Main Point Books

Main Point Books welcomes Jamie Brenner and Betty Corrello for a 
lively discussion about contemporary romance, writing emotionally 
layered love stories, the appeal of “starting over” narratives, and why 
readers continue to return to stories that balance heartbreak, humor, 
and hope.
This event is in our lower level event space; RSVPS are 
requested via Eventbrite. The event will include a moderated 
conversation, audience Q&amp;A, and book signing.

Local Event: Romance and Reinvention with Betty Corrello & Jamie Brenner

Delaware County

Radnor

Pennsylvania

Romance and Reinvention with Betty Corrello &...

Main Point Books welcomes Jamie Brenner and Betty Corrello for a 
lively discussion about  contemporary romance, writing...

Romance and Reinvention with Betty Corrello & Jamie Brenner

Join us for an evening of poetry with Grant Clauser, Jed Myers, and Mark Danowsky
Main
 Point Books welcomes poets Grant Clauser, Jed Clauser, and Mark 
Danowsky. The evening is a homecoming for Jed, and a chance for you to 
hear new work from Grant and Mark!
This event will be in our lower level event space. RSVPs are requested.
Meet the Poets
Jed Myers,
 a Philadelphia native, studied Creative Writing at Tufts University, 
then trained in medicine and psychiatry, and maintained a therapy 
practice in Seattle for nearly four decades. He’s author of Watching the
 Perseids (Sacramento Poetry Center Book Award), The Marriage of Space 
and Time (MoonPath Press), Learning to Hold (Wandering Aengus Press 
Editors’ Award), and Can’t Be Far (MoonPath Press Sally Albiso Award 
finalist), and six chapbooks. Poems have won awards from Southern 
Indiana Review, Prime Number Magazine, The Southeast Review, Northwest 
Review, River Heron Review, and others. His work has appeared in Prairie
 Schooner, Poetry Northwest, Rattle, RHINO, The Poetry Review, The 
Greensboro Review, and numerous anthologies. He is married to Bracken’s 
founder, the writer Alina Rios.
Grant Clauser’s
 latest book is Temporary Shelters from Cornerstone Press. He is the 
author of five previous books, including Muddy Dragon on the Road to 
Heaven and Reckless Constellations. His poems have appeared in The 
American Poetry Review, Greensboro Review, Kenyon Review, Southern 
Review and anthologies including Keystone Poetry and The Literary Field 
Guide to Northern Appalachia. His books and poems have won numerous 
awards including the 2023 Verse Daily Poem Prize. He’s an editor for a 
national media company and teaches poetry at Rosemont College in 
Pennsylvania.
Mark Danowsky is 
Founder &amp; Editor-in-Chief of ONE ART: a journal of poetry, and 
Poetry Craft Essays Editor for Cleaver Magazine. He curates Stay Curious
 on Substack. He previously served for many years as Managing Editor of 
the Schuylkill Valley Journal. His short poetry collections include Take
 Care (Moon Tide Press), Meatless (Plan B Press), Violet Flame (tiny 
wren lit), JAWN (Moonstone Press), and As Falls Trees (NightBallet 
Press). His poems and other writing have been curated in many journals 
including, Gargoyle, The Summerset Review, Bird Watcher’s Digest, Blue 
Mountain Review, Sheila-Na-Gig, The New Verse News, Mobius: The Journal 
of Social Change, The Broadkill Review, Alba, Modern Haiku. These days, 
he writes quite a lot of haiku and aphorisms.

Local Event: Temporary Shelters, Philly Roots: An Evening of Poetry

Temporary Shelters, Philly Roots: An Evening of...

Join us for an evening of poetry with Grant Clauser, Jed Myers, and Mark Danowsky
Main
 Point Books welcomes poets Grant...

Temporary Shelters, Philly Roots: An Evening of Poetry

Join as "An Evening With Too Many Queer Poets" returns! A 
multi-generational, multi-gender event with poets from across the 
region.
Currently scheduled are: Mónica Gomery, Alison Lubar, Sean
 Hanrahan, Anne Kaier, Amy Beth Sisson, Audrey Zee Whitesides, Chad 
Frame, Tessa Micaela, Tamiko Beyer, Abigail Guidry, and Main Point's own
 Elliott batTzedek. Will there be more? Chances are good!
RSVPs are requested via Eventbrite - walk-ins are welcome as space permits.

Local Event: An Evening with Too Many Queer Poets

An Evening with Too Many Queer Poets

Join as "An Evening With Too Many Queer Poets" returns! A 
multi-generational, multi-gender event with poets from across the...

Our booksellers are multi-talented!
Help us celebrate a reading of Nicholas Wardigo's newest play, "Pillow Fights on Zepplins."
This event will be in our lower level event space. RSVPs are requested via Eventbrite.

