CALENDAR OF EVENTS
All Phone Numbers are in the 570 Area
Code, unless otherwise noted
Now thru
October – Bushkill
Falls Open for 104th Tour Season! Bushkill Falls, “The
Niagara of Pennsylvania,” is centered on eight roaring waterfalls and features
miles of nature trails and picnic areas, plus paddle boats, miniature golf,
fishing, exhibits, specialty shops and fun for all ages. The famous Pocono
Mountain attraction is located off of Route 209 in Bushkill and is open to the
public daily from 9:00am to dusk, April through October. Call Bushkill Falls at
(570) 588-6682 or see their website www.visitbushkillfalls.com.
Now through
Trout Season –
Thanks to the Business Owners of Lackawaxen Township, the 2008 Lackawaxen
River Monster Trout Derby is open to all fishermen on the river between
Hawley and the Village of Lackawaxen. There
is no entry fee or pre-registration. All anglers need to do is catch one of the
100 giant trout that have been stocked in river in addition to the thousands of
trout stocked by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Each trout has been tagged
with a number that corresponds with a list of terrific prizes. Anyone who
catches one of these fish can simply take it to the Angler’s Roost sporting
goods store on Scenic Drive in Lackawaxen or to the Wallenpaupack Sport Shop at
routes 6 and 590 in Hawley. At the sports shops the fish will be weighed-in and
certified. The trout are monsters, approximately 21 to 28 inches in length and weighing
between 5 and 10 pounds. They truly are trophy trout. The prizes will be
available until all the trout are caught, regardless of when. For details, call
Angler’s Roost at (570) 685-2010. Getting to catch a 10 pound trout plus
winning a prize – It just doesn’t get any better than that!
Now thru May
26 – Put a
little wild in your life at Mount Airy Casino Resort in Mount Pocono with the $300,000
Ride into Fun Giveaway! Just use your Player’s Club Card on all your
favorite slots at Mount Airy between April 14 and May 26 for your chance to
drive home in a brand new Jeep Wrangler and a Kawasaki Jet Ski! And the winning
doesn’t stop there - Four times every weekday, win a chance to spin the giant
prize wheel to win $2,500 cash and other great prizes! Disclaimer: Must be a
Player’s Club member, 21 or older and present to win. Taxes are sole
responsibility of winner. Promotion may be modified or cancelled at any time.
Cash and other prizes: drawings 12pm, 3pm, 6pm and 9pm weekdays. Grand prize:
earn entries April 14 through May 26, 5:59am. Drawing May 26 at 8pm. See
Player’s Club for more details. Mount Airy Casino Resort is situated on
Woodland Road in Mount Pocono, via Route 611 or Route 940. Call them at
1-877-MT-AIRY1 or log on to their website www.mountairycasino.com.
Now thru May
27 – Swing
into Spring on the 18-hole, par 71 course at Fernwood Hotel & Resort,
Route 209 in Bushkill! Carts & Greens Fees are just two for $50 and four for
$88 with their coupon on page 9 of this magazine. Advance tee time is required.
For your tee times, call (570) 588-9500 or toll-free 1-888-FERNWOOD. www.fernwoodhotel.com
Monday thru
Thursday – The
Laurel Spa at the Inn at Pocono Manor invites you to treat yourself to one of
their Weekly Spa Specials. Monday through Thursday enjoy 20% Off
All Massages, Facials and Body Treatments; 15% Off All Pedicures and Manicures,
and 10% Off All Laurel Spa Packages and All Regular Priced Products. Make sure
you mention the code TWIP 03 when booking your service and bring this
magazine with you to receive the discount; failure to do so will result in the
service being charged at regular price. Specials cannot be combined with other
offers; other restrictions may apply. Offer expires 6/30/08. The Laurel Spa at
the historic Inn at Pocono Manor is pleasantly situated off Route 314 in Pocono
Manor, PA via I-380 to Route 940. Call the luxurious, 8,500 sq. ft. spa at
(570) 839-0140 to schedule an appointment and view the extensive Menu of
Services at their website www.laurelspaatpoconomanor.com.
Daily – Free Brewery Tours and
Beer Tastings, 12:30pm at the Barley Creek Brewing Company, Sullivan
Trail and Camelback Road in Tannersville. Reservations are not required and
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.
Daily – See the Free Candle
Making Demonstrations from 10:00 to 5:00 at the House of Candles,
located on Rt. 715 North between Tannersville and Henryville. Watch the
fascinating candle making process from start to finish; even see them make a
custom candle in your choice of color! The House of Candles is open Monday
through Saturday from 9:00 to 5:00; closed Sundays. Be sure to bring the kids
to enjoy the Free Farmyard Petting Zoo! For details, call 629-1953 or visit www.houseofcandles.com. See their ad
in this magazine for the 10% off coupon.
Weekends – The Flea Market is
Open at Colony Village Antique & Flea Market in Analomink. Look for
antique & vintage collectibles, new & used household items, clothing,
baby gear, furniture, dishes, books and much more at the indoor flea market.
Food is available on-site and the event is held rain or shine. Hours are
Saturdays & Sundays from 9:00am to 5:00pm. The flea market is located on
Route 447 north in Analomink, two miles north of Alpine Mountain. Call 595-9617
or check out www.colonyfleamarket.com.
Vendors are welcome.
Month of May – The Clymer Library on
Firehouse Road in Pocono Pines will display artwork by members of the Pocono Mountain Arts Council for its May
Art Exhibit. The group show will be on display in the library’s
Multipurpose Room during regular library hours. Most works will be available
for purchase. Call the Clymer Library at 646-0826 or visit www.clymerlibrary.org for additional
details.
Now thru May
9 - Evergreen
Golf Club in Analomink is offering a new “Swing into Spring” Golf Special
that brings the lowest prices of the season. Opening specials for two with golf
cart start at $20 per person anytime, with no tee time required. Now is the
time to perfect your swing and save the “Green!” Discounted Golf Memberships
are also available until May 9. Memberships are available midweek and weekends
for singles and twosomes. Evergreen Golf Club is conveniently located three
miles north of the Stroudsburgs, on Cherry Lane Road in the Village of
Analomink. To find out more, call (570) 421-7721 or visit www.golfpoconos.com.
Now thru
October – Go
on a FREE Pocono Raceway Track Tour when you shop at the Raceway
Fan Store at the track in Long Pond! The Fan Store carries a full line of
Pocono Raceway merchandise, pins, hats and much more. Any Monday through
Saturday (except race weekends), Raceway Fan Store customers can go on a Free
Track Tour during their visit to the famous racetrack; call the store for the
Tour schedule. The Raceway Fan Store is located at Pocono Raceway on Route 115
in Long Pond, ¼ mile south of Long Pond Road. Present their ad in this magazine
when you visit for 10%-off your first purchase. You can call the Fan Store at
Pocono Raceway at (570) 643-0273 or shop online at www.shop-poconoraceway.com.
Now thru May
31 – The Pocono
Mountain Arts Council will host its 4th Annual Members’
Show at the Clymer Library on Firehouse Road in Pocono Pines. East
Stroudsburg University’s Assistant Professor of Art, Miharu Lane, will
judge the exhibit of two and three dimensional artwork. Refreshments will be
served at an Artists’ Reception on Saturday, May 17 from 1:00pm to
3:00pm, with an Awards Ceremony at 2:00pm. The exhibit will be open during the
library’s regular hours six days a week; closed Sundays. Call Art Show
Chairperson Tricia Lowrey Lippert at 629-9272 or call the Clymer Library at
646-0826 for additional details. www.clymerlibrary.org
May 8 – The Clymer Library on
Firehouse Road in Pocono Pines will host a special Wind Energy Program
presented by Dan Ancona, former Wind
Energy Program Manager at the U.S. Department of Energy. Mr. Ancona will be
answering the question, “Can Wind Energy Replace King Coal?” Help the library
welcome Mr. Ancona at 6:00pm and learn about wind energy, its current
situation, and its potential in PA and the United States as a whole.
