Calendar of Events
January 2018:
Thursday, January 4th
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Project Night at Amazing Stitches
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Amazing Stitches Sewing and Quilt Shop, 611 Main St, Emlenton, PA 16373
Join us every Thursday for Project Night. Bring whatever you're working on! If you can't make it to one of our afternoon project classes, come during Project Night. Bring your machine and project materials.
Event Cost: FREE
For more information about this event, please contact:
Rachel Brosnahan
814-227-3319
https://www.facebook.com/events/2289858564573822/
Saturday, January 6th
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Creative Peeps Art Club
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Chicken Coop Studio 306, Crawford Center, 511 Hill Street, Emlenton
Creative Peeps are getting together once a month, on the 1st Saturday, to make art at the Coop. Join us as we explore different art mediums through a variety of fun projects. Each month we will focus on a particular subject or technique. At the end of the year, we will host an art show for all the Creative Peeps and their families! Ages 4+. (Children under 4 may join, but MUST be accompanied by an adult.) Deadline to register is November 1st or when space runs out. You are encouraged to register early to ensure your spot!
Event Cost: $15/class or less when enrolling in multiple class
For more information about this event, please contact:
Rachel Brosnahan
Chicken Coop Studio 306
814-227-3319
https://www.facebook.com/events/1661469487239164/
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COLD FOR A CAUSE: POLAR PLUNGE AT TWO MILE RUN CO. PARK
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Two Mile run County Park: Crosby Beach
Two Mile Run County Park is having a Polar Plunge fundraiser on Saturday, January 06, 2018 at Crosby Beach. The event is being coordinated by the Oil City YMCA. Funds from the event will go to Youth Programs at the Y & help with trail projects at the Park.
For more information, please call the Oil City YMCA at: 814-677-3000 or the Park Office at: 814-676-6116. Pre-registration deadline is December 20, 2017.
Event Cost: Minimum sponsorship of $15 per participant
For more information about this event, please contact:
Oil City YMCA or two Mile Run County Park
Two Mile Run County Park
814-676-6116
Thursday, January 11th
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Project Night at Amazing Stitches
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Amazing Stitches Sewing and Quilt Shop, 611 Main St, Emlenton, PA 16373
Join us every Thursday for Project Night. Bring whatever you're working on! If you can't make it to one of our afternoon project classes, come during Project Night. Bring your machine and project materials.
Event Cost: FREE
For more information about this event, please contact:
Rachel Brosnahan
814-227-3319
https://www.facebook.com/events/2289858564573822/
Friday, January 12th
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Music in the Transit: Wildwood Express
7:30 PM
The Great Room, National Transit Building
This event will feature a musical performance by Wildwood Express.
Event Cost: $10
For more information about this event, please contact:
www.oilcity.org/events/viewevent/339
Event Tags: Arts - Performing
Saturday, January 13th
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ELKS NATIONAL HOOPSHOOT Free Throw Contest
1:00 PM
FRANKLIN YMCA
Contest will be held at the FRANKLIN YMCA. Hosted by Franklin Elks Lodge #110. Free throw contest for children ages 8-13. Contestant's age is determined by age as of April 1, 2018. For more information contact Samuel Lyon, Event Director, at 814.437.2204 or visit elks.org/hoopshoot
Event Cost: Free
For more information about this event, please contact:
Samuel Lyons
Franklin Elks, Lodge #110
814-437-2204
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Oil Valley Quilters Guild
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Church of the Nazarene, Oil City
Monthly meeting, Oil Valley Quilters Guild.
Oil Valley Quilters Guild, National Quilting Association Chapter, is a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation and education of quilting arts chapter of Membership is open to all who live in the Oil Region of Pennsylvania. Members of all skill levels are welcomed, from beginner to expert. Youth are given free membership with an adult member sponsorship. Membership dues are $25.00. Meetings include a program or presentation of quilting techniques. The guild participates in various charity and community outreach projects.

