Fig Media Spring 2012

FIG ® SPRING 2012 / ISSUE №05

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Ready. Set. Learn.

There's something in the air in Media—a passion for exploration, a thirst for knowledge, a hunger for thinking beyond the box. Cookie cutter educations have gone stale as a fresh batch of educational models are brought to the table. Let’s start with the very youngest of minds. Media’s preschools are meeting our kids exactly where they are. Educating the young pushes beyond the purely academic—and impressionable minds learn more than their abc's. Children develop intellectually, yes, but also physically, socially and emotionally. Hands-on learning experiences turn abstract concepts into tactile truths. Small, more intimate learning environments instill the values and morals that are so critical in today's world. Students connect with their teachers and each other. The key is in unlocking each student's potential. And in Media, there are many choices that enrich, inspire and nurture all ages. So, put on your thinking caps and explore the possibilities for learning in our great town. We hope you are inspired by the things you discover.

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Kate Bundrick, Art Talk As an oil painter, art is Kate’s passion, but not the only apple of her eye. Volunteerism is a large part of Kate’s life, and she can be found all around town supporting the arts and nonprofits in Media. Be it a Media Arts Council event or leading horses at Rattlebox Nature Center, she rolls up her sleeves and dives right in. Blogging is a new outlet for Kate, and she is excited to share news about the fabulous art scene emerging in Media and help point out what there is to see and do. figmediapa.com/arttalk Brendan O’Riordan, EnviroMedia A LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP) and member of Media Borough’s Environmental Advisory Council, Brendan blogs about sustainability and environmental conservation. “The many opportunities Media affords in the arts and community involvement are why I love living here. That love extends to Media’s natural environment. I hope that EnviroMedia helps keep people informed about issues like recycling, public transportation and organic farming in the Media area.” figmediapa.com/enviromedia FIND MORE BLOGGERS LIKE Kate and Brendan ONLY AT FIGMEDIAPA.COM

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RETREATS

WORKSHOPS

RESIDENT STUDY PROGRAM

BED & BREAKFAST

CONFERENCE SERVICES

BOOKSTORE

Pendle Hill

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Are you an engaged adult learner who wants to explore life’s big questions and find best practices for creating change? Are spiritual life and faithful living important to you? Do you yearn to live more authentically? We offer refreshing retreats, inspiring workshops and courses and opportunities for longer-term study in a diverse educational community.

338 Plush Mill Road • 610.566.4507 • pendlehill.org

Located on 23 hidden acres in Wallingford, Pendle Hill is a Quaker study, retreat and conference center that delights in welcoming guests year round. Come walk our grounds, visit our bookstore, savor a farm-to-table meal and see if we’re the right place for your own time of peaceful discovery.

Find out more at pendlehill.org

PHOTOGRAPHY ©2011 MAMUN ZAMAN

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fig. b Foundation: the basis or groundwork of anything.

Buildings have foundations to support the plans of architecture. Terroir is the foundation to any beautiful glass of wine. And we as humans find our foundations within what has shaped us: our relationships, our religions, the unmarked twists and turns life so often hands us.

Not all foundations are strong or even reliable, but when they are, look out world. Think Taj Mahal. Its construction began in 1642, and not only is it still standing, it’s still outstanding. The perfect balance of soil, location and weather provides a winemaker with the terroir to bring us the perfect glass. As humans, when we think about our foundations we’re often brought back to the beginning, the experiences we had, the things we did when we were young.

Foundations are the essential piece. We all have to start somewhere—and if there is one thing we’ve realized in putting together this issue to share with you, it’s that Media is full of opportunities for strong foundation building. For instilling into the next generation a new skill set that pushes them while still encouraging them to keep hold of the ideals their parents' parents valued.

Right here in Media we have preschools that have been around for years that are leaders in their field, teaching our smallest of friends to solve problems through play and encouraging them to find joy in learning through discovery. Elementary and middle schools are rocking the boat in the field of education and are holding students accountable for their learning and their actions. Gone are the days of a passive classroom environment: students are communicating, students are engaged and students are building foundations.

