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ALL OF PENNSYLVANIAS A STAGE: A ROUND-UP OF PERFORMING ARTS CENTERS
Staking outPAs Racinos
Have Leash,Will TravelA Side of History
PA Diners
PENNSYLVANIAINSIDERS GUIDEpursuits
CONTENTS ANNUAL INSIDERS GUIDE
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PAS DINERS The diner is an American institution,one thats alive and well in Pennsylvania. Learn the lingo,
meet the owners, and salivate over the blue plate special
in our spotlight on some of the best places to feed your
need for comfort food.
BY BOB FRYE
COLLEGE CONNECTION For every great college in PA, theres a great college town. Explore
10 of them with us, and discover cozy cafs, interesting
museums and more.
BY BLAKE VOSSEKUIL
HAVE LEASH, WILL TRAVEL If you fret at the thought of leaving Fluffy or Fido at a kennel, read our tips on
traveling comfortably with pets in the State of Independence.
BY GENNIFER BIGGS
RACINOS Gaming is big business across the state, with the arrival of the racino that racetrack/casino combo that
delivers big entertainment, often in plush surroundings.
BY G.W. MILLER III
FEATURES
DEPARTMENTS
TRAVEL GREEN Info on eco-friendly souvenirs,
hotels with a conscience and
eating local.
PA ON SCREEN & ON PAPERPAs big hits at the movies,
on TV and in novels.
BOX OFFICE INSIDERPennsylvanias performing arts
scene explored.
REGIONS
Regions at a Glance
Philadelphia and The Countryside
Northeast Pennsylvania Mountains
Pennsylvania Wilds
Pennsylvanias Great Lakes Region
Pittsburgh and Its Countryside
The Alleghenies and her Valleys
Dutch Country Roads
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With the Web an ever-increasing force in consumers travel planning, we wanted the Pennsylvania Pursuits Insiders Guide to evolve to meet your needs as travelers.
from the PA Tourism Office
BEHIND THE SCENES
Just what does it take to deliver a new
Pennsylvania Pursuits Insiders Guide to you?
First, it takes a commitment of time and talent:
Our closest guess is that, by the time this publication
goes to the printer, 57 people in ve different of ces
will have worked approximately 3,987 hours over the
course of 10 months to put a nished product into
your hands. We had a lot of fun doing it. Twenty- ve
writers from 20 Pennsylvania cities and towns wrote
our copy. Philadelphia-based freelance photographer
Jason Varney conducted three photo shoots for us,
including his favorite: a story on Pennsylvanias din-
ers (Jasons favorite dish: the baked beans at Kuppys in Middletown).
Senior Designer Jennifer Duncan loved creating the magazines new,
bright color palette and designing Have Leash, Will Travel (she has
two dogs and two cats of her own). As with any big new project, it was
a labor of love. In this case, however, delivery took on new meaning
as two key staff members (Editor Erica Levi Zelinger and Art Director
Kim Hanrahan) welcomed new editions in the middle of production:
babies Zoey Pearl and Oliver Doran. From our gorgeous cover, shot at
Water Works restaurant in Philadelphia to our chock-full-of-ideas
regional sections, we hope you enjoy the read. Weve enjoyed the ride.
Gone is the phone book model of destination guides, with endless pages of
listings. (Looking for an individual listing? Find it at your ngertips on our award-
winning travel website, visitPA.com.) Now in your hands is the Pennsylvania
Pursuits Insiders Guide, lled with inviting stories about the Commonwealths
unique attractions, diverse communities and favorite hotspot suggestions from
locals. The Guide continues to be organized by our tourism regions, which allows
you to explore attractions just around the corner from your initial destination. We
have packed it with roadtrips and getaway ideas that reach into every nook and
cranny of the state.
HOW DID WE DO? Please send us your thoughts on the new Insiders Guide to
[email protected]. J. Mickey Rowley, Deputy Secretary of Tourism
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
Edward G. Rendell Governor
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
George Cornelius Secretary
J. Mickey RowleyDeputy Secretary of Tourism
Richard Bonds Executive Director Tourism Marketing
Michael Chapaloney Director of Tourism Communications
Kalin Miller Publications Manager
MILES MEDIAJay Salyers
Regional Publisher
Hannah Kelbaugh Project Manager
Janet Fusco Executive Editor
Erica Levi Zelinger Editor
Kim Hanrahan Art Director
Jennifer Duncan Senior Designer
Mike Tompkins Photo Library Manager
Melissa Chaffee Advertising Account Manager
Jim Hambrick Loren JordanRob Schwab
Sales
RED TETTEMERSteve Red
President, Chief Creative Officer
Bryon LomasVP, Creative Director
Jennifer OstrichVP, Director of Account Management
Greg OLoughlinAccount Director
Behind the Scenes
Thank you to all contributing photographers for their beautiful images: John Baker, Becky Thurner Braddock, Bill Denver, Eric Forberger, James Fotia, Michael P. Gadomski, Dan Gardner, Jeff Greenberg, Ron Lutz II, Matt McCourtney, Kent Nelson, Shawn Ryan, Chris Sembrot, Mike Tompkins, Jason Varney and GPTMC photographers K. Ciappa, R. Kennedy, B. Krist, A. Nowitz and Leonardi.
Thank you to contributing illustrator: Teresanne C. Russell.
And, to all of the writers who provided their insider knowledge on Pennsylvania, thank you for being the eyes and ears of the Keystone State: Gennifer Biggs, Marianne Clay, Heather DalleTezze, Lisa Duchene, Eric Fengler, Bob Frye, Bryan Greenberg, Melissa Auman Greiner, Christen Gruebel, Jennifer Iacovelli, Katy Rank Lev, Jeff P. Lewis, Diane McCormick, James McWhinney, Kim Maialetti, Blake Miller, George Miller III, Heidi Ruby Miller, Sue Marquette Poremba, Robyn Russo, Mary Stotler, Constance Trump, Elaine Vitone, Ed Wetschler and April White.
On the set, from left: Miles Medias Jennifer Duncan designing content. Phila-delphias Water Works cover photo shoot; photographer Jason Varney getting the perfect shot.
At time of press, every effort was made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained within this magazine. The Pennsylvania Tourism Office and The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania are not responsible for any typographical errors or omissions. We recommend that you call establishments before traveling to obtain current information.
For additional copies, go to visitPA.com or call 800.VISIT.PA.For advertising information, please send your request to [email protected] 2009/2010 Pennsylvania Pursuits Insiders Guide is a publication of the Pennsylvania Tourism Office. All rights reserved. 2009.This publication may not be reproduced in whole or part in any form by any means, electronic or mechan-ical, including photography, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system known or hereafter invented without written permission from the Pennsylvania Tourism Office. The information and advertisements in this publication do not imply endorsement by the Pennsylvania Tourism Office, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or the publisher.
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WHEREVER YOURE HEADED, A GREAT STAY IS NEVER FAR AWAY
Pennsylvania is full of great things to see and do, and with Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express, a fun and
affordable stay is always just around the corner. At Holiday Inn, youll enjoy restaurants where Kids Eat Free*, as
well as lounges and room service. And at Holiday Inn Express youll be able to jumpstart your day with the Free Hot
Express Start breakfast bar. Plus, at any of our hotels, enjoy FREE high-speed Internet access and Priority Club
Rewards** every time you stay. Book the Visitors Guide Rate and you can enjoy our great rooms and amenities at
a signi cant discount.
Visit holidayinn.com/state or call 1-800-HOLIDAY (1-800-465-4329) and ask for the Visitors Guide Rate.
* Kids Eat Free is available for kids 12 and under (kids age 5 years old and under at Nickelodeon Family Suites by Holiday Inn), see website for full details. **For complete Priority Club Rewards terms & conditions visit PriorityClub.com or call 1-888-211-9874. 2008 InterContinental Hotels Group. All rights reserved. Most hotels are independently owned and/or operated.
ENJOY SPECIAL SAVINGS JUST FOR PENNSYLVANIA TRAVELERS.
