As we dyed eggs and munched on homemade pizzas this past week, my mom chatted and chatted about the book club that she recently joined. Each meeting is hosted at one of the book ladies’ homes in my parents’ rather small neighborhood in Chester Springs. They share treats complete with recipe cards, wine and dialog about the book they’d been tasked to read. The most recent book they read and discussed is titled Good Night, Irene by Luis Alberto Urrea, a historical fiction novel that follows the experiences of two female Red Cross volunteers who drive a donut truck on the front lines of World War II to deliver coffee, donuts and companionship to American troops.
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If you're feeling overwhelmed with clutter and in need of some serious spring cleaning, Main Line Junk is here to help!
Whether it's just a single item or a full basement cleanout, they've got you covered. With their light demolition services, they can even help with tearing down old sheds, swing sets, or tackling DIY bathroom demolitions.
As a locally owned and operated business, Main Line Junk has been serving the Main Line community since 2014, so you can trust them to handle your junk removal needs efficiently and responsibly. Give them a call at 610.549.1296 to book your next junk job and enjoy a clutter-free space both inside and outside your home.
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GIVING EARTH A LIL LOVE
Fostering Resiliency: Helping our Forests and Wildlife Respond to a Rapidly Changing Climate (Virtual)
Thursday, April 18, 12:00 PM
Join in a moderated panel with forward thinking experts to discuss preserving our ecosystems as the climate changes. Details
Party for the Planet
Saturday, April 20 and Sunday, April 21
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Elmwood Park Zoo, East Norriton
Join in this family-fun-filled day that focuses on conserving the environment. Zoo admission required. Details
Wynnewood Valley Park Earth Day Celebration
Sunday, April 21
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Wynnewood Valley Park, Wynnewood
Celebrate Earth Day with earth-centric fun including nature and stream walks, sensory garden tours, live animals, arts, crafts, music and more! Details
ANA Spring Plant Swap
Saturday, April 27
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Ardmore United Methodist Church, Ardmore
It’s a gardeners delight and it’s free! Grab whatever plants or cuttings you have to share, swap it for something new and chat with fellow gardening lovers. Details
NarbEarth Day
Saturday, May 4
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Narberth Park, Narberth
Enjoy a day of green fun, with healthy food vendors, live music, games, a book sale and a chance to “bring, take or swap” children’s clothing, perennials, toys and used household items. Details
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HANDS ON
DIY Solar Eclipse Viewer
For Ages 6 to 12
Saturday, April 6
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Paoli Library
Bring a cereal box and drop in for some help to make that cereal box into your own viewer for the solar eclipse on April 8th. You bring the cereal box and we will provide the rest! The project takes about 15 minutes to complete Details
Shake Up Your Confidence
Thursday, April 4
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Willows Mansion, Villanova
Join La Vista Mobile Bar and Jessica Harrington from Journey to Yourself. Enjoy some cocktails and learn from Jessica how Self-Love is not Selfish. Details
Spring Fun Sugar Cookie Class
Saturday, April 13, 2:00 PM
Sycamore and Stone Farm, Chester Springs
Learn how to decorate beautiful spring sugar cookies with royal icing, with the help and guidance of Butter and Love Bake Shop. All supplies are provided. Details
Spring Moss Wall Workshop
Saturday, April 27
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Terrain, Glen Mills
With guidance from the Design by Terrain team, create a no-maintenance moss wall. Details
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Summer Workshop: Planting Succession, Staking, and Flower Arranging
June 10 & 11, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Supporting, staking, and tying plants. Cut flowers and flower arranging from the garden. Planting succession. Gravel Gardening. Gardening with native plants. Uncommon woody plant selections. Tropical and non-hardy plants Details
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EAT, DRINK & BE SPRINGY
First Thursday in Ardmore
April 4
Discover downtown Ardmore retailers, restaurants, and more the FIRST THURSDAY of every month with extended hours, special offers, and fun surprises! Details
Spring Media Restaurant Week
Sunday, April 7 thru Friday, April 26
Restaurants will offer pre-fixed menus of delicious fare. Restaurants include Ariano, Fellini Café, La Catrina Mexican, Off the Rail and more. Details
Manayunk StrEAT Food Festival
Sunday, April 21
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Main Street, Manayunk
Food trucks galore, live music, wine and craft beer, local vendors and more! Details
Sly Fox Bock Fest & Goat Race
Sunday, May 5
Sly Fox Brewhouse
Held every year, rain or shine. Called "Philadelphia's best beer event," the race draws massive crowds of people who love to celebrate spring with brats, bocks, goats and gemütlichkeit. Details
Food Truck Frenzy
Saturday, April 27
Linvilla Orchards, Media
Bring a big appetite! Over 20 food trucks will serve up delicious eats and treats. Don’t forget to grab a cold one from the beer garden, too! All of the usual Linvilla family fun will be open. Details
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Happy spring, peeps! Lots on the menu this month, including a locally grown movie, a new bakery, BOTLD in the burbs, farewell to a longstanding business, and a returns concierge.
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The 51st Annual Yellow Springs Art Show opens to the public on Saturday, April 27 at 10 am.
The galleries in the Lincoln building will be open daily from 10 am - 4 pm through Sunday, May 12. With 200+ artists, this juried show has some of the most impressive works of art exhibited in the area. Over 4,000 works of original art are showcased including 2-D and 3-D works with a wide range of media and pricing.
