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Morris Arboretum Presents Garden Railway: Dinos!
Morris Arboretum 100 E. Northwestern Ave., PhiladelphiaWeek of Events
The Franklin Institute Presents “The Art of the Brick”
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.
Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport
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.
Morris Arboretum Presents Garden Railway: Dinos!
Dinosaurs made out of natural materials are displayed on more than 15 different rail lines. The display includes triceratops, and velociraptor, as well as other Mesozoic creatures. 100 E. Northwestern Ave., Philadelphia. Mon–Fri, 10 to 5; Sat–Sun, 9 to 5. $10–$20. MorrisArboretum.org.
Kutztown Folk Festival
The festival provides insight into the traditions of the Pennsylvania Dutch and their way of life. Children’s activities, great food and a large quilt sale and auction. Kutztown Fairgrounds, 225 N. White Oak St., Kutztown. Daily 9 to 6. KutztownFestival.com.
Media Theatre Presents “Tuck Everlasting: The Musical”
Based on the bestselling children’s classic by Natalie Babbitt, Tuck Everlasting features a soaring score from Chris Miller and Nathan Tysen. 104 E. State St., Media. Fri–Sat, 7 pm; Sun, 3 pm. $19– $25. MediaTheatre.org.
Annual Goschenhoppen Folk Festival
Experience authentic Pennsylvania German folklife from the 18th–19th centuries. Visit with friendly farm animals, take wagon rides on a horse-drawn wagon and enjoy traditional tasty refreshments. Henry Antes Plantation, 318 Colonial Rd., Perkiomenville. Fri, noon to 8 pm; Sat, 10 to 6. $4–$15. Goschenhoppen.org.
Pirates and Wenches Weekend in Rock Hall, MD
Bring your boat and anchor out on the Chesapeake Bay. There’s plenty of live entertainment and pirate performers, costume contests, treasure hunts, kids activities, pirate ghost tours, rum tastings, the Buccaneer’s Ball and more merriment on Main Street. Rock Hall, MD. Visit RockHallPirates.com.
West Chester Railroad Summer Picnic Special
West Chester Railroad Summer Picnic Special
Enjoy a train ride from West Chester to Glen Mills and return on a warm summer afternoon. Pack a lunch to have during our stop at the Glen Mills train station picnic grove. 230 E. Market St., West Chester. Noon. $25. WCRailroad.com.
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Steamin’ Days at Auburn Heights
Steamin’ Days at Auburn Heights
Climb into an antique automobile or board one of the trains and experience what it was like to travel at the turn of the 20th century. Tour the 1897 mansion that was home to three generations of the Marshall family. 3000 Creek Rd., Hockessin DE. 12:30 to 4:30. $8–$15. AuburnHeights.org.
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Touch A Truck Day — Night Out Against Crime
Touch A Truck Day — Night Out Against Crime
Emergency responders are on hand (ambulances, fire trucks, police cars) as well as games, rides, food trucks, face painting and more. WC Henderson High School, 400 Montgomery Ave. 6 to 8 pm. West-Chester.com.
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Sip & Stroll at Brandywine Zoo
Sip & Stroll at Brandywine Zoo
Go a little wild at the family-friendly event. You’ll sip, stroll and learn while enjoying beer and touring the zoo after hours. Fun animal encounters and activities for all ages. Limited number of tickets. Beer sold separately. Brandywine Park, 1001 N. Park Dr. 5 to 7. BrandywineZoo.org.
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95th Annual Old Fiddler’s Picnic
95th Annual Old Fiddler’s Picnic
Explore the entertainment, food trucks, kids activities and crafts by dancing the day away at this event held at Hibernia Park, 1 Park Rd., Coatesville. 10 to 4. Free. BrandywineValley.com.