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Events
“The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940” at the Candlelight Theatre
Candlelight Theatre 2208 Millers Rd, Wilmington“Joseph Stella: Visionary Nature” at the Brandywine Museum of Art
Brandywine River Museum of Art 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford“Disney’s Newsies: The Broadway Musical” at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre 510 Centerville Rd., LancasterKalmar Nyckel, Tall Ship of Delaware
Tatiana and Gerret Copeland Maritime Center 1124 E 7th St, WilmingtonBrothers on the Brandywine Seasonal Beer Garden
Brandywine Outfitters 2100 Strasburg Rd., CoatesvilleWeek 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.
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.
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.
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.
“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.
Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport
The Passport provides access to 12 of Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley’s top attractions, including thousands of acres of gardens, the grand estates of the du Pont family, incredible works of art and rich American history. $49–$99. VisitWilmingtonDE.com.
Summer in the Park Concerts at Wilson Farm Park
June 15, Almost There; June 22, Tim Williams Band; June 29, Wonderland; July 13, Pop Shop; July 20, Chico’s Vibe; July 27, Jess Zimmerman Band. Wilson Farm Park, 500 Lee Rd., Chesterbrook. 7 pm. Free. Tredyffrin.org/Departments/Parks.
“Grease” at Fulton Theatre
Where poodle skirts meet leather jackets and romance is found at the drive-in on summer nights. The Fulton, 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397-7425; TheFulton.org.
“Joseph Stella: Visionary Nature” at the Brandywine Museum of Art
Rt. 1, Chadds Ford. Wed–Mon, 9:30 to 4:30. $8–$20. Brandywine.org.
“Lettie” at People’s Light
A family tries to mend amid harsh realities in this “airtight new masterpiece.” 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern. Times and tickets, 610-644-3500; PeoplesLight.org.
Delaware County Summer Festival
Free concerts in Rose Tree Park’s scenic outdoor amphitheater—a popular Delco tradition for more than four decades. Offering everything from Classical to Cajun, Motown to Broadway, Doo Wop to Rock & Pop and everything in between. Visit website for a list of concerts. Rose Tree Park, Rt. 252 & Providence Rd., Upper Providence. Free. DelcoPA.gov/Departments/Parks/SummerFestival.html.
“The Wizard of Oz” at Fulton Theatre
Journey to the Emerald City at The Fulton, 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397-7425; TheFulton.org.
“Disney’s Newsies: The Broadway Musical” at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
This Disney film is now a hit musical based on a true story. 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-898-1900; DutchApple.com.
Kalmar Nyckel, Tall Ship of Delaware
Find adventure and outdoor fun, maritime history and cultural events with annual community festivals. July 8, Captain Kidd’s Pirate Adventure Day, noon to 4 pm; Aug. 12, Underground Railroad Superhero Fun Day, noon to 4 pm. Copeland Maritime Center at the Kalmar Nyckel Shipyard, 1124 E. 7th St. KalmarNyckel.org.
Where’s Waldo July
Grab a passport at Wellington Square Bookshop then head out to find Waldo at participating businesses. Receive a prize after five stamps on your passport. Collect stamps from all participating businesses and enter the completed passport into a Waldo goodies raffle during the Where’s Waldo party July 29. 549 Wellington Sq., Exton. WellingtonSquareBooks.com.
Events at Wellington Square Bookshop
July 1, a relaxing afternoon of prosecco and cookies with Beatriz Williams and her new book The Beach at Summerly, 3 pm, $40. July 5, Classics Book Club: Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, 2 pm. July 6, NonFiction Book Group: South to America by Imani Perry, 7 pm. July 19 & 20, Fiction Book Group: The […]
73rd Annual 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.
Kennett Flash
July 1, Davide Pannozzo Trio; July 7, Jackie Venson (rooftop concert); July 22, Angry Young Band: A Tribute to Billy Joel (rooftop concert). 102 Sycamore Alley, Kennett Square. Times and tickets, 484-732-8295; KennettFlash.org.
Media Theatre
July 1, John D. Smitherman in Music Of The Night, a musical adventure featuring music from The Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, Show Boat, Mamma Mia, South Pacific and more; July 20–30, High School Musical Jr. 104 E. State St., Media. Times and tickets, 610-891- 0100; MediaTheatre.org.
American Music Theatre
July 7, Three Dog Night; July 9, Straight No Chaser: The Yacht Rock Tour; July 15, EagleMania: Eagles Tribute Band; July 16, Gene Watson with Wilson Fairchild; July 20, The Docksiders: America’s Favorite Yacht Rock Band; July 21, The Magic of Rob Lake; July 22, Terry Fator: On The Road Again; July 23, Crowder; July […]
Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Phoenixville Inside Out
Dine outside or enjoy a drink with friends, explore the boutiques and retail stores or take in a show. Businesses will set up in the closed sidewalk and roadway between Starr and Main Sts., and from Main to Gay Sts. beginning at 2 pm on Fri, ending 7 am Mon. The Main and Bridge Street […]
Malvern Fire Company Fair
Every night is Family Night at this fair with rides and games, face paintings, magicians and live entertainment. Monument Grounds, 550 Monument Ave., Malvern. Daily, 6 to 10. Fireworks, Friday (rain date, Sat). MalvernFireCo.com.
Dining Under the Stars in Media
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.
