Commemorating the first night football game with lights!  Enjoy a motorless parade, food, entertainment from the 1890s and today, hot air balloons, and of course the re-enactment of the world's first night football game with lights. Many more events taking place this weekend: please call 570-662-3442 or visit our website for more information.

A Victorian celebration with craft and food vendors lining the streets, strolling musicians dancers, actors, Santa and Mrs. Claus, and old Scrooge himself! Take part in this street fair that kicks off our holiday season.  For more information visit our website or call 570-724-1926.

Keep the past alive when you visit the 48th Annual Tioga County Early Days Show! This year's event is being held at the Tioga County Fairgrounds, where working demonstrations and tractor exhibits will be open to the public. Don't miss the spaghetti dinner, raffles, silent auction and tractor pull. For more information, please contact Jack Pino at 570-659-5228 or visit the event's website.

Make history by running in the first-ever PA Grand Canyon Marathon! This
full 26.2 mile marathon takes runners along the beautiful West Rim of the Pine
Creek Gorge for outstanding views of Pine Creek. The course will start and end
at Colton Point State park (turnaround point is at Bradley Wales) and a 7 a.m
start is scheduled. There are only 500 spots available—don’t wait, register
today! For more information, please visit www.pagrandcanyonmarathon.com

Love classical music with contemporary compositions? Join us for the eighth-annual Endless Mountain Music Festival which features venues throughout Wellsboro, Blossburg, Troy and Canton in Pennsylvania and Corning and Elmira in New York. The festival runs from July 27^th through August 11^th and world-renowned artists, festival orchestras, chamber music and solos are only some of what this festival has to offer. Please visit www.endlessmountain.net for a complete schedule of the 2013 Festival, as well as the history of this rich tradition.

 Are you a fan of the hit show Downton Abbey? The museum has an extensive clothing collection and within it, many items from the "Downton Era" (1890 - 1920's.) We would love to share them with you! This season's summer exhibit will be a fashion show of ladies and men's clothes for all seasons throughout the mansion with special events to tie in. Exhibit hours will be June 1 through August 10th

 Join Mama Filomena Stromboli and her crazy extended family for a raucous Italian family reunion celebrating he 80th birthday.  All in the family are wishing her well, buttering her up and trying to get their name in the will and hilariously fighting the only way a big loving Italian family can. Enjoy an evening of fun and intrique with your family and friends! Showing July 27-September 7 & 28

 You and your group are in the audience at DiPlace for Murder theatre, attending their "Dinner with the Detectives" series, a murder mystery show where you dine with the world's greatest literary detectives while they solve the murder of their mysterious host. When a "real" dead body is discovered in the theatre's kitchen, the evening takes on an edgy twist as the actors try to unravel the dastardly plot going on behind the scenes. Unfortunately, one of them is planning an encore that will drop the curtain early on someone's life. See if you can out-sleuth the sleuths and find the culprit who is slaying them in the aisles....and on the stage! Showing: August 24-September 14 & 21

 The Pick-a-Longs, one of Meadville's favorite folk bands, will be performing in a FREE concert on the back lawn of the museum. Bring your lawn chair or picinic blanket and enjoy a great evening! The concert begins at 6:30 pm.

 Families like those in "Downton" entertained themselves and others through means other than television and radio. Just like the concert to entertain the troops during World War I seen on season 2 of Downton Abbey, we will be presenting a concert of "Downton Era" music in the library. Local singers will be entertaining just as the Crawley sisters did with our recently repaired Chickering Square Grand Piano. Those in attendance will feel transported back in time as they are entertained right alongside WWI troops. Light refreshments will be served.

 Every two years, the Academy Theatre teams up with the Baldwin-Reynolds House Museum to hold one of the most exciting events on our calendar. The Academy will be holding their biannual Murder Mystery at the museum. More details to be announced!

 What better way to get into the Christmas spirit than to read Charles Dickens' famous book, A Christmas Carol. This holiday season, however, you can do better than just reading it by being transported to the world of Dickens for dinner at the Baldwin-Reynolds House! We will be hosting Mr Fessiwig's annual Christmas Party with a full dinner, good music, and everyone from Scrooge to Bob Cratchit in attendance.

 The moment we all have been waiting for has arrived and the museum officially turns 50! Join us for this formal reception to celebrate as Ellie Davies shares her memories of John and Katherine Reynolds from when the museum was still a private residence. Social hour will begin at 6:30 pm with the program following. Tickets are $35 per person and must be purchased in advance. Major sponsors for the museum's 50th anniversary season receive complimentary tickets.

Parade begins Saturday at Noon. Hunt takes place throughout weekend. Bike show, horseshoes tournament, entertainment and many vendors. www.kettlecreekvalley.com

Galeton's Famous 4th of July Fireworks shot off over Berger Lake - a spectacular sight! Come early for good parking. www.visitgaleton.com

Celebrate the Woodhicks of 100 years ago with demonstrations, exhibits, contests, crafts, concessions, food and music at the PA Lumber Museum. www.lumbermuseum.org

Potter County Fair at Millport. Livestock, baking competitions, carnival rides and entertainment.

