CLEARFIELD – The staff at Visit Clearfield County (VCC) have announced its weekly events for July 4 -10.
Ritz Theater, downtown Clearfield
Monday-Sunday
The theater lobby opens at 6:30 p.m. You can pick up some popcorn even if you cannot attend the movie showings. For movies and show times, please call 814-765-5835. Prices are $6 for adults and $4 for children (12 and under) and senior citizens (60 years and older).
Super 322 Drive-In, Woodland
Friday, July 4 – Sunday, July 6
Movies: Transformers Age of Extinction & Neighbors
The box office opens at 7:30 p.m. with the first feature starting at dusk. Admission is $7 for adults and $4 for children (11 years and under). No credit cards, debit cards or checks are accepted at the box office.
92nd Annual Osceola Mills Carnival & Parade
Friday, July 4
The Firemen’s Fair is an annual event held the week of the Fourth of July. The parade is on July 4 at 11 a.m. and hosted by the Columbia Fire Department.
The parade and fireworks display on July 4 draws thousands of people from surrounding communities, making it a wonderful homecoming event. Attendees can come and enjoy the festivities, including a car show, vendors and more.
For more information, contact the Columbia Fire Department at 814-236-2410.
Punxsutawney Birdhouse Exhibition and Auction
Friday, July 4
There will be popular voting to determine the favorite birdhouse; the voting will end at 12 p.m. Saturday, July 5.
On Saturday, July 5 at 3 p.m., there will be the announcement of contest winners and the birdhouse auction. Also, there will not be any admission fee for auction attendees.
The exhibition will be open from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. daily. Admission is $5 for the full experience and $2 for the birdhouse exhibition only; children (2 years old and under) are admitted free.
The Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center is located at 201 N. Findley St., Punxsutawney, and can be contacted at 814-939-1000.
Annual Reading of the Declaration of Independence, Parker Dam
Friday, July 4
2 p.m. – Beach House steps
Today we celebrate our country and our freedoms. Let’s reflect on these freedoms as the annual reading of the Declaration of Independence is broadcast over the public address system for all to hear and appreciate. Parker Dam State Park is located at 28 Fairview Rd., Penfield. Call 814-765-0630 for more information.
Card Game Tournament
Bigler House of Hobbies
Friday, July 4, 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Every Friday, there are two Magic the Gathering tournaments with formats changing each week. You can call ahead for more information. The Bigler House of Hobbies is located at 5330 Allport Cutoff, Woodland, and can be reached at 814-290-6301.
Monster Truck/Motorcycle Stunt Show and Fireworks
CNB Bank Raceway Park
Friday, July 4
CNB Bank Raceway Park booked a Monster Truck Show with a Motorcycle Stunt Show for Friday, July 4. The show will be immediately followed by fireworks. The CNB Bank Raceway Park is located at 111 Mount Zion Rd., Clearfield. For more information, call 814-389-6126.
The Forgotten Giants, Parker Dam
Friday, July 4
8:30 p.m. – Campground Amphitheater
Together these giants create an ecosystem that is pristine and priceless. Individually, they are monuments of nature, but as a group they all face disruptions and changes that jeopardize their future. Learn about these last remaining undisturbed stands and some of the issues that threaten them. Parker Dam State Park is located at 28 Fairview Rd. Penfield. Call 814-765-0630 for more information.
92nd Annual Osceola Mills Carnival & Parade
Saturday, July 5
The Firemen’s Fair is an annual event held the week of the Fourth of July. The parade is on July 4 at 11 a.m. and hosted by the Columbia Fire Department.
The parade and fireworks display on July 4 draws thousands of people from surrounding communities, making it a wonderful homecoming event. Attendees can come and enjoy the festivities, including a car show, vendors and more.
For more information, contact the Columbia Fire Department at 814-236-2410.
Punxsutawney Birdhouse Exhibition and Auction
Saturday, July 5
There will be popular voting to determine the favorite birdhouse; the voting will end at 12 p.m. Saturday, July 5.
On Saturday, July 5 at 3 p.m., there will be the announcement of contest winners and the birdhouse auction. Also, there will not be any admission fee for auction attendees.
The exhibition will be open from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. daily. Admission is $5 for the full experience and $2 for the birdhouse exhibition only; children (2 years old and under) are admitted free.
The Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center is located at 201 N. Findley St., Punxsutawney, and can be contacted at 814-939-1000.
Card Game Tournament
Bigler House of Hobbies
Saturday, July 5, 12 p.m. and 3 p.m.
On Saturdays, there’s usually Yu-gi-oh, another collectible card game, at 12 p.m. The advanced deck construction tournaments are $7. Magic the Gathering tournaments are at 3 p.m. and cost $6. The format changes so please call if you have any questions. The Bigler House of Hobbies is located at 5330 Allport Cutoff, Woodland, and can be reached at 814-290-6301.