Westtown Amish Market
1165 Wilmington Pk., West Chester. Thurs, 9 to 6, Fri, 9 to 8, Sat. 8 to 4. 610-492-5700; WestChesterAmishMarket.com.
Blobfest! at The Colonial Theatre
This year, the theme is “Blobs & Monsters” and will see the return of “Mystsery Science Theatre 3000” as well as the street festival, The Blob Ball, reenactment of the film’s ‘Run Out’ scene and the inaugural Blobfest 5K and Children’s Fun Run. The event commemorates the Colonial’s place in cinematic history as a filming […]
Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Phoenixville Inside Out
Dine outside or enjoy a drink with friends, explore the boutiques and retail stores or take in a show. Businesses will set up in the closed sidewalk and roadway between Starr and Main Sts., and from Main to Gay Sts. beginning at 2 pm on Fri, ending 7 am Mon. The Main and Bridge Street […]
“The Sound of Music” at The Candlelight Theatre
The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein features all of the cherished songs. 2208 Millers Rd., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-475-2313; CandlelightTheatreDelaware.org.
Artisan Market at Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library
Talented craftspeople present their wares, including antiques and collectibles, home decor, architectural salvage, handmade crafts, vintage clothing and jewelry, gourmet goods, original art, garden items and more. 5105 Kennett Pk., Winterthur. 10 to 4. Admission included in general admission ticket, $8–$22. Winterthur.org.
Berwyn Farmers Market
Berwyn Farmers Market
573 E. Lancaster Ave. in Handel’s parking lot. Sun, 10 to 1. CulinaryHarvest.com.
Brothers on the Brandywine Seasonal Beer Garden
Brothers on the Brandywine Seasonal Beer Garden
Bring your own chair and/or inner tube to cool off in the river at Brandywine Outfitters. Enjoy live music and food trucks as you sip the flavors of craft beers. 2100 Strasburg Rd., Coatesville. 1 pm to dusk. BrothersKershner.com/Beer-Garden.
Brandywine Polo
Brandywine Polo
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. Cancelled for rain or extreme heat. 610-268-8692; BrandywinePolo.com.
West Goshen Summer Concert Series
West Goshen Summer Concert Series
Aug. 6, Motown hits with Wilson Lambert’s Blue Philly Magic; Aug. 20, Party tunes with Whiskey Logic. Guests are asked to bring a dry good item for West Chester Food Cupboard. West Goshen Community Park, N. Five Points and Fern Hill Rds., West Chester. In the event of rain, concerts at Stetson Middle School Auditorium, […]
West Chester TAPS
West Chester TAPS
Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour to unwind with friends every Wednesday, 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations offer select $4 beers, $5 wines and $6 cocktails plus half-price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Summer Nights at Hagley Museum & Library
Summer Nights at Hagley Museum & Library
Bring a picnic to enjoy at the picnic pavilion on Workers’ Hill or at a table along the Brandywine. Dogfish Head craft beer and Woodside Farm Creamery ice cream are available for purchase. 200 Hagley Creek Rd. 5 to 8 pm. $5. Hagley.org.
Eagleview Farmers Market
Eagleview Farmers Market
Eagleview Town Center, Wellington Square, Exton. Thurs. 3 to 7. 610-836-1391; GrowingRootsPartners.com
Sculpture Garden Happy Hour at Delaware Art Museum
Sculpture Garden Happy Hour at Delaware Art Museum
Summer series features live music, local brews, lawn games, wine, cocktails and food vendors. 2301 Kentmere Pkwy. N. Terrace Copeland, Sculpture Garden. 5 to 7:30 pm. Free. DelArt.org.
Live Music at King of Prussia Town Center
Live Music at King of Prussia Town Center
Sept. 14, Jimi Kenrick; Sept. 21, Tony Alosi; Sept. 28, Ryan Shubert; Oct. 5, Carmen Tomassetti; Oct. 12, Anthem Arcade; Oct. 19, Greg Snyder Duo; Oct. 26, Tony Alosi. 155 Village Dr. (in front of Davio’s), King of Prussia. 6 to 8 pm. KingOfPrussia-TownCenter.com.
Brandywine Polo
Brandywine Polo
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. Cancelled for rain or extreme heat. 610-268-8692; BrandywinePolo.com.
Malvern Farmers Market
Malvern Farmers Market
Warren Ave. & Roberts Rd., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com.
Phoenixville Farmers Market
Phoenixville Farmers Market
200 Mill St. Sat, 10 to noon; seniors, 9–9:30. PhoenixvilleFarmersMarket.org.
Downingtown Farmers Market
Downingtown Farmers Market
Log Cabin Field, Kerr Park, Pennsylvania Ave., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com
Summer Splash at The Barn at Spring Brook Farm
Summer Splash at The Barn at Spring Brook Farm
Children with disabilities and their families and friends are invited to meet The Barn’s resident animals, learn about programs, take a hayride, play in the wheelchair accessible treehouse, participate in crafts and more. 360 Locust Grove Rd., West Chester. Noon to 3 pm. $5 donation per child attending appreciated. SpringBrook-Farm.org.
Exton Park Community Day
Exton Park Community Day
Kids’ activities include a rock wall, zip line, petting zoo, pony rides and tunes with Marchwood Music. Everyone can try their hand at archery, corn hole, disc golf and the dunk tank. Purchase food from vendors and relax in the beer and wine garden. Exton Park, 132 Church Farm Ln., Exton. 4 to 10. Free. […]