Spring brings many great events and our wonderful display of spring foliage to the Raystown Lake Region. Folks are fishing, hiking and generally just coming out of hibernation right now to enjoy some fresh air and scenery at Raystown Lake.
 
We have some fun events coming up that you might want to check out in the details below. Many sporting events at Juniata are happening; including Juniata College hosting the Division III Men's Volleyball National Championships on April 25-27. Plus, the Rockhill Trolley has a special weekend planned and there are several volunteer events that you can help with that will benefit the environment. See below.
 
Happy springtime!
 
Ed Stoddard
Huntingdon County Visitors Bureau
 
 
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2014 Huntingdon County Visitors Guide cover
The 2014 Huntingdon County Visitors Guide is now available
Contact the Raystown Lake Region Visitor Center to pick up a copy or have one sent to you:

toll free (888) 729-7869
[email protected]

The Raystown Lake Region Visitors Center is at 6993 Seven Points Road, Hesston PA 16647. GPS: 40.381309, -78.075800.

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FEATURED EVENTS
Spring brings many great events and our wonderful display of spring foliage to the Raystown Lake Region. Folks are fishing, hiking and generally just coming out of hibernation right now to enjoy some fresh air and scenery!

Easter Bunny Trolley at Rockhill Trolley Museum

4/12/2014 and 4/13/2014 10:00 AM

http://raystown.org/events/easter-bunny-trlly-at-rtm

430 Meadow Street, PO Box 203 Rockhill Furnace (814) 447-9576

Come to the Rockhill Trolley Museum on April 12-13 and take a ride and meet with the Easter Bunny! Tickets are $8 per person. For more information call the Rockhill Trolley Museum at (814) 447-9576.

VOLUNTEER EVENTS:

 

Clean-up Day at Greenwood Furnace State Park

4/19/2014 9:00 AM

http://raystown.org/events/clean-up-day-at-gfp

15795 Greenwood Road Huntingdon (814) 667-1800

Greenwood Furnace State Park will hold its annual Spring Clean-up Day from 9 am to 12 pm on Saturday, April 19. Volunteers should report to the Blacksmith Shop for orientation and work assignments. Please call the park office at (814) 667-1800 to register by Wednesday, April 16. Spring Clean-up Day is an excellent way to give something back to the parks by lending a hand in getting them ready for the summer. Volunteers will be asked to work on small and large clean-up projects and will be assigned to projects based on their skills, abilities and desires. Participants should bring work gloves, and if possible, tools such as rakes and shovels that may be in short supply. Boy and Girl Scouts can earn community service time by participating in the event. For the latest information on Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful and the Great American Cleanup of Pennsylvania, please visit www.gacofpa.org. For information about this and other park programs visit the Calendar of Events at the State Parks website at www.visitPAparks.com

 

Raystown Lake Cleanup Day

4/26/2014 8:00 AM

http://raystown.org/events/raystown-lake-cleanup-day0426

Tatman Run Recreation Area (814) 658-6812

Calling all volunteers! Show your love for Raystown! Help the Friends of Raystown Lake clean up Raystown Lake on Saturday, April 26, 2014 from 8am-noon at Tatman Run, Raystown Lake. Volunteers and boats are needed. Come out and spend a day cleaning up remote areas of shoreline. This is a great event for young and old, clubs and individuals, and most of all YOU! Free lunch provided for volunteers. We need volunteer vessels and captains too. Visit our website for details at www.raystown.nab.usace.army.mil Do not miss this great opportunity to make a positive influence on the environment! For further information contact Melissa Bean at (814) 658-6812.

 

Clean-up Day at Whipple Dam State Park

4/26/2014 9:00 AM

http://raystown.org/events/clean-up-day-at-wdp

Laurel Run Road Stone Valley (814) 667-1800

Whipple Dam State Park will hold its annual Spring Clean-up Day from 9 am to 12 pm on Saturday, April 26. The event will be sponsored and led by the Friends of Greenwood Furnace. Volunteers should report to the Concession Stand for orientation and work assignments. Please call the park office at (814) 667-1800 to register by Wednesday, April 23. Spring Clean-up Day is an excellent way to give something back to the parks by lending a hand in getting them ready for the summer. Volunteers will be asked to work on small and large clean-up projects and will be assigned to projects based on their skills, abilities and desires. Participants should bring work gloves, and if possible, tools such as rakes and shovels that may be in short supply. Boy and Girl Scouts can earn community service time by participating in the event. For the latest information on Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful and the Great American Cleanup of Pennsylvania, please visit www.gacofpa.org. For information about this and other park programs visit the Calendar of Events at the State Parks website at www.visitPAparks.com

 

Earth Day Work Day at Shavers Creek Environmental Center

4/27/2014 8:30 AM

http://raystown.org/events/earth-day-work-day-at-sec

3400 Discovery Road Petersburg (814) 863-2000

Come to Shavers Creek Environmental Center for Earth Day Work Day on Sunday, April 27 from 8:30am-5:30pm. Gather with friends to plant trees, brighten gardens, and restore habitat at your nature center. Collaborate with half-day or full-day work projects. Enjoy lunch and a special program with our golden eagle to thank you for your hard work. We recommend projects for children ages 8 and up, and welcome different ability levels. Please bring a water bottle and dress for the weather! To register or for more information, call Shavers Creek Environmental Center at (814) 863-2000.

MAYFEST OF HUNTINGDON ACTIVITIES:

 

Annual Huntingdon Quilt Show

4/25/2014 and 4/26/2014

http://raystown.org/events/nnl-hgd-quilt-shw

310 5th Street Huntingdon (814) 643-5756

Come to the 23rd Annual Huntingdon Quilt Show at the Huntingdon Community Center on Friday and Saturday, April 25-26, 2014. Enjoy approximately 100 quilts on display, workshops, demonstrations, guild crafts, quilt-related items, food, and more! Friday Hours: 9am-7pm, Saturday Hours: 9am-4pm. This event is sponsored by the Redbud Quilt Guild. For more information: call (814) 542-2017 or (814) 643-5756, email [email protected].

 

Annual Dr. David Miller 5K Run

4/26/2014 8:30 AM

http://raystown.org/events/dr.-david-miller-5k-run

1225 Warm Springs Avenue Huntingdon (814) 643-8548

Come participate Annual Dr. David Miller Memorial Run and Walk on Saturday, April 26. The event will kick off the annual Mayfest celebration in downtown Huntingdon. All of the morning events begin at the Medical Office Building Entrance of J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital. The 5K Walk and 5K Road Race follow the same route from the Hospital, through the campuses of Juniata College and Huntingdon Area High School, and finish at the top of Hospital Hill. This event is sponsored by the JC Blair Memorial Hospital Foundation and a member of the Raystown Races 5K Circuit.To learn more about the Raystown Races 5K Circuit, visit http://www.raystownraces.org. For more information or to register for the race, call (814) 643-8548 or visit www.jcblair.org

 

Mayfest of Huntingdon

4/26/2014 9:00 AM

http://raystown.org/events/myfst-of-hgd

Washington Street Huntingdon (814) 386-2638

Come to Mayfest on Saturday, April 26, 2014 from 9am-5pm! Mayfest is the only festival of its kind in Pennsylvania. Stroll through our history with a different historical theme in each block. Mayfest presents living history programs with period-correct dancing, music, re-enactors and demonstrations. Children's activities and educational fun are in abundance along with great food and craft vendors. Free music on every block, costumes, carriage rides, plus a quilt show and sale & arts show and sale. FREE ADMISSION! FREE PARKING! Only 2 blocks from Huntingdon Amtrak station. For more information visit http://mayfestofhuntingdon.org 

Events in the Raystown Lake Region throughout April, 2014:

Juniata College Womens Tennis

4/8/2014 3:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/jnt-cllg-wmns-tnns3

1700 Moore Street Huntingdon (814) 641-3000

Juniata College will play Susquehanna at home on Tuesday, April 8 at 3:30pm. Come out to this match and cheer on the Juniata Womens Tennis team! For more information contact Juniata College at (814) 641-3000.

