I planted my vegetable and herb garden today :) So I'm a BIG fan of companion planting because I don't like using chemicals/pesticides on the vegetables I'm putting into my family's mouths. It is such an easy thing to do once you've done a little research. It is based on the premise that vegetable and herb plants can either help or hinder other vegetable and herb plants. Planting "helper " plants together encourages healthy growth, increases the vegetable yield and hinders pests. Fortunately for me, there are excellent cheat sheets out there with handy charts to help me arrange my vegetable and herbs for maximum growth. I've included my favorite from the National Sustainable Agriculture information service and is provided below :
http://attra.ncat.org/attra-pub/complant.html#chart
Happy Gardening!
3.13.2010
Spring things to do in Strasburg
If you're looking for a great getaway, visit Strasburg, PA where you can experience authentic
Amish and Pennsylvania Dutch lifestyles in a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Take an exciting ride on the famous Strasburg Rail Road, go to the Sight and Sound's production of Joseph or Psalms of David, enjoy the historic museums, discover local artists, browse the shops, enjoy a great meal.
Strasburg Rail Road events:
Easter Bunny Train, Easter weekend
Wine & Cheese Train, April through November
Day Out with Thomas, mid-June, mid-September and early December
Santa's Paradise Express, mid-December
Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania events:
Charter Day, early March
Pennsy Days, late May
Reading Railroad Days, early July
Model Railroading Days, mid-October
Trains & Troops, early November
Home for the Holidays, early to mid December
11.14.2009
Enjoy a romantic winter picnic in your room
My new favorite special to make your stay memorable is our Winter Picnic. Surprise your special someone with our Romantic Winter Picnic package. You can enjoy your picnic in the privacy of your room or at one of the many local parks in Lancaster County. the picnic includes the following, packed in our lovely picnic basket:
~ A complimentary bottle of local red or white wine, OR apple cider
~ Crusty bread
~ 2 Lancaster county cheeses & a thermos of hot soup
~ A big picnic blanket
May be combined with other specials. You can add the Romance Picnic Package to any room reservation for an additional fee of $40. Not a fan of the above menu? Call and we'll create a picnic based of your individual palette!
~ A complimentary bottle of local red or white wine, OR apple cider
~ Crusty bread
~ 2 Lancaster county cheeses & a thermos of hot soup
~ A big picnic blanket
May be combined with other specials. You can add the Romance Picnic Package to any room reservation for an additional fee of $40. Not a fan of the above menu? Call and we'll create a picnic based of your individual palette!
10.17.2009
Things to do mid-October
Amazing Maize Maze: Through November 7 at
Cherry Crest Adventure Farm in Ronks. Spend about
an hour in the world’s most dynamic and interactive 5-
acre corn maze with over 2.5 miles of paths, scenic
bridges and clues! 717-687-6843 or
www.cherrycrestfarm.com.
The Amish of Lancaster County: This popular
exhibition focuses on the boom in Amish cottage
industries and on the fundamental tenets of Amish
culture. 717-299-6440 or www.lancasterheritage.com.
Jason’s Woods Haunted Attractions: Through
November 1 at Jason’s Woods in Lancaster. No one
does Halloween like the legendary Jason’s Woods!
Featuring 9 hair-raising haunted attractions with
breathtaking special effects. Free fabulous pre-show
entertainment featuring live bands, and more!
717-872-5768 or www.jasonswoods.com.
18th Annual Stoudts Bier Garden Microfest:
October 16-17 at Stoudt’s Black Angus Restaurant &
Brew Pub in Adamstown. Enjoy a tasting glass,
unlimited samples, a buffet featuring chef specialties
and music. Sample 15 of the country’s finest microbreweries.
717-484-4386x204 or www.stoudts.com.
Fall ArtWalk: October 17-18 in Downtown
Lancaster. A fusion of arts with music in the galleries,
dance in the streets, artists and artisans in their
studios, interactive installations, and “Are on a Plate”
– participating area restaurants will create special
culinary offerings for the event. 717-509-2787 or
www.lancasterarts.com.
Cruisin’ the Square – Classic Car Show:
October 17 at the Square in Manheim. This regional
favorite draws some awesome cars and motorcycles
to view on our historic square. Add music, good food,
and you will have an enjoyable and memorable day.
717-665-1762 or www.manheimdowntown.org.
Halloween in Hershey: October 16-November 1
at Hershey’s Chocolate World in Hershey. Hershey’s
Trick-or-Treat Adventure – stop by the KitKat “Gimme
A Break” Café for free Halloween storytelling. 717-
534-4900 or www.hersheyschocolateworld.com
Cherry Crest Adventure Farm in Ronks. Spend about
an hour in the world’s most dynamic and interactive 5-
acre corn maze with over 2.5 miles of paths, scenic
bridges and clues! 717-687-6843 or
www.cherrycrestfarm.com.
