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Waverly Antiques Show and Sale The Final Waverly Antiques Show and Sale will take place at the Waverly Community House on Saturday, September 15 and Sunday, September 16. The show, known as the premier showcase for exhibitors in fine antiques and collectibles, will feature displays and representatives from some of the region’s most esteemed dealerships. Guests can browse beautiful glassware from Anne’s Treasures, vintage jewelry from Antique & Estate Jewelry, furniture from Bittersweet Antiques, rare books and prints from The Serious Collector and much more. Visitors will also have the opportunity to participate in a Historic Walking Tour with Waverly resident and historian, Robert Jaeger. The tour will focus on the Waverly Historic District with the Waverly Community House as its center. Jaeger will discuss the early settlers of Waverly Township and the important role that Waverly and surrounding towns played in the Underground Railroad. The tour will begin with a brief film in the Scout Room at the Waverly Community House at 2:30 p.m., with the walk immediately following, rain or shine. The Historic Walking Tour is available at no cost to Antiques Show guests. Show hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, call (570) 5868191 or visit www.waverlycomm.org.
Autumn in the Poconos Saturday, September 22 is the first day of fall, the Autumnal Equinox. Autumn is a special time in the Poconos, a time when the lush green landscape transforms into a beautiful backdrop of fiery foliage. Because the four-county region encompasses more than 2,000 square miles of vegetation, three distinct color zones emerge with varying peak periods. The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau maintains a 24-hour Fall Foliage Hotline during September and October to help spectators learn when, where and how to see the most beautiful autumn foliage. Information can be obtained by calling (570) 421-5565. The Pocono Mountains region hosts a variety of autumn celebrations each year. Savor the harvest season with an outdoor Wine Dinner at a farm-to-table restaurant, stop by an exciting Oktoberfest event, or enjoy a memorable day of rustic apple butter-making. See our Coming Events column on page 6 of this issue for a complete list of autumn activities in the Poconos.
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Waverly Antiques Show and Sale .................................................................... 2 Autumn in the Poconos ................................................................................... 3 Take a Ride on the Water Gap Trolley! ........................................................... 4 Country Kettle................................................................................................. 13 Settlers Inn Hosts Equinox Dinner ................................................................ 15 September 29 is National Public Lands Day ................................................ 23 Tree ID and Trail Walks at Grey Towers ....................................................... 24 Apple Butter-Making Day at Bushkill Falls ................................................... 25 Ironman 70.3 and Finish Line Festival ......................................................... 27 Shawnee Mountain Hosts Rodeo & Chili Cook-Off.................................... 31 COMING EVENTS CALENDAR ..... 6 POCONO MAP .......................16 ART & HISTORY ......................26 REAL ESTATE ...........................24 DINING .................................14 SHOPPING ............................10 ENTERTAINMENT ....................27 SPAS & SALONS ......................25 LODGING ..............................28 SPORTS ................................18
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Take a Ride on the WATER GAP TROLLEY ! Experience the Delaware Water Gap like never before with a tour on an authentically styled, all-weather trolley! Water Gap Trolley, located on Route 611 in Delaware Water Gap, offers daily narrated tours that highlight the region’s environmental and cultural landmarks.
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Learn about Native Americans and early settlers of the Delaware Water Gap and feel the constant cool breeze of the “Cold Air Cave.” See celebrity homes and search for the legendary “Indian Head” in the mountain. Stop for photos along the scenic Delaware River, and find out what makes the historic Shawnee Church unique. Discover Water Gap land marks like the Castle Inn and the Dutot Museum, and don’t miss the Point of the Gap! After the tour, enjoy a round of miniature golf or a trip to Cody’s Gift Shop! Water Gap Trolley is open rain or shine seven days a week and offers multiple daily tours through November. Trolley tours last approximately one hour. Tickets cost $9.50 for adults and $4 for children ages 3 to 11. Groups of any size are welcome. Reservations are suggested. Trolleys are also available for private events. Water Gap Trolley is a pet-friendly destination. Visit www.watergaptrolley.com for more information, or call (800) 275-1242.
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Information is subject to change. Now thru September 16: Pandora Bracelet Event, American Candle, Route 611, Bartonsville, www.american-candle.com, (570) 629-3388. Buy $100 in Pandora
jewelry and get a sterling silver Pandora clasp bracelet free! Now thru End of Golf Season: Fall Golf Fridays, Fernwood Resort, 5785 Milford Road, Bushkill, (888) 337-6966, www. fernwoodgolfcourse.com. $24. Rates are per-person and include 18 holes with a cart. Advance tee-times required. Now thru End of Golf Season: Wednesday Ladies Golf Special, Fernwood Resort, 5785 Milford Road, Bushkill/East Stroudsburg, (888) 337-6966, www.fernwoodgolfcourse.com. Ladies golf for $25 per person (18 holes, cart, green fees) on Wednesdays (non-holidays). Now thru October 31: “Elegant Corrosion” Photography Exhibit by renowned photographer Colin Winterbottom, Steamtown National Historic Site, 150 South Washington Avenue, Scranton, (570) 340-5200. Using macrophotography camera lenses, Mr. Winterbottom has enlarged the smallest details in the decay to the point of abstraction. Now thru mid-December, Free Pottery-Making Demonstrations, Holley Ross Pottery, Route 191, LaAnna, (570) 676-3248,
www.holleyross.com. 11 a.m. Monday through Friday. See all of the steps involved in making beautiful pottery, from mixing the clay to the finished product! September 14 thru 16: PA Oktoberfest, Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, 1280 Highway 315, Wilkes-Barre, www.mohegansunpocono.com, (888) WIN-INPA. Featuring over 50,000 square feet of tents on the track, bigger bars and more than 50 beer selections. Entertainment includes a full lineup of German and Austrian musicians with Romy, John Stanky & The Coalminers, and Joe Stanky & The Cadets. Tickets cost $5 per day or $10 for the weekend. Tickets are available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office. Festival hours are 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. September 15: Harvest Festival, Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC), 538 Emery Road, Dingmans Ferry, (570) 828-2319, www.peec.org. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $5 per car. Celebrate fall at PEEC’s second annual Harvest Festival! Highlights include arts and crafts, conservation exhibits, live music,