 

Altoona Curve Baseball Game

4/8/2014 6:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/altn-crv-bsbll-gm5

1000 Park Avenue Altoona (814) 943-9050

The Altoona Curve will host the Akron Rubberducks on Tuesday, April 8 at 6:30pm at Peoples Natural Gas Field. The game will be followed by an eye dazzling fireworks show! The Altoona Curve is the Double-A Eastern League affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates and plays 71 home games from April to September at Blair County Ballpark. Do not miss this great opportunity to cheer on the Altoona Curve! For more information contact the Curve main office at (814) 943-9050 or [email protected].

 

Penn State Baseball vs. West Virginia

4/8/2014 6:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/pnn-stt-bsbll-vs-wst-vrgn

701 Porter Road University Park 1-800-Nittany

Come see the Penn State baseball team host West Virginia at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park on Tuesday, April 8 at 6:30pm. Be sure to attend and cheer on the Nittany Lions! For more information contact the Penn State sports ticket office at 1-800-Nittany.

 

Migration Morning at Shavers Creek Environmental Center

4/9/2014 7:00 AM

http://raystown.org/events/mgrtn-mrnng-at-sec

3400 Discovery Road Petersburg (814) 863-2000

Come to Shavers Creek Environmental Center on Wednesday, April 9 at 7am for Migration Morning. Take a leisurely hike to see and hear the numerous bird species that migrate through central Pennsylvania. Shavers Creek naturalists Doug Wentzel and Joshua Potter will help participants identify the songs, calls and field marks of species from hawks and eagles to thrushes and woodpeckers. Bring a good pair of hiking boots, binoculars, any guide books you have, and an inquisitive mind! Migration Morning walks are open to birders of all experience levels. Some binoculars are available to borrow. For more information contact Shavers Creek Environmental Center at (814) 863-2000.

 

Juniata College Baseball

4/9/2014 1:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/jnt-cllg-bsbll6

1700 Moore Street Huntingdon (814) 641-3000

Juniata College will play Mt. Aloysius at home on Wednesday, April 9 at 1pm. Come out to this game and cheer on the Juniata College baseball team! For more information contact Juniata College at (814) 641-3000.

 

Juniata College Baseball

4/9/2014 3:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/jnt-cllg-bsbll7

1700 Moore Street Huntingdon (814) 641-3000

Juniata College will play Mt. Aloysius at home on Wednesday, April 9 at 3:30pm. Come out to this game and cheer on the Juniata College baseball team! For more information contact Juniata College at (814) 641-3000.

 

Juniata College Mens Tennis

4/9/2014 3:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/j-c-mns-tnns5

1700 Moore Street Huntingdon (814) 641-3000

Juniata College will match up against Susquehanna at home on Wednesday, April 9 at 3:30pm. Come out to this match and cheer on Juniata! For more information contact Juniata College at (814) 641-3000.

 

Rothrock Outfitters-Group Bike Ride

4/9/2014 4:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/rro-grp-bk-rd-39

418 Penn Street Huntingdon (814) 643-7226

Get out your mountain bike and ride with us! Enjoy a group bike ride every Wednesday at various locations throughout Huntingdon County. Every Wednesday meet at Rothrock Outfitters at 4pm to join others for a fabulous ride! For more information contact Rothrock Outfitters at (814) 643-7226.

 

Altoona Curve Baseball Game

4/9/2014 6:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/altn-crv-bsbll-gm6

1000 Park Avenue Altoona (814) 943-9050

The Altoona Curve will host the Akron Rubberducks on Wednesday, April 9 at 6:30pm at Peoples Natural Gas Field. The game will be followed by an eye dazzling fireworks show! The Altoona Curve is the Double-A Eastern League affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates and plays 71 home games from April to September at Blair County Ballpark. Do not miss this great opportunity to cheer on the Altoona Curve! For more information contact the Curve main office at (814) 943-9050 or [email protected].

 

Juniata Theatre presents: Solo

4/9/2014 through 4/11/2014 7:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/juniata-theatre-presents-solo

1700 Moore Street Huntingdon (814) 641-3132

Come to Suzanne Von Liebig Theatre at Juniata College to see a performance of Solo on April 9-11, 2014 at 7:30pm. A weekend of original short pieces written and performed by Theatre Performance Students. Mentored by Rick Wamer (The Factory). This is the Theatre 's contribution to the Liberal Arts Symposium, and is free of charge all nights. Contact John Wall at [email protected] or (814) 641-3132 for more information.

 

Juniata College Mens Tennis

4/11/2014 3:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/j-c-mns-tnns6

1700 Moore Street Huntingdon (814) 641-3000

Juniata College will match up against Stevenson College at home on Friday, April 11 at 3:30pm. Come out to this match and cheer on Juniata! For more information contact Juniata College at (814) 641-3000.

 

Juniata College Womens Tennis

4/11/2014 3:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/jnt-cllg-wmns-tnns4

1700 Moore Street Huntingdon(814) 641-3000

Juniata College will play Stevenson College at home on Friday, April 11 at 3:30pm. Come out to this match and cheer on the Juniata Womens Tennis team! For more information contact Juniata College at (814) 641-3000.

 

Opening Day of Fishing Season

4/12/2014 8:00 AM

http://raystown.org/events/opening-day-of-fishing-season

Juniata River Huntingdon County (717) 486-7352

Enjoy the start of the 2014 fishing season in Huntingdon County by fishing for trout on Saturday, April 12, 2014. For additional information contact the South-Central Regional office of the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission at (717) 486-7352.

 

Easter Bunny Trolley at Rockhill Trolley Museum

4/12/2014 and 4/13/2014 10:00 AM

http://raystown.org/events/easter-bunny-trlly-at-rtm

430 Meadow Street, PO Box 203 Rockhill Furnace (814) 447-9576

Come to the Rockhill Trolley Museum on April 12-13 and take a ride and meet with the Easter Bunny! Tickets are $8 per person. For more information call the Rockhill Trolley Museum at (814) 447-9576.

 

10th Annual Polar Plunge at Lake Raystown Resort

4/12/2014 11:00 AM

http://raystown.org/events/plr-plng-at-lrr

3101 Chipmunk Crossing Entriken (814) 658-3500

Help kick off the 2014 season at Lake Raystown Resort by participating in the 10th Annual Polar Plunge on Saturday, April 12. The chilly festivities begin promptly at 11am and are followed by complimentary hot cocoa, coffee and cookies! For more information call Lake Raystown Resort - An RVC Outdoor Destination at (814) 658-3500.

 

Juniata College Baseball

4/12/2014 1:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/jnt-cllg-bsbll8

1700 Moore Street Huntingdon (814) 641-3000

Juniata College will play Drew at home on Saturday, April 12 at 1pm. Come out to this game and cheer on the Juniata College baseball team! For more information contact Juniata College at (814) 641-3000.

 

Juniata College Mens Tennis

4/12/2014 1:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/j-c-mns-tnns7

1700 Moore Street Huntingdon (814) 641-3000

Juniata College will match up against Drew at home on Saturday, April 12 at 1pm. Come out to this match and cheer on Juniata! For more information contact Juniata College at (814) 641-3000.

 

Juniata College Womens Tennis

4/12/2014 1:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/jnt-cllg-wmns-tnns5

1700 Moore Street Huntingdon (814) 641-3000

Juniata College will play Drew at home on Saturday, April 12 at 1pm. Come out to this match and cheer on the Juniata Womens Tennis team! For more information contact Juniata College at (814) 641-3000.

