October, 2008

Thru Oct. 4 - The Pill - ibuprofen - Freedom Chapel Dinner Theatre,15 North Bridge Street, P.O. Box 63, Christiana, PA 17509, 610-593-7013.

Thru Oct. 11 - The British Invasion - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102. Relive the biggest movement in pop music history with tributes to bands like The Beatles, Stones and Kinks. On stage Fridays & Saturdays.

Thru Oct. 12 - Classic Crooners - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102. This show celebrates all the iconic songsters like Bing Crosby, Perry Como and Rosemary Clooney. It will recreate the infamous evenings with The Rat Pack when Frank, Dean and Sammy owned Las Vegas. On stage Sunday - Thursday.

Thru Oct. 25 - In the Beginning - Sight & Sound Millennium Theatre, Rt. 896, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7800. Be there as the Garden of Eden appears before you - the waters, vegetation, and animals of the newly created world enveloping the Millennium Theatre! Experience God's pleasure at his most awesome creation, Adam and Eve, and the complete beauty of their unbroken relationship with God.

Thru Oct. 26 - Motorcycle Tour Benefit - Lancaster Museum of Art, 135 N. Lime St., Lancaster, PA. 717-394-3497. Devil in the Details, photographs of motorcycles by Matthew Linton Mixed media collages by Gail Skudera Suspended Visions, mixed media sculptures by Debbie Sigel.

Thru Oct. 26 - Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire - Mount Hope Estate & Winery, Rt. 72 north of Lancaster, Cornwall, PA. 717-665-7021.

Thru Nov. 1 - Barefoot In the Park - Rainbow Dinner Theatre, Route 30 East, Box 56, Paradise, PA 17562, 800-292-4301. Rainbow is proud to bring to life the story of newlyweds Corrie and Paul, as they begin their marriage and start to walk the twisty road to love and life.

Thru Nov. 1 - Wonderful Town - Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, 510 Centerville Road, Lancaster, 717-898-1900. Experience that rush all over again! It’s a delightful tale of two sisters, Ruth, a would be writer and Eileen, a dewy-eyed bombshell. They’re fresh off the bus from Ohio, ready to follow their dreams, fall in love and live happily ever after in New York City.

Thru Nov. 23 - Autumn's Colors - Longwood Gardens, US Route 1, Kennett Square, PA 19348, 610-388-1000. Celebrate the harvest season amid the glowing reds, brilliant golds and bright oranges of nature's foliage. Gorgeous gourds, giant pumpkins, thousands of blooming chrysanthemums, tasty autumnal treats and music throughout the gardens complement this fun fall festival.

Thru Dec. 31 - Ted Rose Retrospective Exhibit - Railroad Museum of PA, Rt. 741 East, Box 15, Strasburg, PA 17579 717-687-8628.

Oct. 1 - VIP Amish Tours - Amish Experience Theatre, 3121 Old Philadelphia Pike (Plain & Fancy Farm), Bird-in-Hand, PA 17505, 717-768-8400. This is a unique tour that goes to an Amish farm at milking time, an Amish craft maker, and another family for informal conversation --- a special opportunity to meet and talk to the different Amish people where they live and work. The tour is limited to just 14 people.

Oct. 2 - Two year anniversary of the tragic shooting at a local Amish School - It was one year ago when a stranger broke in and shot 10 girls in an Amish school, killing five of them before taking his own life. The Amish subsequently amazed the world by demonstrating for us all what Christ taught about forgiveness.

Oct. 3 - First Friday - City of Lancaster, Lancaster, PA 717-291-4758. Over 60 galleries, museums, shops, and restaurants extend their hours. Many artist premiers and openings. 5 - 9 pm.

Oct. 3 - 5 - Scary Maze Weekend - Spring Gulch Resort, 475 Lynch Rd., New Holland, PA 17557 717-354-3100. Scary Maze, Magic by Harry Who, trick or treat, hayrides, and a costume dance. Square Dance & DJ Dance Saturday night.

Oct. 3 - 5 - The Masters: Beethoven & Mozart - Lancaster Symphony Orchestra - Fulton Opera, 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster, PA. (717)397-7425.

Oct. 4 - Harvest Breakfast - Central Market, City of Lancaster, Lancaster, PA, 717-735-6890. Come to Central Market in downtown Lancaster for a celebration of Lancaster County's harvest, with music, children's activities, cooking demonstrations, and food tastings. There is no admission fee. 8:00 - 1:00 pm.

Oct. 4 - Snitz Fest - Hans Herr House and Museum, 1899 Hans Herr Dr., Willow Street, PA. 717-464-4438.Snitz Fest celebrates the apple and its part in everyday Lancaster County history.

