# Lancaster pa
Family Fun: Carnival Weekend at Dutch Wonderland [Lancaster, PA]
Are your kids into carnivals? This weekend at Dutch Wonderland, it's all about jugglers, balloon artists, food, treats, and lots of carnival related fun. Every now and then throughout the year, the amusement park has fun events lined up, and the Carnival Weekend is a popular one among families, both local families and tourists from out-of-town.
This Weekend, It's All About Rhubarb at Kitchen Kettle Village [Festival]
Have you ever been to Kitchen Kettle Village? That's where it's all happening this weekend. They have their very own Rhubarb Festival in the heart of the county. In fact, this place in Intercourse, PA, has been dedicating time to celebrate rhubarb for the past 30 years. Every spring, the village pays tribute with a two-day food festival filled with all things rhubarb and fun events for young and old.
Pool Season is Approaching - 3 Things You Should Know [Lancaster, PA]
Are you planning on getting a seasonal pass to one of Lancaster County's swimming pools this summer? No matter where you live in the county, odds are there's a public swimming pool nearby, but there are three things you should know about this pool season.
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Farmers Market Season Begins - New Vendors, Food, Fun [Downtown Lititz, PA]
Lititz Farmers Market is one you don't want to miss out on. This seasonal outdoor market in Lititz Springs Park is a community gathering spot, and this year, several vendors are setting up shop each Thursday.
Dessert at Son's Ice Cream in East Petersburg [Lancaster, PA]
It's the season for soft serve ice cream, milkshakes, and sundaes. For a kid, few things will beat Son's in East Petersburg. This spot is locally known for serving large portions. They also have more options when it comes to ice cream than I've seen anywhere else, not only in Lancaster but the surrounding areas as well. There is so much to choose between it can actually get tricky to decide what to order. Everything looks delicious. Son's also make their own Italian ice. Their gelatis are made with creamy soft serve vanilla ice cream, and flavors rotate and change daily.
Tourist in Lancaster City, PA? Here Are 3 Fun Things to Do, Year-Round
Lancaster has become a popular destination for weekend getaways and family trips. Although there is a ton of seasonal fun to explore at farms and throughout the city, some things are constant, year-round, and these are the ones I'll highlight today.
3 Places to Go Vintage Shopping in Lancaster, PA [Spring 2022]
Lancaster, PA is a hidden gem when it comes to vintage shopping. There are so many unique spots worth visiting and today, I'll highlight three of them, some of them sort of tucked away and hard to find.
3 Summer Camps for Kids in Lancaster, PA [Featured]
If you're sending your kids to camp this summer, there are a lot of options in Lancaster, PA. This week I am highlighting three camps, all of which are offering day camps for children, covering everything from dance, to sports of all sorts, and time travel adventures!
Rooftop Bars Worth Visiting in Lancaster, PA, This Season
There are a handful of rooftop bars in Lancaster City, PA, and the season for enjoying them has just begun. Here are 5 rooftop bars, all located in the heart of the city. I'm starting with the tallest of them all, pictured above.
3 Outdoorsy Things To Do With Kids This Weekend [Lancaster, PA]
The weather is getting warmer, and unless you're allergic to pollen, it's a great time to be outdoors. I've gathered three fun things you can do with family or friends this weekend, all of them very kid-friendly.
Fun Things To Do During Mother's Day Weekend in Lancaster, PA
Mother's Day is a day worth celebrating for all the moms out there, and there are several fun events lined up in Lancaster, PA. I've listed a handful of them right here. Ken's Gardens are hosting two Mother's Day workshops this weekend. First, a Mother’s Day Eclectic Succulent Workshop where you get to create a beautiful and eclectic succulent planter. For this workshop, you will be planting succulents into a recycled container that you might find in a kitchen. The workshop includes instruction, container, succulent soil and embellishments. They're also doing a Mother’s Day Container Garden Workshop where you can mix and match with a variety of colorful annual plants.
A Spring Morning Coffee Date at Scratch Bakes in Ephrata, PA
Whenever I am finding myself in the heart of Ephrata, PA, I usually stop by Scratch Bakes. After a wonderful first-time experience last year when they told me as I was about to pay: "Someone already took care of your bill", I have been back a few times.
Exploring The Bowling + Arcade at Park City Mall [Lancaster, PA]
The other day my husband and I wanted to surprise the kids by taking them bowling. We googled places in our area, and Round 1 Bowling & Amusement came up. We decided to head over, not expecting too much more than a decent bowling alley.
One of the Most Charming Restaurants in Ephrata Prepares Second Location
This is a restaurant along Ephrata's West Main Street. Although it may look like someone's private, residential property, this place is packed with good food and desserts, made locally for guests to enjoy. Just as wonderful as all the deliciousness, are the views. This is Lancaster County farmland at its best and a visit during dusk is magical, especially now that it's warmer out.
Gallery Row and Why it's Worth a Visit [Lancaster, PA]
Gallery Row features many of Lancaster City’s art galleries and is the center of the city's art scene. You'll find Gallery Row on the first and second blocks of North Prince Street. Several local artists are represented, and the art you find here is both unique and covers a wide array of styles.
Wood-Fired Dessert at a Rooftop Overlooking Lancaster City, PA
You can't beat the view from this restaurant, that's for sure. The Exchange in downtown Lancaster City offers panoramic views of the beautiful city, and features all-weather and open-air lounge areas nearly 180 feet in the air. It is a fun experience for the view itself.
Dining in at Mojo Asian Cuisine and Sushi Bar in Lancaster, PA
Mojo's is well-known as a go-to for Asian comfort food in the area, especially in the northern part of Lancaster, PA. The restaurant used to have limited hours and takeout only for a long period of time. These days, they are offering guests the opportunity to dine in. I recently did just that, and it was a pleasant experience.
Conway Social Club is as Hip as Ever [Spring 2022]
Last year, I explored Conway Social Club, a high-end, speakeasy-inspired bar in the heart of Lancaster, PA. This spot specializes in cocktails. When visiting, you get to see first-hand that a cocktail is so much more than just the sum of its parts. It is creative and flavorful, and crafting the perfect cocktail requires talent as well as passion.
Passenger Coffee - A Trendy, Minimalist Inspired Coffee Shop in Lancaster, PA
When Passenger Coffee recently was named the best coffee shop, not only in Lancaster but in all of Pennsylvania, I knew I had to check it out. Located in the heart of the city, it's easily accessible and easy to find.