Local Event: Pillowfights on Zeppelins: A Reading

Pillowfights on Zeppelins: A Reading

Our booksellers are multi-talented!
Help us celebrate a reading of Nicholas Wardigo's newest play, "Pillow Fights on...

Main Point Books welcomes debut YA novelist Lindsey Olsson and her 
book "To Drown a Witch," in which a criminal and a royal guard are drawn
 into the hunt for a dangerous witch—and an unexpected romance—in this 
YA enemies-to-lovers romantasy, the first in a duology.
This event is in our lower level event space; RSVPS are requested via Eventbrite.

Local Event: Lindsey Olsson, "To Drown a Witch"

Lindsey Olsson, "To Drown a Witch"

Main Point Books welcomes debut YA novelist Lindsey Olsson and her 
book "To Drown a Witch," in which a criminal and a royal...

Main Point Books welcomes author Jackie McMahon with "The Clock and 
Dagger Club," her debut novel in which a murder among a group of golden
 age mystery writers meets a second chance romance. She'll be joined by 
guest host Jenni L. Walsh!
This event will be in our lower level 
event space. Books are available for purchase at registration or at the 
door. RSVPs via Eventbrite are encouraged.
About the Book
"A
 classic 1930s mystery, featuring a group of mystery writers who have 
their own secrets. Worthy of the Golden Age, but with a modern humor and
 edginess to it. A delightful read." – Rhys Bowen, New York Times bestselling author of the Royal Spyness Mysteries
London, 1930. Lucy
 Hubbard is on the cusp of achieving her dreams. With her first mystery 
novel debuting with strong sales and glowing reviews, she's been invited
 by Horace Hazelmoor, the king of crime fiction, to join his elite group
 of writers—the Cloak and Dagger Club. But when Horace is found with a knife in his back...

Local Event: Jackie McMahon with Special Guest Jenni Walsh

Jackie McMahon with Special Guest Jenni Walsh

Main Point Books welcomes author Jackie McMahon with "The Clock and 
Dagger Club,"  her debut novel in which a murder among a...

Elliott batTzedek

June Bakan

Philadelphia Metropolitan Area

Marple Newtown

Bryn Mawr-Gladwyne

Haverford-Havertown

Chester County

Tredyffrin-Easttown

Montgomery County

Ardmore-Merion-Wynnewood

Narberth-Bala Cynwyd

Justin Heinze

Norristown

Springfield

Philadelphia

Philadelphia County

Roxborough-Manayunk

Plymouth-Whitemarsh

St Katharine of Siena

This grand finale of VoxAmaDeus's Season 39 concludes the season as it began, with a celebration of works by the Baroque superstar, J.S. Bach. The program will feature both vocal and instrumental works from among Bach’s prodigious output, including one of his most revered sacred choral works, the Magnificat. Also featured are three favorite concertos: the Violin Concerto in E Major, the Brandenburg Concerto No. 2, and the Piano Concerto in d minor—with Maestro on the Bösendorfer Grand Piano. Don’t miss this exhilarating ending to an amazing Season 39!
Running time: 2 hours - no intermission

Local Event: Bach Magnificat & Concerti

Bach Magnificat & Concerti

This grand finale of VoxAmaDeus's Season 39 concludes the season as it began, with a celebration of works by the Baroque...

Wayne Plein Air is one of the longest-running and most popular outdoor painting events in the country. Visit this season's exhibition at Wayne Art Center through June 20 to experience the 300 paintings created during the 18th Annual Plein Air Festival to&nbsp;see which of your favorite area locations have been painted by our artists!&nbsp; For a complete list of workshops, lectures and artist demonstrations, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://waynepleinair.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">waynepleinair.org.</a>Wayne Art Center Plein Air Gallery Hours:&nbsp; M-F 10-5, Saturday 10-4, Sunday 12-3.

Local Event: Plein Air Exhibition on Display at Wayne Art Center!

Plein Air Exhibition on Display at Wayne Art...

Wayne Plein Air is one of the longest-running and most popular outdoor painting events in the country.  Visit this season's...

Plein Air Exhibition on Display at Wayne Art Center!

Online Auction

Fine Arts and Mid-Century Modern Auction Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 10:00 AM
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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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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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Montgomeryville-Lansdale

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Fine Arts and Mid-Century Modern Auction Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 10:00 AM
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St Martin's Episcopal Church

Join us for a community focused Stream Restoration Planting Day at St Martin's Episcopal Church from 9am - 12pm. Participants are encouraged to invite friends, family, and neighbors and are requested to bring their own gloves and garden tools if available. Snacks provided.

