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York County has a variety of interesting venues where you can enjoy live entertainment, from rock music to theater performances. Here are some of the greatest places for live performances in the area. DreamWrights DreamWrights in York offers camps, classes, and full-scale productions of timeless favorites for kids and adults. Future plays for 2020 include “Pippi Longstocking,” “West Side Story: School Edition,” “Shrek: The Musical,” and “Marvin's Room.”  Volunteers are welcome, and kids and adults can learn what plays are like behind the scenes. The Eichelberger Performing Arts Center This place is in Hanover, about half an hour away from York. The building is over 100 years old, and it's on the National Register of Historic Places. You can see popular comedy shows, cover bands, magic shows, ballets, and more at this interesting venue. more The Appell Center for the Performing Arts The Appell Center for the Performing Arts in York has two historic theaters: the 1,262-seat Strand Theatre and the 450-seat Capitol Theatre. They show symphonies, comedy shows, classic movies, jazz music, and more. The box office opens two hours before live performances and one hour before films. You can also get tickets in the mail or print them at home. This place is named for Louis Appell Jr., the philanthropist who started to revive the Strand and Capitol Theatres in the 1970s. The Strand and the Capitol Theatre lobbies both offer concessions, including soda, snacks, water, a full bar, and coffee. However, no outside food or drinks are allowed. The coat check room of The Strand Theatre offers assisted listening devices, and you can get a sign language interpreter with at least two weeks of notice. Coat checking is complimentary, and child booster seats are available. Parking is free at all downtown parking garages after 5 p.m. on weekdays and all day on weekends. The Stage the Page program for kindergarteners, first graders, and second graders donates a different book to local classrooms every year. Then, students are invited to see a live production of the story from the book. Classes for William Penn High School students include acting, playwriting, stage management, dance, and technical theatre. The students produce a fall and a spring musical every year. Note Bistro & Wine Bar This gourmet restaurant often hosts live shows by popular musicians. You should buy tickets early since these shows sell out often. The American Music Theatre The American Music Theatre seats 1,600 people, and it's in Lancaster, about 40 minutes away from York. It hosts more than 300 live performances per year, including shows from celebrities and original productions. The concession stand offers soda, juice, water, coffee, candy bars, tea, popcorn, and soft pretzels. You can also bring your own snacks. AMT members can get 20% off concessions, and there's a gift shop with a variety of interesting items. By enjoying a live show, you can learn more about local culture and have fun with friends or family members. You can also support local artists and find out more about live performances.   Image via Pixabay

When you buy a new vehicle, you should think about its looks, quality, and performance. You should also consider its depreciation rate. This determines how much you'll get if you decide to resell. It also impacts the amount your insurance company will pay if your vehicle is totaled in an accident. The 2020 Dodge Charger and the Jeep Wrangler both received ALG's Residual Value Awards. They're both projected to retain their value over three years better than other vehicles. Here's some more information about the most appealing features of these awesome rides. Great Performance The 2020 Charger is the fastest, most powerful mass-produced sedan in the world. It's available with a supercharged, 6.2-liter HEMI V-8 engine that goes up to 196 mph and produces 707 horsepower and 650 pound-feet of torque. The eight-speed automatic transmission makes shifting smooth and efficient, and you can add paddle shifters for the steering wheel and a sport mode. On-demand all-wheel drive and power steering with normal, sport, and comfort modes are optional as well. Choose the SRT Hellcat Widebody for suspension with auto, track, and sport modes. more The 2020 Wrangler is ideal for off-road adventures. It has plenty of ground clearance, a high air intake, sealed electrical connections, and a moisture-resistant body to make crossing creeks and streams easy. It can maneuver around obstacles on the trail, and its excellent suspension and axle articulation keeps all four wheels on the ground. You can tow up to 3,500 pounds, and the 2.0-liter turbo engine with eTorque produces 270 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. You