Maureen McCooey

Chester County

June Bakan

Philadelphia Metropolitan Area

Malvern

Pennsylvania

Tredyffrin-Easttown

Justin Heinze

West Chester

Delaware County

Marple Newtown

Phoenixville

Media

Radnor

Montgomery County

Lower Providence

Haverford-Havertown

Springfield

Bryn Mawr-Gladwyne

Easttown Library

We tend to think of intelligence as something innate and genetic. Is it? Our speaker Shannon Almquist will discuss&nbsp;how cognitive development happens in a child, and, surprise, it is not an automatic result of reaching a certain age. It is the outcome of intentional mediation of a child’s experience by an invested adult (parent, grandparent, teacher, or mentor). She will discuss what she has done and&nbsp;discovered in this process. How did we learn to think? What is the difference between knowledge and reason? What is IQ and how does it determine someone’s life? What is potential and can it be measured?Shannon Almquist is a graduate of Indiana University with double majors in English and German. She has taught every age from 4th grade through adult, loving each grade for different reasons. (Locally she taught at Cheltenham High School). Later in her career she trained parents and teachers in cognitive rehabilitation, working around the world in places such as India, Denmark, Israel and Australia as well as in the U.S. Throughout this time she and her family lived in the various towns where her husband Roy was a pastor, and later the Bishop of the Lutheran Church in the Philadelphia area.This program is a presentation of AAUW Valley Forge.The program is FREE, everyone is welcome, and there will be snacks! Do come to this thought-provoking presentation.www.aauwvalleyforge.org

Local Event: Can Intelligence be Taught?

Can Intelligence be Taught?

 We tend to think of intelligence as something innate and genetic. Is it? Our speaker Shannon Almquist will discuss how...

Fun Dungeon - Brewcade & Billiards

We're throwing a HOUSE PARTY... And you're ALL invited! 🎉🍻
On Saturday, November 14th at 8PM, we're turning the Dungeon into the ultimate house party — minus the angry neighbors, broken furniture, and cops showing up to shut things down. 😎
Just $15 gets you through the door and unlocks a whole night of unlimited FUN!
🎮 PLAY — Unlimited arcade games, pinball, pool, darts, and more... PLUS we're breaking out the red cups and ping-pong balls for some good old-fashioned PARTY PONG! 🏓🥤
🍻 PARTY — Grab a drink, make some new friends, and let the good times roll.
⚡ DANCE — We're cranking up the curated party playlist and bringing the vibes all night long.
🛋️ CHILL — Not much of a dancer? No problem. Kick back, hang out, and soak up the atmosphere.
No dress code. No complicated agenda. No pressure. Just good music, great people, bangin' drinks, and a whole lot of FUN.
Whether you're here to dominate the arcade, rule the pong table, tear up the dance floor, or just hang with your favorite degenerates, there's a place for you at this party.
PLAY ⚡ PARTY ⚡ DANCE ⚡ CHILLFB&nbsp;EVENT: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/1FrCyv9LRG/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">facebook.com/share/1FrCyv9LRG/</a>

Local Event: 🏠⚡ House Party in the Dungeon ⚡🏠 

🏠⚡ House Party in the Dungeon ⚡🏠 

We're throwing a HOUSE PARTY... And you're ALL invited! 🎉🍻
On Saturday, November 14th at 8PM, we're turning the Dungeon into...

A Step Above Malvern

Black FriDIY IS ON EARLY Our Biggest Deal Of The Season! November 13th, 14th and 15th&nbsp;ONLY buy $100 in gift cards, get $25 off with promo code:&nbsp;FRIDAY13 *Bonus voucher will be valid 1/1/2027-4/31/27&nbsp;at participating AR Workshop locations only. Cannot be combined with any other promotions or redeemed on previous gift card purchases. Additional terms and conditions may apply. See store for details.*

Local Event: FLASH SALE: BUY $100 Gift Card for $75!!

FLASH SALE: BUY $100 Gift Card for $75!!

Black FriDIY IS ON EARLY Our Biggest Deal Of The Season! November 13th, 14th and 15th ONLY buy $100 in gift cards, get $25 off...

