Upper Perkiomen Valley Library

Dr. Daisy Century will bring this ancient Egyptian pharaoh to life!
The Princess who would be king, daughter of King Thutmose I and Queen Ahmose, Hatshepsut was the fifth Pharaoh of the Eighteenth Dynasty of Egypt. Dr. Century will perform the life of Hatshepsut from when she was a child to a teenager and on to her rise to the throne.&nbsp; Registration is required.&nbsp;

Local Event: Living History- Hatshepsut: Female Egyptian Pharaoh

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Living History- Hatshepsut: Female Egyptian...

Dr. Daisy Century will bring this ancient Egyptian pharaoh to life!
The Princess who would be king, daughter of King Thutmose I...

Living History- Hatshepsut: Female Egyptian Pharaoh

Upper Perk's Knitted Together group&nbsp;is a gathering&nbsp;of veteran and rookie stichers of all types. Chat, stitch, learn a skill, share a skill!
The gathering is facilitated by passionate, self-taught knitter and library staff member, Robyn Kermes. She loves to try out new knitting techniques and has worked with cables, entrelac, stacked stitches, mosaic, and fair isle. Her favorite sweaters are the ones she knit without a pattern. Robyn is very happy to share what she knows, field questions, research answers, and explore whatever interests the group.
Robyn can teach knitting, but the gathering is whatever the group desires- come to knit, crochet, weave, sew, or any other crafting you enjoy.
Robyn can loan you needles and yarn to try out knitting!
Meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month.&nbsp;

Local Event: Knitted Together

Knitted Together

Upper Perk's Knitted Together group is a gathering of veteran and rookie stichers of all types. Chat, stitch, learn a skill,...

Join us for a night of suspense and theories! We meet every fourth Wednesday at 6PM&nbsp;to dissect our latest thriller pick. Whether you're a seasoned sleuth or just here for the plot twists, all are welcome.
“The only thing we love more than a plot twist is talking about one.” Book Selection: July-&nbsp;Listen&nbsp;for&nbsp;the Lie by Amy&nbsp;Tintera&nbsp;

Local Event: Thriller Book Club

Thriller Book Club

Join us for a night of suspense and theories! We meet every fourth Wednesday at 6PM to dissect our latest thriller pick....

This lecture first recounts the extraordinary chain of events leading up to the Howard Carter’s discovery of King Tut’s tomb, then we will see amazing images of the breathtaking array of spectacular ancient artifacts it contained, including gold, precious stones, sculpted alabaster, and beautifully carved wooden objects. Presented by: Stephen “Dr. Steve” Phillips, Ph.D., Penn Museum.

Local Event: Everywhere the Glint of Gold: The Tomb of Tutankhamun

Everywhere the Glint of Gold: The Tomb of...

This lecture first recounts the extraordinary chain of events leading up to the Howard Carter’s discovery of King Tut’s tomb,...

Everywhere the Glint of Gold: The Tomb of Tutankhamun

This simple gesture can save multiple lives! Consider giving!
The library will be hosting a Red Cross blood drive on-site. Go to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/donation-time/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">the Red Cross website</a>&nbsp;or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to schedule an appointment. They may not be able to accommodate drop-ins, so if you're able to make an appointment in advance, please do!&nbsp;
Please note that the Discovery Room will be closed on this date due to the Blood Drive

Local Event: Red Cross Blood Drive

Red Cross Blood Drive

This simple gesture can save multiple lives! Consider giving!
The library will be hosting a Red Cross blood drive on-site. Go...

Build tolerance and understanding through conversation!
This welcoming group meets the first Thursday of the month at 1:00pm to discuss philosophical and ethical questions of the day. They seek to listen, not to persuade.
No registration is necessary, just drop in.

Local Event: Socrates Cafe

Socrates Cafe

Build tolerance and understanding through conversation!
This welcoming group meets the first Thursday of the month at 1:00pm to...

This volunteer-facilitated group meets every second Monday, in the community room of the UPV Library. The group is aimed at creating a community of local writers.
All are welcome!
Registration Not Required

Local Event: Red Hill Writing Group

Red Hill Writing Group

This volunteer-facilitated group meets every second Monday, in the community room of the UPV Library. The group is aimed at...

