COUNTRY KETTLE CANDY & GIFT SHOP PG. 5 STOP BY THE BUTCHER SHOPPE PG. 6 LAKE NAOMI REAL ESTATE PROS PG. 14 LA FESTA ITALIANA LABOR DAY WEEKEND PG. 17
OPEN DAILY 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM 570-421-8970 www.country-kettle.com 2523 Milford Road, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 KETTLE Candy & Gift Shop Country Not valid with any other offer. One per family. Must present coupon. Expiration Date: 7/30/22 OFF ANY $30 PURCHASE3$ WOW! Look at All CANDYThat ! SALAD DRESSINGS HOT SAUCES 10/31/22
91 YEARS PUBLICATIONOF EdwinPublisherR.Miller, II Art Director & Webmaster Aaron G. Imbt Contributing Writer Amy H. CopyrightLosonsky©2022EdwinR.Miller,IIPublisher (24 issues / Annually) This Week in the Poconos Digital Magazine Signup online at thisweek.net 24 issues published annually with a controlled complimentary distribution through resorts, hotels, motels, cottage colonies, information centers & travel bureaus, places of interest, realtors & developers. September 3, 2022 COUNTRY KETTLE CANDY & GIFT SHOP PG. 5 STOP BY THE BUTCHER SHOPPE PG. 6 LAKE NAOMI REAL ESTATE PROS PG. 14 LA FESTA ITALIANA LABOR DAY WEEKEND PG. 17 This Week in the Poconos Continued on Page 8 8 ART & HISTORY 18 DINING 3 EVENTS 8 LODGING 10-11 POCONO AREA MAP 6 SHOPPING 12 INDOORS & OUTDOORS WAYS TO PLAY RESOURCE GUIDES QUIET VALLEY Living Historical Farm STROUDSBURG, PA 570 992-6161 quietvalley.org Fall Nature Walk September 18 th at 9am Walk the farm and surroundings to learn why we have seasons and what causes the leaves to change colors. $12 Admission, includes breakfast sandwich Mark Your Calendars... 48TH aNNual Harvest Festival Saturday and Sunday October 8 & 9 10:00am to 5:00pm both days Heritage Craft, Trade Skill & Food Demos common in the 1800s such as: Candle Dipping, Scrapple Making, Tanning, Leather Work, Spinning, and Weaving One Room School, Civil War Encampment, Folk Entertainment, Refreshments, Quilt Raffle, Wagon Rides, Childrens Activities & much more! Admission: $18 Adults; $10 Ages 3-12 W her e AREA EVENTS Information subject to change Confirm dates, times & info at each event venue’s website, or call ahead. 17 La Festa Italiana Returns Labor Day Weekend in Nearby Scranton 5 Look at ALL That Candy! & Much More at Country Kettle Candy & Gift Shop 6 Exceptional Grilled Eats Stop by The Butcher Shoppe for Great Ideas 14 Real Estate Pros at Lake Naomi Find the Perfect Place to Stay THRU SEPTEMBER 17 POCONO EXPRESS Times vary; see website for details THE STOURBRIDGE LINE –HONESDALE STATION Honesdale - 812 Main St. (570) 470-2697 thestourbridgeline.net Price: $20/adults 13+, $10/ages 3-12, free for children 2 and under (lap seat) THRU SEPTEMBER 30 LEHIGH GORGE SCENIC TRAIN EXCURSIONS Tours: Daily 11AM; 1PM; 3PM LEHIGH GORGE SCENIC RAILWAY - JIM THORPE TRAIN STATION Jim Thorpe - 1 Susquehanna St. (570) 325-8485 lgsry.com Price: $17/adult; $9/child (3-12); free for children 2 and under 9 Take a Hike Plan for Outdoor Adventure This Fall!
RT. 940 & PARK AVE., MT. POCONO • 570 839-7338 • poconobaitshop.com Eight Impressive Waterfalls Endless Exploration on Nature Trails Breathtaking Scenery Mining for Gemstones Brave the Maze Fudge Kitchen/Ice Cream Parlor Gift Shop 138 Bushkill Falls Trail, Bushkill, PA 18324 570.588.6682 VisitBushkillFalls.com Visit us online to learn more! 4 This Week in the Poconos
Look at ALL That Candy! (AND SO MUCH MORE!)