Online Auction

Alderfer Auction presents an estate sale in Wayne, PA that features mid-century modern furniture, original artwork, decorative antiques, fine glassware, porcelain, musical instruments, household furnishings, and outdoor equipment. The collection includes furniture by Lane, Sherrill, Sun Furniture, and John Wanamaker, alongside original paintings, signed prints, Asian decorative arts, vintage accessories, and practical household items.<a href="https://bid.alderferauction.com/ui/auctions/172112?category=All&amp;subCategory=Active" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View and Bid On This Auction</a>
Bid online now through Monday, November 16th at alderferauction.com. This auction will begin closing at 8:00 PM at a rate of 5 lots per minute.
Mid-century modern furniture is a prominent category, with an extension dining table, Sun Furniture dining chairs, a Sherrill chevron-upholstered sofa, and a mid-century wall unit with a bar and desk compartment. Additional furnishings include glass-topped side tables, a chrome-and-glass coffee table, a coffee table with a cane shelf, and a wood slat bench. Bedroom furniture features a coordinated selection of Lane pieces, including a headboard and bed frame, chest of drawers, double dresser, wall mirror, and nightstands. Other Lane furniture includes a campaign-style dresser, nightstand, and corner desk.
Original artwork and works on paper form another significant category. The selection includes paintings and drawings by Floretta Schiff Mostovoy, with oil paintings, figure studies, portraits, and watercolors. Works by Leonard Baskin include a signed woodcut print titled Merlin and additional framed prints. Other artwork includes an Inuit print by Angotigulu, signed block prints, architectural prints, coastal landscapes, still lifes, and framed photographs. Japanese woodblock prints and Chinese shan shui-style paintings on silk are also represented.
Decorative arts include a Lalique Dampierre frosted crystal vase, a Kedelv art glass centerpiece bowl, and a sommerso glass vase. Porcelain offerings feature Lladró and Paragon figurines, Belleek, Sadler, Spode, and Johnson Brothers Old English Guildford dinnerware. Additional tableware includes etched crystal stemware, Japanese Saiho Edo Kiriko cut-to-clear glassware, Hankook bone china, and Japanese stoneware.
Asian decorative objects include cloisonné and champlevé enamel pieces, a Mount Fuji decorative plate, a Japanese-style dragon tea set, and woven textiles. Other decorative accessories include Laurel Lamp Co. Swedish brass table lamps, Jaru ceramic bookends, a Whitehall Hammond green onyx clock, and a carved wooden turtle mask from Papua New Guinea.
Musical instruments include a Bundy alto saxophone, John Juzek violin, and Kurt Reichel viola, each accompanied by cases or accessories. Vintage personal accessories include a Coach handbag, leather bags, evening purses, hats, scarves, and gloves.
Household furnishings and equipment include rugs, quilts, kitchenware, small appliances, storage furniture, and a Wild Heerbrugg M3Z stereo microscope. Outdoor and recreational items feature Raleigh, Lotus, and GT bicycles, a Honda HS621 snow blower, patio furniture, cast stone planters, gardening tools, and a Broil-Mate propane grill.


Downsizing or want to learn more on how to sell the contents of your home? Alderfer Auction can sort, lot, catalog, photograph, sell online, have supervised pick-up with minimal traffic through your home and you are paid in 21 business days. Let us help you get started! Call 215-393-3000 or <a href="https://www.alderferauction.com/contact" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">contact us online.</a>
Buyer’s Premium Applies. AlderferAuction.com. Auction Center: 501 Fairgrounds Rd, Hatfield PA 19440. Satellite Sales Offices: Doylestown - 3359 Durham Rd, Doylestown, PA 18902; Main Line – 303 W. 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: Estate Sale in Wayne, PA | MCM Furniture | Artwork | Jewelry | Alderfer Auction

Estate Sale in Wayne, PA | MCM Furniture |...

Alderfer Auction presents an estate sale in Wayne, PA that features mid-century modern furniture, original artwork, decorative...

Estate Sale in Wayne, PA | MCM Furniture | Artwork | Jewelry | Alderfer Auction

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...

The Colonial Theatre

Join Phoenix Chamber for a special evening of music, stories, and connection at the historic Colonial Theatre in downtown Phoenixville!
Featuring pianists Nhi Huynh and Ian Moschenross alongside mezzo-soprano Natasha Nelson, this intimate concert brings together beloved classics by Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, beautiful songs by Lori Laitman and Jerome Kern, and the enchanting music of Joe Hisaishi from Studio Ghibli’s Howl’s Moving Castle.
Inspired by our philosophy, “Sip. Listen. Connect.”, Phoenix Chamber invites you to experience classical music in a warm, welcoming atmosphere—whether you’re a longtime music lover or discovering chamber music for the first time.
Tuesday, November 17 | 7:00 PM 
The Colonial Theatre | Phoenixville, PA
Tickets &amp; information: phoenixchambermusic.org

Local Event: Phoenix Chamber: An Evening of Music, Songs & Stories 🎵🥂

Phoenix Chamber: An Evening of Music, Songs &...

Join Phoenix Chamber for a special evening of music, stories, and connection at the historic Colonial Theatre in downtown...

