Calendar: June 2008

2-3  AAA/CAA MEMBER DAYS:

Prime Outlets at Grove City, PA.  AAA/CAA Members Special Event Sale!  Stop at Guest Services for details.  Time: Monday-Saturday 10:00 am-9:00 pm, Sunday 10:00 am-7:00 pm.  Visit www.primeoutlets.com.  1-888-545-7221.

5 CONCERTS IN CENTRAL PARK:

 Central Park, Greenville, PA. Entertainment by Sound Witness- Christian, Time: 6:00 p.m.

6-8  18th ANNUAL STRAWBERRY DAYS ART & MUSIC FESTIVAL  

Grove City Memorial Park, Grove City, PA. Musical entertainment highlights the evenings, food provided by local non-profit groups, crafters, car show on Saturday, Sunday afternoon talent show. Times: Fri-Sat. 10 am-9 pm, Sun. noon-4 pm. Free addmission. Crafter applications available at www.gcdays.com. Grove City Chamber 724-458-6410.

6-8  SPORTS CARD AND COLLECTIBLES SHOW: 

Shenango Valley Mall, 3303 East State St, Hermitage, PA.  Calling all sports enthusiasts to our sports card and collectibles show.  Time: All day.  Admission: Free.  724-346-4556.

7  9th ANNUAL CP LIONS "CRUISE IN" & CHINESE AUCTION: 

Commodore Perry High SSchool.  Rt. 19, 15 miles north of Mercer, PA. Free registration, dash plaques, DJ, door prizes, asphalt parking, food, beverages, golf cart raffle, 50-50 raffle and more. Chinese auction opens 4:00 PM, drawing at 7:00 pm, free admission. 4 pm-8 pm. Email www.lions14f.org.  724-253-3319 or 724-253-2320

7  BREAKFAST WITH DJ: 

DJ’s Greenhouse, 1004 East Lake Road, Transfer, PA.  Bring your questions and enjoy a continental breakfast. Time: 9:00 am. Admission: Free.  Reservations Required.  724-962-1230.

7  COOKING WITH HERBS: 

Plant’s Herb Farm, 104 South Foster Rd, Mercer, PA.  Learn how to use herbs in everyday cooking.  Time: 11:00 am.  724-301-3273.

11  CONCERT IN BUHL PARK:  

Buhl Park Concert Band. 6:30 pm. Performing Arts Center. 724-962-4280.

12 CONCERTS IN CENTRAL PARK:

Central Park, Greenville, PA. Entertainment by Dave Poling- Christian, Time: 6:00 p.m.

14  7th ANNUAL PENN STATE SHENANGO ALUMNI SOCIETY GOLF SCRAMBLE:  Hickory VFW Golf Course, Hermitage, PA.  Join us for a fun filled day of golf and camaraderie with the Penn State Alumni Society.  Please register soon!!  (4 per team)!!  Time: 8:00 am registration with a 9:00 am Shotgun Start!  Admission: TBA.  724-983-2905.

14  RIVERSIDE PARK 5K/2-MILE WALK: 

Greenville, PA.  Time: 9:00 am. Registration: 8:00 am.  Sponsored by GALSA.  Visit www.galsa.org. for more information.  Admission: 5K-$15, Walk-$10, Kids Fun Run-$5.  724-588-4810.

14  KIDS CLUB SUMMER BLOWOUT PARTY: 

Shenango Valley Mall, 3303 East State St, Hermitage, PA.  Join us in welcoming the summer by celebrating with games, a bouncer and free prizes.  Open for children up to age 12.  Admission: Free.  724-346-4556.

14-15  FRENCH AND INDIAN WAR ENCAMPMENT AT CUSTALOGA TOWN:

Reenactors will depict life during the French & Indian War.  324 re-enactors and 20 sutlers (merchants) will attend.  Time:  Saturday 9:00 am-7:00 pm.  Sunday 9:00 am-4:00 pm.  Admission and Parking:  Free.  814-763-5857.

14-15  RELAY FOR LIFE/MERCER, "RACING FOR A CURE":  Mercer High School track, Mercer, PA. Fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. 24 hour family event. Display of local race cars, car of local winner of "Deal or No Deal" Mustang, food, raffles, bounce castle, games for kids, Ms. Relay contest, fun laps, recognition reception, Fight Back ceremony, luminaria ceremony. 9 am Sat. to 9 am Sun.  jkougher@verizon.net  724-588-9486.

15  CONCERT IN BUHL PARK  

Warren Jr. Military Band. 6:00 pm. Performing Arts Center. 724-962-4280.

15  CYLINDER MUSIC BOXES: 

DeBence Antique Music World, 1261 Liberty St, Franklin, PA.  Cylinder music boxes were one of the easiest ways to produce music without a musician.  We have many, and will play them for you.  Presented by Martin Anderson.  Time: 1:30 pm.  Admission: Free.  814-432-8350.

