Come to the Unionville Community Fair to see the largest display of local agriculture, agribusiness, and handicrafts in southeastern Chester County. Celebrating its 98th year, the fair judges more than 500 categories for ribbons and cash prizes! An exciting BMX Show joins past fair favorites such as the Ghosts of Chester County Haunted Tent, Giggles & Grins, STEM Tent, live music in the Beer & Wine Garden, a 5k Walk/Run, Cow Pie Bingo, and more. The fair is September 30, October 1 & 2 at 113 E. Street Rd., Kennett Square. Visit www.ucfair.org for more information.
*** FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL CANCELLED ***
It is with much regret that Newlin Grist Mill announces the cancellation of the Fall Harvest Festival scheduled for Saturday, October 1st. This is in light of the current weather forecast, calling for significant and sustained rain with the potential for high winds overnight Friday and through most of the day Saturday.
We do not make this decision lightly and are taking into consideration the health and safety of our volunteers, demonstrators (some of whom are coming from long distances), vendors, and the public; the physical impact on the site and historic buildings; and the number of festival activities that are weather-dependent.
While the staff had hoped for a triumphant return of the festival this year, we feel this is the right call. We thank everyone for their understanding.
Newlin Grist Mill would also like to thank the volunteers, demonstrators, and vendors who have been working on the festival, as well as our sponsors: Chandler Funeral Home; Team Toyota; MOR Construction; Brinker Simpson; IT Edge; Barnard, Mezzannotte, et al; Tillman Automotive; Wegmans; Foulk Lawn & Equipment; R. Webb Excavating; WSFS; Amerihealth Caritas; Maguire Products; Univest Insurance; and Pennoni.
Come to the Unionville Community Fair to see the largest display of local agriculture, agribusiness, and handicrafts in southeastern Chester County. Celebrating its 98th year, the fair judges more than 500 categories for ribbons and cash prizes! An exciting BMX Show joins past fair favorites such as the Ghosts of Chester County Haunted Tent, Giggles & Grins, STEM Tent, live music in the Beer & Wine Garden, a 5k Walk/Run, Cow Pie Bingo, and more. The fair is September 30, October 1 & 2 at 113 E. Street Rd., Kennett Square. Visit www.ucfair.org for more information.
THE CLASSICS AT BRANTWYN: Brunch, Blues & Hot Cars
IT’S BACK! EVERYONE’S FAVORITE SPECIAL EVENT TO BENEFIT THE KENNETT SYMPHONY. This year we honor Kennett Symphony volunteer extraordinaire Paul Merluzzi in thanks and celebration of the 15th Anniversary of the popular event he created and has spearheaded for 15 years! Join us to raise funding for the Kennett Symphony and help us thank Paul Merluzzi!
Sunday, October 2, 2022: Doors open at 10:30am; Grand Parade begins at 11:00am
Brantwyn Estate, 600 Rockland Road, Wilmington DE
- The Classics at Brantwyn is a garden party featuring magnificent cars, musical entertainment, gourmet brunch and open bar. A special event fundraiser to benefit the Kennett Symphony, The Classics presents beautiful and historic automobiles from the beginning of the 20th century to present.
Art Stroll Kennett Square
https://historickennettsquare.com/
Art Loop Wilmington
First Friday West Chester
THE HEATHER PIERSON WILL BE APPEARING @ The Friends Folk Club IN OXFORD, PA ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7th.
PROCEEDS FROM THIS CONCERT WILL BE USED TOWARDS PURCHASING EMERGENCY SUPPLIES FOR PINE ISLAND, FLORIDA, WHICH WAS DESTROYED BY HURRICANE IAN.
https://facebook.com/events/s/the-heather-pierson-trio/454535379459720/
WE'RE SO EXCITED TO HAVE YOU BACK
TICKETS ON SALE NOW
Willowdale Steeplechase Grounds,
101 E. Street Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348
The Friends of Martin’s Tavern will Host Humphry Marshall’s 300th Birthday Anniversary in the town of Marshallton, just outside of West Chester, in Chester County, Penn.
