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Indiana County Tourist Bureau
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Indiana County Tourist Bureau
2334 Oakland Ave, Suite 68
Indiana, PA 15701

Toll Free 1-877-7INDIANA
Phone: 724-463-7505
Fax: 724-465-3819

Indiana County Tourist Bureau
Event Calendar

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5/0/2010       Indiana Evening Center  

Every Monday
Contact: Judy Brewer Time: 4:00pm-7:00pm
E-mail: Location: Indiana Social Center
Telephone: 724-465-2697 Address: 1001 Oak Street
Website:   Indiana PA 15701
The Indiana Social Center, 1001 Oak Street, Indiana, is offering evening hours Monday for those persons 55 years of age and older. Featured Monday Evenings, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. will be billiards, computer class, Wii, cards, crafts, games and socialization and 50/50 drawing. Dinner is at 6 p.m. and costs only $2.50. Plan to come and spend the evening with us and have a good meal, meet some new friends, and relax. You must make your reservation Friday before noon by calling 724-349-4500 or 1-800-442-8016, or call the center at 724-465-2697.

5/0/2010       Saltsburg Evening Center  

Every Wednesday
Contact: Pat Dunlap Time: 1:00pm - 7:00pm
E-mail: Location: Saltsburg Social Center
Telephone: 724-639-9055 Address: 212 Point Street
Website:   Saltsburg PA 15681
The Saltsburg Social Center, 212 Point Street, Saltsburg is offering extended hours Wednesdays from 1 - 7 p.m. for those persons 55 years of age and older. Featured Wednesday Evenings, at 5 p.m. is a 50/50 drawing and Dinner at a cost of $2.50. Bingo is held at 6 p.m. Plan to come and spend the evening with us and have a good meal, meet some new friends, and relax. You must make your reservation Tuesday before noon by calling the center at (724) 639-9055.

5/0/2010       Coal Mining Exhibit at Windgate Vineyard and Winery  

Thru May 28th
Contact: Time: 12:00pm-5:00pm daily
E-mail: Location: Windgate Vineyard and Winery
Telephone: 814-257-8797 Address: 1998 Hemlock Acres Road
Website:   Smicksburg PA 16256
On display at Windgate Vineyards and Winery are portions of the coal mining display, recently at Indiana University. The featured mines are Sagamore, Numine, Yatesboro and Walston. Free and Open to the Public 12-5pm daily until May 28th. Call for more information 814-257-8797

5/0/2010       Chestnut Hills Evening Center  

Every Monday
Contact: Vicki Cramer Time: 2:00pm-7:00pm
E-mail: Location: Chestnut Hills Social Center
Telephone: 724-459-5251 Address: 26 Heybert Drive
Website:   Blairsville PA 15717
The Chestnut Hills Social Center, 26 Heybert Drive, Blairsville, is offering evening hours Mondays for those persons 55 years of age and older. Featured Monday at 2 p.m. will be computer class, at 3:30 p.m. Painting Class for $2, billiards, Wii, cards, crafts, games and socialization and 50/50 drawing. Dinner is at 5:30 p.m. and costs only $2.50. Plan to come and spend the evening with us and have a good meal, meet some new friends, and relax. You must make your reservation Friday before noon by calling 724-349-4500 or 1-800-442-8016, or call the center at 724-459-5251.

5/1/2010       Heavenly Hummingbirds - Mike Shaffer  

Contact: Time: 2:00pm
E-mail: yellowcreeksp@state.pa.us Location: Yellow Creek State Park Environmental Learning Classroom
Telephone: 724-357-7913 Address: 170 Route 259 Hwy
Website: http://www.visitpaparks.com/parks/yellowcreek.aspx   Penn Run PA 15765
Heavenly Hummingbirds - Mike Shaffer - Hummingbirds are the tiniest and most fascinating birds that will visit your backyard. Discover how to attract hummingbirds into your own backyard with nectar and insect plants that they dearly crave. Afterward, you can learn how to build your own fan-shaped hummingbird trellis. Pre-registration is required. Construction cost for each trellis is $10. (ONLY if you plan on building a trellis) Bring a battery-powered drill if you have one.

5/1/2010       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.

