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Here is a listing of 2010 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 May 9 - Meet Me in St. Louis - Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, 510 Centerville Road, Lancaster, 717-898-1900. Clang, clang, clang went the trolley. It's the turn of the century and the the World's Fair is coming to St. Louis. Based on the classic MGM movie that starred Judy Garland, it features the hits Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas, Skip To My Lou, The Boy Next Door, and of course The Trolley Song. Thru June 5 - Amish Love & Forgiveness - Freedom Chapel Dinner Theatre,15 North Bridge Street, P.O. Box 63, Christiana, PA 17509, 610-593-7013. In this 3rd chapter of the King Family life Amos and Sadie’s family have matured and moved on. But their peaceful existence is disrupted by the outside world. Watch as Amos and Sadie do their best to solve these issues along with new family members Agnes and Samuel, Sadie’s sister and brother-in-law. Once again peer into the life of the King Family as they encounter a tragic, life changing event. And by touched by their enduring love and forgivness. Thru Nov. 21 - Making Scents: The Art and Passion of Fragrance - Longwood Gardens, US Route 1, Kennett Square, PA 19348, 610-388-1000. Longwood Gardens takes you inside the unmapped universe of scent with Making Scents: The Art and Passion of Fragrance, an interactive exhibition that explores the art, science and mystery of fragrance. Experience plants and flowers in an immersive sensory environment. Explore the mysterious power of scent. Discover the creative artistry and intricate science behind fragrance. Make your own fragrance and take home a personalized scent card. Engage your senses in this magical exhibition as you see, touch and smell Longwood’s fragrant world. May 1 - Mel Tillis, Mickey Gilley & John Anderson - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102. May 1 - Mud Bog/ Tuff Truck Series - Buck Motorsports Park, 900 Lancaster Pike, Willow Street, PA 17566 (PO Box 8289, Lancaster, PA 17604), 717-859-4244. May 1 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA (GPS: 301 Gap Road, Ronks, PA 17572), 717-687-8421. The $35 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. May 4 - July 31 - How The Other Half Loves - Rainbow Dinner Theatre, Route 30 East, Box 56, Paradise, PA 17562, 800-292-4301. A casual drink with the boss’s wife sets off alarm bells for a young husband’s overly suspicious missus. Unfortunately the boss hasn’t got a clue and when he does he upsets the delicate balance and causes hilarious chaos. Never mix business and pleasure unless you’re prepared for the consequences. Don’t worry, in the end no one gets hurt but everyone gets what they deserve. Don’t miss the fun! May 6 - National Day of Prayer May 6 - 8 - "Back to Our Roots! - Celebrating 300 Years of Lancaster County History" - Willow Valley Resort, 2416 Willow Valley Pike, Lancaster, PA, 17602. Sponsored by the Lancaster Mennonite Historical Society, the Family History Conference will have 20 genealogy workshops, guided motor coach tours, vendors and exhibitors. Registration deadline April 11, 2010. For more information or a brochure, call Peggy Erb at 717-393-9745 or visit www.lmhs.org and click on the "annual Lancaster genealogy conference" link. May 7 - Annual Sheep Shearing Days - Amish Farm & House, 2395 Lincoln Highway East (U.S. Route 30), Lancaster, PA 17602, 717-394-6185. This annual field trip tradition continues this year! Visit us during these 2 special days and see, learn, and experience the annual tradition of sheep shearing. We are the only attraction in Lancaster County to offer such a unique experience. Besides our resident artisans, we will also have several special demonstrators including a spinner/weaver and blacksmith! May 7 - 8 - Lancaster County Herb Tour - Lancaster County Tours, 888-999-4479 or 888-824-3763. Our Herb Weekend covers all facets of these versatile plants - medicinal, culinary and just plain good gardening. This tour is a feast for the senses. We start with a culinary demonstration for lunch and then visit a Mennonite gardening shop that carries 10 different kinds of basil, stevia, and even lemongrass. Next is a lesson in container gardening with herbs, and then a medicinal guided walk through an Amish herb garden - where you'll learn how to treat what ails you. $150/person. Hosted by The Artist's Inn and Harvest Moon B&B. May 7 - June 19 - Nashville City Limits - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102. Country music takes center stage as we pay homage to Music City, USA - and the hot new sound of today's country! From Nashville pop and country rock to foot-stompin' honky tonk, it's a concert extravaganza you won't soon forget. From Taylor and Toby to Waylon and Willie ... if you're a fan of country music, you'll love Nashville City Limits. May 7 - 8 - Spring Steam-Up - Rough & Tumble Engineers Historical Assoc., 4977 Lincoln Hwy. East (Route 30), Kinzers, PA 17535, 717-442-4249. May 8 - One Night of Queen - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102. For one night only, relive the magic that was Queen, and hear their masterpiece “Bohemian Rhapsody” sung live, in concert, as it was meant to