Hi Neighbor!

In mid-August, I spotted Halloween candy in the seasonal grocery aisle. Over Labor Day weekend, I wanted to buy Victory’s Summer Love Ale only to learn Whole Foods isn’t selling it anymore. “Summer’s over. It’s time for all the pumpkin flavors now,” is what I was told. And, I know I’m a minority, but I was saddened to hear Starbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Latte was released this past Tuesday.

I understand that Labor Day is behind us, the kids are back in school, and many vacations are over, but can we slow the pace down? The food industry is taking away our summer! The fall season doesn’t officially commence until late September! After all, peaches, tomatoes, and corn are still on the menu at our local restaurants.

Technology is always blamed for making our lives more fast-paced and hectic than ever, but I blame the creators of pumpkin spice!

A slower-paced life means making time to enjoy whatever you are doing, to appreciate the outdoors, and to focus on whoever you’re talking to or spending time with. I’ll admit, all of this can be more enjoyable with a pumpkin spice beverage…but not yet!

Below is a list of upcoming events and some have “Fall” and “Pumpkin” in the title, but don’t be fooled. The temperatures are still high, the nights are still long, and the fun in the sun continues for a few more weeks!

Stay mindful and in the words of Ferris Bueller, “Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t slow down and look around, you might miss it.”

Enjoy!
Beth

FUN FESTING!

24th Annual Radnor Fall Festival
Sunday, September 18th
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
The Radnor Fall Festival is the largest event put on by the Wayne Business Association with local merchants, service providers and restaurants on hand to share with the community. Street performances by local bands, dancers from local studios, face painting, and carnival rides make it a fun day for the entire family. New this year: ZIPLINE!
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Conshohocken Funfest
Saturday, September 17th
11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Fayette Street (1st Street to 6th Avenue), Conshohocken
Live music throughout the event, children’s area, vendors, crafters, local business and community groups all will make this event a day of excitement and fun. The Funfest 5K starts off the day at 8:00 AM
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The 4th Annual Carnival for a Cure
Thursday, September 22nd – Sunday, September 25th
6:00 PM Thursday and Friday
1:00 PM Saturday and Sunday
Reeves Park
148 3rd Avenue, Phoenixville
A fun-filled day of rides, games, food, vendors, raffle, and entertainment. Proceeds go toward a grant with A.I. DuPont Hospital for Children in Wilmington, DE and toward the Get Well Gabby Foundation whose mission is to help children with cancer get well.
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Bryn Mawr Day
Saturday, September 10th
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Town Center, Bryn Mawr (square parking lot across from post office and train station)
The Sixth Annual Bryn Mawr Day celebration is a FREE family day of fun, food, and festivities encompassing the entire town, including restaurants and local businesses, institutions, and one-day-only special entertainment and performances. For more information, a schedule of times, and a full list of participating businesses and organizations, visit BrynMawrDay.com

Fall Super Sunday in Downtown Media
Sunday, September 11th
(Rain date: Sunday, September 18th)
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Downtown Media
State Street, Media
Huge street festival along State Street with vendors, arts, crafts, food, and more.
visitmediapa.com

9/11 REMEMBRANCE

15th Anniversary of 9/11 Memorial Ceremony
Sunday, September 11th  
1:00 PM
Veterans Park
406 East Lancaster Avenue, Wayne
Radnor Township Cordially invites you to join us as we pay tribute to those who lost their lives during the attacks of September 11, 2001 and proudly recognize the brave men and women who protect and serve our community every day.
radnor.com

Coatesville Remembers 15th Anniversary World Trade Center Commemoration
Sunday, September 11th
8:30 AM – 10:30 AM – Bell Ringing Marking Time
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Formal Program Featuring 9/11 First Responder, Dan O’Deens
The National Iron and Steel Museum
50 S 1st Avenue, Coatesville
Guests are invited for quiet reflection among the World Trade Center Steel Tridents that will be on display, and to view various works of World Trade Center art, videos, student projects, and other commemorative pieces in the Lukens Executive Office Building.
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GENTLY USED

Just Between Friends Consignment Sale
Thursday, September 8th thru 
Sunday, September 11th  
Brandywine Youth Club (Field House)
41 S. Thornton Road, Glen Mills
Shop over 140,000 new and gently used children's and maternity items at 50 to 90% off retail. You’ll find clothing, toys, shoes, books, strollers, games, furniture, baby equipment, and so much more! See why this sale was named a National Top 10 Consignment three years in a row! We prefer cash but gladly accept Visa, MasterCard, and Discover.
Sale Hours:
Thursday, September 8th: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM, $3 admission fee (children are free
Friday, September 9th: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Free admission and new merchandise arrives!
Saturday, September 10th: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM, free admission
Sunday, September 11th: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, free admission; most items 50% off
westchester.jbfsale.com

