💡Your Weekly Warm Up

Issue #076

February 04, 2025

👋Good Morning, Upper Merion!

Six more weeks of winter, blah, blah, blah. I suppose time will tell. Speaking of time, the two week wait for the Super Bowl is brutal when the team you root for is playing. Fortunately, there is plenty of super bowl related fun to have locally. Bob Kelly will be at 4th Street cafe in Bridgeport on Wednesday starting at 4 Am (yes, AM) and the “on the road to victory” bus will be stopping in Conshohocken Wednesday afternoon….and so much more.

I’m also excited to share the summer camp guide I’ve put together. If you’re trying to plan out the summer for the kids, and it includes camp, make sure to check it out. Just about ALL camp registrations are now open and early bird specials (if they have ended yet) are ending soon.

Ok, let’s get to it!

What we’re spotlighting:

💡Your Guide to Summer Camps is Here

💡A Revolutionary Work of Art: The Story Behind Upper Merion’s Mural

💡Registration now open for KOPSC’s First-Ever Designer Bag Bingo

💡NBC10’s Road to Victory Bus Tour Stops in Conshy

💡Big Weekend at Swedesburg Fire Co

💡Homeschool Fun at Uplink Studios

Ciao for now!

Corey | Chief Spotlighter 💡

P.S. Got some local 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:

🏘️ Real Estate and Housing Insights

🔍 Your Community Close-Up

📅 Lifestyle and Local Happenings

📝 Community Services and Resources

☀️ Upper Merion Weather

🔗 Share & Find Local Jobs

📃 Summer Camp Guide

🏡 Market Activity Report – King of Prussia (Last 30 Days)

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Your Guide to Summer Camp is Here

Planning for summer? We’ve put together a comprehensive guide to local summer camps, making it easy to find the best options for your kids! Whether you're looking for sports, arts, STEM, outdoor adventures, or general fun, this resource has you covered.

Check out the guide and start planning for an unforgettable summer! Click HERE to get started.

You can always find our guide above in the table of contents.

A Revolutionary Work of Art: The Story Behind Upper Merion’s Mural

Image courtesty of KOPHS Facebook page.

Driving down Henderson Road, you might have noticed the striking Revolutionary War mural on the Colonial Electric Supply building. This powerful depiction of George Washington leading his troops through the snow is actually a local interpretation of the famous 1883 painting The March to Valley Forge by William B. T. Trego. Trego, an artist known for his military history paintings, overcame physical disabilities to create over 200 works. The mural itself was painted in 1976 by Upper Merion resident Ted Kunda to celebrate America’s Bicentennial. Stay tuned next week for more about Kunda and the mural’s unique history!

Thanks to LM Maggio for the fascinating story. To see the entire story, head on over to the KOP Historical Society’s Facebook Page.

Registration now open for KOPSC’s First-Ever Designer Bag Bingo

King of Prussia Soccer Club is hosting its first-ever Designer Bag Bingo on March 22, raising funds to remodel the Baxter Field Concession Stand! Join us for a fun-filled night with fabulous handbags and exciting raffles, including a Yeti Cooler, Solo Stove, Wagon of Cheer, and more. Can’t make it? No worries, raffle entries are open to everyone!

🔗 Register now & grab your raffle tickets by clicking HERE.

NBC10’s Road to Victory Bus Tour Stops in Conshy

Fly Eagles Fly Football GIF by Philadelphia Eagles

As we gear up for the Super Bowl on February 9, where the Eagles take on the Chiefs, NBC10 is bringing The Road to Victory Bus Tour to downtown Conshohocken!

📅 Wednesday, February 5
🕐 1:00 – 1:45 PM
🎉 Exclusive swag, special guests & more!

Don’t miss this epic pep rally as we get ready to cheer the Birds to victory!

Big Weekend at Swedesburg Fire Co

Flyer courtesty of Swedesburg VFC Facebook page.

