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Here is a listing of 2009 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 Nov. 7 - Smoke on the Mountain - Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, 510 Centerville Road, Lancaster, 717-898-1900. It's Saturday night and Reverend Oglethorpe has invited the Sanders Family Singers to provide an uplifting evening of singin', clappin', and hilarious stories, with old gospel tunes like Church in the Wildwood, Rock of Ages, Whispering Hope and I'll Fly Away. Thru Nov. 22 - Open Air Theatre Fountain - Longwood
Gardens, US Route 1, Kennett Square, PA 19348, 610-388-1000. Featuring
750 jets in changing patterns—come alive with five-minute shows set to music on the hour from 10:00 am to 4:00
pm. Thru Dec. 30 - Trains In Motion - Railroad Museum of PA, Rt. 741 East, Box 15, Strasburg, PA 17579 717-687-8628. Information coming on this impressive exhibit. Thru Dec. 31- Time in Exploration Special Exhibit Opens - National Watch & Clock Museum, 514 Poplar St., Columbia, PA 17512, 717-684-8261 ext.237. Exhibit highlights the importance of time and timekeeping to the fields of exploration and navigation on sea, land, and in space. Thru May 2010 - Sense of Time Special Exhibit Opens - National Watch & Clock Museum, 514 Poplar St., Columbia, PA 17512, 717-684-8261 ext.237. Exhibit explores the ancient measurement devices of Asian Fire Clocks. Nov. 1 - Daylight Savings Time Ends Nov. 1 - Jan. 3, 2010 - The 2009 Christmas Show American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Hwy. E. (Rt. 30), Lancaster, PA 17602, 717-397-7700, 800-648-4102. Constantly compared to Radio City Music Hall, American Music Theatre’s Christmas Show is widely hailed as one of America’s best. You will enjoy a wide variety of secular and sacred Christmas songs, ranging from outstanding a cappella renditions to powerful orchestral versions. You’ll delight in comedy sketches fun for kids 1 to 92, the lovely AMT dancers and an appearance from Santa himself. Make this holiday season the most memorable of all with Lancaster’s favorite Christmas show. Nov. 6 - First Fridays: Lancaster - City of Lancaster, Lancaster, PA 717-291-4758. Over 90 art galleries and shops extend their hours and stay open to 9:00 pm - some even later! Nov. 6 - Flashlight Maze - Cherry-Crest Farm, 150 Cherry Hill Road, Ronks, PA 17572, 717-687-6843. We know how everyone looks forward to experience our world famous The Amazing Maize Maze™ in total darkness! All you need are flashlights and a few friends. An excellent Youth Group event as well as a nice, non-scary, Halloween alternative, the Flashlight Maze has gained in popularity with young and old alike! Don't forget to stop by the gift shop for glow necklaces and bracelets! Traditionally, Flashlight Maze hours run from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM with the last entrance into the Maze at 9:00 PM. Admission is $10.00 (12 and up), $8.00 (5-11 years) Bonfire and wagon ride included in admission. Nov. 7 - 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. Nov. 7 - Taking The Swing Train ‘40S Dance - Railroad Museum of PA, Rt. 741 East, Box 15, Strasburg, PA 17579 717-687-8628. Jump, jive and swing to the popular Sound of Roses live band among the trains in the Railroad Museum’s awe inspiring Rolling Stock Hall. Come in uniform or ‘40s clothing! 7:00 - 10:00 pm. Nov. 7 - Holiday Bazaar - United Zion Retirement Community, 722 Furnace Hills Pike,Lititz, PA, 717-626-2071x1006. Homemade crafts from residents as well as a large variety of country Christmas crafts, wreaths and ornaments all at great prices, plus great hot foods and homemade baked goods. 8:30 am - 1:00 pm. To benefit United Zion Retirement Community. Nov. 7 - Flashlight Maze - Cherry-Crest Farm, 150 Cherry Hill Road, Ronks, PA 17572, 717-687-6843. We know how everyone looks forward to experience our world famous The Amazing Maize Maze™ in total darkness! All you need are flashlights and a few friends. An excellent Youth Group event as well as a nice, non-scary, Halloween alternative, the Flashlight Maze has gained in popularity with young and old alike! Don't forget to stop by the gift shop for glow necklaces and bracelets! Traditionally, Flashlight Maze hours run from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM with the last entrance into the Maze at 9:00 PM. Admission is $10.00 (12 and up), $8.00 (5-11 years) Bonfire and wagon ride included in admission. Nov. 7 - 8 - Trains & Troops - Strasburg
Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA, 717-687-7522. In addition to our
regular train, we're running special trains on the half hour. Ride with re-enactors from all eras of the military.
