Oil Heritage Festival 2010 Schedule

Printed schedules of Events will be available by late June, at the chamber office and throughout the region.

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Prior to the Festival Events

Annual Hop Homan & Chops Cunningham Memorial Softball Tournament
Date: July 16-18
Location: Hasson Heights and Mitchell fields

Popular annual memorial softball tournament. Contact Herb Bigley with any questions at (814) 432-4912.

Tiny Tot Contest
Sponsor: Youth Alternatives, Inc.
Date: July 19-23
Location: Voting takes place at Festival Headquarters on Seneca St.

Open to all children ages 1-3 years old. A prince and princess will be crowned for Oil Heritage 2010. Parents, Guardians, and Grandparents can submit a wallet-sized photo by July 16^th to YOUth Alternatives. Photos can be sent by mail or dropped off to 1 Graff Street, Oil City or 1243 Liberty Street, Franklin. Please include the child’s name, age, birthday, parents name and address, and a phone number where you can be reached on Friday, July 23^rd at 6pm. Voting will take place at Festival Headquarters on Monday, July 19^th until Friday, July 23^rd from 9am until 4:30pm each day. Voting is done by the donation of money. The boy and girl who raise the most money will be crowned Prince and Princess. First place will each receive a $75 savings bond and runners up will each receive a $20 gift certificate to Wal-Mart.

Space Adventure Day Camp
Sponsor: Venango Museum of Art, Science & Industry
Date: July 19
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Venango Museum
Cost: $20/one child; $30/two children

For Children ages 11, 12 & 13. Many hands on activities will be offered as we explore space and our planets. Lunch will be provided. Deadline to register is July 16^th. Please call the Venango Museum for details at 814/676-2007.

Oil Heritage Art Shows Evening Receptions
Date: July 19
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: National Transit Building

Artist receptions, Main Show: National Transit 2^nd Floor Gallery; Children & Young Adult Show: 3^rd Floor Transit Annex. Both receptions are open to the public.

Space Adventure Day Camp
Sponsor: Venango Museum of Art, Science & Industry
Date: July 20
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Venango Museum
Cost: $20/one child; $30/two children

For Children ages 8, 9 & 10. Many hands on activities will be offered as we explore space and our planets. Lunch will be provided. Deadline to register is July 16^th. Please call the Venango Museum for details at 814-676-2007.

Oil Heritage Art Show
Date: July 20-25
Times: Tues-Thurs 10 AM-4 PM; Fri-Sat 10 AM-8 PM; Sun Noon-4 PM
Location: National Transit Building

The Oil City Arts Council continues this remarkable annual Art Show. Artists ages 17 and older are invited to submit work in 3 divisions: Professional, Intermediate & Amateur in any of 6 categories: watercolor/pastels, oils & acrylics, 3D, graphics/mixed media, photography, computer generated/enhanced art. Ribbons and cash prizes awarded. For applications or information call 814-673-6392 or email oilcitywheelers@verizon.net. Applications and work must be submitted by July 16^th

Oil Heritage Children’s & Young Adult Art Show
Date: July 20-25
Times: Tues-Thurs 10 AM-4 PM; Fri-Sat 10 AM-8 PM; Sun Noon-4 PM
Location: National Transit Building Annex, Third Floor

The 4^th Annual Art Show to foster the creativity of our youth! Artists ages 5 – 18 can submit work in 3 divisions, Elementary, Middle School and Young Adult in any of five categories: painting, drawing/graphics/mixed media, 3D, photography, computer generated/enhanced art. Ribbons and cash prizes will be awarded. For applications or information call 814-673-6392 or email oilcitywheelers@verizon.net. Applications and work must be submitted by July 16^th.

Friends of the Oil City Library Book Sale
Dates: July 20-21
Time: 10 AM – 5 PM
Location: Oil City Library, 2 Central Avenue, Oil City

Join the Friends of the Library for their annual book sale! If you enjoy reading, you will not want to miss the good deals on these great books.

