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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.
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 July 13, “Tell me a Story Where the Bad Girl Wins: The Life and Art of Barbara Shermund.” 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.
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.
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.
“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.
“Little Shop of Horrors” at People’s Light
Follow an unfortunate florist who unwittingly cultivates a singing botanical menace. 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern. Times and tickets, PeoplesLight.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.
Celtic Fling and Highland Games
Enjoy traditional pipe bands and Celtic rock bands. Savor delicious Celtic cuisine, fresh brewed ales, wines, ciders and more. Mount Hope Estate & Winery, 2775 Lebanon Rd., Manheim. Fri night concert, at 5, $29.95; Sat–Sun, gates open at 11 am, $13.95–$33.95. PARenFaire.com.
Wellington Square Bookshop
Classics Book Club: July 2, “Waiting for Godot: A Tragicomedy in Two Acts” by Samuel Beckett, 2 pm. NonFiction Book Group: July 3, “Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder” by Salman Rushdie, 7 pm. Fiction Book Group: July 16 & 17, “Go as River” by Shelley Read, Wed, 2 pm; Thurs, 2 & 7 pm. […]
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.
Upper Merion Concerts Under the Stars
July 3, Lotus with Circles Around the Sun & Ghost-Note; July 5, Indigo Girls with Dar Williams and The Milk Carton Kids; July 6, Railroad Earth, Yonder Mountain String Band, Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country; July 10, Dawes with Phosphorescent: July 11, The Legendary Wailers with Junior Marvin; July 19, Trevor Hall; July 23, The High […]
Wellington Square Bookshop
Classics Book Club: July 2, “Waiting for Godot: A Tragicomedy in Two Acts” by Samuel Beckett, 2 pm. NonFiction Book Group: July 3, “Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder” by Salman Rushdie, 7 pm. Fiction Book Group: July 16 & 17, “Go as River” by Shelley Read, Wed, 2 pm; Thurs, 2 & 7 pm. […]
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 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.
Narberth Fireworks
Community Park, between Windsor, N. Wynnewood & Haverford Aves. NarberthFireworks.org.
Wawa Welcome America Celebration
Phila. Museum of Art, 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy. July4thPhilly.com.
Wilmington’s Celebration Fireworks
Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park on the Riverfront. InWilmDE.com/Events.
Hockessin 4th of July Festival and Fireworks
A community tradition for almost 50 years, the day begins with neighborhood relays in the morning, the parade in the afternoon and an amazing fireworks display at dusk. Visit website for details, Hockessin4th.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.
Kennett Flash
July 5, Dirk Quinn Band; July 12, Riot Act: A Tribute to Pearl Jam; July 19, Street Survivors: A Lynyrd Skynyrd Experience; July 26, Tray Wellington Band. 102 Sycamore Alley, Kennett Square. Visit website for more. Times and tickets, 484-732-8295; KennettFlash.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.
West Goshen Summer Concert Series
West Goshen Summer Concert Series
June 22, The Chatterband; June 29, The Sam Stinson Band. Bring dry goods for West Chester Food Cupboard. West Goshen Community Park, N. Five Points and Fern Hill Rds., West Chester. Concerts through Aug. 24. 6:30. Free. WestGoshen.org.
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 Books
Main Point Books
July 1, Find Waldo opening event. Book Launch: “The Unraveling of Julia” by Lisa Scottoline, 7 pm. Fiction Book Group: July 15, “The Postcard” by Anne Berest, 1 pm. NonFiction Book Group: July 31, “Miracles and Wonder: The Historical Mystery of Jesus” by Elaine Pagels, 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.
Underground Railroad in West Chester Walking Tours
Underground Railroad in West Chester Walking Tours
Visit eight locations in downtown West Chester and learn about the conductors, financiers and stations that made the Underground Railroad possible. Discover the stories of those who made it to freedom and settled in West Chester. Chester County History Center, 225 N. High St., West Chester. 6 pm. $17.25. DowntownWestChester.com.
Summer Concert Series at Anson B. Nixon Park
Summer Concert Series at Anson B. Nixon Park
July 2, Renasci; July 9, The Whitney Project; July 16, Cordelia Blue; July 23, Carly Simmons; July 30, The Late Ambitions; Aug, 6, Bones Brigade. 405 N. Walnut St., Kennett Square. 6:30 pm. Free. AnsonBNixonPark.org.
Reads & Company
Reads & Company
The Big Reads Book Group: July 2, “The Road to Tender Hearts” by Annie Hartnett. International Voices Book Group: July 9, “Four Treasures of the Sky” by Jenny Tinghui Zhang. Kiss and Tell Romance Book Group: July 16, “Great Big Beautiful Life” by Emily Henry. Then and Now Book Group: July 22, “Martyr!” by Kaveh […]
Eagleview Farmers Market
Eagleview Farmers Market
Eagleview Town Center, Wellington Square, Exton. Thurs. 3 to 7. 610-836-1391; GrowingRootsPartners.com
Sculpture Garden Happy Hour at Delaware Art Museum
Sculpture Garden Happy Hour at Delaware Art Museum
Summer series features live music, local brews, lawn games, wine, cocktails and food vendors. 2301 Kentmere Pkwy. N. Terrace, Copeland Sculpture Garden, Wilmington. 5 to 7:30 pm. Free. DelArt.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.
Garrett Hill–Rosemont 4th of July Parade
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 am. The parade ends at Clem Macrone Park, where there will be entertainment, refreshments and games. GarrettHillPA.com.
Lititz Fourth of July Celebration
Lititz Fourth of July Celebration
Create new memories at this celebration featuring entertainment, a baby parade, Kids Zone, a dance party, great food and more. Rain date July 5. Lititz Springs Park, 24 Broad St., Lititz. 9:30 am. $8–$20. Lititz4thOfJuly.com.
Pottstown Go Fourth! Festival
Pottstown Go Fourth! Festival
Bring the family for live music, hot air balloon rides, food trucks, beer garden, vendors and more. Memorial Park, 75 W. King St., Pottstown, 3 to 9:30 pm. PottstownGoFourth.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.
Downtown West Chester Summer Concert Series
Downtown West Chester Summer Concert Series
July 4, Kitchen Sink at Chester County Courthouse; Gardyn Jazz Orchestra at Jack Loew Plaza at 44 West. Aug. 1, Dave Wilson Power Trio at CC Courthouse; Acrobat Alley at the Jack Loew Plaza. 5:30 pm. Free. DowntownWestChester.com.
4th of July Celebration at Wilson Farm Park
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.
4th of July Celebration at Wilson Farm Park
4th of July Celebration at Wilson Farm Park
Bring your lawn chairs and a picnic and enjoy great music from Just For Fun DJ, Joe Griffith. Fireworks begin at dusk. Food trucks and Kona Ice will be available. 500 Lee Blvd., Wayne. 7:15 to 9:15 pm. Tredyffrin.org/Departments/Parks-Recreation.
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
Underground Railroad in West Chester Walking Tours
Underground Railroad in West Chester Walking Tours
Visit eight locations in downtown West Chester and learn about the conductors, financiers and stations that made the Underground Railroad possible. Discover the stories of those who made it to freedom and settled in West Chester. Chester County History Center, 225 N. High St., West Chester. 6 pm. $17.25. DowntownWestChester.com.