Somerset County Pennsylvania Chamber of Commerce

BLUE STAR FAMILY BANQUET
2024-05-18 16:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Bakersville Fire Hall
The Somerset County Military Family Support Group will hold a Banquet to honor adult members of Military Families in Somerset County at the Bakersville Fire Hall.
Banquet will be on May 18, 2024 at 4 pm.
For more information, call 724-797-1172

CREEMEES (ICE CREAM)
2024-05-18 15:00 - 20:00, 2024-05-12 13:00 - 18:00, 2024-05-11 15:00 - 20:00, 2024-05-05 13:00 - 18:00, 2024-05-04 15:00 - 20:00 | Hillegas Sugar Camp
Who’s ready for Maple Creemees (Ice Cream)? Hillegas Sugar Camp opened for the season on April 13. They will be open Saturdays from 3 pm till 8 pm and Sundays from 1 pm till 6 pm until October 20, 2024.
Hillegas Sugar Camp is located at 455 Dividing Ridge Road in Fairhope. Questions, call 814-233-5843 or 814-483-0366. Also follow them on Facebook.

GOLF OUTING
2024-05-18 08:00 - 16:00 | Northwinds Peninsula Golf Club
Shanksville Volunteer Fire Department is having a Golf Outing on May 18 at Northwinds Peninsula Golf Club. It is a Four Person Scramble with a 9:00 AM Shotgun Start. Sign in begins at 8:00 AM at the clubhouse.
Lots of fun and prizes including a $10,000 hole-in-one challenge, cash for closest to the pin and longest drive, and pro shop gift certificates for the first, second, and third place teams.
Includes Food and Beverages at the Club House. $400 four person team entry fee.
Get the form to enter your team or sponsor a hole at Northwinds Peninsula Golf Club, SVFD Facebook or Northwinds Facebook.
Register and pay online at: https://shanksvillevfd.square.site/s/shop

BEATLES, ZEPPELIN, DOORS
2024-05-18 | Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus
A tribute to the Beatles, Zeppelin and the Doors will be held on May 18, 2024. This Seventh Annual Student Aid Fundraiser will be held at the Community Center at Penn State Fayette.
For more information, call 724-430-4190 or email dkb5383@psu.edu

HOMETOWN HERO PROJECT
2024-05-18 | Somerset Hometown Hero Project
The Somerset Hometown Hero Project Banner display will kick off on May 18th, Armed Forces Day. A 5K race will kickoff the festivities at 9 AM at the Somerset High School football stadium. The event aims to highlight local military and first responders.
There are many activities planned as well as various food vendors. Recruiters from each branch of the military will also be present. Veterans are welcome to come and share their stories of service.
Banners will hang from May to September each year. All hero photos must be submitted to somersethometownhero@gmail.com and any questions can be directed to the same email. Also visit their Facebook page at Somerset Hometown Hero Project.

JSO COMMUNITY STRINGS
2024-05-16 19:30 - 21:00 | St. David’s Lutheran Church
The Johnstown Symphony Orchestra Community Strings will present a spring concert on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 7:30 pm at St. David’s Lutheran Church.
The orchestra has been rehearsing for 7 weeks under the direction of Mrs. Beth Pile. All are welcome and admission is free! Donations are encouraged.
The concert will include music from all over the world with many well known classics. There will be something for everyone!

QUICKBOOKS FOR BUSINESS GROWTH
2024-05-16 09:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
QuickBooks For Business Growth

Date: 5/16/2024
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (EDT)
Registration Deadline: 5/16/2024 9:00 AM (EDT)
Fee: No Fee
Point of Contact: Terri Cook (412) 648-1542
Program Format: Online Meeting (Live)
Training Topics: Accounting/Budget, Business Financing, Managing a Business

RING OF FIRE
2024-05-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Pasquerilla Performing Arts Center
Mountain Playhouse presents Ring of Fire, a Roof-Raisin’, Foot Stompin’ Tribute to Johnny Cash. The show will feature 38 of Johnny’s iconic songs performed as only a Mountain Playhouse cast can.
Directed by and starring Larry Tobias, a favorite of Playhouse patrons for many years.
May 15 thru May 26, 2024 at the Pasquerilla Performing Arts Center. Reserve seats online at mountainplayhouse.org or call the box offce at 814-629-9220.
Shows on May 15 – 19 and May 22-26, with 1 or 2 shows per day.
Ring of Fire is the first of 3 shows produced by the Mountain Playhouse this season. Order tickets to all 3 shows and you’ll get a $6 discount!

