Hi Neighbor!

A month ago I noticed a woman staring at me. As if that wasn't creepy enough, she approached me practically in tears and said, "I'm so sorry for staring, but you look just like my best friend who died a month ago." It’s like she saw a ghost and the ghost was me! I hope I look like her before she died, I chuckled to myself!

Last week I had another unusual encounter. I was on the Radnor Trail when someone stopped me and said, "This is going to sound strange, but can I take your picture?" Apparently I look like her best friend in Alexandria, Virginia. She said she sees me all the time and she told her friend about me. The picture would prove to her friend that she has a double in Philadelphia.

Different cultures have different words for the look-alike phenomenon. The French use the word “sosie.” In German, the word is 'doppelganger,' a term also adopted into English. Supposedly, encountering your doppelganger can be a sign of bad luck, as it may be your evil twin, according to superstition. Since Diane Keaton appears to be a nice woman, I suppose my evil twin is either deceased or living outside DC. I hope I never meet her!

Have a great week!
Beth

2016 CertaPro Painters of the Main Line Children's Book Drive

We are currently collecting new and “gently used” children’s books to donate to children in the Greater Philadelphia area that do not have books in their homes in the summer. The children’s books are being donated to Cradles to Crayons in Conshohocken, and Impact Services in Kensington, Philadelphia.
Visit bryn-mawr.certapro.com for a list of drop-off locations all around the Main Line.

SUMMER MUSIC EVENTS

TAKE PLEASURE IN NATURE

BRUNCH, BEER, BBQs & MORE!

Prince and Princess Brunch
Saturday, July 16th
Two times: 10:30 AM and 12:30 PM
Elmwood Park Zoo
1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown
Join us for an extra special brunch celebrating the princes and princesses in your family! Guests are encouraged to dress up and mingle with the zoo's own royalty and even meet some famous faces! Brunch includes zoo admission, a brunch buffet, crafts and photo opportunities with new friends.
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NPR Democratic National Convention Happy Hour
Sunday, July 24th
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Tired Hands Fermentaria
35 Cricket Terrace, Ardmore
Calling all NPR fans! Join Tired Hands Fermentaria and put faces to the names and meet the voices that you hear on Morning Edition and All Things Considered covering Clinton, Sanders and Trump’s campaigns.
Join the WHYY Newsroom and NPR National Political Correspondent Mara Liasson, Weekend Edition Sunday Host Rachel Martin for a rare in-person meet and greet. They’ll have a lively conversation about the ins-and-out of covering politics, the convention and an off-record account of their experiences at the RNC as well as their political predictions for the general election. This is your chance to be part of the action just before the DNC begins.  More Info

Ardmore Restaurant Week
Monday, July 18th - Monday, July 31st
Join participating Ardmore restaurants and fast-casual establishments July 18th – July 31st for happy hour specials discounted at least 25% and $25 or $35 prix fixe dinner menus.  Help the Ardmore Food Pantry provide food to those in need in our community by donating a non-perishable food item at any participating restaurant during RW.   Visit stmarysardmore.org/ardmore-food-pantry for a list of needed items and visit ArdmoreRestaurantWeek.com for a list of participating establishments.

Philly’s BBQ Fest
Saturday, July 30th
12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Citizens Bank Park
1 Citizens Bank Park Way, Philadelphia
Over 40 BBQ vendors sampling their signature BBQ dish, rib eating competition, craft beer garden, carnival games, food trucks, live music, grilling demonstrations, and more. Donations go to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. 
phillybbqfest.com

Summer Ale Festival
Saturday, July 16th
6:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Philadelphia Zoo
3400 W. Girard Ave., Philadelphia
Craft beer-lovers rejoice! Sample over 30 different beers while enjoying treats from local food trucks. Experience the Zoo in a whole new way during this after-hours festival packed with live music, games and activities for all ages. 
philadelphiazoo.org

Parks on Tap
Philadelphia Parks and Recreation, in partnership with Fairmount Park Conservancy and Avram Hornik of FCM Hospitality will launch “Parks on Tap”, a program that brings a traveling beer garden from park to park for 14 weeks. For more dates throughout the summer and more information: parksontap.com

ACE the SAT: Score Raising Workshop
SAT/PSAT/ACT Evidence Based Reading/Writing
Monday, July 18th – Wednesday, July 20th
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Haverford Township Free Library
1601 Darby Rd., Havertown
Great tips and tricks from SAT test experts. Get a heads-up on the hidden traps and how to beat them. Official New SAT text and study suggestions included. Programs are conducted by expert instructors who have extensive experience with the SAT and hold a Masters or Doctoral degree.
haverfordlibrary.org

Summer Reading Program for Adults
Radnor Memorial Library
Now through August 31st
110 W. Lancaster Ave., Suite 230, Radnor
Summer reading is not just for kids! Our 3rd annual adult summer reading club. Throughout the summer, stop by and tell us which book or audiobook you’ve read and be entered to win great gifts each week including $25 gift cards to Cole Wellness Spa and the Gryphon Café. Receive a gift just for signing up!
radnorlibrary.org

Haverford Education Foundation
Summer Academy
Haverford Middle School
1701 Darby Rd., Havertown
No homework, no tests, just the fun of learning something new at Summer Academy 2016. Kids ages 6-14 can choose from 30 courses during the weeks of July 11 through August 1 (Monday through Thursday morning classes). All Summer Academy classes are held at Haverford Middle School. For complete course listings, fees and registration information: haverfordedfoundation.org

