The following links provide useful information on the Main Line and Philadelphia. Simply click on any of the logos to the left to view the websites.
	The Baldwin School is a college-preparatory, independent day school for girls in pre-kindergarten through grade twelve. We maintain a tradition of excellence in women's education and are committed to the promise of learning. We believe the academic excellence begins with the ability to think logically, independently and imaginatively. This delight in ideas, a sense of curiosity and humor and a commitment to honoring the variety and dignity of others are among Baldwin's highest values.
	Crossroads is a transition school for children who learn differently. Our goal is to return each student to a public or private school classroom with an understanding of the way he or she learns and the skills and strategies to be a successful, independent learner.
	Devon Preparatory School is a Roman Catholic college preparatory school for young men in grades six through twelve, located on Valley Forge Road in beautiful Chester County. Founded by the Piarist Order, Devon Prep continues the vital Piarist mission, and is dedicated to the education of youth. A challenging college-preparatory curriculum, along with athletics, humanities, and Christian service, develops the mental, physical, and spiritual potentials of each of our students. Rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ, Devon Prep students are prepared to be responsible, compassionate leaders, who serve God by providing service to humanity.
	Founded in 1785, The Episcopal Academy is an independent college preparatory school for more than 1,100 boys and girls from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade in four units: Lower School at Devon and Lower, Middle, and Upper School in Merion, PA. The school was founded by the Right Reverend William White, first Episcopal Bishop of Pennsylvania. Among its charter trustees were leading citizens of Philadelphia and signers of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution of the United States.
	Established in 1885 by the Haverford Monthly Meeting, Friends School of Haverford is a coeducational Quaker elementary school. The current enrollment is 200 children in preschool through sixth grade. The educational philosophy of Friends School is the creation of a coeducational model supportive learning environment based on traditions of strong academics, artistic expression, and service to others.
	Friends Select is an independent school with 501 students in grades pre-kindergarten through twelve. The school has three divisions, Lower (pre-kindergarten through 4th), Middle (5th through 8th), and Upper (grades 9 to 12). The Upper School has over 200 students. Friends Select draws its identity from its Quaker heritage and beliefs and from its Center City location. Framed by this basic identity, its mission is to provide a challenging, college-preparatory academic program to a pre-kindergarten to twelfth grade, diverse, co-ed student population and offer a full complement of athletic, art and community service options.
	Germantown Academy, a coeducational college preparatory school, offers strong academic and extracurricular programs that enable students to acquire the knowledge, confidence, and judgement needed to become good citizens and productive leaders in a global society. The school seeks students and teachers from all economic, ethnic, religious and national backgrounds who will challenge themselves and contribute to the life of the school.
	The Haverford School is a non-sectarian college preparatory day school, junior kindergarten through grade twelve, which educates qualified boys of differing backgrounds. We provide a superior liberal arts education in a challenging and supportive environment that emphasizes scholarship, leadership, citizenship, and high standards of character and conduct. At The Haverford School, we strive to prepare each student for life by developing his full intellectual, moral, social, artistic, athletic and creative potential.
	Malvern Preparatory School, an independent Catholic college preparatory school for young men in grades 6 to 12, builds leaders, instills self-confidence, and fosters a sense of responsibility. Founded by the Augustinians in 1842 and located on a scenic and secure 103-acre campus in Chester County, PA, Malvern provides a balanced program of academics, arts, athletics, and Christian service.
	The Shipley School, a pre-kindergarten through grade 12 coeducational day school, is committed to educational excellence and dedicated to developing in each student a love of learning and a compassionate participation in the world.
	Westtown School is a Quaker, co-educational, day and boarding school founded in 1799. Located in Chester County, Pennsylvania, the school serves over six hundred students in pre-kindergarten through twelfth grades.
	William Penn Charter School, established in 1689 by William Penn, is the oldest Quaker School in the world. Penn Charter has combined a rich heritage of Quaker values with academic rigor and excellence. A college-preparatory day school educating boys and girls from kindergarten through 12th grade, the school is located on a 44-acre campus in the East Falls section of Philadelphia.
	Search For Public Schools - The information on this locator is from the Common Core of Data (CCD. This data is collected annually directly from State Education Agencies (SEAs). A list of all the State CCD Coordinators and their contact information is available on our website.
	PA Department of Education - The PDE web site contains information for parents, students, teachers, school board members, school administrators and citizens interested in learning about Pennsylvania's schools. It also provides information about Department of Education programs and services.
	The Barnes Foundation was established in 1922 by Dr. Albert C. Barnes, to "promote the advancement of education and the appreciation of the fine arts." Albert Barnes was born in a working class Philadelphia neighborhood in 1872 and attended Central High School. As a youngster, he attended camp revival meetings with his mother who was a devout Methodist. It was at those religious retreats that Barnes developed an appreciation for African American culture, spiritual revivals and creative expression. This connection would resurface in later years and have a lasting impact on the man and his work.
