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3 2018 Table of Contents Events...5 Schuylkill County Visitors Bureau One Progress Circle, Suite (570) / (800) Arts & Culture...22 Museums & Tours...24 Recreation...26 Agritourism...30 Dining...34 Accommodations...40 Shopping...46 Services...50 GPS Coordinates: N W Find us on: Cover photo of Casey Kroh courtesy of Scott D. Herring The Last Anthracite Photographer. Table of Contents photo courtesy of Scott D. Herring. This guide was published by the Schuylkill County Visitors Bureau. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any way except with written permission from the publisher and/or the advertisers. Send inquires to: Schuylkill County Visitors Bureau, One Progress Circle, Suite 100, or (800)

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5 Events JANUARY 250th Anniversary of Anthracite Year long celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the discovery of Anthracite. Events will cover the Anthracite regions of Northeastern PA. For details visit or on Facebook 250th Anthracite Anniversary. Pine Grove Area School District Exhibition St., Schuylkill Haven, Community Gallery. (570) Friday, January 5th Alan Slonneger Opening St., Schuylkill Haven, Main Gallery. Exhibition will run January 5 - February 28th. (570) Saturday, January 6th First Saturday Open House St., Schuylkill Haven. 1-5pm, meet the artists in their studio. Enjoy refreshments, gallery showings, kids activities and more. (570) Saturday, January 6th Bridal Fair St., Schuylkill Haven, Main gallery. 1pm. (570) Yuengling Light Lager Jogger 5k photo by Tanya Hughes

6 Events Wednesday, January 10th Open Studio Night St., Schuylkill Haven, 6-8pm. An opportunity to study/draw/paint from a human form. Bring your own materials. For details call (570) or visit Tuesday, January 11th Saturday, January 14th January Sale Days The Arts Barn, 3 Berry Road, Schuylkill Haven, 12 Noon-5pm. (570) Wednesday, January 17th Documentary Night St., Schuylkill Haven. Join us for a different documentary every third Wednesday of the month. Afterwards participate in a group discussion, 6-8pm. (570) or Mid January Early February, Greater Pottsville Area Winter Carnival Snowflake, Snowdrop and Senior Princess events. For individual event schedule see Events Calendar at Sunday, January 21st Fire and Ice Winter Fest Sweet Arrow Lake Clubhouse, 108 Clubhouse Rd., Pine Grove. Winter fun for everyone! Fire up hot dogs over an open fire. Homemade ice cream making demo. Demonstration by the Schuylkill Haven Dive Team. Compete in the Fire Hot Chili Cook-Off. Call (570) to compete. Free admission; cost for some activities. FEBRUARY Pottsville Area Scholl District Exhibition St., Schuylkill Haven, Community Gallery. (570) January 5-Febraury 28 Alan Slonneger Exhibition Walk In Art Center, 110 Columbia St., Schuylkill Haven, Main Gallery. (570) Friday, February 2nd Groundhog Day At Sweet Arrow Lake County Park, 108 Clubhouse Rd., Pine Grove. Grover the Groundhog will emerge to make his weather prediction at 9:00am. Breakfast will be available beginning at 7:30 am. Entertainment and Chinese Groundhog auction. Festivities are free and open to the public. Blizzard or shine (only breakfast will be cancelled in case of blizzard). For info call (570) or dkline@co.schuylkill.pa.us Saturday, February 3rd First Saturday Open House St., Schuylkill Haven. 1-5 pm, meet the artists in their studio. Enjoy refreshments, gallery showings, kids activities and more. (570)

7 Events Monday, February 7th Sunday, February 13th Valentines Gallery Shopping The Arts Barn, 3 Berry Road, Schuylkill Haven, 12 Noon-5pm. (570) Thursday, February 8th Ladies Nite Out Vendor Show St., Schuylkill Haven, Main Gallery. 5 8:30pm. (570) Wednesday, February 14th Open Studio Night St., Schuylkill Haven, 6-8pm. An opportunity to study/draw/paint from a human form. Bring your own materials. For details call (570) or visit also find us on Facebook. Wednesday, February 21st Documentary Night St., Schuylkill Haven. Join us for a different documentary every third Wednesday of the month. Afterwards participate in a group discussion. 6-8pm. (570) or Saturday, February 24th Our Haven Foundation Craft Brew Fest St., Schuylkilll Haven, 2-5pm, Main Gallery 3rd Floor. (570) or Sunday, February 25th Gabriel Chamber Ensemble Concert Jerusalem Lutheran Church, 252 Dock St., Schuylkill Haven, 3pm. Program of music for strings, piano and clarinet. Guest artists; Elizabeth Wright, violin-xun Pan, piano-john Laughton, clarinet. Music by Schikele, Shostakivich, Schoenfield, Beethoven, Brahms and Prokofiev. Admission $20 adults and $15 seniors. Free admission to all students Free parking. (570) also find us on Facebook. MARCH North Schuylkill School District Exhibition St., Schuylkill Haven, Community Gallery. (570) Thursday, March 1st Ibiyinka Alao Opening Reception St., Schuylkill Haven, Main Gallery, 6-9pm. Exhibition will run March 1st- April 29th. (570) March 1st - March 31st Walk In Art Center s Artists Rotunda Exhibition St., Schuylkilll Haven. (570) or

8 Events Weekends in March Susquehanna Heartland Wine Trail Say farewell to winter and welcome spring during the month of March 2018 while taking in the sights of Susquehanna Heartland Wine Trail. Sample some of the award winning wines at each of the 15 member wineries. Stop at each winery to taste their latest offerings of the best that local PA wineries have to offer. Visit for details. Saturday, March 3rd First Saturday Open House St., Schuylkill Haven. 1-5pm, meet the artists in their studio. Refreshments, gallery showings and kids activities. (570) Sunday, March 11th Schuylkill Choral Society Concert Remembering World War I, venue to be determined, 3pm. (570) find us on Facebook. Wednesday, March 14th Open Studio Night St., Schuylkill Haven, 6-8pm. An opportunity to study and draw/paint from a human form. Bring your own materials. (570) or visit Wednesday, March 21st Documentary Night St., Schuylkill Haven. Join us for a different documentary every third Wednesday of the month. Afterwards participate in a group discussion, 6-8pm. (570) or Saturday, March 24th Annual Saint Patrick s Day Parade Sponsored by the Jack Kehoe Division 1 of the Ancient Order of Hibernians. Parade starts at noon, in downtown Girardville. (570) Saturday, March 24th Annual Spring Fling Lessie s Garden Greenhouse and Gift Shop, 2 Park St., Pottsville, 9am-1pm. (570) also find us at Schuylkill County Avenue Online on Facebook. Saturday, March 24th & Sunday, March 25th Easter Craft Fair Leesport Farmers Market, 312 Germants Church Road, Leesport. 9am-3pm. free admission and parking. Come browse the wares of over 300 local and regional craftsmen displaying a variety of arts and crafts. (610) or find us on Facebook. APRIL Tamaqua Area School District Exhibition St., Schuylkill Haven, Community Gallery. (570) Ibiyinka Alao Exhibition Exhibition runs through April 29th. St., Schuylkill Haven, Main Gallery. (570)

