Retro Roadmappers – Mod Betty is so excited to see you all at Phoenixville’s 2018 Blobfest at The Colonial Theatre this Saturday July 14 on Bridge Street! I’ll be there with Retro Roadbooks for signing and selling, and of COURSE I’ll have my 1964 Serro Scotty vintage camper with me: Fingers crossed I will have the […]
![Retro Roadmap in the Philadelphia Inquirer! [Good News]](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Philadelphia-Inquirer-Retro-Roadmap-June-2018-Mod-Betty-900x400.jpg "Retro Roadmap in the Philadelphia Inquirer! [Good News]")
Retro Roadmappers! Retro Roadmap is featured in the Philadelphia Inquirer’s Sunday Travel Section – how exciting! You can read the article here on Philly.com (and please leave a nice comment, so all of their readers discover how much fun it is to discover and visit cool vintage places and retro fun!) Or if you’re in the […]
![[EVENT] Retro Roadmap Night at the Milton Theatre! Bye Bye Birdie / Revival House June 2018](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/33676304_1963190687326735_7808153709795344384_o-900x400.jpg "[EVENT] Retro Roadmap Night at the Milton Theatre! Bye Bye Birdie / Revival House June 2018")
One of Mod Betty’s FAVE FILMS EVER on the Big Screen at an old timey downtown movie theater? Dreams Do Come True! Join me! Thursday June 21, 2018 at The Milton Theatre, Revival House and Mod Betty are curating an evening of Retro Roadmap fun! Remember The Milton Theatre? We did a Retro Roadmap video […]
Mod Betty is kicking off Retro Roadcamper season at A Whole Lot of Lulu, THIS Saturday April 28 in Phoenixville PA AND I’m super excited to debut the new cover design for the Retro Roadmap Roadbook of the Philly Suburbs (scroll below to see!!) I can’t tell you how thrilled I am to report that the […]
![[EVENT] Retro Roadbook – PA Suburbs and Philly Sneak Peek Presentation!](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/PXV-LIB-900x400.gif "[EVENT] Retro Roadbook – PA Suburbs and Philly Sneak Peek Presentation!")
Thursday March 22, 2018 7-8pm come learn about the Cool Vintage Places and Retro Fun of Eastern PA and beyond – LIVE with Mod Betty, in Phoenixville, PA! I’ll also be sharing some sneak peeks from the upcoming Philadelphia and New Jersey Retro Roadbooks, taking questions from the crowd, and have books for sale. This […]
![[EVENT] A Pleasant Evening w/ Mod Betty at The Pleasant Cafe! Saturday April 7](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/DSCN7802-900x400.jpg "[EVENT] A Pleasant Evening w/ Mod Betty at The Pleasant Cafe! Saturday April 7")
Many Massachusetts Retro Roadmappers have expressed interest in going to The Pleasant Cafe, so Mod Betty is giving you a push to get yourself inside this vintage gem of a place! Mod Betty will be back in town for the weekend and she’ll be at The Pleasant Saturday night April 7 starting at 7:30pm for […]
Mod Betty heartily endorses this event and will grace it with not only her presence, but a giveaway raffle for a personalized autographed copy of the Retro Roadbook of Philadelphia Suburbs! Wednesday March 14, 7:30pm The Ambler Theater presents “At The Drive-In” – an independent documentary about the Mahoning Drive-In Movie Theater here in Pennsylvania. […]
Thursday March 22, 2018 7-8pm come learn about the Cool Vintage Places and Retro Fun of Eastern PA and beyond – LIVE with Mod Betty, in Phoenixville, PA! I’ll also be sharing some sneak peeks from the upcoming Philadelphia and New Jersey Retro Roadbooks, taking questions from the crowd, and have books for sale. This […]
Hoping this missive from Mod Betty finds you with some downtime in this busy holiday season! This photo is one of my faves, as it is so simple but says so much, and I wanted to share it with you.This tree is in the window of Larry Buruschkin my/our tailor here in town. His wife […]
Just in time for the holidays, Mod Betty is doing a Retro Roadmap Roadbook signing at the Pop Up Book Shop at Steel City Coffeehouse in Phoenixville, PA! Come to small town downtown Phoenixville and stop by Steel City between 11-1 this Saturday December 16, buy your Retro Roadbook and get it personally signed by […]
![Nothing Could Be Finer Than Gabbing in a Diner! [VIDEO]](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Screen-Shot-2017-11-03-at-10.57.59-AM-900x400.png "Nothing Could Be Finer Than Gabbing in a Diner! [VIDEO]")
Mod Betty was thrilled to be invited to sit in the actual vintage diner at the Boyertown Museum of Antique Vehicles and be part of their monthly Motor Mouth video series. I learned a lot about Mod Top cars (and now want one 😉 and even got to eat “brinner” (breakfast for dinner) in the […]
![Mod Betty in Charles Phoenix ‘Addicted to Americana’ Book [Color Me Thrilled!]](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/IMG_5727-900x400.jpg "Mod Betty in Charles Phoenix ‘Addicted to Americana’ Book [Color Me Thrilled!]")