Participants are asked to sign up at the circulation desk or by calling library
at 646-0826. Visit www.clymerlibrary.org
for additional details.
May 9 – Join the Delaware Highlands
Conservancy for a Spring Skies Star Watch at their Butterfly Barn
Nature Center along the Delaware River in Milanville, Northern Poconos. Local
astronomers will share their telescopes and sky charts beginning at 8:30pm.
Observe deep sky objects and learn how to locate the constellations. The
program will last around two hours. Bring binoculars and folding chairs if you
have them and dress for cool weather. Admission is free to the public. The
Butterfly Barn Nature Center is located on River Road just south of Milanville,
along the Upper Delaware River in the Northern Poconos. Check out www.delawarehighlands.org or call
the Delaware Highlands Conservancy office at (570) 226-3164 for details and
directions. You may also call the Butterfly Barn at (570) 729-7053 or log on to
www.butterflybarn.org.
May 9 – Every Friday (except
holidays), artists are invited to join the Band of Painters for
painting in all mediums at the PoconoArts Cultural Center in Stroudsburg. This
is not a learning opportunity, but a chance for painters to get out of their
studios and paint in the company of other artists. Bring your own supplies and
enjoy painting with the group from 10:00am until 1:00pm. The PoconoArts
Cultural Center is located at 18 North 7th Street in Downtown
Stroudsburg. For further details, call (570) 476-4460. www.poconoarts.org
May 9 thru 11 – The Center Stage Players
present Bus Stop by William Inge on stage at the Shawnee
Playhouse, River Road in Shawnee-on-Delaware. Show times are Friday &
Saturday at 8:00pm, and Sunday at 2:00pm. Bus Stop opened on Broadway in
1955 to a very successful year-long run. In 1956, Marilyn Monroe starred in the
film version, which was named one of the 10 best of the year by the National
Board of Review. The action of Bus Stop takes place inside a street corner
diner in a small town about 30 miles west of Kansas City. During a howling
snowstorm, a small busload of weary travelers finds themselves stranded until
morning. Playwright Inge provides a sweet, funny and bumpy ride for the motley
cast of characters. Tickets are $15 for adults; $10 for students/seniors. For
more information or your reservations, call (570) 236-6897. Center Stage
Players is an all-volunteer community theater company founded in 1990. To learn
more about Center Stage and the 2008 season, including information on
auditions, visit www.centerstageplayers.org.
May 9 thru 11
– Mom is so
special, why not treat her to a wonderful Mother’s Day Weekend at
the historic Skytop Lodge in Skytop, PA. Enjoy a special Cocktail Reception,
elegant dining, a Gala Dance, craft demonstrations, nature hikes, Mother’s Day
brunch and more! For additional details and your Mother’s Day Weekend
reservations, 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.
May 10 – Guests staying at Caesars
Pocono Palace Resort on Route 209 in Marshalls Creek are invited to enjoy some
great fishing action during the special Trout Release today.
Every year Caesars celebrates spring with a special release of trout into the
lake at the resort. Several fish are tagged with prizes, including a free 2
night Champagne Tower stay, Gift Shop gift certificates, cash prizes, and the
Grand Prize of $1,000! Call Caesars at 1-866-500-0458 or log on to their
website at www.cpresorts.com/thisweek.
May 10 – Members of the Pocono
Outdoor Club invite you to join them for a Hike at Ricketts Glen
State Park. This very rewarding hike features twenty-one waterfalls!
The hike is just over 7 miles long and is rated moderate to difficult.
Participants should meet in the CVS parking lot at the intersection of routes
940 & 115 in Blakeslee at 9:00am to carpool to Ricketts Glen. To register
for the hike or for more information, call hike leader Bob Wacker at (570)
629-5293. 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.
May 10 – The East Stroudsburg Christian Academy will host its 16th
Annual Strawberry Festival on the grounds of the Pinebrook Bible
Conference Center on Route 196 in Stroud Township. The day’s festivities will
begin at 9:00am and will continue until 4:00pm. There will be games all day
long; the playground will be available for outdoor fun, and the indoor pool
will be open for family swimming. The Annual Auction begins at 1:00pm inside
the large gymnasium, with many terrific items to bid on. There will also be an
Indoor Flea Market with lots of tables. A variety of delicious foods and strawberry
desserts will be available all day, including a Pig Roast beginning at noon.
Bring your family, bring your neighbors, just head on over and be ready for
lots of fun! For more information call (570) 421-4087 or log on to www.escaeagles.org.
May 10 - 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.
May 10 – Today is International
Migratory Bird Day. The Northeast PA Audubon Society is asking
for help finding and counting our migratory songbirds. Some are passing through
and some will stay. The data will be sent to the U.S. Fish & Wildlife
Service for compilation in a national data bank. The count will be held all
over beautiful Wayne County in the Pocono Mountains. All skill levels are
welcome to help. Beginners can be matched up with a more experienced birder,
who will share their joy and love of birding. Call Barbara at (570) 253-2364 to
sign up. The number at the Northeast PA Audubon Society office in Honesdale is
(570) 253-9250. Log on to www.nepaaudubonsociety.org
and www.audubon.org.
May 10 – Join Environmental Education
Coordinator Roger Spotts of the Monroe County Environmental Education
Center (MCEEC) for a Signs of Spring Nature Walk at the Center’s
Kettle Creek Wildlife Sanctuary near Bartonsville. This walk for the whole
family will begin at 10:00am and will include stops at Swink Pond, Salamander
Trail and Woodchuck Path. Look at the signs of spring popping up everywhere at
the sanctuary during the two hour walk. Along the way you’ll discuss spring wildflowers,
where the best places to find salamanders are, and baby animals that are
arriving at the sanctuary. Dress to go outside and bring binoculars. There is a
$5 cost to attend and pre-registration is suggested. For driving directions or
to register, call the MCEEC at (570) 629-3061 during regular business hours,
Mon. through Fri. from 8:00 to 4:30 and some Saturdays from 9:00 to 1:00. www.mcconservation.org
May 10 – Downtown Milford comes alive
during Art After Dark, held 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.
May 10 – Riverfest 2008
activities begin at 8:00am on the Lackawanna River in nearby Scranton. The
Lackawanna River Corridor Association (LRCA) will host its annual Canoe-a-thon,
Duck-a-thon, and Regatta events. Many experienced canoeists, kayakers and
casual paddlers will be out on the river. Canoes will leave from two upriver
sites to arrive at the finish line in Scranton for a full day of fun. You can participate
in the paddle or meet them at the Riverfest Finish Line near the Ice Box, Olive
Street by Scranton High School. Live music starts at noon. Good food and fun
for the whole family will be available all day long. Admission is free for
Finish Line activities. For details, call the LRCA at (570) 207-7608. Call the
Lackawanna County Convention & Visitors Bureau at 1-800-22-WELCOME or log
on to www.visitnepa.org to learn about other
great Northeast PA events!
May 10 & 11 – Pocono Lively
Arts (PLA) will hold Auditions for the summer production
of the musical “Cabaret” from 3:00 to 5:00pm each day at 912 Main Street in
Stroudsburg. This Broadway favorite is set in Berlin in the early 1930’s. PLA
is looking for adults (2008 high school graduates or older) to fill six
principle singing roles; several other cast members are also sought. Bring
sheet music to sing one memorized up tempo 16 bar cut. An accompanist will be
provided. Also be prepared for a dance audition. Women should wear heels or
character shoes. “Cabaret” will be performed June 27-29 at the Sherman Theater
in Stroudsburg. Questions may be directed to Dr. Margaret Ball at (570)
947-8809.
