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46thAnnual

Saturday & SundaySeptember 17 – 18, 2016

Festivities at 10 Historic

Covered Bridge Locations

Arts & Crafts, Food, LiveEntertainment, Demonstrations,

Special Activities & Exhibits

The Washington and Greene Counties’Tourism Promotion Agencies invite youto take part in a celebration of their rich

histories and beautiful countrysidesduring the 46th Annual Washington &

Greene Counties’ Covered BridgeFestival presented by EQT.

Each of the 10 festival locations offera charming atmosphere and an array

of activities including handmade arts and crafts, homestyle foods,historical re-enactments, crafting

demonstrations and delightfulentertainment. Held the third

weekend in September each year, the Covered Bridge Festival is

regarded as the signature event in the area and the official start

to the Fall season.

Admission and Parking are FreeFestival Hours are:

10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. unless otherwise stated

Held Rain or ShineAll activities are subject to change

VisitWashingtonCountyPA.comWASHINGTON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Larry Maggi, ChairmanDiana Irey VaughanHarlan G. Shober, Jr.

Sponsored by:

and

GoGreeneCounty.orgGREENE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Blair Zimmerman, Chairman Dave Coder

Archie Trader

Washington County Bridges

Greene County Bridges

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Special Activities: Horse drawn wagon rides, Claysville UnitedMethodist Church (children games) and Whiskey Jug Rangersencampment (Revolutionary War Era) Sunday: 10:00 a.m. Claysville Association of Churches Service

Entertainment:

Both Days: 1:00 p.m. Indian Attack and a Historical Talk by Chief CornstockSaturday: 3:00 p.m. Live Entertainment by Coffin Notice4:00 p.m. Live Entertainment by Rooster

Demonstrations: Live canon fire each day, chain saw carving and sale,air rifle marksmanship {Frazier-Simplex Rifle Club} demonstration, applebutter making and sale.

Vendors: Numerous food vendors; craft items including jewelry,decorating items and wooden crafts; Flea Market and Farmers Market.

Contact: Howard 724.663.5831 or hja3@hotmail.com

Directions: Located at McGuffey Community Park. From I-70 Exit 6: Turn rightinto Claysville and follow on to Route 231 South. Turn right on Beham Ridge Road,just under overpass of I-70. Follow one mile to park grounds on right.

Special Activities:

Both days:

All-Day Nancy’s Petting ZooNoon – 3:00 p.m. Face Painting Noon – 4:00 p.m. Horse-drawn wagon rides

Entertainment:

Saturday: 10:50 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. American Legion Post 400 Band11:50 a.m. – 12:50 p.m. Timm Reeves1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Greene Academy Dulcimer Players2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Spoonwood Station

Sunday: Noon – 2:00 p.m. Augsburg German Band2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Triple Dare Band

Crafts: Many quality crafters including Greene Academy items andmemorabilia.

Food: Delicious food booths both upstairs in the kitchen and on thegrounds. Lots of ice cream!

Contact: Ann Bargerstock 724.966.5512 or 724.255.5229

Directions: Located off Route 88 in Greene County. From I-79 Exit 14: FollowRoute 21 East to Carmichaels. Bridge is located in “Old Town” Carmichaelsapproximately two blocks left of Town Square. From Uniontown: Take Route 21West to Paisley intersection. Turn right on Route 88 North, three miles toCarmichaels.

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BROWNLEEB R I D G E

McGuffey Community Park

Washington County

CARMICHAELSB R I D G E

Carmichaels

Greene County

EBENEZERB R I D G E

Entertainment:

Both days: DJ Mountain RedSaturday: 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Southern Comfort ExperienceBand (bluegrass, country) 2:30 p.m.– 5:00 p.m. RenewedMemories (oldies) Sunday: 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Black Horse (country) 2:30 p.m.– 5:00 p.m. J. J. Bickle &the Liberators (oldies)

Special Exhibits: Theodore Burr Covered Bridge Society ofPennsylvania, Inc.

