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Do You Know Where You’ll Vacation This Year?

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ach year, Pennsylvania welcomes millions and millions of travelers from all over the U.S. and the world. So, what is it that people from other states know about Pennsylvania that we don’t? Often, we’re so familiar with our surroundings that we forget that there’s a lot more to Pennsylvania than the county we live in. For the past year, we at Where & When, Pennsylvania’s Travel Guide, have been working on a brand-new event designed to introduce families to the amazing vacation destinations in the commonwealth.

On Saturday, April 21, the inaugural PA Family Travel Fair (PAFTF) will welcome attendees to visit with exhibitors representing attractions and destinations from all over Pennsylvania.

At each booth, friendly and knowledgeable people will help you with information about their destination – no high-pressure sales or gimmicks.

In addition to giveaways that will be available at individual booths, one lucky attendee will win a $2,500 getaway for four in Northern Pennsylvania! This family vacation will take the winner to four destinations in that region. Each destination will provide accommodations for two nights, plus meals and passes to attractions and activities. If that wasn’t enough, the winner has the flexibility to plan an eight-night trip or break the package up into four smaller family getaways. Complete details for the PAFTF getaway package will be available at the PA Family Travel Fair.

The most fun you’ll have planning your vacation!

Among our exhibitors you’ll find amazing outdoors destinations, historic sites, family fun attractions, campgrounds and unique lodging. The fair will also feature children’s activities. The Pennsylvania Alliance for Geographic Education at Shippensburg University will bring a 22-foot giant map of Pennsylvania. Children will be able to participate in an interactive scavenger hunt involving the vendors. In addition, there will be mascots, face painting and balloon animals - all at no charge. Radio station 90.3 WJTL will host a Kids Cookie Break (KCB) Pop Up Party and will broadcast live from 9 a.m. to noon.

Radio personality Lisa Landis and the KCB Car will also make an appearance during the broadcast.

Isaac’s Restaurants will serve up some of their amazing dishes inside the café, while food trucks including Auntie Anne’s Pretzels and Good Life Ice Cream & Treats will be set up outside.

Although the free PA Family Travel Fair is focused on family vacations, vendors will have great options for couples and single travelers as well.

Did We Mention Giveaways?

Below are some of the giveaways you’ll find at the fair. More will be announced on www.pafamilytravel.com as they become available. Look up the PA Family Travel Fair event on Facebook to get up-to-date info!

KPA Family Travel Fair Grand Prize Getaway: $2,500 Family Vacation for Four in Northern Pennsylvania - The package includes eight nights of accommodations, along with meals and passes to some of northern Pennsylvania’s amazing attractions.

KPAFTF Kids' Scavenger Hunt Hershey Giveaway: 4 Hersheypark Passes and a 2 night stay at the Hotel Hershey KRaystown Lake Region: 2018 Raycation Getaway KExplore Altoona: Family Fun Package KThe Nature Inn at Bald Eagle: Adventure Kayak Weekend Package KClinton County Visitors Bureau: Clinton County Escape Package KIndiana County Visitors Bureau: Indiana County Getaway KPhiladelphia/West Chester KOA Campground: 2-night Camping Giveaway KWhitewater Challengers: Whitewater Rafting Trip on the Lehigh River KColebrookdale Railroad: 2-hour Steam Excursion with the Engineer KOil Heritage Alliance: Oil Heritage Package KButler County Tourism & Convention Bureau: Overnight Package KPenn-Mar Irish Festival: Ticket Giveaways KEcho Dell - Indian Echo Caverns: Family Pass Giveaway KCrystal Springs Inn & Suites, Towanda: Overnight Stay

Meet Our Sponsors $2,500 PA Family Travel Fair Getaway Sponsor: The Rest of PA “The Rest of PA” (ROPA) is the state’s newest marketing alliance comprised of the Columbia-Montour Visitors Bureau, Endless Mountains Visitors Bureau, Potter-Tioga Visitors Bureau and the Susquehanna River Valley Visitors Bureau.

Collectively, these bureaus represent 10 counties in the center of the commonwealth. The Rest of PA is the getaway sponsor for Where & When magazine’s PA Family Travel Fair.

Family fun reigns in the Rest of PA! From amusement parks to horse-drawn covered wagon rides, covered bridges, museums, fairs and festivals to stunning

state parks and forests offering amazing outdoor recreation opportunities, plus sweet corn-flavored ice cream on a hot summer’s day and just enjoying quality time with your family – the Rest of PA is all about families.

Come experience Pennsylvania’s Grand Canyon, Pennsylvania’s only International Dark Sky Park at Cherry Springs, Knoebels Amusement Resort, Bill’s Old Bike Barn, Clyde Peeling’s Reptiland, T&D’s Cats of the World, the Electric City Trolley Museum, Red Deer at Rolling Hills Farm, Rohrbach’s Farm Market and family fun events such as the Sullivan County Fair, Elk Mountain Fall Festival, Sunbury River Festival, the Bloomsburg Fair and the Potter/Tioga Maple Festival.

And that’s just a sample of what your family will enjoy in the Rest of PA! You’ll come to know what so many think: that the Rest of PA celebrates and offers some of the Best of PA! To learn more about the Rest of PA, visit the ROPA “island” at the PA Family Travel Fair.

GOLD SPONSOR: Visit Potter-Tioga Potter and Tioga counties are an outdoors enthusiast’s dream and a spectacle for the eyes. From the brilliant night skies at Cherry Springs State Park to the natural beauty of the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon, these two counties provide countless opportunities for hiking, biking, boating, fishing and exploring Pennsylvania’s outdoors. For vacation and accommodation information, log on to www.visitpottertioga.com.

MEDIA SPONSORS: WJTL 90.3 FM Radio: A 100 percent listener-supported, noncommercial contemporary Christian music station serving the Lancaster, York, Harrisburg and Lebanon. www.wjtl.com Engle Printing & Publishing Co., Inc (EPC): A familyowned and family-operated business founded in 1954.

EPC offers quality commercial printing services, community newspapers and automotive and lifestyle/leisure publications, including Where & When, Pennsylvania’s Travel Guide. www.engleonline.com GOODIE BAG SPONSOR: Butler County Tourism & Convention Bureau is providing reusable grocery totes filled with goodies to the first 250 families.

*PA Family Travel Fair Grand Prize Getaway winner to be randomly chosen during the event at 3:45 pm. You do not need to be present to win.

See individual exhibitors for details on their giveaways.

IF YOU GO: Date: Saturday, April 21 Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Location: Calvary Church Campus Address: 1051 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601 Admission: Free admission and parking Info Phone: 717-492-2544 Website: pafamilytravel.com

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Through Mar 12. Exhibit: Spilled Milk Paintings.

Elise Warfield paints slightly surreal but alluring scenes with layered symbolism. HUB-Robeson Galleries, Penn State University, University Park. 814-865-2563, www.studentaffairs.psu.edu/hub/artgalleries

for use within the park, with staff on hand to assist borrowers. Mondays through Saturdays. 8am-2pm. No fee.

Sinnemahoning State Park and Wildlife Center, Austin.

814-647-8401, www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/findapark/sinnemahoning.index.htm

Through Mar 15. Exhibit: Suzanne Nugent. Inspired

Through Apr 27. Exhibit: Lydia Walton. Penn State

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Through Jun 18. Exhibit: Jeanne McKinney. The Penn State alumna will exhibit her pastel artwork. Office of the Vice President of Student Affairs, Penn State University Main Campus, University Park.

by music boxes, Nugent creates handmade paper puppets as well as jewelry. HUB-Robeson Galleries, Penn State University, University Park. 814-865-2563, www.studentaffairs.psu.edu/hub/artgalleries

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student Lydia Walton will exhibit her drawings of altered reality. North Halls Cultural Lounge, Penn State University Main Campus, University Park.

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Feb 26-Apr 6. Typography Show. Artists of all ages and levels of experience may submit work on the theme of typography, the art of designing and arranging type and how type affects the style and appearance of printed matter. Entries are due Feb. 24. The reception will take place on March 3 from 6-8pm. Free adm. The Exchange Art Gallery, Bloomsburg. 570-317-2596, exchangearts.com Feb 27-Apr 27.

Exhibit: Juried Exhibition. The event will mark the 50th anniversary of the Art Alliance of Central Pennsylvania and will showcase the work of many local artists. HUB-Robeson Galleries, Penn State University, University Park. 814-865-2563, www.studentaffairs.psu. edu/hub/artgalleries, www.artalliancepa.org

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Mar 1-Jun 22. Exhibit: State of the Axe. Photographer Ralph Gibson offers 30 black-and-white portraits of guitar masters playing their instruments, revealing the intense relationship of each player with his or her beloved axe. Free adm. Weis Center Lobby, Samek Art Gallery at Bucknell University, Lewisburg. 570-577-3792, http://galleries.blogs.bucknell.edu Mar 1-Apr 15. Exhibit: Art Through the Ages Redux.

Features all new work by Carol Cillo and Steve Getz. A reception is set for March 3. Free adm. Artspace Gallery, Bloomsburg. 570-784-0737, artspacebloomsburg.com Mar 1. Performance: Lorelei Ensemble. A Bostonbased ensemble of nine women whose musical expertise ranges from early to contemporary. 7:30pm. Adm. Main Auditorium, Weis Center for the Performing Arts, Lewisburg. 570-577-1000, www.bucknell.edu/WeisCenter Mar 1-May 31. Clarion University’s Movies on Main.

The new, 188-seat, state-of-the-art movie theater operated by Clarion University students will feature special movie nights such as Throwback Thursdays, thriller nights and family-friendly movie showings. Thursdays. 7pm.

Clarion University Theater at Suites on Main, Clarion. 814393-2459 Mar 1-2. Stars Over Clarion. Tour the night sky via a

show that highlights important celestial events occurring that month. The presentation interweaves ancient stories and the modern understanding of celestial objects, along with star lore from other cultures. 7-9pm. Clarion University’s Peirce Planetarium, Grunenwald Center for Science and Technology, Clarion. 814-393-2085, smontgomery@clarion.edu

Mar 1-31. Susquehanna Heartland Wine Trail. Stop by family-owned wineries and sample the many varieties the region has to offer while enjoying entertainment, food and giveaways each weekend. Locations throughout the Susqeuhanna River Valley. www.PAWineTrail.com Mar 2. Culture Cafe: Nepal. An evening of storytelling, songs, tastings and crafts from Nepal. 6-7pm. The Children’s Museum, Bloomsburg. the-childrens-museum.org

Mar 2-3. Susquehanna Valley Quilt Guild Quilt Show

2018. The biannual show will feature the theme World War I Centennial, and approximately 150 quilts will be displayed.

In addition, three quilts made in 1918 will be featured in honor of local WWI military men. There will also be vendors and food, along with a drawing for a sewing machine. Adm. Warrior Run Area Fire Department, Allenwood. 570-5462716, www.susqvalleyquilters.org

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Performance: Stepping Out. Through Irish melodies, traditional steps, and Celtic instrumentals, Dublin Irish Dance tells the story of the Irish immigration to America after the Great Famine of the mid-1800s. 7:30pm.

Adm. Mitrani Hall, Haas Center for the Arts, Bloomsburg University, Bloomsburg. 570-389-4409, www.bloomu. edu/cas, www.celebrityartistseries.com

Mar 3. Humdinger Trail Races. Race 5, 8, or 13 miles through snowy and muddy fields and forests to test your early season stamina while shaking off cabin fever.

Costumes are encouraged. 8am-5pm. Pig Barn, Danville Borough Farm, Danville. rivertownrace.com/humdinger Mar 3. Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss! Features stories, games, crafts, and more. 1:30-3pm. Free. McBride Memorial Library, Berwick. 570-752-2241, www.mcbridelibrary.org Mar 3. Performance: Joe Diffie. Diffie is a Grammy and

ACM award winner, a member of the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame and a member of the Grand Ole Opry for more than 20 years. 7-9pm. Auditorium, St. Marys Area High School, St. Marys. 814-781-1961

Mar 3. Performance: An Evening With Molly Ringwald.

The actress and her jazz trio meld traditional jazz with hits from the Great American Songbook. 7pm. Bromeley Family Theater, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, Bradford.

814-362-2522, www.bcpac.com Mar 3. Sugar on Snow. Hilltop Pavilion/Nature Center, Mount Pisgah State Park, Troy. www.dcnr.state.pa.us

Mar 6. Performance: Circa: S. A physical ode to Circa’s plurality that extends the possibilities of human strength and flexibility through complex acrobatics. 7:30-9pm.

Adm. Main Auditorium, Weis Center for the Performing Arts, Lewisburg. 570-577-1000, www.bucknell.edu/ WeisCenter

Mar 10. Microscopy. Brownies, Juniors, Cadets, Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts will learn about microscopic cells and organisms and will become familiar with the hands-on basics of using a microscope and preparing and viewing slides. Preregistration required. 1-3pm. Adm. The Children’s Museum, Bloomsburg. the-childrens-museum.org Mar 10. Military Collectibles Show. Featuring militaria

for sale, show and trade from the Civil War to the present, including World Wars I and II. Proceeds will benefit the Jefferson County Historical Society. 9am-4pm. Jefferson County Fairgrounds, Brookville. 814-849-0077, http://jeffcofair.com, www.jchconline.org

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Mar 10-11. Performance: Susquehanna Valley Chorale Spring Concert. The chorale and orchestra, as well as nationally recognized baritone and soprano soloists, will present Ein Deutsches Requiem (Op. 45), the wellloved, brilliant work by Johannes Brahms. Zion Lutheran Church, Sunbury. 570-547-0455, www.svcmusic.org

Mar 16. Bloomsburg Children’s Museum Lego Expo.

Join the Central Columbia Jay Bots and area FIRST Lego League Jr. clubs for a Lego expo, featuring activities, other area Lego clubs and door prizes. This year’s challenge is Aqua Adventure. Discounted adm. The Children’s Museum, Bloomsburg. www.the-childrens-museum.org

Mar 10. Bridal Showcase. Featuring many local businesses to help with planning an upcoming wedding. There will be a bridal fashion show, cake tasting, hors d’oeuvres, local wineries and breweries, florals, disc jockeys, photographers and more. Alparon Park, Troy. 570-297-3648

Mar 16. Meet the Masters: Cave Paintings. Try the masters’ styles with a hands-on family art project.

Preregistration requested. Recommended for children age 5 and up. The Children’s Museum, Bloomsburg. 570-3899206, www.the-childrens-museum.org

Mar 11. Charter Day. The annual event, held on the second Sunday in March, commemorates the land grant made to William Penn from England’s King Charles II in 1681. Free adm. Pennsylvania Lumber Museum, Galeton. 814-4352652, www.lumbermuseum.org

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Commonwealth Charter Day/Priestley’s Birthday. During the annual celebration, visitors may tour the American home of the English clergyman who discovered oxygen and first found that plants supply oxygen to the atmosphere. Attendees may visit with costumed guides in each room and watch Dr. Priestley perform chemistry demonstrations in the Pond Building at 1:30 and 2:30pm. 1-4pm. Joseph Priestley House Museum, Northumberland. www.josephpriestleyhouse.org

Mar 13-Apr 18. Exhibit: Hope & History. Artist Judith Peck will showcase her paintings that portray history, healing, and the broken yet beautiful human experience.

Reception set for March 15 from 4:30-6:30pm, with a gallery talk at 5:30pm. The Gallery at Penn College, Williamsport. 570-320-2445, http://gallery.pct.edu Mar 14.

Performance: Free Chamber Concert. The free concert series features a variety of classical musicians and vocalists. Seating is limited. Reservations are required.

Marilyn Horne Museum and Exhibit Center, Bradford. 814362-7990, www.marilynhorne.org

Mar 15-Apr 8. Performance: The Legend of Georgia

McBride. In this rock ’n’ roll comedy, Casey’s gig as an Elvis impersonator no longer pays the bills, so his only choice is to seize the next opportunity that comes his way. Has an MA (mature audiences) rating. Alvina Krause Theatre, Bloomsburg. 570-784-8181, www.bte.org

Mar 16-Apr 7. Exhibit: Invitational Artist Series: Glass Artist Jessi Moore. An artist and educator who works at The Corning Museum of Glass, Moore makes creations that feature several glass working techniques. A March 16 opening reception will be held from 6-9pm. The Station Gallery, Lock Haven. www.stationgalleryccac.org Mar 16-May 4. Music Together Family Classes. The

internationally recognized early childhood music and movement program is led by a certified music teacher. For newborns through kindergartners with a caregiver.