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local food and hands-on learning stations. September 15: Wayne County Wine and Cheese Festival, Wayne County Fairgrounds, Route 191 north of Honesdale, www. upstatewinecountry.com, (570) 8365253. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Featuring tastings from area wineries including Blue Mountain Vineyards & Cellars, Capra Collina Winery, Sorrenti’s Cherry Valley Vineyards and more! Live entertainment includes music from DelRain and the High Falls Duo. Enjoy delicious food, arts and crafts and more! Tickets cost $15 in advance and $25 at the gate. Designated drivers and guests under 21 years of age are admitted for $5. Rain or shine. September 15: Tree Identification and Trail Walk, Grey Towers National Historic Site, 151 Grey Towers Drive, Milford, www.greytowers.org, (570) 2969630. 1:30 p.m. Gifford and Cornelia Pinchot planted more than 100 trees on the property of Grey Towers. Learn about some of the more unique trees and why they were chosen. Program features the new Grey Towers Tree Trail and Guide. Reservations suggested; regular tour fees apply. September 15: Cigar Dinner, JCI and Barley Creek Brewing Company, Sullivan Trail, Tannersville, (570) 629-9399, www.barleycreek.com. Visit JCI on Route 611 in Tannersville any time between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., and then head to Barley Creek’s Pint Size Park for a Prime Rib Dinner! Tickets are $15 and include dinner, a cigar and a beer. Space is limited. Reserve your spot today! September 15: Kettle Creek’s Critters, Monroe County Environmental Education Center (MCEEC), 8050 Running Valley Road, Bartonsville, (570) 6293061, www.mcconservation.org. 10 a.m. Bring the whole family for a guided walk and seek out creatures large and small. Cost: $5/$3. September 15: Music of the Civil War, The Calder Museum and Gift (Continued on Page 8)
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Coming Events (Continued from Page 7)
Shop, Pine Mill Road, Equinunk, (570) 224-6722. 1 p.m. Join musical theater performer Ken Parks as he presents Music of the Civil War, part of his Historic Notes series. Doors open at noon. This event is free. September 15: Monroe Farmers’ Market, Ann Street, Stroudsburg, (570) 420-0559, www. monroefarmersmarket.com. 8 a.m. to noon. Join local farmers and vendors near the American Ribbon Factory as they offer locally grown produce, fresh baked breads, jams, syrups, hand-roasted coffee, homemade pasta, fine wines, handmade soaps and more. September 15: Ross Township Community Day, VanBuskirkHaney Community Park, Anchorage Road, Saylorsburg, (570) 992-9733. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Find out about community organizations such as the Pocono Family YMCA,
West End Ambulance, The United Way, The Animal Welfare Society of Monroe (A.W.S.O.M.), Pocono Greyhound, Boy and Girl Scout groups and much more. Enjoy live music and displays from local crafters. September 15 & 16: The Final Waverly Antiques Show & Sale, Waverly Community House, N. Abington Road, (570) 586-8191, waverlycomm.org. For the past 68 years, the show and sale has been the premiere showcase for exhibitors in fine antique furniture, vintage jewelry and collectibles in the Abington area. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. September 20: Sustainable Landscape Bus Tour, Nescopeck State Park, 1137 Honey Hole Road, Drums, (570) 825-1701. Learn how to manage your land in an environmentally-friendly way. The bus tour will highlight seven sites throughout Luzerne County that showcase eco-friendly management techniques. Meet at Kirby Park
Natural Area at 9 a.m. $30 participation fee includes tour, lunch and informational booklet. Call to register. Sponsorships available. September 21: BookHouse presents Matthew Fishteyn, Edinger Community Room, Hughes Building, Eastern Monroe Public Library, 1002 North 9th Street, Stroudsburg, www.monroepl.org/ bookhouse.html, (570) 421-0800. 7 p.m. See talented young musician Matthew Fishteyn perform at a free interactive concert. Donations appreciated. September 21: Autumnal Equinox Wine Dinner, The Settlers Inn, 4 Main Avenue, Hawley, (570) 2262993, www.thesetlersinn.com. 6:30 p.m. Enjoy a gourmet meal made from locally-harvested ingredients. Dinner will be paired with a Sommelier’s choice of wines from the Pacific Northwest and served outdoors on the deck. Cost: $95 per guest. September 22: Introduction to Fishing, Pocono Environmental
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homemade pasta, fine wines, handmade soaps and more. September 22: Pocono Township Community Day, Pocono Township Fire Hall / Grounds, Route 611,
Tannersville, www.poconotownship. org, (570) 629-2620. Noon to 5 p.m. A community event featuring fun and educational activities for all ages. Discover community (Continued on Page 29)
September 22: Fall Migration Bird Walk, Monroe County Environmental Education Center (MCEEC), 8050 Running Valley Road, Bartonsville, (570) 6293061, www.mcconservation.org. 10 a.m. Join Environmental Educator Brian Hardiman on an exploration of Kettle Creek’s trails and habitats. Search for warblers, songbirds, raptors and other species. Cost: $5/$3. September 22: Monroe Farmers’ Market, Ann Street, Stroudsburg, (570) 420-0559, www. monroefarmersmarket.com. 8 a.m. to noon. Join local farmers and vendors near the American Ribbon Factory as they offer locally grown produce, fresh baked breads, jams, syrups, hand-roasted coffee,
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Shopping
American Candle, Route 611, Bartonsville, exit 302 off I-80, (570) 629-3388, american-candle.com. More than candles—candy, women’s accessories, jewelry, collectibles, home décor and gifts. Swarovski, Jim Shore, Dansko. Open daily.
Cooks Tour, Route 390, Mountainhome, (570) 595-0370, cookstournepa.com. Unique cookware you won’t find in big box stores. Cannoli molds, pizza/bread stones, Spaetzle makers. Cooking classes and senior citizens’ discounts. Open daily.
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Country Junction, 6565 Interchange Road, Route 209, Lehighton, (610) 377-5050, countryjunction. com. “World’s Largest General Store.” Home/garden accents, giftware, wines, antiques and novelties. Service Team installs flooring, windows, doors, gutters, garages, siding, fencing and insulation; lumber yard. Open daily. Country Kettle, Business Route 209, Marshalls Creek, (570) 421-8970, country-kettle.com. 250 barrels of candy. Collectibles, candles, home and yard décor, giftware. John Medeiros, Lenox, Charming Tails. Open daily. Dutch’s Shur Save—1564 Route 507, Greentown, (570) 676-3373. A complete supermarket with convenience, variety and great service. Glass Hat, Route 191 in Hamlin, (570) 689-4060, wpsada.com. Glassware, antique oak and country furniture, collectibles, estate jewelry, pottery, kitchenware and Don’t Miss . . .
