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Upcoming Events
Event Category Date Event or Venue Name
Feb 4 -Mar 11
Thursdays: 10:30 - 11:30 am
Children & Family
Read-Aloud Tours for Children at Brandywine River Museum
The tours feature story time in the gallery followed by an art-making activity for children ages 3 to 6 accompanied by an adult.   |  website

Brandywine River Museum
Route 1   |  Chadds Ford , PA   |  (610) 388-2700
Thru Dec
Music & Dance
Samuel Barber Festival 2010: in honor of the 100th birthday of this local composer.
Chester County Historical Society, First Presbyterian Church of West Chester and the Music Department of West Chester University are hosting events this year honoring the 100th birthday of this local composer. Enjoy concerts at the University, Longwood Gardens and local schools and churches. For details, visit the link provided to download a listing of upcoming concerts.   |  website

Chester County Historical Society, First Presbyterian Church of West Chester, and WCU
225 N. High St.   |  West Chester , PA 19380
Thru Mar 14
9:30 to 4:30 pm
Art
"Laugh Lines" - Exhibit Ends at Brandywine River Museum
"Laugh Lines: Cartoons and Caricatures from the Collection" features over 50 works by some of the most important illustrators of the 19th and 20th centuries, whose works comment on politics, society and ordinary life. Among the artists represented in the exhibition are Thomas Nast, Edward Gorey, Edward Kemble, Rose O'Neill, Barbara Shermund, Peter Arno, Charles Schulz, Mort Walker and many others.   |  website

Brandywine River Museum
Route 1   |  Chadds Ford , PA   |  (610) 388-2700
Mar - Apr
Antiques
Spring Antiquing Season Begins!
Have a passion for collecting? Now is the time to visit the outstanding shows in our area. Here are just a few: Mar. 5-7, The Antiques Show at York; Mar. 13-14, 10th Annual Heart of the Valley Antiques Show & Sale; Mar. 19-21, Chester County Antiques Show; Mar. 20-21, Antiques at Kimberton Show and the Baltimore Antique Arts Show; Apr. 16-20, The Philadelphia Antiques Show.   |  website

See the 2010 Regional Antiques Show Calendar in this issue for details on upcoming Antiques Shows.
Mar 5 - 27
Fri, 7 pm; Sat, 1 & 7 pm
Theatre
"Murder at Mount Hope Mansion" Interactive Play
An interactive "who-done-it" where guests become the detectives and interrogate suspects, gather clues and uncover the truth behind the murder while dining with mobsters. Appetizers with cash bar; delicious Italian dinner.   |  website

Mt. Hope Estate & Winery
2775 Lebanon Rd   |  Manheim , PA 17545   |  (717) 665-7021
Mar 9
Noon
Music & Dance
Barber's Birthday: Centennial Celebration at CCHS
2010 marks the 100th birthday of one of America's most famous composers and Chester County's own. Celebrate Samuel Barber's 100th birthday at the Chester County Historical Society with cake and music. Enjoy music for strings presented by a string quartet from the Music Department of West Chester University.   |  website

Chester County Historical Society
225 North High Street   |  West Chester , PA 19380   |  610-692-4800
Mar 10
Children: 6:45-9:15 pm;
Adult: 7-9 pm
Children & Family
Winter Garden Lecture Series and Children's Discover Hours at Welkinweir
While adults are attending the lecture series, children are invited to an informative workshop to learn about the flora and fauna native to our area. Lecture: Landscapes Give Back! with Ray Mims; for children: Preparing for Spring.   |  website

Welkinweir
1368 Prizer Rd   |  Pottstown , PA 19465   |  (610) 469-7543
Thru Mar 31
Parks & Gardens
Longwood's Orchid Extravaganza - Season End
Thousands of orchid blooms, displays and special exhibits throughout the Conservatory, including a towering Orchid Mobile and a Living Wall of Orchids. This annual event culminates with the International Orchid Show & Sale at the end of March. Season begins each year in January.   |  website

Longwood Gardens
1001 Longwood Rd   |  Kennett Square , PA 19348   |  (610) 388-1000
Mar 13
7:30 pm
Music & Dance
Brandywine Singers Present Choral Music of Samuel Barber
In celebration of Samuel Barber's 100th birthday and part of the Samuel Barber Festival. Directed by Jonathan Kreamer   |  website

