Hello Neighbor!
My hip millennial stepsister is living her best life (and mine) in Brooklyn. Obviously, her approval means A LOT, and I’m terrified that one day she’ll do the math and realize how old I am. But for now I’m still in her wheelhouse thanks to none other than (wait for it)…Netflix. For years we’ve exchanged and bonded over new and obscure Netflix series. In my head I imagine her casually telling her friends over matcha lattes and poke bowls that she has this older sister who lives in the Philly suburbs “who’s actually really cool and interesting and has great taste in shows.”
But lately I’ve run into a problem. I can’t find anything to actually watch. The other night I spent 45 minutes scrolling through an endless, pathetic loop of “binge-worthy” and “trending now” picks and still came up empty. With Netflix’s current catalog of over 1,500 shows, how is this even possible (#askingforafriend)? I rarely quit anything, but my Netflix profile is basically a string of questionable choices and abandoned shows.
I did a little research and apparently, I’ve come down with a serious case of #Netflixfatigue. (Saturday Night Live even spoofed it in this hilarious sketch.)
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I saw my stepsister last week and fessed up to my obviously first world problem. She suggested subscribing to an e-newsletter called Watching that breaks down all the new content, but that sort of sounds like hiring a math tutor for the summer.
If you have any good shows to recommend, I’ll gladly take them, but in the meantime, what I really need to do is Shut. It. Down. School’s out, the sun’s shining (at least for now) and plenty of summer fun awaits.
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| THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!!
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| SCREEN-FREE SUMMER FUN
Summer Ale Festival
Saturday, June 22nd
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Philadelphia Zoo
3400 W. Girard Ave., Philadelphia
Summer Ale Festival returns for another year of specialty brews, animals, live entertainment and more! In addition to offering a night of fun and memories for adults only at one of Philly’s top cultural attractions, Summer Ale Festival raises funds to support the zoo’s mission to create joyful discovery and inspire action for animals and habitats.
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Tyler on Tap
Fridays through August 23rd
5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Tyler Arboretum
515 Painter Rd., Media
Each Friday will feature food trucks and great beer from 2SP Brewing, along with science-related tables for kids and adults alike.
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Philly Ice Cream Scoop
Saturday, June 29th
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Reading Terminal Market
The largest ice cream festival in the country, featuring 14 of the region’s best ice cream artisans, including Sweet Charlies, Franklin Fountain, Weckerly’s Ice Cream and many more. Enjoy ice cream eating contests, games, activities, and demos throughout the day, along with live music and other entertainment! Free admission.
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| FEST QUESTS
Smoke BBQ Festival
Sunday, June 23rd
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Temple Beth Hillel-Beth El
1001 Remington Rd., Wynnewood
The largest kosher charity BBQ festival in the country offers fun for everyone, including a mechanical bull, watermelon eating contest, craft beer garden and children's playground. Sample chili from 20 different competitors and vote for your favorite! Benefits the Jewish Relief Agency and Support Homeless Veterans. Free admission.
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Manayunk Arts Festival
Saturday, June 22nd: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday, June 23rd: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Main St., Manayunk
Experience the tri-state area’s largest outdoor, juried arts festival. Nearly 200,000 collectors, buyers, and designers from across the country will visit Main Street to celebrate the very best fine arts and crafts.
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Havertown Irish Festival
Saturday, June 22nd
12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Manoa Shopping Center
130 N. Eagle Rd., Havertown
Widely referred to as the 33rd County of Ireland, Havertown will celebrate all things Irish, from music and dance to cuisine, crafts and culture. Benefits local initiatives, performing arts, music education and music programs. Suggested donation of $3/person. Rain or shine.
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Chinese Lantern Festival
Through Sunday, June 30th
6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Franklin Square, Philadelphia
In addition to 29 larger-than-life illuminated lanterns, there will be stage performances by acrobats, dancers and Chinese folk artists. Asian cuisine available for purchase. Timed tickets required for entry on Fridays and Saturdays.
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| BIG SCREENS & SCARY THINGS
Movie Nights
Thursdays, through August 22nd
8:30 PM
2501 Walnut St., Philadelphia
Bring your friends, blankets and picnic baskets and enjoy a movie under the stars. Come early for free snacks, drinks and raffle prizes!
