Thursday, January 31, 2013
Lititz, less than an hour and half from Norristown, is in the running for Budget Travel Magazine's title of America's Coolest Small Town.
Budget Travel Magazine has narrowed the search for America's Coolest Small Town, and, after 924 nominations, the 15 finalists include a Pennsylvania town that is a perfect day trip from Montgomery County. Lititz, less than an hour and a half from Norristown, offers visitors costumed tour guides of the Lititz Historical Foundation, as well as "a museum that includes Native American artifacts, a replica of a Moravian home, and a heritage garden," according to Budget Travel. Within walking distance of the Lititz Historical Foundation, visitors can tour the original Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery, where the hard pretzel was invented. On Broad St., visitors can tour, taste, sample, and delight in the Wilbur Chocolate Factory, which has been in …
Thursday, March 15, 2012
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Thursday, March 15, 2012
Want to get out of town and go for a trip, but looking to save money? Try one of these three trips you can enjoy on just one tank of gas: the Merritt Gallery in Haverford, the Cabela's Outfitter in Hamburg and the Medal of Honor Grove in Phoenixville. Address: 1601 Valley Forge Road, Phoenixville, PA How Far From LRSC Patch: 8.78 miles or 17 minutes Admission: Donations accepted Hours: Open daily till dusk Summary: The Medal of Honor Grove is owned by the Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge, but is now maintained by the Friends of the MOH Grove, a newly formed non-profit organization. The Medal of Honor Grove consists of 52-acres on the Freedoms Foundation of Valley Forge and is the oldest Medal of Honor memorial in the nation. Each state …
Thursday, March 1, 2012
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Thursday, March 1, 2012
Want to get out of town and go for a trip, but looking to save money? Try one of these three trips you can enjoy on just one tank of gas: the Mort Brooks Memorial in Mt. Airy, the People's Light and Theatre Company in Malvern and the Allentown Art Museum in Allentown. Address: 39 Conestoga Road, Malvern How Far From LRSC Patch: 13.49 miles or 23 minutes Admission: Hours: Show runs through March 25, check website for show times. Approximate running time is 2 hour and 15 minutes, including one 15-minute intermission. Summary: John Steinbeck’s heart-wrenching tale of George and Lennie will be performed at The People’s Light & Theatre Company through March 25. The classic American drama is a story of deep friendships and hard choices, set …
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
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Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Want to get out of town and go for a trip, but looking to save money? Try one of these three trips you can enjoy on just one tank of gas: the Morris Arboretum in Philadelphia, Roadside America in Shartlesville and Chuck E. Cheese's in Springfield. Address: 100 East Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia How Far From LRSC Patch: 25.85 miles or 37 minutes Admission: Hours: Open daily, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Summary: The arboretum, which was once the estate of Quaker brother and sister, John and Lydia Morris, is now home to more than 2,500 types of plants and trees. The campus features a rose garden, a swan pond, and numerous sculptures and antique buildings. Throughout the year, the arboretum sponsors concerts, workshops and story times that are …
Thursday, February 16, 2012
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Thursday, February 16, 2012
Want to get out of town and go for a trip, but looking to save money? Try one of these three trips you can enjoy on just one tank of gas: the Saturday Concert Series in Berwyn, the Museum of Indian Culture in Allentown and the Philadelphia Rock Gym in Oaks. Address: E-520 122 Mill Road, Oaks, Pa., 19456 How Far From LRSC Patch: 8.08 miles or 12 minutes Admission: Depends on activity, see website for details. Hours: Summary: Founded in 1994, the first Philadelphia Rock Gym was built by two college friends who had a vision -- to bring their passion and enthusiasm for climbing back to their hometown. By taking the novel step of bringing climbing inside, they became one of the first indoor climbing centers in the country. Whether you are a …
Thursday, February 9, 2012
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Thursday, February 9, 2012
Want to get out of town and go for a trip, but looking to save money? Try one of these three trips you can enjoy on just one tank of gas: Nicholas Smith Trains in Broomall, Limerick Bowl in Royersford and the Yuengling Brewery in Pottsgrove. Address: 653 W Ridge Pike, Royersford, PA 19468 How Far From LRSC Patch? 5.39 miles or 9 minutes. Prices: Hours: Summary: With a motto of “Still Affordable – Still Fun”, Limerick Bowl is a family bowling center that has something for everyone. With special pricing packages and the popular Glow Bowling as its trademark, Limerick Bowl is the perfect place to spend the afternoon with the kids or a night of adult fun with friends. During Glow Bowl, the lights go out, the music goes up and the fog rolls in …
Thursday, February 2, 2012
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Thursday, February 2, 2012
Want to get out of town and go for a trip, but looking to save money? Try one of these three trips you can enjoy on just one tank of gas: Wayne Art Center in Wayne, West Chester Growers Market in West Chester and Jasper Park in Emmaus. Address: 413 Maplewood Ave., Wayne How Far From LRSC Patch? 16.06 miles or 32 minutes Admission: Free Hours: Summary: Wayne Art Center provides both in-studio art instruction and regular exhibits, lectures and programs. The center affords artists an interdisciplinary venue to share, learn, exhibit and perform. Upcoming exhibits include Decorative Objects from Chanticleer Gardens (February 12 through March 10) and Expressions of Radnor (February 12 through March 24). Links: Address: North Church and West …
Thursday, January 26, 2012
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Thursday, January 26, 2012
Looking to save money? Try one of these three trips you can enjoy on just one tank of gas. Address: State Rd & Hollow Rd, Phoenixville, PA 19460 How Far From LRSC Patch? 9.31 miles or 16 minutes Hours: Admission: The entrance fee is $2, but it's free to members of Great Valley Nature Center and members of Association of Science—Technology Centers and the American Horticultural Society. Summary: Great Valley Nature Center provides environmental education at its historic facilities. The center takes in injured birds of prey that can be sponsored by community members. GVNC features programs for elementary students and presents at community events. The center also sponsors trips to regional parks and more, such as Hawk Mountain, Cape May and …
Thursday, January 19, 2012
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Thursday, January 19, 2012
Want to get out of town and go for a trip, but looking to save money? Try one of these three trips you can enjoy on just one tank of gas: West Laurel Hill Cemetery in Bala Cynwyd, Pottsgrove Manor and Baum School of Art. Address: 100 W King St, Pottstown How Far From LRSC Patch? 8.82 miles or 14 minutes Hours: Donations excepted ($2 suggested). Groups of 10 or more should pre-register by calling 610-326-4014. Summary: This open-hearth cooking demonstration will feature Pottsgrove Manor’s historic cooks preparing authentic 18th century recipes for sweets and treats made with a variety of libations. The program wraps up the exhibit “Spirituous Liquors and Healthful Distillations: Alcohol in Colonial America.” Pottsgrove Manor was built in …
Thursday, January 12, 2012
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Thursday, January 12, 2012
Want to get out of town and go for a trip, but looking to save money? Try one of these three trips you can enjoy on just one tank of gas: Main Street in Manayunk, Big Pocono State Park in Tannersville and Brandywine Center for the Performing Arts in West Chester. Address: 317 Westtown Rd, West Chester How Far From LRSC Patch? 21.29 miles or 33 minutes Admission & Hours: Visit websites for information Summary: The Brandywine Center for the Performing Arts is home to The Dance Center, which is the official school of the Brandywine Ballet Co. The company includes pre-professional dancers from the ages of 11 to 18, along with a professional division called the Brandywine Ballet Theatre. The Brandywine Ballet just completed its annual …
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