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SUMMARY:Historic Ligonier Guided Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join Spencer Pfrogner from the history-minded YouTube channel Redoubt Productions for an hour-long journey into the past\, right in the heart of downtown Ligonier. This experience highlights the heritage of several landmarks surrounding the town square. Incredible true stories that you will learn span from the era of the horse-drawn stagecoach\, the age of steam railroading and into the rise of the automobile. Guests will walk away learning about the people who continually molded The Diamond in parallel with the ever-changing direction of U.S. History. \nGuided Tours will be offered at 10 AM\, 12 PM & 2 PM. Tours are free to attend and begin outside the main entrance of the Library building. Tours are outdoors and circle The Diamond with the use of sidewalks and crosswalks. Guests are encouraged to dress appropriately for the weather as tours occur rain or shine\, with exceptions for severe weather. \nFor more information about Spencer’s work visit https://redoubtproductions1754.com/. \nVisit https://www.ligonierlibrary.org/historic-walking-tour/ for more information about the historic sites featured on the walking tour.
URL:https://www.ligonierlibrary.org/event/historic-ligonier-guided-walking-tour/2026-05-09/3/
CATEGORIES:History and Genealogy,Walking Tour
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SUMMARY:Historic Ligonier Guided Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join Spencer Pfrogner from the history-minded YouTube channel Redoubt Productions for an hour-long journey into the past\, right in the heart of downtown Ligonier. This experience highlights the heritage of several landmarks surrounding the town square. Incredible true stories that you will learn span from the era of the horse-drawn stagecoach\, the age of steam railroading and into the rise of the automobile. Guests will walk away learning about the people who continually molded The Diamond in parallel with the ever-changing direction of U.S. History. \nGuided Tours will be offered at 10 AM\, 12 PM & 2 PM. Tours are free to attend and begin outside the main entrance of the Library building. Tours are outdoors and circle The Diamond with the use of sidewalks and crosswalks. Guests are encouraged to dress appropriately for the weather as tours occur rain or shine\, with exceptions for severe weather. \nFor more information about Spencer’s work visit https://redoubtproductions1754.com/. \nVisit https://www.ligonierlibrary.org/historic-walking-tour/ for more information about the historic sites featured on the walking tour.
URL:https://www.ligonierlibrary.org/event/historic-ligonier-guided-walking-tour/2026-05-09/2/
CATEGORIES:History and Genealogy,Walking Tour
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SUMMARY:Historic Ligonier Guided Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join Spencer Pfrogner from the history-minded YouTube channel Redoubt Productions for an hour-long journey into the past\, right in the heart of downtown Ligonier. This experience highlights the heritage of several landmarks surrounding the town square. Incredible true stories that you will learn span from the era of the horse-drawn stagecoach\, the age of steam railroading and into the rise of the automobile. Guests will walk away learning about the people who continually molded The Diamond in parallel with the ever-changing direction of U.S. History. \nGuided Tours will be offered at 10 AM\, 12 PM & 2 PM. Tours are free to attend and begin outside the main entrance of the Library building. Tours are outdoors and circle The Diamond with the use of sidewalks and crosswalks. Guests are encouraged to dress appropriately for the weather as tours occur rain or shine\, with exceptions for severe weather. \nFor more information about Spencer’s work visit https://redoubtproductions1754.com/. \nVisit https://www.ligonierlibrary.org/historic-walking-tour/ for more information about the historic sites featured on the walking tour.
