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...

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...

Alderfer Auction Real Estate Auction
Address: 12 Picnic Woods Circle, Lititz, PA 17543
Auction Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Buyer’s Premium: 0% 
Bidding starts at $199,000.
Open House:
Thursday, September 24th
from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
MLS#: PALA2095262
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Contact Sherry Russell at Alderfer Auction for additional information or with questions regarding the auction process Sherry@alderferauction.com | (215) 378-1251 (mobile)
Located on a quiet cul-de-sac between Lititz and Ephrata, 12 Picnic Woods Circle pairs a prime Lancaster County setting with peaceful private woods views. The property features an inviting outdoor space complete with a back deck, an enclosed screened-in porch, and a fishpond. Inside, the functional layout offers a main-floor family room, kitchen, and a convenient side entrance leading to a den and mudroom. The upper level houses three bedrooms and one full bath, while the lower level features a renovated walkout basement, dedicated laundry area, public utilities, and efficient mini-split climate control.
This property represents an exceptional value-add investment opportunity with strong upside potential. Whether envisioned as a fix-and-flip, a high-demand rental, or a customizable primary residence, the solid foundation, versatile layout, and sought-after location make it an ideal canvas for maximizing market value.
Interested buyers and investors are invited to attend the public open house on Thursday,&nbsp;September 24th from 3-5PM
Buyer’s Premium Applies. AlderferAuction.com. Auction Center: 501 Fairgrounds Rd, Hatfield PA 19440. Satellite Sales Offices: 3359 Durham Rd, Doylestown, PA 18902 and Opening October 7th will be our new Main Line location: 303 West Lancaster Ave, Suite 2C, Wayne, PA 19087. 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

Local Event: Open House Sept 24 | Home On Quiet Wooded Cul-De-Sac in Lancaster County

Lancaster County

Lancaster

Open House Sept 24 | Home On Quiet Wooded...

Alderfer Auction Real Estate Auction
Address: 12 Picnic Woods Circle, Lititz, PA 17543
Auction Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026...

Open House Sept 24 | Home On Quiet Wooded Cul-De-Sac in Lancaster County

Alderfer Auction is expanding its local presence with the opening of a new satellite sales office in Wayne, PA, starting Wednesday, October 7th. Located at 303 West Lancaster Ave, Suite 2C (above The UPS Store), the office will be open weekly on Wednesdays from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Appointments are preferred, though walk-ins are welcome with a limit of two items. For larger collections, please arrange a dedicated in-home consultation. To schedule an appointment, email&nbsp;preview@alderferauction.com or call 215-393-3000.
The Wayne office will be led by Allyson Babcock, an accredited member of the Appraisers Association of America with over 15 years of experience in the auction and appraising industry. A resident of the Main Line community with a background rooted in her family's decades-long antique business and a degree from Brown University, Allyson specializes in American Furniture, Fine Art, and decorative arts, providing USPAP-compliant appraisals for estate tax, insurance, and equitable distribution.
The new location invites the local community to bring in a wide variety of items for evaluation and consignment, including:Fine Art | Jewelry | Silver | Decoratives | Mid-Century Modern | Coins | Vehicles | Equipment | Historical | Musical Instruments | Collectibles | Estate Sales&nbsp;Because the second-floor office is accessible via stairs only, staff are available to meet clients at their vehicles to assist with carrying items.<a href="https://www.alderferauction.com/auctions/detail/bw167815" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Details</a>&nbsp;on our website.Alderfer Auction: 303 West Lancaster Ave, Suite 2C, Wayne PA 18097 | 215.393.3000 | www.alderferauction.com } AY002260

Local Event: Evaluation Wednesdays On The Main Line | Alderfer Auction Grand Opening in Wayne Oct. 7

Chester County

Berwyn

Evaluation Wednesdays On The Main Line |...

Alderfer Auction is expanding its local presence with the opening of a new satellite sales office in Wayne, PA, starting...

Evaluation Wednesdays On The Main Line | Alderfer Auction Grand Opening in Wayne Oct. 7

MALVERN, Pa. &mdash; The Transportation Management Association of Chester County is inviting residents who usually drive alone to test one different way to work during National TDM Week, September 14 through 18.Transportation Demand Management, commonly called TDM, brings together practical strategies that give travelers more choices and help the transportation network carry people more efficiently. Those strategies include carpooling and vanpooling, public transportation, biking and walking, flexible or compressed schedules, remote work, trip planning, commuter benefits, and clearer travel information.
&ldquo;This is not an argument against the car, and it is not a demand for a perfect commute,&rdquo; said P. Timothy Phelps, executive director of TMACC. &ldquo;We are asking people to look at one workday and ask whether that trip could happen differently. One thoughtful experiment can show a commuter what works and show employers and communities what still needs to improve.&rdquo;
The latest available U.S. Census Bureau estimate underscores the opportunity. In 2024, an estimated 195,010 Chester County workers age 16 and over drove alone to work, representing 67.8 percent of county workers. An estimated 59,166 worked from home, or 20.6 percent. The American Community Survey figures describe workers&rsquo; usual means of transportation to work; they are not daily vehicle counts.
TMACC encourages commuters to choose an option that fits their actual lives. A resident might share a ride with a colleague, check a public transportation route, bicycle or walk when a safe connection exists, shift the workday outside the busiest travel period, or work remotely when the job and employer permit it. Employees who already work remotely one day can ask whether they can have preferred parking when sharing a ride.
TDM also depends on institutions. Employers can offer commuter benefits, preferred carpool parking, secure bicycle storage, flexible schedules, and clear hybrid-work expectations. Municipalities, planners, and transportation providers can strengthen the sidewalks, trails, transit connections, information, and land-use patterns that turn an option into a reliable choice.
Throughout the week, TMACC will publish practical information for Chester County commuters and invite residents to share what would make a different trip possible. The campaign supports the 2026 TDM Week theme, &ldquo;The Power of Transportation Options.&rdquo;
&ldquo;The first question is not, &lsquo;Can I change every commute?&rsquo;&rdquo; Phelps said. &ldquo;It is, &lsquo;Which one trip could I try?&rsquo; Start there, pay attention to the experience, and keep what works.&rdquo;
About TMACC
The Transportation Management Association of Chester County advances equitable, safe, sustainable, and multimodal mobility through education, coordination, advocacy, and transportation services. TMACC works with employers, municipalities, agencies, institutions, and residents to improve access while reducing congestion and transportation-related air pollution. Learn more at <a href="https://www.tmacc.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.tmacc.org</a>.

