Somerset County Pennsylvania Chamber of Commerce

STOYESTOWN 250 YEAR CELEBRATION
2024-05-27 13:30 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Stoystown
Stoystown’s Annual Memorial Day Parade is May 27th. There will be a speaker at 1:30 with a parade to follow.

CREEMEES (ICE CREAM)
2024-05-26 13:00 - 18:00, 2024-05-25 15:00 - 20:00, 2024-05-19 13:00 - 18:00, 2024-05-18 15:00 - 20:00, 2024-05-12 13:00 - 18:00, 2024-05-11 15:00 - 20:00 | Hillegas Sugar Camp
Who’s ready for Maple Creemees (Ice Cream)? Hillegas Sugar Camp opened for the season on April 13. They will be open Saturdays from 3 pm till 8 pm and Sundays from 1 pm till 6 pm until October 20, 2024.
Hillegas Sugar Camp is located at 455 Dividing Ridge Road in Fairhope. Questions, call 814-233-5843 or 814-483-0366. Also follow them on Facebook.

LAUREL ARTS SUMMER MUSIC SERIES
2024-05-25 17:00 - 20:00 | Laurel Arts
Laurel Arts Summer Music Series starts May 25

Join us under the open sky for the 5th Annual Laurel Arts Summer Music Series! Bring your family, friends, and your favorite lawn chair to experience the joy of live music right in the heart of Somerset County!
JD & Cindy Ross will be playing from 5-8 PM on May 25th. The local food vendors for the evening are Legends Caribbean Grill, BYOB
This family-friendly event is free to the public, making it the perfect addition to your summer plans. Let’s make memories together at the Laurel Arts Summer Music Series!

PA MYTHS & LEGENDS
2024-05-25 10:00 - 18:00 | Bakersville Community Grove
PA Myths & Legends Festival, May 25, 2024 at the Bakersville Community Grove Park, Somerset at 2287 East Bakersville Edie Road.
This is an event for the whole family, whether you’re a believer, skeptic or knower. Come and hear from Bigfoot eyewitnesses. Individuals who have experienced UFO and Alien encounters and researchers will share their knowledge.
Vendors- Food Trucks-Guest Speakers, Bigfoot Contests- Live Entertainment- and More.
Vendor sites available – contact ecbro98@gmail.com

SPRINGS FARMERS MARKET
2024-05-25 07:00 - 13:00 | Springs PA
Springs Farmers Markets for 2024 start on May 25th till September 21st.
Farmers Market, Baked Goods, Crafts, Local Items
For info: 814-662-2625 www.springspa.org

TRI-STAR KARZ FOR KIDZ
2024-05-24 16:00 - 20:00 | Jennerstown Speedway Complex LLC, 206 Somerset Street, Jennerstown, PA, 15547, United States
“Karz for Kidz” sponsored by Tri-Star Motors will be on Friday May 24, 2024.
This Classic Car/Hot Rod/Scooterville Motorcycle Cruise-in will be at the Jennerstown Speedway from 4-8 PM.
As always, ALL Proceeds benefit the Children’s Aid Home Programs of Western Pennsylvania.
More info @ 814-659-9802

POKER THEMED MIXER
2024-05-23 17:00 - 19:30 | The Hitching Post at Crazy Hollow Farms
Join us for a fun Poker Themed Networking Night Mixer on Thursday, May 23, 2024, from 5:00 PM until 7:30 PM. It will be held at The Hitching Post at Crazy Hollow Farms, 848 Husband Road, Somerset
Featured will be
Whiskey & Cigars,
Games & Networking,
50/50
For more info or to register visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sbn-networking-night-tickets-871029240907?aff=oddtdtcreator

JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT GOLF INVITATIONAL
2024-05-22 - 2024-05-23 | Laurel Valley Golf Club
Join us for the Most Exclusive Golf Event on May 22nd and 23rd at Laurel Valley Golf Club, located at 175 Palmer Dr in Ligonier.
The Junior Achievement (JA) Golf invitational is one of the most anticipated events of the year. This event offers high-profile visibility, networking opportunities and premier client entertainment while support JA’s mission.
In addition Alan S. Armstrong , President and Chief Executive Officer at Williams, will be honored as the 51st Golden Achievement Honoree. He is a true champion for youth empowerment and education. By sharing his expertise and time, he has helped bridge the gap between classroom learning and practical business acumen, inspiring a generation of students to pursue their dreams with a solid foundation in financial readiness.

