Upcoming Events

Allegheny National Forest Visitors Bureau
Fri 25th Feb
to Sun 27th Feb
Centering Prayer Retreat, Olmsted
You are invited to this sacred time away to focus on your own spiritual journey, be enriched by the witness of others, and be guided toward a deeper awareness of God. Our retreat leader, Samantha E. Lioi, will lead us to investigate our deepest desires, from an Ignatian perspective, discerning what gives us and the world around us life. At Olmsted, you will find a quiet place to refresh, reflect, and discover renewed spiritual direction. All are welcome to come away and enjoy all that an Olmsted retreat has to offer. 
For more information call 814-945-6512
Or visit 
www.olmstedmanor.org/c......html
Olmsted Manor Retreat Center, 17 E Main St, Ludlow, PA 16333
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Sat 26th Feb
10:00 am
11:00 am
Winter Snowshoe/Hike at Pfeiffer
To reserve snowshoes, email naturalist@pfeiffernaturecenter.org or call the office at 716-933-0187 and leave your name, phone number, style of snowshoe, whether they are for a child or adult, and the quantity you would like to borrow. Children’s snowshoes are best suited for ages 12 and up. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. We will get back to you to confirm your request. This hike will take place at the Lillibridge Preserve, 1974 Lillibridge Rd., Portville NY. This program is free to the public but will be canceled if we are experiencing extreme weather conditions. If the weather appears questionable, check the main page of our website at www.pfeiffernaturecenter.org for a cancellation notice.
Pfeiffer Nature Center Lillibridge Property, 1974 Lillibridge Rd, Portville, NY 14770
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Sun 27th Feb
12:00 pm
1:00 pm
Worry-Free Walk, Mt. Jewett
Try something new by joining us for astress-free walk around the main park area! Relax and look and listen tonature! Meet in the overflow parking lot.
For more information call 814-778-5467
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www.dcnr.state.pa.us

Kinzua Bridge State Park, 296 Viaduct Rd, Mt Jewett, PA 16740
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Sat 5th Mar
10:00 am
11:00 am
Animal track Identification, Portville, NY
 This nature walk will be held regardless of snow cover and will take place at the Lillibridge Preserve, 1974 Lillibridge Rd., Portville.  Fee: Free for members, $5 for non-members, and free for children 13 and under.  Minors must be accompanied by an adult.  Registration is required by Thursday, March 3rd.  To register, please e-mail naturalist@pfeiffernaturecenter.org or call Pfeiffer Nature Center Administration Office        716-933-0187.  This program will be canceled if the weather is poor.  If the weather appears questionable, look for a cancellation notice on our website home page.  
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Pfeiffer Nature Center Lillibridge Property, 1974 Lillibridge Rd, Portville, NY 14770
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Sat 5th Mar
2:00 pm
3:00 pm
Elk Basica, Benezette

New to learning aboutelk, join the staff for the basic breakdown as we learn about elk history, elk ecology, and elk behavior. Are you a seasoned “Elkspert?” We bet you’ll learn somethingnew too! :For more information call 814-787-5167

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Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821
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Sat 5th Mar
4:30 pm
6:30 pm
Beer & Wine Festival, Bradford
The Bradford Chamber is hosting the Annual Beer & Wine Festival. Space will be limited to 50 people in the Gym & 50 in the Cafeteria. Tickets are 1 for $30 or 2 for $55. There will be an uber driver on stand-by. 
For more information call 814-368-7115
or visit
www.bradfordareachambe.....endar
Saint Bernard Elementary School, 95 E. Corydon Street, Bradford, PA 16701
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Sun 6th Mar
2:00 pm
3:00 pm
PA Hibernators, Benezette

Hibernation is animportant process that some animals need to survive the winter. Learn abouthibernation and what animals in Pennsylvania are true hibernators- there areonly a few and they may surprise you! For more information call 814-787-5167

Or visit

elkcountryvisitorcenter.com/

Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821
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Sat 12th Mar
Quizzo Night, Kane
Please make reservations. $5.00 / person
Call 814-837-7566 to register
your team. (No more than 6 people per team.)
Flickerwood Wine Cellars and Cocktail Lounge, 309 Flickerwood Rd, Kane, PA 16735
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Sat 12th Mar
11:00 am
1:00 pm
Baby Lambs, Bradford
It is that time of year! The Sun-Dance-Kids-Farm has baby lambs and they will be prancing, jumping, and bouncing around the library! Come enjoy their antics and work on a craft too! See you Saturday, March 12 at 11 AM for more in-person fun! No registration is necessary.
For more information call: 814-362-6527
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Bradford Area Public Library, 67 W Washington St, Bradford, PA 16701
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Sat 12th Mar
2:00 pm
3:00 pm
Shed Hunting, Benezette

