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The Franklin Institute Presents “The Art of the Brick”

Franklin Institute 20th Street & Ben Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia

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 […]

Delaware Art Museum

Delaware Art Museum 2301 Kentmere Pkwy, Wilmington

Through May 26, “There Is a Woman in Every Color: Black Women in Art.” Through June 30, “The Artistic Legacy of James E. Newton: Poetic Roots,” an exhibition by Anna […]

“Jamie Wyeth: Unsettled” at Brandywine Museum of Art

Brandywine Museum 1 Hoffman's Mill Rd, Chadds Ford

This exhibition traces a persistent vein of intriguing, often disconcerting imagery over the career of renowned local artist Jamie Wyeth, featuring more than 50 works drawn from museum and private […]

Spring Blooms at Longwood Gardens

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square

It’s the season of fresh beginnings, and Longwood beckons. Check the calendar on their website for special events. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. Wed–Mon, 10 to 6, closed Tues. Timed […]

Bird-in-Hand Stage

Bird-In-Hand Stage 2760 Old Philadelphia Pike, Bird-in-Hand

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. […]

Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center

Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center 226 N. High St., West Chester

Apr. 12, Philly Special Band; Apr. 13, Ultimate Doors; Apr. 14, Susan Werner; Apr. 19, Sweet Baby James Tribute; Apr. 20, classic rock ‘n’ roll with Not Fade Away; May […]

“The Flatlanders” at Delaware Theatre Company

Delaware Theatre Company 200 Water St., Wilmington

A couple, stranded in a snow storm, uncover truths and secrets about each other. 200 Water St., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-594-1100; DelawareTheatre.org.

“Legally Blonde” at Media Theatre

The Media Theatre 104 E. State St., Media

Enjoy the high octane, feel-good story on the stage in this explosive, hilarious and high energy production. 104 E. State St., Media. Times and tickets, 610- 891-0100; MediaTheatre.org.

51st Annual Yellow Springs Art Show Events

Historic Yellow Springs 1685 Art School Rd, Chester Springs

Works from 220+ juried artists available for purchase. Apr. 26, Opening Gala with art, music, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, $85. May 3, Happy Hour, featuring art, wine and cheese, $10. […]

The Keswick Theatre

Keswick Theatre 291 N. Keswick Ave, Glenside

May 1, Queensryche Armored Saint; May 3, Marc Maron; May 4, The Doo Wop Project; May 5, Al Stewart; May 7, Ghosts: Do You Believe?; May 8, Saxon & Uriah […]

West Chester University Senior BFA Exhibition

West Chester University 700 S. High St., West Chester

May 1–17, Knauer Gallery in the Swope Music and Performing Arts Center, 817 S. High St. May 1–June 29, Baker Gallery, E.O. Bull Center for the Arts, 2 E. Rosedale […]

“Hurricane Diane” at People’s Light

People's Light 39 Conestoga Rd, Malvern

A comedic romp with a mythological twist. 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern. Times and tickets, 610- 644-3500; PeoplesLight.org.

Pottstown Area Artists Guild Spring Fine Arts Show

Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg

Area artists exhibit with awards recognizing the best works in the show presented during the Opening Reception on May 5. Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg. Tues–Fri, […]

At The Grand in Wilmington

The Grand Wilmington 1007 N. Market St., Wilmington

May 3, An Evening with Darlingside; May 4, The Rock Orchestra Plays Fleetwood Mac; May 9, The Temptations and Four Tops; May 11, The Simon & Garfunkel Songbook; May 18, […]

American Music Theatre

American Music Theatre 2425 Lincoln Hwy, E. Lancaster

May 3, Stayin’ Alive: One Night of the Bee Gees; May 4, The Temptations & The Four Tops; May 5, Stomp; May 10, An Evening with David Foster & Katharine […]

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Open-Air Market in West Chester

Downtown West Chester West Chester

Four blocks of Gay Street (from Matlack Street to Darlington Street) are closed to vehicles so everyone can partake in al fresco dining and shopping. Gay Street will be shut […]

DE Nature Society Native Plant Sale

Coverdale Farm 543 Way Rd, Greenville

Rare varieties of native wildflowers, trees, shrubs, ferns and aquatic plants for sale. Many species attract wildlife. Coverdale Farm, 543 Way Rd., Greenville, DE. Fri, 2 to 7 (member day); […]

25th Annual St. Mary Anne’s Garden Market

St. Mary Anne's Episcopal Church 315 S. Main St., North East

Over 75 garden-related vendors sell flowers, trees and shrubs for spring planting. A family- friendly event. 315 S. Main St., North East, MD. Fri, 9 to 6; Sat, 9 to […]

Haverford Guild of Craftsmen’s Spring Art & Fine Craft Show

Haverford Community Recreation and Environmental Center (CREC) 9000 Parkview Drive, Haverford

Pick up a unique handcrafted gift from juried artists whose work includes basketry, ceramics, fiber, glass, jewelry, mixed media, painting, photography and more. Haverford Community Recreation and Environmental Center, 9000 […]

Spring City Mill Studios Art Festival

Spring City Mill Studios 20 E. Bridge St, Spring City

Artists display their work for sale in open studios over three floors. 20 E. Bridge St., Spring City. Sat, 11 to 5; Sun, 11 to 4. SpringCityMillStudios.com.

