What's going on in and around Somerset County in April
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Fly Tyer's Reunion
The 2023 Fly Tyer’s Reunion is 6-9 p.m. April 19, at the Highlands Sporting Clays Lodge, 199 Teal Drive, Champion, at Seven Springs Mountain Resort. The event will feature nationally known fly tyers from around the northeastern United States who will be demonstrating their fly tying skills and showcasing their famous and signature fly patterns. All the tyers will provide advice, answer questions and share their secrets that have helped make them among the best fly tyers in the world. The first 25 youngsters under the age of 16 who attend will receive a tying gift bag valued at $40 worth of fly tying materials. Lenny Lichvar, president of the Pennsylvania Council of Trout Unlimited and a co-author of the book "Keystone Fly Fishing," will also be on hand to discuss coldwater resource conservation issues and provide information on local angling destinations. For questions or more information call 814-926-6145.
Rabies Clinics
Humane Society of Somerset County and Somerset County Veterinarian Association is sponsoring rabies clinics through April. April 19, 6-7 p.m. Addison Fire Hall; April 20, 6-7 p.m. Berlin Vo-Ag Department; April 22, 1-3 p.m. Somerset-Gary's Complex; April 25, 6-7 p.m. Meyersdale Vo-Ag Department. Bring previous vaccination certificate if possible.
Spring Rummage & Bake Sale
The Somerset Trinity Chapter No. 138, Order of the Eastern Star annual Eastern Star Spring Rummage & Bake Sale & Light Lunch, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 21, and The $3 Bag Sale is from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. April 22, at the Somerset Masonic Lodge, 145 Temple Road, Somerset. Donations of clean clothing and household items will be accepted from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 19, and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 20, at the Somerset Masonic Temple. Traditional homemade pies, cakes, brownies, assorted cookies and breads are available as well as a light lunch — on a first come-first serve basis. Call ahead to pre-order homemade soup by the quart at 814-233-5233. Questions about donations or assistance, call Barbara Lynne Darr at 814-442-8602 or Katherine Kight at 814-233-8596.
Coffee House Series
The Community Arts Center of Cambria County (CACCC) 8th season of the Coffee House Series outdoors on CACCC’s Amphitheatre or indoors in the main space gallery of the Goldhaber-Fend Fine Arts Center building. Coffees, teas and baked goods for purchase during the event. All Coffee Houses start at 7 p.m. and run until 8:30 p.m. April 20: Rosie & The Jammers; May 5: The Sharptones 7:30 p.m. will include a special Friday Night Dance Party with Log Art Dance; June 22: Midnight Graffiti; July 6: Tim Dabbs.
Energy Efficiency Incentive Programs for Farms and Businesses webinar
Agricultural producer or small business owners may qualify for various federal and state energy efficiency programs. These programs may include grants, rebates, loans or tax incentives. Extension Educators will provide guidance on programs such as the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP), Agriculture Energy Efficiency Rebate Program, and tax credits for renewable projects. Extension Educators, joined by a representative from USDA, will provide information about what might qualify for these programs, timelines and application processes. Some programs can be combined for maximum savings at the project's onset and overtime from efficiency measures put in place. The webinar will take place at noon April 20. The webinar is free, and pre-registration is required. Register ASAP, as space is limited to 500 participants. Registered participants will receive a recording. Register at the following website: www.bit.ly/energyApril2023. Any questions about this webinar can be directed to Joseph C. Conklin, Ed.D., at juc50@psu.edu.
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Sign up for Tableland school program
Tableland Services Inc. Early Childhood Education programs received a review of its PA Pre-K Counts and Head Start Supplemental programs. They received two perfect scores. "We are excited to continue to offer comprehensive early childhood programs for pregnant moms up to 5-year-old children. Assisting in building the educational foundation of our communities' youngest learners is our joy and responsibility," said Anne Garrison, director of Early Childhood Programs. Interested in applying for the 2023-2024 school year? Reach out to Tableland Services Inc. Family Services Manager Jill Stahl at 814-445-9628 x247 to complete intake information and receive an application. The classrooms and home visiting services are across the county. The goal is to assist the family in strengthening the child's skills prior to entering kindergarten.
