Author: Mary Sue Wolf

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We love our city! I’ve lived here for over 30 years and am still constantly discovering new things to do in the area. 

Did you catch our 1st part of our Lancaster Bucket List? If not, check that article out next for more fun local activities!

Here are 5 things we recommend in the Lancaster area, that might be out of your “norm”:

1. Taste delicious hand-rolled soft pretzels at Immergut in Intercourse

1. …Then go to Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery in Lititz and see which you like more!

1. Visit Wheatland – the home of our 15th President, James Buchanan

1. Bike along the river at the Northwest River Trail (Marietta-Bainbridge)

1. Grab a drink and take in the panoramic views at the Exchange – located on the roof of the Marriott

Stay tuned for a list of more fun bucket list items in our area! Did we miss something? What’s your favorite store or activity in Lancaster County? Let us know in the comments or email us at wolfdenrealtor@gmail.com!

Searching for your perfect home in Lancaster? If you are curious about homes that are currently on the market, our website is a great spot to start your search!

Rather than our typical blog post highlighting small businesses or local activities, this post will share a bulleted list we call the Lancaster Bucket List. Each line will give you ideas of what you can do in our area this weekend, today, or in a month – whenever you want to try it! Or, remind you of your favorite Lancaster place/thing that you just haven’t thought about in awhile. Either way, we hope you add a few of these to your “bucket list” and try something new!

1. WATCH THE SUNSET AT CHIQUES ROCK

1. CHECK OUT MIDDLE CREEK (ESPECIALLY FOR THE SNOW GEESE)

1. VISIT ROCKFORD PLANTATION

1. SHOP SMALL AND SUPPORT MANDROS IN LANCASTER CITY FOR GREEK OLIVES AND CHEESE

1. TAKE IN A SHOW AT ZOETROPOLIS 

1. CHECK OUT THE VIEW OF SUSQUEHANNA FROM THE PINNACLE

1. VISIT THE RAILROAD MUSEUM IN STRASBURG

1. CURE YOUR SWEET TOOTH AT CANDYOLOGY IN LITITZ

Stay tuned for a list of more fun bucket list items in our area! Did we miss something? What’s your favorite store or activity in Lancaster County? Let us know in the comments or email us at wolfdenrealtor@gmail.com!

Searching for your perfect home in Lancaster? If you are curious about homes that are currently on the market, our website is a great spot to start your search!

Have you ever been to the Four Seasons Golf Club in Landisville? While its a great place to hit the range and play a round of golf, it’s also a great place to go to check out their newest addition: Blue Collar Restaurant and Bar!

After a major renovation to a banquet room, Blue Collar opened its doors to the community less than one year ago, offering a delicious and eclectic menu that you need to give a try. The menu features anything from steak to salads to cheesesteaks and burgers and nachos. If you want to be transported to a tropical climate, try their poke and acai bowls! Or try one of their infamous spicy tuna sushi tots. How delicious does that sound?!? 

Aside from the menu, the ambiance is another reason to visit Blue Collar. It offers 170 seats with gorgeous panoramic views of the golf course. You can pick from a seat at the U-shaped bar, a booth, or a table.

Speaking of their bar, look how gorgeous it turned out! They have several beers on tap – anything from nationally recognized names to local brews too.

The inside is bright and overflowing with natural light. Imagine eating dinner there and overlooking the golf course when the sun starts to set later – what a way to wind down at the end of a day!

The idea of Blue Collar was created during March 2020 – a Covid opportunity. The two owners came together and found the perfect venue at the Four Seasons. They have plans to expand and open a cafe later this spring onsite. We highly recommend trying this hidden gem out – it has nothing but rave reviews and we know you will love it too. 

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We are now a full month into the New Year! How are your New Year’s Resolutions holding up? It’s no surprise that the #1 New Year’s resolution is to eat a better diet. 

This is a goal my family and I are trying to incorporate more of…but you know what? Some days you are just craving a delicious donut! Trying to eat a healthier diet means that we make sure our “cheat” days count. That means if we are going to eat a donut, we won’t just grab a box from the grocery store or the Dunkin drive thru – we will go directly to the best donuts in Lancaster… Beiler’s Doughnuts!

