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Here's Weekend Stuff to Do on The Travels Calendar
SunnyBrook Ballroom in Pottstown figures prominently in this weekend’s calendar. It includes several activities available to the public, including a free open house tour Sunday from 1-3 p.m. Advance registration is required

Weekend Stuff April 5-7: A Past Travels Calendar

POTTSTOWN PA – The weekend Travels With The Post calendar offers nearly 50 events and activities awaiting public participation, and about a third of them are free.

Help your children or grandchildren build with blocks in Schwenksville, see art exhibits in Collegeville and Boyertown, learn about 18th Century maritime history in Pottstown, go for a morning bird walk in Upper Pottsgrove, or take a free tour of the fabled SunnyBrook Ballroom … all without charge! Look for the free label on listed events.

Others (labeled as “ticketed”) have fees; you’ll be happily surprised at their quality and variety. 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.

Friday, April 5

  • Female Veterans Needed, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily though April 5, free, Pennsylvania women who served in the armed forces are sought to apply online for participation in a June 10 state Capitol ceremony celebrating their service; female veteran family members deadline for RSVPs and information; prospective participants can upload their stories and material to the office of state Sen. Tracy Pennycuick in Harrisburg PA,
  • Exhibit: “Jamie Wyeth: Unsettled,” 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., ticketed, tracing a persistent vein of intriguing imagery in the career of renowned artist Jamie Wyeth, on display through June 9 at the Brandywine Museum of Art, 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford PA
  • Block and Building Playtime, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., free, adults must accompany children and sign-in is required, Perkiomen Valley Library, 192 Church St., Schwenksville PA
  • Art Exhibit: “Free, Total, Faithful and Fruitful” by Kukuli Velarde, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., free through April 7 in the front and main galleries at the Berman Museum of Art on the campus of Ursinus College, 601 E. Main St., Collegeville PA
  • Secret Valley Expedition train ride, starts at noon, separately ticketed for deluxe coach, dining car, first-class parlor, or lounge car; a la carte snacks and beverages available for purchase, on the Colebrookdale Railroad, 64 S. Washington St., Boyertown PA
  • Butterfly Garden Maintenance at Dragonfly Farm, 1-3 p.m., free, sponsored by the Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy, parking next to the greenhouses, at the farm, 775 Quarry Rd., Harleysville PA
  • Horse Archery, 5-9 p.m., ticketed, limited space and reservations required by calling Heather at 484-319-7859, learn to master bow and arrow skills on the ground and on horseback, sponsored by Tail Spin Stables, 134 Spring Creek Lane, Pottstown PA
  • Funky Friday Cash Bingo, starts at 7 p.m. (doors open at 5 p.m.), ticketed, at State Street Entertainment Hall, 799 State St., Pottstown PA
  • Music: Kathleen Turner Overdrive with Big Blue, starts at 7 p.m., ticketed, at The Gem Spring City Speakeasy, 66 N. Main St., Spring City PA
  • Open Mic Night, 7-9 p.m., free, all skill levels welcome to perform any visual or auditory arts (content must be submitted for approval before the show), snacks and beverages available for purchase, sponsored by Engage Art Studio, at the studio, 1005 Gravel Pike, Schwenksville PA
  • Music: The Sensational Soul Cruisers, 7-10 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.), ticketed, at The SunnyBrook Ballroom, 50 N. Sunnybrook Rd., Pottstown PA
  • Dinner And A Show: “Captain Darling,” starts at 7:30 p.m., ticketed, reservations required and available online, a world premiere by Kate Isabel Foley and directed by Associate Professor of Theater Dr. Meghan Brodie, local restaurants team up with the Collegeville Economic Development Corp. and Ursinus College for a night out at the play and participating local restaurants, held at Lenfest Theater in the Kaleidoscope Performing Arts Center on the campus of Ursinus College, 601 E. Main St., Collegeville PA
  • Music: Karaoke at The Dutch Tavern, 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., free but limited to ages 21 and older, held inside the tavern, 1264 Bridge Rd., Skippack PA
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Tea is served Saturday (April 6) by Keystone Grange No. 2 at Augustus Lutheran Church in Trappe