I n every nook and cranny of Country Kettle Candy and Gift Shop is something delicious and wonderful you will want to purchase and take home! From clothing, jewelry and collectibles to all of the tasty candy and treats they sell, there is something appealing for all ages. Multiple entrances into rooms and a super friendly staff bring you thousands of available products to choose from. Animal lovers must check out their fun animal themed products. There are toys for children, plenty of home decor including brand name candles and crystals, holiday themed items, Lenox, jewelry including Swarovski and Wind and Fire bracelets, and neat little souvenirs you can purchase to commemorate your vacation in the NowPoconos.ifsweets and snacks are your thing, there are so many choices you won’t believe your eyes. From the barrels upon barrels of candy to the display of mouth-watering homemade fudge, Country Kettle is a sweet lover’s dream come true. A variety of prepackaged snacks make it super easy to enjoy when traveling on the go, and the chocolate covered pretzels and almond bark make a delicious treat. The packaged baby animal crackers are an adorable munch that you can’t pass up. Take home a bottle of one of their unique salad dressings or hot sauces - there are flavors galore! And stop by the gigantic gum ball machine, it makes for a super fun family photo. From sweet treats to gifts galore, Country Kettle has it all. You must visit them today!
OPEN DAILY 9:30AM - 5:30PM (570) 421-8970 country-kettle.com 2523 Milford Rd., East Stroudsburg
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6 This Week in the Poconos Carroll & BooksellersCarroll 740 Main Street Stroudsburg, Penna. 18360 (570) 420-1516 New, Used SHOPPING DIRECTORY WHERE TOCountrySHOPJunction 6565 Interchange Rd./ Rt. 209, Lehighton, (610) 377-5050, 5204 Route 115 Blakeslee, PA 18610 The Butcher Shoppe Kobe Beef, Imported Cheeses, Seafood, Grade-A Foie Gras, Patés, 12 Varieties of Sausage Specialty Oils & Vinegars, Bell & Evans Poultry Specialty Foods & CoffeeEst. 1975 Wednesday thru Saturday 10am - 6pm Sunday 11am - 3pm 640 Rt. 940, Pocono Lake • thebutchershoppe.com • 570 646-0525 CUSTOM CUT PRIME BEEF • LAMB • PORK • VEAL AlligAtor • Antelope • BuffAlo • CAmel Burgers • DuCk BreAsts elk • frog legs • guineA Hens • kAngAroo • ostriCH pHeAsAnt • QuAil • rABBit • Venison • WilD BoAr • YAk VARIETY of SPECIALTY BBQ SAUCES, SEASONINGS and DRY RUBS TRIPLE SMOKED BACON BAYOU BACON WILD BOAR BACON CASH ONLY T he Pocono Mountains opens doors to a world of delightful dining experiences. From exqui site restaurant options and tanta lizing takeout; to exploring excep tional cook-yourself eats. As such, The Butcher Shoppe’s Marc Zahra welcomes the opportunity to propose a few mouth-watering grilling options sure to ignite intrigue. Ever consider Alligator, Kangaroo, Elk or Buffalo? Offering exotic meats and familiar Prime Beef cuts like Rib-eye, Strip and Porterhouse steak for well over 40 years; this Pocono Lake shop also shares a flair for how to prop erly Recommendingprepare.
The Butcher Shoppe 640 Rt. 940, Pocono Lake, (570) 646-0525, thebutchershoppe.com. Extraordinary selection of fine meats, and specialty foods. & 740 Main Street, Stroudsburg, (570) 420-1516, New, used & rare books,
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This Week in the Poconos 7 Rt. Greentown507676-3373TOCOLDBEERGO Major Credit Cards Accepted House H of C andles Candle Carving demos 10 AM 4 PM “The OldesT Candle shOp in The pOCOnOs” Between Tannersville & Henryville on Rt. 715 N Open Mon. thru Sat. 9AM 5PM Closed sunday 570 629-1953 houseofcandles.com 9/3/22 ISSUEOFF PLUS FREE GIFT w/ this coupon NOT VALID ON SALE ITEMS/OTHER PROMOS LARGE FACTORY SHOWROOM WITH SAVINGS UP TO 70% ! Products from Over 150 Manufacturers, as Well as Products Made on Premises. Genuine Fiesta • Hartstone Dinnerware Polish Pottery • Romertopf Bakers Glassware • Christmas Items Pizza Stones • Halloween Items Pickling Crocks AND MUCH, MUCH MORE! OPEN 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM Tuesday thru Saturday Closed Sunday & Monday Route 191, LaAnna 2022 INVENTORY REDUCTION SALE 570 676-3248 holleyross.com SEE FACEBOOK FOR WEEKLY SALES & SPECIALS Rt.191 LaAnna, PA country-kettle.com. Wow! Look at all that candy! Candles, jewelry, accessories, collectibles & more. Holley Ross Pottery 167 Rt. 191, La Anna, (570) 676-3248, holleyross.com. Large selection of Fiestaware, Polish Pottery, Romertopf Bakeware & more, all at great prices. House of Candles 3371 Rt. 715, Henryville, (570) 6291953, houseofcandles.com. See candles made at the oldest candle shop in the Poconos. Starting Gate Action Sports 5907 Milford Rd., East Stroudsburg, (570) 588-4807, startinggateonline. com. Find great gear from top-selling brands. Selling fun for over 40 years!