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FAMOUS BRAND NAMES INCLUDE: Scanpan Ceramic Titanium Cookware, Cuisinart, Waring and Chef’s Choice Appliances, Henckels, Wusthoff, Zyliss, Peugeot Peppermills, Le Creuset, Microplane, Kaiser Bakeware, Caspari, and a complete array of gadgets, cookware and bakeware for people whose passion is cooking!
BRIDAL REGISTRY AVAILABLE IN ADDITION , WE HAVE THESE OTHER GOODIES: Heavy Bakeware • Fondue Sets • Pasta, Ravioli Machines • Cannoli Molds Pizza/Bread Stones • Spaetzle Machines • Barbeque Equipment • Woks Cake Decorating Supplies • Pot Racks • Decorative Molds • Cookie Cutters Aprons • Wine Accessories • Marble Rolling Pins • Steamers Quiche Pans • Flans • Rosettes
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Depression Glass, Pottery, Tea Cups & Saucers, Teapots, Tea Things, Christmas Room, Estate Jewelry plus many Surprises!
HOURS: Monday - Saturday 10am to 5:30pm, Sunday 11am to 3pm
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Holley Ross Pottery, Route 191, La Anna, (570) 676-3248, holleyross. com. Pottery showroom, gift shop and studio producing original works, including Weeping Gold Pottery. Up to 70% off Fiesta ware, China sets, dolls and planters. Call for hours. (Continued on Page 12)
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OVER 100 Barrels of Licorice, Gummies, Hard Candies, Chocolates & More!
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Shopping (Continued ntinued from Page 11) Hutton Metalcrafts, Route 940, Pocono Pines, (570) 646-7778, copperlamps.com. Unique handcrafted metal works, copper lanterns and sculptures, fine pewter and custom ornaments. Oil paintings on glass. Call for hours. Miss Elly’s Antiques & Such, 518 Church Street off Main Avenue, Hawley, (570) 226-7513, missellysantiques.com. Furniture, glass, pottery, paintings, prints, vintage clothing and textiles. Imported foods.
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Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, Highway 315, Wilkes-Barre, (570) 831-2100, mohegansunpocono. com. Specialty shops include Ruby Blue, Crossing Vineyards Wine & Cheese and Marshall Rousso. One Stop Travel, Pocono Peddlers Village, Tannersville, (570) 6201200, onestoptravelagency.net. Bus trips from the Poconos and beyond to cultural and natural hotspots. Reservations required.
Pocono Cheesecake Factory, Route 611, Swiftwater, (570) 839-6844, poconocheesecake.com. “Love at First Bite.� Open Bite ’ S inc daily from 10 a.m. e 19 to 6 p.m. 8
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Pocono Tile Works, (570) 460-6439, PoconoTileWorks. com. Expert custom tile design and installation. Fully insured. References available.
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Potting Shed, Settler’s Inn, 4 Main Avenue in Hawley. (570) 226-2993, (800) 833-8527, thesettlersinn.com. Ecofriendly products, jewelry, stationery, gardening tools and pottery.
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Route 209, East Stroudsburg, (570) 420-9948. Designer apparel, accessories, shoes, bags, furniture and artwork. Starting Gate Action Sports, Route 209, Bushkill, (570) 588-4807, startinggateonline.com. Burton, Salomon, K2, Volcom, O’Neill, Bonfire, North Face. Equipment also for rent. Tannery Depot, Route 534 and Lehigh Tannery Bridge, White Haven, (570) 606-4325, tannerydepot.com. General store—groceries, camping equipment, firewood, fishing supplies. Coffee, free WiFi and bike rentals. Open 7 days/week. Teeters’ Furniture, Main Avenue, Hawley, (570) 226-3112, teetersfurniture.com. Since 1849, Teeters’ has been selling the finest furniture. Delivery and set-up available. The Briar Patch, 239 Pine Grove Road, Thornhurst, (570) 842-807, briarpatchthornhurst.com. “A Christmas Shop in the Country Spirit.� Open Saturdays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays noon to 4 p.m. Theo B. Price Inc. Country Store, Route 390, Cresco, (570) 5952501, theobprice.com. Handicrafts, seasonings, gourmet coffee and cheese, animal feed, folk art, hardware, lumber and building materials.
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Country Kettle Looking for truly unique shopping experience? Look no further than Country Kettle in Marshalls Creek! Country Kettle offers visitors the variety of a large shopping destination with the character and customer service of a charming boutique. The renowned retailer is open year-round and staffed with friendly, knowledgeable professionals to help guests get the most out of each shopping experience. Country Kettle offers a large selection of beautiful collectibles including Lenox Classics, Disney Classics, Willow Tree Angels, Snowbabies and more. The home decor section presents unique tapestries and wall hangings crafted by manual weavers and woodworkers, and the jewelry department sparkles with precious creations from Swarovski, Annaleece and John Medeiros. The store also features a large selection of candles, gifts and seasonal accents. Home to hundreds of barrels of sweets and treats, Country Kettle’s candy shop is a popular stop in the Poconos. The shop offers everything from delicious Pocono Mountain fudge to rare, “old fashioned candy at old fashioned prices.” Enjoy sugar-free selections, generous samples and much more.
Country Kettle is located minutes off Interstate 80 on Milford Road near East Stroudsburg. Hours of operation are from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. For more information, call (877) 553-8853 or visit www.country-kettle.com.
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Tannersville, (570) 629-9399, barleycreek.com. Pocono’s b l k original brewpub and restaurant. Handcrafted ales and lagers. Free brewery tours and beer tasting. Bear Creek Inne, Route 115, Bear Creek, (570) 472-9045, bearcreekinne.com. Great food, great prices since 1972. Crescent Lodge & Country Inn, Routes 191 & 940, Paradise Valley, (570) 595-7486, (800) 392-9400, crescentlodge.com. Fine dining plus cocktail lounge with pub menu. Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Resort & Restaurant, 205 Route 507, Hawley, (570) 226-4388, ehrhardts.com. On Lake Wallenpaupack. Classic American cuisine and gluten-free selections. Fernwood Hotel & Resort, Route 209, Bushkill, (570) 588-9500, fernwood.co. Mama Bella’s Tuscan Grille, sports pub, Pizza Hut and
Scoops. Wintergreen’s Bar and Grilll overlooks the lake and golf course. Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, Highway 315, Wilkes-Barre, (888) 946-4672, poconodowns.com. Ruth’s Chris Steak House, the Mediterranean Rustic Kitchen, Timbers Buffet, casual and cool Bar Louie, Sushi bar Pearl, Johnny Rockets, Wolfgang Puck and more. River Room, Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort, Shawnee-on-Delaware, (570) 424-4000, shawneeinn.com. Fine dining with spectacular views. Skytop Lodge, Route 390, Skytop, (570) 595-7401, (800) 345-7759, skytop.com. Lakeview Restaurant, featuring nouveau American cuisine with panoramic mountain and lake views, and The Windsor Dining Room. A Wine Spectator Magazine award-winner. Split Rock Golf Club, 100 Moseywood Road, Lake Harmony, (570) 722-9111, splitrockresort.com. Italian restaurants, sports bar with pub food and more. The French Manor Inn and Spa, off Route 191, 8 miles south of I-84 Exit 20, South Sterling, (570) 676-3244, (877) 720-6095, thefrenchmanor. com. Gourmet French cuisine, superb wine list and spectacular mountain views. Gluten-free breads and pancakes available. Fourdiamond AAA rating.
