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SURF THE MOUNTAINS Your Pocono Portal American Candle: www.american-candle.com
PennDOT Driver & Vehicle Services: www.dmv.state.pa.us
Baileys Grille & Steakhouse: www.baileyssteakhouse.com
PennDOT’s NEPA Transportation Website: www.neparoads.com
Barley Creek Brewing Company: www.barleycreek.com
PennDOT’s Travel Information Website: www.511pa.com
Bear Creek Inne: www.bearcreekinne.com
Pike County Conservation District: www.pikeconservation.org
The Briar Patch: www.briarpatchthornhurst.com
Pike County Tourism: www.discoverpikepa.com
Bushkill Falls: www.visitbushkillfalls.com
Pocono Arts Council: www.poconoarts.org
Camelback Mountain Resort: www.skicamelback.com
Pocono Builders Association: www.poconobuilders.org
Century 21 Select Pocono Pines: www.C21PoconoPines.com
Pocono Cheesecake Factory: www.poconocheesecake.com
Country Junction: www.countryjunction.com
Pocono Environmental Education Center: www.peec.org
Country Kettle: www.country-kettle.com
Pocono Indian Museum: www.poconoindianmuseum.com
Countryside Housekeeping Cottages: www.countrysidecottages.com
Pocono Lake Region Chamber of Commerce:
Crescent Lodge: www.crescentlodge.com
www.lakeregioncc.com
Delaware Highlands Conservancy: www.delawarehighlands.org
Pocono Mountain Arts Council: www.poconomac.com
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 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 Pocono Manor: www.poconomanor.com Jim Thorpe: www.jimthorpe.org Jubilee Restaurant: www.breakfastking.com Lake Naomi Real Estate: www.lakenaomi.com Miss Elly’s Antiques and Such: www.missellysantiques.com Monroe County Conservation District: www.mcconservation.org Monroe County Historical Association: www.monroehistorical.org Mountain Springs Lake Resort: www.mslresort.com
Pocono Mountains Flying Club: www.mpoflyingclub.org Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau: www.800poconos.com Pocono Outdoor Club: www.poconooutdoorclub.org Pocono Tile Works: www.poconotileworks.com Printing Craftsmen, Inc.: www.printingcraftsmeninc.com Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm: www.quietvalley.org The Settlers Inn: www.thesettlersinn.com Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort: www.shawneeinn.com Shawnee Mountain: www.shawneemt.com The Shawnee Playhouse: www.theshawneeplayhouse.com The Singing Boys of Pennsylvania: www.singingboysofpennsylvania.org Skytop Lodge: www.skytop.com Skyview Spa at Skytop Lodge: 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
Nature Conservancy: www.nature.org/states/pennsylvania
Teeters’ Furniture: www.teetersfurniture.com
NEPA Audubon Society: www.nepaaudubonsociety.org
Theo B. Price Inc.: www.theobprice.com
PA Fish & Boat Commission: www.fish.state.pa.us
Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River: www.nps.gov/upde
PA PowerPort: www.state.pa.us
Visit PA: www.visitPA.com
PA State Park Information: www.visitpaparks.com
Vocelli Pizza: www.vocellipizza.com
PennDOT District 4: http://www.dot.state.pa.us/penndot/districts/
Waverly Artisans’ Marketplace: www.waverlycomm.org
district4.nsf/District 4 Homepage?readform
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Int’l Airport: www.flyavp.com
PennDOT District 5: http://www.dot.state.pa.us/penndot/districts/
Wilkes-Barre-Scranton Penguins: www.wbspenguins.com
district5.nsf/District+5+HomepageShort+List?readform
Woehrle’s Bait Shop: www.woehrlesbaitshop.com
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NOVEMBER 19, 2011 Steamtown National Historic Site Holiday Events ......................................... 4 Christmas Tree Lighting in Stroudsburg ......................................................... 5 Split Rock Resort Great Brews Classic Beer Festival ................................... 16 Pictures with Santa & More at Country Junction ........................................ 16 Shawnee Playhouse Holiday Shows .............................................................. 23 Special Events at The French Manor Inn and Spa ....................................... 32 Settlers Inn Victorian Christmas and More .................................................. 32 Ho-Ho-Honesdale for the Holidays ............................................................... 32 You’re invited to The Inn at Pocono Manor ................................................ 33 Eat, Shop and Sleep Thanksgiving at Fernwood Hotel & Resort ................ 33 Crescent Lodge offers Distinctive Dining ..................................................... 33 The Great Stroudsburg Train Show ............................................................... 36 The Spa at Mountain Laurel Fall Special...................................................... 41 Check out Shawnee Mountain!..................................................................... 41 Pocono Arts Holiday Store & More .............................................................. 41 American Candle is a Shopping Destination ............................................... 47 PMAC announces Skytop Holiday Arts Festival........................................... 47 Waverly Artisans’ Marketplace and House Tour.......................................... 47 CALENDAR...............................6 COMING EVENTS ......................6 DINING ................................. 18 ENTERTAINMENT .................... 22 LODGING .............................. 39 MOVIES................................. 22 MUSEUMS & GALLERIES ........... 36
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Tap into the Holidays Here! The Pocono Mountains of northeast Pennsylvania are filled with festivals, shopping events, parades, and stage shows in celebration of holidays past, present, and future! You’re invited for music and theatre, programs of nature and history, and sports of all sorts, plus the finest in luxurious spas, dining, and accommodations. Catch a ride on a race kart, zip line, trail horse, steam train, carriage, or float! Turn to Coming Events, click on www.thisweek.net, or page through Cover Photo: Mike Gadomski www.issuu.com/thisweek to plan your best www.mpgadomski.com holiday season ever… in the Poconos! Inset: Split Rock Resort & Golf Club
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Steamtown NHS Holiday Events The Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) US Holiday Train, on its goodwill journey for local food shelves, will stop at Steamtown National Historic Site in Scranton on November 26 from 5:45pm to 6:15pm; gather trackside to greet this spectacular, 14-car train! Entertainers ride in vintage private cars, hop out, climb aboard a boxcar which opens into a stage, and perform and lead a sing-along. Your donation of money and/or nonperishable food goes directly to the United Neighborhood Centers of Northeast Pennsylvania. Now in its 13th year, the CPR presents a gift check at each stop; see www.cpr.ca. Steamtown NHS and the Lackawanna Historical Society present Model Trains for All Ages. On November 27, view a Marklin winter train display and an exhibit by exclusive Lionel artist Angela Trotta Thomas. On December 3 & 4, see and learn about a live steam Garden Railroad. On December 10 & 11, join an Ask the Expert session highlighting the challenges and rewards of maintaining your own model train collection. December 17 & 18 are Lionel Days! Enjoy a 1950s Lionel Christmas display, a visit from Santa, plus documentaries and films. Scranton Limited short train rides operate Wednesday through Sunday ‘til December 2. To find Steamtown National NHS from I-81, use Exit 185 Central Scranton Expressway to the entrance at Lackawanna and Cliff avenues. Admission includes parking, the outdoor grounds, the museum complex, walking tour, and the movie Steel and Steam. Call (570) 340-5204, (570) 340-5200, or 1-888-693-9391, and choochoo to www.nps.gov/stea.
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Come to the Tree Lighting in Stroudsburg! Hear ye, hear ye! Come one, come all to the annual Tree Lighting in Courthouse Square in charming downtown Stroudsburg! Get into the holiday spirit with festivities beginning at 5:30pm on Friday, November 25th. The Jacob Stroud Corporation has arranged for the delivery of a beautiful Christmas tree, donated by Chestnuthill Township. Grandpa Pete’s Bagels will serve hot cocoa and other warm treats, along with Dutch Valley Confections roasted nuts and hot cider. The Kiwanis Club of the Poconos–Daybreak will offer a variety of hand-crafted local landmark ornaments for sale, and Santa will set up shop in Courthouse Square, ready to hear your holiday wishes and pose for photos. Traditional Christmas caroling will set a yuletide mood, followed by the lighting of the magnificent tree in Courthouse Square by Mayor Baughman and his family. Enjoy beautiful decorations as you stroll along Main Street and shop in the quality merchants, boutiques, and galleries, or ride around town the oldfashioned way in a Sugar Mountain horse-drawn carriage. Bring a new, unwrapped gift to share with Toys for Tots! The Jacob Stroud Corporation is dedicated to improving the image of downtown Stroudsburg by enhancing its physical appearance, building consensus among organizations and the community, promoting its unique characteristics, and restructuring and diversifying the economic base. Call (570) 424-0325, email stbginfo@yahoo.com, and visit www.stroudsburg.net.
Join Our Thanksgiving Feast NOVEMBER 24, 2011 One Manor Drive Pocono Manor, PA 18349
OUR FEAST WILL INCLUDE THANKSGIVING FAVORITES & SURPRISES! Hearty Soup and Salad Bar, Carving Stations, Children’s Buffet, Pastry Stations and More!
Reservations Available Noon to 5PM For Reservations: 570.497.5856 ext. 7631
$28.95 for Adults / $21.95 for Seniors $13.95 for Children 5 to 12 / Children 4 & Under Free Plus Tax & Gratuity
Or Toll Free At 800.233.8150 ext. 7631
FOR RESERVATIONS: 800-233-8150 Ext. 7631 or www.PoconoManor.com
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Now thru Season - The Spa at Mountain Laurel offers a 10%-off Fall Special for massages, facials, body treatments, and hydro soaks! This Week in the Poconos print
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and online readers receive the discount by bringing in a display ad or this listing, or simply mentioning This Week in the Poconos when booking. Find it in the Mountain Laurel Resort off Route 940 in scenic White Haven. The spa menu includes massage, nails, facials, body treatments, and hair. Gift certificates and custom packages are available. Call (570) 443-9SPA (9772); see www.spaatmountainlaurel. com. Now thru Season Camelback Mountain Resort on Camelback Road in Tannersville offers a Winter Season Triple Ticket for skiing and snowboarding, just $99.00 for 3 visits! Phone (570) 6291661 and learn more at www.skicamelback.com.
Adults $24.95* Children $8.95* 3-12 years old
Reservations 570-588-9500 Ext. 4455 *Prices do not reflect tax and gratuity
Now thru Season - The Safe Haven 2012 Calendar is available to purchase, a wonderful gift for all animal lovers! Cost is $16.00/calendar, plus shipping and handling; proceeds benefit the non-profit Safe Haven Pet Rescue. Email safehaven@epix.net for more information and to order. Now thru November 22 The Madelon Powers Gallery of East Stroudsburg University presents a free Art Exhibit, From Dublin to Durango - Herb Weigand: Recent Paintings. Gallery hours are Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 11:00am to 4:00pm and Tuesday, Thursday from 11:00am to 7:00pm; find it in the Fine & Performing Arts Center, Normal and Marguerite streets, East Stroudsburg.
