This Week in the Poconos Magazine

November 22, 2014COMING EVENTs ....................6 arT & HIsTOry .................... 28DINING ............................... 18ENTErTaINMENT .................. 21LODGING ............................ 29

POCONO MaP ..................... 16

PrOfEssIONaLs & sErVICEs ....8

sHOPPING .......................... 11

sPOrTs .............................. 24

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The Fairestof Fare

Festivities .......................................4

Ready. Set. Entertain! ...................9

Savor Small Business ..................11

FEAST ...........................................20

Tasty Turkey Trick .......................20

Train A-track-tions .......................22

Shawnee: Let It Snow! ................23

Holiday Lightings ........................31

Cover Photo:George GrimmHowell

Mirror, mirror speak this so; all who hear, soon will know—The Pocono Mountains features the fairest of fare equal to (if not surpassing) anywhere!

A bountiful blend of dining, shopping and adventure await for a holiday weekend (and beyond) that’s great!

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he holidays are upon us and there’s no greater

place to enjoy time with friends and family than the Pocono Mountains. Rich with a spectacular assortment of talent; the area is a virtual cornucopia of exhilarating creativity, with an invitation welcoming all to enjoy the season.

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Saturday and Sunday, November 22nd and 23rd; the 31st Annual Artisans’ Marketplace transforms Waverly Community House into a palette of handcrafted delight. Showcasing the amazing works of over 30 area professionals handpicked by AM’s own committee; certainty in the abundance of gift grabbing has warranted the addition of a gift wrapping station ready to alleviate all of the tedious task.

Perhaps affording the opportunity to relax and enjoy or possibly shop some more...

Elevate your senses with a feast for the eyes after Thanksgiving, in this year’s Holiday Arts Festival at Skytop Lodge the following weekend November 29th and 30th. “An exciting mix” of exhibitors add “dimension and interest” making this, HAF’s 10th year, a spectacular spectacle!


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Q UIET VALLEYLiving Historical Farm

DECEMBER 6th & 7th AND 13th & 14th 2014

24th

ANNUALOld TimeChristmas

3:00pm to 7:00pmExperience Christmas in the 1800’sas guides dressed in period clothing lead you by lantern light through the various buildings & displays.

LIVE NATIVITY BELSCHNIKEL STORYTELLING

CAROLING HOLIDAY GIFT SHOP AND MORE

$10.00 Adult $5.00 Children (3-12)BE SURE TO DRESS WARMLY!Group Discounts Available - groups of 12 or more can make reservations for tours from 2:30 - 3:30 all 4 days

570-992-6161www.quietvalley.org3 ½ miles South of Stroudsburg, PA

December 12-14December 12-14

A Celebration of the Season for Everyone!

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What could December possibly deliver of equal excitement...

Hawley Winterfest returns with a triple-dose of delight starting Friday, December 12th through December 14th. Celebrating 16 years inviting visitors to “holiday splendor reminiscent of a Victorian winter wonderland;” enjoy live performances along with a Holiday House Tour. Festive fun for all ages is set including an event geared toward demonstrating children’s creativity with marshmallows and Breakfast with Santa!

But wait! There’s more...

Four dates, December 6th

and 7th then 13th and 14th, are ready to ignite festive thrills when Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm’s Old Time Christmas moseys back completing nearly a quarter century rekindling “Christmas customs of the past.”

Follow the warm glow of a guided lantern tour through the 1800s with complimentary hot cocoa and cookies ready to be enjoyed by a toasty bonfire. Engaging guests to make this stop “a favorite holiday tradition for many years to come” Quiet Valley’s pre-holiday splendor lends the wondrous peek into our winter wonderland.



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Saturday, November 22: 22nd Annual Santa Parade returns to Scranton! Downtown Scranton, (570) 483-8757, www.santaparade.net. Bundle up and get ready to line the streets of Scranton from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. for this popular parade with none other than Ole’ Saint Nick as the guest of honor! There’ll be fabulous floats, marching bands with dance groups and more!

Saturday, November 22: Craft and Vendor Show, Mount Pocono United Methodist Church, (570)839-1646. Jewelry, accessories and hand crafted decorative items await from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Concession food joins the mix. Free admission.

Saturday, November 22 and Sunday, November 23: 31st Annual Artisan’s Marketplace at Waverly Community House, (570) 586-8191, www.waverlycomm.org. Showcasing more than 30 of the area’s most talented artisans hand picked by the event committee equals an amazing assortment of craftsmen and artists selections to choose from. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4p.m. Sunday with admission at $6 per person that’s good both days.

Saturday, November 23: 23rd Annual Spaghetti Dinner and Craft Fair at Monsignor McHugh School, Cresco, (570) 588-8068,

[email protected]. All are invited to enjoy an afternoon of pasta plus at this annual gathering benefitting Monsignor McHugh from noon until 7 p.m. Tickets are $9 adults, ages 6-12 $7 with children under 5 free. Call or email for details and mailing address to pre-purchase tickets. Tickets also available at the door by cash only.

Wednesday, November 26: Scranton Times Tower Lighting, Downtown Scranton, www.visitnepa.org. The countdown to Christmas is on! Looking for some fun the night before Thanksgiving to kick into the holiday spirit? Check out this amazing display from 4 to 6:30 p.m. featuring food and even a fireworks display!