Beiler’s Doughnuts began over 30 years ago at their first location at Reading Terminal Market in Philly. They brought the deliciousness of Amish baking all the way from Lancaster to Philadelphia. Over the past 30 years, the company has grown such a following that they were able to expand to additional locations in Philly, as well as Lancaster. The Lancaster location is at 398 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA – by Lancaster Barnstormers Stadium. You can also order them on Grubhub, Caviar, and UberEats.

The instant you walk through the doors, I promise your mouth will start watering! The smell is sweet, and the cases are filled with a huge assortment of fresh donuts.  Their donuts are made fresh daily, using a generations-old family recipe that is responsible for making them the best donuts in PA (at least we think so…and I bet you will too)!

You can pick from over 40 flavors of donuts…they offer the classics but also unique combinations, like the Dutch Crumb and Key Lime donuts. If you can’t decide, we suggest the Maple Bacon, Apple Fritters, and the traditional Creme Filled Powdered. They are the perfect combination of fluffy, sweet and creamy. Check out their menu here.

Whether it’s your cheat day or not, go ahead and try Beiler’s Doughnuts…I dare you to just get one! 

How do we know all of these great Lancaster Local Secrets? We are local real estate agents and residents of Lancaster for more than 30 years!

For more information on the wonderful homes in Lancaster County, call Mary Sue at 717-333-9653 (WOLF) or visit our real estate website at www.WolfandWebb.com.

No home is too big or too small for our team. We can’t wait to hear from you!

Central Market is undoubtedly a gem of Lancaster. And now…it’s “sister” market is opening down the street – Southern Market! The grand opening is January 27, 2022. You won’t want to miss it!!

Originally a 19th century landmark, the Southern Market has been transformed into a multicultural food market and community hub. Located at the corner of Queen and Vine Street, Southern Market is taking downtown Lancaster by storm! It is expected to become one of Lancaster’s most popular food destinations for anything from local food to international fare. It is one of two projects that Willow Valley Communities is spearheading in downtown Lancaster. 

What makes Southern Market differ from other markets is that it has a large, designated seating area. This is the perfect place to grab lunch with a friend or coworker while downtown, or stop, sit, and sip a coffee while reading our blog (!). 

The idea behind Southern Market is to give young food businesses a strong start and introduction to the community. They will each have a stand, where they will be headquartered for 16-20 months, and then they will move on to hopefully own their own storefront or catering business. 

The list of talented and diverse restaurateurs includes:

• 4 E’s Latin Cuisine – this offers rich, vibrant flavors of the Dominican Republic
• Made by Lolo – delicious mini meals and creative tapas

• Savoy Truffle Cakes – decadent desserts and special treats
• Butter and Bean – coffee, espressos, and yummy pastries

• Flavors of Morocco – authentic Moroccan cuisine with an Indian flair
• Pho Life – variety of Vietnamese meals

• X Marks the Spot – Southern soul food with a modern twist
• Laylai el Shem – Middle Eastern food with deep, vivid flavors

In addition to these impressive stands will be Pizzeria 211 and Bar 1888. These two will have a permanent location within the Market. 

Along with the multicultural food offerings, Southern Market also includes offices, meeting rooms, and public spaces for the community. Need a break from working at home? You can rent out a room and work from Southern Market! 

Hours: 

Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday 12 noon – 9 PM

Friday, Saturday 12 noon – 10 PM

*it is expected that hours of operation will increase. 

We cannot wait to support Southern Market and see how it brings life back to a historical building, and energy to the city. 

How do we know all of these great Lancaster Local Secrets? We are local real estate agents and residents of Lancaster for more than 30 years!

For more information on the wonderful homes in Lancaster County, call Mary Sue at 717-333-9653 (WOLF) or visit our real estate website at www.WolfandWebb.com.

No home is too big or too small for our team. We can’t wait to hear from you!

Searching for your perfect home in Lancaster? If you are curious about homes that are currently on the market, our website is a great spot to start your search!

The temps are dropping – winter is officially in full swing! Winter is a great time to hibernate and stay inside by a cozy fire. Here is a fun list of local activities that make facing the cold winter worth it! 

Iron Valley Tubing

This is a golf course in the summer, and snow tubing in the winter. The tracks are over 900 feet long and so much fun! Even my grown children make an effort to go each winter. It’s open Thursday-Sunday and tickets are available to purchase online. 