Outside of school, our town has community groups in libraries and theatres, all of which encourage kids and adults alike to step out of the box. Teens' voices are being heard through writing clubs at local libraries. Actors are learning on stage how to heed the words of a director and still hold to their own unique style and stage presence. Learning, education and foundation building are taking place in and out of the classroom, and we couldn’t be prouder of a community that seems to whisper from its very pores, “We care about tomorrow.”

k n i h t g i b Media has a variety of options to meet the needs of a diverse group of learners who are living in a time when status quo simply won’t be enough. We’re here to tell you that this next generation of kids is in good hands. When life hands them twists and turns they’ll have the tools to approach it . . . the tools to build from the things they learned when they were young.

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a bright START Reformation Nursery School

Preschool Learning

REVEREND DR. LARRY SMOOSE Senior Pastor

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at Reformation Evangelical Lutheran Church Mrs. Marge Schafer reads a story to her 3-day class at Nursery School. Reformation Nursery School has been part of the church for over 50 years. The church also has a before and after school program (Stay and Play).

Both programs are currently registering.

102 West Rose Tree Road • 610.891.0600 • relcmedia.org Sunday Worship: 8:30am Traditional, 11am Contemporary, 9:45am Sunday School for all ages

LEARN MORE ABOUT US: Scan the QR code to learn about our global mission outreach.

A busy Spring schedule doesn’t mean you can’t eat well. Stop by the café and pick up healthy dishes for the entire family.

TRADITIONAL STILTON: True artisinal Stilton with a rich complexity and finish TOMME DE SAVOIE: Semi-firm cheese with flavors of hazelnut & grass

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FLAVORS MOLITERNO AL VINO: Rich Sardinian sheep milk cheese rubbed with pungent amarone classico wine HUMBOLDT FOG: Northern California soft ripened goat cheese bisected with a line of vegetable ash

AMAZING ACRES BANON: A Chester County farmstead goat cheese wrapped in a brandy-soaked merlot leaf

CRUTIN CON TARTUFO: Raw sheep or goat's milk cheese: pungent truffle mixes perfectly with this balanced and firm cheese from Northern Italy

PRIMA DONNA: Dutch cow’s milk, perfect for pizza or pasta or plated and served with wine

JASPER HILL HARBISON: A soft Vacheron style cow’s milk cheese from Vermont wrapped with maple wood

TALEGGIO: A milky, buttery, yeasty aroma with an oozing, sticky meaty cheese center

21 West State Street • 610.565.8320 • the320marketcafe.com

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PEKING DUCK

TEMPURA AWARD-WINNING WINE LIST

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4-6 West State Street • 610.892.0115 • margaretkuos.com

sushi CREATIONS

SUSHI & SASHIMI

joyful LEARNING PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN (FULL-DAY OPTION) THROUGH GRADE 8 HALF- AND FULL-DAY OPTIONS AVAILABLE ADMISSIONS OPEN HOUSE EVERY WEDNESDAY 9:30-11AM

A Montessori Philosophy

The Walden School inspires confidence, promotes academic excellence and celebrates the uniqueness of each child.

901 North Providence Road • 866.738.1921 • TheWaldenSchool.org

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SPRING

CHOCOLATE NONPAREILS

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143 East Baltimore Avenue • 610.566.0581 • bevansownmakecandy.com

COCONUT CREAM & HOLLOW SHELL CHOCOLATE EGGS

SOLID MILK CHOCOLATE BUNNIES

Helping bright students with language-based learning difficulties develop into confident and strategic thinkers, learners and problem-solvers.

BUILDING CONFIDENCE AND INDEPENDENCE GRADES 1-8 23-ACRE WOODED CAMPUS

discover POTENTIAL Benchmark School

Summer Camp 2012

July 2 to August 3 5-Week Session Ages 6-12 Full- and half-day language arts & recreation programs.

Call now to reserve your child’s place!

2107 North Providence Road • 610.565.3741 • benchmarkschool.org

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I am committed to be peace, for me, for my family, for my friends, for my community, for all people, everywhere. For the earth, for all living creatures. To teach peace. To plant its seeds. To grow love, around me first, and to send it out into the world.