The Amish of Lancaster County: This popular
exhibition focuses on the boom in Amish cottage
industries and on the fundamental tenets of Amish
culture. 717-299-6440 or www.lancasterheritage.com.
Jason’s Woods Haunted Attractions: Through
November 1 at Jason’s Woods in Lancaster. No one
does Halloween like the legendary Jason’s Woods!
Featuring 9 hair-raising haunted attractions with
breathtaking special effects. Free fabulous pre-show
entertainment featuring live bands, and more!
717-872-5768 or www.jasonswoods.com.
18th Annual Stoudts Bier Garden Microfest:
October 16-17 at Stoudt’s Black Angus Restaurant &
Brew Pub in Adamstown. Enjoy a tasting glass,
unlimited samples, a buffet featuring chef specialties
and music. Sample 15 of the country’s finest microbreweries.
717-484-4386x204 or www.stoudts.com.
Fall ArtWalk: October 17-18 in Downtown
Lancaster. A fusion of arts with music in the galleries,
dance in the streets, artists and artisans in their
studios, interactive installations, and “Are on a Plate”
– participating area restaurants will create special
culinary offerings for the event. 717-509-2787 or
www.lancasterarts.com.
Cruisin’ the Square – Classic Car Show:
October 17 at the Square in Manheim. This regional
favorite draws some awesome cars and motorcycles
to view on our historic square. Add music, good food,
and you will have an enjoyable and memorable day.
717-665-1762 or www.manheimdowntown.org.
Halloween in Hershey: October 16-November 1
at Hershey’s Chocolate World in Hershey. Hershey’s
Trick-or-Treat Adventure – stop by the KitKat “Gimme
A Break” Café for free Halloween storytelling. 717-
534-4900 or www.hersheyschocolateworld.com
8.03.2009
Things to do 3-9 August
The King & I: Through August 30 at Allenberry
Playhouse in Boiling Springs. East vs. West makes for
a dramatic, richly textured tale of enormous
fascination. Anna & the King make a dazzling love
story. 717-258-3211 or www.allenberry.com.
Amazing Maize Maze: Through November 7 at
Cherry Crest Adventure Farm in Ronks. As seen in
Sports Illustrated Kids List of “25 Cool Things to do
This Summer.” Spend about an hour in the world’s
most dynamic & interactive 5-acre corn maze! 717-
687-6843 or www.cherrycrestfarm.com.
Dinner & a Movie: Dreamgirls (PG-13): August
6 at Binn’s Park in Downtown Lancaster. Eat dinner
downtown, and then enjoy this outdoor movie! Bring
your chair or blanket and some snacks! 717-291-4758
or www.lancastercityevents.com/dinner.html.
Rufus Wainwright: August 6 at Longwood
Gardens in Kennett Square. Rufus Wainwright has
established himself as one of the great male vocalists
and songwriters of his generation by carving out his
own singular sound. 610-388-1000 or
www.longwoodgardens.org.
Dog Days of Summer Evening Rendezvous:
August 7 at Shanks Mare Outfitters in Wrightsville.
What better way to stay cool than head out to the
River. Launch your boats and have our guides lead
you on a relaxing paddle tour. Afterward, adjourn to
The Rookery for delicious dinner on the
Susquehanna. 717-252-1616 or
www.shanksmare.com.
First Friday: August 7 in Downtown Lancaster. First
Fridays are a great time to experience downtown
Lancaster! Join the thousands who have enjoyed the
evening’s artistic energy. Over 90 art venues and
shops extend their hours to 9 p.m. or later. 717-509-
ARTS or www.LancasterARTS.com/firstfridays/
Music in the Vineyards: August 8 at Nissley
Vineyards & Winery in Bainbridge. Lawn concert
featuring big band & swing music, bring lawn chair or
blanket! Snacks & wine available – must be 21.
717-426-3514 or www.nissleywine.com.
Playhouse in Boiling Springs. East vs. West makes for
a dramatic, richly textured tale of enormous
fascination. Anna & the King make a dazzling love
story. 717-258-3211 or www.allenberry.com.
Amazing Maize Maze: Through November 7 at
Cherry Crest Adventure Farm in Ronks. As seen in
Sports Illustrated Kids List of “25 Cool Things to do
This Summer.” Spend about an hour in the world’s
most dynamic & interactive 5-acre corn maze! 717-
687-6843 or www.cherrycrestfarm.com.