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ALLENTOWN AREA
Allentown Dorney Park Area(610) 437-9255
Allentown - I-78 (Lehigh Valley)(610) 391-1000
Allentown Center City(610) 433-2221
ALTOONA(814) 944-9661
BLOOMSBURG(570) 387-6702
BREEZEWOOD(814) 735-7666
CHAMBERSBURG(717) 709-9009
CLARION(814) 226-8850
EASTON (610) 923-9495
FRACKVILLE(570) 874-1700
FRANKLIN Oil City(814) 677-2640
HARRISBURG AREA
Elizabethtown (Hershey Area)(717) 367-4000
Harrisburg Carlisle (717) 245-2400
Harrisburg - East (Airport Area)(717) 939-7841
Harrisburg Hershey (717) 657-2200
Harrisburg West (717) 697-0321
Harrisburg (Hershey Area) I-81(717) 469-0661
Harrisburg (PA Tpk Exit 40A)(717) 774-2721
Hershey (Harrisburg Area) (717) 583-0500
INDIANA (724) 463-3561
LANCASTER AREA
Lancaster Lititz (717) 625-2366
Lancaster Rockvale Outlets (717) 293-9500
Lancaster County (717) 336-7541
MEADVILLE (I-79 EXIT 147A)(814) 724-6012
MORGANTOWN/PA TURNPIKE EX 298 (610) 286-3000
MT PLEASANT Scottdale(724) 547-2095
PHILADELPHIA AREA
Fort Washington(215) 643-3000
King of Prussia(610) 768-9500
Philadelphia Stadium(215) 755-9500
Philadelphia NE Bensalem(215) 638-1500
West Chester (610) 692-1900
PHILADELPHIA DOWNTOWN AREA
Philadelphia Historic District(215) 923-8660
Philadelphia Midtown (215) 735-9300
PITTSBURGH AREA
Beaver Falls (PA Tpk Exit 13)(724) 846-3700
Center Township(724) 728-5121
Irwin (PA Tpk Exit 67)(724) 861-9000
Pittsburgh Allegheny Vly-RIDC(412) 963-0600
Pittsburgh Intl Airport(412) 262-3600
Pittsburgh North Hills(412) 366-5200
Pittsburgh Parkway East (412) 247-2700
Pittsburgh Airport (412) 788-8400
Pittsburgh West Mifflin (412) 469-1900
Washington Meadow Lands (724) 222-6200
QUAKERTOWN(215) 529-7979
READING(610) 372-0700
SCRANTON AREA
Scranton East (Dunmore)(570) 343-4771
Wilkes Barre/Scranton (Airport)(570) 654-3300
Wilkes Barre East(570) 825-3838
SOMERSET(814) 445-9611
STATE COLLEGE @WILLIAMSBURG SQ(814) 867-1800
UNIONTOWN(724) 437-2816
Holiday Inn Location Holiday Inn Express Location
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READY SET GO PA
The Keystone State ventures into 2009 with a list of new attractions, anniversary celebrations and fun awards that showcase the best of the best around Pennsylvania.
PENNSYLVANIA, A NATURAL CHOICE:
This year, Pennsylvania is adopting several green
initiatives to cut down on our carbon footprint,
including the new Pennsylvania Wilds Elk Country
Visitor Center in Benezette. In addition to help-
ing ensure the future of elk and other wildlife, the
center was built with locally available materials and
designed to lessen environmental impact.
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY:
There are lots of candles to be blown out this year
as we celebrate the arts, oil history and travel. The
Westmoreland Museum of American Art in Greens-
burg celebrates 50 years of exhibiting American and
southwestern Pennsylvania art. The Oil Heritage
Region honors its 150th anniversary of the start of
the modern petroleum industry. The Hotel Hershey
will embark on a $55 million expansion to com-
memorate its 75th anniversary.
IN THE NEWS:
Walk Score, a website that promotes walkable
communities, ranked Philadelphia the 5th most
walkable U.S. city. The top seven neighborhoods
in Philadelphia, the survey said, are considered
Walkers Paradises.
New Ways in PA
PA POSTCARDMuddy Creek in
Lawrence County. Photograph by
James Fotia
NEIGHBORHOOD VODCASTS Discover Phillys most fascinating neighborhoods on a video tour and Eat Your
Way Through Chinatown or learn about Fishtown and
Kensington: Sustainable and Green.
www.uwishunu.com
NAVIGATING PHILADELPHIA Tour Philadelphias most historic square mile with the GPS Ranger, a multimedia
guide with videos, imagery and fun facts. Pick one up at
the Independence Visitor Center ($15.95).
www.independencevisitorcenter.com
MAPPING IT OUT Take a roadtrip across visitPA.coms redesigned website. Follow the new interactive map with
suggested itineraries, and then download entertaining
podcasts. Want to tell your own roadtrip tale? Log onto
visitPA.com to share your story!
visitPA.com
New Ways to See PA
Planning a trip to Pennsylvania? Log on or tune in to
some of the Keystone States interactive content.
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Wine TrailsWilliam Penn brought grapevines with him to the new world in the 1600s, and now Pennsylvania has wineries and vineyards in more than half of its 67 counties. The Pennsylvania Winery Associations website provides PA wine news, PA wine facts and a list of wineries that celebratethe states wide range of grape varieties.
FOR MORE INFO, LOG ONTO WWW.PENNSYLVANIAWINE.COM
PLUGGED IN TO PENNSYLVANIA
History TrailsTake a journey on PAs four trails of history exploring the rich heritage and idyllic beauty of the state. No matter which trail you choose the Military History Trail, Industrial Heritage Trail, Rural Farm and Village History Trail or Historic Homes Trail it will lead you to experience the people, places and events that make Pennsylvania so special.
FOR MORE INFO, LOG ONTO WWW.PATRAILSOFHISTORY.COM
Pennsylvania FestivalsPunxsutawneys Ground-hog Day is the only Pennsylvania festival where a furry rodent pops his head out of a hole, but the Keystone State has more than 100 exciting fairs and festivals all year long. Celebrate music, heritage, lm and contemporary arts and make a weekend roadtrip out of it!
FOR MORE INFO, LOG ONTO VISITPA.COM/FESTIVALS
State Parks and ForestsPennsylvanias 2.1 million acres of state forest land and 117 state parks are just a click away. The Commonwealths Depart-ment of Conservation and Natural Resources website offers a wide range of out-door adventure suggestions, greenways and trail information, hot topics and park pro les at a glance.
FOR MORE INFO, LOG ONTO WWW.DCNR.STATE.PA.US
Guiding Your WayPennsylvania is an amazing place to visit, but dont just take it from us! Check out these new guides:
Compass American Guides: Pennsylvania, 3rd edition, $15.95 - Douglas L. Root. This updated guide features PAs newest attractions plus the authors favorite restaurants and hotels around the state.
Insiders Guide to Pennsylvania Dutch Country, 2ndedition, $17.95 - Marilyn Odesser-Torpey. The author, a native of Philadelphia, fell so deeply in love with Dutch Country while researching her book, she moved there. Informational icons throughout highlight useful tidbits for readers.
Joe Sixpacks Philly Beer Guide: A Reporters Notes on the Best Beer Drinking City in America, $14.95 - Don Russell.Philadelphia Daily News reporter Don Russell isnt just partial to Phillys classic watering holes; he claims that beer is in Phillys DNA. Chapters cover breweries, brew pubs and, of course, the beer.
Backyard Birds of Pennsylvania, $9.99 - Bill Fenimore.From ruby-throated hummingbirds to black-capped chickadees, keep this guide handy as you stroll PAs neighborhoods.
Best Hikes Near Pittsburgh, $16.10 - Bob Frye.Best Hikes Near Pittsburgh is unique among hiking books covering the Greater Pittsburgh region and western Pennsylvania. It highlights more hikes - 70 altogether - than any other book on the market. You even get GPS coordinates for the trailhead.
