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2008 August Events
Here is a listing of 2008 events taking place throughout Lancaster County:
| For ongoing events and live entertainment throughout the year, check the following: - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Hwy. E. (Rt. 30), Lancaster, PA 17602, 717-397-7700, 800-648-4102.  - Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, 510 Centerville Road, Lancaster, PA 17601, 717-898-1900. - Freedom Chapel Dinner Theatre, 15 North Bridge Street, P.O. Box 63, Christiana, PA 17509, 610-593-7013 - Rainbow Dinner Theatre, Route 30, Paradise, PA 17562, 800-292-4301. |
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Thru Aug. 1 - Barons & Builders Day Camp - Railroad Museum of PA, Rt. 741 East, Box 15, Strasburg, PA 17579 717-687-8628. For ages 11 & 12. Thru Aug. 2 - Hold That Thought! - Rainbow Dinner Theatre, Route 30 East, Box 56, Paradise, PA 17562, 800-292-4301. A woman of a certain age decides to try dating again after, oh, say 25 years. Lots of frantic fun and loads of laughter. Thru Aug. 2 - Amish Vows in Paradise - Freedom Chapel Dinner Theatre,15 North Bridge Street, P.O. Box 63, Christiana, PA 17509, 610-593-7013. Thru Sept. 1 - Nature's Castles - Longwood Gardens, US Route 1, Kennett Square, PA 19348, 610-388-1000. The sky's the limit for this spectacular display of treehouses. Three large-scale treehouses created by the country's best designers take center stage in picturesque settings around the Gardens. From stained-glass windows to multi-level terraces to bird's eye views, each Castle will amaze and inspire. Thru Sept. 1 - Festival of Fountains - Longwood Gardens, US Route 1, Kennett Square, PA 19348, 610-388-1000. Experience Longwood's famous illuminated fountain display Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays as the gardens burst with summer bloom and stunning waterlilies. Enjoy outdoor concerts, spectacular dining, and summer fun! Thru Sept. 13 - The Sound of Music - Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, 510 Centerville Road, Lancaster, 717-898-1900. This timeless family classic touches the hearts of all ages and brims over with some of the most memorable songs ever performed on the stage. Thru Sept. 20 - Abraham and Sarah: A Journey of Love - Sight & Sound Millennium Theatre, Rt. 896, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7800. They didn't always understand God's plan, but they came to understand that He does always keep his promises - in His time. Thru Oct. 11 - The British Invasion - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102. Relive the biggest movement in pop music history with tributes to bands like The Beatles, Stones and Kinks. On stage Fridays & Saturdays. Thru Oct. 12 - Classic Crooners - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102. This show celebrates all the iconic songsters like Bing Crosby, Perry Como and Rosemary Clooney. It will recreate the infamous evenings with The Rat Pack when Frank, Dean and Sammy owned Las Vegas. On stage Sunday - Thursday. Thru Oct. 25 - In the Beginning - Sight & Sound Millennium Theatre, Rt. 896, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7800. Be there as the Garden of Eden appears before you - the waters, vegetation, and animals of the newly created world enveloping the Millennium Theatre! Experience God's pleasure at his most awesome creation, Adam and Eve, and the complete beauty of their unbroken relationship with God. Thru Dec. 31 - Ted Rose Retrospective Exhibit - Railroad Museum of PA, Rt. 741 East, Box 15, Strasburg, PA 17579 717-687-8628. Aug. 1 - Lancaster Barnstormers Game - Clipper Stadium, 650 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA. 717-509-4487. Aug. 1 - First Friday - City of Lancaster, Lancaster, PA 717-291-4758. Over 60 galleries, museums, shops, and restaurants extend their hours. Many artist premiers and openings. 