Hi Neighbor!
Valentine’s Day is one of those holidays that people either Love, Love to Hate, or Love NOT to celebrate, am I right? While I am a lover of decorations and holidays, I can go either way with Valentine’s Day, usually leaning towards Love. While my husband was the best wooer I’ve ever had, and has given me some of the best homemade cards (aka “poems” on the back of his business cards😁), we are now at the point where “Hallmark Day” (aka Valentine’s Day) is best celebrated after the fact, when chocolates and flowers are 50% off and you can get a dinner reservation before 9:00 PM.
This year instead of turning to the Hallmark Channel, or a good RomCom to get me in the V-day spirit, I thought it would be fun to ask the MLN crew to share one of their best or worst Valentine’s Day experiences and as usual they did not disappoint! I hope that you enjoy their real-life stories as much as I did 😍.
READ ON!
Neighborly Yours, Chris
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Lots to love on the Main Line this month, from a new Serena & Lily storefront to a soon-to-open taqueria by Jose Garces to an aptly named bar in West Chester…
Serena & Lily Lands on the Main Line
Two months ago, we shared a rumor about a potential Serena & Lily storefront in Haverford. Well, hold on to your Riviera stools, friends…the Serena & Lily Main Line Design Shop officially opens on Sunday, February 13 with a special Open House at its new location at 25 Haverford Station Road. At nearly 4,000 square feet, the shop will stock plenty of favorites from the coastal-inspired home and lifestyle brand, including furniture, bedding, rugs, pillows, wallpaper, lighting, art and décor. Original paintings by local artists Maureen Boyd, Andrea Moran and Kristen Tirney will grace the walls as well. For those with decorating dilemmas (#raiseshand), complimentary room plans and advice are available from the shop’s team of design advisors, either in-store, at your home or virtually ...
The Award for Best Bar Name Goes To…
Moods can change in a matter of minutes these days. Thankfully, there’s a bar for that! Now open in downtown West Chester, Good, Bad & Ugly—the newest offering from the Stove and Co. Restaurant Group—puts a modern twist on the beloved dive bar with food served in baskets, classic bar games (think pool, foosball and shuffleboard), happy hour specials, beers served on tap (and by the can) and playful décor. “We want a spot that you can come as you are—whether it’s dressed from work, casual from home, or stylish for a night on the town. We want to tell all sides of the story—the good, the bad and the ugly. All are welcome and invited,” explains co-owner Justin Weathers. ...
1-900-ICE-CREAM Adds Coffee Service... A New Taqueria Comes to Town... No-Trauma Takeout ...
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LOCAL LOVE HAUNTS!
Til Death Do Us Part: Love Stories of Laurel Hill
Saturday, February 12th
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Laurel Hill Cemetery, Philadelphia
A special Valentine's Day walking tour filled with tales of love buried beneath the cemetery’s earth. Tickets also include specialty chocolate from Mueller Chocolate Company! Details
All Thorns, No Roses Walking Tour of West Laurel Hill Cemetery
Sunday, February 13th
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
West Laurel Hill Cemetery, Bala Cynwyd
Treat your Valentine to a winter time walking tour of the cemetery to learn about love and abandonment, affairs and revenge, and all the love gone wrong stories that put the bitter in bittersweet! Details
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Wine & Chocolate
Weekends in February
Three seatings: 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM & 4:00 PM
Chaddsford Winery
Tasting of five diverse wines paired with artisan selections from Éclat Chocolate. Learn more about local grape-growing conditions and Chaddsford’s unique winemaking process, from production to aging and bottling. Reservations required. Details
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FOR THE LOVE OF ANIMALS
Club Zoo
Friday, February 18th & Monday, February 21st
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM and 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Brandywine Zoo, Wilmington
During winter break, kids ages 4-14 can tour the zoo, meet some animals up close, and have fun with zoo-themed activities! Pre-registration required. Details
Owl Prowl
Friday, February 18th
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Schuylkill Valley Nature Center, Philadelphia
Learn how owls have intrigued people for generations with their elusive nature, hunting prowess, and physical beauty. Then take a hike and look for signs of these silent, mysterious creatures. Event will be held both indoors and outdoors. Space is limited, and registration is required. Details
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HIKE, WALK, RUN OR CRAWL!
Goat Hiking
Saturdays in February
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Valley Green (Wissahickon Park), Philadelphia
Like hiking? Love goats? Then you will love this 30-minute hike that takes rescued farm goats throughout the park. Space is limited to 14 people per hike so that you all get a chance to walk and snuggle with a new friend! Details
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Valentine's Day Walking Tour
Monday, February 14th, 4:30 PM
Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens, Philadelphia
Fall in love all over again this year on this intimate tour focusing on the many romantic aspects of the glittering galleries and labyrinth at Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens. Reservations required. Details
Lonely Hearts Bar Crawl
Saturday, February 12th, 5:00 PM
Misconduct Tavern, Philadelphia
This Lonely-Hearts Bar Crawl will have you saying goodbye to the season of love and hello to the season of self-love! Details
Cupid’s Undie Run
Saturday, February 19th
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Xfinity Live, Philadelphia
Lace up for this “brief” fun run that takes place in the middle of a BIG party. Best part is, it’s all to fundraise for NF research through the Children’s Tumor Foundation! Details
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Beautiful, house trained Lilly the cattle dog mix, is looking for a home.