Thursday, November 27: 2014 Holiday Train treks into Steamtown! Scranton, (570) 241-8258. Steamtown National Historical Site is set to welcome the abundantly illuminated Canadian Pacific Railway train as it makes its way across the United States and Canada stopping by from 5:15 - 5:45 p.m. A truly awesome sight to be seen!

Saturday, November 29: Wayne County Historical Society’s Open House, Honesdale, (570) 253-3240, www.waynehistorypa.org. Visit the Main Museum from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and find the ideal holiday gift in the museum shop filled with historical toys, maps, books and the 2014 ornament of

the Bethany Homestead Mansion. Take a tour of the museum with exquisite exhibits.

Saturday, November 29 and Sunday, November 30: Book Signing at Quiet Man, Mountainhome, (570) 223-3565, www.quietmanbookshop.com. No shhh’ing here! Spread the word that Quiet Man Bookshop is hosting a book signing with authors Sahur Abulaziz “The Dino Flu”and Lisa Geeze “Croakersville” Saturday from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday Tina M. Brown “Struggles of the Women Folk” and Liz Pemberton “Wonderful Wonders” are set for 2 to 4 p.m.

Saturday, November 29 and Sunday, November 30: Holiday Arts Festival at Skytop Lodge, (570) 350-6512. Pocono Mountain Arts Council presents this two celebration of the fine arts and crafts show and sale running 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday.

Saturday, November 30: PEEC Holiday Bows and Boughs, Dingmans Ferry, (570) 828-2319, www.peec.org. Create your own holiday decorations using natural materials. PEEC provides evergreen bows and materials for you to make wreaths from noon to 2:00 p.m. Cost is $10

Saturdays and Sundays: Now through November 23 Daily:

ith a bounty of festive fun around every corner across the region, there’s no better place than the Pocono Mountains to stir up

that holiday spirit. From parades and festivals to amazing shopping options sure to deliver some pre-holiday joy!

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WHY THE LAKE NAOMI~TIMBER TRAILS MARKET IS HEALTHY(While other markets around the country struggle - is this a buyer’s market?)Real estate markets have always been local in nature. Apartments in New York City are still commanding loftyprices, and homes in the Charlotte area are still increasing. Yet, rampant speculative building in many parts of thecountry nearly collapsed their markets. To perpetuate the nonsense, strategic financing schemes lured custom-ers deeper into the boiling cauldron. For home buyers and for speculators alike, mortgages were easily obtainedwith little or no documentation. If you had a pulse, a mortgage was waiting. Don't bother with the details... priceswill always go up to cover the excesses. Sadly, it’s not always so.

Thankfully, Lake Naomi~Timber Trails has been a different story. During the forty plus years we’ve been here atLake Naomi there have been some violent swings in both the real estate market and the stock market. Very re-cently, the stock market’s acrobatics were enough to give any sane person a concussion. Here in our local realestate market, we’ve remained rather steady. Did you know the average sale in the last 12 months is lower by aminuscule 1%? From June 2008, the median sale is up 7%!** How is that possible? First and foremost, we are notin a primary home market. The vast majority of our homes are discretionary purchases and our clientele is morefinancially stable and financially adept than the average first-time home buyer. If our clients aren’t paying cash,they’re taking plain-vanilla fixed-rate conventional mortgages. We dodged the scathing sub-prime mortgagefiasco. Too few lots remain for overbuilding or speculative building to ever be a problem.

Every year, at Memorial Day, we hold our breath anticipating the new season. After reading in the media about theweak markets in other parts of the country, we were particularly curious this year. Memorial Day weekend marksthe start of our main selling season, and we couldn't have been more surprised or delighted.

Over Memorial Day weekend, we sold five houses, one in Lake Naomi for $790,000 and one in Timber Trails for$450,000. It was most encouraging to observe multiple offers come in on one of the properties. Neither deal wasgiven away. One sold for 90.2% of the asking price, and the other for 92%.

This was one of the best starts for any summer season in memory!

** Lake Naomi is a diverse community of home values, ranging from under $200,000 to over $1,000,000.A single million dollar lakefront sale can significantly skew the average, making the median sale price a far moresignificant indicator of market trends.

CAMP MINSI PROJECT STRENGTHENS OUR PROPERTY VALUES(An assist from an unusual source)Hopefully, you have already read the article in the Lake Naomi Club newsletter, “Reflections,” that explains howthe Wildlands Conservancy, the Monroe County Open Space Program, and the Commonwealth of Pennsylva-nia have created a plan to protect the 1,242 acre Camp Minsi from future development or commercializa-tion. Camp Minsi is the Boy Scouts of America property immediately to the east of Lake Naomi that residesalong Stillwater Lake. The exact method the property will be protected is not significant. What is significant,however, is the fact that all that land will never be developed in competition to Lake Naomi~Timber Trails.

Virtually all the lakes of any significance in the Poconos have already been subdivided and developed. CampMinsi is one of the remaining exceptions that has access to a sizeable lake, and, is right in our back yard. Now,however, we will no longer have to wonder what will be built there. The answer is nothing... and in perpetuity.

The property is about a third larger than Timber Trails, so it had the potential to be a competitor for many years.By removing potential development, folks looking for a quality lake community will have their sights focusedmore acutely than ever on Lake Naomi~Timber Trails.

New roads have enhanced access to Lake Naomi, and the lack of meaningful competition will have a substan-tial effect on our future property values. We didn’t create the law of supply and demand - we merelywatch its effect.

