This pop-up outdoor “real” ice skating rink brings a season full of family fun, including ice skating sessions, fire pit lounge areas, heated private event tents, nightly programming featuring local entertainers and DJs, theme nights and food and beverages. A portion of proceeds are donated to the Delaware County Veterans Memorial Association. 4901 West Chester […]
Explore the Conservatory’s soaring baskets and lush planting beds. Enjoy a performance of jazz, classical and organ music. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. Daily 10 to 5, closed Tues. $16–$30. 610-388-1000; LongwoodGardens.org.
Nonstop laughs, heartwarming characters and explosive dance numbers propel this enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship. 2208 Millers Rd., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-475-2313; CandlelightTheatreDelaware.org.
This is a fictional reimagination of the evening of April 3, 1968, when Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his famous speech and a poetic and gripping inspiration from Memphis-born playwright, journalist and actress, Katori Hall. 226 N. High St., West Chester. Times and tickets, 610-356-2787; UptownWestChester.org.
There’s still time to visit this exciting, new outdoor family-friendly ice rink at The Creamery, a community gathering space for the whole family in the heart of Kennett Square. The rink features Glice — synthetic ice known for its authentic skating performance. 401 Birch St., Kennett Square. Open Fri., 4:30 to 9 p.m.; Sat., 12:30 […]
Feb. 3, Shangela; Feb. 10, Steve Treviño; Feb. 11, Who’s Bad (Ultimate Michael Jackson Tribute); Feb. 17, The Winery Dogs; Feb. 18, The Spinners; Feb. 24, Vic DiBitetto; Feb. 25, Shawn Colvin, Marc Cohn, Sarah Jarosz; Feb. 26, Bored Teachers; Mar. 3, K. Michelle, I’m The Problem Tour; Mar. 4, The Moody Blues’ John Lodge. […]
Feb. 3, David Bromberg Quintet; Feb. 4, Popovich Pet Theatre at Copeland Hall; Feb. 4, Mandy Patinkin in Concert at The Playhouse; Feb. 9, On A Winter’s Night; Feb. 10, Jim Brickman Across America; Mar. 2, Classic Albums Live Presents “Dark Side of the Moon” at Copeland Hall; Mar. 2, The Hot Sardines at Baby […]
Join Junie B. on her first day of first grade, where many changes are in store. 104 E. State St., Media. Sat–Sun, 11:30. $17–$22. 610-891-0100; MediaTheatre.org.
“Home Places: Andrew Wyeth and the Architecture of Chadds Ford.” 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford. Wed–Mon, 10 to 4. $6–$18. Brandywine.org.
A regional premiere coming-of-self story that travels between 1992 and 2005. 64 Rose Valley Rd., Media. Times and tickets, HedgerowTheatre.org.
“Seventeen Men” — an exhibit discovering the men of the U.S. Colored Troops and their role in the Union Army during the Civil War. 225 N. High St., West Chester. Tues–Sat, 9:30 to 4:30. $5–$8. MyCCHC.org.
Feb. 10, Emi Ferguson and Ruckus; Feb. 17, organist Paul Jacobs; Feb. 24, From Beet to Bird, comparing and contrasting the genius of Beethoven and Charlie “Bird” Parker; Feb. 26, organist Tyrone Whiting. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. LongwoodGardens.org.
All the hits you want to see and hear from the movie. Fun for the whole family. 1645 Art School Rd., Chester Springs. Times and tickets, 610-488-2585; SALTPA.com.
Created for the 100-year celebration of The Walt Disney Company, the world premiere exhibition will feature rarely seen original artworks and artifacts, costumes and props and other memorabilia. Franklin Institute, 222 N. 20th St., Philadelphia. Daily 9:30 to 5. $25. FI.edu.
“Our Red Planet” an exhibition by Anna Bogatin Ott. 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.
With a career spanning nearly six decades, Thurgood Marshall devoted his life to the pursuit of a more just world. 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern. Times and tickets, 610-644-3500; PeoplesLight.org.
Visitors will find fresh inspiration, helpful tips, innovative products and fantastic deals on remodeling, home improvement, decor and outdoor spaces from hundreds of experts. Greater Phila. Expo Center, 100 Station Ave., Oaks. Fri, 11 to 8; Sat, 10 to 8; Sun, 10 to 6. $10–$12. PhillyHomeAndGarden.com.
