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April Picks 2017

Written by County Lines Magazine
Valley Forge Revolutionary 5-Mile Run

April 23

Trek through scenic Valley Forge National Historic Park. The event also includes a 3-mile walk and a Young Patriots Run for ages 6–14. Benefits Valley Forge Park. 1400 N. Outer Line Dr., King of Prussia. 8:30 a.m. $15–$40. ValleyForge.org.

Media Music Theatre—West Side Story

April 19–June 18

This Leonard Bernstein / Stephen Sondheim collaboration pairs exciting choreography with a legendary score, featuring songs such as “Maria,” “Tonight” and “America.” 104 E. State St., Media. Check website for show times. $25–$50. 610-891-0100; MediaTheatre.org.

American Helicopter Museum Annual Gala

April 22

This year’s theme is “The Roaring Twenties” and features an open bar, hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, dinner, silent and live auctions, great music, dancing and more. Benefits the museum. 1220 American Blvd., West Chester. 6 to 11 p.m. Tickets $125. 610-436-9600;
AmericanHelicopter.Museum.

20th Annual Celebrity Chef’s Brunch

April 30

Over 20 world-renowned chefs from across the country display their talents. This year’s celebrity host: Anne Burrell from the Food Network. Benefits Meals on Wheels in Delaware. DuPont Country Club, 1001 Rockland Rd., Wilmington. 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. $125. 302-656-3257.

Chester County Hospital Gala

April 8

“The Hospital Turns 125.” Celebrate the hospital’s 125th birthday, starting at the pre-party at Galer Estate Vineyard & Winery and finishing at Longwood Gardens with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, dinner and dancing. Galer Estate, 700 Folly Hill Rd., Kennett Square, 5:45 to 7 p.m., parking and trolley from Longwood Gardens. The Gala at Longwood begins at 7 p.m., 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. $250; $25 for the pre-party. 610-431-5054; ChesterCountyHospital.org.