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“Cooking with the Calamari Sisters” at Delaware Theatre Company
Delaware Theatre Company 200 Water St., WilmingtonUptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center 226 N. High St., West ChesterJuneteenth Celebration in West Chester
Charles A Melton Arts & Ed Center 501 E. Miner St, West ChesterWeek of Events
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.
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.
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 […]
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.
Festival of Fountains at Longwood
Revisit nature and revel in brilliant blooms to stunning vistas from the Conservatory Overlook as you watch dancing fountains. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. Thurs–Sat, 9:15 pm. $18–$25. 610-388-1000; LongwoodGardens.org.
Brandywine Museum of Art
Through June 15, “Andrew Wyeth: Human Nature.” Through Sept. 7, “This Earthen Door: Nature as Muse and Material.” 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford. Wed–Mon, 9:30 to 4:30. $8–$20. Brandywine.org.
Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport
Gather your family or closest friends and visit 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.
“Cooking with the Calamari Sisters” at Delaware Theatre Company
Hilarity, failed dishes and food during this live “broadcast” of a cooking show. 200 Water St., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-594-1100; DelawareTheatre.org.
The Keswick Theatre
June 4, Joan Osborne; June 7, That Motown Band; June 15, Robin Trower; June 21, Get The Led Out. 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. Visit website for more. KeswickTheatre.com.
Kennett Flash
June 5, Seth Walker with special guest Chris Kasper; June 13, Better Than Bacon; June 20, Dead Letter Office: A Tribute to R.E.M.; June 28, Gordon Sterling and The People. 102 Sycamore Alley, Kennett Square. Visit website for more. Times and tickets, 484-732-8295; KennettFlash.org.
At The Grand in Wilmington
June 6, Both Sides Now: the music and lives of Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen; June 7, The Taylor Swift Experience; June 26, The Allman Betts Band; June 30, Diana Krall. 818 N. Market St., Wilmington. Visit website for more. TheGrandWilmington.org.
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
June 6, “That’s Life” starring Tony Sands; June 7, Whammer Jammer: J. Geils Band Tribute; June 13, Griese: Sweet Baby James; June 22, Kanin Wren: Taylor Swift Experience; June 28, Green River: The Ultimate CCR John Fogerty Tribute Show. 226 N. High St. More shows, tickets and times, UptownWestChester.org.
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 concerts. Rose Tree Park, Rt. 252 & Providence Rd., Upper Providence. Free. DelcoPA.gov/Departments/Parks/SummerFestival.html.
Chester County Balloon Festival
Balloons from all over the country are highlighted, along with a Special Shaped Balloon Rodeo, untethered and tethered balloon rides, and a walk-thru balloon. In addition, you’ll enjoy a beer garden, live music, great food, crafts, kid zone and more. The festival benefits the Scouting America Troop 52, Chester County Hero Fund, local police, fire […]
“Cats” at Fulton Theatre
The theater will be transformed into an abandoned amusement park that will surround the audience, delivering Andrew Lloyd Webber’s classic in a magical new light. 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397-7425; TheFulton.org.
Open-Air Market in West Chester
Four blocks of Gay Street (from Matlack to Darlington Street) are closed to vehicles so everyone can enjoy 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.
Schuylkill River Sojourn
The annual 112-mi. guided canoe/kayak trip begins in Schuylkill Haven and ends at Philadelphia’s Boathouse Row. Participants paddle 14–18 miles per day. Register for one day or more or the entire week. Meals, camping arrangements and shuttle service included. $120–$720. SchuylkillRiver.org/Sojourn.
Father’s Day Express
Take Dad on a 90-minute round-trip train ride from West Chester to Glen Mills and return on his special day. Explore the historic Glen Mills train station as well as the picnic grove along the Chester Creek. West Chester Railroad, 230 E. Market St., West Chester. $20–$25. Dads ride for a special reduced fare, $5. […]
Juneteenth in Kennett Square
June 19 – Juneteenth Jubilee. Learn about the significance of Juneteenth and enjoy live performances from local artists. 100 State St. 5 to 9. CultureChesCo.org. June 15 – Kennett Underground Railroad Bus Tour, 1 pm. Kennett Heritage Center, 120 N. Union St. KennettUndergroundRR.org. June 20 – Comedy performance and interview with comedian Preacher Lawson at […]
Dining Under the Stars in Media
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.
Wellington Square Bookshop
Classics Book Club: June 4, “The Ministry of Utmost Happiness” by Arundhati Roy, 2 pm. NonFiction Book Group: June 5, “The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat: And Other Clinical Tales” by Oliver Sacks, 7 pm. Fiction Book Group: June 18 & 19, “The One-In-A-Million Boy” by Monica Wood. 549 Wellington Sq., Exton. […]
Wellington Square Bookshop
Classics Book Club: June 4, “The Ministry of Utmost Happiness” by Arundhati Roy, 2 pm. NonFiction Book Group: June 5, “The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat: And Other Clinical Tales” by Oliver Sacks, 7 pm. Fiction Book Group: June 18 & 19, “The One-In-A-Million Boy” by Monica Wood. 549 Wellington Sq., Exton. […]
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.
