VBS, summer camps, concerts, programs all on tap for mid-July
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Memorial Dog Tag Flag
Fallen Heroes Memorial Dog Tag Flag will be on display at Patriot Park Global War on Terrorism Memorial, 6150 Lincoln Highway, Stoystown, just west of the Flight 93 entrance, until July 30. Veterans & Athletes United's Fallen Heroes Memorial, made of 7,056 dog tags that create an image of the American flag, also has 50 gold stars on the flag to honor Gold Star families nationwide. The flag is built and funded by veterans. It has traveled to more than 50 locations nationwide since 2018. All proceeds from its travel go to support Gold Star family organizations and GWOT Memorial Foundations' mission to build a national memorial in Washington, D.C. www.vetsau.com/memorial. www.patriotparkfoundation.org.
Maple City Farmers' Market
The Maple City Farmers' Market is happening this year through September, the second Wednesday of the month, from 4-7 p.m. at uptown Meyersdale on the corner of Main and Center streets. July 12, Aug. 9, Sept. 13. Live music in the gazbo.
Windber Library
Windber Library's summer programming options include: Genealogy Class ― July 12, 3-4 p.m. and Aug. 2 3-4 p.m. Lego Club ― Wednesdays 3-4 p.m. Story Time and Craft (summer themes) ― July 19 and 26, and Aug. 2 and 9, at 11 a.m.
Levitt AMP Cumberland Music Series
The Allegany Arts Council lineup for the 2023 Levitt AMP Cumberland Music Series on the Festival Grounds at Canal Place, Cumberland, Maryland, at 6:30 p.m. each Thursday, through Aug. 3. Performances will be family-friendly and attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, picnic blankets, and food and beverages to enjoy the show. Concerts are free. The concert schedule is: July 13: Special EFX featuring Chieli Minucci; July 20: Six One Five Collective; July 27: Morgan James; Aug. 3: Jessica Lynn.
Wings-n-Waves
Wings-n-Waves at the Windber Recreation Park, sponsored by the Windber Municipal Authority. Three local restaurants and bars compete head to head each week 6-10 p.m. Thursdays to crown the 2023 Wings-n-Waves Champions. A night swim in the lighted pool. The best bands playing on the outdoor stage. Cold beverages, wings, fresh cut fries and vote for your favorite wings. July 13: Celebrity vote winners from the first three weeks. Music by Ground Zero.
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Fundraiser Sale
The Springs Museum will sponsor a Fundraiser Sale Event 12-5 p.m. July 13; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 14 and July 15 at the Folk Meeting House on 1711 Springs Road, Springs. Donated items include magazines, dishes, toys, costume jewelry. Funds raised will support the addition of the new Wagner Exhibit Annex. 814-279-1980 or FB Springs Historical Society/Springs Folk Festival.
Spaghetti dinner
There will be a spaghetti dinner at the Ursina American Legion Post 946 from 4-7 p.m. July 13. The menu will consist of spaghetti, meat sauce, salad, bread and dessert. Eat-in or take-out. Proceeds go for the upkeep on the building.
Firemen's Ladies Auxiliary
The Somerset County Fireman’s Ladies Auxiliary regular meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. July 13, at Sipesville Fire Hall. The 2023 County Banquet, hosted by Berlin Auxiliary, will be at 6 p.m. Oct. 30.
Summer Youth Cafe
Healthy and free meals for all youth, ages 18 and under (closed July 4), noon to 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, through Aug. 22, at the Meyersdale Fuller Playground, 275 Grant St., Meyersdale; breakfast 8:30-9:30 a.m. and lunch 11 a.m. to noon, June 28-29, July 10-Aug. 3, at Windber Area High School, 2301 Graham Ave., Windber. No cost or sign-up required. Grab and Go meals ― multiple days of breakfast and lunch included. For information on additional sites throughout the county, go to pittsburghfoodbank.org/summer, call 2-1-1 or text "FOOD" to 304-304.
