Mar. 1–July 27, “Inked Impressions: Etchings in the Age of Whistler.” Mar. 15–Sept. 7, “Marisol to Warhol: Printmaking and Creative Collaboration.” 2301 Kentmere Pkwy., Wilmington. Wed, 10 to 4; Thurs, 10 to 8; Fri–Sun, 10 to 4. $6–$12, Sun, free. 302-571-9590; DelArt.org.
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Apr. 3–Aug. 2, “The Rise and Fall of Miss Fannie’s Biscuits.” Apr. 12–Oct. 18, Ryan & Friends: Lifetime of Laughter. 2760 #A Old Philadelphia Pk., Bird-in-Hand. Times and tickets, 717-768-1568; Bird-In-Hand.com/Stage. Apr. 11–May 11, “Anastasia: The Musical.” June 13–July 20, “Cats.” 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397-7425; TheFulton.org. Revisit nature and revel in brilliant blooms to stunning vistas from the Conservatory Overlook as you watch dancing fountains. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. Thurs–Sat, 9:15 pm. $18–$25. 610-388-1000; LongwoodGardens.org. Through June 15, “Andrew Wyeth: Human Nature.” Through July 13, “Tell me a Story Where the Bad Girl Wins: The Life and Art of Barbara Shermund.” Through Sept. 7, “This Earthen Door: Nature as Muse and Material.” Through Sept. 28, “Andrew Wyeth at Kuerner Farm: The Eye of the Earth.” 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds […] Gather your family or closest friends and visit 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. June 6, Both Sides Now: the music and lives of Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen; June 7, The Taylor Swift Experience; June 26, The Allman Betts Band; June 30, Diana Krall. 818 N. Market St., Wilmington. Visit website for more. TheGrandWilmington.org. This popular Delco tradition offers everything from Classical to Cajun, Motown to Broadway, Doo Wop to Rock & Pop. Visit website for concerts. Rose Tree Park, Rt. 252 & Providence Rd., Upper Providence. Free. DelcoPA.gov/Departments/Parks/SummerFestival.html. The theater will be transformed into an abandoned amusement park that will surround the audience, delivering Andrew Lloyd Webber’s classic in a magical new light. 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397-7425; TheFulton.org. Follow an unfortunate florist who unwittingly cultivates a singing botanical menace. 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern. Times and tickets, PeoplesLight.org. Dine outside or enjoy a drink with friends, explore the boutiques and retail stores or take in a show. Road closed on 100 and 200 blocks of Bridge St. from 4 pm Fri through 7 am Mon. Fri, 4 to 10; Sat–Sun, 7 am to 10 pm. PhoenixvilleFirst.org. Four blocks of Gay Street (from Matlack to Darlington Street) are closed to vehicles so everyone can enjoy al fresco dining and shopping. Gay Street will be shut down for the Open-Air Market every weekend (Fri morning through Mon morning). DowntownWestChester.com. Enjoy traditional pipe bands and Celtic rock bands. Savor delicious Celtic cuisine, fresh brewed ales, wines, ciders and more. Mount Hope Estate & Winery, 2775 Lebanon Rd., Manheim. Fri night concert, at 5, $29.95; Sat–Sun, gates open at 11 am, $13.95–$33.95. PARenFaire.com. Spectators picnic and tailgate at the grounds. 232 Polo Rd., Toughkenamon. Friday Twilight Polo—gates open at 5; match at 5:30. Sun, gates open at 1:30; match at 3, $15–$20. Canceled for rain or extreme heat. 610-268-8692; BrandywinePolo.com. June 15, Greaseband; June 29, Jess Zimmerman Band. Concerts through Aug. 24. Food trucks and 50/50 raffle at concerts. Albert C. Miller Memorial Park, 220 Miller Way, Exton. 6 pm. Free. WestWhiteland.org. June 22, The Chatterband; June 29, The Sam Stinson Band. Bring dry goods for West Chester Food Cupboard. West Goshen Community Park, N. Five Points and Fern Hill Rds., West Chester. Concerts through Aug. 24. 6:30. Free. WestGoshen.org. |
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July 1, Find Waldo opening event. Book Launch: “The Unraveling of Julia” by Lisa Scottoline, 7 pm. Fiction Book Group: July 15, “The Postcard” by Anne Berest, 1 pm. NonFiction Book Group: July 31, “Miracles and Wonder: The Historical Mystery of Jesus” by Elaine Pagels, 7 pm. 116 N. Wayne Ave., Wayne. MainPointBooks.com. |