Crafts: Wood and seasonal items, dried floral arrangements, ceramics,pottery, lawn décor, small furniture, personalized items, dolls, baskets,candles, soaps, crocheted items, wreaths, leather goods, stained glass,painted slates, gourds, tin crafts, pet items, quilts, clothing andaccessories, jewelry, photography, glassware, tapestries, paintings,covered bridge novelty items and gourmet pre-packaged food mixes.

Food: Country Accent (sweet sausage and sausage gravy with biscuits), BigGirls BBQ (ribs, pulled pork and chicken), Charleroi Masonic Lodge (hotdogs), Off the Grill (gyros, crab cakes and pita wraps), St. Mary’s Church(haluski, meatball sandwiches and walking tacos), True Vine AnglicanChurch (cheeseburgers, ham BBQ and fried shrimp), Concession FoodService (French fries, shaved ice and deep fried pickles), Le’s Oriental(chicken on a stick, eggrolls and fried rice), Lombardo’s Concessions (Phillycheese steaks, kielbasa and chicken fingers), The SpringHouse (homemadepies, raisin bread, apple dumplings, cobbler and cookies), Long BranchCommunity Grange (funnel cakes), Regional Flavors Catering (quesadillasand ice cream), Herold’s Original Kettle Korn, strudels, fudge, Italian ice,cinnamon roasted nuts, gourmet stuffed cupcakes, Plum Run Winery andRipepi Winery.

Contact: Washington County Tourism Promotion Agency 1.866.927.4969

Directions: Located in Mingo Creek County Park. Follow directions same asHenry Bridge at right. Ebenezer Bridge traffic enters at Sichi Hill Road off Route136. All traffic exits Chapel Hill Road.

** Handicapped Parking Available** Pets are NOT PERMITTED in Festival Site** First Aid sponsored by the Washington Health System and

Peters Township Ambulance

Mingo Creek County Park

Washington County

Activities: Train rides for young children

Crafts: Scenic photography, Amish furniture, handcrafted jewelry,ceramics, stained glass, hand painted sweatshirts, doll clothes, embroideryitems, candles, hand-made soap, wine charms, wind chimes, primitivewooden and floral items, clay items, wooden furniture, seasonaldecorations for home and lawn, crochet items, live plants and mums.

Food: Pitas and wraps, pulled pork sandwiches, crab cakes, chickendinners, chicken strips, kielbasa, pierogis, cabbage and noodles, haluski,stromboli, pizza, curly and sweet potato fries, deep fried veggies,blooming onions, funnel cakes, old fashioned copper kettle popcorn, localhoney, homemade fudge, beef jerky, cotton candy, old-fashionedlemonade, coated nuts and toffee.

Contact: Diane Clark, Mental Health Association 724.225.2061

Directions: Located in Mingo Creek County Park, 12 miles east of Washington.From Pittsburgh via I-79: Take I-79 South to Exit 43. Turn right and follow to stopsign. Turn right on Route 519 South and follow to Route 136 East. From Pittsburghvia Route 51: Take Route 51 South to PA Toll Route 43 South. Pay toll and take Exit44. Turn right on Route 136 West. From Morgantown: Take I-79 North to I-70 East,Exit 27. Turn left and follow to stop sign. Turn right on Route 136 East. From NewStanton: Take I-70 West to PA Toll Route 43 North. Take Exit 44, pay toll and turnleft on Route 136 West. From Wheeling: Take I-70 East to Exit 27. Turn left andfollow to stop sign. Turn right on Route 136 East. Watch for Mingo Creek CountyPark signs. One-way traffic through Mingo Park. Henry Bridge traffic enters atMansion Hill Road off Route 136. All traffic exits Chapel Hill Road.

** Handicapped Parking Available** Pets are NOT PERMITTED in Festival Site

HENRYB R I D G E

Mingo Creek County Park

Washington County

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A family-friendly venue sponsored by the Hickory U.E.P. Church withactivities for all ages. Krepps Bridge is a working covered bridge locatednear the farming community of Hickory.

