Cook Forest State Park will be conducting an interpretive cold weather kayaking trip on the National Wild & Scenic Clarion River.  Join the flotilla and celebrate the last days of winter on this 4-7 mile interpretive float. Bald eagles, river otter, mink, and mergansers have been known to make an appearance. Cost is $40/boat (bring […]

Returning by popular demand for the 2026 St. Patrick’s Day weekend celebration, the Lowry family and superb Celtic Band CARNIVAL OF SOULS will sound the call for the Irish. Leprechaun magic will abound with the call of the highland bagpipes and all those lucky enough to be Irish – and those hopefuls who wish they were Irish – […]

The Beginners' Guide To Foraging was designed for nature enthusiasts and aspiring foragers who want to explore the world of wild mushrooms. During this beginner level program you will learn the basics of identifying wild mushrooms found in our local ecosystems.In addition to mushroom identification techniques, topics discussed will include; field guides and resources for […]

Celebrate our the region's lumber heritage with crafts, vendors, chainsaw carving, and educational presentations across two days. Friday, March 20, 2026 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM Food Trucks • Chainsaw Carving • Indoor Craft Market • Outdoor Vendors • Demonstrations • Displays Saturday, March 21, 2026 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Food Trucks • Chainsaw […]

Join us for an evening of authentic Irish music with the County Mayo Irish Band! Blending traditional instrumentation with rich vocals and lively rhythms, this talented group delivers an immersive Celtic experience - from beloved Irish ballads to energetic pub tunes. Wine, brews, Irish small plates menu, talk about a festive St. Patrick’s celebration! Music, […]

Immerse yourself in a celebration of local talent as Clarion County’s finest artists come together to display their remarkable work. From stunning paintings to intricate sculptures and beyond, this event is a testament to the creativity and passion of our artistic community. Tickets go on sale February 9th!

Come see Ralph Scherder talk about fly fishing on the Clarion River at Mechanistic Brewing. Ralph Scherder has won nearly 30 awards for his writing and photography and owns the […]

Please bring your binoculars and spotting scopes to the Park Office for a driving tour to eagle hotspots along the National Wild & Scenic Clarion River.  This is the prime […]

Join the Clarion Conservation District for a hands-on workshop to learn about composting and determining your soil's health. This is the perfect event for longtime and novice gardeners alike. This […]

The stand-up trope is returning to Mechanistic Brewing for a night of comedy and beer.

Join the Allegheny Riverstone Center for the Arts for a refreshing afternoon of music from a preeminent choral group in our region, the Grove City College Touring Choir, in a concert of choral music.

Join the Clarion Conservation District for a seminar on invasive species. All participants will receive a free field guide and native plant. NEW DATE: Originally scheduled for March 31st, this event will now take place in April. A new date, time, and location will be announced in the coming weeks. Questions? Contact event organizer, Hannah, at […]

Joe Gyekis is a health science instructor at Penn State and an enthusiastic lifelong birder with particular interests in patch listing, nocturnal flight calls, and bird-window collisions.  Joe will talk about recording bird migration from his suburban home at night for the past 8 years as well as observations from other Pennsylvania nocturnal flight call […]

Come on down to the river for an unforgettable evening of Jazz, Blues, R&B, Funk and more on Saturday, April 18 at 7:30 PM with TWO bands who each have sold out Lincoln Hall – CATRO with vocalist Tammi Dahl and Key Factor with vocalist Lori Russo performing jazz, blues, R&B, Funk, Ballads and more as ARCA celebrates the late Drew Orient, its […]