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SURF THE MOUNTAINS Your Pocono Portal Adventure Sports: www.adventuresport.com American Candle: www.american-candle.com Baileys Grille & Steakhouse: www.baileyssteakhouse.com Barley Creek Brewing Company: www.barleycreek.com Bear Creek Inne: www.bearcreekinne.com Big Brown Fish and Pay Lakes: www.bigbrownfish.com Blue Mountain Ski Area Summer Events: www.skibluemt.com Bushkill Falls: www.visitbushkillfalls.com Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark: www.camelbeach.com CBK Mountain Adventures: www.CBKmountainadventures.com Century 21 Select Pocono Pines: www.C21PoconoPines.com Claws ‘N’ Paws Wild Animal Park: www.clawsnpaws.com Costa’s Family Fun Park: www.costasfamilyfunpark.com Country Junction: www.countryjunction.com Country Kettle: www.country-kettle.com Countryside Housekeeping Cottages: www.countrysidecottages.com Crescent Lodge: www.crescentlodge.com Crystal Cave: www.crystalcavepa.com Delaware Highlands Conservancy: www.delawarehighlands.org Dorflinger Glass Museum: http://dorflinger.org/glass_museum.html Downtown Hawley Partnership: www.visithawleypa.com Downtown Stroudsburg: www.stroudsburg.net Eckley Miners Village: www.eckleyminersvillagemuseum.com Fernwood Hotel & Resort: www.fernwoodhotel.com The French Manor: www.thefrenchmanor.com Greater Pocono Chamber of Commerce: www.greaterpoconochamber.com Greater White Haven Chamber of Commerce: www.whitehaven.org Greene-Dreher-Sterling Fair: www.GDSfair.com Grey Towers National Historic Landmark: www.fs.fed.us/gt Gumble Brothers: www.gumblebrothers.com Holley Ross Pottery: www.holleyross.com Hutton Metalcrafts: www.copperlamps.com The Inn at Jim Thorpe: www.innjt.net The Inn at Pocono Manor: www.poconomanor.com Jim Thorpe: www.jimthorpe.org Jubilee Restaurant: www.breakfastking.com Kittatinny Canoes: www.kittatinny.com Lake Naomi Real Estate: www.lakenaomi.com Land of Make Believe: www.landofmakebelieve.com Luzerne County Convention & Visitors Bureau: www.tournepa.com Miss Elly’s Antiques and Such: www.missellysantiques.com Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs: www.mohegansunpocono.com Monroe County Conservation District: www.mcconservation.org Monroe County Historical Association: www.monroehistorical.org Mountain Springs Lake Resort: www.mslresort.com Mt. Laurel Performing Arts Center: www.mtlaurelpac.com Nature Conservancy: www.nature.org/states/pennsylvania NEPA Audubon Society: www.nepaaudubonsociety.org PA Antique Dealers Association: www.pa-antiques.org PA Fish & Boat Commission: www.fish.state.pa.us PA PowerPort: www.state.pa.us PA State Park Information: www.visitpaparks.com Paradise Fishing Preserve: www.paradisetrout.com PennDOT District 4: http://www.dot.state.pa.us/penndot/districts/ district4.nsf/District 4 Homepage?readform

PennDOT District 5: http://www.dot.state.pa.us/penndot/districts/ district5.nsf/District+5+HomepageShort+List?readform PennDOT Driver & Vehicle Services: www.dmv.state.pa.us PennDOT’s NEPA Transportation Website: www.neparoads.com PennDOT’s Travel Information Website: www.511pa.com Pike County Conservation District: www.pikeconservation.org Pike County Tourism: www.discoverpikepa.com Pocono Arts Council: www.poconoarts.org Pocono Bike Rentals: www.poconobikerentals.com Pocono Builders Association: www.poconobuilders.org Pocono Cheesecake Factory: www.poconocheesecake.com Pocono Environmental Education Center: www.peec.org Pocono Indian Museum: www.poconoindianmuseum.com Pocono Lake Region Chamber of Commerce: www.lakeregioncc.com Pocono Mountain Arts Council: www.poconomac.com Pocono Mountains Flying Club: www.mpoflyingclub.org Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau: www.800poconos.com Pocono Outdoor Club: www.poconooutdoorclub.org Pocono Resorts Realty: www.prr1.com Pocono Tile Works: www.poconotileworks.com Pocono Whitewater: www.poconowhitewater.com Printing Craftsmen, Inc.: www.printingcraftsmeninc.com Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm: www.quietvalley.org Rubber Duckie Boat Rentals: www.rubberduckieboatrentals.com Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees: www.swbyankees.com The Settlers Inn: www.thesettlersinn.com Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort: www.shawneeinn.com Shawnee Mountain Summer Festivals: www.shawneemt.com Shawnee Playhouse: www.theshawneeplayhouse.com Skytop Resort: www.skytop.com Skyview Spa at Skytop Resort: www.skyviewspaatskytoplodge.com Smuggler’s Cove: www.smugglerscove.net The Spa at Mountain Laurel: www.thespaatmountainlaurel.com Spa Shawnee and Salon: www.spashawnee.com Split Rock Resort & Golf Club: www.splitrockresort.com S&S Speedways - Indoor Go-Karts: www.ssspeedways.com Starting Gate: www.startinggateonline.com Steamtown National Historic Site: www.nps.gov/stea Tannery Depot General Store: www.tannerydepot.com Teeters’ Furniture: www.teetersfurniture.com Theo B. Price Inc.: www.theobprice.com Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River: www.nps.gov/upde Visit PA: www.visitPA.com Vacation Home Signs: www.vacationhomesigns.com Vocelli Pizza: www.vocellipizza.com Wallenpaupack Scenic Boat Tour: www.wallenpaupackboattour.com Wally Lake Fest: www.wallylakefest.com Water Gap Trolley: www.watergaptrolley.com Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Int’l Airport: www.flyavp.com Woehrle’s Bait Shop: www.woehrlesbaitshop.com

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AUGUST 27, 2011 Pocono State Craft Festival .................................................................................4 Wally Lake Fest at Lake Wallenpaupack ............................................................5 94th Annual Greene-Dreher-Sterling Fair..........................................................6 Steam Train Excursion to Tobyhanna ...............................................................10 King of the Butterflies – Monarchs ..................................................................15 GOT MILKweed? ...............................................................................................15 Do the Delaware with Adventure Sports.........................................................21 Recreational Dam Release Weekend ...............................................................21 Whitewater Challengers Adventures ...............................................................21 Big Day Out and Moonlight Rafting with Pocono Whitewater .....................21 Tony Orlando in Concert at Mohegan Sun .....................................................26 Steam Model Trains, Music, & Ice Cream Social in Cresco...........................26 Benefit Performances of The Guys ...................................................................26 Faith Lutheran Church hosts Wayfarers & Company .....................................26 Settlers Inn Wine Chat and Jazz on the Deck .................................................28 PPL hosts Lake Wallenpaupack Dam Tours ....................................................28 Starry Nights at Big Pocono State Park ...........................................................47 Promised Land State Park Programs................................................................47 Hike, Party, and Kayak at Nescopeck State Park ............................................47 Escape, Getaway to The Inn at Jim Thorpe .....................................................53 Bethel One-Room School Open House ...........................................................53 Come Paint with Me at Shawnee Inn .............................................................53 Bushkill Falls Learn About Wildlife, Military Appreciation Day ....................57 The Master Gardener is IN! ..............................................................................60 CALENDAR ..........................................8 COMING EVENTS .................................8 DINING ............................................ 42 ENTERTAINMENT ............................... 22 LODGING ......................................... 48 MOVIES ............................................ 23 MUSEUMS, GALLERIES & ANTIQUITY.... 29 POCONO MAP .................................. 32

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On Saturday and Sunday, August 27th and 28th, the 25th annual Pocono State Craft Festival returns to Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm. Presented by the Pocono Arts Council and the Pocono Chapter of the PA Guild of Craftsmen, this excellent event celebrates the heritage, beauty, and quality of fine crafts. Craftsmen and women hailing from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Connecticut, Virginia, West Virginia, and New York will number around 75! Handmade crafts include pottery, jewelry, metal, toys, stained glass, wood, baskets, paper, leather, folk art, fine art, photography, and art-to-wear. Demonstrations of blacksmithing, theorem painting, and wood turning bring the creative process to life! Craftspeople discuss their work, displaying and offering it for sale. The bucolic setting and living history of Quiet Valley feature guides in period clothing, with farm buildings, animals, and gardens of yesteryear on a Pennsylvania German farm. Enjoy bluegrass and gospel music by The Lost Ramblers, and Dixieland sounds of The Dixie Gents. Interactive children’s area, wagon rides, and tasty food promise something good for everyone! Festival hours are 10:00am to 6:00pm on Saturday, and 10:00am to 5:00pm on Sunday, rain or shine. Admission is $6.00/person; ages 12 and under enter free and parking is free. You’ll find Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm 3½ miles south of Stroudsburg off Business Route 209; see www.quietvalley.org. Founded in 1975, the Pocono Arts Council serves the entire Pocono Mountains region with the motto Culture Builds Community. Call (570) 476-4460, and see www.poconocrafts.com and www.poconoarts.org!

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Wally Lake Fest Wally Lake Fest, presented by the Downtown Hawley Partnership (DHP), happens from Friday, August 26th through Sunday, August 28th. The fest throughout the Lake Wallenpaupack region promises fun for all ages! Featured are an open market fair, boat show and parade, fly casting demos, sand sculpture contest, ice cream social, ice carving, live music and theatre, wildlife presentation, shopping, bike tour, and scenic boat tours with souvenir photo. Take a PPL dam tour or a sailboat ride, learn to kayak, and go fly a kite! Participating venues, organizations, and DHP members include the Settlers Inn at Bingham Park, Lake Wallenpaupack Visitors Center, Costa’s Family Fun Park, Lackawanna College, the new Lake Wallenpaupack Nature Trail, Pocono Lake Region Chamber of Commerce, Wallenpaupack Area High School, PPL Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center, Palmyra Township Public Beach, Antler Ridge Wildlife Sanctuary, Sculpted Ice Works, and Wallenpaupack Scenic Boat Tour. The DHP is non-profit, dedicated to maintaining and enhancing a high standard of living. Businesses, for-profits, non-profits, and individuals are counted among its members, hosting events such as Hawley Harvest Hoedown and Hawley Winterfest. Membership provides a wide array of goods and services. Call (570) 226-2141, email info@visithawleypa.com, and see a complete schedule for Wally Lake Fest at www.wallylakefest.com!

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94th Annual Greene-Dreher-Sterling Fair In its 94th year, the Greene-Dreher-Sterling (GDS) Fair gets better and better! Themed From the Farm Gate to the Dinner Plate, fair dates are Tuesday, August 30th through Monday, September 5th. Ride the rides, pet the farm animals, win a prize, or just relax and take in all the sights, sounds, and aromas. Cheer at the demolition derby, tractor pull, and truck pulls. Admire blue-ribbon pies and best-in-show pumpkins. Savor fair food favorites like sausage sandwiches, barbeque, cotton candy, popcorn, fudge, roasted nuts, caramel apples, funnel cakes, clams, and fresh-squeezed lemonade! Entertainment and activities to please all ages include live music, magic and comedy acts, clowns, 4-H judging, fair queen competition, baby pageant, frog jumping contest, dog shows, and horse shows. Browse the crafters’ tent and check out chainsaw carving. Delight in country fair traditions like amusement rides, games of chance and skill, a fiddle contest, and a pie-eating contest! Make a beeline to the GDS fairgrounds at routes 191 and 507 in Newfoundland. Gates open Tuesday through Thursday at 11:00am, Friday at 9:00am, and Saturday through Monday at 9:30am. Pay one admission price for unlimited rides, exhibits, musical shows, and most arena events. Parking and shuttle service are free. For the schedule and other information, call (570) 676-3925 or (570) 676-4047, and visit www.gdsfair.com.

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SEP TEMBER 1 2 3 See the ENTERTAINMENT Column on Page 22 for Local Live Entertainment! Now thru Summer - The historic Shawnee Playhouse at 5 River Road in Shawnee-on-Delaware has been producing live professional theater in the Poconos for the past 31 years. This year’s summer line-up has something for everyone, with six different shows running each week! Scheduled for the summer season are Sisters of Swing: The Story of the

Andrews Sisters; Nunsense 2 The Second Coming; River’s Edge: The Story of Shawnee; Annie; School House Rock Live! Jr., and Alice in Wonderland Jr. For show times, tickets and more information, call the Shawnee Playhouse Box Office at (570) 421-5093 or log on to www.theshawneeplayhouse.com. Advance reservations are recommended. Now thru November 27 – Bushkill Falls is Open for 107th Tour Season! Bushkill Falls, “The Niagara of Pennsylvania,” is centered on eight roaring waterfalls and features miles of nature trails and picnic areas, plus paddle boats, miniature golf, fishing, exhibits, specialty shops and fun for all ages. The famous Pocono Mountain attraction is located off of Route 209 in Bushkill and it opens to the public every day at 9:00am through November 27. Call Bushkill Falls at (570) 588-6682 or see their website www.visitbushkillfalls.com. Now thru Season – Tee-off with the great Senior Golf Special at Fernwood Hotel & Resort’s challenging 18-hole, par 71 course off Route 209 in Bushkill. Every Monday, Tuesday & Thursday, senior

citizens can play 18 holes for only $25 including cart and greens fees! Advance tee times are required. Fernwood’s 18-hole course has a 68.8 rating from the blue tees, yet also offers family-friendly yardage from the red tees at 4,588 yards. Great golf can be shared by all levels, whether you play for sport or recreation. For tee times, call (570) 588-9500 ext. 4210. For resort information and lodging reservations, call Fernwood Hotel & Resort at 888-FERNWOOD or click on www.fernwoodhotel.com. Now thru Summer – Adventure Sports in Marshalls Creek offers Delaware River Rafting Trips through the beautiful and wild Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Canoe, kayak and camping trips are also available! Adventure Sports is based on Route 209 in Marshalls Creek, about two miles north of I-80 off exit 309. Call 1-800-487-2628 or (570) 223-0505 for your reservations. Check out their website www.adventuresport.com and see their ad in this magazine for the 15% off coupon! Daily – Free Brewery Tours and Beer Tastings are offered every day at 12:30pm at the Barley Creek Brewing Company, Sullivan Trail and Camelback Road in Tannersville. The fascinating tours of the brewery are followed by free tastings of assorted

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This Week in the Poconos 9 Barley Creek brews. Reservations are not required and group tours are also available by appointment. To find out more about this authentic brewpub & restaurant, call (570) 629-9399 or log on to www.barleycreek.com. Now – The Casino is Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week at Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs in Wilkes-Barre! Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, owned by the Mohegan Tribe of Indians of Connecticut, is one of the most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in Pennsylvania. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs is currently home to 55,000 square feet of gaming space including 82 live table games, 2,300 slot machines and electronic table games, as well as a variety of dining and shopping options, nightlife, entertainment and live harness racing eight months out of the year. Horse racing fans enjoy Live Harness Racing every Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday night from March 22 through November 12. Post time is 6:30pm. Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs is located at 1280 Highway 315 in Wilkes-Barre and their phone number is 1-888WIN-IN-PA. Log on to their website www.mohegansunpocono.com to find out more! Now – The Inn at Jim Thorpe on 24 Broadway in Jim Thorpe has announced that they are offering two very special packages: the Romantic Couples Escape and the Girlfriends Spa Getaway. Romance, wine and a massage... What more do you need? The Romantic Couples Escape includes a two night stay, his and her 55-minute Swedish massages, a bottle of wine in your room, two souvenir wine glasses, dinner one night, and breakfast daily. Or grab the gals and enjoy a relaxing and fun getaway! The Girlfriends Spa Getaway includes a two night stay, Custom Spa Package, breakfast daily, lunch & dinner on Saturday, a bottle of wine with souvenir wine glasses, plus special discounts at area shops. The Inn at Jim Thorpe is situated in the heart of Jim Thorpe’s National Register Historic District. Listed on the National Register of

Historic Places, this grand Victorian inn features comfortable guest rooms and world-class suites, including many with whirlpool and fireplace. For more information about these and other packages, or for your reservations, call The Inn at Jim Thorpe at 1-800-329-2599. Visit online at www.innjt.net. Now through October 30 - The Disc Golf Courses are Open at Blue Mountain Ski Area in Palmerton! Play on your choice of three exciting disc golf courses: Valley Park, Skyline Park and Slopeside 9. Disc golf hours of operation are 10:00am to 6:00pm on Thursdays & Fridays and 9:00 to 6:00 on Saturdays & Sundays, weather permitting. Be sure to stop by the Summit Lodge Slopeside Pub & Grill to pay your green fees. For directions or more information, call Blue Mountain at (610) 826-7700 or check out www.skibluemt.com. Now thru mid-December – Enjoy the Free Pottery Making Demonstrations at Holley Ross Pottery on Route 191 in LaAnna (between Cresco & Newfoundland). Every Monday through Friday at 11:00am, you can see all the steps involved in making beautiful pottery, from mixing the clay to the finished p r o d u c t ! Then browse through the creations in the large factory showroom and go for a comfortable stroll to the lake and forest park. Holley Ross Pottery is open every day, Monday t h r o u g h Saturday from 9:30 to 5:30, and Sundays 1:00 until 5:30. Call (570) 6763248 for more information

or visit their website at www.holleyross.com. Now thru Season – Golfers enjoy the great Mid-Week Golf Specials at Split Rock Resort & Golf Club’s twenty-seven championship holes in Lake Harmony. On Mondays & Wednesdays, buy one greens fee and get the second one FREE (cart required; not valid Twilight or 9 holes). On Tuesdays & Thursdays, four golfers can play for only $160. Enjoy great conditions and affordable rates all season long at Split Rock Resort’s Golf Club, which features twenty-seven holes, a complete practice facility, Clubhouse with Golf Shop & Snack Bar, and the Sunset Green Restaurant & Bar with panoramic views. Call the Pro Shop at (570) 722-9901 for your Tee times and information about yearly memberships. Situated on serene Lake Harmony in the Western Pocono Mountains, Split Rock Resort features a variety of accommodations, dining options and recreational amenities including 27 (Continued on Page 10)

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holes of championship golf, indoor/ outdoor tennis, a fully equipped fitness center, video arcade, eightlane bowling alley, three restaurants and the colossal H2Oooohh Indoor Waterpark! Visit the website www.splitrockresort.com for lodging rates and information, or call the resort at 1-800-255-7625 or (570) 722-9111 for reservations. Now thru Labor Day – CamelBeach Mountain Waterpark Opens Daily for the Season at Camelback Mountain Resort in Tannersville. CamelBeach Mountain Waterpark features a total of thirty-two waterslides (the most waterslides in Pennsylvania!), a wave pool, the Action River, two kids’ play areas, bumper boats, chairlift rides, mini golf and many other exciting activities. Try surfing on the Flow Rider static wave attraction!

How about some family fun on The Pharaoh’s Phortress, a four-story, multi-level family play structure that features eight waterslides, a wading lagoon, fountains, spray guns and a 4-story tall, 1,500 gallon water tipping bucket! If you’d rather stay dry try CBK Mountain Adventures, an adventure park for the adrenaline junkie with multiple levels of challenging tree-top ropes courses, zip-lines, Mountain Segways and more! CamelBeach Mountain Waterpark is located off I-80 exit 299 in Tannersville. Visit www.camelbeach.com or call (570) 629-1661 for more information. Now thru August 27 - As part of the 140th Anniversary of the discovery of Crystal Cave in nearby Kutztown, cave management will be offering Lantern Tours every Friday & Saturday evening from now through the month of August. For the first time since the cave was electrically illuminated, tourists can go back in time and see Crystal Cave by the glow of hand-held lantern light.

Guides wearing period clothing will present a genuine recreation of the original Crystal Cave tour from the 1870’s. These tours will include folklore, stories and history of Crystal Cave that have never been part of the modern tour. Lantern Tours will be offered every Friday & Saturday evening through August 27. Crystal Cave is located at 963 Crystal Cave Road in Kutztown, just a short drive from the Pocono Mountains. For additional details including directions, admission information and hours of operation, call Crystal Cave at (610) 683-6765 or check out their website www.crystalcavepa.com. Now thru August 31 – An Art Exhibit by Newfoundland artist Laureen Niesthz will be on display at Barrett Paradise Friendly Library in Cresco. Working in watercolor and oils, Laureen enjoys painting portraits, landscapes and figurative subjects. The exhibit is on display in the Library’s Weiler Family Community Room. Niesthz started painting after her children graduated

Steam Train Excursion to Tobyhanna On Saturday, August 27th, Steamtown National Historic Site plans a Steam Train Excursion to Tobyhanna, departing the platform in Scranton at 11:00am. The steam NPS Photo, Ken Ganz train chugs past historic buildings, through a tunnel, along mountain creeks, rivers, lakes, and reservoirs, and amidst beautiful woodlands. The train’s return arrival in Scranton is 3:00pm. From I-81, use Exit 185 (Central Scranton Expressway) to Steamtown National Historic Site at Lackawanna and Cliff avenues. Call (570) 340-5204, (570) 340-5200, or 1-888-693-9391 for tickets, and choo-choo to www.nps.gov/stea! The Village of Tobyhanna boasts a restored passenger/freight station built in 1908! To greet the steam train, be at the Tobyhanna Train Station and Museum on Route 423 by 11:45am. Hosted by the Pocono Rail Historical Society, regular hours are Saturday and Sunday from 12:00pm to 4:00pm. Meet the delightful Station Master, and see rail videos, running model train layouts, memorabilia, and railroad art; souvenirs and light refreshments are available. No admission; donations are appreciated. Call (570) 894-3338.

