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Autumn Sizzles with Sights of All Sorts! Autumn in the Poconos delivers
Steamtown Fall Foliage Excursion Lineup...... 4 a magnificent opportunity to
Phenomenal Views & Entertaining Options... 6 enjoy the beautiful sights and
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Autumn’s Uninterrupted Attraction............. 18 just a short drive away. This mountainous Mecca draws
Did You Know Timely Tips........................... 22 visitors in for a clever mix of Steamtown Excursions: Trained Eye-ttractions pg 4 Quiet Valley Harvest Festival Returns pg 7 pg 22
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Shawnee Festival Feats................................ 23 to shows; while transporting Spirited Lantern Tours at Eckley.................. 30 them away from their day to day grind.
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utumn translates to Awesome as a taste of the most spectacular scenery hits the Pocono Mountains with Scranton’s Steamtown National Historic Site ready to guide guests on a diesel-powered journey through this picturesque setting. Amazing photo opportunities await as Fall Foliage Train Excursions are lined up continuing through the month of October. October 4 kicked off the festivities with a special Civil War Train to East Stroudsburg filled with members of Scranton’s DelaneyDelacy Guard, Confederation of the Union Generals, dressed in period regalia. October 11 and 25 delivers even more awe inspired excursions to the area. Departing 9 a.m. then arriving back at SNHS 5:30 p.m.; tickets are $54 for adults, $49 for seniors and $32 for children age 6 to 15.
View some of the Pocono Mountains’ finest
NPS Photo Ken Ganz Tobyhanna is slated for its own outing scheduled for Sunday, October 12 at 11:30 a.m. Tickets are $34 for adults, $29 for seniors and $22 for children. Light snacks will be sold at the station by Coolbaugh Historical Association to tide guests over until their 3:30 p.m. return to Scranton.
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Trips to Moscow for October continue the 18th and 26th. Trains depart Steamtown’s boarding platform at 12:30 p.m. on the 26th, then another makes tracks 1:00 p.m. on the 18th. A return time of 4 p.m. is expected for each day. Light refreshments will be available during layovers. Tickets are $24 for adults, $22 for seniors and $17 for kids age 5 and up. Delaware Water Gap is October 19’s destination including a 2 1/2 hour layover to enjoy the scenic splendor. Leaving at 9 a.m. with a 5:00 p.m. return; tickets are $54 for adults, $49 for
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Coming Events Filled with Phenomenal Views & Entertaining Options... Information subject to change. Friday, October 10: Author Book Talk & Luncheon, Hotel Wayne in Honesdale, (570) 253-1220. Friends of the Wayne County Public Library present this opportunity to enjoy a 12:30 p.m. luncheon with Scholar/ Author Dr. Bambi Lobdell as she examines the life of 19th century historical figure Lucy Ann/Joseph Israel Lobdell. Saturday, October 11: Autumn Splendor Program at Kettle Creek Wildlife Sanctuary, Bartonsville, (570) 629-3061, www.mcconservation. org. Enjoy a brisk walk and discuss seasonal changes taking place during this splendorous time of year! This 1 ½ hour program begins at 10 a.m. Cost: $5/non-members, $3/ children under 12. EE Center members free. Saturday, October 11: Community Yard Sale, Pocono Lake, (570) 3555955, www.antiquesva.wix.com. A Taste for U Antiques parking lot transforms to a community yard sale from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. with sellers invited to join in with their own table. Saturday, October 11: Fall Family Art Fun at Envirofest, Hawley Silk Mill, (570) 253-7001. Be inspired by the lake region’s fall foliage and create a piece of art to treasure years to come. Start with a short walk and talk about the science behind leaves changing colors then create a painting with the family. Free with reservations requested. Saturday, October 11: Run for the Outdoors 5K at Spruce Lake, Canadensis, www. runfortheoutdoors.org. This popular 5K in its 2nd year running delivers a scenic tour of the Spruce Lake property with an awards ceremony including plans for a “Mad Dash” encouraging kids to enjoy healthy outdoor activities. There’s also food and games for the entire family. Run starts at 9:30 a.m. rain or shine. Saturday, October 11 and Sunday, October 12: Autumn Timber Festival, Shawnee Mountain, (570) 4217231, www.shawneemt.com. What a sight! Lumberjack Shows, Scenic Chairlift Rides, Chainsaw Sculptures and more! With live music and Marvelous Mutts to boot!
