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As a young girl, I learned how to sew, first in 4-H where I was taught basic stitches and how to sew buttons on a shirt, and then in Home Economics class where I was taught more advanced skills like how to make actual clothes. There is no need to relive the terrible terrycloth short set I made in junior high, all the rage of the decade, but let it be noted, I learned how to sew.
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Still stitching,
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Lots to love about the Main Line this month, neighbor, from an indie bookstore in Media to an Ardmore gardening hub to a luxe equestrian boutique in Villanova!
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WINTER WEEKEND FESTIVALS
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Bryn Mawr Ice Sculpting Festival
Friday, February 21
4:00 PM โ 7:00 PM
Lancaster Avenue, Bryn Mawr
Ice sculptures will abound in downtown Bryn with a live ice carving demonstration taking place at the Bryn Mawr Village Shops at 5:30 pm. Local businesses will be offering special treats throughout the town: hot cocoa station, sโmores station, champagne, and more! Details
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Winterfest Weekend
Saturday, February 15 โ Sunday, February 16
10:00 AM โ 4:00 PM
Elmwood Park Zoo, Norristown
Embrace the chilly weather with winter-themed entertainment and fun activities at the zoo. Enjoy the amazing twenty foot ice slide plus live music, sโmore making, and drinks specials for the grown-ups. Details
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Fire and Ice Fest
Friday, February 21, 6:00 PM โ 9:00 PM
Saturday, February 22, 3:00 PM โ 8:00 PM
Upper Dublin Township Building, Fort Washington
This festival offers everything you would expect in winter: ice sculptures, ice skating, vendors, and entertainment. Details
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Fire and Ice Festival 2025
Friday, February 21, 5:00 PM โ 9:00 PM
Saturday, February 22, 4:00 PM โ 8:00 PM
Skippack Village, Skippack
Skippack Village is hosting a brand-new Frost and Flame experience featuring spectacular ice sculptures by Hatfield Ice Concepts and fire artistry performances. Live music, kid activities, and food will be available. Details
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Warm Up Your Winter
Thursday, February 20
2:00 PM โ 4:00 PM
Creutzburg Center, Radnor
Learn to prepare a comforting wintertime meal to warm you from the inside out. Detailโsโ
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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. Detailsโ
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Valentines Day Every Day
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How did beautiful, senior Barbara wander the streets alone when rescued by Montgomery County SPCA? This sweet senior is blind and deaf and desperately in need of an indoor, loving home to comfort and protect her. Barbara has gentle amber eyes that seem to be perfectly matched to her amber and black coat. She is spayed, microchipped and in good health. Barbara reminders us that every day can be Valentineโs Day when she lovingly snuggles, safe and warm in your lap.To encourage a Valentine adopter for Barbara, Montgomery County SPCA waived her adoption fee. Adopt Barbara
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Affectionate, adorable Andi was abandoned, tied to a bench in the rain, scared and shut down. When she first arrived at Montgomery County SPCA, Andi would curl up in a ball, shaking with fear. But with time, patience, and lots of love from the shelter staff and volunteers, affectionate Andi has slowly begun to adjust. This lovely looking 4 year old has a permanent smile as her top lip doesnโt quite cover two of her bottom teeth. A compact medium-size, 44 lbs., Andi is incredibly sweet and playful once she feels safe. Choose Andi for your forever Valentine and youโll enjoy her devotion everyday. Adopt Andi โ
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โ 119 East Ridge Pike Conshohocken
Kennel EIN: 2862
Phone: 610-825-0111
Email: mcspca@voicenet.comIf there's a special breed you're looking for, fill out the Montgomery County SPCA Breed Notification Alertโ
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CUPID CALLING
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Creatively Cupid Valentine Workshops
Friday, February 14
6:00 PM โ 8:00 PM
Main Line Art Center
Spend a fun-filled evening with a friend or partner discovering the art of pottery, painting or jewelry-making. All participants leave with a hand-crafted memento. BYOB. Detailsโ
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Vegan Valentineโs
Thursday, February 13
6:30 PM โ 8:30 PM
Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education
Vegan cheesemaker Adam Campos of Ladybug shares his love of vegan cheesemaking, including suggested snack and beverage pairings, how vegan cheese compares to dairy and a rundown of the benefits of eating vegan. Detailsโ
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Sweetheart Skate
Friday, February 14
7:00 PM โ 11:00 PM
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink
Treat your sweetie to a night of skating, live music, hot chocolate, cozy cabins, fire pits and dazzling views of the Ben Franklin Bridge. Detailsโ
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Valentineโs Day Pairings
Friday, February 14
12:00 PM โ 7:00 PM
Penns Woods Winery
Celebrate Valentine's Day in the wineryโs warm and cozy Tasting Room. Enjoy wine and chocolate pairings, charcuterie boards, special beverages and more! Detailsโ
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COMMUNITY EDUCATION
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Beyond the Diagnosis: A Conversation About OCD and Eating Disorders
Thursday, February 13
6:30 PM 8:30 PM
St. Davids Golf Club in Wayne
