From Kristie Marie... · Our family is honored to share that we will be hosting The First Annual Community Christmas Dinner on December 25th, 2025, at the Ridgway Fire Hall, in loving memory of our son, Joshua Reynolds. The holidays can be a difficult time, especially for those who may not have family nearby, a place to go, or someone to share the day with. In Joshua’s memory, we hope to create a space filled with warmth, kindness, and connection—reflecting the way he lived h

Discover Lab: Dates/Location/Times: December 8, 2025- Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library, 3:30pm-5:00pm (Grades 3-5) December 15, 2025- Bennett’s Valley Community Center, 6:00pm-7:00pm (Grades K-8) December 16, 2025- Boys and Girls Club of St. Marys, 4:00pm-5:00pm (Grades 3-5) December 22, 2025- Johnsonburg Community Center, 4:00pm-5:30pm (Grades 3-5) Description: Happy Holidays! Join us for the December 3Doodler Ornament Build! **No registration required** Questions? Con

Blue Jay Market, a monthly craft & vendor market, will be held Saturday, December 6th, 2025, from 10 am until 3 pm at the Bennetts Valley Community Center in Weedville. This event is open to the public and free to attend. Food and drinks will available for purchase. For more information, or for an application to become a vendor, please contact bluejaymarket@yahoo.com

) Join your friends and family and neighbors when the Penn Highlands DuBois Medical Staff hosts the social event of the season -- “A Winter’s Eve Celebration” -- on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at the DuBois Country Club. Proceeds will benefit Women’s Cancer Care. The festivities begin at 7:00 PM with a cocktail hour in the Comfort Suites Lobby. While supporting a vital cause, guests can enjoy dancing to music by Houserockers DJ which will take place from 8:00 PM to 11:30 PM.

The next Penn Highlands Blood Drive is Tuesday, December 2nd from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Donors Must: - Be at least 17 years old or 16 with parental consent - Weigh at least 110 pounds - No tattoo or piercings in past 3 months - Be in general good health and eat before donating - PHOTO ID REQUIRED

Join us for a Christmas Centerpiece Class with Joyce DeVallance from The Sugarcane Floral Design & Gifts December 16th & 17th, 6:00 p.m. at the JCT's Heritage Education & Welcome Center, 569 Market Street, Johnsonburg. Cost is $40 per person & class size is limited to 20 people per class. You can register in person at the HEWC during regular business hours: Tuesday 10am-1pm, Thursday 10am-1pm/5pm-8pm and Friday 10am-1pm or at the Sugarcane Floral Design & Gifts, 418 Center St

Holiday Dinner & Show! The Red Fern Event Center - Dec. 20th. Grace Notes Studio is ready to dazzle! Call 814-834-1910. $35. ✨

The 49th annual Conrad Reuscher Basketball tournament will be held at Elk County Catholic High School on January 3rd and 4th. The tournament is open to 8th grade boys and is a state qualifier tournament. Th event is sponsored by St. Marys Cavalier Basketball

The St. Marys Area Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for another magical community night! 𝑆𝑎𝑣𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝐷𝑎𝑡𝑒: 📅 Saturday, November 29, 2025 ⭐ Most activities kick off between 4:00–5:00 PM 🎉 The Parade leaves Depot Street at 6:30 PM—leading Santa right into town! Once the parade wraps up, Santa will be greeting families at The Boys & Girls Club for photos, smiles, and holiday cheer!

The annual Wreaths Across America Ceremony will be held on Saturday, December 13th at noon at the St. Marys Catholic Cemetary. You're invited to sponsor a veteran’s wreath in honor of or in memory of a loved one who served in our armed forces. Wreaths are $17.00 each. The deadline to purchase a Wreath is November 24th. Click To Download Wreath Application

31st Annual Emporium Christmas Benefit Dance, Saturday December 6th 7-? Live music from Good Juice 8-11pm! Free beer and free food! Christmas Auction prizes available the night of the event and the night before at the Emporium Fire Hall 4-8pm. Looking to donate? Message Sophie Fragale - 814.788.0807 or send us a message here! Cover $10 donation at the door! All proceeds benefit local Emporium families

St. Marys Catholic Middle School Christmas Play Friday, December 4, 2025 Time: TBA St. Leo Catholic School Christmas Play Friday, December 12, 2025 | 7 p.m. St. Leo Church Social Hall St. Marys Catholic Elementary School Lullabies for Baby Jesus Concert Kindergarten-5th Grade Wednesday, December 17, 2025 | 6 p.m. Queen of the World Church Free Admission ECC Holiday Band Concert Thursday, December 18, 2025 | 7 p.m. ECCHS Auditorium Grades 4-12 Free Admission

Saturday, November 15th ~ 2pm Turkey Talk Come and learn about the wild bird that Benjamin Franklin wanted to be our national symbol. Penn State Wildlife students will highlight the ecology and history of our favorite Thanksgiving Day bird. Sunday, November 16th ~ 2pm Elk Walk & Talk Join a staff member as we hike the trails around the Elk Country Visitor Center. Learn many interesting facts about the property and wildlife that often inhabit these fields. We will be covering

Project Gifts For Elk County will hold their annual Toy Distribution on Saturday, December 20th. 9a.m. - 10 a.m. - Johnsonburg at the Johnsonburg Municipal Building 11 a.m. to Noon - Ridgway at the Ridgway Area High School Cafeteria 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. - St. Marys at the Project Gifts For Elk County Location on Depot Street

The 4th annual Gingerbread 5K Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, December 13th at 10 a.m. The event is sponsored by the St. Marys Parks and Recreation. KICKOFF YOUR HOLIDAY SPIRIT BY HELPING US "BAKE UP" THE FOURTH ANNUAL GINGERBREAD 5K DASH FOR THE 2025 HOLIDAY SEASON! REGISTER HERE: https://runsignup.com/Race/PA/SaintMarys/Gingerbread5kDash (OR PICKUP A PAPER FORM INSIDE CITY HALL) REGISTRATIONS PLACED BY DECEMBER 1, 2025 WILL INCLUDE A RACE T-SHIRT. LOCATION: MEMORIAL PAR

Historical Society Annual Dinner will be held on Sunday, December 7 that the Dream View. Call 814-834-6525 or 814-335-4983. Make Your reservation by Nov 24 Dinner at The Dream View. 1:00 pm Sunday. The Historical Society will be Honoring Four Local Organizations that give back to St Marys , Crystal Fire Department, St Mary’s Rotary, United Way of St Marys, and Dutch Manufacturing. Come to the dinner to honor these organizations, celebrate the Birthday of St Marys, and e

Mark your Calendar for WEDNESDAY, December 3, 2025 at 7:00pm. the SMAHS Music Department presents their Holiday Concert. Free and Open to students, parents, and the public. Sing along and enjoy Holiday music to begin your December!

The annual Ridgway Cheer Tour will be held on Friday, December 5th from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tickets for the event are available in-person on online.

Do you have a loved one who has a tendency to wander? Project Lifesaver's mission is to use state of the art technology in assisting those who care for persons with Alzheimer's, dementia, autism, down syndrome and other cognitive conditions which may lead to wandering. Life and Independence for Today works in collaboration with the Elk County sheriff's Office and Elkland Search and Rescue to provide this program to the residents of Elk County. Project Lifesaver clients are fi