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Here is a listing of 2008 events taking place throughout Lancaster
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| 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 April 5 - All Shook Up - Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, 510 Centerville Road, Lancaster, 717-898-1900. A hot-rod musical about a young girl’s dream of hitting the open road. Into her life comes a charismatic guitar-playing roustabout and he turns the whole town upside down with his hip-swiveling, lip-curling and sexy singin’. Thru April 19 - But Now I See - Freedom Chapel Dinner Theatre,15 North Bridge Street, P.O. Box 63, Christiana, PA 17509, 610-593-7013. Thru Apr. 26 - Paris Is Out! - Rainbow Dinner Theatre, Route 30 East, Box 56, Paradise, PA 17562, 800-292-4301. What a way to celebrate 50 years of marriage - a dream vacation! Unfortunately, Mrs. Brand dreams of Europe and Mr. Brand dreams of Pittsburgh. Love is the ticket, and everyone eventually arrives at their proper destination: happiness! Thru May 4 - Spanning Centuries: Railroad Bridges of Pennsylvania Exhibit - Railroad Museum of PA, Rt. 741 East, Box 15, Strasburg, PA 17579 717-687-8628. Thru May 17 - Daniel and the Lion's Den - Sight & Sound Millennium Theatre, Rt. 896, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7800. While kings use him to decipher their fates, God uses him to shape the fate of an entire people. 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. April 1 - April Fool's Day April 1 - May 23 - Spring Blooms - Longwood
Gardens, US Route 1, Kennett Square, PA 19348, 610-388-1000. More than
235,000 outdoor bulbs come to life to paint the landscape in glorious spring color. Tulips, dogwoods, wisteria
and more herald spring's arrival indoors and out. Don't miss special weekends spotlighting outdoor cuisine, kites
and Arbor Day Fun. April 4 - 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. April 4 - 5 - Pirate Feast - Mount Hope Estate & Winery, Rt. 72 north of Lancaster, Cornwall, PA. 717-665-7021. April 4 - 6 - Bingo-Bingo - Spring Gulch Resort, 475 Lynch Rd., New Holland, PA 17557 717-354-3100. Play Bingo Friday night and Saturday. Then enjoy the two man-five piece band, Men and Machine! April 5 - Bluegrass Fest starring: Peter Rowan & Tony Rice Quartet, Bobby Osborne & Rocky Top X-Press, Rhonda Vincent & The Rage - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102. April 5 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. The $30 fare includes First-Class accommodations on the Parlor Car and complimentary wine, cheese and crackers. Beer, mixed drinks, premium wines, non-alcoholic hot and cold beverages are also available for purchase. 6:00 pm. April 5 - May 18 - Where the Wild Things Are - Lancaster Museum of Art, 135 N. Lime St., Lancaster, PA. 717-394-3497. Maurice Sendak in His Own Words and Pictures, a multi media exhibit about the life-long art of Maurice Sendak. April 10 - May 24 - Guys and Dolls - Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, 510 Centerville Road, Lancaster, 717-898-1900. Guys and Dolls is a story of small time gamblers and the ladies in their lives. Nathan Detroit bets his pal, the slick, high-rolling Sky Masterson, that he can’t get the next lady he sees to fall in love with him. Unfortunately for Sky, it’s the prim and proper neighborhood missionary Sarah Brown who is out to save their very souls. And while Sky is wooing Miss Brown, Nathan has trouble of his own with Adelaide, the chronically ill nightclub performer whose condition is brought on by the fact she's been engaged to Nathan for 14 years. April 11 - 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. April 11 - 12 - Pirate Feast - Mount Hope Estate & Winery, Rt. 72 north of Lancaster, Cornwall, PA. 717-665-7021. April 11 - 13 - Audience Requests - Lancaster Symphony Orchestra; Fulton Opera, 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7425. Already one of the highlights of our season, these performances blend memorable classics, pops and audience favorites. April 11 - 13 - Casino/Bingo Weekend - Spring Gulch Resort, 475 Lynch Rd., New Holland, PA 17557 717-354-3100. Everyone is welcome at the Spring Gulch Casino! Play for a chance to win prizes then stick around for a DJ dance. April 12 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. The $30 fare includes First-Class accommodations on the Parlor Car and complimentary wine, cheese and crackers. Beer, mixed drinks, premium wines, non-alcoholic hot and cold beverages are also available for purchase. 