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“On Tour: Lafayette, America’s Revolutionary Rock Star”
Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library 5105 Kennett Pike, WinterthurMurder Mystery Dinner Theater at Mount Hope Mansion
Mount Hope Estate & Winery 2775 Lebanon Rd, ManheimUptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center 226 N. High St., West Chester“Stompin’ at the Savoy” at Delaware Theatre Company
Delaware Theatre Company 200 Water St., Wilmington
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“On Tour: Lafayette, America’s Revolutionary Rock Star”
Celebrate one of America’s first celebrities with Winterthur Museum’s latest exhibition commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Marquis de Lafayette’s 1824–25 “Farewell Tour” of the U.S. The exhibition explores Lafayette’s impact on our young nation through a selection of Winterthur memorabilia and objects honoring the Revolutionary War hero. 5105 Kennett Pk., Winterthur, DE. Tues.–Sun., 10 […]
Longwood Gardens Indoor Performance Series
In celebration of the opening of the new Mediterranean-inspired West Conservatory, Longwood welcomes artists with ties to, and showcasing the cultures of, Mediterranean climates from around the world. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. Times and tickets, LongwoodGardens.org.
Murder Mystery Dinner Theater at Mount Hope Mansion
This is an interactive who-done-it dinner theater, so put on your hats, place your bets and make sure your juleps are strong—there’s a mystery to solve. 2775 Lebanon Rd., Manheim. Times and tickets, PARenFaire.com.
Brandywine Museum of Art
“Robert Frank & Todd Webb: Across America, 1955.” 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford. Wed–Mon, 9:30 to 4:30. $8–$20. Brandywine.org.
Brandywine Museum of Art Presents …
“Tell Me a Story Where the Bad Girl Wins: The Life and Art of Barbara Shermund.” The exhibition spotlights the career of one of the first women cartoonists to work for The New Yorker magazine, which marks its 100th anniversary this year. Over 75 original drawings by Barbara Shermund highlight her takes on modern womanhood […]
Delaware Art Museum
Mar. 1–July 27, “Inked Impressions: Etchings in the Age of Whistler.” Mar. 15–Sept. 7, “Marisol to Warhol: Printmaking and Creative Collaboration.” 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.
Spring Blooms at Longwood Gardens
It’s the season of fresh beginnings and Longwood beckons. Check the calendar on their website for special events. New this year: Apr. 15 & 22, Spring Break Tuesdays. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. Regular hours, Wed–Mon, 10 to 6, closed Tues. Timed tickets, $17–$32. LongwoodGardens.org.
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
Apr. 2, An Evening with Tom Rush; Apr. 6, West Chester Dance Works; Apr. 10, The Laugh Lounge with Tim Hayes; Apr. 12, High Noon—A Tribute to Lynyrd Skynyrd Band; Apr. 17, Haily Brinnel Quintet; Apr. 18, Uptown’s Classical Happy Hour: An Evening of Strings and Stories, 6 pm; Apr. 18, The Four C Notes, […]
At The Grand in Wilmington
Apr. 3, Marc Cohn; Apr. 4, Both Sides Now: The Music and Lives of Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen; Apr. 5, “Japanese Storytelling with Magical Masks, Mime and Music” by Kuniko Yamamoto; Apr. 7, Toast—The Ultimate Bread Experience; Apr. 18, Stanley Jordan Plays The Dead; Apr. 25, The Fab Four: The Ultimate Tribute; May 2, […]
Bird-in-Hand Stage
Apr. 3–Aug. 2, “The Rise and Fall of Miss Fannie’s Biscuits.” Apr. 12–Oct. 18, Ryan & Friends: Lifetime of Laughter. 2760 #A Old Philadelphia Pk., Bird-in-Hand. Times and tickets, 717-768-1568; Bird-In-Hand.com/Stage.
“The Little Mermaid” at SALT Performing Arts
Journey under the sea in this production complete with real water. Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s love story and the Disney classic animated film, with music. Bring cans and pouches of tuna (mermaid-safe brands, please) for the Chester County Food Bank. SALT West Chester, 19 Hagerty Blvd., West Chester. Times and tickets, SALTPA.com.
The Keswick Theatre
Apr. 5, Joe Conklin with City Rhythm Orchestra; Apr. 11 & 12, 69 Love Songs 25th Anniversary Tour—The Magnetic Fields; Apr. 18, The Rascals; Apr. 26, 10,000 Maniacs. 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. Visit website for more. Times and tickets, KeswickTheatre.com.
At The Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville
Apr. 5, Benise—25 Years of Passion; Apr. 11, Broken Arrow—The Music of Neil Young; Apr. 12, Total Mass Retain—YES Tribute Band; Apr. 16, The Greatest Moments in Philadelphia Sports History; Apr. 24, Blackmore’s Night with The Wizards Consort; Apr. 25, back to Back To Black: the Amy Winehouse Celebration; Apr. 26, 6th Annual Earth Day […]
“Birthday Candles” at People’s Light
Take a journey through 80+ years of Ernestine Ashworth’s life, from her 17th to her 101st birthdays, marked by her mother’s golden butter cake and a kaleidoscope of experiences. 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern. Times and tickets, PeoplesLight.org.