9 Events Sunday, April 1st Gallery Reopens The Arts Barn, 3 Berry Road, Schuylkill Haven. For details call (570) or visit Saturday, April 7th First Saturday Open House St., Schuylkill Haven. 1-5pm, meet the artists in their studio. Enjoy refreshments, gallery showings, kids activities and more. (570) Saturday, April 7th Art of the Brew Beer Fest Hamburg Field House, Hamburg. 2-5pm. Enjoy live music and craft beer tastings from over 40 breweries. Ticket price includes a sampling glass and a meal. $38 in advance, $45 at the door, $10 designated driver. (610) for details. Wednesday, April 11th Open Studio Night St., Schuylkill Haven, 6-8pm. An opportunity to study/draw/paint from a human form. Bring your own materials. For details call (570) or visit Find us on Facebook. Wednesday, April 18th Documentary Night St., Schuylkill Haven. Join us for a different documentary every third Wednesday of the month. Afterwards participate in a group discussion, 6-8pm. (570) or Saturday, April 21st Yuengling Light Lager Jogger 5K Walk/Run The 6th annual Yuengling Light Lager Jogger 5k starts and finishes at Yuengling Brewery, America s oldest brewery in Pottsville, All participants will receive a Yuengling Light Lager Jogger branded pint glass, official race t-shirt, two free Yuengling Light Lagers (21+), free brewery tours and admission to the post-race party. Sunday, April 21st Spring Out Bubeck Park, Schuylkill Haven. 8am 3pm. Event will feature a number of participants including Healthy Haven, Haven Recreation, Schuylkill River Heritage Area, Schuylkill Conservation District and more. There will demonstrations on fishing, kayaking, hiking and more. (570) ext. 10. Sunday April 22nd Family Fun Fishing Event Sweet Arrow Lake, Pine Grove. Check-in begins at 6am at clubhouse area or at the PA Fish and Boat Access Area pavilion. If you pre-registered, no need to check-in till redeeming food voucher. Registration may close early at Boat Access but will remain open at clubhouse till 1:15pm. Breakfast (6am) and Lunch available at clubhouse benefit Schuylkill County Sportsmen s Association. Disk Golf, Trails, Canoe and Kayak Rentals, Playground available. For more information contact Craig Morgan (570)

10 Events Sunday, April 22nd Gabriel Chamber Ensemble Concert Jerusalem Lutheran Church, 252 Dock St., Schuylkill Haven, 3pm. Gabriel Chamber Ensemble in its Chamber Orchestra formation (strings, oboes and French horns) Simon and Agnès Maurer, soloists. Music by Haydn and Mozart a concert partially sponsored by Schuylkill Area Community Foundation. General admission $20 for adults and $15 seniors. Free admission to all students. (570) or find us on Facebook. Friday - Sunday, April 27th, 28th & 29th Block of Art The wonderful downtown Pottsville Arts Festival celebrates painters, musician, poets and other artists for three days of family friendly events and exhibitions. (570) also follow us on Facebook. Sunday, April 29th Annual Avenues Foundation Duck Race Festivities begin at noon at Wal-Mart Super Center, 500 Terry Rich Blvd., St. Clair. Duck race at 3:32pm. Adopt a duck for $5; every adopted duck gives you the chance to win one of 25 prizes. (570) ext find us on Facebook. Sunday, April 29th Gabriel Youth Orchestra Spring Concert D.H.H. Lengel Auditorium, Pottsville Middle School, 1541 W. Laurel Blvd., Pottsville. 3pm, a program of Broadway music, movie themes and classic compositions. General admission $5. (570) MAY Elaine Soltis Exhibition Exhibition runs May 5th June 30th. St., Schuylkill Haven, Main Gallery. (570) Tri Valley Area School District Exhibition St., Schuylkill Haven, Community Gallery. (570) Saturday, May 5th SCVB Tourism Expo Join the Schuylkill County Visitors Bureau and it s members for National Tourism week at Heisler s Dairy Bar. Discover fun to be had throughout Schuylkill County in Call or visit for details. Saturday, May 5th Ekaine Soltis Opening Reception St., Schuylkill Haven, Main Gallery, 1-5pm. (570) Saturday, May 5th First Saturday Open House St., Schuylkill Haven. 1-5pm, meet the artists in their studio. Enjoy refreshments, gallery showings, kids activities and more. (570)

11 Events Sunday, May 6th Hometown Craft Show Hometown Farmers Market, 125 Mahanoy Avenue, Rt. 54, Tamaqua, 9am 4pm. Craft show all vendors welcome. Free admission and free parking. For details call (570) or Wednesday, May 9th Open Studio Night St., Schuylkill Haven, 6-8pm. An opportunity to study/draw/paint from a human form. Bring your own materials. For details call (570) or visit Thursday, May 10th Ascension Day Service Old White Church, 189 Cemetery Hill Rd., Ringtown. Sponsored jointly by St. John s Lutheran Church and St. Paul s United Church of Christ. Special speaker, covered dish luncheon at St. John s Lutheran Church. (570) or (570) Saturday, May 12th Art in the Park Walk In Art Center, Schuylkill Recreation and Healthy Haven hosting at Bubeck Park, Schuylkill Haven, 10am-4pm. Art music and food in a recreation setting. For details call (570) or visit Saturday, May 12th - Sunday May 13th Mother s Day Plant Sale Hope Hill Lavender Farm, 2375 Panther Valley Rd., Pottsville. 10am 3pm. We will be selling multiple varieties of Lavender plants as well as all our products in our farm store. (570) Saturday, May 12th Spring Craft Fair Leesport Farmers Market, 312 Germants Church Road, Leesport. 9am-3pm. Come browse the wares of over 300 local and regional craftsmen displaying a variety of arts and handicrafts. Free admission and parking. (610) Wednesday, May 16th Documentary Night St., Schuylkill Haven. Join us for a different documentary every third Wednesday of the month. Afterwards participate in a group discussion, 6-8pm. (570) or Saturday, May 19th Annual Kielbasi Festival and Kielbasi Making Contest Downtown Shenandoah, 11am 5pm. Live Polka band, food and Eastern European crafts. (570) Sunday, May 20th Schuylkill Choral Society Concert 45 RPM s, Top hits from the early years of Rock and Roll and Motown, Venue to be determined, 3pm. (570) also find us on Facebook. JUNE Tamaqua Summer Concert Series Sponsored by the Tamaqua Chamber of Commerce. Annual free concert series at the historic Tamaqua Train Station. For schedule call (570) or Facebook

12 Events Summer Camps-TBA The Arts Barn, 3 Berry Road, Schuylkill Haven. For details call (570) or visit us at or find us on Facebook. Elaine Soltis Exhibition Exhibition runs through June 30th. St., Schuylkill Haven, Main Gallery. (570) Saturday, June 2nd First Saturday Open House St., Schuylkill Haven. 1-5pm, meet the artists in their studio. Enjoy refreshments, gallery showings, kids activities and more. (570) Saturday, June 2nd Folk Art & Culinary Festival St., Schuylkill Haven. Main Gallery 3rd Floor, 1-5pm. (570) also find us on Facebook. Saturday - Friday June 2nd 8th Annual Schuylkill River Sojourn Annual 7 day guided canoe & kayak trip down the Schuylkill River from Schuylkill Haven, Schuylkill County to Philadelphia with award winning programs along the way. Camping over night along the river. (484) Tuesday- Saturday June 12th -16th Pine Grove Hose Hook & Ladder Fireman s Carnival Enjoy rides, games of chance, food, musical entertainment every night, 5pm to close. Fireworks show on Friday, rain date Sat. Wednesday, June 13th Open Studio Night St., Schuylkill Haven, 6-8pm. An opportunity to study and draw/paint from a human form. Bring your own materials. For details call (570) or visit Friday, June 15th Kielbasi & Perogie Open Golf Tournament Sponsored by Downtown Shenandoah Inc. at Mountain Valley Golf Course, 1021 Brockton Mt. Dr., Barnesville. Includes lunch, dinner and refreshments all day. (570) Sunday, June 17th Tamaqua Summerfest Sponsored by the Tamaqua Historical Society, West Broad St. Enjoy historical displays and tours, great food, a variety of musical entertainment and crafts. (610) Wednesday, June 20th Documentary Night St., Schuylkill Haven. Join us for a different documentary every third Wednesday of the month. Afterwards participate in a group discussion, 6-8pm. (570) or Sunday, June 24th Island Park Car Show Island Park, Schuylkill Haven. 12 3pm. Enjoy a variety of collectible vehicles. For details call (570) or visit also on Facebook. 12