Bridge Lessons
Mondays and Tuesdays at 10:30 AM
Tredyffrin Public Library
582 Upper Gulph Rd., Strafford
Bridge games following lesson at 12:15 PM. If you wish to sign up, please contact John Pino at johnpino15@hotmail.com or call 610-401-6475.
marplebridgeclub.com

Chess for Adults
Thursday evenings, 7:00 PM
Tredyffrin Public Library
582 Upper Gulph Rd., Strafford
We are offering drop-in chess games on Thursday evenings. Chess sets are available to borrow at the Circulation Desk. Anyone is welcome to play!
Details: tredyffrinlibraries.org/

Chess for Kids
Shining Knights Chess
Upper Merion Middle School (or UM Township Bldg)
450 Keebler Rd., King of Prussia
Knights, captures, action! Whether you are new to the game, learning to push pawns for the first time, or have played in numerous tournaments and want to sharpen your chess skills, join us at Shining Knights Chess Club. Click here to register or find out more info for Chess Club taking place on Monday evenings, or click here for the Shining Knights Chess week-long
 
Summer Reading Program for Adults
Haverford Library
1601 Darby Rd., Havertown
This year’s adult theme, “Exercise Your Mind,” includes summer reading fun for grownup readers and the goal is to sign up 250 Adults! Once registered, read what you'd like with no restrictions or quotas! This adult program is a flexible read-what-you-like event and has several prize drawings for added fun. Prizes include free books, book bags, and gift cards and grand prizes include tickets to Longwood Gardens and the Philadelphia Art Museum.
Registration and more details.

ON THE BIG SCREEN

Cartoon Extravaganza With Lou Dicrescenzo
Thursday, July 28th
7:00 pm
Bryn Mawr Film Institute
824 Lancaster Ave., Bryn Mawr
Film historian and preservationist Lou DiCrescenzo returns to BMFI for another night of animated fun as he screens eleven classic shorts from his enormous collection of 35mm original process Technicolor prints. Laugh it up with Popeye, Elmer Fudd, Tweety Bird, Mr. Magoo, and other cartoon kooks as they show off their best stuff, on the big screen!
brynmawrfilm.org

The Lord of The Rings: The Two Towers with The Philadelphia Orchestra
Saturday, July 23rd
7:30 PM
Mann Center for the Performing Arts
5201 Parkside Ave., Fairmount Park, Philadelphia
Witness The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, the second film of the beloved trilogy, on a giant screen live with The Philadelphia Orchestra. The symphonic concert will showcase the epic score composed and orchestrated by Academy Award-winner Howard Shore, performed live by The Philadelphia Orchestra and two full choirs. See the epic motion picture as you never have before.
manncenter.org

Wild Summer Conservation Film Series: The Wisdom to Survive
Wednesday, July 20th
7:30 PM
Radnor Fire Company
Directed by John Ankele & Anne Macksoud, The Wisdom to Survive examines the challenges that climate change poses and discusses meaningful action that can be taken by individuals and communities. In the film, leaders and activists urge us to open ourselves to the beauty that surrounds us and get to work on ensuring it thrives. What is keeping us from action? Details

Kebiru Sketch: Discover Japanese Culture Through Anime
Thursday, July 28th
1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Media-Upper Providence Library
1 East Front St., Media
Deepen your understanding of anime on a trip through Japanese culture with comic artist Keville Bowen. Ages 12-18 only.
More Info

Summertime “Paint Outs” from the Wayne Art Center
July 27th: Water Wheel at Eastern University
August 10th: Chanticleer
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Paint "Plein Air" locally this summer at designated public and private locations. An exhibition of your paintings will be held at the Wayne Art Center in September 2016. Works can be "For Sale" or NFS. Fee is $20 for each (Rain or Shine) session. Register here.

"American Dreams" Artists' Reception
Sunday, July 24th, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Old City Jewish Art Center
119 N. 3rd St., Philadelphia
For over a decade, ARTsisters, a dynamic collective of women artists has been bringing the Philadelphia art community together with their diverse blend of perspectives. This July their unique patchwork of viewpoints will be displayed at the Old City Jewish Art Center. It’s no coincidence that their show “American Dreams” will have part of its run during the Democratic National Convention.
A portion of the proceeds from sales at the Old City Jewish Art Center will be given to the Hope School in Philadelphia. The sisters are true to their mission which is to empower each other and the community through art! You can find out more about ARTsisters at artsisters.org

ALL THE WORLD'S A STAGE

Shakespeare in the Park
The Two Gentlemen of Verona
Wednesday July 27th through Sunday July 31st
7:00 PM
Clark Park in “The Bowl” area of the park
Intersection area of Chester Ave. and 43rd St.
University City, Philadelphia
Free Admission
Over 5000 people came out for last year’s “A Winter’s Tale.” Join Philadelphia’s finest actors and dancers for this comedic tale of love and friendship. Shows are general admission & free of charge. Bring a chair or blanket. Weather permitting. Call 215-764-5345 for weather updated info. More details here.

Bastille Day Festival
Saturday, July 16th
2:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Cabaret Performance at 5:30 PM
Eastern State Penitentiary
2027 Fairmount Ave., Philadelphia
Teaming up with “The Bearded Ladies,” an experimental cabaret troupe, Eastern State Penitentiary will present the entire French Revolution in an hour-long spectacle of song, dance, beheading, and raining Tastykakes for their annual Bastille Day celebration. Following the beheading, local Fairmount restaurants will come alive with French-themed entertainment as well as food and drink, and the penitentiary will reopen for rare twilight tours.
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