JSO SEASON FINALE
2024-05-13 08:00 - 17:00 | 1st Summit Arena/Cambria County War Memorial
The Johnstown Symphony Orchestra will present it’s Season Finale, “The Music of the Police” at the 1st Summit Arena at Cambria County War Memorial.
The concert will be Saturday, May 18th at 7:30 pm. Tickets can be purchased through the 1st Summit Arena Box Office or from Ticketmaster.
More information about that concert and the upcoming 2024-25 season can be found at the JSO website www.johnstownsymphony.org

JAZZ NIGHT
2024-05-11 19:30 - 22:00 | Somerset Country Club
Laurel Arts presents a JAZZ NIGHT with KENNY BLAKE & FRIENDS on May 11th at the Somerset Country Club
Please join us for another amazing Jazz Night with Kenny Blake & Friends!
All Proceeds Benefit Laurel Arts!
Tickets are $20/person: Contact Laurel Arts for Tickets

MOTHER'S DAY CHARCUTERIE BOX EVENT
2024-05-11 12:00 - 15:00 | Somerset Masonic Temple
A Mother’s Day Charcuterie Box Event will take place on May 11, 2024 at the Somerset Masonic Temple from 12-3 pm.
$40 per person includes lunch and a charcuterie box that you will design to give to that special someone or to keep for yourself. There will also be a drawing for a Spring Tote with Special Gifts inside.
This is a prepaid event. Please contact Chet or Paula Barron at 814-248-2675 or 814-442-2965
RSVP by May 2, 2024

BIRDS & BREWS
2024-05-11 07:30 - 09:30 | International Conservation Center (ICC), Fairhope, PA, 1299 Glen Savage Road, Fairhope, PA, United States
On May 11 from 7:30 – 9:30 AM, join the International Conservation Center to birdwatch at the peak of migration season while enjoying a refreshing cup of coffee.
Pennsylvania Master Naturalists will be on hand to support new and experienced birders alike. Bring binoculars, a blanket or chair and your favorite mug for a cup of coffee from Cup of Soul Cafe (extra coffee available for purchase).
A guided Wagon Tour will be available at 10 am for an additional fee.
$25 per person, ages 12+

RED RIBBON MOVIE NIGHT
2024-05-10 18:30 - 21:00 | Laurel Arts Lawn
*CANCELLED*
Join us for a family friendly movie night. Kids of all ages welcome. Pizza, snacks, popcorn and drinks will be provided!
The movie will be Inside Out on Friday, May 10th at the Laurel Arts Lawn. Food and snacks will be available at 6:30 pm and the movie starts at 7 pm.
Come continue the Red Ribbon celebrations with us. Talking to your kids about alcohol and other drugs is an important part of the campaign. For ideas to start the conversation visit somersetsca.com
RSVP is preferred but not required. To RSPV please email mullrl2@upmc.edu
Special thanks to Laurel Arts and Somerset Jaycees for their support.
* CANCELLED*

CARNATION DRIVE
2024-05-10 08:00 - 2024-05-11 12:00 | Birthright
Birthright of Somerset is once again sponsoring the Mother’s Day Carnation Drive on May 10th and 11th. Organizations, businesses, churches or individuals may purchase carnations from Birthright per dozen.
Deadline for ordering is April 18th and carnations may be picked up at the St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in Somerset on May 10th and 11th in the mornings. There will be no delivery this year.
For more information or to place an order, call the Birthright office at 814-445-9300.

HEALTH SCREENINGS
2024-05-10 08:00 - 17:00 | Glades Pike Winery
A Life Line Screening will be performing a day of preventive health screenings at Glades Pike Winery on Friday, May 10th, 2024. The screenings help to bring important health information to our community at an affordable price. The tests look to identify risk factors that can lead to cardiovascular disease, stroke and other serious illnesses.
Life Line Screening uses these non-invasive methods to get you lab-accurate results and recommendations you can review with your doctor.
You must pre-register. Appointments are limited, so please sign up now by calling 1-844-591-7160 or visit Life Line’s Screening website at https://llsa.social/hsca or text the word circle to 216-279-1607.

