Historic Trappe, 151 W Main St, Trappe, PA, 19426

Step into the restored kitchen of the Speaker’s House and experience the flavors of an eighteenth century springtime table. Join hearth cook Ruth Konrad as she guides participants in recreating a seasonal meal drawn from a 1745 German cookbook. Working over an open hearth, you’ll explore the techniques, tools, and ingredients that shaped everyday cooking in early Pennsylvania German households.
Location: The Speaker’s House, 151 W. Main St. Trappe, PA
Cost: $70 Member, $75 Non-Member. Advanced tickets required. This workshop is limited to 6 people.

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Montgomery County

Perkiomen Valley

Pennsylvania

Hearth Cooking Workshop

Step into the restored kitchen of the Speaker’s House and experience the flavors of an eighteenth century springtime table....

The Speaker's House

Enjoy a relaxed summer afternoon at the newly restored Speaker’s House. Guests are invited to savor a selection of light hors d’oeuvres and sweets, accompanied by refreshing iced tea and lemonade.
Take time to stroll through the kitchen garden and join a guided tour of the Speaker’s House, where you’ll learn about the 25 years of careful restoration that brought it back to life. Classic lawn games will be set out for friendly competition and casual fun.
Location: The Speaker’s House, 151 W. Main St. Trappe, PA. Parking is at St. Luke’s Church, 200 W. Main St. Trappe, PA
Cost: $25 per person. Advanced registration required.

Local Event: Garden Party

Garden Party

Enjoy a relaxed summer afternoon at the newly restored Speaker’s House. Guests are invited to savor a selection of light hors...

Historic Trappe

<h2>Wednesday, June 24 &amp; Friday, July 24</h2>
<h2>Tour Times: 10 am to 12 pm and 2 to 4 pm</h2>
Celebrate 250 years of history with a special guided tour of Historic Trappe, exploring how Lutheran families such as the Muhlenbergs were integrally involved in the Revolutionary War. Learn how the war directly impacted Lutherans in southeastern Pennsylvania and enjoy rarely-seen artifacts from historic congregations including Augustus Lutheran, New Hanover, St. Michael's Germantown, and St. Michael's and Zion in Philadelphia. Co-hosted by Historic Trappe and the Lutheran Archives Center at Philadelphia, this anniversary program highlights the faith, community, and cultural traditions that shaped life during the Revolutionary era. Tours are led by a combination of staff including Lisa Minardi, executive director; Christopher Malone, curator; Sheila Joy, archivist; and Haley Wrye, assistant archivist.
Location: Meet at the Dewees Tavern, 301 W. Main St. Trappe, PA
Cost: $25 per person

Local Event: Lutherans and the Revolutionary War

Lutherans and the Revolutionary War

Wednesday, June 24 & Friday, July 24
Tour Times: 10 am to 12 pm and 2 to 4 pm
Celebrate 250 years of history with a special...

<h2>Saturdays, June 27, July 4, 11, 18, and 25</h2>
<h2>Drop in between 10 am and 1 pm</h2>
Kids Dig History is back this summer starting on June 27! Get your hands dirty at the archaeology dig and in the kitchen garden. Screen dirt to look for artifacts such as redware pottery and animal bones, then help wash and dry brush artifacts in the lab. Try your hand at planting, weeding, or harvesting vegetables. Depending on the day, additional pop-up living history programs will be happening simultaneously.
Location: The Speaker’s House, 151 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA
Cost:&nbsp;Free

Local Event: Kids Dig History

Kids Dig History

Saturdays, June 27, July 4, 11, 18, and 25
Drop in between 10 am and 1 pm
Kids Dig History is back this summer starting on June...