—FROM THE "BE PEACE" DAILY PLEDGE

authentic: Denise Yocco “DO YOU BELIEVE IN A WORLD WITHOUT WAR?” The words stumbled out of my mouth, with a touch of trepidation and a ton of honesty. Denise had been sitting across from me on a small stool situated in the back of Seven Stones, her boutique. She had been breezing though questions for the past 30 minutes, but this particular sentence seemed to ignite something. She paused for a second . . . glanced down and adjusted her posture, as if to buy a moment in thought . . . and then, a smirk stretched across her face, her shoulders eased up, she looked me in the eye and with confidence and hope she simply answered, “Yes.” Running her boutique on the west end of State Street for the last 10 years, Denise Yocco has rooted the ideals of peace into her core. With the heart of a hippie, she formed a shop that promotes and

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expands people’s perceptions of what is possible when we put focus back into our hearts and our neighborhoods. She’s forged an environment that draws in like-minded people, along with the minds of the curious. But her monthly drum circles and her connection with the community hardly scratch the surface of what she believes she’s capable of creating.

After completing an educational program with the Shift Network labeled “Be Peace,” her ideals of peace and how the world can adopt it began to shift. She was able to shift her internal stance on peace from “What can I do?” to “How can we all?” The more she opened her life up to this idea, the more she saw and became part of a rapidly growing grassroots movement of people worldwide that feel the same way. > Read more about Denise at Figmediapa.com

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LOCAL SCHOOLS can contact Denise directly (Yoccod@gmail.com) for information on "Be Peace’s" teacher training, which gives teachers the tools to integrate peace into the classroom on a daily basis.

INSET, UPPER RIGHT: Local children create a visual homage to the message of "Be Peace."

springtime STYLE

HOME DECOR & FRAGRANCE

UNIQUE JEWELRY & ACCESSORIES

GIF TS FOR BABY

BATH + BODY

New spring picks from MONICA, home style expert and owner of LOCAL HOME + GIFTS. 29 West State Street • 610.566.5661 • localhomeandgifts.com

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. e t a i t a s . sip.savor EXPER

TA U R A N T S S E R U IE N R A IE N C E T H E B

Barnieu

This is Loic’s spread.

Left should represent the Barneiu restaurant group as we did before but with new photos.

It should then lead to a Fresh FRENCH BISTROnew & WINE restaurant BAR Face Aon Loic’s - Diego’s.

Excite the Senses An authentic French restaurant serving lunch, dinner & weekend brunch. 38 West State Street. Labellebistro.com

A MEXICAN CANTINA

Add a splash of Tequila Opening early 2012, Diego’s will feature all natural meats cooked over a wood-burning grill. Over 40 tequilas.

214 West State Street.

Follow us on facebook.

SPANISH-ITALIAN FUSION CUISINE Contemporary European Taste Weekly live entertainment. 13 beers on draft.

42 bottled beers to choose from.

36 West State Street. Picasso-bar.com

LOIC BARNIEU

Owner of La Belle Epoque, Picasso and Diego’s Cantina

fresh FACE loic barnieu

PASSION IS PURELY A CULMINATION OF SPIRIT AND VIGOR APPLIED TO OUR DAILY LIVES—OR CAN IT REACH FURTHER THAN THAT? CAN IT BECOME THE DRIVING FORCE THAT PROPELS YOU OUT OF EXPECTATION AND INTO EXCELLENCE? Chef Loic Barnieu has already proven he can translate his French roots successfully with his first restaurant in Media, La Belle Epoque; his ability to be diverse and creative also shines in his second restaurant, Picasso. When Barnieu saw an opening in a town he’s heavily believed and invested in for the last few years, he didn’t just wish for someone to bring it to Media; he took the initiative and brought it himself . . . in a fashion only he could.

And so the concept of Diego’s Cantina & Tequila Bar was born. Located at 214 West State Street, it is shaping up to be the perfect culmination of what Barnieu was born to do, while applying it to everything Media needs. It’s a unique offering of Mexican fare done in a natural and sophisticated fashion. Combine that with a bar with over 40 tequilas and a kitchen with a wood-burning stove, and we can’t help but salivate for the late March opening. A penchant for fresh and quality ingredients, a broad and accommodating price point and an eye for aesthetics and atmosphere, Diego’s is poised to display everything that makes Barnieu such an asset to this town.

LOIC BARNIEU: Owner of La Belle Epoque, Picasso and Diego’s

figmediapa.com • facebook.com/figmediapa • twitter 214 West State Street • Diegos Cantina and@figmediapa Tequila Bar

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Born in California, Beverly has lived many places across the United States and Europe. Art has traveled with her. Fine art, performing art, garden art . . . everything catches her eye. For the past 10 years, her life has been changed by her love of painting.

