Train rides, live music, food specials, and much more headline this weekend in Venango County:
Friday, May 18, 2018
When: Friday, May 18, 2018, 5:30 p.m.
Where: Wanango Country Club, 314 Chestnut Street, Reno, Pa.
Details: Come out to the Wanango Country Club this Friday for Friday Nine and Dine! The event is open to the public with shotgun scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Sign up will be outside the Pro-Shop. For more information, call (814) 676-8133 Option #1.
Third Annual Clarion BBQ Festival
When: Friday, May 18 — Sunday, May 20, 2018
Where: Clarion Mall Parking Lot, 22631 Pennsylvania 68, Clarion, Pa.
Details:
Come on out for a weekend of fun and entertainment at the Third Annual Clarion BBQ Festival! Starting on Friday, May 19, all in attendance will be able to enjoy great food right off the barbeque as well as be dazzled by live woodcarving sessions by professional chainsaw carvers. Saturday will be celebrating Armed Forces Day, where all veterans in attendance will be given a free American Flag pin, and Sunday will be hosting the Backyard BBQ competition, where local barbequers will be going head-to-head to see who can cook the best chickens, baby back ribs, and pork butts. Plus, live musical performances by Phoenix Rising, Robyn Young, and Samantha Sears! For more information, check out their Facebook page or call (724) 875-7830.
SpringFest 2018 at Deer Creek Winery
When: Friday, May 18- Sunday, May 20, 2018
Where: Deer Creek Winery, 3333 Soap Fat Road, Shippenville, Pa.
Details:
Stop by Deer Creek Winery this weekend and enjoy Spring Fest! From Friday, May 18, to Sunday, May 20, Deer Creek Winery will be hosting a variety of western-themed events, including a Western Wear Costume Contest and free- yes, FREE- Line Dance Lessons with Rick and Ruth Weaver on Saturday. There will also be live performances by Robyn Young, Major Morgan, and Master Blaster, plus a benefit raffle on Saturday for AMVETS, wagon rides, a barbeque food truck, interactive games, and more. For more information, visit deercreekwine.com or their Facebook page.
Vince’s Tavern Weekend Food Specials
When: Friday, May 18 — Sunday, May 20, 2018
Where:Vince’s Tavern, 31729 Pennsylvania 66, Leeper, Pa.
Details:
Every Friday – Sunday: Appetizers include fried cajun frog legs, broiled garlic butter frog legs, and bang bang shrimp or scallops. Entrees include pan-fried walleye or catfish, stuffed salmon, ‘black and blue’ salmon or catfish, salmon with shrimp and crab in sauce, catfish sandwich with fries, ruby red or spicy trout amandine, and pouch trout.
Live Music at R** Bandana Winery- FRANKLIN
When: Friday, May 19, 2018, 7:30 p.m.
Where: R** Bandana Winery, 1276 Liberty Street, Franklin, Pa.
Details:
Live music with Rick Sabouski and Suzi Beach. Shows begins around 7:30 p.m. and will last until around 10:30 p.m. For more information, visit R** Bandana Winery’s Facebook page.
When: Friday, May, 18, 2018, 4:00 p.m. — 9:00 p.m.
Where: Neverending Stories, 1252 Liberty Street, Franklin, Pa.
Details:
There will be MTG, Pokemon, YuGiOh, D&D and more. All welcome — Bring a friends! In partnership with COMICS 101.
Free Jukebox at R** Bandana Winery
When: Friday, May 18, 2017, 7:30 p.m.
Where: R** Bandana Winery, 265 Allio Drive, Leeper, Pa.
Details:
Free Jukebox at R** Bandana Winery every Friday night. For more information, visit R** Bandana Winery’s Facebook page
Saturday, May 19, 2018
MEET-U in 5 1/2
When: Saturday, May 19, 2018
Where: Drake Well Museum and Park, 202 Museum Lane, Titusville, Pa.