ACTIVITIES:Saturday: Antique tractor show Sunday: Antique and classic car show

Entertainment:Entertainment on stagethroughout both days.Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Churchservice featuring theEverlasting Joy Praise Band1:00 p.m. Live performanceson stage featuring the TonyJanflone, Jr. Duet

Crafts: Crafts, jewelry,home and personal careitems, fall plants, decoratingitems and silent auction.

Food: Great food from the Hickory Church kitchens including BBQchicken, bean soup, roast beef sandwiches, homemade baked goods andfunnel cakes.

Kids’ Zone: Kreppsy the Troll, zipline, slide, games, inflatable and otherfun activities.

Contact: Ron Stewart 724.288.5033 or hickoryunitedepc.org and followthe ministries link to the Krepps CBF site.

Directions: Located off Route 50 in Hickory. From Washington, PA: Take Route18 North to Route 50 East into Hickory past the Fire Station, then turn left ontoWabash Avenue for four miles to the intersection of Waterdam Road and CoveredBridge Road. From Bridgeville: Take Route 50 West to Hickory and turn right onWabash Avenue, then four miles to the bridge. From Route 22: Take Route 18through Burgettstown, turn left on Route 50 into Hickory. Turn left on WabashAvenue to the bridge.

**Handicapped Parking Available**Pets are NOT PERMITTED in Festival Site** Special Hours: Saturday 10:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.

Sunday Worship Service 8:30 A.M.Festival 10:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.

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KREPPSB R I D G E

Mt. Pleasant Township

Washington County

Entertainment: Saturday: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Sandy Lusko Huffman4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. DJ Kenny Charles, spinning old to new songsSunday: 9:00 a.m. Church service by Pastor Lois Swestyn from LibertyMethodist Church and Amity Methodist Church11:00 a.m. – Noon Bob Wilson, gospel singer12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Bloom Scoot Boogie DJ Shawn Blummer Karaoke3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Cat Fish CampFood: Provided by Lone Pine Volunteer Fire Department – includes fireroasted beef and pork sandwiches, hot dogs, hot sausage, cabbage andnoodles, beans and homemade desserts. Church youth groups providefunnel cakes and other crafters provide bakery products.

Crafts: Variety of crafters and Amwell Township’s Historic Society willhave a Chinese auction.

Contact: Kathy Wall 724.222.6323

Directions: Located off of I-79, Exit 23 (bridge is visible from I-79). On secondary roadparalleling northbound lanes of I-79. McKinney’s Triple M Market is close to the bridge area.

HUGHESB R I D G E

Amwell Township

Washington County

Activities: A variety of craft and food vendors, as well as entertainmentto delight all ages. Three play lots for children.Contact: 724.947.9109Directions: Located in Hanover Township Park on Old 22 West Burgettstown /Florence. From Washington, PA: Take Route 18 North to lighted intersection, thenleft at light on Old Route 22, and travel one mile to Hanover Park on left. Six milesfrom Weirton, WV; 30 minutes from Pittsburgh or Washington, PA; 20 minutes fromSteubenville or East Liverpool, OH. One mile from the First Niagara Pavilion.

**Special Hours: Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Sunday Noon - 6:00 p.m.**Buses Welcome; unlimited craft space **Handicap accessible** Pets are NOT PERMITTED in Festival Site

McCLURGB R I D G E

Hanover Township Park

Washington County

(1880 – Devil’s Den – Kings Creek)

Activities:

Both Days: Children’s activities, wagon rides and Indian re-enactor “Ghost inthe Head” portraying a living history of the Huron Indians of the 1700’s 3:00 p.m. Civil War re-enactors living history camp and “Battle for the Bridge”by 140th PVI, 40th PVI Co. F, 30th VA Co. H (Barbour Grays) and the 1st VACAV Co H.Saturday: 10:00 a.m. Special Speaker: Llew Williams – Warrior TrailAssociation of Greene County – 50th AnniversarySunday: 10:00 a.m. Worship Service with the Reverend Gary Whipkey ofJohn Corbly Memorial Baptist Church.