URL:https://www.ligonierlibrary.org/event/historic-ligonier-guided-walking-tour/2026-05-09/1/
CATEGORIES:History and Genealogy,Walking Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T173000
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SUMMARY:Genealogy Forum - Beyond Ancestry: Five Websites a Genealogist Will Love
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered who you might be related to\, or how your family came to the United States or\, more specifically\, to Pennsylvania or Ligonier? \nThe Ligonier Valley Library’s Genealogy Forum will help you develop the tricks and tools needed to trace your family lineage\, start your own family bible\, or just learn more about family history in general. Each forum meeting focuses on some aspect of family research and occasionally features a guest speaker. Programs are led by or organized by the library’s Pennsylvania Room Archivist. \nMarch’s Genealogy Forum meeting\, “Beyond Ancestry: Five Websites a Genealogist Will Love\,” will be presented by Cynthia Hodgson on March 24 from 5:30–6:45 PM. \nThe Genealogy Forum meets the 4th Tuesday of January\, March\, May\, September\, and October. \nGenealogy Forum meetings are free and open to the public. \nFor more information\, call the library at 724-238-6451 or email paroom@ligonierlibrary.org
URL:https://www.ligonierlibrary.org/event/genealogy-forum-3/
CATEGORIES:History and Genealogy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T184500
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CREATED:20260221T164343Z
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SUMMARY:The People of Ligonier's Market Street
DESCRIPTION:Local historian Spencer Pfrogner will present another program in his engaging “People of Ligonier” series on Tuesday\, March 10\, 5:30 – 6:45pm in the Community Room at Ligonier Valley Library. In “The People of Ligonier’s Market Street\,” he will discuss the people\, businesses\, and buildings of both North and South Market Streets. \nIn addition to his presentation\, the Pennsylvania Room will display photographs\, documents\, and maps from their extensive collection. \nLight refreshments will be served.
URL:https://www.ligonierlibrary.org/event/the-people-of-ligoniers-market-street-2/
CATEGORIES:History and Genealogy,People of Ligonier
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SUMMARY:Genealogy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered who you might be related to\, or how your family came to the United States or\, more specifically\, to Pennsylvania or Ligonier? \nThe Ligonier Valley Library’s Genealogy Forum will help you develop the tricks and tools needed to trace your family lineage\, start your own family bible\, or just learn more about family history in general. Each forum meeting focuses on some aspect of family research and occasionally features a guest speaker. Programs are led by or organized by the library’s Pennsylvania Room Archivist. \nThis month\, join us for an informal networking night with fellow genealogy enthusiasts! This is a great opportunity to share new resources\, swap research tips\, talk through brick walls\, and learn what others are working on. Whether you’re a longtime researcher or just getting started\, come connect\, collaborate\, and meet new folks who share your passion for family history. \nGenealogy Forum meetings are free and open to the public. \nThe Forum meets the 4th Tuesday of January\, March\, May\, September\, and October. \nFor more information\, call the library at 724-238-6451 or email paroom@ligonierlibrary.org \n 
URL:https://www.ligonierlibrary.org/event/genealogy-forum-2/
CATEGORIES:History and Genealogy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T150000
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SUMMARY:Ligonier's Historic Diamond Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join local historian Spencer Pfrogner on a journey 250+ years in the making. Discover the stories behind several of The Diamond’s landmarks and key individuals. Learn how downtown Ligonier evolved from a harsh wilderness frontier into a must-see mountain getaway. \nTours will leave the library at 10:00am\, 12:00pm\, and 2:00pm and will last approximately 60 minutes. \nFor more information about Spencer’s work visit https://redoubtproductions1754.com/. \nVisit https://www.ligonierlibrary.org/historic-walking-tour/ for more information about the historic sites featured on the walking tour. \n 
URL:https://www.ligonierlibrary.org/event/ligoniers-historic-diamond-walking-tour-3/
CATEGORIES:History and Genealogy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T130000
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SUMMARY:Ligonier's Historic Diamond Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join local historian Spencer Pfrogner on a journey 250+ years in the making. Discover the stories behind several of The Diamond’s landmarks and key individuals. Learn how downtown Ligonier evolved from a harsh wilderness frontier into a must-see mountain getaway.  \nTours will leave the library at 10:00am\, 12:00pm\, and 2:00pm and will last approximately 60 minutes. \nFor more information about Spencer’s work visit https://redoubtproductions1754.com/.  \nVisit https://www.ligonierlibrary.org/historic-walking-tour/ for more information about the historic sites featured on the walking tour. \n 
