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What’s Ahead on the Travels With The Post Calendar

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”). 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.

Each weekday or weekend listing includes a green-colored link for more information.

No community calendar is ever “complete.” This one is updated regularly, and the 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.

This list was last updated Aug. 16 (Sunday) at 6:59 a.m. It currently includes entries for events through Dec. 18.

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August 2026 Calendar

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Sunday, Aug. 16

  • 63rd Annual Philadelphia Folk Festival, performances 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., ticketed; featuring performances from Tom Rush, John Flynn, Eddie 9V, and many more artists across seven stages, accompanied by camping, crafts, food, family fun, and cultural activities for all ages; held at the Old Pool Farm, 1323 Salford Station Rd., Harleysville PA
  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 1-4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA

Monday, Aug. 17

  • Homeowner Incentive Program Information Session, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., free to attend; intended for prospective home buyers to explore funding opportunities, new incentive program increases loan amounts and expands service area; operated by the Hobart’s Run Community organization, and supported by the Pottstown Regional Community Foundation; held at The VIBE Cafe, 249 E. High St., Pottstown PA
  • American Red Cross Blood Drive, 2-7 p.m., free to participate (appointments requested, call 1-800-RED CROSS); held in the social hall at at St. Gabriel’s Church, 127 E. Howard St., Stowe PA
  • Comedy: “Open Mic Night,” starts at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.), free to attend (food and beverages available for purchase, age 18 and older only); “entertaining and unpredictable,” with more than a dozen comedians taking the stage with quick five-minute sets, line-up changes weekly, hosted by Jesse Marchese; presented by Die Laughing, a non-profit raising awareness and funds for the Penn Medicine Lung Transplant Program, free parking; held at Rivet: Canteen & Assembly, 238 E. High St., Pottstown PA
  • Trivia Night, 7-9 p.m., free to attend (food and beverages available for purchase); seating is first come, first served; eat, play, win prizes; held at JJ Ratigan Brewing Company, 227 E. High St., Pottstown PA

Tuesday, Aug. 18

  • Traveling Petting Zoo, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., free to attend; re-scheduled from July 15 due to earlier extreme heat, Swartz Farms is bringing highland cows “for a fun-filled day with adorable farm animals;” scheduled by and held at the Pottstown Regional Public Library, 500 E. High St., Pottstown PA
  • Open Paddle Night, 6-8 p.m., ticketed (online advance registration required); use a Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy kayak to get out and paddle on Green Lane Reservoir; staff members are available to help, paddles and personal flotation devices provided, then chart your own course over two hours; sponsored by the conservancy, held at Green Lake Park’s Walt Day Use Area (follow kayak launch signs) on Walt Rd., Pennsburg PA
  • Comedy: Open Mic Night, starts at 7 p.m., audience members free to attend (performers sign-up onsite at 6:30 p.m.); discover local talent performing live on stage, sit back and enjoy performances with food and drinks available for purchase; held at SoulJoel’s at Sunnybrook, 50 Sunnybrook Rd., Pottstown PA
  • “All Ages Line Dancing,” beginner lessons start 6:30 p.m. and open dance 7-10:30 p.m., ticketed (suitable for all ages, non-refundable); hosted and instructed by “Boot Scootin’ Becky,” full bar available, food available from Gatsby’s Pub 4-8:30 p.m. free parking; no outside food or beverages allowed, $1 bottles of water for sale; held at SoulJoel’s at SunnyBrook, 50 Sunnybrook Rd., Pottstown PA

Wednesday, Aug. 19

  • Senior-Friendly Workout Mix, 10:15-11 a.m., free to attend (advance online registration required); an aerobic approach (considered “dancing for fun) to keep participants mobile, flexible, full-body toned and cardio fit; instructed by Fran; bring water and weights if desired; held at the Boyertown Community Library, 24 N. Reading Ave., Boyertown PA
  • “Elvis-Themed Bingo,” starts at 7 p.m. (doors open at 5 p.m.), ticketed; a fund-raiser that benefits The Carousel at Pottstown, “enjoy an evening inspired by the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll” while competing for $2,550 in cash prizes across 11 rounds of bingo, participants encouraged to dress in their favorite Elvis-inspired attire; full bar available, food from Gatsby’s Pub available for purchase and delivered to players’ tables; held at SoulJoel’s at SunnyBrook, 50 Sunnybrook Rd., Pottstown PA
  • Carillon Concert featuring Anton Fleissner of the Princeton University Carillon, starts at 7:30 p.m. (held rain or shine), free to attend; part of the 2026 Frank P. Law Summer Concert Series presented by the Washington Memorial Chapel; bring appropriate portable seating or ground cover, and snacks or dinner if desired; chapel Cabin Shop open for refreshment purchases; held at the chapel’s Washington Memorial National Carillon, Route 23, Valley Forge National Park, Valley Forge PA