ANNUAL 2024 VETERANS GOLF EVENT
2024-05-20 08:00 - 17:00 | Somerset Country Club
Somerset County “Salute to Veterans” free golf and lunch day will be held on Monday, May 20, 2024 at the Somerset Country Club.
This will be the 14th year for the event and a full field of 100 golfers for each starting time of 8 am and 1:30 pm are expected.
Thanks to Corporate sponsors, along with veteran and social organizations of Somerset County, the golf and lunch day is free to all Veterans. Lunch buffet will open at noon with the program starting at 12:30 pm. This year’s program will be the history of “Desert Storm”.
For more information about the event and sponsorships, please contact Bill Aldom – 814-241-7707, Barry Fitzgerald – 814-445-8063, David Koontz – 814- 233-9294 or John McNaul – 814-442-6804.
Please call the Somerset Country Club Pro Shop to reserve tee times after April 1st when the Pro Shop opens at 814-445-5179.

CHICKEN BBQ
2024-05-19 11:00 - 13:00 | Addison Firehall
Addison V.F.D will be holding a Chicken BBQ on May 19.
Meals/Half Chickens may be reserved by contacting Kristen Hanft-Beitzel at 724-557-4266 or any AVFD Firefighter.
11-1 or until Sold Out at the Addison Firehall.

JOHNSTOWN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
2024-05-18 19:30 - 22:00 | 1st Summit Arena, 326 Napoleon St #1780, Johnstown, PA, 15901, United States
The Season Finale of the JSO will be on May 18th at 7:30 pm. The concert will be at the 1st Summit Arena @ Cambria County War Memorial.
This Rocking finale will be the Largest Concert Ever, featuring music of the iconic band, The Police. JSO will be collaborating with the rock ensemble, Jeans’n Classics under the direction of Music Director James Blachly.
Tickets can be purchased online or by calling the box office for assistance at 814-535-6738.

BLUE STAR FAMILY BANQUET
2024-05-18 16:00 - 19:00 | Bakersville Fire Hall
The Somerset County Military Family Support Group will hold a Banquet to honor adult members of Military Families in Somerset County at the Bakersville Fire Hall.
Banquet will be on May 18, 2024 at 4 pm.
For more information, call 724-797-1172

GOLF OUTING
2024-05-18 08:00 - 16:00 | Northwinds Peninsula Golf Club
Shanksville Volunteer Fire Department is having a Golf Outing on May 18 at Northwinds Peninsula Golf Club. It is a Four Person Scramble with a 9:00 AM Shotgun Start. Sign in begins at 8:00 AM at the clubhouse.
Lots of fun and prizes including a $10,000 hole-in-one challenge, cash for closest to the pin and longest drive, and pro shop gift certificates for the first, second, and third place teams.
Includes Food and Beverages at the Club House. $400 four person team entry fee.
Get the form to enter your team or sponsor a hole at Northwinds Peninsula Golf Club, SVFD Facebook or Northwinds Facebook.
Register and pay online at: https://shanksvillevfd.square.site/s/shop

BEATLES, ZEPPELIN, DOORS
2024-05-18 | Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus
A tribute to the Beatles, Zeppelin and the Doors will be held on May 18, 2024. This Seventh Annual Student Aid Fundraiser will be held at the Community Center at Penn State Fayette.
For more information, call 724-430-4190 or email dkb5383@psu.edu

HOMETOWN HERO PROJECT
2024-05-18 | Somerset Hometown Hero Project
The Somerset Hometown Hero Project Banner display will kick off on May 18th, Armed Forces Day. A 5K race will kickoff the festivities at 9 AM at the Somerset High School football stadium. The event aims to highlight local military and first responders.
There are many activities planned as well as various food vendors. Recruiters from each branch of the military will also be present. Veterans are welcome to come and share their stories of service.
Banners will hang from May to September each year. All hero photos must be submitted to somersethometownhero@gmail.com and any questions can be directed to the same email. Also visit their Facebook page at Somerset Hometown Hero Project.

JSO COMMUNITY STRINGS
2024-05-16 19:30 - 21:00 | St. David’s Lutheran Church
The Johnstown Symphony Orchestra Community Strings will present a spring concert on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 7:30 pm at St. David’s Lutheran Church.
The orchestra has been rehearsing for 7 weeks under the direction of Mrs. Beth Pile. All are welcome and admission is free! Donations are encouraged.
The concert will include music from all over the world with many well known classics. There will be something for everyone!

