Benton was named in 1838 for Thomas Benton, a popular senator from Missouri. The community grew in the late 1800s, coinciding with the growth of the lumber and tanning industries in the area. Today, Benton features 19-acre Benton Town Park, a popular summer attraction. An annual bluegrass festival and rodeo draws people from all over the state. Benton is located in Columbia County southwest of Wilkes-Barre along Highway 239 near the Susquehanna River.
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04/20 Coming to The area
South 9th Street Italian Market Festival Philadelphia PA May18-19 Bring the entire family to experience the Annual Procession of Saints, and to enjoy the Live Entertainment, Family Events, Crafts, Food, Food and more Food!
Saint Anthony's Italian Festival Wilmington DE June9-16 The Italian Festival celebrates the spirit of Italy’s idyllic island paradise, Sicily.
The Kutztown Festival Kutztown PA June29-July7 The Kutztown Folk Festival is the oldest folklife festival in America. Share an Affordable Day of Family Fun with the Pennsylvania Dutch.
Wilmington Pennsylvania Guild Fine Craft Festival Wilmington DE July27-28 The Guild is known for uniting impeccable craftsmen with craft-seeking customers in search of one-of-a-kind objects made in America. This annual two-day event delivers exceptional works to a savvy audience.
Festival of Ballooning Whitehouse Station NJ July26-28 Held annually at the Solberg Airport. Hot air balloons ascend in the early morning and early evening.
Schuyler County Italian American Festival Watkins Glen NY August2-4 The Italian people, known for their love of family, food and friends are the foundation and spirit of this festival.
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