3rd Annual Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees Pinstripes Golf Classic Benefitting the Susan G. Komen for the Cure NEPA Affiliate

Boomer & Champ showing us how to putt.

Woodloch Resort is excited to announce the 3rd Annual Pinstripes Golf Classic. Held, once again, at the Country Club at Woodloch Springs. The event will take place Wednesday June 16th, 2010 with a 12:00PM shotgun start. The annual tournament established itself last year at Woodloch Resort with an enthusiastically received, SOLD OUT, tournament. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Northeastern PA Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, combining the powerful resources of two Northeastern PA companies to benefit our families, friends and neighbors.

Joe Pignatano & Shelley Duncan

The tournament features an 18-hole scramble format comprised of an amateur foursome plus one player/coach from the SWB Yankees through each hole. The event will kick off with lunch at the Clubhouse at Woodloch Springs and conclude with dinner. There will be awards and prizes, Yankees memorabilia and a chance to mingle with popular SWB Yankees on and off the course. The cost for each
player is $250.00 or $1000.00 for a full foursome and many valuable sponsorship opportunities. Woodloch is a four-season resort, multifunctional meeting facility and home to a nationally recognized, championship golf course. Nestled in the picturesque Pocono Mountains Lake Region of Northeast Pennsylvania, Woodloch is a convenient and scenic drive from the NY Metro Area. Owned and operated by the Kiesendahl Family, since 1958, Woodloch celebrates over fifty-years of excellence and a tradition of warm hospitality, the award-winning resort is an oasis of recreation and relaxation for all ages. In addition to the family-style setting of the resort, Woodloch hosts a wide range of corporate and group functions including many Fortune 500 companies. The Country Club at Woodloch Springs is nationally recognized by GOLF Magazine as "One of the Finest Courses in America" and rated “4.5 Stars” by Golf Digest’s Best Places to Play. The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees are the Triple-A affiliate of the World Series Champion, New York Yankees. The SWB Yankees boast 30 of their players were an invaluable part to New York’s championship. The Yankees season starts April 8th at home as they battle the Buffalo Bison (7:05pm PNC Field). More information on the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees can be found at www.SWBYankees.com or by calling 570.969.2255.

For more information on the tournament or about Woodloch Resort & Meeting Facility contact Denise Dougherty at denise.dougherty@woodloch.com, 570.685.8075 ext 2654 or visit www.woodloch.com/yankees.

Spring Awakens in Hawley - A 'locals' perspective

By: Sarah O'Fee

Spring has sprung in Northeast PA and it’s been beautiful. There is something to be said for an area that experiences the four seasons so intensely. When you change from our winter wonderland to the buds of spring our area seems to be reborn with the season.  People begin to emerge from the warmth of their homes and join in on community events and outdoor activities. Lake Wallenpaupack is beginning to fill up with fishermen to soon be followed by the watersport enthusiasts.  One of my favorite spring activities is to explore the nature hikes available at the various lakes and parks. Promised Land State Park has some great trails to explore on foot or bike, just watch out for the mayflies this time of year.

I also enjoy being able to walk leisurely through downtown Hawley, exploring the shops and taking time to visit with friends while walking in the park. One of my favorite places to eat breakfast in Hawley is the Hawley Diner which offers good food and a staff that always has a warm greeting or a friendly word for me. They also make killer French toast! On the other hand, if you’re looking for fine dining you definitely don’t want to miss the Settlers Inn, who’s seasonal menu is always delicious and innovative. The last time I ate there I had their foie gras which was delectable.  A little further outside town Woodloch Springs and Pines offers several eating establishments for a variety of tastes. My personal favorite is the Grill Room at Woodloch Springs. The attire is casual but the food is remarkable. I recommend their Bavarian Pretzel sandwich: pastrami, Swiss, spicy mustard and a pretzel roll that is a salty sensation. My dad loves their golf course which is beautiful in the spring with all of the trees budding along the greens.

While you’re at Woodloch you should check out their theme show which takes place Wednesday and Saturday nights. I always enjoy their yearly themes which include dancing, singing and Saturdays they are followed by a comedian. Last year I took my parents and my mom couldn’t stop singing along with the musical acts.

If you’re looking for things to do at night in our area Bingham Park shows movies outdoors and the Boathouse Restaurant offers live music Friday or Saturday night. I’ve spent many a night hanging with friends at the bar and having appetizers on their patio which looks out onto Lake Wallenpaupack.

I also love the spring because my birthday kicks off the season. This year my husband treated me to a massage at the Lodge at Woodloch. I was surprised to find out they also do hair appointments in addition to their lavish spa treatments. I didn’t have to stay there to participate in their treatments and I got to use the amenities of the spa for an hour before and after my treatment. Luckily my Native Stone Massage was reasonably priced because I will be going back again soon.

As any local will tell you spring is a beautiful time of year here in Northeast PA. With so much to do inside and outside the only question I have is: what should I do next?