Culture
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Local Craftsman Creates High Quality Drums in Warrington Company
Over in Warrington, Chris Carr, founder of Bucks County Drum Company, has been handcrafting drums for over two decades, reports Christie Ileto for 6abc. Carr, who initially made a living making cabinets, transitioned to drum building, opening his business in 2005. He taught himself everything there was to know about making drums, from cutting veneers to later making his…
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5 Places Where Washington Slept: A County-by-County Journey Across the Delaware Valley
You can’t have driven anywhere around the Delaware Valley without passing a place where George Washington is reported to have spent the night. From riverbank farmhouses to stone taverns and battlefield headquarters, the story of America’s first commander in chief is written across our back roads and boroughs, one restless night at a time. Washington’s…
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Narberth Artist Turns Snowstorm Into Neighborhood Art Show
When more than nine inches of snow blanketed the region, one Narberth artist saw more than a winter storm. She saw a canvas, writes Denali Sagner for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Emily Stewart stepped into her snow-covered front yard and built three glowing Swedish snow lanterns, turning a frigid night into something quietly magical. The soft…
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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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The Bazaar of All Nations Lives Fondly in Delaware County’s Memory
The building has been gone now for decades, but the Bazaar of All Nations that once stood between Oak and Bishop avenues off Baltimore Pike remains strong in the Delaware County memory. There are fond memories recounted in Facebook groups, old photographs, newspaper clippings, and a detailed 2010 documentary produced by Patrick Manley and Brendan…
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Presidents Day Explained: How the Holiday Began and the Delaware Valley’s Role
Today is Presidents Day. At the federal level, the holiday is still called Washington’s Birthday. It began as a tribute to George Washington after his death in 1799. Communities marked February 22 with speeches, parades, and public gatherings. In 1879, Congress made Washington’s Birthday a federal holiday in Washington, D.C. In 1885, it expanded nationwide…
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Lost Lincoln Presidential Order Signed 2 Days After Civil War End Being Sold in Ardmore
A presidential order signed by Abraham Lincoln four days before he was assassinated has been found in an old writing desk and is now being sold for $45,000 in Ardmore by the Raab Collection, writes Cris Barrish for WHYY. The order, dated April 11, 1865, names anti-slavery proponent Allen M. Gangewere to a federal Treasury…
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Stay Off Ice: Ice Fishing Banned on Schuylkill River for Safety
For those drawn to the frozen Schuylkill River, the icy expanse might seem like the perfect place for ice fishing, but unfortunately, that activity is prohibited, writes Nate File for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “Ice fishing is illegal in Philly,” said Philadelphia Police Department spokesperson Sgt. Eric Gripp. While ice fishing is not explicitly banned, walking…
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Lansdale Author Writes Book to Keep Children Off Screens and On the Greens
After nearly four decades in the biopharmaceutical industry, Lansdale resident Janice Nissen never expected her next chapter to involve children’s books. But a lost ball, a quiet creek, and a new role as a grandmother sparked an idea that became Lizbeth, the Little Lost Golf Ball. Nissen began golfing more often after retirement and became…
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Facebook Group Recalls Vintage Springfield Township Hotel
The posting of a sepia-toned photo — showing the Wheel Pump Inn, 529 Bethlehem Pike, Erdenheim — has sparked conversation among Facebook locals who saw it and recall the landmark. A 2018 article by J.M. Jones in the Chestnut Hill Local traced the property’s history. The Wheel Pump Inn was built in 1735 near Flourtown.…
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Student Art Selected for Display at New County Courthouse in Norristown
An artwork showing the Montgomery County Courthouse’s iconic green dome, made by two local students, will have a permanent place in the county’s new courthouse, writes Aaron Moselle for WHYY. The original artwork was created by Grace and Daun, best friends united by their love of art. Over the course of the year, they spent…
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MCCC to Host 12th Annual Tri-County High School Art Exhibition
Celebrate the inspiring talent of young artists from area high schools across Montgomery, Berks, and Chester Counties, soon on display at Montgomery County Community College’s (MCCC) Pottstown Campus. MCCC’s Montco Cultural Center will host the 12th annual Tri-County High School Art Exhibition, Tuesday, Feb. 10, through Friday, Mar. 20, in the North Hall Gallery, 16 E.…
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Dan Schlosberg of Lower Merion Joins Multi-Composer Opera Project
In an unprecedented creative experiment, award-winning composer Dan Schlosberg of Lower Merion will collaborate with nine other composers, one librettist, one actor, and four singers to bring the new opera Complications in Sue to life, writes Vince Carey for the Daily Times. Pulitzer and Tony Award-winning playwright Michael R. Jackson, who will be making his…
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Norristown’s Airy Street Prison Advances Clean Up with Federal Grant
Plans for the future of Norristown’s long-vacant Airy Street Prison site are inching forward, writes Rachel Ravina for The Reporter. Montgomery County officials pursue federal funding to clean up the historic property and prepare it for redevelopment. County planning leaders recently received approval to apply for a $4 million Brownfields Grant from the U.S. Environmental…
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VIPs Gather for Kickoff of America250 PA Celebration in West Chester
Former Pennsylvania Gov. Mark Schweiker joined VIPs in West Chester for the kickoff of the America250 PA Chester County celebration, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. “We can’t miss a birthday party,” said Schweiker. “This is a unique one. It’s not just July 4th, but a buildup to July 4th, and it’s open to all Americans.” The event attracted a standing-room-only…
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Gilbertsville Teen Dances Her Way to the World Stage in Ireland
A Gilbertsville teenager is preparing to take a big leap to the world stage in Ireland, writes Evan Brandt for The Reporter. Madeleine Connolly, 17, will compete this spring in the Irish step-dancing World Championships in Dublin. Her journey began years ago after being inspired by the iconic stage show Riverdance, and that passion has…
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Bucks County Native Langhorne Slim Performs New Songs on ‘The Daily Show’
Singer-songwriter and Bucks County native Langhorne Slim recently performed on an episode of Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show,” writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. His latest studio album, “The Dreaming Kind,” was released on Jan. 16. Langhorne Slim shared his inspiration for the album on the show before he performed one of his new songs,…
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Six Decades Ago, Martin Luther King Preached ‘Three Timeless Words’ From Jenkintown Pulpit
Six decades ago, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., preached from the pulpit of Salem Baptist Church, which was at the time located in Jenkintown, at the invitation of his former classmate and Salem’s foundational pastor, the late Rev. Dr. Robert Johnson Smith Sr.. Don Scott reported the appearance in The Ambler Gazette. During his…
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