Hi Neighbor!
We all have things we don’t need. The question is what’s the best way to get rid of them? Craig’s list? Nah, a little too shady for me. Yard Sale? I used to love the idea of a Yard Sale, and I’ve held quite a few. But let’s be honest, it’s a lot of work…pricing things, advertising, making signs for the neighborhood, and negotiating… nope, I’ll pass. Online Virtual Yard Sale – now we’re talking. The chance to make a little money and clean out your closets. Sometimes that works great and other times it’s just too frustrating negotiating and dealing with no-shows and shady characters. So, what’s a neighbor to do if they are looking for an efficient and safe way to give things away? I suggest using your local Buy Nothing Group.
Buy Nothing Groups are the offspring of the Buy Nothing Project; The mission of the project is to offer people a way to give and receive, share, lend, and express gratitude through a worldwide network of hyper-local gift economies in which the true wealth is the web of connections formed between people who are real-life neighbors.
You can join your local Buy Nothing group via Facebook or the BuyNothing App. READ MORE
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🌻 CHRISTMAS IN JULY
Elf Jr. the Musical
Wednesday, July 20, 10:30 AM
Thursday, July 21, 10:30 AM, and 7:00 PM
Friday, July 22, 10:30 AM
Upper Darby Performing Arts Center, Upper Darby
Celebrate Christmas in July at Summer Stage! Buddy the Elf discovers he’s actually a human raised by elves and embarks on an exciting journey to New York City to find his dad! Details
Christmas in July Luau party
Sunday, July 24th
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Linwood Park, Ardmore
Celebrate Christmas in July with music, games, crafts, pictures with “Santa Jim” and maybe even some SNOW in July! Details
Christmas in July Celebration
Thursday, July 21st - Monday, July 25th
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sesame Place, Langhorne
Cookies with Santa Cookie Monster, Christmas photos with Elmo, and a Christmas Dine opportunity (July 25th) will bring holiday cheer to your summer fun! Details
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Gentle Miss Georgie came to Angel’s Retreat pregnant with 7 puppies. A rescue in West Virginia found her in a municipal shelter and helped her to safety. She gave birth and now both she and her pups are ready for adoption! Mom Georgie is a 4yr old Bluetick Coonhound who is very sweet and shy. The adorable pups are 8 weeks old, playful and fun. As with all puppies, they will need training to make sure they have good puppy manners.
To learn more about Angel's Retreat adoptable dogs: angelsretreat.org
There is a huge misconception that the only dogs in shelter and rescue programs are those with behavior and or medical problems. The truth is that most rescues see a wide variety of dogs pass through their doors on a regular basis. Dogs come from various backgrounds, which may include: pull from another shelter, transport from another region of the country, or owner surrender.
The next time you are looking for a pet to love, check out your local shelters and rescues. They may surprise you!
