• ‘Wild Lights’ Attraction Returning To Norristown’s Elmwood Park Zoo

    ‘Wild Lights’ Attraction Returning To Norristown’s Elmwood Park Zoo

    In the coming weeks, Norristown’s Elmwood Park Zoo will reopen its beloved Wild Lights holiday attraction, adding a special bovine-themed element for the 2025 season, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch. To celebrate a pair of miniature Highland cows that joined the zoo earlier this year, Elmwood Park Zoo will feature a special Christmas Cows…

  • Nonprofit Supporting Musicians to Host Special Benefit Concert for Mental Health

    Nonprofit Supporting Musicians to Host Special Benefit Concert for Mental Health

    A special all-ages (minors must come with a guardian) benefit concert organized by The Gavin Effect, a recently formed nonprofit, will be held at Crooked Eye Brewery just outside of Bucks County, in Hatboro at 13 East Montgomery Ave.  The “Strums of Hope” concert, raising awareness about mental health and supporting the American Foundation for Suicide…

  • Holiday Traditions Come Alive at Schwenkfelder Library’s Christmas Market

    Holiday Traditions Come Alive at Schwenkfelder Library’s Christmas Market

    The holiday season comes to life in Pennsburg as the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center hosts its beloved Christmas Market on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 9:30 AM-4:00 PM, and Sunday, Dec. 7, from 12-4:00 PM. This cherished community event blends the spirit of old-fashioned holiday celebrations with the creativity and craftsmanship of local artisans. Guests…

  • Philadelphia’s Favorite Winter Waterfront Tradition, the Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest, Returns

    Philadelphia’s Favorite Winter Waterfront Tradition, the Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest, Returns

    The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) invites all to embrace the magic of the season as the Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest returns for its 2025-2026 season, opening Friday, Nov. 28. In addition to the beloved skating tradition, the DRWC will spread festive cheer along the waterfront with holiday offerings at Cherry Street Pier, including a Holiday…

  • Barclay Friends’ Culinary Team Brings Home First Place in Non-Profit Category at West Chester Chili Cook-Off

    Barclay Friends’ Culinary Team Brings Home First Place in Non-Profit Category at West Chester Chili Cook-Off

    At this year’s West Chester Chili Cook-Off, the Barclay Friends culinary team didn’t just show up. They made a statement. Serving more than 1,300 people in just the first ninety minutes, their tent bustled with conversation, smiles, and the warm, savory aroma of all-beef chili garnished with micro cilantro and a bright lime crema. It…

  • Montgomery County Business Gala on Nov. 13 to Honor Local Leaders for Excellence, Community Impact

    Montgomery County Business Gala on Nov. 13 to Honor Local Leaders for Excellence, Community Impact

    The local business community will come together on Thursday, Nov. 13 at the Blue Bell Country Club for an evening of connection, laughter, and celebration at the Montgomery County Business Gala. The event, hosted by the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Montgomery County, will spotlight outstanding businesses and individuals whose leadership and innovation continue to…

  • West Chester University’s Dance Company Presents ‘DIVERGENCE’ Dance Concert on Nov. 7-8

    West Chester University’s Dance Company Presents ‘DIVERGENCE’ Dance Concert on Nov. 7-8

    West Chester University’s (WCU) Department of Theatre & Dance and the University Dance Company (UDC) present the fall dance concert DIVERGENCE on Friday, Nov. 7, at 7:30 PM, and Saturday, Nov. 8, at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM, in the Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre, Swope Music Building and Performing Arts Center, 817 S. High Street, West Chester.…

  • LEGO Fans Unite: BrickFair Comes to Oaks in November

    LEGO Fans Unite: BrickFair Comes to Oaks in November

    LEGO fans are in for a treat when BrickFair PA 2025 rolls into the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks on November 8-9, writes Philly Voice. The two-day event will showcase thousands of dazzling fan-made creations, from sprawling cityscapes to movie-inspired builds, all crafted from millions of colorful LEGO bricks. Part of a national BrickFair…

  • MCCC to Host ‘Out There: The Worlds of Edward Woltemate, Jr.’ Nov. 18-Dec. 20

    MCCC to Host ‘Out There: The Worlds of Edward Woltemate, Jr.’ Nov. 18-Dec. 20

    The otherworldly cities and creatures of Artist Edward Woltemate Jr.’s invented galaxy will soon be on display at Montgomery County Community College (MCCC). MCCC’s Montco Cultural Center will host the exhibition “Out There: The Worlds of Edward Woltemate, Jr.” beginning Tuesday, Nov. 18, through Saturday, Dec. 20. It will feature 40 colored pencil and acrylic works…

