CLEARFIELD – Staff members at Visit Clearfield County (VCC) have announced the weekly events for June 12-18.
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).
Super 322 Drive-In, Woodland
Friday-Sunday
Movies: Jurassic World (PG 13) and Pitch Perfect 2 (PG13)
The box office opens at 7:30 p.m. and the first feature starts at dusk. Admission is $8 for adults and $4 for children who are 11 years and under. No credit/debit cards or checks are accepted at the box office.
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Friday, June 12
“Works of the Heart” Craft Show
DuBois Public Library
The annual “Works of the Heart” craft show and raffle will be held through June 12 at the DuBois Public Library. Drawings will be held at 2 p.m. June 12; all proceeds benefit the library.
DuBois Community Days
DuBois Community Days will be held June 12-13 and will feature entertainment, food, vendors, music, activities and events. There will be a fireman’s parade at 5 p.m. Saturday and fireworks at dusk.
Nature Nut – John Acorn
Parker Dam
Fridays are nutty this year. Watch John Acorn, the Nature Nut, in a series of video programs at 8:30 p.m. at the campground amphitheater that are as entertaining as they are educational. This week’s episode—hoofed animals. There are many different animals with hoofed feet, some even have different names in different places, but they are found in most parts of the world. Here we see deer and elk. Learn more about these creatures and their adaptations.
Learn Your Trees Walk
Parker Dam
Parker Dam State Park will host a “Learn Your Trees Walk” at 6:00 p.m. at the Environmental Education Classroom. White pine or Eastern hemlock; Sugar maple or Red maple? Can you identify the tree common to Parker Dam? Come learn some easy ID tips. Even if you know some of them—you may learn something new and about these trees’ importance to our past.
Corner Concert
Shaw Park
“Touch of Grey” is the duo of Steve Koval and Don Guiffre and will perform classic hits with their acoustic style Friday at the Corner Concert at Shaw Park in downtown Clearfield.
The Corner Concerts will benefit the Special Olympics of Clearfield County. Music will get under way at 7 p.m. at the Shaw Park located on the corner of Market and Front streets.
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Saturday, June 13
DuBois Community Days
DuBois Community Days will be held June 12-13 and will feature entertainment, food, vendors, music, activities and events. There will be a fireman’s parade at 5 p.m. Saturday and fireworks at dusk.
Snake Hunt
Sinnemahoning Sportsmen’s Club
A snake hunt will be held starting at 8 a.m. Saturday, June 13 rain or shine. Registration will begin Friday, June 12. For more information, please call 814-546-2835.
Opening Day for Bass
Saturday, June 13 is the opening day for bass season. Check the state Fish & Boat Commission Web site for more information.
DuBois Community Days 5K
A DuBois Community Days 5k will be held Saturday, June 13 at 8:30 a.m. at the DuBois City Park. Check-in will be from 7 a.m. – 8:15 a.m.; registration is open through June 12. The 5K is a free event, and all participants will receive a T-shirt.
Open House
Lock Haven Clearfield Campus
An open house will be held from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. June 13 at the Lock Haven University Clearfield Campus.
LHU Clearfield offers a wide range of degrees and serves the spectrum of traditional to non-traditional students. LHU Clearfield now offers two new degrees: Bachelor of Science in criminal justice and Associate of Arts in sustainability studies. LHU Clearfield also makes education available in late afternoon, evening and online.
The open house begins with an overview of LHU Clearfield degree options. Visitors will then move to the “Academic Arena,” where one-on-one meetings with faculty and staff, including representatives from financial aid, are held. For those interested in nursing, a focused session will be held.
Check-in begins at 8:45 a.m. Registration is required and can be done online, or by calling 814-768-3402.
Healthy Relationships Workshop
On Saturday, June 13 in DuBois, the Children’s Aid Society will host a healthy relationships workshop. Topics will focus on improving communication, fighting fair, strengthening a relationship, reducing stress, keeping fun and friendship, etc. Workshops are free to participants and for non-married individuals or couples. Please call 814-765-2686, Ext. 229, for more information.
Art Festival
Elk Country Visitor Center
The Keystone Elk Country Alliance has partnered with the PA Wilds Artisan Trail to host an arts festival Saturday, June 13. It will showcase high-quality, locally-made products from the PA Wilds region. There will also be live music, artisan demonstrations and free workshops for new artists. The Art Festival will be held from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., rain or shine.
Kayak Basics
Parker Dam
Kayak Basics will be taught at Parker Dam State Park at 10 a.m. behind Beach House NOTE: There is a $3 fee for all participants of this program. Learn what type of kayak you would be comfortable in, how to prepare for a day on the water, and most important– how to get in, out and get around on the water. A limited number of kayaks will be available. You can reserve a kayak by contacting the Park Office (814-765-0630).
Child Safety Day
Curwensville Lake
Staff at the Curwensville Lake will host a Child Safety Day from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Saturday, June 13. The event will include a bike rodeo, EMS, firemen, police, a DUI simulator, a child safety seat check and bike inspections. Guests who make a non-perishable food donation will be admitted into the park for free. All donations will be given to local food banks.
Backyard Bear
Parker Dam
Meet for story time at Parker Dam State Park as we head to the small wooded area at 3:30 p.m. near the Beach House. This week’s story will give us a look into common encounters with black bears and what we should do if we are to encounter one ourselves. The story is best suited for children between the age of 4 and 10 years.
Jammin in the Park
Karthaus Park Association will host its annual “Jammin’ in the Park” country, gospel and bluegrass event Saturday, June 13 at 4 p.m. Admission is free. The event features the following acts: Down Country Boys (Sterling Run), Missing Link (Karthaus), Bobby Spaeth (Renovo) and The Unusual Suspects (State College). Bring your instruments for a chance to jam after the show. The concession stand will be open. For more information, call 814-263-4389.