Oct. 4 - Annual Quilt Sale - Strasburg Fire Co., 46 W. Main Street, Strasburg, PA, 717-687-7323. See our full schedule of local Mud Sales.

Oct. 4 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. The $30 fare includes First-Class accommodations on the Parlor Car and complimentary wine, cheese and crackers. Beer, mixed drinks, premium wines, non-alcoholic hot and cold beverages are also available for purchase. 6:00 pm.

Oct. 4 - 5 - Fall Farm Days - Dutch Wonderland Family Amusement Park, 2249 Route 30 East, Lancaster, PA 17602, 1-866-FUNatDW.

Oct. 5 - Lou Christie, The Duprees, Jay Siegel & The Tokens, Cleveland Still & The Dubs - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102.

Oct. 6 - Engelbert Humperdinck -American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102.

Oct. 6 - VIP Amish Tours - Amish Experience Theatre, 3121 Old Philadelphia Pike (Plain & Fancy Farm), Bird-in-Hand, PA 17505, 717-768-8400. This is a unique tour that goes to an Amish farm at milking time, an Amish craft maker, and another family for informal conversation --- a special opportunity to meet and talk to the different Amish people where they live and work. The tour is limited to just 14 people.

Oct. 8 - VIP Amish Tours - Amish Experience Theatre, 3121 Old Philadelphia Pike (Plain & Fancy Farm), Bird-in-Hand, PA 17505, 717-768-8400. This is a unique tour that goes to an Amish farm at milking time, an Amish craft maker, and another family for informal conversation --- a special opportunity to meet and talk to the different Amish people where they live and work. The tour is limited to just 14 people.

Oct. 10 - Second Friday - Lititz Borough, Lititz, PA. Each month Downtown Merchants are happy to announce great family activities and entertainments, free and open to the public, in stores and venues throughout the downtown shopping area. 5 - 9 pm.

Oct. 10 - 11 - Artisans' Porchwalk - Lititz Borough, Lititz, PA, 717-626-0214. A show and sale of fine art and crafts on private porches and lawns. A Chinese Auction will be held and the Manor's café will be open to the public. Friday, 10 - 5 pm and Saturday 10 - 4 pm.

Oct. 10 - 11 - Harvest Days with the Pumpkin Patch - Landis Valley Museum, 2451 Kissel Hill Rd., Lancaster, PA. 717-569-0401.

Oct. 10 - 11 - Time of Harvest - Rough and Tumble, 4977 Lincoln Highway East, Kinzers, PA 717-442-4249.

Oct. 10 - 11 - BAM Percussion: The Blue Barrel Show - Fulton Opera, 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster, PA. (717)397-7425. Part of the Family Theatre Series.

Oct. 10 - 12 - Model Railroading Days - Railroad Museum of PA, Rt. 741 East, Box 15, Strasburg, PA 17579 717-687-8628.

Oct. 10 - 13 - Las Vegas Weekend & Ghost Walk Weekend - Spring Gulch Resort, 475 Lynch Rd., New Holland, PA 17557 717-354-3100. 3-night minimum. Decorate your site and win a prize. Walk through the campground enjoying all the spooky decorated campsites, and you pick the winners! Trick-or-treat and hayrides. Casino games Saturday night. Live Band, "No Limit" Sunday night.

Oct. 11 - Lititz Chocolate Walk - Lititz Borough, Lititz, PA. Chocolate and candy makers will be located in almost 2 doz. locations in historic downtown Lititz, demonstrating and selling their wares. Free admission to meet and greet all the chocolatiers-HOWEVER- for those true chocoholics, Chocolate Walk buttons are sold so that the wearer of the button can receive a free sample at each of the stops along the route! 10 - 4 pm.

Oct. 11 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. The $30 fare includes First-Class accommodations on the Parlor Car and complimentary wine, cheese and crackers. Beer, mixed drinks, premium wines, non-alcoholic hot and cold beverages are also available for purchase. 6:00 pm.

Oct. 13 - Columbus Day

Oct. 13 - VIP Amish Tours - Amish Experience Theatre, 3121 Old Philadelphia Pike (Plain & Fancy Farm), Bird-in-Hand, PA 17505, 717-768-8400. This is a unique tour that goes to an Amish farm at milking time, an Amish craft maker, and another family for informal conversation --- a special opportunity to meet and talk to the different Amish people where they live and work. The tour is limited to just 14 people.