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Classics Book Club: July 2, “Waiting for Godot: A Tragicomedy in Two Acts” by Samuel Beckett, 2 pm. NonFiction Book Group: July 3, “Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder” by Salman Rushdie, 7 pm. Fiction Book Group: July 16 & 17, “Go as River” by Shelley Read, Wed, 2 pm; Thurs, 2 & 7 pm. […] Stroll. Shop. Dine. Restaurants set up tables on State Street, which is closed from Jackson to Orange, for this summer-long outdoor dining event. Check VisitMediaPA.com for participating restaurants. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com. Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour to unwind with friends every Wednesday, 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations offer select $5 beers, $6 wines and $7 cocktails plus half-price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations. Bring the whole family and a picnic for summer fun in a beautiful outdoor setting. Or sample local food trucks. Dogfish Head craft beer and Woodside Farm Creamery ice cream are available for purchase. 200 Hagley Creek Rd., Wilmington. 5 to 8 pm. $5. Hagley.org. |
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1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. LongwoodGardens.org. July 3, Lotus with Circles Around the Sun & Ghost-Note; July 5, Indigo Girls with Dar Williams and The Milk Carton Kids; July 6, Railroad Earth, Yonder Mountain String Band, Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country; July 10, Dawes with Phosphorescent: July 11, The Legendary Wailers with Junior Marvin; July 19, Trevor Hall; July 23, The High […] Classics Book Club: July 2, “Waiting for Godot: A Tragicomedy in Two Acts” by Samuel Beckett, 2 pm. NonFiction Book Group: July 3, “Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder” by Salman Rushdie, 7 pm. Fiction Book Group: July 16 & 17, “Go as River” by Shelley Read, Wed, 2 pm; Thurs, 2 & 7 pm. […] 1165 Wilmington Pk., West Chester. Thurs, 9 to 6, Fri, 9 to 8, Sat. 8 to 4. 610-492-5700; WestChesterAmishMarket.com. Eagleview Town Center, Wellington Square, Exton. Thurs. 3 to 7. 610-836-1391; GrowingRootsPartners.com Summer series features live music, local brews, lawn games, wine, cocktails and food vendors. 2301 Kentmere Pkwy. N. Terrace, Copeland Sculpture Garden, Wilmington. 5 to 7:30 pm. Free. DelArt.org. |
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Phila. Museum of Art, 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy. July4thPhilly.com. Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park on the Riverfront. InWilmDE.com/Events. A community tradition for almost 50 years, the day begins with neighborhood relays in the morning, the parade in the afternoon and an amazing fireworks display at dusk. Visit website for details, Hockessin4th.org. Community Park, between Windsor, N. Wynnewood & Haverford Aves. NarberthFireworks.org. Start the day with the Run for Life (5K, 10K & 15K) and 5K Freedom Walk at 8 am. Then enjoy fabulous food, crafts, music, bike decorating and lots of other fun activities, all benefiting area emergency providers. Fireworks at dusk. GoodNeighborDay.com. Dine outside or enjoy a drink with friends, explore the boutiques and retail stores or take in a show. Road closed on 100 and 200 blocks of Bridge St. from 4 pm Fri through 7 am Mon. Fri, 4 to 10; Sat–Sun, 7 am to 10 pm. PhoenixvilleFirst.org. Four blocks of Gay Street (from Matlack to Darlington Street) are closed to vehicles so everyone can enjoy al fresco dining and shopping. Gay Street will be shut down for the Open-Air Market every weekend (Fri morning through Mon morning). DowntownWestChester.com. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com. Decorate your bikes and floats to ride in this year’s parade. Registration and start are at Rosemont Business Campus, 919 Conestoga Rd., Bryn Mawr, at 9:30 am. The parade ends at Clem Macrone Park, where there will be entertainment, refreshments and games. GarrettHillPA.com. Create new memories at this celebration featuring entertainment, a baby parade, Kids Zone, a dance party, great food and more. Rain date July 5. Lititz Springs Park, 24 Broad St., Lititz. 9:30 am. $8–$20. Lititz4thOfJuly.com. |
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July 5, Dirk Quinn Band; July 12, Riot Act: A Tribute to Pearl Jam; July 19, Street Survivors: A Lynyrd Skynyrd Experience; July 26, Tray Wellington Band. 102 Sycamore Alley, Kennett Square. Visit website for more. Times and tickets, 484-732-8295; KennettFlash.org. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com. Warren Ave. & Roberts Rd., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com. Log Cabin Field, Kerr Park, Pennsylvania Ave., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com |
