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Armstrong Community Theater
Armstrong Community Theater
www.armstrongcommunitytheater.org
Worthington Civic Center
214 E Main St. Ext.
Worthington, PA 16226
724-763-3680
Email
Local community theater group dedicated to offering Armstrong County the opportunity to be entertained. Come and enjoy the theatrical experience.
Armstrong County League of Arts
www.leagueofarts.org
461 Cadogan Slate Lick Road
Kittanning, PA 16201
724-763-1722
Email
Our Organization is a friendly environment that is a "Family-oriented" cultural learning center promoting, presenting and showcasing Traditional and Folk activities such as arts, crafts, music and dance. Won't you come in, visit and see what our organization has to offer.
Arts on the Allegheny
www.artsontheallegheny.org
P.O. Box 1015
Kittanning, PA 16201
Email
The mission of Arts on the Allegheny is to entertain, educate and enrich the cultural life of western Pennsylvania by presenting quality performers and artists at the Kittanning Riverfront Park and other venues.
Belmont Complex
Belmont Complex
www.co.armstrong.pa.us
415 Butler Road
Kittanning, PA 16201
724-548-1067
724-548-5455 (fax)
Email
The Belmont Complex Ice Season (public skates, amateur and high school hockey, tournaments, learn-to-skate, figure skating) operates September through April. Regular Public Skate hours are Thursday 12-2pm, Friday 8-10pm, Saturday 7:30-9:30pm, and Sunday 2-4pm. The Belmont Pool Season operates June through August. We have a large Olympic size swimming pool with beach entry, water fountain, water slide, low dive, playground, pavilions, volleyball and new ADA compliant locker rooms. The Belmont Complex Arena is available April through August for event hosting. We have a state of the art banquet/conference room available with wireless internet & wireless microphone capability for up to 200 people.
Casino Theatre
www.casinotheatre.org
145 Lincoln Ave.
Vandergrift, PA 15690
724-567-5049
Email
This "National Museum of Vaudville at Casino Theater" is Southwestern Pennsylvania's oldest operating theatre. We host all kinds of entertainment from country-western music to dinner theaters, and the facility is available for theater events, recitals, presentations, and concerts. Check out our website for shows and to order tickets!
Checks Radio Museum
660 Hillville Road
Karns City, PA 16041
724-526-5202
724-526-5202 (fax)
Email
800 radios displayed in a beautiful setting on the Allegheny River at the end of Seybertown Road. Free admission – open April through October. Call for tour, or tour by chance.
Crooked Creek Environmental Learning Center
www.crookedcreekelc.org
142 Kerr Road
Ford City, PA 16226
724-763-6316
724-763-6915 (fax)
Email
Promoting environmental education and resource conservation in a quiet wooded setting. The multi-use facility is available year-round to organized groups and businesses for meetings, workshops, and retreats.
Dayton Fair
www.daytonfair.com
P.O. Box 271
Dayton, PA 16222
814-257-8332
814-257-8278 (fax)
Email
Agricultural Fair including animals, carnival, demo derby’s, tractor pulls, and nationally known entertainment.
Dragon Run Forge & Livery
www.dragonrunforgeandlivery.com
323 Porterfield Hill
Cowansville, PA 16218
724-543-3367
Email
Discover the hidden Armstrong County. Enjoy secluded horse drawn tours, from colorful fall foliage tours to relaxing spring and summer bloom drives, and sleigh rides in the winter. Ask about our gift certificates. Also available for blacksmithing demos and interactive demos for children. Discounts for horse drawn weddings in local communities.
Ford City Area Heritage Days
www.fordcityheritagedays.com
PO Box 205
Ford City, PA 16226
724-763-1617
Email
Ford City Heritage Days is a five day festival over the July 4th holiday that celebrates ethnic heritage and tradition. The event features entertainment, Bingo, 5K walk/run, parade, fireworks, children's activities and rides, as well as crafts and ethnic foods.
Fort Armstrong Folk Festival
www.armstrongfestival.com
PO Box 991
Kittanning, PA 16201
724-543-6363
Email
The 38th annual festival held July 30 - Aug 2 along the Allegheny River includes period clothed marketers, horse drawn carriages, live performers and a food court. No admission charge.
Fort Armstrong Horseman's Association
www.crookedcreekhorsepark-faha.com
Crooked Creek Horse Park
Ford City, PA 16226
724-545-1271
Email
Presenting the 14th annual Fort Armstrong Horseman's Association Championship RODEO July 9-10, 2010 at Crooked Creek Horse Park, Manor Twp., Ford City. Featuring: Bareback Horse Riding, Steer Wrestling, Saddle Bronc Riding, Tie Down Roping, Barrel Racing, Team Roping, Bull Riding, Special Acts, and Kids Calf Scramble. Gates open at 4:30, Rodeo starts at 8pm, both nights.
Foxburg Tours Trails & Rentals
www.segwaywpa.com
8 Main Street
Foxburg, PA 16036
724-659-0141
Email
FTTR provides two spectacular Segway tours: an April thru November guided tour of the beautiful and historic Fox estate and our May thru October fun-filled adventure tour with miles of lush forests filled with wildlife and a breathtaking view high above the Allegheny and Clarion Rivers. We also offer bicycle rentals for leisurely rides on our newly paved and scenic Allegheny river trail.
Freeport Theatre Festival
www.freeporttheatrefestival.org
2498 White Cloud Farm Road
Leechburg, PA 15656
724-295-1934
Email
Freeport Theatre Festival is a non-profit, summer theatre devoted to performing the classic plays of world theatre and historical dramas about Pennsylvania and her people.
