Hi Neighbor!
Spring has finally Sprung on the Main Line! The days are now lighter longer and filled with warmer weather and they have me thinking non-stop about a much-needed Spring Break vacation.
Spring Break was never a big thing for me growing up. I lived in a neighborhood where everyone went to a small catholic elementary school from K-8, so for us Holy Week was our Spring Break, and that did not include traveling! The same was true for High School, same number of days off, but usually with a ton of homework!
It wasn’t until I was married with almost three children (ages 7, 5, and one still baking) did I go away for my first ever Spring Break trip! We packed up the car with snacks and stuffed animals and headed south to Washington, DC for a few days to visit as many tourist spots as we could! The next year, after our third child was born, we ventured further south to Myrtle Beach. Two years later, in search of warmer weather, we went to Hilton Head and that became our spring break destination for six years! Each year we would pack up the car with snacks, stuffed animals, wawa hoagies, and get on the road at 3:00 am to beat the DC area traffic. Every year was better than the one before and we always looked forward to March or April for Spring Break, that is until we hit the Spring Break Dead Zone. Our southern trips ended once we had high school rowers who had mandatory practices over spring break. No matter the air or water temperature, our older kids spent their spring break on the Schuylkill River, while my youngest and I schlepped them back and forth to the river ☹.
In the blink of an eye, our fun family spring break trips turned into spring-break staycations.
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Making memories one road trip at a time,
Chris
PS - Staying home for spring break? Below are a few of my favorite daytrips that aren’t too far from the Mainline.
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EGG-CITING SPRING EVENTS FOR EVERYONE!
Easter Egg Scramble
Saturday April 9th, 10:00 AM
Aston Township Community Center, Aston
An egg-cellent morning of fun including an egg hunt, refreshments, a balloon lady, music and a magician. The Easter Bunny will also be on hand for hugs and pictures. Details
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny & Easter Egg Hunt
Sunday, April 10th
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
LuLu Shrine Temple, Plymouth Meeting
Buffet Breakfast, pictures with the Easter Bunny and an egg hunt all to benefit LuLu Shriners. Details
Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, April 16th
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Schauffele Plaza, Ardmore
Pick up your Scavenger Hunt Map at Schauffele Plaza, and then walk throughout Ardmore hunting for Easter Eggs and collecting candy along the way! Details
Spring Fest
Saturday, April 23rd
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Austin Memorial Park, Bryn Mawr
Wolf Performing Arts Center presents Spring Fest, a fun filled festival that celebrates spring and supports the arts and local businesses while having a blast with family, friends, and neighbors! Details
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Rube Goldberg: The World of Hilarious Inventions!
Through May 8th
Wednesday – Sunday, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Please Touch Museum, Philadelphia
Join the fun in this interactive exhibit inspired by Rube Goldberg and his original illustrations. Visitors are invited – and encouraged - to participate in some crazy chain reactions to complete simple tasks made into hysterical feats! Details
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SPRING SPIRITS!
Brothers on the Brandywine - Beer Garden Season Kick-Off!
Sunday, April 3rd
1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Brandywine Outfitters, Coatsville
Enjoy beautiful views, Creekside sippin' by the Brandywine, LIVE MUSIC, and delicious food trucks. Details
Kelly Center Jazz Cocktail
Thursday, April 7th, 7:00 PM
Kelly Center, Havertown
Do you like Jazz? Do you play? You are invited to sit in or just sit back and enjoy! Mike Kaplan of MK and Friends host this open jam session that welcomes players at all skill levels to participate. Free, BYOB welcome for 21+. Details
Newlin Grist Mill Happy Hour
Thursday, April 14th, 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Newlin Grist Mill, Glen Mills
This happy hour is part of an Educational Series that provides an opportunity to chat with Newlin staff to learn more about the Mill, history, archaeology, conservation & more while tasting Penns Woods Wines. Admission is free. Details
Dog Days at Chaddsford
Saturday - Sunday, April 23rd – 24th
12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Chaddsford Winery, Chadds Ford
Spend a day with your best four-legged friend and take in a weekend of tail-waggin' treats, live music, and food truck fare. 10% of all Puppy purchases will be going back to All 4 Paws Rescue and Brandywine Valley SPCA. Details
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DIGGIN’ EARTH DAY!
NarbEarth Day 2022
Saturday, April 30th
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Narberth Park
NarbEarth Day returns after a 2-year pandemic hiatus! The annual environmental fair features vendors, exhibitors, music, food, raffle & more! Rain date will be May 1. Details
Rock the Block
Saturday, April 23rd
Time TBD by location
Norristown, Pottstown, and Upper Darby communities.
In honor of Earth Day, help with planting trees, landscaping, spring clean-up and building a community garden in Habitat for Humanity's three Neighborhood Revitalization Zones within within Norristown, Pottstown, and Upper Darby. All participants will receive a t-shirt, lunch, and snacks! Details
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MUSIC, MOVIES, & MORE
Media Film Festival
Thursday, March 31st - Saturday, April 2nd
Various times - Live and Virtual Options
Media Theater, Media
The Media Film Festival showcases short films from our community and around the world. Details
Second Saturday Kick-off Celebration
Saturday, April 9th
Village of Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia
Stroll the charming, historic blocks of Germantown Avenue to view the works of regional artists while listening to music from talented local bands and traveling minstrels. Spring offerings and delicious new menu items will be available from the shops, restaurants and The Clover Market! Details
Mamma Mia!
Thursday, March 31st - Saturday, April 2nd - 7:00 PM
Saturday, April 2nd - 2:00 PM Matinee
Main Theater at Harriton High School, Bryn Mawr
You can dance, jive, and have the time of your life at the fun, magical disco wedding set in Greece, but taking place live on stage at Harriton High School! Details
A Little Night Music
Friday, May 6th and Saturday, May 7th
8:00 PM
City Avenue, Philadelphia
Stephen Sondheim’s four-time Tony award winning musical is presented by Narberth Community Theatre. Details
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HEALTHY HAPPENINGS
Student Mental Health Crisis: Learn, Survive, Prevail
Wednesday, April 20th
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM, Virtual
DMAX Foundation presents its 8th annual mental health education event. This program will address the reasons behind the ongoing and worsening crisis, and provide solutions to help college students thrive in the face of it. Details
Bonfire Bonanza
April 24th-April 29th, Virtual
Brandon's Voice is hosting an online auction and raffle event in support of igniting Autism acceptance into action! 100% of proceeds will be used to fund autism education curriculums, job training, and research on ASD in order to help those on the spectrum gain a more equitable and fair experience as they go through life. Details
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What the Main Line is talking about!
The Main Line is abuzz with a new sushi spot, an eco-friendly way to stock up on household essentials, a surprise opening (and closing) of a controversial business in Radnor and more…
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The Baldwin School develops bright, talented girls into confident, accomplished women with vision, global understanding and the determination to make enduring contributions to the world.
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Fast Fashion leaving you frenzied and frazzled? It’s time for a full closet detox! Jump-start the season with a Spring Stroll to our eco-friendly retailers.
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Spring is the time to try something new. Make this year special and learn to dance! Couples and singles welcome.
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Summer camp at Wolf PAC will be your best summer yet!
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The Spring Market is in full swing. As a trusted, experienced, local realtor, I can guide you through the process.
Call me if you are considering buying or selling.
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