CALENDAR OF
EVENTS
All Phone Numbers
are in the 570 Area Code, unless otherwise noted
Now thru mid-March – Eagle Watch! In winter, hundreds
of bald eagles migrate to the Pocono Mountains in search of open water, fresh
fish, and undisturbed habitat. In addition to these visiting migrants, the region is also proud of a
growing, breeding population of resident eagles. Every Saturday & Sunday from January 2 through mid-March, trained
volunteers with The Eagle Institute staff popular viewing locations at Lackawaxen
and elsewhere around the Delaware River, assisting eagle watchers in spotting
these majestic birds. Eagle Institute staffers have spotting scopes, extra
binoculars, and helpful information for eagle watchers, and can direct visitors
to other viewing locations. From April through September, eagle watching
is not encouraged because of the eagles' sensitivity to human disturbance
during this critical time. Please respect these resident eagles and their
young! The Eagle Institute Winter Field
Office at 176 Scenic Drive in Lackawaxen (at the end of the Roebling Bridge) is
open every Friday through Sunday until mid-March. Call the office or drop by to
learn where eagles are being sighted, or visit their web page at www.eagleinstitute.org and see the “Eagle Forum” message
board. For maps, directions and more information, contact The Eagle Institute
at (570) 685-5960 or (845) 557-6162, or email them at eagleinstitute@yahoo.com.
Now thru April 14 – Celebrate the arrival of spring with the Early
Spring Special at the Spa at Mountain Laurel in White Haven. For this
special promotion, the spa is offering “This Week in the Poconos” readers a
discount of 10% Off All Services (except Hair Care) through April 14.
Just bring in their ad on page 24 of this magazine (or print the spa ad off of
our website thisweek.net), then choose from a luxurious menu of services,
including Sea Salt Soaks, Foot Reflexology sessions, invigorating Vitamin C
Facials, uplifting Aroma Wraps, Manicures, Pedicures, a variety of Massage
options and much more. Along with your treatments, enjoy the complimentary
amenities including steam room, sauna, hot tubs and a day pass to the fitness
center and indoor pool. Call the spa with questions or to make a reservation at
(570) 443-9SPA (9772); be sure to mention “This Week in the Poconos” when
booking or regular prices will apply! The Spa at Mountain Laurel is located
in The Mountain Laurel Resort on Route 940 in White Haven, easily found off
exit 277 from I-80. You may view the spa’s full brochure of services at www.thespaatmountainlaurel.com. Enjoy!
Daily – Free Brewery Tours and Free Beer Tastings,
12:30pm at Barley Creek Brewing Company, Sullivan Trail and Camelback Road in
Tannersville. Reservations are not required and brewery tours are followed by
free beer tastings. Group tours are also available by appointment. To find out
more about this authentic brewpub & restaurant, call 629-9399 or log on to www.barleycreek.com.
Every Wednesday – Local radio personality Gary “Big Brain” in
the Morning hosts Brain Freeze Trivia every Wednesday at
Fernwood Hotel & Resort, Route 209 in Bushkill. Join Gary at Wintergreens
Patio Grill each week for a hilarious team trivia game that will test your
knowledge of TV, sports, music and more. You’ve never had this much fun playing
trivia! Brain Freeze Trivia is played in teams of six (ages 21 and over) and
there is no cost to participate. Nightly prizes will be given out and there
will be great food & drink specials. Registration is at 5:30pm and the game
starts at 6:00. For more information, call (570) 588-9500 ext. 4260 or toll-free
1-888-FERNWOOD. www.fernwoodhotel.com
Fridays – Buy One Lift Ticket, Get One Free on
Fridays (non-holiday weeks) at Tanglwood Ski Area & Winter Park in Tafton!
Offer valid for Day or Twilight Sessions. Tanglwood is a family-friendly resort
with eight trails served by four lifts, 100% snowmaking, snowtubing, a terrain
park, night skiing most evenings, ski school, rentals, a lounge &
restaurant, and live entertainment every Saturday night. Tanglwood is located in
beautiful Tafton, off of I-84 exit 26 onto Route 390N and follow the signs. For
more information, call Tanglwood Ski Area at (570) 226-9780 or go online at www.skitanglwood.com.
Now thru March 28 – Come in from the cold and cozy up by the fire
at The French Manor in South Sterling, as they offer the Castle Romance –
a Weekend Celebration for Two. Enjoy a weekend away and let fine
service prevail as you indulge in elegant 4 Diamond lodging and dining at The French
Manor. Offered January, February & March weekends excluding holidays, the
Castle Romance package includes two nights lodging in an elegant guestroom or
luxurious suite; a welcome fruit & cheese plate with sherry in your room or
suite upon arrival; turn-down service each evening with Godiva Chocolates; a
gourmet country breakfast each morning; an elegant candlelight dinner for two
featuring gourmet French cuisine with piano music on the evening of your choice
(jackets required for gentlemen); Saturday afternoon tea with sweets and
refreshments prepared just for you, and use of the French Manor’s beautiful
amenities. For your Castle Romance Weekend reservations, call The French Manor
at 1-877-720-6095 or (570) 676-3244. www.thefrenchmanor.com
March 5 - Church Women United of Monroe County
invites everyone to "World Day of Prayer" at host church Middle
Smithfield Presbyterian, 5205 Milford Road in East Stroudsburg. The day begins
with brunch at 10:00am, with service following. For more information, you may
call (570) 629-0649.
March 5 thru 7 – The historic Skytop Lodge in Skytop, PA is hosting
their Winter Sports Weekend, a unique and exciting Theme Weekend
full of family fun! Enjoy winter’s final fling with skiing, skating, sledding,
cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and tobogganing all included in your room
rate! For your Winter Sports Weekend reservations or more information, call
Skytop Lodge at 1-800-345-7759 or (570) 595-8980. See photos of the breathtaking
mountain estate at their website www.skytop.com.
March 6 – Bring the whole family to the 33rd
Annual Public Maple Sugaring Day at the Meesing Sugarbush, not
far from Marshalls Creek. Join Environmental Educators from the Monroe County
Environmental Education Center to observe the making of pure maple syrup, and
learn the fascinating history of this very sweet product. Between 10:00am and
3:00pm take a one-hour tour of the Sugarbush, focusing on the history of maple
syrup from the Native Americans to the early settlers in the region. Learn how
to “tap” a maple tree to obtain sap, then watch as your guides demonstrate how
the sap is cooked and changed into maple syrup. Finish the tour with a stop at
the Pancake Station to taste the finished product served over fresh pancakes.
It’s a great way to enjoy a late winter day in the country! The program will be
held at the Delaware State Forest’s Meesing Nature Center Sugarbush on Creek
Road, approximately 5.5 miles north of Marshalls Creek. From I-80, take the
Marshalls Creek exit (exit 309) and follow Route 209 North to Marshalls Creek.
At the T intersection, make a right, go past the General Store and at the
traffic light turn left off of Route 209 onto Route 402 North. Follow 402 for
100 yards to the fire house and make a left onto Creek Road. Proceed about 5.5
miles and look for the signs. There is a small cost to attend the program.
Dress for the weather, including shoes appropriate for trail walking! For more
information, call the Monroe County Environmental Education Center at (570)
629-3061 or log on to www.mcconservation.org.
March 6 – The 5th annual Mountain Dew Vertical
Challenge is back at Camelback Mountain Resort in Tannersville!
Registration for this event begins at 7:30am in the Coconut Café and the racing
starts at 10:00am on the Pocono Raceway slope. Mountain Dew will be set up in
the Main Base Area with prize tents and tons of cool swag to give out
throughout the day. This is a FREE event open to all skiers and snowboarders
with a valid lift ticket or season pass. Camelback is located in Tannersville,
off I-80 exit 299. Call (570) 629-1661 or visit their website www.skicamelback.com for more
information.
March 6 – The one-and-only Railroad Earth is
coming to Penn’s Peak in Jim Thorpe! Railroad Earth has that unique acoustic
sound that other bands strive to achieve. Ask them what they call it and you'll
get 6 blank stares. They don't really care how their music is labeled (jam
band, bluegrass with drums, souped-up string band), they just enjoy playing it!
