Living in the heart of Amish country can seem daunting at times. Mile after mile of sown fields don’t offer much in the way of entertainment for people looking to enjoy themselves. Whether you’re just passing through or in central Pa. you have lived, all your life you are surprised to have many things to […]
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Knoebels Spirit Resort, in Elysburg Pennsylvania, begins its 2012 season on April 28th th. Soon the crowds will begin to roll in, eager for amusement at America’s largest free-parking, free-admission amusement park. My husband and I will not be an exception. We both grew up in the Knoebels and continue to live in the area, […]
Clack. Clack. Clack. A familiar sound to any who have enjoyed one of America’s favorite theme park rides. It’s the sound a roller coaster makes as it climbs that long hill before the glee filled screams take over on its steep descent down the other side. The roller coaster was first invented as ice slides […]
If you want a bone jarring, don’t open your mouth or you’ll be picking the bugs out of your teeth ride, there is nothing like a wooden roller coaster. Of course I say that with the greatest affection. I grew up riding wooden roller coasters like Coney Island’s “Cyclone”, which turned 85 years old in […]
The Black Diamond, a new dark ride at Knoebels Amusement Park, opened in October 2011. After an enthusiastic search for a tortuous location before being surrounded by a massive building, my husband and I took our first ride on the Hallo-Fun weekend. at the end of October With such a late opening, it is likely […]
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These festivals fall in a wonderful way, experiencing the cool autumn air, falling leaves and the natural beauty of Taranto. Spread across the country, one of these six festivals is probably near you. All in all I had great experiences. Steamtown Railfest and fall excursions, Scranton September 1-2, 2012 9am-5pm Visit the railroad equipment, display, […]