BOOMING BLOG Looking for that out-of-the-way burger heaven or details on a summer street festival? Prefer to post
your own opinions on that funky PA gift shop you happened
upon or where you saw the prettiest sunset in the whole
state? Become a guest blogger on www.thesavvygrouse.com
and share your comments on Pennsylvania travel.
www.thesavvygrouse.com
A WILD RIDE Get in touch with your wild side with one of PAWilds.coms podcasts, well-narrated entertaining audio
fi les about Cherry Springs Dark Skies, Pine Creek, the Al-
legheny National Forest and Punxsutawney. Youll hear great
suggestions on scenic overlooks, restaurants, attractions,
hiking hotspots and some background on Groundhog Day.
www.pawilds.com
SOUND IT OUT Plug into SoundAboutPhilly.com and let a Philadelphia Magazine editor take you on a tour of fashion-
able hotspots, attractions and a favorite restaurant.
www.SoundAboutPhilly.com
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FOR THOSE WHO LIKE TO DRIVE, more than 120,000
miles of roadways crisscross the Commonwealth. To help
you along your way are 14 of cial Commonwealth Welcome
Centers at key border locations. Visitors receive personal-
ized travel counseling; free accommodation reservation ser-
vice; road and weather condition information; customized
driving directions; and free maps, guides and brochures
from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., seven days a week, year round.
Each Welcome Center is also an interstate rest area offering
restrooms, vending machines and picnic areas to travelers
24 hours a day, year round.
800-VISIT-PA operators are also available 24 hours a day,
seven days a week to help you make hotel reservations and
answer your travel questions.
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WELCOME CENTER INFORMATION
Planning a Pennsylvania roadtrip? For information on road conditions, traffi c and
transit information, call 888.783.6783 or 717.783.5186.
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Pennsylvania Great LakesI-90 Westbound mile west of PA/NY border North East, PA 16428
Shenango ValleyI-80 Eastbound mile east of PA/OH borderWest Middlesex, PA 16159
WashingtonI-70 Eastbound5 miles east of PA/WV borderClaysville, PA 15323
Laurel HighlandsI-79 Northbound5 miles north of PA/WV borderMount Morris, PA 15349
Allegheny MountainsI-70 Westbound mile north of PA/MD borderWarfordsburg, PA 17267
Dutch CountryI-81 Northbound1.5 miles north of PA/MD borderState Line, PA 17263
YorkI-83 Northbound2.5 miles north of PA/MD borderShrewsbury, PA 17361
Brandywine ValleyI-95 Northbound mile north of PA/DE borderLinwood, PA 19061
NeshaminyPA Turnpike, I-276 WestboundNorth Neshaminy Service PlazaTrevose, PA 19053
Lehigh ValleyI-78 Westbound mile west of PA/NJ borderEaston, PA 18042
Gateway to Route 6I-84, Exit 53 mile west of PA/NY borderMatamoras, PA 18336
Delaware Water GapI-80, Exit 310 mile west of PA/NJ BorderDelaware Water Gap, PA 18327
Endless MountainsI-81 Southbound mile south of PA/NY BorderGreat Bend, PA 18821
TiogaRoute 15 Southbound7 miles south of PA/NY borderTioga, PA 16946
Look for these welcome center icons on the map below.
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How to TRAVEL GREENPennsylvaniaVisit PAs eco-friendly hotels and inns. Youll have fun and youll even pick up
some tips on lowering your homes bills while increasing your familys comfort.
GREEN PA PRODUCTS
If you recycle, monitor
your energy usage, or do
anything else to help the
planet, you can be an
iCon: Just go to Penn-
sylvanias Department of
Conservation and Natural
Resources iConserve
website and describe
what youre up to, as
Sarah, a resident of New
Jersey, did. I dont just
take walks, says Sarah,
who visits Penns Woods
with her child. I create a
naturalist. Kristen Hand
of DCNR adds, Our iCons
inspire us all to keep this
state beautiful.
www.iconservepa.org
ering thermostat settings in
unused rooms, laundering at
off-peak hours and compost-
ing to make free fertilizer.
Eat local. Weatherbury Farm in Avella grows and serves
organic produce, of course,
but so do the Speedwell Forge
B&B in Lititz, Bethlehems
Sayre Mansion Inn and other
inns. Milfords Cliff Park Inn
Rolling out the green carpet.
The Harrisburg Holiday Inn
is one of many hotels that
urge long-stay guests not to
request daily linen changes
(and washes). And from
Philadelphias Rittenhouse
Hotel to State Colleges Hilton
Garden Inn, hotels are using
compact uorescent light
bulbs, low- ow faucets, low-
GARDEN FRESH: The Sayre Mansion grows its own produce.
A salad t for four with whatever herbs and edible fresh owers in season are growing out back mint, basil, oregano and thyme, perhaps.
EDGEWOOD HERBS & GIFT SHOP 89 SCHOOL ST., KANE814.837.7704
Green home furnishings include the Pearl Square Butter y hand-colored, recycled glass plate ($33), microwave-safe (for gentle heat) and made in PA. HOME & PLANET, 25 E. THIRD ST., BETHLEHEMWWW.HOMEANDPLANET.COM; 610.866.7370
iCONSERVE
A Brazilian cooperative sows and sews this Rio Peasant Dress ($88) of natural cotton. They grow it in four colors, instead of using dye.
PROVIDENCE BOUTIQUE 102 S. MARKET STREET, MECHANICSBURG,WWW.PROVIDENCEBOUTIQUE.COM, 717.858.6592
Recent-vintage bath and kitchen pieces, appliances, light xtures, etc., rescued from upscale homes that are being redecorated.
GREEN DEMOLITIONS 45 BROWN ST., HONESDALE, WWW.GREENDEMOLITIONS.COM; 570.253.8933
AFM Safecoat Paint ($42) is colorful, durable, and like all this stores wares, genuinely non-toxic.
ENVIRONMENTAL HOME 550 CARPENTER LANE, PHILADELPHIA, WWW.ENVIRONMENTALHOMESTORE.COM; 215.844.4733
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SCREEN & on PAPER
Chock-full of history, architecture and person-ality, its no surprise writers have turned to
Pennsylvania when in need of a vibrant backdrop for their latest blockbuster, TV show or novel.
By Melissa Auman Greiner
ROCKY Its impossible not to think of this
lms boxing hero without also thinking
of his jog up the steps of the Philadelphia
Museum of Art. Recreate the scene on
your own, then pose with a bronze of
Balboa himself to commemorate the
event. Also, be sure to head to the Italian
Market to get a taste of Rockys neighbor-
hood and some homemade pasta.
THE DEER HUNTER Three young men from a small Western Pennsylvania
town watch their lives change during the Vietnam War in this
lm that won ve Oscars. While the movie was lmed in various
places, the scenes create a stunning look at the working class
steel towns that made up the region in the 60s.
THE BLOB When a meteor falls to Earth near a small town, it brings
with it a mysterious jelly-like creature that slowly consumes every-
thing in its path. The lm, partially shot in Phoenixville, 30 miles
from Philadelphia, stars the towns movie theatre, The Colonial.
To honor the original lms 1958 release, the theatre holds a
re-enactment every year in which hundreds of frenzied fans run
screaming from its front doors in terror.
FLASHDANCE
They call it Steel
City, so its no
wonder the movie
about Alex, the
welder who
dreams of being
a ballerina, opens
with blowtorches
and sparks.
While the steel
mill where she
worked has since
been converted
into loft apart-
ments, you can
still see some
of the featured
Pittsburgh sites.
Multiple scenes
were lmed at
the Carnegie
Institute, includ-
ing the Hall of
Statues. Check
out Station
Square and the
surrounding
area, too.
THE OFFICE A group of strong personalities butt
heads at a struggling paper company in
this NBC sitcom set in Scranton. The city
has a close relationship with
the producers, sending
them numerous Scranton
items to authentize
the of ce, including
Dwights Froggy 101 FM
bumper sticker.
WITNESS Worlds collide and contrast in this lm
when a young Amish boy is the only witness
to a murder. Between his trips to Philadelphia
and the investigators visits to their small
community outside of Lancaster, both big
city buildings (30th Street Station) and
quaint country spots (the general store in
Intercourse) are featured.
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4MARLEY & ME
Based on the best-seller, this recent release showcases the
relationship between a beloved, but badly behaved, dog
and his master. Filming includes the charming town of
West Chester, as well as The Philadelphia Inquirer building
where author John Grogan was a columnist.
