May 1 | | Every Saturday Book Sale | | Every Saturday, 12 - 4: Used Book Sale at the Dimmick Library Annex at 58 Broadway, Jim Thorpe. Good books! - and at great prices! Fiction, non-fiction and children's books - three rooms of books, all displayed in one of Jim Thorpe's beautiful Victorian houses. Most book prices are between $1 and $3 and paperbacks and childrens books are less. All proceeds benefit the Dimmick Memorial Library. For info call 325-2131. |
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| Bach & Handel Chorale Spring Concert | | 3 PM in St. Marks Church, 21 Race St, Jim Thorpe under the direction of Randall D. Perry. This years Spring Concert will feature many great choruses sung by the Chorale. Reserved Seats $20 Adults, $15 Seniors, Students $12. Tickets call: (570) 325-4794, email jsbgfh@ptd.net or online at www.bhchorale.org. |
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| Unforgettable Fire at the Opera House | | UF will thrill you as one of the closest experiences to being at an actual live U2 show. Performing U2 material from pre-Boy to the most recent How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb, UF does everything in their power (from wardrobe to lighting) to recreate the live U2 concert. Info: 570-325-0249 or
www.MauchChunkOperaHouse.com |
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May 1 - 2 | | Skirmish - Battles and Paddles | | Raft the Lehigh River Saturday & play Skirmish FREE Sunday! www.skirmish.com 1-800-SKIRMISH info@skirmish.com |
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May 1 - 30 | | Open Mic Night Thursdays | | The open mic is hosted by Strange Brew Coffee Shop 79 Broadway from 5-8PM every Thursday Night. We encourage musicians, poets, writers, performers, and comedians to attend, but it is family friendly so no cussing is allowed. |
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May 8 | | First Annual Bridal Expo | | Through the Looking Glass Restaurant is presenting their 1st Annual Bridal Expo at the Mauch Chunk Museum and Ballroom, 41 W Broadway, Jim Thorpe on September 12, 2009 from 10 am until 4 pm. The bridal expo is a fundraising event to help benefit the Mauch Chunk Museum and Cultural Center. Couples can experience this beautiful venue and meet with a variety of wedding service providers. Info 570-325-9633 or www.jimthorpe.info |
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May 9 | | Skirmish - Ladies Day | | All women play FREE! Ladies can upgrade to the deluxe package for $45.00. www.skirmish.com 1-800-SKIRMISH info@skirmish.com |
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May 10 | | Co-Op Bop - Sweet Jazz at the Opera House | | Jazz fans will love a show like this in the superior acoustics of the Opera House. Featuring Craig Kastelnik, Nelson Hill, Tom Kosik and friends. Info: 570-325-0249 or
www.MauchChunkOperaHouse.com |
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May 14 | | An Evening with Jorma Kaukonen at the Opera House | | Founding member of Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna, and a member of the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame, Jorma is one of those rare musicians - you're on a firstname basis with him. Info: 570-325-0249 or
www.MauchChunkOperaHouse.com |
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May 15 | | Whitewater Lehigh River Dam Release | | Lehigh River whitewater releases originate at the US Army Corps of Engineers' Francis Walter Dam, about seven miles upstream from White Haven and the Lehigh Gorge State Park. Releases usually begin at 1 AM and conclude at 1 PM. This places water at the whitewater launch sites from about 7 AM until mid-afternoon. |
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| Skirmish Tri-State Domination | | New York vs Pennsylvania vs New Jersey Go head-to-head as you battle from Tippmann Castle to Castle Eclipse to Tippmann City in a game that is sure to rock the east coast. Play from 11am until 5pm in a continuous game format. $39.95 pp pre-registered by 5/5/10. Groups of 20+ players are $31.95pp ($53.95 if you register late or at the gate). Free N2 air fills. www.skirmish.com 1-800-SKIRMISH info@skirmish.com 1-800-SKIRMISH info@skirmish.c |
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| Steam Train Excursion - Tunkhannock to Jim Thorpe | | The 2010 Passenger season kicks off with a steam excursion behind No. 425 from Tunkhannock to Jim Thorpe on May 15, 2010. As in the past two years, this trip will be sponsored by the Wyoming County United Way as a fundraiser for the organization - tickets must be purchased through them. Info call 570-836-1661 or
visit their website. |
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May 15 - 16 | | Jim Thorpe Birthday Celebration | | This event honors Jim Thorpe, one of the greatest athletes of the 20th century, and our town's namesake. The 14th Annual Jim Thorpe Birthday Celebration will be held on Saturday, May 15th and Sunday, May 16th, 2010 at Josiah White Park in Jim Thorpe. For more info, click
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May 16 | | Packerton Yards Reunion | | 2 p.m. Yardmaster - Alfred Feuerstein and other former workers. Held at the Mauch Chunk Museum Ballroom at 41 W Broadway a few doors up from the Opera House. |
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May 22 | | Skirmish - One Day Paddles and Battles | | Raft the Lehigh River in the morning then play Castle Nights at Skirmish that evening only $59.95 per person. www.skirmish.com 1-800-SKIRMISH info@skirmish.com |
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| Grammy Winner Bill Miller at the Opera House | | Grammy award winning artist Bill Miller, is inspired by his native American heritage, but is not limited by it. He takes his message across genres and international boundaries through the traditional culture of storytelling and music. Info: 570-325-0249 or
www.MauchChunkOperaHouse.com |
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| Skirmish - Castle Nights | | Play Castle to Castle from 5pm until 9pm. Only $24.95 pp, Free N2 air fills. There will be hidden props to be turned in for points to win. www.Skirmish.com 1-800-SKIRMISH info@skirmish.comwww.skirmish.com 1-800-SKIRMISH info@skirmish.com 1-800-SKIRMISH info@skirmish.com |
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May 22 - 23 | | Black Bear Triathlon | | The race takes place at Beltzville State Park in Lehighton, PA. This year the race will take place on two days offering an entire weekend of triathlon and festival-style activities with both Sprint and Olympic Distances for 2010. |
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May 29 - 30 | | Whitewater Lehigh River Dam Release | | Lehigh River whitewater releases originate at the US Army Corps of Engineers' Francis Walter Dam, about seven miles upstream from White Haven and the Lehigh Gorge State Park. Releases usually begin at 1 AM and conclude at 1 PM. This places water at the whitewater launch sites from about 7 AM until mid-afternoon. |
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May 29 - 31 | | Skirmish - Memorial Student Appreciation Special | | All students play Skirmish for only $24.95 per person plus receive ½ price ($4.) camouflage rentals. Plus, All Organized Youth/Student groups of 15+ receive discounted rates on 2nd day activities and free camping at Hickory Run State Park. www.skirmish.com 1-800-SKIRMISH info@skirmish.com |
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