Susquehanna Stories
Shank’s Mare’s Dining & Learning programs feature guest speakers offering a range of subjects mostly geared to the Susquehanna River’s ecological features, historic places, and the interesting people who have made their homes here for centuries. The programs begin with a delicious dinner in The Rookery, followed by the presentation during dessert and coffee. Reserve a table for friends or family, or come on your own. There’s always something interesting to hear during our Dining and Learning series as we unfold
the wealth of Susquehanna Stories.
All programs require Pre-Registration and Pre-Payment. Please call 717-252-1616 to make reservations.
Susquehanna Native American Rock Art
Featuring Paul Nevin
Friday, March 30, 2012, 6pm
Welcome Paul Nevin as he presents his program on the Native
American Rock Art located on LakeAldred of the Susquehanna.
Paul has spent over 20 years studying these ancient rock
drawings. He’ll have slides and lots of stories about the Native
Americans who left this history and delve into the spiritual
meaning of the art. To further your adventures, join us on our
Native American Rock Art Paddle Tour as Paul co-leads our
summer paddle tours to view several of the actual rocks located
in the river.
Fee – Includes Dinner & Speaker– Members $36/Person,
Non-Members $40/Person
Dinner with Ghosts
Featuring Jan Klinedinst, Tom Arnold, & Tom Shirey
Friday, April 13, 2012, 6:00pm
Back by popular demand, the paranormal research team of Jan
Klinedinst, Tom Shirey, and Tom Arnold has been investigating,
researching, and documenting Shank’s Mare’s 1880’s building and
has captured some amazing discoveries. Dine in The Rookery
(among paranormal guests?) and then enjoy a program featuring
evidence captured during their investigations in Shank’s Mare’s
Susquehanna House, a historic downtown hotel, and other
locations plus some new evidence recently documented..
This includes paranormal video, EVP sound clips of captured
ghost’s voices, and photographs of spirit phenomena. You will
learn about the investigation techniques and equipment used in
the process. Then, participate in vivid discussions about spirit writing, orbs,
cold spots, tactile sensations and more. It is sure to be a unique evening with Jan, Tom
and Tom “In the Midst of Ghosts”.
Fee – Includes Dinner & Speakers – Members $41/Person, Non-Members $46/Person.
The 1801 Mapping of the Wild & Raging Susquehanna
Featuring June Lloyd
Friday, April 20, 2012, 6pm
Local historian and archivist June Lloyd will introduce us to the
amazing Benjamin Henry Latrobe. While he is best know as
one of the fathers of American architecture, his work surveying
the Lower Susquehanna in 1801 has more impact on area
residents today. Latrobe described the Turkey Hill rapids or
falls as “most formidable”. June will tell us about the trials and
tribulations of this daunting job of mapping the steep banks and
rocky spillways of the Susquehanna before the building of the
dams that now form LakeClarke, LakeAldred and Conowingo
Pond. June will treat us to pictures of the early maps and a
variety of information from the York County Historical Trust archives.
Fee – Includes Dinner & Speaker – Members $36/Person, Non-Members $40/Person
The Turkey Hill Rapids are pictured in this reporoduction of Latrobe’s 1801 map courtesy of the York County Heritage Trust.
Enjoy a delicious dinner in The Rookery
as you learn about Susquehanna Stories.
Native American Rock Art is depicted on Big Indian Rock located on the Susquehanna River.
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Email us: Shanksmare@comcast.net
Call Us: 717-252-1616
Free program to learn about creek & river snorkeling May 16 - see “Kayak Tours” under “Activities”
Friday Night Unwind schedule posted plus our new Sights & Sounds Paddle Tour before the music - see “Outdoor Concerts” under “Activities”
2012 Kid’s Camp registration now open.
Susquehanna Gateway Heritage Area River Experience fundraiser June 1, 2012. Buy tickets at
SHANK’S MARE
MAY HOURS
Monday
thru Friday
10:00am-8:00pm
Saturday
10:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday
Noon - 4:00pm
Phone: 717-252-1616
Email:
shanksmare@comcast.net
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