	Come explore the historic Brandywine Valley. Discover our natural beauty, our history, our art, antiques, mansions and gardens and our unique brand of country casual hospitality. The Brandywine is nestled amidst the rolling hills of southern Chester County, PA, where the Battle of Brandywine was fought and northern New Castle County, DE where the paper was milled for the Declaration of Independence and America's first currency. Here is where the duPonts made their fortunes and built their mansions and where three generations of Wyeths have lived and painted the landscapes and people of Chadds Ford. We invite you to visit and be charmed.
	In the spirit of inquiry and discovery embodied by Benjamin Franklin, the mission of The Franklin Institute is to inspire an understanding of and passion for science and technology learning. Today, more than one hundred and seventy five years after the Institute's founding, The Franklin Institute Science Museum continues to offer new and exciting access to science and technology in ways that would both amaze and delight Mister Benjamin Franklin.
	Originally founded as the summer home of the Philadelphia Orchestra, The Mann Center for the Performing Arts is the only outdoor cultural arts venue in the Philadelphia region and one of the largest of its kind in the nation. This unique open-air theater has hosted some of the world's best-known artists and performances. Today, The Mann offers a range of arts programs like nowhere else in the area-from orchestra to opera, dance to drumming, pops and jazz to rock and roll.
	The Pennsylvania Ballet is one of America's leading ballet companies. The company includes 42 professional dancers from the United States and abroad, and presents a varied repertoire ranging from treasured classics such as The Nutcracker -- a Philadelphia holiday tradition -- to original works by the worlds' most sought-after choreographers.
	The Philadelphia Museum of Art - in partnership with the city, the region, and art museums around the globe - seeks to preserve, enhance, interpret, and extend the reach of its great collections in particular, and the visual arts in general, to an increasing and increasingly diverse audience as a source of delight, illumination, and lifelong learning.
	Founded in 1900, The Philadelphia Orchestra has distinguished itself as one of the leading orchestras in the world through a century of acclaimed performances, historic international tours, best-selling recordings, and its unprecedented record of innovation in recording technologies and outreach. The 2003-2004 season marks a new era in the ensemble's esteemed history as Christoph Eschenbach becomes its seventh music director.
	Walnut Street Theatre is the oldest theatre in America. It stands alone as the only theatre operating continuously as a theatre since it opened in 1809. The significance of this fact cannot be overstated. The history of Walnut Street Theatre is, in large measure, the history of theatre in America. Every noteworthy American actor of the 19th century and many from the 20th century (not to mention famous actors from other countries) appeared on stage at Walnut Street Theatre just as it stands today.
	Derbydown is recognized as one of the foremost show hunter barns in the country. It is a training, boarding, showing and sales business. Derbydown comprises a multi-level horse facility providing all levels of instruction to A-quality showing. We host 2 outdoor rings, 1 indoor ring, over a dozen grass fields, 2 barns housing 37 stalls, and several homes.
	The Devon Horse Show originated in 1896 and is the oldest outdoor multi-breed horse show in the United States. Internationally recognized, AHSA A-rated. Held annually in May at Devon, Pennsylvania. Hunters, Jumpers, Saddle Seat, equitation, and carriages.
	The Horse of Delaware Valley is the oldest and largest equine publication serving the mid-Atlantic states of Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey, Delaware and Virginia. From its base in Unionville, Pa., The Horse distributes 23,500 copies per month, over 18,000 by direct mail and the balance through tack shops, feed stores and other outlets in the five state market. In all, The Horse reaches more than 50,000 readers monthly and professional research shows it is preferred by its readers to all other publications that circulate or originate in the market including such prestigious national titles as Equus, The Practical Horseman and The Chronicle of The Horse.
	The Masters of Foxhounds Association of America is the governing body of organized fox, coyote and drag hunting in the United States of America and Canada. Among its activities are the promotion of the sport, the publication of a Foxhound Stud Book, the recognition of organized Hunts which have met its standards, the recordation of countries and boundaries for organized hunting establishments and the Registration of Hunts as a preliminary step toward Recognition.
	Radnor Hunt is today one of the oldest recognized hunts in the United States. The original property on Bryn Mawr Road (now Darby-Paoli and Roberts Roads) was purchased in 1883. Although foxhunting has been the main activity throughout the years, the club has been the focal point for numerous other activities related to horses and hounds. The annual spring race meeting has become the most popular of these events.