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Sunday, October 12: Steamtown Marathon, Scranton, (800) 22WELCOME, www.visitnepa.org. This 19th Annual run through Scranton has gained such a following it’s sold out! But there’s always room for spectators to cheer on these amazing athletes as they take on the 26 miles course starting at 8:00 a.m. Friday, October 17 through Sunday, October 19: Hawley Harvest Hoedown, Downtown Hawley. One of the most popular events in the lake region, the HHH features fall festive activities, food and entertainment. New to the Hoedown this year is a Folk & BlueGrass Concert hosted at the Ritz Theater. Saturday, October 18: Bonfire at the Scranton Iron Furnaces, Scranton, (570)963-4804, www. visitnepa.org. Benefitting the Anthracite Heritage Museum explores the roots of Halloween in Celtic Culture and other autumn festivals highlighting NEPA’s industrial past. Features live music, fire juggling, a drum circle, and an awe inspiring Sky Lantern Launch. Tickets available at the door for $20 with kids 12 and under are free. Thursday, October 18: Campfire Tales, Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center, (570) 6293061, www.mcconservation.org. Darryl Speicher unfolds the legend of Irish Jack and the Jac-o-lantern, where the Milky Way came from and what shooting stars really are under the moonlight as participants enjoy roasting marshmallows making smores. This 1 1/2 hour program starts at 6:30 p.m. and costs $8 for non EE Center members with members and children under 12 joining the fun for $5. Saturday, October 18: Country Crafts and Arts Festival, Weatherly, (800) 443-8554. Whitewater Challengers Adventure Center hosts this fall festival filled with live entertainment, a free text and drive simulator, Kid’s Halloween Craft Corner and tons of family fun from 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Let’s not forget the local craft and food vendors lined up to dish up some of the Pocono’s best! Saturday, October 18: Last Fling Pumpkin Sling at Pocono Raceway,
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Shopping Season! With wreaths, folk art, primitive crafts and more this is one stop you won’t want to miss! Checkout the website for hours. Now through October 26: The Great Pocono Pumpkin Festival, Lehighton, (610) 377-8400, www. countryjunction.com. Country Junction’s Annual Fall Fun returns offering tons of fun for $10 including unlimited hayrides, bounce house play and much more! Weekend unlimited carnival rides on the Midway also await for $8. Ongoing: Dates through October 26: 2014 Fall Foliage Excursions at Steamtown NHS, Scranton, (570) 3405204, www.nps.gov/stea. Fall foliage
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Dutch’s Shur Save, 1564 Route 507, Greentown, (570)676-3373. A complete supermarket with convenience, variety and great service. The Glass Hat Antiques, Route 191 in Hamlin, (570)689-4060, wpsada.com. Two floors filled with glassware, antique oak and country furniture, collectibles, estate jewelry, pottery, kitchenware, Depression glass and more.Open daily. 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. Fiestaware, Polish Pottery and Romertopf Healthy Bakeware. House of Candles, Route 715, Henryville, (570)629-1953, houseofcandles.com. See candles made at the Oldest Candle Shop of the Poconos!Selections include votives, jar candles, pillars and carved candles. Closed Sundays. Hutton Metalcrafts, 1812 Route 940, Pocono Pines, (570)972-6331, copperlamps.com. Unique handcrafted metal works, copper lanterns and sculptures, fine pewter Christmas ornaments.Oil paintings on glass.
