January 2008


January 3

PSSA "Learn to Ski Day"

Blue Knob Resort, Claysburg, PA.
A great day to learn how to ski or snowboard for a great price. Call (814) 239-5111 for more info.

January 3-9
Military Appreciation Week

Blue Knob Resort, Claysburg, PA. (814) 239-1022
With proper ID all Active Military, Reserve, National Guard, Retired Personnel and dependents will receive 50% off lodging, lift tickets, ski and snowboard rentals, lessons and tubing.

January 4
Comedy Night

Arena Restaurant, Bedford. 814-623-8074.
Nationally touring comedians. Doors open at 8pm. Show time is 9-11pm. Discounted admission with same-night dinner receipt from the Arena Restaurant. $

January 4
First Friday Wine Tasting

Green Gables Restaurant, Rte. 985N. Jennerstown, 814-629-9201
6-8pm. Light Hors’Doeuvres and sampling of six wines. $

January 9 - February 29
15th Members Multimedia Exhibit

Bedford County Arts Council, 137 E. Pitt St., Bedford. (814) 623-1538
Tues.-Sat. 11-5.

January 12
Women's Ski Clinic

Blue Knob Resort, Claysburg, PA.
Offers children and adults NEW to snow sports the chance to try cross-country skiing for free. Call (814) 239-1023 for more info.

January 12
Winter Trails Day

Blue Knob Resort, Claysburg, PA. (814) 239-1022
With proper ID all Active Military, Reserve, National Guard, Retired Personnel and dependents will receive 50% off lodging, lift tickets, ski and snowboard rentals, lessons and tubing.

January 15
Moonlight Ski League Begins

Blue Knob Resort, Claysburg, PA. (814) 239-1022
Offers.recreational racing for adults 21 years old and older. Racing is every Tuesday night from January 15 - February 19 starting at 7pm. The moonlight race league will finish with the Mountain Challenge NASTAR race (see Feb. 24th).

January 27-February 3
Customer Appreciation Days

At participating Downtown Bedford merchants. Special discounts and sales.

 

February 2008


February 1
Comedy Night

Arena Restaurant, Bedford. 814-623-8074.
Nationally touring comedians. Doors open at 8pm. Show time is 9-11pm. Discounted admission with same-night dinner receipt from the Arena Restaurant. $

February 1
First Friday Wine Tasting

Green Gables Restaurant, Rte. 985N. Jennerstown, 814-629-9201
6-8pm. Light Hors’Doeuvres and sampling of six wines. $

February 1-29
15th Members Multimedia Exhibit

Bedford County Arts Council, 137 E. Pitt St., Bedford. (814) 623-1538
Tues.-Sat. 11-5.

February 9
Women's Ski Clinic

Blue Knob Resort, Claysburg, PA
Ski Clinic for women from 1:30-4pm. For more info or to register for the clinic call Sherry Hofeciker at (814) 239-0100

February 9-10
Winterfest --- Ski for Animals

Blue Knob Resort, Claysburg, PA.
A fun weekend full of competition games and prizes. Sponsored by the Central PA Humane Society. For more info call Dave Hopkins at (814) 942-2477$

February 16
Batfest

Lincoln Caverns, 7703 William Penn Hwy., Huntingdon, PA. (814)643-1358
Observe our favorite furry friends. Workshops for all ages. Pre-reg. and payment required. 10am-3pm. $

February 23
Big Air Contest

Blue Knob Resort, Claysburg, PA. (814) 239-1022
Do you think you can ride? Come prove it at Blue Knob's "Big Air Contest." Registration is from 10am-noon and the contests start at 1pm.

February 24
Mountain Challenge---NASTAR Race

Blue Knob Resort, Claysburg, PA. (814) 239-1022
10:30am. The race is open to all ages. Sponsored by the Western PA Ski Council.

February 25-26
Special Olympics Winter Games

Blue Knob Resort, Claysburg, PA. (814) 239-1022

Special Olympics PA Nordic Skiing events. Special Olympics athletes from across the state will participate in cross-country and snow shoeing competitions.

March 2008


March 2
Pro Cup Races

Blue Knob Resort, Claysburg, PA. (814) 239-1022
Ski Patrol takes on the Ski Instructors in dual downhill races.

March 2-28
17th Annual Student Shows

Bedford County Arts Council, 137 E. Pitt St., Bedford. (814) 623-1538
Tues.-Sat. 11-5.

March 7
Comedy Night
Arena Restaurant, Bedford. 814-623-8074.
Nationally touring comedians. Doors open at 8pm. Show time is 9-11pm. Discounted admission with same-night dinner receipt from the Arena Restaurant. $

March 9
Flag Dedication & Birthday Cake Contest

Bedford County Courthouse, Juliana St., Bedford. 814-623-2011.
Dedication of new county flag on courthouse steps at 2pm. Birthday Cake Contest at Bedford United Methodist on John St.. Call for more info.

March 29
PA Consort: Essence of Joy Concert

Methodist Church, 132 E. John St. Bedford. 814-733-2301.
7:30pm. $

 

April 2008


April 2-25
Artist Exhibit: Andrew Bittner

Bedford County Arts Council, 137 E. Pitt St., Bedford. (814) 623-1538
Photos of the National Cathedral. Tues.-Sat. 11-5.

April 4
Car Races

Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-0500
Late model and limited late model cars, Also street stocks and hobby cruisers.
Races start at 7:30. $

April 4
Comedy Night
Arena Restaurant, Bedford. 814-623-8074.
Nationally touring comedians. Doors open at 8pm. Show time is 9-11pm. Discounted admission with same-night dinner receipt from the Arena Restaurant. $

April 4
First Friday Wine Tasting

Green Gables Restaurant, Rte. 985N. Jennerstown, 814-629-9201
6-8pm. Light Hors’Doeuvres and sampling of six wines. $

April 10
Home School Day --- Caves & Karst Day

Lincoln Caverns, 7703 William Penn Hwy., Huntingdon, PA. (814)643-1358
Hands-on learning geared toward grade level of participant. Pre-reg. 9:30-4pm. $

April 11
Car Races
Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-0500
Late model and limited late model cars, Also street stocks and hobby cruisers.
Races start at 7:30. $

*** ORIGINALLY LISTED HERE AS APRIL 12 ***
Coverlet Jam (Music Fest)
The National Museum of the American Coverlet,
322 Juliana Street, Bedford. 814-623-1588
THIS EVENT IS NOT SCHEDULED FOR THE 12th, AS PREVIOUSLY LISTED ON THIS WEBSITE, BUT ON APRIL 25TH. PLEASE SEE THE LISTING UNDER APRIL 25TH FOR COMPLETE DETAILS.

April 12-13
Muzzleloader & Gunbuilders Show

Old Bedford Village, Bus. Rt. 220, Bedford. 814-623-1156
Saturday 9-5; Sunday 10-4pm. $

April 18
Car Races
Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-0500
Late model and limited late model cars, Also street stocks and hobby cruisers.
Races start at 7:30. $

April 19
Save the Ginkgo Tree Benefit Concert
Old Everett American Legion Home,
1/2 miles south of Everett on Route 26, 814-285-8595
Benefit concert featuring The Coal Mountain Ramblers, Drumplay, and very special guests. Proceeds from the evening will go toward the library's efforts to preserve and protect the historic Barndollar Ginkgo Tree planted in 1861. 7pm-2am. $20 donation to the Everett Free Library.

April 19-20
Plow Days & Tractor Pull

New Enterprise (1 mile west of Rt. 869)
814-832-3170. 9am-9pm. $

April 20
Earthfest 2008

Lincoln Caverns, 7703 William Penn Hwy., Huntingdon, PA. (814)643-1358
Workshop, fun and crafts for all ages with flashlight cavern tours. Reservations and advance tickets required. $

April 25
Coverlet Jam (Music Fest)
The National Museum of the American Coverlet,
322 Juliana Street, Bedford. 814-623-1588
BYOB. Light refreshments and snacks offered ... feel free to bring some to share! To benefit the museum. Musicians (so far...): Kenny Fetterman, Mike Amato, Jackson Monsour, Matt Otis, John Karns, Jeff Zeigler, Coal Mountain Ramblers, Pat Watson, Blake Aaronson, Dave Miller, and Jay Hauck. 7pm-?
$5 donation at the door.