May 11 – Bring Mother to the Inn at Pocono Manor for a first-rate
Mothers Day Brunch. The delicious brunch will feature Deluxe Soup,
Salad, and Omelet Stations, various Carving Stations, Chocolate Fountain and
Assorted Specialty Desserts, Champagne and Mimosas. Seatings are at noon, 2:00pm
and 4:00pm. There will also be a Special Children’s Buffet and a rose for all
moms. The Inn at Pocono Manor is located off Route 314 in Pocono Manor, PA,
just off of Route 940 east of the I-380 intersection. Call the Inn at (570)
839-7111 ext. 7631 or toll-free 1-800-233-8150 for your Mothers Day Brunch
reservations. www.theinnatpoconomanor.com
May 11 – A special Mother’s Day
Buffet will be open from noon until 6:00pm in the Astor Room at
Fernwood Hotel & Resort, Route 209 in Bushkill. The buffet will feature a
Salad Station, Italian Wedding Soup, an International Fruit & Cheese
Display, Carved Prime Rib and Turkey, Stuffed Flounder, Chicken au Poivre,
Pasta, Dessert, Kids Meals and more. For reservations, call (570) 588-9500 ext.
4455 or toll-free 1-888-FERNWOOD. www.fernwoodhotel.com
May 11 – Moms Paddle FREE
on Mother’s Day at Kittatinny Canoes, “The Original Delaware River Outfitter!”
Moms paddle absolutely free today when accompanied by their families on a calm
or whitewater canoe or raft trip. Reservations are required for this fun-filled
day. Kittatinny Canoes was established in 1941 and is a leader in Delaware
River canoeing, kayaking, whitewater rafting, tubing, and camping. For
reservations, call 1-800-FLOAT-KC. www.kittatinny.com
May 11 – Go for a Mother’s Day Early
Migrants Walk from 8:30am to 10:00am at PPL Corporation’s Martins Creek
Environmental Preserve, located on the shores of the Delaware River in Bangor.
Have you ever wondered which creatures make their way back up north first? Join
naturalist Arlene Koch on this morning stroll while she talks about
various “early birds,” including songbirds, hummingbirds and butterflies. Maybe
you’ll even catch a glimpse of some mourning cloaks, tiger swallowtails, purple
finches, tree swallows or eastern phoebes. Dress for the weather and wear
sturdy shoes. Meet at the Cedars Pavilion on Foul Rift Road. The program is
free, however registration is required. To register, call PPL at (570) 251-6196
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
May 12 – The Historical
Mysteries Discussion Group is a group of fun people who enjoy reading
and discussing mysteries from the 1950’s and earlier. The group will meet in the
Community Room of the Western Poconos Community Library at 7:30pm. Coffee will
be available. The library is found at Rt. 115 and Pilgrim Way in Brodheadsville.
Call Jo at 629-0727 for details.
May 12 – 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 in or call 253-1220 to sign up!
May 13 – Join popular Pocono Mountains
naturalist John Serrao at the Pocono Environmental Education Center
(PEEC) in Dingmans Ferry for the Serrao Hiking Series. From
9:30am to 11:30am you’ll explore the forests, fields, streams, wetlands and
waterways of the surrounding Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.
John’s informative natural history narrative along the way will make the hike
even more exciting! The hike is free however pre-registration is required to
attend. 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 individuals, 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.
May 14 – The Monroe County Environmental
Education Center (MCEEC) near Bartonsville is hosting a Guided Nature
Discovery Walk for Adults at their Kettle Creek Wildlife Sanctuary.
Join Environmental Educator Karen N. Boyle from 9:00am to 10:30am on
this walk to explore the sanctuary and discover what is happening as the
Poconos spring to life! There are many interesting things to discover on the
166 acre wildlife sanctuary. Dress to be outdoors the entire time. The cost is
$5 and pre-registration is required by Monday, May 12. To register, call
the office at (570) 629-3061 during regular business hours, Mon. through Fri.
from 8:00 to 4:30 and some Saturdays from 9:00 to 1:00. www.mcconservation.org
May 14 – The May Meeting of
the Historical Association of
Tobyhanna Township (HATT) will begin at 10:15am at the Clymer
Library on Firehouse Road in Pocono Pines. The subject of the meeting will be
“Old Families of the Township,” highlighting the fascinating histories of the
Sax and Argot families. The meeting will feature Eugene Kerrick of Blakeslee, former president of HATT. Mr. Kerrick,
a retired educator, has devoted much of his retirement time tracing the
genealogy of families in the Blakeslee area. The public is invited and
encouraged to attend. HATT was established in 1995 to research, identify and
preserve the history of Tobyhanna Township. For more information, call Ted
Suttmeier at 646-7657.
May 14 – Join popular Pocono Mountains
naturalist and author John Serrao as he leads an Early Morning
Bird & Wildlife Walk at Tobyhanna State Park. Meet at the dam
parking lot off of Route 423 by 7:15am to take a walk and see colorful
migrating songbirds, wildflowers and other signs of spring in the Poconos.
John’s informative and entertaining narrative along the way will make this a
fun trek for everyone. The walk will take about 1 to 1½ hours and is
appropriate for all ages. Bring binoculars if you have them. To register, for
directions or more information, you can call (570) 894-8336. Check out the PA
State Parks website www.visitpaparks.com.
May 16 – Every Friday (except
holidays), artists are invited to join the Band of Painters for
painting in all mediums at the PoconoArts Cultural Center in Stroudsburg. This
is not a learning opportunity, but a chance for painters to get out of their
studios and paint in the company of other artists. Bring your own supplies and
enjoy painting with the group from 10:00am until 1:00pm. The PoconoArts
Cultural Center is located at 18 North 7th Street in Downtown
Stroudsburg. For further details, call (570) 476-4460. www.poconoarts.org
May 17 - The Pocono Avian Research
Center (PARC) will host Birds and Breakfast from 8:00 to 10:30am
at High Acres Park in Canadensis. Join naturalists from PARC for a short walk
through the woods looking for spring migrants and returning breeding birds.
Your $5 ticket will include a guided bird walk down to the stream and a
continental breakfast under the pavilion at the park. The event will also
feature a bake sale and a silent auction. High Acres Park is located on Route
447 North, about a mile from the Canadensis red light. Tickets will be
available at the park or you may call (570) 595-8620 to register.
May 17 – The Pocono Environmental
Education Center (PEEC) in Dingmans Ferry will hold their Annual Native
Plant Sale from 9:00am until 4:00pm. A wide selection of native
wildflowers, shrubs and grasses will be available. Native plants are excellent
for attracting birds, butterflies, and the beneficial insects that control
garden pests. Native plants also need less care and watering than other garden
plants. Call PEEC at (570) 828-2319 to register or for questions about the
inventory. PEEC, a non-profit center, is located off Route 209 between Bushkill
and Milford in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. PEEC’s mission
is to enhance 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. Visit their
website www.peec.org.
May 17 – The Delaware Highlands
Conservancy invites you to join them for a Spring Bird Walk at
their Butterfly Barn Nature Center along the Delaware River in Milanville,
Northern Poconos. This early morning bird walk will begin at 7:00am and will
last about two hours. Bring your binoculars and learn to identify birds and
their songs. The walk will start from the Butterfly Barn and admission is free
to the public. The Butterfly Barn Nature Center is located on River Road just
south of Milanville, along the Upper Delaware River in the Northern Poconos.
Check out www.delawarehighlands.org
or call the Delaware Highlands Conservancy office at (570) 226-3164 for details
and directions. You may also call the Butterfly Barn at (570) 729-7053 or log
on to www.butterflybarn.org.
May 17 – Go Star Gazing with the Lackawanna Astronomical Society (LAS) at
the Lacawac Sanctuary, a 520-acre nature preserve on Lake Wallenpaupack. LAS
President Jo-Ann Kamichitis will give
a brief indoor slide show at 8:30pm. Afterwards, the group will go outside
where members of the LAS will have several telescopes set up and ready to
observe the moon, the planets, star clusters and other deep sky objects. The
cost to attend is $5. For directions or more information, call (570) 689-9494
or email info@lacawac.org. The 520-acre
Lacawac Sanctuary is a non-profit nature preserve, research field station and
historic site located on Lake Wallenpaupack. The sanctuary’s programs are open
to the public and include environmental, historical and cultural offerings as
well as two miles of hiking trails. Membership, directions, program and other
information can be found at their website www.lacawac.org.