JSO mini-series
The Johnstown Symphony Orchestra (JSO) presents its second happy hour mini-series performance at 5:30 p.m. April 21, at the Grand Halle on Broad Street. Music Director and Conductor James Blachly will host the chamber performance in the intimate setting of the Grand Halle while attendees enjoy a wine launch, food and desserts from local establishments. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. for a true happy hour with the performance beginning at 6:30 p.m. The performance will showcase the talent of the JSO’s woodwind chamber ensemble. Johnstown native Gary Gates and current winemaker for Timbre Winery, will be launching a new wine created specifically for the JSO. Titled “Antiphon: Ensemble,” all proceeds from sales will go to the “Share the Music Fund,” which offers educational experiences and reduced cost music lessons for students in the region. Food will be served from The Eastwood Inn, Ligonier, and desserts from Ryan’s Artisan’s Goods, Johnstown. The program is part of the collaboration between the Steeples Project and the JSO "inSPIREd: JSO at the Grand Halle." Tickets are available at the symphony’s website or by calling the box office at 814-535-6738, ext. 1.
SPCP Bingo fundraiser
The Service Paws of Central PA Bingo fundraiser is 1-4 p.m. April 23, at the New UVA Club, 1809 Union Ave., Altoona. Admission gets participants six cards and a free bingo dauber. Additional cards can be purchased. Refreshments available to purchase. Reservations are required and non-refundable payment is due at the time of reservation. RSVP no later than April 21, Service Paws of Central PA, 413 58th St., Altoona, PA 16602.
'Little Shop of Horrors'
The Bedford County Players "Little Shop of Horrors" April 22, 23, at the Bedford County Playhouse, 1044 Centerville Road, Bedford. Friday and Saturday performances at 7:30 p.m. Sundays 3 p.m. Call for reservations, 814-623-7555.
76th annual PA Maple Festival
The 76th annual Pennsylvania Maple Festival is April 22-23, and April 26-30 in Meyersdale. Festival Park activities include maple demonstrations, tours of 200-year-old Maple Manor, antique doctor's office and cobbler shop, entertainment on Festival Park stage, crafts and food vendors, country store, blacksmith demonstration, sit and sip garden and more. Quilt Show, window displays, performances of the "Legend of the Magic Water," antique tractor and farm machinery show, all in town. Lions Club pancakes and sausage dinners. Special events include auto shows, parade, 8K Maple Race, community worship service and horse pulling contest. See the schedule at www.pamaplefestival.com and it is on Facebook.
Household Hazardous and Electronic Waste Collection Day
The 2023 Household Hazardous and Electronic Waste Collection Day for Somerset County residents is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 22, at 6022 Glades Pike, Somerset. Accepted chemicals include about any chemical you'll find under your sink or in your garage, including paint, automotive, cleaning, lawn and garden products, pesticides, battery, light bulbs, flammables and pool chemicals. Accepted electronics include televisions, computers, printers, phones, window air conditioning units, dehumidifiers, mini fridges, microwaves, laptops, gaming devices and any other electronic device with a cord, screen or circuit board. Register at nobleenviro.com or call 412-567-6566.
Basket/Vendor Show
The Meyersdale Athletic Boosters Basket/Vendor Show is from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 22, at the Meyersdale Area High School gym, 1349 Shaw Mines Road, Meyersdale. Food and 50/50, vendors and baskets available.
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Salisbury Lions dinners
The Salisbury Lions Club 71st annual Pancakes and Sausage Dinners will be April 22-23 and April 29-30. Eat in or take out from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Salisbury Municipal Building, 171 Smith Ave., Salisbury. Serving pancakes, old fashioned buckwheat cakes, smoked and fresh sausage, and pure Somerset County maple syrup.
