LANCASTER PA HOTELS | HERSHEY PA HOTELS

The Science of Mystery Exhibit: October 31 at The North Museum of National History & Science. Sharpen your detective skills with “The Science of Mystery”, a crime lab exhibition that combines mystery and investigation in an engaging, educational experience. Through December 31.  717-291-3941 or www.northmuseum.org

 Poe Evermore: October 31 the Mt. Hope Mansion. Take yourself back to the days of Edgar Allan Poe as his tales of mystery and mayhem unfold before you. It’ll be an evening of spine tingling tales in an unmistakable atmosphere of Gothic drama. Through November 13.  717-665-7021 or www.parenfaire.com

 Ernesto Tamayo in Concert: November 3 at the Ware Center at Millersville University Lancaster. Ernesto Tamayo has toured extensively throughout North and South America, Asia & Europe. This performance is a fundraiser in support of The Ware Center’s at Millersville University Lancaster’s Visiting Artist program. 717-872-3357or www.millersville.edu

 The 2011 Christmas Show: November 1 at the American Music Theatre in Lancaster. The critically acclaimed AMT singers, dancers and orchestra will present an all-new show featuring the very best holiday music and dynamic dancing. It’s a holiday event full of yuletide whimsy and winter wonder! 800-648-4102 or www.amtshows.com

 Trains & Troops: November 5 at Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania. Honor our veterans and men and women in uniform, experience many splendid railroad and military archival dispalys, enjoy patriotic music and learn the significant role railroads played time and again in defense of our nation. 717-687-8628 or www.rrmuseumpa.org

 Weathervane Holiday Open House: November 5 at the Landis Valley Village and Farm Museum. Kick off your holiday shopping season with a visit to the Weathervane where you will find beautiful handmade merchandise crafted by local Artisans. We’ll have Pennsylvania German holiday items such as Belsnickels, redware and Moravian Star ornaments, feather trees, and so much more. 717-569-9312 or www.landisvalleymuseum.org

 Wagons HOH!: November 2 at Hands-on House in Lancaster. Hop aboard our wagon train and head back in time for a look at how pioneer children lived. Our experienced guides will get you safely across the vast plains, treacherous mountain ranges and endless deserts on your long journey west. 717-569-5437 or www.handsonhouse.org

 The King’s Singers: November 3 at Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square. The King’s Singers’ six-man vocal ensemble set the bar high with their performance-based musical numbers of classics and contemporary hits. The King’s Singers have commissioned over 200 works from a host of prominent contemporary composers including Peter Maxwell Davies, Gian Carlo Menotti, Ned Rorem, John Rutter, Toru Takemitsu, and John Tavener. 610-388-1000 or www.longwoodgardens.org

 Eastland Alpacas 9th Anuual Fall Open House: November 5 at Eastland Alpacas in Mount Joy. Your invite to join us for two weekends of fun at our 9th Annual Open House! Tour our farm and “Get up Close and Personal” with the alpacas. “Get a Warm Hug from Nature” when you visit the Farm Store “Boutique” where you will find 100’s of items made from Alpaca – one of nature’s luxury fibers. 717-653-2757 or www.eastlandalpacas.com

 Pumpkin Madness: November 5 at the Cherry Crest Adventure Farm in Ronks. How many ways can you demolish a pumpkin? Well Cherry Crest is on a quest to find out. After Halloween is over, we’ll be taking our left over pumpkins and transforming the farm into a frenzy of pumpkin destruction. Throwing, launching, hurling, rolling, dropping & trampling are all part of the festivities of our second Annual Pumpkin Madness Festival. 717-687-6843 or www.cherrycrestfarm.com

Couture & Cuisine: November 6 at the Lancaster Quilt & Textile Museum. Couture & Cuisine is a benefit concert featuring phenomenally talented local performers and the area’s finest bridal fashions. Profits benefit Wish Upon a Wedding, granting wishes to couples facing terminal illness. 717-392-2018 or www.quiltandtextilemuseum.com