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Information subject to change Coolbaugh Township Historical Association 5590 Municipal Dr., Tobyhanna, (570) 894-4207, cooltownhistorical.org. Preserving and en couraging community interest in the unique history of the area. In the Wills Mansion Bicentennial Museum. Open Mondays 10am to Noon and by Appointment.
Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm 347 Quiet Valley Rd., Stroudsburg, (570) 992-6161, quietvalley.org. A living history museum pre serving 19th century Pennsylvania German agricultural heritage. Tobyhanna Train Station & Museum Route 423, Tobyhanna, (570) 894-3338, Restored train station serves as a railroad museum. Check out Pocono Rail Historical Society on Facebook for more information and visitors’ open hours for the Summer season PA
Rt. 209, Bushkill 570 poconoindianmuseum.com588-9338 Pocono Indian Museum Purchase One Full Price Adult Admission, Receive One Adult or Child Admission One Half Price & Gift Shop Wher e AREA EVENTS Information subject to change Continued from Page 3 Continued on Page 12 THRU SEPTEMBER 4 GREENE DREHER STERLING FAIR Times vary by day GREENE STERLINGDREHERFAIR Newfoundland - 457 Crestmont Dr. (570) 676-4047 gdsfair.com Price: $8/person (extra charges may apply for some special events) THRU SEPTEMBER 4 END OF SUMMER BASH CONCERT SERIES 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM SKYTOP LODGE SOUTH LAWN Skytop - Route 390 (855) 345-7759 skytop.com THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 1 HOP ON HOP OFF WINE TROLLEY 12:00 PM TO 9:00 PM THE POCONO HISTORIC TROLLEY TOUR Stroudsburg - 18 N 7th St. (570) 977-7731 poconodaytripper.com Price: $60/person (must be at least 21 with a valid ID) THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 1 SUMMER SEASON FARM TOUR 10:00 AM TO 5:00 PM QUIET VALLEY LIVING HISTORICAL FARM Stroudsburg - 347 Quiet Valley Rd. (570) 992-6161 quietvalley.org Price: $15/adults; $8/ages 3-12 FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 2 KOOL AND THE GANG Doors: 5 PM; Showtime: 7 PM
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French Manor Inn & Spa 50 Huntingdon Dr., South Sterling (877) 720-6090, thefrenchmanor.com. A beautiful stone chateau with romantic rooms and suites, and elegant dining room and a fully ‘green’ spa.
ART & HISTORY
Morgan Gallery 409 Route 940, Blakeslee, (570) morgangalleryonline.com.646-5333,“Theoldest art gallery in the Poconos.” Featuring original art by local artists. Pocono Indian Museum Route 209, Bushkill, (570) poconoindianmuseum.com.588-9338,Artifacts and crafts of Delaware River Native Americans. See their coupon on this page for a great half-off coupon offer!
MORGAN GALLERY Fine Art & Picture Framing The Oldest Art Gallery in the Poconos Original Art by Local Artists 570 646-5333 morgangallery.com 409 Rt. 940 • Blakeslee,
Lake Harmony Inn 90 N. Lake Dr., Lake Harmony (570) 722-0522, lakeharmonyinn.com. Mountain Laurel Resort & Spa 81 Tree Tops Cir., White Haven (570) 443-8411, mountainlaurelresort.com. The Resort at Mountain Springs Lake 1246 Mountain Spring Rd., Reeders, (570) 629-0251, mslresort.com. “An enchanting Pocono resort” offering year-round mountain accommodations, wedding & event venues.
CULTURE & CAPTIVATING FACTS
WHERE 94 Sanctuary Road, Lake Ariel TAKE ME THERE Exit 20 off Interstate 84 to Route 507 North then left onto Ledgedale turn right toward Hawley & right onto St Mary Church Road for .2 miles then right onto Lacawac Road.
