| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | 21ST ANNUAL HADDONFIELD CRAFTS AND FINE ART FESTIVAL Presented by Haddonfield at Haddonfield July 13-July 14, 2013 This two-day outdoor festival is one of the area’s premier events, garnering national attention and attracting crowds of more than 100,000 people. Artisans will exhibit a wide range of arts and crafts, including ceramics, glass, jewelry, wood, fiber, metal, paper, drawings, paintings, photography, and wearable art. What is a usually a busy main artery through the center of town is transformed into a festive corridor, alive with a panorama of artists’ tents and various crafts on... | Haddonfield | 07/13/13-
07/14/13 | Haddonfield |
Fifth Annual Whack & Roll Croquet TournamentPresented by Mennonite Heritage Center at Mennonite Heritage Center May 31-June 1, 2013 The WHACK & ROLL Croquet Tournament is open to all who enjoy croquet, last year we had players from 11 years to 90 years of age.
Anyone interested in playing should contact the Mennonite Heritage Center for a list of the organizations that one can choose to play for. The phone number and e-mail for the Mennonite Heritage Center is 215 256 3020 or www.mhep.org to contact for more information.
| Mennonite Heritage Center | 05/31/13-
06/01/13 | Harleysville |
Golf Fore Kids' SakePresented by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bucks County at Spring Mill Country Club June 17, 2013 Join Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bucks County for our annual "Golf Fore Kids' Sake" event. Enjoy giveaways, contests,and a great day of golf.
Price includes lunch, green fees and carts, hospitality carts on course, cocktail reception and dinner. | Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bucks County | 06/17/13 | Ivyland |
Ivyland Celebrates 140 YearsPresented by Borough of Ivyland at Ivyland, Bucks County June 22, 2013 This June, the good folks of Ivyland will be dusting off their party gear, as they get ready to celebrate the historic borough’s 140th Anniversary. Ivyland’s Borough Hall will serve as home base for this fun-filled day with special events taking place throughout the entire town. Activities planned for the day include: rides on The New Hope Ivyland Railroad, guided history walks through the borough, horse-drawn carriage rides and displays by local historical... | Borough of Ivyland | 06/22/13 | Ivyland |
Grecian Festival 2013Presented by St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church at St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church May 29-June 2, 2013 Tour their new church, enjoy authentic Greek food, music & dance, eat at either their indoor restaurant or outdoor grills, and plenty of rides and amusements for the whole family.
Enjoy the Family Ride Special! Wednesday evening and Sunday (1 p.m. to 5 p.m.) - pay one price, ride all the rides! | St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church | 05/29/13-
06/02/13 | Jeffersonville |
Wine & Jazz Festival at Longwood GardensPresented by Longwood Gardens at Longwood Gardens June 1, 2013 Start your summer on the right note. Savor fine wines as you enjoy the sights and sounds of live jazz in our Gardens.
Welcoming artists including Branford Marsalis Quartet, Anat Cohen Quartet, Alfredo Rodriguez Trio, and Joanna Pascale.
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Buy tickets online at www.longwoodgardens.org or by calling 610-388-1000 (additional fees apply for phone orders).
Tickets limited. Sell out likely. No outside food allowed in the Gardens. The festival is rain or... | Longwood Gardens | 06/01/13 | Kennett Square |
Friday Nights Under The StarsPresented by Mole Street at Brandywine Polo Club May 31-August 30, 2013 Spend a relaxing evening under the stars at the historic Brandywine Polo Grounds in Kennett Square with live music, polo, a family friendly atmosphere, great regional wines sold on site from Galer Estate, beer from Twin Lakes and delicious eats from the Carolina Pit Stop Southern Bar-B-Que. Gates open at 5pm with the first polo match starting at 5:30pm followed by a live music performance that begins around 7:30pm. Brought to you by Mole Street. | Mole Street | 05/31/13-
08/30/13 | Kennett Square |
Steven's Supporters & The Center for Autism Annual Golf ClassicPresented by The Center for Autism at Whitemarsh Valley Country Club June 17, 2013 Steven’s Supporters & The Center for Autism will host its Annual Golf Classic on Monday, June 17th at Whitemarsh Valley Country Club in Lafayette Hill, PA. This year’s event will include lunch, live auction, silent auction, cocktail reception and dinner. Additionally, the event will include the participation of prominent Philadelphia Flyers Alumni, Bob Kelly, Ray Allison, Dave Schultz, Brian Propp, Gary Dornhoefer, and Ed Hospodar! All proceeds from the event will benefit the... | The Center for Autism | 06/17/13 | Lafayette Hill |
