Founded in 1989 and located on the Steele Farmstead, Freeport Theatre Festival is a summer community theatre offering the cherished classics as well as original historical dramas written by playwright Rennick Steele.

Manor Township is the place people of all ages can enjoy our rivers, lakes, parks, restaurants, and country living. Discover the excitement of exploring our woodlands, walking trails, horseback riding, rodeos and more. Kayaking, boating on the Allegheny River at Fort Run Park and Crooked Creek Lake. Invoke imagination.
Oberst’s Pet Paradise, LLC is a pet shop carrying a wide array of exotic pets and pet supplies.
Barry’s Ground Cover is a seasonal pop-up nursery located at Brightmeyer’s Greenhouse in Ford City. They are open March through May, seven days a week, from 8 AM-5 PM.

For over 30 years, Riverside in Ford City has been a community staple. Under new ownership, we’re committed to continuing this tradition of quality food and quality service.
Curly Tail Coffee is a locally-owned and operated coffee shop offering drive-thru service out of their Airstream. They’re open Monday through Saturday and boast a creative menu with fun specialty drinks. They also sell pastries from Mazziotti Bakery and Victor Carlesi. A portion of their sales is donated to various animal rescues.

Hair Expressions is a full-service salon offering hair cuts, coloring, foils, perms, electrolysis, waxing, airbrush tanning, and tanning booths.

Let the Latin American Club help make your next event all that you imagined and more. With a large space for over 200 guests, delicious on-site catering, and a beautiful setup, the LA Club is a great banquet facility for wedding receptions, retirement and anniversary parties, family reunions, and other events.
Kelly Grabiec of Larry Johns Photography has had the pleasure of capturing photographic memories in Armstrong County and the surrounding areas for over 19 years. She is privileged to carry on the tradition of creative photography started by her mentor, Larry Johns, and continues to operate her business under his name in memory. Larry Johns Photography thrives on offering high-quality, affordable photos to the community.
For over 40 years, Center Stage Dance Studio in Ford City has provided exceptional dance experience for students as young as three years old. Center Stage offers a range of dance camps, classes, and more.

Since 1992, Polished has offered a variety of services including nails, skin, and tanning. Call to schedule an appointment.

Blades Creative Hair Designers is a full-service beauty salon conveniently located along Butler Road in Kittanning.
Jackie’s Flower & Gift Shop is a florist offering a variety of fresh flowers and arrangements, gourmet baskets, gifts, and more.

The Arrowhead Chapter of Trout Unlimited is a cold water conservation and education organization focusing on the protection and restoration of local trout streams and watersheds.

The Ford City Area Business and Professional Association is a non-profit organization promoting the business community in Ford City through social and professional networking.

The Ford City Renaissance Community Partnership harnesses a true sense of community and pride through the organization of community-wide events to establish a strong community identity, showcase the community’s local businesses, and create priceless memories to showcase the community at large. The FCRCP continues to build upon these values through annual community events, including Family FunFest, Ethnic Feastival, Armstrong County Labor Day Parade, and Fantasy of Lights Celebration. This all-volunteer organization shares a true passion for working together to attract new visitors, residents, and businesses to the area.

Crooked Creek Watershed Association, established in 1981, is an all-volunteer, non-profit, grassroots organization working to improve the water quality in Crooked Creek and its tributaries, preserve and enhance natural resources and habitats, and increase public awareness and education.
StudeCakers is an online bakery specializing in gourmet cupcakes and hard to find cookies. They also have a mobile cupcake trailer that sets up at various locations around the region. Visit their Facebook page for more information about upcoming events.
J&J Smokehouse specializes in hardwood smoking. They use hickory to smoke a variety of meats and cheeses. In the summer, you can find their food truck at various events throughout the region. They also provide catering services for parties and deer processing services in the winter. Check out their Facebook page to see where they are located throughout the season.

Terri Waughtel (Keystone Terri) is a Ford City-based freelance motocross and action sports photographer.