6:00 pm. April 12 - Rawlinsville Annual Mud Sale - Rawlinsville Fire Co., 53 Drytown Road, Holtwood, PA, 717-284-3023. See our full schedule of local Mud Sales. April 16 - Home School Day - Landis Valley Museum, 2451 Kissel Hill Rd., Lancaster, PA. 717-569-0401. April 18 - 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. April 18 - 19 - Spring Art Walk Weekend - Lancaster Museum of Art, 135 N. Lime St., Lancaster, PA. 717-394-3497. A weekend filled with art presented by 40 regional non-profit organizations, businesses and artists. April 18 - 19 - Pirate Feast - Mount Hope Estate & Winery, Rt. 72 north of Lancaster, Cornwall, PA. 717-665-7021. April 18 - 20 - Trout & Veteran's Weekend - Spring Gulch Resort, 475 Lynch Rd., New Holland, PA 17557 717-354-3100. The lake is stocked! Hook 'em and cook 'em. And the Chowder Heads will be playing classic rock at the Saturday night dance. Present Military ID for discount. April 19 - Spring Benefit Auction - Landis Valley Museum, 2451 Kissel Hill Rd., Lancaster, PA. 717-569-0401. April 19 - Antique Tractor Pull - Rough and Tumble, 4977 Lincoln Highway East, Kinzers, PA 717-442-4249. April 19 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. The $30 fare includes First-Class accommodations on the Parlor Car and complimentary wine, cheese and crackers. Beer, mixed drinks, premium wines, non-alcoholic hot and cold beverages are also available for purchase. 6:00 pm. April 19 - 20 - Art Walk - City of Lancaster, Lancaster, PA 717-291-4758. A free two-day walking tour of 25 arts organizations, artist's studios and businesses in downtown Lancaster. Sat 10 am - 6 pm, Sun Noon - 5 pm. April 22 - Earth Day April 23 - Administrative Professional's Day April 23 - May 25 - PA College of Art & Design Senior Exhibits - Pennsylvania College of Art & Design, 204 N. Prince Street, Lancaster, PA, 717-396-7833. Pennsylvania College of Art & Design will feature a selected work from each graduating artists in its main gallery. Main Gallery hours: 8 - 4:30 pm Monday through Friday. Call 717.396.7833 for weekend and evening hours. April 24 - May 11 - Doubt - Fulton Opera, 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7425. It's the story of Sister Aloysius, the no-nonsense principal of St. Nicholas Catholic School in 1964, who suspects the Parish priest of inappropriate behavior. A firm adherent to church doctrine and procedure, and with no firm evidence of wrongdoing, Sister Aloysius must decide whether to trust her instincts or to accept Father Flynn's protestations of innocence. April 25 - Arbor Day April 25 - Lancaster Barnstormers Game - Clipper Stadium, 650 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA. 717-509-4487. April 25 - Sheep Shearing Days - The Amish Farm & House, 2395 Route 30 East (Lincoln Highway), Lancaster, PA 17602. 717-394-6185. April 25 - 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. April 25 - 27 - Boot Scootin' Weekend - Spring Gulch Resort, 475 Lynch Rd., New Holland, PA 17557 717-354-3100. Dance lessons and country music all weekend with City Slickers Country Kickers. April 26 - Lancaster Barnstormers Game - Clipper Stadium, 650 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA. 717-509-4487. April 26 - PA College of Art & Design Senior Show and Celebration - Pennsylvania College of Art & Design, 204 N. Prince Street, Lancaster, PA, 717-396-7833. Pennsylvania College of Art and Design transforms from college to art gallery, with the work of its graduating seniors displayed throughout. 1:00 - 4:00 pm. April 26 - Race Against Racism - YWCA, 110 N. Lime Street, Lancaster, PA, 717-393-1735. Foot race to combat racism. Community celebration at Musser Park at conclusion of race. 8:00 - 2:00 pm. April 26 - American Spirit Parade - City of Lancaster, Lime & Orange Street, Lancaster, PA, 717-397-5686, Ext. 4241. The philosophy of the parade is to honor all First Responders: Military, Police, Firefighters and EMTs. Let them know they have the support of the American people. 1:00 pm. April 26 - 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. April 26 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA. 717-687-7522. The $30 fare includes First-Class accommodations on the Parlor Car and complimentary wine, cheese and crackers. Beer, mixed drinks, premium wines, non-alcoholic hot and cold beverages are also available for purchase. 6:00 pm. April 27 - Lancaster Barnstormers Game - Clipper Stadium, 650 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA. 717-509-4487. April 29 - May 31 - The Christiana Riot - Freedom Chapel Dinner Theatre,15 North Bridge Street, P.O. Box 63, Christiana, PA 17509, 610-593-7013. April 30 - May 3 - Community Days Buchanan Park - Buchanan Park, Buchanan and Race Streets, Lancaster, PA, 717-392-4683. Carnival rides, games, music and food for all to enjoy. Wed & Thurs, 5 - 10 pm, Fri, 5 - 11 pm, and Sat, Noon - 11 pm. If you have events to add to this listing, please click here |
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