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Sat 16th Nov 10:00 am 5:00 pm | Holiday Market, Bradford Located in the rear building at 62 Main Street in Bradford, Pa., entrance on Chambers Street. A special collection of local artisans and crafters have come together this holiday season for a unique holiday marketplace experience, offering shoppers a place to purchase one-of-a-kind, handmade, gift items for their loved ones, while supporting local creators. For more information visit www.bradfordpa.org 62 Main St, Bradford, PA 16701, USA | |
Sat 16th Nov 10:30 am 11:30 am | Amazing Life of Spiders, Pfeiffer Nature Center Join wildlife enthusiast, Barb Busack as she takes us along on a journey to learn about the fascinating life of spiders. Barb will share with attendees the adaptations that spiders have developed to be successful in the world. The goal of the program is to provide the human attendees an opportunity to develop an understanding of and an appreciation for these much maligned animals. This program is free for members, $5 for non-members and free for children 13 and under. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Register by 4 pm Thursday, Nov. 14, on the programs calendar on the Pfeiffer Nature Center website at www.pfeiffernaturecenter.org or contact the office at (716) 933-0187 Portville Free Library, 2 N Main St, Portville, NY 14770, USA | |
Sat 16th Nov 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Pennsylvania Black Bears, Benezette Join Pennsylvania Game Commission educator, Rachel Bloom, as she discusses black bears in Pennsylvania. This program will discuss habit, ecology and lifestyle of Ursus Americanus, the black bear, in Pennsylvania. For more information call the Elk Country Visitor Center at 814-787-5167. Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821, USA | |
Sun 17th Nov 1:00 pm 2:00 pm | PA White-tailed Deer, Kinzua Bridge State Park Visitor Center Discover the history and habitats of the white-tailed deer of Pennsylvania with John Dzemyan, retired PA Game Commission. Interesting talk and a display. Don't miss it! Hunters welcome. For more information call the park office at (814) 778-5467. Kinzua Bridge State Park Visitor Center Classroom, 296 Viaduct Road, Mt Jewett, PA 16740, USA | |
Sun 17th Nov 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Wild Turkeys, Benezette Thanksgiving is just around the bend and with it fall turkey season! Come learn about the unique behaviors and preferences of the wild turkey and all the neat sounds they make! For more information call the Elk Country Visitor Center at 814-787-5167. Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821, USA | |
Sun 17th Nov 7:00 pm 9:00 pm | Battle of Hurtgen Forest, Eldred WWII Museum Steve Appleby will be presenting on the Battle of Hurtgen Forest, America's longest and most costly battle of WWII where over 45,000 American troops were killed or wounded. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. - Program begins at 7 p.m. Free to the public, donations welcome. More info: 814-225-2220 info@eldredpaww2museum.com Eldred World War II Museum, 201 Main St, Eldred, PA 16731, USA | |
Mon 18th Nov 6:00 pm 7:00 pm | Lake of Betrayal, Hanley Library To mark the 55th anniversary of the building of the Kinzua Dam and observe American Heritage Month, Hanley Library and the Friends of Hanley Library will show the documentary film "Lake of Betrayal." The film will be shown in Room 162 of Swarts Hall at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford. For more information visit www.upb.pitt.edu Swarts Hall, 300 Campus Dr, Bradford, PA 16701, USA | |
Fri 22nd Nov 7:30 pm 8:30 pm | Concert for Violin, Cello & Organ, Church of the Ascension Join the Marilyn Horne Museum and Exhibit Center as they present Nicole Oswald, violin, Robert Kaufman, cello, and Adeline Angevine, organ in an evening performance at the Church of the Ascension in historic downtown Bradford, Pa. In the 1930s and early 1940s, Marilyn Horne's first public performances were part of the choir at this historic church. The museum is celebrating the recent refurbishment of the church's organ with this very special concert celebrating Marilyn Horne's beginnings in her hometown. For more information call (814) 362-7990 or visit Facebook.com/pitthornemuseum Church of the Ascension, 26 Chautauqua Pl, Bradford, PA 16701, USA | |
