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rey Towers National Historic Site will offer Holiday Mansion Tours from Monday, December 8 through Saturday, December 20. Explore all three floors of the beautifully decorated mansion during these special holiday tours. Members of the Milford Garden Club have decorated each floor to reflect a different theme. The guided tours will detail the history of the 1886 mansion and its founding residents, the Pinchot family. Tours will take place at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. each day. Admission costs $8 for adults, $7 seniors and kids $5 with ages 12 and under free. After the tours, stop by the ongoing Holiday Art Exhibit and Sale and see creative depictions of the chateauesque mansion. Browse “plein-air” paintings by the artists of Come Paint With Me. The Holiday Art Exhibit and Sale is sponsored by the US Forest Service with support from Grey Towers Heritage Association. Saturday, December 13 at 2 p.m. enjoy the sounds by members of the Dingman Delaware Elementary School Chorus as they sing holiday favorites in the Visitor Pavilion area. The Grey Towers Interpretive Gift Shop will offer exceptional savings for the holiday season. Visit the shop between December 8 and 20 to receive a 20% discount on unique holiday gifts including items from Eastern National Forests Interpretive Association and the Grey Towers Heritage Association.
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ow that ski season has officially started, let’s explore some additional fun to accompany this wonderful winter adventure sport. From spectacular holiday festivities that light up the sky to other enlightening experiences, there’s plenty of holiday excitement throughout the region... Information subject to change.
Friday, December 5: Tree Lighting Holiday on the Courthouse Square, Downtown Scranton, www. visitnepa.org. Carriage rides, hot cocoa and the annual tree lighting are set to start at 6 p.m. Saturday, December 6: Holiday for the Birds, Kettle Creek Wildlife Sanctuary, (570)629-3061, www. mcconservation.org. Help Darryl Speicher make edible decorations for the birds. Participants will help decorate the bushes with their creations, as well as, make a few to take home starting 10 a.m. Cost is $5 EE members and children under 12 then $8 for non-members. Saturday, December 6: Introduction to Astronomy with Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC), Emery Road, Dingmans Ferry, (570) 828-2319, www.peec.org. Attention turns to star gazing with some enlightening facts on the constellations in the sky from 6-7:30 p.m. Pre-registration is required with all ages welcome. Cost is $10. Saturday, December 6: Jinglebaugh Holiday Festival with Pocono Mountain Public Library and Coolbaugh Township Historical Association, Tobyhanna, (570) 894-8860. Free family friendly fun awaits with holiday music, activities and homemade goodies from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Santa arrives at 2:30. Tree lighting ceremony starts at 4 p.m.
Saturday, December 6: Shawnee Preservation Society Annual Tree Lighting at Shawnee Playhouse, Shawnee-on-the-Delaware, (570) 421-2582. This illuminating free event runs from 5-6:30 p.m. with a special visit from Santa at 5 p.m. as Victorian Carolers lend harmonious tunes. Saturday, December 6 and Sunday, December 7: 7th Annual Christmas Craft and Bake Sale at Milford United Methodist Church, Milford. Unique handmade gifts including ladder lace necklaces, quilted placemats and much more, even gifts for the birds! Creative mugs gifts for teachers only $1 each-don’t miss it. Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sunday noon to 2:30 p.m. at 206 E. Ann Street in Milford. Saturday, December 6 and Sunday, December 7: Christmas Carol Reading at Grey Towers, Milford, (570) 296-9630, www.greytowers. org. As dramatic readings were very popular in the 1800’s Grey Towers continues the tradition with its 33rd year hosting this dramatic reading to kickoff their holiday tour season. Saturday’s readings are at 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. with Sunday’s at 1 p.m. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased online. Saturdays, December 6 and 13 then Sundays, December 7 and 14: Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm hosts 24th Annual Old Time Christmas, (570) 992-6161, www.
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quietvalley.org. From 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. evenings ignite with the holiday spirit filled with storytelling, caroling, a live nativity scene and more as guest experience Christmas in the 1800’s. Cost is $10 for adults and $5 for kids ages 3-12. Sunday, December 7: Around the Campfire, Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC), Emery Road, Dingmans Ferry, (570) 8282319, www.peec.org. Enjoy a lovely evening around the campfire with S’mores and songs from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Cost is $5 with preregistration required. Sunday, December 7: Winter Ecology Hike, Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC), Emery Road, Dingmans Ferry, (570) 828-2319, www.peec. org. Learn how different plants and animals survive the winter during a wintertime hike from 10 a.m. to noon. Cost is free to members with non-members $5. All ages welcome. Friday, December 12 through Sunday, December 14: Hawley Winterfest, Hawley, www. hawleywinterfest.com. Stroll through a magnificent weekend long winter wonderland with live performances and festive fun for all ages! With shopping, theater, art exhibits and more! Saturday, December 13: HATT’s Home for the Holidays Concert, Pocono Lake United Methodist
Church in Pocono Lake, (570) 6467235, www.tobyhannatwphistory. com. Tickets are free but required. Availability started November 20. Maximum 4 tickets per family. Saturday, December 13: Pocono Wildlife Program, Kettle Creek Wildlife Sanctuary, (570)629-3061, www.mcconservation.org. Join Environmental Educator Karen Boyle to learn about the diversity of wildlife that share the Poconos with us starting at 10 a.m. EE Center members are free with nonmembers $5 and children under 12 $3. Saturday and Sunday, December 13 and 14 returning Saturday December 20: Santa Train treks into Historic Dansbury Depot Festivities, East Stroudsburg, www. eastburgalliance.com. All aboard as festivities await from a holiday train ride with departure times at 10:30 a.m. or 1:15 p.m. to a Tree Lighting Ceremony wrapping up this popular attraction. Enjoy mingling with Kris Kringle/Santa as he greets all with gifts for children under 12 traveling through Brodhead Creek Valley to Cresco. Ticket pricing and more info is available online. Sundays, December 14 and 21: Santa Claus visits Pocono Bazaar Flea Market, Marshalls Creek, (570) 223-8640, www.poconobazaar. com. Bring the little ones for a visit with Santa from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ongoing: Now through December 7, then 10th-14th, 17th-18th with December 27th rounding it off: Sculpted Ice Works presents Christmas Frozen in Ice, Lakeville, (570) 226-6246, www.sculptediceworks.com. Walk through a show freezer filled with spectacularly “cool” displays created by skilled carving craftsmen. Santa arrives December 13 during Hawley Winterfest fun! Admission is $12 for adults with children $8. Ongoing: Fridays and Saturdays, Now through December 20: The
Inn at Pocono Manor Magical Fireside Christmas, Pocono Manor, (800) 233-8150 ext 7601, www. poconomanor.com. Awaken you senses with the popular holiday time featuring, horse and wagon rides, craft and ornament making, face painting, cookie decorating and so much more including the chance for little ones to take time to tell Santa their list! Cost is $5 per person. Ongoing: Saturdays and Sundays, Now through December 21: Santa’s Winterfest at Country Junction, Lehighton, (610) 3775050, www.countryjunction.com. Making the “Most Wonderful Memories” there’ll be opportunities for pictures with Santa for allliterally! With pets welcome as well! Dress up your little princesses to come see costumed characters
Elsa & Anna! Check out their ad on page 31 for some cool savings! Ongoing: Fridays through Sundays, Now through December 23: Franklin Lions Festival of Lights Returns! Lehighton, www. FranklinTwpLions.com. A virtual “Christmas City” awaits as Phifer Ice Dam Park overflows with thousands of twinkling lights ready to immerse you in the holiday spirit! Admission is $5 for adults with kids ages 4 to 12 $2. Don’t forget to bundle up as this is an outdoor tour! Ongoing: Now to December 23: Coolbaugh Township Volunteer Fire Company Christmas Tree Sale, Tobyhanna. Offering #1 Douglas Fir #1 Frazier Fir and #1 Colorado Blues with proceeds benefitting the fire company. Fridays 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturdays & Sundays 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. with Mondays 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
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Pocono Professionals Lake Naomi Real Estate, Inc. Route 940, Pocono Pines, (800) 537-1479, (570) 646-2222, lakenaomi.com. Specializing in Lake Naomi/Timber Trails sales and vacation rentals. Surrounded by nature and nestled in mountain serenity, Lake Naomi and Timber Trails offer Pennsylvania Vacation Homes and Rentals at a great value. If you’ve ever wished for one of those perfect Pennsylvania family vacations, you’ll love Lake Naomi. It’s a place to unwind, find recreation and experience life the way it’s meant to be. If you
are considering buying a vacation or year round home in the Pennsylvania Mountains, consider Lake Naomi - Timber Trails, voted one of the “Best Residential and Recreational Communities in America.” and a “Platinum Club of America - Five Star Private Club.” Whether you’re looking for a new vacation home or simply getting away for a week or weekend, wander through and make a date to visit Lake Naomi Real Estate, Inc. Liberty Homes Custom Builders Route 940, Pocono Lake, (570) 646-4600, libertyhomesPA.com.
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Liberty Homes Custom Builders have been designing and building award-winning homes in the Pocono Mountains since 1978. Services include homebuilding, remodeling and renovations. Available properties can be found online. See website for details about Liberty’s energy-efficient, innovative home designs. Liberty Homes is an active member of the Pocono Builders Association. Pocono Mountain Lakes Realty 1578 SR 903, Jim Thorpe, (570) 267-1565; 233 Route 940, Blakeslee, (570) 234-0633, poconomountainlakes.com. Providing professional real estate services to buyers and sellers in the Poconos. Vacation rentals available. The “Rock Star Realtors” of Pocono Mountain Lakes Realty provide professional real estate services to buyers and sellers in the Poconos. Rental homes are available in multiple Pocono communities. Free listing alerts (Continued on Page 10)
(800) 537-1479 (570) 646-2222 (570) 646-5542 Fax LakeNaomi.com E-mail: Naomi@LakeNaomi.com
SALES & VACATION At the Traffic Light, Corner of RENTALS Routes 940 & 423, Pocono Pines TRAILS MARKET IS HEALTHY MEET THE TEAM! WHY THE LAKE NAOMI~TIMBER Largest Sales Staff CALL Your Agents: (While other markets around the country struggle - is this a buyer’s market?) 800 537-1479 OR 570 646-2222 Specializing in Real estate markets have always been local in See Homes for Sale & Rentalsnature. at Apartments in New York City are still commanding lof TomLake Fiers, Naomi prices, and homes in the Charlotte area are still increasing. Yet, rampant speculative building in many parts of th Broker/Director/Author www.LakeNaomi.com and Timber Trails country nearly collapsed their markets. To perpetuate the nonsense, strategic financing schemes lured custom
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While winter loving thrill seekers set out to enjoy all the Pocono Mountains has to offer; there are a few critters that prefer to take things a bit slow with sights set on hibernation— or so you may think...
