Tuesday, August 21, 2012
Check out these trips that are less than a full gas tank away.
Looking to save money? Check out one of these two locations that are less than a tank of gas away: the Devon Fall Classic in Devon and Ringing Rocks Park in Upper Black Eddy. Address: Devon Horse Show Grounds. Lancaster Ave at Berkley Road, Devon, PA Admission: Free except for Saturday Night when grandstand boxes which seat 6 are also available for $150. Hours: Summary: The Devon Horse Show and Country Fair Foundation brings a fall Jumper show back into the Devon line-up. The Fall Classic will feature the $25,000 Devon Classic, the SJHF High Junior/Adult-Amateur Classic and the USHJA Zone 2 Jumper Championships. In addition to the non-stop Jumper action, there will be shopping, live music, great food, a farmer's market and fun for the …
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Find three local attractions you can visit on one tank of gas.
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Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Want to get out of town and go for a trip, but looking to save money? Try one of these four trips you can enjoy on just one tank of gas: the Newtown Square Railroad Museum, the Mercer Museum in Doylestown and Big Pocono State Park in Tannersville. Address: Drexel Lodge Park, 4200 block of West Chester Pike, Newtown Square Admission: Free Hours: June – September: Saturdays and Sundays, from 10 a.m to 5 p.m. or by appointment Summary: Built in 1895, the Newtown Square Freight Station building now houses the Newtown Square Pennsylvania Railroad Museum. The museum, open on weekends from June through September, features antique cars, model train displays, local art and more. Links: Address: 84 S Pine Street, Doylestown Hours: Mon - Sat, 10 a.m…
Tuesday, July 31, 2012
Find local attractions you can visit on one tank of gas.
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Tuesday, July 31, 2012
Looking to save money and get away? Try one of these trips you can enjoy on just one tank of gas: Rose Tree Park's summer concerts in Media, Musikfest in Allentown and Bolton Mansion in Levittown. Address: Rose Tree Park, Rose Tree and Providence roads in Media Admission: Free parking and free admission Hours: All concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays Summary: Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy the outdoor music of all types of musicians and bands. From Blackthorn, to Pennsylvania Symphonic Winds to the Philly Party Band, there's something for everyone to enjoy. The free summer concert series runs through August 19. Concerts will be canceled due to inclement weather. There are no rain dates. Links: Address: Multiple …
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
Find local attractions you can visit on one tank of gas.
Looking to save money and get away? Try one of these trips you can enjoy on just one tank of gas: Philadelphia Eagles traning camp in Bethlehem, "Our Town" in West Chester and the Bucks County River in Point Plesant. Address: Lehigh University, Goodman Campus, Bethlehem. Admission: Free parking and free admission Hours: Summary: See your favorite players up close as the Philadelphia Eagles gear up for the 2012-13 season. Training camp includes a merchandise tent, autograph tent, children’s activities, food vendors and a chance to meet cheerleaders and mascot Swoop. Tailgate or bring a cooler. The autograph tent is open after afternoon practice only. A limited amount of numbered tickets are distributed to fans as they arrive. Winning …
Tuesday, July 10, 2012
Find local attractions you can visit on one tank of gas.
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- Nate Adams
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Tuesday, July 10, 2012
Looking to save money and get away? Try one of these trips you can enjoy on just one tank of gas: the Schuylkill Center in Roxborough, Penn Cave in Centre Hall and Carinwood Estate in Bryn Aythn. Address: 8480 Hagys Mill Road Philadelphia Admission: Suggested donations vary based on different events. Hours: Summary: Located in rural Upper Roxborough within the City of Philadelphia, the Schuylkill Center is a unique urban environmental center open to the public. The nonprofit offers a variety of seasonal lectures, environmental walks, animal/bird watching events, team building activities, or volunteer opportunities on its grounds. In addition, the Schuylkill Center is ideal for hikers who want to wander nature. There's also an art gallery…
Tuesday, July 3, 2012
Find local attractions you can visit on one tank of gas.