Entertainment: Gospel Music by Dan Cunningham, His Royal Blood,Cross Vision, Soldiers & Sons, Mollie Ehrlichman, Choz-N-1z, Free Spirit,Crimson Stream, James & Deb Tobin, Ambassadors for Christ, The RidgeRunners and James D. Randolph Kiltie Band

Demonstrations: Antique tools, quilt making, pottery and alpacas.

Crafts: Handmade wood crafts, homemade jewelry, wire beading, floralarrangements, T-shirts, ball caps, seasonal wood products, wooden toys,“primitive” crafts, fabric crafts, bird feeders, salsa, honey, apple butter and jams.

Food: Homemade goods made bylocal non-profits including freshbaked goods, pies, sloppy joes,creamed chicken, sweet & hotsausage, BBQ ham, hamburgers, hotdogs, cabbage-n-noodles, cabbageroll dinners, pierogies, french fries,buffalo burgers, funnel cakes, friedbread, steak dinners, chicken andrib dinners, fish sandwiches,kielbasa & kraut, pulled pork withcoleslaw, chili and corn bread.Pioneer breakfast served until

11:00 a.m.

Contact: Greene County Tourism 724.627.8687 or wcbridge@gmail.comFacebook page: facebook.com/white.c.bridge

Directions: Located off I-79, Exit 7 in Greene County. Turn towards Garards Fort.Right to the T (Garards Fort Road). Turn right on Roberts Run Road. Turn right andbridge is visible on the right.GPS Address for White Bridge: 500 Roberts Run Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370

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WHITEB R I D G E

Garards Fort

Greene County

Activities: The public is invited to visitthis 275-acre outdoor museum featuringa 19th century living history village witha one-room school, blacksmith shop, church, log houses and the Pine BankCovered Bridge. This covered bridge, built in 1871, is the oldest survivingbridge in the southwestern corner of PA and was fully rehabilitated this yearincluding repairs made to the timber-framed Kingpost truss. In addition to the19th century village, also visit the museum’s recreated 16th century Indianvillage to see what life was like in Western PA before European settlement; arecreated 18th century frontier trading post and Indian cabin; an exhibit aboutthe barns of Western PA; as well as exhibits of horse-drawn vehicles andequipment, harness racing memorabilia and historic regional photographs. Do not miss the world-renowned Meadowcroft Rockshelter National HistoricLandmark, a prehistoric campsite that dates back 16,000 years (admissionticket required). The museum’s visitor center includes restrooms and a giftshop. A picnic area and pavilion are also located on the grounds.

Entertainment: Live musical performance will take place throughoutthe day in Meadowcroft’s historic 1870 Fairview Church. Nancy Conwayand Tom Crytzer, dressed in period fashions, will perform historical tunesthat date from the American civil war.

Contact: Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village 724.587.3412 orheinzhistorycenter.org.

Directions: Located in Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village in Avella.From Washington, PA: Take Route 18 North to Route 50 West into Avella andfollow signs. From Pittsburgh: Take I-79 South to Exit 54. Turn left on Route 50West for approximately 25 miles into Avella and follow signs.

PINE BANKB R I D G E

Meadowcroft Rockshelter

and Historic Village

Washington County

** Special Hours: Saturday Noon - 5:00 P.M. • Sunday 1:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Activities: Horse and wagon rides, tractor run both days, children’splayground, one-room school house tours, plus many craft and foodvendors.

Contact: Janice Jones 724.663.4777

Directions: Located in East Finley Township Park. From I-70 Exit 6: Turn rightinto Claysville and follow onto Route 231 South. Follow approximately five milesto East Finley Township Park, turning right on Templeton Run Road. From Route18, near Washington/Greene County line: Take Route 231 North. Follow approx-imately five miles to East Finley Township Park, turning left on Templeton RunRoad. Bridge located at left on park grounds.

**Buses Welcome; Ample parking

WYIT SPROWLSB R I D G E

East Finley Township Park

Washington County