It's the first time I've been there in 18 years since I moved out of town. It's a little smaller…read morethan it was but still had a lot of Booths. I liked all the vendors artwork it's hard to find that many artists at one place. Everyday and night they have bands playing and there really good. Actually I go for the food and it was just as good as it was 18 years ago plus the prices were reasonable plus the profits help a lot of organizations. If your in the area when it's going on it's worth stopping to walk around.

I've been on the board of directors for the festival and I can tell you that from the inner…read moreworkings of a great board, and the volunteers and sponsors, this is a 'must go to' event! ALL of the rest of the board of directors are super people and totally dedicated to providing the community with a top notch craft festival with superb FREE entertainment, great food choices, and a wonderful atmosphere! See www.armstrongfestival.com Dr. Ray Voller

Wonderful evening at the Strand. Very unique theater. Great for dinner and a movie night…read more Dinner at Good Fellows across the street. Wonderful food. Great for going out with friends! Very reasonable, friendly staff.

great shows aside…read morefrom outer aisle seats, great views and close snack bar is inexpensive master of ceremonies is a real presence - big plus

Kaya can really put on a block party! I have seen this "Kick off to Summer" party advertised years…read morepast and seemed like I always had plans over Memorial Day weekend that kept me away. This year we made a point to be in the area early and come see what the hype is all about. It truly is a block party. Though the entertainment is free the food and beverages are fairly pricey. They were selling Miller Lite drafts (in plastic solo cups) for $7.00! Say WHAT?! The mixed concoctions were priced upward of $10.00, but after trying a rum runner, I had to pass on anymore over sugary drinks. Since they were selling in mass quantities, the drinks did not have a well-crafted flavor. I am only guessing but it tasted like a sugary pre-made mix. Aside from the pricey refreshments, the entertainment and vibe was excellent! We most especially enjoyed the Timbeleza which is a Brazilian drumline who rocked out some kicking beats. The beautiful lady dancers of the Pittsburgh Samba Group, were a lovely compliment to the drumline as they shimmied and shook to the drum beats. The rhythmic atmosphere was contagiously impacting the crowd. At one point we were in a conga line and I was like what am I doing? I just had knee surgery two days ago! HA! It was fun. They had different bands on all afternoon and into the evening with the closing act, DJ Logic. We didn't end up staying the whole time but we really had a blast and definitely recommend checking it out next year. We certainly will be back.

We had a lot of fun at Kaya Fest this year. We had brunch before and then walked over. The Strip…read morewas really busy and this was on a Sunday right before Memorial Day. Walking into Kayafest we saw a dog adoption agency that had their adoptable dogs out. They looked so cute and it really got our minds thinking about adding to our family. We didn't go with this organization but we are now fostering a dog because this organization at Kayafest got us thinking. Anyways we walked in on Smallman street and a band was already playing. There were a lot of people and long lines to get drinks. Eh It wasn't too long. The drinks were expensive but I guess you can't blame them. Kayafest is free and they have to get you somehow. We got a seat towards the front of the stage and listened to a few bands. They were ok but they did get our heads bobbing and we got to enjoy the nice weather and each other here. Next time I think we will just bring a backpack and smuggle some drinks in here LoL. By far the most exciting time at Kayafest was when the Brazilian drumline performed. They performed two times when we were here and they were great. It brought everybody together and we were dancing and having a good time. They were really good. It was funny seeing some people you wouldn't expect dancing out there busting some moves. It entertained us. Anyways this was a great event to start off the summer and I'm sure we will come back next year!

There is a lot to love about the Science Center! Multiple floors of exhibits, plenty are hands on…read moreand there is something for all ages! Plus there are several different live shows daily along with planetarium shows (free with admission). There are also add ons like the laser show and the omnimax cinema. There is a paid parking lot right outside the science center. Parking is very reasonable ($6) but depending on how busy it is, you may end up quite far from the entrance, so keep that in mind. You can purchase admission in advance online (especially important if you are visiting one of the special exhibits) or you can get it there. Either way, you will need to wait in line to get your wrist band. There are times that there is quite a line, but they seem to be pretty efficient overall at getting people through. Some favorites of our family are the earthquake simulator, the electricity show, the model train and the submarine. (note, it is wonderful to see, but there are plenty of tight spaces so might not be great to tour if you are Closterphobic). I wish they hadn't taken out their robot area. They replaced it with a Mars exploration exhibit which is interesting, but for my kids and I it was kind of a one and done whereas the robots we would visit every single time and spend tons of time there. They area that was formerly sportsworks is currently being renovated to a gocart track which I'm sure will be fun. But it seems like with each renovation they are removing some of the more educational aspects and replacing them with things that will be more fun centered. There is a cafe on the ground floor. Typical cafe type stuff that is decently priced for museum food, but still costly. You can always pack your food or just get something to eat after your visit. Avoid the weekend of Thanksgiving and the weeks of Christmas break at all costs. I made that mistake once and it was so crowded you could barely move. Definitely not a fun experience. They often host special events for both members and the general public. I've been to a few of the 21+ nights and while they are fun, as a member they aren't worth the cost to me. One of our favorite events was the Polar Express PJ party where you started the day with some science themed activities, Santa and then hot coco and snacks for a private screening of the film. Overall, a fun museum for people of all ages (definitely not just a place for kids).