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LACAWAC SANCTUARY
FIND MORE HERE dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/findapark/promisedland
EXQUISITE SCENERY EVERYWHERE Christened “The Niagara of Pennsylvania”—witness one of the most beautiful and dramatic natural sights in the Pocono Mountains as this hiking hotspot obliges with eight superlative waterfalls cascading over primeval rocks and slate walls. HERE visitbushkillfalls.com
R hills, waterfalls, rivers, lakes and evergreen forests; the Pocono Mountains offers 2,400 square miles of astonishing natural beauty. Embracing the opportunity to introduce (and re-introduce) the great outdoors, let’s lend a hand encouraging everyone to GO TAKE A HIKE sharing trail maps from a collection of spectacular spots.
PROMISED LAND STATE PARK
EXQUISITE SCENERY EVERYWHERE Nearly 3,000 acres on the Pocono Plateau at 1,800 feet above sea level delivers peak performance for endurance. Surround yourself with over 12,400 acres of Pennsylvania’s Delaware State Forest and natural areas.
EXQUISITE SCENERY EVERYWHERE Emerging from underground springs and seeps, Two-Mile Run feeds into Tobyhanna Creek, and eventually feeds the Lehigh River. Along the way, it traverses the 2,500-acre Thomas Darling Preserve at Two-Mile Run, a place where visitors can witness an extensive mosaic of glacial wetlands via a two-mile trail and boardwalk system.
WHERE Burger Road Pocono Lake TAKE ME THERE Exit 284 off Interstate 80 East to PA 115 North then Right on Burger Road
Make Plans to Repeat the Feat... Saving Trail Maps ...Then Revisit these Fabulous Destinations INTO THE AUTUMN!
WHERE 100 Lower Lake Road, Greentown TAKE ME THERE Exit 26 off Interstate 84 to PA 390
HICKORY RUN STATE PARK WHERE 3613 State Route 534, White Haven TAKE ME THERE Exit 274 off Interstate 80 to PA 534 then 6 miles to the Park EXQUISITE SCENERY EVERYWHERE Offering an invigorating exploration— checkout Boulder Field at this popular state park in Carbon County! A National Natural Landmark and true scenic wonder, this field of astounding stone is actually remains of the last ice advance. Easily accessible in Hickory Run off the scenic 3.5 mile Boulder Field hiking trail.
BUSHKILL FALLS WHERE Bushkill Falls Trail, Bushkill TAKE ME THERE Exit 309 off Interstate 80 to Route 209 North then Left at the Light onto Bushkill Falls Road, then left onto Bushkill Falls Trail
EXQUISITE SCENERY EVERYWHERE Enjoy hiking trails, bogs & more within 545 sprawling acres that includes the near pristine glacial Lake Lacawac & its FINDwatershed.MORE HERE lacawac.org
FIND MORE HERE dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/findapark/hickoryrun
Boulder Lak e 1 24 1. Beltzville 2. Big Pocono 3. Childs 4. Gouldsboro 5. Hickory Run 6. Jacobsburg 7. Lehigh Gorge 8. Nescopeck 9. Pohopoco 1. Beltzville 2. Big Pocono 3. Childs 4. Gouldsboro 5. Hickory Run 6. Jacobsburg 7. Lehigh Gorge 8. Nescopeck 9. Pohopoco 10. Promised Land 11. NationalSteamtownHistoric Site 12. Tobyhanna 5 Copyright © 2015 Edwin R. Miller, II, Publisher “This Week in the Poconos” www.thisweek.net(570)Magazine646-2121 70One inch equals approx 7 miles Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain54213 31 1. Beltzville 2. Big Pocono 3. Childs 4. Gouldsboro 5. Hickory Run 6. Jacobsburg 7. Lehigh Gorge 8. Nescopeck 9. Pohopoco 10. Promised Land 11. Steamtown National Historic Site 12. Tobyhanna RecreationNationalWaterDelawareGap Area Upper Delaware Scenic RiRecreationalandver Big Boulder Sk i Area Blue ResortMountainJackFrostSkiAreaShawneeMountainSkiArea42135 Copyright © 2017 Edwin R. Miller, II, Publisher “This Week in the Poconos” www.thisweek.net(570)Magazine646-2121 Copyright © 2022 Edwin R. Miller, II, Publisher “This Week in the MagazinePoconos” (570) 646-2121 • thisweek.net 2 2 5 1 3 4