5/2/2010       Women's Bike Hike - Cathy Vore  

Contact: Time: 2:00pm
E-mail: yellowcreeksp@state.pa.us Location: Yellow Creek State Park Lake View Pavillion - Bike Trail
Telephone: 724-357-7913 Address: 170 Route 259 Hwy
Website: http://www.visitpaparks.com/parks/yellowcreek.aspx   Penn Run PA 15765
Women's Bike Hike- Cathy Vore -Yellow Creek offers a variety of trails for riders of all skill levels. Learn about all of the trails around the lake, how to choose the right bike for your needs, essential safety equipment and basic bicycle maintenance. Bring your bike, helmet and water for the ride to follow the indoor presentation. Pre-registration is required.

5/3/2010       Great Books Series By Dan Shively  

03/22-05/10/2010
Contact: Time: 7:30:pm
E-mail: Location: Indiana Free Library
Telephone: 724-465-8841 Address: 845 Philadelphia Street
Website: www.indianafreelibrary.org   Indiana PA 15701
Great Books Series The seventh year of "Readings from the Great Books", an informal discussion group, will feature yet another selection of eight interesting and important authors from ancient times to the present. Meetings will be from 7:30 to 9 p.m. each Monday from March 22, 2010, through May 10. Everyone is welcome, and no preparation is needed. All materials will be provided. The group is led by Dan Shively, a member of the IUP library faculty. This year's authors include Homer, Confucius, Boethius, Dickens, Tennyson, Poe, Twain, and Churchill. Last but not least, come for the summary of these great authors so you don't have to miss it!

5/8/2010       Mushroom Walk - John Plischke  

Contact: Time: 2:00pm
E-mail: indparks@earthlink.net Location: Pine Ridge Park Lodge
Telephone: 724-463-8636 Address: Pine Ridge Park
Website: www.indianacountyparks.org   Blairsville PA 15717
Mushroom Walk - John Plischke – Morels are one of nature’s special foods, but they can be delicious or they can be toxic. This session will teach participants where to find morels, and how to identify edible versus toxic types.

5/9/2010       IUP Spring Commencement  

Contact: Time:
E-mail: Location:
Telephone: 724-357-2230 Address:
Website:  

5/9/2010       Mother's Day Wildflower Walk & Tea - Cindy Rogers  

Contact: Time: 2:00pm
E-mail: indparks@earthlink.net Location: Blue Spruce Park Lodge
Telephone: 724-463-8636 Address: Blue Spruce Park
Website: www.indianacountyparks.org   Indiana PA 15701
Mother’s Day Wildflower Walk & Tea – Cindy Rogers Join Cindy for a talk and walk to learn about our local “weeds.” After a walk enjoy tea and snacks made from some of the plants you will see in the wild. Come dressed for the weather. Pre-registration is required.

5/10/2010       Great Books Series By Dan Shively  

03/22-05/10/2010
Contact: Time: 7:30:pm
E-mail: Location: Indiana Free Library
Telephone: 724-465-8841 Address: 845 Philadelphia Street
Website: www.indianafreelibrary.org   Indiana PA 15701
Great Books Series The seventh year of "Readings from the Great Books", an informal discussion group, will feature yet another selection of eight interesting and important authors from ancient times to the present. Meetings will be from 7:30 to 9 p.m. each Monday from March 22, 2010, through May 10. Everyone is welcome, and no preparation is needed. All materials will be provided. The group is led by Dan Shively, a member of the IUP library faculty. This year's authors include Homer, Confucius, Boethius, Dickens, Tennyson, Poe, Twain, and Churchill. Last but not least, come for the summary of these great authors so you don't have to miss it!