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BLOBFEST BLOB TOUR:The Blob may
fi nds its way to
the Colonial
Theatre in 2009
and ooze through
the heating vent,
traveling to
several locations
in Phoenixville,
Royersford and
Downingtown
where it made
itself known.
www.the
colonialtheatre.
com
THE OFFICE TOUR OF SCRANTON
While Dwights
beet farm isnt
on the route,many
Scranton hotspots
mentioned or
featured in the
show are.
www.scranton
timestribune.com/
projects/maps/
map3.3.html
PHILADELPHIA IN THE MOVIES TOUR
See the sights
and dine in
the restaurants
your favorite
actors did
through this
tour certifi ed
by the Greater
Philadelphia
Film Offi ce.
www.tour
signup.com/
movie
MIRACLES ON MAPLE HILL, Virginia SorensenA family moves to an old cottage set in the bucolic country-side of Northwestern Pennsylvania and discovers the beauty and wonder of nature in this Newbery Award winner. The new environment proves the perfect answer to Fathers distress upon returning from the War.
EVERYDAY PEOPLE, Stewart ONanONan has been touted as one of the 20 Best Young American Novelists, and this dynamic book set in Pittsburgh is an example of why. The story follows a trou-bled black family as they learn about their cultures past and try to understand their future amid an array of sensitive issues.
JOE TURNERSCOME & GONE, August WilsonAfter years in a chain gang, Herald Loomis arrives at a 1911 Pittsburgh boarding-house to regain his life. He quickly realizes he will need the help of his wife, whom he left years ago. Wilsons play shows the pain and patience of African Americans in a changing world.
APPOINTMENT IN SAMARRA, John OHaraBased in the ctional town of Gibbsville (an imaginary version of the real-life Pottsville) in the winter of 1930, this acclaimed novel focuses on the small-town struggles of the society couple Julian and Caroline English. Like many other OHara stories, this book draws on his childhood mem-ories of the coal region in Schuylkill County.
THE SIXTH SENSE
Philadelphia gets another close-
up in this M. Night Shyamalan favorite
where a boy sees dead people through-
out town. Aside from many great street
scenes, check out St. Augustines Church
in Old City.
ITS ALWAYS SUNNY IN PHILADELPHIA A group of 20-somethings tries to run a bar in this FX comedy set in South Philly. The creators work in a number of area landmarks each episode, including South Street and stadium shots in the opening credits. Episodes have also included Pats and Genos, the neighborhoods long-time cheesesteak.
BACK TO YOU
Starring comedy favorites Kelsey
Grammar and Patricia Heaton, viewers
of this FOX show discovered the wacky
antics of Pittsburghs evening news team.
Fun references to the city included read-
ings of the Pittsburgh Post Gazette as
well as pronunciation jokes about the
areas complex names, like Monongahela
(Monongahela)!
GROUNDHOG DAY
Small-time newsman Phil gets an unusual wake-up
call in this lm, set over and over on Groundhog Day in
Punxsutawney. Visitors can experience the event them-
selves, without the dj vu, every February when the towns
famous furry resident searches for his shadow during a
three-day festival.
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From musical buffs to Shakespeare afi cionados, Pennsylvanias performing arts scene offers its audiences the leading role. Broaden
your horizons with the hottest tickets around.
Pennsylvania Box Office Insider
Look no further than these theaters, which showcase big-name touring productions from todays leading performers.
presenters
Eisenhower Auditorium, University Park
Hosting well-loved theatrical productions, renowned
music acts and eye-opening performance art, Penn
States premier venue presents an eclectic mix to please
both veteran and novice show-goers. www.cpa.psu.edu
SPOTLIGHT ATTRACTION NEARBY: For the full Penn State experience, join legions of die-hard fans at Beaver Stadium for a Nittany Lions football game.
SPOTLIGHT ATTRACTION NEARBY: A hundred thousand welcomes, traditional Irish fare and post-show revelry await you at the Harp & Fiddle Irish Pub & Restaurant.
SPOTLIGHT ATTRACTION NEARBY: Continue your cultural education
explore collections from Warhol himself and
other infl uential contemporary artists at The
Andy Warhol Museum.
Strand-Capitol Performing Arts Center, York The Strand-
Capitol offers a packed performance schedule in its multi-
million dollar dual facility. Plus, both theaters are supported
exclusively through ticket sales and donations, so its profes-
sional lineup is brought to you by you! www.strandcapitol.org
SPOTLIGHT ATTRACTION NEARBY:
Thrill the kids with a
quick jaunt to Dutch
Wonderland amuse-
ment park for rides and
attractions the whole
family can enjoy.
OReilly Theater,
Pittsburgh
The OReilly Theater is the only
downtown performance venue
that features a thrust stage, a
platform that extends into the
audience on three sides, provid-
ing traditional theater with a
unique twist. www.pgharts.org
Fulton Theatre,
Lancaster
A National Historic
Landmark, the Fulton
Theatre boasts a well-
rounded theatrical experi-
ence. With family-friendly
offerings, mainstage
showstoppers and cabaret
performances in constant
rotation all the ingre-
dients for a big night out
are ripe for the picking.
Schedule an hour-long
tour behind the scenes
to make the most of your
visit. www.thefulton.org
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Get a front-row seat to watch the local talent pool provoke or inspire you with its programs, plus the traditional favorites you love.
producers
SPOTLIGHT ATTRACTION NEARBY: Great for a group, or just dinner for two, authen-tic Spanish tapas is just a short walk away at Amada.
SPOTLIGHT ATTRACTION NEARBY:Visit Mountain Creek Riding Stable and
take in the scenery of the surrounding Pocono
Mountains by horseback.
SPOTLIGHT ATTRACTION NEARBY:
Love the nightlife?
Keep the good times
rolling with slots, fi ne
dining and more at
Presque Isle Downs.
Community Arts Center,
WilliamsportThe building that houses
the Community Arts Center
has been a Williamsport
institution since the 1920s.
CACs magni cent space
remains a respected
institution for both touring
artists and locals.
http://pct.edu/commart
SPOTLIGHT ATTRACTION NEARBY: Do it for the love of the game. No trip to Williamsport is complete without a stop
at the Little League Museum.
Sherman Theater, StroudsburgRecently renovated, the Sherman Theater features several
local production companies as well as dance acts, theatri-
cal productions and musicians from around the country.
Its superb acoustics and intimate setting make it a favor-
ite for fans and artists alike. www.shermantheater.com
Erie Playhouse, Erie The caliber of talent is
extremely high at Erie
Playhouse, where a com-
munity comes together to
bring audiences to their feet.
Patrons are often surprised
to discover its performers,
orchestra members and
stage crew are all volunteers.
www.erieplayhouse.org
Arden Theatre, PhiladelphiaShowcasing award-winning performances for children
and adults, the Arden Theatre is Philadelphias leading
destination for new works and local talent. An ambitious
season schedule means theres always something to see,
even for the time-crunched. www.ardentheatre.org
Long before there were drive-through restaurants, the diner offered Pennsylvanias predecessor to fast food. Quick service, home-style meals served in large portions, and buildings shaped like rail cars (and often transported to their sites via train) made the diner an everymans eatery.
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diner a 1933 Ward and Dickinson
Deluxe model and settle onto one
of the original stools, close enough
to the grill to almost reach over
and fry your own eggs, and youd
almost expect talk of the countrys
newest president to be about
Franklin D. Roosevelt.
Scientists have yet to come up with
a way to travel through time, but you
wouldnt know it stepping through the
door at Kuppys Diner.
The buildings brick faade
makes it look like any other
Harrisburg-area restaurant from the
outside. But walk into the long, narrow
The Numbers Game
Over the years, Pennsylvania has
had thousands of diners; today
slightly more than 200 remain.
SERVE UP A SIDE OF HISTORYBy Bob Frye
Pennsylvania Pennsylvania diners
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Thats no accident, said Carol Kupp,
who, together with her husband Greg
and daughter Rachel, represents the
fourth and fi fth generations of Kupps to
operate the Middletown diner.
I think people like coming to a
place they know, where a lot of the faces
are the same and good food is served in
generous portions and the service is fast
and friendly. Theres a lot to be said for
that, Kupp says.
Indeed, those very features have
allowed authentic diners factory-
built restaurants shipped whole from
manufacturers to not only survive, but
enjoy a revival, said Brian Butko, author
of the book Diners of Pennsylvania.