Church of the Holy Trinity
212 South High Street   |  West Chester , PA 19382   |  610-696-4640
Mar 13
8:00 pm
Music & Dance
Curtis on Tour - Barber Celebration at Longwood Gardens
Celebrate Samuel Barber's 100th birthday with Barber's String Quartet Op.11, from which his iconic Adagio for Strings was drawn. Also on the program: Christopher Rogerson, Lullaby: no bad dreams; Daniel Shapiro, Sonata for Viola and Piano; Antonín Dvorák, Piano Quintet No. 2 in A, Op. 81.   |  website

Longwood Gardens
1001 Longwood Road (Off of Route 1)   |  Kennett Square , PA 19348   |  610-388-5200
Mar 13
7 pm; Show: 8 pm
Music & Dance
"Mugs & Music" 2010
Enjoy sampling Victory beers using handmade mugs, and listening to live local music. Local food reception included, featuring the cheeses of Highland Farm, Birchrun Hills Farm and Amazing Acres, along with light fare from Harvest Market Natural Foods. A portion of the proceeds will benefit: The Chester County Buy Fresh Buy Local program and the Chester County Food Bank.   |  website

Kennett Flash
102 Sycamore Alley   |  Kennett Square , PA   |  484-732-8295
Mar 13
7:00 pm
Charity & Philanthropy
"Phoenixville Community Charity Ball" at RiverCrest Golf Club
Dance to the sounds of a live orchestra, dine on fabulous food and desserts and bid on beautiful items during the live and silent auctions. A black-tie-optional affair benefiting community nonprofit members. Annual event in its 5th year.   |  website

RiverCrest Golf Club
100 Country Club Drive   |  Phoenixville , PA   |  (610) 933-3070
Mar 13-14
Sat. 9-5 pm; Sun. 10-4 pm
Antiques
Annual Heart of the Valley Antique Show & Sale
Twenty-five dealers specializing in American country antiques including quilts and textiles, formal, painted and country furniture, folk art and more. Benefits WDIY, Lehigh Valley Community Public Radio. Annual event in its 10th year.   |  website

The Ice House
56 River St   |  Bethlehem , PA 18015   |  (610) 588-6961
Mar 13
6 to 9 pm
Downtowns
Second Saturday in Media
Over 30 businesses stay open late. Shops, galleries and cafes host local musicians or display the work of local artists. Organized by the Media Arts Council.   |  website

Downtown Media
Various locations   |  Media , PA 19063   |  (610) 565-6020
Thru Mar 19
Noon
Art
"Local Color" Exhibit Ends at Center for the Creative Arts
An Open Group Exhibition of artwork in a variety of media. Opening reception on Feb. 19th will feature a wine and chocolate tasting.   |  website

Center for the Creative Arts
Route 82 and Upper Snuff Mill Row   |  Yorklyn , PA   |  (302) 239-2434
Mar 19
7 - 9 pm
Food & Dining
Fondue Friday at The Lincoln Room in West Chester
Enjoy a cheese fondue followed by a rich chocolate dessert fondue in the intimate candlelit setting of The Lincoln Room from 7 to 9 pm. Adding to the atmosphere are the sounds of classical guitarist Malcolm Johnstone.   |  website

The Lincoln Room
28 West Market Street   |  West Chester , PA 19380   |  (610) 696-2102
Mar 19 - 21
Fri-Sat 10-6; Sun 10-5
Crafts
Sugarloaf Crafts Festival
More than 300 top artisans display and sell their creations in pottery, sculpture, glass, jewelry, fashion, home décor, furniture, home accessories, garden items and photography. The Festival also includes live music, children's entertainment and specialty foods.   |  website

Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks
100 Station Avenue   |  Oaks , PA 19456   |  (800) 210-9900
Mar 19 - 20
Fri, 7-10 pm; Sat, 10-4 pm
Art
Chadds Ford Art Sale & Show
Over 60 local and regional professional artists display and sell their art in an array of mediums. Meet the artists on Friday and enjoy live music and hors d'oeuvres. Benefits educational enrichment programs in language, science and the arts. Annual event in its 61st year.   |  website

Chadds Ford Elementary School
3 Baltimore Pike   |  Chadds Ford , PA 19317   |  (610) 388-1112
Mar 19-21
Sat, 10-7; Sun, 11-5.
Antiques
Chester County Antiques Show & Sale
Held annually by the Chester County Historical Society. Exceptional dealers specializing in 18th- and 19th-century American, English and Continental furniture, rugs, paintings and decorative arts. Preview Fri, 6 to 9, with cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and buffet.   |  website

Westtown School
975 Westtown Rd   |  Westtown , PA 19380   |  (610) 692-4800
Mar 20-21
Sat. 9 to 5; Sun. 9 to 3
Antiques
The Baltimore Antique Arms Show
The Maryland Arms Collectors Association presents this show featuring weapons, swords and militaria for exhibit and sale; no modern handguns are allowed.   |  website

