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Our Lady of the Assumption Parish

The Ladies of Our Lady of the Assumption Parish are hosting their annual Christmas Bazaar. All proceeds benefit OLA.&nbsp;<ul><li>Over 30 vendors of crafts and gifts</li><li>Over 40 silent auction items</li><li>Frozen Italian wedding soup and fresh cannolis for sale</li><li>A "white elephant" (rummage type sale) sale </li><li>Free photos and visit with&nbsp;Santa at 11am - 1pm</li></ul>$1.00 Admission - Children enter for free

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Christmas Bazaar!

The Ladies of Our Lady of the Assumption Parish are hosting their annual Christmas Bazaar. All proceeds benefit OLA. Over 30...

Paoli Battlefield Historical Park

Please Share!!Join us on Saturday, November 7th, as we welcome experienced paranormal investigator, psychic, and author Laurie Hull as she leads us on a nighttime paranormal walk around the historic Paoli Battlefield where she will let you know the different spirits she has communicated with and the experience she has had examining this battlefield.
On the night of September 20th, 1777, Anthony Wayne’s two Pennsylvania Brigades were surprised by General Charles Grey’s forces in what became known as the Paoli Massacre.
We welcome you to travel back to a pivotal moment in Pennsylvania’s Revolutionary War as we guide you through the historic Paoli Battlefield after sundown. Author and paranormal investigator Laurie Hull will lead you on this walk as we will show you the places on the battlefield where people have interacted with spirits on the battlefield, where fact meets folklore and the past finds a second life. This hour-long tour will have historians and experienced paranormal investigators leading you through different areas on the Battlefield where vivid narratives with the night landscape adds an uncanny dimension. It’s more than a tour—it’s an adventure that invites you to observe, listen, and perhaps glimpse the beyond.
She will be doing two tours – one starting at 7:00pm and one starting at 9:00pm. Both tours are limited to 20 people so please purchase your tickets now. There is no rain date and if we cannot hold the walking tour you will be refunded your money. If you paid for the tour and are a no show, your funds will be considered a donation to the Paoli Battlefield Preservation Fund.
Dinner/Lecture at the Black Powder Tavern with Laurie Hull: THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2026
On Thursday, November 19th, Laurie Hull will have a dinner-lecture at the Black Powder Tavern (located at 1164 Valley Forge Road, Wayne, PA 19087), as she shares spooky tales about the hidden and haunted history of the American Revolution.
Many believe the bloody battles fought for independence left behind specters of a spooky nature. From heroic figures whose presence exceeds their living days to those sad souls who can’t escape the experiences of war, a long list of paranormal activity can be connected to the conflict that founded our nation. Laurie has spent over two decades researching the area and collecting eerie stories of our region. She weaves legend, history, and personal encounters into tales of haunted houses, battlefields, and more, including stories from Valley Forge, Paoli Battlefield, and the Black Powder Tavern itself! Dinner will start around 5:45pm and the lecture will follow in the upstairs room above the dining room.
The dining room will open at 4:45pm and we ask that you arrive before 5:15pm to avoid any parking issues. All beverages are included except for alcoholic beverages which can be purchased for an additional charge. The all-inclusive price includes the dinner buffet, non-alcoholic beverages, gratuity, taxes, the lecture, and a donation to the Paoli Battlefield Preservation Fund. We’ll be serving a special buffet dinner with dishes reminiscent of those served during colonial times in our area. Dinner will be served around 5:45pm. The price of the lecture is $49.99 per person. You Must make your reservation now as there is limited seating. If you paid for the dinner/lecture and are a no show, your funds will be considered a donation to the Paoli Battlefield Preservation Fund.
Special Pricing for BOTH the Waling Tour and Lecture:
As a special offer, if you want to purchase both the walking tour and the dinner/lecture, we are offering a discounted rate of $74.99 per person (savings of $10 per person). Please act now as we only have a limited number of slots available and this special will fill up quickly.