Electronic recycling event
The Windber Public Library, 1909 Graham Ave., Windber, featuring an electronic recycling event, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 22, Earth Day. 814-467-4950. windberlibrary.org. Cash donations welcome.
Buckwheat and Pancake Supper
Kingwood Church of God all you can eat buckwheat and pancake supper is from 4:30 to 6 p.m. April 22. Buckwheat and/or pancakes, sausage, puddin', fried potatoes, pure Somerset County maple syrup. First come, first served. Get tickets at the door. At KCOG Fellowship Center, former Kingwood Elementary school, 15 miles south of Somerset along Route 281, 5957 Kingwood Road, Markleton.
Spring Craft & Vendor Fair
A Spring Craft & Vendor Fair is from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 22, at the Meyersdale American Legion, Unit 112, Meyersdale. Drinks and food available.
Community Closet
The Salvation Army of Somerset Community Closet is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 22, at the Daily American, 334 W. Main St., Somerset, garage door entrance on West Union Street. Free summer clothing and sandals giveaway. All sizes for adults and children. Bring your own bag.
Community meal
A free community dinner, served at the Windber Area Community Kitchen, will be held from 4-6 p.m. April 22, at Calvary United Methodist Church, 1800 Stockholm Ave., Windber. The menu will be Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, vegetables and fruit. Meal is served and sponsored by Windber Covenant Brethren Church.
Earth Day
Visit uptown Somerset from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Earth Day, April 22, to visit Somerset Inc. and other hosts planning fun activities. Start at the Mary S. Biesecker Library and follow the trail map through Uptown while learning about the Earth, conservation, sustainability and how important it is that we are all invested in caring for our planet, our community and ourselves. Story stroll, fee activities, crafts, speakers in the park and more.
Spring bazaar
The WCSC Ladies of the United Community Church along Route 281 in Ursina, annual Spring Bazaar is April 22. Homemade soups, a bake sale, greeting cards and dish cloths will be on sale. There will be White Elephant tables for those interested in junk and treasures. Lunch will also be available. The minister is the Rev. Shawn Roberts.
Annual veterans golf event
Somerset County Veterans are planning the annual “Salute to Veterans” golf day to be held May 22, at the Somerset Country Club. Going into the 12th year for this event, the organizers expect another sell-out golf outing to be consistent with past years selling out with 100 participants per each tee time at 8 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. The Somerset Country Club partners with several veterans’ organizations and local businesses to show their appreciation by offering a free day of golf to people from the county who served in the military. The golf day is free to all veterans. The Somerset County Veterans event organizers thank both past and present sponsors. “Our corporate sponsors, along with veteran and social organizations of Somerset County have really made this event a huge success,” said Barry Fitzgerald, Somerset County Veterans committee member. The lunch buffet will be open at noon with the program starting at 12:30 p.m. Organizers also anticipate 100 to 150 nongolfers at the free lunch and program, with a guest speaker. “We encourage our local veterans to attend this event,” said committee member, David Koontz. “This has been a wonderful event and we will strive to build on the successful attendance rate.” This year’s program will be on the history of the "Purple Heart" and honoring local recipients. For more information about the event, contact Bill Aldom, 814-241-7707. Call Somerset Country Club Pro Shop, 814-445-2179, to reserve tee times.
Girl Scouts signup
Girls entering kindergarten through 12th grade in the fall and adults are invited to join Girl Scouts by participating in an early-registration program with Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania. New members can purchase an extended-year membership at a discounted price, which will cover both the remainder of the 2023 membership year as well as the 2024 membership year. These members can join existing troops or start a new troop. Girls who are entering kindergarten in the fall of 2023 are eligible to register as a Girl Scout Daisy, preparing them for success in their first year of school. With the help of supportive adults and troop leaders, Girl Scouts experience hands-on activities in subjects ranging from STEM and the outdoors to life skills and entrepreneurship, making Girl Scouts natural leaders in the classroom, at home, and in their communities. For more information about sign-up events, volunteering with Girl Scouts, or signing up, contact Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania at 800-248-3355 or customercare@gswpa.org. Additional information can be found at gswpa.org/join.
