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Union Publick House

Friendly neighborhood pub that takes its juke, food, and beverages seriously. Farm-to-table cuisine, craft beer. Daily specials, pool table, live music.

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Jim Thorpe Independent Film Festival

Annual indie film festival in April at Mauch Chunk Opera house and venues in town. "Top 100 Reviewed Festivals" by FilmFreeway.

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Julio’s Pizza

Just outside Jim Thorpe in Bear Creek Plaza. Pizza by the slice or pie, hoagies/subs, cheesesteaks, stromboli/calzone, burgers, and kids' meals.

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Mauch Chunk Opera House

Victorian-era opera house presents a wide range of live music with seating plus a large dance area.

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Pocono Whitewater Rafting

Whitewater rafting on the Lehigh River. Good for all skill levels, including beginners and kids.

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Mauch Chunk Museum Cultural Center

Jim Thorpe from the formation of coal to the Lenape Indians, the mining town of Mauch Chunk, the Switchback Railroad. June-Dec.