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Oct26Fri
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Storytime at Big Blue Marble10:15 am – 11:30 am
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Big Blue Marble Bookstore
551 Carpenter LaneKids Storytime is held at the Big Blue Marble Bookstore, every Friday morning at 10:30 a.m. It is free. For more information visit www.bigbluemarblebooks.com/events or call 215-8544-1870.
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Halloween frightful tales at Stagecrafters for kids12:15 pm – 1:15 pm
Halloween Frightful Tales
The Stagecrafters theater
8130 Germantown Ave.
Choose from three performances… Fri. Oct. 26, 7 p.m. or Sat. Oct. 27 , 2 p.m. or 7 p.m.
Dramatic readings of hair-raising hair-raising stories, classic and contemporary. A mystery magic show. Costume contests with prizes — kids receive complimentary treats. Saturday matinee more suited to ages 3-to-6; evening shows geared to ages 6-to-12.
Adults $6. (Ages 12 or under free, children must be accompanied by an adult). Tickets at the door. Reservations strongly suggested.
For more information call 215-247-8881. or go www.thestagecrafters.org.
12:15 pmHalloween frightful tales at Stagecrafters for kids -
Harry Potter Conference3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Chestnut Hill College, St. Joseph Hall
9601 Germantown Ave.Chestnut Hill College will host an academic conference on “Harry Potter: Reflections on the Major Themes in J.K. Rowling’s Literature” on Friday in the Rotunda, St. Joseph Hall. The conference is an academic outlet for students, faculty and other scholars to present papers/research related to the “Harry Potter book series. This conference brings a scholarly component to the Harry Potter Weekend and the 3rd Annual Philadelphia Brotherly Love Quidditch Cup Tournament. The conference is free and open to the public, although registering is encouraged.
3:00 pmHarry Potter Conference -
Haunts & Hops’ at Finally Friday5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
5:30 p.m.
Celebrate Halloween and fall beer in Mt. Airy on October 26 with a special “Haunts & Hops” themed Final-ly Friday, showcasing a special ghost story hour from Historic Germanton, a preview of their “Ghosts of the Great Road” tour. Also enjoy local artisans, food, businesses and more, starting at 5:30 p.m. The ghost story hour will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the corner of East Durham Street and Germantown Ave. It is presented by Historic Germantown. For more information visit http://gomtairy.com/events/final-ly-friday.html
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Halloween fun for kids at Schuylkill Center’s beautiful woodlands6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The Schuylkill Center has something for everyone.
6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
8480 Hagy’s Mill Rd.
The Schuylkill Center in Upper Roxborough invites children of all ages to Halloween Hikes and Hayrides, a Halloween adventure in the Schuylkill Center’s beautiful woodlands — a night hike, a hayride, roasted s’mores and nocturnal animals like owls and red foxes in their natural habitat, Friday, Oct. 26, and Saturday, Oct. 27, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Pre-registration is required. Call 215-482-7300 ex. 110.
6:00 pmHalloween fun for kids at Schuylkill Center’s beautiful woodlands -
Final Concert at Mt. Airy Station7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The final Mt Airy Train Station Concert of the season will feature Picturesque, an indie rock band from Reading, featuring Mt. Airy bass player Mark Chandler White, for a free concert on Friday, October 26, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Gowen Ave. and Devon St.
The band has just released its first CD, all original songs written by singer/songwriter Nicholas Homa and these songs can be previewed at the band’s website, http://www.thepicturesque.net/
live/ Opening for Picturesque is local singer/songwriter Tague Wilkins featuring an acoustic set of his own compositions. This is an outdoor concert, bring lawn chairs or blankets and a picnic. Rain date is Saturday, October 27 same time. For more information call 215-242-0854 or visit WalkaCrookedMileBooks.com.
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‘Great Pumpkin’ Movie at Video Library7:30 pm – 8:00 pm
7:30 p.m.
The Little Theater at Video Library
7141 Germantown Ave.The Little Theater at Video Library, 7141 Germantown Avenue, will screen the 25-minute children’s classic “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown,” at 7:30 pm on Friday, October 26. $1 per ticket. For information call 215-247-3020.
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Ballroom Dancing For Mission7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
The Presbyterian Church of Chestnut Hill
8855 Germantown Ave.This evening of dance and music features Strait Sax, a fabulous saxophone quartet, and Joe Flanagan on his magical keyboard. Dance the night away or sit back and enjoy the music. Ladies, look your loveliest, gents, wear a jacket and tie. Wine, soda and snacks will be provided. $30 per person. All proceeds will go to the mission fund. Get your tickets early as only 100 will be available. Buy tickets by calling the church office at 215-247-8855 or Jack Loughridge at 610-828-5700. For more information, call 215-247-8855 or visit www.chestnuthillpres.org.