The doors at Penns Peak open at 6:00pm and the show starts at 8:00. Tickets are on sale at all Ticketmaster outlets and at the Penn’s Peak Box
Office (walk in only, no phone orders). Penn’s
Peak and the on-site Roadies Restaurant & Bar are located off Maury Road in
Jim Thorpe, just 4 miles from exit 74 of the Northeast Extension of the PA
Turnpike. For more information call 1-866-605-PEAK or check out www.pennspeak.com and buy your
tickets online.
March 6 – Join members of the Pocono Outdoor Club for a Hike
on the Indian Trail at Big Pocono State Park, near Camelback Ski Area
in Tannersville. It will be an easy 3 or 4 miles to the Indian Trail overlook.
Today's hike may cover some of the South Trail as well. Wear sturdy shoes and
be prepared for rocky terrain. Be sure to bring your camera to capture some of
the gorgeous views! Meet at the park entrance or if gate is open, Lot 2 at the
Cattell House. For hike start time, directions and more information, call hike
leader John Motz at (570) 236-1462. The Pocono Outdoor Club is a friendly
hiking group open to all individuals interested in exploring the trails of the
Pocono Mountains. To learn more about the club and its outings in the wilds of
the Poconos, contact today’s hike leader or check out www.poconooutdoorclub.org.
March 6 & 7 – Spring is just around the corner and to
celebrate, the Winter Fun Center at Fernwood Resort in Bushkill is hosting
their annual Spring Tube Fest! There will be prize giveaways for
contests like Snowball Target Toss, the Hula Hoop Contest, the Limbo Contest
and Snowtube Racing, and there will be a great Outdoor Barbecue where you can
sit by the fire to eat corn-on-the-cob and think about summer. Popular vocalist
Erin McClelland will provide musical entertainment. Spring Tube Fest
will run from 12noon to 5:00pm on Saturday and Sunday. As one of the last
weekends to snowtube, the resort will offer $5 off snowtubing tickets to anyone
dressed in resort-wear costumes including bathing suits and Hawaiian outfits!
Throughout the weekend visitors can enjoy various tropical luau-themed
activities, snow play, and prize giveaways from Spring Tube Fest co-sponsor
Pepsi. The Fernwood Winter Fun Center on Route 209 in Bushkill is open to the
public through early March with snowtubing in family-size tubes and single
tubes, a Tiny Tot play area, and a restaurant with a fireside bar at the base
of the snowtubing area. Fernwood Hotel & Resort is offering Spring Tube
Fest Weekend Packages, which include tickets to the Winter Fun Center,
accommodations and more. For more information and a schedule of events, call
(570) 588-9500 ext. 4239. www.fernwoodhotel.com
March 6 & 7 – This is Give Back Weekend at Ski
Big Bear at Masthope Mountain in Lackawaxen. Just bring two non-perishable food
items/canned goods for the local food pantry and receive 15%-off when
purchasing your lift ticket! A portion of all proceeds received this weekend
will be donated to two charities. Charity members will be available to answer
questions and receive donations. The 15%-off special offer is valid from 9:00am
to 9:00pm on Saturday and 9:00 to 4:30 on Sunday. Ski Big Bear at Masthope
Mountain is a semi-private family facility in the Northern Poconos, located
just four miles off of Route 590 in Lackawaxen. The ski area offers 18 trails
with 100% snowmaking, a Terrain Park, and night skiing. For a current snow
conditions report and hours of operation, call (570) 685-1400 or log on to
their website www.ski-bigbear.com. Closed
Tuesdays.
March 7 – The Shawnee Rail Jam sponsored by Flow
Snowboards is happening today at Shawnee Mountain Ski Area in
Shawnee-on-Delaware. All skiers and riders are invited to come out and show the
judges how you can ride the rails in Shawnee’s 3000’ Bushkill Terrain Park.
Judges will be awarding the best overall talent with tons of gear. Other prizes
will be drawn by bib number to be sure everyone leaves with some cool swag! The
Shawnee Rail Jam is open to skiers and riders of all abilities; registration is
from 8:00am to 10:00am and the event starts at 10:00. Shawnee Mountain Ski Area
is located off I-80 exit 309 in Shawnee-on-Delaware; follow signs on Route 209
to Hollow Road. To find out more, call Shawnee Mountain at (570) 421-7231 or
log on to www.shawneemt.com.
March 7 – Cove Haven Entertainment Resorts has announced that
the one-and-only Michael Bolton will be in concert at Cove Haven
Resort in Lakeville! If you made a list of performers who have sold more than
53 million records, won multiple Grammy Awards, earned a Star on Hollywood’s
Walk of Fame and sold out arenas worldwide, Michael Bolton would be on that
list. Bolton achieved his greatest success in the late 80’s and early 90’s as a
singer in the adult contemporary/easy listening genre. Best known for his soft
rock ballads and tenor vocals, his achievements include selling 8 Top Ten
albums and 2 Number One singles on the Billboard charts, as well as
garnering American Music Awards and Grammy Awards. Event-only tickets are
available for $50 per person; Dinner & Show tickets are $185 per couple.
Cove Haven Resort is nestled along Route 590 in Lakeville. For show time and
outside ticket reservations, call 1-866-500-0458 or find out more at www.cpresorts.com/thisweek.
March 7 – The Pocono
Bluegrass & Folk Society will host a big Bluegrass Shin-Dig
today, featuring Chester Johnson & Foggy Mountain Grass and Country
Grass. The public is invited to enjoy the monthly stage shows featuring
critically acclaimed bands at the spacious BPO Elks Lodge on 260 Washington
Street in East Stroudsburg. The stage performances are held on the first floor
and are continuous from noon until around 5:00pm. If you play an instrument,
bring it along and join one of the many jam sessions happening throughout the
1920’s-era building! There are several rooms that are ideal for jamming and
listening. There is also a full bar and the kitchen will be open serving food
at reasonable prices. Admission is $7. For more information, visit www.poconobluegrass.org or call Neil at (570) 424-2937 or
John at (570) 992-2259. The number at the Elks Club is (570) 421-9140.
March 7 – Learn about the clothing of North America's native
peoples when PPL Corporation’s Martins Creek Environmental Preserve on the
shores of the Delaware River in Bangor presents Native American Clothing
and Dress. Discover the clothing styles and fashions of Native
Americans with presenter Andrew Forsythe
of Sioux Specialties. How did they dress for everyday activities, special
occasions, and festivals? What meanings did their accessories and decorations
have? Join Andrew as he explains and helps visitors understand these customs of
America's original inhabitants. This free program will be held from 1:30 to
3:00pm at the Lower Mount Bethel Township Welcome Center, 7701 Martins
Creek-Belvidere Highway in Bangor (adjacent to Riverton Bridge). To register
for this free program or for more information, call PPL at (570) 253-7076 or
send an email to pplpreserves@pplweb.com. You can also
find directions at the website www.pplpreserves.com. The Martins
Creek Environmental Preserve, in conjunction with PPL’s Martins Creek and Lower
Mount Bethel Energy power plants, offers 215 acres of woodland and meadows for
hiking and exploring.
March 7 – Mike Gordon of Phish is coming to the
Sherman Theater at 524
Main Street in Downtown Stroudsburg! The
bassist, songwriter, and award-winning videographer from one of the biggest jam
bands of all time hits the Sherman stage on his Spring Tour. For show time and
ticket information, call the Sherman Theater at (570) 420-2808 or buy online
at www.shermantheater.com.