Greendale Tavern & Lanes
10631 State Route 85
Kittanning, PA 16201
724-783-7111
Drop into Greendale Tavern for good times and great food! This restaurant/bowling lanes combination is a neighborhood favorite, and offers a casual, friendly dining atmosphere that you and your friends are sure to enjoy. We have 12 lanes, offering league and open bowling 8am-12:30am daily. Whether you're in the mood for casual dining or a special occasion, Greendale Tavern is sure to please.
Happy Trails Equine Center
www.happytrailsequinecenter.com
1241 Martin Road
Kittanning, PA 16201
814-257-8935
Email
Happy Trails Equine Center is situated on 125 acres of wooded and gently rolling farmland. We invite you and your family to saddle up and mosey down the trail with us for a one or two hour guided ride through the woods and over water. After your ride, relax around the campfire and enjoy outdoor cooking in the country. We customize and accommodate for groups of all ages and sizes.
Inner Strength/Inner Harmony
www.inner-strength.org
825 Lovers Leap Road
Leechburg, PA 15656
724-845-1041
724-845-7739 (fax)
Email
Inner Strength Health and Wellness center offers naturopathic health services, with full Chinese medicine, herbals, and medical qigong. Private personal training, meditation training, taijichuan and qigong exercise can help with illness and injury recovery.
Katatumbo Fireworks, LLC
Katatumbo Fireworks, LLC
www.katatumbo.com
PO Box 142
Manorville, PA 16238
724-664-7051
Email
Katatumbo Fireworks engineers professional display fireworks shows customized to your event, your space and your budget. Whether your event requires a simple pyrotechnic accent or a full scale show, we can help; and yes, we have the big stuff.
Kiski Junction Railroad
www.kiskijunction.com
P.O. Box 48
130 Railroad Street
Schenley, PA 15682
724-295-5577
Email
Open June 3 to October 31, 2008. Trains run on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 2:00 p.m. One to 1 ˝ half hour ride. Don’t miss our Fall Leaf, Halloween, and December Four Paws Express Rides! Visit our website for other theme events, directions, and info.
Kit-Han-Ne Car Club, Region of the Antique Automobile Club of America
Kit-Han-Ne Car Club, Region of the Antique Automobile Club of America
www.kithannecarclub.com
239 Hillberry Road
Worthington, PA 16262
724-297-5542
Email
Come join us for antique, classic, hot rod and motorcycle fun throughout the ‘car season’ of the year. We sponsor a monthly Wednesday evening car cruise-in at the Cadet Restaurant starting in May. Together with Kalmar Motors and Cadet management, we sponsor two cruise-ins to benefit HAVIN. Also, look for cruise-ins at the Kittanning Township Firehall – there will be a Cinco De Maio Cruise-in 2010. Use our website or call for accurate, up-to-date information. Club meetings are held the Wednesday evening the week after Cadet Cruise night at Theresa’s Royle Allegheny Restaurant.
Kit-Han-Ne Rock and Gem Club
www.facetersco-op.com/zabinski/gemshow.htm
1055 Glade Park East
Kittanning, PA 16201
724-543-6131
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Sponsors of the Rock and Gem Show on October 9 & 10, 2010 at the Worthington-West Franklin Fire Hall.
Leechburg Area Community Association (LACA)
www.leechburglive.com
141 Market Street
Leechburg, PA 15656
Email
We are a community based organization that promotes Leechburg businesses, activities, and events. See our website for up-to-date activities and projects.
Rachel Carson Trails Conservancy
www.rachelcarsontrails.org
P.O. Box 35
Warrendale, PA 15086
724-325-3224
Email
We are dedicated to the development, protection, and promotion of hiking, biking, and walking trails throughout western Pennsylvania. Armstrong County hosts a portion of the Baker Trail, a 132-mile hiking and backpacking trail which follows forest paths, old jeep trails, and paved roads. Each August, runners test themselves on the trail in our annual 50-mile Baker Trail UltraChallenge & Relay!
Redbank Valley Outfitters
www.redbankvalleyoutfitters.com
159 Wright Lane
Hawthorn, PA 16230
814-229-3621
Email
We are a tube/kayak rental and livery service located in Northern Armstrong County. We offer floats of various lengths on the Redbank Creek. We can also arrange trips on the Mahoning Creek by special request. Check out our website for more information, or call us at 814-229-3621, 814-365-5085, or 814-227-5706.
Shannock Valley Car Club Region of Antique Automobile Club of America
P.O. Box 43
Rural Valley, PA 16249
724-525-9931
Email
Join us this summer for a Cruise-in at West Shamokin High School and the Fort Armstrong Folk Festival. Meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at Charley's Place in Rural Valley. Contact Club for more info.
Shannock Valley Recreation Commission
P.O. Box 512
Rural Valley, PA 16249
724-783-7089
Provides recreational facilities for the Rural Valley area and Cowanshannock Township. Manages parks at Rural Valley, Numine, and Sagamore. Pavilion rentals available.
The River's Edge Canoe & Kayak
The River's Edge Canoe & Kayak
www.the-rivers-edge.com
3158 River Road
Leechburg, PA 15656
724-845-9501
724-845-9501 (fax)
Email
We are a canoe/kayak center and livery service with a full service bait & tackle shop. Trips are offered along the Kiski river from Avonmore to Schenley. Come paddle with us.
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