Let's look at Hershey this week :)
If you get the chance you could go to Hershey World - which isn't the same as the amusement park - But there is more to the town and its heritage. Check out the Hershey Gardens!
There's an Antique Auto Museum for the guys - or if you are in to that...And there are lots of restaurants available. My favorite is the Hershey Pantry. Give it a try if you get the chance.
Though childless, the Hersheys loved children. In 1909 he and his wife
established and financed the Milton Hershey School, an educational institution
for orphaned boys. In 1918 he placed most of his fortune in trust for the
school. Today, the Milton Hershey School enrolls 1100 boys and girls who meet
admission criteria. In 1970 Founders Hall was dedicated as a tribute to Milton
S. Hershey and his wife Catherine. The Founders Hall Rotunda is the second
largest in the world. Visitors can tour areas of this beautiful building and its
grounds weekdays all year. Admission is free.
Here's something I got in my emails that I thought you might like to know about...
Lititz
Named Coolest Small Town in America!
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We're proud of all of our quaint small towns and villages here in Lancaster
County, but now one of them can lay official claim to being the "coolest" in the
whole United States. Lititz, home to the Wilbur Chocolate Factory and
the oldest commercial pretzel bakery in the United States, recently won an
online poll at BudgetTravel.com as the Coolest Small Town in the
country! See why everyone agrees Lititz is so great! |
Lancaster County Mud Sales
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Greetings from Lancaster County! The scene is like no other. Early in the morning, people flock to a muddy field or small town in the middle of the Amish countryside. Before long, thousands have gathered, Amish and "English" (non-Amish) alike, waiting for the first items to come up for bid. This is the scene at a Lancaster County mud sale, spring auctions that bring communities and visitors together in an intriguing mesh of the cultures of the region. 2013 Mud Sale Dates & Locations March 2 & March 16 Bart Township Annual Auction/Mud Sale March 9 Gordonville Spring Mud Sale & Auction March 16 Penryn Fire Company Mud Sale Plan an upcoming visit around a mud sale using one of our pre-planned itineraries! |
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There is so much to do in this part of Pennsylvania, I hope you'll take some time visit some of these sites. Here is a map of historic places that are in or really close to Harrisburg:
The State Museum of Pennsylvania
Adjacent to Pennsylvania’s State Capitol building in Harrisburg, The State Museum offers exhibits and exquisite collections interpreting the state’s fascinating heritage. From the dawn of geologic time, to the Native American experience, colonial and revolutionary beginnings, and a pivotal Civil War battleground through the Commonwealth’s vast industrial age,The State Museum demonstrates that Pennsylvania’s story is America’s story.
Gettysburg, PA
The Battle of Gettysburg was a turning point in the Civil War, the Union victory that ended General Robert E. Lee's second and most ambitious invasion of the North. Often referred to as the "High Water Mark of the Rebellion", Gettysburg was the war's bloodiest battle with 51,000 casualties. It was also the inspiration for President Abraham Lincoln's immortal "Gettysburg Address".
The National Civil War Museum
As President Lincoln's Gettysburg Address encompassed the emotions of the American struggle, The National Civil War Museum portrays this struggle as a time line, from the issues straining the nation through the war's conclusion at Appomattox Court House. Nowhere can you find a better understanding of the Civil War, its effect on the nation, or on the people. Come walk our halls. See and feel the emotions rise and fall as you embrace Bull Run, Shiloh, Vicksburg, Chancellorsville, Wilderness, Antietam, and Gettysburg; once ordinary places transformed to hallowed ground within a few hours.
Daniel Boone Homestead
Join us for a relaxed evening on the lawn. Bring a picnic dinner and listen to music, tour the Boone house & Bertolet cabin, and play eighteenth century games. There will also be various eighteenth century demonstrations throughout the evening, including blacksmithing and spinning.
Ephrata Cloister
One of America's earliest religious communities, the
Ephrata Cloister was founded in 1732 by German settlers seeking spiritual goals
rather than earthly rewards. Gathered in unique European style buildings, the
community consisted of celibate Brothers and Sisters, and a married congregation
of families.
At the zenith of the community in the 1740s and 1750s, about 300 members worked and worshiped at the Cloister. Today, the National Historic Landmark is open for tours, special programs, and on-going research opportunities.
At the zenith of the community in the 1740s and 1750s, about 300 members worked and worshiped at the Cloister. Today, the National Historic Landmark is open for tours, special programs, and on-going research opportunities.
Landis Valley Village and Farm Museum
Landis Valley Village and Farm Museum is the largest
museum of early Pennsylvania German life in the country.
Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania
Explore more than 100 historic locomotives and vintage railroad cars at Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania.
Cornwall Iron Furnace
Cornwall Iron Furnace is America's most complete
charcoal-fueled iron-making complex.
I know many of you are planning to come early or stay longer so you can see some of the sights around Amish Country and do some shopping before going home so I'm offering this site to you as a fantastic way to plan an itinerary. I've made one for our Saturday outing and if you want to see it you just have to follow the instructions...Go to the site and you will see "New Trip" & "Saved Trips"; click on "Saved Trips" at the top of the page. This will take you to where you will need to log in. The user name is COF2013PA and the password is COF2013 - clever, huh? The next page will show you what is in store for Saturday! No, no one will probably make it to all these stops but hopefully you'll get to the ones on your list. Which ones will be up to you so I'd take a look-see to decide which may be places you just don't want to miss. Once you have done this you will be able to answer the Sunday Sur-Prize question :) Have fun! Don't forget to sign out when you are finished.
Here are some links to some things you might want to do or see while you are in the area.
- 6/22/13 Harrisburg PA - Entrepreneurship Conference
- 6/22/13 Hershey PA - Car Show & Flea Market (AACA Museum)
- Grantville PA - Milk Bottle Collectors Convention (Holiday Inn)
- Harrisburg PA - Family Favorites Festival (HACC Harrisburg Campus)
- Harrisburg PA - Jazz & Multi-Cultural Festival (Riverfront Park and City Island)
- Harrisburg PA - Mid Atlantic Arms Collectors Gun Show (PA Farm Show Complex)
- Highspire PA - Bikers & Belly Dancers Cancer Awareness Festival (Memorial Park)
- Middletown PA - Middletown Fair & Arts and Crafts Show (Hoffer Park)
- On-Going Hershey PA - Antique Automobile Club of America Museum Year Round
- On-Going Hershey PA - Hershey Entertainment and Resorts Calendar of Events (RSS Feed)
- Click Here for our Index Page for Dauphin County PA Events (all months.)
- 6/7/13 Lancaster PA - First Friday Event (Downtown) - Monthly
- 6/8-9/13 Adamstown PA - Stoudtburg Bavarian Village Art and Craft Festival
- 6/22-23/13 Manheim PA - Celtic Fling & Highland Games (Mount Hope Estate & Winery)
- 6/26-30/13 Adamstown PA - Summer Antiques Extravaganza (Downtown and Stoudt's)
- 6/29/13 Columbia PA - Antique, Art and Craft Show (Downtown)
- Lititz PA - Antiques Show and Bake Sale (Bonfield Elementary School)
- Weekly (Tuesdays) Manheim PA - Roots Market
- Weekly (Wed/Fri/Sat) Bird-in-Hand PA Farmers Market
- Weekly (Thu/Fri) Columbia PA - Columbia Market House
- Weekly (Fridays) Ephrata PA - Green Dragon Farmers Market and Auction
- Weekly (Saturdays) Denver PA - Farmers Market
- Weekly (Saturdays) Lititz PA - Farmers Market (Water Street, Downtown)
- Weekly (Sat/Sun) Adamstown PA - Shupp's Grove Antique Market
- Weekly (Sundays) Adamstown PA / Denver PA - Renningers Antiques Market
- Click Here for our Index Page for Lancaster County PA Events (all months.)
The Vineyard at Hershey
598 Schoolhouse Rd
Middletown, PA 17057
Phone: (717) 944-1569
Website: www.vineyardathershey.comE-mail: info@vineyardathershey.com
The Vineyard at Hershey was founded on the principle that enjoying a bottle of wine is meant to be a shared experience with family and friends. From whimsical and refreshing whites to bold and flavorful reds, we handcraft every bottle of wine for your enjoyment. We invite you to savor our locally produced artisan wines nestled amidst our picture perfect setting at the Hershey area’s newest vineyard and winery.
