Hello Neighbor!
June is when I compile a list of books to read for the summer and I’m sharing my prerequisites because I like to share…and give unsolicited advice.
My first rule of thumb when gathering summer reading is nothing too complicated. I don’t like to be overly challenged in the heat of the summer. That means nothing political (current events are depressing and causes overheating). That means no “heavy” literature (literally heavy, as those books are large, and figuratively heavy, as most of them overflow with slogging thought provoking symbolism).
Second of all, the setting is important. Approved settings are New England lake houses, lawn weddings, beaches with cozy coves and inlets, hikes through strawberry fields, cycling through Tuscany.
When selecting a book I ask myself, “Can I read this while sipping on a margherita or a crisp rosé?” That narrows it down considerably.
Characters need to be dealing with problems that you truly believe are worthy issues in their particular lives, but, in reality, you’d laugh in your friend’s face if she came to you with the same issue. Oh, and there should be a hunky hero that likes relaxing in a hammock because hopefully I’ll be spending a lot of time reading in a hammock this summer.
Other guidelines I follow
- No to characters dying of cancer.
- Yes to log cabins, ranches or bungalows but only as second homes.
- No to weird uncles
- Yes to dogs and babies because who doesn’t love them?
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| Happy reading…while sipping rosé!
Beth
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| DAY FOR DAD
Philadelphia Father’s Day Run
Sunday, June 16th
On Site Registration 7:00 AM, Race Start: 8:30 AM
Paine’s Park – MLK Drive, Philadelphia
Run with Dad to fight prostate cancer. Come dressed wearing your best bow tie or necktie! The net proceeds will benefit Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center Prostate Cancer Programs to support screening, education and research to reduce the burden of prostate cancer in patiens and their families.
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Father’s Day Craft
Saturday, June 15th
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Ludington Library
5 S. Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr
Bring Dad by the children’s room for quality time playing board games and doing a craft.
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| SUMMER LEARNING
Gladwyne – Swedes In Space
Tuesday, June 18th
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Gladwyne Library
362 Righters Mill Rd., Gladywyne
Families will explore the life of astronauts and their intensive training to prepare for space. Learn about Swedish-American NASA astronaut Buzz Aldrin (the second human to set foot on the moon together with Neil Armstrong in 1969) and Christer Fuglesang, who became the first Swedish astronaut in space in 2006. Participants will experience astronaut training and will help children practice STEM and team-building skills through hands-on activities.
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Grandparents University
Monday, June 24th – Wednesday, June 26th
West Chester University
700 South High St., West Chester
Three days and two nights of bonding between grandparents and their grandchildren. Living in the University’s newest residence halls, sharing meals at the dining hall, attending interactive classes, exploring campus, and enjoying nightly entertainment. Classes range from creating a TV newscast, making robtos, ropes adventure course, wellness, creative writing, money matters, and more.
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| OUTDOOR TUNES
Bryn Mawr Twilight Concerts
Saturday, June 8th
Singer/songwritier Blair Bodine with The Lift Offs
7:00 PM
The Bryn Mawr Gazebo
9 S. Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr
Bring lawn chairs, blankets and picnics and enjoy a variety of music genres.
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Narberth Music and Arts Festival
Sunday, June 9th
12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Music: Intersection of Forrest Ave and Haverford Ave; Artist's Alley: Forrest Avenue between Haverford and Windsor
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Wayne Music Festival
Saturday, June 8th
2:00 PM – 11:00 PM
North Wayne and West Avenues, Wayne
The event attracts more than 10,000 people each year to enjoy a wide range of musical genres and artists from all over the country. The Wayne Music Festival highlights local and regional acts, as well as over 75 local restaurants and vendors. In conjunction with the Music is Love Foundation, this year’s festival will be raising money for pediatric medical causes.
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| FOOD & FUN
TRAILS & ALES
Nice Cream Social
Hip City Veg
June 8th
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Suburban Square
Ardmore
Celebrating the grand opening of HipCityVeg Ardmore with free Banana Whip sundaes and donations going toward Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Balloon animals, photo booth, face painting and more.
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| Trails On Tap
June through August
Various Locations
Trails On Tap is a traveling beer garden that supports the Schuylkill River Trail. Trails on Tap brings a pop-up beer garden to different Montgomery County Parks this summer and a portion of all proceeds benefit the nonprofit Schuylkill River Greenway. Enjoy delicious food, Mainstay beer, relax on chairs and hammocks, free bike and kayak share.