OF THE POCONOS From Pocono Mountains Municipal Airport CONVENIENTLY LOCATED ON RT. 611,MT. POCONO OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK YEAR ‘ROUND THE PUBLIC IS ALWAYS WELCOME Other Moyer Aviation Services: Air Taxi Service......................All Points Flight Training.................Basic, Advanced Aircraft Rentals . ...................All Models Airplane Sales & Service.............All Models CALL AHEAD FOR RESERVATIONS AIR TOURS MOYER AVIATION 570-839-7161www.moyeraviation.com MajorÊCreditÊCardsÊAccepted 570 839-7161 at Pocono Mountains Municipal Airport Rt. 611, Mt. Pocono, www.moyeraviation.comPA of the POCONOS 1. Beltzville 2. Big Pocono 3. Childs 4. Gouldsboro 5. Hickory Run 6. Jacobsburg 7. Lehigh Gorge 8. Nescopeck 9. Pohopoco 10. Promised Land 11. NationalSteamtownHistoric 12. Tobyhanna Copyright © 2020 Edwin R. Miller, II, Publisher “This Week in the Poconos” www.thisweek.net(570)Magazine646-2121 70One inch equals approx. 7 miles MasthopeSki5423 Copyright © 2020 Edwin R. Miller, II, Publisher “This Week in the Poconos” www.thisweek.net(570)Magazine646-2121 PA NY NJ ResortBlueBigJackShawneeSki435 Copyright © 2020 Edwin R. Miller, II, Publisher “This Week in the Poconos” www.thisweek.net(570)Magazine646-2121CREEKBARLEY tannersvilleBreweryBreweryBreweryeateryeateryeaterydistillerydistillerydistillery Pocono Select Group1 2 DINING 1 IN OUT& 2 3 4 5 Barley BarleyBrewingCreekCompanyCreekTasting Room at Crossings Outlets Cook’s Corner Family Restaurant The French Manor Inn & Spa Van JubileeGilder’sRestaurant REAL ESTATE GUIDE
Go-KartsS&S andenthusiastchallengingoffersSpeedways.com.209, SportsStarting Bushkill(570)SportsMinutes BoatWallenpaupack Details.rentalsoncom.(570) 1428 Pocono Blvd Route 611 Mount Pocono POCONOROCKS.COM an funINDOORall for 1428 Pocono Blvd Route 611 Mount Pocono POCONOROCKS.COM an funINDOORall for T EMPORARILY C LOSED for updates, visit Poconorocks.com or call 570 580-4100 INDOOR GO-KARTS FOR FAmIly FuN ! 570 420-5500 SSSpeedwayS.com • 80E to 33S, Ex.302A to Snydersville, left onto Bus. 209, 1-1/2 mi on Right. • 80W to Ex.304 to Shafers School House Rd. Light, Right & Left & One Mile on Left. Indoor Go-Karts GPS AddrESS: 7062 rt. 209, StroudSburG, PA 18360 MuSt bE 54” to drivE in the poconos brinG thiS Ad for onE frEE rAcE! RAcE puRcHASE REquiREd; LiMit 1 cOupOn pER cuStOMER ExpiRES 8/24/21 HOuRS: thursday/Friday 5-10 • Saturday 12-10 Sunday 12-7 • Mon., Tue., Wed. 3-8 570 588-4807 Route 209 Bushkill, Adjoining The Pocono Indian Museum & Gift Shop Minutes from Shawnee Mountain startinggateonline.com Selling Fun For oVer 40 yearS! STARTING GATE ACTION SPORTS STARTING GATE ACTION SPORTS Avenue PoconoBaitShopMountPocono,PA Est: 1975 839-7338poconobaitshop.com Bushkill Falls 138 Bushkill Falls Trl., off Bushkill Falls Rd., Bushkill, (570) 588-6682, visitbushkillfalls.com. Eight impressive waterfalls, endless exploration on nature trails, breathtaking scenery, mining for gemstones, brave the maze, fudge kitchen, ice cream parlor and gift shop. Claws ‘N’ Paws Wild Animal Park Rt. 590, 4 miles east of Hamlin.