Annual Pottstown Rumble
Premier grass doubles volleyball tournament, attracting nationally ranked pros, amateurs and even kids. For spectators, there’s a great selection of food, a beer tent and vendors. Main field at Memorial Park, 75 W. King St., Pottstown. $10; children under 12 free. PottstownRumble.com.
Movies in the Park
Pack a picnic, blanket, chairs and the family, and enjoy a movie, TBD. Food trucks on site. June 20, Veterans Memorial Park, 315 Viet Alley. Aug. 15, Hoopes Park, 700 Hoopes Park Ln. Starts at dusk. West-Chester.com.
Open-Air Market in West Chester
Four blocks of Gay Street (from Matlack to Darlington Street) are closed to vehicles so everyone can enjoy 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.
PA Guild of Craftsmen Summer Fine Craft Fair
Artisans offer contemporary fine crafts including jewelry, functional and decorative pottery, men’s and women’s wearables and upscale home furnishings. Foundry 48 Event Center, 100 W. Millport Rd., Lititz. Daily, 10 to 5. $15. PACrafts.org.
Juneteenth Celebration in West Chester
Juneteenth Celebration in West Chester
Music, speakers, performances. 1 to 4. The Charles A. Melton Center, 501 E. Miner St. #JuneteenthFestival. More events to come. Visit CultureChesCo.org.
Brandywine Polo
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. Canceled for rain or extreme heat. 610-268-8692; BrandywinePolo.com.
Miller Park Summer Concert Series
Miller Park Summer Concert Series
June 15, Greaseband; June 29, Jess Zimmerman Band. Concerts through Aug. 24. Food trucks and 50/50 raffle at concerts. Albert C. Miller Memorial Park, 220 Miller Way, Exton. 6 pm. Free. WestWhiteland.org.
Bryn Mawr Twilight Concerts
Bryn Mawr Twilight Concerts
June 6, Over the Hillbillies (free); June 15, Rhett Miller; June 20, Livingston Taylor; June 21, Chris Smither; June 27, The Point 20 Year Reunion. Concerts through Sept. 5. The Gazebo, 9 S. Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr. 7 pm. $18. BrynMawrTwilightConcerts.com.
Long’s Park Summer Music Series
Long’s Park Summer Music Series
June 1, David Uosikkinen’s In The Pocket; June 8, Della Mae; June 15, Alsarah and the Nubatones; June 22, Skerryvore; June 29, The U.S. Army Band, “Pershing’s Own.” Concerts through Aug. 17. Long’s Park Amphitheater, Rt. 30 & Harrisburg Pk., Lancaster. 7:30 pm. LongsPark.org.
Main Point Book Club
Main Point Book Club
Fiction Book Group: June 17, “All We Were Promised” by Ashton Lattimore, 1 pm. Fiction Book Group: June 26, “Soil: the Story of a Black Mother’s Garden” by Camille T. Dungy, 7 pm. 116 N. Wayne Ave., Wayne. MainPointBooks.com.
Lancaster County Farmers Market
Lancaster County Farmers Market
389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com.
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 $5 beers, $6 wines and $7 cocktails plus half-price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Summer Nights at Hagley
Summer Nights at Hagley
Bring the whole family and a picnic for summer fun in a beautiful outdoor setting. Or sample local food trucks. Dogfish Head craft beer and Woodside Farm Creamery ice cream are available for purchase. 200 Hagley Creek Rd., Wilmington. 5 to 8 pm. $5. Hagley.org.
Surrey’s Premier Garden Party
Surrey’s Premier Garden Party
Enjoy cocktails, conversation and light supper as you support Surrey’s work for older adults in the community. Celebrate with the “Best of the Blooms” competition featuring local designer arrangements, a silent auction, Scotch tasting and more. The Scottish Highlands at Bryn Clovis, 749 Sugartown Rd., Malvern. 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. $150. SurreyServices.org.
Reads & Company
Reads & Company
The Big Reads Book Group: June 4, “Madame Sosostris and the Festival for the Brokenhearted” by Ben Okri. International Voices Book Group: June 11, “We Have Always Been Here” by Samra Habib. Kiss and Tell Romance Book Group: June 18, “When the Tides Held the Moon” by Venessa Vida Kelley. Then and Now Book Group: […]
Eagleview Farmers Market
Eagleview Farmers Market
Eagleview Town Center, Wellington Square, Exton. Thurs. 3 to 7. 610-836-1391; GrowingRootsPartners.com
Music at Marshall Square Park
Music at Marshall Square Park
Picnic concerts with food trucks opening at 5 pm. Music at 6:30. Sin Brothers perform. Concerts through Aug. 21. Check website for weather updates. 200 E. Marshall St. Free. MarshallSquarePark.org.