Ligonier Country Market
More than 130 vendors with all kinds of fresh picked produce, a wide variety of flowers, straight from the farm beef, poultry and eggs, specialty breads, pastries and hot cooked foods, honey and maple syrup, handmade crafts and much more. Saturday Market ― Ligonier Country Market, 110 Andi Lane, Ligonier; Thursday Market ― 123 W. Main St., Ligonier. There is a different special guest every week. July 15: Music by The Evergreens, an indie folk duo from Johnstown. The Evergreens cover hits that have stood the test of time and have never “gone out of season” – much like evergreen trees. Market Sprouts ― Mr. Rogers and King Friday. Make hand puppets like Mr. Rogers did when your parents were children. Make and wear King Friday’s Crown proudly.
Star Party
Amateur Astronomers Association of Pittsburgh exploratory evening under the stars 9-11 p.m. July 15, at the Laurel Hill State Park Complex. Meet at the Scenic View Overlook parking area. For more information, call the Laurel Hill Visitor Center at 814-352-8649.
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Chicken barbecue
Chicken barbecue from 11 a.m. July 15 until sold out, prepared by the Somerset Fraternal Order of Eagles 1801, corner of Main Street and Edgewood Avenue, Somerset, to benefit "Gone to the Dogs" supporting local service dog training. Sides and baked goods will be available for purchase. Basket raffles. Pups will be on location for petting and demonstrations.
Music at Penn Alps
Continuing the 2023 season, Music at Penn Alps presents Bryan Lohr, organist, at 7 p.m. July 15, at St. Ann Catholic Church, 12814 New Germany Road corner of New Germany and Route 40, Grantsville, Maryland. Tickets may be bought at the door, in the Penn Alps Gift Shop, or at https://www.musicatpennalps.org/tickets/. St Ann is handicap-accessible.
Evening on the Summit
Evening on the Summit: Dead Irish Blues Dead Irish Blues will perform at Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site at 8 p.m. July 15, in the amphitheater. This concert is free, and no reservations are required. In the event of rain, the concert will take place in the Visitor Center theater. The band, based out of Johnstown, performs a wide range of styles, from Celtic to blues to zydeco and swing, but frequently does exclusively Celtic shows. Most of the songs, except for the originals, were written by people long since deceased. The name of the band is inspired by the combination of styles and homage to deceased musicians. Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov) Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site is located 10 miles west of Altoona, Pennsylvania off the Gallitzin exit of US Highway 22.
Homecoming event
There will be a singspiration at 5:30 p.m. July 15, at the Red Run Church, 662 Old Meyersdale Road, Grantsville, Maryland.
Wesley Chapel VBS
Stompers & Chompers building dino-sized faith in God's big plan, an adventure to the beginning of time Vacation Bible School is 5:30-8 p.m. July 17-21, at Wesley Chapel Methodist Church, 237 Whipkey Dam Road, Rockwood. Dinner provided. For children 3 years to sixth grade in the fall 2023-24 school year. Contact Rene Temple at 814-926-3191 for more information.
Writers group
Meyersdale Public Library, 210 Center St., Meyersdale, is sponsoring a new writers' group. The organizational meeting is at 6 p.m. July 17. Bring a sample of your writing, 10 pages or less, to discuss.
Springs Museum
Relive the life and times of the area’s early settlers at the Springs Museum, 1711 Springs Road, Springs. The Springs Museum will be open for the season with new exhibits which will be continually changing all season, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, through October. Donation basis. Adjacent to the Springs Farmers’ Market. www.springspa.org. Sponsored by the Springs Historical Society, 814-662-2625.
2023 SummerQuest
The Mary S. Biesecker Public Library 2023 SummerQuest summer learning program. Annual outdoor story times 10 a.m., at the Union Street Playground. The stories are designed for toddlers, preschoolers and students grades K-2 and will be held July 18. Baby Rhyme Time for children under 2 years old. In case of inclement weather, relocate to the library. As a participant in the Summer Youth Cafe program, free lunch will be served from 11 a.m. to noon on Tuesdays through July 18, at the Union Street Playground. Lunches are provided by the Summer Food Service Program of the Pittsburgh Food Bank. Sign up in advance so that an appropriate amount of lunches can be prepared. Older children and teens are invited to take part in the Summer Learning program through July 25. Grades 3-5 can register at the library and pick up a reading bingo card. If completed by July 25, return it to the library for a free book. Grades 6-12 can read at least two books and write two teen book reviews in order to be eligible for a free book. Sign up online to create an account on Beanstack. Pick up a Badge Book at the library. Sign up for programs, online at maryslibrary.com, call 814-445-4011 or register in person at the library.
