Anything But The Ball, Pennsylvania’s Unique New Year’s Eve Drops

In this engaging episode of "Anything But The Ball, Pennsylvania's Unique New Year's Eve Drops" host Cassandra Coleman, Executive Director of America250PA, invites listeners to a festive exploration of Pennsylvania's unique New Year's Eve traditions. Venturing beyond the typical ball drop, Cassandra introduces three towns - Mechanicsburg, Bethlehem, and Dillsburg - each with its own distinctive way of ringing in the new year. From the impressive Wrench Drop in Mechanicsburg, symbolizing the town's mechanical heritage, to the sweet PEEPSFEST in Bethlehem, celebrating the iconic PEEPS marshmallows, and the quirky Pickle Drop in Dillsburg, the episode uncovers the stories and community spirit behind these unique celebrations.

Throughout the episode, Cassandra engages in insightful conversations with key figures from each town. Darrell Westby from Mechanicsburg shares the origins and impact of their Wrench Drop, Courtney Angle from Bethlehem delves into the history and joy of PEEPSFEST, and Chad Reed from Dillsburg reveals the fun and community bonding through the Pickle Drop. This episode not only highlights the creativity and cultural richness of Pennsylvania but also showcases how these unique traditions foster community spirit and joyous celebrations.