Have you ever heard of the phrase, 'dressed to kill'? Throughout history, people have worn deadly clothing and makeup just to be at the height of fashion, even if it killed them. Dana Bala will discuss some of the most lethal fashion practices in history, including arsenic in clothing, blazing crinolines, and lead in cosmetics. This talk will be focusing on the Victorian and Edwardian periods, when people were "dressed to kill". She will bring subject appropriate books for visitors to peruse and enjoy.&nbsp; Registration is required.&nbsp;

Local Event: Dressed to Kill

Dressed to Kill

Have you ever heard of the phrase, 'dressed to kill'? Throughout history, people have worn deadly clothing and makeup just to...

Local Event: Knitted Together 

Knitted Together 

This group of adults meets once a month to discuss books of their own choosing. Visitors and newcomers are welcome! Past titles the group has read include&nbsp;Little Women, The Nightingale, 50 Words for Rain, All The Light We Cannot See,&nbsp;and&nbsp;Behind Her Eyes.
Book Selections for 2026:
January- The Heaven &amp; Earth Grocery Store by James McBride
February- Best of All Worlds by Kenneth Oppel
March- The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennet
April- Eleanor Olipant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman
May- Maame by Jessica George
June- Piranesi by Susanna Clarke
July- The Only Woman in the Room by Marie Benedic
August- The Names by Florence Knapp&nbsp;
September- To the Bright Edge of the World by Eowyn Ivey
October- Bel Canto by Ann Patchett
November- The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot
December- The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon
This list is subject to change due to availability&nbsp;

Local Event: Adult Book Club

Adult Book Club

This group of adults meets once a month to discuss books of their own choosing. Visitors and newcomers are welcome! Past titles...

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Alderfer Auction Real Estate Auction
Address: 571 Township Line Rd., Telford PA18969
Bidding starts at $399,000
Buyer's Premium: 8%
Date of Auction:Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 4:00 pm 
Preview and Open House Opportunities:
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 <li>Tuesday, July 21st from 3PM – 5PM</li>
 <li>Tuesday, July 28th from 5PM – 7PM</li>
</ul>
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MLS Number: PABU2126544
Welcome to 571 Township Line Road, a Telford property on a .53-acre lot in the highly desirable Souderton School District, highlighted by an exceptional pole barn and workshop setup.
Perfect for contractors, landscapers, or car enthusiasts, the backyard features a fully insulated 30’ x 28’ Conestoga pole barn equipped with its own 200-amp electrical service, heat, water, and a concrete floor. Additional storage is provided by an attached 2-car garage, a 29’ x 9’ T1-11 shed, and a second storage shed.
This classic 4-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home offers strong bones, a functional layout, and the perfect opportunity for buyers or investors looking to customize the interior to their exact taste. The main floor includes the kitchen, adjacent dining area and living space anchored by hardwood floors, plenty of windows for natural light, and a classic brick accent wall framing a gas fireplace insert. 
Transition seamlessly to the outdoors through the 3-season room, offering a peaceful spot to relax and overlook the backyard. Downstairs, the partially finished basement provides a flexible layout ideal for a recreation room, while a separate utility space houses laundry hookups, a built-in workbench, and a reliable oil furnace newly installed in 2019.
This Telford property combines a home ready for your updates with extensive workspace and storage.
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Local Event: Open House: 4 BR in Telford with Pole Barn & Workshop Setup | Alderfer Auction

Open House: 4 BR in Telford with Pole Barn &...

Alderfer Auction Real Estate Auction
Address: 571 Township Line Rd., Telford PA18969
Bidding starts at $399,000
Buyer's...