Reading Fair: August 8 – 13 at 1216 Hilltop Road in Leesport, PA. The annual Reading festivities are here again with fun for the whole family! Events include live entertainment, track events, midway shows, rides, crafts and more. Admission is $10 per person and includes all activities for the day. (610) 777-8794 or www.readingfair.us

John Loves Mary: August 9 – October 29 at the Rainbow Dinner Theatre in Paradise. Step back to the year 1945. The war is over, and John loves Mary and has a ring to prove it. However, before leaving England, John did his best buddy a favor by marrying the buddy’s English girlfriend. The only way she could get to the U.S. was as a war bride. The couple plans to get a quickie divorce, and John is sure Mary will understand. What could possibly go wrong? Come find out! Tickets start at $48 for dinner and show. (800) 292-4301 or www.rainbowdinnertheatre.com

Barnstormers Baseball: August 9 – 14 at Clipper Magazine Stadium in Lancaster. Come out this week for a great night of baseball and fun as the Barnstormers play six home games in a row. Saturday’s game (8/13) will be topped off by a spectacular fireworks display. Tickets start at just $7. (717) 509-4487 or www.lancasterbarnstormers.com

Banquet in a Cornfield: August 11 in Bird-in-Hand. Take part in an authentic Bird-in-Hand experience—a wagon ride to an unforgettable, farm-fresh meal in a cornfield on John and Myrna Smucker’s farm, followed by live music and time by the family fire pit. Admission is $29.95 for adults, and $19.95 for children ages 4-12 (kids 3 and under are free). This event also takes place August 18. Call today to reserve your seats. (866) 931-2925 or www.bird-in-hand.com

Live Music at the Café: August 12 at Ten Thousand Villages in Ephrata. Enjoy the musical stylings of Greg Yoder and Friends as they take to the stage with their funky, original acoustic music. There will even be some audience sing-along with the band. 6:30pm – 8:30pm. This event is FREE. (717) 721-8400 or www.ephrata.tenthousandvillages.com

Lititz Rotary Craft Show: August 13 in downtown Lititz. This rain or shine event is one of the largest craft shows on the east coast! Come check out a plethora of crafts and food from local vendors. (717) 626-6875 or www.lititzrotary.com

Hogwarts Express Parties: August 12 & 13 at the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania. Kids are encouraged to dress like their favorite Harry Potter character for a reading from a J.K. Rowling novel in one of the Museum’s historic coaches. They will be amazed as they create and sample especially horrible potions and fashion a Hogwarts-inspired take-home craft. Advance registration with a $10 per child fee is required. Recommended for children ages 8 to 13. (717) 687-8628 or www.rrmuseumpa.org

Wine Tasting: August 12 at the Strasburg Rail Road. Strasburg Rail Road is hosting a special wine tasting aboard the train. Relax and enjoy several wine selections, a presentation by a wine educator and a 45-minute train ride through beautiful farmland in first-class luxury. The event will feature Twin Brook Winery of Gap, PA. Event starts at 7pm. Must be 21 years or older to attend. $55 per person. (717) 687-7522 or www.strasburgrailroad.com

Eurika, Eroica: August 13 at the Barshinger Center for Musical Arts on the F&M College campus. Allegro the Chamber Orchestra of Lancaster, Brian Norcross-conductor, presents: Beethoven Symphony No. 3, the Eroica; JS Bach Brandenburg Concerto No. 2, premiere of Galante, and more. General admission is $18, $15 for Seniors, and ages 5-18 may attend free of charge. (717) 560-7317 or www.allegrochamberorchestra.org

PA Renaissance Faire Opens: August 13 in Manheim. Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth, invites you to live the excitement and adventure of Her annual Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire of jousting Knights and royal delights. Thirty-five acres of mirth and merriment await as hundreds of colorfully-costumed characters breathe life into an authentic recreation of a 16th century English Village complete with dozens of authentic Tudor buildings. Open weekends through October 31, 11 am – 8 pm. (717) 665-7021 or www.parenfaire.com