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Enjoy a train ride from West Chester to Glen Mills and return on a 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. 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. Spectators picnic and tailgate at the grounds. 232 Polo Rd., Toughkenamon. Friday Twilight Polo—gates open at 5; match at 5:30. Sun, gates open at 1:30; match at 3, $15–$20. Canceled for rain or extreme heat. 610-268-8692; BrandywinePolo.com. |
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There’s fun for the whole family with rides, food and a beer garden. Levante Brewing, Locust Lane Craft Brewery and Epicurean Garage will be pouring and mixing their handcrafted brews and cocktails at a beer garden featuring Tito’s Handmade Vodka. SALT Performing Arts and School of Rock Downingtown will perform, and carnival rides and amusements […] |
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Stroll. Shop. Dine. Restaurants set up tables on State Street, which is closed from Jackson to Orange, for this summer-long outdoor dining event. Check VisitMediaPA.com for participating restaurants. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com. Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour to unwind with friends every Wednesday, 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations offer select $5 beers, $6 wines and $7 cocktails plus half-price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations. Bring the whole family and a picnic for summer fun in a beautiful outdoor setting. Or sample local food trucks. Dogfish Head craft beer and Woodside Farm Creamery ice cream are available for purchase. 200 Hagley Creek Rd., Wilmington. 5 to 8 pm. $5. Hagley.org. |
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1165 Wilmington Pk., West Chester. Thurs, 9 to 6, Fri, 9 to 8, Sat. 8 to 4. 610-492-5700; WestChesterAmishMarket.com. Eagleview Town Center, Wellington Square, Exton. Thurs. 3 to 7. 610-836-1391; GrowingRootsPartners.com July 10, Family Fun Night—special evening hours with a reduced admission fee of $2. Enjoy $1 hot dogs and $1 soft drinks. July 24, Aug, 21, Sept. 25, Sip & Stroll—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 […] Summer series features live music, local brews, lawn games, wine, cocktails and food vendors. 2301 Kentmere Pkwy. N. Terrace, Copeland Sculpture Garden, Wilmington. 5 to 7:30 pm. Free. DelArt.org. |
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A weekend of events surrounding the classic film “The Blob,” including a street fair, costume contest, marathons, the Blob Ball and, of course, the screening and run-out of the theater, Benefits the theater. 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville. TheColonialTheatre.com/Blobfest. July 11, Foghat; July 15, Ryan Adams; July 18, Hugo: tribute to Journey; July 20, Maybe I’m Amazed: tribute to Paul McCartney; July 25, Tusk: tribute to Fleetwood Mac; July 31, Happy Together Tour 2025. 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. Visit website for more. KeswickTheatre.com. July 11, Terry Fator: On the Road Again; July 12, The Association & The Buckinghams; July 13, Straight No Chaser; July 18, Eaglemania; July 25, Journey from the Heart. 2425 Lincoln Hwy. E., Lancaster. Times and tickets, AMTShows.com. Four blocks of Gay Street (from Matlack to Darlington Street) are closed to vehicles so everyone can enjoy al fresco dining and shopping. Gay Street will be shut down for the Open-Air Market every weekend (Fri morning through Mon morning). DowntownWestChester.com. Dine outside or enjoy a drink with friends, explore the boutiques and retail stores or take in a show. Road closed on 100 and 200 blocks of Bridge St. from 4 pm Fri through 7 am Mon. Fri, 4 to 10; Sat–Sun, 7 am to 10 pm. PhoenixvilleFirst.org. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com. Spectators picnic and tailgate at the grounds. 232 Polo Rd., Toughkenamon. Friday Twilight Polo—gates open at 5; match at 5:30. Sun, gates open at 1:30; match at 3, $15–$20. Canceled for rain or extreme heat. 610-268-8692; BrandywinePolo.com. July 11, Ensemble Novo-Brazilian Samba & Bossa Nova; Aug. 1, Little Red Rooster West Coast Jump Blues. Community Center, Monroe St. between 3rd and 4th Sts., Media. 6 to 8 pm. MediaArtsCouncil.org. |