13 Events Saturday, June 30th & Sunday, July 1st St. Nick s Annual Parish Picnic St. Nick's Picnic Grove, 855 Sunbury Rd., (Rt. 901) Pottsville. Ethnic foods, bleenies, pyrohy, halupki, kielbasa and much more! Refreshments, live entertainment, games and theme baskets. Sat. 4-11pm; Sun. 11am 10pm. Free admission and free parking. (570) JULY Summer Camps-TBA The Arts Barn, 3 Berry Road, Schuylkill Haven. For details call (570) or visit us at or find us on Facebook. Bob Kline Exhibition Exhibition runs July 12th August 31st. Walk In Art Center, 110 W. Columbia St., Schuylkill Haven, Main Gallery. (570) Saturday, June 30th & Sunday, July 1st St. Nick s Annual Parish Picnic St. Nick's Picnic Grove, 855 Sunbury Rd., (Rt. 901) Pottsville. Ethnic foods, bleenies, pyrohy, halupki, kielbasa and much more! Refreshments, live entertainment, games and theme baskets. Sat pm; Sun. 11am 10pm. Free admission and free parking. (570) Tuesday, July 4th Annual 4th of July Concert in the Park Sweet Arrow Lake County Park, 108 Clubhouse Rd., Pine Grove. Enjoy the Patriotic Sounds of the Pine Grove Community Band. Bring your lawn chair, concert begins at 6 pm and is free to the public. Come early and spend sometime relaxing in the Park. (570) Saturday July 7th Mid-Summer Craft Fair Leesport Farmers Market, Route 61, 312 Germants Rd., Leesport. 9am - 3pm. Come and browse the wares of over 300 local and regional craftsmen displaying a variety of arts and handicrafts. Free admission and parking. (610) Saturday, July 7th Safety Night Out and Fireworks Island Park, Schuylkill Haven, 5 9pm. For details call (570) or visit also on Facebook. Thursday, July 12th Mark Sassani Exhibition Opening St., Schuylkill Haven. (570) also Sunday, July 15th Johannes Schwalm Historical Association Annual Meeting Valley View Park, Gap Street, Valley View. Sun. 10-4pm. American History displays, Vietnam War 1968 photos, artifacts and oral history, family reunions, ancestry research assistance, children s games. Book Sales and light refreshments will be available. Event is free to the public and members of JSHA. (571) Friday, July 27th Annual Avenues Foundation Golf Classic Mountain Valley Golf Course, 1021 Brockton Mountain Rd., Barnesville. (570) ext or find us on Facebook

14 Events Sunday, July 29th 84th Annual Ukrainian Day A festival of food music, entertainment and fun will be held at St, Nicholas Picnic Grove, Route 901, Primrose (one mile outside of Minersville). 11am 8pm. Homemade Ukrainian and Slavic foods will be sold throughout the day. Ukrainian and Eastern European items will be for sale from vendors and crafters. Admission and parking are free. Find us on Facebook or visit Monday-Saturday, July 30st - August 4th Schuylkill County Fair Schuylkill County Fairgrounds, 2270 Fair Road, Summit Station. Enjoy a day filled with food, fun, entertainment and activities. One admission price and free parking. (570) 754-FAIR AUGUST Annual Raptor Migration Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, 1700 Hawk Mountain Rd., Kempton.Eagles, Hawks, Osprey, Vultures, Kestrels and more. Peak Migration Season from August to December and best viewed at Hawk Mountain.(610) also find us on Facebook. Bob Kline Exhibition Exhibition runs until August 31st, Main Gallery. Walk In Art Center, 110 W. Columbia St., Schuylkill Haven. (570) Monday-Saturday, July 30st - August 4th Schuylkill County Fair Schuylkill County Fairgrounds, 2270 Fair Road, Summit Station. Enjoy a day filled with food, fun, entertainment and activities. One admission price and free parking. (570) 754-FAIR Friday, August 3rd CrabFest Island Park, Schuylkill Haven, 5-10pm. Sponsored by the Greater Schuylkill Haven Business Association. Saturday August 4th First Saturday Open House St., Schuylkill Haven. 1-5 pm, meet the artists in their studio. Enjoy refreshments, gallery showings, kids activities and more. (570) Saturday, August 4th Pawcasso Art with Dogs, 10am-Noon. Walk In Art Center, 110 W. Columbia St., Schuylkill Haven. (570) Wednesday, August 8th Open Studio Night St., Schuylkill Haven, 6-8 pm. An opportunity to study/draw/paint from a human form. Bring your own materials. For details call (570) or visit also find us on Facebook. Saturday & Sunday, August 11th - 12th Lithuanian Days Celebration St. Joseph the Worker Parish Hall, (formerly Annunciation BVM Hall) 9 South Broad Mountain Avenue, Frackville. It is the longest consecutive Ethnic Festival in the USA. Free admission Free entertainment. 14

15 Events Wednesday, August 15th Documentary Night St., Schuylkill Haven. Join us for a different documentary every third Wednesday of the month. Afterwards participate in a group discussion, 6-8pm. (570) or Saturday, August 18th Cruisin Pottsville 2018 Cruise in pre-show at Jerry s Classic Cars & Collectibles Museum, 394 S. Centre St., 11am-4pm. Cruise City 4-5pm. Cruise In & Car Show 5-8pm, Downtown Pottsville. Sponsored by Pottsville Lions Club. For info call (570) or (570) Saturday, August 18th Full Moon Clambake and Night Float Sweet Arrow Lake County Park Pavilion and Clubhouse, 108 Clubhouse Rd., Pine Grove. Enjoy a clambake and afterward, take a guide moonlight walk in the Park, and the canoe/kayak under the moon. Bring your own if you have it. Don t forget PFD s and lights. 6-7pm Clambake, 7:15pm-Blue moonwalk, 9pm kayaking and canoeing. Limited number of canoes and kayaks available to rent at $5, on a first come basis. (570) Saturday, August 18th Island Park Festival Schuylkill Haven Island, 2 10pm. Celebration of music and the arts, featuring family entertainment. (570) Saturday, August 25th Shenandoah Heritage Day Washington and Main Streets, Shenandoah 10am-4pm. Ethnic food, entertainment and Parade of Nations 10 am, pageantry at Girard Park. (570) Saturday, August 25th 5/10K Fun Run Event Pine Grove Hose Hook and Ladder Co., One Orchard St., Pine Grove. Registration starts at 8 am, race is at 9am, registration forms on Firehouse website or on Facebook. SEPTEMBER Artist s Exhibition St., Schuylkill Haven, Main Gallery through October 27th. (570) Williams Valley School District Exhibition St., Schuylkill Haven, Community Gallery. (570) Saturday, September 1st First Saturday Open House St., Schuylkill Haven. 1-5pm, meet the artists in their studio. Enjoy refreshments, gallery showings, kids activities and more. (570)

16 Events Fall Festival Pioneer Evergreen Farms, Orwigsburg, PA. Mid Sept. thru the end of Oct. Great family fun in a country setting. Visit or call (570) Saturday, September 1st Taste of Hamburg-er Festival Downtown Hamburg, 3rd, 4th, Pine & State Sts. 10am-6pm. A family street festival featuring five stages of non-stop entertainment, over 50 artists and crafters, children s activities, two beer and wine gardens, burger eating competitions and plenty of burger vendors competing for the best burger award. Rain or shine. Free admission. Call (610) or visit Sunday, September 2nd Annual Schuylkill County Wine Festival Hegins Park, 905 E. Main St., Hegins. 1-6pm, 12 wineries, wine basket giveaway, lots of great food, table decorating contest, entertainment all day. Great place to spend the day with your family, bring the dog. (570) or (570) or visit also find us on Facebook. Saturday, September 8th Orwigsburg Heritage Celebration Sponsored by the Orwigsburg Business & Professional Association, 9am-3pm. Saturday & Sunday September 8th & 9th Lehigh Valley Wine Trail Harvest Weekend The nine members of the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail will welcome wine lovers for tastings, vineyard & winery tours, food, wine pairings and live entertainment. Sat. 10am- 5pm; Sun. Noon-5pm. Sunday, September 9th Hometown Craft Show Hometown Farmers Market, 125 Mahanoy Avenue, Rt. 54,Tamaqua, 9am 4pm. Craft show all vendors welcome. Free admission and free parking. For details call (570) Sunday, September 9th Minersville Spirit Day North Street, Minersville, 10am-5pm. Food, entertainment, crafts. Saturday, September 15th Kick Up Your Heels Walk In Art Center 110 W. Columbia St., Schuylkill Haven. A night of art appreciation and celebration, silent and live auctions, dancing, music, refreshments and fun. Call (570) for details or visit Saturday, September 15th Fall Wine Festival Fieldwood Winery, 1083 Schuylkill Mountain Rd., Schuylkill Haven. 12-5pm, Free! Enjoy live music, free wine tasting and our nature trails. Bring a chair, soft drinks and snacks. (570) Saturday, September 15th Hegins Valley Arts and Crafts Faire Hegins Park, Hegins, 9am-3pm. Food, drink, arts and crafts. (570)