The Lights Festival at Plantation Field

Plantation Field 347 Green Valley Rd, Coatesville

Ignite your personalized sky lantern and let it take flight. Bring chairs and blankets and enjoy food, live music, dancing and the breathtaking sight of lighting the sky with thousands […]

Lancaster County Presents Bark for Life

New Life Fellowship Church 420 E. Fulton St., Ephrata

Featuring games, contests, giveaways, demos. Please bring blankets, treats, toys, food, cleaning supplies for the rescues. Benefits the American Cancer Society. New Life Fellowship Church, 420 E. Fulton St., Ephrata.

WCU Opera Theatre Presents “Candide”

Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, West Chester University 700 S. High St., West Chester

Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, 700 S. High St. Sat, 7:30 pm; Sun, 3 pm. WCUPA.edu.

Kennett Run

Anson B Nixon Park 405 N Walnut Rd, Kennett Square

Small Town—Big Race—Strong Community. Events for everyone with your choice of the 5K, 10K, one-mile or Power Run 5K and 10K races through Kennett Square. Benefits area nonprofits. 405 N. […]

Humane Pennsylvania’s 47th Annual Walk for the Animals

Reading Fairgrounds 1216 Hilltop Rd., Leesport

A relaxing, one-mile walk along the river with your pup, family and friends in support of Humane PA’s mission. Enjoy live music, vendors, food trucks, games and a dog contest. […]

Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Plant Sale Weekend

Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens 631 Berwyn Baptist Rd., Devon

A large sale featuring rare and unusual rhododendrons and azaleas, plus a large selection of native trees, perennials and shrubs. Jenkins Arboretum, 631 Berwyn Baptist Rd., Devon. Daily, 9 to […]

Tyler Arboretum Plant Sale

Tyler Arboretum 515 Painter Rd., Media

Come pick out the best plants to flourish in your gardens. Knowledgeable staff will help you plan your garden and select plants that thrive and provide ecosystem services to pollinators […]

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Westtown Amish Market

Westtown Amish Market 1165 Wilmington Pk., West Chester

1165 Wilmington Pk., West Chester. Thurs, 9 to 6, Fri, 9 to 8, Sat. 8 to 4. 610-492-5700; WestChesterAmishMarket.com.

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Lancaster County Farmers Market

Lancaster County Farmers Market 389 W. Lancaster Avenue, Wayne

389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne.  Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com.

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Malvern Farmers Market

Malvern Farmers Market Warren Ave. and Roberts Rd., Malvern

Warren Ave. & Roberts Rd., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com.

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Phoenixville Farmers Market

Phoenixville Farmers Market 200 Mill Street, Phoenixville

200 Mill St. Sat, 10 to noon; seniors, 9–9:30. PhoenixvilleFarmersMarket.org.

Azaleas & Bluebells at Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library

Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library 5105 Kennett Pike, Winterthur

Enjoy the spectacle of thousands of azalea blossoms and acres of wildflowers, plant sales, staff-led and self-guided tours of Azalea Woods and more. Included with admission. Rt. 52, Winterthur, DE. […]

Annual Colonial Mayfair at Pottsgrove Manor

Pottsgrove Manor 100 W. King St, Pottstown

Meet historic interpreters, play games, join in demonstrations, dance around the Maypole, listen to traditional music shows, watch sleight-of-hand tricks and special 18th-century inspired performances. 100 W. King St., Pottstown. […]

Annapolis, MD Irish Festival

Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds 1450 Generalds Hwy., Crownsville

Join the crowd for great bands, food and drink at this family-friendly event, with lots of activities for all ages. Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds, 1450 Generals Hwy., Crownsville, MD. 11 […]

Spring on King in Malvern

Downtown Malvern King Street, Malvern

Enjoy fun on King Street with food trucks, musicians, circus performers, a beer garden with live music, kids activities such as balloon animal artists and face painters, and characters walking […]

Delaware Museum of Nature & Science—May the Fourth Be With You

Delaware Museum of Nature & Science 4840 Kennett Pk., Wilmington

Explore science from throughout the Star Wars universe, including robotics and characters from the 501st Legion. Dress as your favorite Star Wars-inspired character and enter the costume contest for a […]