Art Explorers Workshop
4 Wednesdays: July 9-July 30, 2014, 5:15-6:15pm
Darlington Arts Center
977 Shavertown Road, Garnet Valley, PA 19060
(610) 358-3632
Cost: $80
For Ages 4-6. Young artists are encouraged to look, experiment and express ideas while working with a variety of art materials including paint, clay, pencil, pastel and more. Come discover your creativity!
*Pre-registration is required. Call or visit us at www.darlingtonarts.org to sign up!
Andrew Wyeth: Looking Out, Looking In
Lecture and Book Signing
July 23, Lecture at 6 p.m., followed by book signing and reception
Andrew Wyeth: Looking Out, Looking In, a major exhibition on view at the National Gallery of Art through November 30, presents an enlightening and entirely new approach to Wyeth’s work that investigates the artist’s fascination with windows, and considers Wyeth’s own statement that he was an “abstract artist.” Nancy Anderson, curator and head of the department of American and British paintings, and associate curator Charles Brock, from the National Gallery of Art, will present a lecture followed by a catalogue signing. The richly illustrated catalogue, co-authored by Anderson and Brock, is available in the museum shop or online. Cost for the event is $20; members, $15.
Anson B. Nixon Park Summer Concert Series
Free concerts are held on Wednesday evenings in the summer from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. in a beautiful setting overlooking the pond. Bring a blanket or folding chair. Picnic suppers are catered by local restaurants. For last minute weather cancellation notices, check their Facebook page or call 610-444-1416.
Museum Explorer Mornings
Thursday mornings, July 3 through 31
Introduce children to art this summer. Participate in one or all five of these workshops designed for children ages 3 to 10 accompanied by an adult. Each program will include a thematic, interactive guided tour followed by a creative art project. Two sessions will be held each day: Session A: 10 a.m. or Session B: 11 a.m. Workshops are free with regular museum admission. To register contact the Education office at 610-388-8382 or [email protected].
- July 3: Red, White and Blue
Find red, white and blue in works of art and design a flag using these colors and more. - July 10: Paint by Nature
Observe how artists paint nature and capture the beauty of the Brandywine landscape using watercolor crayons. - July 17: Amazing Animals
Look for animals in paintings and sculpture and assemble an imaginative creature. - July 24: Fine Lines
Discover lines of every kind in art throughout the museum and draw a scratch art scene. - July 31: Portrait Parade
Explore traditional and unusual portraits and create a self-portrait collage
Our Summer Concert Series
So bring your kids, blankets and lawn chairs. The concert starts at 6:30 until dusk.
Friday Night Happy Hour
@ The Market at Liberty Place
Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen Fine Craft Fair
(July 26 & 27, 2014)
One of the premier craft fairs in the Brandywine Valley returns to the Chase Center on the Riverfront on July 26 and 27. Described as an indoor shopping experience, the show features an unparalleled collection of beautiful items all of which are handmade in America. Find one-of-a-kind clothing, jewelry, ceramics, glass, sculpture and fine furniture and meet the artisans who craft them. www.pacrafts.org
Annual Peoples’ Festival 4Peace Tribute to Bob Marley
(July 26, 2014)
This popular one-day festival, which celebrates its twentieth anniversary this year, is a tribute to former Wilmington resident, Bob Marley. Held in Tubman Garret Riverfront Park from noon until 10PM, the festival features live music on two stages with performances by Third World, I-Octane, Mutabaruk and eight other bands. Other highlights include the Children’s Village, International Food Court, Bamboo Rain Hut, Peace Pavillion, Healing Garden and arts and crafts from around the world. www.peoplesfestival.com
Brandywine : A Military History of the Battle that Lost Philadelphia but Saved America, September 11, 1777
Lecture and Book Signing
Saturday July 26,2014 at 1:00 P.M.
Located in the Visitors Center Brandywine Battlefield Park
House Tours, exhibits, and displays available
Saturday, June 28 from 2 - 3 pm
Every 4th Saturday of the month: June 28, July 26, & August 23
Chadds Ford Historical Society Barn Visitors Center
Kids ages 3 and up will love showing off their patriotic spirit this summer by creating festive red, white and blue crafts that are perfect for gift giving, décor and fashion accessories. Activities include: making flags, star mobile, salt dough ornaments and fish-tail bracelets using lucets. Please call the office at 610-388-7376 to register so we can have enough supplies at hand.
Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen Fine Craft Fair
(July 26 & 27, 2014)
One of the premier craft fairs in the Brandywine Valley returns to the Chase Center on the Riverfront on July 26 and 27. Described as an indoor shopping experience, the show features an unparalleled collection of beautiful items all of which are handmade in America. Find one-of-a-kind clothing, jewelry, ceramics, glass, sculpture and fine furniture and meet the artisans who craft them. www.pacrafts.org
The Gables has live music every Sunday from 5-8pm on the patio. People have really been enjoying it, and we would like to get the word out even more! Here is the link to The Gables' calendar (http://thegablesatchaddsford.com/events/), with all the performers.
July 28-August 1
8:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Members: $200; Non-members: $225
Your camper will love experiencing life as it was centuries ago by investigating answers to questions like: "What would a colonial child have for breakfast?" Activities include taking nature walks, woodworking, weaving, cooking and fire starting. Please bring a packed lunch.
Week long camps for children. See web for details.
| Summer History Camp begins June 23rd |
| Have you ever wondered what life was like for the American Soldiers who fought in the Revolution? Explore the life of a Revolutionary War soldier at Brandywine Battlefield's Summer History Camp! Children ages 5-12 can experience what it was like to be a soldier in the 18th century. Camps are available every week from June 23rd till August 4th, and run daily between 9 AM and 1 PM with optional extended day camps running until 4 PM. Find out more by visiting our website or calling us at (610) 459-3342. |
Live Demonstration of Constant Contact Email Marketing and EventSpot Products
Tuesday July 29, 2014 from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM
In this live demonstration you will learn how to best use the Constant Contact Email Marketing tool and how to get the most out of your experience with Constant Contact. Please bring your laptop and work along in your own account.We will also be reviewing EventSpot and how to market your event.
Location: West Chester University Cottrell Center
Art Explorers Workshop
4 Wednesdays: July 9-July 30, 2014, 5:15-6:15pm
Darlington Arts Center
977 Shavertown Road, Garnet Valley, PA 19060
(610) 358-3632
Cost: $80
For Ages 4-6. Young artists are encouraged to look, experiment and express ideas while working with a variety of art materials including paint, clay, pencil, pastel and more. Come discover your creativity!
*Pre-registration is required. Call or visit us at www.darlingtonarts.org to sign up!
Anson B. Nixon Park Summer Concert Series
Free concerts are held on Wednesday evenings in the summer from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. in a beautiful setting overlooking the pond. Bring a blanket or folding chair. Picnic suppers are catered by local restaurants. For last minute weather cancellation notices, check their Facebook page or call 610-444-1416.
Museum Explorer Mornings
Thursday mornings, July 3 through 31
Introduce children to art this summer. Participate in one or all five of these workshops designed for children ages 3 to 10 accompanied by an adult. Each program will include a thematic, interactive guided tour followed by a creative art project. Two sessions will be held each day: Session A: 10 a.m. or Session B: 11 a.m. Workshops are free with regular museum admission. To register contact the Education office at 610-388-8382 or [email protected].
- July 3: Red, White and Blue
Find red, white and blue in works of art and design a flag using these colors and more. - July 10: Paint by Nature
Observe how artists paint nature and capture the beauty of the Brandywine landscape using watercolor crayons. - July 17: Amazing Animals
Look for animals in paintings and sculpture and assemble an imaginative creature. - July 24: Fine Lines
Discover lines of every kind in art throughout the museum and draw a scratch art scene. - July 31: Portrait Parade
Explore traditional and unusual portraits and create a self-portrait collage
Cooking & Crafts Workshop
4 Thursdays: July 31-August 21, 2014, 3:30-4:45pm
Darlington Arts Center
977 Shavertown Road, Garnet Valley, PA 19060
(610) 358-3632
Cost: $115
For Ages 5-8. Young chefs will learn to prepare and cook delicious and nutritious snacks, while creating food-inspired artwork and crafts to take home, as well as books full of their new favorite recipes. Discover your inner chef while trying new foods! Bon appetit!
*Pre-registration is required. Call or visit us at www.darlingtonarts.org to sign up!
Our Summer Concert Series
So bring your kids, blankets and lawn chairs. The concert starts at 6:30 until dusk.
Friday Night Happy Hour
@ The Market at Liberty Place
Prince & Princess Dance Party Workshop – August
August 1, 2014, 6-7pm
Darlington Arts Center
977 Shavertown Road, Garnet Valley, PA 19060
(610) 358-3632
Cost: $20
For Ages 3-6. Calling all princes and princesses! Explore creative movement, learn dance moves and have a lot of fun while dressing up like your favorite book or movie character! Students will play dance games while listening to songs from popular movies.
*Pre-registration is required. Call or visit us at www.darlingtonarts.org to sign up!