Photo contest
Somerset Parks and Recreation Board is featuring a 2023 photo contest. The theme is "Explore the Beauty of Somerset County Parks and Trails." All proceeds go toward the construction and maintenance of the trail systems. The photo must be from the Somerset County section of the Great Allegheny Passage, the September 11th National Memorial Trail or Somerset Lake Nature Park. Prizes will go to the top three winners. There will be a People's Choice Award, based on a public Facebook vote from the Facebook page: Somerset County Parks and Recreation. Photos will be uploaded to the Facebook page June 8, and the photo with the most "likes" at 9 a.m. June 16, will win the People's Choice Award. Winners will be announced by June 23. First place prize is $140; second place $125; third place $75 and People's Choice Prize is $50 value. Deadline for submission is June 2. Contact Lindsay Baer, 300 North Center Ave., Suite 540, Somerset, or email baerl@co.somerset.pa.us, or mmarchewka@somersettrust.com, or call 814-445-1572.
Spring Book Sale
The Windber Public Library will hold its Annual Spring Book Sale during National Library Week April 24-29 during regular business hours, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. They are not accepting any book donations at this time.
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Aging Well and Elder Care Workshop
Free informative and professional elder care workshops, from 8:30-10 a.m. or 6-7:30 p.m. April 27, at the office of Ayres Presser Elder Law, 218 College Park Plaza, Johnstown. Topics to be discussed will be the importance of power of attorneys, living wills, estate planning, long term insurance options, planning for your future needs, knowing the differences of levels of care, who regulates the communities, and how you pay for the care. Professional and experienced presenters will include Attorney Lauren Cascino Presser with the Ayres Presser Elder Law and Eileen Graham with EG Associates Group, elder care advising and senior living placement specialist. This free educational and interactive workshop is about being proactive not reactive to long term care needs. Boomers, Seniors and anyone in between are encouraged to attend. Refreshments will be provided. Convenient free parking. RSVP to Eileen Graham at 814-241-9004 or egconsultants@gmail.com by April 24.
Free Continued Education Webinar
PA Farm Link, in collaboration with Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Business Development Center, is offering a virtual continued education program on best practices for farmer and service professional working relationships, noon to 1 p.m. April 25, online only. Kaitlyn Davis and Joy Kirkpatrick, Division of Extension educators will provide an overview of a research project they are conducting to learn more about how farm businesses can best work with service professionals for productive outcomes. Kirkpatrick has worked for the University of Wisconsin for 27 years. She leads the International Farm Transition Network (IFTN) Succession Coordinator Training and facilitates farm succession planning in Wisconsin. This webinar will be beneficial to anyone involved with agriculture in a professional setting. Farmers will also find the information helpful as they consider working relationships in their farm businesses. The webinar is free but registration is required and available at https://pafarmlink.org/register-online/.
Cambria County Job Fair
The 2023 Cambria County Job Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 2, at the 1st Summit Arena at the Cambria County War Memorial in downtown Johnstown. Employers will have the opportunity to recruit from a diverse group of qualified candidates. Job seekers of all ages are invited to attend this free event and to bring their resumes for distribution. Local workforce experts will be on hand to answer questions and provide information on job search resources and recruitment materials for employers. Job seekers are invited to attend free preparation workshops, covering topics including resume writing, interview techniques, Zoom and social media etiquette, employer expectations, job retention, and preparing for a Job Fair. Two of the workshops will take place in-person from 1-2:30 p.m. April 25 and April 26, at the PA CareerLink® Cambria County located inside the Cambria County Public Library, 248 Main St., Johnstown. The third workshop will be held virtually April 27. To register for a free preparation workshop, call PA CareerLink® at 814-534-2500. The early bird deadline for exhibitors is April 14. Businesses are encouraged to register as soon as possible, as space is limited. For additional information, follow “Cambria County Job Fair” on Facebook where an updated listing of participating employers and sponsors can be viewed or visit JARI’s website at www.JARI.com.
