World War II Weekend

With spring just on the horizon, our WWII committee is in high gear planning the 6th annual WWII Weekend at Graeme Park, in Horsham, PA. As in previous years, we'll have living history camp displays, battle reenactments and demonstrations, WWII veterans and honor ceremonies, swing dance lessons, a big band concert with the West Chester Swing Kings, and the comedic antics of the Ultimate Abbott and Costello Tribute Show. Look for more details in the coming weeks, but in the meantime, here is the schedule we have tentatively planned.

Tentative Schedule - Subject to Change

SATURDAY, APRIL 30TH
Periodically throughout the day - Tours of the historic Keith House
9:30 AM - Gates Open
10:00 AM - Flag Raising and Singing of the National Anthem with Mimi Drummond
10:15 AM - Weapons and Equipment Demonstration
11:00 AM - The Ultimate Abbott and Costello Tribute Show
12:00 NOON - Battle Reenactment
1:00 PM - The Ultimate Abbott and Costello Tribute Show 
2:00 PM - Rosie the Riveter (Mae Krier)
2:30 PM - The Ultimate Abbott and Costello Tribute Show 
3:00 PM - Battle Reenactment
3:45 PM - Swing Dance Lessons
5:00 PM - USO Dance with the West Chester Swing Kings

SUNDAY, MAY 1ST
Periodically throughout the day - Tours of the historic Keith House
8:30 AM - WWII Field Church Service
9:30 AM - Gates Open
9:30 AM - WWII Field Church Service
10:00 AM - Flag Raising and Singing of the National Anthem with Mimi Drummond
10:15 AM - Weapons and Equipment Demonstration
11:00 AM - Rosie the Riveter (Mae Krier)
11:45 AM - The Ultimate Abbott and Costello Tribute Show
12:30 PM - Swing Dance Lessons
1:30 PM - Honor Guard with State Representatives Todd Stephens, Kate Harper, and Tom Murt, Twp. Mgr. Bill Walter, and Horsham Twp. Counsel Members; Honoring of Veterans and Lighting of Luminary Bags with Rep. Tom Murt
2:30 PM - Battle Reenactment
3:15 PM - The Ultimate Abbott and Costello Tribute Show
4:00 PM - Close of Event

A Wedding at Graeme Park: Ashley & Thurman

Ashley and Thurman's October wedding took place behind the Keith House at Graeme Park at an alter they decorated with pumpkins, mums, fall garland and lace.

After the ceremony, the wedding party gathered for photos while the guests headed to the wedding tent for cocktails and appetizers catered by The Red Cedar Grille in Colmar.

Back in the tent, they opted to for an upscale rustic look with wooden farm tables, bamboo chairs and casual arrangements of cheery sunflowers arranged by Willow and Thistle.

Even the cake combined a rustic wood bottom with a more elegant top accented with sunflowers.

Congratulations Ashley and Thurman and thank you for celebrating at Graeme Park!

A Wedding at Graeme Park: Katie & Steve

The weather Gods finally turned things around for Katie and Steve's wedding at Graeme Park and they had a gorgeous day of bright blue skies and sunshine for their vows in front of the Keith House.

The cocktail hour was held in the field between the 18th century house and the 19th century Pennsylvania bank barn. Joey G's always puts on a huge spread of hot and cold hors d'oeuvres and guests had their choice of high and low top tables and lounge furniture to enjoy their sips and nibbles. There were also some lawn games for the more athletic types to enjoy.

Inside the tent, tables were set with vintage linens and colorful flowers in an assortment of milk glass vases.

 

The menu consisted of tomato, mozzarella and roasted peppers over field greens, filet mignon, pan seared crab cakes, whipped potatoes, grilled asparagus, and vegetarian options, plus a dessert bar.

 



The lovely cake was done by Velvet Sky Bakery and included vintage toppers (family heirlooms?) in the display.

The periphery of the tent included displays of vintage wedding photographs and "s'more love" for guests to take home.

Congratulations Katie and Steve and thank you for celebrating at Graeme Park.