I think diners have the perfect
niche because theyre sort of like a
chain restaurant in that they look
similar, but each one has a distinctive
style, Butko says.
Theres a wide sampling of
Pennsylvania diner architecture from
barrel-shaped roofs to glass and chrome
giants, but independent ownership
means varied personality.
While you can go to one knowing
what the food is going to be like, whether
it be a hamburger or a grilled cheese or
a milkshake, theres still some adventure
because every one is decorated
differently and has its own specialty,
which is usually something refl ective of
its town or its owner, adds Butko.
At the Melrose Diner, for example
a South Philadelphia institution since
1935 known for its jingle, Everybody
who knows, goes to Melrose customers
have been able to enjoy the same French
PLATE IT UP
The oyster pie is a special
at Kuppys in Middletown.
On the menu since Day
One, it features fresh
Baltimore oysters and other
ingredients in a homemade
crust. But you have to know
just when to get your fi x: Its
only available every other
Friday during months that
have an R in them!
OVER THE COUNTER: Left, Kuppys Diner interior;
right, Nelle Rounsaville inside her Wellsboro Diner.
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toast recipe for decades: custard-dipped,
baked and then grilled. Each year, more
than 800,000 people visit the Melrose
Diner to sample the French toast and
other traditional favorites, such as
chipped beef on toast.
Our customer base is everyone
from the guy who lives down the street
to big business owners to Ed Snider,
owner of the Philadelphia Flyers, says
Anthony Cortese, general manager of
the Melrose.
Of course, if theres one thing
virtually all diners are known for, its
homemade pies. Most offer a dozen or
more varieties from apple and cherry
to pumpkin and blueberry cream
baked fresh daily on site.
I once tried to ask Holly, our baker,
how many pies we sell in a years time,
and she looked at me like I was crazy,
says Nelle Rounsaville, owner of the
Wellsboro Diner in the Pennsylvania
Wilds, with a laugh. She comes in at
3:30 each morning to make pies and
always wonders where all of the ones
she made the day before went. She told
me she didnt have time to count them.
Beyond the food, what makes
the Pennsylvania diner experience
really special is that diner guests and
their servers grow to know one another
over time.
The Melrose has had six employees
with 50 years of service to the diner,
and more than 50 with 25 years, says
The mystique of diners crosses generational lines,
from grandparents to parents
and even teenagers. Its
rare to fi nd something with
that broad appeal. Brian Butko, author, Diners of Pennsylvania
ON THE MENU: From left to right, the club sandwich and fries at Kuppys;
view from Kuppys counter; outside the Melrose Diner.
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Cortese, himself a 38-year veteran
of the business.
Such longevity breeds a
comfortable familiarity between
customers and staff, agrees Marilyn
Hafer, manager and 27-year employee
of Deans Diner in Blairsville near
Pittsburgh.
You know what time of year it is
by when some customers come through
the door, Hafer said. They might be on
their way to summer camp, or to a Pitt
or Penn State game, but you recognize
them and come to expect them. Even if
you dont know their names, you know
them by what they order.
Thats why diners are so much
fun, Butko says.
DEFINING THE DINERWhat makes a diner authentic?An honest-to-goodness diner, says Brian Butko, is one that was built in a factory and shipped whole to its home.
The diner look evolved over time: From 1920 to 1940, many diners resembled railroad cars. In the 1950s, the chrome outer space- style landed in Pennsylvania. The environmentally conscious 1960s brought brick and stone.
Interestingly, Pennsylvania has a unique claim on diner history. Since the diner revival of the 1990s, the Keystone State has become the leading diner export state.
Because it was an undertaking to get them over the mountains from east to west, Butko says, those that made the trip stayed and survived. So when interest in diners came back, people outside of the state came here to fi nd them and take them back with them.
DINER LINGO A blonde with sand: coffee with cream and sugar
Dough well done: buttered toast
2 cows & make em cry: two hamburgerswith onions
Whistleberries: baked beans
Cow feed: salad
Its been nearly a decade since I fi rst saw Penn State. I didnt originally plan to go to school there. I wanted a city school, not cow pastures and foot-ball. But when I drove through the campus the summer after high school graduation, I felt what other PSU students had told me Id feel magic.
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THE ALLEGHENIES AND HER VALLEYS:
Penn State University, University ParkPenn State may sit in the middle of nowhere, but youd certainly never know it. Bill Pickles Tap
Room offers a DJ, good beer and comfort food. Head off-campus to the American Ale House & Grill
(renovated a couple of years ago) then reserve a room at the Colonial-style Nittany Lion Inn or at
the traditional Atherton Hotel. Learn about the legendary Nittany Lions from every sport at the
Penn State All Sports Museum, located at the southwest corner of Beaver Stadium. The annual
Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts held every July is also a must. MORE>> www.psu.edu
SUBURBAN SQUARE IN ARDMORE,NEAR HAVERFORD COLLEGE
LEWISBURG ICE FEST, NEAR BUCKNELL UNIVERSITY
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BEN FRANKLIN SCULPTURE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA IN PHILADELPHIA
CARLISLE THEATRE IN CARLISLE, NEAR DICKINSON COLLEGE
DIAMOND PARK IN MEADVILLE,NEAR ALLEGHENY COLLEGE
BILL PICKLES IN STATE COLLEGE, NEAR PENN STATE UNIVERSITY
CENTRAL MARKET IN LANCASTER, NEAR FRANKLIN & MARSHALL COLLEGE
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PHILADELPHIA AND THE COUNTRYSIDE:
Haverford College
Guided by Quaker values, Haverford College is in a thriving
suburb with a cultural scene. Haverford and the Main Line are
chock-full of shopping including the womens boutique Katye
K plus nearby Suburban Square. Hit up Ardmore Farmers
Market for Amish goods or dine at Berwyns Nectar for Asian-
fusion cuisine. Spend the night at the luxurious Radnor Hotel
in St. Davids or the charming, Wayne Hotel, on the National
Register of Historic Places. MORE>> www.haverford.edu
Lafayette College
Two hours north of Philly is Easton, home of Lafayette College.
Visit Centre Square, the nearby Crayola Learning Center and
the National Canal Museum. Dine at Valenca, a Portuguese res-
taurant or Pearly Bakers Alehouse, known for its burgers and
live music. Swing by art gallery/gift shop Connexions or upscale
baby boutique Baby Gift Clouds. MORE>> www.lafayette.edu
DUTCH COUNTRY ROADS:
Dickinson CollegeCarlisle boasts Dickinson College, where students and
locals alike eat at Amys Thai Cuisine, Camellias Sin
Tea Parlor & Gift Shop or the Back Door Cafe. Shop for
womens apparel at the Clothes Vine, organic eats at
Appalachian Whole Foods Market and more than 100
antiques vendors at Bedford Street Antiques. Before
settling in for the night at the Hotel Carlisle, get tickets
for a show at the circa-1939, art deco-style Carlisle Theatre,
home to the Carlisle Regional Perform-
ing Arts Center.
MORE>> www.dickinson.edu
Franklin & Marshall CollegeFranklin & Marshall College is located
in Lancaster where youll fi nd The
Lancaster Brewing Company and
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant.
During the day, make plans for a tour
at the Railroad Museum of Pennsylva-
nia or an authentic Amish farm at the
Amish Farm & House. Better yet,
walk through the Lancaster Central
Market, offering a whirlwind of food
from Amish to Greek to Thai and
Middle Eastern. For a nights rest,
try the Lancaster Arts Hotel in the
heart of downtown.
MORE>> www.fandm.edu
Eclectic galleries, small niche museums, lively cafs have sprung up to support
AERIAL VIEW OF WASHINGTON & JEFFERSON COLLEGE
The numbers on the map relate to the green numbers in the story.
Bucknell UniversityJust 45 minutes from Penn State, youll fi nd Lewisburg
and Bucknell University. You can attend the Heart of
Lewisburg Ice Festival, where you can see dozens of sparkling ice sculptures along Market Street. Later,
relax in the historic Lewisburg Hotel, a restored mid-
19th-century hotel. Then make a reservation at the
Bull Run Inn, a favorite for clam bakes in summertime
and wing nights throughout the year. From there,
make your way to the Campus Theater, a single-screen
theater, followed by late-night jazz (Friday nights only)
at 7th Street Cafe. MORE>> www.bucknell.edu
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good ethnic restaurants, and Pennsylvanias college towns.
