Around Town Jan. 24

Posted by ChaddsFordLive on January 23, 2013

• Upland Country Day School, a coeducational, independent day school in Kennett Square, is hosting an open house for students, families and community members on Wednesday, Feb. 6, from 9 a.m. to noon. The open house is an opportunity for families and members of the community to visit the 23-acre campus, observe teachers and students in action on a typical day, and get an overview of Upland’s culture, curriculum and programs. Upland serves students in pre-K through ninth grade. For more information on Upland Country Day School and the open house, call 610-444-3035 or visit www.uplandcds.org

• The Chadds Ford Gallery presents a new exhibit, The Blues Brothers, beginning Feb 8. The exhibit features the works of brothers Glenn and Bruce Blue. The gallery has previously featured the works of Glenn Blue, a former Pennsylvania state trooper.

• Darlington Arts Center in Concord Township will hold a series of dance and visual art workshops, including opportunities for kids and adults, as a creative way to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Enjoy an artistic experience with a friend or loved one, or create authentic works of art for your Valentine this year. Pre-registration is required for all workshops. Events are scheduled for Feb. 8, 9 and 15. They include making Kirigami Valentines for kids 7-12, a Princess Dance Workshop for youngsters 3-6 and a Ballroom Dance Workshop for adults. Call 610-358-3632 for more information or sign up online at www.darlingtonarts.org.

• The Mill at Anselma will celebrate Mardi Gras on Saturday, Feb. 9. New Orleans fare, cocktails, and music by the The Hoppin’ John Orchestra, a 10-member brass band from Philadelphia, are highlights of the evening. The party will be held at Historic Yellow Springs from 7 to 10 p.m. in The Washington, 1701 Art School Road, Chester Springs. The cost is $50 per person with a limited number of tickets available. Reservations can be made by contacting The Mill at Anselma 610-827-1906 or Historic Yellow Springs 610-827-1747 and online at www.yellowsprings.org.

• Tyler Arboretum’s will hold its annual all-you-can-eat Pancake Breakfast and Maple Sugaring Celebration on Saturday, Feb. 23, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. This event features a brisk walk to one of the Arboretum’s sugar maples. Learn how to tap a tree and discover how sap is turned into delicious maple syrup. Then, satisfy your appetite in the historic Barn with a yummy pancake and sausage breakfast. Hot coffee and cocoa accompany this satisfying wintertime feast. The snow date is Saturday, March 2. No pre-registration required. Admission is $12for adults, $6 for children ages 3-12. The event is free for children younger than 3 years old.