What's going on around Somerset County area?
Chicken dinner for Memorial Day
Grace UMC presents check
Kiwanis Club celebrates students of the month
Kids to Parks Day
Laurel Hill State Park Complex hosting Kids to Parks Day May 21. Family friendly fun all day — backyard birds, historic waterfall hike, salamander safari and art in the park.
Take What You Want sale
Take what you want, pay what you can yard sale to donate to the Meyersdale Musical Boosters, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 28, 180 Maple Valley Road, Meyersdale. Clothing, furniture, house hold items, plants and more. Baked goods and drinks also available.
Community dinner
A free community dinner, served at the Windber Area Community Kitchen, will be held from 4-6 p.m. May 21, at Calvary United Methodist Church, 1800 Stockholm Ave., Windber. The menu will be country fried steak, mashed potatoes and country gravy, vegetables, fruit, bread and dessert. The meal is sponsored by Rummel COB.
Picnic with the Elephants
Join Somerset County's largest residents for a day of food, fun and education at Picnic with the Elephants, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 4. Each attendant will have the opportunity for a tractor tour around the elephant grazing areas hosted by the ICC staff. Enjoy the picnic food, refreshments and activities with the family. Session tickets at Somerset-county-foundation.square.site.
Bottle Works Ethnic Arts Center concert series
Cambria City has a new music haven as the Bottle Works Ethnic Arts Center launches a new intimate, open-air concert series on the rooftop starting May 28. Jackie’s Garden Works Concert Series invites music lovers of all ages to enjoy live performances, food and drinks in one of Johnstown's unique venues. Every fourth Saturday in May through October will showcase talented singers and instrumentalists from across the region. These musical performers will serenade attendees with original music and other selections that you may know and love. Doors open at 6 p.m. and music starts at 7 p.m. The concert series is hosted in Jackie’s Garden Works — rooftop terrace atop of the ArtWorks Building, 413 Third Ave., Johnstown. The rooftop garden includes a large deck, native plant garden, a pergola, and a live flower feature wall. May 28 — Rachel Allen & Friends. Concert goers can indulge in a limited menu featuring bar-food classics and drinks all provided by Downtown Johnstown’s Stadium Pub & Grille. Cash sales only.
Tickets for the entire series are available and can be purchased online (www.bottleworks.org), by phone (814.535.2020), or in-person at the Gallery Shoppe in the ArtWorks Building.
2022 Coffee House Series
The Community Arts Center of Cambria County 7th season of the Coffee House Series, hosting indoor/outdoor musical events, will be taking place outdoors on the Center’s Amphitheatre. During inclement weather, the Coffee House will move from the Amphitheatre to indoors in the main space gallery of the Goldhaber-Fend Fine Arts Center building. The Coffee House Series will be providing coffees, teas, and delicious baked goods for purchase during the event. All Coffee Houses start at 7 p.m. and run roughly until 8:30 p.m. June 3 is Midnight Graffiti. Midnight Graffiti is female fronted classic rock’n’roll music featuring Natalie Kurchak and Laken Noelle on lead vocals, John Kurchak and Bernie Kralik on lead and rhythm guitar, John D. Kurchak on bass, and Jason Williams on drums.
Great Crossings DAR reorganizes
The Great Crossings Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) held their election of officers on April 9.
Also, members donated and packed 10 boxes of non-perishable food items, crossword puzzles, sudoku and other items to send to the USS Key West submarine. These boxes are to show appreciation for the freedoms we enjoy every day because of courageous service members, like these, so young and so far from home. Each box also contained a handwritten, heartfelt thank you card to boost and lift the spirits from their monotonous and dangerous, 24/7, job responsibilities.
The Great Crossings Chapter was formed Jan. 19, 1909, by Mary Connelly Endsley, organizing regent, and 36 charter members. The chapter name is derived from George Washington’s Youghiogheny River Crossing at Somerfield. The mission is to serve the community through historic preservation, education and patriotism. Membership is open to women, 18 years of older, with proven lineage tracing to an American Revolution Patriot. Great Crossings owns the Petersburg Tollhouse in Addison, and provides tours upon request and appointment.
