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East Lampeter Park. See the article with details on this park at my blog - courtesy of Jeff GeoghanLocated in: Lampeter, PA
"Music in the Vineyards" - SilverHawks
August 1
Nissley Vineyards and Winery Estate
Lawn concert featuring classic rock, soul and Motown. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Snacks and chilled wine available. Bring a picnic (but not other alcoholic beverages). Must be legal age 21, including babies and small children.
Time: 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Admission: $15
Address: 140 Vintage Drive, Bainbridge, PA 17502
Phone: 717-426-3514
Website: http://www.nissleywine.com
1719 Herr House Heritage Farm Days
August 1
Historic Herr House, 1849 Hans Herr Drive, Willow Street, PA
Costumed re-enactors demonstrate 18th century, Pennsylvania German farm life and folk crafts; lots of hands-on activities for children.
Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Admission: $5 adults, $3 children
Address: 1849 Hans Herr Drive, Willow Street, PA 17584
Phone: 717-464-4438
Website: http://www.hansherr.org
25th Annual Mt. Gretna Tour of Homes
August 1
Mt. Gretna Playhouse
Mt. Gretna residents open their doors to the public for this self-guided walking tour that provides a glimpse inside 10 unique homes and cottages.
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Admission: Advance tickets $15, Day of tour $20
Address: Route 117 and Pennsylvania Avenue, Mt. Gretna, PA 19064
Phone: 717-361-1508
Website: http://www.gretnamusic.or
28th Annual Old Fiddlers' Picnic
August 1
Lancaster County Central Park
The Lancaster Co. Fiddler’s Assn. and the Lancaster Co. Dept. of Parks and Recreation sponsor a live bluegrass music festival. Any bluegrass band is welcome to take the stage - groups will play on a first-come, first served basis. Concessions will be available. Pre-registration is not required. More info, call Ron McVey, 687-0265.
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Admission: $5 per vehicle
Address: 1050 Rockford Rd., Lancaster, PA 17602
Phone: 717-299-8215
Website: http://www.co.lancaster.pa.us/parks/ical/calendar.asp?mm=8&yyyy=2009&calendar_ID=0&showTop=False&image1.x=12&image1.y=6
Backyard Safari
August 1
Hands-on House Children's Museum
Connect with nature on an insect safari in the backyard meadow. Ages 2-10 years with adult.
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Admission: FREE with regular admission to Hands-on House
Address: 721 Landis Valley Road, adjacent to Landis Valley Museum, Lancaster, PA 17601
Phone: 717-569-KIDS
Website: http://www.handsonhouse.org
Historic Eastern Market
August 1
The Historic Eastern Market House, near corner of E King and N Shippen 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
Phone: 717-358-9368
Website: http://www.historiceasternmarket.org
Long's Park Summer Entertainment Series
August 2
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
Phone: 717-295-7054
Website: http://www.longspark.org/music.html
Our latest incarnation of the Lancaster PA Twitter "#lancup" breakfast series went off well at the new studio of Joel and Rita Wiebner at 320 North Queen Street this morning. We had about 25 attendees and the food was great! (Thanks Jess from Square One Coffee for the FTC coffee). Special thanks go out to Joel & Rita for getting the munchies to our hungry 7am crowd...
Daniel (@danielklotz) and yours truly (@lancasterhomes) thanks all the "twitterati" who braved the morning traffic (not to mention those pesky alarm clocks) to come out support us.
I've been interested in vegetated roofing systems for some time, and last weel I had the opportunity to meet Paul Cook, Pennsylvania sales reps for LiveRoof, and visit his growing nursery in Manheim.
Paul took me around the facility and explained how the roof system is grown. More commonly known as "green roof", these systems are designed to be directly mounted on an existing roof with only a thin root and moisture barrier in place. The engineering theory is that the layer of soil and vegetation create a cool zone beneath the roof of the building, allowing for reduced heating and cooling costs. In addition, green roofing absorbs the majority of stormwater before it runs off into municipal drainage arrangements.
LiveRoof, a Michigan-based firm, uses regional growers to provide the vegetation for their roof installations. The plants are selected based on their water retention, heat resistance, growth height and other factors. Plants used fall into the "sedum" category. Paul explained how the plants take approximately 3 months to fully grow once the order for a roof system has been placed. "We don't rush these" he cautioned as we examined a system growing for Drexel University. "Once the system is in place there isn't much maintenance - just a regular pH check and weeding. You CAN mow the roof once a year as the clippings do help with regeneration".
