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“Seventeen Men” at Chester County History Center
Chester County History Center 225 North High Street, West ChesterUptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center 226 N. High St., West ChesterLive Theater at Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center 226 N. High St., West Chester“The Entanglement” at The Grand in Wilmington
The Grand Wilmington - Copeland Hall 818 N Market St, Wilmington“The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940” at the Candlelight Theatre
Candlelight Theatre 2208 Millers Rd, WilmingtonWeek of Events
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.
“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.
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.
“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.
“Footloose” at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
Based on the 1984 movie. 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-898-1900; DutchApple.com.
Bird-in-Hand Stage
Apr. 6–July 27, Dear Solider Boy, musical comedy set in the heart of Amish Country. Apr. 7–Oct. 28, Ryan & Friends: Never Speechless, a multimedia variety show with comedy routine and song parodies. Aug. 4–Oct. 19, The Home Game, baseball, farming and family. 2760 #A Old Philadelphia Pk., Bird-in-Hand. Times and tickets, 717-768-1568; Bird-In-Hand.com/Stage.
“Titanic” at Fulton Theatre
A musical play that examines the causes, conditions and characters on the Titanic. The Fulton, 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397-7425; TheFulton.org.
“Songs for Nobodies” at People’s Light
A one-woman performance with the music of Judy Garland, Patsy Cline, Billie Holiday, Edith Piaf and Maria Callas performed by Bethany Thomas. 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern. Times and tickets, 610-644-3500; PeoplesLight.org.
“Million Dollar Quartet” at Media Theatre
The extraordinary twist of fate that brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions ever. 104 E. State St., Media. Times and tickets, 610-891-0100; MediaTheatre.org.
50th Annual Yellow Springs Art Show
Works from 220+ juried artists available for purchase. Apr. 28, Art Show Party, an evening of art, music, cocktails, dinner and auction. May 14, Art Around the Village, a free community event with demonstrations, music, kids activities. Benefits Historic Yellow Springs. 1685 Art School Rd., Chester Springs. YellowSprings.org.
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
May 4, Paula Johns Presents: “What the World Needs Now” Tribute to Burt Bacharach, Dionne Warwick and Hal David; May 26, West Chester Jazz Orchestra plays Count Basie; June 2, Kiss The Sky: Jimi Hendrix Tribute. 226 N. High St., West Chester. Times and tickets, UptownWestChester.org.
The Keswick Theatre Presents
May 4, Martin Sexton & KT Tunstall; May 5 & 6, The Musical Box performs The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway: One Last Time … The End of an Era; May 7, One Night of Queen with Gary Mullen & The Works; May 11, “Old Gods of Appalachia” theater performance; May 12 & 13, WXPN […]
American Music Theatre
May 6, Tommy James & The Shondells with The Box Tops; May 7, Amy Grant; May 12, Dylan Scott; May 13, Grand Funk Railroad; May 18, Ashley McBryde with special guest Harper O’Neill; May 19, Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder; May 20, The Guess Who; May 21, An Evening with David Foster & Katharine McPhee; […]
Kennett Flash
May 6, The Hypothetical House Band (featuring Jon Herington of Steely Dan); May 12, Blank Pages with special guest Jac Conner; May 13, Kennett Metal Fest; May 14, The Legendary Kennett Flash Open Mic Night; June 3, SONiA. 102 Sycamore Alley, Kennett Square. Times and tickets, 484-732-8295; KennettFlash.org.
At The Grand in Wilmington
May 7, Martin Sexton and KT Tunstall Tour; May 13, Ryan Hamilton; May 18, LeAnn Rimes; May 19 & 20, Billy Joel Weekend; May 20, An Evening with David Foster & Katherine McPhee; May 21, Two Funny Mamas Live featuring Sherri Shepherd and Kym Whitley; June 1, Sara Evans: Copy That Tour. 818 N. Market […]
Festival of Fountains at Longwood
Stroll through the gardens with brilliantly blooming annuals and perennials and discover a starlit getaway with the Illuminated Fountain Performances and live music in the beer garden. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. Thurs–Sat, 9:15 pm. $18–$25. 610-388-1000; LongwoodGardens.org.
Live Theater at Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
May 12–14, journey under the sea with Ariel and her aquatic friends in Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr. May 19–21, Into the Woods, the Tony Award-winning book and score. Both are presented by the students of Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center Studio. 226 N. High St., West Chester. UptownWestChester.org/On-Stage/Theatre-Event.
“The Entanglement” at The Grand in Wilmington
Featuring Sunshine Anderson, Tony Terry, Gary Lil G Jenkins, Josh Copeland and Priest Tyaire. 818 N. Market St., Copeland Hall, Wilmington. Times and tickets, TheGrandWilmington.org.
“The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940” at the Candlelight Theatre
Murder and mayhem. 2208 Millers Rd., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-475-2313; CandlelightTheatreDelaware.org.
