Community Calendar

SCCCC WIB was launched  as a networking and educational breakfast program for professional women and offers thought-provoking presentations conducted by SCCCC members.

Meets first Wednesday of the month at 8:30 am at different member locations

Click here  for this month’s program and to register

Hope Explored course

• What: If you could ask God one question, what would it be? Everyone is looking for lasting hope in a chaotic world. Why does life often feel hopeless? What is hope and where is it found? You're invited to join an informal 7-week course called Hope Explored which offers you time to consider life's big questions and a forum to ask your own. A meal and childcare are provided each week.

• Where: Garnet Valley Elementary School (LGI Room)

• When: Wednesdays 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM, Starts April 26th and runs 7 weeks through June 7th.

• Why: In the age of social media, it often seems impossible to have a civil conversation. Hope Explored is a place where people from all backgrounds, religious and irreligious, can have real conversations about the big questions of life.
• How: The entire course is offered free as a gift to you and your family. All you need to do is register at http://explorehopechurch.org/hope-explored

• About us: Hope Presbyterian is a new gospel-centered church coming to the Garnet Valley/Chadds Ford area. Learn more at ExploreHopeChurch.org.

Pastor William C. Stern
Church Planter
Hope Presbyterian Church
explorehopechurch.org
Garnet Valley/Chadds Ford
(610) 715-7492

Visit us after hours for this special program series where guests get to sample local beverages and have a chance to chat with the staff about what's happening at Newlin Grist Mill.

April 13: "Punches & Pizzas"

May 11: "Sea Shanty Singalong"

June 8: "Archaeology"

September 14: "Blacksmithing"

October 12: "Lighting & Libations"
Free; must be 21 or older to attend. No reservations necessary.

Full Moon Owl Prowl

Fri, June 9, 8pm – 9pm

Bucktoe Creek Preserve  (432 Sharp Road  Avondale, PA  19311)

Join naturalist Tim Zador and TLC staff to listen for creatures of the night!  Barred, Screech, and Great Horned Owls have been known to roam the preserve! $10 TLC members; $20 non-members; Free for children under 12

Register online at TLCforSCC.org or call 610-347-0347 x 104

Join us as we explore different aspects of Newlin Grist Mill's unique historical and environmental resources. Get an in-depth look at the site with programs that range from presentations by guest speakers to hands-on workshops. This session, entitled "Cider: Pennsylvania's Once (and Future?) Favorite," will feature a presentation and tasting by Mark Turdo, a historian and the proprietor of Pommel Cyder.

Adults 21 & up; $5 members/$7 non-members. Pre-registration is required.

Eagleview Town Center's annual curated craft & arts festival is back!

Join in the fun on Sunday, June 11th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 
The show this year will feature approximately 40 craft vendors representing many facets of the art/craft movement.

In addition to the bevy of talented crafts persons, CRAFTED will also feature demos from crafters, a focused exhibition, a children's crafting studio, lively music, a lovely selection of food, and local wine & craft beer tastings.

Rally for Fresh Water presented by Axalta Coating Systems

June 11  Registration begins at 1 p.m.
First car to leave the Stroud Water Research Center at 2 p.m.

Finish line party begins at 5 p.m. at the Runnymede Sanctuary

Calling all car enthusiasts and those looking for a great Sunday afternoon drive through the bucolic watersheds of Chester and Lancaster county! Modern or antique - all are welcome on this drive through our countryside. You'll have the opportunity to explore back roads, covered bridges, and see too many farms to count before enjoying a cocktail reception at the beautiful privately-owned Runnymede Sanctuary! Visit www.stroudcenter.org to register your rally team or purchase tickets for the after-party. For questions please contact Jessica Provinski [email protected] or 610-268-2153 x 288.

WATERCOLOR & WINE, Wed, June 14, 6 to 8 pm

Express yourself and paint one of nature's lovliest flowers. No Experience Necessary ~ Let Sally show you how to handle watercolors and take home a beautiful painting. It's FUN and EASY. $35 covers all materials, individualized instruction, a glass o wine, and sparkling conversation!

Wilson Vineyard Gallery and Wayvine Winery & Vineyard

4374 Forge Rd Nottingham, PA 19362

Our monthly Springhouse Storytime series is perfect for any preschooler who loves stories, songs, games, and crafts. Our interactive stories get kids moving and creating in our beautiful springhouse and woodland settings.

