What's going on in and around Somerset County through the end of June? (2024)

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What's going on in and around Somerset County through the end of June? (1)
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Strawberry Festival

The Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, 3093 Glades Pike, Somerset, Strawberry Festival and chicken barbecue is June 21, starting at 4 p.m. until sold out. Chicken barbecue dinner includes½barbecue chicken, baked beans, potato salad, choice of strawberry pie or strawberry shortcake. Drive thru only. Pre-orders can be submitted to Andi Cole at 814-483-0369.

WalkWorks Wednesdays

The Recreation Economic Committee (REC) of the Cambria Regional Chamber, in partnership with the 1889 Jefferson Center for Population Health, is bringing WalkWorks Wednesdays back to Downtown Johnstown at noon on Wednesdays, through June 21. The walking group will meet near the Cambria County Library, corner of Main and Walnut streets, and will follow a predetermined route. Anyone living, working, or visiting downtown Johnstown is welcome to join this informal walking group. It will provide a great opportunity for participants to get exercise, meet new people and share ideas. Johnstown’s WalkWorks route encompasses 1.8 miles and includes many scenic and historic sites in the city, including the Stone Bridge, the Johnstown Flood Museum, and the Iron to Arts Corridor. There is also a shorter 1-mile option. WalkWorks signs pepper the city streets to keep walkers on the correct route.

Farmers Market

The Windber Municipal Authority Farmers Market runs from 4-8 p.m. every Wednesday, through Aug. 30, at Windber Recreation Park, 160 Recreation Road, Windber. The Fall Market is from 4-7 p.m. Sept. 20. For more information check out www.windberrec.com or call 814-467-6696.

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Coffee House Series

The Community Arts Center of Cambria County (CACCC) 8thseason of the Coffee House Series outdoors on CACCC’s Amphitheatre or indoors in the main space gallery of the Goldhaber-Fend Fine Arts Center building.Coffees, teas and baked goods for purchase during the event. All Coffee Houses start at 7 p.m. and run until 8:30 p.m. June 22: Midnight Graffiti; July 6: Tim Dabbs.

19thannual Wheels & Wings

Ebensburg is gearing up for the 19th annual “Wheels & Wings” June 22, in Historic Downtown Ebensburg. This car, truck, and motorcycle show, held in conjunction with Johnstown’s Thunder in the Valley motorcycle rally, will be combined with a wing-off between local restaurants and vendors.Live music entertainment from 6-9:30 p.m. by local rock band Giants of Science, at the intersection of Center and Sample streets. Vehicle registration will begin at 4:30 p.m. on the day of the event only. Only the first 250 vehicles will be registered, and the first 100 registrants will receive a "Wheels & Wings" dash plaque sponsored by Roundhouse Harley-Davidson. Registration vehicles will enter at the corner of Caroline and High streets. This year, vehicles will once again be judged by classes but there will only be one winner per class. There will be three bike classes; Sport Bike, Cruisers & Custom Bikes; five car classes: Pre-50s, 50s, 60s, 70s, Post-80s, and a truck class. A panel of judges will award trophies to one “Best in Class” winner in each class, and a plaque to the overall “Best of Show” award winner to one car, one truck and one motorcycle. The awards will be announced at 8:30 pm from the entertainment area. Food vendors will be lined up along W. Sample Street serving up their best wings from 5–10 p.m. while competing for the title of “Best Wings!” Additional awards will be given out for “Best Hot Wings,” “Best Sweet & Spicy Wings” and “Most Creative Recipe.” Other items for sale will include fresh-cut fries, brisket, smoked ribs, hot and sweet Italian sausage, pulled pork, halushki, wood-fired pizza, Philly cheesesteak, chicken fingers, burgers, hot dogs, mac n’ cheese and much more. New this year, we will have two local distilleries onsite – Excise Distillery and Moonshine Mine Distillery. First Student will be running a free shuttle between BikeFest at the American Legion Fairgrounds and Downtown Ebensburg from 5:30-10:30 p.m. For more information, visitwww.ebensburgwheels.comor call 814-472-8414.

