November 2026
Upcoming Meetings
November 16th, 2026
My Military Service

John Meyerhoff, a 27-year veteran of the Navy and Marine Corps, will be guest speaker at the November meeting,
Our monthly meetings are held on the 3rd Monday of the month at 7:00 p.m. (note time change) at the Sportsman's Club in Conneaut Lake. It is open to the public free of charge. Hall is handicapped-accessible and smoke-free. Refreshments will follow the program.
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No Meetings
We forgo all meetings between December and March due to possible inclement weather. Our next regular meeting will be in April.

December Event
We will be joining the downtown businesses at a special event at a date to be announced in December.
Watch for special announcements about this event -- designed to get everyone in the Christmas spirit and offer shoppers special items at special prizes.
Programs are Postponed for Winter
As has been our custom, after the November program, we won't hold any programs until April.
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We voted several years ago to not have program in winter because of the weather possibilities.
So we hope everyone enjoys the winter months and see you in April!
Give Back
November is the month for the annual Palmiero-Toyota Give Back Program.
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We are one of many non-profits registered and it is very simple.
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It costs no money; just a few minutes of your time each day.
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Here's how it works:
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Starting Nov. 1, you go to the Palmiero-Toyota business on Conneaut Lake Road (across from Wal-Mart).
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In the area closest to Conneaut Lake, there are many boxes with names on them.
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You go into the area, take a ticket from the ticket dispenser and drop it to the box marked Conneaut Lake Area Historical Society.
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Then you can leave.
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You do that every day, Monday through Saturday (except Thanksgiving). You can vote once a day.
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There is no fee, no sales pitch, just a way to vote to help us raise money.
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The project goes through the Saturday after Thanksgiving.
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The group with the most number of votes wins $5,000.
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Others receive lower amounts -- based on the number of votes.
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The more votes we get, the more money we get.
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Please help us earn some money and support this wonderful project of Palmiero-Toyota.
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Also, please tell your friends and family. It is open to anybody, including children!
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Remember, One vote every day for every person willing to take a few minutes!
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Thanks in advance!
Christmas Party
The annual Christmas party for members and guests is set for Dec. 21 at 6:15 at the Iroquois Club, Conneaut Lake.
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Choice of dinner is: Stuffed chicken breast or pork tenderloin for $31; or salmon for $36.75 or vegetarian, $28.45. This includes tax and gratuity.
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Advance reservations are needed by Dec.5th.
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Reservations may be made by calling Jean Shanley at 814-337-6377 or email at grandmagjane@zoominternet.net.
Christmas is Coming
Don't forget our annual Small Business Saturday Sale.
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It is the Saturday after Thanksgiving from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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We have new items -- the pony track ornament and engraved tumblers.
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We also have all types of clothing, books and special items.
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If we don't have the size and/or color, we can order it.
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However, we need ALL Christmas orders by Nov. 30!
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We have items from $1 to $400 -- and every price in between.
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We have gifts for both children and adults.
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Thanks in advance for your support!
Christmas Sale
We will have our annual Small Business Sale on the Saturday afternoon Thanksgiving, Nov. 28, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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We have several new items this year.
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Our annual Wendell Forge ornament is the Pony Track at Conneaut Lake Park. It continues to be the same price: $12 or three for $30.
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(You can also buy three different ornaments as well because we still have limited numbers of: Blue Streak, Miniature Train, Hotel Conneaut, Dreamland Ballroom and Liberty the Second.)
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However, once these ornaments are gone, we won't be reordering any of them.
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We also have new tumbler with "Conneaut Lake, My Happy Place" engraved on them
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Of course, we still have all the old favorite books and clothing -- from t-shirts to sweatshirts and hoodies (with or without zipper) and one-quarter zipper sweatshirts.
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We have the three dimension pictures of Conneaut Lake as well.
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We do have a new three dimensional picture that is 25 by 36 inches for $400. It needs to be special ordered so if you want one for Christmas, please call Jane Smith at 814-337-6377 before Nov. 25.
If you are looking for something unique, check us out.