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This Week in the Poconos 7 Phone (570) 422-3483 and see www.esu.edu. Now thru November 27 – Bushkill Falls is Open for 107th Tour Season! “The Niagara of Pennsylvania� features 8 roaring waterfalls, miles of nature trails, picnic areas, paddle boats, miniature golf, fishing, exhibits, specialty shops, and scheduled events. The famous, historic attraction is off Route 209 in Bushkill, opening daily at 9:00am, weather permitting; closed Thanksgiving. Call (570) 588-6682; see www.visitbushkillfalls.com. Now thru November 30 - Monroe County Children and Youth offer a Christmas Giving Tree within Clymer Library on Firehouse Road in Pocono Pines. Names, ages, and gift requests from needy county children/youth are on tree ornaments for you to select and fulfill by 5:00pm on Wednesday, December 7. Contact the library at (570) 646-0826, email bland@clymerlibrary.org, and read www.clymerlibrary.org. Now thru December 7 Attend the free Lackawanna College Environmental Institute Art Exhibit featuring paintings, photography, and Polaroid transfers with nature/ environment/sustainabilit y themes by students, faculty, and staff. Find it within the 42-acre Moffatt Estate, Route 435, Covington Township. For more information, call (570) 842-1506, email yaniks@lackawanna.edu, and see www.lackawanna.edu/ environmentalinstitute.
Now thru mid-December – Enjoy Free Pottery Making Demonstrations at Holley Ross Pottery, open daily on Route 191 in La Anna. Every Monday through Friday at 11:00am, see the steps to making beautiful pottery from mixing clay to display! Browse the large factory showroom and stroll to the lake and forest park. Call (570) 676-3248 and visit www.holleyross.com. Now thru December 22 - The Shawnee Playhouse on River Road in Shawnee-onDelaware presents Home for Christmas, 2 big acts of music, comedy, and uplifting theatrical performance. Phone the box office at (570) 421-5093, email shawneeplayhouse@ hotmail.com, and see www. theshawneeplayhouse.com. Now thru January 31 - The Shawnee Original Playwright Series issues a Call for Aspiring Playwrights. In March, your work will be read before a live audience; the winning
submission will be produced and performed at The Shawnee Playhouse on River Road in Shawnee-on-Delaware. Phone (570) 421-5093 and see www.theshawneeplayhouse. com. Now thru January 31 Purchase 2012 Season Tickets from The Shawnee Playhouse on River Road in Shawnee-onDelaware, and enjoy a 10% discount! A number of season ticket packages are available at a variety of prices, and gift certificates are available. Call (Continued on Page 8)
Skytop Holiday Arts Festival A Fine Arts-Fine Crafts Show & Sale
4BUVSEBZ /PWFNCFS t B N Q N 4VOEBZ /PWFNCFS t B N Q N "ENJTTJPO JT 'SFF The Executive Conference Center at Skytop 3PVUF t 4LZUPQ 1" Presented by Pocono Mountain Arts Council For information, contact Catherine Schratt, 570.595.3157
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the box office at (570) 4215093 to receive a brochure in the mail, or view it online at www.theshawneeplayhouse. com. November 18 - Meet at the Nescopeck State Park office near Drums for Raptors!, a program about birds of prey, led by staff from the Carbon County Environmental Education Center from 7:00pm to 8:30pm. Sponsored by the Nescopeck State Park Junior Bird Club and the Greater Wyoming Valley Audubon Society. Register by calling (570) 403-2006; visit www.visitpaparks.com.
November 18 - You’re invited to a 12-hour Comic Thon sponsored by the East Stroudsburg University Student Art Association, from 12:00pm to 12:00am in Studios 102 and 103 in the ESU Fine and Performing Arts Center, Normal and Marguerite streets, East Stroudsburg. Arrive by 11:30am with your food, beverage, and a $5.00/person fee, which includes all supplies necessary to create a comic book; you may also bring your own supplies. Email Student Art Association advisor David Mazure, dmazure@esu.edu or call (570) 422-3612; visit www.esu.edu for university information. November 18 - Waggin’ Tails Pet Rescue hosts a Spaghetti Dinner from
Mon-Sat 9-7, Sun 9-5 (610) 377-5050
4:00pm to 7:00pm at the American Legion on Route 209 in Gilbert. Enjoy spaghetti, salad, garlic bread, beverage, and dessert at modest prices, while helping the homeless dogs and cats in the care of Waggin’ Tails. Call (570) 9924185, email information@ waggintailsrescue. com, and see www.waggintailsrescue.com. November 18 - The Barrett Township Historical Society invites you to its free monthly meeting at 7:30pm within the Mountainhome United Methodist Church, routes 390 and 191 in Mountainhome. A brief business meeting and election of officers is followed by the program Paradise Trout Hatchery presented by Beth A. Martin. Refreshments are
This Week in the Poconos 9 served. For more information, call (570) 595-2501, email dsnear@ptd.net, and see www.barretthistory.org. November 18 thru December 22 - The Shawnee Playhouse on River Road in Shawnee-on-Delaware presents A Christmas Wizard of Oz, an enjoyable theatrical performance for all ages; shows are at 10:00am and tickets are just $10.00. Phone the box office at (570) 421-5093, email shawneeplayhouse@ hotmail.com, and see www. theshawneeplayhouse.com. November 19 - Join members of the Pocono Outdoor Club for a moderateto-difficult hike in the Dixon R. Miller Recreation Area within the Delaware State Forest, off Route 115 a mile south of Pocono Raceway. Meet at 10:00am at the trailhead off the entrance road; call hike leaders John and Fran Whipple at (570) 350-2977 or (570) 350-2967, and see www.poconooutdoorclub. org. November 19 - Shawnee Playhouse on River Road in Shawnee-on-Delaware presents Jay Allan: The Ultimate Elvis Tribute backed by the That’s the Way It Is Show Band, for one night only, at 8:00pm. Purchase tickets by calling the box office at (570) 421-5093, or visit www.theshawneeplayhouse. com. November 19 - Monroe Animal League hosts a Christmas Bazaar in the Stroud Township Fire Hall on Route 611 from 9:00am
to 2:00pm, featuring great bargains and specialty items. Proceeds fund spay/neuter, emergency veterinary care, and feral cat and humane education programs. Phone (570) 476-8444 and see www.monroe-animals.org. November 19 - Attend the Santa Parade presented in part by the Greater Scranton Jaycees, stepping off at 9:00am in downtown Scranton. Balloons, floats, twirlers, marching bands, dancers, and animal acts take part in this big event. Call (570) 969-6955 and see www.scrantonjaycees.org for parade route and more information. November 19 - WQXR announcer Bob Sherman, flutist Allison Kiger, and
Ensemble Tremblay perform Sergey Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf, as well as music by Ligeti, Nielsen, and Dvorak, at the centenary Milford Theatre, 114 East Catherine Street in Milford, at 3:00pm. Tickets are $20/general; ages under 12 are admitted free. This event is rescheduled from October 29 (due to weather) and all tickets will be honored. Call (570) 409-1269 and see www.kindredspiritsprograms. org. November 19 & 20 - The 20th Annual Great Brews Classic Beer Festival happens at Split Rock Resort & Golf Club in Lake Harmony from 12:00pm to 4:00pm both days. Enjoy the products of 35+ domestic and (Continued on Page 42)
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DECEMBER 3rd & 4th and 10th & 11th 2011 3:30pm to 7:00pm Experience Christmas in the 1800’s as guides dressed in period clothing lead you by lantern light through the various buildings & displays
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Groups of 12 or more can make reservations for tours from 2:30 - 3:30 all 4 days
570-992-6161 www.quietvalley.org 3½ miles South of Stroudsburg, PA off Business 209 • Follow Signs
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Have an illuminating experience at American Candle! Candlery, gifts, and accessories great for keeping 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! You’ll
find 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 Briar Patch is a Christmas shop and gallery at 239 Pine Grove
Route 209, Brodheadsville
Try our own Hickory Smoked Ham or Bacon FRESH PRODUCE FULL SERVICE PHARMACY GROCERIES IN-STORE BAKERY
CARDS & GIFTS
• SPECIAL SALES WEEKLY • MAC Cards Accepted Open Monday thru Saturday 7:00am to 11:00pm Sunday 8:00am to 10:00pm Experience the pleasure of wider aisles, more Check-Out Counters and Expanded Displays
COPPER LANTERNS & CANDLE LANTERNS Fine pewter ornaments and necklaces. Oil painting on stone and glass. Solid copper wall sculptures. All hand crafted in our studio.
Tues.-Sat. 9AM to 5PM Sun. 11AM to 3PM Route 940 • Pocono Pines, PA
570-646-7778
www.copperlamps.com
A Christmas Shop in the Country Spirit... Santas •Wreaths • Folk Art • Primitive Crafts Yankee Candles • Christmas Tree Farm • Seasonal Items
The
BRIAR PATCH At Thornhurst Nurseries
Last Weekend of September til Thanksgiving Sat. 10 - 5 Sun. 12 - 4 Daily Thanksgiving thru Dec. 24 Mon. - Fri. 12 - 5 Sat. - Sun. 10 - 5
239 Pine Grove Road, Thornhurst, PA 570-842-8072 or 842-1266
www.briarpatchthornhurst.com
Road in Thornhurst. You’ll find primitive crafts, folk art, Santas, wooden toys, pottery, potpourri, snowmen, teddy bears, angels, ornaments, wreaths, candles, and antique sleighs, skis, radios, and pumpkin wagons. Also home to Thornhurst Nurseries Christmas Tree Farm; choose and cut your own tree! From Route 940 in Pocono Lake, take Locust Ridge Road 5 miles to Thornhurst; turn right onto River Road for 2 miles; turn left onto Pine Grove Road. Through Thanksgiving, open Saturday 10:00am to 5:00pm and Sunday 12:00pm to 4:00pm; open daily from Thanksgiving through Christmas Eve. Call (570) 842-8072 or (570) 842-1266 and dash to www.briarpatchthornhurst.com. Woks to the left and rolling pins to the right; you’re at Cooks Tour! The best cookware and kitchen items can be found here; shop for Cuisinart, Scanpan Ceramic Titanium Cookware, Waring and Chef’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 you’ll find the right ingredient, technique, cookbook, or device. Cooking classes are offered, as is a senior citizens’ discount.
This Week in the Poconos 11 Open daily on Route 390 in Mountainhome; call (570) 5950370. Bon appetit! 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, 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! “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, mouthwatering 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! Business Route 209, Marshalls Creek. Open daily from 9:30am to
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Route 191, LaAnna (Midway Between Cresco & Newfoundland)
T HREEFOLD E NTERTAINMENT (and it’s all FREE for your enjoyment!) DEMONSTRATIONS ON POTTERY MAKING 11am Monday thru Friday
WOODLAND PARK Rustic Cable Bridge Sawdust Trails Scenic 5-Acre Lake
LARGE FACTORY SHOWROOM
Savings up to 70% Representing 150 Manufacturers Including: Polish Pottery • Fiesta Dinnerware • Jim Shore Fenton Glass • Willow Tree • Bird Baths and 144 more!
Open May 1 to mid-December • Mon.-Sat. 9:30-5:30 • Sun. 1:00-5:30
570 676-3248
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“WOW, Look At All That Candy!”