Oct. 15 - VIP Amish Tours - Amish Experience Theatre, 3121 Old Philadelphia Pike (Plain & Fancy Farm), Bird-in-Hand, PA 17505, 717-768-8400. This is a unique tour that goes to an Amish farm at milking time, an Amish craft maker, and another family for informal conversation --- a special opportunity to meet and talk to the different Amish people where they live and work. The tour is limited to just 14 people.

Oct. 16 - Hands On History Day - Landis Valley Museum, 2451 Kissel Hill Rd., Lancaster, PA. 717-569-0401.

Oct. 17 - musicFRIDAYS - 200 & 300 Blocks of North Queen Street, Lancaster, PA. From belly dancing, a jazz quintet, solo acoustic, rock and Americana groups to more than 30 shops and restaurants, where anything from antiques and groovy home décor to custom-made jewelry and accessories to pet grooming and a happy hello can be found on Lancaster’s coolest blocks. Most shops are open until 9 p.m. 6 - 9 pm.

Oct. 17 - Randall Frizado: Heart & Music - Fulton Opera, 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster, PA. (717)397-7425. Part of the Cabaret Series.

Oct. 17 - 19 - Haunted House Weekend - Spring Gulch Resort, 475 Lynch Rd., New Holland, PA 17557 717-354-3100. Spring Gulch Haunted House. It's a full weekend with costume contests, trick-or-treat, hayrides, Harry Who and a costume dance with Crusin' Down Memory Lane.

Oct. 18 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. The $30 fare includes First-Class accommodations on the Parlor Car and complimentary wine, cheese and crackers. Beer, mixed drinks, premium wines, non-alcoholic hot and cold beverages are also available for purchase. 6:00 pm.

Oct. 18 - Fall Harvest Pet Costume Contest & Parade - Main Street Mount Joy, 15 Marietta Avenue, Mount Joy, PA, 717-653-4227. 1:00 pm, Parade; A howling good time with our beloved pets. Scarecrow building, refreshments, awards & other fall festivities at War Memorial Park starting at noon.

Oct. 18 - 19 - Fall Art Walk - City of Lancaster, Lancaster, PA. Spend two days visiting 50 studios, galleries, museums and other arts venues. Follow the suggested walking routes or create your own. Take advantage of the exclusive opportunity to visit artist studios not normally open to the public. Talk with artists and become engaged with the creative process. Be surprised by exciting new additions to the event.

Oct. 21 - Dec. 23 - Amish Family Christmas - Freedom Chapel Dinner Theatre,15 North Bridge Street, P.O. Box 63, Christiana, PA 17509, 610-593-7013.

Oct. 20 - VIP Amish Tours - Amish Experience Theatre, 3121 Old Philadelphia Pike (Plain & Fancy Farm), Bird-in-Hand, PA 17505, 717-768-8400. This is a unique tour that goes to an Amish farm at milking time, an Amish craft maker, and another family for informal conversation --- a special opportunity to meet and talk to the different Amish people where they live and work. The tour is limited to just 14 people.

Oct. 22 - VIP Amish Tours - Amish Experience Theatre, 3121 Old Philadelphia Pike (Plain & Fancy Farm), Bird-in-Hand, PA 17505, 717-768-8400. This is a unique tour that goes to an Amish farm at milking time, an Amish craft maker, and another family for informal conversation --- a special opportunity to meet and talk to the different Amish people where they live and work. The tour is limited to just 14 people.

Oct. 23 - Nov. 9 - Glorious! - Fulton Opera, 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster, PA. (717)397-7425. The true story of Florence Foster Jenkins the worst singer in the world.

Oct. 24 - Fourth Fridays: “See Art, Hear Art, Do Art” - Main Street Mount Joy, 15 Marietta Avenue, Mount Joy, PA, 717-653-4227. Experience the Arts, Interactive Activities & Demos, Live Music, Shopping & Dining Specials, Giveaways, Artist Receptions & Exhibits, & More! 5:00 - 8:00 pm.

Oct. 24 - 26 - Pumpkin Patch Weekend - Spring Gulch Resort, 475 Lynch Rd., New Holland, PA 17557 717-354-3100. Kids pick out a pumpkin from our pumpkin patch and decorate it for prizes! Pumpkin pie baking & eating contests, hayrides & trick-or-treat. Pumpkin Dance Saturday night with Square Dancing followed by a DJ Dance.

Oct. 25 - Membership Banquet - Rough and Tumble Engineers Historical Assoc., Inc., 4977 Lincoln Highway East, Kinzers, PA 717-442-4249.

Oct. 25 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. The $30 fare includes First-Class accommodations on the Parlor Car and complimentary wine, cheese and crackers. Beer, mixed drinks, premium wines, non-alcoholic hot and cold beverages are also available for purchase. 6:00 pm.