In 2017, Springhouse Storytime will take place from 10am to 11am on the following Thursdays:

April 20: Critter Counting
May 18: Sharing
June 15: Colors
July 20: Friendship
August 17: Days of the Week
September 21: Seasons
October 19: Sheep

Cost is $5 for members, $7 for non-members.

Pre-registration is required. To sign up, please email [email protected] or call 610.459.2359.

Tavern Talks is a monthly experience (not a lecture!) aimed exclusively for adults 21 and older that focuses on unexplored aspects of early American history and culture. Guests will experience history with hands-on activities, food and drink tastings, demonstrations, and more.

Tavern Talks takes place at the Chadds Ford Historical Society’s Barns Brinton House, an historic 1714 tavern, located next to the Chaddsford Winery at 630 Baltimore Pike. Admission is $20 for non-members and $15 for members. Tickets must be purchased in advance over the phone, in person or online as space is limited. All attendees must be 21 and older.

Interested in what other topics we will be covering this year? Our other 2017 Tavern Talks include:

June 9 – Quack-ing Up! 18^th Century Medicine

September 14 – Well-Preserved

October 12 – Spirits & Spirits

Join us for this film series, featuring intriguing documentaries surrounding real-life tales of forgery and counterfeiting, hosted by experts involved with the cases. Copeland Lecture Hall.  Reservations suggested.

Hungarian-born Elmyr de Hory (1906–1976) was widely recognized as the most prolific art forger of the twentieth century. His convincing pastiches of modern masters including Picasso, Matisse, Modigliani, Renoir, and others, found their way into prestigious private and public collections on five continents. De Hory's personal assistant, Mark Forgy, lender to Treasures on Trial and author of The Forger's Apprentice - Life with the World's Most Notorious Artist, will be here for a Q&A after our presentation of the 1970 BBC documentary Elmyr, The True Picture? Please join us for some behind-the-scenes insights into the life of this intriguing artist and con man.

The Oxford Arts Alliance celebrates "Jazz in the Vineyard" at their wonderful annual Garden Party fundraiser at Galer Estate Winery in Kennett Square this Friday from 5 to 8 pm.

This year The Oxford Arts Alliance's "Jazz in the Vineyard" art party features the talented Wendi Grantham and her jazz accompanists.  Wendi Grantham is well known as an actress from the TV show "The Wire" but she has always had a passion for singing jazzy, beautiful renditions of classic favorites.  From 5 to 8 p.m. at Galer Estate Winery Wendi will be performing, and there will be dancing, a live art auction, local sculptures and paintings exhibited for sale, delicious food catered by Brandywine Prime and wine, of course, from Galer Estate.  This will be a really fun event, that also helps to support a wonderful local organization. The Oxford Alliance fundraiser is always a much anticipated event, well attended and full of art, artists and a great vibe out on the deck over-looking the vineyard.  For tickets, go online to www.oxfordart.org until Thursday the 15th.

Wilson Vineyard Gallery and Wayvine Winery & Vineyard

4374 Forge Rd Nottingham, PA 19362

Conserved Lands Tour

June 17, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Join us for a guided bus tour exploring a wide array of the historic properties and scenic landscapes permanently protected through the efforts of the Brandywine Conservancy with David Shields, the Conservancy's Associate Director for Land Conservation. This is a free event for our members. Not a member yet? Join now!

Get Your Fairy Wings Ready

This Saturday, June 17, celebrate the beginning of summer and the magic of nature by making a fanciful fairy house.

Natural materials including delicate dried flowers, seeds pods, pine cones, moss, and more will be provided to create an enchanting home. A selection of fairy houses handmade by our volunteers will also be available for sale. All ages are welcome, see you there!

Brandywine River Museum of Art

Public Archaeology Days invite volunteers to assist our professional archaeologists with site excavation, artifact screening and care. Public Archaeology Days currently center on the tailrace of the 1704 Grist Mill and the Archive, formerly a mid-eighteenth century general store.

No registration is required. Free to the public and open to all ages.