Imagine that - having to mow your ROOF!
Paul is pretty busy right now with jobs coming in from all points in his territory, which covers PA, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware and New York City. He travels to do "lunch and learn" seminars with industry professionals and raise awareness of green roofs with landscape contractors & architects. One new customer is the School District of Lancaster, which plans to install a system in early 2010.
And what about the cost, you say? Depends...of course. Homeowners CAN install the system themselves, if they watch a "certification" video provided by LiveRoof. That would save roughly half the cost. The system itself runs about $12 per square foot on average for a residential installation. So, if you have a 20x20 roof its 400 square feet or $4,800. In Lancaster, green roofing would work best for city homes with a "bump out" rear rubber roof with would be about 15x20 feet or so. That would allow the vegetation to cool the kitchen and rear spaces typically in the bump out. Residential customers can pick up the interlocking 2 s/f trays right there at the nursery or have them delivered to the site. LiveRoof also sells aluminum "end caps" that slide under the end trays and create a pleasing look at the roof edge.
If you're interested in learning more about LiveRoof give Paul Cook a shout at Creek Hill Nursery, 717-723-0855 or at Paul@CreekHillNursery.com. For more about green building in Lancaster County PA visit my website at www.YourLancasterHome.com.
Why I Buy Local…Root’s Market And More
A guest post by (my wife) Susan Geoghan - July 23, 2009
When Tuesdays dawn with rainy weather, I inwardly groan…but anxiously scan the skies and weather reports looking for an hour when my kids and I might scuttle the two miles to Root’s Market and back.
As much as possible, I try to feed my family and cook with fresh foods. We are on an ever-improving journey toward the highest quality food to optimize our health and quality of life, and buying at Root’s is a key component of the journey for us. For the past five years, our family has purchased local produce, dairy, and meat from vendors at the 84-year-old farmers market (the name Root’s is pronounced to rhyme with foots) located just north of East Petersburg along Rte. 72.
Although dozens of vendors are located inside long, interconnected (but not air-conditioned) buildings, several of our favorite produce stands are located outside. So why don’t we just dash over to the local supermarket on bad weather Tuesdays? Let me count the ways…!
Cost. The produce is cheaper because the middleman and high retail overhead are eliminated, and some of the vendors sell items purchased in volume at county produce auctions. I would estimate that the same amount of fresh eggs, greens, vegetables and fruits, dairy, peanut butter, and meats that I purchase at Root’s would cost at least 50% more money at a grocery store. As one example, I buy 3-4 cucumbers at Root’s for $1-$1.25; the same 3-4 cukes in a grocery store would be purchased by the pound for a total of $2 or more.
Local Impact. Every dollar spent at Root’s helps to support local PA agriculture and ensure that markets like Root’s will continue to thrive and provide choices in our future food supply.
Fresh. A succession of seasonal foods are all available in one place. Spring spinach and greens, rhubarb and asparagus give way to summer berries and melons, peaches and cherries, green beans and eggplant, tomatoes and squash, blending into fall apples and broccoli, squash and pumpkins, and much more. All vendors will explain when asked where their produce was grown, so I can choose to buy from local and other Pennsylvania county farmers as my conscience and budget permit. It’s hard to beat the taste of succulent sweet corn picked the same day or free-range, organic eggs laid the day before just a few miles away!
Convenience. We live in East Petersburg and can be at Root’s in about 8 minutes. Also, Roots Market vendors offer much more than produce & meat: books, handmade gifts, toys and most household items all sold by small local sellers.
These are just a few of the immediate benefits for our family that make shopping at a local farm market a satisfying experience.
I’d like to encourage anyone who hasn’t tried shopping at Root’s (or your own local farm market) to give it a try. Here are a few tips to make your shopping trip worthwhile:
-Have a list. It’s easy to get more than you will be able to use in one week.
-Bring cash. Most vendors accept cash only. And set a limit so you’re not tempted to buy donuts instead of strawberries.
-Pull a wheeled cart. This helps if you are purchasing many or heavy items (like watermelon)—there are no grocery carts at Root’s and even a couple of bags get heavy after a few minutes.
-Use recyclable grocery bags. Most stands give plastic bags, but you can have them put food into your bags.
-Ask questions. You may learn about the source and preparation of the foods you buy by talking to the clerks.
-Make friends. Get to know at least one vendor by name. You will feel good and so will he or she.
