By Betsy Natter Memorial Day marks the official start of summer, but traditionally it is the remembrance of those fallen soldiers who have defended and served our nation. Originally called Decoration Day, the practice of laying flowers and wreaths on the graves of fallen soldiers began in 1868 following the American Civil War. Remembrances have [...]
Batter Up! Originally founded in 1859, the Athletic Base Ball Club of Philadelphia became a base ball powerhouse in those early years, drawing upon local amateur clubs that became the de facto farm teams for the Athletics. Today, a new Athletics team has emerged to introduce communities around Philadelphia to the well-played game [...]
By Betsy Natter The sun is warm, the air is cool, flowers are blooming everywhere – it’s time to get out and enjoy the beautiful weather in Montgomery County. Several local communities are making it easy by holding outdoor festivals with plenty of music, food and fun for the entire family. Check out your favorite [...]
The Opening Day at the George Taylor House (GTH) – Sunday in the Park with George – is this Sunday, May 21st, from 1-4 PM. Bring your family and friends to the GTH at Lehigh and Poplar Streets in Catasauqua for an afternoon of entertainment, education, and fun! Featured will be: The 2017 opening of our [...]
Attention cigar aficionados! The Philly Cigar Festival debuts Sunday, October 29th, featuring 30 of the finest premium cigar manufacturers in the world like Alec Bradley, Cuban Stock Cigars, Miami Cigar & Company, Padrón, and Rocky Patel. Head to the Norco Fairgrounds (144 West Schuylkill Road, Pottstown, PA) for a day full of fat stogies, drinks, food, and fun at the BIGGEST [...]
The 26th Annual Ukrainian Folk Festival will be held at the Ukrainian American Sport Center -- Tryzub (www.tryzub.org), County Line and Lower State Roads, Horsham, PA on Sunday, August 27 – 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM Exciting, spectacular, dazzling, breathtaking, exhilarating, spirited, soulful, enchanting, captivating, and intriguing – modest words which describe but by no means [...]
King of Prussia Town Center, Montgomery County’s groundbreaking experiential outdoor center, will come to life this spring and summer with a selection of free, fun, family-friendly events. Live @ Town Center: Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:30pm Beginning in April and running through August, every third Wednesday, live music entertainers will perform from 6:30-8:30pm on the green [...]
This week the chorus at Abington Junior High School, directed by Mrs. Mindy Walker, sang the National Anthem prior to the Phillies game. The chorus auditioned in 2006 for the inaugural season at Citizens Bank Park via video and were selected to sing. The chorus sang several years in a row and was selected [...]
Calling all who want to celebrate and save our dear Earth! The 28th annual NarbEarth Day will be held on Saturday April 22nd, from noon to 4 p.m. Come connect with the EPA, Clean Air Council and Citizens Climate Lobby, as well as local groups such as GMO Free PA, Providence Animal Center and Roughwood Seed Collection. Walk over or ride [...]
By Betsy Natter Easter celebrations are some of the most anticipated activities of spring as weather warms, flowers begin to bloom and the earth springs back to life. In preparation for the season, local churches and parks are hosting a wide variety of activities including craft activities, egg hunts and religious observances. Check out the [...]
