Carbon County PA

Train rides with Santa, Live Nativity, Historic District Ghost Walks, Olde Time Christmas Arts Bazaar, Gingerbread House Contest, strolling carolers and musicians, expanded shopping hours, seasonal dinner specials at our many restaurants are among the many activities during Olde Time Christmas in Jim Thorpe December 3-5, 11-12, 18-19.

In addition, ticketed entertainment takes place each Saturday night of Olde Time Christmas at the Mauch Chunk Opera House, one of the finest downtown music venues in Pennsylvania. The decorations, the cozy accommodations, the sounds of the trains and carolers, and relaxed strolling through our downtown will transport you to a different era.

Christmas and holiday shopping in Jim Thorpe is always a lot of fun and this year it’s even more exciting! The Jim Thorpe Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring an Olde Time Christmas Shopping Spree contest where 15 winners will each receive $100 in chamber gift certificates which you can use toward your purchases in participating stores, restaurants and accommodations through May 31, 2011. For every $10 you spend at participating members’ businesses through 5:00 PM on November 21, 2010, you will receive another chance to win

Participating shops will also display the Olde Time Christmas Shopping Spree logo/flyer as shown in the graphic accompanying this announcement. Winners will be randomly selected on the evening of November 21 and gift certificates will be mailed to you if you are a winner.

The Olde Time Christmas Celebration begins Friday, December 3, with a short parade down Broadway followed by a tree lighting ceremony at Josiah White Park in Jim Thorpe and will last for the first three weekends in December. Many family oriented fun events are planned including a mug walk, Victorian Christmas house tours, a live nativity, Santa train rides, Festival of Trees, street carolers, Santa and Robert the Elf Show, dance recital, music, special holiday shows and lots more! Check out our news and events pages for updates and complete information on this year’s celebration and see you in Jim Thorpe for the holidays!

Visit http://www.jimthorpeoldetimechristmas.com/ for more info!

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Explore Carbon County, Pennsylvania

In addition to being known for providing the anthracite coal that powered a growing nation in the 19th century, Carbon County, Pennsylvania has a broader appeal these days.

Carbon County's breathtaking natural beauty has inspired artists since Audubon, and lured visitors to vacation, explore and live. Every season is a time to create an entirely new Carbon County experience.

Summers are relaxing, beautiful and lush. Our towns provide you with restaurants to relax in, great venues for entertainment, fascinating historical attractions, and proximity to rivers, lakes, hiking and bicycling.

Fall opens up into a totally different surprise, as seasonal festivals celebrate local history and culture and the changing of the leaves drenches you in spectacular color.

Winter reveals the quaint charm of snowed in villages warm fire places, skiing. Carbon County is ready each year make winter some of the best playtime of the year for couples and families.

Spring in Carbon County rejuvenates the soul with outdoor music festivals and concerts, art expos and more. National and international touring performers round out the cultural experience making Carbon County nationally recognized for its premiere concert venues.

Whether you're vacationing, looking to improve your quality of life or simply visiting, Carbon County, PA is an authentic, varied, and unique destination.

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