Hello Neighbor!
“I got nothing.” Not one of my go-to expressions, but after two straight days of quarantine rain, I was living and breathing the sentiment—I was just done, you know? I know that you know.
But the sun was out yesterday, and my husband and daughters and I delivered John’s Hoagies to my siblings in Royersford. We sat in my brother’s backyard in folding chairs, with beloved nieces socially distant on their deck, and we laughed more than we have in a while.
My daughters and I are planning to create Vision Boards today: the idea is likely trending on Tik Tok, but my girls are into it, and why not be a pre-teen? Why not journal hopes and goals for the future, find relating images, and collage-away the day? There is also hair dye coming our way via the US mail, and we will all three partake (perhaps even my husband?). Why not combat the greys with hot pink? Why not.
We’re all trying to figure this out. I’ve seen more families outside playing games together than I ever have: Pickleball, Badminton, Cornhole. My neighbor leaves a basket at the end of her driveway filled with masks she’s sewn, free for the taking. Another friend and her husband have been doing taste-tests—last week brussel sprouts; this week, wings.
I guess what I’m saying is, these days, when I’m questioning, I’ll try to hold on to even the smallest somethings as I’m looking for answers. “I got something.” I do. And so do you.
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| Hoping you are finding the happy,
Katie L.
And speaking of finding the happy... MainLine Neighbors is happily promoting local businesses for free. It's called Local Love! See below, on our website and on social media! So email us your announcement!
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| Please Support Our Local Advertisers.
They support us!
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| ARE YOU A LOCAL SMALL BUSINESS OR RESTAURANT?
Do you have virtual services? New delivery options? An online class? A deal on giftcards?
Email us and we will publish your announcement either on our site, in our weekly e-publications, or both, in a new section "LOCAL LOVE" honoring the independent small businesses that make our community a wonderful place to live, work and play!
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THIS WEEK'S LOCAL LOVE
Paws and Affection
Narberth
Online New Puppy Training Course – If you have recently added a new puppy to your family and are looking for some training support and help that you can do on your own time at home, we have it for you! We created an online course to teach you how to live harmoniously with your new pup. You will learn about getting started, puppy basics, house training, jumping, biting, and socialization. We understand the challenges an 8 week old puppy brings as this is our specialty. We give you the know-how for you and your pup to become a great team! Learn all about it here and register today!
New Puppy Training Course
Mike Casey
Internationally known saxophonist offering private (virtual or curbside) concerts and virtual saxophone/jazz/composition lessons. Recently performed at Kennedy Center, featured in HuffPost, Forbes, Downbeat, over 5 million streams, & much more.
mikecaseyjazz.com
AcademicAlly, LLC
Bala Cynwyd and Berwyn
Owned by Hannah Bookbinder, LSW, M.Ed, AcademicAlly, LLC has been in business for over 20 years. We pride ourselves on providing customized services to each of our clients. We work with students (grade 2-graduate school) and adults who have learning disabilities and ADHD. We provide support with executive functioning skills including organizational skills, time management, breaking down long-term assignments, accountability, homework protocols, life/work balance, and self advocacy and accountability. We also assist in the areas of writing skills, reading comprehension, study and test-taking skills, and subject-specific areas including math and science. For our high school students, we provide test prep services and college admissions consulting services for both mainstream students as well as students who have learning disabilities and/or ADHD. Finally, we provide support to adults who either have been recently diagnosed with ADHD, or who have struggled with this challenge for years.
610 647-3959 ext 105
Hannah@Academic-Ally. com
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CALL ON LOCALS FOR SUPPLIES!
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HAPPY QUARATINE BIRTHDAY IDEAS
Go to Disney!
Virtually experience all of your favorite attractions within an interactive 360º video environment. Virtual Disney World* offers a complete immersive experience like never before. Relive the attractions and places you love anytime, anywhere!
Virtual Disney World
For the Little Ones
Celebrate a special birthday with Daniel Tiger and Tigey! Sing this song with your little one to celebrate their birthday. Or, sing it to friends and family for a grr-ific birthday celebration when you can’t celebrate in person.
Sing with Daniel Tiger
Call on a Celebrity
Get personalized messages sent from your favorite celebrities: Brett Favre, Mandy Moore, Ryan Howard, Pete Rose, the list goes on and on. Choose from categories like “On TV Right Now,” “Host a Roast,” and “CoVid 19 Relief Campaign.”
Cameo
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HAPPY QUARATINE MOTHER'S DAY IDEAS
Send Her Flowers
Katie’s Bouquet Shop
Now thru May 9th, when you order a bouquet to be delivered on Mother’s Day, we will deliver a second arrangement to a HealthCare Professional of your choice, at no additional cost! This is our chance to thank those who take care of all of us.
#thankumoms #thankyouhealthcareheroes
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Paint Her a Message
Kindness Rocks
Create random art of kindness with the official painting kit of The Kindness Rocks Project. One message at just the right moment can change someone's entire day ... outlook ... life! Leave rocks at your local park, playground, or library - anywhere you think someone could use some inspiration.