Blessing of our Animals, We Love our Pets!
Date: July 20
Time: 6 PM
Location: Lower parking lot of First Presbyterian Church, Oil City

Just as animals were helpers and companions during the Oil Boom, such as horses pulling wagons for transporting barrels of oil and dogs accompanying wives taking meals to their husbands in the oil fields, so are they today. Come celebrate their importance in our lives with an individual blessing. Please bring all animals on a leash. All animals/pets welcome for this service led by Pastor Hydie Houston.

Children’s Pet Show
Date: July 21
Time: 6 PM Registration, 6:30 PM Judging
Location: Justus Park
Rain Location: under the Veterans bridge

Pets will be awarded ribbons in different categories. All pets must be in a cage or on a short leash. The child must be able to control/show their animal. For children 5-12 years, no cost.

Bill Huber, Jr. Trio, as part of the Pipeline Alley Summer Concert Series
Date: July 21
Time: Noon
Location: Pipeline Alley, alleyway between the historic National Transit Building and Transit Annex

The Oil City Arts Council hosts this free concert in the quaint and historic pipeline alley. The always popular Bill Huber, Jr. Guitar Trio will be performing all of your favorite tunes.

Oil on the Brain Dinner Theater
Date: July 21
Time: 6:30 PM Dinner, 8:00 PM Show

Enjoy dinner and then move to the auditorium for a special production of Oil on the Brain. Reservations required by July 14^th. For ticket information, please contact the Venango Museum at (814) 676-2007.

Donna Bailey & Band
Date: July 21
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: The Arlington Hotel Ballroom

Cash bar and light refreshments. Jazz and popular music for listening and dancing. Donna is an outstanding Pittsburgh vocalist. Arts Council Members: $13, Non-Members: $15, At Door: $17. Tickets can be purchased at the Transit Fine Arts Gallery, 206 Seneca Street, Oil City. For more information, please call (814) 678-3017.

Thursday Events

Oil Valley Quilters Guild Quilt Show & Fabric Bazaar
Date: July 22
Time: 9 AM – 6 PM
Location: Trinity United Methodist Church

The local quilter’s guild will hold a quilt show and fabric bazaar during the Oil Heritage Festival. Come browse the various quilts and shop for fabric to create your own beautiful quilts.

Oil Heritage Art Show
Date: July 22
Times: 10 AM-4 PM
Location: National Transit Building

Oil Heritage Children’s & Young Adult Art Show
Date: July 22
Times: 10 AM-4 PM
Location: National Transit Building Annex, Third Floor

Children’s Parade
Date: July 22
Lineup: 11:15 AM Parking Ramp at the Seneca St. Entrance
Time: 11:30 AM Step off
Location: Seneca Street
Rain Location: Rain or Shine. Canceled in case of severe weather.

Begins on Seneca Street near parking ramp area, ends at Justus Park. For children up to 12 years of age. Lineup will begin promptly at 11:15AM. Registration is necessary so the entries can be judged. Judging will take place at the end of the parade route; as the parade enters Justus Park. Categories: Patriotic, Wheels, Cartoon Characters/Superheroes, Sports, Animals, and Historic Figures. All entrants must register by 10 AM at festival headquarters.

Pipeline Alley
Date: July 22
Time: 10AM – 4PM
Location: Pipeline Alley off Seneca Street

Located in the beautiful alleyway next to the National Transit Building. Browse various non-profit booths and visit the beautiful Victorian Garden.

Farmer’s Market
Date: July 22
Time: 10AM – 6PM
Location: Central Avenue Plaza

Farmer’s Market featuring fresh produce, flower sales, and landscaping items.

Christmas in July Bazaar
Date: July 22
Time: Noon – 5PM
Location: Central Avenue Plaza

Professional home-based business consultants including Mary Kay, Tupperware, Longaberger Baskets, Lia Sophia Jewelry, and many more will be on site to help you get your Christmas shopping done early!

