The Post - Gilbertsville Edition

09/12/2024

Lost Without A Map App? Schwenkfelder Offers Solution
Mapping applications and global positioning satellites are often taken for granted by cell phone users and car drivers. What if you didn’t have them? Learn Saturday how to read, and make, maps.

Map apps and global positioning satellites are often taken for granted on cell phones. What if you didn’t have them? Learn Saturday to read and make maps.

09/12/2024

Boyertown’s Annual Oktoberfest Opening Friday Night
The two-day vibrant celebration involving great beers, tasty foods, and musical and dancing entertainers returns to Boyertown on Friday and Saturday (Sept. 13-14) for its 17th year.

The Oktoberfest celebration involving great beers, tasty foods, music, and dancing entertainers returns to Boyertown on Friday and Saturday for its 17th year.

09/12/2024

Weekend Stuff: Oktoberfest, Crafts Market, Limerick Day
Big annual events top "Weekend Stuff to Do:" Boyertown hosts Oktoberfest downtown; the Crafts Marketplace returns to Pennypacker Mills in Schwenksville, and it's Community Day in Limerick. Plus 5 events in Pottstown, 2 in Royersford, 2 in Phoenixville, and 3 in Birdsboro.

Opportunities abound locally to enjoy art, fun activities, and cultural experiences at no charge. This weekend alone, 14 activities were labeled as free.

09/09/2024

Early Week (Sept. 9-12) Stuff on The Travels Calendar
These early week items of entertainment and civic interest are scheduled for Monday through Thursday (Sept. 9-12, 2024), and have been publicly announced.

These early week items of entertainment and civic interest are scheduled for Monday through Thursday (Sept. 9-12, 2024), and have been publicly announced.

09/05/2024

Weekend Freebies: Pottstown Pet Fair, Pennsburg Toy Trains
Plenty of opportunities abound locally to enjoy great art, fun activities, and cultural experiences, at no charge. In this weekend's calendar alone, 14 activities are labeled as free.

Opportunities abound locally to enjoy art, fun activities, and cultural experiences at no charge. This weekend alone, 14 activities are labeled as free.

09/04/2024

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09/04/2024

At Six Flags in NJ, Minors Need Chaperones After 5 p.m.
Bad behavior attributed to minors age 15 and younger has prompted Six Flags Great Adventure to enforce a new rule. After 5 p.m., they must be accompanied in the park by chaperones age 21 or older.

Bad behavior attributed to minors age 15 and younger has prompted a new rule at Six Flags Great Adventure. After 5 p.m., they must be accompanied by chaperones.

09/03/2024

Toot, Toot! Toy Trains Arrive for Schwenkfelder Exhibit
Be delighted by "Next Stop, Pennsburg: A History of Model Trains," the current exhibit at the Schwenkfelder Heritage Center in Pennsburg. It’s free, and toy trains will run there Sept. 7-8.

Be delighted by "Next Stop, Pennsburg: A History of Model Trains," on exhibit at the Schwenkfelder Heritage Center in Pennsburg. It’s free, with toy trains!

08/24/2024

58th Duryea Day Celebration Back in Boyertown Aug. 31
The bustling, and constantly surprising, Duryea Day antique, classic car, and truck show returns Aug. 31 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. to Boyertown Community Park. Gleaming, treasured cars are anywhere you turn.

The bustling, and constantly surprising, Duryea Day antique, classic car, and truck show returns Aug. 31 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. to Boyertown Community Park.

08/22/2024

Here's the Weekend Stuff to Do Calendar for Aug. 22-25
You may not have enough time to do everything you hope for among nearly 50 events on this weekend's calendar, but it sure could be fun trying!

You may not have enough time to do everything you hope for among nearly 50 events on the weekend calendar, but it sure could be fun trying!

08/19/2024

Historic Brinton Lodge Unveils Autumn Guided Tours
Guided “ghost” tours return this fall to historic Brinton Lodge in Douglassville PA. Supernatural and paranormal activities have been documented there since the 1970s. Tickets are available now.

Guided “ghost” tours return this fall to Brinton Lodge in Douglassville PA. Supernatural and paranormal activities have been documented there since the 1970s.

08/19/2024

Got A Complaint About Air Travel in PA? Holler, Online
Pennsylvania and the federal government are working to learn about, and solve, consumer complaints about air travel. The state Attorney General’s Office has set up a new online form for the purpose.

Pennsylvania and the federal government are working to solve consumer complaints about air travel. The state has a new online complaint form for the purpose.

08/17/2024

Greenways Removing Debris at Douglassville Bridge
Work is already under way to remove dangerous tree and branch debris from beneath the Douglassville Bridge crossing the Schuylkill River. The latest clean-up effort takes a new approach.
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08/15/2024

Here’s the Weekend Calendar for Aug. 15-18, and Beyond
Nearly 30 events are on the Travels With The Post “weekend stuff to do” calendar for Thursday through Sunday (Aug. 15-18). Get out and do something fun!

Nearly 30 events are on the Travels With The Post "weekend stuff to do" calendar for Thursday through Sunday (Aug. 15-18). Get out and do something fun!

08/15/2024

'Unaffordable' Health Care Tops Elderly Lists of Worries
What weighs most heavily on older adults’ minds when it comes to health care? The cost of services and therapies, and their ability to pay for them.

What weighs most heavily on older adults’ minds when it comes to health care? The cost of services and therapies, and their ability to pay for them.

08/15/2024

Local Farmers’ Markets Boosting Economy, and Nutrition
National Farmers Market Week has officially ended, but some local markets are extending their celebration of successes through this weekend. Local growers boost the economy, and consumers’ health.