Fire and Ice Fest

A winter must is the Lititz Fire and Ice Festival. It is a free event, and this year it will run from February 18-27. The first Friday night of the festival is marked with a live ice carving demonstration, and throughout the entire fest you can find about 75 ice sculptures around downtown Lititz. Enjoy the live music, too!!

Snow geese migration

WOW – we just discovered how magical this is a few years ago! Between late February to early March, the lake at Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area will fill up with 50,000 to 70,000 beautiful snow geese and tundra swans. The birds surround the 400-acre lake and rest during their migration back north. But hurry, because they only come for that specific week! While at Middle Creek, you can also take advantage of the beautiful walking trails – the best part is that since it’s winter, you’ll find fewer bugs and no crowds!

How do we know all of these great Lancaster Local Secrets? We are local real estate agents and residents of Lancaster for more than 30 years!

For more information on the wonderful homes in Lancaster County,
call Mary Sue at 717-333-9653 (WOLF) or visit our real estate website at www.WolfandWebb.com.

No home is too big or too small for our team. We can’t wait to hear from you!

Searching for your perfect home in Lancaster? If you are curious about homes that are currently on the market, our website is a great spot to start your search!

If you have spent any amount of time in Lancaster, I’m sure you have heard about the New Year’s Day tradition of eating pork and sauerkraut. Most of the country eats black-eyed peas for good luck. When I moved here from New Jersey after getting married, I was a little puzzled about this tradition, but it’s one I’ve grown accustomed to and now love to feast on every January 1^st. It stems from a German tradition which states that this meal brings good luck in the upcoming year … and hey, I will take anything that brings good luck!

Whether you will be spending your New Year’s Eve outside or huddled at home, here is a list of fun Lancaster County events and traditions that you might want to partake in!

You know how the infamous ball drops in NYC? Well, Lancaster doesn’t drop a ball, but towns in the county (and surrounding areas) do drop a few quirky things:

• AKRON, PA: PURPLE-AND-GOLD SHOE, TO COMMEMORATE THE SHOE FACTORIES THAT ONCE STOOD HERE

• EAST PETERSBURG: A LARGE “HADYN’S JUG” IS DROPPED
• ELIZABETHTOWN: A GIANT M&M, WHICH CHANGED TO A DOVE BAR IN 2012. BOTH DOVE AND M&MS ARE MANUFACTURED HERE
• LANCASTER DOWNTOWN: A RED ROSE IS DROPPED

• HARRISBURG: A STRAWBERRY
• HERSHEY: A HERSHEY KISS
• LEBANON: A 100 POUND STICK OF BOLOGNA

• LITITZ: A MORAVIAN STAR IS RAISED
• MANHEIM: A BALL IS RAISED
• YORK: A WHITE ROSE
• STRASBURG: PING PONG BALLS

Did you know each city had these fun NYE traditions?! If you had to pick, which would you like to attend?

How do we know all of these great Lancaster Local Secrets? We are local real estate agents and residents of Lancaster for more than 30 years!

For more information on the wonderful homes in Lancaster County,
call Mary Sue at 717-333-9653 (WOLF) or visit our real estate website at www.WolfandWebb.com.

No home is too big or too small for our team. We can’t wait to hear from you!

Searching for your perfect home in Lancaster? If you are curious about homes that are currently on the market, our website is a great spot to start your search!

Like many others, one of our family favorite traditions is driving around and admiring Christmas lights! We put on Christmas pajamas, heat up our hot cocoa, and jump in the car (which needs to be blaring Christmas carols) and drive around the area in search of the biggest and brightest light display. Sometimes we will pay to drive through professionally done displays, but honestly, we love driving through different neighborhoods and seeing their Christmas lights too!

Neighborhood Displays

Over the years we have discovered countless amazing light displays. But the hard part can be trying to remember where all those amazing displays were from years prior!

Since we’re all friends around here, we want to share this amazing website with you…  The Original Christmas Light Finder is a website that has you enter your zip code, and it populates the best and biggest Christmas lights and holiday displays in your area. No more driving around aimlessly looking for light shows!

Insider tip: Head over to 6429 Fairfax Circle, East Petersburg for the most unforgettable – and bright – display! This is a great place to start!

Christmas Spirit Light Show

Returning to Clipper Magazine Stadium in downtown Lancaster is the Christmas Spirit Light Show – you won’t want to miss this stop. Not only will the lights fascinate you, but also you can enjoy the show from the comfort (and warmth) of your own car! Driving through the mile-long track, you’ll be surrounded by thousands of flashing colored lights. One of the best parts? They’re in sync with everyone’s favorite Christmas songs! Just tune into their radio station and get ready to be amazed.

