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Visit The Pocono Mountains Pocono Area Events
March First Saturday Artwalk, Downtown Stroudsburg,PA. The first Saturday of every month is when to stroll the art galleries and view opening exhibits. Mix, mingle and enjoy a new experience. From 6-9pm. 424-9131. Every weekend from April 28-29 Wet-n-Wild Weekends, Whitewater Challengers Outdoor Center, White Haven. These are the weekends when the spring thaw, saturated ground, and spring rains often combine to produce the most exciting trips of the season. Great rafting on weekdays too! $27 March 24,25 $51 remaining weekends. 800-443-8554. Last Sunday WWF Pay Per View Wrestling, The Downs At East Stroudsburg. $1 admission 11:30am-midnight. 426-1818. 3-4 Season Opener, Big Brown Fish & Pay Lakes, Effort. The first 25 people (each day) will get free entrance and one free fish. Call 629-0427 for more information.3 Telemark Festival, Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, Shawnee-on-the-Delaware. Free clinics for "tele-wannabees" and "wannabe betters". Telemark relay and obstacle course, prizes and give aways. Telemark rental equipment available. 800-SHAWNEE. 3 Challenge Race Finals, Camelback Ski Area, Tannersville. 629-1661. 3 Annual Wintery Carnival, Tanglwood Ski Area, Tafton. Kids costume parade, pie eating contest, snowboarding contest, & lots of prizes and fun. Outdoor chicken BBQ. 10am-3pm. 226-7669 3 Annual Chili Festival, Daniels Family Resort, Canadensis. Chefs & cooks compete in the art of chili making and tasting. Judged in a fair and impartial manner by ESU Culinary Arts professors. No entry fee, cash prizes and trophies will be awarded. Live country music. 595-7531. 3 Tarpockets, Jack Frost Mountain, Blakeslee. 800-468-2442 3 Parrotville, Big Boulder, Blakeslee. This national band is a tribute to Jimmy Buffet. 800-468-2442 3-4 Mardi Gras Weekend at Camelback, Camelback Ski Area, Tannersville. 12 noon-8pm. Cajun themed food with music and drinks in the main lounge. 629-1661 ext.1133. Coca-Cola Junior Race Finals, Alpine Ski Area, Analomink. 595-2150. 4 Mountain Bike Race, Big Boulder, Blakeslee. Biker Cross. Call 800-468-2442 for more information.4 ASRA Race, Camelback Ski Area, Tannersville. 629-1661. 4 Salomon Big Air Competition, Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, Shawnee-on-the-Delaware. Open ski, ski board, and snowboard competition to be held on Bushkill Trail. Different age categories, great prizes and awards party. Sponsored by Salomon Skis and Snowboards. Spectators welcomed. 800-SHAWNEE 4 American Indian Dance Theater, Stroudsburg High School, Stroudsburg. 4pm. Part of the Fine Arts Discovery Series. $8 ticket. 476-FADS(3237) 9 Pennsylvania Memories Last a Lifetime Day, Camelback Ski Area, Tannersville. 629-1661.10-11 Pocono Scout Weekend, Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, Shawnee-on-the-Delaware. 11th annual Boy Scout Race. Discounts on lift tickets, rentals and lessons for all scouts. Special lodging packages available. Free merit badge testing and Scout Race. 800-SHAWNEE. 10-11 Beach Party Weekend, Camelback Ski Area, Tannersville. 12 noon- 8pm. Tropical themed promotion in main lounge. Find Seashells hidden around the mountain and win great prizes. 629-1661 ext.1133 11 Comedienne Paula Poundstone, Caesars Paradise Stream, Mount Pocono. Paula Poundstone fills the evening air with lots of laughs. Outside tickets are $25 each and are available by calling 839-8881. 17 Season Passholder Party, Camelback Ski Area, Tannersville. 629-1661. 17,18 Rock Maple Snowcross Series, Jack Frost Mountain, Blakeslee. 800-468-2442 17,18 Luck of the Irish Weekend, Camelback Ski Area, Tannersville. 12 noon-8pm. Irish themed promotion in main lounge. Find shamrocks hidden around the mountain and win great prizes. 629-1661 ext. 1133. 18 St. Patty's Day Parade, Main Street, Stroudsburg. 424-9131. 18 18th annual Costume Carnival Day, Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, Shawnee-on-the-Delaware. Those in costume receive free day lift ticket. Costume parade and judging at 1pm. with great prizes. 800-SHAWNEE. 20,21 Carbon County Chamber Expo, Jim Thorpe Memorial Hall. Friday from 4-8 and Saturday from 9-4. 24 Opening Day, Whitewater Rafting Adventures, Nesquehoning. Wet suits included during the month of March. 669-9127 24, 25 25th Anniversary Icebreaker Cruise, Pocono Whitewater, Jim Thorpe. Free hot drink upon return. 800-WHITEWATER. 24, 25 18th Anniversary Weekend, Skirmish USA,, Jim Thorpe. $18 per person. 1-800-SKIRMISH 24 Uphill Dirtbike Climb, Big Boulder, Blakeslee. Call 800-468-2442 for more information. 25 Uphill Snowmobile Climb, Big Boulder, Blakeslee. Call 800-468-2442 for more information. 24,25,31 Wet-N-Wild Weekends, Whitewater Challengers Outdoor Center, Whitehaven. When the Spring thaw, saturated ground and spring rains combine to produce a most exciting trip of the season. 