MAKERS MARKET
2024-05-08 17:00 - 20:00 | Laurel Arts Lawn
Laurel Arts Makers Markets will be held monthly starting May 8 on the Lawn at Laurel Arts.
These markets feature local artisans who make and sell their own original artwork, farmers and growers who produce their own vegetables, artisan food products, health and beauty products & so much more! This year we are adding even more local vendors, live acoustic music and a variety of educational demonstrations at each market! Hope to see you there!
Makers Markets take place on the lawn across the street from the Philip Dressler Center for the Arts from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

CAMBRIA COUNTY JOB FAIR
2024-05-07 10:00 - 16:00 | 1st Summit Arena, 326 Napoleon St #1780, Johnstown, PA, 15901, United States
Tuesday May 7, 2024 from 10 am to 4 pm Cambria County will be holding a Job Fair at First Summit Arena.
Vendor Information: Booth cost before April 12 – $100, after April 12 – $110. Electricity by request only (availability limited) – $15. Sponsorships available also.
For more information please contact Dave Grimaldi at dgrimaldi@jari.com or 814-262-8366 or Bryan Young at byoung@jari.com or 814-266-3844.
Vendor Registration deadline is April 12, 2024

CRAFT AND VENDOR SHOW
2024-05-04 10:00 - 15:00 | Friedens Lutheran Church, 131 S Main St, Friedens, PA, 15541, United States
A Craft and Vendor Show will be held on May 4th at the Friedens Lutheran Church, from 10 AM to 3 PM. Benefits the Friedens Volunteer Fire Company.
Contact Paige Shaffer at 814-289-9621 for more information.

PAINT-A-SLATE
2024-05-04 10:00 - 14:00 | St. Francis in the Fields Episcopal Church
St. Francis in the Fields at 2081 Husband Rd in Somerset will present a Paint-A-Slate workshop with local artist Sandy Smith. It will be on Saturday, May 4th at 10 am at the church.
Bring your own slate 10″ x 10″ for $20 OR Purchase a pre-prepared slate for $28.
Register by calling Kathy at 814-267-3696
PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH WOMEN’S OUTREACH PROGRAMS

WALK, RUN, RIDE
2024-05-04 08:00 - 15:00 | GAP Trail Rockwood
Join the Rotary Club of Somerset on May 4, 2024 for a Walk, Run, Ride at the GAP Bike Trail. The event begins and ends in Rockwood at GAP Mile 43.8. Parking lot address is 11 Rockdale Rd, Rockwood, PA 15557
Registration from 8:00 am to 9:00 am
$25 if you pre-register by April 19th which will guarantee a shirt, $35 day of registration and shirt not guaranteed
24 mile Bike ride starts at 9:00 am, 10K Run starts at 9:05 am, 5K Run starts at 9:10 am and 5K Walk starts at 9:15 am
Contact Joshua Miller at 814-521-7258 or jwmiller@somersettrust.com
Benefits Somerset Rotary Club Projects

GOLF BASH
2024-05-04 | Bakersville Fire Hall
Tickets available now at the Chamber Office as well!

ANNUAL YAPPY HOUR
2024-05-03 15:00 - 19:00 | Glades Pike Winery
The Humane Society of Somerset County will once again be having their Annual Yappy Hour on Friday May 3, 2024 at Glades Pike Winery in Somerset.
Sponsorships are available!

BUSINESS PLANNING
2024-05-03 09:30 - 12:00 | St Francis SBDC – Curry Innovation Center
A NO COST informational session for starting a business will be presented by St. Francis University Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and US Small Business Administration (SBA) on May 3, 2024 at the Curry Innovation Center in Altoona, 1425 11th Ave, Altoona.
Registration is at 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM and the seminar will be from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Registration is required – contact St. Francis SBDC at 814-472-3200.

NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
2024-05-02 12:00 - 13:00 | Somerset County Courthouse steps
Somerset County’s National Day of Prayer will be on May 2, 2024 from 12 noon to 1 pm. It will be on the steps of the Somerset County Courthouse.
In case of inclement weather go to the First Christian Church on East Main Street.
A free lunch will be provided by the Kiwanis Club.

CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN MEYERSDALE
2024-05-01 08:00 - 2024-05-27 17:00 | Meyersdale Church of the Brethren
As part of Meyersdale’s Sesquicentennial, the Church of the Brethren is celebrating the first Church service 100 years ago in May
More info at: www.facebook.com/meyersdale150th

MOTORCYCLE SAFETY MONTH
2024-05-01 - 2024-05-31
May is Motorcycle Safety & Awareness Month
Please watch for motorcycles and look twice to save a life.
The motorcyclist may be someone you love!
