Events
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Memorial Day Weekend Celebration
Presented by National Constitution Center at National Constitution Center May 26-May 28, 2012 This Memorial Day weekend, the National Constitution Center will celebrate the people and events of our nation’s past. The American flag will be raised each morning during a special ceremony at the Center. Guests are invited to join in this event to learn proper flag raising protocol.
During the special program “Memorials: How a Nation Remembers” at 10 am, Noon and 2 pm, visitors will learn about monuments across the country, including Little Bighorn, the U.S.S....
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National Constitution Center |
05/26/12 -
05/28/12 |
National Constitution Center, Philadelphia |
NarbArt Guitar Show
Presented by Sweet Mabel at Downtown Narberth May 4-May 31, 2012 A month-long showcase of guitar art (playable and non-playable) by local artists. Look for decorated guitars in store windows throughout downtown Narberth, PA, and come for live music on First Friday, May 4th. Brought to you by Sweet Mabel Gallery and Danny's Guitar Shop.
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Sweet Mabel |
05/04/12 -
05/31/12 |
Downtown Narberth, Narberth |
Senior Art Exhibit at Independence Visitors Center
Presented by Independence Visitor Center at Independence Visitor Center May 1-May 31, 2012 One of the four Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) exhibits to showcase the achievements and creativity of older artists. The public is invited to view the art. The exhibit will be on display for the entire month of May.
Gallery hours: Everyday 8:30am - 7:00pm
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Independence Visitor Center |
05/01/12 -
05/31/12 |
Independence Visitor Center, Philadelphia |
Flea Market - Washington Memorial Chapel
Presented by Washington Memorial Chapel at Washington Memorial Chapel June 2, 2012 Outdoor flea market featuring crafts, antiques, attic treasuers, books, jewlery, food and much much more. Located in Valley Forge Park on Route 23 at Washington Memorial Chapel.
Vendors welcome. Visit website for details.
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Washington Memorial Chapel |
06/02/12 |
Washington Memorial Chapel, Valley Forge |
Spring Bird Migration
Presented by Montgomery County Department of Parks and Heritage Services at Norristown Farm Park May 5-June 2, 2012 The spring migration of songbirds will be in full swing now. Join an expert birder to search the forest and fields for native birdlife. Many birds are just passing through on their way to northern breeding grounds. You will be able to see flycatchers, vireos, and warblers as well as non-migrating species.
For ages 7 and up.
Meet in parking lot #2.
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Montgomery County Department of Parks and Heritage Services |
05/05/12 -
06/02/12 |
Norristown Farm Park, E. Norriton |
Maniac Magee Day
Presented by Norristown Municipality at Elmwood Park Band Shell June 2, 2012 Author Jerry Spinelli’s famous 11-year-old wonder boy Maniac Magee, from his Newbery Award-winning children’s parable about racism and ignorance, comes to life Saturday, June 2, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. throughout Elmwood Park in Norristown.
As part of the Norristown Bicentennial, this celebration of native son Spinelli will feature 20 local middle-school-age actors, trained at Iron Age Theater and Centre Theater through a 21st Century grant after school program. The...
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Norristown Municipality |
06/02/12 |
Elmwood Park Band Shell, Norristown |
Peddler's Village Fine Arts & Contemporary Crafts Show 2012
Presented by Peddler's Village at Peddler's Village June 2-June 3, 2012 A juried outdoor exhibition featuring a variety of original artwork including paintings, drawings, photographs, sculpture and contemporary crafts. Prizes awarded in three categories: Fine Art, Contemporary Crafts and Photography. Live entertainment and children's activities.
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Peddler's Village |
06/02/12 -
06/03/12 |
Peddler's Village, Lahaska |
Pennypacker Mills Civil War Reunion
Presented by Pennypacker Mills at Pennypacker Mills June 2-June 3, 2012 This is the weekend where one of Montgomery County's most treasured historic sites transforms into a Civil War era encampment and you are invited to live the moment!