The Saturday Club Women’s and Children’s Consignment Sale
Thursday, September 29th, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM – Preview Night
Friday, September 30th, 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM – First Sale Day
Saturday, October 1st, 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM – 50% Off Day
This sale was first held in June 2009, and has become a popular bi-annual event held each Fall and Spring. All proceeds benefit The Saturday Club and their philanthropic support of women and children’s charities.
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Tai Chi & Qigong Class
Mondays at 5:30 PM
Tredyffrin Public Library
582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford
Held in the Tyler Hedges Room on the lower level of the library on Mondays, Tai Chi is a gentle exercise that helps reduce stress and anxiety and increase flexibility and balance. Suitable for any age or fitness level. $5/class. Drop-ins welcome.
tredyffrinlibraries.org

Free All-Level Yoga with Amy Dolan
Monday, September 12th  
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Wayne Art Center
413 Maplewood Avenue, Wayne
Join us for a family-friendly yoga session one Monday a month! Amy Dolan, local yoga instructor, will teach her yoga class at the Wayne Art Center while the Radnor Library is under construction. Whether it's your first time or 100th time on the mat, bring your family members and join us for an evening of yoga.
wayneart.org

Yoga in the Garden
Tuesdays, September 13th – October 18th
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Tyler Arboretum
515 Painter Road, Media
Experience the joy of practicing yoga in a magnificent outdoor setting. Classical yoga instructor Beth Mulholland will provide participants with an opportunity to seek inner serenity while emphasizing smooth, flowing postures and the benefits of focused breathing. Intended for beginner and intermediate level students. Classes take place outdoors and move indoors if weather necessitates. Please bring your own mat and dress appropriately. $78 members, $96 non-members. Individual classes are $15 for members and $18 for non-members.
tylerarboretum.org

Soccer Shots
Saturday, September 10th – Saturday, October 15th
8:45 AM - 9:30 AM - 3 and 4 year olds
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM - 2 year olds
9:40 AM - 10:10 AM - 2 year olds
9:40 AM -1 0:25 AM - 3-6 year olds
10:35 AM - 11:20a AM - 3-6 year olds
Tuesdays, September 13th – October 18th
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM - 3-6 year olds
Wednesdays, September 14th – October 19th
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM - 2 year olds
6:10 PM - 6:55 PM - 3-6 year olds
Dittmar Park Auxiliary Field
831 South Valley Forge Road, Devon
In affiliation with Radnor Township Recreation and Community Programming, Soccer Shots is a national leader in youth soccer development offering a high energy, fun, age-appropriate introduction to soccer. In addition to learning the fundamentals of the sport, your child will be encouraged in group and team play, active lifestyle habits, strong character skills, and more!
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Adult Kickball League
Malvern Park and Recreation Committee, Malvern
This league is for players of all athletic abilities that are 18 and older. Teams will be co-ed, mixed ages and games will be held on weeknights in Malvern Borough. Cost is free so sign yourself up or sign up with a partner or friend. To register or get more information, email Parks@Malvern.org

Newcomer's Meet and Greet
Tuesday, September 20th
10:00 AM
Le Pain Quotidien, 223 Lancaster Ave.
Wayne
Enjoying your summer? Once Labor Day arrives and your family is back to school and work what will you do? The members of the Newcomers Club of the Upper Main Line (NCUML) will be busy with activities including book club, luncheons, bridge, bunco, mah jongg, canasta, charity work, and making new friends.  We are an active social group open to women of all ages who live in numerous towns along the Main Line.   RSVP not required.
For more information find us at ncuml.org

Catalyst SAT Bootcamp
September 24th and 25th
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Cabrini College
$175 for both days
Plan in advance to prepare for the October 1st SAT. Cabrini University will be hosting Catalyst’s SAT. You’ll learn critical aspects of the test, including how to crack the tricky textual evidence questions, how to shortcut the new "heart of algebra" and "data analysis" math problems, and the 16 types of English questions guaranteed to appear on the redesigned test. The Bootcamp is a momentum-building two-day seminar that gives students not only the insights and confidence they need the day of the test, but also Catalyst's self-study materials for sustained practice right up to the SAT itself. Students attend both days. To enroll visit catalystprep.com and click on Boot Camp Sign-up. For more information, email info@CatalystPrep.com or call 800-235-0056. This Event Is Sponsored By The Conestoga High School Class Of 2018 Parent Organization!

