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POTTSTOWN PA – If you want to plan your entertainment beyond a weekend, here’s our solution. It’s the extended calendar for Travels With The Post.

On average, up to half of calendar events listed here are in some way free. The remainder have fees (labeled as “ticketed”). Each weekday or weekend listing includes a green-colored link for more information.

Some have limitations, require registrations, or impose conditions. Depending on location, others may be affected by the weather. Hint: if unsure, call before you go.

No community calendar is ever “complete.” This one is updated is now updated daily, and its contents are constantly changing. Stop back regularly to see what’s new. Got an event you’d like to add? E-mail it to travelswiththepost@gmail.com.

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Thursday, July 3

  • Exhibit: “Absurd Spectaculars,” 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., free admission; Black Moth is a tattoo parlor and art gallery open Wednesdays through Sundays, its July exhibit features “one-of-a-kind fantastical world(s), percolating in metaphors by means of commingling artistic disciplines and subjects;” at Black Moth, 2209 E. High St. Ste. 3, Pottstown PA
  • Norco Fire Company annual Fair, 6-10 p.m. and fireworks scheduled for 9:30 p.m. (rain date July 5 if necessary); free admission (rides, foods, beverages available for purchase); parking available at 745 S. Hanover St., Pottstown (by donation); beer garden opens at 6 p.m. with live music by “Shark Sandwich;” all-you-can-ride wristband offered from 6 p.m. to close (order online or purchase onsite); held on the grounds of the Norco Fire Company, 144 W. Schuylkill Rd., Pottstown PA

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Waving U.S. Flag

Friday, July 4

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Pottstown’s Patriotic 5-K Run starts at 8 a.m. on Independence Day
  • Independence Day Federal Holiday observed
  • 39th annual Pottstown Patriotic 5-K Run, starts at 8 a.m. from and returns to Ricketts Center at Beech and Grant streets, ticketed (entries accepted through race day, sign up early for a better price!), T-shirts guaranteed for those who register by June 20; a portion of fees and all donations benefit the Pottstown Parks and Recreation Department; prizes awarded; register online
  • Independence Day activities in Valley Forge, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free admission; features a historic locale with weather-dependent artillery ring, a reading of the Declaration of Independence, cultural craft demonstrations, living history performances; conducted on the Muhlenberg’s Brigade grounds and at its Visitors Center; held at the Valley Forge National Historical Park, 1400 N. Outer Line Dr., King of Prussia PA
  • Exhibit: “Absurd Spectaculars,” 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., free admission; Black Moth is a tattoo parlor and art gallery open Wednesdays through Sundays, its July exhibit features “one-of-a-kind fantastical world(s), percolating in metaphors by means of commingling artistic disciplines and subjects;” at Black Moth, 2209 E. High St. Ste. 3, Pottstown PA
  • Exhibit: “The Visual Communicators,” 2-9 p.m., free admission; see pieces in this themed display about Juneteenth past, present and future; at the Anno Artem gallery, 1 Security Plaza Ste. 202, Pottstown PA
  • Fireworks in Limerick, the 31st annual show conducted by Waltz Golf Farm, 6-9:30 p.m. (fireworks at dusk, no set time), free admission (donations for parking benefit the Limerick Fire Department); includes food trucks, live music by “AM Radio,” half-price mini-golf after the event; held at the Golf Farm, 303 W. Ridge Pike, Limerick PA
  • Norco Fire Company annual Fair, 6-10 p.m., free admission (rides, foods, beverages available for purchase); parking available at 745 S. Hanover St., Pottstown (by donation); beer garden opens at 3 p.m.; all-you-can-ride wristband offered from 3 p.m. to close (order online or purchase onsite); held on the grounds of the Norco Fire Company, 144 W. Schuylkill Rd., Pottstown PA
  • Fireworks in Phoenixville, start between 9 and 9:30 p.m., free admission; featuring live music, games, food, and other entertainment from 6-10:30 p.m.; bring lawn chairs and blankets, no alcohol, drugs, or pets allowed; held at Dayton Field, Dayton Street, Phoenixville PA
  • Fireworks in Pottstown, start at around 9:30 p.m., free admission; the show represents the culmination of the annual Pottstown GoFourth Festival, which operates from 3-9:30 p.m.; it’s preceded by an East High Street parade at 10:15 a.m.; fireworks are held at Memorial Park, 75 W. King St., Pottstown PA
  • Fireworks in Skippack, start at dusk, free admission; part of the annual Skippack Village Fourth of July Celebration, parade begins at 11 a.m. on Route 73 through the village; followed by a barbecue at Parc Bistro; fireworks to be held at Palmer Park, 4022 Heckler Rd., Collegeville PA
  • Fireworks in King of Prussia, start at dusk, free admission; full celebration 3-10 p.m., foods and beverages from 15 vendors available for purchase, music by “Plush” at 5 p.m.; limited parking available at Phucas Center, 4000 Geerdes Blvd., additional parking across the street; at Heuser Park, 694 W. Beidler Rd., King of Prussia PA

