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I think everyone is looking forward to the future when COVID -19, and the restrictions that come with it, are in the past. More than likely, this school year will involve masks or home-schooling, so weekends are more important than ever. While we may not be carefree, our kids should experience that feeling now and then. So, let’s make a plan for an excursion, that’s both fun and safe.

There are seventeen weekends from September 1 through December 31, which means there is plenty of time for a getaway or two before the end of the year. Taking a road trip this fall will be a great experience, and will help the hospitality industry and small businesses in Pennsylvania recover losses suffered during the pandemic.

How many times have you said, “when this is all over, I’m going to...?” Why put it off? Follow the recommendations for safety and explore this great state of ours!

Remember: always consult destination websites before heading out.

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here may never be another Mayberry, but we’re fortunate to have lovely small towns in every corner and cove of Pennsylvania. They still have the same charm and hospitality as the old-school sitcom, but with many amenities of a large city.

That’s why exploring small towns is on the top of the list for many travelers this fall.

Typically located near ample opportunities for outdoor excursions, towns, and villages throughout the Commonwealth are inviting visitors to stay over and enjoy the unique shops, historic properties, and

great restaurants that locals love.

Yes, visit those bucket list sites, like the Gettysburg Battlefield, but don’t visit without exploring the beautiful downtown area, or you’ll miss a lot. Travelers say they prefer to avoid metro and crowded spaces in this uncertain travel climate.

I can’t think of a better way to experience the fall foliage than a road trip to explore Pennsylvania’s exceptional small towns.

From county fairs to harvest festivals, autumn provides ideal weather for outdoor activities. Due to COVID-19 restric-

tions, many events have been canceled for 2020, while others have been restructured to follow CDC guidelines.

One of my favorite activities when visiting a new location is exploring the shops. Shopping local is the mantra for towns throughout Pennsylvania because it is the only way independent businesses compete with the national chain stores.

Manheim

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Buying local is embraced at Prussian Street Arcade in Manheim, Lancaster County. This unique shopping experience allows local makers to rent space to sell their products without having to handle money or pay staff to operate their boutique-style micro shop. Co-ops are not uncommon in Pennsylvania, but the vendors at Prussian Street Arcade bring a fresh feel to a time-honored shopping FERN•ISH is one of the eclectic venexperience. Manheim is a small town in dors you’ll find at Prussian Street Arcade Lancaster County surrounded by fertile in Manheim.

Below: A royal visit is not unusual at the farmland. Route 72 runs through the Pennsylvania Renaissance Fair. middle of Manheim, which connects Lancaster to Lebanon and points north.

The tight-knit community has always ral- munity causes. In recent years, Manheim lied around high school sports and com- has become a destination where you can spend the day or weekend shopping, dining, and attending unique events. The foPhoto credit: Wendy Royal cal point of this new destination status is REO Marketplace on Main Street. In all, the marketplace is the home of Mill 72 Bake Shop & Café, REO Suites, and Prussian Street Arcade.

The town boasts several restaurants, in addition to the Weary Traveler Pub & Marketplace, which is slated to open in early 2021. The owners are also the proprietors of Mount Hope Estate and Winery and the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire. Wine, beer, and spirits produced at Mount Hope will be sold at the pub, and tavern fare in the 80-seat restaurant.

Manheim is also home to the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire, which occurs on weekends from September 5th through November 1st. Tickets are sold online at parenfaire.com. The website also outlines its safety initiatives and restrictions.

Ellwood City

Treasure hunters know that there are great opportunities for antiquing in Pennsylvania. Antiques shops and centers are plentiful throughout the Commonwealth, including Lewisburg, Adamstown, Clearfield, Columbia, and many more.

Elwood City, Lawrence County, is a quaint town with a population near 7,400.

You’ll find multiple antique shops, including Market Place on Main, Condition Mint Galleries, and Shop at the UnderPass.

The stores have an eclectic selection of antiques and one-of-kind home decor items.

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Above: Ladybird’s Luncheonette is Ellwood City’s go-to restaurant for lunch and sweet treats!

Left: Community Plaza is a great spot to listen to a free concert or have coffee with a friend.

Located within the borough is Ewing Park, a 20-acre all-season park with a beautiful nature trail that winds its way along the Connoquenessing Creek.

There is no shortage of natural beauty in the area, McConnells Mill State Park and Moraine State Park are just under 30 minutes from town. These parks offer hiking, biking, fishing, swimming, camping, and even rock-climbing at McConnells Mill. For information onovernight accommodations and more, visit www.visitlawrencecounty.com

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Antiques aren’t the only treasures to be found in Ellwood City, Ladybird’s Luncheonette is a great place to grab lunch, while dinner at Shakespeare’s Restaurant & Pub at Olde Stonewall Golf Club is a unique treat. Throughout the year, the town hosts several annual events and concerts held at Community Plaza. Home to the town’s farmers’ market, Community Plaza has cascading waterfalls, flowering planters, shady trees, and an open area for seating.

St. Peters Village

Approximately 25 miles north of West Chester is one of those ethereal places that make the Brandywine Valley a bucket list destination. St. Peters Village is a lovely hamlet that runs along the picturesque French Creek in northeastern Chester County. The 19th-century company town has been on the National Register of Historic Places since 2003.

