Last week my middle daughter asked if I had done anything “really bad” when I was her age. (Several things came to mind, unfortunately.) Since she had been complaining about her schoolwork earlier, I told her about the day my best friend Lisa and I skipped school.
I can’t remember who came up with the idea, but I do remember Lisa and I talking about how we were tired of taking orders from teachers all day, and we deserved a break. It was late winter, and everything felt like a drag (especially gym class). On the appointed day, I grabbed my bookbag, said goodbye to my mom and headed to the bus stop like usual. Once I was out of eyeshot, I made a hard left and dashed through the woods that separated my neighborhood from Lisa’s.
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LOVE LETTERS
Tipsy History: A Love Story
Friday & Saturday, February 9 & 10
5:30 PM, 6:30 PM & 7:30 PM
Betsy Ross House
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of John and Betsy Ross’s November 1773 marriage with a love-themed tour and handcrafted cocktail. Tours run about 75 minutes. Details
Valentine’s Day Brunch
Saturday & Sunday, February 10 & 11
Two seatings: 11:15 AM & 12:30 PM
Elmwood Park Zoo
Share a Valentine’s brunch with your significant other or the whole family!Ticket includes brunch, admission to the zoo, an animal meet and greet and a scavenger hunt. Details
Love, The Barnes
Sunday, February 4
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Barnes Foundation
Honor what you love most about Philadelphia’s creative communities with art activities, a scavenger hunt, story time and special performances. Free admission courtesy of PECO. Details
Love, Chestnut Hill
Saturday, February 10, 10:00 AM
Head to Chestnut Hill for a day of love and celebration, featuring Valentine’s-themed specials, raffle prizes and the opportunity to participate in a community time capsule! Details
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YEAR OF THE DRAGON
Lunar New Year Celebration
Sunday, February 4
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Main Line Art Center
Usher in the Year of the Dragon with hands-on art activities for all ages and an outdoor performance of the iconic Lion Dance by the Philadelphia Suns. Details
Lunar New Year Crafternoon
Saturday, February 10
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Ludington Library
Make fun Lunar New Year crafts at your own pace to take home. All ages welcome. Details
Lunar New Year
Saturday, February 10, 2:00 PM
Plum Street Mall on State Street, Media
Featuring Lion Hung Gar Kung Fu performing the Lion Dance. Details
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CultureFest! Lunar New Year
Saturday, January, 27
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Penn Museum, Philadelphia
Ring in the Year of the Dragon and learn about vibrant Asian traditions with a full day of festivities, including storytelling, art-making, live music, and dance performances, and the traditional Lion Dance. Details
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WINE & CHOCOLATE, PLEASE
Valentines Chocolate
Wednesday, February 14
6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Wayne Art Center
Patrick Gauthron, first pastry chef at Le Bec-Fin and founder of Aux Petits Delices, will demonstrate chocolate dessert bowls filled with chocolate and raspberry mousses and Valentine heart-shaped chocolate bon bons. The evening ends with a wine tasting and take-home treats. Details
Wine & Chocolate
Saturdays & Sundays in February
Three seatings: 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM & 4:00 PM
Chaddsford Winery
The winery’s trained staff will guide guests through a pre-selected tasting of five diverse wines alongside locally crafted artisan chocolates from Éclat Chocolate. Details
Valentine’s Day at the Vineyard
Wednesday, February 14
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Penns Woods Winery
Featuring wine and chocolate pairings, charcuterie boards, special beverages, desserts and more! Details
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Essentials Nutrients for Your Thyroid: Don’t Forget the Supporting Cast
As a master gland in our body akin to our car’s engine, our thyroid needs the proper blend of fuels for optimal function. Our purpose today is to introduce the supporting cast that makes this happen. Iodine is by far one of the most important nutrients when speaking of thyroid function. Its deficiency is widespread not only in the U.S., but worldwide. Iodine pairs with the amino acid tyrosine to form multiple types of thyroid hormones like T3 & T4. Not far behind would be the trace mineral selenium as it helps promote optimal thyroid function and helps our bodies convert inactive T4, into its active form, T3.
Thyroid hormone production is an iron-dependent process making iron intake and/or iron deficiency critical to addressing for optimal function. Zinc, like selenium helps promote thyroid hormone production as well as aid in conversion of T4 to T3. It’s also important to remember our alphabet when talking about thyroid function as optimal intake of vitamins A, B, & D (in this case) are critical to proper functioning. Just like most processes in our wonderfully built bodies, it’s all about balance and excessive intake of any of the above mentioned nutrients can also have detrimental effects. Always discuss thyroid support supplements with a healthcare provider that is knowledgeable in nutritional medicine.
Michael Briggs, PharmD, CNC, ICCT serves as COO of Lionville Natural Pharmacy and has been published in The Professional Guide to Complementary & Alternative Therapies, Complementary and Alternative Medicine for Older Adults. The Nursing Drug Handbook Series, and Pharmacotherapy. Learn more at lionrx.com.
