The Franklin Public Library will be hosting a series of seminars covering a vast array of topics by fellow community members. Please join Debra Houser at the Franklin Public Library Tuesday, Nov 22, 6-7 pm to Keeping the Bees. This is a free event and … READ MORE
On Saturday, February 25 at 7 p.m., ORAS will host a virtual public night with a presentation on stars -- what they are, where they come from, what they do, and how they change over time. The presenter will be Mr. Dean Miskovich, president of … READ MORE
Spend the evening sampling the best wine our region has to offer while enjoying a presentation by Joe Lichtinger and Steve Lencer. They will explain the stray gas investigation process, explain the equipment and science used during our investigations, and provide examples of complex stray … READ MORE
Dr. Tim Spuck will make a presentation entitied "Big Astronomy." Big Astronomy is a $2.2M multi-faceted research and education outreach project that includes the three-time award-winning planetarium show "Big Astronomy: People, Places, Discoveries." This highlights the diverse careers and the people who enable discoveries at … READ MORE
The Backyard Conservation Workshop will feature speakers from the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, the Venango County Planning Commission, and the Venango Conservation District. We will talk about invasive plants, stormwater management, and rain barrels. Space is limited. Register by contacting the Venango … READ MORE
The Venango Conservation District is partnering with Oil Creek State Park to provide a fun and educational afternoon learning about aquatic stream species and their role in determining ecosystem health. Participants will learn how to sample and identify aquatic macroinvertebrates, test water quality, and determine … READ MORE
All of Us Pennsylvania is calling on volunteers like you to join us at the Franklin Public Library for a Pop-Up Enrolment Clinic! We hope you will help make history and change the future of health. The health data you share will be added to … READ MORE
The beginners’ workshop will introduce you to the basics of observing the sky. Topics covered will include visual observations without aids and the use of binoculars. Much of the workshop will focus on telescopes, including types of telescopes, additional equipment needs, and tips on buying … READ MORE
All of Us Pennsylvania is calling on volunteers like you to join us at the Franklin Public Library for a Pop-Up Enrolment Clinic! We hope you will help make history and change the future of health. The health data you share will be added to … READ MORE
Virtual Public Night – “Planetary Nebulae: From Messier to Abell—What Are They and How to Observe Them” ORAS member Larry McHenry will explain what planetary nebulae are and why they are called that. He will review some of the people associated with these objects, both … READ MORE