April 25
Car Races
Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-0500
Late model and limited late model cars, Also street stocks and hobby cruisers.
Races start at 7:30. $

April 26
PA Consort: The Philadelphia Brass

Methodist Church, 132 E. John St.,
Bedford, 7:30pm. $

 

May 2008


May 1
First Annual Red Hat May Day Celebration

Green Gables Restaurant, Rte. 985N. Jennerstown, 814-629-9201
12noon-? A day just for Red Hat Society members. Luncheon, fashion show, entertainment, prizes. $

May 1-30
Artist Exhibit: Jan & Johathan Heath

Bedford County Arts Council, 137 E. Pitt St., Bedford. (814) 623-1538.
Paintings and prints. Tues.-Sat. 11-5. (See ad page 30)

May 2
Comedy Night
Arena Restaurant, Bedford. 814-623-8074.
Nationally touring comedians. Doors open at 8pm. Show time is 9-11pm. Discounted admission with same-night dinner receipt from the Arena Restaurant. $

May 2
Car Races
Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-0500
Late model and limited late model cars, Also street stocks and hobby cruisers.
Races start at 7:30. $

May 2
First Friday Wine Tasting

Green Gables Restaurant, Rte. 985N. Jennerstown, 814-629-9201
6-8pm. Light Hors’Doeuvres and sampling of six wines. $

May 3
Cruise-In

Weis Market, Bedford Square (half way between Bedford and Everett along Rt. 30). 814-623-0020
Customized cars, trucks & motorcycles. Door prizes and DJ music. 5-8pm.

March 7
First Friday Wine Tasting

Green Gables Restaurant, Rte. 985N. Jennerstown, 814-629-9201
6-8pm. Light Hors’Doeuvres and sampling of six wines. $

May 9
Car Races
Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-0500
Late model and limited late model cars, Also street stocks and hobby cruisers.
Races start at 7:30. $

May 9-10
Live Theater: “Come Blow Your Horn”

Gardner Theater at Old Bedford Village, Bus. Rt. 220, Bedford. 814-623-7555 Comedy. Curtain at 8pm. Sunday matinees at 3pm. $

May 10
Cruise-In

Apple Bin Restaurant, Rt. 56, Fishertown. 814-839-2850
Customized cars, trucks & motorcycles. Door prizes and DJ Music. 5-8 pm.

May 4-10
Heartfelt & Heritage Hat Contest

Windber Area Museum, Windber, PA. 814-467-9135
See the community's display of cherished hats and vote for a winner. Displayed at the Windber Area Museum. Monday-Friday 9-5; Sunday 1-5.

May 11
Live Theater: “Charlotte’s Web”

Mountain Playhouse, Rt. 985N, Jennerstown. 814-629-9201.
3pm. $

May 11
Pa Consort: Violinist Ann Fontanella

Methodist Church 132 E. John St. Bedford.
7:30 pm. $

May 11
Mother’s Day at Del Grosso’s Amusement Park

Old Rt. 220, Tipton 814-684-3538
Mom’s free. $

May 16
Car Races
Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-0500
Late model and limited late model cars, Also street stocks and hobby cruisers.
Races start at 7:30. $

May16-17
Community Yard Sale / Crafts / Flea Market

Friendship Village, two miles west of Bedford (off Route 30). 814-623-1677.
Throughout the campground, apartments and mobil home park. 9am-4pm.

May 16-18
Live Theater: “Come Blow Your Horn”

Gardner Theater at Old Bedford Village, Bus. Rt. 220, Bedford. 814-623-7555 Comedy. Curtain at 8pm. Sunday matinees at 3pm. $

May 17
Tractor Pull

New Enterprise, Pa. (1 mile west of 869)
3pm 814-766-3715 $

May 17
Bloody Run Canoe Classic ... The Revival

Raystown Branch of the Juniata River, Everett, PA. Join the Everett Fire Co. for a chicken BBQ fundraiser on race day! 9-mile at 10am above Narows Bridge (competitive race); 5-mile at 12:30pm at Lutzville (beginner race). Registration and awards ceremony will be held at the Union Hotel in Everett. For more info call Chelsea at 814-624-4430. click here for a registration form

May 22-26
Memorial Day Sidewalk Sales

Downtown Bedford. 814-623-0048

May 23
Car Races
Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-0500
Late model and limited late model cars, Also street stocks and hobby cruisers.
Races start at 7:30. $

May 23
Guided History Tour

Downtown, Bedford, PA. 814-623-1771
The tour begins at 3:30pm from the Bedford County Visitors Bureau office on Juliana Street and lasts until about 5pm. Free admission.

May 24
Antiques on the Square

Downtown Bedford, off Rt. 30.
(814) 623-0048
Outdoor antiques show. 8am-4pm

May 24
Gospel Sing-Songsters Quartet

Friendship Village Campground, Bedford. 814-623-1677.
7pm.

May 24
Opening Weekend Celebration

Old Bedford Village, Bus. Rt. 220 Bedford 814-623-1156. 9-5pm. $

May 25
Schellsburg's Hometown History Day

Old Log Church, Rt. 30, Schellsburg (10 min. west of Bedford).
Ceremony by the VFW Post 4440 and Old Log Church & Cemetery Preservation Society. Flower placement on the graves of soldiers. Music, narrated graveside walking tour. 2pm.

May 25
Shawnee Valley Fire Station Dance

Rt. 30, Schellsburg (10 min. west of Bedford).
Music by "Dick and the Countdowns." 7-10pm. Adults $5, Children 12 and under free.

May 30
Guided History Tour
Downtown, Bedford, PA. 814-623-1771
The tour begins at 3:30pm from the Bedford County Visitors Bureau office on Juliana Street and lasts until about 5pm. Free admission.

May 30
Car Races
Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-0500
Late model and limited late model cars, Also street stocks and hobby cruisers.
Races start at 7:30. $

May 31
Gospel Sing-The Masters

Friendship Village Campground, Bedford. 814-623-1677.
7pm.

 

June 2008


June 3-15

Stand By Your Man: The Tammy Wynette Story

Mountain Playhouse Rt. 985, Jennerstown. 814-629-9201
Tue.-Sat. 8pm, Wed. & Fri. 2pm, Sun. 3pm. Reservations. $

June 4
Farmers Market

Wednesdays on the square at the corner of Penn and Juliana Streets. Saturdays at the Fort Bedford Park on Juliana St. (down by the river), Bedford.
814-623-0048. 9am-1pm.

June 6
Guided History Tour
Downtown, Bedford, PA. 814-623-1771
The tour begins at 3:30pm from the Bedford County Visitors Bureau office on Juliana Street and lasts until about 5pm. Free admission.

June 6
Comedy Night
Arena Restaurant, Bedford. 814-623-8074.
Nationally touring comedians. Doors open at 8pm. Show time is 9-11pm. Discounted admission with same-night dinner receipt from the Arena Restaurant. $

June 6
Car Races
Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-0500
Late model and limited late model cars, Also street stocks and hobby cruisers.
Races start at 7:30. $

June 6
First Friday Wine Tasting

Green Gables Restaurant, Rte. 985N. Jennerstown, 814-629-9201
6-8pm. Light Hors’Doeuvres and sampling of six wines. $

June 6-7
Live Theater: “Steel Magnolias”

Gardner Theater at Old Bedford Village, Bus. Rt. 220 Bedford. 814-623-7555 Curtain at 8pm. Sun. matinees at 3pm. $

June 7
Farmers Market

Wednesdays on the square at the corner of Penn and Juliana Streets. Saturdays at the Fort Bedford Park on Juliana St. (down by the river), Bedford.
814-623-0048. 9am-1pm.

