Cook Forest Area Calendar of Events

July
01 Thu	Performance of "Oliver" Verna Leith Sawmill Theatre
	Dicken's characters are brought to life, engaging the audience with their pathos and drama, while delighting everyone with such outstanding musical numbers as Food, Glorious Food, I'd Do Anything, Where is Love?, Consider Yourself, and As long As He Needs Me. Rated G
	Phone: 814-927-5275
01 Thu	Family Fishing Program Children's Fishing Pond
	The PA Fish & Boat Commission & Cook Forest State Park are offering a free fishing program designed especially for families. Meet at the Children's Fishing Pond behind the Park Office to learn basic baiting, casting, and knot tying techniques designed to help make you a better fisherman. A packet of fishing goodies will be given to each family. 10 person minimum, must register at the Park Office by calling (814)744-8407 or e-mail cookforestsp@state.pa.us by 6/17/10.
	Phone: 814-744-8407
02 Fri	Performance of "Oliver" Verna Leith Sawmill Theatre
	Dicken's characters are brought to life, engaging the audience with their pathos and drama, while delighting everyone with such outstanding musical numbers as Food, Glorious Food, I'd Do Anything, Where is Love?, Consider Yourself, and As long As He Needs Me. Rated G
	Phone: 814-927-5275
03 Sat	Performance of "Oliver" Verna Leith Sawmill Theatre
	Dicken's characters are brought to life, engaging the audience with their pathos and drama, while delighting everyone with such outstanding musical numbers as Food, Glorious Food, I'd Do Anything, Where is Love?, Consider Yourself, and As long As He Needs Me. Rated G
	Phone: 814-927-5275
04 Sun	St. Joseph's 71st Annual 4th of July Celebration Lucinda, PA
	Traditional all-you-can-eat Chicken & Ham Dinners - Homemade pie & Soup with our famous HOMEMADE NOODLES. Games of skill & chance for all ages - Live Entertainment - Refreshments - Bingo. Over $35,000 in Cash & Prizes including over 20 HANDMADE QUILTS, a SANYO 42 LCD HDTV and a $5,000 Grand Prize. Event held RAIN or SHINE - canopy covered. Handicap accessible. Nearly 2,000 dinners served each year. Dining Room serving 11 AM - 3 PM; Takeouts available 11 AM - 2 PM; Dinner ticket sales open at 10 AM. Adults: $7.50 Children 6 - 12: $3.50 Children under 6: Free. Festival proceeds benefit St. Joseph Catholic School. Come Celebrate! St. Joseph Church special liturgy schedule for that weekend: July 3rd 5:00 PM and July 4th 8:30 AM.
	Phone: 814-226-7288
06 Tue	Women of Wine & Wellness Deer Creek Winery
	Hosting your own Wine Party and making wine cork necklaces! This event will have hors doeuvres, chocolate, andof course wine. Registration required through our website.
	Phone: 814-354-7392
07 Wed	Performance of "Honk!" Verna Leith Sawmill Theatre
	HONK! (a musical retelling of "The Ugly Duckling" was first hatched in 1993. Since then, this show that appeals to people of all ages, has winged its way around the world in more than 4000 productions. Complete with lively production numbers and wonderful lyrics, the plot centers around an odd baby duck (Ugky) who sets out on a quest to be accepted. He goes on a series of misadventures that tickle the funnybone and warms the heart; all while slipping away from the clutches of a predator (Cat). PTAG invites you to get caught up in this touching, lively production as the troupe celebrates its 35th season of theatrical entertainment. Rated G
	Phone: 814-927-5275
08 Thu	Performance of "Honk!" Verna Leith Sawmill Theatre
	HONK! (a musical retelling of "The Ugly Duckling" was first hatched in 1993. Since then, this show that appeals to people of all ages, has winged its way around the world in more than 4000 productions. Complete with lively production numbers and wonderful lyrics, the plot centers around an odd baby duck (Ugky) who sets out on a quest to be accepted. He goes on a series of misadventures that tickle the funnybone and warms the heart; all while slipping away from the clutches of a predator (Cat). PTAG invites you to get caught up in this touching, lively production as the troupe celebrates its 35th season of theatrical entertainment. Rated G
	Phone: 814-927-5275
09 Fri	Performance of "Honk!" Verna Leith Sawmill Theatre
	HONK! (a musical retelling of "The Ugly Duckling" was first hatched in 1993. Since then, this show that appeals to people of all ages, has winged its way around the world in more than 4000 productions. Complete with lively production numbers and wonderful lyrics, the plot centers around an odd baby duck (Ugky) who sets out on a quest to be accepted. He goes on a series of misadventures that tickle the funnybone and warms the heart; all while slipping away from the clutches of a predator (Cat). PTAG invites you to get caught up in this touching, lively production as the troupe celebrates its 35th season of theatrical entertainment. Rated G
	Phone: 814-927-5275
10 Sat	Car Cruise Sportsman's Paradise, Crown, PA
	Old and Classic car cruise. Trucks, motorcycles, and tractors welcome also.
