EVENTS and GATHERINGS- its important to note that we will follow all social distancing requirements. Mask must be worn at all times except when dining. Your safety and ours is whats most important to us. 

JANUARY:

WINTER beauty is found!

FEBRUARY:

13th- Barnard House- " Valentine Breakfast" share breakfast after a cozy evenings stay in the Barnard House along the river with your loved one. Created to share with a loved one! Social distancing and staggered breakfast times exist.

MARCH:

Story Time- Writers gather! (Details will Follow)

APRIL: 

All month long- The Barnard House plans their Heirloom Gardens- share in conversation and view the 2021 planting guide that Cathy creates. LETS TALK Eatables! Many flats of heirloom vegetables, herbs and flowers are grown for the gardens and the enjoyment of flavor, texture and garnish. We bring the gardens to our guest in bouquets in room and breakfast each morning. 

Lets talk Gardening! The Barnard House is interested in plant swaping!!

EARTH DAY- Celebration - Saturday April 24th- Fireside along the River

Come experience the power of Nature in our community! Discussions around a fire with Mulled Cider, Cookies ( details will soon follow.)

MAY:

1st and 2nd:  Franklin's -"May Garden Mart". Franklin- 9-4 on Sat. / 11-4 Sun. Come celebrate ALL things Spring! Everything you need to create and decorate your GARDEN!

MAY: "LOVE THE ONE YOUR WITH"

The Barnard House recognizes the social impact Covid 19 has had on the ones we LOVE- so we will aid you in creating a SAFE and SPECIAL occasion for your loved one. PRIVATE breakfast or Breakfast TEAS. Share time with a friend or that someone special. Contact Cathy 412-849-5064 and she'll help you create a special memory!

FRIDAY 28th- Monday 31st- MEMORIAL Day WEEKEND - come chill for the weekend. Float on the Allegheny or Kayak. Hike, Bike or just RELAX! We'll help you find the coolest spots. 

JUNE:

SUMMER Solitice -  We have FULL MOON FIRES!

CREATE a Special Time with DAD! we'll help make it special!

FATHERS DAY WEEKEND- 18th - 20th 

Come enjoy a great porch and a good view! BYOB :

19-20-  "Franklin "Blues n BBQ. great BBQ! 19th- Noon -9:00, 20th- Noon-5:00. BLUES music fills the streets! Franklins Annual Event! Stay with us down the trail or drive 30 minutes by car. DETAILS- franklinbluesandbbg.org 

JULY:

4th Weekend-   Friday 2- Sunday 4th  Enjoy the Valley!

9th 10th and 11th "Emlenton Summerfest"  Fireworks will fill the valley at dark on Saturday!

EMLENTON's Summerfest- Old time festival celebrations- from Frog Jumping, foods, fireworks, classic cars, parades, strawberry festival etc. Spans the entire town over 3 days! FIREWORKS fill the valley over the river.Information- ( www.emlentonpa.com)

17th-Forest Bathing- Mineral Springs- The Barnard House host

Lead by Kay Owens 

- Oil Heritage 5th Annual-  July 17th "Bike n Brew" Justus Park, Oil City- created by FLEX - visit www.venangochamber.org for details.

Or - www.ohfbikenbrew.org 

- Oil Heritage Festival- Oil City - Includes a parade, craft show, vendors, outdoor concerts and more. www.oilheritagefestival www.beherevenango.org for details.

AUGUST:

2nd Annual - " River Journeys"  August 21st- Saturday - Experience a unique Retreat along the Allegheny 

( Details will soon be posted- make your reservation for lodging in advance.)

SEPTEMBER: HARVEST SEASON!

Our gardens are filled with fantastic flowers, herbs, vegetables to share with our guest. Its harvest season so Pumpkins fill the porches and Sunflower loom along the porch. Pollinators and Song Birds fill our gardens. 

OCTOBER:

COLORS of the Valley! Come enjoy the fall colors along the river! This is North West Pennsylvania's best time of the year. 

All month long at The Barnard House- " Ghost Stories" pull up a chair and sit a spell! Cathy will share the stories handed down for generations.

???- Foxburg's Fall Festival- Food, Art n Wine! Enjoy the day along the river surrounded by art, food and wine! 

???- Baytree Farm's Fall Festival- enjoy fields of pumpkins, tractor rides and vendors celebrating the Autumn wonders down on the farm! 2265 Nickleville Rd. Emlenton, Pa. 16373- 814-671-3922

NOVEMBER: Winter rates take effect!

DECEMBER:Gifts for any holiday or SPECIAL Occasion!

Give the Gift of Barnard!  Uniquely crafted on parchment paper our gift certificates are a vision of splendor- calligraphy and style! CONTACT- Cathy and request her artist gift certificates for your holiday gift or special occasion.

There are many Holiday Events and Special Features not listed below- please check Oil Region Calendar of Events, Go Foxburg, VisitPa.Com

Foxburg's Events -visit: www.alleghenyriverstone.org- for details

Foxburg Shopping- Foxburg Winery, Divani Chocolates, Red Brick Gallery

Franklin - Historic Liberty Street Shops/Culture - 35 minutes away

Clarion - Old College Town Unique Shops- 25 minutes away

Grove City Outlet Shops 35 minutes  away.