Culture
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Peacock Turns Another Bestseller from Collegeville Author into a Series
Before her bestselling beach novels became streaming hits, Elin Hilderbrand was growing up in Collegeville, writes Kristin Hunt for The Philly Voice. Now, the Methacton High School alumna has another story making its way to television. Peacock’s adaptation of Hilderbrand’s 2023 novel The Five-Star Weekend premieres July 9. The eight-episode drama stars Jennifer Garner, Regina…
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Historic Rock Ford Leads Lancaster’s Role as an America250 Epicenter
As the nation gears up to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence, one historic site in Lancaster is stepping into the spotlight as a key “epicenter” of the celebration: Historic Rock Ford. Tucked just beyond downtown and surrounded by the natural beauty of Lancaster County Central Park, Historic Rock Ford is more than a…
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Rare Ben Franklin Memorabilia, Recently Displayed At Library Company of Philadelphia, To Be Auctioned in June
Dozens of memorabilia that once belonged to Benjamin Franklin are soon going up for auction, writes Earl Hopkins for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Franklin memorabilia belongs to former Philadelphia Flyers president Jay T. Snider, who purchased them nearly a decade ago. Among the items being put up for auction is a letter Franklin wrote in…
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From Neshaminy High to the NHL: How a Langhorne Artist Became the Flyers’ Mask Maker
Every time goalie Dan Vladař stops a puck in the Flyers playoffs, he’s wearing a piece of art painted by a kid who grew up rooting for the Flyers in Langhorne, writes Matt Breen for The Philadelphia Inquirer. That kid is Franny Drummond. He’s not on the roster or behind the bench. But his fingerprints…
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This Montgomery County Home Watched the Revolution Unfold. Now It’s Inviting You Inside.
One of Montgomery County’s most storied landmarks is open and waiting to take you back in time. Historic Hope Lodge in Fort Washington has been welcoming visitors to its colonial-era halls for years, and it shows no signs of slowing down. Built between 1743 and 1748, the home was originally the residence of Quaker Samuel…
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Plymouth Meeting Author Turns Her Late Mother’s Poems Into Children’s Books
Lydia Cohn, a Plymouth Meeting author, is honoring her late mother Joan Yingling by turning the many poems she wrote into children’s books, writes M. English for The Times Herald. Cohn and her six siblings grew up in Merion Station. When her parents decided to downsize, Cohn was happy to take the folder that contained…
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Before They Were Famous: The Stars Who Got Their Start at Bucks County Playhouse
The Bucks County Playhouse in New Hope has played an outsized role in American entertainment. For decades, actors have stepped onto the stage at Bucks County Playhouse early in their careers, long before wider audiences knew their names. Many went on to become some of the most recognizable figures in film and television. The building…
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Bucks County Hotel, in Operation for Over 300 Years, Hits the Market
One of Bucks County’s most well-known hotels has hit the market, and sellers are asking a hefty price for the old estate. JD Mullane wrote about the estate for Yahoo! Sports. The Langhorne Hotel, one of the oldest continuously operated inns in BucksCounty, has hit the market for $2.5 million, This historic inn has anchored…
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From Ardmore to Upper Merion, Montco’s Farmers Markets Are Back for the Season
Farmers market season is in full swing across the region, writes Anne E. Hill for Main Line Today. Montco is home to several markets where shoppers can find fresh produce, baked goods, prepared foods, and other locally made products. From indoor markets open year-round to seasonal outdoor gatherings, these destinations offer plenty of options for…
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Cross County Trail Expansion Moves Forward with Major Montco Investment
Montgomery County is moving forward with a $2.28 million investment in trail development, including a key contract awarded to a Fort Washington-based engineering firm, according to Rachel Ravina for Wiss Now. County commissioners recently approved two agreements for preliminary engineering work tied to the Cross County Trail East project. One $1.35 million contract was awarded…
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This Rare Montco Marble Is Showing Up in Philly’s Hottest Spots
A rare piece of Montco’s past is resurfacing in a surprising place: the countertops of Philadelphia’s newest restaurants, writes Peter Crimmins for WHYY. Marble originally quarried in Montco, known as “King of Prussia marble,” is being repurposed from historic buildings and reused in new spaces, including the recently opened The Bread Room. The stone once…
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Montco Trail Challenge Invites Residents to Explore History with Every Step
Montgomery County’s popular outdoor tradition is back, giving residents a fun way to explore local trails while staying active, writes Emily Neil for WHYY. The annual Montco Trail Challenge officially kicked off last weekend, inviting participants to visit 18 trails and, for the first time, four historic sites across the county. The Montgomery County Office…
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West Chester University Opera Theatre Presents Mozart’s ‘Così fan tutte’
West Chester University’s Opera Theatre invites the campus and surrounding community to experience a fresh and entertaining take on Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Così fan tutte, with performances on Saturday, May 2, at 7:30 PM and Sunday, May 3, at 3:00 PM in the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Philips Memorial Building, 700 S. High Street, West…
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How Philadelphia Became the Birthplace of American Independence
Why Philadelphia? When most people picture the American Revolution, they see muskets flashing in Boston, redcoats marching through New York, or Washington’s army crossing the Delaware River on that frozen Christmas night. But the true heart of the struggle, where ideas turned into action and independence took root, was right here in Philadelphia, a city…
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Beloved State Champion Tree Receives Funeral in Bala Cynwyd on Arbor Day
An unusual funeral took place on Arbor Day at Laurel Hill in Bala Cynwyd, where the majestic English yew tree, a beloved Pennsylvania state champion, was laid to rest, writes Siafa Lewis for CBS News Philadelphia. Often called the tree of the dead, yew trees are frequently found in cemetery landscapes. The state champion had…
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A Canvas of Community at Chester County’s Art Galleries
Chester County is home to hundreds of artists whose passion for creativity has produced work across all mediums, from acrylic paint and watercolors to sculptures and furniture masterpieces. Despite all the talent, it can be hard to get recognition. Some creators have their own personal studios, but there are also numerous art galleries to submit…
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Curtis Arboretum: Wooded Crown Jewel and Quiet Refuge in Wyncote
Nestled in Wyncote, Curtis Arboretum has been a local wooded crown jewel since the 1890s, offering a quiet refuge for reflection, weddings, and community gatherings, writes Kim Hudson for CBS News Philadelphia. Prior to its transformation into an arboretum, the property belonged to Cyrus Curtis, founder of Curtis Publishing and publications such as The Saturday Evening Post and Ladies’…
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Meet the Creative Duo Behind Some of Philadelphia’s Most Iconic Restaurant Signs
For decades, Gibbs Connors and Christian Cantiello have been hand-painting the iconic signs that define Philadelphia’s restaurant scene, from the Borromini sign to the La Colombe lettering and beyond, writes Adam Clair for The Philadelphia Inquirer. After graduating from the Pratt Institute, Connors moved to Philadelphia in 1989 and quickly secured a steady job at…
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