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The Franklin Institute Presents “The Art of the Brick”
Franklin Institute 20th Street & Ben Franklin Parkway, PhiladelphiaDutch Apple Dinner Theatre Presents “Ragtime: The Musical”
Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre 510 Centerville Rd., LancasterRodgers & Hammerstein’s “South Pacific” at Fulton Theatre
Fulton Theatre 12 N. Prince St.,, Lancaster51st Annual Yellow Springs Art Show Events
Historic Yellow Springs 1685 Art School Rd, Chester SpringsA Spring Tradition Returns — Bucks County Designer House & Gardens
Sycamore Lane Farm 1421 Rt. 113, PerkasiePottstown Area Artists Guild Spring Fine Arts Show
Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center 105 Seminary St., PennsburgWeek of Events
“The Artistic Legacy of James E. Newton: Poetic Roots” at Delaware Art Museum
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.
The Franklin Institute Presents “The Art of the Brick”
An exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO brick. Franklin Institute, 222 N. 20th St., Philadelphia. Daily 9:30 to 5. $39–$43. FI.edu.
“Every Leaf & Twig: Andrew Wyeth’s Botanical Imagination” at Brandywine Museum of Art
1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford. Wed–Mon, 9:30 to 4:30. $8–$20. Brandywine.org.
Delaware Art Museum
Through May 26, “There Is a Woman in Every Color: Black Women in Art.” Through June 30, “The Artistic Legacy of James E. Newton: Poetic Roots,” 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.
Delaware Art Museum
Through Sept. 1, “Give Me My Flowers — Soft Petals: exploring the mother wound,” photographs by Shakira Hunt. Through Sept. 8, “Suspended Spins: Dennis Beach.” 2301 Kentmere Pkwy., Wed, 10 to 4; Thurs, 10 to 8; Fri–Sun, 10 to 4. $6–$12, Sun, free. DelArt.org.
“Jamie Wyeth: Unsettled” at Brandywine Museum of Art
This exhibition traces a persistent vein of intriguing, often disconcerting imagery over the career of renowned local artist Jamie Wyeth, featuring more than 50 works drawn from museum and private collections across the country. Rt. 1, Chadds Ford. Wed.–Mon., 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. $8–$20. Brandywine.org.
Bird-in-Hand Stage
Apr. 4–Aug. 3, The Confession… An Amish Love Story. Apr. 6–Oct. 19, Ryan & Friends: All Your Favorite Funny Stuff, a multimedia variety show. 2760 #A Old Philadelphia Pk., Bird-in-Hand. Times and tickets, 717-768-1568; Bird-In-Hand.com/Stage.
Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre Presents “Ragtime: The Musical”
Three diverse American family tales are woven together. 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-898-1900; DutchApple.com.
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “South Pacific” at Fulton Theatre
The timeless classic on the stage. 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397-7425; TheFulton.org.
“Legally Blonde” at Media Theatre
Enjoy the high octane, feel-good story on the stage in this explosive, hilarious and high energy production. 104 E. State St., Media. Times and tickets, 610- 891-0100; MediaTheatre.org.
51st Annual Yellow Springs Art Show Events
Works from 220+ juried artists available for purchase. Apr. 26, Opening Gala with art, music, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, $85. May 3, Happy Hour, featuring art, wine and cheese, $10. May 12, Art Around the Village event with music, kids activities. Benefits Historic Yellow Springs. 1685 Art School Rd., Chester Springs. Open daily, 10 to […]
A Spring Tradition Returns — Bucks County Designer House & Gardens
For the 48th Bucks County Designer House & Gardens, Sycamore Lane Farm will open its doors with an elegant onsite Preview Gala, April 26. Tours run through May 26. Benefits Doylestown Health and Village Improvement Assoc. 1421 Rt. 113, Perkasie. Mon.–Wed., Fri.–Sat., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Thurs., 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sun., noon […]
The Keswick Theatre
May 1, Queensryche Armored Saint; May 3, Marc Maron; May 4, The Doo Wop Project; May 5, Al Stewart; May 7, Ghosts: Do You Believe?; May 8, Saxon & Uriah Heep; May 10, The Electric Years: Al Di Meola; May 12, Todd Rundgren; May 17, Harry Chapin’s Greatest Stories Live; May 18, Eric D’Alessandro; May […]
West Chester University Senior BFA Exhibition
May 1–17, Knauer Gallery in the Swope Music and Performing Arts Center, 817 S. High St. May 1–June 29, Baker Gallery, E.O. Bull Center for the Arts, 2 E. Rosedale Ave. WCUPA.edu.
