Posts From: November 2017

Holiday spirit in PA’s Americana Region

By Lisa Haggerty on Nov. 30, 2017

Top 5 Things to do this Weekend in Pennsylvania's Americana Region Catch some holiday spirit in Pennsylvania’s Americana Region. This weekend, find an amazing offering of seasonal events from one end of Berks County to the other. Choose from holiday light displays, Santa train rides, Christmas shows…

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Potato Filling & PA's Americana Region

By Lisa Haggerty on Nov. 21, 2017

What would Thanksgiving be without potato filling? In Pennsylvania’s Americana Region, this yummy dish graces many a Thanksgiving table, and for that I am grateful. Of course I like the standard fare - turkey, sweet potatoes, assorted vegetables, and pies, but it is this PA Dutch dish that makes my…

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Santa arrives this weekend in PA's Americana Region

By Lisa Haggerty on Nov. 17, 2017

Here comes Santa Claus! Finally, the long wait is over. This weekend, Santa Claus makes his first public appearance in Pennsylvania’s American Region at the Annual Holiday Parade. And, what a perfect way for Santa to arrive! Following the pageantry of floats, marching bands, public dignitaries, and…

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A Different Kind of Thanksgiving

By Lisa Haggerty on Nov. 15, 2017

A Different Kind of Thanksgiving Celebration By Cindy Ross I steady the tray of warm cornbread as I walk across the orchard in the November twilight. The 22-foot canvas tipi looms in front of me, beautifully lit up from the glowing fire inside. Native American flute music fills the air. As I push…

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ReadingFilmFEST is Tops in PA’s Americana Region

By Lisa Haggerty on Nov. 08, 2017

Action, drama, comedy, rom-com, fantasy, no matter the genre, I love movies. This weekend, I get to take my passion for cinema a step further at ReadingFilmFEST. For the third year in a row, the event invites locals and visitors to get a behind the scene look at the art of filmmaking. I attend movie…

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November arrives in PA's Americana Region

By Lisa Haggerty on Nov. 02, 2017

November! Where has the year gone? Before long, free time will be consumed with holiday shopping, events, and preparations. Our advice? Take the next few weeks to get outside, relax, and do what you enjoy. If nothing comes to mind, you know we have plenty of suggestions. As usual, we’ve compiled a…

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