be. Lovingly performed by Gary Mullen and the Works in his ultimate tribute to Freddie Mercury and Queen, you’ll hear “We will Rock You,” “You’re my Best Friend,” “Killer Queen,” and “Another One Bites the Dust,” just to name a few. May 8 - Diesel Pick-Up Powerfest Series - Buck Motorsports Park, 900 Lancaster Pike, Willow Street, PA 17566 (PO Box 8289, Lancaster, PA 17604), 717-859-4244. May 8 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA (GPS: 301 Gap Road, Ronks, PA 17572), 717-687-8421. The $35 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. May 9 - Mothers Day May 13 - June 19 - Big River - Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, 510 Centerville Road, Lancaster, 717-898-1900. The Adventures of Huck Finn have never been seen so much fun as he and his friend Jim, a slave, travel down river to escape to freedom. Their adventures along the way are hilarious, suspenseful and heartwarming, bringing your favorite characters to life with pure Americana values. May 15 - Armed Forces Day May 15 - East Coast Truck/Tractor Pull - Buck Motorsports Park, 900 Lancaster Pike, Willow Street, PA 17566 (PO Box 8289, Lancaster, PA 17604), 717-859-4244. May 15 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA (GPS: 301 Gap Road, Ronks, PA 17572), 717-687-8421. The $35 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. May 15 - Steam School - Rough & Tumble Engineers Historical Assoc., 4977 Lincoln Hwy. East (Route 30), Kinzers, PA 17535, 717-442-4249. May 21 - 22 - 27th Annual Rhubarb Festival - Kitchen Kettle Village, Route 340, Intercourse, PA 17534, 800-732-3538. We’ve been celebrating rhubarb for 26 years! See the fastest rhubarb cars in our world-famous rhubarb derby. Taste the tastiest–“Best Rhubarb Dessert in Lancaster County” Baking Contest (on Saturday). Dance down Pepper Lane to our Rhubarb Stroll. What’s cooking? Rhubarb dips, sauces, pies and delectable rhubarb drinks. May 21 - 31 - Lilytopia - Longwood Gardens, US Route 1, Kennett Square, PA 19348, 610-388-1000. Inspired by the world-famous lily show at Holland’s Keukenhof, Lilytopia is Longwood’s newest annual event, transforming its majestic East Conservatory into a breathtaking showcase for the newest varieties of lilies developed by Dutch hybridizers. More than 10,000 stems are featured in innovative displays representing the newest European trends. May 22 - Travis Tritt - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102. Travis Tritt was one of the leading new country singers of the early '90s, and one of the few to dip into bluesy Southern rock. He developed a gutsy, outlaw image that distinguished him from the pack. Tritt has an impressive musical resume that includes a string of platinum albums, 19 songs in the Top Ten, and five #1 hits on the Billboard charts. Join us for a night of contemporary country and honky tonk when Travis Tritt rocks the house with “Country Club,” “Help Me Hold On,” “I’m Gonna Be Somebody,” and “T-R-O-U-B-L-E.” May 22 - Mud Bog/ Tuff Truck Series - Buck Motorsports Park, 900 Lancaster Pike, Willow Street, PA 17566 (PO Box 8289, Lancaster, PA 17604), 717-859-4244. May 22 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA (GPS: 301 Gap Road, Ronks, PA 17572), 717-687-8421. The $35 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. May 22 Steam School - Rough & Tumble Engineers Historical Assoc., 4977 Lincoln Hwy. East (Route 30), Kinzers, PA 17535, 717-442-4249. May 23 - Jimmy Sturr - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Highway East (Route 30, across from Rockvale Outlets), Lancaster, PA. 717-397-7700 or 800-648-4102. The Grammy-winning King of Polka, Jimmy Sturr returns to AMT for one upbeat performance. He has won a Grammy for Best Polka Album eighteen times, and his is the only Polka band to perform on stage at the Grand Ole Opry. Sturr's orchestra is on the Top Ten List of the All-Time Grammy Awards, and has acquired more Grammy nominations than anyone in the history of musical polka awards. Jimmy Sturr has his own show on the RFD-TV Network and his is truly the most popular polka band in America. May 28 - 29 - IH Spring Show by the International Harvester Collectors Club of SE PA - Rough & Tumble Engineers Historical Assoc., 4977 Lincoln Hwy. East (Route 30), Kinzers, PA 17535, 717-442-4249. May 29 - Memorial Day Weekend Demo Derby/ Fireworks - Buck Motorsports Park, 900 Lancaster Pike, Willow Street, PA 17566 (PO Box 8289, Lancaster, PA 17604), 717-859-4244. May 29 - Wine & Cheese Train - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA (GPS: 301 Gap Road, Ronks, PA 17572), 717-687-8421. The $35 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. May 31 - Memorial Day
2011 May Events May 5 - National Day of Prayer May 8 - Mothers Day May 20 - 21 - 28th Annual Rhubarb Festival - Kitchen Kettle Village, Route 340, Intercourse, PA 17534, 800-732-3538. We’ve been celebrating rhubarb for 26 years! See the fastest rhubarb cars in our world-famous rhubarb derby. Taste the tastiest–“Best Rhubarb Dessert in Lancaster County” Baking Contest (on Saturday). Dance down Pepper Lane to our Rhubarb Stroll. What’s cooking? Rhubarb dips, sauces, pies and delectable rhubarb drinks. May 21 - Armed Forces Day May 30 - Memorial Day |
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