Thursday, Aug. 20

  • “Make It and Take It Art: Pen And Ink Abstractions,” 4-5 p.m, ticketed (intended for ages 6-15); “use comic-book-inspired frames as a starting point for creating non-objective pen and ink abstractions focused on line and texture,” led by artist and educator Jennifer Swenson; part of a 10th anniversary series held at Swenson Studios, 149 Merion Dr., Royersford PA
  • Music: “The Bacon Brothers: People In The World Tour,” starts at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.), ticketed (all seats theatre-style, no standing room only, no meet and greets, non-refundable); opened by pop and country singer-songwriter Kendal Conrad; The Bacon Brothers – Kevin, known worldwide as an A-list Hollywood actor, and Michael, a celebrated and Emmy-winning composer – have spent the better part of three decades creating their own mix of folk, rock, soul, and country music, a diverse sound they call “forosoco;” full bar available inside the showroom, food available before or after the show inside Gatsby’s Pub, free parking; held at SunnyBrook Ballroom, 50 Sunnybrook Rd., Pottstown PA

Friday, Aug. 21

  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA
  • Music: “Camryn Snow,” 7-11 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.), ticketed (suitable for all ages); “heartfelt original music from a talented singer-songwriter, known for honest lyrics and emotional performances;” dinner and drinks available for purchase throughout the night, free parking; held at Rivet: Canteen & Assembly, 238 E. High St., Pottstown PA
  • On Stage: “Rent,” The Musical, starts at 7:30 p.m., ticketed; a Broadway musical that won two national awards, performed with a talented and energetic local cast for six shows Aug. 21-30; following a year in the lives of friends that include filmmakers, musicians, and performers dealing with eviction, addiction, and the HIV and AIDS crisis; at the Reading Civic Theater, in the Reading Mall shopping center adjacent to the Boscov’s East department store, 4350 Perkiomen Ave., Exeter PA

Saturday, Aug. 22

  • Royersford Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to noon, free to attend; providing Royersford residents and neighbors with an accessible and welcoming market, offering locally-sourced and crafted goods from farmers, artisans, and entrepreneurs; located in the parking lot across from Victory Park, free parking, public restrooms, live music; held at 251 2nd Ave., Royersford PA
  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA
  • August Open House Day, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., free (but a $2 per person donation is suggested); “experience history without hustle,” with a self-guided tour of the first floor of the museum; discover special themed on-site activities on colonial currency, artifact interaction, charcoal-making, printing, and 18th-century accounting; held at Pottsgrove Manor, 100 W. King St., Pottstown PA
  • “Back To School Event,” 1-3 p.m., free to attend; includes make and take crafts, character appearances by Mario and Cinderella, spin-to-win giveaway, music from a disc jockey, selfie experiences, balloon twisting, and other activities; held at Center Court of the Philadelphia Premium Outlets, 18 Lightcap Rd., Pottstown PA
  • Back-To-School Event, 1-3 p.m., free to attend; featuring make and take crafts, character appearances with Mario and Cinderella, Sound Sensations DJ, free balloon twisting, free face painting, and other activities; for more information call 610-718-9051; held at Center Court of the Philadelphia Premium Outlets, W. 18 Lightcap Rd., Pottstown PA
  • Music: Montgomery County Concert Band, a porch performance, starts at 4 p.m., free admission (a suggested donation of $2 per person is appreciated); enjoy a summer concert presented by the band, bring a chair or blanket to comfortably during this outdoor performance; sponsored by the Friends of Pennypacker Mills; held at Montgomery County’s Pennypacker Mills historic site, 5 Haldeman Rd., Schwenksville PA
  • Music: The Fallout Fest with six bands: “HNBL,” “Something Evergreen,” “THRODL,” “Confessions Of A Lifetime,” “Nameless Hate,” and “Sun Blind,” 6-11 p.m. (doors open at 5 p.m.), ticketed; “love discovering new music and supporting local artists? Fallout Fest is a chance to find your next favorite band, from crushing metal and progressive rock to hardcore and alternative;” dinner and beverages available for purchase throughout the night, free parking; held at Rivet: Canteen & Assembly, 238 E. High St., Pottstown PA
  • On Stage: “Rent,” The Musical, starts at 7:30 p.m., ticketed; a Broadway musical that won two national awards, performed with a talented and energetic local cast for six shows Aug. 21-30; following a year in the lives of friends that include filmmakers, musicians, and performers dealing with eviction, addiction, and the HIV and AIDS crisis; at the Reading Civic Theater, in the Reading Mall shopping center adjacent to the Boscov’s East department store, 4350 Perkiomen Ave., Exeter PA

