How Global Travel Empowers Girls Through Education and Inspiration When a student travels the world, it transforms their education by broadening their perspectives, fostering cross-cultural learning, and inspiring ambition. When girls travel - either physically or through stories and digital experiences - they are exposed to different cultures, languages, and ways of life. This global exposure challenges traditional gender roles and stereotypes, especially in communities where girls’...
4 days ago • 2 min read
April 17, 2025 LOCAL STORIES, BUZZ + AN EVENT ROUNDUP FOR THE 'BURBS LOCAL BLOG | CALENDAR | NEWSLETTERS | MAIN LINE EDUCATION GUIDE | ADVERTISE Hi Neighbor, At our house there are long expired medicines. These include over the counter as well as prescriptions from all of us, pets included, taking up real estate in our cabinet and closet. It’s spring-cleaning time and I’m focused on reclaiming that space. How can these be disposed of responsibly? I thought long-expired pills could be tossed...
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Join us at Brandywine Valley SPCA's Walk for Paws April 26, at West Goshen Community Park, in West Chester, 10 am - 1 pm. It’s a furr-tastic day for the whole family, including a 5K color run, 1K walk led by Fox 29’s Dawn Timmeney, yoga with puppies, food trucks, live music, local vendors, kids' fun zone, dog activities, and so much more! Take a walk (or run) in the park with us! Lace up for a blast of color and family fun during our 5K color run, or take a walk in the park with Dawn...
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April 10, 2025 LOCAL STORIES, BUZZ + AN EVENT ROUNDUP FOR THE 'BURBS LOCAL BLOG | CALENDAR | NEWSLETTERS | MAIN LINE EDUCATION GUIDE | ADVERTISE Hi Neighbor, In 2021, I wrote an essay about my dog Mumford titled “Mumford is my Guru.” Four years later, he continues to teach me how to live. Two weekends ago, Mumford stopped eating and seemed a little off. Still outside in our yard playing and chasing his beloved bouncy balls, I didn't think much of it. Maybe it was something he ate in the yard?...
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Hi Neighbor, Planning ahead and utilizing school programs to combat the "summer slide"—the loss of academic skills over the summer—can be really effective for helping your child maintain and even build on what they’ve learned during the school year. Here are some tips on how to plan early: Communicate with Teachers for Continued Support Check for suggestions: Talk to your child’s teacher before school ends to ask for recommendations on resources or strategies to support learning over the...
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April 3, 2025 LOCAL STORIES, BUZZ + AN EVENT ROUNDUP FOR THE 'BURBS LOCAL BLOG | CALENDAR | NEWSLETTERS | MAIN LINE EDUCATION GUIDE | ADVERTISE Hi Neighbor, So many books, so little time, yet spring seems the perfect season to leap into a new book. Fortunately, our neighborhoods are filled with great choices for browsing, perusing, borrowing, or buying, ranging from independently owned stores, used books stores, big chains, and our own lavish library system. Let’s spring into action by...
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Hi Neighbor! Summer is just around the corner! Check out our summer camp guide to help you plan a summer filled with laughter, friendship, and endless memories! Start planning now and visit MainLineCamps.com for our complete camp list. Make this summer one to remember! Delaware County Christian School Summer Programs Discover Day Camp (Ages 3-5)Explore Day Camp (Ages 6-10)Experience Day Camp (Ages 11-12)Excursions Day Camp (Ages 13-14)Knights Sports Academy (Ages 8-12)Excel Enrichment Camps...
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March 27, 2025 LOCAL STORIES, BUZZ + AN EVENT ROUNDUP FOR THE 'BURBS LOCAL BLOG | CALENDAR | NEWSLETTERS | MAIN LINE EDUCATION GUIDE | ADVERTISE Hi Neighbor, I recently read a quote that said, "In case you’re wondering what happens after you're done having kids and adopting pets, it’s plants—you adopt plants"! I immediately shared it with my husband, laughing as we both realized it’s exactly where we’re headed next! Our plant story began over 30 years ago when we were first dating. When I met...
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Take Control of Your College Future—Join Our Intensive Boot Camp! One Week. Expert Guidance. A College Application That Stands Out. The college admissions process can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. If you’re a rising junior or senior, now is the time to start crafting a college application that truly reflects your potential. That’s where our College Boot Camp comes in. Taking place from August 10th -16th, this week-long, in-person program is designed to give students everything...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read