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Weekend Top 5: Garden Railway, Santa and More

Check out these events from Northwest Philadelphia to the Main Line and beyond this weekend.

Posted Wed, Nov 21, 2012 at 8:46 pm ET|Updated Wed, Nov 21, 2012 at 8:55 pm ET

Are you looking for something to do this weekend? Check out our top regional events:

When: Saturday, Nov. 24, 1–3 p.m.
Where: Morris Arboretum, Chestnut Hill
Why Go: Come out for the grand opening of the Holiday Garden Railway. Enjoy carolers, natural ornament or decoration making, and a fabulous a backdrop for your holiday greeting card, bring your camera!
Cost: Free with admission

2. Santa's Arrival and Festival of Lights

When: Friday, Nov. 23, 5-7 p.m.
Where: Delaware County Courthouse, 201 W. Front St., Media
Why Go: The Media Business Authority presents Santa's Arrival and Festival of Lights. Enjoy live entertainment from Makin' Music, the Media Theatre and a special guest before Santa's grand entrance on a Media Fire Company fire truck.
Cost: Free

When: Saturday, Nov. 24, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: National
Why Go: Small Business Saturday is a national initiative that declares a day to support the local businesses that create jobs, boost the economy, and preserve neighborhoods around the country. Many shops in our area Patches will be offering special discounts, give-a-ways and more. In Manayunk, enjoy live holiday music by B101, gift basket raffles, gift wrapping station and pictures with Santa.
Cost: Free

4. Brandywine Harp Orchestra Christmas Advent Concert

When: Sunday, Nov. 25, 4 p.m.
Where: Trinity Presbyterian Church 640 Berwyn Ave, Berwyn
Why Go: The Brandywine Harp Orchestra (our nation's premier harp orchestra) will perform their Christmas Advent Concert to celebrate the church's 150th anniversary.
Cost: Free

5. Artmore Holiday Gift Fair

When: Saturday, Nov. 24, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 10 E. Athens Ave., Ardmore
Why Go: Artmore Holiday Gift Fair is a collaboration of local crafters and vendors making handmade gifts and food. Please come out and support local artists and a great not-for-profit, Indigenous Pitch, all while getting a jump on your holiday shopping!
Cost: Free

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