Sunday, Aug. 23

  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 1-4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA
  • Summer Luau Party, 1-5 p.m., ticketed; meal price includes a food buffet (one-time through), accompanied by musical entertainment, a best-dressed contest, and limbo contest; a non-smoking event, open to the public; held at the Birdsboro American Legion Post 626, 445 E. Main St., Birdsboro PA
  • On Stage: “Rent,” The Musical, starts at 2 p.m., ticketed; a Broadway musical that won two national awards, performed with a talented and energetic local cast for six shows Aug. 21-30; following a year in the lives of friends that include filmmakers, musicians, and performers dealing with eviction, addiction, and the HIV and AIDS crisis; at the Reading Civic Theater, in the Reading Mall shopping center adjacent to the Boscov’s East department store, 4350 Perkiomen Ave., Exeter PA

Monday, Aug. 24

  • Comedy: “Open Mic Night,” starts at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.), free to attend (age 18 and older only, beverages available for purchase); “entertaining and unpredictable,” with more than a dozen comedians taking the stage with quick five-minute sets, line-up changes weekly, hosted by Jesse Marchese; presented by Die Laughing, a non-profit raising awareness and funds for the Penn Medicine Lung Transplant Program, free parking; held at Rivet: Canteen & Assembly, 238 E. High St., Pottstown PA
  • Trivia Night, 7-9 p.m., free to attend (food and beverages available for purchase); seating is first come, first served; eat, play, win prizes; held at JJ Ratigan Brewing Company, 227 E. High St., Pottstown PA

Tuesday, Aug. 25

  • Open Paddle Night, 6-8 p.m., ticketed (online advance registration required); use a Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy kayak to get out and paddle on Green Lane Reservoir; staff members are available to help, paddles and personal flotation devices provided, then chart your own course over two hours; sponsored by the conservancy, held at Green Lake Park’s Walt Day Use Area (follow kayak launch signs) on Walt Rd., Pennsburg PA
  • Comedy: Open Mic Night, starts at 7 p.m., audience members free to attend (performers sign-up onsite at 6:30 p.m.); discover local talent performing live on stage, sit back and enjoy performances with food and drinks available for purchase; held at SoulJoel’s at Sunnybrook, 50 Sunnybrook Rd., Pottstown PA

Wednesday, Aug. 26

  • Senior-Friendly Workout Mix, 10:15-11 a.m., free to attend (advance online registration required); an aerobic approach (considered “dancing for fun) to keep participants mobile, flexible, full-body toned and cardio fit; instructed by Fran; bring water and weights if desired; held at the Boyertown Community Library, 24 N. Reading Ave., Boyertown PA
  • Carillon Concert featuring John Widmann of the Joseph Dill Barker Carillon in Frederick MD, starts at 7:30 p.m. (held rain or shine), free to attend; part of the 2026 Frank P. Law Summer Concert Series presented by the Washington Memorial Chapel; bring appropriate portable seating or ground cover, and snacks or dinner if desired; chapel Cabin Shop open for refreshment purchases; held at the chapel’s Washington Memorial National Carillon, Route 23, Valley Forge National Park, Valley Forge PA

Thursday, Aug. 27

  • “Express Emergency Mobile Dental Care,” 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., ticketed (appointments needed, call 610-326-9460 Ext. 106 to schedule; most insurance accepted, including Medicaid and Medicare; new patients welcome); Community Health & Dental Care (CHDC) and Montgomery County Community College offer onsite dental care at the college’s Pottstown campus, available to students, faculty, staff, and Pottstown residents; services for all ages include checkups, sealants, fillings, cleanings, x-rays, and simple extractions; held in the CHDC Mobile Dental Unit on the MCCC Pottstown Campus, South Hall Parking Lot, 101 College Dr., Pottstown PA
  • Ross Tucker Football Podcast, 4-6 p.m. (doors open at 3:30 p.m.); audience members free to attend (online advance registration required); an annual event in which CBS and Philadelphia Eagles television analyst Ross Tucker makes predictions every team’s record, as well as the Super Bowl champion, before the NFL season gets under way, with Q&A session; full bar available, food can be ordered from Gatsby’s Pub and delivered to tables; held in the SunnyBrook Ballroom, 50 Sunnybrook Rd., Pottstown PA
  • Music: “River Dawgs,” 7-9 p.m., free to attend; presented by the Lower Frederick Parks and Recreation Committee; offering a Philly-powered western vibe in an eclectic array of songs; tasty summer treats available for purchase onsite by Rita’s; a pet-friendly environment, bring appropriate portable seating or ground cover; held at Cuddy Park, 102 Colonial Dr., Perkiomenville PA

