How wonderful to have a vibrant MFA program within a few miles of Musehouse!  This reading features talented students from Arcadia University.  Join us for this annual Musehouse event.

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Plymouth Meeting Friends School

Plymouth Meeting Friends School’s 88th Annual Strawberry Festival will be held on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 11am until 2pm. The festival offers lots of fun for the entire family, including games, food, live music, local vendors and our famous strawberry shortcake. Admission and parking are free.

Local Event: Strawberry Festival 

Strawberry Festival 

Plymouth Meeting Friends School’s 88th Annual Strawberry Festival will be held on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 11am until 2pm....

Warren County Community College

Check out this high-flying festival on&nbsp;June 6–7, 2026.&nbsp; It's a great day out for families, featuring hot air balloons, drone exhibits, live music, children’s entertainment, food trucks, vendors, and more! 
Purchase discounted tickets online through June 4, for $10 per adult, $4 for children ages 4–12, and $5 for parking. Family packs are available for $40, covering up to five people in a car, including parking. Ticket protection is available for a small fee. Cancel your tickets for a refund, within 24 hours of the start time. After June 4, prices are $12 per adult, $5 for children ages 4–12, and $6 for parking.&nbsp;&nbsp;Family packs are also available at the gate this year for $50 per car, with up to 5 people and parking included. 
If you’ve never attended a hot air balloon festival, here’s what to expect: Balloons are typically on display in the evenings before the scheduled launch. Weather permitting, a tethered balloon will be set up around 4:30–5:00 PM for rides, offering a short trip up and down with a great view of the festivities. Tethered ride pricing is $30 for adults, $20 for children ages 4–12, and free for children ages 3 and under with a paying adult (subject to the pilot’s approval). Rides unavailable for toddlers or infants.&nbsp; There will also be opportunity to learn about ballooning from pilots and as night falls we will light up the big birthday cake balloon as we wish America a happy 250th!
Warren Community College hosts one of the nation’s top drone programs. Visit the WarrenUAS Drone exhibit. Meet SPOT, the robot “dog”. Learn about new courses coming this fall for counter drone. Drones are changing the security landscape—see how professionals respond.
On Saturday, June 6, enjoy or enter the Hot Rides &amp; Hot Air Balloons Car &amp; Truck Show. All makes and models are welcome. Trophies will be awarded for the Top 10 entries (voted by drivers), a People’s Choice, and Best of Show.
Join the Chalk Art Contest for a chance to win cash prizes, with opportunities for both youth and adults. Artists will create their designs on Saturday (with a rain date of Sunday) along the campus walking trail for visitors to enjoy. Visit the website at <a href="https://www.balloonfestnj.com/chalk-art-contest" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.balloonfestnj.com/chalk-art-contest</a> for details.
The June Jumble Combat Robot Competition features up to 40 combat robots battling it out each day, starting at noon on Saturday and continuing on Sunday until the last bot in each category remains.
Musical entertainment on Saturday includes the Pro Kids Holiday Vocal Troupe who will delight with amazing vocals and patriotic songs, followed by the Celtic music of Na’Nodach. StoneHearth Bluegrass band will play on Sunday earlier in the day for your musical entertainment. Back by popular demand, the School of Rock Easton Bank Street Band closes out the night. 
Strolling entertainment includes strolling dulcimers on Saturday, Road Less Traveled barbershop quartet on Sunday. On both days learn circus tricks with Grins &amp; Grins and enjoy the magic and comedy of Balloons the Clown. 
Find activities for kids at the Fascination Place, where activities are free for our children of our visitors. Some activities for both adults and children include free mini golf and paper rocket construction and testing. 
The vendor area include a variety of craft vendors, as well as non-profits providing information for families. There will be games sprinkled throughout, some courtesy of the festival and others for a small fee.&nbsp; There is a variety of food trucks, both sweet and savory, and all different price points, for all tastes.
Enjoy time in the country on Warren Community College’s large lawn surrounding the balloon port. Bring blankets, lawn chairs, and small games like quoits or corn hole. The campus features a 1.2-mile walking trail. Try the scavenger hunt where your family can learn about all the amazing STEAM accomplishments that happened right here in Warren County.&nbsp; Another way to learn about all the incredible things to see and do in the county is to sign up for the Explore Warren County Tourism Partnership e-news. Visit <a href="https://explorewarren.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">explorewarren.org</a> before you head to the festival and plan some stops along the way.
Pets, outside food, and alcoholic beverages are prohibited (except snacks and drinks for small children).
Visit <a href="https://www.balloonfestnj.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">balloonfestnj.com</a>&nbsp;for pricing on admission, parking, tethered rides, and full balloon flights, and to purchase tickets online. To schedule a full balloon flight, call 908-283-0721 and check it off your bucket list!
Funding was provided by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts and Warren County Cultural &amp; Heritage Affairs, a Division of the Department of Land Preservation, with support from the Warren