She is calm, gentle, protective and sweet. Lilly was rescued by Finding Shelter Animal Rescue after living for six years as an intended puppy producer at a puppy mill. When she never had puppies, she was surrendered and is now waiting to join a family of her own. Affectionate and well behaved, Lilly is simply lovely.
Submit an adoption application for Lilly online
findingshelter.org
Since 1986, Metropolitan Veterinary Associates (MVA), a privately owned hospital and Penn Vet affiliate, has provided the highest quality of veterinary medicine. It is our mission to enhance and improve the lives of our patients through exceptional care. To aid this mission we are practicing out of a renovated 25,000 square foot facility with state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic equipment. We concentrate on specialty and emergency cases, allowing us to dedicate high-level care to the following disciplines: behavioral medicine, cardiology, dentistry, dermatology, emergency, internal medicine, interventional radiology, minimally invasive surgery, neurology, oncology, ophthalmology, radiology (including CT, MRI, and I-131), and surgery.
metro-vet.com
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FEELIN’ FESTIVE!
Family Fire Pit Festival
Saturday, February 19th
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Fort Mifflin on the Delaware, Philadelphia
Explore Fort Mifflin and discover unique activities at each of our special fire pits and fire places. Meet a Revolutionary War or Civil War soldier, or listen to a ghost story! Details
Winterfest Weekend
Saturday, February 19th and Sunday February 20th
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Elmwood Park Zoo, Norristown
Embrace the chilly weather with some winter-themed entertainment and activities, including an ice slide, chats with animal ambassadors, carousel rides, s’mores and drink specials. Details
Stroudsburg Winterfest
Saturday, February 19th
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Downtown Stroudsburg
Take a stroll through Stroudsburg and enjoy 50+ illuminated ocean themed ice sculptures, a scavenger hunt, and family fun. Details
Jim Thorpe WinterFest
Saturday, February 19th & Sunday, February 20th, 10:00 AM
Jim Thorpe, PA
Featuring ice carvings, ice bars, live entertainment, train rides, horse drawn carriage rides, food & drink specials, and the famous Mug Walk. Details
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Winterfest
Saturday, February 26th
600 S. Broad St., Kennett Square
Bundle up and enjoy winter brews from 65 unique craft breweries. Food trucks, vendors and live music too. Details
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Snowmen of Stroudsburg
Daily through February 26th
Downtown Stroudsburg
Take a stroll through downtown Stroudsburg and vote for your favorite snowman! Created by a collaboration of local and regional artists, these "unmeltable" snowmen, are guaranteed to make you smile! Details
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FOR A CAUSE
Designer Bag Bingo
Friday, February 11th @ 6:00 PM
Hope Community Church, King of Prussia
Join the Upper Merion Police Association for a night of BINGO, raffles and prizes! BYOB! Register online or at the door. Details
Fashion Funds the Cure
Saturday, March 5th @ 1:00 PM
King of Prussia Mall (Bloomingdale Court), King of Prussia
Show your support for the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation while enjoying high fashion, delicious food, cocktails and a silent auction. Details
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The Baldwin School develops bright, talented girls into confident, accomplished women with vision, global understanding and the determination to make enduring contributions to the world.
baldwinschool.org
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Whether it’s Valentine’s Day, Gal-entines Day, or sharing sweets with the family, Suburban Square is the perfect place to celebrate with the ones you love!
Suburban Square
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Enhance your outdoor space using pathway lighting, accent and uplighting, patio and entertainment space outdoor lighting from Illuminate Landscape lighting.
illuminatelandscapelighting.com
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Looking for a fun, active, stress-relieving winter activity? Try dancing! Small class sizes. Couples and singles welcome.
amdancestudio.com
Narberth (610) 668-8870
Paoli (610) 993-9305
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Overcome your addiction in 2022. RCA is a leading provider of drug & alcohol addiction treatment in the Delaware Valley.
Let us help you today
TheDevonDifference.com
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Our community of talented and creative theatre professionals are excited to share a summer filled with acting, singing, dancing, storytelling, script writing, musical theatre, friendships, and so much more!
Don’t miss the opportunity to experience the magic of theatre this summer!
Contact us today to learn more and register at 610-642-0233 or wolfperformingartscenter.org
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As America’s Oldest Auction House, Freeman’s is always welcoming consignments and available to assist with your collecting needs.
Freemans
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