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Saturday, July 5

  • “How We Ate Cooking Adventure,” 10-11:30 a.m., ticketed (space limited, advance registration required online or by calling 215-256-3020 Extension 112); this month’s topic, Anything Dairy; participants will join instructor Alice Wolfgang in creating from recipes in the book “How We Ate” by local historian Alan Keyser; “experiment with historic recipes while enjoying fun and fellowship;” held at the Mennonite Heritage Center, 565 Yoder Rd., Harleysville PA
  • “Kids Dig History” program, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., free admission; children of all ages can get their hands dirty at the Trappe archaeology dig and in its kitchen garden, screen dirt to look for artifacts such as redware pottery and animal bones; try planting, weeding, or harvesting vegetables; held at the Speaker’s House of Historic Trappe, 151 W. Main St., Trappe PA
  • Independence Day Celebration at Historic Trappe, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., free admission; celebrate the spirit of 1776 with a special Independence Day event including at 10 a.m. a special edition of “Kids Dig History,” at 10:15 a.m. a lively fife and drum procession, and at 10:30 a.m. a stirring reading of the Declaration of Independence from the balcony of the Muhlenberg House; the Speaker’s House, the Muhlenberg House, and Dewees Tavern will later be open for tours; parking available at St. Luke’s Fellowship Church, 200 W. Main St.; starts at the Speaker’s House of Historic Trappe, 151 W. Main St., Trappe PA
  • Exhibit: “Absurd Spectaculars,” 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., free admission; Black Moth is a tattoo parlor and art gallery open Wednesdays through Sundays, its July exhibit features “one-of-a-kind fantastical world(s), percolating in metaphors by means of commingling artistic disciplines and subjects;” at Black Moth, 2209 E. High St. Ste. 3, Pottstown PA
  • Exhibit: “The Visual Communicators,” 2-9 p.m., free admission; see pieces in this themed display about Juneteenth past, present and future; at the Anno Artem gallery, 1 Security Plaza Ste. 202, Pottstown PA
  • Norco Fire Company annual Fair, 6-10 p.m., free admission (rides, foods, beverages available for purchase); parking available at 745 S. Hanover St., Pottstown (by donation); beer garden opens at 3 p.m.; all-you-can-ride wristband offered from 3 p.m. to close (order online or purchase onsite); held on the grounds of the Norco Fire Company, 144 W. Schuylkill Rd., Pottstown PA

Sunday, July 6

  • Harleysville Market, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., free admission; its first full market season (it opened in September 2024), anticipating about 100 vendors with a variety of wares and talents; accompanied by live music, food trucks, and other attractions; held at the Harleysville Community Center, 435 Park Ave., Harleysville PA
  • Exhibit: “Absurd Spectaculars,” 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., free admission; Black Moth is a tattoo parlor and art gallery open Wednesdays through Sundays, its July exhibit features “one-of-a-kind fantastical world(s), percolating in metaphors by means of commingling artistic disciplines and subjects;” at Black Moth, 2209 E. High St. Ste. 3, Pottstown PA
  • Exhibit: “The Visual Communicators,” 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free admission; see pieces in this themed display about Juneteenth past, present and future; at the Anno Artem gallery, 1 Security Plaza Ste. 202, Pottstown PA
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Monday, July 7

