What's happening in Lawrence County
2012 Annual Tree Seedling Sale
2/1/2012 - 2/29/2012
Trees, deciduous trees, perennials, ground cover and bulbs. Lawrence County Conservation District. Orders taken until March 30. Use website for order form. Proceeds benefit Conservation District's environmental education programs. 724-652-4512
http://www.lawrencecd.orgWinter Wisdom
2/5/2012
2 – 4 pm at Villa Maria Community Center/Magnificat Chapel. Frank Romeo, Land Director Emeritus, reflects on his observations of nature in winter and our own experiences of this season of wisdom. Ritual & refreshments included. Registration required. Cost: $10. 724-964-8886 or dstiger@humilityofmary.org
http://www.humilityofmary.orgGuild Card Party
2/7/2012
6 pm in gym of St. Camillus Church, 314 W. Englewood Ave. Refreshments and prizes. Sponsored by Jameson Guild. 724-654-3538 or 724-658-1791
Federal Writers' Project
2/8/2012
7 pm in the Joseph Clavelli History Center, 408 N. Jefferson St. Jean Speight will tell life stories of people held in slavery. Free and open to the public. 724-658-4022 or 724-652-3838
Valentine Dinner Dance
2/10/2012
7 pm on the auditorium stage of the Scottish Rite Cathedral, 110 E. Lincoln Ave. Delicious buffet, beautiful organ music for dining, dancing & listening pleasure. Cost: $30/single & $60/couple. Reservations: 724-654-5800
"Greater Tuna"
2/10/2012 - 2/26/2012
Performed in Annex Theatre of New Castle Playhouse. This hilarious comedy about Texas' third smallest town, where the Lion's Club is too liberal and Patsy Cline never dies. Friday & Saturday performances 7:30 pm and Sunday 2 pm. Tickets: 724-654-3437
http://www.newcastleplayhouse.orgOf Love and Opera
2/11/2012
6 pm in Crystal Ballroom of Scottish Rite Cathedral, 110 E. Lincoln Ave., New Castle, PA. Gourmet buffet, ballroom dancing, operatic entertainment, cash bar & hors d' oeuvres and for romantic fun for all. The perfect Valentine date. Cost: $55 per person. Reservations: 724-714-3003
http://www.newcastlelyricopera.orgValentine's Day Brunch & Bubbly!
2/11/2012
9 am - 3 pm Harley-Davidson Buell, Rte. 422, 3 miles west of I-79, New Castle. Begin your day with champagne, mimosas, Bloody Marys, & romanic, tasty treats. 15% off women's jewelry & leather jackets, men's black label & leather jackets. 724-924-2310
http://www.newcastlehd.comMurder Mystery Dinner Theater
2/11/2012
Doors open 5 pm. Held at Union Twp. VFD, Scotland Lane. Sponsored by auxiliary & firemen. 724-652-8914
Pittsburgh Symphony
2/14/2012
7:30 pm at Heinz Hall, Pittsburgh, PA. Phish front man guitarist, Trey Anastasio, in concert with the orchestra and conducted by Scott Dunn. Tickets: $45, $60, $70. Info: 412-392-4900
http://www.pittsburghsymphony.org/treyBleasby Colloquium
2/16/2012
7 pm in Sebastian Mueller Theater of the McKelvey Campus Center at Westminster College. Speaker series sponsored by Westminster Dept. of English. Free and open to the public. 724-946-7342
http://www.westminster.eduPresidents Day Sale
2/17/2012 - 2/20/2012
Grove City Premium Outlets, Grove City, PA. Enjoy winter clearance bargains during our annual sale. Details: 724-748-4770 or website
http://www.premiumoutlets.com/grovecityCabin Fever Day
2/18/2012
10 am - 5 pm at Volant Village Shops. They invite you to "Get Out of the House" and browse each shop for new merchandise - while enjoying a complimentary hot beverage. 724-533-5515
http://www.volantshops.comDouse for a House - Polar Bear Plunge
2/18/2012
10:30 - 11:30 am check-in and noon is the Plunge at Pleasant Valley Beach area, South Shore of Moraine State Park. Plunge into the lake for Lawrence County Habitat for Humanity. Cost: $100 in sponsors. Refreshment available for purchase. 724-652-3438
http://www.lawrencecountyhabitat.orgFrosty Rails 2012
2/19/2012
10 am - 3 pm at Shenango Twp. VFD Social Hall, 2424 E. Washington St., New Castle, PA. Admission: $4 & children under 12 free. Bigger & Better. Featuring: all gauges trains, die cast cars & trucks, railfan items, parts & videos and operating layout. Great food available. Info or table reservations 724-342-0443, (cell) 724-866-4142 or email edwardfisher@verizon.net Sponsored by Beaver – Lawrence Railway Historical Society.
http://www.blrhs.orgAsh Wednesday Fish Fry
2/22/2012
11 am - 6 pm in the Parish Center of Mary, Mother of Hope Parish, corner of North & Beaver St. Cod sandwich, baked or fried cod dinners, homemade clam chowder and sides. Take out orders: 724-652-9013
Ash Wednesday Ecumenical Worship Service
2/22/2012
7:30 pm in Wallace Memorial Chapel at Westminster College. Free and open to the public. 724-946-7117
http://www.westminster.eduEve of Music
2/23/2012
7 - 8 pm at Ferrante Upholstering & Carpeting, 3384 State Route 18, Wampum. Musical entertainment TBA. Free and refreshments. 724-535-8866
http://www.ferranteinteriors.com"Beauty Queen of Leenane"
2/23/2012 - 2/26/2012
7:30 pm Thursday - Saturday, 2:30 pm Sunday in Beeghly Theater at Westminster College. Student production of Martin McDonagh's black comedy. Cost: $10/Adults & $7/Sr. Citizens. Reservations: 724-946-7241
http://www.westminster.edu/dramaCrisis Shelter 30th Anniversary Gala Auction
2/25/2012
6 - 10:30 pm at Scottish Rite Cathedral, 110 E Lincoln Ave., New Castle. Live & silent auctions, raffles, great dinner by Medures, and fun for all. Cost: $40 per person. Reservations: 724-652-9206 x 123
http://www.crisisshelter.orgSilk Screen Sewickley Documentary Film Series
2/25/2012
2 pm at Sewickley Academy. Screening of the documentary film "They Chose China" about American soldiers after the Korean War. Free and open to the public.
http://www.silkscreenfestival.org/calendar/day_view/day:25-2-2012
Submit Your Event!
For more information please contact the Lawrence County Welcome Center:
229 South Jefferson Street
New Castle PA 16101
Phone: 888-284-7599
Fax: 724-654-2044
info@visitlawrencecounty.com