American Music Theatre
Here are just a few—check the website for more: Apr. 5, Melissa Etheridge; Apr. 17, The Temptations & The Four Tops; Apr. 18, Bonnie Raitt; May 3, Stayin’ Alive: One Night of the Bee Gees; May 17, Trisha Yearwood; June 22, Take Me Home: The Music of John Denver. 2425 Lincoln Hwy. E., Lancaster. Times […]
“Dear Evan Hansen” at The Playhouse
The musical takes a look at our complex, interconnected and social media-filled lives. 1007 N. Market St., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-888-0200; TheGrandWilmington.org.
Dutch Apple Theatre
Apr. 11–May 17, “Fiddler on the Roof.” May 23–June 21, “We Will Rock You” music of Queen. 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-898-1900; DutchApple.com.
At The Fulton
Apr. 11–May 11, “Anastasia: The Musical.” June 13–July 20, “Cats.” 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397-7425; TheFulton.org.
Stoneleigh Native Plant Sale
Shop from a selection of carefully curated native plants to add beauty and biodiversity to your garden. Check the website to choose your day for pickup at Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden. Apr. 12, virtual shopping day for members; Apr. 13, shopping day for all. 1829 E. County Line Rd., Villanova. Natural-Lands-PlantSale.MyShopify.com.
Valley Forge Revolutionary 5-Mile Run
A challenge for runners of all skill levels happening over National Park Week. Benefits VF National Historical Park. To register, ValleyForge.org/Revolutionary-Run.
Main Point Book Club
Apr. 3, “Barely Visible: Mothering a Son Through His Misunderstood Autism” by Kathleen Somers, 6:30. Fiction Book Group: Apr. 15, “The Frozen River” by Ariel Lawhon, 1 pm. NonFiction Book Group: Apr. 24, “Rising Out of Hatred” by Eli Salow, 7 pm. 116 N. Wayne Ave., Wayne. MainPointBooks.com.
“Stompin’ at the Savoy” at Delaware Theatre Company
A coming-of-age tale inspired by the story of dance legend Norma Miller. 200 Water St., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-594-1100; DelawareTheatre.org.
Wellington Square Bookshop
Classics Book Club: Apr. 2, “Beloved” by Toni Morrison, 2 pm. NonFiction Book Group: Apr. 3, “Astor: The Rise and Fall of an American Fortune ” by Anderson Cooper, 7 pm. Fiction Book Group: Apr. 16 & 17, “Lady Tan’s Circle of Women: A Novel” by Lisa See, Wed, 2 pm, Thurs, 2 & 7 […]
Reads & Company
The Big Reads Book Group: Apr. 2, “The Dream Hotel” by Laila Lalami. International Voices Book Group: Apr. 9, “Dust Child” by Que Mai Phan Nguyen. Kiss and Tell Romance Book Group: Apr. 16, “Deep End” by Ali Hazelwood. Then and Now Book Group: Apr. 22, “I, Claudius” by Robert Graves. The What’s the Tea? […]
Wellington Square Bookshop
Classics Book Club: Apr. 2, “Beloved” by Toni Morrison, 2 pm. NonFiction Book Group: Apr. 3, “Astor: The Rise and Fall of an American Fortune ” by Anderson Cooper, 7 pm. Fiction Book Group: Apr. 16 & 17, “Lady Tan’s Circle of Women: A Novel” by Lisa See, Wed, 2 pm, Thurs, 2 & 7 […]
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.
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Chester County History Center—True Crime on Trial
Chester County History Center—True Crime on Trial
Take a deep dive into one of Chester County’s most controversial cases. Historians from the staff of CCHC will present all the evidence and give you a chance to reach a verdict. Apr. 16, Victory Brewing, 3127 Lower Valley Rd., Parkesburg. May 20, Victory Brewing, 420 Acorn Ln., Downingtown. 6 to 9. $20. MyCCHC.org.
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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
Listening In—Family Concert at Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
Listening In—Family Concert at Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
Bring the family for an afternoon when classical music meets creative storytelling. Children are encouraged to listen, dance and engage with music that spans playful stories to profound melodies. 226 N. High St., West Chester. 4 pm. Donation when you book your seats. UptownWestChester.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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Downingtown Farmers Market
Downingtown Farmers Market
Log Cabin Field, Kerr Park, Pennsylvania Ave., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com
The Lights Festival at Plantation Field
The Lights Festival at Plantation Field
Ignite your personalized sky lantern and let it take flight. Enjoy food, live music, dancing and the breathtaking sight of lighting the sky with thousands of lanterns. 1537 W. Doe Run Rd., Kennett Square. Gates open at 4:45 pm. $43–$68, includes lantern kit. Ages 4–12 receive a Fun Kit (no lantern). $30 parking. TheLightsFest.com.