Indiana County Day Christmas in July
Friday, July 19th

Join the ICTB staff at Idlewild! Enjoy all the attractions, visit Santa near the Main Park Gazebo and sign-up for hourly prize drawings at the Indiana County Gazebo!
Tickets for Idlewild & SoakZone are on sale at ICTB. The discounted price of $25.00 is good Monday thru Friday during regular 2019 season.

Tickets are also sold at: InFirst Bank in Blairsville, Ideal Market in Homer City, Valeski's 4th St. Bilo in Indiana, Tate's Supermarket in Clymer and All American Barber Shop in Saltsburg.
2020 Welcome to Indiana Image Awards
Nominations are being accepted for the 2020 awards.
Wrap Up of the 3rd Annual Indiana County Decathlon and Planning for the 4th
We are already planning next year's Decathlon. Our planning meeting is on Thursday, July 25 at 4:30 PM at the Indiana County Office of Planning & Development. We will be recapping this year's event and compiling ideas for next year's decathlon. Press release
JC’s Gifts & Cards Hallmark  
Zamias Services Inc., owners of the Indiana Mall is pleased to announce that JC Gifts & Cards Hallmark is coming soon to the Indiana Mall. JC’s Gifts & Cards is an independent Hallmark store. They will be located in the former Matthew’s Hallmark location. JC Gifts & Cards is locally owned by Julie McAdams. Julie worked at House of Cards and Matthew’s Hallmark for over eleven years. 

JC’s Gifts will have Hallmark cards, novelty gifts, and chocolates. Your favorite Hallmark Christmas Ornaments will be available as well

Construction has started. A Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting is being planned for late August to early September. 
July 8 to July 14, 2019
1939 production of "MR. SMITH GOES TO WASHINGTON"
1:00 PM - 3rd Floor Jimmy Stewart Museum
Starring Jimmy Stewart, Jean Arthur and Edward Arnold. Stewart is a young idealist who finds nothing but corruption in U.S. Senate.  F or more information: Jimmy Stewart Museum 724 349-6112
THIS WEEK'S EVENTS
Monday, July 8

Bingo Coral-Graceton VFC
6:00 PM - 9:45 PM - 437 1st Ave. Coral, PA
Doors open at 4:00 PM. Food and drinks available during bingo. For more information: Tammy Foust 724-915-8150


Tuesday, July 9

Blood Drive Indiana Community Summit Church
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM - 2707 West Pike Rd. Indiana, PA
Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter: SUMMIT to schedule an appointment. For more information:  Karen Sistek 724-237-9645

Families Affected by Mental Illness Support Group
6:00 PM - IRMC Private Dining Room #1
Peer-led support group for families who have loved ones affected by mental illness. Free, confidential, and open to the public. Meets every 2nd Tuesday of the month. Sponsored by Behavioral Health Services at IRMC and the National Alliance on Mental Illness(NAMI). For more information: Karla Shaffer kshaffer@indianarmc.org 724-762-9218

Edible and Medicinal Plants
6:00 PM - Blue Spruce Park Pavilion #3
Join herbalist and wild forager Dana Driscoll for a plant walk exploring the edible and medicinal plants at Blue Spruce Park. For more information and to preregister: Friends of the Park 724-463-8636  www.indianacountyparks.org/friends-of-the-park .


Wednesday, July 10

Red Cross Blood Drive at Brush Valley VFD
1:30 PM - 6:00 PM - 5544 Rte 259 Hwy S. Brush Valley, PA
Give the gift of life. Donate blood.  For more information:
Karen Sistek 724-237-9645 RedCrossBlood.org

Community Time in the Indiana Community Garden
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM - Corner of Carter Ave. & S. 6th St. Indiana, PA
Join other volunteers in helping plant and assist with other garden-related activities. Plenty to do for all ages, even if you can only stay for part of the time. For more information: icg15701@gmail.com  724-422-0526 indianacommunitygardens.org


Thursday, July 11

Summer Quest 2019
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Black Lick United Methodist Church  
Burrell Township Library Presents Summer Quest 2019: Universe of Stories. Every Thursday thru August 15. For more information: Burrell Township Library 724-248-7122 facebook/@burrelltwplibrary

