Located along the Panhandle Trail in McDonald, PA, the Trail Station is open to the general public…read moreApril through October on Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. It is both a trail destination, and a community asset. They have information about local businesses, a museum featuring local history, water and bathroom stop for trail users, and also a rental hall for events. A great place to stop while riding the trail on weekends.

When I got married a bridal shower was held for me at this venue. McDonald is a cute little town…read morethat thrived at the turn of the century. It's nice to see over the past few years it's coming back. Albeit slowly but surely. The trail definitely helps and this station is a hub for cyclists. It's a cute little building that can be rented out for parties, etc. Chock full of history, a nice little place to check out.

I first attended this outstanding community theater group in Hickory, PA, when my daughter and…read moreson-in-law performed here earlier this year. More on that later, but let's talk about the group. The Old Schoolhouse Players (OSP) is a community theater group established in 1992 with the primary goal of bringing quality theatrical performances to the Hickory and Washington County areas in Pennsylvania. Over the years, OSP has presented over 100 dramatic and musical productions, enriching the local arts scene and fostering a strong sense of community through a shared love of theater. OSP was formed in 1992 by a group of passionate individuals who wanted to create a platform for local actors, singers, dancers, and theater enthusiasts to come together and showcase their talents. The theater group is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to nurturing the arts within the community and providing opportunities for members to develop their skills and passion for theater. OSP stages their productions in the Bud Allison Auditorium, located within the historically preserved Mount Pleasant Township Community Center at 20 Wasbash Avenue in Hickory, Pennsylvania. This charming venue offers an intimate theater experience for audiences and performers alike, with comfortable seating and excellent acoustics. Restrooms are downstairs, but they do have a handicap-accessible restroom on the first floor on the theater level. Notable Productions: Over the years, the Old Schoolhouse Players have presented a diverse range of theatrical productions, including popular musicals, dramatic plays, and original works. Some notable past productions include "The Sound of Music," "A Christmas Carol," "The Wizard of Oz," and "Our Town," among many others. Each production is carefully selected to appeal to a wide audience and showcase the talents of the theater group's members. I attended several performances here in May of this year, for a great production of Clue. The internationally popular game is a fun-filled musical adaptation that brings the world's best-known suspects to life and invites the audience to help solve the mystery: who killed Mr. Boddy, in what room, and with what weapon. The audience receives forms to help them deduce the solution from clues given throughout the fun-filled evening. Three audience members choose from cards representing the potential murderers, weapons, and rooms; there are 216 possible solutions! Only one hard-nosed female detective is qualified to unravel the merry mayhem. Comic antics, witty lyrics, and a beguiling score carry the investigation from room to room. Even after the culprit confesses, a surprise twist delights the audience. This colorful crowd-pleaser was devised by the authors of Murder at Rutherford House and other popular interactive entertainments. My daughter gave a fabulous portrayal that brought Miss Scarlet to life, creating a multi-dimensional character that was both enigmatic and charming. Catherine's portrayal of Miss Scarlet in Clue was nothing short of extraordinary. Her undeniable talent, beautiful vocals, charisma, and dedication to her craft made her a true force to be reckoned with on stage. She really rocked the blonde look, too! Also performing was my son-in-law, who not only sang but also danced with Catherine, which were my favorite moments. Alan's portrayal of Mr. Green in Clue was nothing short of outstanding. His hard work and passion for theater shone through, as he showcased his undeniable talent, charisma, and commitment to his craft, making for one of my most unforgettable performances that was both dynamic and energetic and lots of fun! Bottom Line: My experience with the Old Schoolhouse Players' production of Clue was truly unforgettable. The outstanding performances by the cast showcased their talent, dedication, and passion for theater. The intimate venue and engaging audience interaction made this theatrical experience even more special. I highly recommend supporting this community theater group, as they continue to enrich the local arts scene with their diverse range of productions. Don't miss out on future opportunities to witness the magic of the Old Schoolhouse Players on stage.

Great venue. The acting and set design were better than great. I usually go to larger venues but I…read morehave to admit. This was special.

Joan & Brian are such personable and friendly owners of this beautiful period B&B…read more The Cherry Suite was perfect in size with very private accommodations. I especially appreciated the cozy robe and private deck. Joan was so kind to ask about and provide specific snack & drink items I had requested for our stay, Breakfast was delicious: every item freshly prepared by Joan. Table settings and breakfast accompaniments were lovely. We so enjoyed our conversations with Joan & Brian and other guests. This B&B is conveniently located near Star Lake Pavilion, which was our destination for the evening. Highly recommend this B&B and will surely return when Star Lake Pavilion concerts call!