5 - 9 pm. Aug. 1 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. The $30 fare includes First-Class accommodations on the Parlor Car and complimentary wine, cheese and crackers. Beer, mixed drinks, premium wines, non-alcoholic hot and cold beverages are also available for purchase. 7:00 pm. Aug. 2 - Lancaster Barnstormers Game - Clipper Stadium, 650 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA. 717-509-4487. Aug. 2 - 29th Annual Heritage Day - Hans Herr House and Museum, 1899 Hans Herr Dr., Willow Street, PA. 717-464-4438. Plan to spend the day and take in all of the 30-35 activities, food and workshops. Aug. 2 - Summer Doo Wop Cavalcade Featuring eight Doo Wop acts - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102. Aug. 2 - Yummie's Birthday Party - Kitchen Kettle Village, Rt. 240, Intercourse, PA. 717-768-8261. Don't miss the birthday bash of our Village mascot, Yummie. Join him and all his mascot friends as he celebrates a truly delicious birthday. Events include: dancing, games, treats, and Meet and Greet the Mascots. (*This event is fun for children of all ages, but recommended for those 10 and under.) Aug. 2 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. The $30 fare includes First-Class accommodations on the Parlor Car and complimentary wine, cheese and crackers. Beer, mixed drinks, premium wines, non-alcoholic hot and cold beverages are also available for purchase. 7:00 pm. Aug. 2 - Mount Joy Farmers Market - Main Street Mount Joy, Union National Community Bank Parking Lot, 101 E. Main Street, Mount Joy, PA, 717-653-4227. Local Produce, Plants, Crafts, & More. Fun-family activities throughout the season. 8:00 am - Noon. Aug. 2 - Music in the Vineyards: The Uptown Band (rich variety, Motown to present) - Nissley Vineyards, 140 Vintage Drive, Bainbridge, PA, 717-426-3514. Enjoy a romantic evening under the stars as the best of regional big bands, light-rock and oldies groups perform for your listening pleasure and for dancing on tree-shaded patios. Bring a picnic supper, several good friends and lawn chairs or a blanket for all. Snacks and chilled Nissley wines will be available. 7:30 - 10:00 pm. Aug. 2 - Diesel Pickup “POWERFEST SERIES” & Summer Jamboree - Buck Motorsports Park, Route 272 south of Lancaster, Lancaster, PA 17604, 800-344-7855; Track (day of event only) 717-284-2139. Street Legal Sled Pulling & Side-by-Side Drag Racing, Modified Street Sled Pulling, Tug of War, Best Appearing (Ford/ Chevy/Dodge) contest. Aug. 2 - New Holland Farmers Market - South Roberts Avenue., New Holland, PA 17557, 717-354-5962. Unique street market. Local Amish/Mennonite craftsman & farmers. Aug. 2 - Downtown Lititz Farmers Market - Susquehanna Bank, Lititz, PA. Water Street parking lot of the Susquehanna Bank. (1/2 block off of Main Street). Fresh and local vegetables, fruit, grass fed beef,poultry, cheese, flowers, herbs, plants and bake goods. 8 - 1pm. Aug. 2 - Gazebo Concert Series: Hake & Jarema - Twin Brook Winery, 5697 Strasburg Road, Gap, PA, 717-442-4915. Join us Saturday nights from 6:30 to 9:30 for our summer concert series. Bring friends, family, blankets, chairs and your picnic baskets. Enjoy an evening of fun and music under the stars. In the event of inclement weather the music will relocate to our newly constructed "greenhouse". Aug. 2 - 3 - National Kids' Day Talent Show - Dutch Wonderland Family Amusement Park, 2249 Route 30 East, Lancaster, PA 17602, 1-866-FUNatDW. Aug. 2 - Sept. 7 - Lancaster Museum of Art, 135 N. Lime St., Lancaster, PA. 717-394-3497. New Paintings, work by Suk Shuglie. Sunshine and Shadow, works in metal by Valerie Jo Coulson. Visual Dialogue, works by Jan Yatsco, Janie Oakes, Mariann Lehman, Blakelyn Albright and Donna Albert. Paintings by Sadradeen Ameen. Aug. 3 - Lancaster Barnstormers Game - Clipper Stadium, 650 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA. 717-509-4487. Aug. 3 - Russian