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-HOURS-
The Village is open Noon to 5 pm most Saturdays, Sundays as scheduled, April 23 thru Oct 2
(Check schedule for special hours on some events)
-Admission- $5.00 age 12 and above ( special rates on some events)
For Your Information....
7pm at Old Mill Village Church on the Green, midtown Park, New Milford, Pa
SAT, April 23: Annual Easter Egg Hunt
EGG HUNT AT 2 PM SHARP! Youngsters will receive a pumpkin seed kit for a pumpkin contest. Contact Christina Button for details at (570) 434-3353 or e-Mail
SAT & SUN, April 30th & May 1st: Spring Civil War Living History Weekend
Hours 10am - 5pm
Chairs: Chris & Kelli Kane e-Mail
Old Mill Village is starting its season off with a BANG! Join the North and the South as they battle their way through The Old Mill Village in their 19th century military attire with muskets blasting and cannons booming. You will hear the armies approaching as their musicians lead the way. The families of the soldiers will be looking on in hopes that their loved ones come safely back to them. A few will be lost, but they will all fight bravely.
SUN, MAY 29: Spring Farm Festival
Hours 12 - 5pm
Chairs: Tim Button (570) 434-3353 e-Mail
Cindy Wooden 570-278-3199 e-Mail
Sheep shearing, spinning and weaving demonstrations, etc. Plus live animals— sheep, alpacas, and more. Included will be presentations of the area’s Scottish heritage. Learn about the impact Scots had on our area. Hear traditional Scottish bagpipe and folk music!
SAT, JUNE 4: Ice Cream Social and Book Sale
at Old Mill Village Church on the Green, midtown Park, New Milford, Pa
Hours 10am - 4pm
Chairs: Sue Furney 570-434-2303 & Wayne Frederici 570-499-8776 e-Mail
Enjoy a refreshing dish or cone of ice cream, a milkshake, or maybe a root beer float! No admission charge, pay only for food.
Wed, June 15: Members Meeting and potluck dinner
7pm at Old Mill Village Church on the Green, midtown Park, New Milford, Pa
SAT & SUN, JUNE 18 & 19: History Timeline
also featuring 'Shadows of the Old West' cowboy action troop
**Special Fundraising event**
Hours 10am - 5pm
Chair: Chris & Kelli Kane e-Mail
Soldiers and civilians from time periods including Roman, Medieval, Renaissance, Civil War, WWI and WWII. Battle and fighting demonstrations throughout the day.
The 'Shadows of the Old West' performing three shows each day (noon, 2pm, 4pm). Come see the shoot-out excitement.
Mon, July 4: Montrose Fourth of July Parade
Come watch the parade and see the Old Mill Village award winning entry!
SAT, July 9: Underground Railroad and Black History
Hours 12 - 5pm Chairs: Cindy & Sherman Wooden 570-278-3199 e-Mail
The trail to freedom passed through Susquehanna County, where many fugitives found safe homes. Experience a simulation of the freedom path on our grounds - rain or shine. Wear sturdy shoes, long pants, long-sleeved shirt, head covering and walking stick recommended.
SAT & SUN, July 16 & 17: World War II Reenactment
Hours 10am - 5pm
Chair: Chris Kane e-Mail
The 1940's recreated. See soldiers in uniform, battle reenactments, vehicles, camps. Displays of flags, guns, medals, etc.
*NEW* SAT, July 30: Taste of Heritage - Christmas in July
Hours 12 - 5pm
Chairs: Melody Phillips (607) 765-0708
Kerin Welch (724) 931-9706
Sample the variety of heritage we share at Christmas through sight, sound, smell, touch and taste. Ethnic groups are invited to participate by contacting the co-chairs.
SUN, Aug 14:"An Afternoon of Delights" **Special Fundraising event**
at Old Mill Village Church on the Green, midtown Park, New Milford, Pa
Special time: 4pm to ?
Chair: Delbert Wooden 570-934-2297
Enjoy stories, poems, and a bit of music in the OMV Church sanctuary, followed by refreshments in the dining room. Poets, storytellers and songsters may contact the chair prior to the event. Admission: $5.00 ages 12 and up, $1.00 ages 6 - 11.
Aug 21 thru 27: Stop by the Old Mill Village display at the Harford Fair!
