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31st Annual Motorama Show - 2009 Event Information, Pictures and Video -Things to do in Pennsylvania 

Motorama 2009 is one event you don't want to miss. What makes Motorama so unique is the diversity in Auto Racing which speaks to people of all ages. You will see kids as young as 4 and adults as old as 40 racing. There is something for everyone. Today is the last day to attend this great 2 day event, so hurry and join the other 50,000 people at MOTORAMA 2009; THE GREATEST SHOW IN THE EAST!!

Racing vehicles:

• Remote Control Cars
• Go-Karts
• BMX 
• Portarcycles
• Quads
• Trailriders
• Import Cars
• Street Bikes
• Dirt Bikes
• and more...

Lancaster PA Real Estate - Things to do in Lancaster - Lancaster Barnstormers Baseball 

Lancaster and baseball are synonymous in history. It's history started in the 1860's as numerous amateur teams formed to compete to be part of the "Best 9" in the region.

Professional baseball in Lancaster started in 1884 with the "Lancasters" and "Ironsides". After a heated season, The Ironsides took the title as the best Professional ball club in Lancaster, but only the Lancasters would continue to represent Lancaster in the years to come. Several short stints by professional baseball teams in lancaster would follow with the Lancaster "chicks" and the "Actives" , both of which suffered financially, and didn't last longer than a year.

The Lancaster "Giants" in 1887, drew attention as being the only team of color. While the team only lasted for several weeks, despite it's victories, tradition of baseball in Lancaster has endured and has over the years become a mainstay of the city. One player, Rube Foster, is now recognized in the National BAseball Hall of Fame for his abilities as a player, and for his achievements in founding the Negro National League in 1919.

Minor league baseball has also excelled in Lancaster, starting with the "Maroons", who in 1896 moved here from Connecticut, went on to win 23 games in a row the next year. Despite their success, the team ultimately disbanded at the end of 1899 due to player salary issues.

The Maroons would get a uniform change in 1896, and while their all-white uniforms no longer fit their nickname they would carry it over untill opening day against the York White Roses. This event was so big that numerous businesses and factories closed down and parades filled the streets prior to game time. Local Newspapers quickly adapted the term, "war of the roses",  and applied the term "Red Roses" to Lancaster as their new teamname. They would have 7 out of 9 winning years from 1906-1914 and become one of Lancaster's favorite teams throughout it's history.

Barnstormers Mascot, Cylo debuted on March 4th,2005.

From 1914-1932, professional baseball in lancaster all but disappeared as the country was dealing with war and hard economic times.  Amateur baseball would however continue and led the way to Lancaster's revival in the 1940's as the economy was reviving and flourishing. The Team from Hazleton, after moving to Lancaster in 1940, allowed the Red Roses to be reborn the year after. Baseball in Lancaster would survive till 1961 when the Red Roses would play their last game due to low attendance.

Over the years, twenty four lancaster county natives have made it into the Major Leagues. The minor leagues have established a great breeding ground for these players because of the direct line between it's teams and major league  teams like the Brooklyn Dodgers and Philadelphia Athletics. Some of these players included George Kell, who led the Red Roses to a Championship Trophy in 1943. He has since been inducted into the hall of fame(1983) and continues to be one of the best players ever to play in Lancaster County.

Baseball took on a whole new venue on April 28th, 2004, when after 44 years of waiting, minor league baseball was reintroduced to Lancaster. After ground was broken, partnerships with Keystone Baseball allowed the newly named "Barnstormers" to play their first game in the 2005 season. The name barnstorming refers to travel around extensively looking for exhibition games against other good teams. The Barnstormers represent all of Lancaster County and drew the single largest number of fans in the Atlantic League during Opening day in 2005. In only their second year, the Barnstormers went undefeated in the playoffs, and on to win the Chamionship in 2006. That victory would mark the first for a professional chamionship team in 55 years since the Red Roses won the Peidmont League Title.

This past year has seen 2 all-stars, Michael Woods, and Matthew LeCroy lead the Barnstormers to a 2nd place tie in the Freedom Division.  Michael hit .324 with 73 RBI and 23 home runs and Matthew hit .326 with 83 RBI and 22 home runs.

Players stand for the National Anthem. Cylo joins in every game.

Corvette Club's Own Leading Man shows off his Corvette.

Everard takes part in an encore performance on "Guys night out", with the only big block 67 chevy in attendance.

Past Themed events:

• 80's Night
• Senior Night
• Hispanic Heritage Day
• Community Nights
• Guy's Night out
• Beach Night
• Ladies Night
• Dog Haze

Lancaster PA Real Estate - Relocate to Lancaster Pennsylvania - Lancaster County, the 8th best place to live in the U.S 

In December 30, 2008, Lancaster was named the 8th most secure place to live amongst mid-sized cities in the U.S. 127 of the most notable metropolitan areas with populations between 150,000 and 500,000 were included in the study.

