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I can tell you with complete confidence that the last thing in the world I’m going to do is climb a mountain. More specifically, I’m not going to climb a mountain using only my fingertips and feet with no security rope. It’s just plain never happening.
Yet that’s what climber Alex Honnold does in the National Geographic movie Free Solo. It’s mind-boggling from every vantage point. How do you get a camera close to a climber without distracting him while he’s hanging onto a mountainside by his fingertips? And there are other films that are daring and bold involving mountains and varying degrees of safety rope effectiveness: Touching the Void, Meru and North Face.
I’ve done indoor rock climbing and enjoyed it. But there was a safety rope and I only went half-way up the wall. I had no inclination to touch the ceiling, no inner drive encouraging me upward. In fact, I don’t remember looking down either. But I admire and am a bit baffled by those whose aims are sky high.
Maybe it’s the adrenaline rush or enjoying taking risks. Maybe it’s like any Olympic athlete, the drive to push yourself to the limit, to aim for perfection. I’m not a candidate for this aspiration. I’m content with simple achievements, like getting through the day. And I’m comfortably terrestrial. Flat surfaces are just fine with me. Yawn.
I’m amazed by those who push past boundaries of safety and security that I’m perfectly happy to remain within. Sitting in the den wondering how and why they do it, I also felt inspired by their bravery and courage. If you want to vicariously push a boundary or two, check out Free Solo from your couch. It’s jaw-droppingly remarkable to observe and an adrenaline rush even while you’re seated.
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| THANK YOU FOR OUR SUPPORT!!
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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 Family Camp-Out
Saturday, June 15th 6:00 PM thru
Sunday, June 16th 9:00 AM
Register online for this first-time camper or veteran camper event hosted by Riverbend staff who help set up your tent, build the campfire, provide the food, and lead a night-time program. Need to bring a tent and sleeping bags. While this event is held on Father’s Day Weekend, it is open to all families, even if a Dad won’t be joining.
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Father’s Day Tea Ceremony & Dance Performance
Saturday, June 16th
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Dance Performance 3:30 – 4:30 PM
Shofuso Japanese Gardens
Lansdowne Drive & Horticultural Drive
Philadelphia (two minutes from City Line Ave.)
Enjoy a traditional Japanese tea ceremony led by Shofuso’s own tea school. Members of Urasenke Philadelphia demonstrate a tea ceremony and then provide guests with a bowl of matcha (green tea) and a seasonal sweet treat.
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Daring Dad Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, June 16th
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Norristown Farm Park, Parking lot #2
2500 Upper Farm Road, Norristown
Arrive by 2PM to participate in the free Norristown Farm Park nature scavenger hunt for Dads and families are welcome to help in the search. He’ll follow a series of clues to find the items or answer questions.
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| BLUEGRASS TO BLUES
Suburban Square Summer Concert
Man About A Horse
June 20th
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Suburban Square
Anderson & Coulter Avenue, Ardmore
FREE!
The Philadelphia-based group infuses their sound with rock, pop, funk and blues. They won the 2018 FreshGrass Band Award and their first album debuted at #11 on the Billboard Bluegrass Chart in 2017.
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Merion Concert Band
Friday, June 14th
7:00 PM
The Bryn Mawr Gazebo
9 S. Bryn Mawr Avenue, Bryn Mawr
The Merion Musical Society was co-founded by Mary W. Culbert and Joseph Rhode in 1977 with the mission to “foster and promote music and the interests of music in the community.”
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State Street Blues Stroll
6:00 PM – 1:00 AM
June 15th
State Street, Media
Held inside 20+ venues, the Stroll presents a wide variety of blues styles. A ticket/wristband entitles the holder to move from venue to venue when most artists perform two or three sets. Proceeds benefit Media Police Foundation and Blues Foundation.
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Paige is a smart and sweet 3 month old Miniature Pinscher mix. She loves to play with other dogs and enjoys meeting new people. Beautiful puppy Paige is a ball of energy and would love to find an active family who can shower her with endless amounts of love and attention.
Paige is waiting to meet you at Doggie Style Pets, 701 Montgomery Avenue Narberth
Email: info@savedme.org
Visit: savedme.org to view other pets looking for forever homes!
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| EYE CANDY
Woodmere Annual: 78th Juried Exhibition
Through September 2nd
Tuesday – Sunday
Woodmere Art Museum
9201 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia
Juror Eileen Neff is a Resident Critic in the MFA Program at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts in addition to numerous awards and exhibitions of her work. She’s invited 94 artists to share their work in this juried exhibition.