This Week’s tidbit comes from The Nature Conservancy’s Bud Cook. Celebrating his 35th Anniversary with the organization; this Senior Project Manager calls the Northeast PA Chapter home after assisting TNC worldwide with partner organizations in Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Panama and Paraguay. Quite a climate change perhaps hibernation sounds pretty good to Bud about now! Did you know... Black bears aren’t true hibernators?! While they become dormant during the cold winter months; on warm, late-winter days, they may emerge seeking some sustenance.
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Blakeslee Animal Clinic Dr. Andrew J. Church, Veterinarian, Route 115, Blakeslee, (570) 643-1084, blakesleevet. com. A full-service, small animal veterinary clinic providing comprehensive medical, surgical and dental care. The office provides a broad spectrum of diagnostic procedures through in-house testing and the use of external laboratories. The staff also works closely with local practices when special diagnostic procedures are required. The facility includes a well-stocked pharmacy, in-hospital surgery
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suite, in-house, digital x-ray capabilities, and a closely supervised hospitalization area. Keiper Plumbing Company 990 Route 940 (Suite 103), Pocono Lake, (570) 646-3222, keiperplumbing@gmail.com. Residential and commercial plumbing services. Michael’s Flooring, Window, Kitchen & Bath Center Route 940, Pocono Lake, (570) 646-1502, michcarp.com. Michael’s Carpets is your one-stop shop for home improvements. Find fabulous furnishings, flooring, windows and treatments, appliances, samples and much, much more! Open Monday through Saturday. Precision Collision & Detail Center Route 940 & Stoney Hollow Road, Pocono Pines, (570) 6434099, cartesioprecisioncollision. net. “Your car is pampered with Precision!”
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Ski Prep 101 A
premier ski destination since 1946 when snowmaking was first introduced, according to USA Today’s Travel Tips, the Pocono Mountains boast a wealth of resorts that cater to every level of skier and snowboarder. As such, this winter hotspot inevitably serves as host to an equally abundant collection of professionals; adding experience to planning an exceptional day on the slopes. Mal Law of Starting Gate Action Sports welcomes the opportunity to dish out a little Ski Prep 101. Just minutes away from Shawnee Mountain, SGAS, a full service action sports shop celebrating “selling fun for 40 years,” not only considers itself a one-stop-shop for equipment like skis, snowboards and apparel, including rentals; but is the go-to for guidance. Suggesting a visit to the rental area to “try out” a set of “sliders,” is tops in Law’s list of equipment commandments before investing. Calling it an “easy way to ski” he
“The ultimate goal of carving turns”
Visit www.startinggateonline.com or call (570) 588-4807 encourages newbies “to take it slow” before conquering “the ultimate goal of carving turns.” Warmth and comfort on the slopes avoids distractions as focus is a must. He says “proper clothing is vital” pleading “no blue jeans!” Listing waterproof essentials including hats, gloves and insulated socks; he adds helmets for all ages, as a wise decision.
SGAS specialists passing a certified exam by binding manufacturers, also offer up the following facts with safety and comfort in mind: “Be sure to get your bindings tested for proper release before the season.” With snowmaking already in the works, Mal wraps up his list of laws urging not to procrastinate and head out to Starting Gate and avoid the backlog.
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Holiday Shopping Inspirations American Candle Route 611, Bartonsville, (570)6293388, american-candle.com. “More than just great candles”— candy, women’s accessories, jewelry, collectibles, home décor, gifts and more! A definite don’t miss!
A Taste of Antiques 4 U Liberty Plaza, Route 940, Pocono Lake, (570)355-5955, antiquesVA.
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Backroads Antiques 3424 Rt. 715, Henryville, (570)872-9990, backroadsantiquespa.com. “From the rare to the collectable, from primitive furniture to vintage glassware and everything in-
Bendixens Giftware Route 940 in Pocono Summit, (570)839-8795, bendixens.com. eBay store: poconocountrygifts. “Celebrating over 36 years offering a Bit of Country right here in the Poconos with an evolving line of unique American made gift ideas.”
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Crafter’s Gallery
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“A Christmas shop in the country spirit” offering crafts, wreaths, folk art, candles and more. Open weekends for the perfect shopping experience!
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6565 Interchange Road (Route 209), Lehighton, (610)377-5050, countryjunction.com. “World’s Largest General Store.”Home and garden accents, giftware, antiques, pet supplies, seasonal goods. Checkout Santa’s Winterfest and make memories for all including pets!
Country Kettle Business Route 209, Marshalls Creek, (570)421-8970, country-kettle.com. A sweet Pocono shopping destination housing 250 barrels of candy plus fine collectibles, home décor, jewelry and more!