St Luke's Fellowship Church

<h2>Tuesday, June 30 at 7 pm</h2>
Join Dr. Emily Sneff, consulting curator and historian at Historic Trappe and a leading expert on the Declaration of Independence, to learn about the content and context of the Declaration of Independence ahead of the 250th anniversary. This program is ideal for anyone interested in exploring the history of this important document before the Houses of Declaration public readings during Fourth of July weekend in Montgomery County and the Dare to Declare events throughout the summer in Chester County. Copies of Dr. Sneff's new book,&nbsp;When the Declaration of Independence Was News, will be available for purchase and signing.
Location: St. Luke's Church, 200 W. Main St. Trappe, PA
Cost: Free

Local Event: Preparing to Declare Lecture

Preparing to Declare Lecture

Tuesday, June 30 at 7 pm
Join Dr. Emily Sneff, consulting curator and historian at Historic Trappe and a leading expert on the...

Celebrate America's 250th birthday in Historic Trappe with a special Independence Day weekend, fun and free for the whole family! On Saturday, July 4, gather at the Speaker's House at 10 am for a special edition of Kids Dig History. At 10:15, there will be a lively fife and drum procession up the street from the Speaker's House to the Muhlenberg House. Children participating in the Kids Dig History program will be given thirteen-star flags to wave in the procession. At 10:30, there will be a stirring reading of the Declaration of Independence from the balcony of the Muhlenberg House. Both houses will be open for tours afterwards, together with the Dewees Tavern. Kids' activities will continue at the Speaker's House all afternoon.&nbsp;

Celebrate America's 250th birthday in Historic Trappe with a special Independence Day weekend, fun and free for the whole...

Historic Trappe, 201 W Main St, Trappe, PA, 19426

<h2>Saturday, July 4, 10 am to 4 pm</h2>
<h2>Sunday, July 5, 12 to 4 pm</h2>
Celebrate America's 250th birthday in Historic Trappe with a special Independence Day weekend, fun and free for the whole family! On Saturday, July 4, gather at the Speaker's House at 10 am for a special edition of Kids Dig History. At 10:15, there will be a lively fife and drum procession up the street from the Speaker's House to the Muhlenberg House. Children participating in the Kids Dig History program will be given thirteen-star flags to wave in the procession. At 10:30, there will be a stirring reading of the Declaration of Independence from the balcony of the Muhlenberg House. Both houses will be open for tours afterwards, together with the Dewees Tavern. Kids' activities will continue at the Speaker's House all afternoon.&nbsp;
On Sunday, July 5, at noon there will be a second reading of the Declaration of Independence from the balcony of the Muhlenberg House. Both houses will be open for tours afterwards, together with the Dewees Tavern. Kids' activities will also be offered at the Speaker's House from 12 to 4 pm.&nbsp;
Bring the whole family and be part of this unforgettable patriotic experience to celebrate America's 250th birthday! Parking is available at St. Luke's Fellowship Church, 200 W. Main Street.
Locations:&nbsp;
The Speaker's House: Kid's Dig History and fife and drum procession
The Muhlenberg House: Houses of Declaration Reading
Cost: Free
This program is part of the Montgomery County Houses of Declaration initiative.

Local Event: Independence Weekend Celebration

Independence Weekend Celebration

Saturday, July 4, 10 am to 4 pm
Sunday, July 5, 12 to 4 pm
Celebrate America's 250th birthday in Historic Trappe with a special...

<h2>July 28–30 (Grades 3-4)</h2>
<h2>August 4–6 (Grades 5-6)</h2>
<h2>9 am to 2:30 pm</h2>
Revolutionary Kids is a new summer day camp for rising 3rd through 6th graders, offered over two weeks this summer on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The first week is designed for rising 3rd and 4th graders, and the second week for rising 5th and 6th graders, allowing activities and instruction to be tailored to each age group. The program introduces children to life in the 1700s through active, inquiry-based learning at Historic Trappe’s sites, including the Speaker’s House, home of Frederick Muhlenberg, first Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives. Camp sessions include hearth cooking, gardening, archaeology, colonial games, paper marbling, and a variety of other colonial crafts. Lessons will be led by Historic Trappe’s museum educators and enriched by outside experts each day.&nbsp;
Location:&nbsp;The Speaker's House, 151 W. Main St. Trappe, PA
Cost:&nbsp;$150 Member (3 days), $175 Non-member (3 days)

Local Event: Revolutionary Kids

Revolutionary Kids

July 28–30 (Grades 3-4)
August 4–6 (Grades 5-6)
9 am to 2:30 pm
Revolutionary Kids is a new summer day camp for rising 3rd...

