Fall Shawnee - Beautiful

Oktoberfest Lager is at the Gem

ShawneeCraft Brewing's Oktoberfest Lager has finally hit been released at The Gem and Keystone Brewpub.

While on tap, enthusiasts have an opportunity to purchase a commemorative mug to receive refill discounts on this latest offering. 18.5 oz mug & first fill is $7.50. Each additional refill is only $3.50. While supplies last.

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Fall Golf

Fall golf is just around the corner. There is nothing in the world like the crisp air of a new season to compliment the ping of a fresh drive on Shawnee's historic island golf course.

The leaves are just beginning to bring out the reds and yellows of the season.

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Cullen Yates: 99 Years at Shawnee

Monroe County Historical Association is pleased to announce the a benefit exhibition of the work of noted American Impressionist Cullen Yates, entitled “Cullen Yates: 99 Years At Shawnee. The exhibition will be held November 6-14, 2010, in the Payette Room at The Shawnee Inn.

For more information, please visit MCHA website at www.monroehistorical.org, or Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort, at www.ShawneeInn.com.

The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort

The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort is conveniently located 70 miles from New York City, 100 miles from Philadelphia, 150 miles from Albany, N.Y. and 200 miles from Washington, D.C. Three airports – Lehigh Valley International, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton and Newark International – all are within easy distance of the property.

The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort, rich in breathtaking views, features 80 rooms in the historic Inn, 12 rooms in the Delaware Lodge, plus six suites and two cottages in Shawnee’s luxury accommodation, the Legacy Collection. Shawnee’s varieties of recreational facilities make it an ideal destination for any event. Choose from Shawnee’s 27-hole championship island golf course, golf lessons at the Tillinghast Golf Academy, nine-hole lighted Tillinghast Approach Course, skiing at Shawnee Mountain, mountain biking, or hiking on the scenic Appalachian Mountain trails, canoeing, rafting, fishing, kayaking, indoor pool, fitness room, tennis, professional theater, and Spa Shawnee and Salon.

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Shawnee River Trips

There is nothing like a calm trip down the Delaware River with your family.

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Golf is Still Great at Shawnee

As the fall season approaches, Golf is still great at Shawnee! As a matter of fact, with the changing leaves, our course becomes even more beautiful.

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Hard at Work

Shawnee's bees are hard at work polinating the Shawna Farm. It is great when humans and nature work together!

Clay Studio at the Shawnee Gallery

The Shawnee Gallery has introduced a clay studio. For workshop information, please visit www.ShawneeGallery.com, or call 570.420.9404.

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Bryan Williams at Shawnee

The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort is hosting a Customer Service Conference with the renowned Dr. Bryan K Williams.

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Shawnee's Kitchen Farm

Shawnee's Kitchen Farm is flourishing. This year we doubled its size to accommodate the special requests of our on-property restaurants - The Gem and Keystone Brewpub, The River Room Piano Bar and Lounge, and the Bistro.

Bon Appetite

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Trinity Centennial Band

Shawnee's July 4th Celebration continues this evening with the Trinity Centennial Band performing on the Lawn of the Inn under our River Sanctuary at 7:00 pm.

This year is extra special. Ralph Harrison, the group's leader, will be turning 80 and will be retiring.

Trinity has been performing at Shawnee since the Community Concert Series was established over a decade ago.

Thank you Ralph for your continued support of Shawnee and for providing excellent music for no cost at Shawnee's Community Concert Series.

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Winter Weddings

Is there anything more beautiful than a backdrop of frosting to compliment the perfect day?

Shawnee's surroundings become enhanced by winter's grace and make for the perfect time to exchange vows on the edge of the gently moving Delaware River.

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Golf in Full Swing

Golf at Shawnee is in full swing. Our grounds crew have been doing a superb job at manicuring every little detail.

For public tee times, please call: 800.SHAWNEE (800.742-9633)

Celebrity Meet and Greet

Sergent Slaughter was handing out headlocks and Cobra Clutches at the meet and greet last night at Shawnee!!!

The Pocono Family YMCA hosts this great event each year and introduces youth and enthusiasts alike to celebrities.

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Beautiful Scenes

Shawnee's landscape is just stunning. This spot is on our golf island - where we hold weddings on the edge of the gently flowing Delaware River.