Third Thursdays on State Street in Kennett Square
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 every third Thursday. KennettCollaborative.org.
Summer in the Park Concerts at Wilson Farm Park
Summer in the Park Concerts at Wilson Farm Park
June 12, Tim Williams Band; June 19, Almost There; June 26, Basic Cable. Concerts through summer. Wilson Farm Park, 500 Lee Rd., Chesterbrook. 7 pm. Free. Tredyffrin.org/Departments/Parks.
Lancaster County Farmers Market
Lancaster County Farmers Market
389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com.
Brandywine Polo
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. Canceled for rain or extreme heat. 610-268-8692; BrandywinePolo.com.
Bryn Mawr Twilight Concerts
Bryn Mawr Twilight Concerts
June 6, Over the Hillbillies (free); June 15, Rhett Miller; June 20, Livingston Taylor; June 21, Chris Smither; June 27, The Point 20 Year Reunion. Concerts through Sept. 5. The Gazebo, 9 S. Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr. 7 pm. $18. BrynMawrTwilightConcerts.com.
Upper Merion Concerts Under the Stars
Upper Merion Concerts Under the Stars
June 6, An American Classic: Bruce vs. Petty Born to Run Down The Dream; June 13, Steve Earle; June 14, Aimee Mann; June 20, Spafford; June 21, Jealousy Curve: June 28, Strand of Oaks. Concerts through Sept. 14. Township Bldg. Park, 175 W. Valley Forge Rd., King of Prussia. 7 pm. Visit website for tickets. […]
Media 5-Mile Race
Media 5-Mile Race
Benefits community outreach with proceeds to area nonprofits. Kids’ Free Fun Runs at 6 pm, Barrall Park and Field, State & Edgemont Sts. Main race at 7 pm, State St. and Veterans Square. Street Party after race on Veterans Square. $45. Media5MileRace.com.
Friday Night Lights
Friday Night Lights
Live music and refreshments under the evening sky. Benefits Natural Lands. ChesLen Preserve, 1199 Cannery Rd., Coatesville. 7 to 10 pm. $47. NatLands.org.
Lancaster County Farmers Market
Lancaster County Farmers Market
389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com.
Malvern Farmers Market
Malvern Farmers Market
Warren Ave. & Roberts Rd., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com.
Downingtown Farmers Market
Downingtown Farmers Market
Log Cabin Field, Kerr Park, Pennsylvania Ave., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com
Family Fun Day at DE Museum of Nature & Science
Family Fun Day at DE Museum of Nature & Science
Get outdoors for a fun family day, with community partners hosting a variety of activities in the museum’s backyard. You can interact with live birds from around the world and have your face painted. Event is outside (weather permitting). 4840 Kennett Pk., Wilmington. 10 to 2. $15.50. DelMNS.org/Events.
Phoenixville Summer Garden Tour
Phoenixville Summer Garden Tour
Dig into summer with this self-guided tour of private gardens throughout Phoenixville. This year’s tour spotlights kitchen gardens, herbs and edible landscapes. Benefits Phoenixville Area Transition and the Phoenixville Senior Center. Starts at the senior center, 153 Church St., Phoenixville. 10 to 2. $20. GiveButter.com/PlantJoy.
Family Fest at The American Helicopter Museum
Family Fest at The American Helicopter Museum
Family fun with helicopter rides, classic cars and motorcycle show, food trucks, inflatable games, static aircraft displays, music and more. 1220 American Blvd. 10 to 3. $20; under 5, free. HelicopterMuseum.org.
Home and Garden Tours at Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden
Home and Garden Tours at Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden
Dazzling displays of native plants, ancient trees and landscape designs are highlighted, along with a tour of the spectacular Tudor Revival Main House. 1829 E. County Line Rd., Villanova. 10:30 to noon. $15. StoneleighGarden.org.
World Music Day
World Music Day
Showcasing local musical talent. Stroll through town and listen to musicians perform on street corners, sidewalks, plazas and more. 11:30 am to 9 pm. Free. DowntownWestChester.com.
Bryn Mawr Twilight Concerts
Bryn Mawr Twilight Concerts
June 6, Over the Hillbillies (free); June 15, Rhett Miller; June 20, Livingston Taylor; June 21, Chris Smither; June 27, The Point 20 Year Reunion. Concerts through Sept. 5. The Gazebo, 9 S. Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr. 7 pm. $18. BrynMawrTwilightConcerts.com.
Upper Merion Concerts Under the Stars
Upper Merion Concerts Under the Stars
June 6, An American Classic: Bruce vs. Petty Born to Run Down The Dream; June 13, Steve Earle; June 14, Aimee Mann; June 20, Spafford; June 21, Jealousy Curve: June 28, Strand of Oaks. Concerts through Sept. 14. Township Bldg. Park, 175 W. Valley Forge Rd., King of Prussia. 7 pm. Visit website for tickets. […]