17 Events Sunday, September 16th Schuylkill Valley Corvette Club, Corvette Show Stoyer s Dam-Bubeck Park, Schuylkill Haven. 9am-3 pm. Rain date Sept. 25th. Saturday, September 22nd (tentative) 30th Annual Schuylkill Haven Borough Day Downtown, Schuylkill Haven, 9am- 4pm. A great day for the whole family, that s affordable! Crafters, vendors, great food, free entertainment, train rides, free children s activities, street performers and much more. (570) or visit Sunday, September 30th Fall Arts Festival The Arts Barn, 3 Berry Road, Schuylkill Haven. This annual event is sure to be a fantastic family friendly event! Live music, Petting Zoo, Kids Activities, Artist Demonstrations, Pictures with our very own painting horse, Foxy Lady, and much, much more!! Come join us at this fun-filled annual event! (570) or visit us at OCTOBER Fall Festival Pioneer Evergreen Farms, Orwigsburg, PA. Mid Sept. thru the end of Oct. Great family fun in a country setting. Visit or call (570) POEms Schuylkill Council for the Arts, 1440 Mahantongo St., Pottsville. Enjoy spine tingling readings of Edgar Allen Poe s great tales of mystery in our special tribute to the master of the macabre. 7pm with refreshment. For date and details call (570) or visit Artist s Exhibition St., Schuylkill Haven, Main Gallery through October 27th. (570) Marian High School Exhibition St., Schuylkill Haven, Community Gallery. (570) Saturday, October 6th Fall Festival Lessie s Garden Greenhouse & Gift Shop, 2 Park St., Pottsville, 9am-2pm. Pumpkins, mums, entertainment, hayrides, crafters, contests, food, fall and Halloween decorations. (570) also find us at Schuylkill County Avenues Online on Facebook. Saturday, October 6th Frackville Pumpkin Festival Frack Street and Lehigh Avenue, Frackville. 1-5pm, Pumpkin themed activities, music, food, contests with prizes. (570) also find us on Facebook. Rain date Oct. 7th. Saturday, October 6th First Saturday Open House St., Schuylkill Haven. 1-5pm, meet the artists in their studio. Enjoy refreshments, gallery showings, kids activities and more. (570)

18 Events Sunday, October 7th Tamaqua Heritage Festival Sponsored by the Tamaqua Historical Society, 10am-5pm, downtown Tamaqua. Historical displays, demonstrations, music, crafts, ethnic foods and entertainment. (610) Sunday, October 7th Walk In Penn s Woods Tuscarora State Park, 687 Tuscarora Park Road, Barnesville PA. 1 4pm. Join us for a state wide day of woods walks. An easy and casual walk through the forest around Tuscarora Lake will enlighten the participants on the charms of the forest landscape. Folks of all ages are invited to get a first hand look at a working forest. Wednesday, October 10th Safe Trick or Treat St., Schuylkill Haven. 6-8pm, 3rd Floor Main Gallery. Vendors, free candy, delicious food and bake sale, kids art activities, music and a bunch of Halloween Fun! (570) Wednesday, October 10th Open Studio Night St., Schuylkill Haven, 6-8pm. An opportunity to study/draw/paint from a human form. Bring your own materials. For details call (570) or visit Find us on Facebook. Veterans Memorial Park, 103 Spruce St., Pine Grove, 10am - 4 pm. Halloween Parade sponsored by the Lions Club at 7pm. (570) Saturday, October 13th & Sunday, October 14th Harvest Craft Fair Leesport Farmers Market, 312 Germants Rd., Leesport. 9am-3pm. Come and browse the wares of over 300 local and regional craftsmen displaying a variety of arts and handicrafts. Free admission and parking. (610) Wednesday, October 17th Documentary Night St., Schuylkill Haven. Join us for a different documentary every third Wednesday of the month. Afterwards participate in a group discussion, 6-8pm. (570) or Tuesday, October 23rd Halloween Parade, Schuylkill Haven. For details visit or call x 11. Saturday, October 27th Halloween Hustle The Halloween Hustle features a 5KWalk/Run and a costume contest. Start/Finish line at Faith Reformed UCC Pavilion, Landingville. Participants can enjoy scenic view of Schuylkill River while running the Bartram section of the Schuylkill River Trail. Saturday, October 13th Pine Grove Autumn Stroll The Autumn Stroll Craft Show is held along the historic Union Canal featuring quality handmade crafts. Union Canal 18

19 Events NOVEMBER Keystone Fine Art Juried Exhibition. Walk In Art Center, 110 W. Columbia St., Schuylkill Haven. Main Gallery, November 3-17th. (570) Gillingham Charter School Exhibition St., Schuylkill Haven, Community Gallery. (570) A Heartland Christmas Enjoy touring wineries of the Susquehanna Heartland Wine Trail. A grapevine wreath starts your journey, and then receives a different crafted ornament from each winery to decorate your grapevine wreath. For information on tickets and list of participating wineries visit Saturday, November 3rd First Saturday Open House St., Schuylkill Haven. 1-5pm, meet the artists in their studio. Enjoy refreshments, gallery showings, kids activities and more. (570) Saturday, November 3rd Keystone Fine Art Juried Exhibition Opening Reception St., Schuylkill Haven. 1-5pm. (570) also find us on Facebook. Saturday, November 10th Holiday Marketplae Schuylkill County Historical Society, 305 N. Centre Street, Pottsville, 10am- 4pm. Local artists and vendors. Free & open to the public. (570) Wednesday, October 14th Open Studio Night St., Schuylkill Haven, 6-8pm. An opportunity to study/draw/paint from a human form. Bring your own materials. (570) or visit Wednesday, November 21st Documentary Night St., Schuylkill Haven. Join us for a different documentary every third Wednesday of the month. Afterwards participate in a group discussion, 6-8pm. (570) or Friday, November 23rd Coal Cracker Christmas Downtown Shenandoah, 5:30pm. Horse drawn carriage vignettes from A Christmas Carol. Christmas Brass Band, Hot Chocolate and cookies in the Damto Park. (570) Saturday & Sunday November 24 & 25 Sunday, November 26th The Nutcracker The Schuylkill Ballet Theatre will present its annual production of The Nutcracker to kick off your holiday season. For times and location visit Friday, November 23rd & Saturday November 24th Lighting of the Vineyard Benigna's Creek Vineyard and Winery, 1585 Ridge Rd., Klingerstown. For details visit or call (570)