The study, conducted by the 5th annual farmers insurance group, used the following criteria to come to it's conclusion:

• Crime Statistics
• Extreme Weather
• Risk of Natural Disasters
• Housing Depreciation
• # of Foreclosures
• Air Quality
• Life Expectancy
• Unemployment #'s

Lititz PA Real Estate - Lancaster County Communities - Bent Creek Country Club - Tennis Facilities - Part IV 

Six Har-Tru Clay (slow) courts allow both recreational players and professionals alike to play nearly year round.  The naturally crushed green stone allow for quick drying time after rainfall and slow play for seniors concerned for knee problems.  The courts are resurfaced yearly in spring and maintained weekly. Players can sweep the courts with brooms to re-expose the lines and to keep the true bounce of the court. Private lessons are available by George Zinc, the #1 National Tennis Pro in the 30's Division, and by other staff members on call.

Outside Players Lounge in between courts 2 and 3

Har-Tru Tennis courts allow for Longevity in the sport

Opportunities to purchase Tennis Gear

Children's racquets and gear are also available

Tennis, a fun sport for all ages

A new tennis facility is currently being built to accomodate the growing size of Tennis memberships at Bent Creek. It is going to be a 2 story professional tennis clubhouse which will house a bar, full mens and womens restrooms w/showers, locker room area, concierge, game room, and shop. Official inclusions will be mentioned in the upcoming newsletter at which time we will update this post to reflect those changes.

CONTACT INFORMATION

• Event Coordinator:    Cindy Mccomsey | Phone: 560-7700  |  Email: cmccomsey@bentcreekcc.co
• Tennis Professional:  George Zinc  |  Phone: 581-1001  |  Email: gzinc@mac.com

Belize Real Estate - Belize Resorts - Discover Your Belize - Video presentation Part I 

Belize is the ultimate Caribbean vacation destination for wildlife lovers, photographers, beachgoers, fisherman, nature lovers, diving enthusiasts, explorers, active adults and anyone who is open to exploring what possibly could truly be one of the last touched places on earth. We represent 4 of the largest resorts currently being built on the island of Placencia; Ara macao Resort, Copal Beach, Rendezvous Island and The Placencia Condos and Residences. For further information about any of these resorts or to call for a paid inspection trip, call Everard today at 717-816-4685

Belize is currently one of the few countries offering tax-free savings for those looking to Retire in Belize. Enquire today.

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If interested, contact Everard at 717-390-8704 and we'll make your dreams come true

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Lancaster County PA Luxury Real Estate - About Lancaster County Pennsylvania - Part 2 of 20 

Lancaster County Pennsylvania is a literary work of the past and future coming together. Residents and visitors can virtually watch American History unfolding before their eyes. In 1729, Early settlements in lancaster county were divided into 17 townships and villages which ultimately became communities and then cities. Some of those cities included Manheim, Lancaster City, Quarryville, Paradise and many others that followed in the same fashion. The first permanent settlement in Lancaster County was that belonging to Hans Herr and still stands to this day as a museum to recognize it's history as both the oldest building and oldest remaining site of mennonite worship in North America. In 2000, The National Civic League recognized Lancaster City with the All-American City Award which recognizes positive achievements of a city.

A typical house on the outskirts of the city

The oldest inland city in the United States is Lancaster City. Chartered as a borough in 1742 and a city in 1818 it became home as the Capitol of the United States for one day on September 27, 1777 and later the State's Capitol from 1799 to 1812.  Lancaster City itself was laid out in 1730 by James Hamilton and makes up 15 nearby neighborhoods. Some historic sites within the city include the Fulton Opera House, which was built on Lancaster's Pre-revolutionary jail that once housed the last of the Conestoga Indians and Lancaster County Prison, built in 1852 and resembled the Castle in Lancashire, England. One of the most recognizable estates in Lancaster once belonged to James Buchanan, our 15th President of the United States. 

Very well known historic restaurant close to Oregon Pike

Lancaster County is currently the 99th largest metropolitan area in the U.S, with an estimated population of about a half a million. Lancaster City accounts for about 55,000 of that total which makes it the Eighth largest city in Pennsylvania. Part of what makes Lancaster so great is it's high population density which is focused in the city and makes commuting from the outskirts into the city a breeze compared to the national average. 5.8% of the current population is said to be Pennsylvania German, German or Dutch. 