The October 8th event is free and open to the public and includes children’s activities, 18th-century re-enactments and colonial fare throughout the day. The event honors the 300th birthday of the colonial botanist and scientist Humphry Marshall. It is sponsored by the Friends of Martins Tavern, with support of West Bradford Township, and will be held beginning at 11 a.m. in the village of Marshallton, just outside West Chester, PA.
Enjoy open hearth cooking and tastings, period music, colonial brews, a lecture series on colonial horticulture. Children’s activities include colonial games & crafts, and a special tree propagation program for children. Plenty of free parking is available behind the Three Dogs Restaurant in Marshallton. For more information, visit the web site.
WE'RE SO EXCITED TO HAVE YOU BACK
TICKETS ON SALE NOW
Willowdale Steeplechase Grounds,
101 E. Street Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348
Visit artists working in their studios! See works in progress, talk to artists about their process, and purchase fine art to support our local artists.
Participating Artists: Katelyn Adams, Veronica Batter, Sara Fry, Lisa Garbett, Ann Guidera-Matey, Heidi Hammel, Arianna Harder, Emie Hughes, Joann Moy, Susan O’Reilly, Pete Prown, Rita Reisser, Sally Richards, Pat Scarano, Christine Sirko, Caroline St George
Guest Artists: Sandi Neiman Lovitz
October 12, 2022
Exercise is Medicine for Cancer: Dr. Melissa Reed, PhD, associate professor of kinesiology
Join Tony Aiello, an Associate Director of Longwood Gardens, for an exploration of the impact of Humphry Marshall on 19th century botany.
Humphry Marshall's legacy was felt throughout the Delaware Valley and had a strong influence on horticulture in our region. In this talk Tony Aiello will discuss Marshall's impact on horticulture in Chester County and more widely across the region. Tony will highlight some of the more prominent horticulturists and arboreta and how their legacy continues until today.
2022 marks the 300th Birthday of Humphry Marshall, widely considered America's first dendrologist, a scientist of woody plants
Hosted by the Chester County History Center, the event is online and is free (donations encouraged) . Registration is required through Eventbrite. A link will be sent to you by email for the online event. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-shadow-of-humphry-marshall-delaware-valley-horticulture-in-the-19th-c-tickets-391981105037?aff=erelexpmlt
Hope Presbyterian Church will host a three-week course exploring the “hope of Christianity” on Oct. 13, 23, and 30. The course is at Darlington Arts Center. 977 Shavertown Road in Concord Township. Go here for more information and to register.
The Washington Memorial Heritage’s October “Lead Like George” Discussion Examines The Pinnacle Of Washington’s Leadership: His Presidency
The Washington Memorial Heritage and David Cross and Indispensable Leadership (LLC) have unveiled one of their most pivotal discussions to-date. The “George Washington’s Presidency: A Look Inside His Most Challenging & Inspiring Period Of Leadership,” which is part of the “Lead Like George” leadership series, will be held at the Washington Memorial Chapel (Rt. 23 Valley Forge Park, Valley Forge, PA) Thursday, October 13 at 6 PM.
During the event, David Cross will examine what was, in many ways, Washington’s most challenging period of leadership – his presidency. After leading the Revolution by example and the period after the Revolution by stealth, Washington found that he must lead the way as he tries to determine just what a president does and how he acts. At the same time, he was faced with the daunting circumstances of a revolution in France, British challenges abroad, riots at home, and a Cabinet divided on the essential meaning of the new country. Cross will discuss how Washington used every talent he has to give his country its head start and a fighting chance to survive the unknowable future.
The Washington Memorial Heritage Leadership Forum Series is a History/Leadership and Author Events Program that kicked off earlier this year at the Washington Memorial Chapel. Drawing upon America’s Revolutionary history, the program examines the challenges and decisions faced by the country’s Founders. Analyzing their experiences, the program provides lessons which help attendees in their business and personal life.