Local Event: Warren County Hot Air Balloons, Arts & Crafts Festival 

Northampton County

Easton

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Check out this high-flying festival on June 6–7, 2026.  It's a great day out for families, featuring hot air balloons, drone...

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Philadelphia Dance Theatre

Philadelphia Dance Theatre presents Breaking Ground; an annual performance featuring new works from classical to contemporary commissioned specifically for the individual talents of PDT's dance artists. The concert presents works choreographed by today's most talented dance-makers and highlights the broad range of styles that PDT's training provides. <h4>Free community performance</h4>
PDT Summer Stage
<a target="_blank" href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/xa7bhKCJyuvCykQWA" rel="nofollow noopener">7500 Germantown Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19119</a>'Admission is free and there are no tickets. However, <a href="https://donorbox.org/breaking-ground-donations-26" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">donations are appreciated!</a>

<ul><li><a href="https://pci.jotform.com/form/261385097744164" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Order a picnic box </a>to enjoy during the performance.</li><li>Audience members are welcome to BYOB.</li><li>Chairs will be provided. You are welcome to bring a picnic blanket if you prefer.</li></ul>

Local Event: Breaking Ground

Breaking Ground

Philadelphia Dance Theatre presents Breaking Ground; an annual performance featuring new works from classical to contemporary...

Online Auction

Fine Arts and Mid-Century Modern Auction Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Bid online at alderferauction.com.
Alderfer Auction presents an online auction featuring a diverse collection of exquisite jewelry, sterling silver, fine art, decorative arts, entertainment memorabilia, Mid-Century Modern and more.
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Auction is open for pre-bidding at alderferauction.com until Thursday, June 11th at 10AM.
This Fine Art and Mid-Century Modern Auction is led by fine art, jewelry, sterling silver, and decorative arts, with a strong MCM section adding modern design depth. Fine art highlights include Edward Willis Redfield, Fern Isabel Coppedge, Walter Elmer Schofield, George William Sotter, John Fulton Folinsbee, Walter Emerson Baum, Daniel Garber, Harry Leith-Ross, Birger Sandzén, Walter Stuempfig Jr., Andy Warhol, Victor Vasarely, Raoul Dufy, Raphael Soyer, and Charles Fazzino. 
 
Decorative arts include a Tiffany “Pomegranate” art glass table lamp, Daum enameled cameo glass, Steuben Gold Aurene glass, Rookwood pottery, KPM porcelain plaques, and Hutschenreuther painted porcelain. Sterling silver includes a Reed &amp; Barton tea and coffee service, Tiffany &amp; Co. sterling pieces, “Grande Baroque” sterling flatware, Arthur Stone silver, a Jean-Noel Delarue Southern American coin silver punch ladle, Russian enameled silver pieces, and more than 20 sterling silver flatware services. 
 
Jewelry includes Oscar Friedman ruby and diamond jewelry, platinum diamond and gemstone rings, 14k and 18k gold bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and brooches, including gemstone pieces set with sapphire, emerald, ruby, opal, jade, tanzanite, citrine, lapis, and diamonds. Additional highlights include a platinum 3.6 carat diamond ring. Coins include Liberty Head gold coins, American Gold Eagles, and certified PCGS and NGC examples. 
 
The Mid-Century Modern section includes signed Andy Warhol and Victor Vasarely prints, Klaus Ihlenfeld sculpture, furniture by Knoll, Wassily chairs, Frank Lloyd Wright chairs along with Scandinavian design by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Additional modern design includes teak and walnut furniture, lounge seating, and modern tables. 
 
Other furniture highlights include a rare Charles Rohlfs dining table, sideboard, and chairs, a David Rittenhouse tall case clock, a Philadelphia Chippendale side chair, Thomas Moser wing chairs, and additional modern and traditional furnishings. 
 