URL:https://www.ligonierlibrary.org/event/ligoniers-historic-diamond-walking-tour-2/
CATEGORIES:History and Genealogy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T100000
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UID:10000567-1763200800-1763204400@www.ligonierlibrary.org
SUMMARY:Ligonier's Historic Diamond Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join local historian Spencer Pfrogner on a journey 250+ years in the making. Discover the stories behind several of The Diamond’s landmarks and key individuals. Learn how downtown Ligonier evolved from a harsh wilderness frontier into a must-see mountain getaway.  \nTours will leave the library at 10:00am\, 12:00pm\, and 2:00pm and will last approximately 60 minutes. \nFor more information about Spencer’s work visit https://redoubtproductions1754.com/.  \nVisit https://www.ligonierlibrary.org/historic-walking-tour/ for more information about the historic sites featured on the walking tour. \n 
URL:https://www.ligonierlibrary.org/event/ligoniers-historic-diamond-walking-tour/
CATEGORIES:History and Genealogy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T173000
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SUMMARY:The People of Ligonier’s Diamond
DESCRIPTION:BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! \nExplore the rich history of Ligonier’s town center with local historian Spencer Pfrogner. This talk will highlight landmark places and key figures who helped shape the Diamond throughout the 19th and 20th centuries. Discover how the people and businesses of the past made the Diamond the heart of the community it remains today. \nContinue your journey through history by joining Ligonier’s Historic Diamond Walking Tour\, led by Spencer Pfrogner on Saturday\, November 15. The hour-long tours will leave the library at 10am\, 11am\, and 12pm. Stroll through downtown Ligonier and see the sites featured in the talk come to life\, from historic storefronts to well-known gathering places. The tour offers a fascinating opportunity to connect stories from the past with the places you see today. \nFor more information about Spencer’s work visit https://redoubtproductions1754.com/.
URL:https://www.ligonierlibrary.org/event/the-people-of-ligoniers-diamond/
CATEGORIES:History and Genealogy
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SUMMARY:Ligonier Diamond History Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Grab your walking shoes and get ready for a historic adventure around the Diamond! Pick up a clue card at the Ligonier Valley Library\, then explore the town square to match each clue with the right historic building. Bring your completed card back to the library for a chance to win a $10 Ligonier Valley Chamber of Commerce gift certificate. It’s a fun way for all ages to learn a little history and see Ligonier in a new way! \nLearn more about the Historic Walking Tour at https://www.ligonierlibrary.org/historic-walking-tour/.
URL:https://www.ligonierlibrary.org/event/ligonier-diamond-history-challenge/
CATEGORIES:History and Genealogy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T183000
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SUMMARY:Genealogy Forum 2025
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered who you might be related to\, or how your family came to the United States or\, more specifically\, to Pennsylvania or Ligonier? \nThe Ligonier Valley Library’s Genealogy Forum will help you develop the tricks and tools needed to trace your family lineage\, start your own family bible\, or just learn more about family history in general. Each forum meeting focuses on some aspect of family research and occasionally features a guest speaker. Programs are led by or organized by the library’s Pennsylvania Room Archivist. \nThis month is “Coming to America” presented by Donna Edwards-Jordan: \nAt the beginning of every American family is an immigrant ancestor. Finding these forebears is a research challenge that offers real rewards: the chance to explore our Old World roots and perhaps discover family connections in other countries. In this program\, we look at the history of immigration in America and give some tips for finding your immigrant ancestors. Take-home materials include Internet-based resources for immigration research and some links to European research sites. \n2025 Forum Meetings: \n\nJanuary 28 – Networking Night\nMarch 25 – Make an Ancestor Button and/or Mug!\nMay 27 – Who are you researching?\nSept 23 – Show & Tell with your Family Treasures\nOct 28th – “Coming to America” by Donna Edwards-Jordan – How to find your immigrant ancestors\n\nThe group meets on the 4th Tuesday of January\, March\, May\, September\, and October \nGenealogy Forum meetings are free and open to the public. \nFor more information\, call the library at 724-238-6451 or email paroom@ligonierlibrary.org
URL:https://www.ligonierlibrary.org/event/genealogy-forum-2025-2/
CATEGORIES:History and Genealogy
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