Dec
2
Fri
Parents night out at Delaware Museum of Natural History
Dec 2 @ 17:30 – 22:00

Parents' Night Out: Holiday Theme

December 2, 5:30 - 10 p.m.

$20 for Members, $25 for non-members

Breakfast with Santa

December 3, check-in at 11:00 a.m.

$5 for Members, $5 plus admission for non-members. (If this seating fills, we will open a final seating, with doors opening at 8:50 a.m.)

Parents' Day Out Holiday Camp

December 10, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

$40 for Members, $45 for non-members

Discovery Days: Extreme Habitats

December 27-30

$5 for Members, $9 for non-members

 

 

Dec
3
Sat
Blacksmith Shop’s Annual Holiday Bazaar @ Village of Marshallton
Dec 3 @ 10:00 – 15:00

Looking for the right gift for that special person? The Village of Marshalltown is inviting the public to enjoy its Sixth Annual Holiday Bazaar at the Village Blacksmith Shop from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 26, Friday, Dec. 2, and Saturdays Dec. 3 and Dec. 10. Shop for wreaths, gifts, cards, antiques, special local handiwork, and much more.

Sculthorpe book signing at Somerville Manning Gallery
Dec 3 @ 11:00 – 15:00
Candlelight Christmas in Chadds Ford @ Chadds Ford Historical Society
Dec 3 @ 13:00 – 18:00

CFHS

The Candlelight Christmas Tour, sponsored by Chadds Ford Historical Society, is a must see event during the holiday season!  Enjoy touring some of the most picturesque sites in the Brandywine Valley for our 31st Annual Candlelight Christmas Tour.

The holiday tour features distinct properties in and around the historic Chadds Ford and Pennsbury Townships.  Historic sites will be candlelit and filled with exquisite holiday decor and will offer special holiday programs.  Guides will be on hand the day of the tour to highlight each sites' unique history, architecture, and decor.

After picking up your holiday pass and map at the Barn Visitor Center, attendees are free to begin their self-guided tour of the numerous participating historic sites, churches, and museums.  You can go at your own pace, either challenging yourself to reach all the stops or spending more time at the places you enjoy most.  Feel free to approach the stops in any order.  The sites selected for the tour truly showcase the diverse character of the beautiful Brandywine Valley.

Tickets:

  • Advance Online Purchase - $20+ processing fee
  • Chadds Ford Historical Society** -  Advance: $20 / Day of event: $25

**Tickets are available for sale in advance online and at the Chadds Ford Historical Society.  Office hours are Wednesday - Friday, 10:00am to 4:30pm.

Tour Access & Details:

Check in at the Barn Visitor Center at the start of your self-guided tour to receive the event program as well as a detailed map and directions to all of the locations.   For more event information, please visit www.CandlelightChristmasInChaddsFord.com.

West Chester Charity Ball – Benefit for Friends Association
Dec 3 @ 18:00

Annual Ball for Benefit of Friend Association

at the West Chester Golf and Country Club

http://www.friendsassociation.com/Special%20Events/char_ball_main.html

Pops Goes The Holiday – Kennett Symphony
Dec 3 @ 19:30
Auditorium, Unionville High School
Kennett Square, PAMichael Hall, Conductor and Music Director
First State Ballet Theatre
Kennett Symphony Children's Chorus

Bring the whole family to celebrate the season with us. Cherished holiday tunes, seasonal orchestral pieces and a Christmas sing-a-long, as well as a sleigh full of guests, including First State Ballet Theatre and the Kennett Symphony Children's Chorus. And if you are on the nice list, Santa is sure to make a special appearance.

'TIS THE SEASON for lots of fun at the Symphony starting at 6:30pm on concert night!

  • Festive music by a Brass Quintet
  • Caroling by the Kennett Symphony Children's Chorus
  • Selfies with Santa and the Nutcracker dancers from First State Ballet Theatre

'TIS THE SEASON of giving!

  • FOOD DRIVE for the KENNETT FOOD CUPBOARD. Please bring a non-perishable food item to the concert to spread holiday cheer to those in need.

RAISE A GLASS OF HOLIDAY CHEER - IT'S ON US!

  • After the concert, join Music Director, Michael Hall, and friends of the Kennett Symphony at La Verona in Kennett Square for a glass of holiday cheer. It's on us! Just give your ticket stub to La Verona's bartenders and they'll pour your favorite cocktail, glass of wine or beer. (Offer valid after 9:00pm on December 3, 2016 only.)

