Old Mill Village Events Calender

-HOURS-
The Village is open during scheduled events - Noon to 5 pm - May 4th thru Oct 6th
(Check schedule for special hours on some events)

**New admission rates beginning 2019
$5.00 ages 12 and up.
$2.00 ages 5 thru 11.
( take note of special rates at certain events)

For Your Information....

Refreshments: a variety of foods is available, including fresh baked goods,
at the 'Village Canteen'.
Picnic areas are also available and visitors are welcome to bring along a meal.
Souvenirs, handmade gifts and crafts, are available in the "Village Mercantile"
as well as a well-stocked Old Fashioned Candy Counter to satisfy your sweet tooth.
No pets allowed. Service animals and animals involved in events are allowed.
No alcoholic beverages are allowed on the Village grounds.

SAT. APRIL 1: Craft Fair at OMV Church
Midtown Park, New Milford 10am - 3 pm
Chair: Christina Button
Come browse items from local vendors. Free admission for shoppers. A full slate of vendors is already booked for this event.

SAT. APRIL 22: Faerie Tea & Quilt Show at OMV Church
Midtown Park, New Milford 2 pm - 4 pm
Chair: Cheryl Fedorchak
A magical experience, enjoying a generous selection of teas, and a tempting buffet of light fare. All set amongst an atmosphere of mystical fancy. Attendees are encouraged to dress in the spirit of the occasion.
Admisson $15 per person.
Reservations required for the tea, contact Christina to reserve.
In addition, the church sanctuary will be filled with a spectacular display of quilts. Donations gratefully accepted for the quilt show, no reservations needed.

SAT. MAY 20: World War II Encampment
Chair: David Oakley
We pay tribute to the heroes of the "Greatest Generation." Encampments, reenactors and displays will be featured.

SAT. MAY 27: Founders' Day
Chair: Tim Button
Join us to celebrate the founding of the Village. Demonstrators, craft vendors, and regional Historical Societies will be on the grounds. Interested vendors should contact the chair for space reservations.

SAT. JUNE 3: Ice cream Social at OMV Church
Midtown Park, New Milford Special hours: 10 am - 3 pm
Chair: Sue Furney 570-434-2303
Enjoy a refreshing dish or cone of ice cream, or a root beer float! Meet the Susq. County Dairy Princess and her Court. No admission charge, pay only for what you buy.

SAT. JUNE 10: Black Powder Rendezvous
Chair: Tim Button
Harken back to the days of pioneers and trappers. See primitive encampments, muzzleloading shooting competition, Tomahawk and knife throwing, and other traditions from "back in the day." Demonstrations of early skills and survival.

SAT. JULY 8: Underground Railroad
Chairs: Sherman and Cindy Wooden 570-278-3199
The return of an old favorite. Our region played a significant role in guiding countless enslaved people to freedom and safety. Members of the Center for Anti-Slavery Studies will conduct visitors through the history and stories of the journey to freedom.

SAT. & SUN. JULY 22 & 23: Wild West Town
Chair: Tim Button
The gun-slingers are back! The Shadows of the Old West troupe will put on performances throughout both days, bringing entertainment and the history of the cowboys to the Village.

SAT & SUN, SEPT 16 & 17 : Fall Festival & Pumpkintown
Chairs: Sue Furney 570-434-2303 Wayne Frederici 570-499-8776
Harvest time activities for the whole family. Plus, the village is again inhabited by our "Pumpkintown" friends, a traditional delight of the season.

SAT & SUN OCT. 7 & 8: Civil War Days Hours: Sat. Noon-5pm Sun. Noon - 4pm
Chair: Tim Button
The War Between the States shaped our history and changed life for many in our area. The Village will be filled with the soldiers' encampments. Battle re-enactments each day, starting approx. 2 pm.

FRIs. & SATs. , OCT. 13, 14 & 20, 21: Historic Ghost Walks of PA Special Hours: 7 pm - 9 pm
Chair: Christina Button
Special admission rates: $5.00 ages 6 and up. Under age 6 free. Take a spine-tingling nightime candlelight tour of the Village, while being thrilled by tales of ghosts and hauntings from our area and around the state of PA. Your shivers will not be from the chilly weather! Cider, hot chocolate and donuts provided at the end of the tours. Tours start about every 20 minutes throughout the night. Reservations recommended for parties of 10 or more.

SAT. OCT 28: Witches' Tea at OMV Church
Midtown Park, New Milford.
Special Hours, Two Seatings: 2pm - 4pm and 6pm - 8pm
Chair: Christina Button -
Let your "inner witch" come out for Old Mill Village's annual Witches' Tea. Dress in your finest witch attire to sample a wicked variety of teas and delightfully decadent treats. Admission $15 Reservations are required for this event.

SAT. DEC 9: Victorian Christmas Tea
Special Hours: 11 am - 4pm at OMV Church, Midtown Park, New Milford.
Chair: Sue Furney 570-434-2303
Enjoy an elegant interlude during the pre-Christmas rush. Relax with friends while tasting delectable treats and a variety of teas (or hot chocolate). Afternoon tea served all day. Donations gratefully accepted. Silent auction of gift baskets that will make wonderful holiday gifts - if you can part with them! Funds raised help maintain the church.

Contact

Museum and Special Events in New Milford, Pennsylvania.