May 17 – Staff members at Grey Towers
National Historic Site invite you to join them on a Guided Walking Tour of Milford
titled “The Pinchots and Milford.”
Enjoy a nice stroll through the charming town, and learn how the Pinchot family
helped shape the community. Meet at Ann Street Park in Milford at 1:30pm for
this free walk. Grey Towers in Milford is the former home of eminent
conservationist and former Pennsylvania Governor Gifford Pinchot. Today the US
Forest Service, which was founded by Pinchot, is the steward of the home,
offering public programs, tours, and a conference center for environmental
programs. For more information, call Grey Towers at (570) 296-9630 or log on to
www.fs.fed.us/gt.
May 17 – St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
on Stage Road & Route 534 in Albrightsville will host an Ox Roast
from 3:00 to 6:00pm. The event will feature flame roasted NY strip steak, baked
potato, green beans, cole slaw, beverage and dessert of your choice. Advanced
ticket reservations are required by contacting Liz at 722-0545. Dinners are
$9.50 adults, kids 12 & under $4. Take-outs available.
May 17 – The Maple Lake United
Methodist Church will hold a Spaghetti Dinner from 4:00 to 7:00pm
this evening. The cost is $7 for adults; $4 for kids ages 6-11, free for 5
& under. The church is located at 632 State Route 690 in Spring Brook
Township. Call the church office at (570) 842-6776 with questions.
May 17 & 18 – Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm near
Stroudsburg invites you to their 20th Annual Farm Animal
Frolic, from 10:00am to 4:00pm on Saturday and noon until 4:00pm on
Sunday. This is a unique opportunity for children (and grown-ups) to see and
touch a variety of baby farm animals. Watch chicks hatching from their eggs and
feel the soft fur of the baby bunnies; enjoy old time games and hay jumping in
the barn for the kids. Don’t miss seeing the new lambs with their soft fleece,
the frisky baby goats and the adorable piglets with their funny little noses!
There are activities for all ages and plenty of good food for sale, including
homemade desserts and bread baked in the big outdoor bake oven. Pony rides for
children and horse-drawn wagon rides will be available for an extra charge. A
special demonstration of Duck Herding will be a highlight on Saturday!
Admission to Farm Animal Frolic is $6 adults and $4 for kids 3 – 12 and the
event will occur rain or shine. Sorry, no smoking or pets allowed! Quiet Valley
is located 3½ miles south of Stroudsburg off of Business Route 209. Farm Animal
Frolic will take place again at Quiet Valley at the same times on Saturday
& Sunday, May 24 & 25. For more information, call (570) 992-6161 or
visit www.quietvalley.org.
May 17 &
18 – The Wayne
County Historical Society is inviting its members and friends to the Grand
Opening of its new addition, the John and Helen Villaume Wing,
at the Society’s museum on 810 Main Street in Honesdale. The museum will be
open from 10:00am to 4:00pm on Saturday and noon to 4:00 on Sunday, with the
ribbon-cutting ceremony scheduled for 11:00am on Saturday. There will be no
admission charge either day, and there will be guided tours on Saturday. In the
works since 2000, the completed addition will house changing and permanent
exhibits, an expanded library and climate-controlled storage for its priceless
collections of artifacts and documents. Enjoy the new “Wayne County Experience”
exhibit, the collection of Honesdale glass, quilt and photo displays, many
Native American artifacts, the “Movin’ Energy” display and more. For more
information, call the museum at (570) 253-3240 or see www.waynehistorypa.org.
May 18 – Kittatinny Canoes,
established in 1941 and a leader in Delaware River canoeing, kayaking, whitewater
rafting, tubing and camping, has announced that today is a special Learn
to Kayak Day. Challenge the river one-on-one in Kittatinny’s
easy-to-use kayaks. Participants will meet at Kittatinny’s Matamoras, PA base
on the Delaware River, where certified instructors will teach novices the
essentials of kayaking. The lessons are followed by a guided ten-mile scenic
trip down the river from Pond Eddy, NY back to Matamoras. This is a great
opportunity for those who were always interested in kayaking, but were
apprehensive about trying it. In addition to this special program, Kittatinny
offers daily Delaware River trips by canoe, kayak, raft and tube. For your
reservations, call 1-800-FLOAT-KC. www.kittatinny.com
May 18 – Join members of the Pocono
Outdoor Club for a Hike at Hickory Run State Park. It will be
a moderate 7-mile hike from the park office to Fourth Run Trail to Manor House
Trail to Fire Line Trail. The group will return to the park office by way of
Hickory Run Trail. Meet at the park office on Route 534 at 9:00am. To register
for the hike or for more information, call hike leaders Tony & Flo Gatto at
(570) 646-0673. 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 leaders or check out www.poconooutdoorclub.org.
May 18 – Discover the world of
waterfowl when wildlife technologist John Levitsky presents Waterfowl
of Pennsylvania, from 1:30 to 3:00pm at PPL Corporation’s Wallenpaupack
Environmental Learning Center (WELC) on Route 6 near Hawley. Learn to identify
various water birds in the area, including resident and migratory ducks and
geese. Hear about the PA Game Commission’s work to band these birds, enjoy some
good photos and hear some even better stories. The program is free, however
registration is required. To register, contact PPL at (570) 251-6196 or send an
email to pplpreserves@pplweb.com.
Additional program details can be found at the website www.pplpreserves.com.
May 18 – The Cresco Station Museum in
Cresco has announced that it will host the Barrett Children’s Art Show
from 1:00pm until 4:00pm. The museum is located on Sand Spring Road off Route
390 in Cresco (at the old Cresco Railroad Depot) and is administered by the
Barrett Township Historical Society. For further details you may call the
museum at (570) 595-6157 or call Mickey at (570) 595-2501.
May 18 – Today is Molly Maguire
History Day at Eckley Miners’ Village, a restored coal miners’ “patch
town” in the Western Poconos. The event is open to the public free of charge
from noon until 5:00pm in the Visitors’ Center auditorium. At 1:30 there will
be a guest speaker who will present a lecture on the Molly Maguires, and at
2:00pm there will be a showing of the Paramount film “The Molly Maguires.” Filmed
in Eckley and the surrounding area in 1968, the movie depicts the Molly
Maguires as a secret society of militant coal miners who battled their
exploitation by mine owners with violence, intimidation, and sometimes murder.
Based on actual events, this gripping story is a sympathetic and accurate
account of the Irish-American miners’ struggle. The film stars Sean Connery,
Samantha Eggar, and Richard Harris. Memorabilia from the Molly Maguire movie
will be on display throughout the course of the day. Eckley Miners’ Village is
administered by the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission in
cooperation with the Eckley Miners’ Village Associates. The village is
located nine miles east of Hazleton, off Route 940. For more information about Molly
Maguire History Day, call (570) 636-2070 or visit www.eckleyminers.org.
May 18 – A naturalist from the Monroe
County Environmental Education Center will lead a Spring Bog Walk
at the Tannersville Cranberry Bog at 1:00pm. The bog is special as it is a
northern boreal bog, which is very unique for this part of the country.
Protected by The Nature Conservancy, the Tannersville bog is a National
Natural Landmark. Signs of spring should be everywhere as the group
ventures into this unique wetland habitat, which includes many orchids and
insect-eating plants! Access to the interior of the bog is substantial along a
1650’ “floating” boardwalk, making for spectacular photo opportunities.
