
Deer Creek Malthouse is hosting weekly happy hours onsite at Newlin! Stop by the log cabin, enjoy some drinks and light fare, and relax by the creek with friends. A great way to unwind after work!

Newlin Grist Mill and Wild Birds Unlimited (Glen Mills) have teamed up to explore the wonderful world of bird life!
Join us for monthly naturalist-led walks through the 160-acre park at Newlin Grist Mill. We will meet year-round residents, visit exciting migrants, and learn the basics of bird identification and biology.
Families and beginners are welcome for these free bird walks! A limited number of binoculars are available for use, but participants are encouraged to bring their own if they have them. Participants should meet in front of the Visitor Center.
2023 Bird Walks:
- January 28 (9am)
- February 25 (9am)
- March 25 (9am)
- April 29 (8am)
- May 27 (8am)
- June 24 (8am)
- July 29 (8am)
- August 26 (8am)
- September 30 (8am)
- October 28 (8am)
- November 23 (9am)
- December 16 (9am)

Help us make our park a better place for wildlife and people! The Habitat Stewards group meets once a month to work on outdoor tasks related habitat restoration and species conservation. Projects vary by month but include things like invasive plant removal, tree planting, garden maintenance, trail cleanup, and outdoor classroom care.
In 2023, the Habitat Stewards are meeting on the following dates from 1pm to 3pm:
- January 28
- February 25
March 25– CANCELLED due to weather- April 29
- May 27
- June 10
- September 30
- October 28
- November 25
- December 9
Pre-registration is required. Contact Jessica at jshahan@newlingristmill.org or 610-459-2359.

Deer Creek Malthouse is hosting weekly happy hours onsite at Newlin! Stop by the log cabin, enjoy some drinks and light fare, and relax by the creek with friends. A great way to unwind after work!

A local favorite, this event provides fun for the whole family!
This year’s festival will feature many different historic skills and trades demonstrations, as well as fun activities for kids of all ages.
This year’s theme “Food Traditions Past and Present” will highlight foods and cooking from the 18th century, along with the trades that made it possible to put food on the table in early America. Modern food trucks will also be on site offering a variety of delicious eats!
Admission is free for all ages. Parking is $5 per car.

Deer Creek Malthouse is hosting weekly happy hours onsite at Newlin! Stop by the log cabin, enjoy some drinks and light fare, and relax by the creek with friends. A great way to unwind after work!

Newlin’s unique series of informal happy hours feature a local brewery, winery, and/or distillery each month! Visitors can enjoy beverages while chatting with the Newlin Grist Mill staff about what’s going on in the park. The happy hours take place on select Thursday evenings at the Log Cabin on site.
2023 Happy Hours:
- April 13 – Penns Woods Winery
- May 18 – Sterling Pig Brewery & Liquid Alchemy Beverages
- June 8 – Penns Woods Winery
- September 14 – Penns Woods Winery
- October 12 – Springhouse Spirits
6-7:30pm. Samples are free, additional drinks may be purchased. Must be 21 or older to attend. No reservations necessary.

Deer Creek Malthouse is hosting weekly happy hours onsite at Newlin! Stop by the log cabin, enjoy some drinks and light fare, and relax by the creek with friends. A great way to unwind after work!


Deer Creek Malthouse is hosting weekly happy hours onsite at Newlin! Stop by the log cabin, enjoy some drinks and light fare, and relax by the creek with friends. A great way to unwind after work!