Yappy Hour at Benjamins
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM - 458 Philadelphia St. Indiana, PA
Benefiting the Indiana County Humane Society! Drink Specials! Half price Ap"paw"tizers! Entertainment from 6-8 PM. For more information: Benjamin's 724-465-4446

  Friday, July 12

Firkin Friday! at Levity Brewing
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM - 1380 Wayne Ave. Indiana, PA
Join us for our monthly firkin tapping! We age our standard beers on a variety of fruits & spices in a stainless cask called a firkin which we tap right in front of our patrons. Oftentimes we choose a customer to be the honorary firkin tapper! For more information: Jared Herman 724 762-0442 levitybrewing.com


Saturday, July 13

Blood Drive Indiana Community Indiana Fire Association
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM - 1555 Indian Springs Rd. Indiana, PA
Donate Blood in memory of Fabrizio Pirrone. 
For more information: Karen Sistek 724-237-9645

The Nose Knows & What Bear Goes Where Bear Games
9:00 AM - Yellow Creek State Park 170 Route 259, Penn Run, PA
Lets see how much your nose knows for this fun matching activity of how bears locate their cubs. We will be using perfume for this activity in scent containers. Lets then take our three North American Bears into their natural habitats in the What Bear Goes Wear Activity. This program is geared for school age children and their families. For more information: Lisa Meadows Yellow Creek State Park
724 357-7913

The Bear Out There
10:00 AM - Yellow Creek State Park 170 Route 259, Penn Run, PA
Join us to learn about one of PA's most sought after mammals: The Black Bear. Chris Reidmiller from the PA Game Commission will present a hands-on presentation to dispel the myths and shed light some light on one of PA's largest mammals. Please join us for one or both of our bear friendly events. For more information: Lisa Meadows
Yellow Creek State Park 724 357-7913

SQUAD Jr. Art Class: Skateable Art! at The Artists Hand
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM - 732 Philadelphia St. Indiana, PA
We are so excited to host our first SQUAD Jr. Art Class of the summer! This class will be open to children ages 3-5 with a caregiver. For more information: The Artists Hand 724-463-8710

Landscaping for Wildlife with Native Plants
10:00 AM - Donley Property 1243 Five Points Road, Indiana, PA Experience a home landscape that is designed to benefit wildlife, including ponds, meadows, flower beds, and a bog garden. Learn how native plants support pollinators, caterpillars, birds, and small mammals. For more information and to preregister, please contact: Friends of the Park indparks@gmail.com 724-463-8636

Lovin' Downtown Every Second
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM - S&T Bank 800 Philadelphia St Indiana, PA
Summer Fun On and Around Downtown Indiana. Participating merchants and businesses host special, family-friendly activities. Bring the kids to the S&T Tent at 800 Philadelphia St. for free crafts and fun until noon. For more information: Linda Mitchell 724-463-6110 www.downtownindiana.org Read more

Wild, Wild Western Pennsylvania: Pioneer Life in Indiana County
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM - Yellow Creek State Park 170 Route 259,
Penn Run, PA
Join Joe Hildebrand as we take a look inside the pioneer life of Indiana County. Volunteers from the Indiana County Historical Center and Genealogical Society will show aspects of pioneer life through demonstrations and stories. For more information: Yellow Creek State Park 724-357-7913 www.facebook.com/events/450512405776999/

Gashouse Annie at Ungrapeful Winery
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM - 638 Turner Dr., Blairsville, PA
We are very pleased to have Gashouse Annie back this year. She plays Classic and Country. For more information: Daniel Lashinsky ungrapefulwinery@gmail.com 724-675-8122


Sunday, July 14

Christmas in July Toy Run for IRMC Pediatrics
Indiana County A.B.A.T.E – Blairsville Eagles 272 Old William Penn Hwy. Blairsville, PA. 
This event benefits the children of IRMC! For more information: Indiana County A.B.A.T.E. 724 479-0714

2019 Derry Township Agricultural Fair
Derry Township Agricultural Fairgrounds Rte 982 New Derry PA
Fun, family oriented Fair with live entertainment, spectacular events, great food, and fun filled activities. Starts with the carnival and ends with fireworks. Come on out and enjoy an evening on us!! For more information: Derry Township Agricultural Fair 724-989-5022 Derrytwpagfair.com