Sat 23rd Nov 10:00 am 5:00 pm | Holiday Market, Bradford Located in the rear building at 62 Main Street in Bradford, Pa., entrance on Chambers Street. A special collection of local artisans and crafters have come together this holiday season for a unique holiday marketplace experience, offering shoppers a place to purchase one-of-a-kind, handmade, gift items for their loved ones, while supporting local creators. For more information visit www.bradfordpa.org 62 Main St, Bradford, PA 16701, USA | |
Sat 23rd Nov 11:00 am 6:00 pm | Winter Art Market, Tri-County Arts Council Get started on your holiday shopping at the Winter Art Market, hosted by the Cattaraugus Tri-County Arts Council. Browse a vast selection of artisan wares for unique and one-of-a-kind gift items. For more information visit events.myartscouncil.net or email tina@myartscouncil.net 82 W Hetzel St, Salamanca, NY 14779, USA | |
Sat 23rd Nov 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Thanksgiving Crafts at the Elk Country Visitor Center Happy Thanksgiving! Bring the kiddos out for a fun day of festive fall crafting as they make some Thanksgiving inspired make and takes with staff at the Elk Country Visitor Center. For more information call the Elk Country Visitor Center at 814-787-5167. Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821, USA | |
Sun 24th Nov 12:00 pm 5:00 pm | Winter Art Market, Tri-County Arts Council Get started on your holiday shopping at the Winter Art Market, hosted by the Cattaraugus Tri-County Arts Council. Browse a vast selection of artisan wares for unique and one-of-a-kind gift items. For more information visit events.myartscouncil.net or email tina@myartscouncil.net 82 W Hetzel St, Salamanca, NY 14779, USA | |
Sun 24th Nov 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Story Time at the Fireside, Benezette Bring the youngsters down and enjoy cocoa and s'mores at the fireside while staff at the Elk Country Visitor Center reads a nature inspired book. For more information call the Elk Country Visitor Center at 814-787-5167. Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821, USA | |
Thu 28th Nov 6:00 pm 9:00 pm | Ladies Night, Olean, NY Do you need a night out? Plan for a Ladies Night Out the last Thursday of every month. ! Prizes, wine and spoon tastings in The Point, live music from Ade Adu, 50% off our specialty drink menu 25% off all other drinks and much more!! For more information please call: 716-379-8210 or visit: www.gtofood.com Good Times of Olean, 800R East State Street, Olean, NY 14760 | |
Fri 29th Nov 10:00 am to Sat 30th Nov 9:00 pm | Flickerwood Wine Cellars Holiday Open House Join the staff of Flickerwood Wine Cellars for their annual Holiday Open House for discounted holiday items and wine accessories - and of course wine. During the event enjoy mulled wine, holiday treats and buy 1 get 1 free wine tastings. For more information call (814) 837-7566 or visit www.flickerwood.com Flickerwood Wine Cellars, 309 Flickerwood Rd, Kane, PA 16735, USA | |
Fri 29th Nov 6:00 pm 8:00 pm | Light Up The Night, Smethport Join the Smethport Area Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the holiday season during the Light up the Night celebration with a huge Christmas tree and fun holiday decorations in downtown Smethport. Head over to St. Elizabeth Catholic Church hall to visit with Mr. & Mrs. Claus, enjoy fun activities, snacks and live musical entertainment. For more information about this event visit www.smethportareachamberofcommerce.org West Main Street, W Main St, Smethport, PA 16749, USA | |
Sat 30th Nov | Shop Small Saturday, Bradford, PA Shop Local! Enjoy special deals from our wonderful hometown merchants and participate in our first ever "Cookie Crawl." After a day of shopping, grab a ticket & enjoy "All She Wants for Christmas" a Dinner Theater Show by Enchante Cabaret at the Afterwards Club. For more information visit www.bradfordpa.org Downtown, Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Sat 30th Nov 10:00 am 5:00 pm | Holiday Market, Bradford Located in the rear building at 62 Main Street in Bradford, Pa., entrance on Chambers Street. A special collection of local artisans and crafters have come together this holiday season for a unique holiday marketplace experience, offering shoppers a place to purchase one-of-a-kind, handmade, gift items for their loved ones, while supporting local creators. For more information visit www.bradfordpa.org 62 Main St, Bradford, PA 16701, USA | |
Sat 30th Nov 10:00 am 6:00 pm | KQDC Deer Check Station Each hunter that brings a deer to the Timberdoodle Flats Check Station of the Kinzua Quality Deer Cooperative (KQDC) during the 2019 firearms deer season will receive a raffle ticket for a new deer rifle and a blaze orange KQDC hat, while supplies last. For more information visit Facebook.com/TheKQDC Route 59 at the Timberdoodle Flats Wildlife Area across from the former Warehouse and Harrison Grille Restaurants, near Route 321 North | |
Sat 30th Nov 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | White-tailed Deer, Benezette It's the first day of rifle season for white-tailed deer! Curious about what draws so many into the woods for this day? Join staff at the Elk Country Visitor Center to learn about Elk's little cousin and some similarities and differences between the two! For more information call the Elk Country Visitor Center at 814-787-5167. Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821, USA | |
Sat 30th Nov 5:30 pm 9:00 pm | Holiday Musical Dinner Theater, Beefeaters It's Christmas Eve and Mrs. Claus is home with the elves awaiting the return of Santa. While baking her famous cookies, she reminisces about all of the things that make this season her favorite, performed by Enchante Cabaret Musical. Enjoy the show while feasting on an all-you-can-eat Steak and Seafood buffet. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for cash bar and appetizers with the buffet beginning at 6 p.m. Show begins at 7 p.m. Tickets cost $49.95 and are limited. For more information call (814) 362-9717 or visit Facebook.com/BeefeatersBradford Afterwords Club, downstairs Beefeaters, 27 Congress Street, Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Sun 1st Dec 11:00 am 4:00 pm | Museum Store Sunday, Marilyn Horne Museum and Exhibit Center Join the Marilyn Horne Museum and Exhibit Center, as they celebrate the biggest shopping day of the year for museums and cultural institutions around the world. Everything in the museum shop will be 20% off and there will be special surprises and giveaways for all who visit! For more information call (814) 362-7990 or visit Facebook.com/pitthornemuseum The Marilyn Horne Museum and Exhibit Center, 2 Marilyn Horne Way, Bradford, PA 16701, USA | |
Sun 1st Dec 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Elk, Moose, Caribou and Deer, Benezette Are you curious about elk and their cousins? Join the staff of the Elk Country Visitor Center to learn about the four North American members of the Cervidae family, their similarities and differences. For more information call the Elk Country Visitor Center at 814-787-5167. Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821, USA | |
Sun 1st Dec 3:00 pm 8:00 pm | Olmsted Manor Christmas Open House, Ludlow Come sit next to a crackling fire with hot cocoa and celebrate the Christmas season while enjoying gorgeous decorations. This event is a laid-back celebration with live musical entertainment, refreshments and lots of conversation hosted in both the historic manor house and Groves Lodge retreat center. This event is free, family-friendly and open to the community. For more information visit Olstedmanor.org, call (814) 945-6512 or email info@olmstedmanor.org. Olmsted Manor Retreat Center, 17 E Main St, Ludlow, PA 16333, USA | |
Sun 1st Dec 7:30 pm 10:00 pm | Ernie Haase & Signature Sound present "A Jazzy Little Christmas," BCPAC Ernie Haase is a Grammy Nominated recording artist. This show will combine classic holiday tunes and sacred seasonal songs all presented with a live three-piece jazz band. Since its formation in 2003, Ernie Haase has built Signature Sound into one of the most popular and beloved quartets in all of Southern Gospel Music. Tickets cost $35. For more information visit www.bcpac.com or call (814) 362-2522. Bromeley Family Theater at the University of Pittsburgh, Bradford, PA 16701, USA | |
Mon 2nd Dec 10:00 am 6:00 pm | KQDC Deer Check Station Each hunter that brings a deer to the Timberdoodle Flats Check Station of the Kinzua Quality Deer Cooperative (KQDC) during the 2019 firearms deer season will receive a raffle ticket for a new deer rifle and a blaze orange KQDC hat, while supplies last. For more information visit Facebook.com/TheKQDC Route 59 at the Timberdoodle Flats Wildlife Area across from the former Warehouse and Harrison Grille Restaurants, near Route 321 North | |
Tue 3rd Dec 12:00 pm 1:00 pm | Vocal Arts Ensemble, Holiday Concert, Pitt-Bradford Arts Directed by Dr. Joshua Groffman this Holiday Concert features student vocalists who perform programs that include seasonal favorites, traditional works and contemporary compositions. For more information call (814) 362-5113 or visit UPB.Pitt.edu/TheArts. Blaisdell Hall, 300 Campus Drive, Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Wed 4th Dec 6:00 pm 8:00 pm | Visit with Santa at his Cottage, Olean, NY Come visit Santa and Mrs. Claus at their cottage. For more information please call: 716-372-4433 Or visit: www.oleanny.com Lincoln Park, East State Street, Olean, NY 14760 | |
Fri 6th Dec 12:00 pm 1:00 pm | Garret F. Martin Organ Recital - Pitt-Bradford Arts Martin will perform his 10th Annual Music for the Advent and Christmas Season recital. He serves as Organist and Director of Music at Buffalo's historic Westminster Presbyterian Church. This event is free and open to the public. For more information call (814) 362-5113 or visit UPB.Pitt.edu/TheArts. Harriet B. Wick Chapel, 300 Campus Drive, Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Fri 6th Dec 6:00 pm 7:00 pm | Cruisin' Into Christmas Parade in Bradford Enjoy the holiday magic when Main Street in Bradford starts to shine just in time for the parade featuring antique and historic cars, local floats, old-fashioned carriage rides and of course the ever popular St. Nick. For more information please call: 814-368-7115 www.bradfordchamber.com Main Street in Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Sat 7th Dec 10:00 am 5:00 pm | Holiday Market, Bradford Located in the rear building at 62 Main Street in Bradford, Pa., entrance on Chambers Street. A special collection of local artisans and crafters have come together this holiday season for a unique holiday marketplace experience, offering shoppers a place to purchase one-of-a-kind, handmade, gift items for their loved ones, while supporting local creators. For more information visit www.bradfordpa.org 62 Main St, Bradford, PA 16701, USA | |
Sat 7th Dec 10:00 am 6:00 pm | KQDC Deer Check Station Each hunter that brings a deer to the Timberdoodle Flats Check Station of the Kinzua Quality Deer Cooperative (KQDC) during the 2019 firearms deer season will receive a raffle ticket for a new deer rifle and a blaze orange KQDC hat, while supplies last. For more information visit Facebook.com/TheKQDC Route 59 at the Timberdoodle Flats Wildlife Area across from the former Warehouse and Harrison Grille Restaurants, near Route 321 North | |
Sat 7th Dec 10:30 am 12:00 pm | Pfeiffer's Annual Holiday Nature Crafts for Kids, Pfeiffer Nature Center Come have a great time with staff of the Pfeiffer Nature Center at the nature craft table in the Portville Library. All ages will enjoy creating these fun crafts using items which come directly from nature herself. Santa Claus will be visiting and there will be lots of other library craft activities going on too! This activity is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is not required. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. For more information contact Pfeiffer Nature Center Administration Office at (716) 933-0187 or visit www.pfeiffernaturecenter.org Portville Free Library, 2 N Main St, Portville, NY 14770, USA | |
