I don’t like goodbyes. I have trouble saying goodbye to the kids, always remembering one more thing to say or give to them. And I give my husband an extra-long hug before we leave for work. So, it isn’t surprising that my reluctant farewells include the dogs, especially when we’re leaving for vacation.
In the past, we brought them along. We’d stay at a dog friendly hotel or a B&B where the dogs came to breakfast, lounged pool-side and slept in their own beds in our room or slept in ours. Despite this extra dog/human bonding, they didn’t seem to enjoy walks on the dog friendly beaches, were exhausted from the car ride and the new environment. And the humans didn’t have much flexibility going to dinner alone or to the beach. We also hired in-home dog sitters that, let’s just say, those experiences fueled our research into dog boarding.
We packed the dog comforters, food and toys and dropped them off. I had trouble saying goodbye (big surprise). But it helped that my husband called it sleep away camp, a perspective resulting from the many activity options offered and the potential for doggie fun: cuddle time, extra walks, play groups, private play, swimming and more. Saying goodbye pulled on my heart so I did it quickly, hoping it was best for them as well. The facility’s staff eased my transition by texting pictures which was very helpful.
It was nice to get away from scheduled feedings and walks for a while. And after seeing how good they looked followed by an enthusiastic post-vacation doggy greeting and an hour at home, it was business as usual. My conclusion: dog boarding worked for everyone with and without fur in our family. I think it’ll be easier for me to say goodbye for our next trip, feeling confident that they’re cared for and safe.
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Philadelphia Folk Festival 2019
Thursday, August 15th – Sunday, August 18th
10:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Old Pool Farm
Clemmers Mill and Salford Station Roads
Upper Salford Township
The Philadelphia Folk Festival transforms a working farm into a magical, musical sound park. This is the longest continuously running outdoor music festival of its kind in North America.
The Folk Festival is a family event, with puppeteers, jugglers, aerialists, storytellers, hands-on crafts and kid-oriented musicians gathering in Dulcimer Grove, for 12 and under. Children up to 5 years of age are admitted free in the campgrounds; children up to 11 years of age are admitted free to the concert area. Older kids, 12 to 17, are eligible for the special “youth ticket”, allowing them into the festival for half the regular gate price, when accompanied by an adult.
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Turks Head Music Festival
Saturday, July 21st
12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Everhart Park, West Chester
Featuring 11 popular regional bands performing on two stages, with a park full of vendors and artisan booths. Bring a blanket, your lawn chairs, and friends and enjoy this West Chester Tradition!
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XPoNential Music Festival
July 26th - 28th
On the Camden Waterfront
The XPoNential Music Festival presented by Subaru features three stages, 30+ performers, and an eclectic line-up of established and up-and-coming artists heard on WXPN 88.5FM, the award-winning Philadelphia public radio station. We’re proud to celebrate over 25 years of bringing the XPN community and true music fans together for a 3-day, family-friendly experience along the riverfront.
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| MUSIC OUTSIDE
Rose Tree Park Summer Festival Concert Series
Through August 11th
Rose Tree Park
1671 N. Providence Rd., Media
Founded nearly four decades ago, the Summer Festival Concert Series remains a popular local tradition with free entertainment from all musical genres, from classic to Cajun, Motown to Broadway, doo-wop to rock and everything in between.
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Summer Concert Series
Thursdays through July 25th
Shire Pavilion @ Wilson Farm Park
500 Lee Rd., Wayne
A series of premier live bands will take the stage at this free, annual summer concert series. A special July 4th celebration stars the Chester County Concert Band.
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Concerts Under the Stars
Through August 11th
Upper Merion Township Park
175 W Valley Forge Rd., King of Prussia
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| FUNNY BONE & PERFORM
ON YOUR OWN
Comedian Jim McCue
Saturday, July 27th
8:00 PM
Knauer Performing Arts Center
228 North High Street, West Chester
A mixture of witty “A-list material” and his ability to work off-script has earned Jim McCue the title “Boston’s King of Crowd Work!” It’s not only his height of six foot six that makes Jim stand head and shoulders above club comedians of the “stick-to-the-script” variety. Jim blends thought-provoking material and uncanny improv skills with a style that encourages audience participation. No two shows are ever the same!