The historic section features items from the American Revolution through Hollywood's golden age, including John Hancock's shipping documents, Congressional journals, and Founding Fathers' autographs. It also showcases Gold Rush correspondence, a Quaker anti-slavery archive, Civil War soldier letters, and WWI posters. 
 
Entertainment memorabilia includes a collection of items, ephemera and photographs that once belonged to screen legend Lauren Bacall.
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Tuesday, June 9th | 9AM – 3PM 
Wednesday, June 10th | 9AM – 3PM
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Local Event: Fine Art and MCM | Jewelry | Silver | Artwork | MCM | Online Auction

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Fine Arts and Mid-Century Modern Auction Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 10:00 AM
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Looking ahead to holiday parties? Are you considering a remodel to help with hosting?
Join LBK Design Build’s team of professionals for a free lunch and learn seminar! We’ll be discussing when and why you should consider remodeling, zoning and building code, timing and budget, and current design trends. Brunch is included for all attendees. Arrive at 11:30am to enjoy brunch and settle in. The seminar will begin promptly at 12pm.
RSVP below to reserve your spot and learn from some of the top industry professionals in our area!

Local Event: Interior Remodeling: Kitchens, Baths, and Addition Brunch and Learn

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Interior Remodeling: Kitchens, Baths, and...

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Property For Sale | Alderfer Auction and Realty
Address: 3795 Rt. 202, Doylestown, PA 18902Now offered at a newly improved price, this premier Bucks County property presents an unparalleled opportunity to secure a high-visibility&nbsp;location for your business.

This unique multi-use office/professional space located in the heart of Bucks County, is more than just a building&mdash;it&rsquo;s a strategic advantage. Whether you are looking to launch a flagship showroom or create a custom live-work sanctuary, this space adapts to your vision.
Improved Price: Offered For Sale at $1,250,000
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Contact Sherry Russell at Alderfer Auction and Realty for additional information or with questions: <a href="mailto:Sherry@alderferauction.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sherry@alderferauction.com</a> | (215) 378-1251 (mobile)
MLS#: PABU2111264
With high visibility of 20,000 cars a day, this unique 4,900 sq ft mixed-use property office/residence sits on 1.3 gated tranquil acres, offering a rare D-3 variance for professional use.
The 2,400 sq ft business interior features three levels, including a loft, main floor and lower level including two half baths and private office. The 15 foot open ceilings with suspended track lighting, ceiling fans and hard wood floors on the main level create an airy, modern feel. The mezzanine loft provides additional flexible workspace including a half bathroom and storage closet. And the lower level is spacious and provides ground level access including a half bathroom and breakroom. The overall layout is highly adaptable, accommodating a variety of professional or mixed-use needs. 13 parking spaces.
The 2,500 sq ft residential space is on two levels, featuring two bedrooms on the main floor and a third on the ground floor. The kitchen and dining area are adjacent, overlooking the scenic back yard. The living room is central to the main floor living space, providing a generous gathering area. The main floor also includes 1.5 baths and laundry area. The lower-level living space offers a third bedroom/office/game room and foyer area. The convenience of a 2-car attached garage with added storage area is a bonus to this residential area.
Outdoor amenities on the 1.3 acres include an in-ground, heated pool, and a charming courtyard area with outdoor firepit, perfect for entertaining, team gatherings, or client events. An automatic gate enhances privacy and security, leading to the residence area while the contrast between the busy street frontage and the tranquil rear views offers a rare balance of energy and escape.
Zoned R-1 with a D-3 variance allowing professional use. This zoning allows for various options: 100% residence or the current mixed-use of residence and office/professional.
Corporate: Alderfer Auction, 501 Fairgrounds Rd, Hatfield PA 19440. Doylestown: 3359 Durham Rd, Doylestown, PA 18902. 215-393-3000. See website for Terms &amp; Conditions. <a href="https://www.alderferauction.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">www.AlderferAuction.com</a>. Members of: NAA &amp; PAA: Designations CAI, MPPA &amp; AAA. LIC#AY002260

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Vehicle Strikes, Injures Officer Outside...

The officer was directing traffic near the South Philadelphia Sports Complex, according to CBS News.

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Distracted Driving Fines Begin Friday Across State

A new distracted driving fine begins on Friday as impaired and aggressive driving enforcement ramps up this summer.

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