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Century 21 Select Group - Blakeslee, 5651 Route 115, Blakeslee, (570) 643-2100, PoconoVacationsOnline.com. Whether you’re planning a golf trip, ski adventure, family fun, romance or outdoor exploration, they have plenty of “homes away from home” to choose from! Since 1979, we are proud to have helped thousands of families create a lifetime of memories in the Poconos.

Lake Naomi Real Estate, Inc., Route 940, Pocono Pines, (800) 537-1479,

online. See website for details about Liberty’s energy-efficient, innovative home designs.

Pocono Mountain Lakes Realty, 1578 SR 903, Jim Thorpe, (570) 267-1565; 233 Route 940, Blakeslee, (570) 234-0633, poconomountainlakes.com. Providing professional real estate services to buyers and sellers in the Poconos. Vacation rentals available. Check out the website to meet the team, browse available properties, and try out tools like the Pocono Home Search!

Professionals & Services(570) 646-2222, lakenaomi.com. Specializing in Lake Naomi/Timber Trails sales and vacation rentals. Surrounded by nature and nestled in mountain serenity, Lake Naomi and Timber Trails offer Vacation Homes and Rentals at a great value. If you’ve ever wished for one of those perfect Pocono family vacations, you’ll love Lake Naomi.

Liberty Homes Custom Builders, Route 940, Pocono Lake, (570) 646-4600, libertyhomesPA.com. Designing and building award-winning homes since 1978. Available properties can be found

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he holidays are just around the corner. Are you ready

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Calling Michael’s Flooring, Window, Kitchen and Bath Center “your one-stop shop for all your home improvement needs” store manager Lorraine Schmid assures homeowners the Pocono Lake facility is here to help.

Specializing in residential and commercial work, she reminds all Michael’s has been providing quality flooring, window treatments and remodeling services to residents of the Pocono Mountains Region and beyond for close to 20 years!

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With the area’s largest showroom of brand-name flooring, granite countertops, window treatments and more; she points out not only the beautiful look but the savings to be had in home energy costs with products like Cellular blinds.

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Blakeslee Animal Clinic, Dr. Andrew J. Church, Veterinarian, Route

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Keiper Plumbing Company, 990 Route 940 (Suite 103), Pocono Lake, (570) 646-3222, [email protected]. This trusted Pocono plumbing company provides superior residential and commercial plumbing services.

Michael’s Flooring, Window, Kitchen & Bath Center, Route 940, Pocono Lake, (570) 646-1502, michcarp.com. Michael’s Carpets is your one-stop shop for home improvements. Find fabulous furnishings, flooring, windows and treatments, appliances, samples and much, much more! Open Monday through Saturday.

One Stop Travel, Pocono Peddlers Village, Tannersville, (570) 620-1200, onestoptravelagency.net. A full-service agency specializing in domestic and international travel. Offering seasonal bus trips to popular destinations.

Precision Collision & Detail Center, Route 940 & Stoney Hollow Road, Pocono Pines, (570) 643-4099, cartesioprecisioncollision.net. “Your car is pampered with Precision!” Enjoy free estimates and friendly service at this hometown auto shop.

Summit Motors, Route 940, Pocono Lake, (570) 643-2599. Pre-owned vehicles, notary service, title and tags, U-Haul, truck and trailer rentals, instant online registration.

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Small BusinessSaturday

day dedicated to celebrating the amazing

business owners across the country who’ve followed their dream! Whether a family restaurant, selling their own creations or distributing the unique wares of others, these men and women deserve recognition and a round of applause for their tenacity!

This year’s SBS is November 29 so enjoy your Thanksgiving, wrap up the turkey trays and sleep off the tryptophan ‘cause it’s time to shop!

Take this feature into one of the many area merchants;

Savorbrowse a bit, buy a bit then sit and chat a bit to learn about them as we’re confident in the rewards you receive...

A From one small business to another—TWIP salutes you!Best Wishes today, tomorrow and for years to come!

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American CandleRoute 611, Bartonsville, (570)629-3388, american-candle.com.

“More than just great candles”—candy, women’s accessories, jewelry, collectibles, home décor, gifts and more! A definite don’t miss!

A Taste of Antiques 4 ULiberty Plaza, Route 940, Pocono Lake, (570)355-5955, antiquesVA.wix.com/Antiques.

Weekends: Sept 27 thru Nov 23, Sat 10-5, Sun 12-4Daily: Nov 28 thru Dec 24, Mon - Fri 12-5, Sat & Sun 10-5

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“Celebrating over 36 years offering a Bit of Country right here in the Poconos with an evolving line of unique American made gift ideas.”

Bliss Beauty + Body Co.6162 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco, (570)839-0620, blissbeautyandbody.com

A full-service salon and spa. On-site spa boutique.

The Briar Patch278 Pine Grove Road, Thornhurst, (570)842-8072, briarpatchthornhurst.com.

“A Christmas shop in the country spirit” offering crafts, wreaths, folk art, candles and more. Open weekends for the perfect shopping experience!

Country Junction6565 Interchange Road (Route 209), Lehighton, (610)377-5050, countryjunction.com.

“World’s Largest General Store.”Home and garden accents, giftware, antiques, pet supplies, seasonal goods. Checkout Santa’s Winterfest and make memories for all including pets!

Country KettleBusiness Route 209, Marshalls Creek, (570)421-8970, country-kettle.com.

A sweet Pocono shopping destination housing 250 barrels of candy plus fine collectibles, home décor, jewelry and more!