Lumberjack and timber sports competitions, as well as crafts. www.woodsmenshow.com

Kettle Creek Music Festival "Christmas Under the Stars" @ Quiet Oaks Campground. Three days of patriotism and great live music! Please bring a toy for the Toys for Tots Foundation. www.KCMusicFest.com

11th Annual Dam Show @ Austin Dam Memorial Park. An eclectic mix of great live music. At dark, the Dam lights up with a colorful multimedia lightshow projected on the dam ruins. www.damshow.com

Black Forest Star Party @ Cherry Springs State Park. Guest speakers, children's programs, vendors and opportunities to observe the night sky. Hosted by the Central PA Observers. The public is encouraged to attend from 7:30 – 11 PM on Saturday free of charge. www.csspdarkskyfund.org

Galeton Fall Fest @ John J. Collins Memorial Park. 10 AM – 4 PM. Craft vendors, live music, food and games. www.visitgaleton.com

Falling Leaves Festival @ Coudersport Courthouse Square. Farmers markets, crafts, vendors, food, old-time events and activities for kids. The Potter County Historical Society will host an open house from 10 AM – 2:30 PM and will offer tours of architecturally interesting homes at 10 AM and Noon. www.coudersport.org

 Come out and challenge yourself!  Your health whether it be physical or mental
is one of the most important things to take care of during your lifespan.  Muddy
and Messy will help to test both of these aspects while having a blast doing
so.  A percentage of the proceeeds from Muddy and Messy will benefit The
Alzheimer's Association.  If you are unable to run, a donation is always
appreciated.

 The Perry Street Station will be transformed into a WW II encampment for both US
and German forces. Displays will include uniforms, weapons and vehicles from the
era. The event is hosted by the 99th Infantry Division Historical Society.

 The Art Fair on the Boardwalk is an annual fine art and craft show held on the
Boardwalk of century-old Conneaut Lake Park and on the lawn in front of the
Hotel Conneaut in Conneaut Lake Park. Enjoy the artwork as well as a great view
of Conneaut Lake

Five American Roots (Blues, Bluegrass, Country-Folk) bands will perform in the
old Oak-Lined meadow behind the Sprague Farm & Brew Works. Local artists
demonstrate and display their work. Food and plenty of craft beer will be
available.

 Fire works are at dusk, rain date is July 7, 2013.

 This juried art show will be in the Stonewall Gallery at the Campbell Pottery
Store.

 Proceeds to benefit Conneaut Lake Historical Museum, home of "Liberty the
Second" & display of woolly mammoth bones. Registration forms available at
the Conneaut Lake Historical Society.

 This Tony Award winning comedy of mishaps, is guaranteed to leave you teary-eyed
with laughter.  When a world famous opera singer, scheduled to open the season,
is passed out cold, an imposter dresses the part to fool the audience.  A zany
chain reaction of mistaken indentity, romantic mishaps and hysterical lines.

 Each year in the middle of summer, Wesbury pulls together a festival that
attracts close to 5,000 visitors. Held on campus, this free event is always the
third Sunday of July from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. It includes a Family Fun Zone
with games and train rides, outdoor and indoor entertainment, crafters and other
vendors, and an Antique and Classic Car Cruise In. In addition, the Sunset
Auxiliary holds its annual rummage, book and bake sale. Of course, there are
chicken and rib dinners on sale that includes several side dishes and homemade
pie or cake.

 The Pick-a-Longs, one of Meadville's favorite folk bands, will be performing in
a FREE concert on the back lawn of the museum. Bring your lawn chair or picinic
blanket and enjoy a great evening!

 Join "our own Lord and Lady Grantham," William and Julia Reynolds at their
summer garden party! The Reynolds were host and hostess to some of the most
fashionable events in Meadville's history including parties, plays, "tub races"
in the pond and more. We will be having a traditional garden party luncheon on
the balcony followed by a personal tour and program by our museum director,
Joshua Sherretts, on the Reynolds family and their entertaining during the
"Downton" era.

 The Crawford County Fair is the largest agricultural fair in Pennsylvania. The
fair features plenty of amusement rides, displays and lots of good food..... 
truck and tractor pulls, demolition derbies, agricultural and livestock entries
and judging.  The Crawford County Fair also features "Big Name" and local
entertainers.

 The Crawford County Fair is the largest agricultural fair in Pennsylvania. The
fair features plenty of amusement rides, displays and lots of good food..... 
truck and tractor pulls, demolition derbies, agricultural and livestock entries
and judging.  The Crawford County Fair also features "Big Name" and local
entertainers.

Come celebrate our nation's birthday with a parade through downtown Mansfield! Enjoy food and craft vendors, games, activities, and live music at Smythe Park and stay for the fantastic fireworks show over the Tioga River! Please call 570-662-3442 for more information or visit our website.

Join us for activities including a vendor fair, 5K race, entertainment and more in downtown Mansfield. For more information, please call 570-724-3442 or visit our website.

 Join CARE and Erie Peace & Justice Center for a fun and exciting kayak and canoe race on Conneaut Lake!  Come out and spend a day on the water and support a great cause. This family-friendly race is open to all boaters, whether you like to paddle for fun or are a serious competitor, all are welcome. First and Second place winners for each class will be announced at the awards ceremony after the race and each winner will receive a trophy. Proceeds support the ongoing appeal of the air quality permit issued for the proposed tire incinerator.

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