Based on the musical comedy movie. 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-898- 1900; DutchApple.com.
Feb. 26, Jorma Kaukonen is one of the founders of the “San Francisco sound” and founding member of Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna. Mar. 5, Killer Queen: A Tribute to Queen. 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville. For times and tickets, 610-917-1228; TheColonialTheatre.com.
This fun-filled week is the perfect opportunity to support your favorite restaurant or explore someplace new. Participating locations will offer special prix fixe, multi-course menus at $30, $40 or $50 per person. With 18 different participating restaurants, there's something for everyone. For more and a list of participating places, visit DowntownWestChester.com/RestaurantWeek.
This is an exciting murder mystery, based on the book by Lemony Snicket. Join the Inspector as he interrogates all the unusual suspects in each section of the orchestra. You’ll be guessing who is responsible until the very end. Immaculata Univ., Alumnae Hall, 1145 W. King Rd., Immaculata. 3 pm. $10. Facebook.com/ImmaculataSymphony.
Celebrate life on the water. Climb aboard hundreds of boats for every budget and lifestyle. Atlantic City Convention Center, 1 Convention Blvd., Atlantic City, NJ. Wed–Fri, noon to 8; Sat, 10 to 8; Sun, 10 to 6. $20. ACBoatShow.com.
Children ages 2–5 and their guardians can come mornings to the nature playground for a 5-week series about animals, weather and nature play. Each class includes singing, a storybook and nature-based, child-directed activities. 1001 N. Park Dr., Wilmington. 9:15. $9. BrandywineZoo.org.
Mar. 2, Danú; Mar. 10, Darlingside; Mar. 12, Andrew Paulson; Mar. 19, Curtis Student Recitals; Mar. 24, Joey Alexander. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. LongwoodGardens.org.
Ease on Down the Road with Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man and Lion with a 1970s funkadelic twist. The Fulton, 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397-7425; TheFulton.org.
“The Six” by Laura Thompson, 7 pm. 549 Wellington Sq., Exton. WellingtonSquareBooks.com.
The Delaware Art Museum’s new Jazz Series includes an artist chat and refreshments available for purchase. 2301 Kentmere Pkwy., Wilmington. 7 pm. $25. DelArt.org.
Mar. 3, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue; Mar. 5, Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy, Copeland Hall; Mar. 5, David Wilcox, Baby Grand; Mar. 7, Karan Casey; Mar. 9, Lúnasa, Copeland Hall; Mar. 7, Karan Casey; Mar. 9, Lúnasa, Copeland Hall; Mar. 9, Red Baraat Festival of Colors, The Baby Grand; Mar. 10, The Weight Band […]
Mar. 3, WCU Wells School of Music presents Sounds of the Caribbean; Mar. 4, Kulu Mele African Dance & Drum Ensemble; Mar. 16, Live and Unplugged Nirvana Tribute; Mar. 17, Cormorant’s Fancy; Mar. 18, Sweet Baby James Tribute; Mar. 24, Sharon Sable sings “The Music of Blossom Dearie;” Mar. 30, Tito Puente Jr. 226 N. […]
Mar. 3, Newsboys with Adam Agee; Mar. 5, The Simon & Garfunkel Story; Mar. 9, Brit Floyd; Mar. 11, The Oak Ridge Boys; Mar. 12, Il Dino; Mar. 17, Diamond Rio; Mar. 18, Little River Band; Mar. 19, Mark Lowry; Mar. 24, Tusk: Fleetwood Mac Tribute; Apr. 1, Herman’s Hermits with Peter Noone. 2425 Lincoln […]
Artist David Katz presents a new series of paintings, "Wired," offering a unique series of views of the skies in Southern Chester County. 25% of proceeds will be donated to the Friends Association, a 200-year-old Chester County nonprofit focused on solutions to family homelessness. David Katz Gallery, 128 E. Gay St., West Chester. 5 to […]
The flower show returns indoors this year with stunning displays by the world's premier floral and landscape designers. This year's theme brings the electrifying presence of today's most dynamic designers of floral arrangements, lush gardens and landscapes. Special events include a mini music festival, Kids Cocoon, Fido Friday, Family Frolic, Butterflies Live and more. PA […]
The show features exhibits of mineral, lapidary and fossil specimens, fine dealers of minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry and lapidary supplies, demonstrations and a children’s table. DoubleTree by Hilton, 4727 Concord Pk., Wilmington. Sat, 10 to 5; Sun, 11 to 5. $3–$6. DMSRocks.org.