Registration required. Fridays at 10:15 or 11:15am. The Children’s Museum, Bloomsburg. the-childrens-museum.org

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Maple Weekend. Visit maple farms throughout the region for tours, samples, pancakes and more. Fun for all ages. Potter & Tioga Counties. www. pamaple.com

Mar 17-18. Maple Weekend. Throughout Suquehanna County and Bradford County. 570-537-6676, www.pamapleassociation.org Mar 17. Performance: Williamsport Symphony Orchestra Pops Concert. The concert includes all-time favorites for an evening of fun and inspiring music, including waltzes, dances, marches and the unmistakably popular 1812 Overture. 7:30pm. Community Arts Center, Williamsport. 570-322-0227, www.caclive.com, www.williamsportsymphony.org Mar 20. Performance: Che Malambo. The Argentinebased company excites audiences through precise footwork and rhythmic stomping, drumming of the bombos and singing and whirling boleadoras, celebrating gaucho, the unique South American cowboy tradition. Weis Center for the Performing Arts, Lewisburg. 570-577-1000, www. bucknell.edu/WeisCenter Mar 21-May 3. Exhibit: Mary Ann Mitchell. The reception will take place on March 22 from 11am-2pm. Free adm. Haas Gallery, Bloomsburg. 570-389-4708, http:// departments.bloomu.edu/art/haas Mar 22. Performance: National Symphony Orchestra

of Cuba. Includes music be Ernesto Lecuona, Manuel De Falla, Felix Mendelssohn, Carlos Farinas, Amadeo Roldan, and Maurice Ravel. The orchestra develops and introduces Cuban and Latin American music to the international classical music community, in addition to covering a vast symphonic and chamber repertoire. 7:30pm. Adm. Weis Center for the Performing Arts, Lewisburg. 570-577-1000, www.bucknell.edu/WeisCenter

Mar 22. The Young Meteorologist Club. Eighth- and ninth-graders who are interested in natural sciences such as meteorology, climatology, environmental science and oceanography are invited to take part in the club, which will meet four times per school year and will enjoy a field trip.

This session will highlight floods, landslides and dam breaches. 3:30-5pm. Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center, Punxsutawney. 814-938-1000, marlene@weatherdiscovery.org

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Mar 24. Performance: Air Play (Cirque). During this Family Discovery Series performance, attendees will ride the wind and dream with Air Play, a modern spectacle that brings to life the very air we breathe. Weis Center for the Performing Arts, Lewisburg. 570-577-1000, www.bucknell. edu/WeisCenter Mar 24. Kettle Creek Valley Outdoor Show. Vendors,

Jake’s Witch Project. Northwestern Pennsylvania’s premier MTB Fes val and Trail Run at Jake’s Rocks Trail in Warren, PA jakeswitchproject.com

Mar 23-Apr 22.

Exhibit: School of Visual Arts Graduate Research Exhibition. Studio art graduate research students will display their work in a professional setting in clear, comprehensible terms to people outside the art field. HUB-Robeson Galleries, Penn State University, University Park. 814-865-2563, www.studentaffairs.psu. edu/hub/artgalleries

Mar 23. Astronomical Fridays. The university’s 12-inch telescope is used to observe the moon, planets, stars, star clusers, stellar nurseries, stellar corpses and galaxies. 8pm.

Weather permitting. Stern Athletic Complex, Lock Haven University, Lock Haven. 570-484-2054, www.lhup.edu Mar 24.

Easter Egg Hunt. Hayrides will be offered beginning at noon. Discount eggs will be hidden inside the shop in March. On March 25, the shop will be open from noon-5pm. The egg hunt rain date is April 10. Free adm.

Kohl’s Stony Hill Tree Farm, Milton. 570-437-3442, www. kohlsstonyhill.com

Mar 24. All-You-Can-Eat Haddock Fish Dinner. A home-cooked fish dinner with sides and homemade desserts. 3-7pm. Adm. Montour-DeLong Fairgrounds, Danville.

570-437-2264, www.montourdelongfair.com Mar 24.

A Vintage Affair, Wine, & Food Pairing.

Features 13 tapas-style dining selections paired with 13 wine selections from around the world, along with desserts, a silent auction, and a giveaway drawing. 6-9pm.

Caldwell Consistory, Bloomsburg. 570-808-8869, www. treefest.org, www.geisinger.org

Mar 24. Bradford Brewfest. Features beverage sam-

ples, souvenir sampling glasses, food from local restaurants, live music, a giveaway drawing, and door prizes.

Tickets required. 6-9pm. Gymnasium, St. Bernard School, Bradford. 814-368-7115, www.bradfordchamber.com

Mar 24.

Performance: Bollywood Boulevard: The Journey Through Hindi Cinema. The multi-disciplinary production, featuring a live band, dancers, and multimedia, gives a glimpse into the evolution of the Hindi language film industry, popularly known as Bollywood.7:30pm. Adm. Bromeley Family Theater, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, Bradford. 814-362-5113, www.bcpac.com, www. tickets.vendini.com/ticket-software.html

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educational booths, demonstrations and information covering many outdoor activities. There will be door prizes and a sanctioned turkey calling contest. Benefits the Kettle Creek Hose Fire Company and Kettle Creek Ambulance.

Adm. Kettle Creek Hose Company, Cross Fork. 570-9232386, 570-435-2218, www.kettlecreekhoseco.com

Mar 24. HAK-4-KIDZ at BloomCON. Bloomsburg University is hosting its third annual BloomCON cyber security conference. To let children in on the fun, the museum will host an event for youths ages 7 to 17 to coincide with the adult conference. The museum’s event will include child-friendly presentations and activities on info security, electronics, programming and all kinds of hacks.

Registration required. The Children’s Museum, Bloomsburg.

570-389-9206, www.the-childrens-museum.org Mar 25. Dog Bone Egg Hunt. Dogs may search in the

field for hidden bones, some of which will have associated prizes. 2:30pm. Free. Kohl’s Stony Hill Tree Farm, Milton.

570-437-3442, www.kohlsstonyhill.com

Mar 26. Performance: Mostly Mondays at the Movies

- Big Sonia. Sonia is the last remaining Holocaust survivor in Kansas City and one of only a few who speak publicly about their wartime experiences. 7pm. Adm. K.S. Gross Auditorium, Bloomsburg University, Bloomsburg. www. bloomu.edu/cas, www.celebrityartistseries.com

Mar 28. Destination Blues Listening Room. Regional blues musicians perform as solo artists or in small bands, both acoustic and electric. 7pm. Adm. The Exchange Art Gallery, Bloomsburg. 570-317-2596, exchangearts.com Mar 30-Apr 29.

Exhibit: Artists & Instructors Exhibition. The Penn State Center for Arts and Crafts offers non-credit art classes for adults, as well as children’s art camps, taught by Penn State art students, graduate students and professional artists. The exhibition will showcase work by both students and student-instructors. HUBRobeson Galleries, Penn State University, University Park. www.studentaffairs.psu.edu/hub/artgalleries

Mar 31. Bowdish Model Railroad Demonstration. The newly revised layout continues to honor Charlie Bowdish with many of his original models and animations along with others that have been created by volunteers. 11:30am1:30pm. Jefferson County History Center, Brookville. 814849-0077, www.jchconline.org Mar 31. Easter Egg Hunt. For age 12 and under. 2pm.

Free. Talleyrand Park, Bellefonte.

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Mar 31. Adult Easter Egg Hunt. People age 55 and up will hunt at 3:30pm, and people ages 16 to 54 will hunt at 4pm. Regular hayrides will start at 2:30pm and run as needed. 9am. Free adm. Kohl’s Stony Hill Tree Farm, Milton.

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Mar 31. Special Needs Easter Egg Hunt. Children may

search for eggs and win prizes. There will be a separate area for people who use wheelchairs; the eggs will be placed on traffic cones so individuals may retrieve the eggs themselves. A shortened version of the hayride will be offered from noon-2:30pm. 10am-3pm. Free adm. Kohl’s Stony Hill Tree Farm, Milton. 570-437-3442, www. kohlsstonyhill.com

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Apr 1-May 30. Caring for Communities: Earth Month Celebration. A series of family-oriented outdoor events to engage people in outdoor activities in central Pennsylvania. The series will bring attention to the special qualities and pleasures to be found in the local natural environment. Wetland explorations, owl prowls, star gazing, canoeing/kayaking, wildflower walks and much more will be included. Various locations surrounding Lewisburg.

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Apr 1-Oct 31. Dinosaurs Come to Life. A prehistoric outdoor adventure with life-size animatronic dinosaurs that roar, spit and bellow as guests trek through this exciting educational exhibit. Adding to the exhibit’s fun are five static dinosaurs, a climbable model for picture-taking and a recreated paleontologist dig site. Clyde Peeling’s Reptiland, Allenwood. 570-538-1869, 800-REPTILAND, www.reptiland.com Apr 1. Run As One Walk/Run. Team Red, White & Blue

Lock Haven-Williamsport hosts this event, which is part of a national Team RWB walk/run in honor of Marine veteran Clay Hunt. The event serves as a celebration of the networks that empower, unite and enrich the lives of veterans, and all proceeds help to fund veteran programs. 2pm.

Bellefonte Avenue, Lock Haven. http://teamrwb.org/chapter/team-rwb-lock-haven-williamsport-pa

Apr 5-6. Stars Over Clarion. Tour the night sky via a

show that highlights important celestial events occurring that month. The presentation interweaves ancient stories and the modern understanding of celestial objects, along with star lore from other cultures. 7-9pm. Clarion University’s Peirce Planetarium, Grunenwald Center for Science and Technology, Clarion. 814-393-2085, smontgomery@clarion.edu

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Apr 5. Performance: Halau Hula Ka No’eau. Preserving and performing traditional hula with a style that descends from the island of Oahu’s renowned Ma’iki Aiu Lake, bringing as much of traditional Hawaii to the mainland as possible. Weis Center for the Performing Arts, Lewisburg.

570-577-1000, www.bucknell.edu/WeisCenter

Apr 9. Performance: Mostly Mondays at the Movies: Ghost Town to Havana. The improbable story about inner-city baseball, from Oakland, Calif., to Havana, Cuba.

7-10pm. Adm. K.S. Gross Auditorium, Bloomsburg University, Bloomsburg. 570-389-4409, www.bloomu. edu/cas, www.celebrityartistseries.com

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Apr 13. Performance: Northern Tier Symphony Spring Concert. Blue Ridge Middle School, New Milford.

570-289-1090, www.northerntiersymphony.org

Motion. Joseph Cashore uses marionettes to present a series of scenes taken from everyday life and set to classical music. Suitable for adults and young adults. 7:30pm.

Adm. K.S. Gross Auditorium, Bloomsburg University, Bloomsburg. www.celebrityartistseries.com

evening of reminiscence of the old minstrel shows of the early 1900s will feature songs, jokes and skits fitting with the theme of Be True to Your School. A Relay For Life dessert bar will be available during intermission. 7-9pm. East Forest School, Marienville. 814-927-8218, forestcounty.com,

Apr 6-15. Performance: Into the Woods. Familiar fairy

tale characters get a little entangled on their way to find their happily ever after and have their wishes come true in this dark comedy, which is not recommended for young children. Community Theatre League, Williamsport. 570327-1777, www.ctlshows.com

Apr 7. Cameron County Canoe & Kayak Classic. The

12-mile downriver canoe and kayak race along the Driftwood Branch of the Sinnemahoning Creek features hundreds of participants each year. 7:30am-2pm.

Emporium Country Club, Emporium. 814-546-2011, www. canoeclassic.org, beetlecamp@yahoo.com

Apr 7-Nov 5. Exhibit: The Fight for Liberty: Sayre in World War I. The museum’s new rotating exhibit. Sayre Historical Society Museum, Sayre. 570-882-8221, www. sayrehistoricalsociety.org Apr 7. Selinsgrove’s Chocolate Stroll. Sample choco-

latey goodies throughout the day at various establishments during this free, family-friendly event. Downtown Selinsgrove.

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Meet the Masters: Paul Klee - Painting Watercolor Castles. Try the masters’ styles with a handson family art project. Recommended for children age 5 and up. Free with regular adm. The Children’s Museum, Bloomsburg. www.the-childrens-museum.org

Apr 8. Clinton Central Model Railroad Club Spring Train Meet. Popular gauges of model trains, accessories offered by quality dealers for sale and trade, door prizes, food, hats and patches and decals available. 9am-2pm.

Adm. Mill Hall Volunteer Fire Company, Mill Hall. 570-7266826, http://ccmrr.org Apr 8. Clinton County Goes to Work. Pictures and memorabilia from Clinton County businesses through the years. 2-4pm. Poorman Gallery, Lock Haven. 570-7487254, http://clintonpahistory.com / 16 /

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concert series features a variety of classical musicians and vocalists. Seating is limited. Reservations are required.

Marilyn Horne Museum and Exhibit Center, Bradford. 814362-7990, www.marilynhorne.org

Apr 13-15. Performance: Bye Bye Birdie. Rock ’n’ roll heartthrob Birdie has been drafted and chooses an allAmerican girl for a public farewell kiss. The Elvis-inspired 1960s throwback will be directed by Dani Newman and David Merwine with music direction by Shane Oschman.

Bradford Area High School, Bradford. www.bradfordlittletheatre.org Apr 14. Taming of the Brew. Returning and new brewers and restaurants provide food and beer. Enterinment is also included. 7-11pm. Adm. Caldwell Consistory, Bloomsburg. 570-784-8181, 570-784-5530, www.treefest. org, www.bte.org Apr 14. Performance: Silk Road Ensemble. A World Music Performance of an engaging, high-energy ensemble drawing on a rich tapestry of traditionals that make up a shared cultural heritage, creating a new musical language.

Weis Center for the Performing Arts, Lewisburg. 570-5771000, www.bucknell.edu/WeisCenter Apr 19-May 27. Exhibit: Lines & Circles. New art-

works by Sandy Lentz, Bob McCormick, and Beth Aten. The reception will take place on April 28. Free adm. Artspace Gallery, Bloomsburg. 570-784-0737, www.artspacebloomsburg.com

Apr 19-21. The Essence of Nature: A Photographer’s Journey Outside. Professional photographer Shawn Murray shares techniques for enhancing one’s outdoor photography. 5:30-7:30pm and a Saturday field trip.

Marilyn Horne Hall, Bradford. 814-362-5078, http://www. upb.pitt.edu/continuinged/ Apr 20.

Performance: Northern Tier Symphony Spring Concert.

Tunkhannock Area High School, Tunkhannock. 570-289-1090, www.northerntiersymphony.org

Apr 20-22. Wine & Dine Weekend. Indulge in fine

foods and wines of the season. Includes a stay in a suite, breakfasts and a five-course dinner with live music.

Reservations required. Gateway Lodge, Cooksburg. 814744-8017, www.gatewaylodge.com

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Apr 20. Performance: Joe Diffie Concert. The country

music icon will bring his catalog of hits such as “Pickup Man,” “John Deere Green” and “Bigger Than the Beatles.”

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8pm. Stern Athletic Complex, Lock Haven University, Lock Haven. 570-484-2054, www.lhup.edu Apr 21. Beaver Run Auction. Features vendors, food, entertainment, and auction items such as building materials, machinery, furniture, crafts, woodcrafts, and plants.

Auction begins at 8:30am. Free adm. Beaver Run School, Danville. 570-490-0927 Apr 21.

Washingtonville Fire Company Breakfast.

Eggs, bacon, ham, sausage, pancakes, French toast, potatoes, sausage gravy, coffee, tea, and hot chocolate. 7-11am.

Adm. Social Room, Washingtonville Vol. Fire Company, Washingtonville. 570-437-2069, washingtonvillefireco.org

Apr 21. Buffalo Creek Paddle. Paddle on Buffalo Creek with Canoe Susquehanna staff and members of the Buffalo Creek Watershed Alliance. Reservations required.

1-5pm. Adm. Milton. 570-784-2522, .paddlehappy.com Apr 21-22.

Coolspring Power Museum Open Day. Featuring a large collection of historically significant, early stationary gas engines, as well as more than 250 internal combustion engines depicting 125 years of development of Industrial America. 7am-8pm. Coolspring Power Museum, Coolspring. 814-849-6883, coolspringpowermuseum.org

Apr 21-22.

Spring Antique & Collectible Show & Sale. Features vendors from across the U.S. selling furniture, glass, coins, books, toys, clothing, and collectibles. The museum saw mill and birch still will be in operation on Saturday. Refreshments will be available for purchase.

Pennsylvania Lumber Museum, Galeton. 814-435-2652, www.lumbermuseum.org

Apr 21. Annual Penn State Blue-White Game.

Beaver Stadium, Penn State University Main Campus, University Park. www.gopsusports.com

Apr 21. Hyner View Trail Challenge. The 50K, for expe-

rienced runners, starts at 8am, and participants are expected to traverse the course in 9 hours or less. The 25K, open to runners and hikers alike, starts at 9am. Some 1,300 runners and hikers converge on Hyner Mountain for this wildly popular trail challenge. Eagles Nest, Renovo. 814321-8281, http://hikerun.com

Apr 25. Destination Blues Listening Room. Regional

blues musicians perform as solo artists or in small bands, both acoustic and electric. 7pm. The Exchange Art Gallery, Bloomsburg. 570-317-2596, exchangearts.com

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Apr 26-28. 19th Annual Ridgway Chainsaw Carvers

Rendezvous. Sales, demonstrations, an arts and crafts show, food and family fun. Ridgway. www.chainsawrendezvous.org

Apr 26-May 20. Performance: Marjorie Prime. In

the near future, a service creating holographic projections of late family members allows a dying woman to spend time with a younger version of her deceased husband. The show has an MA (mature audiences) rating. Alvina Krause Theatre, Bloomsburg. 570-784-8181, www.bte.org

Apr 27-May 12. Lewisburg Celebration of the Arts.

A two-week long celebration of arts bracketed by two main events: the Market Street Festival, with art, entertainment and food on Apr. 28, and Lewisburg Live! with bands playing in venues throughout downtown on May 12. In between, there are art and photography exhibits, performances, workshops, demonstrations and a children’s play.