Children’s Fun Fair
Date: July 22
Time: Noon-2PM
Location: Justus Park
Rain location: Under Veteran’s Bridge.

A mini-carnival including many games, crafts, good food, and entertainment for children up to 14 years of age. Tickets required and can be purchased prior to Thursday, 5 for a $1 at Festival Headquarters or 4 for $1 at Justus Park the day of.

Ms. Frizzle from “The Magic School Bus” visits the Oil City Library
Date: July 22
Time: 2PM-4PM
Location: Central Avenue Plaza
Rain Location: Oil City Library

Bring your children to meet Ms. Frizzle from “The Magic School Bus”; an extremely popular TV show and series of children’s books about science. Sponsored by the Friend of the Oil City Library.

YWCA Spaghetti Supper
Date: July 22
Time: 4:30-6:30 PM
Location: YWCA Gymnasium
Cost: Adults $7, Children 12 and under $4, 3 and under FREE

This annual supper lets you enjoy homemade spaghetti and meatballs, fresh salad, rolls and drinks. Tickets can be purchased at the YWCA or Festival Headquarters.

Dennis Geib
Date: July 22
Time: 5PM-6:30PM
Location: Justus Park Bandshell
Rain Location: Oil City High School

Dennis Geib’s gift of music is utilizing state of the art sampler keyboards to blend strings, pipe organ, woodwinds, trumpet, acoustic guitar and more while playing on the grand piano.

Ice Cream Social
Date: July 22
Time: 6 – 8PM
Location: Central Avenue Plaza
Rain Location: Grace United Methodist Church

Cake, ice cream, fresh strawberries and beverages are $1/item. The winners of the 2010 Oil City Porch Contest will be announced. Oil City’s favorite hometown band, Mostly Brass, will be performing. Sponsors include: Dr. Charles Huston – General & Vascular Surgery and Barber’s Orchard.

St. Stephen Parish Heritage Festival
Date: July 22
Time: 6-10 PM
Location: St. Stephen Church Parking Lot – State & Front Sts.

Carnival games for all ages, Chinese auction, bake sale, quilt raffle, Steeler raffles, and concession stand. Held rain or shine.

OHF Queen Crowning
Date: July 22
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Justus Park Band Shell
Rain Location: Oil City High School

Queen Candidates are chosen from Oil City, Venango Catholic, and Cranberry High School.

B & E Combo
Date: July 22
Time: 7PM-10PM
Location: Justus Park Band Shell
Rain Location: Oil City High School

Bob English, keyboards & trumpet; Steve Osgood, upright string bass & electric bass; Steve McMurray, drums; Ed Frye, sax and clarinet; Gloria Fenton, vocals. Variety band including music of the “big band era”.

Friday Events

Children’s Pool Party
Date: July 23
Time: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Location: James A. Nelles Memorial Swimming Pool
Rain Location: Cancelled in severe weather.

Water games for children ages 3 thru 12. Ages 3-6: 9:30am-11am; Ages 7-10: 11:30pm-1pm; Ages 11-12: 1:30pm-3pm. The Children’s Pool Party is designed for the children to play organized games. We ask that your child attend during their designated time. The pool will be closed after the pool party.

Oil Valley Quilters Guild Quilt Show & Fabric Bazaar
Date: July 23
Time: 9 AM – 6 PM
Location: Trinity United Methodist Church

The local quilter’s guild will hold a quilt show and fabric bazaar during the Oil Heritage Festival. Come browse the various quilts and shop for fabric to create your own beautiful quilts.