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pub menu. Live piano music on weekends. Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Restaurant, Route 507, Hawley, (570) 226-4388, ehrhardts.com. Family-owned and operated. Celebrating 70 years of hospitality on Lake Wallenpaupack. Lakeside restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner. Live music on Friday nights. The French Manor Inn and Spa, Huntingdon Drive, South Sterling, (570) 676-3244, (877) 720-6095, thefrenchmanor.com. Gourmet French cuisine, superb wine list and spectacular mountain views. Four-diamond AAA rating.
Mountainhome Diner, 910 Route 390, Mountainhome, (570) 595-2523. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner in a welcoming atmosphere. Mountaintop Lodge Coffee & Pastry Shop, 2137 Route 940, Pocono Pines, (570) 646-6636, mountaintoplodge.com. Located in Mountaintop Lodge’s Main House, this quaint coffee shop serves up gourmet baked goods, coffees and specialty beverages every day. Open to the public.
Robert Christian’s Restaurant, Route 940, Pocono Lake, (570) 646-0433, robertchristianspa. com. “Charming country dining at affordable prices.� Enjoy great steaks, seafood, pasta and more! Van Gilder’s Jubilee Restaurant & Pub in the Pines, Route 940, Pocono Pines, (570) 646-2377, breakfastking.com. The “Breakfast King,� Jubilee serves delicious breakfast every day. Lunch and dinner menus and daily specials. Great spirits and entertainment in the adjoining Pub in the Pines.
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Mountaintop Lodge Coffee/Pastry Shop
Check out the Mountaintop Lodge Coffee/Pastry Shop located in the main house and open to the public. Come in and enjoy gourmet coffee, cappuccino, espresso and other specialty drinks. Whether sitting and sipping, or taking delights to go, choose from a delectable array of freshly baked cakes, pastries, danish, mufns and scones. Bagels have been added to our list of featured items.
Hours of Operation Monday - Thursday 7:00 am to 7:00 pm Friday & Saturday 7:00 am to 9:00 pm Sunday 7:00 am to 6:00 pm Be sure to get your coffee card. Buy 9 regular size coffees, teas or hot choc-olates and get the 10th FREE!
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Entertainment
Information subject to change.
Barley Creek Brewing Company, Sullivan Trail and Camelback Road, Tannersville, (570) 629-9399, www. barleycreek.com. Great food, beer and live entertainment. Free brewery tours and beer tastings every day at 12:30 p.m. A night of live music from 8 to 11 with no cover charge includes: Jim Roberti October 11 and Sage October 18. Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Resort, Route 507, Hawley, (570) 226-4388, www. ehrhardts.com. Live music on Fridays and Saturday nights featuring: Rick Horvath October 10 from 8 p.m. to Midnight, The Brian Dougherty Group October 11 from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Harkland October 17 from 9 p.m. to Midnight and Right Side Up from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Memorytown USA, 432 Grange Road, Mt. Pocono, (570) 839-1680, www.memorytownusa.com. Live music is set for the Lakeside Bar & Grill featuring the area’s top local talent. Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, Highway 315, Wilkes-Barre, (570) 831-2100, www.mohegansunpocono. com. Live music, exciting nightlife, great gaming promotions and amazing live entertainment in the Keystone Grand Ballroom with Uncle Kracker October 11 then Great White & Slaughter October 17. Both shows start at 8:00 p.m. Mountain View Vineyards, 5866 Neola Road, Stroudsburg, (570) 6190053,www.mountainviewvineyard. com. Friday Happy Hour every Friday from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Robert Christian’s Restaurant, Route 940, Pocono Lake, (570) 646-0433, www.RobertChristiansPA.com. Charming Pocono eatery offering daily specials and live entertainment. The Shawnee Playhouse, 552 River Road, Shawnee-onDelaware, (570) 421-5093, www. theshawneeplayhouse.com. Affordable world-class theater presenting classical and new plays, musicals, operas, concerts and Shakespeare. Now thru October 19: Lend Me a Tenor; October 24 thru November 2: The Woman in Black Van Gilder’s Jubilee Restaurant and Pub in the Pines, Route 940, Pocono Pines, (570) 646-2377, www. breakfastking.com. Daily specials. Live entertainment on select dates.
