Calendar: August 2008

1  "A SPECIAL CONCERT " CONCERT ON THE COURTHOUSE SQUARE

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

2  RIVERSIDE PARK DUOTHLON: 

Riverside Park, Greenville, PA.  For more info visit www.galsa.org.  Sponsored by GALSA.  Time: 9:00 am.  Registration: 8:00 am.  Admission: Single-$40, Team-$100.  724-588-4810.

3  CONCERT IN BUHL PARK:  

Canfield Community Band. 6:00 pm. Performing Arts Center. 724-962-4280.

8  "MERCER COUNTY JAMBOREE " CONCERT ON THE COURTHOUSE SQUARE

Mercer County Courthouse, Mercer, PA. Mercer County's finest Bluegrass musicians-6:00 pm, Ice cream social- 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Bring your lawn chair. Rain location-Mercer High School auditorium. 724-699-9124

8-10  ORGAN GRINDERS RALLY: 

DeBence Antique Music World, 1261 Franklin St, Franklin, PA.  Organ grinders on the streets of Franklin.  Various participants.  Check museum for detailed times.  Time: 10:00 am-5:00 pm. Admission:  Free.  814-432-8350.

9  THE SALAD BOWL CLASS: 

Plant’s Herb Farm, 104 South Foster Rd, Mercer, PA  Come learn how to use and make an edible salad bowl.  Enjoy the fruits of your labors.  Time: 11:00 am.  Pre-registration required.  724-301-3273.

9  ANNUAL DOWNTOWN SHARON CAR CRUISE:

Downtown Sharon, PA.  Voted #1 downtown Car Cruise by Cruisin' Times Magazine.  Antique cars, artist bazaar, cash giveaways, live entertainment, vendors, food, fun, shopping and more.  Sponsored by Greater Sharon Associates.  Time:  8:00 am-5:00 pm.  Admission: Free.  724-347-9257, ext. 217.

10  CONCERT IN BUHL PARK: 

Erie Heights Brass Ensemble. 6:00 pm. Performing Arts Center. 724-962-4280.

 16  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.

16  HARVEST DAY: 

Volant Main Street Shops, Volant, PA.  Come to Amish country for a pie sale, corn roast, farmers market and entertainment.  Time: 10:00 am-5:00 pm.  724-533-5054.

16  BACK TO SCHOOL FASHION SHOW: 

Shenango Valley Mall, 3303 East State St, Hermitage, PA.  Come watch our Back to School fashion show, featuring the hottest new trends for the school year.  Time: 12:00 pm.  Admission: Free.  724-346-4556.

23  CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY: 

DJ’s Greenhouse, 1004 East Lake Road, Transfer, PA.  Join us this day as we celebrate 25 years in business.  Time: 9:00 am- 5:00 pm.  Admission: Free.  724-962-1230.

27-Sept. 1  THE GREAT STONEBORO FAIR: 

2381 Mercer Rd (Route 62), Stoneboro, PA.  Livestock and agricultural displays, contests, harness racing, demolition derby, country stars, gospel music, bands, fireworks, truck & tractor pulls, live shows, stunt shows, midway rides, kids fun zone, chainsaw wood carving and great food.  Time: 9:00 am-11:00 pm.  Admission: $8.00 (includes parking, grandstand shows, midway rides).  Fax: 724-376-7457.  Phone: 724-376-2852.

29-Sept. 1  LABOR DAY SIDEWALK SALE: 

Prime Outlets at Grove City, PA.   Discover the savings at our fall savings event. Time: Monday-Saturday 10:00 am-9:00 pm, Sunday 10:00 am-7:00 pm.  Visit www.primeoutlets.com.  1-888-545-7221.

29-Sept 1  LABOR DAY SIDEWALK SALE: 

Shenango Valley Mall, 3303 East State St. Hermitage, PA.  Great savings!  Admission: Free.  724-346-4556.

30  CAMP WILHELM ANNUAL YARD SALE & FLEA MARKET: 

Camp Wilhelm, 1401 Creek Road, Clarks Mills, PA. Lots of yard sales, crafter’s, vendors, homemade baked goods followed by an evening auction.  Come and join in on the fun, food and fellowship.  Time: 9:00 am.  Admission: Free.  Fee for tables $10 outside, $12 under cover.  724-253-2886.