Fine Art & Contemporary Crafts Show Presented by Peddler's Village at Peddler's Village June 1-June 2, 2013 The region's finest artists and artisans will exhibit and sell a variety of work including paintings, photography, wood creations, mixed media, jewelry, pottery, glasswork, fiber creations, and ceramics. Artists were juried in by a committee of art experts, ensuring only the highest quality of exhibited work. Judges will select show winners, awarding $2,000 in cash prizes. One artist will receive the Founders Award and Peddler’s Village will purchase his or her work for the Jamison... | Peddler's Village | 06/01/13-
06/02/13 | Lahaska |
Friends & Family Rube Goldberg Challenge Presented by Giggleberry Fair at Peddler's Village at Giggleberry Fair at Peddler's Village June 1, 2013 Are you up for the Rube Goldberg Challenge? Giggleberry Fair will host this machine contest which welcomes contestants to build a Rube Goldberg machine with a Peddler's Village theme. Reuben “Rube” Goldberg (1883-1970) was a Pulitzer Prize winning cartoonist, sculptor and author best known for his comical cartoons parodying complicated machines that accomplish a simple task in many convoluted steps. | Giggleberry Fair at Peddler's Village | 06/01/13 | Lahaska |
Bluegrass & Blueberries Presented by Peddler's Village at Peddler's Village July 13-July 14, 2013 Enjoy a weekend of blueberry treats and swinging bluegrass & country music. Live entertainment and children's activities. | Peddler's Village | 07/13/13-
07/14/13 | Lahaska |
Peach Festival featuring the Annual Sidewalk SalePresented by Peddler's Village at Peddler's Village August 10-August 11, 2013 It’s peach mania all weekend with plenty of fantastic food, sizzling shopping deals and traditional peach pie eating contests. Savor the flavors of all things peach from peach fritters, peach pies, peach muffins, peach strudel and peach kuchen to peach cakes and cupcakes, peach dumplings, peach turnover, peach strudel, peach tea breads, peach pull apart bread, peach tarts, and peach butter cake. Pick up some locally grown peaches from Bucks County fruit orchards and sample some... | Peddler's Village | 08/10/13-
08/11/13 | Lahaska |
Scarecrow Competition and DisplayPresented by Peddler's Village at Peddler's Village September 9-October 27, 2013 The Annual Scarecrow Competition and Display features colorful, life-sized scarecrow creations in six categories: Traditional, Extraordinary Contemporary, Quite the Character, Keystone Krow, KidsOnly! and Group Scarecrow. Participants compete for $5,000 in prizes. The public votes for their favorites for the first three weeks of the contest. | Peddler's Village | 09/09/13-
10/27/13 | Lahaska |
Scarecrow Festival Presented by Peddler's Village at Peddler's Village September 21-September 22, 2013 Enjoy a weekend of fall family fun including scarecrow-making workshops, pumpkin pie eating contests, pumpkin painting, live musical entertainment and children’s activities. | Peddler's Village | 09/21/13-
09/22/13 | Lahaska |
Apple Festival Presented by Peddler's Village at Peddler's Village November 2-November 3, 2013 Celebrate apple season and the local harvest! Dig into a scrumptious selection of apple treats from crisp apple fritters, apple pies and apple dumplings with warm vanilla custard sauce to apple doughnuts, apple cakes, apple turnovers, caramel apple bread, and homemade candy and caramel apples. Sample green, golden and red delicious apples from local Bucks County orchards and take home a bushel of your favorite. Sip a warm cup of locally produced apple cider and sample some Pennsylvania Dutch... | Peddler's Village | 11/02/13-
11/03/13 | Lahaska |
Gingerbread Competition and DisplayPresented by Peddler's Village at Peddler's Village November 22, 2013-January 4, 2014 The Annual Gingerbread House Competition and Display in the Village Gazebo features whimsical and skillful creations of gingerbread and confection. More than $4,000 in cash prizes are awarded in six categories. You'll discover reproductions of well-known buildings with a meticulous level of detail; period pieces ranging from Victorian mansions to quaint cottages and other amazing works, many adorned with season decorations. | Peddler's Village | 11/22/13-
01/04/14 | Lahaska |
Grand Illumination Celebration Presented by Peddler's Village at Peddler's Village November 22, 2013 Peddler’s Village welcomes the holiday season with the Grand Illumination Celebration. At 6:15 p.m., Santa Claus “switches on” the holiday light display throughout Peddler’s Village. In one breathtaking instant, the Village is transformed into a holiday wonderland with one million jewel-colored lights and glistening reindeer. Savor a cup of complimentary apple cider, heated in an old fashioned kettle, with marshmallows toasted over an open fire and listen to musicians... | Peddler's Village | 11/22/13 | Lahaska |
Annual Christmas Festival Presented by Peddler's Village at Peddler's Village December 7-December 8, 2013 Welcome the holidays and the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus at the annual Peddler’s Village Christmas Festival.
Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday as part of an old-fashioned parade through the Village. The Central Bucks East Marching Band will lead the parade accompanied by local Girl Scout Troops. Other parade participants and live festival entertainment will include the Season’s Greetings Eagles Pep Band, Spiced Punch Singers (Victorian... | Peddler's Village | 12/07/13-
12/08/13 | Lahaska |
Driving Tours of Lancaster County & Amish AttractionsPresented by Awfully Nice Tours at Lancaster Historic Downtown April 1, 2011-March 15, 2015 Only an hour to 90 minutes out of Philadelphia lies the beautiful landscaped scenery of Lancaster County, home of many Amish and Mennonite families, and a popular tourist destination. Both the Amish and Mennonite religions are Anabaptist in their foundation, although it is the Amish that people generally come to see, because of their strict adherence to a number of principles (known as the ordnung). In particular, the Amish people do not drive motorized vehicles, wear very similar... | Awfully Nice Tours | 04/01/11-
03/15/15 | Lancaster |
30th Annual Demuth Garden TourPresented by Demuth Museum at Demuth Museum June 8-June 9, 2013 The Demuth Museum's largest annual fundraiser celebrates its 30th anniversary this year! This self-guided "House & Garden Tour" will give you access to exclusive Lancaster residences in historic downtown and charming Lancaster neighborhoods, offering a variety of creative urban gardens, distinctive architecture and interior design. The Demuth Museum and Garden as well as the historic and beautiful Conestoga House Gardens will complete your tour of notable Lancaster gardens. | Demuth Museum | 06/08/13-
06/09/13 | Lancaster |
Fourth of July Fireworks at Sesame PlacePresented by Sesame Place at Sesame Place July 4, 2013 The night sky will sparkle at Sesame Place, with a spectacular fireworks show, set to a Sesame Street music, making the festivities on Independence Day truly memorable.
Fireworks will begin immediately following the 9:00pm evening performance of the "Neighborhood Street Party" Parade.
Entry into the park will be limited 5 minutes prior to the start of fireworks.
Tip: For the best view watch from the parks front plaza!
| Sesame Place | 07/04/13 | Langhorne |
First Friday Art Walk in LebanonPresented by Lebanon Valley Council on the Arts at Lebanon Art Center May 6, 2011 - Ongoing Lebanon's First Friday Art Walk is a monthly cultural banquet featuring all kinds of art and craft with musical and theatrical trimmings. The City's Galleries, Bars, Clubs, Stores, Restaurants and Churches have come together to offer wall and performance space to the local Art community. The vibrant result is that, from month to month visitors can have anything from Celtic Singing Sessions through Pennsylvania Dutch Art to Zombie walks. The Art Walk is inexpensive, all-ages entertainment in... | Lebanon Valley Council on the Arts | 05/06/11-
Ongoing | Lebanon |
| Annual Flea Market | Lower Makefield Township Veterans Committee | 06/08/13 | Lower Makefield |
Media 2nd Saturday Arts StrollPresented by Media Arts Council and Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union at Media Borough August 14, 2010 - Ongoing Join the Media Arts Council (M.A.C.) at the monthly 2nd Saturday Arts Stroll in downtown Media, PA.
This family-friendly event feature activities and events designed specifically to engage and excite artists from ages 2 to 200! Enjoy live music, take in visiting artist exhibitions peppered throughout Media's many quaint shops, get inspired with seasonal projects and check out the monthly "special arts event" hosted by MAC. (You never know what they have planned... could be... | Media Arts Council | 08/14/10-
Ongoing | Media |
Italian American Heritage FestivalPresented by Italian American Festival Association at Rose Tree Park June 2, 2013 An enjoyable day for your family. Plenty of entertainment, food, sweets, novelty vendors, and fun for the children. There is a Bocce ball tournament. We're trying for the Guinness World Book of Records for making the longest pasta necklace in the world. We have sand art, bubbles, bangles, and "The Human Hamster Ball", fun for everyone... | Italian American Festival Association | 06/02/13 | Media |
JAGO: An Opera In Two ActsPresented by Media Theatre for the Performing Arts at Media Theatre for the Performing Arts May 30-June 1, 2013 Philadelphia's own unrivaled International Opera Theater brings the splendor of Italian culture to a stage close to home. In May at the Media Theatre, the opera Jago will feature a lead with origins in China and Milan.