Oct. 26 - Children's Halloween Parade - Downtown Lancaster, Penn Square to Lancaster Square, Lancaster, PA. A children's Halloween parade in downtown Lancaster. Parade begins at 1:00 p.m. Event includes costume judging and prizes. 1:00 - 4:00 pm.

Oct. 27 - Lititz Lions Halloween Parade - Lititz Borough, Lititz, PA. 7 pm.

Oct. 27 - VIP Amish Tours - Amish Experience Theatre, 3121 Old Philadelphia Pike (Plain & Fancy Farm), Bird-in-Hand, PA 17505, 717-768-8400. This is a unique tour that goes to an Amish farm at milking time, an Amish craft maker, and another family for informal conversation --- a special opportunity to meet and talk to the different Amish people where they live and work. The tour is limited to just 14 people.

Oct. 29 - VIP Amish Tours - Amish Experience Theatre, 3121 Old Philadelphia Pike (Plain & Fancy Farm), Bird-in-Hand, PA 17505, 717-768-8400. This is a unique tour that goes to an Amish farm at milking time, an Amish craft maker, and another family for informal conversation --- a special opportunity to meet and talk to the different Amish people where they live and work. The tour is limited to just 14 people.

Oct. 30 - Hands On History Day - Landis Valley Museum, 2451 Kissel Hill Rd., Lancaster, PA. 717-569-0401.

Oct. 31 - Halloween

Oct. 31 - Nov. 15 - Poe Evermore - Mount Hope Estate & Winery, Rt. 72 north of Lancaster, Cornwall, PA. 717-665-7021.

Thru Nov. 1 - Barefoot In the Park - Rainbow Dinner Theatre, Route 30 East, Box 56, Paradise, PA 17562, 800-292-4301. Rainbow is proud to bring to life the story of newlyweds Corrie and Paul, as they begin their marriage and start to walk the twisty road to love and life.

Thru Nov. 1 - Wonderful Town - Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, 510 Centerville Road, Lancaster, 717-898-1900. Experience that rush all over again! It’s a delightful tale of two sisters, Ruth, a would be writer and Eileen, a dewy-eyed bombshell. They’re fresh off the bus from Ohio, ready to follow their dreams, fall in love and live happily ever after in New York City.

Thru Nov. 9 - Glorious! - Fulton Opera, 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster, PA. (717)397-7425. The true story of Florence Foster Jenkins the worst singer in the world.

Thru Nov. 15 - Poe Evermore - Mount Hope Estate & Winery, Rt. 72 north of Lancaster, Cornwall, PA. 717-665-7021.

Thru Nov. 23 - Autumn's Colors - Longwood Gardens, US Route 1, Kennett Square, PA 19348, 610-388-1000. Celebrate the harvest season amid the glowing reds, brilliant golds and bright oranges of nature's foliage. Gorgeous gourds, giant pumpkins, thousands of blooming chrysanthemums, tasty autumnal treats and music throughout the gardens complement this fun fall festival.

Thru Dec. 23 - Amish Family Christmas - Freedom Chapel Dinner Theatre,15 North Bridge Street, P.O. Box 63, Christiana, PA 17509, 610-593-7013.

Thru Dec. 31 - Ted Rose Retrospective Exhibit - Railroad Museum of PA, Rt. 741 East, Box 15, Strasburg, PA 17579 717-687-8628.

Nov. 1 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. The $30 fare includes First-Class accommodations on the Parlor Car and complimentary wine, cheese and crackers. Beer, mixed drinks, premium wines, non-alcoholic hot and cold beverages are also available for purchase. 6:00 pm.

Nov. 1 - Dec. 30 - The Christmas Show: A Holiday Tradition - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102. You will enjoy a wide variety of secular and sacred Christmas songs, ranging from outstanding a cappella renditions to powerful orchestral versions. You’ll delight in comedy sketches fun for kids 1 to 92, the lovely AMT dancers and an appearance from Santa himself.

Nov. 1 - Jan. 3 - Voices of Christmas - Sight & Sound Living Waters Theatre, Rt. 896, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7800. This joyful celebration of Christmas is alive with all your favorite Carols, toe-tapping dances, live instruments, endearing animals, rich colorful costumes, and thought-provoking stories that center around Christmas themes, past and present.