Highlights include viewing blooming plants such as marsh marigold, bog
rosemary, bog laurel and more. Meet at the Bog parking lot for the walk by
1:00pm for this 2½ hour walk. Pre-registration is required by May 16 and
the cost to attend is $4. To find the Tannersville Cranberry Bog from Route 611
in Tannersville, turn onto Cherry Lane Road at the light at the Tannersville
Inn and see the parking lot on your right, 1.9 miles from Route 611. Call the
Monroe County Environmental Education Center at (570) 629-3061 to register. www.mcconservation.org
May 18 – Join Bud Cole of the
Three B’s Nature Center for a Spring Walk-N-Talk from 1:30 to
3:00pm at PPL Corporation’s Martins Creek Environmental Preserve, located on
the shores of the Delaware River in Bangor. What says springtime to you? Buds
and blossoms? Goslings and fawns? Insect hatches and leaping trout? Join Bud
for a walk along the Tekening Trails to observe spring’s secrets. Dress for the
weather and wear sturdy shoes. Meet at the Cedars Pavilion on Foul Rift Road.
The program is free, however registration is required. To register, call PPL at
(570) 251-6196 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
May 19 - 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 at 226-8220 or send an email to pikecd@pikepa.org. Visit the website www.pikeconservation.org.
May 20 – Join popular Pocono Mountains
naturalist John Serrao at the Pocono Environmental Education Center
(PEEC) in Dingmans Ferry for the Serrao Hiking Series. From
9:30am to 11:30am you’ll explore the forests, fields, streams, wetlands and
waterways of the surrounding Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.
John’s informative natural history narrative along the way will make the hike
even more exciting! The hike is free however pre-registration is required to
attend. 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 individuals, 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.
May 20 – The Monroe County Environmental
Education Center (MCEEC) near Bartonsville will host a special field trip
titled “Full Moon Nightjars” at 7:00pm. For many people, the song
of the whip-poor-will is just a memory of the distant past. Environmental
Educator Brian Hardiman will lead this field trip on the evening of the
full moon in search of the mysterious whip-poor-will and its relative, the
common nighthawk. Participants will meet at the MCEEC near Bartonsville at
7:00pm for an introduction on these members of the nightjar family, and then
travel by van to locations where these birds may be seen and heard. The cost to
attend is $5 and includes van transportation. Return time to the Center is
10:00pm. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required and seating is limited.
To register, call the office at (570) 629-3061 during regular business hours,
Mon. through Fri. from 8:00 to 4:30 and some Saturdays from 9:00 to 1:00. www.mcconservation.org
May 21 – Popular Pocono Mountains
naturalist and author John Serrao invites you to join him as he leads an
Early Morning Bird & Wildlife Walk at Tobyhanna State Park.
Meet at the dam parking lot off of Route 423 by 7:15am to take a walk and see
colorful migrating songbirds, wildflowers and other signs of spring in the
Poconos. John’s informative and entertaining narrative along the way will make
this a fun trek for everyone. The walk will take about 1 to 1½ hours and is
appropriate for all ages. Bring binoculars if you have them. To register, for
directions or more information, you can call (570) 894-8336. Check out the PA
State Parks website www.visitpaparks.com.
May 21 & 22 – The Pocono Township Police Department has joined
forces with the Pocono Township Volunteer Fire Company to bring you the Cole
Bros. Circus under the big top at Camelback Ski Area in Tannersville!
This is a fun-filled event for all ages with everything you would find at any
big circus. Camelback is located off I-80 exit 299 in Tannersville; call the
ski area at (570) 629-1661 with your questions.
May 22 – The Wayne County
Genealogy Group Meets at 4:30pm in the Research Library of the Wayne
County Historical Society, 810 Main Street in Honesdale. The discussions are
not limited to Wayne County ancestors, but focus on techniques for tracing
family history in general. Beginners and experienced researchers are welcome.
Prospective members should email yannster@ptd.net
or call (570) 253-5468 for more information. The number at the Museum is (570)
253-3240. Check out the Historical Society’s website at www.waynehistorypa.org.
May 23 – Every Friday (except
holidays), artists are invited to join the Band of Painters for
painting in all mediums at the PoconoArts Cultural Center in Stroudsburg. This
is not a learning opportunity, but a chance for painters to get out of their
studios and paint in the company of other artists. Bring your own supplies and
enjoy painting with the group from 10:00am until 1:00pm. The PoconoArts
Cultural Center is located at 18 North 7th Street in Downtown
Stroudsburg. For further details, call (570) 476-4460. www.poconoarts.org
May 23 – The Smithfield Elementary
P.T.O. is hosting a Golf FUNdraiser Golf Tournament at Mountain
Manor Golf Club in Marshalls Creek. The four-man scramble tournament will begin
with a shotgun start at 1:00pm. Dinner and awards ceremony begin at 5:30.
Prizes include longest drive, hole-in-one, closest to pin, and best team (1st,
2nd, & 3rd place). Registration is $70 entrance fee
(includes 18 holes of golf with cart), $10 dinner. Proceeds benefit Smithfield
Elementary’s playground equipment. Registration deadline is May 16. To
register, call Sean Boyer at (570) 994-3165 or email sean.boyer@yahoo.com. Rain date is June
6.
May 23 &
24 – The
Clymer Library on Firehouse Road in Pocono Pines is having a big Book
Sale & Computer Sale. Kick off your summer with the perfect book!
Pick up the hottest paperbacks, hardcover books, DVD’s, CD’s and audiobooks,
plus computer monitors, keyboards and much more. Call the Clymer Library at
646-0826 or visit www.clymerlibrary.org
for additional details.
May 24 – Today is a Fish-for-Free
Day in the State of Pennsylvania! No fishing license is needed to fish
today. It’s a great way to introduce a friend or relative to the lifelong sport
of fishing. Remember that all other regulations apply, but no fishing license
is necessary on PA’s waterways today. Another Fish-for-Free Day is
planned for June 1. For complete details, check out the Pennsylvania Fish &
Boat Commission’s website at www.fish.state.pa.us.
May 24 – Members of the Pocono
Outdoor Club invite you to join them as they Hike the Northern Loop
of the Pinchot Trail System. It will be a moderate but long 11.2 mile
hike with some rocky sections. Meet for the hike at 8:30am at the CVS parking
lot at the northeast corner of the Route 115 and Route 940 intersection in
Blakeslee. You may also meet at 9:00am in the parking lot at the trail head on
Bear Pond Road. To register for the hike or for more information, call hike
leader Roy Kleinle (570) 421-8982. Also today, a different group of club members
will go for a Hike at Big Pocono State Park near Tannersville,
home of Camelback Ski Area/Camelbeach Waterpark. It will be a 9 mile moderate
to difficult hike, with lots of rocks and steep ascents and descents. Not
recommended for beginners, the hike includes known trails as well as unmarked
trails and lots of scenic views! Contact hike leader Rhoda Eisman for meeting
time & place at rse640@aim.com
(preferred) or (570) 620-1315. 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 leaders or check out www.poconooutdoorclub.org.
May 24 – The Central Volunteer Fire
Department in Bohemia will host a Flea Market & Bake Sale
from 9:00am to 3:00pm. To get there take Route 590 to the Cuckoo’s Nest
Restaurant, turn onto Township Road and see the Fire Department on the right
after ¼ mile. For more information call (570) 685-7529.
May 24 & 25 – Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm near
Stroudsburg invites you to their 20th Annual Farm Animal
Frolic, from 10:00am to 4:00pm on Saturday and noon until 4:00pm on
Sunday. This is a unique opportunity for children (and grown-ups) to see and
touch a variety of baby farm animals. Watch chicks hatching from their eggs and
feel the soft fur of the baby bunnies; enjoy old time games and hay jumping in
the barn for the kids. Don’t miss seeing the new lambs with their soft fleece,
the frisky baby goats and the adorable piglets with their funny little noses!
