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“The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940” at the Candlelight Theatre
Candlelight Theatre 2208 Millers Rd, Wilmington“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, 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.
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 […]
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.
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 […]
“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.
Sunday, July 9, 2023
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Monday, July 10, 2023
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Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
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Thursday, July 13, 2023
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Friday, July 14, 2023
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Saturday, July 15, 2023
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July 15, 2023 -Summer Splash at The Barn at Spring Brook Farm
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July 15, 2023 -Exton Park Community Day
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
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. […]