2023 SummerQuest

The Mary S. Biesecker Public Library 2023 SummerQuest summer learning program. Annual outdoor story times 10 a.m., at the Union Street Playground. The stories are designed for toddlers, preschoolers and students grades K-2 and will be held on June 27, July 11 and 18. Baby Rhyme Time for children under 2 years old. In case of inclement weather, relocate to the library. The Penn State Master Gardeners of Somerset County Budding Gardeners program gardening workshops for children from grades K-5, Thursdays in June (June 22 and 29) at 10 a.m. at the Biesecker Library. This year, the gardeners will host classes on butterflies, creating a butterfly habitat, container gardening and bees. Space is limited, so sign up as soon as possible. As a participant in the Summer Youth Cafe Program, free lunch will be served from 11 a.m. to noon on Tuesdays through July 18, along with at the Budding Gardeners events on Thursdays in June, at the Union Street Playground. Lunches are provided by the Summer Food Service Program of the Pittsburgh Food Bank. Sign up in advance so that an appropriate amount of lunches can be prepared. Older children and teens are invited to take part in the Summer Learning program through July 25. Grades 3-5 can register at the library and pick up a reading bingo card. If completed by July 25, return it to the library for a free book. Grades 6-12 can read at least two books and write two teen book reviews in order to be eligible for a free book. For anyone who’d prefer to keep track of books online, sign up online to create an account on Beanstack. Read and complete the online activities to be eligible for a free book. Pick up a Badge Book at the library. Sign up for programs, online at maryslibrary.com, call 814-445-4011 or register in person at the library.

Levitt AMP Cumberland Music Series

The Allegany Arts Council lineup for the 2023 Levitt AMP Cumberland Music Series on the Festival Grounds at Canal Place at 6:30 p.m. each Thursday, through Aug. 3, performances will be family-friendly and attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, picnic blankets, and food and beverages to enjoy the show. Concerts are free. The concert schedule is: June 22: Incendio; June 29: Driftwood; July 6: TBD; July 13: Special EFX featuring Chieli Minucci; July 20: Six One Five Collective; July 27: Morgan James; Aug. 3: Jessica Lynn.

Wings-n-Waves

Wings-n-Waves at the Windber Recreation Park, sponsored by the Windber Municipal Authority. Three local restaurants and bars compete head to head each week 6-10 p.m. Thursdays to crown the 2023 Wings-n-Waves Champions. Enjoy a night swim in the lighted pool. The best bands playing on the outdoor stage. Enjoy cold beverages, wings, fresh cut fries and vote for your favorite wings. June 22: Mel's Restaurant and Bar, Windber Moose, Polish Falcons. Music by Velveeta. June 29: Castle Pub, J.R.'s Sports Den, Johnstown Inn. Music by Giants of Science. July 6: Popular vote winners from the first three weeks. Music by Shallow 9. July 13: Celebrity vote winners from the first three weeks. Music by Ground Zero.

Grantsville Days

Grantsville Days 2023 is June 23-25. Sponsored by the Grantsville Lions Club, Grantsville, Maryland.

Photo contest

Somerset Parks and Recreation Board 2023 photo contest. The theme is "Explore the Beauty of Somerset County Parks and Trails." All proceeds go toward the construction and maintenance of the trail systems. Winners will be announced by June 23. First place prize is $140; second place $125; third place $75 and People's Choice Prize is $50 value. Contact Lindsay Baer, 300 North Center Ave., Suite 540, Somerset, or email baerl@co.somerset.pa.us, or mmarchewka@somersettrust.com, or call 814-445-1572.

Family field day

Free family field day at Laurel Hill State Park, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 23. Mountain Watershed Association and Laurel Hill State Park rangers offering for families a time to enjoy the day together outside. Activities include: snorkeling, boating, fishing, exploration hikes, arts and crafts and education programs. Equipment and supplies provided. Lunch is not provided so bring bagged lunch or visit the Laurel Hill concession stand. Dress for the weather and the water. Bring sunscreen and reusable water bottle. Pickup locations include in Somerset at 9 a.m. at Giant Eagle, 1606 N. Center Ave. Buses leave LHSP at 3 p.m. to return to respective pick up sites at 4 p.m. All participants must sign up at the ticket link of the park website.

Mountain Movie Night

The Laurel Hill Campground Amphitheater movie night under the stars, 9 p.m. June 23. Movie feature is Night at the Museum. Entry is free. For more information, call the Laurel Hill Visitor Center at 814-352-8649.

Electronics collection

Somerset County Recycling is hosting a free electronics collection event 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 24, at 4192 Glades Pike, Somerset (Giant Eagle). This drop off collection event with JVS Environmental is open to all county residents. Accepted electronics include televisions, printers, computers, monitors, laptops, cell phones withno cost associated. The following materials will not be accepted: any liquid, household appliances, loose batteries, or materials that would adversely impact operations or result in environmental health problems.Contact Somerset County Recycling by phone at 814-445-1544 with any questions.