Philadelphia Metropolitan Area

Malvern

TMACC Invites Chester County Commuters to...

MALVERN, Pa. — The Transportation Management Association of Chester County is inviting residents who usually drive alone to test one different way...

TMACC Invites Chester County Commuters to Change One Work Trip During TDM Week

Eclipse Exterior Cleaning is a professional exterior mainten

Eclipse Exterior Cleaning

Eclipse Exterior Cleaning is a professional exterior maintenance company providing specialized soft washing, pressure washing, and property care services. Serving residential and commercial clients throughout Southeast Pennsylvania and parts of New Jersey, the company is a trusted provider for homeowners and businesses across Berks, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lancaster, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties. Their team is dedicated to enhancing property curb appeal through reliable, high-quality service. The company specializes in advanced soft wash techniques for roof and house cleaning, ensuring safe and effective results for delicate surfaces. Their comprehensive service menu includes window cleaning, solar panel maintenance, gutter cleaning, and high-strength paver and concrete sealing. Additionally, they offer professional landscaping services, including mulching and flower bed installations, to provide a complete exterior restoration solution for any property. Recognized as a realtor-recommended service provider, Eclipse Exterior Cleaning is known for delivering consistent, long-lasting results that help properties look their best. Customers can expect a professional, hassle-free experience backed by verified testimonials and a commitment to protecting the integrity of their home or business exterior.

Chester

Thorndale

Eclipse Exterior Cleaning is a professional exterior maintenance company providing specialized soft washing, pressure washing, and property care...

VRA Realty is a professional real estate brokerage headquart

VRA Realty

VRA Realty is a professional real estate brokerage headquartered at 1244 West Chester Pike, Suite 409, in West Chester, Pennsylvania. Dedicated to empowering clients on their path to financial freedom, the firm provides comprehensive real estate services across the region. Whether you are looking to buy or sell, their team offers expert guidance tailored to your specific property goals. The agency specializes in a wide range of services, including property listing, buyer and seller representation, and detailed market analysis. With a focus on investment property advice, they assist clients in navigating the complexities of real estate investing and home flipping. Their expertise is supported by advanced tools and a commitment to providing actionable valuation data to help you make informed financial decisions. Recognized as a RealTrends Verified 2025 Best Brokerage and a top independent private firm, VRA Realty is a trusted partner for those seeking professional real estate solutions. Clients can expect a collaborative experience backed by reliable data from the Bright MLS and South Jersey Shore Regional Multiple Listing Service, ensuring you have the most accurate information available for your next transaction.

Downingtown

VRA Realty is a professional real estate brokerage headquartered at 1244 West Chester Pike, Suite 409, in West Chester, Pennsylvania. Dedicated to...

Kiddie Academy of Downingtown

Kiddie Academy of Downingtown provides care and education for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years, featuring the nationally recognized Life Essentials® curriculum. This research-based program promotes cognitive, emotional, social, and physical development through purposeful play and hands-on learning. The brand-new facility includes thoughtfully designed classrooms, advanced security features, and a modern outdoor playground with a VersaCourt, providing opportunities for active play in a safe and stimulating setting. Families will also benefit from extracurricular programs included in tuition, such as tennis, soccer, martial arts, and art classes — making Kiddie Academy of Downingtown stand apart from other centers in the region. Additional features include: •	Open 52 weeks a year with flexible scheduling options •	Vacation credits for enrolled families •	Healthy meals and snacks •	Experienced, credentialed educators •	A strong commitment to health, safety, and family partnership Kiddie Academy of Downingtown is now scheduling tours and accepting enrollments. Families are invited to visit, meet the team, explore the facility, and learn more about the Academy’s programs and philosophy.

Kiddie Academy of Downingtown provides care and education for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years, featuring the nationally recognized Life Essentials...

🌱 2nd Annual J-Fest and 7 more events

And check out Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza on the Thorndale Patch calendar

Community Corner

🌱 2nd Annual J-Fest and 8 more events

Coming up on the Thorndale Patch calendar: Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza

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State Edition

National Edition

🌱 2nd Annual J-Fest and 7 more events

🌱 2nd Annual J-Fest and 7 more events

🌱 2nd Annual J-Fest and 8 more events

🌱 2nd Annual J-Fest and 8 more events

Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza

Verason Young Singers Children's Choir Open House

Open House Sept 24 | Home On Quiet Wooded Cul-De-Sac in Lancaster County

Evaluation Wednesdays On The Main Line | Alderfer Auction Grand Opening in Wayne Oct. 7

TMACC Invites Chester County Commuters to Change One Work Trip During TDM Week

Eclipse Exterior Cleaning

VRA Realty

Kiddie Academy of Downingtown