American Kids Circus - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102. Aug. 3 - Long's Park Summer Entertainment Series: The WAIFS - Long's Park, Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA. 717-295-7054. Enjoy free concerts all summer long every Sunday between Memorial Day and Labor Day. 7:30 pm. Aug. 4 - Lancaster Barnstormers Game - Clipper Stadium, 650 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA. 717-509-4487. Aug. 4 - VIP Amish Tours - Amish Experience Theatre, 3121 Old Philadelphia Pike (Plain & Fancy Farm), Bird-in-Hand, PA 17505, 717-768-8400. This is a unique tour that goes to an Amish farm at milking time, an Amish craft maker, and another family for informal conversation --- a special opportunity to meet and talk to the different Amish people where they live and work. The tour is limited to just 14 people. Aug. 5 - Lancaster Barnstormers Game - Clipper Stadium, 650 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA. 717-509-4487. Aug. 6 - Lancaster Barnstormers Game - Clipper Stadium, 650 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA. 717-509-4487. Aug. 6 - VIP Amish Tours - Amish Experience Theatre, 3121 Old Philadelphia Pike (Plain & Fancy Farm), Bird-in-Hand, PA 17505, 717-768-8400. This is a unique tour that goes to an Amish farm at milking time, an Amish craft maker, and another family for informal conversation --- a special opportunity to meet and talk to the different Amish people where they live and work. The tour is limited to just 14 people. Aug. 7 - Lancaster Barnstormers Game - Clipper Stadium, 650 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA. 717-509-4487. Aug. 7 - Dinner and a Movie Series - "The King of Kong" - Binns Park, City of Lancaster, Lancaster, PA. Enjoy dinner downtown followed by a movie in Binns Park. The movie begins at 9:00 pm and is free to the public. Aug. 7 - 13 - Everyone's Birthday - Spring Gulch Resort, 475 Lynch Rd., New Holland, PA 17557 717-354-3100. After dry and wet hayrides, join in the celebration of everyone's birthday with ice cream and cake. Live band Chowderheads Saturday night. Aug. 8 - Memories of Elvis: Mike Albert with the Jordanaires - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102. Aug. 8 - Second Friday - Lititz Borough, Lititz, PA. Each month Downtown Merchants are happy to announce great family activities and entertainments, free and open to the public, in stores and venues throughout the downtown shopping area. 5 - 9 pm. Aug. 8 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. The $30 fare includes First-Class accommodations on the Parlor Car and complimentary wine, cheese and crackers. Beer, mixed drinks, premium wines, non-alcoholic hot and cold beverages are also available for purchase. 7:00 pm. Aug. 9 - Lititz Rotary Craft Show - Lititz Springs Park, Lititz, PA, 717-626-6875. One of the biggest and most popular craft shows on the east coast! Remember, Main Street AND Broad Street will be closed down completely during this event. Tell people to wear their walking shoes so they'll be comfortable! Off site parking at the middle and high schools will be available. Free rain or shine event. 8 - 4 pm. Aug. 9 - Oct. 26 - Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire - Mount Hope Estate & Winery, Rt. 72 north of Lancaster, Cornwall, PA. 717-665-7021. Aug. 9 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. The $30 fare includes First-Class accommodations on the Parlor Car and complimentary wine, cheese and crackers. Beer, mixed drinks, premium wines, non-alcoholic hot and cold beverages are also available for purchase. 7:00 pm. Aug. 9 - Mount Joy Farmers Market - Main Street Mount Joy, Union National Community Bank Parking Lot, 101 E. Main Street, Mount Joy, PA, 717-653-4227. Local Produce, Plants, Crafts, & More. Fun-family activities throughout the season. 8:00 am - Noon. Aug. 9 - Music in the Vineyards: Roof Rockers (popular soul, rhythm & blues) - Nissley Vineyards, 140 Vintage Drive, Bainbridge, PA, 717-426-3514. Enjoy a romantic evening under the stars as the best of regional big bands, light-rock and oldies groups perform for your listening pleasure and for dancing on tree-shaded patios. Bring a picnic supper, several good friends and lawn chairs or a blanket for all. Snacks and chilled Nissley wines will be available. 7:30 - 10:00 pm. Aug. 9 - The Lucas Oil/ Buck Summernationals “Pro Pulling League Champions Tour” - Buck Motorsports Park, Route 272 south of Lancaster, Lancaster, PA 17604, 800-344-7855; Track (day of event only) 717-284-2139. Truck & Tractor Pulling Event Featuring the Unlimited Alcohol Super Stock Tractors, Super Modified 4 Engine Tractors, the Wild Wheelstanding 2WD Trucks from all across the United States. Admission To This Special Event - Adults $16, Children (5-12) $8, Under 5 - FREE! Pullers Pre-Committed to this event: Big Boys Toy,The Silver Bullet, Indian Outlaw, Dirt Slinger, Saw Mill Express & many More! Aug. 9 - New Holland Farmers Market - South Roberts Avenue., New Holland, PA 17557, 717-354-5962. Unique street market. Local Amish/Mennonite craftsman & farmers. Aug. 9 - Downtown Lititz Farmers Market - Susquehanna Bank, Lititz, PA. Water Street parking lot of the Susquehanna Bank. (1/2 block off of Main Street). Fresh and local vegetables, fruit, grass fed beef,poultry, cheese, flowers, herbs, plants and bake goods. 8 - 1pm. Aug. 9 - Gazebo Concert Series: Melton Brothers with Alfie Moss - Twin Brook Winery, 5697 Strasburg Road, Gap, PA, 717-442-4915. Join us Saturday nights from 6:30 to 9:30 for our summer concert series. Bring friends, family, blankets, chairs and your picnic baskets. Enjoy an evening of fun and music under the stars. In the event of inclement weather the music will relocate to our newly constructed "greenhouse". Aug. 10 - Evening of Music in the Gardens - Lititz Museum, 137-145 East Main Street, Lititz, PA. Held in the lovely Mary Oehme Gardens, directly behind the Lititz Museum. Tell people to bring their own lawn chair so they can comfortably enjoy beautiful, soothing music under the stars. Free event. 6:30 pm. Aug. 10 - Long's Park Summer Entertainment Series: Joe Grushecky & the Houserockers - Long's Park, Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA. 717-295-7054. Enjoy free concerts all summer long every Sunday between Memorial Day and Labor Day. 7:30 pm. Aug. 11 - VIP Amish Tours - Amish Experience Theatre, 3121 Old Philadelphia Pike (Plain & Fancy Farm), Bird-in-Hand, PA 17505, 717-768-8400. This is a unique tour that goes to an Amish farm at milking time, an Amish craft maker, and another family for informal conversation --- a special opportunity to meet and talk to the different Amish people where they live and work. The tour is limited to just 14 people. Aug. 12 - Oct. 4 - The Pill - ibuprofen - Freedom Chapel Dinner Theatre,15 North Bridge Street, P.O. Box 63, Christiana, PA 17509, 610-593-7013. Aug. 12 - Nov. 1 - Barefoot In the Park - Rainbow Dinner Theatre, Route 30 East, Box 56, Paradise, PA 17562, 800-292-4301. Rainbow is proud to bring to life the story of newlyweds Corrie and Paul, as they begin their marriage and start to walk the twisty road to love and life. Aug. 13 - VIP Amish Tours - Amish Experience Theatre, 3121 Old Philadelphia Pike (Plain & Fancy Farm), Bird-in-Hand, PA 17505, 717-768-8400. This is a unique tour that goes to an Amish farm at milking time, an Amish craft maker, and another family for informal conversation --- a special opportunity to meet and talk to the different Amish people where they live and work. The tour is limited to just 14 people. Aug. 13 - 16 - Railroad Family Days - Railroad Museum of PA, Rt. 741 East, Box 15, Strasburg, PA 17579 717-687-8628. Aug. 13 - 16 - 60th Annual Thresherman's Reunion - Rough and Tumble Engineers Historical Assoc., Inc., 4977 Lincoln