Lancaster Barnstormer Tickets
May 17, 2012 | Posted by: Sarah
To celebrate the launch of the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network coming to Lancaster, our blog is giving away tickets to this Friday’s game at Clipper Magazine Stadium, where attendees will have access to new gadgets, swag, and the opportunity to experience 4G LTE which launches locally on May 17.
We’ve got two family four packs up for grabs, so to enter, tell us your favorite thing about baseball and the Lancaster Barnstormers in the comments below. We’ll choose a winner at 3pm today!! The tickets will be held at the box office, so all you need to do is show up!
Enter to win now! Good luck!
**UPDATE**
Our winners are (via Random.org, 1-15 as we have one person who commented twice) ROD and TODD!! I’ll be e-mailing you shortly to verify. Thanks for entering!
16 Comments | Category: General info | PermalinkWheatland Architecture in Lancaster, PA
May 17, 2012 | Posted by: Sarah
One of the most famous of all late Federal period houses in Lancaster County is Wheatland, the residence of James Buchanan, Pennsylvania’s only United States President. Buchanan lived there from the late 1840′s until his death in 1868.
The symmetrical facade with high, flanking wings is a sophisticated, but understated design. Characteristics of late Federal style include the large scale six-over-six window sash, the bold fanlights over doorways, and the plain cornice moldings. Influence of the Classical Revival is seen in the entry portico with its roof supported by paired Tuscan order columns. Both the floor plan and interior woodwork at Wheatland represent one of the most intact examples of the period in Pennsylvania.
Head over to Wheatland on your next trip to Lancaster, and step inside the stately home of President James Buchanan and explore the rooms, stairwells and stories where secrets and details of his political and personal life intersect. Docents in period clothing bring history to life as you walk through Wheatland, beloved home of our nation’s 15th President.
Leave a Comment | Category: Downtown Lancaster, Travel | PermalinkTags: architecture, James Buchanan, Lancaster County, Lancaster County PA, Pennsylvania, President James Buchanan's Wheatland, Wheatland House
Lancaster County Bucket List: Eat PA Dutch Style
May 11, 2012 | Posted by: Sarah
When you come to Lancaster County, you can’t help but have a PA Dutch Style meal. If you’re looking for a restaurant, check out our list here.
Leave a Comment | Category: Food | Permalink2012 BrewFest at Mount Hope Estate
May 10, 2012 | Posted by: Sarah
If you are a fan of beer, you should definitely head to the fourth annual BrewFest at Mount Hope this Saturday where more than thirty micro-breweries from the east coast will offer samples of their finest trademark ales and seasonal favorites!
Some of the new breweries this year include St. Boniface Craft Brewing Company, Otter Creek Brewing Company, Rumspringa Brewing Company and more! There will also be some new startup breweries like Out.Haus Ales, Kind Beers and Jack’s Hard Cider.
Enjoy complimentary food (brick oven pizza, Carolina Pork BBQ sliders, Cheeseburgers and fries, and more!), non-stop music on two stages, unlimited sampling, shopping and more while celebrating all that is ale at the BrewFest at Mount Hope.
Admission: $40 in advance at PaRenFaire.com (gate price $45)
Designated Driver Admission: $15 in advance (gate price $20)
*All attendees, including designated drivers, must be over the age of 21. No one under the age of 21 will be admitted into the festival including children, infants and toddlers.
Leave a Comment | Category: Events | PermalinkTags: Beer, Beer Festival, Brew Fest, Brewery, Food, Lancaster PA, PA Ren Faire
Long’s Park Summer Music Series
May 7, 2012 | Posted by: Sarah
It’s almost time for the 2012 Long’s Park Summer Music Series to begin! This summer treat yourself to 13 Sunday nights of absolutely stunning, eclectic music… including blues, jazz, bluegrass, patriotic, country, Latin jazz and more. These concerts are free, thanks to our sponsors and your support of the Long’s Park Art & Craft Festival.
Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and picnic in the park or visit our food vendors.
Long’s Park is an alcohol-free park.
