Calling All Thomas Fans!

Morris Arboretum Garden Railway

As GAP readers will know, the Morris Arboretum is a big favorite of my family, and we’ve been to see the Garden Railway many times this summer.  Next weekend, 14^th to 15th August, will see the railway transformed for Thomas fans for the last time this summer.  The Railway is free with regular admission ($14 per adult), and those under 3 are FREE. See their website for further details on admission prices, memberships and hours: 

http://www.business-services.upenn.edu/arboretum/index.shtml 

Worth the Drive: A Day Out with Thomas!  Strasburg Railroad

For a Day out with Thomas, visit the Strasburg Railroad, September 11-19 or  November 19-21. Strasburg Railroad is near Lanaster, PA... a 90 minute drive from the GAP area.  Ride a train pulled by Thomas the Tank Engine, see a full-sized operating steam locomotive, and meet Sir Topham Hatt!

Day Out With Thomas is a family event that offers children and their grownups the opportunity to ride with classic storybook friend Thomas the Tank Engine. Parents, grandparents and siblings join their aspiring engineers in the fun. The Day Out With Thomas experience will engineer miles of smiles for the whole family and introduce a new generation to the timeless excitement of railroading.

A ticket for Day Out With Thomas includes the train ride with Thomas the Tank Engine, as well as a variety of Thomas & Friends themed entertainment, including Storytelling and Video Viewing, Temporary Tattoos of Island of Sodor friends, an Imagination Station and more. 

Day Out With Thomas Train rides depart every half hour during the times below:

M-F: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
SAT: 9 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
SUN: 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

• September 11 — 9:15 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.
• September 12 — 9:45 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.
• September 13 - 17 — 10:15 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.
• September 18 — 9:15 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.
• September 19 — 9:45 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.

Ticket prices are $18.00 for ages 2 and up, or combo tickets are $25.00 (includes one ride behind Thomas and one Coach ride aboard the Strasburg Rail Road). Advance purchase is highly recommended. The Thomas train ride is approximately 22 minutes in length. For more information go to: Strasburg Railroad Website