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from school 15 years ago. “I love to talk in my artistic voice with a beautiful vocabulary,” she says. The Barrett Paradise Friendly Library is located at the intersection of Route 390 and Sand Spring Road in Cresco. For more information call the library at (570) 595-7171. Now thru September 4 – The Dutot Museum & Gallery on Main Street (Route 611) in Delaware Water Gap presents a regional, juried Art Exhibition titled “Riv8 - The Delaware River - A Big Picture.” The exhibit will be on display during the museum’s regular hours, Saturdays & Sundays from 1:00 to 5:00pm. The Dutot Museum & Gallery houses rotating fine art exhibits in its first floor gallery, and a museum of local history upstairs. One room is a preserved schoolroom, where visitors can sit at the old desks and watch a slide show on local history; another room overflows with memorabilia of the town’s history. You may call (570) 476-4240 or (570) 421-5809 for further details. www.dutotmuseum.com August 25 – The Mountain Laurel Performing Arts Center in Bushkill continues its 2011 summer season today with two big headliners: Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons and The Beach Boys at 8:00pm tonight! Frankie Valli is a true American pop music icon. His incredible career as a solo artist and with The Four Seasons has produced 19 top ten hits and sold over 100 million records worldwide. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990 and named longevity champ of the rock era by

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Arts Center is the premier outdoor amphitheater in Eastern Pennsylvania. Since its first concert in June 2003, Mountain Laurel has been the home to performances from some of the top entertainers in the world. A state-of-the-art amphitheater, the Mountain Laurel Performing Arts Center seats 2,500 under cover, and another 7,500 people on its luscious lawn area. The Center is located on Bushkill Falls Road off of Route 209 in Bushkill (1 Tamiment Road). You may call the Mountain Laurel Performing Arts Center at (570) 5882522 with questions, or visit their website at www.mtlaurelpac.com. August 25 – Celebrate Hot Summer Fun at Mohegan Sun at (Continued on Page 12)

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the fresh air. To find the S.G.L. #141 parking lot from Route 903, turn onto Church Road then onto Behrens Road. Join a naturalist from Hickory Run State Park on select Thursdays for hikes at Pocono Mountain State Parks and neighboring public lands. For more information or directions, call the Hickory Run State Park office at (570) 443-0400 or log on to the PA State Parks website www.visitpaparks.com. August 25 – “Come Paint with Me” is a free, non-instructional program of on-site outdoor painting & sketching sessions for adult and student artists. Artists will meet today from 10:00am until 3:00pm at the Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary in White Mills, off Route 6 between Hawley and Honesdale. Artists are encouraged to paint outdoors at their own pace with mediums of their choice. Representing many levels of expertise and variations in style and technique, artists are offered the opportunity to network with others, share a common interest, and socialize over lunch break where informal critique is often included. Registration is not necessary to attend “Come Paint with Me” sessions. Artists are expected to meet at the various locations bringing their own materials. Be sure to pack a picnic lunch. Restrooms will be available. Sessions will be held weather permitting. For directions or more information, call Joan Polishook at (570) 775-6896 or visit www.joanpolishook-art.com. All are welcome to join this free program! August 25 – The Wayne County Genealogy Group Meets from 4:30 to 5:30pm in the Multi-Purpose Room of the Wayne County Historical Society, 810 Main Street in Honesdale. Beginners and experienced researchers are welcome to attend these informative sessions. For more information, call (570) 253-3240 or (570) 253-5468 or send an email to wchspa@ptd.net. See the Historical Society’s website at www.waynehistorypa.org. August 25 thru 27 - Three benefit performances of Anne Nelson’s acclaimed two-character drama The Guys will take place at the Theatre

This Week in the Poconos 13 at Notre Dame High School in East Stroudsburg at 8:00pm. The performances are planned as a 10th Anniversary Memorial Tribute to those who lost their lives in the terror attacks on the United States on September 11, 2001. All proceeds from the performances will benefit two charities: Answer the Call (the New York Police & Fire Widows’ & Children’s Benefit Fund), and The Flight 93 National Memorial Fund. Tickets are $20 each. The Guys is based on playwright Anne Nelson’s real-life experiences with a New York City Fire Captain. In the play, Joan, an editor, helps Nick, the Fire Captain, prepare the eulogies for the unprecedented number of firefighters who died under Nick’s command at the World Trade Center on 9/11. The Guys was originally performed by Sigourney Weaver and Bill Murray at New York’s offBroadway Flea Theatre less than three months after 9/11. Subsequently, it has been performed extensively throughout the U.S. and abroad, to great acclaim. A 2002 film version of The Guys starred Ms. Weaver and Anthony LaPaglia. Tickets may be reserved in advance by calling The Guys Ticket Hotline at (570) 801-0548. Advance reservations are strongly encouraged, although remaining tickets will also be sold at the door prior to each performance. The Theatre at Notre Dame High School is located at 60 Spangenburg Avenue in East Stroudsburg. For more information on The Guys benefit, call Chris Webster at (570) 629-5074. August 26 – It’s Stand-Up Comedy Night at Fernwood Hotel & Resort on Route 209 in Bushkill! Hosted by John Carfi and featuring some of the funniest comedians from HBO, Comedy Central, hotel casinos and comedy clubs across the nation, the fun starts at 10:00pm at Fernwood’s Wintergreens Patio Grill. Visit Fernwood for a memorable night of laughs for just $12 per person; must be 21 or over. Fernwood Hotel & Resort is a 440 acre, four-season resort located on Route 209 in Bushkill. For more information about Stand-Up Comedy

Nights, call 1-888-FERNWOOD or log on to www.fernwoodhotel.com. August 26 – Pocono Whitewater in Jim Thorpe invites you to join them for a Big Day Out on the Lehigh River. Bike, hike and raft with Pocono Whitewater all in one big day! Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included. It’s an awesome adventure for only $89.95 per person! For your reservations, call 1-800-WHITEWATER or visit www.poconowhitewater.com. August 26 – Just how do animals see in the dark? Find out the answer to this and other nighttime mysteries when you go along on a special Night Hike tonight at Nescopeck State Park. This short walk will be held from 8:15 to 9:15pm and includes activities and games. This will be a fun evening, appropriate for ages 8 and up. The Night Hike is FREE, however registration is required. Nescopeck State Park is located

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and fall, and telescopic views of the Hercules Star Cluster, views of stars that are known solar systems, the Andromeda Galaxy, and the Ring Nebula. The program will run from 7:30 to 10:00pm at Parking Lot #2 in Big Pocono State Park. A donation of $5 per adult and $3 for children 12 and under is requested. Bring lawn chairs or blankets and dress warm - the mountain can get cool at night! Rain date is August 27. Pre-registration is required and limited so sign up today! For more information, call the State Park office at (570) 894-8336. A Pocono Mountain treasure, Big Pocono has been adopted by the Friends of Big Pocono State Park, a non-profit group under the umbrella of the Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation. To learn more, visit their website at www.friendsofbigpocono.org or log on to the Pennsylvania State Parks website www.visitpaparks.com. August 26 – Food, Fun and all that Jazz! The outdoor Jazz on the Deck series returns to The Settlers Inn at Bingham Park in Hawley this summer with a sizzling lineup. Featured this evening will be The Liberto Trio. The musical performance will take place from 6:00pm until 9:00pm, rain or shine on the deck under the awning. A summer barbecue dinner will be served outdoors on the Terrace in conjunction with the performance. Also this evening, The Settlers Inn will host a Wine Chat with the Wine Chick with resident Sommelier and wine professional Leslie Chappell-Britt. Every Friday at 5:00pm Leslie leads participants through the intriguing and notso-mysterious world of wine with tastings, workshops and discussions. This will be an informal, unassuming and entertaining hour to kick off your weekend! There is a $12 tasting fee. Space is limited; please RSVP. The Settlers Inn is located at 4 Main Avenue in Hawley, near Lake Wallenpaupack. Call the Inn with Wine Chat questions at (570) 226-

2993 or toll-free 1-800-833-8527. www.thesettlersinn.com August 26 thru 28 - The Downtown Hawley Partnership is proud to present the 2nd Annual Wally Lake Fest, an event that celebrates the Lake Region! This year’s festival will feature events located throughout the Lake Region including the Lake Wallenpaupack Visitors Center, throughout Downtown Hawley, at area businesses and on the lake. Organizers have created another weekend full of events that embrace the pristine natural beauty and fun atmosphere of the lake, as well as provide opportunities for local businesses to showcase their products and services. Friday night will kick off with a music tour at area restaurants. On Saturday and Sunday, there will be a celebration of talent at the Open Market Fair at the Lake Wallenpaupack Visitors Center, featuring independent art, music, food and design. The Boat Show will once again be taking place in the Wallenpaupack Area High School parking lot on Saturday, and a breathtaking bike ride will leave from the Visitors Center on Sunday morning, taking eager bikers down to the Lackawaxen River. Lake Fest will also host a variety of outdoor experiences taking place along the shore and across the Lake Wallenpaupack Nature Trail. Visitors will learn about kayaking, canoeing, boating safety, sailing, the PPL Dam and more. The grand Boat Parade on Saturday, a Wallenpaupack favorite of years past, has also been enhanced from last year. On Saturday night, people can visit quaint Downtown Hawley to shop and dine at some of the best restaurants in the region. Wally Lake Fest has a new website for 2011, www.wallylakefest.com, where you will find the complete Wally Lake Fest schedule. You may also call (570) 226-2141 or call the Downtown Hawley Partnership at (570) 226-4064 and click on www.visithawleypa.com. August 27 – Pocono Whitewater in Jim Thorpe offers a river experience unlike any other: Moonlight Rafting on the Lehigh! Take off at sundown to explore the nightlife under a summer moon, as glow sticks dance

around you like fireflies. Sharpen other senses as light gives way to sound and motion. A friendly guide will accompany you to help navigate through the moon-lit rapids and keep your raft on course. After your journey get cozy by the bonfire, roast some marshmallows, enjoy cheese, crackers, and a glass or two of wine compliments of your hosts. Explore the night and experience the Lehigh River in a whole new way! Cost is $89.95 per person, which includes in-raft river guide, après party (beer, wine, cheese, crackers, marshmallows, etc.), all paddling equipment, wetsuits or paddling jackets if needed, roaring bon fire, and glow necklaces. Private moonlight dates are also available to groups when scheduled in advance. Pocono Whitewater and Skirmish Paintball have been in business since 1976 and are recognized as industry leaders in outdoor recreation and paintball. Pocono Whitewater offers mild to wild whitewater rafting and kayaking trips, family trips, and scenic rail-biking excursions to suit everyone’s needs. Skirmish USA features adrenaline-filled paintball action on 50 playing fields amid 700 acres of top-notch Pocono terrain. For your Moonlight Rafting reservations, call Pocono Whitewater at 1-800-WHITEWATER or click on www.poconowhitewater.com. August 27 – Steamtown National Historic Site in nearby Downtown Scranton is offering a Steam Train Excursion to Tobyhanna in the Pocono Mountains. The train will depart the station in Scranton at 11:00am and return at around 3:00pm. The 4-hour round-trip excursion will roll past historic buildings, through a tunnel, along mountain creeks and rivers, past lakes and reservoirs, and through beautiful Pocono Mountain woodlands. The village of Tobyhanna boasts a restored passenger-freight station built in 1908. For those who would like to see the steam train when it arrives in Tobyhanna between 11:45 and 12noon, just drive over to the Tobyhanna Train Station located on Route 423; the number there is (570) 894-3338. If you wish to be a (Continued on Page 52)

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King of the Butterflies - Monarchs Intricate wing patterns, graceful flight paths, fascinating life cycles, and impressive migration make the monarch butterfly a marvelous creature! On Saturday, August 27th at 2:00pm, attend King of the Butterflies - Monarchs with Ed Wesely at Lacawac Sanctuary. During a field walk in a milkweed patch, you’ll learn about the monarch lifecycle and help tag and release! Cost is $7.00; children under 12 attend free. Since 1996, Ed Wesely has rescued monarch butterfly eggs and caterpillars from threatened habitats and raised them in the Butterfly Barn Nature Center; with the help of local school children, he’s nurtured and released 5,000+ adult monarchs! Lacawac Sanctuary, a 545-acre nature preserve renowned for pristine glacial Lake Lacawac, provides a mile of undisturbed shoreline on Lake Wallenpaupack. It was the summer retreat of a prime mover behind the creation of Lake Wallenpaupack, Col. Louis A. Watres, whose Adirondack-style lodge and carriage house are preserved for their historic value. The non-profit community-based organization is dedicated to Did you know that the milkweed plant is the preservation of the natural Monarch’s only food source? Up to 280 million Monarch environment, education, and butterflies are now in annual migration, and there is a scientific research. Supported shortage of milkweed along their 3,000-mile route. by volunteers, memberships, Without milkweed, the young butterflies will perish. and donations, it’s a National You can make a difference! Grow milkweed plants Natural Landmark and on the outdoors, and prepare to enjoy beautiful butterflies. National Register of Historic Get free milkweed seeds at www.livemonarch.org, Places. Call (570) 689-9494, a National Heritage 501(c)(3) not-for-profit foundation. Or, skip 45 days of email info@lacawac.org, and see growing time, and buy some small milkweed plants from Live Monarch! www.lacawac.org.

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This Week in the Poconos 17 and the Northeastern Pennsylvania Glass Appreciation Club. Open daily, weather permitting, on Route 191 in Hamlin, ½ mile south of Hamlin Corners. Call (570) 6894060, email tkobo@echoes.net, and see www.wpsada.com. Escape to a world where the action sizzles 24/7, and the service is sublime. There’s so much to experience at Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs on Route 315 in Wilkes-Barre. Cash in on the fun at 2,300 high-voltage slots. Enjoy electric-hot virtual table games, and real live poker, blackjack, craps, and roulette! There’s a dining option for every taste and budget, from Ruth’s Chris Steak House to Timbers Buffet to Wolfgang Puck Express. A stroll through the shopping promenade reveals interesting finds at Marshall Rousso, Brookstone, and Crossing Vineyards Wine & Cheese Shop. When it comes to nightlife, Sunburst Bar and Breakers host entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights, and check out the stellar Summer Concert Series at the racetrack. Live harness racing is in season now, and the simulcast facility is open year ‘round! Call 1-888-WIN-INPA; see www.mohegansunpocono.com. Find out why Country Junction is “The World’s Largest General Store!” At 6565 Interchange Road, Route 209, in Lehighton, follow the in-house street signs toward everything and anything you need to make your house a home. Home accents, giftware, antiques, and novelties. Country Junction’s Service Team installs flooring, windows and doors, gutter, garages, siding, lumber, fencing, and insulation. You’ll find Animal Country Puppies & More, the K9er-Diner, Barn Door Restaurant, a free wildlife exhibit, free petting farm, landscape and garden items, and a wine cellar with wine tasting! This shopping experience is fun for everyone; open 7 days. Call (610) 377-5050, and go to the Junction online at www.countryjunction.com! See pottery made at Holley Ross Pottery! This amazing place, on

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It will be â&#x20AC;&#x153;Love at First Biteâ&#x20AC;? when you visit the Pocono Cheesecake Factory. Located on Route 611 in Swiftwater, the factory specializes in the fine art of cheesecakery, crafting it better than anyone else. They sell only cheesecake and other goods made fresh on the premises; choose from a large variety of flavors and toppings. This is the best cheesecake youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever had! The very sweet and fragrant shop is open daily from 10:00am to 6:00pm. Bring the display ad coupon. The number is (570) 839-6844; place your special orders now, and taste www.poconocheesecake.com. Step back in time at Theo B. Price Inc. Country Store on Route 390 in Cresco. This landmark is stocked with handicrafts, distinctive gifts, seasonings, animal feed, folk art, hardware, and building materials. Shop for Green Mountain Coffees, Vera Bradley Bags, Byersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Choice collectibles, Burtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bees, Grafton Village Cheeses, and more! Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll also find everything youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d expect at a hardware and lumber store for your home and outdoor needs. Browse the Sprag Mill Art Gallery on the premises. Open from 8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday through Saturday; closed Sunday. Pop in to shop, or just to say hello! Call this honest-to-goodness country store at (570) 595-2501, and visit www.theobprice.com.

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from 11:00am to 3:00pm, closed Monday. Call (570) 646-7778, and illuminate www.copperlamps.com. Have an illuminating experience at American Candle! Candlery, gifts, and accessories great for decorating and giving. Browse through an incredible selection of dinner tapers, wind-proof storm candles, pillar candles, and jar candles. Choose from 100s of candle gift baskets and wedding candles. Catch a candle making demonstration! Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find

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collectibles from Legends, Dept. 56, Lenox, Precious Moments, and gorgeous stained glass. Featuring Pandora jewelry, Kameleon jewelry, MOGO charm bracelets, Vera Bradley accessories, Dansko Shoes, and Snap Shoes. Choose from 100+ barrels of chocolates, gummies, hard candies, and licorice! On Route 611 in Bartonsville, exit 302 off I-80; open daily. Phone (570) 629-3388; visit www.american-candle.com. The camp/outfitter store at Adventure Sports on Route 209 in Marshalls Creek carries a complete line of outdoor equipment. Tents, lanterns, fire starters, water jugs, portable stoves, hats, clothing, sunglasses, snorkeling equipment, and disposable cameras are just some of the necessaries they carry. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find things you need that you didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even know you needed! Call (570) 223-0505 or 1-800-487-2628. See the display ad for a money-saving offer, and visit www.adventuresport.com. Woks to the left and rolling pins to the right; youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re at Cooks Tour! The best cookware and kitchen items can be found here; shop for Cuisinart, Scanpan Ceramic Titanium Cookware, Waring and Chefâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Choice Appliances, Henckels, Wusthoff, Le Creuset, Zyliss, Peugeot Peppermills, Microplane, Kaiser Bakeware, and Caspari. Heavy bakeware, cannoli molds, pasta machines, fondue sets, pizza/bread stones, spaetzle machines, barbecue equipment, cake decorating supplies, pot racks, chefwear, steamers, wine accessories and quiche pans fill this amazing shop, and the specialty foods will satisfy the choosiest foodie. Gift certificates are available. Personalized service ensures that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find the right ingredient, technique, cookbook, or device. Cooking classes are offered, as is a senior citizensâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; discount. Open daily on Route 390 in Mountainhome; call (570) 595-0370. Bon appetit!

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Do the Delaware with Adventure Sports! Adventure Sports on Route 209 in Marshalls Creek, just 2 miles north of I-80 exit 309, specializes in river trips on the Delaware River through the spectacular Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Crystal clear water and many islands and beaches offer unlimited opportunities for swimming, snorkeling, fishing, and hiking. Adventure Sports offers unguided trips which vary from a couple of hours to overnight, multi-day camping excursions! Rates include canoes, kayaks, or rafts, PFDs, paddles, shuttle transportation, river maps, trip planning, and orientation. Licensed by the National Park Service (NPS), Adventure Sports has been running trips on the Delaware, abundant with wildlife and rich in Native American history, since 1969. The NPS hosts riverside facilities with dressing/changing areas, picnicking, volleyball, baseball, Frisbee, soccer, and group activities; special rates are available for groups of 10+. In Adventure Sports’ camp/outfitter store you’ll find tents, fire starters, lanterns, water jugs, portable stoves, T-shirts, hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, snorkeling equipment, disposable cameras, and anything/everything you need! Use the display ad for a discount, call (570) 223-0505 or 1-800-487-2628, and splash to www.adventuresport.com.

Recreational Dam Release Weekend The US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announces Saturday and Sunday, August 27th and 28th, as target dates for a Recreational Dam Release Weekend on the Lehigh River. By regulating the Francis Walter Dam, the USACE creates breathtaking whitewater by releasing 100s of cubic feet/second of additional water into the river. Rafters and kayakers eagerly anticipate the rush of riding whitewater! To arrange a Lehigh River adventure, call Pocono Whitewater in Jim Thorpe at 1-800-WHITEWATER, or Whitewater Challengers in White Haven at 1-800-443-8554. Find out more at www.poconowhitewater.com and www.whitewaterchallengers.com.

Whitewater Challengers Adventures Whitewater Challengers on the Lehigh River offers beautiful scenery and good fun, attracting adventurers again and again! Bring a crew of 6+ to fill a raft, and receive a free river lunch on Monday Madness days. Top off a Terrific Tuesday with 20% off merchandise in the outfitter store. Wet ‘n’ Wild Wednesdays feature free water cannons. Thursday Thrillers get you 20% off a zip line adventure. Fabulous Fridays feature a free color 8”x10” souvenir photograph of you and your crew shooting the rapids. Bring 25+ buddies on Super Saturdays to receive a free t-shirt, souvenir photo, river lunch, rafting space, and rafting adventure return ticket. Take 10% off a Scenic Sunday rail/ trail mountain biking adventure; bike, helmet, and bottled water are included. “Whitewater rafting in the Poconos is a close-to-home vacation getaway that features fresh air, clear sparkling mountain water, friendly guides, and the thrill of discovering something that the whole family can team-up to do together,” says owner Ken Powley. Mention This Week in the Poconos when booking! Call 1-800-443-8554 or (570) 443-9532, and zip to www.whitewaterchallengers.com.

Big Day Out and Moonlight Rafting with Pocono Whitewater Pocono Whitewater, on Route 903 near Jim Thorpe since 1976, offers a guided multi-sport Big Day Out on the Lehigh River. On Friday, August 26th, bike, hike, and raft, all in one big day; it’s an awesome adventure, for only $89.95/pp! Tasty breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included, too. Go Moonlight Rafting on Saturday, August 27th. Explore moonlit nightlife as glow sticks dance around you like fireflies. Then, get cozy by the fire, roast marshmallows, and savor cheese, crackers, and a glass of wine! The $89.95/person fee covers your guide, après party, equipment, roaring bonfire, and glow necklaces. Full-day and ½-day adventures through the scenic Lehigh River Gorge, mild-to-wild rafting and kayaking, scenic rail/mountain biking, and Skirmish Paintball in 50 fields on 700 acres are all Pocono Whitewater specialties! Groups/ private parties are welcomed with advance reservation. Call 1-800-WHITEWATER or (570) 325-9226, and drift to www.poconowhitewater.com.

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ENTERTAINMENT Subject to change; check the venue for the latest information. MOUNTAIN LAUREL PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, 1 Tamiment Road in Bushkill via Route 209, presents a stellar lineup of music and comedy. See Frankie Valli and the Beach Boys on Thursday, August 25th! Mountain Laurel Center’s stateof-the-art amphitheater seats 2,500 under cover, plus lush lawn seating for another 7,500 patrons. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 1-800-745-3000 and www.ticketmaster.com; within the Fernwood Hotel & Resort gift shop, 1-888-FERNWOOD and www.fernwoodhotel.com; or, from the Mountain Laurel Center box office, (570) 588-2522 and www.mtlaurelpac.com. THE SHAWNEE PLAYHOUSE on River Road in Shawnee-onDelaware presents River’s Edge: The Story of Shawnee through September 2nd; Sisters of Swing: The Story of the Andrews Sisters through September 3rd; Nunsense 2: The Second Coming through September 4th; School House Rock Live, Jr. through August 27th; Annie through August 27th; and, Alice in Wonderland, Jr. through August 26th. Offering group rates, advance reservations, S.T.A.R.S. Theater Camp for kids, and dinner/show packages. Call (570) 421-5093; see www.TheShawneePlayhouse.com. THE SETTLERS INN AT BINGHAM PARK, 4 Main Avenue

in Hawley, is an artfully restored, craftsman-style historic hotel. A special Jazz on the Deck happens on Friday, August 26th from 6:00pm to 9:00pm featuring the Liberto Trio! In conjunction with Wally Lake Fest, enjoy a summer barbecue and specialty beers. Get away from it all in a relaxing atmosphere; reservations are suggested. The Settlers Inn is a landmark in the heart of the Lake Region, offering fine dining, lovely accommodations, Potting Shed Gift Shop, and special events. Four Diamond AAA rating, AAA Top Ten Favorite Historic Hotel, Historic Hotels of America member, and Wine Spectator award-winner. Call (570) 2262993 or 1-800-833-8527, and visit www.thesettlersinn.com. MOHEGAN SUN AT POCONO DOWNS transports you to a world where the action sizzles 24/7. Live in concert, catch Tony Orlando at the racetrack on Monday, August 29th! Cash in on the fun at 2,300 hot slots, virtual electronic table games, and live blackjack, roulette, craps, and poker tables. Enjoy simulcast harness racing, and live harness racing in season now! Savor distinctive dining options, and stroll through the shopping promenade. Party on the Patio happens on Thursdays with great tribute bands, and Sunburst Bar and Breakers host entertainment every weekend. This escape is as close as your car keys, on Highway 315, WilkesBarre. Call 1-888-WIN-INPA; see www.mohegansunpocono.com.