 

Penn State Blue-White Game

4/12/2014 1:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/penn-state-blue-white-game

1 Beaver Stadium University Park 1-800-Nittany

See the Penn State Football team play their annual Blue-White game on Saturday, April 12 at Beaver Stadium. Kick off is at 1:30pm. Come to University Park and cheer on the Nittany Lions! For more information or to purchase tickets call 1-800-Nittany or visit www.gopsusports.com

 

Juniata College Baseball

4/12/2014 3:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/jnt-cllg-bsbll9

1700 Moore Street Huntingdon (814) 641-3000

Juniata College will play Drew at home on Saturday, April 12 at 3pm. Come out to this game and cheer on the Juniata College baseball team! For more information contact Juniata College at (814) 641-3000.

 

Juniata College Baseball

4/13/2014 12:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/jnt-cllg-bsbll10

1700 Moore Street Huntingdon (814) 641-3000

Juniata College will play Drew at home on Sunday, April 13 at 12pm. Come out to this game and cheer on the Juniata College baseball team! For more information contact Juniata College at (814) 641-3000.

 

Easter Egg Hunt at Couchs Subs and Groceries

4/13/2014 2:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/easter-egg-hunt-at-couchs-subs-and-groceries

13605 Greenwood Road McAlveys Fort (814) 667-2016

Come to Couchs Subs and Groceries on Sunday, April 13 at 2pm for an Easter Egg Hunt! Bring your own basket or container to collect the eggs you find. Rain date is April 19. For more information call Couchs Subs and Groceries at (814) 667-2016.

 

Juniata College Softball

4/15/2014 3:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/jnt-cllg-sftbll9

1700 Moore Street Huntingdon (814) 641-3000

Juniata College will play Penn State-Harrisburg at home on Tuesday, April 15 at 3pm.Come out to this game and cheer on Juniata! For more information contact Juniata College at (814) 641-3000.

 

Juniata College Softball

4/15/2014 5:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/jnt-cllg-sftbll10

1700 Moore Street Huntingdon (814) 641-3000

Juniata College will play Penn State-Harrisburg at home on Tuesday, April 15 at 5pm.Come out to this game and cheer on Juniata! For more information contact Juniata College at (814) 641-3000.

 

Migration Morning at Shavers Creek Environmental Center

4/16/2014 7:00 AM

http://raystown.org/events/mgrtn-mrnng-at-sec1

3400 Discovery Road Petersburg (814) 863-2000

Come to Shavers Creek Environmental Center on Wednesday, April 16 at 7am for Migration Morning. Take a leisurely hike to see and hear the numerous bird species that migrate through central Pennsylvania. Shavers Creek naturalists Doug Wentzel and Joshua Potter will help participants identify the songs, calls and field marks of species from hawks and eagles to thrushes and woodpeckers. Bring a good pair of hiking boots, binoculars, any guide books you have, and an inquisitive mind! Migration Morning walks are open to birders of all experience levels. Some binoculars are available to borrow. For more information contact Shavers Creek Environmental Center at (814) 863-2000.

 

Rothrock Outfitters-Group Bike Ride

4/16/2014 4:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/rro-grp-bk-rd-40

418 Penn Street Huntingdon (814) 643-7226

Get out your mountain bike and ride with us! Enjoy a group bike ride every Wednesday at various locations throughout Huntingdon County. Every Wednesday meet at Rothrock Outfitters at 4pm to join others for a fabulous ride! For more information contact Rothrock Outfitters at (814) 643-7226.

 

Altoona Curve Baseball Game

4/17/2014 6:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/altn-crv-bsbll-gm7

1000 Park Avenue Altoona (814) 943-9050

The Altoona Curve will host the Akron Rubberducks on Thursday, April 17 at 6:30pm at Peoples Natural Gas Field. The game will be followed by an eye dazzling fireworks show! The Altoona Curve is the Double-A Eastern League affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates and plays 71 home games from April to September at Blair County Ballpark. Do not miss this great opportunity to cheer on the Altoona Curve! For more information contact the Curve main office at (814) 943-9050 or [email protected].

 

Spring Thaw Youth Art and Writing Exhibit at the Art Space

4/18/2014 through 5/3/2014

http://raystown.org/events/spring-thaw-youth-art-and-writing-exhibit-at-the-art-space

4th Street Huntingdon (814) 643-6220

Enjoy art and writing by Huntingdon County youth at the Art Space from Friday, April 18 to Saturday, May 3.This event is hosted by the Huntingdon County Arts Council. For more information contact the Huntingdon County Arts Council at (814) 643-6220.

 

Altoona Curve Baseball Game

4/18/2014 6:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/altn-crv-bsbll-gm8

1000 Park Avenue Altoona (814) 943-9050

The Altoona Curve will host the Akron Rubberducks on Friday, April 18 at 6:30pm at Peoples Natural Gas Field. The game will be followed by an eye dazzling fireworks show! The Altoona Curve is the Double-A Eastern League affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates and plays 71 home games from April to September at Blair County Ballpark. Do not miss this great opportunity to cheer on the Altoona Curve! For more information contact the Curve main office at (814) 943-9050 or [email protected].

 

Penn State Baseball vs. Illinois

4/18/2014 6:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/pnn-stt-bsbll-vs-illinois

701 Porter Road University Park 1-800-Nittany

Come see the Penn State baseball team host Illinois at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park on Friday, April 18 at 6:30pm. Be sure to attend and cheer on the Nittany Lions! For more information contact the Penn State sports ticket office at 1-800-Nittany.

 

The Bunny Hop 5K Race

4/19/2014 9:00 AM

http://raystown.org/events/the-bunny-hop-5k-race

PO Box 255 Mount Union (814) 386-3936

Come out and participate in The Bunny Hop 5K Race on Saturday, April 19 at 9am. The Bunny Hop is a 5k race created by a group of Mount Union High school students for their graduation project. In addition to the 5k race, there will be a 1-mile walk is being held to spread awareness for hydrocephalus, in honor of Cierra Bickle. Registration is at 9 a.m. and the run/walk starts at 10 a.m. This event is a member of the Raystown Races 5K Circuit. To learn more about the Raystown Races 5K Circuit, visit www.raystownraces.org. For more information or to register contact Jeremy Crouse at (814) 386-3936 or [email protected].

 

Clean-up Day at Greenwood Furnace State Park

4/19/2014 9:00 AM

http://raystown.org/events/clean-up-day-at-gfp

15795 Greenwood Road Huntingdon (814) 667-1800

Greenwood Furnace State Park will hold its annual Spring Clean-up Day from 9 am to 12 pm on Saturday, April 19. Volunteers should report to the Blacksmith Shop for orientation and work assignments. Please call the park office at (814) 667-1800 to register by Wednesday, April 16. Spring Clean-up Day is an excellent way to give something back to the parks by lending a hand in getting them ready for the summer. Volunteers will be asked to work on small and large clean-up projects and will be assigned to projects based on their skills, abilities and desires. Participants should bring work gloves, and if possible, tools such as rakes and shovels that may be in short supply. Boy and Girl Scouts can earn community service time by participating in the event. For the latest information on Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful and the Great American Cleanup of Pennsylvania, please visit www.gacofpa.org. For information about this and other park programs visit the Calendar of Events at the State Parks website at www.visitPAparks.com

 

Altoona Curve Baseball Game

4/19/2014 1:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/altn-crv-bsbll-gm9

1000 Park Avenue Altoona (814) 943-9050

The Altoona Curve will host the Akron Rubberducks on Saturday, April 19 at 1:00pm at Peoples Natural Gas Field. The game will be followed by an eye dazzling fireworks show! The Altoona Curve is the Double-A Eastern League affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates and plays 71 home games from April to September at Blair County Ballpark. Do not miss this great opportunity to cheer on the Altoona Curve! For more information contact the Curve main office at (814) 943-9050 or [email protected].

 

Juniata College Softball

4/19/2014 1:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/jnt-cllg-sftbll11

1700 Moore Street Huntingdon (814) 641-3000

Juniata College will play Susquehanna at home on Saturday, April 19 at 1pm.Come out to this game and cheer on Juniata! For more information contact Juniata College at (814) 641-3000.