800-443-8554 24 or 25 Ice Breaker Cruise, Whitewater Challengers Outdoor Center, Whitehaven. We're turning back the clock to celebrate our 27th year of rafting. Pay the long ago price of just $27 per person for rafting. 800-443-8554 25 The Four Tops, Caesars Cove Haven, Lakeville. The Four Tops sing such hits as "I Can't Help Myself" and "Reach Out I'll Be There." Outside tickets are $50 each and are available by calling 226-4506 25 Music From the Opera and the Operetta. Cecilia S. Cohen Recital Hall, East Stroudsburg. 3pm. Adult-$8 Seniors & Students-$6. 992-0160. 30 Lew Del Gatto, Cohen Recital Hall, East Stroudsburg University. Guest performance with the University Jazz Ensemble. 8pm. 422-3483First Saturday Artwalk, Downtown Stroudsburg,PA. The first Saturday of every month is when to stroll the art galleries and view opening exhibits. Mix, mingle and enjoy a new experience. From 6-9pm. 424-9131. Last Sunday WWF Pay Per View Wrestling, The Downs At East Stroudsburg. $1 admission 11:30am-midnight. 426-1818. 1,7,8,14,15,21,22,28,29 Wet-N-Wild Weekends, Whitewater Challengers Outdoor Center, Whitehaven. When the Spring thaw, saturated ground and spring rains combine to produce a most exciting trip of the season. 800-443-8554 1 Comedian Don Rickles, Caesars Cove Haven, Lakeville. Don Rickles is one of the 20th Century's most famous funnymen. outside tickets are $40 each. 226-4506 1 Polka Party, Hawley Fire Company. A fun filled day of dance and entertainment, presented by the Hawley-Lake Wallenpaupack Chamber. 226-3191. 7 5th Annual Great Brews From Around the World, The Resort at Split Rock, Blakeslee. Over 30 breweries participate in this festival featuring brews originating in countries other than the U.S. International crafts and foods will be on hand along with international music. $18 advance, $22 at door, $15 group. 800-252-7625. 7,8 "Antiques in Pike" Antique show and sale. The Riverview Inn on the Delaware, Matamoras. $3.50 per person. 35 quality dealers from throughout the northeast will display their wares at the month long celebration. Good food available and plenty of free parking. 226-8213. 7-20 Spring Break Special, Pocono Whitewater, Jim Thorpe. All students rafts for only $29.95 per person and receive 1/2 price wet suit rentals. 800-WHITEWATER. 7-20 Spring Break Special, Skirmish U.S.A, Jim Thorpe. All students play for only $15 per person and receive 1/2 price camouflage rentals. 800-Skirmish. 8 Palm Sunday Concert, St. Mark's Episcopal Church, Jim Thorpe. At 8pm, The Crucifixion, Sir John Stainer, and other Lenten Music. Cheryl Tennant-Humes, Accompanist. Donation of $10 for adults, $5 Students. 325-9440. 8 Waymart's 150th Birthday of its Incorporation.20,21 Carbon County Expo 2001, Jim Thorpe Memorial Hall. This event showcases the businesses and encourages positive growth of Carbon County. Friday from 4-8pm and Saturday from 9am-4pm. Call 325-2810 for information. 22 The Stylistics and Johnny Maestro & The Brroklyn Bridge, Caesars Cove Haven, Lakeville. Two fabulous acts in one great night. Outside tickets are $30 each. Call 226-4506. 22,23 Super Scout Sundays, Whitewater Rafting Adventures, Nesquehoning. $38.95 pre scout. Wet suits included Reservations required. 669-9127 23 Great Romantic Piano Quartets, Cecila S Cohen Recital Hall, ESU, Stroudsburg. Part of the Carter Chamber Music Series. 8pm. Ticket purchase required. Single ticket-$15 Students 18 and under-$10 Current ESU students-Free. Call 422-3695 or 422-3333. 23-29 National Park Week, Steamtown National Historic Site, Scranton. Experience our nation's industrial history during the annual celebration Featuring special exhibits, demonstrations and expanded historic interpretive programs. 888-693-9391. 24-26 King Henry's Pocono Mountain Opry "Sea Cruise", Mount Airy Resort, Mt. Pocono. The Poconos #1 luncheon show. Guests enjoy a buffet luncheon followed by a 2 hour production show filled with great music and hilarious comedy performed by King Henry and the Showmen. Lunch at 12noon show at 1:15pm.Call today for reservations 800-386-OPRY. 28,29 Scout Raft Rally Weekends, Whitewater Challengers Adventure Camp, White Haven. Exciting action packed weekends include rafting, biking, camping, games, and more. Free scout patch and certificate to all participants. Free raft rally t-shirts for our Sunday rafters. 888-RAFT-RALLY. First Saturday Artwalk, Downtown Stroudsburg,PA. The first Saturday of every month is when to stroll the art galleries and view opening exhibits. Mix, mingle and enjoy a new experience. From 6-9pm. 424-9131. Armed Forces Day Excursion, Steamtown National Historic Site, Scranton. Ride a special Armed Forces Day Excursion from the SNHS to the annual open house at Tobyhanna Army Depot, the Army's largest communications repair facility. Music, crafts, foods, entertainment, tours, exhibits, and much, much more. 888-693-9391. Last Sunday WWF Pay Per View Wrestling, The Downs At East Stroudsburg. $1 admission 11:30am-midnight. 