610.316.2953 | beverlyblumesmith@gmail.com

“Drawing is always in the mix as the music festivals of Media feed my sketchbook images.” Prints, magnets, tiles and much more are available at Earth & State. 610.566.9270 | earthandstate.com

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Nadia W. Bond

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Rebecca Michelle Lee

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ARE YOU AN ARTIST LOOKING TO PROMOTE YOURSELF? Become a M.A.C. Registry Artist and receive your very own editable webpage—easy to create and easy to update as your work changes. Build awareness and draw people to your art. Learn how at: mediaartscouncil.org/artist/search

“For any of my work to succeed I cannot create on my terms.

When I observe my own surrender I feel the joy of the Creator, like I am sharing secrets with God. The more I can remove of myself in the process the more sincere the work will be.”

610.453.1828 | sethdarnall.com | brvdrawn.tumblr.com

Nadia has been an Interior Designer for over 30 years and a potter for 14 years, learning to work in clay at the Community Arts Center and now president of the Potters Guild. See more of Nadia’s work at the Potters Guild Sale May 4-6 at the Community Arts Center.

610.543.3680 | thepottersguild.com/nadia-bond

“Most of my originals are painted plein aire (outdoors). My art tells a story behind each piece. I use pastels, which is my favorite medium, as well as oils depending on my mood. I love to see the reaction of art lovers, whether it be showing them a portrait that I have completed or simply exhibiting at an art event.”

610.742.7474 | alessicreations.com

Rebecca Michelle Lee has studied art in Italy and has degrees in art and business. As an independent artist, Rebecca presents workshops as well as creating fine art. She is currently the Resident Artist of Blueberry Bog vintage & handmade.

610.565.1619 | rebeccamichellelee.com

301 North Jackson Street • mediaartscouncil.org

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community

GATHERING A Guide for Learning

at Media-Upper Providence Free Library FREE one-on-one computer instruction is available with library Assistant Shaun Whittaker. Based on individual needs by appointment.

Many FREE databases and research tools can be accessed from within the Library (or from home using your library card) ~ language learning, genealogy, exam preparation, resume building. ~ MUPL is a great place to start!

"You can get help from teachers, but you are going to have to learn a lot by yourself..." ~ Dr. Seuss

It takes a great staff to make a great library. It takes a community to support it. We are expanding to support

more of the Media and Upper Providence communities. But we can’t do it without you.

Consider making a donation to your local library: an investment with endless returns.

To learn more about our Capital Campaign, contact Ms. Whitesell at medirector@delcolibraries.org or use this QR code to visit our website.

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1 East Front Street • 610.566.1918 •

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IN THE WORLD

to change the world Educating students to make a difference

Our partners in service-learning based teaching include: FRIENDS OF GLEN PROVIDENCE PARK • GREENER PARTNERS HILLSIDE FARM MEDIA FAIR TRADE COMMITTEE • 69TH STREET HOMELESS SHELTER • DIFAN CHESTER-RIDLEY-CRUM WATERSHED • CRADLES TO CRAYONS • FOLK ARTS RAJASTHAN OHKAY OWINGEH PUEBLO • PARTNERS IN HEALTH • SHELTERBOX INTERNATIONAL SIGN UP TODAY! Summer Friends Camps begin June 18.

Visit mpfs.org for more information.

Experiences in the formative years shape the people children become.

Every day at MPFS, students are purposefully engaged in learning to use their knowledge for greater good. As they put values into action, they experience their own capacity to be the change they wish to see in the world.

Pre-K to grade 8 • 125 West Third Street • 610.565.1960 • mpfs.org

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american

STYLE

HAND-CRAF TED BEERS FRESH ENTREES UNIQUE SMALL PLATES MONDAY-FRIDAY 5-10 PM

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30 East State Street • 610.627.9000 • ironhillbrewery.com

CASUAL ELEGANCE Present a bright table or picnic with the finest in lightweight and resilient tabletop goods. Your outdoor table never looked so good.

FOR YOUR HOME

Customized wooden board for grilling—a perfect gift

FOR YOUR TABLE

Wedding Registry

FOR THE BRIDE

Hand-crafted pottery

7 East State Street • 610.565.4007 • simplyeleganthome.com

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givingBACK

Nina J. Davidson

Know someone who is volunteering and making a positive impact in Media? Tell us their story at info@figmediapa.com.