 

Penn State Baseball vs. Illinois

4/19/2014 2:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/pnn-stt-bsbll-vs-illinois1

701 Porter Road University Park 1-800-Nittany

Come see the Penn State baseball team host Illinois at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park on Saturday, April 19 at 2:00pm. Be sure to attend and cheer on the Nittany Lions! For more information contact the Penn State sports ticket office at 1-800-Nittany.

 

Juniata College Softball

4/19/2014 3:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/jnt-cllg-sftbll15

1700 Moore Street Huntingdon (814) 641-3000

Juniata College will play Susquehanna at home on Saturday, April 19 at 3pm.Come out to this game and cheer on Juniata! For more information contact Juniata College at (814) 641-3000.

 

Easter Brunch at The Bistro at The Village Green

4/20/2014 11:00 AM

http://raystown.org/events/easter-brunch-at-the-bistro-at-the-village-green

429 South Market Street Martinsburg (814) 793-5238

Enjoy Easter Brunch at The Bistro at the Village Green on Sunday, April 20 from 11am-2pm. Featuring all of your holiday favorites from pineapple ham to banana cream pie! Costs are $17.95/adult and $10.95/child (10 and under) Reservations required. For more information or to make a reservation call The Bistro at the Village Green at (814) 793-5234.

 

Penn State Baseball vs. Illinois

4/20/2014 1:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/pnn-stt-bsbll-vs-illinois2

701 Porter Road University Park 1-800-Nittany

Come see the Penn State baseball team host Illinois at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park on Sunday, April 20 at 1:00pm. Be sure to attend and cheer on the Nittany Lions! For more information contact the Penn State sports ticket office at 1-800-Nittany.

 

Juniata College Baseball

4/21/2014 3:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/jnt-cllg-bsbll11

1700 Moore Street Huntingdon (814) 641-3000

Juniata College will play Elizabethtown at home on Monday, April 21 at 3pm. Come out to this game and cheer on the Juniata College baseball team! For more information contact Juniata College at (814) 641-3000.

 

Altoona Curve Baseball Game

4/21/2014 6:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/altn-crv-bsbll-gm10

1000 Park Avenue Altoona (814) 943-9050

The Altoona Curve will host the Harrisburg Senators on Monday, April 21 at 6:30pm at Peoples Natural Gas Field. The game will be followed by an eye dazzling fireworks show! The Altoona Curve is the Double-A Eastern League affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates and plays 71 home games from April to September at Blair County Ballpark. Do not miss this great opportunity to cheer on the Altoona Curve! For more information contact the Curve main office at (814) 943-9050 or [email protected].

 

Altoona Curve Baseball Game

4/22/2014 6:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/altn-crv-bsbll-gm11

1000 Park Avenue Altoona (814) 943-9050

The Altoona Curve will host the Harrisburg Senators on Tuesday, April 22 at 6:30pm at Peoples Natural Gas Field. The game will be followed by an eye dazzling fireworks show! The Altoona Curve is the Double-A Eastern League affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates and plays 71 home games from April to September at Blair County Ballpark. Do not miss this great opportunity to cheer on the Altoona Curve! For more information contact the Curve main office at (814) 943-9050 or [email protected].

 

Migration Morning at Shavers Creek Environmental Center

4/23/2014 7:00 AM

http://raystown.org/events/mgrtn-mrnng-at-sec2

3400 Discovery Road Petersburg (814) 863-2000

Come to Shavers Creek Environmental Center on Wednesday, April 23 at 7am for Migration Morning. Take a leisurely hike to see and hear the numerous bird species that migrate through central Pennsylvania. Shavers Creek naturalists Doug Wentzel and Joshua Potter will help participants identify the songs, calls and field marks of species from hawks and eagles to thrushes and woodpeckers. Bring a good pair of hiking boots, binoculars, any guide books you have, and an inquisitive mind! Migration Morning walks are open to birders of all experience levels. Some binoculars are available to borrow. For more information contact Shavers Creek Environmental Center at (814) 863-2000.

 

Rothrock Outfitters-Group Bike Ride

4/23/2014 4:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/rro-grp-bk-rd-41

418 Penn Street Huntingdon (814) 643-7226

Get out your mountain bike and ride with us! Enjoy a group bike ride every Wednesday at various locations throughout Huntingdon County. Every Wednesday meet at Rothrock Outfitters at 4pm to join others for a fabulous ride! For more information contact Rothrock Outfitters at (814) 643-7226.

 

Altoona Curve Baseball Game

4/23/2014 6:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/altn-crv-bsbll-gm12

1000 Park Avenue Altoona (814) 943-9050

The Altoona Curve will host the Harrisburg Senators on Wednesday, April 23 at 6:30pm at Peoples Natural Gas Field. The game will be followed by an eye dazzling fireworks show! The Altoona Curve is the Double-A Eastern League affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates and plays 71 home games from April to September at Blair County Ballpark. Do not miss this great opportunity to cheer on the Altoona Curve! For more information contact the Curve main office at (814) 943-9050 or [email protected].

 

Altoona Curve Baseball Game

4/24/2014 6:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/altn-crv-bsbll-gm13

1000 Park Avenue Altoona (814) 943-9050

The Altoona Curve will host the Harrisburg Senators on Thursday, April 24 at 6:30pm at Peoples Natural Gas Field. The game will be followed by an eye dazzling fireworks show! The Altoona Curve is the Double-A Eastern League affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates and plays 71 home games from April to September at Blair County Ballpark. Do not miss this great opportunity to cheer on the Altoona Curve! For more information contact the Curve main office at (814) 943-9050 or [email protected].

 

Juniata Music Department: Percussion Ensemble

4/24/2014 7:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/juniata-music-department-percussion-ensemble

1700 Moore Street Huntingdon (814) 641-3000

Come to Juniata College to enjoy a performance by the Percussion Ensemble on Thursday, April 24, 2014 at 7:30pm. Tickets are $5/adults and FREE for students/children under age 18. For more information contact Juniata College at (814) 641-3000 or [email protected].

 

Annual Huntingdon Quilt Show

4/25/2014 and 4/26/2014

http://raystown.org/events/nnl-hgd-quilt-shw

310 5th Street Huntingdon (814) 643-5756

Come to the 23rd Annual Huntingdon Quilt Show at the Huntingdon Community Center on Friday and Saturday, April 25-26, 2014. Enjoy approximately 100 quilts on display, workshops, demonstrations, guild crafts, quilt-related items, food, and more! Friday Hours: 9am-7pm, Saturday Hours: 9am-4pm. This event is sponsored by the Redbud Quilt Guild. For more information: call (814) 542-2017 or (814) 643-5756, email [email protected].

 

Juniata College Mens Volleyball National Championship

4/25/2014 and 4/27/2014

http://raystown.org/events/jnt-cllg-mns-vllybll-ntnl-chmps

1700 Moore Street Huntingdon (814) 641-3000

Come to Juniata College for the 2014 NCAA Divison III Mens Volleyball National Championship playoffs! Juniata is only the third host in the history of the NCAA Division III title match. The Eagles will welcome the nation's top teams in the semifinal and championship matches on April 25-27 at the Kennedy Sports and Recreation Center. Check back later for a full schedule of games and times. For further details contact the Information Desk at Juniata College at (814) 641-3000.

