What's going on in and around Somerset County for the end of January?

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Pour Tour 3.0

Craft beverage makers in Somerset County and GO Laurel Highlands launched its Pour Tour 3.0. The third iteration of the trail features breweries, wineries, distilleries, meaderies and cideries in Fayette, Somerset and Westmoreland counties. Glades Pike Winery in Somerset, Quinn Brewing Co. Tap Room in Central City, Tall Pines Distillery in Salisbury, Whitehorse Brewing in Berlin, Vin de Matrix Winery in Rockwood and Ponfeigh Distillery, which expects to open later this year, are other Somerset County partners. After users pick up a free passport or download the app, they will get stickers by making purchases from participating locations – or uploading a picture to the app for verification purposes. After collecting enough stickers, they are eligible for prizes. The printed passport features a map to help users locate beverage makers while the app uses GPS to determine the nearest Pour Tour partner. Pour Tour 3.0 prizes include a free T-shirt (15 stickers or check-ins), a growler or stainless steel flask (30 stickers or check-ins) and a canvas/leather wine tote or portable outdoor beverage table (45 stickers or check-ins). Those who complete Tier 3 will be entered into a drawing for a Laurel Highlands getaway. Pour Tour 3.0 ends on Dec. 31.

Home-study course on meat goat production

Meat-goat producers looking for information on how to make their livestock enterprise more profitable can take advantage of a home-study course offered by Penn State Extension this winter. The course, which begins Feb. 1, will cover profit-enhancing production principles for raising meat goats. Lessons are available through email and the internet or via conventional mail delivery. The course contains six weekly lessons. Lesson topics include production basics, nutrition, health, reproduction, marketing and financial issues. Each lesson features information about the topic and a worksheet for producers to complete and mail or email back to Penn State Extension for comments. Producers also can submit questions they would like to have answered. An additional feature is the option to join three zoom meetings to review course materials and three zoom meetings to review worksheet questions and answers. Zoom meetings can be accessed by computer or by phone. Educators will address comments to participants' individual situations to better help them improve their management skills. For more details or to register for the course, visit https://extension.psu.edu/meat-goat-2023 or call 877-345-0691. To speak to one of the instructors, contact the Penn State Extension office in Bedford County at 814-623-4800, in Mercer County at 724-662-3141, or in Wayne County at 570-253-5970 extension 4110.

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The Secret Landscapes of the Mind

Exhibit of paintings and sculptures by Zheka, "The Secret Landscapes of the Mind" on display through Feb. 24, at the Community Arts Center of Cambria County, 1217 Menoher Blvd., Johnstown. A video tour of the artwork will be available at the Center's YouTube & Facebook pages. Gallery is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays.

Project FeederWatch

Laurel Hill State Park is hosting Project FeederWatch to observe backyard birds for science. Participants will count birds and submit data for an international research project. Counts will occur on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings at the Laurel Hill Visitor Center. Count dates are: Jan. 25; Feb. 7, 8, 21 and 22; March 21 and 22; and April 11 and 12. For more information, call the Laurel Hill Visitor Center at 814-352-8649. For those who need an accommodation to participate in park activities because of a disability, contact the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks: at 888-PA-PARKS (voice) 717-558-2710 (local or international voice,) 711 (AT &T Relay Services.) With at least three days’ notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.

Confluence Creative Arts Center

Contact info@confuencecreativearts for details or to register for upcoming events and activities. HOW TO BE A CRANKIE PERSON, LEARN-TO-MAKE-A-CRANKIE WORKSHOP, 4 to 6 p.m. Jan. 30. Preregistration required. Some general art materials provided. Learn the behind-the-scenes steps involved in designing and performing a scrolling panoramic crankie. Start your project at the workshop and complete it at home. Participants may have an opportunity to perform their crankie at the Festival for Scrolling Panoramic Arts or an open stage show at the Arts Center. FROGTOWN UKESTRA, Thursdays 6-7 p.m.-ish: Jan. 26; Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23; March 2. Ukuleles are provided or bring your own. Preregistration requested. Frogtown Ukestra is Confluence's premier and only ukulele-playing folk-song singing ensemble. It is open to adults and children who are interested in playing the ukelele. Guitars and other acoustic instruments are also welcome. Instruction will be geared for all ages and ability levels with the objective of playing and performing as a group. A final performance showcase will be planned for March 10. OVERBOOKED : LITERARY DISCUSSION GROUP next book discussion: March 19. Title to be determined. POSTCROSSING STARTUP AND MEETUP, 3 p.m. showcase the cards that are received and meet March 19. More info about Postcrossing can be found at: https://www.postcrossing.com/about or https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Postcrossing. CRANKIE KIDS, Thursdays: Jan. 26, Feb. 2, Feb. 9, Feb. 16, and Feb. 23. Performance on Feb. 25. Ages 6-16. Preregistration required. Participate in a collaborative crankie-making project. Over several workshop sessions, participants will work together to help create the artwork for a very large and very funny crankie called "Hairy Things." Participants will also develop a performance that will include singing, shadow art, and learning how to be part of a big-time crankie show. The Crankie Kids will be one of the acts in this year's Festival of Scrolling Panoramic Arts at the Arts Center on Feb. 25. SILENT MEDITATION, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Mondays. Dress comfortably. Judd Evans will guide participants in sitting and walking meditation. Cushions and chairs are provided and tea and refreshments are available after the practice.

