BW Special Events


Sound Healing with Carissa McClellan

Saturday February 15 from 6-7 PM

Saturday February 15th from 6-7 PM

Come escape stress with sound healing and rediscover tranquility with soothing frequencies of crystal singing bowls, chimes, and other healing instruments. Connect with the present moment through mindful meditation and breath awareness. Sound baths promote a state of deep relaxation, potentially reducing anxiety and a sense of calm. Improves overall well-being and can enhance mental clarity, improve sleep quality, and contribute to a more balanced emotional state. The frequency from the sounds resonate with the body, creating a sense of harmony and balance. (Individual experiences vary.) Elevate your well-being with the healing power of sound at our upcoming workshop.

Hello there! I’m Carissa McClellan, and my journey into sound healing started in late 2020, as a personal quest for a holistic approach to my overall well-being and mental health. As life presented its challenges, I found myself seeking internal peace. It was during this exploration that I stumbled upon the effects of frequencies on the mind, body, and soul. I discovered how these vibrations can release energy and bring deep relaxation. Sound practices and meditation quickly became a part of my daily morning routine for my personal growth. With encouragement from a supportive friend and mentor, I am now excited to share my new-found passion and inspire others on their own paths of self-discovery through mindfulness and sounds with workshops or one-on-one sessions. I invite you to join me on this journey of healing with frequencies and mindfulness.

What to Wear: Comfortable Attire, wear loose, comfortable clothing to allow for ease of movement and relaxation. What to bring: Bring a yoga mat, pillow, and blanket to sit or lie on comfortably during the session. Water bottle is also encouraged. (Optional Eye Mask or Cover: Some participants prefer to enhance their experience by using an eye mask or covering their eyes to create a more introspective atmosphere.) How to Arrive: Approach the session with an open mind and set intentions for relaxation, stress relief, or any personal goals you may have for the experience. Be present in the moment and focus on the sounds as they guide you. Mindful breathing can also enhance the experience. Remember, the most important aspect is to come with an open heart and a willingness to embrace the therapeutic benefits of the sound bath.


Come play Bottle Works Valentine’s BINGO with us and enjoy some fun and prizes. Don’t forget to bring a significant other or a friend. Prizes will include cash and original art.

All proceeds benefit ongoing programming at the Bottle Works including scholarships for youth programming.

Desserts and snacks will be available for purchase in addition to 50/50. Bottle Works will provide a glass of B&L wine for your sipping pleasure.

Admission $20 per person. Pre-registration is required.


Saturday March 15 from 10-2

NatureWorks, our free, family-friendly event, is back again in 2025, and we are excited to celebrate the great outdoor opportunities in our region while educating the community on all of the amazing resources available.

NatureWorks welcomes more than 20 conservation and outdoor recreation-themed groups to the Bottle Works.  Presenting partners will provide information and interactive activities to help the community learn and become more engaged with the environmental happenings in our region.  NatureWorks presenting partners include, but may not be limited to: 

1. Allegheny Ridge Corp (Pittsburgh to Harrisburg Main Line Canal Greenway)

2. Benscreek Canoe Club

3. Bluebird Society of Pennsylvania

4. Brandywine Conservancy & Penguin Court

5. Cambria County Conservation District

6. Cambria County Library

7. First Waves

8. Friends of the Inclined Plane Trail

9. Johnstown Ridgebacks

10. Laurel Highlands On & Off Road Bicycling Association (LHORBA) 

11. Lorain-Stonycreek Hiking Trails 

12. Mountain Laurel Trout Unlimited

13. National Wild Turkey Federation 

14. PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Bureau of Forestry –

Gallitzin State Forest

15. PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources – Prince Gallitzin State

Park

16. PA Fish and Boat Commission

17. Pennsylvania Master Naturalist 

18. Pennsylvania Master Naturalist

19. Penn State Master Gardeners

20. Pittsburgh Zoo’s International Conservation Center 

21. Saint Francis University R.O.C.K. (Rural Outreach Chemistry for Kids) 

22. Somerset Conservation District 

23. Stackhouse Park

24. Stonycreek-Conemaugh River Improvement Project (SCRIP)

25. United States Department of Agriculture

Melissa Reckner, program manager at Penguin Court in Laughlintown, said, “NatureWorks is a fantastic opportunity to introduce people to some of the conservation and outdoor recreation groups operating within the region.  Our partners provide knowledge and expertise in a number of topics and show that the region has a lot to offer.  They also convey ways families can conserve our precious resources, while enjoying them, too.  It’s just a fun day.”

In our gallery spaces, we are pleased to present “Butterflies, Birds, and Beasts” an exhibit by Lydia Mack. The exhibit will feature a collection of nature-inspired paintings.

“My work is often inspired by the wildlife (especially butterflies), and scenery I encounter while walking on the rural back roads near my home in New Florence, PA. I endeavor to capture the fascination of nature in my artwork.”

NatureWorks sponsors include Penguin Court, a preserve of Brandywine Conservancy.


Special Guest – Javier Hernandez

Creator of El Muerto and the designer of the Steve Ditko mural at the Bottle Works and “You Don’t Know Ditko” fanzine!

Special Guest – Will Murray

Co-Creator of Marvel Comics, Squirrel Girl!

Special Guest – Jack C. Harris

Author of “Working With Ditko”!

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