Name: Library of Things "Petting Zoo"
Start: 2026-10-01T10:00:00-04:00
Location: William Jeanes Memorial Library and Nicholas and Athena Karabots Center for Learning

William Jeanes Memorial Library and Nicholas and Athena Karabots Center for Learning

Come see the wild Library of Things come to life! We have tech, home improvement kits, fun machines, and more! Try them out and consider fostering them for 3 weeks.

Local Event: Library of Things "Petting Zoo"

Montgomery County

Justin Heinze

Philadelphia Metropolitan Area

Plymouth-Whitemarsh

Pennsylvania

Library of Things "Petting Zoo"

Come see the wild Library of Things come to life! We have tech, home improvement kits, fun machines, and more! Try them out and...

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 National Quilt Extravaganza

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

In this program for children in grades 3-5, we will explore a variety of science, technology, engineering and math concepts through fun, hands-on activities.
Registration is required.

Local Event: STEM Explorers (gr. 3-5)

STEM Explorers (gr. 3-5)

In this program for children in grades 3-5, we will explore a variety of science, technology, engineering and math concepts...

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

Delaware County

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...

<a href="https://phillyfringe.org/events/baggage-from-baghdad-becoming-my-fathers-daughter/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Baggage From BaghDAD: Becoming My Father’s Daughter</a> is a gripping, award-winning solo show that is timely as it mirrors today's growing intolerance of race and religion in our own backyards and worldwide, written and performed by Valerie David. Due to religious persecution during the 1941 “Farhud pogrom,” Valerie’s paternal Middle Eastern Jewish family was forced to flee Iraq and build a new home in America.

This play highlights her family’s struggle to immigrate to a new land and transcend their harrowing past, so that love and the importance of family triumph. Valerie states, “It’s not just a Jewish story, but a narrative that anyone can relate to: having to immigrate to another country, being forced to evacuate during wartime, suffering bullying, and the ramifications of having to adapt to a foreign culture that’s not so welcoming.”

Baggage From BaghDAD finds humor and hope, even in the darkest of times. It recounts how this painful legacy shaped Valerie’s own life and her evolving relationship with her father, uncovering a story of survival, identity, and ultimately, reconciliation.



Three Performance Dates
Thursday, September 17 @ 7:15 pm
Saturday, September 19 @ 3:45 pm
Sunday, September 20 @ 4:30 pm

Venue
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 Runtime: 60 minutes. Mature content.Tickets: $25 or pay-what-you-can Link for tickets:&nbsp;<a href="https://phillyfringe.org/events/baggage-from-baghdad-becoming-my-fathers-daughter/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Baggage From BaghDAD tickets</a>


Baggage From BaghDAD accolades:
• The Spoken Word &amp; Theatre Award at the 2022 Stockholm Fringe Festival • Nominated for the Grand Prix Award at the 2022 Stockholm Fringe Festival • Winner, Best Play by the 2022 Sweden Broadway World Regional Awards • Semi-finalist for the 2021 Doric Wilson Independent Playwright Award • Awarded the Lower Manhattan Cultural Center Grant

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Philadelphia County

Chestnut Hill-Mt. Airy

Baggage From Baghdad: Becoming My Father's...

Baggage From BaghDAD: Becoming My Father’s Daughter is a gripping, award-winning solo show that is timely as it mirrors today's...

Baggage From Baghdad: Becoming My Father's Daughter

Teens in grades 6-12, drop in and destress with therapy dogs, fidget-making, slime, snacks and more!
No registration required.

Local Event: Teen De-Stress Fest

Teen De-Stress Fest

Teens in grades 6-12, drop in and destress with therapy dogs, fidget-making, slime, snacks and more!
No registration required.

Love to Swim

Suit up for an action-packed evening featuring a swim, pizza, and a special screening of the movie Big Hero 6. This fun-filled event is just $25 per swimmer and promises to be a heroic night for everyone.

Local Event: Kids First Swim School Superhero Swim Parent Night Out 

Kids First Swim School Superhero Swim Parent...

Suit up for an action-packed evening featuring a swim, pizza, and a special screening of the movie Big Hero 6. This fun-filled...

Kids First Swim School Superhero Swim Parent Night Out 

You don’t need to be an astronomy expert to enjoy the night sky.
The Youth Advisory Board invites teens in grades 6-12 to get a jump on Astronomy Day with telescopes, glowing constellation paintings, astronomical snacks and more!