15  FATHER’S DAY CAR SHOW:

East State Street,  Hermitage, PA. Antique car show featuring special interest, classic and antique cars and trucks.  Trophies to be given.  Sponsored by Shenango Valley Region Antique Automobile Club of America.  Time: 9:00 am-5:00 pm.   Admission: Free to spectators.   330-534-4188.

16  KIDS CARNIVAL: 

Riverside Park, Greenville, PA.  Sponsored by GALSA.  For more info visit www.galsa.org.  724-588-4810.

18  CONCERT IN BUHL PARK:  

Fred Boles Quintet. 6:30 pm. Performing Arts Center. 724-962-4280.

19 CONCERTS IN CENTRAL PARK:

Central Park, Greenville, PA. Entertainment by Keelings- Southern Gospel, Time: 6:00 p.m.

20  "ECHOES OF THE PAST" CONCERT ON THE COURTHOUSE SQUARE

Mercer County Courthouse, Mercer, PA. Warm-up music- 6:30 pm, Mercer Community Band-7:30 pm, Ice cream social- 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Bring your lawn chairs. Rain location-Mercer High School Auditorium. 724-699-9124

21  SUMMER SOLSTICE HERB WALK AND BONFIRE: 

Plant's Herb Farm, 104 South Foster Road, Mercer, PA.   Learn about herb use on this day.  Weather permitting bonfire to ward off evil spirits and bring good luck.  Time: 7:00 pm.  724-301-3273.

21 - 22 PIONEER FROLIC:

M.K. Goddard State Park at I-79 Exit 130. Entertainment, Demonstrations, Food, Arts & Craft Vendors. Living History- Life along Sandy 's Creek 1790s to 1840s. Time: Saturday June 21st at 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Sunday June 22nd at 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Free Parking and Free Admission. 724-253-4833.

22  CONCERT IN BUHL PARK:  

Del Sinchak Big Band. 6:00 pm. Performing Arts Center. 724-962-4280.

25  CONCERT IN BUHL PARK:  

Come Together. 6:30 pm. Performing Arts Center. 724-962-4280.

26 CONCERTS IN CENTRAL PARK:

Central Park, Greenville, PA, Entertainment by Terri Dach and Max Schang- Classic Rock, Time: 600 p.m.

27  SMALL SHIPS REVUE/RED HOT FEST: 

Quaker Steak & Lube, 101 Chestnut Street, Sharon, PA.  An "anything-that-floats" regetta held on the Shenango River.  The Red  Hot Fest complements it with fun, food, fireworks and entertainment.  5 p.m.  Free.  724-704-7161.  

27  "BEST OF THE BIG BANDS " CONCERT ON THE COURTHOUSE SQUARE

Mercer County Courthouse, Mercer, PA. Warm-up music- 6:30 pm, Mercer Community Band-7:30 pm, Ice cream social- 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Bring your lawn chairs. Rain location-Mercer High School Auditorium. 724-699-9124

27  MERCER-NORTHWEST GUERNSEY ICE CREAM SUPPER: 

Mercer County 4-H Park, Rt. 19, one mile north of Mercer, PA.   All the ice cream you can eat, also chocolate and strawberries for topping, cake and beverage.  Mercer-Northwest Guernsey Breeders Association.  Time: 5:00 pm-9:00 pm.  Admission: $6.00 for adults, $3.00 for children 6-12, under 6 free. 724-376-3802.  

27-30  INDEPENDENCE DAY SIDEWALK SALE: 

Prime Outlets at Grove City, PA.  Spectacular savings on racks and bins of quality merchandise!  Time: Monday-Saturday 10:00 am-9:00 pm, Sunday 10:00 am-7:00 pm.  Visit www.primeoutlets.com.  1-888-545-7221.

27-JULY 6  JULY 4th SIDEWALK SALE: 

Shenango Valley Mall, 3303 East State St, Hermitage, PA.  Great savings!  Time: All day.  Admission: Free.  724-346-4564 .

28  JUNE GARDEN DAYS CELEBRATION: 

DJ’s Greenhouse, 1004 East Lake Rd, Transfer, PA.  Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy our seminar on various garden topics.  Time: 10:00 am-1:00 pm.  Admission: Free.  724-962-1230.

28  RIVERSIDE PARK TRIATHLON: 

Greenville Memorial Swimming Pool, Greenville, PA. For more info visit  www.galsa.org.  Time: 9:00 am.  Registration: 8:00 am.  Admission: Olympics-$50 single, Teams-$120, Sprint-$40 single, Teams-$100.  724-588-4810.

28  INDEPENDENCE FESTIVAL: 

Volant Main Street Shops, Volant, PA.  Celebrate the 4th in small town USA style!  Carnival rides for the kids, classic car cruise.  In the evening enjoy music, hula-hoops, limbo and fantastic fireworks.  10:00am-9:00 pm.

724-533-2440.

29  CONCERT IN BUHL PARK  

Kalico. 6:00 pm. Performing Arts Center. 724-962-4280.