Friday, Aug. 28

  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA
  • “Fridays With Friends: End of Summer BBQ,” 5:30-8 p.m., ticketed (advance online registration required, open to Spring Valley YMCA members and non-members); “an opportunity for our special needs community (ages 16 and older) to socialize, meet new friends, and try new activities; guardians may be required to stay in the building; includes arts, crafts, swimming, snacks, and social time; held at the Spring Valley YMCA, 19 W. Linfield-Trappe Rd., Royersford PA
  • On Stage: “Rent,” The Musical, starts at 7:30 p.m., ticketed; a Broadway musical that won two national awards, performed with a talented and energetic local cast for six shows Aug. 21-30; following a year in the lives of friends that include filmmakers, musicians, and performers dealing with eviction, addiction, and the HIV and AIDS crisis; at the Reading Civic Theater, in the Reading Mall shopping center adjacent to the Boscov’s East department store, 4350 Perkiomen Ave., Exeter PA

Saturday, Aug. 29

  • Royersford Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to noon, free to attend; providing Royersford residents and neighbors with an accessible and welcoming market, offering locally-sourced and crafted goods from farmers, artisans, and entrepreneurs; located in the parking lot across from Victory Park, free parking, public restrooms, live music; held at 251 2nd Ave., Royersford PA
  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA
  • August Open House Day, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., free (but a $2 per person donation is suggested); “experience history without hustle,” with a self-guided tour of the first floor of the museum; discover special themed on-site activities on colonial currency, artifact interaction, charcoal-making, printing, and 18th-century accounting; held at Pottsgrove Manor, 100 W. King St., Pottstown PA
  • “Old-School Cruising,” from 5 p.m. Saturday to 11 p.m. Sunday (Nov. 1), free to participate; does not involve a street closure, “just old school cruising from Hilltop Drive-In in Sanatoga to Dick’s Radiator in Stowe; hang out “at all the historic gathering places: downtown Pottstown, Miller Mountain High Performance (formerly Performance Specialties), the Hill School wall, Mid-Town Tire, Wheels in Motion (now Hollywood Garage East), McDonalds, Pat’s Beverages” among them; patronize local restaurants and downtown businesses too!; hosted by digital creator Art Miller and the Pottstown Cruise Nights group on Facebook; held anywhere on High Street, Pottstown PA
  • On Stage: “Rent,” The Musical, starts at 7:30 p.m., ticketed; a Broadway musical that won two national awards, performed with a talented and energetic local cast for six shows Aug. 21-30; following a year in the lives of friends that include filmmakers, musicians, and performers dealing with eviction, addiction, and the HIV and AIDS crisis; at the Reading Civic Theater, in the Reading Mall shopping center adjacent to the Boscov’s East department store, 4350 Perkiomen Ave., Exeter PA

Sunday, Aug. 30

  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 1-4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA
  • On Stage: “Rent,” The Musical, starts at 2 p.m., ticketed; a Broadway musical that won two national awards, performed with a talented and energetic local cast for six shows Aug. 21-30; following a year in the lives of friends that include filmmakers, musicians, and performers dealing with eviction, addiction, and the HIV and AIDS crisis; at the Reading Civic Theater, in the Reading Mall shopping center adjacent to the Boscov’s East department store, 4350 Perkiomen Ave., Exeter PA

Monday, Aug. 31

  • Trivia Night, 7-9 p.m., free to attend (food and beverages available for purchase); seating is first come, first served; eat, play, win prizes; held at JJ Ratigan Brewing Company, 227 E. High St., Pottstown PA

September 2026 Calendar

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Wednesday, Sept. 2

  • Program: “The Legacy of Samuel W. Pennypacker,” starts at 11 a.m., free admission (a suggested donation of $2 per person is appreciated); witness a wreath-laying ceremony at Morris Cemetery to observe the 110th anniversary of the death of former Pennsylvania Gov. Samuel W. Pennypacker; held at the cemetery, 428 Nutt Rd, Phoenixville PA