	Phone: 814-744-8722
10 Sat	Performance of "Honk!" Verna Leith Sawmill Theatre
	HONK! (a musical retelling of "The Ugly Duckling" was first hatched in 1993. Since then, this show that appeals to people of all ages, has winged its way around the world in more than 4000 productions. Complete with lively production numbers and wonderful lyrics, the plot centers around an odd baby duck (Ugky) who sets out on a quest to be accepted. He goes on a series of misadventures that tickle the funnybone and warms the heart; all while slipping away from the clutches of a predator (Cat). PTAG invites you to get caught up in this touching, lively production as the troupe celebrates its 35th season of theatrical entertainment. Rated G
	Phone: 814-927-5275
14 Wed	FREE and Open to Public: Tall and Majestic Trees of Northwestern PA Presentation, Gateway Lodge Gateway Lodge Conference Center
	Cook Forest State Park is home to the finest stand of ancient Eastern White Pine in the entire Northeastern United States. Within its boundaries resides the greatest concentration of white pines taller than 160ft north of the Great Smoky Mountains. It also boasts 19 record trees including 13 that are Northeastern U.S. height champs, 3 Pennsylvania girth champs, and 17 old growth tree species. Cook Forest is also home to 450 year old E. hemlocks, 350 year old E. white pines, 300 year old white oaks, and 250 year old black cherries. Although Cook Forest is THE place to come to view one of the finest stands of old growth forest in the entire Northeastern U.S; there are numerous Northwestern Pennsylvania sites that also hold many large & tall tree treasures such as the Lake Erie Escarpment, Walnut Creek, and Anders Run and Hearts Content Natural Areas. Please bring your appetites and meet at the Gateway Lodge conference room to take part in this slide show walk through some of Pennsylvanias most pristine areas. Light refreshments provided during the presentation. Please join us for dinner afterwards. (1 hr) Gateway Lodge is located 1/4 mi. past the Cooksburg Bridge. Look for the Stone Sign and "Deer" logo. Gateway will be serving dinner tonight from 5-9pm.
	Phone: 800-843-6862
15 Thu	Performance of "Beauty and the Beast" Verna Leith Sawmill Theatre
	A tale as old as time, this enchanting musical tells the story of the strong-willed and loveable Disney favorite, Belle. Longing to escape her everyday routine, she finds her life takes a sudden turn leaving her at the gate of a magical palace. Join the Beast, Gaston, Le Fou, Lumiere, and friends as they embark on a grand journey filled with adventure, cheer and learning to love. With the classic songs, Be Our Guest, Something There, and Beauty and the Beast, this will be a musical experience the whole family can share and enjoy. Rated G
	Phone: 814-927-5275
16 Fri	Performance of "Beauty and the Beast" Verna Leith Sawmill Theatre
	A tale as old as time, this enchanting musical tells the story of the strong-willed and loveable Disney favorite, Belle. Longing to escape her everyday routine, she finds her life takes a sudden turn leaving her at the gate of a magical palace. Join the Beast, Gaston, Le Fou, Lumiere, and friends as they embark on a grand journey filled with adventure, cheer and learning to love. With the classic songs, Be Our Guest, Something There, and Beauty and the Beast, this will be a musical experience the whole family can share and enjoy. Rated G
	Phone: 814-927-5275
17 Sat	Performance of "Beauty and the Beast" Verna Leith Sawmill Theatre
	A tale as old as time, this enchanting musical tells the story of the strong-willed and loveable Disney favorite, Belle. Longing to escape her everyday routine, she finds her life takes a sudden turn leaving her at the gate of a magical palace. Join the Beast, Gaston, Le Fou, Lumiere, and friends as they embark on a grand journey filled with adventure, cheer and learning to love. With the classic songs, Be Our Guest, Something There, and Beauty and the Beast, this will be a musical experience the whole family can share and enjoy. Rated G
	Phone: 814-927-5275
17 Sat	Trails End Trals End Restaurant
	Join the fun as we celebrate summer at this Karaoke Party. Wear your sunglasses , flip flops, and party with us ! With over 14,000 songs there is something for everyone, come out where YOU can be a star !!
