If you graduated from high school during the 50's, a visit to Penny's Diner (their slogan is "we rock and roll") in LaVale, MD will bring back many memories of your prom, "slam books" - the "rec club" - the big turkey-day games and much more. Remember all the slang sayings of the 50's? We'll never forget what our classmates of the 50's used to reply, when asked a question about almost anything: The slang response was usually, "Who Don't Know That!" Penny's Diner is where you can order oldf ashioned malts, sundaes and real milk shakes made from scratch while listening to Heartbreak Hotel by Elvis! A full size photo of rebel without a cause, Jimmy Dean, stands in front of a juke box in the dining area. Penny's interior decor featuring a black and white checked floor, sit-down counter and cozy booths puts you "in the mood" (another 50's favorite saying.) The menu is very moderately  priced. Open 24 hours, Penny's features wonderful breakfasts including three-egg omelets, and low-carb offerings, complete dinners,"be-boppin"  burgers, sandwiches, salads, chalupas, quesadillas, fajitas and desserts. Have you been craving an old-fashioned root beer float? Penny's is the place to enjoy even a"black cow!" If you have to ask what that is, we say "Who Don't Know That!" And if all the decor of the 50's at Penny's puts you in the mood to jitterbug - well go ahead! You can dance in the aisle if you want! Make your 50's reunion complete with a visit to Penny's Diner.

Exit 40 off I-68. Located at 12310 Winchester Road, LaVale, MD next door to the Oak Tree Inn (a very affordable and comfortable place tostay.) For more info:

301-729-6700 or 888-879-9647.