CLEARFIELD – Staff members at Visit Clearfield County (VCC) have announced the weekly events for Nov. 21-27.
Ritz Theater, downtown Clearfield
Monday-Sunday
The theater’s lobby opens at 6:30 p.m. You can grab 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 years and under) and senior citizens (60 years and older).
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10 Keys to Healthy Aging Workshops
Curwensville Community Center
Friday, Nov. 21
You can take ownership of your health and attend educational workshops to learn about the 10 Keys to healthy aging and the many no-cost and low-cost preventative services provided by Medicare to help keep you healthy.
The free workshops are taught by certified health ambassadors and APPRISE counselors and will begin Friday, Nov. 7 from 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (closed Nov. 28) at the Curwensville Community Center.
Lunch is available for a donation. Please call in advance if you plan to have lunch. The workshops are sponsored by the Clearfield County Area Agency on Aging. For more information and to pre-register, call 814-765-2696 or 800-225-8571.
DuBois Area Historical Society Fundraiser
Ruby Tuesday’s Restaurant
Friday, Nov. 21
The DuBois Area Historical Society will have a fundraiser at Ruby Tuesday’s Restaurant, DuBois. You can get a voucher from any board member or print one from the society’s Web site. Ruby Tuesday’s Restaurant is located at 690 Shaffer Rd, Dubois. For more information, call the DuBois Historical Society at 814-371-9006.
Nunsense 2 – The Second Coming
CAST
Thursday – Saturday, Nov. 20-22
At 7 p.m. Nov. 20-22, Nunsense 2 will take the nuns on another hilarious journey, as they decide to continue their fundraising efforts via a “thank you program” for their supporters. The show is full of musical numbers.
Audiences loved the original Nunsense in 2012 and asked for more of the same. The CAST will present the sequel in November. The CAST is located at 112 E. Locust St., Clearfield. Call 814-765-4474 for ticket information.
Brighten the Night
DuBois City Park Amphitheater
Friday, Nov. 21
At 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 21 at the DuBois City Park Amphitheater, Brighten the Night will start the Christmas season. You can welcome the arrival of Santa, witness the lighting of the DuBois Christmas tree, sign a card for the troops and make your own Christmas craft. Also, you can receive a 4-inch by 6-inch photo with Santa when you bring a food donation or suggested cash donation of $3. All food and money will go toward a local food pantry.
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DuBois Area Historical Society Fundraiser
Ruby Tuesday’s Restaurant
Saturday, Nov. 22
The DuBois Area Historical Society will have a fundraiser at Ruby Tuesday’s Restaurant, DuBois. You can get a voucher from any board member or print one from the society’s Web site. Ruby Tuesday’s Restaurant is located at 690 Shaffer Rd, Dubois. For more information, call the DuBois Historical Society at 814-371-9006.
Nunsense 2 – The Second Coming
CAST
Thursday – Saturday, Nov. 20-22
At 7 p.m. Nov. 20-22, Nunsense 2 will take the nuns on another hilarious journey, as they decide to continue their fundraising efforts via a “thank you program” for their supporters. The show is full of musical numbers.
Audiences loved the original Nunsense in 2012 and asked for more of the same. The CAST will present the sequel in November. The CAST is located at 112 E. Locust St., Clearfield. Call 814-765-4474 for ticket information.
Turkey Trot
Treasure Lake
Saturday, Nov. 22
On Saturday, Nov. 22, Treasure Lake will host the first-ever Turkey Trot at Captain Kidd Park from 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. There will be three age groups: 3-5 years, 6-8 years and 9-11 years. If you have younger children, feel free to participate with a stroller. There will be cookies and cider available and a special guest will make an appearance. For more information, please call the administrative office at 814-371-0711, Ext. 100.
Time for Turkeys
Elk Country Visitor Center
Saturday, Nov. 22
It’s “Time for Turkeys.” Thanksgiving is right around the corner. You can come and learn about the wild bird that Benjamin Franklin wanted to be the national symbol.
