Hi Neighbor!
I was eating toast the other day, specifically the end piece (aka the heel, the butt, the nose, the-nobody-wants-you piece) and I thought about how, when I was a kid, my mother always took that piece saying it was her favorite. We all believed her. But, it dawned on me, as I tried to improve the crust with a healthy slather of butter and jam, that she was probably lying! She sacrificed the inner, moist pieces for us and took the dry, crusty remnants. That’s what Moms do. They take the bullet for their kids in the little day-to-day moments, like surrendering a piece of toast. Mother’s Day is over, but I feel compelled to share my list of 10 things moms do (without even realizing it):
1. Get barfed on by babies and take it in stride.
2. Hug, kiss, high-five every goal scored, basket made, great play, perfect pitch.
3. Ooo and aaa over artwork, hanging it on the fridge and sometimes even framing it.
4. Nurse boo boos, bruises, cuts, scrapes, and sores.
5. Drive for endless hours to take/pick up kids to/from after school activities.
6. Schedule hundreds of doctors’ appointments.
7. Serve dinner…and lunch…and breakfast…every day.
8. Bring to school any forgotten things like homework, sneakers, uniforms, books, etc.
9. Lose lots of sleep worrying about kids, all ages from toddlers to young adults.
10. Absorb unknown anger caused by puberty.
…and, of course, provide unconditional love…forever! (ok... so 11 things!)
Let's celebrate Moms every day!
Beth
P.S. - I didn't forget about Dads! I'll share my list for them in June!
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| KNIT, PURL, RUN WITH A MISSION
Knitting with a Mission
Thursday, May 24th
12:00 PM
The Barbara and Harvey Brodsky Enrichment Center of JFCS
345 Montgomery Ave., Bala Cynwyd
Join us as we knit/sew squares together to make afghans for people in need. Materials are provided. A basic knowledge of knitting is required. This event takes place the fourth Thursday of every month.
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Sly Fox Fox Trot 5K
Saturday, May 19th
10:00 AM
Sly Fox Brewery
Pottstown Airport Business Center
331 Circle of Progress Dr., Pottstown
This is an entire day of fun for the whole family. All finisherd earn a custom tin tacker and 16 oz can glasses. Hang out on two acres of lawn for a music festival with four bands, food trucks, and lawn games.
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5K FUN
Ardmore Rotary 5K Hosted by CertaPro Painters
Sunday, May 20th 8:30 AM
Suburban Square
49 St James Place, Ardmore
CertaPro Painters of the Main Line will host the 7th Annual Greater Philadelphia Run 5K!
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| OUTDOOR MELODIES
Narberth Spring Music and Arts Festival
Sunday, May 20th
Haverford Ave. and Forrest Ave.
This is a a tri-annual community event featuring live music, food and shopping on Artist’s Alley with lots of handmade finds from the area’s finest artisans. Each festival goer is asked to donate at least $1 to support local charities.
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HoagieNation Music Fest
Saturday, May 26th
Doors open to the public at 3:00 PM
Festival Pier at Penn’s Landing, on the Delaware River Waterfront, corner of Columbus Blvd & Spring Garden St
HoagieNation is a music festival curated and headlined by Philadelphia’s own Daryl Hall & John Oates. It’s a celebration of food, music, culture and fun! Live on Stage: Train, Fitz and the Tantrums, Tommy Conwell and the Young Rumblers, and more!
hoagienation.com
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| ON STAGE
Alice in Wonderland Jr.
Friday, May 18th, 7:00 PM
Saturday, May 19th 7:00 PM
Sunday, May 20th, 2:30 PM and 5:00 PM
Rosemont College Rotwitt Theater
103 Curwen Circle Bryn Mawr
Wolf Performing Arts Center's production of Disney's Alice in Wonderland JR will take the whole family on a fantastical adventure filled with music and laughter.
wolfperformingartscenter.secure.force.com/ticket
Hansel and Gretel's Candy Capers
Saturday, May 19th
11:00 AM and 3:00 PM
Rosemont College Rotwitt Theater
103 Curwen Circle Bryn Mawr
In the Marzipanhandle of southern Germany, townspeople have been disappearing! Gretel has been training hard to be a detective and is searching the town for clues. With the help of her younger brother Hansel, they stumble into a world of mystery where everyone they meet is made of candy! Hansel and Gretel’s Candy Capers is an original Wolf Performing Arts Center play featuring timeless Broadway show-stopping songs. wolfperformingartscenter
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| HOME AND GARDEN MARKETS
Pretzel Park Farmers’ Market
Saturday, May 19th
Pretzel Park
4300 Silverwood St., Manayunk
Now open for the season every Saturday. Come for fresh meats, poultry, eggs, cheese, produce, plants, and many more local goodies.
