream is located in the northern reach of the from Rockport Access Area, you’ll find recreation area just outside Milford. The the 50-foot Buttermilk Falls cascad- falls can be accessed via a steep, .3-mile ing over several ledges. If you walk trail with two viewing areas, one in the the same distance downstream from middle and one at the top. the Rockport Access, you’ll come to
Dingmans Falls, Pike County 224 Dingmans Falls Rd., Dingmans Ferry, PA https://www.nps.gov/dewa/planyourvisit/dingmans-creek-trail.htm Dingmans Falls is located about 7 miles south of Raymondskill Falls. It has two visitor viewpoints offering different perspectives of the 130-foot falls. A boardwalk trail leads to a handicapaccessible viewing platform, while a staircase takes visitors another .1 mile for a view from the top. As you make your way to Dingmans Falls, you can see Silver Thread Falls at the park’s entrance. Silver Thread Falls, Pike County https://gowaterfalling.com/waterfalls/ silverthread.shtml This 80-foot horsetail waterfall is just a short distance from Dingmans Falls. The thin waterfall is one of the easiest to access in the area. The Silverthread Falls trailhead is at the Dingman Falls Visitor Center.
Tumbling Waters Trail Falls, Pike County
Pocono Mountain Environmental Center 538 Emery Rd, Dingmans Ferry, PA 18328 https://www.peec.org/about/hiking-trails The Tumbling Waters Trail Falls is also in the Delaware Water Gap within the 38-acre Pocono Environmental Education Center. The trail leading to the falls is a moderately challenging threemile trek. An overlook permits stunning views of the Delaware Valley and New Jersey’s Kittatinny Mountains. From there, switchbacks lead to the 20-foot picturesque Tumbling Waters Trail Falls. Note: George W. Childs Recreation Site is also located within Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and has three waterfalls: Factory Falls, Fulmer Falls, and Deer Leap Falls. Due to extensive winter storm damage sus-
tained in 2018, this trail is still closed to the public while $3 million worth of repairs are being completed. The recreation site has a projected opening this spring or summer.
Shohola Falls, Pike County
Route 6, Shohola, PA 18458 https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/pennsylvania/shohola-falls-trail Located in State Game Lands along Route 6 near Hawley, Shohola Falls Trail is a .6-mile loop leading to the sprawling cascades series, offering spectacular views from every angle. The falls drape over stepped rocks just below Shohola Lake. “Shohola” is a Lenni Lenape word meaning “place of peace.”
Hawk Falls, Carbon
Hickory Run State Park Rt. 534 Albrightsville, PA https://www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateParks/ FindAPark/HickoryRunStatePark/Pages/Hiking.aspx Hawk Falls Trail, located in Hickory Run State Park, is a challenging .6-mile forest path that takes you across a scenic footbridge and through a rhododendron canopy before reaching the beautiful 25-foot Hawk Falls. Trail parking is available along Route 534. The Hickory Run State, Park Visitors Center, is just down the road along 534.
Little Falls, Pike County
Promised Land State Park 100 Lower Lake Rd., Greentown, PA https://www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateParks/ FindAPark/PromisedLandStatePark/ Pages/Hiking.aspx Take the picturesque Little Falls Trail to reach the waterfalls along a branch of Wallenpaupack Creek near Hawley. A footbridge 0.25 miles up the trail allows users to access the other side of the creek. Combine this trail with other trails nearby for a longer hike in the park or the adjoining Delaware State Forest.
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Wild Creek Falls, Carbon County
Beltzville State Park 2950 Pohopoco Dr., Lehighton, PA https://www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateParks/ FindAPark/BeltzvilleStatePark/Pages/ Hiking.aspx The 1-mile loop Falls Trail leads hikers to the Wild Creek Falls Bridge, through the forest, then upstream to the Wild Creek Falls.
Ricketts Glen State Park Waterfalls, Luzerne County
Sweet Valley, PA 17656 https://www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateParks/ FindAPark/RickettsGlenStatePark/ Pages/default.aspx Hike just over 7 miles in Ricketts Glen State Park to discover 22 named waterfalls along Kitchen Creek. Most
of the falls are located along a 3.2-mile loop. Ganoga Falls is the largest waterfall in Ricketts Glen State Park at 94 feet tall. The falls are part of a National Natural Landmark.
Stairway Falls, Pike County
Stairway Wild Area Delaware State Forest 2174A Route 611 Swiftwater, PA 18370 https://www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateForests/ FindAForest/Delaware/Pages/Wild_ NaturalAreas.aspx From Stairway Lake, follow the 2.8mile Stairway Trail to reach the cascade. The trail can be challenging due to the dense vegetation and rocky terrain. The tiered falls are best seen after heavy rain.
EASTERN REGION calendar of events
Mar 24. St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
Apr 27. The Great DuBois. Bucks County Playhouse, New Hope. https:// bcptheater.org/shows/the-great-dubois/
Mar 28-31. Cirque du Soleil.
Apr 27. Earth Day Festival at PEEC. Pocono Environmental Edu-
Main Street, Stroudsburg. https://www. poconoirishamericanclub.com/parade. html#/ PPL Center, Allentown. https://www.pplcenter.com/events/detail/cirque-du-soleilcorteo
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cation Center, Dingmans Ferry. 570828-2319, https://www.peec.org/ p ro g r a m s / e v e n t s / i c a l re p e a t . d e tail/2024/04/27/1984/-/earth-day-festival
Apr 7. Brandywine Hills Point to Point Races. Myrick Conservation Center,
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Apr 17-18. Chicago the Musical: 25th Annual Musical Tour. State
May 4. Art In The Park. Bucks County Community College Upper Bucks Campus, Perkasie. https://www.facebook. com/events/6728465740616535/
West Chester. https://www.facebook. com/BrandywineHillsPointtoPoint/
Theatre Center for the Arts, Easton. 610-252-3132, https://statetheatre.org/ events/chicago-the-musical-2
Apr 18-21. Jim Thorpe Independent Film Festival. Mauch Chunk Op-
era House, Jim Thorpe. https://www. jimthorpeindiefilmfest.com/
Apr 26-28. West Chester Film Festival. Uptown! Knauer Performing
Arts Center, West Chester. https:// filmfreeway.com/WestChesterShortF ilmFestival?fbclid=IwAR2Vaw5XGR0oawbsTOZqg0LkaOVdejHUu_KU-2GoerA7ds3MD4IYyeoTWU
May 17-19. Father/Son Retreat at Camp Orchard Hill. Camp Orchard
Hill, Dallas. 570-333-4098, https://www. camporchardhill.com/father-son-retreat/
May 24-26. Mayfair at Cedar Crest College. Cedar Crest College, Al-
lentown. 610-740-3762, https://www. cedarcrest.edu/events/mayfair-festivalof-the-arts/
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OIL CREEK & TITUSVILLE RAILROAD Your entire family will enjoy a 3-hour round-trip “through the valley that changed the world.” Only operating Railway Post Office car in the USA. Ride in Coach or First Class. During your ride, be sure to visit our open air Gondola car for a great view of Oil Creek State Park! Check out our website or visit us on Facebook for schedule.
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Mar 9. Westminster College Celebrity Series Presents Superstar: The Songs, The Story, The Carpenters.
Westminster College Orr Auditorium, New Wilmington. westminster.edu/ about/community/celebrity-series/
Mar 15. Quota Of Indiana, PA: Sound Beginnings Social. Fraternal Order of
Eagles, Indiana. www.facebook.com/ events/386501203908962
Mar 23. PA Taxidermy Association Sportsman’s Show. Kovalchick Con-
vention & Athletic Complex , Indiana. facebook.com/people/PA-TaxidermyAssociation/100027918356331
Mar 23. Spring Open House - Smicksburg. Community, Smicksburg. 814-
257-8696, www.visitsmicksburg.com
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Mar 24. John Crist’s Emotional Support Tour. Warner Theater, Erie. 814452-4857, www.eriewarnertheatre.com
Mar 29. Good Friday Breakfast. In-
diana County YMCA, Indiana. 724-4639622
Mar 30, Apr 19, May 18. 50 Miles to Empty. Davenport Cidery & Winery, Meadville. 814-724-1225, davenportcidery.com
Mar 30. Peter Cottontail Express.
Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad, Perry Street Station, Titusville. 814-676-1733, https://octrr.org
Beaver County Brewery Trail Embark on a sudsy adventure through the heart of Beaver County's thriving craft beer scene! Our brewery trail promises a delightful journey through some of the finest craft breweries in the region. Whether you're a seasoned beer connoisseur or just looking for a fun day out, this trail has something for everyone.
After the Fall Cider 257 Zeigler Road Rochester, PA 15074 afterthefallcider.com
Altered Genius Brewing Co. 411 Merchant Street Ambridge, PA 15003 alteredgeniusbrewing.com
Beaver Brewing Co. 1820 7th Avenue Beaver Falls, PA 15010 beaverbrewingcompany.com
Big Sewickley Creek Brewery 2030 Big Sewickley Creek Rd. Sewickley, PA 15143 sewickleybrewery.com
Bullseye Brewing Co. 911 5th Avenue New Brighton, PA 15066
Fermata Brewing Co. 918 Merchant Street Ambridge, PA 15003 fermatabrewing.beer
Monaca Brewing Co. 1030 Pennsylvania Ave. Monaca, PA 15061 monacabrewing.com
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WESTERN REGION calendar of events
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https://www.erieplayhouse.org
Raceway, Seward. www.pvrmx.com/
Apr 5-May 5. Fiddler on the Roof.
May 10-19. The Playhouse Presents: Diary of a Wimpy Kid the Musical.