Nov. 2 - Daylight Savings Time Ends

Nov. 4 - Election Day

Nov. 6 - Dec. 23 - A Christmas Carol - Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, 510 Centerville Road, Lancaster, 717-898-1900.
You’ll be magically transported to Victorian London, 1843. Dickens reminds us that, even for a crusty curmudgeon like Ebenezer Scrooge, it's never too late to change. And with the help of three ghosts - Past, Present, and Yet-To-Be - and the enduring love of Tiny Tim, Scrooge learns to spread love and goodwill and cherish what Christmas is all about.

Nov. 7 - First Friday - City of Lancaster, Lancaster, PA 717-291-4758. Over 60 galleries, museums, shops, and restaurants extend their hours. Many artist premiers and openings. 5 - 9 pm.

Nov. 8 - Swing Dance - Railroad Museum of PA, Rt. 741 East, Box 15, Strasburg, PA 17579 717-687-8628.

Nov. 8 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. The $30 fare includes First-Class accommodations on the Parlor Car and complimentary wine, cheese and crackers. Beer, mixed drinks, premium wines, non-alcoholic hot and cold beverages are also available for purchase. 6:00 pm.

Nov. 8 - Trains & Troops - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. In addition to our regular train, we're running special trains on the half hour. Ride with re-enactors from all eras of the military. Part of the Veterans Day celebration at Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania.

Nov. 8 - Dec. 14 - Trees Galore! - Lancaster Museum of Art, 135 N. Lime St., Lancaster, PA. 717-394-3497. The Museum's annual holiday exhibition featuring art work for sale and silent auction by regional artists.

Nov. 9 - Trains & Troops - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. In addition to our regular train, we're running special trains on the half hour. Ride with re-enactors from all eras of the military. Part of the Veterans Day celebration at Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania.

Nov. 11 - Veteran's Day

Nov. 11 - Dec. 29 - Deck the Halls and Clean the Kitchen - Rainbow Dinner Theatre, Route 30 East, Box 56, Paradise, PA 17562, 800-292-4301. Deck The Halls And Clean The Kitchen reminds us all that when the big day finally arrives, our family and friends are the most important gifts we have!

Nov. 13 - Hands On History Day - Landis Valley Museum, 2451 Kissel Hill Rd., Lancaster, PA. 717-569-0401.

Nov. 14 - Second Friday - Lititz Borough, Lititz, PA. Each month Downtown Merchants are happy to announce great family activities and entertainments, free and open to the public, in stores and venues throughout the downtown shopping area. 5 - 9 pm.

Nov. 14 - 16 - Celebrate the Planets - Lancaster Symphony Orchestra - Fulton Opera, 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster, PA. (717)397-7425.

Nov. 15 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. The $30 fare includes First-Class accommodations on the Parlor Car and complimentary wine, cheese and crackers. Beer, mixed drinks, premium wines, non-alcoholic hot and cold beverages are also available for purchase. 6:00 pm.

Nov. 21 - musicFRIDAYS - 200 & 300 Blocks of North Queen Street, Lancaster, PA. From belly dancing, a jazz quintet, solo acoustic, rock and Americana groups to more than 30 shops and restaurants, where anything from antiques and groovy home décor to custom-made jewelry and accessories to pet grooming and a happy hello can be found on Lancaster’s coolest blocks. Most shops are open until 9 p.m. 6 - 9 pm.

Nov. 21 - 22 - Marieann Meringolo: In The Spirit - Fulton Opera, 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster, PA. (717)397-7425. Part of the Cabaret Series.

Nov. 21 - Jan. 3 - Miracle of Christmas - Sight & Sound Millennium Theatre, Rt. 896, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7800. Miracle of Christmas is the touching story of kings, angels and a simple, faithful couple used by God.

Nov. 22 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. The $30 fare includes First-Class accommodations on the Parlor Car and complimentary wine, cheese and crackers. Beer, mixed drinks, premium wines, non-alcoholic hot and cold beverages are also available for purchase. 6:00 pm.

Nov. 27 - Thanksgiving Day

Nov. 27 - Jan. 11 - A Longwood Gardens Christmas - Longwood Gardens, US Route 1, Kennett Square, PA 19348, 610-388-1000. A holiday fantasy awaits visitors with elegantly decorated trees, waves of poinsettias, and an expanded outdoor light display that will dazzle. Ice skating shows under the stars, organ sing-a-longs on Longwood's newly restored 10,010 pipe Aeolian organ, strolling singers, choir and hand bell concerts fill the gardens with the sounds of the season. Special festivities on New Year's Eve for the entire family complete your holiday season.

Nov. 28 - Mayor's Tree Lighting - Penn Square, City of Lancaster, Lancaster, PA, 717-291-4758. The official kickoff of the holiday season begins with the Mayor's Tree Lighting in Penn Square. Carolers and the infamous "Tuba Christmas" lend to the festivities. Free admission. 6:30 - 8:30 pm.

