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Starting February 8 with Paul Manlove's Exhibition, the Marietta ArtHouse has a full schedule of Exhibitions in 2012.
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Opening Reception Friday 2/24, show opens 2/25. "From Bits To Pieces" is an exhibit focusing solely on collage and assemblage, while honoring local women who express themselves through this media.
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Join Shank's Mare and local resident and archaeologist Jan Klinedinst on a guided hike on the Native Lands Trail portion of the Mason-Dixon Trail. We will visit the sites of our “Andastes” villages and other prehistoric and historic settlements along the Susquehanna.
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Shank’s Mare’s Dining & Learning programs feature guest speakers offering a range of subjects mostly geared to the Susquehanna River’s ecological features, historic places, and the interesting people who have made their homes here for centuries. The programs begin with a delicious dinner in The Rookery, followed by the presentation during dessert and coffee. Reserve a table for friends or family, or come on your own.
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Join the York County Parks for a variety of fun and education activities at their many county park sites
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Join the Lancaster County Department of Parks and Recreation for a variety of fun and educational events at their many park facilities.
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Take a journey into the history and science of time with hands-on activities, crafts, and demonstrations. The night's activities are designed for kids ages 6-12 and their parents or adult chaperones.
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Join Shank's Mare and Civil War historian Scott Mingus, Sr. on a guided hike through the borough of Wrightsville. We will re-trace the movements of the Confederate troops as they approach the borough along with the placements of the Union soldiers as they guard the strategic bridge over the Susquehanna River. This hike will give you first hand glimpses on the activities just prior to the burning of the WrightsvilleBridge and the Battle of Gettysburg.
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Experience Columbia's art galleries, anitque shops, participating specialty shops, and local eateries. This self guided event provides the opportunity to view exhibits from local and visiting artists, enjoy refreshments, and discover the uniqueness of Columbia.
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The York County Astronomical Society and York County Department of Parks and Recreation will present a Spring Public Star Watch at Highpoint Scenic Vista and Recreation Area from 7:30 p.m. until 10 p.m. on Sun., March 25, 2012.
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Shank's Mare - Tackle the Mason Dixon Trail with a Shank’s Mare guide and enjoy the spectacular scenery of the river hills. Then finish your adventure with a tasting tour of some fine craft brewed beers with guest brewer Greg Bentley. Greg has extensive knowledge in not only home-brewed beers, but has toured many of the well-know craft breweries around the Mid-Atlantic.
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The York County Department of Parks and Recreation is sponsoring a “History and Mystery of Raab County Park” hike from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 31, 2012.
Participants will tour the 19th-century York Iron Company Mine. Along the tour, discover how miners extracted the rich iron ore out of the ground and transported the ore to area furnaces. Learn about the miner’s life during the 1800s. Also, see how the York County Parks has installed bat doors over the shafts to protect the bat population.
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Columbia Historic Preservation Society Bus Trip to DC
4/14/2012
Join The Columbia Historic Preservation Society (CHiPS) on a bus trip to Washington, D.C. to attend the National Cherry Blossom Festival and Parade, to see the beautiful cherry blossom trees, and to visit the monuments on April 14, 2012. You will have plenty of free time to enjoy the events and to eat on your own.
DATE: Saturday, April 14, 2012 TIME: 7:00 A.M. (Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to departure.) **We will be leaving Washington, D.C. at 4:00 P.M.** COST: $40.00
Please call Tiffani at (717) 799-6093 to get detailed information and to make reservations. Cash or checks will be accepted as payment, which is due by Sunday, March 11th.