Along the quarter-mile stretch of St. Peters Road, the village shops include Saint

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Peter’s Bakery, which recently garnered the distinction of The Best Little Bakeshop in America.

In addition to tasty baked treats, you can also grab breakfast or lunch.

A vintage arcade, a handblown glass shop, a winery, and other unique shops will make this excursion well worth the drive. The Inn at St. Peter’s is a luxurious bed-and-breakfast with breathtaking views of French Creek. The inn’s restaurant serves Italian cuisine on three outdoor patios overlooking the flowing water and large rocks for which French Creek is known.

Hiking is also very popular in the area, with many interconnecting trails allowing you to take a different route each time you visit.

With it’s proximity to West French Creek, which meanders through St. Peters Chester, Chadds Ford, and Ken- Village, provides many picture-perfect views. nett Square, you will find plenty known as Mauch Chunk, Jim Thorpe is of great experiences on this excursion. Read more on St. Peters Village a destination rich with history and is often and the Brandywine Valley go to where- called “Switzerland of America” because of its scenic views and andwhen.com/ charm. Its unique Vicspringtime-gettorian architecture pays away-in-the-branhomage to its roots of dywine-valley coal mining and industrialism. Today, those Victorian structures house With a storied unique shops and eaterpast, the quaint ies, museums and gallercharms of a Euies, and popular enterropean village, tainment venues. With and the outdoor nostalgic charm coupled recreation of a with a unique history and mountain sports exciting recreation, Jim destination, Thorpe is a favorite for Jim Thorpe is a weekend getaways for must-see town Photo Credit: Pocono Mtns Visitors Bureau many types of travelers. tucked into the Quaint shops, great outdoor acRead more on Jim Pocono Moun- tivities, and history to spare are Thorpe at whereandtains. Originally hallmarks of Jim Thorpe’s charm. when.com/jim-thorpe

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Milford

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As visitors turn onto Broad Street in Milford, something about the town will immediately seem a little familiar. Not necessarily in a déjà vu way, but rather as if the town is welcoming guests home. That’s Milford, a small Victorian village in Pike County in the heart of the Pocono Mountains. It’s a region known for ski resorts and lakes, outdoor recreation, and familyoriented lodging complexes.

But Milford stands out, not only Hotel Fauchére is named after Louis Fauchère who for its nostalgic, friendly feel but was a master chef at the famous Delmonico’s in New for its unique country elegance York before opening the Hotel Fauchere in 1852. that’s both charming and inviting.

The Craft Show, located in a large hisBroad Street (the main thoroughfare toric home, showcases everything from through town) is lined with shops, cafes, and art galleries, each operated by handcrafted furniture and carvings to friendly locals who are more than happy garden gnomes and country chic décor. to share their favorite spots throughout If visitors are looking for the perfect items town or to help a visitor out with restau- for a picnic, Fretta’s Italian Food Specialrant or sightseeing suggestions. After ties (yes, the same Fretta family of the all, many of the locals were once visitors famous Fretta’s in NYC’s Little Italy) is an themselves, eventually choosing Milford’s authentic salumeria.

Milford offers several quaint Victoriancharm over the big-city bustle. Don’t miss Artisans Exchange, which has become era beds and breakfasts, as well as the one-stop-shopping for anyone looking for grand Hotel Fauchere, located right on the newest works from local and regional the main thoroughfare. The hotel, on the National Register of Historic Places, is a artists. luxury boutique hotel with three restaurants with a storied past.

Photo Credit: Pocono Mtns Visitors Bureau For more on Milford go to whereandwhen.com/the-unique-charm-ofmilford

Foxburg

The 31-mile McDade Trail runs along the scenic Delaware River. Shown: the trailhead at Milford Beach

Nestled along the Allegheny River and accessible by traversing across a series of hills and valleys, the tucked-away community of Foxburg in Clarion County welcomes guests to relax, enjoy the small-town way of life and truly get away from it all.

In Foxburg, everything is within steps of each other. The town is only about a block long, with the Foxburg Inn right at the center. Park the car and just wander along Main Street. Enjoy the river view, rent a canoe or kayak for a trip out on the water, or take a stroll along the water on the rail trail. There are even Segway tours to do Photo Courtesy of PA Great Outdoors Visitors Bureau a little more exploring.

Foxburg Wine Cellars is an ideal destination for a Most diners choose relaxing afternoon or evening drink. the chateau-like Allegheny Grille for at least one meal. The waterfront restaurant, comFoxburg Wine Cellars has been ofplete with vaulted wooden ceilings and a fering fine wines for more than 15 years. large patio, and windows that give a pan- The winery sources its grapes from Lake oramic view of the river, provides dinner Erie region and makes all its more than with a spectacular view. Classic American two dozen varieties of naturally processed dishes, a full bar, and plenty of opportuni- wine on-site. For more on Foxburg go to ties for small groups to gather, make this whereandwhen.com/foxburg-along-thethe go-to spot in town. Couples can enjoy allegheny a quiet evening by the windows or in front For links to the destinations listed in of the large fireplace for a cozy dinner. the article, go to whereandwhen.com/ small-town-getaways.

IMPORTANT: Please consult business websites before heading out. Days and hours of operation are continually changing during this uncertain time.