  • Stride Into Wellness: Festival Brings Fitness and Fun for the Community

    Stride Into Wellness: Festival Brings Fitness and Fun for the Community

    Mark your calendars, lace up your sneakers, and enjoy a morning of health and wellness activities as the partnership of Blue Bell Rotary Club, Montgomery County Community College (MCCC), and Whitpain Township Parks & Recreation hosts the Stride and Thrive 5/10K and Wellness Fest on Saturday, Nov. 15. Held at MCCC’s Health Sciences Center, 340…

  • Dischell Bartle Dooley Supports Home at Last Dog Rescue’s Howloween Fall Festival on Saturday

    Dischell Bartle Dooley Supports Home at Last Dog Rescue’s Howloween Fall Festival on Saturday

    Local law firm Dischell Bartle Dooley is once again supporting Home at Last Dog Rescue’s Howloween Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 25 at Parkside Place Park in North Wales. This beloved community event combines family fun, fitness, and furry friends — all for a great cause. The day kicks off with a 5K run/walk at…

  • Trick-or-Treat Fun Returns to King of Prussia Town Center on October 27.

    Trick-or-Treat Fun Returns to King of Prussia Town Center on October 27.

    Costumes, candy, and community spirit are set to take over King of Prussia Town Center. The 6th Annual “Trick-or-Treat Around the Town Center” returns Monday, October 27, from 5 to 7 PM. The free, family-friendly event invites guests of all ages and their pets to enjoy an evening of Halloween fun. Participants can stroll through…

  • The Belle of Blue Bell to Host One-Stop-Shop Wedding Open House on Nov. 1

    The Belle of Blue Bell to Host One-Stop-Shop Wedding Open House on Nov. 1

    Ready to book your dream wedding with the ability to have a seamless, one-stop-shop experience? The Belle of Blue Bell will host a Wedding Open House on Saturday, Nov. 1 from 11 AM-1 PM. To make all of your decisions stress-free and convenient, tour The Belle of Blue Bell’s ballroom and event spaces, meet its…

  • Seasonal Frights Await at Haunted Elks Lodge #714 in Bridgeport

    Seasonal Frights Await at Haunted Elks Lodge #714 in Bridgeport

    The Haunted Elks Lodge #714 in Bridgeport returns this October, offering seasonal frights and thrills for all who are brave enough to visit, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29 Philadelphia. The lodge has been transforming into a haunted house for the spooky season for over 25 years. Preparations for the haunted house begin in July…

  • Thanksgiving at Normandy Farm: A Tradition of Flavor and Togetherness

    Thanksgiving at Normandy Farm: A Tradition of Flavor and Togetherness

    This Thanksgiving, gather your loved ones and celebrate a timeless tradition at Normandy Farm. From a grand buffet in our elegant ballroom to an intimate prix fixe dinner at The Farmer’s Daughter, every detail of your holiday dining experience has been thoughtfully curated by our award-winning culinary team. For those hosting at home, our handcrafted…

  • Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania Honors Service and History with Trains & Troops Weekend and 1940s Swing Dance

    Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania Honors Service and History with Trains & Troops Weekend and 1940s Swing Dance

    The Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania will once again celebrate American history, service, and song during its 25th annual Trains & Troops weekend, set for Saturday, Nov. 1, and Sunday, Nov. 2. The event will take place at the Museum (300 Gap Road, PA Route 741, Strasburg, Lancaster County). This year’s milestone event honors U.S. military…

  • A New Season of Timeless Treasures: Antique & Collector Fair Returns to Oaks

    A New Season of Timeless Treasures: Antique & Collector Fair Returns to Oaks

    Following the success of its revival this past March, the Antique & Collector Fair returns to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks on Oct. 17 and 18, once again celebrating the region’s rich tradition of antiques and collectibles. The show, formerly known as Antiques at Kimberton (est. 1968), continues under new ownership with a refreshed identity, new energy, and…

  • Free Hands-Only CPR and AED Training Coming to WCU Campus Oct. 11

    Free Hands-Only CPR and AED Training Coming to WCU Campus Oct. 11

    West Chester University’s (WCU) College of Health Sciences is partnering with Chester County Hospital to provide a free, Hands-Only CPR course to the community this Saturday, Oct. 11, from 10-11:30 AM at Sturzebecker Health Sciences Center (855 South New Street, West Chester). The free training includes instruction on how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED) and education on…