426-1818. 1,2,3,8,9,10,15,16,17,22,23,24 King Henry's Pocono Mountain Opry "Sea Cruise", Mount Airy Resort, Mt. Pocono. The Poconos #1 luncheon show. Guests enjoy a buffet luncheon followed by a 2 hour production show filled with great music and hilarious comedy performed by King Henry and the Showmen. Lunch at 12noon show at 1:15pm.Call today for reservations 800-386-OPRY. 5 MCAC Evening on Main, Main Street, Stroudsburg. Annual Artwalk held in downtown Stroudsburg celebrating the wealth of talent in the Pocono Region. From 6-9pm. 476-4460. 5 Pike-Wayne Earth Day Festival, Wallenpaupack High School, Hawley. Tentative plans for Bluebird Box construction, Birds of Prey program, theatrical performances, a recycled flea market, and games, food and fun. Call 689-9494 5 "From The Ice Age To the Information Age: An Upper Delaware Symposium," Central House Resort, Beach Lake. Sponsored by the Upper Delaware Heritage Alliance. 5 Kentucky Derby, The Downs At East Stroudsburg. Horse racings most exciting race. The first leg of the triple crown. Join us for a pre derby party in Longshot's Lounge. $1. 10:30am-midnight. 426-1818. 5 Spring Concert, St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, Jim Thorpe. Starts 8pm. Concerto in B Flat Major for Three Trumpets And Orchestra, George Philipp Telemann; Messe de Minuit, Marc-Antoine Charpentier; Cantata BWV 31, Der Himmel Lacht-Johann Sebastian Bach; Organ Concerto No. V, George Frideric Handel. Randall Douglas Perry, organist and conductor. $15 donation, $7.50 for students. 325-9440. 5,6 Battles and Paddles, Pocono Whitewater, Jim Thorpe. Raft Saturday and play Skirmish free on Sunday. 800-WHITEWATER. 5,6,12,13,26,27 Scout Raft Rally Weekends, Whitewater Challengers Adventure Camp, White Haven. Exciting action packed weekends include rafting, biking, camping, games, and more. Free scout patch and certificate to all participants. Free raft rally t-shirts for our Sunday rafters. 888-RAFT-RALLY. 6 Learn to Canoe Days, Kittatinny Canoes, Dingmans Ferry. Instruction and a full day's guided paddle trip on calm water. 800-FLOAT-KC. 11,12 Mother's Day Weekend Romancing To The Oldies, Caesars Pocono Resorts. "The Happenings" and "Gary Puckett" will perform their popular hits. Outside tickets are $25 each. 1-800-233-4141 12,20 Learn to Kayak Days, Kittatinny Canoes, Dingmans Ferry. Challenge the river one-on-one in our easy to use kayaks with instruction and a guided river trip. 800-FLOAT-KC 13-17 Brookdale Kids Klub Quest: Wildlife Wilderness week, Caesars Brookdale, Scotrun. Pocono outdoor education camouflaged as fun! Kids ages 5-12 are FREE. Some restrictions apply, Call 1-800-233-4141 for details. 13 Mother's Day, Kittatinny Canoes, Dingmans Ferry. Moms paddle for free on their day when accompanied by their families on a canoe or raft trip. 800-FLOAT-KC. 19 The Preakness Stakes, The Downs At East Stroudsburg. Join us for the second leg of the Triple Crown races. $1. 10:30am-midnight. 426-1818. 19,20,26,27 Farm Animal Frolic, Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, Stroudsburg. Educational for both young and old! See and touch baby farm animals. Cow, calf, goat, sheep, ducks, geese, chickens, turkey, horses, egg hatching, old time games, hay jumping, puppet show, sheep shearing, and much more. Set on the grounds of an original early 19th century farmstead. Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun 12-4pm. $3 adults and children. 992-6161. 20 Contemporary Choral Music, Cecilia S. Cohen Recital Hall, ESU. 3pm. Adult-$8 Seniors & Students-$6. 992-0160. 26 Collectable Glass & Art Glass, Mentors Gallery, Jim Thorpe. Learn how to look at and appreciate glass with stained glass artist and art glass collector Richard Defeo. 10am-3pm. $15 per person (reservations required). 325-0216. 26,27,28 Memorial Day Weekend, Whitewater Rafting Adventures, Nesquehoning. 10% Discount on rafting rates. Free family style Bar-B-Que after each rafting trip. Reservations required. 669-9127 27,28 Adventure Fellowship Weekend, Whitewater Challengers Outdoor Center, White Haven. Perfect for singles, families, and youth groups. Come join us for a weekend of fellowship, rafting, and camping. Weekend includes guides and gear, meals, concert, games, crafts, and Sunday worship and praise with an inspirational speaker. Reservations required. 800-443-8554. Memorial Day Weekend, Steamtown National Historic Site, Scranton. The official kick-off of the 2001 rail excursion season. Tours, exhibits, and a special salute to America's armed forces. Modern/historic military equipment, aircrafts and vehicles, Civil War and WWII encampments and reenactors and Steam-powered rail excursions. 