March 10 - The Monroe
County Garden Club will Meet at 11:30am at the Hughes Eastern Monroe
Public Library on Route 611/North 9th Street, Stroudsburg. The program will be
a presentation by Jane Centrella,
District Director and Garden Club Federation of PA accredited Judge. It will be
a presentation of interesting floral designs in anticipation of the upcoming
flower show 'Flower Power - Two Days of Peace, Love and Flowers.' The Design of
the Month is "A Little Birdie Told Me," a diagonal design not to
exceed 15" height or length, using branches and fresh flowers with a bird
as accessory; bird should be no more than 1/3 height of the design. The
Horticulture Exhibit is "any flowering or foliage houseplant," pot
not to exceed 8" in diameter. Bring in entries 1/2 hour prior to meeting
for judging. The Monroe County Garden Club is a Federated Club of the Garden
Club Federation of PA, District II/III, and a member of National Garden Clubs,
Inc. You may call President Caryl Lamoso at (570) 688-9063 with questions.
"Come Grow With Us."
March 10 & 11 – EXPO 2010, the 23rd
annual Business
& Community EXPO presented by the Greater Pocono Chamber of
Commerce, will be held at the Koehler Field House on the campus of East
Stroudsburg University. Two exciting days of exhibits and seminars are planned
at “The Region’s Largest Business/Community Trade Show.” Preview the area’s
latest products and services from over 175 Pocono Mountains businesses and
organizations. Live broadcasts, educational business seminars, and door prizes
are all planned for this year’s EXPO. Food will be available at the food court.
Show hours are 2:30pm until 7:00pm on Wednesday and noon to 7:00pm on Thursday.
Admission to EXPO 2010 is $2 for adults, $1 for children 12 and under. The
Koehler Field House is located at the corner of Smith and Normal streets on the
campus of East Stroudsburg University in East Stroudsburg. EXPO 2010 is
sponsored in large part by Geisinger and Geisinger Health Plan. For more
information, call the Greater Pocono Chamber of Commerce office at (570)
421-4433. www.poconochamber.net
March 11 - The Gem and
Keystone Brewpub in Shawnee-on-Delaware offers another great opportunity to
hear jazz in the Poconos, when Jesse
Green hosts a Jazz/Fusion Open Jam Session every other Thursday. Join Jesse
Green on keyboard & bass with Daniel
Gonzalez on drums in The Gem & Keystone's Beer Cellar, and listen to
some terrific music from 7:00 to 10:00pm. Musicians, bring your instruments and
your chops for this open jam session or just relax and enjoy the music. The Gem
and Keystone is located on the grounds of the historic Shawnee Inn & Golf
Resort, River Road in Shawnee-on-Delaware. For more information, call (570)
424-0990 or visit www.gemandkeystone.com.
March 12 & 13 – Cove Haven Entertainment Resorts brings you a
weekend of unforgettable comedy, when they present New York City’s
Funniest Comics at Paradise Stream Resort in Mount Pocono on Friday and
at Cove Haven Resort in Lakeville on Saturday! Host MC Steve Marshall
will be joined by top NYC comedians Carol Montgomery, Jeff Pirrami,
and John Pizzi on Friday and by Frankie
Pace, Carol Montgomery, and Jeff Pirrami on Saturday to “wow” you
and your special someone with two nights of big, dynamic and diverse comedy.
Dinner & Show tickets and Event-only tickets are available to the public.
Paradise Stream Resort is nestled along Route 940 in Mount Pocono and Cove
Haven Resort is easy to find on Route 590 in Lakeville. For show times and
outside ticket reservations, call 1-866-500-0458 or find out more at www.cpresorts.com/thisweek.
March 12 thru 14 – The historic Skytop Lodge in Skytop, PA is
hosting a Country Weekend, a unique and exciting Theme Weekend
full of family fun! Enjoy heaps of entertainment like line dancing and square
dancing, a Saturday night barn dance, pony rides, hayrides, a chili-cooking
demonstration & tasting, target shoot and more! Plus, wake up every morning
to a farm fresh breakfast. For your Country Weekend reservations, call Skytop
Lodge at 1-800-345-7759 or (570) 595-8980. See photos of the breathtaking mountain
estate at the website www.skytop.com.
March 12 thru May 6 – The Monroe County Conservation District’s Monroe
County Environmental Education Center (MCEEC) near Bartonsville will host an Exhibit
of Botanical Art by Lucille
Norella. This original fine artwork is created from flowers hand-picked
from Norella's own garden. Flowers are specially preserved in order to retain
their rich color and striking detail. They are then thoughtfully arranged to
eternalize the beauty of living flowers. Join the MCEEC in welcoming Lucille
and a display of her lovely flowers during the Opening Reception from 6:00pm to 8:00pm on Friday, March 12. During
the Reception the public is invited to view the exhibit, meet the artist and
enjoy some refreshments free of charge. Lucille's garden of framed flowers will
remain on display through May 6 during regular business hours, Monday through
Friday and some Saturdays. To find the MCEEC from Interstate 80 (exit 302 from
I-80 West or 302B from I-80 East), go north on Route 611, travel ½ mile to the
next traffic light in Bartonsville, and turn left onto Rimrock Drive. Follow
Rimrock for 0.4 mile, bear right onto N. Easton-Belmont Pike, go 0.2 mile, then
bear right onto Running Valley Road. The Center is 0.7 mile on the left. For
further information, call (570) 629-3061 or visit www.mcconservation.org.
March 13 – The annual Scranton St. Patrick’s Parade
will step off at 12noon today in nearby Downtown Scranton. If you like to celebrate St.
Patrick's Day, or simply like to celebrate, then why not do it early at the 2nd largest St. Patrick’s Parade in
the country! Featuring over 12,000 marchers and participants, the parade
will begin on Wyoming Ave. near St. Peter’s Cathedral and will march to
Lackawanna Ave., where it swings left past the Mall at Steamtown then around
the bend at the Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel and onto Spruce St., where
marchers pass the Lackawanna County Courthouse, then on to North Washington
Ave. to end at the Scranton Cultural Center. This “rite of spring” (Scranton’s
version of Mardi Gras) provides enormous stimulation for the young and young at
heart! Visit www.stpatparade.com for complete St. Patrick’s Day
Parade details. You may also call the Lackawanna County Convention &
Visitors Bureau at 1-800-22-WELCOME with
your questions or log on to www.visitnepa.org.
March 13 – Start building your cardboard sled now for the 3rd
Annual Cardboard Box Derby at Camelback Mountain Resort in
Tannersville! This event is free to the public; participants just need a valid
lift ticket to participate. All cardboard vehicles must be built solely of
cardboard, tape, glue, paint and paper. Cardboard vehicles must have a front,
rear, bottom and two sides. No waxing the bottom of your cardboard vehicle! You
can participate individually or as a team; no more than six participants per
team. Most Creative Vehicle wins a 2010/2011 Camelback Value Season Pass, and
Best in Show for Crowd Favorite, Wackiest, and Best Costumes each win a 2010
Summer Season Pass to Camelbeach Waterpark! Best Dismount (most spectacular
wreck!) wins a $50 Gift Card for Camelback Mountain Resort. Registration begins
at 10:00am and the Derby starts at 1:00pm on the Coolmoor slope. Camelback
Mountain Resort is located in Tannersville, off I-80 exit 299. For complete
rules and all the details about the Cardboard Box Derby, call Camelback at
(570) 629-1661 or visit their website www.skicamelback.com.
March 13 – If you can't wait for the opening of trout season in
April, keep busy with the Fly-Fishing Seminar being offered at
the Monroe County Environmental Education Center near Bartonsville. Join
resource conservationist Carl J. Meyer
and several members of the Brodhead
Chapter of Trout Unlimited for this detailed program on fly-fishing. The
seminar will cover fly-fishing equipment, casting, strategy, fly tying, basic
entomology, and the locations of some very nice places to fish in the Pocono
Mountains. A film, slide program and several raffles are included with
admission. This 3-hour program will start at noon. The cost is $8 adults, $5
kids and pre-registration is required by March 12. Call the Monroe
County Environmental Education Center at (570) 629-3061 to register. www.mcconservation.org
March 13 – Members of the Pocono Outdoor Club invite you
to join them on a Hike at Mount Nebo Park near Marshalls Creek.
