Our sojourn showcases the entire river valley in a spectacular four-day, 44-mile float on the Stonycreek, Conemaugh, and Kiskiminetas Rivers. From Johnstown to Apollo, we’ll paddle through breathtaking vistas each day and camp each night. The sojourn will take us through deep river gorges, with views of historic canal remnants and wildlife along the way.…
The event is free and open to the general public. There will be a parade into the site, presenting of the colors, a bagpiper, chaplain, the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War and their Ladies Auxiliary - Mary Campbell Ladies #16, the American Legion post 294 Johnstown Ritual Team and Auxiliary and the…
Homegrown National Park - presented by The Garden Club of Johnstown's Jackie Johnson and Karlice Makuchan. We will do a deep dive into Doug Tallamy's project to make your backyard into a little "national park" by using native plants and other techniques that support biodiversity for a healthier planet. Attendees will have their choice of…
TeePee Pole Bean Garden - presented by - PSU Certified Master Gardener, Shannon Eckenrode. Growing pole beans in teepees helps protect them from deer. Fairy lights can be used to decorate. 'Trail of Tears' beans and history will be discussed and heirloom beans will be distributed. Black Bean brownies will be served.
Lasagna Gardening - presented by - PSU Certified Master Gardener, Sue Konvolinka. Recycle, compost, and make high-quality soil all at once with this easy, no-dig gardening technique. Attendees will take home their choice of one plant from the Sandyvale Greenhouse.
Mental Health Benefits of Gardening - presented by - PSU Certified Master Gardener Jessica DeMartino. Shown to enhance mood and overall emotional well-being, gardening, the physical activity, releases endorphins/mood lifters, spending time in nature with plants can create feelings of peace and contentment, releases stress, promotes relaxation and calm. Attendees will make and take home…
You will learn how to transplant plant plugs (over 20,000 seedlings) into six packs. Come join in the fun in a working greenhouse. Come whenever you want and stay as long or as short as you like. Equipment and snacks will be provided. Students ages 13 and up are welcome.
The Wine Festival is always on the first Saturday after Labor Day. The event is held outdoors in several large white tents on an 11-acre public garden next to the Stonycreek River with a mountain backdrop of gorgeous fall trees. Enjoy 16 of the best wineries in Pennsylvania, grab a bite from our gourmet food…
Featuring wines from Germany, Spain, Argentina & California. Menu pairings by Balance Restaurant.
Bring a chair and relax under shade trees in a beautiful park setting.
Bring a chair and relax under shade trees in a beautiful park setting.
Bring a chair and relax under shade trees in a beautiful park setting.
Bring a chair and relax under shade trees in a beautiful park setting.
Our sojourn showcases the entire river valley in a spectacular four-day, 44-mile float on the Stonycreek, Conemaugh, and Kiskiminetas Rivers. From Johnstown to Apollo, we’ll paddle through breathtaking vistas each day and camp each night. The sojourn will take us through deep river gorges, with views of historic canal remnants and wildlife along the way.…
Honoring our Veterans with a ceremony followed by music, food, children’s activities, and an antique & classic car and motorcycle cruise.
The Pennsylvania Freemasons have partnered with America250PA to sponsor the planting of Liberty Trees in all sixty-seven Pennsylvania counties. The tree that will be planted at Sandyvale Memorial Gardens is a descendant of the last remaining Liberty Tree that stood in Annapolis, Maryland.
Sandyvale Wine Experience has quickly become the area’s premier wine event. Enjoy two unique wine events in one weekend! Kick it all off on Friday, the first Friday after Labor Day, with the Sandyvale Wine Dinner. This limited seating dinner will pair wines from around the world with great food. The Sandyvale Wine Festival is…
4 course dinner by Balance Restaurant with wine pairings from California.
Listen to the concert under the shade trees next to the river at Sandyvale Memorial Gardens & Conservancy. Attendees can bring their own lawn chairs or blankets and refreshments.
Honoring our Veterans with a ceremony followed by music, food, children's activities, and an antique & classic car and motorcycle cruise.
Fun and informative seminar workshops inside a working greenhouse. All seminars will provide hands-on projects to take home.
Fun and informative seminar workshops inside a working greenhouse. All seminars will provide hands-on projects to take home.
Fun and informative seminar workshops inside a working greenhouse. All seminars will provide hands-on projects to take home.
Fun and informative seminar workshops inside a working greenhouse. All seminars will provide hands-on projects to take home.