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In The Spotlight๐Ÿ’กSanta is coming to town | Holiday Lights Winners Announced | Wanted: YogaSix Founding Members

Issue #055


Good Morning, Upper Merion!

Happy Saturday! Last nightโ€™s first snow of the season gave us just enough winter magic to make everything sparkle, but without the need for shovels. โ„๏ธโœจ For that, Iโ€™m thankful!

  • Santaโ€™s making his rounds today with two chances to see him in action. Donโ€™t miss your chance to wave hello! ๐ŸŽ…

  • Looking to unwind? YogaSix is hosting a pop-up event at Workhorse Brewing, blending relaxation and refreshment in one unique experience. ๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿบ

  • And letโ€™s celebrate some local community members: Upper Merionโ€™s Holiday Lights Contest winners have been announced. Be sure to take some time to check out the great pictures!

Ok, letโ€™s get to all this good stuff! Ciao for now!

Corey | Chief Spotlighter ๐Ÿ’ก

P.S. Got some local news or events we should know about? Click the button below and let us knowโ€”itโ€™s your newsletter, after all! ๐Ÿ˜Š

In This Issue of the Upper Merion Area Spotlight:

 ๐Ÿง  Winter Holidays Trivia

โ˜€๏ธ Upper Merion Area Weather

 ๐Ÿ“… Upper Merion Area Events

 ๐Ÿ’ก Santaโ€™s Coming to Town: Three Chances to Catch Him Tomorrow

 ๐Ÿ’ก Stretch Into Something New: YogaSix Hosting Pop Up Event at Workhorse

 ๐Ÿ’ก Upper Merion Township Announces Holiday Lights Contest Winners

๐Ÿ˜๏ธ Upper Merion Area Real Estate Daily Update

 ๐Ÿ“ Resource Hub

WINTER HOLIDAYS TRIVIA

๐Ÿง Todayโ€™s Question: What plant is traditionally kissed under during Christmas?

๐Ÿ™‹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 prizeโ€”a $25 Amazon eGift card!

Yesterdays Question: What animated 1964 TV special features a misfit reindeer and an island of misfit toys?

Yesterdayโ€™s Answer: Rudolf The Red-Nosed Reindeer โœ…

Daily Winner:  Donna C.๐Ÿ‘

 EVENT SPOTLIGHT

Pop Up Yoga with Yoga Six at Workhorse Brewery from10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

๐Ÿ’ก๐Ÿ’ก๐Ÿ’ก๐Ÿ’ก

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21ST

Activities and Recreation

Entertainment and Culture

  • Pop Up Yoga with Yoga Six

    ๐Ÿ“ Workhorse Brewery | ๐Ÿ•’ 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

  • Eagle Shows: Paโ€™s largest Gun Show

  • ๐Ÿ“ Oaks Expo | ๐Ÿ•’ 9:00 - 5:00 p.m.

  • Antioch Orchestra

    ๐Ÿ“ KOP Mall - Lower Level Macyโ€™s Court | ๐Ÿ•’ 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

  • Blue Bell School of Dance

    ๐Ÿ“ KOP Mall - Lower Level Macyโ€™s Court | ๐Ÿ•’ 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

  • Art Exhibitions

    ๐Ÿ“ Jenkins Arboretum | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

    ๐Ÿ“ Upper Merion Community Center | Business hours

  • Historic Valley Forge Station

    ๐Ÿ“ Valley Forge National Historic Park | ๐Ÿ•’ 10:00 - 4:00 p.m.

  • Open House Washingtonโ€™s Headquarters
    ๐Ÿ“ Valley Forge National Historical Park | ๐Ÿ•’ 10:00 - 4:00 p.m.

  • Holiday Celebration with the Fanatics Street Team

    ๐Ÿ“ Screwballs | ๐Ÿ•’ 8:30 p.m.

  • Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus

    ๐Ÿ“ Peppers by Amedeoโ€™s| ๐Ÿ•’ 11:30 - 1:30 p.m.

  • Live Music: Kickbax

    ๐Ÿ“ Peppers by Amedeoโ€™s| ๐Ÿ•’ 8:30 - 11:30 p.m.

  • Live Music: Jack Mangene

    ๐Ÿ“ Taphouse 23 | ๐Ÿ•’ 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.

  • Live Music: Scott Brimmer

    ๐Ÿ“ Southern Cross Kitchen | ๐Ÿ•’ 6:30 p.m.

  • Happy Hour: Pawnshop Roses

    ๐Ÿ“ The Ribhouse | ๐Ÿ•’ 9:00 - 1:00 a.m.

  • Live Music: Perry Curcio

    ๐Ÿ“ Gypsy Saloon | ๐Ÿ•’ 7:30 p.m

  • Live Music: Monty

    ๐Ÿ“ Screwballs (Ugly Sweater Christmas Party) | ๐Ÿ•’ 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.

  • Live Music: Ashley Gray

    ๐Ÿ“ Jasperโ€™s Backyard | ๐Ÿ•’ 6:00 - 10:00 p.m.