Open House: 4 BR in Telford with Pole Barn & Workshop Setup | Alderfer Auction

Ursinus College

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 <li>Movie 1: The classic Disney favorite, Lady and the Tramp <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oVG-vQNbiJQ" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">See trailer</a></li>
 <li>When: Friday, July 24, starting 7 pm.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
 <li>Where: Ursinus College’s front lawn, 601 E. Main St., Collegeville. Bring chairs or blankets to sit on</li>
 <li>Entertainment Before the Movie: Harry Oehler directing his Wind Ensemble (woodwinds, brass, and percussion) playing Disney and other fun tunes from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.</li>
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 <li>Movie: 2: The original Muppet Movie <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q8CTFhIKeZQ" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">see trailer</a></li>
 <li>When: Friday, August 7, starting 7 p.m.</li>
 <li>Where: Ursinus College’s front lawn, 601 E. Main St., Collegeville. Bring chairs or blankets to sit on</li>
 <li>Entertainment Before the Movie: CMS Pianist Alan Dynin will play Disney tunes and old-timey piano music from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.</li>
</ul>
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 <li>PLEASE&nbsp;NOTE: The movies will begin at dusk, about 8:30 p.m.</li><li>Directions and parking for both movies: Moviegoers should drive into the campus via E. Fifth Ave. behind the Collegeville Fire Company building (<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Collegeville+Fire+Co/@40.1911634,-75.457645,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x89c690a2495f5829:0x3c22b5c8d99971c6!8m2!3d40.1910936!4d-75.4553714?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">map it</a>). Park around Corson Hall or in the lots near the Facilities building. There is handicapped parking in the Corson lots. Additional parking is available in the Ninth Ave parking lot adjacent to 179 East Ninth Ave (<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Ninth+Avenue+Lot/@40.1949371,-75.461155,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x89c6910dd5da2245:0x5f4db650f4112bb!8m2!3d40.194933!4d-75.4585747!16s%2Fg%2F11fpjpbfyx?hl=en&amp;entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDUwMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">map it</a>).</li>
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Food
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 <li><a href="https://www.collegevilledevelopment.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">The CEDC</a> will be selling Philly pretzels, freshly made popcorn and water</li>
 <li>La Familia Food Truck&nbsp;will be selling fruit and Dubai cups, milk shakes, fruit smoothies, ice cream, Italian water Ice, nutella and Dubai crepes, acai bowls, Mexican Street Tacos, TexMex quesadillas, tostadas, and corn on the cup.</li>
 <li><a href="https://www.kona-ice.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Kona Ice</a>&nbsp;will be selling water ice.</li>
</ul>
Sponsors
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 <li><a href="https://www.cmsmusic.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Community Music School</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.kimbertonwholefoods.com/locations/collegeville/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Kimberton Whole Foods</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://magicmemories.org/locations/collegeville/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Magic Memories Early Learning Schools Collegeville</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.andrewinsurancepa.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Andrew McGinley State Farm Insurance</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/actionkarateroyersford/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Action Karate Royersford-Collegeville</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.kitchenandcanvas.co/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">KitchenandCanvas.co</a></li>
</ul>

Local Event: Collegeville's "Movie on the Lawn" This Friday Features "Lady & the Tramp"

Collegeville's "Movie on the Lawn" This Friday...


 Movie 1: The      classic Disney favorite, Lady and the Tramp See trailer
 When: Friday,      July 24, starting 7 pm.  
...

Collegeville's "Movie on the Lawn" This Friday Features "Lady & the Tramp"

Perkiomen Valley High School Auditorium

Experience an incredible concert that celebrates our Veterans with music enjoyed by all ages! This must-see production offers general admission for $30.00 while providing free tickets for Veterans, with proceeds donated to the Southeastern PA Veterans Center Residents Welfare Fund.

Local Event: Gary Racan& studio e Band Warriors Rock

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Gary Racan& studio e Band Warriors Rock

Experience an incredible concert that celebrates our Veterans with music enjoyed by all ages! This must-see production offers...

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Alderfer Auction Vehicle, Cycle and Trailer Auction
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From vintage classics and high-performance track stars to rugged off-roaders and reliable daily drivers, this collection has something for every type of enthusiast. 
Vehicles Include: 
1937 Plymouth 
1964 Oldsmobile Cutlass Convertible 
1972 Buick Skylark 
1979 Volkswagen SuperBeetle Convertible 
1981 Yamaha XS400 Motorcycle 
1986 Chevrolet Corvette 
2002 Yamaha XT225 Motorcycle 
2003 Worthington ATV Trailer 
2008 Subaru Forester 
2009 Ford F150 STX 
2010 Porsche Carrera S 
Yamaha TTR 230 Motorbike 
2006 Pace American Trailer
Bid online now through Tuesday, July 28th at alderferauction.com. This auction will begin closing at 7PM at a rate of 1 lot per minute. Active bidding will be auto-extended 1 minute for each lot once it begins to close.
Preview and Pick Up By appt in Hatfield, PA. Inquire about transport. 
AlderferAuction.com. Buyer's Premium Applicable. Auction Center: 501 Fairgrounds Rd, Hatfield PA 19440. 215-393-3000. Satellite (Sales) Office: 3359 Durham Rd, Doylestown, PA 18902. Members of: NAA &amp; PAA: Designations CAI, MPPA &amp; AAA. Certified CSA, USPAP Compliant. AY002260.