Ladies' Night Out Workshop: Fused Glass Pendants
August 1, 2014, 6:30-8:30pm
Darlington Arts Center
977 Shavertown Road, Garnet Valley, PA 19060
(610) 358-3632
Cost: $70
For Adults. Get your friends together or come out and make new friends while discovering the art of fusing glass into rich, colorful pendants to be used in necklaces, earrings and broaches. Students will learn the basic techniques of cutting glass, assembling designs and fusing them at high temperatures in a kiln. Students will create several pieces each, using Art Glass and Dichroic Glass.
*Pre-registration is required. Call or visit us at www.darlingtonarts.org to sign up!
Meadow Day August 2
Explore our newest garden
More than three miles of walking trails, open fields, lush wetlands, and diverse habitats await in our ecologically designed Meadow Garden.
Join us for our Meadow Day, August 2, 4–8 pm. Experts will be on hand to answer questions as you journey through our Meadow Garden.
Free with Gardens Admission.
While planning your visit, check out our Meadow Garden Visiting Tips.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 3 ~ 12:30 – 4:30 PM
YORKLYN, DE – Join the Marshall Steam Museum at Auburn Heights for our August Steamin' Day! Bring the family and join us for a fun-filled day celebrating local history and life at the dawn of the automotive age featuring train rides in scaled locomotives and rides in historic automobiles. Bring a picnic to enjoy on the beautiful grounds of the Auburn Heights Estate during this great day for the whole family and do not forget to test your skills with the family-friendly games scattered around the estate.
Don’t miss these exciting days filled with old-fashioned fun. Included with all admission options:
- Fresh steam-popped popcorn from our vintage popper
- A Firing Up Demonstration, to see how we set a Stanley in motion
- Entry to the Marshall Steam Museum, featuring the world’s largest operating collection of Stanley steam cars plus a 1930s working Lionel electric trains display, a hands-on engine display, kids activities, and exhibits
- Museum Gift Shop
Tours of the antique-furnished Auburn Heights mansion, which dates to 1897, are also available, along with rides on the Auburn Valley Railroad and in select antique automobiles from the Marshall Collection.
STEAMIN’ DAY ADMISSION:
Rides Ticket includes 4 rides in the antique autos or Auburn Valley Railroad: $11 ages 13 and up, $8 ages 12 and under (infants free). Rides Ticket admission is free for Friends of Auburn Heights Preserve members.
Mansion Ticket includes tour of two floors of Auburn Heights: $12 all ages
Combo Ticket covers it all, rides and mansion: $19 ages 13 and up, $16 ages 12 and under (infants free)
Group Rates: Discounts available for groups of 20 or more when booked in advance. For group inquiries, e-mail [email protected].
The Gables has live music every Sunday from 5-8pm on the patio. People have really been enjoying it, and we would like to get the word out even more! Here is the link to The Gables' calendar (http://thegablesatchaddsford.com/events/), with all the performers.
Week long camps for children. See web for details.
| Summer History Camp begins June 23rd |
| Have you ever wondered what life was like for the American Soldiers who fought in the Revolution? Explore the life of a Revolutionary War soldier at Brandywine Battlefield's Summer History Camp! Children ages 5-12 can experience what it was like to be a soldier in the 18th century. Camps are available every week from June 23rd till August 4th, and run daily between 9 AM and 1 PM with optional extended day camps running until 4 PM. Find out more by visiting our website or calling us at (610) 459-3342. |
AREA YMCAS OPEN DOORS FOR FREE
TRY THE Y TUESDAYS
YMCA of the Brandywine Valley and YMCA of the Upper Main Line are opening the doors of all their branches to the public, free of charge, every Tuesday during the month of August - August 5, 12, 19 and 26.
Chester County residents are welcome to enjoy the pools, state-of-the-art cardio and fitness centers, gymnasiums, cycle studios, and group exercise classes. Free entry also includes unique amenities, such as the 24 tennis courts at Upper Main Line Y or the climbing tower and skateboard park at the Kennett Y.
All nine branches – Brandywine Y, Coatesville; Jennersville Y, West Grove; Kennett Area Y, Kennett Square; Lionville Community Y, Exton; Octorara Program Center, Atglen; Oscar Lasko Youth Program Center, downtown West Chester; Upper Main Line Y, Berwyn; West Chester Area Y, West Chester; and Y at Great Valley, Malvern – will be open and available free of charge to anyone new to the area, considering a membership or just curious to see and use the facilities.
For more information, visit www.ymcabwv.org or www.umly.org.