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4th of July, the Laurel Highlands Way

Thursday, July 2nd, 2009

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Celebrate the 4th of July with us in the Laurel Highlands! The weekend is packed full of fun events for the family to enjoy. If you’re looking for the best places to watch fireworks, we’ll give you the inside scoop!

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The Coolest Activities for Summer

Thursday, June 25th, 2009

Splash around Idlewild & SoakZone

The temperatures are turning up and staying in one spot is a sure way to stay hot. Get off the couch, hit the road and cool down in the Laurel Highlands. Most importantly, stay hydrated and drink plenty of water while enjoying these summer fun activities.

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Get a Preview of the Johnstown Children’s Museum

Thursday, June 11th, 2009

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Explore the new facilities in the Heritage Discovery Center on Sunday, June 14 with a free public preview event!

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Fallingwater Goes LEGO®

Wednesday, May 27th, 2009

Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater

Now, you too can build an architectural masterpiece! The LEGO Group is manufacturing the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection® LEGO Architecture sets, which includes Fallingwater.

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Boston Boasts Wright

Thursday, April 23rd, 2009

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Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater, Ohiopyle State Park, and Fort Necessity are just a few of the properties getting attention from the Boston Globe’s Anthony Flint. The mountains of the Laurel Highlands have visitors exploring the outdoors, unique museums, zoos and all kinds of unexpected attractions.

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New Deal Controversy Erupts through Somerset Mural

Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009

Alexander J. Kostellow’s vibrant Spring Planting (1941)

Explore national expression through the work of young artists during the Great Depression’s social revolution. Artistic masterpieces feature hardworking, ordinary citizens celebrating local industry, agriculture and history.

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Let’s Get Fishin’

Friday, April 17th, 2009

Fishing in the Laurel Highlands

Spring welcomes fishing season in the Laurel Highlands. Check out some of the latest catches in the region and share your own big fish stories.

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Cultural and Historic Sites

Monday, April 6th, 2009

Frank Lloyd Wright's Duncan House

Visit the region’s wonderful sites for history, arts and culture. Enjoy museums, architectural masterpieces, musical and theatrical performances, battle reenactments and war history.

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Laurel Highlands State Parks and Forests

Monday, April 6th, 2009

Youghiogheny River

There are activities for every season. Take advantage of rivers, hiking and biking trails, swimming areas, snowmobile and cross country skiing trails, fishing and hunting sites, birding areas and other natural wonders including waterfalls, rock formations and lush vegetation.

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Ligonier History and Country Charm

Monday, April 6th, 2009

Fort Ligonier

Historic Ligonier is a charming town that features over 60 unique shops and eateries that entice weary city dwellers to take a step back in time and enjoy the town.

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