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CHILLY PHILLY
Founders Philly Freeze-Out
Saturday, February 3
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Main Street, Manayunk
Bundle up and come to Main Street for ice carving demonstrations, drink specials, giveaways, the Founders Winter Market and more! Details
Chilly Philly Mini Golf with LOVE
Thursdays – Sundays in February
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Franklin Square
Putt through 18 holes of wintry fun at Center City’s only outdoor mini golf course. Special date night on February 14. Details
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MUSIC IN THE AIR
City Rhythm Orchestra
Friday January 26, Saturday January 27, 8:00 PM
West Chester University Adler Theatre
Comedian, singer Joe Conklin performs with the City Rhythm Orchestra in a fundraiser for WCU’s Criminal Justice students to offset expenses for competitions and conferences. Details
Delaware County Symphony
Sunday February 4
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Neumann University Theatre, Aston
Live classical music from Mozart is featured in this chamber series featuring area resident musicians. Details.
Blackbird Society Orchestra
Saturday February 10
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Tredyffrin Library
Listen to classics from Ellington, Armstrong and more performed by this six-piece orchestra at this free program. Details.
Music of Sam Cooke
Friday February 23
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Woodmere Art Museum
Twist the night away with composer and singer Sam Cooke’s hits like “Bring it on Home to Me” performed by Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble and vocalist Roy Richardson. Details.
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FOR THE KIDDOS
Winter Wonder
Thursday, February 1
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, Devon
Bring the kiddos out to learn what plants and animals do during the winter season and celebrate our love for nature. Listen to a nature-themed story, make a craft, and have fun doing a nature activity. Details.
Secret Life of the Red Fox
Saturday January 27
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Riverbend
Follow the mother fox’s life cycle through changing seasons at this book reading of The Secret Life of the Red Fox. An Art workshop led by Philadelphian and the book’s illustrator Kate Garchinsky. For 6 – 12 year olds accompanied by parents. Details.
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IN-PERSON
The Year of the Locust
Wednesday February 7, 7:30 PM
Rosemont College Rotwitt Theatre
Meet Terry Hayes, author of I Am Pilgrim talks about his new book The Year of the Locust with guest host Rich Zeoli of WPHT. Details.
Japanese Dance
Wednesday, January 31
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Fringe Arts Philadelphia
One night only, this program features traditional kabuki dance performed to Ravel’s Bolero. Details.
Unmissable Paris Museums
Friday, February 2
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Alliance Francaise, Philadelphia
Authors of the new book 111 Museums in Paris That You Shouldn’t Miss offer their first hand guidance on Paris’ hidden gems. Details.
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COMMUNITY CORNER
Whole Home Repairs Program of PA
This program assists homeowners with home improvements such as weatherization, roof and gutter repair, water heater replacement, porch and ramp repair, electrical repairs, etc. There are eligibility guidelines and income eligibility requirements. Funds are available now for this program.
goodworksinc.org
Apply as soon as possible as there is great demand.
Volunteer positions also available.
Whole Homes Repair Program Hotline 610-713-8088
County Contact Numbers
Bucks 215-345-3845 • Chester 610-344-6900
Delaware 610-891-4014 • Montgomery 610-278-3725
Philadelphia 215-448-3000
Red Fox Book Shop Donation Day
Saturday, January 27
10:00 AM-2:00 PM
Tredyffrin Library
No more than 4 boxes or bags (Please, no huge boxes or bags: banker’s boxes are perfect!)
No Books that are moldy, mildewed, food-stained, heavily highlighted or underlined, or falling apart.No textbooks, magazines, computer books or travel guides that are more than two years old. Details
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Winter Weather have you down? Enjoy a clutter free inside and outside and let Main Line Junk do the dirty work.
From a single piece to a basement clean out we have you covered. We also offer light demolition for that old shed or swing set or DIY bathroom demo.
Call Main Line Junk Today to book your next junk job! 610-467-5079.
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Experience Summer at Baldwin, a fun and engaging series of week-long themed day camps for girls and boys in rising grades Pre-K to Grade 8. Campers will enjoy swimming, nature study, arts and crafts, outdoor sports and games, free and directed play and a special event each week!
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Malvern Prep is an independent Augustinian school for young men in grades 6 through 12, defined by the Augustinian values of Truth, Unity, and Love.
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Retirement Planning, Inheritances, College Saving, Investing for the Future.
Fiduciaries on all accounts, for all clients.
Schedule a free consultation with a local financial advisor today.
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Registration is open for
Summer Theatre Camp!
For 19 years, Wolf PAC has crafted the very best summer for hundreds of campers grades rising K - 12th for 10 weeks with extended days!
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Antiques, Collectibles, Vintage Jewelry & Fashion, Artwork, Toys, Vinyl and So Much More!
Every Sat & Sun
9AM - 4PM
270 Swedesford Road, Berwyn, PA
Phila Flea Markets
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Looking for a summer day camp for your aspiring teen filmmaker?
Attend a free virtual session to learn about BMFI’s Summer Filmmaking Workshop.
Visit BrynMawrFilm.org for details.
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Launching in February
Website, 3 Camps Guides and Dedicated Emails available to help promote your camp.
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