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SPLIT ROCK RESORT in Lake Harmony offers accommodations, H2Ooooh! indoor water park, championship 27-hole golf course, 18-hole of miniature golf, fitness center, pools, tennis, basketball, bowling, video games, racquetball, archery, billiards, ping-pong, daily activities, ice cream parlor, movie theater, coffee shop, hair gallery, and gift shop. The Galleria Dining Room features a continental menu; Bell’ago overlooks Lake Harmony and serves fine Italian cuisine; Sunset Green Restaurant & Bar offers panoramic views of the 9th hole. Galleria Nightclub and Benchwarmers Sports Bar will entertain you. Banquet facilities and conference services are a specialty, and most amenities are open to the public. Call 1-800-2557625 or (570) 722-9111, and see www.splitrockresort.com. FERNWOOD HOTEL & RESORT on Route 209 in Bushkill offers luxury rooms and villas, food court, sports pub, and Tuscan Grille. Every Wednesday at 6:00pm is Brain Freeze Trivia team trivia game for ages 21+ hosted by Gary “Big Brain” in the Morning. Play Bingo every Thursday evening, and enjoy Stand Up Comedy Nights for ages 21+ every Friday at 10:00pm. Magicians, illusionists, jugglers, and comedians perform on weekends, and Saturday Night Bands take the stage at 10:00pm for ages 21+. Pools, fitness area, massage, horseback riding, tennis, 18-hole golf course, game room, daily activities, and vacation/weekend packages. Call 1-888-FERNWOODx5 or (570) 588-9500x5214, and see www.fernwoodhotel.com. CRESCENT LODGE is a delightful year-round country inn resort on

This Week in the Poconos 23 Route 191 in Paradise Valley. Enjoy exceptional food, with dinner music on Friday and Saturday by pianist Keith Herrmann. He has performed on the Tonight Show, The Today Show, CBS This Morning and the Golden Globe Awards; hear classical and Broadway at their best! On Sundays, enjoy the blues/jazz piano of Michael Fossa. He has performed with The Doors guitarist Robbie Krieger, among other legends. Known for a refined atmosphere of leisure and fun; ask about lodging packages! Spas, championship golf, outlet shopping, adventure park, water parks, and a casino are nearby. Call (570) 595-7486 or 1-800-392-9400; visit www.crescentlodge.com.

is located on Route 314, via Route 940 or Route 611, in Pocono Manor. Call (570) 839-7111x7601 or 1-800-233-8150x7601; see www.poconomanor.com.

COMING SOON August 26th Our Idiot Brother (R) Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark (R) Columbiana (PG-13) Circumstance (R) Higher Ground

Theater Year Round! Musicals, Comedies, Dramas Children’s Theater Classes and Camps We Love Groups of All Sizes!

570-421-5093 www.TheShawneePlayhouse.com

September 2nd Shark Night 3-D (PG-13) The Debt (R) Apollo 18 (PG-13) Saving Private Perez (PG-13)

SHAWNEE INN AND GOLF RESORT in Shawnee-on-Delaware features John Grant, a New Yorkstyle piano man, in the River Room Piano Bar and Lounge on Thursdays from 7:00pm to 11:00pm, and Fridays and Saturdays from 8:00pm to 11:00pm. Happy Hour daily from 4:00pm to 6:00pm, complimentary hors d’oeuvres on weekends, cocktail specials, and ShawneeCraft™ beer, ale, and lager specials! On many Tuesdays, performances happen indoors or out, weather permitting, at 7:00pm, part of the free Community Concert Series, appropriate for all ages. Donations to the performers are accepted. Call 1-800-SHAWNEE, and see www.shawneeinn.com. THE INN AT POCONO MANOR overlooking the mountains offers entertainment in the lounge most Friday and Saturday evenings, as well as special themed events. Featuring a daily Happy Hour, with complimentary hors d’ oeuvres and drink specials from 5:00pm to 7:00pm, and a Light Fare menu from 9:00pm to 12:00am. Check out the exceptional Exchange Restaurant, Laurel Spa, golf, fishing, hunting, horseback riding, and special events! The Inn at Pocono Manor

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The Pocono Mountains of northeast Pennsylvania are a welcoming place to be, with attractions, displays, amusements, special events, and demonstrations planned for your enjoyment! AMERICAN CANDLE on Route 611 in Bartonsville offers something for everyone! Candles are made daily and are created in a full line of scents, colors, shapes, and containers. Catch an illuminating candlemaking demonstration! Featuring gift and accessory brands including Kameleon, Pandora, Vera Bradley, Dansko, Annaleece, lindsay phillips, Yankee Candle, and Switch Flops, in addition to Dept. 56, Lenox, and Precious Moments. After shopping and browsing through the myriad candles, gifts, and collectibles, drop by the huge, 100+-barrel candy room. Come for the candles…stay for the fun! Phone (570) 629-3388. www.american-candle.com. BARLEY CREEK BREWING COMPANY at Sullivan Trail and Camelback Road in Tannersville features an award-winning timber frame atmosphere housing the Poconos’ original brewpub. Enjoy soups and salads, pub fare, steaks, seafood, plus a children’s menu, treasure box, and game room. There’s a deck for brews with a view, a pavilion, and a wiffle ball stadium. The unique restaurant and nightspot offers traditional favorites and genuine pub fare, paired with handcrafted ales and lagers brewed on-site in an English brew house. Fresh sushi is created in the main bar on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday by Chef Agus. Live music and special events, and free tours of the brewery and beer tasting daily; see you at The Creek! Phone (570) 629-9399. www.barleycreek.com. BUSHKILL FALLS, off Route 209 in Bushkill is the “Niagara of Pennsylvania!” Encompassing 8 roaring waterfalls and featuring miles of nature trails, picnic areas, miniature golf, paddleboats, and special events. The Ice Cream Parlor, the Native American exhibit, wildlife exhibits, and fishing on the grounds are fun for all ages. Trading Post,

Fudge Kitchen, and other specialty shops make for great brows0ing. Open daily at 9:00am through October, and weekends through November. Call (570) 588-6682. www.visitbushkillfalls.com. CLAWS ‘N’ PAWS WILD ANIMAL PARK on Route 590 east of Hamlin, near Lake Wallenpaupack, features strange and wonderful creatures exhibited in natural settings and enclosures along tree-lined paths. Observe many species of live exotic animals from all over the world, including monkeys, alligators, bears, lions, leopards, birds, snakes, and a rare white tiger. Critters like kinkajou, coati, binturong, and muntjac will amaze you; animal shows are performed daily. Attractions include a large walk-in petting zoo, a host of delightful farm animals, and a Dinosaur Outpost and Dino Dig. Have fun in Turtle Town, and feed parrots and giraffes too! Phone (570) 698-6154. www.clawsnpaws.com. COUNTRY JUNCTION at 6565 Interchange Road, Route 209, in Lehighton is “The World’s Largest General Store!” Follow the signs toward everything and anything you need to make your house a home; accents, giftware, antiques, and novelties. Country Junction’s Service Team can install your flooring, windows and doors, gutter, garages, siding, lumber, fencing, and insulation. You’ll find Animal Country Puppies & More, the K9er-Diner, Barn Door Restaurant, a free wildlife exhibit, free petting farm, and a wine cellar with wine tasting! Shop for landscape and garden items, too. Fun for everyone; open 7 days. Call (610) 377-5050. www.countryjunction.com.

COUNTRY KETTLE on Business Route 209, Marshalls Creek. “Wow! Look at all that candy!” is the first reaction when entering Country Kettle’s famous Candy Shop. With over 250 barrels of your favorite treats, all at the same price, it’s sure to be an enjoyable experience. You’ll find creamy fudge, mouth-watering chocolates, gourmet caramel corn, honey-toasted peanuts, flavored sesame sticks, and many unique snack mixes. Enjoy specialty jams, jellies, marmalades, gourmet mustards, hot sauces, and tasty salsas. The Gift Shop features jewelry from Swarovski and John Medeiros. Browse collectibles featuring Jim Shore, Lenox, and Charming Tails. Enjoy the fragrance of Yankee Candles, Wood Wick Candles, and “Our Own Candles.” Discover kitchenware, garden flags and stones, wind chimes, and home accent décor. Stop at Country Kettle Candy & Gift Shop…have some fun! Open daily from 9:30am to 5:30pm. Phone (570) 421-8970. www.country-kettle.com. ECKLEY MINERS’ VILLAGE on Route 940 east of Hazleton was once a thriving coal mining patch town with a population of over a thousand! Founded in 1854, it was an anthracite-mining community owned by coal companies. Eckley was abandoned with the advent of strip mining; the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission transformed this ghost town into a real historical experience. Kitchens, bedrooms, personal items, clothing, laundry rooms, social clubs, churches, doctor’s office, and the company store all appear now as they were then! Tours and special events are offered, weather and staff permitting; enjoy the worthy museum any day. Phone (570) 636-2070. www.eckleyminersvillagemuseum.com. HOLLEY ROSS POTTERY on Route 191 at LaAnna features free

This Week in the Poconos 25 guided tours of the pottery factory, and free demonstrations of pottery and china making. Many lines of pottery, glassware, gifts, sculpture, and more are available to admire and purchase. Shop for Fiesta dinnerware, stoneware, dolls, planters, décor, candles, bean pots, suncatchers, Weeping Gold pottery, and Polish pottery. Find a whimsical figurine or birdbath for your garden! Check out the cable bridge, lovely forest with well-maintained sawdust trails, and woodland lake with picnic area. Phone (570) 676-3248. www.holleyross.com. HUTTON METALCRAFTS on Route 940 in Pocono Pines creates an array of unique handcrafted metal works, copper lanterns, lamps, and candle lanterns, and fine pewter ornaments and jewelry. One-of-a-kind copper trees by Tom Hutton, handhammered from a slab of solid copper, silver brazed, then heat-colored to produce rich greens on the tops and reddish highlights on the trunks, are available at several price points. Purchase fine oil paintings on glass and stone by Xian, and gorgeous solid copper wall sculptures in varying sizes, all hand-made and manufactured on the premises. Everything at Hutton Metalcrafts is unique! Open Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00am to 5:00pm; Sunday from 11:00am to 3:00pm; closed Monday. Phone (570) 646-7778. www.copperlamps.com. MOHEGAN SUN AT POCONO DOWNS sizzles 24/7! There’s so much to see, do, and experience, including live blackjack, roulette, craps, and poker table games, over 2,500 high-voltage slots, and electric-hot virtual table games. Savor the good life at one of 10 distinctive dining options, from Ruth’s Chris Steak House to Timbers Buffet to Wolfgang Puck Express. Stroll through Brookstone, Marshall Rousso, and Crossing Vineyards Wine & Cheese Shop. Check out special events, plus Sunburst Bar and Breakers Bar offering the hottest entertainment. View thoroughbred and harness racing from premier US tracks in their simulcast facility, and thrill to live harness racing in season! Mohegan Sun at

POCONO CHEESECAKE FACTORY on Route 611 in Swiftwater is a truly sweet and fragrant factory, where you can see multitudes of fresh, genuine cheesecakes being made on the premises every day; it’s the real delicious deal. Purchase a slice, a half, or a whole cake, with so many varieties of flavors and toppings to choose from in addition to traditional favorites. Specials orders are welcome, and special seasonal and holiday-themed cheesecake creations are featured as well. This is the best cheesecake you’ve ever had; it’s love at first bite! Phone (570) 839-6844. www.poconocheesecake.com. Pocono Downs is an out-of-the-ordinary escape, on Highway 315 in Wilkes-Barre. Call 1-888-WIN-INPA. www.mohegansunpocono.com. ROSS & ROSS NURSERY on Route 191 in Paradise Valley is a one-stop shop for all things green and growing since 1932, as well as attractive, sturdy walkways and patios, which they also professionally install. You’ll find beautiful, functional landscape design, healthy exotic plants, delightful garden gifts, and pond supplies and water plants. Ross Herbs and Antiques onsite features an intriguing selection of nice, old country things for your home and yard, as well as fresh, fragrant, tasty, beautiful herbs for your planting, cooking, and dining pleasure! Quality and service are their specialties. Open daily. Phone (570) 595-9760.

STEAMTOWN NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE at 150 South Washington Avenue in nearby Scranton is the only National Park site devoted to steam railroading. Enjoy locomotive and railroad equipment displays, as well as an impressive, fascinating museum. Regular and special train excursions are offered throughout the year, departing from the boarding platform and rolling past historic buildings, through tunnels, along mountain streams, and amidst beautiful woodlands. Take

exit 185 off I-81 (Central Scranton Expressway) and follow signs to the entrance at Lackawanna and Cliff avenues. Phone 1-800-22-WELCOME x5. www.visitnepa.org. TANNERY DEPOT GENERAL STORE, at Route 534 and Tannery Road in Lehigh Tannery, purveys fishing tackle, camping equipment, bike rentals for the 25-mile Lehigh Gorge State Park trail, hiking supplies, hunting accessories, firewood, outdoor apparel, breakfast foods, beverages, sandwiches and other tasty fare, and groceries. Open Monday through Saturday from 9:00am to 5:00pm, and Sunday from 10:00am to 3:00pm. Phone (570) 606-4325. www.tannerydepot.com. TOBYHANNA TRAIN STATION & MUSEUM on Route 423 in Tobyhanna is hosted by the Pocono Rail Historical Society; open seasonally and for special events. All ages will love to tour the restored facility with the delightful and knowledgeable Station Master, and learn how it really used to be when the station was a bustling business. Enjoy railroading videos, fascinating running model train layouts, memorabilia, railroad art exhibits, and railroad and train-related souvenirs. Parking and admission are free, although donations are graciously accepted. Phone (570) 894-3338.

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Mohegan Sun presents Tony Orlando Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs presents Tony Orlando in concert at 7:00pm on Monday, August 29th! Orlando became a superstar when he formed the pop group Dawn with Telma Hopkins and Joyce Vincent Wilson. They scored a long list of hits like “Tie a Yellow Ribbon (Round the Ole Oak Tree),” “Knock Three Times,” and “Candida.” Orlando has sold millions of records, headlined a Broadway show, and starred in a top-rated TV variety series, now available in stores as a DVD collection. Catch the performance at the outdoor racetrack stage, seating 4,600+ guests. Buy tickets at the Box Office in the valet lobby or through Ticketmaster, 1-800-745-3000, www.ticketmaster.com. Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs’ Player’s Club cardholders can redeem points for show tickets; find it all at 1280 Highway 315 in Wilkes-Barre. Enjoy spectacular shopping, dining, live table games, slot machines, electronic table games, nightlife, and simulcast and live harness racing! Call 1-888WIN-IN-PA, and race to www.mohegansunpocono.com.

Steam Model Trains, Music, & Ice Cream Social in Cresco On Saturday, August 27th, Kendrick Bisset shares his collection of large-scale Live Steam Model Trains at Cresco Train Station Museum. The models of actual trains are built to a scale of 1:20; 1 model foot corresponds to 20 actual feet. The models’ operation is similar to steam locomotives! A water boiler is heated by butane-fueled fire, producing steam pressure at 20-50 pounds per square inch (psi).

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Hear gospel, country, and bluegrass music performed by Kelly Planer and friends on Sunday, August 28th from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. All ages will be entertained by banjo, guitar, bass, and vocals, while enjoying a popular Ice Cream Social! Cresco Station Museum, administered by the Barrett Township Historical Society, is open from 1:00pm to 4:00pm on Wednesdays and Saturdays through August, and on Sundays from 1:00pm to 4:00pm through Columbus Day. Free admission. It’s on Sand Spring Road off Route 390 in Cresco; call (570) 595-6157 or (570) 595-2501, and visit www.barretthistory.org.

Benefit Performances of The Guys Faith Lutheran hosts Acclaimed 2-character drama The Guys by Anne Nelson will be presented in The Theatre at Notre Dame High School on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, August 25th, 26th, and 27th, at 8:00pm. A 10th anniversary memorial tribute to all who died in the tragic events of September 11th, 2001, all proceeds go to Answer The Call and The Flight 93 National Memorial Fund; show tickets are $20.00. The Guys was originally performed by Sigourney Weaver and Bill Murray at New York’s off-Broadway Flea Theatre, and has been presented worldwide; a 2002 film version starred Sigourney Weaver and Anthony LaPaglia. Purchase tickets by calling (570) 801-0548, or at the door. The Theatre at Notre Dame High School is located at 60 Spangenburg Avenue, East Stroudsburg. For more about The Guys benefit performances, call Chris Webster, Producer, at (570) 629-5074.

Wayfarers & Company

The Faith Lutheran Church of Blakeslee hosts a free indoor concert featuring the mountain sounds of Wayfarers & Company. Norm Williams, Bob Mallalieu, Amanda Parker, Carol Walker, and John James perform on guitar, hammered and lap dulcimer, fiddle, flute, mandolin, harp, and banjo, as well as a cappella vocal arrangements. All ages are cordially invited, on Sunday, August 28th at 7:00pm. Find Faith Lutheran on Route 940 a mile east of Blakeslee and 6 miles west of Pocono Pines. Call the church at (570) 646-0309, email faithlut@epix.net, and carry your tune to www.lutheransonline.com!

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SPAS & SALONS The Inn at Jim Thorpe, in picturesque Jim Thorpe. The grand Victorian Inn is a landmark within the National Register Historic District; featuring comfortable rooms, romantic suites, and relaxing in-house spa services. Quaint shops, antique stores, galleries, opera house, pubs, restaurants, and hiking/biking trails are at your doorstep. Ask about great packages like Show & Stay, Shop ‘til You Drop, Romance Packages, and Girlfriend Getaways. Call 1-800-329-2599; visit www.innjt.net.

The Laurel Spa at the Inn at Pocono Manor, Route 314 in Pocono Manor. The Laurel Spa at Pocono Manor is perfect for nurturing your body, mind, and spirit. State-of-the-art equipment provides an unforgettable experience, with a steam facility and quiet room. The menu offers massages, facials, wraps, scrubs, nail services, waxing, and spa packages! Mention This Week in the Poconos when scheduling! Call (570) 839-0140; view www.laurelspaatpoconomanor.com.

Le Spa Forêt at The French Manor Inn and Spa, off Route 191, South Sterling. Attuned to the rhythms of nature and your body! An innovative green spa retreat, Le Spa Forêt offers aromachology, body enhancers, a naturally filtered pool and hot tub, fitness center, conference room, relaxation lounges, couples’ massage suite with fireplace, manicures/pedicures, bridal party suite, and luxurious, tranquil décor. For the full menu and treatment guide, phone 1-877-720-6095; see www.thefrenchmanor.com.

The Spa at Mountain Laurel at the Mountain Laurel Resort is off Route 940 in scenic White Haven. The luxurious menu includes a variety of massages, nail services,

facials, body treatments, tanning, and a hair salon. Gift certificates and spa packages make any occasion special. Mention This Week in the Poconos when scheduling! Call (570) 443-9SPA (9772), and see www.spaatmountainlaurel.com.

The Skyview Spa at Skytop Lodge, Route 390 in Skytop. Invigorate, stimulate, and rejuvenate! From manicures to massages, services pamper you from head to toe. Certified staff, 6 treatment rooms, Quiet Room with mountain views, mani/ pedi room, locker rooms, and bathrooms with showers. Purchase fine products and gift certificates.

Mention This Week in the Poconos! Phone (570) 595-8968, and visit www.skyviewspaatskytoplodge.com.

Spa Shawnee at Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort, River Road in Shawnee-on-Delaware. Inspired by nature, and a sanctuary for restoring the body, mind, and soul. Facials and body treatments use all-natural, organic products. Single and couples’ massage rooms, hydrotherapy, full salon offering hair, make-up, scalp treatments, waxing, facials, body treatments, and mani/pedis. Call (570) 424-4000x1438; see www.spashawnee.com.

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Settlers Inn Wine Chat and Jazz on the Deck On Friday, August 26th, Settlers Inn at Bingham Park hosts a weekly Wine Chat with the Wine Chick, featuring resident sommelier and wine professional Leslie Chappell-Britt. From 5:00pm to 6:00pm, she’ll guide you around the world of wine! Leslie was educated at London’s Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET), the world’s leading institution of wine education. Her philosophy is to experiment freely, pairing wine with food and fun. Space is limited and reservations are requested; pay only a $12.00/pp tasting fee. Outdoor Jazz on the Deck performed by the Liberto Trio happens from 6:00pm to 9:00pm as well, in conjunction with Wally Lake Fest, rain or shine. A summer barbecue and special beers will be served. Built in 1927, the Settlers Inn is an artfully restored craftsman-style hotel, serving traditional and nouvelle cuisine created from local farm-to-table fare. The Inn holds the AAA Four Diamond Rating, is a Wine Spectator magazine award-winner, and a AAA Top 10 Favorite Historic Hotel; settle in at 4 Main Avenue in Hawley! Call (570) 226-2993 or 1-800-833-8527, and sip www.thesettlersinn.com.

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PPL hosts Lake Wallenpaupack Dam Tours PPL invites you on a Lake Wallenpaupack Dam Tour! On Saturday and Sunday, August 27th and 28th, glimpse the past, present, and future of clean, renewable energy. Walk across the Wallenpaupack Dam for a great view of the lake and the dry riverbed where the Wallenpaupack Creek once flowed. Learn about energy demand since Lake Wallenpaupack began operating as a hydroelectric plant in the 1920s, and discover what you can do to conserve this valuable resource. You will be greeted by a PPL escort, and guided onto the dam in small groups; wear closed-toed shoes. Guided tours will be given from 10:00am to 3:00pm. If you wish also to tour the power plant in Kimbles along the Lackawaxen River, bus transportation is provided. This event is not handicapped-accessible, and registration is not required. Visit the Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center before or after your tour to see displays of arrowheads, a dugout canoe, and other artifacts. Enjoy refreshments provided by the Wallenpaupack Historical Society, and view historic photos. Call (570) 253-7076 or (570) 251-6196, email pplpreserves@pplweb.com, and plug into www.pplpreserves.com.

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museums, galleries and antiquity ARTSPACE GALLERY, 18 North 7th Street, Stroudsburg. Gallery of the Pocono Arts Council, the arts leadership, service, and education organization serving the 4-county Pocono Mountains region with the mission Culture Builds Community! Monday through Friday 10:00am to 4:00pm; Saturday and Sunday 12:00pm to 4:00pm. Shows, displays, events, exhibits. Call (570) 476-4460; see www.poconoarts.org. BELL SCHOOL, on Cherry Valley Road in Stormsville, southwest of Stroudsburg. Circa 1860, the 1room school served students until 1953. Artifacts, photos, guided tours. Presented and maintained by Monroe County Historical Association. Open seasonally; special hours and group tours by appointment. Donations accepted. Call (570) 4217703, email mcha@ptd.net, see www.monroehistorical.org. BETHEL ONE-ROOM SCHOOL; from Route 6 at Indian Orchard, take Route 652 east for 1 mile, turn right onto Bethel School Road, travel a mile to the schoolhouse on left. Administered by the Wayne County Historical Society, 810 Main Street, Honesdale. See the 1-room school circa 1872 during open houses and by appointment. Call (570) 253-3240, or visit www.waynehistorypa.org. CALDER HOUSE MUSEUM, Route 191 and Pine Mill Rd. in Equinunk. Historical displays, exhibits, and programs hosted by the Equinunk Historical Society. Also see the restored Joel Hill Water-Powered Sawmill on Duck Harbor Road off Route 191 at Lookout. A National Historic Site. Phone (570) 224-6722 for a schedule to see the mill in operation; visit www.waynehistorypa.org. CARBON COUNTY WELCOME CENTER, 2 Lehigh Avenue, Jim Thorpe. Exhibits include coal mining, canal shipping, rail transportation, Delaware and Lehigh Corridor, hiking, biking, skiing, museum tours,

train rides, shopping, restaurants, and accommodations. Visit 9:30am to 5:30pm daily. Call (570) 3253673 or 1-888-JIM-THORPE, and see www.JimThorpe.org. COLUMNS MUSEUM, 608 Broad Street, Milford. The restored 1904 neoclassical home is the official museum of the Pike County Historical Society. Highlighting the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bloody Lincoln Flag,â&#x20AC;? placed under President Lincolnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s head after he was shot at Fordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Theater. Exhibits on philosopher Charles Sanders Peirce, and Father Francis Craft, liaison at The Battle of Wounded Knee and 1st white Chief of the Sioux. WWII poster & propaganda, weapons, and uniforms. Genealogical research

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of local history, and see memorabilia. Open from 1:00pm to 5:00pm on weekends. Phone (570) 476-4240; visit www.dutotmuseum.com.

to 12:00pm, and Saturdays June through September from 12:00pm to 4:00pm. Meetings are the 3rd Monday at 7:00pm, except December. Phone (570) 894-4207 or (570) 839-7306; see www.coolbaughtwp.org.