TIPS FOR YOUR TRIP -DININGPennsylvania is a melting pot of cultures; Italians, Eastern Europeans, German and Irish immigrants came here for work, religious freedom, or both, and brought along the traditions of their homeland. Small town restaurants often offer menu items from the people who live there. I have always thought that the best way to understand a different culture is through their food. There’s nothing more satisfying than enjoying haluski and kielbasa from

a diner in coal country, or chicken pot pie in Amish Country.

-ASK A LOCALThe best asset of any community is its people. Most are more than willing to direct you to their favorite breakfast place or that hole-in-the-wall shop you may otherwise miss. So, on your smalltown getaway, don’t forget to use the best resource you have, the locals.

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Sep 5. Eagles Mere Air Museum and Sep 4. Harvest Full Moon Float. Eagles Mere Auto Museum Vintage Susquehanna Kayak and Canoe, Falls.

Car Cruise-In. Eagles Mere Air Museum and Eagles Mere Auto Museum,

Sep 4-6. Drum Corps Associates Laporte. https://www.eaglesmereautoWorld Championship. Williamsport museum.com/

Area High School Stadium, WilliamsSep 7-Oct 12. Elk Viewing. Benezette, port. 570-327-7700, www.dcacorps.org PA, Benezette. 814-765-5734, https:// Sep 5-7. Labor Day Weekend Paddle elkcountryvisitorcenter.com/ Trips. Susquehanna Kayak and Canoe, Sep 12. Folklore & Faerie FesFalls. tival 2020.

Starlight Meadows Sep 5. Community Yard Sale. Penn- Farm & Recreation Center, Ringhttps://www.facebook.com/ sylvania Lumber Museum, Ulysses. 814- town. events/244303283119380/ 435-2652, lumbermuseum.org/ whereandwhen.com / 2020 W&W fall - 2021 W&W winter

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IT’S AS SIMPLE AS VISIT, TRY, & ENJOY! Visit all 15 locations and enjoy their free tastings or purchase their Lumberjack Special. Don’t forget to get your passport stamped at each location!

Once you hit all 15 locations, bring the completed passport into our office at

Passports can be picked up at our office or any of the participating locations.

208 Plaza Dr., Clearfield & receive a free Lumberjack Tasting Trail t-shirt or hat. visitclearfieldcounty.org/lumberjack_tasting Must be 21 years old to participate. Please do not drink & drive. Have a designated driver or use Uber/Lyft. /Lyft.

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Sep 12. Lee Foster Memorial 5 Mile Run. St. Marys, 814-834-6439, www.elk-

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Sep 12. LIVE WIRE. Clinton County

Fairgrounds, Mill Hall. 570-748-8083, www.millbrookplayhouse.org

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Sep 19. Dino Days. Bloomsburg Children’s Museum, Bloomsburg.

Sep 12-13. 41st Annual Wild Wind Folk Art & Craft Festival. Warren Sep 20. Cruise and Brew to the NimCounty Fairgrounds, Pittsfield. 814-688- ble Hill Growler Den. Susquehanna 1516, www.wildwindfestival.com

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Sep 12. Balloonfest, Air Show & Sep 26. Nerf Modifications. BloomsMore. Lycoming County Fairgrounds, burg Children’s Museum, Bloomsburg.

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Oct 3. Brews In The Barn. Millbrook

Playhouse, Mill Hall. 570-748-8083, www.millbrookplayhouse.org

Oct 4. Cruise and Brew to Nimble Hill Growler Den. Susquehanna Kayak and Canoe, Falls. www.nimblehill.com

Oct 8-11. Covered Bridge & Arts Festival. Knoebels Amusement Re-

sort, Elysburg.

Oct 10. SuperKwik Challenge Half Marathon. Warren YMCA, Warren.

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Oct 16-17, 23-25. Hallo-Fun. Knoebels Amusement Resort, Elysburg.

Oct 17. Fall Foilage Paint and Paddle with Canvas Creations. Susquehanna

814-726-0110, ext. 121, www.elkcountystriders.com

Kayak and Canoe, Falls.

Oct 10-11. Fall Antique & Collectible Show. Pennsylvania Lumber Museum,

Oct 17. Superhero Saturday. Bloomsburg Children’s Museum, Bloomsburg.

Ulysses. 814-435-2652, http://lumbermuseum.org/

Oct 10-11. Apple Butter Festival. Waterville Fire Company, Water-

ville. 570-447-5272, www.facebook. com/pages/Waterville-Apple-ButterFestival/140518331830?fref=ts

Oct 11. Fall Foliage Tour. Susquehan-

Oct 17. Annual Mummers Parade.

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Oct 11. Fall Festival. Little Pine State

Nov 13-14. Artists Exhibition & Show.

Park, Waterville. 570-753-6000, www.visitpaparks.com

First United Methodist Church, Muncy.

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York Bike Night: Home to Harley-Davidson, York is full of motorcycle enthusiasts!

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FALL MOTORCYCLE EXCURSIONS When the fall months roll around, Pennsylvania’s outdoor scenery takes center stage. Washed in bright hues of red, orange, and yellow, the Keystone State’s fall foliage is among the best in the country.

Perhaps one of the best ways to take in the season’s best?

By taking a motorcycle tour across the state.