SAT & SUN, Sept 17 & 18: Fall Festival & Pumpkintown Celebration
Hours 12 - 5pm
Chairs: Sue Furney 570-434-2303 & Wayne Frederici 570-499-8776 e-Mail
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, Sept 24 & 25: World War II Living History
Hours Noon - 5pm
Chair: Chris Kane e-Mail
Displays, lectures, camps. Talk to veterans who were there.
SAT & SUN, OCT 1 & 2: Civil War Living History
Special school tour of Civil War display on Friday, Sept 30 by appointment.
Contact Kelli Kane for school tour information. (570) 853-4158 e-Mail
Hours 10am - 5pm for Saturday and Sunday
Chairs: Christina & Tim Button 570-434-3353
Contact Christina: e-Mail Contact Tim: e-Mail
The War Between the States shaped our history and changed life for many in our area. Be a part of the action in the "evacuation" through the woods. March in step with soldiers, and be charmed by the elegantly dressed ladies. Battle re-enactments each day, including "aftermath" hospital scenarios.
FRIs & SATs , OCT. 7 - 8 & 14 - 15: Historic Ghost Walks of PA
Special Hours: 7 pm - 9 pm
Chair:Christina & Tim Button 570-434-3353
Contact Christina: e-Mail Contact Tim: e-Mail
Special admission rates: $5.00 ages 12 and up, $3 ages 6 thru 11. 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 all, required for parties of 10 or more.
Wed, Oct 19: Members Meeting and potluck dinner
7pm at Old Mill Village Church on the Green, midtown Park, New Milford, Pa
FRI & SAT, OCT 28 & 29: Old Mill Village 'Haunted House'**Special Fundraiser**
Hours 7 - 10pm
Chair: Chris Kane e-Mail
Spooks and monsters, Scares and screams! Do you dare?
SAT, Dec 10: Victorian Christmas and Tea
at Old Mill Village Church on the Green, midtown Park, New Milford, Pa
Chairs: Sherman & Cindy Wooden 570-278-3199 e-Mail
Special Hours: 11 am - 4pm
Enjoy an elegant interlude during the pre-Christmas rush. Relax with friends while tasting delectable treats and Miss Maddies teas (or hot chocolate). High tea served all day.
-HOURS-
The Village is open Noon to 5 pm most Saturdays, Sundays as scheduled, April 23 thru Oct 2
(Check schedule for special hours on some events)
-Admission- $5.00 age 12 and above ( special rates on some events)
For Your Information....
- Refreshments: a variety of foods is available, including fresh baked goods, at the Village snack shop. ..."The Wooden Spoon"
- 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.
7pm at Old Mill Village Church on the Green, midtown Park, New Milford, Pa
SAT, April 23: Annual Easter Egg Hunt
EGG HUNT AT 2 PM SHARP! Youngsters will receive a pumpkin seed kit for a pumpkin contest. Contact Christina Button for details at (570) 434-3353 or e-Mail
SAT & SUN, April 30th & May 1st: Spring Civil War Living History Weekend
Hours 10am - 5pm
Chairs: Chris & Kelli Kane e-Mail
Old Mill Village is starting its season off with a BANG! Join the North and the South as they battle their way through The Old Mill Village in their 19th century military attire with muskets blasting and cannons booming. You will hear the armies approaching as their musicians lead the way. The families of the soldiers will be looking on in hopes that their loved ones come safely back to them. A few will be lost, but they will all fight bravely.
SUN, MAY 29: Spring Farm Festival
Hours 12 - 5pm
Chairs: Tim Button (570) 434-3353 e-Mail
Cindy Wooden 570-278-3199 e-Mail
Sheep shearing, spinning and weaving demonstrations, etc. Plus live animals— sheep, alpacas, and more. Included will be presentations of the area’s Scottish heritage. Learn about the impact Scots had on our area. Hear traditional Scottish bagpipe and folk music!
SAT, JUNE 4: Ice Cream Social and Book Sale
at Old Mill Village Church on the Green, midtown Park, New Milford, Pa
Hours 10am - 4pm
Chairs: Sue Furney 570-434-2303 & Wayne Frederici 570-499-8776 e-Mail
Enjoy a refreshing dish or cone of ice cream, a milkshake, or maybe a root beer float! No admission charge, pay only for food.
