Winter Makers Market debuts President’s Day weekend
Delco Hi-Q season continues, more fun events, activities
CHESTER » Flight Entertainment Group will present the inaugural Delco Winter Makers Market, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., President’s Day Weekend, Feb. 18- 20 at Harrah’s Philadelphia in Chester.
Event attendees can dine, shop, sip and skate all weekend long at the rain-or-shine indoor and outdoor street food and makers market showcasing Delaware County’s diverse entrepreneurial landscape and vibrant music, art and cultural scene.
The weekend-long event for all ages will transform the Delco River Rink and lower-level lobby of Harrah’s Philadelphia into a festive Winter Makers Market with over 30 local makers and food trucks.
There will also be complimentary ice-skating passes for children 12 and under, live entertainment and DJs, a kids zone mascots on ice, an exclusive casino offer for new card sign-ups, contests and giveaways. Although skating passes are free, there is a fee to rent skates, or participants are welcome to bring their own skates.
“We are thrilled to celebrate all things creatively Delco at the first of many Delco Winter Makers Markets,” said Jon Schaffer, lifelong Delaware County resident and president of Flight Entertainment. “This multiday event wouldn’t be possible without our incredible friends and collaborators at Harrah’s, Delco Nite Market, Delco Chamber of Commerce, and the Delaware County Council. We look forward to bringing the community together for a weekend filled with fun, shopping, skating, and entertainment, all supporting our amazing Delco-based businesses.”
Participating vendors include Flight Entertainment, Schaffer Sound, Be Good Buddy, Keyco, Yeureka Home Remodeling, BathKafe Soapery, Sophie’s Candle Shop, Twin Element, Hollan & Milan Organics LLC, Renewal by Anderson, Boutik Angelik Body LLC, Kid’s Kreate Art LLC, Confidently Me Boutique and Delco Balloon.
Food trucks will include Shugar Shack, The Frosting Lounge, East Coast Mini Donuts, Family Funnel Kake, Calaveras Street Taco, Rollin’ Phatties BBQ Smokeshack and Pound Cake Heaven.
While general admission is free, there are also limited VIP packages available for purchase, including a first-in-line shopping and skating hour from 11 a.m. to noon, two skating passes with rentals, good until Feb. 26, complimentary food truck vouchers, a mystery swag bag and entry into Tier 1 Makers Raffle for even bigger prizes.
For more information about the event, purchasing a VIP package, becoming a vendor, or reserving skate rentals in advance, visit https://www.flightonice.com/delco-makersmarket.
O’Hara, Carroll, Haverford and Springfield win recent Hi-Q contests
Valley Forge Military Academy (VFMA) and Academy Park traveled to Cardinal O’Hara this week to start the third round of Delco Hi-Q’s 75th season.
The three teams were evenly matched heading into the competition but it was Academy Park that captured the lead first by answering their own question correctly and picking up a bonus point. As the contest continued, Cardinal O’Hara was able to take the lead, answering three additional questions correctly.
In the second half, VFMA was able to pick up additional points answering two correct questions in a row, but O’Hara picked up five bonus points and the win. Final scores were Cardinal O’Hara, 29; VFMA, 10; and Academy Park, 9.
Chester STEM Academy at Showalter hosted Chichester and Archbishop Carroll high schools on Jan. 30.
Carroll captured the early lead by picking up three bonus points in the first half. By the half, Chichester trailed by 5 and the home team was down 10 points. Chichester gained momentum in the second half, picking up additional points and narrowing the lead. They had the chance to win with the final Math Toss Up question, however no team was able to give the correct answer, cementing Carroll’s win. Final scores were Archbishop Carroll, 23; Chichester, 19; and Chester STEM, 7.
Ridley and Penncrest High Schools travelled to Haverford High School on Jan. 31. Current Events questions were answered correctly across the board, giving the contest a hot start. As the first half continued, Ridley and Penncrest remained evenly scored while Haverford jumped ahead. The second half proved to be even more successful for Haverford, only missing one of their questions, even picking up bonus points and the Math Toss-Up at the end, cementing their lead much to the delight of the packed auditorium. Final Scores were Haverford, 51; Ridley, 30; and Penncrest, 28.
The week continued at Interboro with Academy of Notre Dame and Springfield. The home team, Interboro, captured the lead early in the first half after answering their first three questions correctly. Springfield wasn’t far behind and was able to secure first place by intermission. The second half strengthened Springfield’s lead. After an accepted appeal from Springfield, the Final Scores were Springfield, 38; Interboro, 21; and Notre Dame, 16.
The regular season will wrap up with three more contests. The season’s top scoring team will move directly to the championship. The next six highest scoring teams will compete in the semi-final rounds for a chance to compete in the Championship.
To see the scoreboard and schedule, and to learn how Hi-Q competitions work, visit http://www.DelcoHiQ.org. Delco Hi-Q is a partnership between Delaware County Intermediate Unit and Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union Foundation.
Wallingford Presbyterian’s concert features ‘Afternoon of Florence Price’
Wallingford Presbyterian Church will welcome singers from its Chancel Choir, members of Swarthmore Presbyterian Church and other local choirs on Feb. 26 at 3 p.m. for a collaborative performance of Florence Price’s “Communion Service in F.” The program, under the direction of WPC Director of Music Lee Hagon-Kerr, is the latest in the church’s Concerts for a Cause series.
“An Afternoon of Florence Price” will highlight the works of the first noted African American female composer to gain national status and have a symphonic work performed by a major national symphony orchestra. The event will also feature solo organ works played by Emily Ballentine-Erb and vocal works sung by Kara Goodrich.
The series celebrates great music and makes a difference in the community, with each concert benefiting a different local effort.
In honor of both Black History Month and Women’s History Month, the proceeds will be donated to Project W, an organization committed to enhancing and improving the quality of life for women in Delaware County, through collective giving, by women. The suggested donation is $15.
Wallingford Presbyterian Church is at 110 E. Brookhaven Rd., Wallingford. For more information, visit http://www.wallingfordpres.org or the church Facebook page.
Local singers are invited
to perform with the choir. For more information and to register, visit https://bit.ly/3l7CrbH/.
Swarthmore College holds observatory open house
Swarthmore College’s Physics and Astronomy Department hosts a telescope open house on the second Tuesday of each month at the Peter van de Kamp Observatory on the roof of the Science Center. The next observatory open house for the community will be 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14.
If the weather is bad, the open house will be canceled and an announcement will be posted on https://www.swarthmore.edu/physics-astronomy
Pokemania comes to Havertown’s Kelly Center
Pokemania is coming to the Kelly Center for Music, Arts and Community, 4 E. Eagle Road, Havertown, Wednesdays, Feb. 25 through March 29 from 5 to 6 p.m.
Presented by Snapology, Pokemania will guide students, ages 5-10, to build and explore the world of Pokemon as they create their own gyms, battles and their very own generation of Pokemon characters.
Children will also learn about real world science as they explore the habitats of the Pokemon. Participants can have a blast while becoming Pokemon trainers. Cost is $90 for the entire series of classes.
To register, visit http://newtownsquare.snapology.com. For more information, visit https://www.snapology.com/location/newtown-square.