Oil Heritage Art Show
Date: July 23
Times: 10 AM-8 PM
Location: National Transit Building

Oil Heritage Children’s & Young Adult Art Show
Date: July 23
Times: 10 AM-8 PM
Location: National Transit Building Annex, Third Floor

Pipeline Alley
Date: July 23
Time: 10 AM – 4PM
Location: Pipeline Alley off Seneca Street

Located in the beautiful alleyway next to the National Transit Building. Browse various non-profit booths and visit the beautiful Victorian Garden.

Teddy Bear Picnic
Date: July 23
Time: 10AM – 2PM
Location: Behind Hasson Pool
Rain Location: Hasson Park Pavilion, canceled in the event of severe weather

Bring your children (pre-school thru elementary age) to take part in many children’s activities organized by local charities and organizations; and a very special visit by Dexter the Clown. Teddy Bears will be judged in the following categories: biggest, smallest, fuzziest, best dressed and most patriotic. 1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd place ribbons awarded. New this year, Bear in a Box from Jones Party Magic. The bears and materials must be purchased. Bear in a Box has everything you need to create your own stuffed animal. The cost depends on the bear you create.

Oil Heritage Artisan & Fine Craft Festival
Date: July 23
Time: 10AM-6PM
Location: Seneca Street

Hit the street for this year’s Oil Heritage Artisan & Fine Craft Festival! This year’s show features high quality crafters and demonstrating artists selling pottery, jewelry and many other unique items. Food will be available on the streets by local restaurant establishments and food vendors. This project is supported by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, a state agency, through the Pennsylvania Partners in the Arts (PPA), its regional arts funding partnership. State government funding for the arts depends upon an annual appropriation by the Pennsylvania General Assembly and from the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency. PPA is administered in this region by the Elk County Council on the Arts.

National Transit Building Tour
Date: July 23
Time: 1PM
Location: National Transit Building; Corner of Seneca & Center Streets

Tour one of our town’s oldest buildings. Visit the art gallery and artist studios during the tour. $5/person, pay at the door, to benefit the Oil City Civic Center.

Trolley Tours – Oil City National Transit Express
Date: July 23
Time: 1-4PM
Location: Center Street at National Transit Building

Enjoy Oil City’s trackless trolley as you travel along the town’s original tracks and relive those by-gone days. Adults: $1; Children 12 & under: $.50.

Boy Scout Troop 17 Dinner under the Bridge
Date: July 23
Time: 5-7 PM
Location: Justus Park under Veteran’s Bridge
Sponsor: Boy Scout Troop 17

Home cooked succulent pork chop dinner. Cost is $8.00 for a full meal, and $5.00 for a half meal. Pay at the gate.

FLEX Ultimate Frisbee Tournament
Date: July 23
Location: Hasson Softball Field
Time: 5-10PM

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd place trophies awarded. Teams registered before July 23, $20; Teams registered on day of tournament, $25. Prize for the team with the most creative uniform. Proceeds benefit the Venango Chamber’s Future Leaders & Entrepreneurs Exchange. Call the Chamber for more information at (814) 676-8521.

JD Eicher & The Goodnights
Date: July 23
Time: 5-6:30PM
Location: Justus Park Bandshell

JD Eicher & The Goodnights is an independent rock group based out of Pittsburgh, PA and Youngstown, OH. Blending a variety of influences from jazz, blues, pop, and classical music, the band places a strong emphasis on meaningful songwriting and dynamic delivery. Whether it’s a driving, full band performance or a laid-back, acoustic set, JD Eicher & The Goodnights brings something unique and accessible for listeners of all ages.

St. Stephen Parish Heritage Festival
Sponsor: St. Stephen Parish
Date: July 23
Time: 6PM -10PM
Location: St. Stephen Church Parking Lot at State and Front Streets

Carnival games for all ages, Chinese auction, bake sale, quilt raffle, Steeler raffles, and concession stand. Held rain or shine.