These scenic routes promise views of autumnal colors and provide you with looks at historic bridges, stunning architecture, national scenic byways, and more.

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in the Laurel Highlands, located on the southwestern side of the state. Each of these routes provides a two-hour riding excurFrank Lloyd Wright’s sion through some of Somerset County’s Fallingwater most impressive locations. Take a single day to explore one or two rides or consider making it a multi-day trip complete with a stay at one of the region’s impressive resorts.

Seven Springs or Nemacolin Woodlands Resort are both absolute stunners during the fall months.

Of the six highlighted routes, be sure to check out the Ohiopyle Loop,

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which takes you on tour in and around the 19,000-acre state park, including glimpses of the Ohiopyle Falls on the Youghiogheny River. To extend your ride, consider a detour to a nearby Frank Lloyd Wright building, including the famed Fallingwater.

Additional routes in the Somerset Scenic Six include the Coal Heritage Loop, Pike and Ridge Loop, Mount Davis Loop, Mason Dixon Loop, and Flight 93 Loop.

The latter incorporates a stop at the Flight 93 Memorial, including the newly opened Tower of Voices, in honor of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001.

As you make your way east across Pennsylvania, a stop in York County is a must for any motorcycle fan. This area is known for being home to many favorite snack makers and factory tours and is also home to Harley-Davidson. The HarleyDavidson Motor Company’s York Vehicle Operations Plant™ is one of only two manufacturing facilities in the country. It offers a variety of tour options for those

looking for a behind-the-scenes peek at how these legendary bikes are made.

There is a free tour option available on a first-come, first-served basis.

After the tour, it’s time to hit the road!

In York County, you’ll find scenic routes along the Susquehanna River, providing beautiful views as you tour the region.

When you’re ready to stretch your legs, head to one of the region’s seasonal corn mazes to participate in some of autumn favorite fun!

Continuing across Pennsylvania, consider a visit to Bucks County. Nestled in the countryside of Philadelphia, Bucks County is home to quaint towns, including New Hope and Doylestown. Perhaps one of their best-known assets is the historic covered bridges. In total, you’ll find 12 covered bridges along the trail. Visit Bucks County (the destination marketing organization for the county) breaks up the tour into two sections. The first including stops at nine bridges spanning a two-hour continued on pg. 20

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drive, and the second will take you 90 minutes and features visits to three sites.

The red paint of the structures pairs exceptionally well with the season’s foliage, making for the perfect photo op!

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Washington Crossing Historic Park. On this site, General George Washington and the Continental Army crossed the Delaware River on Christmas night 1776.

Break up your ride with a stop in one of the county’s charming small towns that will provide the perfect setting for an afternoon lunch (or even a scoop of ice cream).

As you head north across the state, Pennsylvania’s Route 6 is the ultimate choice for a scenic drive to admire the fall colors. Route. 6 was highlighted as one of America’s most scenic drives by National Geographic! The scenic highway covers more than 400 miles across the state’s northern tier. Motorcycle enthusiasts consider Route 6 a prime location to hit the road and take in the stunning scenery on two wheels.

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To make your trip-planning easier than ever, consult the Rt. 6 Motorcycle Itineraries and Maps, organized by the PA Route 6 Alliance. There are five different tours to choose from, each offering unique views along the way. Particularly stunning in the fall months is the PA Wilds East Loop, which offers spectacular views of the Pine Creek Gorge, also known as the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. You may even spot some elk along your journey! Your itinerary ends with a stop at Cherry Springs State Park, an area recognized as one of the best places in the world for stargazing. This distinction has earned Cherry Springs a Gold Level Dark Sky Park designation from the International Dark Sky Association.

Additional routes along Pennsylvania’s Route 6 include the Great Lakes Loop, PA

Wilds West Loop, the Endless Mountains Loop, and the Pocono Mountains Loop.

Each of these itineraries covers a unique region of the state and highlights driving directions paired with must-see attractions along the way.

Ready to hit the road? There’s no better way to see the season’s brightest colors across Pennsylvania!

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hen you head to the Endless Mountains in autumn, prepare yourself to be surrounded by magic! As shorter days bring cooler nights, sugars in the tree leaves transform the greens of summer into the lush golds, crimsons, and reds of fall foliage. Over weeks, the Northeastern Pennsylvania landscape transforms into a colorful panorama that sets the tone for a seasonal getaway.

Combine this annual show of natural color with miles of trails and waterways, small towns filled with shopping, events, dining stops, and the opportunity to sample and savor locally produced products. You will soon agree that there is no better place in the state to celebrate fall than in our region!

Seasonal activities offer a wide variety of ways to keep you active as the days remain warm, and the nights grow cool and crisp. Hiking, biking, fishing, and camping are ways to explore the great outdoors, while wineries, microbreweries, farm markets, and restaurants are waiting to tempt your taste buds with fall favorites. Kids will love the mazes, pumpkin patches, and orchards that offer a wide variety of events and activities that are sure to draw a smile.

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Nov 20-21. Duboistown Garden Club Show. YWCA, Williamsport. 570-322-

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Dec 12. Santa in the Shay. Pennsylva-

nia Lumber Museum, Ulysses. 814-4352652, http://lumbermuseum.org

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t’s always difficult to find a vacation destination that satisfies the needs of everyone in a family. Well, look no further! There is something for everyone in Bradford County!

