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TABLE OF CONTENTS
10 - Shopping
20 - Outdoor Adventure
39 - Dining
44 - Wine & Brew
50 - Golf
56 - Destination Weddings
2 SHOP 12 ATTRACTIONS / ARTS & CULTURE 19 PARKS & WATERWAYS 22 PLACES TO STAY: HOTELS 28 PLACES TO STAY: UNIQUE LODGING 30 MERCER COUNTY MAP 32 PLACES TO STAY: CAMPGROUNDS 33 CAMPING SERVICES 34 DINING / SPECIALTY FOOD 40 WINE & BREW 46 GOLF 52 WEDDINGS, MEETINGS & BANQUETS 58 COMMUNITY PARTNERS 60 HIGHER EDUCATION PHOTO CREDITS:
WaterFire Sharon (above & P.13) – Photo by Alex Bellotti / CMS Five Fillies Farm (P.53 & 56) - Photos by Natalie Williams / Sweet Art Photography Irons Mill Farmstead (Large image back cover & P. 55) - Photos by Sal & Bella Weddings A special thank you to our members and partners who provided many of the images shown in this publication!
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APPLE CASTLE 277 State Route 18 New Wilmington, PA 16142 724-652-3221 www.AppleCastle.com A sixth generation family farm and market that is open year round, featuring apples, cider, donuts, cheese, fruits, vegetables and other unique farm market items.
BRUNO FINE JEWELERS 1015 Leesburg Station Road Mercer, PA 16137 724-748-6800 or 800-559-5290 www.BrunoJewelry.com Bruno Fine Jewelers with “Diamonds By The Waterfall” – The Most Romantic & Historic Jewelry Store in the Country. Your visit will be unforgettable.
B’GIFTED 216 South Broad Street Grove City, PA 16127 724-264-4949 www.ShopBgifted.com b’gifted carries unique, beautiful and whimsical gifts. We specialize in jewelry, exclusive scarves, fabulous cards, specialty home décor, wine accessories, gourmet food and more.
THE CHEESE HOUSE Route 18 & 208 New Wilmington, PA 16142 724-946-8558 www.NWCheeseHouse.com 60 cheeses, imported, domestic and locally produced. Featuring specialty foods, Amish jams and jellies, honey, Pennsylvania pure maple syrup and unique gifts.
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Mercer County is Home to Name-Brand Outlets, Boutiques and Unique Specialty Stores COBWEBS AND COUTURE 199 Main Street Greenville, PA 16125 724-456-6690 www.Facebook.com/Cobwebs-and-Couture Cobwebs and Couture is a great place to buy gently used name brand clothes. DAFFIN’S CANDIES 496 East State Street Sharon, PA 16146 724-342-7502 or 877-323-3465 www.Daffins.com “Home of the Chocolate Kingdom”…Quality homemade chocolates handcrafted since 1949…also cards and gifts. Everyone loves the unique “Chocolate Kingdom” attraction. (See ad page 4.)
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DJ’S GREENHOUSE AND GARDENS 1004 East Lake Road Transfer, PA 16154 724-962-1230 www.DJsGreenHouse.com Growers of Annuals, Perennials, Hosta, Tropicals, Tees and Shrubs. We have a display garden and a picnic pavilion for your enjoyment. (See ad page 3.) GALLERY 29 OF SHARON 150 East State Street Sharon, PA 16146 330-647-1712 or 724-931-0604 www.Gallery29ofSharon.com Art gallery exhibiting and selling the work of 90 + regional artists. We have photography, paintings, jewelry, ceramics, glass, fiber and metalwork.
Apple Castle’s homemade donuts
GREENVILLE TOOL CO. 171 Main Street Greenville, PA 16125 724-588-8665 (tool) www.GreenvilleToolCo.com We sell new and refurbished USA made hand tools. Large selection of rare and antique hand tools. Also a nice selection of how to books.
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Home of the “Chocolate Kingdom”
Family-Owned Quality Homemade Chocolates Handcrafted Since 1949 Chocolate, Distinctive Gifts, Hallmark Cards 496 E. State Street, Sharon 724-342-2892 | daffins.com Mon.- Sat. 9-8, Sun. 11 -5
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Shop GROVE CITY PREMIUM OUTLETS 1911 Leesburg - Grove City Road Grove City, PA 16127 724-748-4770 www.PremiumOutlets.com/GroveCity Western Pennsylvania’s premiere shopping destination with over 130 outlet stores including Banana Republic, Calvin Klein, Coach, J. Crew, Michael Kors, Under Armour, Vera Bradley and many more. (See ad inside front cover.) THE HAPPY EGGPLANT GOURMET FOOD & KITCHEN SHOPPE 1526 East State Street (In the Philadelphia Candies Plaza) Hermitage, PA 16148 724-347-2030 www.HappyEggplant.com We offer an extensive selection of kitchen and cooking gadgets, equipment, ingredients, and gourmet food product lines. “If you like to cook, come in for a look!”
experience free workshop & history center tours Limited-Editions
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HULBERT’S HARDWARE 184 Main Street Greenville, PA 16125 724-588-4960 A proud purveyor of Pennsylvania Products! We also offer a wide variety of tools from Bosch, Milwaukee, and many more. Wedding
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Shop JODEN JEWELERS 144 South Broad Street Grove City, PA 16127 800-747-7552 www.Joden.com Joden Jewelers is recognized as one of the nation’s leading sources of the very finest in antique, estate and modern jewelry.
NO PLACE LIKE HOME LLC 60 West Main Street Greenville, PA 16125 724-373-8152 www.HomeGoodsConsignment.com Gently used furniture, home decor consignment shoppe. Old fashioned Milk Paint & Dixie Belle Paint retailer.
KEROLA’S CAMPERS, INC. 3610 North Hermitage Road Transfer, PA 16154 724-962-4561 www.Kerola.com
20 Main Street Ext. West Middlesex, PA 16159 724-528-9281 www.OneillCoffee.com Our signature House Blend coffee is the best value premium coffee you will find. Superb quality has been our foundation for nearly 60 years.
Lightweight RV specialist highlighting 8 brands of travel trailers & Class C motorhomes. Featuring over 30 different lines of camping gear encompassing all of your camping supply needs. MARKET SQUARE 6406 Kinsman Nickerson Road Kinsman, Ohio 44428 330-876-3178 www.MarketSquareOhio.com Large selection of used books with over 100,000 in stock, 1957 Soda Fountain, Antiques, Collectables, Specialty Foods, Estates, 20,000 Record Albums for sale and more. MEL GRATA CHEVROLET-TOYOTA 2757 East State Street Hermitage, PA 16148 724-347-7702 or 800-525-7702 www.MelGrata.com 8-Time winner of Toyota’s “President’s Award.” Mel Grata has been selling and servicing vehicles since 1985 at the same location in Hermitage, PA.
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PHILADELPHIA CANDIES INC. 1546 East State Street Hermitage, PA 16148 724-981-6341 www.PhiladelphiaCandies.com We use the finest quality ingredients available, and cook all our candy centers from scratch. When taste matters, choose over 97 years of manufacturing expertise! (See ad page 8.) REYERS SHOE STORE 40 South Water Avenue Sharon, PA 16146 724-981-2200 or 800-245-1550 www.Reyers.com America’s Largest Shoe Store. Hard-to-find sizes. Award winning service. Name brands. Great prices. (See ad page 9.) SHENANGO VALLEY MALL 3303 East State Street Hermitage, PA 16148 724-346-4564 www.ShopShenangoValleyMall.com Fully enclosed shopping center with over 40 retail shops.
SPECTACULAR SHOPPING AT THE WINNER
Located in the heart of Downtown Sharon, The Winner invites you to enjoy huge savings on the latest fashions and accessories in petite, missy, and women sizes. Four floors offer over 75,000 square feet of merchandise with new shipments daily. From luxurious eveningwear to careerwear, year-round cruisewear & swimwear, and the latest bridal, prom & homecoming gowns, nobody offers the selection or low prices like The Winner.
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Reyers Shoe Store SPECIAL-TEAS, ETC. 375 Main Street Volant, PA 16156 724-533-2629 www.SpecialTeasEtc.com Premium loose leaf & bagged teas. Our Three Thousand Leaves signature blends offer superb quality at a reasonable price. Tea accessories, unique gifts, gourmet foods & more. SUGAR MAGNOLIA MERCHANDISE 110 East State Street Sharon, PA 16146 724-815-3871 We specialize in handmade tie-dyes, but also offer unique gifts, accessories, jewelry, incense, pet items, custom orders and classes! TEENA’S QUILT SHOP 435 Quilt Shop Lane Volant, PA 16156 Amish made: Quilts, wall hangers, soaps, soy candles, baskets, Amish dolls, jams, rugs, etc. THYME IN YOUR KITCHEN 79 East State Street Sharon, PA 16146 724-704-0124 www.ThymeInYourKitchen.com Culinary boutique with a wide selection of specialty cookware, bakeware, kitchen tools and one-of-a-kind gifts. Cooking classes and private parties.