Country Gardens Tour

The Mountain Laurel Garden Club Country Gardens Tour 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 24, rain or shine, no pets. The tour features two gardens in the Paradise Point area of Deep Creek Lake, a fern and hosta garden in Mountain Lake Park, and a flower farm off Gorman Road, Route 560. The Habitat for Humanity Committee will have a display on the club’s ongoing work to plan and create native plant gardens at Habitat homes in Hopeland Village. The UMD Extension service and Garrett County Master Gardeners will also have information on local gardening. The tour is also featuring “Wildings Flower Farm,” a working flower farm off Gorman Road owned by Will and Lisa Riley. Visit www.MountainLaurelGardenClub.com for more information on the garden tour. Tickets to the Country Gardens Tour are available from the club’s website, MLGC members, and the following local businesses: Firefly Farms, Mosser Meadow Nurseries, and Green Acres. Tickets may also be purchased at each of the gardens on the day of the tour. Proceeds from the garden tour will be used by MLGC for the continued beautification of our communities and to encourage gardening and sound conservation practices through club activities and programs. The club offers an annual $1,000 scholarship through the Garrett College Foundation and partners with local organizations in support of youth environmental education and civic beautification.

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Summer Youth cafe

Healthy and free meals for all youth, ages 18 and under closed July 4, noon to 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, through Aug. 22, at the Meyersdale Fuller Playground, 275 Grant St., Meyersdale; breakfast 8:30-9:30 a.m. and lunch 11 a.m. to noon, Monday through Thursday, June 5-29, July 10-Aug. 3, at Windber Area High School, 2301 Graham Ave., Windber. No cost or sign-up required. Grab and Go meals ― multiple days of breakfast and lunch included. For information on additional sites throughout the county, go to pittsburghfoodbank.org/summer, call 2-1-1 or text "FOOD" to 304-304.

Johnstown Farmers Market

The City of Johnstown, 1st Summit Bank, 1889 Jefferson Center for Population Health, United Way of the Laurel Highlands, Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank Farmers Market in Central Park, Johnstown, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Friday, through Sept. 29, except June 23. Night market once a month, every second Thursday through September. Live entertainment will be featured at all night markets. Access to locally sourced produce, artisan made goods and ready to eat foods. The SNAP program will be part of this market season.

Picnic with the Elephants

Food and refreshments, raffles, crafts and games, and tractor tour of the elephant areas are all on the agenda for the Picnic with the Elephants, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 15. Each participant will have the opportunity to be part of a tractor tour around the elephant grazing areas hosted by the International Conservation Center staff. Chances to win an original painting by Jackson the elephant. Buy session ticket at Somerset-county-foundation.square.site. Tickets are available only online and will not be sold at the gate. Limited quantity available. The event will be held rain or shine. All proceeds benefit the Somerset County Foundation.

Springs Farmers' Market

Visit Spring Farmers' Market, 1711 Springs Road, Springs, Saturdays, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Sept. 23. Produce, antiques, flea market, flowers. Folk Festival is 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 6-7. Handmade gifts, music, Pennsylvania Dutch foods, demonstrations. A celebration of the arts, skills and labors of our forefathers. 814-662-2625. springspa.org.

SoCo Farmers Market

SoCo Farmers Market at 243 W. Main St., Somerset. Runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 21.

Pittsburgh Zoo Safari

Somerset County's 15th annual Pittsburgh Zoo Safari is 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. July 20. Wristbands available starting June 19, while supplies last. Wristbands available at: Somerset County Chamber of Commerce, 601 N. Center Ave., Somerset, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday; Somerset Trust Co. lobby only of Somerset County branches only ― Berlin, Boswell, Confluence, Glades Pike, Hooversville, Main office, Meyersdale, Meyersdale Southside, Somerset Plaza and Somerset WalMart.

Springs Museum

Relive the life and times of the area’s early settlers at the Springs Museum, 1711 Springs Road, Springs.The Springs Museum will be open for the season with new exhibits which will be continually changing all season, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, through October. Donation basis. Adjacent to the Springs Farmers’ Market.www.springspa.org. Sponsored by the Springs Historical Society,814-662-2625.