Are you an adventurous outdoorsman? Bradford County is your one stop for everything imaginable including camping, hunting, fishing, kayaking, and hiking.

Are you a social butterfly? Come visit one of our many fairs or festivals hosting live music concerts, food and wine tastings, and arts and crafts to name a few.

History buff? Not to worry as you can choose from over a dozen museums, heritage villages, and historical societies to fill your urge to learn.

Perhaps it is relaxation you’re after? Come walk the postcard-like streets ducking in and out of our eclectic shops before taking in a romantic dinner overlooking the rolling hills.

But what really makes Bradford County special? It’s the people! With so much to see and do, your experience will never be richer than when it’s shared with local residents to warmly welcome you and share in your experiences. Bradford County is your home away from home!

I invite everyone from everywhere to come “Experience Bradford County”!

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stown Lake Visitors Center Amphitheater, Seven Points Recreation Area, Hesston. (814) 658-6812, www.raystown. nab.usace.army.mil

Through Sep 5. Saturday Sunset Concert Series on the Lower Marina Deck. Lake Raystown Resort, Entriken.

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Through Oct 29. Huntingdon Farmers Market. Portstown Park, HuntingThrough Oct 30. Mount Union Farmers Market. Mount Union Farmers

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Through Oct 31. All Aboard! Saturday Train Rides Begin at Stone Sep 12. Railroad Heritage Day. RailGables Estate. Stone Gables Estate, road Museum of Pennsylvania, Stras-

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Sep 19. Lisa Willwerth. Whistle Stop Sep 5-12. The 166th Juniata County Plaza @ Train Station, Ephrata. 717-721Fair. Port Royal Fairgrounds, Port Roy- 6196, www.whistlestoppartyontheplaza. al. 717-527-4414, http://www.juniatacountyfair.com

Sep 6. Hanover Chili Cook.

Good Field, Hanover, PA. www.hanoverchilicookoff.com

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Sep 26. Hanover Dutch Festival.

Center Square, Hanover. 717-637-6130, https://www.facebook.com/HanoverDutchFestival

Sep 10, 17. Cornfield Banquet & Sep 26. Members Day. Railroad Cornfield Harvest Banquet. Bird- Museum of Pennsylvania, Strasburg.

in-Hand Family Restaurant & Smor- (717)687-8628, RRMuseumPA.org gasbord, Bird-in-Hand. 800-665-8780, https://bird-in-hand.com/experiences/ Sep 26. Artisans in the Park Harvest cornfield-banquet/ Festival. Conrad Weiser Homestead, Womelsdorf. 4843350091, artisansinSep 10-Oct 17. Our Plain & Simple thepark.com Life, As Told by the Yoders. Bird-inHand Stage, Bird-in-Hand. 717-7688272, https://bird-in-hand.com/ourplain-simple-life/ whereandwhen.com / 2020 W&W fall - 2021 W&W winter

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Sep 26-29. Goose Day Celebration.

Various Locations, Juniata and Mifflin County. 717-248-6713, https://www.juniatarivervalley.org

Sep 29. Goose Day in the Juniata River Valley. Various Locations, Juni-

Explore Schuylkill this fall, where your woodland escape and historic town adventures come together naturally.

ata and Mifflin Counties. 717-248-6713, https://www.juniatarivervalley.org

Oct 2-3. HarvestFest. Mifflin County

Youth Park, Reedsville. 717-250-7109, http://www.visitbigvalley.com

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717-687-8628, RRMuseumPA.org

Oct 17. Trains & Treats. Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania, Strasburg.

(717)687-8628, RRMuseumPA.org

Kayaking

Oct 30-Jan 2. The Christmas Tree Ship.

Bird-in-Hand Stage, Bird-in-

Hand. 717-768-8272, bird-in-hand.com/ stage/the-christmas-tree-ship/

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Nov 7. 1940s Swing Dance. Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania, Strasburg.

(717)687-8628, RRMuseumPA.org

Camping

Nov 7-8. Trains & Troops. Railroad

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717-687-8628, https://www.

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Dec 3-4. Juniata River Valley Festival of Ice. Downtown, Lewistown. 717-248-

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Dec 5-12. Christmas With the Conductor Parties. Railroad Museum

of Pennsylvania, Strasburg. 717-6878628, https://www.RRMuseumPA.org

EXPLORE.LEARN.DISCOVER.

Dec 5-12. Home for the Holidays.

Dec 8-13. A Christmas Carol. Majes-

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Through Dec 20. The National Canal Sep 19. Nazareth Hayhenge. NazaMuseum’s 50th Year. National Canal reth Farmers Market, Nazareth. 484-

Museum, Easton. https://www.visitlu- 223-8270, www.nazarethfarmersmarket. com/hayhenge zernecounty.com 610-923-3548

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Farmer’s Market. Oct 2. Alabama’s 50th Anniversary Tour. Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey

Downtown Wilkes-Barre, Wilkes Barre.

Plaza, Wilkes Barre.

Sep 4-7. Labor Day Family Camp Weekend. Camp Orchard Hill, Dallas. Oct 10-11. Whitewater Challengers 570-333-4098 Premier Whitewater Rafting (Mega Dam Release). Whitewater ChallengSep 5. Riverfront Yoga.