The price will be $20 per person per session; students with proof of student status will be admitted free.
Register to attend at https://indispensableleadership.com/
Washington Memorial Chapel is located at Rt. 23 Valley Forge Park, Valley Forge, PA.
To learn more about the Washington Memorial Chapel, visit http://wmchapel.org/heritage/ and http://www.savewashingtonmemorial.org/ to learn about the restoration campaign.
Our annual Patriots Day event will take place this year on Saturday, October 15th. Come out to enjoy living history demonstrations, reenactors, and more!
On October 18th, from 7pm-9pm, the Brandywine Battlefield Park (on Rt. 1) is hosting their second Revolutionary Speaker Series. This session will be with Michael Harris and he'll be talking about his book "Germantown: A Military History of the Battle for Philadelphia, October 4, 1777"
You can buy a ticket on eventbrite, and the link is on the the Brandywine Battlefield Park website.
Southern Chester County Chamber to Host Fall Luncheon October 20th at Hartefeld National Golf Club
Election Perspectives: Legislative Candidates Business Forum
Guest Speakers:
(Invited) US Representative Chrissy Houlahan (D)
(Confirmed) PA State Representative John Lawrence (R)
(Confirmed) PA State Representative Christina Sappey (D)
(Confirmed) Mr. Guy Ciarrocchi (R)
(Confirmed) Mr. David L. Cunningham (D)
(Confirmed) Mr. Leon R. Spencer, Jr. (R)
Kennett Square, PA . . . The Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce will hold its
Annual Fall Luncheon on Thursday, October 20th, beginning with an 11 am reception at
Hartefeld National Golf Club in Avondale, PA. The signature event includes Presenting Sponsor, Kendal-Crosslands Communities, and, Reception Sponsor is TRUIST.
A formal luncheon will follow in conjunction with the keynote program “Election Perspectives: Legislative Candidates Business Forum.” Join the Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce and 2022 incumbents and challengers who will address their platform as it relates to the business community. “We are proud to bring this legislative format to the Southern Chester County region,” stated Chamber president, Cheryl Kuhn. “We look forward to an exciting event and lively conversation with our elected officials and candidates”.
The Annual Fall Luncheon welcomes business and community leaders from across the region.
The fee is $55 for Members; $65 for Non-Members; and $450 for a table of eight. To register, visit www.scccc.com.
Event Sponsors:
Presenting Sponsor: Kendal Crosslands Communities
Reception Sponsor: TRUIST
About Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce:
The Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce seeks to strengthen, support, and promote its Membership and provide a means for sustainable economic development in the Southern Chester County region. Founded in 1929 in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, the Chamber’s nearly 500 member businesses consist of influential business leaders and professionals, not-for-profits, institutions, legislative leaders, and more. As the leading Member business organization, SCCCC offers a pro-business agenda, relevant and timely programming, professional development opportunities, and a commitment to the communities in which we serve. The Chamber hosts more than 70 events and programs each year in the Southern Chester County region. To join or learn more about the Chamber, visit www.scccc.com.
Join us for a three day 'Chadds Ford tradition' where over 70 giant pumpkins are carved by local artists on Thursday and will be lit and displayed on Friday & Saturday. All three nights enjoy a 'kid friendly' Haunted Trail, raffle prizes and live music from "Kenny & Friends". Food, local craft beer and wine are available for purchase.
Dates:
Thursday, October 20, 4pm to 9pm
Friday, October 21, 4pm to 9pm
Saturday, October 22, 3pm to 9pm
Ticket Prices:
$15 for adults 18 and older
$5 for children ages 7 to 17
Free for children 6 and under / CFHS Members
*We are accepting CASH & CREDIT CARDS for Admissions & T-Shirt Sales, as are the Food & Alcohol Vendors.