For the past ten years, the company has produced works which perform in both Italy and Philadelphia, collaborating with artists from more than 36 countries.
Jago's lead soprano, Sharon Zhai, is a resident of Milan who was born in China. In November,... | Media Theatre for the Performing Arts | 05/30/13-
06/01/13 | Media |
Death On The 16th FairwayPresented by Media Theatre for the Performing Arts at Media Theatre for the Performing Arts June 5-June 16, 2013 Death on the 16th Fairway is a new play by avid golfer and investment adviser Art Leahy.
The story of Ryan’s Way Country Club, an exclusive golf, dining, and fitness facility is a fictional trilogy based on Leahy’s behind-the-scenes experience as a golf club member and financial professional. The murder mystery is great for both golfers and mystery lovers.
It will be produced by professional actors for the first time at The Media Theatre this summer. In the... | Media Theatre for the Performing Arts | 06/05/13-
06/16/13 | Media |
Dining Under the StarsPresented by Media Business Authority at Media, PA - State Street May 1-September 25, 2013 STROLL, SHOP, DINE: On Wednesday evenings, State Street in Media, PA is closed to traffic to provide ample space for outdoor dining or strolling the street to visit the retail shops. Live entertainment rounds off the experience! | Media Business Authority | 05/01/13-
09/25/13 | Media |
Holly NightsPresented by Pennsbury Manor at Pennsbury Manor December 5-December 6, 2013 Experience the enchantment of Pennsbury by candlelight! A community tradition for over 25 years, this joyous feast for the senses offers crackling fires, hot-mulled cider, dancing shadows, and the merry sounds of carolers strolling the grounds. So gather friends and family. Come toss a green sprig on our Yule log bonfire, make your wish for the coming New Year. Step back into the glow of torches, candles, and luminaries…the bustle of colonial craftspeople (always happy to chat, mind... | Pennsbury Manor | 12/05/13-
12/06/13 | Morrisville |
Brews & Bites at Pennsbury ManorPresented by Pennsbury Manor at Pennsbury Manor June 22, 2013 Visit the picturesque 43-acres of William Penn’s 17th century country estate and enjoy the tastings of local beer and food by JustFood. Enjoy recreated dishes from Gulielma Penn’s recipe book such as chicken fricassee over sweet corn & parsnip pancakes, lamb pie with apples & currants served over spinach tart, peachwood smoked pulled pork on brioche, apple cranberry bread pudding, macaroons, and more! Wander the grounds and watch 17th and 18th Century beer brewing... | Pennsbury Manor | 06/22/13 | Morrisville |
NarbART Bicycle Month - May 2013Presented by Sweet Mabel at Downtown Narberth May 1-May 31, 2013 NarbART is a celebration of art during the month of May throughout the shops of Narberth. Look for decorated bicycles and bicycle-themed art, in a variety of media, exhibited through the shop windows & business of Narberth.
More information can be found on the Narb-ART Month facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Narb-ART-Month/425228324158748 | Sweet Mabel | 05/01/13-
05/31/13 | Narberth |
New Hope Annual Outdoor Juried Arts & Crafts FestivalPresented by Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce, The at New Hope-Solebury High School September 28-September 29, 2013 We are excited to invite you to join us for a bigger and more exciting New Hope Arts and Crafts Festival. This year’s Festival will take place at the New Hope-Solebury High School, just a few minutes walk from the center of the business district, and there will also be a free bus to from the Festival to the Playhouse on South Main St.reet. Over 200 fine Artists and Craftsmen will exhibit using media such as oil paintings, watercolors, pastels, sculpture, jewelry,... | Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce, The | 09/28/13-
09/29/13 | New Hope |
14th Annual Discovery DayPresented by Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve at Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve July 13, 2013 Our 14th annual Discovery Day is the perfect time for you, your family and friends to have your “Mind, Heart and Spirit Bloom” at the Preserve. This free community event is an opportunity for all ages to experience a sampling of what the Preserve has to offer. Guided wildflower walks offered throughout the event will take you on a stroll through the heart of our meadow, filled with brilliant native perennials and grasses and beautiful butterflies. Other Discovery Day activities... | Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve | 07/13/13 | New Hope |
20th Annual New Hope Historical Society Garden TourPresented by New Hope Historical Society at Parry Mansion June 1, 2013 Tickle your senses at seven private gardens that will be open in Bucks County for this spectacular 20th anniversary self-guided tour.
