Hi Neighbor!
It’s January 2nd at 10am. I open my computer, power through emails, then open a blank Word document. I sit at my desk and stare at the empty page, the cursor blinking at me, patiently waiting for me to begin. I sip my coffee. I think, It’s only 500 words. The cursor blinks louder. I glance down and see Mabel snoring in her bed next to me, not a care in the world. I take another sip. I begin.
A fresh start is always available, yet we tend to wait for one. A Monday. The beginning of the month. The start of a new school year. A birthday. January 1st. We like a clean line in the sand before we begin something new—eating better, moving our bodies, giving something up, starting again. There’s a name for this READ MORE
Happy 2026!
Regina
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Cheers to the new year with a craft donut shop in Berwyn, the long-awaited opening of Ballard Designs, a local Barry’s Bootcamp and more! Read January's In The Loop.
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A Fresh Start to the New Year!
Do you want to be more intentional about how you feel about the future, how you spend your time, & who you spend your time with in your 3rd act of life?
Join a retreat for women 50 yrs+ “Creating a Meaningful 3rd Act” at the spectacular Hutton Brickyards in the Hudson Valley. Imagine taking a few days to quiet the noise of your life and join together with other wise, spirited and supportive women to rethink how you want to live in the next phase of your life. You’ll gain insights, build self-compassion, & learn tools to guide you towards making this part of your life the best part yet!
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MORE FRESH STARTS TO 2026
ChesCo Race Fest #1 — 10K & 20K
Sunday, January 11: 11AM l 500 Lee Road, Wayne
Get active this winter with a fun, community-oriented running event in Wayne! Whether you’re training for longer distances or just enjoy a scenic run, choose between a 10K or 20K course around a fairly flat park loop. Includes snacks, drinks, pizza, and a spectator-friendly layout that lets family and friends cheer you on. Details
Knowing Peace: A Quaker Buddhist Exploration
January 15–18
Pendle Hill, Wallingford, PA
Discover practices that nurture inner calm and spiritual insight at this experiential weekend workshop blending early Quaker traditions with Buddhist insight meditation. Details
January New Moon in Capricorn: A Healing Circle for Awakening New Beginnings
Sunday, January 18 l 2 – 3:30PM
Chadds Ford, PA
Ring in the first New Moon of the year with a guided healing circle focused on intention-setting, grounding, and awakening new beginnings. Details
Vision & Vibration — 2026 Manifestation Retreat
January 23–25
Himalayan Institute Retreat Center, Honesdale, PA
Step into 2026 with clarity, intention, and high vibration at this immersive weekend retreat designed to help you amplify your emotional energy, focus your vision, and manifest goals. Details
The Art of Beginning Again Retreat
Saturday, January 24 l 9AM – 5PM
New Hope
Gather as a creative community for a day that blends reflection with hands-on making. Explore visual journaling with watercolor pencils, creative writing prompts, and a vision-boarding experience that’s nothing like the usual cut-and-paste. Details
Rediscover the Love in your Marriage
Friday, Feb 6 - Sunday, Feb 8
Malvern Retreat House
A safe, peace-filled setting encouraging couples to learn to communicate in a deeper, more meaningful way with each other. Details
Silent Retreat
Friday, April 17 - Sunday April 19
Amethyst Retreat Center - Duncannon, PA
A guided silent retreat designed for seekers of all traditions to slow down, reconnect with inner stillness, and deepen spiritual awareness. Details
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Think. Imagine. Design. Create! @ The Phelps School
Register for The Phelps School Middle School Innovate & Create Day, designed especially for prospective 6th, 7th, and 8th grade boys.
Students can take a sneak peek at Phelps’ middle school unique science and art programs. From problem solving to experiments to paint and drawing, join us for The Phelps’ School Innovate and Create Day. This fun and interactive event allows students to learn by doing—while parents gain insight into how Phelps nurtures creativity, confidence, and curiosity in boys.Space is limited – Don’t miss out.
Register today and let your son experience innovation and creativity in action!
GLIDE INTO WINTER
The Stables l Chester Springs
A cozy Winter Wonderland — complete with an ice skating rink, making it the perfect spot for your family to eat, drink, and celebrate all season long. Details
Kennett Creamery Winter Park | Kennett Square
A festive Winter Park featuring a public ice rink made from Glice, an innovative and environmentally-friendly synthetic ice. Perfect for families and casual skaters alike. Details
Flight on Ice | Newtown Square
100% “Real” Outdoor Ice Skating Rink returns for another magical season, through February 1. Details
WinterFest Ice Skating Season at Cooper River
WinterFest Ice Skating at Cooper River Park open through February 22. Details
Fire & Frost Festival
Friday & Saturday, January 9 & 10, 16 & 17
4:00-8:00 PM
Peddlers Village, New Hope
Fire. Ice. And the last days of holiday lights! Featuring dozens of spectacular ice sculptures, fire artistry performances, a live DJ, and a Find Jack Frost scavenger hunt and more! Details