COUNTRY KETTLE CANDY & GIFT SHOP ONE OF THE
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Open Daily - 9:30 am - 5:30 pm 570-421-8970 www.country-kettle.com 2523 Milford Road, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
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Get fresh-baked goodies daily at Dutch’s Shur Save in Greentown! The bakery at Dutch’s turns out fresh bread and rolls, pastries, and cakes made daily. Located at 1564 Route 507; call (570) 676-3373. Groceries, fresh fruits and vegetables, specialty foods,
Second STORY high-end Thrift L.L.C.
Designer & High-End Clothing Jewelry • Shoes & Bags Artwork • Furniture
756 Business Rt. 209 East Stroudsburg, PA
570 - 420 - 9948
greeting cards, notions and potions, plants, cut flowers and arrangements, kitchen helpers, and cold beer to go. Cleaning and laundry supplies, spices, sodas, candy, and fresh delicatessen. A complete market with convenience, variety, and great service, offering an enjoyable shopping experience in the Lake Region! The Glass Hat is a 1-owner shop featuring 2 floors filled with elegant glassware, antique oak and country furniture, collectibles, estate jewelry, pottery, and Depression glass. Tea connoisseurs will enjoy the cups and saucers, teapots, and interesting tea things. A highlight is the Christmas Room featuring Santas, old and new ornaments, even Christmas China! There’s a section devoted to old kitchenware, perfect decor for your kitchen. The proprietors
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are members of the Wayne, Pike, Sullivan Antique Dealers Association (WPSADA) 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. An original in the Lake Region Gumble Brothers, Inc. complete home center offers hardware, lumber, and renovation/remodeling needs. The location is on Route 507 in Paupack, (570) 226-4531. Paint, lumber, building plumbing, and electrical supplies; house wares and home supplies; power and hand tools, sporting goods, spackle, spades, and spigots. Free local delivery. The Rental Center is stocked with quality, courtesy, and savings! Scope out www.gumblebrothers.com. See pottery made at Holley Ross Pottery! This amazing place, on Route 191 in La Anna, is a pottery showroom, gift shop, and studio where skilled craftsmen produce fine items offered for sale. Watch demonstrations Monday through Friday at 11:00am, and shop in the factory showroom for Fiesta ware, stoneware, mugs, glass, China sets, dolls, planters, and decor. See Holley Ross’ very own Weeping Gold Pottery, plus candy dishes, colored glassware, candles, bean pots, suncatchers, and highly collectible Polish Pottery. How about a birdbath or an outdoor figurine? After shopping, enter the woodland park for a comfortable stroll. Cross a sturdy suspended bridge into a beautiful forest with sawdust trails, picnic tables, and a scenic 5-acre lake. Open Monday through Saturday 9:30am to 5:30pm, Sundays 1:00pm to
This Week in the Poconos 13 5:30pm. Call (570) 676-3248, and see www.holleyross.com. Hutton Metalcrafts creates an array of unique handcrafted metal works, copper lanterns, lamps, candle lanterns, and fine pewter ornaments and necklaces on Route 940 in Pocono Pines. Remembrances and objects for the home are manufactured on the premises. One-of-a-kind copper trees by Tom Hutton, hand-hammered from a slab of solid copper, silver brazed, then heat-colored to produce rich greens on the tops and reddish highlights on the trunks. Purchase fine oil paintings on glass and stone by Xian, and gorgeous solid copper wall sculptures. 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. Call (570) 646-7778, and check out www.copperlamps.com. Let Kinsley’s ShopRite in Brodheadsville fulfill your food and household shopping needs! In-store bakery, fresh produce, and an ample selection of all your favorites. The deli counters have everything for making fresh sandwiches and platters, plus ready-made salads and cooked dishes. Try their delicious hickory-smoked ham and bacon. Full service pharmacy, wide aisles, expansive displays, and plenty of checkout counters. Play the PA lottery here! On Route 209; hours are Monday through Saturday from 7:00am to 11:00pm, and Sundays from 8:00am to 10:00pm. Visit 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,
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It will be “Love at First Bite� 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. Don’t Miss . . .
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This is the best cheesecake you’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. Pocono Tile Works serves the entire 4-county Pocono Mountains region with expert custom tile design and installation. Marble is also a specialty. See genuine examples of their beautiful, quality work at www.poconotileworks.com! Call (570) 460-6439, or email rafal@poconotileworks.com to schedule an appointment for your free, professional consultation and estimate. Pocono Tile Works is fully insured, reliable and reputable, and cheerfully provides top-notch references and recommendations! While dining or staying at The Settlers Inn or visiting historic
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Hawley, drop by The Potting Shed gift shop! The Shed’s merchandise changes seasonally, and is chosen with an eye for quality craftsmanship and environmental friendliness. Each product line is a natural follow-through from the Inn’s commitment to green hospitality practices. Find the perfect gift or a must-have item for yourself! Interesting jewelry, innovative stationery, gardening implements, and works of pottery influenced by the Arts and Crafts movement; gift certificates are available. Find it at 4 Main Avenue in Hawley. Phone (570) 226-2993 or 1-800-833-8527, and see www.thesettlersinn.com. Step up to Second Story High End Thrift, located at 756 Business Route 209, across from Eagles Glen Plaza in East Stroudsburg. This discriminating store has the look and feel of a high-end boutique, but the prices will amaze you! After loving all the stunning brand name and designer apparel, you’ll flip over the ever-changing array of accessories, shoes, bags, artwork, and dÊcor pieces. Distinctive, attractive furniture is displayed throughout the gallery setting, and sold at thrifty prices. You’re encouraged to open cabinets and drawers to discover more one-of-a-kind treasures awaiting you inside! For hours and more information, call Second Story High End Thrift today at (570) 420-9948. Calling all sports enthusiasts, to Starting Gate Action Sports on Route 209 in Bushkill! Selling 4 seasons of fun for 40+ years, this well-stocked, shopper’sdream sports center caters to active lifestyles and trend-setting people. Complete lines from Burton, Salamon, and K2, and tons of cool apparel by Burton,
This Week in the Poconos 15 Volcom, O’Neill, Bonfire, and The North Face. Some equipment is available to rent. The friendly, knowledgeable staff can recommend the best local venue for your sport of choice! Visit Starting Gate and get set with top-notch gear, accessories, and on-the-scene information. Plus, it’s adjacent to the fascinating Pocono Indian Museum; call (570) 588-4807 and see www.startinggateonline.com. Teeters’ Furniture, on Main Avenue in Hawley, carries a wide range of dining, living room, upholstered, and bedroom furniture displayed in attractive gallery settings. The inventory includes Tom Seely, Simply Amish, Kincaid, Winners Only, Chatham, and Stanley. Quality, service, and selection are hallmarks here. Teeters’ has been selling furniture since 1849! Delivery and setup are available. Open Monday through Thursday from 8:30am to 5:30pm; Friday from 8:30am to 8:00pm; Saturday from 8:30am to 5:00pm; and Sunday from 12:00pm to 4:00pm. Furnish your primary home, vacation home, or shop for an enduring gift. Phone (570) 226-3112, and visit www.teetersfurniture.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, Byers’ Choice collectibles, Burt’s Bees, Grafton Village Cheeses, and more! You’ll also find everything you’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. Live bait is best! If you plan to fish on the Pocono Mountains’ pristine streams and lakes, first visit Woehrle’s Bait Shop. They’re open daily, stocking 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. Woehrle’s is just off Route 940 at Park Avenue in Mount Pocono. To find out what’s biting today, call “The
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Split Rock Resort hosts Great Brews Classic Beer Festival Fun, food, and beer beckon you to the 20th annual Great Brews Classic Beer Festival on Saturday and Sunday, November 19 and 20. The indoor festival is from 12:00pm to 4:00pm both days, in the spacious Galleria at Split Rock Resort & Golf Club, One Lake Drive in Lake Harmony, via Route 940 or Route 903. Over 35 domestic and international breweries and importers will offer tastings of their latest brews! Only ages 21+ may enter the festival; advance tickets, group tickets, 2nd-day special tickets, and overnight lodging packages are available. Live music will be performed on two stages, original crafts and artwork will be displayed and sold, and food vendors will offer a variety of delectable selections! Educational seminars will be presented, and all festival attendees receive a commemorative beer tasting glass to take home. At the door, tickets are $45.00/person on Saturday and $35.00/ person on Sunday. Split Rock is a 4-season resort destination offering accommodations, the fabulous H2Ooooh! Indoor Waterpark, championship golf, miniature golf, fitness center, swimming pools, tennis, basketball, bowling center, game zone, racquetball, archery, billiards, ping-pong, daily activities, ice cream parlor, first-run movie theater with concessions, Galleria Dining Room and Nightclub, Bell’ago Restaurant, Sunset Green Restaurant & Bar, Benchwarmers Sports Bar, Coffee Shop, Hair Gallery, Gift Shop, meeting rooms, exhibit/function space, banquet facilities, and conference services. Call 1-800-255-7625 or (570) 722-9111, and tap into www.splitrockresort.com.
Pictures with Santa & More at Country Junction! Country Junction on Route 209, Forest Inn at 6565 Interchange Road, Lehighton is also known as the World’s Largest General Store. Pictures with Santa are happening on Saturdays and Sundays from November 19 through December 18 from 12:00pm to 4:00pm, and on Black Friday; what a great value at only $5.00, and lots of fun for all ages, including your pets! Enjoy Free Wine Tasting through January 9, and get 15% off a case of 12 bottles using the display ad coupon; give some wine as gifts, and keep some for your own holiday libations at home. Shop for adorable pets, beautiful furniture and home decor, check out the 4-season lawn and garden store, and find great gifts, gifts, gifts galore! Onsite restaurants offer menus for all ages and tastes, and you can visit the Free Petting Farm with goats, deer, piglets, ducks, and chickens. You’ll find building materials, flooring, hardware, paint, and equipment rentals, too. Gift cards to Country Junction are always available, perfect for even the most finicky recipient, and this huge shopping destination is open until 3:00pm on Christmas Eve! Call (610) 377-8400, and visit all 5 convenient Country Junction locations at www.countryjunction.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 1-800-3292599; 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, and a hair salon. Gift certificates and spa packages make any occasion special. Mention
This Week in the Poconos when scheduling to receive a Fall Special discount on massages, facials, body treatments, and hydro soaks! 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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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
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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.
This Week in the Poconos 19 HAWLEY The Settlers Inn at Bingham Park, 4 Main Avenue, Ph: 226-2993 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 wine chats and dining events; serving lunch and dinner daily. Four-diamond AAA rating, Wine Spectator magazine award-winner, and Historic Hotels of America member; visit www.thesettlersinn.com.
cake sandwiches, and satisfying salads, as well as light lunches. Delicious dinner options include hand-cut USDA Prime steaks, prime rib, pasta, shrimp, chicken, and slowcooked brisket and ribs. Enjoy happy hour specials, blackboard specials, an early dinner menu, and Sunday brunch. Families are welcome, with a quality children’s menu always available. Receive a complimentary cake on your special occasion; reservations are accepted. Dine outdoors on the beautiful deck; visit www.baileyssteakhouse.com. PALMERTON Slopeside Bar and Grill, Blue Mountain Ski Area, Palmerton, Ph: (610) 826-7700: Open Thursday
LAKE HARMONY The Resort at Split Rock, One Lake Drive, Ph: 722-9111: Casual dining in a distinctive 4-season 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! MOUNT POCONO The Original Bailey’s Rib & Steakhouse, Route 611, just north of Route 940, Ph: 839-9678: 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
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Purchase greens fees to play the on-site disc golf courses, too! Taste www.skibluemt.com for more information and a calendar of special events. PARADISE VALLEY Crescent Lodge & Country Inn, 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
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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 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 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 beer, 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 a variety of fish and pasta options.
