Community Corner
Weekend Planner: May 5
Patch gives you a preview of some fun events happening around town this weekend.
It's Thursday already, and you've got no idea what you're going to do for the weekend. Are we right? Of course we're right.
That's why we've tracked down the six best activities happening around town between now and Sunday. We anticipate needs and fill them. It's what we do.
Whatever you do on this fine weekend though, be sure to include mom. As the fictional character Don Corleone once said, "A man who doesn't spend time with his family can never be a real man." And as our own mother once said, "It'd be nice if you called once in a while. And moved your stuff out of the garage--I can't even pull my car in there."
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This advice counts double on Mother's Day.
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Where/When: Cliveden, between Upsal & Johnson Streets, on Saturday from 11 a.m. through 5 p.m.
Why Go: Join thousands of residents at this annual event in neighborhood unity! Tables feature local businesses, community organizations, political candidates, schools, craftspeople and clothing vendors. Music, food, children’s games and fun for all make this a community event not to be missed.
Pricing: Free.
Mother’s Day Celebration at High Point Café
Where/When: 602 Carpenter Lane or 7200 Cresheim Rd., Saturday and Sunday 7 a.m. through 5 p.m.
Why Go: High Point crepes are only $5 all weekend in honor of Mother’s Day.
Pricing: Crepes $5, other items regular pricing per menu.
9th Annual Rockin the Ridge Car Show
Where/When: Ridge Ave, Gorgas Park, on Saturday from 11 a.m. through 4 p.m.
Why Go: 150 classic cars line up along Ridge Avenue, with owners presenting their various makes and models to visitors. Craft show vendors, games, rides and food are located in Gorgas Park, making the Rockin the Ridge Car Show a family-friendly environment.
Pricing: Free.
Where/When: Bella Trattoria, 4258 Main Street between Pensdale & Grape, on Sunday.
Why Go: Celebrate Mother’s Day with great food and complimentary Mimosas or Bellini for all moms. Call 215-482-5556 for reservations.
Pricing: Varies; free mimosas & Bellini.
Morris Arboretum Annual Plant Sale
Where/When: Leed Horticulture Center at Bloomfield Farm (across street from main entrance of Morris Arboretum, 100 E. Northwestern Avenue), on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Friday is members-only day.
Why Go: The sale features an unusual and hard-to-find selection of plants. In annuals, the colorful favorites and tasty selections of vegetables and herbs will be offered, plus an exciting selection of plants for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds to the garden. There will also be interesting perennials and woody plants that are not widely available at most local retailers. The Arboretum’s perennials are grown by local nurseries familiar with our climate and soils so their selections are well suited to thrive in this area.
Pricing: Varies.
Mother’s Day Brunch and Dinner Buffet at Valley Green Inn
Where/When: Valley Green Inn, Valley Green Rd at Wissahickon, on Sunday. Brunch is served from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and dinner is from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Why Go: Enjoy a relaxing Mother’s Day in this peaceful and idyllic historic location. Call 215-247-1730 for reservations.
Pricing: Brunch entrees $18.95, chef’s specialties $22.95, children’s menu $9.95 for ages 10 and under.