River ers Adventure Center, Weatherly.

Common, Wilkes Barre.

Oct 30. WWE SmackDown. MoheSep 5-6. Whitewater Challengers gan Sun Arena, Wilkes-Barre. https:// Premier Whitewater Rafting (Dam www.MoheganSunArenaPA.com.

Release). Whitewater Challengers Adventure Center, Weatherly.

Nov 12. Gabriel Iglesias - Beyond the Fluffy World Tour - Go Big Or Go Sep 12-13. Apple Days. Burnside Home. Mohegan Sun Arena, WilkesPlantation, Bethlehem. 800-360-8687, Barre. www.MoheganSunArenaPA.com https://historicbethlehem.org/events/ apple-days/ Dec 10-24.Holiday Dinner Cruises.

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carier than the usual hobgoblins around Halloween are the concerns families face when planning a Halloween adventure for the family. With social distancing and facemasks having to be part of the new trick or treating realities, are there ways to celebrate the season this year that offer ideas to responsibly get your GHOUL on? Researching some safe and practical ideas to consider for an October holiday adventure, partners across the state have events, trip ideas, and themed attractions to share.

HAIR-RAISING HISTORY Not only around Halloween but throughout the year, Gettysburg Ghost Tours are one of the most popular things to experience when visiting the site of the Civil War’s bloodiest battles. Led by costumed guides at various places around town and through

battlefields, these tours relay the actual experiences Gettysburg residents have witnessed throughout the years. Folklore and modern-day ghost hunters tell us the spirits of those who fell in the battle continue to wander the region. The Ghosts of Gettysburg Candlelight Walking Tour, Farnsworth House Tours, and Civil War Ghosts tours are a few places offering to give you chills and frights.

and other southeastern Pennsylvania towns are regularly used as settings in the movies of filmmaker M. Night Shyamalan (“The Sixth Sense,” “The Village,” “Signs”). Western Pennsylvania offers visitors a “Trail of the Living Dead” popular with zombie fans in tribute to filmmaker George Romero’s classic “Night of the Living Dead.”

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While looking for zombies as your drive through Western Pennsylvania during October, you can also check out another annual event that offers chills and thrills in an outdoor setting where social distancing is easy. Almeda Park’s Haunted Trail in Butler County, just north of Pittsburgh, is a fright-filled walk offering scares and shivers as visitors wander through the park’s popular trail system.

Being outdoors, you can easily distance yourselves from other trail visitors with the park staff, keeping an eye on safety protocols. While the Haunted Trail offers fun for all ages, strollers and wagons cannot make it through the recreational trail terrain.

When it comes to Halloween entertainment, PennsylvaPhoto credit: Colonial Theater nia has long been a favorite location for horror movie makers.

Take a driving tour to locations where scary movies were filmed after viewing the films shot there this fall. Chester County’s Colonial Theater in Phoenixville – still operating today – was made famous in the 1958 classic “The Blob,” which introduced the world to a young This shot from the 1958 horror classic “The Blob” was filmed in Pheonixville, Chester County. The theater has become a fan faactor named Steve vorite throughout the year as movie buffs recognize Pennsylvania McQueen. Philadel- as a favorite for directors of horror and Sci-Fi flicks. phia, Chadd’s Ford,

PUT ON YOUR TINfoil HAT For an other-worldly wonder, head to Cherry Springs State Park in Potter County to view “Dark Skies”. With the naked eye, you can see the Milky Way and stars and planets galore. Who knows what you might spot? Falling stars? E.T.’s home planet? Or UFO’s that may appear in the night skies during HallowCherry Springs State Park has the darkest skies east of een? Let your imagination run the Mississippi. wild as you experience one of the world’s best star gazing fields.

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For other fun in that area, a Halloween event takes place not far from the park.

The Pennsylvania Lumber Museum offers Lantern Tours on October 23-24. This walk provides the right amount of fright for visitors who are led around the property by lamplight to hear ghost stories and eerie tales!

Something less frightful and more in the way of Halloween fun is a fall visit to Roba’s Family Farms, one of Northeastern Pennsylvania’s favorite destinations for fall fun. Families and small groups can reserve individually set picnic areas complete with a fire area to enjoy a picnic on an autumn day. The Hillbilly Pig Races, Corn Maze, Wagon Rides, Rock Mountain Slides, and Farm Animal Center offer Halloween hoopla for kids and adults alike. Before leaving, find the perfect pumpkin and create a

Photo credit: Roba Family Farms

The spacious property of Roba’s Family Farms in Northeastern PA allows ample room to have fall fun with a wide variety of outdoor activities like wagon rides, Farm Animal Center, Mega Maze, and private picnic areas.

Photo credit: PA Lumber Museum Scary stories and some trick-or-treating along the walk at the Pennsylvania Lumber Museum make for a fun fright this October during the popular Haunted Halloween Tour.

jack-o-lantern to keep the goblins away!

The Roba Family has put together protocols listed on their website to ensure social distancing and regular cleaning of “high touch” areas of the property, making it a great stop to start the seasonal celebration safely!

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Safari.” Put fear aside and learn about these often-misunderstood creatures. Be warned - one or two shrieks are bound to be heard as part of the fun!