This Week in the Poconos 21 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 award-winner. 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, 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 best in this Pocono landmark and family tradition for 30+ years. Buster the Crab is back, through November 27, bringing lots of new
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and exciting menu items; warm up with a delicious Steam Pot! 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 are available. Open daily at 11:30am, just minutes from the Crossings Outlets and Camelback Mountain Resort. Reservations are accepted, and large parties are welcome. Visit www.smugglerscove.net. 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.
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E NTERTAINMENT Information is subject to change. THE SHAWNEE PLAYHOUSE on River Road in Shawnee-on-Delaware hosts Home for Christmas by Rod Foote through December 22. Act 1 entertains with music of the season, remembrances, and comedy. Act 2 is The Greatest Christmas Story Ever Told; in the club car of a train from Seattle to Chicago on Christmas Eve 1940, strangers become friends in a true celebration of Christmas. A Christmas Wizard of Oz by Kathryn Schultz Miller runs from November 18 through December 22; shows are 10:00am, tickets are $10.00. A blizzard carries Dorothy and Toto to the Magical Elfinsland; Glinda is the Good Witch of the North Pole, the Wizard is in the Great Palace of Toys, the Scarecrow is a Snowman, the Tin Man is a Tin Soldier, and the Cowardly Lion is a stuffed toy! The Nutcracker Ballet is performed by the Northeastern Ballet Ensemble, directed by Diane Verdi, composed by Tchaikovsky; from December 3 through 12. The Messiah by George Freidrich Handel is a sing-in concert on December 20 at 8:00pm, led by professionals; $8.00 donation at the door. Call (570) 421-5093, email shawneeplayhouse@hotmail.com, and see www. TheShawneePlayhouse.com.
Theater Year Round! Musicals, Comedies, Dramas Children’s Theater Classes and Camps We Love Groups of All Sizes!
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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 on Thursdays, and enjoy magicians, illusionists, jugglers, and comedians on weekends; Saturday Night Bands take the stage at 10:00pm for ages 21+. Pools, fitness area, massage, horseback riding, tennis, golf, game room, daily activities, Winter Fun Center, and vacation/ weekend packages. Entertainment and many amenities are open to the public, as well as to guests of the resort. Call 1-888-FERNWOODx5 or (570) 588-9500x5214, and see www.fernwoodhotel.com. CRESCENT LODGE is an elegant country inn resort on 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, horseback riding, outlet shopping, outdoor adventure park, indoor water park, and a casino are nearby. Call (570) 595-7486 or 1-800-392-9400; visit www.crescentlodge.com. 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, first-run movie theater with concessions, coffee shop, hair gallery, and gift shop. Catch the 20th annual Great Brews Classic Beer Festival on Saturday and Sunday, November 19 and 20. The indoor festival is from 12:00pm to 4:00pm both days in the spacious Galleria, with live music on 2 stages! 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. Entertainment and many amenities are open to the public, as well as to guests of the resort. Call 1-800-2557625 or (570) 722-9111, and see www.splitrockresort.com. 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 a 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
This Week in the Poconos 23 well as special themed events such as A Magical Fireside Christmas, beginning Thanksgiving night and continuing on weekends ‘til Christmas! The Manor offers 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, dog sledding, horseback riding, and more! The Inn at Pocono Manor is located on Route 314, via Route 940 or Route 611, in Pocono Manor. Call (570) 839-7111x7601 or 1-800-2338150x7601; see www.poconomanor.com.
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The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1 (PG-13)
Hugo (PG)
Happy Feet Two (PG)
The Muppets (PG) A Dangerous Method (R)
The Descendants (R)
My Week with Marilyn (R)
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Arthur Christmas (PG)
Another Happy Day (R)
The Artist (PG-13)
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Shawnee Playhouse Holiday Shows The Shawnee Playhouse on River Road in Shawnee-on-Delaware hosts Home for Christmas by Rod Foote, through December 22. Act 1 entertains with carols and songs of the season, remembrances of Christmas’ past, and a bit of comedy. Act 2 brings the play The Greatest Christmas Story Ever Told! In the club car of a train from Seattle to Chicago on Christmas Eve in 1940, 9 strangers become friends as the Holy Night draws them into a true celebration of Christmas.
A Christmas Wizard of Oz
A Christmas Wizard of Oz by Kathryn Schultz Miller runs from November 18 through December 22; all shows are at 10:00am, and all tickets are just $10.00. A snow blizzard carries Dorothy and Toto to the Magical Elfinsland, where Glinda is the Good Witch of the North Pole. Dorothy must get home before Christmas morning, so she sets off to find the Wizard within the Great Palace of Toys. The Scarecrow is a Snowman, the Tin Man is a Tin Soldier, and the Cowardly Lion is an overpriced stuffed toy!
The Nutcracker Ballet performed by the Northeastern Ballet Ensemble directed by Diane Verdi presents the magic, wonder, and grace of Tchaikovsky’s traditional treat; from December 3 through December 12. The Messiah by George Freidrich Handel is a standing-room-only, sing-in concert on December 20 at 8:00pm, led by professional conductors, soloists, and musicians. Celebrate the season with friends, family, and community; $8.00 donation at the door. Call (570) 421-5093, email shawneeplayhouse@hotmail.com, and fa-la-la to www.TheShawneePlayhouse.com!
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BAIT & TACKLE 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, 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.
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canoe, raft, or kayak. Mountain bike rentals and batting cages. Call (570) 424-4000 and see www.shawneerivertrips.com. BOWLING
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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, digital scoring, and concessions! Call (570) 722-9111, and see www.splitrockresort.com.
Shawnee River Trips, I-80 exit 310 to River Road in Shawnee-onDelaware, across from Smithfield Elementary. Explore the Delaware River and the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area via
The Adventure Center at Skytop Lodge, Route 390 and Dutch Hill Road, Skytop. Join an instructor on the water during the Introduction to Canoeing
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Class. Learn about safety, boat design, basic strokes, turning, bracing, and re-entering a swamped boat. Minimum age is 13. Call (570) 595-8988, and see www.skytop.com. Fernwood Hotel & Resort, Route 209 in Bushkill. Enjoy rafting, 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. Shawnee River Trips, I-80 exit 310 to River Road in Shawnee-onDelaware, across from Smithfield Elementary. Explore the Delaware River and the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area via
This Week in the Poconos 27 canoe, raft, or kayak. Mountain bike rentals, fishing equipment, hiking information, and more. Call (570) 424-4000 and visit www.shawneerivertrips.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 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.
Call (570) 629-1661x1123; see www.cbkmountainadventures. com.
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The Inn at Pocono Manor, Route 314 in Pocono Manor via Route 611 or Route 940. Call the resort at (570) 839-7111 for operating hours, and check out www.poconomanor.com.
The Inn at Pocono Manor, Route 314 in Pocono Manor via Route 611 or Route 940. Call the resort at (570) 839-7111 for operating hours, and check out www.poconomanor.com.
Skytop Lodge, off Route 390 in Skytop. XC skiing is offered to guests of the resort. Ski rentals are available. Phone (570) 5957401 or 1-800-345-7759; see www.skytop.com. DISC GOLF 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!
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) 5958929 or (570) 595-7401; see www.skytop.com. (Continued on Page 28)
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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) 8393908 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) 595-8988 and see www.skytop.com.
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. 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 (742-9633) or (570) 424-4000, and see www.shawneeinn.com. Skytop Lodge Golf Course, at Skytop Lodge off Route 390 in Skytop. Semi-private 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) 5958910 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, 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 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 1-800-SHAWNEE 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. 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
This Week in the Poconos 29 stables@poconomanor.com; visit www.poconomanor.com. KART RACING S & S Speedways Indoor GoKarts, 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 5:00pm10:00pm, Saturday 12:00pm10:00pm, Sunday 12:00pm7:00pm, and Monday through Wednesday 12:00pm-5:00. Use the display ad for a Free Race! Call (570) 420-5500 and visit www.ssspeedways.com. KAYAKING 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. Shawnee River Trips, I-80 exit 310 to River Road in Shawnee-onDelaware, 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. 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. 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. Shawnee River Trips, off I-80 exit 310 to River Road in Shawnee-on-Delaware, 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. MOUNTAIN SEGWAYS CBK Mountain Adventures, at Camelback Mountain Resort on (Continued on Page 30)
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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 440acre 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. SKI AREAS Camelback Ski Area, 3½ miles from I-80 exit 299 in Tannersville. With 33 trails and 13 lifts, including high-speed detachable quads and a magic carpet. 100% snowmaking, 100% night
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skiing, 4 lodges, 2 rental shops, ski school, 2 terrain parks and halfpipe. Dining and slopeside accommodations are available. Call (570) 629-1661 or go to www.skicamelback.com. Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, Shawnee-on-Delaware. Follow signs on Route 209 via I-80 exit 309. Day or night skiing on 23 slopes and trails serviced by 9 lifts and 100% snowmaking. Rentals are available. Riders welcome in the halfpipe area and snowboard park. Ski schools and clinics available for all abilities. Ask about March Misers Prepaid Savings Cards, good through December 24th of next season! Phone (570) 421-7231 or visit www.shawneemt.com. Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain on the scenic Upper Delaware River, 4 miles off Route 590 in Lackawaxen. Eighteen trails all covered by extensive snowmaking, with 650’ of vertical drop for long runs. Skiers and snowboarders have fun in the Terrain Park. Open for night skiing most nights. Rentals and lessons are available. To find out more, including days and hours, call (570) 685-1400 or see www.ski-bigbear.com. SLEDDING The Inn at Pocono Manor, Route 314 in Pocono Manor via Route 611 or Route 940. Call the resort at (570) 839-7111 for operating hours, and check out www.poconomanor.com. SNOWTUBING
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Camelback Ski Area, I-80 exit 299 in Tannersville. Expanded snowtubing park features 10 runs and 4 tows, along with a powerful snowmaking system for a great ride. Single tubes and family tubes, and night tubing. Call (570) 629-1661 or go to www.skicamelback.com;
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available. Phone (570) 5957401 or 1-800-345-7759 and see www.skytop.com.
equipment. Rentals. Call (570) 588-4807 and check out www.startinggateonline.com.
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Fernwood Hotel & Resort, Route 209 in Bushkill, weather permitting. Fernwood’s Winter Fun Center has 7 tubing chutes and offers single & family tubes, plus a Children’s Tubing Center! Kids must be at least 42” tall. Snowtubing is open Thursday through Monday, with 2-hour day sessions on weekends & holidays and 4-hour night sessions Thursday through Monday; closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Call 1-888-FERNWOOD; www.fernwoodhotel.com.
The Rod & Gun Club at Pocono Manor, Route 314, via Route 611 or Route 940, Pocono Manor. Multi-station 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.