 

The Playhouse at McConnellstown presents Blithe Spirit

4/25/2014 8:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/tpm-presents-blithe-spirit

11680 Raystown Road McConnellstown (814) 627-0311

Enjoy Blithe Spirit by Noel Coward at The Playhouse at McConnellstown on April 25, 26, 27 and May 1, 2, 3, 4. This much-revived classic offers up fussy, cantankerous novelist Charles Condomine, remarried but haunted (literally) by the ghost of his late first wife, Elvira, who is accidentally conjured up by the inept but sincere medium Madame Arcati. As the unworldly and worldly personalities of Elvira and Charles' current wife Ruth clash, Madame Arcati attempts to undo her mystical mistake. Can she? For more information contact The Playhouse at McConnellstown at (814) 627-0311 or visit www.littletheater.com

 

Raystown Lake Cleanup Day

4/26/2014 8:00 AM

http://raystown.org/events/raystown-lake-cleanup-day0426

Tatman Run Recreation Area (814) 658-6812

Calling all volunteers! Show your love for Raystown! Help the Friends of Raystown Lake clean up Raystown Lake on Saturday, April 26, 2014 from 8am-noon at Tatman Run, Raystown Lake. Volunteers and boats are needed. Come out and spend a day cleaning up remote areas of shoreline. This is a great event for young and old, clubs and individuals, and most of all YOU! Free lunch provided for volunteers. We need volunteer vessels and captains too. Visit our website for details at www.raystown.nab.usace.army.mil Do not miss this great opportunity to make a positive influence on the environment! For further information contact Melissa Bean at (814) 658-6812.

 

Annual Dr. David Miller 5K Run

4/26/2014 8:30 AM

http://raystown.org/events/dr.-david-miller-5k-run

1225 Warm Springs Avenue Huntingdon (814) 643-8548

Come participate Annual Dr. David Miller Memorial Run and Walk on Saturday, April 26. The event will kick off the annual Mayfest celebration in downtown Huntingdon. All of the morning events begin at the Medical Office Building Entrance of J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital. The 5K Walk and 5K Road Race follow the same route from the Hospital, through the campuses of Juniata College and Huntingdon Area High School, and finish at the top of Hospital Hill. This event is sponsored by the JC Blair Memorial Hospital Foundation and a member of the Raystown Races 5K Circuit.To learn more about the Raystown Races 5K Circuit, visit http://www.raystownraces.org. For more information or to register for the race, call (814) 643-8548 or visit www.jcblair.org

 

US Coast Guard Boating Safety Class

4/26/2014 8:30 AM

http://raystown.org/events/us-coast-guard-boating-safety-class1

6993 Seven Points Road Hesston (814) 643-3294

Are you interested in gaining valuable boating safety knowledge? Enroll in a US Coast Guard Boating Safety Class today! On Saturday, April 26, 2014 at the Raystown Lake Visitors Center, the US Coast Guard Auxiliary will be conducting a boating safety course. The class will be from 8:30am to 4:00pm and is suitable for beginner or experienced boaters. The class will include information relvant to recreational boating on both inland and coastal waters, with a particular emphasis on Pennsylvania laws and boating on local waters. Families and PWC operators are welcome! Cost is $20 per person. Pre-registration is required. Do not delay! Sign up today! For more information contact the local US Coast Guard Auxiliary at (814) 643-3294.

 

5th Annual Perseverance 5K Race

4/26/2014 8:30 AM

http://raystown.org/events/5th-annual-perserverance-5k-race

PO Box 255 Mount Union (814) 203-5399

Participate in the 5th Annual Perseverance 5K Race at the Grace Community Church, Poplar Street, Mount Union on Saturday, April 26 at 8:30am. This is our 5th Annual Perseverance 5k and we are now including mud & obstacles!!! You can register to walk, run or obstacle the 5k-your choice. The race will be benefiting Crossroads Pregnancy Center located in Mifflin, Huntingdon & Juniata counties. This race is centered around Hebrew 12:1 "Therefore since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us." There is no doubt that life will try to entangle us, but if we trust in God, we can run our race with perseverance and win! For more information or to register for the event, call Melissa Henry at (814) 203-5399.

 

Mayfest of Huntingdon

4/26/2014 9:00 AM

http://raystown.org/events/myfst-of-hgd

Washington Street Huntingdon (814) 386-2638

Come to Mayfest on Saturday, April 26, 2014 from 9am-5pm! Mayfest is the only festival of its kind in Pennsylvania. Stroll through our history with a different historical theme in each block. Mayfest presents living history programs with period-correct dancing, music, re-enactors and demonstrations. Children's activities and educational fun are in abundance along with great food and craft vendors. Free music on every block, costumes, carriage rides, plus a quilt show and sale & arts show and sale. FREE ADMISSION! FREE PARKING! Only 2 blocks from Huntingdon Amtrak station. For more information visit http://mayfestofhuntingdon.org

 

Clean-up Day at Whipple Dam State Park

4/26/2014 9:00 AM

http://raystown.org/events/clean-up-day-at-wdp

Laurel Run Road Stone Valley (814) 667-1800

Whipple Dam State Park will hold its annual Spring Clean-up Day from 9 am to 12 pm on Saturday, April 26. The event will be sponsored and led by the Friends of Greenwood Furnace. Volunteers should report to the Concession Stand for orientation and work assignments. Please call the park office at (814) 667-1800 to register by Wednesday, April 23. Spring Clean-up Day is an excellent way to give something back to the parks by lending a hand in getting them ready for the summer. Volunteers will be asked to work on small and large clean-up projects and will be assigned to projects based on their skills, abilities and desires. Participants should bring work gloves, and if possible, tools such as rakes and shovels that may be in short supply. Boy and Girl Scouts can earn community service time by participating in the event. For the latest information on Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful and the Great American Cleanup of Pennsylvania, please visit www.gacofpa.org. For information about this and other park programs visit the Calendar of Events at the State Parks website at www.visitPAparks.com

 

The Playhouse at McConnellstown presents Blithe Spirit

4/26/2014 8:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/tpm-presents-blithe-spirit1

11680 Raystown Road McConnellstown (814) 627-0311

Enjoy Blithe Spirit by Noel Coward at The Playhouse at McConnellstown on April 25, 26, 27 and May 1, 2, 3, 4. This much-revived classic offers up fussy, cantankerous novelist Charles Condomine, remarried but haunted (literally) by the ghost of his late first wife, Elvira, who is accidentally conjured up by the inept but sincere medium Madame Arcati. As the unworldly and worldly personalities of Elvira and Charles' current wife Ruth clash, Madame Arcati attempts to undo her mystical mistake. Can she? For more information contact The Playhouse at McConnellstown at (814) 627-0311 or visit littletheater.com.

 

Earth Day Work Day at Shavers Creek Environmental Center

4/27/2014 8:30 AM

http://raystown.org/events/earth-day-work-day-at-sec

3400 Discovery Road Petersburg (814) 863-2000

Come to Shavers Creek Environmental Center for Earth Day Work Day on Sunday, April 27 from 8:30am-5:30pm. Gather with friends to plant trees, brighten gardens, and restore habitat at your nature center. Collaborate with half-day or full-day work projects. Enjoy lunch and a special program with our golden eagle to thank you for your hard work. We recommend projects for children ages 8 and up, and welcome different ability levels. Please bring a water bottle and dress for the weather! To register or for more information, call Shavers Creek Environmental Center at (814) 863-2000.

 

The Playhouse at McConnellstown presents Blithe Spirit

4/27/2014 2:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/tpm-presents-blithe-spirit2

11680 Raystown Road McConnellstown (814) 627-0311

Enjoy Blithe Spirit by Noel Coward at The Playhouse at McConnellstown on April 25, 26, 27 and May 1, 2, 3, 4. This much-revived classic offers up fussy, cantankerous novelist Charles Condomine, remarried but haunted (literally) by the ghost of his late first wife, Elvira, who is accidentally conjured up by the inept but sincere medium Madame Arcati. As the unworldly and worldly personalities of Elvira and Charles' current wife Ruth clash, Madame Arcati attempts to undo her mystical mistake. Can she? For more information contact The Playhouse at McConnellstown at (814) 627-0311 or visit www.littletheater.com

 

Juniata Music Department: Women's Chamber Choir

4/27/2014 3:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/juniata-music-department-womens-chamber-choir

1700 Moore Street Huntingdon (814) 641-3000

Come to Rosenberger Auditorium at Juniata College to enjoy a performance by the Women's Chamber Choir on Sunday, April 27, 2014 at 3:00pm. For more information contact Juniata College at (814) 641-3000 or [email protected].