888-693-9391 28 Memorial Day Parade, Main Street, Stroudsburg. 424-9131. First Saturday Artwalk, Downtown Stroudsburg,PA. The first Saturday of every month is when to stroll the art galleries and view opening exhibits. Mix, mingle and enjoy a new experience. From 6-9pm. 424-9131. Every Wednesday Memories of the Paramount, Memorial Hall, Jim Thorpe. A fabulous fun-filled salute to the big bands and legendary performers. The only regularly scheduled luncheon show held in the enchanted Victorian Village of Jim Thorpe. Guests enjoy a delicious family style luncheon followed by a show filled with singing, dancing, laughter, and wonderful big band music. All performed by an all-star cast of entertainers. $28.50 includes lunch & show. Pocono Day Shows 800-386-6779. Last Sunday WWF Pay Per View Wrestling, The Downs At East Stroudsburg. $1 admission 11:30am-midnight. 426-1818. 2 The Eye of the Artist, Mentors Gallery, Jim Thorpe. Learn to see the world through the eye of the artist. Take a morning walking tour of Jim Thorpe with artist Nic East. Bring your camera or Sketch pad so you can photograph or sketch views and architecture unique to our town. 10am-3pm. $15 per person. 325-0216. 2,3,9,10,16,17,23,24,30 Scout Raft Rally Weekends, Whitewater Challengers Adventure Camp, White Haven. Exciting action packed weekends include rafting, biking, camping, games, and more. Free scout patch and certificate to all participants. Free raft rally t-shirts for our Sunday rafters. 888-RAFT-RALLY. 3 Comedian Kevin James, Caesars Cove Haven, Lakeville. Back by popular demand, Kevin James delivers funny line after funny line. Outside tickets are $40 each. Call 226-4506 for details. 3 Learn to Canoe Days, Kittatinny Canoes, Dingmans Ferry. Instruction and a full day's guided paddle trip on calm water. 800-FLOAT-KC. 3,24 Learn to Kayak Days, Kittatinny Canoes, Dingmans Ferry. Challenge the river one-on-one in our easy to use kayaks with instruction and a guided river trip. 800-FLOAT-KC 5,7,12,14,19,21,26,28 King Henry's Pocono Mountain Opry "Sea Cruise", Mount Airy Resort, Mt. Pocono. The Poconos #1 luncheon show. Guests enjoy a buffet luncheon followed by a 2 hour production show filled with great music and hilarious comedy performed by King Henry and the Showmen. Lunch at 12noon show at 1:15pm.Call today for reservations 800-386-OPRY. 8-10 Murder Mystery Weekend, Caesars Pocono Resorts. A weekend unveiled of intrigue, romance and murder. Call for information. 1-800-233-4141 9 The Belmont Stakes, The Downs At East Stroudsburg. One of horse racings biggest days. Join us for the third leg of the Triple Crown Race. $1. 10:30am-midnight. 426-1818. 9,10,23,24 Spring Releases, Whitewater Challengers Outdoor Center, White Haven. Every day water is released through the Francis E. Walter Dam. The highest releases usually occur in March & April, and May when there is no abundance of natural rain. Special supplemental releases mean excellent rafting of June 9,10-23,24. $33-$51. 800-443-8554. 9 Waymart's Pride and Patriotism Parade, Waymart. Full day of heritage activities, displays and demonstrations. 488-6750 10 Introduction to Whitewater Canoeing, Kittatinny Canoes, Dingmans Ferry. Improve your skill and learn how to get the most fun out of rapids with instruction and a guided trip. 800-FLOAT-KC. 15-23 "2001: A River Odyssey," The Delaware River Sojourn, NY, PA, NJ, DE. Prepare your paddles for the 7th Annual Delaware River Sojourn. Call 908-996-0230 for more information. 16 Arts and Crafts Fair, Bingham Park, Hawley. 9am-5pm rain or shine. 140 vendors with handcrafted items, fine art and food. Sponsored by Hawley-Lake Wallenpaupack Chamber of Commerce. 226-3191. 17 Air Supply, Caesars Cove Haven, Lakeville. This Australian-born group has romanced audiences of all ages around the world with their chart-topping hits. Outside tickets are $35 each. Call 226-4506 for more information. 17 Pocono 500, Pocono Raceway, Long Pond. Major NASCAR event. 800-RACEWAY. 17 Father's Day, Kittatinny Canoes, Dingmans Ferry. Dads paddle for free on their day, when accompanied by their families on a canoe or raft trip. 800-FLOAT-KC. 17-21 Brookdale Kids Klub Quest: Family Week, Caesars Brookdale, Scotrun. A fun-filled week for families. For more details call 1-800-233-4141. 20 Projected opening of Kahuna Lagoon, Camelbeach, Tannersville. Pennsylvania's largest waterpark wave pool; the most-powerful pneumatic wave generating system east to the Mississippi; largest manmade wave in the Northeastern United States. For more details call 629-1661. 20-Sept3 Summer tour Program, Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, Stroudsburg. 