Highway East, Kinzers, PA 717-442-4249. Aug.14 - Dinner and a Movie Series - "Pursuit of Happyness" - Binns Park, City of Lancaster, Lancaster, PA. Enjoy dinner downtown followed by a movie in Binns Park. The movie begins at 9:00 pm and is free to the public. Aug. 14 - 20 - Watermelon Fest - Spring Gulch Resort, 475 Lynch Rd., New Holland, PA 17557 717-354-3100. Watermelon eating and seed spitting contests and lots of fun activities. Square Dance & DJ Dance Saturday night. Aug. 15 - Lancaster Barnstormers Game - Clipper Stadium, 650 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA. 717-509-4487. Aug. 15 - Charley Pride - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102. Aug. 15 - Friday Nights at the Improv - Mount Hope Estate & Winery, Rt. 72 north of Lancaster, Cornwall, PA. 717-665-7021. Aug. 15 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. The $30 fare includes First-Class accommodations on the Parlor Car and complimentary wine, cheese and crackers. Beer, mixed drinks, premium wines, non-alcoholic hot and cold beverages are also available for purchase. 7:00 pm. Aug. 15 - musicFRIDAYS - 200 & 300 Blocks of North Queen Street, Lancaster, PA. From belly dancing, a jazz quintet, solo acoustic, rock and Americana groups to more than 30 shops and restaurants, where anything from antiques and groovy home décor to custom-made jewelry and accessories to pet grooming and a happy hello can be found on Lancaster’s coolest blocks. Most shops are open until 9 p.m. 6 - 9 pm. Aug. 15 - Movie Night - Lititz Springs Park, Lititz, PA. Begins at 8:15 p.m. Sponsored by Moravian Manor Free popcorn and movie--but guests should bring their own blankets or cushions. Information: Moravian Manor - (717) 626-0214 Aug. 15 - 16 - Hogwarts Express Party - Railroad Museum of PA, Rt. 741 East, Box 15, Strasburg, PA 17579 717-687-8628. Aug. 16 - Storytelling Day - Landis Valley Museum, 2451 Kissel Hill Rd., Lancaster, PA. 717-569-0401. Aug. 16 - Lancaster Barnstormers Game - Clipper Stadium, 650 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA. 717-509-4487. Aug. 16 - 14th Annual Art In The Park - Lancaster Museum of Art, 135 N. Lime St., Lancaster, PA. 717-394-3497. A celebration of art featuring free hands-on projects for children of all ages. 10am-2pm Aug. 16 - Art in the Park - Musser Park, City of Lancaster, Lancaster, PA, 717-394-3497. A celebration of art featuring free hands-on projects of all ages. Held in Musser Park. Free admission. 10:00 - 2:00 pm. Aug. 16 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. The $30 fare includes First-Class accommodations on the Parlor Car and complimentary wine, cheese and crackers. Beer, mixed drinks, premium wines, non-alcoholic hot and cold beverages are also available for purchase. 7:00 pm. Aug. 16 - Mount Joy Farmers Market - Main Street Mount Joy, Union National Community Bank Parking Lot, 101 E. Main Street, Mount Joy, PA, 717-653-4227. Local Produce, Plants, Crafts, & More. Fun-family activities throughout the season. 8:00 am - Noon. Aug. 16 - Music in the Vineyards: Headliners (top 40 variety, from 60's thru 90's) - Nissley Vineyards, 140 Vintage Drive, Bainbridge, PA, 717-426-3514. Enjoy a romantic evening under the stars as the best of regional big bands, light-rock and oldies groups perform for your listening pleasure and for dancing on tree-shaded patios. Bring a picnic supper, several good friends and lawn chairs or a blanket for all. Snacks and chilled Nissley wines will be available. 7:30 - 10:00 pm. Aug. 16 - The 19th Annual Truckers Day At The Buck - Buck Motorsports Park, Route 272 south of Lancaster, Lancaster, PA 17604, 800-344-7855; Track (day of event only) 717-284-2139. 8:00 am - Children’s Miracle Network “Truckers For Miracle Kids” Safe Truck Drivers Rodeo. 