Trips

It is a flat, asphalt trail running along the Allegheny River. We’ll meet at the Parking Lot, Beginning of Allegheny River Trail and Samuel Justus Trail in Franklin, PA.

This class will meet in local area restaurants, coffee shops, etc. for munchies and lively conversations. Locations will include nearby towns like Slippery Rock, Butler, Grove City and other local areas voted on by participants. Cue cards, created by participants will lead discussion topics. Example Talk about gardening, Share a family tradition, Discuss an activity you enjoy, Tell us about the ILR classes you are taking. Then time for chit-chat. Participants pay for their munchies. Join us and make new friends! Carpooling arranged by participants.

Hundreds of Halloween Ceramics ready to paint. A witch? Pumpkin all lit up? Black Cat? Each ceramic is priced. One cost does it all: paint and firing. From $10 to $100. We’ll meet at Steele's Ceramics, located at1631 N. Main St. Ext. Butler.

Don’t miss the chance to visit the vintage miniature circus at the Butler Eagle. The Jay Bee Miniature Circus, which includes scale-modeled acts from Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, was created by Jimmy Bashline of Butler. The miniatures took Bashline about 30 years to create. It includes a trolley, hand-carved figures, wagons, menagerie, a sideshow, food tent, train yard and circus parade. We will also have a chance to see some videos about the circus and the man who created it. We will meet at the Butler Eagle Production Center at 514 W. Wayne St, Butler, PA. $5 cash donation at the gate.

Join the Park Naturalist to view the lake during peak time for leaf change. Rides will go out of Jamestown Marina unless otherwise noted. Dress for the Weather. Ride times will start at 9:30 AM and end at 3:00 PM. There will be a maximum 6 riders limit per tour. We’ll meet at Jamestown Marina, located at 2660 Williamsfield Road, Jamestown, PA

Experience the extraordinary transformation occurring in the fall forest community on this walk with the Jennings staff. Autumn is a time of incredible abundance and activity. Trees are laden with nuts, birds migrate through skies of magnificent blue, and the forest is bathed in a spectacular display of color. More than just familiar signs of fall, these are actually critical changes taking place in preparation for the coming winter. We’ll meet at Jennings Environmental Education Center Classroom, located within the park office building, woodland trails side (south side of 528/Prospect Road). Uneven, rocky terrain.

This tour in Butler will tour the YMCA, Butler Tanglewood Senior Center and Planet Fitness. Did you know that some of these programs are free with various insurances that offer Silver Sneakers or Renuit programs? Senior Centers are free and there is also a Senior Center in Slippery Rock. There is a YMCA in Grove City. The good news is that these programs can help you stay physically and emotionally fit and are offered at various hours of the day and year long, so you can participate in their activities without it conflicting with classes with ILR. Start at YMCA, go to Senior Center for a couple hours to participate in an activity and lunch (suggested donation for lunch is $2.50) then head up to Planet Fitness. Carpooling arranged by participants.

Join Megan McDowell, the park educator, for a relaxing morning kayaking Lake Wilhelm at Maurice K. Goddard State Park. After an introduction on paddling basics, we will test out your paddle strokes along the shoreline of the lake. Kayaking is a great recreational activity to enjoy the water and see the park from a different perspective. It also provides a unique way to watch wildlife. Space is limited. All gear will be provided, however if you have your own kayak, please let Megan know at egmcdowel@pa.gov. The meeting location will be Boat Launch No. 3, Maurice K. Goddard State Park. Uneven, rocky terrain.

History of the Madjarics home and a 2 mile hike. We’ll meet at 145 Thunder Mountain Lane Portersville Pa. Uneven, rocky terrain – please wear proper shoes.

Join the ILR for our Holiday Luncheon featuring a catered meal and pot luck appetizers and dessert. The event will be held at Community Park Recreation Center, 320 N Main St., Slippery Rock, PA. The deadline for paying the fee is Nov. 15.

We'll meet at different places for an ethnic diverse culinary experience. Everyone pays for themselves. Carpooling available. Destinations will be emailed to the participants.

Join Carmen, President of VisitMercerCountyPA for a guided tour of the Avenue of 444 Flags and War on Terror Memorial. Visit Kraynak's Santa's Christmasland, and Buhl Farm Park. We’ll meet at 2619 E State St., Hermitage, PA 16148.

An adulterous double feature not performed together at Pittsburgh Opera since 1996! Jealousy, two-timing, revenge, love & hate unite these back-to-back tragedies, where possessiveness, machismo & rage fuel their bloody conclusions. Antony Walker Conducts; Daniel Rigazzi directs.

Cavalleria Rusticana-On Easter Sunday, Alfio discovers his wife Lola has rekindled her old romance with Turiddu. Music by Pietro Mascagni & Libretto by Guido Menasci & Giovanni Targioni-Tozetti.

Pagliacci-Just before a performance of his traveling circus group, clown Canio discovers the infidelity of his wife Nedda. Music & libretto by Ruggero Leoncavallo. We’ll meet at the Fowler Building Parking Lot for carpooling at 11:00. If no ride needed, meet at the Benedum Center in Pittsburgh.

When painter Cavaradossi, Gloria Tosca's lover, decides to harbor a fugitive of the law, he makes himself and Tosca a target of the corrupt Police Chief, Baron Scarpia. Now Tosca must free Cavaradossi & herself from Scarpia's clutches by making a horrific bargain with consequences for all. Puccini's political thriller packs high romance, dark motives, love, betrayal, murder & intrigue in a plot that unfolds over 24 hours. You'll see why TOSCA is one of the most powerful operas ever. Anthony Walker conducts. Tara Faircloth directs. We’ll meet at the Fowler Building Parking Lot for carpooling at 11:00. If no ride needed, meet at the Benedum Center in Pittsburgh.

This class will introduce participants to the popular sport of pickleball! The instructor will go over the basics of Pickleball play, scoring, and strategies. The course will be conducted at the tennis/pickleball courts located on Keister Road. Participants should come dressed to play wearing athletic apparel and shoes. Paddles and balls will be provided. In the event of inclement weather, the class will be conducted in the Aebersold Student Recreation Center.