Good Morning, Upper Merion!

Welcome to Wednesday. We’re midway to the holiday weekend—time to plan, sip, and maybe win big! Today in the Spotlight:

• The Holiday Bingo Bash wraps up its final Thursday night of 2024—don’t miss your chance to shout "Bingo!" one last time this year.

• Need plans? Happy Hour with Santa is coming up on Thursday—think cocoa, candy canes, and cheer for the whole crew.

• And foodies, get ready: The Kibitz Room is bringing its flavor to King of Prussia, taking over the former KOP Grill & Tavern spot.

That’s only the beginning. Keep reading to check out all of the other happenings around the township today!

Ciao for now!

Corey | Chief Spotlighter 💡

P.S. Got some local news or events we should know about? Click the button below and let us know—it’s your newsletter, after all! 😊

In This Issue of the Upper Merion Area Spotlight:

 🧠 Winter Holidays Trivia

☀️ Upper Merion Area Weather

 📅 Upper Merion Area Events

 💡 Holiday Bingo Bash: Final Thursday Night of 2024

 💡 Plan Ahead: Thursday Happy Hour with Santa: Cocoa, Candy Canes & Cheer

 💡 King of Prussia to Welcome The Kibitz Room in Former KOP Grill & Tavern Location

🏘️ Upper Merion Area Real Estate Daily Update

 📝 Resource Hub

 🎄 Ultimate Holiday Event Guide (view only)

🔍 Find Local Job Opportunities Through the King Of Prussia District Job Board

WINTER HOLIDAYS TRIVIA

🧠Today’s Question: What famous Christmas story starts with "Every Who down in Whoville liked Christmas a lot"?

🙋Think you know the answer? Click the button below to submit your response! All correct answers will be entered into today's spin to determine the Daily Winner (8 p.m. deadline). Daily Winners earn a spot on the Winner's Wheel, where they'll have a chance to win the grand prize—a $25 Amazon eGift card!

Yesterdays Question: How many gifts would you receive if you received all the items from "The 12 Days of Christmas”?

Yesterday’s Answer: 364 gifts✅

Daily Winner: Beth M.👏

 EVENT SPOTLIGHT

Wild Lights | Elmwood Park Zoo | 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.

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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 18TH

Activities and Recreation

• Santa Photos at The Court
  📍 The Court at King of Prussia | 🕒 By Appointment

• Santa Photos at The Plaza
  📍 The Plaza at King of Prussia | 🕒 By Appointment

• Group Exercise
  📍 Upper Merion Community Center | 📅 Today’s classes

• Open Gym
  📍 Upper Merion Community Center | 🕒 Today’s Open Gym Times

• Daily Activities

  📍 Upper Merion Senior Center | 🕒 Today’s Activities

• ADULT Climbing and Fitness
  📍 Reach Climbing and Fitness | 📅 View Calendar

• Classroom Instruction
  📍 Kings Shooters Supply | 📅 View Classes

• Range Instruction
  📍 Kings Shooters Supply | 📅 View Classes

• In Store Cooking Classes
  📍 Sur La Table | 📅 View Available Classes

• Wild Lights
  📍 Elmwood Park Zoo | 🕒 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.

• Basic Computer Class

  📍UM Senior Center | 🕒 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

• Smart Summer Travels

  📍 UMT Library | 🕒 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Entertainment and Culture

• Art Exhibitions

  📍 Jenkins Arboretum | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

  📍 Upper Merion Community Center | Business hours

• Historic Valley Forge Station

  📍 Valley Forge National Historic Park | 🕒 10:00 - 4:00 p.m.

• Open House Washington’s Headquarters
  📍 Valley Forge National Historical Park | 🕒 10:00 - 4:00 p.m.

• Live Music: Jerry Watkins

  📍 Gypsy Saloon | 🕒 6:30 p.m

• Quizzo

  📍 Taphouse 23 | 🕒 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

• Live Music: Augustus Scott

  📍 Screwballs | 🕒 7:00 p.m.

For the Kids

• KID Climbing and Fitness
  📍 Reach Climbing and Fitness | 📅 View Calendar

• Various Open Gym Activities
  📍 Upper Merion Community Center | 🕒 Today’s Schedule

For the Pet People

• Pet Friendly Establishments
  📍 Upper Merion Area | 📃 View List

• Bark U Festive Photo Contest
  📍 Bark U | 📅 Through December 19th

• Christmas Themed Photos

  📍 Playtime Pet Resort | 📅 Through December 21st

SNEAK PEEK AT TOMORROW

• Meet Santa

  📍Peppers by Amedeo’s | 🕒 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

• Native Evergreens

  📍 Jenkins Arboretum | 🕒 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.

• Bridgeport Bingo

  📍 Bridgeport Fire Company No. 1 | 🕒 6:50 p.m.

Check back tomorrow for the full lineup of events.

LOOKING AHEAD

The Future is Fun: Upcoming Events to Know About

• Native Evergreens

  📍Jenkins Arboretum and Gardens | 📅 December 19th | Discover an array of native evergreens that will enhance the appearance and ecological value of your property.

• Meet Mr. and Mrs. Clause

  📍 Peppers by Amedeo’s | 📅 December 19th and 21st | Grab your camera and come meet Mr. and Mrs. Clause for a Happy Hour OR a lunch

• Eagle Shows

  📍 Oaks Expo | 📅 December 20-22 | Eagle Shows are a one-of-a-kind event that turns your local event hall into a gun show that draws attendees and vendors from across the region to a single location for a weekend of family fun.

• Nightly Hanukkah Candle Lighting

  📍Miles Park | 📅 December 25 - January 1 | 🕎 Come join Congregation Or Ami as we celebrate Hanukkah and "Light Up Lafayette Hill" at Miles Park

• Kiddies New Year’s Eve Party

  📍Southern Cross Kitchen | 📅 December 31st | Annual New Year’s Eve party for kids: games, prizes, ball drop, and more.

• Greater Philadelphia Spring Home Show

  📍Valley Forge Casino Resort | 📅 January 3-5 | 🏠 Be prepared to be to inspired, motivated and excited for your upcoming home improvement

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Holiday Bingo Bash: Final Thursday Night of 2024

Plan Ahead: Thursday Happy Hour with Santa: Cocoa, Candy Canes & Cheer

King of Prussia to Welcome The Kibitz Room in Former KOP Grill & Tavern Location

MARKET ACTIVITY REPORT FOR KING OF PRUSSIA (last 30 days)

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