Oil City Masonic Hall Tour & Live Play “The Last Full Measure”
Date: July 23
Time: 7PM
Location: Masonic Hall, 57 E. 1^st St, Oil City

Visit a piece of area history, the Oil City Masonic Hall, which houses the oldest fraternity in the world. Built in 1901, it boasts beautiful stained glass windows. A free tour along with a brief history of the building and the organizations that meet there, will be offered, followed by the live play “The Last Full Measure” (Abe Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address).

Joe Grushecky & The Houserockers
Date: July 23
Time: 7:00-10PM
Location: Evening Concert in Justus Park

From the Iron City Houserockers of 1979 to the current incarnation of The Houserockers, this band has always been one of America’s hardest working rock and roll bands. A Rolling Stone review once echoed the words “they are up there with Springsteen, Petty and Seger”. From “Love’s So Tough” to “A Good Life”, the band has changed but the music remains true to their Pittsburgh, Steeltown roots! Hard edged, rock and roll with fine lyrics from the ringmaster, Joe Grushecky. More than just a “bar band”, a Joe Grushecky & The Houserockers show is one of the best shows you will ever see, hands down.

Saturday Events

Oil Heritage Pancake Breakfast
Sponsor: Venango YFC
Date: July 24
Time: 6:30AM – 11AM
Location: Grace United Methodist Church, Asbury Hall
Cost: Adults $5 Children 5-12 $3.50

Come and enjoy a nice breakfast of pancakes and sausage while supporting Venango Youth for Christ’s mission of working with our area youth. It is a nice way to participate in the Oil Heritage Festivities by enjoying a nice breakfast with your family & friends before watching the parade!

Oil Heritage Artisan & Fine Craft Festival
Date: July 24
Time: 8AM-2PM
Location: Seneca Street

Oil Valley Quilters Guild Quilt Show & Fabric Bazaar
Date: July 24
Time: 8 AM – 2 PM
Location: Trinity United Methodist Church

The local quilter’s guild will hold a quilt show and fabric bazaar during the Oil Heritage Festival. Come browse the various quilts and shop for fabric to create your own beautiful quilts.

Ike’s Children’s Fishing Derby
Date: July 24
Time: 9AM – Noon

It’s back! The fishing derby is for children ages 5-12. Awards for largest fish, most fish, best casts, and fishing expertise.

Oil Heritage Junior Olympics
Date: July 24
Registration Time: 9AM
Start Time: 9:30AM
Location: Oil City High School Football Field

A favorite from “Oil Heritage Week” is back! The Oil Heritage Junior Olympics will award prizes and ribbons to children ages 7-14, for competing in various track and field games. Children must pre-register at 9AM to compete.

Oil City Firefighters MDA 5K Run/Walk
Date: July 24
Time: 10AM
Location: West First & Petroleum Streets

Spectators are welcome! Trophies will be awarded in various categories. Pre-registration is preferred. Forms are available at the Central Avenue Fire Station, YMCA and Chamber office or online at www.oilheritagefestival.com

Oil Heritage Art Show
Date: July 24
Times: 10 AM-8 PM
Location: National Transit Building

Oil Heritage Children’s & Young Adult Art Show
Date: July 24
Times: 10 AM-8 PM
Location: National Transit Building Annex, Third Floor

Pipeline Alley
Date: July 24
Time: 10AM – 4PM
Location: Pipeline Alley off Seneca Street

Located in the beautiful alleyway next to the National Transit Building. Browse various non-profit booths and visit the beautiful Victorian Garden.

Oil City YMCA Corn Toss Tourney
Date: July 24
Time: Noon – 4PM
Location: Oil City YMCA

The Oil City Area YMCA will sponsor a Corn Toss Tournament to be held rain or shine at the Oil City YMCA. Top 4 places receive cash prizes. First place guaranteed $250. Entry fee is $40/team. Two-person teams, open to all ages. Entry forms available at the OC YMCA, Chamber of Commerce, www.oilcityymca.org or call Stephanie at (814) 677-3000.

