Calendar: September 2008

1  BUHL DAY: 

Buhl Farm Park, Hermitage, PA.  Opening ceremonies at the Performing Arts Center, music and entertainment all day, children’s games and activities, petting zoo and pony rides.  Buhl Mermaids at the pool, classic car cruise in, children’s theater at the Casino, U.S. Army Reserve Unit display vehicles, etc.  Time: 12:00 pm opening ceremony to 7:00 pm.  Admission: Free to spectators.  724-981-5522.

5-7  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.  724-346-4564.

6  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.

SEPT. 10-DEC. 24  SANTA’S CHRISTMASLAND: 

Kraynak’s, 2525 E. State. St., Hermitage, PA. Enter a world of make-believe with over 75 decorated trees and animated figures. Visiting the display has become a “Family Tradition.”  Time: Monday thru Saturday 9:00 am-9:00 pm. Sunday 10:00 am-5:00 pm. Closed Thanksgiving Day.  Admission: Free.  www.kraynaks.com  724-347-4511.

12  THE CAPITOL STEPS: 

Slippery Rock University, Miller Auditorium, Slippery Rock, PA.  You’re guaranteed to laugh, regardless of your party affiliation, as this group of congressional staffers use song to poke fun at political figures and events. Time: 7:30 pm.  Admission: TBA.  724-738-2091.

13  CULTURAL DAY: 

Volant Main Street Shops, Volant, PA.  Enjoy ethnic foods and music representing various cultures.  10:00 am-5:00 pm.  724-533-2234.

13  SLIPPERY ROCK VILLAGE FEST  

Main Street, Slippery Rock, PA. VillageFest offerings include a farmers market, crafters, vendors, food, kids games, BrewFest, live music and familiy enterttainment all day. Free parking with shuttle. 10:am- 5:00 pm. 724-794-2338

13 6th ANNUAL HERB FEST: 

Plant’s Herb Farm, 104 South Foster Rd, Mercer, PA.  Demonstrations, come try our herb soup, bread and beverage.  Handmade soup bowls to keep.  Time: 11:00 am-3:00 pm.  Pre-registration required.  Admission: $10. 

724-301-3273.

19  SENIOR CELEBRATION: 

Shenango Valley Mall, 3303 East State St, Hermitage, PA.  Join us in celebrating health and fitness by attending our annual celebration hosted by Mercer County Area Agency on Aging.  Admission: Free.  724-346-4556.

20  KID’S CLUB JR IDOL CONTEST: 

Shenango Valley Mall, 3303 East State St, Hermitage, PA.  Come showcase your singing and performing abilities in hopes to be titled Shenango Valley Mall’s Junior Idol 2008.  Admission: Free.  724-346-4556.

21   IDORA PARK BAND ORGAN: 

DeBence Antique Music World, 1261 Franklin St, Franklin, PA.  Before Jake DeBence bought it, the Idora Park Wurlitzer Model 153 played on their carousel in Youngstown, OH.  Hear it and learn about the organ and the park.  Presented by Martin Anderson.  Time: 1:30 pm.  Admission: Free.  814-432-8350.

27  FALL CLEANUP CLASS:  

DJ’s Greenhouse, 1004 East Lake Road, Transfer, PA.  Enjoy the day as we stroll thru the gardens discussing all the projects we need to do at this time.  Time: 10:00 am.  Admission: Free.  724-962-1230.