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Free Museums, Reading, The Snow Queen, Barre Class and more!—Fun Things to Do THIS Weekend

5 Fun Things To Do This Weekend in Lancaster County, PA on a budget!

Charter Day: Free Entry into State Museums

WHAT: The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC) invites Pennsylvania residents and visitors to celebrate the commonwealth’s birthday on Charter Day, Sunday, March 10, with FREE admission to many historic sites and museums along the Pennsylvania Trails of History. Charter Day celebrates the founding of Pennsylvania.

WHEN: March 10, 2019

WHERE: Click here for a complete list of places 


Manheim Township Highschool Planitarium Open House

WHAT: FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC- MTHS Planetarium open house hosted by Manheim Township Astronomy Club. We will be showing the spring celestial wonders holding a question answer session.

WHEN: March 9 from 3pm – 5pm

WHERE: Manheim Township High School School Rd, Lancaster, Pennsylvania 17601


Circus Family Fun Day: The Snow Queen

WHAT: Come visit the The Circus School of Lancaster dursing their monthly Circus Family Fun event with special appearances The Snow Queen. Stay and play with ‘The Snow Queen’ courtesy of Meadow Perry Performance and Art. Complimentary face/body painting will also be available, for those who would like a fun and festive design.

WHEN: March 9 from 2pm – 3:30pm

WHERE: The Circus School of Lancaster, 411 West King Street, Lancaster, PA 17603


Reading on the Rails – Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania

WHAT: You’re right on track for amazing stories from very special guests throughout the day at the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania. Kids: Pick up your very own cardboard suitcase and use it to travel from story to story! Collect a sticker after each story and create your own suitcase design with stickers, crayons, sparkles and other trimmings. You’ll receive a little gift to put inside your suitcase (while supplies last)! 

WHEN: March 9, 2019 from 9am – 4:30pm

WHERE: Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania, 300 Gap Road, PA Route 741, Strasburg, Lancaster County, PA 17579


Free Family Barre Class – CoreLife Eatery

WHAT: Join us for a BARRE CONNECT class, with Spooky Nook instructors Michelle Zachery and Temi Oluwafemi. This is a multi-level Barre class that includes four components, including Dance Technique, Yoga Postures, Functional Exercises, and Cardiovascular Training, which together creates a FUN, total body workout for every age. Class is practiced barefoot for a safer grip on the mat. (Please bring your own mats.)

WHEN: March 9 from 10am – 11an

WHERE: CoreLife Eatery, 1581 Fruitville Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601

Don’t Forget!!! Next weekend is St. Patricks’ Day!

Here are some posts to get you excited:

  • 5 Fun Family Things to Do in Lancaster County on St. Patricks Day
  • How to Have A Memorable Family Meal on St. Patrick’s Day

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I am a life long learner, I LOVE to learn especially through experience. I also LOVE to bring along others in the many adventures I tend to have. I am so excited and honored to join Frugal Lancaster with the hope of connecting you to fun and educational experiences that will strengthen your family and provide you with wonderful memories for years to come. Let the adventures begin!

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