45th Annual Country Music Show
3:00 PM - Indiana County Fairgrounds (Mack Park)
Indiana County Fraternal Order of Police presents Country Music Legend, Craig Morgan with special guest stars Pittsburgh's own The Andy Davis Band. For more information: Indiana County Fraternal Order of Police 724-349-9114 www.fop33.com Read more

Jerry B and the Bone-Tones - Summer Concerts in the Park
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM - Memorial Park S. 6th St. Indiana, PA
Rockin' R&B, Blues, and Soul. The members of Jerry B and the Bone Tones come from diverse musical backgrounds. For more information: Judy Holliday 724-840-7673

Monday, July 15

Indiana Garden Club
5:45 PM - 9:00 PM - Meet at 4th Street Bilo  
The Indiana Garden club will be having its member garden tour, We will meet at 4th St. Bilo promptly at 5:45 PM to carpool to three of our members homes. For more information: Chris O’Hara 724-541-4318

2019 Derry Township Agricultural Fair
Derry Township Agricultural Fairgrounds Rte 982 New Derry PA
Fun, family oriented Fair with live entertainment, spectacular events, great food, and fun filled activities. Starts with the carnival and ends with fireworks. Come on out and enjoy an evening on us!! For more information: Derry Township Agricultural Fair 724-989-5022 Derrytwpagfair.com
MEMBER INFORMATION
WELCOME NEW TOURIST BUREAU MEMBERS
Charles "Skip" McGreevy -- Full Gospel Assembly of God -- Leap's Farm -- Blairsville Public Library -- Philly Street Station -- Dana & Kitty Henry -- Herb Study Group of Indiana County -- Indiana Women's Flag Football League -- Welcome to Indiana -- Rainbow Diamond Glass Club -- Bowman Land Surveying Co. -- Yellow Creek Rental and Supply, LLC
NEWSLETTERS
ONGOING EVENTS
The Spike Bar at Chestnut Ridge Resort 

The Meadows Frozen Custard & Yogurt

Donatellos Family Style Spaghetti Dinner!
Every Wednesday through Summer from 4:00 PM to Close. Treat the family to spaghetti and meatball dinner (includes salad/bread). Feeds 4-5 people for only $40.

Rustic Lodge Sunday Brunch
Every Sunday from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Our Sunday Brunch buffet features a wide variety of items, including your breakfast favorites, savory lunch entrees, and a wide array of tasty salads and decadent desserts. Each meal includes the all-you-can-eat buffet, coffee, iced tea, juice, and punch. Bring the family and let the kids enjoy our Kids' Korner! Read More

Community Time in the Indiana Community Garden
Corner of Carter Ave. & S. 6th St. Indiana, PA. Join other volunteers in helping plant and assist with other garden-related activities. Every Wednesday through September from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Plenty to do for all ages, even if you can only stay for part of the time. For more information: Indiana Community Garden 724-422-0526 indianacommunitygardens.org

Indiana County Farmers' Market
Every Wednesday 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM at Wayne Ave across from KCAC and every Saturday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM at 8th & Church Street, Indiana, PA. The market is a producer-only market offering fresh, local vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, meats, eggs, dairy, honey, and more! We also feature local artists, musicians, community groups, chefs, and kids’ activities at our Saturday markets. Credit, debit and EBT accepted at Saturday markets. Come see what’s new, and buy local! For more information: Jenna Deardorff

Indiana Art Association Member Exhibit
Exhibit runs thru August 5. Come support your local artists! Urgi-Care Facility at IRMC: Kasey Hagens, Larissa Csanyi and JD Varner. IRMC Ambulatory: Diana Lynn and Joy Berringer. The Artists Hand Gallery: Matt Bartus. Calvary Presbyterian Church: Cheri Widzowski, Trish Dodson. HomeMade Restaurant, Home, PA: Mixed Media by Hilary Greenwald. For more information: Elizabeth R Lickliter 724-762-3492  l izlickliter@gmail.com

Hoagie Sale at Coral-Graceton VFC
Hoagie Sale $8 each for 18 inch hoagie. Benefits Coral -Graceton VFC. Sale is every third Saturday of the month. For more information:
Tammy Foust Coral -Graceton VFC 724-915-8150

Saving Our Sanity Behavioral Health Support Group
Support group for parents and guardians who have children with behavioral health issues. Meetings are every Wednesday, 9:30 AM at the Salvation Army. Coffee and snacks will be available. Please call Christy Ooten at 724 465-2530 for more information.