Looking to save money and get away? Try one of these trips you can enjoy on just one tank of gas: the Springfield Mall in Springfield and the James A. Michener Art Museum in Doylestown. Address: 1250 Baltimore Pike, Springfield Admission: Free Hours: Mon-Sat. 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Sun 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Summary: Springfield Mall is a multi-level mall offering dozens of stores and shops, a food court and ample parking for customers. The mall offers over 70 stores, including larger department stores like Macy's and Target. Links: Address: 138 S. Pine Street, Doylestown, Pa Admission: Hours: About: The James A. Michener Art Museum is named after the Pulitzer-Prize winning author who lived in Doylestown. Massive stone walls and a house that …
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
Find three local attractions you can visit on one tank of gas.
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- Nate Adams
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Tuesday, June 26, 2012
Looking to save money and get away? Try one of these three trips you can enjoy on just one tank of gas: the Phoenixville Criterium in Phoenixville, the Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm in Stroudsburg and Bensalem Rotary Family Fun Day in Bensalem. Address: 220 W. Bridge Street, Phoenixville, 19460 Admission: Free Hours: Saturday, June 30. 2 p.m. through 8 p.m. Summary: The third leg of the the Chesco Grand Prix’s inaugural summer cycling series, the Phoenixville Criterium will roll through the borough on June 30. In addition to the cycling spectacle, the event will feature a VIP tent and expo area, as well as a fenced off beer garden sponsored by Downingtown's Victory Brewery. Links: Address: 347 Quiet Valley Road, Stroudsburg, Pa …
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
Find three local attractions you can visit on one tank of gas.
Looking to save money and get away? Try one of these three trips you can enjoy on just one tank of gas: Historic Sugartown in Malvern, the Pioneer Tunnel Coal Mine and Steam Train in Ashland and Orchard Artwork in Huntingdon Valley. Address: 690 Sugartown Rd, Malvern Admission: $5 Hours: Summer Sundays, 1 to 4 p.m. Summary: Historic Sugartown is a 19th-century crossroads village in Willistown Township that is recreated each Sunday during the summer. Visitors can tour the the General Store, Quaker Farmhouse, Bank Barn with antique farm equipment, Book Bindery, new Carriage Museum and more. Links: Address: 2001 Walnut Street, Ashland Admission: Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily Memorial Day through Labor Day (see the attraction's website for …
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Find three local attractions you can visit on one tank of gas.
Looking to save money and get away? Try one of these three trips you can enjoy on just one tank of gas: the Skatium in Havertown, the Newtown Theatre in Newtown and the Promised Land State Park in Greentown. Address: 1010 Darby Road, Havertown Hours: Admission: Summary: Since 1974, Skatium has been owned and operated by Haverford Township. Skatium hosts school hockey leagues, public skating, and also offers meeting room rental and birthday party packages. And it’s open all year around, so whenever you are in the mood to go ice skating, the Skatium is the place to be. If you get hungry from all of that ice skating, check out the new Nick & Lou’s Skatium Diner. Links: Address: 120 N. State Street, Newtown Admission: Adults, $9; Children 12 …
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
Find three local attractions you can visit on one tank of gas.
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Wednesday, June 6, 2012
Looking to save money and get away? Try one of these three trips you can enjoy on just one tank of gas: Jazz night at Milkboy Cafe in Ardmore, the Heller Homestead in Bethlehem and Sesame Place in Langhorn. Address: 2 E Lancaster Avenue, Ardmore How Far from Springfield Patch? 8 miles or 20 minutes Admission: Hours: Every Monday at 7 p.m. Summary: The Milkboy Cafe in Ardmore hosts a free jazz-themed open mic night every Monday night at 7 p.m. Artists are invited to come to the cafe and show off their chops for the night crowd. Those looking just to take in a night of music will find a dinner menu, coffee and dessert options. The event is free to attend every week. Links: Address: 1890 Friedensville Road, Bethlehem How Far from Springfield…
Tony Ercole
9:28 am on Thursday, July 12, 2012
I would have to question whether State College is a "day trip"! I mean, really, at least a three and a half hour ride up and another to return! This I would consider a week end trip! After all said and done, it's a great tour, even for a week end. C ya. more ›