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May 28 2010

Keys for the City!

Category: Hilton Garden Inn Lancaster — Steven @ 12:32 pm
Keys for the City

What a great exhibit for Lancaster city. Get out and explore the city and make some noise!

Keys for the city is a project of twenty custom designed pianos set throughout the city as in interactive art exhibit. This is another great example of Lancaster’s exploding art scene. Created by Music for Everyone, a non-profit based in Lancaster PA.

“The pianos are intended to engage the public by inspiring people to stop and strike a few keys or play an entire piece,” said John Gerdy, president of Music For Everyone. “This project is a literal expression of what this organization is about – Music For Everyone.”


You might even catch me sipping on a square one coffee and pounding on the keys!



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Nov 05 2009

Come Experience the Fine Arts of Lancaster, PA

Category: Homewood Suites Lancaster — Steven @ 11:53 am

 

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Come visit the Homewood Suites in Lancaster, PA where you are only minutes from the Fine Arts of downtown Lancaster.

First Fridays are a great time to experience the urban ambiance of downtown Lancaster! Join the thousands who enjoy the evening’s artistic energy and fun surprises that make each First Friday special.

First Fridays occur on the first Friday evening of every month year round. Over 70 arts venues extend their hours and stay open to 9:00 PM – some even later! Music and refreshments often complement the changing exhibitions and performances.

With a large number of galleries concentrated in Lancaster’s bustling downtown district, it is easy and fun to stroll the streets, browse the galleries, meet the artists, and purchase fine art to grace your home and office. Along the way, you will find a range of distinctive owner-operated boutiques and shops with unique and eclectic products not duplicated elsewhere. Complete the evening with a meal at one of the numerous excellent downtown restaurants that offer menus from casual to fine dining. Whether you are looking for sophisticated or funky, retro or edgy, antique or contemporary, you will find it in downtown Lancaster. You can plan your visit with the First Friday Plan and Map which shows all the events.

Please check out our special Holiday rates at www.homewoodholidays.com. Hope to see you soon!

Oct 20 2009

Ten Places to Take the Kids in Lancaster

Category: Hilton Garden Inn Lancaster — Steven @ 8:33 am

1. Strasburg Railroad: Located in the historic town of Strasburg, the Railroad is a great place for kids to explore the old Iron Horses of the past. With daily runs between Strasburg and Paradise this 30 minute ride is just right for all ages.

Price Range: $7.00 – $20.00           Age Groups: All Ages

2. Hands on House: Located Just North East of Lancaster City this is a great place to take the children for interactive shared learning experiences.

Price Range: $7.00                              Age Groups: 2-10

3. Kreider Dairy Farm Tour: Is a tour of a real working farm that supplies fresh milk, eggs and ice cream to stores. This is a great tour for all ages to see how a modern farm is run. It is a great comparison to the many Amish Farm tours in the area.

Price Range:  Must Contact              Age Groups: All Ages

4. Dutch Wonderland: An amusement park designed for the young at heart. Rides and entertainment focus around a Knight and princess theme.

Price Range: $30.95                           Age Groups 0 – 10

5. Village Greens miniatures Golf course: Two miniature golf courses set within 13 acres or lush gardens. Open seasonal from April to Mid October.

Price Range: $6.50 – $8.00            Age Groups: All Ages

6. Lancaster Science Factory:  The Lancaster Science Factory is a technology and science center, offering dozens of exciting exhibits relating to the physical sciences, engineering, technology and mathematics!

Price Range $5.00 – $7.00            Age Groups: All Ages

7. Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire:Wonder through the faire grounds as history comes alive all around you. From the Jousting, and other medieval sports, to historical artisans showing the traditional arts of glass blowing and blacksmith. Add to that Food, and Music and you may never want to leave this fantasy world.

Price Range: $9.95 (child admission) $24.95 (adult admission) Age Group: All Ages

8. Long’s Park: Is an 80 acre public park located North West of Downtown Lancaster. With Large Picnic areas, and several playgrounds this is a great place to come let the kids run off all that extra energy.

Price Range: FREE                               Age Group: All Ages

9. The Amish Farm and House: Learn what it’s like to live and work on an Amish farm. Offers countryside tours through Amish farmlands.

Price Range: $7.95 – $24.95          Age Group: All Ages

10. SturgisPretzel Factory: Founded in 1861 the pretzel factory is the oldest commercial pretzel factory. With guided tours of the facility and fresh pretzels made daily this is one yummy tour not to be missed.

Price Range $2.00 – $3.00            Age Group: All Ages.