Tuesday, July 8

Wednesday, July 9

  • Exhibit: “Absurd Spectaculars,” 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., free admission; Black Moth is a tattoo parlor and art gallery open Wednesdays through Sundays, its July exhibit features “one-of-a-kind fantastical world(s), percolating in metaphors by means of commingling artistic disciplines and subjects;” at Black Moth, 2209 E. High St. Ste. 3, Pottstown PA
  • Lecture: “Very Old Schools: Local Education 1720-1850,” noon to 1 p.m., free admission; part of the monthly Brown Bag Lecture series sponsored by KeyBank, historian Bob Wood discusses how churches took the lead in promoting childhood education over a 130-year period; attend in-person or virtually, call 215-679-3103 to RSVP; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA

Thursday, July 10

  • Exhibit: “Absurd Spectaculars,” 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., free admission; Black Moth is a tattoo parlor and art gallery open Wednesdays through Sundays, its July exhibit features “one-of-a-kind fantastical world(s), percolating in metaphors by means of commingling artistic disciplines and subjects;” at Black Moth, 2209 E. High St. Ste. 3, Pottstown PA
  • Pottstown Play Streets at Chestnut Street, 5:30-7:30 p.m., free attendance; the play streets program encourages Pottstown neighborhoods to meet and play on dates spread across the summer; local partners and sponsors provide food, fun, and information on community programs and resources; held on this date at Chestnut Street Park, 114 N. Washington St., Pottstown PA

Friday, July 11

  • Exhibit: “Absurd Spectaculars,” 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., free admission; Black Moth is a tattoo parlor and art gallery open Wednesdays through Sundays, its July exhibit features “one-of-a-kind fantastical world(s), percolating in metaphors by means of commingling artistic disciplines and subjects;” at Black Moth, 2209 E. High St. Ste. 3, Pottstown PA

Saturday, July 12

  • Music: Dan Pell, starts at 11 a.m., free admission (beverages and foods available for purchase); at The Beekeeper’s Café, 206 N. Charlotte St., Pottstown PA
  • “Kids Dig History” program, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., free admission; children of all ages can get their hands dirty at the Trappe archaeology dig and in its kitchen garden, screen dirt to look for artifacts such as redware pottery and animal bones; try planting, weeding, or harvesting vegetables; held at the Speaker’s House of Historic Trappe, 151 W. Main St., Trappe PA
  • Exhibit: “Absurd Spectaculars,” 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., free admission; Black Moth is a tattoo parlor and art gallery open Wednesdays through Sundays, its July exhibit features “one-of-a-kind fantastical world(s), percolating in metaphors by means of commingling artistic disciplines and subjects;” at Black Moth, 2209 E. High St. Ste. 3, Pottstown PA

Sunday, July 13

  • Exhibit: “Absurd Spectaculars,” 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., free admission; Black Moth is a tattoo parlor and art gallery open Wednesdays through Sundays, its July exhibit features “one-of-a-kind fantastical world(s), percolating in metaphors by means of commingling artistic disciplines and subjects;” at Black Moth, 2209 E. High St. Ste. 3, Pottstown PA
  • “Dinner Off Main,” 5-8 p.m. (rain or shine), ticketed (purchase online); drinks and appetizers start at 5 p.m., followed by a 6 p.m. “dining al fresco” community buffet that features foods provided by local restaurants, and craft beer from Troubles End Brewing; accompanied by live music, a garden stroll, and a peek at restoration progress; parking available at the Trappe Shopping Center, accessible via Main Street or Route 113; held at the Speaker’s House of Historic Trappe, 151 W. Main St., Trappe PA

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Monday, July 14

Tuesday, July 15

Mennonite Center Selling Thousands of Books July 15-19
The Mennonite Heritage Center is selling thousands of books July 15-19
  • Used Book Sale, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., free admission; offering “thousands of good-condition used books of general interest” for sale, also CDs, DVDs, and puzzles; rare and collectible books individually priced; categories include fiction and nonfiction, secular and religious, travel, history, children’s, and others, organized by topic; at the Mennonite Heritage Center, 565 Yoder Rd., Harleysville PA

Wednesday, July 16

  • Used Book Sale, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., free admission; offering “thousands of good-condition used books of general interest” for sale, also CDs, DVDs, and puzzles; rare and collectible books individually priced; categories include fiction and nonfiction, secular and religious, travel, history, children’s, and others, organized by topic; at the Mennonite Heritage Center, 565 Yoder Rd., Harleysville PA
  • Exhibit: “Absurd Spectaculars,” 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., free admission; Black Moth is a tattoo parlor and art gallery open Wednesdays through Sundays, its July exhibit features “one-of-a-kind fantastical world(s), percolating in metaphors by means of commingling artistic disciplines and subjects;” at Black Moth, 2209 E. High St. Ste. 3, Pottstown PA
  • Music: Schwenksville Meadow In The Park Concert, 6:30-8:30 p.m., free admission; features “American Ramblers,” called “a high-energy Rock n’ Roll band from the Philadelphia area with a distinct vintage rock” sound, playing classic rock, and original music written by the band; held at Meadow Park, 300 Main St., Schwenksville PA