Pittsburgh Zoo Safari
Somerset County's 15th annual Pittsburgh Zoo Safari is 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. July 20. Wristbands available while supplies last at: Somerset County Chamber of Commerce, 601 N. Center Ave., Somerset, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday; Somerset Trust Co. lobby only of Somerset County branches only ― Berlin, Boswell, Confluence, Glades Pike, Hooversville, Main office, Meyersdale, Meyersdale Southside, Somerset Plaza and Somerset WalMart.
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Chalk the Block
Uptown Somerset Chalk the Block is July 22-23 in Somerset. About 18 professional artists, live music, street performers, kids zone, 5K Walk/Run, art demonstrations, food and drinks and more. Youth competition, Taste of Scouting, Marie Exotics Reptile Rescue, STEM Rocks Camp. www.somersetinc.org.
Somerset County Community Band
The Somerset County Community Band concert schedule for the summer: July 23 7 p.m. Camp PARC (2/2); Aug. 4 6 p.m. Stoystown Lions Festival at Lions Park; Aug. 5 noon Confluence 150 celebration in the park; Aug. 19 5:30 p.m. Hidden Valley Homeowners; Aug. 26 5 p.m. Springs Ice Cream Social at the Festival Grounds; Sept. 2 noon Kingwood Picnic IOOF Grove.
Wetlands workshop
Somerset Lake Nature Park (SLNP) at the Mike Ohler Pavilion near the north end of the lake. Somerset County Conservancy and Somerset Lake Action Committee (SLAC) July 23, 30 or Aug. 6: Wetlands/AMD Walk, at Mallards Rest, hosted by Bob. Aug. 27: 8:30 p.m., Star Party, hosted by Scott, location TBD (Menser or Bastian Farm). September 2023: Membership Picnic. September 2023: Mushroom Walk. October 2023: Campfire, storytelling, history of things that once were. December 2023: Annual Meeting and Dinner.
Patriot Park Day
Patriot Park, 6150 Lincoln Highway, Stoystown, evening of music in celebration of Patriot Park Day at 7 p.m. July 14. Featuring Flight 93 Memorial Chorus and A Touch of Brass. Bring a lawn chair. Freewill donations will be collected in support of Tunnel to Towers. Beverages will be available for purchase.
Rib & Wing Festival
Seven Springs Mountain Resort's 13th annual Rib & Wing Festival returns July 14-16, at 777 Water Wheel Drive, Seven Springs, 814-352-7777, www.7springs.com/. The base area of the mountain will host the festival grounds where guests will find five traveling professional rib and wing vendors from various parts of the country. There will be music all weekend with local legends like Joe Grushecky and the House Rockers, Chris Higby, and Scott, Rob, and Greg of The Clarks. This is an all-ages event so our fun summer adventures like the Alpine Slide, Rock Wall, and Trampoline Thing will be open for added fun.
Community hot dog roast
The annual Community Hot Dog Roast at Hostetler Church of the Brethren, 2344 Sand Spring Road, Meyersdale, starts at 5 p.m. July 15. Live music and hot dogs provided. Bring a covered dish to share.
Bingo
Cash case bingo July 15 at Confluence Volunteer Fire Department. Doors open at 11 a.m. Warm up games at 12 p.m. Ticket includes 24 bingo games and free snacks all day.
Farmers Market
The Windber Municipal Authority Farmers Market runs from 4-8 p.m. every Wednesday, through Aug. 30, at Windber Recreation Park, 160 Recreation Road, Windber. The Fall Market is from 4-7 p.m. Sept. 20. For more information check out www.windberrec.com or call 814-467-6696.