Daley Chocolates& Supplies 2 locations along Route 940, Pocono Summit & Pocono Lake

History and memories from years gone by! Local and out-of-state deliveries

Backroads Antiques

3424 Rt. 715, Henryville, (570)872-9990, backroadsantiquespa.com.

“From the rare to the collectable, from primitive furniture to vintage glassware and everything in-between, uncover and discover what you think is extinct!”

Bendixens Giftware

Route 940 in Pocono Summit, (570)839-8795, bendixens.com. eBay store: poconocountrygifts.


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The “Sweetest Spot in the Poconos! “Gourmet chocolate, candies, gift baskets and more!

Dutch’s Shur Save 1564 Route 507, Greentown, (570)676-3373.

A complete supermarket with convenience, variety and great service.

The Glass Hat AntiquesRoute 191 in Hamlin, (570)689-4060, wpsada.com.

Two floors filled with glassware, antique oak and country furniture, collectibles, estate jewelry, pottery, kitchenware, Depression glass and more.Open daily.

House of CandlesRoute 715, Henryville, (570)629-1953, houseofcandles.com.

See candles made at the Oldest Candle Shop of the Poconos!Selections include votives, jar candles, pillars and carved candles.Closed Sundays.

Hunter’s Gallery237 Mt. Cobb Highway, Lake Ariel, (570) 689-7898, huntersgallery.com.

Hunting and fishing equipment, archery supplies, apparel and more!

Hutton Metalcrafts1812 Route 940, Pocono Pines, (570)972-6331,copperlamps.com.

Unique hand-crafted metal works, copper lanterns and sculptures, fine pewter Christmas ornaments.Oil paintings on glass.


5866 Neola Rd., Stroudsburg, PA(570) 619-0053 [email protected]

www.MountainViewVineyard.comOnly 6 miles from the Crossings Premium Outlets

Wine Tastings with Food PairingsDistilled Spirits TastingsVineyard & Distillery ToursWine Gifts & DecorSpecial Events

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Local & Out-of-State DeliveriesLiberty Plaza

906 Rt. 940, Pocono Lake570 355-5955

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From the Rare to the Collectable,From Primitive Furniture to Vintage Glassware & Everything In-Between

570 872-9990backroadsantiquesPA.comOPEN THURS. THRU MON. 10AM - 5PM CLOSED TUES. & WED.

Off Rt. 611 in Tannersville, North ofThe Crossings Outlets on Rt. 715.

Corner of Rts. 715 & 314,One mile south of Rt. 191

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Michael’s Flooring, Window, Kitchen & Bath CenterRoute 940, Pocono Lake, (570)646-1502, michcarp.com.

One-stop shop for home improvements. Flooring, kitchen and bath remodeling, window

coverings and more. Custom installation. Free estimates.

Mountain View Vineyard, Winery & Distillery5866 Neola Road, Stroudsburg, (570)619-0053, mountainviewvineyard.com.

Family-owned and operated

boutique winery. Wine tastings, gift items and seasonal tours of the vineyard and Mountain View Distillery. Ages 21+

PoconoCheesecake FactoryRoute 611, Swiftwater, (570)839-6844, poconocheesecake.com.

Experience “Love at First Bite” at this Pocono landmark.Gourmet cheesecakes, baked goods and more.

Second StoryHigh-End Thrift1845 West Main Street at Pocono Vendors Marketplace, Stroudsburg, (570)421-1976.

Treasures fill this high-end thrift boutique! Shop stunning designer apparel, accessories, shoes, bags, furniture, artwork and more!

Starting GateAction SportsRoute 209, Bushkill, (570)588-4807, startinggateonline.com.

Find great gear from top-selling brands including Burton, Salomon, K2, Volcom, O’Neill, The North Face and others. Equipment rentals and servicing.

The VillageCrafter’s Gallery2822 Route 611, Tannersville, (570)620-0039, thevillagecraftersgallery.com.

A country store and so much more! This three-story shopping destination features the work of over 30 local craftsmen. Find country décor, jewelry, pottery, furniture and unique gift items. Check out their Holiday Open House the weekend of November 22 & 23!


distinctive gift items that’ll make you shout with excitement! Open Thursday through Monday.


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570 223-3565

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Holley Ross Pottery

Route 191, La Anna,

(570) 676-3248, holleyross.com.

A pottery showroom, gift shop and studio producing original works including Weeping Gold Pottery. Fiestaware, Polish Pottery and Romertopf Healthy Bakeware.

Theo B. Price Inc. Country Store

Route 390, Cresco, (570) 595-2501, theobprice.com

A truly unique experience featuring crafts, gourmet coffee, animal feed, folk art, hardware, lumber and building materials.

Check out their ad gifting a $1 off savings on Stonewall Kitchen Products!

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Route 390, Mountainhome, (570) 595-0370, cookstournepa.com

The go-to guru for cooking tips compliments CT’s wide selection of popular cookware and exceptional kitchen gadgets.

The Quiet Man Bookshop1233 Route 390, Mountainhome,

(570) 223-3565

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breakfast every day. Lunch and dinner menus and daily specials. Great spirits and entertainment in the adjoining Pub in the Pines.

dining plus cocktail lounge with pub menu. Live piano music on weekends.

Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Restaurant, Route 507, Hawley, (570) 226-4388, ehrhardts.com. Family-owned and operated. Celebrating 70 years of hospitality on Lake Wallenpaupack. Lakeside restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner. Live music on Friday nights.

