Hey Neighbor!
Last month, I became enmeshed in my own traffic snafu when my car stalled on Lancaster Avenue during the morning rush. After several futile attempts to restart my car, I texted a tow truck from the Ford app and was resigned to wait the “estimated” amount of time for its arrival. Eventually I became a hot, hangry mess, but the happy ending from this misadventure was one of kindness, gratitude and paying it forward, a belief that people are still good.
Here are my documented encounters with kindness that day. READ MORE
Paying it forward,
Jackie
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The Longevity Movement Series Hormones Part 3: Estrogen
-By Michael Briggs
We will be focusing on the many benefits of Estrogen in Part 3 of our hormonal series. There are 3 estrogens in a woman’s body, Estrone (E1), Estradiol (E2), & Estriol (E3).
We will focus mainly on Estradiol & Estriol as these are the 2 estrogens typically pursued by physicians when formulating a replacement therapy regimen. Estrogen differs from Progesterone & Testosterone as its production does not begin to decline in perimenopause. However, once a woman enters Menopause, levels can decline rapidly leading to increased risks for heart disease, dementia & osteoporosis.
The benefits of replacing estrogens always start with the 4 pillars of Brain, Bones, Heart, & Immune System. Other benefits include improvements in joint function, skin health, & genitourinary function. Considerations for estrogen replacement should always include testing a patient’s levels through blood, saliva, or urine, family & medical history, as well as current symptoms. When we work with patients and physicians, we typically compound transdermal or sublingual forms of estrogen combinations as oral formulations have shown to raise inflammatory markers like C- reactive protein. As always, a personalized approach that tailors a dosage & form to each woman’s unique needs allows for optimal patient satisfaction & outcomes.
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.
CURTAINS UP FOR MUSICALS!
Little Shop of Horrors
Now through August 3
People’s Light Theater, Malvern
This whimsical musical has already hit the stage, so be sure to pick a date to watch a stellar cast perform favorites like “Suddenly, Seymour.” Details
Frozen, Jr. the Musical
July 18, 19, 24, 25, & 26, 7:30 PM, July 20, 3 PM
The Barn Playhouse, Jeffersonville
Cool off with this musical based on the familiar Disney story and characters we have come to love. Details
Tuck Everlasting the Musical
July 18, 19, 25 & 26, 7:30 PM, July 20 & 27, 2 PM
The Shannondell Performing Arts Theater, Audubon
Step into the enchanted world of Tuck Everlasting performed by the Methacton Community Theater troupe. Details
Footloose the Musical
Friday, July 18 & Saturday, July 19, 8 PM
Playcrafters of Skippack, Skippack
Final weekend performances for this popular show based on the original movie. Details
Carrie the Musical
July 17, 18, and 19, 7 PM; July 20, 2 PM
Barley Sheaf Players, Lionville
These are the final dates of the show based on the renowned Stephen King novel Carrie. Appropriate for teens and above. Details
Shrek the Musical
July 31, 7 PM, August 1, 1 PM & 7 PM, August 2, 1 PM
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center, West Chester
The beloved DreamWorks film comes to life for one weekend only! Details
THE BARD GETS BOLD
A Bottom’s Dream – Shakespeare in Clark Park
July 23–27, 7 PM
West Philly
A joyful, pop-punk-disco remix of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Featuring a drag queen fairy queen and a magic potion that turns people into donkeys, this unapologetically fun, gender-diverse adaptation invites audiences to bring a picnic, a blanket, and plenty of laughter. Free. Details
Shakespeare Marathon – Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival
July 23
DeSales University, Center Valley
10 AM – Shakespeare For Kids (ages 4–10) / 2 PM – Hamlet
7:30 PM – Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead or Timon of Athens. Enjoy a curated “Savoring Shakespeare” dinner or bring your own picnic. Details
Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras
July 17–August 3
Rockwood Park, Wilmington
A bilingual, musical twist on Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night. Details
SWEET SUMMER SOUNDS
Uptown Pop-up Beer Garden
Saturday, July 19, 5 PM
Showtime 7:30 PM: Joshua Tree-U2
Uptown Performing Arts, West Chester
Open-air celebration of community, live music, food, and fun. Enjoy lawn games, grab a bite from local food trucks, and kick back to the sound of live music before heading inside for a night of unforgettable entertainment. Details
Music at Marshall
Thursday, July 31
Food Trucks 5 PM, Music 6:30 PM
Marshall Square Park, West Chester
Local area favorite Chico’s Vibe performs. Details
Tredyffrin Township Summer Concert Series
Thursday, July 17, 7 PM
Wilson Farm Park, Wayne
Bloom and Decay, a Grateful Dead tribute band. Details
Concerts in the Park
Wednesday, July 23, 7 PM
Chet Tyson Pavilion, Narberth
Julie Gold, Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter of “From a Distance.” Details
Bryn Mawr Twilight Concert Series
Friday, July 18 Lucy Kaplansky & Liz Longley
Friday, July 25 Cheryl Wheeler & David Wilcox
Bryn Mawr Gazebo
Next up in this favorite summer concert series! Details
The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra
Friday August 22,
7-10 PM
SunnyBrook Ballroom, Pottstown
Glenn Miller (1904–1944) was a pioneering American bandleader and trombonist known for creating a unique, instantly recognizable big band sound. After early struggles, Miller’s orchestra became wildly popular with hits like “In the Mood” and “Moonlight Serenade.” He joined the Army Air Force in WWII, forming a legendary military band to boost troop morale, but disappeared in 1944 en route to Paris. Miller’s drive for a personal musical identity made him a swing-era icon.Full bar available inside the ballroom. Food can be ordered before the show inside Gatsby’s Pub to be delivered at your table inside the ballroom. Details
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NATURAL HABITATS
2025 Wildflower Week
July 21-27
Willistown Conservation Trust, Newtown Square
Every July a Wildflower Walk is hosted to celebrate the bounty of native wildflowers that bloom on conserved lands. When you register for Wildflower Week (it's free!), you get the following:
- Unlimited access to the wildflower meadows from dawn to dusk throughout the week. Don't forget your cameras!