*Tickets are purchased on the days of the event, as you arrive at the Admissions tent.
*There are NO pre-purchase ticket sales
Where:
Chadds Ford Historical Society
1736 Creek Road, Chadds Ford, PA 19317
(610) 388-7376
www.greatpumpkincarve.com
Join us for a three day 'Chadds Ford tradition' where over 70 giant pumpkins are carved by local artists on Thursday and will be lit and displayed on Friday & Saturday. All three nights enjoy a 'kid friendly' Haunted Trail, raffle prizes and live music from "Kenny & Friends". Food, local craft beer and wine are available for purchase.
Dates:
Thursday, October 20, 4pm to 9pm
Friday, October 21, 4pm to 9pm
Saturday, October 22, 3pm to 9pm
Ticket Prices:
$15 for adults 18 and older
$5 for children ages 7 to 17
Free for children 6 and under / CFHS Members
*We are accepting CASH & CREDIT CARDS for Admissions & T-Shirt Sales, as are the Food & Alcohol Vendors.
*Tickets are purchased on the days of the event, as you arrive at the Admissions tent.
*There are NO pre-purchase ticket sales
Where:
Chadds Ford Historical Society
1736 Creek Road, Chadds Ford, PA 19317
(610) 388-7376
www.greatpumpkincarve.com
Join us for a three day 'Chadds Ford tradition' where over 70 giant pumpkins are carved by local artists on Thursday and will be lit and displayed on Friday & Saturday. All three nights enjoy a 'kid friendly' Haunted Trail, raffle prizes and live music from "Kenny & Friends". Food, local craft beer and wine are available for purchase.
Dates:
Thursday, October 20, 4pm to 9pm
Friday, October 21, 4pm to 9pm
Saturday, October 22, 3pm to 9pm
Ticket Prices:
$15 for adults 18 and older
$5 for children ages 7 to 17
Free for children 6 and under / CFHS Members
*We are accepting CASH & CREDIT CARDS for Admissions & T-Shirt Sales, as are the Food & Alcohol Vendors.
*Tickets are purchased on the days of the event, as you arrive at the Admissions tent.
*There are NO pre-purchase ticket sales
Where:
Chadds Ford Historical Society
1736 Creek Road, Chadds Ford, PA 19317
(610) 388-7376
www.greatpumpkincarve.com
The award-winning Clover Market returns to Kennett Square on Sunday Oct 23rd from 10-4 pm with a curated lineup of handmade, antique and vintage vendors plus food trucks, wine and beer, live music, free kids crafts and more. FREE ADMISSION, family and dog-friendly, all are welcome. The event is held in the parking lot at 600 S. Broad Street and a short walk from downtown. Free parking is available across the street at Kennett High School. The complete vendor list, market map and additional details are available on the website.
Additional fall Market dates are: Sept 11 in Chestnut Hill, Sept 25 in Collingswood, and Oct 9 in Bryn Mawr (with new lineups at each Market).
No tricks - spooky fun for the whole family!
Join us on SATURDAY 10/29) at 6:00PM for two hours of spooky Halloween family-friendly fun! We'll have hands on activities, creepy science fun, classic halloween cartoons, and so much more! Admission: kids 12-years-old and under are free; 13+ and adults are $15 per person. Members free.
West Chester University’s Wells School of Music faculty, staff, students, and alumni will come together to pay tribute to one of its most illustrious alumni: arranger, composer, educator, and publisher Robert Harry “Bob” Curnow ’63. A week-long celebration in honor of Curnow will culminate in a FREE public concert of the Criterions Jazz Ensemble, conducted by Curnow, on Friday, November 4 at 7:30 p.m. in the Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre, 817 S. High St., West Chester. Tickets must be reserved at http://www.wcupatix.com/schoolofmusic.
The tribute recognizes Bob and Darlene Curnow’s ‘64 recent gift to the Wells School of Music that includes more than 1,000 charts and pieces of music, representing a gift that is valuable historically, educationally, and monetarily.