The French Manor Inn and Spa, Huntingdon Drive, South Sterling, (570) 676-3244, (877) 720-6095, thefrenchmanor.com. Gourmet French cuisine, superb wine list

and spectacular mountain views. Four-diamond AAA rating.

Mountainhome Diner, 910 Route 390, Mountainhome, (570) 595-2523. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner in a welcoming atmosphere.

Robert Christian’s Restaurant, Route 940, Pocono Lake, (570) 646-0433, robertchristianspa.com. “Charming country dining at affordable prices.” Enjoy great steaks, seafood, pasta and more!

Van Gilder’s Jubilee Restaurant & Pub in the Pines, Route 940, Pocono Pines, (570) 646-2377, breakfastking.com. The “Breakfast King,” Jubilee serves delicious

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This Week’s tip is a twist taking a turkey tidbit from mom!

Did you know... Baking your bird upside down is a tasty trick to trapping succulent juices in the meat! Take the typical route in prepping your turkey by cleaning and seasoning it—don’t forget to remove those giblets! Then flip it over, breast side down, in the roaster cover and cook. That’s it!

Simply a suggestion...Still squeamish about cookery? Luckily a Pocono Mountains getaway can serve as your getaway from the kitchen with plans at these amazing area restaurants!

Feeling a little culinary creativity?If you plan on tackling the task of preparing your own holiday feast

consider this...


elebrate Thanksgiving in the Poconos!

While initial thoughts were to dip into the minds of Pocono culinary masters with intentions of sharing small recipe excerpts; the opportunity to give a little insight from experiencing the area go-to’s proved an inviting obligation too good to pass up. Relax and enjoy November 27’s delicious holiday meals, exceptional entertainment and luxury accommodations against beautiful mountain scenery with a wide variety of popular restaurants spanning across the region. Let’s start with a sumptuous buffet filled with decadent delights that awaits in one of the top Plateau destinations—The Inn at Pocono Manor. The grandeur of The Manor delightfully accentuates this sumptuous Thanksgiving Feast from noon to 7 p.m. Guests will enjoy a wide variety of stations filled with holiday favorites and much more. Tickets are $38.99 for adults, $29.99 seniors and kids ages 5-12 are $17.99 and include admission to The Inn at Pocono Manor’s Magical Fireside Christmas—sure to become a trusted tradition by all. Pocono Manor’s Director of Food and Beverage, Matthew Riviello comments, “Basically any option

they’re [guests] looking for they’re gonna find here.” Noting attention to prior year’s feedback resulting in a menu that includes seafood, pasta and the time-honored turkey carving station are just a few delicacies in store. From Pocono Manor we head to East Stroudsburg where The Big A Grillhouse joins the list of impressive holiday places with a buffet to satisfy any feasting frenzy from noon to 8 p.m. At $28.95 per person with seniors 65 and up $25.95 and kids 5-12 $12.95. There’s even a Kids Menu available! Hanging around Hawley? Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Banquet Center fits this year’s impressive Thanksgiving Day Buffet lineup. Serving succulent stations with hot entrees, soup, salads sides and more all from noon until 4 p.m. at a cost of $26.95 per person with kids under 12 $9.95. Newfoundland finds The French Manor nestled neatly amidst the countryside making the list with not only exciting Thanksgiving Day menu options but an elegant

ambiance to enjoy the holiday. From Pennsylvania Thanksgiving Hearth & Home Feast $35 and Pan Seared Duck Breast $40 to Coriander Dusted Chilean Sea Bass $44 with equally delectable bisques and appetizers. Reservations are required for all these amazing restaurants so call today and plan your Thanksgiving here in the Pocono Mountains—where else!

The Inn at Pocono Manor (800) 233-8150, www.PoconoManor.com

The Big A (570) 223-1700, www.BigAGrillehouse.com

Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Banquet Center (570) 226-7355, www.Ehrhardts.com

The French Manor (570) 676-3244, www.TheFrenchManor.com

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Barley Creek Brewing Company, Sullivan Trail and Camelback Road, Tannersville, (570) 629-9399, www.barleycreek.com.

Great food, beer and live entertainment.

Free brewery tours and beer tastings every day at 12:30 p.m.

Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Resort, Route 507, Hawley, (570) 226-4388,

www.ehrhardts.com. Live music on Fridays and Saturday nights featuring:

Right Side Up takes the stage November 21 from 8 p.m. to midnight

Compass sets their sights on Ehrhardt’s November 28 8 p.m. to midnight

Memorytown USA, 432 Grange Road, Mt. Pocono, (570) 839-1680, www.memorytownusa.com. Live music is set for the Lakeside Bar & Grill featuring

the area’s top local talent.

Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, Highway 315, Wilkes-Barre, (570) 831-2100, www.mohegansunpocono.com. Live music, exciting nightlife, great gaming promotions and amazing live entertainment:

Wisecrackers takes on the comedic talents of:

The Joke’s On You Comedy Tour November 21 & 22 starting at 9 p.m.

Louis Ramey, Brian Cichocki and Scott Bruce November 28 & 29 at 9 p.m.

Keystone Grand Ballroom welcomes:

Los Lobos November 22 at 8:00 p.m.

Breakers features:

Ostrich Hat November 21 performing at 9:30 p.m.

Bad Hair Day November 29 at 9:30 p.m.

Bar Louie delivers:

Flaxy Morgan November 21 at 9:30 p.m.

Toga Party November 22 at 9:30 p.m.