For those who have an interest in history and honoring veterans and active service members, they can become a member of the Great Crossings DAR. Contact Susan Moon, 814-233-5238.
Pius Spring Woman’s Club
The Pius Spring Woman’s Club met April 4 at Trinity United Church of Christ, Berlin. Various fundraising ideas were discussed for this year. The BBHS Forensics team, led by Deb Orendorf, was the program for the evening. Presenters included Morgan Twombly and Sara Stoltfus.
The Spring Banquet was May 2, at the Berlin Community Building. A meal was served by the Berlin Firemen’s Auxiliary. Joan Darr of the Educational Committee, introduced Hartley VanGilder, the Spring Girl of the Semester. Hartley spoke of her many awards and accomplishments. Her future plans are to attend Potomac State College.
The club was treated to performances by Kaitlyn Stoltzfus, current Somerset County Dairy Princess and Maple Queen contestant Heidi Coleman. Kaitlyn presented an informative monologue about milk and Heidi was entertaining with her Rindercella spoonerism.
Unique floral cookie arrangements adorned the tables. They were provided by the hostesses for the evening: Lori Gindlesperger, Marsha Kosic, Carol Miller, Kay Deaner and Cindy Flamm.
The next club meeting will be at 7 p.m. June 6, at the Trinity United Church of Christ.
Springs Farmers' Market
Springs Farmers' Market, 1711 Springs Road, Springs, www.springspa.org, is Saturdays, May 28 through Sept. 24. Local Amish produce, flowers, crafts, large flea market. Facebook, 240-310-2086. Go to www.springspa.com for vendor's information and application.
The Little Mermaid
The Community Arts Center of Cambria County (CACCC) will be hosting a Bright Star Touring Theatre production of The Little Mermaid at 6 p.m. July 29, in the Atelier upstairs multipurpose room. This production is free, but tailored for grades three-six and includes bully prevention themes and character education emphasizing literature.
Students will learn about historic folktale, science/oceanic exploration, and classic literature, as well as the theatre arts. The story follows the adventures of a mermaid who wishes to become human and win the heart of a human prince. This tale of love and loss explores the difficulty of being yourself in unfamiliar waters, and is quite a bit different from the popular movie versions.
Students will be able to participate in an interactive theatrical workshop with the actors once the performance concludes. The actors reiterate show themes, theatre techniques, bully prevention, characterization, and positive behaviors throughout the workshop.
Attendees are encouraged to register ahead of time; limited seating available and there is no guarantee that there will be seating available at the door. To register, visit caccc.org or call 814-255-6515.
Dress to Impress fundraiser
Enjoy a night out of dinner and dancing from 5:30-8:30 p.m. June 4, at Coal Miners Diner, to benefit Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) families in the local area. Doors open at 5 p.m. Music provided by Boss Frog. First 100 people only. Chance to win gift cards up to $100 for first, second and third place. Pick up tickets at Coal Miners Diner or Contact Gabrielle Dwire, 814-701-6174, gabrielle.dwire@gmail. com, for more information. Register as an individual or as a couple. Tickets include dinner, dessert and water, tea or coffee.
Community Worship
Open up the Heavens community worship is at 6 p.m. May 22, at the Swell Building, Meadow Street, Berlin. Worship band is Finding the Lost. Services will be held once a month — June 26, July 31, Aug. 28, Sept. 25 and Oct. 30.
Keystone Quartet
The Keystone Quartet will be at the Middlecreek Church of the Brethren at 9:30 a.m. May 22. The church is located just off the Copper Kettle highway, west of the Posy Corners campground.
Baubles, Bangles and Beads, and more
Pre-owned and new jewelry, scarves and purses at Baubles, Bangles and Beads and more, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 27-28, at the Meyersdale Masonic Temple, 226 Beachley St., Meyersdale. Complimentary tea and cookies. Chinese auction. Community benefit sale to raise funds for Meyersdale Public Library, Caring Hands for Cancer, Shriners Hospital for Children, service dogs and other charities. They are looking for donations of pre-owned and new jewelry, scarves and purses, baskets or items for a basket auction. For more information, call 814-634-8416.
