Skippack
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Skippack Might Be Montgomery County’s Best Hidden Treasure
Most people drive past Skippack Village without knowing what they are missing. That is exactly what makes it worth stopping for. Tucked into the heart of Montgomery County, the historic village sits within easy reach of Collegeville, Lansdale, Harleysville, Blue Bell, Worcester, and King of Prussia. Close enough for a quick drive, far enough to…
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This Wellness Retreat in Skippack is the Perfect Place to Relax and Unwind
Those looking for a soothing spa day spot can check out SALTability Retreat in Skippack, which offers a variety of services guaranteed to help you unwind, reports Bob Kelly for Fox 29. At this wellness retreat, clients can enjoy facials, massages, foot detox treatments and red light therapy. SALTability is best known for its calming…
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New Leash on Life Program Transforms Lives for Dogs and Incarcerated Alike
Rob Rosa, Senior Vice President of Programs at New Leash on Life and a former 12-year resident of the State Correctional Institution at Graterford, helps prepare abandoned dogs for their forever homes by pairing them with incarcerated individuals who train them, write Matt DeLucia and David Chang for NBC10 Philadelphia. Rosa spent his time in…
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Alex Palumbo and MontComedy Bring Laughs to Skippack’s Dutch Tavern
Montgomery County’s stand-up scene is on the rise, and Alex Palumbo is helping lead the charge. The comedian hosts MontComedy, a monthly showcase at the Dutch Tavern in Skippack, bringing some of the best up-and-comers to an intimate basement venue many comics call perfect for live comedy. “The Dutch has a large local draw, and…
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Skippack’s Pawsibilities Animal Rescue Begins Healing After Devastating Fire Leaves Animals Dead, Missing
Pawsibilities Animal Rescue in Skippack is beginning to recover after a devastating fire killed more than a dozen cats and left several other animals missing, write Lili Zheng and Brendan Brightman for NBC10 Philadelphia. The animal rescue center, owned by Samantha Carroll, has been a safe haven for various abandoned or neglected animals for the…
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Skippack’s Brothers Kershner Brewing Expands to Avondale with The Barrel
Brothers Kershner Brewing Co. is expanding into Chester County with a new taproom, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Barrel by Brothers Kershner is set to open in May. The brewery has signed a lease for a historic two-story stone building at 122 Pennsylvania Ave. in Avondale. The site is previously home…
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Skippack Book Fest Celebrates Local Authors This Sunday
Skippack invites book lovers and literary enthusiasts to the debut of the Local Author Book Fest on Sunday, April 13. The event will run from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Victorian Carriage Shops, located at 4039 Skippack Pike. The event is free to the public. The festival will feature over 50 authors and…
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Rylie’s Rescue in Skippack Welcomes Dozens of Rescue Dogs from Bahamas
Dozens of dogs rescued from the Bahamas were flown to Rylie’s Rescue in Skippack, where they are being cared for as they await to find their forever homes, reports Lee Anne Kayati for 6abc. A total of 41 dogs were brought in from the Bahamas Humane Society. “The dogs down in the Bahamas don’t have a…
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Keeping Irish Tradition Strong: Steve Brady and the AOH Prepare for the Conshohocken St. Patrick’s Day Parade
For Skippack’s Steve Brady, being a member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) is about more than just celebrating St. Patrick’s Day—it’s about fellowship, service, and tradition. Since joining Division 6 in 2009, he has found a community of like-minded men who share his passion for Irish culture and giving back. The AOH, a…
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Pages and Parchment Bookstore Opens New Chapter in Skippack
Independent bookstore, Pages and Parchment celebrated its grand opening in Skippack on September 20, reports John Worthington for The Times Herald. The cozy store held a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Indian Valley Chamber of Commerce. The event drew local officials, including Skippack Township Supervisor Karen Lynch, who expressed excitement over the town’s new addition.…
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Waverly Flower Co. Owner Turns Her Hobby Into New Blooming Business
Alanna Messner-Scholl has turned the gardening hobby she picked up during the pandemic into a blooming business with the recently opened Waverly Flower Co. just outside Skippack Village, write Shaunice Ajiwe and Kristen Schott for Philadelphia Magazine. When she first got into gardening, Messner-Scholl used it as a tool to de-stress from the responsibilities that…
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Skippack Cafe Provides Safe Environment for Those With Special Needs
So Much To Give Inclusive Cafe in Skippack offers a safe and loving environment for individuals with special needs and their families, according to a staff report from 6abc. The cafe was created in 2022 when its founders realized there was a need in the community foradditional programs and activities for people with disabilities. The…
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A New Floral Studio Focused on Sustainability and Community Is Coming to Skippack
Waverly Flower Co., formerly known as Wavy Roo Florals, will be opening a new floral studio in Skippack in April, writes John Worthington for Main Line Times & Suburban. The new studio, located on Cressman Road, will use homegrown and other locally sourced flowers and foliage in its wedding arrangements. “We have a special focus…
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Skippack Man Wins $1,500 in MediaNews Group ‘Thanks Give-Away’ Subscriber Contest
Skippack’s Vince Cioffo, 70, a subscriber of The Times Herald for over 40 years, has won $1,500 in the “Thanks Give-Away” MediaNews Group subscriber contest, writes John Worthington for Trentonian. He said he plans on using the money to buy holiday gifts. “I was surprised because I never win anything,” he said. “I’m not that…
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Tickets Still Available for Saturday’s Still Waters Brewfest in Collegeville; 30-Plus Craft Breweries Set to Attend
Enjoy plentiful pours from the more 30 local craft breweries that will be in attendance on Saturday, June 3 at the Still Waters Brewfest. Sponsored by Brothers Kershner Brewing Co. and Montco Makers, the event is being held from 12-5 PM at the 4-H Center of Montgomery County, located at 1015 Bridge Road in Collegeville,…
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Fashion Advice from Skippack Retailer: ‘Show Your Color on Vacation’
Jenn Frederick stopped by Hazel Mac Lifestyle Boutique in Skippack with the Good Day Philadelphia crew to talk about the wardrobe colors for this season, reported FOX 29 Philadelphia. “I feel like black is super easy and super conventional,” said the owner. “ It’s slenderizing; it’s just a go to. But I think summertime is…
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Skippack Pharmacist Advises Parents Challenged with Finding Kids’ Pain Relievers, Cold Medicines
There’s presently a run on over-the-counter (OTC) medicines for children. WHYY’s Nicole Leonard reported it, concurrently soliciting professional advice on how to cope. The cause includes the current tripledemic that has tapped supplies of children’s pain relievers and cold medications: Dr. Mayank Amin, owner-pharmacist at Skippack Pharmacy in Skippack, has seen the difficulty in accessing…
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Skippack Baker Honed Her Spicy Background on Food Network’s Holiday Gingerbread Showdown
It’s that time of year. Sweets, comfort food, and plenty of baking. Germantown Academy alumna and cookie art guru Stephanie White Kappel knows plenty about the latter. Her baking skills with this Christmas cookie staple were honed on a 2018 episode of Food Network’s ultra-competitive Holiday Gingerbread Showdown. “I can’t say much aside from it…
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