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Five Fun Free Family Things To Do September 15-17, 2017

September 15th, 2017 No comments

Five Fun Free Family Things To Do This Weekend
September 15-17, 2017

5 Salvation Army Lancaster Back Yard Bash-Block Party tomorrow (Sat. Sept. 16) from 10am-2pm at the Salvation Army in Lancaster. Free food, games, prizes, clowns, music, magic show, and STEVEN COURTNEY! More Info: 717-397-7565

4 Lititz Area Mennonite School 40th Annual Fall Festival, tomorrow (Saturday, September 16) 4-8pm at the school on Newport Road in Lititz. Pumpkin Bowling, Pumkin Painting, hay rides, food trucks, and live worship music. More Info: Lams.Info

3 Homestead Day Festival tomorrow (Saturday, Sept. 16) 10am-2pm at Homestead Village, Lancaster. Bounce House, Wagon Rides, Balloon Art, Crafts, and concerts by Phredd and the Twin Rose Community Band. More info: HomesteadVillage.org

2 Denver Fair, continuing today 10am-10pm and tomorrow 9am-9pm (Friday & Saturday Sept 15 & 16) at Denver Memorial Park. Rides, Games, Music, Jello Eating Contest, Hot Wings Eating Contest, Cornhole Tournament, Exhibits, Animals and more. More Info: TheDenverFair.com

1 East Petersburg Days tonight 6-10pm and tomorrow 8:30am-11pm (Friday & Saturday Sept 15 & 16) at East Petersburg Park. Kids Fun Run, Totally 80s 5k, Parade, Music, Chili Cookoff, Rides, Fireworks and More. More Info: EastPetersburgDay.com

Five Fun Free Family Things To Do Sept 8-10, 2017

September 8th, 2017 No comments

Five Fun Free Family Things To Do This Weekend
September 8-10, 2017

5 Conestoga Herb Guild Herb Fest tomorrow (Saturday September 9) 9am-2pm at the Boettcher House Museum in Landis Woods in Lancaster. Herbal crafts, jams, jellies, baked goods, herbal food and beverage samples, wreath demonstrations, Potpourri, soaps, garlic, garden décor and more. More Info: Conestoga Herb Guild Facebook Page

4 Praise Jam 2017 tonight (Friday Sept. 8) 7pm-9:30pm at Grace Point Church of the Nazarene. Worship teams from local churches including: The Living Room of Ephrata, Grace Point Nazarene of Ephrata, & Grace Community Church of Willow Street. Local non-profit Ministries will also have tables and information available. More Info: www.nazgp.org

3 Community Day at Spring Creek Church of the Brethren of Hershey, tomorrow (Saturday September 9) 3-8pm. Presentations by Zoo America, Firetrucks, Teddy Bear Clinic, Derry K9 Unit, Ice Cream, Games and more. The evening will close with a worship concert. More Info: SpringCreekCOB.org

2 9th Annual Peach Festival tomorrow (Saturday, September 9) 3-6 pm at The Lititz United Methodist Church in Lititz. Jazz music with the “Swing Street” trio, Encore Dance Group, candy scramble, Inflatable Skeeball, Free games, PLUS Peach ice cream, peach cobbler, peach pie, and assorted homemade baked goods. Rain or shine. Proceeds benefit Warwick Release Time! More Info: www.lititzumc.org.