Are you curious abouthow to find shed whitetail and elk antlers? Everyone has their own method whenscouting the woods for sheds; join us here at the Elk Country Visitor Center aswe discuss some of our most effective methods. Also learn why antlers drop eachyear and the difference between antlers and horns. For more information call 814-787-5167

or visit

elkcountryvisitorcenter.com/

Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821
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Sat 12th Mar
6:30 pm
12:00 am
St. Paddy's Day Parade, Mt. Jewett
There will be live music from 8 pm - 12 am featuring Country Lines, tickets are $15 and will be sold at the door. Complimentary dessert bar, Chinese auction, and RIP tickets. Must be 21! Id Required. 
For more information call  814-778-5588
Or visit
mtjewettpa.com/
Mt. Jewett Veterans Memorial Club, 61 E Main St, Mt Jewett, PA 16740
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Sun 13th Mar
2:00 pm
3:00 pm
Story Time in Elk Country, Benezette

Do you know any youngpeople who like to learn about elk? Join our Staff as we read a children’sstory about elk around the fireplace. After the story is over, enjoy makings’mores with us as well.

For more information please call 814-787-5167

Or visit

elkcountryvisitorcenter.com/

Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821
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Wed 16th Mar
7:30 pm
9:00 pm
Charlie Schulman, Playwright & Michael Roberts, Writer, Composer, Lyricist, Bradford
Michael Roberts and Charlie Schulman will discuss the
journey of their musical, GOLDSTEIN, from the earliest
project conception to its Off-Broadway opening and
the Off-Broadway Original Cast Album. The creative
and practical aspects of writing and producing will be
discussed with a Q&A to follow. FREE to the public
For more information please call: 814-362-5113
Or visit
www.upb.pitt.edu/life-.....ckets
Bromeley Family Theater, 300 Campus Dr, Bradford, PA 16701
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Fri 18th Mar
to Sun 17th Apr
Children’s Storybook Trail at Lillibridge, Portville, NY
Read the book The Tree in the Ancient Forest on the Interpretive Trail ( Griffin’s Way– an easy, .36 mi round trip trail) as you walk through our old-growth forest.  This children’s book is an excellent way to introduce young people to the interdependence of nature and the role that trees play.  The storybook pages are held in place by our gentle giants as you pass by. See our map at the Lillibridge kiosk to find where your adventure begins.  The book will be available beginning Friday, March 18th through Sunday, April 17th.  
For more information call 716-933-0187
Or visit 
pfeiffernaturecenter.o.....ents/
Pfeiffer Nature Center Lillibridge Property, 1974 Lillibridge Rd, Portville, NY 14770, USA
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Sat 19th Mar
Cork & Crafts, Kane
Sara Jane returns to FWC to teach you how to paint a sunflower. It is $35.00 / person.
Reservations are needed so call 814-837-7566 to make them.
Flickerwood Wine Cellars and Cocktail Lounge, 309 Flickerwood Rd, Kane, PA 16735
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Sat 19th Mar
2:00 pm
3:00 pm
Maple Syruping, Benezette

Have you ever wonderedhow your maple syrup is made? Join the staff at the Elk Country Visitor Center as wewelcome local expert Mike Wittman. He will lead us through the process from sapcollection to the finished product. For more information call 814-787-5167

Or visit 

elkcountryvisitorcenter.com/

Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821
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Sun 20th Mar
to Tue 22nd Mar
Mission U, Ludlow
The event starts with dinner on Sunday, March 20, and concludes with lunch on Tuesday, March 22. Check-in is in Groves Lodge between 3 and 5 pm on Sunday. Pricing includes a two-night stay (private hotel-style room with linens), six meals, and course tuition. Discount available for those willing to select or be assigned a roommate. Please contact Olmsted for commuter rates. Register online, print and mail the registration form, or call to register at (814) 945-6512
1 Continuing Education Unit available upon request
Or visit
www.olmstedmanor.org/mini-mission-u.html
Olmsted Manor Retreat Center, 17 E Main St, Ludlow, PA 16333
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Sun 20th Mar
2:00 pm
3:00 pm
Moose Elk Caribou and Deer, Benezette

Are you curious aboutelk and their cousins? Join our staff to learn about the four North Americanmembers of the Cervidae family, their similarities and differences.

For more information call 814-787-5167

Or visit

elkcountryvisitorcenter.com/

Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821
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Sat 26th Mar
State Wide Mentored Youth Trout Day, PA
The statewide Mentored Youth Fishing Day will be held Saturday, March 26.  Youth anglers must obtain a Mentored Youth Permit or a Voluntary Youth Fishing License, and be accompanied by a licensed adult angler to participate.