Maryland State Fairgrounds Cow Palace
2200 York Road (Route 45)   |  Timonium , MD 21093   |  (301) 865-6804
Mar 20 - 21
Sat, 10 to 4:30
Sun, 11 to 4
Antiques
"Art and Antiques Show" by the Delaware Foundation for the Visual Arts
More than 70 well-known artists from the Brandywine Valley area exhibit and sell new works. Browse this exceptional collection of original art, sculpture, porcelain, jewelry, and a choice selection of furniture. Benefits DFVA Scholarship Endowment and the Delaware Community Foundation.   |  website

Hagley Museum & Library
200 Hagley Road   |  Wilmington , DE 19807   |  (302) 658-2400
Mar 20-21
Sat 9-5 pm; Sun 10-4 pm
Antiques
Antiques at Kimberton Show
This long-standing show features 70 dealers offering a wide variety of antiques, some in room settings, in two buildings on the same grounds. Food and free parking.

Kimberton Fire Company
61 Firehouse La.   |  Kimberton , PA 19442   |  (717) 768-7609
Mar 20
10 am - Noon
Food & Dining
Winter Market #4 at the West Chester Growers Market
Breads, baked goods, dairy products, and produce from local farmers. Winter Markets occur the third Saturday of each month through April. Regular season will begin in May.   |  website

West Chester Growers Market
Chestnut and Church Streets   |  West Chester , PA 19380   |  (610) 436-9010
Mar 27 & 28
2:00 pm
Children & Family
"Ramona Quimby" Presented by Immaculata University's Children's Theatre
Adapted by Len Jenkin from the novels of Beverly Cleary, Ramona Quimby will be presented by the Cue and Curtain Children's Theatre. Ramona Quimby continuously aggravates her older sister, Beezus, and "gets into trouble" because she makes a big fuss when things don't go her way. As narrator, Beezus introduces the Quimby family and friends and sets the scene for Ramona's chaotic course throughout the year.   |  website

Cue and Curtain Children's Theatre, Immaculata University
1145 King Road   |  Immaculata , PA 19345   |  (610) 647-4400
Mar 27
Reg. 7:30, Start 9.
Athletics, Fitness & Sports
Delco Road Runners Club 10K Trail Run
Annual run in its 17th year, which challenges runners of all speeds and abilities with a course that winds through Tyler's extensive trail system, traversing woodlands and meadows, and features many elevation changes and four shallow stream crossings.   |  website

Tyler Aboretum
515 Painter Rd   |  Media , PA 19063   |  (610) 459-2764
Apr 2
5:00 - 10:00 pm
Downtowns
First Friday Main Line
Art galleries, shops, salons and restaurants extend their hours and have special offerings on these evenings. A free trolley runs from Bryn Mawr to Ardmore.   |  website

Lower Main Line   |  Ardmore , PA 19003   |  (610) 642-4040
Apr 2
All day
Downtowns
First Friday in Berwyn
Art galleries, shops, salons and restaurants have special offerings and extended hours.   |  website

Downtown Berwyn   |  Berwyn , PA
Apr 2
All evening
Downtowns
First Friday Gallery Walk in West Chester
Visitors have the opportunity to discover the galleries, "one night only" art shows, shops and restaurants in downtown West Chester. Most shops open until at least 9:00 pm.   |  website

Downtown West Chester   |  West Chester , PA 19381   |  (610) 738-3350
Mar 5
5:00 - 9:00 pm
Downtowns
First Friday in Wayne
Art galleries, shops, salons and restaurants extend their hours and have special offerings.   |  website

Downtown Wayne   |  Wayne , Pa   |  (610) 687-7698
Apr 2
5:00 - 10:00 pm
Downtowns
First Friday in Phoenixville
Shops and galleries stay open late and offer special discounts, refreshments and entertainment.   |  website

Downtown Phoenixville   |  Phoenixville , PA 19460   |  (610) 933-9308
Apr 2
6:00 - 9:00 pm
Downtowns
First Friday Art Stroll in Kennett Square
Art galleries, shops, salons and restaurants extend their hours and have special offerings.   |  website

Downtown Kennett Square   |  Kennett Square , PA 19348   |  (610) 444-8188
Apr 2
'til 9:00 pm
Downtowns
First Friday in Lancaster
Art galleries, shops, salons and restaurants extend their hours and have special offerings.   |  website

Downtown Lancaster   |  Lancaster , PA   |  (717) 509-2787

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