This will be an easy 3-mile hike among majestic hemlock forest. Meet in the
parking lot on Mount Nebo Road in the Marshalls Creek area; Nebo Road may be
accessed off Route 209 near the flea market. For hike start time, directions
and more information, call hike leader Rosemary Huebner at (570) 588-3201. The
Pocono Outdoor Club is a friendly hiking group open to all individuals
interested in exploring the trails of the Pocono Mountains. To learn more about
the club and its outings in the wilds of the Poconos, contact today’s hike
leader or check out www.poconooutdoorclub.org.
March 13 - The Jim Thorpe Area Council of the Carbon County
Chamber of Commerce and the Jim Thorpe Artists Music Series (JTAMS) proudly
present Second Saturdays, a monthly celebration of Jim Thorpe’s
growing arts community. Second Saturdays feature extended hours for each of the
many galleries and studios in town, along with many other shops and establishments.
Also featured will be an Art Walk. The celebration runs from noon until
9:00pm. Live Concerts sponsored by JTAMS are held at the Mauch Chunk
Opera House on 14 West Broadway in Jim Thorpe concurrent with Second Saturdays.
Find out more when you log on to www.jimthorpeartists.org or www.jtams.net or call (570) 325-0249. To learn more about this and other exciting Jim Thorpe events, call the Jim
Thorpe Area Council at (570) 325-5810 or visit www.jimthorpe.org.
March 13 – Downtown Milford comes alive during Art after
Dark, from 6:00pm until 9:00pm on the second Saturday of each month.
The evening will be filled with multiple art openings, live music, fine food,
shopping and events at downtown galleries, specialty shops and fine
restaurants. Explore historic Milford on the Delaware River, where PA, NY and
NJ meet. For information, contact the Pike County Chamber of Commerce at (570)
296-8700 or visit www.pikechamber.com.
March 13 & 14 – Calling all Scouts – This is the 20th
Annual Pocono Scout Weekend at Shawnee Mountain Ski Area in
Shawnee-on-Delaware! There will be discounts on lift tickets, rentals and
lessons for all Scouts, along with free Merit Badge Testing and a Scout Race!
Shawnee Mountain Ski Area is located off I-80 exit 309 in Shawnee-on-Delaware;
follow signs on Route 209 to Hollow Road. To find out more about Pocono Scout
Weekend, call Shawnee Mountain at (570) 421-7231 or log on to www.shawneemt.com.
March 14 – Spring forward! Daylight Saving Time Begins Today,
so set your clocks ahead one hour.
March 14 – Happy Birthday Pennsylvania! Today is Charter Day,
commemorating the granting of the Charter of Privileges to William Penn by King
Charles II of England in 1681. This document created Pennsylvania, or
"Penn's Woods."
March 14 - Everyone's Irish for a day at the Jim Thorpe St.
Patrick's Day Parade! For parade start time and route, call the Jim
Thorpe Area Council at (570) 325-5810 or visit www.jimthorpe.org.
March 14 - The Barley Boys will perform Celtic
music for a Post Parade Party & Fundraiser at the Mauch Chunk Museum
& Cultural Center in Jim Thorpe. Doors open at 1:30 with a cash bar and
Irish Buffet, and the performance starts at 4:00. Tickets are $12 in advance
and $15 at the door. Call (610) 379-4124 for more information.
March 14 – Join members of the Pocono Outdoor Club to Hike
Raymondskill Falls, Hackers Falls and the Cliff Trail vicinity. This
hike of over 6 miles offers lots of things to see, with a large climb at the
start. Meet at the upper parking lot on Raymondskill Road; turn at mile marker
18 off Route 209. Be prepared to do a lot of walking, some of it uphill. For
hike start time, exact directions and more information, call hike leader Frank
Allen at (570) 420-9040. The Pocono Outdoor Club is a friendly hiking group open
to all individuals interested in exploring the trails of the Pocono Mountains.
To learn more about the club and its outings in the wilds of the Poconos,
contact today’s hike leader or check out www.poconooutdoorclub.org.
March 14 – The Appalachian Fiddle & Bluegrass Association
(AFBA) invites you to their Bluegrass Shindig at the Beethoven
Waldheim Club, a short drive from the Poconos at 1984 Waldheim Road in
Hellertown. The featured performers will be Hill Town and Heavy Traffic. The doors open at 10:00am
and the show starts at 12:30pm. The day will end at around 6:00. Admission is
$7, children under 12 free. The Beethoven Waldheim Club offers
reasonably-priced food & beverages; no coolers please. Bring your own
instruments for continuous jam sessions throughout the building! The indoor
Shindigs are held on the 2nd Sunday each month, October through
April. Directions to Shindigs: From Rt. 80 to Rt. 33 south to Rt. 78 west, exit
at Hellertown. At end of ramp, turn left onto Main St. (Rt. 412S). Go 3 miles
to Leithsville Fire Co. and turn right on Flint Hill Road. Travel 1/3 mile to
Waldheim Road (on right – see club sign), continue past a short distance then
turn right into the parking lot. Call the Waldheim Club on the day of the
Shindig at (610) 838-9059. For more information about the AFBA or questions
about the Shindig, call Barbara Merring at (610) 253-2800. Complete details can
be found at the association’s very nice website www.afbawindgap.org.
March 14 – The Blooming Grove Volunteer Fire Department invites
you to their annual St. Patrick's Day Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner. The meal
will be served from 1:00 to 5:00pm at the fire department’s Main Fire Hall on Route
739 in Lords Valley (one mile north of I-84). Dinner will include salad, corned
beef, cabbage, potatoes, vegetable, bread, drinks and dessert. BYOB is
permitted. The cost is $12 adults, $5 kids under 10, under 3 free. Call (570)
775-7355 to find out more.
March 15 - The public is invited to attend the Pike County
Conservation District Board of Directors Meeting, to be held at 9:00am
at the Conservation District Education Building on Route 402 in Blooming Grove.
No fee or registration is required. You may call the Pike County Conservation
District office in Hawley at 226-8220 or send an email to pikecd@pikepa.org. Visit the
website www.pikeconservation.org.
March 16 – "Cool Cities: Solving Global Warming One
City at a Time" will be presented by Frank Muraca of the
Sierra Club at the Lackawanna College Environmental Institute near Moscow. Join
Frank at 6:30pm as he discusses the "Cool Cities" campaign in
Scranton and Lackawanna County, and the work being done to persuade cities and
counties to take action with smart energy solutions that reduce global warming
emissions. There is a small fee to attend and pre-registration is required.
The Lackawanna College Environmental Institute is housed on the beautiful
42-acre Moffat Estate, located on Route 435 just outside of Moscow (across from
AJ Chevrolet). To register, contact the institute at (570) 842-1506 or log on
to www.lackawanna.edu/college/environment-inst.htm.
March 19 – Come to the Wallenpaupack Area High School on Route 6
near Hawley to enjoy the Tom Chapin Concert from 7:00 to 8:00pm.
Tom has achieved widespread critical and popular acclaim for his recordings
aimed at 4 to 11-year-olds and their families. Tickets are $12 per seat;
children age 1 and under are free if lap held. Doors for the show open at 6:30.
Tickets are available at the Hawley-Lake Wallenpaupack Chamber of Commerce
office, located in the Lake Wallenpaupack Visitors Center on Route 6 in Hawley.
For more information, call the chamber office at (570) 226-3191 or on the
internet at www.hawleywallenpaupackcc.com.
March 19 - Church Women United of Monroe County
invites everyone to their Business Meeting starting at 1:30pm.
Host church will be St. John's Lutheran, 9 North 9th Street in
Stroudsburg. For more information, you may call (570) 629-0649.
March 19 thru 21 – The historic Skytop Lodge in Skytop, PA is
hosting a Country Weekend, a unique and exciting Theme Weekend
full of family fun! Enjoy heaps of entertainment like line dancing and square
dancing, a Saturday night barn dance, pony rides, hayrides, a chili-cooking
demonstration & tasting, target shoot and more! Plus, wake up every morning
to a farm fresh breakfast. For your Country Weekend reservations, call Skytop
Lodge at 1-800-345-7759 or (570) 595-8980. See photos of the breathtaking
mountain estate at the website www.skytop.com.