Part of the Veterans Day celebration at Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania. Nov. 7 - 8 - Trains & Troops - Railroad Museum of PA, Rt. 741 East, Box 15, Strasburg, PA 17579 717-687-8628. Greet our guys and gals in uniform, experience many splendid railroad and military archival displays, enjoy the patriotic spirit. Nov. 10 - Home School Day - National
Watch & Clock Museum, 514 Poplar St., Columbia, PA 17512, 717-684-8261 ext.237. Take
part in special educational activities throughout the day for grades K-8. 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Nov. 11 - Veteran's Day Nov. 12 - Dec. 23 - Holly Jolly Christmas - Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, 510 Centerville Road, Lancaster, 717-898-1900. Follow Mr. and Mrs. Claus as they hit the road in search of holiday cheer. You'll love Broadway-style numbers with pizzazz, heart-warming standards, Santa's rockin side, a nativity and traditional carols. Share in celebrations around the world with our cherry hosts. Nov. 13 - Second Friday - Downtown Lititz, PA. Historic Downtown Lititz is bursting with energy every 2nd Friday of the month. 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. The 2nd Friday of each month year round, rain or shine, 5:00 - 9:00 pm. Nov. 14 - 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. Nov. 14 - Music in the Vineyard: Swing Kings - Big Band - Twin Brook Winery, 5697 Strasburg Rd., Gap, PA 17527, 717-442-4915. Join us Saturday nights from 6:30 to 9:30. Bring friends, family, blankets, chairs and your picnic basket. Enjoy an evening of fun and music under the stars. In the event of inclement weather the concert will relocate to the “Greenhouse.” Admission: $10/Adult, $4/Child (ages 5-12). Nov. 15 - 16 - Red Hot Christmas Magic and Memories - National Christmas Center, 3427 Lincoln Highway East (U.S. Rt. 30), Paradise, PA 17562, 717-442-7950. Get your Christmas list in early this year! Chat with the original Red Hot Man, Santa Jr., decked out in his red and purple hat. What a photo opportunity - your Queen Mum on Santa's knee! It would make a great pre-Christmas gift. In addition, every Red Hot lady who visits National Christmas Center dressed in her red & purple finery, will be admitted at a specially discounted rate! Nov. 20 - musicFRIDAYS - Downtown Lancaster, PA. Each third Friday of the month, Downtown Lancaster hosts Music Fridays. Performances will abound throughout the 300 block of North Queen Street as well as retailers, restaurants, and attractions throughout Downtown. Each month will bring new entertainment to the streets of Downtown Lancaster. 6:00 - 9:00 pm. Nov. 21 - 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. Nov. 26 - Thanksgiving Nov. 26 - Midnight Madness - Black Friday - Rockvale Outlets, Routes 30 & 896, Lancaster, PA 17602, 717-293-9292. Rockvale Outlets Lancaster looks forward to our Annual Midnight Madness shopping spectacular! Stores will open at 12 midnight the evening after Thanksgiving dinner, and will remain open the entire day until 9:00pm on Friday. Nov. 26 - Dec. 24 - Open Air Theatre Fountain: Christmas - Longwood
Gardens, US Route 1, Kennett Square, PA 19348, 610-388-1000. Featuring
750 jets in changing patterns—dancing fountain shows are set to holiday music on the hour from 10:00 am– 4:00 pm,
and continuously from 5:00–9:00 pm. Nov. 27 - Mayor's Tree Lighting - Downtown Lancaster, PA, 717-291-4758. The official kickoff of the holiday season begins with the Mayor's Tree Lighting in Penn Square. Live musical performances and the infamous "Tuba Christmas" lend to the festivities. Free admission. 6:30 - 8:30 pm. Nov. 27 - 29 - Santa's Paradise Express - Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA, 717-687-7522. Recapture the magic of the holiday season. Potbelly stoves gently warm the passenger cars as you travel with Santa. Sing Christmas carols along with musicians as they stroll from car to car. If you listen carefully, you may even hear the sounds of ringing bells. Nov. 27 - 28 - Black Friday Weekend - Downtown Lititz, PA, 717-626-6332. Shop beautiful, historic downtown Lititz, with many shops, boutiques, restaurants and more! Many stores will offer extended hours Friday night for late shopping. Nov. 27 - Dec. 20 - Downtown for the Holidays - Downtown Lancaster, PA, 717-291-4758. Activities include visits with Santa, strolling entertainment, horse drawn carriage rides, holiday karaoke, model train exhibits and more. Shop at over 200 specialty shops, galleries, museums, and antique stores in downtown Lancaster. Nov. 28 - 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. Nov. 28 - Holly Days - Kitchen Kettle Village, Rt. 240, Intercourse, PA. 717-768-8261. Come join us as we deck the hall, streets and shops with natural greens, berries, and colorful ribbons. Join us in down-home caroling. Pass brass bands on corners as you dash from one shop to another. We have cookies to treat you. And shopkeepers to greet you. With music boxes, wooden toys, and things to delight you. Come to start off the holidays in a Village with heart. It’s a great place to come home to each year.
2010 November Events Thru Nov. 13 - To Be Announced - Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, 510 Centerville
Road, Lancaster, 717-898-1900. The recipe for laughter you've been waiting for! This hilarious comedy
about fun times in the church kitchen will be announced September 1, 2009 due to contract restrictions. Nov. 2 - Dec. 30 - The 2010 CHRISTMAS SHOW - American Music Theatre, 2425 Lincoln Hwy. E. (Rt. 30), Lancaster, PA 17602, 717-397-7700, 800-648-4102. Scrooges beware... we've got an all-new Christmas revue just for you! Featuring spectacular sounds of the season and plenty of yuletide fun, there won't be any "Bah Humbugs" at AMT this year! Experience the Central PA tradition that's a musical gift for the entire family. Make this a holiday to remember at AMT, where Christmas is alive! Nov. 7 - Daylight Savings Time Ends Nov. 11 - Veteran's Day Nov. 18 - Dec. 31 - White Christmas - Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, 510 Centerville
Road, Lancaster, 717-898-1900. Back by popular demand! Based on the beloved holiday film which starred
Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye and Rosemary Clooney. The memorable Irving Berlin score includes Blue Skies, The Best Things
Happen While Your Dancin', Sisters, Count Your Blessings, and the perennial favorite, White Christmas. |
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