June 7
Cruise-In
Weis Market, Bedford Square (half way between Bedford and Everett along Rt. 30). 814-623-0020
Customized cars, trucks & motorcycles. Door prizes and DJ music. 5-8pm.

June 7
Gospel Sing-Sonrise Bluegrass

Friendship Village Campground, Bedford. 814-623-1677. 7pm.

June 11
Farmers Market

Wednesdays on the square at the corner of Penn and Juliana Streets. Saturdays at the Fort Bedford Park on Juliana St. (down by the river), Bedford.
814-623-0048. 9am-1pm.

June 12-15
Fathers Day Festival

Six Mile Run Vol. Fire Co. 814-928-4034
Carnival, food, crafts, car show, fireworks.
12th-13th 5:00-? 14th-15th all day.

June 13
Guided History Tour
Downtown, Bedford, PA. 814-623-1771
The tour begins at 3:30pm from the Bedford County Visitors Bureau office on Juliana Street and lasts until about 5pm. Free admission.

June 13
Music at the Winery

Briar Valley Winery (beside Radio Shack), Pitt Street / Business Rt. 30, Bedford, PA
Bring a chair, relax on the lawn while listening to some fine music and enjoying some fine wine. Complimentary wine glass and wine tasting. Music by "Jackson Monsour Band." $10 cover charge. 5:30-9pm. .Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Call 814-623-0900 for more info.

June 13
Car Races
Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-0500
Late model and limited late model cars, Also street stocks and hobby cruisers.
Races start at 7:30. $

June 13-15
Live Theater: “Steel Magnolias”
Gardner Theater at Old Bedford Village, Bus. Rt. 220 Bedford. 814-623-7555 Curtain at 8pm. Sun. matinees at 3pm. $

June 13-15
Garden Tractor Show

New Enterprise, PA. (1 mile west of 869)
814-766-3436 . 9am-9pm.

June 13-14
Mountain Vista Bluegrass Festival

Chappell’s Field, Blue Knob State Park, Imler, PA. June 13: 6pm-11pm. June 14: 11am-11pm. $

June 14
Farmers Market

Wednesdays on the square at the corner of Penn and Juliana Streets. Saturdays at the Fort Bedford Park on Juliana St. (down by the river), Bedford.
814-623-0048. 9am-1pm.

June 14
Fathers Day Car Show

Six Mile Run Fire Hall, 814-635-2071
Antique, classic, street rods, & late models. 5pm-10pm.

June 14
Cruise-In
Apple Bin Restaurant, Rt. 56, Fishertown. 814-839-2850
Customized cars, trucks & motorcycles. Door prizes and DJ Music. 5-8 pm.

June 14
Gospel Sing-Focus Quartet

Friendship Village Campground, Bedford. 7pm. 814-623-1677.

June 14-15
Car Show & Chicken Barbeque

Six Mile Run Vol. Fire Co. 814-928-4034
All day carnival and barbeque.

June 15
Tractor Pull

New Enterprise (1 mile west of 869)
814-766-3715 . 3-10 pm. $

June 15
Annual Industrial Tool Drawing

Six Mile Run Vol. Fire Co. 814-928-4034
Dinner & drawing for 50 tool prizes
And 50 door prizes. 2-5pm. $

June 15
Father’s Day at Del Grosso’s Amusement Park

Tipton. 814-684-3538. Dad’s ride and slide free. $ (See ad page 25)

June 17-29
Live Theater: “Unnecessary Farce”

Mountain Playhouse, Rt. 985N, Jennerstown. 814-629-9201
Tues-Sat. 8pm, Wed-Fri. 2pm, Sun. 3pm.
Reservations. $

June 18 and 21
Farmers Market
Wednesdays on the square at the corner of Penn and Juliana Streets. Saturdays at the Fort Bedford Park on Juliana St. (down by the river), Bedford.
814-623-0048. 9am-1pm.

June 19-20
Bedford County Days at Fort Bedford Museum
FREE admission for all Bedford County citizens with valid ID. Book signings, demonstrations and more! Learn more about your Bedford County heritage. Call 814-623-8891 for more info.

June 20
Guided History Tour
Downtown, Bedford, PA. 814-623-1771
The tour begins at 3:30pm from the Bedford County Visitors Bureau office on Juliana Street and lasts until about 5pm. Free admission.

June 20
Car Races
Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-0500
Late model and limited late model cars, Also street stocks and hobby cruisers.
Races start at 7:30. $

June 21
Gospel Sing-Gospel Bond

Friendship Village Campgound, Bedford
814-623-1677. 7pm.

June 21

Juneteenth Underground Railroad Celebration

Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-3991
Motorcycle tour of underground railroad sites. Artists, music, soul food. 9-4pm.

June 21
Bloody Run 10K Run

REGISTRATION FORM - Click Here
814-623-2011. Takes place in the Everett area. Call for more info.

June 21-22
Civil War Reenactment

Old Bedford Village, Bedford. 814-623-1156. Sat.9-5pm. Sun.9-4pm. $

June 22
Summer Music on The Square: The Sharptones

Gazebo, corner of Penn & Juliana Streets, Bedford. 814-733-2301
Free concert. Bring chair. 2pm.
Music of the 1950s and 1960s. Oscar Stuckey started singing in groups at Hollidaysburg High School, has performed with the Altoona Choral Society, and has been singing in the Altoona Horseshoe Chorus (Barbershop) for 23 years. He has also performed on stage in 40 shows with The Altoona Community Theatre, Cresson Lake Playhouse, and Tyrone Community Theatre. Denny Ivory started his musical career at the age of 17 with a local band “Sojourn” in the 1970s. He is also a member
of the Altoona Horseshoe Chorus and the Holliday Harmonizers Quartet.

June 25 and 28
Farmers Market
Wednesdays on the square at the corner of Penn and Juliana Streets. Saturdays at the Fort Bedford Park on Juliana St. (down by the river), Bedford.
814-623-0048. 9am-1pm.

June 26-27
Pittsburgh 250 Bike Race

In downtown Bedford. 814-623-1771.
6-day long Tour de France-style espoir race.

June 27
Guided History Tour
Downtown, Bedford, PA. 814-623-1771
The tour begins at 3:30pm from the Bedford County Visitors Bureau office on Juliana Street and lasts until about 5pm. Free admission.

June 27
AMA National Motorcycle Racing
Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-0500
This Event Is A Bring Your Own Beer! No Glass Bottles Please. Rain Date for the AMA National Motorcycle Race is September 20, 2008. $

June 28
Gospel Sing-The Hagans Family

Friendship Village Campground, Bedford. 814-623-1677. 7pm.

June 28-29
Old West Reenactment: “Gunfight at The Okay Corral”.

Old Bedford Village, Bedford. 814-623-1156. 9-5pm. $

June 28-29
Historic Cavern Tours

Lincoln Caverns, 7703 William Penn Hwy., Huntingdon. 814-643-0268
Celebrate 78 years of discovery. Historic tours and workshops. $

June 29
Summer Music on The Square

Gazebo, corner of Penn & Juliana Streets, Bedford. 814-733-2301
Free concert. Bring chair. 2pm.

July 2008


July 1-20
Live Theater: “Disney’s Beauty and The Beast”

Mountain Playhouse, Rt. 985 N. Jennerstown. 814-629-9201
Tues-Sat. 8pm, Wed. & Fri. 2pm, Sun. 3pm. Reservations. $

July 2 and 5
Farmers Market

Wednesdays on the square at the corner of Penn and Juliana Streets. Saturdays at the Fort Bedford Park on Juliana St. (down by the river), Bedford.
814-623-0048. 9am-1pm.

July 2 - August 1
14th Annual Garden Art Exhibit

Bedford County Arts Council, 137 E. Pitt St., Bedford. (814) 623-1538.
Tues.-Sat. 11-5.