Local Event: Lauire Hull Paranormal Walk and Dinner/Lecture

Lauire Hull Paranormal Walk and Dinner/Lecture

Please Share!!Join us on Saturday, November 7th, as we welcome experienced paranormal investigator, psychic, and author Laurie...

303 West Lancaster Ave, Suite 2C, Wayne, PA 19087

Alderfer Auction Is Now Open On The Main Line!
We have expanded our local presence with the opening of a new satellite sales office in Wayne, PA. Located at 303 West Lancaster Ave, Suite 2C (above The UPS Store), the office is open weekly on Wednesdays from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and by appointment Monday – Friday.
On Wednesday, November 11th, meet Allyson Babcock,&nbsp; Alderfer Auction's Appraiser and Sales Associate.&nbsp; Allyson is 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.
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 preview@alderferauction.com or call 215-393-3000.
The new location invites the local community to bring in a wide variety of items for evaluation and consignment, including:
Fine Art | Silver | Decoratives | Mid-Century Modern | Coins | Vehicles | Equipment | Historical | Musical Instruments | Collectibles | Estate Sales 
Because the second-floor office is accessible via stairs only, staff are available to meet clients at their vehicles to assist with carrying items.
Alderfer Auction – Wayne 
303 West Lancaster Avenue, Suite 2C 
Wayne, PA 19087 
Located above The UPS Store
Please note that Suite 2C is on the second floor and is accessible by stairs only. If you need assistance carrying your items, there is no need to bring them upstairs yourself. Let us know when you arrive, and a member of our team will gladly meet you at your vehicle to assist.

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We also offer Complimentary Evaluations at our&nbsp;Hatfield location on Tuesdays and Doylestown location on Wednesdays. Details on our website.
In an increasingly automated world, Alderfer Auction remains committed to a personal, human touch. While others are closing their doors to the public, we continue to invest in our communities, our physical locations, and an exceptional customer experience. We invite you to visit us in person at our Hatfield, Doylestown, or Wayne offices—or connect with us online anytime at alderferauction.com.
www.alderferauction.com. Auction Center: Alderfer Auction, 501 Fairgrounds Rd, Hatfield PA 19440. 215-393-3000. Satellite (Sales) Offices: 3359 Durham Rd, Doylestown, PA 18902; 303 W. Lancaster Ave, Suite 2C, Wayne, PA 19087 Members of: NAA &amp; PAA: Designations CAI, MPPA &amp; AAA. USPAP Compliant. | Lic. # AY002260

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Alderfer Auction Is Now Open On The Main Line!
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Black Powder Tavern