1 Landis Homes Fellowship Day & Community Auction, at Landis Homes, East Oregon Road, Lititz, tomorrow (Saturday, September 9) 8am-2pm. Bounce houses, barrel train rides, petting zoo, face painting, balloons and more. KCB broadcasting live 9am-noon with free goodies like Chick-fil-A cookies, requests, games and more. More Info: Landishomes.org

Five Fun Free Family Things To Do September 1-3, 2017

September 1st, 2017 No comments

Five Fun Free Family Things To Do This Weekend
September 1-3, 2017

5 That Pet Show tomorrow (Saturday, Sept 2) noon-1pm at That Fish Place – That Pet Place, Centerville Road, Lancaster. Reptiles, amphibians, small pets and more! Learn about animal diet, habitat, communication, adaptation, and more! The free show is hosted by animal expert Stacy Davis. More Info: ThatPetPlace.com

4 First Friday Lancaster in Downtown Lancaster tonight (Friday, September 1)  5-9pm.  Art galleries, studios, museums, music, and more in downtown Lancaster.   More Info: VisitLancasterCity.com

3 Hammel Associates Architects in Lancaster First Friday Lego Building Party tonight (Friday, September 1) from 5-8:30pm at their offices on Grant Street in Lancaster. Architectural, Trains, Freestyle, Connects, Creator – more than 40,000 bricks, plates and specialty pieces to build with. More Info:  Hammelarch.com

2 Hospice & Community Care Labor Day Auction, tomorrow (Saturday) Sunday and Monday (September 2-4) at the Solanco Fairgrounds in Quarryville beginning at 7:30am each day. Art, Plants, Quilts, Food and more. The event is free, proceeds from the auction benefit local Hospice & Community Care. More Info: labordayauction.org

1 30th Annual Heart of Lancaster Arts & Crafts Show tomorrow (Saturday) & Sunday (September 2 & 3) 10am-4pm at Roots Country Market, Graystone Road, Manheim. Over 200 Exhibitors and over 50 demonstrations. Live music by Susquehanna Pipes and Drums. More Info: hlcshow.com

Five Fun Free Family Things To Do August 25-27, 2017

August 25th, 2017 No comments

Five Fun Free Family Things To Do This Weekend
August 25-27, 2017

5 Activ8 Love Fest Sunday (Aug. 27) 5pm-8pm at Lancaster Teen Haven. Food, bounce houses, face painting, snow cones, prizes and more. Activ8 Love Fest concludes with a concert featuring Tampa, FLorida Artist Loso. More Info: 717-392-1995

4 Sidewalk Prophets in concert tomorrow (Saturday, August 26) at 7pm at West York Area Middle School to benefit Every Child is Worthy Ministries. ECW is a ministry helping disabled orphans around the world through outreach, restoration, and the message of Jesus Christ. More Info: www.ecwministries.org

3 The Elizabethtown Fair continues today and tomorrow (Friday & Saturday, August 25 & 26) Animal, agricultural, competitions and commercial exhibits, petting zoo, entertainment, contests and more. More Info: http://etownfair.org/

2 Lancaster Airport Community Days’ “Celebration of Flight” tomorrow and Sunday (August 26-27).Saturday 10-6 and Sunday 10-4. A variety of aircrafts on display and in the air. Plane or helicopter rides. Air Show begins at noon each day. The event is free, there is a cost for parking. More Info: http://lancasterairport.com/

1 The 6th Annual Kids Cookie Break Fest, tomorrow (Saturday, Agust 26) Two identical programs 10am-2pm and 3-7pm. For those who have tickets the festival features Inflatables, Petting Zoo, Barrel Train Rides, Pedal Cars, Local Fire and Police vehicles, and concerts in the air-conditioned Landis Hall! For those attending please hashtag your pics with #kcb2017.

Five Fun Free Family Things To Do August 18-20, 2017

August 18th, 2017 No comments

Five Fun Free Family Things To Do This Weekend
August 18-20, 2017

5 3rd Annual Camden’s 5k Run to benefit SIDS Research at Franklin & Marshall College, tomorrow (Saturday, August 19) 9-11am. 5k, Kids Bubble Run, Black Rock Retreat Center’s Petting Zoo , snacks and drinks and Kids Cookie Break Brroadcasting Live. More Info: at the Camdens Run Facebook page

4 Lancaster City Back to School Block Party, Sunday (Aug 20) 3-7pm, First Block of Queen Street. Face Painting, Food Trucks, Dunk Tanks, Contests & More.