5/12/2010       Reality Tour -  

Contact: Courtney Hankinson Time: 6:00pm
E-mail: courtneyhankinson@yahoo.com Location: Indiana County Jail
Telephone: 724-465-2605 ext 18 Address: 665 Hood School Road
Website: www.theopendoor.org   Indiana PA 15701
Reality Tour Follow the intimate journey of a fictitious teen addicted to heroin. Witness the emotional turmoil and grief caused by using drugs and learn how your family can begin crucial conversations about the risks and dangers of substance abuse. The Indiana County Reality Tour is held the 2nd Wednesday of EVERY month starting at 6:00 p.m. at the new Indiana County Jail (665 Hood School Road, Indiana, PA 15701). [2010 Reality Tour Dates: Jan. 13; Feb. 10, Mar. 10, April 14, May 12, June 9]. Youth participating will receive a gift for coming. Each parent will receive a bag of educational information on how to talk to their teens about drugs. PARENTS REGISTER NOW. Registration $5 per person or call for group rates. Register by visiting our website: www.theopendoor.org; stop by The Open Door (walk-in hours daily from 8AM to 9PM) or call the Reality Tour Registrar at: 724-465-2605 ext. 18.

5/14/2010       Lovin' Downtown Every Second  

Contact: Time:
E-mail: diinc@downtownindiana.org Location: Downtown Indiana
Telephone: 724-463-6110 Address:
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.

5/15/2010       Orienteering at Blue Spruce Park (Ernest)  

Contact: Time: Registration 7:00pm-7:45pm Mass Start at 8:30pm
E-mail: jlwolfe@atlanticbb.net Location: Blue Spruce Park
Telephone: 814-255-6606 Address:
Website: www.wpoc.org   Indiana PA 15701
Come practice using a map and compass to find your way around some of our local parks - this time in the dark. Registration 7:00 pm to 7:45 pm; mass start at 8:30 pm. Entry fee of $5 per person. Open to anyone age 10 and up who is physically capable of walking through the woods, individuals or groups. E-mail preregistration requested - see http://www.wpoc.org/may10nighto.htm Night orienteering is not recommended for beginners. Compass, whistle, and light (with extra batteries) absolutely required. Go to www.wpoc.org for more information and driving directions; or call 814 255-6606.

5/15/2010       Mountain Lions of PA - Kerry Gyekis  

Contact: Time: 2:00pm
E-mail: yellowcreeksp@state.pa.us Location: Yellow Creek State Park Environmental Learning Classroom
Telephone: 724-357-7913 Address: 170 Route 259 Hwy
Website: http://www.visitpaparks.com/parks/yellowcreek.aspx   Penn Run PA 15765
Mt. Lions of PA – Kerry Gyekis - Mr. Gyekis will talk about these big cats and ultimately answer the question, “Do mountain lions really exist in Pennsylvania?” Pre-registration required.

5/19/2010       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's Village
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

5/21/2010       May Mart Flower and Craft Show  

05/21/10 - 05/22/10
Contact: Indiana Garden Club Time:
E-mail: Location:
Telephone: 724-349-8763 Address:
Website:  

5/22/2010       Fun Around the Campfire  

Contact: Time: 7:00pm
E-mail: yellowcreeksp@state.pa.us Location: Yellow Creek State Park Beach Area
Telephone: 724-357-7913 Address: 170 Route 259 Hwy
Website: http://www.visitpaparks.com/parks/yellowcreek.aspx   Penn Run PA 15765
Fun Around the Campfire – Have fun sitting around the campfire singing popular songs with guitarists Ed Mulligan, Rick Fye, and Kate Geiger. Afterwards enjoy roasting hot dogs and marshmallows. Pre-registration required.

5/29/2010       The Naeskahoni Town Tour - Butch Laney  

Contact: Time: 1-1:30pm
E-mail: naeskahonitown715@verizon.net Location: Naeskahoni Town Village
Telephone: 724-248-0114 Address:
Website: www.naeskahonitown.com   Black Lick PA 15716
The Naeskahoni Town Tour – Butch Laney – Join us as we learn about the daily lives of the Eastern Woodland People during the time of the French and Indian War in the 1750’s. Mr. Laney will take you on a tour of the Naeskahoni village and discuss the native people’s fishing and hunting techniques, cooking, gardening, tool making and use of herbs along the way. Visit the web site at www.naeskahonitown.com for a preview & directions. Pre-registration required.

5/30/2010       Plant It Earth Greenhouse Open House Festival  

Contact: Time:
E-mail: Location: Plant-It Earth Green House
Telephone: Address: 1462 Rhine Road
Website:   Homer City PA 15748

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.


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