Mountain View Vineyards, 5866 Neola Road, Stroudsburg, (570) 619-0053,www.mountainviewvineyard.com.

Friday Happy Hour every Friday from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Robert Christian’s Restaurant, Route 940, Pocono Lake, (570) 646-0433, www.RobertChristiansPA.com.

Charming Pocono eatery offering daily specials and live entertainment.

The Shawnee Playhouse, 552 River Road, Shawnee-on-

Delaware, (570) 421-5093, www.theshawneeplayhouse.com.

Affordable world-class theater presenting classical and new plays, musicals, operas, concerts and Shakespeare.

Now to December 21: Scrooge

November 21 to December 20: A Christmas Peter Pan

December 2 to December 22: The Nutcracker Ballet

Van Gilder’s Jubilee Restaurant and Pub in the Pines, Route 940, Pocono Pines, (570) 646-2377, www.breakfastking.com. Daily specials.

Live entertainment on select dates.


he Great Stroudsburg Train Show makes tracks to Reeders;

Sunday, November 23 returning for its 30th annual exhibition from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Jackson Township Fire House on Route 715. The holiday season is upon us so ready those railways with a visit just off I-80 at Exit 299 as dealers await in every category of model trains from K-line, Lionel, MTH and Williams to Thomas the Tank Engine items.

Your $4 donation for admittance goes toward the restoration and repair of Tobyhanna

WondrousTrain A-track-tions

hanksgiving Day—the annual tradition encouraging time

spent surrounded by friends and family enjoying a wondrous feast. Nowadays, a visit at Steamtown National Historic Site to witness the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) US Holiday Train has become an increasingly popular Scranton custom, as crowds gather trackside to greet this spectacular 14-car train with plans to return for its 15th year, November 27 from 5:15 to 5:45 p.m.

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Normally closed for the holiday, SNHS plans to open from noon until 6:30 p.m. inviting all to tour the site then check out the brilliantly decorated CPRUSHT as it continues its invigorating goodwill journey stocking local food shelves and pantries across the U.S. and Canada.

While the event fosters generosity throughout the season welcoming donations of money and/or nonperishable food items; there’s festive fun to be had! Upon arrival at

the site, there’s a sight to be had as entertainers riding in vintage private cars, hop out and climb aboard a boxcar that opens into a stage with a performance leading into a sing-along!

It’s suggested guests arrive at least 15-30 minutes early so not to miss this spectacular spectacle that has raised more than $7.4 million and over 3 million pounds of food for those in need.

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SportsCLIMBING

CBK Mountain Adventures, Camelback Mountain Resort, Tannersville, (570) 629-1661, cbkmountainadventures.com. Swing, ride and glide through the treetops on zip lines, adventure courses and other amazing attractions!

Pocono TreeVentures, Bushkill, (800) 446-0231, poconotreeventures.com. Five courses with 66 elements plus dual racing zip lines. Adventures for beginner to expert climbers.

Pocono Vertical Ventures, Fernwood Resort in Bushkill, (888)337-6966, www.fernwoodresortpoconos.com. Jump, Climb, Bounce and Flip with Pocono Mountain Adventures latest attraction.

FISH AND PAY LAKES

Big Brown Fish and Pay Lakes, Route 115, Effort, (570) 629-0427,

bigbrownfish.com. Fish three ponds filled with trout and bass! No licenses required! Equipment rentals and bait available. Children 12 and under admitted free with adult. Group rates available.

Paradise Fishing Preserve, Route 191, Paradise Valley, (570) 629-0422, paradisetrout.com. Fish for trout and bass at this scenic Pocono destination! No licenses required! Children 12 and under admitted free with adult. Group rates available.

FISHING BAIT & TACKLE

Woehrle’s Bait Shop, Rt. 940 at Park Avenue in Mount Pocono, (570) 839-7338, woehrlesbaitshop.com. Live bait for all seasons. Celebrating over three decades in business, this complete bait shop is open every day, all year.

HORSEBACK RIDING

Paradise Riding Stables, Route 611, Mount Pocono, (570) 839-8340, PoconoHorses.com.

Enjoy the beautiful outdoors on horseback! Guided trail rides are offered during every season, seven days a week.

Fernwood Resort, Route 209, Bushkill, (888) 337-6966, fernwoodresortpoconos.com. Year-round trail rides. “Stay and Ride” packages available.

KART RACING

S&S Speedways Indoor Go-Karts, 2727 Hamilton East, Stroudsburg, (7062 Route 209), (570) 420-5500; SSSpeedways.com. Simulating dirt, S&S offers side-by-side racing that is fun and challenging for the novice and the racing enthusiast alike! Video games, pool table, and snack bar with full view of racing.

MINIATURE GOLF

Water Gap Trolley, 129 Main Street (Route 611S), Delaware Water Gap, (570) 476-9766, watergaptrolley.com. On-site miniature golf, scenic picnic area, pavilion and gift shop.

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SPORTS EQUIPMENT

Hunter’s Gallery, 237 Mt. Cobb Highway, Lake Ariel, (570) 689-7898, huntersgallery.com. Hunting and fishing equipment, archery supplies, apparel and more!

Starting Gate Action Sports, Route 209, Bushkill (adjacent to Pocono Indian Museum), (570) 588-4807, startinggateonline.com. Sports equipment, apparel and rentals. Minutes from Shawnee Mountain.