National Farmers Market Week has officially ended, but some local markets are extending their celebration through this weekend. Local growers boost the economy.

08/10/2024

Local Legend, ‘The Birdman,’ Subject of Noontime Talk
Pennsburg’s Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center on Wednesday will host a talk by Pastor Bob Gerhart about local legend, the late Ralph W. Berky. Find out why neighbors called him “The Birdman.”

Pennsburg’s Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center on Wednesday will host a talk by Pastor Bob Gerhart about local legend, the late Ralph W. "Birdman" Berky.

08/08/2024

The Weekend Stuff Calendar for Aug. 8-11, and Beyond
There's an abundance (nearly 40) of great events this weekend! It's packed with festivals, local historic activity, music concerts, live theater, and fun and adventure for all ages. Many are free.

On the calendar: attend the final Play Streets program in Pottstown. Enjoy read-aloud fun at Rupert Elementary. Get free baseball tickets from Lower Pottsgrove.

08/06/2024

Spend Thursday at Boyertown Museum’s Cars and Cones Event
The third low-key Cars and Cones cruise-in is free to attend Thursday (Aug. 8) for drivers and spectators, from 4-6:30 p.m. at the Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles. There’s plenty of new things to see!

The third annual Cars and Cones cruise-in is free to attend Thursday (Aug. 8) from 4-6:30 p.m. at the Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles.

08/05/2024

Four Local Pharmacies Benefit in J.D. Power Study Results
A new national study of consumer satisfaction with pharmacies has pleased at least four local independent operators. Their franchise received top marks for service and problem-solving.

A new national study of consumer satisfaction with pharmacies has pleased at least four local independent operators. Their brand received top marks for service.

08/04/2024

Foodscaping Among Flowers, Shrubs; Learn How Aug. 17
It’s a technique to grow veggies and herbs among your flowers and shrubs. Montgomery County Master Gardeners will teach it to local residents, for free!, during an Aug. 17 workshop in Collegeville.

Foodscaping is a technique to grow veggies and herbs among flowers and shrubs. Montgomery County Master Gardeners will teach it for free! on Aug. 17.

08/04/2024

Community Health, Dental Observes Health Center Week
Although days of presentations will show off departments of Community Health & Dental Care Inc. in Pottstown, the week’s big event is its Friday health fair. It’s free and open to the public.

Although presentations will show off Community Health & Dental Care Inc. in Pottstown as part of National Health Center Week. Attend its Friday health fair.

08/03/2024

Rising Prices Heighten Food Insecurity in Families, Seniors
About 10% of Pennsylvania residents deal regularly with a lack of adequate food, a recent study shows. Climbing food prices have hurt them. Food banks struggle to help, but face challenges too.

About 10% of Pennsylvania residents deal with a lack of adequate food, a recent study shows. Climbing food prices have hurt them. Food banks struggle to help.

08/01/2024

The Weekend Stuff Calendar for Aug. 1-4, and Beyond
Attend the final Play Streets program in Pottstown, and read-aloud fun at Rupert Elementary, both Thursday; get free baseball tickets from Lower Pottsgrove; and go inside-out Saturday in Phoenixville.

On the calendar: attend the final Play Streets program in Pottstown. Enjoy read-aloud fun at Rupert Elementary. Get free baseball tickets from Lower Pottsgrove.

07/31/2024

Foodie: Local Coffee Company Grows; So Do Firmer Apples
In Pottstown Foodie, Charlotte Street Coffee keeps growing; Sonic introduces a new burger; eat your fill at Applebee's; and research proves apples are firming up nicely.

In Pottstown Foodie, Charlotte Street Coffee keeps growing; Sonic introduces a new burger; and eat your fill at Applebee's.

07/29/2024

Five Free Carillon Concerts scheduled in Valley Forge
Washington Memorial Chapel in Valley Forge continues to present its annual series of carillon concerts. Five more remain through Aug. 28. All are free. Bring something comfortable to sit on.

Washington Memorial Chapel in Valley Forge continues to present its annual series of free carillon concerts. Five more remain through Aug. 28.

07/27/2024

Foodie: Sanatoga Pizza Open; Taco Bell Freebie; Wings Day
Sanatoga Pizza unlocked its doors and welcomed customers Tuesday. Taco Bell is giving away beverages, and launching its first gelato. Free wings are available at some restaurants Monday, National Chicken Wing Day.

Sanatoga Pizza hailed customers Tuesday. Taco Bell is giving away beverages, and launching a gelato. Free wings are available on National Chicken Wing Day.

07/25/2024

The Weekend Stuff Calendar for July 25-28, and Beyond
Ahead this weekend, Pottstown's play streets Thursday; opening performances for "Legally Blonde, The Musical" at Steel River Playhouse; Phoenixville's Vegan Festival on Saturday; and in Boyertown, fly by broom to its third annual Magical Wizards and Witches event.

On the calendar this weekend: two movies, seven music events, three car shows, and lots of other fun. Many events are free. Plan your fun for now, and beyond.

07/19/2024

State Colleges Tuition Frozen for 7th Consecutive Year
PA’s 14 universities, including West Chester and Kutztown, will freeze the coming year’s tuition for in-state students at $7,716. It’s the seventh consecutive freeze. The reason: more state funding.

PA universities and colleges, including West Chester and Kutztown, will freeze the coming year’s tuition for in-state students. It’s the 7th freeze in a row.

07/18/2024

Weekend Stuff to Do!, for July 18-21, and Beyond
This weekend: two movies, seven music events, three car shows, and lots of other fun. Many events are free. Plan your entertainment now, and beyond, using the Travels With The Post extended calendar.

On the calendar this weekend: two movies, seven music events, three car shows, and lots of other fun. Many events are free. Plan your fun for now, and beyond.