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Ligonier Ice Fest
Ligonier Valley Chamber of Commerce
Streets of Ligonier
Ligonier,
PA 15658
Website: www.ligonier.com
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| Event Dates: |
| January 24-25, 2009 |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Rachel Roehrig |
120 E. Main St.
Ligonier, PA 15658 |
Telephone: 724-238-4200
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| Spend a day watching ice sculpting and shopping at Ligonier's specialty shops; enjoy live musical entertainment and the many restaurant specialties! |
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| Event Dates: |
March 21-22, 2009
March 25-29, 2009
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Shawn Buterbaugh |
PO Box 222
Meyersdale, PA 15552 |
Telephone: 814-634-0213
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Tollfree: 866-858-0213
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| Visit Festival Park, Historic Manor, Maple Sugar Demostrations, Crafts, Quilt Show, Historic Musical Pageant, Car Shows, Parade, Entertainment, Civil War and Historical Re-Creationists, Educational Fair Exhibits and Demonstrations. |
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West Overton's 26th Annual Quilt Show
West Overton Museum
West Overton Village
Distillery Building
Scottdale,
PA 15683
Website: www.westoverton.org
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| Event Dates: |
| June 6th - July 12th, 2009 |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Lois Reese |
West Overton Village
Scottdale, PA 15683 |
Telephone: 724-887-7910
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| West Overton Museums will hold their 26th annual judged quilt show in the Distillery Building with approximately 50 quilts on display. There are five categories and prizes awarded. |
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Celebrate America
Kennywood
4800 Kennywood Blvd.
50 minutes from the Laurel Highlands and 15 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh, Exit 7 off of I-376.
West Mifflin,
PA 15122
Website: www.kennywood.com
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| Event Dates: |
| June 30-July 6, 2009 (subject to change) |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Heidi Overmier |
4800 Kennywood Blvd.
West Mifflin, PA 15122 |
Telephone: 412-461-0500 x1127
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| Join the celebration! Crafters, Uncle Sam, jugglers, parades, and of course fireworks are some of the exciting extra activities you will find special this week at our traditional amusement park. |
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| Event Dates: |
| June 19-20, 2009 |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Keith Neiderheiser |
1012 Harvey Rd.
Ligonier, PA 15658 |
Telephone: 724- 238-8646
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| An annual two-day, family-oriented bluegrass gathering, offering national, regional and local bands. Check our website for more details. Plan on visiting our festival at the start of the summer season, June. |
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| Event Dates: |
July 2-5, 2009
11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.
Admission is free! |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Stacey S. Rosa |
252 Twin Lakes Park Road
Latrobe, PA 15650 |
Telephone: 724-834-7474
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| Multi-cultural celebration of the arts will full-scale performances, children's activities, heritage presentations. Art, music, fun, with something for everyone to share in the Westmoreland experience. |
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Summer in Ligonier - Arts & Crafts Show
Ligonier Valley Chamber of Commerce
Downtown Ligonier
Ligonier,
PA 15658
Website: www.ligonier.com
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| Event Dates: |
| July 24-25, 2009 |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Rachel Roehrig |
120 E. Main St.
Ligonier, PA 15658 |
Telephone: 724-238-4200
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| Enjoy two days of sidewalk sales, craft vendors, live entertainment, buggy rides and restaurant specialties. Ligonier is beautiful in the summer and all year round. |
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| Event Dates: |
| August 1-2, 2009 |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: David Miller |
PO Box 468
Harrison City, PA 15636 |
Telephone: 724-527-5584
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| 1763 British victory over Native Americans. Battle reenactment, encampments, crafts-people, demonstrations of frontier life, concession, museum and gift store. |
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39th Annual Antique Show
Somerset County Chamber of Commerce
Streets of Somerset
Somerset,
PA 15501
Website: www.somersetpa.net
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| Event Dates: |
August 8, 2009
8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. |
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| Contact: Sandy Berkebile |