	Welcome to Royal Crown Stables where our mission is to breed to the best... with the best making our future generation of horses equal to or better than their forefather. Our goal at Royal Crown Stables is to have you join us in our celebration and creation of life. We have accomplished many dreams and reaped many rewards with our family, friends, clients and animals. Together with pride, joy and belief, but most of all our spirit, we stand as one! Today this family team continues their quest to breed talented, successful, strong and beautiful Western Pleasure and Reining Quarter, Arabian and Half Arabian horses.
	Yarmouth Stables is a brand new equestrian facility situated on approximately 50 acres in beautiful Southern Chester County. Yarmouth Stables was created and designed for both horse and rider, and is unique in its amenities, superior level of service, and aesthetic appeal in a country club setting. Yarmouth will appeal to Hunter Jumpers, Instructional Riding, and casual riding, all to be enjoyed on our serene grounds.
	The King of Prussia Mall - The largest mall on the east coast. With their unparalleled combination of American and European Retailers, The Plaza & The Court are retail history in the making. Nowhere else in the world will you find what you'll find here. Eight department stores - Bloomingdale's, Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Macy's, Lord & Taylor, JCPenney, Sears and Strawbridge's at The King of Prussia Mall, a roster of - 365 specialty shops that read like a "Who's Who" of retailing, not to mention 40 restaurants and eateries.
	Suburban Square, with its charming setting and small village atmosphere is located on Philadelphia's famous Main Line. The Square is well known for its upscale and diverse shopping experience and boasts an impressive collection of national and local retailers. While maintaining its status as the premier shopping center in the area, it also hosts many special events that have become a tradition on the Main Line helping to create a community environment, and often substituting as a town center. With over 264,000 square feet of retail stores and restaurants, the Square caters to all styles and tastes.
	Waterloo Gardens is one of the top ten garden centers in the country and is the largest and most diverse in the Tri-state area. Our two locations in Devon and Exton, Pennsylvania have been a Main Line gardening tradition for years. Waterloo boasts the area's largest selection of annuals, perennials, trees and shrubs, landscaping design and build service, outdoor and indoor lighting, garden accessories, gifts, collectibles, casual furniture and more! A visit to Waterloo Gardens is not another shopping trip, it's an experience.
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Charlestown Township - This site provides access to various types of current (but relatively unchanging) information about the township. The township office is located on second floor of the Devault Post Office Building on Whitehorse Road. The office hours are 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday - Friday.
Haverford Township - The township is primarily residential with retail and service businesses and some light industry. The largest industry is the Philadelphia Chewing Gum Corporation. There are two shopping centers, Manoa with 28 businesses and Pilgrim Gardens with about 12. The tallest buildings in the township are two apartment buildings of five stories. There are 237.5 acres of park, playground and recreation land, and 32.6 acres of Cobb's Creek Park owned by the City of Philadelphia. There are two private Swim Clubs. There is quite a mix of residential properties with single homes, duplex and some row homes. There are many pleasant tree-lined streets. Haverford Township is a great place to live.
Lower Merion Township - Welcome to the Township of Lower Merion. Visiting our website at your leisure will provide you with the information you need, when you need it. Lower Merion is highlighted in Douglas S. Cleland's Welcome from the Township Manager. Click on Board of Commissioners to meet the Township's Commissioners, and learn about the wards they represent and the committees they serve on. Select Appointed Officials to learn more about the Township Manager, Secretary, Engineer and Solicitor.
Upper Merion Township is located in southeastern Pennsylvania, approximately 15 miles from center city Philadelphia. Over the last five decades, Upper Merion has developed into one of the most important 'activity centers' of the region. The township has approximately 27,000 residents, hosts over 50,000 jobs, and offers over 9.5 million square feet of office space. Also located in Upper Merion are Valley Forge National Historic Park and the King of Prussia Mall, the nation's largest shopping mall (ranked by square footage of retail space).
Newtown Square's commercial center is located at the intersection of West Chester Pike and Newtown Street Road, which is approximately 15 miles west of center city Philadelphia and is accessible by public transportation. Within the 10.2 square miles of the township's borders remain many historical sites, homes, and farms which are maintained by the Newtown Square Historical Preservation Society and/or private owners to serve as reminders of the rich heritage of this community.
Radnor Township is the "Best Place to Live in the Suburbs", according to Philadelphia Magazine. Of course, Radnor residents have known that since 1682, when the Township was officially founded. Since then, Radnor's government has worked hard at maintaining the Township's delightful mix of residential, rural, and business. From our horse farms, to our vibrant, small-town main street, Radnor is indeed a great place to live, work, and do business.
Tredyffrin Township - Directory of information Tredyffrin Township, Pennsylvania located within Chester County.
Willistown Township is located in the eastern part of Chester County, Pennsylvania, five miles east of West Chester and approximately twenty miles from Philadelphia and Wilmington Delaware. Willistown is considered to be on the rural fringe of the Philadelphia metropolitan area.