Springs Farmers' Market
Visit Spring Farmers' Market, 1711 Springs Road, Springs, Saturdays, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Sept. 23. Produce, antiques, flea market, flowers. Folk Festival is 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 6-7. Handmade gifts, music, Pennsylvania Dutch foods, demonstrations. A celebration of the arts, skills and labors of our forefathers. 814-662-2625. springspa.org.
SoCo Farmers Market
SoCo Farmers Market at 243 W. Main St., Somerset. Runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 21.
Johnstown Farmers Market
The City of Johnstown, 1st Summit Bank, 1889 Jefferson Center for Population Health, United Way of the Laurel Highlands, Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank Farmers Market in Central Park, Johnstown, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Friday, through Sept. 29. Night market once a month, every second Thursday through September. Live entertainment will be featured at all night markets. Access to locally sourced produce, artisan made goods and ready to eat foods. The SNAP program will be part of this market season.
Benefit auction
TriState Relief Sale, benefit auction for Mennonite Central Committee, sponsored by Springs Mennonite Church, is 10 a.m. July 15, at the Springs Mennonite Church, 1686 Springs Road, Springs. Preview sale items at the church from 6-8 p.m. July 14. Antiques, quilts, collectibles, handcrafted items, antique car show, children's activities and refreshments available. Kauffman TriState Relief Sale will be held Aug. 11-12 at Kauffman Mennonite Church, Davidsville.
Rockwood Grove Fest
Rockwood Grove Fest is 4-10 p.m. July 15, at the Rockwood Community Grove, Grandview Avenue, Rockwood. Artists include: Journey Escontrias and Elika Pletcher, Elyse and Mike Cordaro, TJ Simpson, Jade (Hetz) Chun and Day by Day. Food by Grumbling Gypsy, Out of the Smoke, Rockwood Firemen, Rockwood Firemen's Auxiliary and Heirloom Pines. Hosted by Bubba Conner. Larry LaVigne intermission.
Picnic with the Elephants
Food and refreshments, raffles, crafts and games, and tractor tour of the elephant areas are all on the agenda for the Picnic with the Elephants, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 15. Each participant will have the opportunity to be part of a tractor tour around the elephant grazing areas hosted by the International Conservation Center staff. Chances to win an original painting by Jackson the elephant. Buy session ticket at Somerset-county-foundation.square.site. Tickets are available only online and will not be sold at the gate. Limited quantity available. The event will be held rain or shine. All proceeds benefit the Somerset County Foundation.
2023 Fireman's Festival
Everett Fire Co. No. 1, 2023 Fireman's Festival is July 15. South Street festivities begin at 3 p.m. Fireman's Parade at 7 p.m. starts at Everett High School and ends at Everett Foodliner. Sponsored by the Everett Redmen, 507 Wambic Tribe. Fireworks at dusk (9:15-9:30 p.m.) will be set off on the Everett Levy. Sponsored by the Everett American Legion Post 8. Entertainment by Chaneysville Ramblers 3 p.m. until parade start and after parade ends until the fireworks.
'A Midsummer Night's Ball'
As part of the July Living History Weekend, Compass Inn Museum's “A Midsummer Night’s Ball” is from 6:30-10 p.m. July 15. Guests will be greeted by the sounds of 19th-century music before being ushered under the grand tent and onto the dance floor. Should guests find themselves thirsty or hungry, they can find their way to the cocktails and hors d’oeuvres for a refreshment. “A Midsummer Night’s Ball” will feature local dancing master, Brett Walker, with accompanying period music by The Wayward Companions. The Wayward Companions is a historical music ensemble with members from diverse backgrounds. They perform the music of the 18th & 19th centuries with a versatility that can take one back to the ballrooms, parlors, taverns, military encampments, and everyday life in which music played an integral part of both genteel and popular society. Period clothing of any style is encouraged. Event tickets are available for purchase on the website at compassinn.org/eventcalendar. Refreshments are included in the ticket price. There are no refunds for tickets.
JHS all class reunion
The Greater Johnstown High School Alumni Association is featuring a Johnstown High School all class reunion 5-9 p.m. July 15, at Peoples Natural Gas Park. It is open to all JHS graduates, teachers, students and families. Music by That Oldies Band. Cash bar and food vendors. Call 814-242-4642 for additional information.