Lewisburg. www.lewisburgartscouncil.com

Apr 28. God & Country Barbershop Annual Show.

Tunkhannock Area High School, Tunkhannock. 570-8368595, www.harmonize.com/tunkhannock

Apr 28. Porter Township Heritage Days 5K Color Fun Run/Walk. Proceeds benefit the Porter Township Heritage Days Festival. Registration at 8am, with the race at 10am.

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May 27: 12-4, 2nd Annual Austen Afternoon at the John LaPorte House:

Reservations required. Tour of Austen Era period clothing. Demonstration

by English Country Dancers. Tour the Napoleonic camp, historical sites and be treated to a full English tea. $25 per person, limited seating.

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Apr 28.

40th Annual Renaissance Jamboree. The completely outdoor event will feature hundreds of craft vendors; food from nonprofit organizations in Columbia, Montour, and southern Luzerne counties; and free entertainment, children’s rides, and games. No pets will be allowed. Free parking with shuttle service will be available from the Bloomsburg Fairgrounds starting at 9:30am.

10am-5pm. Free Downtown Bloomsburg. 570-784-2522

May 4. Clinton County United Way Sports Night & Fine Arts Auction. The seventh annual fundraiser will feature silent and live auctions during a fun-filled evening that includes music, games, prizes and food. Benefits Clinton County United Way and its 16 partner agencies.

6:30pm. Adm. Castanea Fire Company Picnic Grounds, Lock Haven. http://clintoncountyunitedway.org

newly revised layout continues to honor Charlie Bowdish with many of his original models and animations along with others that have been created by volunteers. 1-3pm.

Jefferson County History Center, Brookville. 814-8490077, www.jchconline.org

May 5. Community Day. Special events are planned, including trade demonstrations, guided forestry walks, and a group hike. Community-based agencies and organizations will have information booths set up, and food and beverages will be available for purchase. Free adm.

Pennsylvania Lumber Museum, Galeton. 814-435-2652, www.lumbermuseum.org

Apr 28. Wine in the Wilds at Lock Haven. The annual wine tasting festival will be held at a new location this year.

Attendees may taste and buy wine from several wineries, and there will be food, vendors, door prizes and music.

Sponsored by the Clinton County Historical Society. 3-7pm.

Adm. Clinton County Fairgrounds, Mill Hall. 570-748-7254, www.clintoncountyfairpa.com, http://clintonpahistory.com

May 5. Spring Fling. Downtown businesses and more than 200 vendors from central Pennsylvania and surrounding states will converge for a celebration of the foods, sites, and sounds that make Danville unique. The event will also showcase local nonprofit organizations. The downtown streets will be closed to traffic. 9am-5pm. Free adm.

Downtown Danville. 570-284-4502, visitdanvillepa.org

Apr 28-29. 37th Annual Endless Mountains Maple Festival. The festival includes a rodeo, a monster truck show, rides, games, vendors, a flea market, crafts, a petting zoo, camel rides, a wing cook-off, food and more. Alparon Park, Troy. www.maplefestivalpa.com

May 5. Stinkfest. The celebration of leeks includes leek

Apr 29. Buffalo Creek Paddle. Paddle on Buffalo Creek

May 5-6. Two-Day Kinzua Fly Fishing School. Develop

Apr 28. Bowdish Model Railroad Demonstration. The

with Canoe Susquehanna staff and members of the Buffalo Creek Watershed Alliance. Reservations required.

1-5pm. Adm. Milton. 570-524-7692, paddlehappy.com

Apr 29. Mountaineer Mud Bog. Noon. Free parking.

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cuisine, a leek dip contest, food and craft vendors, amusement rides for children, entertainment, the Lil’ Stinker contest, and outhouse races. 11am-6pm. Downtown Bradford. 814-368-7417, www.stinkfest.org

skills in fly fishing, an angling method in which an artificial fly is used to catch fish. Includes all meals and one night of lodging. Adm. University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, Bradford.

May 5-6. Performance: Buffalo Valley Singers Spring Concert. Presenting Rutter’s Requiem with chorale, soloists and orchestra. St. John’s United Church of Christ, Lewisburg.

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Clinton County Farmers Market. An indoor/outdoor market of seasonal fruits, vegetables and plants, in addition to crafts and flea market items, food and more. Sponsored by the Clinton County Fair Association. Open Tuesdays throughout the spring, summer and fall. 8am-2pm. Clinton County Fairgrounds, Mill Hall. 570-660-1231, www.clintoncountyfairpa.com

May 5-6. Arts4All. This two-day event is designed to

May 3-4. Stars Over Clarion. Tour the night sky via a

May 6. Buffalo Creek Paddle. Paddle on Buffalo Creek with Canoe Susquehanna staff and members of the Buffalo Creek Watershed Alliance. Reservations required.

1-5pm. Adm. Milton. 570-524-7692, paddlehappy.com

show that highlights important celestial events occurring that month. The presentation interweaves ancient stories and the modern understanding of celestial objects, along with star lore from other cultures. 7-9pm. Clarion University’s Peirce Planetarium, Grunenwald Center for Science and Technology, Clarion. 814-393-2085, smontgomery@clarion.edu

May 4. First Friday at the Museum. Features special

activities for the whole family. 9am-8pm. Adm. The Children’s Museum, Bloomsburg. 570-389-9206, www. the-childrens-museum.org

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allow visitors of all ages to experience, participate in and enjoy all forms of art. Artisans, music acts, food vendors, children’s activities, clay demonstrations and art classes will be available. More than 100 artisans will be located at the indoor venue. 10am-4pm. Harlan Rowe Middle School, Athens. www.athensarts4all.com

May 6-7. Hazen Flea Market. Hundreds of vendors will sell antiques, collectibles, furniture, arts and crafts, clothing, jewelry, fresh flowers and vegetables, kettle corn, jerky, cheese and more. 8am-4pm. Warsaw Township Fire Hall, Brookville. 814-328-2528, www.hazenflea.com, station015@windstream.net

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May 12. Performance: Almost Queen. Donning genuine

costumes, the band recaptures the live energy and precision of Queen. 7:30pm. Bromeley Family Theater, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, Bradford. 814-362-2522, www. bcpac.com

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Books & Brews Fest. Lazybrook Park, Tunkhannock. 570-836-1677, tunkhannocklibrary.org

May 12. Northumberland County Historical Society May 7-12.

Backyard Tourism Week in the Susquehanna River Valley. Learn more about summer fun in the Susquehanna River Valley and sign up for a chance to win dozens of amazing prizes. 9am-5pm.

Susquehanna River Valley Visitors Bureau, Lewisburg.

800-525-7320, www.visitcentralpa.org

May 11-13. Mom’s Spa Getaway. A weekend of rejuvenation including two nights in a fireside Jacuzzi suite, a wine reception, breakfast both mornings, a head and foot massage and a Mother’s Day Sunday high tea. Reservations required. 5:30pm on Friday to 3pm on Sunday. Gateway Lodge, Cooksburg. 814-744-8017, www.gatewaylodge.com May 11-12. Performance: Susquehanna Valley Chorale Pops Concert. Enjoy timeless music from the movies during the concert, which will include favorites from the past and present. 7:30pm. Weber Auditorium, Susquehanna University, Selinsgrove. 570-547-0455, www.svcmusic.org May 11-13.

Central Pennsylvania Spring Outdoor Show. The third annual event will feature a variety of outdoor equipment and activity vendors, in addition to food and informational displays, music, prizes and children’s activities. Bill’s Happy Camper RV Sales & Service, Mill Hall.

570-726-7400, http://centralpaspringoutdoorshow.com

May 12. Montour Preserve Paddle. Features up to three hours of paddling instruction, time to explore the lake, and opportunities to try various styles of paddling such as stand-up paddleboards. Reservations required. 1-5pm.

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History Day. Visit with historical re-enactors, view canal memorabilia, meet with craftspeople and check out special exhibits and presentations. There will be food and beverages to enjoy. Northumberland County Historical Society, Fort Augusta and Hunter House Museum, Sunbury. 570286-4083, northumberlandcountyhistoricalsociety.org

May 12. Wings Over Wine. Enjoy local wineries, beer and delicious food. Guests should bring a lawn chair.

Sponsored by the Towanda Rotary. Noon-5pm. Bradford County Airport, Towanda. www.wingsoverwine.info May 12. 34th Annual Guthrie Gallop. A 5K and a 10K. The race begins at 8am. Sayre Theatre, Sayre. , www.bcrac. org, www.guthrie.org

May 13. Open House at the Heisey Home. During this

Second Sunday program, guests will enjoy touring and listening to stories about Clinton County history and the Heisey House Museum. Sponsored by the Clinton County Historical Society. 2-4pm, with tour times at 2:10 and 3:10pm. Heisey House Museum, Lock Haven. 570-7487254, www.clintonpahistory.org

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May 18-20. Three-Day Kinzua Fly Fishing School.

Develop skills in fly fishing, an angling method in which an articial fly is used to catch fish. Includes all meals and lodging for two nights. Adm. University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, Bradford.

May 18-20. Performance: In The Next Room. The historical comedic drama, set in the 1880s at the dawn of the age of electricity, centers on a doctor, his wife, and a new therapy for hysteria. Togi’s Playhouse, Bradford. www. bradfordlittletheatre.org May 18-20. Middlecreek Valley Antique Association

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Washingtonville Fire Company Breakfast.

Eggs, bacon, ham, sausage, pancakes, French toast, potatoes, sausage gravy, coffee, tea, and hot chocolate. Adm. Social Room, Washingtonville Vol. Fire Company, Washingtonville. 570-437-2069, http://washingtonvillefireco.org

May 19. Lewisburg Appetizer. The 6-mile trip on the West Branch of the Susquehanna River will allow participants to watch for riverside wildlife, improve their paddling skills, learn about local history, and enjoy the companionship of other paddlers. There will be a stop for the optional purchase of food. Reservations required. 1-5pm. Begins at Milton State Park, Sunbury. www.paddlehappy.com

Antique Machinery Show. Featuring antique tractors, engines and other related farm equipment, along with displays, demonstrations, flea market and craft vendors and lots of good food. Free parking and adm, camping, barrel train rides for children, entertainment and tractor pulls.

Middlecreek Valley Antique Association Showgrounds, Selinsgrove. 570-374-9420, www.mvaapa.org

May 19-20. Upper Pine Creek Trout Tournament.

Anglers who catch tagged fish during the event can win up to $10,000 in cash and merchandise. A 13-mile stretch of Pine Creek between Mill Street Bridge in Galeton and the Ansonia Bridge in Shippen Township. 570-724-2888

May 18. Astronomy Program. 8:30pm. Preregistration

May 19-20. Coolspring Power Museum Open Day.

required. Lakeside Pavilion, Mount Pisgah State Park, Troy. www.dcnr.state.pa.us

May 19. Montrose Chocolate & Wine Festival.

Montrose. 570-278-1230, www.chocolatewinefestival.com

Featuring a large collection of historically significant, early stationary gas engines, as well as more than 250 internal combustion engines depicting 125 years of development of Industrial America. 7am-8pm. Coolspring Power Museum, Coolspring. 814-849-6883, coolspringpowermuseum.org

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May 19-20. Tour de Forest Spring Ride. A leisurely ATV ride through the scenic Allegheny National Forest on designated forest roads and trails that are not usually open to ATV traffic. Featuring a low difficulty level, the ride will be suitable for riders of all ages and experience. Benefits the Marienville Volunteer Fire Department. 8am-3pm.

Allegheny National Forest, Marienville. 814-227-9503, www.marienville-fire.com/local-events/tour-de-forest/ May 19. Kinzua Tick Fest. Learn about ticks through a

fun and scientific presentation by marine biologist Gino Luchetti and other experts on the study of insects. Also features food, music, and games. Kinzua Bridge State Park, Mount Jewett. 814-887-5142, www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/findapark/kinzuabridge/

May 19. Mifflinburg Wine Festival. Celebrating German

heritage with arts and crafts vendors, food, live music and more. The ticketed event features wine tastings and sales from local wineries and breweries. VFW Carnival Grounds, Mifflinburg. 570-966-1666, www.mifflinburgpa.com

May 19-20.

Performance: Buffalo Valley Singers Pops Concerts. The singers will present their annual pops concert. St. John’s United Church of Christ, Lewisburg.

570-286-9559, www.buffalovalleysingers.org

May 19. Armed Forces Day Run. The fifth annual event will include a family-friendly 3.6-mile trail run, a 1.5-mile walk and a half-mile children’s race. In honor of Armed Forces Day, participants are encouraged to wear patriotic clothing. Registration wiill be at 8:30am, with a prerace ceremony at 9:45 a.m. The race starts at 10am. Pavilion 6, Bald Eagle State Park, Howard. 570-893-4339, http:// clintoncountypa.com/VeteransAffairs May 19. Home Textile Tool Museum Opens for the Season. Call for hours of operation. Home Textile Tool Museum, Orwell. 570-247-7175, www.httm.org / 26 /

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May 19. Eagles Mere Auto & Air Museum Reopens.

Reopening for the 2018 season. Eagles Mere Air Museum and Eagles Mere Auto Museum, Eagles Mere. www.eaglesmereairmuseum.org, www.eaglesmereautomuseum.com May 20. Milton Model Train Museum Open House. The

open house is held during the annual Moose Fishing Derby and features a huge 20-by-60-foot O-gauge layout. Free adm. Milton Model Train Museum, Milton Moose Family Center, Milton. 570-412-1653, https://visitmiltonpa.org/ model-train-museum/

May 20. Clinton/Potter Counties Spring ATV Poker

Run. Participants can start from either campground for this easy, approximately six-hour ride. Proceeds benefit the Central Mountains ATV Association. 9am. Adm. Quiet Oakes Campground, Cross Fork, and Potter County Family Campground, Coudersport. http://cmatva.org

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The Chief Wetona Challenge Trail Run. 8:30am-4pm. Preregistration required. Poolside Pavilion, Mount Pisgah State Park, Troy. www.dcnr.state.pa.us

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Memorial Day Weekend at Gateway Lodge. Kick off summer with three nights in a luxury suite, breakfast each morning and a smoked barbecue meal on Sunday. Reservations required. Gateway Lodge, Cooksburg.

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May 25-27. Cook Forest Living History Weekend.

During the fun-filled weekend of living history, living historian and master storyteller Paul Stillman and historical interpreter Dave Clark will highlight eras such as Medieval times, the French and Indian War, the Industrial Revolution, the Civil War and World Wars I and II through character portrayals and hands-on demonstrations. Cook Forest State Park, Cooksburg. www.dcnr.state.pa.us

May 25-26. Anthracite Heritage Festival of the Arts.

Kicks off on Friday evening with a parade and ceremony.

On Saturday from 10am-6pm, vendors line Market Street and offer ethnic food, crafts, art, exhibits, children’s activities and historical memorabilia. Carriage, trolley and historical cemetery tours are offered. Downtown Shamokin.

570-850-9121, www.NCCARTS.com

May 25-27. Opening Weekend at French Azilum.

Kicks off with the Napoleonic/Jane Austen theme with war re-enactors, an English dance demonstration, a Jane Austen-themed afternoon with period activities and full tea and, of course, tours. French Azilum Historic Site, Towanda. 570-265-3376, www.frenchazilum.com May 25-26. Fryburg Mayfest. A 5K fun run/walk, a cornhole tournament, a barbecue, a craft show, inflatables, fire truck rides and hayrides, a parade, fireworks and a tractor, car and motorcycle show. Fryburg- Marble. www. fryburgmayfest.com

May 26-27. Wilcox Hometown Festival. Offering family fun including music, children’s games, a fishing derby, lawn mower races, a car show, vendors, food, and fireworks. Community Park, Wilcox. 814-929-5138, www. jonestownship.com

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May 26-27. Flickerfest. The event celebrates the 18th

anniversary of the Flickerwood Winery. Highlights include food, artisans and their artwork, live music, a new wine release, wine tastings, a margarita bar, and a bloody mary bar. 10am. Flickerwood Wine Cellars and Lounge, Kane.

814-837-7566, www.flickerwood.com

May 26. Memorial Day Rededication. The Private Silas

Gore Camp 141 of the Department of Pennsylvania of the Sons of Union Veterans will host a rededication of a tablet that has been preserved from its inaugural decoration day in 1868. 1:30pm. Riverside Cemetery, Towanda. http:// silasgorecamp.org

May 26. First Memorial Weekend Cruise-In. Featuring classic and unusual cars. Rain date is May 27. Eagles Mere Air Museum and Eagles Mere Auto Museum, Eagles Mere. www.eaglesmereairmuseum.org, www.eaglesmereautomuseum.com May 27. Peace of the Susquehanna. The 7-mile trip on the West Branch of the Susquehanna River between Montgomery and Watsontown will allow participants to watch for riverside wildlife, improve their paddling skills, learn about local history, and enjoy the companionship of other paddlers. Reservations required. 1-5pm. Adm. Montgomery. www.paddlehappy.com May 31.

NEPA Bluegrass Festival. Family fun, free camping, food and craft vendors, two stages. Lazybrook Park, Tunkhannock. 570-721-2760, nepabluegrass.com

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Each year the panoramic views, hiking trails and picnic areas make Colton State Park on the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon’s western rim a popular destination for visitors as temperatures warm in the months of spring.