	Phone: 814-927-8400
17 Sat	CARES for Kids - Duathlon, 5K Run, & Community Walk Cook Forest State Park
	Benefits Cares for Kids, A nonprofit child advocacy center breaking the cycle of abuse...one child at a time. Deadline for early registration is Friday, June 25th. Only those registrations postmarked by June 25th are guaranteed t-shirts.
	Phone: 814-849-7355
21 Wed	Performance of "Beauty and the Beast" Verna Leith Sawmill Theatre
	A tale as old as time, this enchanting musical tells the story of the strong-willed and loveable Disney favorite, Belle. Longing to escape her everyday routine, she finds her life takes a sudden turn leaving her at the gate of a magical palace. Join the Beast, Gaston, Le Fou, Lumiere, and friends as they embark on a grand journey filled with adventure, cheer and learning to love. With the classic songs, Be Our Guest, Something There, and Beauty and the Beast, this will be a musical experience the whole family can share and enjoy. Rated G
	Phone: 814-927-5275
22 Thu	Performance of "Beauty and the Beast" Verna Leith Sawmill Theatre
	A tale as old as time, this enchanting musical tells the story of the strong-willed and loveable Disney favorite, Belle. Longing to escape her everyday routine, she finds her life takes a sudden turn leaving her at the gate of a magical palace. Join the Beast, Gaston, Le Fou, Lumiere, and friends as they embark on a grand journey filled with adventure, cheer and learning to love. With the classic songs, Be Our Guest, Something There, and Beauty and the Beast, this will be a musical experience the whole family can share and enjoy. Rated G
	Phone: 814-927-5275
23 Fri	Performance of "Beauty and the Beast" Verna Leith Sawmill Theatre
	A tale as old as time, this enchanting musical tells the story of the strong-willed and loveable Disney favorite, Belle. Longing to escape her everyday routine, she finds her life takes a sudden turn leaving her at the gate of a magical palace. Join the Beast, Gaston, Le Fou, Lumiere, and friends as they embark on a grand journey filled with adventure, cheer and learning to love. With the classic songs, Be Our Guest, Something There, and Beauty and the Beast, this will be a musical experience the whole family can share and enjoy. Rated G
	Phone: 814-927-5275
23 Fri	Wine and Dine Weekend at Gateway Lodge Gateway Lodge Inn, Restaurant, and Spa
	JULY WINE AND DINE WEEKEND | July 23-25 Revisit those lazy, hazy days of summer with a getaway. This weekend package features a five course chef tasting complemented by wine pairings from our award-winning wine list as well as live entertainment. Whether it be relaxing in your Jacuzzi suite all weekend or taking in the beauty of Cook Forest by canoe or foot, let us help you relax and indulge this summer. Wine and Dine Weekend includes two nights in a suite, a five-course chef tasting, and musical entertainment for $499. Wine pairing an additional charge.
	Phone: 800-843-6862
24 Sat	Performance of "Beauty and the Beast" Verna Leith Sawmill Theatre
	A tale as old as time, this enchanting musical tells the story of the strong-willed and loveable Disney favorite, Belle. Longing to escape her everyday routine, she finds her life takes a sudden turn leaving her at the gate of a magical palace. Join the Beast, Gaston, Le Fou, Lumiere, and friends as they embark on a grand journey filled with adventure, cheer and learning to love. With the classic songs, Be Our Guest, Something There, and Beauty and the Beast, this will be a musical experience the whole family can share and enjoy. Rated G
	Phone: 814-927-5275
24 Sat	Wine and Dine Chef Tasting Dinner at Gateway Gateway Lodge Inn, Restaurant, and Spa
	A five course chef tasting complemented by wine pairings from our award-winning wine list as well as live entertainment. $99/couple plus $25/person for wine pairings. There are just a few spots remaining. Reserve today!
	Phone: 800-843-6862
25 Sun	Trails End Jeep & 4x4 Sun Daze Trails End Restaurant
	Drive your big toys to Trails End, and join the fun. We have food and drink specials and Live Patio Music, weather permitting.
	Phone: 814-927-8400
25 Sun	Jen Zacherl Memorial Cruz-In St. Joseph's Church, Rt. 66, Lucinda
	CARS - BIKES - TRUCKS - JEEPS. No registration fee. Dash plaques to first 100 cars. Door Prizes, Chinese Auction, Food & Facilities Available, Playground, 50/50 Drawings, Two $50 Cash Prizes. All Proceeds benefit St. Joseph School, Lucinda.