Find a state park to fish  bit.ly/2FcG9IC
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Sat 26th Mar
12:00 pm
2:00 pm
Healthy Hike, Kane

Continue your NewYear’s resolution by taking a walk in the park! The General Kane Trail is easy to moderate approx. one-mile hike throughthe woods. Dress according to the weather. Meet at the General Kane Trailhead in the overflow parking lot.

For more information call (814) 778-5467

www.dcnr.state.pa.us

Kinzua Bridge State Park, 296 Viaduct Rd, Mt Jewett, PA 16740
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Sun 27th Mar
2:00 pm
3:00 pm
Opossums, Benezette

Opossums aremarsupials. What is a marsupial? We will go over the Opossums ecology too. So,come join our staff and find out more about these cool critters.

For more information call 814-787-5167

Or visit

elkcountryvisitorcenter.com/

Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821
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Sun 27th Mar
3:00 pm
5:00 pm
Ken Waldman & The Wild Ones, Bradford

Various Americana songs featuring Ken Waldman, Willi Carlisle, Snappin' Bug String Band, and The Early Mays. Free 

*Pre-Registration Required


Bromeley Family Theater, 300 Campus Dr, Bradford, PA 16701
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Tue 29th Mar
to Thu 31st Mar
Boomers and Beyond, Older Adults Retreat, Ludlow

Welcoming the young-at-heart once again to Olmsted for a time of fellowship and renewal. Olmsted offers beautiful surroundings and comfortable accommodations for the perfect time away from peers. Join them as they celebrate positivity and abundant life. Bring your old friends (pun intended) and make some new ones along the way! For more information call 814-945-6512

www.olmstedmanor.org/boomers--beyond.html

Olmsted Manor Retreat Center 17 East Main Street, Ludlow, PA 16333
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Sat 2nd Apr
11:00 am
12:00 pm
Easter Egg Hunt, Smethport
 Stop down and see the Easter Bunny and join the fun! Ages 0-10 welcome.
For more information call (814) 887-5361
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McKean County Fairgrounds, East Smethport, PA 16730
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Sat 2nd Apr
1:00 pm
2:30 pm
Earth Day Walk, Smethport
Jane Berrettini will lead the Earth Day Walk starting at the Shawmut Trailhead parking lot off Route 6 at the west end of Smethport, walking to the Old Country farm where Sandi Tunno will talk about the garden program. 
For more information call 814-887-5142
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McKean County Historical Society, 502 W King St, Smethport, PA 16749
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Sat 9th Apr
11:00 am
2:00 pm
Penn Brad Oil Museum Seasonal Open House, Bradford
Ice Cream Social 
• Make your own ice cream sundae & Have a sloppy joe
• Tour the new standard rig & vintage oilfield engines
• check out the big 28-foot wide 50th-anniversary mural
• see historical local movies with some free popcorn
• Meet the museum board members and staff
• view unique new anniversary items in our gift shop
• Free admission! (but Donations greatly appreciated)
  814-362-1955.     penn-bradoilmuseum.org/
Open April 6 through OCT 31 on Weds/Thurs/Fri 9-4 & Sat 9-2  
Penn-Brad Oil Museum, 901 South Ave, Bradford, PA 16701
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Sat 9th Apr
12:00 pm
2:00 pm
Visit the Easter Bunny, Bradford
Stop down to the Bradford Chocolate Factory and visit the Hippity Hoppity Easter Bunny. 
For more information call (814) 270-2626
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www.bradfordchocolatefactory.com/
Bradford Chocolate Factory, 72 Main St, Bradford, PA 16701
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Sat 9th Apr
2:00 pm
3:00 pm
Elk Walk & Talk, Benezette

Join a staffmember as we hike the trails around the Elk Country Visitor Center. Learn manyinteresting facts about the property and wildlife that often inhabit thesefields. We will be covering topics such as what elk eat, where they spend theirtime, and how each season brings something different.

For more information call (814)787-5173                     

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www.elkcountryvisitorcenter.com

Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821
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Sat 9th Apr
6:30 pm
8:00 pm
Dine & "Shine" with the Moonshiners, Bradford

The TusseyMountain Moonshiners honor the Bluegrass traditions of the region served up intheir own special sauce! This concert will be presented at dinner theater-style.$25 per ticket

For more information call 814-362-2522
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www.bcpac.com/current-season
St Bernard's Catholic Church, 95 E Corydon St, Bradford, PA 16701
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Sun 10th Apr
12:00 pm
1:30 pm
Elk Country Escape Room, Benezette

Escape roomsare all the rage these days and our staff has designed their own! Think youhave what it takes to escape. In this free escape room, our elk biologist MollyWerner has gone missing and we need you to help search her office for clues toher whereabouts. The program will run every half hour from 12-2 pm and is freeof charge. You can pre-register by emailing KECAConEdSp@windstream.net or bycalling 814-787-5173

Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821
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