Phoenix Chamber: An Evening of Music, Songs & Stories 🎵🥂

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 18th, meet Brent Souder, Sales Director, Auctioneer and Appraiser for Alderfer Auction.&nbsp;Brent graduated from Mendenhall School of Auctioneering, Highpoint, NC in 1987. He is also a graduate of Certified Auctioneers Institute at Indiana University, with certifications as a&nbsp;Master Personal&nbsp;Property Appraiser (MPPA).Brent's expertise includes jewelry, fine and decorative arts, with a focus on the Pa Impressionists which he has established record sales in his discoveries throughout his 40 year tenure. He is also versed in the sale of Real Estate at auction and assisting sellers navigate the process.
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 | Jewelry | 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.
The Wayne office is 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.
<a href="https://www.alderferauction.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Visit Our&nbsp;Website</a>
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

Local Event: Evaluation Wednesdays On The Main Line | Alderfer Auction

Berwyn

Evaluation Wednesdays On The Main Line |...

Alderfer Auction Is Now Open On The Main Line!
We have expanded our local presence with the opening of a new satellite sales...

Evaluation Wednesdays On The Main Line | Alderfer Auction

Alderfer Auction presents an online Event Décor &amp; Theatrical Props Auction featureing themed decorations, theatrical props, architectural elements, event furnishings, sculptures, decorative lighting, and commercial display accessories.<a href="https://bid.alderferauction.com/ui/auctions/170993?category=All&amp;subCategory=Active" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View and Bid On This Auction</a>
Bid online now through Wednesday, November 18th at alderferauction.com. This auction will begin closing at 8:00 PM at a rate of 5 lots per minute.
Themed pieces include funhouse mirrors, candy pedestal tables, Chinese lanterns, Egyptian sarcophagus decorations, nautical pier props, a replica diving helmet, and oversized novelty decorations. Animal figures include resin lions, tigers, elephants, zebras, penguins, and a koala, along with horse sculptures and decorative deer candleholders.
Theatrical artwork features imagery associated with Wicked, Grease, The Phantom of the Opera, The Lion King, Hairspray, and Fiddler on the Roof. Additional offerings include Art Deco-style artwork, decorative canvas prints, rotating display stands, and foam moon and star decorations.
Architectural and event décor includes decorative columns, Corinthian-style capitals, artificial trees, party chandeliers, mirrored pedestals, and nautical props. Furnishings include painted side tables, a curved banquette, IKEA coffee tables, and decorative benches.
Centerpiece and display accessories include armillary spheres, neoclassical-style baskets, metal obelisks, glass floor vases, candleholders, ceramic planters, and decorative vessels.
Additional offerings include tiki decorations, oversized chess pieces, decorative baseball bats, lobster traps, and a wooden flower cart prop. The selection is suited to event production, theatrical staging, themed installations, and commercial displays.
Buyer’s Premium Applies. AlderferAuction.com. Auction Center: 501 Fairgrounds Rd, Hatfield PA 19440. Satellite Sales Offices: Doylestown - 3359 Durham Rd, Doylestown, PA 18902; Main Line – 303 W. 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: Event Décor & Theatrical Props in Phoenixville, PA | Online Auction November 18th

Event Décor & Theatrical Props in Phoenixville,...

Alderfer Auction presents an online Event Décor & Theatrical Props Auction featureing themed decorations, theatrical props,...

Event Décor & Theatrical Props in Phoenixville, PA | Online Auction November 18th

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.

Local Event: Victorian Holiday House 2026: Travels & Traditions

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Bristol

Victorian Holiday House 2026: Travels & Traditions

Grundy Museum Presents Victorian Holiday House 2026: Travels & TraditionsOur exquisite Victorian Holiday House returns! This...

Date: Monday, November 16, 2026 Location: ChescoBus Coatesville Link service area
&#128652; Your day has places to go. Let&rsquo;s help you get there!
Beginning Monday, November 16, Coatesville Link introduces updated weekday and weekend schedules, revised connections with SEPTA Route 135, and a new way to make midday trips: Rides On Demand.
We know changing your travel routine takes some getting used to. Here&rsquo;s what to know before you go.
Meet your new midday ride Monday through Friday, 9:15 a.m.&ndash;1:30 p.m., Rides On Demand replaces the regular fixed-route service. Book a shared, curb-to-curb ride within the Greater Coatesville area, with select trips to Aldi, Walmart, and Giant. Regular fixed-route service continues outside this midday period.
Book by app or make a call Use the Rides on Demand app, select ChescoBus, and enter your pickup location and destination. No smartphone? Call Krapf dispatch at 610-431-1500 at least 30 minutes before your desired pickup.
Every trip requires a reservation. Remember to book your return ride, too! No same-day bookings are accepted after 1 p.m.
Same regular fare: $3.25.
Before traveling, review the updated timetable at <a href="https://www.chescobus.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.chescobus.org</a>.
Need help understanding the changes? Call TMACC at 610-993-0911 or email <a href="mailto:info@tmacc.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">info@tmacc.org</a>, Monday&ndash;Thursday, 8 a.m.&ndash;4 p.m.
&#128155; Thank you for your patience as we take this next step together. Share this event with a friend, neighbor, or family member who rides and start planning your next ChescoBus trip!

A New Way to Ride: Coatesville Link Schedule...

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