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Giving Back by Volunteering during the Holiday Season

Giving Back: The Power of Volunteering During the Holiday Season


As the holiday season approaches, it’s the perfect time to get involved in the community and make a meaningful impact. Volunteering offers more than just a change to give back; it’s a way to connect with others, develop new skills and expand your network. The end of the year can be a challenging time for Read More…

December 2024 Education Update

EDUCATION UPDATE


The Keystone Community Education Council is proud to announce the Industrial Maintenance Apprenticeship program is coming to Oil City, beginning in Spring 2025. Thanks to PAsmart Grant funding, 45% of tuition costs are covered this year. For more information on this and other apprenticeship programs, contact Shawn DeLong by phone at (814) 677-4427 or email Read More…

FLEX Holiday Events

FLEX Events: Holiday Happenings


Ugly Holiday Sweater Party: Our Annual Holiday Party will take place Thursday, December 5, at FoxTales Pub in Franklin. Wear your best festive ugly sweater and join us for a fun evening with other young professionals. We ask each attendee to bring an item to donate to Hope 21 Boutique in Oil City—requested items include Read More…

OC First Night Celebrates 25 years

First Night ® Oil City Celebrates 25 Years


Oil City Arts Council’s annual New Year’s Eve celebration, First Night ® Oil City, will take place on Sunday, December 31, 2024 from 6 p.m. until 11 p.m. This year marks the 25th Anniversary of this wonderful event and the theme for the gala event is “Silver Bells”. This fun-filled, family-oriented, non-alcoholic New Year’s Eve Read More…