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The Tillinghast Golf Academy

Shawnee's Tillinghast Golf Academy is led by Jim Miller, our Class A Teaching Professional.

Lessons include a hybrid of traditional and technology driven methods. Students have an opportunity to have their entire swing digitally analyzed and play our Approach Course specifically designed for short play.

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First Closest to the Pin at the Gem

Jose is The Gem and Keystone's first "Closest to the Pin" winner! Last week, the Gem installed a new Green just adjacent to its outdoor dining decks. Jose is enjoying a Pint of ShawneeCraft Double Pale for winning!

Ah - The Drift Boat

The mainstay of Shawnee Fishing Trips - our custom Drift Boat. Tailored for butler-style fishing, the oars and anchor are conveniently positioned and controlled by one of Shawnee's expert guides in the center of the vessel making for a seamless trip for anglers of all skill levels.

What else could anyone ask for?

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Shawnee Ice Cream Shop Open for Sweets!

The Shawnee Ice Cream Shop is officially open to satisfy sweet tooths everywhere!

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The Gem's Herb Garden

The Gem and Keystone Brewpub has planted an herb garden at its entrance. The planters being spent bourbon barrels from ShawneeCraft Brewing!

Imagine dining at the Gem and witnessing your chef gathering fresh spices for your dinner - Beer from here, Food from near!

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PEEC Beer Party!

The Gem's Beer Party was a major success! PEEC raised a lot of funds for their incredible cause - guests enjoyed the fabulous food and ShawneeCraft ® Beer varieties.

Thanks to all those who came out in support of PEEC.

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PEEC Beer Party at the Gem

Above is a picture from the Gem's last beer dinner. Below is informatio about our upcoming dinner this Friday, from 6:30 - 9:00 pm.

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Gem and Keystone Beer Party to Support PEEC

June 8, 2010 Shawnee on Delaware, PA - Enjoy handcrafted, premium, chemical-free beer; try to win valuable prizes; and support spreading awareness of the environment, all in one evening. The Gem and Keystone Brewpub Beer Tasting Party to benefit the Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) will make it all happen staring at 6:30pm on June 11.

Five ShawneeCraft® Beers paired with Season-Ale™ cuisine will be provided while certificates and tickets to the Gem and Keystone, River Room, and Spa Shawnee; Shawnee Playhouse; canoe trips on Shawnee River; golf outings at the Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort, and Tillinghast Approach Course; and overnight stays at the Shawnee Inn, and the Legacy collection will be among the prizes raffles to attendees.

The Pocono Environmental Education Center advances knowledge and appreciation for wildlife and the environment for children and families through day camps, lectures, workshops, hikes and other adventure trips.

Location: River Road, Shawnee on Delaware. Admission: $25 in advance, $30 at the door (includes one raffle ticket). Additional $5 raffle tickets can also be purchased. For tickets and more information, call 570-424-0990 or visit GemandKeystone.com. For more information on PEEC, call 570-828-2319 or visit peec.org.

The Pocono Environmental Education Center, a non-profit center, is located within the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, between Milford and Bushkill, PA. PEEC enhances environmental awareness, knowledge, and appreciation through hands-on experiences in an outdoor classroom.
PEEC is close to home, where learning comes naturally!

For more information or to schedule an interview with Gem and Keystone management, please call Jeromy Wo, Public Relations Coordinator at: (570) 424-4050 x1409 or e-mail: pr@ShawneeInn.com.

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Momma Bird at Shawnee

A mother Killdeer decided to make Shawnee the home of her new nest. The youths hatched and are now beginning their journey in the paradise that we all call home.

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Shawnee's Will Stryeski with Youth Fisherman

Shawnee Fishing Trips is available for anglers of all levels. As you can see in this short video, Will Stryeski, our Head Fishing Guide, assists a youth angler reel in a North American Shad.

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Shawnee Ice Cream Shop

The Shawnee Ice Cream Shop is open for business! Located just across the street from Smithfield Elementary, its great to have a sweet treat in the neighborhood.

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Piano Bar

The River Room Piano Bar and Lounge is located in the historic Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort. It is the perfect spot for great music, lively conversation, meeting family and connecting with old or new friends. Surround yourself in a comfortable setting and enjoy the ambiance and atmosphere of congeniality and warmth, fast becoming the signature of The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort.