QUICKBOOKS FOR BUSINESS GROWTH
2024-05-16 09:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
QuickBooks For Business Growth

Date: 5/16/2024
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (EDT)
Registration Deadline: 5/16/2024 9:00 AM (EDT)
Fee: No Fee
Point of Contact: Terri Cook (412) 648-1542
Program Format: Online Meeting (Live)
Training Topics: Accounting/Budget, Business Financing, Managing a Business

RING OF FIRE
2024-05-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Pasquerilla Performing Arts Center
Mountain Playhouse presents Ring of Fire, a Roof-Raisin’, Foot Stompin’ Tribute to Johnny Cash. The show will feature 38 of Johnny’s iconic songs performed as only a Mountain Playhouse cast can.
Directed by and starring Larry Tobias, a favorite of Playhouse patrons for many years.
May 15 thru May 26, 2024 at the Pasquerilla Performing Arts Center. Reserve seats online at mountainplayhouse.org or call the box offce at 814-629-9220.
Shows on May 15 – 19 and May 22-26, with 1 or 2 shows per day.
Ring of Fire is the first of 3 shows produced by the Mountain Playhouse this season. Order tickets to all 3 shows and you’ll get a $6 discount!

JSO SEASON FINALE
2024-05-13 08:00 - 17:00 | 1st Summit Arena/Cambria County War Memorial
The Johnstown Symphony Orchestra will present it’s Season Finale, “The Music of the Police” at the 1st Summit Arena at Cambria County War Memorial.
The concert will be Saturday, May 18th at 7:30 pm. Tickets can be purchased through the 1st Summit Arena Box Office or from Ticketmaster.
More information about that concert and the upcoming 2024-25 season can be found at the JSO website www.johnstownsymphony.org

JAZZ NIGHT
2024-05-11 19:30 - 22:00 | Somerset Country Club
Laurel Arts presents a JAZZ NIGHT with KENNY BLAKE & FRIENDS on May 11th at the Somerset Country Club
Please join us for another amazing Jazz Night with Kenny Blake & Friends!
All Proceeds Benefit Laurel Arts!
Tickets are $20/person: Contact Laurel Arts for Tickets

MOTHER'S DAY CHARCUTERIE BOX EVENT
2024-05-11 12:00 - 15:00 | Somerset Masonic Temple
A Mother’s Day Charcuterie Box Event will take place on May 11, 2024 at the Somerset Masonic Temple from 12-3 pm.
$40 per person includes lunch and a charcuterie box that you will design to give to that special someone or to keep for yourself. There will also be a drawing for a Spring Tote with Special Gifts inside.
This is a prepaid event. Please contact Chet or Paula Barron at 814-248-2675 or 814-442-2965
RSVP by May 2, 2024

BIRDS & BREWS
2024-05-11 07:30 - 09:30 | International Conservation Center (ICC), Fairhope, PA, 1299 Glen Savage Road, Fairhope, PA, United States
On May 11 from 7:30 – 9:30 AM, join the International Conservation Center to birdwatch at the peak of migration season while enjoying a refreshing cup of coffee.
Pennsylvania Master Naturalists will be on hand to support new and experienced birders alike. Bring binoculars, a blanket or chair and your favorite mug for a cup of coffee from Cup of Soul Cafe (extra coffee available for purchase).
A guided Wagon Tour will be available at 10 am for an additional fee.
$25 per person, ages 12+

RED RIBBON MOVIE NIGHT
2024-05-10 18:30 - 21:00 | Laurel Arts Lawn
*CANCELLED*
Join us for a family friendly movie night. Kids of all ages welcome. Pizza, snacks, popcorn and drinks will be provided!
The movie will be Inside Out on Friday, May 10th at the Laurel Arts Lawn. Food and snacks will be available at 6:30 pm and the movie starts at 7 pm.
Come continue the Red Ribbon celebrations with us. Talking to your kids about alcohol and other drugs is an important part of the campaign. For ideas to start the conversation visit somersetsca.com
RSVP is preferred but not required. To RSPV please email mullrl2@upmc.edu
Special thanks to Laurel Arts and Somerset Jaycees for their support.
* CANCELLED*

CARNATION DRIVE
2024-05-10 08:00 - 2024-05-11 12:00 | Birthright
Birthright of Somerset is once again sponsoring the Mother’s Day Carnation Drive on May 10th and 11th. Organizations, businesses, churches or individuals may purchase carnations from Birthright per dozen.
Deadline for ordering is April 18th and carnations may be picked up at the St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in Somerset on May 10th and 11th in the mornings. There will be no delivery this year.
For more information or to place an order, call the Birthright office at 814-445-9300.

HEALTH SCREENINGS
2024-05-10 08:00 - 17:00 | Glades Pike Winery
A Life Line Screening will be performing a day of preventive health screenings at Glades Pike Winery on Friday, May 10th, 2024. The screenings help to bring important health information to our community at an affordable price. The tests look to identify risk factors that can lead to cardiovascular disease, stroke and other serious illnesses.
Life Line Screening uses these non-invasive methods to get you lab-accurate results and recommendations you can review with your doctor.
You must pre-register. Appointments are limited, so please sign up now by calling 1-844-591-7160 or visit Life Line’s Screening website at https://llsa.social/hsca or text the word circle to 216-279-1607.