20 Events Friday, November 23rd - Sunday, November 25th Spirit of the Holidays A Schuylkill County Area Arts & Cultural Tour. Experience the Holidays with Pennsylvania artisans, cozy shopping in the country and musical venues. For participants, locations and details visit Saturday, November 24th & Sunday, November 25th Christmas Craft Fair Leesport Farmers Market, 312 Germants Rd., Leesport. 9am-3pm. Come and browse the wares of over 300 local and regional crafts men displaying a variety of arts and handicrafts. Free admission and parking. (610) Saturday, November 24th Small Business Saturday Shopping (In cooperation with Wayne Township Businesses) Hope Hill Lavender Farms, 2375 Panther Valley Road, Pottsville. 10am 3pm. Enjoy complimentary lavender refreshments while you shop in the farm store at Hope Hill. Custom gift baskets available. (570) info@hopehilllavenderfarm.com also find us on Facebook. Friday, November 30th Sunday, December 2nd Spirit of the Holidays A Schuylkill County Area Arts & Cultural Tour. Experience the Holidays with Pennsylvania artisans, cozy shopping in the country and musical venues. For participants, locations and details visit Friday, November 30th Spirit of the Holidays Holiday Market, Walk In Art Center, 110 W. Columbia St., Schuylkill Haven, 4 8pm. (570) or Sunday, November 25th Rotary Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony School Square, 6pm, Tower City. Find us on Facebook. DECEMBER Nativity BVM High School Exhibition St., Schuylkill Haven, Community Gallery. (570) A Heartland Christmas Enjoy touring wineries of the Susquehanna Heartland Wine Trail. A grapevine wreath starts your journey, and then receives a different crafted ornament from each winery to decorate your grapevine wreath. For ticket info and list of participating wineries visit WAIC Artist 5th Annual Exhibition St., Schuylkill Haven. Main Gallery, 3rd Floor, through December 31. (570) Friday, November 30th Sunday, December 2nd Spirit of the Holidays A Schuylkill County Area Arts & Cultural Tour. Experience the Holidays with Pennsylvania artisans, cozy shopping in the country and musical venues. For participants, locations and details visit

21 Events Friday, November 30th - Sunday, December 2nd Tamaqua Spirit of Christmas Festival A weekend of celebrations in Tamaqua. For details on events visit Saturday, December 1st First Saturday Open House St., Schuylkill Haven. 1-5pm, meet the artists in their studio. Enjoy refreshments, gallery showings, kids activities and more. (570) Saturday, December 1st Spirit of the Holidays Holiday Market. Walk In Art Center, 110 W. Columbia St., Schuylkill Haven. 10am-5pm. (570) Saturday, December 1st & Sunday December 2nd Schuylkill Choral Society presents a Christmas Concert. For time and location visit or fine us on Facebook. Saturday, December 1st & Sunday, December 2nd Christkindlmarkt at Schuylkill County Council for the Arts, 1440 Mahantongo St., Pottsville. Sat. 10:30 am 7pm and Sun. 11am-6pm. Call (570) or visit Saturday, December 1st Orwigsburg Holly Trail Sponsored by the Orwigsburg Area Free Public Library. Tour local homes decorated for the holiday season from noon-4pm. Admission includes Tea & refreshments at Kimmels Church. (570) Saturday, December 1st Orwigsburg Festival of Lights Sponsored by the Orwigsburg Business and Professional Association, festivities begin at 4:30pm on the Square with food; carol singing, lighting of the Town Christmas Tree and arrival of Santa. Saturday, December 8th Annual Holiday Open House Hope Hill Lavender Farm, 2375 Panther Valley Rd., Pottsville, 10am-4pm. Beer and wine sampling, entertainment by a Violinist, complimentary lavender refreshments, while you shop in the farm store. (570) Wednesday, December 12th Open Studio Night St., Schuylkill Haven, 6-8pm. An opportunity to study/draw/paint from a human form. Bring your own materials. (570) or visit Wednesday, December 19th Documentary Night St., Schuylkill Haven. Join us for a different documentary every third Wednesday of the month. Afterwards participate in a group discussion, 6-8pm. (570) or * Please verify info for events as dates & times may change

22 Arts & Culture The Arts Barn Gallery & Education Center 3 Berry Road Schuylkill Haven, PA (570) A gallery of local artists featuring fine arts and crafts. (See our ad on page 45) Gabriel Chamber Ensemble PO Box 36, Orwigsburg, PA (570) gce@gabrielensemble.org Traditional and contemporary chamber music. Call for season schedule. Lakeside Ballroom 40 Crystal Ln., Barnesville, PA (570) Hall rentals for all occasions. Catering on and off premises. Majestic Theater 209 North Centre Street (570) Performing arts center located in downtown Pottsville. Call for schedule of events. Mud and Maker 6 S. Centre St., (484) Retail and gallery space featuring local artists and full service ceramics studio. (See our ad on page 39) Gabriel Chamber Ensemble Schuylkill Ballet Theatre 52 Avenue E. Schuylkill Haven, PA (570) Performs The Nutcracker Ballet Thanksgiving weekend along with a spring performance. 22

23 Arts & Culture Schuylkill Choral Society 214 Mahantongo Street, (570) Celebrating 45 years of Choral Excellence. Schuylkill County Council for the Arts 1440 Mahantongo Street (570) Located in the Frank D. Yuengling Mansion. Concerts, Theatre, Exhibits, and Cultural event information. Tamaqua Community Art Center 125 Pine Street, Tamaqua, PA (570) A non-profit visual and performing art center with full gallery, pottery studio, concert hall and theatre. Walk In Art Center 110 Columbia Street Schuylkill Haven, PA (570) Galleries, classes, workshops. Unique venue for special events. Call for details. (See our ad on this page.) Explore the Possibilities walkinartcenter.org facebook.com/walkinartcenter First Saturday Open House Art Classes Exhibitions Special Events

24 Museums & Tours America s Oldest Brewery Yuengling Brewery Museum and Gift Shop 5th and Mahantongo Sts. (570) Tour the site of America s Oldest Brewery. (See our ad on page 4) Ashland Mothers' Memorial, Hoffman Blvd. and Centre Sts., Ashland, PA (570) America's only sculpture dedicated to Mothers. Greater Shenandoah Area Historical Society 201 South Main Street Shenandoah, PA Devoted to the rich history of Shenandoah and surrounding area. Find us on facebook. Historic Old White Church Old White Church, 189 Cemetery Hill Rd., Ringtown, PA Built in 1842 and is listed on the National Register of historic places. Open for tours upon request. (570) Jerry s Classic Cars and Collectibles Museum 394 S. Centre St., (570) Open May through October and for special summer events. (See our ad on page 4) Schuylkill County Historical Society Johannes Schwalm Historical Association Inc. PO Box 127 Scotland, PA JSHA is a non-profit dedicated to history research and publication of Hessian soldiers and their descendants contributions to American Society. For more information

25 Museums & Tours Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway One Susquehanna St., Jim Thorpe, PA (570) mile narrated round trip, following the winding Lehigh River. Look for our special excursions. Mahanoy Area Historical Society 1-7 W. Center Street, James Rhoades Center PO Box 127, Mahanoy City, PA (570) No. 9 Mine & Museum 9 Dock St., Lansford, PA (570) Museum & gift shop open year round. Orwigsburg Historical Society & Museum 109 East Mifflin Street Orwigsburg, PA (570) Find us on Facebook Featuring an expansive collection of memorabilia, published works, a genealogical library and artifacts representing Orwigsburg and South Schuylkill County. Schuylkill County Historical Society 305 North Centre Street (570) Historical and genealogical resources. Museum and research facility. (See our ad on page 32) Tamaqua Historical Society 118 West Broad St. Tamaqua, PA (610) Find us on facebook. (See our ad on this page.) Tamaqua Railroad Station 18 North Railroad Street Tamaqua, PA (570) Restored 19th Century train station. Gift Shop and Visitors Center (See our ad on page 28) Pioneer Tunnel Coal Mine 19th and Oak Streets Ashland, PA (570) Tour of an underground anthracite coalmine, Steam Lokie rides, Gift Shop, & Snack Bar. (See our ad on the inside front cover) Schuylkill County Courthouse 401 North Second Street (570) Tours of Courthouse are available for groups or individuals by appointment only

26 Recreation Anthracite Outdoor Adventure Area 4100 State Route 125 Coal Township, PA (570) AOAA has a little bit of everything for adventurers including woods, rock crawling, mud-bogging, technical single track and everything in between. Crystal Cave 963 Crystal Cave Rd. Kutztown, PA (610) This great underground wonder, located near Kutztown, has been visited by millions of people since its discovery in Hawk Mountain Sanctuary 1700 Hawk Mountain Road Kempton, PA (610) Visitor s Center open 9 am - 5 pm daily. Fall Hawk Watch, scenic vistas and hiking trails. Heisler s Dairy Bar 743 Catawissa Road Tamaqua, PA (570) Miniature golf and driving range, gift shop, and country fresh ice cream. Hidden Valley Golf Course 1753 Panther Valley Road Pine Grove, PA , (570) hole public golf course, driving range, pro shop, snack bar and bar. Heisler s Dairy Bar Locust Lake State Park Camping, boating, fishing, swimming and hiking. Located in Locust Valley it is accessible from I-81, (Exit 131B) and Routes 54, 61, & 209. (570) /findapark/locustlake/ 26