If you are looking for a beautiful place to stay with unmatched hospitality, this is it! We came…read moreout from California for a concert, and this place stole our hearts--it was our favorite stay across 7 states.Joan welcomed us with a lovely tour right when we arrived (only 20 minutes from the airport!). The breakfasts both mornings were spectacular. We loved the community vibe, getting to chat with visiting family the first day and fellow concert-goers the next. It feels like visiting friends rather than staying at a business. They clearly love their home and their guests. We cannot wait to come back!

Everything was outstanding, the place is clean the employees are welcoming. We had one slight issue…read morewith undisciplined kids but the staff handled it quickly and told us how they would handle it going forward. Where other hotels charge a large incidental fee the simply charge $30. Breakfast was exactly as described and then some, they did not wait for food to run out it was hot and fresh. Don't waste your time taking a chance on a different hotel just book here. 5 stars and very well deserved, they are extraordinary.

I stayed here for five nights over the summer, when I was volunteering in the area during an…read moreeight-day event. Having somewhere close to sleep was really nice as my week went on; especially near the end of it, when I needed naps/quiet time away from the hustle and bustle of the event. If you need a nice but simple hotel this is definitely the place. The lobby and my room alike were clean and well maintained. My bed was the standard hotel-level of firm, and the pillows were the standard hotel-level of soft and flat. I like a softer bed and thicker pillows but at this point I know not to expect them during my travels. The wi-fi worked pretty well overall; it got spotty at times but was more reliable than what I'm used to at hotels, so that was a plus! One thing I didn't like was that every time I'd pull into the parking lot, trucks would have parked across multiple spaces (rather than attempting to fit into a single space). I did find parking OK day to day/night to night so it didn't affect my stay; but I also noticed it daily, and wondered if the trucks would have been allowed to do that if the hotel was busier. In summary: I had a straightforward stay in a simple but nice hotel. They definitely offered a good quality stay for a reasonable price - I'd stay here again, assuming parking never becomes an issue.

Philomena's catered a work function and the food was amazing!! Baked Ziti was great .. sauce was…read moretoo overbearing. Extra sauce was delightful. The selection of bread provided was on point.. onion buns, dinner rolls, slices of Italian bread etc. The chicken parm was out of this world! Presentation was perfect.. cheese provided (graded and shredded) and salt n pepper at the end of the table where it should be. Its the little things sometimes. Great job on catering this function!

Philomenas Review…read more We used this catering company several times once we decided to use them for our wedding. We booked her one year in advance, and we used her for A New Year's Eve party, and for our wedding shower. These two events required only the food to be present, no service. At the original taste testing, the food was phenomenal as was at each event. Very flavorful and delicious, nothing was dry as it was quality food. The same can even be said about the food at our wedding for those that got it... We discussed our concerns with Amanda on several occasions that we had met. We did two separate taste testings to try a variety of foods, we drove there to pick up food several times, and we went there for tasting our signature drink. On top of that we had no less than 10 phone conversations and several emails discussing details of our wedding and the quality of service we expected. This is why the review has a poor rating. We get married one time in our lives, and the people from our wedding will remember how horrible the service was. We paid extra money for a "bartending service" who told our guests they were supposed to be there serving food. We asked Amanda if she had handled a wedding of this size before (300+ people) She assured us that they do 500 person events all the time. After my mother-in-law had to ask for salad at her table 6 times, and then ask for dressing another four times, we began to panic and realize Amanda over-promised and under delivered severely. In addition to this, the tables were supposed to be bussed and cleared, the plates were to be washed, none of this was done. The head table never got their glasses of water which remained upside down until we cleaned up the next day. We had less than 300 guests RSVP. We paid Philomena's for 310 guests worth of food. We had a total of 278 people attend our wedding, and she still ran out of food even though she insisted on several occasions that there would be more than enough food. She also said there will be several items left over and she would put out to go containers. Speaking of this, she said they would have plenty of time to kill while they were there and to give her things to do while she was there. She was entirely unprepared. When the bridal party walked in and they were still serving salad, we knew this was a disaster. When we spoke with Amanda the following day about the issues that we had, she tried to blame The fact they were unprepared because of the cookies in her area. She promised us that she would be putting out the cookies at the cookie table and never did! My family had to put them all out! We also gave her extra space at the venue as she was worried she wouldn't have enough. In addition to this disaster, I had to dismiss tables on my own wedding night, because Amanda did not bring enough help as clearly her bartenders we're supposed to be serving food, so then we were forced to shut down the bar so the guests could be served. There are several other details minor or large that I may be missing, but I am so upset and frustrated with how this turned out that people now remember our wedding as the wedding that was amazing except for the catering. If you want to use this company be sure to use them for only their food because that is all they are good for. Their services are sub par at best.

