The Jenkintown Farmer's Market re-opens on Wednesday, May 2nd!

Hours: 11:30am - 4pm.
Location:  Town Square, (One block west of York Rd on Leedom & Greenwood Streets) 

Here is what's happening on opening day:

Opening Day Special Event: Local Plant Expert & Wild Foodies Founder Lynn Landes Learn about edible & non-edible local plants some of which may be growing in your own backyards!

Date: Wednesday, May 2nd Time: 11:30am – 4pm

Meet your local farmers who will be regulars at the Jenkintown Farmer's Market every week!

• M & B Farview Farms – meat, cheese, milk, eggs, ice cream
• Tabora Farm & Orchard – bread, cookies, pies, cakes, herbs, wine
• Berkholder Farm – certified organic produce, jams, honey
• Naughty Nutty Love – gourmet nut butters
• Vick's Piks – pickles, hand-made soaps
• Mediterranean Delight – olive oil, flavored vinegars
• Electric City Roasting – locally roasted coffees Raviolitas – home-made gourmet ravioli
• Farm Fromage - Lancaster County artisan cheeses from the Misty Creek Goat Dairy

On Saturday, April 14, local photographer Pamela Reiss, of Pamela Reiss Photography, in conjunction with the Professional Photographers of America Charities, will host an event for the benefit of Operation Smile which  treats children around the world who suffer with cleft lips, cleft palates and other facial deformities.

On that day, for a minimum donation of $24.00, Pamela Reiss Photography will offer the gift of a 5x7 professional  portrait for you or a family member. Your entire donation will go to Operation Smile, who can repair a smile for as little as $240.00. 
 
This event will take place from 10:00am to 4:00pm at Jenkintown's own This Little Gallery, 617 West Ave.

For further information or to schedule an appointment, call Pamela Reiss at 215-429-5746. Be a part of this worthy cause!

Parents - start your shopping while your kids have a party!  The Little Gym is hosting a Pajama Party on Friday, November 25th from 1 - 4pm.  Cost is $25 for members, $20 for siblings, and $35 for non-members.  Call 215 886-3300 to reserve a spot.  Drop, and shop!

Looking for local fun for the entire family?  Head to The Hiway Theatre for their Black Friday (November 25th) showing of Kung Fu Panda 2.  Children are $5 each;  parents free with children.  Showings are at 11:00 am and 1:30pm.  The 11am showing is sensory friendly;  lights and volume are adjusted to make children with sensory issues more comfortable.  

Mark your calendar's for future family matinees:  

December 26th - A Christmas Story

December 30th - The Tooth Fairy

As part of their 40th Year Anniversary celebration, My Jewel Shop invites you to an Anthony Lent trunk show this Saturday, November 12th from 10am until 4pm.  Stop in to congradulate owners Rob and Linda Stewart on this wonderful accomplishment, and meet internationally recognized master jeweler and designer Anthony Lent and see one-of-a-kind jewelry and Automata.  

Visit www.myjewelshop.com for additional information.

Grab some friends, get your tickets and your horse will be out of the gate in no time.  Join Immaculate Conception Church for their Night at the Races fundraiser this Saturday, November 12th at 7pm.  Tickets available at the door - 602 West Avenue, Jenkintown.  Questions?  Contact Laura McCarthy at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

The Hiway Theatre welcomes FirstGlance Film Festival, one of the fastest growing indie film fests in Philadelphia and Hollywood, for one night only, Sunday, October 30th.  This is an exceptional opportunity to screen the Best Of program of award winning selections created by filmmakers, actors and producers with roots in the Greater Philadelphia region and Tri-state area - as compiled by founder and festival director William Ostroff.  FirstGlance got its start in the basement of a small theater in Philadelphia 14 years ago.  Moviemaker magazine named it one of the top 10 film festival investments;  Time magazine named it one of the "top 10 festivals for the rest of us."  Don't miss this great opportunity to see FirstGlance at Jenkintown's own Hiway Theatre.  

Two local merchants are celebrating BIG anniversaries and you are invited to enjoy the festivities.  Art of Framing, 413 York Road, marks 10 years of business;  My Jewel Shop, 411 York Road,  has hit the 40 year mark!!  Join these great neighbors as they celebrate together on Sunday, October 30th with Customer Appreciation parties from 2 - 6pm.

Art of Framing

Join Sok Chan and Melissa Clark-Pho as they host an exhibit of original paintings by James Freeman and Stanley Silverman.  There will also be delicious refreshments, a wine tasting by Tabora Farms, poster give-aways, and a raffle for a $500 gift certificate to Art of Framing.  

