Saturday, July 4 at 300pm - ‘A Walk Through the Forest Cathedral’ Please meet at the Log Cabin Inn Environmental Learning Classroom for an interpretive hike into the Forest Cathedral, a registered National Natural Landmark. Learn how to identify old growth forest characteristics, and observe different types of environmental disturbance that are an integral part of old growth forest ecosystems. (2 hrs)
July 12,2026 https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/event/womens-hiking-series Come Nurture your Mental and Physical health during a Sunday evening hike. We will meet at the Ridge Camp Pavilion, in Cook Forest State Park. (Across from the entrance to the Firepower on Rt. 36) Moderate Level Hiking with some rough terrain and a few hills (Not a paved level path). Approximately 2 hours long. Open to all women ages 14 and up. Dogs on a leash. Rain or Shine! Weather permitting and pending interest of the group, we will branch off into two groups. One group will venture onto a more rigorous path while the other group will continue on a path to relax and enjoy being in nature. For more information please contact Meredith at: reinhartmeredith24@gmail.com or (814) 319-4621
Brookville Chamber’s Eggs & Issues Offers Insight into Regional Growth & Opportunity Coffee, conversation, and community impact are all on the menu as the Brookville Area Chamber of Commerce welcomes the community to its next Eggs & Issues breakfast on Tuesday, July 14 at 7:30 a.m. at Drip Coffeehouse + Kitchen. Designed to spark conversation and connect people with the organizations shaping our region, Eggs & Issues is one of the Chamber’s most engaging quarterly networking events. Open to everyone — including business owners, professionals, community leaders, entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and residents — the morning offers a unique opportunity to build connections, gain valuable insight, and stay informed on the resources and initiatives driving growth across our communities. This event’s featured presenters are the PennWest Clarion Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and the North Central Planning & Development Commission (NCPDC). These two organizations play a major role behind the scenes in business support, economic development, entrepreneurship, workforce initiatives, funding opportunities, and long-term community growth throughout the region. Attendees will gain insight into the programs, resources, and initiatives helping local businesses and communities. The event will be held July 14 at 7:30 a.m. at Drip Coffeehouse + Kitchen. Cost to attend is $15 for Chamber members and $20 for non-members. Everyone is encouraged to attend. For more information, contact the Brookville Chamber at (814) 849-8448 or director@brookvillechamber.com, or visit BrookvilleChamber.com for more details.
Future Expositions: The Plan Each year our Spring Exposition features a particular engine. Here are the featured engines for upcoming years of Expositions. June 18, 19, and 20, 2026 - Hot Air Engines of the World This Exposition will feature the hot air (Stirling) engines, fans, and numerous past and present thermal operated toys and models from across the globe! The museum currently showcases several of these unique and interesting operating machines and a record number are expected to show up for the show. Our chairman for this event is well known and respected for his knowledge of these engines, and their past, present, and future value to mankind. Exposition Chairman: Dr. Brent Rowell June 17, 18, and 19, 2027 - Crossley Bros. and other English Engines The focus of this event will showcase these uniquely designed engines. They have become popular with collectors and engine enthusiasts here in the states and abroad. The museum showcases of these engines. We look forward to seeing these engines for the Exposition! Our knowledgeable chairman promises a great Exposition! Exposition Chairman: Wayne Grenning June 15, 16, and 17, 2028 - Diesel, Air Blast & Oil Engines This event will showcase our new “Diesel Centrale CPM” building with the M.A.N. Diesel, the Graz Diesel, and the Benz Diesel engines. The museum also has an extensive display of Oil Engines in the “Power Technology Building Annex” building. Exposition Chairman: Mike Murphy June 14, 15, and 16, 2029 - The “Otto” Gas and Gasoline Engines This event will showcase the famous Otto Gas and Gasoline Engine Company of Philadelphia, PA. Founded as Schleicher, Schumm & Co. in 1876 by its German parent company, the firm later became Otto Gas Engine Works in honor of the founder and father of our modern four-cycle engine, Dr. Nicholas Otto. Exposition Chairman: Chris Epping June 13, 14, and 15, 2030 - John Deere, Root & VanDervoort, & Waterloo Boy This event will feature the John Deere, R & V, and the Waterloo Boy gas engines. There should be many of these high-quality engines for the Exposition Show. Exposition Co-Chairman: Peter Knight and Rie Fulk
2nd Annual Jake Popson Memorial Bow Shoot Join us for a day of archery, community, and remembrance! Whether you're a seasoned archer or just looking for a great day outdoors, the Jake Popson Memorial Bow Shoot offers a unique experience for everyone. This event honors Jake’s legacy with a day of friendly competition on a scenic 30-target 3-D course, complete with quirky challenges and precision novelty shoots. Event Details: When: Saturday, July 18, 2026 Time: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Scorecards due by 2:00 PM) Where: 769 Smail Road, Corsica, PA Food: Complimentary meal for all registered shooters (12:00 PM – 3:00 PM) Highlights & Challenges: 3-D Course: 30 targets set through beautiful, scenic terrain. Iron Target Challenge: A high-stakes elimination shoot at 2:30 PM for a chance to win prizes. Novelty Shoots: Test your skills with the Inside Out and Rat Trap challenges. Auction & Prizes: Participate in the Chinese Auction and various archery raffles. Registration: Pre-register online to secure an exclusive event T-shirt, or register on-site the day of the event for $30. Please note that this is a hunter stake course—traditional and compound bows only (no crossbows or competition bows). All proceeds benefit the Jake Popson Memorial. Bring your bow, your friends, and your competitive spirit! Click here to register and view full event details
At Coolspring Power Museum Coolspring Power Museum is hosting "History Day" from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be volunteers throughout the museum buildings and grounds to give presentations on the history of many engines in the museum along with the history of the museum itself. They will explain when and where the engines were built and what they were used for. A brief description will be given on how the engines operate and why each manufacturer made his a little different than others. Many engines will be running throughout the day, with a scheduled start-up for the larger engines. Engineers will explain how they start an engine and answer any questions you might have. History Day will give you the opportunity to have a personal tour of the museum and the freedom to do so at your own pace. Volunteers will be on hand to show you why the Coolspring Power Museum has the finest antique engine collection in the world. The gift shop will be open all day for any souvenirs or apparel you might be interested in. Restroom facilities that are wheelchair accessible are available and there are plenty of benches throughout the grounds for taking a break. A food vendor will be on-site if you wish to purchase lunch or refreshments. All parking is free. Admission for the event is $12. Information regarding the event is available by calling the museum at 814-849-6883 or by calling Stewart McKinley at 814-316-1794 between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. Eastern Time. Your admission includes presentations and tours. History Day events are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