Lunch & Learn
Angie Richard, clinical director of Croyle-Nielsen Therapeutic Associates Inc., will present Managing Stress While Managing Your Business during a Lunch & Learn session April 25, at JARI Center. During this interactive session, she will cover how to work through communication issues post-COVID in order to get information from one department to another, how a lack of boundaries in the workplace ties to stress and tips for getting through those stressful situations. Attendees will also hear firsthand experiences from Amy Nielsen, president, Croyle-Nielsen Therapeutic Associates Inc., on how she overcame stressful situations while managing her small business.
Brooke Contacos, PHR, senior consultant and Rebecca Hancharick, associate consultant, HR Consultants Inc., will present Supervise, Lead, Manage & Engage during a Lunch & Learn session April 27, at JARI Center. Attendees will learn about the role of supervisors and management within an organization and recognize the impact they have on employee engagement. This session will also cover essential skills for leadership and understanding employee motivation and what a supervisor can do to set the stage for motivation.
Both Lunch & Learn sessions will be held in person from 12-1:15 p.m. at JARI Center, 160 Jari Drive, Johnstown. There is a cost to register per person per session and lunch will be provided. Those interested in attending but are not able to make the in person session can also register via Zoom, free of charge. To register, visit www.jari.com and click on the calendar to access the registration information or contact Lauren Thompson at lauren@jari.com. Register by April 24 for the Tuesday session and April 26 for the Thursday session. No shows on the day of the event will be billed.
Free webinar on starting your own business
The Saint Francis University Small Business Development Center and Somerset Trust Co. have scheduled a pre-business planning webinar at 5 p.m. April 26. This free webinar is for people who are interested in opening and operating their own business. Topics to be discussed are feasibility issues, marketing, record keeping, business plans, legal issues, regulations/taxes and financing. Pre-registration is requested. Interested persons may contact the Saint Francis University Small Business Development Center at 814-472-3200 or register online at https://pasbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/29949 .
Lions Club community night
The Meyersdale Lions Club Pancakes & Sausage Community Night, half-price meals sponsored by BDH Konhaus LLC and Somerset Trust Co., is 5-7 p.m. April 27, at 215 Main St., Meyersdale.
Friedens Coffeehouse
The Friedens Lutheran Church is gearing up to begin the winter Coffeehouse season. All performances take place 7-9 p.m. Fridays in the church's "Friendship Hall." Along with entertainment, coffee and dessert are served. Coffeehouses are open to the public. The schedule this year will be: April 28 John Larimer. There is no admission charge, but the church suggests a donation for each concert. More information about each group and any weather related cancelations will be provided on the church's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/friedenslutheran.
CACCC exhibition
The Community Arts Center of Cambria County second exhibition of 2023, "My Life and My Art, A Very Natural and Comfortable Clutter," an exhibition featuring a mixture of woodcarvings, drawings and paintingsby artist Sally Stewart, in the Goldhaber-Fend Fine Arts Center gallery. There will be more than 100 pieces on display for this exhibition. A video tour and artist lectureof the artwork will be available at the Community Arts Center’s YouTube & Facebook pages after the start of the exhibit. It will be on display through April 28. The gallery is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday – Friday, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.
