CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Spring on Tap, SRS Home & School
For more information, visit: https://www.srshomeandschool.org/events/spring-on-tap-1
Food Truckathon
Interested in volunteering at the Truckathon? We sure could use a hand! Please signup here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0848ADAB2CABFC1-48356952-food#/
Town Beautification / Cleanup Day
On Sunday, April 21, STC is hosting a beautification day in conjunction with the Swarthmore Horticultural Society. Come downtown between 1 - 4 pm and join other volunteers in caring for gardens, picking up trash, cleaning our tree wells, and doing some spring cleaning to spruce up the town before events season kicks off!
Register here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0848ADAB2CABFC1-48357710-town#/
Magnolia Sale, Swarthmore Horticultural Society
Magnolia Sale, with trees chosen by Andrew Bunting, offered by Swarthmore Horticultural Society
Saturday, April 20, 9 am - 12 pm, rain or shine
Central Park, Swarthmore, by the flagpole
SHS is offering 8 interesting varieties of magnolias, from 3’ to 8’ at time of sale, most in 5 gallon pots, selling for $49, $59, and $99. They are buying them from excellent local growers and are offering them below usual nursery prices, to encourage residents to try these easy-to-grow, fragrant beauties!
Free Street Tree Registration Deadline
The Swarthmore Street Tree Committee + PHS TreeVitalize program is available this spring. Twice a year (Spring and Fall) this program offers 12 FREE Street Trees in the Borough. They are planted in an organized volunteer tree planting day by the homeowner + volunteer support on April 20.
Illuminations Prize Reception
Join us this Friday, 1/19 at 5:30 in the park next to Borough Hall (where the Robotics Alliance display is set up) for a celebratory reception to award the grand prize to the non-profit with the most votes, and distribute donations to the participating organizations. Light refreshments will be served. All are welcome!
Merchant Night Market
Shop merchant and pop-up vendor specials; enjoy a fire pit, food trucks (Calaveras Street Tacos, Rollin Fatties and Cheezy Vegan)!
Vendors include:
Closets 2 Closets
KC Essentials- soap candle
Sawdust Siren - wood, candles, jewelry
Krista Patton Pottery, woodworking
Unruly Nature, Kim Bernaus - granola
HOM - holiday merchandise
Gallery in Park- holiday merchandise
Josie’s Fusions
Of Aspen
Lunchbreak Vintage
Community Cup Coffee
Wear your best ugly sweater for a chance to win a prize!
Home for the Holidays & Reindeer Dash 1-mile run
Click the button below for a full schedule of events and to register for the Reindeer Dash.
Last Swarthmore Farmers Market of the Season!
The Swarthmore Farmers Market was created to be THE Saturday morning food, art, and community gathering destination for people from Swarthmore and surrounding communities. We connect the community with local farmers and food artisans in a mutually beneficial way.
By supporting the sale of a variety of fresh, locally grown food as well as hand crafted items sourced from local ingredients, we enhance the quality of life in and around Swarthmore and contribute to a vibrant and thriving town center. Our aim is to support the health and well-being of residents and promote a robust regional food system to better ensure access to fresh food for everyone! See you at the market!
Swarthmore Farmers Market
The Swarthmore Farmers Market was created to be THE Saturday morning food, art, and community gathering destination for people from Swarthmore and surrounding communities. We connect the community with local farmers and food artisans in a mutually beneficial way.
By supporting the sale of a variety of fresh, locally grown food as well as hand crafted items sourced from local ingredients, we enhance the quality of life in and around Swarthmore and contribute to a vibrant and thriving town center. Our aim is to support the health and well-being of residents and promote a robust regional food system to better ensure access to fresh food for everyone! See you at the market!
Swarthmore Makers Market
This market has it all - makers, artists, live music, food trucks, and MORE! Mark your calendars and come enjoy a beautiful day of discovery and fun - right in time for Mother's Day shopping!! We'll see you there! (Park Ave and Chester Roads)
Swarthmore Farmers Market
The Swarthmore Farmers Market was created to be THE Saturday morning food, art, and community gathering destination for people from Swarthmore and surrounding communities. We connect the community with local farmers and food artisans in a mutually beneficial way.
By supporting the sale of a variety of fresh, locally grown food as well as hand crafted items sourced from local ingredients, we enhance the quality of life in and around Swarthmore and contribute to a vibrant and thriving town center. Our aim is to support the health and well-being of residents and promote a robust regional food system to better ensure access to fresh food for everyone! See you at the market!
Swarthmore Farmers Market
The Swarthmore Farmers Market was created to be THE Saturday morning food, art, and community gathering destination for people from Swarthmore and surrounding communities. We connect the community with local farmers and food artisans in a mutually beneficial way.
By supporting the sale of a variety of fresh, locally grown food as well as hand crafted items sourced from local ingredients, we enhance the quality of life in and around Swarthmore and contribute to a vibrant and thriving town center. Our aim is to support the health and well-being of residents and promote a robust regional food system to better ensure access to fresh food for everyone! See you at the market!
