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Learn Native American History The Susquehanna River Archeological Center is dedicated to education, research and preservation of the region's Native American archaeological, cultural and historical assets for the communities within the Twin Tier Region of Southeastern NY and Northeastern PA. The SRAC, located in Waverly, NY, houses a large gift shop and exhibit hall open from 1-5 pm Tuesday-Friday, 11-4 pm Saturday. Group tours available. For more info, www.sracenter.org or check out their video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A2A7wZYVQWg

Evergreen Cemetery The Evergreen Cemetery in Owego, NY has always been a local attraction, particularly the SaSaNa Loft Monument which shows a beautiful panoramic view of the village. Not only is the peaceful cemetery visually attractive, it is also historically significant to the Village of Owego. The cemetery is the final resting place to many important individuals who have shaped Owego and Tioga County into what it is today. For a full color, self-guided tour booklet, call the Tourism Office at 1-800-671-7772.

Claim to Fame It was in a second floor room of his Owego home that world famous parliamentarian, General Henry Martyn Robert wrote his most important work, Robert’s Rules of Order, Revised in 1915. General Robert, who made Owego his retirement home, also lived at various times at 250 and 255 Front Street and several other Owego addresses, and he wrote several books on parliamentary procedures in those places.

"Leaf" It To Me The season of Fall marks the end of hot summer nights, concerts in the park, picnics on the beach, outdoor swimming and kids in summer camp. It also unleashes another colorful season of unique pleasures - a season of apples, pumpkins, scarecrows, leaf-peeping, hayrides, corn mazes, sweater-wearing, cool weather hiking, and scary-fun experiences. Enjoy Fall in Tioga County with a variety of festivals and activities for the whole family, as well as this self-guided driving tour for some of the best leaf peeping sites and scenic viewpoints. Click here for page 1 and here for page 2 of the Leaf Peeping brochure.

The Owego Riverwalk A long-awaited Owego Riverwalk has been completed along the shores of the Susquehanna River in downtown Owego, NY. The Riverwalk begins at Ahwaga Park (a small park at the eastern end of the block of connected commercial buildings known as Riverow) and passes behind Riverow under the Court Street Bridge and continues along the existing Village riverfront park known as Draper Park (a distance of approximately 1,200 feet.) The Riverwalk was officially opened with a ribbon cutting on February 8, 2010.

Win or Lose - It's Fun!! Experience the fun at Tioga Downs Casino in Nichols, NY. Open 7 days a week from 10 am to 2 am - Exit 62 off Rt. 17 / I-86. The only destination in the Finger Lakes Region that offers 100% Finger Lakes wines. Take a chance at winning at more than 750 video lottery terminals and while you're there, enjoy some delicious food at the "County Fair Buffet." www.tiogadowns.com

Hiking Trails Tioga County is rich in scenic beauty. From green rolling hills to a beautiful river, state forests and walking paths, you'll find plenty to explore. For additional information about the many hiking and biking trails throughout Tioga County, get your Trails of Tioga map/brochure - upload map here.

Coolest Small Town in America! The CBS Early Show announced Wednesday, April 15, 2009 that Owego, NY was the "Coolest Small Town in America," voted by a Reader's Poll through an online contest for Budget Travel Magazine. Reasons? Owego has cool restaurants, a good cup of coffee, historic architecture, riverfront attractions, friendly people, a charming downtown with great shops, a great local theatre group, a 3rd Friday ArtWalk, fierce community pride, and so much more.... Make sure you visit us soon, and check out www.coolestsmalltown.com for more info about Owego!

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Enter the Scarecrow Competition!

We're gearing up for the Fall Season! Enter our Scarecrow Owego Competition! All groups or individuals! -- Everyone is invited to join the fun and enter a scarecrow in this year's competition. ...

Lets Go Hike & Bike!

Experience, explore and enjoy four seasons of adventure in the Finger Lakes. Eleven crystal clear lakes along with the Erie Canal and Lake Ontario are resources for diverse water activities, and a...

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Owego Front Street Tour - A Cell Phone Self Guided Tour of Owego's Historic Homes Welcome to Owego, a small, but historic village, located on the Susquehanna River in the heart of New York's Southern...

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"Steel Magnolias" - Friday 3/19/2010

Directed by John Koons. You're sure to enjoy the all female cast in this feature of the "Festival of Women in the Arts." You can catch the play on March 19, 20, 26, 27 at 7:30 pm and on March 21 & 28 at 3 pm. Adults-$15, Seniors-$13, Students-$10.
Waverly Store Front Theater
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324 Broad Street Waverly, NY
	607-565-8714