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The Oil City Arts Council is pleased to present its 2023 Photography Show 'VISIONS', to be held in Graffiti Gallery this spring. The show begins with an Opening Reception on Friday, March 31 from 5 – 8 pm and continues on Saturdays and Sundays from … READ MORE

Come join our choir as we take you on a journey to through the music of the movies! 🎥🎬Music for all ages!

The Friends of the Franklin Public Library hold a weekly booksale every Tuesday and Friday from 12-5pm. Support your library and go home with a new book! All purchases are by donation.

Join us for an Open House and get to know our Student Services team and faculty at our NPRC Franklin classroom or online! Attendees will experience NPRC’s real-time instructional delivery model, hear about the College’s history and mission, receive information and resources regarding tuition rates … READ MORE

Oil City Community Clean-Up Day 2023 Wednesday, April 19, 2023 – 9:00 am – 8:00 pm You’re invited to be a part of Oil City’s annual Community Clean-Up Day! Local businesses, organizations, groups, and individuals are encouraged to help beautify the town at this fun … READ MORE

Wild Mountain Fantasy Festival is a unique event. The festival is divided into four themes featuring Renaissance Fantasy, Comic Book & Science Fiction, Myths & Monsters, and Steampunk. Attendees can expect to see and purchase handmade arts and crafts as well as uncommon collectibles. Distinctive … READ MORE

Discover Oil Creek’s tallest waterfall, Plum Dungeon Falls, with the park naturalist on this 2 mile out-and-back hike. The falls are viewed from the Gerard Trail on the opposite side of the ravine and are best visited in spring after a rainy day. Dress for … READ MORE

Wild Mountain Fantasy Festival is a unique event. The festival is divided into four themes featuring Renaissance Fantasy, Comic Book & Science Fiction, Myths & Monsters, and Steampunk. Attendees can expect to see and purchase handmade arts and crafts as well as uncommon collectibles. Distinctive … READ MORE

Class 101 is a club at the Franklin Public Library for 4th-6th graders. It will be held every Thursday at 4pm beginning March 2nd. Come join us for 4 weeks of science experiments, 4 weeks of arts and crafts, and 4 weeks of technology fun! … READ MORE

The Franklin Public Library will be hosting a series of seminars covering a vast array of topics by fellow community members. Please join Warren Thomas at the Franklin Public Library Thursday, April 20th, from 6-7 to discuss Community Gardens. Venango Area Community Gardens purpose is … READ MORE

10:00am-5:00pm KELLNER’S FIREWORKS- OPEN FOR SALES/ORDER PICK UP (Wesley,PA) AT VENANGO COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS- FRANKLIN, PA- 5:30pm-6:30pm INTRO TO USING IGNITE AND COBRA FIREWORKS FIRING SYSTEMS. Learn about the leading US manufactured wireless firing systems for Fireworks and Pyrotechnics. 6:30pm-7:00pm MEET & GREET WITH FIREWORKS ASSOCIATIONS … READ MORE

The Annual Fair Housing Seminar, with Special Guest Keirstyn Marcucci of Southwest PA Legal Services, will be held on Friday, April 21st at the Venango Courthouse Annex, Room 100, from 10AM - 12PM, 1174 Elk Street, Franklin. This year's seminar is titled "Reasonable Accommodations for … READ MORE

The Friends of the Franklin Public Library hold a weekly booksale every Tuesday and Friday from 12-5pm. Support your library and go home with a new book! All purchases are by donation.

Enjoy a date night while your kids have a fun evening at the Titusville YMCA from 5 to 7:30 p.m. The Kid’s Night Out program offers safe, evening care with fun, games, and pizza. It is open to ages 4 to 12. The costs is … READ MORE

FLEX Presents is an annual event that celebrates the achievements of local young professionals who contribute to their community through civic engagement, entrepreneurship, and leadership. We invite you to join us at Wildcat Mansion on Friday, April 21, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. We will … READ MORE

The Erie Philharmonic will return to Oil City this spring on Friday, April 21, 2023 at 7 PM to perform a public concert at the Venango Museum of Art, Science and Industry (270 Seneca Street). This special concert will feature a string quartet. Admission to … READ MORE

Preregistration required for this class. Required Equipment: Handgun, 50 Rounds of Ammo, Eye and Ear Protection, Baseball Style Hat. No shorts or open toe shoes. This class will be held at the Venango County Coon & Fox Club. See the Training page for an application … READ MORE

10:00am-5:00pm KELLNER’S FIREWORKS- OPEN FOR SALES/ORDER PICK UP ( Wesley, Pa) AT VENANGO COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS- FRANKLIN, PA- 9:00am-5:00pm THE PYROTECHNICS GUILD INTERNATIONAL DISPLAY FIREWORKS CERTICIATION CLASS $95.00 Per Person. Space is limited. Preregistration is required. Taught by the Pennsylvania Pyro Artists Club. Learn the basics … READ MORE

The Oil City Arts Council is pleased to present its 2023 Photography Show 'VISIONS', to be held in Graffiti Gallery this spring. The show begins with an Opening Reception on Friday, March 31 from 5 – 8 pm and continues on Saturdays and Sundays from … READ MORE

Fly Fishing Expo at Trails to Ales II starting at 2:00PM. Fly Fishing Film tour begins at 5:00PM at the Barrow Civic Theater. Tickets available online or at the Franklin Area Chamber of Commerce.

Jensin M Potts Memorial Annual Chili Cook-off is finally official!!!! PLEASE READ ENTIRE AD!! WE'RE CHANGING UP A FEW THINGS!!! As of now, we have once again filled all the chili cooking positions, but from time to time we may lose a participant due to … READ MORE

Join us for a joint spring community mixer with Venango and Clarion Democrats at the Wildcat Mansion! Meet local candidates running for offices, meet like minded people in your community, and enjoy some jazz poetry entertainment, Hors d'oeuvres, & music! This is a fundraiser event. … READ MORE

Lawyers, Guns & Money performing LIVE Saturday, April 22nd at 7:30pm. ($10 cover charge)