Category Archives: Winter activities

Enjoy winter: Preserve those Valentine’s flowers

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Sarah Chain

If you were lucky enough to receive a big bouquet of flowers for Valentine’s Day last week, they might be looking a little droopy — mine always did after about a week. But that doesn’t mean you have to toss … Continue reading →

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Enjoy winter: Audition for York Revs mascot

Posted on February 18, 2012 by Sarah Chain

If you’re a big fan of York Revolution games, think ahead to warmer temperatures, sunny afternoons and some peanuts and Cracker Jack. You could be the mascot this year. DownTown, the official York Revs mascot since 2007, has quite the … Continue reading →

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Enjoy winter: Birds in your backyard

Posted on February 16, 2012 by Sarah Chain

The Great Backyard Bird Count begins Friday and runs through Monday. Free for bird-watchers of all ages and skill levels, the GBBC lets observers note what kind of birds can be seen in the winter and whether there are fewer … Continue reading →

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Enjoy winter: Get away for a romantic weekend

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Sarah Chain

First and foremost: Happy Valentine’s Day! If you’re single, I suggest you indulge yourself tonight — a delicious meal, a new sweater, an extra glass of wine, an early bedtime — really, whatever floats your boat. Last year I left … Continue reading →

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Enjoy winter: Nix cabin fever with a scavenger hunt

Posted on February 11, 2012 by Sarah Chain

Forget about the snow predicted for today — head outside for Cabin Fever Hike II, a winter scavenger hunt at Rocky Ridge Park. Meet at 9:30 a.m. at the Pheasant Pavilion near the Hidden Laurel Parking Area. Park volunteer Jeff … Continue reading →

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Enjoy winter: A classic fairytale gets a twist

Posted on February 9, 2012 by Sarah Chain

What better way to spend a snowy morning than to trek through the woods with your parents… and then be left there alone to find your way home… and then have it happen again the next day… and then have … Continue reading →

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Enjoy winter: Tour the York Water Co.

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Sarah Chain

If you’re in need of a quick jaunt out of the house today, head downtown to the main office of The York Water Company at 130 E. Market St. For nearly 30 years, the building’s intricate ceiling paintings were forgotten, … Continue reading →

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Enjoy winter: Join the Polar Plunge

Posted on February 4, 2012 by Sarah Chain

With a high of 49 degrees expected today, joining the Polar Plunge in Wrightsville should be no problem. Registration runs from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., and the first wave plunges into the icy Susquehanna River at noon. The event benefits … Continue reading →

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Share: Chocolate couples

Posted on February 3, 2012 by Jess Krout

With the season of love in the air (and the smell of chocolate), we want to know: What’s your favorite chocolate couple? Timeless — chocolate and peanut butter or chocolate and mint? Or trendsetters — chocolate and chipotle or chocolate … Continue reading →

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Enjoy winter: Head out for First Friday

Posted on February 2, 2012 by Sarah Chain

Yes, it can be tempting to celebrate the weekend with pajamas, a drink and the couch (or wait, is that just my Friday night celebration?) But get that out of your system tonight — tomorrow is First Friday. If you’ve … Continue reading →

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