Throughout the two-day experience, see hundreds of Civil War reenactors and living historians portray military units and civilian organizations who had vital roles in the war. Lively artillery demonstrations and daily battles punctuate a fascinating look at this moment in our nation's history. On the Civilian Street...
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Pennypacker Mills |
06/02/12 -
06/03/12 |
Pennypacker Mills, Schwenksville |
Ursinus College Annual Student Art Exhibition
Presented by Ursinus College - Berman Museum of Art at Ursinus College - Berman Museum of Art April 18-June 3, 2012 The Student Exhibition 2012 at the Philip and Muriel Berman Museum of Art opens April 18th, with an opening reception from 3-5 pm. The public is welcome. An award ceremony is slated for 4:30 pm in the Main Gallery, with an “afterparty” in the Ritter Art Studio Gallery from 5-7 pm. Refreshments will be supported in part by the Art Exhibitionists.
This annual exhibition showcases the work of art students and majors in the disciplines of painting, drawing, printmaking,...
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Ursinus College - Berman Museum of Art |
04/18/12 -
06/03/12 |
Ursinus College - Berman Museum of Art, Collegeville |
Montgomery County Artist Subject of Berman Museum Exhibition at Ursinus College
Presented by Ursinus College - Berman Museum of Art at Ursinus College - Berman Museum of Art April 12-June 3, 2012 Harry Bertoia, Four Decades of Drawings, will be on view at the Lenfest Gallery in the Berman Museum of Art at Ursinus College through June 3rd. The public is welcome at a reception and Gallery Talk on May 9th at 6 pm in the Museum.
Harry Bertoia, born in Italy in 1915, was a resident of Barto, PA, near Pottstown, where he created his well-known “tonal” sounding sculptures and designed furniture for Knoll, International.
His early studies at the...
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Ursinus College - Berman Museum of Art |
04/12/12 -
06/03/12 |
Ursinus College - Berman Museum of Art, Collegeville |
Journeys Backyard Barbeque Tour
Presented by Sandbox Marketing at King of Prussia Mall June 9, 2012 Free action sports and music tour outside King of Prussia Mall. Top X Games stars and Metal Mulisha stars will fly through the air in gravity-defying demonstrations of the best of skateboard, BMX and freestyle motocross in a 60,000 square-foot “action sports playground.” Free headliner concerts and Battle of the Bands for local acts. Interactive “FunZone” with free giveaways.
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Sandbox Marketing |
06/09/12 |
King of Prussia Mall, King of Prussia |
Summer Fun in the Creek
Presented by Montgomery County Department of Parks and Heritage Services at Lorimer Park June 10, 2012 Come and explore Harper's Run and the Pennypack Creek just like you did when you were a kid. What species of fish and aquatic insects live there? We'll use seine nets and containers to catch a few specimens for identification. Everything will be released unharmed. Prepare to get wet! Wear water shoes that aren't slippery or old sneakers. No flip-flops!
For adults and children ages 5 and up. Meet in the parking lot.
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Montgomery County Department of Parks and Heritage Services |
06/10/12 |
Lorimer Park, Huntingdon Valley |
Poplar Culture: The Celebration of a Tree
Presented by Wharton Esherick Museum at Historic Yellow Springs May 21-June 10, 2012 The show features the work of more than 40 contemporary woodworkers honoring famed wood artist Wharton Esherick with pieces crafted from a single tulip poplar tree that stood outside the door of Esherick’s Chester County studio.
Works on display vary from large pieces of furniture to small spoons; all are available for purchase during the show. Collectors will have an opportunity to own a piece of the studio’s history by purchasing these works of art. Proceeds from...