Wed, June 15: Members Meeting and potluck dinner
7pm at Old Mill Village Church on the Green, midtown Park, New Milford, Pa
SAT & SUN, JUNE 18 & 19: History Timeline
also featuring 'Shadows of the Old West' cowboy action troop
**Special Fundraising event**
Hours 10am - 5pm
Chair: Chris & Kelli Kane e-Mail
Soldiers and civilians from time periods including Roman, Medieval, Renaissance, Civil War, WWI and WWII. Battle and fighting demonstrations throughout the day.
The 'Shadows of the Old West' performing three shows each day (noon, 2pm, 4pm). Come see the shoot-out excitement.
Mon, July 4: Montrose Fourth of July Parade
Come watch the parade and see the Old Mill Village award winning entry!
SAT, July 9: Underground Railroad and Black History
Hours 12 - 5pm Chairs: Cindy & Sherman Wooden 570-278-3199 e-Mail
The trail to freedom passed through Susquehanna County, where many fugitives found safe homes. Experience a simulation of the freedom path on our grounds - rain or shine. Wear sturdy shoes, long pants, long-sleeved shirt, head covering and walking stick recommended.
SAT & SUN, July 16 & 17: World War II Reenactment
Hours 10am - 5pm
Chair: Chris Kane e-Mail
The 1940's recreated. See soldiers in uniform, battle reenactments, vehicles, camps. Displays of flags, guns, medals, etc.
*NEW* SAT, July 30: Taste of Heritage - Christmas in July
Hours 12 - 5pm
Chairs: Melody Phillips (607) 765-0708
Kerin Welch (724) 931-9706
Sample the variety of heritage we share at Christmas through sight, sound, smell, touch and taste. Ethnic groups are invited to participate by contacting the co-chairs.
SUN, Aug 14:"An Afternoon of Delights" **Special Fundraising event**
at Old Mill Village Church on the Green, midtown Park, New Milford, Pa
Special time: 4pm to ?
Chair: Delbert Wooden 570-934-2297
Enjoy stories, poems, and a bit of music in the OMV Church sanctuary, followed by refreshments in the dining room. Poets, storytellers and songsters may contact the chair prior to the event. Admission: $5.00 ages 12 and up, $1.00 ages 6 - 11.
Aug 21 thru 27: Stop by the Old Mill Village display at the Harford Fair!
SAT & SUN, Sept 17 & 18: Fall Festival & Pumpkintown Celebration
Hours 12 - 5pm
Chairs: Sue Furney 570-434-2303 & Wayne Frederici 570-499-8776 e-Mail
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, Sept 24 & 25: World War II Living History
Hours Noon - 5pm
Chair: Chris Kane e-Mail
Displays, lectures, camps. Talk to veterans who were there.
SAT & SUN, OCT 1 & 2: Civil War Living History
Special school tour of Civil War display on Friday, Sept 30 by appointment.
Contact Kelli Kane for school tour information. (570) 853-4158 e-Mail
Hours 10am - 5pm for Saturday and Sunday
Chairs: Christina & Tim Button 570-434-3353
Contact Christina: e-Mail Contact Tim: e-Mail
The War Between the States shaped our history and changed life for many in our area. Be a part of the action in the "evacuation" through the woods. March in step with soldiers, and be charmed by the elegantly dressed ladies. Battle re-enactments each day, including "aftermath" hospital scenarios.
FRIs & SATs , OCT. 7 - 8 & 14 - 15: Historic Ghost Walks of PA
Special Hours: 7 pm - 9 pm
Chair:Christina & Tim Button 570-434-3353
Contact Christina: e-Mail Contact Tim: e-Mail
Special admission rates: $5.00 ages 12 and up, $3 ages 6 thru 11. 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 all, required for parties of 10 or more.
Wed, Oct 19: Members Meeting and potluck dinner
7pm at Old Mill Village Church on the Green, midtown Park, New Milford, Pa
FRI & SAT, OCT 28 & 29: Old Mill Village 'Haunted House'**Special Fundraiser**
Hours 7 - 10pm
Chair: Chris Kane e-Mail
Spooks and monsters, Scares and screams! Do you dare?
SAT, Dec 10: Victorian Christmas and Tea
at Old Mill Village Church on the Green, midtown Park, New Milford, Pa
Chairs: Sherman & Cindy Wooden 570-278-3199 e-Mail
Special Hours: 11 am - 4pm
Enjoy an elegant interlude during the pre-Christmas rush. Relax with friends while tasting delectable treats and Miss Maddies teas (or hot chocolate). High tea served all day.
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