432 Grange Rd., Mt. Pocono • 570 839-1680 • NightmareOnGrange.com Open Weekends (Fri. - Sat. - Sun.) October 10th thru November 2nd Fri. & Sat. Nights 6PM to 11PM - Sun. 6PM to 10PM - Ticket booth opens at 5PM, BE EARLY!
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Shopping (Continued from Page 10) Michael’s Flooring, Window, Kitchen & Bath Center, Route 940, Pocono Lake, (570)646-1502, michcarp.com.One-stop shop for home improvements. Flooring, kitchen and bath remodeling, window coverings and more. Custom installation. Free estimates. Mountain View Vineyard, Winery & Distillery, 5866 Neola Road, Stroudsburg, (570)619-0053, mountainviewvineyard.com. Familyowned and operated boutique winery. Wine tastings, gift items and seasonal tours of the vineyard and Mountain View Distillery. Ages 21+ Pocono Bazaar Flea Market, Route 209, Marshalls Creek, (570)223-8640, poconobazaar.com. Hundreds of
vendors offering thousands of products. Open Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. Pocono Cheesecake Factory, Route 611, Swiftwater, (570)839-6844, poconocheesecake.com. Experience “Love at First Bite” at this Pocono landmark.Gourmet cheesecakes, baked goods and more. Ross & Ross Nursery, Route 191, Paradise Valley, (570)595-9760, www. rossandrossnursery.com. Your family owned nursery in the heart of the Poconos!Plants, trees, shrubs and more. A selection of herbs, bonsai, fairy garden supplies, and terrariums.Weekend baked goods. Open daily. The Quiet Man Bookshop, 1233 Route 390, Mountainhome, (570)223-3565. New and used books and gift items. Open Thursday through Monday. Second Story High-End Thrift, 1845 West Main Street at Pocono Vendors Marketplace, Stroudsburg, (570)421-
1976. Treasures fill this high-end thrift boutique! Shop stunning designer apparel, accessories, shoes, bags, furniture, artwork and more! Starting Gate Action Sports, Route 209, Bushkill, (570)588-4807, startinggateonline.com. Find great gear from top-selling brands including Burton, Salomon, K2, Volcom, O’Neill, The North Face and others. Equipment rentals and servicing. Theo B. Price Inc. Country Store, Route 390, Cresco, (570)595-2501, theobprice.com. Crafts, gourmet coffee, animal feed, folk art, hardware, lumber and building materials. The Village Crafter’s Gallery, 2822 Route 611, Tannersville, (570)620-0039, thevillagecraftersgallery.com. A country store and so much more! This threestory shopping destination features the work of over 30 local craftsmen. Find country décor, jewelry, pottery, furniture and unique gift items.
Open Saturdays & Sundays October 11th thru October 26th 11AM to 5PM
Hay Rides s Petting Zoo Pumpkin Patch s Bounce Houses Face Painting s Fall Foods Smoker BBQ s and more!
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Festival SEE INDEPENDENT FILMS FROM AROUND THE WORLD!
