It was a rainy first week of spring, but it will be worth it when you check out these great weekend ideas in the area.
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When: Holy Family University, Campus Center (9801 Frankford Ave), Friday 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
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Why Go: The former Flyers goalie will be signing copies of his new book, Journey Through Risk and Fear: Face Fear, Find Your Purpose.
Pricing: Free.
Where/When: Friday at 8:30 p.m.
Why Go: Come for the comedy and support ReUse Your Shoes, a local charity.
Pricing: $20 donation. See their website for more information.
Where/When: Germantown Friends School, Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Why Go: Tons of vendors with preservation products for old homes and free 15-minute consultations with various professionals concerning carpentry, paint, solar panels and more. Whether or not you have an old house, you might get some good ideas.
Pricing: $10 general admission, $5 Preservation Alliance Members. Check out more information on the Preservation Alliance here.
Where/When: Parx Casino and Race Track, Saturday at 8 p.m.
Why Go: Because it sounds like the sort of thing you have to see to believe.
Pricing: Check here for more information.
Where/When: The Buck Hotel, Friday at 8 p.m.
Why Go: Elvis Lives.
Pricing: $25. Check out more information here.