The 2012 schedule has just been revealed! See it below:
- June 3: Sister Sparrow and the Dirty Birds
Gritty blues, soul, funk and garage rock - June 10: Arturo O’Farrill & the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra
Latin jazz, back by popular demand - June 17: Mia Borders
Rock, pop - June 24: Sarah Lee Guthrie & Johnny Irion
Folk/rock, “chiming guitar with soul touches” - July 1: The 257th Army Band, Cannon Brigade and Fireworks
- July 4: Allegro: The Chamber Orchestra of Lancaster
Classical - July 8: City Rhythm Band “Stan Kenton Tribute”
Big band - July 15: Victor Bailey
Jazz/pop - July 22: Dawes
California-based roots rock band - July 29: MarchFourth Marching Band
Pop/jazz/world music; marching band themed costumes, percussion and brass but far from a traditional marching band - August 5: Lunasa
“Hottest Irish acoustic group on the planet,” New York Times - August 12: Booker T
Classic Memphis soul - August 19: Joshua James
Alternative/folk/rock singer/songwriter - August 26: Michael Kaeshammer
Boogie-woogie jazz
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Tags: 2012, Lancaster County, Lancaster PA, Long's Park, Music, Music Festival, PA Dutch Country, Summer, Sundays
Burger Month at Iron Hill Brewery in Lancaster, PA
May 1, 2012 | Posted by: Sarah
Did you know that the month of May is National Burger Month? Iron Hill Brewery is featuring a different burger every day in May to celebrate! If you REALLY love burgers, Iron Hill is offering you “Five for $15,” – eat five of the 31 burgers and get a $15 gift card.
If you go, be sure to also get some sweet potato fries, if you like sweet potatoes. They are my absolute favorite side at Iron Hill, and come with three different dipping sauces!
Want to know what burgers will be served and when? Check out the list below:
May 1: Napa Valley Burger with balsamic glazed onions, black pepper chevre, tomato and arugula
May 2: Au Poivre Burger with gorgonzola cheese, caramelized onions and mushroom spread
May 3: Black and Blue Burger, blackened with gorgonzola cheese, caramelized onions, tomato and bacon
May 4: South of the Border Burger with sautéed onions and poblano peppers, bacon, guacamole, jack cheese and spicy chipotle ketchup
May 5: Smokehouse Burger with applewood-smoked bacon, smoked gouda cheese and barbequed onions
May 6: Brewmaster’s Burger with beer-braised onions, bacon, Swiss and cheddar cheeses and roasted garlic aioli
May 7: Hickory Burger, topped with house-smoked pulled pork, sharp cheddar cheese and barbeque sauce
May 8: South Philly Burger with garlicky broccoli rabe, roasted long hots and provolone and asiago cheeses
May 9: The Bumble Burger with pastrami, bacon, gruyere cheese, caramelized onions and Larry’s secret sauce
May 10: The PittsBurger with tomato, coleslaw, cheddar cheese and house cut fries piled high on a soft bun
May 11: Saltimbocca Burger with prosciutto, provolone cheese, sautéed spinach and caramelized onions
May 12: Bistro Burger with boursin cheese and herb-roasted exotic mushrooms
May 13: Mom’s Burger with exotic mushrooms, brie cheese and vine-ripened tomato
May 14: Pizza Burger with pepperoni, mozzarella and asiago cheeses and tomato sauce
May 15: Portobella Burger with fontina cheese, arugula, marinated tomatoes and horseradish sauce
May 16: Hell Fire Burger with fried green chiles, onions, pepper jack cheese and chipotle ketchup
May 17: Jammin’ Marley Burger with pineapple chutney, bacon, cheddar cheese and Jamaican barbecue sauce
May 18: Alpine Burger with fried onion rings, bacon, Swiss cheese and horseradish sauce
May 19: The Ode to Jerry Garcia Burger with “shrooms,” jack cheese, caramelized onions and roasted garlic aioli
May 20: French Onion Burger with gruyere cheese, caramelized onions, bacon and french onion dip
May 21: Yogi Bear Picnic Burger with onion rings, bacon, barbecue sauce, potato salad and American cheese
May 22: Big Haas Burger with avocado, jack cheese, red onions and roasted garlic mayonnaise
May 23: The Paris Burger with brie cheese, apples, rosemary onions, bacon and spinach
May 24: London Pub Burger, a double-decker with caramelized onions, mushrooms, cheddar cheese and brown gravy