Curnow, who currently resides in the state of Washington, is the founder of the very successful Sierra Music Publications. He played, arranged, and produced for the likes of the Stan Kenton Orchestra and others in the 1960’s and 70’s. Curnow had just one request when asked how he wanted to be recognized for his gift.
“I was the student conductor of the Criterions Jazz Ensemble - “Crites” for short - when I attended West Chester University from 1959 – 63,” says Curnow. “When Dean Chris Hanning asked how I would like to be recognized for my gift I knew my answer. I wanted to come ‘home’ to conduct the Crites.”
The concert will feature music from Curnow’s Sierra Music Publications library. Alumnus Matt Gallagher, principal trumpet player for The Philly Pops; acclaimed percussionist John Riley; and faculty member, alumnus, and trumpeter, John Swana are concert guest artists. During the week, Curnow will rehearse with students and moderate a Masterclass.
Curnow’s gifted collection includes 38 boxes full of books on music and arranging from Curnow’s personal collections, more than 1,000 pieces of music that includes scores and parts, reel-to-reel tapes of recordings from past Criterions concerts, 78 RPM records, and personal papers from Sierra Music. When he made the gift, Curnow instructed that the collection be used at the discretion of the University with a message that read, “I entrust these things to West Chester University as an expression of my sincere thanks for teaching me and showing me the way forward.”
Director of Jazz Studies Jonathan Ragonese says, “We are deeply grateful and honored that Curnow chose the Wells School of Music to house this valuable collection. The repertoire he is donating represents some of the best big band charts ever written, and now our students and ensembles have open access to them. Our audiences also benefit from Curnow’s gift, and now have the opportunity to hear first-hand a sampling of these masterpieces.”
Art Stroll Kennett Square
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Art Loop Wilmington
First Friday West Chester
Schubert & Champagne
Saturday, November 5, 2022 – 11:00am
Mendenhall Inn, 323 Kennett Pike (Route 52), Mendenhall, PA
- Entr’acte No. 3 from Rosamunde – Franz Schubert
- Symphony No. 8 “Unfinished” – Franz Schubert
- Here is a concert that will change the way you think about concerts. With seating around the orchestra, you get a unique perspective. Food and drink is available throughout the performance engendering a relaxed atmosphere. The concert is one hour long on a Saturday morning. You will experience one of the greatest masterpieces of music ever written performed by one of the finest orchestras. Our Music Director, Michael Hall, will provide insightful commentary throughout. This year, we delve into Schubert’s “Unfinished Symphony”.
Hope Presbyterian Church will have a fall concert featuring piano, harp, violin, and voice along with original works by Benjamin Faehl. Admission is free, and everyone is welcome. The concert is 6-7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 5, at Darlington Arts Center, 977 Shavertown Road in Concord Township.
Masterworks 1
Sunday, November 6, 2022 – 3:00pm
Unionville High School, 750 Unionville Road, Kennett Square, PA
- Four Poems – Christine Donkin
- Symphony No. 8 “Unfinished” – Franz Schubert
- Serenade No. 2 – Johannes Brahms
- TICKETS INCLUDE:
2:00pm – 2:30pm: Pre-Concert Talk by Music Director, Michael Hall
3:00pm: Concert
Post Concert Q&A
West Coast composer Christine Donkin’s music has been described as “astonishingly beautiful”. Her Four Poems captures the essence of poetry that describes the changing of the seasons and the moods that they invoke. Schubert’s Unfinished Symphony is warm and dramatic and contains only 2 movements of a typical 4 movement symphony. It was discovered 37 years after his death, languishing in a desk drawer, before it was first performed. In Brahms’ Serenade No. 2, the violins of the orchestra are completely omitted, which is highly unusual, but gives the piece a darker hued quality. Brahms was 43 years old before he wrote his first Symphony and in order to prepare, he composed this smaller, shorter Serenade, a masterpiece in its own right.