NORTH WALES, PA – The Solana Horsham, a Brookdale assisted living community, will celebrate its grand opening on May 23 with a special event, “Rolling out the Red Carpet.” Inspired by the grandeur and glamor of Hollywood, the themed celebration will feature live entertainment and refreshments.
“We are so excited to introduce our beautiful new senior living community to North Wales,” said Kimberly Cahill, executive director. “We’re looking forward to celebrating our grand opening with our residents, their families and neighbors from the area. With live entertainment and delicious food, we hope this glamorous event captures some of that famous Hollywood magic.”
The Solana Horsham is managed and operated by Brookdale, the largest owner and operator of senior living communities in the United States. Clare Bridge, Brookdale’s Alzheimer’s and dementia care program, is designed to help ensure “Daily Moments of Success” for each of its residents. The community also offers on-site therapeutic services, including physical, speech and occupational therapy.
The Solana Horsham features both assistive living and memory care for seniors with Alzheimer’s and dementia-related diseases, providing Brookdale’s signature dining services and its unique culture. The community delivers a full complement of programs and services to help each resident enjoy a lifestyle of wellness and fulfillment.
WHO: The Solana Horsham; local seniors; community residents and their families
WHAT: The Solana Horsham is hosting “Rolling Out the Red Carpet”, a grand opening celebration.
WHEN: Thursday, May 23, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
WHERE: The Solana Horsham
1419 Horsham Road
North Wales, PA 19545
Saturday, June 1
As the cannons roar and soldiers march into battle, witness the excitment and patriotism of the American Civil War as Pennypacker Mills brings this nation-defining moment to life on the 150th anniversary. See daily battles, military and civilian encampments, demonstrations, music, fashion, speakers, a Civil War play, sutlers, and much more!
Date: June 1, 2013
Time: 10:00 AM?-?5:00 PM (also on Sunday, June 2nd from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM)
Location: Pennypacker Mills
Address: Pennypacker Mills, 5 Haldeman Road, Schwenksville, PA 19473
Contact: 610-287-9349
Cost: FREE, suggested donation $2 per person
Links: www.civilwarreunion.org
BLUE BELL, PA — Montgomery County Community College is hosting a special art exhibition May 22-June 20 featuring the Philadelphia Sketch Club (PSC): Continuing 150 Years of Artistic Excellence at the College’s Fine Arts Center, Central Campus, 340 DeKalb Pike, Blue Bell.
A “Meet the Artists” reception will be held Wednesday, June 5, from 5 to 7 p.m. Both the exhibit and artists’ reception are free of charge and open to the public.
Approximately 100 pieces of art, representing PSC’s membership of more than 200 professional and non-professional artists, will be displayed through a diversity of mediums, from watercolors, oils and mixed media to photography and sculpture.
PSC, located at 235 S. Camac St., Philadelphia, provides a meeting place for artists where they can share ideas and network with fellow artists. Founded in 1860, PSC is one of America’s oldest clubs for artists. Its membership list includes American masters such as Thomas Eakins and Thomas Pollock Anshutz.
For more information about the exhibition, contact Gallery Director Holly Cairns at 215-619-7349 or hcairns@mc3.edu. Gallery hours are Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., and Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Closed weekends.
You can help support the arts and art education programs at Montgomery County Community College by becoming a Friend of The Galleries. Donations are tax deductible. For more information, contact the College Foundation at 215-641-6535.
Grace Lutheran Church
801 East Willow Grove Ave., Wyndmoor, PA 19038-7907
(215) 836-2366
Sundays 10 AM Holy Communion & Sunday School
Pastor Ficken was hospitalized after worship on April 7 and had emergency gastro-intestinal surgery on April 8. After the initial period of recovery at Pennsylvania Hospital, she was discharged to her home on April 16. With in-home care services, she is continuing her recovery there. Given this circumstance, she has been unable to provide her thoughtful monthly letter for this publication. We will share news of significant steps in her recovery via the e-mail notification network. She wants us to know of her deep gratitude for all the prayers offered on her behalf, and for the phone calls, notes and visits during this stressful time. She has been touched by our concern. Please keep our pastor in your prayers! Ed.
NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING
SUNDAY, JUNE 2, 2013
The congregation’s Spring Annual Meeting will be convened following worship on Sunday, June 2. This meeting is for presentation of ministry program reports, including a Council report of the outcome of the Ministry Resource Discernment Process. The present and future of Grace Church’s congregational ministry is the focus. Please attend!
SUNDAY SCHOOL CLOSES YEAR WITH PICNIC
At worship on Sunday, June 16, we recognize the educational ministry of our congregation’s Sunday School, and, following worship, in place of the typical refreshments, we enjoy the annual Sunday School picnic on the church property. Chef Michael Schardt wields his grill magic with hot dogs, hamburgers, and sausage. Volunteers bring salads, side dishes, and desserts.
Horsham, PA — Sunday, August 25, 2013 at 12:00 noon. The 22nd Annual Ukrainian Folk Festival, will be held at the Ukrainian American Sport Center, County Line and Lower State Roads, Horsham, PA. The general public is invited to attend.
UKRAINIAN FOLK FESTIVAL
Celebrating the 22nd anniversary of Ukraine’s Independence
WWW.TRYZUB.ORG
A dazzling festival of Ukrainian folk music, dance, foods and arts and crafts. Excite your senses with an array of wonderful colors sounds and flavors!
VOLUNTEER FOR EARTH DAY at GLEN FOERD
Saturday, April 27th, 9:00am – 1:00pm
Glen Foerd is partnering with the Friends of Poquessing Watershed, PA Environmental Council and Philadelphia Parks and Recreation to clean up a small section of the Poquessing Creek bank on the estate property. Help us cleanup trash and remove non-native invasive plants so our visitors will have a better view of the Poquessing’s tidal wetlands.
We encourage participants to bring their own tool such as clippers, shovels, spades, and pitchforks (label with your name). Wear a long sleeved shirt, long pants, hat, sturdy shoes, work gloves and bring a water bottle. We will supply gloves and trash bags
Celebrate Earth Day by volunteering to improve the environment. Call the office if you plan to join us, we need to know how many volunteers to expect. Bring a friend! Refreshments and clean up supplies will be provided.
For more information you can call the business office at Glen Foerd
GNAL, the Greater Norristown Art League, had its Biannual Photography show on March 15-17, 2013. 70 photos were submitted and the jurors selected 11 for awards.
First Fridays kick off, Friday, May 3rd, and it is going to be a blast! First Fridays in Ambler offer great live music, art, tasty food, a fantastic Kid’s Zone and much more!
17th Annual Auto Show
The Ambler Auto Show is a great way to experience wonderful examples of autos and trucks from both yesteryear and today.
Saturday, May 18, 10am – 3pm
Ambler Farmers’ Market
We are thrilled that Ambler will host a weekly farmers’ market, beginning mid May! Please check the website and facebook page for updates, including the announcement of opening day!
Ambler Arts & Music Festival
Fantastic musicians (including Grammy award winner, Vince Giordano), will heat up downtown Ambler.
Butler Avenue will be closed on Saturday to host 70+ artists, exhibiting original and hand crafted art work. Saturday also features two outdoor stages with live music, 11am -10pm, great food from our local restaurants, beer gardens, and more!
Friday, June 14, & Saturday, June 15
Easter Egg Hunt
The Kiwanis Club of Ambler is holding their Annual Easter Egg Hunt, Saturday, March 23, at 10am, in Ambler Borough Park. Bring the kids, it is always a fun time!
Frox 2013 Spring Fashion Show
The Frox Spring Fashion Show will bring a New York Fashion Week feel to Ambler with red carpets, velvet ropes, and shutter-snapping paparazzi. Featuring 20 models, ages 17 to 70, showing off the season’s hottest fashions, it will be a fabulous celebration that proves size and shapes do not have to preclude women from looking great in the right clothes and that fashion really is all around us.
Thursday, April 4, at The Ambler Theater
7pm Cocktail Reception
8pm Show
Tickets $45.00
ANNUAL SAILING REGATTA AT GLEN FOERD Come celebrate almost two decades of dining and sailing as the Racing Fleet of the Delaware River Yacht Club opens the 20th Annual Glen Foerd Regatta on Tuesday, June 18, 2013, at 5:30 PM. Guests will dine riverside on a picnic style summer buffet. Iced tea, lemonade, and assorted […]
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