July 4

Car Races
Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-0500
Late model and limited late model cars, Also street stocks and hobby cruisers.
Races start at 7:30. $

July 4
Live Music at the Winery
Briar Valley Winery, Beside Radio Shack in Bedford. 814-623-0900
Complimentary wine glass and wine tasting. Bring a chair or blanket. Relax on the lawn while listening to some fine music and enjoying some fine wine. Food available. Music by: Jackson Monsour Band. $10 cover charge. Under 12 Free. Minors must be accompanied by a parent. 4:30-8pm. $.

July 4
First Friday Wine Tasting

Green Gables Restaurant, Rte. 985N. Jennerstown, 814-629-9201
6-8pm. Light Hors’Doeuvres and sampling of six wines. $

July 5
Schellsburg's Hometown Pride Days:
Fun Walk

Shawnee Lake, Rt. 30 Schellsburg.
3-mile walk at 8am.

July 5
Schellsburg's Hometown Pride Days:
Softball Game

Schellsburg Park, Rt. 30 Schellsburg.
Men's North-South slow pitch softball game with trophies. Children activities/contests. Adult actvities and tournaments. Music by: Dick and the Countdowns, Stone River Gypsies, and One Lane Bridge. Food Vendors. 1pm - dark.

July 6
Schellsburg's Hometown Pride Days:
Community Wide Church Service

Schellsburg Park, Rt. 30 Schellsburg.
Rev. Ruth Shaver and guests. Bring your own lunch. Strawberry shortcake available. Music by gospel groups: The Toppers and The Joyful Notes. 1-4pm.

July 5
Cruise-In
Weis Market, Bedford Square (half way between Bedford and Everett along Rt. 30). 814-623-0020
Customized cars, trucks & motorcycles. Door prizes and DJ music. 5-8pm.

July 5
Gospel Sing-Fellowship Quartet

Friendship Village Campground, Bedford. 7pm. 814-623-1677.

July 5-6
Schellsburg Bicentennial Hometown Pride Days

Schellsburg Community Park
All day. 814-623-7858. Mens’ softball game, childrens activities, music, food.

July 8
Summer Music on The Square
Gazebo, corner of Penn & Juliana Streets, Bedford. 814-733-2301
Free concert. Bring chair. 2pm.

July 9 and 12
Farmers Market
Wednesdays on the square at the corner of Penn and Juliana Streets. Saturdays at the Fort Bedford Park on Juliana St. (down by the river), Bedford.
814-623-0048. 9am-1pm.

July 11
Guided History Tour
Downtown, Bedford, PA. 814-623-1771
The tour begins at 3:30pm from the Bedford County Visitors Bureau office on Juliana Street and lasts until about 5pm. Free admission

July 11
Vera Bradley Fall Preview
Elaine's Wearable Art, corner of Pitt and Juliana Streets, Bedford, PA. 814-623-7216
Join us Friday, July 11th for a Vera Bradley Fall Preview. The new Fall bags and patterns are here! Refreshments and door prizes! 9am-7pm

July 11
Car Races
Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-0500
Late model and limited late model cars, Also street stocks and hobby cruisers.
Races start at 7:30. $

July 11-13 and 18-20
Live Theater: “Forever Plaid”

Gardner Theater at Old Bedford Village, Bus. Rt. 220 Bedford. 814-623-7555 Musical Curtain at 8pm. Sunday matinees at 3pm. $

July 12-13
Napoleonic Reenactment

Old Bedford Village, Bus. Rt.220, Bedford. 814-623-1156
A European village of 1815 is re-created. 9-5pm. $

July 12-13
Ox Roast

presented by Six Mile Run Junior Fireman
Six Mile Run, PA . 814-928-4034
Ox Sandwich or platter. July 12th 5pm-9pm; July 13th 12noon-9pm. $

July 12
Gospel Sing-Forgiven

Friendship Village Campground, Bedford. 814-623-1677. 7pm.

July 12
Cruise-In
Apple Bin Restaurant, Rt. 56, Fishertown. 814-839-2850
Customized cars, trucks & motorcycles. Door prizes and DJ Music. 5-8 pm.

July 13
Summer Music on The Square
Gazebo, corner of Penn & Juliana Streets, Bedford. 814-733-2301
Free concert. Bring chair. 2pm.

July 13
Lewis & Clark Circus

presented by Six Mile Run Junior Fireman
Six Mile Run, PA . 814-928-4034
Shows at 2pm and 4:30pm. $

July 16 and 19
Farmers Market
Wednesdays on the square at the corner of Penn and Juliana Streets. Saturdays at the Fort Bedford Park on Juliana St. (down by the river), Bedford.
814-623-0048. 9am-1pm.

July 18
Car Races
Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-0500
Late model and limited late model cars, Also street stocks and hobby cruisers.
Races start at 7:30. $

July 18
Guided History Tour
Downtown, Bedford, PA. 814-623-1771
The tour begins at 3:30pm from the Bedford County Visitors Bureau office on Juliana Street and lasts until about 5pm. Free admission


July 19
Gospel Sing-The Churchman:Bluegrass

Friendship Village Campground, Bedford. 7pm 814-623-1677.

July 18
Live Music at the Winery
Briar Valley Winery, Beside Radio Shack in Bedford. 814-623-0900
Complimentary wine glass and wine tasting. Bring a chair or blanket. Relax on the lawn while listening to some fine music and enjoying some fine wine. Food available. Music by: "The Highlites". When not touring with Fred "Blue Moon" Johnson, "The Blue Moon Tour Band" is known as "The Highlites." As "The Highlites" these six individuals have entertained audiences across Pennsylvania and Maryland. Prior to the formation of "The Highlites," its members have performed all over the United States, from New Jersey to Las Vegas, and have played with such nationally known groups as The Monkees, The Vogues, The Contours, The Tymes, Danny and the Juniors, The Temptations and many many more.$10 cover charge. Under 13 Free. Minors must be accompanied by a parent. 4:30-8pm. $.

July 19
Large Car Demolition Derby

Bedford County Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford 814-623-9011
Free parking. Admission $7 at grandstand. 6pm. $

July 19
Tractor Pull
New Enterprise, Pa. (1 mile west of 869)
3pm 814-766-3715 $

July 19
Pennsylvania Centre Orchestra
Under the baton of Douglas Meyer, playing Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, Bach’s Double Concerto, and Handel’s Overture to his “Solomon” Oratorio and “The Entrance of the Queen of Sheba.” Preceding the concert will be a fundraising dinner held at the home of Pat and Paul Detwiler. The concert, which begins at 7:30 P.M., will take place under a tent at Old Bedford Village, and picnicking is encouraged. Tickets are available at the Bedford County Visitors Bureau and Fisher’s Pharmacy in Bedford and Everett Rexall Pharmacy or by visiting www.bedfordspringsfestival.org. Adult tickets $15, student tickets $10, and senior tickets $10. Tickets to the 4:30 P.M. fundraising dinner are $100 per person and include a $15 concert ticket. Please call the PA Consort phone at 733-2301 or send an e-mail to paconsort@artsinbedfordpa.org for more info.

July 19-20
Summerfest ‘08

Old Bedford Village, Bedford 814-623-1156.
Music, ice cream, games, and buggy rides. 9-5pm. $

July 20
Summer Music on The Square
Gazebo, corner of Penn & Juliana Streets, Bedford. 814-733-2301
Free concert. Bring chair. 2pm.

July 20-26
Bedford County Fair

Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford.
814-623-9011. Farm, home, youth, and animal exhibits. Fair food, rides, tractor pull, demolition derbies, auto racing, and bull ride mania. One price admission. $

July 22-August 3
Live Theater: Stonewall’s Bust

Mountain Playhouse, Rt. 985 N., Jennerstown. 814-629-9201
Tues-Sat. 8pm, Wed-Fri. 2pm, Sun. 3pm. Reservations. $

July 23 and 26
Farmers Market
Wednesdays on the square at the corner of Penn and Juliana Streets. Saturdays at the Fort Bedford Park on Juliana St. (down by the river), Bedford.
814-623-0048. 9am-1pm.

