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…
Read MoreWe are honored to celebrate Women’s History Month by recognizing some of the most influential women who called Berks County home. To usher in March for 2022, the Berks History Center will host the Second Saturday Program - First Females in Berks County: Past and Present documentary. The event is…
Read MoreThe New Year can't arrive soon enough for this COVID-19 weary world. As people near and far welcome 2021, many will include local traditions in their celebrations, all in the hopes of securing a healthier, happier, and wealthier year ahead. Many of these “lucky” customs revolve around food. New…
Read MorePennsylvania’s Americana Region may be known for its PA Dutch heritage and delicacies, but that doesn’t mean there is a shortage of Irish food choices in the area. With St. Patrick’s Day just around the corner, we compiled a list of traditional Irish and European fare that you can expect to find at…
Read MoreIt’s an exciting year for women everywhere because 2020 marks the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment – the amendment that gave American women the right to vote. To honor this momentous occasion, organizations across Pennsylvania’s Americana Region have joined forces to develop events around…
Read MoreWhat’s so special about the Liederkranz Oktoberfest in Reading, PA? One of Pennsylvania’s most popular fall events takes place annually in Reading, PA. The Reading Liederkranz’s Oktoberfest is the oldest and most authentic Oktoberfest in all of Pennsylvania, and one of the largest celebrations of…
Read MoreApril 26th is National Pretzel Day and Pennsylvania’s Americana Region is celebrating. After all, pretzel baking began not too far from our region and the industry grew significantly in Berks County. Today, we are home to several pretzel bakers, including famous Tom Sturgis Pretzels Inc.. Did you…
Read MoreSummer solstice has arrived with longer days and warmer nights. It’s a great time to experience all Berks County has to see and do. To kick start your summer fun, we put together PA’s Americana Region Great Stuff Challenge . It’s a checklist filled with weekly activities; everything from adventurous…
Read MoreVisiting the Historic Covered Bridges of Berks County, Pennsylvania By Jim Cheney Berks County, Pennsylvania, is home to five of the most scenic covered bridges remaining in Pennsylvania Dutch Country. Several of the bridges also have a look to them that’s rare among other PA covered bridges, making…
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