Nov. 28 - Simply…Old Fashioned Friday Nights - Kitchen Kettle Village, Rt. 240, Intercourse, PA. 717-768-8261. From the crisp night air, to strolling musicians...it's an old-fashioned holiday memory that you and your family will cherish. And did we mention the shopping & food? It's like a treasure hunt! Find homemade quilts, signed prints, leather coats and handbags, music boxes made from ostrich eggs, and of course, homemade foods.

Nov. 28 - Fourth Fridays: “See Art, Hear Art, Do Art” - Main Street Mount Joy, 15 Marietta Avenue, Mount Joy, PA, 717-653-4227. Experience the Arts, Interactive Activities & Demos, Live Music, Shopping & Dining Specials, Giveaways, Artist Receptions & Exhibits, & More! 5:00 - 8:00 pm.

Nov. 28 - 29 - Black Friday Weekend - Lititz Borough, Lititz, PA, 717-626-6332. Shop beautiful, historic downtown Lititz, with many shops, boutiques, restaurants and more! Many stores will offer extended hours Friday night for late shopping.

Nov. 28 - Dec. 23 - A Dickens of A Christmas - Mount Hope Estate & Winery, Rt. 72 north of Lancaster, Cornwall, PA. 717-665-7021. Experience a turn-of-the-century Christmas with Charles Dickens and a colorful cast of characters.

Nov. 28 - Dec. 24 - Downtown for the Holidays - City of Lancaster, Lancaster, PA, 717-291-4758. Activities include visits with Santa, strolling entertainment, horse drawn carriage rides, storytelling, holiday movies and more. Shop at over 200 specialty shops, galleries, museums, and antique stores in downtown Lancaster.

Nov. 29 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. The $30 fare includes First-Class accommodations on the Parlor Car and complimentary wine, cheese and crackers. Beer, mixed drinks, premium wines, non-alcoholic hot and cold beverages are also available for purchase. 6:00 pm.

Nov. 29 - Holly Days Celebrations - Kitchen Kettle Village, Rt. 240, Intercourse, PA. 717-768-8261. Reconnect with the true spirit of the season and enjoy old-fashioned outdoor shopping with plenty of delicious food, tons of tradition, festive decorations and live holiday music. Do your Christmas shopping the old-fashioned way. Here you can stroll our Village on a peaceful winter day, sipping hot drinks and enjoying the sounds of carolers. What better way to get in the spirit than to embrace tradition?

December, 2008

Thru Dec. 14 - Trees Galore! - Lancaster Museum of Art, 135 N. Lime St., Lancaster, PA. 717-394-3497. The Museum's annual holiday exhibition featuring art work for sale and silent auction by regional artists.

Thru Dec. 23 - A Christmas Carol - Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, 510 Centerville Road, Lancaster, 717-898-1900.
You’ll be magically transported to Victorian London, 1843. Dickens reminds us that, even for a crusty curmudgeon like Ebenezer Scrooge, it's never too late to change. And with the help of three ghosts - Past, Present, and Yet-To-Be - and the enduring love of Tiny Tim, Scrooge learns to spread love and goodwill and cherish what Christmas is all about.

Thru Dec. 23 - A Dickens of A Christmas - Mount Hope Estate & Winery, Rt. 72 north of Lancaster, Cornwall, PA. 717-665-7021. Experience a turn-of-the-century Christmas with Charles Dickens and a colorful cast of characters.

Thru Dec. 23 - Amish Family Christmas - Freedom Chapel Dinner Theatre,15 North Bridge Street, P.O. Box 63, Christiana, PA 17509, 610-593-7013.

Thru Dec. 24 - Downtown for the Holidays - City of Lancaster, Lancaster, PA, 717-291-4758. Activities include visits with Santa, strolling entertainment, horse drawn carriage rides, storytelling, holiday movies and more. Shop at over 200 specialty shops, galleries, museums, and antique stores in downtown Lancaster.

Thru Dec. 29 - Deck the Halls and Clean the Kitchen - Rainbow Dinner Theatre, Route 30 East, Box 56, Paradise, PA 17562, 800-292-4301. Deck The Halls And Clean The Kitchen reminds us all that when the big day finally arrives, our family and friends are the most important gifts we have!

Thru Dec. 30 - The Christmas Show: A Holiday Tradition - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102. You will enjoy a wide variety of secular and sacred Christmas songs, ranging from outstanding a cappella renditions to powerful orchestral versions. You’ll delight in comedy sketches fun for kids 1 to 92, the lovely AMT dancers and an appearance from Santa himself.