There are activities for all ages and plenty of good food for sale, including
homemade desserts and bread baked in the big outdoor bake oven. Pony rides for
children and horse-drawn wagon rides will be available for an extra charge. On
Saturday a special demonstration of Duck Herding will be a highlight,
and there will be Sheep Shearing Demonstrations at 10:30am on Saturday,
May 24! Admission to Farm Animal Frolic is $6 adults and $4 for kids 3 – 12 and
the event will occur rain or shine. Sorry, no smoking or pets allowed! Quiet
Valley is located 3½ miles south of Stroudsburg off of Business Route 209. Farm
Animal Frolic also took place at Quiet Valley at the same times on Saturday
& Sunday, May 17 & 18. For more information, call (570) 992-6161 or
visit www.quietvalley.org.
May 24 thru
June 1 – It’s PA Hiking Week! The DCNR has once again teamed with the Keystone Trails Association (KTA) to
offer nearly 100 organized hikes and walks throughout Pennsylvania during the
nine-day event. Log on to the website www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks
for listings of organized hikes in the region.
May 25 – A Memorial Day Parade
will step off at 2:00pm in Downtown Hawley, to honor the United States men and women who have died in military
service to their country. Memorial Day is a U.S. Federal Holiday that is
observed on the last Monday of May (observed in 2008 on May 26) to commemorate
the sacrifice of these brave men and women. It is also traditionally viewed as
the beginning of the summer vacation season, for many schools are dismissed around
Memorial Day. www.hawleywallenpaupackcc.com
May 25 – Walk, run, drive or fly to
the Pocono Mountains Municipal Airport (MPO) off Route 611 north of Mount
Pocono for their annual Aviation Day event. The day’s activities
will include a Fly-In/Drive-In Breakfast from 8:00am until 1:00pm, and
an Open House all day. There will be many static displays to view,
antique planes & aviation things, and military equipment. You can even go
for an airplane ride! The public is welcome to attend; bring the whole family
and your lawn chairs! Refreshments will be available. As part of the Young
Eagles EAA Program, there will be FREE Airplane Rides for Children ages
8 to 18 from 9:00am to 1:00pm! Aviation Day is hosted by the Pocono Mountains
Municipal Airport Authority and Moyer Aviation; sponsors include The Original
Baileys Rib & Steakhouse and the Mount Pocono Rotary Club. For more
information, call (570) 839-0258 or (570) 839-7161. Log on to www.mpoairport.com.
May 25 – Popular Pocono Mountains
naturalist and author John Serrao will lead a Peak of Spring
Nature Walk at Tobyhanna State Park. Meet at the boat launch area by
2:00pm to take a walk and see songbirds, new foliage, wildflowers, rare rhodora
and other surprises! John’s informative and entertaining narrative along the
way will make this a fun trek for everyone. The walk will take about 1 to 1½
hours and is appropriate for all ages. To register, for directions or more
information, you can call (570) 894-8336. www.visitpaparks.com
May 25 – The Cresco Station Museum in
Cresco presents Live Country Music by John James & the Cabin Run
from 1:00pm until 4:00pm. Admission is free to the public. The museum is
located on Sand Spring Road off Route 390 in Cresco (at the old Cresco Railroad
Depot) and is administered by the Barrett Township Historical Society. For
further details you may call the museum at (570) 595-6157 or call Mickey at
(570) 595-2501.
May 25 – Go for a Wildflower
Hike at Indian Ladders from 1:00 to 4:00pm with staff from the Pocono
Environmental Education Center (PEEC) in Dingmans Ferry. Identify colorful
spring flowers growing along the cool banks of Hornbecks Creek. The cost to
attend is $10 and registration is required. 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 individuals,
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.
May 26 – Get out your red, white and
blue and head to Main Street in Downtown Stroudsburg for the Memorial Day
Parade. It’s a great way to get out and honor those who have served our
country so bravely! The parade will step off at 10:00am in East Stroudsburg and
travel over the Inter-Borough Bridge into Stroudsburg, following Kane Street to
Main Street. The parade will continue west on Main, turning onto 7th
Street to conclude near Courthouse Square in Downtown Stroudsburg. The Memorial
Day Parade will last until approximately 11:30am.
May 26 – Join popular Pocono Mountains
naturalist and author John Serrao as he leads a Spring Nature Walk
at Gouldsboro State Park. Meet at Parking Lot #4 by 2:00pm to take a walk and
see colorful wildflowers, songbirds and shiny amphibians. John’s informative
and entertaining narrative along the way will make this a fun trek for
everyone. The walk will take about 1 to 1½ hours and is appropriate for all
ages. To register, for directions or more information, call (570) 894-8336. Check
out the PA State Parks website www.visitpaparks.com.
May 27 – Join popular Pocono Mountains
naturalist John Serrao at the Pocono Environmental Education Center
(PEEC) in Dingmans Ferry for the Serrao Hiking Series. From
9:30am to 11:30am you’ll explore the forests, fields, streams, wetlands and
waterways of the surrounding Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.
John’s informative natural history narrative along the way will make the hike
even more exciting! The hike is free however pre-registration is required to
attend. 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 individuals, 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.
May 27 – Presenter Stephen Small,
J.D., LL.M will offer An Introduction to Preserving Family Lands
from 5:30 to 8:00pm at PPL Corporation’s Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning
Center (WELC) on Route 6 near Hawley. Informational displays by regional land
trusts and other sponsor organizations will provide local landowners with an
opportunity to learn more about the local resources available. Renowned expert
and attorney Stephen Small will talk about the options available to keep
cherished lands in the family while minimizing estate taxes. Before going into
private practice, Small was an attorney-advisor in the Office of Chief Counsel
of the I.R.S. in Washington, where he wrote the federal income tax regulations
on conservation easements. Each attendee will receive a copy of his book,
“Preserving Family Lands.” Cost to attend is $15 and space is limited, so
register early to avoid disappointment! For more information or to register,
contact the Delaware Highlands Conservancy at (570) 226-3164 or email to
info@delawarehighlands.org. You
may contact PPL at (570) 251-6196 or send an email to pplpreserves@pplweb.com for details
on this and other programs at the WELC. Additional program details can be found
at the website www.pplpreserves.com.
May 27 &
28 – Pocono
Raceway in Long Pond has announced a two day NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Test.
The test, which is open to the public, is scheduled to be run from 12:30pm to
7:00pm on Tuesday and 9:00am to 5:00pm on Wednesday. This important test is the
first opportunity NASCAR teams will have to test the new NASCAR Sprint Cup
Series race car (formerly known as the COT) at Pocono Raceway. Around 50 NASCAR
Sprint Cup Series teams are expected to attend. 2008 Pocono NASCAR ticket
holders will be eligible to receive up to 4 free tickets to the Test Session
(call the track for details). Fans who are not current ticket holders for
either of Pocono Raceway’s 2008 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series events can purchase Test
Session tickets for $5 each by calling Pocono Raceway or at the Gate 8 Ticket
Booth on each day of the event. Call the Ticket Office at 1-800-RACEWAY for
your tickets or online at www.poconoraceway.com.
May 28 – Learn how to “geocache,” an
exciting outdoor activity involving GPS units, when PPL naturalist Katie
Gill presents Island Geocaching at PPL Corporation’s Wallenpaupack
Environmental Learning Center (WELC) on Route 6 near Hawley. Enjoy a nice,
relaxing boat ride out to Epply Island on Lake Wallenpaupack, while learning
the basics of this fun outdoor leisure pursuit. Bring a GPS unit if you have
one; some will be available to borrow. Also bring a small trinket to trade from
the treasure box. You will get wet, so dress appropriately. The program will be
held from 4:00 to 6:00pm, rain or shine. Participants must be 12 or older. The
program is free, however space is very limited and advance registration is
required. To register, contact PPL at (570) 251-6196 or send an email to pplpreserves@pplweb.com. Additional
program details can be found at the website www.pplpreserves.com.