Saturday, April 6

  • Les Mills Exercise Class launch, 8:05 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., ticketed, offering varied high-intensity interval classes from Les Mills, at the Spring Valley YMCA, 19 W. Linfield-Trappe Rd., Royersford PA
  • Exhibit: “Jamie Wyeth: Unsettled,” 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., ticketed, tracing a persistent vein of intriguing imagery in the career of renowned artist Jamie Wyeth, on display through June 9 at the Brandywine Museum of Art, 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford 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
  • Non-Profit Leadership Workshop, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., ticketed, hosted by Pottstown Community Action, led by Dr. Wesley Proctor “to enhance your leadership skills, network with like-minded professionals, and take your nonprofit ambitions to the next level,” at Montgomery County Community College, North Hall, 16 E. High St., Pottstown PA
  • Art Exhibit: “Free, Total, Faithful and Fruitful” by Kukuli Velarde, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., free through April 7 in the front and main galleries at the Berman Museum of Art on the campus of Ursinus College, 601 E. Main St., Collegeville PA
  • Mini-Z Cup Race for radio-controlled racers, starts at noon (doors open at 8 a.m.), ticketed, featuring raffles, trophies, desserts, and a food truck on site, at Park Lane Hobbies, 1134 Town Square Rd., Pottstown PA
  • Musical Story Hour, starts at noon, free, intended for families with children in preschool through 2nd grade, featuring the trombone and tuba in a story and accompanying music, at the Community Music School, 775 W. Main St., Trappe PA
  • Exhibit: “eARTh & Climate”, 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
  • “4th Annual Ladies Tea,” starts at 1 p.m., ticketed (advance reservations required by e-mail to karogalski@aol.com), conducted by Keystone Grange No. 2 of Collegeville, featuring professionally prepared salad, tea sandwiches, scones, desserts and tea served at your table on three-tier stands, includes a raffle basket table and most creative hat contest, held at Augustus Lutheran Church, 717 W. Main St., Trappe PA
  • The Art of Botanical Illustration, starts at 1 p.m., free (advance registration preferred by calling 610-287-9349, and $2 per person donation suggested), sponsored by the Friends of Pennypacker Mills, see and learn about scientific botanical illustration and its techniques, led by Penn State Master Gardener Sharon Gross, at the Pennypacker Mills Historic Site, 5 Haldeman Rd., Schwenksville PA
  • “A Maritime History of 18th Century Philadelphia,” starts at 1 p.m., free (but a $2 per person donation is suggested); researcher and author Michael Schreiber discusses the power and importance of water in the 18th-century world, including the role of Colonial Phildelphia’s waterfront, stories from docks in the city, and the Potts family wharf for trade of their iron goods across the Atlantic; at Pottsgrove Manor, 100 W. King St., Pottstown PA
  • Ridgewood Wine Tasting on the Secret Valley Line train ride, 1-2:30 p.m., separately ticketed for dining car (limited to ages 21 and older), first-class parlor, or first-class lounge car; wines paired with nuts, cheeses, meats, and crackers, on the Colebrookdale Railroad, 64 S. Washington St., Boyertown PA
  • St. Paul’s Turkey Supper, 3-7 p.m., ticketed, all-you-can-eat includes soup and one dessert while supplies last, take-out available; its accompanying White Elephant Sale starts at 9 a.m., at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, 1312 Old Swede Rd., Douglassville PA
  • Methacton Community Theater Trivia Night, starts at 6 p.m. (doors open at 4 p.m.), ticketed (available online), an annual fund-raiser to benefit Methacton Community Theater, teams of eight participants test their knowledge for prize money, accompanied by a 50-50 raffle and themed baskets, at the Kimberton Fire House, 2276 Kimberton Rd., Phoenixville PA
  • Running of the 7th annual VP Racing Fuels’ Bruce Rogers Memorial Money Maker Race, starts at 6 p.m., ticketed, with a rain date of April 13 (Saturday), featuring Big Block/Small Block Modifieds 50-Laps, Sportsman, in the 62nd anniversary season opener at Grandview Speedway, 43 Passmore Rd., Bechtelsville PA
  • NorCo Fire Company Beef and Beer Fund-Raiser, 6-11 p.m., two bands providing musical entertainment, proceeds support fire company activities, at the fire station, 144 W. Schuylkill Rd., Pottstown PA
  • Performance: Speakeasy Comedy with Rasheed Wesley Jr. and Friends, starts at 7 p.m., ticketed, at SoulJoel’s at SunnyBrook, 50 Sunnybrook Rd., Pottstown PA
  • Music: Brown Sugar, A Rolling Stones Tribute, starts at 7 p.m., ticketed, sponsored by The Soundbank Presents, at The Gem Spring City Speakeasy, 66 N. Main St., Spring City PA
  • Dinner And A Show: “Captain Darling,” starts at 7:30 p.m., ticketed, reservations required and available online, a world premiere by Kate Isabel Foley and directed by Associate Professor of Theater Dr. Meghan Brodie, local restaurants team up with the Collegeville Economic Development Corp. and Ursinus College for a night out at the play and participating local restaurants, held at Lenfest Theater in the Kaleidoscope Performing Arts Center on the campus of Ursinus College, 601 E. Main St., Collegeville PA
  • Music: The British Legends of Rock Show, starts at 7:30 p.m., ticketed, a live all-star band comprised of musicians who toured with bands from The Animals to Led Zepplin and accompanying multimedia production, at The Colonial Theater, 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville PA
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Inside the Classic Auto Mall, 6180 Morgantown Rd., Morgantown, which hosts a swap meet Sunday (April 7)