Take Me Home Huey is a one-of-a-kind sculptural art installation by artist Steve Maloney that was once a U.S. Army helicopter medevac shot down in Vietnam during a medical rescue in 1969, and later scrapped. Its transformation from boneyard heap to restored glory serves as a mixed-media educational tool with music, an exhibition and a documentary film.

The American Helicopter Museum and Education Center (AHMEC) is proud to host this exceptional exhibit as part of its upcoming annual FatherFest. Working in conjunction with Dave Barron of Light Horse Legacy, Inc., which partnered with Maloney to create the sculpture, AHMEC will offer photo and interview opportunities with the original crew of Huey #174 as it was known during its service, as well as with Barron.

“Wander past the exhibit to feel the emotion it encompasses,” said Barron. “Listen to Veterans speak of things that haven’t come out in decades. Meet the brave men who lived the motto, ‘So that others may live.’ See the film (and) listen to the song. Let me invite you to watch something truly amazing as art heals. You won’t walk away the same.”

Saturday, 6/17:

Exhibit open all day; admission free for Veterans w/ID

10 am – Introduction/Welcome the Crew of Huey #174

11 am – Pinning ceremony for Vietnam Veterans

11:30 am – Take Me Home Huey film screening in theatre

2 pm – Take Me Home Huey film screening in theatre

Sunday, 6/18 (FatherFest):

10 am-3 pm – Exhibit open all day

Crew of Huey #174 available until early afternoon

The American Helicopter Museum and Education Center in the land of industry innovators in the Philadelphia region, is the nation’s premier aviation museum devoted exclusively to helicopters. Established in 1996, the nonprofit organization collects, restores and displays rotary-wing aircraft, including over 35 civilian and military helicopters, autogiros and convertaplanes.

Celebrate the beginning of summer in our award-winning children’s garden!
A full day of excitement, imaginative play, and outdoor fun awaits you in the Enchanted Woods. Storytellers, musicians, face painting, games, crafts, and more will provide the perfect kick off to summer. Members free. Included with admission.

Winterthur
5105 Kennett Pike (Route 52)
Winterthur, DE 19735

For in-car GPS and online mapping services, use: 5105 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE 19807

Home of the Sparrow’s 22^nd Annual, “Jazz on the Main Line” Fundraiser

WHAT: The 22^nd Annual Home of the Sparrow “Jazz on the Main Line” Fundraiser’s theme is “Amore – an evening in Italy”, combining the beautiful atmosphere of a summer night in Italy and all the excitement of Jazz. The event is hosted at the Phelps School in Malvern.

Our guests will enjoy fabulous hors d’oeuvres and a delicious buffet dinner prepared and served by Drexelbrook Catering. The evening’s entertainment will include the incredible sounds of City Rhythm, who has been dazzling audiences for many years with their talented vocalists and extraordinary music.

Additionally, there will be both live and silent auctions with something for everyone. Our auctions include several stunning vacation destinations, such as an exclusive French Chateau and a private Villa in Tuscany. Among our exciting auction items, we have tickets to the sought-after Broadway play ‘Hamilton’, artwork, jewelry, and so much more. A special highlight this year is our raffle prize - a trip to Iceland, the magic land of fire and ice.

This year’s Jazz on the Main Line is a celebration of our achievements in preventing homelessness in Chester County. The funds we raise through Jazz on the Main Line prevent homelessness in times of crisis, transforming the lives of women and children in Chester County. Home of the Sparrow partnered with more than 500 women and children last year, providing supportive housing services. Our goal is to raise $400,000 to help even more single women build better futures for themselves and their families and gain financial self-sufficiency and independence.

For more information please contact Home of the Sparrow at 610-647-4940 or visit our website at www.homeofthesparrow.org.

WHERE:     The Phelps School in Malvern

583 Sugartown Rd,

Malvern, PA 19355

WHEN:        Saturday, June 17, 2017

DETAILS:  For twenty years, Home of the Sparrow has worked to prevent and end homelessness for women and children in Chester County by providing access to housing, education and supportive services.  We believe that every mother and her children have the right to a safe and stable place to call home.  Our unique and innovative programs empower women with the skills they need to rebuild their lives and to support themselves and their families on their own.