The Howard Johnson Hotel, Bartonsville 10/17 Opening Festival from 4pm to 6pm /PENING 2ED #ARPET s -EDIA )NTERVIEWS PM TO PM “Advocates for a Better America” Honorary Awards Dinner Documentary “The Untold Story of Emmett Till”
10/18 Meet & Greet at 6pm
Documentary “Coming Clean” presented by WBRE’s Laurie Monteforte Documentary “Why Are Dreams Still Being Deferred in America?” )NDIE &ILM 3CREENING s )NDIE &ILMS !WARD 0ARTY AT PM SPONSORED BY 2ED #ARPET Workshop with “Cocoon” author David Saperstein
10/19 Calling All Authors
Author Flo Anthony signs copies of her best-selling novel “Deadly Stuff Players”
Daily Independent Film Screenings Workshops with Industry Pros Micky Hyman & David Saperstein Meet Simione Wright,
the cousin of the late Emmett Till
Meet journalist Alvina Alston Meet Keith Beauchamp,
of Discovery Channel’s “The Injustice Files”
For More Info & to Purchase Tickets, Call 570.234.6713 or visit our website www.PoconoMountainsFilmFestival.com or email bridgetodavis@yahoo.com 22 This Week in the Poconos
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hawnee Mountain Ski Area, celebrated as one of the Pocono Mountains’ top resort destinations, hosts a list of amazing attractions sure to draw a crowd. As summer makes way to fall, the lineup definitely doesn’t cool with two of the hottest celebrations Autumn Timber and The Pocono Food Truck festivals! Autumn Timber Festival returns to the slopes and stages of Shawnee Mountain on Saturday and Sunday, October 11 and 12. Open to the public both days from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; this year’s event features exciting shows and activities for the entire family!
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Enjoy Timber Team Lumberjack Shows, chainsaw sculpture demonstrations, and high-flying fun from the dogs of the Marvelous Mutts. Pocono Vertical Ventures invites festival guests to “go vertical” with a jump platform, two climbing walls and three bungee trampolines. The Pocono Food Truck festival welcomes all to savor the tastes of over 15 regional food trucks the weekend of October 18 and 19 with gates opening just in time for lunch at 11a.m. each day. Sights, sounds and sensational fun compliment this celebration of transportable culinary talents including FMX Motocross and Monster Trucks! Make no mistake; there will be live music and plenty of scrumptious food both weekends. TF starts with the Cramer Brothers Band lighting up the stage Saturday with the Liz Nordstrom Trio taking over Sunday. PFTF serves up the Jim Roberti Trio and Talking Machine.
Slopeside seating is available for all live shows. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs. One and two day tickets for each of these 2014 fall festivals can be purchased in advance or at the gate. Parking is free.
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Sports Information subject to change.
CLIMBING CBK Mountain Adventures, Camelback Mountain Resort, Tannersville, (570) 629-1661, cbkmountainadventures.com. Swing, ride and glide through the treetops on zip lines, adventure courses and other amazing attractions! Pocono TreeVentures, Bushkill, (800) 446-0231, poconotreeventures.com. Five courses with 66 elements plus dual racing zip lines. Adventures for beginner to expert climbers. Pocono Vertical Ventures, Fernwood Resort in Bushkill, (888)337-6966, www. fernwoodresortpoconos.com. Jump, Climb, Bounce and Flip with Pocono Mountain Adventures latest attraction. FISH AND PAY LAKES Big Brown Fish and Pay Lakes, Route 115, Effort, (570) 629-0427, bigbrownfish.com. Fish three ponds filled with trout and bass! No
licenses required! Equipment rentals and bait available. Children 12 and under admitted free with adult. Group rates available. Paradise Fishing Preserve, Route 191, Paradise Valley, (570) 6290422, paradisetrout.com. Fish for trout and bass at this scenic Pocono destination! No licenses required! Children 12 and under admitted free with adult. Group rates available. FISHING BAIT & TACKLE Woehrle’s Bait Shop, Rt. 940 at Park Avenue in Mount Pocono, (570) 839-7338, woehrlesbaitshop. com. Live bait for all seasons. Celebrating over three decades in business, this complete bait shop is open every day, all year. HORSEBACK RIDING Paradise Riding Stables, Route 611, Mount Pocono, (570) 839-8340, PoconoHorses.com. Enjoy the beautiful outdoors on horseback! Guided trail rides are offered during every season, seven days a week. Fernwood Resort, Route 209, Bushkill, (888) 337-6966,
fernwoodresortpoconos.com. Yearround trail rides. “Stay and Ride” packages available. KART RACING S&S Speedways Indoor GoKarts, 2727 Hamilton East, Stroudsburg, (7062 Route 209), (570) 420-5500; SSSpeedways. com. Simulating dirt, S&S offers side-by-side racing that is fun and challenging for the novice and the racing enthusiast alike! Video games, pool table, and snack bar with full view of racing. MINIATURE GOLF Water Gap Trolley, 129 Main Street (Route 611S), Delaware Water Gap, (570) 476-9766, watergaptrolley. com. On-site miniature golf, scenic picnic area, pavilion and gift shop. MOUNTAIN COASTERS CBK Mountain Adventures, Camelback Mountain Resort, Tannersville, (570) 629-1661, cbkmountainadventures.com. Pennsylvania’s only Mountain Coaster. Open weekends and holidays through the winter season.
