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Two weeks ago, I broke my ring finger while I was walking my dog, Casey. In her effort to protect me from a mail truck that was driving innocently down our street, she lunged at it and her leash somehow got wrapped around my fingers instead of my hand. According to my doctor, he sees this type of injury ALL of the time, and it could have been much worse! Call me crazy, but I was doubtful about just how many times he sees this type of injury; but I was thankful he told me that because it made me feel a teeny bit better about how dumb and out of control I felt when it happenedâšď¸.
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The good news is that I donât need surgery. I just need to have my ring and pinky fingers taped together inside a bright blue hard plastic splint for three weeks. The bad news is that although the doctor gave me quite a few restrictions, walking the dog was not one of themđł.
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By the end of day one with the splint I found myself thinking if I was having difficulty with things like washing my hands, washing and drying my hair, preparing meals, holding the steering wheel of my car, or opening jars and containers, how would I possibly be able to walk my 70-pound puppy one handed when I couldnât do it with two hands??Â
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After two days of feeling sorry for myself, and because no one else was home to walk her, I snuggled up to Casey on the couch so that I could give us both a pep talk. I told her it wasnât going to be easy, but we had to get back out there, try to walk together calmy, and work on our training, so that neither of us would get hurt. I also reminded her that her cuteness would only get her so far with međ!
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So, after 10 minutes of trying one-handed to get her âNo Pull Harnessâ on, we ventured out. The first 15 minutes were great! We met and played with another dog friend, we stopped to smell a few bushes, and she even responded to my âSitâ command when a loud truck drove by us. Then I heard it; the familiar, dreadfully loud, and scary sound that causes me to instantly tense up. Our very friendly mailman (who Casey adores when he is not driving) was approaching us in his little, old white truck at an excruciatingly slow pace; which is probably why Casey thinks she can overpower it! At this point I was beginning to think that I was the only one who took our pep talk to heart, because the hair on her back was in full ridge formation indicating that she seemed to think that once again we were in harmâs way and that she needed to lunge at his truck! As she started to pull, I grasped her leash as strongly as I could with my good hand, said a prayer, and then firmly (in a loudish tone) said âCasey Noâ! She looked at me and then at him as if she were trying to figure out what to do next. For a split second, she decided to bark, and pull on her leash, but then she sat down next to me and waited to be rewarded for her âgoodâ choice.Â
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In the end, she got a treat, my good hand remained uninjured, and our mailman got another good laugh at us just like he does each day that Casey tries to lunge at his truckđ.
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Still Standing (Barely), Chris
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Founded 217 years ago in Philadelphia, Freeman's may be Americaâs oldest auction house, but its adaptability and contemporary strategies for customized service create success stories for its global network of clientele.
The auction house, known for its sales of fine and decorative art, design, jewelry, and historic books and manuscriptsâincluding a record-breaking $4.4M sale of a rare copy of the Declaration of Independence in 2021ârecently inaugurated its Client Advisory Services department, dedicated to providing bespoke service throughout the buying and selling process for Freemanâs international client base.
Headed by Thomas McCabe, Freemanâs Chief Client Officer, and Grace Fitts, Director of Client Advisory Services and Private and Corporate Collections, the newly minted department helps clients articulate, map out, and realize their visionâwhether that involves the sale of a single-owner collection, the liquidation of an estate, or simply making sure an object being consigned gets the care it deserves.
