This event takes place in the township lot directly behind the library. Please note that this lot will be closed from Saturday evening until the conclusion of this event.

*Kids can explore police vehicles, a fire truck, a small excavator, and MORE! There will also be raffle tickets for sale and an ice cream truck with sweet treats for sale–proceeds go to the library.

Entry is $5 per child, with a $10 max total for families (though of course, anything you’d like to give above that is very much appreciated.)

Cash only.

The library will be open for restroom use only. There will be no library business conducted during this event.This program is being presented by the Penn Wynne Library Board.

Source: (122) Touch a Truck Fundraiser for Penn Wynne Library

Five years ago the Conservancy teamed up with Friends of Linwood Park to document the animals and plants that call Linwood Park home during its first BioBlitz.

Join us as we take a new census five years later. We will be hosting three different experts to help us document all the Birds, Bugs, and Botanicals in Linwood Park.

At noon we will come together for a celebration to compare 2017’s results with 2012’s!

Program Schedule:

9:00 A.M.: Birds with Gregg Gorton

10:00 A.M.: Butterflies with Mary Poste

11:00 A.M.: Botanicals with Karen Snetselaar

12:00 P.M.: Celebration lunch comparing results from 2012 and 2017

**Programs are FREE and you may join at anytime during the morning**Register here

Source: Lower Merion Conservancy » Events

Anne Krulikowski, Assistant Professor of History at West Chester University, will explore the storied history and development of suburban country clubs in the Philadelphia area. Dr. Krulikowski is a historian of material culture. Her past research has focused on the Colonial Revival, the American city and suburb, and the architecture of vacations.

WHEN: September 27, 2017 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
WHERE: The Cynwyd Club
332 Trevor Ln
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004

Source for registration and more information: Lower Merion Conservancy » The Golden Age of the American Country Club

Summer Music Series is back! Join us on the Main Courtyard to enjoy free, live entertainment from local artists including:

West Philadelphia Orchestra – Fri. September 8 | 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Source: Suburban Square

These 2-hour workshop will give you an overview of mindfulness and how it could potentially improve your health, happiness and quality of life as you reduce stress. For nearly two decades the Penn Program has taught mindfulness-based techniques to thousands of people as a way to:

◾improve mood and energy

◾increase focus and mental clarity

◾manage difficult situations and emotions

◾enhance communication

◾increase enjoyment and appreciation of life

Mindfulness techniques cultivate steadiness, health and wholeness even during the most difficult moments. With training, you can learn to connect with your inner resources in a simple and satisfying way.

Tuesday, September 12, 2017

Penn Medicine at Radnor

250 King of Prussia Road Radnor, PA 19087

Facilitator:These workshops will be facilitated by Mara Wai, M.Ed. Ms. Wai is the Associate Director of the Penn Program for Mindfulness at the University of Pennsylvania Health System and has taught mindfulness-based stress reduction techniques since 2012.

Cancellations/Refunds: Should you decide to cancel your registration, please contact the office. Fees are refundable up until one week prior to the program. After that, there will be no refunds, no exceptions.

Questions: Contact the program at 215-615-2774 or mindfulness@uphs.upenn.edu.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER 

Source: (58) Introduction to Mindfulness: 2-hour workshops

The 27^th Annual Harriton Farmstead Fair is scheduled for Saturday, September 23^th, 10am to 4pm (rain or shine). This major event in Lower Merion Township features crafts, antiques, sheep herding, pony rides, historic house tours, childrens’ games, muskets and soldiers, blacksmiths, stone carvers, cabinetmakers, spinners, skep [beehive] weavers, Bluegrass music, falconry and other birds of prey, and much more.  The Fair also features the Harriton Attic Treasures Booth, which is the best flea market on the Main Line, the Harriton Farm stand featuring flowers and organic produce (some of which is from the Harriton garden).   Lapps Country Market will be roasting chickens and ribs for lunch.  The historic 1704 house will be open for tours during the day.   Don’t miss the day!

All of these activities and your contributions help to assure Harriton’s continued operation as an historic site.  Call  610 525 0201 for further information. And be sure to COME TO THE FAIR.   Visit our Photo Gallery for views of past Harriton Fairs.   Contact us at 610 525 0201 or HarritonHouse@aol.com for further information.

Source: Harriton House : Bryn Mawr

Coming back for our 7th year! An incredible mix of entertainment, activities and food guaranteed to please the entire family. The celebration will be held, rain or shine, on Saturday, September 9th from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm in the giant parking lot across from Ludington Library at the corner of Lancaster and Bryn Mawr Avenues. The best of 19010 businesses will be present including more than 15 restaurants.

Source for more inofrmation: Bryn Mawr Day

Explore amazing art and artifacts from ancient Egypt, Greece and Italy, Mesopotamia, Asia, Africa, and the Americas and more at this world renowned museum.

On Saturday, September 9, the Penn Museum presents a program designed for families with children with special needs. Join other local families at the Museum for an Evening Expedition—a night of sensory-friendly fun. For children ages 8 and older, teens, and young adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and their families, this program offers a hands-on look into the lives of the ancients through active, engaging, multi-sensory activities. Click for more details and to register.

For more information: Penn Museum – Evening Expedition

Monday, September 4 at 4:30 PM – 7 PM
Linwood Park
Linwood & Athens Avenues, Ardmore, Pennsylvania 19003

5th Annual:
Mourning the Last Day of Summer and Celebrating the First Day of School

Let’s do this again this year…

Impromptu BYOF and BYOB picnic to hang out before school starts. Come when you want, stay as long as you want — let’s hope the weather holds out.

Please extend the invite to your friends!

Source: (112) 5th Annual: 😦 last day of summer + 🙂 1st day of school

Prost! Ardmore Oktoberfest returns Saturday, September 23rd from 2pm-8pm on Cricket Avenue. Get ready for German fare, brews, entertainment, and a brand-new VIP experience!

The Ardmore Oktoberfest VIP area will be in the outdoor space beside McCloskey’s Tavern and will feature exclusive craft beers, unlimited German fare and refreshments, and more. A limited number of VIP tickets will go on sale for $50/each on 8/18/17.

McCloskey’s Tavern, John Henry’s Pub, and Jack McShea’s are planning a menu with all the traditional favorites! Entertainment will include returning popular favorites The O’Fenders and the James D. Oompah Band

Ardmore Oktoberfest is a cash only event. 21+ guests cannot purchase alcohol without first purchasing a wristband for $1 at the entrance.

Visit www.ArdmoreOktoberfest.com for more info, including how to purchase VIP tickets!

Saturday, September 23 at 2 PM – 8 PM
Cricket Ave, Ardmore, PA 19003, United States

Source: (113) Ardmore Oktoberfest