Hi Neighbor,
It was a cold February day in the 1970's and the forecast called for snow. My brother Shawn and I were determined to manifest a snow day by wearing our PJs inside out, flushing ice cubes down the toilet, and placing spoons under our pillows before heading to bed. We’d do anything for the rare snow day. The next morning, we rushed downstairs to the kitchen, where our Mom was sipping coffee and listening to KYW 1060 on the transistor radio.
As the familiar voice on the radio announced “All Philadephia public and parochial schools are closed,” we knew we were one step closer to our day off. We sat on the edge of our seats, eagerly waiting to hit the snow day lottery as the voice announced each county’s school closures.
“Delaware County 367, 441, 446, 448, 452, 454, 459, 490, 509 two hours late with no morning care... READ MORE
Here's to future snow days,
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Forest Bathing: January Walk
Saturday, January 18
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
This guided wander will be slow-paced and sensory-focused, centered on the practice of Shinrin-Yoku, or “forest bathing,” and the healing power of nature. This walk will include a guided sensory meditation, nature invitations, prompts for sharing and reflection, and ending with a tea tasting and light snacks. Details
Winter Wonderland Farm Festival
Dresher, PA
Weekends
Immerse yourself in the magic of the season. This cozy, enchanting event is designed to warm your heart and spark creativity while celebrating the beauty of Winter. Snuggle with baby animals, create your very own candle with customized aroma using essential oils, and create a succulent planter. Enjoy hot organic tea, coffee and coco in the Kitten Kafe. Details
Fire & Frost
Peddler’s Village
Friday and Saturday, January 17-18
Featuring dozens of spectacular ice sculptures, fire artistry performances, a live DJ, and a Find Jack Frost scavenger hunt. Details
Little Tykes go on Hikes
Saturday, February 15
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Everhart Park, West Chester
During this 45-minute course, guides will be on the trail with little ones and their guardians to tackle some of the most asked questions surrounding taking kids into the woods. Through fun games and hands-on activities, they cover safety, choosing the right trail, packing considerations, and much more! Details
Mummers Pep Rally (GO BIRDS!)
Saturday, January 18, Noon
Suburban Square
Gear up for Eagles playoff season by cheering on the Mummers as they parade through the Square with live music and extravagant green gear. Go Birds! Details
Founders Philly Freeze-Out
Saturday, February 1
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Main Street, Manayunk
Bundle up and head to Main Street to catch live ice carving demonstrations, incredible ice sculptures, food and drink specials, giveaways, the Founders Winter Market, and more! Details
Ice on State
January 25-26
Media
Bundle up and spend a magical weekend at Ice on State in Media.
Visitors will experience the frozen magic as the world-famous Ice Sculpture Philly squad will be creating custom, sparkling art in the bustling State Street District. Ice sculptures and music. Details
Kennett Winterfest
February 22
Bundle up and enjoy winter brews from 60+ unique craft breweries, live music and delectable fare. Ticket price includes unlimited tastings of delicious craft beer. Food is pay as you go (food is not included in the price of admission). Details
Maker Mondays
Monday, January 20
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Media Borough Hall
Come join us to make a Paper Snowflake Garland or Macrame Snowflake! Explore creativity and connect with others in a fun and supportive environment. Details
Happy New Year, neighbor, and congrats on surviving the holidays! Treat yo self to a sweet mango treat, need a last-minute babysitter, and some brand new retail (or red light?) therapy on King Street, plus lots more!
READ JANUARY'S LOCAL BUZZ!
BE OF SERVICE
MLK Day of Service
Saturday, January 18
Trinity Presbyterian Church, Berwyn
10 AM-12 PM: Repair Cafe – bring your repair skills to help mend broken items from our neighborhood. Repair Cafe is an initiative of the Easton Environmental Action Committee and Trinity Church and seeks to divert waste from landfill.
10 AM-3 PM: Food Pantry Drive – come help out at the Food Pantry! Volunteers can collect and organize donations and do other projects directed at making an impact on food insecurity in the T/E region.
Noon-2 PM: Hygiene Kits — come make hygeine kits for Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA). PDA provides direct financial and in-kind support to individuals recovering in the wake of natural disasters locally. Our hygiene kits will be sent locally and nationwide to assist recovery efforts. Details
Wayne Cares Foor Drive
Monday, January 20
Wayne United Methodist Church
210 South Wayne Ave, Wayne
Help however you can by donating nonperishable food items, toiletries, cleaning supplies. Pull up and pop trunk!