Retro Roadmappers – as many of you know I am totally inspired by the dedication, passion, personality and funky pants of Charles Phoenix! He’s truly our Ambassador of Americana and recently put out a fabulous book highlighting the best of this country’s technicolor history.( You can buy the book directly from him using this link […]
![[EVENT!] Retro Roadmap Roadbooks at Whole Lot of Lulu 10/14](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/here-comes-the-sun-900x400.jpg "[EVENT!] Retro Roadmap Roadbooks at Whole Lot of Lulu 10/14")
Get a jump on your holiday gift shopping AND support the local / vintage shopping scene at A Whole Lot of Lulu on Main Street in Phoenixville, PA on Saturday 10/14. Mod Betty will be selling/signing Retro Roadbooks (which make GREAT GIFTS I’ve been told!) and will have the Retro Roadcamper on display! There […]
![[EVENT!] Art House Theater Day w/ Mod Betty at BMFI Sunday Sept 24](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/DSC_0051-900x400.jpg "[EVENT!] Art House Theater Day w/ Mod Betty at BMFI Sunday Sept 24")
As you know, Mod Betty has a wicked soft spot for historic theaters, and what better way to share that love, than to help the Bryn Mawr Film Institute celebrate Art House Theater Day, on Sunday September 24 from 12-2 – with the added vintage-lovers bonus of the Clover Market happening just across the street! […]
![[EVENT!] Retro Roadbook Signing – Lulu Phoenixville on First Friday!](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/IMG_6213-900x400.jpg "[EVENT!] Retro Roadbook Signing – Lulu Phoenixville on First Friday!")
Come join Mod Betty on Phoenixville’s September First Friday! Mod Betty will be welcoming folks to Lulu Vintage Boutique & Gifterie at 12 Main Street, signing copies of the latest Retro Roadbooks, giving her 2 cents worth on your excellent vintage clothing choices and celebrating Phoenixville’s First Friday with you all! Make a night of […]
![[EVENT] Retro Roadmap at Old Bridge NJ Library! Sat 9/16 11am](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Retro-Roadmap-New-Jersey-Presentation-900x400.png "[EVENT] Retro Roadmap at Old Bridge NJ Library! Sat 9/16 11am")
Mod Betty is super-psyched to share her love of the American roadside with the folks at the Old Bridge, New Jersey Library on Saturday September 16, 2017 from 11am-12pm. Discover what qualifies as a Retro Roadmap worthy place! Delight in learning about the cool vintage places in New Jersey – and beyond! Discuss your favorite […]
The latest Retro Roadmap Roadbook is available! The Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Suburbs Retro Roadmap Roadbook – including 50 of Mod Betty’s favorite vintage places in Bucks County, Chester County, Delaware County, Montgomery County. In addition to all of the cool features included in the Delaware book (The List, My Visit, QR Codes, My Finds and Faves) […]
![[EVENT] Retro Roadbook Signing at 60s Night Waltz Golf Farm!](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Waltz-Golf-Farm-Limerick-PA-1964-Girls-900x400.jpg "[EVENT] Retro Roadbook Signing at 60s Night Waltz Golf Farm!")
On Friday Aug 11 Waltz Golf in Limerick, Pennsylvania is going back in time – and Mod Betty is joining them! The Waltz family opened their miniature golf course in 1964, on what once was their farm, hence the name “Waltz Golf Farm” – and has become a destination for families and friends to have […]
![Philadelphia Inquirer Features Retro Roadmap Photos! [Mod Betty in The News!]](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/IMG_2012-900x400.jpg "Philadelphia Inquirer Features Retro Roadmap Photos! [Mod Betty in The News!]")
Well this is nice to wake up to! The Sunday Philadelphia Inquirer giving a shout out to Retro Roadmap, and using one of my photos of Weber’s Drive In in Pennsauken in the Sunday Papers! Here’s the online version with more photos and links – thanks to Inga Saffron for reminding everyone of this roadside gem! […]
![[EVENT] Elvis Clambake at Colonial Theatre & Retro Roadbook Signing!](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/elvis-clambake-movie-poster-900x400.jpg "[EVENT] Elvis Clambake at Colonial Theatre & Retro Roadbook Signing!")