Walk with a Doc
Friday, September 9th
9:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Radnor Trail, West Wayne Avenue Entrance, Wayne
Join Jefferson’s Integrative Medicine’s Dr. Rashna Staid for a one-mile walk on the Radnor Trail where Dr. Staid will offer advice on achieving optimum health through the mind-body connection. Dr. Staid is an integrative medicine specialist and certified by the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine. Dogs and strollers are welcome!
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Annual CommUNITY Breakfast in Recognition of "Undoing Racism Day"
Wednesday, September 14th
7:30 AM – 9:00 AM
Connelly Center at Villanova University
800 Lancaster Avenue, Villanova
The CommUNITY Breakfast of the Main Line joins Radnor Township School District to mark “Undoing Racism Day” with a frank conversation on diversity and inclusion. All community members from the greater Main Line area who would like to celebrate unity while “Embracing the Difference” are invited to attend. The cost is $10 per person; an additional $2 is requested to defray program costs. This year the CommUNITY Breakfast will welcome Radnor High School students and Dr. Anthony Stevenson, RTSD's director of secondary education, to lead discussions at tables addressing questions such as “How do we undo racism?” and “How do we ‘let freedom ring’?”
To register and for more information e-mail thecommunitybreakfast@comcast.net.
facebook.com/thecommunitybreakfast.

GOING GREEN

Our Table, Our Planet: Making Connections Between Farming and The Environment
Sunday, September 25th
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
How far does a kiwi fruit travel to get to your plate? How does growing food organically versus conventionally affect the environment? What in the world is aquaponics? Be a scientist and get some answers as we investigate together. Explore Riverbend’s aquaponics greenhouse, conduct a taste-test comparison of organic and conventional fruits and vegetables. Appropriate for ages 8 and up.
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Let's Get Dirty! Learn to Love Organic Gardening III
Tuesday, September 13th
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Chester County Library
450 Exton Square Pkwy, Exton
Join the Chester County Library in welcoming back Deb Kates, a third generation gardener, organic gardener for 38 years and a certified Master Composter, at our third and final program dedicated to organic gardening. In this session, Deb will cover seed saving, fall and winter protection and harvesting tips, planting schedules using nature’s calling cards and more.
ccls.org

RACING INTO THE FALL

Pints in the Square Craft Brew Fest and 5K Run/Walk
Saturday, September 17th
11:00 AM
Ellis Preserve, Newtown Square
Pints in the Square is a celebration of local craft brewing, an active lifestyle, and the surrounding community. The event begins with a 5K run/walk and is followed by a 4-hour craft beer festival featuring 25 local and regional breweries.
Registration

Run Now Wine Later 5K & Festival
Sunday, September 18, 2016
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Race Start/Finish: Bucks County Playhouse, 70 S. Main Street, New Hope
The Fourth annual Run Now Wine Later 5K & Festival rings in the fall season the right way in New Hope Pennsylvania. Running through the streets of this charming historic town is nothing short of spectacular. All participants will receive: Custom Runners Bib, Quality Race shirt, Wine Stopper Finisher Medal, and Entrance into the Festival
Registration

Red, White and Brew Race and Festival
Friday, September 9th thru
Sunday, September 11th
Phoenixville
Is it a race, or a beer and wine festival? This annual event takes over Phoenixville September 9-11 with three races: the Main Street Mile, a 5K, and a half marathon. After the run, end the day with a block party and festival featuring a beer and wine garden complete with Chester County’s best beverages.
redwhiteandbrewrun.com

ROCK AND BLUES

2nd Annual Liv Live Concert
Thursday, September 15th
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
East Goshen Park
1661 Paoli Pike, West Chester
Have a rockin’ good time listening to some great area bands all in the name of a good cause! Liv Live Concerts are annual musical events held across Chester County hosted by the Chester County Suicide Prevention Task Force in support of mental health awareness. Free!
chestercountysuicideprevention.com

7th Annual Phoenixville Blues Festival
Saturday, September 10th  
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Reeves Park
148 3rd Avenue, Phoenixville
The Phoenixville Blues Festival is a free family event for music lovers of all ages. The venue, Reeve’s Park, contains a playground area and plenty of space to run (or dance) around. There are approximately 300 bench seats available in front of the bandshell amphitheater. However, there is plenty of open space to set up lawn chairs and/or blankets so that you can relax and enjoy your day. The Festival benefits local charities, and we have provided over $50,000 back to the community, assisting the Give the Gift of Music Foundation, PACS, Phoenixville Library and PCEF among others. Rain or shine.  
pvilleblues.org

2016 Shugart’s Sunday: BBQ & Bluegrass
Sunday, September 11th
Historic Sugartown
690 Sugartown Road, Malvern
In 1804, Eli Shugart opened a tavern to serve weary travelers. Though he only stayed two years, the village became known as “Shugart’s Town.” Beneath the amazing backdrop of Historic Sugartown’s General Store and Worrall House, Shugart’s Sunday will feature a festive afternoon with live local bluegrass, mouth-watering barbecue, hayrides and many family activities at the beautifully restored village corner. Tickets are $40 for adults and $12 for children ages 3 to 10 (children 2 and under are free).
historicsugartown.org