By Morgan Christopher There’s a fact that scores of outdoor enthusiasts are quick to share whenever possible: Along Pennsylvania’s northern tier, the counties of Potter and Tioga offer visitors majestic vistas, pristine trails and mountain streams that provide recreationalists a vast playground filled with natural beauty.

The topography of the area, connected by historic Route 6 as the main east-west traffic artery, features miles of lush forests filled with woods that for generations have distinguished the region as the heart of Pennsylvania’s lumber industry. The canyons, lakes and annual bloom of the state flower, the mountain laurel, attracts visitors to the region each spring to celebrate the season.

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Opportunities for outdoor recreation are perhaps the most popular attractions throughout both Potter and Tioga counties, home to 10 state parks, two federal parks and more than 400,000 acres of state forest. Hiking, biking, horseback riding, boating, fishing, bird watching and a wide spectrum of activities are available for visitors when staying in the area’s cabins, campgrounds, At Leonard Harrison State Park on the Pennsylvania Grand Caninns and hotels. The area is yon’s eastern rim, visitors will discover viewfinders allowing them highlighted by the landmark to see the spectacular views as well as an informational film at the Pine Creek Gorge (better known visitor center sharing the story of this natural wonder. as the 47-mile-long Pennsylvania Grand Canyon) and home to struck from atop the canyon. unparalleled stargazing, which has earned Throughout both counties, small towns an international reputation. Pennsylvania’s like Mansfield, Blossburg, Wellsboro, Galenorthern tier is where one visits to take a ton and Coudersport offer visitors thriving deep breath of fresh mountain air, kick business districts where merchants, artists back, unwind and forget about the pres- and artisans welcome visitors to unique sures of day-to-day urban life. A spring visit shops, family-style department stores and to Potter and Tioga counties as the land- treat shops where a sweet tooth can always scapes blooms makes for a perfect getaway be satisfied with locally made specialties to consider!

Each May, Ole Covered Wagon Tours kicks off the annual ride season offering visitors an authentic way to experience Pine Creek Trail, the 62-mile trail that runs along the floor of the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. Tour guides fluently share the rich history of the canyon dating back to the 19th century. As the team of horses winds its way along Pine Creek Trail, visitors ride comfortably in open air wagons designed for a two-hour tour. Following the ride, some visitors take the opportunity to make their way to the canyon rims of either LeonTeams of horses lead comfortably designed wagons along Pine ard Harrison State Park or Colton State Park on opposite sides of Creek Trail for the popular Ole Covered Wagon Tour as guides offer a history of the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon and Pine Creek Trail. the canyon. Here the bird’s-eye views often leave visitors awe-

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like chocolate confections, freshly baked goods and maple products. Families will delight in the region’s restored movie houses where first-run films receive the smalltown cinema treatment.

Looking to learn more about the region’s lumber history? Stop in at the Pennsylvania Lumber Museum in Galeton. This state museum is open year-round, offering programs as well as special events where the public can explore the museum’s working historic sawmill, lumber camp, exhibits and collections to discover the relevance of lumber history in the present time.

Family fun is on the menu as well at two spots just off historic Route 6 in Potter County. Rainbow Paradise Trout Farm, operating for more than 50 years, features nine acres of fishing waters teeming with rainbow, brook, and golden trout, Novice and experienced anglers will delight in casting off for an afternoon at Rainbow Paradise for a memorable family fishing experience.

Farther along Route 6, the Coudersport Ice Mine is a popular tourist attraction located on the side of a hill completely sheltered from the sun. Ice begins form-

Each month during the new moon at Cherry Springs State Park, visitors come from across the globe to experience the Dark Skies phenomenon where the lack of urban light offers visitors a clear view of the galaxy.

At certain times astronomers offer educational programs at the park for stargazers.

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The tour tells the story of the mine’s creation, offering visitors lessons in history and natural science while entertaining then with the quirky story of its origin. Don’t forget to check out the gift shop where souvenirs, trinkets and gems will delight visitors of all ages.

Named the best place on Earth for stargazing by the Travel Channel and designated a Gold Level Dark Sky Park, Cherry Springs State Park in Potter County draws visitors from around the world to experience the phenomena of being able to see thousands of stars with the naked eye. From the Night Sky Viewing Area, visitors can spend a few

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Large outdoor exhibits throughout the 30-acre Pennsylvania Lumber Museum campus include a re-created early-20th-century logging camp, the museum’s popular 70-ton Shay geared-locomotive and a 1910 Barnhart log loader.

hours watching the sky or make a night of it and camp out at one of the designated campsites at the park. Local guides in the region offer stargazing tours for those who prefer a more structured tour, while local photographers lead themed tours for those looking to capture this amazing natural show in the sky.

In the town of Coudersport, visitors will want to check out some of the local attractions awaiting them in the spring. The Hotel Crittenden offers great food and lodging and is best known for being the spot where the renowned G-Man Eliot Ness finished his popular book “The Untouchables.” A new festival in 2018 will celebrate Ness

and his careers as federal agent and author.

The Potter County Artisan Center features original works by local artists and artisans.

Children and adults will delight in the sweet treats offered at Cream ’n Sugar, including ice cream, candies, coffee and gift items.

Close to many urban areas but far from the hustle and bustle of metropolitan life, a visit to Potter and Tioga counties offers a hidden gem where visitors will discover world-class outdoor adventure in a friendly setting. The area boasts great lodging, restaurants, shopping, attractions and yearround events. The Pennsylvania State Laurel Festival held in June is a multi-day annual event bringing together all of the great assets of the region for a welcoming weekend celebrating the natural beauty of both of the counties.

Photo courtesy of Wellsboro Chamber of Commerce Whether visitors seek to hike a leisurely nature trail, enjoy the beauty of a scenic driving tour or bask in the glow of the stars, a visit to Potter and Tioga counties has everything you’ve been looking for in a getaway destination! W&W

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Through Mar 17. Performance: Ring of Fire. The

music of the Man in Black ignites the stage as a cast of musicians celebrate the songs of the legendary Johnny Cash. Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, Lancaster. 717-8981900, www.DutchApple.com

Through Apr 15. Murder at Mount Hope Mansion.

An interactive, culinary who-done-it featuring a sumptuous four-course meal and the opportunity to become a detective. Mount Hope Estate and Winery, Manheim. 717665-7021, www.parenfaire.com

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Mar 1-5. Pennsylvania Horse World Expo. The nation’s

leading equestrian clinicians and entertainers will provide four days of education, entertainment and shopping.

Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center, Harrisburg. 301-916-0852, www.horseworldexpo.com

Mar 1-31. Exhibit: Rotunda Exhibition.

Walk In Art Center, Schuylkill Haven. 570-732-3728, www.walkinartcenter.org

Mar 1-Apr 29. Exhibit: Ibiyinka Alao Exhibition. A reception will take place on March 1 from 6-9pm. Main Gallery, Third Floor, Walk In Art Center, Schuylkill Haven.

570-732-3728, www.walkinartcenter.org

Mar 1-4, 8-11. Performance: The Diary of Anne Frank. Lebanon Community Theatre, Lebanon. 717-2735151, www.lebanoncommunitytheatre.org

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Mar 1. Camera Club. Provides an informal and support-

ive environment for photographers of all levels of experience and with interests in all types of photographic imagery. Free. Walk In Art Center, Schuylkill Haven. 570-7323728, www.walkinartcenter.org

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Performance: Rob Schneider. Known for his trademark blend of character and comedic acting, Schneider made a return to standup after a 20-year break.

Eichelberger Performing Arts Center, Hanover. 717-6377086, www.theeich.org

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Mar 2. Performance: Little Big Town. The popular country music group has been comprised of the same members since its founding: Karen Fairchild, Kimberly Schlapman, Jimi Westbrook and Phillip Sweet. 7:30pm.

Santander Arena, Reading. 610-898-7469, www.santander-arena.com Mar 2. Performance: Martin Grosswendt & Susanne Salem-Schatz, a Concert of Blues Music. Two compelling voices, an uncanny sense of harmony, a deep grounding in traditional American music, stunning guitar work and a warm, intimate performance style. Fort Hunter Park, Harrisburg. www.forthunter.org, www.sfmsfolk.org Mar 2-4. Pennsylvania Garden Show of York. With a theme of Just Imagine, the show will celebrate the best regional garden practices, best plants and easy ways to bring color to a landscape, featuring display gardens, a garden market, a standard flower show and more. York Expo Center, York. 717-578-9029, www.pagsy.com Mar 3. Performance: Close to You: The Music of the

Carpenters. Lead vocalist Lisa Rock and the six-piece band are dedicated to creating a Carpenters experience like no other. Features spot-on renditions of the band’s more than a dozen number one hits. Adm. H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg University, Shippensburg. 717-477-SHOW, http://luhrscenter.com

Mar 3. Irishtown Outdoor Fishing & Hunting Show.

8am-3:30pm. Door prizes and refreshments. Adm $4, children under 12 free. Irishtown Fire Company, New Oxford. 419-234-0776 Mar 3. First Saturday Open House. 1-5pm. Walk In Art Center, Schuylkill Haven. www.walkinartcenter.org Mar 3.

Bart Township Auction & Mud Sale. Bart Township Fire Company, Quarryville. 717-786-3348, www. bart51.com

Mar 3-25. Tour de Tanks. Takes guests on a journey

through family-owned wineries stretching across southern Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. Wine enthusiasts and novices alike will enjoy the special tours of production areas offered at many locations, with other educational presentations along the way. Must be age 21 or older to purchase tickets and attend. Mason-Dixon Wine Trail. 717852-9675, www.masondixonwinetrail.com

Mar 3. Performance: Andy Cooney’s Enchanted Music

of Ireland. Cooney once again gathers the finest musicians, dancers and performers to ignite their audiences in the Irish tradition. Eichelberger Performing Arts Center, Hanover. 717-637-7086, www.theeich.org

Mar 4. Maple Sugar Festival. Learn about maple sugar making, tap a tree, eat real maple syrup on ice cream, enjoy maple taste tests and shop for Pennsylvania maple products. Free. Fort Hunter Mansion and Park, Harrisburg. 717599-5188, www.forthunter.org Mar 4. Performance: Shh! We Have a Plan. Cahoots, from Northern Ireland, presents a nonverbal tale featuring magic, music, and puppetry. The tale follows the journey of a family that adventures through the woods and develops an obsession with capturing a beautiful bird. Starting one hour before the performance, children may participate in creative, hands-on activities. The Ware Center, Lancaster. www.artsmu.com Mar 9-Apr 2.

Downtown Lewistown Discovery Contest. Stroll the streets looking for large, painted cardboard eggs in shop windows. Follow directions and submit the form for a chance to win prizes. Created for children ages 3 to 11. Downtown Lewistown.

Mar 9. Performance: Debbie Wojciechowski, Evidential Medium. Wojciechowski presents Connecting With Your Loved Ones, delivering messages to random audience members. Eichelberger Performing Arts Center, Hanover. 717-637-7086, www.theeich.org

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Mar 9-11. York RV Show. See all types of RVs and talk to more than 40 campground owners. There will also be fun prizes. York Expo Center, York. www.yorkrvshow.net

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Celtic sojourn will feature renowned Uilleann bagpiper Jerry O’Sullivan. 7:30pm. Adm. Strand Theatre, Appell Center for the Performing Arts, York. 717-846-1111, www. appellcenter.org

Mar 10. Performance: The Righteous Brothers The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame duo of Bill Medley and the late Bobby Hatfield topped the charts in four decades. After Hatfield’s death, Medley continued the group. Adm. H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg University, Shippensburg. 717-477-SHOW, http://luhrscenter.com

Mar 10. Erth’s Dino Zoo Live! The educational live the-

ater performance created by Erth Visual and Physical of Sydney, Australia, will lead audiences on a breathtaking tour that begins in prehistoric Australia and features opportunities to interact with lifelike dinosaur puppets.

2pm. Santander Arena, Reading. santander-arena.com

Mar 10-11. Hoods Up Weekend. See early and experi-

mental engines from Pennsylvania vehicles. Docents will be available throughout the museum gallery and carriage factory to answer questions. 9:30am-4pm. Included with adm. Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles, Boyertown.

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figure. Artists must bring their own materials. 6-8pm.

Adm. Walk In Art Center, Schuylkill Haven. 570-732-3728, www.walkinartcenter.org

Mar 10. Performance: Central Pennsylvania Handbell Festival. Eighteen bell choirs from Pennsylvania and New Jersey will ring under the direction of Dr. Kimberlee Strepka. Lebanon Area Evangelical Free Church, Jonestown.

Mar 17. York Saint Patrick’s Day Parade. The 35th annual celebration of Celtic heritage will feature floats, bands, Irish dancers, nonprofit organizations, and more.

Free adm. Downtown York. www.yorksaintpatricksdayparade.org

Mar 10. Gordonville Spring Mud Sale & Auction.

Gordonville Fire Company, Gordonville. 717-768-3869, www.gordonvillefc.com

Mar 17. The First Infantry Division & the U.S. Army

Mar 10. Flavors of Central Market. Ten market vendors are paired with 10 Mudhook beers. This weekend, the theme is Vendor’s Choice; using their favorite ingredients, recipes, styles and specialties, vendors will make a dish of their choosing paired alongside a fresh Mudhook brew.

Central Market, York. 717-683-2930, https://flavorsofcentralmarket.eventbrite.com Mar 10. Performance: The Lords of 52nd Street. Billy Joel’s original band performing the Billy Joel classics that they themselves recorded in the 1970s and ’80s.

Eichelberger Performing Arts Center, Hanover. 717-6377086, www.theeich.org

Transformed: First Infantry Division in Desert Storm.

Retired Col. Gregory Fontenot will be joined by scholars to lead a roundtable lecture exploring how the First Infantry Division underwent rapid and dramatic change between the Vietnam War and Operation Desert Storm. 2pm. Free adm. U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center, Carlisle. http://ahec.armywarcollege.edu, www.armyheritage.org

Mar 17. Penryn Volunteer Fire Company Mud Sale.

Penryn Fire Company No. 1, Manheim. 717-664-2825, www. penrynfire.com

Mar 17. Airville Volunteer Fire Company Mud Sale.

Airville Volunteer Fire Company Mud Sale, Airville. 717-8623806, www.avfc55.com

Mar 11. Charter Day. Noon-5pm. Free adm. Cornwall Iron Furnace, Cornwall. www.cornwallironfurnace.org

Mar 17. West Earl Fire Company Quilt & Consignment Auction. West Earl Fire Company, Brownstown. 717-9895986, www.westearlfire.org

Mar 13-14. Performance: Jersey Boys (Touring). The behind-the-music story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. 7pm. Santander Arena, Reading. 610-898-7469, www.santander-arena.com

Mar 17. Performance: An Acoustic Evening With Lyle Lovett & Shawn Colvin. An incredible acoustic evening of music. Appell Center for the Performing Arts, York. 717846-1111, www.appellcenter.org

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Mar 17. Miniature Railroad Club of York Open House.

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Performance: Teada, Celtic Music From Ireland. With engaging textural arrangements, Teada revels in the vibrant traditional music of Ireland. Appalachian Brewing Company, Harrisburg. 800-838-3006, www. sfmsfolk.org

Mar 21-24. AQS Quilt Week. Enjoy four days of international quilt and textile artistry, along with dozens of workshop and lecture opportunities featuring some of the top names in quilting. Quilt exhibits, special exhibits, and a Merchant Mall. Adm. Lancaster County Convention Center, Lancaster. 270-898-7903 Mar 21. Documentary Night. A documentary screening followed by a group discussion. 6-8pm. Walk In Art Center, Schuylkill Haven. 570-732-3728, www.walkinartcenter.org Mar 21.

Performance: Big Sonia - On Screen/In Person. Holocaust survivor and inspirational speaker Sonia Warshawski is served an eviction notice for her iconic tailor shop. 7pm. The Ware Center, Lancaster. www.artsmu.com

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Mar 23. Performance: MOMIX Opus Cactus. A company of dancer-illusionists under the direction of Moses Pendelton, who brings the landscape of the American Southwest to life with his signature illusionist style, creating dynamic images of cacti, lizards and fire dancers.

Appell Center for the Performing Arts, York. 717-846-1111, www.appellcenter.org

Mar 22. Performance: The Beach Boys. Led by Mike

Mar 23. Performance: Tony Trischka & Bruce Molsky.

Two master musicians at the top of their craft will be honoring their roots while creating innovative new traditions during this performance of bluegrass and old-time music.

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of York, York. 800838-3006, www.sfmsfolk.org

Mar 22. Farmersville Mud Sale.