14 This Week in the Poconos Alvin’s Off-Road Playground 2069 Long Pond Rd., Long Pond, (570) 355-5060, blockers.com. Bushkill Falls 138 Bushkill Falls Trl., off Bushkill Falls Rd., Bushkill, (570) 588-6682, visitbushkillfalls.com. Eight impressive waterfalls, endless exploration on nature trails, breathtaking scenery, mining for gemstones, brave the maze, fudge kitchen, ice cream parlor and gift shop. Open through November. Claws ‘N’ Paws 1475 Ledgedale Rd., Lake Ariel, (570) 6986154, clawsnpaws.com. “Get close to the animals” at this family-friendly Pocono destination. Park features over 120 different kinds of animals and interactive exhibits. Crystal Cave 963 Crystal Cave Rd., Kutztown, (610) 683-6765, crystalcavepa.com. Explore Pennsylvania’s amazing natural wonder - underground tours with a museum and more! Open through November. Jack Frost National Rt. 940 & Jack Frost Mtn. Rd., Blakeslee. (570) 443-2414, jackfrostnational.com. Morgan localingalleryonline.com.940, Peterson’s petersonskiandcycle.com.5646 Pocono vendingseason.liveover7338,Park &Pocono Delawaredianmuseum.com.ActionRoute Pocono norocks.com,facebook.com/PoconoRocks/,cumstances.Temporarilycourses,fun-for-all!580-4100,Blvd., (GPS: 1475 Lake (570) 698-6154, Kutztown, (610) 683-6765, Gallery 409 Route 940, Blakeslee, (570) 646-
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Pocono Bait Shop Rt. 940 at Park Avenue, Mount Pocono, (570) 839-7338, poconobaitshop.com. Celebrating its 47th year in business and offering live bait for all seasons! Check out their 24-hour worm vending machine, available year round.
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clawsnpaws.com. Get close to over 120 kinds of animals! Hand feed a giraffe and lory parrots. Fun fossil hunts, dino digs, petting zoo and turtle town. Crystal Cave 963 Crystal Cave Rd.,
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Pocono Indian Museum & Gift Shop 5425 Milford Rd., Route 209, Bushkill (adjacent to Starting Gate Action Sports), (570) 588-9338, poconoindianmuseum. com. Artifacts and crafts of Delaware River Native Americans. Pocono Rocks! 1428 Pocono Blvd., Mount Pocono, Call ahead (570) 580-4100, poconorocks.com. Route 940 & Park 839-7338Avenuepoconobaitshop.com
GET toANIMALS! the CLOSE Logo Logo clawsnpaws.com570-698-6154 $1OFF Each Adult (Good for up to 6 Adults) Not valid with any other discount. (TW-22) Location: Rt. 590, 4 Miles East of Hamlin, PA GPS Address: 1475 Ledgedale Rd., Lake Ariel, PA 18436 Open 10-6, 7 Days a Week, May to Mid-October OVER 120 KINDS OF &PETTING&FOSSIL&HAND-FEEDANIMALSGIRAFFELORYPARROTSHUNTSDINODIGZOOTURTLETOWN answerKeepersearlyTheZooopensanhourjustforpatronswithyearlymemberships!willdoactivitiesandquestions,alongwithgivinginterestingfactsabouttheanimalsthatareapartofourZoofamily. SEPT. 24th MEMBERS MORNING Underground Tours • 150 Wooded Acres Museum • Gift & Souvenir Shops Ice Cream Parlor • Picnic Park Rock Shop • Panning for Gemstones Mini Golf • Café / Restaurant BETWEEN ALLENTOWN & READING NEAR ROUTE 222, KUTZTOWN PENNSY LVANIA SEE 963 Crystal Cave Rd., Kutztown, PA 19530 crystalcavepa.com South610-683-6765onRt.209&33 and West on Rt. 22 & 78 PENNSYLVANIA’S GREATEST NATURAL WONDER SPEND A DAY WITH NATURE AT EXPLORE PENNSYLVANIA’S GREAT DCNR.PA.GOV/STATEPARKSOUTDOORS This Week in the Poconos 13 INDOOR GO-KARTS FOR FAMILY FUN ! 570 420-5500 SSSpeedwayS.com • 80E to 33S, Ex.302A to Snydersville, left onto Bus. 209, 1-1/2 mi on Right. • 80W to Ex.304 to Shafers School House Rd. Light, Right & Left & One Mile on Left. INDOOR GO-KARTS GPS ADDRESS: 7062 RT. 209, STROUDSBURG, PA 18360 MUST BE 54” TO DRIVE in the inpoconos BRING THIS AD FOR ONE FREE RACE! RACE PURCHASE REQUIRED; LIMIT 1 COUPON PER CUSTOMER EXPIRES 10/3/22 HOURS: Thursday/Friday 5-10 • Saturday 12-10 Sunday 12-7 • Mon., Tue., Wed. 3-8 An indoor fun-for-all! Boulder climbing, obstacle courses, bounce houses, cafe and more. S&S IndoorSpeedwaysGo-Karts GPS: 7062 Route 209, Stroudsburg, (570) 420-5500, SSSpeedways.com. Simulating dirt, S&S offers side-by-side racing that is fun and challenging for the novice and the racing enthusiast alike! Video games, pool table, and snack bar with full view of racing. Starting Gate Action Sports 5907 Milford Rd., Route 209, Bushkill (adjacent to Pocono Indian Museum), (570) 588-4807, startinggateonline.com. Sports equipment, apparel and rentals. Minutes from Shawnee Mountain. ScenicWallenpaupackBoatTour 2487 Route 6, Hawley, (570) 226-3293, wallenpaupackboattour.com. Providing guided cruises on beautiful Lake Wallenpaupack. Boat rentals available. Open weekends thru mid-October. Call or visit website for details, and to reserve your tour time.
