Voice of the Valley Winter 2024

VOICE of theVALLEY WINTER

AN ADVERTISING SUPPLEMENT TO THE DAILY ITEM AND THE DANVILLE NEWS

2024

2024...Let’s Do This, Susquehanna River Valley By: Andrew Miller Executive Director – S usquehanna River Valley Visitor’ s Bureau

There’ s a collective sigh either of regret or relief once the calendar turns over to the New Y ear. Some of us yearn to return to the events, shopping sprees, and parties that go handin-hand with the holiday season. Others are ready to put the hustle and bustle behind them and settle down for a long winter’ s … well, maybe not nap, but a bit of relaxation. Whichever group ou relate to, ou ma find that our co home begins to feel a bit claustrophobic sooner or later. Luckily the Susquehanna River Valley is a four-season destination with a variety of events, sho s, and experiences to fill our do ntime to just the right level. ven in the winter, families like to go outdoors in the River Valley. F rom ice skating and hiking to c cling and sno mobiling, the season a ords man opportunities to enjo crisp air and lovely scenery. A great way to learn about everything there is to love about winter in central PA is by attending R. B. Winter State Park’ s Snowfest coming up on Saturday, F ebruary 2 5th. The day includes a trail race, silent auction, nature displays, outdoor winter games, and children’ s activities. Another way to celebrate everything frosty is to attend the Heart of Lewisburg Ice F estival in ebruar . With ama ing ice sculptures decorating the to n and lots of fun activities including a Polar Plunge, F rosty 5K , and Sip and Stroll, the event is sure to appeal to every member of the family. F or additional information about winter recreation in central PA, trails and status reports on seasonal amenities including skating rink hours, contact the team at the Susquehanna River Valley Visitors Bureau (570.524.7234) or visit us online at VisitCentralPA.org. The Visitors Bureau is also a great source to connect you with the region’ s indoor attractions; because, let’ s face it, the cold is not for everyone. Watch the calendar at VisitCentralPA.org for information about all the wonderful events at our area libraries, children’ s museums, and Y MCAs. A few of our favorites include ex-STREAM Saturdays at the Lewisburg Children’ s Museum and F riday F un Nights hosted by the Lewisburg Y MCA at the Miller Center. Cl de Peeling’s eptiland in Allen ood o ers eading ith eptiles on the first Saturday of the month throughout the winter. F or the winter months of 204, they are partnerPlease see 2024, Page 5

The beauty of winter in the Susquehanna River Valley. Photo by Timothy Dowhower.

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