Meg Stockton

Philadelphia Metropolitan Area

Limerick-Royersford-Spring City

Justin Heinze

Lower Providence

Chester County

Phoenixville

Norristown

Montgomeryville-Lansdale

Lower Gwynedd-Ambler-Whitpain

Pottstown

June Bakan

Tredyffrin-Easttown

Plymouth-Whitemarsh

Delaware County

Radnor

Online Auction

Alderfer Auction Estate&nbsp;Sale in QuakertownBid now on a workshop-focused collection of woodworking machinery, power tools, shop equipment, household goods, and garage items with brands including Delta, Ridgid, Performax, Powermatic, Ryobi, Craftsman, Makita, Bosch, Porter-Cable, DeWalt, Milwaukee, Hitachi, Clarke, General International, Williams &amp; Hussey, and Himiway appearing throughout the catalog.<a href="https://bid.alderferauction.com/ui/auctions/161183?category=All&amp;subCategory=Active" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View and Bid On This Auction</a>
Bid now through Monday, May 18th at alderferauction.com. This auction will begin closing at 8:00 PM at a rate of 5 lots per minute.
Woodworking and shop machinery form the core of the sale, including a Delta ShopMaster AP400 dust collector, Delta ambient air cleaner, Delta bench saw, and Delta tenon jig. Additional stationary equipment includes a General International deluxe table saw, Ridgid wood lathe, Ridgid oscillating edge belt/spindle sander, Ridgid variable speed scroll saw, and Performax 22-44 Plus drum sander. Heavy-duty shop equipment also includes a Powermatic 6-inch jointer, Powr-Kraft metal lathe, Reliant drill press, Reliant spindle shaper, and a Williams &amp; Hussey molding machine with accessories.
Metalworking and fabrication equipment includes a Clarke box and pan metal brake, Ryobi metal cut-off saw, and multiple clamp and vise groupings. Additional workshop infrastructure includes rolling workbenches, sawhorses, pipe clamps, drill bits, and assorted hardware and sanding supplies.
Power tools and handheld equipment include Makita belt sanders, Bosch power tools, DeWalt sanders and plate joiners, Porter-Cable spindle sanders and profile sanders, Ryobi drills and miter saws, and Hitachi compound miter saws. Milwaukee drills, Craftsman routers, Craftsman sanders, and Black &amp; Decker router/jigsaw tables are also represented throughout the catalog. A Kreg Jig pocket-hole system and Badger airbrush equipment add additional specialty shop categories.
Garage and utility items include Dyna-Glo, Dyno-Glo, Red Stone, and HeatMate kerosene heaters, along with shop carts, toolboxes, lubricants, and workshop supplies. Outdoor and transportation items include a Himiway Cruiser Step-Thru electric bicycle.
Additional categories include household and office items such as a Haier compact refrigerator, Roku streaming device, office supplies, and storage items. Surveying and measuring equipment includes a Schneider surveyor’s transit with tripod.
Throughout the catalog, buyers will find woodworking machinery, metalworking tools, stationary shop equipment, power tools, clamps, heaters, garage supplies, and household goods across a wide range of workshop and utility categories.
Across the sale, the catalog includes Delta woodworking equipment, Ridgid machinery, Performax sanders, Powermatic jointers, Craftsman and Makita tools, Bosch and Milwaukee drills, Porter-Cable and DeWalt sanders, Ryobi shop equipment, and additional workshop machinery and household items.
This Quakertown Estate Sale presents a strong selection of woodworking equipment, power tools, and shop machinery supported by garage, utility, and household categories.
Preview: Online Only 
ONE DAY Pick Up Day in Quakertown By Appointment Only:
·Thursday May 21st from 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Buyer’s Premium | 23%
Successful bidders will receive the full pick up address with their invoice and instructions on how to schedule a pick up appointment. 
 