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S o many folks come to visit the beautiful Poconos yearly. Lake Naomi Real Estate strives to find you the perfect destination you need to enjoy your stay. Well respected in the real estate community and in the business for over fifty years, their agents are extremely knowledgeable of the Lake Naomi -Timber Trails area and surrounding communities, and will listen to your needs while working hard to find you the perfect property. Whether you are looking for a permanent place to live or a vacation rental, their agents are ready and willing to help. Autumn is around the corner, and it is a great time to book your rental. It is never too late to do so! Visit their website at LakeNaomi.com or call (570) 646-2222 and make an appointment with a real estate professional today. INN & SPA Huntingdon Dr. 676-3244 1234 Rd. 4 PM
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TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6 COMMUNITY CONCERT SERIES 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM THE SHAWNEE INN & GOLF GRAND LAWN Shawnee on Delaware - 100 Shawnee Inn Dr. (800) 742-9633 shawneeinn.com
Price: $5/person WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 7 MOVIES IN THE PARK: THE KARATE KID 7:45 PM TO 9:45 PM DANSBURY PARK East Stroudsburg - 15 Day St. (570) 426-1512 srosrc.org Price: Free; $5/person suggested donation. THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 8 WEEKLY EQUINE GESTALT CIRCLE 6:00 PM TO 8:00 PM BLISSFUL EXISTENCE HEALING ACRES East Stroudsburg - 109 Wicks Ln. (570) blissfulexistencehealingacres.com420-7599 Price: $40/person, per week THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 8 RAISE YOUR GLASS AND SUPPORT THE PAST SKYTOP LODGE Skytop - Route 390 (570) 421-7703 monroehistorical.org Price: $155/person (purchase tickets online) FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9 1964 THE TRIBUTE Doors Open: 7pm; Showtime: 8pm THE SHERMAN THEATER Stroudsburg - 524 Main St. (570) 420-2808 shermantheater.com Price: $29-$35 FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9 CHRIS CAGLE Doors: 6 PM; Showtime: 8 PM PENN’S PEAK Jim Thorpe - 325 Maury Rd. (866) 605-7325 pennspeak.com Price: $25/regular reserved seating; $30/ premium reserved seating
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POCONO ENV. ED. CTR. Dingmans Ferry - 538 Emery Rd. (570) 828-2319 peec.org SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11 GUIDED TOURS Tours: 11 AM and 1 PM POCONO ORGANICS Long Pond - 1015 Long Pond Rd. (570) 646-1100 poconoorganics.com Price: $5/person; children under 12 free TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13 COMMUNITY CONCERT SERIES 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM THE SHAWNEE INN & GOLF RESORT GRAND LAWN Shawnee on Delaware - 100 Shawnee Inn Dr. (800) 742-9633 shawneeinn.com TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13 SALSA FIESTA FOOD RELIEF FUNDRAISER FOR WAYNE COUNTY FARM TO FAMILIES FUND 6:30 PM TO 10:00 PM FARM ARTS COLLECTIVE Damascus - 38 Hickory Ln. (800) farmartscollective.org742-9633 Price: $5/donation, must register online WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 14 POCONO FUNDRAISERCOMMUNITYMOUNTAINSFOODFEST 5:30 PM MOUNT AIRY CASINO RESORT Mt. Pocono - 312 Woodland Rd. tjprice@ptd.net pmcfevent.com WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 14 SUMMER SEASON FARM TOUR 10:00 AM TO 5:00 PM QUIET VALLEY LIVING HISTORICAL FARM Stroudsburg - 347 Quiet Valley Rd. (570) 992-6161 quietvalley.org Price: $15/adults; $8/ages 3-12