3 Evening of Worship with Phil Stacey tonight (Friday, Aug. 17) at 7pm at Bethel Assembly of God in Littlestown. Phil Stacey is a worship leader and was a finalists on the 6th season of American Idol. The concert is free, a free will offering will be received. More Info: www.bethelag.com

2 Rosedale Church of the Nazarene’s Back to School Bash Sunday (Aug. 20). Free lunch, games, and a Concert by Phredd! Kids 5 to 12 will receive a free backpack. Register for the free backpack ahead of time by calling 717-939-3740. More Info: https://www.rosedalenazarene.org/

1 Free Water Slide Day and Backpack Blessing, tomorrow (Saturday, Aug 19) 12:30pm to 4pm at Zion Lutheran in Leola. 4 giant water slides, Free food and fun. Bring your towels & lawn chairs. Also bring your backpack for a blessing or register to receive one. Backpacks will be given to elementary age children that register. More Info and Registration: http://www.zionleola.org/

Five Fun Free Family Things To Do July 28-30, 2017

July 28th, 2017 No comments

Five Fun Free Family Things To Do This Weekend
July 28-30, 2017

5 Lebanon Area Fair 2017 continuing today and tomorrow (Friday & Saturday, July 28 & 29) 8am -10:30pm each day at The Lebanon Valley Expo Center and Fairgrounds. Free admission from 8am to 3pm daily.  Children under 10 years of age admitted free all day, every day. More Info: LebanonAreaFair.com

4 Fourth Friday in River Towns – Columbia, Marietta and Wrightsville, tonight (Friday, July 28) 5-9pm. Music in the Park, Trolley Rides, Galleries, antique shops, local eateries, and more. More Info: parivertowns.com

3 15th Annual Taste of Mount Joy Cruisin’ Cuisine tomorrow (Sat. July 29) 11am-3pm on Main Street in Mount Joy. Antique Cars, Tractors & Motorcycles. Many Food Vendors and Area Restaurants
More Info: At Mainstreet Mount Joy’s Facebook page

2 JumpStart3 Family concert tonight (Friday, July 28) 6:30pm at Grace Fellowship York. JumpStart3 modern music encourages all ages to hide God’s word in their hearts. The concert is free with a suggested donation of one school supply to be donated to local schools.
More Info: GraceYork.com

1 Family Movie Night at The Junction Center Landis Hall tonight (Friday, July 28) 7pm. Come early to ride the pedal cars, weather permitting. Free tickets available at the door. Get the movie and more info: The Junction Center tab of WJTL.com

 

Five Fun Free Family Things To Do July 21-23, 2017

July 21st, 2017 No comments

Five Fun Free Family Things To Do This Weekend
July 21-23, 2017

5 The Ephrata Concert Band in concert on Sunday (July 23) at 7:15pm at the band shell at the foot of Cocalico Street in Ephrata Borough’s Grater Park. Bring folding chairs. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will take place inside the Ephrata Recreation Center.
More Info: (717) 738-3084

4 Lifeway Christian Store Harrisburg Kids Day, tomorrow (Saturday, July 22) from 10am-2pm. Games, face painting, snow cones, and a visit from Bob and Larry. More Info: lifeway.com

3 Long’s Park Summer Saturday Music Series tomorrow (Saturday, July 22) beginning at 7:30pm at The Long’s Park Ampitheatre in Lancaster, featuring a free concert by The Steven Courtney Band and Mark DeRose & The Dreadnought Brigade. More Info: Longspark.org

2 Family Fun Night, Sunday (July 23) from 6pm-8pm at Bible Fellowship Church of Ephrata. Reptile show by Jesse Rothacker of Forgotten Friend Reptile Sanctuary & a concert by Phredd. More Info: 717-733-2526