Mar. 5, Carla Morrison; Mar. 7, Jerry Harrison & Adrian Belew; Mar. 9, Maxim Galkin; Mar. 10, Hits! The Musical; Mar. 11, The Doo Wop Project; Mar. 14, New Found Glory: Leanna Firestone; Mar. 15, Gaelic Storm & The High Kings; Mar. 16, Red Hot Chili Pipers; Mar. 17, Steel Panther; Mar. 22, The Irish […]
The Tony-nominated musical is the story of love, adventure and crime that captured the attention of an entire country. 104 E. State St., Media. Times and tickets, 610-891-0100; MediaTheatre.org.
The Saturday Club has partnered with Greystone Needlepoint for a fun get-together. New and seasoned stitchers are welcome. Drinks and light bites will be provided. Saturday Club, 117 W. Wayne Ave., Wayne. Doors open at 6:30 pm. Registration required. SaturdayClub.org/Needlepoint.
Pet lovers unite to enjoy a weekend of activites and exhibits such as the Beyond Imagination Alpaca Ranch, Johnny Peers and the Muttville Comix, Rabbit Hopping, the International Cat Show, Dog Agility Course and much more. Greater Phila. Expo Center, 100 Station Ave., Oaks. Fri, 4 to 9 (12 and under are free); Sat, 10 […]
Featuring Walton’s Suite from Henry V, Vaughan Williams’ The Lark Ascending and Elgar’s Enigma Variations. First Presbyterian Church, 140 E. Orange St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-291-6440; LancasterSymphony.org.
Showcasing the abstract mixed-media work of Jill Pearson, alcohol inks by Nina Yocom and both gouache and mosaic work by Ivy Egger. Mar. 11, opening reception, 6:30–7:30. Open Mon.–Fri., 9 am to 9 pm; Sat., 9 am to 4 pm. Darlington Arts Center, 977 Shavertown Rd., Garnet Valley. DarlingtonArts.org.
Children up to age 12 and their families can participate in an activity that explores a new medium or technique each month from a professional teaching artist. 2301 Kentmere Pkwy., Wilmington. 10, 11, noon. $5. DelArt.org.
Enjoy more than 2,000 years of dance, music, songs and culture from pre-Celtic times to modern-day sounds. It's full of flailing feet and fiddles, futuristic dances, eye-catching lighting and costumes, sensational sound effects and is one of the top three Irish step dance shows in the world. Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, University Ave. & […]
“This is Happiness” by Niall Williams, Wed, 2 pm; Thurs, 2 & 7 pm. 549 Wellington Sq., Exton. WellingtonSquareBooks.com.
Mar. 16, Loudon Wainwright III and Tom Rush with Matt Nakoa; Mar. 25, Al Stewart with his band, The Empty Pockets; Apr. 2, The Rush Tribute Project. 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville. Times and tickets, 610-917-1228; TheColonialTheatre.com.
This show has been in existence since the mid-1960s and is still going strong, offering over 70 dealers in 10,000 square feet at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Ave., Oaks. Sat, 9 to 5; Sun, 11 to 4. $6–$7. AntiquesAtKimberton.com.
Described as “Seinfeld set to music,” it explores the journey from dating to love to marriage. 2208 Millers Rd., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-475-2313; CandlelightTheatreDelaware.org.
Fiction Book Group: Mar. 21 “Still Life” by Sarah Winman. Join on Zoom, 1 pm. NonFiction Book Group: Mar. 30, “Shy” by Mary Rodgers, 7 pm. Temp. location, 122 E. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. MainPointBooks.com.