Christmas Light Drive-Thru

Taking place at Stone Gables Estate, this 3-mile drive-thru includes a display of over 600,000 LED lights. The experience also features new storyboards, such as the 12 Days of Christmas and three new light displays with a light motion train, wreaths, 18-foot trees and more. There’s plenty of other activities as well, such as the Harrisburg, Lincoln & Lancaster Railroad steam train decorated for the holidays and the Star Barn Village, Herr’s Mill Covered Bridge, and other structures covered in lights.

Here’s an insider’s tip: if you go on a Friday or Saturday, you might get a visit from Santa and his elves and animals!

While you’re visiting neighborhoods for their light display or on your way to a light show, remember to keep Wolf and Webb in mind, especially if you’re in the market for a new home and see something you like. As the top Realtors in Lancaster, PA and the surrounding areas, we’ll help you find the house of your dreams just in time for the perfect Christmas present!

Searching for your perfect home in Lancaster? If you are curious about homes that are currently on the market, our website is a great spot to start your search!

Happy Holidays!!! We have two full weekends before Christmas – WHAT?! If there are holiday activities you still want to do, now is the time to make a plan and make it happen!

We like to squeeze the most out of the holiday season! It’s the best time of year!!!

If you are looking for a list of the best holiday activities in Lancaster, PA, you have come to the right place… read below for the 10 BEST HOLIDAY ADVENTURES IN LANCASTER.

• Give back! Water Street Ministeries is always appreciative of volunteers this time of year. many homeless men, women, and children will be spending their Christmas at Water Street Mission. Help spread the Christmas cheer when you gift someone at the Mission with a gift off of their wish list. Visit www.wsm.org/volunteer to learn how to give a gift to someone in need this holiday season.
• Cut your own Christmas tree – Elizabeth Farms is the best place to do it! Horse drawn carriages and cocoa included!

• Santa in the City – Santa will be flying in from the North Pole on December 10-11 & 17-18 to travel through the neighborhoods of Lancaster City, with the help of the city’s fire and police department. Visit lanc.news/santainthecity for Santa’s route and times!
• Christmas at the sweetest place on Earth – Hersheypark! Christmas Candylane has over 5 million lights and all your favorite rides and coasters. You have to make a stop at Harvest, located at the Hotel Hershey, for dinner and dessert!

• Have a little one? Take them to Lancaster Cupcake to hear a holiday story and decorate their own themed cupcake! Sign up ahead of time on their website.

• Lancaster Central Market – we love it hear any time of the year, but it is extra magical at Christmas! All of the local vendors and Christmas cheer make it easy to say you need to go!

• Kitchen Kettle Christmas – enjoy the flavors of Kitchen Kettle with the Holiday Flavors Tasting Tour! This runs through December 17. Food lovers of all ages will love their samples and bites of history about the Village.

• Lancaster Shops Late – each year there is a night where retailers are encourages to stay open late for Christmas shoppers. This year it is on December 9^th. Go for the shopping or go for a few of the warm beverages and treats offered at select locations.
• Perhaps the most Lancaster thing on the list – Santa and Goats. Grab the change to take pictures with Santa and his “elves” on December 11^th.  There will also be hot cocoa and the chance to play on the farm. It is free and open to the public!

• Visit the Fulton Theater – wow!!! This is an annual tradition in our family. The Fulton always puts on an amazing show! This season’s show is Cinderella. We can’t wait to see it in a few weeks!

Of course, another favorite thing is driving around and looking at holiday lights. Stay tuned for next week’s post highlighting the best Christmas light displays in our area!

It’s undoubtedly the busiest time of year. Remembering to pause and spend time with loved ones if one of the best things you will do for yourself this month. Even if you do one (or none) of the things listed above, the best item on this list is to take time for yourself to enjoy the season and all its hustle and bustle!

How do we know all of these great Lancaster Local Secrets? We are local real estate agents and residents of Lancaster for more than 30 years!

For more information on the wonderful homes in Lancaster County,
call Mary Sue at 717-333-9653 (WOLF) or visit our real estate website at www.WolfandWebb.com.

No home is too big or too small for our team. We can’t wait to hear from you!