Events
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Organization |
Dates |
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Valley Forge National Historical Park Trolley Tours
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The Encampment Store at Valley Forge National Historical Park |
05/25/12 -
09/03/12 |
Valley Forge National Historical Park, King of Prussia |
#14 Boathouse Row / 150 Years...Then and Now
Presented by Philadelphia Girls' Rowing Club June 2, 2012 The oldest building on Boathouse Row will celebrate its 150th anniversary, and special guests include the entire crew from the 1967 “Vichy Eight," which was the first US women’s crew to compete internationally, in the European Women’s Rowing Championships, the top competition at that time! The commemorative event, aptly named 150 years . . . then and now, will be held at #14 Boathouse Row (14 Kelly Drive). The event is hosted by the Philadelphia Girls’ Rowing... |
Philadelphia Girls' Rowing Club |
06/02/12 |
#14 Boathouse Row, Philadelphia |
11th Annual Remembrance Ceremony
Presented by 9-11 Memorial Garden of Reflection at 9-11 Memorial Garden of Reflection September 11, 2012 The Remembrance Ceremony commemorating the 11th year will honor and remember all the lives lost during the attacks on our nation The ceremony marking the chronological events will feature music, prayers, speakers and official honors All are invited to attend. Limited seating and accommodations for disabled will be provided The Garden of Reflection stands as an uplifting remembrance and beacon of hope to all 2,973 who are not with us today. |
9-11 Memorial Garden of Reflection |
09/11/12 |
9-11 Memorial Garden of Reflection, Yardley |
14th Annual Schuylkill River Sojourn
Presented by Schuylkill River National State and Heritage Area at Schuylkill River National State and Heritage Area June 2-June 8, 2012 The 14th Annual Schuylkill River Sojourn is a seven-day, 112-mile guided canoe/kayak trip that will take about 200 paddlers down the river, beginning in Schuylkill Haven on Saturday, June 2nd and ending at Philadelphia’s Boat House Row on Friday, June 8th. Participants register for the entire event or as little as one day, camping out in parks along the way. The public is invited to programs at evening campsites. Evening stops include Port Clinton, Muhlenberg Township, Gibraltar,... |
Schuylkill River National State and Heritage Area |
06/02/12 -
06/08/12 |
Schuylkill River National State and Heritage Area, Pottstown |
17th Annual Arts in the Park Juried Craft Show & Festival
Presented by Friends of High School Park at High School Park June 3, 2012 17th Annual Arts in the Park Juried Craft Show and Festival is held in lovely High School Park in Elkins Park. Features 50 artisans, live music all day, plant sale, food & refreshments, raffle prizes and children’s crafts & activities. Proceeds benefit the ongoing native plant restoration in the park's 11 acres. High School & Montgomery Roads, Elkins Park. 215-782-8082.Rain date 6/10) 10am-5pm.
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Friends of High School Park |
06/03/12 |
High School Park, Elkins Park |
19th Annual New Hope Historical Society Garden Tour
Presented by New Hope Historical Society at Parry Mansion at Parry Mansion June 2, 2012 Six beautiful, diverse, private Bucks County gardens will be featured on this popular garden tour. Full color brochure with pictures and description of each garden, map and easy directions included. Garden rewards bags stuffed with gifts and offers from national partners and local sponsors are available to the first 500 ticket holders. Free admission to the Parry Mansion Museum where tickets will be available on tour day. Commemorative limited edition crystal daisy stretch ring designed by... |
New Hope Historical Society at Parry Mansion |
06/02/12 |
Parry Mansion, New Hope |
2012 Antique & Classic Car Show
Presented by Newtown Business Association at Newtown Main Streets July 15, 2012 Open to all Cars - Trucks - Street Rods - Sport Cars & Muscle Cars up to Model Year 1987. Judging By Fellow Car Owners - Special Gifts - Hourly Prize Drawings. Trophy to Best Car in Show / Special Marque Trophies and Trophies for each of the following 12 classes: 1900-1927; 1928-1942; 1943-1954; 1955-1964; 1965-1971; 1972-1987; Muscle Cars; Special Interest; Trucks; Sports Cars; Street Rods; Corvettes. Space limited to 200 cars on a... |