Oil City Idol Tryouts
Date: July 24
Time: Noon-2PM
Location: Oil City High School Auditorium

Do you enjoy watching American Idol? Join us as we crown our very own Oil City Idol. This popular event is limited to the first 25 registered performers. All performers must pre-register. Registration forms available at the Chamber of Commerce or online at www.oilheritagefestival.com. DJ music provided by Big Dog Karaoke.

The Old Hats
Date: July 24
Time: Noon – 2PM
Location: Justus Park Bandshell

Modern bluegrass/rockabilly band with influences including Tom Waits, Cake, Willie Nelson, Nine Inch Nails, Scaterd Few, and Johnny Cash.

Ryver Numphs
Date: July 24
Time: 3PM-5PM
Location: Justus Park Bandshell

This acoustic guitar duo performs many of your country/pop/rock favorites.

St. Stephen Parish Heritage Festival
Sponsor: St. Stephen Parish
Date: July 24
Location: St. Stephen Church Parking Lot/ State and Front Streets
Time: 4PM -10PM
Location: St. Stephen Church Parking Lot at State and Front Streets

Carnival games for all ages, Chinese auction, bake sale, quilt raffle, Steeler raffles, and concession stand. Held rain or shine.

2010 Oil Heritage Festival Parade “Dancing Across the Nations”
Sponsors: Henry B. Suhr, King’s Landscaping, Polish National Alliance, Stubler’s Drive-Thru Beverages and Clarion University–Venango Campus
Date: July 24
Time: 5PM-7PM
Location: West First Street to Seneca Street

Join us for Venango County’s largest festival parade with bands, floats and clowns! This year’s theme is “Dancing Across the Nations” in celebration of our local “Heritage” in the Oil Heritage Festival! The parade is professionally judged and open to all age groups. The parade begins at the intersection of Orange and West First St, and will conclude on Seneca Street. Sam Gordon of WKQW 96.3FM will emcee the parade live in front of PNC Bank on Seneca Street. All entrants must pre-register. Applications are available at the Chamber of Commerce or online at www.oilheritagefestival.com.

Veteran’s Bridge Chalk Walk
Date: July 24
Time: 5PM -7 PM
Location: Veteran’s Bridge

The 2^nd Annual Oil Heritage Festival “Chalk the Bridge” will be held during the Oil Heritage Parade to encourage spectators to watch the Parade from the bridge while admiring the chalk art created. Once the parade is over, art work will not be protected. Take lots of photos!

Burning Daylight
Date: July 24
Time: 5:30PM-7:30PM
Location: Justus Park Bandshell

Country music duo Kent Carroll and Travis Siegel, better known as Burning Daylight, have been playing together for over five years now. With Carroll on lead vocals and Siegel on lead guitar, a unique and raw country sound is created that cannot be duplicated. After being named by CMT (Country Music Television) as one of the top 16 unsigned country music acts in America, in 2009, the duo has gained great popularity in the Northwest Pennsylvania region. Carroll and Siegel were both born and raised in Clarion County where they still reside with their families.

Key West Express (Jimmy Buffett Tribute Band)
Date: July 24
Time: 8PM-10PM
Location: Justus Park Bandshell

We want to see all of the Jimmy Buffett “parrottheads” at this concert! In addition to performing songs by Jimmy Buffett, the band also plays some of the favorite hits of the 80’s and today by such artists as Journey, Santana, Jason Mraz, Zac Brown Band, and many more! Key West Express is a two-time winner of the Rock Erie Awards as Erie’s favorite tribute band. Join us in Margaritaville!

Sunday Events

Oil Heritage Art Show
Date: July 25
Times: Noon – 4PM
Location: National Transit Building

Oil Heritage Children’s & Young Adult Art Show
Date: July 25
Times: Noon – 4 PM
Location: National Transit Building Annex, Third Floor

Pipeline Alley
Date: July 25
Time: 10AM – 4PM
Location: Pipeline Alley off Seneca Street

Located in the beautiful alleyway next to the National Transit Building. Browse various non-profit booths and visit the beautiful Victorian Garden.

