Events
Venango Fatherhood Initiative and Two Mile Run County Park are hosting a Family Winterfest featuring sled riding, a cardboard box derby race, snowman building contest, snacks, door prizes and a bonfire starting at 11:30 a.m. Bring the family and join in the fun. Make up day (in case of no snow) is February 4. The event is free and open to the public, but reservations must be made to participate in the race and snowman contest by calling (814)676-9940 ext. 12.
Four Course meal created by Executive Chef Asa Seelbaugh, 6 p.m. Prepaid reservations only, limited to 30 guests. Tickets, $50. Call (814)437-7771 for details and reservations.
Live entertainment begins every Saturday at 9 p.m. at Foxtales Pub:
January 21 - Uncharted Course
January 28 - Eli Lenk
February 4 - Ray Lanich
February 11 - Max Schang
February 18 - Rob & Suzi
February 25 - Mike Lendyak
A protion of all lunch and dinner meal proceeds will be donated to Franklin Downtown Development today! (814)432-4955.
Bossa Nova Cafe & Roastery will host a Business After Hours networking event from 5-7 p.m. Call (814)432-5823 to RSVP.
Looking for fun with the girls or a sexy surprise for your guy for Valentine's Day? The Commons at Franklin's Retro 50s photos shoot will include a professional makeover and photo shoot, one 8x10 from your session, appetizers and punch. Costumes provided. Call Lisa Richards to schedule your appointment at (814)564-0170.
Cluricaun will perform Celtic music from 6-8 p.m. at The Commons at Franklin, 1340 Liberty Street. www.thecommonsatfranklin.com
An off-Barrow production of Cabaret will be presented in the Barrow little theatre January 27 & 28 and February 3 & 4 at 7:30 p.m. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant then head to the Barrow for dessert and coffee with the show. Tickets, $12, include dessert and coffee. Call (814)437-3440 for reservations. www.barrowtheatre.com
Looking for fun with the girls or a sexy surprise for your guy for Valentine's Day? The Commons at Franklin's Retro 50s photos shoot will include a professional makeover and photo shoot, one 8x10 from your session, appetizers and punch. Costumes provided. Call Lisa Richards to schedule your appointment at (814)564-0170.
Join your friends at The Bricks of Franklin and beat the winter blues at their annual Luau Party. Coconut concoctions, exclusive menu, fun and games begin at 6 p.m. www.thebricksfranklin.com.
An off-Barrow production of Cabaret will be presented in the Barrow little theatre January 27 & 28 and February 3 & 4 at 7:30 p.m. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant then head to the Barrow for dessert and coffee with the show. Tickets, $12, include dessert and coffee. Call (814)437-3440 for reservations. www.barrowtheatre.com
Live entertainment begins every Saturday at 9 p.m. at Foxtales Pub:
January 28 - Eli Lenk
February 4 - Ray Lanich
February 11 - Max Schang
February 18 - Rob & Suzi
February 25 - Mike Lendyak
Salon Dolce on 13th Street in downtown Franklin is offering 20% off of all products and all services (massages excluded) on the 31st to celebrate their one year anniversary! Stop in to congratulate owner Elizabeth Breene.
A portion of all lunch and dinner meal proceeds will be donated to Barrow-Civic Theatre today! (814)432-4955.
The Northwest Commission and West Penn Power will host a seminar on how to save money on energy from 8:30 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, February 1 at Cross Creek Resort. Register here http://actevarsvp.com/event/a0kF0000000xLGC or call Celia Salgado at (212)946-2846.
UPMC Northwest will host heart health lecture series for four consecutive Wednesdays in February in honor of American Heart Month. Lectures will be held at 7p.m. in the Courtyard Conference Room at the hospital. Light refreshments will be available. Registration is required. Register by calling the Community Relations Department at 814-677-1463 or 1-800-422-8888.
An off-Barrow production of Cabaret will be presented in the Barrow little theatre January 27 & 28 and February 3 & 4 at 7:30 p.m. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant then head to the Barrow for dessert and coffee with the show. Tickets, $12, include dessert and coffee. Call (814)437-3440 for reservations. www.barrowtheatre.com
University of Pittsburgh at Titusville will host Khafif Music and Dance Troupe at 8 p.m. on Friday, February 3, at Henne Auditorium. Tickets are $6 for seniors and $10 for general admission. For info and advanced tickets, call (814)827-4429.
An off-Barrow production of Cabaret will be presented in the Barrow little theatre January 27 & 28 and February 3 & 4 at 7:30 p.m. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant then head to the Barrow for dessert and coffee with the show. Tickets, $12, include dessert and coffee. Call (814)437-3440 for reservations. www.barrowtheatre.com
Live entertainment begins every Saturday at 9 p.m. at Foxtales Pub:
February 4 - Ray Lanich
February 11 - Max Schang
February 18 - Rob & Suzi
February 25 - Mike Lendyak
Three bands will take the stage starting at 9:30PM this Saturday, February 4th. There is no cover charge. Must be 21+ after 10PM. Wine & Spirit and InDecision both made the finals for the 105.9 The X in Pittsburgh's Winter Rock Showcase!
Come watch the Super Bowl with us! Three big screens and full surround sound makes for a great game!
~~~~In House Specials~~~~
Buy One, Get One 1/2 off all appetizers
$2 Bud Light Platinums (6% ABV)
~~~~To Go Specials~~~~
2 dozen wings - $10
Yuengling/Bud Light 12 pack cans - $10
Learn how to get the best results from any size plot of land when you grow your own vegetables. Restoration Herbs will host a series of interactive workshops to emphasize the delights of growing your own food. Classes will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays February 7, 9, 21 and 23 at the Franklin Public Library. $7 per session or $25 for all four. To register, call (814)374-4119 or email basil@restorationherbs.com.