Thru Dec. 31 - Ted Rose Retrospective Exhibit - Railroad Museum of PA, Rt. 741 East, Box 15, Strasburg, PA 17579 717-687-8628.

Thru Jan. 3 - Voices of Christmas - Sight & Sound Living Waters Theatre, Rt. 896, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7800. This joyful celebration of Christmas is alive with all your favorite Carols, toe-tapping dances, live instruments, endearing animals, rich colorful costumes, and thought-provoking stories that center around Christmas themes, past and present.

Thru Jan. 3 - Miracle of Christmas - Sight & Sound Millennium Theatre, Rt. 896, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7800. Miracle of Christmas is the touching story of kings, angels and a simple, faithful couple used by God.

Thru Jan. 11 - A Longwood Gardens Christmas - Longwood Gardens, US Route 1, Kennett Square, PA 19348, 610-388-1000. A holiday fantasy awaits visitors with elegantly decorated trees, waves of poinsettias, and an expanded outdoor light display that will dazzle. Ice skating shows under the stars, organ sing-a-longs on Longwood's newly restored 10,010 pipe Aeolian organ, strolling singers, choir and hand bell concerts fill the gardens with the sounds of the season. Special festivities on New Year's Eve for the entire family complete your holiday season.

Dec. 4 - Jan. 4 - 42nd Street - Fulton Opera, 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster, PA. (717)397-7425.

Dec. 5 - Country Christmas Village - Landis Valley Museum, 2451 Kissel Hill Rd., Lancaster, PA. 717-569-0401.

Dec. 5 - First Friday - City of Lancaster, Lancaster, PA 717-291-4758. Over 60 galleries, museums, shops, and restaurants extend their hours. Many artist premiers and openings. 5 - 9 pm.

Dec. 5 - Simply…Old Fashioned Friday Nights - Kitchen Kettle Village, Rt. 240, Intercourse, PA. 717-768-8261. From the crisp night air, to strolling musicians...it's an old-fashioned holiday memory that you and your family will cherish. And did we mention the shopping & food? It's like a treasure hunt! Find homemade quilts, signed prints, leather coats and handbags, music boxes made from ostrich eggs, and of course, homemade foods.

Dec. 5 - 6 - Hometown Christmas Weekend - Lititz Borough, Lititz, PA. Tree lighting and songfest in Lititz Springs Park. Santa will arrive and join in the festivities on Friday evening and his visiting hours for the holidays will start that night. On Sat. Dec. 6th, Santa and the Mrs. will take their traditional morning fire engine ride about town on Lititz Fire Company's # 1 engine. They will then take up visiting hours for the rest of the holiday season.

Dec. 5 - 6 - Candlelight Tours - Hans Herr House and Museum, 1899 Hans Herr Dr., Willow Street, PA. 717-464-4438. 5:00 - 8:30pm.

Dec. 5 - 7 - The Day Out With Thomas™ - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. All aboard Thomas the Tank Engine™, a full-sized operating steam locomotive, as he chugs in to Strasburg Rail Road three times this year. Events are available for all ages; Ride a train pulled by Thomas, meet Sir Topham Hatt™, enjoy many other exciting activities, and shop a complete selection of Thomas merchandise in the gift shop.

Dec. 6 - Polar Express Party - Railroad Museum of PA, Rt. 741 East, Box 15, Strasburg, PA 17579 717-687-8628.

Dec. 6 - Holly Days Celebrations - Kitchen Kettle Village, Rt. 240, Intercourse, PA. 717-768-8261. Reconnect with the true spirit of the season and enjoy old-fashioned outdoor shopping with plenty of delicious food, tons of tradition, festive decorations and live holiday music. Do your Christmas shopping the old-fashioned way. Here you can stroll our Village on a peaceful winter day, sipping hot drinks and enjoying the sounds of carolers. What better way to get in the spirit than to embrace tradition?

Dec. 6 - Winterfest - Main Street Mount Joy, 15 Marietta Avenue, Mount Joy, PA, 717-653-4227. Mount Joy’s Official Holiday Kickoff with Live Music, Family-Fun Activities, Food, & Community Tree Lighting. 4:00 - 7:00 pm.

Dec. 12 - Holiday at Landis Valley: A Pennsylvania Dutch Christmas - Landis Valley Museum, 2451 Kissel Hill Rd., Lancaster, PA. 717-569-0401.

Dec. 12 - Second Friday - Lititz Borough, Lititz, PA. Each month Downtown Merchants are happy to announce great family activities and entertainments, free and open to the public, in stores and venues throughout the downtown shopping area. 5 - 9 pm.