NINA J. DAVIDSON: Inspiring local youths through creative writing and reflection

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In the year Nina J. Davidson spent as the art blogger for Fig® Media, she was immersed into the vast community of artists in Media but noted the lack of writers and writers' groups.

She was active in her church and she heard from a few of the girls in the youth group that they’d be participating in National Novel Writing Month, just like she had the year before. With the support of Media-Upper Providence (MUP) Free Library Youth Services Librarian Brittany Eastman, an idea to host a write-in at the library eventually evolved into the Teen Writers Group.

With the support of MUP Library Program Director Jim Swiggett, Nina will be doing outreach work at the Delaware County Juvenile Detention Center. Though the background of the teens in the juvenile detention center is drastically different, Nina’s goals for the outreach program are the same. “With the kids in the juvenile detention center, I want to tailor the illustrative examples so that they speak to their experiences.” On her list of illustrative examples is an excerpt from Walter Dean Myers' award-winning young adult novel, Monster.

The Teen Writers Group gives teens ages 12-18 a safe, supportive atmosphere to come and share their poetry, short stories and other original works. Nina’s goal is to facilitate a teen-centered group where teens can come and share their works free of judgment and criticism in order to encourage them to write creatively. Though the structure of the program may change based on the teens participating, the group will adhere to group-written rules, incorporate a variety of print and visual aids to show illustrative examples of literature and have in-group writing exercises.

The book is written from the perspective of a young man who committed a crime and is using writing to cope with his trial.

“By using Monster, I hope to show them that [the protagonist] made a mistake, the consequences of which may land him in jail for the rest of his life. I want to start a dialogue about it in the hopes that this reading can open the door to insights about their own situations.” By using readings like this, Nina hopes to be able to show teens at the facility that they can make better decisions moving forward.

CATCH THE TEEN WRITERS GROUP ON THE THIRD THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH AT THE MUP LIBRARY FROM 6-8PM.

figmediapa.com • facebook.com/figmediapa • twitter @figmediapa

Christ Episcopal Church DEVOUT, DIVERSE, DYNAMIC INTERACTIVE CHILDREN’S PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS

learning FOR LIFE Christ Church Preschool is dedicated to the joy of learning.

A child-centered approach to ed ucation.

Accredited by the National Association for the Ed ucation of Young Children.

Half days and full days available. Accepting applications for Fall 2012 : call 610. 566.7730 311 South Orange Street • 610.566.7525 • christchurchmedia.org

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think GLOBALLY

drink LOCALLY

PA’S PREFERRED PREMIUM WINES

Locally Owned and Operated Gino Razzi and his daughter Carley produce award- winning wines from 100% Pennsylvania-grown grapes. Their tasting room in Chadds Ford provides an all-around vineyard experience. Taste, enjoy and cellar Penns Woods wines.

Be a part of supporting local wine in Pennsylvania.

TASTING ROOM, VINEYARD AND WINERY EXCITING & UNIQUE MONTHLY EVENTS

WEEKENDS IN APRIL

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Wine & Cupcake Pairings Each weekend in April we are teaming up with a local baker to bring you exclusive Wine and Cupcake pairings. Taste 5 of our most popular wines specially paired with 5 miniature cupcakes!

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Mother’s Day in the Vineyard Moms taste for free all weekend! On Sunday enjoy a light yoga class followed by a tasting of four wines paired with local gourmet cheeses and chocolates. To purchase tickets visit pennswoodswinery.com.

124 Beaver Valley Road, Chadds Ford • 610.459.0808 • pennswoodswinery.com

MAY 19

Second Annual Wine Festival Daytime Festival 12pm-5pm.

Includes vendors, live music, raffle auction, fresh and local foods, wine tastings and more!

Evening Wine and Jazz 6pm9pm. Jazz under the stars with light hors d'oeuvres and wine.

inspired

LEARNING

The School in Rose Valley experience is both nurturing and rigorous—

students are prepared for future academic success, meaningful relationships and active citizenship.

FULL- & HALF-DAY KINDERGARTEN ENROLLING NOW

Offering classes from preschool through sixth grade. Visit theschoolinrosevalley.org for our Open House dates.

FAMILY OPEN HOUSE AND FREE CONCERT SATURDAY, APRIL 14, 10AM-NOON

Bring the family for a tour of SRV’s beautiful campus. Experience activities in classrooms, wood shop and art. Join us for a meet-and-greet with WXPN’s Kids' Corner host Kathy O’Connell and a free concert by kids band The Plants!