Golf Bash
Golf Bash April 29, at the Bakersville VFD Banquet Hall, 2341 W. Bakersville-Edie Road, Somerset. Doors open at 11 a.m. More than $40,000 prizes, trips and golf foursomes. Do not need to be present to win. Check out the Facebook page for a full list of prizes. Only 1,000 tickets available. For more information, call the Somerset County Chamber at 814-445-6431, info@somersetcountychamber.com. Purchase tickets online at somersetcountychamber.com/product/golf-bash-tickets/
Organist Emily Roy at the Grand Halle
Organist Emily Roy will be presenting her first full-length recital, performing music by Buxtehude, Sweelinck, Bach, and Mendelssohn on the richly resonant Adam Stein pipe organ, at 7:30 p.m., April 29, at the Grand Halle on Broad Street, 306 Broad St., Johnstown. Dedicating the program to the teachers who have guided her thus far, Roy will celebrate mentorship with musical selections that draw connections between musicians who were inspired by their teachers. Roy holds a Professional Music Director Certification through the Sacred Music Institute of America, is a member of the Johnstown Symphony Chorus and the Schola Cantorum Sancti Andreas. Tickets may be purchased in advance by going to GrandHalle.com or calling 814-254-4033. Special pricing is available for seniors and students. Ticket discounts are available for the purchase of four or more tickets to either the Emily Roy performance or the Three Rivers Saxophone Quartet program in June 1 or for both programs.
2023 Jewelry Bash
The Somerset Welfare League 2023 Jewelry Bash is from 5:30 to 9 p.m. April 29, at the Somerset Country Club, 416 Plank Road, Somerset. Purchase tickets at Jar: The Zero Waste Store or see a Welfare League member.
'Drive-in' basket party
Camp PARC's 1950s style "Drive-in" Basket Party is April 29, at Davidsville Community Church, 197 Pender Road, Johnstown. Drawings will be outdoors in the parking lot. Sit in your car or bring lawn chairs to sit by your car. Tailgate and enjoy the 1950s theme. Tickets can be purchased online at www.campparc.org, at the door or call 814-410-5343. Food trucks available 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday only.
Oldies Record Hop
Windber Area Visioning Experience, aka W.A.V.E., presents Juke Box Oldies, an oldies record hop, from 6-9:30 p.m. April 30, at Windber Recreation Park.
Spaghetti dinner fundraiser
The Rockwood Rockets baseball "DelGrosso" spaghetti dinner fundraiser is 4-6 p.m. April 30. Dinner can be picked up at the New Centerville Fire Department banquet hall.
Kite Flying Adventure
The 9th annual "Kite Flying Adventure" will be held from 1-3 p.m. April 30, at the Boswell Community Park, across from Burger King in Ferrellton. A free fun event for the whole family that includes food, prizes and fun. Bring your own kite or one will be provided. Hosted by New Beginnings Outreach Center Church.
Cambria County Job Fair
The Cambria County Job Fair is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 2, at the 1st Summit Arena @ Cambria County War Memorial, 326 Napoleon St., Johnstown. Participants will have the chance to win a door prize. Free workshops being offered at the PA CareerLink Cambria County April 25-27, at the Cambria County CareerLink Library Community Room, 248 Main St., Johnstown. Each workshop will include an overview of resume writing, interview techniques, Zoom and social media etiquette, employer expectations, job retention and preparing for a job fair. Register by calling the PA CareerLink Cambria County at 814-534-2500. www.facebook.com/cambriacountyjobfair. Fore more information call Dave Grimaldi, 814-262-8366 or dgrimaldi@jari.com or Bryan Young 814-266-3844 or byoung@jari.com.
Blue Star Event
Attention Military Families which includes National Guard, Reserve and Active Duty: the Somerset County Military Family Support Group is holding its 2nd annual Blue Star Event on June 10, starting approximately at noon in its 20th year intending to show appreciation to you for your sacrifices and and support of your military family member. There will be information shared, assistance available, food, fun and more. They would like to honor and recognize you with a Blue Star Flag if you have not one. There will also be a comedy show free to the families but at $10 a person to the public until capacity is met.
Spring Exhibition
The Allied Artists of Johnstown 2023 Spring Exhibition at The Bottleworks Arts on 3rd, 411 3rd Ave., Johnstown, is May 4 through June 17. Five awards being offered for the show. Opening reception is May 5, to meet the artists and find out which works were awarded. www.johnstownart.com.