My Jewel Shop

Dress up in your jewelry and join Linda and Rob Stewart for an afternoon of fun in-store drawings and contests with the opportunity to win great prizes.  Enjoy delicious food and refreshments.  The Stewarts favorite line, the First Image Design collection will be hugely discounted AND a percentage of the profits will be donated to Breast Cancer research.

**Please note:  Scare on the Square was postponed due to unseasonable weather.  The new date is Saturday, November 5th from 2-4pm in the Jenkintown Town Square.**

If you are looking for a non-quite terror filled day of Fall fun, head to the Jenkintown Town Square for the Recreation Board's annual Scare on the Square celebration.  Junior ghosts and goblins will enjoy an afternoon of fun family activities.  Festivities for the day include:  

• Mummy races
• Pumpkin decorating
• Haunted Gazebo
• Trick-or-treat bag decorating
• Costume Contest
• Trick-or-treating about the business district
• and more!

Head to the Town Square Saturday, October 29th from 2-4pm to join in the fun!

What better than a crisp Fall day of hearty chili and gross overeating?!  Bust out your classic chili recipe for Jenkintown's 3rd Annual Chili Cook-off and Pie-Eating contest on Saturday, October 22nd from 1 - 4pm in the Town Square. Enjoy a fun event for the entire family and demonstrate your culinary prowess OR prove once and for all who is the fastest pie eater in town - no hands!  One lucky chili chef will be crowned Jenkintown Chili King or Queen.  

The cook-off is limited to 25 entrants and sign-ups are on a first-come, first-served basis.  Chili-tasting wristbands are $3.  There is a $5 fee to enter the pie eating contest and contestants are divided into two age groups:  under 18 and ages 18 and up.

For more info visit the Rec Board webpage.

Jenkintown Youth Activities (JYA) is turning 50! The JYA Board of Directors invites the entire Jenkintown community to a celebration at 7pm on October 22, 2011 at Homestead Hall (located at Homestead and York Roads Jenkintown, PA).  Food, beverages, auction items and live entertainment featuring the Chris Callas Band will be provided.  Tickets are $30 per person and must be purchased in advance.  You can purchase your tickets on-line at www.jenkintownjya.com.  Spaces are limited! 

JYA is a non-profit organization established in 1961 and is 100% volunteer-based.  Historically, JYA had offered activites such as gymnastics, golf, summer basketball, wrestling and chess.  Currently, JYA offers intramural and travel soccer leagues, fall and spring baseball, softball and tee ball as well as summer soccer and tennis camps.

Jenkintown students will walk, run and jog to show their commitment to education and activities promoting student health, fitness and wellness during the annual Jenkintown Drake Jog-a-Thon held on  Friday, October 21st, 2011.  This annual event is also a fundraiser for the school district.  Students obtain sponsors for their hard work; all funds raised go toward field trips, equipment, special programs, workshops and student supplies.  New this year, Jenkintown Middle School students will participate in addition to Jenkintown Elementary School students.  Each class will have the opportunity to walk, run, or jog at the school track for 30 minutes.

Care to contribute?  Sponsor a student PER LAP or for a fixed amount. 

Pledges may be given directly to students or you can donate online.  Mail checks to: 
Jenkintown Home & School Association
Attn: Jog-a-Thon 
325 Highland Avenue
Jenkintown, PA 19046

Help support our schools and promote student health.

Are you looking for a pet?

The Seniors for Seniors Pet Adoption is the thing for you! The Chelsea Senior Living is holding this free event on Sunday, August 21 from 11am- 3pm!

This is a free event for families to open their hearts to middle aged and senior pet who need a home and family!

“Jenkintown, PA’s THE NEW MOTELS have been on the Philly music scene since 2003. With elements of folk, rock and pop that follow a tradition that reaches back to the Kinks, THE NEW MOTELS blend the ramshackle charm of indie bands like Pavement with twangy solos and catchy choruses that would do any classic rock fan proud. Their most recent album ‘Tilbury Sweat’ was recorded with Philly’s most sought after producer, Bill Moriarty (Dr. Dog, Hoots & Hellmouth, Man Man). Their songs are smart, fun, and charming. Check out a couple of tracks below to discover a great local talent”

"Philly's BERETTA76 have been together since 2002, merging power–pop, garage–punk and classic '70s–style arena–sized hard rock into a potent combination. Lead singer and guitarist Camille Escobedo recalls tough rock queens like Pat Benatar or Joan Jett and the band serves up melodic and raw-rocking tunes with power pop punch that are sleek, blunt, taut and sexy. Check out a few choice cuts from their CD, 'Black Beauty'. Band members include: Camille Escobedo – voice & guitar, Pete Rydberg – guitar & voice, Liz Dalberth – bass & voice, Rob Giglio – drums."