can also choose a 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V-6 with 260 horsepower and 442 pound-feet of torque. The 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 with eTorque gives 285 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. A New Trim For 2020, the Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat will become the SRT Hellcat Widebody. This new trim has 20-inch aluminum wheels, integrated fender flares for an additional 3.5 inches of width, a black spoiler, and a scalloped hood. A Widebody version of the Scat Pack is available as well. Comfortable Interiors The 2020 Charger's luxurious interior comes with 16.5 cubic feet of trunk space, folding rear seats, a power driver's seat, keyless entry, voice recognition, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, and a 7-inch touch screen. Additional options include heated and ventilated leather seats, a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, remote start, a universal garage door opener, dual-zone climate control, and a Wi-Fi hotspot. The 2020 Wrangler's interior looks rugged, but it's comfortable and versatile. There's a removable cargo floor, an eight-speaker sound system, voice recognition, removable rear windows, cruise control, buttons on the steering wheel, and folding rear seats. It's available with two or four doors, and you can add heated and ventilated leather seats, speed-sensitive volume control, and dual-zone climate control. For more information about the 2020 Dodge Charger or Jeep Wrangler, visit Thornton Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. We offer an extensive inventory, and we can help you find the best vehicle for your needs.   Images via jeep.com and dodge.com

York County, Pennsylvania, offers a variety of exciting, fun activities. You also won't have to go far to relax and indulge in some peaceful pampering. Here are some excellent spas in the area where you can renew your mind and body. 1. The Serenity Spa and Salon at Heritage Hills The Serenity Spa and Salon at Heritage Hills is the largest full-service salon in York. It offers Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone, prenatal, couples, and aromatherapy massages. You can also choose a mini glow, ultra calming, signature spa, or breakout control facial. Hairstyling, makeup, manicures, and more are available, as well. The Heritage Hills Golf Resort is a popular vacation spot, and they offer snow tubing and ice skating in winter. There's also an athletic club and a mini-golf course for kids. more 2. The Verdure Day Spa & Wellness Center This spa is in Shrewsbury, about 20 minutes away from York. It offers luxurious spa treatments in a peaceful setting, and it uses a variety of natural and organic products. You can enjoy massage therapy, customized body treatments, Eminence Organic Skincare products, and a sauna with infrared technology for better circulation, detoxification, pain relief, and immune system boosting. You can also get a manicure with organic, vegan, cruelty-free products, sunless spray tanning, eyebrow tinting, lash tinting, or eyelash extensions. They're open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on weekdays and until 4 p.m. on Saturdays. 3. Blossom Med Spa This spa in York has custom facials, vitamin C treatments, microdermabrasion, Botox, clarifying skin treatments, skin tightening, body contouring, eyelash tinting and extensions, chemical peels, permanent cosmetics, micro-needling, laser hair removal, cosmetic teeth whitening, airbrush tanning, pigment removal, massages, and more. You can also get Neova's award-winning DNA Repair Enzyme for reversing sun damage and Obagi prescription-grade skin care products. Blossom Med Spa is an ideal place for you to relax while you make sure that you look your best. It's open Monday to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., on Friday until 5 p.m., and on Saturday until 2 p.m. 4. Omni Bedford Springs Resort This place is about two hours away from York inside the scenic Cumberland Valley. It has fitness classes, meditation, yoga, Pilates, a heated indoor pool, a golf course, an outdoor pool, and a tennis court. The Springs Eternal Spa covers 30,000 square feet, and its spa treatments are based on the resort's eight natural mineral springs. People often call them the historic Bedford Baths. You can enjoy a tour of this historic resort, watch a cooking demonstration, or try afternoon tea on Friday or Saturday. Shamanic and Reiki healing can help you reduce stress and feel more focused, and herbal body wraps, hand massages, foot massages, scalp massages, exfoliating body scrubs, and more are available. Visit one of these spas to spend some relaxing time alone or indulge in some romantic time with your spouse. You can de-stress for half an hour, or you can get away for an entire weekend.   Images via Pixabay

