Upcoming Events

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