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Antiques and Vintage Market
Sunday, June 3rd
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Rittenhouse Place, Ardmore
Vendors from the tri-state area will be selling home and garden furnishings, estate jewelry, vintage clothing and accessories, art work, and more. Free admission.
destinationardmore.com
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| Chestnut Hill Home & Garden Festival
Sunday, May 20th
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
8000-8600 Germantown Ave., Chestnut Hill
Over 150 home and garden vendors will be on hand to answer questions about lawn and tree care, garden sculptures, bee keeping and more. Live music, boutique shopping, book sale, and lots of food vendors. Amusement rides for the kids.
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| YOUNG AND CRAFTY ENTREPRENEURS
Girl Scout Craft Fair
Saturday, May 19th
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Station Circle, Narberth
Local Girl Scout troops are looking to earn their entrepreneurship badge, raise money, and bring in new scouts by hosting a craft fair with fun products for kids of all ages. The event will also feature an Alex’s Lemonade Stand.
Contact Christine Weatherwax at cmw114@gmail.com
Youth Workshop: Mini Food Jewelry
Saturday, May 19th
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Wayne Art Center
413 Maplewood Ave., Wayne
What a delicious way to spend a Saturday! You’ll be guided through a polymer clay tutorial to create your own pair of polymer clay earrings and pendant. This class is sure to excite the foodie in you! $45/person. Ages 7 and up.
wayneart.org
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| WIN A WEEK OF JKCP'S SUMMER CAMP!
MainLine Neighbors & JKCP Summer Camp Giveaway
Nothing says summertime like CAMP!
Main Line Neighbors and Julian Krinsky Camps & Programs are thrilled to team up for an amazing giveaway!
JKCP is giving away A FREE WEEK OF CAMP at one of the select Julian Krinsky Day Camps at Haverford College or Villanova University* campuses listed below:
Day Camps for Ages 7-9
Julian Krinsky School of Golf, a Nike Golf Camp
Julian Krinsky School of Tennis, a Nike Tennis Camp
Day Camps for Ages 10-13
eSports Powered by N3rd Street Gamers Academy
Xploration for Middle School Students
Julian Krinsky School of Tennis, a Nike Tennis Camp
Julian Krinsky School of Golf, a Nike Golf Camp
Day Camps for Ages 14-18
eSports Powered by N3rd Street Gamers Academy
Enrichment for High School Students
Cooking School
Business School
Coding Academy
Julian Krinsky School of Tennis, a Nike Tennis Camp
Julian Krinsky School of Golf, a Nike Golf Camp
To enter go to either MainLine Neighbors' Instagram page or Facebook page and find the Summer Camp Giveaway post!
Read giveaway details here.
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| LITERARY LOVERS
Book Talk Circe by Madeline Miller
Thursday, May 31st
7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Bala Cynwyd Library
131 Old Lancaster Rd., Bala Cynwyd
Local author Madeline Miller will speak about her highly anticipated new novel, “Circe.” If you enjoy Greek mythology, complex heroines, and lots of adventure, this is a great read. Miller is a Latin teacher and University of Pennsylvania grad whose debut novel, Song for Achilles, created an international sensation in 2011 and landed on the New York Times best-seller list.
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Mt. Airy Kids' Literary Festival with Guests Elephant & Piggie
Saturday, May 19th
10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Big Blue Marble Bookstore
551 Carpenter Ln., Philadelphia
Join us in the morning for story time, a photo booth and parade with Elephant & Piggie. Our Author Extravaganza starts at 2:00 PM: Come meet favorite authors, find new books to love, plus crafts and games!
bigbluemarblebooks.com
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| MEMORIAL DAY PARADES AND PARTIES
Memorial Day Parade
Monday, May 28th
10:00 AM
State St., Media
A hometown favorite with food, fun and entertainment in “Everybody’s Hometown.” Enjoy a day of community spirit and patriotic fun.
visitmediapa.com
Memorial Day at the Legion
Monday, May 28th
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
American Legion
233 Simpson Rd., Ardmore
An Ardmore tradition for over 50 years. We’re expanding this year’s event to include drill units, a video game truck, bouncy house, face painting, DJ, food and vendors.
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Gladwyne Memorial Day Parade & Block Party
Monday, May 28th
12:00 PM
Gladwyne Fire House
1044 Black Rock Rd., Gladwyne
Children are invited to decorate their bikes, wagons or strollers and walk or ride in the parade. Food, fun, entertainment and a special ceremony honoring our veterans to follow.
gladwynecivic.com
Memorial Day Weekend Celebration
Saturday, May 26th – Monday, May 28th
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
National Constitution Center
525 Arch St., Philadelphia
During Memorial Day weekend, we’ll pay tribute to those who served and died for our country. Join us for flag ceremonies, workshops, make-and-take projects, 18th-century games, and more.
constitutioncenter.org
Radnor Memorial Day Parade
Monday, May 28th
9:45 AM
Downtown Wayne
The parade will start at the Radnor Financial Center and end at the memorial on South Wayne Avenue with a special ceremony. Rain or shine.