Event Cost: yearly dues are $25,00
For more information about this event, please contact:
Karlene Johnson
Oil Valley Quilters Guild
814-758-1649
http://oilvalleyquilters.wix.com/ovqg#!
Event Tags: Arts - Visual
Tuesday, January 16th
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2018 Block of the Month at Amazing Stitches
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Amazing Stitches Sewing and Quilt Shop, 611 Main St, Emlenton, PA 16373
Join us and create a beautiful quilt by Wing & a Prayer Design. Your kit includes everything you need to create this 106" square (finished) quilt except backing.* Each month, meet at Amazing Stitches on the 3rd Tuesday or Wednesday from 1-4pm or Thursday from 6-8pm to pick up that month's piece and work on your project.
Contact Dixie to reserve your kit. Kits are prepared when you order, so they must be reserved in advance.
*Additional rulers may be required.
Event Cost: $25 per month
For more information about this event, please contact:
Rachel Brosnahan
814-227-3319
https://www.facebook.com/events/412921655803583/
Wednesday, January 17th
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60th India International Garment Fair
9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Pragati Maidan, New Delhi
India International Garment Fair (IIGF) has come a long way and it is now one of the established fair in the international apparel fairs arena. The next edition i.e. 60th in the series is scheduled to be held from 17 Jan - 19 Jan 2018, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.
60th IIGF is one of the largest and most popular platform in Asia where overseas garment buyers can source and forge the business relationship with India's the finest in Apparel and Fashion Accessories domain.
Event Cost: Free
For more information about this event, please contact:
Rajiv Bhatnagar
Apparel Export Promotion Council
124-270-8027
http://indiaapparelfair.com
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FLEX Monthly Meeting
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Bella Cucina, Franklin
The FLEX young professionals will hold their monthly meeting to discuss plans for upcoming events and programs.
Lunch is available for $10/person. Please RSVP to Zach at executivedirector@barrowtheatre.com.

Event Cost: $10 (if you would like lunch)
For more information about this event, please contact:
Future Leaders & Entrepreneurs Exchange (FLEX)
814-676-8521
www.venangoflex.org
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2018 Block of the Month at Amazing Stitches
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Amazing Stitches Sewing and Quilt Shop, 611 Main St, Emlenton, PA 16373
Join us and create a beautiful quilt by Wing & a Prayer Design. Your kit includes everything you need to create this 106" square (finished) quilt except backing.* Each month, meet at Amazing Stitches on the 3rd Tuesday or Wednesday from 1-4pm or Thursday from 6-8pm to pick up that month's piece and work on your project.
Contact Dixie to reserve your kit. Kits are prepared when you order, so they must be reserved in advance.
*Additional rulers may be required.
Event Cost: $25 per month
For more information about this event, please contact:
Rachel Brosnahan
814-227-3319
https://www.facebook.com/events/412921655803583/
Thursday, January 18th
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Project Night at Amazing Stitches
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Amazing Stitches Sewing and Quilt Shop, 611 Main St, Emlenton, PA 16373
Join us every Thursday for Project Night. Bring whatever you're working on! If you can't make it to one of our afternoon project classes, come during Project Night. Bring your machine and project materials.
Event Cost: FREE
For more information about this event, please contact:
Rachel Brosnahan
814-227-3319
https://www.facebook.com/events/2289858564573822/
Tuesday, January 23rd
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FLEX Coffee Chat
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Bossa Nova Café Roastery, Franklin
Start your morning right by hanging out with other young professionals and drinking delicious coffee or tea! Come for the full hour or stop by whenever you can between 8 and 9 a.m. Drinks are dutch treat.
Information about FLEX will be available if you are new to the group. Also, Erin Sekerak from Junior Achievement NWPA will be joining us and will have information on JA and open Board of Directors positions available to young professionals. (What a great leadership opportunity!)

