Hello Neighbor!
What is Labor Day anyway and what are we really celebrating? Most people will rush to say we are giving a nod to the end of the summer. As a kid, this confused me because summer doesn’t end until three weeks later and the name has nothing to do with barbeques and beaches. Adults get the day off from work so shouldn’t it be named Lazy Day?
Feeling a bit slow to the gate and needing a history lesson, I did a little googling to understand this holiday better. I now know that the holiday started in 1894 when President Grover Cleveland convinced congress to approve the holiday in order to boost his poll rating. Apparently he had just summoned U.S. marshals to break up a labor strike and this resulted in the death of some railroad workers…probably a lot of angry Philadelphians at the time considering our ties to the railroad industry around here.
This tidbit of knowledge will help me at an upcoming Labor Day soiree and it explains why we put a positive spin on this time of year. A long time ago we needed a distraction from anger and bloodshed so we redefined Labor Day to mean a time to commemorate the lazy days of summer and salute the upcoming season change.
It’s still a bittersweet holiday. Sadly, we close the barbeque pits, fold up the beach towels and dust off the school lunch boxes. But on a positive note, now we can focus on opening our tailgates for football season!
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| Happy Lazy... Labor Day!
Beth
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| BACK TO SCHOOL FILMS AND FINANCE
College Night at Bryn Mawr Film Institute
Monday, September 9th
6:00 PM
824 Lancaster Ave., Bryn Mawr
BMFI welcomes college students as they start the fall semester with a free movie, popcorn, snacks from The Grog Grill and free movie posters. Just bring your ID and it’s free!
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Franklin Mint and The Beranstain Bears
Saturday, September 21st
10:00 AM
Gladwyne Library
362 Righters Mill Rd., Gladwyne
FMFCU are joining the Baranstein Bears to teach children about financial literacy. Learn the basics about saving, spending and sharing and get to meet Brother/Sister bear.
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| BACK TO SCHOOL ARTS AND CRAFTS
ARTsisters: Better Together Opening Reception
Sunday, September 15th
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Wayne Art Center
413 Maplewood Ave., Wayne
View works of art from ARTsisters, a group of 25 professional women artists from the Philadelphia area who share their creative energy and partner with nonprofit organizations to give back to the community.
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Ludington Library’s Annual Craft Fair
Saturday, September 7th
Ludington Library
5 S. Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr
Shop local crafts from talented artists and learn something new from a living history interpreter. Held under a tent outdoors and in the library. For all ages.
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Grandparents Day
Saturday, September 7th
10:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Ardmore Library
108 Ardmore Ave., Ardmore
Card making all day in honor of grandparents. Stop by…crafting materials are free!
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| PUSHING FOR FALL
Mushroom Festival
Friday, September 6th – Sunday, September 8th
Friday 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
State St, Kennett Square
Friday night kicks off the festivities with an opening parade and carnival. Weekend activities include an old fashioned carnival, street fair, growers’ exhibit, photo contest, silent auction, mushroom cook-off, car show, children’s musical show, magic show, mushroom eating contest, evening concert and Sunday morning 5K.
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Conshohocken Funfest
Saturday, September 21st
12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Fayette St. Between 1st & 6th Ave.
Conshohocken
Four live bands throughout the day and night, foods and drinks, craft vendors, children section with games, inflatables and touch a truck.
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Bryn Mawr Day
Saturday, September 7th
8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Bryn Mawr & Lancaster Avenues, Bryn Mawr
Entertainment includes face painting, fire truck rides, dance performances, circus shows and more. Historical tours sponsored by Bryn Mawr Rotary Club, offering timed tickets that can be picked up at their vendor booth. Tours are 45 minutes, 10, 11 and 12 noon. Buses provided by Bryn Mawr College.
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| MUSIC FESTIVALS
Haverford Music Festival
Saturday, September 7th
12:00 PM – 9:30 PM
50 East Eagle Rd., Havertown
The 9th Annual Haverford Music Festival is a WXPN Welcomes event featuring live music from over 30 national, regional and local performers. This family-oriented festival runs on four stages with area businesses and food vendors filling booths along Darby Road and Hathaway Lane. Featuring two beer gardens, moon bounce and playground for the kids and more. Admission is free; voluntary donations accepted at the gates.
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Narberth Fall Music and Arts Festival
Sunday, September 22nd
12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Forrest & Haverford Ave., Narberth
Welcome back fall with friends and neighbors for an afternoon of live music, street food and drinks and artist alley next door on Forrest Ave.
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| BEERS AND BUGS
Ardmore Oktoberfest
Saturday, September 28th
2:00 PM – 800 PM
Schauffele Plaza
(between Tired Hands and Bella Italia)
Downtown Ardmore will come alive with traditional German fare, brews and entertainment. Bring the little ones for kid-family activities.