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July 12, “Late Nite Catechism,” 3 pm. Aug. 2 & 3, “The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical,” Sat, Sun, 2:30; Sat, 7:30. 818 N. Market St., Wilmington. Tickets, TheGrandWilmington.org. Apr. 26, VolksFest 2025; May 24 & 25, FlavorFest at Mount Hope; June 27–29, Celtic Fling & Highland Games; July 12, 16th Annual Blues & Brews at Mount Hope. 2775 Lebanon Rd., Manheim. Times and tickets, PARenFaire.com. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com. Warren Ave. & Roberts Rd., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com. Log Cabin Field, Kerr Park, Pennsylvania Ave., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com |
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Enjoy a train ride from West Chester to Glen Mills and return on a 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. Spectators picnic and tailgate at the grounds. 232 Polo Rd., Toughkenamon. Friday Twilight Polo—gates open at 5; match at 5:30. Sun, gates open at 1:30; match at 3, $15–$20. Canceled for rain or extreme heat. 610-268-8692; BrandywinePolo.com. July 13, The Malarkey Brothers; July 27, A Capella Pops. Bring dry goods for West Chester Food Cupboard. West Goshen Community Park, N. Five Points and Fern Hill Rds., West Chester. Concerts through Aug. 24. 6:30. Free. WestGoshen.org. |
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A Malvern tradition with rides, games, food, bands, fireworks and every night is a Family Night. Monument Grounds, 550 Monument Ave., Malvern. Daily 6 to 10 pm. MalvernFireCo.com. July 1, Find Waldo opening event. Book Launch: “The Unraveling of Julia” by Lisa Scottoline, 7 pm. Fiction Book Group: July 15, “The Postcard” by Anne Berest, 1 pm. NonFiction Book Group: July 31, “Miracles and Wonder: The Historical Mystery of Jesus” by Elaine Pagels, 7 pm. 116 N. Wayne Ave., Wayne. MainPointBooks.com. |
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Classics Book Club: July 2, “Waiting for Godot: A Tragicomedy in Two Acts” by Samuel Beckett, 2 pm. NonFiction Book Group: July 3, “Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder” by Salman Rushdie, 7 pm. Fiction Book Group: July 16 & 17, “Go as River” by Shelley Read, Wed, 2 pm; Thurs, 2 & 7 pm. […] Stroll. Shop. Dine. Restaurants set up tables on State Street, which is closed from Jackson to Orange, for this summer-long outdoor dining event. Check VisitMediaPA.com for participating restaurants. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com. Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour to unwind with friends every Wednesday, 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations offer select $5 beers, $6 wines and $7 cocktails plus half-price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations. Bring the whole family and a picnic for summer fun in a beautiful outdoor setting. Or sample local food trucks. Dogfish Head craft beer and Woodside Farm Creamery ice cream are available for purchase. 200 Hagley Creek Rd., Wilmington. 5 to 8 pm. $5. Hagley.org. |
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Kick up some fun and enjoy concerts, exhibitions, livestock auctions, carnival rides, fair food and onsite camping. 18500 S. Dupont Hwy., Harrington, DE. 1 pm. $5–$10. DelawareStateFair.com. A bilingual musical adaptation of Shakespeare’s romantic comedy. Rockwood Park, 4651 Washington St. Extension. Times and tickets, DelShakes.org. Classics Book Club: July 2, “Waiting for Godot: A Tragicomedy in Two Acts” by Samuel Beckett, 2 pm. NonFiction Book Group: July 3, “Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder” by Salman Rushdie, 7 pm. Fiction Book Group: July 16 & 17, “Go as River” by Shelley Read, Wed, 2 pm; Thurs, 2 & 7 pm. […] 1165 Wilmington Pk., West Chester. Thurs, 9 to 6, Fri, 9 to 8, Sat. 8 to 4. 610-492-5700; WestChesterAmishMarket.com. Eagleview Town Center, Wellington Square, Exton. Thurs. 3 to 7. 610-836-1391; GrowingRootsPartners.com Summer series features live music, local brews, lawn games, wine, cocktails and food vendors. 2301 Kentmere Pkwy. N. Terrace, Copeland Sculpture Garden, Wilmington. 5 to 7:30 pm. Free. DelArt.org. July 10 & 17, Big Boy Brass Band; July 31 & Aug. 7, Chico’s Vibe; Aug. 21, Butterfoot. Marshall Square Park, 200 E. Marshall St., West Chester. 5 to 8 pm. MarshallSquarePark.org. |