 

Juniata College Softball

4/29/2014 3:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/jnt-cllg-sftbll13

1700 Moore Street Huntingdon (814) 641-3000

Juniata College will play Pitt.-Bradford at home on Saturday, April 29 at 3pm.Come out to this game and cheer on Juniata! For more information contact Juniata College at (814) 641-3000.

 

Juniata College Softball

4/29/2014 5:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/jnt-cllg-sftbll14

1700 Moore Street Huntingdon (814) 641-3000

Juniata College will play Pitt.-Bradford at home on Saturday, April 29 at 5pm.Come out to this game and cheer on Juniata! For more information contact Juniata College at (814) 641-3000.

 

Penn State Baseball vs. Kent State

4/29/2014 6:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/pnn-stt-bsbll-vs-knt-st

701 Porter Road University Park 1-800-Nittany

Come see the Penn State baseball team host Kent State at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park on Tuesday, April 29 at 6:30pm. Be sure to attend and cheer on the Nittany Lions! For more information contact the Penn State sports ticket office at 1-800-Nittany.

 

Juniata Music Department: Choral Union

4/29/2014 7:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/juniata-music-department-choral-union

1700 Moore Street Huntingdon (814) 641-3000

Come to Rosenberger Auditorium at Juniata College to enjoy a performance by the Choral Union on Tuesday, April 29, 2014 at 7:30pm. For more information contact Juniata College at (814) 641-3000 or [email protected].

 

Migration Morning at Shavers Creek Environmental Center

4/30/2014 7:00 AM

http://raystown.org/events/mgrtn-mrnng-at-sec3

3400 Discovery Road Petersburg (814) 863-2000

Come to Shavers Creek Environmental Center on Wednesday, April 30 at 7am for Migration Morning. Take a leisurely hike to see and hear the numerous bird species that migrate through central Pennsylvania. Shavers Creek naturalists Doug Wentzel and Joshua Potter will help participants identify the songs, calls and field marks of species from hawks and eagles to thrushes and woodpeckers. Bring a good pair of hiking boots, binoculars, any guide books you have, and an inquisitive mind! Migration Morning walks are open to birders of all experience levels. Some binoculars are available to borrow. For more information contact Shavers Creek Environmental Center at (814) 863-2000.

 

Rothrock Outfitters-Group Bike Ride

4/30/2014 4:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/rro-grp-bk-rd-42

418 Penn Street Huntingdon (814) 643-7226

Get out your mountain bike and ride with us! Enjoy a group bike ride every Wednesday at various locations throughout Huntingdon County. Every Wednesday meet at Rothrock Outfitters at 4pm to join others for a fabulous ride! For more information contact Rothrock Outfitters at (814) 643-7226.

 

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Huntingdon Farmers Market

5/1/2014 12:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/huntingdon-farmers-market

Portstown Park Huntingdon (814) 448-2423

Come to the Huntingdon Farmers Market at Portstown Park (7th and Penn St.) in Huntingdon every Thursday, May through October from 12pm-5pm. Buy local produce, grass fed beef, hand-made crafts and more! For more information contact Tony at [email protected].

 

Juniata Music Department: Jazz Ensemble

5/1/2014 7:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/juniata-music-department-jazz-ensemble

1700 Moore Street Huntingdon (814) 641-3000

Come to Rosenberger Auditorium at Juniata College to enjoy a performance by the Jazz Ensemble on Thursday, May 1, 2014 at 7:30pm. Tickets are $5/adults and FREE for students/children under age 18. For more information contact Juniata College at (814) 641-3000 or [email protected].

 

The Playhouse at McConnellstown presents Blithe Spirit

5/1/2014 8:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/tpm-presents-blithe-spirit3

11680 Raystown Road McConnellstown (814) 627-0311

Enjoy Blithe Spirit by Noel Coward at The Playhouse at McConnellstown on April 25, 26, 27 and May 1, 2, 3, 4. This much-revived classic offers up fussy, cantankerous novelist Charles Condomine, remarried but haunted (literally) by the ghost of his late first wife, Elvira, who is accidentally conjured up by the inept but sincere medium Madame Arcati. As the unworldly and worldly personalities of Elvira and Charles' current wife Ruth clash, Madame Arcati attempts to undo her mystical mistake. Can she? For more information contact The Playhouse at McConnellstown at (814) 627-0311 or visit www.littletheater.com

 

2014 Huntingdon County Home and Outdoor Show

5/2/2014-5/4/2014

starts at 4p on 5/2

http://raystown.org/events/2014-hgd-co-hm-and-outdoor-shw

10455 Fairgounds Access Road Huntingdon (814) 643-1110

Find the latest products and services for your home and yard, as well as meet many outdoor exhibitors at the annual Huntingdon County Home and Outdoor Show the weekend of May 2-4,2014, at the Huntingdon County Fairgrounds. Entertainment this year includes a gun show (entire show), mini- tractor pull on Saturday starting at 1 pm, skeet shooting (Sat and Sun) and a Cruise In Car Show on Sunday. Children will enjoy the scavenger hunt with prizes for all completed sheets. Enter to win $2000 in show bucks, with $100 dollars given away hourly. DIRECTIONS: The Fairgrounds are located off Route 22 at Fairgrounds Rd. Address: 10455 Fairgrounds Rd., Huntingdon, PA 16652 Show Hours: Friday, May 2, from 4-9 pm; Saturday May 3, from 11 am to 7 pm and Sunday, May 4, from noon to 6 pm. Admission is only $2.50 for adults; a weekend pass is $4. Kids are free. Come hungry! We'll have all your favorite fair foods. This event is presented by the Huntingdon County Chamber of Commerce and the Raystown Builders Association. Sponsors are Stanley Wensel General Contractor and WTAJ-TV Channel 10. More info at www.HuntingdonCountyShow.com or call 814-643-1110.

 

Altoona Curve Baseball Game

5/2/2014 6:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/altn-crv-bsbll-gm14

1000 Park Avenue Altoona (814) 943-9050

The Altoona Curve will host the Akron Rubberducks on Friday, May 2 at 6:30pm at Peoples Natural Gas Field. The game will be followed by an eye dazzling fireworks show! The Altoona Curve is the Double-A Eastern League affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates and plays 71 home games from April to September at Blair County Ballpark. Do not miss this great opportunity to cheer on the Altoona Curve! For more information contact the Curve main office at (814) 943-9050 or [email protected].

 

Shavers Creek Annual Birding Cup

5/2/2014 and 5/3/2014 24 hour competition

http://raystown.org/events/shavers-creek-annual-birding-cup1

3400 Discovery Road Petersburg (814) 863-2000

Come to The Birding Cup from May 2-3, 2014. The Birding Cup is a Shavers Creek annual fund-raising tournament and is a contest among teams of birders to identify the most number of bird species in a twenty-four-hour period in the central Pennsylvania region. Teams must compete based on a set of Birding Cup Rules, and the winning teams are awarded with their prizes immediately following the contest at Millbrook Marsh Nature Center in State College, Pennsylvania.The Cup selects winning teams in four categories. The Birding Cup goes to the team that identifies the most species overall. The County Cup goes to the team that finds the most species while searching in only one county. The Potter Mug is for the best team with at least half of its members who have less than two years of birding experience. The Birding Boot goes to the team that identifies the most species traveling only by non-motorized means (walking, biking, canoeing).Our fund-raising goal for this year's Birding Cup is $12,000. Pledges may be made per bird identified or in a single donation, and donors may choose to support a specific team. For more information, contact our office at [email protected] or by phone at (814) 863-2000 or (814) 667-3424. Download the official Birding Cup checklist of bird species in Pennsylvania.