July 24
Hot Summer Nights: Concert
Our inaugural concert will take place in the center of Juliana Street and the Public Squares in downtown Bedford, PA. From center stage, music will be provided by Wyldsyde, specializing in 80's "Big Hair" band music. Strolling through the streets will be Jackson Monsour. Bedford Sunrise Rotary and DBI will be selling snacks such as french fries and nachos to go along with beer that will be sold during the FREE concert. Plus, there will be outside dining provided by local restaurants. Spend an exciting evening in downtown Bedford with your friends for this great social event! Call DBI at 814-623-0048 for more info. 6-9pm

July 25
Guided History Tour
Downtown, Bedford, PA. 814-623-1771
The tour begins at 3:30pm from the Bedford County Visitors Bureau office on Juliana Street and lasts until about 5pm. Free admission

July 25
Car Races
Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-0500
Late model and limited late model cars, Also street stocks and hobby cruisers.
Races start at 7:30. $

July 26
Gospel Sing-Acclaim

Friendship Village Campground, Bedford. 814-623-1677. 7pm.

July 27
Summer Music on The Square
Gazebo, corner of Penn & Juliana Streets, Bedford. 814-733-2301
Free concert. Bring chair. 2pm.

July 30
Farmers Market
Wednesdays on the square at the corner of Penn and Juliana Streets. Saturdays at the Fort Bedford Park on Juliana St. (down by the river), Bedford.
814-623-0048. 9am-1pm.

 

August 2008


August 1
Guided History Tour
Downtown, Bedford, PA. 814-623-1771
The tour begins at 3:30pm from the Bedford County Visitors Bureau office on Juliana Street and lasts until about 5pm. Free admission

August 1
Comedy Night
Arena Restaurant, Bedford. 814-623-8074.
Nationally touring comedians. Doors open at 8pm. Show time is 9-11pm. Discounted admission with same-night dinner receipt from the Arena Restaurant. $

August 1
Car Races
Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-0500
Late model and limited late model cars, Also street stocks and hobby cruisers.
Races start at 7:30. $

August 1
First Friday Wine Tasting

Green Gables Restaurant, Rte. 985N. Jennerstown, 814-629-9201
6-8pm. Light Hors’Doeuvres and sampling of six wines. $

August 2
Live Music at the Winery
Briar Valley Winery, Beside Radio Shack in Bedford. 814-623-0900
Complimentary wine glass and wine tasting. Bring a chair or blanket. Relax on the lawn while listening to some fine music and enjoying some fine wine. Food available. Music by: Jackson Monsour Band. $10 cover charge. Under 12 Free. Minors must be accompanied by a parent. 4:30-8pm. $.

August 2
Cruise-In
Weis Market, Bedford Square (half way between Bedford and Everett along Rt. 30). 814-623-0020
Customized cars, trucks & motorcycles. Door prizes and DJ music. 5-8pm.

August 2
Farmers Market
Wednesdays on the square at the corner of Penn and Juliana Streets. Saturdays at the Fort Bedford Park on Juliana St. (down by the river), Bedford.
814-623-0048. 9am-1pm.

August 2
Gospel Sing-The Lowery Family

Friendship Village Campground, Bedford. 814-623-1677. 7pm.

August 2-3
1940’s Weekend

Old Bedford Village, Bedford. 814-623-1156. Sat.9-5, Sun. 9-4. $

August 5-17
Be My Baby

Mountain Playhouse Rt. 985 N., Jennerstown. 814-629-9201
Tues-Sat. 8pm, Wed-Fri. 2pm, Sun. 3pm. Reservations. $

August 6-9
Farmers Market
Wednesdays on the square at the corner of Penn and Juliana Streets. Saturdays at the Fort Bedford Park on Juliana St. (down by the river), Bedford.
814-623-0048. 9am-1pm.

August 6-29
7th Annual Animal Art Exhibit

Bedford County Arts Council, 137 E. Pitt St., Bedford. (814) 623-1538.
Tues.-Sat. 11-5.

August 8
Guided History Tour
Downtown, Bedford, PA. 814-623-1771
The tour begins at 3:30pm from the Bedford County Visitors Bureau office on Juliana Street and lasts until about 5pm. Free admission

August 8
Car Races
Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-0500
Late model and limited late model cars, Also street stocks and hobby cruisers.
Races start at 7:30. $

August 8-9 and 15-16-17
Live Theater: “Supporting Cast”

Gardner Theater at Old Bedford Village, Bus. Rt. 220 Bedford. 814-623-7555
Comedy. Curtain at 8pm. Sunday matinees at 3pm. $

August 9
Cruise-In
Apple Bin Restaurant, Rt. 56, Fishertown. 814-839-2850
Customized cars, trucks & motorcycles. Door prizes and DJ Music. 5-8 pm.

August 9
Gospel Sing-Needhams

Friendship Village Campground, Bedford. 814-623-1677. 7pm.

August 13
Christian Camp Meeting-Fellowship Quartet

Friendship Village Campground, Bedford. 814-623-1677. 7pm.

August 13 and 16
Farmers Market
Wednesdays on the square at the corner of Penn and Juliana Streets. Saturdays at the Fort Bedford Park on Juliana St. (down by the river), Bedford.
814-623-0048. 9am-1pm.

August 14
Christian Camp Meeting-Precious Seed

Friendship Village Campground, Bedford. 814-623-1677. 7pm.

August 14 or 17
Trans-Atlantic Cable Re-enactment

Bedford Springs Resort. Call (814) 623-8100 for more info.

August 15
Guided History Tour
Downtown, Bedford, PA. 814-623-1771
The tour begins at 3:30pm from the Bedford County Visitors Bureau office on Juliana Street and lasts until about 5pm. Free admission

August 15
Car Races
Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-0500
Late model and limited late model cars, Also street stocks and hobby cruisers.
Races start at 7:30. $

August 15
Christian Camp Meeting-Calvary’s Mercy

Friendship Village Campground, Bedford. 814-623-1677. 7pm.

August 16
Tractor Pull
New Enterprise, Pa. (1 mile west of 869)
3pm 814-766-3715 $

August 16
Gospel Celebration

Friendship Village Campground, Bedford. 814-623-1677.
The Masters, Greater Love, Promised Land, Fellowship Quartet, Curtis Hyler & Jubilation. 4-10pm.

August 16
Fort Bedford Dedication

Call (814) 623-1771 for more info.

August 16
Community Center Festival

East Mattie Rd. Breezewood. 814-652-9830. Food, bake sale, entertainment by Revised Edition at 5pm. Bring lawn chair.

August 16-17
British, French, & Indian War Re-enactment

Old Bedford Village, Bus. Rt. 220
814-623-1156 Visit the camps and talk to the Reenactors. Sat. 9-5pm. Sun. 9-4pm. $

August 19-31
Live Theater: Glorious!

Mountain Playhouse, Rt. 985 N., Jennerstown. 814-629-9201
Tues-Sat. 8pm. Wed-Fri. 2pm. Sun. 3pm. Reservations. $

August 20 and 23
Farmers Market
Wednesdays on the square at the corner of Penn and Juliana Streets. Saturdays at the Fort Bedford Park on Juliana St. (down by the river), Bedford.
814-623-0048. 9am-1pm.

August 22
Guided History Tour
Downtown, Bedford, PA. 814-623-1771
The tour begins at 3:30pm from the Bedford County Visitors Bureau office on Juliana Street and lasts until about 5pm. Free admission

August 22
Car Races
Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-0500
Late model and limited late model cars, Also street stocks and hobby cruisers.
Races start at 7:30. $

August 23
Hot Summer Nights: Concert
Concert will take place in the center of Juliana Street and the Public Squares in downtown Bedford, PA. Bands: (To be announced). Bedford Sunrise Rotary and DBI will be selling snacks such as french fries and nachos to go along with beer that will be sold during the FREE concert. Plus, there will be outside dining provided by local restaurants. Spend an exciting evening in downtown Bedford with your friends for this great social event! Call DBI at 814-623-0048 for more info. 6-9pm

August 23
Gospel Celebration-Pell Brothers

Friendship Village Campground, Bedford. 814-623-1677. 7pm.