EAST STROUDSBURG UNIVERSITY Madelon Powers Art Gallery, Fine and Performing Arts Center. Open Monday through Thursday from 1:00pm to 4:00pm during university sessions. Learn more at www.esu.edu.

CRESCO STATION MUSEUM, Sand Spring Road off Route 390 at Cresco Railroad Depot. Antique toys, anthracite coal mine display, diorama of the 1764 John Price homestead, churches of Barrett Township, P.O.S. of America Lodge, Civil War, and early Boy Scout displays. Craftsmen demonstrate old-time skills. Free; donations accepted. Art shows, socials, and music programs. Administered by the Barrett Township Historical Society; call (570) 595-6157, and visit www.barretthistory.org.

ECKLEY MINERS’ VILLAGE, 10 miles east of Hazleton on Highland Road, 3 miles off Route 940. Re-live history in a coal miners’ patch town. Founded in 1854, Eckley was an anthracite-mining community of company-owned homes. In 1971, the village became a living museum, with 18 residents today. Museum, miners’ homes, churches, company store, and doctor’s office. Open year ‘round; administered by the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission. Guided walking tours, staff and weather permitting. Call (570) 636-2070; see www.eckleyminersvillagemuseum.com.

DORFLINGER GLASS MUSEUM in the Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary, Long Ridge Road, White Mills. Highlighting the life of Christian Dorflinger, creator of fine crystal and cut glass, educated at the Cristalleries de Saint Louis in France. In 1865, he built a glass factory and town of 100 homes, to design and produce lead crystal. Displayed with period antiques and factory artifacts, it’s the largest collection of Honesdale Glass in the world! Open Wednesday through Saturday from 10:00am to 4:00pm and Sunday from 1:00pm to 4:00pm; call (570) 253-1185 and see www.dorflinger.org. DRIEBE FREIGHT STATION, 537 Ann Street next to McMichaels Park, Stroudsburg. Restored 1882 railroad freight station housing a working model train display, industrial exhibits, general store, music exhibits, and gift shop. A 1923 Chestnut Hill Railroad caboose displays memorabilia. Phone (570) 424-1776 to schedule a visit; donation suggested. THE ANTOINE DUTOT MUSEUM & GALLERY, Main Street, Route 611 in Delaware Water Gap. Housed in a brick schoolhouse circa 1850 with rotating fine art exhibits in a 1st-floor gallery, and 2nd-floor museum of local history featuring a preserved schoolroom. Sit at an antique desk, view a slide show

EQUINUNK HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 1972 Pine Mill Road in Equinunk; listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Collects, preserves, and interprets the history of the Upper Delaware River corridor, from prehistoric times. Books, documents, photographs, cultural objects, educational programs, lectures, special events, library, genealogy, and publications. School room, loom room, farm room, and Stockport Room. Call (570) 224-6722, email ehs22@verizon.net. Calder Museum, Calder Corner Shop, and Civil War-era Joel Hill water-powered sawmill; see www.rootsweb.com/~paehs. THE GLASS HAT, Route 191, ½ mile south of Hamlin Corners. Two floors of elegant glassware, antique furniture, estate jewelry, pottery, Depression glass, general antiques, collectibles, tea things, Christmas room, and old kitchenware. Member of the Wayne, Pike, Sullivan Antique Dealers Association (WPSADA) and the Northeastern Pennsylvania Glass Appreciation Club. Open daily, weather permitting. Call (570) 689-4060, visit www.wpsada.com, or email tkobo@echoes.net. GREY TOWERS NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE in Milford, former

home of Pennsylvania Governor and founder of the US Forest Service, Gifford Pinchot. The 1886 French chateauesque mansion serves as a museum and conference center under the stewardship of the USDA Forest Service. Guided tours, special events. From Route 6, turn on Old Owego Turnpike, go ¼ mile to the entrance. Call (570) 296-9630; see www.greytowers.org or www.fs.fed.us/gt. HOLLEY ROSS POTTERY on Route 191 at LaAnna offers free tours of the pottery factory and free demonstrations of pottery making. Many lines of pottery, glassware, gifts, and sculpture are displayed for sale. Shop for Fiesta dinnerware, stoneware, dolls, planters, décor, candles, bean pots, suncatchers, Weeping Gold pottery, Polish pottery, and whimsical figurines and birdbaths. Cable bridge, forest with sawdust paths, and woodland lake with picnic area. Phone (570) 6763248; see www.holleyross.com. HUTTON METALCRAFTS on Route 940 in Pocono Pines offers handcrafted copper lanterns, brass indoor and outdoor lamps, candle lamps, pewter ornaments, fine pewter ware, copper and brass fountains, fine oil painting on glass and stone by Xian, and jewelry. Choose a one-of-a-kind copper tree created by Tom Hutton, handhammered from a slab of solid copper, silver-brazed, and heat-colored to produce rich greens on the tops and reddish highlights on the trunks. Closed Mondays; call (570) 646-7778; see www.copperlamps.com. MISS ELLY’S ANTIQUES & SUCH, a multi-dealer shop at 518 Church Street, off Main Avenue in Hawley. Affordable treasures from smalls to furniture, glass, pottery, paintings and prints, vintage clothing and textiles, and primitives. Imported foods include British marmalades and Scottish shortbreads. The 1870 Gothic Revival features a center gable, tin roof with snowbirds, flattened arch-effect windows, full-length porch, and lovely old glass in her 7-light transom and 5 sidelights! Open Thursday through Sunday from 10:00am to 5:00pm, and by appointment. Call (570) 226-7513; see www.missellysantiques.com.

This Week in the Poconos 31 OLD MAUCH CHUNK LANDING, Route 209 in Jim Thorpe. A former New Jersey Central Railroad Station, built in 1888 to serve a booming passenger trade. Now a hub for special events, exhibits, and rail excursions. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Explore industrial heritage exhibits from 9:30am until 5:30pm daily. Call (570) 325-3673 or (570) 421-5791; visit www.jimthorpe.org. POCONO BOOK EXCHANGE, Route 940 in Pocono Lake. Books make great gifts; a juicy mystery enhances summer evenings, a story/picture book brightens a child’s day, and informative handbooks guide successful projects. Plenty of page-turners in a comfy setting; discover what’s between the covers! New and used books sold at prices for every pocketbook, trades made at the owners’ discretion, and special orders. Open Monday through Friday 10:00am to 7:00pm, Saturday 10:00am to 6:00pm, and Sunday 10:00am to 4:00pm; call (570) 3555757. POCONO INDIAN MUSEUM, Route 209, Bushkill. Living history, ancient artifacts, and crafts of the Delaware Indians residing in the Delaware River region of Monroe and Pike counties. Receive 1 free tour admission with 1 paid adult tour admission; see the display ad. Excellent gift shop, gift certificates available. Open daily except Christmas, Easter, and Thanksgiving. Adjacent to Starting Gate Action Sports! Phone (570) 588-9338; visit www.poconoindianmuseum.com.

(570) 223-8312. Open weekends or by appointment. ROSS HERBS AND ANTIQUES, Route 191 in Paradise Valley. Intriguing selection of nice old country things, as well as fresh, fragrant, tasty, healthy, beautiful herbs! With Ross & Ross Nursery, Inc., a one-stop shop for all things green and blooming since 1932. Landscape designs, exotic plants, garden gifts, pond supplies, water plants, and attractive walkways and patios which they also install. Open daily; phone (570) 595-9760. SLATE BELT HERITAGE CENTER, 30 North First Street, Route 191, Bangor. Self-guided tour of 9 rooms honoring founders and industries; Slate Room, Textile Room, Welsh Room, Cornish Room, WWII Home Front Room, artifacts, videos, and data collection information. Chairlift available. Fire Museum exhibit with Bangor’s 1st fire truck. Open Saturday, Sunday, and by appointment. Free. Call (610) 588-8615 or (610) 588-3434; visit www.slatebeltheritage.com. STEAMTOWN NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE, 150 S. Washington Ave., Scranton. Only National Park devoted to steam railroading. Locomotive and railroad equipment displays, museum, and train rides! Open 9:00am to 5:00pm daily except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s. Exit 185 off I-81, Central Scranton Expressway; entrance at Lackawanna and Cliff avenues. Call (570) 340-5200 or 1-888693-9391; see www.nps.gov/stea.

QUIET VALLEY LIVING HISTORICAL FARM, off Business Route 209 near Stroudsburg. A restored and working 19th-century Pennsylvania German farm, complete with historic buildings, guides dressed in period clothing, farm animals, heritage crafts, demonstrations, special events. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00am to 5:00pm and Sunday from 12:00pm to 5:00pm, plus Labor Day Monday. Phone (570) 992-6161; visit www.quietvalley.org.

STROUD MANSION & LIBRARY, 900 Main Street, Stroudsburg. Built by Jacob Stroud in 1795, housing artifacts and exhibits of Monroe County; hosted by the Monroe County Historical Association. Elizabeth D. Walters Library with extensive genealogical materials, museum, library, and gift shop. Open Tuesday through Friday 10:00am to 4:00pm and 1st and 3rd Saturdays 10:00am to 4:00pm; guided tours 11:00am and 2:00pm. Admission. Call (570) 421-7703; see www.monroehistorical.org.

RESICA FALLS SCOUT RESERVATION, Route 402, 6 miles north of Marshalls Creek. Indian museum housing fabled Cornell Faucett and Andrew Lewis Indian Artifacts Exhibits, Scout handcrafts, and local postcards. Free. Phone

TEETERS’ FURNITURE, Main Avenue, Hawley. Established in 1849, the Teeters have built a reputation for quality furniture and decor displayed in a gallery atmosphere; shop for bedding and carpeting, too! Open Monday

through Thursday 8:30am to 5:30pm; Friday 8:30am to 8:00pm; Saturday 8:30am to 5:00pm; and Sunday 12:00pm to 4:00pm. Call (570) 2263112; visit www.teetersfurniture.com. THEO B. PRICE INC. COUNTRY STORE, Route 390, Cresco. Handicrafts, gifts, seasonings, animal feed, folk art, hardware, building materials, Green Mountain Coffees, Vera Bradley Bags, Byers’ Choice collectibles, Burt’s Bees, Grafton Village Cheeses, and hardware/lumber. Artwork displays in the Sprag Mill Art Gallery. Open 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday through Saturday; closed Sunday. Call (570) 595-2501; see www.theobprice.com. TOBYHANNA TRAIN STATION & MUSEUM, Route 423 in Tobyhanna. Hosted by the Pocono Rail Historical Society, open seasonally and for special events. Tour the restored facility and see how it was when the station was bustling. Rail videos, running model train layouts, memorabilia, railroad art, and souvenirs. Free; donations accepted. Call (570) 894-3338. WALLENPAUPACK HISTORICAL SOCIETY, Lake Wallenpaupack. Williams House, 103 Manor Woods Court in Paupack off Route 507, has tools, guns, weaving implements, artifacts, and a sleigh; by appointment. Palmyra Township Building off Gumbletown Road has wallpaper tools, early woodworking tools, and bells from 1-room schools; 8:00am to 12:00pm, Monday through Thursday. PPL Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center off Route 6 has Ray LaTournou’s Dorflinger glass collection, glass blowing tools, samples, and artifacts; Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm. Call (570) 226-8980; see www.wallenpaupackhistorical.org. WAYNE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM RESTORED JASON TORREY LAND OFFICE BUILDING, 810 Main Street, Honesdale. Delaware and Hudson Canal Company office, a National Historic Landmark; Americana exhibits, library with climate-controlled storage of artifacts and documents. Wayne County exhibit, Honesdale glass, quilt and photo displays, Native American artifacts, and Movin’ Energy display. Call (570) 253-3240; see www.waynehistorypa.org.

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BAIT & TACKLE Big Brown Fish & Pay Lakes, Route 115 in Effort, with 3 ponds on 10 acres stocked weekly with trout and bass. Pole rentals, tackle shop, picnic tables, park benches and pavilion are available for guests. No license required. See the money-saving offer in the display ad! Call (570) 629-0427 and visit www.bigbrownfish.com. Tannery Depot General Store, Route 534 and Tannery Road, Lehigh Tannery. Offering fishing tackle and bait, camping equipment, bike rentals, hiking supplies, hunting accessories, firewood, ice, sandwiches, and groceries. Open Monday through Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm and Sunday 10:00am to 3:00pm. Call (570) 606-4325 and see www.tannerydepot.com. Woehrleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bait Shop, Rt. 940 at Park Avenue in Mount Pocono. Healthy live bait for all seasons; fat heads,

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minnows, night crawlers, leeches, red worms, giant mealworms, wax worms, crickets, hellgramites, and more! Celebrating 30+ years in business, this very complete bait shop is open every day, all year. Call (570) 839-7338 and go to www.woehrlesbaitshop.com. BATTING CAGES Costaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Family Fun Park, east of Lake Wallenpaupack on Route 6. The bumper boats have water nozzles so you can soak your friends! Play miniature golf on the 18-hole course, or practice at the golf driving range. Take a swing at the baseball stadium batting cages or race at the go-cart track. Lazer Tag, Kiddie Play Land with pedal carts, and classic arcade games. Have lunch, dinner, or a snack in the cafe. Call (570) 226-8585 and see www.costasfamilyfunpark.com. Shawnee River Trips, I-80 exit 310 to River Road in Shawnee-onDelaware, across from Smithfield

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This Week in the Poconos 35 the Adventure Center at 1-800443-8554 or (570) 443-9532; see www.whitewaterchallengers.com. BOAT RENTALS Rubber Duckie Boat Rentals, Lake Wallenpaupack at the Lakeside Country Plaza, junction of routes 507 and 390, Tafton. Rubber Duckie is #1 at the big lake with over 25 boats to choose from including ski boats, fishing boats, pontoon boats, cruising boats, pleasure boats, jet skis, and 3-person jet skis! Just minutes from I-84 and Route 6. Launch www.rubberduckieboatrentals.com, and call (570) 226-3930. BOAT TOURS Wallenpaupack Scenic Boat Tour, 2487 Route 6 near Route 507, Hawley. Enjoy a safe and entertaining 1-hour cruise on Lake Wallenpaupack as your Tour Guide highlights the charms and history of the Lake Region! Tours depart through Labor Day; Sunset Tours and Private Tours are available. Park and purchase tickets at East Shore Lodging across the street from the Observation Deck at Gresham’s Landing. Call

(570) 226-3293, and hop aboard www.wallenpaupackboattour.com! BOWLING Split Rock Resort, One Lake Drive, Lake Harmony. 8-lane bowling center in the resort’s spacious Galleria is open the public as well as guests of the resort, 11:00am to 11:00pm. Beautiful lanes and digital scoring! Call (570) 722-9111, and see www.splitrockresort.com. BUMPER BOATS & BUMPER CARS CamelBeach Waterpark at Camelback Mountain Resort, I-80 exit 299 in Tannersville. Ride bumper boats outdoors on the lagoon. Featuring 35 waterslides, wave pool, Blue Nile adventure river, Triple Venom, Sand Storm, Dune Runner, Flow Rider, and Pharoah’s Phortress. Water is heated. Open daily; save with the display ad. Call (570) 6291661; visit www.camelbeach.com. Costa’s Family Fun Park, east of Lake Wallenpaupack on Route 6. The bumper boats have water nozzles so you can soak your friends! Play miniature golf on the 18-hole course, or practice at the golf driving range.

Take a swing at the baseball stadium batting cages or race at the go-cart track. Lazer Tag, Kiddie Play Land with pedal carts, and classic arcade games. Have lunch, dinner, or a snack in the cafe. Call (570) 226-8585 and see www.costasfamilyfunpark.com. CAMPING Adventure Sports, Route 209, Marshalls Creek (2 miles north of I80 off exit 309). Take an overnight canoe camping trip in the wild and beautiful Delaware Water Gap Natural Recreation Area! Call (570) 223-0505 or 1-800-487-2628, and visit www.adventuresport.com. Kittatinny Canoes, on the Delaware River. Canoe and raft center offering scenic riverside camping trips in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Float down the Delaware River to your campsite! Call 1-800-FLOAT-KC or (570) 2965890 for reservations, and visit www.kittatinny.com. Pocono Whitewater & Skirmish, Route 903 near Jim Thorpe. Bringing you full-day and ½-day (Continued on Page 36)

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canoeing, and kayaking on the Delaware River. Guests of Fernwood Resort and Villas receive a discount! Call 1-888-FERNWOOD, and see www.fernwoodhotel.com. Kittatinny Canoes, Dingmans Ferry. Rafting, canoeing, kayaking, and camping on the Delaware River in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and the Upper Delaware River. 7 riverfront locations for your convenience, and many trip selections to choose from. Call 1800-FLOAT-KC or (570) 296-5890. Use the display ad for offer, and visit www.kittatinny.com. Pocono Whitewater & Skirmish, Route 903 near Jim Thorpe. Fullday and ½-day adventures through the scenic Lehigh River Gorge. Family-style calm float trips, wild whitewater rafting, kayaking, mountain biking, Skirmish paintball, and more! Call 1-800-WHITEWATER or (570) 325-9226, and see www.poconowhitewater.com. Shawnee River Trips, I-80 exit 310 to River Road in Shawnee-on-Delaware, across from Smithfield Elementary. Explore the Delaware River and the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area via canoe, raft, or kayak. Mountain bike rentals, fishing equipment, hiking information, and more. Call (570) 424-4000 and visit www.shawneerivertrips.com. Whitewater Challengers, on the Lehigh River near White Haven. Breath-taking scenery and good old-fashioned fun. Choose from a gentle rafting trip, adrenalinepumping rapids, or something in-between. Call 1-800-443-8554 or (570) 443-9532, and see www.whitewaterchallengers.com. CANOES & KAYAKS Kittatinny Canoes, at the Milford location. New and used canoes, kayaks, and watersports accessories, carrying your favorite brands! Just off the Route 209 Matamoras exit, 3 miles north of Milford. Call 1-800FLOAT-KC or (570) 296-5890, and see www.kittatinny.com. CLIMBING The Adventure Center at Skytop Lodge, Route 390 and Dutch Hill Road, Skytop. Outdoor 30’ climbing wall; 8 stations, from beginner to very advanced. Custom built

This Week in the Poconos 37 with a real rock look and feel, and 300+ moveable handholds! Classes available, day use fee, top rope belaying; weight up to 310 pounds. Call (570) 595-8988 and see www.skytop.com. CBK Mountain Adventures, at Camelback Mountain Resort on Camelback Road in Tannersville. Treetop obstacle courses, mountain segways, zip lines, off-road adventure rides; save with the display ad! Call (570) 629-1661x1123; see www.cbkmountainadventures.com. DISC GOLF Blue Mountain Ski Area, Palmerton. Open Thursday through Sunday, featuring 3 courses of 9 to 18 holes! Affordable fees, rentals, group rates, and season passes. Drop in the Summit Lodge Slopeside Pub & Grill, call (610) 826-7700, and check out www.skibluemt.com. CBK Mountain Adventures, at Camelback Mountain Resort on Camelback Road in Tannersville. Treetop obstacle courses, mountain segways, zip lines, off-road adventure rides; save with the display ad! Call (570) 629-1661x1123; see www.cbkmountainadventures.com. Whitewater Challengers, on the Lehigh River near White Haven. Disc golf combines Frisbee throwing with golf; it’s the sport of the future! Call the Adventure Center at 1-800-4438554 or (570) 443-9532; log on to www.whitewaterchallengers.com. FISH & PAY LAKES Big Brown Fish & Pay Lakes, Route 115 north in Effort with 3 ponds on 10 acres stocked weekly with trout and bass. Pole rentals, tackle shop, picnic tables, park benches, and pavilion; no license required. See the offer in the display ad! Call (570) 629-0427 and visit www.bigbrownfish.com. Paradise Fishing Preserve, at the historic 1902 Paradise Brook Trout Company, the first licensed, private trout hatchery in PA, Route 191 in Paradise Valley. Well-stocked, no license required, tackle rental, picnic tables. See the offer in the display ad! Open daily 8:00am to 4:00pm. Call (570) 629-0422 and snag www.paradisetrout.com. FLY FISHING INSTRUCTION The Orvis Shop at Skytop Lodge,

Route 390, Skytop. Instruction for the novice fly fisher covering casting, entomology, wading, knot tying, etc. in a classroom and on the water; equipment provided. Private lessons and guide service. Waters open to the public, for a fee, for fly fishing only. Call (570) 595-8929 or (570) 595-7401; see www.skytop.com. The Rod & Gun Club at The Inn at Pocono Manor, Route 314 in Pocono Manor via Route 611 or Route 940. Lessons for beginners to experienced anglers, classroom and streamside. Cast & Stay Packages available. Scenic 2.5 miles of remote fly-fishing open to the public for a fee. Call (570) 839-3908 or email poconosports@poconomanor.com ; see www.poconomanor.com. GEOCACHING The Adventure Center at Skytop

Lodge, Route 390 and Dutch Hill Road, Skytop. A 30-minute Geocaching and GPS Basics class teaches how to find a Skytop geocode with Global Positioning System units. Complete the class, and rent a GPS to locate your choice of caches. Registration is suggested and minimum age is 13 without a parent/guardian. Call (570) 5958988 and see www.skytop.com. GOLF Fernwood Hotel & Resort, Route 209 in Bushkill. Golfers of all abilities are challenged on Fernwood’s par 71, 18-hole course. On-site club rentals, golf shop, and great specials! PGA Golf Pro and instructor. Call 1-888-FERNWOOD, and visit www.fernwoodhotel.com. (Continued on Page 38)

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The Inn at Pocono Manor, Route 314 in Pocono Manor via Route 611 or Route 940, with 36 holes of championship golf open to the public. Stay and Play packages include accommodations, meals, and greens fees. Clubhouse, pro shop, restaurant, lounge, locker rooms, PGA Pro lessons, club rentals, driving range, and 2 putting greens. Call (570) 839-7111 ext. 7415; visit www.poconomanor.com. Shawnee Country Club, I-80 exit 310 to River Road, at the centenary Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort in Shawnee-on-Delaware. Enjoy 27 holes of championship golf, many on an island in the Delaware River! The 9-hole Tillinghast Approach Golf Course is lit for night play. Academy clinics and instruction, Golf Shop, driving range, club fitting. Call 1-800-SHAWNEE (7429633) or (570) 424-4000, and see www.shawneeinn.com. Skytop Lodge Golf Course, at Skytop Lodge off Route 390 in Skytop. Semiprivate course open to the public with 18 holes and 6,656 yards. Par 72, slope rating 133. Designed by Robert White, opened in 1927. Call (570) 595-8910 or (570) 595-7401; see www.skytop.com. Split Rock Resort & Golf Club, Wolf Hollow Road in Lake Harmony. 27 holes of championship golf, practice facilities, putting greens,