Dinner & a Movie: Dreamgirls (PG-13): August
6 at Binn’s Park in Downtown Lancaster. Eat dinner
downtown, and then enjoy this outdoor movie! Bring
your chair or blanket and some snacks! 717-291-4758
or www.lancastercityevents.com/dinner.html.
Rufus Wainwright: August 6 at Longwood
Gardens in Kennett Square. Rufus Wainwright has
established himself as one of the great male vocalists
and songwriters of his generation by carving out his
own singular sound. 610-388-1000 or
www.longwoodgardens.org.
Dog Days of Summer Evening Rendezvous:
August 7 at Shanks Mare Outfitters in Wrightsville.
What better way to stay cool than head out to the
River. Launch your boats and have our guides lead
you on a relaxing paddle tour. Afterward, adjourn to
The Rookery for delicious dinner on the
Susquehanna. 717-252-1616 or
www.shanksmare.com.
First Friday: August 7 in Downtown Lancaster. First
Fridays are a great time to experience downtown
Lancaster! Join the thousands who have enjoyed the
evening’s artistic energy. Over 90 art venues and
shops extend their hours to 9 p.m. or later. 717-509-
ARTS or www.LancasterARTS.com/firstfridays/
Music in the Vineyards: August 8 at Nissley
Vineyards & Winery in Bainbridge. Lawn concert
featuring big band & swing music, bring lawn chair or
blanket! Snacks & wine available – must be 21.
717-426-3514 or www.nissleywine.com.
7.07.2009
Special events 6-12 July
ROUTE 66 REVISITED - The Roots of
American Rock ‘n Roll: June 19 - August 8 at the
American Music Theatre in Lancaster. Trace the
history of American music with songs from some of
the best classic artists that defined our culture.
800-648-4102 or www.AMTshows.com.
Peter Pan: July 7 – August 29 at Hole in the Wall
Puppet Theatre & Museum. Tuesday, Friday &
Saturday at 10 a.m. The story of the little boy who
wouldn’t grow up, told with marionettes. 717-394-8398
www.holeinthewallpuppettheatre.com.
Cajun Weekend: July 10-11 at The Artist’s Inn in
Terre Hill. Grab your best friend for a weekend of
relaxation and excellent Cajun food, including a
cooking demonstration by Prudhomme’s Lost Cajun
Kitchen and a murder mystery on the porch!
888-999-4479 or
www.artistinn.com/Cajunweekend.htm.
Red, White, & Blue Paddle Evening
Rendezvous: July 10 at Shank’s Mare Outfitters in
Wrightsville. Wear your patriotic colors and spend a
relaxing evening on the Susquehanna River with a
guided kayak tour followed by a delicious dinner!
717-252-1616 or www.shanksmare.com.
Hops ‘n Clocks Beer Tasting Event: July 10 at
the National Watch & Clock Museum in Columbia.
Visit the museum for an evening of beer tasting, food
sampling, and live music! The cost includes museum
admission in addition to the festivities. 717-684-8261
or www.nawcc.org.
Music in the Vineyards - Fabulous Cheeze
Brothers & Sisters: July 11 at Nissley Vineyards
& Winery Estate in Bainbridge. Bring your lawn chair
or blanket for an outdoor concert featuring dance
music of the 60’s and 70’s! Pack a picnic dinner and
enjoy the provided chilled wine as part of this fun and
festive evening! 717-426-3514 or
www.nissleywine.com.
Blue Highway: July 11 at Longwood Gardens in
Kennett Square. As one of the most esteemed groups
in contemporary bluegrass, this Grammy-nominated
band is well-worth your Saturday evening!
610-388-1000 or www.longwoodgardens.com.
American Rock ‘n Roll: June 19 - August 8 at the
American Music Theatre in Lancaster. Trace the
history of American music with songs from some of
the best classic artists that defined our culture.
800-648-4102 or www.AMTshows.com.
Peter Pan: July 7 – August 29 at Hole in the Wall
Puppet Theatre & Museum. Tuesday, Friday &
Saturday at 10 a.m. The story of the little boy who
wouldn’t grow up, told with marionettes. 717-394-8398
www.holeinthewallpuppettheatre.com.
Cajun Weekend: July 10-11 at The Artist’s Inn in
Terre Hill. Grab your best friend for a weekend of
relaxation and excellent Cajun food, including a
cooking demonstration by Prudhomme’s Lost Cajun
Kitchen and a murder mystery on the porch!
888-999-4479 or
www.artistinn.com/Cajunweekend.htm.
Red, White, & Blue Paddle Evening
Rendezvous: July 10 at Shank’s Mare Outfitters in
Wrightsville. Wear your patriotic colors and spend a
relaxing evening on the Susquehanna River with a
guided kayak tour followed by a delicious dinner!