70th Miller reunion
The descendants of the late Julia (Zellmer Koch) and Clarence Miller will gather for their 70th family reunion at noon July 16, at the Faith Lutheran Church fellowship hall, 6567 Glades Pike, Somerset. Attendees are asked to bring a covered dish and table service. Lunch will be followed by door prizes, children’s games and visiting. The Miller children included the late Theresa Walker 1903-1988, Frank Miller 1905-1973, Agnes Brick 1906-1996, George Miller 1907-1994, Alice Nicholson 1909-1973, Mary Jane Connor 1914-1999, Ida May Edleman 1920-1989, Margaret Bloom 1924-1994, Edna Dugan 1925-2006, Elizabeth Spagnoli 1926-1980 and James Miller 1928-1949.
How to Find & Use Health Information program
Somerset County residents are invited to sharpen skills with this free adult education class, 10:30 a.m. to noon, July 17, at the Meyersdale Public Library, 210 Center St., Meyersdale. Participants will learn how to weed out misinformation and find health news that keeps one informed. Participants will receive a $25 Giant Eagle gift card and health kit for participating. Must attend entire session to receive card and kit. Sign up at the Meyersdale Public Library circulation desk or call 814-634-0512 Presented by Center for Population Health and the Cambria-Somerset COVID-19 Task Force.
Veterans in need
Laurel Highlands Historical Village has received food and other items, in supporting veterans in need. For those who are a veterans and or a family of a veteran and need extra food, contact the office at 814-241-6123. LHHV at this time also has specific request, as they are seeking small kitchen appliances, women’s makeup and small air conditioners. If you have any items new or used, call the office at 814-241-6123.
Bingo Night
Bingo Night, a night of fun and games to support Somerset Kiwanis, July 19, at The Puddle, 1337 Husband Road, Somerset.
2023 Summer Exhibition
The Allied Artists of Johnstown call for art for the 2023 Summer Exhibition, Aug. 4-31, at the Community Arts Center of Cambria County, 1217 Menoher Boulevard, Johnstown. Pre-enter art by email no later than July 21. Drop off art July 29. Opening reception 6-8 p.m. Aug. 4. Awards given.
Confluence Creative Arts Center
Confluence Creative Arts Center has activities planned for the summer months. Three Chords and Be There! Jam and Folk Sing, 6:30-8:30 p.m. third Thursdays, July 20, Aug. 17. Bring your voice, your ukulele, your guitar (all acoustic instruments welcome), and your enthusiasm for a foot-tapping evening of singing and playing. Each Jam and Folk Sing will have a theme. If you want, bring along a couple of tunes or songs that you might want to do with the groups. July ― Labor/Work Songs. August ― Silly Songs. Summer Sessions of Yoga with Brynn 6 to 7:15 p.m. Wednesdays: July 12, July 19, Aug. 2, Aug. 9. Mondays 6:30-8 p.m. Silent Mediation Judd Evans will guide a quiet Shambhala session for calm and peaceful thinking. Last Thursday of each month (July 27/Aug 24) 6:30-8 p.m.: Come Create. Work on individual sewing, knitting, and crochet projects plus periodic opportunities for learning new skills or projects. July 23 4 p.m. : Overbooked Discussion Group. This month's book: The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy by D. Adams. Read or listen to the book and enjoy a lively, informal discussion. No preregistration required. Aug. 5: Art in the Park & Big George W. Lantern Parade. Celebrate Confluence's 150th anniversary with a day of hands-on art activities for all ages and abilities 11 a.m. to dark. Lots of family-friendly art stations, music, and more. Everyone is invited to follow a Giant George Washington parade puppet on a lantern parade at dusk to view the fireworks over the Turkeyfoot Point.
CACCC exhibition
The Community Arts Center of Cambria County 2023 July exhibition, Shakti, the Power of the Feminine!, an exhibition featuring a mixture of paintings by artist Nalini Bhat. Shakti, the Power of the Feminine! will be hosted in the Goldhaber-Fend Fine Arts Center gallery and showcase a wide variety of Nalini’s artistic works. Exhibit will be on display through July 28. The Goldhaber-Fend Fine Arts Center gallery is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday – Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.
