The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center & Fairgrounds

33 Years and Still Going Strong – The Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza Returns to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center September 17 – 20, 2026Oaks, PA – Mancuso Show Management is proud to present the 33rd annual Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza. The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center will host this spectacular event September 17 - September 20, 2026 featuring over 1000 works of textile art. Additionally, the festival offers vendors, hands on workshops, lectures, a fashion show and product demos. Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza is the center of it all for quilt, wearable and textile art! A highlight of this year’s event is a special exhibition by 7-time Tony Award-winning actor and playwright Harvey Fierstein. Best known for writing La Cage aux Folles and Kinky Boots and starring as Edna in Hairspray, Harvey has been making quilts for more than 30 years. During the COVID lockdown, his passion for quilting flourished, inspiring a remarkable collection of quilt art that the Extravaganza is thrilled to premiere. In addition, the festival will display over 30 special exhibitions from regional guilds such as the Philadelphia Modern Quilt Guild, PieceMakers Quilters and the Sankofa Artisans, travelling quilt collections and the annual national judged competition. Once again Mancuso Show Management sponsored the juried exhibition, Celebration of Women: A Quilter’s Perspective with a portion of the entry fees going to A Woman’s Place (AWP), the only domestic violence community benefit organization in Bucks County, PA. Shopping is a must at the event Merchant’s Mall with a diverse assortment of vendors selling sewing machines, fabric, wool, clothing, notions and more. Attendees can sit in on, at no additional charge, several midday lectures and product demonstrations. Back by popular demand are Fashion Friday, an attendee-driven fashion show, and Sticker Saturday, where collecting stickers can earn you a prize. New this year, the Brandywine Rug Hooking Guild will offer rug hooking demonstrations throughout the event. Quilters and textile artists can also preregister for workshops taught by a nationally recognized faculty. This year’s event is sponsored by Major Sponsors: BERNINA/Hayes Sewing Machine Company, BERNINA Longarm/Domesticity, Brother/Byrne Sewing, Baby Lock/Hayes Sewing Machine Company, Janome/Pocono Sew &amp; Vac and Husqvarna Viking &amp; Pfaff/Sew ‘n Place. Open to the public, show tickets can be purchased on-site. General admission is $18 and includes re-admission for all days. Sunday only general admission is $16. Accompanied children under the age of 16 are admitted free. Discounted tickets for groups of 20 or more can be arranged by contacting our office at (215) 862-5828. The Extravaganza’s daily hours are Thursday through Saturday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sunday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Local Event: Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza

Bucks County

New Hope-Lambertville

Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza

33 Years and Still Going Strong – The Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza Returns to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center...

St. Thomas of Villanova Church

The Fifth Annual Father Bill Atkinson Pilgrimage will take place on September 17, 2026.&nbsp; The Pilgrimage is a journey of faith and friendship seeking the intercession of S.O.G. Father Bill Atkinson.&nbsp; We will begin at St. Thomas of Villanova Church on Villanova's Campus at 3:30pm with a prayer service led by Father Rob Hagan, O.S.A.&nbsp; We will then begin a 4 mile accessible walk to Our Lady of the Assumption Parish in Wayne.&nbsp; Please register today and find more information on our website: www.friendsoffatherbill.org

Local Event: The Father Bill Atkinson Pilgrimage

Delaware County

Newtown Square

The Father Bill Atkinson Pilgrimage

The Fifth Annual Father Bill Atkinson Pilgrimage will take place on September 17, 2026.  The Pilgrimage is a journey of faith...

Verason Studio

Verason Studio is hosting a children's choir open house! We are a bilingual music instruction studio serving both children and adults from all cultural backgrounds. The open house class instruction will be in English, with approximately half of the repertoire in Chinese and half in English or other languages. Children of all language backgrounds and experience levels are welcome! Do you know a little one who likes to sing? Please pass this on to your young singers!You can also sign up here:&nbsp;<a href="https://forms.gle/jasn1mA2GvmxtTJ57" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">forms.gle/jasn1mA2GvmxtTJ57</a>

Local Event: Verason Young Singers Children's Choir Open House

Broomall

Verason Young Singers Children's Choir Open House

Verason Studio is hosting a children's choir open house! We are a bilingual music instruction studio serving both children and...

Armenian Martyrs' Congregational Church

AMCC's Fall Community Market - The Market That Brings People Together in Havertown
Join us on Saturday, September 19 for a day filled with shopping, connection, and community spirit at AMCC's Fall Community Market! 
Featuring more than 50 carefully selected vendors, this market offers something for everyone. Whether you're looking for unique handmade goods, delicious treats, seasonal finds, or simply a fun day out with family and friends, you'll discover plenty to enjoy.From young children to grandparents, every generation is welcome to experience the warmth and energy of our community. 
Come explore, shop, meet local vendors, and make lasting memories with neighbors and friends in a welcoming and festive atmosphere.

Bring your family, invite your friends, and be part of a day that truly celebrates what makes our community special. We can't wait to welcome you!AMCC's Fall Community Market: Where Community, Connection, and Celebration Come Together.