Local Event: Stream Restoration Planting Day

Stream Restoration Planting Day

Join us for a community focused Stream Restoration Planting Day at St Martin's Episcopal Church from 9am - 12pm. Participants...

Bridge Street

Experience a vibrant day of creativity and fun featuring over 100 talented artists showcasing their unique work. The festival offers all day street entertainment with captivating performers to provide an immersive community arts experience.

Local Event: Ninth Annual Phoenixville Art Street Festival

Phoenixville

Ninth Annual Phoenixville Art Street Festival

Experience a vibrant day of creativity and fun featuring over 100 talented artists showcasing their unique work. The festival...

Celebrating Irish influence on America over 250 years!
8th Annual Havertown Irish Festival - FREE ADMISSION thanks to support from the <a href="https://levitt.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Levitt Family Foundation</a> .
WHERE: Haverford School District Admin Building, 50 E. Eagle Road, Havertown, PA 19083
WHEN: Saturday, June 13, 2026 12pm to 8pm
WHAT: Live music, dancers, 2 outdoor stages, more than 20 performers. Crafter Village featuring dozens of handmade crafters and artisans. Beer Garden, Food, Vendors, Kid's Fun Zone
Main Stage Schedule
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 <tbody><tr>
 <td>12:30</td>
 <td>Brian Fox Bagpipe - Procession of Dignitaries</td>
 </tr>
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 <td>12:35</td>
 <td>Isabella Box - US National Anthem</td>
 </tr>
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 <td>12:40</td>
 <td>Shannon Daly - Ireland National Anthem</td>
 </tr>
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 <td>12:45</td>
 <td>Grand Marshal Theresa Murtagh</td>
 </tr>
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 <td>1:00</td>
 <td>No Irish Need Apply</td>
 </tr>
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 <td>2:15</td>
 <td>John Byrne Band</td>
 </tr>
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 <td>3:15</td>
 <td>Emerald Isle Dancers in front of stage</td>
 </tr>
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 <td>3:30</td>
 <td>Runa</td>
 </tr>
 <tr>
 <td>4:30</td>
 <td>Brian Fox Bagpipe</td>
 </tr>
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 <td>5:00</td>
 <td>Tan and Sober Gentlemen 1st set</td>
 </tr>
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 <td>6:00</td>
 <td>KMFL Crew introductions</td>
 </tr>
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 <td>6:15</td>
 <td>Tan and Sober Gentlemen 2nd set</td>
 </tr>
</tbody></table>
Eagle Stage Schedule:
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 <tbody><tr>
 <td>12:00</td>
 <td>Shane Malloy Band</td>
 </tr>
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 <td>12:40</td>
 <td>Alice Marie</td>
 </tr>
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 <td>1:20</td>
 <td>Conor &amp; the Wild Hunt</td>
 </tr>
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 <td>2:30</td>
 <td>Bob Michel &amp; Kirsten Erwin</td>
 </tr>
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 <td>3:10</td>
 <td>Fenian Rams</td>
 </tr>
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 <td>4:00</td>
 <td>Hooligan Jack</td>
 </tr>
</tbody></table>

Local Event: Kelly Center - Irish America 250 - Havertown Irish Festival

Kelly Center - Irish America 250 - Havertown...

Celebrating Irish influence on America over 250 years!
8th Annual Havertown Irish Festival - FREE ADMISSION thanks to support...

Kelly Center - Irish America 250 - Havertown Irish Festival

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Romance and Reinvention with Betty Corrello & Jamie Brenner

JUN

23

6:30 PM

Main Point Books, 116 N Wayne Ave, Wayne, PA

Temporary Shelters, Philly Roots: An Evening of Poetry

JUN

24

6:30 PM

Main Point Books, 116 N Wayne Ave, Wayne, PA

An Evening with Too Many Queer Poets

JUN

25

6:30 PM

Main Point Books, 116 N Wayne Ave, Wayne, PA

Pillowfights on Zeppelins: A Reading

JUL

12

6:00 PM

Main Point Books, 116 N Wayne Ave, Wayne, PA

Lindsey Olsson, "To Drown a Witch"

JUL

14

6:30 PM

Main Point Books, 116 N Wayne Ave, Wayne, PA

Jackie McMahon with Special Guest Jenni Walsh

JUL

22

6:30 PM

Main Point Books, 116 N Wayne Ave, Wayne, PA

Bach Magnificat & Concerti

Plein Air Exhibition on Display at Wayne Art Center!

Fine Art and MCM | Jewelry | Silver | Artwork | MCM | Online Auction

Stream Restoration Planting Day

Ninth Annual Phoenixville Art Street Festival

Kelly Center - Irish America 250 - Havertown Irish Festival

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