	Phone: 814-797-5451
28 Wed	Performance of "Women Overboard" Verna Leith Sawmill Theatre
	Contented housewife Peggy Tremayne, taking a Caribbean cruise under the name of her swinging sister-in-law, begins to live up to her alias' reputation. She nearly wrecks her happy marriage as she tries to promote a romance between her niece and a stuffy archaeologist. A guaranteed fun evening for audience and cast alike with its hilarious mix of music and madcap machinations and romantic complications. Rated PG
	Phone: 814-927-5275
29 Thu	Performance of "Women Overboard" Verna Leith Sawmill Theatre
	Contented housewife Peggy Tremayne, taking a Caribbean cruise under the name of her swinging sister-in-law, begins to live up to her alias' reputation. She nearly wrecks her happy marriage as she tries to promote a romance between her niece and a stuffy archaeologist. A guaranteed fun evening for audience and cast alike with its hilarious mix of music and madcap machinations and romantic complications. Rated PG
	Phone: 814-927-5275
30 Fri	Performance of "Women Overboard" Verna Leith Sawmill Theatre
	Contented housewife Peggy Tremayne, taking a Caribbean cruise under the name of her swinging sister-in-law, begins to live up to her alias' reputation. She nearly wrecks her happy marriage as she tries to promote a romance between her niece and a stuffy archaeologist. A guaranteed fun evening for audience and cast alike with its hilarious mix of music and madcap machinations and romantic complications. Rated PG
	Phone: 814-927-5275
30 Fri	Live Friday Night Music Deer Creek Winery
	Deer Creek Winery, Shippenville, PA: Last Friday Night of the Month Live Music, July 30th 6:30-8:00 PM, Barely Presentable is a duo specializing in rock, soft rock, classic rock, pop, and country hits and also plays original music. Find out more on our website: www.DeerCreekWine.com. Come enjoy music, snacks and wine. No Cover Charge.
	Phone: 814-354-7392
31 Sat	Performance of "Women Overboard" Verna Leith Sawmill Theatre
	Contented housewife Peggy Tremayne, taking a Caribbean cruise under the name of her swinging sister-in-law, begins to live up to her alias' reputation. She nearly wrecks her happy marriage as she tries to promote a romance between her niece and a stuffy archaeologist. A guaranteed fun evening for audience and cast alike with its hilarious mix of music and madcap machinations and romantic complications. Rated PG
	Phone: 814-927-5275
31 Sat	Trails End Karaoke Trails End Restaurant
	Come out where YOU can be a star!! With over 14,000 songs, there is something for everyone !
	Phone: 814-927-8400
August
10 Tue	Women of Wine & Wellness Deer Creek Winery
	Come out and enjoy a fun time with other women and just relax! This event will have hors doeuvres, chocolate, andof course wine. Registration required through our website.
	Phone: 814-354-7392
14 Sat	The Great Pennsylvania Wine Toast Deer Creek Winery
	One day, one toast, one celebrity toastmaster, one world record. On August 14 at 3:30 p.m., wineries across Pennsylvania will open their doors and come alive for the Great Pennsylvania Wine Toast. The goal: To celebrate another record-setting year for the Pennsylvania wine industry. In the process, we hope to set a world record for the largest wine tasting ever conducted*. Proud Pennsylvanian, wine lover and racing legend, Mario Andretti, will serve as our toastmaster, as he leads all locations in a simultaneous toast via video. Proceeds from the event will support The Fund to Benefit Children & Youth, a Lehigh Valley, Pa.-based organization that helps provide items and services to children and families in need. Updated info at www.pennsylvaniawine.com/overviewToast.aspx
	Phone: 814-354-7392
14 Sat	Trails End Karaoke Trails End Restaurant
	Where "YOU" can be a star, with over 14,000 songs, there is something for everyone.
	Phone: 814-927-8400
14 Sat	Car Cruise Sportsman's Paradise, Crown, PA
	Old and Classic car cruise. Trucks, motorcycles, and tractors welcome also.
	Phone: 814-744-8722
27 Fri	Live Music & Wine Deer Creek Winery
	Deer Creek Winery, Shippenville, PA: Last Friday Night of the Month Live Music, Find out who's playing and more on our website: www.DeerCreekWine.com. Come enjoy music, snacks and wine. No Cover Charge.
	Phone: 814-354-7392
27 Fri	Rumble on the River Tionesta, Pa.
	5th Annual Motorcycle Rally, featuring vendors, food, games and music. Camping available.
	Phone: 814-673-8377
28 Sat	Rumble on the River Tionesta, Pa.
	Featuring the Marshal Tucker Band! Also Bike show with 13 classes.
	Phone: 814-673-8377
28 Sat	Trails End Karaoke Trails End Restaurant
	Where "YOU" can be the star! With over 14,000 songs, there is something for everyone.