Tickets:

Adults - $48, $40, $25 in advance; $53, $45, $30 day of concert
Students up to age 18 - $10
$5 order fee, per order

Program:

STEPHENSON - Holiday Overture
SILVESTRI/Arr BRUBAKER - Suite from the Polar Express
Arr WENDEL - O Holy Night
PROKOFIEV - Troika from Lt. Kije
TCHAIKOVSKY - Danse Arabe, Danse Chinoise, Danse Russe
Arr GUSTAFSON - Glorious Sounds of Christmas
STRAUSS - Overture to Fledermaus
BECKEL - A Christmas Fanfare
ANDERSON - Sleigh Ride
Arr HAYEN - Jesu Bambino
RUTTER - Shepherd's Pipe Carol
Arr HAYES - Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!
Sing-a-long

Dec
4
Sun
Calabrese Singers perform at Lower Brandywine Presbyterian Church
Dec 4 @ 15:00
Calabrese Singers perform at the  Lower Brandywine
Presbyterian Church
Dec
6
Tue
William H Bunch Multi Estate Public Auction
Dec 6 @ 10:00

Multi Estate Public Auction

 December 6th | 10 AM

Preview:

Monday, December 5th  from 9-7

Sale day from 9 AM

VIEW LOTS

 

William Bunch Auctions & Appraisals |  610-558-1800 | www.bunchauctions.com

1 Hillman Drive

Chadds Ford, PA 19342

Dec
7
Wed
SCCCC Women in Business
Dec 7 @ 08:30 – 10:00


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

Gentlemen’s Nite at Wilson Vineyard Gallery
Dec 7 @ 17:00 – 20:00

Wilsons Winery
Wilsons Winery
Gentlemen's Nite at Wilson Vineyard Gallery. Wednesdays 5 to 8 until Christmas.
Let Sally and Nancy help you choose the perfect gift for your loved one.
Fine hand crafted work by local artisans.

Dec
10
Sat
Blacksmith Shop’s Annual Holiday Bazaar @ Village of Marshallton
Dec 10 @ 10:00 – 15:00

Looking for the right gift for that special person? The Village of Marshalltown is inviting the public to enjoy its Sixth Annual Holiday Bazaar at the Village Blacksmith Shop from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 26, Friday, Dec. 2, and Saturdays Dec. 3 and Dec. 10. Shop for wreaths, gifts, cards, antiques, special local handiwork, and much more.

Open Studio – Jill Beech
Dec 10 @ 10:00 – 16:30
Jill Beech - Open Studio
Jill Beech - Open Studio
Nutcracker with guest narrator Cheryl Kuhn
Dec 10 @ 14:00

The Nutcracker is Presented by Academy of International Ballet

This performance will feature students of their academy and two professional guest artists Anna Ivanova and Leonid Goykhman as the Sugar Plum and Cavalier performing the traditional Pas de Deux

Cheryl Kuhn is guest narrator for the 2 pm performance

Newly elected  PA State Representative Eric Markroe is the guest narrator for the 7 pm performance

The performance location is:
Unionville High School
Unionville Road
Kennett Square, PA 19348
Two performance:  2:00 pm and 7:00 pm

All tickets are $20.00

www.academyballetru.com

Phone number is 1-866-908-5666

Celtic Christmas Concert featuring Seasons Family Band
Dec 10 @ 19:00

Hadley Fund Presents

Celtic Christmas Concert featuring Seasons Family Band

Admission is free. The experience is priceless

Patton Middle School Auditorium
760 Unionville Road
Kennett Square, PA 19348

Dec
11
Sun
Jack Marshall’s Art Show at the Gables of Chadds Ford
Dec 11 @ 10:00 – 16:00
Jack Marshall's Art Show at The Gables of Chadds Ford
Jack Marshall's Art Show at The Gables of Chadds Ford
Dec
14
Wed
Curator Tour: Rural Modern Live
Dec 14 @ 14:00 – 15:00

 

Curator's Tour: Rural Modern Life

December 14, 2 p.m.

Tour the exhibition Rural Modern: American Art Beyond the City with Associate Curator Amanda C. Burdan.

Free with admission

Gentlemen’s Nite at Wilson Vineyard Gallery
Dec 14 @ 17:00 – 20:00

Wilsons Winery
Wilsons Winery
Gentlemen's Nite at Wilson Vineyard Gallery. Wednesdays 5 to 8 until Christmas.
Let Sally and Nancy help you choose the perfect gift for your loved one.
Fine hand crafted work by local artisans.

BPA Holiday Party at Concord Country Club
Dec 14 @ 18:00

Join us for our annual Holiday Party

*December 14th @ Concord Country Club*

Price $55 for BPA Members, their spouses or significant other.

$75 for non-members

Give our treasurer the night off:

Prepay at this link

https://chaddsfordlive.com/product-category/bpa-of-western-delaware-county/

6 pm cocktails
7 pm buffet dinner
1 drink with paid attendance
Cash bar to follow

Bring basket or gift card per business

Suggested value $25-50 to be raffled off.