Call 610.566.1088 to register.

20 School Lane, Rose Valley • 610.566.1088 • theschoolinrosevalley.org

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Summer Shakespeare Camp 2011

Spring Semester: April 14-June 18 Acting classes for kids, teens and adults.

NOW ENROLLING! See website for details

MUSICAL THEATRE SHOW CLASSES Pinocchio April 28-May 22 Seussical Jr. May 5-June 22 SUMMER CAMPS June 18-August 31

Movie Camp, Summer Shakespeare, Musical Theatre, Storytelling Classics and more!

Before and after camp care available.

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SPRING REPERTORY

spring CLASSES summer CAMPS THE COMEDY OF ERRORS A classic comedy of mistaken identity.

By William Shakespeare March 22-April 29 JOHN BROWN’S BODY A moving staging of Stephen Vincent Benet’s Pulitzer Prize-winning poem.

April 11-April 29 ART Yasmina Reza’s brilliant Tony Award-winning comedy.

May 11-June 17 Children’s Theatre on Saturdays at 11 am

64 Rose Valley Road, Rose Valley • 610.565.4211 • HedgerowTheatre.org

HANDMADE CRAF TS VINTAGE GOODS REFURBISHED FURNITURE PAINTINGS BY LOCAL ARTIST BECKY LEE

art for

EVERYONE

Set your imagination free Join Blueberry Bog for art classes to awaken your creative spirit.

Mosaic Workshops with Joanne Dozor • Scrapbook Workshops with Dannielle Misciagna • Paper Craft Workshops with Becky Lee Call for more information or to sign up for a class.

18 South Orange Street • 610.565.1619 • blueberrybogshop.com

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a global

MINDSET

HAND-CRAFTED IN WEST BANK, Phoenician Glass Carafe, $68

HAND-CRAFTED IN BOLIVIA, Highlands Carafe, $20 and Glasses, $8 each

SHOP OUR OTHER LOCATIONS: CHESTNUT HILL EXTON SOUDERTON DOWNTOWN PHILADELPHIA KING OF PRUSSIA

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101 West State Street • 610.892.5020 • tenthousandvillages.com

REIKI ACUPUNCTURE NUTRITION

Holistic HEALING Acupuncture with Eloise Prescott

Reiki Healing with Myra Reichel

Nutrition with Dorothy Pywell

M.Ac., L.Ac.

Shinpiden, Karuna®, Usui Reiki Master Teacher

M.A., R.D., L.D.N. Nutrition Consultant, Registered Dietitian

Eloise is licensed by the State Board of Medicine in Pennsylvania and is also certified in Acupuncture by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. She is available for Acupuncture and/or Reiki sessions at the Reiki Healing Center on Saturdays during her Acupuncture Clinic (reduced fees). Available Monday-Friday for regular appointments.

267.240.5109 • eloise.prescod@gmail.com

Reiki is a noninvasive technique done clothed where deep relaxation and healing take place without physical manipulation. From the Japanese, Rei translates to spiritually guided, and Ki is life force. Private sessions and clinics by appointment. Intro to Reiki free talk every 2nd Saturday. Weekly Reiki Shares, Healing Circles, and annual August 15 workshop.

Reiki classes for groups and individuals.

Handicapped accessible.

610.348.5698 • myra@reikihealingcenter.org

Dorothy is a registered dietitian with 12 years experience in counseling patients in weight loss, diabetes, cholesterol, blood pressure, renal and GI issues and has experience in long-term care, acute care and more. Her experience has made her an expert in helping others make beneficial lifestyle changes in the way they eat and in their physical activity, which are the keys to healthy lifestyle management.