March 19 thru 21 – “Bury the Competition at the 2010 World
Games” is the theme for this spring’s Murder Mystery Weekend
at The French Manor in South Sterling. Approximately two weeks prior to
arrival, guests will be receiving their unique character information for the
Murder Mystery. More mysterious clues will be handed out upon check-in. Enjoy a
weekend away and let fine service prevail as you indulge in elegant 4 Diamond
lodging and dining at The French Manor while participating in this intriguing
Murder Mystery. For your reservations, call The French Manor at 1-877-720-6095
or (570) 676-3244. www.thefrenchmanor.com
March 20 – Today is the First Day of Spring – Get outdoors
and enjoy it in the Pocono Mountains!
March 20 – Camelback Mountain Resort in Tannersville will host
its 5th Annual Pond Skimming and TAILGATE at 1:00pm!
See if you can ski or snowboard across the pond - only two contestants made it
last season! Skiers and snowboarders ages 18 & up are invited to ski or
ride down the Coolmoor slope and skim across a shallow pond. Gain as much speed
as possible and see if you can make it all the way across. Can you go the
distance? Come dressed to impress, in a bathing suit, or as wacky as you can.
There will be prizes (Season Passes!) for Most Original Costume (to get across
the Pond), and Best in Show (Crowd Favorite). Best Dismount (most graceful
wreck) wins a $50 Camelback Gift Card. Registration begins at 10:00am and the
Pond Skimming starts at 1:00pm on the Coolmoor. There is no charge for Pond
Skimming; all you need is a valid lift ticket and your signature on a completed
release form. Camelback Mountain Resort is located in Tannersville, off I-80
exit 299. Call (570) 629-1661 or visit their website www.skicamelback.com.
March 20 – Shake off the frost from the long winter and celebrate
the arrival of spring with the Vernal Equinox Extravaganza at the
Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) in Dingmans Ferry. The Vernal (Spring) Equinox is the
first day of spring, the day when the sun is positioned directly above the
equator making the length of day and night equal. Go orienteering for signs of spring and have fun carefully planting seeds
to take home. Fruit snacks will be served to celebrate the end of winter and to
welcome the new growing season. Registration is required for this program.
PEEC, a non-profit center, is located off Route 209 in Dingmans Ferry within
the beautiful Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. The center enhances
environmental awareness, knowledge, and appreciation through hands-on
experience in a natural outdoor classroom. PEEC provides these unique
environmental experiences to families and groups of all ages. For Equinox
Extravaganza hours and more information or to register, call PEEC at (570)
828-2319 or log on to www.peec.org.
March 20 – Cure your cabin fever with the Welcome Spring
Walk planned from 1:30 to 3:00pm at PPL Corporation’s Martins Creek
Environmental Preserve, located on the shores of the Delaware River in Bangor.
Take in the sights, smells and sounds of the Tekening Woods on this casual
ramble along its trails. The focus of this walk will be an exploration of the
customs different cultures have observed in welcoming the Vernal Equinox, or
the first day of spring. This free program will begin at the Cedars Pavilion on
Foul Rift Road. Be sure to dress for the weather. For more information or
directions, call PPL at (570) 253-7076 or send an email to pplpreserves@pplweb.com. The Martins
Creek Environmental Preserve, in conjunction with PPL’s Martins Creek and Lower
Mount Bethel Energy power plants, offers 215 acres of woodland and meadows for
hiking and exploring. www.pplpreserves.com
March
20 - The 11th annual local showing of the Black Maria Film Festival
will be held at the Pocono Community Theatre in East Stroudsburg. Presented by
the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of
the Poconos, the event begins at 1:00pm and will feature from ten to
fourteen short films. The Black Maria Film Festival celebrates cutting-edge
independent films from all over the world, specializing in short pieces. The
festival gets its unusual name from Thomas Edison's seminal film studio, built
in West Orange, NJ, in 1893. The studio was covered in black tar paper leading
visitors to say it looked like a "Black Maria," the nickname for
police paddy wagons of the day. Each year the festival receives about 700
entries into its juried competition. The approximately 50 prize-winning films
are exhibited at over 70 prestigious institutions in the US and abroad.
Immediately following the festival, guests are invited to gather at the
Unitarian Fellowship of the Poconos in Stroudsburg for a lively discussion of
the films; light refreshments will be provided. Seating is limited for this
event and advanced purchase of tickets is suggested. General admission tickets
are $10 in advance or $12 at the door. Advance tickets are available at Pocono
Community Theatre, 88 South Courtland St. in East Stroudsburg and at the
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of the Poconos, 940A Ann Street in Stroudsburg
on Sunday mornings from 10:00 to 12:00. Call Pocono Community Theatre at (570)
421-3456 with questions.
March 20 - The Wayne
County Chamber of Commerce will proudly sponsor "Viva Las Vegas Casino
Night" at Ehrhardt's Waterfront Resort in Tafton. This year's
event will be filled with more surprises and fun than ever! The evening will
begin with the opening of the casino and silent auction at 6:30pm. A delicious
buffet will be served at 7:00pm. Elvis's
Lost Brother, Eric Bressi, will supply music the entire evening in addition
to performing a special show at 8:30pm. There will be something for everyone to
enjoy: exciting casino action, a show, the silent auction, costume contests,
and a 50/50. Two grand prizes totaling $750 will be awarded to the top casino
winners! For more information or to order your tickets, call the Wayne County
Chamber of Commerce at (570) 253-1960 or email to membership@waynecountycc.com. Visit the
website www.waynecountycc.com.
March 20 – Members of the Pocono Outdoor Club invite you
to join them when they Hike from Fox Gap to Water Gap on the Appalachian
Trail. A great hike for the first day of spring, this moderately-paced
excursion of about 7 miles offers great views and even a man-made cave! Be sure
to wear proper hiking boots since this is on the A.T. and there rocky sections.
The hike will start high and finish low for a mostly downhill ramble. Meet at
9:00am in the Lake Lenape parking lot in Delaware Water Gap to shuttle to Fox
Gap. For exact directions and more information, call hike leader Roy Kleinle at
(570) 421-8982. The Pocono Outdoor Club is a friendly hiking group open to all
individuals interested in exploring the trails of the Pocono Mountains. To
learn more about the club and its outings in the wilds of the Poconos, contact
today’s hike leader or check out www.poconooutdoorclub.org.
March 20 - The annual Bunny
Lunch hosted by the Lehighton
Area Lioness Lions Club will begin at 11:00am at the Lehighton Recreation
Center, 8th Street in Lehighton. The event includes a light lunch, a
visit from Peter Cottontail, a gift bag and several treats. Be sure to bring
your camera! Tickets are $5 per person and can be purchased at the door or in
advance. For tickets and information, call Cleo at (610) 377-1053 or Alicia at
(570) 325-8685.
March 21 - The annual Saint
Patrick's Day Parade in Monroe County steps off at 1:30pm from Stroudsburg
High School! Marchers will parade down Main Street in Stroudsburg, cross the
bridge into East Stroudsburg, and finish on Crystal Street. The parade route
will be lined with thousands of spectators of all ages, and it will be great
fun for all! For more information about the Monroe County Saint Patrick's Day
Parade, call Maureen at (570) 223-6708 or check out www.poconoirishparade.org.
March 21 – The 27th Annual Costume Carnival Day
is coming to Shawnee Mountain Ski Area in Shawnee-on-Delaware! Skiers and
snowboarders who show up wearing a costume today will receive a FREE day lift
ticket! There will be a Costume Parade and Judging at 1:00pm with great prizes.
Shawnee Mountain is located just off I-80 exit 309 in Shawnee-on-Delaware. For
more information about Costume Carnival Day, call Shawnee Mountain at (570)
421-7231 ext. 229 or log on to www.shawneemt.com.
