POTTSTOWN PA – With the prospect of only partly cloudy skies and daytime temperatures in the high 40s, according to the National Weather Service, Saturday looks to be the best day of the weekend for entertainment choices.
Coincidentally, both Saturday and Sunday are brimming with fun stuff to do. There are an abundance of choices in Pottstown, Boyertown, Trappe, and Schwenksville, so chances are good you’ll find great things close to home to enjoy this weekend. Get out and do something!
Some weekend events are free. Some have fees (labeled as “ticketed”). Some have limitations, registrations, or other conditions. Some may be affected by weather conditions (hint: if unsure, call before you go). Each weekend listing includes a link for more information.
Sunday, Jan. 28
- Colebrookdale Railroad Excursions, two trips: starts 10 a.m., “Engineer For A Day (1 hour);” start noon, “Engineer For A Day (2 hours);” ticketed (separately priced), at the railroad’s station, Washington and 3rd streets, Boyertown PA
- eARTh & Climate’ Exhibit, Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 2 p.m. until April 21, free, annual exhibition of artworks that feature the environment, at Studio B Fine Art Gallery, 39A E. Philadelphia Ave., Boyertown PA
- Exhibit: Native Son: The Life & Art of David Ellinger, (Sundays through July 28) from noon to 4 p.m., ticketed, Ellinger’s paintings reportedly “played a pivotal role in kindling widespread fascination with Pennsylvania German culture during the latter half of the 20th century;” nearly 100 works on display, at the Center for Pennsylvania German Studies in the Dewees Tavern, 301 W. Main St., Trappe PA
Saturday, Jan. 27
- Coffee With A Ranger, 8-10 a.m., join Berks County park rangers for a cup of coffee, a donut, and good conversation, and learn what’s happening in the parks during the winter months, in the barn at the Berks County Heritage Center, 1102 Red Bridge Road, Reading PA
- Live Blacksmithing Demonstration, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. during museum hours, free with ticketed admission, at the Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles, 85 S. Walnut St., Boyertown PA
- Colebrookdale Railroad Excursions, three trips: starts 10 a.m., “Engineer For A Day;” starts 1 p.m., “Snowflake Special: Ridgewood Wine Tasting,” and “Locomotive Cab Ride;” all ticketed (separately priced), at the railroad’s station, Washington and 3rd streets, Boyertown PA
- Cooking Demonstration, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., free ($2 donation appreciated), “stop by the classroom building at Pennypacker Mills for the sights and smells of food that could be found in kitchens of the early 1900s,” at the historic site, 5 Haldeman Rd., Schwenksville PA
- Exhibit: Native Son: The Life & Art of David Ellinger, (Saturdays through July 28) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., ticketed, his paintings reportedly “played a pivotal role in kindling widespread fascination with Pennsylvania German culture during the latter half of the 20th century;” nearly 100 works on display, at the Center for Pennsylvania German Studies in the Dewees Tavern, 301 W. Main St., Trappe PA
- Hibernia Mansion Guided Tour, 11 a.m. to noon, free, view the fully restored and furnished Chester County home of several ironmasters and their families from the late 1700s through the late 1800s, appropriate for all ages but steps and stairs are part of the tour, no pets allowed, at Hibernia County Park, 1 Park Rd., Coatesville PA
- eARTh & Climate’ Exhibit, Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 2 p.m. until April 21, free, annual exhibition of artworks that feature the environment, at Studio B Fine Art Gallery, 39A E. Philadelphia Ave., Boyertown PA
- Hibernia Mansion Guided Tour, 12:30-1:30 p.m., free, view the fully restored and furnished Chester County home of several ironmasters and their families from the late 1700s through the late 1800s, appropriate for all ages but steps and stairs are part of the tour, no pets allowed, at Hibernia County Park, 1 Park Rd., Coatesville PA
