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Special Events

 

Penn State Abington Presents

Mural Arts
A Family Event


Fostering Social Change and Community Revitalization

Saturday, May 25
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Penn State Abington


Featuring a mural arts tour aboard a trolley, followed by lunch and
 a hand-on mural painting experience!

Cost
$40 for non-members; $25 for PSAA members, $15 for children age 7-18

Pre-registration required:  ww.alumni.psu.edu/events

Information:  215.881.7800

 

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25th Annual June Fete 5K Run/Walk

Run or walk the beautifully landscaped terrain at Penn State Abington.

Saturday, June 2  

Run begins 8:30 a.m.  Walk  following the Run.  Fun Run – 8:45 a.m.

Chip timing for runners.

New for 2013: 

Participate in the Nike ReUse-A-Shoe program.

Recycle your old running shoes to create new playground surfaces.

Also Featured:

Face Painting ~ Raffles ~ Free Refreshments ~ D. J.

Cots: 
 $25 for 5K Run; $20 for 5K Walk; $6 for Kids 1-Mile Fun Run. 

Proceeds benefit Abington Memorial Hospital’s Safe Harbor Program

which provides free support for grieving children, teens, and their families.

Information and Registration:   

www.amh.org/runwalk.

 

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100th Anniversary June Fete Village Fair

and Horse& Pony Show 2013

Friday-Sunday, June 7-9

Friday: 4:00-11:00 p.m.

Saturday: 10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.

Sunday: 12:00 noon-6:00 p.m.

 

June Fete Fair Grounds

2990 Edge Hill Road, HuntingdonValley

Attractions

Visit decade-themed booths, including the June Fete Merchandise booth
 to collect some special memorabilia.
Continuous Entertainment ~ Amusements and Rides

Marketplace Craft Tent ~ Fireworks at Dusk

Bingo is back!

New this year:  “Fabulous Faces” – face painting by Jane Lashner

Kids Corner for Toddlers

“Pirates of the Caribbean” Treasure Chest

Ping Pong Toss

Belmont Magic Show

 

Saturday

Hunter Horse & Pony Show featuring 3 rings 8:00 a.m.-dusk

Teddy Bear Tea and Pageant (pre register) 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.

12:00-5:00 p.m.Lobster Pot (by Moonstruck)

 

Sunday

The Car Show has been restored!
 Expect to see antique, classic, exotic and special model cars.

 

Food

Refreshment Tent favorites ~ Candy ~ Bake Shoppe ~ Smoothies

Pizza ~ Nachos ~ Original June Fete Iced Tea Punch!

Le Bistro (omlettes and fruit platters)  

Lobster Pot by Moonstruck

Ice cream ~ Funnel Cake

 

Admission

General Admission $4; Children age 5 and under Free

 

Proceeds benefit Abington Health

 

Information

215-481-2500 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

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Roslyn Pet Fair

Bringing together pets, pet owners, and homeless animals in need of adoption.
Welcoming leashed, well-behaved pets!

Saturday, June 8, 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Held on the grounds of Living Word Lutheran Church, 1250 Easton Road, Roslyn

Featuring
Demonstrations ~ Pet Products & Crafts ~ Raffle Prizes

 

 

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1st Annual Ride for A Reason Bike Ride

All levels from novice to more advanced

Sunday, June 9

Features several ride options in Montgomery & Bucks Counties to suit all levels of riders
Ride begins at Jenkintown High School and features a 7-mile Family Fun Ride, a 22-Mile Route and a more challenging 45-Mile Route. 

Start Times:  

On-Site Registration begins at 7:30 a.m.

45 Miles – 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM
22 Miles – 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM
7 Mile Family Friendly – 9:00 AM


 Ride Features 

Free RIDE T-SHIRT while they last. well stocked rest stop at the beautiful Ambler YMCA. well marked roads, cue sheets and maps, free bike mechanics at the start, post ride refreshments

Proceeds benefit Abington YMCA Financial Assistance Fund and Jekintown Rotary.

Information and Registration 

 www.jenkintownrotary.com or Beth Kenas at 215.884.9622 x 1840 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

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2nd Annual Ardsley's Family Day 
 
A Community Family Event
 
Saturday, June 19, 2:00 p.m.
Ardsley Park
Maple & Jefferson Avenues, Glenside
 
Featuring
Car Show ~ Moon Bounce ~ DJ ~ Phillie Phanatic ~ Mummers
Bingo ~ Velcro Wall ~ Face Painting ~ Raffles 
Vendor Village ~ Catered Food
 
Volunteeres Needed!
 
Tickets:  $12.00
 
Information:   
John and Patti at 215-884-6026 or Commissioner Dennis Zappone at 215-887-0224. 

 

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Holy Redeemer Thrift Store Live Auction

 

Sunday, June 23, 3 to 4 p.m.
Holy Redeemer Thrift Store
Town & Country Shopping Centre, 473 E. County Line Road, Hatboro

 

Featuring the Finest
Antiques ~ Art ~ Jewelry ~ Collectibles

 

All proceeds benefit Holy Redeemer Women’s and Children’s Services. 

 

Information: