Good Morning, Upper Merion!

Welcome to Thursday. It’s a big day for athletic events. Good luck to all the players, coaches, and families! We have another full day of events to share with you, as well as more opportunities to get involved. We hope you find something that suits you! Ciao for now!

Corey | Chief Spotlighter 💡

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In this issue of the Upper Merion Area Spotlight:

 🧠 Winter Holidays Trivia

☀️ Upper Merion Area Weather

 📅 Upper Merion Area Events

 💡 Borough of Bridgeport Police Department Toy Drive

 💡 AOW 39 at Valley Forge Casino This Weekend

 💡Experience the Christmas Story Like Never Before at HOPE Church

🏘️ Upper Merion Area Real Estate News and Events

 📝 Resource Hub

🔍Find Local Job Opportunities Through the King Of Prussia District Job Board

WINTER HOLIDAYS TRIVIA

🧠Today’s Question: Which reindeer has a name that means “lightning” in German?

🙋Think you know the answer? Click the button below to submit your response! All correct answers will be entered into today's spin to determine the Daily Winner (8 p.m. deadline). Daily Winners earn a spot on the Winner's Wheel, where they'll have a chance to win the grand prize—a $25 Amazon eGift card!

🎄THE ULTIMATE HOLIDAY EVENT GUIDE 🎄

It’s finally here. Get ready to celebrate the season with this curated list of festive events happening in the Upper Merion Area! From tree lightings to holiday markets and everything in between, this guide will be your go-to resource for spreading cheer locally. Click on the green times for more event info. We continue to add events as they become public, so make sure to check back!

 EVENT SPOTLIGHT

Tour Historic Valley Forge Station

Valley Forge National Historic Park | 🕒 10:00 - 4:00 p.m.

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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12TH

Activities and Recreation

• Santa Photos at The Court
  📍 The Court at King of Prussia | 🕒 By Appointment

• Santa Photos at The Plaza
  📍 The Plaza at King of Prussia | 🕒 By Appointment

• Spin Class
  📍 Upper Merion Community Center | 🕒 6:00 p.m.

• Group Exercise
  📍 Upper Merion Community Center | 🕒 5:45 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

• Open Gym
  📍 Upper Merion Community Center | 🕒 5:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

• 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 Classes

• Actvities and Classes
  📍 Upper Merion Senior Service Center | 📅 View Calendar

• Art, games and Chit Chat for Adults with a Disability
  📍 Upper Merion Township Library | 🕒 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.

• Mahjong Meetup Mania
  📍 Upper Merion Township Library | 🕒 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Entertainment and Culture

• Historic Valley Forge Station

  📍Valley Forge National Historic Park | 🕒 10:00 - 4:00 p.m.

• Open House Washington’s Headquarters
  📍Valley Forge National Historical Park | 🕒 10:00 - 4:00 p.m.

• Live Music: Matt Quinton

  📍Screwballs | 🕒 8:30 p.m.

• Acoustics: Richie Angelucci
  📍The Ribhouse | 🕒 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.

• Live Music: Aaron Quarterman, Jr.
  📍 Peppers by Amedeo’s | 🕒 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.

For the Kids

• KID Climbing and Fitness
  📍 Reach Climbing and Fitness | 📅 View Calendar

• Open Gym
  📍 Upper Merion Community Center | 🕒 5:00 a.m. - 8:45 p.m.

• Middle School Book Adventurers
  📍 Upper Merion Township Library | 🕒 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

For the Pet People

• Pet Friendly Establishments
  📍 Upper Merion Area | 📃 View List

• Bark U Festive Photo Contest
  📍 Bark U | 📅 Through December 19th

• Wagfest
  📍 Bark U | 📅 December 9th-13th

• 5 Days of Pupmas

  📍Playtime Pet Resort | 📅 December 9th-13th

SNEAK PEEK AT TOMORROW

• Live Music: Chris Giakas

  📍Taphouse 23 | 🕒 7:00 - 10:00 p.m

• Acoustic Happy Hour: Melissa and Pete

  📍Workhorse Brewery | 🕒 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Check back tomorrow for the full lineup of events. Especially if trivia is your thing!

LOOKING AHEAD

The Future is Fun: Upcoming Events to Know About

• Winter Wonderland

  📍NorView Farm | 📅 December 13th | 🎄Kick off the winter season with an unforgettable night of festive fun!

• Patriots St. Lucia Fest

  📍Old Swedes Church | 📅 December 13th | 💡Come celebrate the Swedish Festival of Lights

• Winterfest

  📍King of Prussia Town Center | 📅 December 14th | ❄️ Experience the magic of the KOP Town Center Gingerbread Village, featuring the enchanting Candy Cane Lane!

• March In to Valley Forge

  📍Valley Forge National Park | 📅 December 14th | 🪵Family friendly programming to commemorate 247th anniversary of the arrival of the Continental Army.

• Nightly Hanukkah Candle Lighting

  📍Miles Park | 📅 December 25 - January 1 | 🕎 Come join Congregation Or Ami as we celebrate Hanukkah and "Light Up Lafayette Hill" at Miles Park

• Greater Philadelphia Spring Home Show

  📍Valley Forge Casino Resort | 📅 January 3-5 | 🏠 Be prepared to be to inspired, motivated and excited for your upcoming home improvement

👇Don’t see your event listed? Click here to add your event(s). 👇

Help Support the Borough of Bridgeport Police Department Toy Drive!

AOW 39 Returns to The Valley Forge Casino This Weekend

Experience the Christmas Story Like Never Before at Hope Church

NEW CONSTRUCTION

• River Trail @ Valley Forge, King of Prussia (Shannon Plan) - $781,990

• River Trail @ Valley Forge, King of Prussia (Harper Grand Plan) - $751, 990

• Overlook @ Town Center Community, King of Prussia - $709, 995

• Stonebrook @ Upper Merion, King of Prussia - 667K - 700K

COMING SOON 

• 571 Prince Frederick St, King of Prussia - 500K

NEWLY LISTED (0-6 days listed)

• 575 S Goddard Blvd Unit 404, King of Prussia - 590K

• 56 Continental Way, Bridgeport - $529,905

RECENTLY LISTED (7-14 days listed)

• 446 Depot Street, Bridgeport - 410K

• 1308 Reed Aly, King of Prussia - $749,900

• 174 Cambridge Road, King of Prussia - 530K

• 575 S Goddard Blvd Unit 510, King of Prussia - $484,900

• 564 B St, King of Prussia - 510K

OPEN HOUSES

📅 December 14 | 🏠 564 B Street, King of Prussia | 🕒 11:00 - 1:00 p.m.

📅 December 14 | 🏠 628 Coates Ln, King of Prussia | 🕒 11:00 - 2:00 p.m.

📅 December 15 | 🏠 1086 Longview Rd, King of Prussia | 🕒 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Didn’t see your house listed? Let us know about it here!

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