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Morris Arboretum Presents Garden Railway: Dinos!
Morris Arboretum 100 E. Northwestern Ave., PhiladelphiaUpper Merion Concerts Under the Stars
Township Building Park 175 W. Valley Forge Rd, King of PrussiaDutch Apple Theatre Presents “The Sound of Music”
Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster“Frank Stewart’s Nexus: An American Photographer’s Journey” at Brandywine Museum of Art
Brandywine Museum of Art 1 Hoffman's Hill Rd, Chadds FordWeek 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.
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.
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.
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.
Long’s Park Summer Music Series
June 2, Monophonics; June 9, Good Shot Judy; June 16, Snacktime; June 23, Carolyn Wonderland; June 30, The U.S. Army Band, “Pershing’s Own.” Concerts through Aug. 18. Long’s Park Amphitheater, Rt. 30 & Harrisburg Pk., Lancaster. 7:30 pm. LongsPark.org.
Upper Merion Concerts Under the Stars
June 7, Say She She; June 9, Cracker; June 16, The Lone Bellow; June 19, Kathleen Edwards; June 21, Badfish: A Tribute to Sublime; June 28, DakhaBrakha; June 30, Nick Lowe & Los Straitjackets. Concerts through Sept. 15. Township Bldg. Park, 175 W. Valley Forge Rd., King of Prussia. 6 pm. Visit website for tickets. […]
Kennett Flash
June 8, Atomic Light Orchestra: A Tribute To E.L.O.; June 14, Better Than Bacon; June 16, Mallow Hill; June 27, Joe Deninzon & Stratospheerius; June 28, BKora Duets: Madou Sidiki Diabaté and Salif Bamakora; June 29, Sug Daniels Band; June 30, Buffalo Nichols Trio w/ special guest Samantha Rise. 102 Sycamore Alley, Kennett Square. Times […]
Delaware County Summer Festival
This popular Delco tradition offers everything from Classical to Cajun, Motown to Broadway, Doo Wop to Rock & Pop. Visit website for a list of concerts. Rose Tree Park, Rt. 252 & Providence Rd., Upper Providence. Free. DelcoPA.gov/Departments/Parks/SummerFestival.html.
“Off By One” at People’s Light
Multi-award winner David Strathairn stars in this poignant world premiere where a wrong-number text brings strangers together in a web of curiosity and memory. Written by Emmy Award-winner Joseph Dougherty and directed by Abigail Adams. 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern. Times and tickets, 610-644-3500; PeoplesLight.org.
“Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” at Fulton Theatre
Step into a world of pure imagination! 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397-7425; TheFulton.org.
Dutch Apple Theatre Presents “The Sound of Music”
Enjoy the timeless score in this classic. 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-898-1900; DutchApple.com.
“Frank Stewart’s Nexus: An American Photographer’s Journey” at Brandywine Museum of Art
This dynamic retrospective of Stewart’s compelling photography spans his six-decade career. Through more than 100 black-and-white and color photographs, the exhibition centers on Stewart’s spontaneous and sensitive approach to portraying world cultures and Black life in many forms — including music, art, travel, food and dance. 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford. Wed.–Mon., 9:30 a.m. […]
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 31. 549 Wellington Sq., Exton. WellingtonSquareBooks.com.
Wellington Square Bookshop
Classics Book Club: July 3, “Invisible Man” by Ralph Ellison, 2 pm. NonFiction Book Group: July 11, “In Order to Live” by Yeonmi Park, 7 pm. Fiction Book Group: July 16 & 17, “Hester” by Laurie Lico, Wed–Thurs, 2 pm, Thurs, 7 pm. 549 Wellington Sq., Exton. WellingtonSquareBooks.com.
Fireworks & Fountains at Longwood
They’re back and better than ever, with new shows, an enhanced sound system, new reserved seating and new vistas including the new tiered Conservatory Overlook. July 3, Stars and Stripes Forever; July 20, Take Me with U: Inspired by Prince; Aug. 10, Get Back: The Beatles; Sept. 1, Someone Like You: Artists Who Inspired Adele; […]
Annual Good Neighbor Day in Downingtown
Start the day with the Run for Life (5K, 10K & 15K) and 5K Freedom Walk at 8 am. Then enjoy fabulous food, crafts, music, bike decorating and lots of other fun activities, all benefiting area emergency providers. Fireworks at dusk. GoodNeighborDay.com.