May 25: Fresno Burger with Haas avocado, applewood-smoked bacon, gorgonzola cheese and green chile aioli
May 26: The Catalonia Burger with romesco sauce, chorizo, caramelized onions and provolone cheese
May 27: Caprese Burger with fresh mozzarella cheese, vine-ripened tomato, balsamic glaze and basil pesto
May 28: Vermont Burger with white sharp cheddar cheese, applewood-smoked bacon and maple glaze
May 29: Mediterranean Burger with Genoa salami, tomato-roasted pepper relish, pickled hot cherry peppers, feta aioli and provolone cheese
May 30: Red, White and Blue Burger with tomato jam, grilled onions, gorgonzola cheese and roasted garlic mayonnaise
May 31: Sonoma Burger with red onion jam, baby arugula and goat cheese-artichoke spread
2 Comments | Category: Food | PermalinkTags: Burger, Downtown Lancaster, Iron Hill Brewery, Lancaster County, Lancaster PA, May 2012, National Burger Month
Lancaster County Bucket List: Ride a Buggy
April 27, 2012 | Posted by: Sarah
The main mode of transportation for the Amish is to ride in a buggy, pulled by a horse. No matter the weather, you’ll see the Amish traveling here and there, especially on the back roads. Did you know that the Amish have their own version of our drivers manual? You can see a copy of one here.
If you are interested in taking a buggy ride when you come to visit Lancaster, there are many places to do so. You can look on our website in the Amish Activities section to see a sampling of where you can take buggy rides.
Leave a Comment | Category: Amish, Things to Do | PermalinkTags: Amish, Bucket List, Buggy ride, Lancaster County, Lancaster County PA, PA Dutch Country, ride a buggy
Celebrate National Pretzel Day with Snyder’s of Hanover!
April 23, 2012 | Posted by: Sarah
WHY: Snyder’s of Hanover Celebrates National Pretzel Day
WHAT: Snyder’s of Hanover has launched a social media campaign in honor of National Pretzel Day to give 10 lucky fans a Year’s Supply of Pretzels. From now through April 26, pretzel fans are encouraged to visit the Share It, Pin It, Tweet It tab on the Snyder’s of Hanover Facebook page to share the National Pretzel Day image on their Facebook, Twitter or Pinterest accounts. When the image receives at least 2,000 social shares, 10 lucky Facebook fans will be randomly selected to win a Year’s Supply of Pretzels —a case of pretzels every month for 12 months! Look for Snyder’s on Facebook at facebook.com/SnydersofHanover and on Twitter @Snyders_Hanover to follow updates and announcements about the National Pretzel Day share campaign and giveaway, and share National Pretzel Day with your friends for a chance to win. Happy National Pretzel Day!
WHEN: National Pretzel Day is April 26, 2012
5 Comments | Category: Food | PermalinkTags: Food, Lancaster County, Lancaster PA, National Pretzel Day, PA Dutch Country, Pretzels
Lancaster County Bucket List: See a show at The Fulton Theatre
April 20, 2012 | Posted by: Sarah
The Fulton Theatre is Central PA’s premier regional theatre & is a National Historic Landmark that combines Broadway caliber musicals, comedies and dramas with the grandeur of ornate Victorian architecture. Click here to visit their website, and see more about which shows are coming up this season!
Leave a Comment | Category: Downtown Lancaster, Late Night, Things to Do | PermalinkTags: Downtown Lancaster, Fulton Theatre, Lancaster PA, PA Dutch Country, theatre
Lancaster County Bucket List: Central Market
April 13, 2012 | Posted by: Sarah
Central Market is the country’s oldest continuously operating farmer’s market. It is in a beautiful 120 year old red brick building in the heart of Downtown Lancaster. You can find regional food specialties, as well as preserves, fresh flowers, dairy, specialty items and more. The one stand I just HAVE to stop at when I go is the Lancaster Juice Co. – You can enjoy squeezed, pressed and blended daily smoothies, as well as fresh made juices.
2 Comments | Category: Downtown Lancaster | PermalinkTags: Central Market, Lancaster Bucket List, Lancaster County PA, PA Dutch Country
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