Postcards at the Festival |
Monday, August 5, 2024
Lehigh Valley Adventures: The Moravian Historical Society Arts & Crafts Festival
Sunday, August 4, 2024
Using Public Transportation from Berwyn, PA to the King of Prussia Mall
By Nate Feldman
The King of Prussia Mall, one of the largest shopping complexes in the U.S., is about a 10-minute drive from my house. For that reason, I've driven there with a car all of my life. However, yesterday, I wanted to experience what using public transportation to get there would be like.
A Bus Stop for the 106 bus in Berwyn |
There is no direct form of public transportation between Berwyn and King of Prussia. You need to go from Paoli for that. There are two ways to get to Paoli from Berwyn via public transportation: either take a train from the Berwyn train station (Paoli is only two stops away heading west on the Paoli-Thorndale train line), or take the 106 bus from Lancaster Ave. and Bridge Ave. I took the train, and from Paoli station, I walked about half-a-mile to the intersection of Lancaster Ave. and Plank Ave. There is a Starbucks located there, so it's hard to miss.
Lancaster and Plank Ave. |
You cross the street and take the 92 bus, which connects the city of West Chester to the King of Prussia Mall. From the Paoli stops, it's about a 20-minute ride to the mall. The bus stops in front of an entrance area in the Plaza section of the mall (for those unfamiliar, the King of Prussia Mall is divided into two parts: The Plaza and The Court).
To return to Berwyn, use bus 92, but head back the other way, and you can either get off at Paoli train station to take a train back, or get off at any stop that has a 106 bus heading towards Berwyn.
Traveling this way is definitely more time-consuming than using a car, but it's good if you are in an adventurous mood and have time to spare.
Inside the King of Prussia Mall |
Saturday, July 27, 2024
A Group Hike at Watchung Reservation
By Nate Feldman
A Trail at the Watchung Reservation |
The pond at Watchung Reservation |
Here is a video report of my hike.
Friday, June 21, 2024
Performing at Make Music Upper Perk 2024
The keyboard at the Chibi Cafe |
Monday, June 17, 2024
My Trip to Upstate New York
By Nate Feldman
Background: I came to upstate New York to bring my daughters, Sara and Sofia, to their mother who lives in Clarence, a suburb of Buffalo. The girls go to school in Berwyn throughout the year, but they spend summers with their mother, step-dad, and two siblings. I agreed to drive the girls up here after I was permitted to have them for Father's Day.
Day 1:
We left Berwyn around 8 AM and headed up I-476 North which connects with I-81 north, taking us into New York around Binghamton. I-81 heads into downtown Syracuse, which is famous for its university. The girls and I stopped for lunch in the downtown area at a restaurant called Panini. I ordered a vegetable panini, and they had a Chicken Caesar Salad wrap.
After finishing lunch, I headed out of Syracuse on I-690 West and connected with I-90 West, which takes you into Buffalo. I got off the highway before Buffalo to take the girls to their mother's home in Clarence. Then, I headed into downtown Buffalo, where I am spending the night at a hotel on Delaware Avenue.
Delaware Avenue by coincidence plays a very important role in American history. William McKinley, the 25th President of the United States, was assassinated in Buffalo in 1901. He was shot on September 6 and died eight days later on September 14 due to complications from the bullet wound that was initially thought not to be life-threatening. The place where he died is on Delaware Avenue. His then Vice-President, Theodore Roosevelt, took the oath of office on Delaware Avenue as well and became the 26th President. The spot where he became President is now a National landmark. Theodore, AKA "Teddy" Roosevelt, became one of the most iconic Presidents in American history.
In the evening, I jogged along Delaware Avenue to Delaware Park, a beautiful recreational area beside a lake, sports fields, and trails through the woods. For dinner, I ordered Chile Poblanos and a Guacamole Salad from the Taqueria Ranchos Dos Mexican restaurant on Delaware Avenue.
Downtown Syracuse, NY |
Statue of Theodore Roosevelt at the Inauguration Site |
Day 2:
The swimming area at Depot Park, Lake Keuka |
Homemade Treasures in Warsaw, NY |
A pond at Otsiningo Park |
A sign with the history of Otsiningo Park |
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
A Day at Ontelaunee Park in New Tripoli, PA
By Nate Feldman
If you want a great way to enjoy scenic countryside in Pennsylvania, take a trip to Ontelaunee Park in the small town of New Tripoli, located in the northwestern part of Lehigh county. When you get there, you should do many different things. First, after you park your car in the parking lot, go up the hill to the soccer field. You can play there with friends or family. Below the hill, there is a playground with a swing set, seesaws, and a jungle gym. After that, take a walk around the park. There is a 1.1 mile trail that loops around the area. Go to the covered bridge above the creek and begin your walk. The trail goes through a wooded area and past the Ontelaunee Creek. Also, there is a dog park. If you have a dog, you should bring it there to play with other people's dogs. In addition to its natural scenery, Ontelaunee Park has a lot of events throughout the year, such as the Pioneer Apple Fest and the Native American Intertribal Pow Wow. So, if you are traveling in the Lehigh Valley, make sure you stop by Ontelaunee Park and have a wonderful time.
Tuesday, May 28, 2024
A Day at William B. Umstead Park
By Nate Feldman
If you are ever visiting Raleigh, North Carolina, or anywhere in the research triangle area (Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill), William B. Umstead Park is a great way to enjoy local nature. There are many great things to do there. Walk along its many trails. There are different paths that go throughout the heavily wooded park. The foliage is very dense, so you will not believe you are anywhere near a city. Also, have breakfast, lunch, or dinner at one of the park's many picnic shelters. There is a lake in the middle of the park, so you should rent a boat. If you want to learn about the history of the area, you should go to the visitor's center. It gives information about the park and the entire area. Finally, spend the night at the park. You can rent a cabin for the night and stay there with family. So, if you are in North Carolina, make sure to stop and visit William B. Umstead Park for a day. It is a great way to enjoy the beautiful scenery the state has to offer.
Lehigh Valley Adventures: The Moravian Historical Society Arts & Crafts Festival
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