It wouldn’t be summer without a clambake, now would it? Especially Elvis’ Clambake on the big screen at the Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville, PA Sunday August 13 with Mod Betty as a special guest! This madcap movie is full of fun, music, surf, girls and all the wacky hijinx you’d expect from a sun filled film from […]
![[EVENT] Asbury Park Surf Music Festival 2017 / Book Signing & Mod Betty Meet n Greet!](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Asbury-PArk-Surf-Music-Festival-2017-900x400.png "[EVENT] Asbury Park Surf Music Festival 2017 / Book Signing & Mod Betty Meet n Greet!")
Do you dig surf music, tiki drinks, a vintage beach boardwalk, and all sorts of retro fun? Mod Betty does! That’s why she’s SO EXCITED to be bringing the Retro Roadcamper to the 2017 Asbury Park Surf Music Festival, in Asbury Park (duh) New Jersey! We’ll be setting up the Retro Roadcamper to sell and […]
![[EVENT] Blobfest 2017! Mod Betty Meet & Greet / Retro Roadmap Roadbook Signing](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Blobfest-2017-Colonial-Theatre-Phoenixville-PA-900x400.jpg "[EVENT] Blobfest 2017! Mod Betty Meet & Greet / Retro Roadmap Roadbook Signing")
It creeps and leaps…it glides, and slides across the floor – it’s BLOBFEST 2017 – and Mod Betty and the Retro Roadcamper will be there! Experience the fun, kitsch and charm of this annual Phoenixville event celebrating the 1950’s sci-fi classic The Blob (filmed here in 1958), making the Colonial Theatre (and Steve McQueen!) famous: […]
![[EVENT] Retro Roadbook Signing / Mod Betty Meet & Greet! Browseabout Books, Rehoboth DE](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Browseabout-Books-Rehoboth-Beach-Delaware-900x400.jpg "[EVENT] Retro Roadbook Signing / Mod Betty Meet & Greet! Browseabout Books, Rehoboth DE")
Vacationing at the Delaware beaches for 4th of July week, or looking for an excuse to head down there? Mod Betty is doing a book signing at Browseabout Books in Rehoboth Beach, DE Friday July 7, 7-9pm. Buy your copy of the Delaware Retro Roadbook here during the event and Mod B will autograph it for […]
![[EVENT] Retro Roadmap NJ Presentation – East Brunswick Library June 1](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Screen-Shot-2017-05-27-at-10.58.41-AM-900x400.png "[EVENT] Retro Roadmap NJ Presentation – East Brunswick Library June 1")
Want to find out what places are Mod Betty’s faves in the Garden State, just in time for summer road trip fun? Come to the East Brunswick Public Library on Thursday June 1, 7pm to find out – Details here!
![[EVENT] Retro Roadcamper at Wilmo-A-Go-Go Sunday May 28!](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/wilmo-a-go-go--900x400.jpg "[EVENT] Retro Roadcamper at Wilmo-A-Go-Go Sunday May 28!")
Hitting the Road, “Clampet Style” with the Retro Roadcamper at Wilmo-a-Go-Go vending Delaware Retro Roadbooks! Come visit! Here are the details – see you there! Wilmo-A-Go-Go Facebook Page
Ta-da! My very first Retro Roadmap Roadbook is now available, bringing you “Mod Betty’s favorite Cool Vintage Places and Retro Fun” in a handy to take along travel guide. But it’s a lot more than that…. I started with Delaware and am creating more for each state, highlighting the Cool Vintage Places and Retro Fun that still […]
As you know Mod Betty is a fan of JoRetro Vintage Market in Havre de Grace, Maryland and that’s why she’s sharing the info about their Vintage Festival on Saturday April 29, 2017 even though she can’t be there herself (sadface.) But you can, so go and celebrate your love of all things vintage, and Pyrex, […]
Many people ask me how and why I started Retro Roadmap, and what started it all. And funny for me to think that after all these years so many things about me have changed, but so many remain the same. Like my love of old theaters. This began in the early 1980s, and has lasted […]
Retro Roadmappers who dig jazz age fashion, photographs and fun – the Charles Sheeler: Fashion, Photography and Sculptural Form exhibit at the James A. Michener Art Museum in Doylestown Pennsylvania is for you. The Photos This groundbreaking multimedia exhibit features a large number of never-before displayed fashion photographs from Vogue and Vanity Fair taken between […]
Mod Betty often remembers when she and Retro Roadhusband moved to Phoenixville, PA and were just getting to know the town. We had no idea what to expect when we opened the door to the Fisherman Restaurant, but as soon as we stepped in, we stepped back in time – and loved it! So it […]
It’s the latest Retro Roadmap video! The Milton Theatre in Milton Delaware. Mod Betty is thrilled that this 100 year old small town theatre has come back to life! A home for the creative in this community, it has something for everyone. Please watch, like, enjoy and SHARE – thanks Retro Roadmappers, and Happy Holidays! […]
Mod Betty is a fan of the classic 5 & 10, so she chose a few for them to highlight in this writeup when House Beautiful asked! And the bonus about this lil feature? Mod Betty discovered even MORE Five and Dimes to check out. Every little bit helps, getting the word out about the places […]
![Rare Vintage Diner For Sale! Phoenixville Pennsylvania’s Vale-Rio [Update: SOLD!]](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/PICT0108-900x400.jpg "Rare Vintage Diner For Sale! Phoenixville Pennsylvania’s Vale-Rio [Update: SOLD!]")