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.
Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, Shawnee-on-Delaware. Follow signs on Route 209 via I-80 exit 309. Six tubing chutes serviced by 2 lifts are all lighted for day or night tubing. Use the display ad coupon for special savings on tubing, all season! Phone (570) 421-7231 or visit www.shawneemt.com. Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain on the scenic Upper Delaware River, 4 miles off Route 590 in Lackawaxen. Fun tubing runs for all ages are open on Saturdays & Sundays. A complete winter experience in a semi-private setting. For more information, including days and hours, call (570) 685-1400 or see www.ski-bigbear.com. SNOWSHOEING The Inn at Pocono Manor, Route 314 in Pocono Manor via Route 611 or Route 940. Call the resort at (570) 839-7111 for operating hours, and check out www.poconomanor.com. Skytop Lodge, off Route 390 in Skytop. Snowshoeing through the beautiful wooded grounds is offered to guests of the resort. Snowshoe rentals are
The Orvis Shop at Skytop Lodge, Route 390, Skytop. Regulation, 12-station sporting clay range open to the public. Suitable for beginners, with challenges for experienced. Instruction and gun rentals. Appointment required. Phone (570) 5958929 or (570) 595-7401; visit www.skytop.com. SPORTS EQUIPMENT 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
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 steampowered and historic dieseldriven 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. WATERPARKS 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) 722-9901,1-800-2557625, 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.
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Events at The French Manor Inn and Spa From December 2 through 18, Christmas Tree Weekends at the French Manor are your chance to slow down, rediscover your significant other, and reflect on the past year in tranquility, luxury, and style. Savor a French Nouveau candlelit dinner, and cuddle into the wee hours beside a crackling fireplace. The package includes overnight accommodations, welcome cheese and fruit plate with sherry in your room, Friday night bonfire with guitarist and sing-along, roasting marshmallows and chestnuts fireside, gourmet breakfast each morning, afternoon tea with cookies and hot chocolate, and a caravan trip to a tree farm to select a gorgeous wreath or Christmas tree to be cut, bound, and secured to your vehicle to take home! Ask about Thanksgiving Dinner at The French Manor, a full-scale country inn modeled after an estate in the south of France. Gourmet cuisine and a superb wine list are offered nightly, and Hanna’s Café casual dining complements views of the mountains and Sherwood Forest. Le Spa Forêt presents the best, most luxurious spa services available. The French Manor is selected as one of the Ten Best Inns in America and awarded a 4 Diamond rating by the AAA. Customized options are available with all packages. Call now to reserve your very special French Manor weekend! Phone (570) 676-3244 or 1-877-720-6095, and experience www.thefrenchmanor.com.
Settlers Inn Victorian Christmas and More The Settlers Inn at Bingham Park offers a Victorian Christmas Dinner on Saturday and Sunday, December 2 and 3, from 5:00pm to 9:00pm, with all the finery and nostalgia of an old-fashioned Christmas. Enjoy carols, candlelight glow, and the warmth of the fireplace during this simple, elegant, 3-course holiday dinner. Stay inside, and hope for snow! On Sunday, December 11, celebrate with a Hawley Winterfest Brunch from 11:30am to 2:30pm, featuring harpist Diane O’Malley. A performer of contemporary, classical, and original music, Diane’s art flows from her heart through her harp to you. Hawley Winterfest is one of the best-known holiday traditions in the region. Looking for a little something for giving? The Potting Shed at The Settlers Inn offers an array of fun and functional stocking stuffers, elegant home accessories such as table linens and candles, and wonderful and whimsical gifts of all sorts. Select popular, quality products from Vera Bradley, Byer’s Choice, Pimpernel, and Terra Nova. Treat special friends and loved ones on your holiday list to a stay at The Settlers Inn, an artfully-restored 1927 craftsman-style hotel famous for distinctive dining and gracious lodging! It holds the AAA Four Diamond Rating, is a AAA Top 10 Favorite Historic Hotel and Wine Spectator magazine award-winner, and is found at 4 Main Avenue in Hawley. Call (570) 2262993 or 1-800-833-8527, and sip www.thesettlersinn.com.
Ho-Ho-Honesdale for the Holidays Historic Honesdale offers up its famous holiday hospitality on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, November 25, 26, and 27, during Honesdale for the Holidays. Many fine stores host seasonal specials, the Fred Miller Pavilion on Main Street comes alive with holiday music each day, and on Friday, the Annual Santa Parade kicks off at 6:00pm at Main and Fourth streets. Activities in Central Park immediately following the parade include the lighting of the Star on Irving Cliff, the lighting of the Christmas tree in the park, and Christmas carols, all under Santa’s twinkling eyes; visit jolly Saint Nick after the festivities! On Saturday, shop the craft vendors on Main Street near the pavilion, and take a horsedrawn carriage ride; spy Santa, Rudolph, and Frosty! Enjoy the Top Hats & Lace dancers and the Honesdale High School Chorus carolers. The Stourbridge Model Railroad Club hosts an Open House, with an HO gauge railroad display depicting the mythical town of “Wayne,” and the Wayne County Historical Society Museum features a full-scale replica of the famous Stourbridge Lion, the first locomotive to run on a track in America. Pick up a 2011 collectible holiday ornament! For more information, call the Greater Honesdale Partnership office at (570) 253-5492, and see www.visithonesdalepa.com.
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You’re invited to The Inn at Pocono Manor! At 1,800’ atop the mountains, the Inn at Pocono Manor boasts exceptional dining and accommodations, as well as an extravagant full-service spa, lounge with entertainment, 36 holes of championship golf, horseback riding, 2.5 miles of fly-fishing streams, hunting, sporting clays, indoor pool, hiking and XCski trails, and dog sledding. A sumptuous Thanksgiving Feast is offered at the Inn from 12:00pm to 5:00pm on November 24, with soup and salad bar, carving stations, children’s buffet, and pastry stations. Pricing is just $28.95/general, $21.95/seniors, $13.95/kids 5-12, and free/ages 4 and under; use extension 7631 for your reservations when calling the resort. The feast is followed by the grand opening of the season-long Magical Fireside Christmas Extravaganza with the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Klaus at 6:00pm; bring a donation for Toys for Tots! Ask about affordable overnights, such as the Black Friday Shopping Spectacular Package. And, hunt on 3000 acres with the Manor Sports Club; Pennsylvania residents need a valid hunting license, available at the Club; call (570) 839-3908. Out-of-state residents must have a valid hunting license from the state of residency, in addition to a Pennsylvania license. Find everything off Route 314 in Pocono Manor, via Route 940 or Route 611. Call the resort at (570) 839-7111 or 1-800-233-8150, and see www.poconomanor.com.
Eat, Shop and Sleep Thanksgiving at Fernwood From Wednesday, November 23 through Sunday, November 27, celebrate and give thanks at Fernwood Hotel & Resort with an Eat, Shop and Sleep Thanksgiving Package beginning at just $199.00. Feast on turkey and all the trimmings, take a nap, and shop at the 100+-store Crossings Premium Outlets in Tannersville! Enjoy a salad station, homemade pumpkin soup, carved roast turkey and ham, sundried cranberry and pistachio crusted tilapia, garlic and plum tomato penne pasta, classic bread and cranberry stuffing, home-style mashed Yukon Gold potatoes, candied sweet potatoes, honey-glazed baby carrots, plus a festive holiday dessert display and chocolate fountain; kids meals are available. This special package includes a Thursday and Friday night hotel stay, 2 adult buffet tickets for November 24 from 12:00pm to 6:00pm, and a $50.00 Crossings Premium Outlets gift card. Additional nights, room types, and other options are available. Fernwood is a 440-acre, 4-season destination resort on Route 209 in Bushkill, offering hotel and villa accommodations, championship golf, indoor pools and sauna, live entertainment, themed restaurants, a video game area, trips to nearby attractions, a fitness center, hiking in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, horseback riding, mountain segways, a winter fun center with snow tubing, and skiing/boarding at nearby ski areas in winter. Call 1-888-FERNWOOD or (570) 588-9500, and check into www.FernwoodHotel.com!
Crescent Lodge offers Distinctive Dining Reserve now for a most memorable Thanksgiving experience at Crescent Lodge, a classic Pennsylvania country inn known for excellence in dining and lodging, within the beautiful surroundings of Paradise Valley. The special holiday menu offers tastefully tempting choices! Consider shrimp cocktail, fried brie, Maryland crab cake, Napoleon, Caesar, or house salad, seafood bisque, French onion soup, roast Vermont turkey, roast prime rib, lamb chops, le coq au vin, pork osso buco, filet mignon, roast Long Island duck, filet of salmon, and extraordinary desserts for a perfectly pleasing finish! Crescent Lodge features an extensive wine selection and live piano music, and the Starting Post cocktail lounge serves the finest in spirits as well as a convenient pub menu. While away your day at a spa, casino, or adventure park; go antiquing, outlet shopping, horseback riding, skiing, boating, golfing, fishing, hiking, snowmobiling, or simply relax in the inn! Many suites and cottages come with a fireplace, whirlpool, and outdoor deck; all have private baths, telephone, climate control, and remote control television. Find it at Route 191 and Route 940; treat yourself to a quality holiday of plenty, whether to dine or to stay a while. Call 1-800-392-9400 or (570) 595-7486, and visit www.crescentlodge.com.
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REAL ESTATE BUILDERS, SERVICES, NEW HOME CONSTRUCTION Gumble Brothers, Inc., Route 507 in Paupack, serving all your building/remodeling needs with quality products and equipment, reliable, experienced guidance and service, and competitive pricing; call (570) 226-4531 and visit www.gumblebrothers.com. Pocono Builders Association, 745 Main Street, Stroudsburg. The Pocono Builders Association (PBA) Contractor Quality Commitment
program, formulated in conjunction with Pennsylvania Builders Association guidelines, provides positive support by establishing criteria for members, developing and enforcing standards of excellence for reputable contractors, and educating the general public as to the benefits of receiving services from reputable contractors. The PBA identifies acceptable levels of industry professionalism, a procedure for new and existing members, and provides a method for handling customer complaints. Give the PBA a call at (570) 421-9009, and learn more at www.poconobuilders.org. Pocono Tile Works, expert custom tile design and installation. Marble also a specialty. See genuine examples of their quality work at
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This Week in the Poconos 35 EQUIPMENT RENTALS Gumble Brothers, Inc., Route 507 in Paupack, serving all your building/remodeling needs with quality products and equipment, reliable, experienced guidance and service, and competitive pricing; call (570) 226-4531 and visit www.gumblebrothers.com. REAL ESTATE AGENCIES Century 21 Select Group, Route 940 in Pocono Pines, and Route 940 in Pocono Lake at Locust Lake Village. 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) 6463600, 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 & 423 in Pocono Pines. Specializing in Lake Naomi/Timber Trails sales and vacation rentals. Call
1-800-537-1479 or (570) 646-2222, and see www.lakenaomi.com. VACATION HOME COMMUNITIES Century 21 Select Group, Route 940 in Pocono Pines, and Route 940 in Pocono Lake at Locust Lake Village. 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) 6463600, 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 & 423 in Pocono Pines. Specializing in Lake Naomi/Timber Trails sales and vacation rentals. Call 1-800-537-1479 or (570) 646-2222, and see www.lakenaomi.com. VACATION RENTALS Century 21 Select Group, Route 940 in Pocono Pines, and Route
940 in Pocono Lake at Locust Lake Village. 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) 6463600, or Pocono Lake at 1-800588-2808 or (570) 646-8844; email info@C21PoconoPines.com; see www.c21PoconoPines.com. Fernwood Hotel & Resort, Route 209 in Bushkill. Spacious villas, onpremises restaurants, fitness center, swimming, championship golf, horseback riding, hiking/biking, live entertainment, special events, and winter sports with snow tubing. Call 1-888-FERNWOOD and see www.fernwoodhotel.com. Lake Naomi Real Estate, Inc., at routes 940 & 423 in Pocono Pines. Specializing in Lake Naomi/Timber Trails sales and vacation rentals. Call 1-800-537-1479 or (570) 646-2222, and see www.lakenaomi.com.