'Family' guides dressed in period clothing, share the daily routine of a thrifty and industrious Pennsylvania German family and their descendants who lived at this location from 1780 to 1913. Special craft and skill demonstrations daily. Tuesday through Saturday 10am-5:30pm, Sundays 1pm-5:30pm. last tour starts at 4pm. $7 adults,$4 children(3-12) reservations required. 992-6161. 23,24 11th Annual Great Tastes of PA Wine & Food Festival, The Resort at Split Rock, Blakeslee. Over 26 of PA's finest wineries, 3 stages of continuous live music, crafts & artwork from over 60 artisans and over 30 food purveyors. Seminars are offered throughout the day on subjects such as: how to taste wine, wine making, and matching food with wine. $18 in advanced, $22 at door, $15 group. 800-255-7625. 25-Sept9 Summertime Family Rafting, Whitewater Challengers Outdooor Center, White Haven. Take advantage of reduced rates and our "second child free" offer on our family style summer whitewater. Friendly rapids, swimming, free buffet breakfast, and special kids rates make this a super value season. $21-$33. 800-443-8554. 29,30 Sidewalk Sales, Main Street, Stroudsburg. Great sales, Great Shops! 424-9131. 30 Blues Workshop, Workshop-Mentor Gallery, Jim Thorpe. $8 per person. Blues musician Jay Janoski will discuss the origins of blues music & show how regional motifs have been synthesized into modern blues. The workshop will be followed by an evening performance open to the public. 325-0216. First Saturaday Artwalk, Downtown Stroudsburg,PA. The first Saturday of every month is when to stroll the art galleries and view opening exhibits. Mix, mingle and enjoy a new experience. From 6-9pm. 424-9131. Every Wednesday Memories of the Paramount, Memorial Hall, Jim Thorpe. A fabulous fun-filled salute to the big bands and legendary performers. The only regularly scheduled luncheon show held in the enchanted Victorian Village of Jim Thorpe. Guests enjoy a delicious family style luncheon followed by a show filled with singing, dancing, laughter, and wonderful big band music. All performed by an all-star cast of entertainers. $28.50 includes lunch & show. Pocono Day Shows 800-386-6779. Last Sunday WWF Pay Per View Wrestling, The Downs At East Stroudsburg. $1 admission 11:30am-midnight. 426-1818. 1 Summer Rafting Begins, Whitewater Rafting Adventures, Nesquehoning. Summer floats, great family fun. 669-9127 1,7,8 Scout Raft Rally Weekends, Whitewater Challengers Adventure Camp, White Haven. Exciting action packed weekends include rafting, biking, camping, games, and more. Free scout patch and certificate to all participants. Free raft rally t-shirts for our Sunday rafters. 888-RAFT-RALLY. 4 Annual Fireworks Display over Lake Wallenpaupack, Lake Wallenpaupack. Sponsored by Lighthouse Harbor Marina, Hawley-Lake Wallenpaupack Chamber of Commerce, Pocono Mountains Vacation Bureau, Inc., and numerous businesses and residents. Begins approximately 9pm. 226-3190. 7 July 4th Fireworks, Camelbeach Waterpark, Tannersville. Giant fireworks display. Attractions open at 11am. Enjoy a day of fun splashing and sliding at Camelbeach. Free parking, $10 a car. 629-1661X1133. 8 The Neville Brothers, Caesars Cove Haven, Lakeville. Charles, Cyril, Art and Aaron perform together as The Neville Brothers in an evening filled with flowing fresh songs. Outside tickets are $50 each. call 226-4506 for more details. 8,29 Learn to Kayak Days, Kittatinny Canoes, Dingmans Ferry. Challenge the river one-on-one in our easy to use kayaks with instruction and a guided river trip. 800-FLOAT-KC 10,12,24,26 King Henry's Pocono Mountain Opry "Sea Cruise", Mount Airy Resort, Mt. Pocono. The Poconos #1 luncheon show. Guests enjoy a buffet luncheon followed by a 2 hour production show filled with great music and hilarious comedy performed by King Henry and the Showmen. Lunch at 12noon show at 1:15pm.Call today for reservations 800-386-OPRY. 15 Learn to Canoe Days, Kittatinny Canoes, Dingmans Ferry. Instruction and a full day's guided paddle trip on calm water. 800-FLOAT-KC. 20-21 43rd Annual Antique Show & Sale, The United Methodist Church, Mountainhome. 595-7390 22 Introduction to Whitewater Canoeing, Kittatinny Canoes, Dingmans Ferry. Improve your skill and learn how to get the most fun out of rapids with instruction and a guided trip. 800-FLOAT-KC. 27,28 Sidewalk Sales, Main Street, Stroudsburg. Great sales, Great Shops! 424-9131. 29 Pennsylvania 500, Pocono Raceway, Long Pond. Major NASCAR event. 800-RACEWAY. First Saturday Artwalk, Downtown Stroudsburg,PA. The first Saturday of every month is when to stroll the art galleries and view opening exhibits. Mix, mingle and enjoy a new experience. From 6-9pm. 424-9131. Every Wednesday Memories of the Paramount, Memorial Hall, Jim Thorpe. A fabulous fun-filled salute to the big bands and legendary performers. The only regularly scheduled luncheon show held in the enchanted Victorian Village of Jim Thorpe. Guests enjoy a delicious family style luncheon followed by a show filled with singing, dancing, laughter, and wonderful big band music. all performed by an all-star cast of entertainers. $28.50 includes lunch & show. Pocono Day Shows 800-386-6779. Last Sunday WWF Pay Per View Wrestling, The Downs At East Stroudsburg. $1 admission 11:30am-midnight. 