Hot Club of Detroit: August 14 at Long’s Park in Lancaster. The Long’s Park Summer Music Series welcomes this award-winning, robust gypsy jazz group. Their performance is FREE. Don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs and blankets. (717) 735-8883 or www.longspark.org

IMAX: July 18-Sept. 8 at the Whitaker Center in Harrisburg. In this highly anticipated epic finale, a battle between good and evil forces transpires, in which the wizarding world escalates into a full-scale war. As Harry approaches the climactic showdown with Voldemort, he may be called to make the ultimate sacrifice. Filled with magic, adventure and mystery, the thrilling conclusion unfolds on Whitaker Center‟s six-story IMAX screen, and – for the first time in the history of the Harry Potter movie series – will be presented entirely in IMAX 3D. Admission is $13.75 for adult and $11.75 for child/student/senior. (717) 214-2787 or www.whitakercenter.org

Dine with the Amish: July 19 at the Hershey Farm Restaurant & Inn located in Ronks. Join us for dinner with the Amish people of Lancaster County, PA. Do more than just sample the food of the area. Interact with the people of this quaint countryside. The meal is served at 7pm and reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. This event also takes place on August 2 &16, September 20, and October 18. Please call the number below for admission details. (800) 822-7866 or www.hersheyfarm.com

Big Apple Circus: July 19 at the Clipper Magazine Stadium in Lancaster. For the first time ever, the renowned Big Apple Circus will come to Lancaster with a show centered at Clipper Magazine Stadium‟s home plate, Tuesday, July 19 at 8:00 p.m. The circus presents the world‟s greatest circus artists under the stars in the Havin’ a Ball Tour! From the Big Top to the Ball Park! Unlike traditional circus presentations, the Havin’ a Ball Tour will feature the circus ring positioned right at home plate, offering a truly unique entertainment experience. Tickets may be purchased by calling 717-509-HITS or by visiting the website below. (717) 509-4487 or www.lancasterbarnstormers.com

Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo: July 21 at the American Music Theatre in Lancaster. One of the best-selling female rock stars of all time, the incomparable Pat Benatar, is coming to Lancaster! This four time Grammy winner‟s powerful, unmistakable vocals and intense lyrics are heard on classic „80s hits like “Heartbreaker” and “Hit Me with Your Best Shot.” Tickets are $65.00. (717) 397-7700 or www.amtshows.com

Drive-in Movie: The Karate Kid: July 22 at the Garden Spot Village in New Holland. Pack your blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy an old-fashioned night of family-friendly entertainment under the stars. The Karate Kid is Dove Family-Approved, and this event is FREE. (717) 355-6000 or www.gardenspotvillage.org

Blues & Brews: July 23 at the PA Renessaince Faire grounds. Enjoy the taste of Maryland with an all-you-can-eat menu featuring crabs, shrimp, brisket and more. Round out this enjoyable evening with non-stop music from live bands and unlimited drinks all for the cost of admission. Two sessions are available, 12PM – 3PM and 5PM – 8PM, and attendance is limited. Tickets will be available until Thursday July 21, 2011, unless sold out. Admission includes food, drinks and entertainment. (717) 665-7021 or www.parenfaire.com

Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night”: Through July 24 at Rock Ford Plantation in Lancaster. Joint production by Theater of the Seventh Sister and Rock Ford Plantation of Shakespeare’s comedy “Twelfth Night” outdoors on the piazza at historic Rock Ford Plantation in Lancaster. (717) 392-7223 or www.rockfordplantation.org

Fireworks and Baseball: July 23 at Clipper Magazine Stadium in Lancaster. Top off a great night of Barnstormer baseball with a spectacular fireworks display immediately following the game. Tickets start at just $7, game starts at 6:30pm. (717) 509-4487 or www.lancasterbarnstormers.com

Music in the Orchard: July 23 at the 1719 Hans Herr House Museum located in Willow Street. Picnic with a great mix of local music outside at the oldest home in Lancaster County. Event starts at 6pm. For more information, visit the 1719 Hans Herr House website below. (717) 464-4438 or www.hansherr.org

