Have you ever wondered what the birds see as they soar across the rolling landscape of Cumberland Valley? If so, you can catch a glimpse at Waggoner’s Gap Hawk Watch, located along Route 74 on the border between Cumberland and Perry counties. Whether you are interested in experiencing…
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Your vacation plans for the summer of 2020 might including staying closer to home.How about exploring the Cumberland Valley and discovering all there is to see and do in your own backyard! (TIP: As businesses continue to re-open, please be sure to check days and hours of operation.)…
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Cumberland County entered the Yellow Phase of re-opening on Friday, May 22, which means that many of our local shops are happily welcoming back customers with proper precautions in place to keep everyone safe and healthy. The hours of operation and guidelines for each store are noted…
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One of the best things about visiting Cumberland Valley is strolling through our charming downtowns and wandering into our storefronts, where you are greeted by friendly and welcoming owners and their staff. Since the shutdown, Cumberland Valley’s shop owners sure do miss seeing the…
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Farmers on the Square (FOTS) in downtown Carlisle is one of only a few producer-only farmers markets in the area and FOTS vendors are required to make what they sell and use locally-sourced ingredients. The farmers market in downtown Carlisle has a history dating back to the…
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Each year, Carlisle Events and Cumberland Valley welcome more than 500,000 car lovers from around the world to the fairgrounds, looking for a fun, new experience. And they are sure to find it as the shows continue to evolve with special displays and special guests, automotive…
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Downtown Carlisle restaurants are working hard to keep their good food flowing. Check the list below to find information about your favorite location and thank you to everyone who continues to do their best to support local businesses. (NOTE: Please continue to check the website or…
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Start enjoying the spring season with these ten things in the Cumberland Valley! 1. Biking - Cumberland Valley is a perfect place for bikers, from the numerous mapped out routes throughout the region to downtown Carlisle's bike-friendly streets. If you're just getting into biking, you…
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This area is packed with great little diners and mom-and-pop restaurants that serve up wonderful breakfasts. Whether you're a local or here for the weekend, I would definitely recommend visiting one (or all) of these for a filling start to your day. Here's my top 10 list! Find your own…
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February 7-9, 2020 The UPMC Pinnace Ice Art Fest returns to Downtown Carlisle from February 7 to 9 with more than 70 sculptures. Bring your family and friends to walk around town, look them over, and marvel at how they’re carved. You are welcome to take selfies with your favorite…
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