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Shop URBAN BARN 169 East State Street Sharon, PA 16146 724-308-6471 www.Facebook.com/UrbanBarnHome Vintage finds, Chalk Paint® By Annie Sloan, Miss Mustard Seed Milk Paint, Home Décor, painted furniture, paint supplies & enhancers!
WEINGARTNER’S 2701 Wilmington Road New Castle, PA 16105 724-658-6628 or 800-324-1866 www.Weingartners.com Extensive lines of unique and quality giftware, the latest in fashion and accessories from our boutique, and distinctive permanent floral designs.
VOLANT MAIN STREET SHOPS Main Street (Rte 208) Volant, PA 16156 724-533-5611 www.VolantShops.com Over 30 specialty shops, set on an olde fashioned Main St. in Amish countryside.
WENDELL AUGUST 2074 Leesburg – Grove City Road Mercer, PA 16137 724-748-9501 www.WendellAugust.com
WAREHOUSE SALES 200 West Silver Street Sharon, PA 16146 724-347-4412 www.WarehouseSales-Sharon.com A Full Service Hardware Store, specializing in plumbing, paint, window/screen repair, recycled work clothes, golf club regripping, and much more.
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America’s oldest working forge has been creating handcrafted metal giftware, one at a time, by hand, since 1923. Come, tour the Forge and be a part of history. (See ad page 5.)
THE WINNER 32 West State Street Sharon, PA 16146 724-346-9466 or 800-344-2672 www.TheWinnerOutlet.com Four floors of the latest fashions for petite, missy, and women in Prom, Homecoming, Special Occasion, Bridal, and Swim and Cruise wear. (See ad page 7.)
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Mercer County:
A Shopper’s Paradise Centrally located near Pittsburgh, Erie and Cleveland,
Just down the street from the Outlets, is Wendell August
Grove City Premium Outlets is one of America’s top 10
where you will find all kinds of hand crafted metal gifts
outlet centers. It’s a shopper’s paradise with over 130 of
including ornaments, home décor, tableware and much more.
your favorite brand name stores and a food-court with a
Grove City is known for Grove City Premium Outlets, but
large variety of menus to choose from.
there is more to Grove City than just the outlets. Olde world charm abounds in Grove City. Olde Town Grove City showcases a charming, old-fashioned downtown center with unique shops, delicious dining and even a nostalgic movie theatre. Some of the first things you notice as you stroll downtown are the wonderful murals on the buildings and the unique sculptures gracing the parking lot entrances. Visitors will love the diverse boutique and specialty shops and dining opportunities lining the streets of Olde Towne Grove City.
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Other downtown areas of Mercer County also offer outstanding shopping and getaway opportunities. The borough of Mercer sits on the highest point in the County with the majestic Mercer County courthouse towering as a beacon. Around the courthouse are numerous antique and specialty shops. The courthouse square offers an easy and scenic walk showcasing beautiful Victorian style homes lining the streets. Stop at the Mercer Mercantile and Soda Shoppe for an authentic malted milkshake or enjoy a large and impressive selection of craft beer at J. Hicks on the Square. In northern Mercer County, Greenville is a beautiful small town whose downtown has undergone a complete makeover in the last few years. Main Street flourishes with local restaurants, cafes and unique specialty stores.
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Stops such as Twin Temptations, Cobwebs and Couture, The Depot Saloon and more provide many opportunities for a special getaway experience.
From the Grove City area take a short road trip to the Sharon area of Mercer County where you’ll find Reyers, the World’s Largest Shoe Store. Reyers Shoes has the perfect size, style and brand of shoes for every occasion. Select from over 175,000 pairs of men’s, women’s and children’s shoes. While in Sharon, visit The Winner for the latest designer fashions and accessories at discount prices. Dozens of new boutique shops, arts experiences and diverse local dining options in Sharon add to your shopping enjoyment. The new line-up includes wonderful shops and restaurants such as Gallery 29, the Urban Barn, Brewtus Brewing Company and more. The welcoming atmosphere, attractive streetscapes and friendly service make downtown Sharon jump to the top of your “must do” list. To add to your shopping experience, treat yourself to a chocolate candy stop at Daffins Candies or Philadelphia Candies. Children in your group will love the free 300 feet displays at Kraynak’s Santa’s Christmasland or Easter Bunny Lane in Hermitage.
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Attractions / Arts & Culture Explore the Wonders & Adventures That Await You in Mercer County! Living Treasures Animal Park
AREA COMMUNITY THEATRE OF SHARPSVILLE 100 North Mercer Avenue, Suite B Sharpsville, PA 16150 724-815-4388 www.ACTSharpsville.org ACTS presents quality community theater in the historic 1870’s Pierce Opera House. AVENUE OF 444 FLAGS & WAR ON TERROR VETERANS MEMORIAL 2619 East State Street Hermitage, PA 16148 724-346-3818 www.AvenueOfFlags.com View one of the largest displays of American Flags flying, one for each day 53 American hostages were held captive in Iran.
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Everything from Outdoor Excitement to Museums to Holiday Fun. BIG DOG RC 482 Stoneboro Lateral Road Stoneboro, PA 16153 724-376-2379 www.BigDogRC.com Hobby shop with 3 indoor race tracks. Weekly racing. Spectators FREE! Rental cars available.
Shenango River Water Trail
CARRIED AWAY OUTFITTERS Greenville (River Rentals) Riverside Park 73 Memorial Drive Greenville, PA 16125 724-343-1313 Jamestown (Lake Rentals) 4220 East Lake Road Jamestown, PA 16134 724-343-1313 www.CarriedAwayOutfitters.com A kayak, canoe, tubes, and bicycle rental business designed to help you enjoy the beautiful outdoors. Enjoy the local waterways & trails. Life is short: Get Carried Away!
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Attractions / Arts & Culture CIRCLE K POTTERY 83 East State Street Sharon, PA 16146 724-931-9575 www.Facebook.com/CircleKPottery Provides classes, consultation, pottery supplies and equipment, kiln building and everything else that goes with clay. COOLSPRING CORN MAZE & FARM MARKET 537 Franklin Road Mercer, PA 16137 724-699-3221 www.CoolSpringMaze.com Western Pennsylvania’s autumn adventure for your family or group. Activities: corn maze, pedal tractor racetrack, haymaze, mountain slide, gemstone mining & hayride. FAIR HAVEN FARMS 206 Lee Road Grove City, PA 16127 412-848-3501 www.FairHavenFarms.net Pumpkin patch, hayrides, family fun center, punkin chunkin, corn maze. Open weekends September and October. Check website for exact dates. GREENVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY WAUGH HOUSE MUSEUM 23 West Main Street Greenville, PA 16125 724-588-3230 www.GreenvilleHistoricalSociety.org Waugh House Museum is an eight room 1826 Federal style house filled with artifacts, preserving the history of the Greenville area. Home of the 1913 Empire car. GREENVILLE CANAL MUSEUM 60 Alan Avenue Greenville, PA 16125 724-588-7540 www.GreenvilleCanalMuseum.org Showcases facts and historical information from the canal era, including a replica of the Rufus S. Reed -a typical canal boat.
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GREENVILLE RAILROAD PARK & MUSEUM 314 Main Street Greenville, PA 16125 724-588-4009 www.GreenvilleTrainMuseum.org This park boasts the largest steam switch engine ever built, a coal tender, an ore car and a caboose. Museum houses railroad memorabilia. GROVE CITY YMCA PROGRAM ARENA 543 East Main Street Grove City, PA 16127 724-458-9781 www.GroveCityYMCA.org Provides a one of a kind opportunity for sports including hockey, basketball, soccer, little league baseball and softball, rental opportunities and so much more. HARLANSBURG STATION MUSEUM OF TRANSPORTATION 424 Old Route 19 New Castle, PA 16101 724-652-9002 www.HarlansburgStation.com A replica train station with four Pennsylvania passenger cars. All forms of transportation are represented, including planes, trains, cars, trucks, trolleys, buses, boats and bikes.
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Attractions / Arts & Culture HELL’S HOLLOW HAUNT 340 Bestwick Road Mercer, PA 16137 724-662-1999 www.HellsHollowHaunt.com Seasonal Attraction.Three scares in one. 3 levels in the “Bloody Barn” the “Frightening Field of Corn” and the “Haunted Hay Wagon of Horror”. HELL’S HOLLOW WILDLIFE ADVENTURE TRAIL AT SPRING VALLEY GOLF CLUB & LODGE 496 Bestwick Road Mercer, PA 16137 724-662-1999 www.HellsHollow.com Enjoy 110 acres of wilderness and history. Hike or rent a trail buggy to follow our 4 mile trail through the woods. Check out spirit falls and the iron ore furnace built in 1838. HERMITAGE HISTORICAL SOCIETY 5465 East State Street Hermitage, PA 16148 724-877-7996 www.Hermitage.net/historicalsociety Founded in 1996 to preserve the history of Hermitage for future generations. Society’s home is Stewart House, located in Whispering Pines Park.
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IRONS MILL FARMSTEAD 252 Greenfield Road New Wilmington, PA 16142 724-946-5455 www.IronsMillFarmstead.com A wholesome fall adventure for the whole family! Mounds of pumpkins & 30+ attractions for kids from 2 to 92! KRAYNAK’S 2525 East State Street Hermitage, PA 16148 724-347-4511 www.Kraynaks.com Featuring seasonal displays Kraynak’s Santa’s Christmasland and Easter Bunnylane. 300 foot avenue of animated figures and seasonal decorations. LIVING TREASURES WILD ANIMAL PARK 268 Fox Road New Castle, PA 16101 724-924-9571 www.LTAnimalPark.com Interactive Family Fun! Feed the giraffes, ride a pony or camel, hold a kangaroo, and reach out and touch wildlife! (See ad this page.)
Sundance Arena Rodeo MERCER COUNTY GRANGE FAIR 35 Grange Fair Drive Mercer, PA 16137 724-748-3858 www.MercerCountyGrangeFair.net Annual event. Family fun, animals, rides, exhibits, fair food, parade, pony/horse pull, tractor pull, demo derby, free entertainment.
PYMATUNING DEER PARK 804 East Jamestown Road Jamestown, PA 16134 724-932-3200 www.PymatuningDeerPark.com Enjoy interaction and hands-on experiences with over 250 animals. Pony rides, train rides and much more family fun await you.
MERCER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY 119 South Pitt Street Mercer, PA 16137 724-662-3490 www.MCHSPA.org Prepare, protect, and present the history of Mercer County. Headquarters in Mercer Borough, PA. Sites throughout Mercer County. Come Visit!
SKYDIVE PENNSYLVANIA 496 Old Ash Road Mercer, PA 16137 724-748-5377 or 800-909-JUMP (5867) www.SkyDivePA.com A USPA affiliated full time commercial skydiving school. Our equipment is modern and well maintained. Experienced professional instructors.
MUNNELL RUN FARM FOUNDATION, INC. 753 Greenville Road Mercer, PA 16137 724-662-2242 www.MunnellRunFarm.org Rural culture, ecology and agricultural learning center.
STONEBORO FAIR ASSOCIATION 2381 Mercer Road Stoneboro, PA 16153 www.StoneboroFair.info Annual event held over Labor Day weekend. Milking contest, harness racing, pony rides, demo derby, entertainment, rides, fair food.
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SUNDANCE ARENA RODEO 310 Fredonia Road Fredonia, PA 16124 Phone: (724) 475-2939 www.SundanceArena.com The first Saturday night of each month, October - May at 7:30 pm. Featuring bull riding, bronco riding, barrel racing, and kids events. Heated & Indoors. (See ad on page 12.) WALDAMEER PARK & WATER WORLD 220 Peninsula Drive (Entrance to Presque Isle State Park) Erie, PA 16505 814-838-3591 www.Waldameer.com Beautiful Amusement and Water Park with rides, slides and attractions for the entire family, including the awardwinning Ravine Flyer II coaster. (See ad this page.) WATERFIRE SHARON PENNSYLVANIA 7 West State Street, Suite 301 Sharon, PA 16146 724-981-5882, Ext.111 www.WaterFireSharonPA.org WaterFire is a world renowned, multi-sensory event. Each daylong event offers music, food, and interactive arts experiences. The lighting of over fifty braziers cumulates the event. (See ad page 14.)
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Parks & Waterways MAURICE K. GODDARD STATE PARK 684 Lake Wilhelm Road Sandy Lake, PA 16145 724-253-4833 www.VisitPAParks.com This 2,856-acre park features Lake Wilhelm, and a 12.2-mile paved hiking & biking trail. Experience a wide variety of recreational activities and wildlife viewing.
Maurice K. Goddard State Park
Plunge into an outdoor adventure of hiking, biking, boating and more! BRANDY SPRINGS PARK 233 New Wilmington Road Mercer, PA 16137 724-662-2356 Brandy Springs Park features a swimming pool and plenty of space for picnicking and other outdoor events. BUHL PARK 715 Hazen Road Hermitage, PA 16148 724-981-5522 www.BuhlFarmPark.com The only free 9-hole golf course in the country. Driving range, disc golf, playgrounds, tennis courts, fitness trail, outdoor pool, and much more.
PYMATUNING STATE PARK 2660 Williamsfield Road Jamestown, PA 16134 724-932-3142 www.VisitPAParks.com Largest reservoir in Pennsylvania noted for exceptional fishing, boating and hunting. The park features modern cabins, 400 campsites, beaches and 3 marinas. RIVERSIDE PARK 45 Alan Avenue Greenville, PA 16125 724-588-4193, Ext. 402 90 acre park with pavilion rentals, ball fields, a recreation center, nature area, volleyball, trails, amphitheatre and more. SHENANGO RIVER LAKE 2442 Kelly Road Hermitage, PA 16148 724-962-7746 www.lrp.usace.army.mil/rec/lakes/shenango.htm The lake provides outdoor opportunities including picnicking, camping, nature photography, fishing, hunting, boating, water sports, and hiking an interpretive trails.
GROVE CITY COMMUNITY PARK 500 Memorial Park Drive Grove City, PA 16127 724-458-7060 Community park featuring a swimming pool, playgrounds, tennis courts, and plenty of places for a picnic.
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On land, water or air, visitors will delight in the beauty of the area’s outdoor attractions. There is something special about outdoor activities that draws families and friends closer, makes getting healthy fun and leads to an adventure you will long remember. We have identified key outdoor attractions to put on your must-do list.
mile scenic multi-use paved trail that loops around Lake Wilhelm at Maurice K. Goddard State Park. There is a lot of nature to view from this trail so don’t be surprised to see Bald Eagles, Osprey or Trumpeter Swans. Other animals that inhabit the lake are Beavers and River Otters. Have you ever explored a trail on buggy? Well you can do just that at Hells Hollow Wildlife Adventure Trail in Mercer (724-662-1999). Rent a trail buggy or hike and explore 8 miles of historical, environmental and wildlife trails. See beaver dams, deer, wild turkey and try bird watching. Explore waterfalls, and one of Mercer County’s first iron ore furnaces. See Hell’s Hollow Farm with an old stone house built in 1824 and wander thru acres of historic Indian hunting grounds.
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For high power boating, launch your vessel at the Shenango River Lake for an excitement filled day of water skiing and tubing. Areas are provided on the lake for unlimited horse power operation and water skiing as well as areas designated for electric motors, restricted horsepower and minimum wake operation. Fishing is a popular past-time in the Mercer County area with both Lake Wilhelm and Shenango River Lake offering good-size bass and quality channel catfish. Shenango River Lake attracts fishing enthusiasts for walleye, crappie and muskellunge. In addition, thousands of anglers are drawn to the dam’s overflow area for the trout fishery which is stocked year-round by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. For the adventurous, SkydivePA offers skydiving taught by experienced, professional instructors. Skydive
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There are numerous smaller trails for your enjoyment including: the 2.54 mile Trout Island Trail in Sharpsville. This trail passes through woodland, farmland and travel adjacent to the Shenango Valley dam. In addition there are several self-guided nature trails managed by Shenango River Lake. Scouts, organized groups, families and friends can enjoy paddling down the newly opened channel on Shenango River. The total water trail is 23 miles and there are numerous launch points. Enjoy 8 miles of the water trail from Pymatuning Reservoir to Riverside Park in Greenville. Carried Away Outfitters (724-456-7334) has a fleet of kayaks and canoes for rent to enjoy local waterways & lakes.
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Stay The Perfect Mercer County Escape Includes an Overnight Stay! Hampton Inn & Suites Sharon
BEST WESTERN PENN OHIO INN & SUITES 6828 Commerce Drive Hubbard, OH 44425 330-534-5100 or 1-800-WESTERN www.BestWestern.com/pennohioinnandsuites Spacious guestrooms complimented by a professional and courteous staff. Many added amenities from our heated indoor pool and Jacuzzi to our complimentary breakfast. CANDLEWOOD SUITES GROVE CITY, PA 37 Holiday Boulevard Grove City, PA 16137 724-748-6900 www.CandlewoodSuites.com/GroveCityPA New all-suites extended stay hotel with full kitchens in all rooms, free guest laundry, weekly housekeeping, and pet friendly. (See ad page 24.)
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CIANCI’S MOTEL AND SUITES 399 Mercer Road Greenville, PA 16125 724-588-8550 www.CiancisMotel.com Wi-Fi, HBO, renovated rooms, two large suites, video surveillance, business center, picnic area, walking trail and more. COMFORT INN GROVE CITY 118 Garrett Drive Grove City, PA 16127 724-748-1005 or 800-228-5150 www.ComfortInn.com “Gold Award Winning”- continental breakfast-indoor heated pool-fitness center; group rates with 10 or more rooms; across from Grove City Premium Outlets.
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A getaway to Mercer County is not only fun, it’s affordable. COMFORT INN MERCER 835 Perry Highway Mercer, PA 16137 724-748-3030 The Comfort Inn, Mercer has an indoor pool and Jacuzzi. We are 8 miles from Grove City Premium Outlets. ECONO LODGE 2810 South Hermitage Road Hermitage, PA 16148 724-979-4330 www.ChoiceHotels.com Free Continental Breakfast, free wireless high-speed Internet access, free weekday newspaper, free local calls, free coffee available 24 hrs. Pets welcome.
ELEPHANT & CASTLE INN 1923 Leesburg-Grove City Road Grove City, PA 16127 724-748-0103 www.ElephantCastle.com/Grove_City Located next door to the Grove City Premium Outlets. Offering 12 Rooms, including suites & handicapped rooms, includes free continental breakfast. HAMPTON INN & SUITES GROVE CITY, PA 4 Holiday Boulevard Mercer, PA 16137 724-748-5744 www.GroveCitySuites.HamptonInn.com The perfect location for shopping, business and college travelers. Featuring beer and wine in the Suite Shop and On The House Deluxe Hot Breakfast. (See ad page 24.)
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Stay HAMPTON INN & SUITES SHARON 58 Winner Lane West Middlesex, PA 16159 724-528-3030 www.SharonSuites.HamptonInn.com New hotel off I-80 at exit 4B. Free deluxe continental breakfast, free high speed wireless internet. Enjoy our fitness center, indoor pool, and business center. (See ad page 27.) HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS GROVE CITY, PA 21 Holiday Boulevard Mercer, PA 16137 724-748-5514 www.HIExpress.com/GroveCityPA Relax at our newly renovated hotel featuring a complimentary Deluxe Hot Breakfast, indoor pool, and free high speed wireless internet. (See ad page 24.)
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HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES SHARON/ HERMITAGE 3060 Spangler Road West Middlesex, PA 16159 724-982-4600 or 888-465-4329 Enjoy the hospitality at the Award-Winning Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Sharon-Hermitage, PA. Just off I-80 at exit 4B. MONROE HEIGHTS HOTEL 2049 Leesburg-Grove City Road Grove City, PA 16127 724-748-9920 Offering 120 modern rooms and suites. Deluxe continental breakfast in the morning, free wireless internet as well as free long distance. PARK INN BY RADISSON, SHARON 3377 New Castle Road West Middlesex, PA 16159 724-528-2501 www.Radisson.com/WestMiddlesexPA Great location-Only full service hotel in the area. Newly renovated and minutes away from great area attractions, golf and shopping. (See ad page 27.)
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Stay PARK MOTEL 1334 West Main Street Grove City, PA 16127 724-458-8850 Clean, comfortable, reasonable prices. Close to: Outlet mall/shopping, golf courses, fishing lakes and restaurants. QUALITY INN HERMITAGE 3200 South Hermitage Road Hermitage, PA 16148 724-981-1530 www.ChoiceHotels.com We offer free hot deluxe continental breakfast, onsite restaurant, golf packages, free 24 hour coffee, news paper, internet. Group rates available. RED ROOF INN & SUITES 2700 Wilson Road Hermitage, PA 16148 724-342-7200 www.RedRoofInnHermitage.com Over 60 rooms. Offering a free deluxe continental breakfast and an indoor heated pool.
ROYAL MOTEL HERMITAGE 301 South Hermitage Road Hermitage, PA 16148 724-347-5546 Free WIFI, refrigerator, microwave, hairdryer in all rooms. Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence 2014, 2015, 2016 Winner. No pets allowed. Low daily, weekly rates. SUPER 8 MOTEL WEST MIDDLESEX 3369 New Castle Road West Middlesex, PA 16159 724-528-3888 or 800-800-8000 www.Super8.com 52 rooms including King, Queen, Two Queen, Jacuzzi Suite and a Hospitality Suite. Continental breakfast, cable TV including free HBO, free Wi-Fi. TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT GROVE CITY/ MERCER OUTLETS 231 Westside Square Drive Mercer, PA 16137 724-748-6322 www.marriott.com/FKLTS Just steps away from the Grove City Premium Outlets. Our spacious suites with fully equipped kitchens let you experience our “Real Living Culture”
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Unique Lodging BUHL MANSION GUESTHOUSE & SPA 422 East State Street Sharon, PA 16146 724-346-3046 or 866-345-BUHL www.BuhlMansion.com This castle is one of America’s Top Romantic Inns. 10 exquisite guestrooms, world-class spa, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. (See ad page 27.)
HOLLYWOOD LITTLE ACRES BED & BREAKFAST 128 Orangeville Road Greenville, PA 16125 724-885-0118 www.HollywoodLittleAcres.com Contemporary home, five bedrooms, sleeps 10 - 12. Sits on 7 acres with ponds, treehouse, gym and tikibar. Accommodates events up to 50 people.
CASA DACOSTA BED & BREAKFAST 116 West Market Street Mercer, PA 16137 724-662-5681 www.casadacosta.net Offering great food, comfortable lodging & turn of the century nostalgia!
JULIA’S BED & BREAKFAST ON PINE LAKES GOLF CLUB 6219 West Liberty Street Hubbard, OH 44425 877-534-6789 www.GolfPineLakes.com or www.JuliasBB.com AAA 4 Diamond B & B with Jacuzzi suites, dinners, massages and golf packages available with over 20 golf courses to choose.
DREAM HORSE GUESTHOUSE BED AND BREAKFAST 9532 State Route 7 Kinsman, OH 44428 330-876-0428 www.DreamHorseGuesthouse.com Pet/Horse/Family/Friendly…an historic timber frame barn B&B in the Pymatuning Lake resort area of Northeast Ohio.
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THE LODGE AT SPRING VALLEY 496 Bestwick Road Mercer, PA 16137 724-662-1999 or 866-507-1406 www.GolfSpringValley.com Stay in our 1872 restored barn or the Farm House. Relax in the hot tub or heated pool. Enjoy a delicious homemade dinner in the barn or on fabulous decks.
Stay THE MANSION & CHALET AT PINE LAKES GOLF CLUB 1438 B West Liberty Street Hubbard, OH 44425 877-534-6789 www.GolfPineLakes.com “The Mansion & Chalet” accommodates up to 32 golfers and includes HD TV’s and pool tables. Dinners available. We book packages with 10 lodging and 20 courses. (See ad on page 48.) PLANT’S HERB FARM BED & BREAKFAST 104 South Foster Road Mercer, PA 16137 724-301-3273 www.PlantsHerbFarm.com A rustic log cabin, two guest rooms, modern conveniences, private bathrooms. Minutes from shopping, golfing, dining, wineries and sightseeing. SEVEN SISTERS BED & BREAKFAST AT MCEWEN FALLS 810 Hamburg Road Fredonia, PA 16124 724-475-2918 www.SevenSistersBandB.com A relaxing country retreat centrally located to Grove City Outlets, golf courses, wineries, Amish, Sharon area and more. “Halfway between Mercer & Greenville ½ Mile off Route 58.”
TARA-A COUNTRY INN 2844 Lake Road Clark, PA 16113 724-962-3535 or 800-782-2803 www.Tara-Inn.com 1854 inn themed on Gone With The Wind. 27 luxurious guestrooms with fireplaces and Jacuzzi tubs, gourmet and casual dining. (See ad page 27.) TERRA NOVA HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST 322 West Poplar Street Grove City, PA 16127 724-450-0712 www.TerraNovaHouse.com 1901 Victorian style B&B offering unique guest rooms with private bathrooms and great amenities. Located in the heart of Grove City. WESTER FARM BED & BREAKFAST COTTAGES 165 Haun Road Jamestown, PA 16134 877-373-4640 www.WesterFarm.com All-season cottages near the dairy complex in a wooded area overlooking a ravine. A full farmer’s breakfast is served. WESTERN PA BED & BREAKFAST ASSOCIATION www.WesternPABandB.com Organization of B&B owners, with unique homes, rustic cabins, and many great inns. Come stay with us, enjoy our hospitality and relax with us!
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Stay Campgrounds CAMP WILHELM CAMPGROUND 1401 Creek Road Clarks Mills, PA 16114 724-253-2886 www.CampWilhelm.com Family campground located next to Lake Wilhelm and Maurice K. Goddard State Park. Attractions nearby: fishing, Wilhelm Winery, 12 ½ mile bike and hiking trail, Grove City Premium Outlets, cabin rentals. FARMA FAMILY CAMPGROUND 87 Hughey Road Greenville, PA 16125 724-253-4535 www.FarmaParks.com Family Campground on 110 acres. 250 sites with water, electric, sewer & Wi-Fi. Amenities include: camp store, modern restrooms, hot showers and more!
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GODDARD PARK VACATIONLAND CAMPGROUND 867 Georgetown Road Sandy Lake, PA 16145 724-253-4645 www.Vacationland-Campground.com 602 site campground that accommodate seasonal, weekenders, overnighters and large rigs. Seven newly constructed cabins. Two pools, bocce, tennis and horseshoe pits, planned activities. MERCER/GROVE CITY KOA 1337 Butler Pike Mercer, PA 16137 724-748-3160 www.MercerKOA.com Big rig campsites, cabins, closest campground to Grove City Premium Outlets. Overnight, weekend and destination campers all welcome. (See ad this page.)
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ROCKY SPRINGS CAMPGROUND 84 Rocky Springs Road Mercer, PA 16137 724-662-1568 www.RockySpringsCampground.com Quiet family camping with swimming – fishing – and also pet friendly – camp for a weekend or stay the season. ROSE POINT PARK - CABINS & CAMPING 8775 Old US 422 New Castle, PA 16101 724-924-2415 www.RosePointPark.com Family camping just off I-79 exit 99. Enjoy our heated pool, fish the Slippery Rock Creek. Charming log cabins, yurts & camp sites. SHENANGO VALLEY RV PARK 559 East Crestview Drive Transfer, PA 16154 724-962-9800 www.ShenangoValleyRVPark.com Big Rigs rated. Large sites, pets welcome, with all the amenities you need and want. Premium family cabin rentals. YOGI BEAR’S JELLYSTONE PARK AT KOZY REST 449 Campground Road Harrisville, PA 16038 724-735-2417 www.PittsburghJellystone.com An award-winning, family-centered campground in Harrisville, PA. The camp-resort offers tent sites, full-hookup campsites for RVs and full service luxury rental cabins. (See ad this page.)
Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park At Kozy Rest
Camping Services KEROLA’S CAMPER STORE 3610 North Hermitage Road Transfer, PA 16154 724-962-4561 www.Kerola.com Lightweight RV specialist highlighting 8 brands of travel trailers & Class C motorhomes. Featuring over 30 different lines of camping gear encompassing all of your camping supply needs.
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Dining / Specialty Foods Experience Unique Cuisine... Sure to Thrill Your Tastebuds! Iron Bridge Inn
APOLLO MAENNERCHOR OF SHARON, PA 391 South Dock Street Sharon, PA 16146 724-308-6599 Features a traditional “Bierstube” and restored festhalle. Offers the finest German drink, food and live nightly entertainment in a welcoming atmosphere. ASHLEY’S GOURMET DINING AT TARA-A COUNTRY INN 2844 Lake Road Clark, PA 16113 724-962-3535 or 800-782-2803 www.Tara-Inn.com Offering the experience of a lifetime with a seven-course gourmet meal by candlelight with white glove service. (Fri & Sat, jacket and tie required).
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THE BENT FORK: A FUSION OF TWO PALATES 31 Sixth Avenue Greenville, PA 16125 724-638-8008 www.TheBentFork-Greenville.com A unique, imaginative atmosphere that mixes our love of creating simple and delicious dishes, with our love of art. Change the way you dine, get Bent! BREAKFAST AT TIFFANY’S 45 South Walnut Street Sharpsville, PA 16150 724-962-1366 www.BreakfastAtTiffanysDiner.com The home of the colossal “Man Hole Cover” pancake! We strive to stand apart from the “chain restaurants.”
Nonni’s Corner Trattoria
From hot wings and cold drinks to fine gourmet meals, Mercer County offers something for every appetite. CRAVINGS CAFE AND CREAMERY 76 Shenango Avenue Sharon, PA 16146 724-981-1473 www.Facebook.com/cravingspa A one stop shop for all things sweet & local! Penn State ice cream, O’Neill coffee & candy from Philadelphia Candies. (Rent for Parties!) THE CRYSTAL ROOM AT THE PARK INN BY RADISSON 3377 New Castle Road West Middlesex, PA 16159 724-528-2501 www.ParkInn.com/sharon Classic American cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner served in the Crystal Room. Unwind in J.W.’s Other Club withsignature cocktails, brews, food and entertainment.
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DONNA’S DINER 10 West State Street Sharon, PA 16146 724-346-7373 www.Donnas-Diner.com 1950s style diner serving good old fashioned comfort food: burgers, fries, malts, shakes! Private parties & groups with advanced notice. (See ad page 35.) ELEPHANT & CASTLE PUB AND RESTAURANT 1923 Leesburg-Grove City Road Grove City, PA 16127 724-748-1010 www.ElephantCastle.com Traditional British Pub, next to Grove City Premium Outlets, serving “Bangers, Beans & Mash”, “Shepherd’s Pie and Fish & Chips. Over 75 different beers! FRESH GROUNDS COFFEHOUSE 172 Main Street Greenville, PA 16125 724-588-8171 www.FreshGroundsCoffeeHouse.com Fresh Grounds offers a variety of excellently handcrafted beverages. Enjoy our relaxing atmosphere, Sans MOCO art gallery and accommodating staff.
Dining / Specialty Foods HAITIAN SENSATION 869 East State Street Sharon, PA 16146 724-813-0241 www.HaitianSensationCoffee.com Haitian Sensation is more than a great coffee shop and Caribbean restaurant. This is a coffee shop with a mission. All profits are used to improve the lives of those in Haiti and locally. HICKORY BAR & GRILLE 1645 North Hermitage Road (Rte 18) Hermitage, PA 16148 724-962-1775 www.Springfields.com Full service dining featuring Beef, Pork, Poultry, Seafood, Pastas, Burgers, Sandwiches, Soup & Salads, Appetizers and incredible Desserts. Open 7 days. (See ad page 36.) HOSS’S STEAK & SEA HOUSE 1948 Leesburg-Grove City Road Grove City, PA 16127 724-748-4099 www.Hosss.com Family Steak and Seafood Restaurant.
IRON BRIDGE INN 1438 Perry Highway (Rte 19) Mercer, PA 16137 724-748-3626 www.Springfields.com Rustic Comfort and Casual. Serving our famous Prime Rib. Steaks, Seafood, Sandwiches, Soup & Salads. Fabulous Sunday Brunch. Open 7 Days. (See ad page 36.) J. HICKS ON THE SQUARE 117 North Diamond Street Mercer, PA 16137 724-662-1401 www.Facebook.com/JHickssquare Offers the largest selection of craft beer in Mercer County. 18 taps, a wide variety of craft bottles & cans, fully stocked bar, full kitchen and live music. MERCER MERCANTILE & SODA SHOPPE 108 North Pitt Street Mercer, PA 16137 724-662-2231 1880s tin ceiling, antique Coke machine, 1956 juke box, sodas, authentic malted milk shakes, chili dogs, and penny novelty candy.
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Dining / Specialty Foods MONTANA’S RIB & CHOP HOUSE 3176 East State Street Hermitage, PA 16148 724-308-6220 www.RibAndChopHouse.com Known for serving Babyback Ribs, Certified Angus Beef Steaks & Premium Seafood. Multiple seating areas designed to accommodate your every dining need.
SWEET JEANIE’S, LLC 241 South Broad Street Grove City, PA 16127 724-432-2990 www.fb.me/happiestplaceintown Homemade ice cream, custom sandwiches, handcut fries, homemade onion rings, shakes, sundaes, banana splits. Great atmosphere. Happiest Place in Town!
NONNI’S CORNER TRATTORIA 251 South Broad Street Grove City, PA 16127 724-264-4337 www.NonnisCornerTrattoria.com Conveniently located in downtown Grove City, Nonni’s offers a remarkable dining experience with authentic southern Italian cuisine in an elegant atmosphere.
THE TAVERN ON THE SQUARE RESTAURANT 108 North Market Street New Wilmington, PA 16142 724-946-2020 www.TheTavernOnTheSquare.BlogSpot.com
QUAKER STEAK & LUBE® SHARON: THE ORIGINAL 101 Chestnut Street Sharon, PA 16146 724-981-WING (9464) www.QuakerSteakAndLube.com Family Fun Dining, Award winning food. Open 365 days. All you can eat every Tuesday.
TWIN TEMPTATIONS BAKERY & CAFE 290 Main Street Greenville, PA 16125 724-588-1929 www.TwinTemptationsBakery.com Cupcakes, cakes, donuts, bagels and much more.
In the heart of Amish country step back in time and enjoy old fashioned cooking. The Tavern boasts six dining rooms, gift shoppe and bakery.
RACHEL’S ROADHOUSE 1553 Perry Highway (Rte 19) Mercer, PA 16137 724-748-3193 www.Springfields.com Country Victorian and Casual. Daily Lunch and Dinner Specials. Steaks, Seafood, Soups & Salads, Sandwiches and Great Desserts. Open 7 Days. (See ad page 36.) STONEWALL’S TAVERN AT TARA - A COUNTRY INN 2844 Lake Road Clark, PA 16113 724-962-3535 or 800-782-2803 www.Tara-Inn.com Cozy and casual with stone walls, and hand-hewn beam ceilings, serving the finest in steaks, seafoods and other exceptional meals. (7 days, casual attire).
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Foodie Tourism Takes Center Stage in Mercer County Ashley’s Gourmet Dining at Tara-A Country Inn For many, food has become as central to their travel plans as scenery and attractions. Sampling authentic cuisine, making a personal connection with the city or taking cooking classes with celebrated chefs is the new travel agenda. Well, Mercer County has culinary stops that will delight the taste buds. Some favorites on the courthouse square in Mercer are J. Hicks on the Square and Mercer Mercantile & Soda Shoppe. A few miles from the courthouse square; Rachel’s Roadhouse and Iron Bridge Inn are huge favorites. Take a scenic drive to Amish country and stop for a fabulous meal at the Tavern On the Square in New
Montana’s Rib & Chop House
Wilmington. Greenville promises many opportunities to entice your taste buds and teach you what makes local products so
Beautiful Downtown Sharon is a perfect for that easy stroll along the Shenango River sampling diverse local fare. Thyme In Your Kitchen offers cooking classes from novice to expert. Local chefs lead class participants through the process of preparing a meal to be enjoyed at the end of the class. So get a group of friends together and sign up (reservations are required) to prepare your own special meal. Other amazing foodie stops in the Sharon area include Apollo Maennerchor of Sharon, Brewtus Brewing Company,
special. The Bent Fork, Fresh Grounds Coffee House and Café and Twin Temptations Bakery and Café are just a few of the places you don’t want to miss. The foodie lover will enjoy the authentic Italian cuisine in an elegant atmosphere at Nonni’s Corner Trattoria in Olde Town Grove City and a stop at Sweet Jeanie’s for tasty sandwiches, fries and old fashioned ice cream sodas. The Grove City area is also home to The Elephant and Castle Pub & Restaurant and Hoss’s Steak and Sea House.
Cravings Café and Creamery, Donna’s Diner, Haitian Sensation, and The Original Quaker Steak & Lube. Travel to the Hermitage area of Mercer County for more great options: Montana’s Rib and Chop House, Stone Church Pizza House and Brew Pub and Hickory Bar and Grille. Sharpsville is known for Breakfast At Tiffany’s. Just a few miles outside of Hermitage and Sharpsville, Tara - A Country Inn showcases three unique restaurants.
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BREWTUS BREWING COMPANY 23 Chestnut Avenue Sharon, PA 16146 724-308-6293 www.BrewtusBrewing.com Brewed on premise microbrewery and restaurant serving quality hand crafted beers, farm to table beef all from a scratch kitchen! We also have weekly entertainment and host events such as weddings.
CONNEAUT CELLARS WINERY & DISTILLERY 12005 Conneaut Lake Road, Rte 322 Conneaut Lake, PA 16316 814-382-3999 www.ConneautCellarsWinery.com Tradition of excellence since 1982, over 20 award winning wines, sparkling wines, hard ciders, ports, distilled spirits, free samples, tours, picnic pavilion, gift shop. (See ad page 41.)
BREW 32 CRAFT BREWERY 5253 Old Pulaski Road New Wilmington, PA 16142 www.Brew32Craft.com 10 beers on tap from traditional stouts, unique shady and even our Jalapeno Mango. Food menu and live music every Friday night.
THE DEPOT SALOON 9 South Race Street Greenville, PA 16125 724-588-4201 www.depotsaloon.com Premium craft brewery in historic downtown Greenville, PA, with at least six varieties of beer on tap. Pulled pork and ox roast sandwiches and homemade soups.
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Gather a group of your closest friends to sample regionally produced wines & craft brews. FRACTURED GRAPE 115 Neshannock Avenue New Wilmington PA 16142 724-901-1234 www.FracturedGrape.com Sit back, relax, and enjoy a glass or a bottle of our specialty wines, because for each bottle or glass you purchase we donate a portion to a charity that is searching for a cure. KINGVIEW MEAD HALL 57 Moneck Lane Springfield Township, PA 16156 412-335-0070 www.KingViewMead.com Projected opening date Fall 2017. Be one with nature as you enjoy our award-winning meads, wines and ciders on our beautiful 30 acre old growth lands.
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KNOCKIN NOGGIN 550 Main Street Volant PA 16156 724-704-0662 www.KnockinNoggin.com Knockin Noggin is a hard cidery and winery themed around Sir Isaac Newton’s discovery of gravity. Located in the Volant Mill in the heart of Volant.
Webb Winery
LAGO WINERY 4218 East lake Road Jamestown PA 16134 724-932-2182 www.LagoWinery.com Family owned Lago Inn & Winery is located on a 200 year old estate nestled in the slopes above Pymatuning Lake. Food available: wood fired homemade dough made fresh daily. MORTALS KEY BREWING COMPANY 4224 East Lake Road Jamestown, PA 16134 724-932-1080 www.MortalsKey.com We’ve combined old world recipes with the finest ingredients, small batch care and an artistic nonconformity to create a beer worthy of your free time.
Conneaut Cellars Winery & Distillery
NOVA CELLARS WINERY 1474 State Route 208 Pulaski, PA 16143 724-230-6686 www.NovaCellars.com A wide variety of fine wines ranging from dry to sweet as well as a full homemade food menu. STONE CHURCH PIZZA HOUSE AND BREW PUB 600 South Hermitage Road Hermitage, PA 16148 724-308-7770 www.StoneChurchBrewPub.com Located in a unique church setting, SCB creates their own craft-brew beers, wood fired pizzas accompanied with a full menu.
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Wine & Brew VOLANT WINERY 1229 Main Street Volant, PA 16156 724-533-2500 www.VolantWinery.com Experience great wine in the quaint town of Volant. Select a special gift or a favorite bottle to enjoy. WEBB WINERY, LLC 2978 South Hermitage Road Hermitage, PA 16148 724-856-2770 www.WebbWinery.com A boutique winery offering exceptional, handcrafted wines in a pleasant atmosphere. From whites to reds and dry to sweet, we have a wine for every palette.
Wilhelm Winery
WILHELM WINERY 590 Georgetown Road Hadley, PA 16130 724-253-3700 www.WilhelmWinery.com Wilhelm Winery features free tastings, discounts by the case, antique Wine-Making Museum, gift and wine accessory area, tours, wine festivals and more.
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Eight Wineries and Five Breweries set the scene for hours of fun and adventure along the Mercer County Wine and Brew Trail.
trail that is receiving rave reviews. Groups that have been on the trail are very excited. Comments from a group consisting of mothers and daughters from the Pittsburgh area were “We loved the tour and we will be back.� Gather your group (minimum of 4) and we will put together a customized itinerary that is sure to thrill you. The cost per person is just $60.00 and gives the group door to door transportation (to and from your hotel and all stops in between) and up to 8 hours on the Wine and Brew Trail. Tastings are offered free or at a minimal charge at all of the stops. Meals and live entertainment are available at many of the stops. The vistas on the trail are amazing with several located along waterways or in scenic towns and
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Retail Tasting Sites: Volant Winery showcases their retail location directly in front of Grove City Premium Outlets at 1891 B Leesburg Rd. Grove City. Wilhelm Winery provides a retail tasting site at their Outlet Store located at 2130 East State St. Hermitage.
Contact 724-346-3771 or mcpa@VisitMercerCountyPA to get started planning a special wine and brew experience on the Mercer County PA Wine and Brew Trail. Three day advance notice required.
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Golf A Mecca for Golfers Looking for Great Courses and Great Value Tam O’ Shanter Golf Course
AVALON AT BUHL PARK 1030 Forker Boulevard Hermitage, PA 16148 724-704-8801 www.AvalonGCC.com/golfpagebuhl.asp Buhl Park is a classic country club golf course that plays from 5450 yards to 6369 yards. GREEN MEADOWS GOLF COURSE 193 Green Meadows Lane Volant, PA 16156 724-530-7330 www.GolfGreenMeadows.com 2 large practice greens, 3 large outing pavilions, indoor banquet facilities. Golf packages with area hotels. Minutes from Grove City Premium Outlets.
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OAK TREE GOLF CLUB 48 State Line Road West Middlesex, PA 16159 724-528-9984 www.OakTree-CC.com Located midway between Pittsburgh and Cleveland. Selected as the 2nd Best Public Course in Western PA by the Pittsburgh Post Gazette. PINE GROVE GOLF COURSE 38 Fairway Drive Grove City, PA 16127 724-458-8394 www.PineGroveGolf.com A classic layout, rated 4 stars by Golf Digest. Located a short distance from I-79 & I-80, minutes from Grove City Premium Outlets.
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Play, stay and find out for yourself why Mercer County is the Perfect Golf Escape. PINE HILL GOLF COURSE 263 Leech Road Greenville, PA 16125 724-588-8053 18 hole scenic public golf course. Golf specials, outing rates and packages with area hotels. Season passes available. PINE LAKES GOLF CLUB & RESORT 6233 West Liberty Street Hubbard, OH 44425 Golf Packages 877-534-6789 Golf Only 888-746-3525 www.GolfPineLakes.com Golf Digest 4 ½ Stars, 4 Diamond Lodging. We book golf packages or day trips with 10 lodging and 24 courses to choose. Located between Cleveland and Pittsburgh. (See ad page 48.)
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Golf SPRING VALLEY GOLF AND LODGE 496 Bestwick Road Mercer, PA 16137 724-662-1999 or 866-507-1406 www.GolfSpringValley.com 18 holes of breathtaking views, surrounded by rolling farm country. Come on home to the days of friendly, personalized service and a really fun round of golf.
WILLOW HILLS GOLF CENTER INC. 109 George Junior Road Grove City, PA 16127 724-748-3375 www.WillowHillsGolf.com www.Facebook.com/WillowHillsGolfCenterInc Golf Driving Range, 18-Hole Putt, 9-Hole Golf Course Par-3, Baseball Batting Range, Family Fun for All.
TAM O’ SHANTER GOLF COURSE 2961 South Hermitage Road Hermitage, PA 16148 724-981-3552 www.TamoShanterPA.com Golf Digest 4 Star Rated. Voted “Best of the Best Golf Shops” 2003 PGA National Merchandiser of the Year. Golf packages with area hotels.
YANKEE RUN GOLF COURSE 7610 Warren-Sharon Road Brookfield, OH 44403 330-448-8096 or 800-446-5346 www.YankeeRun.com Come play our “4 ½ star rating by Golf Digest Magazine” golf course. Three time national award winner.
Pine Lakes Golf Club & Resort
Avalon Golf & Country Club at Buhl
Green Meadows Golf Course
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Golf
The Mercer County Region has received rankings by
The Mercer County Golf Trail travels from the Grove City Area of Mercer County to the Shenango Valley and bordering Ohio area.
Golf Digest as one of “The Top Ten Best Golf Towns in the USA”. With perfectly manicured fairways, sprawling landscapes and challenging terrain it’s no wonder that we received this distinction. Our region’s impressive Golf Digest ranking was based on the following criteria: • Number of public courses per capita • Number of total courses per capita • Number of public course per avid player • A ‘value’ component that includes average fee, average star ranking and value ranking from
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There is no shortage of golf courses or challenging holes in Mercer County. Here you will find a variety of 4 and 4 ½ star courses within a half hour or less drive from one another. Our area is a mecca for golfers looking for great
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courses and great value. The low greens fees offer some
customized stay and play packages
of the most competitive and affordable pricing you will
to suit all size groups.
find anywhere in the U.S.A. The rolling terrains, perfectly manicured greens and tree-lined fairways are a beauty to behold and a pleasure to play. Excellent golf packages are offered through area
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accommodations. Groups, couples and individuals can
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enjoy a relaxing golfing experience with all the planning
yourself why we are one of America’s
completed for them. A full range of packages are offered with all of the amenities that the group desires.
top golf destinations.
Accommodation choices include top rated hotels and inns, resorts, unique lodging and RV parks. Your accommodation will be glad to give you the insider tips on the best restaurants and bars for your evening pleasure.
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Weddings, Meetings & Banquets Amazing and Memorable Events are Created in Mercer County Tara - A Country Inn
BUHL MANSION GUESTHOUSE & SPA 422 East State Street Sharon, PA 16146 724-346-3046 or 866-345-BUHL www.BuhlMansion.com This 1890s mansion offers unparalleled service and complete privacy with its “Castle for a Day” package. Perfect for executive retreats or Castle weddings for up to 120. Onsite full-service spa. COMFORT INN MERCER 835 Perry Highway Mercer, PA 16137 724-748-3030 Three meeting rooms that can be converted to one large room. Meeting space for up to 100 people.
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THE CORINTHIAN BANQUET HALL AND EVENT CENTER 47 Vine Avenue Sharon, PA 16146 724-983-9020 www.Corinthian-Event.com The Corinthian is a banquet halle & event center catering to the needs of parties up to 350. FIVE FILLIES FARM, LLC 3207 State Route 208 New Wilmington, PA 16142 724-944-3154 www.FiveFilliesFarm.com The setting is a timber frame barn built in 1905 and restored to its original structure in 2012-2013. The barn is 3,300 square feet and comfortably seats 200 guests, with plenty of room for dinner and dancing.
Five Fillies Farm
Host your wedding, family celebration or business event in a variety of settings and first-rate facilities. GROVE CITY COUNTRY CLUB 73 Country Club Road Grove City, PA 16127 724-748-4912 www.GroveCityCountryClub.com With a large ballroom and distinctive rooms, our banquet and bar facility can accommodate every group from a small breakfast meeting to a wedding party of 250 guests.
HICKORY BAR & GRILLE 1645 North Hermitage Road (Rte 18) Hermitage, PA 16148 724-962-1775 www.Springfields.com Our private dining room can accommodate up to 40 guests. Casual atmosphere perfect for rehearsal dinners, showers, reunions and business meetings.
HAMPTON INN & SUITES GROVE CITY, PA 4 Holiday Boulevard Mercer, PA 16137 724-748-5744 Ext. 3 www.GroveCitySuites.HamptonInn.com Flexible meeting and event space accommodates 72 people. Perfect for corporate meetings, training seminars, baby/bridal showers, and holiday parties.
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS GROVE CITY, PA 21 Holiday Boulevard Mercer, PA 16137 724-748-5514 Ext. 3 www.HIExpress.com/GroveCityPA Private meeting room for up to 32 people and boardroom accommodating 10 people with executive chairs.
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IRONS MILL FARMSTEAD 252 Greenfield Road New Wilmington, PA 16142 724-946-5455 www.IronsMillFarmsteadWeddings.com Lovely restored barn in a pastoral setting lit with sparkling crystal chandeliers creates the perfect location for your wedding, reception or anniversary party.
Hampton Inn & Suites Grove City, PA
JULIA’S BED & BREAKFAST ON PINE LAKES GOLF CLUB 6219 West Liberty Street Hubbard, OH 44425 877-534-6789 www.GolfPineLakes.com or www.JuliasBB.com Meetings, showers, banquets and weddings. Accommodating from 4 to 300 people. The triple gazebo spans 120 feet. THE LEGACY CONFERENCE AND EVENTS CENTER 1946 Mercer Grove City Road Mercer, PA 16137 724-748-3640 www.LegacyBanquetCenter.com Elegant country setting for most any event from weddings to conferences. Delicious catering and full service event planning. We customize your event to your desires!
Julia’s Bed & Breakfast On Pine Lakes Golf Club
MCKEEVER ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING CENTER 55 McKeever Lane Sandy Lake, PA 16145 724-376-1000 www.McKeever.org Residential environmental educational facility, retreat and conference center with lodging for 150 overnight guests, auditorium, dining hall, classrooms, meeting rooms and two outdoor amphitheaters. PARK INN BY RADISSON, SHARON 3377 New Castle Road West Middlesex, PA 16159 724-528-2501 www.Radisson.com/WestMiddlesexPA Ballroom seating up to 500 guests, 2 executive board rooms. 3 meeting rooms each accommodating 50 guests.
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Weddings, Meetings & Banquets QUAKER STEAK & LUBE & TULLY’S 101 Chestnut Street Sharon, PA 16146 724-981-WING (9464) www.QuakerSteakAndLube.com Private room accommodations up to 200 guests. TARA - A COUNTRY INN 2844 Lake Road Clark, PA 16113 724-962-3535 or 800-782-2803 www.Tara-Inn.com Themed on “Gone With the Wind”, this 1854 mansion offers 27 luxurious guestrooms, gourmet or casual dining, fairy-tale weddings and corporate events up to 150. Indoor and outdoor pools. THIEL COLLEGE - THE GLEN JOHNSON COMMUNITY AND TRAINING CENTER 75 College Avenue Greenville, PA 16125 724-589-2000 or 800-24-Thiel www.Thiel.edu For corporate groups, non-profit organizations, clubs and professional societies seeking a functional learning environment complete with the instructional technology to make any event a success.
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SPRING VALLEY GOLF AND LODGE 496 Bestwick Road Mercer, PA 16137 724-662-1999 or 866-507-1406 www.GolfSpringValley.com Book your next reunion, party, shower, banquet or business meeting at Spring Valley. Enjoy customized breakfast, lunch, dinner or appetizers in our restored barn or on our beautiful patio. WEBER CATERING & EVENTS, LLC 305 Easy Street New Wilmington, PA 16142 724-301-2829 www.WhitingWeber.com Full service catering and event planning company serving the Mercer County area and beyond! Exclusive access to area venues: Barns, halls, parks, private estates and more.
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Beautiful Surroundings
for Your Wonderful Wedding The variety of settings you can choose from include a
Mercer County is known as an amazing wedding destination.
castle, signature farm weddings, lavish gardens, outdoor scenic areas, unique country inn, or traditional banquet facilities. From an intimate elopement to a grand reception and everything in between Mercer County has the perfect venue for your special day. Buhl Mansion Guesthouse and Spa offers a host of luxurious amenities for an extraordinary “castle wedding�. The Parlour, Carriage House, Gardens and Greenhouse are all spectacular surroundings for your wedding ceremony and reception. Wedding guests will love the world-class spa as well as the luxurious themed rooms with fireplaces and Jacuzzis.
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Five Fillies, weddings are held in a 1905 timber frame barn that has been restored to its original structure. DJ’s Greenhouse & Garden provide a wonderful backdrop of gardens and tree lined landscapes to create special wedding memories. Other outdoor scenic surroundings include weddings at Julia’s Bed and Breakfast where a 120 ft. Triple Gazebo and golf greens make for perfect picture moments. Tara - A Country Inn was inspired by the movie Gone
Amazing celebrations are created in Mercer County. We make it easy to plan the wedding of your dreams. The location of Mercer County affords easy access from three major interstates: I-79, I-80 and I-376 in western Pennsylvania.
With the Wind. The grounds at Tara offer picture perfect vistas for an extraordinary wedding. The inn features 27 luxurious themed rooms, indoor and outdoor heated pools, three restaurants, an extensive wine cellar and a décor to delight the senses. There is no shortage of Traditional Banquet and Wedding Facilities in Mercer County. The Buhl Timblin Casino Ballroom features a graceful spacious air-conditioned room surrounded by verandas with spectacular views of Lake Julia and its fountain. The floor to ceiling windows and overhead skylights add to the brightness and attractive decor. The Corinthian is a three story building showcasing the charm from the early 1900s. They can host receptions up to 350. The Legacy Banquet and Conference Center has a location overlooking scenic countryside. Grove City Country Club offers both indoor and outdoor options. You can have a wedding at sunset outside under the trees on the lake or in a classy banquet room. Park Inn by Radisson Sharon pledges that your special day is sure to be an absolute success. They showcase an elaborate celebration for 400 in the Grand Ballroom or an intimate ceremony in a small event room.
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ANDERSON COACH & TRAVEL 1 Anderson Plaza Greenville, PA 16125 800-345-3435 www.GoAnderson.com In its 80th year of business, Anderson Coach & Travel offers individual and group tours, charter and school bus services. CITY OF FARRELL 500 Roemer Boulevard Farrell, PA 16121 724-983-2703 www.CityOfFarrell.com Farrell is an ethnically diverse community in southwestern Mercer County. CITY OF HERMITAGE 800 North Hermitage Road Hermitage, PA 16148 724-981-0800 www.Hermitage.net Enjoy small town living with the cultural and recreational opportunities of larger cities nearby. Home of many unique shops. CITY OF SHARON 155 West Connelly Boulevard Sharon, PA 16146 724-983-3220 www.CityOfSharon.net Sharon is home to a premier health system, heavy industrial plants, high-tech businesses, over 30 churches of various denominations and a campus branch of Penn State University.
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FIRST NATIONAL BANK 7 West State Street Sharon, PA 16146 724-983-3684 www.FNB-Online.com First National Bank offers a wide range of financial solutions, from banking, to investments, to insurance. GREENVILLE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 182 Main Street Greenville, PA 16125 724-588-7150 www.GreenvilleChamber-PA.com Visit our website for a comprehensive list of community events and information on the Chamber and its members. GROVE CITY AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 119 Broad Street Grove City, PA 16127 724-458-6410 www.ShopGroveCity.com The Grove City Area Chamber of Commerce is a private, non- profit, membership-driven organization with nearly 300 businesses. I-80 EAST WELCOME CENTER 205 Harbarka Road West Middlesex, PA 16159 724-981-6972 PA Welcome Centers provide information about Pennsylvania attractions as well as the latest road and weather conditions. A free accommodation reservation service is also provided. JAMESTOWN FUTURE FOUNDATION, INC. 210 Liberty Street Jamestown, PA 16134 Private non-profit organization that promotes community development in the Jamestown, PA area.
MERCER AREA BOOMTOWN 143 North Diamond Street Mercer, PA 16137 724-662-4185 Community organization that fosters quality family life, and promotes job growth. MERCER AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 143 North Diamond Street Mercer, PA 16137 724-662-4185 www.MercerAreaChamber.com The chamber is an association that advocates, promotes and networks for the growth of business and industry in the Mercer Area. MERCER COUNTY COOPERATIVE EXTENSION 463 North Perry Highway Mercer, PA 16137 724-662-3141 www.Mercer.Extension.PSU.edu Provides educational programs and learning opportunities in agriculture, nutrition, food safety, family strengths, community development, and youth development. MERCER COUNTY TRAILS ASSOCIATION P.O. Box 1553 Hermitage, PA 16148 724-301-6993 www.MCTRAILS.org A non- profit organization formed with the primary mission of developing and maintaining multi-use trails in Mercer County. MUNNELL RUN FARM FOUNDATION, INC. 753 Greenville Road Mercer, PA 16137 724-662-2242 www.MunnellRunFarm.org Where people of all ages and abilities can find inspiration in nature, agriculture and rural heritage. NEW WILMINGTON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE P.O. Box 241 New Wilmington, PA 16142 724-946-5074 www.NewWilmington.biz A non-profit organization committed to community development and the promotion of businesses in New Wilmington, PA area. OLDE TOWN GROVE CITY 118 South Center Street Grove City, PA 16127 724-458-0301 www.OldeTownGroveCity.com A non-profit organization committed to creating a better downtown Grove City through economic initiatives, promotional efforts and physical improvements.
PREMIER TOUR AND TRAVEL 499 North Hermitage Road, Suite B Hermitage, PA 16148 724-342-4546 or Toll Free 877-788-8747 www.PremierTourandTravel.com Providing Fun Travel in Mercer County since 1999. Working with your group to find the best trip available. SHARON REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM 740 East State Street Sharon, PA 16146 724-983-3911 www.SharonRegional.com Sharon Regional is Mercer County’s largest hospital & health care system. Advanced health care service provided at the main campus in Sharon and 21 satellite facilities. SHENANGO CONSERVANCY 753 Greenville Road Mercer, PA 16137 724-662-2242 The Shenango Conservancy is a non-profit corporation that work primarily for the upkeep of the Kidd’s Mill Bridge Park and the Shenango Trail. SHENANGO RIVER WATCHERS P.O. Box 986 Sharon, PA 16146 724-342-5453 The Shenango River Watchers is a non-profit watershed group formed to restore and protect the environmental, scenic, and recreational attributes of the Shenango River Watershed. SHENANGO VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 41 Chestnut Avenue Sharon, PA 16146 724-981-5880 www.SVChamber.com The Shenango Valley Chamber seeks to connect members with the local business community while encouraging business growth and providing assistance to new companies. UPMC HORIZON Greenville 110 North Main Street Greenville, PA 16125 724-588-2100 Shenango Valley 2200 Memorial Drive Farrell, PA 16121 724-981-3500 www.UPMCHorizon.com UPMC Horizon is a full-service, academic community hospital with campuses in Greenville and the Shenango Valley.
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Higher Education
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Explore New Possibilities with a Top Shelf Education in Mercer County
GROVE CITY COLLEGE 100 Campus Drive Grove City, PA 16127 724-458-2000 www.GCC.edu Grove City College is one of the nation’s best liberal arts and sciences colleges and a beacon of independence and academic freedom. (See ad inside back cover.)
THIEL COLLEGE 75 College Avenue Greenville, PA 16125 724-589-2000 or 800-24-Thiel www.Thiel.edu Thiel College is a private, liberal arts institution that provides a great balance of academic challenge, social involvement and exceptional value to its students.
PENN STATE SHENANGO 147 Shenango Avenue Sharon, PA 16146 724-983-2803 www.Shenango.PSU.edu We offer baccalaureate and associate degrees and the first two years of 160 Penn State majors. Ask about our $3,000 for 3.0 GPA!
WESTMINSTER COLLEGE 319 South Market Street New Wilmington, PA 16172 724-946-8761 or 800-942-8033 www.Westminster.edu Westminster College is one of the top liberal arts colleges in the country. Visit www.Westminster.edu to learn more.
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Amazing Weddings ARE CREATED IN
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Our destinations offer exceptional surroundings to make your dreams of that special wedding day come true.
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