March 21 – The Carter Chamber Music Series at East Stroudsburg
University will present the Northern New
Jersey Youth Orchestra in a special Fundraising Concert. The
performance will begin at 3:00pm in the Cecilia S. Cohen Recital Hall of the
university’s Fine & Performing Arts Center, Normal and Marguerite streets
in East Stroudsburg. Todd Van Beveren
will conduct and accompany with violin, Robert
Miller will join on piano, with Patrick
Laird, cello. Works to include: Trio
in D Major for Piano, Violin, and Cello, Op. 70, no. 1 "Geister"
by Ludwig van Beethoven, Andante festivo
by Jean Sibelius, First Overture for
Strings by Johann Bach, and Mozart's Piano
Concerto in G Major, K. 453. General admission is $10, students $5. For
ticket reservations call (570) 422 3483, press option 2, and then option 2 again.
For more information, call the Fine & Performing Arts Center’s Events Line
at (570) 422-3483 or visit East Stroudsburg University’s website at www.esu.edu.
March 21 – Think Spring! Nescopeck State Park will host a Fly-Fishing
Basics program at 2:00pm. Drop by the park office between 2:00 and
4:00pm at this informal gathering of local fly-fishing enthusiasts impatient
for the season to start! Watch and learn to tie flies, try your hand at casting
a fly rod, or ask questions of some of the folks who will be sharing their
knowledge at this event. This program is free to the public. Nescopeck State
Park is located west of White Haven, near Drums. For further details, call the
Nescopeck State Park office at (570) 403-2006. Check out the Pennsylvania State
Parks website www.visitpaparks.com.
March 21 – Join members of the Pocono Outdoor Club on a Hike
Around Tobyhanna Lake in Tobyhanna State Park. It will be a gorgeous
lakeside hike of around five miles. Wear sturdy shoes, dress for the weather
and bring a camera! Meet for this hike at 12noon in Parking Area 1 (boat launch
area) in Tobyhanna State Park. For more information, call hike leader Kate
Andrew at (570) 236-6831. The Pocono Outdoor Club is a friendly hiking group
open to all individuals interested in exploring the trails of the Pocono
Mountains. To learn more about the club and its outings in the wilds of the
Poconos, contact today’s hike leader or check out www.poconooutdoorclub.org.
March 23 thru 26 – The Auxiliary of the Pocono Medical Center in
East Stroudsburg proudly sponsors their 22nd Annual Television Auction,
airing from 6:00pm to 10:00pm each evening on Blue Ridge Communications Channel
13 TV. The event will raise funds to build a new Dale and Francis Hughes Cancer
Center, so that Pocono Health System can continue to meet the growing needs of
Monroe County and the surrounding area. Tune in!
March 23 thru November 13 – Horse racing fans enjoy Live
Harness Racing every Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday at
Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, Highway 315 in Wilkes-Barre. Post time is 6:30pm.
Thoroughbred and harness racing from premier US tracks is available in their
simulcast facility all year long. Check out Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs,
where over 2,500 slots sizzle 24 hours a day, seven days a week! Mohegan Sun at
Pocono Downs is located at 1280 Highway 315 in Wilkes-Barre and their phone
numbers are 1-888-WIN-IN-PA and (570) 831-2100. Log on to their website www.mohegansunpocono.com.
March 24 – The American Woodcock is a unique bird in many
respects. One of the most fascinating parts of the woodcock’s life history is
its dusk courtship display. Join Environmental Educator Brian Hardiman
at 6:30pm on a Woodcock Watch at the Tannersville Cranberry Bog.
Brian will lead a field trip to the bog property to listen and look for
displaying woodcocks. Participants will meet at 6:30 at the Monroe County
Environmental Education Center near Bartonsville for a brief classroom program
before traveling to the bog to witness this annual rite of spring. Binoculars
are suggested. The cost to attend is $5 and pre-registration is required.
Call the Monroe County EE Center at (570) 629-3061 to register or visit www.mcconservation.org for more
information.
March 25 - The Gem and
Keystone Brewpub in Shawnee-on-Delaware offers another great opportunity to
hear jazz in the Poconos, when Jesse
Green hosts a Jazz/Fusion Open Jam Session every other Thursday. Join Jesse
Green on keyboard & bass with Daniel
Gonzalez on drums in The Gem & Keystone's Beer Cellar, and listen to
some terrific music from 7:00 to 10:00pm. Musicians, bring your instruments and
your chops for this open jam session or just relax and enjoy the music. The Gem
and Keystone is located on the grounds of the historic Shawnee Inn & Golf
Resort, River Road in Shawnee-on-Delaware. For more information, call (570)
424-0990 or visit www.gemandkeystone.com.
March 25 – The Wayne County Genealogy Group Meets
at 4:30pm at the Wayne County Public Library, 1406 Main Street in Honesdale.
Beginners and experienced researchers are welcome to attend these informative
sessions. For more information, call (570) 253-5468 or send an email to wchspa@ptd.net. See the Historical Society’s website at www.waynehistorypa.org.
March 25 – The Wayne County Public Library in Honesdale invites
you to an Introduction to Poetry, an ongoing program that meets
the last Thursday of each month from 6:30 to 7:30pm. The series is facilitated
by Rita Dibble and Christine San Jose. Explore the world of
poetry. Listen to poetry being read aloud, read poetry of your own, and join in
on the discussion. The library is located at 1406 Main Street in Honesdale.
Drop by or call 253-1220 to sign up!
March 26 – Come hear the U.S.
Military Band, West Point in a Free Concert at Notre Dame High
School, 60 Spangenburg Ave. in East Stroudsburg! The concert will begin
promptly at 7:00pm and is sponsored by East Stroudsburg University and University Bands. For more information,
call East Stroudsburg University at (570) 422-3483 or visit www.esu.edu.
March 26 – Experience the Sounds of a Spring Night when you hear the many
curious noises of a spring evening in the forest at Nescopeck State Park.
A brief indoor session at 7:00pm will be followed by an outdoor walk that's sure to
be an enjoyable adventure for all ages. Bring a flashlight for the outdoor
portion of the program. This program is free to the public, however registration
is required. Nescopeck State Park is located west of White Haven, near
Drums. For further details or to register, call the Nescopeck State Park office
at (570) 403-2006. Check out the Pennsylvania State Parks website www.visitpaparks.com.
March 26 - The "Hearts
and Hammers for Habitat" Dinner Dance to benefit Habitat for Humanity of Wayne County
will be held at Ehrhardt's Waterfront Resort on Lake Wallenpaupack. The Dinner
Dance will be held from 6:30 to 11:30pm, with DJ Frankie Carll Productions providing entertainment and Ehrhardt's
supplying their Shoreline Buffet. Tickets are $35 per person. For tickets or
information, call Kim at (570) 251-7741.
March 26 thru 28 – The historic Skytop Lodge in Skytop, PA invites
you to bring the family for "Kids Cook in the Clouds" Weekend,
a unique and exciting Theme Weekend full of family fun! When you teach a child
to cook, you're not just passing on culinary skills, you're imparting crucial
skills related to everyday life such as timing, responsibility, coordination
and attention to detail. During this special weekend, your children ages 7 to
10 will have the opportunity to make the invitations, set the table, and create
the menu. Older children 11 to 14 will don an apron, go to the kitchen and
prepare the meal alongside Skytop's Chefs! Afterwards, all participants will
invite their families to join in the culinary event they have created. It's
guaranteed fun for all! For your "Kids Cook in the Clouds" Weekend
reservations, call Skytop Lodge at 1-800-345-7759 or (570) 595-8980. See photos
of the breathtaking mountain estate at the website www.skytop.com.
March 27 – One of the first signs of spring is Easter, and that
means it’s time for the Easter Bunny to hop aboard the Stourbridge Line Rail
Excursion in Honesdale for the annual Bunny Run Train Ride!
Departure times for the two-hour train ride are 12:30pm and 3:30pm. The whole
family will have a great time with music, singing, and a special treat for the
kids. Best of all, kids will have the chance to visit with the Easter Bunny!