Merchant Night Market
Join friends and neighbors downtown for a fun night of shopping specials plus food, streaming music, treats, and more! Get into the fall spirit, costumes are encouraged!
STC Corn Hole Tournament
STC Corn Hole Tournament, 64 teams vie to win local bragging rights!
Winners will receive gift cards to local business of their choice in these amounts: First Prize: $200, Second Prize: $100, 3rd and 4th: $50
REGISTER HERE:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0848ADAB2CABFC1-stccornhole1
Swarthmore Farmers Market
The Swarthmore Farmers Market was created to be THE Saturday morning food, art, and community gathering destination for people from Swarthmore and surrounding communities. We connect the community with local farmers and food artisans in a mutually beneficial way.
By supporting the sale of a variety of fresh, locally grown food as well as hand crafted items sourced from local ingredients, we enhance the quality of life in and around Swarthmore and contribute to a vibrant and thriving town center. Our aim is to support the health and well-being of residents and promote a robust regional food system to better ensure access to fresh food for everyone! See you at the market!
Swarthmore Farmers Market
The Swarthmore Farmers Market was created to be THE Saturday morning food, art, and community gathering destination for people from Swarthmore and surrounding communities. We connect the community with local farmers and food artisans in a mutually beneficial way.
By supporting the sale of a variety of fresh, locally grown food as well as hand crafted items sourced from local ingredients, we enhance the quality of life in and around Swarthmore and contribute to a vibrant and thriving town center. Our aim is to support the health and well-being of residents and promote a robust regional food system to better ensure access to fresh food for everyone! See you at the market!
NIGHTS IN THE VILLE
On select Thursdays in the summer, join your neighbors and friends for outdoor dining, live music & guest breweries on Park Ave. Make a reservation at a local Swarthmore restaurant or place a takeout order and enjoy dinner at any of our outdoor community tables.
See our Nights in the Ville page to learn more and follow us on Facebook or Instagram for updates.
National Coming Out Day Celebration
All are welcome to Swarthmore Pride’s National Coming Out Day Celebration! This year marks the 35th anniversary of National Coming Out Day, championing the rights of LGBTQIA+ individuals to live openly, authentically, and proudly as members of their communities.
Celebrate and show your support during a free, family-friendly afternoon, featuring speakers, music, crafts, games, Drag Queen Story Time with Ms. Balena Canto, face painting, local organizations, and a potluck picnic, with main course provided by the SUMC.
If you choose, please sign up using the below link to bring a side or dessert to share for our outdoor picnic celebration!
Swarthmore Farmers Market
The Swarthmore Farmers Market was created to be THE Saturday morning food, art, and community gathering destination for people from Swarthmore and surrounding communities. We connect the community with local farmers and food artisans in a mutually beneficial way.
By supporting the sale of a variety of fresh, locally grown food as well as hand crafted items sourced from local ingredients, we enhance the quality of life in and around Swarthmore and contribute to a vibrant and thriving town center. Our aim is to support the health and well-being of residents and promote a robust regional food system to better ensure access to fresh food for everyone! See you at the market!
Swarthmore Farmers Market
The Swarthmore Farmers Market was created to be THE Saturday morning food, art, and community gathering destination for people from Swarthmore and surrounding communities. We connect the community with local farmers and food artisans in a mutually beneficial way.
By supporting the sale of a variety of fresh, locally grown food as well as hand crafted items sourced from local ingredients, we enhance the quality of life in and around Swarthmore and contribute to a vibrant and thriving town center. Our aim is to support the health and well-being of residents and promote a robust regional food system to better ensure access to fresh food for everyone! See you at the market!
Swarthmore Farmers Market
The Swarthmore Farmers Market was created to be THE Saturday morning food, art, and community gathering destination for people from Swarthmore and surrounding communities. We connect the community with local farmers and food artisans in a mutually beneficial way.
By supporting the sale of a variety of fresh, locally grown food as well as hand crafted items sourced from local ingredients, we enhance the quality of life in and around Swarthmore and contribute to a vibrant and thriving town center. Our aim is to support the health and well-being of residents and promote a robust regional food system to better ensure access to fresh food for everyone! See you at the market!
CANCELED: Community Arts Center - Fine Arts Festival
CANCELED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER
In its nineteenth year, the festival has a strong tradition of presenting many of the area’s best artists in a comfortable and accessible environment. With the support of local businesses and the Borough, downtown Swarthmore is the perfect location to present fine arts! Join us for an art-filled day in SWARTHMORE featuring great art and craft, live music and all day fun for the whole family!
Swarthmore Food TruckaThon
We have a great lineup of fabulous food trucks, and we look forward to welcoming back the amazing Dan & Dan Band! Mark your calendars and grab some friends for a night of delicious food & lively music! Swing by the Co-Op for beverages, too! Thanks to our awesome sponsors, Swarthmore Co-Op and I&V Homes!