SOLD! UPDATE: April 2017 – Philadelphia attorney Tom Kline is the new owner of the vintage diner, which has been hauled out of Phoenixville. Thank you Mr. Kline for saving it! Details here. http://6abc.com/news/rare-vintage-diner-moves-to-new-home-after-restoration/1840642/ January 1, 2017 – a good way to start the new year! Mod Betty has been informed that the diner has been […]
Mod Betty always encourages folks to shop in actual authentic vintage shops whenever possible, but sometimes it can be hard to find exactly what you’re looking for. That’s why I’ve created this fun little Retro Roadmap pop-up shop on Amazon filled with some of my very favorite Retro Roadmap Recommended books, each of which I […]
![Marshmallow Fluff – Made in Massachusetts for almost 100 Years. [Sweet!]](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/IMG_4547-900x400.jpg "Marshmallow Fluff – Made in Massachusetts for almost 100 Years. [Sweet!]")
Mod Betty isn’t much of a cook, but once a year she’s all about the Fluff. You see, she’s a Massachusetts gal, so many a holiday season she makes Never Fail Fudge and Marshmallow Treats from this locally made marshmallow creme creation. Heck, her recipes even come from the Fluff Yummy Book that she sent away for years ago! Since […]
As a budding Retro Roadbook writer, Mod Betty knows the hard work that goes into creating a guidebook and publishing it independently, so she was thrilled to see Michael Milne’s 2 year jaunt to catalogue the classic car museums in the US become a print reality. Go, MM! If you’re a fan of vintage and […]
Mod Betty is excited to share info about the dedication event coming up this Saturday, for a Philadelphia mural commemorating entertainment legends from Philly that we hold near and dear to our hearts! I hope to see you on Saturday October 15th between 2 and 4:30pm at the corner of Broad and Tasker streets in Philadelphia, PA to celebrate […]
![Boston Globe Sunday Travel Front Page – Retro Roadmap / Mod Betty [Woot!]](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/IMG_0496-1-900x400.jpg "Boston Globe Sunday Travel Front Page – Retro Roadmap / Mod Betty [Woot!]")
Gang – Quick note and link to share some fun news – Mod B was featured in a Q&A about Retro Roadmap on the front page of the Sunday Boston Globe travel section! Click here to read the entire interview online at the Boston Globe!
Well, we got an extra season more than we expected, but now officially the Route 1 Saugus Mini Golf empire is closing on September 25th. Another disappearing icon in what used to be a great strip of “Saug-vegas” – and especially that iconic orange dino: We had a great Retro Roadmap Meetup there, having fun […]
Even though she’s too busy to begin with, Mod Betty is following through on an idea she’s had for far too long: The Retro Roadmap Roadbook series! My plan is to create one for each state, and thanks to the modern convenience of online self-publishing services, I figure that can keep me busy for the next 50 years […]
Retro Roadmappers! As some of you may know, our Kickstarter campaign was so successful we raised more support than our original goal, so there are a few more Retro Roadmap videos coming your way. This one – Doyle’s Diner in Selbyville, Delaware is extra special to me, having moved to Delaware from Mass (when Retro […]
Mod Betty had one of the more thrilling experiences of her life when Ambassador of Americana, inspiration to roadtrippers everywhere, Charles Phoenix visited Retro Roadmap HQ in Phoenixville Pennsylvania, and spent time with Mod Betty! Charles has been an inspiration to Mod B ever since she happened upon his book Americana The Beautiful 10 years […]
![Turn Up The Fun! Retro Roadmap Video Debut [Theme Song – Sing Along!]](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/turn-up-the-fun-900x400.png "Turn Up The Fun! Retro Roadmap Video Debut [Theme Song – Sing Along!]")