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15 The Gem and Keystone, River Road, located next to Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort, Shawnee-on-Delaware, (570) 424-0990, GemAndKeystone. com. Home of ShawneeCraft microbrewery artisanal whole-food beer. The Inn at Pocono Manor, Routes 314 & 940, Pocono Manor, (570) 839-7111, poconomanor.com. American cuisine with a continental flair.
The Settlers Inn at Bingham Park, 4 Main Avenue, Hawley, (570) 226-2993, (800) 833-8527, thesettlersinn.com. Award-winning farm to table restaurant serving seasonal game and fish with locally grown produce, artisan breads and desserts. Four-diamond AAA rating.
King,” Jubilee serves up breakfast daily from 7 a.m. until 3 p.m. Lunch/ dinner menu. Adjoining Pub in the Pines.
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Settlers Inn Hosts Equinox Dinner Celebrate the beauty of fall in the Poconos with a carefully-crafted meal at the Settlers Inn at Bingham Park. The restaurant offers an Autumnal Equinox Wine Dinner on September 21 at 6:30. The gourmet meal, prepared with the bounty of local harvests, is served on the deck alongside beautiful fall foliage views and paired with the sommelier’s choice of fine wines from the Pacific Northwest. The cost is $95 per person; reservations are suggested. The Settlers Inn offers comfortable, casual dining in the Poconos. Seasonal menus ensure that the innovative cuisine is prepared with the freshest and healthiest local ingredients. Gather at this chef-owned, farm-totable restaurant and delight in the pleasure of food. The Settlers Inn is located at 4 Main Avenue in Hawley. For more information, visit www.thesettlersinn.com, or call (570) 226-2993.
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BAIT & TACKLE Tannery Depot General Store, RR 78, corner of Route 534 & Tannery Bridge, White Haven, (570) 606-4325, (800) 745-0742, tannerydepot.com. Woehrle’s Bait Shop, Rt. 940 at Park Avenue in Mount Pocono, (570) 839-7338, woehrlesbaitshop. com. Live bait for all seasons. Celebrating over 3 decades in business, this complete bait shop is open every day, all year. BOATING Rubber Duckie Boat Rentals, Junction of Routes 507 & 390, Lake Wallenpaupack, Tafton, (570) 2263930, rubberduckieboatrentals. com. Pontoon, fishing, pleasure and ski boats, 3-person jet skis. Wallenpaupack Scenic Boat Tour, 2487 Route 6 near Route 507, Hawley, (570) 226-3293, wallenpaupackboattour.com. One-hour cruises on Lake
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Wallenpaupack with tour guides. Available through Labor Day. Private tours available. CAMPING Adventure Sports, Route 209, Marshalls Creek (2 miles north of I-80 off exit 309), (570) 223-0505, (800) 487-2628, adventuresport. com. Trips in Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.
Kittatinny Canoes, Dingmans Ferry Base, 2130 Route 739, Dingmans Ferry on the Delaware River, (800) 356-2852, kittatinny.com. Trips in Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and other spots. CANOES & KAYAKS Kittatinny Canoes, Dingmans Ferry Base, 2130 Route 739, Dingmans Ferry on the Delaware River, (800) 356-2852, kittatinny.com. CLIMBING The Adventure Center at Skytop Lodge, Route 390 and Dutch Hill Road, Skytop, (570) 595-8988; skytop.com. Outdoor 30’ climbing wall; 8 stations, from beginner to expert. CBK Mountain Adventures, Camelback Mountain Resort, Tannersville, (570) 629-1661, cbkmountainadventures.com. Treetop obstacle courses, mountain segways, zip lines, off-road adventure rides.
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19 FISH AND PAY LAKES Big Brown Fish and Pay Lakes, Route 115, North Effort, (570) 6290427, bigbrownfish.com. Three ponds filled with trout and bass. No license required. Equipment rentals and bait available. Picnic table, park benches and pavilion for your convenience. Paradise Fishing Preserve, Cresco, (570) 629-0422, paradisetrout. com. Two lakes filled with bass and trout. No license required. All equipment/bait available.
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The Inn at Pocono Manor, Route 314, Pocono Manor, (570) 8393908, poconomanor.com. Two courses designed by elite golf course architects. (Continued on Page 20)
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Pinecrest Drive, Pocono Pines, (570) 646-4444, www.pinecrestlakeclub.com.
The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort, One River Road, 124 Shawnee Inn Drive, Shawnee-on-Delaware, (800) 742-9633, shawneeinn.com. Legendary, historic course. Skytop Lodge, One Skytop, Skytop, (570) 595-8988, skytop.com.
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S & S Speedways Indoor Go-Karts, Business Route 209 in Snydersville, (570) 420-5500; ssspeedways. com. High-powered carts; real track racing. Must be at least 54” tall. Use the display ad in this magazine for a Free Race. MOUNTAIN BIKING The Adventure Center at Skytop Lodge, Skytop, (570) 595-8988; skytop.com. Pocono Bike Rentals at the Tannery Depot, RR 78, corner of Route 534 & Tannery Bridge, White Haven, (800) 745-0742, poconobikerentals.com. Pocono Whitewater, Route 903 near Jim Thorpe, (570) 325-9226, poconowhitewater.com. Whitewater Challengers, Lehigh Adventure Center, 288 North Stagecoach Rd., Weatherly, (800) 443-8554, whitewaterchallengers.com.
