💡The Bridgeport Carnival is Here!

Happy Tuesday, Upper Merion! 👋

Get ready for a busy week! The massive Bridgeport Carnival starts its five-night run tonight, the delicious Kibitz Room is having it’s official Grand Opening today, and there's live music galore, including a chance to win Grace Potter tickets soon! It’s a fantastic time to explore, and our new Events Calendar is ready to guide you. On a personal note, I’m only 2 days away from my own summer break and I am definitely ready! But first, let's get you prepped for an amazing week of local happenings...

Hope you enjoy….

THIS WEEK’S EVENTS AND HAPPENINGS

Get ready, Bridgeport! The much-anticipated Bridgeport Carnival returns for five nights of affordable family fun from Tuesday, June 17th to Saturday, June 21st. This year is bigger than ever, with the beer garden (Conshohocken Brewing Co.) open all five nights, joined by Cardinal Hollow Winery Thursday through Saturday (approx. 6-10 pm). Plus, enjoy live music every single night!

Each evening from 6:30-8:30 pm, delight in featured artists: face painter Theresa O'Brien (June 17th & 20th), balloon artist Scott Myers (June 18th & 21st), and glitter tattoos by Linda Lewis (June 19th). The Bridgeport Fire Department will be serving up delicious grub like burgers, hot dogs, and their famous fried dough.

Saturday, June 21st, features a local vendor market (3-7 pm) with artisans like Abeadza, food trucks like The Coffee Closet, sweet treats, and more. Of course, classic carnival rides, games, and prizes await the kids.

The bandstand tent will be rocking with a fantastic lineup:

• Tuesday, June 17th (7-10 pm): AM Radio (60s, 70s, and beyond)

• Wednesday, June 18th (6-10 pm): Old School (70s & 80s rock/hair metal)

• Thursday, June 19th (7-10 pm): Former Strangers (High-energy "Party Band")

• Friday, June 20th (6-10 pm): Whiskey Grin (Hard rock)

• Saturday, June 21st (6-10 pm): The Mighty Manatees (Roots, reggae, folk, country & rock)

Don’t miss out on the fun!

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FUTURE EVENTS

🦒Breakfast With the Giraffes | Elmwood Park Zoo | June 21st and 22nd

💪Hunks the Show | Valley Forge Casino | June 27th

🎆July 4th Celebration | Heuser Park | Friday, July 4th

🎸Grace Potter | Upper Merion Township Building | July 24th

RECURRING EVENTS

🥕Upper Merion Farmer’s Market | Nor View Farms | Saturdays through September

✨Concert Under The Stars | UM Township Park | May through September

🌉Bridgeport River Market | Next to Frosty Falls | 2nd and 4th Sundays

🎸Live Music on the Green | KOP Town Center | Thursdays April through October

IS THERE A “BEST TIME” TO PUT MY HOME UP FOR SALE?

• Spring (March–May) is typically the best time to list.

  • Homes often sell faster and for more money during this time.

  • Buyers are more active, especially families who want to move before the next school year.

• Early summer (June) can also be strong, especially in areas with long winters.

Why Spring Is Popular:

• Homes look better: green lawns, flowers, natural light.

• Buyers have tax refunds, improving their purchasing power.

• The weather is more accommodating for showings and open houses.

Best Specific Time:

• Mid-March to mid-April often yields the highest returns and fastest sales in many markets.

• Listing your home on a Thursday can also lead to quicker sales, as buyers plan weekend tours.

Exceptions & Considerations:

• If inventory is low (a seller’s market), like we have now…you may benefit from listing anytime.

• In a hot market, timing becomes less critical - a well-priced home will attract buyers fast.

• In areas like King of Prussia or Upper Merion, spring still tends to be strongest, but talk with Brenda or Mark Shepperd for the most accurate timing.

UPPER MERION AREA WEATHER

• Tuesday: 🌧️ Light Rain | High: 74°F | Low: 68°F

• Wednesday: 🌧️ Light Rain | High: 84°F | Low: 71°F

• Thursday: ⛈️ Thunderstorm | High: 87°F | Low: 65°F

• Friday: ⛅ Partly Cloudy | High: 82°F | Low: 67°F

• Saturday: ⛅ Partly Cloudy | High: 87°F | Low: 71°F

• Sunday: ⛅ Partly Cloudy | High: 89°F | Low: 74°F

• Monday: 🌤️ Mostly Sunny | High: 94°F | Low: 75°F

Thank you for reading! If you have a fundraiser or a “good cause” event you’d like to promote, please let me know. Highlighting these are very important to me and I am always inspired by effort that goes into making them happen.

Have a great week!

Corey | Chief Spotlighter