Details:
Enjoy a 5 or 13-mile race beginning at Drake Well Museum and Park and traveling through scenic Oil Creek State Park. All proceeds will benefit the Mobile Energy Education Training Unit (MEET-U), an energy education outreach program managed by the Friends of Drake Well, Inc. in partnership with the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission. Registration fees apply. For more information, call (814) 827-2797 ext. 128 or visit their website at www.drakewell.org.
Murder Mystery Dinner/Train Ride
When: Saturday, May 19, 2018, 4:45 p.m.
Where: Oil Creek and Titusville Railroad, 409 South Perry Street, Titusville, Pa.
Details:
Magic Mayhem — Abra Cadaver-You’re Dead! Show by In All Seriousness. Buffet dinner by Stewart’s Premier Catering. $65 per person. Visit website for show details. Reservations required.
“All You Can Eat” Spaghetti Dinner
When: Saturday, May 19, 2018, 4:00 p.m.
Where: Wolf’s Den, 208 Timberwolf Run, Knox, Pa.
Details:
Charitable Deeds “All You Can eat” Spaghetti Dinner. Runs from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. $8.00 per adult and children 10 and under $5.00. Take outs available. For more information, call (814) 797-0286.
When: Saturday, May 19, 2018, 11:00 a.m.
Where: Neverending Stories, The Underground Bookstore, 1252 Liberty Street, Franklin, Pa.
Details:
Are you a writer? Do you have published work? Are you a writer aspiring to have published work? Join us every third Saturday of the month from 11-2 as we meet with local author Phil Terman and share our work with each other, offering helpful suggestions along the way. All are welcome, and don’t be shy! Bring your work! For more information, call (814) 314-9446 or visit their Facebook page.
Third Annual Clarion BBQ Festival
When: Friday, May 18 — Sunday, May 20, 2018
Where: Clarion Mall Parking Lot, 22631 Pennsylvania 68, Clarion, PA
Details:
Come on out for a weekend of fun and entertainment at the Third Annual Clarion BBQ Festival! Starting on Friday, May 19, all in attendance will be able to enjoy great food right off the barbeque as well as be dazzled by live woodcarving sessions by professional chainsaw carvers. Saturday will be celebrating Armed Forces Day, where all veterans in attendance will be given a free American Flag pin, and Sunday will be hosting the Backyard BBQ competition, where local barbequers will be going head-to-head to see who can cook the best chickens, baby back ribs, and pork butts. Plus, live musical performances by Phoenix Rising, Robyn Young, and Samantha Sears! For more information, check out their Facebook page or call (724) 875-7830.
SpringFest 2018 at Deer Creek Winery
When: Friday, May 18- Sunday, May 20, 2018
Where: Deer Creek Winery, 3333 Soap Fat Road, Shippenville, Pa.
Details:
Stop by Deer Creek Winery this weekend and enjoy Spring Fest! From Friday, May 18, to Sunday, May 20, Deer Creek Winery will be hosting a variety of western-themed events, including a Western Wear Costume Contest and free- yes, FREE- Line Dance Lessons with Rick and Ruth Weaver on Saturday. There will also be live performances by Robyn Young, Major Morgan, and Master Blaster, plus a benefit raffle on Saturday for AMVETS, wagon rides, a barbeque food truck, interactive games, and more. For more information, visit deercreekwine.com or their Facebook page.
Live Music at R** Bandana Winery- FRANKLIN
When: Saturday, May 19, 2018, 7:30 p.m.
Where: R** Bandana Winery, 1276 Liberty Street, Franklin, Pa.
Details:
Live music with The Basement Band. Shows begins around 7:30 p.m. and will last until around 10:30 p.m. For more information, visit R** Bandana Winery’s Facebook page.
Prime Rib Night at Gold Eagle Inn
When: Saturday, May 19, 2018
Where: Gold Eagle Inn, 250 W Main Street, Brookville, PA
Details:
Stop out to Gold Eagle Inn for prime rib every Saturday night. For reservations or more information call (814) 849-5512.
Vince’s Tavern Weekend Food Specials
When: Friday, May 18 — Sunday, May 20, 2018
Where:Vince’s Tavern, 31729 Pennsylvania 66, Leeper, Pa.
