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 time of the year to view bald eagles on their nests and find new nesting sites. Expect a long car-pool and aggressive hike to some […]

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 event is in collaboration with Penn State Extension Master Gardeners, Quiet Creek Herb Farm, and the USDA. All participants will receive a free compost bin, […]

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 […]

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 […]

Learn to grow the food your family eats! Seed to Supper is a hands-on, beginner friendly gardening program that teaches adults how to grow fresh, healthy vegetables on a budget. […]

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 […]

Please join the Friends of Cook Forest as we pick up litter on Forest Road from its intersection with Route 36 to the Sawmill Theater. Meet at the Park Office. […]

The Wayside Inn is hosting a Caribbean themed tasting menu. Take a step back in time and immerse yourself at this historic restaurant for a tasting experience like no other. Call us at 814-226-7344 or text at 814-221-7727 to reserve your seat!

Please answer the following questions to register for the Clarion Conservation District's Noticing Changes in Nature: Invasive Species Scavenger Hunt program on Thursday, April 30th, 2026 from 5-7pm at the Clarion Conservation District Office (249 S. 2nd Ave. Clarion, PA). Participants will: Gather together to watch the 2026 Invasive Species Scavenger Hunt training recorded by Amy […]

Dawn of Astronomy is a 45-minute show that traces the beginnings of astronomy in ancient Egypt and Britain. We will journey to the Pyramids of Egypt, the crumbling ziggurats of Babylon, and the mysterious Stonehenge. This show is free and open to everyone. PennWest Clarion's Peirce Planetarium offers you a glimpse of the stars and […]

The Hush & Hum Meditation Center will be hosting a one hour session of crystal and Himalayan singing bowls in Cook Forest State Park on May 1st, 2026. The event will be focused on your chakras in honor of the full moon. Space is limited, so be sure to reach out as soon as possible! […]

May 7th & 8th at 6pm and May 9th at 1pm Presented by Van Dyke and Company and featuring the Mahoning Valley Ballet at the Sawmill Center for the Arts. […]

Bring the whole family and come out to the Clarion County Airport for an action packed day of competitive flying. This exhilarating aviation fly-in and STOL (short takeoff and landing) […]

Explore the best of Western Pennsylvania’s wines, microbrews, and spirits! Join us on Main Street in Clarion, PA for an unforgettable evening of delicious fun, featuring samples from over 22 local vendors. For the full list of vendors and event details, check out the link below. More information to come on tickets! This event is […]

Visit designated trailheads to collect stamp throughout the week of May 9-17. Hike, bike, stroll, or cruise along at the pace that fits you best. Each stamp is equal to […]