Grandma John’s Polish Picnic
Sponsor: Grandma John Memorial Fund
Date: July 25
Time: 11AM-1PM
Location: Steven’s-Standard Memorial Park

Description: Free Polish food and beverages, polka music and prizes.

Car & Motorcycle Cruise-In
Date: July 25
Time: Noon – 4PM
Location: Seneca Street

T-Shirt & Dash Plaque with $5 donation at the gate! Great prizes this year! No pre-registration required. DJ music provided by Sam Gordon of WKQW 96.3 FM. The parking ramp will be utilized in case of rain. Street side cookouts! More information is available by contacting the Chamber at (814) 676-8521.

Knox Scale Modelers Display
Date: July 25
Time: 2PM-5PM
Location: Venango Museum

The Knox Scale Modelers Club will have a beautiful display of the models they have created in the Venango Museum. Those outside the club are welcomed to bring their builds to display as well.

Oil Heritage Annual Raft Race
Date: July 25
Time: 1PM – 5PM
Location: Henry’s Bend to Justus Park

A great adventure for anyone. Enjoy the beauty of floating or racing down the Allegheny River. In the event of bad weather, storms, or dangerously high water – the race will be canceled. Registration forms are available at the Chamber Office. The rafts will launch from Henry’s Bend and will end under Veteran’s Bridge near Justus Park. 1^st Place trophies in each category will be awarded. Contact the Chamber at (814) 676-8521 for more information.

Oil City Idol Finale
Date: July 25
Time: 2PM-4PM
Location: Oil City High School Auditorium

The top performers in the Junior and Adult divisions will sing their hearts out to win cash prizes. DJ music provided by Big Dog Karaoke. All performers must pre-register. Registration forms available at the Chamber of Commerce or online at www.oilheritagefestival.com.

Praise in the Park
Date: July 25
Time: 2:30PM
Location: Justus Park Band Shell

Description: Concert of Praise featuring local worship teams. Churches will be encouraged to set up booths for refreshments, etc. Be sure to make your way down to beautiful Justus Park to enjoy praise, entertainment and good food.

The Necessary Experience
Date: July 25
Time: 5PM – 6:30PM
Location: Justus Park Bandshell

This variety band plays a unique mix of reggae, disco, classic rock, and top 40 hits. Jackson Froman, Ronnie Feroz, and Matt Necessary complete the band “The Necessary Experience”.

The Earthquakers
Date: July 25
Time: 7PM-10PM
Location: Justus Park Bandshell

“Rock n Roll entertainment will never be the same…” This popular Meadville/Erie, PA band packed Justus Park in 2008 for our 30th Anniversary… and they are back this year by popular demand! Jacob Byler, Seth Byler, Isaiah Work and Micah Shetler make up this band that hit the big-time in 1997 when they were featured in the big screen flick “For Richer or Poorer”. They say, “It’s not about the music… it’s about the guys who make the music!”

Oil Heritage Festival Finale Fireworks Display
Sponsors: Cartwright Fireworks, Inc, H & R Block, & Villa Italia Ristorante
Date: July 25
Time: 10:00pm

Join us in Justus Park for our festival finale fireworks display over the Allegheny River! This large fireworks display ends the festival with a bang, as we celebrate 32 years of our Oil Heritage!