Newtown Business Association |
07/15/12 |
Newtown Main Streets, Newtown |
2012 Delaware Canal Festival New Hope Canal Crawl
Presented by Friends of Delaware Canal Locktender's House at New Hope, Bucks County June 23, 2012 Join us in beautiful, downtown New Hope Borough to celebrate the 2012 Delaware Canal Festival at New Hope's Canal Crawl! With your purchase of a $10.00 wristband, you'll gain entry to three of New Hope's great restaurants- Villa Vito, Havana and the Logan Inn, and one amazing B&B - The Stephan House. Not only will you enjoy tasty treats at each of the restaurants and have a fantastic view of New Hope from the Stephan House rooftop deck, but you'll be supporting a great cause too!... |
Friends of Delaware Canal Locktender's House |
06/23/12 |
New Hope, Bucks County, New Hope |
2012 MANAYUNK ARTS FESTIVAL
Presented by Manayunk Development Corporation at Main Street - Manayunk June 23-June 24, 2012 The 2012 Manayunk Arts Festival in Manayunk in northwest Philadelphia is the tri-state region's largest outdoor, juried arts festival. This year, the Arts Fest is celebrating 21 years of presenting the highest quality fine arts and crafts from across the country to as many as 300,000 collectors, buyers, and designers who will visit Main Street, Manayunk for the two-day event. Visit www.manayunk.com for more information. |
Manayunk Development Corporation |
06/23/12 -
06/24/12 |
Main Street - Manayunk, Philadelphia |
2012 National Trails Day
Presented by Delaware and Lehigh National Heritage Corridor at Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve June 2, 2012 Join other trail enthusiasts and dog lovers for a leisurely, educational walk along the picturesque Delaware Canal Towpath to celebrate National Trails Day. Delaware Canal State Park Environmental Education Specialist Sarah Berg will lead the walk, pointing out and identifying local wildlife along the canal.
Each four-legged participant will receive a "Get your tail on the D&L Trail" bandana. The walk begins approximately 2 miles south of New Hope Borough at the... |
Delaware and Lehigh National Heritage Corridor |
06/02/12 |
Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve, New Hope |
21st Annual Ukrainian Folk Festival
Presented by Ukrainian American Sport Center at Ukrainian American Sport Center August 26, 2012 Exciting, spectacular, dazzling, breathtaking, exhilarating, spirited, soulful, enchanting, captivating, and intriguing – modest words which describe but by no means capture the essence of Ukrainian folk art, music, and dance. From the rich color and deep symbolism of the delicate “pysanka” (Ukrainian Easter Egg) to the thunderous, climatic, power, rhythm and strength of “HOPAK” – the world’s most exciting ethnic dance, and every brilliant... |
Ukrainian American Sport Center |
08/26/12 |
Ukrainian American Sport Center, Horsham |
25th Anniversary Celebration of Bellevue Concerts
Presented by Bellevue State Park at Bellevue State Park July 10, 2012 Help celebrate 25 years of concerts at the Bellevue Bandshell with Jimmy and the Parrots, a Jimmy Buffett cover band. There will be entertainment for children as well as local food vendors at the celebration. |
Bellevue State Park |
07/10/12 |
Bellevue State Park, Wilmington |
2nd Annual Labor Day Concert
Presented by Lower Makefield Township Veterans Committee at Veterans Square Park September 3, 2012 Join us for a second year with the semi-professional band organized by Frank Mazzeo, Pennsbury School District Instrumental Music Coordinator. The members play professionally, teach in the school district, or are graduates of the Pennsbury music program. The Veterans Committee is planning food and other family entertainment for our Labor Day event. In the event of rain, the Labor Day concert will be held at the Masonic Lodge diagonally across from Veterans Square Park. |
Lower Makefield Township Veterans Committee |
09/03/12 |
Veterans Square Park, Lower Makefield |
36th Annual Market Day