While the rest of the states university towns have count-less activities, dont forget Pennsylvanias biggest cities, which are home to more than two dozen colleges.
PHILADELPHIA: Americas sixth largest city is home
to several fi ne universities (University of Pennsylvania,
Temple, Villanova, St. Josephs, Drexel and La Salle)
and a host of attractions. Shop near Rittenhouse Square, Walnut Street, Antique Row and Old City. Make reservations at the BYOB Matyson or dine al fresco at Parc. Be a true Philadelphian and try a cheesesteak at Pats or Genos in South Philly. The whole family will love touring historic Independence Hall or the National Constitution Center. And, be sure to save time for the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
PITTSBURGH: Home to Carnegie Mellon, Duquesne,
and Pitt, this western Pennsylvania city boasts the
Phipps Conservancy and Botanical Gardens, Carnegie Museum of Art and the Heinz History Center. Its worth walking around the ethnic shops of the Strip District followed by a visit to Primanti Bros. Spend the night at the historic Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel.
PHILADELPHIA AND PITTSBURGH
PITTSBURGH AND ITS COUNTRYSIDE:
Washington & Jefferson CollegeThis co-ed, liberal arts college is just 30 miles south of
Pittsburgh in Washington County, which is also home to
23 covered bridges. For an extra dose of history, swing
by the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum or the LeMoyne
House, which was part of the Underground Railroad.
Grab a quick lunch at Shortys, known for its amazing
hotdogs and then dinner at Alfanos at The Quail
one youll want to save room for. Later on, unwind
in your gracefully appointed room at Grammy Roses
Bed & Breakfast. MORE>> www.washjeff.edu
PENNSYLVANIA WILDS:
Clarion UniversityAlong the banks of the Clarion River, Clarion University
and the community are thriving. In the fall, come for the
National City Autumn Leaf Festival, with food and art
among the brilliant foliage. Enjoy a cappuccino with a
side of art at Michelles Cafe, or for something heartier,
try the Captain Loomis Inn, which is known for its Prime
rib. Two great options for lodging include the elegant
21-acre Clarion River Ridge Resort and Spa and turn-of-
the-century Clarion House Bed & Breakfast downtown.
MORE>> www.clarion.edu
NORTHEAST PENNSYLVANIA MOUNTAINS:
University of ScrantonFounded in 1888 as Saint Thomas College, the University
of Scranton is a cornerstone of Electric City. Le Festa
Italiana kicks off Labor Day with a celebration of Italian
culture and cuisine. Venture 300 feet below the earths
surface during a Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour or bring
the whole family to the Houdini Tour & Magic Show.
Find fi ne continental fare at Carmens Restaurant
located in the Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel,
where youll want to retire later on in the evening. MORE>> www.scranton.edu
PENNSYLVANIAS GREAT LAKES REGION:
Allegheny CollegeMeadville is home to Allegheny College, a 544-acre college
founded in 1788. Splurge on a hot dog at Eddies Footlong
Hot Dogs, a city tradition. Pick up fresh-baked artisan bread
at Creative Crust and stop in Hanks Frozen Custard, which
has been making extra-rich custard since 1952. For sit-down
dining, opt for cocktails at Meadville Town Tavern, then
walk over to Julians Bar and Grill for dinner. During the day,
shop @ The Bank and then retire for a nights sleep at the
Bethaven Inn or Wynken Blynken & Nod.
MORE>> www.allegheny.edu
CARNEGIE MUSEUM OF ART IN PITTSBURGH
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magine my surprise when Nova, a dog park playmate
of mine, told the sad tale of being left in a kennel
while her family vacationed. I quickly set her straight
about how easy it is to travel with your human
family in canine-friendly Pennsylvania.
My family never heads out for vacation without
adding my leash to the pile, so Ive traveled to cities,
campgrounds even amusement parks. The secret to
my dog-gone good life? My family does pet-friendly
research when theyre surfi ng the Web for vacation
deals. Sites such as www.bringfi do.com, www.dogfriendly.com,
www.petswelcome.com and www.offi cialpethotels.com offer
suggestions for hotels, B&Bs, campgrounds and city parks
where four-legged friends are welcome. While sites tend to
be dog-centric, youll fi nd many locations accept other pets if
you call ahead.
PHILADELPHIA: Philly is popular for letting me romp in off-
leash dog parks, plus in Rittenhouse Square and the colorful
neighborhood around it. One of my favorite city hotels is
Loews, which welcomes me with a bowl and treats (even
room service) plus a bed, leash and collar, rawhide bones and
more. If you must travel with felines, the hotel offers catnip,
scratching posts and litter boxes, too.MORE >>> www.loewshotels.com
PITTSBURGH: I can frolic in picturesque Frick Park both
on- and off-leash, and I am welcome in many Pittsburgh
hotels. At the Hilton Pittsburgh, Im greeted with treats, a
pillow and my own bowls. Pooches are also welcome at
Have Leash, will Travel
Station Square and in the outside eating areas
of many local restaurants. MORE >>> www.hilton.com
ERIE: If you enjoy communing with nature like my
friend Nova, check out the popular paths of Presque
Isle State Park. (A romp in one of PAs state parks will
have you feeling like a pup again, let me tell ya!) More
than 30 state parks accept pets, even in camping areas. MORE >>> www.dcnr.state.pa.us
HERSHEY: Hershey Park understands you cant just leave us at
home, so while pets arent permitted in the park, in the sum-
mer we can lounge in the Barking Lot near the park entrance.
Leashed pets can also wander the landscaped grounds of the
State Capitol Complex in nearby Harrisburg with their owners.MORE >>> www.hersheypark.com
By Gennifer Biggs
(ghost writer for Rover the Retriever)
FETCHING BIG PRIZESRemember to catch the Na-tional Dog Show Presented by Purina, broadcast nationwide on NBC at noon on Thanksgiving Day (November 22). Hosted by the Kennel Club of Philadelphia, the show attracts up to 2,000 of the top dogs to the Greater Reading Expo Center. My family gets tickets for $10 or less.
www.nationaldogshow.com
LODGING: We all need to rest our weary tails, and many ho-
tels and B&Bs offer specials. The Glasbern Country Inn outside
Allentown has two pet-friendly rooms; the charge for a pet is
$25. Weve also had great luck renting cabins in the Pocono
Mountains, where I love to take hikes and hang out by the fi re.
Hotels that welcome pets, chain-wide, include Days Inn, Hil-
ton, La Quinta, Motel 6 and Red Roof Inn. Other hotel chains
welcome pets at some properties, as do many independents,
so check with the specifi c business to see what its policy is.
And remind your mom or dad to ask what kind of pets are ac-
cepted and about fees for pets. MORE >>> www.glasbern.com
MARLEY & YOU: Left, Loews, a dog-friendly hotel in
Philadelphia; top right, Philadelphias Rittenhouse Square;
below, Glasbern Country Inn near Allentown.
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RACINOSHit the Jackpot at PAS Racetrack Casinos
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QUICK LIST
From the grandstand at Harrahs Chester Casino and Racetrack, you can watch the majestic, muscular ponies stampede around the oval. Meanwhile, in the distance, barges push up the Delaware River toward the 2.6-mile-long Commodore Barry Bridge.
The Meadows Racetrack & CasinoWASHINGTON724.503.1200; 877.824.5050www.meadowsgaming.com
Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course GRANTVILLE/HERSHEY717.469.2211www.hcpn.com
The thunder of the hooves drowns out all but the
pleading, praying, screaming and cheering of the gathered
masses (yes, masses!).
Harrahs which offi cially launched racing in Chester
in 2006 has generated energy in Pennsylvanias fi rst city.
More impressively, the combination of gaming machines
and horse racing across the state has reinvigorated
Pennsylvanias horse breeding industry.
If it wasnt for the bill allowing casinos and horse
gaming, there wouldnt be a horse industry in the state
anymore, says Bill Solomon, a veterinarian and owner of
Pin Oak Lane Farm in New Freedom. Its kept us alive.