May 28 – An Early Morning Bird
& Wildlife Walk led by popular Pocono Mountains naturalist and
author John Serrao will begin at 7:15am at Big Pocono State Park near
Tannersville (home to Camelback Ski Area/CamelBeach Waterpark). Meet at Parking
Lot #2 to take a walk and see colorful migrating songbirds, wildflowers and
other signs of spring in the Poconos. John’s informative and entertaining
narrative along the way will make this a fun trek for everyone. The walk will
take about 1 to 1½ hours and is appropriate for all ages. Bring binoculars if
you have them. To register, for directions or more information, you can call
(570) 894-8336. Check out the PA State Parks website www.visitpaparks.com.
May 28 thru
June 1 –
S&S Amusements returns to the Great Lawn at Fernwood Hotel & Resort in
Bushkill to bring you the Fernwood Carnival. Open to the public,
the event will offer traditional carnival rides and games, vendors serving festival
foods, kiddie rides, and chances to win using skill and a little luck. The
carnival will be open from 6:00pm to 10:00pm daily; Saturday & Sunday 10:00am
to 10:00pm. Fernwood has been hosting an annual carnival in July for many
years. The carnival’s popularity encouraged Fernwood to add a second May date
in addition to the traditional July show. Fernwood Hotel & Resort is
located on Route 209 in Bushkill, minutes from Delaware Water Gap. It offers
both hotel and villa accommodations with year round activities including an
18-hole par 71 golf course, live entertainment, four themed restaurants, a
video play area, miniature golf and daily scheduled activities for guests. Call
(570) 588-9500 or toll-free 1-888-FERNWOOD with any questions about the
carnival and for information about special packages. www.fernwoodhotel.com
May 29 – 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 in or call 253-1220 to sign up!
May 30 – Every Friday (except
holidays), artists are invited to join the Band of Painters for
painting in all mediums at the PoconoArts Cultural Center in Stroudsburg. This
is not a learning opportunity, but a chance for painters to get out of their
studios and paint in the company of other artists. Bring your own supplies and
enjoy painting with the group from 10:00am until 1:00pm. The PoconoArts
Cultural Center is located at 18 North 7th Street in Downtown
Stroudsburg. For further details, call (570) 476-4460. www.poconoarts.org
May 30 thru
June 1 – The
Sterling Inn in South Sterling is hosting a special Murder Mystery “The
Golden Age of Hollywood.” The
highlight of the weekend will be the Murder Mystery Party with live music &
cocktails on Saturday night, followed by the gourmet Murder Mystery Dinner. The
year is 1935, the Golden Age of film. This is a typical weekend at Pickfall,
the spectacular home of Hollywood’s most sought-after couple, Mary Picker and
Douglas Fallriver. However there is an extra treat this weekend; the Maharaja
of Pradesh is here with at least one of his many wives. After dinner, the
Maharaja will present Edmund Forthstone, the director of “The Jewel of
Destiny,” with the crown jewel of Pradesh. Everyone who is anyone, and some who
aren’t anyone, will be at Pickfall this weekend. The Sterling Inn invites the
public to stay for the Murder Mystery Weekend Package or just participate in
the dinner & show on Saturday night; call ahead for dinner-only
reservations! Prizes to those who solve the mystery will be awarded at Sunday
breakfast. The weekend package includes gracious accommodations, a Welcome Wine
& Tea Party on Friday night and a full Continental Breakfast each morning. The
Sterling Inn is located off Route 191 in South Sterling. For your Murder
Mystery reservations or more information, call (570) 676-3311 or
1-800-523-8200. Or visit their website www.thesterlinginn.com.
May 31 – The Sons of Norway - Bernt
Balchen Lodge #566 invites the public to their Annual Viking Dinner
at the Central Volunteer Fire Department in Bohemia. The event will begin at
6:00pm. The Central Volunteer Fire Department is located on Westcolang Road off
Route 590 in Bohemia (¼ mile past Cuckoo’s Nest Restaurant). For more
information, call (570) 253-1530.
June 1 – Today is a Fish-for-Free
Day in the State of Pennsylvania! No fishing license is needed to fish
today. It’s a great way to introduce a friend or relative to the lifelong sport
of fishing. Remember that all other regulations apply, but no fishing license
is necessary on PA’s waterways today. Another Fish-for-Free Day was held
on May 24. For complete details, check out the Pennsylvania Fish & Boat
Commission’s website at www.fish.state.pa.us.
June 1 – Back by popular demand, PPL
Corporation presents “Beyond Bait and Bobber” from noon until
3:00pm at their Martins Creek Environmental Preserve, located along the shores
of the Delaware River in Bangor. Ever wonder what a lure looks like from the
perspective of a largemouth bass? Join Mike LoDolce, tournament
fisherman and certified fishing guide, for this educational seminar on fishing
the whole family can enjoy. Learn about water and boat safety, fishing gear,
lures, and techniques. The program will be presented at the Boat Ramp on DePues
Road. Bring a lawn chair and a fishing pole if you have one. Check out his
tournament boat and all the gadgets on board. Enjoy great handouts and
giveaways! The program is free, but registration is required. To register, call
PPL at (570) 251-6196 or send an email to pplpreserves@pplweb.com. PPL’s
Martins Creek Environmental Preserve, in conjunction with their Martins Creek
and Lower Mount Bethel Energy power plants, offers 215 acres of woodland and
meadows for hiking and exploring. www.pplpreserves.com
June 1 – Pike County Arts &
Crafts (PCAC), a non-profit arts education organization, in cooperation with
Milford Borough and the Milford Chamber of Commerce, is offering a series of Sunday
Afternoon Art Demonstrations by extraordinary master artists. The
demonstrations will take place at Borough Hall, 109 W. Catharine Street in
Milford at 1:30pm and are open to members, their guests, and potential PCAC
members. Featured today will be imaginative watercolor painter Linda Barboni.
The Art Demonstration is free to the public and new members are always welcome.
For further details, call the PCAC Desk at Milford Borough Hall at (570) 296-2338
or email to pcacinc@yahoo.com.
June 3 – The Monroe County Environmental
Education Center (MCEEC) near Bartonsville is hosting a Guided Nature
Discovery Walk for Adults at their Kettle Creek Wildlife Sanctuary. Join
Environmental Educator Karen N. Boyle from 9:00am to 10:30am on this
walk to explore the sanctuary and discover what is happening as the Poconos
spring to life! There are many interesting things to discover on the 166 acre
wildlife sanctuary. Dress to be outdoors the entire time. The cost is $5 and pre-registration
is required by Monday, June 2. To register, call the office at (570)
629-3061 during regular business hours, Mon. through Fri. from 8:00 to 4:30 and
some Saturdays from 9:00 to 1:00. www.mcconservation.org
June 4 – The Monroe County Environmental
Education Center (MCEEC) near Bartonsville will host a special Raptor
Field Trip today. The recovery of the bald eagle, osprey, and peregrine
falcon populations is a wildlife success story. Learn how the story unfolded
during this special program and field trip with Environmental Educator Brian
Hardiman. Participants will learn about the ecology of these three raptors
and the conservation efforts that helped save them. A short classroom program
will be followed by a field trip, where observations of locally breeding
eagles, ospreys, and peregrines may be made. Meet at the MCEEC near
Bartonsville at 8:30am; return time is 5:00pm. The cost is $12 and includes van
transportation. Pack binoculars, camera, lunch and water. Pre-registration and
pre-payment are required and seating is limited. To register, call the office
at (570) 629-3061 during regular business hours, Mon. through Fri. from 8:00 to
4:30 and some Saturdays from 9:00 to 1:00. www.mcconservation.org
June 6 – Every Friday (except
holidays), artists are invited to join the Band of Painters for
painting in all mediums at the PoconoArts Cultural Center in Stroudsburg. This
is not a learning opportunity, but a chance for painters to get out of their
studios and paint in the company of other artists. Bring your own supplies and
enjoy painting with the group from 10:00am until 1:00pm. The PoconoArts Cultural
Center is located at 18 North 7th Street in Downtown Stroudsburg.