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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 and 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,
The Great Stroudsburg Train Show is back! On Sunday, November 20, the Pocono Rail Historical Society presents its 30th annual exhibition, The Great Stroudsburg Train Show! The model train exhibition will be held from 9:00am until 2:00pm at the Stroudsburg Intermediate School on Chipperfield Drive via I-80 exit 305, in Stroudsburg. See many operating layouts, test tracks, vendors, dealers, and enter a prize drawing! A donation of $4.00/ages 12+ is requested; children under 12 attend free with a paid admission. Spend a fun Sunday with your favorite train-buddy, enjoying the excitement of model railroading! For more information, call Train Show Chairman Howard Dickinson, III at (570) 646-3269, and hop aboard www.nrhs.com/chapters/pocono_mountains.htm!
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 neo-classical home is the museum of the Pike County Historical Society. Highlighting the “Bloody Lincoln Flag,” placed under President Lincoln’s head after he was shot at Ford’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 posters, propaganda, weapons, uniforms. Genealogical research information, maps, photographs. Open Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday September through June, and Wednesday through Sunday in July and August. Call (570) 296-8126; see www. pikecountyhistoricalsociety.org. COOLBAUGH TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION MUSEUM, in the Township Complex, 5550 Memorial Boulevard, Route 611, Tobyhanna. Ice harvesting, the military, extensive photo collection, and artifacts. Programs, displays, speakers, and historical, social, and cultural events. Admission is free, donations appreciated, tours by appointment. Regular hours are Mondays 10:00am 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. 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
This Week in the Poconos 37 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. 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. Largest collection of Honesdale Glass in the world, plus period antiques and factory artifacts. 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 of local history, and see memorabilia. Open from 1:00pm to 5:00pm on weekends. Phone (570) 476-4240; visit www.dutotmuseum.com. EAST STROUDSBURG UNIVERSITY Madelon Powers Art Gallery, Fine and Performing Arts Center, Normal and Marguerite
streets, East Stroudsburg. Open Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 11:00pm to 4:00pm and Tuesday/ Thursday from 11:00am to 7:00pm. Phone (570) 422-3483; see www.esu.edu. ECKLEY MINERS’ VILLAGE, 10 miles east of Hazleton on Highland Road, 3 miles off Route 940. Relive 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 miners’ homes, churches, company store, and doctor’s office. Open year ‘round, administered by the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission. Guided walking tours available; call (570) 636-2070, see www. eckleyminersvillagemuseum.com. 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.
Pocono Indian Museum & Gift Shop Receive 1/2 Price Adult Tour Rt. 209, Bushkill Admission with One Paid Adult 570-588-9338 Admission www.poconoindianmuseum.com
GREY TOWERS NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE in Milford, former home of Pennsylvania Governor and founder of the US Forest Service, Gifford Pinchot. The 1886 French chateau-esque 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. 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) 4215791; visit www.jimthorpe.org. PENNSYLVANIA SKI & WINTER SPORTS MUSEUM & HALL OF FAME, at Camelback Mountain Resort in Tannersville (I-80 exit 299). See the evolution of skis, bindings, and related equipment during the 20th century. Also highlighted are skates and sleds, clothing, historic photos, biographies, and posters. Dedicated to preserving the history of winter sports in Pennsylvania, open to the public free of charge. (Continued on Page 38)
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GREAT STROUDSBURG TRAIN SHOW of the
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Call Camelback at (570) 629-1661; see www.skicamelback.com and www.paskimuseum.org. 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 a 1/2price tour admission with a fullprice adult tour admission; see the display ad for offer. 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. 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, and heritage demonstrations. Open seasonally and for events. Phone (570) 9926161; visit www.quietvalley.org. RESICA FALLS SCOUT RESERVATION, Route 402, 6 miles north of Marshalls Creek. Indian museum housing fabled Cornell
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Faucett and Andrew Lewis Indian Artifacts Exhibits, Scout handcrafts, and local postcards. Free. Phone (570) 223-8312. Open weekends or by appointment. 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 I81, Central Scranton Expressway; entrance at Lackawanna and Cliff avenues. Call (570) 3405200 or 1-888-693-9391; see www.nps.gov/stea. 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. 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 climatecontrolled 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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BUSHKILL Fernwood Hotel & Resort: Route 209. Newly renovated luxury hotel room and villa rentals, just minutes from 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. Take a horseback ride on Fernwood’s scenic grounds or play a match on the outdoor tennis courts. Enjoy the 18-hole, par 71 golf course, Game Zone arcade, daily activities, and special events. Check out Fernwood’s Winter Fun Center, with snow tubing and more! Great getaway vacations and weekend packages. Call 1-888-FERNWOOD or (570) 588-9500, and visit www.fernwoodhotel.com. HAWLEY The Settlers Inn at Bingham Park: Welcoming visitors to the Lake Wallenpaupack region since 1927. Artfully restored craftsmanstyle hotel with 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 selection. The freshest locally grown produce, seasonal game, meats, and fish. Dine on the terrace overlooking the gardens or in the dining room. For large meetings and group events, The Undercroft Room offers a naturally comfortable setting. Special dinners and scheduled entertainment. 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 on Route 6. Call (570) 2262993 or 1-800-833-8527, and see www.thesettlersinn.com. 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. Don’t miss the H2Ooooh! Indoor Waterpark! Enjoy championship 27-hole golf, 18-hole miniature golf, 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 a movie with popcorn in the first-run movie theater. The Galleria Dining Room features a superb continental menu, Bell’ago overlooks beautiful Lake Harmony and serves fine Italian cuisine, and the Sunset Green Restaurant & Bar offers panoramic views. The Galleria Nightclub and Benchwarmers Sports Bar at the Lodge will entertain you. Convenient
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Coffee Shop, Hair Gallery, and Gift Shop. The resort offers 23 meeting rooms, 77,000 sq. ft. of exhibit area/ function space, banquet facilities, and conference services. Call 1-800255-7625 or (570) 722-9111, and visit www.splitrockresort.com. PARADISE VALLEY Crescent Lodge: An awardwinning retreat, comfortable and elegant, surrounded by the beauty of Paradise Valley. All suites and cottages have private baths, telephone, climate control, and remote control television, and many come with a fireplace, whirlpool, and outdoor deck. The inn features one of the finest restaurants in the Pocono Mountains, with an (Continued on Page 40) A
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extensive wine selection, colorful menu, daily specials, pub menu, and live piano music on weekends. Enjoy walking and fitness trails, and nearby spas, adventure park, ski area, and casino! Find it at Route 191 and Route 940; treat yourself to a quality experience, to dine or to stay. Call 1-800-392-9400 or (570) 595-7486, and visit www.crescentlodge.com. POCONO MANOR The Inn at Pocono Manor: 1,800 feet atop the Pocono Mountains since 1902, this charming year-round 3000-acre resort is your gateway to fun, nature, and relaxation. Midweek and weekend getaway plans include exceptional dining and accommodations, 36 holes of championship golf, a spacious full-service spa, lounge with entertainment, horseback riding, 2.5 miles of fly-fishing streams, sporting clays, hunting, indoor/outdoor pools, hiking trails, and special events. It’s just minutes from The Crossings Premium Outlets and Camelback Mountain Resort/CBK Mountain Adventures. Off Route 314 in Pocono Manor, via Route 940 or Route 611. Call (570) 8397111 or 1-800-233-8150, and see www.poconomanor.com.
Mountain Springs Lake Resort: Quiet and secluded resort featuring the fine pleasures of mountain living, with a pristine 76-acre lake and elegant accommodations. Authentic log and cedar cottages nestled amidst evergreens around the lake, with cozy fireplaces and full kitchens, off Mountain Springs Drive via Route 715. Enjoy nature trails, X-C skiing, biking, skating, sledding, tennis, boating, and swimming on the premises. Only a short drive to shopping, dining, attractions, and nightlife. To learn more or to place reservations, call (570) 6290251 or 1-866-629-0251; 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. Conveniently located 75 miles from New York City and 100 miles from Philadelphia in a scenic and secluded location set amidst the splendor of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Amenities include 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. Relax and unwind at Spa Shawnee! A smoke-free resort. Call (570) 424-
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SKYTOP Skytop Lodge: A refined resort for all seasons off Route 390 in a spectacular 5,500-acre setting. Affordable weekend and vacation plans feature superb dining and accommodations, championship golf, tennis, swimming pools, and naturalist-guided tours. A Bed & Breakfast Plan is available midweek, and entertainment and themed weekends are scheduled. Skytop Lodge is one of the most highly regarded destinations in the Pocono Mountains region. For information or reservations, call (570) 5957401 or 1-800-345-7759, and visit www.skytop.com. SOUTH STERLING French Manor Inn and Spa: In a serenely beautiful locale, 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. 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 spend some quiet time indoors or outdoors. 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. An ideal get-away near to Camelback Mountain Resort, shopping attractions, fine dining, spas, and a casino. 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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The Spa at Mountain Laurel Fall Special continues! The Spa at Mountain Laurel offers a 10%-off Fall Special for luxurious massages, facials, body treatments, and hydro soaks! This Week in the Poconos’ print and online readers receive the discount by bringing in the display ad, listing, or feature article from the print or online magazine, or simply by mentioning This Week in the Poconos when booking. This smoke-free spa offers a variety of massages, nail services, facials, and body treatments, as well as a complete hair salon. Great products, custom packages, and handy gift certificates are always available! Open daily within the Mountain Laurel Resort just off Route 940 in scenic White Haven, The Spa at Mountain Laurel provides top-quality, personal attention. The team of trained, experienced professionals can create a spa service that is specialized for your individual needs, and that pampers you to your heart’s delight. Dedicated staff members place your satisfaction and well-being as their utmost priorities. Be sure to mention This Week in the Poconos when scheduling, to receive your Fall Special discount on massages, facials, body treatments, and hydro soaks! Call (570) 443-9SPA (9772), and see www.spaatmountainlaurel.com.
