Entertainment
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Cafe Cabana rolling out trending ice cream dessert
The local scoop on ice cream is that the most Instagram-worthy novelty since the maple bacon donut is now on a roll in a discreet corner of the Big Lots shopping center in Lansdale? Not familiar with rolled ice cream? Just ask any teen or college-age connoisseur of all that is urban and trendy, writes…
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West Conshohocken-based SMG to be acquired by Canadian firm Onex
A Toronto-based private equity firm is slated to be the new owner of West Conshohocken-based SMG Holdings Inc., the manager of more than 240 stadiums and arenas in eight countries. SMG, which operates the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, began seeking buyers earlier this year. Onex, which announced the buy Monday, did not disclose financial terms, but…
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‘Arts Montco’ ready to make a big impression
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) – the destination marketing organization for Montgomery County – has just announced its newest brand, Arts Montco. Designed to inspire visitors to explore Montgomery County’s more than 200 arts attractions, Arts Montco strives to establish Montco as an arts destination and to build community awareness and pride…
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What are you doing this weekend?
Lights, camera, action! This week in Montgomery County features plenty of festive lights and phenomenal concerts and plays. Plus, get in the holiday spirit with a guided walking tour (even go by train or tram!) at one of many cheer-filled attractions. Here are multiple ways to #MakeItMontco this weekend, thanks to our friends at Valley…
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Dave and Busters goes a bit smaller for bigger growth
Dave & Buster’s Entertainment Inc is introducing smaller-format centers it says will spur unit growth. In its third quarter earnings results, released Tuesday, the Dallas-based Dave & Buster’s (Nasdaq: PLAY) said the smaller concept will span 15,000 to 20,000 square feet, allowing Dave & Buster’s to open stores in smaller markets with less available real estate,w…
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Fun Fieldz ready to franchise
In 2013, the year that uniquely American invention Wiffle Ball turned 60, a few enterprising local guys transformed the homespun game into a backyard phenomenon they christened Fun Fieldz. It all started as a way of getting their own kids off the couch, co-owner Jonathan Retano noted at the time, adding, “It’s the physical act…
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Live Nation Entertainment aims to acquire Montco-based SMG
Live Nation Entertainment has submitted a proposal to acquire Royal Farms Arena operator SMG, according to sources. Bids were due Tuesday and Richmond, Virginia-based investment bank Harris Williams & Co., which is managing the process. Live Nation President of Arenas Mike Evans deferred comment to the company’s corporate office, which did not respond to an email, writes Don Muret for bizjournals.com. [uam_ad…
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Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board unveils ‘Thrill of the Chill’ winter hotel package
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) is inviting visitors to chill in Montgomery County this winter. The organization’s “Thrill of the Chill” Winter Hotel Package provides guests with exclusive savings for area attractions when they book their next overnight stay in certain Montco hotels, according to a press release from the board. [uam_ad…
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Where will you #MakeItMontco this weekend?
Holiday season is in full swing in Montgomery County. From winter festivals to tree lightings and Santa sightings, there’s plenty of holiday cheer in Montco this week. Brought to you by the Valley Forge Tourism and Convention Board. Here are 27 ways to #MakeItMontco: FEATURED EVENTS NARBERTH DICKENS FESTIVAL December 3 Narberth Downtown Narberth transforms…
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Elkins Park’s Mark Levin getting his own show
Fox News has tapped popular conservative talker Mark Levin to host its newest show Levin, a longtime syndicated talk show host both Rush Limbaugh and Sean Hannity cite as a major influence, will host a new weekend primetime program on Fox News that will debut in 2018, writes Rob Tornoe for philly.com. [uam_ad id=”54865″] The hour-long…
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What are you doing this weekend?
Thanksgiving this week kicks off the official start to the holiday season! Montgomery County is celebrating with plenty of ways to enjoy Turkey Day with the family, like spending Small Business Saturday shopping our unique downtowns. Plus, don’t forget entertaining concerts, plays, quaint main street tree lightings, and the beginning of Santa sightings! FEATURED EVENTS…
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Gambling proceeds from Valley Forge Casino Resort to benefit Montco parks, non-profits
Rep. Marcy Toepel recently announced, along with several of her colleagues from Montgomery County, that $1.7 million of Valley Forge Casino money will benefit Montgomery County parks and nonprofits beginning Jan. 1, 2018. Toepel has been advocating for this important change for years, according to a press release from her office. “This has been a…
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Thanksgiving quiz time … stuffing or dressing?
Despite its reputation, Thanksgiving dinner is not a one-size-fits-all meal, a table set in brown from coast to coast. America is too vast, too inventive and too flush with immigrants from around the globe to subscribe to a single, unified vision of the holiday feast. The evidence is right on your table: You could argue…
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Entercom closes $1.7B deal for CBS Radio
Entercom Communications Corp. has closed its $1.7 billion acquisition of CBS Radio, in the process becoming the second largest U.S. radio company. The Bala Cynwyd, Pa.-based company now just trails iHeart Radio and has a nationwide footprint of 235 stations, including virtually all of the 25 largest markets, and has broadcast rights deals with 45 professional sports teams…
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Valley Forge Casino Resort doubles down with $6M renovations
While you never know which card is coming up next when you’re sitting at the black jack table, it’s a sure bet your new room at Valley Forge Casino Resort will make you feel like a winner. Valley Forge Casino Resort just completed $6 million in renovations to 154 rooms in the Casino Tower. The…
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What are you doing this weekend?
NATIONAL DOG SHOW November 18 – 19 Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks Broadcast nationwide every Thanksgiving, the National Dog Show brings thousands of spectators and participants to Montgomery County each November. Guests can watch the judging, see demonstrations from agility dogs and service animals, or browse the aisles of vendors. ARTS MONTCO J.B. SMOOVE…
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Local handler ready to take a bite out of National Dog Show
Local fans of the National Dog Show shouldn’t be surprised if they see a familiar face during the competition. Don Davis, a dog handler and owner from the Pottstown area, will be competing with his dog, Swagger, during the National Dog Show going on Nov. 18-19 at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, writes…
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LPGA’s Symetra Tour coming to Raven’s Claw
During a special broadcast recording of the GolfTalk Live Radio Show at the Raven’s Claw Golf Course in Limerick Friday afternoon, area Montgomery County officials discussed more information about the Valley Forge Invitational, a Symetra Tour being held at the golf course in Montgomery County. The segment aired Saturday morning, click on the Golf Talk…
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