If one of the things you're interested in having on your next new vehicle is quality, look no further than the Ram 2500 Heavy Duty truck. Winner of the 'Best of What's New' award from Popular Science, you're sure to find plenty of features and amenities that fit your driving lifestyle. Exterior Trims You'll have a choice of six trims: Big Horn, Laramie, Laramie Longhorn, Limited, Tradesman, and Power Wagon. The truck has a regular cab with a short bed, and a Crew Cab with an 8-foot bed. The 2500 has availability of 4x4 and 4x2 drivetrains on all trims with the exception of the Power Wagon, which is only available as a 4x4. more Under the Hood The 2500 Heavy Duty is Ram tough when it comes to power and towing capability. In the power department, the base engine is a 6.4-liter Hemi V-8 producing 410 horsepower and 429 pound-feet of torque. There's also a 6.7-liter inline-6 Cummins producing 370 horsepower and 850 pound-feet of torque. At the upper level, the High Output Cummins turbodiesel pumps out 400 horsepower and, for the first time, 1,000 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed or eight-speed automatic transmission is available. When it comes to impressive towing capability, the High Output Cummins working with the Aisin 8-speed automatic transmission can take care of business with payloads up to 7,680 pounds and towing up to 35,100 pounds. Performance Performance-wise, the 2500 Heavy Duty has plenty of support especially when it comes to off-road capability thanks to several features. These include a disconnecting front stabilizer bar, Bilstein shocks, front and rear locking differentials, Articulink suspension, high-traction tires, and a Warn Zeon-as winch. Overall, even with the size and power of the Heavy Duty truck, the 2500 drives smoothly, quietly, and with precision thanks to standard-frequency-response damping shocks, C-pillar hydromounts, and tuned mass dampers. Technology The Heavy Duty isn't lacking in infotainment technology starting with the 12-inch Uconnect touch screen with split-screen capability allowing drivers to have navigation running using other modes. The system is equipped with Apple CarPlay, satellite radio with 360L, and Android Auto. For entertainment, there's a 750-watt Harman Kardon sound system, 17 speakers, five Type C USB, and three 110-volt 400-watt outlets. A wireless phone charger is optional. Safety Features The 2500 has plenty of safety features to support a confident drive whether you're on the job or on a leisure drive around town. Standard across all trims is a reversing camera fitted with zoom and trajectory lines. If you choose the safety package, you'll have the addition of forward-collision mitigation equipped with auto emergency braking, adaptive cruise control fitted with full stop, rain-sensing wipers, automatic high beams. Depending on the trim, rear cross-traffic and blind-spot monitoring is available. A towing technology package enhances the safety of the 2500 Heavy Duty with additional features. These include trailer tow mirrors, cargo-view and surround-view cameras, blind-spot monitoring, trailer reverse guidance, and blind-spot monitoring. Find out for yourself what makes the Ram 2500 Heavy Duty a must-have for those who want a tech-savvy truck with a tough attitude. Schedule a Test Drive today at Thornton Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram.   Image via ramtrucks.com

When a day out and about town with your buddies is on the agenda, you'll find plenty of things to do and places to go in York County. Consider these destinations for some fun time with the guys. 1. Harley Davidson Museum Whether you're a Harley Davidson bike or trike enthusiast, take a look at what goes into making the iconic motorcycle at the Harley Davidson Museum. Experience the history, enjoy the many exhibits, and take one of the tours to get up-close and personal with the sights and sounds that make these bikes stand out from the rest. The museum is open May to September from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday through Wednesday and until 8 p.m. on Thursday. From October through April, opening hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday through Wednesday and until 8 p.m. on Thursday. more 2. Weightlifting Hall of Fame and Museum For in-depth information and a walk through history, plan to visit the Weightlifting Hall of Fame and Museum, Monday through Saturday. The museum covers the many types of sports amateur and professional strongmen have participated in throughout history. The tour is self-guided, so you can take your time at each exhibit such as statues of Bob Hoffman and Louis