For the Kids

  • KID Climbing and Fitness
    ๐Ÿ“ Reach Climbing and Fitness | ๐Ÿ“… View Calendar

  • Various Open Gym Activities
    ๐Ÿ“ Upper Merion Community Center | ๐Ÿ•’ Todayโ€™s Schedule

  • Bluey CAMP Experience

    ๐Ÿ“ King of Prussia Mall | ๐Ÿ“… Check Schedule

  • Saturday Storytime: Polar Bears

    ๐Ÿ“ UMT Library | ๐Ÿ•’ 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

  • Santa Claus is coming to town

    ๐Ÿ“ Swedeland Volunteer Fire Company | ๐Ÿ•’ 2:00 p.m.

  • Santa Claus is coming to town

    ๐Ÿ“ Swedesburg Volunteer Fire Company | ๐Ÿ•’ 12:00 p.m.

  • Santa Claus is coming to town

    ๐Ÿ“ Bridgeport Fire Company | ๐Ÿ•’ 11:00 a.m.

  • Scoops with Santa

    ๐Ÿ“ Frosty Falls | ๐Ÿ•’ 12:00 - 3:00 p.m.

For the Pet People

  • Pet Friendly Establishments
    ๐Ÿ“ Upper Merion Area | ๐Ÿ“ƒ View List

  • Christmas Themed Photos

    ๐Ÿ“ Playtime Pet Resort | ๐Ÿ“… Through December 21st

  • Dog Photos with Santa or The Grinch: Hosted by Scenthound

    ๐Ÿ“ Courtside Square KOP Mall | ๐Ÿ•’ 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

  • KOP Adoption Event

    ๐Ÿ“ Petsmart | ๐Ÿ•’ 11:00 - 2:00 p.m.

SNEAK PEEK AT TOMORROW

Check back tomorrow for the full lineup of events.

LOOKING AHEAD

The Future is Fun: Upcoming Events to Know About

  • Light up Conshy - Grand Menorah

    ๐Ÿ“Mary H Wood Park | ๐Ÿ“… December 26 | ๐Ÿ•Ž Join together in Unity to Light Up Conshy with the Bright Lights of the Giant Chanukah Menorah!

  • Nightly Hanukkah Candle Lighting

    ๐Ÿ“Miles Park | ๐Ÿ“… December 25 - January 1 | ๐Ÿ•Ž Come join Congregation Or Ami as we celebrate Hanukkah and "Light Up Lafayette Hill" at Miles Park

  • Kiddies New Yearโ€™s Eve Party

    ๐Ÿ“Southern Cross Kitchen | ๐Ÿ“… December 31st | Annual New Yearโ€™s Eve party for kids: games, prizes, ball drop, and more.

  • Greater Philadelphia Spring Home Show

    ๐Ÿ“Valley Forge Casino Resort | ๐Ÿ“… January 3-5 | ๐Ÿ  Be prepared to be to inspired, motivated and excited for your upcoming home improvement

๐Ÿ‘‡Donโ€™t see your event listed? Click here to add your event(s). ๐Ÿ‘‡

Santaโ€™s Coming to Town: Three Chances to Catch Him Today

Photo courtesy of the Swedesburg Volunteer Fire Company FB page

Photo courtesy of the Swedeland Volunteer Fire Company FB page

Get ready for a festive day in town tomorrow with three chances to see Santa! ๐ŸŽ… The Bridgeport First department kicks things off at 11 a.m. Swedesburg Volunteer Fire Co. then leaves at 12 PM, spreading holiday cheer through Swedesburg and parts of King of Prussia. Then, at 2 PM, the Swedeland Volunteer Fire Co. takes over, visiting Swedeland and neighboring areas. Donโ€™t miss this chance to wave to Santa as he makes his rounds with the help of our local heroes!

Stretch Into Something New: YogaSix Hosting Pop Up Event at Workhorse

Exciting newsโ€”YogaSix is opening soon and offering an incredible Founding Members deal: 25% off forever plus free access to Xponential+ on-demand until they open! Donโ€™t miss this chance to lock in your exclusive rate. Want a sneak peek? Join their pop-up yoga event today at Workhorse Brewery for a fun and energizing session. Itโ€™s the perfect way to connect with the YogaSix community before the studio opens!

Upper Merion Township Announces Holiday Lights Contest Winners

Christmas lights

A big thank you to Upper Merion Township and everyone who participated in our township's holiday lights contest, including the dedicated judges who helped make it happen. Your festive displays brought joy to the community, making our neighborhoods a delight to drive through and a magical experience for children. Check out the full list of winners and enjoy the creativity that lit up the season! View winners here.


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

AREA WITH POPULAR LISTINGS

Data provided by Carolyn Kaufmann | Keller Williams Main Line

Carolyn Kaufmann | Keller Williams Main Line

  • # of active buyers: 151

  • # of buyer interactions: 595

  • Recently listed/Updated listings: 47

  • Average list price: $661.7K

  • Average list price/sq ft: $308

  • Recently sold listings: 52

  • Average sold price: $507.4K

  • Average sold price/sq ft: $295

**Data updated daily**

UMT-DIRECTORY.pdf39.75 KB โ€ข PDF File
UMT-LINKS.pdf38.71 KB โ€ข PDF File
BRIDGEPORT BOROUGH.pdf39.76 KB โ€ข PDF File
WEST CONSHY BOROUGH.pdf40.61 KB โ€ข PDF File
UMASD.pdf36.33 KB โ€ข PDF File
UPPER MERION AREA HOLIDAY GUIDE 2024.pdf1.22 MB โ€ข PDF File

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