Peter starts us off by taking a walk in the woods with Jessica Pierce, Middlesex native and Forester for PA Dept of Conservation and Natural Resources. They discuss the nature of the area and the uniqueness of our township. Then the team has a chat with Melissa Sullivan, owner of Valencia Donut Co and world traveler, who decided to put down community roots in Middlesex Township by buying the business.

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Jessica Pierce, Forester | PA Dept of Conservation and Natural Resources

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Melissa Sullivan, Owner | Valencia Donut Co

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What’s On

Native Seed Paper Making - Succop Nature Preserve

March 21, 10am - 12pm

$10 member, $15 nonmember

Learn the process of up-cycling junk mail and scrap paper and try your hand at making some sheets to take home and hand-harvested native wildflower seeds to create seed paper. Use as a gift tag, card, or card insert. Family friendly (school age and up), registration required.

Butler County Career Fair

Free and open to the community!

March 25, 10am - 2pm

Butler Community College Field House

107 College Drive, Butler Campus

Meet employers from the Greater Pittsburgh region. Attendees do not need to pre-register. If you are job hunting, please bring copies of your updated resume to distribute to employers. Professional dress is expected.

The Middlesex Township legendary farmer himself, Art King, joins the team and talks about the past, present, and future of Harvest Valley Farms and farming in general. Don't be fooled. Farming is a science as well as an art. No pun intended, Art.

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Art King | Harvest Valley Farms

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What’s On

Mars High School Musical Theatre presents The Wizard of Oz

March 13 & 14 7:30pm in the HS auditorium

Tickets on sale ⁠cur8.com⁠

SRU Theatre presents Ride The Cyclone, the musical

March 6-7, 10-11 at 7:30, March 8 matinee at 2pm

SRU’s East Stoner Black Box Theatre - 103 Campus Dr, Slippery Rock

“Hilarious and outlandish story, the lives of six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir are cut short in a freak accident aboard a roller coaster. When they awake in limbo, a mechanical fortune teller invites each to tell a story to win a prize like no other — the chance to return to life. This popular musical is a funny, moving look at what makes a life well-lived!”

Tickets are general admission - buy at ⁠www.sru.edu/tickets⁠ or in person at the box office

$15 for adults; $12 students

74th annual GFWC Intermediate League Of Butler Antiques Show And Sale

March 20-21-22 6-9pm; 3/21-22 open at 10am

at the Tesla/Ramada - 139 Pittsburgh Road Butler

Info on their Facebook page ⁠⁠GFCW Intermediate League⁠⁠

Over 35 dealers - toys, glassware, jewelry, furniture and more

Proceeds will benefit community projects

Tickets $15 for Friday; $10 for Saturday or Sunday

The team has a chat with Mary Brewer, a Middlesex Twp resident and artisan, and discovers the multi-faceted life she's created just by saying yes to things and taking chances. Trust us. You're going to love this!

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Mary Brewer | Local Artisan

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What’s On

Washington/Cherry Pie Hikes at Jennings

Carved In Ice

Saxonburg Winterfest

The team talks with JoAnn Echtler to learn more about the real estate market in Middlesex Township, and they inquire with her about the herd of fainting goats she has. Not to be missed!

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JoAnn Echtler | Realtor

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Fainting Goats Video & Explanation

What’s On

FREE Naturist Led Walk

Every Thursday - Succup Nature Park - Airport Rd & Route 8 - 9-10am

Get to know our park, trails and see what changes with each season. Registration is requested so they can plan.

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Raptor Encounters - Succup Nature Park

Thursday 2/12

Different times for different ages (Families, Adults, Preschoolers) $10/$15

Explore the fascinating lives of hawks, owls, falcons, and other birds of prey. Each event offers a chance to see these magnificent birds up close and gain a new appreciation for their role in western Pennsylvania ecosystems.

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Four Course Dinner with Chef Jason Rodgers (Della Terra - Zelie)

Selenite Tea House

Thursday 2/12

6:30-8:30 - $75 per person, registrations are required
Intimate 4 course dinner, celebrates comforting flavors, refined technique, and the quiet beauty of gathering during winter.

The team chats with Jonny Kigin of Noteworthy Music and discovers a way for Peter to have theme music played by one of his children each time he enters a room. You'll never guess which instrument he wants them to use!

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Jonny Kigin | Noteworthy Music

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What's On

Winterfest
Butler County photo contest - DINERS + DATE NIGHTS
Sweetest Season Pancake Breakfast

The team invites Ryan Stauffer to join them and discuss Succop Nature Park and the Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania. They talk fire craft, trees, birds, and Maple Syrup. Yum! And Peter gives insight into the oil boom that helped form Middlesex Township and the surrounding area.

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Ryan Stauffer | Succop Nature Park

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Drake’s Well in Titusville

Oil Creek State Park Bike Trail

What is a Pileated Woodpecker?

What’s On

Succop Winter Tree ID Class

Moraine State Park Bird Walk

Succop Winter Firecraft Class

The team talks Middlesex historical figure Miss West (1844-1924) who made quite a name for herself not be messed with. They also sit down with Janae Callihan, Director of the Mars Area Public Library and discover the range of opportunities the library provides to the surrounding townships. And, as always, check out What's On for things you can do through the next couple of wintry weeks. Merry Christmas!

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Janae Callihan | Director, Mars Area Public Library

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What’s On

South Butler Christmas Bird Count

Succop Kids Christmas Bird Count

Mars Area Public Library Calendar Page

The team welcomes local author & musician Cecilia Tomko to the show, as well as special guest, Megan Afonwhine, daughter of Peter and Cerri Walker! Topics include a historical custody battle for the ages complete with interstate travel - Moraine State Park and Lake Arthur (do you know who Arthur was?) - books using Butler as the backdrop for the storyline - and what is the favorite Middlesex Twp Christmas movie? Listen and let us know what you think!

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Cecilia Tomko | Local Author

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Cecilia: The Saint of Music on Yahoo

What’s On

Fun Fore All

Three Rivers Paintball

Experience Butler Photo Contest