Cyr, a bronze bust of Steve Stanko, and a mural with Tommy Kono. Throughout the tour, you'll see sculptures, trophies, plagues, Cyr's original dumbbell, and vintage barbells. The museum opens at 9 a.m. and closes at 4:30 p.m. on all days except Friday, when the museum stays open until 6 p.m. 3. York County Ale Trail Buds can get together for a tasty tour experience when booking a walking or bus tour for a York County Ale Trail experience. York currently has 22 craft breweries, and with a tour, your group will experience several with samplings of up to 16 frothy brews. The tour includes an experienced beer guide, samples, brewery access, brewery entry fees, a beer token, discounts, and cold storage for any purchases along the way. If you take the bus tour, it also includes water and snacks. 4. Escape Room Dilemma For a night out with the guys that you'll all remember, challenge your abilities to solve an unusual problem using your wits and wisdom at Escape Room Dilemma. Choose one of several intriguing rooms like Shafted: A Misguided Adventure, where you'll make your way through the tunnels of an abandoned mineshaft, Revive and Survive where you'll face extinction by a foreign overlord, or being sealed in a workshop where you must figure your way out in Sealed with a Bang. The rooms are private, so it's just you and your friends using brainpower to outwit the interactive puzzle that each room presents. At least four players are recommended but not required. Your group will have one hour to escape. Whether the plans include challenging the brain, pleasing the taste buds, learning about sports history, or putting the pedal to the metal of a Harley, there's plenty of activities for dudes and their friends in York County.   Images via Pixabay

Providing a safe journey while traveling on the road whether you're making your way around town, navigating the interstate, or having an off-road adventure is the focus of the 2020 Jeep Renegade. 1. Parking Assistance The ParkSense Rear Park Assist System and Backup Camera are your eyes whenever you're backing up. If the Jeep is too close to another vehicle, sensors detect it and alert you to the potential accident. The system also has the capability to bring the Renegade to a halt if it senses an object is in the way. Whenever you're trying to get into or out of a parking spot between two vehicles, the Parallel and Perpendicular Park and Exit Assist system takes over control of the steering wheel. The system will then provide visual and audible instructions on how to enter or exit the spot safely. more Another set of eyes comes with the ParkSense Front Park Assist that also provides audio and visual aid of the distance available between the Jeep and other vehicles or obstacles when you're moving forward. 2. Chassis Construction The chassis of the 2020 Renegade is constructed with advanced high-strength steel. The durable material provides protection in the event of a crash. Inside the Jeep, seven air bags provide protection to the driver and all passengers. 3. Adaptive Cruise Control With Adaptive Cruise Control, the system will automatically adjust the driving speed to ensure there is adequate distance between the Renegade and the vehicle ahead of you. 4. Monitoring There are times when you can't see other vehicles in what are referred to as blind spots. With Blind Spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path Detection in place, the radar-based sensors are designed to detect vehicles that are out of your line of vision. It isn't uncommon to drift into another lane. The LaneSense Lane Departure Warning with Lane Keep Assist measures the Renegade's position inside the boundaries of the driving lane. If the Jeep drifts outside the lane, the system alerts you and helps correct the Jeep back within the lane's boundaries. Full-Speed Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking does just what the name implies. While driving, if the system senses the possibility of a frontal impact, the driver is alerted to make an adjustment. If no adjustment is made and the system still senses an impact, the active braking system takes over and automatically halts the Jeep. 5. Additional Features A few of the additional features that provide a safe and secure ride include rain-sensing windshield wipers, which automatically regulate the speed of the wipers to match the current rain conditions. Automatic High Beam Headlamps provide a clear path of the road ahead providing the right amount of illumination whenever it's needed. With the Uconnect app, you can safely lock or unlock the Renegade using either your smartwatch or smartphone. In the event you need roadside assistance, the Renegade has you covered. To connect to help, press the easily accessible ASSIST button on the overhead console. With more than 70 safety and security technology features available as standard or optional on the 2020 Jeep Renegade, plus safety ratings from IIHS and NHTSA, you can drive with confidence and peace of mind. See or test drive one today at Thornton CDJR!   Image via jeep.com