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https://phillygirlbook.com/

PHILA, PA, July 8, 2026 – An award-winning book publisher announced a true “Philly Girl” search, inviting locals to nominate themselves or others. The search is for 2 winners who meet the following qualifications:
1)The Philly Girl must have been born or raised in the Philly area (suburbs around the city included).
2)The Philly Girl must have done something positive to change the world. She would be described as a trailblazer, a voice for justice, philanthropic, or an advocate.
The publisher of the new book, Philly Girl: Top 40 Women Who Have Changed the World, is searching for 2 more women to join the 38 already chosen. “We’re looking for the women who are well-known in their communities but may not be well-known to the world. Nominations can also include deceased women who made an incredible contribution that should be included in the book,” explained the publisher.
The women recognized in the book have varied professions in the fields of Entertainment, Justice, Healthcare, Philanthropy and Sports. Some were Trailblazers and others depict women’s role in History. 
Nominations are accepted online at <a href="https://phillygirlbook.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">PhillyGirlBook.com</a> until August 5th, 2026, 11:59pm EDT. There is a nominal fee of $5 which is non-refundable. Details can be found on the website.
Each winner (or nominator if nominee is deceased) will receive5 Printed Books, a Link to the press release announcing their win, and the ability to say “TOP 40 Philly Girl Search Winner” in their bio and personal/professional promotions.
Winners will be announced on <a href="https://phillygirlbook.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">PhillyGirlBook.com</a> by August 19th, 2026. Philly Girl: Top 40 Women Who Have Changed the World will be available on global retail websites and in local independent bookstores September 8th, 2026. More details about the new book will be revealed after the 2 winners have been chosen.

Local Event: Nominations for 2 True “Philly Girls” Closes August 5th 2026

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Nominations for 2 True “Philly Girls” Closes...

PHILA, PA, July 8, 2026 – An award-winning book publisher announced a true “Philly Girl” search, inviting locals to nominate...

Nominations for 2 True “Philly Girls” Closes August 5th 2026

Real Estate For&nbsp;Sale
Address: 56 Gentry Terrace, Souderton PA18964
Lion&rsquo;s Gate 55+ Community
Offered at $535,000

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Contact Sherry Russell at Alderfer Auction for additional information or with questions. <a href="mailto:Sherry@alderferauction.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sherry@alderferauction.com</a> | (215) 378-1251 (mobile)
MLS Number: PAMC2180038
Discover the perfect blend of location, convenience, and unparalleled space at 56 Gentry Terrace, nestled in the highly desirable Lions Gate 55+ community. Renowned for its vibrant, active lifestyle and resort-style amenities, this prime townhouse location in the community coincides with the amenities of the association including a clubhouse, swimming pool, tennis and pickleball courts, shuffleboard, fitness center, and a full calendar of social activities right at your doorstep.
Beyond the unbeatable neighborhood, this Windsor II townhouse stands out for its incredible layout, featuring effortless main-level living paired with a massive amount of additional square footage.
The true crown jewel of this home is the expansive 1,500-square-foot finished walk-out basement. Doubling your usable space, this lower level is an entertainer's and hobbyist's dream, featuring a huge recreation room, a separate sitting area, a convenient half bath, a workshop area and incredible storage capacity. Because it&rsquo;s a true walk-out, it feels bright, open, and seamlessly connects to the outdoors.
Up on the main floor, enjoy comfortable one-level living with 2 suite bedrooms with full baths, a cozy reading den, laundry area, and a 2-car oversized garage. The open-concept living room impresses with 14-foot vaulted ceilings, a gas fireplace, and 5-foot windows that stream natural light throughout the day. Need even more space? The finished upper-level loft with a half bath offers the perfect footprint for a private office or guest quarters.
Step out onto the extended rear deck to unwind against a peaceful backdrop of mature trees. If you&rsquo;ve been searching for a premier 55+ location without sacrificing space, storage, or flexibility&mdash;this is the one



Alderfer Auction &amp; Realty, 501 Fairgrounds Rd, Hatfield PA 19440. 215-393-3000. Satellite (Sales) Office: 3359 Durham Rd, Doylestown, PA 18902. Members of: NAA &amp; PAA: Designations CAI, MPPA &amp; AAA. Certified CSA, USPAP Compliant. Lic. # AY002260

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