Wetlands workshop

Somerset Lake Nature Park (SLNP) at the Mike Ohler Pavilion near the north end of the lake.Somerset County Conservancy and Somerset Lake Action Committee (SLAC) June 25:1 p.m., Fern Walk, at KRNA, hosted by Scott. July 8:8 p.m., Nocturnal Nature Hike, at KRNA, hosted by Aaron. July 23, 30 or Aug. 6: Wetlands/AMD Walk, at Mallards Rest, hosted by Bob. Aug. 27: 8:30 p.m., Star Party, hosted by Scott, location TBD (Menser or Bastian Farm). September 2023: Membership Picnic. September 2023: Mushroom Walk. October 2023: Campfire, storytelling, history of things that once were. December 2023: Annual Meeting and Dinner

Meyersdale GBC VBS

Meyersdale Grace Brethren Church, 112 Beachley St., Meyersdale, 814-634-5980, www.meyersdalegrace.org, Vacation Bible School is 9-11 a.m. June 26-30, for pre-K through sixth grade children. The theme this year is "Stompers and Chompers," a dinosaur theme where they will be emphasizing faith, Bible stories and the Gospel through daily lessons, crafts, games and snacks.

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Windber VBS

HayDay Growing in Friendship with Jesus Vacation Bible School is 6-8 p.m. June 26-30, at Life Church, 107 Bantley Place, Windber. Register at the church or on the Facebook page. The first 70 to sign up will receive a cowboy hat and bandana.

Eco-Art Day Camps

Confluence Creative Arts Center Eco-Art Day Camps include Predator & Prey & Paint & Clay, June 26-30; Scales & Snakes & Things to Make July 3-7; and Art in the Park and Confluence 150th Aug. 5. Dropoff and pickup at Confluence Creatives Arts Center, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for ages 7 to 14. Bring bag lunch except on Tuesday and Friday. For more information, info@ConfluenceCreativeArtsCenter or 814-395-3575. Register and pay online at www.confluencecreativesarts.org or send payment and registration form to CCAC, 237 Old Farm Road, Confluence, PA 15424.

Pet first aid & CPR

Pet first aid and CPR class, sponsored by Somerset CART, is 6-9 p.m. June 27, in Friedens. Register at somersetcart@gmail.com.

Stuff the bus

For the second year, the United Way of the Laurel Highlands is working with CamTran and Giant Eagle in an effort to support the United Way's growing Diaper Bank with Stuff the Bus. From noon to 6 p.m. June 30, a CamTran bus will be parked at the Giant Eagle in Richland Township, where community members can help to stuff it with diapers. Stuff the Bus is a diaper drive to keep the inventory stocked. More than 24,000 diapers and wipes were donated during last year's event.Stop by with a package of diapers or wipes. Monetary donations will be used to buy diapers in the size of greatest need.Buy a package of diapers while shopping at Giant Eagle on the day of the event and help load the bus.

Golf outing

The annual golf outing to benefit Tunnel to Towers, swing for the vets and first responders, 10 a.m. July 1, at Northwinds and Northwinds Peninsula, Arnold Palmer's first designed course. Four person scramble shotgun start, includes meal and prizes. Hollern Insurance of Windber $10,000 hole-in-one challenge on a par 3 hole at each course. For more information, call Andy Grieco at 814-525-4976 or andygrieco@verizon.net, Northwinds 814-754-4653 or Northwinds Peninsula 814-754-3461.

Somerset County Community Band

The Somerset County Community Band Independence Day concerts are at 7 p.m. July 1, by the gazebo in downtown Windber and at 5 p.m. July 2, at Paul Fuller Playground in Meyersdale. Band concert schedule for the summer: July 1 7 p.m. Windber near the gazebo; July 2 5 p.m. Meyersdale Paul Fuller Playground; July 9 7 p.m. Camp PARC (1/2); July 23 7 p.m. Camp PARC (2/2); Aug 4 6 p.m. Stoystown Lions Festival at Lions Park; Aug. 5 noon Confluence 150 celebration in the park; Aug 19 5:30 p.m. Hidden Valley Homeowners; Aug. 26 5 p.m. Springs Ice Cream Social at the Festival Grounds; Sept. 2 noon Kingwood Picnic IOOF Grove.

Fireworks

The 4th of July Fireworks and Celebration is 9:30 p.m. July 3, at the Somerset football field.

Yard sale

The Great Allegheny Yard Sale is from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 7, 8 and 9 in Jennerstown, Sipesville, Boswell, Stoystown, Jerome, Quecreek, Acosta, Gray, Jenners, Jenner Crossroads and Jenner Township.