Presented by Newtown Historic Association, Inc. at Court Inn / The Half Moon Inn October 6, 2012 For over three decades the Newtown Historic Association has had Market Day. This custom revives an old harvest season tradition in Newtown, where long ago, local farmers brought their crops to town to sell and enjoy a day of festivities and contests that culminated with a horse race down State Street. There are over 50 crafters, demonstrators and artists coming with a wide variety of interesting crafts, from bee keeping, quilting, rug braiding, spinning, fine arts, photography and... |
Newtown Historic Association, Inc. |
10/06/12 |
Court Inn / The Half Moon Inn, Newtown |
3rd Annual Car Show & Family Fun Day
Presented by Rotary International District 7450 Area 1 at Bensalem Township High School June 30, 2012 Wear your best 50's outfits! Fun for the whole family including vendors, rides, games, crafts, Bensalem K-9 Unit Shows, Bensalem Motor Patrol Bikes, local Fire Trucks and great food. Contests include Jitter Bug Contest, Elvis Look Alike Contest, Hula Hoop Contest. 98.1 WOGL will be on site playing music and giving out prizes from 10am - 3pm. Trophies and special awards for "Best Of" classes including, best 50s,60s,70s, best category awards... |
Rotary International District 7450 Area 1 |
06/30/12 |
Bensalem Township High School, Bensalem |
4th Annual Farm to Table
Presented by Heritage Conservancy at Lindsay Farm August 4, 2012 Locally grown food prepared by acclaimed chefs from Earl’s Bucks County and served in a rustic and picturesque outdoor setting. Proceeds benefit Heritage Conservancy’s mission of preserving our region’s natural and historic heritage. Sells out every year! Register today! |
Heritage Conservancy |
08/04/12 |
Lindsay Farm , Warminster |
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4th Annual Flea Market
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Lower Makefield Township Veterans Committee |
06/09/12 |
Veterans Square Park, Lower Makefield |
4th Annual Walk for Lupus Now Delaware
Presented by Lupus Foundation of America - Philadelphia Tri-State Chapter at Wilmington Waterfront - Dravo Plaza June 24, 2012 Walk for Lupus Now® is the signature event of the Lupus Foundation of America, Inc. In more than 65 cities across America, thousands of people walk to make a difference in the lives of those affected by lupus and to raise essential funds for research, education, and support services.
It is estimated that 1.5 million Americans and nearly 5,000 in Delaware have a form of lupus. Lupus is an acute and chronic (lifelong) autoimmune disease in which the immune system is... |
Lupus Foundation of America - Philadelphia Tri-State Chapter |
06/24/12 |
Wilmington Waterfront - Dravo Plaza, Wilmington |
4th Annual Walk/5K Run for Peggy Spiegler (PSMRF)
Presented by PSMRF.org June 23, 2012 4th Annual walk/5K run (USTA certified) for Peggy Spiegler (PSMRF). Featuring raffles, kids' run, facepainting and music. Register by June 1st and receive a free event T-shirt. All proceeds to benefit melanoma research and education.
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PSMRF.org |
06/23/12 |
Cooper River Park, Pennsauken |
4UDrew Car Show & Festival
Presented by 4UDrew - Richard Andrew Panettieri Foundation August 5, 2012 4UDrew's third annual car show and festival is to support area soup kitchens and a scholarship fund. All types of cars, trucks, and motocycles and vendors are encouraged to join. The public can enjoy an afternoon at Doylestown Central Park to marvel over the variety of vehicles and to engage in the different vendors and of course enjoy some food. Door prizes, raffles, trophies and deejayed music are all part of the day.
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4UDrew - Richard Andrew Panettieri Foundation |
08/05/12 |
Doylestown Central Park, Doylestown |
55th Annual New Hope Automobile Show
Presented by New Hope-Solebury Community Association at New Hope-Solebury High School August 11-August 12, 2012 This 55 year old two day show featuring a different roster of cars each day showcases classic automobiles and motorcycles. Featuring a live music, delicious food and vendors this is a show you must see. Following the show be sure to visit downtown New Hope to shop, dine and stay overnight in one of our treasured B&B's!