The venue itself is beautiful. The owner Brenda is rude and unaccommodating. The wedding…read morecoordinator told us this was her last wedding because she was done dealing with everything. Debbie wasn't the most pleasant person either. The toilets stopped working for over an hour during the reception. There was no running water to wash your hands either during that time. No apologies were made. Brenda said we couldn't come back until 3pm on Sunday to get our decorations. She's just overall rude. Thankfully her husband said he would unlock everything so we could get our stuff. Definitely not what you would except from a wedding coordinator or owner. The officiant and the photographer both made comments about how rude they were. Not the experience we expected.

From the owner: Whispering Dreams Wedding Venue provides a wedding venue or small party venue to the Burgettstown…read morePA area.

Sarah and Shaunden were a dream to work with. From the first meet up, they were bursting with…read moreexcitement over our vision, already brainstorming how to make it happen. They researched, emailed, called, collected proposals, and vetted every vendor before presenting us options. They handled all communication and coordination with vendors all the way up to the wedding day. These two have such a feel for design. They used colors, textures, lighting, and accents to create the overall "modern boho, earthy vibe", we envisioned. They captured the very essence of our personalities, it was literally "so us!" Our favorite part of the planning process was our dinner & drinks where we hung out for hours catching up and discussing wedding plans. We became genuine friends throughout our time working together. They were always a text or call away. Sarah even saved the day when 2 vendors backed out, due to covid, a week before the wedding. A situation that would have made any couple breakdown, Sarah was quick to suggest solutions and had everything back on track by the end of the day!! Everything they did was absolutely above and beyond. Everything they touched turned to gold. IRIE was worth every cent we spent.

I recently had the pleasure of working alongside the Irie Event Team as the caterer. Their team…read moreworked tirelessly to make a special couples day seamless and beautiful! I would recommend this team to anyone looking for a professional, well- oiled team to plan their day! Kim Greene Catering by Wickey~ Wedding Specialist

Very happy with our recent order to celebrate a friend's birthday. The food was a big hit and…read moreenough food for two meals. Would most definitely use their services again.

Everything was delicious cooked to perfection and prepared on time will return again & againread more

Top notch service!! One of the best dj's that I have hard or seen in a long time. Extremely…read moreprofessional and an all around great person. I would recommend him and his services to anyone

From the owner: See What You Are Herring Productions is Pittsburgh's premier DJ, VJ, and event service,…read moreguaranteeing an unforgettable night for your wedding, corporate event, or private party. We specialize in world-class entertainment with unmatched energy, ensuring your guests are on the dance floor all night long. Our services include professional DJs/VJs, custom event planning and coordination, state-of-the-art sound and stunning lighting effects, and photo booth fun. We also offer animated monograms to add a unique, personalized touch to your celebration. Let us use our expertise to create a seamless, high-energy, and memorable experience that keeps your special day running smoothly from the first dance to the final song. Contact us today!

Exceeded my expectations! This was my first time bringing my dog into a hotel, and she absolutely…read moreloved it! The amenities are great, and a good price. The lady at the front desk was very nice and welcoming. Would definitely recommend staying here, especially if you have a dog!

Initially, I was a little bummed when I found out that the hotel my cousin had reserved for her…read morewedding was full and we would have to stay elsewhere. After arriving at the Candlewood Suites in Washington, conveniently located less than half a mile away from the new Meadowlands Casino, I was thrilled that we had to find a different hotel. Boasting brand-new amenities, rooms with fully equipped kitchens, spacious bathrooms, LCD flat-screen TVs and DVD players, free high-speed Internet and extremely comfortable beds, the Candlewood Suites is a great place to spend the night or even a couple. The bed was delightfully comfortable and you had a choice of feather pillows or standard pillows. The room was immaculately clean and I was excited that the clothes hangers could actually be removed from the closet. While young, the staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The hotel was extremely clean, so clean that our carpet was still slightly damp from a thorough steam cleaning. Located right along the highway with the Meadowlands Casino right down the street as well as the Tanger Outlet directly across the street. The hotel boasts the following amenities: + FREE high speed Internet (with in-room connection cables) + fully equipped kitchens + flat-screen TVs & DVD players + a "cupboard" stocked with foods that have inexpensive price tags + a fitness room + FREE washer & dryers + convenient location to casino, outlet stores & highway + a media room with new DVDs you can rent or a desktop computer you can use