601 North Center Ave.
Somerset, PA 15501 |
Telephone: 814-445-6431
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| Over 100 dealers displaying quality antiques and collectibles. Food vendors. Free admission and free parking for antique enthusiasts! Somerset Exit #110 of the Pennsylvania Turnpike. |
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Seven Springs Wine and Food Festival
Seven Springs Mountain Resort
777 Waterwheel Drive
Seven Springs,
PA 15622
Website: www.7springs.com
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| Event Dates: |
August 15-16, 2009
11:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Admission Fee |
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| Contact: Hope Gritzer |
777 Waterwheel Drive
Seven Springs, PA 15622 |
Telephone: 814-352-7777 x7279
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Tollfree: 800-452-2223 x7279
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| Our festival showcases more than 20 Pennsylvania wineries. Featuring delicious food, terrific entertainment, outdoor activities and craft exhibits. Wine and cuisine seminars offered. Make plans to join us! |
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16th Annual Pennsylvania Arts & Crafts
Colonial Festival
Westmoreland Fairgrounds
Westmoreland County Fairgrounds
Route 30
Greensburg,
PA 15601
Website: www.familyfestivals.com
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| Event Dates: |
September 4-7, 2009
Friday & Monday 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.
$5.50 Adults, $5.00 Seniors,
$1.00 Children 6-12, and Under 6 Free! |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: David or Debbie Stoner |
PO Box 166
Irwin, PA 15642 |
Telephone: 724-863-4577
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| Rated the "19th Best Craft Show in America!" Over 220 booths of arts and crafts, 500 costumed participants, food, colonial entertainment, petting zoo, 2 military string bands, a military encampment, and living history demonstrations. |
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Ligonier Highland Games
Idlewild & SoakZone
Route 30 West
Ligonier,
PA 15658
Website: www.ligoniergames.org
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| Event Dates: |
September 11-12, 2009
Adults $15.00, Seniors $12.00,
Children 6-12 $5.00, Under 6 Free!
(Selected in 2008 as a Top 100 Special Event by the ABA) |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: David Peet |
PO Box 884
Bethel Park, PA 15102 |
Telephone: 412-851-9900
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| Scottish festival features bagpipe bands, Highlands dancers and competitions, heavy athletes, and Scottish fiddlers in competition. Military reenactors, children's games, clan gatherings and Scottish fair. A very impressive weekend of activity! |
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| Event Dates: |
September 11-13, 2009
Adults $7.00 and Children $4.00 |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Charles Fox |
10649 Somerset Pike
Somerset, PA 15501 |
Telephone: 814-445-6077
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| Western Pennsylvania's premier folk festival! Over 125 artisans, musicians, and entertainers interpret Pennsylvania's frontier heritage. A wonderful mix of historical demonstrations, handmade crafts, music, and homemade food is available. |
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Stahlstown Flax Scutching Festival
Monticue’s Grove
Rt. 711, between Ligonier and Donegal
Stahlstown,
PA 15687
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| Event Dates: |
September 12-13, 2009
Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Marilee Pletcher |
PO Box 77
Stahlstown, PA 15687 |
Telephone: 724-593-7813
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| Keeping history alive since 1907! Demonstrating the art of making linen from the flax plant. Food, crafts, entertinament, mock Indian raid, encampments, and other working demonstrations! A festival worth experiencing! |
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Chocolate Affaire
Seven Springs Mountain Resort
777 Waterwheel Dr.
Seven Springs,
PA 15622
Website: www.7springs.com
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| Event Dates: |
September 19, 2009
11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Admission is free! |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Hope Gritzer |
777 Waterwheel Dr.
Seven Springs, PA 15622 |
Telephone: 814-352-7777
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Tollfree: 800-452-2223
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| The perfect "ladies day out!" Indulge in a day of melt-in-your-mouth treats at our annual festival. Bake-offs, chocolate fountain, vendors, and chocolates! Consider a chocolate massage! |
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Hallowboo
Idlewild & SoakZone
Route 30 West of Ligonier
Ligonier,
PA 15658
Website: www.idlewild.com
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| Event Dates: |
September 27 & 28, and weekends in October (subject to change)
Noon to 6 p.m. |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Kathy Sichula |
PO Box C
Ligonier, PA 15658 |
Telephone: 724-238-3666
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| A fun, family-oriented family adventure! Enjoy trick-or-treating through Story Book Forest, the rides and attractions of Idlewild, costume characters and many more Hallowboo surprises! Great for scout and church groups. |
