Events Calendar

Bring your binoculars and spotting scopes to the Park Office for a driving tour to otter hotspots along the National Wild & Scenic Clarion River.  This is the prime time of the year to witness otter activity.  Chances are good to observe otter sign such as slides, tracks, and latrines along the banks of the […]

Free live music! Bring your friends and enjoy the evening with us! Food and wine available as well.

Join us for our very popular monthly shows in the Peirce Planetarium! During the shows, we will weave storytelling and science together to highlight the month’s brightest stars and planets. Shows will take place at both 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. on the first Thursdays of the months that we are in session. In addition, […]

The Western PA Grazing Conference Committee, comprised of conservation organizations and local farmers, organizes this conference every year to promote sustainable grazing practices to the farming community. The conference provides a wealth of educational information to both new and experienced farmers.

Open mic is the 2nd Friday of every month with host Justin (7-9PM). Doors open at 6PM.

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 four mile float.  Bald eagles, river otter, mink, and mergansers have been known to make an appearance. Pack a lunch and a […]

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with an Irish band at Mechanistic from 6-9pm.

Returning by popular demand for the 2025 St. Patrick’s Day weekend celebration, the Lowry family and superb Celtic Band CARNIVAL OF SOULS will sound the call for the Irish on Saturday, March 15, 2024 at 7:30 PM in Lincoln Hall in Foxburg.  Begin your celebration of St. Patrick’s Day Weekend with a joyous evening of Irish and Celtic Music with […]

Celebrate our wood heritage with crafts, vendors, chainsaw carving, educational presentations, and outdoor fun at WoodFest! Friday, March 21, 2025 (12 PM – 6 PM) 2:00 – 2:30 PM: Wood on Glass Presentation 3:00 – 3:30 PM: PA Forests & Forest Industries Presentation 4:00 – 4:30 PM: PA Hickory Syrup Presentation 4:00 – 6:00PM: Mushroom […]

Celebrate our wood heritage with crafts, vendors, chainsaw carving, educational presentations, and outdoor fun at WoodFest! Saturday, March 22, 2025 (10 AM – 6 PM) 11:00 – 11:30 AM: PA Hickory Syrup Presentation 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Mushroom Log Cultivation Station 1:00 – 1:30 PM: PA Forests & Forest Industries 2:00 – 2:30 PM: […]

Enjoy Mechanistic Brewing's ambiance with some delicious food from the well-loved Cousins Maine Lobster food truck.

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 […]

Sean Chen, Van Cliburn Competition Award Winner Sunday, March 30, 2025   2:00 PM   Lincoln Hall  42 S Palmer Street, Foxburg PA 16036   Adults $30, ARCA Members $25, Students free with Accompanying Adults at ARCA Member Price   Buy online at www.alleghenyriverstone.org or call 724-659-3153 to reserve and pay with cash/check at the door.

Join us for our very popular monthly shows in the Peirce Planetarium! During the shows, we will weave storytelling and science together to highlight the month’s brightest stars and planets. Shows will take place at both 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. on the first Thursdays of the months that we are in session. In addition, […]

Join us for our very popular monthly shows in the Peirce Planetarium! During the shows, we will weave storytelling and science together to highlight the month’s brightest stars and planets. Shows will take place at both 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. on the first Thursdays of the months that we are in session. In addition, […]

Please meet at Shelter #1 to hike the Forest Cathedral, where old-growth hemlock and white pine attract migrating warblers, scarlet tanagers, and many songbirds.  This is a free event - REGISTRATION REQUIRED - please call the Birdwatchers Store at 724-794-2473.  Coffee provided, 10 years & up, 20 max participants, moderate hiking difficulty.  Please bring a water […]