Amazing Twp workers helped me retrieve my phone from inside of a drain. They were super helpful…read more So nice to come by great people. Thanks!

Better known today as the home of the Harrisburg International Airport (which is why the airport…read morecode is MDT), Middletown has been around for a good long while. This marker is located in the center of town (the middle of Middletown?) near restaurants and some shopping but mostly apartments/homes. It reads, "The oldest town in Dauphin County; laid out in 1755 by George Fisher, Quaker. It was an important port at the junction of Pennsylvania and Union Canals in the 19th century. Site of early flour, lumber, and iron industries." Middletown really grew up around 1828 after the boom in development and population as a result of the Union Canal that connected Lancaster to Middletown. Because the town is old, diverse historic architectural styles abound. Middletown has everything from log houses (some whose construction is obscured by modern siding) to Victorian mansions, and beyond. In the 2010 census, the population was 8901. [Review 12150 overall, 1934 of 2019.]

This was the final date night of the season and so I purchased tickets for this event. The ticket…read morewas just to utilize the garden so that you can bring your own picnic, lawn chairs and or blanket. They do offer a charcuterie board for $25. They state on their site tables are available as first come. I was able to get a table that seated 6! I was somewhat disappointed that for a date night event there were no bistro tables. The table I found was so filthy and the pavers were full of debris. Had I known it was gonna be so dirty I would have brought cleaning supply and swept the area! The ambiance wasn't romantic for this date night as a lady's birthday party celebration was going on a few feet from us. Though the site stated a live musical artist would be present, he was so far off we couldn't hear him. Due to the birthday party celebration it was difficult to hear when he came closer but thank goodness for my playlist on pandora! When I purchased the ticket for the date night it showed a fee of $10 which is what I paid. But when my date arrived, after myself, he was told I had only paid for one ticket. Am I so stupid to have not known that a date night ticket wasn't for a couple?? This was so confusing but thankfully we had a $10 to pay his date night ticket. Sincerely, I wouldn't purchase any tickets to come to another event here. My garden is small but nicer and definitely cleaner tables and walkways. We tried making the best of it and enjoyed the Greek smorgasbord I packed for us.

This venue has exquisite landscaping and gorgeous gardens. The House has a timeless elegance that…read moreis so unique. Our music group: Vivace Live String Quartet performed for their Music on the Lawn series and we enjoyed every minute of the atmosphere! Plus- their staff is a great team to work with: thoughtful, eager to help, and friendly. Can't wait to go back!

Mannheim Township Library is definitely my favorite. I often use their study rooms, and they're…read morephenomenal. Good bit amount of room, and the sound barrier is pretty decent. Study rooms are first come, first serve, but there's generally plenty space and rooms for you to study in!

This library is absolutely beautiful, clean, nicely organized and we love the events they offer for…read morekids! We have taken our 6 month old daughter to a few of the Baby Mania days. This is a great way for her to be around other babies (and it's free!). They read stories, have group activities and end with free time/play. All of the staff I have encountered have been very helpful and friendly. I highly recommend visiting MTPL, especially for their kids events!

I have never been to a nicer wedding venue! The staff was great. A golf cart escorted me to…read moreparking. Every time you turned around someone was directing you to the proper place. The inside of the building was great for buffet line and bar. The outdoor tent was good sized. It started to rain and they ran right out with towels and umbrellas to close the tent! The outdoor patio area was beautiful and well lit. The sounds of insects and wild life was wonderful. Grounds are very well kept. Ladybugs and butterflies flew around the guests while we watched the outdoor wedding! I cannot speak to the price, since I was only a guest.

I can't say enough good things about this venue. Our daughter just held her wedding here and all…read moreI'm hearing today, two days later, are texts from the guests saying how lovely it was. You really have control over the space and yet they are there managing all the little things. The historic home was impressive and the grounds amazing. The newer part of the old home was built in 1726 but don't worry, it does have indoor plumbing!

The library system is one of Lancaster County's best assets and probably most under utilized. As…read morea kid I loved the library and often participated in their summer programs in the city. Now as an adult living in the suburbs I still love the library. Mountville is closest to me and the one I visit most often. While this branch is smaller than others it still offers all the services the larger locations do. Reserve or request any book in the Lancaster County Library system and they will send it to your location of choice. You can also look up materials and reserve online. This location has several computers you can use for free with your library card access, as well as one children's computer. There is a daily time limit and I'm unsure if there's wiggle room to that policy. Wifi is complimentary so bring your own laptop if you'd like. They have a great selection of dvd's (current and classics) of both tv and movies you can rent for free. The daily paper is available as well as many current and past copies of various popular magazines. The children's area is small but they do offer some programs - check their calendar for details - as well as some toys to play with while visiting. For a smaller library it does get busy at times but the staff and volunteers alike do a great job of managing the flow. If you call however, be prepared to be placed on hold. SIDENOTE: For those with accessibility problems this might not be the location for you. While they do have a ramp to enter the library there's a number of steps to get to it. Parking is limited as well. Since there's a daycare adjacent parking can be problematic at times in their lot so avoid dismissal time if possible.

The PA Coalition for Breast Cancer provides an excellent yearly reminder about the importance of…read moreearly detection with mammograms. The pink water is not only a reminder of awareness, but also a reminder of the survivors and those we lost to breast cancer.

This capitol building is by far the best one for artwork in the US that I have seen and I have seen…read morethe capitol in DC and Madison, for example. Absolutely stunning artwork throughout with mind blowing senate and house rooms! The detail blew me away! What a dream of a place to work! My group did the guided tour, had a fantastic time, and learned a lot. We walked up to the front desk a few minutes before 11 am on a Friday and asked if there were any tours going on, and within a few minutes, we had our own private tour. So cool! I recommend checking this place out for all that can. It will not disappoint!

My maternal grandfather Peter DeMain Sr. was a former Army cook stationed in the Pacific during…read moreWorld War 2, and then in spring 1992, he sadly passed away from lung cancer. He was buried at the cemetery at Ft. Indiantown Gap, and each time I visit my home state of Pennsylvania I stop by to see his grave site. The cemetery is very well maintained and has clean restroom facilities. It's also usually quiet whenever I'm here, and I never had any issues with parking spaces. Entry from the highway is rather easy, whether you're arriving here from Route 72 or Interstate 81. If you're in Central PA, be sure to stop by and look. There's even a useful computer kiosk at the visitors center where you can look up grave sites, too.

I'd driven past signs for the Pennsylvania Veterans Memorial multiple times but never stopped. On a…read morevery early morning trip back to DC, in no particular hurry, I took the exit off route 78 and within less than a mile, found myself turning onto the American flag lined driveway. It was a stunning first impression. The majestic flags billowing in the pre-dawn light, a light misty fog lingering in the rainy air. The complex is expansive with rolling lawns and cemeteries. It immediately reminded me of Arlington. I followed the signs down roads that twist and turn, until finally I came to the memorial. It's vastness surprised me. I'll admit, after living in DC for a time, I didn't think a monument in rural Pennsylvania could compare. The parking lot was empty, not a soul in sight, which only added to the somber mood and grayness of the day. The way the monument is designed, it gave me the feeling of both despair and hope. The entranceway is grand and proud. Marble foyers are smooth and hard. The row of fountains spout with jubilee. The trees breathe life. But the relic of a burned out European building reminds you why are there and of the many veterans of WWII who sacrificed for you. It is a memorial that rivals any in DC. There are clean and modern bathrooms onsite.