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Open Mic
Wednesday, July 24th
8:30 PM
118 North
118 North Wayne Avenue, Wayne
Bring your instrument and sign up to perform. Open Mic hosted by Raph Cutrufello is for 21 years and over. Free.
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| FOR THE KIDS
T & E Cares School Supply Drive
Through Saturday July 20th
Drop off items from the online list: Tredyffrin Library (Upper Gulph Road), Play It Again Sports (Rte 30 Berwyn)
T&E Cares School Supply Drive helps over 200 area kids whose families struggle to buy the required supplies. That’s a lot of pencils and notebooks! For the gift cards – a minimum of $25/child used for new shoes, new underclothes or socks, new shirts or jeans, etc. And making sure they have money for healthy recess snacks. Mail gift cards to: T&E Care School Supply Drive PO Box 2111 Southeastern, PA 19399
Want to volunteer?
More information: schoolsupplies@tecare.org
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Music Time
Friday, July 19th
10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
Tredyffrin Library
18 Darby Road, Paoli
Ages up to 5 years join in making music with Miss Lynne from Center on Central for 30 minutes followed by free play. Registration required. Free.
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Christmas in July Cookie Decorating
Saturday, July 27th
2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Hilton Garden Inn Newtown Square
Come celebrate Christmas in July with the Hilton Garden Inn Newtown Square. Cookie Decorating, Hot Chocolate Bar and pictures with Santa at the beach!
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| THE GREAT OUTDOORS
Willows Park Hike
August 3rd
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Willows Mansion
490 Darby Paoli Road, Villanova
Radnor Township, LL Bean King of Prussia and the Radnor Conservancy offer free instructor-led hikes exploring the many trails at Willows Park and Skunk Hollow. It’s 4 miles at a moderate pace. Wear weather appropriate clothing, waterproof footwear, bring a snack and water.
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Archery
Thursday, July 25th
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Marsh Creek State Park
675 Park Road, Downingtown
(Location emailed with registration)
If you’re 10 years and up, try your hand at using a bow and arrow. Join park staff and outdoor experts from LL Bean for this class on the basics of archery.
After brief introductions and a safety talk, you'll receive helpful advice on the proper technique for correctly holding a bow and releasing an arrow for optimal accuracy and precision. With guidance and support from our friendly, expert instructors, you'll practice hitting targets with a recurve bow.
This class is free but spaces are extremely limited. You MUST register to reserve your space. Class location will be emailed upon registration.
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Night at the Ballpark and Fireworks
Wednesday, July 24th
Rain Date: July 25th
5:30 PM
Encke Park
305 Iven Avenue, Wayne
Fireworks start around 9:00 PM. Free activities include moon bounces, mascots, balloon twisters and more! Raffle has prizes like baseball game tickets and summer prize buckets. Register to play in the Wiffleball Classic. More information: Jim Sears 484-983-4054
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| PARK IT!
Bats in our Backyard
Friday, July 26th
7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Lower Perkiomen Valley Park, Pavillion 2
101 New Mill Road, Norristown
Bats are amazing creatures and hibernate nearby. Learn about bat history, species, threats to their survival and how you can help. Visit the bat house and be on the lookout for bats swooping over the fields as they hunt for insects. Pre-registration preferred. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free.
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18th Century Science Day
Saturday, July 20th
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Pottsgrove Manor
100 West King Street, Pottstown
Philadelphia was the capital of scientific thought and experiments in Colonial America. Discover how natural philosophy shaped 18th century life through experiments, demonstrations, and hands-on activities for the whole family. Living History interpreters will highlight how scientific thought impacted medicine in the Apothecary and botany in the garden. Converse in the coffeehouse about the new ideas of the day and sample some 18th century drinks. Take part in some of Dr. Benjamin Franklin’s famous experiments and learn about how he revolutionized science in Philadelphia. Help fill a paper balloon with hot air and watch it rise above the ground. Test your knowledge about colonial education with a tutoring lesson in the Hands-On Room. Plus, find out how some ideas were not entirely correct with a test of spontaneous generation.