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Teen Center Open Friday nights7:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Teen Center
105 Bethlehem Pike
The Teen Center located directly across from the Chestnut Hill East Train station is open every Friday night from 7:30 to 10:30 pm for 12-15 year olds. The Teen Center is now open for High School Students on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of every month from 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm. The Center is staffed by a young adult who has his/her clearances. Special Events include: Games, Movies, Drumming, Nintendo Wii, Live music and Open Mic nights. Some Fridays are just TGIF nights to hang with friends. There is free access to the Teen Center with a $25 yearly membership. All teens are admitted with a $5 guest fee charge.
7:30 pmTeen Center Open Friday nights -
Public Skate at Wissahickon Skating Club8:30 pm – 10:30 pm
8:30 p.m. -10:30 p.m.
Wissahickon Skating Club
550 W. Willow Grove Ave.Wissahickon Skating Club will be holding an open public skate time for those interested in taking to the ice. Admission is $9 and skate rentals are $3. Visit http://www.wissskating.com for more information.
8:30 pmPublic Skate at Wissahickon Skating Club
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Oct27Sat
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Gently-Used kids clothing sale at Plymouth Meeting Friends School9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Plymouth Meeting Friends School
2150 Bulter Pike Plymouth Meeting
http://www.pmfs1780.org
Head on over to Plymouth Meeting Friends School to check out the Gently Used Kids Clothing Sale on Saturday, October 27 and Sunday, October 28 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
9:00 amGently-Used kids clothing sale at Plymouth Meeting Friends School -
Germantown White House Tours10:00 am – 4:00 pm
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The Germantown White House
5442 Germantown Ave.The oldest official presidential residence in the United States will be open for visitors from Friday, Sept. 14 through Sunday, October 28. The Germantown White House is part of Independence National Historical Park and is free and open to the public on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
For more information visit www.friendsofindependence.org or call 215-861-4971. For more information about the house and tours, visit www.nps.gov/demo.
10:00 amGermantown White House Tours -
Magic themed straw maze at Woodmere Art Museum10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Runs until Nov. 9
Woodmere Art Museum
9201 Germantown Ave.The Woodmere Art Museum presents its Fall 2012 straw maze “Diagon Alley.” Hours are Fridays, 6–8 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m.–6 p.m., and Sundays 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Families welcome; ages 4–11 with adult $8 per child ($6 members); $20 for families of three or more ($18 members).
The maze will be open until October 28. The theme for the 2012 maze draws inspiration from the Harry Potter series. Diagon Alley is a cobbled wizarding alley and shopping area located in London behind a pub called the Leaky Cauldron. Inside the alley is an assortment of shops where wands, charms, and all items on the Hogwarts supply list can be bought. Visitors will find everything a wizard needs to cast spells. 850 lb. bales have been arranged in concentric squares, nesting one inside the other.At the perimeter, bales are stacked to create post and lintel portals for access to magic markets. Beyond the portals is the “commitment wall” – a diaphanous honeycomb wall of straw bales intended to challenge the visitor. At the center of the maze resides a mystical red sphere. Seek-and-find activities will also be available to guide visitors through the maze.
Magical art-making activities will be held Fridays, 6-7 p.m., and Saturdays, 2-4 p.m. They are free and include: September 14–15, Wizard Hats; September 21–22, Magic Wands; September 28–29, Cloaks of Invisibility; October 5–6, Wizard Hats; October 12–13, Hogwarts Castle; October 19–20, Magic Book; October 26–28, Harry Potter Weekend, including Tri-Wizard Tournament, Magic Wands, and Treats from the Trolley.
For more information visit www.woodmereartmuseum.org.
10:00 amMagic themed straw maze at Woodmere Art Museum -
Halloween frightful tales at Stagecrafters for kids12:15 pm – 1:15 pm
Halloween Frightful Tales
The Stagecrafters theater
8130 Germantown Ave.
Choose from three performances… Fri. Oct. 26, 7 p.m. or Sat. Oct. 27 , 2 p.m. or 7 p.m.
Dramatic readings of hair-raising hair-raising stories, classic and contemporary. A mystery magic show. Costume contests with prizes — kids receive complimentary treats. Saturday matinee more suited to ages 3-to-6; evening shows geared to ages 6-to-12.
