Weekend Stuff Sept. 5-8: A Past Travels Calendar

POTTSTOWN PA – Plenty of opportunities remain in the Tri-County Area to enjoy great art, fun activities, and cultural experiences, at no charge to the public. On this weekend calendar alone, 14 activities were labeled as free.

If not listed in the weekend calendar as free, some events have required fees (labeled as “ticketed”). Some have limitations, registrations, or other conditions. Some may be affected by the weather (hint: if unsure, call before you go). Each weekday or weekend listing includes a link for more information.

Thursday, Friday, and Saturday (Sept. 5-7) expired listings have been removed.

Top graphic by Classy Cat Studio on Deposit Photos, used under license

Sunday, Sept. 8

• PXV (Phoenixville) Inside Out, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., free to attend, stroll portions of Bridge Street where local businesses have expanded into selected closed-to-traffic sidewalks and streets; Phoenixville calls it “a pedestrian-only street-fair-like environment, on the 100 and 200 blocks of Bridge Street, Phoenixville PA
• Greater Philadelphia Fall Home Show, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., free (with online registration, or ticketed at the door); intended to inspire, motivate and excite those who attend to plan for home improvements, minor renovations, or major remodeling; features “home improvement professionals in a fun, interactive environment;” held at Valley Forge Casino Resort, 1160 First Ave., King of Prussia PA
• “Toy Trains In Motion,” 1-4 p.m., free admission; watch “S-gauge” model trains run on an indoor layout as part of a current exhibit, “Next Stop, Pennsburg: A History of Model Trains,” at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA
• Theater: “First Date” (musical comedy), starts at 2 p.m., ticketed (available online, or by phone at 610-363-7075); a “charming and relatable musical follows a conservative banker and an artsy serial dater as they navigate the ups and downs of a blind date;” at The Barley Sheaf Players Theatre, 810 Whitford Rd., Exton PA
• Music: Heefner Memorial Organ Recital, 4-5:15 p.m., free admission; the first such recital of the academic year, by Ursinus College organist Alan Morrison, featuring works by Brenda Portman, Florence Price, Sharon Willis, Ethel Smythe, Brahms, J.S. Bach, and Georg Böhm; at Bomberger Hall on the Ursinus College campus, 601 E. Main St., Collegeville PA
• General Hospital star Maurice Benard on tour, starts at 5 p.m., ticketed; celebrating 30 years Benard’s portrayal of the iconic character “Sonny” on the television soap opera General Hospital as it celebrates its 60th anniversary, discussing his acting career, life struggles, and the show; at Soul Joel’s at Sunnybrook, 50 Sunnybrook Rd., Pottstown PA
• Music: “Frog Holler,” 5-8 p.m., free admission; in two sets, at Union Jack’s Inn on the Manatawny, 546 Manatawny Rd, Boyertown PA

Photo by Anton Matyukha on Deposit Photos, used under license

Saturday, Sept. 7

• Collegeville Annual Colossal Yard Sale, POSTPONED by anticipated inclement weather to Sept. 14 (Saturday)
• PXV (Phoenixville) Inside Out, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., free to attend, stroll portions of Bridge Street where local businesses have expanded into selected closed-to-traffic sidewalks and streets; Phoenixville calls it “a pedestrian-only street-fair-like environment, on the 100 and 200 blocks of Bridge Street, Phoenixville PA
• Shredding Event and Prescription Drug Take-Back, 9-11 a.m., free, sponsored by the Sanatoga Ridge and Buchert Ridge communities and the Lower Pottsgrove Police Department, at 2461 E. High St., Pottstown PA
• 13th annual Pottstown Pet Fair, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., free admission and free parking; features interactive booths, family activities, and adoptable animals from 50 regional rescue organizations; includes animal healthcare providers, animal welfare agencies, canine bakeries, crafters, pet-centric businesses, and several food vendors; held in in Memorial Park, 75 W. King St., Pottstown PA
• History Tour and Archaeology Dig, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., free, explore a historic mill, its history, and how it operated using water power; bring a pair of gloves and join an archaeological crew to uncover its secrets; scheduled every Saturday through September by the Boyertown Area Historical Society; dig may be affected by inclement weather; at Bahr’s Mill, 84 Sawmill Rd, Boyertown PA
• “Toy Trains In Motion,” 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free admission; watch “S-gauge” model trains run on an indoor layout as part of a current exhibit, “Next Stop, Pennsburg: A History of Model Trains,” at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA
• Greater Philadelphia Fall Home Show, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., free (with online registration, or ticketed at the door); intended to inspire, motivate and excite those who attend to plan for home improvements, minor renovations, or major remodeling; features “home improvement professionals in a fun, interactive environment;” held at Valley Forge Casino Resort, 1160 First Ave., King of Prussia PA
• Phoenixville Blues Festival, noon to 10 p.m., free admission (although donations will be accepted, and a container of canned goods is requested); featuring eight different bands, each with roughly 60 or 90 minute sets; an estimated turnout of 4,000 or more people is expected; event proceeds benefit several non-profit organizations; held at Reeves Park, 148 3rd Ave., Phoenixville PA
• Lower Pottsgrove Township Community Day, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (rain or shine), free admission; featuring police cars, fire trucks, pumpkin painting, crafts and activities, and foods for purchase; held at Lower Pottsgrove Elementary School, 1329 Buchert Rd., Pottstown PA
• Music: “End of the Innocence,” 7-11 p.m., ticketed (suitable for all ages); “covers of all your favorite Eagles songs featuring Don Henley, plus his solo hits,” at Rivet: Canteen and Assembly, 238 E. High St., Pottstown PA
• Theater: “First Date” (musical comedy), starts at 8 p.m., ticketed (available online, or by phone at 610-363-7075); a “charming and relatable musical follows a conservative banker and an artsy serial dater as they navigate the ups and downs of a blind date;” at The Barley Sheaf Players Theatre, 810 Whitford Rd., Exton PA

Pet Fair photo by Travels With The Post

Calendar 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 to see on the calendar? Send it to travelswiththepost@gmail.com.