All the good, old-fashioned fun keeps families coming back year after year. The
Stourbridge Line Train Station is easy to find at the Wayne County Visitors
Center on Commercial Street in Honesdale. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15
for children; kids 2 and under who are lap held ride for free. Reservations are
required, so hop to it and make your reservations today by calling the Wayne
County Chamber of Commerce at (570) 253-1960. Visit the website www.waynecountycc.com.
March 27 – Members of the Pocono Outdoor Club invite you
to join them on a Hike Up the Hogback Ridge and Down to the Delaware
River. This moderately-paced eight-mile hike will go up the Hogback
Ridge to visit a scenic pond and heron rookery, then on to the Delaware River
going south on Freeman's Road to River Road. From there, pick up the McDade
trail to complete the loop back to the starting point. Be prepared for one
major elevation change. For hike start time and meeting place, contact hike
leader George Singleman at (570) 421-2968. The Pocono Outdoor Club is a
friendly hiking group open to all individuals interested in exploring the
trails of the Pocono Mountains. To learn more about the club and its outings in
the wilds of the Poconos, contact today’s hike leader or check out www.poconooutdoorclub.org.
March 27 – Pink Floyd cover band THE MACHINE is
coming to Penn’s Peak in Jim Thorpe! THE MACHINE, America's top Pink Floyd
show, has forged a 20 reputation of excellence extending the legacy of Pink
Floyd. Over the years, THE MACHINE has sold out large clubs and theaters across
North America, Central America, Europe and Asia. The band focuses on making
every show an authentic Pink Floyd experience, with stellar musicianship,
dramatic lighting and video, and their passionate delivery of a diverse mix of
The Floyd's extensive 16-album repertoire. Pink Floyd fans do not want to miss
this show! The doors at Penns Peak open at 6:00pm and the show starts at 8:00.
Tickets are on sale at all Ticketmaster outlets
and at the Penn’s Peak Box Office (walk in only, no phone orders). Penn’s Peak and the on-site Roadies Restaurant
& Bar are located off Maury Road in Jim Thorpe, just 4 miles from exit 74
of the Northeast Extension of the PA Turnpike. For more information call
1-866-605-PEAK or check out www.pennspeak.com and buy your
tickets online.
March 27 & 28 – Celebrate Spring 2010 when Camelback Mountain
Resort in Tannersville hosts their annual Beach Party Weekend!
Skiers and riders are invited to come out and enjoy the beach-themed
festivities all weekend long. Fun summer activities and entertainment will be
offered throughout the Main Base Area and in the Thirsty Camel lounge. Dance to
island sounds on the sandy “beach,” play volleyball in the Main Base Area, and
win some great prizes. A ton of fun events are planned for both days. Camelback
Mountain Resort is located in Tannersville, off I-80 exit 299. Call (570)
629-1661 or visit their website www.skicamelback.com.
March 28 – Join members of the Pocono Outdoor Club on a Hike
at Brady's Lake. This will be a five-mile easy, flat hike through
beautiful Pocono Mountain woodlands. Meet for the hike at the Brady's Lake
parking lot off Route 940 in Pocono Lake. For start time, call hike leader Sue
Pendergast (570) 242-0519. The Pocono Outdoor Club is a friendly hiking group
open to all individuals interested in exploring the trails of the Pocono
Mountains. To learn more about the club and its outings in the wilds of the
Poconos, contact today’s hike leader or check out www.poconooutdoorclub.org.
March 30 – With the financial and environmental cost of living
increasing, now is the time to explore clean alternative energy sources. Join A.J. Bittner, President of Keystone
Energy, for "Going Solar 101" at the Lackawanna College
Environmental Institute near Moscow. This power point presentation will begin
at 6:30pm, when Bittner will discuss what home and business owners need to know
before purchasing a solar electric system. Learn how these systems work; what
is involved with installation; how much money you can save on your electric
bill; how solar helps the environment, and if you have an appropriate site.
Also reviewed will be installation and maintenance costs, and the new tax
credits and rebates that make these systems extremely affordable. There is a $4
fee to attend and pre-registration is required. The Lackawanna College
Environmental Institute is housed on the beautiful 42-acre Moffat Estate,
located on Route 435 just outside of Moscow (across from AJ Chevrolet). To
register, contact the institute at (570) 842-1506 or log on to www.lackawanna.edu/college/environment-inst.htm.
April 2 thru 4 – Make your reservations for the fun-filled Easter
Weekend Package being offered at Split Rock Resort in Lake Harmony.
This exciting holiday package includes deluxe accommodations, breakfast daily,
one movie ticket per person, free tennis, basketball, billiards and
racquetball, free game of bowling per person, and Doc Holiday’s Legendary
Activity Schedule. Easter Brunch is planned on Sunday, along with a visit from
the Easter Bunny with a Coke Tail Party, an Easter Egg Hunt and an Easter Egg
Basket for all kids. Situated on serene Lake Harmony in the Western Pocono
Mountains, Split Rock Resort features a variety of accommodations, dining
options and recreational amenities including 27 holes of championship golf,
indoor/outdoor tennis, a fully equipped fitness center, video arcade,
eight-lane bowling alley, three restaurants and the colossal H2Oooohh
Indoor Waterpark! Visit the website www.splitrockresort.com for Easter
Weekend Package rates and information, or call Split Rock Resort at
1-800-255-7625 or (570) 722-9111 for reservations.
April 2 thru 4 – Celebrate Easter Weekend at the historic
Skytop Lodge in Skytop, PA and begin a family tradition! For the young ones
there's the thrill of an Easter Egg Hunt, pony rides, a live petting zoo,
Easter Brunch, and a very special visit from Peter Cottontail! Of course, the
whole family can enjoy the many fine amenities that guests of Skytop Lodge are
accustomed to. For your Easter Weekend reservations, call Skytop Lodge at
1-800-345-7759 or (570) 595-8980. See photos of the breathtaking mountain
estate at the website www.skytop.com.
April 8 - The Gem and
Keystone Brewpub in Shawnee-on-Delaware offers another great opportunity to
hear jazz in the Poconos, when Jesse Green
hosts a Jazz/Fusion Open Jam Session every other Thursday. Join Jesse
Green on keyboard & bass with Daniel
Gonzalez on drums in The Gem & Keystone's Beer Cellar, and listen to
some terrific music from 7:00 to 10:00pm. Musicians, bring your instruments and
your chops for this open jam session or just relax and enjoy the music. The Gem
and Keystone is located on the grounds of the historic Shawnee Inn & Golf
Resort, River Road in Shawnee-on-Delaware. For more information, call (570)
424-0990 or visit www.gemandkeystone.com.
April 11 – The Appalachian Fiddle & Bluegrass Association
(AFBA) invites you to their Bluegrass Shindig at the Beethoven
Waldheim Club, a short drive from the Poconos at 1984 Waldheim Road in
Hellertown. The featured performers will be Country Grass and Thunder Creek. The doors open at 10:00am
and the show starts at 12:30pm. The day will end at around 6:00. Admission is
$7, children under 12 free. The Beethoven Waldheim Club offers reasonably-priced
food & beverages; no coolers please. Bring your own instruments for
continuous jam sessions throughout the building! The indoor Shindigs are held
on the 2nd Sunday each month, October through April. Directions to
Shindigs: From Rt. 80 to Rt. 33 south to Rt. 78 west, exit at Hellertown. At
end of ramp, turn left onto Main St. (Rt. 412S). Go 3 miles to Leithsville Fire
Co. and turn right on Flint Hill Road. Travel 1/3 mile to Waldheim Road (on
right – see club sign), continue past a short distance then turn right into the
parking lot. Call the Waldheim Club on the day of the Shindig at (610)
838-9059. For more information about the AFBA or questions about the Shindig,
call Barbara Merring at (610) 253-2800. Complete details can be found at the
association’s very nice website www.afbawindgap.org.