1 Lebanon Area Fair 2017 from kicking of tomorrow (Saturday, July 22) and continueing thru Saturday, July 29. 8am -10:30pm each day at The Lebanon Valley Expo Center and Fairgrounds. Free admission from 8am to 3pm daily.  Children under 10 years of age admitted free all day, every day. More Info: www.lebanonareafair.com

Five Fun Free Family Things To Do July 14-16, 2017

July 14th, 2017 No comments

Five Fun Free Family Things To Do This Weekend
July 14-16, 2017

5 That Fish Place – That Pet Place Third Annual Kids Day celebration! Sunday (July 16) 11am to 3pm at their store in Lancaster. Fun activities, prizes and pet education. Kids Day gives children the opportunity to learn about their favorite pets! More Info: ThatPetPetPLace.com/Kids-Day

4 Worship In The Park, tomorrow (Saturday July 15) 11am-2pm at Long Level Park, Lock 2 next to the Susquehanna River south of Wrightsville.  Music, face painting, food, games and fun. Bring a lawn chair. More Info: GatewayChurchYork.com

3 Zealand Worship Concert, tomorrow (Saturday July 15) 7pm at Lykens Valley Campmeeting. Phil Joel formerly of the Newsboys has formed a new band called Zealand Worship. Free seating available in the open air tabernacle or bring a chair or blanket. More Info:www.lykensvalleycamp.com

2 Conestoga Fun Day, Sunday (July 16)from 10am-3pm at Safe Harbor Park, River Road in Conestoga. Bounce houses, free food, live music, face painting, balloons, juggling and more. www.conestogaunderground.com

1 Cavod Academy Open House, tomorrow (Sat. July 15) from 9am-2pm at Cavod Academy of the Arts in New Holland. Face Painting, Bounce Houses, Free Food, Entertainmment and Tour the Cavod facility & meet the instructors. Lisa and Kids Cookie Break Broadcasting Live. More Info: cavodacademy.com

 

Five Fun Free Family Things To Do June 23-25, 2017

June 23rd, 2017 No comments

Five Fun Free Family Things To Do This Weekend
June 23-25, 2017

5 The 4th annual Civil War Living History Encampment of the 2nd Pennsylvania Cavalry/59th Regiment Volunteer Company D, today (Friday, June 23) noon-4pm tomorrow (Saturday, June 24) 10am-3pm and Sunday (June 25) noon to 4pm. The living history event happens on the grounds of the Robert Fulton Birthplace, Robert Fulton Highway, in Quarryville. Visitors to the grounds will be immersed in American history during the 1860s.
Soldiers and citizens of the era will recount stories, demonstrate skills, and re-enact daily life, both on and off the battlefield. The event is free, but donations are appreciated, and benefit the Solanco Historical Society and the Robert Fulton Birthplace. More Info: SouthernLancasterHistory.org

4 Carousel Organ and Calliope display and concert at Shupp’s Grove Antique Market, Adamstown, tomorrow (Saturday, June 24) and Sunday (June 25) 7am-4pm. The Carousel Organ Society of America will have large Carousel Organs, Calliopes and Han-Cranked Music Boxes on display throughout the market. A Carousel Organ and Calliope Concert will be Saturday at 2pm and Sunday at 1pm. More Info: ShuppsGrove.com

3 All Aboard: A Salute to the Great American Railroad: A free 30 minute show about trains for kids and their families, tomorrow (Saturday, June 24) at The Barn at The Red Caboose Motel in Ronks, PA. Showtimes are 10:30, 11:30, 1:30 & 2:30. Railroad songs, a choo-choo conga-line, giveaways and even a sing-a-long. More Info: RedCabooseMotel.com

2 Free Community Day tomorrow (Saturday June 24) from 10am-4pm at Word of Grace Church, Eckman Road in Lancaster. Tethered hot air balloon rides, bounce houses, barrel train, firefighter games, kids’ craft station, and more. More Info: wordofgracepa.com

