Did you grow up in a PA Dutch household? For those of us who live in Pennsylvania's Americana Region, in the heart of PA Dutch country, no doubt you consumed a fair amount of pork and sauerkraut dinners. On New Year’s Day, many a home in Berks County serves this delicious combination as part of…
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Heading to Berks County this holiday season? Trying new foods is one of the best parts of traveling. Everyone has to eat, so why not fuel your sightseeing adventures with some local delicacies you can’t get back home? In most cultures, favorite recipes are passed down from generation to generation…
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Summer festivals are a great way to spend time in Reading and Berks County, Pennsylvania. These much-anticipated events offer hours of fun walking the midways, sampling the foods, watching the entertainment, and spending time with family and friends. This summer, don't miss the wonderful festivals…
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When it comes to summer fun in Pennsylvania's Americana Region, festivals and fairs rank high on my list of things to do. While they may differ in theme and location, you'll find events filled with people, entertainment, activities, and of course, delicious food. Vendors line midways, streets, and…
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Photo credit: @berkscountyviews While August is still full of summer warmth, plenty of sunshine, and relaxing longer days, the season is slowly approaching its end in Pennsylvania’s Americana Region. Whether you want to beat the heat with relaxing indoor fun or enjoy the weather and events…
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Photo credit: @mason_laz If you’re lucky enough to live in Berks County, then you already know that the area is one of the most beautiful and culturally dense places around. Enjoying your hometown is more about finding the hidden gems than hitting up the biggest destinations. But what if you’re…
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Photo credit: @bear_creek When the first warm days of the season begin to arrive, everyone is always overjoyed! After a long, bleak winter closed up in the house, it’s good to get outside and enjoy the fresh air and sunshine you’ve been missing. By the time mid-to-late June rolls around, though…
Read MoreAfter over a year of being stuck indoors, who can blame you for feeling the itch to get away this summer? Even if you’re not up for a European excursion or an expensive Caribbean getaway, there is still one tried and true method of having a little fun in the sun: the classic American Road Trip…
Read MorePennsylvania’s Americana Region attracts visitors from all over the country every year to explore our beautiful outdoor spaces, one-of-a-kind museums, and world famous festivals and celebrations. However, with the recent COVID-19 pandemic resulting in stay-in-shelter orders, travel to our region…
Read MoreThe summer months in Pennsylvania’s Americana Region are usually filled with a lively lineup of festivals and fairs where people gather to listen to music, mingle with others, and enjoy the delicious food they can only get this time of year. Unfortunately, this year many of our favorite summer…
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