August 23-24
N-Scale Weekend

ProCare Sportsplex, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-2239
Many layouts & vendors. 9am-3pm. $

August 27 and 30
Farmers Market
Wednesdays on the square at the corner of Penn and Juliana Streets. Saturdays at the Fort Bedford Park on Juliana St. (down by the river), Bedford.
814-623-0048. 9am-1pm.

August 28-31
Shawnee Valley Fire Co. Street Fair

Shawnee Valley Fire Hall, 814-733-2919 Parade, food, & entertainment. 5pm-? on 28th-29th. 12Noon-? on 30th-31st

August 29
Guided History Tour
Downtown, Bedford, PA. 814-623-1771
The tour begins at 3:30pm from the Bedford County Visitors Bureau office on Juliana Street and lasts until about 5pm. Free admission

August 29
Car Races
Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-0500
Late model and limited late model cars, Also street stocks and hobby cruisers.
Races start at 7:30. $

August 30
Car Races
Bedford Co.

August 30
Schellsburg's Hometown Reunion Day

VFW Pavilion, Schellsburg.
Memories, storytelling, reminiscing. Recipes - a taste of the town. Scrap-booking - make your own. 10am-5pm. 1pm at the VFW Ball Field town folks will be photographed for the time capsule. 6pm the time capsule will be barried at the cemetery. .

August 30
Schellsburg Hometown Reunion Day

Schellsburg VFW Pavillion, 814-623-7858
10am-6pm

 

September 2008


September 1

Labor Day & Customer Appreciation

Del Grosso’s Amusement Park, Tipton. 814-684-3538 $

September 3 and 6
Farmers Market
Wednesdays on the square at the corner of Penn and Juliana Streets. Saturdays at the Fort Bedford Park on Juliana St. (down by the river), Bedford.
814-623-0048. 9am-1pm.

September 3-26
Artist Exhibit: Gorsuch and Housel

Bedford County Arts Council, 137 E. Pitt St., Bedford. (814) 623-1538.
Raku by Helen Gorsuch and paintings by Donna Housel.

September 5
Guided History Tour
Downtown, Bedford, PA. 814-623-1771
The tour begins at 3:30pm from the Bedford County Visitors Bureau office on Juliana Street and lasts until about 5pm. Free admission

September 5
Comedy Night
Arena Restaurant, Bedford. 814-623-8074.
Nationally touring comedians. Doors open at 8pm. Show time is 9-11pm. Discounted admission with same-night dinner receipt from the Arena Restaurant. $

September 5
Car Races
Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-0500
Late model and limited late model cars, Also street stocks and hobby cruisers.
Races start at 7:30. $

September 6
Cruise-In/Chicken Barbeque

Friendship Village Campground, Bedford. 814-623-1677. 12-4.

September 6
Cruise-In
Weis Market, Bedford Square (half way between Bedford and Everett along Rt. 30). 814-623-0020
Customized cars, trucks & motorcycles. Door prizes and DJ music. 5-8pm.

September 7
First Friday Wine Tasting

Green Gables Restaurant, Rte. 985N. Jennerstown, 814-629-9201
6-8pm. Light Hors’Doeuvres and sampling of six wines. $

September 10 and 13
Farmers Market
Wednesdays on the square at the corner of Penn and Juliana Streets. Saturdays at the Fort Bedford Park on Juliana St. (down by the river), Bedford.
814-623-0048. 9am-1pm.

September 12
Guided History Tour
Downtown, Bedford, PA. 814-623-1771
The tour begins at 3:30pm from the Bedford County Visitors Bureau office on Juliana Street and lasts until about 5pm. Free admission

September 12
Car Races
Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-0500
Late model and limited late model cars, Also street stocks and hobby cruisers.
Races start at 7:30. $

September 13
Cruise-In
Apple Bin Restaurant, Rt. 56, Fishertown. 814-839-2850
Customized cars, trucks & motorcycles. Door prizes and DJ Music. 5-8 pm.

September 13
Hot Summer Nights: Concert
Concert will take place in the center of Juliana Street and the Public Squares in downtown Bedford, PA. From center stage, music will be provided by Dick and the Countdowns, specializing in 50's and 60's music. Snacks such as french fries and nachos to go along with beer that will be sold during the FREE concert. Plus, there will be outside dining provided by local restaurants. Spend an exciting evening in downtown Bedford with your friends for this great social event! Call DBI at 814-623-0048 for more info. 6-9pm

September 13
9th Annual Make-A-Wish Big Rig Convoy
Bedford County Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. Contact rex@jlinetrucking.com for more info.
Benefits Make-A-Wish of Greater PA & Southern WV. Open to commercial trucks only! Trophies, entertainment, food, camping available. 7am-4pm; convoy begins at 1:30pm. More info at wishconvoy.com $

September 14
9th Annual Make-A-Wish Car Show
Bedford County Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. Call 814-255-1889 for more info.
Open for all cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Participant judged, classes for everyone. Food and activities and giveaways. Rain or Shine: 10am-4pm. $10 per vehicle/spectators free. More info at wishconvoy.com

September 17 and 20
Farmers Market
Wednesdays on the square at the corner of Penn and Juliana Streets. Saturdays at the Fort Bedford Park on Juliana St. (down by the river), Bedford.
814-623-0048. 9am-1pm.

September 17-28
Live Theater: George Washington-French & Indian War

Mountain Playhouse, Rt. 985 N., Jennerstown. 814-629-9201
Reservations. $

September 19
Guided History Tour
Downtown, Bedford, PA. 814-623-1771
The tour begins at 3:30pm from the Bedford County Visitors Bureau office on Juliana Street and lasts until about 5pm. Free admission

September 19
Antique Tractor Pull

New Enterprise (1 mile west of 869). 814-766-3715. 5pm

September 19
Car Races
Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-0500
Late model and limited late model cars, Also street stocks and hobby cruisers.
Races start at 7:30. $

September 19-21
Tractor & Farm Fall Show

New Enterprise (1 mile west of 869)
814-832-3170. 9am-9pm. $

September 20
Health by Choice Fall Festival

Health by Choice, Lafayette Rd. New Enterprise. 814-766-2273
Seminars, organic & natural foods, activities, hayride. 9am-5pm

September 20
PA Consort: Bay St. Brassworks

Methodist Church, 132 E. John St. Bedford. 814-733-2301. 7:30pm. $

September 20
Tractor Pull
New Enterprise, Pa. (1 mile west of 869)
3pm 814-766-3715 $

September 26
Guided History Tour
Downtown, Bedford, PA. 814-623-1771
The tour begins at 3:30pm from the Bedford County Visitors Bureau office on Juliana Street and lasts until about 5pm. Free admission

September 26
Car Races
Bedford Co. Fairgrounds, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-0500
Late model and limited late model cars, Also street stocks and hobby cruisers.
Races start at 7:30. $

September 26
Dancing & Wine Tasting Party
Four Little Sisters Dinner Theatre, 154 N. Richard St., Bedford, PA. 814-624-0010
Dancing and wine tasting party featuring KUN-TA JUS. Classic rock band. Open to the public of all ages.

September 27 and 28
Harvestfest

Del Grosso’s Amusement Park
Tipton. 814-684-3538. $ (See ad pg 25)

October 2008


October 1

Marine Corps Band

Bedford High School auditorium, John St., Bedford. (814) 623-4250. 7pm.

October 1-12
The Bible: Complete Word of God

Mountain Playhouse, Rt. 985 N., Jennerstown. 814-629-9201
Tue-Sat. 8pm. Wed-Fri. 2pm. Sun. 3pm. Reservations. $

October 1-31
24th Juried Fine Arts Exhibit

Bedford County Arts Council, 137 E. Pitt St., Bedford. (814) 623-1538.
Tues.-Sat. 11-5.