426-1818. 2 Bobby Vinton, Caesars Cove Haven, Lakeville. His list of love songs include: "Red Rose," "Blue Velvet," and "Mr. Lonely." Outside tickets are $50 each. Call 226-4506 for more information. 4,5 Scout Raft Rally Weekends, Whitewater Challengers Adventure Camp, White Haven. Exciting action packed weekends include rafting, biking, camping, games, and more. Free scout patch and certificate to all participants. Free raft rally t-shirts for our Sunday rafters. 888-RAFT-RALLY. 4,5 32nd Annual Antique Dealers Association Show & Sale, Wallenpaupack Area North Intermediate School Complex. $3.50 per person. This annual event is the largest antique show & sale held in the Poconos with over 70 dealers from throughout the northeast. Saturday 10-6 Sunday 10-5. 226-7513. 5 Learn to Canoe Days, Kittatinny Canoes, Dingmans Ferry. Instruction and a full day's guided paddle trip on calm water. 800-FLOAT-KC. 7,9,21,23 King Henry's Pocono Mountain Opry "Sea Cruise", Mount Airy Resort, Mt. Pocono. The Poconos #1 luncheon show. Guests enjoy a buffet luncheon followed by a 2 hour production show filled with great music and hilarious comedy performed by King Henry and the Showmen. Lunch at 12noon show at 1:15pm.Call today for reservations 800-386-OPRY. 12,26 Learn to Kayak Days, Kittatinny Canoes, Dingmans Ferry. Challenge the river one-on-one in our easy to use kayaks with instruction and a guided river trip. 800-FLOAT-KC 17-19 Womans Outdoor Weekend, Whitewater Challengers Outdoor Center, White Haven. Choose from a wide variety of exciting programs such as rafting, mountain biking, kayaking, horseback riding, hiking, map & compass, archery, and many more! Weekend includes all meals, shuttles, equipment, and a free t-shirt. 800-443-8554. 19 Wildflower and Wildlife Tour, Kittatinny Canoes, Digmans Ferry. Kittatinny's personnel will guide you to see the brilliant colors of the flowers and meet the abundant wildlife such as Bald Eagles, Ospreys, and Great Blue Herons. 800-FLOAT-KC. 19 Introduction to Whitewater Canoeing, Kittatinny Canoes, Dingmans Ferry. Improve your skill and learn how to get the most fun out of rapids with instruction and a guided trip. 800-FLOAT-KC. 28-Sept.3 Greene Dreher Sterling Fair, Newfoundland, PA. 10am-11pm. Good country fair with lots of thrill shows, rodeos, musical entertainment and local contests. Also, exhibits of livestock, crafts, produce, etc. Amusement rides, good food and crafts for sale add to the activities. $7. 676-4047 First Saturaday Artwalk, Downtown Stroudsburg,PA. The first Saturday of every month is when to stroll the art galleries and view opening exhibits. Mix, mingle and enjoy a new experience. From 6-9pm. 424-9131. Every Wednesday Memories of the Paramount, Memorial Hall, Jim Thorpe. A fabulous fun-filled salute to the big bands and legendary performers. The only regularly scheduled luncheon show held in the enchanted Victorian Village of Jim Thorpe. Guests enjoy a delicious family style luncheon followed by a show filled with singing, dancing, laughter, and wonderful big band music. all performed by an all-star cast of entertainers. $28.50 includes lunch & show. Pocono Day Shows 800-386-6779. Last Sunday WWF Pay Per View Wrestling, The Downs At East Stroudsburg. $1 admission 11:30am-midnight. 426-1818. 1 Pocono Garlic Festival, Courthouse Square, Stroudsburg. The Pocono Garlic Festival celebrates great garlic grown in the Poconos. The very best chefs in the Poconos will be on hand to prepare for you the most heavenly garlic concoctions. Music, Dance, story tellers, and cooking demonstrations too! 421-7235. 1 End of Summer Fireworks, Camelbeach Waterpark, Tannersville. Giant fireworks display starts at 9pm. Enjoy a day of fun splashing and sliding. $10 per car. 629-1661X1133. Labor Day Weekend Rail Expo 2001, Steamtown National Historic Site, Scranton. Celebrate railroading past and present. Excursions, tours, exhibits, visiting rail equipment and more. 888-693-9391. 2 Learn to Canoe Days, Kittatinny Canoes, Dingmans Ferry. Instruction and a full day's guided paddle trip on calm water. 800-FLOAT-KC. 9,23 Learn to Kayak Days, Kittatinny Canoes, Dingmans Ferry. Challenge the river one-on-one in our easy to use kayaks with instruction and a guided river trip. 800-FLOAT-KC 11,13,18,20,25,27 King Henry's Pocono Mountain Opry "Sea Cruise", Mount Airy Resort, Mt. Pocono. The Poconos #1 luncheon show. Guests enjoy a buffet luncheon followed by a 2 hour production show filled with great music and hilarious comedy performed by King Henry and the Showmen. Lunch at 12noon show at 1:15pm.Call today for reservations 800-386-OPRY. 15 United Way Super Saturday, Downtown Stroudsburg. This street fair kicks off the beginning of United Ways annual fund raising campaign. Food, dun, and fund raising for the entire family. From 10am-3pm. 629-5651. 