Our "New York Style Piano Man" John Grant plays a wide variety of classics from Cole Porter and Billy Joel to Frank Sinatra and Elton John, Broadway and more! John is a very gracious and welcoming entertainer. Stools around the piano allow sing-a-long patrons to be close to the action. Other tables allow more intimate conversation while enjoying the music and singing of the piano-side crowd. Our Classic Cocktail menu, selection of fine wines and handcrafted ShawneeCraft Ales and Lagers are a perfect accompaniment to a great evening at Shawnee.

Hours:

Thursday:
7PM – 11PM

Friday and Saturday:
8PM - Midnight

River Room's Veranda

There is no better way to dine at Shawnee than to do so on our expanse veranda.

Busy Busy

Shawnee has expanded its kitchen garden and turned it into a full fledged farm!

In order to ensure that it is pollinated, we have brought aboard a hive of honey bees! As you can see, they are busy busy busy.

Not only will these bees help cultivate our fresh produce used at The Gem and Keystone Brewpub and the River Room, but our guests will now have the opportunity to taste the nectar of Shawnee.

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Hands On Haiti

Thank you to all who came out last night in support of Hands On Disaster Response - Haiti. The night was a fabulous success!

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Shawnee's Group Leaders

Shawnee recently held its annual Group Leaders' tournament. Another outstanding tradition at Shawnee!

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And the Winner is!

Shawnee's General Manager, Rob Howell, was honored at the 2010 Spirit of Hospitality Awards, hosted by the Pennsylvania Tourism and Lodging Association. Rob was chosen as Pennsylvania's Hospitality Industry's General Manager of the Year.

Congratulations Rob!

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Another Beautiful Week at Shawnee

Spring is in the Air

This shot was taken yesterday at Shawnee. Spring is in the air and we are in full bloom. Be sure to stop by soon to enjoy this beautiful weather we're having.

Shawnee's Bridge

Shawnee's bridge is up once again signifying the start of the season! The course officially opens for rounds on Thursday...... Can we all breath a sigh of relief?... Winter if finally over!!!

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Easter 2010

Shawnee was once again visited by Mr. Cotton Tail! And guess what?!? He brought Easter Baskets and coordinated a fantastic Egg Hunt.

Activities Director, Mike MacArt is lounging next to Mr. Cotton Tail for this superb photograph.

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Happy Easter!

The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort would like to wish all of you a happy Easter! Resort events can be found on our webpage at: ShawneeInn.com

Shawnee Fishing Trips

This week, the man, the myth, the legend - Will Stryeski returned once again for another season of Shawnee Fishing Trips.

Like the migratory Shad that populate our gentle flowing Delaware River, Will appears only when the time is right!.... and that time is now!

Be sure to inquire about our fantastic fishing trips and be catered by last year's "Hospitality Employee of the Year" according to the Pocono Mountain Visitor's Bureau.

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Getting Sappy at Shawnee!

Shawnee is harvesting sap for Maple Syrup!!! This is our first year doing this and are very excited about it.

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St. Patty's Day at the Gem

The Gem and Keystone Brewpub will begin their St. Patty's Day celebration on March 17th. ShawneeCraft Gold Lager Drafts will be $2.00 and the Gem will be serving ShawneeCraft Porter Mustard-Glazed Corned Beef with cabbage and potatoes.

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A Wee Bit O' the Irish

The Shawnee Playhouse's audiences are loving this show, don't miss it! An original musical revue full of hit music, authentic Irish dancing, laugh out loud comedy, and the funniest Irish wake in history, A WEE BIT O' THE IRISH is high spirited entertainment for all to enjoy.

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Jazz Jams at the Gem

Open mic and jazz/fusion jam session is a great opportunity for any local jazz aficionado, hosted by Jesse P. Green (on keyboards and guitar) and featuring Daniel Gonzalez (on drums) every other Thursday night. GemAndKeystone.com

Chef G Aces Pallate Competition

Our Executive Chef, "G" Aces the Pennsylvania Tourism and Lodging Association's Pallate Competition, winning the award for "Best Use of Local and Organic Ingredients". Congrats Chef!

Princess Tea

Arts and Crafts time at Shawnee's Princess Tea yesterday. Even a kind little dinsaur was invited to attend - though very camera shy : )

Eagle Season

It is prime eagle season at The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort.

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