- A digital booklet that includes information on the Wildflower Week tour stops, a wildflower planting guide, lots of planting tips, resources, and more!
- A Native Wildflower Seed packet to get started on your meadow.
Details
Newlin at Night: “Moth Mania!”
Saturday, July 19
8–10 PM Newlin Grist Mill, Glen Mills
Explore buzzing nightlife as participants learn how light traps are used to attract moths for research and data to determine which species frequent the park. Details
Gardening for Moths
Thursday, July 24
10-11 AM Stoneleigh, a natural garden, Villanova
Register in advance for this information session on what plants attract and sustain local moth species. Details
Summer Fireside
Friday, July 25
5–9 PM
Tyler Arboretum, Media
Take a stroll through the grounds, grab a bite to eat from a food truck, or relax on a blanket under the stars. Details
MOVIES UNDER THE STARS
Movie Night: Wicked
Monday, July 21
7-9 PM
Eagleview Town Center, Exton
Bring the gang to an outdoor viewing of this fantastical favorite. Details
Movie in the Park: Avengers
Friday, July 18, 8:30 PM
619 School Road, Hatfield
Bring blankets, chairs, and your people for this first movie night of the season. Details
Movies in the Park: Moana 2
Friday, July 25, 8:30 PM
Parkside Place Complex Amphitheater, North Wales
A Disney favorite the family will want to see again…and again.
Details
Movie in the Park: Mufasa
Wednesday, July 30, 7:30 PM
Plymouth Meeting
The movie telling the pre-story to The Lion King comes to a local park near you! A DJ will provide music until the movie begins at dusk. Bring chairs and blankets. Details
SUMMER FAIRS & FESTIVALS
Malvern Fire Company Fair
Tuesday, July 15-Saturday, July 19
6-10 PM
Paoli Memorial Grounds & Malvern Memorial Park
All the attractions you know and love will be back this year, including fire truck rides! Fireworks will be on Friday evening at approximately 9:30 PM, with a rain date of Saturday evening. Details
Haverford First Fest 2025 - Celebrating First Responders
Paddock Park, Havertown
Saturday, July 19
3-9 PM
Kelly Music for Life presents this FREE Event in the Park. Live Music from the Deb Callahan Band, Eastern Elk, Tucker Weiss Ava Pastore, Colin Cleary, and Lucy Rellosa. Plus Food, Crafts, Inflatable, Play Area for the kids. Details
Goshen County Fair
July 28 – August 2
6 PM Midweek, 5 PM Saturday
Goshen Fire Company Fair Grounds, West Chester
Good old-fashioned fun at the fair: games, rides, food, music, livestock, contests, and prizes. Supports the Goshen Fire Company. Details
Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival
Through August 31
Philadelphia
Celebrate the Year of the Snake in Franklin Square with giant illuminated sculptures, authentic Chinese food, cultural performances, the Franklin Square Fountain Show and more, all in the shadow of the iconic 200-foot-long dragon. Details
Tie Dye Music Festival
July 19, 4 PM
Community Arts Center, Wallingford
BYO refreshments, lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy an evening of music on the side lawn of the Arts Center. Attendees will have the opportunity to purchase an event shirt ($15) to tie dye themselves. You may also bring your own item to tie dye ($5 per item. Maximum of 3 items per person). Dos Gringos Mexican Kitchen Food Truck will be on site 5 – 7 pm selling food.
Rain or Shine Event – In the case of significant rain the festival will be held in our spacious Duke Gallery. Details
Kimberton Fair
July 21-26
Phoenixville
Livestock shows, exhibits, chicken barbeque, music entertainment, carnival rides & games, fair food, beer garden, contests & raffles, fireworks and…those famous DONUTS! Details
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Britain has beauty and brains. She’s a 5 year-old German Shepherd who spent her life forced to have puppies who were all sold. She needs a Shepherd-experienced family with someone at home to provide patience so she knows she’s safe. She will stick to her person like glue! Britain could live with a larger, calm dog but it would be best if she was the only canine object of her family's attention. Britain deserves a chance at happiness.
Sweet, affectionate Viola was found as a stray and brought to a local overcrowded shelter where she was to be euthanized. All 4 Paws rescued her and discovered Viola to be a fully trained, silly, and easy-going love bug. She loves to play and snuggle, reports her foster family. She'd do well with a larger doggy pal who likes to play. Viola is a snack queen too - she'll try just about anything and LOVES bananas! She hasn't told anyone her age, but what girl does? Best guess is she’s about 4 years old. Viola is microchipped, spayed and up to date on all medical. She needs a family to love.
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