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Wed 2nd Dec to Thu 31st Dec | Private tours of the Olmsted Manor, Ludlow Olmsted is hosting guided tours throughout the month of December in place of our planned open house. We’ve decided on this as the safer option. Folks can schedule an appointment on our website or via phone (814 945 6512) for a guided tour with the director. More information is available here: www.olmstedmanor.org/ Olmsted Manor Retreat Center, 17 E Main St, Ludlow, PA 16333 |   |
Sat 12th Dec to Sun 27th Dec | Story Book Trail at Lillibridge, Portville, NY Share in the beauty and fun of the Holidays at the Lillibridge Property where we have created a Story Book Reading Trail for the young people in your life or for those of you with a “Young at Heart” Christmas Spirit. Begin your storybook adventure on the Interpretive Trail ( Griffin’s Way– an easy, .36 mi round trip trail) and read along to the Bear Stays Up for Christmas story as you wander through our old-growth hemlock forest. The storybook pages are held in place by our gentle giants for you to read as you pass by. Be sure to read both sides of the tree! See our map at the Lillibridge kiosk to find where your adventure with Bear and his Woodland Friends, begins. The Lillibridge Property is located at 1974 Lillibridge Road, Portville, NY. We would love for you to share pictures and let us know how you enjoyed your visit by emailing naturalist@pfeiffernaturecenter.org Enjoy the wonderful outdoors! Pfeiffer Nature Center is supported by United Way funding. Pfeiffer Nature Center where science, art & nature come together. Pfeiffer Nature Center Lillibridge Property, 1974 Lillibridge Rd, Portville, NY 14770 | |
Wed 27th Jan | Holocaust Remembrance Day, Eldred Eldred WW II Museum is hosting a virtual event for International Holocaust Remembrance Day on Wed. Jan. 27, 2021, at 1 PM for adults. This live virtual presentation will feature Menachem Etkin from Israel, Steve Appleby from the museum, with Emily Putzke/ Author/Blogger hosting. Menachem will be sharing the story of his father, Michael Etkin, who became a partisan during the war and was the only member of his family to survive the Holocaust. Zoom link: us02web.zoom.us/.../tZMlfu6qpzwqGNf8v7yMxdRDIviSG... Eldred World War II Museum, 201 Main St, Eldred, PA 16731 | |
Wed 27th Jan | Kulinary Kids: Family Edition!, Bradford Nutritionist, Laurie Malleto, is returning for another virtual, 5-week program; Kulinary Kids: Family Edition! This special edition is intended for children in kindergarten through 3rd grade and an adult. Kulinary Kids: Family Edition begins Wednesday, January 27 at 4:30 pm, via Zoom. Adults may register by emailing youth@bradfordlibrary.org Or calling 814-362-6527 Bradford Area Public Library, 67 W Washington St, Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Sat 30th Jan to Sun 31st Jan | Boardcross at Holiday Valley Ski Resort For more information about this Snowboarding event and more visit https://usasa.org/regions/eastern/western-new-york Holiday Valley Resort, 6557 Holiday Valley Rd, Ellicottville, NY 14731, USA | |
Sat 6th Feb | Winter Snowshoe/Hike at Pfeiffer!!!, Portville, NY Clear your mind and warm your heart by spending some time out in nature! Blue skies and snow-covered trails are the perfect setting for a hike about Lillibridge. Bring your own snowshoes or borrow a pair of traditional, wooden bear paw snowshoes from us when you visit Pfeiffer Nature Center’s winter wonderland. This hike is for both the novice and advanced alike. If there is no snow, join us for a winter stroll along the trails through field and forest. The program will be canceled if we are experiencing extreme weather conditions. This event is FREE For more information call: 716-933-0187 Or visit www.pfeiffernaturecenter.org Pfeiffer Nature Center Lillibridge Property, 1974 Lillibridge Rd, Portville, NY 14770 | |
Sat 6th Feb 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Groundhog Day, Benezette Did you know that since the year 1887 the most famous of all groundhogs, Punxsutawney Phil, has seen his shadow 104 times? Come and learn many other facts about the ecology and behavior of our wild Pennsylvania Groundhogs. For more information call 814-787-5173 Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Sun 7th Feb 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Elk Basics, Benezette New to learning about elk, Join them for the basic breakdown as they learn about elk history, elk ecology, and elk behavior. For more information call 814-787-5173 Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Fri 19th Feb 8:00 pm 9:30 pm | VEENA AKAMA-MAKIA MEZZO-SOPRANO, Bradford Visit the Marilyn Horne Museum You Tube page www.youtube.com/channe.....oNOzg as they celebrate African-American History Month with this special performance by Cameroonian-American mezzo-soprano Veena Akama-Makia. For more information visit' www.marilynhorne.org/calendar.html Marilyn Horne YouTube Channel | |