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: Jan. 27 Swing City, Feb. 10 Jeff Webb and the Delectible Sound, Feb. 24 Echo Valley Bluegrass, March 31 Rugg Band, and April 28 John Larimer. There is no admission charge, but the church suggests a donation of $5 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.

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Pool Tournament

Pool Tournament Scotch Doubles is at 1 p.m. Jan. 28, at the Meyersdale Moose Lodge. Bring your own partner. Call 814-634-0623 or stop by the lodge to sign up.

Music concert

Music concert by Mark and Linda Treasure 10:30 a.m. Jan. 29, at Salisbury Church of the Brethren, 146 Union St., Salisbury.

Winter Speaker Series

The Mary S. Biesecker Public Library new craft-themed “Learning at the Library” Winter Speaker Series is the first Friday of the winter months (until February). A local speaker will be featured at 6 p.m. to offer free crafts, activities and informational lectures for the public. The series is being held in conjunction with Somerset Inc.’s “First Fridays in Uptown Somerset” event, where local businesses are open from 4:30-8 p.m. hosting special events, exclusive shopping experiences, popup vendors and more. The winter series concludes on Feb. 3, in collaboration with the uptown bakery Heirloom Pines, who will be demonstrating techniques and insights on cupcake decorating just in time for Valentine’s Day. Attendance for any of the winter speaker series events is free, but materials are only guaranteed for those who RSVP ahead of time by submitting a form on maryslibrary.com or Facebook, or by calling the front desk at 814-445-4011.

Family Movie Night

New Beginnings Outreach Center Church will host Family Movie Night Friday, at 7 p.m. Feb. 3. "Lifemark" will be shown. Fellowship will begin at 6 p.m. This is a free event. The church is at 7398 Somerset Pike, Boswell, one mile north of Jennerstown on the right. For more information, contact the church at 814-629-5001. In the event of severe inclement weather, the event will be canceled.

Comedy Night

The Listie Volunteer Fire Company presents Comedy Night Feb. 4, at the Bakersville Fire Hall, 2341 W. Bakersville-Edie Road, Somerset. Hosted by Rob Epple, features Jimmy Que and headliner Rich Shultis. Doors open at 4 p.m. Buffet-style dinner at 5 p.m. Comedy show starts at 7 p.m. Try your luck at small games of chance and giveaway tickets available. Ticket price includes show and dinner. Alcoholic beverages may be purchased separately. Listie Catering is providing dinner: roast turkey, Salisbury steak, stuffing balls, coleslaw, garlic butter noodles, mixed vegetables and dessert. Purchase tickets at Facebook — Listie Vol. Fire Dept. or at Window World in Somerset, 137 Alisa St., Somerset.

Spaghetti dinner

Spaghetti dinner benefits Roger Saylor and Family, 4-6 p.m. Feb. 4, at New Centerville Banquet Hall. Serving 300 meals, take out only. Roger is a life member of NCRVF Co. After dental surgery complications, he suffered two strokes and has been hospitalized since the beginning of December. He is in Pittsburgh. All proceeds from this dinner will go to the family to help with hospital bills, travel expenses.

GriefShare

GriefShare, a 13-week class for those who are grieving the death of a loved one, will begin at Somerset Alliance Church from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Feb. 15, in the Fireside Room. Call the church to register by Feb. 6, or or with any questions at 814-445-8949.

Winter Wonderland Snow Ball

Salisbury Church of the Brethren's Winter Wonderland Snow Ball is from 6-9 p.m. Feb. 11, at the Faith Factory, 153 Union St., Salisbury. An evening of fellowship, music, dancing and food. Featuring DJ Frankie Ryan. Call or text 814-279-0787 to make a reservation by Feb. 6. Semi-formal attire.

Recycling 101

Join on Zoom 6 p.m. Feb. 8 for Recycling 101. Learn to live sustainably, minimize waste production, reusable alternatives, recycling operation, acceptable recyclables and the future for Somerset County. Attend to get a free SOCO Recycling Tote Bag. Meeting ID: 810 3486 7606. Passcode: Recycle.