Are you searching for a great day trip, girls' night out, or a getaway weekend with your best crew in south-central Pennsylvania? Look no further than York County, which offers tons of fun and exciting activities you and yours will enjoy. From shopping and fine dining to arts and crafts, check out some of the top places for a girlfriends' getaway weekend in and around York County, Pennsylvania. Downtown York You can spend days walking the streets of downtown York, with shopping options from arts and crafts dealers to books, clothing, accessories, and hobby and gift shops. It's the ideal place to spend a few days traveling everything from strip malls and boutique indie shops to vintage and thrift shops. You'll find anything you want, whether it's a new handbag or electronic gadgets. No matter what your desires are, you're sure to find them in downtown York. more The Markets at Shrewsbury The Markets at Shrewsbury are a long-lasting staple of the region. Amish farmers market vendors, boasting over 20 stalls, allow you to find everything from clothes to Pennsylvania-Dutch furniture to meats, cheeses, canned goods, and local produce. Events are held here all year round, including holiday happenings, car shows, and auctions. There are prepared food stalls where you can stop and have a bite between browsing the vendors. You can even buy a backyard structure to set up your very own she-shed when you get home! Wyndridge Farm in Dallastown Looking for a place to kick back in a casual setting while enjoying great food and even better craft beer or cider? Several excellent pubs are in the area. But if you and your ladies are beer lovers, it's hard to beat Wyndridge Farm and their farm-crafted ciders and beers. This brewpub hosts weddings and events as well as pairing the best locally made ciders and brews with seasonal dishes made farm-fresh. From brick-oven pizzas and craft sandwiches to savory sides, appetizers, and full entrees, you'll find tons of options here that pair perfectly with the brew you choose. Candi J. Duda Stained Glass and Garden Art in Red Lion If you're a fan of glass art, you can't beat a visit to Candi J. Duda Stained Glass and Garden Art. Located in the heart of Red Lion, here you can see a wide variety of artwork handcrafted from glass, including stepping stones, windows, chimes, dish gardens, and more. There's also a range of items for sale, including bath and skincare products, greeting cards, baskets, bookmarks, and more. You can take arts and crafts classes to learn how to make your own artwork, or just browse the gallery and view the stunning items on display. Of course, you can't get around to have all these fun and exciting experiences without a reliable vehicle, and for that, nothing beats a RAM truck, Dodge muscle car, or Jeep SUV. Stop into Thronton Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM today and take a test drive on the roads of Red Lion. Give us a call today!   Image via Pixabay

The 2019 Ram 1500 has already become one of America's favorite trucks. The Warlock is a special edition of the Ram 1500 that takes drivers back to the first edition in the 1970s. The Warlock design will remind you of its classical design while also ensuring you get to enjoy the modern features of today. Check out a few top features you can expect from the 2019 Ram 1500 Warlock. 1. Classic Exterior Design The Ram 1500 Warlock design features traditional design cues like blackened front and rear bumpers and LED head and taillights. Although today's Warlock will not feature the traditional pinstripes that it did in the 1970s, it will feature a unique design that could be described as sporty. The Ram Warlock is also a little higher than other models and comes with heavy-duty shocks, making it a great work or adventure truck. The lengthened body leads into the aggressive Ram badge and drivers can find additional Warlock logos throughout. 