💡Upper Merion Area Events and Happenings 1/15 - 1/18

Comedy - Puzzle Festivals - Local Live Music + More

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Corey Luttrell
January 15, 2026

Good Morning, Upper Merion Area👋

I must say, I’ve really been enjoying the mild days. Sadly, looks like that’s over for now, and we’re back to winter. If you’re like me, and January and February are brutal months for you mentally, I want you to know that we’ll end this month with almost 50 more minutes of daylight than we started it with. I also started throwing March events in the plan ahead section. So therapeutic!

If you didn’t know, I really love creating things. I especially enjoy creating resources beneficial to the community. I just finished building a directory for parents to find Wilson trained and Wilson-certified tutors. Now comes the hard part…getting tutors on there. So, if you are a Wilson trained or Wilson-certified tutor (Fundations, Just Words, Level I and/or Level II certified) I would LOVE for you to reach out to me and see if the directory is a good fit for you. I can assure you, there are hundreds of local parents a.) looking for a tutor and b.) struggling to find one that meets all their needs.

Ok, I suppose I will let you start perusing this weekend’s events and happenings!

Stay warm!

In Today’s Spotlight

Final Call For the Upper Merion Area’s First Dinner Club!!

Do you enjoy:

  • ✅ Going out to dinner?

  • ✅ Meeting new locals?

  • ✅ Small surprises?

If so, I’d love for you to join us on Wednesday, January 21st at 7 p.m. for our first dinner club, sponsored by The Local Table.
To register, visit their website, answer a handful of questions, then show up on the 21st ready to meet new folks, swap local stories, and find out what makes our area so vibrant.
The smart matching algorithm will seat you with 5 other guests you’re most likely to “click” with, as well as pick the best spot in the Upper Merion Area to have dinner. It also picks the (optional) after dinner location for all tables to meet up and mingle. The surprise is, the location isn’t disclosed until the morning of 🤭.
Check out the FAQ section, or feel free to send me a message with any questions. If you decide to join us, I have a special PROMO code which will save you 40% off your registration fee. All parties will be responsible for their own food and drink.
Final day to register is Sunday the 18th.

I hope to see you there!

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This Weekend’s Spotlight Events

Comedy is Back at the Stress Factory!!

Calling all Jersey Shore fans. Don’t miss your chance to see Vinny from the Jersey Shore at the Stress Factory this weekend ….Friday and Saturday.

Puzzle Festival and Competition

The Upper Merion Township Library will be hosting a puzzle festival on Saturday. Check out the festival from 11-1:30pm and stick around for the competition at 2pm.

Meet & Greet Brent Celek

Since there is no Eagles game to watch this weekend, perhaps meeting one of their all time greats will help?

Check out the flyer for more details!

More Weekend Events & Happenings

Looking for more ways to get out, connect with, and enjoy the community? Our online calendar lists dozens of additional events, food specials, and class offerings happening each day throughout the community and beyond. Browse the full calendar to make sure you stay in the know . Click below to check it out.

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Live Music Lowdown 🎷

— Thursday —

  • Bright Kelly (8:30pm) @ Screwballs ⚾ - DEBUT*

  • Acoustics with Bryan Miller (7-10pm) @ The Ribby 🐽

  • Danny Lynch (6:30pm) @ Gypsy Saloon 💃

  • Joey Stout (6:30pm) @ Peppers 🌶️

  • Dead Band (8pm) ** @ 118 North ⬆️

  • Fat Mezz w/Apple Juice Jones (8pm) ** @ Ardmore Music Hall 🎸

  • Chris Marsceill Trio (6:30pm) @ Eddie V’s 🎙️

  • Chris Giakas (6pm) @ Southern Cross Kitchen 🎤

— Friday —

  • Brian Quinn (5-7pm) AND Supertrain (8:30pm) @ Screwballs ⚾️

  • HH w/Chris Day (5-8pm) AND The Commission (9pm) @ The Ribby 🐽

  • Ray Palmer (7:30pm) @ Gypsy Saloon 💃

  • The Kickbax Band (8:30pm) @ Pepper’s 🌶️

  • The Ledbetters (8pm) ** @ Ardmore Music Hall 🎸

  • HH w/Erin McGarry (4pm) AND Almost There (8pm) ** @ 118 North ⬆️

  • Marneo (5:30pm) @ The Black Powder Tavern 🍺

  • Chris & Alan (6pm) @ Jasper’s Backyard 🎤

  • V Shayne Frederick Trio (6:30pm) @ Eddie V’s 🎙️

  • Raymond Charles (6pm) @ Bahama Breeze 🌴

  • Richie Angelucci (6pm) @ Workhorse Brewing Co. 🧲

  • Scott Brimmer (6:30pm) @ Southern Cross Kitchen 🎤

— Saturday —

  • Groove Dudes (8:30pm) @ Screwballs ⚾️ DEBUT*

  • Rougarou (9pm) @ The Ribby 🐽

  • Jone Bros. (7:30pm) @ Gypsy Saloon 💃

  • The Zings (8:30pm) @ Peppers 🌶️

  • HH w/Dan Reed (4pm) AND John Francis O’Mara & Friends - Record Release Show (8pm) ** @ 118 North ⬆️

  • Railroad Earth (8pm) ** @ Ardmore Music Hall 🎸

  • RaiSan Sings Trio (6:30pm) @ Eddie V’s 🎙️

  • Raymond Charles (6pm) @ Bahama Breeze 🌴

  • Not Pizza (7pm) ** @ Watertower Live 💦

  • Dave Cudrak (6:30pm) @ Southern Cross 🎤

— Sunday —

  • Grateful Sunday w/KGB (4-8pm) AND Tommy’s Open Mic (9pm) @ The Ribby 🐽

  • Jerry Watkins (6pm) @ Gypsy Saloon 💃

  • Wildflower (5pm) @ Peppers 🌶️

  • Wally Smith Organ Trio +2 (4:00pm) AND Damn Tall Buildings (7:30pm) ** @ 118 North ⬆️

  • The Rush Experience (7pm) ** @ Ardmore Music Hall 🎸

  • Lou Lanza Trio (6:00pm) @ Eddie V’s 🎙️

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More Upcoming Events 🗓️

— Upcoming Dinner Clubs —

— January —

— February —

— March —

Love to plan ahead? Visit our online calendar to view more upcoming events in the area by clicking the button below.

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Thank you for reading! See you next week!

Corey 💡

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