Thursday, July 17

  • Used Book Sale, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., free admission; offering “thousands of good-condition used books of general interest” for sale, also CDs, DVDs, and puzzles; rare and collectible books individually priced; categories include fiction and nonfiction, secular and religious, travel, history, children’s, and others, organized by topic; at the Mennonite Heritage Center, 565 Yoder Rd., Harleysville PA
  • Exhibit: “Absurd Spectaculars,” 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., free admission; Black Moth is a tattoo parlor and art gallery open Wednesdays through Sundays, its July exhibit features “one-of-a-kind fantastical world(s), percolating in metaphors by means of commingling artistic disciplines and subjects;” at Black Moth, 2209 E. High St. Ste. 3, Pottstown PA

Friday, July 18

  • Used Book Sale, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., free admission; offering “thousands of good-condition used books of general interest” for sale, also CDs, DVDs, and puzzles; rare and collectible books individually priced; categories include fiction and nonfiction, secular and religious, travel, history, children’s, and others, organized by topic; at the Mennonite Heritage Center, 565 Yoder Rd., Harleysville PA
  • Exhibit: “Absurd Spectaculars,” 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., free admission; Black Moth is a tattoo parlor and art gallery open Wednesdays through Sundays, its July exhibit features “one-of-a-kind fantastical world(s), percolating in metaphors by means of commingling artistic disciplines and subjects;” at Black Moth, 2209 E. High St. Ste. 3, Pottstown PA
  • Exhibit: “Submerged,” 2-9 p.m., free admission; a multi-sensory solo exhibition by artist Kat Collins that explores the emotional, ecological, and symbolic depths of water; at the Anno Artem gallery, 1 Security Plaza Ste. 202, Pottstown PA

Saturday, July 19

  • Local Fresh Market at Montgomery County’s Green Lane Park, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., free admission; offering fresh local produce and fruit for purchase, as well as baked goods, hot coffee, cookies, and hand-crafter artisan goods; held at Green Lane Park, 2144 Snyder Rd., Green Lane PA
  • Used Book Sale, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., free admission; offering “thousands of good-condition used books of general interest” for sale, also CDs, DVDs, and puzzles; rare and collectible books individually priced; categories include fiction and nonfiction, secular and religious, travel, history, children’s, and others, organized by topic; at the Mennonite Heritage Center, 565 Yoder Rd., Harleysville PA
  • Exhibit: “Absurd Spectaculars,” 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., free admission; Black Moth is a tattoo parlor and art gallery open Wednesdays through Sundays, its July exhibit features “one-of-a-kind fantastical world(s), percolating in metaphors by means of commingling artistic disciplines and subjects;” at Black Moth, 2209 E. High St. Ste. 3, Pottstown PA
  • Exhibit: “Submerged,” 2-9 p.m., free admission; a multi-sensory solo exhibition by artist Kat Collins that explores the emotional, ecological, and symbolic depths of water; at the Anno Artem gallery, 1 Security Plaza Ste. 202, Pottstown PA

Sunday, July 20

  • Exhibit: “Submerged,” 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free admission; a multi-sensory solo exhibition by artist Kat Collins that explores the emotional, ecological, and symbolic depths of water; at the Anno Artem gallery, 1 Security Plaza Ste. 202, Pottstown PA
  • Exhibit: “Absurd Spectaculars,” 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., free admission; Black Moth is a tattoo parlor and art gallery open Wednesdays through Sundays, its July exhibit features “one-of-a-kind fantastical world(s), percolating in metaphors by means of commingling artistic disciplines and subjects;” at Black Moth, 2209 E. High St. Ste. 3, Pottstown PA
  • Annual “Old Fashioned Ice Cream Social,” 6:30-8 p.m.; sponsored by the Lower Salford Historical and Folklife Society; held at the Heckler Plains Farmstead, 237 Landis Rd., Lower Salford Township PA
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Monday, July 21