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GUIDED ATV TOURS at Open 7 Days a Week 10AM to 5PM • Reservations Suggested, Not Required
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Fernwood Resort, Route 209, Bushkill, (888) 337-6966, fernwoodresortpoconos.com. Resort guests receive discounts for Destination Earth Pocono Paintball. Wooded park and obstacle courses open year round. All equipment provided.
Bushkill Falls, Route 209, Bushkill, (570)588-6682, visitbushkillfalls. com. Known as the “Niagara of Pennsylvania,” Bushkill Falls features eight breathtaking waterfalls, miles of hiking trails, picnic areas, miniature golf, paddleboats and more. New this season check out the Mining Maze!
Kittatinny Paintball, 3854 State Route 97 Barryville New York, (800) 356-2852, kittatinny.com. Experience package savings with $10 off a river trip or zipline adventure when you sign-up for paintball! Half price camping special offers an additional discount option to select with your paintball adventure.
SPORTS EQUIPMENT Starting Gate Action Sports, Route 209, Bushkill (adjacent to Pocono Indian Museum), (570) 588-4807, startinggateonline.com. Sports equipment, apparel and rentals. Minutes from Shawnee Mountain. Woehrle’s Bait Shop, Rt. 940 at Park Avenue in Mount Pocono,
See Fall Foliage at its Finest on Horseback!
(570) 839-7338, woehrlesbaitshop. com. Live bait for all seasons. Celebrating over three decades in business, this complete bait shop is open every day, all year. TRAIN STATIONS Steamtown National Historic Site, 150 South Washington Avenue, Scranton, (570) 340-5200, nps.gov/ stea. Museums, excursions, exhibits and more! Tobyhanna Train Station & Museum, Route 423 in Tobyhanna, (570) 894-3338. Open Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m. Recently restored station now serves as a railroad museum. TROLLEY RIDES Water Gap Trolley, 129 Main Street (Continued on Page 27)
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(Route 611S), Delaware Water Gap, (570) 476-9766, watergaptrolley. com. Authentically styled allweather trolleys tour historic Delaware Water Gap and stop at points of interest. On-site miniature golf, scenic picnic area, pavilion and gift shop. TUBING Blue Lightning All-Season Tubing, Fernwood Resort, Bushkill, (888) 337-6966, fernwoodresortpoconos. com. Experience the thrill of snowtubing year round at Fernwood! This all-season attraction features two 400+’ lanes and a “magic carpet� lift. WILDLIFE ATTRACTIONS Pocono Snake and Animal Farm, 424 Seven Bridges Road (Route 209), East Stroudsburg, (570) 2238653, poconoanimals.com. See exotic reptiles and animals from around the world! A great “starter zoo� for kids where you can feed
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monkeys, bear and goats all year long! Open daily. ZIP LINES CBK Mountain Adventures, Camelback Road, Tannersville, (570) 629-1661, cbkmountainadventures.com. 1,000’ zip lines; 4,000’ zip flyers, treetop adventure courses and more!