UPMC Northwest will host heart health lecture series for four consecutive Wednesdays in February in honor of American Heart Month. Lectures will be held at 7p.m. in the Courtyard Conference Room at the hospital. Light refreshments will be available. Registration is required. Register by calling the Community Relations Department at 814-677-1463 or 1-800-422-8888.
Learn how to get the best results from any size plot of land when you grow your own vegetables. Restoration Herbs will host a series of interactive workshops to emphasize the delights of growing your own food. Classes will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays February 7, 9, 21 and 23 at the Franklin Public Library. $7 per session or $25 for all four. To register, call (814)374-4119 or email basil@restorationherbs.com.
The Barrow-Civic Theatre will present B.E. Taylor in concert for Valentine's Day, February 10, 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $29 per person and can be purchased at the box office, (814)437-3440 or online at www.barrowtheatre.com.
The City of Franklin will host its annual Franklin On Ice from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, February 11. The event will include Ice Carving and a Show, a timed ice carving competition at 3 p.m., Indoor sidewalk sales at downtown retailers, a chili cook-off from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. - tasting and voting at Liberty Galleria, the Magic of David Lawrence at 11 a.m., noon and 1:30 p.m. at Barrow-Civic Theatre, tours of DeBence Antique Music World, Love Your Library event, a buckwheat pancake breakfast at the Franklin Elks Club from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Enjoy a specially selected four course meal at a private table for two while listening to the romantic sounds of professional keyboardist Carl Olson at the Commons on February 11 and 14. $90 per couple. Call (814)437-7771 for reservations.
Youth Alternatives will hold its annual Valentine's Dance fundraiser at the Oil City Eagles Club from 8 p.m. to midgnight featuring Southern Knights. Tickets are $10 per person and available by calling (814)676-5785 or (814)346-7059. Must be 21 to attend.
Barrow-Civic Theatre will present the classic film on the big screen February 11 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets $5. www.barrowtheatre.com
A choral ensemble from Penn State University will perform at First United Methodist Church at 1102 Liberty Street in Franklin at 7:30 p.m. The concert is free to attend and open to the public.
Live entertainment begins every Saturday at 9 p.m. at Foxtales Pub:
February 11 - Max Schang
February 18 - Rob & Suzi
February 25 - Mike Lendyak
Enjoy a specially selected four course meal at a private table for two while listening to the romantic sounds of professional keyboardist Carl Olson at the Commons on February 11 and 14. $90 per couple. Call (814)437-7771 for reservations.
Ed St. Clair from 2B40 will be taking our stage for an acoustic set of love songs this Valentine's Night, Tuesday, February 14th. There is no cover charge and all ages are welcome. Enjoy dinner for you and your sweetheart with our buy one, get one half off special offer running from 5-10PM!
The Bricks of Franklin will present Eddie St. Clair of 2B40 from 7-9 p.m. No cover charge, all ages welcome. (814)432-7665.
Learn how to build a Community Collaborative using Nominal Group Technique, sponsored by the Titusville Area United Way, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Register by calling (814)827-1322.
UPMC Northwest will host heart health lecture series for four consecutive Wednesdays in February in honor of American Heart Month. Lectures will be held at 7p.m. in the Courtyard Conference Room at the hospital. Light refreshments will be available. Registration is required. Register by calling the Community Relations Department at 814-677-1463 or 1-800-422-8888.
Learn more about Erie Homes for Children and Adults at one of their 100th anniversary lunch and learn sessions February 16, March 22 or April 12. Watch a video and take a tour of one of their group homes at Berst House, 218 East 27th Street, Erie. For more information, contact Jim Steber at (814)454-1534 ext. 155 or email steber@ehca.org.
The Historic Franklin Preservation Association will present Steve Kosak, who will discuss the "History of Philanthropy in Venango County", at the Franklin Public Library, second floor, 7 p.m. Free and open to the public.
The Franklin Civic Operetta Association's Youth Theatre will present Doo-Wop Wed Widing Hood at 7:30 p.m. February 17 and 2 p.m. February 18. www.barrowtheatre.com
The Franklin Civic Operetta Association's Youth Theatre will present Doo-Wop Wed Widing Hood at 7:30 p.m. February 17 and 2 p.m. February 18. www.barrowtheatre.com
The Venango Museum of Art, Science & Industry will host an antique appraisal luncheon on Saturday, February 18 from noon to 3:30 p.m. at the Arlington Hotel in Oil City. Attendees may bring one item to be appraised in a classroom-type environment. $30 per person, limited to the first 50. (814)676-2007.
Don't miss out on our annual Mardi Gras Party this year! The popular band "A Block Apart" will be taking the stage for the first time and providing plenty of entertainment to go along with our Cajun specials. Lots of great food and drink specials, and plenty of beads to go around! Come have a carnival of fun with us! No cover charge, 21+ after 10PM.
Live entertainment begins every Saturday at 9 p.m. at Foxtales Pub:
February 18 - Rob & Suzi
February 25 - Mike Lendyak
Dick Eshelman (piccolo and flute) and Ed Frye (clarinet and saxophone) will play at DeBence Antique Music World, 1:30 p.m. There is no charge to attend DeBence mini events. The series is made possible by a grant from the Reed Foundation.
Join Restoration Herbs at Perk Place Cafe in Titusville for cocktails, appetizers, dinner, coffee or tea and dessert as well as hands-on demonstrations on preparing, eating and serving garlic; storing and growing garlic and the health benefits of garlic! Register by February 14 by calling (814)827-8008. $25 per ticket or $45 for two.
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