- Saturday Craft and Story, starts at 1 p.m., free (more information by e-mail to PRPLyouth@mclink.org), includes a reading of “Scribble Stones” by author Diane Alber, and an accompanying “rockin’” craft, both offered by the Youth Services Department of Pottstown Regional Public Library, at the library, 500 E. High St., Pottstown PA
- Sherma-Con digital and board gamers conference, 2-10 p.m., ticketed, features board games and free-play video game consoles, comic and anime artists, and a cosplay contest; food, snacks, and beverages offered by vendors; registration available online or by phone to 570-420-2808, at the Sherman Theater, 524 Main St., Stroudsburg PA
- “The N Crowd” Improvisational Comedy Show, starts at 8 p.m. (rescheduled from a Jan. 6 weather postponement), ticketed, adult beverages available for purchase before the show, at Steel River Playhouse, 245 E. High St., Pottstown PA
- DJ Saturday at Gatsby’s Pub, 9-11 p.m., free, in the pub at SoulJoel’s at Sunnybrook, 50 Sunnybrook Rd., Pottstown PA
Friday, Jan. 26
- 2024 Members’ Winter Art Exhibit, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily (Mondays to Fridays through Jan. 28, its last weekend), free to attend, featuring art works of members of the Pottstown Area Artists’ Guild, at the MCCC North Hall Gallery, 16 High St., Pottstown PA
- Block and Building Playtime, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., free (sign-in required); blocks and other building toys available for play in the Perkiomen Valley Library auditorium, adults must stay in the room and supervise; at the library, 192 Church St., Schwenksville PA
- Lap-Sit Story Time, 10:30-11 a.m., free, geared toward preschool children ages 0-2, learn some new songs, read some fun stories, play, and socialize, at Boyertown Community Library, 24 N Reading Ave., Boyertown PA
- Preschool Story Time, 11:30-12:30 a.m., free, geared toward preschool children ages 3-5, consists of a book and a fun craft to do with your children, at Boyertown Community Library, 24 N Reading Ave., Boyertown PA
- Colebrookdale Railroad Excursions, two trips: starts at 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., “Engineer For A Day;” both ticketed (separately priced), at the railroad’s station, Washington and 3rd streets, Boyertown PA
- Afternoon Adult Crafting, 1-2:30 p.m., free, “Each session features a new craft and step-by-step instructions to make it, supplies provided; “drop in, have fun, get creative,” at Pottstown Regional Public Library, 500 E. High St., Pottstown PA
- Opening Reception for ‘eARTh & Climate’ Exhibit, Jan. 26 (Friday) from 5-7 p.m., free, awards presentation for an annual exhibition of artworks that feature the environment, at Studio B Fine Art Gallery, 39A E. Philadelphia Ave., Boyertown PA
- Breaking Bread Community Meal, starts at 5:30 p.m., free, open to the public, also offering resource rooms with available clothing and essential supplies, at Royersford Nazarene Church, 127 S. 5th Ave., Royersford PA
- Friday Night Cash Bingo, starts at 7 p.m. (doors open 5 p.m., early bird game 6:45 p.m., walk-ins cutoff 7:15 p.m.), fund-raiser to benefit the Transplant Alliance Foundation, call 484-752-8985 for information, at State Street Entertainment Hall, 651 State St, Pottstown PA 19464
- Salsa & Bachata Dance with Lessons, 7-11:45 p.m., ticketed, lessons from 7-8 p.m. (doors open 6:30 p.m.), full bar inside the dance room and food available for purchase from Gatsby’s Pub, at SoulJoel’s at Sunnybrook, 50 Sunnybrook Rd., Pottstown PA
- Karaoke at The Dutch Tavern, 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., free (but limited to those age 21 and older, at Dutch Cottage Tavern, 1264 Bridge St., Skippack PA
Weekend events are curated from a variety of sources, including public submissions. Got a weekend (Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and federal holiday Mondays) event you’d like us to add? Send it to travelswiththepost@gmail.com.
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