Sat 7th Dec 12:00 pm 2:00 pm | It's for the Birds - Pine Cone Bird Feeders Make & Take, Kinzua Bridge State Park Stop by the Kinzua Bridge State Park Visitor Center Classroom to learn a little about our winter feeder birds. Then make your own pine cone bird feeder and take it home with you! It's a great way to get your children interested in the outdoors during winter! Meet in the Visitor Center Classroom. Binoculars will be available to use to admire the bird feeder birds from the lobby. For more information call (814) 778-5467 or email kinzuabridgesp@pa.gov. Kinzua Bridge State Park, 296 Viaduct Road, Mt Jewett, PA 16740, USA | |
Sat 7th Dec 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Living with Snakes, Benezette Snakes are an animal people seem to love or hate, but regardless of which category folk's fall into they are curious about them. Join the staff of the Elk Country Visitor Center to have all your snake questions answered and meet the live snakes they have at the center. For more information call the Elk Country Visitor Center at 814-787-5167. Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821, USA | |
Sat 7th Dec 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Forest Bathing - Moving Meditation, Pfeiffer Nature Center Forest bathing, also known in Japanese culture as "taking in the forest atmosphere," is a moving meditation surrounded by nature. Engage your senses with Jessie Lampack Slattery a locally registered yoga instructor. This program is open all ages. This program is outdoors, so dress appropriately for cold weather. Cost is $5 per person. In the event of freezing rain or extreme temperatures the program will be moved to December 14th from 2 to 3 pm. For more information visit pfeiffernaturecenter.org/nature-blog/ Pfeiffer Nature Center Lillibridge Property, 1974 Lillibridge Rd, Portville, NY 14770, USA | |
Sun 8th Dec 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Pennsylvania Furbearers, Benezette Pennsylvania has a long list of furbearers whose pelts made a large impact on the lives of trappers and settlers. Join the staff of the Elk Country Visitor Center to learn all about these curious creatures and their behaviors. For more information call the Elk Country Visitor Center at 814-787-5167. Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821, USA | |
Sun 8th Dec 3:00 pm 8:00 pm | Olmsted Manor Christmas Open House, Ludlow Come sit next to a crackling fire with hot cocoa and celebrate the Christmas season while enjoying gorgeous decorations. This event is a laid-back celebration with live musical entertainment, refreshments and lots of conversation hosted in both the historic manor house and Groves Lodge retreat center. This event is free, family-friendly and open to the community. For more information visit Olstedmanor.org, call (814) 945-6512 or email info@olmstedmanor.org. Olmsted Manor Retreat Center, 17 E Main St, Ludlow, PA 16333, USA | |
Mon 9th Dec | Santa Nights, Bradford Get a picture with Santa Claus at Wright's Music Shed! For more information visit www.bradfordpa. Wright's Music Shed, 80 Main St, Bradford, PA 16701, USA | |
Wed 11th Dec 6:00 pm 8:00 pm | Visit with Santa at his Cottage, Olean, NY Come visit Santa and Mrs. Claus at their cottage. For more information please call: 716-372-4433 Or visit: www.oleanny.com Lincoln Park, East State Street, Olean, NY 14760 | |
Sat 14th Dec 8:00 am 3:00 pm | Old Fashioned Christmas, Downtown Bradford Have breakfast with Santa at Beefeaters, catch "The Polar Express" free of charge at the Main Street Movie House, build a Gingerbread Man at Little Fabric Garden, visit "Storyland" at On The Side Books and enjoy Horse Carriage Rides & Ice Skating on Main Street. Plus discounts from many of our retailers. For more information visit www.bradfordpa.org Downtown Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Sat 14th Dec 10:00 am 5:00 pm | Holiday Market, Bradford Located in the rear building at 62 Main Street in Bradford, Pa., entrance on Chambers Street. A special collection of local artisans and crafters have come together this holiday season for a unique holiday marketplace experience, offering shoppers a place to purchase one-of-a-kind, handmade, gift items for their loved ones, while supporting local creators. For more information visit www.bradfordpa.org 62 Main St, Bradford, PA 16701, USA | |
