New Hope Start on Main Street, a riverfront enclave of arts, culture, entertainment, and queer-friendly shops with eccentric charm. The scenic Delaware Canal sets the backdrop for longstanding landmarks like Bucks County Playhouse , a historic gristmill saved from demolition in the 1930s by a group of artists. Hailed as one of the top regional theaters on the East Coast by "The Wall Street Journal," the stage draws notable Broadway and Hollywood talent. Just across the way, Night Bird Vintage has been a New Hope fixture for over 30 years. This retro treasure trove tempts thrifters with leather and fringe, disco-era looks, Western wear, and even the occasional designer label. The food scene is just as tempting. Sample a little bit of everything at New Hope Ferry Market — a multitude of vendors serving global dishes like Peruvian empanadas and rich curries, alongside handmade truffles and a wine bar. Or linger at Karla’s Restaurant & Bar , a European-inspired cafe known for mixing up mean cocktails and serving Sunday brunch hits like mac and cheese topped with crispy fried chicken. Cap it off with a Main Street stroll sprinkled with art galleries, gift shops, and more funky vintage finds. Here & Now Brewing Company, Honesdale Honesdale Get lost in the beauty of the Pocono Mountains in Honesdale, a charming borough with 19th-century factories, international cuisine, and eclectic shops. Step into Dyberry Mercantile , where nostalgic toys, retro candy, vintage vinyl, and local ephemera transport you back in time. Craving bold flavors? Explore Main Street’s global eateries. Grab a steaming bowl of pho or a Five Spice Chicken rice bowl at Bà & Me , a local go-to for authentic Vietnamese food. Or wet your whistle at Here & Now Brewing Company , a woman-owned brewery serving house-made beers, fun snacks like brown-butter popcorn, and creative pizzas with local ingredients. A few doors down, curl up with a book and Fable, the shop cat, at Known Grove Books & More , a cozy indie bookstore with new, used, and collectible reads. Before you leave Honesdale, hop aboard a vintage rail coach with The Stourbridge Line Train Excursions for a scenic ride through the Northern Poconos (or one of their foodie tasting adventures). Midtown Scholar Bookstore & Café, Harrisburg Harrisburg: Midtown Midtown Harrisburg hums with creative energy, where tree-lined streets, colorful murals, and a vibrant mix of markets and galleries set the scene for a perfect detour. Start at Broad Street Market , America’s oldest continuously operating market house. Wander the aisles of vendors and soak up the colors, scents, and flavors — cut flowers, fresh produce, and steaming bowls of Vietnamese noodles and Haitian specialties. Follow the glow of a blue neon marquee to Midtown Scholar Bookstore & Café , where any bookworm can pass hours among 200,000-plus volumes tucked inside a former 1920s theater. Grab a coffee and feed your curiosity. Just steps away, the Susquehanna Art Museum fills a converted bank with rotating exhibits by regional and national artists. Find more creative spark at Millworks where you can sip on crisp, local beers, dine in the open-air courtyard, and watch artists at work in their studios. Prefer a glass of vino? Settle into Note Bistro & Winebar for European-inspired small plates in an elegant Victorian home. Leave room for at least one more detour: Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center , where live music, poetry nights, and trivia keep the creative energy flowing late into the night. visitpa.com DISCOVER NEPA; MIDTOWN SCHOLAR BOOKSTORE 51
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