Friday, Sept. 4

  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA

Saturday, Sept. 5

  • Royersford Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to noon, free to attend; providing Royersford residents and neighbors with an accessible and welcoming market, offering locally-sourced and crafted goods from farmers, artisans, and entrepreneurs; located in the parking lot across from Victory Park, free parking, public restrooms, live music; held at 251 2nd Ave., Royersford PA
  • 60th Annual Duryea Day, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., ticketed for participants and spectators (includes museum fee; online pre-registration required for vehicle owners; all makes, models, years welcome; spectators ages 12 and younger are free); celebrating six decades of the Duryea Day Antique and Classic Car, Truck Show, and Flea Market, hundreds of vehicles display throughout Boyertown Community Park, with shuttle service between the park and museum; sponsorships available, for information send an e-mail to michaela@boyertownmuseum.org; held at the park, 419 Madison St., Boyertown PA
  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA
  • “Pottstown Nights Car Show,” 3-9 p.m., free admission to spectators across several blocks of the borough; a monthly show (first Saturdays from May through September) open to all vehicles (cars trucks, motorcycles) with no owner entry fees, show cars enter at the intersection of Queen and South Hanover streets; sponsored by the Red Horse Motoring Club; held on East High Street in downtown Pottstown PA

Sunday, Sept. 6

  • Free Pickleball Clinics, noon to 1 p.m. (intended for adults) and 1-2 p.m. (intended for teens), free to participate (online advance registration required); beginner pickleball clinics giving community residents an opportunity to learn the sport, hosted by the Boyertown YMCA; equipment provided but feel free to bring your own; also scheduled for Oct. 4; held at Boyertown Community Park, 419 S. Madison St., Boyertown PA
  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 1-4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA

Tuesday, Sept. 8

  • American Red Cross Blood Drive, 1-6 p.m., free to participate (appointments requested, call 1-800-RED CROSS); held in the social hall at at St. Gabriel’s Church, 127 E. Howard St., Stowe PA

Wednesday, Sept. 9

Friday, Sept. 11

  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA
  • Pottstown Fête en Blanc, 6-9 p.m., ticketed; the borough’s dress-in-white outdoor dining tradition, accompanied by a commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the 9-11 terrorist attacks on America; hosted by Pottstown Area Economic Development, with 11% of proceeds being donated to the borough’s fire companies; for more information, send an e-mail to pottstownfete@gmail.com; held at Smith Family Plaza, 138 E. High St., Pottstown PA

Saturday, Sept. 12

  • Royersford Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to noon, free to attend; providing Royersford residents and neighbors with an accessible and welcoming market, offering locally-sourced and crafted goods from farmers, artisans, and entrepreneurs; located in the parking lot across from Victory Park, free parking, public restrooms, live music; held at 251 2nd Ave., Royersford PA
  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA
  • Lower Frederick Community Day, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free to attend; features entertainment, local food and business vendors, community organization booths, a car show, and a silent auction; for more information, send an e-mail to staff@lowerfrederick.org; held at two locations: Perkiomen Valley Middle School West, 220 Big Rd., Zieglerville PA, and Peace in Zion United Church of Christ, 204 Big Rd., Zieglerville PA
  • Music: “The Sermon!,” 4-7 p.m., free to attend; featuring organ-driven classic soul, funk, and jazz, part of the 2026 Twilight Music Series organized by the Media Arts Council; bring a lawn chair, a blanket, a picnic dinner; supported by the Borough of Media, and sponsored by Aqua, Team Toyota of Glen Mills, and O’Donnell Roofing Company; held on the Media Community Center lawn at Monroe Street between 3rd and 4th streets, Media PA

Sunday, Sept. 13

  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 1-4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA
  • “The American Revolution in Pennsylvania,” 2-3 p.m., free to attend (a $2 donation per person is suggested); historian Aaron Sullivan “will discuss whether it was possible to sit out the American Revolution, and the issues faced by people for whom neutrality was not an option;” presented by Daniel Boone Homestead Associates; held at the Daniel Boone Homestead, 400 Daniel Boone Rd., Birdsboro PA

Friday, Sept. 18

  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA

Saturday, Sept. 19

  • Green Lane Park Local Market, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., free to attend; selling fresh local produce and fruit, baked goods, hot coffee, handcrafted artisan goods, and other foods and items; held at Montgomery County’s Green Lane Park, 2144 Snyder Rd., Green Lane PA
  • 15th Annual Craft Marketplace, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., free to attend; buy one-of-a-kind crafts, food, gifts, and other items at this award-winning craft fair; sponsored by the Friends of Pennypacker Mills; held at Montgomery County’s Pennypacker Mills historic site, 5 Haldeman Rd., Schwenksville PA
  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA
  • “Dr. Potts’s Wartime Garden,” 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., free (but a $2 per person donation is suggested); “enjoy a day of exploring medicinal plants, wartime ailments, and the struggles of treating an army;” visit the interpretative station of Warwick Furnace Farm, take in the scent of lavender and take home a piece of herbal history; held at Pottsgrove Manor, 100 W. King St., Pottstown PA