April 11 – The Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) in
Dingmans Ferry will host a "Sunday for Singles" Hike
from 10:00am until noon. Meeting people and enjoying nature are what these
monthly hikes are all about. This will be a casual hike along PEEC's easy to
moderate trails. If you're over 18 and love nature, this walk is a great way to
meet new people and learn about the natural world. Registration is required
for this free program. PEEC, a non-profit center, is located off Route 209 in
Dingmans Ferry within the beautiful Delaware Water Gap National Recreation
Area. The center enhances environmental awareness, knowledge, and appreciation
through hands-on experience in a natural outdoor classroom. PEEC provides these
unique environmental experiences to families and groups of all ages. For more
information or to register, call PEEC at (570) 828-2319 or log on to www.peec.org.
April 17 – Trout Fishing Season Opens at 8:00am
today on Commonwealth of Pennsylvania inland waters. The minimum size is 7
inches, with a daily limit of 5 fish. The regular season runs through Labor
Day. Find out more about the great fishing in Pennsylvania at www.fish.state.pa.us and don’t
forget to buy your license!
April 17 – Celebrate Earth Day at the Pike-Wayne Earth Day
Festival at PPL’s Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center, located
adjacent to the Lake Wallenpaupack dam on Route 6 near Hawley. The annual
festival will be held from 10:00am to 3:00pm, rain or shine. By mid-April, who
doesn't need an excuse to get out of the house and avoid those spring cleaning
chores? Take this opportunity to get some fresh air while you learn more about
the many environmental and conservation organizations in the community. Local
groups will join PPL to bring you a fun learning experience, with indoor &
outdoor activities for all ages. You can go on a Bird Walk with the NEPA Audubon Society, make a Watershed
Sundae with the LWWMD and the Pike County Conservation District, and
see Fish Casting Demos with the National
Park Service. There will be a Farmers Market with local products, along
with informative Green Energy displays and fun things like "See What lives
in the Lake." Bring the whole family - there will be costumed characters,
animal tracking programs and other activities for the kids. There will also be
music, prize raffles, many informative displays and much more. Food will be
available. The Pike-Wayne Earth Day Festival is free and open to the public.
For more information, check out www.pikewayneearthday.org. You may also
call PPL at (570) 253-7076 or email pplpreserves@pplweb.com.
April 17 – Get your groove on and boogie on down to Mohegan Sun
at Pocono Downs in Wilkes-Barre as the Northeastern
Pennsylvania Philharmonic celebrates the 1970's with Lovin' the Music from
6:00 to 11:30pm. Live it up for one groovy night that promises to take you on a
trip back to the sights and sounds of the 1970's as you celebrate with the
music of The Dance Hall Docs. This
will certainly not be a "typical" gala! The night will begin with
cocktail hour in the exclusive 70's lounge, decorated with appropriate decor
from the era. There will be plenty of room to circulate throughout the lounge
and enjoy sumptuous passed hors d'oeuvres, an open bar, great live music and
70's surprises. Following cocktails, head into the ballroom for dinner, with
creative decor and table settings to take you back to a funkier time. The
atmosphere of the evening will be outdone only by the food and wine presented
with a 70's twist by the chef and staff at Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs. After
dinner, be ready to kick things up a notch with funky parlor games and the
opportunity to "get down" and groove to the sounds of The Dance Hall Docs! Reservations for
Lovin' the Music are required by April 8. Black tie/groovy dress optional.
For ticket information and reservations, call the Philharmonic office at (570)
341-1568 or log on to www.nepaphil.org. Mohegan Sun
at Pocono Downs is located at 1280 Highway 315 in Wilkes-Barre and their phone
numbers are 1-888-WIN-IN-PA and (570) 831-2100. Check out www.mohegansunpocono.com for directions.
April 17 - The 12th
Annual Tricky Tray benefitting Special
Olympics of Monroe County will be held at the Jackson Township Firehouse,
Route 715 in Reeders. The doors open at 5:00pm and the calling starts at 7:00.
The $5 admission includes one sheet of 25 tickets. Also available will be
specials, a 50/50 raffle, and lottery apron. All proceeds from the tricky tray
benefit the athletes of Monroe County. Food will also be available for purchase
to benefit the Jackson Township Fire Company. For more information, call Denise
at (570) 992-2847.
April 18 – Cove Haven Entertainment Resorts has announced that
comedian, actor and game show host Howie Mandel will perform at
the Cove Haven property in Lakeville! The evening's entertainment will begin at
8:30pm. Named one of Comedy Central's
100 Best Stand-Up Comedians of All Time, Howie Mandel is a master of improvisation.
Known most recently as the host of the wildly popular "Deal or No
Deal," Mandel will tickle your funny bone with a lively show that proves
why this talented comedian-turned-game show host is still on the circuit doing
what he does best - making people laugh. Cove Haven Resort's all-inclusive
overnight packages include luxurious suite accommodations, all-you-can-eat
breakfast and dinner, and two free tickets to the evening's comedy event. A
limited number of event-only tickets are also available for purchase. Cove
Haven Resort is nestled along Route 590 in Lakeville. For reservations or
information, call 1-866-500-0458 or find out more at www.cpresorts.com/thisweek.
April 18 – The Pocono
Bluegrass & Folk Society will host a big Bluegrass Shin-Dig
today, featuring Stained Grass Window and Mason Porter. The
public is invited to enjoy the monthly stage shows featuring critically
acclaimed bands at the spacious BPO Elks Lodge on 260 Washington Street in East
Stroudsburg. A special highlight of this month’s Shin-Dig will be The 30th
Annual Ron Nauman Fiddle Contest! The stage performances are held on the
first floor and are continuous from noon until around 5:00pm. If you play an
instrument, bring it along and join one of the many jam sessions happening
throughout the 1920’s-era building! There are several rooms that are ideal for
jamming and listening. There is also a full bar and the kitchen will be open
serving food at reasonable prices. Admission is $7. For more information, visit
www.poconobluegrass.org or call Neil at (570) 424-2937 or
John at (570) 992-2259. The number at the Elks Club is (570) 421-9140.
1st & 3rd Thursday – each month,
the Pocono Mountain Seniors Group Meets at the Pocono Summit Fire
House in Pocono Summit. Interested? Call 839-8172.
1st & 3rd Thursday – each month,
residents and business owners in Mt. Pocono and surrounding communities are
invited to attend the Meetings of the Mt. Pocono Association at
9:00am at the Municipal Building (Rt. 611) in Mount Pocono. You may call
839-8030 for more information.
3rd Monday – Each month, the Coolbaugh
Township Historical Association Meets at 7:00pm at the Association
Museum in the Municipal Center on 5550 Memorial Boulevard in Tobyhanna. Call
the Museum at 894-4207. Visitors are welcome!
Every Saturday – BINGO, 6:30pm at the Promised Land
firehouse off Route 390 in Promised Land.
4th Sunday of every month - Historians of Sterling
Township Meeting, 2:00pm in the Sterling United Methodist Church Sunday
School Room. Anyone interested in becoming a member may call 676-3206. All are
welcome.
3rd Thursday of every month - The Pocono Mountain Chapter of
the National Rail Historical Society Meets at the Tannersville Learning
Center. Visitors are welcome! For more information, call 421-6947.
2nd & 4th Monday of every month - Exchange Club of the
Pocono Mountains Meeting at Dansbury Depot in East Stroudsburg. New
members are welcomed at any time. For additional information about the group,
please call Carol Hutson, secretary, at 223-0848.
4th Monday of every month - Meeting of the Pocono Mountain
Women's Club, 7:30pm at Tobyhanna Elementary Center in Pocono Pines.
Interested in joining? Call the Membership Chairperson at 646-3954. Meetings
held every month except Dec. and June.
Sundays - Coffee Hour at the Zion United Church of
Christ, 14 N. 8th Street, Stroudsburg at 10:00am.
1st Sunday of every month - Breakfast at the
Coolbaugh Fire Company Building, Laurel Drive (off Rt. 611) in Tobyhanna from
8:00 until noon.
1st Sunday of every month - Breakfast at
American Legion Post 413, Old Rt. 940 at Pocono Lake from 8:00 until noon.