Tuesday, July 22

Wednesday, July 23

  • Local Diaper Bank, open 10 a.m. to noon, and 5-7 p.m., on the fourth Wednesday of each month, free admission; provides diapers and cleansing wipes to caregivers in need of products; donations of diapers and wipes also accepted; held at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, 927 N. Franklin St., Pottstown PA
  • Exhibit: “Absurd Spectaculars,” 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., free admission; Black Moth is a tattoo parlor and art gallery open Wednesdays through Sundays, its July exhibit features “one-of-a-kind fantastical world(s), percolating in metaphors by means of commingling artistic disciplines and subjects;” at Black Moth, 2209 E. High St. Ste. 3, Pottstown PA

Thursday, July 24

  • Exhibit: “Absurd Spectaculars,” 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., free admission; Black Moth is a tattoo parlor and art gallery open Wednesdays through Sundays, its July exhibit features “one-of-a-kind fantastical world(s), percolating in metaphors by means of commingling artistic disciplines and subjects;” at Black Moth, 2209 E. High St. Ste. 3, Pottstown PA
  • Pottstown Play Streets at Washington-West, 5:30-7:30 p.m., free attendance; the play streets program encourages Pottstown neighborhoods to meet and play on dates spread across the summer; local partners and sponsors provide food, fun, and information on community programs and resources; held on this date at Washington-West Park, 433 West St., Pottstown PA
  • Music: Limerick Summer Concert featuring “Tucked In,” starts at 7 p.m., free admission; a Phoenixville area band that last year released an extended play recording of “personal stories about life in suburban Pennsylvania;” held at Limerick Community Park, 180 Swamp Pk., Royersford PA

Friday, July 25

  • Exhibit: “Absurd Spectaculars,” 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., free admission; Black Moth is a tattoo parlor and art gallery open Wednesdays through Sundays, its July exhibit features “one-of-a-kind fantastical world(s), percolating in metaphors by means of commingling artistic disciplines and subjects;” at Black Moth, 2209 E. High St. Ste. 3, Pottstown PA
  • Exhibit: “Submerged,” 2-9 p.m., free admission; a multi-sensory solo exhibition by artist Kat Collins that explores the emotional, ecological, and symbolic depths of water; at the Anno Artem gallery, 1 Security Plaza Ste. 202, Pottstown PA
  • Exhibit: “Submerged: Sound Bath,” 6-7 p.m., ticketed (purchase online); described as “an immersive sound bath inside the Submersion exhibition, a restorative journey into the water element through vibration, resonance, and deep listening; at the Anno Artem gallery, 1 Security Plaza Ste. 202, Pottstown PA

Saturday, July 26

  • Exhibit: “Absurd Spectaculars,” 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., free admission; Black Moth is a tattoo parlor and art gallery open Wednesdays through Sundays, its July exhibit features “one-of-a-kind fantastical world(s), percolating in metaphors by means of commingling artistic disciplines and subjects;” at Black Moth, 2209 E. High St. Ste. 3, Pottstown PA
  • “Illuminated Letter Workshop” with Emily Smucker-Beidler, 1-4 p.m., ticketed (purchase online, suitable for ages 13 and older, limited to 10 people); learn to use pen and ink to create an elaborate letter in the fraktur style of the late 1700s; watercolor sets in traditional fraktur colors also will be available to use for this workshop or bring your own, participants can opt to grain-paint their own frame to fit their finished 8×10 piece; held at the Speaker’s House of Historic Trappe, 151 W. Main St., Trappe PA
  • Exhibit: “Submerged,” 2-9 p.m., free admission; a multi-sensory solo exhibition by artist Kat Collins that explores the emotional, ecological, and symbolic depths of water; at the Anno Artem gallery, 1 Security Plaza Ste. 202, Pottstown PA

Sunday, July 27

  • Exhibit: “Submerged,” 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free admission; a multi-sensory solo exhibition by artist Kat Collins that explores the emotional, ecological, and symbolic depths of water; at the Anno Artem gallery, 1 Security Plaza Ste. 202, Pottstown PA
  • Exhibit: “Absurd Spectaculars,” 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., free admission; Black Moth is a tattoo parlor and art gallery open Wednesdays through Sundays, its July exhibit features “one-of-a-kind fantastical world(s), percolating in metaphors by means of commingling artistic disciplines and subjects;” at Black Moth, 2209 E. High St. Ste. 3, Pottstown PA
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Monday, July 28