Mar 24. Performance: Jay Leno. Acclaimed late night television host, stand-up comedian, author, speaker, philanthropist, and pioneering car builder Jay Leno perfoms more than 100 to 150 live shows each year. Adm. H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg University, Shippensburg. 717-477-SHOW, http://luhrscenter.com

Love and Bruce Johnston, the band has had dozens of hit singles and he’s sold albums by the tens of millions. Adm. H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg University, Shippensburg. 717-477-SHOW, http://luhrscenter.com Farmersville Volunteer Fire Company, Ephrata. 717-354-5094, www.farmersvillefire.com

Mar 22. Performance: Men Are From Mars - Women

Are From Venus LIVE! This one-man fusion of theater and standup is a light-hearted theatrical comedy based on the best-selling book. The Pullo Center, York. 717-505-8900, http://pullocenter.york.psu.edu

Mar 22-Apr 28. Performance: Show Boat. Passions

run high on the mighty Mississippi as the show follows the lives, loves and heartbreaks of the performers, stagehands and dock workers on the Cotton Blossom, a Mississippi

Mar 24. Sip & Stroll Wine Walk. A total of 20 down-

town Bedford locations will open their store doors to feature wineries, breweries, distilleries and tapas. 1-5pm. Adm. Bedford. 814-623-0048

Mar 24-25. Easter Craft Fair. Browse the wares of more than 350 local and regional craftspeople displaying a variety of arts and handcrafts in indoor, sheltered and open-air displays. 9am-3pm. Leesport Farmers Market, Leesport. 610-926-1307, www.leesportmarket.com whereandwhen.com / 2018 W&W spring / 35 /

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Mar 24. EGGstravaganza. The Easter Bunny will offer treats for children, and there will be children’s crafts and activities, egg decorating and more. Noon-3pm. Berks County Heritage Center, Reading. 610-374-2944, www. countyofberks.com/parks Mar 24-25. Easter Bunny Underground. Children will

Apr 6-18.

Boscov’s Berks Jazz Fest. Choose from more than 130 major concerts featuring nationally and internationally acclaimed contemporary and straightahead jazz, blues, big band, gospel and world music during music-filled days and nights. Various venues throughout Berks County. 610-898-1930, www.berksjazzfest.com

receive a special Easter treat from the bunny and pose for a professional photo. Daily 1-4pm. Adm is a suggested donation. Special pricing on cavern tours will be offered.

Lincoln Caverns & Whisper Rocks, Huntingdon. 814-6430268, www.lincolncaverns.com

Apr 6-28. Performance: Madagascar. Join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the Hippo and, of course, those plotting penguins in this show based on the DreamWorks movie. Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, Lancaster. 717-898-1900, www.DutchApple.com

Mar 24. Gap Fire Company Mud Sale & Auction. Gap Fire Company, Gap. 610-593-2480, www.gapfire.org

Apr 7. Diner Day. Go back in time with a trip to the 1938 Reading Diner, now located in the museum, and enjoy a slice of pie and a cup of coffee at 1938 prices - a quarter for pie and a nickel for coffee. 10am-1pm. Regular museum adm. Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles, Boyertown.

610-367-2090, www.boyertownmuseum.org

Mar 24, 31. Special Easter Egg Hunt. Two days of

indoor egg hunting through the museum. Guests will hunt to find a variety of egg spots, and treats will be given to each child age 12 and under at the treat locations. The Easter Bunny will make special visits on both days. AACA Museum, Hershey. 717-566-7100, www.aacamuseum.org

Apr 7. Robert Fulton Sale.

Robert Fulton Volunteer Fire Company, Peach Bottom. 717-548-8995, www.513rffc.com

Mar 25. Performance: 3 Redneck Tenors, Lebanon

Apr 7. Rawlinsville Mud Sale. Rawlinsville Fire Company, Holtwood. 717-284-3023, www.rvfd58.com

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Apr 7. Second Chance Spring Auction, Flea Market & Car Corral. An auction and flea market area dedicated to automotive-related tools, parts and collectible items. AACA Museum, Hershey. 717-566-7100, www.aacamuseum.org

Community Concert. 3pm. Lebanon High School, Lebanon. 717-838-2812, www.lccca.net

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Spring Gallery Opening. More than 140 Pennsylvania artisans, new artists, art, classes and a gallery look. Free gift with purchase on April 1. The Arts Barn Education Center, Schuylkill Haven. 570-366-8736, www. theartsbarn.org

Apr 1-30. Exhibit: Tamaqua Area School District Exhibition. Community Gallery, Walk In Art Center, Schuylkill Haven. 570-732-3728, www.walkinartcenter.org Apr 5. Performance: Nashville Unplugged. Acclaimed songwriter Aaron Benward hosts an acoustic evening with country music’s most successful songwriters telling stories and performing the hit songs they have written. Whitaker Center for Science and Arts, Harrisburg. 717-214-2787, www.whitakercenter.org Apr 6-7. Muzzleloading Gun Show. Vendors will feature muzzleloading firearms and accoutrements. Adm. Old Bedford Village, Bedford. 814-623-1156, www.oldbedfordvillage.com Apr 6-14.

Performance: Steel Magnolias. Through clouds of hairspray and over the buzz of blow dryers, six Southern spitfires gather each week to gossip and support each other through thick and thin. Adm. Allenberry Resort Inn and Playhouse, Boiling Springs. 717-462-4401, www. allenberry.com

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Art Retreat. Led by Susan Shaffer.

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Apr 8. Taste of the Town. Savor delicious offerings from area businesses and catch the excitement of the Top Local Celebrity Chef Competition. Liberty Mountain Resort, Carroll Valley. 717-334-8151, www.libertymountainresort. com, www.gettysburg-chamber.org Apr 8. Taste of River Towns. The restaurant fair will

offer tastings from local eateries. Tickets are required.

4-6:30pm. Adm. St. John’s Herr Estate, Columbia. 717684-5249

Apr 9. Veterans Expo & Job Fair. The event will connect active-duty and retired military members of all ages and their families with the benefits and resources available to them. Free adm. Wyndham Garden York, York. 717-2851350, www.wgyorkpa.com, www.VeteransExpo.com Apr 10. Performance: Rent - 20th Anniversary. The Pulitzer Prize- and Tony Award-winning landmark rock musical written by Jonathan Larson will return with a 20th anniversary production. 8pm. Santander Arena, Reading.

610-898-7469, www.santander-arena.com Apr 11. Open Studio Night. Draw or paint from a human figure. Artists must bring their own materials. 6-8pm.

Adm. Walk In Art Center, Schuylkill Haven. 570-732-3728, www.walkinartcenter.org

Apr 13-14. Mifflin County Home & Garden Show.

Mifflin County Youth Park, Reedsville. 717-248-6741

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Apr 14. Performance: The Doo Wop Project. Five charismatic Broadway stars and a five-piece band perform classic doo wop songs from the ’50s and ’60s and make them sound fresh and new in a show for fans of all ages.

The performers also take contemporary pop hits and perform them in a doo wop style. Adm. H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg University, Shippensburg. 717477-SHOW, http://luhrscenter.com Apr 14. Performance: Reading Symphony Orchestra: Glorious Gershwin. The orchestra will pay tribute to American composer George Gershwin by featuring some of his most beloved works, including the modern classics Rhapsody in Blue, featuring acclaimed pianist Simon Mulligan, and An American in Paris, together with selections from Porgy and Bess. 7:30pm. Santander Arena, Reading. 610-898-7469, www.santander-arena.com Apr 14. Performance: Live From Nashville. The fully costumed and choreographed theatrical production brings phenomenal fiddling, fancy footwork and top-flight vocals to the theater in a trip through some of country’s greatest music. Eichelberger Performing Arts Center, Hanover. 717637-7086, www.theeich.org Apr 18. Documentary Night. A documentary screening followed by a group discussion. 6-8pm. Walk In Art Center, Schuylkill Haven. 570-732-3728, www.walkinartcenter.org Apr 19-21. The Great York Train Meet. Swap, buy and

sell toy trains and toy train-related items. York Expo Center, York. 301-916-1507, www.yorktrainshow.com

Apr 19. Performance: STOMP. An unforgettable experience for audiences of all ages, the international percussion sensation has garnered many awards and rave reviews. The eight-member group uses everything but conventional percussion instruments, including matchboxes, wooden poles, brooms, garbage cans, hubcaps, and more, to fill the stage with magnificent rhythms. Adm. H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg University, Shippensburg. 717-477-SHOW, http://luhrscenter.com Apr 20-22, 27-29. Performance: Leading Ladies.

A comedy. Adm. Gardner Memorial Theater at Old Bedford Village, Bedford. 814-623-7555 Apr 21.

PA Family Travel Fair. Dozens of destinations, attractions and PA travel representatives will exhibit and have free information for families. No sales pitches - just information, giveaways and prizes! Enter to win $2,500 family getaway and more! Plus, food trucks and children’s activities. Free admission and parking. 9am-4pm. Calvary Church, Lancaster. 717-492-2544, www.pafamilytravel.com

Apr 21. Southern Cover Power Reunion Spring Plow

Day & Tractor Show. Antique tractor plowing demos, a tractor parade, an antique tractor pull and camping on the grounds. Free adm. Southern Cove Power Reunion Grounds, New Enterprise. 814-766-3436

Apr 21-22.

Belleville Mennonite School Auction.

Features a wide variety of auction items, including furniture and handmade quilts. Belleville Mennonite School, Belleville. 717-935-2184, www.bmsprek12.org

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Apr 21-22. Gettysburg Festival of Races. A weekend of races, including the Blue-Gray Criterium for the Paralyzed Veterans of America Racing Team, North-South Marathon, Blue-Gray Half Marathon, and Gateway 5K. Locations throughout Gettysburg. 866-329-9382, www. gettysburgnorthsouthmarathon.com Apr 21. Performance: Snow White. Pennsylvania Ballet II and the Curtis Institute of Music present the magical tale of Snow White, brought to life through Kermit Poling’s original score and performed by Curtis student musicians.

Starting one hour before the performance, children may participate in creative, hands-on activities. 1pm. The Ware Center, Lancaster. www.artsmu.com

Apr 28. Go Fly a Kite Day Festival & YMCA’s Healthy

Kids Day. Featuring health and wellness information, games and activities, professional kite flying and stunts, a law enforcement vehicle competition and hot air balloon demonstrations. Attendees may bring a kite, or children can make one in the Sled-Kite Workshop tent. Noon-5pm.

Free parking and adm. Berks County Youth Recreation Facility, Leesport. www.countyofberks.com/parks

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Performance: The Fabulous Hubcaps. The band’s flair for capturing the true likeness of the original artist will make audiences want to rock the night away with the sounds of doo-wop, country, Motown, group harmony, rockabilly and classic rock. Eichelberger Performing Arts Center, Hanover. 717-637-7086, www.theeich.org

Apr 21. Miniature Railroad Club of York Open House.

The club will host an open house on the third Saturday of the month throughout the year in celebration of 75 years of continuous operation. Miniature Railroad Club of York, York. www.mrrcy.com, www.facebook.com/mrrcy/

Apr 29. Sacred Heart Benefit Auction. Features handmade crafts and quilts, gift cards, new items, and used items. Mifflin County Youth Park, Reedsville. 717-242-2781

Apr 21. Performance: The Joey Alexander Trio. In 2014, Joey had his U.S. debut at Jazz at Lincoln Center when he was 11 years old. His 2015 debut album received two Grammy Award nominations. Appell Center for the Performing Arts, York. 717-846-1111, www.appellcenter.org

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Apr 23-28. Historic Embassy Theatre Spring Fair.

Features rides, food, games, and live entertainment. Kish Park, Lewistown. 717-248-0321

Apr 26-May 6. Performance: Grave Doubts. Winner

of Theatre Harrisburg’s 2016 New Works Festival, David Simon’s comedy follows a married couple’s after-death reunion six feet under. Theatre Harrisburg - Krevsky Center, Harrisburg. 717-214-2787, theatreharrisburg.com

Apr 26-28.

Antique & Collectors Extravaganza.

Hundreds of dealers and collectors from all over the world will buy and sell among themselves and to the general public. Antiques and collectibles will be sold outdoors, under pavilions and indoors. Renninger’s Antiques and Farmers Market, Kutztown. 610-683-6848, www.renningers.com

Apr 28. 35th Annual Mifflin County Kid Connection.

Activities include crafts, sports, and interactive dance. For children ages 2-12. Free. Downtown Lewistown. 717-2489726

Apr 28. Performance: The Quebe Sisters. The triple-

threat fiddle champions from Texas will play and sing in multi-part close harmony. 7:30pm. Miller Center for the Arts, Reading. 610-607-6270, http://millercenter.racc.edu

Apr 28. Performance: Martin Carthy & John Doyla,

an Evening of Song From Ireland & England. A powerhouse pairing of two musicians who have shaped the face of traditional music on both sides of the Atlantic. Fort Hunter Centennial Barn, Harrisburg. 800-838-3006, www. forthunter.org, www.sfmsfolk.org

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Exhibit: Tri-Valley Area School District Exhibition. Community Gallery, Walk In Art Center, Schuylkill Haven. 570-732-3728, www.walkinartcenter.org

May 1-Oct 5. Performance: The 2018 Show: Songs

of the Silver Screen. Movie buffs of all ages will delight in this new, original production that features live performances from the AMT cast and band as they present the biggest hits from movies past and present. American Music Theatre, Lancaster. 717-397-7700, www.amtshows.com

May 3. Performance: The Piano Guys. The Internet

sensation presents an original blend of classical and pop music. 8pm. H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg University, Shippensburg. 717-477-SHOW, http://luhrscenter.com

May 3-Jun 17. Performance: Grease. Rydell High’s senior class of 1959 will sing and dance their way through Summer Nights, Greased Lightnin’, You’re the One That I Want and more. Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, Lancaster.

717-898-1900, www.DutchApple.com May 4-6. 2018 May Day Fairie Festival. Featuring a

new King and Queen of the May, Sprout Scouts, live music, dancing, bubbles, magicians, craft vendors and more.

Activities will include Maypole dancing, parades, Fairie and Gnome Village tours, tea parties and more. Spoutwood Farm, Glen Rock. 717-235-6610, www.spoutwood.org

May 4. Spirits 161 Speakeasy Soiree. This 1920s-themed event will feature live entertainment, dancing, a bubbly bar and specialty beverages, 1920s-inspired food, 1920s automobiles and more. AACA Museum, Hershey. 717-566-7100, www.aacamuseum.org May 5.

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May 5. Artisans in the Park Spring Show. Hosted by the friends of the Conrad Weiser Homestead, the event will feature food and beverages, live entertainment, tours of the homestead, artists, demonstrations, activities, giveaways, food, farm-to-table wine and more. Rain or shine.

Adm. Conrad Weiser Homestead, Robesonia. 484-3350091, www.artisansinthepark.com May 5. Sparks in the Park. A Civil War encampment

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Historic Courthouse 1 West Market Street Lewistown, PA 17044 717-248-6713

featuring a medical unit exhibit, battle re-enactments, and more. Free adm and on-site camping. Kish Park, Lewistown.

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May 5-Jun 30. Exhibit: Elaine Soltis Exhibition.

The opening reception will take place on May 5 from 1-5pm. Main Gallery, Walk In Art Center, Schuylkill Haven.

570-732-3728, www.walkinartcenter.org

May 12. Hershey Artfest & Flower Show. Featuring more juried artists, a larger music schedule and an expanded children’s area, the event is expected to feature more than 150 artists, food and beverages, and a flower show highlighting arrangements of fresh and dried flowers, wreaths, and spring garden ideas. Chocolatetown Square, Hershey. 717-520-0748, http://hersheyartfest.org

May 5. First Saturday Open House. 1-5pm. Walk In Art

Center, Schuylkill Haven. 570-732-3728, www.walkinartcenter.org

May 5. Performance: Bill Engvall. The comic, known

for Here’s Your Sign, shares his own brand of down-home humor and country comedy. American Music Theatre, Lancaster. 717-397-7700, www.amtshows.com

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Fivepointville Auction. Fivepointville Fire Company, Denver. 717-445-4933, fivepointvillefire.net

May 9. Open Studio Night. Draw or paint from a human

figure. Artists must bring their own materials. 6-8pm.

Adm. Walk In Art Center, Schuylkill Haven. 570-732-3728, www.walkinartcenter.org

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Performance: Paul Anka - Celebrating 60 Years of Hits - His Way! The legendary singer and songwriter will perform. 7:30-9:30pm. Santander Arena, Reading. 610-898-7469, www.santander-arena.com

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Antique & Classic Car Show. 11am-5pm.

Downtown Bedford. www.downtownbedford.com

May 11. Kutztown Antiques Radio Meet. More than 200

booth spaces of antique radios, parts, audio, ham and related items under two large pavilions. Meet experts who fix and restore antique radios. There will be a non-computer show and a Friday night auction. 8am-4pm. Renninger’s Antiques and Farmers Market, Kutztown. renningers.com

May 12. Art in the Park. Features art, music, and food in a recreation setting. 10am-4pm. Bubeck Park, Schuylkill Haven.

May 12. Spring Craft Fair. Browse the wares of more

than 300 local and regional craftspeople displaying a variety of arts and handcrafts in indoor, sheltered and open-air displays. Refreshments will be available. 9am-3pm.

Leesport Farmers Market, Leesport. 610-926-1307, www. leesportmarket.com

May 12. Performance: Fara, Celtic Music From Scotland. Fara brings together four musicians at the forefront of today’s young Scottish folk scene: Jennifer Austin, Kristan Harvey, Jeana Leslie and Catriona Price. Unitarian Universalist Congregation of York, York. 800-838-3006, www.sfmsfolk.org May 12-13. Kayak & Stand-Up Paddleboard Demo

Weekend. Attendees may test paddle the 2018 lineup of kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. Shank’s Mare Outfitters, Wrightsville. 717-252-1616, www. shanksmare. com

May 13. Mother’s Day Brunch. Treat Mom to brunch.