Pocono TreeVentures, Bushkill, (800) 446-0231, poconotreeventures.com. 1,000’ dual racing zip lines and other aerial adventures. Kittatinny Ziplines, Milford, (800) FLOAT-KC, kittatinny.com. Ask for the Zip & Battle Special for $10 off a session of paintball.
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Art & History Information subject to change. Coolbaugh Township Historical Association Museum, Route 611, Tobyhanna, (570) 894-4207, coolbaughtwp.org. Military pieces, ice
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BETWEEN ALLENTOWN & READING
NEAR ROUTE 222, KUTZTOWN
PENNSYLVANIA
Spend a day with Nature at PENNSYLVANIA’S GREATEST NATURAL WONDER
Underground Tours • 125 Wooded Acres • Museum Gift & Souvenir Shops • Ice Cream Parlor • Picnic Park Rock Shop • Panning for Gemstones • Mini Golf Fast Food with Dutch Specialties
Open DAILY • Reasonable Rates
610-683-6765 (FAX) 610-683-0070
South on Rt. 209 & 33 and West on Rt. 22 & 78 963 Crystal Cave Road, Kutztown, PA 19530
www.crystalcavepa.com
harvesting tools and artifacts, and early photos in the Wills Mansion. Crystal Cave, 963 Crystal Cave Road, Kutztown, (610) 6836765, crystalcavepa.com. Explore Pennsylvania’s Amazing Natural Wonder-underground tours with a museum & more! Eckley Miners’ Village, 2 Eckley Main Street, Weatherly, (570) 636-2070, eckleyminersvillagemuseum.com. Former anthracite mining community now a living museum. Grey Towers National Historic Site, Milford, (570) 296-9630, greytowers. org. Ancestral home of Gifford Pinchot. Chateauesque mansion and grounds open seasonally and for special programs. Morgan Gallery, 409 Route 940, Blakeslee, (570) 646-5333,
Pocono Indian Museum & Gift Shop Receive 1/2 Price Adult Tour Admission Rt. 209, Bushkill with One 570-588-9338 Paid Admission
poconoindianmuseum.com
MORGAN GALLERY Fine Art & Picture Framing
The Oldest Art Gallery in the Poconos Original Art by Local Artists
2T s "LAKESLEE 0! 570 646-5333 morgangallery.com A
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morgangalleryonline.com. “The oldest art gallery in the Poconos.� Featuring original art by local artists. Pocono Indian Museum & Gift Shop, Route 209, Bushkill, (570) 588-9338; poconoindianmuseum.com. Artifacts and crafts of Delaware River Native Americans. Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, Quiet Valley Road Stroudsburg, (570) 992-6161, quietvalley.org. An authentic Pennsylvania German farmstead open seasonally and for special events. Sculpted Ice Works Factory Tour & Ice Harvest Museum, Route 590, Lakeville, (570) 226-6246, sculptediceworks.com. The Poconos’ Coolest Attraction! Open year-round. Shawnee Gallery, 114 Worthington Avenue, Shawnee-on-Delaware, (570) 420-9404, shawneegallery.com. Fine arts studio, museum and store featuring local art and crafts. Steamtown National Historic Site, South Washington Avenue, Scranton, (570) 340-5200, nps.gov/stea. Living history and special exhibits; train excursions. Stroud Mansion & Library, 900 Main Street, Stroudsburg, (570) 421-7703, monroehistorical.org. Stately mansion housing Monroe County artifacts and exhibits. Tobyhanna Train Station & Museum, Route 423, Tobyhanna, (570) 8943338. Recently restored station now serves as a railroad museum.