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driving range, midweek specials, GPS carts, clubhouse, Golf Shop, snack bar, Sunset Green Restaurant & Bar with panoramic views. Public welcomed. Call (570) 722-9901; see www.splitrockresort.com/golf. For lodging, call 1-800-255-7625 or (570) 722-9111. GOLF DRIVING RANGES Costa’s Family Fun Park, just east of Lake Wallenpaupack on Route 6. 19-stall driving range with high quality turf mats and 6 target areas at clearly marked yardages. Clubs sized from youth to adult, or bring your own. Irons are available. Miniature golf, Lazer Tag, big water slides, batting cages, gocarts, bumper boats, arcade, and cafe. Call (570) 226-8585 and see www.costasfamilyfunpark.com. The Inn at Pocono Manor, Route 314 in Pocono Manor via Route 940 or Route 611. Two practice putting greens and a driving range, in addition to 36 holes of championship golf. Call (570) 839-7111 ext. 7415, and visit www.poconomanor.com. Shawnee Country Club, I-80 exit 310 to River Road, at the centenary Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort in Shawnee-on-Delaware. Two practice putting greens and a driving range. Enjoy 27 holes of Championship golf, most on an island in the Delaware River. Call 1-800SHAWNEE or (570) 424-4000; see www.shawneeinn.com. Split Rock Resort & Golf Club, Wolf Hollow Road in Lake Harmony. 27 holes of championship golf, practice

facilities, putting greens, driving range, midweek specials. Clubhouse, Golf Shop, snack bar, Sunset Green Restaurant & Bar with panoramic views. Call (570) 722-9901; go to www.splitrockresort.com/golf. HARNESS RACING Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, Highway 315 in Wilkes-Barre. The action sizzles 24/7 and the service makes you feel at home. Cash in on the fun at 2,300 high-voltage slots, electric-hot virtual table games, simulcast harness racing, live harness racing in season now, and live table games. Savor 10 distinctive dining options, from Ruth’s Chris Steak House to Timbers Buffet to Wolfgang Puck Express. Stroll the shopping promenade with Brookstone and Crossing Vineyards Wine & Cheese Shop. Sunburst Bar and Breakers Bar offer live entertainment. Call 1-888-WIN-INPA; see www.mohegansunpocono.com. HAY JUMPING Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, off Business Route 209 between Stroudsburg and Snydersville; see signs. Guides in period clothing recreate life on a 19th-century farm. Hay jumping for the kids is part of the regular guided tours through Labor Day Monday. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00am to 5:00pm, and Sunday from 12:00pm to 5:00pm; closed Mondays except Labor Day. Phone (570) 992-6161; visit www.quietvalley.org. HORSEBACK RIDING Fernwood Hotel & Resort, Route 209 in Bushkill. Year-round horseback riding is available on the beautiful grounds of the resort. Call 1-888-FERNWOOD and visit www.fernwoodhotel.com. The Inn at Pocono Manor, Route 314 in Pocono Manor via Route 940 or Route 611. Year ‘round horseback riding on gorgeous, scenic trails. Horse-drawn hay rides and sleigh rides in season. Call (570) 839-6237 or email stables@poconomanor.com; visit www.poconomanor.com. KART RACING Costa’s Family Fun Park, just east of Lake Wallenpaupack on Route 6. The 1200’ go cart track with tight turns and long straightaways features the

This Week in the Poconos 39 “Leopard” with precise steering and power for adults and older kids; the “Jaguar” 2-passenger car for parent and child with double steering, and the “IROC” for younger kids; a staff member rides on the side for a lap to teach the controls. Lazer Tag, mini-golf, batting cages, arcade, and cafe. Call (570) 226-8585 and see www.costasfamilyfunpark.com. S & S Speedways Indoor Go-Karts, Business Route 209 in Snydersville. High-powered indoor go-karts with slick tires similar to real track racing! Single-person ride; must be at least 54” tall. Video arcade and snack bar. Hours are Thursday and Friday 5:00pm-10:00pm, Saturday 12:00pm-10:00pm, Sunday 12:00pm-7:00pm, and Monday through Wednesday 12:00pm5:00. Use the display ad for a Free Race! Call (570) 420-5500 and visit www.ssspeedways.com. KAYAKING Adventure Sports, Route 209, Marshalls Creek (2 miles north of I-80 off exit 309). Kayak trips on the Delaware River through the beautiful Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Call (570) 223-0505 or 1-800-487-2628 and see the display ad for a special offer; visit www.adventuresport.com. The Adventure Center at Skytop Lodge, Route 390 and Dutch Hill Road, Skytop. Join instructors on the water to learn basics of flat water kayaking during the Introduction to Kayaking Class; safety, boat design, strokes, turning, bracing, and wet exit. Minimum age is 13. Call (570) 595-8988 and see www.skytop.com. Fernwood Hotel & Resort, Route 209 in Bushkill. Enjoy River Country rafting, canoeing, and kayaking on the Delaware River. Guests of Fernwood Resort and Villas receive a discount. Call 1-888-FERNWOOD and visit www.fernwoodhotel.com. Kittatinny Canoes, just north of Milford. Kayaking for all abilities on calm water or rapids on the Delaware River. Instruction. Call 1800-FLOAT-KC or (570) 296-5890, see the display ad for a special offer, and visit www.kittatinny.com. Pocono Whitewater, Route 903 near Jim Thorpe. Guided kayak clinics on the Lehigh River. Whitewater rafting,

mountain biking, and Skirmish Paintball. Call 1-800-WHITEWATER or (570) 325-9226, and see www.poconowhitewater.com. Shawnee River Trips, I-80 exit 310 to River Road in Shawnee-on-Delaware, across from Smithfield Elementary. Explore the Delaware River and the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Single and tandem kayaks, canoes, rafts, and mountain bikes. Call (570) 424-4000 and visit www.shawneerivertrips.com. Whitewater Challengers, on the Lehigh River near White Haven. Kayak Clinics teach the basics of wet exits, bow rescues, strokes, eddy turns, and ferrying. Classroom, flat water, and whitewater instruction. Call 1-800-443-8554 or (570) 443-9532, and see www.whitewaterchallengers.com. MINIATURE GOLF & PLAY PARKS Bushkill Falls, off Route 209 in Bushkill. The “Niagara of Pennsylvania” around 8 roaring waterfalls features nature trails, picnic areas, miniature golf, and paddleboats. Ice Cream Parlor, Native American and wildlife exhibits, fishing, Trading Post, Fudge Kitchen, and more. Open daily at 9:00am. Call (570) 588-6682 and see www.visitbushkillfalls.com. CamelBeach Waterpark at Camelback Mountain Resort, I-80 exit 299 in Tannersville. Ride bumper boats outdoors on the lagoon. Featuring 35 waterslides, wave pool, Blue Nile adventure river, Triple Venom, Sand Storm, Dune Runner,

Flow Rider, and Pharoah’s Phortress. Water is heated. Open daily; save with the display ad. Call (570) 6291661; visit www.camelbeach.com. Costa’s Family Fun Park, just east of Lake Wallenpaupack on Route 6. Enjoy mini-golf on “Grampy’s Sawmill” challenging 18-hole course, golf driving range, stadium batting cages, go cart track, bumper boats, Lazer Tag, big water slides, Kid’s Play Land with pedal carts, and classic arcade games like pinball and skee ball. Lunch, dinner, or snack in the cafe. Call (570) 226-8585, and see www.costasfamilyfunpark.com. Crystal Cave Park near Kutztown, south on Route 209 and Route 33 and west on Route 22 and Route 78, to 963 Crystal Cave Road. Underground tours of Crystal Cave, “Pennsylvania’s Greatest Natural Wonder!” Enjoy 125 wooded acres, mini-golf, panning for gemstones, fast food and Pennsylvania Dutch specialties, gift shops, museum, ice cream parlor, and park/picnic area. Open daily, reasonable rates. Celebrating 140 years of tours! Call (610) 683-6765, and see www.crystalcavepa.com. Land of Make Believe, I-80 exit 12 in Hope, NJ, 10 miles east of the Delaware River. Safe, affordable fun, food, rides, Ferris wheel, tubing on Blackbeard’s River, water park with waterslides, Pirate’s Cove, Free Fallin’ attraction, and mine and take home gems and fossils in the Mining Company. Free parking and (Continued on Page 40)

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picnic areas. Open daily through September 5th. Call (908) 459-9000 and see www.lomb.com. Split Rock Resort & Golf Club, Wolf Hollow Road in Lake Harmony. Enjoy an 18-hole mini golf course; 27 holes of championship golf are open to the public in addition to many other amenities, including the indoor waterpark! Call 1-800-2557625 or (570) 722-9111, and visit www.splitrockresort.com. MOUNTAIN BIKING The Adventure Center at Skytop Lodge, Route 390 and Dutch Hill Road, Skytop. Learn how to negotiate rock gardens, bridges, drops, and banked turns in Mountain Biking Skills Class. Use Skytop’s mountain bikes or your own. Minimum age is 15 using Skytop’s bikes; 13 with your own approved bike; helmets mandatory. Bikes rented on an hourly basis after class. Join a trail ride around the West Mountain, on and off of the West Rim trail; experience required, minimum age 15. Call (570) 595-8988 and see www.skytop.com. Pocono Bike Rentals, Route 534 and Tannery Road, Lehigh Tannery, adjacent to Tannery Depot General Store. Come ride the famous, scenic Lehigh Gorge Trail, and use the savings on bike rental in the display ad! Call 1-800-745-0742 and cruise to www.poconobikerentals.com. Pocono Whitewater, Route 903 near Jim Thorpe. Mountain bike rentals and shuttle service to and from bike trails in and around Jim Thorpe, the undisputed Mountain Biking Capitol of the East. Whitewater rafting and Skirmish Paintball. Call 1-800WHITEWATER or (570) 325-9226; see www.poconowhitewater.com. Shawnee River Trips, off I-80 exit 310 to River Road in Shawnee-onDelaware, across from Smithfield Elementary. Take a Trek Mountain Bike on the McDade Trail which lines the Delaware River and National Park grounds. Also renting canoes, rafts, and kayaks. Stop in the River Road Drive-In for some

ice cream. Call (570) 424-4000; visit www.shawneerivertrips.com. Whitewater Challengers, on the Lehigh River near White Haven. Mountain bike rentals with shuttle service to trails along the Lehigh River. Call 1-800-4438554 or (570) 443-9532; see www.whitewaterchallengers.com. MOUNTAIN SEGWAYS CBK Mountain Adventures, at Camelback Mountain Resort on Camelback Road in Tannersville. Treetop obstacle courses, mountain segways, zip lines, off-road adventure rides; save with the display ad! Call (570) 629-1661x1123; see www.cbkmountainadventures.com. Fernwood Hotel & Resort/Pocono Segway Tours, Route 209 in Bushkill. Guided segway tours daily except Wednesday, for ages 13+, amidst the 440-acre resort. No experience required; top speed is 12 mph. Open to the public and resort guests. Call 1-888-segway9 or 1-888-337-6966; see www.fernwoodhotel.com. PAINTBALL The Adventure Center at Skytop Lodge, Route 390 and Dutch Hill Road, Skytop. Play paintball on 5 fields with games in and out of the woods including speedball. Equipment available, outside paint not permitted; all paintballs must be purchased at the Adventure Center. Minimum age 10 with waiver signed by guardian. Paintball shooting gallery with no age restriction. Call (570) 595-8988; see www.skytop.com. Fernwood Hotel & Resort, Route 209 in Bushkill. Guests can play Destination Paintball at a discount. Call 1-888-FERNWOOD and visit www.fernwoodhotel.com. Kittatinny Paintball, in Barryville, NY. Equipment rentals available. Paddle and Battle special: go canoeing, kayaking, or rafting with your friends one day, and play paintball the next! Camping on premises. Call 1-800FLOAT-KC or (570) 296-5890; see www.kittatinny.com. Pocono Whitewater & Skirmish, Route 903 near Jim Thorpe. Skirmish paintball open daily, all year, with 50+ fields; ages 10+ only. Full-day and ½-day adventures through the Lehigh River Gorge; calm water

trips, whitewater rafting, kayaking, mountain biking, camping. Call 1-800WHITEWATER or (570) 325-9226; see www.poconowhitewater.com. Whitewater Challengers, on the Lehigh River near White Haven. Breath-taking scenery and oldfashioned fun. Gentle rafting trips, adrenaline-pumping rapids, zip line, mountain biking, camping, and paintball. Call 1-800-4438554 or (570) 443-9532, and see www.whitewaterchallengers.com. SPORTING CLAYS The Rod & Gun Club at Pocono Manor, Route 314, via Route 611 or Route 940, Pocono Manor. Multistation clay course spanning 120+ acres. High-flying teal, rolling rabbits, and fast crossing and incoming birds; scenic woodland course. Walk or ride along the stream between stations. Trained staff assist with 1st round. Instruction, gun rentals, ammo, and gear. Appointment required; call (570) 839-3908 or email poconosports@poconomanor.com; see www.poconomanor.com. The Orvis Shop at Skytop Lodge, Route 390, Skytop. Regulation, 12station sporting clay range open to the public. Suitable for beginners, with challenges for experienced. Instruction and gun rentals. Appointment required. Phone (570) 595-8929 or (570) 595-7401; visit www.skytop.com. SPORTS EQUIPMENT Adventure Sports, Route 209, Marshalls Creek, off I-80 exit 309. Camp store carrying outdoor equipment; tents, lanterns, fire starters, water jugs, portable stoves, hats, clothing, sunglasses, snorkeling equipment, disposable cameras, and more. Call (570) 223-0505 or 1-800-487-2628; visit www.adventuresport.com. Kittatinny Canoes, Milford location. Canoe and raft center with new and used canoes, kayaks, and watersports accessories. Off the Route 209 Matamoras exit, 3 miles from Milford. Call 1-800FLOAT-KC or (570) 296-5890; see www.kittatinny.com. Pocono Bike Rentals, Route 534 and Tannery Road, Lehigh Tannery, adjacent to Tannery Depot General Store. Ride the famous, scenic

This Week in the Poconos 41 Lehigh Gorge Trail, and use the savings offer in the display ad. Call 1-800-745-0742 and cruise to www.poconobikerentals.com. Pocono Whitewater & Skirmish, Route 903 near Jim Thorpe. Full-day and ½-day adventures through the Lehigh River Gorge. Calm water trips, whitewater rafting, kayaking, bike rentals, mountain biking, and Skirmish paintball. Call 1-800-WHITEWATER or (570) 325-9226 and see www.poconowhitewater.com. Starting Gate Action Sports, Rt. 209 in Bushkill, adjacent to Pocono Indian Museum. Wide selection of skis, snowboards, skateboards, skates, footwear, sportswear, swimwear, accessories, and equipment. Rentals. Call (570) 588-4807 and check out www.startinggateonline.com. Tannery Depot General Store, Route 534 and Tannery Road, Lehigh Tannery. Fishing tackle, bait, camping equipment, bike rentals, hiking supplies, hunting accessories, sandwiches, firewood, ice, and groceries. Open Monday through Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm and Sunday 10:00am to 3:00pm. Call (570) 606-4325; see www.tannerydepot.com. Woehrle’s Bait Shop, Rt. 940 at Park Avenue in Mount Pocono. Healthy live bait for all seasons; fat heads, minnows, night crawlers, leeches, red worms, giant mealworms, wax worms, crickets, and more! Celebrating 30+ years in business, a very complete bait shop open every day, all year. Call (570) 839-7338; see www.woehrlesbaitshop.com. TRAIN RIDES Steamtown National Historic Site in Scranton, I-81 exit 185 (Central Scranton Expressway), left at light to Lackawanna Avenue, follow signs to Steamtown. Cross-country steam-powered rail excursions, working roundhouse and turntable, 2 museums, Park Theatre, and Visitors Center. Call (570) 3405200 or 1-888-693-9391; see www.nps.gov/stea. TROLLEY RIDES Water Gap Trolley, Route 611 in Delaware Water Gap; I-80 exit 310. Authentically styled all-weather trolleys make scenic and historic tours of Delaware Water Gap, the

Eighth Scenic Wonder of the World. Trained guides describe points of interest and history. Miniature golf, picnic area, pavilion, food, and gift shop. Open 7 days from 10:00am to 4:00pm, rain or shine. Use the display ad coupon. Call (570) 476-9766; visit www.watergaptrolley.com. WATERPARKS CamelBeach Waterpark at Camelback Mountain Resort, I-80 exit 299 in Tannersville. Ride bumper boats outdoors on the lagoon. Featuring 35 waterslides, wave pool, Blue Nile adventure river, Triple Venom, Sand Storm, Dune Runner, Flow Rider, and Pharoah’s Phortress. Water is heated. Open daily; save with the display ad. Call (570) 6291661; visit www.camelbeach.com. Split Rock Resort & Golf Club, Wolf Hollow Road in Lake Harmony. H2Oooohh! indoor waterpark with family raft ride, body slides, multi-level splash playground, children’s activity pool, wave pool, whirlpools, and Flowrider simulated wave machine. Lockers and snack bar. Call (570) 722-9901,1-800255-7625, or (570) 722-9111; see www.splitrockresort.com.

ZIP LINES/ROPES COURSES CBK Mountain Adventures, at Camelback Mountain Resort on Camelback Road in Tannersville. Treetop obstacle courses, mountain segways, zip lines, off-road adventure rides; save with the display ad! Call (570) 629-1661x1123; see www.cbkmountainadventures.com. Kittatinny Zip Line, at Kittatinny Canoes’ Milford location. Dual racing zip lines overlooking the Delaware at speeds of 50mph. Off the Route 209 Matamoras exit, 3 miles from Milford. Call 1-800FLOAT-KC or (570) 296-5890; see www.kittatinny.com. Whitewater Challengers, on the Lehigh River near White Haven. Zip Line Adventure, whitewater rafting, camping, canoeing, kayaking, and mountain biking. Call 1-800443-8554 or (570) 443-9532; see www.whitewaterchallengers.com. Whitewater Challengers, on the Lehigh River near White Haven. Breath-taking scenery and oldfashioned fun. Gentle rafting trips, adrenaline-pumping rapids, zip line, mountain biking, camping, and paintball. Call 1-800-4438554 or (570) 443-9532, and see www.whitewaterchallengers.com.

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Listings are subject to change; contact the dining location for the latest hours and menu information. BEAR CREEK Bear Creek Inne, Route 115, Ph: 472-9045: Serving delicious food and drinks at reasonable prices since 1972, the Bear Creek Inne specializes in fresh seafood and other fine dishes including steak, veal, and chicken. Choose from over 40 menu items. Salad and dessert included with all meals. Casual dining and a country setting make the Bear Creek Inne a perfect dining destination, and a Children’s Menu is available! Reserve the Private Party Room for your next special event. All major credit cards are accepted, and reservations are recommended. Open 6 days at 4:00pm, and Sundays at 12:00pm. See www.bearcreekinne.com to find out more. BUSHKILL Fernwood Hotel & Resort, Route 209, Ph: 1-888-FERNWOOD

or 588-9500: Whatever your appetite or budget, Fernwood’s various eateries won’t leave you hungry. Mama Bella’s Tuscan Grille features tempting appetizers and entrees. For a casual dining experience, visit the sports pub with 8 TVs. Fernwood also has a Food Court for your dining convenience, including Pizza Hut, Scoops, and a cafe! After a day of excitement at Fernwood, head to Wintergreen’s Bar and Grill overlooking the lake and golf course to refuel. Enjoy a cocktail, music, and comedy! Check out www.fernwoodhotel.com. EAST STROUDSBURG Vocelli Pizza, 96 South Courtland Street, Ph: 424-1949: Satisfy your cravings for perfect pizza at Vocelli Pizza, delivering classic Italian quality every time! They start with hand-crafted dough mixed with extra-virgin olive oil. Vocelli signature pizza sauce has been handed down from a family recipe; tomatoes are rushed from the field and fresh-packed within 6 hours, never from concentrate.

Every pizza is smothered with 100% real Mozzarella cheese, and farm fresh toppings finish the picturesque pies. Featuring catering, plus online services like ordering, coupons, Kids Corner, Gourmet Club, and Shoppe Di Vocelli. Visit Vocelli’s on Route 611 in Tannersville by Smuggler’s Cove, too! Feel the Vocelli passion for pizza at www.vocellipizza.com. HAWLEY Cocoon Coffee House & Catering Co., Route 6 and Bellemonte Ave., Ph: 2266130: Kick back, relax, and sip coffee crafted from Electric City Roasting’s custom-blended beans, in Hawley’s historic landmark silk mill. Enjoy fresh, scrumptious, and affordable pastries, sandwiches, quiche, and salads. Open every day from 7:00am to 6:00pm, with free Wi-Fi! Professional catering, daily specials, and events. Email info@cocooncoffeehouse.com and savor www.cocooncoffeehouse.com. The Settlers Inn at Bingham Park, 4 Main Avenue, Ph: 2262993 or 1-800-833-8527: An artfully restored craftsman-style hotel. Savor the unique cuisine, made with only the freshest locally grown produce, seasonal game and fish, plus artisan breads and desserts baked at the Inn. Dine on the terrace overlooking the garden or in the comfortably elegant dining room. Select from a diverse menu featuring traditional favorites as well as nouveau cuisine. Regularly scheduled dining events, and live Jazz on the Deck. Serving lunch and dinner daily. Four-diamond AAA rating, Wine Spectator magazine award-winner, and Historic Hotels of America member; visit www.thesettlersinn.com. LAKE HARMONY The Resort at Split Rock,

This Week in the Poconos 43 One Lake Drive, Ph: 722-9111: Casual dining in a distinctive 4season destination resort. Choose from the tempting offerings at Split Rock’s Bell’Ago Cuisine Italiano restaurant, or from the 24-item menu at the beautiful Galleria Restaurant. For your reservations, call Bell’Ago directly at 722-3391 or use ext. 756 when dialing the resort’s main number; for the Galleria Restaurant, dial ext. 835. Bell’Ago is closed to the public on Tuesdays. Ice cream parlor, first-run movie theater with concessions, fabulous indoor waterpark, sports bar, cocktail lounge, bowling lanes, indoor pools, and championship golf featuring the beautiful Sunset Green Restaurant & Bar. See www.splitrockresort.com to learn more about the numerous amenities and live entertainment! LEHIGH TANNERY Tannery Depot General Store, Route 534 and Tannery Road, Ph: 606-4325: Offering

fishing tackle, camping equipment, bike rentals, hiking supplies, hunting accessories, sandwiches and other tasty fare, and groceries. Open Monday through Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm and Sunday 10:00am to 3:00pm. Call (570) 606-4325, and venture to www.tannerydepot.com. MOUNT POCONO The Original Bailey’s Rib & Steakhouse, Route 611, just north of Route 940, Ph: 8399678: Great food and good times are standard fare at Bailey’s, “the only USDA Prime Steak House in the Poconos.” Just minutes from Camelback Mountain Resort and the Crossings Outlets; open daily at 11:30am. The luncheon menu offers burgers, wings, chicken quesadillas, crab cake sandwiches, and satisfying salads, as well as light lunches. Delicious dinner options include hand-cut USDA Prime steaks, prime rib, pasta,

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PARADISE VALLEY Crescent Lodge & Country Inn, junction Routes 191 & 940, Ph: 595-7486 or 1-800-392-9400: Magnificent is the word for the Surf ‘n’ Turf, stuffed trout, juicy sirloin with onion rings, or chef’s special pasta. This fine dining and lodging establishment offers delightful appetizers and extraordinary salads and desserts. The Starting Post Cocktail Lounge serves the finest in spirits, with an excellent Pub Menu. Live piano music on weekends is a perfect accompaniment to your exceptional meal! The restaurant at the Crescent Lodge is open 7 days a week for candlelight dining of distinction. Reservations are appreciated. Private cottages feature whirlpools, fireplaces, and decks; ask about the great lodging packages. Enjoy walking and fitness