For further details, call (570) 476-4460. www.poconoarts.org
June 6 thru 8
– The POCONO
500 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Championship Event thunders into
Pocono International Raceway in Long Pond! Parking lots open at 6:00am on
Friday and the gates open at 8:00 for Weis Markets Pole Day. NASCAR Sprint Cup
Series Practice begins at noon and Qualifying starts at 3:40. On Saturday the
parking lots open at 6:00am and the Grandstand Admission Gates open at 8:00;
NASCAR Practice begins at 10:00. Sunday is race day! Parking lots will open at
5:00am and the Pre-Race Festivities begin at 1:00. The Pocono 500 race
will start at exactly 2:00pm. NASCAR tickets may still be available. For your
tickets or other information, call 1-800-RACEWAY or log on to www.poconoraceway.com.
June 6 thru 8 – Caesars Paradise Stream
Resort in Mount Pocono invites all race fans to stay for their Pocono 500
Weekend Package. Stay and ride – leave the driving to the
professionals! Package includes Friday night Welcome Party & Poolside
Champagne Celebration, and a weekend of fun. After a Grab & Go Breakfast on
Sunday, take a relaxed bus ride to a select parking area at Pocono Raceway.
There you’ll have a Paddock Pass (pre-race pit pass!) and Concourse Level Race
Tickets to the Pocono 500 NASCAR Race. Ride the bus back to the resort – buses
are the first fans out of the gate! After the race, enjoy a Pool Party and a
Barbecue; you’ll be sitting at the pool while others are still sitting in their
cars in the raceway parking lots! Three nights minimum stay required; must stay
Friday – Monday to ride the bus on Sunday. For your Pocono 500 Weekend reservations,
call Caesars at 1-866-500-0458. Find out more at www.cpresorts.com/thisweek.
June 7 – Participate in the American
Hiking Society’s National Trails Day with Fitness at the Falls
at Bushkill Falls, “The Niagara of Pennsylvania.” The first 50 adult
participants will receive a free pedometer with admission to the falls; other
participants receive a loaner pedometer. Hike the many trails around the falls
and register your steps in a contest for prizes. Bushkill Falls is centered on
eight roaring waterfalls and features miles of nature trails and picnic areas,
plus paddle boats, miniature golf, fishing, exhibits, specialty shops and fun
for all ages. The famous Pocono Mountain attraction is located off of Route 209
in Bushkill and is open to the public daily from 9:00am to dusk, April through
October. Call Bushkill Falls at (570) 588-6682 or see their website www.visitbushkillfalls.com.
June 7 – Join members of the Pocono
Outdoor Club as they take part in the American Hiking Society’s National
Trails Day by performing some Trail Care at Delaware State Forest.
To learn how you can get involved, contact Trail Care Coordinator 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.
June 14 – Bass Fishing Season
Opens Today on Commonwealth of Pennsylvania inland waters! The minimum
size is 12 inches, and the daily limit is 6 fish (combined bass species). Find
out more about the great fishing in Pennsylvania at www.fish.state.pa.us and don’t forget
to buy your license!
June 14 – The annual Spring Arts
& Crafts Fair hosted by the Hawley-Lake Wallenpaupack Chamber of
Commerce returns to picturesque Bingham Park in Hawley. Enjoy the talents
of all the fine artists and crafters displaying their fine wares. The fair will
host over ninety vendors who will travel from far and near to offer their
unique handcrafted items at this big event. Fair hours are 9:00am until 5:00pm
for shoppers and browsers, rain or shine, and admission is FREE! Musical
entertainment is planned for the afternoon in the park’s gazebo. Good food will
be available all day. Vendor space may still be available, but remember crafts
must be hand made and not manufactured. For more information about the Spring Arts & Crafts Fair in Hawley
at Lake Wallenpaupack, call the Chamber of Commerce at (570) 226-3191 or email hlwchmbr@ptd.net. You may visit their
website at www.hawleywallenpaupackcc.com.
A Fall Arts & Crafts Fair is also planned for September 13, 2008!
June 14 – Bring your camera and spend
the day exploring seven breathtaking waterfalls on the Pocono Waterfall
Tour. Join naturalist Sue Thompson from 8:30am to 5:00pm to
explore these sparkling cascades and learn some of the cultural history
surrounding each of them. Back by popular demand, the Pocono Waterfall Tour is hosted
by PPL Corporation in partnership with Lacawac Sanctuary and Mariposa Gardens.
The tour is open to ages 10 and over. Bring a lunch to enjoy along the trails,
wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet in the parking lot of PPL’s Wallenpaupack
Environmental Learning Center (WELC) on Route 6 near Hawley at 8:30am to
carpool. The cost to attend is $5 and reservations are required by June 6.
To register, call Lacawac Sanctuary at (570) 689-9494. The number at PPL is
(570) 251-6196. Additional program details can be found at the PPL website www.pplpreserves.com.
June 14 – Bushkill Falls, “The Niagara
of Pennsylvania,” has several exciting events planned for today. A special Native
American Demonstration with hands-on interactive exhibits and more
begins at 1:00pm. Then at 2:30, a naturalist from the Pocono Wildlife
Rehabilitation Center will discuss local wildlife and present
demonstrations with live birds and animals during the Learn about
Wildlife program. It’s also Scout Day, with special
discounts and programs for scout groups with reservations. Bushkill Falls is
centered on eight roaring waterfalls and features miles of nature trails and
picnic areas, plus paddle boats, miniature golf, fishing, exhibits, specialty
shops and fun for all ages. The famous Pocono Mountain attraction is located
off of Route 209 in Bushkill and is open to the public daily from 9:00am to
dusk, April through October. Call Bushkill Falls at (570) 588-6682 or see their
website www.visitbushkillfalls.com.
June 14 – Members of the Pocono
Outdoor Club invite you to join them as they Hike from Burnt Mills to
Snow Hill Road. It will be a moderate 8.6 mile hike on the Thunder
Swamp Trail System; the trail can be rocky so wear suitable hiking shoes. Meet
in the parking lot on Snow Hill Road at 9:30am. To register for the hike or for
more information, call hike leader Roy Kleinle (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.
June 15 – Dads Paddle FREE
on Father’s Day at Kittatinny Canoes, “The Original Delaware River Outfitter!”
Dads paddle absolutely free today when accompanied by their families on a calm
or whitewater canoeing trip or whitewater rafting trip. Reservations are
required for this fun-filled day. Kittatinny Canoes was established in 1941 and
is a leader in Delaware River canoeing, kayaking, whitewater rafting, tubing,
and camping. For reservations, call 1-800-FLOAT-KC. www.kittatinny.com
June 21 – Today is the First Day of
Summer. Enjoy it in the Pocono Mountains!
June 21 – Kittatinny Canoes, “The
Original Delaware River Outfitter,” has announced that today is a special Learn
to Canoe Day. Participants will meet at Kittatinny’s Dingmans Ferry
base on the Delaware River, where certified instructors will teach novices the
essentials of canoeing. The lessons are followed by a guided, eight-mile canoe
trip down the river from Milford Beach back to Dingmans. In addition to this
special program, Kittatinny offers daily Delaware River trips by canoe, kayak,
tube, and raft. Camping, too! For your reservations, call 1-800-FLOAT-KC. www.kittatinny.com
June 21 – It’s Giveaway Day
at Bushkill Falls, “The Niagara of Pennsylvania.” The first 200 visitors today
will receive a free compass/thermometer key chain. Admission purchase is
required. Bushkill Falls is centered on eight roaring waterfalls and features
miles of nature trails and picnic areas, plus paddle boats, miniature golf,
fishing, exhibits, specialty shops and fun for all ages. The famous Pocono
Mountain attraction is located off of Route 209 in Bushkill and is open to the
public daily from 9:00am to dusk, April through October. Call Bushkill Falls at
(570) 588-6682 or see their website www.visitbushkillf