It’s the latest Retro Roadmap video! Did you know that the Retro Roadmap video actually has words? Yes! It is a full fledged awesome poppy song written, played and recorded by Cliff Hillis (you folks know him as Retro Roadhusband ;-)) As soon as you hear it you’ll be signing along – and want to […]
![Mod Betty Makes Her TV Debut on WHYY This Friday [VIDEO NOW POSTED!]](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Friday-Arts-New-show-Friday-at-8-30pm-Friday-Arts-goes-to-The...-900x400.png "Mod Betty Makes Her TV Debut on WHYY This Friday [VIDEO NOW POSTED!]")
UPDATE! Here’s the link to the video If you can’t watch it above, here’s the link to the page: http://whyy.org/cms/fridayarts/the-age-of-aquarius-in-chester-county-fermentation-and-common-touch/ And it will also be shown a few more times on WHYY-TV! Mod Betty is excitedly awaiting her TV appearance in WHYY’s Friday Arts show piece on the Chester County Historical Society’s 1960s Exhibit The […]
The Retro Roadmap Vintage Tiki Weekend 2016 was a fun success, and a perfect excuse to dust off the tiki togs and visit the country’s mid-century-motel mecca, Wildwood New Jersey. Even if you missed it, you can create your own Vintage Weekend in Wildwood yourself: Here’s all you do! Pick an Authentic Vintage Mid Century Motel […]
Mod Betty and Retro Roadhusband rarely stay at the big chain hotels, but when it’s decorated like our house, and looks totally inspired by Wildwood NJ we make an exception. We just had to see for ourselves what Universal Orlando’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort was all about, and as you can see from our photos, […]
Wildwood Vintage / Tiki Weekend 2016! The Caribbean Motel – Wildwood, NJ – Friday May 13-Sunday May 15, 2016 Aloha, Retro Roadmappers! Rooms are now available for the Wildwood Vintage / Tiki Weekend at Wildwood’s Most Mid-Century-Marvelous Motel – The Caribbean! You remember Wildwood, right? We did a fun video there – watch below and […]
You guys! Good news from the folks back home! The Saugus MA Route 1 Miniature Golf course with the iconic Orange Dinosaur is open for one more season! As posted on the Route 1 Miniature Golf Facebook Page: In September 2015, Route One Miniature Golf and Batting Cages announced that it would be closing its […]
Mod Betty has always had a soft spot for Route 1 in Saugus Massachusetts, ever since she discovered it many years ago. The lights! The Signs! The Over The Top Architecture! To her- heaven. So many of these places are not here anymore, or are a shell of their former self, but they live on […]
Mod Betty can’t be everywhere to show folks the cool vintage places, but if you’re in Nashville Walkin’ Nashville is the kind of guided tour that is right up our Retro Roadmap alley! (Or should I say Printer’s Alley, since that’s included in the tour?!) The Music City Legends Tour offered by our pal and expert […]
Mod Betty is sad to share the news of the passing of Phoenixville Pennsylvania’s “Grandmother to All” Mrs. Freda Hirsch, just a few days shy of what would have been her 98th birthday. ( Here is a link to her official obituary ) Freda at 92, still behind the counter, with a smile for everyone. […]
Gang – Mod Betty hasn’t been meaning to hold out on you, but when she was perusing her photos yesterday she was simply aghast at how many Retro Roadmap worthy places we’ve been to but not posted on Retro Roadmap to share with you all. Like this gorgeous neon sight from our trip to Portland […]
Is your New Year’s Resolution to make a life change and perhaps own a classic slice of Americana – a downtown movie house? Now is your chance! All you need to do is to write a 250 word essay explaining: “Why would you be the best person (or family or group) to be the new owner of the […]
Mod Betty is always happy to spread the word about Cool Vintage Places (and Retro Fun!) so when Meggen Taylor of Find Everything Historic asked for an interview, Mod B was more than happy to oblidge! Find Everything Historic is “The leading real estate, travel, and design search platform exclusively dedicated to historic properties and […]
We did it!! 12 – count ’em TWELVE – video episodes of Retro Roadmap have now officially been created and shared! This was our original Kickstarter goal and I am so proud and thrilled to have gotten to this point in the project. Of course (it goes without saying but I am going to say […]
![Do Your Holiday Shopping at an Authentic 5&10 [Retro Roadmap Meetup!]](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/6475062799-900x400.jpg "Do Your Holiday Shopping at an Authentic 5&10 [Retro Roadmap Meetup!]")
Retro Roadmap holiday meetup Sine’s 5&10 Quakertown PA Sunday 11/29 11am-1pm Spend your holiday shopping dollars in a place you want to see survive – Sine’s 5+10 in Quakertown PA (and not the big and boring chain stores.) Mod Betty is hostessing a Retro Roadmap meetup on Sunday 11/29 at her favorite (and one of the […]
![The Latest Retro Roadmap Video – It’s a Really Big Shoe! [Video]](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Retro-Roadmap-episode-11-thumbnail-900x400.png "The Latest Retro Roadmap Video – It’s a Really Big Shoe! [Video]")
Mod Betty is so excited to share with you the one, the only Shoe House of York, PA – it’s got some great new owners as of 2015, take a look inside and see why you should put this on your Retro Roadmap Roadtrip list!
Retro Roadmap Reporter Keith Valcourt spied Ollie’s Trolley on his recent jaunt to Washington DC and suggested it as a possible addition to Retro Roadmap, based on the date on their sign. Alas, Mod B can be quite the stickler (or stinker, say some) when it comes to what graces these fair pages, and when […]
August 2015 Update: It it always a sad day when I have to remove a place from Retro Roadmap. This usually happens when the authentic vintage charm that we love so much has been obliterated by remodeling/remuddling, turning a once “real” place into just another cookie cutter establishment. Those are not what Retro Roadmap is all about, […]
Mod Betty can’t help it (she can’t help it, the girl can’t help it!) – even when traveling overseas her eyes are attuned to spying the vintage and the retro. So even in Ireland while she was truly enjoying what that beautiful country has to offer and is famous for, she could not help but […]
Hey gang! Just wanted to share some thrilling news that Mod Betty has been invited to speak at the upcoming Pennsylvania Statewide Conference on Heritage! Thanks to YOU readers and supporters of our successful Retro Roadmap Video Series Kickstarter Campaign, Preservation Pennsylvania has asked me to discuss my experiences with crowdsourcing in the session “A Drop […]
We had a great time at Sine’s Five and Ten in Quakertown PA, meeting fellow Retro Roadmappers, eating lunch/breakfast/ice cream at their lunch counter, and shopping for fun 5 & 10 finds! If this sound like fun to you – join the Retro Roadmap Meetup group – click here! We’ll be visiting more cool authentic vintage […]
Mod Betty & Retro Roadhusband are heading home from a bucket list roadtrip and we had such an awesome time, we wanted to make sure you did too on your next Retro Roadtrip. Here are a few tips to make the most of your trip! 1. Make The Most of a Layover! OK so this […]
![Retro Roadmap Vintage Wildwood Tiki Weekend a Success! [TONS of Photos!]](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/Retro-Roadmap-Wildwood-Tiki-Weekend-Photo-By-Mod-Betty-900x400.jpg "Retro Roadmap Vintage Wildwood Tiki Weekend a Success! [TONS of Photos!]")
Gang – Mod Betty has just about recovered from hostessing her first of what hopefully be many more Retro Roadmap vintage weekends and wanted to share the fun we had supporting the cool vintage places in Wildwood NJ! A group of 60+ Retro Roadmappers sold out the iconic Caribbean Motel in fabulous Wildwood NJ […]
Hey gang – we’re just back from our successful Vintage Tiki Weekend in fabulous Wildwood NJ, and excited to share our latest video of that Mid Century Motel Mecca with you all. Enjoy and let’s get psyched for summer!
![Good News from White Horse Grill Berwick PA [Mod B is Smiling!]](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/16862110336_e56dde41a0_z-900x400.jpg "Good News from White Horse Grill Berwick PA [Mod B is Smiling!]")
Retro Roadmap readers may recall that a few weeks ago I posted about a gem of a find – the White Horse Grill in Berwick PA. While regular sites don’t get that they’re open MOD BETTY knew that they were still in biz, and put ’em on Retro Roadmap! I sent a link to Jeri, […]
Regular Retro Roadmap Readers know that Sine’s 5&10 in Quakertown PA is one of Mod Betty’s favorite places around, and I can’t help but want to share this gem with THE WORLD! That’s why I’ve created a Retro Roadmap Meetup to get folks to come eat at their authentic lunch counter and shop in their store. […]
Do you like shopping for cool vintage “stuff” without the hassle of driving from one shop to another? Want to meet other folks who dig cool old stuff? My pals at Lulu Boutique and Gifterie in Phoenixville have arranged for all the cool vintage stuff to be in one place with their 3rd and best […]
Mod Betty is thrilled to have her first International Podcast Appearance on Koop Kooper’s Cocktail Nation – streaming from that swanky city of Sydney Australia! Click here to her discuss the Vintage Tiki Weekend in Wildwood, Retro Roadmap and more!