“Hurricane Diane” at People’s Light
A comedic romp with a mythological twist. 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern. Times and tickets, 610- 644-3500; PeoplesLight.org.
Pottstown Area Artists Guild Spring Fine Arts Show
Area artists exhibit with awards recognizing the best works in the show presented during the Opening Reception on May 5. Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, 105 Seminary St., Pennsburg. Tues–Fri, 9 to 4; Sat, 10 to 4; Sun, 1 to 4. PAAG.Info/Art-Show.
At The Grand in Wilmington
May 3, An Evening with Darlingside; May 4, The Rock Orchestra Plays Fleetwood Mac; May 9, The Temptations and Four Tops; May 11, The Simon & Garfunkel Songbook; May 18, An Evening with Amy Grant; May 19, An Intimate Evening with David Foster & Katharine McPhee; May 24, 1964—The Beatles Tribute; May 31, Eddie B; […]
American Music Theatre
May 3, Stayin’ Alive: One Night of the Bee Gees; May 4, The Temptations & The Four Tops; May 5, Stomp; May 10, An Evening with David Foster & Katharine McPhee; May 11, Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone; May 12, Rain: A Tribute to The Beatles; May 15, Brothers Of The Heart; May 17, The […]
Maryland House and Garden Pilgrimage Tours
Take an immersive tour of selected noteworthy historic properties in one of six counties. For information and tickets, MHGP.org/Tours.
Festival of Fountains at Longwood
Stroll through the gardens with brilliantly blooming annuals and perennials and discover 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.
WCU Graduation Weekend
Commencement ceremonies bring family and friends to our area. Plan for traffic near campus and crowded restaurants. WCUPA.edu.
“Moon Over Buffalo” at The Candlelight Theatre
A comedy by Ken Ludwig. 2208 Millers Rd., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302- 475-2313; CandlelightTheatreDelaware.org.
Chester County History Center
“Fierce: Women of West Chester Walking Tour.” Join costumed guides in this outdoor tour stopping at landmarks to tell the stories of the remarkable women that shaped West Chester from colonial times to the present. Rain or shine. 225 N. High St., West Chester. 11 to 12:30. $15. MyCCHC.org.
Phoenixville Dogwood Festival & Parade
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, 148 3rd Ave., Phoenixville. Wed– Fri, 6 to 10 pm; Sat, 1 to 10; Sun, parade at 1 pm. PhoenixvilleDogwoodFestival.org.
Movies in the Park
Pack a picnic, a blanket, 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
See one of the top 10 criterium bike races in the country that includes a street festival with kids rides and attractions, course-side café and a parade. The Criterium on Saturday, time trials and kick-off party on Friday at Monkey Hill in Brandywine Park and a recreational ride through the area’s attractions at The Gran […]
The Colonial Theatre Presents
May 17, Live Today Love Tomorrow Tour MMXXIV with The Alarm; May 18, Jordan Klepper – Suffering Fools. Times and tickets, 610-917-1228; TheColonialTheatre.com.
6th Annual Festival of the Peony
Walk through 25 acres with more than 55,000 peonies and cut your own to take home. Bring a vase to take the peonies home. 4313 S. Creek Rd., Chadds Ford. Daily 8 to 6. $15/person or $30/car. StyersPeonies.com.
Dutch Apple Theatre Presents “The Full Monty”
A funny and heartfelt story about six unemployed steel workers who come up with a bold way to make some quick cash. 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717- 898-1900; DutchApple.com.