	Phone: 814-927-8400
28 Sat	Blue Grass Night At The Woods Cabin and Campground
	Featuring : Bluegrass Gospel Roundup- Band happy to have others join in if they would like! No charge Donations accepted by the band. Jam around the fire afterwards. 75 to 80 people attended last year and everyone enjoyed.
	Phone: 330-323-2984
29 Sun	Rumble on the River Tionesta, Pa.
	Motorcycle and car cruise in. Tons of prizes
	Phone: 814-673-8377
29 Sun	Trails End Jeep & 4x4 Sun Daze Trails End Restaurant
	Put those big toys in gear and come to Trails End. Show off your toys to others! Food and Drink Specials, door prize giveaways and Live Outdoor Music, weather permitting.
	Phone: 814-927-8400
September
04 Sat	Trails End Karoake Trails End Restaurant
	Join the fun. With over 14,000 songs, there is something for everyone. Come out where "YOU" can be the star !
	Phone: 814-927-8400
11 Sat	Car Cruise Sportsman's Paradise, Crown, PA
	Old and Classic car cruise. Trucks, motorcycles, and tractors welcome also.
	Phone: 814-744-8722
11 Sat	Fallfest at the Winery Deer Creek Winery
	our Fallfest will have lots of things to do and enjoy including live bands. More details on our website as it gets closer to the date!
	Phone: 814-354-7392
14 Tue	Women of Wine & Wellness Deer Creek Winery
	Come out and enjoy a fun time with other women and just relax! This event will have hors doeuvres, chocolate, andof course wine. Registration required through our website.
	Phone: 814-354-7392
19 Sun	Trails End Jeep & 4x4 Scavenger Hunt Trails End Restaurant
	This yearly event is a very popular one. This scavenger hunt calls for a full tank of gas, a fun team, a sense of adventure and a few hours of your day. Pre-registration is required.
	Phone: 814-927-8400
24 Fri	Live Music & Wine Deer Creek Winery
	Deer Creek Winery, Shippenville, PA: Last Friday Night of the Month Live Music, Find out who's playing and more on our website: www.DeerCreekWine.com. Come enjoy music, snacks and wine. No Cover Charge.
	Phone: 814-354-7392
25 Sat	Fall Festival..The Forest Nook The Forest Nook
	We will have local vendors/artist selling crafts, corns stalks, gourds and pumpkins.
	Phone: 814-927-5440
25 Sat	Trails End Karaoke Trails End Restaurant
	Join the fun !! Come out, where "YOU" can be the star !
	Phone: 814-927-8400
October
09 Sat	Car Cruise Sportsman's Paradise, Crown, PA
	Old and Classic car cruise. Trucks, motorcycles, and tractors welcome also.
	Phone: 814-744-8722
09 Sat	Trails End Karaoke Trails End Restaurant
	Join the fun...with over 14,000 songs, there is something for everyone.
	Phone: 814-927-8400
12 Tue	Women of Wine & Wellness Deer Creek Winery
	Come out and enjoy a fun time with other women and just relax! This event will have hors doeuvres, chocolate, andof course wine. Registration required through our website.
	Phone: 814-354-7392
29 Fri	Live Music & Wine Deer Creek Winery
	Deer Creek Winery, Shippenville, PA: Last Friday Night of the Month Live Music, Find out who's playing and more on our website: www.DeerCreekWine.com. Come enjoy music, snacks and wine. No Cover Charge.
	Phone: 814-354-7392
30 Sat	Trails End "Horray for Hollywood" Halloween Party Trails End Restaurant
	This years theme is "Hollywood" which leaves the door wide open for costumes. This party is always a fun-filled evening with many costumes, prizes, karaoke and fun. Use the theme in creating your costumes !! Reservation are a recommended for this one !! 814-927-8400
	Phone: 814-927-8400
November
09 Tue	Women of Wine & Wellness Deer Creek Winery
	Come out and enjoy a fun time with other women and just relax! This event will have hors doeuvres, chocolate, andof course wine. Registration required through our website.
	Phone: 814-354-7392
26 Fri	Live Music & Wine Deer Creek Winery
	Deer Creek Winery, Shippenville, PA: Last Friday Night of the Month Live Music, Find out who's playing and more on our website: www.DeerCreekWine.com. Come enjoy music, snacks and wine. No Cover Charge.
	Phone: 814-354-7392
December
14 Tue	Women of Wine & Wellness Deer Creek Winery
	Come out and enjoy a fun time with other women and just relax! You can even gets deals on your Christmas shopping! This event will have hors doeuvres, chocolate, andof course wine. Registration required through our website.
	Phone: 814-354-7392