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SOUNDS OF SUMMER
Upper Darby Summer Stage Shooting Stars
Saturday, July 16
7:30 PM
Rose Tree Park, Media
As part of the Rose Tree Summer Concert series, this group of high-energy performing teens will light up the stage with song and dance routines from Broadway, hit movies and pop music. Details
Summer Fun Jam
Saturday, July 23
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Paddock Park, Havertown
Music Festival, Food, Vendors, Kids Fun Zone and more! Details
Reggae by The River
Thursday, July 21
6:00 PM
East Falls Beer Garden, Philadelphia
Bring your best reggae vibe and enjoy an evening of live music, food trucks, and vendors. Details
Tchaikovsky Spectacular with The Philadelphia Orchestra
Thursday, July 21
8:00 PM
The Mann, Philadelphia
Enjoy fireworks under the stars as Erina Yashima leads the Orchestra in timeless Tchaikovsky pieces: Symphony No. 4, Rococo Variations, and more, culminating in an epic display of fireworks! Details
Blues on The Farm with the Philly Blues Society
Friday, July 22
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
The Farm at Awbury Arboretum, Philadelphia
Bring a picnic and chairs or a blanket to enjoy an evening of Blues music by Harmonica Slim. Beer will be available to purchase from Crooked Eye Brewing. Rain or shine. Details
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Bryn Mawr Twilight Concerts
Select Evenings through August 28
Bryn Mawr Gazebo Park
BYO lawn chairs, food, non-alcoholic beverages and blankets. Details
Rose Tree Summer Festival
Wednesdays – Sundays, through August 14
Rose Tree Park, Media
Performances cover all musical genres. BYO blankets and chairs. Free admission and parking. Details
Sounds of Summer Concert Series Friday, July 15-Minas (Bossa Nova)
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Merwood Park, Havertown Bring a blanket or a camping chair to listen to these amazing bands! Details
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FAMILY FUN NIGHTS
Twilight in the Gardens
Friday, July 22
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens
Bring a blanket, snacks, and drinks to enjoy a magical evening in the Gardens. Live music, crafts, self-guided tours of the mosaicked basement, gallery tours and more! Details
Skate for Peace
Tuesday July 19
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Haverford Skatium, Havertown
Ice Skating, Food, the Philadelphia Flyers Community Caravan and more! Details
Narberth First Friday
Friday, August 5
5:00 PM
Narberth
Live music, beer tastings, art, and special offerings. Details
Lower Merion National Night Out
Tuesday, August 9
6:00 - 9:00 PM
Wynnewood Shopping Center, Wynnewood
Live music, food, Carnival rides, games, police, fire, EMS and more!
Details
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FOODIE FUN!
Philadelphia Taco Festival
Saturday, July 30 – Sunday July 31
2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Xfinity Live, Philadelphia
Tacos, margaritas, games, taco-themed fun, live music, including authentic Mariachi music, and more!
Details
S'mores and More 2022
Saturday, August 13
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Riverbend Educational Center, Gladwyne
National S’mores Day is August 10th! Celebrate by spending the afternoon around a campfire roasting marshmallows and exploring nature. Pay as you Wish, but registration is required. Details
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Community Arts Center Hosts Tenth Annual Tie Dye Music Festival, Saturday, July 16th from 4 PM to 8 PM on the side lawn of the CAC, 414 Plush Mill Road, Wallingford.
The event will feature live music by three bands. During the musical performances, attendees can take part in the creative and colorful process of tie-dying.
CAC staff, volunteers, and resident tie-dye artist Suzanne Brophy will be on hand to help participants with the tie-dye process and with achieving the desired design and color of their finished products. Bottled water and soft pretzels will be available for purchase. Attendees may bring food and beverages.
Admission is free, and no reservations are required. Bring blankets or chairs. Attendees may bring a beach umbrella to use in the sunny areas.
For more information or driving directions, contact Community Arts Center at 610-566-1713, online at communityartscenter.org.
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Malvern Prep is an independent Augustinian school for young men in grades 6 through 12, defined by the Augustinian values of Truth, Unity, and Love.
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Enhance your outdoor space using pathway lighting, accent and uplighting, patio and entertainment space outdoor lighting from Illuminate Landscape lighting.
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Families deal directly with the owner, Christine, who will meet for a free initial assessment.
We assist our care recipients with activities of daily living (ADLs). We are licensed, bonded, insured and carry workers' comp insurance.
OPTIONS offers three great programs: "Live-Out", "Live-In", and "Live-In Plus"
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Highly Rated Kids Golf Camp
Half-day kids golf camp designed for beginners.
It’s the fun way to learn to play!
Register today!
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Premier’s doctors see patients in-person and virtually, and treat a full-range of orthopaedic conditions – including arthritis, sports injuries and more.
Our Broomall office offers walk-in hours from 7:30-8:30 a.m., Mondays and Thursdays.
610-353-0800
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Heiler Painting focuses on interior and exterior residential painting. Our goal is to create amazing experiences for both customers and employees.
We want to be your lifelong painter!
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MRS. HARRIS GOES TO PARIS
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Visit BrynMawrFilm.org for tickets and showtimes.
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