10:00 am - Big Rig Jamboree - Best Appearing Truck Contest. Admission To This Special Event, Truck Drivers Rodeo & Big Rig Jamboree - FREE! 7:00 pm - Hot Rod Semi-Truck/Nationals. Modified Semi-Trucks “Diesel Doctor,” “Scavenger,” Side-by-Side Drag Racing Action & Parade of Champions! Aug. 16 - New Holland Farmers Market - South Roberts Avenue., New Holland, PA 17557, 717-354-5962. Unique street market. Local Amish/Mennonite craftsman & farmers. Aug. 16 - Downtown Lititz Farmers Market - Susquehanna Bank, Lititz, PA. Water Street parking lot of the Susquehanna Bank. (1/2 block off of Main Street). Fresh and local vegetables, fruit, grass fed beef,poultry, cheese, flowers, herbs, plants and bake goods. 8 - 1pm. Aug. 16 - Gazebo Concert Series: Mythica - Twin Brook Winery, 5697 Strasburg Road, Gap, PA, 717-442-4915. Join us Saturday nights from 6:30 to 9:30 for our summer concert series. Bring friends, family, blankets, chairs and your picnic baskets. Enjoy an evening of fun and music under the stars. In the event of inclement weather the music will relocate to our newly constructed "greenhouse". Aug. 17 - Lancaster Barnstormers Game - Clipper Stadium, 650 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA. 717-509-4487. Aug. 17 - Long's Park Summer Entertainment Series: Sonny Landreth - Long's Park, Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA. 717-295-7054. Enjoy free concerts all summer long every Sunday between Memorial Day and Labor Day. 7:30 pm. Aug. 18 - Lancaster Barnstormers Game - Clipper Stadium, 650 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA. 717-509-4487. Aug. 18 - VIP Amish Tours - Amish Experience Theatre, 3121 Old Philadelphia Pike (Plain & Fancy Farm), Bird-in-Hand, PA 17505, 717-768-8400. This is a unique tour that goes to an Amish farm at milking time, an Amish craft maker, and another family for informal conversation --- a special opportunity to meet and talk to the different Amish people where they live and work. The tour is limited to just 14 people. Aug. 19 - Lancaster Barnstormers Game - Clipper Stadium, 650 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA. 717-509-4487. Aug. 20 - Lancaster Barnstormers Game - Clipper Stadium, 650 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA. 717-509-4487. Aug. 20 - VIP Amish Tours - Amish Experience Theatre, 3121 Old Philadelphia Pike (Plain & Fancy Farm), Bird-in-Hand, PA 17505, 717-768-8400. This is a unique tour that goes to an Amish farm at milking time, an Amish craft maker, and another family for informal conversation --- a special opportunity to meet and talk to the different Amish people where they live and work. The tour is limited to just 14 people. Aug. 21 - Dinner and a Movie Series - "Cinema Paradiso" - Binns Park, City of Lancaster, Lancaster, PA. Enjoy dinner downtown followed by a movie in Binns Park. The movie begins at 9:00 pm and is free to the public. Aug. 21 - 27 - End of Summer Fun - Spring Gulch Resort, 475 Lynch Rd., New Holland, PA 17557 717-354-3100. Kool-Aid chug & pie eating contests, walk the balloon, games at the swim pond, Men and Machine live Saturday night and much more. Aug. 22 - Friday Nights at the Improv - Mount Hope Estate & Winery, Rt. 72 north of Lancaster, Cornwall, PA. 717-665-7021. Aug. 22 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. The $30 fare includes First-Class accommodations on the Parlor Car and complimentary wine, cheese and crackers. Beer, mixed drinks, premium wines, non-alcoholic hot and cold beverages are also available for purchase. 7:00 pm. Aug. 22 - Fourth Fridays: “See Art, Hear Art, Do Art” - Main Street Mount Joy, 15 Marietta Avenue, Mount Joy, PA, 717-653-4227. Experience the Arts, Interactive Activities & Demos, Live Music, Shopping & Dining Specials, Giveaways, Artist Receptions & Exhibits, & More! 5:00 - 8:00 pm. Aug. 23 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. The $30 fare includes First-Class accommodations on the Parlor Car and complimentary wine, cheese and crackers. Beer, mixed drinks, premium wines, non-alcoholic hot and cold beverages are also available for purchase. 