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21 MOUNTAIN SEGWAYS CBK Mountain Adventures, Camelback Mountain Resort, Tannersville, (570) 629-1661, cbkmountainadventures.com. Fernwood Resort, Route 209, Bushkill, (888) 337-6966; fernwood.co. MOUNTAIN COASTERS CBK Mountain Adventures, Camelback Mountain Resort,
Tannersville, (570) 629-1661, cbkmountainadventures.com. The area’s only Mountain Coaster. Driver-controlled and capable of speeds up to 30 MPH. PAINTBALL The Adventure Center at Skytop Lodge, One Skytop, Skytop, (570) 595-8988, skytop.com. Fernwood Resort, Route 209, Bushkill, (888) 337-6966, fernwood.co.
PLAY PARKS Bushkill Falls, Route 209, Bushkill, (570) 588-6682, to visitbushkillfalls. com. Centered around eight tumbling waterfalls; the “Niagara of Pennsylvania.� SPORTING CLAYS The Rod & Gun Club at Pocono Manor, Route 314, Pocono Manor, (570) 839-3908, poconomanor.com. (Continued on Page 22)
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The Orvis Shop at Skytop Lodge, One Skytop, Skytop, (570) 5958929, (570) 595-7401, skytop.com. SPORTS EQUIPMENT Adventure Sports, Route 209, Marshalls Creek, (570) 223-0505, (800) 487-2628 adventuresport.com.
Region Fitness. Rentals include complementary helmet, lock and removable basket. TRAIN RIDES Steamtown National Historic Site, Scranton, I-81 exit 185 (Central Scranton Expressway), left at light to Lackawanna Avenue, follow signs to Steamtown, (570) 3405200, (888) 693-9391, nps.gov/stea.
Starting Gate Action Sports, Rt. 209 in Bushkill, adjacent to Pocono Indian Museum, (570) 588-4807, startinggateonline.com.
Tobyhanna Train Station & Museum, Route 423 in Tobyhanna, (570) 894-3338.
Tannery Depot General Store, Route 534 and Tannery Road, (570) 606-4325.
Water Gap Trolley, Route 611, Delaware Water Gap, (570) 476-9766, watergaptrolley.com. Authentically styled all-weather trolleys offering tours of Delaware Water Gap. Guides describe history and points of interest. Open 7 days/week from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Hawley Bike Share Program: www.visithawleypa.com. Men’s and women’s rentals available at AM Skier Insurance, The Settlers Inn, the Ledges Hotel and Lake
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September 29 is National Public Lands Day With 117 State Parks and three Conservation Areas, Pennsylvania’s State Park System is among largest in the country. Many of the Commonwealth’s beautiful public parks are located right here in the Poconos, and offer recreation and education opportunities to locals and visitors alike. Once a year, the parks receive special attention during a nationwide volunteer initiative known as National Public Lands Day. This year, National Public Lands Day (NPLD) falls on Saturday, September 29. National Public Lands Day began in 1994 and has grown to become our Nation’s largest single-day volunteer event for public lands. Last year, more than 170,000 volunteers helped improve public sites across the United States. The initiative also supports the Let’s Move Outside program by providing unique opportunities for kids to be active outdoors. Fee free days at National Historic Sites and volunteer programs at local parks provide great opportunities for people of all ages to get active and enjoy Pennsylvania’s public lands.
FEE FREE DAY Many National Parks and Historic Sites recognize National Public Lands Day as a fee free day. Two of our region’s popular Historic Sites will offer free admission on September 29.
Grey Towers National Historic Site
The Grey Towers National Historic Site in Milford invites everyone to celebrate the Pinchot family’s gift of Grey Towers to the American public with a ffee ffree d day!! LLearn about Gifford Pinchot’s conservation efforts and explore the chateauesque mansion his family called home. Guests are encouraged to tour the historic dwelling and view the video of President John F. Kennedy’s 1963 dedication of Grey Towers for free! Activities take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit www.greytowers.org for more information.
Steamtown National Historic Site
The Steamto Steamtown National Historic Site in Scranton will also host a fee free day in celebration of National Public Lands Day. Visitors will have access tto th the railroad yard, the History & h Technology Museums, the theater, the Roundhouse and all of the walking tours. The site is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit www.nps.gov/stea or call (570) 340-5204.
GET INVOLVED! Two of Northeast Pennsylvania’s scenic public parks will host clean-ups on National Public Lands Day. Volunteers at the Nescopeck State Park will participate in a program called Helping Hands for America’s Lands from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, September 29. Volunteers can help with landscaping and litter removal, or work to improve the park’s nature classroom. Volunteers at Wayne County’s Varden Conservation Area will also lend Helping Hands to America’s Lands through weeding, brush cutting and other maintenance work. Participants meet at Tannery Road Access Education Pavilion at 9 a.m. and work until noon.
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Interested in joining the cause? More information regarding these and other beautification initiatives for National Public Lands Day can be found at www.publiclandsday.org. Pennsylvania pa park information can be obtained at www.dcnr.state www.dcnr.state.pa.us.
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Real Estate
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PROPERTIES FOR SALE & VACATION RENTALS Beaver Mountain, (800) 233-2770, BeaverMtn.com. Log and cedar home builders.
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Lake Naomi Real Estate, Inc., Route 940, Pocono Pines, (800) 537-1479, (570) 646-2222, lakenaomi.com. Specializing in Lake Naomi/Timber Trails sales and vacation rentals. Liberty Homes, Route 940, Pocono Lake, (570) 646-4600, libertyhomesPA.com. Quality Pocono building since 1978. Luxury living made affordable.
Pocono Builders Association, 745 Main Street, Ste. 203, Stroudsburg. (570) 421-9009, www.poconobuilders.org. Pocono Tile Works, (570) 4606439, poconotileworks.com. Exceptional custom tile design and installation. Fully insured; references available. The Service Team, 487 E. Moorestown Road, Wind Gap, (610) 377-8400. Installation of roofing, siding, kitchens, baths, decks, insulation and flooring.
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Tree ID and Trail Walks at Grey Towers The Grey Towers National Historic Site will host Tree ID and Trail Walks on Saturday, September 15 at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. The 90-minute walks will be lead by members of the US Forest Service and feature information on the many native and planted trees that have shaded the estate since the 1900s. Gifford and Cornelia Pinchot planted more than 100 trees on the property after it was clear-cut at the turn of the century. Participants will learn about some of the more unique trees and how the estate now serves as a living example of conservation and resource management. The new Grey Towers Tree and Trail Guide will be shared during the programs. Each walk is limited to 20 participants and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged. Regular tour fees of $6 for adults, $5 for seniors and $3 for youth will apply. Walk participants have the option of touring the mansion at half price before or after the programs. Tours will take place rain or shine. For more information, call (570) 296-9630, or e-mail greytowers@fs.fed.us.
