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December’s Season of Celebrations & Sharing - The Arts Barn December 10 Holiday Festival

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December 10 Holiday Festival

The Arts Barn, 3 Berry Road, Schuylkill Haven. Complimentary holiday goodies, wine and coffee. Meet and greet the artists. Kids Krafts and campfire with s'mores (weather permitting). Decorations and gifts ALL handmade here in Pennsylvania. Free Gift wrap. Gift certificates available. Major Credit cards accepted. Just outside historic Orwigsburg. Turn at the Orwigsburg Post Office and follow that road for 1.7 miles to

The Arts Barn

The Arts Barn is an art gallery of over 45 local
Pennsylvania artists and artisans displaying fine
arts and crafts in a unique country setting.
Our Schuylkill Haven, Schuylkill County, PA
gallery includes paintings, drawings,
sculpture, woodworking, traditional rug hooking,
baskets, jewelry, fused glass, pottery, hand-knitted
items, blacksmith art, quilts, photography,
Johnathan's wooden spoons, metal sculptures,
rock painting, handpainted silk,
leatherwork, and more!

www.theartsbarn.com

570-366-8736 or 617-8736.

Orwigsburg Holly Trail 2011

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The Orwigsburg Area Free Public Library will be holding its 29th Annual Holly Trail on Saturday, December 3, 2011. It has been a long tradition to start the Holiday Season on the first Saturday of December with a tour of area homes decorated for the Holidays. This year we have five locations including a local church featuring over 20 crèche displays.

Tickets can be purchased at the Orwigsburg Area Library for a donation of $13.00 through December 2, 2011 or for $18.00 on December 3, 2011. The Orwigsburg Area Free Public Library is located at 214 E. Independence Street, Orwigsburg.

As was done last year, the Tea and wreath auction will be held at Madeline's Restaurant, 1100 East Market St, Orwigsburg.

This is the major fund raising event for the Orwigsburg Area Free Public Library. The money raised is used to purchase new books and for general operating expenses.


Drawing Classes at The Arts Barn

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November 22
Drawing Class for Ages 7-11
The Arts Barn, 3 Berry Road, Schuylkill Haven. Taught by David Spavero. This class will present an introduction to drawing and sketching including sketching techniques, still life, perspective, and composition for beginners. The class will run for the month of November on Tuesdays and Thursdays (except for Thanksgiving) from 6:00-7:00 PM at The Arts Barn outside Orwigsburg, starting November 1st and ending on November 25th for a total of 7 classes. There will be a maximum number of 10 students. The cost is $40 for the session (7 classes) plus a $15.00 supplies cost. Call 366-8736 or 617-8736 to register.

Orwigsburg Business & Professional Association

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Orwigsburg BPA

Orwigsburg Business & Professional Association

Orwigsburg Community Heritage Day was held on Sept. 10. 2011 after a one year hiatus. The weather was outstanding, no rain for the last 5 years we held the event. It was estimated that 3000+ attended the day.

There were 42 vendors and Eva Katherine, Orwigsburg's own, had more than 300 attend her show. She is a 12 year old country singer and is really talented as she has performed in 55 shows in 33 different venues in 5 states. Sterling Koch, a nationally known lap steel guitarist appeared. He is also a touring and recording solo artist. The Breaker Boys also appeared at 113 West Market Street and provided Early American music all day long.

The Pet Parade was the first annual with 33 entrants and was a big smash with all. Kindermusik had a Zoo Train demo for the did. Once again Clara Barton was reenacted by Maureen Costello. Culture Shock MaluLani Dancers performed traditional dances from the islands of Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, New Zealand and the Philippines.

The OBPA next monthly meeting is October 6, 2011 at Seton Manor at 7:30AM. The agenda will include discussion on the formation of a 501(c)3, the review of our purpose and mission statements.


Upcoming Events!


Friday, Oct. 21 and Saturday, Oct. 22 will be the "Haunted Island" from 7 p.m.-10 p.m. A family-fun pumpkin patch will be held on the island including hayrides and games. Food and drinks available all weekend.

Nov. 27 - Open House, Christmas Parade will be held. Times TBA. The Christmas Tree lighting will follow at 5 p.m.

Dec. 10 - Holly "Rose" Trail from 1:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m. In memory of "Rev. Rose Hoffman" the trail will begin at the Church of the Nazarene, W. Main St., Schuylkill Haven tour decorated residences and end with a social at the First UCC social hall, Rt. 61S, Schuylkill Haven. For further info contact Reba Llewellyn, program coordinator at 385-5884.

Orwigsburg Business & Professional Association

Fall Festival at Pioneer Evergreen Farms

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September 16-18 2011

Fall Festival at Pioneer Evergreen Farms

Come and join us at the Fall Festival at Pioneer Evergreen Farms this weekend for great fall family fun, in our country setting. We have lots to do for the entire family. Enjoy the area's best Scenic Mountain Hayride, great food and 15 awesome attractions. The Fall Festival is open September 16 thru October 30, Fridays 5:00 -9:00, Saturdays 12:00 - 9:00, and Sundays 12:00 - 7:00.

Enjoy the beautiful fall foliage as you climb through the scenic mountain side to the top of Sculps Hill. Learn the history of the area as we climb to an elevation of 956 feet. Overlooking quaint Orwigsburg, keep your eyes open for deer and wildlife in the Christmas tree fields. This ride will put you in a fall mood, and be something you won’t soon forget.

For more information, hayride reservations, or to plan your private party, call us today at 570-366-2619 or log onto our web site at www.PioneerEvergreenFarms.com or find us on face book.

Fall Festival at Pioneer Evergreen Farms