Sat 20th Feb 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Coyote Crazy, Benezette Do you know what wild animal is PA's largest canine? Are you interested in learning more about Coyotes? Join the folks at the ECVC as they explain all of the elk's mysteries! For more information call 814-787-5173 Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Sun 28th Feb 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Winter Birding, Benezette Time outside might dwindle in the winter, but not for wildlife, especially birds. Birds are adapted for all-weather and fascinating creatures. Join the folks at the visitors center and learn about PA bird species and how to find them. For more information call 814-787-5173 Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Tue 2nd Mar 11:00 am 1:00 pm | Green Eggs and Ham, Bradford The library is celebrating Dr. Seuss's birthday with a special, virtual event! Michael Morton, from the Sun-Dance-Kids-Farm, will visit the library on Tuesday, March 2nd for a fantastic program! Green Eggs and Ham will stream Live from the library's Facebook page at 11:00 a.m. Mr. Morton will be bringing several of his unique chickens to the library. Join us virtually, to see if they lay green eggs! Be prepared to learn something new! For more information call 814-362-6527 or visit: www.bradfordlibrary.org/events Bradford Area Public Library, 67 W Washington St, Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Wed 3rd Mar | Kulinary Kids program, Bradford Chefs in 4th through 8th grade are invited to participate in the library's traditional Kulinary Kids program that will kick off on Wednesday, March 3 at 4:30 pm via Zoom. This virtual program will last five (5) weeks and will be taught by nutritionist, Laurie Malleto also. Register by emailing youth@bradfordlibrary.org Or calling 814-362-6527 Bradford Area Public Library, 67 W Washington St, Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Sat 13th Mar 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Shed Hunting, Benezette Are you curious about how to find shed whitetail and elk antlers? Stop into the Elk Country Visitors Center as they discuss some of their most effective methods. For more information call 814-787-5173 or visit elkcountryvisitorcenter.com/ Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Sun 14th Mar 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Owls of PA, Benezettte Owls are a very fascinating bird. The Elk Country Visitors Center will cover their hunting tactics and talk about what they eat also. Stop in and join the staff to learn about owls in Pennsylvania. For more information call 814-787-5173 or visit elkcountryvisitorcenter.com/ Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Wed 17th Mar | St. Patrick's Day Community dinner, Ludlow These dinners are for the community connection in this difficult time. There is no charge for the meal. Donations can be made at Olmstedmanor.org/giving Please call for more information: 814-945-6512 or contact Anne@olmstedmanor.org Olmsted Manor Retreat Center, 17 E Main St, Ludlow, PA 16333 | |
Fri 26th Mar to Sun 28th Mar | Centering Prayer Retreat, Ludlow Join this weekend retreat as we explore Centering Prayer as a path of waking up to our pre-existing oneness with God. Pricing includes a two-nights stay (hotel style with linens), six meals, and course tuition. Check-in is Friday from 3-5 pm in Groves Lodge; check out is after lunch on Sunday. Register online, print and mail the registration form, or call to register at (814) 945-6512 For more information visit: www.olmstedmanor.org/c......html Olmsted Manor Retreat Center, 17 E Main St, Ludlow, PA 16333 | |
Sat 27th Mar | Easter Egg Hunt at the Fairgrounds, East Smethport Calling all kids from 0-10 years old! Sat. March 27, 2021, at 11 am, the McKean County Fair is holding an Easter Egg Hunt at the Fairgrounds in East Smethport, PA. Please bring a basket or bag to collect your eggs. A special guest-Mr. Easter Bunny will be on-site for photos. Prizes for each age group! See you there!! For more information call Denise Hale 814-598-1026 or Kristina Francis 814-596-2011 McKean County Fairgrounds, East Smethport, PA 16730 | |
Sat 3rd Apr | Adult Easter Egg Hunt, Kane Adult Easter Egg Hunt! April 3, 2021, at 1 pm, at Flickerwood Wine Cellars. All participants need to reserve a spot, so please call 814-837-7566 to save yours. The cost is $5 to hunt for eggs which will be filled with discounts, drink specials, food specials, gift items, gift cards, candy, freebies, and zonks! For more information call (814) 837-7566 or visit www.flickerwood.com/ Flickerwood Wine Cellars and Cocktail Lounge, 309 Flickerwood Rd, Kane, PA 16735 | |
Sat 3rd Apr | Statewide Trout Fishing Opener, PA TROUT SEASON - 2021STATEWIDE OPENING DAYPennsylvania | |
Sun 4th Apr 6:30 am 7:30 am | Early Rise Walk, Mt. Jewett Stop down to the Kinzua Bridge State Park to stroll out on the "Skywalk" to watch the sunrise. Reflect on the beauty of the Kinzua Creek Valley and the Kinzua Gorge. This is a special event and the building will be open early to participants after the walk. As with all programs, you must wear a mask and practice social distancing. For more information please call: 814-778-5467 or visit www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateP......aspx Kinzua Bridge State Park, 296 Viaduct Rd, Mt Jewett, PA 16740 | |