Car cruise

The 10th annual Glades Pike Winery Endless Summer Car Cruise, 1-5 p.m. July 8, at Glades Pike Winery, 2208 Glades Pike, Somerset. Registration at 12 p.m. People's Choice three winners, special judge's choice award and dash plaques. Food by Pappy D's and Rosalinda Express. Music by The Vandells. No registration fee. Family friendly, Leashed pets are welcome outdoors. Grass parking for show cars.

Touch A Truck fundraiser

The Meyersdale Salisbury Berlin Relay For Life's Touch A Truck fundraiser, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 8, at the Salisbury-Elk Lick High School student parking lot. Food and beverages available for purchase at the high school baseball field. Fire trucks, construction trucks, emergency vehicles and more. All proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society. For more information or to volunteer, contact Wayne Kabina 814-279-6293.

Car show

Car show 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 8, at the Salisbury-Elk Lick School District lower teacher parking lot, 196 Smith Ave., Salisbury. For more information, contact Wayne Kabina 814-279-6293 or Kandi Kabina cassondrraalison75@yahoo.com.

CACCC exhibition

The Community Arts Center of Cambria County 2023 June and July exhibition, Shakti, the Power of the Feminine!, an exhibition featuring a mixture of paintings by artist Nalini Bhat. Shakti, the Power of the Feminine! will be hosted in the Goldhaber-Fend Fine Arts Center gallery and showcase a wide variety of Nalini’s artistic works. Exhibit will be on display through July 28. The Goldhaber-Fend Fine Arts Center gallery is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday – Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. India Wonders: A Cultural Art Luncheon will take place 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 8. This luncheon will include cultural art, entertainment, and food from India Garden.

CACCC Cultural India Art Luncheon

The Community Arts Center of Cambria County presents "India Wonders: A Cultural Art Luncheon"from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 8. This event will be filled with art, entertainment, and food from India Garden. This special cultural luncheon will begin with a gallery talk about the displayed works of Nalini Bhat’s"Shakti, the Power of the Feminine!" exhibition; along with traditional Chai Tea, served hot or cold as authentic cultural music from the Terra Pan will be played by Mark Ed. An authentic Indian lunch from India Garden will include chicken tikka masala (boneless chicken cooked and curried in Indian spices), palak paneer (spinach and homemade Indian cubed cheese cooked with aromatic Indian spices), rice, naan bread (bread cooked in clay oven), and jalebies (funnel like shape made out of flour and rice flour) for dessert. In addition, the entertainment of belly dancing and sword dance will take place during lunch.

Antiques & Collectibles

The Hanna’s Town Antiques & Collectors Market is held the second Sunday of each month through October. The gate opens at 7:30 a.m. Sunday, and the market continues through early afternoon, although some vendors are set up by 1 p.m. Saturday and sell that afternoon. There is parking on site. Future dates for 2023 are July 9, Aug. 13, Sept. 10, and Oct. 8. Proceeds benefit the Westmoreland Historical Society’s education and preservation projects at Historic Hanna’s Town, a Revolutionary War period settlement and site of the first English courts west of the Allegheny Mountains. Historic Hanna’s Town is at 809 Forbes Trail Road, Greensburg. For additional information, call 724-836-1800 or visitwww.westmorelandhistory.org.

Poorbaugh/Burbach reunion

A reunion of related descendants of Philip Burbach/Poorbaugh, (Ca 1750-1812), will be held July 9, at the Mt. Olivet Church grove in Northampton Township, 9 miles South of Berlin, off LR2020. This is a continuation of Poorbaugh/Purbaugh/ Burbach reunions which held it’s 67th reunion in 2022. The first reunion of the association was in 1952. All Poor/Pur/Bur ‘baugh/’bach relatives are invited. Lunch will be at 12:30 p.m. Ham, chicken and beverages will be provided. Participants should bring their own place settings and a favorite dish and/or dessert to share. Hot and cold beverages will be provided. Program: a genealogy Q&A and shared remembrances. A tour of founding father Philip’s gravesite and surrounding (originally Poorbaugh) lands will be available for those who wish.For more information call 814-571-6265 or e-mail PhilippBPReunion@gmail.com.

Maple City Farmers' Market

The Maple City Farmers' Market is happening this year through September, the second Wednesday of the month, from 4-7 p.m. at uptown Meyersdale on the corner of Main and Center streets. July 12, Aug. 9, Sept. 13. Live music in the gazebo.