The New Hope Automobile Show has become a showplace for the magnificent antique and classic automobiles that compete. This year the show is limited to just... |
New Hope-Solebury Community Association |
08/11/12 -
08/12/12 |
New Hope-Solebury High School, New Hope |
64th Annual Middletown Grange Fair
Presented by Middletown Grange at Middletown Grange Fairgounds August 5-August 19, 2012 Since 1949, features fun for the entire family including children's activities, entertainment, rides, music, commercial vendors, exhibits. plus a wide variety of food and attractions. This year the admittance fee will be $10 per day per vehicle (as many occupants that fit). Sunday admittance fee will be only $5 and veterans will be admitted for free on Sunday. A 5 day pass is also available for $30. The daily pass will allow your vehicle multiple entries throughout the day in which it... |
Middletown Grange |
08/05/12 -
08/19/12 |
Middletown Grange Fairgounds, Wrightstown |
6th Annual Chester County Hospital Polo Cup
Presented by Turks Head Women's Auxiliary to the Chester County Hospital June 10, 2012 Save the date for divot-stomping, family-friendly fun at the 6th annual Chester County Hospital Polo Cup. Festivities begin at 1:30 pm, Polo match at 3 pm. Kids activities, silent auction/raffle drawings, hat contest. Enjoy the match while tailgating at the Brandywine Polo Club, Toughkenamon, PA. |
Turks Head Women's Auxiliary to the Chester County Hospital |
06/10/12 |
Brandywine Polo Club, Toughkenamon |
6th Annual Phyzz Phest
Presented by Physick House at Physick House July 7, 2012 Sixth Annual Philly Phyzz Phest
Landmarks Celebrates “Soda’s Pop”
To celebrate Dr. Physick’s life, achievements and contributions to Philadelphia history, Landmarks will host a day of fun and activities for the whole family. The festival will be held in the garden of the Physick house; the only freestanding federal-styled mansion remaining in Society Hill, built in 1786 by Henry Hill.
Admission to the Philly Phyzz Phest is FREE and includes: |
Physick House |
07/07/12 |
Physick House, Philadelphia |
81st June Rittenhouse Square Fine Art Show
Presented by Rittenhouse Square Fine Arts Association at Rittenhouse Square June 1-June 3, 2012 Outdoor art show of only original artwork. There are no reproductions or functional work at this show. Exceptional fine art only. This show brings together over 140 regional and nationally recognized artists, along with 20 area emerging art students, in one of the city's most historic and beautiful parks.
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Rittenhouse Square Fine Arts Association |
06/01/12 -
06/03/12 |
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia |
8th September Rittenhouse Square Fine Art Show
Presented by Rittenhouse Square Fine Arts Association at Rittenhouse Square September 14-September 16, 2012 Outdoor art show featuring the original artwork of over 140 regional and nationally recognized professional artists and over 20 emerging student artists from local schools. There are no reproductions or functional art exhibited or sold at this event. Held in beautiful and historic Rittenhouse Square, this is one art event you won't want to miss. |
Rittenhouse Square Fine Arts Association |
09/14/12 -
09/16/12 |
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia |
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9th Annual Italian Heritage Festival of Gloucester County
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Gloucester County Italian Heritage Commission |
09/30/12 |
RiverWinds Amphitheater, West Deptford |
A Midsummer Night's Dream
Presented by Delaware Shakespeare Festival at Rockwood Museum July 13-July 28, 2012 Celebrating its 10th Anniversary, Delaware Shakespeare Festival presents Shakespeare's most magical comedy. During an enchanting forest night, a fairy king and queen duel for supremacy, young lovers fall wildly out of and into love, and the world's worst acting troupe puts on a remarkable show. With music and dance, comedy and romance, this is the perfect play for an outdoor summer night. Bring a picnic and your own chair and be a part of a delightful Delaware summer tradition. |
Delaware Shakespeare Festival |
07/13/12 -
07/28/12 |
Rockwood Museum, Wilmington |
A Peek in the Creek
Presented by Peter Wentz Farmstead at Peter Wentz Farmstead July 29, 2012 Join us for an in-depth look at the aquatic wildlife of the Zacharias Creek. There are many fascinating species of invertebrates, fish, and birds at the creek. Expect to get wet. Old sneakers or water-proof shoes are required.
Ages: 5 and up; Pre-registration required.
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Peter Wentz Farmstead |
07/29/12 |
Peter Wentz Farmstead, Worcester |
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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 |