Heritage Hills Golf Resort and Conference Center, York.

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Performance: Peppa Pig Live! Peppa Pig’s Surprise! is a brand-new theatrical tour featuring Peppa, George and their friends in an all-singing, all-dancing adventure full of songs, games and surprises. 6pm.

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Celebration of Quilts 2018. A biannual quilt show presented by York Quilters’ Guild featuring 18 judged categories and one nonjudged category. York College of Pennsylvania, York. 717-792-5536, www.ycp.edu, www.celebrationofquilts.com

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May 19-20. Kish Creek Trout Tournament. Grab a fishing pole and get out on the water to compete for prize money. Kish Creek, with camping available at Mifflin County Youth Park, Reedsville. 717-667-6110

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May 19. Gettysburg Outdoor Antique Show. More than

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120 antique dealers and collectors converge to sell a host of items, including furniture, glass, jewelry, toys, and postcards. Lincoln Square, Gettysburg. 717-359-0776, www. gettysburgretailmerchants.com

May 19. Weaverland Valley Mud Sale. Terre Hill Community Park, Terre Hill. weaverlandvalleyfire.com May 19. Miniature Railroad Club of York Open House.

March 10th & 11th 9:30am to 4pm April 7th 10am to 1pm Open Daily 9:30am to 4pm 610-367-2090 85 S. Walnut St. Boyertown, PA 19512 www.boyertownmuseum.org

May 19-20. 29th Annual Union Canal Tunnel Days.

Featuring tunnel boat rides. A great place to learn about the park. Union Canal Tunnel Park, Lebanon. http://lebanoncountyhistoricalsociety.org

May 26. Country Memories Day. Features more than 100 craft and food vendors, along with live entertainment.

9:30am-4pm. McVeytown. 717-899-7450

May 24-27. Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series. Fans may

enjoy drag racing competitions at many levels, which often showcase future stars in classes where many professional racers began their careers. Maple Grove Raceway, Mohnton.

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May 28. Gettysburg Memorial Day Parade & Ceremonies. The parade will start at Lefever Street and will end at the Soldiers’ National Cemetery, where the ceremony will take place at the Rostrum. Parade begins at 2pm. Ceremony at 3pm. Downtown Gettysburg. 717-3346274 whereandwhen.com / 2018 W&W spring / 41 /

Lake Tobias Wildlife Park in Halifax, Dauphin County, has quietly become a premier family destination in Pennsylvania. It wasn’t an overnight success,

but rather, the realization of a lifelong dream.

“Dad was born and raised here on the property, and he always had a fascination with exotic animals,” recalled Jan Tobias-Kieffer, daughter of the late James Raymond (J.R.) Tobias, founder of the park.

It was while he was serving in the Marines during World War II that he started planning to use a portion of his family farm as an animal park. It was also during this time that he developed the idea of converting school buses into “safari cruisers” to take visitors into the natural habitat of the animals.

After his military service ended in 1946, J.R. returned home to his wife, Polly, who was a member of the Women’s Army Corps from 1944-45. J.R. was a man of many interests and businesses. His dream of opening a wildlife park was still

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Throughout his adult life, J.R. owned and operated several businesses, including a dairy, a cement block manufacturing company, an excavating company and a John Deere farm machinery business.

All of the businesses were located on the family farm.

All seven of J.R. and Polly’s children were involved in the family businesses, including the wildlife park, which opened in 1965. Over the decades, Lake Tobias has grown in size and scope, but the one constant has been the

Tobias family’s commitment to the park.

J.R. bestowed the business to his children three years before his passing in 1996. Lake Tobias Wildlife Park receives no state or federal funding, but it relies solely on admission fees to maintain and

grow the animal park. A section of 300 acres on the property is farmed to provide food for the hooved animals in the park.

There have been many improvements and additions over the years. In 2017, the J.R. Tobias Museum and Education Center opened to rave reviews. The new facility includes a 300-gallon aquarium with a stingray, a timeline of the history of the park, conservation information and hands-on exhibits including “J.R.

Built a Zoo. Can You?” where children are encouraged to build their own zoo.

Perhaps the biggest expansion of all is slated to open this June. The park will open its state-of-the-art giraffe facility as phase one of the zoo’s larger expansion.

With approximately 700 animals from 100 different species, a 150-acre safari field and 50 acres of lakes and exhibits, Lake Tobias is a must-see attraction for families. From the majestic African lion and American bison to the entertaining tamarins and gibbons, a trip to Lake Tobias is an affordable way to experience amazing animals that are otherwise out of reach for most of us.

While nearly all of the safari animals are born at the wildlife park, the Tobias family works with other zoos to acquire some of the animals. Many of the reptiles are from exotic reptile dealers, and some of them were rescues.

In addition to regular operations, the park hosts several special events during the year.

Two very popular events are Wild Days Weekend in July, which includes photo opportunities with baby animals, and Boo at the Zoo in October.

With a third-generation Tobias now involved in the park, we can be assured that the future of J.R.’s dream is in good hands.

Address: 760 Tobias Road, Halifax, PA 17032 Phone: 717-362-9126 Season: Open May 1 through Labor Day, and weekends in September and October. Also open on Columbus Day.

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Hours and days vary throughout the season.

Admission: $8.00 age 3 years and older; children 2 years and under are free (includes park admission, zoo exhibit, reptiles and exotics facility and petting zoo) Safari Tour: $6.00 age 3 years and older; children 2 years and under are free (in addition to park admission) Military Discount: Free park admission and Safari Tour (Military ID required. Does not apply to family members and cannot be used with other discounts.)

Parking is free.

Website: www.laketobias.com

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Through Mar 4. Performance: The Humans. The

show won more than 20 Best Play Awards in 2016. Opening night on Jan. 24 at 7pm. Walnut Street Theatre, Philadelphia. 215-574-3550, 800-982-2787, www.walnutstreettheatre.org

Through Jun 3. Exhibit: The Paintings of George A.

Weymouth. Features approximately 65 of Weymouth’s best works of art in all media, from the early oils of the 1950s to the watercolor and egg tempera landscapes and portraits of later times. Brandywine River Museum of Art, Chadds Ford. 610-388-2700, brandywinemuseum.org

Feb 20-Mar 25. Performance: A Steady Rain. The

friendship of Chicago cops Joey and Denny is put on the line after they respond to a disturbance. Walnut Street Theatre, Philadelphia. 215-574-3550, 800-982-2787, www. walnutstreettheatre.org

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Winter Blues Festival. Legendary blues artists will play against a backdrop of blue-flowering plants, including hydrangeas, blue poppies, and blue coleus. Fridays and Saturdays. Main Conservatory, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square. 610-388-1000, www.longwoodgardens.org

Mar 3-25. Vino in the Valley. Visit the wineries to sample tasting-size food and wine pairings. Participants who have their passports stamped at all eight locations will be entered into the grand prize drawing. Saturdays and Sundays. Wineries of Lehigh Valley Wine Trail, Lehigh Valley. 866-870-7800, www.lehighvalleywinetrail.com Mar 3. Ladies Day. Free play will be offered to get ladies initiated in the game of paintball. Skirmish Paintball, Albrightsville. 800-754-7647, www.skirmish.com

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Mar 3-11. The Philadelphia Flower Show. This years theme, "Wonders of Water" will celebrate the beauty and life-sustaining interplay of horticulture and water.

America’s leading floral and garden designers will create tropical jungles, temperate forests, native woodlands and arid landscapes, showcasing the astounding plants that thrive in each environment, from exquisite orchids and flowering vines to luminescent desert blooms.

Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia www.theflowershow.com Mar 3. Lecture: The Ghosts of Immigrants Past at

Mar 23-24. Spring Bazaar. Featuring a rummage sale,

a book nook, baskets given away via drawings, homemade soup, candy, filling, a bake sale and crafts. The kitchen will be open both days. A percentage of proceeds will benefit local charities. St. John’s Church of Mahoning, Lehighton.

570-386-9960, www.stjohnsmahoning.com

Mar 24. Performance: The Beach Boys. The show is

part of the band’s 50th anniversary tour. 7pm. F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts, Wilkes-Barre. 570-8261100, www.kirbycenter.org

Pier 53. Susan McAninley of the Friends of Washington Avenue Green will bring to life the story of immigration in Philadelphia during the years 1873 through 1915. The Pier 53 Project encompasses 50 years, from 1876 to 1926.

Suggested per-person donation. Pennypacker Mills, Schwenksville. 610-287-9349, www.montcopa.org/ pennypackermills

Mar 25. Performance: Celtic Woman. The unique musical ensemble has emerged as a spectacular commercial success and a genuine cultural phenomenon. The celebration of Ireland and spellbinding Celtic heritage will feature traditional Irish anthems, pop standards and original music. F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts, Wilkes-Barre. 570-826-1100, www.kirbycenter.org

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Mar 31-Apr 14.

Performance: Decades Rewind. Adm.f State Theatre Center for the Arts, Easton. 610-258-7766, http:// statetheatre.org

Mar 11. Bucks County Wedding Show. The second annual trade show features a variety of the county’s venues and vendors. Delaware Valley University, Doylestown.

215-639-0300, ext. 233 Mar 13-Apr 29. Performance: Noises Off. In the classic comedy, a cast stumbles through its final dress rehearsal. Opening night on March 21 at 7pm. Walnut Street Theatre, Philadelphia. 215-574-3550, 800-982-2787, www. walnutstreettheatre.org

Performance: The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley Jr. Stanley Lambchop is a 10-year-old boy who wishes his life were more exciting.

One morning he wakes up to find he is very, very flat, and he is whisked away on a journey more exciting than he could have imagined. Adm. Walnut Street Theatre, Philadelphia. 800-982-2787, walnutstreettheatre.org

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Apr 8. Scranton Half Marathon. Proceeds benefit the continued development of the Lackawanna River Heritage Trail. Begins and ends at Valor Credit Union Field at Scranton Memorial Stadium, Scranton.

May 15-Jul 15. Performance: Mamma Mia! The sensational musical production contains a number of ABBA hits. Opening night on May 23 at 7pm. Walnut Street Theatre, Philadelphia. 215-574-3550, 800-982-2787, www. walnutstreettheatre.org

Apr 10-Jun 10. Performance: Tell Me on a Sunday.

Mar 22-25. Greater Lehigh Valley Auto Show. An

Apr 22. Performance: Gabriel Fluffy Iglesias. The stand-up comedian presents a mixture of storytelling, parodies, characters and sound effects that bring his personal experiences to life. Adm. Cove Haven Resort, Lakeville. 866-500-0485, www.covepoconoresorts.com

automotive extravaganza featuring more than 110,000 square feet of cars, trucks, SUVs, and vans. West Pavilion at Stabler Arena, Rauch Fieldhouse, Lehigh University, Bethlehem. 610-758-9691, www.glvautoshow.org

It is the 1980s and a young English girl, full of energy and optimism, arrives in New York ready to find success and love. Adm. Walnut Street Theatre, Philadelphia. 215-5743550, 800-982-2787, www.walnutstreettheatre.org

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May 12.

Honey Brook Quilt Sale & Consignment Auction. Honey Brook Fire Company, Honey Brook. 610273-2688, www.honeybrookfire.org

May 13. Willowdale Steeplechase. The family-friendly

event is enjoyed annually by more than 10,000 spectators who spend a day watching world-class steeplechase, along with Jack Russel terrier and pony races. Landhope Farms, Kennett Square.

Apr 7-15. Subaru Cherry Blossom Festival. Celebrate both traditional and contemporary Japan with events, including martial arts, ikebana flower arranging, as well as live musical and dance performances. Philadelphia www.subarucherryblossom.org

Apr 25-May 27. Performance: Romeo & Juliet: A

Requiem. In the inventive and intimate six-actor version of the Shakespeare play, the traumatized parents, Friar, and Nurse relive the passion, bravery, and recklessness of the star-crossed lovers. People’s Light & Theatre, Malvern.

610-644-3500, http://peopleslight.org

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May 13. Lecture: Gallery Talk: The Art of Josephine W. Pennypacker. The late 19th century saw popularity in works of art among women, especially watercolors. On display will be the watercolors, charcoal drawings, oil paintings and pencil drawings of Josephine Pennypacker.

Attendees will hear an in-depth talk. Included on all tours.

Suggested per-person donation. Pennypacker Mills, Schwenksville. 610-287-9349, www.montcopa.org/ pennypackermills May 16-Jun 10.

Performance: Camelot. The romantic tale of King Arthur, Guenevere, Lancelot and the Knights of the Round Table. Featuring songs from the composers of My Fair Lady. Act II Playhouse, Ambler. 215654-0200, http://act2.org

Performance: Disney Junior Dance Party.

The interactive concert tour includes songs from Mickey and the Roadster Racers, Sofia the First, Elena of Avalor, Doc McStuffins, The Lion Guard, Vampirina and Puppy Dog Pals. F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts, WilkesBarre. 570-826-1100, www.kirbycenter.org

May 18-20. Performance: Sleeping Beauty. Princess

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Apr 28. Dorney Park Opening Day. Features 200 acres of more than 100 rides and attractions, including nine roller coasters and Planet Snoopy, for guests of all ages.

Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom, Allentown. 610395-3724, www.dorneypark.com

May 19.

Neshaminy State Park Civil War Re-enactment. Learn how Pennsylvania quickly became prepared for the Civil War. Neshaminy State Park, Bensalem. www.neshaminycwevent.org

Apr 28. Performance: Jack Hanna. Jungle Jack introduces attendees to spectacular animals and shares humorous stories and exclusive footage from his worldwide adventures. F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts, Wilkes-Barre. 570-826-1100, www.kirbycenter.org

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May 5. Washington Crossing Brewfest. Attendees may

taste more than 100 beers, try food from vendors, mingle with Revolutionary War re-enactors, and receive a commemorative glass.12:30am-4:30pm. Washington Crossing Historic Park, Washington Crossing. www.washingtoncrossingpark.org, www.washingtoncrossingbrewfest.com

May 11-19. Bethlehem Bach Festival. Includes performances of Bach’s music at Incarnation of Our Lord Church and Packer Memorial Church, as well as Baroque chamber music and cafe-style food and beverages at Zimmerman’s Coffee House. Fridays and Saturdays. Various locations in Bethlehem. 610-866-4382, www.bach.org / 48 /

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Aurora and her Prince are featured in the romantic story of love and honor. www.brandywineballet.org Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, West Chester.

Performance: ’90s Throwback Weekend.

Featuring three of the biggest hip-hop acts from the 1990s: Naughty By Nature, Coolio and Tone-Loc. Cove Haven Resort, Lakeville. 866-500-0485, www.covepoconoresorts.com Greater Philly Gluten Free Expo. Features samples, seminars, door prizes, concessions, and more than 90 vendors. Adm. Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks, Oaks. 717-248-6741, www.phillyexpocenter.com, www.glutenfreeexpopa.com

May 19-20. Strawberry Festival. A weekend of strawberry treats and eats, along with family fun. Rain or shine. 10am-6pm both days, with shops open until 8pm on Saturday. Free adm and parking. Peddler’s Village, Lahaska.

215-794-4000, www.peddlersvillage.com May 19. Radnor Hunt Races. Benefits the open space

and clean water programs of the Brandywine Conservancy.

Radnor Hunt, Malvern. 610-388-8383, www.radnorhuntraces.org

May 19-20.

Tougher Mudder. Adds a competitive, timed twist to the Tough Mudder course. Plantation Field - Unionville, Coatesville. www.toughmudder.com

Country Charm and Rich Culture in the Poconos

By Cara O’Donnell

Milford’s charming downtown is filled with art galleries, antiques and specialty shops.

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s you make the turn onto Broad located in a huge historic home, showcases Street in Milford, there’s some- everything from handcrafted furniture and thing about the town that will immediately carvings to garden gnomes and country chic seem a little familiar. Not necessarily in décor. If you’re looking for the perfect items a déjà vu way, but rather as if the town is for a picnic, Fretta’s Italian Food Specialties welcoming you home. That’s Milford, a small (yes, the same Fretta family of the famous Victorian village in Pike County in the heart Fretta’s in NYC’s Little Italy) is an authentic of the Pocono Mountains. It’s a region that’s salumeria. And for those with a craving for known for its ski resorts and lakes, outdoor sweet treats, Irene’s Kitchen is a delight, ofrecreation and family-oriented lodging com- fering desserts and candies of all kinds. The plexes. But Milford stands out, not only for building is hard to miss; it’s painted bright its nostalgic friendly feel, but for its unique pink. country elegance that’s both charming and Milford offers several quaint Victorianinviting. era B&Bs for guests looking for that homey Milford is hardly a hidden gem; it was experience that really lets them become named one of the Coolest Small Towns in a part of the town, even for just a day or America in 2017 by Budget Travel. From- two. There’s the cozy Harrington House, an mer’s once bestowed the same honor, and 1860s Victorian home just steps from downAtlantic magazine once called Milford “the town and surrounded by lush gardens and a prettiest county seat in America.” In fact, the giant wrap-around porch. Laurel Villa, which village has been a country respite for New once served as a stagecoach shop and as Yorkers since the Gilded Age. It’s also home the summer home for a local theater, offers to the annual Black Bear Film Festival, the guests a relaxed, country setting as well as Milford Music Festival and a Winter Lights a full restaurant that’s open to the public in Festival, and the town used to host The McDade Trail is just one an annual Science of numerous hiking trails Fiction Writers’ Conin Milford ideal for hikers ference. of all experience levels.