7:00 pm. Aug. 23 - Mount Joy Farmers Market - Main Street Mount Joy, Union National Community Bank Parking Lot, 101 E. Main Street, Mount Joy, PA, 717-653-4227. Local Produce, Plants, Crafts, & More. Fun-family activities throughout the season. 8:00 am - Noon. Aug. 23 - Music in the Vineyards: JumpStreet (70's & 80's funk, rock, & soul) - Nissley Vineyards, 140 Vintage Drive, Bainbridge, PA, 717-426-3514. Enjoy a romantic evening under the stars as the best of regional big bands, light-rock and oldies groups perform for your listening pleasure and for dancing on tree-shaded patios. Bring a picnic supper, several good friends and lawn chairs or a blanket for all. Snacks and chilled Nissley wines will be available. 7:30 - 10:00 pm. Aug. 23 - “THE BATTLE OF THE MONSTER TRUCKS” - Buck Motorsports Park, Route 272 south of Lancaster, Lancaster, PA 17604, 800-344-7855; Track (day of event only) 717-284-2139. Featuring The Legendary “Bigfoot,” Jimmy Creedon “The Bounty Hunter”, The Dodge “Back Draft” & “The Iron Outlaw”. “War On Wheels” — Drag Racing,Car Crushing, Free Style Antics. The Tuff Truck Nationals 2008 (2WD & 4WD Classes) & Kids Penny Gold Rush! Come Early For Driver Autograph Session From 5-6pm. Admission To This Special Event - Adults $16, Children (5-12) $8, Under 5 - FREE! Aug. 23 - New Holland Farmers Market - South Roberts Avenue., New Holland, PA 17557, 717-354-5962. Unique street market. Local Amish/Mennonite craftsman & farmers. Aug. 23 - Downtown Lititz Farmers Market - Susquehanna Bank, Lititz, PA. Water Street parking lot of the Susquehanna Bank. (1/2 block off of Main Street). Fresh and local vegetables, fruit, grass fed beef,poultry, cheese, flowers, herbs, plants and bake goods. 8 - 1pm. Aug. 23 - Gazebo Concert Series: Lil Ragu Band - Twin Brook Winery, 5697 Strasburg Road, Gap, PA, 717-442-4915. Join us Saturday nights from 6:30 to 9:30 for our summer concert series. Bring friends, family, blankets, chairs and your picnic baskets. Enjoy an evening of fun and music under the stars. In the event of inclement weather the music will relocate to our newly constructed "greenhouse". Aug. 24 - Long's Park Summer Entertainment Series: Bobby Lee Rodgers & The CodeTalkers - Long's Park, Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA. 717-295-7054. Enjoy free concerts all summer long every Sunday between Memorial Day and Labor Day. 7:30 pm. Aug. 25 - Meadow Concert Series - Longwood Gardens, US Route 1, Kennett Square, PA 19348, 610-388-1000. Spend a night under the stars with the stars! Our new Meadow Concerts will feature some of today's top recording artists performing live with the summer splendor of Longwood's Meadow as the backdrop. Aug. 25 - VIP Amish Tours - Amish Experience Theatre, 3121 Old Philadelphia Pike (Plain & Fancy Farm), Bird-in-Hand, PA 17505, 717-768-8400. This is a unique tour that goes to an Amish farm at milking time, an Amish craft maker, and another family for informal conversation --- a special opportunity to meet and talk to the different Amish people where they live and work. The tour is limited to just 14 people. Aug. 26 - Lancaster Barnstormers Game - Clipper Stadium, 650 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA. 717-509-4487. Aug. 27 - Lancaster Barnstormers Game - Clipper Stadium, 650 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA. 717-509-4487. Aug. 27 - VIP Amish Tours - Amish Experience Theatre, 3121 Old Philadelphia Pike (Plain & Fancy Farm), Bird-in-Hand, PA 17505, 717-768-8400. This is a unique tour that goes to an Amish farm at milking time, an Amish craft maker, and another family for informal conversation --- a special opportunity to meet and talk to the different Amish people where they live and work. The tour is limited to just 14 people. Aug. 28 - Lancaster Barnstormers Game - Clipper Stadium, 650 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA. 