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Busy Butterflies is a new 5 week program at the Franklin Public Library beginning May 2nd and ending June 2nd. It will be free for children in grades Kindergarten through 3rd grade! This program will be held on Tuesdays from 5pm-5:30pm and Fridays from 3:30pm-4pm. … READ MORE

Venango County young professionals are invited to join FLEX on Friday, May 5th, at El Toro Mexican Restaurant in Seneca for Cinco de Mayo! Meet us at noon to network with other young professionals and support a local business. Lunch is dutch treat. Only have … READ MORE

Mark your calendars for the Venango Technology Center Student Employment Event 2023. The goal of the event is to match local organizations and businesses who have the need to hire employees, with local high school seniors preparing to enter the workforce from the six sending … READ MORE

https://www.facebook.com/TarbellHouse Tarbell Tea. Call 814.677.3152 to register! $20/person includes plenty to eat in this gorgeous Victorian-style setting with student re-enactors portraying characters from the oil boom era. Don't miss this unique experience!

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

Tween Beach Party May 13 from 6-8 p.m. Go surf crazy! Ages 11-16 are invited to a tween beach party! – Wear your favorite 60s tropical attire – Karaoke Party – Learn choreography and songs from “Teen Beach Movie” Cost $5 at the door Barrow-Civic … READ MORE

Treat Mom to a relaxing 3-hour train ride through Oil Creek Valley. Everyone is welcome, but Moms ride for just $10 (a $10 discount off regular price), with purchase of a full price ticket. Discount good on coach seating only. Event Dates: May 14 Departure … READ MORE

‘Form, Furniture, Frolic’ — 5 to 8 p.m. Graffiti Gallery 210 Seneca St. in Oil City opening reception; featuring sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, glass and other 3D art forms; facilitated by the Oil City Arts Council

What’s in Your Water — 5:30 to 7 p.m. Blood Farm, Oil Creek State Park; learn to sample and identify aquatic macroinvertebrates, test water quality and determine best management practices to register, contact Venango Conservation District office at (814) 676-2832 or bkozalla.vcd@gmail.com

2023 Primary Election Day - Municipal Elections Check your registration status here: https://www.pavoterservices.pa.gov/pages/voterregistrationstatus.aspx For information to the Venango County Election officers - https://co.venango.pa.us/356/Voter-Registration-Election-Services Deadline Alert: 05/01/2023 is the last day to register before the 05/16/2023 election.

Come craft with us! Adult Craft Club is held once a month, with sessions at 5:30PM & 6:30PM. Participating is always free & all materials will be provided. We create a different project each month & always have a fun time! Registration is required for … READ MORE

Franklin's First United Methodist Church Free Community Dinner May 17th, 5pm-6:30pm Menu: Meatball subs, tossed salad, and a dessert Performance by : HOLeY JEANS

Adult Coloring Come color your stress away every Thursday from 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm. Coloring books are provided if you forget yours!

Illegible License Plate Event Thursday, May 18 5–7 p.m. Seneca Volunteer Fire Department Social Hall 3494 State Route 257 Seneca, PA 16346 If your standard license plate is blistered, peeling or discolored, we will have the required PennDOT MV-44 form to fill out. There is … READ MORE

Join us at Legends of Seneca for our Grand Opening! Free activities for the children, including bouncy house, toss game, & many more. Prize wheel for the adults! Free hot dogs and hamburgers for all! Bring your lawn chair to relax to live music from … READ MORE

Whether on the banks of the Mississippi River or deep in the heart of the English countryside, rock 'n' roll lives, breathes, and burns on the outskirts. Hailing from Rome, GA at the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, The Georgia Thunderbolts rise up with a … READ MORE

//”Page to Stage”: Creative Theatrical Design// A mini scenography session with Angela Howell Saturday, May 20 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. About the class: Angela has selected the show Cabaret as a theme for this workshop. In this 2-hour, hands-on class we will be … READ MORE

Remake Learning Days Join us on May 20th at the Oil City Library from 11 am – 2 pm for ORLA’s Remake Learning Days event! The library will provide all supplies needed to make a paper lantern. However, this event will be first come, first … READ MORE

The Venango Symphony Orchestra features a variety of compositions performed by musicians and students from throughout the region. This is a free concert. Donations are greatly appreciated and support future efforts of the orchestra. Terri S. Wittreich – Conductor

How a Custody Case is Decided What is standing? When can a non-parent file? How do Judges determine a case? If you have these questions about How a Custody Case is Decided, come to our next information session with Northwestern Legal Services presenter Emily D. … READ MORE

May 23 Franklin Area High School presents their Annual FHS Jazz Festival on Tuesday, May 23rd at 7pm at the FHS Auditorium

Sandycreek Elementary will hold it’s section annual Career Day event from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, May 25. The goal of the program is to expose students to many of the careers available in this area and the importance of furthering their education. In order … READ MORE

Storytime with Annie - Oil City Library Read stories, sing songs and do an activity! Open to all children (recommended ages 2-6) and caregivers.

Sewing Workshop Back by popular demand, Terrie Grove will once again be teaching a Sewing Workshop! If you missed her first one or would like to continue the skill, join us on Friday, May 26th, from 4-6 pm at the Franklin Public Library. We will … READ MORE

Franklin Curb Market is kicking off their 2023 Summer Curb Market Season this Saturday! There will be lots of delicious things for your picnics and holiday weekend! 🍎🥦🍞

CASA of Venango County’s Annual Superhero 5K Fun Run/Walk Saturday, May 27th Samuel Justus Bike Trail – Oil City Entrance 9:00 AM : Race Day Registration 10:00 AM : Race Begins 11:00 Free kids Run (0-17) Awards to follow Fees: • Individual - $25 Register … READ MORE

Do you have any outdated/broken electronics or expired household chemicals that need to be properly and responsibly dispose of? You're in luck! Venango County Planning Commission partnered with Noble Environmental Specialty Recycling, LLC are hosting a drive through recycling event for all Venango County residents … READ MORE

Memorial Day Parade in Franklin - Monday May 29th at 10am downtown Franklin!

Bouncing Babies This fun and interactive program is held at the Franklin Public Library every Tuesday at 10:30AM. Join us for reading, interactive rhymes, songs & lap bounces! Best for ages birth through 3, but all are welcome.

How a Custody Case is Decided What is standing? When can a non-parent file? How do Judges determine a case? If you have these questions about How a Custody Case is Decided, come to our next information session with Northwestern Legal Services presenter Emily D. … READ MORE

A FREE class for women designed to make you feel more confident on your bicycle! - Donations accepted for Suzette Nellis bike trail memorial - Workshop Topics: Rules of the road/trail Fit Basics Pre-ride quick checks What to caarry Chain Maintenance Tire pressure check How … READ MORE

Thursday, June 1, 2023 at 7:00 PM June through August – Thursday Night Concert • Bandstand Park • 7 PM

safeTALK Training - Sponsored by LivingWorks June 2 ; 8:30-12:30p Cost $15 For more information call: 814-516-0379 Suicide is preventable. Anyone can make a difference. Half day training in suicide alertness skills - learn four basic steps to create a life-saving connection.

SICKNESS at the Library Who says libraries have to be quiet ALL the time?! 🤘We’re so excited to announce that SICKNESS, a local Noise Rock band, will be playing a FREE concert at the Oil City Library on Saturday, June 3rd at 6PM (after hours!). … READ MORE