Sunday, Sept. 20

  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 1-4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA

Saturday, Sept. 23

  • Montgomery County Homeschool Day, 10 a.m. to noon, free admission (advance registration required, call 610-287-9349; a suggested donation of $2 per person is appreciated); join Montgomery County’s parks and historic sites for a day of educational programming that will engage students in the themes of nature and history; held at Norristown Farm Park, 2500 Upper Farm Rd., Norristown PA

Friday, Sept. 25

  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA
  • “Fridays With Friends: Karaoke Night,” 5:30-8 p.m., ticketed (advance online registration required, open to Spring Valley YMCA members and non-members); “an opportunity for our special needs community (ages 16 and older) to socialize, meet new friends, and try new activities; guardians may be required to stay in the building; includes arts, crafts, swimming, snacks, and social time; held at the Spring Valley YMCA, 19 W. Linfield-Trappe Rd., Royersford PA

Saturday, Sept. 26

  • Montgomery County Household Hazardous Waste Disposal, 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., free to attend (for residents of Montgomery, Chester, Bucks, Delaware, and Philadelphia counties only; Everbrite.com online advance reservations required); no businesses, institutions, or industries allowed, see what’s acceptable (and what’s not) online; held at Spring-Ford 9th Grade Center, 400 S. Lewis Rd., Royersford PA
  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA
  • 15th Annual Bird and Wildlife Festival, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., free to attend; see nature up close, accompanied by live music, a barn nature center, and eco-raffle; vendors will sell local honey, natural soaps and maple syrup; includes fun for children and other activities; held at Montgomery County’s Green Lane Park, 2144 Snyder Rd., Green Lane PA
  • Music: Concert at the Tricentennial Celebration (300th Anniversary) of Limerick Township’s founding, 3-10 p.m., scheduled by Limerick Township; sponsored by Hares Hill Brewing Co., Waltz Golf Farm, Dunkin’ Donuts Limerick, Scott Kia of Limerick, Keystone Sales and Associates, Catagnus Funeral Home and Cremation Center; Allied Landscape Supply, Physicians Care Surgical Hospital, Patriot Pest Solutions LLC, Platinum Plumbing-Heating-Air Conditioning, Rockland, Rebecca and J.P. Steiner, Triad Truck Equipment, Connelly Pest Control, LeRoux Dance School, St. James Church, and Franklin Flooring; held at Waltz Golf Farm, 287 W. Ridge Pk., Royersford PA
  • “Old-School Cruising,” from 5 p.m. Saturday to 11 p.m. Sunday (Nov. 1), free to participate; does not involve a street closure, “just old school cruising from Hilltop Drive-In in Sanatoga to Dick’s Radiator in Stowe; hang out “at all the historic gathering places: downtown Pottstown, Miller Mountain High Performance (formerly Performance Specialties), the Hill School wall, Mid-Town Tire, Wheels in Motion (now Hollywood Garage East), McDonalds, Pat’s Beverages” among them; patronize local restaurants and downtown businesses too!; hosted by digital creator Art Miller and the Pottstown Cruise Nights group on Facebook; held anywhere on High Street, Pottstown PA

Sunday, Sept. 27

  • September Open House at the Lower Pottsgrove Historical Society, 1-3 p.m., free to attend (donations welcomed); featuring tours of historic Sanatoga chapel, special exhibits from the society collection of local artifacts, and refreshments; held at the chapel and society offices, 2341 E. High St., Sanatoga PA
  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 1-4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA

October 2026 Calendar

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Friday, Oct. 2

  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA
  • First Friday Cruise-In, 4-7 p.m., free for vehicle owners and spectators (no registration required); described as a “low-key cruise-in” with the museum also open for extended hours (regular admission prices apply); held in the parking lot of the Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles, 85 S. Walnut St., Boyertown PA

Saturday, Oct. 3

  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA
  • “Edgar Allan Poe,” a porch performance, starts at 4 p.m., free admission (suitable for all ages; a suggested donation of $2 per person is appreciated); author Edgar Allan Poe exposes the inner machinations of the human mind and heart, and provides vivid images, terrifying tales, and heart-thumping excitement; bring a chair or blanket to comfortably during this outdoor performance; sponsored by the Friends of Pennypacker Mills; held at Montgomery County’s Pennypacker Mills historic site, 5 Haldeman Rd., Schwenksville PA