Local Event: AMCC's Fall Community Market - The Market That Brings People Together in Havertown!

Haverford-Havertown

AMCC's Fall Community Market - The Market That...

AMCC's Fall Community Market - The Market That Brings People Together in Havertown
Join us on Saturday, September 19 for a day...

AMCC's Fall Community Market - The Market That Brings People Together in Havertown!

A Day of Free Music Played On The Porches in South Wayne - From 11:30 
a.m. to 6 p.m. - From A Capella to Zydeco and Everything In Between. The streets are closed so you walk from porch-to-porch and enjoy the music, the camaraderie, and the all around good time. Perfect for every age and musical interest. The music streets in Wayne are: Midland Ave., St. Davids Rd., Pembroke Ave., South Aberdeen, and Windermere Ave.

Local Event: South Wayne PorchFest

Radnor

South Wayne PorchFest

A Day of Free Music Played On The Porches in South Wayne - From 11:30 
a.m. to 6 p.m. - From A Capella to Zydeco and Everything...

🎾 TENNIS LESSONS FOR ALL AGES &amp; LEVELS! 🎾
Looking to learn tennis, sharpen your game, or get back on the court? 
David brings a lifetime of tennis experience from competing as a nationally ranked junior and Ohio State High School Tournament player to playing NCAA Division I tennis at NC State, where he helped the Wolfpack reach the NCAA Elite 8. A former serve-and-volley lefty who has also coached at private clubs, David loves helping players of all ages and abilities build their skills, confidence, movement, and love of the game. 
Whether you’re a beginner picking up a racket for the first time, a junior looking to compete, or an adult getting back into tennis, group lessons and individual instruction are available! 🎾
📱 Call or text David at 440-785-2914 to get started!

Local Event: Tennis Lessons and Group Lessons All Ages 

Tennis Lessons and Group Lessons All Ages 

🎾 TENNIS LESSONS FOR ALL AGES & LEVELS! 🎾
Looking to learn tennis, sharpen your game, or get back on the court? 
David brings a...

It's hard to believe, but we have just one market left in our 2026 season! Thanks to everyone who has come out this year! It's been a lot of fun in our new location, and the vendors and volunteers appreciate your support! You have one more chance to come out and support these &nbsp;local businesses and musicians, and to build community with us! Stay tuned to our social media for details and a vendor list for the September 25th market. We can't wait to see you there!

Local Event: Newtown Square Farmers Market

Marple Newtown

Newtown Square Farmers Market

It's hard to believe, but we have just one market left in our 2026 season! Thanks to everyone who has come out this year! It's...

Longwood Gardens, 419 Conservatory Rd, Kennett Square, PA, 19348

<h1>From Childhood to Independence: A Night at Longwood Gardens with Amigos de Jesús</h1>
In a country where poverty, limited educational opportunities and economic insecurity can leave young people with few choices for their futures, Amigos de Jesús is working to create another possibility: helping vulnerable children grow into educated, healthy and independent adults with the skills and opportunities to build their lives in Honduras.
On Thursday, October 15, 2026, Amigos de Jesús will bring that story to Longwood Gardens for Growing Together with Amigos, an evening celebrating the children and young adults of Amigos and inviting the greater Philadelphia community to become part of their journey.
Amigos de Jesús provides a safe and nurturing home for vulnerable children in Honduras, but its work does not end with providing a safe place to live. The organization walks alongside children from childhood into adulthood, providing education, healthcare, emotional support, faith formation, life skills and opportunities designed to prepare them for healthy, independent lives.
“Our goal isn't simply to care for a child today,” said Kelley Jackson, President and CEO of Amigos de Jesús. “We have to ask what success looks like when that child becomes an adult. Are they educated? Are they healthy? Do they have the skills and confidence to work, manage their lives and build a future within the realities of Honduras? That is the journey we are committed to.”
Guests attending Growing Together with Amigos are invited to enjoy Longwood Gardens throughout the day before gathering in the Fountain Room from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. for a cocktail reception, stories and updates from Honduras, and a private illuminated fountain show.
The evening is designed not only to raise critical funds for the mission, but also to introduce new people throughout the region to Amigos de Jesús and the many ways individuals, families, schools, churches and businesses can become involved.
Tickets are $200 per person and include untimed admission to Longwood Gardens for the day, the evening reception and private illuminated fountain show.
<h3>Event Details</h3>
Growing Together with Amigos Thursday, October 15, 2026 Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA Reception: 5:30–9:30 p.m. Tickets: $200 per person
For tickets and additional information, visit:
<a href="https://www.amigosdejesus.org/longwood2026" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.amigosdejesus.org/longwood2026</a>

Local Event: Growing Together with Amigos 

Chester County

Tredyffrin-Easttown

Growing Together with Amigos 

From Childhood to Independence: A Night at Longwood Gardens with Amigos de Jesús
In a country where poverty, limited...

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