2. Exclusive Mojave Sand Package If you're looking for an exceptional truck that stands out against other trucks on the road, then you will definitely want to consider the Mojave Sand Package. On this trim level, you can expect a trendier hood, upgraded 20-inch aluminum wheels, and a sandy exterior color. Mojave Sand drivers can also choose from either a crew or a quad cab, depending on their cargo needs. more The interior of the Mojave comes equipped with blackened cloth performance seats and upgraded technologies. The digital cluster display screen is customizable and allows drivers to track the individual features that are most important to them. If you don't want the sandy color, fortunately, the Warlock also comes in 10 other exterior colors. You can opt for something more modern like Bright White or Bright Silver. You can also go for something bolder like Flame Red or True Blue. 3. Convenient Interior The initial design of the Ram Warlock might date back to the 70s, but the interior of today's model is modern. Equipped with leather-trimmed seats and Uconnect 4C, you can enjoy the luxuries that come with today's technologies. The interior of the Ram Warlock is also spacious thanks to 40/20/40 split-folding rear seats. Take advantage of the driver infotainment system to sync your smartphone with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto for customized music, hands-free calling, and stream turn-by-turn navigation to your next work route. 4. Capable Power The first Ram Warlock was capable enough to manage your daily errands or your toughest work tasks and today's model is no exception. The 2019 Ram Warlock comes equipped with a standard 3.6-liter V-6 engine but drivers can upgrade to the available 5.7-liter V-8. Regardless of which engine you choose, you can also select between a rear-wheel drive or 4x4 powertrain. If you want to enjoy the convenient and capable features of the Ram 1500, but with a classic design, then you will want to check out the Warlock. Come by Thorton Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram today to check out the exclusive 2019 Ram Warlock.   Image via ramtrucks.com

Winter is heret, snow may cover the ground, and you will be looking for entertainment to overcome seasonal blues. Fortunately, there are many wintertime activities in the York County area that are worth checking out. 1. FestivICE Presented by York Traditions Bank, FestivICE has become a wintertime tradition for locals. This winter extravaganza takes place each year over Martin Luther King weekend and is scheduled for Jan. 16-18, 2020. With over 10 tons of snow lining York's streets, you can expect ice sculpting, sledding, and a kids' 40-foot ice slide. more There will also be shopping booths, food vendors, kids' crafting tables, and face painting available at the ice festival. Make sure you also check out the flea market during the festival, located at the nearby Central Market York. Local businesses are encouraged to sponsor an ice sculpture at the festival with proceeds going back to local charitable organizations. 2. Roundtop Mountain Resort Whoever said that tubing was reversed for summertime? Snow tubing at the Roundtop Mountain Resort offers a mix of sledding and tubing. The mountain has 10 tubing lanes which can be accessed via the Magic Carpet lift. The larger runs offer just the right amount of excitement for children five years and older. Younger children will enjoy the Kiddie Tubing lanes which have smaller tubes and a smaller drop. You can enjoy snow tubing throughout the entire winter, even if there isn't snow on the ground. The snow-making machine will ensure you have a blast all winter long. The Roundtop Mountain Resort also offers skiing and snowboarding. The paintball and ropes courses are open all year long. 3. Codorus State Park As soon as the temperatures drop and a thick enough layer of ice covers the Chapel Cove portion of the Codorus State Park, you will find many York locals enjoying ice skating. The skating rink is open until 7:30 p.m. each evening when the weather is right. Twinkling lights decorate the ice rink so you can skate until closing time, even once the sun has set. 4. Gifford Pinchot State Park The same lake that locals enjoy boating and swimming in during the summer months becomes an exciting wintertime activity as soon as the lake freezes over. Gifford Pinchot State Park and the 340-acre Pinchot Lake is a top ice fishing destination. The lake is stocked with largemouth bass, walleye, muskellunge, and crappie. Make sure you always practice safe ice fishing habits and make sure the ice is a minimum of four inches in thickness for one fisherman and seven inches for multiple fishermen. Renting a cozy cabin with a fireplace is also a great way to enjoy winter within the Gifford Pinchot State Park. You can enjoy hiking or cross-country skiing during the day and then relax around the warm fireplace in the evening. The winter months can bring just as much entertainment and excitement in York County as the summer months do. Whether you want to attend the annual winter festival or go snow tubing on top of a mountain, you have a lot of great options to enjoy.   Image via Pixabay

