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Good morning, 🫎 Neighbor!

Everyone hates not knowing what there is to do. Enter What’s Up Elk, your new go-to source for the best things to do in your own backyard, sent directly to your email inbox every Sunday morning at 10 AM.

In today’s newsletter:

• Tribal Yoga is BACK for the fall 🧘‍♂️🍁

• Straub is hosting Line Dancing Lessons 🤠

• Farmer’s Markets are in full swing 🧑‍🌾

Let’s get to it.

-Kathleen

🧘 TRIBAL YOGA with Julie Lang is back again this fall! — both for the kiddos AND adults. Classes start October 2 and will happen every Wednesday through November 13. Heads up: the adult class is currently waitlisted and spots for the kids session are going fast so HURRY if you’re interested! Pre-registration and payment are required for these very popular classes!

The Studio above Elk Co. Real Estate | Kids (Ages 8-13): 4:30-5:30 PM (7 Week Session is $70) CLICK HERE for more information | Adults: 6:00-7:30 PM (7 Week Session/90 minutes is $80) CLICK HERE for more information. — 39 N. St. Marys Street, St. Marys

🍷Have you heard about the 2024 WINE BEER & SHINE POUR TOUR? It’s happening now through November 30. A total of 18 wineries, breweries and distilleries are participating and there are big prizes on the table. CLICK HERE for more information.

🏈 Just a head’s up — SMASD is now selling its 2024-2025 ATHLETICS SEASON PASSES. Call 814-781-2101 or email [email protected] to get yours today!

🎹 Support music education AND upgrade your home’s curb appeal — all in one fell swoop. The ECCHS MUSIC BOOSTERS are selling 9” potted mums for $12. Call Laura Wingard at 814-335-5476 for more information.

SUNDAY (8/18)

🤠 LEARN HOW TO LINE DANCE: It’s time to dust off your cowboy boots, ladies and gentlemen - The ‘90s are back at the Straub Brewery Tap Room this weekend and it’s time to line dance. Don’t remember how to or never learned? No problem. They’re gonna teach us. The fun happens between 11 AM-1 PM. I can hear it now… 🎶Boot Scootin’ Boogie🎶 (Such a great song…) — 444 Brusselles Street, St. Marys 

 🐾 THE CREATIVE PUP FUNDRAISER You shouldn’t judge a fundraiser on its name alone, but I think The Creative Cup should at least get bonus points for this one! Bring your furry friends to the Elk County Courthouse lawn between 12-2 PM for a day of fun with proceeds going to Ridgway Animal Haven and other pets in need. — 250 Main Street, Ridgway

MONDAY (8/19)

✨ Grab your mat and crystals and head out to the Memorial Park Tennis Courts in St. Marys from 7-8 PM for FULL “BLUE” MOON YOGA IN THE PARK. RSVP Required. There is a $10 fee.

TUESDAY (8/20)

🩷 Dainty Lane Permanent Jewelry is having a POP UP PARTY at The Flower Bar from 4-6 PM. Choose from a wide variety of jewelry, chain and charm options to make a one-of-a-kind piece of permanent jewelry. Jenna will also have her custom hat bar set up! — 167 Main Street, Ridgway

🚴‍♂️ Mudbeard’s Bikes and Boards is inviting everyone out (all skill levels are welcome!) for a GROUP RIDE at 5:30 PM. If you’d like to join in, meet them at their shop. — 152 Main Street, Ridgway

WEDNESDAY (8/21)

🥂 🚌 After you get your little ones onto the school bus for their first day back, grab your bestie and head to The Winery at Wilcox for BACK TO SCHOOL MIMOSAS AND BREAKFAST, served between 8-11 AM — 202 US 219, Wilcox

🚨Permission to Play! 🎨 ECCOTA is hosting CHALK THE WALK as part of their Art After Hours program. Come down from 5-8 PM for a little fun! It’s FREE to attend! — 237 Main Street, Ridgway

🔥 Feel the burn with a YOGA HEAT CLASS offered in the Studio above Elk County Real Estate in St. Marys from 6:30-7:30 PM. There is a $10 fee. Make sure to bring your own water and a sweat 💦 towel! — 39 N. St. Marys Street, St. Marys

THURSDAY (8/22)

👨‍🎨 Unleash your creative side at the ST. MARYS PUBLIC LIBRARY this afternoon: 🧶 Knitters (and crocheters) unite! Bring your project to the library at 1 PM for a chance to talk to others about what you are currently working on. 🖼️ Janet VanEereden will be providing watercolor instruction for adults and high school students starting at 5 PM. There is no cost and all supplies are provided. — 127 Center Street, St. Marys