Laurel Arts annual Father Daughter Dance
"Love you to the Moon and Back" Laurel Arts annual Father Daughter Dance is from 4-7 p.m. May 7, at Oakhurst Grille & Event Center, 2409 Glades Pike, Somerset. Fee includes dinner buffet, dessert, crafts and entertainment by DJ Dan Breckenridge.
Laurel Highlands Photo Friends Contest
Local photographers are reminded that entries for the Laurel Highlands Photo Friends Contest and the Somerset County Town Planner calendar will be accepted at the Laurel Arts Dressler Center, 214 S. Harrison Ave., Somerset, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 11 and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 13. Cash prizes will be awarded for first, second, third and Best of Show. Categories are: Scenic, Floral, Fauna & Birds, People, Digital Art & Alternative Processes, Black & White, and Nighttime with a maximum of two entries per category. All prints must either be an 11” x 14” print or a smaller print matted to 11” x 14.” The preceding dimensions do not include the frame. In either case, the entry shall be framed and have a horizontal wire on the back for hanging. (Digital matting is acceptable.) Complete details for each contest, including entry fees and editing guidelines, etc., can be found on the Laurel Arts website (www.laurelarts.org) under “Call for Entries.” Copies of the two-page contest brochure also are available at the Laurel Arts Dressler Center.
Spaghetti dinner
The American Legion Post 946 in Ursina will hold a spaghetti dinner from 4-6 p.m. May 11, at the Post Home. Spaghetti, meat sauce, bread, salad and dessert will be the menu. Eat in or take out. Proceeds will go to the upkeep on the building.
Chocolate Stroll
The Salvation Army Somerset Service Center Chocolate Stroll invites participants to join in an afternoon of chocolate goodies while helping the vulnerable neighbors in need, 11 a.m. May 13. Ticket offers participant to experience many different chocolate delights courtesy of participating local businesses while having the opportunity to win some prizes. At the conclusion of the Chocolate Stroll, participants will select a chocolate lollipop for an opportunity to win a prize. Begin the Chocolate Stroll at the Daily American, 334 W. Main St., Somerset. Get tickets online at give.salvationarmy.org/chocolatestroll. All proceeds benefit The Salvation Army Somerset Service Center.
Shanksville VFD Golf Scramble
A kick off the golf season scramble May 13, with Shanksville VFD Golf Scramble. Registration at 9 a.m. Shotgun start begins at 10 a.m. at Northwinds Public Golf Course-Indian Lake. Teams of four. Email Bri at balianiello@shanksvillevfd.org.
Spring Fling
Welcome Back Tractorfest kick off event, the Spring Fling is from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. May 13, at the Shawnee Valley VFC Picnic Grounds, 1457 Market St., Schellsburg. Bring your tractors, hit and miss engines, chairs and EZ Ups. Talk, eat and relax. Kids games, cash raffles, homemade ice cream, live music at 3 p.m., tractor ride at 1 p.m. Breakfast served from 8-10:30 a.m. with a menu of pancakes, sausage, eggs, bacon, hashbrowns. Lunch and dinner starts at 10:30 a.m. with burgers, hot dogs, fries, chicken tenders and shrimp baskets. Proceeds benefit Shawnee Valley Volunteer Fire Co.
Help with whole-home repairs program
Tableland Services Inc. will be providing the whole-home repairs program to eligible residents of Somerset County through funding provided by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The Whole-Home Repairs Program will allow Tableland to address habitability and safety concerns, provide measures to improve energy or water efficiency and make units accessible for individuals with disabilities. Only homeowners are eligible for the program and household income must be 80% or lower of the median county income, which for a family of four is $58,250. Priority will be given to homeowners over 60, veterans, and disabled homeowners. For more information, contact Rachel at Tableland at 814-445-9628. Additionally, as part of this grant, Tableland will invest in construction related workforce development programs.
Meyersdale VFD Sunday Dinner
The Meyersdale Volunteer Fire Department next Sunday Dinner is May 14. Eat in, drive through take out or delivery. They begin taking orders at 9 a.m. for delivery. Call 814-634-5454.