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trails, and check out the nearby sports areas, spa, and casino! Visit www.crescentlodge.com. POCONO MANOR The Inn at Pocono Manor, Routes 314 & 940, Ph: 839-7111: The Exchange at Pocono Manor in The Inn features eclectic American cuisine with a continental flair, plus a global wine list! Enjoy refreshing salads, homemade soups, and fine dishes including filet of beef, chops, poultry, and seafood. Dinner is served from 6:00pm, every evening! Casual dress, with collared shirts for men; no shorts, T-shirts, or sneakers. Reservations are appreciated. Learn more about this historic 4-season destination resort with fantastic on-site activities and amenities at www.poconomanor.com. POCONO PINES Van Gilder’s Jubilee Restaurant & Pub in the Pines, Route 940, Ph: 646-2377: The Jubilee, aka the Breakfast King of the Poconos, serves unique and delicious breakfasts from 7:00am until 3:00pm every day! For lunch, the Jubilee offers yummy burgers, wraps, paninis, sandwiches, soups, and salads. The dinner menu includes appetizers, pasta, steak, and seafood. Enjoy your favorite cocktail and munchies in the adjoining Pub in the Pines, a popular nightspot. With 15 beers on tap, multiple TVs, pool tables, darts, and a deck, the Pub is the place to watch your favorite game

or check out some great live entertainment. Specials include Pasta Mondays, Steamer Tuesdays, and Wing Nights on Thursdays and Sundays featuring 11 flavors! Roll over to “the Jube,” since 1968, at www.breakfastking.com. SHAWNEE-ON-DELAWARE The Bistro, located on River Road, by the Golf Shop of the historic Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort, Ph: 1-800-SHAWNEE x1480: Refuel with beautiful views of the historic Shawnee Inn and championship golf course. Open for lunch, with a variety of sandwiches, wraps, paninis, and salads. Beverages feature fresh squeezed lemonade, beer, wine, and an array of vacation-fun drinks. For more information, visit www.shawneeinn.com. The Gem and Keystone, located on River Road, near the historic Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort. Ph: (570) 424-0990: Home of ShawneeCraft Brewing Company artisanal heirloom whole-food beers, handcrafted and brewed on the premises. The contemporary and varied menu features local produce, all natural steak, lamb, pork, and chicken, Pennsylvania farmstead cheeses, and Smithsonian Sustainable Seafood. Appetizers, salads, pub favorites and seasonal entrees, drink specials, souvenir merchandise, and gift certificates. Open for lunch and dinner daily. Live entertainment some weekends and weekdays; available for private parties and group events. Visit www.GemAndKeystone.com! River Room, located on River Road, at the historic Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort. Ph: (570) 424-4000 x1432: The River Room is a great fine dining choice, with scenic views surrounding the entire resort. Breakfast features made-to-order eggs and omelets, homemade granola, smoothie of the day, and fresh fruits and berries. The lunch and dinner menus feature local flavors and traditions like wild boar and rack of lamb, with

This Week in the Poconos 45 a variety of fish and pasta options. The River Room is guaranteed to be a nutritious, delicious dining experience. Offering Happy Hour daily from 4:00pm to 6:00pm, with complimentary hors d’ouevres on Friday and Saturday. Check out the piano bar on Thursday from 7:00pm to 11:00pm, and Friday and Saturday from 8:00pm to 11:00pm! Learn more at www.shawneeinn.com. SKYTOP Skytop Lodge, Route 390, Ph: 1-800-345-7759 or 595-7401, ext. 465: Historic Skytop Lodge boasts 2 extraordinary dining venues! Lakeview Restaurant features American Modern cuisine served amidst panoramic views of the mountains, the golf course, and Skytop Lake. Wine connoisseurs will appreciate the international wine list. The Windsor Dining Room, located in the Lodge, features American fare with a view of the gardens and a “wine of the evening.” Both offer children’s menus and light entrees. An array of homemade desserts, estate coffees, and cordials completes this superb experience. Skytop is a

Wine Spectator Magazine awardwinner. Both restaurants require men to wear a coat; a tie is optional. Appropriate attire for ladies is suggested, and reservations are requested. See www.skytop.com. SOUTH STERLING The French Manor Inn and Spa, off Route 191, 8 miles south of I-84 Exit 20, Ph: 676-3244 or 1-877-720-6095: Gourmet French cuisine, a superb wine list, and a spectacular mountain view from a castle-like manor modeled after an estate in the south of France. The French Manor has been featured in the Philadelphia Inquirer as “dinner fit for a king.” Serving dinner nightly; outdoor dining is available in season. Jackets are required, and reservations are suggested. Casual dining is available in Hanna’s Café at the French Manor. Four-diamond AAA rating. Le Spa Forêt offers a delicious menu of spa services! Visit www.thefrenchmanor.com. TANNERSVILLE Barley Creek Brewing Company, Sullivan Trail & Camelback Rd., Ph: 629-9399: “The Creek” is the Pocono

Mountains’ Original Brewpub and Restaurant. Everything at the Creek is handcrafted, from the post and beam timber-frame building, the award-winning food, to the handcrafted ales and lagers. Originally an 1880’s farmhouse, Barley Creek boasts a big, rustic atmosphere, a deck for brews with a view, a pavilion, and wiffle ball stadium available for catering, private parties, and pick-up games. Barley Creek brews world-class ales and lagers onsite in its own English brewhouse. Free brewery tours and beer tasting every day at 12:30pm, and by appointment. Soups, salads, (Continued on Page 46)

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pub fare, steaks, seafood, and daily specials. There’s a children’s menu, a treasure box, and a game room. Happy Hour runs from 4:00pm to 6:00pm Monday through Friday; also featuring fresh sushi in the main bar on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, created by Chef Agus. Find it in the fork between Sullivan Trail and Camelback Road, a mile past Crossings Factory Outlets and 2 miles shy of Camelback Mountain Resort (exit 299 off I-80). Surf the Creek at www.barleycreek.com. Smuggler’s Cove, Route 611, Ph: 629-2277: “Seafood King of

the Poconos!” Casual dining is at its best in this Pocono landmark and family tradition for 30+ years. The menu offers appetizers, soups, salads, pasta, Allen Brothers prime rib and steaks, and the largest selection of all your favorite fresh (never frozen) seafood. Special Luncheon, Early Dinner, Castaways Lounge, and Children’s Menus available. Open daily at 11:30am, just minutes from the Crossings Outlets and Camelback Mountain Resort. Reservations are accepted, and large parties are welcome. Each dollar spent at a locallyowned eatery benefits the Pocono economy 3 times more than each dollar spent at a chain eatery! Visit www.smugglerscove.net.

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Vocelli Pizza, Route 611 at Smuggler’s Cove, Ph: 620-9055: Satisfy your cravings for perfect pizza at Vocelli Pizza, delivering classic Italian quality every time! They start with hand-crafted dough mixed with extra-virgin olive oil. Vocelli signature pizza sauce has been handed down from a family recipe; tomatoes are rushed from the field and fresh-packed within 6 hours, never from concentrate. Every pizza is smothered with 100% real Mozzarella cheese, and farm fresh toppings finish the picturesque pies. Featuring catering, plus online services like ordering, coupons, Kids Corner, Gourmet Club, and Shoppe Di Vocelli. Visit Vocelli’s at 96 South Courtland Street in East Stroudsburg, too! Feel the Vocelli passion for pizza at www.vocellipizza.com. WILKES-BARRE Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, Highway 315, Ph: 1-888WIN-INPA: Transport yourself to a world where the action sizzles 24/7 and the warm, friendly service makes you feel truly at home. Live harness racing is now in season; post time is 6:30pm. Cash in on the fun at 2,500 hot slots, virtual electronic table games, and play your favorite real-live table games like blackjack, poker, craps, and roulette! After you’ve worked up an appetite, savor the good life at one of the distinctive dining options for every taste and budget, from Ruth’s Chris Steak House to Rustic Kitchen to Bar Louie. A stroll through the shopping promenade will reveal truly interesting finds such as Brookstone, Marshall Rousso, and Crossing Vineyards Wine & Cheese Shop. When it comes to nightlife, Sunburst Bar and Breakers offer live entertainment every Friday and Saturday evening. Simulcast harness racing too! Gaming. Dining. Shopping. Nightlife. This out-of-the-ordinary escape is as close as your car keys. See www.mohegansunpocono.com.

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Starry Nights Program at Big Pocono Drive up to Big Pocono State Park atop Camelback Mountain near Tannersville for a special Starry Nights Program on Friday, August 26th. Join astronomer Rich Grebb from 7:30pm to 10:00pm as he presents this otherworldly mountaintop program. Hosted by the Friends of Big Pocono State Park, you’ll learn about star chart interpretation, stars and constellations of summer and fall, telescopic views of the Hercules Star Cluster, views of stars that are known solar systems, the Andromeda Galaxy, and the Ring Nebula. Meet at Parking Lot #2 within Big Pocono State Park. A donation of $5.00/adult and $3.00/child is requested. Bring lawn chairs or blankets, and dress warmly. Rain date is August 27th. Registration is required; call the State Park office at (570) 894-8336. Friends of Big Pocono State Park is a non-profit organization of the Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation. To learn more, visit www.friendsofbigpocono.org; see all the great Pennsylvania State Parks at www.visitpaparks.com.

Promised Land State Park Programs On Saturday, August 27th from 3:00pm to 7:00pm in the Promised Land State Park Office, join Ralph Roth to learn Dutch Oven Cooking, as done in the early 1600s! Ralph utilizes 6 fires, cooking at least 6 different dishes. Register and pay in advance; $10.00/person, $5.00/ages under 12. All materials are provided and space is limited. To see Furs, Tracks, Scat & Skulls on Saturday, August 27th, arrive between 4:30pm and 5:30pm to the Park Office porch! Meet a State Park Naturalist, and get acquainted with native mammals by experiencing furs, skulls, tracks, and scat. See bobcat fur up close, and discover which tracks are made by which animal! You’re invited to a Star Party from 9:00pm to 10:30pm on Saturday, August 27th at Falls Pavilion, with the Lackawanna Astronomical Society! This free program includes a celestial slide show and telescope observations of the night sky, weather permitting. Bring a blanket or camp chair; flashlights are welcome but must be covered with red film. If you need an accommodation to participate in park activities due to a disability, contact the PA Bureau of State Parks at 1-888-PA-PARKS(voice), 1-888-537-7294(TTY), (717) 558-2711(local or international TTY), or 711(AT&T Relay Services). With 3+ days’ notice, interpreters for the deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs. Call Promised Land State Park at (570) 676-0567 or (570) 676-3428, email promisedlandenvedsp@state.pa.us, and visit www.visitpaparks.com.

Hike, Party, and Kayak at Nescopeck How do animals see in the dark? Learn the answer to this and more nighttime mysteries during a free, 1-hour Night Hike at Nescopeck State Park near Drums on Friday, August 26th at 8:15pm. This short walk includes activities and games appropriate for ages 8+; registration is required. On Saturday, August 27th, Nescopeck offers Kayaking: Level Two, a free program for ages 9+ with paddling experience, or who have taken the Level One course; registration is required. You’ll be in the water, learning self-rescue and boat-over-boat rescue. The program is offered at 3 times: 9:30am to 10:30am; 11:00am to 12:00pm; and, 1:00pm to 2:00pm. Meet at the Park Office at 8:00pm on Saturday, August 27th for a Summer Star Party! Members of the Greater Hazleton Area Astronomical Society share knowledge of the night skies through an indoor presentation, followed by an outdoor session with telescopes to observe star clusters, weather-permitting. Open only to ages 6+. Bring a flashlight; registration is required. On Sunday, August 28th, Nescopeck State Park invites you to Hike on the Wood Frog Trail from 2:00pm to 3:30pm. Learn about phenology, the study of the connection between climate and seasonal events. Meet at the trailhead on Honey Hole Road for this free hike; registration is required. Call Nescopeck State Park, (570) 403-2006, and check out www.visitpaparks.com.

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BUSHKILL Fernwood Hotel & Resort: Route 209. Newly renovated luxury hotel room and villa rentals nestled in beautiful mountains, just minutes from great local attractions. Themed restaurants include a sports pub, a Pizza Hut, Scoops, a food court, a café, and the Tuscan Grille. Live

entertainment, indoor/outdoor pools and fitness area with massage therapist await you. Take a scenic horseback ride on Fernwood’s lush grounds or play a match on the outdoor tennis courts. Also enjoy the 18-hole, par 71 golf course, Game Zone arcade, daily activities, special events, and exciting live entertainment line-up. Check out Fernwood’s Winter Fun Center, with snow tubing and more! The Villas at Fernwood sleep up to 6, and some come with Jacuzzi tubs. Great getaway vacations and weekend packages. Call 1-888-FERNWOOD A

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HAWLEY The Settlers Inn at Bingham Park: Welcoming visitors to the Lake Wallenpaupack region since 1927. Step inside this artfully restored craftsman-style hotel, and experience country charm and grace! Featuring 20 guest rooms and suites; some with whirlpool tubs and fireplaces. Savor a delicious meal, created in the flavors of the season, and a Wine Spectator award-winning wine selection. The chef personally chooses the freshest locally grown produce, seasonal game, meats, and fish. Dine on the terrace overlooking the gardens, or relax in the dining room. For large meetings and group events, The Undercroft Room offers a naturally comfortable setting. Special dinners and live entertainment occasionally. AAA 4-diamond rating; member Historic Hotels of America. The Potting Shed offers beautiful gifts and specialty décor for the home and garden. Located across from Bingham Park, Route 6, in Hawley. Call 226-2993, 1-800-833-8527, and see www.thesettlersinn.com. JIM THORPE The Inn at Jim Thorpe: Nestled in historic, picturesque Jim Thorpe, the Inn at Jim Thorpe is a landmark treasure, featuring old world charm with modern amenities. Located in the heart of the National Register Historic District, the Inn offers comfortable guest rooms and romantic suites, many with whirlpools and fireplaces, plus relaxing in-house spa services. Best of all, the town’s quaint shops, antique stores, galleries, opera house, pubs, restaurants, music venues, and hiking/biking trails are right at the Inn’s doorstep. Take advantage of great packages such as Show & Stay, Shop ‘til You Drop Getaways, Spa Weekends, Romance packages, Girlfriend Getaways, and more. For more information and

This Week in the Poconos 49 your reservations, call The Inn at Jim Thorpe at 1-800-329-2599; visit www.innjt.net. LAKE HARMONY The Resort at Split Rock: A 4-season destination offering the ultimate in activities and accommodations, with over 500 deluxe units in unique environments. You won’t want to miss H2Ooooh! Indoor Waterpark! Enjoy the championship 27-hole golf course, 18-hole miniature golf course, fitness center, outdoor and indoor pools, tennis, basketball, bowling, video game room, racquetball, archery, billiards, ping-pong, and daily activities. Refresh in the oldfashioned ice cream parlor, and catch the latest movie with popcorn at the first-run movie theater. The Galleria Dining Room features a superb continental menu, while Bell’ago overlooks beautiful Lake Harmony and serves fine Italian cuisine. The Galleria Nightclub and Benchwarmers Sports Bar at the Lodge will entertain you. You’ll love the convenience of the Coffee Shop, Hair Gallery, and Gift Shop. The resort offers 23 meeting rooms, 77,000 sq. ft. of exhibit area/function space, onsite banquet facilities, and conference services. Call Split Rock at 1-800-2557625 or (570) 722-9111, and visit www.splitrockresort.com. PARADISE VALLEY Crescent Lodge: This awardwinning retreat is a comfortable and elegant place to stay where you will be surrounded by the beauty of Paradise Valley and nestled in a suite or cottage. All accommodations have private baths, telephone, climate control, and remote control television, and many come with a fireplace, whirlpool, and outdoor deck. The inn also features one of the finest restaurants in the mountains, with an extensive wine selection, colorful menu, daily specials, pub menu, and live piano music on weekends. Enjoy walking and fitness trails, and a nearby spa and casino! The Crescent Lodge is at Route 191 and Route 940 in Paradise Valley. Treat

yourself to a quality experience, to dine or to stay! Call 1-800-3929400 or (570) 595-7486, and visit www.crescentlodge.com.

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POCONO MANOR The Inn at Pocono Manor: Nestled at 1,800 feet atop the Pocono Mountains since 1902, this charming year-round 3000acre resort is your gateway to fun, nature and relaxation. Their midweek and weekend getaway plans include exceptional dining and accommodations, as well as 36 holes of championship golf, an 8,500 square foot full-service spa, lounge with entertainment, horseback riding, 2.5 miles of fly-fishing streams, sporting clays, indoor/ outdoor pools, hiking trails, and special events. The Inn at Pocono Manor is located just minutes from The Crossings Premium Outlets and Camelbeach Waterpark/Camelback Mountain Resort/CBK Mountain Adventures. The Inn is off Route

REEDERS Mountain Springs Lake Resort: Come to this quiet and secluded resort in Reeders for a vacation you’ll never forget! The fine pleasures of mountain living will be yours at Mountain Springs Lake, with its pristine 76-acre lake and elegant accommodations. Authentic log and cedar cottages nestled amongst the evergreens around the lake are complete with cozy fireplaces and full kitchens, tastefully located off Mountain Springs Drive via Route 715. Enjoy nature trails, X-C skiing, biking, skating, sledding, tennis, boating, and swimming, all on the premises. And even though the area surrounding the resort is both gorgeous and very private, it is only a short drive to shopping, dining, (Continued on Page 50)

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attractions, and nightlife. To learn more about a stay at Mountain Springs Lake or to make reservations, call (570) 629-0251 or 1-866-6290251; visit www.mslresort.com. SHAWNEE-ON-DELAWARE Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort: Discover this unique golf, ski, meeting, dining, and vacation destination on River Road. The resort is conveniently located 75 miles from New York City and 100 miles from Philadelphia in a scenic and secluded location in the Pocono Mountains. Set amidst the splendor of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, the resort offers an abundance of amenities including championship golf, approach course, golf academy, tennis, guided fishing, river trips, hiking, dining options, a playhouse theatre, and musical entertainment. The Inn has 80 hotel-style rooms, 2 cottages, and deluxe suites; all are 1st-class accommodations. Relax and unwind at Spa Shawnee! A smoke-free resort. Call (570) 4244000 or 1-800-SHAWNEE, and see www.shawneeinn.com.

SKYTOP Skytop Lodge: A refined resort for all seasons off Route 390. Enjoy the best of everything on the spectacular 5,500-acre setting. Affordable weekend and vacation plans feature superb dining and accommodations, championship golf, tennis, swimming pools, naturalist-guided tours, and much more. A Bed & Breakfast Plan is available midweek, and entertainment and themed weekends are scheduled. Skytop Lodge is known as one of the most highly regarded destinations in the Pocono Mountains region. For information or reservations, call (570) 595-7401 or 1-800-345-7759, and visit www.skytop.com. SOUTH STERLING French Manor Inn and Spa: One of the most serenely beautiful spots in the Pocono Mountains, the French Manor is a full-scale country inn manor modeled after an estate in the south of France. Gourmet French cuisine served nightly, a superb wine list, outdoor dining with spectacular views, and Hanna’s Café casual dining complement the majestic views of the surrounding mountains. Selected as one of the “Ten Best Inns in America” and

awarded a 4 Diamond rating by the AAA. Le Spa Forêt offers the best and most luxurious services available. Special packages and events are available; call now to reserve your accommodations! Phone (570) 676-3244 or 1-877-720-6095, and experience www.thefrenchmanor.com. STROUDSBURG Countryside Cottages: A small country resort, a perfect place to be if you want to spend some quiet time indoors or outdoors while on vacation. Equipped with log-burning fireplaces, cable TV, and all the comforts of home. The rustic, woodsy setting is just a short drive off Route 611 in Bartonsville. This ideal get-away is surrounded with busy Pocono activity, such as year-round adventure at nearby Camelback Mountain Resort, shopping attractions, fine dining, and a casino. Surround yourself with fun Pocono activity with a stay at Countryside Cottages. Turn onto Bartonsville Avenue at the traffic light on Route 611 in Bartonsville. Open all year, complete facilities. Call (570) 629-2131, and visit www.countrysidecottages.com!

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‘ROUND THE MOUNTAIN Live bait is best! If you plan to fish on any of the Poconos’ pristine streams and lakes, first visit Woehrle’s Bait Shop in Mount Pocono. They’re open every day from 7:00am to 5:00pm, offering anglers healthy live bait for all types of fishing. Choose from hellgramites, fat heads, leeches, night crawlers, minnows, red worms, giant mealworms, crickets, wax worms, and more. Gift certificates are available for your favorite angler! Woehrle’s is just off Route 940 at Park Avenue in Mount Pocono. To find out what’s working in the water today, call “The Poconos’ Most Complete Bait Shop” at (570) 839-7338, and visit www.woehrlesbaitshop.com. On Business Route 209 in Snydersville, S&S Speedways has indoor kart-racing with specially designed cars; test your skills on the fast indoor track, at speeds of up to 26mph. With the slipping, sliding, and over-steering characteristics of the karts, you’re as close as you can come to the real thing. Professional racecar drivers practice here in the off-season! A 4-point safety harness and side-impact bumpers keep you safe. Must be at least 54” tall. Hours are 5:00pm to 10:00pm on Thursdays and Fridays, 12:00pm to 10:00pm on Saturdays, 12:00pm until 9:00pm on Sundays, and 12:00pm to 5:00pm Monday through Wednesday. Reserve for private parties, special occasions, and league racing; be sure to ask about the Rookie Special. Snack bar and video arcade. Bring the display ad for a free race ticket! Call (570) 420-5500, and vroom to www.ssspeedways.com. Get close to the animals! There’s fun for all at Claws ‘N’ Paws Wild Animal Park. Strange and wonderful creatures are exhibited in natural settings; see lions, leopards, monkeys, alligators, beavers, bears, birds, and snakes. Stroll along tree lined paths observing wild animals in

natural enclosures. Touch and feed deer, lambs, fawns, and goats in the large walk-in petting zoo. Join a guide at the farmyard, where you’ll meet cows, ponies, piglets, chicks, ducks, and bunnies. See rare tigers! Critters like kinkajou, coati, binturong, and muntjac will amaze and delight you. Animal shows are performed daily. You’ll love the Feed-The-Parrots area and the Giraffe Feeding area. Go hunting for “dinosaur bones” in the Dinosaur Outpost/Dino Dig. Don’t miss the river otters, and check out Turtle Town! It’s just off Route 590, 4 miles east of Hamlin. Open daily from 10:00am to 6:00pm through late October. Call (570) 698-6154, use the display ad for a discount, and make tracks to www.clawsnpaws.com. The fun never ends at Costa’s Family Fun Park, located on Route 6, just 3 miles east of Lake Wallenpaupack. Race in a go-kart on a 1200-foot course, or hit a few balls at the 19tee driving range. Cool off on the bumper boats! The Kiddie Land area features tunnels, a sea of balls, and web ladders. Realistic Batting Cage Stadium; hit into an open field with a home run fence, dugouts, and more. Hardball and softball arm-action machines so pitches keep coming in right over the plate. Restaurant and arcade, hard and soft ice cream, plus 18 challenging holes of miniature golf. Let Costa’s host your next party! Open daily. Call (570) 226-8585, and check out www.costasfamilyfunpark.com.

For a day of wonder that all ages will love, visit Crystal Cave Park in scenic northern Berks County, a short drive from the Pocono Mountains. This tremendous cave system was discovered in 1871, and the Park has been giving tours of the tunnels and caverns for 140 consecutive seasons! Experience astonishing grottoes and chambers on a guided tour through this Jules Verne-esque underworld. Then, play miniature golf, visit the museum, or stroll along the nature trails in a comfortable, park-like setting. Head for the on-site food facilities, or make use of the picnic area. Crystal Cave is open daily; ask about special lantern tours! To find this underground adventure near Kutztown, travel south on Route 476 or Route 33 to Route 78 west to Exit 40; follow signs to 963 Crystal Cave Road. Phone (610) 683-6765, and explore www.crystalcavepa.com.

