You are here: Home / Archives for Things To Do

Elmwood Park Zoo: Animal Kingdom

April 15, 2014 by

When the doors of the Elmwood Park Zoo opened in 1924, Norristown finally had a place for locals to experience the untold splendors of the world’s animals. A local farmer had a group of various animals and he deeded them, plus sixteen acres of land, to the city in order to establish a zoological garden. The collection has grown steadily since then, but the mandate of the organization has remained the same: it’s dedicated to exhibiting animals native to the Americas in comfortable, safe habitats. It doesn’t have the popular African animals but instead makes up for it by showing off cool creatures like jaguars, Chacoan peccaries, golden eagles and timber wolves. The varieties of habitats on display is very impressive. The staff is friendly and there is a bounty of educational materials to peruse. Admission prices are kept very reasonable and parking is free, which is a nice bonus.

Elmwood Park Zoo
1661 Harding Boulevard
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 277-3825
http://www.yelp.com/biz/elmwood-park-zoo-norristown

Filed Under: Things To Do Tagged With: , , ,

Main Line Hobbies: Vroom!

March 25, 2014 by

Always wanted to race a Porsche or Ferrari at top speed around a racetrack? Head to Main Line Hobbies, where you can unleash your inner Mario Andretti or Danica Patrick in a fun, safe setting. If you’re unfamiliar with the sport, slot cars are small race cars operated by remote control on an indoor track. They’re perfect for all ages, from kids to adults. Rent a car – or bring your own – and varoom around one of their four giant tracks. It’s perfect for a birthday party, office party or other special event. They also have a complete line of cars and parts for hobbyists and slot car aficionados. See their website for a schedule of special racing events. Open every day.

Main Line Hobbies
Plymouth Meeting Mall
500 West Germantown Pike, Ste 2085
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
(610) 834-1600
http://www.yelp.com/biz/main-line-hobbies-plymouth-meeting

Filed Under: Things To Do Tagged With: , ,

Whole Foods Market: Fresh Fare in Plymouth Meeting

February 18, 2014 by

Where can you have a tasty meal and shop for deli items, super-fresh organic produce, bulk foods, freshly baked bakery goods, whole bean coffee, freshly squeezed organic juice and body care products all in one place? If you guessed Whole Foods, you would be correct.

This humongous, 65,000 square foot store has everything you need in a grocery… along with much more! If you haven’t checked out their Cold Point Pub, you should roll on over and try one of the beer concoctions made in their ‘Beer Tower’, a special infusion machine that mixes special ingredients like coffee into your beer. Be sure to check out their rooftop dining area and their tasty Taco Truck. Whole Foods is open every day.

Whole Foods Market
Plymouth Meeting Mall
500 W. Germantown Pike
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
(610) 832-0010
http://wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/plymouthmeeting
http://www.yelp.com/biz/whole-foods-market-plymouth-meeting

Filed Under: Things To Do Tagged With: , ,

Ambler Donuts: Classic Treats

January 21, 2014 by

If you’re in love with that sweet little pastry with the hole in the middle, hurry on over to get your fix at Ambler Donuts. Fresh donuts right out of the oven sprinkled, filled or iced with your favorite ingredients is what they do full time. These are no ordinary, ho-hum donuts. Yummy, creative flavors include Chocolate Banana, Thin Mint, Apple Cider, French Toast, Dark Chocolate Mocha, Blueberry, Crème Brule, Peanut Butter & Jelly, Boston Cream, Sour Cream, and Maple Bacon. Add on a cup of freshly brewed coffee and you’ll be in heaven. Donuts aren’t all that’s happening here, they’ve also got cupcakes, fritters, and breakfast sandwiches. Open every day.

Ambler Donuts
30 South Bethlehem Pike
Ambler, PA 19002
(267) 419-8759
http://www.yelp.com/biz/ambler-donuts-ambler

Filed Under: Things To Do Tagged With: , ,

See a Movie at the AMC Plymouth Meeting Mall 12

November 19, 2013 by

What could be better than sitting in a clean, comfy cinema with a tub of popcorn? How about stadium seating in cushy, comfortable seats? It’s all part of the deal at AMC Plymouth Meeting Mall 12, where you get your pick of a variety of the latest Hollywood offerings. Whether your favorite genre is 3D action, sci-fi, rom-com, horror, or animation, you’re sure to find something great to see. Digital projection and Dolby sound ensures a state of the art viewing experience. See their website for current film schedules.

Plymouth Meeting Mall 12
494 West Germantown Pike
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
(610) 397-0780
http://www.yelp.com/biz/amc-plymouth-meeting-mall-12-plymouth-meeting

Filed Under: Things To Do Tagged With: , ,

Plymouth Meeting Mall: Shop Shop Shop

October 22, 2013 by

Unleash your inner shopaholic at Plymouth Meeting Mall, where you can find just about everything you need and want in a convenient setting. It features more than 100 stores, a huge food court, a 12-screen movie theatre, several sit-down restaurants and the largest Whole Foods Market in the Philly area. You can spruce up your wardrobe with the latest fashions at J. Crew, Macy’s, American Eagle Outfitters, Express, Aeropostale, LOFT, H&M and Chico’s. The kids will love a spin on the old fashioned carousel ride. When your tummy starts growling, get yourself some tasty vittles at P.F. Changs China Bistro, California Pizza Kitchen, Redstone American Grill, Benihana, or Dave & Buster’s. Parking is plentiful. Take advantage of their valet parking service on Thursday through Sunday evenings for only $4.

Plymouth Meeting Mall
500 West Germantown Pike
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
(610) 832-0010

Filed Under: Things To Do Tagged With: , ,

Halloween Activities

October 21, 2013 by

Filed Under: Things To Do Tagged With: , , , ,

Halloween Activities!

October 21, 2013 by

Filed Under: Things To Do Tagged With: , , ,

Perkiomen Trail: Put on your Hiking Shoes

September 24, 2013 by

Put on your hiking shoes or pump up your bicycle tires and hit the trail – the Perkiomen Trail, that is. The ‘Perky’, as it’s called by aficionados, provides a great way to immerse yourself in the glory of the natural world while working off excess calories and getting a great workout. It covers 20 miles along Perkiomen Creek, beginning in Oak and ending in Green Lane Borough. The majority of the trail occupies a former Reading Railroad bed and intersects the Schuylkill River Trail and the Audubon Loop. Hiking or biking along the trail gives you access to a variety of parks and historic sites, including Perkiomen Valley Park, the John James Audubon Center at Mill Grove, Pennypacker Mills, and Evansburg State Park. If you traverse the entire trail, you’ll pass through the towns of Arcola, Collegeville, Schwenksville, Spring Mount, and Green Lane.

Perkiomen Trail
New Mill Road
Norristown, PA 19403
(610) 278-3555
http://www.montcopa.org/index.aspx?NID=1153
http://www.yelp.com/biz/perkiomen-trail-norristown

Filed Under: Things To Do Tagged With: , ,

Labor Day Weekend Fun!

August 30, 2013 by

Filed Under: Things To Do Tagged With: , ,
« Previous Page
Next Page »

Pin It on Pinterest