Check out Shawnee Mountain! Shawnee Mountain Ski Area announces its premiere Art on the Mountain show and sale on Saturday, November 19th, from 11:00am to 5:00pm, inside Hope Ski Lodge. Surrounding the huge stone fireplace, over 25 regional painters, photographers, and sculptors ranging in age from 17 to 84 will show and sell their artwork with styles as different as their ages and prices to fit any budget. The Shawnee Mountain Ski Shop Pre-season Sale is also featured; purchase last season’s ski and snowboard merchandise at up to 50% off MSRP, as well as all the new gear for this year. ShawneeCraft beer samplings, wine tastings, light refreshments, and live music will be featured in the adjoining EZ Bumps Saloon! Take advantage of Shawnee’s unlimited Buddy Season Pass Sale, available for just $315.00/ person. 2011/12 improvements at Shawnee Mountain include 2 new Piston Bully Snow Cats with flex tiller groomers, 350 new pairs of Salomon skis and bindings, 350 new Flow snowboards and bindings, 300 new Burton adjustable helmets, 500 new token-operated lockers in the rental center, 100% snowmaking capabilities, wireless internet service upgrades, and new ski, snowboard, and boot lockers. Shawnee Mountain offers special events, entertainment, rentals, half pipe, terrain park, snow tubing, and ski schools and clinics for all ages and abilities. Find it just off I-80 exit 309 in Shawnee-on-Delaware; call (570) 421-7231, and check out www.shawneemt.com.
Pocono Arts Holiday Store & More Featured Artist in the PoconoArts Cultural Center/ARTSPACE Gallery through November is painter Jim Hannan. Also displayed through November are works by juried ARTSPACE artists whose creations range from painting to photography to poetry to glass. Included are Irene Bartz, JoAnn Castrillo, Sharon Cosgrove, Will Daskal, Shirley Epstein, Helen Heeren, Marlana Holsten, Alyson Doria, Linda Kreckel, John Kopp, Bud LaRosa, Maria Livrone, Don Manza, Lenore Fiore Mills, Marcos Oksenhendler, Ka-Son Reeves, Clarissa Jan Ward, and Leslie Nagy. Featured artists in the PoconoArts Cultural Center Studio Gallery are Carlo Savo and Tom Augusta. The Pocono Arts Council gallery is open daily at 18 North 7th Street, Stroudsburg.
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From November 25 through December 24, you’ll find quality, handmade gifts for sale in the festive, on-site Holiday Store, offering a wealth of fine art and crafts in a wide range of price points created by members of the Pocono Chapter of the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen! The non-profit Pocono Arts Council serves Monroe, Pike, Wayne, Lackawanna, and Luzerne counties, building the community artistically and culturally by providing leadership, service, and education with the mission Culture Builds Community. Call (570) 476-4460, email info@poconoarts.org, and view www.artspacegallery.net and www.poconoarts.org.
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international breweries, plus live music and food and craft vendors. Tickets are limited, and only ages 21+ may enter. Call 1-800-255-7625 and see www.splitrockresort.com. November 19 & 20 - From 10:00am to 3:00pm both days, attend the Annual Craft Fair in the Wallenpaupack Area High School (WAHS) gym on Route 6 east of Hawley, hosted by the Buckhorn Band Parents. Admission is $2/ person to benefit the WAHS band; kids under 12 are admitted free. Shop for topnotch handcrafted jewelry, art, woodwork, stained glass, and more; lunch is available at the concession stand. Email amdrake@ptd.net with questions. November 19 & 20 The 28th Annual Artisans’ Marketplace juried fine arts and crafts show is presented, a benefit event for Waverly Community House, 1115 North Abington Road in Waverly, from 10:00am to 5:00pm on Saturday and from 11:00am to 4:00pm on Sunday. Enjoy the work of 35+ exceptional artisans, Holiday Hearth Booth gifts, hearty luncheon and gourmet desserts, and Grandma’s Kitchen home-baked goods. In conjunction is a Holiday House Tour on Sunday from 11:00am to 4:00pm featuring local homes beautifully decorated for the holidays.
Call (570) 586-8191, and see www.waverlycomm.org.
information, call (570) 8282319 and visit www.peec.org.
November 19 & 20 - Drop into the Lodge at Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain in Lackawaxen for a big Ski Swap, benefiting Lackawaxen Volunteer Ambulance Service, from 9:00am to 5:00pm on Saturday and from 9:00am to 4:00pm on Sunday. Guenther’s Ski Haus offers equipment, clothing, and deals. For information, call (570) 685-1400 and see www.ski-bigbear.com.
November 21 - Today is the reservation deadline to attend the Eckley Miners’ Village Children’s Christmas Program, scheduled from 1:00pm to 4:00pm on Saturday, December 3. Ages 5 through 12 enjoy a wagon ride, creating 19th-century ornaments, a storyteller, and a visit by Saint Nicholas. Cost is $5.00/child and $3.00/ adult. Phone (570) 6362070 to reserve, and learn more at www. eckleyminersvillagemuseum. com.
November 19 & 20 - Grey Towers National Historic Site, Old Owego Turnpike in Milford, announces Tours of all 3 floors of the ancestral Pinchot mansion at 1:00pm and 3:00pm. Phone (570) 296-9630 and visit www.greytowers.org. November 20 - The 30th annual Great Stroudsburg Train Show of the Pocono Rail Historical Society stops at Stroudsburg Intermediate School on Chipperfield Drive in Stroudsburg from 9:00am to 2:00pm. Donation is $4.00/person; children under 12 enter free with paid adult. Call the Train Show Chairman at (570) 646-3269 for details about this popular event! November 20 - Attend the EcoZone Grand Opening from 12:00pm to 3:00pm at the Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) on Route 209 in Dingmans Ferry. Fascinating, fun, handson display exhibits/discovery rooms include a bat cave, eagles’ nest, and real black bear skeleton! For more
November 24 thru December 31 - Have a Magical Fireside Christmas at the Inn at Pocono Manor in picturesque, historic Pocono Manor. This annual extravaganza features live baby reindeer to pet, Santa and Mrs. Claus, marshmallow roasting, an open fire, horsedrawn carriage rides, train rides, Christmas finery, games, ornament-making, storytelling, cookie decorating, caroling, and more. Phone (570) 839-7111, and visit www.poconomanor.com. November 25 - Attend the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony in Stroudsburg’s Courthouse Square, sponsored by the Jacob Stroud Corporation, at 5:30pm. Bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate to Toys for Tots, take a horse-drawn carriage ride, shop, visit Santa Claus and get a photo, and enjoy hot cocoa, roasted nuts, hot cider, and handcrafted ornaments
This Week in the Poconos 43 sold by the Kiwanis Club of the Poconos-Daybreak. Call (570) 424-0325, email stbginfo@yahoo.com, and visit www.stroudsburg.net. November 25 & 26 Steamtown National Historic Site in Scranton offers Holiday Express steam train excursions departing at 11:00am and returning at 3:00pm. Phone (570) 340-5204 for tickets, and visit www.nps.gov/stea to learn more! November 26 & 27 - Pocono Mountain Arts Council presents Skytop Holiday Arts Festival, an annual fine arts/ fine crafts show and sale, in the Executive Conference Center at Skytop Resort on Route 390 in Skytop. Admission is free; hours are 10:00am to 5:00pm on Saturday and 10:00am to 3:00pm on Sunday. Call (570) 595-3157 for festival details, and visit www.skytop.com for directions and dining/lodging information. November 27 - A Hanging of the Greens Service is celebrated at 7:00pm in Mountainhome United Methodist Church, routes 390 and 191 in Mountainhome. All are welcome to attend, help out, and feel the spirit! Call (570) 595-2077 or email mountainhomechurch@ verizon.net. November 27 - Join members of the Pocono Outdoor Club for a 7mile, moderate-to-difficult Appalachian Trail - Fox Gap to Delaware Water Gap hike. Meet at 10:00am on Route 191 near Cherry Valley; call hike leader Sue Prendergast
at (570) 242-0519, and see www.poconooutdoorclub. org.
north of I-84 in Lords Valley. Call (570) 775-7355 for dinner information and hall rentals.
November 27 - Play Toy Bingo sponsored by the Our Lady of Victory RCC High School Youth Group; doors open at 12:00pm and the first game is at 1:00pm. Prizes include toys and electronics; refreshments are available. Find the church on Fish Hill Road, a mile east of Route 611 in Tannersville; phone (570) 629-4572 and see www.olvchurch.com.
November 29 - Pike County Conservation District presents a free screening of Dirt! The Movie at 7:00pm in the District Office at 556 Route 402, Blooming Grove; view a trailer at w w w. d i r t t h e m ov i e . o r g . Popcorn and refreshments are provided. Call (570) 226-8220, email lcolgan@pikepa.org, and visit www.pikeconservation.org.
November 27 - Enjoy a Roast Pork Dinner to benefit the Blooming Grove Township Volunteer Fire Department from 1:00pm to 5:00pm, including roast pork prepared your choice of 3 ways (sauerkraut, garlic, plain), potatoes, vegetables, red cabbage, dessert, and coffee or tea; BYOB. Cost is $12.00/ ages 11 and up; $5.00 ages 3-10; and, free/kids under 3. It’s at 484 Route 739, a mile
December 1 thru March 31 - The Promised Land State Park office offers a free Snowshoe Loaner Program on a first-come, day-use basis, to be used within the Park and/or Delaware State Forest from 8:00am to 3:00pm. When there are 6+ inches of snow cover, provide your valid driver’s license, wear hiking boots, bring water, and receive brief instruction (Continued on Page 44)
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from Park staff. Phone for details and availability at (570) 676-3428, email PromisedLand@pa.gov, and visit www.visitpaparks.com. December 1 - Create Your Own Christmas/Chanukah Greeting Cards from 1:00pm to 3:00pm with the Pocono Arts Council, which serves and supports the arts throughout the Pocono Mountains region with the mission “Culture Builds Community.” Led by artist Iraina Caramelli, this workshop costs just $15.00 + materials, which are supplied. Call (570) 476-4460 and see www.poconoarts.org. December 3 - Lackawanna College Environmental Institute hosts Art in Nature: Evergreen Wreaths from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Learn how to create your own wreath using natural materials, including bow-tying. Cost is $20.00/person and space is
limited. Find it within the 42acre Moffatt Estate, Route 435, Covington Township. Call (570) 842-1506, email yaniks@lackawanna.edu, and see www.lackawanna.edu/ environmentalinstitute. December 3 - Steamtown National Historic Site in Scranton offers a Holiday Express steam train excursion departing at 11:00am and returning at 3:00pm. Phone (570) 340-5204 for tickets, and visit www.nps.gov/stea to learn more! December 3 - Trinity Episcopal Church, 137 Trinity Hill Road off Route 611 just south of Mount Pocono, hosts a Christmas Bazaar from 9:00am to 1:00pm. Offered are Christmas items, jewelry, handmade articles, gifts, cakes, cookies, and lunch. Call (570) 839-9376; see www.trinitymtpocono.org. December 3 - Safe Haven Pet Rescue sponsors Visit Safe Haven Santa Claws at Berger’s Agway, Route 209 in Brodheadsville from 10:00am
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to 2:00pm. Get pictures of your pets and/or kids with Santa, and check out the great pet gifts for sale! Proceeds benefit the non-profit Safe Haven Pet Rescue. Email safehaven@epix.net and visit www.safehavenpa.org for details. December 3 - A Country Christmas Bazaar is hosted from 10:00am to 2:00pm by the Willing Workers of Paradise Valley in Keokee Chapel United Methodist Church, just off Route 940 in Paradise Valley. Enjoy crafts, a bake sale, and lunch! To reach the church, call (570) 5957048, email keokeechapel@ yahoo.com, and see www.keokeechapelumc.org. December 3 - An Intro to Snowshoeing is offered at the Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC), in Dingmans Ferry, from 9:00am to 11:00am. No experience is required; call (570) 828-2319 to reserve snowshoes; nominal fee. Visit www.peec.org. December 3 & 4 - The 21st annual Old Time Christmas at the non-profit Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, off Business Route 209 south of Stroudsburg, presents Christmas in the 1800s. Guides dressed in period clothing, a live nativity, the Belschnikel, storytelling, caroling, holiday gift shop, and more await you from 3:30pm to 7:00pm. Also scheduled for December 10 & 11. Admission is charged; save with the coupon display ad! Phone (570) 992-6161 and see www.quietvalley.org.