Daley Chocolates & Supplies 2 locations along Route 940, Pocono Summit & Pocono Lake (570)839-1092, daleychocolates@ yahoo.com. The “Sweetest Spot in the Poconos! “Gourmet chocolate, candies, gift baskets and more!
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House of Candles Route 715, Henryville, (570)6291953, houseofcandles.com. See candles made at the Oldest Candle Shop of the Poconos!Selections include votives, jar candles, pillars and carved candles.Closed Sundays.
Hunter’s Gallery 237 Mt. Cobb Highway, Lake Ariel, (570) 689-7898, huntersgallery.com. Hunting and fishing equipment, archery supplies, apparel and more!
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backroadsantiquesPA.com
Pocono Cheesecake Factory Route 611, Swiftwater, (570)8396844, poconocheesecake.com. Experience “Love at First Bite” at this Pocono landmark.Gourmet cheesecakes, baked goods and more.
Second Story High-End Thrift
www.BlissBeautyAndBody.com
Owner 906 Rt. 940, Pocono Lake Tom Cruz 570 355-5955
Family-owned and operated boutique winery. Wine tastings, gift items and seasonal tours of the vineyard and Mountain View Distillery. Ages 21+
1845 West Main Street at Pocono Vendors Marketplace, Stroudsburg, (570)421-1976. Treasures fill this high-end thrift boutique! Shop stunning designer apparel, accessories, shoes, bags, furniture, artwork and more!
Starting Gate Action Sports Route 209, Bushkill, (570)5884807, startinggateonline.com. Find great gear from top-selling brands including Burton, Salomon, K2, Volcom, O’Neill, The North Face and others. Equipment rentals and servicing.
5866 Neola Rd., Stroudsburg, PA
The Village Crafter’s Gallery
Only 6 miles from the Crossings Premium Outlets
2822 Route 611, Tannersville, (570)620-0039, thevillagecraftersgallery.com. A country store and so much more! This three-story shopping destination features the work of over 30 local craftsmen. Find country décor, jewelry, pottery, furniture and unique gift items. Check out their Holiday Open House the weekend of November 22 & 23!
(570) 619-0053 Info@MountainViewVineyard.com www.MountainViewVineyard.com
BACKROADS
ANTIQUES Off Rt. 611 in Tannersville, North of The Crossings Outlets on Rt. 715. Corner of Rts. 715 & 314, One mile south of Rt. 191
OPEN THURS. THRU MON. 10AM - 5PM CLOSED TUES. & WED.
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Holley Ross Pottery Route 191, La Anna, (570) 676-3248, holleyross.com. A pottery showroom, gift shop and studio producing original works including Weeping Gold Pottery. Fiestaware, Polish Pottery and Romertopf Healthy Bakeware.
Theo B. Price Inc. Country Store Route 390, Cresco, (570) 595-2501, theobprice.com A truly unique experience featuring crafts, gourmet coffee, animal feed, folk art, hardware, lumber and building materials. Check out their ad gifting a $1 off savings on Stonewall Kitchen Products!
Cooks Tour Route 390, Mountainhome, (570) 595-0370, cookstournepa.com The go-to guru for cooking tips compliments CT’s wide selection of popular cookware and exceptional kitchen gadgets.
The Quiet Man Bookshop 1233 Route 390, Mountainhome, (570) 223-3565 New and used books and
The Quiet Man
BOOKSHOP New & Used Books Gift Items
1233 Route 390 Mountainhome, PA 18342
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quietmanbookshop.com
570 223-3565
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Bendixen’ s “Bit of Country”
Giftware
2414 Rt. 940, Pocono Summit
(570) 839-8795 bendixens.com
OPEN 7 DAYS 10AM – 5PM
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Pocono Vendors
Marketplace
1845 West Main, Stroudsburg
570 421-1976
HOURS BLACK FRIDAY thru NEW YEAR’S EVE: Seven Days a Week 10am - 6pm
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Second story high-end Thrift L.L.C.
COLD BEER TO GO
Rt. 507 Greentown
676-3373
Major Credit Cards Accepted
daily specials. BYOB. Catering available.
Crescent Lodge & Country Inn, Routes 191 & 940, Paradise Valley, (570) 595-7486, (800) 3929400, crescentlodge.com. Fine dining plus cocktail lounge with pub menu. Live piano music on weekends.
Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Restaurant, Route 507, Hawley, (570) 226-4388, ehrhardts.com. Family-owned and operated. Celebrating 70 years of hospitality on Lake Wallenpaupack. Lakeside
restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner. Live music on Friday nights.
The French Manor Inn and Spa, Huntingdon Drive, South Sterling, (570) 676-3244, (877) 720-6095, thefrenchmanor.com. Gourmet French cuisine, superb wine list and spectacular mountain views. Four-diamond AAA rating.
Mountainhome Diner, 910 Route 390, Mountainhome, (570) 595-2523. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner in a welcoming atmosphere.
Robert Christian’s Restaurant, Route 940, Pocono Lake, (570) 646-0433, robertchristianspa. com. “Charming country dining at affordable prices.” Enjoy great steaks, seafood, pasta and more!
Van Gilder’s Jubilee Restaurant & Pub in the Pines, Route 940, Pocono Pines, (570) 646-2377, breakfastking.com. The “Breakfast King,” Jubilee serves delicious breakfast every day. Lunch and dinner menus and daily specials. Great spirits and entertainment in the adjoining Pub in the Pines.
