Around Town March 2

Posted by ChaddsFordLive on March 2, 2023

Rhythm Of The Dance takes the stage at West Chester University on Tuesday, March 14.

• The worldwide Irish Music and Dance spectacular, Rhythm Of The Dance will take the stage at West Chester University on Tuesday, March 14, at 7 p.m. Tickets are now on sale to the public here or at 610-436-2266. The event takes place in the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Philips Memorial Building, 700 S. High Street, West Chester.

• The Chadds Ford Historical Society’s 2023 lecture series has begun. The series entitled "Powerful Influences of the Brandywine Valley" takes place at the society on March 2, April 6, and May 4 at 7 p.m. The cost is $10, free for members. For more information, or to pre-purchase tickets, please contact Sandi Johnson at the office at 610-388-7376 or email events@chaddsfordhistory.org. More information is also available here.

• We all know about sunbathing, but what about forest bathing or, in Japanese, shinrin-yoku. Forest bathing is rooted in the traditional Japanese reverence for the natural world and is dedicated to promoting health, happiness, and a sense of awe. Mt. Cuba Center is offering an in-person class on forest bathing from 9 a.m. to noon on Sunday, March 12. Discover how to unlock the door to new connections and intimacy with the environment through this guided meditation. Dress for the weather and bring a water bottle and a snack, a light backpack to carry your belongings, and something comfortable to sit on in case of wet ground. The instructor is Anisa George, a permaculture designer and certified guide through the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides. The cost is $39. Register here.

Scholarship applications are now being taken.

• The Chadds Ford Township Residents’ Association is now accepting applications from township students for the association’s 2023 scholarship program. To qualify, the student must be a Chadds Ford Township resident and be graduating high school in 2023. To apply, go here by April 1 and download the application.

• The Brandywine Battlefield Park will celebrate the commonwealth’s 342nd birthday on Sunday, March 12, by offering free admission. Visitors to Brandywine Battlefield Park that day can see interpreters demonstrating 18 h century trades, watch our 18-minute orientation video, and tour our museum. Additionally, our historic homes, the Benjamin Ring House (Washington’s Headquarters) and the Gideon Gilpin House will be available for tour. The event runs from noon to 3 p.m. The Park closes at 4 p.m.

• The Sanderson Museum in Chadds Ford Township is reopening this weekend. The museum at 1755 Creek Road will be open from noon to 4 p.m. each weekend until November. Admission is $10. The Sanderson is also looking for volunteers. Anyone interested in becoming a volunteer should fill out a volunteer form here.