FORE Health Golf Invitational for Chester County Hospital
A great day of golf to benefit the NICU and Women’s and Children’s Health Services. White Manor Country Club, 831 Providence Rd., Malvern. ChesterCountyHospital.org/Giving.
Phoenixville Dogwood Festival
Celebrate the 80th anniversary this year! The Phoenixville Jaycees Foundation continues the rich tradition with a midway filled with games, rides and vendors, live music nightly at the bandshell and the Dogwood Beer Garden. Benefits local nonprofits. Reeves Park, 2nd & Main Sts., Phoenixville. Wed.–Fri., 6 to 10 p.m.; Sat., noon to 10. Parade Sat., […]
Movies in the Park
Pack a picnic, a blanket or chairs and the family and come out to Marshall Square Park to enjoy a movie, TBD. Food trucks on site. 405 N. Franklin St., West Chester. Starts at dusk. West-Chester.com.
Wilmington Grand Prix Weekend
One of the top 10 criterium bike races in the country that includes a street festival, parade and Criterium on Sat, time trials on Fri at Monkey Hill in Brandywine Park and The Gran Fondo on Sun, a recreational ride through the area’s attractions. 818 Market St., Wilmington. Fri, 5 to 8; Sat, 11 to […]
Derby at the Vineyard
A spectacular horse-jumping event in Penns Woods’ vineyard with wine, local beer and cider, live music, food trucks, artisan vendors plus a chance for the kids to get up close to the stars of the show. Guests are encouraged to put on their best derby day attire (think big hats and bright colors) for a […]
Brandywine Ballet Presents “Beauty and the Beast”
An enchanting new version of the classic fairy tale at Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, 700 S. High St., West Chester. Sat, noon and 4 pm; Sun, 2 pm. $25–$45. BrandywineBallet.org.
Main Point Book Club
Main Point Book Club
May 16, Fiction Book Group: Zorrie by Laird Hunt, 3:15 pm. May 25, NonFiction Book Group: One Hundred Saturdays by Michael Frank, Maira Kalman (illustrator), 7 pm. 116 N. Wayne Ave., Wayne. MainPointBooks.com.
Auburn Heights After Hours
Auburn Heights After Hours
Come out to the Marshall Steam Museum for scenic views, craft brews and games. Food trucks, featured groups and fun activities. Friendly, leashed dogs welcome. 3000 Creek Rd., Yorklyn, DE. 5 to 8 pm. $3–$6. AuburnHeights.org.
Third Thursdays on State Street in Kennett Square
Third Thursdays on State Street in Kennett Square
Enjoy outdoor dining, extended shopping hours, live music, children’s activities, pop-up vendors and more. The 100 blocks of E. and W. State St., in addition the 100 blocks of N. and S. Union St., will be closed to traffic from 5 to 10 pm. KennettCollaborative.org.
Community Supper Series Picnic at Willistown Conservation Trust
Community Supper Series Picnic at Willistown Conservation Trust
A food truck-style, BYO picnic event. Bring your own blanket, chairs and other items to round out your picnic experience. This week features barbecue by Vesta Kitchen and brews by Deer Creek Malthouse, available for purchase on site. Rushton Farm, 911 Delchester Rd., Newtown Square. 5:30 to 8:30. WCTrust.org.
Westtown Revolutionary War Militia Monument Dedication
Westtown Revolutionary War Militia Monument Dedication
The Westtown Historical Commission hosts a dedication ceremony service to unveil a new monument that honors Westtown's Revolutionary War Militia soldiers buried in the township. Speakers include Historical Commission founder David Walter, Rep. Craig Williams and Township Supervisor Tom Foster. Entertainment by the Nur Colonials Fife and Drum Corps of Nur Shrine. 1147 S. Concord […]
West Chester Porchfest
West Chester Porchfest
Organized by the West Chester Green Team to celebrate spring with music, this family-friendly event invites you to stroll from porch to porch and relax on front lawns and sidewalks as you enjoy live, local talent, food trucks and the beautiful porches of historic West Chester. 1 to 7 pm. Rain date, May 21. WestChesterPorchfest.com.
Music Without Walls — Field Jam
Music Without Walls — Field Jam
First in the Music Without Walls series from Natural Lands, Field Jam features lively music, craft beer and tasty food truck treats. Two jammin’ bands, Sug Daniels and Frog Holler, perform at Stroud Preserve, the perfect backdrop for a fun evening out with friends and family. Tickets are limited, so purchase in advance. 454 N. […]
Spring Blooms Annual Celebration at Jenkins Arboretum
Spring Blooms Annual Celebration at Jenkins Arboretum
Enjoy a roving dinner, garden games, lively music, live auction and other festivities. Benefits the arboretum in offering free admission to visitors and educational programs. 631 Berwyn Baptist Rd., Devon. 6 to 9 pm. $150. JenkinsArboretum.org.