Dine in or take out spaghetti dinner
The Knights of Columbus of St. John's Parish in New Baltimore is sponsoring a dine in or take out spaghetti dinner from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 22. The dinner includes spaghetti and meatballs, salad, bread and dessert. Pre-order online by sending an email to dwambaugh@dioceseaj.org or call 814-733-2210. Leave your name, phone number, preferred time of pick-up and the number of adult and child orders. Meals may be picked up at St. John's hall in New Baltimore. Payment should be made at time of pick-up. Walk-ins are also welcome. All proceeds are donated to local food banks and local charities.
Spaghetti dinner
Spaghetti dinner will be held at First United Methodist Church, 149 West Patriot St., Somerset, May 21, dine in or take out from 4-6 p.m. Tickets are available by calling the church office Monday, Wednesday or Thursday 814-445-5736 or at the door.
Cornhole tournament
Meyersdale Moose Lodge 076 Cornhole Tournament is May 28. Bring your own partner. Double elimination. Drawing at 1 p.m. Call 814-634-0623 to sign up.
Somerset Class of 1972 50th year class reunion
The Somerset Area High School Class of 1972 will hold its 50th year class reunion July 2, at the Somerset Country Club. Happy Hour with a cash bar will be from 4:45–5:30 p.m. At 5:30 p.m., a class photograph will be taken, and at 6:30 p.m., a buffet dinner will be served. At approximately 9:30 p.m. the Somerset Community fireworks can be viewed, weather permitting, from the golf course at the Somerset Country Club.
Those attending may wish to bring a lawn chair. More than 200 classmate invitations were mailed Jan. 31. The deadline to RSVP is June 1. Anyone who knows the whereabouts of the following classmates, contact Debbie Stutzman, 814-267-5723, or John Vinzani, 814-445-8626: David Bowman, Robert Carver, Linda Lasure Ulery and Patricia Younkin Schwalm.
Golf Scramble
Meyersdale football 4th annual golf scramble is at 8 a.m. June 4, at Middlecreek Golf Club. Includes lunch, golf and cart. Registration begins at 7 a.m. Kicker prizes.
Free Electronics Recycling Event
A service project of the Friends of the Meyersdale Public Library, this free electronics recycling event by JVS Environmental is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 11, in the Meyersdale Area Elementary School parking lot. They will accept free of charge, computer equipment, video game consoles and TVs if intact. There is a $50 charge to take TV sets with broken glass. They will accept for a fee, florescent bulbs and car batteries, dehumidifiers, refrigerators and air conditioners. No vacuum cleaners or small appliances.
Johnstown Symphony Youth Orchestra Spring Concert
JSYO Director David Anderson will conduct the full orchestra at 7 p.m. May 15, at the Cochran Auditorium of Greater Johnstown High School. The concert will also feature a celebration of the students’ accomplishments, as there will be recognition of graduating seniors, as well as those who participated in Pennsylvania Music Educators Association honors ensembles this past spring. Proceeds from ticket sales go directly to the support of the youth orchestra.
Youth from across the region are welcomed to auditions for the 2022-23 season from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 4, in the Richland High School Band Room. All students who play orchestral instruments (violin, viola, cello, bass, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, horn, trumpet, trombone, tuba, percussion, harp) are invited to audition for the JSYO’s 2022-23 season. Students will prepare music from their instrument’s solo repertoire as well as excerpts from orchestral pieces. Short sightreading examples will also be included. Full information and the sign-up can be found at: johnstownsymphony.org/johnstown-symphony-youth-orchestra.
String quartet at The Grand Halle
The Grand Halle on Broad Street will feature The Red Line String Quartet in Concert at the third performance of the new Grand Halle Chamber Concert Series at 7:30 p.m. May 26. The Red Line String Quartet’s cellist Robert Kaufman, violist Stephen Weiss, and violinist Tobias Chisnall are regular musicians with the Johnstown Symphony Orchestra, including Stephen as the Principal Violist and Tobias as the assistant concertmaster. The Red Line String Quartet released its first album “Turn” in Fall of 2021.
Wear masks at each Chamber Concert Series performance. In addition, tickets are limited to 150 guests per concert. For questions or an up-to-date status, contact 814-254-4033 or at info@grandhalle.com.
This article originally appeared on The Daily American: Somerset County and surrounding areas have events planned in May 2022