Brandywine Ballet Presents “Cinderella”
Join Cinderella as she dances with dragonflies through magical gardens, serves her ugly stepsisters and falls in love with Prince Charming. Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, 700 S. High St., West Chester. Sat, noon and 4 pm; Sun, 2 pm. $30–$50. BrandywineBallet.org.
The 62nd Fair Hill Scottish Games
Enjoy a day of iconic athletics, music, dancing, food and arts celebrating Scottish and Celtic culture. Events will be held rain or shine. Fair Hill Grounds, 4600 Telegraph Rd., Elkton, MD. Gates open 8 am. $10–$25. FairHillScottishGames.org.
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 and more. Penns Woods Winery, 124 Beaver Valley Rd., Chadds Ford. 10 to 6. $15. PennsWoodsWinery.com/Derby.
Sunday, May 12, 2024
No events on this day.
Monday, May 13, 2024
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May 13, 2024FORE Health Golf Invitational for Chester County Hospital
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. Registration at 10 am. ChesterCountyHospital.org/Giving.
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
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May 14, 2024 -Mother’s Day Open Gardens at Welkinweir
Mother’s Day Open Gardens at Welkinweir
The gardens, with azaleas at their peak, will be open to visitors to walk and hike. Bring a picnic to enjoy in the garden. 11 to 3. Free. 1368 Prizer Rd., Pottstown. Welkinweir.org.
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
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May 15, 2024 -Shipley School’s 50th Annual Secret Gardens Tours
Shipley School’s 50th Annual Secret Gardens Tours
Enjoy a self-guided tour through breathtaking private gardens with a lunch stop on Shipley’s campus featuring vendors, sit-down and boxed lunches and tours of campus gardens. 9 to 3. For info and tickets, ShipleySchool.org/SecretGardens.
Thursday, May 16, 2024
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May 16, 2024Scott Arboretum 95 Years Highlights Tour
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May 16, 2024 - RecurringThird Thursdays on State Street in Kennett Square
Scott Arboretum 95 Years Highlights Tour
Peonies. Celebrate the arboretum’s anniversary with tours of the featured collection. After your tour, be sure to experience Peony Palooza, a peony floral exhibition, in the Wister Center. 500 College Ave., Swarthmore. 3 pm. Free. ScottArboretum.org.
Third Thursdays on State Street in Kennett Square
Enjoy outdoor dining, extended shopping hours, live music, children’s activities, pop-up vendors and more. State Street is closed from Broad to Center Sts. from 5 to 10 pm. KennettCollaborative.org.
Friday, May 17, 2024
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May 17, 2024 -West Chester University QB Classic
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May 17, 2024 -PlayIn Time Music Circle
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May 17, 2024 -Community Supper Series Picnic at Willistown Conservation Trust
West Chester University QB Classic
Support WCU football scholarships at the annual golf outing. Downingtown Country Club, 93 Country Club Dr., Downingtown. 7 am to 4 pm. $200–$5,000. WCUFoundation.org.
PlayIn Time Music Circle
Get ready to dance, jam, learn and have fun in the Circle Garden. This interactive musical program is geared to children up to age 5. Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden, 1829 E. County Line Rd., Villanova. 10:15 am. $24. NatLands.org.
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. Rushton Farm, 911 Delchester Rd., Newtown Square. 5:30 to 8. $10. WCTrust.org.
Saturday, May 18, 2024
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May 18, 2024 -A Day In Old New Castle
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May 18, 2024 -3rd Annual West Chester Porchfest
A Day In Old New Castle
An 18th-century market fair where you can take a look into the private homes and gardens, historic landmarks and museums in Old New Castle. Enjoy historical reenactments, entertainment, artisans, children’s games, tours of the Kalmar Nyckel tall ship and more. 50 Market St., New Castle, DE. 10 to 5. $5–$25. HistoricNewCastle.com.
3rd Annual West Chester Porchfest
Organized by the West Chester Green Team, this family-friendly event invites you to stroll from porch to porch and relax on front lawns and sidewalks as you enjoy live music from over 70 bands, plus food trucks, children’s activities, a sale of vintage clothing and the beautiful porches of historic West Chester. “Green” porches will […]