By Betsy Natter Fall is time for beer lovers to enjoy Oktoberfests in a variety of forms and venues. Breweries both local and regional are pouring up their latest batches for enthusiasts throughout the season. Look for your favorites at one of these featured events. KOP Beerfest Royal When: Thurs., Oct. 4 & Sat., Oct [...]
by Betsy Natter Who says you need an official reason like National American Beer Day on Oct. 27 to celebrate beer? With so many local breweries pouring their hand crafted libations, anytime sounds like the right time visit one of these great establishments. Learn about the special qualities of MontCo's growing industry as we feature [...]
by Betsy Natter Fall Festivals Country Fair When: Sept. 15, 10 am to 3 pm Where: Central Schwenkfelder Church, 2111 Valley Forge Rd., Lansdale, PA 19446 Spread throughout the church’s large grounds, enjoy a variety of activities including a live auction, railway display, games for the kids and live music. A variety of food stands, [...]
by Betsy Natter Some folks dream of travel, gardening or simply taking it easy during their retirement years, but one MontCo resident started her own business. After seven years of providing “ridiculously delicious” snack pretzels to her family and friends, Lynn Kriebel finally took their advice and started selling her snacks to the public. She [...]
by Betsy Natter It may be hot during these last days of summer, but so is the music scene in MontCo. There is still plenty of time to take in a local outdoor concert or even attend a larger music festival before heading back to work and school routines. These three upcoming festivals represent a [...]
by Nicole Loughan The Delaware Valley is the place to go if you want something old, something borrowed, something blue and something completely new. Those who choose to get married nearby get their choice of majestic castles or picturesque gardens, but there are a few places tucked away for the bride and groom looking [...]
by Betsy Natter Summer weather provides a great opportunity to dine al fresco and MontCo has some fantastic spots to enjoy a relaxing evening outdoors. Check out our list of great patios for dining outdoors this summer. Arpeggio B.Y.O.B. 1101 N Bethlehem Pk, Spring House, PA 19477 (215) 646-5055 Arpeggio is a community favorite located [...]
Thanksgiving is in 10 days and then we're off to the holiday races. Every nutritionist has tips on how to get through the season without over eating – steer clear of the dip, etc. Luckily, a local distillery can help get you through all your holiday happy hours, office parties, and potlucks without packing on pounds and [...]
https://www.facebook.com/PJsPourHouseNW/ Eat, drink and be spooky at The Pour House in North Wales, PA for a weekend-long Halloween party with music, drink specials, and giveaways. Come for the boos and stay for the brews from Lord Hobo Brewing tapping Boom Sauce, Glorious, and Hobo Life earlier this week. The Pour House is one of the first Philadelphia [...]
What do a Screwdriver, Sex on the Beach and Harvey Wallbanger have in common? Ridiculous names and vodka, of course! Whether distilled from potatoes, wheat, rice, corn or even quinoa, there are as many ways to make vodka as there are to enjoy it on this #NationalVodkaDay, Wednesday, October 4. Places in PA and NJ to [...]
