Spring is just around the corner... ...and MontCo is bustling with activities to kick off the season. Whether learning about nature, getting ready for the big egg hunt or snuggling up to a woolly sheep, there is something here for everyone. Learn About Nature Norristown Farm Park 2500 Upper Farm Rd., Norristown, PA 19403 (610) [...]
Spring is just around the corner, so why not get a jump on enjoying it by attending the 35th annual Flower Show at Peter Becker Community in Harleysville on March 15-17. Following on the heels of the popular Philadelphia show, this local show offers fewer crowds and no traffic! This year’s theme is Legendary Gardens [...]
The air is warming bit by bit with spring just a few weeks away. Already, the area’s maple trees are gearing up for the growing season and sap is flowing through their trunks. February is the season to tap into those trees, extract sweet, sticky sap and boil it into tasty maple products. Learn all [...]
Flock to It- Bird Watching All you need is an outdoor space. Whether it's a yard or a public park, bird watching is free, fun way to peak your little's interest in nature and wildlife. It will also help your little sharpen their awareness skills. It doesn't hurt that bird watching is also [...]
By Betsy Natter Hatfield Township's Fire & Ice Festival on Sat. Jan. 20 is an annual fundraiser and celebration that fully embraces the cold weather of winter. A full line up of activities is planned from 2-5 pm including Sharky's Shivering Slides Polar Plunge event, a cook-off, ice sculptures and a bonfire to keep warm. [...]
Grab the kids and head to Ambler on Sunday, February 4, 2018 at 11am. Accompanying herself on guitar, Allie will sing your favorite kid and family friendly songs, as well as some of her light-hearted, kid-inspired originals. An affordable treat for the family!
The Science Fair at Abington Junior High School this week was a HUGE success of scientific investigation and presentation. Over 250 student-created projects were presented to parents, teachers, administrators, community visitors, and other students. The projects included a wide range of interesting subjects including real world applications. Projects included: how many times do you need [...]
by Betsy Natter Its time to hit the ice! Here are some local spots to enjoy some ice skating fun: Hatfield Ice 350 County Line Rd., Colmar, PA 18915 (215) 997-9797 hatfieldice.com Kids are definitely allowed to play in the Reindeer Games at Hatfield Ice on Sun., Dec. 24, beginning at 7:30 am. Three levels [...]
By Betsy Natter Enjoy the wonder and sparkle of the season during one of these month-long exhibits that celebrates so many aspects of the holiday. These exhibits are on display through the first week of January; check each website for dates and hours. American Treasure Tour One American Treasure Way, Oaks, PA 19456 (866) 970-8687 [...]
Based on auditions, six Abington Senior High School students have been selected to participate in the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District 11 Choir Festival to be held January 24-26, 2017. The selected students are: Talie Rau, Soprano 1 Elizabeth Hilliard, Soprano 2 Isabella DiPasquale, Alto 2 Nick Hilliard, Tenor 2 Jack Sullivan, Bass 1 Ethan [...]