 

The Playhouse at McConnellstown presents Blithe Spirit

5/2/2014 8:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/tpm-presents-blithe-spirit4

11680 Raystown Road McConnellstown (814) 627-0311

Enjoy Blithe Spirit by Noel Coward at The Playhouse at McConnellstown on April 25, 26, 27 and May 1, 2, 3, 4. This much-revived classic offers up fussy, cantankerous novelist Charles Condomine, remarried but haunted (literally) by the ghost of his late first wife, Elvira, who is accidentally conjured up by the inept but sincere medium Madame Arcati. As the unworldly and worldly personalities of Elvira and Charles' current wife Ruth clash, Madame Arcati attempts to undo her mystical mistake. Can she? For more information contact The Playhouse at McConnellstown at (814) 627-0311 or visit littletheater.com.

 

Central PA Native Plant Festival

5/3/2014 10:00 AM

http://raystown.org/events/central-pa-native-plant-festival1

3400 Discovery Road Petersburg (814) 863-2000

Come celebrate the arrival of spring, the return of wildflowers, and the beginning of another gardening season at the Central Pennsylvania Native Plant Festival on Saturday, May 3, 2014 from 10am-3pm at the Shavers Creek Environmental Center! Enjoy a hike, talk to plant experts, or join us for our scheduled educational walks and programs. Admission is free!

 

Kentucky Derby Party at Brookmere Winery

5/3/2014 4:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/kentucky-derby-party-at-brookmere-winery

5369 SR 655 Belleville (717) 935-5380

Come see the Kentucky Derby at Brookmere Winery on Saturday, May 3 from 4pm-9pm. Enjoy watching the derby on large screens, eat traditional derby fare by Down To Earth Catering, and participate in the derby hat contest! Reservations must be made by April 25th. Tickets are $55 per person and limited - call today to reserve your tickets! For more information or to purchase tickets call Brookmere Winery at (717) 935-5380.

 

Altoona Curve Baseball Game

5/3/2014 6:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/altn-crv-bsbll-gm15

1000 Park Avenue Altoona (814) 943-9050

The Altoona Curve will host the Akron Rubberducks on Saturday, May 3 at 6:30pm at Peoples Natural Gas Field. The game will be followed by an eye dazzling fireworks show! The Altoona Curve is the Double-A Eastern League affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates and plays 71 home games from April to September at Blair County Ballpark. Do not miss this great opportunity to cheer on the Altoona Curve! For more information contact the Curve main office at (814) 943-9050 or [email protected].

 

The Playhouse at McConnellstown presents Blithe Spirit

5/3/2014 8:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/tpm-presents-blithe-spirit5

11680 Raystown Road McConnellstown (814) 627-0311

Enjoy Blithe Spirit by Noel Coward at The Playhouse at McConnellstown on April 25, 26, 27 and May 1, 2, 3, 4. This much-revived classic offers up fussy, cantankerous novelist Charles Condomine, remarried but haunted (literally) by the ghost of his late first wife, Elvira, who is accidentally conjured up by the inept but sincere medium Madame Arcati. As the unworldly and worldly personalities of Elvira and Charles' current wife Ruth clash, Madame Arcati attempts to undo her mystical mistake. Can she? For more information contact The Playhouse at McConnellstown at (814) 627-0311 or visit www.littletheater.com

 

Raystown Lake Fish Structure Building Days

5/4/2014 8:00 AM

http://raystown.org/events/raystown-lake-fish-structure-building-days1

Weaver Falls Boat Launch (814) 658-6811

Come to the Raystown Lake Fish Structure Building Day on Sunday, May 4, 2014 from 8am-noon at the Weaver Falls Boat Launch, Raystown Lake. Help The Corps of Engineers improve underwater fish habitat at Raystown by volunteering your time to build artificial habitat structures. Bring yourself and we will supply the training, tools and materials. Light refreshments provided for all volunteers. All ages and experience levels welcome! For more information Contact Ranger Tara Whitsel at (814) 658-6811.

 

3rd Annual Greenwood Furnace Trail Challenge

5/4/2014 8:00 AM

http://raystown.org/events/3rd-annual-greenwood-furnace-trail-challenge

15795 Greenwood Road Huntingdon (814) 667-1800

Greenwood Furnace State Park will host a half-marathon race on Sunday, May 4, 2014. The third annual Greenwood Furnace Trail Challenge is an intense, rugged, single track half- marathon. A figure 8 route of rocky climbs and nasty downhills; it starts at Greenwood Furnace State Park, climbs to the fire tower, drops down in to Alan Seeger Natural Area before climbing back to the tower, and then returns down to the park. All proceeds from the race will go towards two charities, one local and one international. For more information or to register, e-mail Nathan at [email protected].

 

Altoona Curve Baseball Game

5/4/2014 1:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/altn-crv-bsbll-gm16

1000 Park Avenue Altoona (814) 943-9050

The Altoona Curve will host the Akron Rubberducks on Sunday, May 4 at 1:00pm at Peoples Natural Gas Field. The Altoona Curve is the Double-A Eastern League affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates and plays 71 home games from April to September at Blair County Ballpark. Do not miss this great opportunity to cheer on the Altoona Curve! For more information contact the Curve main office at (814) 943-9050 or [email protected].

 

The Playhouse at McConnellstown presents Blithe Spirit

5/4/2014 2:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/tpm-presents-blithe-spirit6

11680 Raystown Road McConnellstown (814) 627-0311

Enjoy Blithe Spirit by Noel Coward at The Playhouse at McConnellstown on April 25, 26, 27 and May 1, 2, 3, 4. This much-revived classic offers up fussy, cantankerous novelist Charles Condomine, remarried but haunted (literally) by the ghost of his late first wife, Elvira, who is accidentally conjured up by the inept but sincere medium Madame Arcati. As the unworldly and worldly personalities of Elvira and Charles' current wife Ruth clash, Madame Arcati attempts to undo her mystical mistake. Can she? For more information contact The Playhouse at McConnellstown at (814) 627-0311 or visit www.littletheater.com

 

Altoona Curve Baseball Game

5/5/2014 6:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/altn-crv-bsbll-gm17

1000 Park Avenue Altoona (814) 943-9050

The Altoona Curve will host the Binghamton Mets on Monday, May 5 at 6:30pm at Peoples Natural Gas Field. The Altoona Curve is the Double-A Eastern League affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates and plays 71 home games from April to September at Blair County Ballpark. Do not miss this great opportunity to cheer on the Altoona Curve! For more information contact the Curve main office at (814) 943-9050 or [email protected].

 

Altoona Curve Baseball Game

5/6/2014 6:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/altn-crv-bsbll-gm18

1000 Park Avenue Altoona (814) 943-9050

The Altoona Curve will host the Binghamton Mets on Tuesday, May 6 at 6:30pm at Peoples Natural Gas Field. The Altoona Curve is the Double-A Eastern League affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates and plays 71 home games from April to September at Blair County Ballpark. Do not miss this great opportunity to cheer on the Altoona Curve! For more information contact the Curve main office at (814) 943-9050 or [email protected].

 

Migration Morning at Shavers Creek Environmental Center

5/7/2014 7:00 AM

http://raystown.org/events/mgrtn-mrnng-at-sec4

3400 Discovery Road Petersburg (814) 863-2000

Come to Shavers Creek Environmental Center on Wednesday, May 7 at 7am for Migration Morning. Take a leisurely hike to see and hear the numerous bird species that migrate through central Pennsylvania. Shavers Creek naturalists Doug Wentzel and Joshua Potter will help participants identify the songs, calls and field marks of species from hawks and eagles to thrushes and woodpeckers. Bring a good pair of hiking boots, binoculars, any guide books you have, and an inquisitive mind! Migration Morning walks are open to birders of all experience levels. Some binoculars are available to borrow. For more information contact Shavers Creek Environmental Center at (814) 863-2000.

 

Altoona Curve Baseball Game

5/7/2014 10:30 AM

http://raystown.org/events/altn-crv-bsbll-gm19

1000 Park Avenue Altoona (814) 943-9050

The Altoona Curve will host the Binghamton Mets on Wednesday, May 7 at 10:30am at Peoples Natural Gas Field. The Altoona Curve is the Double-A Eastern League affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates and plays 71 home games from April to September at Blair County Ballpark. Do not miss this great opportunity to cheer on the Altoona Curve! For more information contact the Curve main office at (814) 943-9050 or [email protected].