Admission is free to the public, and reservations are not required. Artwork is on display in all the first and second floor galleries, and our well-known “minis” will again be found in their 2nd floor mini’s gallery. Artists’ portfolio pieces of unframed originals and prints will also be on both floors. You can visit the show in person at 1685 Art School Road, Chester Springs, PA.
For more info visit yellowsprings.org.
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SPRING FESTIVALS, FAIRS & MARKETS
Festival of Colors
Saturday, April 20th
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Philadelphia Zoo, Philadelphia
Join in a Festival of Colors at the zoo in celebration of Holi. Holi celebrates the arrival of spring, and the zoo will be full of music, dancing, food and Indian American artists. Details
10th Annual Wheels of Wayne Car Show
Sunday, April 28, 12:30 PM
North Wayne Avenue & West Avenue, Wayne
Calling all car enthusiasts! Wander antique, modern classic and custom cars and enjoy music, food and more along the way! Details
55th St. Denis Fun Fair
Wednesday – Saturday, May 1 – 4
May 8th – 11th
St. Denis Church, Havertown
Rides, funnel cake, live music, a casino, a beer garden, fair games and more – it’s everything you want in a small-town fair. Details
Subaru Cherry Blossom Festival
Sunday, April 7 thru Friday, April 26
Philadelphia
Admire the blooms of the cherry blossom trees during this festival that celebrates the blooms as well as the city’s Japanese cultural connections with taiko drumming, musical performances, marketplaces and more. Details
Spring Blooms
Thru May 5
Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square
Bid winter goodbye and stroll into spring as it blooms through early spring bulbs, vibrant tulips and beautiful flowering trees. Details
Skippack French Market
Saturday, April 27
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Skippack Village, Skippack
Soak in the spring sunshine while wandering an outdoor market full of French flair. Enjoy food, dessert, music, crafts and other vendors throughout the village. Details
Borough of Phoenixville’s 175th Birthday Celebration
Saturday, April 20th
5:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Franklin Avenue, Phoenixville
Celebrate Phoenixville’s “demisemiseptcentennial” birthday! There will be touch-a truck with police and fire vehicles, live music, cookie decorating, face painting and more, with fireworks to close out the party. Details
Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival
Saturday, May 4
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Walnut Street and Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Back for the first time since 2019! This (normally) annual event features local art and wares, fashion, live music, family fun, food, drinks and more. Details
Swarthmore Makers Market
Sunday, May 5
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Swarthmore Makers Market, Swarthmore
Enjoy spring weather while wandering an open-air market featuring local hand-crafted art, crafts and other wares. Details
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COMMUNITY CORNER
Sowing the Seeds Celebration, NAMI Main Line
April 20
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Haverford Community Recreation & Environmental Center
In celebration of the 45 years of mental health services provided by NAMI Main Line PA, they are launching their spring 2024 Sowing the Seeds: Growing a Thriving Mental Health Community campaign to help raise funds to continue providing support and education programs. This year they are excited to expand services to all of Delaware County.
The fundraising campaign will conclude with a celebration on April 20 with food, drinks, dessert, entertainment and awards.
Support the Sowing the Seeds campaign by:
Purchasing a ticket to attend the event. Details.
The Importance of Big Trees and How to Care for Them
Wednesday, April 10
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Tredyffrin Library
Aaron Greenberg will be presenting on the importance of big trees and how to care for them. Details
T/E Faculty and Students vs. Harlem Wizards
Friday, April 5
Doors open 6:00 PM, Game 7:00 PM
Conestoga High School Gym
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Haverford Twilight 5K Run/Walk and Elementary School One-Mile Challenge
Saturday, April 27
Registration is OPEN
This unique community event takes runners and walkers through the heart of Haverford Township, ending with a “Party on the Town” offering free and reduced cost food and beverage items from local pubs, restaurants, delis, and dessert shops. Your race bib is your “ticket” to the Party! Sign Up.
T&E Care Annual School Supply Drive
It's just March and T&E Care already is planning their annual School Supply Drive for the 24/25 school year!
T&E Care is holding its annual School Supply Drive this year between April 16 and May 8. Sorting will take place from June 17-20 at Beaumont ES.This event helps to provide the needed supplies to local families who struggle to buy them. This way we hope to level the playing field for all our neighborhood kids!
Once the number of children are confirmed at the various levels, a Sign Up Genius link will be live starting on April 16. Details
Book Drive!
The Saturday Club is collecting new and gently used books for the West Philadelphia Alliance for Children, ahead of a sorting event taking place on April 10th.
Stop by Main Point Books and look for donation bin upstairs! Main Point Books is offering 20% off your purchase towards any books purchased for our book collection drive.
Collecting:
📚Books for grades K-12 (especially 5th to 8th grade-level historical, fantasy, adventure or other fiction novels)
📚Hardback and paperback books
📚New or gently used/in good condition
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We Go Further.
Discover the joyful learning and academic excellence at Friends’ Central School.
Visit us this spring!
Register for an April open house at friendscentral.org/visit.
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Join us Saturday, April 27, 11am-3pm for sensory-friendly activities for children and adults with disabilities and their families.
Free lunch. Outdoor activities. Basket raffle and more!
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Stratford Friends School services neurodiverse students in grades K-9 across Greater Philadelphia, offering small class sizes and research based academic programs to meet student needs.
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Celebrate with an unforgettable birthday party at Urban Air East Norriton, just 20 minutes from the Mainline!
Thrilling attractions and fun await for the perfect day!
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Only 12 teen movie-buffs will be accepted to BMFI’s filmmaking workshop for high school students! Tuition is discounted if applications are received before April 19.
Visit BrynMawrFilm.org for more information
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