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Death by Chocolate

Friends of the Meyersdale Public Library will host the 22nd annual Death by Chocolate contest and auction at 5:30 p.m. Feb. 10 the Amity United Church of Christ Fellowship Hall, 315 Center St., Meyersdale. Judging will be in three categories: cakes and pies, cookies and bars, and candy. Entries may be taken to the church hall between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Feb. 10. Cookies, bars and candy must have at least 12 on a plate for judging. Entries must have a chocolate component. Judging will be based on appearance, intensity of chocolate and taste. Cash prizes will be awarded. The best in show receives an additional prize. Judging begins at 5:30 p.m. and is open to the public. The auction follows the judging.

Baked goods, including non-chocolate items, that are being submitted for the bake sale and not for judging may be taken to the Meyersdale Public Library, 210 Center St., Meyersdale, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Feb. 9 or from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 10. The baked goods will be on sale Friday and Saturday until sold out. Use containers that don't have to be returned. Proceeds benefit the Meyersdale Public Library. For more information, call 814-634-0512.

Sweetheart Dinner

Sweetheart dinner at 7 p.m. Feb. 18, at Meyersdale Elks Lodge, 327 Dale St., Meyersdale, 814-634-8411. Reservations need to be in by Feb. 10. Meal will include salad, prime rib with California veggies, chopped red potatoes and dessert.

Winter Blast

Winter Blast 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 11, at Prince Gallitzin Marina. Stop by for a variety of free winter activities, bonfire, mountain pies, hot dogs and more. Activities include: 5K Run/Walk, guided winter nature hike, snowmobile demos, cross-country ski loaners, snowshoe loaners, ice fishing, geocaching with GPS, disc golf course, ice skating and sledding, broomball, education station. Many activities dependent on snow conditions.

Sweetheart spaghetti dinner

Sweetheart Spaghetti Dinner for that someone special served from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Feb. 11, or until sold out (take outs only) at the Meyersdale Masonic Temple, Beachley Street, Meyersdale. Meals include: Spaghetti, meatballs, rolls, salad and dessert. For advanced orders call Donna 814-267-5111 or Michele 814-341-2117. Calls can be made to the Temple on Saturday only 814-634-5709. Sponsored by Meyersdale Eastern Star.

February Craft Class

Back by popular demand is the relaxing art form of Mandala dot art, 1-3 p.m. Feb. 12, at Windber Community Building second floor. Create a valentine theme riser in your choice of colors. Sign up on Vagaro.com under Windber CB Fitness Program. Proceeds benefit ADA chair lift at Windber Rec Pool.

“Arsenic & Old Lace”

The Community Arts Center of Cambria County is bringing the first Log Art Theatre production of 2023 with “Arsenic & Old Lace” (by Joseph Kesselring). “Arsenic & Old Lace” is a hysterical farce, which includes slapstick and traditional comedy, along with an intriguing plotline. The show will be in the Community Arts Center’s M. Josephine Paul Family Museum, which doubles as a black box theatre; 1217 Menoher Boulevard, in the Westmont section of Johnstown. Production dates and times include: All performances will be held indoors. Feb. 17, Feb. 18, 7 p.m.; Feb. 19, 2 p.m. (matinee); Feb. 24, Feb. 25, 7 p.m.; Feb. 26, 2 p.m. (matinee).

Cash Bingo

Meyersdale Salisbury Berlin Relay For Life Cash Bingo is 2 p.m. Feb. 19, at the Meyersdale Elks, 327 Dale St., Meyersdale. Doors open at 12 p.m. Early birds at 1 p.m. (additional charge). Ten games, six paper cards per game, basket raffle and 50/50. Concession stand opens at 12 p.m.

Witkowski concert

First Lutheran Church, 415 Vine St., Johnstown, will host jazz pianist Deanna Witkowski at 3 p.m. Feb. 19, in the church sanctuary. An offering will be received. Witkowski's program is liturgical jazz and original compositions. A leader in composing jazz music for the church, she is welcomed at churches and concert halls, both solo and with her trio. She also works as a consultant for churches seeking to incorporate jazz in worship. Her love of weaving together jazz and worship has led her to compose and perform sacred music across the country. Witkowski holds a M.A. in jazz piano performance from the City College of New York and a B.M. in classical piano performance from Wheaton College. She is a third-year PhD student at the University of Pittsburgh.

