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Looking for something to do with family and friends this weekend? Whether off road racing is you thing or maybe it's a Community Hymn Sing, check out these five events around the Juniata Valley:
Check out off road racing
Racing season might have come to a close at our favorite dirt tracks, but the fun is just beginning at Richfield Raceway, which continues its 2023-24 off-road racing schedule on Friday starting at 6:30 p.m. Hosted by Richfield Life Ministries, the church opens up its indoor space each week throughout the winter months to create some high-flying fun at the off-road remote control racing facility. Drivers of all skill levels are welcome and should bring a pit mat and extension cord. Doors open at 1 p.m., with practices beginning at 3 p.m. for more information, call (717) 512-6167, visit www.richfieldraceway.com or find them on Facebook.
Off-road racing cars sail through the air as they maneuver the Richfield Raceway course.
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Off-road racing cars sail through the air as they maneuver the Richfield Raceway course.
Ragamuffin Hall hosts Community Hymn Sing
Local singer-songwriter Conrad Fisher invites members of the community to a Community Hymn Sing at venerable Ragamuffin Hall, 2584 McCoysville Rd., Mifflin, at 6:30 p.m. Saturday. Organizers are also holding a food drive for the Juniata Food Pantry, so bring a canned good or non-perishable food item if you have been blessed with plenty. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, call (814) 303-2487, visit www.theragamuffinhall.com or find them on Facebook.
Fly-in, drive-in, walk-in breakfast
The Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 518 will host a fly-in-drive-in, walk-in breakfast from 8 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Mifflin County Airport, 547 Airport Road, Reedsville. For more information, call (717) 899-0138 or find them on Facebook.
M-J Concert Association presents 'Sounds of Silence Tribute'
The "Sounds of Silence Tribute" journeys back in time to the 1970s Greenwich Folk Village Scene, to a timeless era of music when lyrics and melody meant something more. Award-winning musicians Steven Delopoulos and Johnny Phillips are known for their unique sound, energetic live shows, and introspective lyrics underscored by their remarkable musicianship. Their concert features the music of Simon and Garfunkel, Bob Dylan, John Denver, Cat Stevens, Don McLean, and more. The performance is slated for 3 p.m. Sunday at the Mifflin County High School auditorium. For more information, call (717) 667-6551 or visit ww.mjconcerts.com.
Award-winning musicians Steven Delopoulos (left) and Johnny Phillips will bring their unique sound to the ‘Sounds of Silence Tribute’ show.
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Award-winning musicians Steven Delopoulos (left) and Johnny Phillips will bring their unique sound to the 'Sounds of Silence Tribute' show.
All aboard at East Broad Top
East Broad Top offers leisurely train rides through the heart of Central Pennsylvania all weekend, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at www.eastbroadtop.com.
Know of a family-friendly event going on? E-mail details to events@lewistownsentinel.com.