717-252-1616 or www.shanksmare.com.
Hops ‘n Clocks Beer Tasting Event: July 10 at
the National Watch & Clock Museum in Columbia.
Visit the museum for an evening of beer tasting, food
sampling, and live music! The cost includes museum
admission in addition to the festivities. 717-684-8261
or www.nawcc.org.
Music in the Vineyards - Fabulous Cheeze
Brothers & Sisters: July 11 at Nissley Vineyards
& Winery Estate in Bainbridge. Bring your lawn chair
or blanket for an outdoor concert featuring dance
music of the 60’s and 70’s! Pack a picnic dinner and
enjoy the provided chilled wine as part of this fun and
festive evening! 717-426-3514 or
www.nissleywine.com.
Blue Highway: July 11 at Longwood Gardens in
Kennett Square. As one of the most esteemed groups
in contemporary bluegrass, this Grammy-nominated
band is well-worth your Saturday evening!
610-388-1000 or www.longwoodgardens.com.
6.29.2009
Things to do 29 June-5 July
The Wedding Singer: June 30 – September 12 at
the Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre in Lancaster. Have
some good laughs at one of Lancaster’s most
entertaining destinations! Go back to 1985 with New
Jersey’s favorite wedding singer who vows to make
every wedding as disastrous as his own!
717-898-1900 or www.dutchapple.com.
Reading Railroad Days: July 1 – July 5 at the
Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania in Strasburg.
Experience one of the most important historical
transportation systems in Eastern Pennsylvania with
special activities for the entire family. 717-687-8628 or
www.rrmuseumpa.org.
Dinner and a Movie: Young Frankenstein:
July 2 at Binn’s Park in Downtown Lancaster. Eat
dinner downtown and then bring your chair or blanket
to watch this Mel Brook’s classic in the park!
717-291-4758 or
www.lancastercityevents.com/dinner.html.
First Friday: July 3 in Downtown Lancaster. Enjoy
the artistic energy of this monthly event! With the
warm summer weather, walking along Gallery Row
and appreciating the local art venues, shops, and
restaurants is a great way to spend the evening. 717-
509-ARTS or www.LancasterARTS.com/firstfridays/.
Barnstormers War of the Roses vs. York
Revolution: July 2 – 5 at the Clipper Magazine
Stadium in Lancaster. For some affordable and fun
family entertainment, watch these rivals bat it out in
these weekend baseball games followed by fireworks
on Saturday night! 717-509-HITS or
www.lancasterbarnstormers.com.
Long’s Park Summer Music Series: July 5 at
Long’s Park in Lancaster. Spend Sunday evening at
one of the community’s favorite Independence Day
celebrations! Enjoy some quality live music, Charlie
Smithgall’s cannon brigade, and a spectacular
fireworks show! 717-295-7054 or
www.longspark.org/music.html.
the Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre in Lancaster. Have
some good laughs at one of Lancaster’s most
entertaining destinations! Go back to 1985 with New
Jersey’s favorite wedding singer who vows to make
every wedding as disastrous as his own!
717-898-1900 or www.dutchapple.com.
Reading Railroad Days: July 1 – July 5 at the
Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania in Strasburg.
Experience one of the most important historical
transportation systems in Eastern Pennsylvania with
special activities for the entire family. 717-687-8628 or
www.rrmuseumpa.org.
Dinner and a Movie: Young Frankenstein:
July 2 at Binn’s Park in Downtown Lancaster. Eat
dinner downtown and then bring your chair or blanket
to watch this Mel Brook’s classic in the park!
717-291-4758 or
www.lancastercityevents.com/dinner.html.
First Friday: July 3 in Downtown Lancaster. Enjoy
the artistic energy of this monthly event! With the
warm summer weather, walking along Gallery Row
and appreciating the local art venues, shops, and
restaurants is a great way to spend the evening. 717-
509-ARTS or www.LancasterARTS.com/firstfridays/.
Barnstormers War of the Roses vs. York
Revolution: July 2 – 5 at the Clipper Magazine
Stadium in Lancaster. For some affordable and fun
family entertainment, watch these rivals bat it out in
these weekend baseball games followed by fireworks
on Saturday night! 717-509-HITS or
www.lancasterbarnstormers.com.
Long’s Park Summer Music Series: July 5 at
Long’s Park in Lancaster. Spend Sunday evening at
one of the community’s favorite Independence Day
celebrations! Enjoy some quality live music, Charlie
Smithgall’s cannon brigade, and a spectacular
fireworks show! 717-295-7054 or
www.longspark.org/music.html.
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