A full color brochure with pictures and description of each garden, map, and easy directions are included with each ticket. Garden Rewards Bags stuffed with gifts and offers from national partners and local sponsors are available to the first 500 ticket holders. Seven private Bucks County gardens will be featured plus a talk in the gardens of New... | New Hope Historical Society | 06/01/13 | New Hope |
Friday Night Fireworks in New HopePresented by Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce, The and Lambertville Area Chamber of Commerce at New Hope / Lambertville Fireworks Locations May 24-August 30, 2013 The Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce and Lambertville Chambers of Commerce presents Friday Night Fireworks, a spectacle of lights over the Delaware River. Orchestrated by Garden State Fireworks, a glittering ten-minute firework show will illuminate the sky over the Delaware River for the summer season. In addition, most retail businesses on both sides of the river will stay open late. The fireworks displays will take place, at the same launch site each week, about 500... | Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce, The | 05/24/13-
08/30/13 | New Hope, PA |
4th Annual "Takin' it to the Street" Summerfest & Corvette ShowPresented by Sycamore Street Community Association at Green Parrot Restaurant Pub & Patio June 1, 2013 The Sycamore Street Community Association and will hold the 4TH ANNUAL SUMMERFEST featuring the LIBERTY REGION CORVETTE CLUB’S 17TH ANNUAL CORVETTE SHOW. Summerfest will kick-off at 2pm following the 53nd Annual Strawberry Festival at the Historic Newtown Presbyterian Church. The festival will feature live music, plenty of food, beverage and craft vendors as well as a balloon artist and face-painting for the kids. For information and/or registration forms for the Corvette Show, go to... | Sycamore Street Community Association | 06/01/13 | Newtown |
17th Century Timeline & SkirmishPresented by Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation May 25-May 26, 2013 Europe in the 17th century has outgrown its borders. Political and religious wars on the continent and in Great Britain have catapulted its people into the modern age. The Americas have been mapped and explored for more than a century and the great Continental powers have staked their claims to the new territory. Conflict and clashes of culture are happening. Witness a period of our history that shows the expanding horizons of both Europe and America.
Schedule... | Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 05/25/13-
05/26/13 | Newtown Square |
French & Indian Skirmish and CampPresented by Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation June 15, 2013 Become an eyewitness to history, as the Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation becomes the backdrop for scenes from the French and Indian War. It’s the French and British fighting for control of the frontier. Watch the local militia, lead by a Rodger’s Ranger, discover a French raiding party and witness the skirmish, which follows. Visit the French and British campsites. Talk to the soldiers about their uniforms, weapons and strategy for fighting in the wilderness of the frontier. | Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 06/15/13 | Newtown Square |
Gathering of the Chester County MilitiaPresented by Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation July 27, 2013 Join us for an old fashion colonial muster. In colonial times, a muster was the gathering of local farmers to drill, work, talk about politics and socialize with good food and music. We will have discussions between loyalist and rebels resulting in a small armed conflict. The women will be working the loom, spinning and processing flax. The men will be working with wood and working in the fields. Tea will be served in the parlor and hearth cooking will take place in the kitchen. | Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 07/27/13 | Newtown Square |
Chester County Militia MusterPresented by Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation August 31, 2013 Join us for an old fashion colonial muster. In colonial times, a muster was the gathering of local farmers to drill, work, talk about politics and socialize with good food and music. We will have discussions between loyalist and rebels resulting in a small armed conflict. The women will be working the loom, spinning and processing flax. The men will be working with wood and working in the fields. Tea will be served in the parlor and hearth cooking will take place in the kitchen. | Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 08/31/13 | Newtown Square |
When in the Course of Human Events - An Independence Day EventPresented by Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation July 4, 2013 Enjoy a picnic at the farm and celebrate our nation's birthday by hearing the Declaration of Independence and witnessing the crowds reaction. There is not complete agreement in Chester County but the Patriots are determined to win the crowd by making demonstrations against the king. Activities include hearth cooking, textile demonstrations, long rifle, garden and animal talks. Visitors are welcome to bring a picnic basket lunch or purchase refreshments. Bring a comfortable chair or blanket... | Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 07/04/13 | Newtown Square |