Swedesburg Fire Company’s Social Room is the place to be this weekend!

🎶 Saturday, Feb. 8 – Karaoke & Wing Night
Wings start at 6 PM, then belt out your favorites from 7–11 PM with Joe DiBattista—no cover charge!

🏈 Sunday, Feb. 9 – Super Bowl LIX Watch Party
Watch the Eagles vs. Chiefs rematch at 6:30 PM while enjoying great food & company.

📍 310 Jefferson St., Swedesburg, PA
More info: 610-272-9853

Homeschool Fun at Uplink Studios

Flyer courtesty of Uplink Studios’ Facebook Page

Looking for a fun and interactive way to spend the day? Uplink Studios KOP is hosting a Homeschool Day on Friday, February 7, from 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM! Kids can enjoy open gaming and a karaoke dance party, while parents have the option to drop off or stay and hang out.

📍 989 Old Eagle School Rd #815, Wayne, PA
💲 $20 per kid
🍱 Pack a lunch – the party room will be open!
⛳ Adults can enjoy discounted golf simulators

Celebrating Cookie Season - And The Businesses Hosting Them

Cookie season is officially underway, and it’s always an exciting time for the community. A HUGE THANK YOU to the businesses hosting cookie booths this year. Booths are a big commitment, and their support means so much as fewer locations are able to participate. Check out the list below to find a booth near you, grab your favorite cookies, and show your appreciation for these local businesses that make it all possible!

If you’re crunched for time or want no part of getting out in this blustery weather (who could blame you) you can also order online HERE. Delivery is available for Upper Merion Township, and the Boroughs of Bridgeport and West Conshy.

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Cookie Booth Locations & Times

(Feb 4 - 10 )🍪🍪

📍 Michaels
🕒 Friday | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
🕒 Saturday & Sunday | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

📍 Liquor Store
🕒 Friday | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
🕒 Saturday | 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
🕒 Sunday | 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

📍 UPS Store
🕒 Saturday | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

📍 Kunda Beverage
🕒 Saturday & Sunday | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

📍 KOP Beer
🕒 Friday | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
🕒 Saturday | 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
🕒 Sunday | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

📍 Workhorse Brewing
🕒 Saturday | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
🕒 Sunday | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

📍 Dunkin
🕒 Saturday | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
🕒 Sunday | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

📍 Famous George's
🕒 Friday | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
🕒 Saturday | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

📍 Little Sicily
🕒 Friday | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
🕒 Saturday | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

📍 Angelo's Pizza
🕒 Friday | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

📍 4th Street Cafe
🕒 Saturday & Sunday | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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SPECIAL EVENTS

Tuesday, February 4, 2025

Live Music: Jess Forget
📍 Southern Cross Kitchen | 🕒 6:00 PM
Pro Wrestling Trivia
📍 Workhorse Brewing | 🕒 6:30 PM
DJ Gabagool's Karaoke
📍 Pepper's | 🕒 7:00 - 11:00 PM
Music Bingo
📍 Taphouse 23 | 🕒 7:00 - 9:00 PM

Wednesday, February 5, 2025

Live Music: Jack Mangene
📍 Southern Cross Kitchen | 🕒 6:00 PM
Live Music: Josh Christina and the Revivals
📍 118 North Wayne | 🕒 7:30 PM
Live Music: Brian Quinn
📍 Bridgeport Ribhouse | 🕒 7:00 - 10:00 PM
Quizzo
📍 Taphouse 23 | 🕒 7:00 - 9:00 PM

Thursday, February 6, 2025

Live Music: Chris Giakas
📍 Southern Cross Kitchen | 🕒 6:00 PM
Lucky Dragon Dance
📍 Valley Forge Casino | 🕒 6:00 PM
Bingo Night
📍 Workhorse Brewing | 🕒 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Live Music: Sidearm Duo
📍 Pepper's | 🕒 6:30 - 9:00 PM
Live Music: Acoustics with Taylor Rhodes
📍 Bridgeport Ribhouse | 🕒 7:00 - 10:00 PM
Arts & Drafts
📍 Workhorse Brewing | 🕒 Time TBD