Dec. 12 - Simply…Old Fashioned Friday Nights - Kitchen Kettle Village, Rt. 240, Intercourse, PA. 717-768-8261. From the crisp night air, to strolling musicians...it's an old-fashioned holiday memory that you and your family will cherish. And did we mention the shopping & food? It's like a treasure hunt! Find homemade quilts, signed prints, leather coats and handbags, music boxes made from ostrich eggs, and of course, homemade foods.

Dec. 12 - 14 - Santa's Paradise Express - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. Recapture the magic of the holiday season. Potbelly stoves gently warm the passenger cars as you travel with Santa. Sing Christmas carols along with musicians as they stroll from car to car. If you listen carefully, you may even hear the sounds of ringing bells.

Dec. 13 - Polar Express Party - Railroad Museum of PA, Rt. 741 East, Box 15, Strasburg, PA 17579 717-687-8628.

Dec. 13 - Annual Tour of Homes - Lititz Borough, Lititz, PA, 717-627-4723. Guests tour beautifully decorated homes, outfitted for the holidays by some of the area's finest local interior designers and by the homeowners themselves. 10 - 4 pm.

Dec. 13 - Carol Sing at the Moravian Church Square - Lititz Borough, Main Street and Church Square, Lititz, PA. Come enjoy an old-fashioned carol sing and truly feel the spirit of the season! Refreshments follow inside the Moravian Church social hall. 7 pm.

Dec. 13 - Holly Days Celebrations - Kitchen Kettle Village, Rt. 240, Intercourse, PA. 717-768-8261. Reconnect with the true spirit of the season and enjoy old-fashioned outdoor shopping with plenty of delicious food, tons of tradition, festive decorations and live holiday music. Do your Christmas shopping the old-fashioned way. Here you can stroll our Village on a peaceful winter day, sipping hot drinks and enjoying the sounds of carolers. What better way to get in the spirit than to embrace tradition?

Dec. 13 - 14 - Santa’s Paradise Express - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522.

Dec. 18 - 19 - Santa’s Paradise Express - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522.

Dec. 19 - Simply…Old Fashioned Friday Nights - Kitchen Kettle Village, Rt. 240, Intercourse, PA. 717-768-8261. From the crisp night air, to strolling musicians...it's an old-fashioned holiday memory that you and your family will cherish. And did we mention the shopping & food? It's like a treasure hunt! Find homemade quilts, signed prints, leather coats and handbags, music boxes made from ostrich eggs, and of course, homemade foods.

Dec. 19 - musicFRIDAYS - 200 & 300 Blocks of North Queen Street, Lancaster, PA. From belly dancing, a jazz quintet, solo acoustic, rock and Americana groups to more than 30 shops and restaurants, where anything from antiques and groovy home décor to custom-made jewelry and accessories to pet grooming and a happy hello can be found on Lancaster’s coolest blocks. Most shops are open until 9 p.m. 6 - 9 pm.

Dec. 19 - 21 - Santa's Paradise Express - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. Recapture the magic of the holiday season. Potbelly stoves gently warm the passenger cars as you travel with Santa. Sing Christmas carols along with musicians as they stroll from car to car. If you listen carefully, you may even hear the sounds of ringing bells.

Dec. 20 - Holly Days Celebrations - Kitchen Kettle Village, Rt. 240, Intercourse, PA. 717-768-8261. Reconnect with the true spirit of the season and enjoy old-fashioned outdoor shopping with plenty of delicious food, tons of tradition, festive decorations and live holiday music. Do your Christmas shopping the old-fashioned way. Here you can stroll our Village on a peaceful winter day, sipping hot drinks and enjoying the sounds of carolers. What better way to get in the spirit than to embrace tradition?

Dec. 20 - 21 - Santa’s Paradise Express - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522.

Dec. 25 - Christmas

Dec. 26 - Fourth Fridays: “See Art, Hear Art, Do Art” - Main Street Mount Joy, 15 Marietta Avenue, Mount Joy, PA, 717-653-4227. Experience the Arts, Interactive Activities & Demos, Live Music, Shopping & Dining Specials, Giveaways, Artist Receptions & Exhibits, & More! 5:00 - 8:00 pm.

Dec. 31 - New Year's Eve

Dec. 31 - Countdown Lancaster - City of Lancaster, Lancaster, PA, 717-392-2115. New Year's Eve celebrated in the good old-fashioned Lancaster County way. Family-oriented entertainment featuring over 100 performers. Fireworks and grand finale to usher in the New Year. All events within easy walking distance. Shuttle service provided. Admission button required. 7:30 - Midnight.