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Holiday Happeningsin Indiana County, Pennsylvania

Lucy Donnelly Holiday Festival and Parade Kickoff Event Friday, November 16th

Philadelphia Street, Downtown Indiana“It’s A Wonderful Life” Movie • Indiana Theater, 637 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA4:30 PM: Free admission to movie!The Jimmy Stewart Museum • 835 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA5:00 PM — 7:00 PM: Under the museum canopy, their staff will distribute free BOGO passes for the museum and the Alliance Church will once again have their delicious free goodies. The museum will be closed so that everyone can enjoy all of the outdoor activities. Holiday Family Activities • IRMC Park, located at North 7th Street & Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA5:00 PM — 7:00 PM: Roasting Marshmallows - Hot Chocolate - Kettle Corn - Crafts - Music - Hayrides - Eat’n Park Smiley giving out cookies - Indiana Junior High School Spirit Band at 6:00 PM. Lucy Donnelly Holiday Parade • Starts at 11th Street and ends at 5th Street, Indiana, PA7:00 PM: Holiday parade featuring area groups, bands and organizations.Tree Lighting • IRMC Park, located at North 7th Street & Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PAAfter the parade, watch with excitement the lighting of a 30-foot LIVE tree, donated by local tree grower Ron Mancabelli.Visit with Santa • Throughout IRMC Park, located at North 7th Street & Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PASanta will mingle with guests after the parade.Additional Activities Happening Throughout the Night: S&T Bank will be serving fresh popcorn and distributing glow necklaces. Diamond Drug will be giving away free hotdogs.

It’s The... It’s The...First Commonwealth Bank“It’s A Wonderful Life” Festival

Weekends November 17th through December 16th

IRMC Park, located at North 7th St. & Philadelphia St., Indiana, PAActivities Occurring Each Weekend: See a 30-foot LIVE Christmas tree and magnificent Christmas light displays, dine at local restaurants and shop for those on your Christmas list at specialty shops during extended hours.Activities Occurring Each Saturday: Visit with Santa (Noon - 5 PM), enjoy special holiday treats and listen to delightful holiday music provided by local schools, churches & instrumental groups (Performing Noon - 5 PM). Also, enjoy Santa’s wooden village in IRMC Park offering various items and collectables from non-profits and community organizations.Activities Occurring Each Sunday: Merry Matinees at 2 PMMerry Matinees

Sundays November 18th - December 16th

All showings at Indiana Theater, 637 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PAConcessions available. All movies begin at 2 PM. Free Admission.11/18 Disney’s “Prep & Landing” and “Prep & Landing: Naughty vs. Nice” 11/25 “The Year Without a 12/2 “Elf” 12/9 “The Santa Clause” 12/16 “The Muppet Christmas Carol” www.DowntownIndiana.org

www.WonderfulLifeFestival.com“It’s A Wonderful Life” Festival Proudly Supported By:

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INDIANA COUNTYCENTER FOR ECONOMIC OPERATIONS

Affiliates: www.indianacountyceo.com

Merry Matinees are courtesy of Downtown Indianaand in partnership with Indiana County YMCA

Flyer Design Courtesy of: Indiana County Tourist Bureau. Printing of Flyer Courtesy of: Indiana Gazette & Gazette Printers

Jimmy Stewart Museum Presents: “It’s A Wonderful Life” Movie & Holiday DisplayEveryday, November 17th - December 30th

Jimmy Stewart Museum • 835 Philadelphia St., Indiana, PA1:00 PM: Enjoy the holiday movie favorite in the vintage movie theatre featuring a state-of-the-art sound system and also see the annual display of Stewart-themed Christmas Trees in the museum. Regular museum admission.

Holiday Wheels and Thrills: A Model Train DisplayExhibit Runs Select Dates November 10th - December 16th

University Museum • Sutton Hall Room 111, IUP, 1011 South Drive, Indiana, PA 15705This creative exhibit will include a variety of modeltrain displays, a holiday quilt display, antique toys, decorated trees and more. Donations accepted for Teddy Bear Fund Drive.

Small Business SaturdaySaturday, November 24th

Weekend includes Small Business Saturday where your downtown purchases earn you “Downtown Dollars” from participating merchants, which can be spent through the end of the year. Sample “Wonderful Life-themed” specials in Downtown restaurants and taverns.

Trees for Troops DaySaturday, December 1st

Fleming’s Christmas Tree Farms • 1803 Fleming Road, Indiana, PA9:00 AM — 5:00 PM: Come join us as we say “Thank You” to all our active duty men and women serving our country. Join us on Saturday when you will be able to purchase a tree individually or contribute towards the purchase of a tree. Come and enjoy many activities including a concession stand, horse-drawn wagon rides, kids activities, visit from Santa, picture opportunities, face painting and live entertainment. If you are unable to attend that day, you can still contribute to this great cause by contacting Fleming’s Christmas Tree Farm at 724.463.0570. Special tree price for this at Fleming’s is $25.00 for a 6’ Christmas tree.

Quota International of Indiana, PA’s “Christmas Home Tour”Saturday, December 1st

Self-Guided Tour in Downtown Indiana • Distinctive Homes in Downtown Indiana, PAHomes will showcase festive holiday decorations. Registration is from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Jimmy Stewart Museum. While at the Museum, browse and enjoy the gift shop. Get map of locations upon registration. Tour held from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Tickets will be sold in advance. The cost is $25.00. The tickets will be sold at ICTB, Helwig Insurance Agency and online at www.indypaquota.org. Another sellout is anticipated this year with only 350 tickets available. Contact Dawn McCracken at 724-599-7451 or Shannon McGinnis-Rowe at 724-549-1685.

Holiday Cornhole TournamentSaturdays - December 1st and December 8th

IRMC Park • Located at North 7th Street & Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA1:00 PM: Families and kids welcome. Event is co-sponsored by Children’s Advisory Commission of Indiana County.

Indiana Players Present: “A Christmas Story”December 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th at 7:30 PM; December 9th and 16th at 2:30 PM

Philadelphia Street Playhouse • 725 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA Don’t miss this favorite holiday classic, Humorist Jean Shepherd’s memoir, performed live. For tickets, call: 724-464-0725.

Historical Society Holiday Open House: Holiday Choral Music & Historic Band PerformanceFriday, December 14th

Silas M. Clark House • South 6th Street, Indiana, PA 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM: The Clark House will be decorated by the Evergreen Garden Club in a Victorian Christmas fashion and Holiday refreshments will be served. Starting at 7:00 PM, guests will hear performances by the IHS Madrigal Singers, the IJHS Vocal Ensemble, and the IUP Community Choir, all under the direction of Scott Salser. At 7:30 PM, the Indiana Brass Band, under the direction of B.J. Pino, will play 1850’s era Christmas music on 1850’s era brass instruments. No admission charge. Everybody welcome.

“Feel The Love” - Celebrating B.E. Taylor ChristmasSunday, December 16th

Kovalchick Convention & Athletic Complex • 11 Pratt Drive, Indiana, PA 157057:00 PM: This fun-filled night of music and entertainment for the entire family is presented by S&T Bank and will benefit Renda Broadcasting’s 39th annual Teddy Bear Fund Drive. For tickets: 724-357-5222 or www.kovalchickcomplex.com

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