Join us Saturday, October 19th for a unique bus trip combining Civil War and local history inclusive of:

• A National Park Guide will describe the details of the three-day battle that led to the turning point of the fighting of the Civil War.

• Our own Tom Shay will highlight the Schuylkill County soldiers and units that distinguished themselves in the battle.

• Buffet lunch at the new General Pickett’s buffet located at the Barn Resort. Lunch is included in the price.

• Bus departs from the Cressona Mall parking lot at 7 AM and returns at approximately 6 PM.

• Cost is $90 per person.

Tickets available online or by phone at 570-622-7540.

Retired grocer Bill McMullen and historian Helen Smeltz will present rare 1920s film footage of New Philadelphia on Thursday, October 17, at 6:30 p.m. at the Schuylkill County Historical Society.

The event, sponsored by state Sen. Dave Argall, is free, but donations are welcome.

Richard Bigg, former Pennsylvania Paranormal Research Team Director, will share stories from his new book, Magic in the Mountains, on Saturday, October 12, at 7 p.m. at the Historical Society. Admission is free for members and $5 for the general public.

Mechanicsville author Dean Alan Conrad will discuss and sign copies of his novel After Dark, a tale about homeless people falling victim to supernatural predators, on Thursday, October 10, at 6:30 p.m. at the Schuylkill County Historical Society. Admission is free for Society members and $5 for non-members.

Join us for Maroons Trivia Night at the Chopping Block. Four rounds of game play with seven questions per round, your team has the chance to prove how well they know Maroons History.

Renowned local artist Bob McCormick will celebrate our anthracite heritage with stories and pictures from his new book, Reclamation: From Coal Dust to Hope. 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18.

Join us at Main Street Moonshine (101 W Main St, Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972) for 1920s trivia, a basket raffle, photos with a vintage Model T car, and taste the Maroonshine drink created by Main Street Moonshine.

The incredible plan by the 48th PA. Regiment which was comprised of local anthracite coal miners to develop a tunnel to blow up Confederate fortification at Petersburg, Virginia that would have ended the Civil War.

As part of the experience, fans can purchase a Limited Edition 1925 Pottsville Maroons Championship Poster that will be autographed by Philadelphia Eagles football legend, Ron Jaworski himself. This unique memorabilia celebrates the historic achievement of the 1925 Pottsville Maroons and serves as a collector's item for any football enthusiast. The cost of the autographed poster is $100, offering attendees a chance to own a special piece of football history while meeting a true sports legend. There will be a limited supply of posters, so order online or call to reserve yours today at 570-622-7540. This is on a first come first serve basis, so don’t miss out on this opportunity for a great collector’s item.