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Chinese Lantern Festival
Through June 30th
6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Franklin Square, Philadelphia
In addition to 29 larger than life illuminated lanterns, there will be stage performances by acrobats, dancers and the “face changer.” Chinese folk artists. Asian cuisine available for purchase. Timed tickets are needed for entry on Friday and Saturdays during the Festival.
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| BOATING & BIKING
Kayak Trip with the Experts
Sunday, June 23rd
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Marsh Creek State Park
675 Park Road, Downingtown
Join outdoor experts from LL Bean and the Marsh Creek State Park naturalist on this 2 hours Birding by Kayak excursion on Marsh Creek Lake. Learn the basics of both birding and boating then explore the quieter coves of the lake by boat looking for nesting wood ducks, soaring osprey, and fishing herons as well as some other wildlife. All equipment is provided. Bring your personal pair of binoculars or your own fitted life jacket if you have them.
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2019 Main Line Bike Race Benefits Narberth Ambulance
Sunday, August 11th
Station Road, Ardmore
All proceeds benefit Narberth Ambulance in this event that bring the community together in a Criterium style bike race, consisting of a one-mile loop through Ardmore business district. The race loop will be completed by racers dozens of times, continuing throughout the day. There will be community races for children and a food donation drive.
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| FAMILY FUN
Valley Forge Secrets & Spies
Saturday, June 15th
12:30 PM, 2:00 PM
Valley Forge National Park
Train Station at General Washington’s Headquarters
1400 North Outer Line Drive, King of Prussia
Help George Washington avoid being kidnapped. Join an American spy network to uncover the traitors. Free. No reservation required.
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| WIZARDS!
Radnor Township Wizarding Camp
August 5th – 9th
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Hill Top Preparatory School
A week of wizarding that includes quidditch, herbology, potions, charms and more.
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Wizard World
June 13th – 16th
Philadelphia Convention Center
1101 Arch Street, Philadelphia
Join fans celebrating the best in pop culture – movies, comics, toys, video gaming, TV, Anime, Manga and more. Check the website because showtimes and celebrity appearance times vary. They include Ted Danson (Cheers, The Good Place, Curb Your Enthusiasm), Ben McKenzie (Gotham, Batman:Year One, The O.C.), Jared Gilmore (Once Upon a Time) Mehcad Brooks (Supergirl, True Blood), Holly Marie Combs (Charmed, Picket Fences, Pretty Little Liars), Morena Baccarin (Deadpool, Gotham, Firefly, Serenity) and more.
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| FOR LITTLE KIDS
Stroller Strides - Stroller Barre
Tuesdays & Thursdays
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Ashbridge Park
1301 Montgomery Avenue, Bryn Mawr
Ongoing
Stroller Strides is a total fitness program that moms can do with their babies. It includes power walking and intervals of strength and body toning exercises using exercise tubing, the stroller and the environment. Taught by certified and specially trained fitness instructors, Stroller Strides weaves songs and activities into the routine. Newborns and up. Register online for free first class.
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Dogs and Their People - Book Launch Party
Saturday, June 22nd
1:00 PM
Children’s Book World
17 Haverford Station Road, Haverford
Bring a picture of you and your favorite furry best friend to the launch party along with your favorite furry stuffed animal. Meet Anne Lambelet, author of Dogs and Their People, a new book celebrating our best furry friends. Light refreshments. Free. Registration not required.
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Summer Art Camp is in full swing at WAC!
Half- and full-day camps available, 9am-3pm for all ages. Late afternoon classes for teens!
wayneart.org/camp
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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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We help make time to…
PLAY:
70+ Golf Courses and Games
LEARN:
to play. Beginners Welcome!
PARTY:
BYO Beer/Wine & Food!
Reserve times at PlayaRoundGolf.net
610-725-9155(Malvern) &
610-228-2814 (Ardmore)
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Seabrook is a non-profit, CARF-accredited, alcohol and drug addiction, and co-occurring disorder treatment provider. With multiple locations providing a variety of evidence-based, abstinence-based treatment options.
seabrook.org
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State-of-the-art pools, renovations, and complete backyard makeovers with inspired style and design features. Exclusive high-tech features that automate care, save time, money, water & energy, and purify with virtually no chlorine.
bluehaven.com
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Power Watch Systems, offers our customer’s peace of mind during power failures. Schedule an in-home consultation today to determine the correct generator size for you.
powerwatchgenerators.com
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Havertown Irish Festival
Saturday, June 22nd
12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Manoa Shopping Center
130 N. Eagle Road, 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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Kick off the summer at Peddler’s Village, where you can enjoy vibrant outdoor art as you shop, dine, and stroll the lush, landscaped grounds.
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