April Picks 2019
Our picks for top events this month.
April 7
Be part of this family tradition of fun and exciting horse and pony steeplechase races, a parade of foxhounds and kid’s activities. Dogs on leashes are welcome. Food is available on-site for purchase. Myrick Conservation Center, Rt. 842 between Unionville and West Chester. Gates open at 11 a.m., first race at noon. $20/carload. 610-793-1090; BrandywineRedClay.org.
April 28
Join a spring celebration of life, fashion and community, featuring Unite for HER participants and families. Discover incredible grand prize raffles, silent auctions and a pop-up boutique. Benefits those with breast cancer. Merion Golf Club, 450 Ardmore Ave., Ardmore. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Check website for ticket and sponsorship information. UniteForHer.org/Bloom.
April 25–28
Browse an impressive selection of decorative and fine art from the 17th century to the present. Benefits Penn Medicine and Philadelphia Museum of Art’s Division of Education and Public Programs. The Navy Yard, Marine Parade Grounds, 11th St. & Kittyhawk Ave., Philadelphia. Gala Preview, Thurs., 6 to 9 p.m., $150–$600. Show: Fri.–Sat., 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. $15–$25. 610-902-2109; PhiladelphiaAntiquesAndArtShow.com.
April 17–June 9
You’ll be dancing in your seat at this musical adaptation of the ’70s classic film that’s been made family friendly. Enjoy all your favorites—“Stayin’ Alive,” “Boogie Shoes,” “Disco Inferno,” “If I Can’t Have You,” “More Than A Woman” and so many more. Media Theatre, 104 E. State St., Media. Check website for show times and tickets. 610-891-0100; MediaTheatre.org.
April 26–May 12
Over 200 juried artists from the Delaware Valley and beyond present their work. Apr. 26, Opening Gala features a silent auction of this year’s poster competition winner, 6 to 9 p.m., $75. May 3, Wine & Cheese Happy Hour, 5 to 8 p.m., $5. 1685 Art School Rd., Chester Springs. Daily, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Fri., 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Free. 610-827-7414; YellowSprings.org.