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Wednesday, July 24, 2024

Wednesday, July 24, 2024

Delco dominates Main Line Awards, Eagles start, new restaurant opening, live music and event calendar

July 24, 2024

Good morning, Delaware County. This is Hey Delco, where we’ve got you covered on everything happening across town. In today’s edition, we just dropped the ultimate guide to events and live music across all of Delco. So, grab your coffee and let's dive into all the goodness Delco has to offer today!

Here’s what we got in today’s newsletter:

Delco Dominates the Best of the Main Line awards 🏆
Eagles Training Camp Starts Today (Plus Early Injury News) 🦅
Get a Sneak Peak at a New Restaurant in Morton 🍷
Delco’s Most Comprehensive List of Events and Live Music 🎶
And much more…

Let’s get to it.

— Clint & Jennifer Losch

THE BIG STORY

Delco Dominates the Best of the Main Line Awards

Hey Delco! The Olympics are just around the corner, but Delco has already secured some gold.

Back in June, Main Line Today gave out their “Best of the Main Line” honors and…DELCO DOMINATED. From unbeatable eateries to standout services, these winners prove Delaware County delivers the best of the best.

Here are a few popular winners:

Best Pizza: Picas
Best Burger: Brick and Brew
Best Italian Hoagie: A Cut Above Deli
Best Sports Bar: Barnaby’s
Best New Brewery: Artillery Brewing

Curious about who else topped the charts? We put together a list of Delco winners on our site. There are close to 50 total winners! See which of your favorite spots made the cut.

Congrats to all the winners!

The official awards party is on Thursday, July 25. For the full list of winners and to purchase tickets to the event, head over to Main Line Today.

THE DIGEST

Fly Eagles Fly: Training Camp Kicks Off This Week!

It's that time of year again—Eagles training camp is back in action! Get ready to don your green and support our Birds as they gear up for a season that (hopefully) ends a lot better than last season. Here's the scoop on this week's practice schedule, courtesy of Eliot Shorr-Parks:

Wednesday: Practice at 10 AM
Thursday: Practice at 10 AM
Friday: Walkthrough
Saturday: Practice at 10 AM

What to Watch For:

The Best Offense (On Paper): With Kellen Moore as the OC, and the addition of Saquan Barkley, the Eagles no doubt have one of the best offenses in the league. But can they live up to expectations and deliver? Will we see this team dominate like 2 years ago?

Rookies, New Faces, New Positions. While the expectations are sky-high for the upcoming season, there are still plenty of questions and unknowns. How quickly will the new offensive and defensive coordinators get the team in sync? With Jason Kelce out and Cam Jurgens stepping in, how will the offensive line fare? And what kind of impact will Saquon Barkley have on an offense that struggled last year? Will the rookies, especially on defense, step up and make an immediate impact?

Defensive Breakout Under Fangio?: Keep an eye on the Eagles' defense this season with Vic Fangio stepping in as the new coordinator. Fangio’s known for his strategic prowess and should bring a fresh, aggressive approach. High draft pick rookies are expected to make a splash, and the pressure is on for second-year players to step up and fill big roles. This mix of new talent and Fangio's experienced leadership could make for an exciting and dynamic defensive unit.

It should be an exciting year. Go Birds! 🦅

⚠️ Injury Alert ⚠️

Well, we wrote all of the above before this alert came across our phone about an early Eagles injury.

ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reported Eagles rookie, Cooper DeJean suffered a hamstring injury when he was "caught in an awkward position during offseason training." According to Fowler, the Eagles are confident DeJean will have a "quick recovery" and he will contribute in the 2024 season.

Damnit.

Haverford Skatium Reopens After Renovations

The Haverford Skatium is back in action after closing in May for extensive renovations, including a new chiller system and fresh ice lines. The premier ice skating and hockey venue in Delaware County reopened Sunday, offering a great way for skaters to enjoy the upgraded facilities. For schedules, clinics, leagues, rentals, and more, check out their website.

Help Those in Need: Hygiene Drive Today in Aston

Individuals Aiding in Emergencies (IAE) needs your help. They are running a Hygiene Drive in Aston today, where your in-kind or monetary contributions will give a person the ability to take a shower, wash their clothes, provide clean diapers to their child, and allow young girls and women to go to school and work. Get the details here to support this great cause.

Community Connections at Prospect United Methodist Church

This Thursday, July 25th, from 11 AM to 1 PM, head over to Prospect United Methodist Church for a fantastic community event. Connect with local non-profits and organizations dedicated to giving back.

