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June EventsHere is a listing and description of some of the special June events taking place in Lancaster County: Adamstown Antiques Extravaganza - Nestled in the heart of scenic Pennsylvania Dutch Country, little Adamstown has become the premier year-round antiques destination in the Northeast. If you only have the opportunity to attend one antiques event, this is arguably the one to experience. Over 5,000 antique dealers will be on had to showcase and sell their treasures.
Bird-In-Hand Make your own Lollipops Day - Ever wonder how lollipops are made? Andy Duncan of the CTC Lollipop Company will be hosting two 2-hour sessions that are geared for your children. Each child will leave with 5 lollipops and the experience of making them all by themselves. They will be able to choose their own shapes and flavors out of the selection provided that day.
Columbia 27th Annual Antique, ART & CRAFT SHOW - This annual event features over 250 antique, art & craft vendors in the Locust Street area of downtown Columbia which is held rain or shine.
Ephrata 14th Annual International Children's Festival - Your children will love this indoor and outdoor providing hands-on activities, games, food, and live music. Your children will learn to craft an Andean Panflute; learn Guatemalan weaving on a hand-held branch loom; design international jewelry; play with henna hand art; create a mosaic stepping stone, and much more. There will world music, international food, and opportunities to take a ride on a real southeast Asian rickshaw.
Celebrations in the Gardens - Garden Tour 2007 - A garden tour featuring six beautiful Lancaster County gardens. Some include a themed celebration.
Building History: Making and Saving Historic Architecture - Experience Pennsylvania German Heritage. Ephrata Cloister’s architecture, known nationally for its significance to early American culture, forms the backdrop for this event. Learn about the region’s distinctive and historic buildings discover how you can help preserve the past. The program includes: opportunities to explore original structures from the 1700s; demonstrations of traditional building techniques; discussion about the benefits of historic preservation; tours of un-restored portions of the Cloister buildings; hands-on activities and special exhibits allow visitors to explore the buildings of early Pennsylvania German settlers.
Intercourse 12th Annual Berry Festival - Turn-of-the-century community social with down home banjo music, street entertainers and old-fashioned family festivities. Indoors and out, find all types of food displays and cooking ideas featuring fresh, locally-grown berries.
Intercourse Heritage Days - Enjoy an old fashioned family celebration with plenty of Pennsylvania Dutch food, music and fun activities. Festivities for all ages include tractor rides, horseshoeing, pony rides, a petting zoo, an antique classic car show, a volleyball tournament, a tractor parade,live music, fireworks and much more. There will even be a local skydiver who will parachute out of plane.
Peach Jam Jam - Visit the Jam & Relish Kitchen for plenty of samples of tasty, freshly made peach and ginger peach jam. The friendly staff will answer your questions and provide cooking tips and information. Peach inspired foods will also be on the Kling House Restaurant & Kettle Cafe menus.
Kinzers 4th Annual Pennsylvania Gourd Fest - Gourd crafting classes & demonstrations; gourd crafting tools & supplies for sale; finished gourds & raw gourds for sale.
Lancaster City 45th Annual Open Art Award Exhibit - Lancaster Summer Arts Festival’s annual exhibition featuring art work by Lancaster County artists.
Feathers, Fills and Frills by Machine - Participants in this class will learn free motion quilting fills and feathers. This is a technique class working with 15” squares of muslin and batting, and each person will take home their samples. The event is sponsored by the Heritage Center of Lancaster County Registration deadline: May 17, 2007. Advance registration is required.
Lancaster's Summertime Blues Bash 2007 - Enjoy the entertainment at this annual bash devoted to the Blues which is held in an outdoor courtyard in historic Lancaster. This year's Blues performers include: “Princess of the Rockin’ Gospel Blues” Sharrie Williams & the Wiseguys, The Clarence Spady Band, and D.C. & Co.
Back to the Past - Your entire family will enjoy this street celebration held by the shops and restaurants of North Queen Street. Festivities include demonstrations, magic, exhibits, antique appraisals, an auction, contests and more.
Demuth Garden Weekend Tour - Take a tour of the homes and gardens of eleven exclusive Lancaster County locations which reflect the work of Lancaster artist Charles Demuth.
World's Largest Shoo-Fly Pie Bake Off & Eating Contest - Join a panel of judges as some of the best bakers in Lancaster County compete to see who will be awarded the 2007 title of Best Shoo-Fly Pie in Lancaster County. Also, have fun while local contestants compete in a good old-fashioned pie eating contest. Find out who will win the title by eating the most pies in eight minutes.
Lititz Lovin' Lititz Every Second - Enjoy an evening perfect for families, featuring art, history, shopping, fellowship and music throughout Lititz. Discover this historic town known for chocolate, historical buildings and great art. Musicians will perform, artists will exhibit works along the sidewalks and merchants will open their doors to visitors.
14th Annual Lititz' AMBUCS' Crafts-In-The-Park - Sponsored by the Lititz Chapter of AMBUCS, promoting the creation of mobility and independence for people with disabilities. This terrific day-long event showcases hand-crafted items, fine art, photography and so much more. Held rain or shine in the beautiful, historic Lititz Springs Park.
Lititz Historical Foundation's Annual Antique Show & Bake Sale - Over 50 top quality antique dealers will showcase and sell their prize pieces. There will also be a bake sale offering good old-fashioned Lancaster County baking.
Manheim Celtic Fling and Highland Games - Enjoy the fun and excitement as hundreds of Celtic musicians, dancers, craftsmen, Scottish clans, Irish societies and rugged athletes from across North America and Europe gather for competition, sheepherding, crafts, food and music.
Ronks Farm Baby Days - Every Saturday from May 26, 2007 to June 30, 2007, Cherry-Crest Farm invites you and your child for a hands-on visit with some of the farm's baby animals from the popular Farm Animal Center. On June 2, 2007, meet daisy, the baby lamb. On June 9, 2007, meet Kidder the baby goat. On June 16, 2007, meet Quacker the baby duckling. On June 23, 2007, Fluffy the baby bunny. On June 30, 2007, meet Brewster the baby Pig. Other fun activities include the Giant Hay Shoot Slide, Singing Chicken Show, and Lil' Farmers Playland. The Food Court offers fresh squeezed lemonade and their famous Kettle Korn.
Strasburg Pennsys Days 2007 - Pennsy Days annual weekend is traditionally filled with interesting activities for the entire family. There will be exhibits of original work by railroad artists and authors; displays of memorabilia and collectibles; historical presentations; tours of locomotives and railroad cars; operating model railroads and other special events for Railroad Museum visitors. The event is sponsored by the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission, the Friends of the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania and the Pennsylvania Railroad Technical & Historical Society, Philadelphia chapter.
Wine & Cheese Train - Complimentary wine, cheese and crackers are provided with First-Class accommodations on the Parlor Car. Beer, mixed drinks, non-alcoholic hot & cold beverages are also available for purchase.
Day Out With Thomas - Join Thomas the Tank Engine, a full-sized, operating steam locomotive, as he chugs into town with his friends. Ride a train pulled by Thomas and meet Sir Topham Hatt. There will be storytelling, live music, and more fun for kids.
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