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Finally, it would not be Halloween without some creepy crawlies and other scary species.

Kids will delight in the snakes, spiders, and other animals at Clyde Peeling’s Reptiland near Williamsport. This October, visitors can experience To some they are the stuff of Halloween frights, however, “Reptiland’s Flashlight on a visit to Clyde Peeling’s Reptiland, you will learn the important role that so many of nature’s misunderstood creatures play.

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Through Sep 4. The Nicole & Harry Sep 12. Fall Gas Up. 814-827-2797, Martin Spring Show. Erie Art Muse- www.drakewell.org

um, Erie. 814-459-5477, www.erieartmuseum.org Sep 12. Edinboro Highland Games & Scottish Festival. Edinboro UniverThrough Nov 7. Wooden Nickel Corn sity, Edinboro. 814-732-1420, www.edinMaze. Wooden Nickel Buffalo Farm, boro.edu Inc., Edinboro. 814-250-5908, https:// www.WoodenNickelBuffalo.com Sep 15-19. Albion Area Fair. Albion Fairgrounds, Albion. 814-756-3911, Aug 31-Sep 5. Erie County Fair. Erie www.albionfair.com County Fairgrounds, Wattsburg. 814739-2232, www.wattsburgfair.com Sep 18-20. Smicksburg Apple Fest.

Smicksburg Apple Fest, Smicksburg.

Sep 5-6. German Heritage Festival. 814-257-8553, www.smicksburg.net St. Nick’s Grove, Erie. 814-456-9599, www.DANK-Erie.org

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724-837-1500, thewestmoreland.org

Sep 11. Saltsburg Car Cruise. Canal

Park, Saltsburg. 724-639-3728, www. facebook.com/visitsaltsburg

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xperience the many trails of Lawrence County; Scenic ATV in underground mines, authentic Amish experiences, craft burgers and ethnic foods as well as wine and brew trails. Follow these readymade trails or create your own adventure with friends and family.

Good conversation begins with good food and a great libation. We have you covered on both. Lawrence County is home to wineries and breweries along with places to enjoy hundreds of domestic and imported beer.

The scenic beauty includes hiking & biking trails, rivers for fishing kayaking, and canoeing, historic covered bridges and a ruggedly beautiful state park.

Two sects of old-order Amish make the sight of horse-drawn buggies on major roads commonplace. You may experience a guided tour deep into the lifestyles of the Amish or travel at your leisure on a self-guided tour.

Rich in culture, the county boasts its own ballet company, community theater, genealogical research center, historic museums and art galleries. Restaurants of various ethnic cultures are matchless.

Events include antique car shows, art festivals, horse and dog shows, quilt auctions, fairs, a hot air balloon rally and a fireworks festival. With two internationally known fireworks display companies, Lawrence County is the “Fireworks Capital of America.”

Sep 18-20. Erie Irish Festival. St. Pat-

rick’s Church, Erie. 814-454-8085, ext.

101, https://www.erieirishfestival.com

Sep 19. Fall Coin Show. S & T Bank Arena, Indiana. 724-465-0618

Sep 19, Sep 26-27, Oct 2-3, Oct 9-10, Oct 16-17, Oct 23-24, Oct 3031. Scary Harry’s Haunted Trail. Scary

Harry’s , Homer City. 724-840-2976, http://www.scaryharrys.com

Sep 19. Honey Harvest Festival. As-

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Sep 24-26. Race of Champions Week- Oct 30. Evening in the Stacks . Indiend. Lake Erie Speedway, North East. ana Free Library, Indiana. 724-465-8841,

http://www.rocmodifiedseries.com

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Sep 25-27. Wine Fest. Gravel Pit Nov 1. Indiana First Bank Veteran’s Park, North East. 814-725-4262, www. Marathon, Half Marathon & Maranechamber.org thon Relay . Ghost Town Trail, Black Lick. 724-599-5929, http://www.indianSep 25-Oct 30. Spooky Hayride & aroadrunners.com Walk of Darkness. Sparrow Pond Family Campground, Waterford. www.face- Nov 3. Pancake & Sausage Day. Inbook.com/spchauntedhayride diana Regional Medical Center Cafeteria, Indiana. 724-463-0277, http://www.

Sep 27, Oct 25..Washington Antiques uwindianacounty.org Fair. Wild Things Park, Washington. www.washingtonantiquesfair.com Nov 6-8, 13-15. Smicksburg Old Fashioned Country Christmas Open Sep 27. Harvest Party/Fall Open House . Smicksburg, Smicksburg. 814House. Dillweed Bed & Breakfast, Dill- 257-8553, https://www.smicksburg.net town. 814-446-6465, dillweedinc.com

Nov 6. Wine Walk . Downtown InSep 27-Oct 3. Downtown Craft Beer diana, Indiana. 724-463-6110, https:// Week. Downtown Indiana, Indiana. www.downtownindiana.org

724-463-6110, https://www.downtownindiana.org Nov 6-8. Pittsburgh Pet Expo. DavidL. Lawrence Convention Center, PittsOct 10. IUP Homecoming. Indiana burgh. http://pghpetexpo.com University of PA , Indiana. https://www. iup.edu/homecoming Nov 6-8. WQLN Holiday Craft Show.

