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 Betsy Natter Montgomery County is in full bloom and summer is the perfect time to enjoy the gorgeous color and fragrances of the season at a public garden or arboretum. While the Greater Philadelphia area is well known for the magnificence of Longwood Gardens, there’s no need to take a long drive when several [...]
If you’ve ever driven by one of Montgomery County’s grand old homes and wondered what it would be like to stroll the grounds or experience a few hours at one of these grand estates, this summer is your chance. Two local estates are hosting events where visitors can tour the buildings and learn about daily [...]
by Betsy Natter Artist Dora Ficher. Enjoy the beauty of MontCo’s many talented professional artists during the second annual Montgomery County Studio Tour. The open house driving tours will take place on Sat., June 9 and Sun., June 10 beginning at 10 am. The free tour event features 21 studios and 52 artists [...]
On Friday, March 30th, Eight-piece brass ensemble The Soul Rebels performs at the legendary Ardmore Music Hall with special guests Talib Kweli and GZA. The band has built a career around an eclectic live show that harnesses the power of horns and drums in a deep pocket funk party-like atmosphere. When not touring, The Soul [...]
By Betsy Natter Montgomery County is rich in heritage, culture and art. Check out these fantastic collections right in our own backyard. The Philip and Muriel Berman Museum of Art Ursinus College Campus 610 E. Main St., Collegeville, PA 19426 (610) 409-3500 www.ursinus.edu/berman Located on the campus of Ursinus College, this museum includes works from [...]
Tracy Grammer, writer and musician, is pleased to present words+music at Act II Playhouse on Sunday, Jan. 21, 2018 at 7 p.m. — a captivating, intimate show featuring readings from her memoir-in-progress interspersed with songs on violin and guitar. Grammer rose to acclaim as half of the "postmodern, mythic American folk" duo, Dave Carter & Tracy Grammer. From 1997-2002, the duo [...]
Act II Playhouse presents A Few of Our Favorite Things, anew show from Philly's favorite comedy couple, Tony Braithwaite & Jen Childs, on stage in Ambler from Jan. 9-28, 2018. A glorious grab bag of sketches and songs, A Few of Our Favorite Things isa co-production with Philadelphia's 1812 Productions. Mary Carpenter is the director, and Owen Robbins joins the [...]
Wentworth Gallery is honored to present Rick Allen’s works from his latest collection entitled “Rick Allen: Drums for Peace.” Rick's art is currently being showcased exclusively in Wentworth Gallery locations throughout the United States. The extraordinary collection houses originals, limited editions, the painted drum series, mixed media originals and the Wearable Art Collection. Rick Allen will be [...]
By Betsy Natter A Christmas Carol playing at Steel River Playhouse, https://www.facebook.com/TriPACVillage The holiday season always provides memorable material for heartwarming and often inspiring stories to be told on the big screen and live on stage. There are plenty of opportunities throughout Montgomery County to sit back and enjoy some holiday entertainment at [...]