15 Fall Releases, Whitewater Challengers Outdoor Center, White Haven. Celebrate the peak of the fall foliage colors while rafting on extra water released from the Francis E. Walter Dam. 800-443-8554. 15 Arts and Crafts Fair, Bingham Park, Hawley. 140 vendors with handcrafted items, fine art, and food. Sponsored by the Hawley-Lake Wallenpaupack Chamber of Commerce. 226-3191. 16,17 Paddle/Peddle Weekend, Whitewater Challengers Outdoor Center, White Haven. Two great ways to enjoy the Lehigh Valley Gorge State Park. Paddle the river on Saturday during the fall release and peddle the 2% down grade of the rails and trails biking path on Sunday. 800-443-8554. 22,23 Scout Raft Rally Weekends, Whitewater Challengers Adventure Camp, White Haven. Exciting action packed weekends include rafting, biking, camping, games, and more. Free scout patch and certificate to all participants. Free raft rally t-shirts for our Sunday rafters. 888-RAFT-RALLY. 29 The Eye of the Artist, Mentors Gallery, Jim Thorpe. Learn to see the world through the eye of the artist. Take a morning walking tour of Jim Thorpe with artist Nic East. Bring your camera or Sketch pad so you can photograph or sketch views and architecture unique to our town. 10am-3pm. $15 per person. 325-0216. 29,30 Octoberfest, Camelback Ski Area, Tannersville. Come out and enjoy the fall foliage at its peak. Craft vendors and specialty foods plus the Alpine Slide. 629-1661X1133. 30-Oct.4 Brookdale Kids Klub Quest: Nature week, Caesars Brookdale, Scotrun. Join in for a fun-filled week hosted by Brookdale Rangers. Call 1-800-233-4141 for details. First Saturday Artwalk, Downtown Stroudsburg,PA. The first Saturday of every month is when to stroll the art galleries and view opening exhibits. Mix, mingle and enjoy a new experience. From 6-9pm. 424-9131. Every Wednesday Memories of the Paramount, Memorial Hall, Jim Thorpe. A fabulous fun-filled salute to the big bands and legendary performers. The only regularly scheduled luncheon show held in the enchanted Victorian Village of Jim Thorpe. Guests enjoy a delicious family style luncheon followed by a show filled with singing, dancing, laughter, and wonderful big band music. all performed by an all-star cast of entertainers. $28.50 includes lunch & show. Pocono Day Shows 800-386-6779. Last Sunday WWF Pay Per View Wrestling, The Downs At East Stroudsburg. $1 admission 11:30am-midnight. 426-1818. 2,4,9,15,16,22,23,25 King Henry's Pocono Mountain Opry "Sea Cruise", Mount Airy Resort, Mt. Pocono. The Poconos #1 luncheon show. Guests enjoy a buffet luncheon followed by a 2 hour production show filled with great music and hilarious comedy performed by King Henry and the Showmen. Lunch at 12noon show at 1:15pm.Call today for reservations 800-386-OPRY. 5-7 15th Annual Hawley Fall Foliage Antiques Show & Sale, The Ritz Theatre, Hawley. $6 Friday, $3 Saturday and Sunday. The show is set in a venue unlike any other, inside the deco-style Ritz Theatre. Small by today's standards with 20 dealers of very high quality. 226-9752. 6 Collectable Glass & Art Glass, Mentors Gallery, Jim Thorpe. Learn how to look at and appreciate glass with stained glass artist and art glass collector Richard Defeo. 10am-3pm. $15 per person (reservations required). 325-0216. 6,7 Scout Raft Rally Weekends, Whitewater Challengers Adventure Camp, White Haven. Exciting action packed weekends include rafting, biking, camping, games, and more. Free scout patch and certificate to all participants. Free raft rally t-shirts for our Sunday rafters. 888-RAFT-RALLY. 6,7 Harvest Festival, Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, Stroudsburg. Over 50 traditional crafts, skills, and cooking demonstrations, Civil War Encampment, one room schoolhouse, tasty country foods, folk entertainment, children's activities and much more! 10am-5pm. $5 adults, $2 children (3-12). 922-6161. 6,20 Fall Releases, Whitewater Challengers Outdoor Center, White Haven. Celebrate the peak of the fall foliage colors while rafting on extra water released from the Francis E. Walter Dam. 800-443-8554. 12-14 Womans Outdoor Weekend, Whitewater Challengers Outdoor Center, White Haven. Choose from a wide variety of exciting programs such as rafting, mountain biking, kayaking, horseback riding, hiking, map & compass, archery, and many more! Weekend includes all meals, shuttles, equipment, and a free t-shirt. 800-443-8554. 13 Hawley Harvest Hoedown, Main Ave and Keystone St., Hawley. Pumpkin decorating, old fashioned crafters, country line dancing, musical entertainment, hayrides, antique & collectable market, arts & crafts vendors, pony rides, games, exhibits, and food. Sponsored by the merchants committee of the Hawley-Lake Wallenpaupack Chamber. 