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Autumnfest at Seven Springs
Seven Springs Mountain Resort
777 Waterwheel Dr.
Seven Springs,
PA 15622
Website: www.7springs.com
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| Event Dates: |
October 3&4, 10&11, 17&18, 24&25, 2009
11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Admission is free! |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Hope Gritzer |
777 Waterwheel Dr.
Seven Springs, PA 15622 |
Telephone: 814-352-7777 x7279
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Tollfree: 800-452-2223 x7279
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| Celebrate the magic of fall. Live entertainment, scenic chair lift rides, pumpkin patch, hayrides, corn maze, craft show and fabulous outdoor buffet. Stay overnight and enjoy the resort! |
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Springs Folk Festival
Springs Historical Society
1711 Springs Rd.
Springs ,
PA 15562
Website: www.springspa.org
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| Event Dates: |
October 2&3, 2009
Adults $5.50 and Children 5-18 $2.00 |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: N. Jean Papik |
PO Box 293
Springs, PA 15562 |
Telephone: 814-662-9202
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| The annual Festival is a celebration of the arts, crafts, and culture of the pioneers. Watch 130 artisans demonstrate their crafts, listen to bluegrass/gospel music, enjoy Dutch food. Visit one of the oldest museums! |
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Fort Ligonier Days
Ligonier Valley Chamber of Commerce
Fort Ligonier and Streets of Ligonier
Ligonier,
PA 15658
Website: www.ligonier.com
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| Event Dates: |
| October 9-11, 2009 |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Rachel Roehrig |
120 E. Main St.
Town Hall First Floor
Ligonier, PA 15658 |
Telephone: 724-238-4200
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| Explore the history of Ligonier commemorating the key battle of the French and Indian War at Fort Ligonier. Watch battle reenactments, visit 150 juried craftsmen, enjoy merchant sidewalk sales, entertainment, food booths, and a spectular parade on Saturday! (2008-250th Anniversary). |
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Compass Inn Candlelight Tours
Compass Inn Museum
1382 Route 30 East
Laughlintown,
PA 15655
Website: www.compassinn.com
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| Event Dates: |
October 31-December 13, 2009
Weekends 3:00-7:00 p.m.
Will open for group tours of 20 or more by request. |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Jim Koontz |
PO Box 167
Laughlintown, PA 15655 |
Telephone: 724-238-4983
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| Experience the beauth of the Inn decorated for the holidays with natural accents, wood fires and candlelight. Enjoy hot mulled cider and cookies in the 1862 addition opened for your group tour! |
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Festival of Lights
Ligonier Valley Historical Society
120 E. Main St.
Ligonier Town Hall
Ligonier,
PA 15658
Website: www.compassinn.com
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| Event Dates: |
December 5-13, 2009
Noon to 7:00 p.m. |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Tina Yandrick |
PO Box 167
Laughlintown, PA 15655 |
Telephone: 724-238-6818
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| A display of over 50 decorated trees and wreaths designed by local families and businesses. Raffle table, cookie cafe, and a holiday boutique with unique and handcrafted items. |
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Town-Wide Christmas Open House
Ligonier Chamber of Commerce
Downtown Ligonier
Ligonier,
PA 15658
Website: www.ligonier.com
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| Event Dates: |
| December 6, 2009 |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Rachel Roehrig |
120 East Main St.
Ligonier, PA 15658 |
Telephone: 724-238-4200
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| Leave the hectic pace behind and shop in beautiful Ligonier. Find one-of-a-kind gifts in the many specialty shops. Make visiting Ligonier a holiday tradition! |
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Scottdale Historical Society Christmas House Tour
Scottdale,
PA 15683
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| Event Dates: |
Christmas Holiday Season celebrated the month of December.
2009 Christmas House tour is December 6th,2009. |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Jackie Rabenstein |
527 N. Chestnut Avenue
Scottdale, PA 15683 |
Telephone: 724-887-4087
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| The Scottdale Historical Society hosts a wonderful Christmas House Tour. This tour includes a minimum of five beautifully decorated homes guided by costumed turn-of-the-century docents. |
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| Event Dates: |
| December 4-6, 2009 |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Susie Harshbarger |
2409 Glades Pike
Somerset, PA 15501 |
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