"1863"
6/17/2013
Runs from 1/16/2013 to 12/31/2013
The National Civil War Museum
Harrisburg, PA
Runs from 1/16/2013 to 12/31/2013
The National Civil War Museum
Harrisburg, PA
6/17/2013
Runs from 3/21/2013 to 9/3/2013
Penn's Cave & Wildlife Park
Centre Hall, PA
Runs from 3/21/2013 to 9/3/2013
Penn's Cave & Wildlife Park
Centre Hall, PA
6/17/2013
Runs from 4/16/2013 to 10/12/2013
American Music Theatre
Lancaster, PA
Runs from 4/16/2013 to 10/12/2013
American Music Theatre
Lancaster, PA
6/17/2013
Runs from 6/12/2013 to 6/22/2013
3rd floor of Strawberry Square
Harrisburg, PA
Runs from 6/12/2013 to 6/22/2013
3rd floor of Strawberry Square
Harrisburg, PA
6/19/2013
Runs from 6/19/2013 to 6/22/2013
Sunoco Performance Theater
Harrisburg, PA
Runs from 6/19/2013 to 6/22/2013
Sunoco Performance Theater
Harrisburg, PA
6/21/2013
Runs from 6/21/2013 to 6/25/2013
Gettysburg College
Gettysburg, PA
Runs from 6/21/2013 to 6/25/2013
Gettysburg College
Gettysburg, PA
6/21/2013
Metro Bank Park, City Island
Harrisburg, PA
Metro Bank Park, City Island
Harrisburg, PA
6/22/2013
Metro Bank Park, City Island
Harrisburg, PA
Metro Bank Park, City Island
Harrisburg, PA
6/22/2013
Runs from 6/22/2013 to 6/24/2013
PA Farm Show Complex
Harrisburg, PA
Runs from 6/22/2013 to 6/24/2013
PA Farm Show Complex
Harrisburg, PA
6/23/2013
Metro Bank Park, City Island
Harrisburg, PA
Metro Bank Park, City Island
Harrisburg, PA
1.STITCH & CRAFT 2957 Lebanon Rd. Manheim, PA 17545 717-664-4230 Stitch & Craft's Web Page |
11. HANNAH STOLTZFOOS QUILTS & HANDMADES216 Witmer Road Smoketown, PA 17576-9999 Hannag Stoltzfoos' Web Page |
2. HINKLETOWN SEWING MACHINE
SHOP232 Wanner Road, (1/4 mi off Rte 322E Hinkletown), Ephrata, PA 17522-9314 717-354-0204 |
12. LAPP'S QUILTS & CRAFTS206 N. Star Rd. off of Rte.
896 Ronks, PA 17572-9512 13. BRUBAKER'S SEWING CENTER 20 North Roberts Ave. New Holland, PA 17557 717-354-8332 Brubaker's Sewing Center Web Page |
3. WEAVER'S DRY GOODS108 W. Brubaker Valley
Rd. Lititz, PA 17543-9401 717-627-1724 Weaver's Dry Goods Web Page 4. BURKHOLDER'S FABRICS 2155 West Route 897 Denver, PA 17517-9527 717-336-6692 Burkholder's Fabrics Web Page |
14. MARTIN'S FABRIC BARN2799 E. Cumberland St. Lebanon, PA 17042 717-274-5359 15. LADYFINGERS SEWING STUDIO 6375 Oley Turnpike Rd Oley, Pa l9547 Phone 6l0-689-0068 email: Ladybernina@hotmail.com Ladyfingers website 16. OBIE'S COUNTRY STORE H. W.Oberholzer & Son (Obies) Box 69 1585 Main Street (Rte. 23) Goodville, PA 17528 (717) 445-4616 |
5. SAUDER'S 681 S. Muddy Creek Road, Denver , PA 17517-9639 717-336-2664 6. GOOD'S STORE1333 Main Street (Rte. 23) East Earl, PA 17519-9507 717-354-4026 |
17. THE QUILT & FABRIC SHACK (formerly Lapp's Dry Goods) 3137 Old Philadelphia Pike Bird-In-Hand, PA 17505 (717)-768-0338 100 Ft East of Plain and Fancy Farm Web Page: http://www.thequiltandfabricshack.com |
7. CEDAR LANE DRY GOODS204 Orlan Rd.
New Holland, PA 17557-9302 717-354-0030
8. GLICK'S CRAFT SHOP 283 Monterey Rd.
9. ZOOK'S DRY GOODS3535 Old Philadelphia Pk. Bird-in-Hand, PA17505-9742 (Rte. 340) Intercourse, PA 17534-9999 717-768-8153 |
18. CHESTER COUNTY QUILTING
206 Village at Eland, Rte 113
Phoenixville, PA 19460
Phone - 610.917.2527Fax - 610.917.0141
Web Page: http:// www.ChesterCountyQuilting.com
19. DUTCHLAND QUILT PATCH
2851 A Lincoln Hwy E Ronks, PA 17572 Phone : (800) 411-3221 Fax : (717) 627-1725 E-Mail : sales@dutchlandquilts.com Web Page: http://www.dutchlandquilts.com |
10. THE OLD COUNTRY STORE
3510 Old Philadelphia Pk. (Rte. 340) Intercourse, PA 17534-0419 800-828-8218/Fax 888-768-3433 The Old Country
Store Website
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