Following an informational slideshow, the children in the audience can enjoy some wild turkey coloring pages. The program will begin at 1 p.m. in the Discovery Room.
The Elk Country Visitor Center is operated by the Keystone Elk Country Alliance, a non-profit organization. It’s located at 134 Homestead Dr. in Benezette. Please use 950 Winslow Hill Rd. in a navigation system. For more information, call 814-787-5167.
Holiday Wine Fest
Saturday, Nov. 22
A Holiday Wine Fest will be held from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Saturday Nov. 22 at the Osceola Mills Fire Hall. In addition to wine, there will be vendors, music/entertainment and refreshments available. Tickets are $10 and are available at the fire hall and at the door. The Osceola Mills Fire Hall is located at 140 Curtain St. in Osceola Mills.
Moore Brothers Concert
Rescue Hose & Ladder Company
Saturday, Nov. 22
The Moore Brothers will play Saturday, Nov. 22 at the Rescue Hose & Ladder Company. The concert will be held from 9 p.m. – 12 a.m.; the cover is $5 and benefits the fire company. The Rescue Hose & Ladder Company is located at 408-410 Filbert St., Curwensville. For more information, please call 814-236-0390.
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DuBois Area Historical Society Fundraiser
Ruby Tuesday’s Restaurant
Sunday, Nov 23
The DuBois Area Historical Society will have a fundraiser at Ruby Tuesday’s Restaurant, DuBois. You can get a voucher from any board member or print one from the society’s Web site. Ruby Tuesday’s Restaurant is located at 690 Shaffer Rd, Dubois. For more information, call the DuBois Historical Society at 814-371-9006.
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Story Time
DuBois Public Library
Nov. 4, 2014 – Dec. 11
On Tuesdays at 10 a.m., “Babies & Books” will be held with Miss Becky. Babies who are up to 2 years old and their parent/caregiver can participate in this interactive story time full of finger-plays, songs, stories and bonding time.
On Tuesdays at 11 a.m., “Thrilling Threes” will be held with Miss Chris and Miss Jayme. Children will enjoy stories, songs, finger-plays and fun. Children will work on their independence, while their parents can enjoy the library.
On Thursdays at 10 a.m., “Terrific Twos” will be held with Miss Becky. During this program, 2-year-olds and their parent/caregiver will enjoy this fun-filled story time that will be packed with books, songs and finger-plays.
On Thursdays at 11 a.m., “Fantastic Fours & Fives” will be held with Miss Chris and Miss Sandy. During this program, children will get ready for school with stories, songs and games galore. Children will work on their independence, while their parents can enjoy the library.
If there is a delayed start or cancellation for the DuBois Area School District, the library will not hold story times. Please call 814-371-5930, Ext. 4, for questions.
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Thanksgiving Dinner
Bethany Retreat Center
Thursday, Nov. 27
Community members are welcome to a Thanksgiving dinner at the Bethany Retreat Center. If you need transportation or are homebound in the local area, you may have a hot meal delivered to you. Please make arrangements and RSVP by Nov. 24 by calling 814-263-4855 or e-mailing at bethanyretreatcenter@gmail.com.
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Other News
Trees of Giving at DuBois Mall
Individuals can bring a canned food item(s) and place them in the box of your favorite store’s tree through Dec. 12. The DuBois Mall is located at 5522 Shaffer Rd., Suite 122, DuBois.
DuBois Business College Workshops
Do you want to learn more about Windows 8 or QuickBooks? The DuBois Business College is holding workshops for these skills to learn or refresh on. Get more information or sign up by calling 814-375-0142.
Shop Benezette
You can join the community on Dec. 5-7 for the third annual Shop Benezette. There will be savings, specials and unique gifts found in the Benezette area. Also, on Dec. 5 at 7 p.m., you can join the community for light up the tree at the Benezette School House.