Friday, February 7, 2025

Live Music: Wesley David
📍 118 North Wayne | 🕒 4:00 PM
Live Music: Dueling Pianos
📍 Southern Cross Kitchen | 🕒 6:00 PM
Live Music: Two Rocks Rye & Tucked In
📍 118 North Wayne | 🕒 9:00 PM
Live Music: Happy Hour with Hal Aaron
📍 Bridgeport Ribhouse | 🕒 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Live Music: Play It Forward
📍 Taphouse 23 | 🕒 7:00 - 10:00 PM
Live Music: Ken Battista Band
📍 Pepper's | 🕒 8:30 - 11:30 PM
Live Music: Mostly Harmless
📍 Bridgeport Ribhouse | 🕒 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM

Saturday, February 8, 2025

Live Music: Chris Day
📍 118 North Wayne | 🕒 4:00 PM
Live Music: Hailey Rose
📍 Southern Cross Kitchen | 🕒 6:30 PM
Live Music: Shaken Classic Rock Show
📍 Arnold's Family Fun Center | 🕒 7:00 PM
Live Music: Karl's Garcia Band
📍 118 North Wayne | 🕒 9:00 PM
2025 Birds Kickoff
📍 Arnold's Family Fun Center | 🕒 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Ben FM Super Crawl
📍 Arnold's Family Fun Center | 🕒 12:00 - 1:30 PM
Live Music: School of Rock
📍 Bridgeport Ribhouse | 🕒 2:00 - 6:00 PM
Lunar New Year Celebration
📍 King of Prussia Mall | 🕒 3:00 - 6:00 PM
Live Music: Chris Giakas
📍 Taphouse 23 | 🕒 7:00 - 10:00 PM
Live Music: Peace Creeps
📍 Bridgeport Ribhouse | 🕒 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Live Music: Sidearm
📍 Pepper's | 🕒 8:30 - 11:30 PM
Live Music: Tommy's Open Mic
📍 Bridgeport Ribhouse | 🕒 9:00 - 11:00 PM

Sunday, February 9, 2025

SUPER BOWL 🦅
National Pizza Day
📍 Pepper's | 🕒 11:00 AM - 1:00 AM
Live Music: Ty Kingsley
📍 Taphouse 23 | 🕒 5:00 - 8:00 PM

Monday, February 10, 2025

"Clean the Attic" Bingo
📍 Bridgeport Ribhouse | 🕒 5:00 - 8:00 PM

RECURRING/UPCOMING EVENTS

Winter Sneak Peak
📍 Chanticleer Garden | 📅 Feb 1, 5, 8 and March 1, 5, 8 | 🕒 11 - 4 PM
Upper Merion Camera Club
📍Upper Merion Baptist Church (Room 25) | 📅 Wednesdays | 🕒 7 PM
ONLINE cooking class: Italian Winter Favorites
📍 Sur La Table | 📅 View Available Classes
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
Daily Orientation Film
📍The Theatre at Valley Forge | 🕒 9:30 - 4:00 p.m. | every ½ hour | watch online
Bird Watching
📍 John James Audubon Center | 🕒 Trail and Museum Hours
Art Exhibitions
📍Jenkins Arboretum | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
📍 Upper Merion Community Center | Business hours
KID Climbing and Fitness
📍 Reach Climbing and Fitness | 📅 View Calendar
Bluey CAMP Experience
📍 King of Prussia Mall | 📅 Check Schedule
QUIZZO
📍 TJ’s Restaurant and Drinkery | 📅 Tuesdays | 🕒 7-9 PM
19th Annual Revolutionary Run
📍 Valley Forge National Historic Park | 📅 April 13th | 🕛 8:30 AM

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