radnor.com
Memorial Day Parade, Service and Reception
Sunday, May 27th
12:00 PM
Laurel Hill Cemetery
3822 Ridge Ave., Philadelphia
The traditional Decoration Day service of the Grand Army Meade Post #1 will be recreated at historic Laurel Hill Cemetery, the site of the first Memorial Day Observance in Philadelphia in 1868. Complimentary beer and refreshments. FREE and open to the public.
thelaurelhillcemetery.org
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| HORSING AROUND
Devon Horse Show and Country Fair
Thursday, May 24th – Sunday, June 3rd
23 Dorset Rd. Devon
Don’t miss the oldest and largest outdoor multi-breed horse competition in the United States and one of the greatest country fairs in the area complete with lemon sticks, iconic Devon fudge and Bassett’s ice cream. Try your luck at the Devon Derby to win prizes large and small. The Dog Show at the Horse Show is back again on Thursday evening, May 24th.
devonhorseshow.net
88th Radnor Hunt Races
Saturday, May 19th
10:00 AM
Radnor Hunt
826 Providence Rd., Malvern
In addition to six thrilling jump races and $190,000 in purse money, the day’s events include an antique carriage parade, the much-loved parade of foxhounds, plus tailgating competitions and hat contests. Races take place rain or shine; tickets must be purchased in advance. Proceeds benefit the Brandywine Conservancy.
radnorhuntraces.org
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| FIRE, WATER AND ICE
Fireworks and Foundations Show: Sounds of Summer
Saturday, May 26th
9:15 PM
Longwood Gardens
1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square
Celebrate summer’s arrival with iconic anthems of the season. This upbeat show will get you in a feel-good, summer state of mind. Enjoy the thrill of what 1,719 jets can do—from spinning and dancing to music, to soaring as high as 175 feet.
longwoodgardens.org
Sail Philadelphia
Thursday, May 24th – May 28th
Penn’s Landing, Philadelphia
A fleet of majestic tall ships sail into Philadelphia for a five-day celebration honoring Philadelphia’s maritime heritage. Beginning with the Parade of Sail, the festival will offer waterfront fun, ship tours, and sailing excursions.
sailphiladelphia.org
Under the Big Top: The Greatest ICE Show on Earth!
Saturday, May 19th: 6:00 PM
Sunday, May 20th: 1:00 PM
Philadelphia Skating Club and Humane Society
220 Holland Ave., Ardmore
Skaters from the Philadelphia Skating Club and Humane Society bring the magic of the circus to ice! General admission $10; VIP Cocktail Party $30 (Saturday only).
pschs.org
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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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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.
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Guided by faculty who are experts in girls’ education, Baldwin offers an experiential learning environment within a supportive and encouraging community.
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We live in an area rich in wild birds. If you love to watch your birds in your yard, we have a great selection of feeders and bird seed to attract both year round residents and those on the migration flyways. Come upstairs to our new loft and find everything that you will need to attract a great variety of birds for your viewing pleasure, including:
- Wild bird seed varieties and suet
- Hummingbird food and feeders
- Bird feeders and houses
And more!
We’ve got everything you
need to enjoy your wild
birds all year long!
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Comprehensive Liquidation Solution for Downsizers, Seniors, Estate Settlement,
& Collections
Let Briggs Auction be your one source solution with free, in-home evaluation, weekly public estate auctions and quarterly fine estate auctions in our spacious showroom.
Call or email to get started.
610.566.3138 | BriggsAuction.com
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Fusion Academy Ardmore is a revolutionary private middle & high school where positive relationships & one-to-one classes unlock academic potential.
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Due to the unexpected cancellation of JFCS’ Annual Benefit, we have an urgent need. Please help us with our community impact: keeping children safe, supporting families in crisis, and helping older adults age with dignity.
jfcsphilly.org/donate
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Three Programs:
Wolf CUBS (rising K-2nd grade),
Wolf PAC (rising 3rd-8th), and
Wolf HIGH (rising 9th-12th).
Full performances!
Register at wolfperformingartscenter.org
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Big Time Sportscasting Camp at Cabrini University July 16-20!
Learn to cover sports from local celebrities.
Save $100 by May 31st.
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DATE NIGHT?...
Party in the Playground
Wednesday, May 23rd
5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Smith Memorial Playground
3500 Reservoir Dr., Philadelphia
Please join us for an adults-only celebration featuring popular food trucks, cocktails, entertainment, a silent auction and the presentation of the 2018 Ida Newman Magic of Play Award.
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MainLine Neighbors
Advertising Sales Representative
* 20-25 hours per week
* Advertising Sales experience highly preferred
* Ability to work from your home office
* Generous commission-based position
Advertising Sales Reps are responsible for introducing MainLine Neighbors' digital advertising solutions to local business owners and professionals.
• Responsible for developing new business relationships via
in-person, email, and telephone contacts
• Experience in advertising and/or marketing industries is a plus
• Advertising sales experience highly preferred
• Strong relationship building skills and entrepreneurial drive is a must!
• Must have excellent presentation and communication skills, the ability to organize, plan, report effectively, and master all aspects of our advertising solutions
• Must be computer literate
INTERESTED?! Email us!
We'd love to talk with you!
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