If you're spending the weekend, you may be wondering what there is to do. As any Eastonian will tell you, there is plenty to keep you entertained. Here is a list of the highlights. All but the Brewfest and wineries are within walking distance of downtown. The one event not to miss is the cocktail gathering for absolutely everyone 4:30PM-6:16PM. Click on "Read More" for the list and an interactive map
An interactive map of all these locations here: http://www.weddingmapper.com/easton/pa/visit/0ccyak
Breakfast
Quadrant Book Mart: slow, quirky, but it's good food in the owners' home and used books store. One block from Centre Square. 20 N Third St. (610) 252-1188 (Open Sunday)
Coffee Exchange: Fair Trade coffee and bagels, newspapers and local gossip. Half block from Centre Square. 321 Northampton St. 610-253-9339
Green Harvest Food Emporium: This eco-friendly gourmet deli serves local and homemade foods. Next to other retail shops in the Eastonian hotel. 140 Northampton St. 610.252.6360 (Closed Sunday)
Cafe Verde: Stroll across the green bridge and take a right, walk a few yards up the hill to this home-style restaurant that never fails. See this link. 60 South Main Street, Philipsburg, NJ. 908-454-7477
Third Street Cafe: Saturday brunch served. 117 North 3rd Street. 610-515-1818
Farmers' Market in Centre Square 9:00AM-1:00PM Established 1752, now America's long running farmers' market. Really.
Yoga: 8:00AM, 9:00AM, 9:45AM classes. See schedule.
Start your morning right in this calming space. $15/class, $1/mat rental. 525 Northampton St. 610-923-7522. Or book a massage. You won't be believe the rates!
Vintage shopping at Phyl's Theatre Vue Antiques, across from the State Theatre.
Tell Phyllis, Cristina says hi! She and Larry will take good care of you. 466 Northampton St. 610-252-7500
Modern shopping at Mercantile Home, next to Easton Yoga.
Guitar atelier
Tour a master's workshop in his renovated 19th Century carriage house. A real treasure. Finocchio Guitar. Frank should be there, best to call to confirm: 610 258 5154, 20 South Maple St. Short walking distance from Centre Square.
National Canal Museum: 9:30AM-5:00PM
Geared towards families and those interested in early Americana. 30 Centre Square, 3rd Floor. 610-559-6613. $9.50 admission includes entry to the neighboring Crayola Factory.
Crayola Factory: 9:30AM-5:00PM
This is not the real manufacturing plant. It’s a colorful and interesting visitor center that allows children of all ages to unleash their creative spirit. Or just come smell the crayons for nostalgia's sake. No admission fee for the store. 30 Centre Square. (610) 515-8000
Purple Cow Creamery: 12:00PM-5:00PM
Home made ice cream one block from Crayola and the Canal Museum. Undo the good you did at yoga or take a break from exploring. Yummy. 15 South Bank St. 610-252-5544
The Carmelcorn Shop: 9:30PM-4:00PM
Homemade caramel popcorn, chocolates, fudge, and candies since 1931. Next to Valenca. 62 Centre Square. 610-253-6461. Link
Lehigh Valley Brewfest: 12:00PM-6:00PM
Bigger and Better! 6th Annual Lehigh Valley Brewfest; 30+ microbreweries, food and live music at Hugh Moore Park in Easton, PA, on an island in the middle of the Delaware River!! Connoisseur tasting from noon-1:30, general session from 2-6. Must be 21 and show valid ID. Benefits Equilibrium's Therapeutic Riding Programs. $30 pre-event; 35 at gate; $5 designated driver. 5 minute drive from downtown. For more info visit http://www.blogger.com/www.lvbrewfest.org
Area wineries, if the grape is more your thing. Please see this link for details.
By appointment only: Let Paula massage your knots away at Easton Alternative Therapies, around the corner from us in the historic Bachmann Publick House. 167 Northampton. 610-252-3534
Cocktails: 4:30PM-6:15PM
Friends and Family Cocktails at the Eastonian Hotel. Please ask for the Liebgold's suite.
Family dinner: 6:30PM-?
Family dinner at Valenca Restaurant's cellar in Centre Square.
Piano performance: 8:00PM
Allison Brewster-Franzetti, piano
Multiple Grammy Nominated Pianist Allison Brewster-Franzetti returns to Noble Art Pianos for this special engagement. This evening's performance includes works by Ravel and Piazzolla. Reserve your [free] seats by calling 610.285.8188. 226 Bushkill Street. Three blocks from Centre Square. http://nobleartpianos.com/events.php
Jazz at the Lafayette Bar: 8:00PM
Usually just a well worn spot to hang back with a bottleneck and a masterful mix off the owner's music library. During Easton's "first weekends", the Lafayette Bar is one of many venues showcasing artists, exhibits and live music. 15 N Fourth Street (not in, but next to the Lafayette Hotel), 610.252.0711. This weekend, Tunsei [Ton-zai] collared these fellows together for a mid-month special:
Sean Gough - Keyboard
Gene Perla - Bass
Josh Brown - Drums
Bobby Kapp - Vocals
Mario Castro - Saxophone
Live music at Porter's Pub: 10:00PM
Only Living Boy - acoustic rock, tends to fill the room. Reservations recommended for dinner that night. Kitchen closes 10pm. Best by car or taxi since it's up the hill. 700 Northampton St. 610-250-6561. Link
Sweet dreams! Joy, food and dancing the next day, so get some rest.
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