Johnstown Insider – Weekend September 11–14, 2025

Hello Johnstown! While today gives us a chance to honor first responders and 9/11 heroes, the rest of the weekend is full of concerts, markets, and community festivals to enjoy.

⚡ Reckless Ram: Nate Pugh ⚡
In Richland’s win over Westmont, Nate Pugh was a force on defense. He racked up 6 solo tackles, 5 assists, 2 tackles for loss, and a sack, anchoring a defense that delivered its first shutout since last September. A true Reckless Ram effort that set the tone for a statement victory. 🐏🔥

9/11 Never Forget Run – Flight 93 Memorial (9.11 Miles) – Commemorative run from the visitor center honoring Flight 93.

Corks & Cocktails: Charity Wine Auction – Peoples Natural Gas Park – Premium wines, bourbon cocktails & farm-to-table menu.

9/11 Stair Climb Honoring First Responders – 1st Summit Arena – 2,200 steps to honor fallen and current first responders.

AUCP No Clue! Murder Mystery Dinner – Masonic Temple – Interactive dinner show fundraiser with a twist.

Cozy Fall Cookie Decorating Class – Moonshine Mine Saloon – Fall-themed cookie decorating workshop.

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8:45 AM – 9/11 Never Forget Run – Flight 93 Memorial (Stoystown) – 9.11-mile remembrance run starting at the Flight 93 Memorial Visitor Center, finishing at Shanksville Fire Station. Honors Flight 93 and supports the firehouse.

8:30 AM – Supported Stretch & Balance with Adriann White – Bottle Works (Johnstown) – Morning yoga to improve flexibility, balance, and stress relief.

8:30 AM - Sporting Clays Benefit Shoot – Buffer Creek Sporting Clays 100-clay shoot benefiting Camp PARC, with continental breakfast, prime rib lunch, and prizes. All skill levels welcome.

9:00 AM – Morning in Bloom at Dickert Farms (Mineral Point) – U-pick flowers for just 50¢ per stem, plus fresh coffee in a farm setting.

4:00 PM – Forbes Trail Brewing w/ Cousins Maine Lobster (Stoystown) – Lobster rolls, tacos, and cold craft beer.

5:00 PM – Grand Midway Hotel Overnight Investigation (Windber) – Paranormal investigation inside one of the region’s most famously haunted hotels.

6:00 PM – Timezone at Woodside Bar & Grill (Johnstown) – Live acoustic set.

6:00 PM – Corks & Cocktails: Charity Wine Auction – Peoples Natural Gas Park (Johnstown) – Annual wine auction with premium wines, bourbon cocktails, and farm-to-table tasting menu. Benefits the YMCA and Heritage Johnstown.

7:00 PM – Justin Garman at Westwood Bar & Grill (Johnstown) – Acoustic dinner show.

7:00 PM – Dave Howsare at Asiago’s Tuscan Italian (Johnstown) – Friday night music in the Inclined Plane district.

7:30 AM – 9/11 Stair Climb Honoring First Responders – 1st Summit Arena (Johnstown) – 2,200 steps (110 stories) honoring fallen first responders.

8:00 AM – Patriots Let’s Roll – 1889 Park (South Fork) – Two-day sanctioned weight pull with Laurel Highlands Working Dogs.

8:00 AM – Ligonier Country Market (Ligonier) – Farm-fresh goods, baked items, crafts, and more from 120 vendors.

9:00 AM – SoCo Farmers’ Market (Somerset) – Local farmers and producers across Western PA.

9:00 AM – Saturday On Farm Market – McCormick Family Farm (Portage) – Meats, breads, eggs, and more directly from the farm.

9:00 AM – Cambria County Arts & Heritage Festival Car Show – Duman Lake Park (Ebensburg) – Top 10 prizes, 50/50, and more. $10 entry supports disabled veterans.

9:00 AM – ECMen Tim Rigby Faith Run – Rigby Park (Johnstown) – 5K run/walk plus kids fun run. Pancake breakfast included.

9:00 AM – Sidewalk Saturday Fall Fest – Brewed Awakening Café (Somerset)
Celebrate fall in Uptown Somerset with local vendors, handmade crafts, fall décor, tasty bites, shopping specials, and small-town charm.