226-3191. 14,20 Fall Foliage Tours, Kittatinny Canoes, Dingmans Ferry. Discover the splendor of paddling in Autumn. Color displays mirrored on the river's surface with waterfowl and birds of prey to make the trip even more colorful. 800-FLOAT-KC 27 Weekend Halloween Party, Caesars Pocono Resorts. Thisis the fall event not to miss. Filled with mystery and laughs. 1-800-233-4141. 27 Halloween Parade & Extravaganza, Main Street, Stroudsburg. This is a truly community based event as costumed kids, adults, and pets parade through downtown Stroudsburg. 424-9131. 31 Weekday Halloween Party, Caesars Pocono Resorts. Caesars Pocono Resorts team members have plenty of holiday surprises in store. 1-800-233-4141 First Saturaday Artwalk, Downtown Stroudsburg,PA. The first Saturday of every month is when to stroll the art galleries and view opening exhibits. Mix, mingle and enjoy a new experience. From 6-9pm. 424-9131. Last Sunday WWF Pay Per View Wrestling, The Downs At East Stroudsburg. $1 admission 11:30am-midnight. 426-1818. 17,18 10th annual Great Brews of America Beer Festival, Resort at Split Rock, Blakeslee. This two day indoor festival features over 50 of Americas finest microbreweries offering tastings of their latest brews. Crafts and artwork will be on exhibition and for sale as well as food. $18 advance, $22 at door, $15 group. 800-255-7625. 17,18 Antiques in Pike, The Riverview Inn on the Delaware, Matamoras. $3.50 per person. 35 quality dealers will display their wares just in time for the holiday shopping season. Good food available and plenty of free parking. 226-8213. 23 Tree Lighting Celebration, Courthouse Square, Stroudsburg. Courthouse Square is the charming setting for our annual tree lighting celebration. Brass ensembles, carollers, and toy soldiers help to put you in the magic of the holiday spirit. 424-9131. 24 Santa Saturdays, Main Street, Stroudsburg. Get your picture taken with Santa at his workshop on Main Street. Kids get your wish list together! noon-4pm. 424-9131. 29-Dec.15 King Henry's Pocono Mountain Christmas, Mount Airy Resort, Mt. Pocono. the Poconos favorite luncheon show. Guests enjoy a wonderful luncheon buffet, followed by a fabulous show, featuring holiday music, heart warming laughter, and a joyous celebration of the Christmas season. Performance by King Henry and the Showmen and special guest stars. Call Pocono Day Shows 800-386-6779. First Saturday Artwalk, Downtown Stroudsburg,PA. The first Saturday of every month is when to stroll the art galleries and view opening exhibits. Mix, mingle and enjoy a new experience. From 6-9pm. 424-9131. The Month of December 2nd annual Trim A Wreath Contest, The Downs At East Stroudsburg. $1 admission. Vote for your favorite charities wreath. Over $1,000 in prize money. 11:30am-midnight. 426-1818. Last Sunday WWF Pay Per View Wrestling, The Downs At East Stroudsburg. $1 admission 11:30am-midnight. 426-1818. 1,8,15,22 Santa Saturdays, Main Street, Stroudsburg. Get your picture taken with Santa at his workshop on Main Street. Kids get your wish list together! noon-4pm. 424-9131. 1,2,8,9 Old Time Christmas, Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, Stroudsburg. A winter evening on the farm...Period dressed guides lead you by lantern light through the various displays. Christmas Putz display, caroling, Belschnikel, refreshments and gift shop filled with hand crafted items. 4pm-7pm. $6 adults, $3 children (3-12). 992-6161. 14-16 Winterfest Celebration, Downtown Hawley. 2nd annual non-motorized Victorian parade, Victorian costume gala, Victorian tea with costumed readings from Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol', teen dance, arts and crafts fair, train excursion from Honesdale to Hawley in time for the Holiday show at the Ritz Theatre, photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus, caroling, bonfires, parade, music, entertainment, ice carvings, snowman scupltures, luncheons, book singing, holiday readings, children and teen activities, hayrides, carriage rides, and much more. 226-3191. 15 Night of art, Song & Spirit, Downtown Stroudsburg. Over 40 performances with church choirs, brass ensembles, ballet dancers, singers, actors and more at the night of art song & spirit. Art galleries hold special events. Horse and carriage rides. Enjoy the magic of the holiday season. 424-9131. Christmas Eve Pocono Lively Arts Community Carol Sing, Downtown Stroudsburg. Bring your friends and family to court house square to celebrate Christmas Eve with a Carol Sing around a 30 foot Christmas Tree. 6:30 pm. 424-9131. pocono.com Scranton/Wilkes Barre ---> Philadelphia visitor's guide Visit
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