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Wher e AREA EVENTS Information subject to change Continued from Page 14 TORETURNSSCRANTON M ore vendors, more attrac tions, more performers... more LaFesta Italiana! Who could ask for anything more as four fabulous fun filled days, Sep tember 2nd thru 5th set the stage for the time of your life Labor Day Weekend in Scranton’s Courthouse Square. This free festival embracing Ital ian heritage sights, sounds and tastes, collides with the rich culture of Downtown Scranton blending local merchants and more. From authentic cuisine to a diverse as sortment of vendors; to fireworks, dancing, and a list of outstanding performers you won’t want to miss all within walking distance. Check out lafestaitaliana.org for the full events schedule and directions. Click on the ‘Entertain ment’ tab for dates and times of performers – on the Alfredo’s Main Stage and the Wayne Bank Stage at the Cafe. Don’t miss great acts like The Exact Change Band, The Luongo Brothers with Gino Mercuri as Elvis, La Festa’s Premiere Tenor TJ Capobianco, Dance Band Popstar Drive, and many more! Follow ThisWeekInThePoconos ThisWeek.net/Upcoming-EventsVisit This Week in the Poconos 17 FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9 NIGHT TIME ZIP AND CLIMB 7:30 PM TO 8:30 PM BLUE MOUNTAIN RESORTSUMMIT AERIAL PARK Palmerton - 1660 Blue Mountain Dr. (484) 425-0324 skibluemt.com Price: $49/person (two-hour session) SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10 COTA JAZZ AND ARTS FESTIVAL Times Vary By Day OUTDOOR MAIN STAGE & DEER HEAD INN Delaware Water Gap - 22 Delaware Ave. (570) 424-2210 cotajazz.org Price: $30/adults, $20/seniors over 65, $5/ students; children under 10 are free SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10 ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR IN BINGHAM PARK 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM BINGHAM PARK Hawley - Main Ave., Route 6 (570) northernpoconoschamber.com226-3191 SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10 IRISH AMERICAN FESTIVAL
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SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11 LEN BRUNSON AND THE BURNERS 1:00 PM TO 4:00 PM THE INN AT BIRCH WILDS Lehighton - 3236 W Lizard Creek Rd. (570) marathonbarevents.com818-4433 Free! Donations to the ARTisaSHIP are appreciated.
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Dutch’s Shur Save 1564 Route 507, Greentown, (570) 6763373, dutchsmarket.com. A complete supermarket with convenience, variety and great service. Prepared meals, groceries, meat, produce, deli, catering, bakery, beer & wine.
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Crossings Premium Outlets 1000 Premium Outlets Dr., Suite F04, Tannersville, (272) Pennsylvania-madebarleycreektastingroom.com.200-2992,craftbrews, spirits and wines, including Barley Creek’s own award-winning beers and spirits, plus munchies and light fare menu.
The Cook’s Corner Family Restaurant 3150 Route 715, Henryville, (570) 620-1880, cookscornerrestaurant.com. Choose from delicious Italian specialties, homemade seafood dishes, juicy burgers, hearty salads, and more! All of the food is fresh and home made.
Van andJubileeGilder’sRestaurantPubinthePines 2067 Route 940, Pocono Pines, (570) 646-2377, jubileerestaurant.com. The “Breakfast King” Jubilee serves delicious breakfast every day. Lunch and dinner menus and daily specials. Great spirits and entertainment in the adjoining Pub in the Pines
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The French Manor Inn and Spa 50 Huntingdon Dr., South Sterling, (570) 676-3244, (877) 720-6095, thefrenchmanor. com. Gourmet French cuisine, superb wine list and spectacular mountain views. Four diamond AAA rating.
Barley Creek Brewing Company 1774 Sullivan Trl., Tannersville, (570) 629-9399, barleycreek.com. Hand-crafted ales and lagers, on-site distillery, cocktails, wine, specialty drinks. Pint-Size Park and Sidewalk Cafe outdoor dining options.
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#PoconoMtns the alpacas at Pocono Organics Fall Fest. The Irish American Festival will honor veterans and 9/11 victims with a fun day of entertainment. Learn more at PoconoMountains.com.