Adults $6. (Ages 12 or under free, children must be accompanied by an adult). Tickets at the door. Reservations strongly suggested.
For more information call 215-247-8881. or go www.thestagecrafters.org.
12:15 pmHalloween frightful tales at Stagecrafters for kids -
Open Guided Tour at the Morris Arboretum2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
2 p.m.
Morris Arboretum
100 E. Northwestern Ave.
There will be a portion of time for a free guided tour of the Morris Arboretum on Saturday afternoon, with the emphasis being determined by the various interests of those touring. Each tour is designed specifically to highlight a particular section of the arboretum, however, there is no itinerary. It is recommended that those who are touring for the first time select the general tour of the arboretum to get an over-all idea of what the gardens have to offer. This event is free with regular admission. For more information about the Morris Arboretum go to www.business-services.upenn.edu/arboretum/index.shtml
http://www.business-services.upenn.edu/arboretum/index.shtml
2:00 pmOpen Guided Tour at the Morris Arboretum -
Halloween fun for kids at Schuylkill Center’s beautiful woodlands6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The Schuylkill Center has something for everyone.
6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
8480 Hagy’s Mill Rd.
The Schuylkill Center in Upper Roxborough invites children of all ages to Halloween Hikes and Hayrides, a Halloween adventure in the Schuylkill Center’s beautiful woodlands — a night hike, a hayride, roasted s’mores and nocturnal animals like owls and red foxes in their natural habitat, Friday, Oct. 26, and Saturday, Oct. 27, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Pre-registration is required. Call 215-482-7300 ex. 110.
6:00 pmHalloween fun for kids at Schuylkill Center’s beautiful woodlands
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Oct28Sun
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Gently-Used kids clothing sale at Plymouth Meeting Friends School9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Plymouth Meeting Friends School
2150 Bulter Pike Plymouth Meeting
http://www.pmfs1780.org
Head on over to Plymouth Meeting Friends School to check out the Gently Used Kids Clothing Sale on Saturday, October 27 and Sunday, October 28 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
9:00 amGently-Used kids clothing sale at Plymouth Meeting Friends School -
Ping-Pong9:00 pm – 12:00 am
9 p.m.- 12 a.m.
Earth Bread and Brewery
7136 Germantown Ave.Earth Bread and Brewery will be hosting a night of fun and ping-pong at their place on Germantown Avenue in Mt. Airy. People of all skill sets and ages are encouraged to come play all night. Games will be absolutely free. Visit http://www.earthbreadbrewery.com/events.html for more fun events like this.
9:00 pmPing-Pong -
Germantown White House Tours10:00 am – 4:00 pm
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The Germantown White House
5442 Germantown Ave.The oldest official presidential residence in the United States will be open for visitors from Friday, Sept. 14 through Sunday, October 28. The Germantown White House is part of Independence National Historical Park and is free and open to the public on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
For more information visit www.friendsofindependence.org or call 215-861-4971. For more information about the house and tours, visit www.nps.gov/demo.
10:00 amGermantown White House Tours -
Magic themed straw maze at Woodmere Art Museum10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Runs until Nov. 9
Woodmere Art Museum
9201 Germantown Ave.The Woodmere Art Museum presents its Fall 2012 straw maze “Diagon Alley.” Hours are Fridays, 6–8 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m.–6 p.m., and Sundays 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Families welcome; ages 4–11 with adult $8 per child ($6 members); $20 for families of three or more ($18 members).
The maze will be open until October 28. The theme for the 2012 maze draws inspiration from the Harry Potter series. Diagon Alley is a cobbled wizarding alley and shopping area located in London behind a pub called the Leaky Cauldron. Inside the alley is an assortment of shops where wands, charms, and all items on the Hogwarts supply list can be bought. Visitors will find everything a wizard needs to cast spells. 850 lb. bales have been arranged in concentric squares, nesting one inside the other.At the perimeter, bales are stacked to create post and lintel portals for access to magic markets. Beyond the portals is the “commitment wall” – a diaphanous honeycomb wall of straw bales intended to challenge the visitor. At the center of the maze resides a mystical red sphere. Seek-and-find activities will also be available to guide visitors through the maze.