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Soaring at Sunset at the Colonial Plantation
Friday, July 19th
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Use GPS Address:
3900 North Sandy Flash Dr., Newtown Square
Spend an evening in the air at the Colonial Plantation! The first untethered manned hot air balloon flight was on November 21, 1783, in Paris, France, in a balloon created by the Montgolfier brothers. Inspired by that achievement, an American innkeeper named Peter Carnes—without any knowledge of ballooning, and based only on newspaper descriptions—built his own hot air balloon. On July 19, 1784, he launched his balloon at the Walnut Street Prison in Philadelphia. On Friday, July 19, 2019, we will honor Peter Carnes and his French predecessors with Soaring at Sunset.
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| FOOD FRENZY
Dining Under the Stars
Every Wednesday night through September 27th
Downtown Media
Media’s main street closes down for traffic and opens up for al fresco dining from Jackson to Orange Sts. “Dining under the Stars” is great for groups, great for kids. There is live music all along State Street and over a dozen different restaurants participating in the seasonal event. Reservations are nice, but not required and with so many places to choose from, walk-ins are definitely welcome.
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Chestnut Hill Food Tour
Saturday, July 20th
Sunday, July 21st
11:00 AM
Meet at McNally’s Tavern
6834 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia
Sign up for a stroll along the cobblestone streets of historic Chestnut Hill while enjoying tastes from multi-generational eateries and shops, meeting and engaging with local owners and indulging in the best flavors around. Recommended for 21+. Presented by Chew Philly Food Tours. A portion of all sales donated to Philadelphia non-profit The Food Trust which works to create accessibility to healthful foods in Philadelphia.
Pre-registration required.
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DC students are challenged, nurtured and known.
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Indoor Golf Center
9 PGA TOUR® Simulators
70+ Golf Courses and Games
Rental Clubs Available
BYO Beer/Wine & Food!
We make it FUN!
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Two generations of sisters protect and defy the legacy of their foremothers in this riveting, funny, and ultimately hopeful comedy-drama set in West Chester, PA.
For tickets:
610.644.3500
peopleslight.org
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Where can both a first-grader with dyslexia speak with confidence in front of the entire school, meet their new best friend, and learn to read AND a senior with executive function disorder take honors English, captain the golf team, and be accepted to multiple colleges...
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The Bercy Wine Club
Rosé All Day
July 25th
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
7 East Lancaster Avenue
Ardmore, PA 19003
610-589-0500
thebercy.com
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The mission of Foote Orthodontics is to provide the highest quality care in a caring atmosphere where patients are treated with excellence clinically and personally.
OPEN IN BRYN MAWR & WAYNE
101 South Bryn Mawr Avenue
Suite 320
Bryn Mawr
110 Gallagher Road
Wayne
(610) 525-6142
footeorthodontics.com
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GARDENS OF HONEY
AND CRAFTS!
Once Upon A Garden
Saturday, July 20th
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Chanticleer Gardens
786 Church Road, Wayne
Nature story time in partnership with Delaware County Libraries features crafts for ages 2-5. $5 admission with a Radnor Library card or free with a season pass. Kids 12 and under are free. No registration required.
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Beekeeping and Honey Festival
Saturday, July 20th
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Harriton House
500 Harriton Road, Bryn Mawr
Honeybees are kept in Harriton Park and this event is an opportunity for adults and children to try on beesuits, visit the hives and help extract honey. Learn about the importance of honeybees to the landscape and food supply. Co-sponsored by The Harriton Association and Riverbend Environmental Education Center in Gladwyne. Free to the public but reservations needed.
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