Sunday, April 7

  • Antique and Classic Auto Parts Swap Meet and Car Corral, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., ticketed, scheduled indoor and outdoor, rain or shine, auto-related items for all makes and models at least 25 years old are welcome, organized by and for more information contact Paul Linkmeyer by e-mail at plinkmeyer@yahoo.com or call 610-430-8432, held at the Classic Auto Mall, 6180 Morgantown Rd., Morgantown PA
  • Morning Bird Walk, starts at 8:30 a.m., free; led by Vince Smith, president of the Valley Forge Audubon Society through the grounds of Althouse Arboretum; dress appropriately for the weather, and bring binoculars; at the Arboretum, 1794 Gilbertsville Road, Pottstown PA
  • Secret Valley Explorers railbike ride, 9 a.m. to noon, ticketed, “a leisurely, pedal-powered adventure into tall forests, where you will cross bridges, chase creeks,” and enjoy picturesque scenery, on the Colebrookdale Railroad, 64 S. Washington St., Boyertown PA
  • Exhibit: “Jamie Wyeth: Unsettled,” 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., ticketed, tracing a persistent vein of intriguing imagery in the career of renowned artist Jamie Wyeth, on display through June 9 at the Brandywine Museum of Art, 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford PA
  • Workshop: Painting With Wool, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., ticketed, instructed by Maria Gio of Mara Effects, participants will “create an 11-inch-by-14-inch flower scene painting in wool” with the finished piece framed under glass, at Regina Marie Designs Fine Art and Crafts Gallery, 4076 Skippack Pike, Skippack PA
  • Art Exhibit: “Free, Total, Faithful and Fruitful” by Kukuli Velarde, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., free through April 7 in the front and main galleries at the Berman Museum of Art on the campus of Ursinus College, 601 E. Main St., Collegeville PA
  • Exhibit: “eARTh & Climate”, 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
  • Open House Tour of Historic SunnyBrook Ballroom, 1-3 p.m., free (but advance registration required, and capacity may be limited), sponsored by SoulJoel’s at SunnyBrook; guided by Amy Daniels, former employee and granddaughter of Ray Hartenstine Sr., the original owner that built SunnyBrook, and by SunnyBrook current owner and author Joel Richardson, at the ballroom, 50 N. Sunnybrook Rd., Pottstown PA
  • Blindfolded Adult Egg Hunt, 2-4 p.m., ticketed, find your share of more than 300 eggs with an assortment of gift certificates, lottery tickets, slushie drink coupons, candy bars, and other gifts; at Ridgewood Winery on Daffodil Hill Farm, 2039 Philadelphia Ave., Birdsboro PA
  • Secret Valley Expedition train ride, starts at 2:30 p.m., separately ticketed for coach, dining car, first-class parlor, or lounge car; depending on car selected an optional boxed lunch and a la carte snacks and beverages available for purchase, on the Colebrookdale Railroad, 64 S. Washington St., Boyertown PA
  • Swing Dance with The Sounds of Sunnybrook, starts at 3 p.m., ticketed, music by a 17-piece band and dance instructions available, bottled water and full beverages bar available, at The SunnyBrook Ballroom, 50 N. Sunnybrook Rd., Pottstown PA
  • High Stakes Bingo, starts at 5 p.m. (doors open at 3 p.m.), at the State Street Entertainment Hall, 799 State St., Pottstown 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.

At top, an assembly of photos taken by Travels With The Post
during November 2023 at SunnyBrook Ballroom