Spas & Salons Fernwood ood Resort Spa, 5785 Milford Road, Bushkill, (888) 337-6966, fernwood.co. Le Spa Forêt at The French Manor Inn and Spa, 50 Huntingdon Drive, South Sterling, (877) 720-6090, thefrenchmanor.com. Santosha on the Ridge, 121 Santosha Lane, Shawnee-onDelaware, (570) 476-0203; santoshaontheridge.com.
(570) 839-0140, laurelspaatpoconomanor.com. The Skyview Spa at Skytop Lodge, Route 390, Skytop, (570) 595-8968; skyviewspaatskytoplodge.com. The Spa at Mount Airy, 44 Woodland Road, Mt. Pocono, (570) 243-5230; thespaatmountairy.com. Treatments
Spa Shawnee at Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort, 124 Shawnee Inn Drive, Shawnee-on-Delaware, (570) 424-4000, spashawnee.com. 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. The Laurel Spa at the Inn at Pocono Manor, Route 314, One Manor Drive, Pocono Manor,
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Apple Butter-Making at Bushkill Falls Saturday, September 22 is Apple ButterMaking Day at Bushkill Falls! Stop by the “Niagara of Pennsylvania” and experience the day-long process of reducing apples down to rich apple butter. Although the brew begins cooking before the gates open, guests are welcome at 9 a.m., and are encouraged to take turns stirring the sweet concoction in the copper kettle. Enjoy some entertainment while the butter comes together. Representatives from the Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation Center will host wildlife demonstrations in the pavilion at 1 p.m. and 2 p.m., and The Lost Ramblers will play bluegrass music from noon to 4 p.m. The apple butter should be ready to taste and take home by mid-afternoon. The event and use of the picnic areas are free; fees apply to other park activities. Bushkill Falls, known as the “Niagara of Pennsylvania,” is comprised of eight magnificent waterfalls and a series of bridges and hiking paths. The property also offers fishing, paddleboats, miniature golf, educational exhibits and specialty shops. The park, located off of Route 209 in Bushkill, opens daily at 9 a.m. For more information, call (888) 287-4545 or go to www.visitbushkillfalls.com.
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Art & History
ANTOINE DUTOT MUSEUM & GALLERY, Main Street (Route 611), Delaware Water Gap, (570) 476-4240, dutotmuseum.com. Art gallery and local history museum. Hours: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., Sat. & Sun, Memorial Day to Columbus Day. ARTSPACE GALLERY, 18 North 7th Street, Stroudsburg, (570) 476-4460, poconoarts.org/ artspace. Fine art gallery benefiting the Pocono Arts Council and participating artists. Mediums include oil, photography, acrylics, water color, pottery, batik and more. COLUMNS MUSEUM, 608 Broad Street, Milford, (570) 296-8126, pikecountyhistoricalsociety.org. 1904 Greek Revival mansion featuring the Lincoln Flag. COOLBAUGH TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION MUSEUM, 5550 Memorial Boulevard (Route 611), Tobyhanna, (570) 894-4207, (570) 839-7306, coolbaughtwp.org. Ice harvesting,
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military history, photo collection and artifacts. CRESCO STATION MUSEUM, Sand Spring Road off Route 390, Cresco Railroad Depot, (570) 5956157, barretthistory.org. Antiques, war memorabilia, displays and historical artifacts. Art shows and music programs. Open Sundays 1 to 4 p.m. DORFLINGER GLASS MUSEUM, Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary, Long Ridge Road, White Mills, (570) 253-1185, dorflinger. org. Art glass objects and artifacts of local glassmaker. ECKLEY MINERS’ VILLAGE, 2 Eckley Main Street, Weatherly, (570)636-2070, eckleyminersvillagemuseum.com. Former anthracite mining community founded in 1854; now a living museum. Open year-round. GREY TOWERS NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE, 151 Grey Towers Drive, Milford, (570) 296-9630, greytowers.org. A French chateau built in 1886 and set on 303 acres of gardens. Museum and conference center. Open May 26 thru Oct. 31. MADELON POWERS ART GALLERY, East Stroudsburg University, Fine and Performing Arts Center, Normal and Marguerite Streets, East Stroudsburg, (570) 422-3483, esu.edu. Fine art exhibits. MAUCH CHUNK MUSEUM & CULTURAL CENTER,
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Jim Thorpe, (570) 325-9190, mauchchunkmuseum.com. Preserving history and culture of Jim Thorpe, formerly known as Mauch Chunk. OLD JAIL MUSEUM, 128 W. Broadway, Jim Thorpe, (570) 325-5259. Infamous site of the execution of the Molly Maguires; reportedly haunted. POCONO INDIAN MUSEUM, Route 209, Bushkill, (570) 5889338; poconoindianmuseum.com. Artifacts and crafts of Delaware River Native Americans. QUIET VALLEY LIVING HISTORICAL FARM, 347 Quiet Valley Road Stroudsburg, (570) 992-6161, quietvalley.org. Dedicated to preserving PA’s agricultural heritage. Period-dressed “family” members re-enact the lives of original PA German family who ran the farm from 1760 to 1913. SCULPTED ICE WORKS ICE HARVESTING MUSEUM, Route 590, Lakeville, (570) 226-6246, sculptediceworks.com. Open daily. STEAMTOWN NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE, 150 S. Washington Avenue, Scranton, (570) 340-5200, nps.gov/stea/index.htm. Living history and special exhibits; train excursions. STROUD MANSION & LIBRARY, 900 Main Street, Stroudsburg, (570) 421-7703, monroehistorical.org. Stately mansion built in 1795 housing Monroe County artifacts and exhibits. TOBYHANNA TRAIN STATION & MUSEUM, Route 423, Tobyhanna, (570) 894-3338. Open seasonally and for special events. Rail videos, model trains, memorabilia, railroad art and souvenirs. By donation. ZANE GREY MUSEUM, Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River, 274 River Road, Lackawaxen, (570) 685-4871. Poconos home of renowned author/chronicler of American West.