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passenger on the train, it will leave the Steamtown boarding platform in Scranton at 11:00am, with planned return arrival in Scranton at around 3:00pm. Light refreshments will be available in Tobyhanna. To find Steamtown in Scranton from I-81, use exit 185 (Central Scranton Expressway) and follow the signs to the main entrance at Lackawanna and Cliff avenues. For ticket reservations and further details, call (570) 340-5204, (570) 340-5200, or 888-693-9391. You may also log on to www.nps.gov/stea. August 27 – A wonderful program for the entire family, “King of the Butterflies - Monarchs” will be presented at 2:00pm at Lacawac Sanctuary, a 520-acre nature preserve on Lake Wallenpaupack. Since 1996, Ed Wesely has rescued Monarch butterfly eggs and caterpillars from threatened habitats, and with children as helpers, has nurtured and released over 5,000 adult Monarch butterflies. Learn about the Monarch life cycle, why it is threatened, and why certain shrubs such as milkweed are so highly valued by Monarchs and other beneficial insects. Join in on a field walk and help to investigate a nearby milkweed patch to look for and help tag Monarch migrants. The cost to attend is $7; children under 12 are free. Pre-registration is suggested. To register for the program, call the sanctuary at (570) 689-9494 or email info@lacawac.org. The 520-acre Lacawac Sanctuary is a non-profit nature preserve, research field station and historic site located on Lake Wallenpaupack. It is one of the few sites nationwide that is federally recognized as both a National Natural Landmark and is on the National Register of Historic Places. The sanctuary’s programs are open to the public and include environmental, historical and cultural offerings as well as three miles of hiking trails. Membership, directions, programs and other information

can be found at their website www.lacawac.org. August 27 – Bushkill Falls, “The Niagara of Pennsylvania,” is offering a unique Learn about Wildlife program for the entire family. A naturalist from the Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation Center will be there to present a fun and informative discussion about the wildlife of the Pocono Mountains. Exciting demonstrations with Live Birds & Animals will be held in the pavilion at 1:00pm and 2:00pm. Bushkill Falls is centered on eight roaring waterfalls and features miles of nature trails and picnic areas, plus paddle boats, miniature golf, fishing, exhibits, specialty shops and fun for all ages. The famous Pocono Mountain attraction is located off of Route 209 in Bushkill and it opens to the public every day at 9:00am through November 27. Call Bushkill Falls at (570) 588-6682 or see their website www.visitbushkillfalls.com. August 27 - The Jacob Stroud Corporation presents Music in the Park, a series of free concerts at the Dreibe Freight Station and adjoining McMichaels Park on Ann Street in Stroudsburg. Today’s concert will start at noon, featuring music by The Great Swamp Blues Band. Come enjoy an afternoon of music in the lovely park, nestled along the shores of the McMichaels Creek. For more information call (570) 424-0325 or log on to www.stroudsburg.net. August 27 – Do you know what to do if you flip your kayak? How do you get back in if you’re far from shore? Nescopeck State Park is offering Kayaking: Level Two, a kayaking program for participants who have previous paddling experience or who have already taken the Level One course. Level Two will focus on self-rescue and boat-over-boat rescue. Participants WILL be in the water for this course. Appropriate for ages 9 & up. The program will be offered at three times today: 9:30am to 10:30am, 11:00am to 12:00noon and 1:00pm until 2:00pm. Kayaking: Level Two is FREE however registration is required. Call the Nescopeck State Park Office at (570) 4032006 to register. Check out the

Pennsylvania State Parks website www.visitpaparks.com. August 27 – There’s going to be a Star Party from 9:00pm to 10:30pm at the Falls Pavilion at Promised Land State Park! Get hooked on the night sky when you join the Lackawanna Astronomical Society for a star party! This program will include a celestial slide show and telescope observations of the night sky (weather permitting) in the field near the Pavilion. Bring a blanket or camp chair. Flashlights are welcome, but they must be covered with red film. This free program is open to all ages. Meet at the Falls Pavilion by 9:00pm. For more information or to register, call Promised Land State Park at (570) 676-0567 or (570) 676-3428. Visit the Pennsylvania State Parks website www.visitpaparks.com. August 27 – Go along on a Tree Trek from 9:30 to 11:00am with staff from the Monroe County Environmental Education Center (MCEEC) near Bartonsville. Stretch your legs with Environmental Educator Jenifer Rituper as you trek up the Running Valley Ridge examining tree species and how they change from the wet bottom to the dry ridge top. Participants will learn how to use a “tree finder” to indentify trees. Dress for the weather and be prepared for a short but steep hike. The cost to attend is $5. To find the MCEEC from Interstate 80 (exit 302 from I-80 West or 302B from I-80 East), go north on Route 611, travel ½ mile to the next traffic light in Bartonsville, and turn left onto Rimrock Drive. Follow Rimrock for 0.4 mile, bear right onto N. Easton-Belmont Pike, go 0.2 mile, then bear right onto Running Valley Road. The Center is 0.7 mile on the left. Call the center at (570) 6293061 for more information or visit www.mcconservation.org. August 27 - The Friends of the Western Pocono Community Library will hold a Yard Sale at Back Door Books, located at the corner of Route 209 and Bond Lane in Brodheadsville. The Yard Sale will be open to the public from 10:00am to 4:00pm. Rain date is August 28. The library itself is located on Pilgrim (Continued on Page 54)

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Escape, Getaway to The Inn at Jim Thorpe Romance, wine, and a massage; everything you 2 need to feel the love! The Inn at Jim Thorpe offers a Romantic Couples Escape, including a 2-night stay, his and her Swedish massage, a bottle of wine, 2 souvenir wine glasses, dinner 1 night, and a delicious daily breakfast. Or, grab your BFF and book a Friends Spa Getaway! It includes a 2-night stay, custom spa package, daily breakfast, Saturday lunch and dinner, a bottle of wine, souvenir wine glasses, and special discounts in area shops! The Inn at Jim Thorpe, in the National Register Historic District, is a landmark of old-world charm and modern amenities featuring guest rooms, suites, and inhouse spa services. Quaint merchant businesses, antique stores, galleries, opera house, pubs, restaurants, music venues, and nature trails are at the Innâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s doorstep, 24 Broadway in Jim Thorpe. Phone 1-800-329-2599 for reservations, and discover more at www.innjt.net!

Bethel One-Room School Open House Step back in time during an Open House at the Bethel One-Room School from 1:00pm to 4:00pm on Sunday, August 28th. The Bethel School is nestled in the tranquil Berlin Township valley near Honesdale. Built circa 1870 and closed in 1951, it is a treasured reminder of early American classrooms and small country schools. Visualize what it was like, with 8 grades taught by 1 teacher, without electricity, running water, or indoor plumbing! Find this one-room school, fascinating for all ages, from Route 6 at Indian Orchard in Berlin Township. Take Route 652 east for a mile, turn right onto Bethel School Road, and travel a mile to the schoolhouse on the left. For more information about this free, interactive historical event, call the Wayne County Historical Society at (570) 2533240, and hearken back to www.waynehistorypa.org.

Come Paint with Me at Shawnee Come Paint with Me is a free, non-instructional program of outdoor painting and sketching sessions for adult and student artists. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re invited to attend on Thursday, September 1st at the Shawnee Inn on River Road in Shawnee-on-Delaware from 10:00am to 3:00pm; see www.shawneeinn.com. Artists are encouraged to paint at their own pace, in media of their choice. Many levels of expertise and variations in style and technique are represented! Take this opportunity to network with others, share common interests, and socialize over lunch break where informal critique is included. Restrooms are available, registration is not required, and sessions are held weatherpermitting. All artists are welcome, and are expected to bring their own materials and a picnic lunch. For more information, call Joan Polishook at (570) 775-6896, and view www.joanpolishook-art.com.

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Way in Brodheadsville. For more information and vendor applications call Barbara at (570) 992-9243. August 27 & 28 – The US Army Corps of Engineers has announced that this is the target date for a Recreational Dam Release Weekend on the Lehigh River, creating breathtaking whitewater conditions. By regulating the Francis Walter Dam near White Haven, the Corps plans to release hundreds of cubic feet per second of additional water into the Lehigh on Saturday & Sunday. Rafters, kayakers and other adventurous boaters anxiously await the dam release, and will flock to the river for a chance to ride whitewater. To arrange your Lehigh River rafting adventure, call Pocono Whitewater in Jim Thorpe at 1-800-WHITEWATER or call Whitewater Challengers in White Haven at 1-800-443-8554. Visit www.poconowhitewater.com and www.whitewaterchallengers.com. August 27 & 28 – The 25th annual Pocono State Craft Festival returns to Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm near Stroudsburg. Co-sponsored by the Pocono Arts Council and the Pocono Chapter of the PA Guild of Craftsmen, the event celebrates the heritage, beauty and quality of Pennsylvania crafts. Approximately 75 craftsmen will travel from all parts of Pennsylvania as well as New Jersey, Connecticut, Virginia, West Virginia and New York to attend the festival. Hand-made crafts featured will include pottery, jewelry, metal, toys, stained glass, wood, baskets, paper, leather, folk art, fine art, photography, and art-to-wear. Fascinating craft demonstrations will captivate patrons and bring to life the creative process. All craftsmen will be available to discuss their works and provide the opportunity to purchase unique, high-quality crafts. In addition, visitors will enjoy the beautiful surroundings and history of Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm. The farm buildings, animals and beautiful gardens will

be open to give visitors a taste of a by-gone era on a Pennsylvania Dutch farm. Patrons will also enjoy the bluegrass & gospel music of The Lost Ramblers and the Dixieland sounds of The Dixie Gents. There will be an interactive Children’s Area and festival foods will provide something for everyone. Festival hours are 10:00am to 6:00pm on Saturday and 10:00 to 5:00 on Sunday, rain or shine. Admission is $6 adults, children 12 and under free. There is ample free parking. Quiet Valley, the location of the Pocono State Craft Festival, is located 3½ miles south of Stroudsburg off of Business Route 209; follow signs. For more information and directions to the Pocono State Craft Festival, call (570) 476-4460 or log on to the show’s website at www.poconocrafts.com. The number at Quiet Valley is (570) 992-6161. August 27 & 28 – This weekend, PPL Corporation will offer Lake Wallenpaupack Dam and Power Plant Tours from 10:00am to 3:00pm on Saturday & Sunday! Not everyone has had a chance to walk across the Wallenpaupack Dam for a great view of the lake and the dry riverbed where the Wallenpaupack Creek once flowed. And a trip to the power plant along the Lackawaxen River is a rare treat, too. During this free tour, you will hear about the history surrounding the construction of PPL’s renewable energy plant and learn about the increase in energy demand since Lake Wallenpaupack began operating as a hydroelectric plant in the 1920’s. Make sure you stop in at the Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center either before or after your tour to see some displays of arrowheads, a dugout canoe and other local artifacts. Enjoy some refreshments provided by the Wallenpaupack Historical Society and see some historic photos depicting life from that era. For your safety, wear closed-toed shoes. Tours will run continuously from 10:00 to 3:00 and will be conducted rain or shine. Visitors will be greeted by a PPL escort and guided out onto the dam in small groups. For those who also wish to tour the power plant in Kimbles, bus

transportation will be provided. This event is not handicapped-accessible. Registration is not required. For more information, contact PPL at (570) 253-7076 or email mewelker@pplweb.com. Additional program details can be found at the website www.pplpreserves.com. August 28 – Now is the time to get outside and enjoy the last days of summer! Staff members at Nescopeck State Park invite you to join them on a Hike on the Wood Frog Trail from 2:00 until 3:30pm. Along the way you’ll learn about phenology, which is the study of the connection between climate and seasonal events and why it is important for us to monitor when plants bloom or birds nest. Meet at the Wood Frog Trail trailhead along Honey Hole Road by 2:00pm for this hike. The hike is FREE, however registration is required. Nescopeck State Park is located west of White Haven, near Drums. For further details or to register, call the Nescopeck State Park office at (570) 403-2006. Check out the Pennsylvania State Parks website www.visitpaparks.com. August 28 – Pocono Whitewater in Jim Thorpe invites you to join them for a Big Day Out on the Lehigh River. Bike, hike and raft with Pocono Whitewater all in one big day! Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included. It’s an awesome adventure for only $89.95 per person! For your reservations, call 1-800-WHITEWATER or visit www.poconowhitewater.com. August 28 – The Barrett Township Historical Society invites everyone to the Cresco Station Museum in Cresco to enjoy an afternoon of music by Kelly Planer & The Perks from 2:00 until 4:00pm. Admission is free to the public. In conjunction with the musical program, the museum will also host an Ice Cream Social from 1:00 to 4:00. The Cresco Station Museum is located on Sand Spring Road off Route 390 in Cresco (at the old Cresco Railroad Depot) and is administered by the Barrett Township Historical Society. For further details you may call the museum at (570) 5956157 or call Mickey at (570) 595-

This Week in the Poconos 55 2501. You may also visit the Barrett Township Historical Society at www.barretthistory.org. August 28 – Faith Lutheran Church of Blakeslee invites one and all to their Free Summer Community Concert, featuring the mountain sounds of Wayfarers & Company. This exciting group performs gospel music and oldtime songs on instruments such as guitars, dulcimers, fiddle, flute, mandolin, harp and banjo, as well as stirring a-cappella arrangements of traditional music. The concert will begin at 7:00pm in the comfort of the church’s Sanctuary. The public is cordially invited to attend. Faith Lutheran Church is located on Route 940, one mile east of Blakeslee Corners and about six miles west of Pocono Pines. You may call the church office at (570) 646-0309 or call (570) 643-6580 with questions. August 28 – The Presbyterian Church of the Mountain in Delaware Water Gap concludes its series of outdoor Summer Concerts at the Gazebo with Bonnie Childs and the Church of the Mountain Band. The concert will be held from 6:00pm to 7:30pm out on the lawn, so bring a blanket or lawn chair. If rain, the concert will be moved indoors. Refreshments will be available. The church is easy to find along Route 611 (Main Street) in Delaware Water Gap, and the concert is free to the public. For details on the concert, call (570) 992-3934. The number at the church is (570) 476-0345. www.churchofthemountain.org August 28 – There will be an Open House at the Bethel OneRoom School near Indian Orchard in Berlin Township from 1:00 until 4:00pm today. A special presentation relating to the school and local history will be offered at 2:00pm. To reach the Bethel One-Room School from Route 6 at Indian Orchard, take Route 652 east for one mile. Turn right on Bethel School Road and travel one mile to the schoolhouse on the left. For further details about this free event, call the Wayne County Historical Society at (570) 253-3240. www.waynehistorypa.org August 28 – An All-You-CanEat Blueberry Pancake Breakfast

will be served from 8:30 to 1:00 at the Blooming Grove Volunteer Fire Department on Route 739 in Lords Valley (one mile north of I-84). The cost is $7 per person. For more information call (570) 775-7355. August 29 – Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs in Wilkes-Barre celebrates Hot Summer Fun with an incredible star-studded line-up of summer acts. The concert series continues today with Tony Orlando. Tony Orlando became a superstar when he formed the pop group Dawn with Telma Hopkins and Joyce Vincent Wilson. They scored a long list of hits like “Tie a Yellow Ribbon (Round the Ole Oak Tree),” “Knock Three Times” and “Candida.” Throughout his career, Orlando has had a top-rated TV variety series which can be found in stores as a DVD collection. Orlando has had five #1 hits, sold millions of records and has even starred in a Broadway show. The show starts at 7:00pm and tickets are $25.00 for reserved seats, $15.00 general admission and can be purchased in-person from the Box Office located in the valet lobby or through all Ticketmaster outlets, including ticketmaster.com and by phone at 1-800-745-3000. Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs is home to 55,000 square feet of gaming space including 82 live table games, 2,300 slot machines and electronic table games, as well as a variety of dining and shopping options, nightlife, entertainment and

live harness racing eight months out of the year. Horse racing fans enjoy Live Harness Racing every Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday night from March 22 through November 12; post time is 6:30pm. Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs is located at 1280 Highway 315 in Wilkes-Barre and their phone number is 1-888WIN-IN-PA. Log on to their website www.mohegansunpocono.com to find out more! August 29 – Bushkill Falls, “The Niagara of Pennsylvania,” is proud to host Military Appreciation Day. All veterans and active duty service people receive free admission today with valid ID. Bushkill Falls is centered on eight roaring waterfalls and features miles of nature trails and picnic areas, plus paddle boats, miniature golf, fishing, exhibits, specialty shops and fun for all ages. The famous Pocono Mountain attraction is located off of Route 209 in Bushkill and it opens to the public every day at 9:00am through November 27. Call Bushkill Falls at (570) 588-6682 or visit their website www.visitbushkillfalls.com. August 30 – Karen Wood will give a special demonstration of Wheat Weaving as the Summer Highlights Program for the day at Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm near Stroudsburg. Wheat weaving as a craft is centuries old and was practiced in grain growing countries worldwide. It was a part of harvest (Continued on Page 56)

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rituals used to ensure a fruitful harvest. Early American settlers used wheat weaving as it is used today, for decorative purposes. Highlights are featured from 10:30am until 3:30pm at Quiet Valley in addition to the regular tour. Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm is a restored and working 19th century farm, complete with guides dressed in period clothing and lots of historic demonstrations. In addition to today’s program, a variety of early American skills are demonstrated daily. This non-profit, educational organization is located 3½ miles south of Stroudsburg off of Business Route 209; follow signs. Call Quiet Valley at (570) 992-6161 or log on to www.quietvalley.org to learn more. August 30 – Do you have spots on your tomatoes, a bug you can’t identify, or another lawn or garden question you can’t find the answer to? Well you’re in luck, because a Penn State Master Gardener will be at the Penn State Pike County Cooperative Extension office in Milford from 10:00am until noon to answer your gardening questions. And it’s free! Bring a sample, if possible, to the office at 514 Broad Street in Milford and speak with the Master Gardener. If you can’t make it on Tuesday morning, call the Extension office at (570) 296-3400 or email PikeExt@psu.edu with your questions and a Master Gardener will get back to you. Visit the website http://extension.psu.edu/pike. August 30 thru September 5 – Enjoy the fun of an old-fashioned country fair at the 94th Annual Greene-Dreher-Sterling Fair in Newfoundland! Ride the rides, pet the farm animals, win a stuffed toy or just sit and enjoy the sights, smells and sounds. Cheer at the demolition derby, tractor pull and truck pulls. Take a peek at Grandma’s blue ribbon apple pie or Grandpa’s prize winning pumpkin. Sample mouth-watering delights of all kinds sure to satisfy the taste buds. There’s entertainment for all:

live music from country to rock & roll, magic and comedy acts, clowns, and lots of competitions such as 4-H, fair queen, the baby pageant, a frog jumping contest, dog shows, horse shows, and more. Browse in the crafter tent, check out chainsaw carving demonstrations, even enter the Pie Eating Contest! Make a beeline to the GDS Fair at the fairgrounds on routes 191 and 507 in Newfoundland, nestled in the beautiful Northern Poconos. The pay-one-price admission includes unlimited rides on all the rides, admission to all exhibits, and admission to nearly all shows and arena events. For more details and schedules, call (570) 676-3925 or (570) 676-4047 or log on to www.gdsfair.com. August 31 – Whitewater Challengers in White Haven is offering Wet ‘N’ Wild Wednesday Rafting Adventures on the Lehigh River! Go wild on this rafting trip with a FREE water cannon provided by Whitewater Challengers. Sure you’ll be soaked, but so will your friends! Make your reservations today by calling Whitewater Challengers at 1-800-443-8554 and be sure to mention “This Week in the Poconos” when booking! Visit www.whitewaterchallengers.com for more great events all season long. August 31 – A Summer Bog Walk through the blooming Tannersville Cranberry Bog will be led by a naturalist from the Monroe County Environmental Education Center from 10:00am to 12:30pm. The bog is special as it is a northern boreal bog, which is very unique for this part of the country. Protected by The Nature Conservancy, the Tannersville bog is a National Natural Landmark. Signs of life will be everywhere as the group ventures into this unique wetland habitat, which includes many orchids and insect-eating plants! Access to the interior of the bog is substantial along a 1650’ “floating” boardwalk, making for spectacular photo opportunities. Highlights include viewing blooming plants such as marsh marigold, bog rosemary, bog laurel and many others. Meet

for the walk at the Environmental Education Center near Bartonsville. Pre-registration is required and the cost to attend is $5. Call the Monroe County Environmental Education Center at (570) 629-3061 to register. www.mcconservation.org September 1 – Celebrate Hot Summer Fun at Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs in Wilkes-Barre, where every Thursday through September 1 there’s a Party on the Patio from 6:00 to 11:00pm! The big party on the patio of the grandstand features area tribute bands as well as great food, drinks and karaoke. The featured band tonight is Garth Brooks tribute Fresh Horses. The Party on the Patio is free and open to guests 21 or older. Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs is located at 1280 Route 315 in Wilkes-Barre, where you can play all of your favorite table games and over 2,300 slots sizzle 24 hours a day, seven days a week! Horse racing fans enjoy Live Harness Racing every Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday; post time is 6:30pm. Call 1-888-WIN-IN-PA or (570) 8312100, or check out their website at www.mohegansunpocono.com to find out more! September 1 – “Come Paint with Me” is a free, non-instructional program of on-site outdoor painting & sketching sessions for adult and student artists. Artists will meet today from 10:00am until 3:00pm at the Shawnee Inn on River Road in Shawnee-on-Delaware. Artists are encouraged to paint outdoors at their own pace with mediums of their choice. Representing many levels of expertise and variations in style and technique, artists are offered the opportunity to network with others, share a common interest, and socialize over lunch break where informal critique is often included. Registration is not necessary to attend “Come Paint with Me” sessions. Artists are expected to meet at the various locations bringing their own materials. Be sure to pack a picnic lunch. Restrooms will be available. The sessions will be held weather permitting. For directions or more information, call Joan Polishook at (570) 775-6896 or visit www.joanpolishook-art.com.

This Week in the Poconos 57 All are welcome to join this free program! September 2 – It’s Stand-Up Comedy Night at Fernwood Hotel & Resort on Route 209 in Bushkill! Hosted by John Carfi and featuring some of the funniest comedians from HBO, Comedy Central, hotel casinos and comedy clubs across the nation, the fun starts at 10:00pm at Fernwood’s Wintergreens Patio Grill. Visit Fernwood for a memorable night of laughs for just $12 per person; must be 21 or over. Fernwood Hotel & Resort is a 440 acre, four-season resort located on Route 209 in Bushkill. For more information about Stand-Up Comedy Nights, call 1-888-FERNWOOD or log on to www.fernwoodhotel.com. September 2 – Cool cars, hot night! American Graffiti comes to Hawley during the Friday Night Car Cruise from 5:00pm to dusk. The Downtown Hawley Partnership (DHP) and the NEPA Coasters Car Club have teamed up to present

beautiful car classics, music and more in Hawley’s Bingham Park. After you stroll through some of Hawley’s inviting shops and eateries, put your blanket or lawn chair down in front the Bingham Park Bandstand for an evening of good music, classic cars and fun. No admission fee; the cruise and entertainment are free! Be sure to bring your lucky rabbit’s foot as there will be door prizes and raffles too! Refreshments will be available. To find out more about the Friday Night Car Cruise, call the Downtown Hawley Partnership at (570) 226-4064 or log on to www.visithawleypa.com. September 2 – The Settlers Inn at Bingham Park in Hawley will host a Wine Chat with the Wine Chick with resident Sommelier and wine professional Leslie Chappell-Britt. Every Friday at 5:00pm Leslie leads participants through the intriguing and not-so-mysterious world of wine with tastings, workshops and discussions. This will be an informal,

unassuming and entertaining hour to kick off your weekend! There is a $12 tasting fee. Space is limited; please RSVP. The Settlers Inn is located at 4 Main Avenue in Hawley, near Lake Wallenpaupack. Call the Inn with Wine Chat questions at (570) 226-2993 or toll-free 1-800833-8527. www.thesettlersinn.com September 2 thru 5 – Enjoy the last official weekend of summer with the “Labor Day” Theme Weekend at the historic Skytop Lodge in Skytop, PA. With the children getting ready to return to school, Skytop is the place to escape and enjoy the last few days of summer with your family. All of their summer sports and activities are still in full swing for you to experience and enjoy, including indoor and outdoor swimming, golf, tennis, biking, boating, fishing, rock climbing, paintball, geo-caching, 33 miles of hiking trails and more. For your reservations, call Skytop Lodge at 1-800-345-7759. See photos of (Continued on Page 58)

Learn About Wildlife and Military Appreciation Day Events at Bushkill Falls Bushkill Falls, centered on 8 roaring waterfalls, has been “the Niagara of Pennsylvania” since 1904! Walk pleasant trails with sturdy stairs and bridges. Free parking and a free picnic/grill area add to the affordable appeal. An open-air pavilion is available, plus a playground, paddleboats, mini-golf, fishing, wildlife exhibits, Fudge Kitchen, snack bar, and gift/souvenir shops. On Saturday, August 27th, a Learn about Wildlife program features naturalists from the Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation Center presenting live birds and animals at 1:00pm and 2:00pm. Bushkill Falls also hosts a Military Appreciation Day on Monday, August 29th; all active-duty military personnel receive free admission with their valid military ID. See how the Leni Lenape lived; step into a life-size longhouse in the Native American exhibit, look up through the smoke hole, and imagine cooking and sleeping there! This famous and popular attraction, off Route 209 in Bushkill, opens daily at 9:00am. Call (570) 588-6682, and see www.visitbushkillfalls.com.