Summer development series
The Learning Lamp and Pennsylvania Association for the Education of Young Children, PennAEYC, launched a free summer professional development series. The monthly workshops take place through August via Zoom. The sessions meet from 6:30-8:30 p.m. School-age professionals including child care staff, teachers, program directors and summer camp staff are encouraged to attend. To reserve a spot, visit https://www.thelearninglamp.org/events/. The series will offer an array of strategies to deliver high-quality summer camp sessions for preschool and school-age children. PQAS hours and/or Act 48 credits will be awarded to participants for each completed two-hour session. The monthly online workshop series includes: July 20, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. ― Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead (K5 C1). Aug. 17, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. ― Let’s Get Moving! (K5 C1). These workshops will be led by instructors: Lorrie Hall, M.Ed., TA Coach, Community Connections for Children/ELRC 9 and 10. She is a veteran teacher, child care director, school-age specialist, instructor and coach. Karian Wise, M.Ed., Head of School for Early Learning, Carlow University Early Learning Center and Campus Laboratory School. She is a long-time early learning teacher, child care director, apprenticeship mentor and adjunct faculty member. https://www.thelearninglamp.org/events/.
Ligonier Night Market
The monthly Ligonier Night Market is around The Diamond and along Main Street in historic downtown Ligonier. Food products from more than 30 local farmers and food processors. Night Market added last year to sell their hand-made goods and products ― ranging from unique woodcrafts to original artwork and more. The Ligonier Country Market (LCM) and the Ligonier Valley Chamber of Commerce co-sponsor the Night Market, which will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month through September (July 20, Aug. 17, and Sept. 21). Musical entertainment schedule: artists will perform on the Diamond Park bandstand: July 20: Acoustical Bruce; Aug. 17: Detention; Sept. 21: Cashout. Books Come Alive ― a unique library-based outreach program that takes best loved children's books and turns them into 30-minute musicals designed to reach students in kindergarten through sixth grade. Performances to the Night Market Aug. 17 (The Velveteen Rabbit). The shows will start at 6 p.m. and will be held on the library’s outside patio. Adults should plan to stay with their children for the show. Registration is required and can be completed at ligonierlibrary.org. Visit ligoniercountrymarket.com, ligonier.com, or the LCM’s Facebook page.
Safety & Security As We Age
The Meyersdale Public Library, 210 Center St., Meyersdale, is hosting a Safety & Security As We Age program, at 1 p.m. July 20. Learn to stay safe, avoid scams and other crime with guest presenter Chris from the Area Agency on Aging of Somerset County.
Basket party
The 11th annual Basket Party to benefit the Hooversville Volunteer Fire Department, is July 22 and 23, at the Hooversville Firemen's Grove. Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. More than 100 baskets, 50/50, large baskets and rip off tickets.
Mt. Davis Challenge Bicycle Race
The 10th annual Mt. Davis Challenge Bicycle Race, hosted by the Confluence Tourism Association, is July 23. The 40/56 mile race starts in Confluence and climbs over Mt. Davis. Race starts at 11 a.m. Course is lollipop style using Route 523, Fort Hill Road, Pumpkin Center Road over Mt. Davis, loops back around on St. Paul Road, Oak Dale Road, Route 669 and Savage Road. All riders required to have USA Cycling license. A one day license will be available race day for the non-licensed. Race registration www.bikereg.com/mt-davis-challenge. Registration that day at the community center next to town park in Confluence, starts at 8:30 a.m. Proceeds are donated to organizations that help with the race and used to fund Confluence Tourism Association projects and events.