Woehrle’s Bait Shop, Rt. 940 at Park Avenue in Mount

MOUNTAIN COASTERS

CBK Mountain Adventures, Camelback Mountain Resort, Tannersville, (570) 629-1661, cbkmountainadventures.com. Pennsylvania’s only Mountain Coaster. Open weekends and holidays through the winter season.

PAINTBALL

Fernwood Resort, Route 209, Bushkill, (888) 337-6966, fernwoodresortpoconos.com. Resort guests receive discounts for Destination Earth Pocono Paintball. Wooded park and obstacle courses open year round. All equipment provided.

Kittatinny Paintball, 3854 State Route 97 Barryville New York, (800) 356-2852, kittatinny.com. Experience package savings with $10 off a river trip or zipline adventure when you sign-up for paintball! Half price camping special offers an additional discount option to select with your paintball adventure.

PLAY PARKS

Bushkill Falls, Route 209, Bushkill, (570)588-6682, visitbushkillfalls.com. Known as the “Niagara of Pennsylvania,” Bushkill Falls features eight breathtaking waterfalls, miles of hiking trails, picnic areas, miniature golf, paddleboats and more. New this (Continued on Page 26)

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TRAIN STATIONS

Steamtown National Historic Site, 150 South Washington Avenue, Scranton, (570) 340-5200, nps.gov/stea. Museums, excursions, exhibits and more!

Tobyhanna Train Station & Museum, Route 423 in Tobyhanna, (570) 894-3338. Open Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m. Recently restored station now serves as a railroad museum.

TROLLEY RIDES

Water Gap Trolley, 129 Main Street (Route 611S), Delaware Water Gap, (570) 476-9766, watergaptrolley.com. Authentically styled all-weather trolleys tour

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historic Delaware Water Gap and stop at points of interest. On-site miniature golf, scenic picnic area, pavilion and gift shop.

TUBING Blue Lightning All-Season Tubing, Fernwood Resort, Bushkill, (888) 337-6966, fernwoodresortpoconos.com. Experience the thrill of snowtubing year round at Fernwood! This all-season attraction features two 400+’ lanes and a “magic carpet” lift.

WILDLIFE ATTRACTIONS

Pocono Snake and Animal Farm, 424 Seven Bridges Road (Route 209), East Stroudsburg, (570) 223-8653, poconoanimals.com. See exotic reptiles and animals from around the world! A great “starter zoo” for kids where you can feed monkeys, bear and goats all year long! Open daily.

ZIP LINES

CBK Mountain Adventures, Camelback Road,

Tannersville, (570) 629-1661, cbkmountainadventures.com. 1,000’ zip lines; 4,000’ zip flyers, treetop adventure courses and more!

Pocono TreeVentures, Bushkill, (800) 446-0231, poconotreeventures.com. 1,000’

dual racing zip lines and other aerial adventures.

Kittatinny Ziplines, Milford, (800) FLOAT-KC, kittatinny.com. Ask for the Zip & Battle Special for $10 off a session of paintball.


Stroudsburg, (570) 992-6161, quietvalley.org. An authentic Pennsylvania German farmstead open seasonally and for special events.

Sculpted Ice Works Factory Tour & Ice Harvest Museum, Route 590, Lakeville, (570) 226-6246, sculptediceworks.com. The Poconos’ Coolest Attraction! Open year-round.

Shawnee Gallery, 114 Worthington Avenue, Shawnee-on-Delaware, (570) 420-9404, shawneegallery.com. Fine arts studio, museum and store featuring local art and crafts.

Steamtown National Historic Site, South Washington Avenue, Scranton, (570) 340-5200, nps.gov/stea. Living history and special exhibits; train excursions.

Stroud Mansion & Library, 900 Main Street, Stroudsburg, (570) 421-7703, monroehistorical.org. Stately mansion housing Monroe County artifacts and exhibits.

Tobyhanna Train Station & Museum, Route 423, Tobyhanna, (570) 894-3338. Recently restored station now serves as a railroad museum.

Art & History

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Coolbaugh Township Historical Association Museum, Route 611, Tobyhanna, (570) 894-4207, coolbaughtwp.org. Military pieces, ice harvesting tools and artifacts, and early photos in the Wills Mansion.

Eckley Miners’ Village, 2 Eckley Main Street, Weatherly, (570) 636-2070, eckleyminersvillagemuseum.com. Former anthracite mining community now a living museum.

Grey Towers National Historic Site, Milford, (570) 296-9630, greytowers.org. Ancestral home

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Morgan Gallery, 409 Route 940, Blakeslee, (570) 646-5333, morgangalleryonline.com. “The oldest art gallery in the Poconos.” Featuring original art by local artists.

Pocono Indian Museum & Gift Shop, Route 209, Bushkill, (570) 588-9338; poconoindianmuseum.com. Artifacts and crafts of Delaware River Native Americans.

Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, Quiet Valley Road

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The Resort at Mountain Springs Lake, Mountain Springs Drive, Reeders, (570) 629-0251, mslresort.com. “An enchanting Pocono resort” offering year-round mountain accommodations.

The Inn at Pocono Manor, Route 314, Pocono Manor, (800) 233-8150, poconomanor.com. Links, drinks and 40 winks await at this picturesque resort not to mention fly fishing, horseback riding and more!

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Countryside Cottages, 2863 Bartonsville Avenue, Stroudsburg, (570) 629-2131, countrysidecottages.com. Rustic mountain lodging available year round. Quaint cottages feature log-burning fireplaces, cable TV, and all the comforts of home.