910 Rt. 390, Mountainhome, PA 18342 TEL s FAX: 570 595-2374
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Holiday
Spirit
December 12-14
A Celebration of the Season for Everyone! “Warm the spirits and fill the belly this holiday season”
HawleyWinterfest.com W Q UIET VALLEY Living Historical Farm
24 th ANNUAL
Old Time Chri stmas
DECEMBER 6th & 7th
AND
13th & 14th 2014
3:00pm 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. LIVE NATIVITY s BELSCHNIKEL s STORYTELLING CAROLING s HOLIDAY GIFT SHOP s AND MORE $10.00 Adult $5.00 Children (3-12) BE SURE TO DRESS WARMLY! Group Discounts Available - groups of 12 or more can make reservations for tours from 2:30 - 3:30 all 4 days
570-992-6161
www.quietvalley.org 3 ½ miles South of Stroudsburg, PA OFF "USINESS s &OLLOW 3IGNS
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hat makes Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Restaurant one of the region’s top spots to muster up some holiday spirit? Is it their menu? Perhaps, it’s their fun atmosphere with live bands belting out weekend rock and classic rock tunes? Calling the Hawley destination, “The perfect spot to warm the spirits and fill the belly this holiday season,” Ehrhardt’s Sarah O’Fee suggests a visit along your Hawley Winterfest rounds December 12 to 14 to judge for yourself. Commenting, “They [Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Resort] are very excited to be a part of Hawley Winterfest,” she adds an invitation to “Put on your Winter Beer’d that weekend and come out for a fun night!” A top spot on the Beer Tour, they’ve thrown in a complimentary Beer Tasting Saturday 12/13 with 3 Guys & a Beer’d Brewery. A look beyond Winterfest places the popular eatery at the forefront of travel treats for all as they take pride in offering a variety of affordable and delicious options ranging from steaks and seafood to wraps and burgers. Closing with, “[There’s] something for everyone,” O’Fee includes, “Ehrhardt’s is a great place to stop in for a bite, a live performance, or a few laughs!”
Entertainment Barley Creek Brewing Company Sullivan Trail & Camelback Road, Tannersville, (570) 629-9399, www. barleycreek.com. Great food, beer and live entertainment. Free brewery tours and beer tastings every day at 12:30 p.m. December 4: Ski Movie Screening at 7 p.m. Checkout a screening of the latest epic ski movie with this party filled with live music, drinks, food and huge giveaways! December 6: Enjoy live music 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. with Joe O’Malley December 11: Beer Dinner featuring a five course feast with brew pairings. Signups before the 9th are $44 then $50 after. December 13: Enjoy live music 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. with Gary Dillon
Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Resort Route 507, Hawley, (570) 2264388,www.ehrhardts.com. Warm up for a weekend of entertainment with PubOLympics Thursdays at 8pm. A combination of trivia and physical challenges as you go for the gold with your team. Winners receive a gold medal, a $25 gift certificate and bragging rights. Then, check out the live music Fridays and Saturday nights featuring: December 5: Wally & The Paupacks from 8 p.m. to midnight December 6: Right Side Up takes the stage 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. December 12 to 13: Hawley’s Winterfest weekend rocks with The Brian Dougherty Group 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. December 12 and Harkland December 13 from 9 p.m. to midnight.
Memorytown USA 432 Grange Road, Mt. Pocono, (570) 839-1680, www. memorytownusa.com. Live music is set for the Lakeside Bar & Grill featuring the area’s top local talent.
Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs
Charming Pocono eatery offering daily specials and live entertainment.
Highway 315, Wilkes-Barre, (570) 831-2100, www. mohegansunpocono.com. Live music, exciting nightlife, great gaming promotions and amazing live entertainment: Ruth’s Chris Steak House features: December 5: Ruth’s Chris Jazz Trio performing at 6:30 p.m. December 6: Ruth’s Chris Jazz Trio at 9:30 p.m. Bar Louie delivers 9:30 p.m. excitement: December 5: Leash December 6: That 90’s Band December 12: Breakdown Jimmy December 13: Jeanne Zano Band Breakers hosts talent each night at 9:30 p.m.: December 5: M80 December 6: Kartune December 12: The Replicants December 13: Drop Dead Sexy
The Shawnee Playhouse 552 River Rd, Shawnee-onDelaware, (570) 421-5093, www. theshawneeplayhouse.com. Affordable world-class theater presenting classical and new plays, musicals, operas, concerts and Shakespeare. Now to December 20: A Christmas Peter Pan Now to December 21: Scrooge Now to December 22: The Nutcracker Ballet
Van Gilder’s Jubilee Restaurant and Pub in the Pines Route 940, Pocono Pines, (570) 646-2377, www.breakfastking.com. Daily specials. Live entertainment on select dates.
Mountain View Vineyards 5866 Neola Road, Stroudsburg, (570) 619-0053, www. mountainviewvineyard.com. Wine tastings paired with gourmet cheeses, dips & chocolates, spirits tastings, complimentary vineyard & distillery tours every weekend, Friday Happy Hour 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Robert Christian’s Restaurant Route 940, Pocono Lake, (570) 646-0433, www.RobertChristiansPA. com.