Families and community members engage in fun activities including the discovery of live "stream bugs" (aquatic macroinvertebrates), stream ecology videos, a bilingual (Spanish and English) reading of the "Creek Critters" children's picture book and an electrofishing demonstration in White Clay Creek. 970 Spencer Rd., Avondale. 4:30 to 7:30. Free. Pre-registration requested. StroudCenter.org.
Key Financial, Inc. will be hosting a free document shredding event at their West Chester office. Open to anyone who is looking to dispose of their confidential paper documents in a secure manner. No flash drives, CDs or bound documents can be accepted — only single-sheet paper documents held together with paper clips or staples […]
Shop antiques, collectibles, vintage fashions, jewelry, textiles, vinyl, art and more. 260 Swedesford Rd., Berwyn. Sat–Sun, 9 to 4. 215-625-3532; PhilaFleaMarkets.org.
Held onsite and virtual, this community-led event meets monthly to discuss, debate, celebrate and share works of fiction and nonfiction. 2301 Kentmere Pkwy., Wilmington. 6 to 8 pm. Free. DelArt.org.
Radnor Recreation invites teens, (12 and up) to participate in a flashlight egg hunt along a portion of the Radnor Trail. Event hub and parking at Wayne Art Center, 413 Maplewood Ave., Wayne. Win special prizes, play games and enjoy snacks and goodies. Pre-registration req. 8 pm. Free. Rain date, April 1. Visit RadnorRecreation.com.
Based on the 1984 movie. 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-898-1900; DutchApple.com.
Apr. 1, Spring Raffle Basket Fundraiser; Apr. 16, Luxury Designer Bag Bingo; Apr. 21, Friday Night Cash Bingo; Apr. 22, Sportsman Bingo; Apr. 29, Kid’s Bingo with Magic Show from Ran’D Shine. Events held at 799 State St., Pottstown. Times and tickets, TransplantAlliance.org.
Echoes, the American Pink Floyd. 226 N. High St., West Chester. Times and tickets, UptownWestChester.org.
Apr. 1, Kat Edmonson; Apr. 13, Trio Mediæval; Apr. 15, Open Organ Console Day; Apr. 16, organist Seung Hee Cho; Apr. 22, Lyric Fest presents The Metamorphoses of Plants; Apr. 28, organist Raúl Prieto Ramírez. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. Times and tickets, LongwoodGardens.org.
Apr. 1, The Mavericks; Apr. 6, The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA; Apr. 8, Sonja Morgan; Apr. 14, Bruce- O-Rama; Apr. 15, Floyd Nation; Apr. 16, Napoleon Dynamite Live; Apr. 19, Judy Collins and Madeleine Peyroux performing with a 35-piece symphony orchestra; Apr. 21, Back to the ‘80s Show With Jessie’s Girl; Apr. 27, Star […]
The races signify the beginning of spring and are a family tradition. Enjoy lots of activities for kids and great raffle prizes. Myrick Conservation Center, Rt. 842 between Unionville and West Chester. Gates open at 10 am, first race at 11. $20 per carload. BrandywineRedClay.org.
Apr. 1, Leo Kottke; Apr. 7, Yamato; Apr. 13, Rain: A Tribute to The Beatles at The Playhouse; Apr. 13, Raul Midón at The Baby Grand; Apr. 14, Paula Poundstone; Apr. 16, Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives; Apr. 22, Jim Messina; May 4, Graham Parker, May 5, Vic DiBitetto; May 6, Jay Ungar & […]
The hunt features two different age groups: one for children 2–5 and another for children 6–9. They’ll be searching for more than 5,000 eggs filled with candy and toys as well as raffle tickets for prizes. 100 S. Brandywine St,. West Chester. 10 am. West-Chester.com.
An evening of responsible adult fun as you taste unique craft brews among the historic trains in the Museum’s Rolling Stock Hall. Benefits the Museum. 300 Gap Rd., Strasburg. 5:30 to 9. $40–$50. RailsAndAles.org.
Make a Splash as you JUMP! back into the swing of things and help support Willowdale's beneficiaries, Stroud Water Research Center and Penn Vet's New Bolton Center. Enjoy a DJ and dancing, an open bar, great food, an oyster bar and a silent auction. Yellow House, 101 E. Street Rd., Kennett Square. 8 to 11 […]
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