Around Town Aug 17

Posted by ChaddsFordLive on August 17, 2023

Learn about the largest edible fruit native to the United States at Mt. Cuba Center on Sept. 17.

• The Mt. Cuba Center is offering a class on growing pawpaw trees that bear the, largest edible fruit native to the United States, a fruit that’s creamy texture and banana-meets-mango flavor is gaining popularity with people interested in growing their own food. Join plant breeder Rodney Dever of Peterson Pawpaws as he recounts the fascinating lore and natural history of pawpaws, discusses how to grow them in your yard, and reviews various products made from the fruit. Sample this uniquely flavored delicacy and leave with a new appreciation of the “Susquehanna Banana.” This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center from 1-4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 17. The cost is $55. Register here.

Who’s buried at Oakland Cemetery in West Chester? Some of the names are familiar: Darlington, Butler, Everhart. Learn more on Sept. 3 and 17.

• The Chester County History Center is hosting a walking tour of Oakland Cemetery on two Sundays in September, Sept. 3 and 17, from 1-2:30 p.m. As you walk the streets of West Chester, you'll see names like Darlington, Butler, and Everhart. But do you know the history behind the names? Many of West Chester's leading citizens are buried at Oaklands Cemetery (founded 1854), but there are many stories that remain untold. Join the education staff of the Chester County History Center to learn true tales of the soldiers, statesmen, lawyers, doctors, musicians, athletes, artists, and more that found their final rest at this garden cemetery outside of West Chester, Pennsylvania. This event is a partnership between Chester County History Center and Oaklands Cemetery; funds raised will support CCHC's ongoing programming and Oakland's Perpetual Care Fund. The cost is $20 per person. Get tickets here.

• The Oxford Arts Alliance will host an outdoor food and art market on Sept. 23 at the Glenroy Preserve from 3-7 p.m. The Artisan Market is a way to get a chance to try some of the best culinary experiences that Southern Chester County has to offer all in one place. Attendees can sample jams and jellies made from locally sourced ingredients, custom charcuterie boards and grazing tables, local wine, and more. Amidst the food and drink, local artists will have custom prints and works available. To get your tickets and support local arts and culture, go here.

The Philadelphia Orchestra will perform at Longwood Gardens on Sept. 27.

• The Philadelphia Orchestra is coming to Longwood Gardens in September. The recently named BBC Music Magazine’s Orchestra of the Year — presents an evening of Bach, Mendelssohn, and more in the Open Air Theatre on Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 7:30 p.m. The program includes Bach — Concerto for Two Violins, and Mendelssohn — Symphony No. 4. Reserved seating ranges from $54 to $84. Go here for tickets.

Australian sisters, Dozzi, will perform at Penn Oaks as part of a fundraiser for the United Way of Chester County.

• United Way of Chester County has announced the highly anticipated return of their Live United in Music event on Thursday, Sept. 28 at 5:30 p.m. at Penn Oaks Golf Club, featuring Australian sisters, Dozzi. This event will benefit the United Way of Chester County’s Community Impact & Innovation Fund. Tickets are $200 per person and include a cocktail reception with an open bar, hors d’oeuvres, dinner, and performance, and 100 percent of each ticket sold will benefit the UWCC’s Community Impact & Innovation Fund. ($175 of the cost is tax deductible). Don't miss out on this opportunity to experience the power of community, the joy of music, and the satisfaction of making a difference. Limited corporate sponsorships are still available. To purchase tickets and learn more about sponsorship opportunities, visit www.LiveUnitedinMusic.com or call 610-429-9400.