Emely Duran 
Fortunately, Pennsylvania is filled with festivals. It doesn’t really matter which town you will go to, you will always find an event that attracts a high number of people. Since I usually stick to local events, I went to the Hoodlebug Festival last year for the first time. The only thing I can say after … Read more
I must admit that I’m a lazy person generally. I do not go running for a long period, but then I get the urge to spend some time outside running. I am fortunate enough to be surrounded by numerous trails in the state of Pennsylvania. But my county surpasses all others in this regard. Ghost … Read more
North Appalachian Folk Festival has become my favorite event since I moved to Indiana County, hands down. It is the first event I’ve discovered and I’ve been coming back to it ever since. Of course, going with a great crew is the prerogative of having a blast. Also, I look forward to 2024’s event, which … Read more
Indiana County Fair is arguably the most important yearly event in this part of the state of Pennsylvania. Every single year we can see something new added, but the core of the fair are established traditions that have carried for a couple of decades. Let me talk about my experience from last year’s Indiana County … Read more
For a couple of years after I moved to Indiana, Pennsylvania, I didn’t have a clue about Saltsburg Canal Days. I’ve heard some stories here and there but didn’t visit them at all. Until last year, my colleague invited me to accompany him and his lovely wife. At first, I wasn’t eager to go, but … Read more
Since I’ve heard about the Hopewell Church Spring Festival, I wanted to visit it. Last time I didn’t have the opportunity to do so. But last year I was able to attend, and it was nothing short of exceptional. The next one is coming to town on the 19th of May, which is really close, … Read more
Coal was the bread and butter for so many people in the history of the US, especially during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Times are completely different today, but I feel that learning about what this country was before can be a good insight into what it can be in the future. The … Read more
My favorite day of the week is Saturday, and there are several reasons why this is the case. The most important reason by far is a local farmer’s market. While it may seem strange to some that an individual should be so interested in a farmer’s market, this one is really special. Let me guide … Read more
Just recently, I came across an article that talks about the Amish community and how it will reach almost a million people in the next 25 years. I must say I was surprised by this information. Then I remembered how my dad used to say that my grandfather was born into an Amish family and … Read more
The term “hidden gem” is an overused term. You will see it being used everywhere and in numerous occurrences. Pine Ridge Park in Indiana, PA is truly a hidden gem because it is known even to many locals. I was fortunate enough to stumble across this park some months ago, and I visited it twice … Read more