Event Cost: Dutch treat
For more information about this event, please contact:
Ashley Cowles
Venango Area Chamber of Commerce
814-676-8521
www.venangoflex.org
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KimberBell Bench Pillows Classes at Amazing Stitches
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Amazing Stitches Sewing and Quilt Shop, 611 Main St, Emlenton, PA 16373
Come to Amazing Stitches to create and be inspired! We will be working on KimberBell Designs' bench pillows! Bring your machine to class for this project. Please call in your reservation, $5 holds your seat! 724-867-0880
Fall, Thanksgiving, Halloween & Christmas
If you can't make it during the 1-4 class, come work on your projects during Project Night! Thursdays from 6pm-8pm.
Event Cost: Call for prices
For more information about this event, please contact:
Rachel Brosnahan
814-227-3319
https://www.facebook.com/events/153674395405912/
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Open Studio at Chicken Coop Studio 306
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Chicken Coop Studio 306, Crawford Center, 511 Hill Street, Emlenton
The studio will be open every 4th Tuesday of the month from 6-8pm for anyone 18+ to come and work on a project. Drop in anytime during open studio hours! We have art supplies stocked at the studio (we ask for a small fee to cover canvases, etc.) or you can bring your own and just use our awesome space! It's a great chance to get together with friends. Coffee and water are available.
Cost: FREE (donations are accepted to help purchase art supplies)
or $5 to complete provided project.
Event Cost: FREE to bring your own project, donations accepted
For more information about this event, please contact:
Rachel Brosnahan
Chicken Coop Studio 306
814-227-3319
https://www.facebook.com/events/112046269482517/
Wednesday, January 24th
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Listening & Leading Lunch
12:15 PM - 2:00 PM
Great Room of the National Transit Building, Oil City
Congressman Glenn Thompson hosts a "Listening & Leading" lunch in the Great Room of the National Transit Building in Oil City. Meet & greet GT and enjoy lunch! Focus will be on the new tax law and small business. RSVP now by contacting Toni Kresinski at the Oil Region Alliance at 814.677.3152 x 110 or tkresinski@oilregion.org
RSVP due by 5 pm on Friday, January 19.
Event Cost: FREE
For more information about this event, please contact:
Toni Kresinski
Oil Region Alliance
814-677-3152 ext. 110
www.oilregion.org
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KimberBell Bench Pillows Classes at Amazing Stitches
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Amazing Stitches Sewing and Quilt Shop, 611 Main St, Emlenton, PA 16373
Come to Amazing Stitches to create and be inspired! We will be working on KimberBell Designs' bench pillows! Bring your machine to class for this project. Please call in your reservation, $5 holds your seat! 724-867-0880
Fall, Thanksgiving, Halloween & Christmas
If you can't make it during the 1-4 class, come work on your projects during Project Night! Thursdays from 6pm-8pm.
Event Cost: Call for prices
For more information about this event, please contact:
Rachel Brosnahan
814-227-3319
https://www.facebook.com/events/153674395405912/
Thursday, January 25th
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Project Night at Amazing Stitches
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Amazing Stitches Sewing and Quilt Shop, 611 Main St, Emlenton, PA 16373
Join us every Thursday for Project Night. Bring whatever you're working on! If you can't make it to one of our afternoon project classes, come during Project Night. Bring your machine and project materials.
Event Cost: FREE
For more information about this event, please contact:
Rachel Brosnahan
814-227-3319
https://www.facebook.com/events/2289858564573822/
Friday, January 26th
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Be Here One Year Celebration
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Karma Coffee Co (Seneca St, Oil City)
Last January, the Be Here initiative was launched, and we invite you to celebrate one year with us! Join us where it all began at Karma Coffee Co in Oil City for coffee and pastries and information about accomplishments from this past year and plans for the future. Stop by anytime between 8 and 10 a.m.
An RSVP is appreciated—please email acowles@venangochamber.org or call (814) 676-8521.
Learn more at beherevenango.org/one-year.

For more information about this event, please contact:
Ashley Cowles
Venango Area Chamber of Commerce
814-676-8521
www.beherevenango.org
Saturday, January 27th
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Something More Saturdays
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Drake Well Museum and Park
Come and enjoy unique and entertaining learning experiences not included in a typical visit to the museum! Program included with regular admission fees.
Event Cost: Program included with regular admission fees.
For more information about this event, please contact:
Sarah Goodman
Drake Well Museum and Park
814-827-2797 ext. 111
www.drakewell.org
Calendar Quick Jump - 2018

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