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“The Mountaintop” at Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center 226 N. High St., West ChesterHedgerow Theatre Company Presents Ngozi Anyanwu’s “Good Grief”
Hedgerow Theatre 64 Rose Valley Theatre, Rose Valley“Seventeen Men” at Chester County History Center
Chester County History Center 225 North High Street, West ChesterSALT Performing Arts Presents “High School Musical”
SALT Performing Arts 1685 Art School Rd, Chester Springs“Sister Act” at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre 510 Centerville Rd., LancasterPoint Entertainment Presents at The Colonial Theatre
The Colonial Theatre 227 Bridge St., PhoenixvilleImmaculata Symphony Children’s Concert — The Composer is Dead
Alumnae Hall, Immaculata University King Rd., MalvernWeek of Events
Flight on Ice
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 […]
Winter Wonder at Longwood Gardens
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.
“Mamma Mia” at The Candlelight Theatre
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.
Winter Park at The Creamery
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 […]
“The Mountaintop” at Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
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.
The Keswick Theatre Presents
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. […]
At The Grand in Wilmington
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 […]
“Junie B. Jones: The Musical, Jr.” at Media Theatre
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.
Brandywine River Museum of Art
“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.
Hedgerow Theatre Company Presents Ngozi Anyanwu’s “Good Grief”
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” at Chester County History Center
“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.
Longwood Gardens Indoor Performance Series
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.
Disney 100 — The Exhibition
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.
SALT Performing Arts Presents “High School Musical”
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.
“Our Red Planet” at Delaware Art Museum
“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.
“Thurgood” at People’s Light
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.
Philly Home + Garden Show
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.
“Sister Act” at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
Based on the musical comedy movie. 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-898- 1900; DutchApple.com.
Point Entertainment Presents at The Colonial Theatre
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.
Restaurant Week in West Chester
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.
The Atlantic City Boat Show
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.
Longwood Gardens Indoor Performance Series
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.
“The Wiz” at Fulton Theatre
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.
At The Grand in Wilmington
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 […]
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
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. […]
American Music Theatre
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 […]
Philadelphia Flower Show — The Garden Electric
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 […]
Delaware Mineralogical Society’s Earth Science Gem and Mineral Show
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.
Immaculata Symphony Children’s Concert — The Composer is Dead
Immaculata Symphony Children’s Concert — The Composer is Dead
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.
Brandywine Zoo Little Nature Explorers
Brandywine Zoo Little Nature Explorers
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.
Wellington Square Bookshop NonFiction Book Club
Wellington Square Bookshop NonFiction Book Club
“The Six” by Laura Thompson, 7 pm. 549 Wellington Sq., Exton. WellingtonSquareBooks.com.
DE Art Museum Jazz Series Hosted by Raye Jones Avery: An Evening with Dave and Alex Posmontier
DE Art Museum Jazz Series Hosted by Raye Jones Avery: An Evening with Dave and Alex Posmontier
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.
“Wired” at David Katz Gallery
“Wired” at David Katz Gallery
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 […]