I first visited this science center many years ago while I was in college. Even then, it was an…read moreenjoyable experience, although it was beginning to show its age. After hearing about the recent major renovation, I was excited to return with my family and our young children. Unfortunately, we left feeling underwhelmed. Several of the interactive exhibits we were looking forward to were out of order, which was disappointing, especially for the kids. Some areas also felt sparse, including one section that was largely just a LEGO play area. Given the investment in the renovation, we expected a more engaging and polished experience. Overall, we didn't feel the science center lived up to its potential or justified the admission price. While there are still some enjoyable exhibits, we had hoped for a more immersive and interactive experience.

The best haunted house we've ever been to and we visit a lot of haunted houses when we travel…read more This has become a MUST to kick off the Halloween season for us every year. This has become the standard for haunted houses and nothing near Salem MA even compares to this. Love that you don't have to stand in line all night because they do a numbered group and call you when your group is ready. You're free to get hot drinks and food and sit by a fire without compromising your spot in line. Rick the owner , his family and actors go ABOVE and beyond more each year. If you're far away make the drive because the scares are well worth it and you'll be coming back again!

Cool haunted house. Got a refund in cash while in like on an unused ticket. A lot of cool booths…read moreand shops outside as well. Nice bonfire to get warm at on a colder night.

We were here for the Christmas Market. The food was fantastic and my three year old really enjoyed…read morethe horse drawn carriage ride and petting the sheep (although I'm not entirely sure that it was supposed to be a "petting zoo" per-se). I did enjoy the gluhvein, as well. It wasn't particularly cold, but this is a nice winter warmer. For nine bucks you get a glass mug filled with that beautiful mulled wine, and if you bring your mug back, you get a refill for four bucks. It got more crowded as the day went on, so I would recommend going early. The museum is part of your admission into the Christmas Market, and it is definitely worth a visit. Small, but interesting. I enjoyed the log cabin as well. We didn't buy anything from any of the vendors, but there was a decent variety of wares. Parking is tough, even earlier in the day, so be prepared to walk a bit.

I stopped by for a tour while biking in the area. Nancy was a very friendly and knowledgeable. I…read morewas able to join a tour in progress and when complete the site tour after they finished. Nancy even took another 30 minutes after the tour to discuss and to recommend additional historic sites in the area. Thanks again. Considering Volunteering there if they can work with my schedule. Mike

I just got got home from the haunted expedition and I'm a huge fan of Shenot Farm so they get at…read moreleast stars no matter what. My family and live within a loud shout away so it's really convenient. They have amazing product, most homemade or homegrown, in their little store. It's just a real farm. And it's real cool too. But this haunted expedition isn't very scary. My almost 10 year old son was pretty scared though. I don't think they're trying to scare 40 year old dudes....Like I said though, my son wanted to turn around and go home but after one of the "creepy" fallout people (the theme is 1950's era nuclear holocaust yada yada) popped out of the orchard and slinked over to my son, slowly pointed her gnarled finger in his face and whispered to him, "do you want to be my friend?" His answer was a shaky but classic "I don't know." I just started laughing and my son laughed too. So then it became an awesome night walk in an orchard on clear and cold fall night. Which there are worse things than that. Why I gave this expedition a 4 star review is because every other thing I buy from Shenot's and every other event is top notch as I mentioned earlier but when my son and I arrived, the line was long and not moving at all. One of the guys that works there was walking down to the lower buildings, I stopped him and asked if we could upgrade to VIP. The wait was going to be brutal, I could feel it. He said no problem, he brought us up to the front of line and when I went to pay him the extra $20 he said "it was on him." His name is Sean. I hope I don't get him in trouble but it was a super-dope move on his part. And he saved my son and I at least and hour and a half of complete boredom. Sean and Shenot's are equally dope.

This place was a 20 minute hay ride that didn't have anyone jumping out at you followed by a 15…read moreminute walk through with maybe 10-15 people you run into. The actors interact with you which is great! Down side is there is not much decoration and it's not scary, more of a fun thing to take kids ages 6-13 to.

Very cool experience especially for kids or even just a rainy day. It's about a 30-45 minute…read moreexperience with lots of illusions and mind games to enjoy

Very much an Instagram attraction, but also a "what you make of it" experience. You can blow…read morethrough the whole place in probably 15-20 minutes or you can spend an hour or two depending on how much time you take to interact with the various exhibits and the "games" that are in the middle of the experience. I was leaning more towards four stars but stuck with three because it IS expensive for what you actually get, the space itself is pretty tiny and it can be a bit crazy if the admission slot you purchase is sold out. I have to admit, I liked this experience more than I thought I would. Sure, it has the tourist trap instagram photo spots, but it has some degree of an educational experience that I wasn't expecting. They have signage explaining some of the illusions and the science behind them. This is what I mean when I said you can blow through our spend more time. You get more out of the experience (and will spend more time there) if you take the time to read why the various illusions work. I'm a knowledge junkie, so this was really fun for me. Your best experience will be if you follow the guidelines they have posted. Each exhibit has places marked on where to stand to get the illusion and the best spot to take the photo. I have to admit, you can get some really creative and fun ones! Although those are the ones you often have a long wait for. There is very helpful staff rotating throughout the experience. I just wish they would gently push some of the people along that seem to take FOREVER to get the "perfect" shot. I came back to the building illusion (the one where you can make it look like you are hanging off the top of a building or sitting on ledge) and ten minutes later the same two girls were still taking pictures despite there being a line behind them. Exhibits are well maintained and the staff is informative. It should just have a lower price point for what you get. Parking is street parking (good luck with that on busier days) or you can park in one of the nearby garages (which would add to your expense). There is a gift shop on the way out with a variety of items ranging from magnets and pins to shirts and games. Is it worth a visit? Sure, but try to find a coupon or buy when they have some sort of promotion to make it more affordable.