27 Recreation Mountain Valley Golf Course 1021 Brockton Mountain Dr., Barnesville, PA (570) Pro Shop, Driving range, chipping and practice areas. Restaurant and bar. (See our ad on page 44) Pine Lanes Bowling Center 87 Tremont Rd., Pine Grove, PA (570) Enjoy a day with the family or a night out with friends, entertainment for all! Rausch Creek Trailriders Bear Valley Rd., Valley View, PA (570) Year round off road fun for the whole family. Membership required. (See our ad on this page.) Reading Fightin Phils First Energy Stadium, 1900 Centre Ave., Reading PA (610) Schuylkill Country Club 877 West Market Street Orwigsburg, PA (570) Private member owned club, which provides exceptional recreation and social facilities, activities and services. Strike Zone Alleys 2501 West End Avenue Pottsville PA (570) Family Bowling Center features 20 Lanes

28 Recreation Swatara State Park Located in Pine Grove Township and Lebanon Country near Exit 100 off of Interstate 81. (717) findapark/swatara/ Canoeing, fishing, hiking, picnicking, bicycling. Sweet Arrow Lake County Park 108 Clubhouse Rd. Pine Grove, PA (570) ext. 5 Open to the public to enjoy hiking, fishing, boating and picnicking. Tuscarora State Park Accessible from I-81 (Exit 131A) and Routes 54, 209 & 309. (570) findapark/tuscarora/ Boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, picnicking. Cottage and yurt rentals. Valley View Park Association 524 Gap Street Valley View, PA (570) Events throughout the year. White Birch Golf Course 660 Tuscarora Park Road, Barnesville, PA (570) hole Championship course and a 9-hole executive course and restaurant Whitewater Rafting Adventures 101 W. Adventure Rd., Nesquehoning, PA (570) or (800) Class III rafting on the scenic Lehigh River. Reservations required. 28

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30 Wineries & Agritourism Armstrong Valley Winery 212 Rutter Road, Halifax, PA (717) Our winery produces dry, semi-dry, semi sweet and sweet wines. On 11.5 acres of farmland, we can host a variety of events for you and your friends for an unforgettable experience. Find us on facebook. Benigna s Creek Vineyard and Winery, Inc Ridge Road Klingerstown, PA (570) Located in the scenic Mahantongo Valley between Pitman and Klingerstown. Blue Lizard Vineyard & Winery 139 Ash Circle, Andreas, PA (570) The Blue Lizard Vineyard and Winery is nestled on an area of land that is situated between the Blue Mountain and the Lizard Creek. Find us on Facebook. Fieldwood Winery LLC 1083 Schuylkill Mountain Road, Schuylkill Haven, PA (570) The feel good winery with handcrafted wine made in small batches right next door on Schuylkill Mountain. (See our ad on page 31) Blue Lizard Vineyard and Winery Galen Glen Winery 255 Winter Mountain Drive, Andreas, PA (570) Experience our majestic panoramic view of PA s natural landscape. Be our guest and enjoy the tranquil beauty of our vineyard. 30

31 Wineries & Agritourism Hope Hill Lavender Farm LLC 2375 Panther Valley Road (570) Organically grown lavender farm, which produces culinary lavender, health, beauty and home products. Find us on facebook. (See our ad on page 29) Lehigh Valley Wine Trail (866) Sample the wines, food pairings, and related gift items from a group of 9 wineries. Long Trout Winery 84 Fork Mountain Road Auburn, PA (570) Peace signs, tie-dyes and bell bottoms, these familiar images captures the essence of Long Trout Winery. Find us on Facebook. (See our ad on page 33) Pioneer Evergreen Farms 159 East Adamsdale Road Orwigsburg, PA (570) Fall festival Great family fun in our Country setting. (See our ad on page 39) Red Shale Ridge Vineyards 266 North Goodspring Rd. Hegins, PA (570) Located in the scenic Hegins Valley-visit and enjoy the wine and scenery. Find us on Facebook

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33 Wineries & Agritourism Schuylkill County Fair Schuylkill County Fairgrounds 2270 Fair Road Summit Station, PA (570) One price admission includes entertainment, unlimited rides, contests, exhibits and FREE parking. Schuylkill County Wine Festival Hegins Park, Hegins, PA (570) Annual wine festival held in the beautiful Hegins Valley. Stone Mountain Wine Cellars 1615 Panther Valley Road Pine Grove, PA (570) Visit the farm winery and vineyards in the beautiful Stone Mountains of Central PA. Stop by our farm store and sample our award winning wines and browse our fresh produce. Find us on Facebook. Susquehanna Heartland Wine Trail 212 Rutter Road Halifax, PA (717) Includes 15 wineries in the Susquehanna River region. Enjoy a slice of Americana as you visit the wineries

34 Dining 3 C s Family Restaurant 2212 Centre Turnpike, Route 61, Orwigsburg, PA (610) Conveniently located on Rt. 61 north of Port Clinton. Breakfast anytime. (See our ad on page 35) Blue Mountain Summit Restaurant Bed & Breakfast 2520 W. Penn Pike, Andreas, PA (570) Restaurant & Inn located atop scenic Blue Mountain along Rt The Brickhouse Grill 705 West Market Street Orwigsburg, PA (570) A unique experience, providing outstanding service in a casual contemporary atmosphere. Find us on Facebook. (See our ad on page 35) Buddy s Log Cabin Family Restaurant 97 Tremont Rd. Pine Grove, PA (570) Authentic Log Cabin with old Fashion fireplace-breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. (See our ad on page 37) Gourment Grilled Cheese from Wheel Bake Shop VI 22 North Centre Street (570) Bake Shop VI is an artisan bread destination with a wide variety of breads and pastries that you are craving. Bake Shop VI will be the place to be! Find us on Facebook 34

35 Dining Centre St. Subway, Pottsville 314 North Centre Street (570) Follow us on Facebook Located in downtown Pottsville across from the Historical Society. (See our ad on page 49) The Crimson House 118 North Centre Street (570) The Crimson House is a tapas inspired concept, with one of a kind experience, located in the heart of historic downtown Pottsville. (See our ad on page 36) Crossroads Inn 2 East Adamsdale Road Schuylkill Haven, PA (570) Unique casual dining. Featuring over 60 menu items. Dinners start at $ Open Mon.-Sat. 4pm to 9pm. Located minutes off Rt. 61 at the Crossroads of East Adamsdale & Greenview Roads. Dutch Kitchen 433 South Lehigh Street Frackville, PA (570) Serving great home-style meals and desserts for over 40 years

36 Dining Friedensburg Country Restaurant 1305 Long Run Road, Route 443, Friedensburg, PA (570) Great PA Dutch cooking, family dining. Seafood, steaks, homemade soups, deserts. Gramma's Restaurant 2082 West Market Street (570) Family Dining in a casual setting. Convenient location in Pottsville. It's Just Barbecue, AKA The Pink Pig 320 Beech Rd., Route 61 North, Deer Lake PA (570) Barbecue Restaurant and Catering, Smoked Brisket, Puled Pork Chicken and St. Louis Style Ribs, slow cooked daily over a real wood fire. Find us on Facebook. Lyric Restaurant & Bar 33 West Centre St. Shenandoah, PA (570) Follow us on Facebook. Great home cooked food along with excellent service and entertainment. Manheim Diner 1614 Rt 61 S., Schuylkill Haven, PA (570) Breakfast all day. Varied menu. 36