717-509-4487. Aug. 28 - Dinner and a Movie Series - "Ratatouille" - Binns Park, City of Lancaster, Lancaster, PA. Enjoy dinner downtown followed by a movie in Binns Park. The movie begins at 9:00 pm and is free to the public. Aug. 28 - Vince Gill - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102. Aug. 28 - Sept. 3 - Labor Day Celebration - Spring Gulch Resort, 475 Lynch Rd., New Holland, PA 17557 717-354-3100. Lots of fun activities for the whole family. Double elimination Spring Gulch 500 Hot Wheels Race. Select your car & enjoy the fun. Lots of prizes by age group. And boogie on down to the Dance Barn for square dancing followed by our DJ's on Saturday and live band South Street on Sunday. Aug. 29 - Friday Nights at the Improv - Mount Hope Estate & Winery, Rt. 72 north of Lancaster, Cornwall, PA. 717-665-7021. Aug. 29 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. The $30 fare includes First-Class accommodations on the Parlor Car and complimentary wine, cheese and crackers. Beer, mixed drinks, premium wines, non-alcoholic hot and cold beverages are also available for purchase. 7:00 pm. Aug. 29 - Sept. 1 - Long's Park Art & Craft Festival - Long's Park, Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA. 717-295-7054. Named of the top two fine art and craft shows on the East Coast. Along with fine art and crafts will be fabulous food and entertainment. Advance tickets are $8 for a one day pass or $10 for a multi-day pass. Frid - Sun, 10:00 - 6:00 pm, Mon, 10:00 - 5:00 pm. Aug. 30 - Fall Antique Show and Sale - Lititz Springs Park, Lititz, PA, 717-626-5727. Free admission. 9 - 4 pm. Aug. 30 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. The $30 fare includes First-Class accommodations on the Parlor Car and complimentary wine, cheese and crackers. Beer, mixed drinks, premium wines, non-alcoholic hot and cold beverages are also available for purchase. 7:00 pm. Aug. 30 - Mount Joy Farmers Market - Main Street Mount Joy, Union National Community Bank Parking Lot, 101 E. Main Street, Mount Joy, PA, 717-653-4227. Local Produce, Plants, Crafts, & More. Fun-family activities throughout the season. 8:00 am - Noon. Aug. 30 - 34th Anniversary Labor Day Weekend Demolition Derby Finals - Buck Motorsports Park, Route 272 south of Lancaster, Lancaster, PA 17604, 800-344-7855; Track (day of event only) 717-284-2139. Plus Spectacular 3-D Fireworks Display! Aug. 30 - New Holland Farmers Market - South Roberts Avenue., New Holland, PA 17557, 717-354-5962. Unique street market. Local Amish/Mennonite craftsman & farmers. Aug. 30 - Downtown Lititz Farmers Market - Susquehanna Bank, Lititz, PA. Water Street parking lot of the Susquehanna Bank. (1/2 block off of Main Street). Fresh and local vegetables, fruit, grass fed beef,poultry, cheese, flowers, herbs, plants and bake goods. 8 - 1pm. Aug. 30 - Gazebo Concert Series: Mr. Z & The Nightshift - Twin Brook Winery, 5697 Strasburg Road, Gap, PA, 717-442-4915. Join us Saturday nights from 6:30 to 9:30 for our summer concert series. Bring friends, family, blankets, chairs and your picnic baskets. Enjoy an evening of fun and music under the stars. In the event of inclement weather the music will relocate to our newly constructed "greenhouse". Aug. 31 - Fireworks & Fountains - Longwood Gardens, US Route 1, Kennett Square, PA 19348, 610-388-1000. Enjoy fireworks like you have never seen before! Spectacular fireworks and colorful fountains light up the night sky and dance to stirring music. You won't want to miss any fo these spectacular shows: Celebrate America, Big Band & Broadway and Rachmaninoff's Second Symphony. Aug. 31 - Long's Park Summer Entertainment Series - Long's Park, Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA. 717-295-7054. Enjoy free concerts all summer long every Sunday between Memorial Day and Labor Day. 7:30 pm. 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