SCROOGE WINTER 2014
Information subject to change.
through Dec. 21st
A CHRISTMAS PETER PAN through Dec. 20th
THE NUTCRACKER BALLET through Dec. 22nd
Coming Soon: THE MESSIAH SING-IN Dec. 22nd
570-421-5093
TheShawneePlayhouse.com
THE NIAGARA OF PENNSYLVANIA
Route 209, Bushkill, PA
570 588 -6682
CHECK WEBSITE FOR SPECIAL EVENTS CALENDAR
visitbushkillfalls.com MANAGED BY ARAMARK
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Sports Information subject to change.
CLIMBING CBK Mountain Adventures, Camelback Mountain Resort, Tannersville, (570) 629-1661, cbkmountainadventures.com. Swing, ride and glide through the treetops on zip lines, adventure courses and other amazing attractions! Pocono TreeVentures, Bushkill, (800) 446-0231, poconotreeventures.com. Five courses with 66 elements plus dual racing zip lines. Adventures for beginner to expert climbers. Pocono Vertical Ventures, Fernwood Resort in Bushkill, (888)337-6966, www. fernwoodresortpoconos.com. Jump, Climb, Bounce and Flip with Pocono Mountain Adventures latest attraction.
FISH AND PAY LAKES Big Brown Fish and Pay Lakes, Route 115, Effort, (570) 6290427, bigbrownfish.com. Fish three ponds filled with trout and bass! No licenses required! Equipment rentals and bait available. Children 12 and under admitted free with adult. Group rates available. Paradise Fishing Preserve, Route 191, Paradise Valley, (570) 629-0422, paradisetrout. com. Fish for trout and bass at this scenic Pocono destination! No licenses required! Children 12 and under admitted free with adult. Group rates available. FISHING BAIT & TACKLE Woehrle’s Bait Shop, Rt. 940
at Park Avenue in Mount Pocono, (570) 839-7338, woehrlesbaitshop.com. Live bait for all seasons. Celebrating over three decades in business, this complete bait shop is open every day, all year. HORSEBACK RIDING Paradise Riding Stables, Route 611, Mount Pocono, (570) 839-8340, PoconoHorses.com. Enjoy the beautiful outdoors on horseback! Guided trail rides are offered during every season, seven days a week. Fernwood Resort, Route 209, Bushkill, (888) 337-6966, fernwoodresortpoconos.com. Year-round trail rides. “Stay and Ride” packages available. (Continued on Page 24)
MEMORYTOWN ATV Winter is a GREAT Time to Tour & Explore the Woods on a MEMORYTOWN ATV !
GUIDED ATV TOURS at Open 7 Days a Week 10AM to 5PM • Reservations Suggested, Not Required • CALL FOR PRICING
570 243-8877 www.PoconoATVS.com 432 Grange Road, Mt. Pocono, PA
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KART RACING S&S Speedways Indoor GoKarts, 2727 Hamilton East, Stroudsburg, (7062 Route 209), (570) 420-5500; SSSpeedways. com. Simulating dirt, S&S offers side-by-side racing that is fun and challenging for the novice and the racing enthusiast alike! Video games, pool table, and snack bar with full view of racing. MOUNTAIN COASTERS CBK Mountain Adventures, Camelback Mountain Resort, Tannersville, (570) 629-1661, cbkmountainadventures.com. Pennsylvania’s only Mountain Coaster. Open weekends and holidays through the winter season.
PAINTBALL Fernwood Resort, Route 209, Bushkill, (888) 337-6966, fernwoodresortpoconos.com. Resort guests receive discounts for Destination Earth Pocono Paintball. Wooded park and obstacle courses open year round. All equipment provided. Kittatinny Paintball, 3854 State Route 97 Barryville New York, (800) 356-2852, kittatinny. com. Experience package savings with $10 off a river trip or zipline adventure when you sign-up for paintball! Half price camping special offers an additional discount option to select with your paintball adventure. PLAY PARKS Bushkill Falls, Route 209,
POCONOS’ BEST TICKET DEAL
MAXI-MISERS ON SALE NOW!
Bushkill, (570)588-6682, visitbushkillfalls.com. Known as the “Niagara of Pennsylvania,” Bushkill Falls features eight breathtaking waterfalls, miles of hiking trails, picnic areas, miniature golf, paddleboats and more. New this season check out the Mining Maze! Check out their website for special events! SKI AREAS Big Boulder Ski Area, South Lake Drive, Lake Harmony, (570) 443-8425, jfbb.com. 15 slopes, eight lifts and five terrain parks plus snowtubing. Camelback Mountain Resort, Camelback Road, Tannersville, (570) 629-1661, skicamelback. com. 166 skiable acres with
WINTER TIME IS FAMILY TIME!
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Ski Shawnee
34 trails all lighted for night skiing. 16 lifts and the biggest snowtubing park in the USA! Jack Frost Mountain Ski Area, Jack Frost Mountain Road, Blakeslee, (570) 443-8425, jfbb.com. 21 slopes, nine lifts and two terrain parks plus snowtubing. Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, Hollow Road, Shawnee-onDelaware, (570) 421- 7231, shawneemt.com. Family and beginner-friendly ski mountain boasting 23 trails, two terrain
parks and the Pocono Plunge snowtubing park. Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain, Karl Hope Blvd, Lackawaxen, (570) 685-1400, ski-bigbear.com. 18 trails and snowtubing. SPORTS EQUIPMENT Hunter’s Gallery, 237 Mt. Cobb Highway, Lake Ariel, (570) 689-7898, huntersgallery. com. Hunting and fishing
OPEN YEAR ROUND!
