Good Ole' John Chapman

In case you weren't aware today is Johnny Appleseed's birthday! Well here in Bryn Athyn good ole' John was a particularly noteworthy fellow. So, we went on down to the little festival in his honor, the Johnny Appleseed Festival. We helped make some cider and of course tasted it,

ate some apples and apple baked goods, got a little hand painting, enjoyed the artwork in the gallery, and even helped "Johnny" plant a new apple tree.
eating an apple goody
helping "Johnny" while singing his song
There was also an exciting cyclocross bike race happening, so that was amazing to watch as well (and quite a contrast!).
From there we went on over to Glencarin, which is now officially in the Bryh Athyn Historic District, now a National Historic Landmark.
We were lucky enough get a special trip up the tower as Todd's 3rd grade teacher was there having just led some tours, and asked another guide to take us on up. It's a beautiful view from up there, you can see all around the surrounding castles and all the way to Philly.