Spotting Tour
Parker Dam
Meet at the Environmental Education Classroom, 9 p.m.
Join a park educator for a common rural activity – deer spotting. Car-pooling is encouraged. The tour will begin outside the Park Office, travel through S.B. Elliott State Park (about 6 miles away), and back to the starting point. The park will provide the spotting lamp, so please leave your own put away.
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Sunday, June 14
Teen Camp
Mahaffey Camp
Teens who are in grades 9-12 are invited for a week of adventure and memories. For more information, please call the office at 814-277-5544 or visit the Mahaffey Camp’s Web site. The Mahaffey camp is located at 1559 Mahaffey-Grampian Hwy., Mahaffey.
Queens for a Cause Car & Bike Show
Clearfield County Fairgrounds
On Sunday, June 14, Queens for a Cause will hold a bike/car show at the Clearfield County Fairgrounds. The show raises funds for the Children’s Miracle Network at Geisinger and local charities. Car/bike registration will be held from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.; awards will be given at 4 p.m.
There will be music, food, craft and other vendors. The Royal 5K Run/Walk will kick-off the day’s events at 8:30 a.m.; other events include a kid’s pedal tractor pull and a celebrity cow milking contest. Please check the event Facebook page for more information.
Parachute Games
Parker Dam
Parker Dam State Park will host Parachute Games at 2 p.m. at the Beach House. One thing is for sure – there will be a parachute. How much fun you have is up to you! Bring along your friends and learn more about nature and wildlife with one of the park educators.
Tea & Talk
Parker Dam
Parker Dam State Park will host a Tea and Talk event at 6:30 p.m. at the Beach House. Bring your own mug to enjoy a cup of sweet fern/mountain mint tea, gathered right here in the park. The talk will consist of teas, a few trees, and whatever else comes to your inquiring mind.
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Monday, June 15
Children’s Workshop and Productions
Grimm’s Fairy Tales, Reitz Theater
Children’s Summer Workshop 2015
All sessions will meet from 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays in areas of the Reitz Theater. Session 1 is for children in grades K-2, Session 2 for children in grades 3-5 and Session 3 for children in grades 6-8. Productions will be at 7:30 p.m. July 9-11. The cost of the workshop is $40 per child.
Reitz Theater is located at 36 E. Scribner Ave., DuBois. For more information, call 814-375-4272 or e-mail reitztheater@verizon.net orwww.reitztheater.com.
Blood Drive
DuBois Middle School
The annual Dubois firefighters’ blood drive will be held June 15. It will take place from 1 p.m. – 7 p.m. at the Dubois Area Middle School at 404 Liberty Blvd., Dubois. Donors can sign up online at www.redcrossblood.org. However, walk-ins are welcome to participate in the blood drive. Refreshments and drawings will also be available.
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Tuesday, June 16
Children’s Workshop and Productions
Grimm’s Fairy Tales, Reitz Theater
Children’s Summer Workshop 2015
All sessions will meet from 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays in areas of the Reitz Theater. Session 1 is for children in grades K-2, Session 2 for children in grades 3-5 and Session 3 for children in grades 6-8. Productions will be at 7:30 p.m. July 9-11. The cost of the workshop is $40 per child.
Reitz Theater is located at 36 E. Scribner Ave., DuBois. For more information, call 814-375-4272 or e-mail reitztheater@verizon.net orwww.reitztheater.com.
Small Business Seminar
Fairfield Inn & Suites
This monthly seminar will provide an overview with an in-depth look at a business plan. Topics include business registrations, licenses, structure, taxation, research tools and what to expect. Interested persons can participate at the Fairfield Inn & Suites; the session is $20 per person. Registration is required at 877-292-1843.
Kid’s Quick Brick Quilt Class
Quilter’s Stash Plus
A kid’s Quick Brick Quilt class will be held from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. June 16 and June 23 at the Quilter’s Stash Plus. The cost is $25 for the class, pattern and fabric for quilt top; batting and backing are not included, however. Individuals can sign up their child at 814-765-2162 or e-mail quiltersstashplus@gmail.com
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Thursday, June 18
Children’s Workshop and Productions
Grimm’s Fairy Tales, Reitz Theater
Children’s Summer Workshop 2015
All sessions will meet from 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays in areas of the Reitz Theater. Session 1 is for children in grades K-2, Session 2 for children in grades 3-5 and Session 3 for children in grades 6-8. Productions will be at 7:30 p.m. July 9-11. The cost of the workshop is $40 per child.
Reitz Theater is located at 36 E. Scribner Ave., DuBois. For more information, call 814-375-4272 or e-mail reitztheater@verizon.net orwww.reitztheater.com.
Throwback Thursdays, Parker Dam
6:30 p.m., Environmental Education Classroom
This is a series of Thursday evening programs; each week a different topic on the theme of ‘primitive skills’ will be covered. Wildcrafting is all about knowing what wild things are edible and how to make them so. Learning more about wildcrafting may help save your life someday.
After Hours Mixer
DuBois Chamber of Commerce
An After Hours Mixer will be held at the Courier-Express on Thursday, June 18 in DuBois. For more information or to make a reservation, please call the chamber at 814-371-5010.
Tumbler Flag Quilt Class
Quilter’s Stash Plus
Individuals can make a tumbler flag from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. or from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. June 18 or June 25 at Quilter’s Stash Plus. The cost of the class is $20, plus material and pattern. To sign up, please call 814-765-2162 or e-mail quiltersstashplus@gmail.com.