1 Central Penn Parent Lancaster Family Festival tomorrow (Sat. June 24) from 10am-3pm at Long’s Park in Lancaster. This FREE event will feature music and stage performances, a petting zoo and pony rides, Atomic bounce houses, story time corner, Super Hero Parade, and lots of exhibitors with child-friendly activities. More Info: FamilyFavoritesFestival.com/Lancaster

 

Five Fun Free Family Things To Do June 16-18,2017

June 16th, 2017 No comments

Five Fun Free Family Things To Do This Weekend
June 16-18, 2017

5 Thunder on The River tomorrow (Saturday, June 17) 10am-2pm on Locust Street in Columbia. Vintage Cars, Oldies Music, kids area, Admission is free but bring canned goods for Columbia Food Bank. More Info: PaRiverTowns.com

4 The Music For Everyone Festival at Kitchen Kettle Village, Old Philadelphia Pike in Gordonville, tomorrow (Saturday, June 17) 10am-6pm A wide variety of music, concerts, street acts, and more. Music For Everyone is a Lancaster based non-profit dedicated to raising awareness and resources to strengthen the role music plays in local schools and communities. More Info: KitchenKettle.com

3 The National Civil War Museum in Harrisburg Summer, Community Free day tomorrow (Saturday, June 17) from 9am-4pm. Visitors can enjoy activities, including firing demonstrations of U.S. Artillery; Frederick Morsell portraying Frederick Douglass in “The Christiana Affairs and Abolitionism in Central Pennsylvania;” Exhibits, talks, Civil War Period clothing and coloring stations. More Info: NationalCivilWarMuseum.org

2 Allegro Orchestra Lancaster in concert Sunday (June 18) 7:30pm at Long’s Park Amphitheater as part of the Free Longs’ Park Summer Concert Series. The mission of Allegro Orchestra Lancaster is to expand the appreciation and love for classical music across multiple generations in Lancaster County by making great music accessible in new, friendly and playful ways. More Info. LongsPark.org

1 Intercourse Heritage Days, today, tomorrow and Sunday (June 16-18) at Intercourse Community Park. petting zoo. candy drop, antique tractor show, fire truck demonstration, fireworks and more! The Together Initiative’s 6th annual Together Run Ride Walk activities also happening for people of all ages. More Info: IntercourseHeritageDays.com

Five Fun Free Family Things To Do June 2-4, 2017

June 2nd, 2017 No comments

Five Fun Free Family Things To Do This Weekend
June 2-4, 2017

5 Community Day at Lancaster South End Park, tomorrow (Saturday, June 3) noon-4pm. Food, Games, and music by Jimmy Emig Band and SOZO. More Info: 717-397-5451

4 Family of Restoration Ministries Family Fun Fest, tomorrow (Saturday, June 3) 9am-2pm at their headquarters, 28th Division Hwy in Lititz. Games, Balloons, Face-painting and a concert by Phredd.  More Info: Family Restoration Ministries’ Facebook page.

3 Mountville Summer Lawn Concert Kick off, Sunday  (June 4) at Mountville Church of the Brethren beginning at 7pm featuring The Bainbridge Band. More Info: MountVilleCOB.org

2 Ten Thousand Villages’ Annual Children’s Festival, tomorrow  (Saturday, June 3) 10am to 3pm at Ten Thousand Villages, Rt. 272 North in Ephrata.  Crafts, Games, Music & Food from cultures around the world. Attenders will also have the opportunity to pack Relief Kit Buckets, which will be sent by Mennonite Central Committee to families living in refugee camps around the world. More Info: 717-721-8400

1 GO York Summer Reading Program Kick-Off tomorrow (Sat. June 3) 9am-Noon at Dover Area Community Center.  Kids Cookie Break broadcasting live. Jesse Rothacker from Forgotten Friends Reptile Sanctuary will be on hand, a strolling musician and more.  More Info: YorkLibraries.org