One of the most explosive movie musicals in recent memory bursts onto the live stage with exhilarating results. When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, Ren is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. What he isn’t prepared for are rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, determined to exercise the control over the town’s youth that he cannot command in his own home. When the reverend’s rebellious daughter sets her sights on Ren, her roughneck boyfriend tries to sabotage Ren’s reputation, with many of the locals eager to believe the worst about the new kid. The heartfelt story that emerges is of a father longing for the son he lost and a young man aching for the father who walked out on him. To the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony- nominated top 40 score (the soundtrack album reached number one on the Billboard charts and has sold over 15 million copies!) and augmented with dynamic new songs for the stage musical, Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people, guiding them with a warm heart and an open mind.

Stop by the B-R to step back into a bygone era that is all but forgotten. Agricultural, quilting, and other rural exhibits will fill the Baldwin- Reynolds House with live music, a bake sale featuring items from Katherine Reynolds’ personal cookbook, and demonstrations on rural life and crafts. Beekeeping, The French Creek Antique Equipment Club, Spinning and Weaving, Chair Caning, Embroidery, Woodworking, Cheese making, and many more were featured at past events with these and more expected for 2009. Be sure to stop in our 1860s kitchen to visit our very own country farm wife and the Crawford County Pomona Grange. See you there!

Johnny Cash always stood at the crossroads of American popular music. With open arms, he welcomed just about any musical style, and he knew how to tell a story in song. Ring of Fire lets six incredible singers relate that American tale through Cash’s own music and lyrics. It’s all here. Growing up dirt-poor, wrestling with family tragedy, striking out on his own, emerging as a songwriter, finding June Carter, the love of his life…with over 30 hits, like Walk the Line, Jackson, I’ve Been Everywhere, Folsom Prison Blues, A Boy Named Sue and the title track, Ring of Fire. With smashing medleys and amazing harmonies, this shindig will have you stompin’ your feet and shoutin’ for more!

A show of local artists work in any media with a lily theme. Opening Reception on Saturday, July 17th, 1-3pm.

Polka music galore!!! Admission: Fri $10, Sat $12 and Sun $12. Juniors 6-17 are half price. SCHEDULE: Friday: 6 midnight. Saturday: beach party and BBQ from 1-3pm, bands from 3pm-midnight. Sunday: morning Polka mass, 3 bands from 3-9pm.

The largest agricultural fair in the state!!!

It’s Oktoberfest … Riverside-style! Dozens of local micro-brews and wines from local distilleries. Live music and dancing. Authentic European-style Marketplace. Kids’ area with family entertainment and pumpkin carving.

A sumptuous meal from appetizers through dessert served family-style or buffet with complimentary mulled wine. Half-price meals for children 12 and under. Reservations required.

The tradition returns! The Riverside’s popular Christmas Craft Show is back! A festive celebration of the season’s finest decorations, arts, crafts & cuisine. Among the unique gifts are juried crafts, jewelry, clothing, Christmas decorations, toys, ceramics, holiday foods and much more! Admission is $3 or $2 with a non-perishable food item (a portion of the proceeds benefit Cambridge Springs Emergency Food Bank).

The Riverside Inn presents our 17th Annual visit from the one and only Santa Claus. Enjoy a full family-style meal, live entertainment, a gift for each child, and of course, visit with the real Santa! Then you can follow the Christmas Tree Trail while stepping back into a Victorian-era Christmas. December 4 at 9:30am, December 11 at 9:30am and 12:30pm, December 18 at 9:30am-12:30pm.

The year ends … and a new tradition begins! Spend this New Year’s Eve in the glorious Riverside Inn. All-inclusive packages are available including overnight stay, dinner buffet or multi-course gourmet dinner, evening-long entertainment with dancing in two ballrooms decorated for an evening of fun, champagne toast at midnight with early morning breakfast buffet, plus festive hats, balloons and noisemakers. Look for more details and package prices on our website.