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KIDS CLOTHING
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Huge Kids' SaleÂ
Just Between Friends Oaks
March 17-20
March 17 & 18: 9am-8pm
March 19 & 20: 8am-4pm
Greater Philadelphia Expo - HALL A
100 Station Ave, Oaks
Kids Grow Fast...Budgets Don't. That's why twice a year local families come together to buy (and sell) everything their children need for the next six months. With prices 50-90% less than retail, this is one event you cannot afford to miss. Details
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T&E Care Kids' Clothing Drive
Collections - all of March
Donation Drop offs: April 1 (3pm-6pm) or April 2 (8am-9:30am)
Donation Drop off to St. Matthews United Methodist Church, 600 Walker Rd., Wayne
T&E Care is a local all-volunteer non-profit that helps families in Tredyffrin or Easttown who might struggle covering some bills (rent, PECO, car repairs, mental health counseling, etc.). Each spring it also runs an annual Kidsâ Clothing Drive. Local families needing kidsâ clothing (infants through teens) have submitted specific requests which are now posted on a SignUp Genius page on the T&E Care website.  If your kids have outgrown any clothes and you can lend a hand, please check out the requests and sign up anytime throughout the month of March.  Then on April 1 or 2 donations should be dropped off at St. Matthews United Methodist Church in Wayne.  T&E Care is also collecting gift cards to Target or Old Navy to fill in holes as needed. Details. Please direct any questions to clothes@tecare.org.
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TASTY TO-DOS
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Tasting around the Campfire
Friday, March 18th
8:15 PM â 9:15 PM
McKaig Nature Education Center, Wayne
Celebrate the Full "Sugar" Moon by bringing a "Maple Sugar" inspired food or drink and join in the tech free conversations around the camp fire. Registration required. Details
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Ireland Forever!
Thursday, March 17th
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Crossing Vineyards, Newtown
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with Irish drink specials and treats from a âFlights and Bitesâ menu. If you come âwearinâ the green,â youâll get a coupon for a BOGO wine tasting. Details
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Taste of the Market
Saturdays in March
Ardmore Farmers Market
Renowned area chefs demonstrate their proven techniques to bring the heat in your own kitchen and serve up something spectacular. Details
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Wine & Cupcake Pairing
Saturdays in March
Penn Woods Winery, Chadds Ford
A month long celebration. Includes a tasting of four premium wines perfectly paired with four delicious cupcakes from Dia Doce. Details
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Healthy Family Meals in Minutes *virtual*
Saturday, March 19th
11:00 AM â 12:30 PM
With a little advance planning and key shopping strategies, you (yes, YOU!) can prepare fast, healthy meals that your whole family will savor. Ingredient list sent prior to class. Details
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Cane Corso and German Shepherd Need Homes
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Cara, a 5 year old Cane Corso, came to All 4 Paws after a life spent raising puppies to send off with families. Now it's time for Cara to find her own forever family! This shy girl is looking for a quiet home with an experienced, patient family to help her gain confidence, but has learned so much in the time she has been in foster care. She will now come inside when called by her pet name, "Mama." When she first arrived, she wouldn't even make eye contact with her foster parents. Cara is crate trained, housetrained, and a lower energy girl. She could share her home with other dogs or be the center of their attention. Read Cara's full story and watch a video here.
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Spirit is an all around terrific and beautiful 2 year old German Shepherd rescued by All 4 Paws Rescue as part of a cruelty case. This beautiful soul weighed only 42 lbs and was near starvation. She has made a full recovery and is ready to find an adventure-loving family of her own! Spirit seems house trained, walks well on leash, knows several commands, and is incredibly eager to please. She has a medium energy level, and goes from Fetch Queen to "Relaxed to the Max" in 60 seconds. Her favorite things in the whole world are playing fetch and snuggling on the couch. She is looking for a forever family where she can be the center of attention. Read Spirit's full story here.
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See all of All 4 Paws Rescue's available dogs by visiting their website, and submit an adoption application.Â
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WALKS, RUNS, & CRAWLS
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Family Full Moon Hike
Friday, March 18th
7:00 PM â 9:00 PM
Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education, Philadelphia
Take a walk under the light of the moon and uncover the unique adaptations that allow nocturnal animals to find mates, escape predators, and catch prey. Through fun games and interactive challenges, youâll gain a new appreciation for the creatures that thrive in the stillness and darkness of the forest at night. Details
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Moonrise Night Hike
Friday, March 18th
7:15 PM â 8:15 PM
McKaig Nature Education Center, Wayne
Celebrate the rise of the "Sugar" Moon on this 1.5-mile moderate hike through the woods while learning about Astronomy, Moon Shadows, and Nocturnal Animals. Details
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Bird Walk
Saturday, March 26th, 9:00 AM
Newlin Grist Mill, Glen Mills
Naturalist-led walk through the 160-acre park at Newlin Grist Mill, allows visitors to meet year-round residents, visit exciting migrants, and learn the basics of bird identification and biology. Details
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Conshohocken St. Paddyâs Day 5K Classic!