Rainbow Gardens, Erie. 814-217-6058, Oct 10-11, Oct 17-18, Oct 24-25. www.wqln.org

Pumpkin Festival at Reeger’s Farm .

Reeger’s Farm , Shelocta. 724-541-3205, Nov 6-8, 13-15. Harvest Celebrahttps://www.facebook.com/pumpkin- tion Weekends. Throughout Lake Erie festivalatreegersfarm Wine Country, Erie. www.lakeeriewinecountry.org Oct 15-30. Zoo Boo. Erie Zoo, Erie.

814-864-4091, www.eriezoo.org Nov 7. Oil and War. 814-827-2797, www.drakewell.org

Oct 17. Love of Life 5K Walk/Run for Breast Cancer . IRMC Healthcare Nov 7-8. Antiques & Collectibles Foundation , Indiana. 724-357-8053 Show & Sale. 724-225-9950, Wash-

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By Wendy Royal

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here’s plenty of uncertainty to go around these days. But, one thing we can count on is our fair share of cold weather this winter. If you’re anything like me, the mere thought of being cooped up for an entire season is stressful at best. Though summer and fall are my favorite seasons, Pennsylvania provides plenty to enjoy during the winter months. Here are my Top 10 cold-weather activities that will get you outdoors.

1. A winter bonfire is a fun change of pace. Typically this would be top of my list for fall, but a roaring fire, warm cider, and good friends sounds like my favorite new winter tradition.

2. Once the temperatures drop, resorts throughout the PA will begin making snow if mother nature doesn’t provide the real stuff. Skiing and snowboarding are staples of Pennsylvania’s 22 ski resorts. Because I have trouble staying upright on dry surfaces, snow tubing is my go-to adrenalin rush - lots of speed and not far to fall.

Photo credit: Nemacolin Woodlands Resort

3. Who would have thought that dog sledding was a thing in the lower 48?

Nemacolin Woodlands Resort in Farmington offers rides that showcase their spectacular property. The trip lasts about one hour and includes a kennel tour.

Check out all the wintertime activities available at Nemacolin at nemacolin.com

market andsleigh the evening enjoying the 4. Horse-drawn and carriage ambiance thousands of lights and skatrides are a of staple in many Hallmark ing with the Ben Franklin Bridge as your Christmas movies. While you may backdrop. There is so much to see and do notthe meet your future spouse, it sure that this at Delaware River Waterfront makes amake great aimpression your weekend would fantastic on winter getaway. date. A blanket and thermos filled

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with hot chocolate, and you’re all set.

The 682-acre Chapman State Park You can thank me later. Bethlehem, is an outdoor enthusiasts dream that also known as Christmas offers doesn’t take a break City, when colder temspecial Christmas Carriage Rides peratures hit. Each January, people flock to County Winterfest, fromWarren November 27, 2020 to Janu- a celebration of the outdoors with sled-dog races, ary 3, 2021 canine weight pulls, sledding, and a polar Reserve your carriage ride plunge into icy Chapman Lake. The 7-acre through Bethlehem’s sledding hill, located onNational the west side of Historic District the lake, isLandmark open to the publicatthroughout the winter. When weather permits, the hill historicbethlehem.org is illuminated for night-time fun! There is a warming hut heated by a wood-burning stove near the sledding hill.

For links to all the locations mentioned in this article logon to whereandwhen.com/winter-2021-preview/

Photo credit: DelawareRiverWaterfront.org

6. Cross-Country Skiing is a great way to experience our state parks while the tree branches hang heavy with snow. The quiet of the forest after a fresh blanket of snow is something we all need to experience. All the busyness of our daily life seems to fade away as you breathe in the fresh air and peacefulness. Check out dcnr.pa.gov/StateParks to find a state park near you.

5. The Blue Cross RiverRink at Philly’s Penn’s Landing has been a cold-weather tradition for 27 years.

The Olympic-sized public ice rink is a winter wonderland oasis in the city.

The rink complex features a heated facility, viewing areas, cabins, fire pit areas, public restrooms, and warm food and drinks in the Lodge. Spend the day skating and shopping at the holiday market and the evening enjoying the ambiance of thousands of lights and skating with the Ben Franklin Bridge as your backdrop.

Photo courtesy of US Hot Air Balloon Team. Photographer: Jackie Andress

7. Viewing the landscape from above is a U.S. Hot Air Balloon Team specialty, and experiencing the beauty of a fresh blanket of snow from 2,000 feet is breathtaking! The U.S. Hot Air Balloon Team offers rides year-round, with launch sites in Lancaster, Chester and Bucks Counties. In 2021 flights from Hershey and Gettysburg will resume. Visit ushotairballoon. com for more information.

Photo credit: Warren County Winterfest

8. The 682-acre Chapman State Park is an outdoor enthusiasts dream that doesn’t take a break when colder temperatures hit. Each January, people flock to Warren County Winterfest, a celebration of the outdoors with sled-dog races, canine weight pulls, sledding, and a polar plunge into icy Chapman Lake. The 7-acre sledding hill, located on the west side of the lake, is open to the public throughout the winter. When weather permits, the hill is illuminated for night-time fun! There is a warming hut heated by a wood-burning stove near the sledding hill.

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