Details:
Every Friday – Sunday: Appetizers include fried cajun frog legs, broiled garlic butter frog legs, and bang bang shrimp or scallops. Entrees include pan-fried walleye or catfish, stuffed salmon, ‘black and blue’ salmon or catfish, salmon with shrimp and crab in sauce, catfish sandwich with fries, ruby red or spicy trout amandine, and pouch trout.
Live Music at Iron Mountain Grille
When: Saturday, May 19, 2018
Where: 10638 PA-36, CLarington, PA
Details:
Music by Robyn Young sets the tone for the night at 6:30 p.m. and runs until 9:30 p.m.
Live Music at R** Bandana Winery
When: Saturday, May 19, 2018
Where: R** Bandana Winery, 265 Allio Drive Leeper, Pa.
Details:
Live music with Pipe Dreams starting at 7:00 p.m. For more information, visit R** Bandana Winery’s Facebook page.
Sunday, May 20, 2015
When: Sunday, May 20, 2018, 2:00 p.m.
Where: Custaloga Town Scout Reservation, 7 Boy Scout Lane, Carlton, Pa.
Details:Colonel Drake District, French Creek Council, Boy Scouts of America is sponsoring a Wine Walk and Beer Fest on May 20th, 2018. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon strolling around Custaloga Town Scout Reservation, while sampling local wine and beer. Cost is $20 for pre-registered participants, $25 for walk-in participants, and $7 for designated drivers (allowed to purchase only). Proceeds from this event will go towards maintaining the local Boy Scouts of America program. For more information, call (814) 758-2457 or visit their website.
Third Annual Clarion BBQ Festival
When: Friday, May 18 — Sunday, May 20, 2018
Where: Clarion Mall Parking Lot, 22631 Pennsylvania 68, Clarion, Pa.
Details:
Come on out for a weekend of fun and entertainment at the Third Annual Clarion BBQ Festival! Starting on Friday, May 19, all in attendance will be able to enjoy great food right off the barbeque as well as be dazzled by live woodcarving sessions by professional chainsaw carvers. Saturday will be celebrating Armed Forces Day, where all veterans in attendance will be given a free American Flag pin, and Sunday will be hosting the Backyard BBQ competition, where local barbequers will be going head-to-head to see who can cook the best chickens, baby back ribs, and pork butts. Plus, live musical performances by Phoenix Rising, Robyn Young, and Samantha Sears! For more information, check out their Facebook page or call (724) 875-7830.
Spring Fest 2018 at Deer Creek Winery
When: Friday, May 18- Sunday, May 20, 2018
Where: Deer Creek Winery, 3333 Soap Fat Road, Shippenville, Pa.
Details:
Stop by Deer Creek Winery this weekend and enjoy Spring Fest! From Friday, May 18, to Sunday, May 20, Deer Creek Winery will be hosting a variety of western-themed events, including a Western Wear Costume Contest and free- yes, FREE- Line Dance Lessons with Rick and Ruth Weaver on Saturday. There will also be live performances by Robyn Young, Major Morgan, and Master Blaster, plus a benefit raffle on Saturday for AMVETS, wagon rides, a barbeque food truck, interactive games, and more. For more information, visit deercreekwine.com or their Facebook page.
Vince’s Tavern Weekend Food Specials
When: Friday, May 19 — Sunday, May 20, 2018
Where:Vince’s Tavern, 31729 Pennsylvania 66, Leeper, Pa.
Details:
Every Friday – Sunday: Appetizers include fried cajun frog legs, broiled garlic butter frog legs, and bang bang shrimp or scallops. Entrees include pan-fried walleye or catfish, stuffed salmon, ‘black and blue’ salmon or catfish, salmon with shrimp and crab in sauce, catfish sandwich with fries, ruby red or spicy trout amandine, and pouch trout.
When: Sunday, May 20, 2018
Where: rbg Bar & Grill, 45 Holiday Inn Road, Clarion, Pa.
Details:
Every Sunday is Family Day at rbg Clarion. Bring your family to rbg’s Restaurant and enjoy a delicious pasta meal! On Sundays, kids eat for free with the purchase of an adult entree.
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