On Sunday June 18th, Kennett Square's  Clover Market celebrates its final market of the season, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Genesis Healthcare parking lot at 600 South Broad Street -across from Kennett Square High School.  This is an enormous crafts, vintage antiques ,art, food, beer, wine, music and whole family fun day with over 120 local vendors! What a great way to celebrate Father's Day.  Food trucks will be serving everything from tacos, to barbecue,  ice cream and homemade lemonade. Most of the artisan vendors are local artists and crafts people - too many to list - but so very exciting to see them all in one place for the afternoon!

There is also live music by "Couple Days", face painting, Finding Shelter Animal Rescue, a Tiny Tin Photo Booth and a crafts project arranged by Chester County Art Association.  Kennett Square is the place to be this Sunday! While you are downtown, check out the latest show at Mala Galleria, the newest cool items at Metamorphosis, and grab a coffee at Philter which always has local paintings, sculpture photography on display.

Ditch the boring tie and give Dad something he’ll really love this year at FatherFest at the American Helicopter Museum and Education Center. Hop on a helicopter ride (additional cost), relax in a beer garden provided by Locust Lane Brewery, play games, browse an antique auto show and more. This year’s event features "Take Me Home Huey," a transformed boneyard U.S. Army Huey helicopter that served as an air ambulance during the Vietnam War.

Monday, June 19th from 3-4 pm in the William Penn Room at Barclay Friends

As our communities grow more diverse, understanding each other becomes increasingly essential.  Take this opportunity to get to know your neighbor through a free presentation and discussion about the origins of Islam and an interactive dialogue centered on Muslim beliefs and practices.

Presented by Bushra Qureshi, Vice President and Outreach Chairperson for the Islamic Society of Chester County and Jeff Heim, National Endowment for the Humanities Fellow (Arabic Novels in Translation, 1986), Fulbright Fellow (to India, 1989) and Annenberg Fellow (Conference for Teachers of the Middle East, 1994).  Both presenters are members of the Religious Council of Greater West Chester.

Member Appreciation Specials

beginning June 21 for a limited time only.

Not a member? Join today Free!

Exclusive member pricing for leases on new and used cars

at David Dodge on June 21.

More Information Click Here

The Chester County Balloon Festival is excited to announce our 11th annual festival dates!

Join us on June 23rd, 24th, and 25th at the New Garden Flying Field in Toughkenamon, PA, 19374

We will be featuring 20+ balloons taking flight each day, evening glow shows, a special shape balloon rodeo, wine and beer garden, live music, kids zone, fireworks, and much more! Check our website for more details!

Wilson Vineyard Gallery and Wayvine Winery & Vineyard

4374 Forge Rd Nottingham, PA 19362

Outdoor event: Clenny Run
Explore the galleries and grounds and soak in music by Betty and the Bullet (Michael Davis, Bethany Bullet, and David Poland), providing an evening of hard hittin’ Americana roots music. Hop on a sunset tram ride and enjoy our beer garden. If you're a plant lover, join Chris Strand, Brown Harrington Director of Garden and Estate, Winterthur, at 6:00 and 7:00 pm for an outdoor stroll to discover June’s flowers that brighten the Winterthur Garden in early summer. Learn a little about Mr. duPont's vision for his garden, and how you can adapt those concepts to your own home.

The Friends Folk Club is proud to announce an “unplugged” performance by The Sin City Band on Saturday, June 24^th at 7:30PM.

It's a rare chance to hear The Sin City Band perform in an intimate setting and unplugged. The Sin City Band has been playing Americana, Roots, Folk music throughout the Delaware Valley since 1974. They have been ambassadors of ”genre blending" from The Grand Bahamas to The Grand Opera House, from New England to Colorado and from Wilmington to Oxford. They have never met a dance-floor that they didn't like. We are pleased to welcome them back to the Friends Folk Club!

The concert will be held at the Oxford Friends Meeting 260 S. 3rd St. Oxford, PA. Doors open at 7:00pm and starts at 7:30pm. Tickets are $15. Children 12 and under are free. Refreshments are available at a reasonable price.

The Oxford Friends Meeting is a century old Quaker Meetinghouse with great acoustics, no bad seats, and that“spiritual vibe” only a historic space provides. For more information: Call (610) 869-8076. The Friends Folk Club is an all volunteer-community run concert series http://www.thesincityband.com/ or email [email protected].
Come visit the best (and loved) little concert series in Southern Chester County for over 20 years.