⭐️ You can make your own CUSTOM WINE BOTTLE WIND CHIME at Buddy Boy Winery at 5 PM. $30 includes all of the supplies for the wind chime AND a wine tasting. Space is limited. To sign up, call 717-304-3179. — 19 N. Broad Street, Ridgway

🍻Don’t you think that you should get rewarded for all of the useless information that you’ve collected over the years? Good news. Straub Brewery Tap Room is hosting a TRIVIA NIGHT from 6-8 PM and is giving prizes away for 1st, 2nd and 3rd prize. Seating is limited. Set up a team of 2-5 people now and text Bekka to secure your spot: 814-512-8188. — 444 Brusselles Street, St. Marys 

SATURDAY (8/24)

🥏 The Saint Marys Disc Golf Association is hosting a TOURNAMENT at 8:30 AM at the St. Marys High School. Click here to register.

🍄‍🟫 🌿 Explore the beauty of nature at the 2024 ELK COUNTY FLORA FUNGA FESTIVAL at Twin Lakes Recreation Area. It starts at 9 AM and promises a day of exciting activities and workshops centered around all things plant and fungi. — Wilcox

🌸 The Flower Bar is hosting a WILDFLOWER ARRANGING WORKSHOP at 11 AM. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this workshop is perfect for anyone looking to learn new skills and have a fun, hands-on experience. Spaces are limited. Reserve your spot here. — 167 Main Street, Ridgway

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Sunday (8/18)

Wildwoods Bar and Grill | Cousin Eddie Joe | 3-7 PM

The Summit Lodge & Grill | Matt Day | 4-7 PM

The Dam Inn | JB Unplugged | 4:30-7:30 PM

Tuesday (8/20)

Ridgway Farmer’s Market | Matt Silvia | 3:30-6 PM

Wednesday (8/21)

The Creative Cup | Open Mic Night | 5-8 PM

Thursday (8/22)

Wildwoods Bar and Grill | JB Unplugged | 5-8 PM

Saturday (8/24)

The Winery at Wilcox | Jim Ronan | 2-5 PM

Ridgway Mills Campground | 🎸Teen Rock Fest🤘 | 4 PM

Straub Tap Room | Driveby Serenade | 6-9 PM

Wildwoods Bar and Grill (Outdoor Stage) | Billy & the Neptunes | 7-10 PM

Flora Funga Festival @ Twin Lakes Recreation Area | Dagus Dan | 8-11 PM

🐔Do you dream of becoming a homesteader one day? If so, you might want to think about taking Big Maple Family Farm’s class on how to PROCESS YOUR OWN CHICKEN on September 21 at 9 AM. Adults and children are both welcome. The cost is $175/person or $225/couple. Call Amanda to register: 814-335-0804 — 877 Long Level Road, Ridgway 

🌻There’s something about driving past a sunflower field that makes you want to jump out of your car and take photos of your family next to it. In case you haven’t seen one this fall yet, Big Maple Family Farm is inviting you to use theirs for just $5 — they just ask that you call to schedule ahead of time: 814-335-0804.

👧 Bring your little (ages birth through 5) to the St. Marys Public Library at 10 AM on Monday (8/19) for tons of fun including STORYTIME, a craft, songs and a snack. Time is provided before and after storytime for children to play with other children. — 127 Center Street, St. Marys

Farmer’s Markets are in full swing! Luckily for you, there are a few in the area to choose from that are full of homegrown and homemade products.

Ridgway Farmer’s Market: Tuesday, August 20 from 3:30-6 PM at the Ridgway Mills Campsites. 💡FYI: Vendors set up under a permanent awning so there’s no need to worry if there’s less-than-ideal weather ⛈️ This week will feature live music from Matt Silvia and a paint-along activity with Julie Mader using her sunflower watercolor kits ($20, includes all materials and instruction). — 260 West Main Street, Ridgway, PA 

Johnsonburg Farmer’s Market: Wednesday, August 21 from 4-6 PM — 569 Market Street, Johnsonburg

St. Marys Farmer’s Market: Saturday, August 24 from 9-11 AM — Market Street Parking Lot (near Gunners and the bell tower)

Did you know? The elk’s bugle, a sound heard in the fall, can be heard from up to a mile away during mating season. 🫎

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