Events List
Week of Events
HARRISON VALLEY BICENTENNIAL
Come help us celebrate 200 years! Food, games, prizes, bounce house, vendors, cornhole & a good time
YOUTH ADVENTURE CAMP 2023
Six days and five nights in the remote and beautiful north central Pennsylvania, Youth Adventure Camp (YAC) is an experience like none other for junior and senior high students. Unplugged from the distractions of daily life and surrounded by God’s creation, teens have the chance to try their hands (and feet) at adventurous activities such…
PA TRAIL CHALLENGE 2023 – HAMMERSLEY WILD AREA
We’re headed to the Hammersley Wild Area for the 5th Annual PA Wilds Trail Challenge! The PA Chapter of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers has a 30-mile (2500 ft total elevation gain), 2-night backpacking trip planned for the weekend of 6/23 to 25. The Susquehannock Trail System, STS, is an 85-mile loop linking old Civilian Conservation Corps fire…
WOMEN IN THE WILDS WEEKEND
A full weekend of outdoor recreation and environmental education activities for ladies only. Begins Friday, June 23, 2023 at 6:00 PM and runs until Sunday, June 25, 2023 at 3:00 PM. Program fee of $125 includes choice of seven different classes, program supplies, three catered meals, and an event t-shirt. Breakfast and overnight accommodations are not provided. Program…
MELODRAMA AT THE FESTIVAL: THE OLD COOKIE SHOP
MELODRAMA AT THE FESTIVAL: THE OLD COOKIE SHOP
Join us for our Second Annual Melodrama at the Festival: The Old Cookie Shop by Joe M. Charles Sweet Nellie O’Grady is about to lose her cookie shop to the evil banker, Mortimer Whiplash. It’s love at first sight when handsome Harry Goodwell, legal assistant to Whiplash, first casts his eyes on the lovely Nellie.…
SILK SCARF PAINTING WORKSHOP
SILK SCARF PAINTING WORKSHOP
Does your wardrobe need a lift? Join PA Wilds teaching artist Julie Mader for a beginner-friendly Silk Scarf Painting Workshop. During this “have no fear” workshop, participants will use dyes formulated for silk fibers to turn an 8”x54″ silk scarf “blank” into a wearable piece of art that is certain to turn heads. Julie will…
OPEN MIC NIGHT AT THE GMEINER
OPEN MIC NIGHT AT THE GMEINER
Calling all Musicians! The Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center is pleased to announce a series of free Open Mic Nights for Musicians. These will be held on the third Wednesday of each month starting on March 15th, from 7-9PM. Musicians of all ages are invited to participate, and all acoustic styles are welcome. The open…
USAF AIRMEN OF NOTE AT STRAUGHN AUDITORIUM
USAF AIRMEN OF NOTE AT STRAUGHN AUDITORIUM
Don’t miss this chance to see the premier jazz ensemble of The United States Air Force live in concert! The band will be performing an eclectic program, including big band hits from the 1940’s to brand new compositions written for this tour! The Airmen of Note is of the six performing ensembles within The United…
NATURE AT NIGHT: EXPLORING OUR SENSES FAMILY PROGRAM
NATURE AT NIGHT: EXPLORING OUR SENSES FAMILY PROGRAM
It’s so dark at night, how do night-time animals ever get anything done? In this family-friendly program, explore the 5 senses we (and nocturnal animals!) use to find their way at night. This program intended for families with children. — Park programs occur on the Night Sky Public Viewing Area. Park in the gravel lot and follow the walkway next to…
Night Sky Tour – Intro to the Summer Sky
Night Sky Tour – Intro to the Summer Sky
Wish you knew your way around the night sky? Experience the wonder of a starry night at Cherry Springs State Park through a laser-guided tour conducted by park staff. Learn how to find the Big Dipper and the North Star, and learn a few key summer constellations. Great for beginners! Listen as we recount the legends and…
Through Our Telescopes: Summer Basics
Through Our Telescopes: Summer Basics
Look through park telescopes at some key telescope-observable features of late spring and early summer. Take a closer look at a surprising star in the Big Dipper, peer into the heart of Scorpius the scorpion, and more. Under the guidance of our volunteers and staff, embark on an amazing telescope tour of the night sky.…
LIBERTY FARMER’S MARKET
LIBERTY FARMER’S MARKET
The Liberty Farmer's Market will open in style on Saturday, April 29, 2023. The market is located at 8586 Route 414 in Liberty, PA and will be open from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM every Saturday now through October 7th.
2nd Annual Tioga County Pride Day
2nd Annual Tioga County Pride Day
Tioga County Indivisible is proud to announce the second annual Tioga County Pride Day! Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 24th. A variety of activities will be taking place from 12-9PM in the Coolidge Theater of the Deane Center at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro. This year’s theme is “A Celebration of Unity and Peace!”…
LAUNCH INTO SPACE – YARD GAMES
LAUNCH INTO SPACE – YARD GAMES
Launch into space by joining us for astronomy-themed educational yard games. These games will provide an intro to astronomy, and are a great way to ease into the following Night Sky Tour program. Registration is not required for this fun, family-friendly, and free event. —- While you may still observe on your own at the park without attending a…
Squirrel Wars
Squirrel Wars
Learn about the different species of squirrels and how to deal with them. Mounts will highlight this presentation.
FIREFLY FRENZY
FIREFLY FRENZY
Join park staff for a close up look at the amazing insects that have fascinated us for ages: fireflies or lightning bugs! Discover how and why these beetles light up the sky during a short discussion, and explore the fields of Cherry Springs in search of fireflies. This program is designed for all knowledge levels…
Night Sky Tour – Intro to the Summer Sky
Night Sky Tour – Intro to the Summer Sky
Wish you knew your way around the night sky? Experience the wonder of a starry night at Cherry Springs State Park through a laser-guided tour conducted by park staff. Learn how to find the Big Dipper and the North Star, and learn a few key summer constellations. Great for beginners! Listen as we recount the legends and…
ASTRONOMY & THE NIGHT SKY
ASTRONOMY & THE NIGHT SKY
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…
Through Our Telescopes: Summer Basics
Through Our Telescopes: Summer Basics
Look through park telescopes at some key telescope-observable features of late spring and early summer. Take a closer look at a surprising star in the Big Dipper, peer into the heart of Scorpius the scorpion, and more. Under the guidance of our volunteers and staff, embark on an amazing telescope tour of the night sky.…