Apr 4-5, 12-14, 18-20. Inherit the Wind. Erie Playhouse, Erie. 814-454-2852,
Academy Theatre, Meadville. 814-3378000, www.theacademytheatre.org
Apr 5-7. Indiana-Armstrong Builders Association Home Show. KCAC, Indiana. 724-349-2327, www.iabuilders.com
Apr 5-7. Butler County Home Show .Family Sports Center, Butler. https://butlercountyhomeshow.com/
May 3-5. AMA North East Loretta Lynn Area Qualifier. Pleasure Valley
Erie Playhouse, Erie. 814-454-2852, https://www.erieplayhouse.org/
May 11. Murder Mystery Dinner Matriarch Mayhem: "The Stromboli Family Reunion" Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad, Perry Street Station, Titusville. 814-676-1733, octrr.org/
May 12. Mother’s Day Train Ride.
Apr 13. 72nd Annual Lucas Oil Race of Champions 250. Lake Erie Speedway,
North East. lakeeriespeedway.com
Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad, Perry Street Station, Titusville. 814-676-1733, https://octrr.org
Apr 19. Betty Buckley at Walker Recital Hall. Mercyhurst University, Walker Recital
May 17-18. May Mart-Garden & Vendor Expo. S&T Bank Arena, Indiana.
Hall, Erie. 814-824-3000, https://miac.mercyhurst.edu/events/betty-buckley-0
Apr 20. Hammer-In Blacksmithing Festival. W.A. Young & Sons Foundry and Ma-
chine Shop, Rices Landing. 412-464-4020, https://riversofsteel.com/attractions/w-ayoung-sons-foundry-and-machine-shop/
Apr 27. 42nd Open House at Conneaut Cellars Winery. Conneaut Cellars Winery
& Distillery, Conneaut Lake 814-382-3999, conneautcellars.com/events.html
Apr 27-28. AMA Spring Championship.
Pleasure Valley Raceway, Seward. https:// www.pvrmx.com/
Apr 27-28. Spring Pull, Cookport Antique Machinery Show. Pleasure Valley
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724-541-4318, /indianagardenclub.org/
May 18. Jimmy Stewart’s Birthday Celebration. Jimmy Stewart Museum,
Indiana. 724-349-6112, jimmy.org
May 18-19. Portersville Steam Show Spring Gas-up. Portersville Steam
Show Grounds, Portersville. (724) 3683173, portersvillesteamshow.com/
May 23. Sweater Walk At Buttermilk Falls. Buttermilk Falls, New
Florence. 724-463-8636, https://www. indianacountyparks.org/parks/buttermilk_falls_park/default.aspx
May 24-25. Delaney Chevrolet Westsylvania Jazz & Blues Festival. IRMC
Park, Indiana. https://westsylvaniajazzandblues.org/
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A Once-In-A-Lifetime Event in Erie Viewing a Solar Eclipse is an otherworldly experience, but we often see just a fraction of the eclipse. On April 8, the city of Erie will be in the path of totality, a rare and privileged position allowing the sky to go dark for nearly four minutes as the moon passes between the sun and the Earth. Although the eclipse will be visible to almost everyone in North America, Erie stands out as the only major city in Pennsylvania where you can witness all stages of the event. The partial eclipse begins at 2:02 p.m. in Erie, and totality will start at 3:16 p.m. When the eclipse hits totality, the moon and sun are lined up perfectly, with the moon obscuring the entire sun except for its outer atmosphere, which gives the eclipse a spectacular glow. During totality, if even a tiny part of the sun is visible, it will be 10,000 times too bright to view with the naked eye. That is why special glasses are required to view the eclipse safely. VisitErie (Erie’s destination marketing organization) expects huge crowds of visitors at the most popular destinations, like Presque Isle State Park and Erie’s Bayfront District. Erie County will have many public viewing locations, but higher elevations with unobstructed views are recommend-
ed. Some examples are Shades Beach in Harborcreek, Picnicana in Summit Township, and Erie Bluffs State Park. Visit ErieEclipse2024.com for a list of public viewing locations. VisitErie will update the list as more locations are added. In addition to the main event, Erie will host events like The Greatest Show On Earth at PennWest Planetarium and The Total Eclipse Festival at Lake Erie Speedway. You can plan a spectacular extended weekend getaway with the help of the free ‘Hello Erie’ app available for Apple or Android devices. The next Total Solar Eclipse visible in the U.S. won’t be until 2044, but a view of a solar eclipse in its totality will not happen again in Pennsylvania until 2144. So, if you want to experience a once-in-a-lifetime event in Pennsylvania, head to Erie in early April. In addition to Erie, Crawford, Warren, Mercer, and Venango Counties are also in the path of totality. No matter where you choose to view the eclipse, the weather will have a big say in how well we see it. For tips on how to safely view the eclipse visit whereandwhen.com/a-totaleclipse-of-the-sunare some safety measures
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