Penn’s Woods, Parker Dam
Saturday, July 5
2 p.m. – Environmental Education Classroom
The Pennsylvania forest has had a long, yet still evolving history. Learn how the early forest was used and now is quite different from the time of William Penn’s settlement. Also learn of dangers lurking that may cause yet another significant change to the forest we know. Parker Dam State Park is located at 28 Fairview Rd., Penfield. Call 814-765-0630 for more information.
Coalport Flea Market
Saturday, July 5
There is a flea market the first Saturday of the month through September. It is held from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. You can bring your yard sale items and there’s always room for vendors, crafters, businesses, individuals, etc. Church, school groups and non-profits are all welcome. A space is only $15 per month (as much as you need); you get one month free if you sign up for all five markets. For more information or an application, call Nancy at 814-672-5046, Patty at 814-672-4296 or e-mail coalportfleamarket@gmail.com.
Coalport Farmers Market
Saturday, July 5
There is a farmers market the first Saturday of every month through October. It will be held in the Beechwood Park along with the Coalport Flea Market each month.
Set-up will begin at 6:30 a.m. and the market is open from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. You are invited to participate by just showing up. The farmers market vendors are limited to various food products and plants.
This is an open-air market. You will need to bring your own tables, chairs, canopies, etc. The sizes of available spaces are unlimited at this time, as there’s a lot of room in the park currently available. There is a set-up fee of $10 per vendor per day.
For more information, contact Patty at 814-672-4296 or Bill at 814-672-5046. When you arrive, please ask for Patty or Bill, and they will show you where to park and set up.
July 4 Celebration
Treasure Lake
Saturday, July 5
There will be music provided by CW Pyun and DuBois Diplomats. The events include:
- 1 p.m., Dunking Booth
- 1:30 p.m., Best Pie Contest (submission at 12:30 p.m.)
- 3 p.m., Face Painting, Bubble Blowing, Hopscotch, Cola Ring Toss, Bean Bag Toss
- 3:30 p.m., Watermelon Eating Contest (sign-up at 2 p.m.)
- 4 p.m., Popcorn Relay Race
- 4:30 p.m., Three-legged Race
- 5 p.m., Bubble Gum Blowing & Hula Hoop Contest
- 5:30 p.m., Free Old-Fashioned Root Beer Floats
- 7:30 p.m., Pie a Guard
There will be a poolside bar and a grilled chicken dinner from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Also, there will be a Cayman Golf Cart Parade at 1 p.m. and Boat Parade at 6:30 p.m. Fireworks will get under way at dusk. Contact Lori Corcoran at 814-371-0711, Ext. 903, with any questions.
Yankee Doodle Race
CNB Bank Raceway Park
Sunday, July 6
On Sunday, July 6, there is a Yankee Doodle Race at the CNB Bank Raceway Park. Children (10 years and under) will be admitted free. Tickets are $10 for adults (18 years and older) and $5 for kids (11-17 years old). The schedule and admission prices are subject to change.
The CNB Bank Raceway Park is located at 111 Mount Zion Rd., Clearfield. For more information, please call 814-389-6126.
Summer Splash Events
Lakeview Lodge
June 2 – Aug. 22
Water aerobics and lap swimming will be held every Monday and Wednesday from 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. Family swim nights will be every Wednesday from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Adult swim nights will be every Thursday from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. For more information, please contact Lori Corcoran at 814-371-0711, ext. 903, or events@tlpoa.us.
Stand Up Paddling Classes
Treasure Lake
Tuesday, July 8
Every Tuesday through Aug. 26, there will be stand up paddling classes at 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. at the Bimini Lake Boat Launch at Treasure Lake. Classes are $8 for a one-hour session and every sixth class is free. There will only be four students per class. Classes will be cancelled if the water conditions are unsafe. Life jackets are required and provided or you can bring your own. Please make reservations by contacting Tina at 814-590-7441 or trailblazer4fun@gmail.com.
Music in the Garden
Presbyterian Church of Clearfield
Tuesday, July 8
The Presbyterian Church of Clearfield will hold its summer program, “Music in the Garden.” From 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. Tuesdays, there will be music offered in the garden of the church, located at 119 N. Second St.
Each week will feature local musicians offering a wide variety of vocal and instrumental music. You can bring your lunch, a folding chair and join for music and fellowship.
The program is free and open to the community to enjoy, as a gift from the church. It will be held every Tuesday through Aug. 19, rain or shine; rain only moves the program indoors. For more information, please call 814-765-3081.
Card Game Tournaments
Bigler House of Hobbies
Tuesday, July 8
On Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5 p.m., you can join in for Dungeons and Dragons. The cost is $1 at the Bigler House of Hobbies. It is located at 5330 Allport Cutoff, Woodland. For details about games, you can call 814-290-6301.
Spaghetti Tuesday
Rescue Hose & Ladder Smokehouse
Tuesday, July 8
Every Tuesday from 4 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., there’s a $2.99 spaghetti dinner. It includes two meatballs, a house salad and a roll. All proceeds benefit the fire department. The Smokehouse is located at 408-410 Filbert St. in Curwensville. For more information, please call 814-236-0390.