UPDATED 4/21/15 – Sadly we have to CANCEL our appearance at Sledfest 2015, due to unforseen circumstances. However, that does not mean you can’t still go and enjoy a wonderful day of Retro Fun! Enjoy every moment you have on the planet, people. Life is short! xo Mod B. Vintage cars, antiques and vendors, […]
![Mod Betty Quoted to Help #SaveNYC [Every Little Bit Helps!]](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Mod-Betty-Retro-Roadmap-Beth-Lennon-SaveNYC-AMNewYork-2015-900x400.jpg "Mod Betty Quoted to Help #SaveNYC [Every Little Bit Helps!]")
Mod Betty knows the importance of fighting the good fight and helping to save Authentic Vintage Businesses everywhere, so she was thrilled when asked to chime in on the newly created and rapidly growing #SaveNYC campaign. AMNewYork contacted Mod B, who, while not a NYC resident, still has strong feelings for the city, and how […]
Mod B is a fan of authentic vintage diners, and New Jersey is the birthplace of many of ’em – so let’s go have fun and find out about the history of these stainless steel structures on Sunday April 12th 1-4pm! NJ Diner Fan and Author of “The History of Diners in New Jersey” Michael […]
It’s a Retro Roadmap Meetup! Saturday April 11 in Phoenixville, PA Join Mod Betty and her pals from Lulu Boutique and Giftery at the Colonial Theatre for the classic film The Wizard of Oz on the big screen Saturday April 11 at 2pm. This is a rare opportunity to see this family-favorite movie the way […]
Mod Betty is wicked excited to get in the Mad Men mood with the fine gals at Mod House Vintage and Lulu Boutique & Gifterie both located in downtown Phoenixville. The Meetup will be at Mod House Vintage ( 32 Gay Street, Phoenixville) from 6-9 on Sunday March 29 (This is the Sunday BEFORE the […]
A Retro Roadmap Meetup! Saturday April 11, 2015 Boyertown, MA Mod Betty loves vintage diners, pie and cool old vehicles – so come along and have fun with all 3 on Saturday April 11 at the Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles. This is their 4th annual Diner Day where their authentic vintage diner will be […]
![More Photos Fewer Words = More Authentic Vintage Places on The Site [Getting the Word Out Sooner!]](https://www.retroroadmap.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/IMG_5844-900x400.jpg "More Photos Fewer Words = More Authentic Vintage Places on The Site [Getting the Word Out Sooner!]")
Gang – Mod Betty here, thinkin away. I’ve always been a photo gal more than a word gal (and I bet some of you are saying, “no duh! We’ve read your writing…sheeesh!”) While I’ve forever loved sharing these cool vintage places, signs, experiences, music etc it has often been a challenge for me to put those feelings […]
Retro Roadmap Meetup – Sunday March 15, 2015 Starting at 12:30pm we’ll take a tour of the historic Colonial Theatre (built in 1903) in beautiful downtown Phoenixville PA, then watch “The Quiet Man” starring John Wayne and Maureen O’Hara on the big screen at 2pm! “John Wayne plays an American prizefighter who travels back to […]
SOLD OUT WITHIN THE FIRST WEEK! – Mod Betty is hostessing a fab vintage tiki weekend at one of Wildwood NJ most iconic authentic 1950s motels! While this sold out immediately, we’re eyeing more events like this in the future so stay tuned! Vintage Tiki Weekend at Wildwood’s Caribbean Motel – hostessed by Mod Betty! Friday May 15 until […]
Go on a Mod Betty guided tour of Phoenixville’s historic Colonial Theatre, then watch To Kill a Mockingbird on their big screen! Meet Mod Betty in the lobby of the historic Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville, PA for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of this 100+ year old theatre. You will be able to see parts of […]
Hey gang, Retro Roadmap is now on Meetup! For those of you who aren’t familiar with Meetup, it’s a site that will help us organize and streamline the whole “Retro Roadmap Roundup” process – from getting the word out to tracking RSVPs, sharing photos and a whole lot more! Click here to create your profile […]
We don’t have any big travel plans this year (next year, crossing fingers!) so Mod B is trying to find those Retro Roadmap worthy places and sites close to home! Today we do some ‘sploring in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania – enjoy! My pal HP and I started with a wicked tasty breakfast at Daddypop’s Diner […]
Retro Roadhusband and I have not found much of a reason to visit Delaware County, Pennsylvania but this weekend we made up for lost time! The excuse to see 79 year old guitar legend Charlie Gracie on his home turf was enough to have us fighting commuter traffic on a Friday night and as luck […]
