Around Town Aug. 15

Posted by ChaddsFordLive on August 14, 2013

• Victoria Wyeth, the only grandchild of iconic artist Andrew Wyeth, donned an apron and jumped into action to create “Spin Art” at the Center for the Creative Arts in Yorklyn, last week to raise scholarships for kids. Working with 4- and 5-year-olds, Wyeth enjoyed squirting acrylic paints onto a turning plate, creating colorful works of art. This project was the brainchild of CCArts instructor Suzan Bergdoll, based on fond summer memories of creating spin art on the Boardwalk. The works created will be used as centerpieces for CCArts annual fund raiser, “Luck of the Draw.” For the past four years Wyeth has helped CCArts raise scholarship funds by emceeing their annual fund raiser, the Luck of the Draw, which will be held on September 28, 2013. This year’s event is generously sponsored by the Back Burner Restaurant, State Line Liquor, PNC Bank and Dansko. For more information, call 302-239-2434, visit www.ccarts.org or stop in at 410 Upper Snuff Mill Row, Yorklyn, DE. Reservations are required and space is limited.

• The Delaware Museum of Natural History's popular adult program, Science After Dark, returns Friday, Aug. 23, from 7-9 p.m. to explore the science behind the 1975 blockbuster film, Jaws. Visitors can grab a drink and learn how the Steven Spielberg film dramatically changed the public perception of sharks and the impact the film continues to have on shark conservation efforts today. University of Delaware ichthyologist Dr. Timothy Targett will explore the public perception of sharks versus the reality, as well as provide guests with general knowledge on sharks. The Museum will also play the full Jaws film in the DuPont Auditorium and play related films, including the 2004 film Open Water in the Hall of Mammals and the 1999 film Deep Blue Sea in the Nature Nook.

• The Kennett Square Resale Book Shoppe, in addition to its ongoing attractions, has a Dog Days of Summer celebration on Saturday, Aug. 24 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Come to the shop with your friendly dog and get a doggie treat and your books half-price. (Special Value books are not included). The Book Shoppe is located at 113 South Union Street and their phone number is 610-444-6069. All proceeds benefit the Kennett Area Senior Center.