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Petting Zoo 570 839-8340 Po AND ny Rides Call
“T HE B EST L ITTLE H ORSE H OUSE IN THE P OCONOS ” HOURLY TRAIL RIDES COME RIDE WITH US!
PA R A DI S E R IDING S TA B L E S
1619 Rt. 611, Mount Pocono, PA 18344 Phone: (570) 839-8340 www.PoconoHorses.com
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equipment, archery supplies, apparel and more!
588-4807, startinggateonline. com. Sports equipment, apparel and rentals. Minutes from Shawnee Mountain.
Starting Gate Action Sports, Route 209, Bushkill (adjacent to Pocono Indian Museum), (570)
HUNTER’S GALLERY
Woehrle’s Bait Shop, Rt. 940 at Park Avenue in Mount Pocono, (570) 839-7338, woehrlesbaitshop.com. Live bait for all seasons. Celebrating over three decades in business, this complete bait shop is open every day, all year.
237 Mount Cobb Highway, Lake Ariel, PA 18436
UNIQUE GIFTS FOR All Occasions Collectibles • T-Shirts • Mugs • Pub Signs • Lamps Liberty Safes • Picture Frames • Boot Dryers
Just to Name a Few! So Many Items, You’ll Have to Stop in to See!
GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE Check For
TRAIN STATIONS
IN-STORE WEEKLY SPECIALS
570 689-7898 www.HUNTERSGALLERY.COM
Steamtown National Historic Site, 150 South Washington Avenue, Scranton, (570) 3405200, nps.gov/stea. Museums, excursions, exhibits and more!
$5.00 OFF $50.00 or More Purchase*
Tobyhanna Train Station & Museum, Route 423 in Tobyhanna, (570) 894-3338. Open Saturdays and Sundays
Just in Time for Christmas!
* EXCLUDING STATE ISSUED LICENSES EXP. 1/1/15
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1000 Dunham Dr., Dunmore, PA From points south: Rt. 380 N, Exit 1 - Tigue St. From points east: I-84 W to Rt. 380 N, Exit 1 - Tigue St.
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MAKE IT A FAMILY EXPERIENCE IN OUR 4 - SEAT WILDCATS! Reservations required for Guided Mountain Tours Some restrictions apply - Call for more details.
570 730-8131
ridelosttrails.com
LIKE US ON
from noon to 4 p.m. Recently restored station now serves as a railroad museum. TUBING Blue Lightning All-Season Tubing, Fernwood Resort, Bushkill, (888) 337-6966, fernwoodresortpoconos. com. Experience the thrill of snowtubing year round at Fernwood! This all-season attraction features two 400+’ lanes and a “magic carpet� lift.
Pocono TreeVentures, Bushkill, (800) 446-0231, poconotreeventures.com. 1,000’ dual racing zip lines and other aerial adventures.
Kittatinny Ziplines, Milford, (800) FLOAT-KC, kittatinny. com. Ask for the Zip & Battle Special for $10 off a session of paintball.
STARTING GATE ACTION SPORTS SKIS s SNOWBOARDS APPAREL s RENTALS
SELLING FUN FOR 40 YEARS! Route 209 Bushkill, Adjoining The Pocono Indian Museum & Gift Shop Just minutes from Shawnee Mountain
ZIP LINES CBK Mountain Adventures, Camelback Road, Tannersville, (570) 629-1661, cbkmountainadventures. com. 1,000’ zip lines; 4,000’ zip flyers, treetop adventure courses and more!
WOEHRLE‛S BAIT SHOP Route 940 & Park Avenue MT. POCONO
570 588-4807 startinggateonline.com FAMILY FUN ! OPEN EVERY DAY !
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THE POCONOS’ MOST COMPLETE BAIT SHOP
Closed for Winter Season
RE-OPENS MARCH 1ST
839-7338
woehrlesbaitshop.com
For State Park information, call 1-888-PA-PARKS or visit www.dcnr.state.pa.us
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Art & History Information subject to change.
Coolbaugh Township Historical Association Museum, Route 611, Tobyhanna, (570) 894-4207, coolbaughtwp.org. Military pieces, ice harvesting tools and artifacts, and early photos in the Wills Mansion.
of Gifford Pinchot. Chateauesque mansion and grounds open seasonally and for special programs. Morgan Gallery, 409 Route 940, Blakeslee, (570) 646-5333, morgangalleryonline.com. “The oldest art gallery in the Poconos.� Featuring original art by local artists.
Eckley Miners’ Village, 2 Eckley Main Street, Weatherly, (570) 6362070, eckleyminersvillagemuseum. com. Former anthracite mining community now a living museum.
Pocono Indian Museum & Gift Shop, Route 209, Bushkill, (570) 588-9338; poconoindianmuseum. com. Artifacts and crafts of Delaware River Native Americans.
