Archive for the ‘Sports & Leisure’ Category
Johnstown Inclined Plane and City View Restaurant
Published Friday, January 20th, 2012
A signature of Johnstown’s landscape for many years has been the Inclined Plane. Originally built for commuters after the 1889 flood, the world’s steepest vehicular incline still offers transportation to local residents, but now offers itself as a destination for visitors and locals alike. Whether you’re looking for a bit of history, a pleasant view or something to eat, a trip to the top of the Incline is a great way to spend part of your day in town. (more…)
Laurel Highlands Garlic Festival
Published Friday, August 12th, 2011
When it comes to food festivals in our area, there are plenty of options throughout the year, but none may be as unique as the Laurel Highlands Annual Garlic Festival. This year will be the second incarnation of the festival, which takes place at Faranda’s Farm in Hollsopple, PA.
Johnstown BMX
Published Thursday, July 21st, 2011
Photograph courtesy of Rob Marhefka
For many people, summer time is a great time to relax, enjoy the beautiful weather, and have a great time outdoors with friends and family. Johnstown BMX is a great place to do just that. Nestled in the hillside, minutes from downtown Johnstown, lies a place where people of all ages can come together and enjoy the sport of BMX racing.
Miners’ Memorial Day Festival
Published Thursday, June 2nd, 2011
Photograph courtesy of Eureka Coal Heritage Foundation
While our nation’s Memorial Day has passed by, our region will be remembering the working class heroes of the coal industry in Windber this month during the 12th annual Miners’ Memorial Day Festival. The event will take place Fathers’ Day weekend (Friday, June 17 through Sunday, June 19) in downtown Windber. (more…)
Johnstown Community Event
Published Monday, April 25th, 2011
Memorial Day has always been a great day for family gatherings, enjoying the springtime weather, and, of course, remembering our fallen military men and women. This year, your family can join in on a larger celebration during the annual Johnstown Community Event, which will take place on Memorial Day – Monday, May 30th – at Sandyvale Memorial Gardens and Dog Park in Hornerstown.
This is the third year for the event, which has grown in size with each year. Activities have also been expanded this year, including a morning Memorial Day ceremony featuring guest speaker U.S. Army Lt. Col. James E. White, Jr. and U.S. Army Command Exhibition Parachute Team, “The Silver Wings”. (more…)
Rock Run Recreation
Published Friday, March 25th, 2011
The Johnstown area, with its abundance of hills and acres of forests, provides the perfect landscape for off-road riding. Whether your ride of choice is an ATV, UTV, or a dirt bike, Rock Run Recreation is sure to have a trail that will both entertain and challenge you.
Set atop the Allegheny Mountains in rural Patton, Pennsylvania, Rock Run Recreation is just over a 30 mile drive from Johnstown. Their 70 miles of trails are sure to provide hours of fun for any off-roader, no matter what your skill-level. With warm weather moving in, now is the perfect time to hit the trails and welcome in a new season of riding.
Christmas at the Russell House
Published Friday, December 10th, 2010
Johnstown’s historic Russell House, the landmark property in the city’s Moxham neighborhood, will hold its annual Christmas event beginning tomorrow, Saturday, December 11, 2010 and continuing on Sunday, December 12, 2010.
Each year the Moxham Renaissance community group helps Johnstown kick off the Christmas season with a two-day holiday event. “People have told me that this gets them started for Christmas,” said Eileen DiBartola, Chairperson for this year’s celebration.
Night of Rock, Rhythm and Blues
Published Friday, November 19th, 2010
With friends and family coming to town for the Thanksgiving holiday, those in-the-know will tell you that the best way to kick off the weekend is with the Night of Rock, Rhythm and Blues. This annual event, held at the Ace’s Lounge (click here for a map to 318 Chestnut Street, Johntown, PA) this Wednesday, November 24th, 2010 from 6:30PM until 1:00AM, serves up the two things everyone’s looking for when celebrating with their friends—great music and food.
This year’s line-up features the Jimmy Adler Band, an outstanding guitar-centric blues band that hails from Pittsburgh, PA. The band is led by Jimmy Adler, whose career has included playing in The Billy Price Band and Jill West and the Blues Attack.
Madrigal Christmas Feaste
Published Wednesday, November 10th, 2010
When you hear of a traditional Christmas feast, you may picture a Dickens-esque Victorian gathering. Everyone dressed neatly and quietly dining at a neatly set table. At Mount Aloysius College, they take the tradition back a few (hundred) years to a rowdier era: the Middle Ages.
Scuba Diving Class
Published Friday, August 6th, 2010
You might be surprised with some of the things you can find to do in the Johnstown, PA region. Take water sports for example, where most people will quickly think of swimming, boating and the like. However, scuba classes are available that not only introduce students to the experience, but also provide a structured means to obtain a full scuba diver certification.