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Take a Hike
Sunday, June 16th
4:30 PM and 6:30 PM
The Willows Mansion
490 Darby Paoli Rd., Villanova
A four-mile instructor-lead hike at a moderate pace exploring the many trails of the park and Skunk Hollow.
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| LACE UP
Haverford Reserve Trail Running Series
Wednesday, June 26th
7:00 PM
9000 Parkview Dr., Haverford
A low-pressure training running opportunity for all ages and abilities on the trails of Haverford Reserve. Race proceeds benefit the trails in Haverford Township.
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Midsummer Night 5K Series
Thursday, June 13th
7:30 PM
South Ardmore Park
1498 South Sussex Rd., Wynnewood
The first is a series of races in the neighborhoods surrounding South Ardmore Park which follows a slightly rolling course called the “Ardmore Loop.” Awards for each race for overall and age group winners. Post race party held at Hykels Bar and Grill. A very popular kids race preceeds the 5K.
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| FESTIVAL TIME
Manayunk Arts Festival
Saturday, June 22nd
11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
A two-day outdoor arts festival drawing close to 200,000 attendees each year. Hundreds of local and national artists from around the country sell handmade wares of all kinds. Browse through the streets of historic Manayunk, enjoying food, music and alfresco fun. Free event with pay-as-you go food, drinks and shopping with roads closed to traffic.
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Havertown Irish Festival
Saturday, June 22nd
12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Manoa Shopping Center Rear Lot
130 N. Eagle Rd., Havertown
Celebrate all things Irish in June! Live music, dance performances, drink and lots of family fun. Benefits local initiatives, performance arts center, music education and programs.
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Rittenhouse Square Fine Arts Show
Friday, June 7th – Sunday, June 9th
Friday and Saturday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Sunday 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
210 W Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Rich in history as the oldest art show in the country, 140+ professional artists come together to share their art.
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Don't miss this fine selection of Estate Antiques; FineArt; Decorative Arts; MidCentury & Modern Design Furnishings; Estate Carpets; Silver; Collectible Beatles/Rock Records, and more, from selected Main Line & Delaware Valley Estates, Homes, and Collections, including the Bringham Estate of Chester Co., PA
610.566.3138
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For 30 years, The Goddard School® has been a trusted name among parents and families. Our classrooms offer age-appropriate opportunities for children to explore and discover.
The Goddard School
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Attend Open House and learn how a Harcum education can land you a promising career. Most majors are still accepting applications for Fall start.
Harcum College
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Experience Summer Theatre Camp at Wolf PAC! Perform in original and Broadway musicals all summer long while gaining skills in acting, singing, and dancing.
Payment plans and scholarships available!
wolfperformingartscenter.org
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If you are headed to the Jersey Shore this summer, you can rest easy knowing the friendly staff you know and love from back home is there, too. From Memorial Day to Labor Day, Party Host Helpers can be there for it all!
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June 11th
6:30 PM
Lower Merion Township Building
75 East Lancaster Ave. Ardmore
The Main Line Chamber of Commerce Foundation, will be awarding 38 volunteer first responders with $46,000 in scholarships to college and trade school. Please join them in thanking our volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers.
The Celebration of Hometown Heroes honors the brave volunteer first responders of the Main Line. These volunteers save lives and property as firefighters and ambulance workers. The Chamber invites the community to come out to this very short celebration to say thank you to them, as the Main Line Chamber of Commerce’s Foundation awards 38 of them with over $46,000 in scholarships to colleges, universities, trade schools, and other types of post secondary education.
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Whether furnishing your home, picking up a new outfit, hitting the gym or looking for a date night spot, Suburban Square has it all!
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Only one week left to catch Caryl Churchill’s A Number, the star-studded, near-future stage thriller that critics are calling "fascinating", "intense", "skillful", and "stunning".
For tickets:
610.644.3500
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Petapalooza in Chestnut Hill
Friday, June 7th
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Germantown & East Highland Ave., Chestnut Hill
Pet rescue organizations, petting zoo, caricaturist, photobooth, food,music, yappy hour, raffles and more. Kids can participate in the Petpalooza Scavenger Hunt in search of 12 blue paw prints hidden in stores and on the sidewalk and win a treat and a free raffle ticket. Support the SPCA by bringingdonations of pet food.
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