Is it Hallam or Hellam? Here’s the scoop: Hallam is a York County borough along Route 30, east of York. Hellam Township surrounds Hallam and borders the Susquehanna River and Wrightsville. Either way, this little slice of the 717 offers farm-fresh fun, classic nostalgia, and loveable quirks.
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HAINES SHOE HOUSE
Visitors have been getting a kick out of this roadside attraction ever since it was built in 1948 by area shoe salesman Mahon Haines. Step into this landmark for a tour and a local treat, to boot—Beck’s Ice Cream made in York.
197 Shoe House Rd., York, PA (Hellam Township)
717-683-6328 | hainesshoehouse.com
JIM AND NENA'S PIZZERIA
You know when a local pizza shop has been in business since 1958, it’s gotta be good. This fourth-generation, family-owned, local staple offers all your Italian favorites from subs to stromboli, sandwiches and entrees to classic pizza. But try a new twist with their pickle pizza!
299 W. Market St., Hallam, PA
717-840-6362 | @JimandNenasPizzeriaHallam
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ANNUAL EASTER APPLE HUNT AT FLINCHBAUGH'S
APRIL 4 & 11 | 11 AM - 3 PM
Easter traditions take a fresh twist at Flinchbaugh’s Orchard & Farm Market, a third-generation family-friendly destination. Kids are divided by age group to search for naturally-sweet treats—apples. But don’t worry—homemade peanut butter eggs are available, along with baked goods and fresh produce, inside this market destination.
110 Ducktown Rd., Hellam, PA 17406
717-252-2540 | flinchbaughsorchard.com
JIM MACK’S ICE CREAM
Kitsch meets delish at Jimmy Mack’s. From the totem-pole-like statue of scoop-upon-scoop ice cream cone to the quirky and colorful miniature golf course, this classic, circa-1958 landmark has some of the yummiest YoCo ice cream around—made on the premises—plus burgers, hot dogs, fries, and more. This is Americana at its best!
5745 Lincoln Highway (Rt. 30), York, PA (Hellam Township)
717-252-2013 | jimmacksicecream.com
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HORN FARM CENTER FOR AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION
Calling all green thumbs (or wanna-be green thumbs)! The Horn Farm Center offers hands-on workshops and programs dedicated to holistic land management and farming practices. The Woodland Steward Training Program, April 27 through October 12, teaches participants how to transform degraded woodlands into healthy habitats. And community garden plots are available and open beginning April 1.
4945 Horn Rd., York, PA (Hellam Township)
717-757-6441 | hornfarmcenter.org