Thanks to the overwhelming response, we’ve reached Maximum Capacity for this tour – how exciting! Stay tuned for more Retro Roadmap Roundups throughout the year! Happy New Year, all! Last year was filled with some great stuff – our video series! Mentions in magazine articles! Retro Roadmap Meetups! But some sobering things too, like the closing of […]
We’re hitting the road for the holidays (visiting the fam up north) but wanted to wish all of you a very happy holiday season! If you see the Retro Roadmobile on the roads – we’re Massachusetts bound, just like this peppy ditty 🙂 xo Mod B & Retro Roadhusband
Dear readers – I hope you know that Mod B isn’t the “showy-offy” type – but in the interest of the Retro Roadmap Legacy I wanted to make sure I highlighted some of the unexpected reviews, writeups and shoutouts that Retro Roadmap has gotten in the past few months. I’ve compiled it into 1 post, […]
Well this is a nice surprise! I just got a tip that Retro Roadmap is being featured on Page 16 of the Jan 2015 issue of Hemmings Motor News. Sweet vintage cars on the front – this is a keeper! I’m liking the part when they say (about my video appearances) “Lennon does a great […]
TA-DA! Click here to watch the latest Retro Roadmap video – filmed at the beautiful Roxy Theatre in Northampton, Pennsylvania!
Cafe Edison in NYC is scheduled to close, but not without a fight! Let’s show ’em that people like us care about places like this! Mod Betty will be eating matzo ball soup with a protest sign, and welcomes all Retro Roadmap readers to join in as we celebrate this legendary space. Sunday December 14, […]
Mod Betty is all about connecting – connecting people up with cool vintage places, connecting up cool vintage loving people with other cool vintage people, connecting up people with cool vintage events – nothing makes her happier! Invites, contests, posts, photos – you name it, Mod B does it! All in the name of getting the […]
We had a great time meeting Retro Roadmap Readers and folks like us who dig cool vintage places, at the November Retro Roadmap Roundup at The Fisherman in Phoenixville, PA: As you might’ve read over on the Retro Roadmap blog entry – the Phoenixville community has been reminded of what I’ve been telling them all […]
Retro Roadmap hit the big apple for our latest video, visiting Donohue’s Steak House on the Upper East Side with our trusty “spirits geek” Tony Sachs! Click here to watch Retro Roadmap video episode #5 to learn about the history of Donohue’s, Manhattans, scrod and More! Please share to get the word out about these […]
YOU GUYS! THIS IS SO COOL! You may remember how I wrote not too long ago that my fave Retro Roadmap worthy restaurant in my town of Phoenixville – The Fisherman – was thinking of closing. I had hoped that it would bring folks into the restaurant and give them a shot in the arm. […]
I rarely go on Twitter but tonight I’m glad I did, as I learned that the landmark Edison Cafe in New York City’s Times Square is being forced to close, to be replaced by (ugh) a “white-tablecloth restaurant with ‘a name chef,’” according to the NY Times. (and in linking to that article I learned that Smith’s […]
Hey there Retro Roadmap Readers – Mod B is on the road with Retro Roadhusband in Music City Nashville USA! We haven’t been here in a few years and I was surprised to learn that Hatch Show Prints has moved off of Broadway and is now part of the Country Music Hall of Fame – […]
Mod Betty is super psyched to share the latest Retro Roadmap episode highlighting a classic roadside attraction – Roadside America in Shartlesville, PA – “You Have To See It To Believe It!” Here’s the link, to view and to share – let’s get the word out to as many people as we can about these […]
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Mod B is excited to remind everyone that we’re heading up to The New England Shake Up Rockabilly event in Sturbridge MA this weekend. And while I don’t have the pencil skirt and Bettie Page bangs down pat, I do loves me some rockabilly music and seeing everyone get dolled up – it’s an inspiration! […]
With Retro Roadmap, Mod Betty makes it easy for you to find Cool Vintage Places - (grand)mom & (grand)pop places that have stood the test of time while still retaining their authentic charm.
Along the way we'll have some Retro Fun at gatherings that celebrate the best of the decades before us.
By visiting and supporting these places you will be helping to keep them alive, and to reinforce that their vintage look and charm is something worth saving and preserving, not stuccoing over in an attempt to update. We love the old stuff!
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