The Chrysler Pacifica has become one of America's favorite minivans. Both modern and stylish, the Pacifica easily meets the needs of today's families. The Red S Edition is considered a luxury trim level of the traditional Pacifica, offering you a more modern design and upgraded technologies. Check out a few features you are sure to enjoy on the limited 2020 Pacifica Red S Edition. 1. Modern Design Today's minivans are designed for more modern families. The Red S Edition takes its innovative design to the next level with bold accents and an overall head-turning design. You can also catch minor design differences up close, like the S logo on the wings and rear liftgate of the Pacifica. Completing the entire design are 20-inch blackened wheels, which contrast nicely with the red exterior. more The interior of the Chrysler Pacifica is designed with bright Nappa red leather-trimmed seats and red accents throughout. The seats are also sportier and provide additional comfort and support for your commute. The doors are trimmed with silver metallic designs and the color pattern effortlessly flows into the instrument cluster and door panels. 2. Customizable Capability Just as the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica is customizable to meet your family's individual needs, the Red S Edition comes with the same choices. You can opt for either a gas engine or plug-in PHEV power. If you select gas, you can expect a 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine with 287 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. The engine is paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission. With the electric option, you can anticipate a 16-kWh battery pack with 84 MPGe. Entertainment is important in a family vehicle, especially when you have younger backseat passengers. You can easily keep children entertained in the Red S Edition with the 20-speaker Harman Kardon sound system. Connect your phone and stream your favorite playlists or podcasts. 3. Upgraded Safety Features Most families would agree that safety is the most important feature when choosing a family vehicle. The Chrysler Pacifica is already known for its great safety ratings, and the Red S Edition adds a few standard safety features. You can expect automatic emergency braking, automatic high beams, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, and forward collision warning with automatic braking. You can also park with confidence with the parallel and perpendicular park assist features. Rain-sensing windshield wipers will ensure clear visibility when driving during wet conditions. A 360-degree camera gives you a full view of the area directly surrounding your Pacifica. 4. Teen Driver Features You can also take advantage of KeySense technology if you have teen drivers. This feature promotes safe driving habits by limiting radio volume and vehicle speed and automatically activating certain safety features when new drivers are operating the Chrysler Pacifica. If you're the type of family who prefers to stand out from the other minivans on the road, then you will definitely want to consider the 2020 Chrysler Pacific Red S Edition. Come by Thornton Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram today to check it out.   Image via chrysler.com

You don't have to make a mess in the kitchen to enjoy a home-cooked meal in York County, Pennsylvania. If you're craving filling food with friendly service, then you will want to check out one of these top local homestyle restaurants. 1. Dutch Country Restaurant Tradition is important at the Dutch Country Restaurant. The menu is made up of traditional Dutch recipes with items like the sunrise sampler and the broasted chicken. Try one of the baskets for lunch like the deep-fried shrimp basket or the sweet chili sauce chicken tender basket. Each one comes with a side of fries and your choice of coleslaw or applesauce. more In addition to the delicious food on the menu, the restaurant also offers you a unique historical view of Dutch Country. The building itself dates back to the 1930s, when it was initially a weigh station and livery stable with a small kitchen in the rear. Over the years, the restaurant has been moved and expanded multiple times, with the owner maintaining its commitment to family and friends and delicious home-cooked cuisine. 2. Central Family Restaurant Situated in a great location, the Central Family Restaurant is just a short walk to Historic Downtown York. The homemade menu items will take you back to a time when you enjoyed a home-cooked meal in your parent's kitchen with items, like fried chicken and a full rack of ribs. Most of the ingredients used in their recipes are locally-sourced from nearby farms. Make sure you leave room for dessert. The chocolate cake is one of the most popular items on the menu at the Central Family Restaurant and comes topped with peanut butter icing. Are you in a rush but still want to enjoy a home-cooked meal? You can order your favorite Central Family Market items for delivery through Carryout Courier. 