Whey Jennings performs a tribute show to his grandfather, Waylon Jennings. Whey Jennings grew up in a family full of country music royalty. His grandfather, the legendary Waylon Jennings and grandmother Jessi Cloter both had major success in the major music charts for decades. Jennings is a "rough around the edges, unpolished singer" with a…
This Friday, Aug. 11 at 6 p.m., the free outdoor summer concert series will feature Autumn Sun performing a mix of Americana, progressive and folk music on the outdoor stage at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro. The outdoor stage is located on the Central Avenue side of the building. The Deane Center’s summer outdoor series includes concerts…
Have you ever made any teas from trees? How about any jellies from nature? Swing by to sample some interesting wild plants picked & harvested in the park. We’ll chat about when to pick, how they’re made, how to harvest, & a lot more. Please bring a coffee mug. See you all there!! Meeting location…
Join us for a short, fun, interactive activity that helps explain where the Perseid meteor showers come from. This game provides an intro to this weekend's Perseid Meteor Shower, and is a great way to ease into the following Night Sky Tour program. All ages - kids, teens, and adults. Registration is not required for this fun,…
With over 140 invasive species of plant threatening state land, natural areas, and agriculture, it's important to keep an eye out for these aggressive plants. Come learn about some of the most common invasive species found in Tioga County, the risks they pose to our native beauty, and what you can do to help stop the…
Come on out to the amphitheater to get educated about elk! We’re celebrating over a hundred years of the reintroduced species in the state. We’ll discuss the habitat they live in, what they eat, and much much more in a fun filled game show fashion.
The Perseids are coming! While the peak of the Perseid Meteor Shower is mid-August, meteors can be observed any time from late July through the month of August. As the Earth intersects with the orbit of dust particles left behind by the comet Swift-Tuttle in 1992, visitors will flock to Cherry Springs State Park for…
Join Emily Flake, Hilary Campbell Fitzgerald, Billy Kelly, and Victor Varnado at The Gas Light for a hilarious night of stand-up comedy accompanied by their own cartoons/comics! These comedians have WAY too many credentials to list here, so check them out for yourself. www.emilyflake.com www.Thebillykellyshow.com www.cartoonsbyhilary.com facebook.com/VictorVarnado No cover charge; no tickets, so come early,…
The Perseid Meteor Shower peaks this weekend! While the best meteor viewing will occur after midnight, come explore the night sky with us. In this program, explore constellations through a laser guided tour led by park staff. Listen as we recount the legends and myths surrounding these mysterious patterns in the sky. Registration encouraged, but…
When was the last time you looked up at the stars? Did you know, that when you're looking up, you're actually looking into the past? Come on out to the pet campground playground area & join park staff to learn a little bit about the night sky, what seasonal constellations appear, & some myths & legends associated…
The Perseid Meteor Shower peaks this weekend! While meteors are best viewed after midnight with the naked eye, look through park telescopes while you wait for midnight to fall. Under the guidance of our volunteers and staff, embark on an amazing telescope tour of the night sky. We're focusing on Saturn, double stars, and possibly…
The Second Annual Wellsboro Comic Con will be on Saturday, Aug. 12 from 10am to 5pm and Sunday, Aug. 13 from 12pm to 5pm. Hosted by Pop’s Culture Shoppe, this family-friendly festival is offering activities throughout downtown Wellsboro, including at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts, the Warehouse Theatre Gallery, St. Paul's Episcopal Church Parish Hall, plus…
