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“Every Leaf & Twig: Andrew Wyeth’s Botanical Imagination” at Brandywine Museum of Art
Brandywine Museum 1 Hoffman's Mill Rd, Chadds Ford“Jamie Wyeth: Unsettled” at Brandywine Museum of Art
Brandywine Museum 1 Hoffman's Mill Rd, Chadds FordA Spring Tradition Returns — Bucks County Designer House & Gardens
Sycamore Lane Farm 1421 Rt. 113, PerkasieDutch Apple Theatre Presents “The Full Monty”
Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre 510 Centerville Rd., LancasterMorris Arboretum Presents Garden Railway: Dinos!
Morris Arboretum 100 E. Northwestern Ave., PhiladelphiaBrothers on the Brandywine Seasonal Beer Garden
Brandywine Outfitters 2100 Strasburg Rd., CoatesvilleWeek of Events
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.
“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.
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.
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.
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.
Devon Horse Show & Country Fair
See Olympic-caliber riders, junior classes and Lead Line or come for the fun outside the ring at North America’s oldest and largest outdoor multi-breed horse show. Visit the Country Fair’s midway attractions and boutiques. Benefits Bryn Mawr Hospital. 23 Dorset Rd., Devon. DevonHorseShow.net.
Phoenixville Inside Out
Dine outside or enjoy a drink with friends, explore the boutiques and retail stores or take in a show. Road closed on 100 and 200 blocks of Bridge St. from 4 pm Fri through 7 am Mon. Fri, 4 to 10; Sat–Sun, 7 am to 10 pm. PhoenixvilleFirst.org.
Open-Air Market in West Chester
Four blocks of Gay Street (from Matlack Street to Darlington Street) are closed to vehicles so everyone can partake in al fresco dining and shopping. Gay Street will be shut down for the Open-Air Market every weekend (Fri morning through Mon morning). DowntownWestChester.com.
Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport
Gather your family or closest group of friends and plan a visit to the 12 inspiring attractions across Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley. With the Passport you can explore at your own pace or spread your visits across the entire spring, summer and fall. For tickets, VisitWilmingtonDE.com/Passport.
Brandywine Museum of Art
Through Sept. 15, “Every Leaf & Twig: Andrew Wyeth’s Botanical Imagination.” Through Oct. 13, “In Shadows’ Embrace: Prints by Peter Paone.” 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford. Wed–Mon, 9:30 to 4:30. $8–$20. Brandywine.org.
Morris Arboretum Presents Garden Railway: Dinos!
Dinosaurs made out of natural materials are displayed on more than 15 different rail lines. The display includes triceratops, and velociraptor, as well as other Mesozoic creatures. 100 E. Northwestern Ave., Philadelphia. Mon–Fri, 10 to 5; Sat–Sun, 9 to 5. $10–$20. MorrisArboretum.org.
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.
Dining Under the Stars
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.
Frog Hollow Art Show
Presented by the Diving Cat Studio Gallery, local artists exhibit creative styles in art and craft in a uniquely restored 1790s four-story gristmill house. A special interview with Markels Roberts by Michaela Majoun 7 pm Friday. 1655 Hollow Rd., Chester Springs. Fri, Preview Party, 5 to 9 pm; Sat–Sun, 10 to 6. 484-919-8774; FrogHollowArtShow.com.
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
May 31, Larger than Life: The Ultimate Boy Band Tribute; June 1, Bassel & the Supernaturals. 226 N. High St., West Chester. Times and tickets, UptownWestChester.org.
The Ladybug Music Festival
A celebration of women in music with a 100% female-fronted lineup, giving platforms to women in all areas of music event production. Venues located on the 400 and 500 blocks of Market St., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-229-9575; TheLadybugFestival.com.
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.
Open-Air Market in West Chester
Four blocks of Gay Street (from Matlack Street to Darlington Street) are closed to vehicles so everyone can partake in al fresco dining and shopping. Gay Street will be shut down for the Open-Air Market every weekend (Fri morning through Mon morning). DowntownWestChester.com.
Phoenixville Inside Out
Dine outside or enjoy a drink with friends, explore the boutiques and retail stores or take in a show. Road closed on 100 and 200 blocks of Bridge St. from 4 pm Fri through 7 am Mon. Fri, 4 to 10; Sat–Sun, 7 am to 10 pm. PhoenixvilleFirst.org.
The Great American Backyard Campout
Bring your camping gear, set up under the stars and enjoy a night outside with your family. Activities include camp cooking and fire making demonstrations, fishing, ceremonial campfire program, s’mores and more. Must be accompanied by parent/guardian. Rain date, June 15. Willows Park, 490 Darby-Paoli Rd., Villanova. Free. Radnor.com/Campout to register.
Willistown Conservation Trust Barns & BBQ
Take a glimpse into some of Chester County’s iconic barns. Two self-guided barn tour opportunities: The Morning Tour, 9 to 11, $50 and Evening Barn Tour and BBQ Dinner, starts at 2, $300. BBQ attendees end the evening with a cocktail hour, three-course meal and live music. Benefits the Trust’s conservation works. 925 Providence Rd., […]
Bryn Mawr Twilight Concerts
June 1, Tom Rush accompanied by Matt Nakoa; June 2, Dan Bern + Jeffrey Gaines; June 13, Merion Concert Band, (free); June 15, Livingston Taylor; June 22, Lizzie No; June 28, Craig Bickhardt + John Flynn (free). Concerts through Aug. 30. The Gazebo, 9 S. Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr. 7 pm. $15. 610-864-4303; BrynMawrTwilightConcerts.com.
