An exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO brick. Franklin Institute, 222 N. 20th St., Philadelphia. Daily 9:30 to 5. $39–$43. FI.edu.
1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford. Wed–Mon, 9:30 to 4:30. $8–$20. Brandywine.org.
Through Sept. 1, “Give Me My Flowers — Soft Petals: exploring the mother wound,” photographs by Shakira Hunt. Through Sept. 8, “Suspended Spins: Dennis Beach.” 2301 Kentmere Pkwy., Wed, 10 to 4; Thurs, 10 to 8; Fri–Sun, 10 to 4. $6–$12, Sun, free. DelArt.org.
Apr. 4–Aug. 3, The Confession… An Amish Love Story. Apr. 6–Oct. 19, Ryan & Friends: All Your Favorite Funny Stuff, a multimedia variety show. 2760 #A Old Philadelphia Pk., Bird-in-Hand. Times and tickets, 717-768-1568; Bird-In-Hand.com/Stage.
Stroll through the gardens with brilliantly blooming annuals and perennials and discover the Illuminated Fountain Performances and live music in the beer garden. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. Thurs–Sat, 9:15 pm. $18–$25. 610-388-1000; LongwoodGardens.org.
Gather your family or closest group of friends and plan a visit to the 12 inspiring attractions across Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley. With the Passport you can explore at your own pace or spread your visits across the entire spring, summer and fall. For tickets, VisitWilmingtonDE.com/Passport.
Through Sept. 15, “Every Leaf & Twig: Andrew Wyeth’s Botanical Imagination.” Through Oct. 13, “In Shadows’ Embrace: Prints by Peter Paone.” 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford. Wed–Mon, 9:30 to 4:30. $8–$20. Brandywine.org.
This popular Delco tradition offers everything from Classical to Cajun, Motown to Broadway, Doo Wop to Rock & Pop. Visit website for a list of concerts. Rose Tree Park, Rt. 252 & Providence Rd., Upper Providence. Free. DelcoPA.gov/Departments/Parks/SummerFestival.html.
Multi-award winner David Strathairn stars in this poignant world premiere where a wrong-number text brings strangers together in a web of curiosity and memory. Written by Emmy Award-winner Joseph Dougherty and directed by Abigail Adams. 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern. Times and tickets, 610-644-3500; PeoplesLight.org.
Step into a world of pure imagination! 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397-7425; TheFulton.org.
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