But Milford truly shines even without the festivals and extravaganza; in fact, that’s what drives its appeal. Broad Street (the main thoroughfare through town) is lined with shops, cafes and art galleries, each manned Photo by Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau by friendly locals who are more than happy to share their favorite spots throughout town or to help addition to overnight guests.

But, of course, the grand destination a visitor out with restaurant or sightseeing suggestions. After all, many of the locals downtown is the Hotel Fauchére, located were once visitors themselves, eventually right on the main thoroughfare of Broad choosing the charm of Milford over big-city Street and the place to see and be seen bustle. Don’t miss the Artisans Exchange, in Milford. The hotel, on the National Regwhich has become one-stop-shopping for ister of Historic Places, is a luxury boutique anyone looking for the newest works from hotel with three restaurants that has a stolocal and regional artists. The Craft Show, ried past. The current owners found old

Photos courtesy: Hotel Fauchere

Above: The historic Hotel Fauchere, a Relais & Chateaux property, welcomes guests year-round to enjoy its comfortable elegance.

Left: Reserved exclusively for guests, the Hotel Fauchere’s conservatory is a comfortable area overlooking the fountain housed within its private garden.

guest registers with names ranging from Andrew Carnegie and Mae West to Babe Ruth and numerous presidents. In fact, one legend of the Hotel Fauchére is that Gifford Pinchot and Theodore Roosevelt once sketched out the plan for the National Park Service on a napkin while dining at the hotel. The property closed in the ’70s, but the Fauchére was purchased and reopened its doors in 2006, having been renovated and restored to its original grandeur.

And speaking of Pinchot, one of the leading attractions for visitors to the community is Grey Towers National Historic Site, his former estate in Milford. Pinchot (the son of conservationist James Pinchot) was the first chief of the US Forest Service and a two-time governor of Pennsylvania.

Built in 1886, the Pinchot family lived on the estate before it was eventually donated to the US Forest Service in the 1960s, the same organization Pinchot founded decades earlier. Today, the mansion itself and surrounding 100-plus acres are open for guided tours; visitors can also take advantage of self-guided tours of the various trails and gardens, some of which have been restored to reflect Mrs. Pinchot’s own gardens in the 1930s and 1940s.

The scenic vistas of Grey Towers are

just the beginning of the outdoor wonder to be discovered in the areas surrounding Milford. Springtime flowers wash the landscape in a sea of pastels and lush greenery newly awakened from the cold of winter.

The McDade Trail, which starts at Milford Beach, offers spectacular views of the river as well as the trees and fields beyond, and

of course, no visit to Milford would be complete without a trek to at least one of the area’s majestic waterfalls. The three-tiered Raymondskill Falls is the tallest waterfall in Pennsylvania. In fact, if the drops from each tier are added together, the waterfall is only a few feet shorter than Niagara Falls. It’s worth the trip, as is the climb on one of the

Springtime at Grey Towers brings fresh blooms to the many gardens and pathways that surround the estate.

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nearby trailheads of the Cliff Trail System that leads to what locals call “the Knob,” a point overlooking all of Milford and acres of forests and fields below. The view is simply breathtaking.

Another option is to take a day outside downtown Milford to explore the vast Delaware Water Gap Recreational Park, a popular destination for those looking to spend some time in the great outdoors of the Pocono Mountains. The park offers activities ranging from hiking and boating to fishing and camping, as well as trails leading to even more scenic waterfalls. Delaware Water Gap is another nod to the conservation and environmental moments of the ’60s and ’70s, and it’s a wonderful opportunity to get out and have a truly picturesque outdoor adventure.

If history and architecture are on the

agenda, visitors never need to depart the charming downtown.

The self-guided walking tour of the Milford Historic District leads participants on a leisurely walk through town to discover more than 50 Victorian buildings ranging in styles from Gothic and Queen Anne to Italianate and others, all of which are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Maps can be picked up at hotels and inns, as well as at a variety of other businesses downtown.

Also downtown is the Columns Museum, operated by the Pike County Historical Society, which features a collection of artifacts and other items, including Civil War memorabilia, historic farm tools, musical instruments and more. It’s most well known as the home of the 36-star Lincoln Flag, which was draped over the balustrade in the Presidential Box at Ford’s Theater in Washington, D.C., the night President Lincoln was assassinated. That flag reportedly was placed under Lincoln’s head after he was shot.

Whichever activities you choose to discover in historic Milford, all visitors can be assured of one thing – that those experiences will be memorable ones. Milford’s appeal is in its charm, its small-village elegance, and its sense of hospitality in the truest sense.

You’ll soon understand why many have chosen this small Pike County village as home. W&W

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Through April 13. Exhibit: Great Lakes Shipwreck Exhibition. Features stories from throughout the Great Lakes, with a focus on Lake Erie’s treacherous and unpredictable waters. Marine archaeologists and historical researchers have identified as many as 132 sunken ships off the shores of Pennsylvania’s 76-mile Lake Erie coastline. Tom Ridge Environmental Center, Erie. www.trecpi.org Through May 27. Winter Sail Training on the U.S. Brig Niagara. Classes are held two to three Saturdays per month. The first class is an orientation to the program.

Free. Erie Maritime Museum, Erie. 814-452-2744, www. flagshipniagara.org

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Full Moon Snowshoe. An easy-to-moderate evening 2-mile trek. Participants should wear warm layers and bring water and a headlamp. If there is no snow, participants will hike. Hot cocoa and tea will be provied.

Registration required. 6:30pm. Free. Forbes State Forest, Laughlintown. 724-259-2201

Mar 3-May 5. Sundance Arena Rodeo. Features bull riding, bronc riding, barrel racing, kids’ events, a food vendor, and more. First Saturday of each month. 7:30pm. Adm. Sundance Arena Rodeo, Fredonia. 724-475-2939, www. sundancearena.com

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Mar 3. Performance: Butler County Symphony Orchestra’s Sci-Fi Spectacular. Features selections from Star Trek, Star Wars, Aliens, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, Back to the Future, and more. 7:30pm. Butler Intermediate High School, Butler. butlersymphony.org/

may enjoy the first blossoms of spring with lighted trees and animated figures at work and play. Free adm. Kraynak’s, Hermitage. 724-347-4511, www.Kraynaks.com

Mar 3. Murder Mystery Dinner. Be part of the mystery and support the accessAbilities Foundation. Rustic Lodge, Indiana. 724-465-6042

Mar 1-Apr 2. Kaynak’s Easter Bunnylane. Visitors

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Mar 3. Family Fun Fest. More than fifty human service agencies, child care providers, children’s organizations, civic groups, businesses, faith groups, and educational entities will provide informational displays and children’s activities, all centered on the theme Fur, Feathers, and Fins.

Stage performances will include a Birds of Prey demonstration by Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center. 10am3pm. Free adm. Indiana Mall, Indiana. 724-463-8200, www. childrensadvisorycommission.org/family-fun-fest Mar 8. Performance: Foreigner. Hailed as one of the

most popular rock acts in the world, the group is responsible for some of rock and roll’s most enduring anthems.

8pm. Palace Theatre, Greensburg. 724-836-8000, www. thepalacetheatre.org

Mar 9. Public Tea. Student re-enactors portray Titusville

residents of yesteryear while they serve a leisurely, fourcourse meal. Reservations required. Attendees who arrive by 3:30pm may take a house tour. Tea is served at 4pm.

Tarbell House, Titusville. 814-667-3152, www.oilregion.org

Mar 10. Maple Sugaring Program. An instructional program sharing how maple trees are tapped and the process of turning sugar water into maple syrup. The tools that have been used over the years will be available for viewing. 11am. Free. Maple Camp, Bradys Run Park, Beaver Falls. 724-378-1701, www.beavercountyconservationdistrict.org Mar 10. Cabin Fever Music Series: Good Brother Earl.

Reservations are required and include the concert, beer and wine. 7pm. Adm. Beaver Train Station Cultural and Event Center, Beaver. 724-987-8060, http://rsvp.beaverstation.org Mar 10. Spring Coin Show. Features displays of coins, currency, tokens, and numismatic materials, along with the Coins 4 Kids program and opportunities to buy from, sell to, trade with, and chat with knowledgeable coin dealers. Free adm and parking. S&T Bank Arena, Indiana.

Mar 10-11.

2018 Somerset County Maple Taste & Tour. 10am-4pm. Somerset County Maple Producers Association, Somerset. 814-442-3680, www.somersetcountymaple.org

Mar 15. History Symposium: World War I. WWI reenactor Scot Buffington will share various stories of the war, as well as information about uniforms and accoutrements. Sponsored by Beaver County Historical Research and Landmarks Foundation. 7pm. Free. Beaver County Courthouse, Beaver. 724-775-1848, www.bchrlf.org

Mar 16-18. Performance: Things My Mother Taught Me. A new romantic comedy by Katherine DiSavino. The Old Schoolhouse Players, Hickory. www.osptheater.com

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Mar 16-25. Performance: The Music Man. ACTS presents the hit Broadway musical. Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Adm. Pierce Opera House, Sharpsville. 724-8154388, www.actsharpsville.org Mar 16-25. Performance: Smoke on the Mountain.

The show tells the story of a Saturday night gospel sing at a country church in North Carolina’s Smoky Mountains in 1938. It features two dozen rousing bluegrass songs played and sung by the Sanders family, a traveling group making its return to performing after a five-year hiatus. Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Meadville Community Theatre, Meadville. 814-333-1773, www.mctbackstage.com

Mar 24. Spring Fest. Egg hunts for children of all ages.

Additional activities will include cookie decorating, crafts, and photos with the Easter Bunny. Enter for a chance to win a bicycle. Concessions will be available. 11am-2pm.

Free. Hopewell Township Community Park, Aliquippa. 724378-1460, www.hopewelltwp.com

Mar 24-25. Ukrainian Egg Decorating Demonstrations. Tami Hritzay demonstrates pysanky, working with resists and dyes to create designs on eggs.

Noon-4pm. Stonewall Gallery, Campbell Pottery Store, Cambridge Springs. 814-734-8800, www.campbellpotterystore.com

Mar 16-18. Spring Home Show. Features 135 booths

and 92 exhibitors displaying home improvement ideas.

Also include cash prizes and more. 5-9pm. Adm. Free parking. S&T Bank Arena, Indiana. 724-357-2377, www. iabuilders.com

Mar 24. Monongahela Easter Egg Hunt. An egg hunt for toddlers through children age 8, along with pictures with the Easter Bunny. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Rain or shine. Chess Park, Monongahela. 724258-5919, www.monongahelaareachamber.org

Mar 17. St. Patrick’s Day 5K & Fun Walk. Sponsored by

Mar 25-Oct 28. Washington Antiques Fair. Offers a

New Brighton Area Recreation Commission. 9am. Fee. Big Rock Park, New Brighton. 724-846-1870, www.nbarc.net

Mar 17. Kids’ Fest. A fun-filled day of interactive exhibits, entertatinment, a children’s style show, family fun zones, and local organizations aimed at enriching families’ lives.

Washington Crown Center, Washington. 724-225-1838, www.shopwashingtoncrown.com

Mar 18. St. Patrick’s Day Sasquatch Search Hike. Wear green and hiking footwear and hike up the scenic hill where Bigfoot is said to have been sighted. Several distance options are available. Afterward, enjoy hot dogs and hear hiking stories at the train station. 1pm. Free. Bevington Boat Launch, Wampum. www.northcountrytrail.org/wam Mar 18. Beaver Valley Artists Annual Spring Art Show. The opening reception for the juried show will feature prizes awarded for the work produced by local artists.

Exhibition runs through April 5 during regular gallery hours. Reception is 1-4pm. Free. Merrick Art Gallery, New Brighton. 724-846-1130, www.merrickartgallery.org, www. beavervalleyartist.org Mar 24. Bunny Breakfast. The meal will include pancakes, eggs and sausage. There will also be an Easter bake sale, a children’s activity table, crafters, vendors, giveaway drawings, a storybook reader from the library, and the Easter Bunny, 8am-noon. Adm. Independence Township Community Center, Aliquippa. 724-378-3739, www.independencetwpbeavercounty.com

Mar 24. Annual Easter Egg Hunt. Children can hunt for

Easter eggs, visit with the Easter Bunny, make a craft and enjoy a snack. 11am-2pm. Adm. Old Economy Village, Ambridge. 724-266-4500, www.oldeconomyvillage.org

Mar 24-Apr 2. Maple Taste & Tour Weekend. Visit sugaring operations throughout Pennsylvania. www. pamaple.org

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huge selection of quality antiques and collectibles. Takes place on the last Sunday of each month. Washington Wild Things Park, Washington. 724-942-0357, www.washingtonantiquesfair.com

Mar 25. Maple Madness. Experience the sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of maple sugaring as you learn about the history and science of maple syrup. Seatings for a pancake brunch will take place every 30 minutes. Registration required.10am-1pm. Succop Nature Park, Butler. 412-9636100 Mar 25. Performance: The Young Irelanders. Eight performers present traditional Irish music and dance.

7:30pm. Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock. 724-7382616, www.sru.edu Mar 31. Easter Egg Hunt. Sponsored by New Brighton Community Life, the event will feature more than 3,000 eggs hidden throughout the park for toddlers to 10-yearolds to find. Noon. Free. Townsend Park, New Brighton.

724-846-1870, www.newbrightonpa.org Mar 31. Peter Cottontail Express. Join Peter Cottontail on the frist ride of 2018 through Oil Creek State Park. Each child will receive a small gift. Reservations recommended.

Departs at 1pm. Oil Creek and Titusville Railroads, Titusville.

814-676-1733, www.octrr.org

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Apr 6-7, 13-14. Performance: Martinis & Murder.

R-Act Theatre Productions will present the original murder mystery written by R-Act’s own Larry Spinnenweber. The play is set in the 1930s as a couple embarks on a quest to solve the murder of an investment banker. Fridays and Saturdays. 7pm. Adm. The Avenue Theater, Rochester. 724775-6844, www.ractproductions.com Apr 7. Fool’s Run 10K & 5K Run. S&T Bank Arena, Indiana. www.indianaroadrunners.com

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Apr 7-8. Maple Syrup Festival. All-you-can-eat buttermilk or buckwheat pancakes served with 100 percent pure maple syrup made in the park. The festival will feature entertainment on two stages, Civil War re-enactors, homemade crafts, pony rides, stoneground flour and more.

8:30am-4:30pm. Adm for breakfast. Free adm and parking. Bradys Run Park, Beaver Falls. 724-378-1701, www. beavercountyconservationdistrict.org Apr 7-8. Rescue of Newman 160-Year Celebration

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Humane Society. Attendees may dress in their finest and attend a tea complete with sandwiches, dessert, giveaway drawings, a Best Hat contest, and more. Special guests will include shelter animals. Reservations required. 1:303:30pm. Adm. Center Township Fire Hall, Aliquippa. 724775-5801, www.beavercountyhumanesociety.org

Apr 10. Performance: The Granati Brothers. The Cabin Fever Music Series will feature live music. Reservations are required and include the show, beer and wine. 7pm. Adm. Beaver Train Station Cultural and Event Center, Beaver.

724-987-8060, http://rsvp.beaverstation.org Apr 13. Public Tea. Student re-enactor portray Titusville

time and enjoy an evening of music, games, libations, and tavern fare in an open house environment. Adults only.

7-10pm. Adm. Vicary Mansion, Freedom. 724-775-1848, www.bchrlf.org

Apr 20-29, May 4-6. Performance: Big Fish. A larger-than-life musical about epic adventures, family, and living life to the fullest. Adm. Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center, Midland. 724-576-4644, ext. 1496, www.lincolnparkarts.org Apr 20-29. Pittsburgh Craft Beer Week. Highlights the region’s craft beer culture and expands the reach of craft beer through education, collaboration, cooperation, and responsible libation. Throughout Pittsburgh. www. pittsburghcraftbeerweek.com

residents of yesteryear while they serve a leisurely, fourcourse meal. Reservations required. Attendees who arrive by 3:30pm may take a house tour. Tea is served at 4pm.

Tarbell House, Titusville. 814-667-3152, www.oilregion.org

Apr 21. Star Party. Some telescopes and binoculars will

Apr 14. Opening Day. Sponsored by South Side Historical

Apr 21. Spring Wildflower Walk. Enjoy a guided walk

Village Association. Children may take part in the Flags Are Fun workshop at 1pm, where they can learn about the flags of the world and design their own. 11am-3pm. Donations accepted. Hookstown Fairgrounds, Hookstown. 724-5734569, www.hookstownfair.com

Apr 14-15. Washington County Gun Show. Buy, sell,

and trade at more than 450 tables. Features more than 100 dealers, along with food and free parking. Washington County Fairgrounds, Washington. 724-948-3571, www.arhsportshop.com

Apr 14. Smicksburg Spring Open House. Visit the shops

and prepare for spring. Smicksburg. 814-257-0192, www. smicksburg.net

Apr 15. Model Train Sale. The Beaver County Model

Railroad and Historical Society will sponsor its spring model train sale, featuring tri-state and local vendors with all scales represented. Food, giveaway drawings, tours, and more. 10am-3pm. Adm. Monaca Turners, Monaca. 724375-6716, www.bcmrr.railfan.net

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be provided, but attendees may also bring their own.