Crescent Lodge & Country Inn, 5854 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco, (570) 595-7486, crescentlodge.com. Classic country inn in the Poconos. All suites and cottages have private baths and climate control, and many come with a fireplace, whirlpool and outdoor deck.

Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Resort, Route 507, Hawley, (570) 226-4388, ehrhardts.com. Lakeside resort with motel rooms, cottages, apartments and suites. Comfortable accomodation options include spacious motel rooms and family units, stylish suites and cozy cottages.

Fernwood Resort, 5785 Milford Road, Bushkill, (888) 337-6966, fernwoodresortpoconos.com. Luxury villa accommodations and exciting on-site activities. Enjoy the 18-hole, par 71 golf course, daily activities and special events.

French Manor Inn and Spa, 50 Huntingdon Drive, South Sterling, (877) 720-6090, thefrenchmanor.com. A beautiful stone chateau with romantic rooms and suites, an elegant dining room and a fully “green” spa.


November 28 through December 24: A Christmas Shop in the Christmas Spirit at The Briar Patch, Thornhurst, (570) 842-8072, www.briarpatchthornhurst.com. What a wonderful time of the year...Shopping Season! With wreaths, folk art, primitive crafts and more this is one stop you won’t want to miss! Checkout the website for hours.

Friday, December 5: Tree Lighting Holiday on the Courthouse Square, Downtown Scranton, www.visitnepa.org. Carriage rides, hot cocoa and the annual tree lighting are set to start at 6 p.m.

Saturday, December 6 and Sunday, December 7: Christmas Carol Reading at Grey Towers, Milford, (570) 296-9630, www.greytowers.org. As dramatic readings were very popular in the 1800’s Grey Towers continues the tradition with its 33rd year

hosting this dramatic reading to kickoff their holiday tour season. Saturday’s readings are at 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. with Sunday’s at 1 p.m. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased online.

Ongoing, November 28 through December 23: Franklin Lions Festival of Lights Returns! Lehighton, www.FranklinTwpLions.com. A virtual “Christmas City” awaits as Phifer Ice Dam Park overflows with thousands of twinkling lights ready to immerse you in the holiday spirit! Admission is $5 for adults with kids ages 4 to 12 $2. Don’t forget to bundle up as this is an outdoor tour!

Saturdays, December 6 and 13 then Sundays, December 7 and 14: Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm hosts 24th Annual Old Time Christmas, (570) 992-6161, www.quietvalley.org. From 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. evenings ignite with the holiday spirit filled with storytelling,

caroling, a live nativity scene and more as guest experience Christmas in the 1800’s. Cost is $10 for adults and $5 for kids ages 3-12.

Friday, December 12 through Sunday, December 14: Hawley Winterfest, Hawley, www.hawleywinterfest.com. Stroll through a magnificent weekend long winter wonderland with live performances and festive fun for all ages! With shopping, theater, art exhibits and more!

Saturday, December 13: HATT’s Home for the Holidays Concert, Pocono Lake United Methodist Church in Pocono Lake, (570) 646-7235, www.tobyhannatwphistory.com. Tickets are free but required. Available starting November 20. With the popularity of this amazing event we’re compelled to get this out there ASAP! Maximum 4 tickets per family.

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Franklin Lions

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSA Walk-Through Outdoor Holiday

Display of Lights and Music

Donation: $5.00 Adults$2.00 Children 4 -12 Years

Under 4 Free

For info, visit FranklinTwpLions.comor Call 610-714-2204

Food & BeveragesAvailable in

Christmas Café

Santa Appears Nightly

Friday-Saturday-SundayNov. 28 thru Dec. 235:00PM to 8:30PM

Phifer Ice Dam Park880 Main Road,

LehightonWEATHER PERMITTING

rom trees and soaring high-rises to the expansive night sky, this

time of year you name it and it’s illuminated! With a list of lighting festivals planned throughout the region, night-time is the right-time to check out NEPA!

Scranton hosts a lineup of light-ups starting with Scranton Times Tower lighting November 26 from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Featuring food and fireworks it’s eyes-to-the-skies for sure to witness this wondrous tradition!

December 5 follows with Tree Lighting Holiday on the Courthouse Square. Hot chocolate, along with horse and carriage rides along the streets of Downtown Scranton starting at 6 p.m. are set! Checkout www.visitnepa.org

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Turning to Lehighton—rediscover the magic of the holiday season with Franklin Lions Festival of Lights! The tradition continues with this sensational walk-through Phifer Ice Dam Park, November 28 through December 23! Follow the warm glow of holiday lights for an evening of seasonal merriment the whole family will enjoy!

Stroll through a magical winter wonderland to the cheerful sounds of holiday music while PIDP shines with the whimsical glow of LED displays from 5 to 8:30 p.m. See beautifully decorated Christmas trees and Ole’ Saint Nick himself as he appears nightly to take photographs and hear those Holiday Wish Lists.

Afterwards, stop by the Christmas café for a warm cup of

F cocoa and a holiday treat. There’s plenty of fun to be had at the Franklin Festival of Lights!

Admission is $5 for adults and $2 for children ages 4 through 12. Dress warmly; as this attraction once called a “Christmas City” is an outdoors! Phifer Ice Dam Park is located at 880 Main Road in Lehighton. Visit www.FranklinTwpLions.com

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“There’s no better way to get into the

holiday spirit” - Joel Christman/

Franklin Township Lions

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