Local Event: Astronomy Event

Astronomy Event

You don’t need to be an astronomy expert to enjoy the night sky.
The Youth Advisory Board invites teens in grades 6-12 to get a...

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Lower Gwynedd-Ambler-Whitpain

Philadelphia

Roxborough-Manayunk

Bryn Mawr-Gladwyne

Upper Dublin

Narberth-Bala Cynwyd

June Bakan

Ardmore-Merion-Wynnewood

Radnor

Lower Providence

Mt. Airy Art Garage

Join us for a vibrant one-day Arts Festival Street Fair featuring live music and a variety of unique offerings. Attendees can enjoy children's art activities and browse a diverse selection of crafts, clothes, jewelry, art, and décor.

Local Event: Maag Rocks Art

Maag Rocks Art

Join us for a vibrant one-day Arts Festival Street Fair featuring live music and a variety of unique offerings. Attendees can...

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

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...

Conshohocken Restaurant Week presented by <a href="https://www.courtsatspringmill.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">The Courts at Spring Mill Station</a> returns Monday, September 21st through Sunday, September 27th. The 2026 edition of Conshohocken Restaurant Week will feature 16 restaurants in Conshohocken and West Conshohocken offering a variety of prix fixe menus.

Local Event: Conshohocken Restaurant Week

Conshohocken Restaurant Week

Conshohocken Restaurant Week presented by The Courts at Spring Mill Station returns Monday, September 21st through Sunday,...

Online Auction

Alderfer Auction presents a two-part Estate Sale in&nbsp;Glenside, PA.Part 1 features gold and sterling silver jewelry, Stickley furniture, fine and decorative art, Native American and international pottery, sterling tableware, art glass, collectible books, rugs, electronics, furniture, dolls, and household décor. The catalog combines traditional furnishings and decorative arts with particularly extensive collections of illustrated and antiquarian books.<a href="https://bid.alderferauction.com/ui/auctions/169553?category=All&amp;subCategory=Active" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View And Bid On This Auction</a>
Bid now through Monday September 21st at alderferauction.com. This auction will begin closing at 8:00 PM at a rate of 5 lots per minute.
Jewelry includes 10k and 14k gold rings, necklaces, earrings, bracelets, pendants, and pins, along with a substantial selection of sterling silver jewelry. Gemstones and materials represented include sapphire, garnet, lapis lazuli, amber, blue topaz, turquoise, coral, pearls, and additional stones. Sterling offerings extend into household silver, including Wendt Ribbon pattern teaspoons, Old Lace butter knives, vanity pieces, a gravy boat, candlesticks, and salt and pepper shakers.
Furniture includes a Stickley Handcraft Craftsman reclining Morris chair with matching Stickley Mission style footstool, a Jessica Charles Furniture Parish swivel chair, TRS Furniture kidney-shaped sofa, and a Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams side table. Additional furnishings range from Mission, Chippendale, Queen Anne, and Asian-inspired pieces to blanket chests, cabinets, tables, chairs, mirrors, and a carved antique dowry box.
Pottery and decorative arts include Mela Youngblood and Anita Suazo Santa Clara Pueblo blackware, Jose Sosa Chulucanas pottery, Cesar Bugarini Mexican polychrome pottery, Shipibo Indian Peruvian pottery, New Mexico pottery, Andrea by Sadek porcelain, Global Views décor, Lenox, a Steuben glass beaver, Nachtmann crystal, Vera Wang crystal, Mikasa Gold Tiara bone china, Fire-King, Royal Worcester, Corning, and CorningWare.
Fine and decorative art includes a signed Benton Spruance lithograph, “Eyes for the Night,” a signed and numbered Glen Rabena “Hummingbirds” silkscreen, Suzuki Kiitsu botanical reproductions published by The Metropolitan Museum of Art in cooperation with The British Museum, and works by Nancy Carol Willis and George Sturm.
Books are a major component, including Easton Press leather-bound editions, a 1908 first edition of L. Frank Baum’s Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz, and collections devoted to N.C. Wyeth, Arthur Rackham, Howard Pyle, Kate Greenaway, Walter Crane, Jessie Willcox Smith, Maurice Sendak, Beatrix Potter, and A.A. Milne.
Electronics include a Bang &amp; Olufsen Beogram 1602 turntable with MMC 20CL cartridge, Rotel CD player, Bose headphones, Sony Bravia television, and Amazon Fire TV Stick. The sale also contains Oriental-style rugs, Japanese dolls, German and French bisque dolls, stained glass lighting, kitchenware, and additional estate contents.Part 2 bidding starts soon!
Online Preview Only 
ONE DAY Pick Up Day By Appointment Only:
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 <li>Thursday September 24th from 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM</li>
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Downsizing or want to learn more on how to sell the contents of your home? Alderfer Auction can sort, lot, catalog, photograph, sell online, have supervised pick-up with minimal traffic through your home and you are paid in 21 business days. Let us help you get started! Call 215-393-3000 or <a href="https://www.alderferauction.com/contact" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">contact us online.</a>
Buyer’s Premium Applies. AlderferAuction.com. Auction Center: 501 Fairgrounds Rd, Hatfield PA 19440. Satellite Sales Office: 3359 Durham Rd, Doylestown, PA 18902. 215-393-3000. See website for Terms &amp; Conditions. <a href="https://www.alderferauction.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.AlderferAuction.com</a>. Members of: NAA &amp; PAA: Designations CAI, MPPA &amp; AAA. LIC#AY002260

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Alderfer Auction presents a two-part Estate Sale in Glenside, PA.Part 1 features gold and sterling silver jewelry, Stickley...

Estate Sale in Glenside, Part 1 | Jewelry | Furniture | Fine Art | Alderfer Auction

Knights of Columbus Flaherty Council 3128

2 LEAGUES – 2 NIGHTS /&nbsp;Wednesday or Thursday
PLAY&nbsp;1 or BOTH&nbsp;NIGHTS!
10 Week Season + 1 Week Playoffs
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Wednesday League =&nbsp;Season Long Round Robin&nbsp;= STARTS September 23rd
ALL SKILL LEVELS WELCOME!/ NO Partners, Teams or Subs needed!
Great way to ease into CORNHOLE and learn from experienced players.
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Thursday League = Set Teams w/ Set Schedule = STARTS September 24th
For those looking for COMPETITION!
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For&nbsp;COMPLETE DETAILS&nbsp;&amp; to&nbsp;REGISTER&nbsp;call / text / email:
Jeff @ 215-605-6952 / glensidecornhole@yahoo.com
or
SEARCH “GLENSIDE” on the SCOREHOLIO appCan't make the LEAGUE&nbsp;this SEASON?&nbsp; No problem, save our contact info and join when you are ready.&nbsp; We run 3 SEASONS a YEAR on both Wednesday and Thursday nights.......starting in January, May and September.

Local Event: Cornhole League

Glenside

Cornhole League

2 LEAGUES – 2 NIGHTS / Wednesday or Thursday
PLAY 1 or BOTH NIGHTS!
10 Week Season + 1 Week...

Retiring? Inventory Reduction? 
Alderfer Auction has been in business for over 60 years providing asset recovery services for financial institutions, banks, attorneys, accountants, insurance companies, individuals, and business owners. We listen to your needs and develop a customized plan to liquidate assets from start to sold. We execute logistics from cataloging, photographing, marketing and advertising, previews and selling and load out. Alderfer Online Auctions maximize exposure, competitive bidding and global reach, our marketing team implements strong campaigns across all social, email and online channels.
We have helped hundreds of sellers with asset recovery and liquidation through transition, retirement, inventory reduction, consolidation, and dissolution. In today's fast-paced market, asset recovery can be a significant challenge for businesses. Alderfer Auction addresses this need by offering construction and farm equipment, restaurants/bars, office, schools, auto shops, manufacturing and machining, vehicle fleets, recreational and real estate liquidation.
Choosing Alderfer Auction for your business liquidation needs comes with a multitude of benefits:
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 <li>Orderly liquidation:
 auction is a time driven process meeting the needs of sellers and buyers.</li>
 <li>Recoup Spent Tax Dollars:
 Convert your idle assets into cash, effectively recouping taxes spent on purchasing those assets.</li>
 <li>As-Is Sales with No Contingencies: Enjoy a hassle-free selling process without the need for repairs or improvements, ensuring a quick and efficient liquidation.</li>
 <li>Free Up Inventory Space:
 Clear out space occupied by unused or surplus inventory and equipment, making room for new and more productive assets.</li>
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Contact our Business Liquidation Specialist, Mike Gribbin, today at 215.393.3031 or email <a href="mailto:mike@alderferauction.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">mike@alderferauction.com</a>
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AlderferAuction.com. Auction Center: 501 Fairgrounds Rd, Hatfield PA 19440. Satellite Sales Offices: 3359 Durham Rd, Doylestown, PA 18902; Opening October 7th on the Main Line &ndash; 303 W. Lancaster Ave. Suite 2C, Wayne, PA 19087. Members of: NAA &amp; PAA: Designations CAI, MPPA &amp; AAA. LIC#AY002260

Jeff Werner

Doylestown

Business Liquidation and Asset Recovery |...