 

Rothrock Outfitters-Group Bike Ride

5/7/2014 4:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/rro-grp-bk-rd-43

418 Penn Street Huntingdon (814) 643-7226

Get out your mountain bike and ride with us! Enjoy a group bike ride every Wednesday at various locations throughout Huntingdon County. Every Wednesday meet at Rothrock Outfitters at 4pm to join others for a fabulous ride! For more information contact Rothrock Outfitters at (814) 643-7226.

 

Songwriters Workshop at Boxers Cafe

5/7/2014 7:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/sngwrtrs-wrkshp-at-bxc8

410 Penn Street Huntingdon (814) 643-5013

Stop by at Boxers Cafe the first Wednesday of the month at 7pm for Pete Caccamo 's Songwriters Workshop. A great opportunity to connect with musicians both locally and from abroad! For more information contact Boxers Cafe at (814) 643-5013 or visit boxerscafe.com.

 

Management and Leadership Conference

5/8/2014 8:30 AM

http://raystown.org/events/management-and-leadership-conference

10034 Raystown Road Huntingdon (814) 641-6408

Attend a FREE Management and Leadership Conference Thursday, May 8 at the PA Army National Guard Readiness Center (Armory) from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch will be available for purchase, the proceeds will benefit the Army National Guard Family Readiness Group. You may also opt to get lunch on your own at any number of the restaurants nearby. To register please call or email Helen Pyzowski at (814) 641-6408 or [email protected].

 

Huntingdon Farmers Market

5/8/2014 12:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/huntingdon-farmers-market1

Portstown Park Huntingdon (814) 448-2423

Come to the Huntingdon Farmers Market at Portstown Park (7th and Penn St.) in Huntingdon every Thursday, May through October from 12pm-5pm. Buy local produce, grass fed beef, hand-made crafts and more! For more information contact Tony at [email protected].

 

Penn State Baseball vs. Indiana

5/9/2014 6:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/pnn-stt-bsbll-vs-indiana

701 Porter Road University Park 1-800-Nittany

Come see the Penn State baseball team host Kent State at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park on Friday, May 9 at 6:30pm. Be sure to attend and cheer on the Nittany Lions! For more information contact the Penn State sports ticket office at 1-800-Nittany.

 

Raystown Lake Fish Structure Building Days

5/10/2014 8:00 AM

http://raystown.org/events/raystown-lake-fish-structure-building-days2

Weaver Falls Boat Launch (814) 658-6811

Come to the Raystown Lake Fish Structure Building Day on Saturday, May 10, 2014 from 8am-noon at the Weaver Falls Boat Launch, Raystown Lake. Help The Corps of Engineers improve underwater fish habitat at Raystown by volunteering your time to build artificial habitat structures. Bring yourself and we will supply the training, tools and materials. Light refreshments provided for all volunteers. All ages and experience levels welcome! For more information Contact Ranger Tara Whitsel at (814) 658-6811.

 

Opening Day at DelGrossos Amusement Park

5/10/2014 11:00 AM

http://raystown.org/events/pnng-dy-at-dap

4352 East Pleasant Valley Blvd Tipton (866) 684-3538

Join us for Opening Day at Delgrossos Amusement Park on Saturday, May 10, 2014. Enjoy 2 hours of FREE rides (11am-1pm). Nestled in the Allegheny Mountains of Central Pennsylvania, DelGrosso 's Amusement Park has been providing fun, food and memories for over six decades. When Fred DelGrosso purchased the Park in 1946, he vowed to keep it safe, clean, fun, affordable and delicious! As the popularity of Fred 's spaghetti sauce grew, so did the Park. Today, it is a modern family fun facility which includes more than 30 rides, an extensive water-park, go-karts, a beautiful miniature golf course and America 's Best Amusement Park Food. For more information contact DelGrosso's Amusement Park at (866) 684-3538.

 

Weekend Sightseeing Lake Cruise at Seven Points Marina

5/10/2014 and 5/11/2014 1:30 PM

http://raystown.org/events/wknd-sghtsng-lk-crs-spm

5922 Seven Points Marina Drive Hesston (814) 658-3074

Sit back, relax, and enjoy a two hour narrated sightseeing cruise aboard the Princess Lake Cruiser! During the cruise you will witness some of the most beautiful shoreline of Raystown Lake! You will also pass points of historical interest and catch a glimpse of some very interesting wildlife, including our resident bald eagles. Cruise departs Seven Points Marina at 1:30pm every Saturday and Sunday from Saturday, May 10 to Sunday, October 12. For more information call Seven Points Marina at (814) 658-3074 or visit www.7pointsmarina.com

 

Penn State Baseball vs. Indiana

5/10/2014 2:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/pnn-stt-bsbll-vs-indiana1

701 Porter Road University Park 1-800-Nittany

Come see the Penn State baseball team host Indiana at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park on Saturday, May 10 at 2:00pm. Be sure to attend and cheer on the Nittany Lions! For more information contact the Penn State sports ticket office at 1-800-Nittany.

 

Mothers Day at DelGrossos Amusement Park

5/11/2014 11:00 AM

http://raystown.org/events/mthrs-dy-at-dap

4352 East Pleasant Valley Blvd Tipton (866) 684-3538

Join us for Mother's Day at DelGrossos Amusement Park on Sunday, May 11, 2014. Moms ride for FREE! Nestled in the Allegheny Mountains of Central Pennsylvania, DelGrossos Amusement Park has been providing fun, food and memories for over six decades. When Fred DelGrosso purchased the Park in 1946, he vowed to keep it safe, clean, fun, affordable and delicious! As the popularity of Fred's spaghetti sauce grew, so did the Park. Today, it is a modern family fun facility which includes more than 30 rides, an extensive water-park, go-karts, a beautiful miniature golf course and America's Best Amusement Park Food. For more information contact DelGrossos Amusement Park at (814) 684-3538.

 

Mothers Day Buffet at Lake Raystown Resort

5/11/2014 11:00 AM

http://raystown.org/events/mothers-day-buffet-at-lrr1

3101 Chipmunk Crossing Entriken (814) 658-3500

Treat Mom to a fantastic lunch buffet at Lake Raystown Resort on Sunday, May 11 from 11am-3pm. Reservations are strongly suggested. For more information or to make reservations, call Lake Raystown Resort, An RVC Outdoor Destination at (814) 658-3500.

 

Penn State Baseball vs. Indiana

5/11/2014 1:00 PM

http://raystown.org/events/pnn-stt-bsbll-vs-indiana2

701 Porter Road University Park 1-800-Nittany

Come see the Penn State baseball team host Indiana at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park on Sunday at 1:00pm. Be sure to attend and cheer on the Nittany Lions! For more information contact the Penn State sports ticket office at 1-800-Nittany.

 

About the Raystown Lake Region of Pennsylvania
Contact the Huntingdon County Visitors Bureau (HCVB) and learn about all that the Raystown Lake Region has to offer. With many outdoor public spaces, the Raystown Lake Region has opportunities aplenty to breathe in the fresh air, walk through the forest or enjoy the unspoiled shoreline scenery of Raystown Lake. So bring your boots, kayak and mountain bike to really get the most out of your time in Huntingdon County. You will find many spots to relax and unwind that are free to access like Trough Creek, Greenwood Furnace and Whipple Dam State Parks, the Juniata College Peace Chapel and the Seven Points Recreation Area. Other options include kicking back on a Raystown Lake boat tour, delving into the natural wonders of Huntingdon County underground on a cave tour or discovering one of our local museums filled with living history and local lore. You can always contact the HCVB office either prior to or during a "Raycation" for more information: (888) 729-7869, [email protected] or online at Raystown.org.
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