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the breathtaking mountain estate at the website www.skytop.com. September 3 – StroudFest, an annual celebration of community spirit, will be held from 11:00am to 6:00pm on Main Street in charming Downtown Stroudsburg. The festival will include something for everyone, and admission & parking are free. Start the day with a 5k race in the morning, or sit back and enjoy the eclectic mix of music and dance at one of four live music stages. When you get hungry, visit one or more of the two dozen places to eat including specialty food vendors and local restaurants. Spend some time browsing amongst the hundreds of arts and crafts vendors and visit a few of the specialty shops in the Downtown district. Entertainers will be performing all day, and there will be face painting and fun & games for the kids! Bring the whole family and enjoy! To find out more, visit www.stroudfest.com or call Rich at (570) 420-2808. September 3 – Steamtown National Historic Site in nearby Downtown Scranton has scheduled a special Train Excursion to Moscow in the Pocono Mountains at 11:00am. Pulled by historic FP7 diesel locomotives, this 2-hour round-trip excursion will roll past historic buildings, through a tunnel, along a mountain stream, past two reservoirs and through beautiful Pocono Mountain woodlands. Travelers may purchase light refreshments at the restored 1904 train station in Moscow. Everyone is welcome to drive over to the station in Moscow to see the train when it arrives between 11:30 and 11:45. The train bound for Moscow will depart Scranton at 11:00am and will return at around 1:00pm. To find Steamtown in Scranton from I81, use exit 185 (Central Scranton Expressway) and follow the signs to the main entrance at Lackawanna and Cliff avenues. For ticket reservations and further details, call (570) 340-5204, (570) 340-

5200, or 888-693-9391 or log on to www.nps.gov/stea. September 3 – With autumn just around the corner, it’s a great time to go outside in the Poconos and take note of the changes taking place around you. Monarchs and birds are migrating; flowers and plants are going to seed, and mammals like groundhogs and squirrels are preparing for the cold winter months ahead. Join an easy hike through field and forest on the Farmstead Trail Hike from 10:00am to 11:30am at Nescopeck State Park. Long pants, sturdy shoes and water are recommended. Meet at the silo at the Farmstead Trail trailhead by 10:00am for this hike. The hike is free, however registration is required. Nescopeck State Park is located west of White Haven, near Drums. For further details or to register, call the Nescopeck State Park office at (570) 403-2006. Check out the Pennsylvania State Parks website www.visitpaparks.com. September 3 – Discover “Wild Pennsylvania” during a program being held from 7:45pm to 9:00pm at Hickory Run State Park. Mike Gadomski’s stunning photographs of Pennsylvania’s natural beauty have graced numerous magazine covers, and been the focus of calendars and even a coffee table book. In fact, Mike has recently completed a new book, “Wild Pennsylvania: A Celebration of Our State’s Natural Beauty,” which includes photos of natural splendor found throughout the state. He is currently working on an encore to this acclaimed publication. Tonight he will present a multimedia program using photographs that were taking during work on the first book. Samples of Mike’s works will be available, and he will be able to sign your copies of his work. The program will begin at 7:45pm at the Campground Amphitheater; in case of rain the program will be held in the Chapel located across from the Park Office on Route 534. This program is free to the public. Call the Hickory Run State Park office at (570) 443-0400 with any questions or visit the Pennsylvania State Parks website www.visitpaparks.com.

September 3 – There will be an Open House at the Old Stone Jail in Honesdale from 10:00am until 1:00pm today. No longer in use, the historic jail was built in 1859 and is located between the Wayne County Courthouse and 10th Street in Honesdale. The squat stone structure housed Wayne County’s miscreants until 1935. Constructed almost entirely of rough stone, its damp, gloomy interior has most often been compared to a dungeon. “Jailer” Dick Kreitner will be on hand to usher visitors into the 9’x12’ cells as he relates the history of the jail, including numerous jailbreaks and some of its more notorious occupants. The Old Stone Jail Open House is free to the public. For additional details, call the Wayne County Historical Society at (570) 253-3240 or visit their very interesting website at www.waynehistorypa.org. September 3 – Learn about Wildlife of the Poconos from 7:00pm to 8:15pm at the Falls Pavilion at Promised Land State Park. Come out to meet some of the furry, feathered and scaled creatures that may inhabit your backyard. Get up close to a skunk, a hawk and more! Learn how to thwart the sweet tooth of raccoons and bears and how to co-exist with the wildlife that shares your Pocono habitat. This program will be presented by the Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation Center. Registration is required. Be sure to bring a portable chair. This free program is great for all ages. Meet in the Day Use Picnic Area at the Falls Pavilion by 7:00pm. For more information, call Promised Land State Park at (570) 6760567 or (570) 676-3428. Visit the Pennsylvania State Parks website www.visitpaparks.com. September 3 – Members of the Pocono Outdoor Club invite you to join them for a Hike at the Lehigh Valley Nature Center in Slatington. Hike up grasslands to the Lehigh River then to Devil’s Pulpit and down the Appalachian Trail. Length of hike will be 5 or 9 miles. Meet at 9:00am at Cherry’s Restaurant at the intersection of routes 290 (Continued on Page 62)

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REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE Century 21 Select Group, Route 940 in Pocono Pines, and Route 940 in Pocono Lake at the Locust Lake Village entrance. Real estate sales and vacation rentals in Lake Naomi, Locust Lake, Timber Trails, and Pinecrest Lake. Call Pocono Pines at 1-800-588-1808 or (570) 646-3600, or Pocono Lake at 1-800588-2808 or (570) 646-8844; email info@C21PoconoPines.com. See www.c21PoconoPines.com. Lake Naomi Real Estate, Inc., at routes 940 and 423 in Pocono Pines. Lake Naomi/Timber Trails sales and vacation rentals are a specialty. Get a free Kids Fun Pack with off-season and winter rentals! Call 1-800-5371479 or (570) 646-2222, and see www.lakenaomi.com. Liberty Homes Custom Builders, Route 940 at Pocono Lake. Building vacation and year-round homes in the Pocono Mountains since 1979, Liberty Homes offers house/land packages.

Whether you’re starting a family or ready to retire, Liberty Homes can provide the home of your dreams. Call 866-4-YOUR-HOME or visit www.libertyhomespa.com. Pocono Resorts Realty, 3 Lake Harmony office locations: Route 940, Big Boulder Drive, and Jack Frost Entrance; as well as Route 903 in Albrightsville! Primary and vacation home sales, rentals, investment and commercial properties, lots, and acreage. 700+ rental homes! Call 1-800-444-3721 and see www.prr1.com.

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REAL ESTATE (Continued from Page 59) info@C21PoconoPines.com. See www.c21PoconoPines.com. Lake Naomi Real Estate, Inc., at routes 940 & 423 in Pocono Pines. Lake Naomi/Timber Trails sales and vacation rentals. Get a free Kids Fun Pack with off-season and winter rentals! Call 1-800-5371479 or (570) 646-2222, and see www.lakenaomi.com. Liberty Homes Custom Builders, Route 940 at Pocono Lake. Building vacation and year-round homes in the Pocono Mountains since 1979, Liberty Homes offers house/land packages. Whether you’re starting a family or ready to retire, Liberty Homes can provide the home of your dreams. Call 866-4-YOUR-HOME or visit www.libertyhomespa.com. Pocono Resorts Realty, 3 Lake Harmony locations; Route 940, Big Boulder Drive, Jack Frost Entrance, and Route 903 in Albrightsville! Primary and vacation home sales, rentals, investment and commercial properties, lots, and acreage. 700+ rental homes! Call 1-800-444-3721 and visit www.prr1.com. VACATION HOME/ COTTAGE RENTALS Century 21 Select Group, Route

940 in Pocono Pines, and Route 940 in Pocono Lake at the Locust Lake Village entrance. Real estate sales and vacation rentals in Lake Naomi, Locust Lake, Timber Trails, and Pinecrest Lake. Call Pocono Pines at 1-800-588-1808 or (570) 646-3600, or Pocono Lake at 1-800588-2808 or (570) 646-8844; email info@C21PoconoPines.com. See www.c21PoconoPines.com! Fernwood Resort, Route 209, Bushkill. Spacious villas, on-premises restaurants, fitness facility, winter sports, swimming, horseback riding. Call 1-888-FERNWOOD and see www.fernwoodhotel.com. Lake Naomi Real Estate, Inc., at routes 940 & 423 in Pocono Pines. Lake Naomi/Timber Trails sales and vacation rentals. Get a free Kids Fun Pack with off-season and winter rentals! Call 1-800-5371479 or (570) 646-2222, and see www.lakenaomi.com. Pocono Resorts Realty, 3 Lake Harmony locations; Route 940, Big Boulder Drive, Jack Frost Entrance, and Route 903 in Albrightsville! Primary and vacation home sales, rentals, investment and commercial properties, lots, and acreage. 700+ rental homes! Call 1-800-444-3721 and visit www.prr1.com.

BUILDERS, SERVICES NEW HOME CONSTRUCTION Gumble Brothers, Inc., with 2 locations! In Paupack, call (570) 226-4531; in Newfoundland, call (570) 676-3304. Visit www.gumblebrothers.com. Liberty Homes Custom Builders, Route 940 at Pocono Lake. Building vacation and year-round homes in the Pocono Mountains since 1979, Liberty Homes offers house/land packages. Whether you’re starting a family or ready to retire, Liberty Homes can provide the home of your dreams. Call 866-4-YOUR-HOME or visit www.libertyhomespa.com. Pocono Tile Works, expert custom tile design and installation. Marble also a specialty. See examples of their beautiful work at www.poconotileworks.com, or call (570) 460-6439 for your free quote! Fully insured, references available. The Service Team, routes 512 and 33 (487 E. Moorestown Road) in Wind Gap. Installation experts for roofing, siding, kitchens and baths, decks, insulation, flooring. Open daily. Phone (610) 377-8400. Vacation Home Signs, the website where creating your own decorative sign couldn’t be easier! You can customize a beautiful new sign for your primary residence or vacation home in just 3 easy steps. Call (267) 385-3320, email

The Master Gardener is IN! Do you have spots on your tomatoes, a pest you can’t identify, or another unsolved lawn and garden mystery? A Penn State Master Gardener will be at the Pike County Cooperative Extension office in Milford on Tuesday, August 30th! From 10:00am to 12:00pm, receive free advice and answers to your questions. If possible, bring a sample of your agrarian or horticultural dilemma to the office at 514 Broad Street, to meet a Master Gardener in person and show it to him/her. You may also call the Extension office at (570) 296-3400, email PikeExt@psu.edu, or plant yourself at http://pike.extension.psu.edu.

This Week in the Poconos 61 support@vacationhomesigns.com, and enjoy how it works at www.VacationHomeSigns.com. COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE Pocono Resorts Realty, 3 Lake Harmony locations; Route 940, Big Boulder Drive, Jack Frost Entrance, and Route 903 in Albrightsville! Investment and commercial properties, lots, acreage, primary and vacation home sales; 700+ rental homes! Experienced, knowledgeable staff. Call 1-800-444-3721 and see www.prr1.com. LANDSCAPE Ross & Ross Nursery, Inc., Route 191 in Paradise Valley. For all things green and blooming, since 1932! Stroll through landscape designs, exotic plants, garden gifts, pond supplies, and water plants, upon sturdy, attractive walkways and patios, which they also install. Nice old country things, as well as fresh, fragrant, tasty, healthy herbs at on-site Ross Herbs and Antiques. Open daily; phone (570) 595-9760. Vacation Home Signs, the website where creating your own decorative sign couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be easier! You can customize a beautiful new sign for your primary residence or vacation home in just 3 easy steps. Call (267) 385-3320, email support@vacationhomesigns.com, and enjoy how it works at www.VacationHomeSigns.com. HOME FURNISHINGS Also see Museums, Galleries, & Antiquity and Shopping Around. Ross & Ross Nursery, Inc., Route 191 in Paradise Valley. For all things green and blooming, since 1932! Stroll through landscape designs, exotic plants, garden gifts, pond supplies, and water plants, upon sturdy, attractive walkways and patios, which they also install. Nice old country things, as well as fresh, fragrant, tasty, healthy herbs at on-site Ross Herbs and Antiques. Open daily; phone (570) 595-9760. Teeterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Furniture, 327 Main Avenue, Hawley. Featuring fine furniture, bedding, carpet, and decor for your beautiful vacation or primary home. Excellent service, including delivery. Call (570) 226-3112; see www.teetersfurniture.com.

Vacation Home Signs, the website where creating your own decorative sign couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be easier! You can customize a beautiful new sign for your primary residence or vacation home in just 3 easy steps. Call (267) 385-3320, email support@vacationhomesigns.com, and enjoy how it works at www.VacationHomeSigns.com. BUILDING SUPPLIES Gumble Brothers, Inc., with 2 locations! In Paupack, call (570) 226-4531; in Newfoundland, call (570) 676-3304. Visit www.gumblebrothers.com. HOME EQUIPMENT RENTALS Gumble Brothers Ace Rental Center, Route 191, Newfoundland. Renting lawn and garden equipment, household and contractor tools. A Bobcat with various attachments is also available. Call (570) 676-3304. See www.gumblebrothers.com. CONSTRUCTION SERVICES Pocono Tile Works, expert custom tile design and installation. Marble

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and 534. Contact hike leader Bob Wacker at (570) 629-5293 for more information. The Pocono Outdoor Club is a friendly hiking group open to all individuals interested in exploring the trails of the Pocono Mountains. To learn more about the club and its outings in the wilds of the Poconos, contact today’s hike leader or check out www.poconooutdoorclub.org. September 3 – Pocono Greyhound Adoption will hold a Greyhound Meet & Greet during StroudFest on Main Street in Stroudsburg. Retired racing greyhounds and Pocono Greyhound Adoption spokespersons will be available to visit with festivalgoers and answer questions from 11:00am to 6:00pm. To learn more about adopting a greyhound, visit www.poconogreyhound.com or phone (570) 856-0377. September 3 & 4 – The aroma of garlic-y goodness will fill the Shawnee Valley over Labor Day weekend when the 17th Annual Pocono Garlic Festival returns to host site Shawnee Mountain Ski Area in Shawnee-onDelaware! Indulge all of your garlic fantasies at this legendary event, featuring flavorful foods liberally laced with Pocono-grown garlic plus a fantastic variety of entertainment. Presented by the Pocono Garlic Growers Association, this premier food festival and Pocono Mountain tradition offers a sampling of local farms, food vendors, wineries, eateries, crafters and entertainers. The Pocono Garlic Festival attracts as many as 25,000 people annually, and organizers say that this year’s event may be the largest in its history. Over 50 vendors will provide a wide range of foods, from simple to sophisticated and geared towards the “foodie” with discerning taste buds, while local artists and crafters exhibit a variety of hand crafted garlic-themed creations, from homemade wood items to garlic-themed pottery and paintings. Non-stop live music showcased on three stages, plus educational

demonstrations, novelty shows and plenty of children’s activities make this a great family event! Hours for the 17th Annual Pocono Garlic Festival are 10:00am to 6:00pm on Saturday and Sunday. Admission will be charged. Shawnee Mountain and the Pocono Garlic Festival are easy to find on Hollow Road in Shawneeon-Delaware, just off Interstate 80 exit 309. Call (570) 421-7231 or log on to www.shawneemt.com for more information. Check out www.poconogarlic.com too! September 3 & 4 – The US Army Corps of Engineers has announced that this is the target date for a Recreational Dam Release Weekend on the Lehigh River, creating breathtaking whitewater conditions. By regulating the Francis Walter Dam near White Haven, the Corps plans to release hundreds of cubic feet per second of additional water into the Lehigh on Saturday & Sunday. Rafters, kayakers and other adventurous boaters anxiously await the dam release, and will flock to the river for a chance to ride whitewater. To arrange your Lehigh River rafting adventure, call Pocono Whitewater in Jim Thorpe at 1-800-WHITEWATER or call Whitewater Challengers in White Haven at 1-800-443-8554. Visit www.poconowhitewater.com and www.whitewaterchallengers.com. September 3 thru 5 – The 36th annual La Festa Italiana returns to Courthouse Square in Downtown Scranton for Labor Day Weekend! This three-day festival is an endof-summer tradition that annually attracts thousands of visitors. Celebrate Italian-style with food, music and culture! More than sixty vendors will offer a wide variety of authentic Italian food and many displays, while continuous live entertainment will be featured. Hours for La Festa Italiana are 11:00am to 10:00pm on Saturday & Sunday and 11:00am to 9:00pm on Monday and admission is FREE. The annual Mass in Italian will be celebrated at 10:00am on Sunday, Sept. 4 in St. Peter’s Cathedral, located one block from the festival site. And don’t miss the big Fireworks Display that will be launched at 10:00pm on

Sunday night! For festival schedules, directions and other information, log on to www.lafestaitaliana.org or call (570) 348-4921 or (570) 344-6798. September 3 thru 5 – Enjoy Labor Day Weekend on Lake Wallenpaupack with Wallenpaupack Scenic Boat Tour. Take advantage of the last few days of summer with your family while you sit back and relax on an hour-long cruise on Lake Wallenpaupack. Your tour guide will describe the area and the history behind this beautiful lake. Wallenpaupack Scenic Boat Tour is located at 2487 Route 6 in Hawley, close to the intersection of Route 6 and Route 507. For tour times and reservations, call (570) 226-3293 or log on to www.wallenpaupackboattour.com. September 3 thru 5 – Don’t miss the Pandora Jewelry Special at American Candle on Route 611 in Bartonsville! All customers will receive a free Pandora Clasp Bracelet (a $65 value) with the purchase of $100 or more of Pandora Jewelry; good while supplies last, limit one per customer. More than just great candles, American Candle is easy to find on Route 611 in Bartonsville via Interstate 80 exit 302. Call (570) 629-3388 or visit www.american-candle.com to reserve your pieces or to find out more about the Pandora Jewelry Special. Be sure to check them out on Facebook. September 4 – Go on an exciting Geocaching Hike from 1:00 to 3:00pm at Hickory Run State Park! Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunting game played throughout the world by adventure seekers equipped with GPS devices. The basic idea is to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, outdoors and then share your experiences online. Join other geocachers in search of caches on local trails while learning about the trail’s plants and animals along the way. Meet by 1:00pm at the Hickory Run State Park Office. Wear comfortable hiking shoes and bring plenty of water for this easy 2.5-mile hike. Hikers must bring their own GPS units and know how to use them. If you have participated in the park’s Introduction to Geocaching

This Week in the Poconos 63 program, you may borrow a park GPS for the hike; call (570) 4430400 to arrange. This program is free to the public. Call the Hickory Run State Park office at (570) 4430400 with any questions or visit the Pennsylvania State Parks website www.visitpaparks.com. September 4 – Pocono Whitewater in Jim Thorpe offers a river experience unlike any other: Moonlight Rafting on the Lehigh! Take off at sundown to explore the nightlife under a summer moon, as glow sticks dance around you like fireflies. Sharpen other senses as light gives way to sound and motion. A friendly guide will accompany you to help navigate through the moon-lit rapids and keep your raft on course. After your journey get cozy by the bonfire, roast some marshmallows, enjoy cheese, crackers, and a glass or two of wine compliments of your hosts. Explore the night and experience the Lehigh River in a whole new way! Cost is $89.95 per person, which includes in-raft river guide, après party (beer, wine, cheese, crackers, marshmallows, etc.), all paddling equipment, wetsuits or paddling jackets if needed, roaring bon fire, and glow necklaces. Private moonlight dates are also available to groups when scheduled in advance. Pocono Whitewater and Skirmish Paintball have been in business since 1976 and are recognized as industry leaders in outdoor recreation and paintball. Pocono Whitewater offers mild to wild whitewater rafting and kayaking trips, family trips, and scenic rail-biking excursions to suit everyone’s needs. Skirmish USA features adrenaline-filled paintball action on 50 playing fields amid 700 acres of top-notch Pocono terrain. For your Moonlight Rafting reservations, call Pocono Whitewater at 1-800-WHITEWATER or click on www.poconowhitewater.com. September 4 – Celebrate Hot Summer Fun at Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs in Wilkes-Barre with a Party on the Patio from 6:00 to 11:00pm! The big party on the patio of the grandstand features area tribute bands as well as great food, drinks and karaoke. The featured

band tonight is Michael Jackson tribute Who’s Bad. The Party on the Patio is free and open to guests 21 or older. Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs is located at 1280 Route 315 in Wilkes-Barre, where you can play all of your favorite table games and over 2,300 slots sizzle 24 hours a day, seven days a week! Horse racing fans enjoy Live Harness Racing every Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday; post time is 6:30pm. Call 1-888-WIN-IN-PA or (570) 8312100, or check out their website at www.mohegansunpocono.com to find out more! September 4 – Steamtown National Historic Site in nearby Downtown Scranton has scheduled a special Steam Train Excursion to Moscow in the Pocono Mountains at 11:00am. This 2-hour roundtrip excursion will roll past historic buildings, through a tunnel, along a mountain stream, past two reservoirs and through beautiful Pocono Mountain woodlands. Travelers may purchase light refreshments at the restored 1904 train station in Moscow. Everyone is welcome to drive over to the station in Moscow to see the steam train when it arrives between 11:30 and 11:45.

The train bound for Moscow will depart Scranton at 11:00am and will return at around 1:00pm. To find Steamtown in Scranton from I81, use exit 185 (Central Scranton Expressway) and follow the signs to the main entrance at Lackawanna and Cliff avenues. For ticket reservations and further details, call (570) 340-5204, (570) 3405200, or 888-693-9391 or log on to www.nps.gov/stea. September 4 – Go for an Interpretive Hike on the Little Falls Trail from 2:00 until 3:00pm at Promised Land State Park. Celebrate the onset of fall and join the Park Naturalist for a one-mile loop hike on this beautiful trail. Stop to search for critters along the way and pause to identify wildflowers. Bring water and wear sturdy footgear (no flip flops). This hike is open to all ages, but children under 6 may have trouble in spots. Meet for the hike by 2:00pm at the Little Falls Parking Area (off of Lower Lake Road). For more information or to register, call Promised Land State Park at (570) 676-0567 or (570) 676-3428. Visit the Pennsylvania State Parks website www.visitpaparks.com.

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