Firearms seminar

An attorney from U.S. LawShield who specializes in firearms laws will present a seminar "Know the Law Before You Draw" from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 20 at Jerome Sportsmen's Association, 3220 Jerome Hill Road, Hollsopple. Topics of discussion will include essential gun laws; use of force and deadly force; Fourth and Fifth Amendments rights; and law enforcement interactions. Sponsored by Mountain Top Defense, there is a charge to attend. Registration can be made by logging on to www.gunlawseminar.com. Information: 814-525-9278.

Student Works

The Bottle Works brings back the student art juried exhibition, Student Works in 2023. Students in grades 9-12 residing in Cambria, Somerset, Bedford, or Indiana County are eligible to submit one piece of work, which will be judged by a group of professional artists. Most visual 2-D and 3-D art mediums are welcome. No installations. All submissions are due by Feb. 28. Students and their art teachers/ guardians will be notified of acceptance via email by March 3. Accepted artwork should be ready to hang/displayed upon arrival. Works on paper should be matted or framed. Pieces must be received no later than March 4 at Art Works Building, 413 Third Ave., Johnstown. Cash awards will be given in the following categories for each grade levels: Best of Grade - Each Best of Grade winner’s art classroom will receive an art supplies bundle valued at $500 (limit one per school district); Other Awards (these recipients will be given a Bottle Works Scholarship, which can be used for a designated workshop or class. Awards include: Director’s Choice Award Honorable mention for each grade. For those with questions or need assistance, contact Creative Director Matt Lamb at mlamb@bottleworks.org.

Burg Bingo

Burg Bingo at the Wellersburg District Volunteer Fire Department fire hall, March 5. Doors open at 12 p.m. Games start at 1 p.m. Concessions available for purchase.

Basket Bingo

Basket Bingo featuring Vera Bradley is March 5, at The Good Fellowship Club, Cumberland, Maryland. Doors open at 2 p.m. Bingo starts at 3 p.m. Snacks and soft drinks provided. Door prizes, Chinese Auction and Gaming. Ticket includes 15 games of regular Bingo and snacks. 50/50, Bingo from 2-3 p.m. All proceeds benefit Danny Benson.

Talbot in Johnstown

Former Pittsburgh Penguins forward and 2009 Stanley Cup Champion Max Talbot will make a public appearance in Johnstown March 24. The evening will begin with a one-hour, private VIP event with Talbot inside 1st Summit Arena. Talbot will then drop the ceremonial “first puck” prior to the start of the Tomahawks game against the Philadelphia Rebels. He will then be doing a free meet and greet for fans in the party pit. Fans will not be required to purchase a meet and greet ticket. A limited number of tables and individual seats at the private event are available and can be booked by emailing derek@johnstowntomahawks.com. Tickets for all Tomahawks home games can be purchased, and sent directly to your mobile device from www.ticketmaster.com.

Comedy Fest

Trailhead Brewing Co. and the Rockwood Volunteer Fire Department presents Comedy Fest March 11. Doors open at 5 p.m. Dinner at 5:30 p.m. Show 6-7 :30 p.m. Music by Habatat 8-11 p.m. Host is Chuck Krieger. Headliners are John Evans, Shannon Norman and Trey McDonough. Ticket includes dinner, show and dancing. For information and tickets, visit the Brewery at 402 Main St., call 814-926-7923 or email contact@drinktrailhead.com. The fire department will have games of chance. Local vendors offering products.

Rain barrel sale

Somerset County Recycling is hosting a rain barrel pre-order sale and workshop. Orders are taken online at https://enviroworld.us/somersetpa. Pre-order deadline is March 12. Orders will be available for pickup between 9 a.m. and noon March 25. The rain barrel workshop is at 9 a.m. March 25 at the Somerset Conservation District Conference Room, 6024 Glades Pike, Somerset.

Cherry Blossom Festival bus trip

The Bottle Works Ethnic Arts Center will travel to Washington, D.C. April 8, for Petalpalooza - CherryBlossom Festival. Artists can tote their tools to capture the civic scenes and the budding blossoms for a unique plein air painting/ drawing experience. For those who just want to tour the National Mall and enjoy the flowers can do that as well. The bus trip is part of the Bottle Works’ 30th anniversary celebration activities. All year-long, the organization aims to provide fun special events and programs that highlight its mission: inspiring artistic passion, creating community connectivity, and honoring heritage and cultures. Ticket includes transportation, Petalpalooza festivities and bus ride snacks. The bus will stop at Golden Corral Buffet & Grill, 5621 Spectrum Dr., Frederick, MD 21703, on the way back to Johnstown. Seats are limited. Payment is due upon registration. Registration deadline is March 24. To attend, go towww.bottleworks.org, to fill out the registration form. Online payment option is also available. Or register via phone with Melody by calling 814-535-2020.

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