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Wharton Esherick Museum |
05/21/12 -
06/10/12 |
Historic Yellow Springs, Chester Springs |
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Greater Norristown Art League 70th Anniversary Exhibition
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Greater Norristown Art League |
05/14/12 -
06/15/12 |
Montgomery County Community College, Blue Bell |
Guided Tour: June Highlights
Presented by Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College at Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College June 16, 2012 Join Andrew Bunting, curator, for a free tour of the Scott Arboretum. Learn about the highlights of the garden in June. The tour will begin at the Scott Arboretum offices and is free and open to the public. In case of inclement weather, the tour will be canceled. For more information, please call the Scott Arboretum offices at 610-328-8025.
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Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College |
06/16/12 |
Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College, Swarthmore |
Ambler Arts Festival
Presented by Ambler Main Street at Ambler Main Street June 16, 2012 Ambler Main Street is pleased to announce the Ambler Arts Festival, 2012! You’re invited to share in a day filled with art, music, al fresco dining, and shopping in downtown Ambler on Butler Avenue. The Avenue will be closed to allow for artists to fill the streets and for you to spend a relaxing day in the arts and crafts marketplace. The festival will feature a wonderful array of artists including watercolors, oils, sculpture, wood work, jewelry, photography, pottery and much...
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Ambler Main Street |
06/16/12 |
Ambler Main Street, Ambler |
Beautiful Boy - Community Matters
Presented by People's Light and Theatre Company at People's Light and Theatre Company - Main Stage May 30-June 24, 2012 This first play by actor/director Pete Pryor earned him an Independence Fellowship. At around 18 months of age, Pete’s son was diagnosed with ASD, Autism Spectrum Disorder. This two-person impressionistic piece follows a family on its journey from the fearful time of diagnosis to finding an approach and a home program. Scenes of a father dealing with work, travel, and a myriad of therapeutic approaches are inter cut with glimpses of his family’s life and a look at the community...
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People's Light and Theatre Company |
05/30/12 -
06/24/12 |
People's Light and Theatre Company - Main Stage, Malvern |
Peddler's Village Celebration of Freedom 2012
Presented by Peddler's Village at Peddler's Village June 30, 2012 Join us for our 9th Annual Celebration of Freedom. Live entertainment, children's activities and picnic-style favorites await you at this patriotic event. Fireworks Display at 9:15 pm.
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Peddler's Village |
06/30/12 |
Peddler's Village, Lahaska |
Guided Tour: Green Roof
Presented by Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College at Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College June 30, 2012 Learn about the inner workings, benefits, and beauty of green roofs while exploring the three at the Arboretum. Please note the level of difficulty on these tours is higher than others offered; a brisk walk and several steps are required to reach the final roof. Children under the age of 12 are not permitted on the roofs.
The tour will begin at the Scott Arboretum Offices and is free and open to the public. In case of inclement weather, the tour will be canceled. For more...
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Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College |
06/30/12 |
Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College, Swarthmore |
July 4th Picnic in the Park
Presented by The Encampment Store at Valley Forge National Historical Park at Valley Forge National Historical Park July 4, 2012 Celebrate our Nation's birthday at Valley Forge National Historical Park with family fun, games & activities! Meet Thomas Jefferson and sign the Declaration of Indepedence. Learn to march like a soldier and experience musket and cannon demonstrations.
Free event with prizes and raffles, food is available for purchase.
90-minute trolley tours runs at 10 am, Noon, 2 pm and 4 pm, please call for pricing and reservations.
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The Encampment Store at Valley Forge National Historical Park |
07/04/12 |
Valley Forge National Historical Park, King of Prussia |
July 4th Picnic in the Park
Presented by The Encampment Store at Valley Forge National Historical Park at Valley Forge National Historical Park July 4, 2012 Celebrate our nation's birthday at Valley Forge National Historical Park with family fun, games & activities! Meet Thomas Jefferson and sign the Declaration of Indepedence. Learn to march like a soldier and experience musket and cannon demonstrations.
Free event with prizes and raffles, food is available for purchase.
90-minute trolley tours run at 10 am, Noon, 2 pm and 4 pm. Please call for pricing and reservations.