Festival Headquarters

Get your souvenirs here!
Location: Community Playhouse building on Seneca Street
Saturday, July 17: 9AM – 3PM
Monday, July 19 – Thursday, July 22: 9AM – 5PM
Friday, July 23: 9AM – 7PMSaturday, July 24: 9AM – 4PM
Sunday, July 25: 11AM – 4PM

Justus Park Festival Headquarters Booth

Or, get your souvenirs here!
Location: Justus Park
Thursday, July 22: 12PM – 2PM & 5PM – 9PM
Friday, July 23: 5PM – 9PM
Saturday, July 24: 5PM – 9PM
Sunday, July 25: 2:30PM – 9PM

Oil Heritage Festival Basket Raffle

Beautiful themed baskets valued at hundreds of dollars will be raffled off Sunday, July 25^th during the finale concert. Tickets can be purchased at festival headquarters daily during the festival; during the evening concerts in Justus Park; or from the Venango Area Chamber of Commerce. Cost: 1 ticket for $1 or 7 tickets for $5.

Admission Fee

The Venango Area Chamber of Commerce along with major festival sponsors is pleased to bring you another great year of concerts in Justice Park. This year we will be collecting a $1 admission fee from those 13 years of age and older. Children 12 and under are free and must be accompanied by an adult. Admission will be collected by community greeters at three points of entry to the park beginning at 5:00 each evening. Proceeds will be used to support entertainment for the following year.

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Special thanks to those who are advertising in this year’s printed schedule of events:

America’s Best Value Inn & Suites
Central Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Edward Jones Investments Oil City
National Fuel Gas Dist. Corp.
UPMC Northwest
Venango County Commissioners
WKQW 96.3 FM-1120 AM

This Year’s Festival Sponsors

Gold Level

King’s Landscaping
Polish National Alliance Group No. 905
Henry B. Suhr, Jr.

Silver Level

Stubler Drive-Thru Beverages

Bronze Level

Clarion University-Venango Campus
Elizabeth S. Black Charitable Trust
Morrison Funeral Home, Inc.
Pathways Adolescent Center
St. Stephen Parish
UPMC Northwest

Overall Festival

Cranberry Mall
Cross Creek Resort
CS Technologies Plus
Culligan Water Conditioning
Electralloy
Famoore’s Family Restaurant
H & R Block
Marc Maslov MD- Ear, Nose, & Throat Associates of NW PA
Shell Lubricants
Villa Italia Ristorante
Pennsylvania Partners in the Arts

Children’s Event Sponsors

Agway
Crawford & Fitch Ear Nose & Throat
Deb Spangler Photography
First United National Bank – Oil City
Junior Women’s Club of Oil City
Kellner’s Fireworks
Northwest Savings Bank
Pulaski Club
Rotary Club of Oil City
First Presbyterian Church

Heritage Event Sponsors

America’s Best Value Inn & Suites
Crudo, Barbara
Friedhaber’s
Huston, Charles
Veon District Attorney, Marie T.

Car & Motorcycle Cruise Sponsors

4 Your Car Connection, Inc
Bayless Fuel, LLC.
Caldwell Printing Services
Farmers National Bank
Glenview Apothecary, Inc.
Klapec Auto Body, Inc.
McFate Law Office, Robert W McFate Esq.
McMahon, Malachy
Oil City & Franklin Giant Eagle
Oil City Automotive
Oil Region Alliance of Business, Industry and Tourism
Presbyterian Home
Reinsel Funeral Home & Crematory
TJ’s Car Care

Festival Patrons

Barr’s Insurance
bloominGail’s
Charles E. & Martha H. Breene
Collins Plumbing & Heating
Franklin – Oil Region Credit Union O.C.
O.C.P. Warehouse
Oil City Knights of Columbus Council #385
Penn-Aire Aviation, Inc.
Robert M Pilewski
Rural Mental Health Associates
Seneca Primary Care, Inc.
Timothy S. Brooks, D.P.M.

Friends of the Festival

Boy Scout Troop 17
Galaxy Federal Credit Union
Wilma Johnson
Little Big Horn Quality Band Instrument Repair
Longaberger Consultant
Lutz Radiator/Automotive
Oil Valley Quilters Guild
Ron & Alice Shoup
Venango Museum
Venango Plumbing & Heating
Youth for Christ
YWCA Oil City

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