Begins at dusk, weather permitting. Baseball Fields, Bradys Run Park, Beaver Falls. 724-601-2898

through the woods while finding and identifying a variety of wildflowers. 11am. Free. Shelter 12, Bradys Run Park, Beaver Falls. 724-378-1701

Apr 21.

Healthy Kids Day. Features fun, games, and surprises. Free. Indiana County YMCA, Indiana.

Apr 21. Hoyt Wine Festival. Handicapped-accessible.

Adm. Arts & Education at The Hoyt, New Castle. 724-6522882, www.hoytartcenter.org

Apr 21. Healthy Kids Day. The streets will be closed around the building, with fun activities taking place inside and outside. Free. New Castle Community YMCA, New Castle. 724-658-4766, www.ncymca.org/HKD2018

Apr 22-Jul 9. Exhibit: Spring Show. The juried, regional multimedia exhibition represents all media and showcases the most current and finest artwork created in the area. Tuesdays through Saturdays 11am-5pm and Sundays 1-5pm. Main Galleries, Erie Art Museum, Erie. 814459-5477, www.erieartmuseum.org

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2018 Quilt Show: Theme - Seasons presented by Three Rivers Quilters

10am–5pm

Fri. April 27

10am–7:30pm

Sat. April 28 9:30am–4pm

Admission at Door 10 Kids under 12 Free $

Multi-Day Pass $

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Friday after 3pm Admission only $5

The Meadows Racetrack & Casino Triple Crown Suites 210 Racetrack Rd. Washington, PA 15301

Approx. 130 Quilts on Display Vendors - Granny’s Attic - Quilt Basket Raffles Free Parking in South Garage - All ages welcome!

Buses Welcome

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Apr 24-29. Youth Arts Celebration. Showcases artworks by students in kindergarten through grade 12 from school districts in and around Indiana County. Indiana Mall, Indiana. www.indianamallpa.com, indianaartscouncil.org Apr 25-26. Performance: Bowie in the Box. A night of David Bowie music performed by Mike Garson, who performed in Bowie’s band in more than 1,000 concerts around the world. 7:30pm. Adm. Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center, Midland. www.lincolnparkarts.org Apr 26-28. Three Rivers Quilters - 2018 Quilt Show.

The theme will be Seasons. Approximately 130 quilts, along with vendors, giveaway drawings and Granny’s Attic. Adm. Parking - Free. Buses welcome. The Meadows Racetrack & Casino, Washington. www.threeriversquilters.org

Apr 28. Western PA Soap Box Derby Fun Day. An open

event for youths ages 7 to 17 to drive soap box cars down a track. Cars will also be available for parents to try. 9am2pm. Free for youths. Beaver County Emergency Services, Ambridge. 724-266-1243, www.facebook.com/westernpasoapboxderby/

Apr 28. Spring Home & Garden Show. The Ambridge

community show will feature local contractors and suppliers, plus presentations, food, and children’s activities.

10am-3pm. Free. Ambridge Do It Best Home Center, Ambridge. 724-266-3040, www.ambridgeregionalchamber.org

Apr 28.

Joe Craig Memorial Youth Fishing Derby.

Anglers age 15 and under may fish for free. Registration at 6:30am. 8am-noon. Free. Hopewell Township Community Park, Aliquippa. 724-378-1460, www.hopewelltwp.com

Apr 28.

Performance: The McCartney Years. The show celebrates Paul McCartney at the height of his career with music spanning two decades, from The Beatles to Wings. Reservations required. 7:30pm. Adm. Orr Auditorium, Westminster College, New Wilmington. 724946-7354, www.westminster.edu/celebrity

Apr 29. Watt’s Full Moon Hike. The group will shuttle to

Louthan Road for a 3-and-a-half-mile hike back to the shelter at Watts Mill. Hikers will pass Indian Rock and Hippy Bridge along the way. An ADA section will be available.

Attendees should bring a flashlight. 7:30pm. Free adm.

Meet at the Watt’s Mill Trailhead, Darlington. www.northcountrytrail.org/wam

Apr 29. Adult Fishing Derby. For anglers age 16 and up

who have a valid Pennsylvania fishing license. Prizes for largest trout, most trout, largest fish, and most fish caught.

Two-rod limit per person. Bait will be sold at the park.

Registration at 6am. 7-11am. Adm. Hopewell Township Community Park, Aliquippa. 724-378-1460, www. hopewelltwp.com

Apr 29-30. Great Lakes Beach Glass & Coastal Arts

Festival. Includes more than 90 sea glass and coastal artists, as well as live music, a shard contest, lectures, bottle identification, and more. Adm includes both days. Bayfront Convention Center, Erie. bayfrontconventioncenter.com

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May 1-2. Performance: The Lightning Thief. 10:30am.

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May 4-6. Dick’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon.

Participants’ tour of the city will take them over five bridges and through 14 unique neighborhoods featuring festivals, bands, and cheerathoners. Pittsburgh. www. pittsburghmarathon.com May 5-6. Beaver County History Celebration Weekend: World War I. The event will explore activities in Beaver County during World War I. Visitors may learn about parades and demonstrations, food drives for troops, the Garden Movement, local steel industries, influenza, and more. Sites throughout Beaver County. www.bchrlf.org May 5. Ambridge International Wine & Food Walk.

May 14. Performance: How I Became a Pirate. The

young Jeremy Jacobs joins Captain Braid Beard’s band of comical pirates and searches for the perfect sport to bury their treasure. Jeremy finds fun and adventure on the high seas, but he soon learns that home and family are treasures you can’t find on any map. Orr Auditorium, Westminster College, New Wilmington. www.westminster. edu/celebrity

May 15. Wild Things Home Opener. The team kicks off its 17th season of Frontier League baseball. Washington Wild Things Park, Washington. 724-250-9555, www.washingtonwildthings.com

Stroll down Merchant Street, sip fine wines from around the world, sample appetizers, meet local merchants, and enter giveaway drawings. For age 21 and up. 1-5pm. Adm. Ambridge. www.ambridgeregionalchamber.org

May 17-20. Children’s Theater Festival. The Cultural

May 5. Authors of Indiana County & Beyond. Provides meet-and-greet opportunities with regional authors.

Windgate Winery, Smicksburg. 814-257-8797, www.windgatevineyards.com

May 18-20. National Road Festival. The festival celebrates the uniqueness of the towns and villages along the National Road in Somerset County, Fayette County, and Washington County. 724-437-9877, nationalroadpa.org

May 5. Youghness Monster 25 Kayak & Canoe Race. A

May 18-19.

25-mile downriver race with several classes to include unlimited, sea kayak, tandem, recreational and fishing kayaks. 11am-5pm. Performance Kayak Inc., West Newtown.

724-987-3597, www.performance-kayak.com

May 11-12. Performance: Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka.

Charlie Bucket visits Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory in the adaptation of Dahl’s fantastical tale. The Old Schoolhouse Players, Hickory. 724-344-7467, www.osptheater.com, www.osptheater.com

District comes alive with performances and hands-on activities for children. Throughout Pittsburgh. https://pghkids.trustarts.org/

May Mart Flower & Craft Festival.

Features more than 100 vendors and crafters filling two arenas and selling unique items. S&T Bank Arena, Indiana. www.indianagardenclub.org

May 19. Star Party. Telescopes and binoculars will be available to borrow, or attendees may bring their own.

Sponsored by Beaver County Amateur Astronomers.

Begins at dusk, weather permitting. Baseball Fields, Bradys Run Park, Beaver Falls. 724-601-2898, www.facebook. com/Beaver-County-Amateur-Astronomers-111271978443

May 11. Public Tea. Student re-enactors potray Titusville residents of yesteryear while they serve a leisurely, fourcourse meal. Reservations required. Attendees who arrive by 3:30pm may take a house tour. Tea is served at 4pm.

Tarbell House, Titusville. 814-667-3152, www.oilregion.org

May 19. Murder Mystery DInner: Magic Mayhem: Abra

May 12. Spring Time in the Village. The late 1800s village will offer activities such as preparing the soil for planting and watching a blacksmith hammer hot iron. 11am3pm. Donations appreciated. Hookstown Fairgrounds, Hookstown. 724-573-4569, www.hookstownfair.com, www.sshva.wordpress.com

May 20-Jul 15. Merrick Masters. The biennial, juried show features works by artists from within a 75-mile radius of New Brighton. The opening reception will take place on May 20 from 1-4pm. Free adm. Merrick Art Gallery, New Brighton. 724-846-1130, www.merrickartgallery.org

May 12. Spring Fest in Old Town Economy Historic

District. Features antiques shopping, food trucks, a garden mart, a model train exhibit, and a fine art studio exhibit.

9am-5pm. Free adm. Ambridge Historic District and Old Economy Village, Ambridge. 412-855-0511, www.oldeconomyvillage.org

May 12. Seventh Annual Old Economy Village Garden Mart. Shop for plants, including heirloom vegetables, and other garden-related items. 9am-2pm. Free adm to the garden. Old Economy Village, Ambridge. 724-266-4500, www.oldeconomyvillage.org

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Cadaver - You’re Dead. A murder is committed during a convention of magicians and their assistants. Dinner starts at 4:45pm. Reservations required. Oil Creek and Titusville Railroads, Titusville. 814-676-1733, www.octrr.org

May 24-27. Community Days. Craft and food vendors and a carnival. Lynch Field, Greensburg. 724-834-4880, www.greensburgpa.org May 25-Jun 2. Performance: The Rainmaker. Set in

a drought-stricken rural town in the Depression era, the play tells the story of a pivotal hot summer day in the life of spinster Lizzie Curry. Fridays and Saturdays only. 7pm.

Adm. R-ACT Theatre Productions, Avenue Theatre, Rochester. 724-775-6844, www.ractproductions.com

May 25. Beaver County Parks’ Official Opening Day.

Free adm. Bradys Run Park, Brush Creek Park, and Old Economy Park, Baden. www.beavercountypa.gov

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44th Annual Westmoreland Arts & Heritage Festival Twin Lakes Park near Greensburg, PA Thursday-Saturday 11am to 8pm Sunday 11am to 6pm

Free Admission! www.artsandheritage.com

May 25-27. Greater Pittsburgh Food Truck Festival.

Features dozens of the region’s best food trucks, along with live music and other entertainment, craft beer and wine, and regional artisans and vendors. The Meadows Racetrack & Casino, Washington. www.pghfoodtruckfest.com

May 26. Memorial Triathlon. Consists of a quarter-mile

swim, an 11-mile bike ride, and a 5K run. Sponsored by New Brighton Recreation Commission. 8am. Adm. Starts and ends at New Brighton Area High School, New Brighton.

724-846-1870, www.nbarc.net

May 26-Sep 9. Presque Isle Lighthouse Tours. The site features new fencing, sidewalks, perimeter lighting, and a flagpole. Volunteers will be stationed in the oil room to talk about the history of the house and at the top of the tower. Daily 10am-5pm. Presque Isle State Park, Erie.

May 26. Delaney Chevrolet Westylvania Jazz & Blues Festival. Includes many jazz and blues acts throughout the day. 10am-9pm. IRMC Park, Indiana. http://westsylvaniajazzandblues.org/

May 26.

Memorial Day Weekend Kickoff. Features bonfires, a disc jockey, a food truck, and more. 9am. Adm. Mines and Meadows ATV Park, Wampum. 724-535-6026, www.minesandmeadows.com

May 28. Beaver Memorial Day Parade & Program. All

active-duty and retired members of the military are invited to march in the parade. The following program will honor all veterans and feature a guest speaker. The program will take place at the Receiving Chapel in Beaver Cemetery. The parade will begin at 10:30 a.m. Free adm. Beaver. 724-7283783

May 28. Memorial Day Parade. The annual parade on the main street will be followed by a memorial service.

10am. Free adm. Downtown New Brighton and Townsend Park, New Brighton. 724-846-1870, newbrightonpa.org May 31-Jun 1. Wild Rib Cook-Off & Music Festival.

Features vendors competing in the ribs competition, along with other food, entertainment, live music, and family fun.

11am-10pm. Perry Square Park, Erie. www.erieribfest.com

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Photo by John Baker

The USS Niagara easily cutting across Lake Erie is a spectacle to behold and a visual portal to the country’s naval history.

Photos Courtesy Erie Maritime Museum/Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission.

Onboard the

U.S. Brig Niagara

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By Rick Hiduk

t’s easy to forget that there were two major wars with the British more than two centuries ago until one visits the Erie Maritime Museum, home of the USS Niagara, a replica of the Brig Niagara that served as the flagship of the US Navy on Lake Erie. The combined forces of Colonial America won the war for independence from the British crown in the 1770s, but the imperial forces remained at the fledgling nation’s back door and waged a major campaign to recoup their losses during the War of 1812.

Much of this war was fought on Lake Erie, one of the five Great Lakes that were, at that time, among America’s hotly contested frontiers. Possession of the lake and its ports changed hands several times during the naval battles waged there through 1814.

In hindsight, it may seem that little progress was realized from the fiercest of skirmishes. In the end, only a few prize battleships of the large American fleet, including the USS Niagara, survived intact.

Nearly 111 feet long and 119 feet tall, the Niagara was sunk for preservation, then raised and rebuilt several times before its official designation and reverence as the State Ship of Pennsylvania.

Today, it serves as an ambassador ship for the

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commonwealth and a training ship - or sailing school vessel - for the US Coast Guard. When “off duty,” the Niagara is accessible to the public as both a museum and for four-hour public excursions.

“Attendance is always greater when the ship is here,” said Erie Maritime Museum director and ship Senior Capt.

Walter Rykba. The Niagara routinely sails from Erie to Duluth, Minn., and

is berthed for maintenance from October to March. Even during the winter months, Rykba maintains, there is plenty to see below the deck.

Guides and historical interpreters take visitors back to a time when a crew of 155 men and boys manned the ship, its 18 cannons and two long guns. The story of Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry’s victories upon the vessel will come

The USS Niagara conducts mock battle scenes several times per year, which provides crew members an opportunity to fire the replica “long guns.”

Right: Erie Maritime Museum director and ship Senior Captain Walter Rykba keeps a watchful eye on the crew of and visitors to the Flagship Niagara.

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to life through a working crew carrying on a centuries-old tradition.

“Two hundred years ago, if someone gave you the news about another country that they had seen, odds are nine to one that that person would have been a sailor,” Rykba explained. “Ships are the way that we introduced ourselves to the world.”

Far from a luxury cruise on a pas-

senger ship, all participants in a Niagara day sail are considered students on an educational venture. “The appeal of it is that it is very participatory,” said Rykba. Day sailors are buddied with an experienced crew member, called for musters, briefed on their expectations, and then put to work. “They pitch in and pull the lines to set the sails,” he noted.

Watching people on the ship turn

Photo by John Baker The Erie Maritime Museum is home to exhibits depicting the history of Lake Erie, ship models, authentic naval artifacts, and the USS Niagara in the adjacent harbor.

from “green hands” to sure-footed crew assistants is Rykba’s favorite part of the job. “I think that’s an important part of the culture to be preserved,” he remarked.

“It’s a rewarding experience to be able to advocate for such an incredible mission,” added museum marketing and special events manager Cristy Cook, who noted that people from all walks of life visit the historic site.

Prices for the unique sailing experience vary from $86 per person for the general public and $65 each for members of the Flagship Niagara League, the organization that oversees the maintenance and use of the ship under the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.

Discovery Day on the Flagship Niagara is specifically designed to provide some basic mariner lessons for youths.

The Niagara is unique in that it is one of only two ships remaining from the War of 1812, the other being the USS Constitution at Boston.

The programs and exhibits of the Erie Maritime Museum, 150 E. Front St., Erie, go well beyond the USS Niagara. The harbor at Erie, largely protected from the lake’s harshest elements by beautiful Presque Isle, has a long history as a merchant port, a fishery and an early steam-powered electricity generation station. Ship models include a reconstructed mid-ship section of the Lawrence, once a sister ship to the Niagara, and artifacts associated with the USS Michigan, the first iron-hulled ship in the US Navy fleet.

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Flagship Niagara crew members pull the ropes to hoist the sails prior to a routine sail on Lake Erie.

Family-friendly events that are free and a lesson in sea-faring terminology.

Special “Scouts Ahoy” events are to the public begin in March and continue throughout the year. Pennsylva- held periodically to help boys and girls fulfill requirements nia’s 337th anniversary for knot-tying merit of Charter Day – recogbadges, said Cook, and nizing the date in 1681 Family-friendly additional educationwhen England’s King al opportunities are Charles II granted a events that are available for groups charter to William Penn upon request. for what would become free to the public Wednesday, July the commonwealth – will begin in March 4, is more than just be celebrated on Sunday, a huge celebration of March 11. and continue America’s indepenFriday, March 30, is dence at the Maritime reserved as Little Mates throughout the Museum. It also marks Eggs-travaganza Day, the 205th anniversary featuring an egg hunt in year. of the day the USS Nithe museum and a visit agara set sail. from the Easter Bunny.

To learn more about Erie Maritime Little Mates Discovery Day is Saturday, May 12. Highlights include educational, Museum exhibits, special events and hands-on maritime activities, such as the schedule for day sails on the USS knot-tying, gunnery, use of signal flags Niagara, log on to flagshipniagara.org

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