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If you've passed Lancaster PA's Buchanan Park, located on Lancaster's West End at Buchanan and Race
Avenue, you may have wondered why the small historic building, of almost doll house proportions, is located close to the middle of the park. I had originally guessed that it might have once been a small schoolhouse.
In fact, the building is a miniature reproduction of the old Lancaster Courthouse. During World War I, war bonds were sold from this small edifice, at the time located on Penn Square.
In recent years, the building has sat unused, its paint peeling and and its cupola leaning unsteadily.
Now Lancaster City Parks and Recreation plans to straighten up the cupola, paint and make other repairs with the help of students from the Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology.
Lancaster City Parks & Recreation will conduct a study toassess whether additional structural repairs may be needed to restore the building.

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Terre Hill Days
July 16 – July 19
Terre Hill Community Memorial Park
Live entertainment each night along with great food, games and carnival rides creates a family friendly
atmosphere for fun by all ages! Special events on Saturday include a bi-plane candy scramble, skydive bingo, outhouse races and more! The festival comes to a close on Saturday with fireworks at 10pm.
Time: 4:00 PM - 10:00 AM
Admission: Free Admission!
Address: 210 Lancaster Avenue, Terre Hill, PA 17581
Website: http://www.terrehilldays.com
Barnstormers vs. York Revolution
July 17 – July 19
Lancaster Barnstormers at Clipper Magazine Stadium
Gametime: Fri 7:05, Sat 6:35, Sun 6:05. Fireworks Fri and Sat. More than just baseball, it's affordable and fun family entertainment. Fans enjoy the Kids' Play Area, concession stands offering a "taste of Lancaster," unique promotions and giveaways and "up close" seats that will allow you to feel that you are part of the game!
Admission: See website for details.
Address: Clipper Magazine Stadium, 650 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA 17601
Website: http://www.lancasterbarnstormers.com
Music Friday
July 17
Downtown Lancaster
Each third Friday of the month, Downtown Lancaster hosts Music Fridays. Performances will abound throughout the 300 block of North Queen Street as well as retailers, restaurants, and attractions throughout Downtown. Each month will bring new entertainment to the streets of Downtown Lancaster.
Address: 300 block of North Queen Street, Lancaster, PA 17603
Website: http://downtownlancaster.com/music.htm
Historic Eastern Market
July 18
near corner of E King and N Shippen
The Historic Eastern Market is an outdoor market that offers local produce, prepared foods, art, and music. It is a festive atmosphere where you can shop, eat, and catch local talent. Every Saturday we have live entertainment (music, dance, and more).
Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Admission: FREE
Address: 308 East King Street, Lancaster, PA 17602
Website: http://www.historiceasternmarket.org
Long's Park Summer Entertainment Series
July 19
Long's Park
Enjoy free concerts all summer long every Sunday between Memorial Day and Labor Day at Long's Park. See website for performance details.
Time: 7:30 PM
Admission: Free.
Address: 1441 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601
Website: http://www.longspark.org/music.html
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Yesterday at 7am was the latest in the continuing series of Lancaster PA "Tweetups" sponsored by yours truly and Daniel Klotz. This was our 11th gathering and we had a great turnout. Perhaps it was the venue - this week's event was held at the Penn Square Grille at the brand-new Lancaster County Convention Center, located on Penn Square in the heart of Lancaster City.

The place looks dynamite! Special thanks to Ben Gilkey, the manager for coming in early to check on arrangements. Everyone had a great time and even Ken Mueller made it down. I was particularly glad to meet some Lancaster Twitter regulars in person such as Ben, Stephanie and Ami! Daniel and I are hatching new venues as you read this...
Here's the list of attendees for your following pleasure:
1. @ jsang
2. @ Jeremywalter
3. @huckholt
4. @poservarial
5. @Eaciv
6. Amanda paveglio
7. @ Odonellsteve
8. @Ben_the_great
9. @Julie_rickards
10. @crazywidow
11. @DanielKlotz
12. @Hdesigner
13. @Lancasterhomes
14. @ChristopherVogt
15. @Bencraddock
16. @Joeltweets
17. @Ryansmoker
18. @Maxtana
19. @Trezendes
20. @Benzendes
21. @Neilrhen
22. @Regularsm
23. @Ryanshenhoover
24. @Kmueller62
25. @hiaairport
26. @Newslanc
27. @Beckami
28. @ijlife
I think I may have missed somebody - let me know if I did...thanks to all!
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Lancaster newspapers featured a front-page article today by Ad Crable on the "greening" of Lancaster City. The article was quite lengthy and offered some of the best press coverage to date of several excellent local initiiatives:
Susquehanna Sustainable Business Network
And more...
Here's a link to full article for you to check out...well worth reading.
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If you're interested in Lancaster City living and want to rent within walking distance of most of downtown, including Binns Park, Lancaster Central Market, The Fulton Opera House, Lancaster General Hospital, The Belvedere, Building Character, Rachel's Creperie, the Lancaster County Courthouse, Musser Park, The Museum of Art and much more, then be sure to check out these great apartments on the 300 block of north Lime Street!

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