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
June 1, Diggery Digger’s Rock N’ Roar Dinosaur Show; June 5, Sports Movie Night with Ray Didinger and Glen Macnow; June 6, Back in Black, AC/DC Tribute Band; June 7, The American Ride, Toby Keith Tribute. Visit website for a complete lineup. 226 N. High St. Tickets and times, UptownWestChester.org.
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Brothers on the Brandywine Seasonal Beer Garden
Brothers on the Brandywine Seasonal Beer Garden
Bring your own chair 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.
Radnor Township Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
Radnor Township Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
Come for the annual Memorial Day celebration. A brief Memorial Ceremony will immediately follow the parade at the corner of Runnymede and S. Wayne Aves. Parade starts at 9:45 am. RadnorMemorialDay.org.
Memorial Day Parade in Kennett Square
Memorial Day Parade in Kennett Square
A great hometown parade featuring bands, veterans, reenactors, dancers, antique cars, bagpipers, fife and drum corps, fire trucks and more. Starts at Kennett High School, 100 E. South St. and ends at Union Hill Cemetery. 10 am. KennettCollaborative.org.
Memorial Day Parade in Media
Memorial Day Parade in Media
The Veterans Legacy Project and Media Borough host the annual parade, which starts at Barrall Field, at the intersection of State and Edgmont Sts., Media. Ceremony at the Delaware County Courthouse immediately following. 10:30 am. VisitMediaPA.com.
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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.
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Eagleview Farmers Market
Eagleview Farmers Market
Eagleview Town Center, Wellington Square, Exton. Thurs. 3 to 7. 610-836-1391; GrowingRootsPartners.com
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Wine & Wander at Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden
Wine & Wander at Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden
Enjoy an exclusive, after-hours tour featuring plants and wine. Take an evening stroll through the garden and enjoy a specially curated sampling of four different natural wines. 1829 E. County Line Rd., Villanova. 5:30 pm. $75. NatLands.org.
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Concerts at King of Prussia Town Center
Concerts at King of Prussia Town Center
Enjoy live music on the green at King of Prussia Town Center. 155 Village Dr. (in front of Davio’s), King of Prussia. 6 to 8 pm. For a complete lineup visit KingOfPrussia-TownCenter.com.
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Brandywine Zoo—Brew at the Zoo
Brandywine Zoo—Brew at the Zoo
Visit the zoo after hours and enjoy a variety of beer, wine and spirit tastings, light fare and ice cream, live music and animal encounters. Food and beverages are included in admission ticket. Brandywine Park, 1001 N. Park Dr., Wilmington. 5:30 to 8:30 pm. $35–$55. BrandywineZoo.org.
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Main Line Animal Rescue’s 13th Annual Tails & Trails 5K Run/2K Walk
Main Line Animal Rescue’s 13th Annual Tails & Trails 5K Run/2K Walk
Ready. Set. Rescue! Activities include a beer garden, food, music, kid’s corner, raffles, adoptable animals, vendors and more! Friends, family-members, and dogs are welcome. Run or walk at your own pace while supporting the mission to save animal lives. 1149 Pike Springs Rd., Chester Springs. 7:30 am to noon. $10–$40. PSPCA.org.
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Malvern Farmers Market
Malvern Farmers Market
Warren Ave. & Roberts Rd., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com.
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Phoenixville Farmers Market
Phoenixville Farmers Market
200 Mill St. Sat, 10 to noon; seniors, 9–9:30. PhoenixvilleFarmersMarket.org.
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Downingtown Farmers Market
Downingtown Farmers Market
Log Cabin Field, Kerr Park, Pennsylvania Ave., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com
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Historic Newtown Square Day
Historic Newtown Square Day
A community celebration with demonstrations, Revolutionary War and Native American reenactors, art, tours of historic sites, sheep shearing, music, children’s activities. 1742 Square Tavern, Rt. 252 & Goshen Rd., Newtown Square. 10 to noon. Free. 610-975-0290; HistoricNewtownSquare.org.
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Ales & Petals—Cars & Motorcycles of England Car Show
Ales & Petals—Cars & Motorcycles of England Car Show
Enjoy food, live music, craft beers and tour one of the largest British motoring shows on the East Coast with over 250 classic British cars and motorcycles. Historic Hope Lodge, 553 Bethlehem Pk., Ft. Washington. 10 to 4. $5–$10. HistoricHopeLodge.org/Ales-Petals-Car-Show.
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Delaware County Pride Parade
Delaware County Pride Parade
The Pride Parade will run along State Street for one mile and loop around Media. Enjoy a variety of activities including music, dancing, vendors and more. 104 E. State St., Media. 10:30 to noon. VisitMediaPA.com/Event/Delco-Pride-Parade.
Wellington Square Bookshop
Wellington Square Bookshop
Classics Book Club: June 5, The Trial by Franz Kafka, 2 pm. Meet the Author: June 1, And Then You Apply Ice by Pamela Gwyn Kripke, 1 pm; June 15, Soundtrack by Alison Cupp Relyea, 1 pm. 549 Wellington Sq., Exton. WellingtonSquareBooks.com.