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In partnership with America250 PA Chester County, volunteers can help prep and package nutritious prepared meals and sort, clean and pack fresh produce for distribution. Or help harvest fresh vegetables at either Springton Manor Farm in Glenmoore or Two Gander Farm in Downingtown. Visit VHub.At/America250PA. Winterthur celebrates American artistry and craftsmanship at this annual market with talented artisans, workshops, wine tasting and more. Rt. 52, Winterthur. Daily 10 to 4. $8–$35. Winterthur.org. There’s something for everyone at the Cecil County Fair with a carnival midway, demolition derby, tractor and truck pulls, a rodeo, cow chip toss, hay bale toss, big wheel race and more. Fair Hill Fairgrounds, 4640 Telegraph Rd., Elkton, MD. Check website for hours. $2–6. CecilCountyFair.org. Dine outside or enjoy a drink with friends, explore the boutiques and retail stores or take in a show. Road closed on 100 and 200 blocks of Bridge St. from 4 pm Fri through 7 am Mon. Fri, 4 to 10; Sat–Sun, 7 am to 10 pm. PhoenixvilleFirst.org. Four blocks of Gay Street (from Matlack to Darlington Street) are closed to vehicles so everyone can enjoy al fresco dining and shopping. Gay Street will be shut down for the Open-Air Market every weekend (Fri morning through Mon morning). DowntownWestChester.com. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com. Spectators picnic and tailgate at the grounds. 232 Polo Rd., Toughkenamon. Friday Twilight Polo—gates open at 5; match at 5:30. Sun, gates open at 1:30; match at 3, $15–$20. Canceled for rain or extreme heat. 610-268-8692; BrandywinePolo.com. July 18, Parlour Noir. July 24, Salsa Lessons in the Courtyard. Aug. 1, Jump City 8. Aug. 15, Wicked Sycamore. 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford. 6 pm. $25–$40. Brandywine.org. |
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1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. LongwoodGardens.org. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com. Warren Ave. & Roberts Rd., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com. Log Cabin Field, Kerr Park, Pennsylvania Ave., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com |
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Put on your party hats and join in for live music, food, fun and games as everyone gathers together for a parking lot barbecue. Benefits the theater. 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern. PeoplesLight.org. Enjoy a train ride from West Chester to Glen Mills and return on a 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. Celebrate 20 years of music with the Chesco Pops in this special anniversary concert. Featuring favorites from the past plus new works for the occasion. Immaculata University Alumnae Hall, Immaculata. 3 pm. $25. ChesCoPops.org. Spectators picnic and tailgate at the grounds. 232 Polo Rd., Toughkenamon. Friday Twilight Polo—gates open at 5; match at 5:30. Sun, gates open at 1:30; match at 3, $15–$20. Canceled for rain or extreme heat. 610-268-8692; BrandywinePolo.com. |
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Everything from 4-H livestock competitions to the Fair Queen competition, great food, rides and fireworks. Kimberton Fairgrounds, 762 Pike Springs Rd., Phoenixville. The Fair Midway (rides, food and games) opens at 6 pm, Mon–Fri; 4 pm on Sat. KimbertonFair.org. |
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The Big Reads Book Group: July 2, “The Road to Tender Hearts” by Annie Hartnett. International Voices Book Group: July 9, “Four Treasures of the Sky” by Jenny Tinghui Zhang. Kiss and Tell Romance Book Group: July 16, “Great Big Beautiful Life” by Emily Henry. Then and Now Book Group: July 22, “Martyr!” by Kaveh […] |
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Stroll. Shop. Dine. Restaurants set up tables on State Street, which is closed from Jackson to Orange, for this summer-long outdoor dining event. Check VisitMediaPA.com for participating restaurants. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com. Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour to unwind with friends every Wednesday, 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations offer select $5 beers, $6 wines and $7 cocktails plus half-price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
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Ret. General Bob Dees, President of the National Center for Healthy Veterans (NCHV), shares stories of resilience and real-time updates on rebuilding after a devastating fire that destroyed NCHV facilities and halted the equine therapy program. Join NCHV and Quarry View Building Group for an inspiring evening to learn more about this worthy cause and […] |