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Entertainment Information is subject to change. COVE HAVEN, Lake Wallenpaupack, (800) 432-9932, covepoconoresorts.com. September 23: Comedian Billy Gardell from the hit TV show “Mike and Molly.” EHRHARDT’S RESORT & RESTAURANT, Route 507, Hawley, (570) 226-4388, ehrhardts.com. Live music on Fridays. September 7: Abbey Road. September 14: 30 Pack Lite. September 21: Burden on Society. FERNWOOD HOTEL & RESORT, Route 209, Bushkill, (570) 588-9500, fernwood.co. Live music in the Trolley Stop Pub and Astor Room. October 19 thru 21: Elvis Festival. MAUCH CHUNK OPERA HOUSE, Jim Thorpe, (570) 325-0249, mauchchunkoperahouse.com. An ideal venue for live music. September 15: Real DiamondThe Tribute to Neil Diamond. September 22: Enter the Haggis. MOHEGAN SUN AT POCONO DOWNS, Highway 315, WilkesBarre, (570) 831-2100. Marko Marcinko Trio Jazz Band, Friday and Saturday nights at Ruth’s Chris Steak House. September 14 thru 16: Oktoberfest featuring live entertainment by Romy and others. Thursdays thru November: Karaoke
in Breakers Lounge featuring weekly top prizes of $250. MOUNT AIRY CASINO, 44 Woodland Road, Mount Pocono, (866) 468-7619, mountairycasino. com. September 22: Sandra Bernhard. October 6: Michael Feinstein. October 20: Stylistics. PENN’S PEAK, 325 Maury Road, Jim Thorpe, (866) 605-7325, pennspeak.com. Top PA venue for live music. September 21: The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band. September 28: Rubix Kube. October 5: Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone. SHAWNEE INN AND GOLF RESORT, Shawnee-on-Delaware, (570) 424-4000, (800) 742-9633. Legendary songstress Flo Powell appears on Fri. and Sat. nights at the River Room. September 22 & 23: Rodeo & Chili Cook-Off. October 6 and 7: Autumn Timber Festival. THE SHAWNEE PLAYHOUSE, 552 River Road, Shawnee-onDelaware, (570) 421-5093, theshawneeplayhouse.com. Affordable world-class theater presenting classical and new plays, musicals, operas, concerts and Shakespeare. Sept. 7-16: An Evening with Lucille Fletcher presented by Center Stage Players. Tickets: $18 adults, $15 seniors, $10 children. Now through Oct. 21: Deathtrap: A Thriller in Two
27 Acts presented by Center Stage Players. Tickets: $28 adults, $25 seniors, $15 children. Now through December 29: Story Time S.T.A.R.S. on Stage. Children will love seeing their favorite characters and stories come alive. Tickets: $5. September 21 thru October 21: Neil Simon’s California Suite, a “comic masterpiece” set in Suite 203-204 of the posh Beverly Hills Hotel. Tickets: $28 adults, $25 seniors, $15 children. THE SHERMAN THEATER, 524 Main Street, Stroudsburg, (570) 420-2808, shermantheater.com. September 28: Keller Williams. September 30: Ironman 70.3 Finish Line Festival, Downtown Stroudsburg.
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Ironman 70.3 and Finish Line Festival
Visit beautiful Downtown Stroudsburg on Sunday, September 30 and cheer on the Ironman triathletes as they cross the finish line on Main Street. Athletes from all over the world come to the Pocono Mountains to compete in the Ironman 70.3 Pocono Mountains race. Two thousand Iron men and women compete in a 1.3 mile swim, a 56 mile bike ride and a 13.1 mile run through the region.
The Finish Line Festival begins as the athletes round out the last leg of the race on Main Street. The annual community celebration kicks off at 11 a.m. and features great food and drinks, live music on the Oktoberfest stage, arts and craft displays and more fun for the whole family. Admission and parking for the event are free. After the festival, stop in to some of Downtown Stroudsburg’s many locally-owned shops, galleries and eateries. For more information, visit www.shermantheater.com or call (570) 420-2808.
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Fernwood Resort, 5785 Milford Road, Bushkill, (888) 337-6966, fernwood.co. Luxury hotel rooms and villas. French Manor Inn and Spa, 50 Huntingdon Drive, South Sterling, (877) 720-6090, thefrenchmanor.com. Mountaintop Lodge, 2137 Route 940, Pocono Pines, (570) 646-6636, mountaintoplodge.com. Bed & breakfast with rooms, suites, lofts and cabins. Rate includes activities at Lake Naomi and exclusive luxury club. Santosha on the Ridge, 121 Santosha Lane, Shawnee-onDelaware, (570) 476-0203; santoshaontheridge.com. BedandBreakfast.com award winner. Paradisiacal setting a mere 72 miles from Manhattan. Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort, 124 Shawnee Inn Drive, Shawneeon-Delaware, (570) 424-4000, shawneeinn.com. Luxury resort set amid the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Skytop Lodge, off Route 390, Skytop, (570) 595-7401, (800) 3457759, skytop.com. Refined resort in a majestic 5,500-acre setting. Split Rock Resort, 1 Lake Drive, Lake Harmony, (800) 255-7625, splitrockresort.com. Villas, cottages, deluxe suites and lodge. The Inn at Pocono Manor, Route 314, One Manor Drive, Pocono Manor, (570) 839-7111, (800) 233-8150, poconomanor.com. A coveted destination since 1902. The Settlers Inn at Bingham Park, Route 6, Hawley, (570) 226-2993, (800) 833-8527, thesettlersinn.com. Artfully restored 1927 craftsmanstyle hotel.
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Countryside yside Cottages, 2863 Bartonsville Avenue, Stroudsburg, (570) 629-2131, countrysidecottages.com. Small rustic resort; rooms with fireplaces. Crescent Lodge, 5854 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco, (570) 5957486, crescentlodge.com. Awardwinning retreat with lodge and A
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organizations such as the Boy and Girl Scouts, Central Pocono Ambulance, Pocono Township Volunteer Fire Co., Monroe County 911, Pocono Greyhound Adoption, car clubs and more! Enjoy food, drinks, door prizes and raffles. Admission and parking for this event are free. September 22 & 23: Motorcycle Extravaganza, Split Rock Resort, 100 Moseywood Road, Lake Harmony, (570) 722-9111. This event, featuring live headline entertainment, contests and competitions, demos and displays, auctions and much more, is a rockin’ way to spend a weekend. Parking is free and proceeds benefit Disabled American Vets, P.A.N.D.A.S Network. Special room rates are available for Extravaganza guests. Visit www.splitrockresort.