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We try not to compete with local businesses so our gift items are slightly different.
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We have gifts ranging from $2 to $400 (and everywhere in between).
We also have gifts for kids- puzzzles and clothing.
Hope to see you there.
Mark your calendars
We have a full schedule of activities planned for the rest of the year:
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So mark your calendar and plan to attend and./or better yet, sign up to help.
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Nov. 28: Small Business Saturday Sale, 10 a.m.to 2 p.m.
Dec. 21: Christmas Party
Ice House Festival
The museum will be open on Saturday, Dec. 7, starting at 10 a.m. in conjunction with the downtown Ice House Festival.
Stop by and warm up with hot chocolate and a cookie -- free of charge.
You can see the great display of Christmas trees and lights, see the other exhibits and buy something in our gift shop!
Spread the word.
The museum is open free of charge as well.
Save the date
Save the date of Dec. 16 for our annual Christmas dinner at the Iroquois Club.
It is open to all members and guests.
The menu will be announced shortly and reservations can be made.
Exhibits
The exhibit committee has made a few changes in the displays this year.
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The military display has been changed to add a sculpture, "The Perpetual Soldier,"which is absolutely beautiful.
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It was sculpted by Donald Valentine Jr. and is a life-size statue of a soldier in khaki uniform.
The exhibit area was expanded as we moved the clothing rack to make more room.
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Pictures of the Century Buildings honored lat year are displayed so everyone can see what they look like -- and consider nominating other 100-year (or older) buildings for consideration in 2025.
Did you know a man who used to live in Conneaut Lake was a National Rifle Shooting Champion in the early 1900s?
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Some of the loving cups by J. P. Ittel are displayed along with other memorabilia showcasing his accomplishments.
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Mr. Ittel also made a model of a famous church in Normandy where paratroopers landed on D-Day.It also has been donated to use and isdislayed near the church section -- reminding us how important churches area.
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Please take a few minutes to stop by the museum and see all the exhibits.
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And, check out the new cubby holes which has all our clothing arranged neatly for easy shopping.
Crawford Gives is Coming
The annual Crawford Gives program of the Crawford County Heritage Community Foundation is set for August 12 through Aug. 15.
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The program is simple. People may send donations designated for the historical society o the Foundation on those days via check or call with credit card or go to office with cash.
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Once the program is over, the foundation tabulates all the donations and then adds a percentage to the total (based on funds donated for this program by sponsors) and then sends us a check for the new total. It usually is about 3 percent and we get it within a few months.
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It is an easy way for the society to raise funds and all donations are tax deductible
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Please mark your calendars and consider making a one-time donation.
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Thank you in advance,
Upcoming Events
Below is a list of upcoming events for this summer.
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Please post it where you can see it and join us for lots of fun and sharing our history!
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EVENTS 2025​​
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July 12, 2025 Car Show 10 am – 2 pm @ Museum
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Aug. 2, 2025 Paddlefest 7 am – noon @ Fireman’s Beach
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Aug. 9, 2025 Liberty Program (40 years) 10 am -2 pm @ Museum
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Aug. 13, 2025 Tiki Bar 4 pm – 9 pm @ Conneaut Lake Park
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Sept. 2025 Century Program 9am @ Museum
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Sept. 2025 Picnic 6pm – 8 pm @ Msgr Toland Park
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Oct. 10, 11, & 12, 2025 Pumpkinfest @ Conneaut Lake Park
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Oct. 11, 2025 Pumpkinfest Parade 9 am @ In the Boro
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Nov. 2025 Christmas Trees @ Museum
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Nov. 29, 2025 Christmas Sale 10 am – 2 pm @ Museum
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Dec. 2025 Ice House Fest. @ Boro and Museum
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Dec. 15, 2025 Christmas Party @ Iroquois Club
Membership Dues
Dues for 2025 are now due and can be sent to CLAHS, P.O. Box 425,Conneaut Lake, Pa., 16316.
Annual dues are $12.
Lifetime dues are $150.
All members receive a 10 percent discount on any merchandise purchased.