Sunday, Oct. 4

  • Free Pickleball Clinics, noon to 1 p.m. (intended for adults) and 1-2 p.m. (intended for teens), free to participate (online advance registration required); beginner pickleball clinics giving community residents an opportunity to learn the sport, hosted by the Boyertown YMCA; equipment provided but feel free to bring your own; held at Boyertown Community Park, 419 S. Madison St., Boyertown PA
  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 1-4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA
  • Washington Township Fall Festival, 1-8 p.m., free to attend; with a bounce house and slide, face painting, potato sack races, and free kids crafts, also features a petting zoo, axe throwing, hay rides, free s’mores treats, and hot chocolate by a bonfire; yard games, pumpkin bowling, and a sidewalk chalk art contest also are planned; held at at Barto Community Park, 120 Barto Rd., Barto PA

Friday, Oct. 9

  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA
  • “Bump in the Night Lantern Tours,” scheduled for 6:30, 7, and 7:30 p.m., free (but a $2 per person donation is suggested; advance registration required by calling 610-326-4014); “discover how colonial America whittled away the darkest hours during the darkest hour;” investigate creepy corners and spooky stairwells; held at Pottsgrove Manor, 100 W. King St., Pottstown PA

Saturday, Oct. 10

  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA
  • 9th Annual Haunted Campground Hayride, 5:30-9:30 p.m., free to attend; bring friends and family, and spend an evening on a haunted hayride adventure;held at Montgomery County’s Green Lane Park, 2144 Snyder Rd., Green Lane PA

Sunday, Oct. 11

Friday, Oct. 16

  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA
  • Antique and Collector Fair (formerly of Kimberton), 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., ticketed; offering a diverse selection of merchandise for seasoned and newcomer antique and collector enthusiasts; held in Halls D and E (enter at Hall D) at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Ave., Oaks PA

Saturday, Oct. 17

  • Green Lane Park Local Market, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., free to attend; selling fresh local produce and fruit, baked goods, hot coffee, handcrafted artisan goods, and other foods and items; held at Montgomery County’s Green Lane Park, 2144 Snyder Rd., Green Lane PA
  • Antique and Collector Fair (formerly of Kimberton), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., ticketed; offering a diverse selection of merchandise for seasoned and newcomer antique and collector enthusiasts; held in Halls D and E (enter at Hall D) at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Ave., Oaks PA
  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA
  • Music: The MAC Jazz Festival, 2-6 p.m., free to attend; an expansive roster of talent with four hours of programming, part of the 2026 Twilight Music Series organized by the Media Arts Council; bring a lawn chair, a blanket, a picnic dinner; supported by the Borough of Media, and sponsored by Aqua, Team Toyota of Glen Mills, and O’Donnell Roofing Company; held on the Media Community Center lawn at Monroe Street between 3rd and 4th streets, Media PA

Sunday, Oct. 18

  • Fourth Annual Fall Festival, noon to 4 p.m., free to attend; a fun, family-friendly day filled with food and beverages available for purchase, live music by “Bad Hombres,” games, shopping, face painting, character appearances and other activities; vendors include Ryze & Grind Coffee Co., In Cheese We Trust, The Gourmet PB&J, Humpty’s Dumplings, The Nacho Depot, Blue Haze BBQ; held in the parking lot of the Philadelphia Premium Outlets, W. 18 Lightcap Rd., Pottstown PA
  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 1-4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA

Friday, Oct. 23

  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA
  • The Great Junk Hunt, 4-9 p.m., ticketed; featuring vendors from across the country with “special treasures” in vintage, home decor, antiques, and other items; described as “a classic junkin’ party with food, drinks, and good times for everyone; held in Hall B at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Ave., Oaks PA

Saturday, Oct. 24

  • The Great Junk Hunt, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., ticketed; featuring vendors from across the country with “special treasures” in vintage, home decor, antiques, and other items; described as “a classic junkin’ party with food, drinks, and good times for everyone; held in Hall B at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Ave., Oaks PA
  • 2026 Pennsylvania Chocolate and Coffee Festival, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., ticketed; a festival offering “the most delicious chocolate and coffee in Pennsylvania,” as well as fun activities for the whole family: take photos with its mascots, try a coffee filter craft, and sip and sample; visit unique local artisans, gourmet food purveyors, and other vendors; held in Hall A at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Ave., Oaks PA
  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA
  • “All Hallows Eve Fall Festival,” noon to 4 p.m., free admission (family-friendly; a suggested donation of $2 per person is appreciated); enjoy an afternoon of old-fashioned fall fun as kids make crafts, paint pumpkins, shuck corn, press apples into cider, play games, complete a scavenger hunt, and take a hayride around the meadow; however, the on-site mansion will be closed for the day; held at Montgomery County’s Pennypacker Mills historic site, 5 Haldeman Rd., Schwenksville PA