Details
The Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service
Monday, January 20
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Upper Merion Township Building
This event is intended for families to partake in a variety of fun community service activities that will benefit the Upper Merion area. There will also be a volunteer fair where teens and adults can learn about volunteer opportunities with local organizations, as well as information about the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania. Details
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Weekend of Service
January 18 – 20
Cradles To Crayons is proud to celebrate Dr. King’s legacy of service by offering several opportunities for volunteer engagement in support of our mission to help children living in poverty throughout the Greater Philadelphia region. Details
Day of Service
Monday, January 20
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Riverbend Environmental Center
This event is open to ALL ages! Please bring your own water and work gloves to the event. Volunteers will be working outdoors helping our Habitat Manager with invasive plant removal. Details
MLK Day of Service
Monday, January 20
11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education
Honor MLK’s legacy with a host of nature- and forest-focused service projects. Details
Clothing & Food Drive
St. Paul’s Baptist Church
Monday, January 20
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
1 Hagerty Boulevard, West Chester
Annual MLK Day Food Drop-Off and Clothing Giveaway. Details
Donating to Local Food Pantries and Food Banks
Area food pantries continue to see increased needs. Please consider donating to a food pantry near you!
Find more pantries here
TWO LOST PETS NEED HOMES
Calm, joyful, house trained Sherman and Happy, loving Tooter
are available for adoption through the Montgomery County SPCA.
Sherman is "an absolute joy since arriving at the shelter" say the staff. He's calm and well-mannered and longs to be your loyal companion. Sherman was a stray and appears to be house trained, keeping his kennel clean and rarely having accidents.Sweetheart Sherman enjoys peaceful walks and has excellent leash manners—sometimes walking in a perfect heel! He’s handler-focused, making him a joy to walk with. Sherman takes treats gently and waits patiently for them to be offered, and he’s also learned to sit independently, whether for a treat or for love and attention. He’s toy-focused at times but will happily trade one toy for another and waits for the fun to begin! He would likely do best in a home as the only dog, where he can be the center of attention and enjoy all the love you have to offer. Fill out an adoption application
Tooter is a 1.5-year-old energetic, friendly, intelligent husky. A magnificent young husky – active, playful and always ready for an adventure! He was found as a stray.Blue-eyed Tooter loves to run so a fenced yard would be heaven for him and he's doing really well with walking and heeling training. Volunteers say he’s a smart guy who responds well to positive reinforcement, especially treats. He'd do best in a home where people are familiar with the breed and enjoy his energetic, enthusiastic nature. He'll be neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, and ready when you are. If handsome Tooter could be a great fit for your family, stop by the Conshohocken location to meet him, or fill out an adoption application
Dogs for Adoption
Cats for Adoption
If there's a special breed you're looking for, fill out the Montgomery County SPCA Breed Notification Alert and the SPCA will contact you.
Montgomery County SPCA
19 East Ridge Pike, Conshohocken
Kennel EIN: 2862
Phone: 610-825-0111
Email: mcspca@voicenet.com
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Lunar New Year Celebration
Saturday, January 25
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Main Line Art Center
Usher in the year of the Snake with hands-on art activities for all ages and an outdoor performance of the iconic Lion Dance by the Philadelphia Suns. Free but registration required. Details
CultureFest! Lunar New Year
Saturday, January 25
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Penn Museum
A full day of festivities—including storytelling, art making, live music and dance performances—that ends with a traditional Lion Dance. Details
Lunar New Year Celebration
Saturday, February 1
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
State Street, Media
Catch a live performance of the Lion Dance on State Street.
Details
DAMP JANUARY
Wine, Cheese & Honey
Saturdays & Sundays in January
Penns Woods Winery
Spend a cozy winter weekend afternoon sampling four wines paired with local cheeses and honeys. Details
Chocolate, Wine & Whiskey
Saturday, January 25
Greater Philadelphia Expo Center
Enjoy chocolate in all its sweet and gooey splendor, from hand-rolled truffles to rich and silky fondue. Quench your thirst with Champagne, Prosecco, premium wines and fine whiskies.
Details
Winter Unwined
Music is 6:30 to 9:30 PM
Shadybrook Farm
Every Fri & Sat night thru March 8
Come out of the cold and into the Greenhouse for live music by local artists. Music, drinks, food and fun! Details
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