Monday Movies on the Amphitheatre
The Community Arts Center of Cambria County (CACCC) will begin its first summer of Monday Movies on the Amphitheatre (MMA.Through First Commonwealth Bank’s support, these movies will be offered free of charge. Additionally, popcorn, snacks and refreshments will be available for an affordable price. All movies begin at 8:30 p.m. July 24 Jurassic World Dominion (2022). The third installment in the Jurassic World franchise centers on a new world shared by humans and dinosaurs. July 31 Encanto (2021). Deep in the Colombian mountains, the Madrigal family possesses an extraordinary secret. Each member of the family is able to perform magic. Aug. 7 Labyrinth (1986). A teen must rescue her baby brother from the Goblin King by solving his labyrinth. Aug. 14 Aladdin-animated (1992). Energetic musical based on the "Arabian Nights" tale. It's the story of a street urchin who discovers a magic lamp. Chairs provided or bring your own. All movies will be outdoors on CACCC’s amphitheatre, 1217 Menoher Boulevard, Johnstown. In case of inclement weather, movies will be moved indoors to the M. Josephine Paul Family Museum.
She Loves Me
A musical presented by Log Art Theatre Academy at the Community Arts Center of Cambria County, 1217 Menoher Boulevard, Johnstown, 7 p.m. July 27-29, and 2 p.m. July 30. Set in a 1930s European perfumery, we meet shop clerks, Amalia and Georg, who don't see eye to eye. They now live for the love letters that they exchange, but the identity of their admirers remains unknown. Tickets available now at caccc.org.
3rd Avenue Folk & Arts Festival
Bottle Works’ 3rd Avenue Folk & Arts Festival, 411 Third Ave., Johnstown, is July 28- 30. Live music, art vendors and demonstrations, food trucks and so much more. Starting July 28, is the Tombola Art Auction and Dinner. The festival opens at 5 p.m. with the drawing beginning at 6 p.m. To close out the night, get ready to party in the street. Special fire dance performance by Fire N’At Fire Dancers starts at 8:30 p.m. At 9 p.m. is live musical performance by Whiskey Panhandlers. Auction items include paintings, metal woven jewelry, hand-made quilts, and other fiber pieces. For a preview of the items available for auction are posted on the website (www.bottleworks.org). Bidders must be present to win. To get a ticket to the Tombola event, go to www.bottleworks.org, call 814-535-2020, or purchase in-person at the Art Works Gallery Shoppe, 413 Third Ave., Johnstown, during the normal operating hours. Then on July 29, the street will be filled with food trucks, art vendors and demonstrations, and live musical performances on the Third Ave. Stage.
Sunset Concert at Scenic View
Hosted by the Friends of Laurel Hill, the Sunset Concert at Scenic View will be held from 5-9 p.m. July 29, at Laurel Hill State Park. Music provided by Day by Day from 5-30 to 6:30 p.m., and Jeff Perigo and Friends from 7-9 p.m. Food by Grumbling Gypsy. Drinks by Forbes Trail Brewery, Rusty Musket Distillery and Vin de Matrix Winery. Tickets on presale only at Evenbrite.
Classic & Antique Car Cruise
The Classic & Antique Car Cruise is 1-5 p.m. July 30, at Queen of Angels Church, St. John Site, 162 Wheeler St., Central City. Featuring food, soft drinks, beer and other refreshments. Live oldies music by Americana from 2-5 p.m. First 25 cars receive a gift. All vehicles blessed upon request. For more information call Queen of Angels Rectory, 814-754-5224. Cruise will be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. All proceeds benefit a local child who recently received a heart transplant.
WAVE Record Hops
Windber Area Visioning Experience Oldies Record Hop July 30, at Windber Recreation Park. Juke Box Oldies from 6-9:30 p.m. Food and soda available.
Eco-Art Day Camps
Confluence Creative Arts Center Eco-Art Day Camps include Art in the Park and Confluence 150th Aug. 5. Dropoff and pickup at Confluence Creatives Arts Center, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for ages 7 to 14. Bring bag lunch except on Tuesday and Friday. For more information, info@ConfluenceCreativeArtsCenter or 814-395-3575. Register and pay online at www.confluencecreativesarts.org or send payment and registration form to CCAC, 237 Old Farm Road, Confluence, PA 15424.
Boswell Area Churches "Off" Street Fair
The Boswell Area Churches "Off" Street Fair is from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 5, at the Boswell Fireman's Grove. Food, music, children's activities. Car cruise features all classes of cars, trucks, motorcycles. Each driver will receive a food voucher. Sponsoring churches include: All Saints Catholic, St. Andrews Lutheran, New Beginnings Outreach Center, Boswell Church of God, New Life Church of the Nazarene, Gateway Ministries and Hopewell Methodist.