Pennsylvanias adoption of gaming has inspired
sparkling new casinos and rebuilt racetracks that dazzle the
senses, entertain the soul, feed the body, and with a little
luck line the purse.
There are now six racetracks with casinos in the state
including Harrahs, Philadelphia Park in Bensalem, Pocono
Downs in Wilkes-Barre, The Meadows in Washington,
Presque Isle Downs in Erie and Penn National near
Harrisburg. From November 2006 to August 2008, these
HOLD YOUR HORSES: Clockwise from below: Delaware River
Smarty Jones Classic at Philadelphia Park; the Devon Horse
Show in Chester; a Pennsylvania horse farm.
By G.W. Miller III
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Horsing Around in PAThe Devon Horse Show in
Chester County is the countrys oldest and largest equestrian
competition. Since 1896, the fi nest horses and top riders from around
the world have performed there.
Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs WILKES-BARRE570.831.2100 www.poconodowns.com
Philadelphia Park Casino and RacetrackBENSALEM215.639.9000www.philadelphiapark.com
Presque Isle Downs& Casino ERIE866.374.3386www.presqueisledowns.com
facilities generated more than $2 billion in revenue
and paid out more than $22 billion in winnings.
On a day last August, Harrahs posted purses worth
more than $2.3 million, believed to be the largest one-day
sum in Pennsylvania racing history.
The benefi ts fi lter down to the states horse
farms. More people are shipping their horses to
foal in Pennsylvania, says Solomon, who has been
raising racehorses since 1973. They want to be eligible to
race here because they can win more money.
Solomons farm foaled Lil E. Tee, the 1992 Kentucky
Derby Winner just one of the many championship horses
with connections to the state. Recent Kentucky Derby winners
Smarty Jones and Barbaro were raised in Chester County.
Famed sportsman Samuel Riddle raised Man oWar
considered among the greatest thoroughbreds of all time
on his Delaware County farm, just miles from Harrahs new
facility. He also raced Man oWars son, War Admiral, the
1937 Triple Crown winner. Next years champ may be on a
Pennsylvania farm right now.
Stud farms in Pennsylvania are big business, bringing in $1,000 to
$5,000 to breed with their stallions.
Riddlewood in Middletown Township, Delaware County
is a residential community on the grounds of famed sportsman
Samuel Riddles former horse farm. All of the streets are
named after his racehorses.
Harrahs Chester Casino and RacetrackCHESTER484.490.1800www.harrahschester.com
REGIONS at a Glance
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With every bend in the road, the State of Independence delivers adventure, scenic beauty, cultural riches and some of the friendliest people youll meet either side of the Mississippi. Our regional sections bring you the best of each area from must-sees to rambling roadtrips to family travel ideas to interviews with Real Pennsylvanians who share their love of the state and their local secrets with you.
Go to visitPA.com and click on PA Maps to link to more information on Pennsylvanias travel regions.
Regional REVIEW
PITTSBURGH AND ITS COUNTRYSIDE
Pittsburgh vibrant, entertaining and
ever-changing has come into its own.
Just outside the 250-year-young city, visi-
tors nd the mountainous region of the
state, with its 16 state parks, and cultural
landmarks such as the architecture of Frank
Lloyd Wright.
THE ALEGHENIES ANDHER VALLEYS
Outdoor enthusiasts ock to this
region which Bicycling and Field &
Stream magazines rated as top picks
for cycling and shing, respectively.
History buffs and fans of Americana
will relish the areas covered bridges
and railroad history.
PENNSYLVANIAS GREAT LAKES REGION
Explore PAs rich maritime and oil boom
history at local attractions, or head to
the woods (and the lake) at Presque Isle
State Park, one of Pennsylvanias most
scenic nature spots. Oenophiles can
sample award-winning vintages along
the Lake Erie Wine Trail.
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DUTCH COUNTRY ROADS
Dutch Country is best known for its
friendly, rural charm, and for the Amish
who choose the simple, agricultural life
over the amenities that progress has
brought. This year, the region celebrates
the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial; spe-
cial events will occur in Gettysburg and
throughout the area.
PHILADELPHIA AND THE COUNTRYSIDE
In 1776, the nation was born here in
Independence Hall, and the legends of the
past still feel present in the streets of the
nations one-time capital. But history is
just the beginning: Visitors nd a city with
innovative restaurants and a major arts
scene, surrounded by beautiful country-
side and hip, happening towns.
NORTHEAST PENNSYLVANIAMOUNTAINS
Waterfalls, mountain vistas
and rushing streams create
the get-away-from-it-all
feel that makes this region so
special. Add to that the creature
comforts of world-class resorts,
luxurious spas and chef-owned
restaurants, and youll under-
stand why visitors come back
year after year.
PENNSYLVANIA WILDS
Visitors come here for stunning
scenery, pure waters and six mil-
lion acres of land in this 12-county
hotspot where wildlife outnumbers
the human population. Hiking,
kayaking, trout shing and wildlife
watching (including a resident elk
herd) top the list of activities.
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CAF CROWD: Old City at night
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LOCAL SOUVENIR
Photo at the Rocky StepsNothing says
I visited Philly
like a photo of
yourself on the
Art Museum
steps, posing like
Rocky. www.gophila.com
HISTORY LESSON
The Liberty BellThe fi rst Liberty
Bell cracked during
testing. A second
bell cracked after
tolling for hours in
honor of George
Washingtons birthday
in 1846. www.nps.gov
The Soul of the CityPhillys neighborhoods appeal to people from all walks of life, from the well-heeled elite to tattooed trendsetters.
1 Rittenhouse Square:
This posh neighborhood
offers countless upscale shops
and restaurants satisfying the
most discriminating tastes.
Check out the sale basement
at Anthropologie, then splurge
for dinner at Lacroix in the
lovely Rittenhouse Hotel
overlooking the Square.
2 Old City: A trendsetters
paradise, the streets of Old City
are lined with boutique shops,
funky art galleries and wildly
popular bars and clubs. The
3rd Street Habit boutique can
be habit-forming, as can the old-
fashioned Franklin Fountain ice
cream parlor around the corner.
3 Northern Liberties: This
diverse neighborhood north of
Old City experienced a revival
and is now one of Philadel-
phias most vibrant. Northern
Liberties beckons beer lovers
with its authentic pubs and
local microbrews such as
Walt Wit and Rowhouse Red,
available almost everywhere
in the neighborhood.
4 University City: The
University of Pennsylvania
and Drexel University anchor
this left of center district. The
neighborhoods heart lies in
Clark Park, with its Saturday
farmers market and play-
grounds, and in its countless
ethnic restaurants, including
Fatou & Famas, which spices
up any visit with traditional
Senegalese fare.
5 South Philly: This tradition-
ally Italian neighborhood is
synonymous with red gravy,
a look at the
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of Phillys hoods to
explore rst? Head to the Independence Visitors Center at 6th and Market streets for great advice or visit www.uwishunu.com.
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cheese and cannoli. For some
of the best, visit the historic
9th Street Italian Market,
where the ravioli is fresh and
the mozzarella is homemade.
6 Manayunk: In addition
to high-end clothing stores
and unique gift shops, Man-
ayunk boasts the largest con-
centration of furniture stores
on one street on the entire
East Coast. The neighbor-
hood is a hot destination for
international cyclists looking
to conquer the famous
Fashion FrontMaybe it is the towns heavy focus on the arts, maybe its just
something in the Schuylkill River, but Philly has born and bred a
number of the hottest designers gracing this years runways and
look-books. From irty frocks to bestselling bags, these Philadel-
phia fashion phenoms have the look:
Tory Burch This Valley Forge natives self-named line kicked off in
2004 and has gained devotees every since. Speckled with inspira-
tion from Burchs favorite era, the 60s and 70s, the lines pieces
are classic and comfortable with just a bit of trendy thrown in.
Nicole Miller From her groundbreaking little black dress to her
look-at-me optical prints, Millers fashion sense has swept across
the country. Miller lineage begins here, though, with two past city
mayors on her family tree.
Paula Hian Paula began her career with a pair of scissors at age
ve, and the Philadelphian has never looked back. While she cre-
ates fanciful, fun designs for fans from New York to Paris, Philadel-
phias Manayunk neighborhood boasts her agship boutique.
