Hi Neighbor!
In October, I celebrated my 7th anniversary working at Main Line Neighbors. Helping to curate events for both the Newsletter and Website is one of my favorite things to do at MLN!
I love my job year-around, but during the holidays it becomes something truly special. Throughout the year, Iβm gathering activities, hidden gems, and community highlightsβbut during the holiday season, every event feels infused with a little extra magic. People are looking for ways to connect, celebrate, and make memories, and I get to help them discover exactly where to find those moments. Itβs a joy to curate experiences that bring neighbors together and showcase the heart of the community. Read Moreβ
Weβll be off for the next two weeks soaking up the season with our families, but our Holiday Guide is here to help you find festive, fun events that will create long lasting memories with the people you love.
Merry Everything & Happy New Year!
Chris and the MLN Crew
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The Longevity Movement Series
Mitochondrial Enhancement: Creatine
Creatine has become a very popular amino acid as of late primarily due to recent research on its benefits. It is naturally found in our bodies with the highest concentrations found in muscles & brain tissue. It is also intricately linked to cellular mitochondrial production of ATP which is the reason it is so helpful for exercise performance & recovery.
We have seen a tremendous increase in interest & positive feedback about it this past year. It has always been associated with use in men going back to its inclusion in numerous bodybuilding stacks from the 80s & 90s. More recently, research has focused on its benefits in womenβs health, specifically the brain & body composition during the transition from perimenopause to menopause. Creatine has been shown to improve mental acuity, memory & recall along with improving muscle mass due to estrogen & progesteroneβs impact of lowering its bioavailability. It has also become a mainstay for concussion & Traumatic Brain Injury Support protocols. Dosing is not complicated and the side effect profile appears to be minimal in nature. 5-10g per day every day is commonly recommended in water or smoothie with GI side effects of nausea or diarrhea most common if at all.
Michael Briggs, PharmD, CNC, ICCT serves as COO of Lionville Natural Pharmacy and has been published in The Professional Guide to Complementary & Alternative Therapies, Complementary and Alternative Medicine for Older Adults. The Nursing Drug Handbook Series, and Pharmacotherapy. Learn more at lionrx.com.
Member Spotlight
The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia Presents FULLANA PLAYS MOZART
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Fullana Plays MozartMozart Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Major, K. 219Mozart Sinfonia Concertante in E-flat Major, K. 364Francisco Fullana leads the Chamber Orchestra in this all-Mozart program featuring gems from the composerβs violin collection. Hailed as a βrising starβ (BBC Music Magazine), whose playing is βelectric and virtuosicβ (The Strad), Fullana performs Concerto No. 3 in G-Major, Concerto No. 5 in A Major, and the sumptuous Sinfonia Concertante in E-Flat Major for violin and viola, performed with our Principal Violist, Mary Yong.
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LIGHTS UP!
West Goshen Community Park Winter Wonderlights
Through January 5 | 5 PM β 9 PM β Weather Permitting
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Rose Tree Park Festival of Lights
Through January 3 | 5 PM β 10 PM
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Elmwood Park Zoo Wild Lights
Through December 30 | 5 PM β 9 PM
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Christmas at Penn Medicine Park
Through December 31
Sunday β Thursday 5:30 PM β 9 PM
Friday β Saturday 5:30 PM β 10 PM
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NORCO Fire Company Carnival of Lights
Through January 1 | 6 PM β 10 PM
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Riverfront Wilmington Holiday Christmas Drone Light Show
December 19 & 31 | 6 PM
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SOUNDS OF THE SEASON
The Shooting Stars Holiday Spectacular
Saturday, December 20 |7:30 PM
Sunday, December 21 |1:00 PM
Monsignor Bonner Archbishop Prendergast High School, Drexel Hill
This high-energy, family-friendly performance is overflowing with show-stopping holiday production numbers that will leave audiences dazzled by the magic of the season. Details
A Celtic Christmas Celebration with The O'Rourkes
Phoenixville Public Library
Monday, December 22 | 6:30 PM
Enjoy an acoustic concert of Celtic Christmas carols from the British Isles and learn about the historical, literary and religious themes contained in the carols. Details
A Philadelphia Nutcracker
Friday, December 19 | 7 PM
Saturday, December 20 | 1 PM or 5 PM
Sunday, December 21 | 1 PM or 4 PM
Montco Cultural Center Theater, Blue Bell
The Philadelphia Dance Theatreβs beloved holiday tradition, A Philadelphia Nutcracker, is a magical retelling of the classic show set in historic Philadelphia! Details
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βBrandywine Ballet Presents The Nutcracker
Friday, December 19 | 10 AM or 6 PM
Saturday, December 20 - Sunday, December 21
11 AM or 4 PM
West Chester University, Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall
Ring in the season with The Brandywine Ballet as they perform Tchaikovskyβs timeless score. Join Clara and her Uncle Drosselmeyer as they battle the Mouse King, travel through a magical forest of dancing snowflakes, and finally enter the Land of Sweets to meet the Sugar Plum Fairy who rewards them with performances by a sweet cast of characters. Details
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HANUKKAH HAPPENINGS!
Hanukkah Celebration
Friday, December 19 | 6 PM β 8:30 PM
Kesher Israel Congregation, West Chester
Bring your own menorah and celebrate Hanukkah at Kesher Israel with candle lighting, Kabbalat Shabbat Services and dinner.
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Cirque du Chanukah
Saturday, December 20 | 5:45 PM β 9 PM
Kaiserman Branch (JCC), Wynnewood
Celebrate the 7th night Chanukah at a special Cirque du Chanukah show with Chanukah music, acrobats, high flying aerial and acrobatic acts, trampoline, juggling, comedy and more. A kosher dinner is also included. Details
Hanukkah Celebration
Saturday, December 20 | 9 AM β 4:30 PM
Please Touch Museum, Philadelphia
Celebrate and honor the traditions of the Festival of Lights with special interactive Storytimes with Bubbie Lisa. Details
Bryn Mawr Chanukah Festival
Sunday, December 21 | 3:30 PM β 5 PM
The Bryn Mawr Gazebo
This inaugural festival features a Great Chanukah Gelt Drop, a DJ, Latkes & Donuts, Lighting a Giant Menorah Lighting, Face Painting, Inflatables, Chanukah crafts, swag and so much more!
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KWANZAA CELEBRATIONS
Kwanzaa Celebration for All Ages!
Friday, December 26 β Saturday, December 27
12 PM β 3 PM
Parkway Central Library, Philadelphia
A two-day celebration with multicultural performances, history, lunch for kids, and workshops on the seven principles of Kwanzaa. Details
Kwanzaa Crafternoon
Wednesday, December 17 | 3 PM β 5 PM
Gladwyne Library
Come to the childrenβs room anytime during the afternoon to make a Kwanzaa craft. There will be plenty colorful paper, fun stickers, and markers, so all you need is your creativity to create the perfect craft! Details
Kwanzaa Celebration
Sunday, December 28 | 11 AM - 4 PM
University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology
Connect with community, celebrate African American culture, and create lasting memories with your family at this FREE festival of vibrant traditions, inspiring performances, family fun, workshops, an artisan market, and handmade gifts for youth. Details
AAMP Kwanzaa Celebration
Friday, December 26 β January 1 | Various Times
African American Museum, Philadelphia
Celebrate the Seven Days of Kwanzaa with a mix of free in-person and virtual events that will feature daily activities for each of the seven principles (Nguzo Saba) like art, music, workshops (including cooking!), storytelling, and a special bazaar honoring Cooperative Economics (Ujamaa) with Black vendors. Details β
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