Rural landscape of lancaster county

Lancaster City is geographically located 70 miles west of Philadelphia, 55 miles northeast of Baltimore, and 87 miles north of Washington D.C. this makes it a very convenient location close to large cities within a reasonable commute for business. 

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Lititz PA Real Estate - Lancaster County Communities - Bent Creek Country Club - The History - Part III 

Bent Creek Country Club was established in 1993 with 6 business partners. Their expertise in real estate development led them to explore their "Ultimate Career Challenge" in developing a first-class golf course community in Lancaster. The project started in 1987 with a plan to develop an 18-hole course surrounded by 400 live-in units. With a requirement of 300 acres, 3 seperate purchases had to be made before well known golf architect, Jay Morish could design Bent creek to become one of the best courses in the Northeast.  Bent Creek. Bent Creek's Founding Members' vision is to provide members with excellent competitive sports facilities, programs on golf, tennis and swimming coupled with fun family focused social activities and fine dining. 

Robert A. Wolf, Robert A. Wolf II, Barry D. Hogan, Dennis D. Herr, W. Hevener and Josie E. Buckwalter

Golf Clubhouse and Members Entrance to dining faciilties

For those interested in a social membership at Bent Creek, special incentives are currently available through March 31st, 2009. This preview period will allow for the exclusion of the Initiation Fee and No Dues payable. Preview members can also conveniently order take-out service and invite family and friends to 10 scheduled holiday social events, accompany them to fine dining or reserve a room for a private party. More information can be attained from Jon Porreca, the Marketing Director or conversely asking Everard, your preferred Bent Creek Realtor of Choice.

Bent Creek's own Swimming Pool and Facilities

Bent Creek also has it's own public swimming pool which is located nearby the Clubhouse towards the front entrance.  the SBent Creek's swimming team, the Barracuda's usually swim for a month in the summer with winners announced at a wrap-up Banquet. This is a great way to get your kids into some extracurricular activities and for them to fine tune their advanced swimming techniques

Outdoor shaded lounge at the Tennis Club

If you get tired of Golf, you can always take a swing at Tennis. Six Har-Tru Clay (slow) courts allow both recreational players and professionals alike to play nearly year round.  The naturally crushed green stone allow for quick drying time after rainfall and slow play for seniors concerned for knee problems.  The courts are resurfaced yearly in spring and maintained weekly. Players can sweep the courts with brooms to re-expose the lines and to keep the true bounce of the court. Private lessons are available by George Zinc, the #1 National Tennis Pro in the 30's Division, and by other staff members on call.

Golf carts are available upon request from a Caddy.

Members can accompany guests to tee it up on one of the most beautiful courses in all of Lancaster County. People interested to improve their game can enroll in the Academy of Golf at Bent Creek where they will receive focused player development training from Terry Hertzog and Jim Haus; The leading professionals at the club. The Academy offers individual private lessons, playing lessons and family clinics for both young and old. Jim Furyk, a Lititz Native may also show up to play from time to time. Social play normally starts in April with the F&M Tournament and ends in October with the Flynn Moorish Cup.

Outdoor Lounge overlooking the Putting green and 10th hole.

Come out for a Sunday Brunch Buffet and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere with friends while overlooking play on nearby greens.. Food is served from 10 to 2 and prices range from $12 for adults to $6 for children ages 4-12. We highly recommend the Made-to-Order Waffles and Omelletes which are absolutely fantastic. Weekday express lunches are served tuesday through friday and offer a quick snack in between play on the course. A full menu is available to members only by request.

Professional Golf Shop available to members and guests

Golf Course attire is required and if necessary one can purchase clothing at Bent Creek's own Golf shop. Collared shirts or mock turtleneck shirts for men, and collarless shirts with sleeves are required to play on the course coupled with bermuda length shorts for both men and women with belt loops. These regulations are necessary for both guests and members alike for those ages 6 and over. Employment opportunities exist for any of Bent Creek's service stations, especially positions as a caddy in the summer time. For more information about this, contact the Caddy Master; Andy Haldy.(caddyshack@bentcreekcc.com)

24 Hour Security entrance point of 2.

Willow trees line the golf cart path on the 12th green. (Everard's backyard)

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CONTACT INFORMATION

• Marketing Director:   John Porecca  |  Phone: 560-7700  |  Email: jporecca@bentcreekcc.com
• Tennis Professional:  George Zinc  |  Phone: 581-1001  |  Email: gzinc@mac.com
• Golf Professional:      Terry Hertzog  |  Phone: 560-9461  |  Email: therzog@bentcreekcc.com
• Event Coordinator:    Cindy Mccomsey | Phone: 560-7700  |  Email: cmccomsey@bentcreekcc.co