17 Spring Garden Workshop: 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Participants enjoy a day of lectures and presentations on the many amazing aspects of gardening. The Garden Workshop qualifies as update training for Master Gardeners. During the workshop, participants will have an opportunity to tour Old Economy Village's historic gardens. At the Garden Mart an assortment of plants and ornamental garden gifts will be available for purchase.
Space is limited, pre-registration and prepayment is required.
Call (724)266-4500 ext. 101 to register.

2–6 Summer Day Camp: Tentative

14 Garden Party 6:00 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Please join us for an evening in the historic gardens of Economy on the Ohio. Wine and Hors D'oeuvres will be served. Hosted by the Friends of Old Economy Village. Donations $60.00 per couple. Please call (724)266-4500 ext. 101.

29 Gertrude Rapp's 202nd Birthday Noon–5:00 p.m.
Wish Gertrude Rapp, the granddaughter of Harmony Society founder, George Rapp, a happy 202nd Birthday. Gertrude was arguably the first nationally known businesswoman in western Pennsylvania. She was responsible for the management of the Harmony Society's silk factory, and won several national awards for designs and fabrics.

25 Erntefest: Harmonist Harvest Festival 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Learn how the Harmonists celebrated the harvest and prepared for the long winter. Churn butter, make apple schnitz, or press apples for cider and more. Craftsmen will be demonstrating. Enjoy site tours, Harmonist music, and dozens of family-friendly activities. Homemade German food and baked goods will be available at St. John's Lutheran Church.

17 German Stars Workshop 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Discover a beautiful form of paper folding to create a unique holiday artwork and symbol of Christmas. Learn how to create your own star decoration or Christmas tree ornament. Space is limited, pre-registration and prepayment is required.
Call (724)266-4500 ext. 101 to register.

27 Christmas with Belsnickel 10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Children ages 6-12, tour the Village, make a craft and visit with Belsnickel. Parents are invited to join the party at noon to sing to Belsnickel and take a picture or two. Space is limited. Pre-registration and prepayment is required.
Call (724)266-4500 ext. 101 to register.

5 Christmas Fundraiser Dinner 6:00 p.m.
Enjoy a very special evening combining the rich culture of the Harmony Society with a unique dining opportunity. The dinner takes place in the historic Feast Hall, where you will dine by lantern light. Along with a delicious meal, special musical interludes will punctuate the evening as well as an auction of unique gifts for the holidays. Proceeds of this event go to the Friends of Old Economy Village, who support educational programs and special projects to over 20,000 visitors to the Site every year.
For more information and reservations, call (724)266-4500 ext. 101

11 Christmas at the Village 2:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Tour the decorated Village, enjoy musical performances, and shop for unique gifts made by traditional craftsmen at the Weihnachtsmarkt. Children and their parents will enjoy many hands-on activities, carriage rides, and das Kinderhaus. Enjoy delicious homemade German food prepared by members of St. John's Lutheran Church, in the original house of worship of the Harmony Society. Parking shuttle service is available.