Around the Lake

As I gaze out the window on this cold but clear-skied, sunny day on April 29th, I can feel the potential of summer slowly arising among us. The feeling of the sun on my skin seeping through the window brings me visions of our beautiful Lake Wallenpaupack and Lake Tanglwood, scattered with people; skimming along the glistening lake on watercrafts, basking in the sunlight, or taking a moment in the shade sitting under the gazebo overlooking the wonderful sight of the beach. For residents who have the privilege of having access to the beach, this is a great option for some summer fun but there are other events and opportunities around northeastern Pennsylvania that can provide you and your family with some great entertainment, sights, and experiences that will last beyond the summer months. For those who like a little healthy competition and free prizes, on Wednesday June 1st, Breaker Brewing Company, located in WilkesBarre, PA will be holding bingo games starting at 6:30pm, where you can play and win for free! For other dates to participate in bingo nights, search ‘bingo and Breaker Brews’ at discovernepa.com. No matter who you are or where you come from, we can all agree that having fun is a main priority in the summer months. Starting Wednesday June 1st to June 5th, Montage Mountain Resort will be holding the annual Lackawanna County Heritage Fair. For a one price admission of $10, you can have access to rides, entertainment, and the infamous waterpark. According to lackawannacountyheritagefairs.com, the Heritage Fair is “a local fair where we can showcase our Heritages that live throughout Lackawanna County for one low price. To bring families, friends and cultures together in one place so that you can learn and taste a bit of it all”. For start times and more information, visit the website mentioned above. Are you a music fanatic and looking for some great live entertainment? Every Wednesday at the Stroudsmoor Country Inn, live music is performed by a series of different musical talents from northeastern Pennsylvania for their summer concert series. Enjoy delicious buffet style food, drinks, lawn games and great tunes to tap your feet to. For seating arrangements, reserve a table under the SCI Pavilion, opening at 4:30pm, or pull up a blanket for lawn seating, no reservation needed. The buffet begins at 5:00pm and different themes will be featured every week for the price of $24.95 per person plus tax and gratuity. Entertainment is performed from 6:00pm-9:00pm. To make reservations and find out more information visit stroudsmoor. com or call the Event Office at 570421-6431, ext. 420. There is nothing better on a hot summer day than having a delicious, fresh, and juicy watermelon. Every Thursday, all year round, stock up on all your fresh produce at the Farmers Market located in Carbondale, Pennsylvania. Not only can you purchase home-made treats and trinkets, the market also hosts free weekly children activities and visiting organizations. If you are interested in being a vendor, call 570866-2520. For those who live near or around the Hawley area, there is an additional farmers market held every Friday afternoon from May to October at Bingham Park. Ladies and gentleman, start your engines for the Bloomsburg Fair Racing Fan Appreciation Night on June 2nd. Pit gates open at 4:00pm, general admissions opens at 5:00pm along with practice night’s gates, and racing starts at 7:00pm. General admission for pit tickets are $25. For other racing events and details, visit racing.bloomsburgfair.com. For all the foodies out there who want to have a unique culinary experience with fresh and local produce, the Settlers Inn is hosting Foods of the Delaware Highlands dinner experience on Friday, June 3rd from 5:30pm-9:00pm. Tickets are $150 per person, with additional opportunities to support the event as a sponsor. Raffle tickets can also be purchased before the event online $100 per chance and only 100 tickets will be sold to win a twonight intro spa package for two at the Lodge at Woodloch. According to their website, “the Lodge at Woodloch, an award-winning four seasons destination spa and resort, is nestled in the lake region of northeast Pennsylvania. This two-night stay for two in a Veranda Classic room will give you time to unwind and luxuriate in a natural setting. Includes three gourmet meals each, use of all spa and fitness facilities, and regularly scheduled group classes and activities, but no treatments”. The funds that will be raised from this event will be donated to the Conservancy’s mission to protect the working farms and forests, clean waters, and wildlife habitat of the Upper Delaware River region. For more information, visit delawarehighlands.org. One of my own personal favorite hobbies I enjoy doing in my free time is arts and crafts. I find art to be a great creative outlet to express myself and exhibit my emotions in a healthy way. To discover new art and enjoy the talents of others who travel near and far to display their original work that you can purchase for yourself or that special someone in your life, attend the arts and crafts fair held at Bingham Park on June 12th from 9:00am4:00pm. Admission is free and there will be entertainment and food available at this event. The fair hosts approximately 90 vendors with handmade items such as jewelry, baked goods, pet treats, clothes, fine art, photo’s, seasonal décor, candles, soap, face painting, hair bows, tutu’s, sweet treats, maple and honey products, quilted items, and so much more! FORE!!!! The Skytop Lodge is hosting the 9th annual golf tournament from 12:00am-6:00pm on Monday, June 13th. For $100 per player, it includes greens fees and cart, hot dog, chips, & drink at registration, along with the awards reception. Dinner only guests cost $40. For the schedule of events, visit visitwaynecounty.com. Do you find joy in exploring nature in all of its beautiful forms? Van Scott Nature Reserve will be holding guided weekday walks on Thursday, June 23rd and Thursday, July 14th from 9:00am-11:00am. This event is limited to 30 participants. The cost for members is $5 while for non-members, the cost is $10. Children under 12 years of age are free of charge with a paid adult. To register, call 570-226-3164 ext. 8 or 845-583-1010 ext. 8 or email sara@delawarehighlands.org . Other themed walks are being held as well. Animals and their Habitats walk is held on Saturday, June 25th from 10:00am-12:00pm; cost for members is $10 while the cost for non-members is $20. Forest Bathing and Wild Plants walk will be held on Saturday, July 9th from 9:00am-