Sat 14th Dec 10:00 am 4:00 pm | Holiday Craft & Vendor Market, Smethport Finish up your holiday shopping at this market with over 100 vendors. Enjoy a Chinese Auction, Soups On, Weebulls Pickles, What's Poppin' NY, Finger Lakes Fudge Company, God's Country Creamery and Backdraft BBQ. There will be a wrapping station. Stuff your own stuffed animal at the Stuffing Station.Take photos with Santa from 11 am to 2 pm. Have your caricature drawn by artist Eric Jones from 11 am to 2 pm. This event is FREE, family friendly and open to public attendance. For more information contact the Smethport Area School District at (814) 887-5543 or visit www.smethportschools.com. Smethport Area Elementary School, 412 S Mechanic St, Smethport, PA 16749, USA | |
Sat 14th Dec 11:00 am 4:00 pm | Dickens Christmas at Horne Hall, Bradford The members of the American Caroling Company will make the magic of the Christmas season come alive while you sip warm apple cider and enjoy old-fashioned gingerbread cookies. Shop a unique selection of artisan vendors and an assortment of Victorian-themed items in Marilyn Horne Museum’s shop. For more information call 814-362-7990 or visit www.marilynhorne.org. The Marilyn Horne Museum and Exhibit Center, 2 Marilyn Horne Way, Bradford, PA 16701, USA | |
Sat 14th Dec 12:00 pm 3:00 pm | Model Train Day, Kinzua Bridge State Park Visitor Center Hear Scott Morgan and members of the Kane Model Railroad Club talk about the history and the importance of the railroads in our area during the time the Kinzua Bridge was built. The club will be setting up several stations sure to entice kids, as well as adults. For more information contact Kinzua Bridge State Park Complex Office at (814) 778-5467 or email kinzuabridgesp@pa.gov. Visit DCNR's website directly at www.dcnr.pa.gov. Kinzua Bridge State Park Visitor Center Classroom, 296 Viaduct Road, Mt Jewett, PA 16740, USA | |
Sat 14th Dec 12:00 pm 4:00 pm | Santa in the Shay, Ulysses, PA Santa will be in the cab of the Pennsylvania Lumber Museum’s Shay locomotive to listen to your holiday requests. Take an instant pic with St. Nick, and make a special ornament for your tree. Cookies and hot cocoa will be served in the museum program room and shop a holiday bazaar of local artisans. More info: (814) 435-2652 lumbermuseum.org/events/ Pennsylvania Lumber Museum, 5660 US-6, Galeton, PA 16922, USA | |
Sat 14th Dec 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Elk Explanations, Benezette Elk are interesting animals. Do you have questions about these large mammals? Then bring your questions and join the staff of the Elk Country Visitor Center as they explain all about the elk's mysteries. For more information call the Elk Country Visitor Center at 814-787-5167. Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821, USA | |
Sat 14th Dec 4:00 pm 8:00 pm | Winter Wine Walk, Bradford PA Participants will receive a complimentary wine glass, and the chance to explore Historic Downtown Bradford while sampling unique wines from a variety of local wineries. Enjoy live music and complimentary hors-d'oeuvres. Porter Service available for both wine & store merchandise. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 day of. For more information visit www.facebook.com/bradfordwinewalk/ Bradford, PA 16701, USA | |
Sun 15th Dec 12:00 pm 2:00 pm | Elk Country Escape Room, Benezette Escape rooms are all the rage these days and the staff of the Elk Country Visitor Center has designed their own! Think you have what it takes to escape? In this FREE escape room the elk biologist Molly Werner has gone missing and needs you to help search her office for clues to her whereabouts. The program will run every half hour from noon until 2 p.m. and is free of charge. Pre-register by emailing KECAConEdSp@windstream.net or by calling (814) 787-5173. Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821, USA | |
Mon 16th Dec | Santa Nights, Bradford Get a picture with Santa Claus at Wright's Music Shed! For more information visit www.bradfordpa. Wright's Music Shed, 80 Main St, Bradford, PA 16701, USA |