8/1/2010       Venomous Snakes of PA

Contact: Time: 2:00pm E-mail: yellowcreeksp@state.pa.us Location: Yellow Creek State Park Telephone: 724-357-7913 Address: 170 Rte 259 Hwy Website: http://www.visitpaparks.com/parks/yellowcreek.aspx   Penn Run PA 15765

Mike Shaffer – Don’t let the scales fool you. Snakes are fascinating and play an important role in the environment. Live snakes will be on hand!

8/7/2010       Amish Wedding Feast

Contact: Time: 5pm E-mail: Location: The Country Cupboard Telephone: 814-257-0192 Address: 45 Clarion Street Website: www.smicksburg.net   Smicksburg PA 16256

Throughout the meal, visitors will hear real life stories about the Amish and will enjoy a delicious meal, served family style. The menu includes Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Stuffing, Amish Noodles, Peas, Cole Slaw, Fruit Salad, Homemade Bread and Pies. Cost is $22.95 per person and is by Reservation only. Call 814-257-0192 to make your reservation.

8/13/2010       Lovin Downtown Every Second

Contact: Time: E-mail: diinc@downtownindiana.org Location: Downtown Indiana Telephone: 724-463-6110 Address: 946 Philaadelphia Street Website: www.downtownindiana.org   Indiana PA 15701

Let Downtown Indiana be a part of your Friday nights. “Lovin’ Downtown Every Second” is a free event sponsored by Downtown Indiana and invites families, friends and neighbors to stroll downtown on the second Friday of the month. Artists, musicians and once a month sales will be lining the downtown area to give you a chance to enjoy the night life. Even if you just want to take a walk down the street, park your car for free starting at 5pm at the metered spaces. Each month will host a new list of sales, activities and opportunities you can’t afford to miss. The monthly brochure and map are available at www.downtownindiana.org or at many of the downtown businesses. The monthly event is being brought to you by Downtown Indiana, Inc and its members. Any questions regarding this event should be directed to the Downtown Indiana Inc. Office. Please call 724.463.6110 or stop by at 949 Philadelphia Street for more information.

8/15/2010       Photographing Dragonflies

Contact: Time: 2:00pm E-mail: yellowcreeksp@state.pa.us Location: Yellow Creek State Park Telephone: 724-357-7913 Address: 170 Rte 259 Hwy Website: http://www.visitpaparks.com/parks/yellowcreek.aspx   Penn Run PA 15701

Jim Reber -The program will begin with a short talk about dragonflies and photos of dragonflies, focusing on those photos taken in Indiana County. After some advice on photographing Dragonflies, we will all spend time at Dragonfly Pond photographing dragonflies. Bring your camera and hope for a sunny afternoon.

8/18/2010       St . Andrew's Village - Support Group for Caregivers

Third wednesday of every month Contact: Kristi Bennett Time: 6:00pm E-mail: kbennett@presbyterianseniorliving.org Location: St Andrew Telephone: 724-464-1625 Address: 1155 Indian Springs Road Website: www.standrewsvillage.org   Indiana PA 15701

The Support group at St. Andrew's is free and open to the community. Parking is free and refreshments will be served. To Register or receive additional information regarding the Alzheimer's Support Group, contact Mrs. Bennett at St. Andrew's Village at 724-464-1625 or by email at kbennett@presbyterianseniorliving.org

8/20/2010       Blairsville Diamond Days

08/20/10 - 08/22/10 Contact: Time: E-mail: Location: Telephone: 724-459-6927 Address: Website:   Blairsville PA 15717

8/21/2010       12th Annual Thunder Mountain Lenape/Nation Native American Festival

08/22/2010 Contact: Time: E-mail: thundermtlenapenation@hotmail.com Location: Telephone: 724 639 3488 Address: 236 Skyline Drive Website: thundermtlenape.org   Saltsburg PA 15681

Native American dancing, drumming, food, crafts, tomahawk tournament, pony rides, animals and programs for children and adults. Adults $3 children under 14 free. Grand entry is at noon

8/21/2010       Blairsville Underground Railroad Reenactment

08/21/2010 - 08/22/2010 Contact: Time: E-mail: Location: Telephone: 724-459-0580 Address: Website:   Blairsville PA 15717

8/21/2010       Thunder Mountain Lenape Nation Native American Festival

08/21/10 - 08/22/10 Contact: Time: E-mail: Location: Telephone: 724-639-3488 Address: Website:   Saltsburg PA 15681

8/28/2010       Owl Prowl

Contact: Time: 8:00pm E-mail: indparks@gmail.com Location: Blue Spruce Park Lodge Telephone: 724-463-8636 Address: Blue Spruce Park Website: http://www.indianacountyparks.org   Indiana PA 15701

Mike Shaffer – Join the park naturalist to learn about the wonderful owls that reside in Pennsylvania. After a short discussion we will go in search of these night flying creatures. Bring a flashlight and remember to dress for the weather. Pre-registration is required.

8/29/2010       Orienteering at Stackhouse Park (Johnstown)

Contact: Time: Registration and starting 11:00am - 2:00pm E-mail: jlwolfe@atlanticbb.net Location: Telephone: 814-255-6606 Address: Website: www.wpoc.org   Johnstown PA

Come practice using a map and compass to find your way around some of our local parks. Instruction provided for novices. Registration and starting 11 am to 2 pm. Courses for beginners through expert-level orienteers. Map fee of $5. Open to anyone age 10 and up who is physically capable of walking through the woods, individuals or groups. Go to www.wpoc.org for more information or driving directions; or call 814 255-6606.

8/29/2010       Indiana County Fair

08/29/10 - 09/04/10 Contact: Time: E-mail: Location: Mack Park Telephone: 724-479-8282 Address: Website: www.indianacountyfair.com   Indiana PA 15701

This calendar is provided by the Indiana County Tourist Bureau. For more information or for Tourist Bureau members to list an event or leisure activity on this calendar, contact the Bureau at 724-463-7505.

Anyone planning to attend an event may wish to call for confirmation. Events are subject to change date and time.