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Insects After Dark
Saturday, August 31st
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Stoneleigh
1829 County Line Road, Villanova
Kids and their favorite adult search for insect life at night. Free event but registration required.
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| SHOT GUN START
Pints in the Square Brew Fest and 5K
Saturday, September 21st
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Ellis Preserve
3843 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square
Run through the grounds of the Ellis preserve then celebrate a craft brew fest for runners and non-runners. Great beers, great food and great music!
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Quad XC Open 5
Saturday, September 8th
9:00 AM
Belmont Plateau
2000 Belmont Mansion Dr., Bryn Mawr
The 5K takes place on the challenging fields and trails of the Belmont Plateau in Fairmount Park. The event is open for all and includes an additional high school relay promoting cross country in high school and beyond.
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Penn Medicine Charity Golf Classic
Saturday, September 26th
11:00 AM Registration
12:30 PM Start
5:00 PM Cocktail Reception and Prizes
St. Davids Golf Club
845 Radnor St., Wayne
Network with the main line community while benefiting two of the areas libraries.
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| FOR YOUR HEALTH
Women’s Health & Wellness Book Club
Wednesday, September 18th
6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Narberth Library
80 Windsor Avenue, Narberth
Led by local women’s nutrition and wellness coach, this club meets for lively discussions of books related to health and well-being. “Llewellyn’s Complete Book of Mindful Living: Awareness and Meditation Practices for Living in the Present Moment.”
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Terrarium Therapy
Friday, September 20th
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
The Lawn at Suburban Square
Anderson & Coulter Ave., Ardmore
Wine bottle succulent night! Come detach, relax and grow your creativity while sipping wine from Nissley Vineyards and cheese provided by DeBruno Bros.
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| LUCKY FINDS
Clover Markets
Chestnut Hill Clover Market
Sunday, September 8th
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
25 W. Highland Ave, Chestnut Hill
Bryn Mawr Clover Market
Sunday, September 22nd
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
7 N. Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr
Artisans and crafts people from all over the midatlantic area and beyond are available with the wares. Food, music and art…there is something for everyone.
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Shop and Stretch for Cancer
Monday, September 9th
8:30 AM – 8:30 PM
The Plaza at KOP
160 North Gulph Rd., King of Prussia
Join the Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation for yoga led by Athleta at 9:00 AM then shopping with proceeds benefiting the foundation.
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Philly Art Flea Market
Saturday, August 31st
4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Philly Art Collective
253 North 3rd Street, Philadelphia
Philly Art Collective Gallery is hosting an Art Flea Market! Come get art for your home at a super discounted rate! Custom Canvas Paintings, art posters, collage art, t-shirts, handmade jewelry.
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| LEARN SOMETHING NEW
Great Opportunity for Middle and High School Students
Young Entrepreneurs Academy
September 12th
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Ludington Library
5 S Bryn Mawr Ave, Bryn Mawr
The Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) helps students in grades 6-12 with the knowledge and skills they need to start and run their own business or social movement. No experience needed--just creativity, enthusiasm, dedication and lots of effort. Come learn more at our free Information Session. Registration required. 610-348-624 Contact: Ellen Fisher efisher@yeaphiladelphia.org
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Come listen to a short free educational event at the office.
See the office space and even meet one of the doctors to determine if stem cell therapy is going to
work for you.
Call 610.352.1710 to reserve your spot or go to our website to register and for more information.
stemcellsphiladelphia.com
234 S. Bryn Mawr Ave.
610.352.1710
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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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For 30 years, The Goddard School® has been a trusted name among parents and families. Our classrooms offer age-appropriate opportunities for children to explore and discover.
goddardschool.com
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Develop meaningful connections working alongside our experienced and engaged faculty. Classes available in drawing and painting, ceramics, sculpture, jewelry, culinary, photography, special media, and more.
wayneart.org
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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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Winged Wonders - A Free Event for Kids of All Ages!
Learn all about Monarch migration and the wonders of exploration. You and your family will:
* Feed live butterflies
* Engage in fun, educational activities
* Gain the opportunity to tour our beautiful 18-acre campus, just for young learners in Nursery-grade 5
Specially designed for children ages 2-6, but kids of all ages are welcome to attend!
The event takes place on
Sunday, September 22 at 10 am on Friends' Central's Lower School campus on 228 Old Gulph Road in Wynnewood, PA.
Registration is free, but required in advance. Reserve your space today by clicking here!
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VFES is celebrating 60 years in special education. Its signature programs, The Vanguard School, CWS and Summer Matters, offer educational, summer and employment programs for people with special needs.
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