Karen Murray

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Holiday Inn Philadelphia South-Swedesboro

Nerd Fest is a comic book show in the Philadelphia area. Celebrating old and new comics, trading cards, toys and crafts. Meet artists, writers and costume groups. Special guest Neil Vokes. Kids can meet costumed characters from Star Wars. Fun for the whole family. Admission only $5.00. Email Howellmanforyou@aol.com

Local Event: Philadelphia Area Comic Book Festival

Philadelphia Area Comic Book Festival

Nerd Fest is a comic book show in the Philadelphia area. Celebrating old and new comics, trading cards, toys and crafts. Meet...

Philadelphia Ethical Society

What if what you knew about flutes was only part of the story? In the very old days, fluting had heft. These intentional, slow-crafted compositions reconnect to this elemental power. Return to the root through solo woodwind adventures, dark green Zen and forgotten breathing methods.
"It's like solo Jethro Tull ... on Dagobah." [Chauncey B., discogs]
Featuring original compositions plus the occasional Black Sabbath, Jimi Hendrix or John Coltrane arrangement, this is an intentional presentation of the soul-shifting tone of a rare low-pitched, root-end bamboo flute. At the crossroads of solo recital, porch blues, spiritualist séance and cave ritual, we will shift to an elemental perception and participate in a breath-powered odyssey that is both rustic and virtuosic – earthy and ethereal. It will engage subtle-perception and transmit the range of vital energies that saturate primeval nature.
The <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@CorneliusBoots" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Cornelius Boots YouTube channel</a>&nbsp;has over 500 videos of shakuhachi being performed in venues and various natural settings around the world since 2011, and it gives you a sense of the elemental nature music you will be experiencing up close in one of Philadelphia's historic spaces. In 2026, Boots is celebrating 25 years of studying, practicing, teaching and conjuring a new voice for this ancient instrument. The program will include about 9 selections from his growing catalog (about 57 originals and 12 arrangements) of compositions written specifically for this rare woodwind instrument, contextualized by green man folklore, breathing secrets and tales from his variegated woodwinding life.
About the Artist
Cornelius Boots is an internationally active composer-performer, lifelong woodwind innovator and the inventor of chthonic breathing. He is a licensed grandmaster of Zen shakuhachi, creator of progressive rock, jazz and blues styles and repertoire, and a former bass clarinet pioneer. As Philadelphia’s premiere rustic virtuoso, Boots’ purpose is to transmit the spirit of primeval nature through the rigorous artistry and unique tone of the bass shakuhachi flute, honoring the dual regional lineages of John Coltrane (cosmically creative musicianship) and the Wissahickon hermits (devotional nature spirituality). The founder of Black Earth Shakuhachi School, Boots grew up in Yardley where he started playing the clarinet in 1983. His first professional gig was subbing into the Mummers Parade on alto sax in 1988, then he spent 32 years living elsewhere, and now resides in Wyndmoor. In addition to grants, awards, commissions and many recordings, Boots was a featured performer and lecturer at World Shakuhachi Festivals 2016 (Prague), 2018 (London) and 2025 (Texas), World Bamboo Congress 2018 (Mexico), Clarinetfests 2008, 2011 and 2013 and his Sony E3 2018 Ghost of Tsushima live performance has over 6 million views on YouTube.
A three-time graduate of the renowned Jacobs School of Music (BM Classical Clarinet ’97, BS Audio Recording ’97, MM Jazz Studies ’99), Boots’ training and work experience is deep and diverse: jazz saxophonist, swing clarinetist, symphony bass clarinetist, funk and progressive rock bandleader and founder/composer of the world’s only composing bass clarinet quartet, Cornelius continues to develop Hermit Jazz &amp; Nature Blues: a robust, cross-cultural solo style utilizing rare breath-defying techniques and maximum panstylistic prowess.
In 2013, Boots was given the shakuhachi name "Shinzen" (depth Zen or deep Zen). In 2022, he was awarded a Dai Shihan (grandmaster) certificate in for his contributions and innovations.

Local Event: Hermit Jazz: Solo Bass Shakuhachi with Cornelius Boots

Hermit Jazz: Solo Bass Shakuhachi with...

What if what you knew about flutes was only part of the story? In the very old days, fluting had heft. These intentional,...

Hermit Jazz: Solo Bass Shakuhachi with Cornelius Boots

Plumsteadville Inn

Join this scenic 2-2.5 hour guided motorcycle ride honoring veterans and supporting military families. Registration includes a full buffet breakfast at Plumsteadville Inn and admission to the Hot Rods for Homeless Veterans Car Show at the Bishop Estate Vineyard &amp; Winery finish line.

Local Event: Ride For Heroes 2026

Ride For Heroes 2026

Join this scenic 2-2.5 hour guided motorcycle ride honoring veterans and supporting military families. Registration includes a...

Explore how junior boarding helps middle school students build confidence, independence, and readiness for high school.
Discover the benefits of boarding school during the middle school years. Join representatives from 11 junior boarding schools and local educational consultants for an informative panel discussion designed to answer families’ common questions:
<ul><li>What is junior boarding school?</li><li>How can boarding during the middle school years support a student’s academic growth, independence, confidence, sense of belonging, and preparation for high school?</li><li>What is daily life like, and how do schools help students adjust to living away from home?</li><li>How can families determine whether junior boarding is the right fit for their student?</li></ul>
The program will explore academics, residential life, extracurricular opportunities, student support, the admissions process, and preparation for secondary school. Following the discussion, families will have time to meet representatives from participating schools, ask individual questions, and learn more about each school’s distinctive community and programs.
Light refreshments and snacks will be served.
Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. with the program beginning at 6:15 p.m. Families are welcome to arrive later and join us as their schedules allow.
Advance registration is encouraged; walk-ins are also warmly welcomed.
Junior Boarding School Association Member Schools:
<a href="https://www.applewild.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Applewild School</a> — Fitchburg, Massachusetts
<a href="https://www.bement.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Bement School</a> — Deerfield, Massachusetts
<a href="https://www.cardigan.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Cardigan Mountain School</a> — Canaan, New Hampshire
<a href="https://www.eaglebrook.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Eaglebrook School</a> — Deerfield, Massachusetts
<a href="https://www.fayschool.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Fay School</a> — Southborough, Massachusetts
<a href="https://www.fessenden.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Fessenden School</a> — West Newton, Massachusetts
<a href="https://www.hillsideschool.net/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Hillside School</a> — Marlborough, Massachusetts
<a href="https://www.indianmountain.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Indian Mountain School</a> — Lakeville, Connecticut
<a href="https://northcountryschool.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">North Country School</a> — Lake Placid, New York
<a href="https://www.rectoryschool.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Rectory School</a> — Pomfret, Connecticut
<a href="https://www.rumseyhall.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Rumsey Hall School</a> — Washington Depot, Connecticut
Learn more about the <a href="https://juniorboarding.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Junior Boarding School Association</a>.
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Local Event: The Benefits of Boarding During the Middle School Years

The Benefits of Boarding During the Middle...

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The Benefits of Boarding During the Middle School Years

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.
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