Lodging Information subject to change. Countryside Cottages, 2863 Bartonsville Avenue, Stroudsburg, (570) 629-2131, countrysidecottages.com. Rustic mountain lodging available year round. Quaint cottages feature logburning fireplaces, cable TV, and all the comforts of home. Crescent Lodge & Country Inn, 5854 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco, (570) 595-7486, crescentlodge.com. Classic country inn in the Poconos. All suites and cottages have private baths and climate control, and many come with a fireplace, whirlpool and outdoor deck. Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Resort, Route 507, Hawley, (570) 226-4388, ehrhardts.com. Lakeside resort with motel rooms, cottages, apartments and suites. Comfortable accomodation options include spacious motel rooms and family units, stylish suites and cozy cottages. Fernwood Resort, 5785 Milford Road, Bushkill, (888) 337-6966, fernwoodresortpoconos.com. Luxury villa accommodations and exciting on-site activities. Enjoy the 18-hole, par 71 golf course, daily activities and special events.
ENJOY A Countryside Holiday OPEN ALL YEAR
French Manor Inn and Spa, 50 Huntingdon Drive, South Sterling, (877) 720-6090, thefrenchmanor.com. A beautiful stone chateau with romantic rooms and suites, an elegant dining room and a fully “green” spa. Mountaintop Lodge at Lake Naomi, 2137 Route 940, Pocono Pines, (570) 646-6636, www.mountaintoplodge. com. A charming mountain retreat with Platinum Club-rated community amenities. The Resort at Mountain Springs Lake, Mountain Springs Drive, Reeders, (570) 629-0251, mslresort.com. “An enchant-
ing Pocono resort” offering year-round mountain accommodations. The Inn at Pocono Manor, Route 314, Pocono Manor, (800) 233-8150, poconomanor.com. Links, drinks and 40 winks await at this picturesque resort not to mention fly fishing, horseback riding and more! Roebling Inn on the Delaware, Scenic Drive, Lackawaxen, (570) 6857900, roeblinginn.com. Gorgeous Upper Delaware Riverfront setting. Excellent place to get away from it all, or as home base for enjoying the area— kayaking, fishing, bald eagles, hiking, ziplines.
COUNTRYSIDE HOUSEKEEPING COTTAGES
Rustic Cottages s Complete Facilities Fireplaces s Cable TV
2863 Bartonsville Ave., Bartonsville
(570) 629-2131
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Night Frights
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ckley Miners’ Village Museum lends an ominous backdrop to their popular Haunted Halloween
Lantern Tours running Friday and Saturday nights starting October 10 through October 25. Stirring things
ECKLEY
Just have fun and join the community
MINERS’ VILLAGE
up for over 15 years, darkness plays the catalyst for this evening of bizarre frights across the 160 year old coal mining village.
MUSEUM
Friday & Saturday October 10 & 11 Doors Open at 6 p.m. Friday & Saturday October 17 & 18 First Tour at 6:30 p.m. Last Tour 9 p.m. Sharp Friday & Saturday October 24 & 25
Tours take approximately 1 hour walking Admission: $10 adults (13+) $5 children (6-12) (Not recommended for children five & under)
Call for rain dates (570) 636-2070 eckleyminersvillage.com
“Although Eckley is a mining town this event, which is a fundraiser for the Eckley Miners’ Village Associates, also provides all of our volunteers and staff a break from our mission of providing educational and historical events to just have fun and join the community in enjoying a fun holiday,” says EMVM’s Kristen Bogash.
Explore the Origins of Innovation Lackawanna County Coal Mine Tour 570-963-MINE
Electric City Trolley Museum 570-963-6590
Open Daily: April 1st - November 30th Call for hours. Closed Easter Sunday & Thanksgiving Day. McDade Park, Bald Mountain Road Scranton, PA 18504
Museum Hours: January – April: Wed.-Sun., 9am-4pm May – December: Mon.-Sun., 9am-4pm Trolley Excursions: May – October: Thurs.-Sun. Please call for excursion information. 300 Cliff Street, Scranton, PA 18503
1-800-22 Welcome or (570) 496-1701 www.visitnepa.org
www.lackawannacounty.org
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