Educational
Fossil Frenzy: Digging Through PA’s Past – DCNR, Swatara State Park
Swatara State ParkDid you know we have fossils right under our feet? Come learn about the types of fossils we find here at Swatara SP, how they were created, and what they can tell us about our past. Then we’ll try our hand as paleontologists and dig for some fossils in our tried-and-true fossil hill! ...ReadMore
Bear-Hole Trail Drive-Thru – DCNR, Swatara State Park
Swatara State ParkCome explore Bear Hole Trail by car! The Drive-Thru begins at Swopes Valley Trailhead (40.522343,-76.469334) and goes 5 miles through the center of park, letting out at the Appalachian Trail Bridge near Lickdale. There are 4 designated parking areas at the fossil pit, Daubert School, charcoal pit, and near Bordner Cabin so you can get […]
Swatara State Park
"Join Rep. Russ Diamond and park staff for a 3-mile hike in the heart of Swatara State Park. The hike will begin at Sand Siding parking lot (40.504088,-76.510513), follow Sand Siding Trail onto Bear Hole Trail, and make a stop at Bordner's Cabin to talk about its unique history in our park. We'll then go […]
Bear-Hole Trail Drive-Thru – DCNR, Swatara State Park
Swatara State ParkCome explore Bear Hole Trail by car! The Drive-Thru begins at Swopes Valley Trailhead (40.522343,-76.469334) and goes 5 miles through the center of park, letting out at the Appalachian Trail Bridge near Lickdale. There are 4 designated parking areas at the fossil pit, Daubert School, charcoal pit, and near Bordner Cabin so you can get […]
Intro to Kayaking – DCNR, Memorial Lake State Park
Memorial Lake State ParkAre you new to kayaking and don't know where to begin? Come out and learn the basics of kayaking and what you need to know to recreate successfully at Memorial Lake State Park. ...Read More
Downtown Lebanon Ghost Tours
8th & Chestnut Streets 49 S 8th St, Lebanon, PA, United StatesDiscover Lebanon's past & the spirits that inhabit it... Enjoy a stroll in Lebanon's historic downtown! Hear from Lebanon's very own author and psychic medium, Jan Helen McGee during our walk. She will be sharing a bit of history, folk legends and of course, ghosts! Ticket information available HERE
Stream Study – DCNR, Memorial Lake State Park
Memorial Lake State ParkCome explore the quality of our stream by looking at creatures that call it home! The park will provide strainers, containers, and magnifying glasses to view the creatures we find. We'll then talk about how our discoveries relate to the stream water, the lake, and the rest of the animals in and around Memorial Lake. […]
Insect Exploration – DCNR, Memorial Lake State Park
Memorial Lake State ParkInsects don’t receive the attention they deserve, and when they do its usually in the form of a scream. Join us in catching and taking a closer look at these important links in our ecosystem. Program will meet near the Middle Lot pavilion. Learn more HERE
Downtown Lebanon Ghost Tours
8th & Chestnut Streets 49 S 8th St, Lebanon, PA, United StatesDiscover Lebanon's past & the spirits that inhabit it... Enjoy a stroll in Lebanon's historic downtown! Hear from Lebanon's very own author and psychic medium, Jan Helen McGee during our walk. She will be sharing a bit of history, folk legends and of course, ghosts! Ticket information available HERE
Bear-Hole Trail Drive-Thru – DCNR, Swatara State Park
Swatara State ParkCome explore Bear Hole Trail by car! The Drive-Thru begins at Swopes Valley Trailhead (40.522343,-76.469334) and goes 5 miles through the center of park, letting out at the Appalachian Trail Bridge near Lickdale. There are 4 designated parking areas at the fossil pit, Daubert School, charcoal pit, and near Bordner Cabin so you can get […]
Downtown Lebanon Ghost Tours
8th & Chestnut Streets 49 S 8th St, Lebanon, PA, United StatesDiscover Lebanon's past & the spirits that inhabit it... Enjoy a stroll in Lebanon's historic downtown! Hear from Lebanon's very own author and psychic medium, Jan Helen McGee during our walk. She will be sharing a bit of history, folk legends and of course, ghosts! Ticket information available HERE
Birding Walk – DCNR, Memorial Lake State Park
Memorial Lake State ParkJoin the park naturalist for a morning bird walk around Memorial Lake to see what feather friends live and are passing through our park. Whether you've never birded before or you're advanced, it's always more fun to bird with friends. ...Read More
Bear-Hole Trail Drive-Thru – DCNR, Swatara State Park
Swatara State ParkCome explore Bear Hole Trail by car! The Drive-Thru begins at Swopes Valley Trailhead (40.522343,-76.469334) and goes 5 miles through the center of park, letting out at the Appalachian Trail Bridge near Lickdale. There are 4 designated parking areas at the fossil pit, Daubert School, charcoal pit, and near Bordner Cabin so you can get […]
Downtown Lebanon Ghost Tours
8th & Chestnut Streets 49 S 8th St, Lebanon, PA, United StatesDiscover Lebanon's past & the spirits that inhabit it... Enjoy a stroll in Lebanon's historic downtown! Hear from Lebanon's very own author and psychic medium, Jan Helen McGee during our walk. She will be sharing a bit of history, folk legends and of course, ghosts! Ticket information available HERE
Historical Society Christmas Open House
Lebanon County Historical Society 924 Cumberland Street, Lebanon, PA, United StatesJoin the Lebanon County Historical Society for their annual Christmas Open House! Bring the kids for ornament crafting, an interactive model train set-up, meeting Santa and light refreshments!
Black History Month Event – African Drumming Workshop
St. Mark's UCC 515 Cumberland St., Lebanon, PA, United StatesCornerstone Christian Fellowship will host Studio Solomon as they lead an African Drumming Workshop. Learn more about the event HERE.
Black History Month Event – Tour of Cornwall Iron Furnace
Cornwall Iron FurnaceJoin the Lebanon County Chapter of the NAACP for a talk, short video, and tour led by Site Administrator Mike Emery focusing on the lives and experiences of enslaved African Americans at the ironworking plantation complex, including the enslaved collier named Governor Dick.
Exhibit Opening Reception – Lebanon Picture Frame & Art Gallery
Lebanon Picture Frame & Fine Arts Gallery 847 Cumberland St., Lebanon, PA, United StatesFor the months of April and May, we invite you to enjoy the balance and beauty of Paul Gallo’s impressionistic paintings at Lebanon Picture Frame & Fine Art Gallery (LPF). Much has changed in the world since Gallo’s brilliant paintings last graced the gallery walls of LPF, but what remains constant is the vitality and […]
Archery Event – Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area
Middle Creek Wildlife Management AreaDo you enjoy shooting archery? Ever just wanted to try out archery? Come to the Middle Creek archery range at Willow Point and test your archery skills. This is a free event, and all equipment is provided. National Archery in Schools Program certified instructors will be on hand to get you started or help you […]