Sunday, Oct. 25

  • 2026 Pennsylvania Chocolate and Coffee Festival, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., ticketed; a festival offering “the most delicious chocolate and coffee in Pennsylvania,” as well as fun activities for the whole family: take photos with its mascots, try a coffee filter craft, and sip and sample; visit unique local artisans, gourmet food purveyors, and other vendors; held in Hall A at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Ave., Oaks PA
  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 1-4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA

Friday, Oct. 30

  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA
  • “Fridays With Friends: Halloween Party,” 5:30-8 p.m., ticketed (advance online registration required, open to Spring Valley YMCA members and non-members); “an opportunity for our special needs community (ages 16 and older) to socialize, meet new friends, and try new activities; guardians may be required to stay in the building; includes arts, crafts, swimming, snacks, and social time; held at the Spring Valley YMCA, 19 W. Linfield-Trappe Rd., Royersford PA

Saturday, Oct. 31

  • Heritage India Festival, noon to 9 p.m., ticketed; one of the east coast’s longest-running South Asian festivals, with two days of South Asian shopping, food and delights; held in Hall C at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Ave., Oaks PA
  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA
  • “Old-School Cruising,” from 5 p.m. Saturday to 11 p.m. Sunday (Nov. 1), free to participate; does not involve a street closure, “just old school cruising from Hilltop Drive-In in Sanatoga to Dick’s Radiator in Stowe; hang out “at all the historic gathering places: downtown Pottstown, Miller Mountain High Performance (formerly Performance Specialties), the Hill School wall, Mid-Town Tire, Wheels in Motion (now Hollywood Garage East), McDonalds, Pat’s Beverages” among them; patronize local restaurants and downtown businesses too!; hosted by digital creator Art Miller and the Pottstown Cruise Nights group on Facebook; held anywhere on High Street, Pottstown PA

November 2026

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Sunday, Nov. 1

  • Heritage India Festival, noon to 7 p.m., ticketed; one of the east coast’s longest-running South Asian festivals, with two days of South Asian shopping, food and delights; held in Hall C at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Ave., Oaks PA
  • “From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice” (a contemporary quilt exhibit), 1-4 p.m., free to attend; presenting Quakertown artist Jamee Pemberton, as an exploration of how she turned a gift-making hobby into a means of artistic expression; held at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg PA

Thursday, Nov. 5

Saturday, Nov. 7

  • Diner Day, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., ticketed (regular Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles admission fees apply); enjoy 1938 prices: buy a cup of coffee for a nickle, and a slice of home-made pie for a quarter; be comfortably seated within the museum’s “beautifully preserved Fegely’s Reading Diner” exhibit; held at the museum, 85 S. Walnut St., Boyertown PA

Friday, Nov. 20

  • “Fridays With Friends: Friendsgiving,” 5:30-8 p.m., ticketed (advance online registration required, open to Spring Valley YMCA members and non-members); “an opportunity for our special needs community (ages 16 and older) to socialize, meet new friends, and try new activities; guardians may be required to stay in the building; includes arts, crafts, swimming, snacks, and social time; held at the Spring Valley YMCA, 19 W. Linfield-Trappe Rd., Royersford PA

December 2026

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Saturday, Dec. 12

  • “Victorian Christmas Open House,” noon-8 p.m., free admission (a suggested donation of $2 per person is appreciated);celebrate the holiday season with a night of festivities, take in the sights and sounds of Christmas past with musicians on the porch, Victorian decorations in the mansion, clear toy-candy making demonstrations in the kitchen, and visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus in the classroom; however, the on-site mansion will be closed before 2 p.m.; held at Montgomery County’s Pennypacker Mills historic site, 5 Haldeman Rd., Schwenksville PA

Friday, Dec. 18

  • “Fridays With Friends: Holiday Party,” 5:30-8 p.m., ticketed (advance online registration required, open to Spring Valley YMCA members and non-members); “an opportunity for our special needs community (ages 16 and older) to socialize, meet new friends, and try new activities; guardians may be required to stay in the building; includes arts, crafts, swimming, snacks, and social time; held at the Spring Valley YMCA, 19 W. Linfield-Trappe Rd., Royersford PA