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The Encampment Store at Valley Forge National Historical Park |
07/04/12 |
Valley Forge National Historical Park, King of Prussia |
Fireflies: Nature's Fireworks
Presented by Montgomery County Department of Parks and Heritage Services at Norristown Farm Park July 7, 2012 Come for an evening to discover the world of fireflies or lightning bugs (which are neither flies or bugs). Learn about their amazing behavior and life cycle. The program begins just before dusk and ends just after dusk, so bring a flashlight.
For ages: 6 to adults. Pre-registration by phone is required.
Meet in the pavilion parking lot.
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Montgomery County Department of Parks and Heritage Services |
07/07/12 |
Norristown Farm Park, E. Norriton |
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Birds for Kids
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Montgomery County Department of Parks and Heritage Services |
07/08/12 |
Norristown Farm Park, E. Norriton |
Creek Critters
Presented by Montgomery County Department of Parks and Heritage Services at Norristown Farm Park July 8, 2012 Come out to explore Kepner Creek. We'll collect and classify aquatic insects and use seine nets to catch fish. Wear old sneakers for going into the water or water shoes with heel straps. No rain boots please!
Ages: 6 to adult. Pre-registration is required by phone.
Meet in parking lot #3 by the kiosk.
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Montgomery County Department of Parks and Heritage Services |
07/08/12 |
Norristown Farm Park, E. Norriton |
Our Town
Presented by Commonwealth Classic Theatre Company at Abington Art Center July 12, 2012 Our Town by Thornton Wilder
Directed by Allen Radway
In its 8th year of bringing free rheatre to the Greater Philadelphia area, Commonwealth Classic Theatre Company will provide audiences with a production that bears the hallmarks of the thoroughly established CCTC style: energy, accessibility, clarity, passion, and heart. Our Town, in its celebration of the everyday moments of life, is truly a reflection of all that is glorious and fragile in being alive....
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Commonwealth Classic Theatre Company |
07/12/12 |
Abington Art Center, Jenkintown |
Bastille Day
Presented by Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site at Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site July 14, 2012 It's one of Philadelphia’s most popular summertime events! Eastern State Penitentiary teams with Philadelphia cabaret act The Bearded Ladies and local businesses for a playful reenactment of the Storming of the Bastille (influenced more by Monty Python than the French Revolution), followed by a French-themed street party. Come early and take a tour of Eastern State, or stay late and take a 25-minute evening tour following the reenactment.
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Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site |
07/14/12 |
Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site, Philadelphia |
Butterflies and Bugs
Presented by Montgomery County Department of Parks and Heritage Services at Lorimer Park July 15, 2012 Come and explore the fascinating world of insects. We'll provide bug boxes with magnifying lenses and field guides. Learn the names and special adaptations of these amazing creatures.
For ages 3-adult. Pre-registration is required.
Meet by the ranger hut.
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Montgomery County Department of Parks and Heritage Services |
07/15/12 |
Lorimer Park, Huntingdon Valley |
This is the Way We Wash the Clothes!
Presented by Pennypacker Mills at Pennypacker Mills July 21, 2012 Washing clothes by hand outside in the summer is quite fun. One hundred years ago however, all kinds of improvements were developed to make doing laundry less work. Visit Pennypacker Mills and get some hands-on experience trying various laundry devices and take a tour of the mansion too!
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Pennypacker Mills |
07/21/12 |
Pennypacker Mills, Schwenksville |
Guided Tour: Summer Highlights
Presented by Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College at Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College July 21, 2012 Join Andrew Bunting, curator, for a free tour of the Scott Arboretum. Enjoy the splendor of summer blooms in the garden. The tour will begin at the Scott Arboretum offices and is free and open to the public. In case of inclement weather, the tour will be canceled.
For more information, please call the Scott Arboretum offices at 610-328-8025.
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Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College |
07/21/12 |
Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College, Swarthmore |
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A Peek in the Creek
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Montgomery County Department of Parks and Heritage Services |
07/29/12 |
Peter Wentz Farmstead, Worcester |