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Buy Her a Gift from a Local Artisan
Feminist Flea Market and Craft Fair
Clover Market Virtual Market
Travel with Her Through a Virtual Garden
Morris Arboretum
Chanticleer
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HAPPINESS IS... THE ARTS
Livestreaming from Everywhere
Live Lounge Allstars singing Times Like These
PlayOn Fest: Music is Not Cancelled
National Theatre Home
Worldwide Cast of Beautiful Singing You’ve Got a Friend
Love from Philly: Virtual Music, Art, and Connection
Friday, May 1st – Sunday, May 3rd
The festival will showcase 3 days of Philadelphia’s unique culture to promote public donations for the unparalleled talent who build memorable moments for patrons in our city and around the world. All festival proceeds will benefit 30amp Circuit’s grants for Philly musicians, entertainment professionals, venues, and charitable organizations. Equally important, the event will provide a platform allowing our artists to be seen and heard in a moment when it’s needed most.
Ardmore Music Hall from the Archives: Live AMH Recordings, restreaming favorite shows
World Café Live
While we’re all practicing safe social distancing, we wanted to take this opportunity to share some of our educational programming – particularly for the young people, home-schooling caregivers, and educators in your world.
Kimmel Center
We are in this together, even virtually. And we will get through this together. Art has the power to encourage, to make us laugh, and to unite us with strangers for a common experience.
Arden for All
Who can use Arden for All ONLINE!? Everyone. We endeavor to craft programming to serve the same patrons and students of all ages that we serve at the Arden – on stage and in the classroom. We plan to remember past performances, preview upcoming programming, and even add some movement for the young ones.
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KEEPING YOUR KIDS HAPPY AT HOME
Online Crafting Classes from Handwork Studio
We’re taking our nurturing teaching style and our award-winning curriculum to deliver you a Virtual Fiber Arts and Design & Build Class!
This virtual space is designed to offer a space for kids to learn by making while connecting with others. Each session will teach practical techniques that build up to a finished completed project.
Whether your child has experience or this is their first time, we'll guide them to confidence throughout the 6-week session. Email us to join at any time at a pro-rated price.
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Dance Mat Typing
Ready to rock along?
Franklin at Home: Science Recipes
Kid-friendly with a dash of fun and a dollop of laughter, each recipe is custom-made for families using everyday household ingredients. We'll be adding 3 new recipes every week!
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How to Make a 2020 Vision Board for Kids
Want to encourage your little one to dream big in the new year? Look no further than this fun craft! From ideas and inspiration to the best materials and crafty tips, here’s how to make a vision board with your child.
Stone Soup Daily Creativity
Every weekday we are posting a new prompt with an activity–Daily Creativity. These prompts challenge you to make a piece of writing (a poem, a journal entry, a story outline, a review) or art, or music, or a spoken word recording, or other piece of creative work, each day. Every Monday’s prompt is also a free-to-enter Flash Contest!
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Magic Tree House Home Adventures
Read and Explore with Jack and Annie Every Week!
Join Jack and Annie on exciting adventures—come face to face with animals in strange lands, do battle with warriors across time, get swept up by nature’s force, and win big alongside famous sports heroes—all from the comfort of your home!
Each week, Magic Tree House Home Adventures will feature videos from Mary Pope Osborne, activities, craft ideas, themed recipes, reading challenges, cross-curricular lessons, Family Trivia Night game ideas, fun surprises, and much more!
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Please support Ardmore Farmers Market tenants and Suburban Square restaurants serving our community.
suburbansquare.com
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Find out how Benchmark School can transform the educational future of your child with ADD/ADHD, dyslexia, or other learning difference. Bring your questions to this Virtual Open House.
610-565-3741 or
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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.
malvernprep.org
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Benefit from learning specialists that follow students as they advance, a homework assistance program, and counseling. Woodlynde School offers social, emotional, and academic support.
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VFES is celebrating 60 years in special education! Its signature programs, The Vanguard School, CWS and Adult and Recreation Services, offer educational, summer and employment programs for people with special needs.
VFES
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Shipley's Admissions Team is looking forward to connecting with you and helping you learn more about Shipley.
Take a Virtual Tour!
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The show must go on!
Online!
We know many of you look forward to the Yellow Springs Art Show every spring, so we are bringing the show to you!
We will be adding new galleries,
so follow us on social media
for updates!
yellowsprings.org
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VOTE! YOU CAN MAIL IT IN
State’s primary election postponed from
April 28 until June 2.
Recent voting reforms established a new convenient way for Pennsylvanians to vote: mail-in ballots. Similar to an absentee ballot, you may apply to receive a mail-in ballot in the mail to complete, and return to your county election office. However, unlike an absentee ballot, you may simply request a mail-in ballot without providing a reason.
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Porch Songs
Take a minute to breathe, make a cup of tea, and join us for our first installment of Porch Songs. We're kicking off the series with a few People's Light favorites: folk troubadour David Lutken, accomplished singer-songwriter Jonatha Brooke, and recent Shakespeare in Love soloist Pax Ressler.
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