Saturday, March 12th, 1:00 PM
Conshohocken Fire Co #2, Conshohocken
Before the Conshy St. Patrickâs Day parade, run the 9th Annual 5K classic raise funds for Conshohocken Fire Co. #2 and Philadelphia Distance Run Scholarship Fund. Details
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Cabbage & Stout 5K
Saturday, March 12th, 9:00 AM
Stove and Tap, West Chester
Irish themed 5K for St Paddyâs Day Weekend in the Borough of West Chester with a fun post-race party! Great Swag, Beer and Food! Details
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April Fools Half Marathon
Saturday, April 2nd & Sunday April 3rd
The Boardwalk, Atlantic City
With over 8 miles of Boardwalk running on a flat course along the Atlantic Ocean, this April Fools themed run offers the best finisher medals, free photos, free beer and a post-race party at Jimmy Buffetâs Margaritaville and LandShark Beach Bar. Details
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St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl West Chester
Saturday, March 12th
12:00 PM â 8:00 PM
Barnaby's, West Chester
Free shirts and other swag, TV giveaway, Drink Specials and so much more. Details
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Philadelphia "Luck Of The Irish" Bar Crawl
Saturday, March 12th
12:00 PM â 8:00 PM
Howl at the Moon + Various Venues, Philadelphia
Annual Bar Crawl of Philadelphia's hottest bars in honor of St. Patrick's Day! Details
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ERIN GO BRAUGH!
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St Patrick's Day Party
Thursday, March 17th -Friday, March 18th
7:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Kildare's Irish Pub, West Chester
The best St Patrickâs Day party in West Chester, is back for 2022 with Live Irish music all day. Details
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St. Paddyâs unWINEd Weekend
Friday, March 11th â Sunday, March 13th
Shadybrook Farm, Yardley
Participate in the fun and festivities all weekend long as Shadybrook Farm delivers with everything Irish: music, dancing, food and drinks. Details
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Springfield St. Patrickâs Day Parade
Saturday, March 12th, 12:00 pm
Springfield, Delaware County
It has been a long two-year wait, but the best parade in DelCo is back, bigger and better than ever! Details
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Conshohocken St. Patrickâs Parade
Saturday, March 12, 2:00 pm
Fayette Street, Conshohocken
Montgomery County will shine in green as this annual tradition is slated to be held this year. Details
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Philadelphia St. Patrickâs Day Parade
Sunday, March 13th, 12:00 PM
Market Street, Philadelphia
Catch the second-oldest parade in the country. Details
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The Baldwin School develops bright, talented girls into confident, accomplished women with vision, global understanding and the determination to make enduring contributions to the world.
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Craveable dishes, teachable techniques: weâre tapping expert chefs to show off their skills at the Ardmore Farmerâs Market every Saturday in March.
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At Mathnasium we are changing lives through math!Â
All students were harmed by covid. We will help build their confidence in math and beyond. Learning centers in Paoli, West Chester and Glen MillsÂ
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At Cathedral Village â a life plan community â you can expect a supportive community of new friends, hobbies and more.Â
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Enhance your outdoor space using pathway lighting, accent and uplighting, patio and entertainment space outdoor lighting from Illuminate Landscape lighting.
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What the Main Line is talking about!Â
The Main Line is abuzz with a new sushi spot, an eco-friendly way to stock up on household essentials, a surprise opening (and closing) of a controversial business in Radnor and moreâŚ
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