Magical art-making activities will be held Fridays, 6-7 p.m., and Saturdays, 2-4 p.m. They are free and include: September 14–15, Wizard Hats; September 21–22, Magic Wands; September 28–29, Cloaks of Invisibility; October 5–6, Wizard Hats; October 12–13, Hogwarts Castle; October 19–20, Magic Book; October 26–28, Harry Potter Weekend, including Tri-Wizard Tournament, Magic Wands, and Treats from the Trolley.
For more information visit www.woodmereartmuseum.org.
10:00 amMagic themed straw maze at Woodmere Art Museum -
Slow-pitch Softball10:15 am – 11:30 am
10:15 a.m.
Penn Charter
3000 W. School House Lane
Runs from Sept. 30 until Feb. 24, 2013
Interested in a friendly game of slow-pitch softball? Join a 40-year tradition this Sunday and every Sunday (until it gets cold) at Penn Charter on School House Lane. For more information, call Bill Epstein at 610-505-6105.
10:15 amSlow-pitch Softball -
Halloween frightful tales at Stagecrafters for kids12:15 pm – 1:15 pm
Halloween Frightful Tales
The Stagecrafters theater
8130 Germantown Ave.
Choose from three performances… Fri. Oct. 26, 7 p.m. or Sat. Oct. 27 , 2 p.m. or 7 p.m.
Dramatic readings of hair-raising hair-raising stories, classic and contemporary. A mystery magic show. Costume contests with prizes — kids receive complimentary treats. Saturday matinee more suited to ages 3-to-6; evening shows geared to ages 6-to-12.
Adults $6. (Ages 12 or under free, children must be accompanied by an adult). Tickets at the door. Reservations strongly suggested.
For more information call 215-247-8881. or go www.thestagecrafters.org.
12:15 pmHalloween frightful tales at Stagecrafters for kids -
Halloween fun for kids at Schuylkill Center’s beautiful woodlands6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The Schuylkill Center has something for everyone.
6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
8480 Hagy’s Mill Rd.
The Schuylkill Center in Upper Roxborough invites children of all ages to Halloween Hikes and Hayrides, a Halloween adventure in the Schuylkill Center’s beautiful woodlands — a night hike, a hayride, roasted s’mores and nocturnal animals like owls and red foxes in their natural habitat, Friday, Oct. 26, and Saturday, Oct. 27, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Pre-registration is required. Call 215-482-7300 ex. 110.
6:00 pmHalloween fun for kids at Schuylkill Center’s beautiful woodlands
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Oct29Mon
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Gently-Used kids clothing sale at Plymouth Meeting Friends School9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Plymouth Meeting Friends School
2150 Bulter Pike Plymouth Meeting
http://www.pmfs1780.org
Head on over to Plymouth Meeting Friends School to check out the Gently Used Kids Clothing Sale on Saturday, October 27 and Sunday, October 28 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
9:00 amGently-Used kids clothing sale at Plymouth Meeting Friends School -
Magic themed straw maze at Woodmere Art Museum10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Runs until Nov. 9
Woodmere Art Museum
9201 Germantown Ave.The Woodmere Art Museum presents its Fall 2012 straw maze “Diagon Alley.” Hours are Fridays, 6–8 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m.–6 p.m., and Sundays 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Families welcome; ages 4–11 with adult $8 per child ($6 members); $20 for families of three or more ($18 members).
The maze will be open until October 28. The theme for the 2012 maze draws inspiration from the Harry Potter series. Diagon Alley is a cobbled wizarding alley and shopping area located in London behind a pub called the Leaky Cauldron. Inside the alley is an assortment of shops where wands, charms, and all items on the Hogwarts supply list can be bought. Visitors will find everything a wizard needs to cast spells. 850 lb. bales have been arranged in concentric squares, nesting one inside the other.At the perimeter, bales are stacked to create post and lintel portals for access to magic markets. Beyond the portals is the “commitment wall” – a diaphanous honeycomb wall of straw bales intended to challenge the visitor. At the center of the maze resides a mystical red sphere. Seek-and-find activities will also be available to guide visitors through the maze.
Magical art-making activities will be held Fridays, 6-7 p.m., and Saturdays, 2-4 p.m. They are free and include: September 14–15, Wizard Hats; September 21–22, Magic Wands; September 28–29, Cloaks of Invisibility; October 5–6, Wizard Hats; October 12–13, Hogwarts Castle; October 19–20, Magic Book; October 26–28, Harry Potter Weekend, including Tri-Wizard Tournament, Magic Wands, and Treats from the Trolley.
For more information visit www.woodmereartmuseum.org.
10:00 amMagic themed straw maze at Woodmere Art Museum
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