Philipsburg Heritage Days
Tuesday, July 8 – Sunday, July 13
This year’s theme is “Cold Stream Dam: Where Memories Begin.” There will be festivities all week, including live music, activities and events, vendors, food and family fun in downtown Philipsburg. For more information, please call 814-342-3440.
Family Games Night
DuBois Public Library Program Room
Tuesday, July 8
There will be a summer reading program for teens. You can bring your favorite board games, a couple of dollars and your friends and family. This is our “Family Games Night.” There will be video games, board games, pizza, snacks and drinks. You provide the fun. It is $2 per person, which covers the cost of the pizza. The DuBois Public Library is located at 31 S. Brady St., DuBois. For more information, please call 814-371-5930.
Philipsburg Heritage Days
Tuesday, July 8 – Sunday, July 13
This year’s theme is “Cold Stream Dam: Where Memories Begin.” There will be festivities all week, including live music, activities and events, vendors, food and family fun in downtown Philipsburg. For more information, please call 814-342-3440.
Summer Splash
Lakeview Lodge
June 2 – Aug. 22
Water aerobics and lap swimming will be held every Monday and Wednesday from 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. Family swim nights will be every Wednesday from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Adult swim nights will be every Thursday from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. For more information, please contact Lori Corcoran at 814-371-0711, ext. 903, or events@tlpoa.us.
Stand Up Paddling Classes
Lower Witmer Park Boat Launch
Wednesday, July 9
Every Wednesday through Aug. 27, there will be stand up paddling classes at 4 p.m., 5 p.m., 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Lower Witmer Park Boat Launch in Clearfield.
Classes are $8 for a one-hour session and every sixth class is free. There are only four students per class. Classes will be cancelled if the water conditions are unsafe. Life jackets are required and provided or you can bring your own.
Please make reservations by contacting Tina at 814-590-7441 or trailblazer4fun@gmail.com.
Card Game Tournament
Bigler House of Hobbies
Wednesday, July 9, 6 p.m.
Every Wednesday at 6 p.m., you can join for Magic the Gathering – Commander. It is a collectible card game tournament. Event registration begins at 11 a.m. and cost is $6. The Bigler House of Hobbies is located at 5330 Allport Cutoff, Woodland; anyone with questions can call 814-290-6301.
Poetry Reading
Stew’s Brew Coffeehouse
Wednesday, July 9
You can expand your literary horizons from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. on the second Wednesday of every month at Stew’s Brew Coffee Shop in DuBois. Please feel free to bring your works. For more information, call Stews Brew at 814-503-8433.
Philipsburg Heritage Days
Tuesday, July 8 – Sunday, July 13
This year’s theme is “Cold Stream Dam: Where Memories Begin.” There will be festivities all week, including live music, activities and events, vendors, food and family fun in downtown Philipsburg. For more information, please call 814-342-3440.
Summer Splash
Lakeview Lodge
June 2 – Aug. 22
Water aerobics and lap swimming will be held every Monday and Wednesday from 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. Family swim nights will be every Wednesday from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Adult swim nights will be every Thursday from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. For more information, please contact Lori Corcoran at 814-371-0711, ext. 903, or events@tlpoa.us.
Stories with Becky
DuBois Public Library
July 10, 17 and 24, 10 a.m. -10:45 a.m.
It is the favorite time of day for the younger kids. We will have songs, stories, finger plays and music for children of toddler ages and up in the program room. The DuBois Public Library is located at 31 S. Brady St., DuBois. For more information, please call 814-371-5930.
Science with Sean
DuBois Public Library
July 10, 17 and 24, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Sean cannot wait to get his lab coat on and delve into the fascinating world of science with kids who are age 7 years and up. This hands-on program has a maximum of 12 kids per session and requires pre-registration. There will be a morning science program that day. The morning location is in the upstairs microfilm room; the evening location is the program room. The
DuBois Public Library is located at 31 S. Brady St., DuBois. For more information, please call 814-371-5930.
Card Game Tournament
Bigler House of Hobbies
Thursday, July 10
On Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5 p.m., you can join in Dungeons and Dragons. The cost is $1 at the Bigler House of Hobbies. It is located at 5330 Allport Cutoff, Woodland. For details about games, please call 814-290-6301.
Clearfield Writing Community Workshop
Market Street Gallery
Thursday, July 10
The Clearfield Writing Community is dedicated to the avid writers of Clearfield County who are interested in improving their skills, getting tips and information from other writers and getting their work out into the public.
They provide information and educational tools for all serious writers in the area who hope to achieve publication. A Facebook page is established for members to plan meetings and events, post their work, critique others and generally encourage one another to write and create.
You can find the Clearfield Writing Community on Facebook or join a regular workshop every Thursday from 6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. at the Market Street Gallery, located at 109 E. Market St. in downtown Clearfield.
Open Mic Night
Stew’s Brew Coffeehouse
Thursday, July 10
Every Thursday from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m., there is a nice mix of eclectic local sound, great atmosphere drinks and fare. Stew’s Brew Coffeehouse is located at 34 S. Brady St. in downtown DuBois. For more information, please call 814-503-8433.