The Rolling Antique Auto Show: July 23 at the Strasburg Rail Road from 10am-3pm. We’re transforming the railroad into an interactive antique auto show, featuring historic cars on display and in action. Watch as they race alongside the mighty steam train. This event is free. Tickets required for the train ride. (717) 687-7522 or www.strasburgrailroad.com

Joseph Sight and Sound Theatre Experience a cast of 45 professional adult & children actors, dozens of live animals gracing the aisles, several amazing dream sequences including Joseph in his colorful coat “flying” over the audience, larger-than-life staging including a spectacular Egyptian palace scene spanning 300 ft & wrapping around three sides of the audience. March 19- October 22 www.sight-sound.com

Railroad Communications & Signaling
Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania
Engineers and conductors may move the trains, but it takes an army behind the scenes to run a railroad. From solitary signals to centralized traffic control centers, learn about the history of railroad technical operations and try and run a simulated railroad in this exhibit. Photographs, artifacts and video from the
Museum’s rich collections will round out the fascinating story of rail communication. Through December 31
www.rrmuseumpa.org

Ghost Tours of Lancaster Ghost Tours of Lancaster Enjoy an evening candlelight stroll through historic downtown Lancaster and explore the long-forgotten mysteries of one of America’s oldest cities. Join us after dinner for an entertaining evening with tales of haunted mansions, eerie graveyards and spirits that roam the night! Visit our website for a schedule and tickets. Tours running every night now until the end of October www.ghosttour.com NEW Segway Architecture Tour
Red Rose Segway Tours
In addition to a City Tour and a Ghosts & Graveyards Tour, Red Rose Segway introduces their new Architecture Tour! Participating in a guided Segway tour is the perfect way to see some of downtown Lancaster‟s architectural gems. In addition to seeing some beautiful historic buildings, participants will hear interesting stories and facts along the way. The tour is designed to showcase the architectural diversity of downtown Lancaster, but holds plenty of appeal for those just interested in seeing the city in a new way!
Ongoing tours – offered Wednesday through Sunday at 10:30, 1:30 and 4:30
www.redrosesegway.com

The Wizard of Oz
Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
Songs you grew up with, characters you’ve grown to love. Travel down the yellow brick road with Dorothy, Toto, Tin Man, Scarecrow and the Cowardly Lion as they discover friendship, Munchkins, Glenda the good witch and the wicked witch of the West and that “There’s No Place Like Home.” Hear songs like Over the Rainbow, Follow the Yellowbrick Road, Ding Dong the Witch is Dead and If I Only Had a Brain. Relive the magic and timeless music and follow our friends over the rainbow to the land of Oz. July 14 – August 20
www.dutchapple.com

John Loves Mary Rainbow Dinner Theatre Step back to the year 1945. The war is over, and John loves Mary and has a ring to prove it. However, before leaving England, John did his best buddy a favor by marrying the buddy’s English girlfriend. The only way she could get to the U.S. was as a war bride. The couple plans to get a quickie divorce so she can marry the friend, who is her true sweetie. John is sure Mary will understand. What could possibly go wrong? Come find out! August 9-October 29 www.rainbowdinnertheatre.com

Hogwarts Express Parties
Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania
Kids are encouraged to dress like their favorite Harry Potter character for a reading from a J.K. Rowling novel in one of the Museum’s historic coaches. They will be amazed as they create and sample especially horrible potions and fashion a Hogwarts-inspired take-home craft. Advance registration with a $10 per child fee is required. Hogwarts Express parties are offered on a first come basis. Recommended for children ages 8 to 13. August 12-13, www.rrmuseumpa.org

Faith & Family Night Clipper Magazine Stadium The Barnstormers and 90.3 WJTL are presenting a series of four Faith & Family Nights at the ballpark! This year we’ve incorporated Barnstormers player devotions, Guest speakers, pre-game concerts, and other great activities. August 17, and September 9 www.lancasterbarnstormers.com