All vendors will be offering free resources, including food, diapers, formula, and more. It's a great opportunity to support and benefit from our amazing community.

If you represent an organization and want to reserve a table, they’d love to have you! Reach out to them get involved.

LOCAL BUSINESS

New Restaurant/Soft Launch Alert: The Social on Morton

Be among the first to experience The Social on Morton's menu and provide valuable feedback before their official opening! Join them for a soft launch this Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 5 PM onwards. They’re opening their doors to family, friends, and a limited number of the public. Only 10 open slots per day, so DM them if you’d like to secure a spot. Don’t miss this exclusive preview opportunity!

Help Needed at Swarthmore Farmers Market

Hey Delco! Our friends at the Swarthmore Farmers Market need your help. With high school helpers less available and many folks on vacation, they're short on hands for setup.

They need assistance on the following dates from 7:30-9:00 AM:

7/27
8/3
8/17
8/24
8/31

If you, a friend, or your child can lend a hand, please contact the market manager at [email protected]. Your support keeps our community market thriving. Thank you!
Source: @swarthmorefarmersmarket on Instagram

Vendor Call for Springfield Mall Event

Calling all vendors and business owners! Vendor spots are still available for the Springfield Mall Vendor Event on Saturday, August 24th/The cost is $90, with a "Pay in 4" option available on our website. Details here.

Clifton Heights Big Lots to Close

Heads up, Delco shoppers! Big Lots is shutting down its Clifton Heights store after reporting a jaw-dropping $205 million loss in the first quarter. Sheesh. This move is part of the company's efforts to “streamline operations” This just sounds like corporate-speak for, “We are screwed. Just go shop at Amazon.” But if you are a bargain shopper, keep an eye out for clearance deals as they prepare to shut down. You can likely grab some products at fire-sale prices. Stay tuned for more details on the closing timeline and potential last-minute bargains. Read the full story here.

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WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

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Saturday

Tired Hands Summer Beer Park | Newtown Square | 12-9 PM
Adult Splash Part @ Folcroft Swim Club | Folcroft | 7 PM - 12 AM

Sunday

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN

It’s here…the most comprehensive list of live music across Delco. As a note, events with links indicate a paid event.

Also, tickets went on sale yesterday for the Screaming Orphans. They are a chart-topping all-sister Celtic folk and pop band from Donegal. They will be at the Kelly Center in Havertown on September 8. Seating is very limited and tickets will not last long.

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SPORTS

⚾ Philadelphia Phillies (64-37)

Upcoming Schedule:

7/24: @ Twins 1:10 PM
7/26: Guardians 6:30 PM

Previous Results

7/23: Phillies 3 Pirates 0
7/22: Phillies 2 Pirates 7

🏒 Philadelphia Flyers

Source: Philadelphia Flyers

Matvei Michkov has arrived (and rocking a Phillies hat). This is like page 1 in the “How To Win Over Philly Fans” playbook. As a reminder, Michkov was in Russia for a few years before coming to the U.S. due to his contract with the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL). Despite being drafted 7th overall by the Flyers in 2023, he had to fulfill his obligations with the KHL before making the move. His arrival in Philly is highly anticipated, with expectations that he’ll bring superstar talent and significantly bolster the team’s lineup. Here are 39 things you need to know about Matvei Michkov.

Local Sports Highlights

A Home Run for Delco Baseball

Our local baseball scene is about to hit it out of the park thanks to a fantastic new partnership.

Lenz Sports, a top-notch travel sports consulting business, has teamed up with Newtown Edgmont to bring some spectacular fall baseball tournaments right here to Delco! These events will be hosted at the Jack Daly Complex.

The tournaments are open to teams aged 8U-13U, making it an excellent opportunity for our young athletes to shine. Here are the dates you won't want to miss:

Malice in the Mainline: September 20-22
Suburban Showdown: October 11-13

These tournaments promise to bring together some of the best travel and district teams from the area, creating a vibrant and competitive atmosphere that will surely be a highlight of the fall season.

Head over to lenztournaments.com to learn more.
Source: @delcobaseball on Instagram

WEATHER

Wednesday

82🌡️ 70| 🌦️ | 80% | 💨 SSE 6 mph

Thursday

83 🌡️ 62 | ☁️ | 24% | 💨 W 6 mph

Friday

85🌡️ 62 | ⛅ | 4% | 💨 NNW 7 mph

THANKS!

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