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KICKOFF THE NEW YEAR WITH FAMILY-FUN ACTIVITIES IN MERCER COUNTY
Visitors to Enjoy Dining, Golfing, Shopping and Entertainment in 2011

MERCER COUNTY, Pa. – January 2011 – With one-of-a-kind dining, top-rated golf courses, beautiful Bed & Breakfast Inns and highly attended festivals and fairs, 2011 will be an exciting year with activities for everyone to enjoy in Mercer County.

From fine gourmet meals to hot wings and cold drinks, visitors to Mercer County will delight in cuisine that is sure to thrill travelers’ taste buds. Ashley’s and Stonewall’s Tavern at Tara, A Country Inn features “Old South” style dining with bountiful family meals and is known for gourmet cuisine and great steaks and spirits. If a laid back style suits the needs of visitors, guests will enjoy a meal at Quaker Steak & Lube, a family casual dining restaurant that is best known for chicken wings and more than 26 sauces and flavors.

Golfers to Mercer County will find more than 25 top-rated golf courses throughout the area. The Mercer County Golf Trail was named One of America’s Top Golf Destinations by Golf Digest magazine and features challenging and beautiful courses that include: The Greens of Greenville, Green Meadows Golf Course, Hickory VFW Golf Course, Oak Tree Country Club and Resort, Spring Valley Golf Club & Lodge, Tam-O-Shanter Golf Course and Yankee Run Golf Course. After a long day of playing, visitors can stay at one of Mercer County’s beautiful Bed & Breakfast Inns for a relaxing escape.

Mercer County provides a unique shopping experience for visitors and is the home of name-brand outlets, boutiques and specialty stores. Shoppers can save up to 70 percent off of retail prices at select stores throughout the county. For additional savings, visitors can sign up online for the Mercer County Coupon Book by visiting http://www.mercercountypa.org/couponbook.php.

Throughout the year, there will be plenty of entertainment for the family, including outdoor recreation at parks along with festivals and fairs as the seasons change. Visitors will also enjoy spa resorts, special attractions, historic landmark and the scenic countryside when traveling to the area. 

For a complete listing of events, visit log onto www.VisitMercerCountyPA.com or call 724-346-3771.

About VisitMercerCountyPA:  
Located in Northwestern Pennsylvania, along the Ohio border, Mercer County is home to name-brand outlets, boutiques and unique specialty stores for shoppers. The area is also known for its challenging golf courses of inspired design. Golf Digest ranked Mercer County as one of its top golf destinations. Visitors can dine on mouthwatering cuisine in Mercer County's array of fine restaurants and then stay overnight in a well-appointed hotel, a luxurious bed and breakfast or a cozy country inn. Close to Pittsburgh, Erie, Cleveland and other major markets, Mercer County is easily accessible via I-80 and I-79. The County offers the perfect escape.  For more information, visit www.VisitMercerCountyPa.com