Eastern Region calendar of events
March
Mar 11. St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Wilkes-Barre. 570208-4149, www.wilkes-barre.pa.us
Mar 3. Wacky Walks at Morris Arboretum. A version of Wellness Walks developed specifically for people of all ages, including children, these outdoor walks will encourage participants to engage in physcial activity and interact with nature in a playful way. Walks will be led by a guide trained in garden knowledge and Wacky Walks techniques. 10:30am. Free with adm. Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia. 215-247-5777, www.business-services. upenn.edu/arboretum/index.shtml Mar 3. Maple Sugar Festival. Explore the world of maple sugar on this historic 175-acre nature preserve and wildlife sanctuary. Optional pancake breakfast with fee. John James Audubon Center at Mill Grove. 610-666-5593, http://pa. audubon.org/centers_mill_grove.html Mar 4-11. 2012 Philadelphia International Flower Show. The theme, Hawaii: Islands of Aloha, will offer a tropical experience that blends next-stage digital technology with the natural beauty and rich culture of the islands. Floral competitions, the world’s largest lettuce wall and internationally renowned speakers. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia. theflowershow.com Mar 4. 10th Annual Chili & Wing Cook-Off. Gets underway at high noon. Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Banquet Center, Hawley. 570-226-3191, http://lakeregioncc.com/calendar/detail.aspx?id=372 Mar 8-11. Super Billiards Expo. The largest consumer-oriented billiards tradeshow in the world. Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, Oaks. www.superbilliardsexpo.com Mar 9-10. Safari Overnight. Experience the Academy of Natural Sciences after dark. Ages 7 to 14 years old can enjoy a night of interactive activities and encounters with live animals, refreshments, and sleep next to the lions and tigers or a Tyrannosaurus Rex. Kids will awaken to a light breakfast and more exploration. 6:30pm-9am. Academy of Natural Sciences, Philadelphia. 215-299-1060 www.ansp.org Mar 10. St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Downtown Scranton. www.stpatparade.com Mar 10. St. Patrick’s Day Parade Post Party. Scranton Cultural Center, downtown Scranton. www.scranton culturalcenter.org Mar 10-Jul 1. Exhibit: Have Gags, Will Travel: The Life & Times of a New York Cartoonist. Sylvia Getsler (1926-2009) was a rarity in the cartooning world - a highly successful female gag artist. Pfundt Gallery, James A. Michener Art Museum, Doylestown. 215-3409800, www.michenermuseum.org Mar 10-11. St. Patrick’s Parade Weekend. The famous St. Patty’s Day parade. Attendees should arrive early, as festivities will begin early. Downtown Jim Thorpe. 888JIM THORPE, http://jimthorpe.org
Mar 11. Charter Day at Graeme Park. Take a free tour of the Keith House in honor of the granting of the Pennsylvania Chater to William Penn. Graeme Park, Horsham. www.graemepark.org Mar 18. Tea & Symphony. A chamber performance by the Copeland String Quartet in the grand center hall of the Highlands, an 18th-century Georgian mansion. Premium Estate Teas will be served during the intermission. Advance reservations are required. The Highlands Mansion and Gardens, Fort Washington. www.highlandshistorical.org Mar 20. Global Tour of Junk Food. Andrew Smith has written many books exploring the history of food. An entertaining and humorous presentation on the global history of junk food, while dining on a specially prepared three-course dinner, featuring a bit of junk food. 6pm. Restaurant School at Walnut Hill College, Philadelphia. 610-649-5220, geographicalsociety.org Mar 23-25. Northeast Rod & Custom Car Show. The premier indoor rod, custom and classic car and motorcycle show in the Philadelphia area. Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks. Mar 24-25. Skirmish 29th Anniversary. Skirmish Paintball, Albrightsville. 800-754-7647, http://skirmish.com Mar 24-25. School of the Soldier. Experience the daily camp life of the Revolutionary War soldiers and camp followers from regiments of the Mid-Atlantic Department of the Continental Line as they prepare for battle reenactments throughout the region. Peter Wentz Farmstead, Worcester. www.peterwentzfarmsteadsociety.org Mar 25. Easter Crafts for Kids. The themes of Easter and springtime will be explored as children create wonderful ornaments and cards to take home and share with loved ones and friends. Pennypacker Mills, Schwenksville. http://historicsites.montcopa.org/historicsites Mar 31. The Mid-Atlantic Porcelain Spring Tea, Show & Sale. Meet the artists and purchase a real porcelain art treasure. 10am-4pm. Free adm and parking. Princeton Presbyterian Church, Springfield. 610-578-0224 Mar 31. Easter Tatting Workshop. In this beginner class, participants will learn the basics of tatting while they create a beautiful Easter ornament to take home. A great how-to tatting book, needle and thread will be provided, and refreshments will be served. Pennypacker Mills, Schwenksville. http://historicsites.montcopa.org/historicsites
April Apr 1. Lackawanna County Coal Mine Tour Opens. McDade Park, Scranton. www.lackawannacounty.org Apr 9-14. Shriner’s Circus. Kingston. 570-714-0783, www.iremshrinecircus.com
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