Family
and friends - familiar faces all! In Schuylkill County people know
their neighbors. They celebrate the good times together and help each
other in times of need. This caring and friendly environment makes
Schuylkill County a wonderful place in which to live. Schuylkill County's
rich culture and diverse ethnic heritage have nurtured thousands of
citizens who have grown up and shared their traditions with their
own children. As a result, each community has a flavor all its own,
making it a wonderful place to raise a family.
Schuylkill County's 12 public and parochial schools
place strong emphasis on meeting individual needs and developing each
student to his or her full potential. Higher education programs continue
to expand. Locally, Penn State Schuylkill, Alvernia College, McCann
School of Business and Technology, and Schuylkill Institute of Business
and Technology are but a few of the wide variety of career programs
available to students and adults looking to join the workforce.
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When out of class or home from work, county residents
can readily enjoy the bounty offered by each of the four seasons.
In winter, the hilly terrain promotes super sledding as well as challenging
skiing. In summertime nearby lakes and private pools are filled with
swimmers and boaters. Tuscarora State Park, Locust Lake, and Hawk
Mountain Sanctuary can enliven the outdoorsman's quest for an invigorating
experience at any time of year. Schuylkill County is home to a variety
of unique attractions and tours, including museums and historical
tours, covered bridges, wineries, auto racing, classic cars, and scenic
steam rail excursions.
The county also features a remarkable wealth of
heritage and cultural performances with our own Community Chorus,
professional Symphony Orchestra and a variety of performing arts groups.
Great location, excellent job opportunities, good schools, affordable
housing and great neighbors make Schuylkill County a great place to
live.
For further information on Schuylkill County,
click here.
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Greystone Restaurant -Guy
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Hawk Mtn. Sanctuary - Wendy W. Scott
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