610.322.1942 • dapywell@comcast.net

20 South Olive Street, Suite 305 • 610.348.5698 • reikihealingcenter.org

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March MARCH 9-APRIL 8 TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES Grown-Up Fair Trade Easter Baskets media.tenthousandvillages.com

eventsCALENDAR

MARCH 22-APRIL 29 HEDGEROW THEATRE Shakespeare’s “The Comedy of Errors” hedgerowtheatre.org

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MARCH 26 REIKI HEALING CENTER Reiki Senior Clinic at the Media Fellowship House 1-3pm Kriya Hatha Yoga Class 7-8:30pm; meets weekly reikihealingcenter.org MARCH 26-APRIL 9 TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES One Gem of a Jewelry Sale media.tenthousandvillages.com MARCH 31 GREAT MEDIA EASTER EGG HUNT Glen Providence Park 11am (raindate 4/1 at 1pm) visitmediapa.com MEDIA-UPPER PROVIDENCE FREE LIBRARY Luv-N-Bunns Rabbit Rescue visits the library! Noon-4pm luvnbunns.org mediauplibrary.org

April APRIL 4 CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH Tenebrae 7pm christchurchmedia.org MEDIA-UPPER PROVIDENCE FREE LIBRARY PAWS for Reading 6:45-7:45pm; also 4/18, 5/2 & 5/16 mediauplibrary.org APRIL 5 CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH Maundy Thursday Service 7pm christchurchmedia.org APRIL 6 CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH Good Friday Services Noon, Stations of the Cross; 4pm, Children’s Liturgy; 7pm, Choral Liturgy. christchurchmedia.org

APRIL 6-8 PENDLE HILL Experiencing Easter Again for the First Time Retreat pendlehill.org APRIL 7 CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH Easter Vigil. 7pm christchurchmedia.org APRIL 7-8 PENNS WOODS WINERY Wine & Cupcake Pairings Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 11am-5pm; also April 12-13, 19-20 & 26-27 pennswoodswinery.com APRIL 7-MAY 12 HEDGEROW THEATRE “Charlotte’s Web” hedgerowtheatre.org APRIL 7-MAY 19 THE MEDIA THEATRE “Sleeping Beauty” mediatheatre.org APRIL 8 REFORMATION LUTHERAN CHURCH Easter Sunday Community Worship Services. 8, 9:30, & 11am relcmedia.org CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH Easter Sunday Services 8 & 10am christchurchmedia.org APRIL 10 BLUEBERRY BOG Mosaic Workshops 5-7pm; every Tuesday thru 5/22 blueberrybogshop.com APRIL 11-29 HEDGEROW THEATRE “John Brown’s Body” hedgerowtheatre.org APRIL 12 BENCHMARK SCHOOL Admissions & Summer Camp Information Open House 9-11:30am; also on 5/3 & 5/11 benchmarkschool.org REIKI HEALING CENTER Reiki Share & Healing Circle Noon-2pm; also on 5/5, 10am-1pm reikihealingcenter.org REFORMATION LUTHERAN CHURCH “Making Good Decisions” Lecture with Phil Martelli at the Media Theater.

6-7:45pm HCICares.com

APRIL 14 THE SCHOOL IN ROSE VALLEY Family Open House Tour classrooms & campus, meet WXPN’s Kathy O’Connell, & enjoy a free concert by The Plants!

10am-noon theschoolinrosevalley.org MEDIA ARTS COUNCIL 2nd Saturday Family-friendly, free arts event featuring arts & live music! 6-9pm; also on 5/12 & 6/9 mediaartscouncil.org REIKI HEALING CENTER Learn about Reiki & receive Reiki, chair massage & Chakra balancing minisessions 6-9pm; also on 5/12 & 6/9 reikihealingcenter.org APRIL 15 REFORMATION LUTHERAN CHURCH Reducing Stress and Managing Anger Forum 9:45-10:45am relcmedia.org SPRING SUPER SUNDAY State Street 10am-4pm (raindate 4/22) visitmediapa.com REIKI HEALING CENTER Reiki & massage mini-sessions 10am-4pm reikihealingcenter.org APRIL 17 MEDIA-UPPER PROVIDENCE FREE LIBRARY Sakura Storytime Celebrate the Cherry Blossom Festival!

4pm mediauplibrary.org PICASSO RESTAURANT AND BAR Bro-Lesque!

Female impersonators from nationally & locally acclaimed revues 9pm; also on 5/15 & 6/19 picasso-bar.com APRIL 18-MAY 20 THE MEDIA THEATRE “Spring Awakening” mediatheatre.org APRIL 19 CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH Taize Services 7:30pm; also on 5/17 & 6/21 christchurchmedia.org APRIL 20 CHRIST CHURCH PRESCHOOL Open House. 9-11:30am christchurchmedia.org/preschool

APRIL 21 THE SCHOOL IN ROSE VALLEY Admissions Visiting Day 10-11:30am theschoolinrosevalley.org 10TH ANNUAL AMERICANA ROOTS RAMBLE MUSIC FESTIVAL 7:30pm-1am visitmediapa.com APRIL 21-23 MEDIA-UPPER PROVIDENCE FREE LIBRARY Book Sale at the Media Municipal Center.