Melanie Brandon Philly local Brandons designs are not only
sassy - they make a statement. She supports the city she loves.FASHION FORWARD:
Boyds storefront; a Paula Hian dress
Photo locations in this regional section reference this map. For a full-size map of Pennsylvania, please refer to the gatefold map in the back of this guide.
Manayunk Wall, a grueling
hill that challenges even the
toughest athlete.
WHERE TO SHOP
Boyds1818 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, www.boydsphila.com 215.564.9000
Nicole Miller200 S. Broad St., Philadelphia, www.nicolemiller.com 215.546.5007
Paula Hian106 Gay St., Philadelphia, www.paulahian.com 215.487.3067
Saks Fifth Avenue333 E. City Ave., Bala Cynwyd, www.saks fthavenue.com610.667.9166
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(UNDER) WATERPARKScuba divers looking for a fun place to dive need only look as far as the Lehigh Valley.
Dutch Springs, in Bethlehem, offers a 50-acre lake with depths up to 100 feet and a
number of underwater oddities to explore, like submerged vehicles and even a helicopter.
Above water, Dutch Springs has an adventure center, team building area and aqua park.
But Dutch Springs is more than just a lake: Its a unique example of environmental
reclamation. The facilities are located on the former site of a cement plant. The lake?
Its an old quarry, lled with water. For owner Stu Schooley, keeping things natural is
important. They would dump things here and the landscape was unappealing, he says.
Now, instead of rusty buildings and piles of y ash, there are trees, solar-powered lights
and acres of wet fun. www.dutchsprings.com
A ROADTRIP THROUGH THE LEHIGH VALLEY
For more information on the Lehigh Valley,
go to www.lehighvalleypa.org
Canals, Caves and BYOB
Begin your adventure at The Crayola
Factory in Easton (www.crayola.com/
factory). Its interactive fun for every kid who has
ever picked up a crayon. The fun continues at
The National Canal Museum (www.canals.org)
where hands-on exhibits highlight the history
of towpath canals and a mule-drawn canal boat
ride lets you experience the real thing.
After that, take a walking tour of the historic city
of Bethlehem (www.historicbethlehem.org). Or
combine the past with modern-day transpor-
tation on a Segway tour. From there, head to
Allentowns Mack Trucks Historical Museum to
marvel at the antique Macks or visit the nearby
Assembly Plant Tour to watch the new ones
being built (call ahead to schedule; www.mack
trucks.com). End the day with a double feature
at Shankweilers, the oldest drive-in movie
theatre in America (www.shankweilers.com).
WHERE TO STAY:The Hotel Bethlehem offers historic accommodations in an elegant setting (www.hotelbethlehem.com). If a smaller property is more your style, Sayre Mansion Inn offers 19 rooms, three suites and world-class service (www.sayremansion.com).
WHERE TO EAT:Youll fi nd everything from pasta to pizza on the menu at Allentowns Taste of Italy Ristorante (www.tasteofitalypa.com), but the chicken Giuseppe with jumbo lump crab in a pink vodka sauce is always a good bet.
From June through October, you can
pick your own fruit at Strawberry
Acres (www.strawberryacres.com). Then go
underground to see stalactites, stalagmites
and beautiful rock formations at Crystal Cave
(www.crystalcavepa.com). Next up, is a stop
at Cabelas to stock up on outdoor gear and
see the amazing museum-quality animal
displays (www.cabelas.com).
End your adventure at a delightful BYOB,
but not of the dining variety. Bring your own
bike to the Lehigh Valley Velodrome and
test your pedaling skills on the 333.3-meter
concrete track and 28-degree banks at this
professional race course (www.lvvelo.org).
1DAY 2DAY Explore the
regions treasures!
LOCAL SCENES: Crayola Factory
(Easton, MAP: D-1/2); South Side
(Bethlehem, MAP: D-2)
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BETHLEHEM: For a decade, artists and art lovers have ocked to the galleries and studios of Banana Factory. www.bananafactory.org
ALLENTOWN: Ride the new Voodoo coaster 360-degree twists and 175-foot drops at classic Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom. www.dorneypark.com
WEST CHESTER: Get behind the scenes of the home-shopping phenomenon with a guided walking and shopping! tour of 84-acre QVC Studio Park. www.qvc.com
CHADDS FORD: The Brandywine River Museum is home to the paintings of three generation of Wyeths and other classic American artists. www.brandywinemuseum.org
KENNETT SQUARE: Longwood Gardens is always in bloom, with more than 1,000 acres of indoor and outdoor gardens, and a colorful ush of Christmas lights in December. www.longwoodgardens.org
PHILADELPHIA: Mingle with the countrys founding fathers and play the role of a Supreme Court justice at theNational Constitution Center. www.constitutioncenter.org
PHILADELPHIA: The Franklin nds the science and the fun in the everyday, with exhibits that explain the human body, the weather, even a football game. www. .edu
PHILADELPHIA: It doesnt get more Philly than a hand-twisted soft pretzel from Amish-operated Fishers Pretzels in Reading Terminal Market. www.readingterminalmarket.org
PHILADELPHIA: Do the Rocky run up the stairs of the Philadelphia Art Museum straight into the museums spacious galleries. www.philamuseum.org
PHILADELPHIA: From the citys majes-tic Water Works to the wilds of Valley Forge, explore the region by bike on the Schuylkill River Trail. www.schuykillriver.org
PHILADELPHIA: At Poe House on Sev-enth Street, celebrate the bicentennial of the popular authors birth. www.nps.gov/edal
DOYLESTOWN: Can you nd the Conestoga wagon at the Mercer Museums collection of early 19th-century artifacts? Hint: Look up. www.mercermuseum.org
PHILADELPHIA: Philly boasts 2,800-plus murals, more than any other city. The Mural Arts Program offers docent-led tours. www.muralarts.org
KING OF PRUSSIA: Shop, shop, shop, at the King of Prussia Mall, with its 400 stores and when you need to refuel 40 dining options. www.kingofprussiamall.com
PHILADELPHIA: The Philadelphia Zoo is home to Gus the giraffe and more than 1,300 other creatures, both cute and creepy. www.philadelphiazoo.org
KUTZTOWN: The Rodale Institutes organic farm isnt just about food. Learn about the research farms role in battling global warming and try some of the popular applesauce. www.rodaleinstitute.org
VALLEY FORGE: After hours at Valley Forge National Historical Park brings storytelling around the camp re with the colonial troops. www.valleyforge.org
GREATER READING: Choose your own self-guided adventure: the Hex Barn Art Tour, the Covered Bridge Tour, the Berks Wine Trail and dont forget a stop at the GoggleWorks. www.readingberkspa.com
KEMPTON: Every fall, 19,000 hawks, eagles and falcons migrate by Hawk Mountain. Bring binoculars to spot your own bald eagle. www.hawkmountain.org
NAZARETH: Elvis played a Martin, and so can you, during an insiders tour of the 175-year-old C.F. Martin Guitar Co. www.martinguitar.com
For more attractions listings in Philadelphia and The Countryside, go to visitPA.com
MUST-SEES When you think about Philadelphia, think pretzels, the Liberty Bell and Rocky and murals, malls, roller coasters and QVC. Heres a start:
Kids Outdoors History Food and Drink
SPOTS ARE IN: Gus the giraffe at the Philadelphia Zoo (Philadelphia, MAP: D-4)
LOCAL EATS: Fishers Pretzels, Reading Terminal Market (Philadelphia, MAP: D-4)
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For more information on accommodations in the Philadelphia area, visit www.gophila.com
Sweet Dreams In PhiladelphiaHotels and B&Bs for less than $200 a night
CASUAL COMFORT: Hampton Inn double room
COZY & CLOSE: Penns View Hotel
Brandywine River Hotel Routes 1 and 100, Chadds Ford, 800.274.9644. Check out nearby Longwood Gardens, the Brandywine River Museum, QVC and local wineries, and then head back to the hotel for afternoon tea from 4 to 6 p.m.
www.brandywineriverhotel.com
Chestnut Hill Hotel 8229 Germantown Ave., Philadelphia, 800.628.9744. Serving g
