Schwenksville
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First Bank House of the Week: Inside a $1.47M Montco Estate Built for Multi-Generational Living
Listed at $1,475,000, this fully renovated estate offers a rare blend of privacy, space, and high-end living in Montgomery County. Check out Realtor.com to learn more. Set on a picturesque 1.4-acre wooded lot, the home has been thoughtfully updated to meet the needs of modern families, including multi-generational living. A dramatic two-story foyer with marble…
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Philadelphia Folk Festival Unveils First Wave of Performers for 63rd Year in Schwenksville
Montgomery County’s beloved Philadelphia Folk Festival is gearing up for another summer, with the first wave of performers announced for its 63rd year, writes Dan DeLuca for The Philadelphia Inquirer. This year’s festival will take place August 14–16 at the Old Pool Farm in Schwenksville, with the traditional campers-only kickoff show on August 13. Headlining…
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Ice Skating, Skiing, and Snowboarding: Enjoy Winter Fun at Spring Mountain Adventures in Montco
For those seeking winter recreation, Spring Mountain Adventures in Schwenksville offers ice skating, skiing, and snowboarding close to home, reports Drew Anderson for FOX 29 Philadelphia. Skating lessons at the ice rink are taught by experienced instructors who have been part of the sport from a young age. The facility also features public skating and…
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Hundreds Brave the Cold for Spring Mountain’s Snowshoe Race
Braving single-digit temperatures and fresh snow, hundreds of athletes turned out for one of Montco’s most rugged winter traditions, writes John Worthington for The Reporter. Roughly 350 snowshoe racers descended on Spring Mountain Ski Area for the 20th annual Snowshoe Race, a 5K that sends competitors charging up and down the slopes. Race director Ed…
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Explore Vibrant Mountain of Mums at Ott’s Exotic Plants in Schwenksville
Ott’s Exotic Plants in Schwenksville has transformed its grounds into a vibrant mountain of mums, creating a lively celebration of autumn’s favorite flower, reports Dave Edwards for 6abc. Visitors can now wander through the fields of colorful plants along a network of pathways and tunnels, fully immersing themselves in the display. “I love that tunnel,”…
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First Bank House of the Week: A $1.5M Dream Home in Schwenksville’s Squirrel Road
Listed at $1,500,000, this remarkable residence on Squirrel Road in Schwenksville offers a rare combination of elegance, privacy, and thoughtful design. . . Set on 1.4 acres of landscaped grounds, the property provides a serene wooded backdrop and modern upgrades throughout. According to Realtor.com, the main floor and master suite were completely renovated in 2023,…
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Philadelphia Folk Festival Returns Next Week, Bigger and Better Than Ever
The Philadelphia Folk Festival, Montgomery County’s largest event, is returning to Schwenksville next week, even bigger and better, writes Lily Henderson for the Main Line Today. The festival’s 62nd annual weekend will be at Old Pool Farm from August 15 to 17. The event was canceled in 2023 due to financial difficulties. “We were $200,000-plus…
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Schwenksville’s Limerick Homegrown Farm Grows Flavor and Family Roots
Tucked away on a quiet plot in Schwenksville, Limerick Homegrown Produce & Trading Post is a vibrant, family-run farm cultivating vegetables and community, writes Leigh Green for PA Eats. Operated by Michael Panamarenko and Jessica Kanagie alongside their three daughters, this PA Preferred and USDA Certified Organic farm is a rainbow-hued patch of Montgomery County…
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Montco’s Alderfer Eggs to Pay Steep Fine Over Misleading ‘Free Roaming’ Labels
A Montgomery County egg producer has agreed to pay $287,500 to settle a class-action lawsuit over allegedly misleading labels on its egg cartons, writes Abraham Gutman for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The lawsuit, filed in December 2023 in a New York federal court, accused Schwenksville’s Alderfer Eggs of falsely promoting its eggs as “free roaming.” The…
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How the Buckman Family Built a Ski Empire at Spring Mountain
The Buckman family and Spring Mountain have been a cornerstone of the Philadelphia region’s skiing community for over five decades, writes Jason Nark for the Philadelphia Inquirer. In 1971, Leon Buckman, originally in the plumbing and pool business, opened Buckman’s Ski & Snowboard Shop in Perkiomenville to cater to his children’s newfound passion for skiing.…
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Hundreds of Racers Take to Slopes at Spring Mountain in Nation’s Largest Snowshoe 5K
On January 25, hundreds of winter sports enthusiasts descended on Spring Mountain in Schwenksville for the 19th annual Snowshoe Race, the nation’s largest snowshoe 5K, writes John Worthington for the Daily Local News. Approximately 325 racers braved the chilly morning temperatures to conquer the steep slopes. Before they set off from the starting line, Ryan…
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Ashley Sessa, Schwenksville’s Field Hockey Star Makes ‘SportsCenter’s’ Top Ten Plays
Ashley Sessa, a Schwenksville native and the youngest field hockey player on the U.S. national team to compete at the Paris Games, scored twice in the Wildcats’ win over Iowa on Friday, with her second goal making the night’s SportsCenter Top 10, writes Isabella DiAmore for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The midfielder/forward managed to break free…
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Experience the Big Apple Vibes in Montgomery County at Lederach Corner Store Piano Bar
Lederach Corner Store Piano Bar in Schwenksville is a perfect spot for date night, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29 Philadelphia. The popular spot that opened in 2020 brings a true New York City feel to Montgomery County. When opening the bar, the aim was “to make it more than an evening spot,” said Sara…
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Schwenksville Man Has Been a Dedicated Philly Sports Fan Since 1960
Brendan Costello, a dedicated 72-year-old sports fan from Schwenksville, has either listened to or watched nearly all title victories of Philadelphia teams since 1960, writes Dave Uram for KYW Newsradio. Costello remembers the Eagles going all the way that year, which he listened to on the radio. In 1967, he watched the Sixers take the…
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Celebrate the Arrival of Spring This Year with a Trip to Local Greenhouses, Gardens
As the sun shines longer and the temperatures warm up, it is the perfect time to spend more time in nature, writes Jeff Tomik for PhillyVoice. One fun way to celebrate the arrival of spring is to visit some of the local gardens and arboretums, including Ott’s Exotic Plants in Schwenksville. At Ott’s Exotic Plants…
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Meet a Montgomery County Farmer Who Doesn’t Like to Eat Vegetables
A farmer who doesn’t like vegetables? Doesn’t seem possible, but that is what led Sergio Kuik on a journey to start a nano farm, writes Emily Kovach for PA Eats. It all began when he was determined to find a way to get the nutritional benefits of veggies without having to eat a lot of…
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Philadelphia Folk Festival Will Return to Old Pool Farm This Summer
Now in its 61st year, the Philadelphia Folk Festival is returning to Old Pool Farm near Schwenksville in August, writes Dan DeLuca for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The popular outdoor festival was not held last year due to financial issues, but it is returning this year under new management. Andrew and Michael Braunfeld of Blind Justice…
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First Bank House of the Week: Stately Gatsby Era Style Colonial in Schwenksville
A stately Gatsby-era style colonial home set on 1.25 beautiful acres with four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Schwenksville. The fully restored residence once known as the Levy Mansion still boasts the character and features of the original structure that are now enhanced with many modern amenities. The…
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