October 3
Guided History Tour
Downtown, Bedford, PA. 814-623-1771
The tour begins at 3:30pm from the Bedford County Visitors Bureau office on Juliana Street and lasts until about 5pm. Free admission

October 3-4
Haunted Halloween Hayride #7

1 ½ mi. past Jean Bonnet Tavern on 31 west. 814-623-8696 7:30pm.
40 min. hayride with 25 scary, exciting scenes. Some cute scenes for kids. $

October 4
Tractor Pull
New Enterprise, Pa. (1 mile west of 869)
3pm 814-766-3715 $

October 4
Murder Mystery Evening

Old Bedford Village Bus. Rt. 220 Bedford. 814-623-1156. Figure out “whodunit.” Bring a flashlight. 6-10pm $

October 4
Cruise-In
Weis Market, Bedford Square (half way between Bedford and Everett along Rt. 30). 814-623-0020
Customized cars, trucks & motorcycles. Door prizes and DJ music. 5-8pm.

October 4
The Ghosts of Old Bedford Walking Tour
Bedford, PA. 814-276-3935
Join authors and ghost hunters, Patty Wilson and Scott Crownover from Mysterious Journeys on the Travel Channel for this most unique tour learning about Bedford's ghostly past. Starts at 8:30pm from the corner of John and Juliana Streets. $

October 4
Auction Under the Big Tent
Four Little Sisters Dinner Theatre, 154 N. Richard St., Bedford, PA. 814-624-0010
9am-4pm.

October 4
Dancing & Wine Tasting Party
Four Little Sisters Dinner Theatre, 154 N. Richard St., Bedford, PA. 814-624-0010
Dancing and wine tasting party featuring KUN-TA JUS. Classic rock band. Open to the public of all ages. 5pm-7pm

October 4-5
Bedford’s Fall Foliage Festival

Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford.
Two weekends (also Oct. 11-12), featuring over 400 quality artisans and crafters, excellent festival foods and live entertainment. The festival runs from 9-5 on both days.

October 4-5
33rd Annual Juried Indoor Craft Show
Sponsored by the Bedford Chapter of the PA Guild of Craftsmen
Old Bedford Jail, corner of Penn and Thomas Streets, Bedford, PA.
9am-5pm. Free admission.

October 10
Guided History Tour
Downtown, Bedford, PA. 814-623-1771
The tour begins at 3:30pm from the Bedford County Visitors Bureau office on Juliana Street and lasts until about 5pm. Free admission

October 10
Oktoberfest

Green Gables Restaurant Rt. 985N
Jennerstown. 814-629-9201
German music, beer and food. Music by The Rhinelanders. 6pm-mid. $

October 10
First Friday Wine Tasting

Green Gables Restaurant, Rte. 985N. Jennerstown, 814-629-9201
6-8pm. Light Hors’Doeuvres and sampling of six wines. $

October 10-11
Haunted Halloween Hayride #7
1 ½ mi. past Jean Bonnet Tavern on 31 west. 814-623-8696 7:30pm.
40 min. hayride with 25 scary, exciting scenes. Some cute scenes for kids. $

October 10-11
Ghost & Goblins Tours

Lincoln Caverns, 7703 William Penn Hwy., Huntingdon. 814-643-0268
Haunted cavern & trail tour. Fri. 6-10pm; Sat. 11am-10pm. $

October 11
Cruise-In
Apple Bin Restaurant, Rt. 56, Fishertown. 814-839-2850
Customized cars, trucks & motorcycles. Door prizes and DJ Music. 5-8 pm.

October 11
Dancing & Wine Tasting Party
Four Little Sisters Dinner Theatre, 154 N. Richard St., Bedford, PA. 814-624-0010
Dancing and wine tasting party featuring KUN-TA JUS. Classic rock band. Open to the public of all ages. 4pm-6pm

October 11
Fall Foliage Classic

Shawnee State Park, Rt. 30, Schellsburg. 814-652-0025.
5K-10K Run & 5K Walk. 9am click here for a registration form

October 11
Murder Mystery Evening
Old Bedford Village Bus. Rt. 220 Bedford. 814-623-1156. Figure out “whodunit.” Bring a flashlight. 6-10pm $

October 11
The Ghosts of Old Bedford Walking Tour
Bedford, PA. 814-276-3935
Join authors and ghost hunters, Patty Wilson and Scott Crownover from Mysterious Journeys on the Travel Channel for this most unique tour learning about Bedford's ghostly past. Starts at 8:30pm from the corner of John and Juliana Streets. $

October 11-12
Bedford’s Fall Foliage Festival

Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford.
Two weekends (also Oct. 4-5), featuring over 400 quality artisans and crafters, excellent festival foods and live entertainment. The festival runs from 9-5 on both days.

October 11-12
33rd Annual Juried Indoor Craft Show
Sponsored by the Bedford Chapter of the PA Guild of Craftsmen
Old Bedford Jail, corner of Penn and Thomas Streets, Bedford, PA.
9am-5pm. Free admission.

October 17
Guided History Tour
Downtown, Bedford, PA. 814-623-1771
The tour begins at 3:30pm from the Bedford County Visitors Bureau office on Juliana Street and lasts until about 5pm. Free admission

October 17-18
Haunted Halloween Hayride #7
1 ½ mi. past Jean Bonnet Tavern on 31 west. 814-623-8696 7:30pm.
40 min. hayride with 25 scary, exciting scenes. Some cute scenes for kids. $

October 17-18
Ghost & Goblins Tours
Lincoln Caverns, 7703 William Penn Hwy., Huntingdon. 814-643-0268
Haunted cavern & trail tour. Fri. 6-10pm; Sat. 11am-10pm. $

October 17-19 and 24-26
Live Theater: “Oliver”

Gardner Theater at Old Bedford Village Bus. Rt. 220 Bedford. 814-623-1156 Musical. Curtain at 8pm. Sunday matinees at 3pm. $

October 18
Costume Promenade for Kids

Downtown Bedford. 814-623-0048
Costumed children are guided down the sidewalks of dowtown Bedord collecting Halloween treats from participating merchants. Meet in front of the DBI office on Juliana Street. Call for time.

October 18
Apple/Craft Fest

Friendship Village Campground, Bedford. 814-623-1677
Craft fair, cider, apple butter made on premises, dumplings. 10-4.

October 18
PA Consort: The Newstead Trio

Methodist Church, 132 E. John St., Bedford. 814-733-2301 7:30pm $

October 18-19
Pumpkinfest ‘08

Old Bedford Village, Bus. Rt. 220, Bedford. 814-623-1156.
Games, buggy rides & pumpkin pie. 9-5. Kids 14 and under free. $

October 24
Guided History Tour
Downtown, Bedford, PA. 814-623-1771
The tour begins at 3:30pm from the Bedford County Visitors Bureau office on Juliana Street and lasts until about 5pm. Free admission

October 24
Dancing & Wine Tasting Party
Four Little Sisters Dinner Theatre, 154 N. Richard St., Bedford, PA. 814-624-0010
Dancing and wine tasting party featuring KUN-TA JUS. Classic rock band. Open to the public of all ages. 7pm-9pm

October 24-25
Haunted Halloween Hayride #7
1 ½ mi. past Jean Bonnet Tavern on 31 west. 814-623-8696 7:30pm.
40 min. hayride with 25 scary, exciting scenes. Some cute scenes for kids. $

October 24-25
Ghost & Goblins Tours
Lincoln Caverns, 7703 William Penn Hwy., Huntingdon. 814-643-0268
Haunted cavern & trail tour. Fri. 6-10pm; Sat. 11am-10pm. $

October 25
Quilt Retreat

The National Museum of the American Coverlet, 322 S. Juliana St., Bedford, PA
814-623-1588
A fun, one-day adventure into quilt making. Participants will learn how to piece a quilt, using the Bedford Beauty pattern created by NMAC's own Charli Thompson using fabrics from Winham's Coverlet Collection II. Fee includes lunch, Museum tour, instruction. $

October 26
Train Show & Swap Meet

ProCare Sportsplex, Bus. Rt. 30, Bedford. 814-623-2239
Many layouts & vendors. 9am-3pm. $

October 27
Bedford Elks Halloween Parade

Downtown Bedford. 814-623-9510
7:30-9pm Raindate: 10/29/08

October 30
Trick or Treat Night

Bedford. 814-623-1771
6pm-8pm.