A conversation with Minding Your Mind program facilitators Dr. Jenna DiLossi and Melissa Harrison, LPC, co-founders of the Center for Hope & Health in Ardmore, PA, and co-authors of a new book on the subject. The discussion and Q&A will be guided by Dr. Mitchell A. Green, founder of Greenpsych in Bryn Mawr, PA, and a nationally recognized licenced clinical and sport psychologist. Registration is free, light refreshments will be served, books will be available for purchase. Detailsโ
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WRC Financial Education Event
๏ปฟFebruary 15
9:00 AM-11:30 AM
Trinity Presbyterian Church of Berwyn
Join in the discussion with WRC's Financial Stability Program, expert panelists will present and answer questions on financial topics to support women toward greater financial knowledge and resilience. $10 fee to register. Continental breakfast will be provided. Childcare accommodations are available with registration until February 10th. This event is educational only and no products or services will be sold. Detailsโ
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THINGS TO DO ON A DAY OFF FROM SCHOOL
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Sewing and Design Mini Camp
Monday, February 17
9:00 AMโ 12:00 PM
Christine Shirley, Wayne
Make the most of a day off from school by attending a mini sewing class! Bring your creativity and have some fun! Ages 8 -12. Details
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DCS Symphony Explorers
Monday, February 17
6:30 PM โ 7:30 PM
Neumann University, Aston
A free event for budding musicians sponsored by the Delaware County Symphony. On this evening participants accompanied by an adult will be exposed to the trombone. Details
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Presidentโs Day Mini Camp
Monday, February 17
12:30 PM โ 3:30 PM
The Little Gym, Ardmore
Keep the kids active on their day off from school. Drop them off for this mini-camp, ages, 3 โ 10. Details
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Indoor Mini Golf
Now โ March 7, 9:00 AM โ 5:00 PM
March 8 โ April 6, 8:00 AM โ 6:00 PM
Linvilla Orchards, Media
Play these 18 holes of interactive fun in a course created by the Academy of Natural Sciences, called The Planet. Details
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ART FOR ALL
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Tuition Free Class: Mixed Media Painting: Exploring Materials
February 24 โ March 24
10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Main Line Art Center
Part of the Accessible Art program and is offered tuition-free for those experiencing economic hardship. Whether youre an experienced painter looking to expand your horizons or a beginner eager to explore the world of mixed media, this class is for you. Detailsโ
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The Philadelphia International Tea Bowl Exhibition: The World is Local
Through March 8
Community Arts Center, Wallingford
Over 400 pieces will be on view. A temporary Tea Room will be constructed in the center of the gallery, where members of traditional Japanese tea organizations from Philadelphia, Washington DC, New York, and Princeton, NJ will present tea demonstrations at various times and dates throughout the run of the show. Detailsโ
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Stained Glass Moon Light Catcher
9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
March 7โ14
Huentelglas Stained Glass Studio, Newtown Square
Create an elegant stained glass light catcher featuring a serene moon nestled among gently swirling clouds, all encapsulated within an elongated teardrop shape. Detailsโ
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THEATER SERIES
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The Lightning Thief โ Youth Ensemble Series
Friday, February 21 โ Sunday, February 23
Thursday, February 27 โ Sunday, March 1
Media Theater, Media
The Youth Ensemble performs The Lightning Thief: Percy Jackson the Musical for two weekends. Come out to see young talent stage this musical! Details
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Legally Blonde: The Musical
Now โ Sunday, February 23
1645 Art School Road, Chester Springs
SALT Performing Arts group presents this beloved story for one final week. Full of memorable songs and dynamic dances. Details
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Oscar Nominated Shorts: Animated & Live Action
February 16, 3:00 PM
Uptown Performing Arts, West Chester
Donโt miss your chance to experience this yearโs best short films the way they were meant to be seen โ on the big screen โ before the 97th Oscars. Detailsโ
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BEST PICTURE WEEKEND
Friday, February 21 โ Sunday, February 23
Film Society Center, Philadelphia
Join Philadelphia Film Society in celebrating the year in film with our Best Picture Weekend at the Film Society Center. Catch the Best Picture nominees on the big screen. See the best films of the year. Detailsโ
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INTROSPECTION & REFLECTION
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Writing Your Life Generative Writing Series
March 11- April 15
Tuesday Evenings, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Narberth Bookshop
Led by beloved creative writing instructor Jodi Monster, this Series is for everyone who is craving a warm, encouraging environment to support their writing. Every life is a vibrant tapestry of events and experiences, a rich collection of stories that deserves to be told. But what if words fail? How can we move beyond the blank page? Writing Your Life is for anyone who wants to try their hand at memoir or fiction. Detailsโ
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Awaken to Your Spiritual Story: Womenโs Weekend
February 28 - March 2
St. Raphaela Center, Haverford
Awaken to Your Spiritual Story is a reflective and nurturing retreat for women of all ages to engage with their creativity, self-expression, and intuition to discover greater spiritual meaning in their life stories. Detailsโ
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