3. Lyndon: The Finer Diner Restaurant ownership runs in the Quinn family. The founder of the Lyndon Diner learned what went into making a restaurant successful from his father. He offers many of the same recipes that his father did in his day, while also focusing on an affordable menu with great-tasting items. Whether you are looking for a fresh beef taco salad or a hot sandwich, like the mushroom Swiss cheese, you will never run out of delectable items to try here. 4. ROOST Uncommon Kitchen The Roost Uncommon Kitchen offers a unique twist on traditional recipes from your childhood. They serve brunch all day with items like fried chicken and waffles or the Flower Pot, which comes with a scratch biscuit with apricot butter, hash browns, and cauliflower. You will also find traditional Southern recipes like shrimp and grits and green toast on the menu. The ROOST Uncommon Kitchen is located right in downtown historic York or you can enjoy its unique menu at home with delivery through Grubhub. Winter is one of the best times to enjoy a large plate of your favorite home-cooked foods. Make dinner plans this weekend in the York area and try the best homestyle restaurants around.   Image via pixabay

When you're interested in adding an electric vehicle to your garage, you want a winner. With that in mind, choosing the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid is the way to go. Power and Performance The seven-passenger Pacifica is available in three trims: the Plus, Touring L, and Limited. They are available with either a standard 3.6-liter V-6 24-valve variable valve timing engine or a 3.6-liter V-6 24-valve variable valve timing engine with ESS. The engine produces 287 horsepower at 6,400 revolutions per minute (rpm) and 262 pound-feet of torque at 4,000 rpm. The engine is supported by a nine-speed automatic transmission. more To keep the hybrid running safe, smooth, and with precision handling, it is fitted with four-wheel disc anti-lock brakes, an electric parking brake, MacPherson front suspension and twist blade with coil spring rear suspension. Drive with peace of mind when it comes to fuel economy. The minivan has a range of 33 miles running on electric power, then makes the transition to gasoline seamlessly. Overall, the minivan has an estimated EPA rate of 82 MPGe. Technology Whether you're traveling short distances or you're in for the long haul, this minivan provides plenty of entertainment options mile after mile. Available for the hybrid is the Uconnect theater entertainment system. Tap into dual 10-inch HD touch screens fitted with a Blu-ray player, wireless headphones, dual HDMI inputs, wireless streaming, and Bluetooth. An assortment of interactive games and apps, such as math flashcards, backseat bingo, and are we there yet, keep passengers engaged. There's also Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration, SiriusXM, and the available 20-speaker premium surround sound system from Harman Kardon. Interior The 2019 Pacifica offers a spacious interior for families on a roll. The Stow 'n Go Seating and storage system allows the second- and third-row seats to be folded down and stored, providing generous storage space. The Stow 'n Go system is unique to the Pacifica Hybrid, as no other minivan in its class is fitted with the system. The hybrid lets you be creative with an impressive 81 seating configurations. Technology features keep everyone connected and engaged. Enjoy available features such as an 8.4-inch touch screen, a USB port, the six-speaker sound system, and HD and satellite radio. Safety Features You want to be assured you're driving a reliable minivan that supports vehicle and passenger safety. The Pacifica Hybrid provides that support, having earned the Top Safety Pick for 2019 from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. A few of the Pacifica's available driver-assisted safety features include ParkSense with front park assist and rear park assist with stop, adaptive cruise control with stop and go, blind-spot monitoring, and LaneSense lane departure warning with lane-keep assist. The full-speed forward collision warning with active braking system alerts the driver with visual and audible warnings when sensing a potential collision. The emergency braking system steps in if the driver does not respond and the sensors continue to sense danger. Choosing a Pacifica Hybrid means you'll enjoy a smooth, efficient, and economical driving experience, with no bumps along the way. Come in to Thornton Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram and take one for a test drive.   Image via chrysler.com