10am-6pm mediauplibrary.org APRIL 22 TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES Earth Day Celebration media.tenthousandvillages.com APRIL 24 MEDIA-UPPER PROVIDENCE FREE LIBRARY “Stop Snoring, Bernard!” Special Story Time 4pm mediauplibrary.org PENDLE HILL Lecture by environmentalist Bill McKibben at Swarthmore College.

7:30-9pm pendlehill.org

MAY 2-27 COMMUNITY ARTS CENTER Designer Show House in Rose Valley Featuring notable interior and landscape designers & artwork from CAC’s fine artists! communityartscenter.org MAY 4-6 PENDLE HILL Qi Gong: Powerful, Simple Self-Care Retreat pendlehill.org MAY 6 PENNS WOODS WINERY Wine, Body, Soul: Yoga in the Vineyard 11am-12:30pm; also on 5/13, 6/3 & 6/24 pennswoodswinery.org

June JUNE 1-3 PENDLE HILL Black Fire: African American Quakers on Spirituality and Human Rights Weekend pendlehill.org JUNE 2-JULY 28 THE MEDIA THEATRE “Jungle Book” mediatheatre.org JUNE 3 MEDIA ART EXHIBITION & CRAFT FAIR State Street 10am-5pm (raindate 6/10) visitmediapa.com

REFORMATION LUTHERAN CHURCH David Leibig Memorial Concert & Reception 3pm relcmedia.org

JUNE 6-17 THE MEDIA THEATRE “OUT” mediatheatre.org

STARTING MAY 10 MEDIA FARMERS MARKET Parking lot at State & Gayley Streets 3-7pm; every Thursday thru 11/15! mediafarmersmarket.com

JUNE 9 12TH ANNUAL STATE STREET BLUES STROLL 7pm-1am visitmediapa.com

MAY 11-13 TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES Savings That Sparkle media.tenthousandvillages.com MAY 11-JUNE 17 HEDGEROW THEATRE “Art” hedgerowtheatre.org

JUNE 10-14 PENDLE HILL Writing the Children’s Book You Hold in Your Heart Workshop pendlehill.org JUNE 13 REIKI HEALING CENTER Summer Solstice Party 1-9pm reikihealingcenter.org JUNE 15 33RD ANNUAL 5 MILE RACE 7pm visitmediapa.com

APRIL 25 THE SCHOOL IN ROSE VALLEY Open House. 9-11am theschoolinrosevalley.org

MAY 13-17 PENDLE HILL John Woolman: Responding to the Inner Teacher Workshop. pendlehill.org

APRIL 28 ROCKY RUN YMCA Healthy Kids Day 10am-2pm philaymca.org

MAY 18-20 PENDLE HILL The Goodness Workshop. pendlehill.org

JUNE 15-JULY 6 TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES World Caravan Sale media.tenthousandvillages.com

MAY 19 PENNS WOODS WINERY 2nd Annual Wine and Jazz Festival Noon-9pm pennswoodswinery.com

JUNE 18 MEDIA-PROVIDENCE FRIENDS SCHOOL Summer Camp Begins! mpfs.org/school-life/summer-camps

MAY 22 THE WALDEN SCHOOL Spring Sing! at The Media Theater 7pm thewaldenschool.org

JUNE 24 REFORMATION LUTHERAN CHURCH Patriotic Concert with Philly Pops star Joe Smith. 7pm relcmedia.org

THE WALDEN SCHOOL Bid, Sip & Celebrate! Annual Fundraiser 6-10 pm thewaldenschool.org REIKI HEALING CENTER Magnified Healing® Event 7-9pm reikihealingcenter.org

May STARTING MAY 2 DINING UNDER THE STARS 5-11pm; every Wednesday thru 9/26! visitmediapa.com

MAY 26TH-JUNE 23 HEDGEROW THEATRE “Pinocchio” hedgerowtheatre.org MAY 28 MEMORIAL DAY PARADE 10am visitmediapa.com

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APRIL 20-22 PENDLE HILL Energy Healing for Mind, Body, and Spirit Retreat. pendlehill.org

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