Pirate Splash Day for KidsPresented by Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation July 13, 2013 Bring your swimsuit and old shoes because wet is the theme for this special day at the Plantation. Pirates will attack the farm house. Youngsters will be encouraged to run the maze and the gauntlet while being sprayed with water. There will be foot races, face painting, rubber ducky races in the creek and and a water balloon toss. Use your feet to wash clothes and bob for apples with your toes. Throw a wet sponge at a captured pirate. The day starts at 12 and the pirates will invade at... | Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 07/13/13 | Newtown Square |
Paranormal Investigations with Delmarva Historic HauntsPresented by Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation September 7, 2013 On the night of August 4th, 2012 the Delmarva Historic Haunts performed an investigation of the spirits of the Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation. This is the first time a paranormal investigation has been conducted on the 18th century farm buildings. They will share the results of this investigation on September 7th. Come and join the investigators as they lead each group from building to building, describing their findings at each stop. You may also tour the DHH mobile lab. They have... | Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 09/07/13 | Newtown Square |
Civil War Battle & CampPresented by Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation September 21-September 22, 2013 The South is invading Pennsylvania again. The Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation will be hosting a Federal and Confederate battle and camp on Saturday, September 21st and Sunday, September 22nd. Witness firearm demonstrations, drills, a burial squad, use of herbs in the 1860s and camp life. There will be a period fashions and displays of civilian life. Battles will take place on Saturday at 12 and 4. Sunday’s battle will be at 2. Watch the North try to defend the farm against the... | Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 09/21/13-
09/22/13 | Newtown Square |
Spring Hearth Cooking WorkshopPresented by Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation June 1, 2013 Join us for a day of baking bread and making a seasonal soup for lunch. Dinner at 4:00 p.m. will be a savoury pie with baked and boiled puddings. Your hands-on assistance will add to the flavors and experience. Limit to 10 participants - registration required. | Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 06/01/13 | Newtown Square |
Medieval DaysPresented by Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation October 12-October 13, 2013 On Saturday and Sunday, October 12th and 13th come see what life was really like during the Middle Ages in Europe. From the Vikings to the age of Columbus, various encampments will portray aspects of Medieval Life. See how five hundred years of European culture thrived and changed. Romans, Saxons, Normans, and Vikings, and will portray life of this heroic era of Western Civilization. Finally witness the changes that technology made by the late Middle Ages by viewing the 15th century War of... | Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 10/12/13-
10/13/13 | Newtown Square |
Halloween on the FarmPresented by Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation October 26, 2013 Come and celebrate Trick or Treat at the Plantation. Wear your costume and visit six locations to receive a treat. The children can enjoy candle making, corn husk dolls, a bonfire with a free cup of warm cider, a haunted barn, ghost stories in the springhouse, and story time that includes a visit with the sheep. The farm will also be visited by an old woman who may or may not be a witch. Take part in her trial. Join us for some Halloween fun at the farm!
| Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 10/26/13 | Newtown Square |
Militia Muster with the 4th Legionary CavalryPresented by Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation November 9, 2013 Join us for an old fashioned colonial muster. In colonial times, a muster was the gathering of local farmers to drill, work, talk about politics and socialize with good food and music. We will have discussions between loyalist and rebels resulting in a small armed conflict. The women will be working the loom, spinning and processing flax. The men will be working with wood and working in the fields. Tea will be served in the parlor and hearth cooking will take place in the kitchen.
| Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 11/09/13 | Newtown Square |
Christmas on the FarmPresented by Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation December 7, 2013 Get into the Holiday Spirit with us!
Last chance to visit with the Plantation in 2012
Farmhouse decorated
Byers Choice "Farmer and Farmer's wife" available for purchase! Limited Edition carolers!
Free Tea Tasting
Gingerbread cookies and colonial hot chocolate for sale
Children may make a cloth doll tree ornament and a pine cone bird seed ornament for the yard
Father Christmas will visit between 12 and 3
Wassailing the... | Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 12/07/13 | Newtown Square |
Beast of a FeastPresented by Elmwood Park Zoo at Elmwood Park Zoo June 15, 2013 Join us for this unique celebration featuring the newest members of our animal family, two giant bull giraffes!
They are tall, they are fast and they have hooves bigger than dinner plates. They are one of nature’s most unique animals and on this night you can meet and feed them in person!
You’ll want to feed yourself as well, with delicious food from Maggiano’s, Seasons 52, and Zachary’s BBQ. Or raise a toast at any of the open bar... | Elmwood Park Zoo | 06/15/13 | Norristown |
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