Grey Towers National Historic Site, Milford, (570) 296-9630, greytowers.org. Ancestral home
Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, Quiet Valley Road Stroudsburg, (570) 992-6161,
TOBYHANNA
STATION MUSEUM Christmas Village Display
Sculpted Ice Works Factory Tour & Ice Harvest Museum, Route 590, Lakeville, (570) 2266246, sculptediceworks.com. The Poconos’ Coolest Attraction! Open year-round. Shawnee Gallery, 114 Worthington Avenue, Shawnee-on-Delaware, (570) 420-9404, shawneegallery. com. Fine arts studio, museum and store featuring local art and crafts. Steamtown National Historic Site, South Washington Avenue, Scranton, (570) 340-5200, nps. gov/stea. Living history and special exhibits; train excursions. Stroud Mansion & Library, 900 Main Street, Stroudsburg, (570) 421-7703, monroehistorical.org. Stately mansion housing Monroe County artifacts and exhibits. Tobyhanna Train Station & Museum, Route 423, Tobyhanna, (570) 894-3338. Recently restored station now serves as a railroad museum.
FREE PARKING - FREE ADMISSION
Saturdays & Sundays 12:00pm-4:00pm WEATHER PERMITTING
Route 423 in Tobyhanna
570 - 894 - 3338
quietvalley.org. An authentic Pennsylvania German farmstead open seasonally and for special events.
Tobyhanna Train Station & Museum
MORGAN GALLERY Fine Art & Picture Framing
The Oldest Art Gallery in the Poconos Original Art by Local Artists
2T s "LAKESLEE 0! 570 646-5333 morgangallery.com
Pocono Indian Museum & Gift Shop Receive 1/2 Price Adult Tour Admission Rt. 209, Bushkill with One 570-588-9338 Paid Admission
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Lodging Information subject to change. Countryside Cottages, 2863 Bartonsville Avenue, Stroudsburg, (570) 629-2131, countrysidecottages. com. Rustic mountain lodging available year round. Quaint cottages feature log-burning fireplaces, cable TV, and all the comforts of home. Crescent Lodge & Country Inn, 5854 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco, (570) 595-7486, crescentlodge.com. Classic country inn in the Poconos. All suites and cottages have private baths and climate control, and many come with a fireplace, whirlpool and outdoor deck. Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Resort, Route 507, Hawley, (570) 2264388, ehrhardts.com. Lakeside resort with motel rooms, cottages, apartments and suites. Comfortable accomodation options include spacious motel rooms and family units, stylish suites and cozy cottages. Fernwood Resort, 5785 Milford Road, Bushkill, (888) 337-6966, A
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fernwoodresortpoconos.com. Luxury villa accommodations and exciting on-site activities. Enjoy the 18-hole, par 71 golf course, daily activities and special events. French Manor Inn and Spa, 50 Huntingdon Drive, South Sterling, (877) 720-6090, thefrenchmanor. com. A beautiful stone chateau with romantic rooms and suites, an elegant dining room and a fully “green” spa.
The Resort at Mountain Springs Lake, Mountain Springs Drive, Reeders, (570) 629-0251, mslresort. com. “An enchanting Pocono resort” offering year-round mountain accommodations. The Inn at Pocono Manor, Route 314, Pocono Manor, (800) 233-8150, poconomanor.com. Links, drinks and 40 winks await at this picturesque resort not to mention fly fishing, horseback riding and more!
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culpted Ice Works carves a niche as one of the top area winter attractions freezing that success with this year’s Christmas Frozen in Ice event with dates showered throughout December. “See ice in action” as you bundle up and feast your eyes on ice carving with a tour through SIW’s Factory. Get ready for some frigid 20˚ fun as you enter a magnificent display of castles and snowmen creatively inspired by Disney’s Frozen.™ Factory Tour manager Janine Crouthamel describes the unique experience as “something to do different over the holidays” announcing the added excitement of Santa’s arrival set for December 13th from noon to 4 p.m. smack dab in the middle of Hawley
Winterfest-ivities occurring throughout Hawley and its surrounding area. Christmas Frozen in Ice won’t stand still so check out these dates: December 3rd-7th, 10th-14th, 17th-18th and 27th. Admission is $12 for adults, kids are $8 with Under 3 for free.
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or wondrous winter fun and great gift ideas, head to Country Junction with Santa’s Winterfest returning weekends now through December 21.
Welcoming all to make “the most wonderful memories;” the World’s Largest General Store transforms into a polar playground for this popular holiday event. Family-friendly festivities can be found for everyone—and they do mean everyone— with an invite going out to pet owners, as well as, the young and young at heart!
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5 p.m. with priceless photo opportunities ready to fill scrapbooks near and far. Picture this...capturing those moments when youngsters’ eyes light up as they see Santa. Or just as Elsa and Anna enter the room ready to greet little princes and princesses. Echoing her “What a wonderful world” view, Jan Everett comments on capturing the holiday spirit at Country Junction. Calling it
“the BEST place for GREAT FAMILY FUN;” she extends an invitation to join in with singing, dancing and play alongside the elves and costumed cast.
Country Junction, is easy to find! Located on Interchange Road (Route 209) in Lehighton Visit www.countryjunction.com or call (610) 377-5050
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