This Week in the Poconos 45 December 3 & 4 - From 12:00pm to 6:00pm, enjoy a Victorian Christmas Fundraiser held at the historic Eckley Miners’ Village Sharpe House near Freeland off Route 940. Experience a Victorian tea served by docents in period costume, purchase 19th-century-inspired ornaments, and take in the old-time Christmas scenes and festive spirit. Call (570) 636-2070, and see www. eckleyminersvillagemuseum. com. December 3 thru 12 The Shawnee Playhouse on River Road in Shawnee-onDelaware hosts Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker Ballet, presented by the Northeast Ballet Ensemble under the direction of Diane Verdi. Phone the playhouse box office at (570) 421-5093, email shawneeplayhouse@ hotmail.com, and see www. theshawneeplayhouse.com.
8773 or (845) 856-5696; see www.milfordbiblechurch.org. December 4 - Join members of the Pocono Outdoor Club for a moderate-todifficult, 5.4-mile hike on the Christman Trail in Beltzville State Park. Meet at 1:00pm at the trailhead on Pohopoco Drive; call hike leaders Kate Andrew and Jim Podmayersky at (570) 236-6831, and see www.poconooutdoorclub. org. December 7 - Create Your Own Unique Holiday Wreath from 1:00pm to 4:00pm with the Pocono Arts Council, which serves and supports the arts throughout the Pocono Mountains region with the mission “Culture Builds Community.” Led by artist Iraina Caramelli, this workshop costs just $15.00 +
December 3 thru 18 - Grey Towers National Historic Site, Old Owego Turnpike in Milford, announces Tours, Open House, Holiday Music, and Decorations on the grounds and within the ancestral Pinchot mansion at 1:00pm and 3:00pm. Phone (570) 296-9630 and see the complete schedule at www.greytowers.org. December 4 The Delaware Valley Choral Society will perform Handel’s Messiah at 4:00pm in Milford Bible Church, 110 Foxcroft Road in Milford. Tickets are available at the door, or in advance by calling (570) 267-
materials, which are supplied. Call (570) 476-4460 and see www.poconoarts.org. December 7 - Today is the deadline to purchase tickets to the Christmas Party hosted by the Carbon County Fair Board, scheduled for Thursday, December 15 at 6:00pm at Mahoning Valley Ambulance. Ticket purchase includes dinner, a visit from Santa, and live music by the band Old Friends; funds benefit the 2012 Carbon County Fair, a non-profit. Call (570) 325-8685, email lmcelwee2@ msn.com, and learn more at www.carboncountyfair.com. December 9 & 11 - The White Haven Community Choir performs an annual cantata, Journey of Faith, at Mountainview Community (Continued on Page 46)
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Church, 5126 North Lehigh Gorge Drive, White Haven. Friday’s performance is at 7:00pm and Sunday’s is at 6:00pm; admission is free and refreshments are served. Appropriate and enjoyable for all ages! Call (570) 443-9438 and see www.mcfmc.org. December 9, 10, & 11 - The 13th Annual Hawley Winterfest begins at 6:00pm on Friday during an Opening Ceremony with free hot chocolate at the Palmyra Township Beach. On Saturday, enjoy Holiday Ice Sculpture Carving around town, a Marshmallow Snowman Contest at Wayne Bank at 10:00am, a Sounds of the Season Concert at 11:00am in the Hawley Library, and an Open House Holiday Party at 6:30pm in Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Banquet Center; the 4th Annual Juried Arts
and Crafts Show is presented in the Hawley Silk Mill on both Saturday and Sunday. Call the Lake Wallenpaupack Visitors Center at (570) 226-2141, pick up a brochure at participating businesses in Hawley, and see www.HawleyWinterfest.com. December 10 - An Intro to Snowshoeing is offered at the Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC), in Dingmans Ferry, from 12:00pm to 3:00pm. No experience is required; call (570) 828-2319 to reserve snowshoes; nominal fee. Visit www.peec.org. December 10 - The Pike County Area Agency on Aging hosts Breakfast with Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus, at 150 Pike County Boulevard off Route 739 in Lords Valley, from 8:30am to 12:00pm. Cost is $6.00/adults and $3.00/ children; take your own photos. Snow date is December 17. Call (570) 775-5550 and see www.pikeaa.org.
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December 10 & 11 The 21st annual Old Time Christmas at the non-profit Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, off Business Route 209 south of Stroudsburg, presents Christmas in the 1800s. Guides dressed in period clothing, a live nativity, the Belschnikel, storytelling, caroling, holiday gift shop, and more await you from 3:30pm to 7:00pm. Admission is charged; save with the coupon display ad! Phone (570) 992-6161 and see www.quietvalley.org. December 10 & 11 From 12:00pm to 6:00pm, enjoy a Victorian Christmas Fundraiser held at the historic Eckley Miners’ Village Sharpe House near Freeland off Route 940. Experience a Victorian tea served by docents in period fashions, purchase 19th-century-inspired ornaments, and take in the old-time Christmas scenes and festive spirit. Call (570) 636-2070, and see www. eckleyminersvillagemuseum. com. December 18 - You’re invited to the annual Free Christmas Dinner within the spacious Mount Pocono United Methodist Church at the corner of Route 611 and Church Avenue in downtown Mount Pocono, beginning at 11:00am. Enjoy a traditional Christmas feast, with music, festivities, neighbors, and friends. Reservations are appreciated. Contact this welcoming, active community of faith at (570) 839-9902 or mtpumc@ptd.net, and visit www.mtpumc.blogspot.com.
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American Candle, a Shopping Destination Grab your best jewelry-shopping buddy, and attend a Kameleon Trunk Show on Saturday, November 26 at American Candle; you’ll receive a free gift with purchase of any Kameleon jewelry! An additional newsworthy note; the Pandora limited-edition Midnight Heart Charm becomes available to purchase as of Friday, November 25 at American Candle. While you’re there, pick up your favorite holiday Bayberry, Hollyberry, and Christmas Essence fragranced candles. Not in the area? American Candle ships anywhere! Call during business hours to order by phone, or place your order conveniently, 24/7, through the website. Limited Edition In addition to an indescribable selection of super candles Midnight Heart Charm of all sorts, American Candle carries Vera Bradley, Legends, Dept. 56, Lenox, Precious Moments, MOGO jewelry, Dansko Shoes, Charming Tails, Baggallini Handbags, stained glass, leg warmers, scarves, jackets, hats, and Snap Shoes. Choose from more than 100 barrels of delicious chocolates, gummies, hard candies, and licorice! Find it all on Route 611 in Bartonsville, exit 302 off I-80, every day. Phone (570) 629-3388, and be illuminated at www.american-candle.com!
PMAC announces Skytop Holiday Arts Festival The Pocono Mountain Arts Council (PMAC) announces its Lisa Weber Seventh Annual Skytop Holiday Arts Festival, on Saturday and Sunday, November 26 and 27. The relaxed and elegant venue, showcasing the work of 50 fine artisans and artists, is a delightful way to begin your holiday shopping! Hand-crafted work includes functional and artistic Kathy Connelly pottery, wood-turned pieces, wood art, fused and stained glass work, a variety of jewelry, furniture, fine woven ladies’ apparel and accessories, carpet bags and satchels, and hand-painted silks. Fine art will be Irene Bartz represented by traditional and digitally-enhanced photography, and by watercolor, oil, acrylics, and mixed media. Artwork of the Pocono Homeschoolers and work by students from Evergreen Community School in Cresco will be exhibited, as will the work of 2 emerging young artists, sisters Janice and Elizabeth Leslie Mulliken Negvesky of Pocono Manor. Find it all in The Executive Conference Sandy Lindstedt Center at Skytop, off Route 390 in Skytop; call (570) 595-7401 or visit www.skytop.com. Festival hours are 10:00am to 5:00pm on Saturday and 10:00am to 3:00pm on Sunday. Admission is free; phone (570) 595-3157 or email schratt@ptd.net for show details, and view PMAC online at www.poconomac.com.
Waverly Artisans’ Marketplace and House Tour The 28th annual Artisans’ Marketplace to benefit Waverly Community House takes place on Saturday, November 19 from 10:00am to 5:00pm and on Sunday, November 20 from 11:00am to 4:00pm. The Marketplace attracts more than 35 talented, juried artisans, ensuring high-quality craftsmanship and presentation. Worthy vendors are also selected to balance the overall show. Work includes a variety of photography, painting, ceramics, jewelry design, basketry, glass, sculpture, textiles, and wood. The Hearth Booth features original, limited edition gift items. Grandma’s Kitchen will offer delicious homemade baked goods to purchase for your enjoyment at home. A hearty luncheon and desserts are available both days. A highly-anticipated Holiday House Tour happens on Sunday, November 20 from 11:00am to 4:00pm, featuring 3 of the most exquisite homes in the Waverly area, delightfully decorated for the holidays. Tickets at $20.00/ person may be purchased in advance from Waverly Community House, 1115 N. Abington Road in Waverly, or at the House Tour ticket table during Marketplace. Admission to Artisans’ Marketplace is $6.00/person at the door, or $5.50/person with the display ad on page 7 of this magazine or printed from www.thisweek.net. Call (570) 586-8191x2 for detailed information, and visit www.waverlycomm.org.
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Pocono Mountains Flying Club The purpose of this non-profit club is to encourage all types of flying, training, education and camaraderie. The Pocono Mountains Flying Club provides unique membership opportunities that include the use of a Cessna 150 airplane at $50 per hour, wet. Additionally, FAA approved flight instructors (CFI) will be available to all members for an additional fee of $30 per hour. There are now two options for anyone wishing to become a member of the club. A 90 day membership is available for a ‘buy in’ of $500.00 which allows for 10 hours of plane rent at $50/hr wet to be used within 90 days. (This $50/hr charge is not part of the $500.00 ‘buy in’.) There are no monthly dues for this membership. By the conclusion of the 90 day period the membership may be converted to a full membership for a refundable $1700.00. This membership may not be resold and voting rights are precluded in this membership. Full membership requires a refundable $2200.00 ‘buy-in’ and dues of $50 per month. The membership may be resold with the club’s permission. For more information contact:
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