Confluence 150 years
Confluence is celebrating 150 years, 1873-2023, 11 a.m. to dusk Aug. 5, in Park Square. Music, theater, history, food and fireworks. Bring the family and spend the day celebrating the rich history. Confluence150.org.
Patriot Park fundraising dinner
Patriot Park, honoring those who fought the global war on terrorism fundraising dinner is 6 p.m. Aug. 10, at Friesland Event Center, 2536 Ridge Road, Hooversville. Guest speaker will be Rocky Bleier, Bronze Star and Purple Heart recipient, and four-time Super Bowl champion. For tickets, visit www.patriotparkfoundation.org or call Randy at 814-233-0351.
Annual "Harvest Market Dinner and Dance"
Farm-to-table foodies and music fans annual picnic-style Harvest Market Dinner and Dance will be held outdoors from 5 to 8 p.m. Aug. 12, on the market grounds at the LWA Farm, located just off West Main Street, Springer Road, and Route 30 in Ligonier Township. Co-sponsored by the Ligonier Country Market (LCM) and Loyalhanna Watershed Association (LWA). Laurel Highlands residents and visitors can purchase a wide, a la carte selection of locally pre-pared foods and beverages that LCM vendors will create to celebrate the farm-to-table lifestyle, which supports local farmers and food producers. A highlight of this year’s event will be live music by Bon Journey, an acclaimed Pittsburgh-area and national musical act paying tribute to the songs of renowned rock bands Journey and Bon Jovi. Tickets and parking can be purchased online only through Eventbrite at https://harvestmarket2023.eventbrite.com or they can stop by the red, information tent at the Ligonier Country Market. A limited number of dinner party canopy set-ups are available for groups of eight people for an additional donation. Tickets can be purchased at the door. Event-goers are asked to bring their own chairs, tables, canopies, or picnic blankets for a comfortable experience. All proceeds will benefit the LWA’s free community education programs, which include ongoing environmental education lessons and activities for local students. Attendees can purchase their meals at the event from any of the numerous LCM vendors who will be onsite and serving food and drinks. Diners also will have a chance to win raffle prizes made and donated by LCM vendors. The annual butterfly release sponsored by Donna Tidwell also will occur. For more information, call the LWA office at 724-238-7560, Ext. 1#, or send an email to susan@loyalwater.com.
Antiques & Collectibles
The Hanna’s Town Antiques & Collectors Market is held the second Sunday of each month through October. The gate opens at 7:30 a.m. Sunday, and the market continues through early afternoon, although some vendors are set up by 1 p.m. Saturday and sell that afternoon. There is parking on site. Future dates for 2023 are Aug. 13, Sept. 10, and Oct. 8. Proceeds benefit the Westmoreland Historical Society’s education and preservation projects at Historic Hanna’s Town, a Revolutionary War period settlement and site of the first English courts west of the Allegheny Mountains. Historic Hanna’s Town is at 809 Forbes Trail Road, Greensburg. For additional information, call 724-836-1800 or visit www.westmorelandhistory.org.
Back to School Bash
Christmas in the Park Back to School Bash for the community starts at 1 p.m. Aug. 20, at Central City Park, 699 Chestnut St., Central City. There will be a parade featuring classic cars and groups are participating by decorating their cars. There will be crafters, food, bubble tea and the Good Times Ice Cream Truck, and a live band 3rd Avenue. The event will feature a basket raffle and an 18 foot waterslide and 40 foott inflatable zipline as well as free haircuts for the children, back to school supplies and games as well. The classic cars will be on display as well as some some surprise guests.
Seven Springs Wine Fest
The 30th anniversary of the Seven Springs Wine Fest will be Aug. 25-27, at 777 Water Wheel Drive, Seven Springs,(814) 352-7777, https://www.7springs.com/. The event kicks off Friday night with a 90s theme to celebrate the festival’s inception in 1993. Up to 25 Pennsylvania wineries are expected to attend.
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