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Hi Neighbor!

Oh, the comments section. During the initial Covid shutdown I lost hours (hours!) to the comments sections of various blogs and news sites. My world had drastically shrunk, and I was eager for an escape. Some of the comments I read were thoughtful and made me rethink my stance on various issues; others were mean and downright hurtful.

But! There’s one comments section that always makes me laugh, and it’s found in an unlikely place: The New York Times’ Cooking site. I visit the site for recipe ideas, but I stay for the comments. (Actually, the comments section is called “Cooking Notes,” which the editors say helps prevent snark.) There’s even an Instagram account @nytimescookingcomments that reposts the funniest and strangest comments left on the site.

Here are a few gems... READ MORE

Stay Salty!
Kate

 
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SPRING FLINGS

BBQ, Blues, & Brews
Saturday, May 14
1:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Brothers On The Brandywine Beer Garden
Live Music with Roger Girke. Details

All-Star Craft Beer, Wine, and Cocktail Music Festival
Saturday, May 14
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM; 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Citizens Bank Park, Philadelphia 
Bring your friends to enjoy the 4th year of this incredible celebration of craft beers, wines, and cocktails while listening to live music throughout the ballpark. Details

Spring Festival at Downingtown Vintage
Saturday, May 21
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Downingtown
Perfect timing for a Spring Festival complete with food trucks, vendors, and entertainment. Details

Kensington Derby & Arts Festival
Saturday, May 14
Noon to 6:00 PM
The Kensington Derby & Arts Festival has drawn families, foodies, artists and inventors to East Kensington for one of Philly’s wackiest celebrations of local flavor. Part arts festival—with more than 100 vendors selling everything from food to handmade goods—and part parade of human-powered vehicles that wind along a three-mile urban obstacle course ending in the epic mud pit finale. Details

PRANCING & PARADING

Gladwyne Memorial Day Parade & Block Party

Monday, May 30

12:00 PM – 3:30 PM

Gladwyne Park

Families are invited to decorate their bikes, wagons and strollers and walk or ride in the parade. The parade begins at noon followed by a ceremony honoring veterans and a block party with plenty of food, fun and entertainment. Details

Devon Horse Show and Country Fair

May 26 – June 5

The fairgrounds are filled with exclusive souvenirs, boutique shopping, unique food, an art gallery, and an expansive Midway featuring a Ferris wheel, carousel, and games for children of all ages. Details

2022 Dogwood Festival

May 18 – 21

6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Reeves Park, Phoenixville

Bring the whole family to enjoy a carnival, the Dogwood Parade, food and vendors, a bingo night, and a beer garden. Details

DINING & DEMOS

Dining Under the Stars

Wednesdays through September 28

Media

Dine alfresco all summer long in Media! Choose from nearly two dozen participating restaurants along State Street. Details

Toodlerpalooza

Saturday, May 21

9:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Barnes Foundation West Terrace

Bring your toddler for a morning of fun activity stations and musical performances. Includes access to the Barnes galleries.  Details

Historic Timeline

Saturday, May 21 - 22

Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation, Newtown Square

See reenactors and demonstrations from time periods throughout history showcase the evolution of domestic, military, agricultural, and trade-based technologies and skills. Details

Township Open House

Saturday, May 14th

10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Ardmore

Take a station tour, see police and fire vehicles, a K-9 exhibit, along with face painting, balloon animals and refreshments. Details

PIZZA & POTIONS

The Cauldron

Opens Friday, May 20

1305 Locust St., Philadelphia

Check out this fantasy-inspired bar and restaurant where guests wield magic wands and brew molecular drinks. Vegan, nonalcoholic and gluten-free drinks available too. Details

Children's Pizza Box Plein Air

Saturday, June 4

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Wayne Art Center

Children are invited to join in for their very own outdoor painting event. Using a pizza box easel, children ages 6 to 11 will create a unique painting ready to be framed. A pizza lunch follows. Details

Pizza Pizzazz

Monday, June 6th

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Creutzburg Center, Radnor

Add some pizzazz to your next pizza party! Learn the best premade crust brands to use, along with flavorful topping, cheese and sauce combos to try. Details

ROCKIN’ & ROLLIN’

Spring Saunter

Saturday, May 21

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Riverbend Environmental Education Center

This family-friendly walk takes participants around the preserve to explore Riverbend’s habitat restoration projects and other areas of interest. Pay what you wish. Details

Twilight Tours

Through Sunday, September 4

Eastern State Penitentiary

Experience Eastern State's historic cellblocks as the sun goes down. Reflect on Eastern State’s history and the legacy of criminal justice reform through hands-on activities like trivia, letter-writing and collaborative art projects. Stop by the Fair Chance Beer Garden to eat, drink and relax al fresco. Details

Haverford Reserve Trail Running Series

Wednesdays, May 25 – July 20, 7:00 PM

Haverford

This series will provide low-pressure trail running opportunities for runners all ages and abilities. Runs take place on the trails of Haverford Reserve. Details

A Little Night Music

Through Saturday May 21st

Narberth Community Theatre

Performed by talented area residents, exploring new possibilities, romances, second chances with wit and humor. Details

For the first time since 2019 the Haverford Spring Fest Music Festival is back! 

Spring Fest kicks off a music festival season that includes 5 big outdoor FREE live music events sponsored by the Kelly Center for Music, Arts and Community.  Haverford Spring Fest is FREE Admission, features Live Music on 2 stages with a  Beer Garden, Food, Vendors, Kid's Fun Zone, Crafters and more!

For more info visit our website.

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Come and learn more about Gladwyne Montessori at one of our upcoming events!

Applications for the 2023-24 school year are now available on our website. 

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Visit our Ardmore location or shop online at rikumo.com.

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Advance tickets are available now for DOWNTON ABBEY: A NEW ERA, starting Friday, May 20, at BMFI! 

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