Community hot dog roast

The annual Community Hot Dog Roast at Hostetler Church of the Brethren, 2344 Sand Spring Road, Meyersdale, starts at 5 p.m. July 15. Live music and hot dogs provided. Bring a covered dish to share.

Bingo

Cash case bingo July 15 at Confluence Volunteer Fire Department. Doors open at 11 a.m. Warm up games at 12 p.m. Ticket includes 24 bingo games and free snacks all day.

Benefit auction

TriState Relief Sale, benefit auction for Mennonite Central Committee, sponsored by Springs Mennonite Church, is 10 a.m. July 15, at the Springs Mennonite Church, 1686 Springs Road, Springs. Preview sale items at the church from 6-8 p.m. July 14. Antiques, quilts, collectibles, handcrafted items, antique car show, children's activities and refreshments available. Kauffman TriState Relief Sale will be held Aug. 11-12 at Kauffman Mennonite Church, Davidsville.

Bingo Night

Bingo Night, a night of fun and games to support Somerset Kiwanis, July 19, at The Puddle, 1337 Husband Road, Somerset.

Confluence Creative Arts Center

Confluence Creative Arts Center has activities planned for the summer months. Three Chords and Be There! Jam and Folk Sing, 6:30-8:30 p.m. third Thursdays, July 20, Aug. 17. Bring your voice, your ukulele, your guitar (all acoustic instruments welcome), and your enthusiasm for a foot-tapping evening of singing and playing. Each Jam and Folk Sing will have a theme.If you want, bring along a couple of tunes or songs that you might want to do with the groups. July ― Labor/Work Songs. August ― Silly Songs.

Summer development series

The Learning Lamp and Pennsylvania Association for the Education of Young Children, PennAEYC, launched a freesummer professional development series.The monthly workshops take place through August via Zoom. The sessions meet from 6:30-8:30 p.m. School-age professionals including child care staff, teachers, program directors and summer camp staff are encouraged to attend. To reserve a spot, visit https://www.thelearninglamp.org/events/. The series will offer an array of strategies to deliver high-quality summer camp sessions for preschool and school-age children. PQAS hours and/or Act 48 credits will be awarded to participants for each completed two-hour session. The monthly online workshop series includes: July 20, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. ― Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead (K5 C1). Aug. 17, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. ― Let’s Get Moving! (K5 C1). These workshops will be led by instructors: Lorrie Hall, M.Ed., TA Coach, Community Connections for Children/ELRC 9 and 10. She is a veteran teacher, child care director, school-age specialist, instructor and coach. Karian Wise, M.Ed., Head of School for Early Learning, Carlow University Early Learning Center and Campus Laboratory School. She is a long-time early learning teacher, child care director, apprenticeship mentor and adjunct faculty member. https://www.thelearninglamp.org/events/.

Ligonier Night Market

The monthly Ligonier Night Market is around The Diamond and along Main Street in historic downtown Ligonier. Food products from more than 30 local farmers and food processors. Night Market added last year to sell their hand-made goods and products ― ranging from unique woodcrafts to original artwork and more. The Ligonier Country Market (LCM) and the Ligonier Valley Chamber of Commerce co-sponsor the Night Market, which will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month through September (July 20, Aug. 17, and Sept. 21). Musical entertainment schedule: artists will perform on the Diamond Park bandstand: July 20: Acoustical Bruce; Aug. 17: Detention; Sept. 21: Cashout. Books Come Alive ― a unique library-based outreach program that takes best loved children's books and turns them into 30-minute musicals designed to reach students in kindergarten through sixth grade. Performances to the Night Market Aug. 17 (The Velveteen Rabbit). The shows will start at 6 p.m. and will be held on the library’s outside patio. Adults should plan to stay with their children for the show. Registration is required and can be completed at ligonierlibrary.org. Visit ligoniercountrymarket.com, ligonier.com, or the LCM’s Facebook page.

Classic & Antique Car Cruise

The Classic & Antique Car Cruise is 1-5 p.m. July 30, at Queen of Angels Church, St. John Site, 162 Wheeler St., Central City. Featuring food, soft drinks, beer and other refreshments. Live oldies music by Americana from 2-5 p.m. First 25 cars receive a gift. All vehicles blessed upon request. For more information call Queen of Angels Rectory, 814-754-5224. Cruise will be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. All proceeds benefit a local child who recently received a heart transplant.

WAVE Record Hops

Windber Area Visioning Experience Oldies Record Hop July 30, at Windber Recreation Park. Juke Box Oldies from 6-9:30 p.m. Food and soda available.

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