Archive for Category: "holidays"
easter egg hunts philadelphia and beyond!
Are you hunting for an Easter Egg Hunt for 2012? Bring your baskets and come check out one of these events in Philly and beyond: This Weekend: Easter Egg Hunt in Narberth Park Saturday March 31 at 12:45. They even have a “Little Hunt” for the little hunters! Be sure to arrive early! West Laurel [...]
why this irish girl celebrates kwanzaa
I first started celebrating Kwanzaa as a teacher in Baltimore City. All of my students were African-American, and one family celebrated Kwanzaa. I asked if they would come in and share the tradition with the class. None of the other kids had ever heard of it. I loved what I learned, appreciated the spirit of [...]
this weekend: shop, whistle and dance!
Shop WITHOUT Dropping! Still find yourself looking for holiday presents? Or maybe you haven’t even started the process? Don’t panic. Instead, come check out the Winter Holiday Bazaar at the Torchlight Arts & Culture Center in Germantown this Sunday from 2-8pm. With music by Royal Majestic Sound and unique handmade gifts and treats, this [...]
top five worth the drive: holiday edition
Here are 5 sights within an hour of the GAP area that are “worth the drive” (or ride) this time of year, particularly if you carpool… 1. Longwood Gardens! Their illuminated walkways, decorated trees, fountain show and plant-induced splendor is absolutely sure to please young and old alike. It’s not a “kiddie” experience by any means, [...]
this weekend: latkes, gleeks, santa and a spider
Before pitching the multitude of holiday weekend ideas, I’ll share the latest hit with our family. I highly recommend that you take the kids (or even skip that step) and go see Charlotte’s Web at the Arden Theater downtown. It’s fabulous. The Arden does such a wonderful job of engaging children while still making the [...]
this weekend… lego, santa, cats pjs and dickens!
So much to do… it’s tough to choose! Whether you’re looking to celebrate Christmas or hoping to avoid that altogether, there’s plenty to do in and around the NW this weekend… Christmas Activities: It’s a Dickens of a Christmas in Chestnut Hill! Go back in time to celebrate Christmas old-school. REALLY old-school. The Hill will be [...]
this weekend… faith, nutcrackers, animals & trains!
Well, maybe you were able to avoid it last weekend, but we are now officially in full holiday season mode. So jump in… lots to do this weekend… whether you have company or just your usual crew to entertain. The Philadelphia Zoo is offering admission discount for Friday, Saturday and Sunday- Zoo admission is just [...]
The 4th of July Sparkles in Chestnut Hill
Thanks to the generous sponsorship of the Chestnut Hill Bocce Club, the 4th of July in Chestnut Hill was a sparkling success! As per tradition, the day’s events started out with a flag ceremony. After the crowd pledged their allegiance, volunteers started lining up the groups for the parade and decorating contest. the Heiress (who [...]
More on the weekend… downtown edition.
Come on, you know part of the reason you decided to live in this area was its proximity to downtown. A really great reason, but one that only works if you actually GO downtown! Check out the listing of the remaining programs from the Welcome America! lineup: http://www.welcomeamerica.com/category/events/ Saturday July 2 Go 4th & Learn [...]
How to Enjoy the Weekend- Locally
Chestnut Hill 4th of July Celebration! This year marks the 95th annual Fourth of July parade and Celebration in Chestnut Hill. Families gather at the intersection of Devon Street and Hartwell Lane for a recitation and flag raising at 9:00 a.m., followed by children parading down Hartwell Lane to the Water Tower Center (a nice [...]