10:00 AM – SEADS Garden Center Fall Festival – 32 Bucknell Ave, Johnstown
Celebrate the 5th annual Fall Festival with craft vendors, pumpkins, mums, haybales, BBQ food truck, basket raffles, and lottery calendars. Family-friendly fun all weekend!

10:00 AM – Brunch at 814 Bites and Brews (Johnstown) – Waffles, mimosa flights, and iced coffee.

12:00 PM – Craft Show at Weakland Farms Corn Maze (Portage) – Two-day event with crafts, food, and the corn maze.

1:00 PM – Battle of the Blue Jays Alumni Slow Pitch Tournament (Johnstown) – CV alumni vs. CV softball boosters.

2:00 PM – Chunky Blanket Hand Knitting Workshop – Artistry From Scratch (Ebensburg) – Learn to hand-knit a chunky blanket.

5:00 PM – Allison Borek Music – Rusty Musket Distilling Co. (Boswell) – Live acoustic music + cocktails.

5:00 PM – Joe Jack Talcum: Art Show & Concert – CraftWork Studios (Johnstown) – Art show at 5 PM, concert at 7 PM.

6:15 PM – AUCP No Clue! Murder Mystery Dinner Fundraiser – Masonic Temple (Johnstown) – Fundraiser with dinner and comedy mystery show.

6:30 PM – Dave Howsare at Tap814 Speakeasy (Johnstown) – Saturday night live tunes.

7:00 PM - Campfire Acoustics – Solomon Run Fire Hall - Live music at the Solomon Run Club.

7:30 PM – Candle in the Wind at Venue of Merging Arts (Johnstown) – Jazz ensemble performance.

10:00 PM – UNDERCOVER at Woodside Bar & Grill (Johnstown) – Rock/dance party late into the night.

9:30 AM – Sunday Brunch Buffet at Harrigan’s – Harrigan’s Café & Wine Deck
A popular buffet brunch with one complimentary mimosa (21+). $21 per adult, $12 ages 6–11, kids under 5 eat free. Reservations suggested

10:00 AM – SEADS Garden Center Fall Festival – 32 Bucknell Ave, Johnstown
Celebrate the 5th annual Fall Festival with craft vendors, pumpkins, mums, haybales, BBQ food truck, basket raffles, and lottery calendars. Family-friendly fun all weekend!

12:00 PM – Cozy Fall Cookie Decorating – Moonshine Mine Saloon (Nanty Glo) – Learn fall-themed cookie decorating.

12:00 PM – Craft Show at Weakland Farms Corn Maze (Portage) – Two-day event with crafts, food, and the corn maze.

3:00 PM – Sunday Funday with Almost Mulberry – Jim & Jimmies (Johnstown) – Live music 3–6 PM, no cover.

This week we’re spotlighting Julie Ostrich, a local fitness instructor bringing serious energy to Johnstown! Julie leads Total Body HIIT classes that mix strength and cardio into a fun, fast-paced session built for all fitness levels.

🗓 Class Schedule:

💪 Whether you’re a beginner or looking to push your limits, Julie makes sure everyone feels welcome and leaves with a sweat and a smile.

👉 Join Julie for walk-in sessions ($5 or free for members) at East Hills Rec and experience why her classes have become a community favorite!

Beauty Lawn has been locally owned and serving the Johnstown region since 1981, and has grown to serve Cambria, Somerset, Bedford, Indiana, Westmoreland, Blair, Centre, and Garrett counties. Their team lives here too, supporting local schools, little leagues, and nonprofits, because there’s no better place to raise a family and no better people to call neighbors.

They use premier components to ensure best results, but sometimes Mother Nature throws curveballs, like this year’s extremely wet spring and dry hot summer. That’s why fall is the perfect time to strengthen your lawn for spring with services like liming (to balance acidic soil), aeration (to loosen compacted ground), and overseeding (to add fresh, healthy grass).

Give your yard the care it needs now, and be greeted with a lush, green lawn come spring!

Call (814) 266-9301 or visit www.beautylawnpa.com to schedule services or a free property evaluation. They are proud to serve their neighbors and keep your lawn looking its best.

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