com/upcoming_events.asp for more information. September 22 & 23: Rodeo & Chili Cook-Off, Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, Hollow Road, Shawnee on Delaware. (570) 421-7231, www. shawneemt.com.11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Rodeo at 2 p.m. A thrilling experience featuring professional cowboys, live country music, line dancing, great chili and more! Advance tickets available at discounted rate. Rodeo spectators are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs. September 23: Nancy and Spencer Reed Jazz Duo, Pocono Mountain Summer Concert Series, Faith Lutheran Church, Route 940, Blakeslee, (570) 643-6580. 7 p.m. The Summer Concert Series concludes with a free performance by the area’s most sought-after jazz duo. September 26: Public Bog Walk, Monroe County Environmental Education Center (MCEEC), 8050 Running Valley Road, Bartonsville,
(570) 629-3061, www. mcconservation.org. 1 p.m. Walks last approximately 2 and 1/2 hours and explore the floating boardwalk and surrounding areas. Preregistration required. Cost $5/$3. September 29: “Fork & The Cork” Wine and Food Tasting, Mount Airy Casino Resort, 312 Woodland Road, Mount Pocono, (877) 6824791, www.mountairycasino. com. 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Now in its sixth year, the Fork & The Cork continues to stand out as Northeast Pennsylvania’s premier wine and food-tasting event. Tickets are $55 per person or $100 per pair. Hot air balloon rides will be available from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tickets, $15 per guest, will be available at the event. September 29: National Public Lands Day, Helping Hands for America’s Lands, Nescopeck State Park, 1137 Honey Hole Road, Drums, (570) 402-2006. 9 a.m. to noon. Nescopeck State Park will hold a work day to help with landscaping, trail trimming, litter (Continued on Page 30)
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removal and more. National Public Lands Day is the nation’s largest single-day volunteer event for public lands. Registration is required, call to confirm. September 29: Fee Free Day for National Public Lands Day, Grey Towers National Historic Site, 151 Grey Towers Drive, Milford, www. greytowers.org, (570) 296-9630. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Celebrate the Pinchot family’s gift of Grey Towers to the American public with a fee free day. Tour the mansion for free and view the video of President John F. Kennedy’s 1963 dedication of Grey Towers. September 29: Fee Free Day for National Public Lands Day, Steamtown National Historic
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Site, South Washington Ave, Scranton. (570) 340-5204, www. nps.gov/stea. The Steamtown National Historic Site offers free access to the Park grounds, museums and scheduled walking tours in celebration of National Public Lands Day. September 29: Monroe-Carbon Autumn Art Show, Jackson Township Volunteer Firehouse, Route 715, Reeders, poconoarts@ yahoo.com, (570) 325-9804. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Featuring various pieces from members of the Pocono Mountains Art Group and the Carbon County Art League. Free parking and admission. Refreshments courtesy of the Jackson Township Volunteer Firehouse Ladies Auxiliary. September 30: Ironman 70.3 Finish Line Festival, Main Street, Downtown Stroudsburg, www.stroudsburg. net, www.ironmanpoconomtns. com, (570) 420-2808. Visit beautiful Downtown Stroudsburg on Sunday, September 30 and watch the amazing Ironman tri-athletes cross the finish line. Celebrate at the Finish Line Festival, an annual community event that lines the streets and sidewalks with food, art and craft vendors. Sample some great beer, visit the shops and restaurants or cheer on the athletes. Free parking and admission all day. Activities begin at 11 a.m. October 6: PAWS in the Park Autumn Dog Walk, Tobyhanna State Park, Tobyhanna, (570) 350-8798, info@ poconoanimalwelfaresociety. org. Join PAWS (with or without a canine friend) for a walk on the lovely trails of Tobyhanna State Park. Walker registration is from 9 to 10 a.m. Other activities include a Blessing of the Pets and a Birds of Prey demonstration courtesy of the Delaware Valley Raptor Center. This rain or shine event will feature refreshments and prizes. Donations appreciated. E-mail for more information. October 6 & 7: 38th Annual Harvest Festival, Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet
Valley Road, Stroudsburg, www. quietvalley.org, (570) 992-6161. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This year’s theme is “Going Green - Past and Present.” Learn about past practices of reusing and repurposing through demonstrations and discussions. The festival will also feature great food, crafts, entertainment and children’s activities. Rain or shine. Cost: $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 3-12. October 7: First Annual Pocono Cupcake Challenge, The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort, 1 River Road, Shawnee-on-Delaware, www. ShawneeInn.com, (570) 424-4050. Don’t miss this sweet event on the Grand Lawn of the resort! All proceeds will benefit the United Way of Monroe County. Judges include four winners from the hit TV show Cupcake Wars, and bakers from A Cupcake Wonderland in Philadelphia and House of Cupcakes Bakery in Princeton, N.J. The registration deadline for participants is September 21, 2012. Admission to this event is free, but donations are required to receive cupcakes and a voting ballot. Weekends September 29 thru October 28: The Great Pocono Pumpkin Festival, Country Junction, 6565 Interchange Road, Lehighton, (610) 377-5050, www. countryjunction.com. Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Featuring hayrides, games, a corn maze, costumed characters, pony rides, great food, pumpkin chuckin’ and much more! Enjoy unlimited Midway rides for $8. Party packages available. Ongoing: Love at First Bite, Pocono Cheesecake Factory, Rt. 611 in Swiftwater, (570) 839-6844; www. poconocheesecake.com. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. See this issue of This Week in the Poconos for a coupon worth $2 off any purchase of $20 or more.
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Shawnee Mountain Hosts Rodeo & Chili Cook-Off
The Shawnee Mountain Ski Area will host its 16th annual Professional Rodeo on Saturday and Sunday, September 22 and 23. Experience the excitement as professional cowboys compete in fullysanctioned Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) events including Saddle Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Bareback Riding, Calf Roping and more. Professional cowgirls will be there to show their skills in Barrel Racing events. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and cheer on the cowboys and girls as they compete for thousands of dollars in prize money, or arrive early for the legendary Chili Cook-off. Rodeo events begin at 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, and gates open at 11:30 a.m. for the 5th annual ChiliCookoff. Guests are invited to sample and then vote on a variety of chilis from area restaurants, vendors and individual cooks. Enjoy live country music from the Sidekicks Country Band all weekend, browse the vendors’ bazaar, or take part in line dancing on Saturday afternoon. Advance tickets are available at a discounted rate. Parking is free. For more information on this or other Shawnee Mountain festivals, visit www.shawneemt.com or call (570) 421-7231. Shawnee Mountain Ski Area is located on Hollow Road in scenic Shawnee-on-Delaware, Pennsylvania.
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