Business Liquidation and Asset Recovery | Alderfer Auction

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Conshohocken

Roomate needed

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Columbia Cottage in Collegeville, PA, is a dedicated assiste

Columbia Cottage

Columbia Cottage in Collegeville, PA, is a dedicated assisted living facility committed to providing personalized senior housing and residential care. Located at 901 East Main Street, our community offers a supportive environment designed to help residents maintain their independence while receiving the specific care they need. We prioritize a person-centered approach, ensuring that every individual feels at home in our welcoming, community-focused setting. Our facility features a comprehensive 10-level care system, with staffing ratios that consistently exceed Pennsylvania state requirements to ensure 24/7 caregiver availability. We offer a wide range of services, including in-house physician care, rehabilitation therapies, and specialized support plans tailored to each resident's unique goals. Residents also enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with daily activities, social clubs, and hospitality services such as nutritious dining, housekeeping, and transportation assistance. At Columbia Cottage, we differentiate ourselves through our commitment to building meaningful, long-term relationships with our residents and their families. You can expect a compassionate, transparent care experience where your personal preferences and dignity are always the focal point of our daily operations.

Columbia Cottage in Collegeville, PA, is a dedicated assisted living facility committed to providing personalized senior housing and residential...

ow Open in Plymouth Meeting — New Customers Get 10% Off 

On-Site Detailing

On-Site Detailing is now open in Plymouth Meeting, bringing professional auto detailing, paint correction, ceramic coatings, and mobile detailing services to Montgomery County and the surrounding area. Founded in 2003, On-Site Detailing has built its reputation on convenience, quality, and trusted vehicle care for everyday drivers, busy professionals, families, businesses, and dealerships. Our new Plymouth Meeting location gives customers the option to bring their vehicle to our shop or schedule mobile service at their home, office, or workplace. Whether you need a quick refresh, a full interior and exterior detail, paint correction, ceramic coating protection, headlight restoration, odor removal, or ongoing maintenance, our team is focused on making your car look and feel its best without making the process complicated. What makes On-Site Detailing unique is our combination of professional-grade service and real convenience. We are not just a car wash — we provide detailed, hands-on vehicle care designed to protect your investment, improve your driving experience, and save you time. With over 20 years of experience, fully insured service, mobile vans across the region, and now a dedicated Plymouth Meeting shop, we are proud to serve local residents, corporate offices, fleets, and businesses throughout Montgomery County, Chester County, Delaware County, Philadelphia, and the tri-state area. To celebrate our Plymouth Meeting opening, new customers can receive 10% off their first service. Book today and experience why customers have trusted On-Site Detailing since 2003.

On-Site Detailing is now open in Plymouth Meeting, bringing professional auto detailing, paint correction, ceramic coatings, and mobile detailing...

Foundations: Dry + Healthy + Safe = Peace of Mind

Worthington Foundation Authority

3rd Generation. Local. Family Owned. Triple Certified by the Basement Health Association. We provide Foundation Waterproofing, Foundation Repair, and Basement Egress in the Delaware Valley. With 65 years of experience, we offer expert solutions tailored to the unique challenges of Southeastern Pennsylvania’s clay and limestone soils. Serving homeowners across the Delaware Valley, including the Main Line and surrounding counties, Worthington Foundation Authority combines deep regional expertise with professional, code-compliant techniques to ensure long-term home stability and health. Led by Sean Worthington, a two-time President of the Basement Health Association, the company is recognized for its commitment to high industry standards and structural integrity.

3rd Generation. Local. Family Owned. Triple Certified by the Basement Health Association. We provide Foundation Waterproofing, Foundation Repair,...

Del-Val Basement Waterproofing

Family operated Basement Waterproofing and Foundation Company servicing the entire Delaware Valley Area.  We also provide mold remediation services as well.  We offer competitive pricing, warranties and have financing options available.  Our office hours are 8:30am to 5:30 pm Monday thru Friday and Saturday from 9am to 1:00 pm.  Free inspection are done Monday thru Saturday for any foundation issues you are encountering.  With over 20 years' experience in the industry we provide solutions at a fair price.  

Family operated Basement Waterproofing and Foundation Company servicing the entire Delaware Valley Area. We also provide mold remediation services...

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