Lions of Pennsylvania
Lions of Pennsylvania will be celebrating the 100th year of Lionism in Pennsylvania, May 18-21, by holding the 100th convention at the Kovalchick Center in Indiana, Pennsylvania. Some of the events include packing 500 buckets with cleaning supplies to be used in case of a disaster, painting party, wine-tasting event, dueling pianos show, concert by the Pennsylvania State Band, banquet with Brian Sheehan as the keynote speaker, fireworks, motivational speakers and more.
Ladies Retreat
Ladies Retreat 12-3 p.m. May 20, at the Johnstown Galleria. Attend one or both retreats. Relax and enjoy peace, calm, beauty, believe in your dreams, positive mindset and happiness. Pay as you may. Retreat includes program and lite refreshments. Lunch is on your own. Limited seating. RSVP to Alexis Michel Angelo, inspirational speaker, 239-776-5458. alexismichelangelo@gmail.com.
Casino Royale
Casino Royale, an evening with Michael Merschiltz starts at 5:30 p.m. May 20, at the Community Arts Center of Cambria County, 1217 Menoher Blvd., Johnstown. Play casino games, take chances on a basket raffle and enjoy Italian dinner before Michael Merschiltz takes the stage to end the evening with a show-stopping performance, singing classics from Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and more. Dress in your favorite 1950s or 60s costume or cocktail attire. Purchase tickets through the Community Arts Center online at caccc.org or call 814-255-6515.
Wine Thru the Park
Join in for the tastiest day of the year with Wine Thru the Park, 1-7 p.m. May 20, at Windber Rec Park. Wine tasting, basket raffle, live music, food vendors. All proceeds to benefit the Windber Municipal Authority. Tickets on Eventbrite Community Building. For more information call 814-467-6696 or www.windberrec.com.
Car Cruise
Sound the Alarm! Somerset Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary Car Cruise is from 1-4 p.m. May 20, at Memorial Chevrolet, Somerset. Donations welcome. Dash plaques to the first 100. Food, 50-50, basket raffle. DJ Bubba Conner. Fire truck display.
5K Color Fun Run/Walk/Crawl
The 5K Color Fun Run/Walk/Crawl, hosted by the teams of the Relay For Life of Meyersdale, is May 20, at the Paul Fuller Playground 275 Grant St., Meyersdale. Registration begins at 9 a.m. Run/Walk begins at 10 a.m. Registration includes T-shirt on a first come basis. Friday evening pick up of T-shirts will be available for those who have pre-registered at the Paul Fuller Playground pavilion, 5-7 p.m. May 19. Registration forms available at FB Thomas Drug Store.
Oldies Record Hop
Windber Area Visioning Experience Oldies Record Hop, Juke Box Oldies is 6-9:30 p.m. May 21, at the Windber Recreation Park. Food and soda available. Admission charged.
Cash Bingo
The Meyersdale Little League Cash Bingo is at 2 p.m. May 21, at the Meyersdale Elks, 327 Dale St., Meyersdale. Doors open at 12 p.m. Early birds at 1 p.m. for an additional charge. Six paper cards per game. Basket raffle and 50-50. Concession stand opens at 12 p.m. The Meyersdale Little League Field has been around for about 50 years and needs repairs.
Farmers Market
The Windber Municipal Authority Farmers Market runs from 4-8 p.m. every Wednesday, from May 31 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.
Military family support group
The Somerset County Military Support Group has been in existence for 20 years to help families with military members. They are here to help or listen to those families in need whether physical, mental or financial. The group is made up of veterans, spouses and or family members and know the kind of troubles being faced. They want to walk beside you and get that help you need. Contact them at www.somersetmilitaryfamilies@gmail.com or write SCMFSG P.O. Box 888, Somerset, PA 15501. Provide a phone number to get back with you as soon as possible.
This article originally appeared on The Daily American: What's going on in and around Somerset County in April
