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by Nancy Bishop Visiting the area for the Little League World Series in Williamsport later this month? When you’re not at the games in Lamade Stadium from August 15 – August 25, you may want to take advantage of the many other things to do and see in the surrounding area. Of course, if you have children along, you’re certainly …
by Nancy Bishop One of the highlights of summer in this part of Pennsylvania are the local fairs and carnivals. And whether you’re looking for great “Fair Food,” free entertainment, lots of rides for the kids (and the kids at heart) or even a chance to see the farm animals and the prize-winning pies, you’ll find it this year at …
On Saturday, August 24th and Sunday, August 25th, head out to Columbia County for a special event – the 2nd Annual “Freewheelin’ at Forks Farm”, hosted by Forks Farm Market, the Dutch Wheelman Bicycle Shop, and various other local businesses. Enjoy a weekend of scenic bicycling through Central Pennsylvania and experience some of the best local foods and flavors along …
Escaping to the great outdoors is one of the best ways to make the most of your summer. Columbia & Montour Counties and the surrounding region is known far and wide for its outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking, kayaking, tubing, fishing, boating, hunting, and more. For the trail lovers out there, we’ve decided to come up with a short list …
Winning photograph will be featured as this year’s edition of Visitors Bureau’s historic Covered Bridge Puzzle series. BLOOMSBURG, PA – The Columbia-Montour Visitors Bureau is pleased to announce this year’s Covered Bridge Photo Contest winners. The overall winning image will be featured as the 2019 Covered Bridge Puzzle. This year’s puzzle will be released in the fall as the ninth …
by Nancy Bishop Get ready for a taste of the Old West as the 35th Annual Frontier Days & Championship Rodeo comes to Benton July 16 to 21! Voted one of the best of the more than 65 rodeos east of the Mississippi River by the American Professional Rodeo Association, the event draws cowboys and cowgirls from all over the …
The Bloomsburg Children’s Museum will host its first-ever “Night at the Museum” Gala on Saturday, September 7, 2019 from 6-9 p.m. to benefit the museum’s many exhibits and educational programs. This adults-only gathering will be held on-site: both inside the Children’s Museum, 2 West 7th Street, Bloomsburg and under a tent on Center Street. The Gala is a black tie …
Next weekend, the Danville Heritage Festival will again take place throughout the town. From Friday, July 19th until Sunday, July 21nd, enjoy a unique celebration of our region’s heritage. The festival is centered around Hess Field and features a series of living history demonstrations on Saturday, July 20st. Throughout the weekend, there will be various events taking place; an iron …
by Nancy Bishop “The Best Weekend of the Year” – That’s what fans call the Briggs Farm Blues Festival, an annual celebration of the Blues music tradition that’s been going on every year since 1998. Whether you’re in the mood for Mississippi-style Blues, Contemporary Blues or Gospel Blues, you’ll find it at the 22nd Briggs Farm Blues Festival July 11-14. The …
Below is a list of June & July fireworks displays in Columbia & Montour Counties and the region beyond. June 29th: Lewisburg, Wolfe Field, 9:30 pm, Rain Date June 30. Mifflinburg, Hidden Valley Camping Resort, dusk, No Rain Date Nanticoke, LCCC, Dusk, Rain Date June 30 at Dusk July 3rd: Hazleton, City View Park, 9:45 pm Montgomery, Montgomery Park, …