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1165 Wilmington Pk., West Chester. Thurs, 9 to 6, Fri, 9 to 8, Sat. 8 to 4. 610-492-5700; WestChesterAmishMarket.com. Eagleview Town Center, Wellington Square, Exton. Thurs. 3 to 7. 610-836-1391; GrowingRootsPartners.com July 10, Family Fun Night—special evening hours with a reduced admission fee of $2. Enjoy $1 hot dogs and $1 soft drinks. July 24, Aug, 21, Sept. 25, Sip & Stroll—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 […] Summer series features live music, local brews, lawn games, wine, cocktails and food vendors. 2301 Kentmere Pkwy. N. Terrace, Copeland Sculpture Garden, Wilmington. 5 to 7:30 pm. Free. DelArt.org. |
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Dine outside or enjoy a drink with friends, explore the boutiques and retail stores or take in a show. Road closed on 100 and 200 blocks of Bridge St. from 4 pm Fri through 7 am Mon. Fri, 4 to 10; Sat–Sun, 7 am to 10 pm. PhoenixvilleFirst.org. Four blocks of Gay Street (from Matlack to Darlington Street) are closed to vehicles so everyone can enjoy al fresco dining and shopping. Gay Street will be shut down for the Open-Air Market every weekend (Fri morning through Mon morning). DowntownWestChester.com. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com. Spectators picnic and tailgate at the grounds. 232 Polo Rd., Toughkenamon. Friday Twilight Polo—gates open at 5; match at 5:30. Sun, gates open at 1:30; match at 3, $15–$20. Canceled for rain or extreme heat. 610-268-8692; BrandywinePolo.com. July 12, Steve Forbert & The New Renditions; July 13, Trout Fishing in America; July 18, Lucy Kaplansky and Liz Longley; July 25, Cheryl Wheeler and David Wilcox; Aug. 1, Folk Fest Preview Show (free show). Concerts through Sept. 5. The Gazebo, 9 S. Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr. 7 pm. For tickets, BrynMawrTwilightConcerts.com. |
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Chester County’s Town Tours & Village Walks added a special event this year, and you can have a front row seat. The celebration beings at 10 a.m. at Thornbury Farm, 1256 Thornbury Road, West Chester, on the Brandywine Battlefield. In the afternoon there’s a procession to Marshall Square Park in West Chester, where Lafayette spoke […] Enjoy a self-guided tour through Chester County, where pond and garden enthusiasts and outdoor explorers come together to experience the beauty and tranquility of water features. This year's tour showcases over 30 stunning properties, featuring lush gardens, sparkling ponds and unique water features. Benefits Chester County Food Bank. July 26, barbecue at Turpin Landscape Design Build, […] 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com. Warren Ave. & Roberts Rd., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com. Log Cabin Field, Kerr Park, Pennsylvania Ave., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com |
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Enjoy a train ride from West Chester to Glen Mills and return on a 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. Spectators picnic and tailgate at the grounds. 232 Polo Rd., Toughkenamon. Friday Twilight Polo—gates open at 5; match at 5:30. Sun, gates open at 1:30; match at 3, $15–$20. Canceled for rain or extreme heat. 610-268-8692; BrandywinePolo.com. July 27, Local Honey; Aug. 10, Big House Band; Aug. 24, Chico’s Vibe. Food trucks and 50/50 raffle at concerts. Albert C. Miller Memorial Park, 220 Miller Way, Exton. 6 pm. Free. WestWhiteland.org. |
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An old-fashioned fair with agricultural exhibits, games of chance, amusement rides and delicious food. Check out the dog show on Mon., the goat show on Wed. and the BBQ chicken dinner on Sat. Benefits the Volunteer Goshen Fire Co. Fair Grounds, 1320 Park Ave., West Chester. Gates open 6 pm, Mon to Fri; Sat at […] |
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Stroll. Shop. Dine. Restaurants set up tables on State Street, which is closed from Jackson to Orange, for this summer-long outdoor dining event. Check VisitMediaPA.com for participating restaurants. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com. Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour to unwind with friends every Wednesday, 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations offer select $5 beers, $6 wines and $7 cocktails plus half-price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations. Bring the whole family and a picnic for summer fun in a beautiful outdoor setting. Or sample local food trucks. Dogfish Head craft beer and Woodside Farm Creamery ice cream are available for purchase. 200 Hagley Creek Rd., Wilmington. 5 to 8 pm. $5. Hagley.org. |