The Salvation Army's Rock 724
Young Adult Bible Study for adults 18-35 years old. Meeting are every Wednesday at 11:15 AM at The Artists Hand. Please call Christy Ooten at 724 465-2530 for more information.

Founders Open Paint Sessions!! 
Every Tuesday!! Open Paint Sessions are $35 and start promptly at 6 PM. As always, reservations are required. You can reserve your seats by calling 724-675-8574 or emailing us at foundersgalleryandgifts@gmail.com

Do you love to sing?
Indi-Anna Chorus of Sweet Adelines International would like to invite any women who love to sing to join us on Tuesday evenings at 6:30 pm at Indiana Church of the Brethren, 905 McKnight Road, Indiana, PA (Across from the Rustic Lodge) for some fun and harmony. Learn the art of singing barbershop harmony and also learn how you can become a part of a growing international group of women who love to sing barbershop. Hflowers74@gmail.com (Read More)

Wednesday Trivia Night at Spaghetti Benders
An Indiana favorite! Every Wednesday at 8:00 PM. Compete with your friends, battle in a contest of brain and wit. For more information: Spaghetti Benders 724-357-8822

Twissted Trivia at Noble Stein
Come to Noble Stein and play trivia every Thursday night from 7:00 to 9:00. For more information: 724 801-8087

Celebrate Recovery at HC United Methodist
Every Thursday with Pastor Katrina at 2 S. Main St., Homer City, PA. Meal is served at 6:30. Program starts at 7:00. Group starts at 8:00. For more information: Pastor Katrina at 724-479-2015

Friday & Saturday Night Karaoke at Spaghetti Benders
Every Friday & Saturday night at 10:00 PM! We've got nearly every song. For more information: Spaghetti Benders 724-357-8822

The Indiana Garden Club meets the 3rd Monday of every month!
7 PM - Meeting locations vary every month. Call for current month location. Programs are on various gardening topics. The programs are fun and informative with many being "hands-on". We also attend many Pennsylvania gardening events each year. Beautifying our local civic gardens in Indiana is just one of the club's objectives. May Mart is our annual major event. This event assists in funding our scholarships to local recipients. Join us to enjoy the monthly events and garden outings. Indiana Garden Club: 724-541-4318 www.indianagardenclub.org

The Indiana Coin Club meets the first Wednesday of the Month!
7:30 PM (excluding July and August) First Christian Church at 500 Water St., Indiana, PA. Membership is $10 for a year. Door prizes are given away at the end of each meeting. Membership is free for anyone 18 and under. Membership Form

The Punxsutawney Region of the AACA Monthly Meeting
The group meets the first Tuesday of each month 7:30 PM at the Marion Center Park Hall located off Rt 119/403. For more information, contact President Arnold Wolfe (724)463-6254.
WEEKLY BINGO
Indiana County Humane Society Bingo
Indiana Elks Club, 475 S.13th St., Indiana, PA
Every Sunday night. Doors open at 4:30 PM - Bingo starts at 6:00 PM
Volunteers Needed! For more information: 724-465-3977

Bingo Coral-Graceton VFC Bingo
Every Monday night. Doors open at 4:00 PM. Bingo starts at 6:00 PM. Food and drinks available. For more information: Tammy Foust 724-915-8150

Aultman Volunteer Fire Department Bingo
58 7th St., Aultman, PA
Every Thursday night. Doors open at 5:00 PM and Early Bird starts at 6:30 PM. For more information: 724-726-4040
For more details on any of the listed events please visit our website: 

The Indiana County Tourist Bureau is designated by the Board of Commissioners of Indiana County as the official tourism promotion and development organization for Indiana County, Pennsylvania. It is comprised of a variety of members, including: fairs and festivals, golf, history, great outdoors, arts and culture, family fun, dining, shopping, accommodations and businesses.

Indiana County Tourist Bureau supports the growth of Indiana County’s tourism presence through continued promotion and marketing of its members and the region.
Office Hours: Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM