AAA Buggy Rides

Posted on June 29, 2011 by
AAA Buggy Rides

Enjoy a unique way to experience Lancaster County!

AAA Buggy Rides offers a rather unusual way to see Lancaster County back roads and learn about our Amish neighbors and their unique lifestyle.

Their drivers enlighten and entertain passengers with interesting stories and information about the Amish life. They offer a variety of horse and buggy tours: The Ultimate Four Mile Country Buggy Ride, The Five Mile Covered Bridge Ride, The Over Three Mile All Country Ride and more! You can even save a couple bucks on your fare with their online coupon.

You can find more information at the AAA Buggy Rides website or by calling 717-989-2829.

Catch their buggies at Kitchen Kettle Village in Intercourse (3529 Old Philadelphia Pike – Route 340).

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July 4th Fireworks in Lancaster County

Posted on June 27, 2011 by
Fireworks

Independence Day in Lancaster County

Independence Day is coming, and that means July 4th fireworks.

There are many locations throughout Lancaster County where you can view fireworks. Check our online listing for dates and locations so you can plan your own celebration. We also list other July 4th events, including holiday sales, a parade, a carnival, and even a demolition derby!

See our events calendar for July 4th in Lancaster County. You can also check out the entire month’s events in our July Lancaster events calendar.

We welcome your ideas and suggestions.  How do you and your family celebrate July 4th? Do you have any fun Independence Day traditions?  What makes this holiday special for you?

Twitt
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Authentic Bed & Breakfasts

Posted on June 27, 2011 by
Authentic Bed and Breakfasts

Authentic Bed and Breakfasts of Lancaster County, PA

Authentic Bed and Breakfasts of Lancaster County, PA is an association of 40 bed and breakfast inns located throughout Lancaster County. They offer a unique blend of inns, from Shaker through Victorian styles.

Many guests choose to stay at a bed and breakfast when visiting Lancaster for a shopping spree, a romantic getaway, a honeymoon retreat, or a family vacation. You can find out more about the Authentic Bed and Breakfasts from their website, their commercial, or by calling 800-552-2632.

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Homestead Guesthouse Bed & Breakfast

Posted on June 24, 2011 by
Homestead Guesthouse Bed & Breakfast - New Holland, PA

Homestead Guesthouse Bed & Breakfast - New Holland, PA

The Homestead Guesthouse Bed & Breakfast is an Amish bed and breakfast on a small dairy farm in New Holland. Come experience life on the farm! Milk and feed the cows, bottle feed the calves, gather eggs and feed the sheep, and give the children a ride on the pony. Then come inside to a big yummy breakfast served by Martha and her mother-in-law.

You’ll find Homestead Guesthouse Bed and Breakfast at 901 Peters Road in New Holland, PA 17557. Their telephone number is 717-354-8327.

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Upcoming Shows at American Music Theatre

Posted on June 23, 2011 by
American Music Theatre

American Music Theatre - Lancaster

The current running show at the American Music Theatre is “Music of the Night: The Songs of Andrew Lloyd Webber”, which runs through July 1st.

But here are some celebrity concerts and performances also appearing at AMT in the coming months:

  • June 26 – Tony Bennett
  • July 14 – “Weird Al” Yankovic
  • July 21 – Pat Benatar
  • August 4 – Kellie Pickler
  • August 23 – ZZ Top
  • August 28 – Bill Cosby

For show times and prices go to American Music Theatre.

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Cherry Lane Motel

Posted on June 23, 2011 by
Cherry Lane Motel - Lancaster County, PA

Cherry Lane Motel

Cherry Lane Motel is situated in a quite Amish farming area south of Bird-in-Hand. They have an outdoor pool, a play/picnic area, a game room and more. They offer great rates, plus discounts are available. Their large family rooms include 32” LCD TV’s, a refrigerator, and a microwave. Discount Tickets for Sight and Sound Theatre are available. They are located at the intersection of Cherry Lane and Ronks Road between Bird-in-Hand and Route 30 East, just minutes from popular attractions, outlets, and restaurants.

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Day Out With Thomas in Strasburg

Posted on June 21, 2011 by

Come see Thomas the Tank Engine™ as he visits the Strasburg Rail Road.

Thomas the Tank Engine in Strasburg

Take a ride with Thomas the Tank Engine

The full-sized operating steam locomotive Thomas the Tank Engine is in town through June 26th to greet his friends. Children and their families can take a 20-minute ride through Lancaster County’s Amish farmlands on a train pulled by Thomas himself. It’s an exciting adventure for kids of all ages.

Sir Topham Hatt will even take time away from his busy schedule to meet and take pictures with guests. There are other activities, too, such as storytelling, hand-on arts and crafts, and, of course, a souvenir or two.

Thomas the Tank Engine and his friends from the Island of Sodor have touched children’s lives for over 65 years. It is all based on The Railway Series of classic stories written by a man who loved trains and wanted a shared that love with his son.

Learn more information on this Day Out With Thomas event. Thomas departs the Strasburg station every day through Sunday, June 26th. See a complete train schedule. Tickets can be ordered online. Find directions to the Strasburg Rail Road here.

Be sure to bring your camera!

For a wonderful selection of Thomas and related merchandise, be sure to visit Thomas’ Trackside Station. You’ll find all the latest Thomas toys and collectors’ items, bedding and fabrics, party and scrapbooking supplies – over 1200 “Thomas & Friends” items under one roof! Thomas’ Trackside Station is located along Route 741 one quarter mile west of the Strasburg Rail Road in the Choo Choo Barn complex.

Thomas going away

Thomas will be back this Fall

Can’t make the train this week? Thomas will be visiting Strasburg again September 17-25 and also November 18-20.

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