37 Dining Myrtle May s Café 236 Sunbury St., Minersville, PA (570) All day breakfast and large lunch menu. Roman Delight Restaurant 1240 Centre Turnpike Orwigsburg, PA (570) Our goal is to serve traditional Italian food, in a warm and friendly atmosphere, at an affordable price. Oak Hill Inn 655 Route 61 Orwigsburg, PA (570) Fine Dining/Casual Fare. Delicious hot meals or great sandwiches and salads. (See our ad on page 39) O Neals Pub 112 South Tulpehocken Street, Pine Grove, PA (570) Find us us on Facebook. Good friends, great food. Tues. 4-9 pm; Wed.-Sat. 11 am-10 pm The Lodge At Sharp Mountain 201 South 26th St. (570) Situated on the picturesque Sharp Mountain, we are the perfect venue for large or small events as well as meeting space for organizations. (See our ad on page 33) The Pottsville Zone 337 Peacock St., (570) Find us on Facebook Restaurant & sports bar with a banquet facility that can accommodate up to 300 people. Our exceptional culinary team and staff we can meet your catering needs. The Red Lion Café Inc. 697 Deturksville Road Pine Grove, PA (570) Great home cooking located just east of Pine Grove along Route 443. Buses welcome. Roma Pizzeria & Restaurant 116 West Market Street (570) Popular downtown Pottsville location featuring excellent Italian food. (See our ad on page 38)

38 Dining Tamaqua Station Restaurant 18 N. Railroad Street Tamaqua, PA (570) Located in the beautifully restored Tamaqua Train Station, you will quickly discover that this is Your stop for fine food and spirits Vito s Coal Fire Pizza & Restaurant Coal Creek Plaza 400 Terry Rich Blvd. St. Clair, PA (570) A unique dining experience that is casual and affordable. Find us on Facebook. (See our ad on this page) Wheel Restaurant 201 West Market Street (570) Wheel is Pottsville s only gourmet grilled cheese restaurant, features local Yuengling favorites and craft beer selections, acoustic music entertainment and friendly, fun family atmosphere. (See our ad on page 36) Wooden Keg Tavern 3 Locations Pottsville, Minersville and Saint Clair. (570) Pottsville (570) Minersville (570) St. Clair

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40 Accommodations Bed & Breakfasts Blue Mountain Summit 2520 West Penn Pike Andreas, PA (570) Inn & Restaurant located atop the Blue Mountain along Route 309. Find us Facebook. Kaier Mansion Bed & Breakfast 729 East Centre Street Mahanoy City, PA (570) Victorian Era Mansion located in the Heart of Anthracite Mining Country. (See our ad on page 41) The Maid s Quarters Bed, Breakfast and Tea Room 402 South Centre Street (484) Victorian Bed & Breakfast. Tearoom open for brunch and special occasions. The Stone House Bed and Breakfast 16 Dock Street Schuylkill Haven, PA (570) Located close to Pottsville, Hawk Mountain and Schuylkill County Fairgrounds. Summer Valley Guest House 225 Summer Valley Road Orwigsburg, PA (570) One bedroom suite ideal for temporary housing or a weekend get-a-way. 40

41 Accommodations Campgrounds Camp-A-While 1921 East Main Street Hegins, PA (570) Country Store, Swimming Pool, Game room, Hiking, Playground, Entertainment, Lounge, Wi-Fi, Laundry & Showers. (See our ad on this page.) Christmas Pines Campground 450 Red Church Road Auburn, PA (570) Fishing Pond, Showers, Pavilion, Laundry, Gift Shop. (See our ad on page 42) Echo Valley Campground Inc. 52 Camp Road, Tremont, PA (570) Open all year and located on Route 125 between Pine Grove and Tremont. Laurel Lake Campsites 3480 Summer Valley Road New Ringgold, PA (570) Follow us on Facebook Shaded wooded sites, playground, fishing and more. Red Ridge Lakes Campground 61 Miller Road, Zion Grove, PA (570) Spacious wooded sites are dispersed in an unspoiled wilderness. Find us on Facebook

42 Accommodations Rosemount Camping Resort 285 Valley Road, Tamaqua, PA (570) Located between Pottsville and Tamaqua. Swimming pool, hiking, fishing, entertainment and nearby attractions. Hotels & Motels Country Inn and Suites 100 Keystone Blvd. East (570) Located at Exit 119 off of I-81. Swimming Pool and Fitness Center. (See our ad on page 43) Hampton Inn Pine Grove 481 Suedberg Road Pine Grove, PA (570) Hampton Inn is fully equipped to serve the needs of today's traveler. Holiday Inn Express & Suites 958 Schuylkill Mall Road Frackville, PA (570) Hotel located next to Cracker Barrel. (See our ad on the back cover.) Comfort Inn & Suites 1252 Morea Road Barnesville, PA (570) Ideally located off Interstate 81 and is also close to local outdoor activities. (See our ad on page 44) Pine Grove Comfort Inn 433 Suedberg Road Pine Grove, PA (570) Micro/Fridge in all rooms, indoor pool, fitness center, hot breakfast, WiFi Pottsville Motor Inn 480 N. Claude A. Lord Blvd (Rt 61), (570) Accessible from Route 61 northbound between Race and Nichols Streets, Pottsville. Great Rates! Ramada Pottsville 101 South Progress Avenue (570) , Ramada Free continental breakfast, free high speed Internet access, fitness center and newly renovated rooms. (See our ad on page 43) 42

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46 Shopping Shopping Malls Fairlane Village 7211 Fairlane Village Mall (570) Along Route 61, just north of Pottsville. Call for Special Event information. Farmers Markets Hometown Farmers Market, 125 Mahanoy Avenue, Route 54, Hometown, PA (570) Find us on facebook Wide variety of items, open all year round, Wednesday, 8 am to 8 pm. (See our ad on page 47) Leesport Farmers Market 312 Gernant's Church Road Leesport, PA (610) Wednesday, 8 am to 7 pm. Find us Facebook. Home & Garden Forget Me Not Florist 159 East Adamsdale Road Orwigsburg, PA (570) We offer beautiful, fresh flower arrangements and also offer quick & easy delivery around southern Schuylkill county. Tink s Antiques Lessie s Garden & Gift Shop 2 Park Street, Agricultural Park, (570) Special events throughout the year. Order from our greenhouse and gift shop. 46

47 Shopping Pine Creek Country Gardens & Landscaping 1425 Long Run Road Friedensburg, PA (570) Lawn and garden center, nursery, landscaping, crafts and Versalock retaining walls. Werner Lumber Company 29 South Tulpehocken Street Pine Grove, PA (570) Providing quality building materials and hardware to our customers for over 100 years. Specialty Shopping Hidden Treasures, LLC 310 North Centre St. (570) Antiques and collectibles, specializing in Vintage clothing and hats along with jewelry and much more. Also find us on Facebook. Ken s Tires Inc. 200 Pottsville St., Cressona, PA (570) Laurel Blvd., (570) Altamont Blvd., Frackville, PA (570) Ken s offers all the auto services and tires you need in 3 locations. The Crafty Fly gift shoppe w/liza-beth s Tea Room 28 South Front Street St. Clair, PA (570) Find us on facebook. Hours varies, call for tearoom reservations. DemmerGraphics 921 West Centre Street Mahanoy City, PA (570) Screen printing, embroidery, & promotional items. Check out our original designs on our website. Ellen s Gourmet Baskets 1217 Howard Avenue (570) Customized gourmet baskets, specialty is the Skook County Basket

48 Shopping New Life Boutique 110 South Centre St. (570) New Life Boutique is a non-profit resale boutique for the entire family. Find us on Facebook. Schaeffer s Harley-Davidson Sales and Service, Inc Brick Hill Road Orwigsburg, PA (570) Located off of Route 61 at the Red Church near Orwigsburg. Find us on Facebook. Tink s Antiques 28 South Railroad Street Tamaqua, PA (570) We have a turn of the century brick building, that houses antiques, collectibles, local artistic items and a bakery. Find us on facebook and instgram. Health & Beauty Healthy Habits Natural Market 1120 Centre Turnpike Orwigsburg PA (570) A variety of natural foods and products, offering healthy, local, and organic. Peace Frog Natural Foods 49 Ann Street, (570) Carrying a huge inventory of vitamins and supplements, organic meats, gluten free and low-carb foods. Find us on Facebook. Tastes of Schuylkill County 4 Play Moonshine 101 West Main Street Schuylkill Haven, PA (570) Limited Distillery. (See our ad on page 29) C & C Candies and Country Store 1305 Long Run Road Friedensburg, PA (570) Famous for great Peanut Rolls and Butter Creams and candy supplies Hess Catering Inc. 1 River & St. John Streets Schuylkill Haven, PA (570) Full service caterer, large and varied menus available. Kowalonek s Kielbasy Shop 332 South Main Street Shenandoah, PA (570) Kowalonek's is home of Coal Region Kielbasy. Momma Millies Bakery 216 North Centre Street (570) Follow us on Facebook. Pies, cakes, cupcakes and cookies made daily. 48

