Summer camps for kids combine learning and fun

If you’re a kid, summertime means no school, sleeping in, and long days playing with friends. But kids’ summer camps in Pennsylvania’s Americana Region are a great way for them to spend a few days having fun while learning something new. Here are a few local camps to check out: ● The Junior…

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Things to do Memorial Day Weekend

How will you spend this Memorial Day Weekend? Are you looking for things to do or trying to fill in the gaps of a three-day itinerary? Visit Pennsylvania's Americana Region's calendar of events. Find activities for every age and interest - patriotic, cultural, outdoors, indoors and more. Check out…

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Spend summer outdoors in PA's Americana Region

Memorial Day, the unofficial start of summer, is fast approaching. For many, including me, the holiday means - time to get outside. Happily, I can think of lots of ways to spend my summer outdoors in Pennsylvania's American Region. Here are a few of my favorite outdoor activities, all great ways to…

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A Weekend of Wineries in Pennsylvania's Americana Region

Before my weekends are filled with graduation parties, weddings, and picnics, a road trip is definitely in order. I have the perfect drive in mind. There's nothing better than traveling our beautiful country roads. My destination of choice - some of my favorite wineries in Pennsylvania's Americana…

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Favorite PA Dutch Foods in PA's Americana Region

As my belly rumbles, I check the clock to find it’s almost dinnertime. I’m feeling nostalgic and in the mood for some good old-fashioned comfort food. Since I’m Pennsylvania Dutch (actually Deutsch or of German heritage) , comfort food for me is a fastnacht, ham and string beans, a Lebanon bologna…

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Dog-Friendly Fun in PA's Americana Region

Dog lovers welcome! If you love dogs, you probably like taking your pooch everywhere you go, especially in good weather! Chances are your dog wants to go with you too. No need to leave your pal behind in Pennsylvania's Americana Region. There are plenty of dog-friendly places and events for you and…

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World War II Weekend connects us to the past

Every time I see the crinkled photo of my dad in his 1940s Army uniform, it’s a remin der that tangible connections to World War II are becoming harder to experience, especially as the ranks of the soldiers who fought in it thin out. But the era of patriotration, Ike, khakis and Big Bands still…

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Penn Street Bridge

There are so many things I take for granted – like my daily commute to work. Every morning, Monday - Friday, I jump into my car, start the engine, and off I go. I follow the fastest route to my office, knowing I can be at my desk within 15 minutes of leaving home. For lots of folks in Pennsylvania's…

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