NOTE: If you are unable to make the scheduled pick-up days and would like to inquire about our transport service, please call 215-393-3000 or email <a href="mailto:transport@alderferauction.com" target="_blank">transport@alderferauction.com</a> prior to the auction close. 
For an additional fee, Alderfer Auction may be able to transport your items back to the auction center in Hatfield, PA for you to pick-up within 5 business days. Additional fees will be applied to your invoice for this service. Some items may not qualify for our transport services.

Local Event: Estate Sale with Tools in Quakertown | Shop Equipment | Woodworking

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Quakertown

Estate Sale with Tools in Quakertown | Shop...

Alderfer Auction Estate Sale in QuakertownBid now on a workshop-focused collection of woodworking machinery, power tools, shop...

Estate Sale with Tools in Quakertown | Shop Equipment | Woodworking

Saint Mary Roman Catholic Church

As Memorial Day approaches, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by our brave veterans who have served our country with courage and dedication. It is a time for us to come together as a community and honor their memory.&nbsp; Saint Mary School warmly invites all veterans in our parish and community to join us for our&nbsp;Annual Memorial Day Remembrance&nbsp;on&nbsp;Wednesday, May 20, 2026. We are grateful for the service and sacrifice of all who have served, and it is our honor to recognize you through this special day of remembrance, prayer, and fellowship. Schedule of Events:
<ul><li>8:15 AM&nbsp;– Coffee &amp; Donuts with Fellow Veterans</li><li>9:00 AM&nbsp;– Mass and Remembrance Ceremony</li><li>Lunch to Follow in Hedge Hall</li></ul>
Whether you have served in the military or have loved ones who have, we encourage you to attend and participate in this meaningful tribute. Let us come together as a parish family to honor and remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Kindly RSVP&nbsp;by contacting Saint Mary School at 610.287.7757&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:frontdesk@smsk-8.org" target="_blank">frontdesk@smsk-8.org</a>&nbsp;so we may prepare to welcome you. Saint Mary is located at 40 Spring Mount Road, Schwenksville, PA 19473. We look forward to gathering with you in remembrance and gratitude.

Local Event: Saint Mary Welcomes Veterans to Our Memorial Day Remembrance on Wednesday, May 20th

Saint Mary Welcomes Veterans to Our Memorial...

As Memorial Day approaches, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by our brave veterans who have served our country with...

Saint Mary Welcomes Veterans to Our Memorial Day Remembrance on Wednesday, May 20th

New! Open Consignment Tuesdays are held&nbsp;at our Hatfield location at 501 Fairgrounds Road, Hatfield, PA 19440 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Have artwork, decoratives, jewelry, silver, mid-century modern, coins or collectibles? Have you ever wondered about the value for the intent to sell?
Bring in your items for a free complimentary valuation every Tuesday from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Make an appointment by calling 215-393-3000, emailing <a href="mailto:preview@alderferauction.com">preview@alderferauction.com</a>&nbsp;or walk in. 
Tuesdays: (May 5, 12, 19, 26....)
Address:501 Fairgrounds Road, Hatfield PA 19440
Please note there is a limit of two items per person for these verbal auction estimates; these are informal valuations rather than legal appraisals, and we appreciate your patience as jewelry assessments may require a bit of extra time. If you find yourself with a much larger collection, please email us at inhome@alderferauction.com to schedule a complimentary in-home evaluation.<a href="https://www.alderferauction.com/auctions/detail/bw160775" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Details</a>
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Walk-In Valuation Wednesdays are held at our location at 3359 Durham Rd, Doylestown from 10:00&nbsp;AM - 3:00 PM.
Bring in your items for a free complimentary valuation every Wednesday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Make an appointment by calling 215-393-3000, emailing <a href="mailto:preview@alderferauction.com">preview@alderferauction.com</a>&nbsp;or walk in.
Wednesdays (May 6, 13, 20, 27....)
Address: 3359 Durham Rd., Doylestown, PA 18902 
Please note there is a limit of two items per person for these verbal auction estimates; these are informal valuations rather than legal appraisals, and we appreciate your patience as jewelry assessments may require a bit of extra time. If you find yourself with a much larger collection, please email us at inhome@alderferauction.com to schedule a complimentary in-home evaluation.
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Unable to attend either of these weekly events? Receive a complimentary evaluation in-home or at our Doylestown or Hatfield offices. <a href="https://www.alderferauction.com/services/valuations" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Details.</a>
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Local Event: Complimentary Valuations At Alderfer Auction in Hatfield and Doylestown

Doylestown

Complimentary Valuations At Alderfer Auction in...

New! Open Consignment Tuesdays are held at our Hatfield location at 501 Fairgrounds Road, Hatfield, PA 19440 from 1:00 PM to...

Complimentary Valuations At Alderfer Auction in Hatfield and Doylestown

John James Audubon Center

Join us on May 21st&nbsp;for a journey through Audubon's watershed work in Pennsylvania and Maryland with our Coastal Program Manager Hen Bellman and Delaware River Watershed Program Manager Robin Irizzary.
Explore the Delaware River Watershed with Robin to delve into the importance of habitat in urban and suburban areas around issues such as stormwater management, clean drinking water, and climate resilience.
Hen will discuss our exciting <a href="https://www.audubon.org/mid-atlantic/projects/marshes-tomorrow" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Marshes for Tomorrow</a> initiative in Maryland’s salt and brackish tidal marshes, which constitute a unique environment of more than 69,000 hectacres at the interface of land and sea.
Learn about these fascinating habitats, what we are doing to protect them now and into the future, and what you can do to support us.&nbsp;Light refreshments will be available.Must be 21 years or older to be served alchohol.
Registered encouraged but not required.

Local Event: Birds & Brews: Water for People and Birds

Birds & Brews: Water for People and Birds

Join us on May 21st for a journey through Audubon's watershed work in Pennsylvania and Maryland with our Coastal Program...

Alderfer Auction Real Estate For Sale
Address: 800 Diminjan Lane, Harleysville PA 19438
Offered For Sale at $765,000
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MLS#: PAMC2177744Contact Sherry Russell at Alderfer Auction for additional information or with questions.&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Sherry@alderferauction.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sherry@alderferauction.com</a> | (215) 378-1251 (mobile)
Elegant Colonial Living in Upper Salford!
Situated within the scenic landscapes of Upper Salford Township, the stately Colonial at 800 Diminjan Lane offers approximately 3,288 square feet of living space. This impressive residence offers a flexible 11-room layout, featuring four bedrooms with the potential for two additional rooms on the finished third floor. The heart of the home is the open-concept kitchen, which centers around a functional island and flows effortlessly into the adjacent dining and living areas. For those who love to entertain, French doors lead directly from the kitchen to an outdoor grilling area, while a sophisticated den with vaulted ceilings and a dining room accented by a charming bay window provide ample space for both relaxation and formal gatherings.
This home is a masterpiece of eco-efficiency and high-performance infrastructure. It features a Geothermal HVAC system to provide ultra-efficient heating and cooling with a significantly reduced carbon footprint and lower utility costs. The exterior has been meticulously maintained for longevity featuring Rhino Shield, a flexible, waterproof ceramic elastomeric coating on the stucco and 50-year architectural shingle roof. Supported by a 200 AMP electrical service and a reliable 180-foot deep well, the structural integrity of the property is ready to welcome its new owner.
The exterior highlights continue with copper-toned window awnings, classic dormers, and a sweeping driveway leading to an oversized 864-square-foot garage. This expansive space provides ample room for vehicles and storage, with an additional 680 square feet of unfinished space above offering storage and additional possibilities.Located on a quiet 1.55-acre cul-de-sac, the property benefits from a premier location within the highly-regarded Souderton Area School District. Residents will enjoy being just minutes from the Perkiomen Trail and the Pennsylvania Turnpike, as well as the boutique charm and dining of nearby Harleysville and Skippack.
Corporate: Alderfer Auction, 501 Fairgrounds Rd, Hatfield PA 19440. Doylestown: 3359 Durham Rd, Doylestown, PA 18902. 215-393-3000. See website for Terms &amp; Conditions. <a href="https://www.alderferauction.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">www.AlderferAuction.com</a>. Members of: NAA &amp; PAA: Designations CAI, MPPA &amp; AAA. LIC#AY002260

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