Allegheny National Forest Visitors Bureau |
Mon 14th Aug to Sat 19th Aug | McKean County Fair, East Smethport Enjoy candied apples and cotton candy as you explore the exhibits of farm animals and blue ribbon pies. Starting on Monday, amusement park rides run every evening at 5 pm. Tractor pulls, street stock racing, a barn dance, and a demolition derby round out the evening entertainment. For more information please call: 814-778-7326; 814-887-5361 www.mckeancountyfair.net McKean County Fair Grounds, 7172 Rt. 46, East Smethport, PA 16749 | |
Thu 17th Aug 8:00 pm to Sat 19th Aug 9:00 pm | "Leaving Iowa" at Sawmill Theatre Leaving Iowa tells the story of Don Browning, a middle-aged writer, who sets out for his father’s hometown to take his ashes to his childhood home. When Don discovers his grandparents’ house is now a grocery store, he begins traveling across Iowa searching for a proper final resting place. All shows are $15 per seat. Tickets are available online at www.sawmill.org or by calling the theatre’s box office at (814) 927-5275. 140 Theatre Lane, Cooks Forest State Park, Cooksburg, PA 16217 | |
Sat 19th Aug 10:00 am 1:00 pm | Amphibians and Reptiles- Pfeiffer Nature Center Explore the lifestyles and habits of some of our most mysterious and misunderstood wildlife friends – amphibians and reptiles! Meet Wildlife Veterinarian Dr. Karen Moran as she shares her first-hand experiences rehabilitating these amazing creatures. This event is a wonderful opportunity to learn about the biology and importance these animals play in our local ecosystem and how we can help support and protect them. For more information call: 716-933-0187 or visit: www.pfeiffernaturecenter.org/nature-blog/ Pfeiffer Nature Center, 1974 Lillibridge Road, Portville, NY 14770 | |
Sat 19th Aug 11:00 am 5:00 pm | Derrick Day, Bradford Celebrate the rich oil and gas heritage of the region at this Derrick Day. Stop at the museum and enjoy a day of craft vendors, food, demonstrations, antique oilfield equipment displays, candle making, a chain saw carver, barbershop quartet, and talks of oilfield history. Everyone is Welcome! Admission is free. For more information please call: 814-362-1955 or visit: www.pennbradoilmuseum.org Penn Brad Oil Museum, 901 South Avenue, Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Sat 19th Aug 6:30 pm 8:30 pm | Guadalcanal, Eldred See director Steve Appleby as he presents on the importance of Guadalcanal. Hear stories, view pictures and artifacts, and talk with other members as he previews the historical impact on the 75th anniversary. Doors open at 630, presentation begins at 7. FREE ADMISSION but donations are always accepted! For more information please call: 814-225-2220 Or visit: eldredpaww2museum.com Eldred WWII Museum, 201 Main Street, Eldred, PA 16731 |