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A huge music festival, coming alive with the sound of all genres of music. Tickets are required for national headliners such as: Riley Green, The Black Crowes, Chicago, Third Eye Blind, Nelly… the list goes on. Enjoy great food, vendors at the Marketplace, art activities and more. Check the website for free concerts. Visit Musikfest.org […] 1165 Wilmington Pk., West Chester. Thurs, 9 to 6, Fri, 9 to 8, Sat. 8 to 4. 610-492-5700; WestChesterAmishMarket.com. Eagleview Town Center, Wellington Square, Exton. Thurs. 3 to 7. 610-836-1391; GrowingRootsPartners.com Summer series features live music, local brews, lawn games, wine, cocktails and food vendors. 2301 Kentmere Pkwy. N. Terrace, Copeland Sculpture Garden, Wilmington. 5 to 7:30 pm. Free. DelArt.org. July 10 & 17, Big Boy Brass Band; July 31 & Aug. 7, Chico’s Vibe; Aug. 21, Butterfoot. Marshall Square Park, 200 E. Marshall St., West Chester. 5 to 8 pm. MarshallSquarePark.org. |
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Grab a passport at Bookmarks, 100 E. Gay St., or any participating business in the borough, then visit the shops to find the Waldo cutout in the store. Have your card stamped or signed, collect the designated number of stamps, then bring to Bookmarks and exchange it for stickers, coupons and entries into the grand […] Aug. 1, A Journey Through Strings and Stories: Hiroya Tsukamoto; Aug. 2, Angry Young Band: Billy Joel Tribute; Aug. 9, Winslow: An Evening of the Eagles; Aug. 16, Yesterday’s Gone: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac; Aug. 23, Rust: Neil Young Tribute. 102 Sycamore Alley, Kennett Square. Visit website for more. Times and tickets, KennettFlash.org. Aug. 1, Low Cut Connie; Aug. 2, Nick Lowe & Los Straitjackets; Aug. 8, Paul Simon’s Graceland Experience ft. Bakithi Kumalo (free show); Aug. 13, Andy Frasco & The U.N.—Growing Pains Tour; Aug. 17, John Oates & The Good Road Band; Aug. 30, Splintered Sunlight: Grateful Dead Tribute (free show). Concerts through Sept. 14. Township […] Aug. 1, Britain’s Finest; Aug. 24, Jimmie Vaughan & The Tilt-A-Whirl Band; Sept. 6, Dann Pell–Songs to Ground and Uplift. 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville. Times and tickets, TheColonialTheatre.com. Your favorite characters leap off the screen and onto the stage in this fairy tale adventure based on the animation film and featuring all new songs. Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center, 226 N. High St., West Chester. Fri–Sat, 1 pm; Fri, 7 pm. $20–$25. UptownWestChester.org. Dine outside or enjoy a drink with friends, explore the boutiques and retail stores or take in a show. Road closed on 100 and 200 blocks of Bridge St. from 4 pm Fri through 7 am Mon. Fri, 4 to 10; Sat–Sun, 7 am to 10 pm. PhoenixvilleFirst.org. Four blocks of Gay Street (from Matlack to Darlington Street) are closed to vehicles so everyone can enjoy al fresco dining and shopping. Gay Street will be shut down for the Open-Air Market every weekend (Fri morning through Mon morning). DowntownWestChester.com. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com. Bring your shakers, sticks or other percussive instruments to this interactive musical program geared toward children up to age 5 and their parents or caregivers. 1829 County Line Rd., Villanova. 10:15 am. $25. NatLands.org.
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Worth a drive for this all-you-can eat feast, featuring bushels of crabs, corn, hot dogs and beef barbecue, gallons of crab soup and beverages. Navy Marine Corps Stadium, 550 Taylor Ave., Annapolis, MD. 5 to 8 pm. $40–$105. AnnapolisRotary.org. |
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July 12, “Late Nite Catechism,” 3 pm. Aug. 2 & 3, “The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical,” Sat, Sun, 2:30; Sat, 7:30. 818 N. Market St., Wilmington. Tickets, TheGrandWilmington.org. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com. Warren Ave. & Roberts Rd., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com. Log Cabin Field, Kerr Park, Pennsylvania Ave., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com |