Archive for June, 2009
Thunder in the Valley
Published Saturday, June 20th, 2009
In Johnstown, it’s the beginning of the one of the best weeks of the summer. It starts this weekend with a trickle of bikes blending into the local motorcycle population. By mid-week the city will be experiencing a steady stream of two-wheeled vehicles flowing through its streets. They come from all across the country, riders of every ilk answering a common call: participation in what has become known as one of the best motorcycle rallies of the year.
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Learning to Fly
Published Friday, June 12th, 2009
With the summertime skies over Johnstown streaked with the contrails of passing airplanes, it’s nice to think of children lying in the grass, eyes fixed upward and heads filled with daydreams of cutting the clouds at the helm of an airliner.
While most of us can relate to these fantasies, many adults may at first glance consider piloting an aircraft to be a hobby for the well-to-do. The truth is, you can find yourself in control of a Piper Cherokee 140 for as little as $69.00.
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Johnstown Heritage Discovery Center
Published Thursday, June 4th, 2009
Photograph courtesy of the Johnstown Area Heritage Association
When it comes to things to do in the Johnstown area, few attractions can match up to what the Heritage Discovery Center has to offer. The facility, located on Broad Street in the City’s West End, houses interactive exhibits, galleries, a café and a social club. Just in time for summer the Johnstown Area Heritage Association (JAHA) has unveiled two new exhibitions—The Johnstown Children’s Museum and “The Mystery of Steel”, a short film providing insight into the role of the city of Johnstown in the steel making industry.
As it’s the jewel in your own backyard that is frequently overlooked for no other reason than its close proximity, the Heritage Discovery Center is holding a free preview of the new facilities.