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The Shining with Steadicam Inventor Garrett Brown
Wednesday, June 26th
7:00 PM
Bryn Mawr Film Institute
824 W. Lancaster Ave., Bryn Mawr
Adapted from Stephen King's novel, Stanley Kubrick's horror milestone has fascinated and terrified audiences for nearly four decades. Stick around after the show for a conversation with Garrett Brown, the OSCAR-winning inventor of the medium-changing Steadicam and camera operator during the production of The Shining.
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| SOLSTICE, SIDEWALKS & SAFARIS
Summer Solstice
Friday, June 21st
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Riverbend Environmental Education Center
1950 Spring Mill Rd., Gladwyne
Celebrate the longest day of the year and the kickoff to summer with pond exploration, marshmallow roasting, crafts, field games and more! Bring your own picnic and enjoy a lovely evening at the preserve.
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Royal Rummage 2019: A Sovereign Sidewalk Sale
Friday, June 21st – Sunday, June 23rd
Downtown Chestnut Hill
Shop ‘til you drop at this can’t-miss annual sidewalk sale.
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Insect Safari
Friday, June 28th
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden
1829 East County Line Rd., Villanova
Kids, bring your favorite adult on an insect safari to see which bugs are in the garden. Peer through a hand lens to watch them chew leaves, gather pollen, sip nectar or hunt prey.
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| SOUNDS OF SUMMER
Summer Concert Series
Wednesdays through July 31st
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Narberth Park
80 Windsor Ave., Narberth
Free entertainment for the whole family! BYO chairs or blanket and a picnic dinner.
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Sounds of Summer Concert Series
Every 4th Sunday in June, July & August
7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Haverford Township Free Library Parking lot
1601 Darby Rd., Havertown
BYO lawn chair. Free snacks!
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Summer Festival Concert Series
Wednesdays – Sundays
7:30 PM
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. Two morning kid’s shows at 10 AM.
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Throughout the year, Good Neighbors will feature members of the community whose volunteer contributions make a difference.
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 | Pat Maloney, Newtown Square resident and founder of Devon’s Black Cat Café that benefits the non-profit she created Pet Adoption and Lifecare Society (PALS). Outside the cafe with volunteer and chef, Judy Clemens of Havertown. Kittens are available for adoption.
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Who’s the person you most admire?
Pat Maloney of non-profit PALS Rescue, saving almost 9,000 cats, kittens and occasionally other animals since 2001. She never lets an animal suffer. In 2011, Pat donated the building for Black Cat Café that contributes approximately 80% of each check to PALS.
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Whether furnishing your home, picking up a new outfit, hitting the gym or looking for a date night spot, Suburban Square has it all!
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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...
Where?
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They'll be safe, happy, and entertained all day!
Save 50% on a day of camp for a 2nd child when you book by June 30 and mention MLN!
clublamaison.com
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You’ll find cabinetry, textiles, and hardware inspiration at our
Bryn Mawr showroom!
Mention Main Line Neighbors during your appointment to
receive $500 off of your total cabinetry purchase!
gardnerfox.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.
bluehaven.com
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Now Playing
LATE NIGHT
BOOKSMART
PAVAROTTI
ECHO IN THE CANYON
THE DEAD DON’T DIE
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You're Invited!
Rosalie Frudakis, President, Frudakis Studio Inc., with 43 years in her own fine arts sculpture business, shares how community engagement through your business can add dimension and activity to your growth plan in completely unexpected ways. Will be an engaging event with practical business examples. Valuable for non-profit executive directors, grant writers as well as small business owners.
Get Your Tickets
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Havertown Irish Festival
Saturday, June 22nd
12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Manoa Shopping Center
130 N. Eagle Road, Havertown
Celebrate all things Irish in June! Live music, dance performances, drink and lots of family fun. Benefits local initiatives, performance arts center, music education and programs.
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Kick off the summer at Peddler’s Village, where you can enjoy vibrant outdoor art as you shop, dine, and stroll the lush, landscaped grounds.
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