-Be adventurous. Vow to buy and try a fruit or vegetable you’ve passed over before.
-Allow adequate time. Give yourself time to park and walk inside, to browse and compare prices, to eat a bite from a ready-to-eat food vendor, and to leave the Root’s Market complex. On balmy days it can be quite crowded.
-Consider the time of day. During the noon and after school/after work hours, the crowds are heaviest. On the other hand, the crowds are thinnest during the last hour of the day--and prices are often reduced for quick sales. By then, however, the selection is limited and likely to be well-picked over.
-Have fun. Make food shopping an experience instead of a chore!
At the end of the day, it’s a good feeling to open your refrigerator and see it full of fresh produce that is flavorful and grown locally. I’d encourage you to take a trip to Roots Market or your own local farm market and taste the difference fresh makes – rain or shine.
Click here of for more info on Lancaster Buy Fresh Buy Local's 21-day challenge.
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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Your One-Stop source for expert Lancaster County PA Real Estate assistance. Jeff's blog is nationally-featured and he's been quoted in Lancaster News, PA Business, WGAL & the Wall Street Journal.
Raised on Long Island, Jeff received his Associate Degree in Business at Suffolk College in 1985. He transferred to Penn State at University Park, PA to complete his undergraduate studies, earning a Bachelors of Science in the Marketing discipline in 1988. RJR Nabisco Brands, who had taken Jeff on as an intern in the last summer of his time at Penn State, offered him a sales position calling on accounts across Long Island. Thus began his career, one which would lead him to Lancaster armed with one of the top resumes in the Real Estate industry.
In the past sixteen years Jeff has worked for several multinational corporations, rising from route sales to managing large accounts and working daily with company chairs and officers. Along the way Jeff acquired his MBA in Business Management at Dowling College in Oakdale, NY. More importantly, Jeff has operating a multimillion-dollar internet sales division and in that capacity handled innumerable customer service calls, successfully resolving the vast majority. This in combination with his years of consultative sales experience has given Jeff an innate feel for the needs of the customer which he has successfully integrated into his Real Estate practice.
With Jeff Geoghan as your representative, you can be assured of the very best in personal, professional service. Contact him today to discuss your real estate hopes and dreams.
Jeff R. Geoghan strives to provide the very best in service and expertise possible to his customers. Whether you are looking to sell a home or buy your "dream home", Jeff Geoghan is the right choice. Also, Jeff is an agent focusing on ways to encourage the growth of "green building" practices and energy efficient homes, for greater environmental stewardship in the real estate process.
Throughout the United States, there is a rising interest in ways to beat skyrocketing fuel prices, live more independently of the "grid" and protect the environment of which we are all called to be good stewards of. The sentiment has even reached into the state and federal governments, who are now beginning to recognize this movement as "not going away" and are working on incentives to spur development. The good news is that homeowners have more resources at their fingertips that ever before, and that accomplishing the goals of independence, savings and environmental stewardship are more attainable than ever.
The Real Estate industry nationwide, however, has huge opportunities available to share these emerging and now-standard technologies with the home consumer. In the home sales process, little to absolutely no emphasis is placed on the energy consumption of the home or the degree to which "green" building practices are employed (in new homes especially). In our fossil-fuel world of central Pennsylvania, home sellers, buyers, builders and agents do not focus on doing things better & cleaner but take fuel oil, gas and grid electricity for granted even as these items rise in price constantly. There is a better way!
The mission of Jeff R. Geoghan, his partner firms and YourLancasterHome.com is to bring change to the industry in central PA by focusing on the ways Real Estate customers can save money, improve their lifestyle and reduce dependence on fossil fuels with their attendant costs. Through his affiliation with the Green Building Association of Central PA Jeff will help educate his clients on ways to improve homes through "green" projects, and inform buyers on the merits of different new home constructions. Through his affiliation with the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association, Jeff will help educate on ways to reduce energy expenses in the home, and to explore alternative energy options that are already available. Lastly, as an official Energy Star Partner Jeff will educate on the relative merits of appliances, insulation, lighting and other energy-saving strategies. Here at YourLancasterHome you will find benefits offered nowhere else in the Real Estate industry today.
With a solid track record of residential sales in and around Lancaster County, Jeff is well-placed to offer the top-notch service expected of a professional agent. If you, as a prospective home sales customer, are looking for the edge in energy management, Jeff stands alone as the agent of choice.
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