October 30
Guided History Tour
Downtown, Bedford, PA. 814-623-1771
The tour begins at 3:30pm from the Bedford County Visitors Bureau office on Juliana Street and lasts until about 5pm. Free admission

October 31
Haunted Halloween Hayride #7
1 ½ mi. past Jean Bonnet Tavern on 31 west. 814-623-8696 7:30pm.
40 min. hayride with 25 scary, exciting scenes. Some cute scenes for kids. $

October 31
Haunted Village

Old Bedford Village, Bus. Rt. 220, Bedford. 814-623-1156 6-9pm. $

October 31
Ghost & Goblins Tours
Lincoln Caverns, 7703 William Penn Hwy., Huntingdon. 814-643-0268
Haunted cavern & trail tour. Fri. 6-10pm; Sat. 11am-10pm. $

 

November 2008


November 1
Haunted Village

Old Bedford Village, Bus. Rt. 220, Bedford. 814-623-1156 6-9pm. $

November 1
Ghost & Goblins Tours
Lincoln Caverns, 7703 William Penn Hwy., Huntingdon. 814-643-0268
Haunted cavern & trail tour. Fri. 6-10pm; Sat. 11am-10pm. $

November 1
Revels
Mountain Playhouse, Rt. 985N, Jennerstown. 814-629-9201.
Annual fundraiser to benefit Mountain Playhouse. Dinner, dancing and live entertainment. Also a 2008 Smart Car raffle. 6pm-midnight. $

November 5-28
Artist Exhibit: Charles Barr

Bedford County Arts Council, 137 E. Pitt St., Bedford. (814) 623-1538.
Watercolors. Tues.-Sat. 11-5. (See ad pg. 30)

November 6-9
Holiday Open House

Downtown Bedford
Participating merhcants offer refreshments to kick-off the holiday shopping season.

November 7
Comedy Night
Arena Restaurant, Bedford. 814-623-8074.
Nationally touring comedians. Doors open at 8pm. Show time is 9-11pm. Discounted admission with same-night dinner receipt from the Arena Restaurant. $

November 8
Gala Reception and Dinner Event

Bedford Springs Resort, Bedford, PA. 1-866-623-8163
Classes, seminars and tastings, Mediterrainian lunch. Gala Reception and dinner event with bon appetit signature menus. Advanced reservations required. $

November 9
Bedford Springs Farmers Market

Bedford Springs Resort, Bedford, PA. 1-866-623-8163
Featuring local, organic produce and regional artisans. Great gift ideas.9am-1pm

November 13
Baked Chicken Supper
Six Mile Run Fire Hall, Six Mile Run, Pennsylvania. 814-928-4034
Eat-in or take-out. 5pm $6/per person

November 13
Food Auction
Six Mile Run Fire Hall, Six Mile Run, Pennsylvania. 814-928-4034
Frozen and misc. food auction. 6pm $

November 15
PA Consort: Bryan Lohr

Methodist Church, 132 E. John St., Bedford. 814-733-2301 7:30pm $

December 15
Historical Conference Dinner

Old Bedford Village, Bus. Rt. 220, Bedford 814-623-1156.
Featuring historic presentations by Alan Irvine (History of the Forbes' Expedition) and Charles Fagan, III (Young George Washington) 6:30pm. $

November 15
Gala Wine & Food Event

Bedford Springs Resort, Bedford, PA. 1-866-623-8163
Featuring internationally renowned Chef and Dallas restauranteur, Richard Chamberlain. $130/per person. Advanced reservations required.

November 20
Pancake & Sausage Supper
Six Mile Run Fire Hall, Six Mile Run, Pennsylvania. 814-928-4034
All you can eat. Eat-in or take-out. 5pm $5.50/per person.

November 20
Christmas Auction
Six Mile Run Fire Hall, Six Mile Run, Pennsylvania. 814-928-4034
Something for everyone. 6pm $

November 28
Comedy Night
Arena Restaurant, Bedford. 814-623-8074.
Nationally touring comedians. Doors open at 8pm. Show time is 9-11pm. Discounted admission with same-night dinner receipt from the Arena Restaurant. $

November 28th - January 1st
Christmas Light Display

Del Grosso’s Amusement Park, Old Rt. 220, Tipton. 814-684-3538 $

Nov. 29th
Everett’s Christmas Parade

Downtown Everett. 814-652-2933
Visit with Santa after the parade. 10am

November 29
Everett’s Holiday Street Fair

Downtown Everett. 814-652-2933
10am-3pm


December 2008


December 1
Lonely Dear Sales

Downtown Bedford, Inc. 814-623-0048. Downtown merchants. 5:45am.

December 3-24
Artist Exhibit: Suzanne Donazett
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Bedford County Arts Council, 137 E. Pitt St., Bedford. (814) 623-1538.
Woven copper. Tues.-Sat. 11-5. (See ad pg. 30)

December 5-7
Live Theater:” Miracle on 34th Street”

Gardner Theater at Old Bedford Village, Bus. Rt. 220, Bedford. 814-623-7555 Musical Christmas Story. Curtain at 8pm. Sunday matinees at 3pm. $

December 6
Snowflake Social

Bedford Co. Arts Center, 137 E. Pitt St., Bedford. 814-623-0048
Fundraiser for Downtown Bedford, Inc.

December 6
Mesiah

Bedford United Methodist Church, John St., Bedford. 814-733-2301
Community Chorus. 7:30pm $

December 6 and 13
Old Fashion Christmas

Old Bedford Village, Bus. Rt. 220, Bedford 814-623-1156.
Horse and carriage rides, carolers in church and hot cider in the tavern. Bring a flashlight. 5-9pm. $

December 12-14
Live Theater:” Miracle on 34th Street”
Gardner Theater at Old Bedford Village, Bus. Rt. 220, Bedford. 814-623-7555 Musical Christmas Story. Curtain at 8pm. Sunday matinees at 3pm. $

December 13
Christmas Through the Eyes of a Child
Santa in downtown Bedford, PA
Public square (corner of Penn and Juliana Streets), Bedford, PA
12Noon: BHS Varsity Singers kick of the Holidays with songs of the season
12:30: Santa arrives in the gazebo! Kids can get their picture taken with Santa and a free treat bag courtesy of DBI, plus a stiltwalker will entertain the kids while they are waiting in line.
12:30: BHS Band playing Christmas tunes
1:00 Sherry Foor Dance Studio performs
1:30 St. John's UCC choir sings carols
Ice Carving demonstration by Tim Klock in front of the Bedford Presbyterian Church, STEAMER from the Altoona Curve, Face painting by the United Methodist Church, Kettle Corn, petting station of animals for adoption by the Bedford Co. Humane Society, Hot Chocolate, hot dogs and more!

December 13-14
Christmas in Schellsburg:
From Our House To Your House

Rt. 30, Schellsburg. 814-733-2984
Tour of several homes and the Old Log Church in Schellsburg. $

 

 

Movies

Starting November 7: Madagascar 2
Coming November 21: Bolt
Coming Soon: Quantum of Solace
Coming Soon: Max Payne
Pitt Theater, 143 East Pitt Street, Bedford, PA 15522. 814-623-7511
7:30pm daily; 3pm Matinee Saturday and Sunday. Adults $6; Children/Seniors $4



The Bedford County Visitors Bureau is not responsible for cancellation or rescheduling of any of the events listed on this page. If youre planning an event in Bedford County, PA submit your info (date, name of event, location, description, hours, and admission cost) to
Stacy Jo Bollman
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