Join us on Tuesday, November 17th, 2026, as we are honored to welcome back historian and author Tim McGrath as he presents his award-winning book, James Monroe – A Life. Our lectures are very popular and have sold out in the past so please make your reservations now. Each lecture will be on the 3rd Tuesday of the month. All beverages are included with the exception of alcoholic beverages which can be purchased for an additional charge. The all-inclusive price includes the dinner buffet, non-alcoholic beverages, gratuity, taxes, the lecture, and a donation to the Paoli Battlefield Preservation Fund. Please make your reservation now as there is limited seating. (add Link) Each lecture will be Revolutionary War themed and will begin after dinner in the upstairs seating area. You must settle your bill for any alcohol beverages before you go to the lecture room. Speakers may bring books along to sign and sell after each lecture so make sure to purchase one before you leave. Monroe lived a life defined by revolutions. From the battlefields of the War for Independence to his ambassadorship in Paris in the days of the guillotine, to his own role in the creation of Congress's partisan divide, he was a man who embodied the restless spirit of the age. He was never one to back down from a fight, whether it be with Alexander Hamilton, with whom he nearly engaged in a duel (prevented, ironically, by Aaron Burr), or George Washington, his hero turned political opponent. This magnificent new biography vividly re-creates the epic sweep of Monroe’s life: his near-death wounding at Trenton and a brutal winter at Valley Forge; his pivotal negotiations with France over the Louisiana Purchase; his deep, complex friendships with Thomas Jefferson and James Madison; his valiant leadership when the British ransacked the nation’s capital and burned down the Executive Mansion; and Monroe’s lifelong struggle to reckon with his own complicity in slavery. Elected the fifth president of the United States in 1816, this fiercest of partisans sought to bridge divisions and sow unity, calming turbulent political seas and inheriting Washington's mantle of placing country above party. Over his two terms, Monroe transformed the nation, strengthening American power both at home and abroad. Critically acclaimed author Tim McGrath has consulted an extensive array of primary sources, many rarely seen since Monroe's own time, to conjure up this fascinating portrait of an essential American statesman and president. Tim McGrath has his BA in History, from Temple University in 1974. He is a business executive who lives outside of Philadelphia. He has served on the board of directors of Independence Seaport Museum, Fort Mifflin on the Delaware, New Courtland Elder Services, the Kearsley Retirement Community (founded by Benjamin Franklin’s physician), Philadelphia Senior Centers, and Christ Church Hospital. His many interests, including tennis, horseback riding, and sailing, are limited only by creaking knees and a fickle rotator cuff. Over the years he has written articles on management, U.S. history, and healthcare issues for various newspapers and magazines. With his son, Ted (an award-winning freelance illustrator), he wrote Travels with the Commodore, a children’s book published for the Philadelphia Port Authority’s community reading program. Despite his terrible typing, he’s at work on a new biography on James Monroe for NAL/Penguin Books.

Local Event: James Monroe - A Life

James Monroe - A Life

Join us on Tuesday, November 17th, 2026, as we are honored to welcome back historian and author Tim McGrath as he presents his...

Grundy Museum

Grundy Museum Presents Victorian Holiday House 2026: Travels &amp; TraditionsOur exquisite Victorian Holiday House returns! This year, discover Travels &amp; Traditions, a festive celebration of holiday customs from around the world, inspired by the Grundy Family’s travels! Each room features festive displays from the United States, England, France, Germany, Russia, Italy, and more!
Delight in the Victorian splendor of the Grundy Mansion, beautifully decorated for the season with magnificent Christmas trees. Each room offers a glimpse into the unique holiday traditions, decorations, and customs of different countries and regions, bringing the spirit of Christmas and celebrations from around the world into this historic home in Bristol Borough in Pennsylvania.
Each Christmas tree is lovingly decorated by the Museum’s staff, volunteers, and designer Jimmy Bason Gilpatrick, along with his team from Bird of Paradise Flowers on Mill Street. Their creativity and artistry help transform the Grundy Museum into a spectacular holiday destination filled with timeless holiday season charm and festive wonder.
Victorian Holiday House is a beloved annual tradition and a wonderful way to welcome the holiday season with family and friends!
Join us for <a href="https://app.dvforms.net/api/dv/q028ee" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Opening Night</a> on Friday, November 20, 2026, at 6pm, for a special evening celebrating the magic of the season. Enjoy holiday music, performed by harpist Danielle Lehr Schagrin, and light refreshments in the garden on the Museum’s South Lawn. Book your $50 Opening Night tickets today and be the first to experience the beauty of Victorian Holiday House: Travels &amp; Traditions!
Docent-led Tours are November 21 to December 22, 2026, for just $5! On December 4, 11 and 18, pianist David Dzubinski will play traditional holiday music on our upright Steinway piano. Click <a href="https://app.dvforms.net/api/dv/6vz5jw" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a> for the detailed schedule. All proceeds from Victorian Holiday House support the Grundy Museum’s education programs for all ages.
Parking: Free parking is available at 705 Radcliffe Street (Grundy Library Parking lot at the corner of Dorrance Street and Radcliffe Street).
Restrooms are available.

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Victorian Holiday House 2026: Travels & Traditions

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