Tuesday, July 29

Wednesday, July 30

  • Exhibit: “Absurd Spectaculars,” 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., free admission; Black Moth is a tattoo parlor and art gallery open Wednesdays through Sundays, its July exhibit features “one-of-a-kind fantastical world(s), percolating in metaphors by means of commingling artistic disciplines and subjects;” at Black Moth, 2209 E. High St. Ste. 3, Pottstown PA

Thursday, July 31

  • Exhibit: “Absurd Spectaculars,” 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., free admission; Black Moth is a tattoo parlor and art gallery open Wednesdays through Sundays, its July exhibit features “one-of-a-kind fantastical world(s), percolating in metaphors by means of commingling artistic disciplines and subjects;” at Black Moth, 2209 E. High St. Ste. 3, Pottstown PA
  • Inclusive Clay August Thursday Sessions, 1-3 p.m., ticketed (participants must register and qualify); hand-building ceramic art objects for adults with intellectual disabilities using slabs, coils, and pinching techniques; once weekly over four weeks through Aug. 28 (excludes Aug. 21), participants must attend with a support person who remains during the entire class; held at ArtFusion19464, 341 Beech St. Unit 1, Pottstown PA
  • Workshop: “Healthy Cooking With Deb,” 4-6 p.m.; at The Beekeeper’s Café, 206 N. Charlotte St., Pottstown PA
  • Pottstown Play Streets at Spruce Street, 5:30-7:30 p.m., free attendance; the play streets program encourages Pottstown neighborhoods to meet and play on dates spread across the summer; local partners and sponsors provide food, fun, and information on community programs and resources; held on this date at Spruce Street Park, 741 Spruce St., Pottstown PA

Friday, Aug. 1

  • Pottstown Play Streets rain date set-aside, if needed
  • Inclusive Clay August Friday Sessions, 1-3 p.m., ticketed (participants must register and qualify); hand-building ceramic art objects for adults with intellectual disabilities using slabs, coils, and pinching techniques; once weekly over four weeks through Aug. 29 (excludes Aug. 22), participants must attend with a support person who remains during the entire class; held at ArtFusion19464, 341 Beech St. Unit 1, Pottstown PA

Saturday, Aug. 2

  • “How We Ate Cooking Adventure,” 10-11:30 a.m., ticketed (space limited, advance registration required online or by calling 215-256-3020 Extension 112); this month’s topic, “Puddings”/Pies; participants will join instructor Alice Wolfgang in creating from recipes in the book “How We Ate” by local historian Alan Keyser; “experiment with historic recipes while enjoying fun and fellowship;” held at the Mennonite Heritage Center, 565 Yoder Rd., Harleysville PA

Sunday, Aug. 3

  • Harleysville Market, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., free admission; its first full market season (it opened in September 2024), anticipating about 100 vendors with a variety of wares and talents; accompanied by live music, food trucks, and other attractions; held at the Harleysville Community Center, 435 Park Ave., Harleysville PA

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Tuesday, Aug. 12

  • Inclusive Clay August Tuesday Sessions, 2-4 p.m., ticketed (participants must register and qualify); hand-building ceramic art objects for adults with intellectual disabilities using slabs, coils, and pinching techniques; once weekly over five weeks through Sept. 9, participants must attend with a support person who remains during the entire class; held in the Fraley Studio at Historic Yellow Springs, 1685 Art School Rd., Chester Springs PA

Wednesday, Aug. 13

  • Valley Culture Curator Tour, 6-7 p.m., ticketed (limited seats, advance registration required, purchase online); Christopher Malone, curator of the current exhibit “Valley Culture: Constructing Identity Along the Great Wagon Road” describes how Pennsylvania German folk art evolved as settlers moved west; intended to help visitors understand how German settlers transformed artifacts of daily life; held at the Dewees Tavern of Historic Trappe, 301 W. Main St, Trappe PA

Thursday, Aug. 14

  • Music: Limerick Summer Concert featuring The Fabulous Grease Band, starts at 7 p.m., free admission; “a seven-member “Best of the 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s rock ‘n’ roll party band;” held at Limerick Community Park, 180 Swamp Pk., Royersford PA

