Hello Neighbor!
I had a root canal last week (my third). For the five people still reading, let me offer a suggestion: The next time you think you’re having a bad day, spend some time in an endodontist’s waiting room. It really feels like an alternate universe: Phones stay tucked in pockets and purses; stacks of magazines remain untouched. Patients sit ramrod straight and appear deeply troubled as they silently ponder what on earth led them to this place. Was it the bowls of ice cream recklessly consumed after brushing their teeth? Is it payback for lying to their dentist about flossing twice daily? The receptionists are overly chipper, trying (and failing) to compensate for the tension that permeates the room. I want to tell them not to bother. This is no place for small talk, new friendships or positive thinking.
During the actual procedure there’s not much to do but count the ceiling tiles and consider your life choices. Afterward, forget about a celebratory coffee or lunch with a friend; your mouth stays numb for the next four to five hours! Your best (and only) option is to head home to pop ibuprofen like candy.
Before you start judging my oral hygiene, let me set the record straight. Pregnancy not only left me with bundles of joy, but also horrible tooth decay, just like it did to my mother, and her mother before that. After my oldest was born, I basically went straight from the delivery room to the dentist’s office, where I had to get six (yes SIX!) cavities filled.
There is a bright side, however, to this gloomy tale. I scheduled my root canal for BEFORE Halloween, which means I’m entitled to all the candy I want, right?!?
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Soul Crawl: Haunted Halloween History Tours
Friday, October 25th & Saturday, October 26th
7:00 PM
Laurel Hill Cemetery
3822 Ridge Ave., Philadelphia
Experience the cemetery’s enchanting art and landscape after dark as an experienced tour guide leads you along winding, dimly lit pathways. These flashlight walking tours will focus on the cemetery’s rich history and the lively spirits buried within. Tours last approximately two hours. Afterward enjoy seasonal refreshments and cocktails by the fire.
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Dracula at Stoneleigh
Saturday, October 26th
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden
1829 East County Line Rd., Villanova
Grab your blanket or lawn chair and settle in for this unique, open-air theater experience. Philadelphia master storyteller Josh Hitchens brings his acclaimed one-man performance to Stoneleigh just in time for Halloween. Gates open at 5:30 PM. Bring a picnic dinner to enjoy as the sun sets. Cash bar available.
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Shiverfest 2019
Saturday, October 19th
4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Riverbend Environmental Education Center
1950 Spring Mill Rd., Gladwyne
Pony rides, storytelling, pumpkin decorating, animal shows, a trick-or-treat trail, seasonal food and drinks for kids and adults and plenty more family-friendly games and activities.
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Scarecrow Walk
Saturday, October 5th – Thursday, October 31st
Morris Arboretum
100 E. Northwestern Ave., Philadelphia
Stroll through the parade of entries in Morris Arboretum’s 12th Annual Scarecrow Design Contest and vote for your favorite. This year’s theme is Famous Musicians.
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Witches & Wizards Festival Weekend
Friday, October 18th – Saturday, October 19th
Chestnut Hill
Chestnut Hill renews its seasonal tradition of uniting mischief and ghosts with family fun at its Witches & Wizards Festival. The celebration kicks off with the Brews and Broomsticks Pub Crawl on Friday and continues with a day full of bewitching, family-friendly activities and attractions on Saturday.
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| FALL FLAVORS
Chili Square Off
Saturday, October 19th
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
The Courtyard At Suburban Square
602 Coulter Ave., Ardmore
Experience the first-annual Chili Square Off to benefit the Ardmore Fire Company and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Enjoy a beer garden, hay maze, face painters, live music, arts and crafts and more. Don’t forget to vote for your favorite chili.
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Candytopia
Through Sunday, January 5th
Fashion District Philadelphia
901 Market Street #1150, Philadelphia Candytopia, a sprawling sanctuary of confectionary bliss with over a dozen carefully curated and crafted rooms and environments. Be showered in confetti by candy-coated unicorn pigs or swim in a pool of 300,000 marshmallows! Discover the sweets of Candytopia with nine candy samples scattered throughout the experience, from chocolate truffles to gummi bears.
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Autumn Apple Tasting
Sunday, October 20th
3:00 PM
Harriton House
500 Harriton Rd., Bryn Mawr
Sample the best apples around at Harriton’s annual celebration of everything apple. Free for kids under six and those entering the Apple Pie Contest; $6 for everyone else. Pre-registration recommended.
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Squashes in Their Glory
Wednesday, October 16th
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Wayne Art Center
413 Maplewood Ave., Wayne
In October, local markets are bursting with beautiful varieties of squash. Learn new twists and preparation techniques for this quintessential fall ingredient.
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| Narberth Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, October 12th
5:30 PM
Greek’s Next Door
237 Haverford Ave., Narberth
Clever clues lead participants on a fun, frenzied search through the Borough. Register a team by October 7th and bring your smart phone, flashlight and cash for food and drink along the way. Adults only. Rain or shine.
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Vendor Fest and Global Cardboard Challenge
Saturday, October 19th (rain date: October 20th)
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse
3500 Reservoir Dr., Philadelphia
Buy and sell family-friendly items at Smith (limited number of vending spots available). From 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, make cardboard costumes with Pop-Up Play and Fab Youth Philly (while supplies last). Free and open to the public.
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Shipley Shops
Thursday, October 24th 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday, October 25th 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday, October 26th 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
The Shipley School
814 Yarrow St., Bryn Mawr
Shipley Shops is a 59-year-old Main Line tradition that brings together premier retailers from throughout the United States. Feel guilt-free about splurging because 20% of every purchase benefits The Shipley School. Open to the public!
Thursday and Friday – $10 for adults, $5 for Seniors, 18 and under free; Saturday – Free for the entire family
Mention “MainLine Neighbors” at the door for free admission to Shipley Shops!
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| FALL FESTS
Narberth Oktoberfest
Saturday, October 5th (rain date: October 19th)
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Narberth Park
80 Windsor Ave., Narberth
The Main Line's first and best Oktoberfest returns to Narberth Park for its tenth year. Enjoy live music, along with Oktoberfest food, beer and other beverages under lighted festival tents in the park. Limited babysitting available at Borough Hall through the Girl Scouts.
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Fall Harvest & Great Pumpkin Patch
Sunday, October 6th (rain date: October 13th)
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
The Willows Park
490 Darby Paoli Rd., Villanova
Hayrides, pony rides, inflatables, music, entertainment and a pumpkin patch with FREE pumpkins for all! New this year Radnor Township residents can preregister to receive a large pumpkin.
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St. David's Country Fair & Auction
Saturday, October 5th
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
St. David’s Episcopal Church
763 S Valley Forge Rd., Wayne
The longest-running church fair in the nation features a day of family fun, remarkable treasures, great food and more.
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Made on the Main Line
Saturday, October 19th
3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Narberth Park
80 Windsor Ave., Narberth
Featuring food trucks and local student musicians. Free and open to the public. Proceeds benefit Harriton Charities.
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Media Food & Crafts Festival
Sunday, October 6th (rain date: October 13th)
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
State St., downtown Media
Thousands turn out each year to savor the outstanding flavors of Media and regional restaurants. Get a jump start your holiday shopping at Media’s retail boutiques and browse handmade crafts.
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Pumpkin Days
Saturday, October 12th & Sunday, October 13th
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tyler Arboretum
515 Painter Rd., Media
Celebrate fall with two days of family fun at this uniquely Tyler festival. Make your own scarecrow, take a hayride, jump into inflatable fun, enjoy family photo ops galore, and of course, PUMPKINS! Buy lunch at Tyler and spend the day.
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| FALL FIRSTS AND FRESH STARTS
Introductory Tree Climbing for Women
Saturday, October 12th (rain date: October 13th)
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Bloomfield Farm at Morris Arboretum
100 E. Northwestern Ave., Philadelphia
Taught by ISA state champion tree climber Rachel Brudzinski, this course covers many of the latest professional tree climbing techniques. Participants will be able to practice what they’ve learned by climbing trees on the arboretum’s grounds. Novice to advanced women climbers welcome.
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VFES Resource Fair
Thursday, October 10th
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Activities Center
1777 N. Valley Road, Malvern
Valley Forge Educational Services’ resource fair brings together the area’s best programs and services for transition-age youth and adults with special needs and their families. This event is free and open to the community.
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How to Create a Home that Sparks Joy
Wednesday, October 23rd
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Radnor Memorial Library
114 West Wayne Ave., Wayne
Amanda Jefferson—one of the world’s first certified KonMari consultants—will join us for a thought-provoking presentation on how to declutter your home and life. The KonMari Method is the revolutionary process of de-cluttering and organizing pioneered by Marie Kondo.
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Sippin’ by the River
Sunday, October 13th
12:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Manayunk Brewery
4120 Main St., Philadelphia
Now in its 26th year, the area's premier festival for wine and craft beer lovers will again take place on the banks of the Schuylkill River. Grape stomping, bobbing for apples, stilt walkers and other fun games and attractions too.
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See our website for up-to-the minute auction information and thousands of photos, then call or email to get started.
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explore and discover.
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Discover the Excellence of a
Friends' Central Education!
Visit Friends' Central's All-School Fall Open House on Monday, October 14 at 9:30 am to see what the right culture and curriculum can do for your child.
Register online here!
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This 4-month transformation started with a
Lean & Mean Contest!
The next contest starts
October 14th.
Spots fill quickly!
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The VFES resource fair is for caregivers of transition-age youth and adults with special needs.
Join us Thursday, October 10th,
6-8 PM.
Visit vfes.net/resourcefair
for information.
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since its founding in 1885,
Friends School Haverford promotes academic scholarship, creativity, respect, integrity, and self-awareness with a commitment to creating a culture of stewardship and kindness.
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Join DMAX on October 10 at
The Shipley School for a fun night of food, drinks, silent auction, and Conversations That Connect all in support of DMAX Clubs.
For sponsorship and tickets, visit dmaxfoundation.org
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Visit Peddler’s Village to shop, dine, stroll and see 100 remarkable scarecrows on display.
Vote for your favorites
thru Oct. 7.
peddlersvillage.com
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