Wawa Welcome America Celebration
Phila. Museum of Art, 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., Phila. July4thPhilly.com.
Narberth Fireworks
Community Park, between Windsor, N. Wynnewood & Haverford Aves. NarberthFireworks.org.
Tredyffrin/Easttown Concert & Fireworks
Wilson Farm Park, 500 Lee Rd., Wayne. Tredyffrin.org/Services/Parks-Recreation.
Wilmington’s July 4th Freedom Celebration Fireworks
Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park on the Riverfront. InWilmDE.com/Events.
Phoenixville Annual Fireworks
Friendship Field (Filmore St. & Franklin Ave.). Rain date, July 9. Phoenixville.Online/Phoenixville-Fireworks.
American Music Theatre
July 5, Top of the World: A Carpenters Tribute; July 11, WXPN Welcomes Amos Lee with special guest Mikaela Davis; July 12, Eaglemania: The World’s Greatest Eagles Tribute Band; July 13, Terry Fator; July 14, Asia: The Heat of the Moment Tour; July 19, The Docksiders; July 20, Tommy James & The Shondells with The […]
Clifton Heights Fireworks
Clifton Heights Athletic Field, 212 N. Springfield Rd. Facebook.com/Groups/CHJuly4thAssoc.
Sunday, June 30, 2024
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Monday, July 1, 2024
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Tuesday, July 2, 2024
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Wednesday, July 3, 2024
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July 3, 2024 RecurringCarillon Concerts at Washington Memorial Chapel
Carillon Concerts at Washington Memorial Chapel
Bring a blanket and picnic dinner and listen to the beautiful sounds of the Washington Memorial Chapel carillon, played by internationally acclaimed musicians. Valley Forge National Historic Park, 2000 Valley Forge Park Rd., King of Prussia. 7:30 pm. Free. WMChapel.org.
Thursday, July 4, 2024
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July 4, 2024Garrett Hill–Rosemont 4th of July Parade
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July 4, 2024Pottstown GoFourth! Festival
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July 4, 2024 -4th of July Celebration at Wilson Farm Park
Garrett Hill–Rosemont 4th of July Parade
Decorate your bikes and floats to ride in this year’s parade. Registration and start are at Rosemont Business Campus, 919 Conestoga Rd., Bryn Mawr, at 9:30. The parade ends at Clem Macrone Park, where there will be entertainment, refreshments and games. GarrettHillPA.com.
Pottstown GoFourth! Festival
The celebration will have a retro festival vibe beginning with the parade on High Street at 10 am followed by the Street Fest with music, restaurant fare, food trucks, beer gardens, artisans, a kids zone and vendors. The Fireworks Party will kick off at 5 pm in Memorial Park, 75 W. King St.—fireworks at 9:30. […]
4th of July Celebration at Wilson Farm Park
Bring your lawn chairs and a picnic dinner and enjoy great music from Just For Fun DJ Joe Griffith. Fireworks show begins at dusk. Food trucks and Kona Ice will be available. 500 Lee Blvd., Wayne. 7:15 to 9:15 pm. Tredyffrin.org/Services/Parks-Recreation.
Friday, July 5, 2024
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July 5, 2024 RecurringDowntown West Chester Summer Concert Series
Downtown West Chester Summer Concert Series
July 5, Bullseye Daisy at Chester County Courthouse; Esha Nijoff Asser Band at Jack Loew Plaza at 44 West. Aug. 2, The Jimmy Mac Band at CC Courthouse; The Attic Dwellers at the Jack Loew Plaza at 44 West. Sept. 6, The Jonathan Ragonese Quartet at CC Courthouse; Grecia, Nielands and Windish at Jack Loew […]
Saturday, July 6, 2024
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