Saturday, Aug. 16

Wednesday, Aug. 20

  • Music: Schwenksville Meadow In The Park Concert, 6-8 p.m., free admission; from 6-8 p.m., the Meadow will howl with “River Dawgs.” The band channels “a Philly powered-western vibe to deliver an eclectic array of classic country to modern rock sons held at Meadow Park, 300 Main St., Schwenksville PA

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Saturday, Sept. 6

  • “How We Ate Cooking Adventure,” 10-11:30 a.m., ticketed (space limited, advance registration required online or by calling 215-256-3020 Extension 112); this month’s topic, “Anything Apple; participants will join instructor Alice Wolfgang in creating from recipes in the book “How We Ate” by local historian Alan Keyser; “experiment with historic recipes while enjoying fun and fellowship;” held at the Mennonite Heritage Center, 565 Yoder Rd., Harleysville PA

Sunday, Sept. 7

  • Harleysville Market, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., free admission; its first full market season (it opened in September 2024), anticipating about 100 vendors with a variety of wares and talents; accompanied by live music, food trucks, and other attractions; held at the Harleysville Community Center, 435 Park Ave., Harleysville PA

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Saturday, Sept. 13

  • 2nd annual Rose Squared Art Show, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., free admission; presenting 100+ artisans with works in apothecary, artisanal foods, ceramics, jewelry, wood, digital art, decorative and wearable fiber, furniture, glass, painting, 2D and 3D mixed media and photography also a selection of food trucks and breweries, and ample free parking; held rain or shine at the Ludwig’s Corner Horse Show Arena, 1326 Pottstown Pk., Glenmoore PA

Sunday, Sept. 14

  • 2nd annual Rose Squared Art Show, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., free admission; presenting 100+ artisans with works in apothecary, artisanal foods, ceramics, jewelry, wood, digital art, decorative and wearable fiber, furniture, glass, painting, 2D and 3D mixed media and photography also a selection of food trucks and breweries, and ample free parking; held rain or shine at the Ludwig’s Corner Horse Show Arena, 1326 Pottstown Pk., Glenmoore PA

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Wednesday, Sept. 17

  • Local Racing for “Hot Rod Drag Week 2025,” 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., ticketed (children age 12 and younger are free); one of several national races to determine Hot Rod Magazine’s “fastest street car in America;” presented by Gear Vendors Overdrive, race car registration began during February 2025; to be held at Maple Grove Raceway, 30 Stauffer Park Ln., Mohnton PA

Saturday, Sept. 20

  • Local Fresh Market at Montgomery County’s Green Lane Park, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., free admission; offering fresh local produce and fruit for purchase, as well as baked goods, hot coffee, cookies, and hand-crafter artisan goods; held at Green Lane Park, 2144 Snyder Rd., Green Lane PA
  • “The Pennsylvania Derby,” opens at 10 a.m., ticketed; two of the day’s Pennsylvania thoroughbred featured races are each $1 million Grade I stakes races, as well as the Grade II Gallant Bob, a $400,000 stakes race for three-year-olds; held at Parx Racing, 2999 Street Rd., Bensalem PA

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Saturday, Sept. 27

  • Limerick Uncorked 2025 Festival, noon to 5 p.m., ticketed (must be age 21 or older to attend, held rain or shine); featuring products and presentations by local wineries and craft breweries, food and beverages from area restaurants and food trucks, live music, local artisans and their crafts; presented by the Spring-Ford Rotary Club and Limerick Parks and Recreation, with proceeds donated to community non-profits; held at Limerick Community Park, 180 Swamp Pike, Royersford PA

Sunday, Oct. 5

Harleysville Fall Market, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., free admission; its first full market season (it opened in September 2024), anticipating about 100 vendors with a variety of wares and talents; accompanied by live music, food trucks, and other attractions; held at the Harleysville Community Center, 435 Park Ave., Harleysville PA

Saturday, Oct 18

Know What’s Coming Next!, with the Extended Calendar of Travels With The Post

November 2025

Know What’s Coming Next!, with the Extended Calendar of Travels With The Post

Sunday, Dec. 7

Harleysville Christmas Market, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., free admission; its first full market season (it opened in September 2024), anticipating about 100 vendors with a variety of wares and talents; accompanied by live music, food trucks, and other attractions; held at the Harleysville Community Center, 435 Park Ave., Harleysville PA