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50 Services Animal Services Hillside SPCA 51 SPCA Road, (570) No-kill facility with many animals available for adoption. Visiting hours are 11 to 3 Mon. - Sat., and 11 to 2:30 Sundays. Building/Construction L & K Construction, Inc. 1 Field of Dreams Drive (570) (See our ad on page 51) Pioneer Pole Buildings, Inc. 716 South Rt. 183 Schuylkill Haven, PA Cleaning Services Pristine Green Cleaning Service LLC 218 Wynonah Drive Auburn, PA (570) Residential & Commercial Cleaning Colleges / Universities Lehigh Carbon Community College 4525 Education Park Dr. Schnecksville, PA (610) Offering more than 90 programs of study. Penn State Schuylkill 200 University Drive, Schuylkill Haven, PA (570) A campus of Pennsylvania State University. (See our ad on page 49) 50

51 Services Financial Institutions BB&T Insurance Services 115 South Centre Street (570) CACL Federal Credit Union 1800 West Market St. (570) We provide free checking, lower fees and better rates than the competition. Hidden River Credit Union 60 Westwood Road, (570) Schuylkill County Board of Realtors 121 Progress Ave., Ste. 340 A, (570) Schuylkill County real estate services. Community Organizations Ashland Chamber of Commerce PO Box 233, Ashland, PA (570) City of Pottsville 401 North Centre Street (570) Tompkins VIST Bank 237 Route 61 South Schuylkill Haven, PA (570) Located on Route 61 south of Schuylkill Haven. Real Estate Diana Gabardi, Associate Broker Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Home Sale Realty 384 Centre Avenue Schuylkill Haven, PA (570) Certified Residential Specialist, Professional Services Proven Results. Joan Goodman Real Estate 38 East Centre Street Mahanoy City, PA (570) As a dedicated, concerned and honest professional, Joan can guide your throughout the entire real estate transaction

52 Services Diakon Community Services 118 South Centre Street - Suite 1, Demonstrates God s command to love the neighbor through acts of service. Downtown Shenandoah Inc. 116 North Main Street Shenandoah, PA (570) Working to promote economic, cultural and civic growth. Frackville Business and Professional Association PO Box 261, Frackville, PA Annual Frackville Pumpkin Festival the first Sat. of October in downtown Frackville. Frackville Rotary P O Box 9, Frackville, PA (570) Find us on facebook. Proud sponsors of" Cinderella's Closet" Greater Schuylkill Haven Business Association PO Box 153 Schuylkill Haven, PA (570) Lasting Legacy for Pottsville 216 South Centre St. (570) Lasting Legacy was created as a 501(c)(3) organization to improve the quality of life in the City of Pottsville. (See our ad on page 49) Our Town Foundation 335 State Street, Hamburg, PA (610) Main Street Revitalization Program for Hamburg, PA. Orwigsburg Business and Professional Association PO Box 319, Orwigsburg, PA (610) Find us on facebook. Penn State Master Gardeners Schuylkill County Cooperative Extension 1202 Ag Center Drive (570) Public programs of interest throughout the year. Pottsville Commission on Tourism One South 2nd St. (570) Pottsville Business Association One South 2nd Street (570) Enhances the City of Pottsville, strengthens the business base and organizes events. Porter-Tower Lions Club 517 W. Grand Avenue Tower City, PA (717) Pottsville Lions Club 322 North 9th Street (570)

53 Services NHS Human Services 3864 Adler Place Suite 100, Bethlehem, PA (484) NHS is a leading provider of education and human services to individuals with special needs. Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce One Progress Circle, Ste. 201 (570) , Promoting small business and entrepreneurial development in Schuylkill County. (See our ad on page 4) Schuylkill County Conservancy PO Box 318, Orwigsburg, PA Working to protect natural resources in Schuylkill County. Schuylkill River Greenway Association 140 College Drive, Pottstown, PA (484) Find us on facebook.promoting the heritage and recreational assets along the Schuylkill River Schuylkill Conservation District 1206 Ag Center Road (570) Supporting land conservation and environmental education. (See our ad on page 27) SKIP Schuylkill Keep It Pretty PO Box 18, Orwigsburg, PA (570) Sponsors of annual Countywide clean up. Schuylkill County's VISION 1464B Rte. 61 S., (570) Vision acts as catalyst to mobilize organizations and individuals to make positive changes for Schuylkill County. Schuylkill Haven Island Park 333 Centre Avenue Schuylkill Haven, PA (570) Promoting the Schuylkill Haven Island Park Festival and Island Project. Schuylkill Valley Corvette Club Inc. PO Box 707, Schuylkill Haven, PA (570) Sponsors a variety of events throughout the year. Call for events schedule

54 Services Tamaqua Area Chamber of Commerce 114 West Broad Street Tamaqua, PA (570) Promoting and strengthening the economic, industrial, professional, cultural welfare of the Tamaqua area. Tower City-Porter Rotary 209 Muir Street, Muir, PA (717) Faith Organizations Saint Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church 415 North Front Street Minersville, PA (570) Sponsoring the St Nicholas Church Annual Summer Picnic in July. Salons & Spas Beehive Hair Salon 301 Mahantongo Street (570) Find us on facebook Full service salon and spa. Bumble and Bumble and Bare Escentuals available. The Spa at McCann 2650 Woodglen Road (570) Offering a massage therapy services. Business & Corporate Partners Mrs. T s Pierogies, 600 E. Centre Street, Box 606, Shenandoah, PA (570) Welcome Home to Mrs. T's Pierogies. We always have something cooking just for you. PPL Electric Utilities 2 North 9th Street Allentown, PA (800) PPL Electric Utilities provides electric delivery services to about 1.4 million customers in Pennsylvania. Media Eastern Press Quality Printing 2067 West Market Street (570) Commercial printer and promotional item supplier. Republican Herald Newspaper 111 Mahantongo Street (570) Daily newspaper serving Schuylkill County. Health & Emergency Services 9-1-1, In case of Emergency for Ambulance, Fire or Police. Providing Emergency Coverage for all of Schuylkill County. Gaudenzia Pottsville Outpatient 1 South 2nd Street (570) Good Intent Hose Company #1 of Llewellyn 12 Silverton Road, Llewellyn, PA (570)

55 Services Lori's Angels 25 West Market Street - Suite 1, Schuylkill Haven, PA (570) Pine Grove Hose, Hook & Ladder Fire Co. #1 1 Orchard Street Pine Grove, PA (570) Rainbow Hose Company 417 Dock Street Schuylkill Haven, PA (570) Find us on Facebook Schuylkill County Airport Authority 240 Airport Road Pottsville PA (570) Airplane rides, air tours and photo flights. Fall foliage flights available. Schuylkill Transportation System Union Station Building 300 South Centre Street (570) For information on public transportation services in Schuylkill County. (See our ad on this page.) Transportation Services AAA Schuylkill County 340 South Centre St., Pottsville 202 East Broad St., Tamaqua (570) Variety of services to help with your travel planning. Evans Delivery Company W. Columbia Street Schuylkill Haven, PA (570) Providing transportation services in the intermodal, flatbed and van trucking markets. Pine Grove Pilot Travel Center 482 Suedberg Rd. Pine Grove, PA (570) Food, beverages, fuel and many more services. R & J Transportation, R & J Tours 326 Chestnut Street (570) Motorcoach service for Schuylkill County. (See our ad on page 53)

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