Band 6-10, live music

Gluten free options available

Vegan meal available, please advise on response

Dec
15
Thu
Planning Commission for Crebilly Farm Meeting
Dec 15 @ 06:30

Planning Commission meeting with Toll Brothers is scheduled for this Thursday, 6:30pm, Stetson Middle School.  The Westtown Historic Commission will make their presentation.  I realize this is a very busy time of year for everyone and as I think I may have mentioned before, I do not think it is an accident that Toll Brothers has decided to present their plans through the entire holiday season.  Just like I do not think it was an accident the last meeting was right before Thanksgiving and their very first 'last minute' meeting with the Westtown BOS was right before the 4th of July holiday.  It is imperative we show up and fill the auditorium!!!  There are 405 seats... please do what you can to attend.

Celebrate the season
Dec 15 @ 17:00 – 21:00

Late Thursdays in December

December 15 & 22

Celebrate the season and everything you love about the Museum with extended hours on Thursdays nights. Galleries will be open until 9 p.m., with special events and an art activity. This week -

Holiday Music: The Tonics: Male a cappella Group

Millstone Café: Oysters & Champagne - seafood raw bar, seven fishes stew and cocktails

More Information

Special meeting Chadds Ford Township
Dec 15 @ 19:00

Chadds Ford Township supervisors will hold a special meeting regarding the commercial development at Ridge Road and Route 202 in Concord Township. The project was approved by Concord Township supervisors in 2009, but the property is just across Ridge Road from Olde Ridge Village in Chadds Ford. The special meeting is planned for 7 p.m. on Dec. 15.

Dec
16
Fri
Volunteer Appreciation Night
Dec 16 @ 18:00 – 19:00

Chadds Ford Township will hold its annual Volunteer Appreciation Reception and Open House at 6 p.m. on Dec. 16 in the municipal building.

Chesco Pops Christmas Concert at UHS
Dec 16 @ 19:00
Chester County Pops Concert
Chester County Pops Concert
Dec
17
Sat
Christmas with the dolls
Dec 17 @ 11:00 – 12:00

Christmas with the Dolls

December 17, 11 a.m. - noon

Bring your favorite doll to the museum for crafts based on our beautiful Ann Wyeth McCoy antique doll collection and an informal tea party. This event is best for ages 3 and up with an adult.

For more Information and tickets click here

Gingerbread Festival @ Kennett Library
Dec 17 @ 12:00 – 14:00
The Saturday afternoon Gingerbread Festival at the Kennett Library is coming up on Dec. 17 from noon to 2 p.m. Children ages 5 to 7 can build their best gingerbread house and participate in other fun wintry crafts. Please note that registration is required for this program. For more information, click here.
Dec
18
Sun
Open Studio – Jill Beech
Dec 18 @ 10:00 – 16:00
Jill Beech - Open Studio
Jill Beech - Open Studio
Holiday Sing-Along at Winterthur
Dec 18 @ 13:00

Holiday Sing-Along

December 18, 1:00 pm, Copeland Lecture Hall at Winterthur

 

All ages will get in the spirit as the award-winning Chesapeake Silver Cornet Brass Band performs holiday favorites. Singing encouraged! Copeland Lecture Hall. $10 per Member. $20 per nonmember. $5 per child, ages 10–17. Reservations encouraged. Call 800.448.3883 for reservations.

“The Messiah Christmas Suite”
Dec 18 @ 16:00 – 17:00

Brandywine Baptist Church on Sunday, Dec. 18 at 4 p.m,. will hold its annual Christmas program with the singing of "The Messiah Christmas Suite" with full -- and always robust -- congregation participation. The delightful children's chorus will join the adults and soloists this season to make a most "Joyful Night in Bethlehem [Brandywine]."

Dec
21
Wed
Gentlemen’s Nite at Wilson Vineyard Gallery
Dec 21 @ 17:00 – 20:00

Wilsons Winery
Wilsons Winery
Gentlemen's Nite at Wilson Vineyard Gallery. Wednesdays 5 to 8 until Christmas.
Let Sally and Nancy help you choose the perfect gift for your loved one.
Fine hand crafted work by local artisans.

Winter Solstice Celebration @ Stateline Woods Preserve
Dec 21 @ 18:00 – 19:00
Celebrate the longest night of the year at the Stateline Woods Preserve with The Land Conservancy for Southern Chester County on Wednesday, Dec. 21, from 6 to 7 p.m. Enjoy hot chocolate and refreshments by the bonfire while we decorate and light the evergreen tree atop Crossfield Hill. Drop-ins are welcome! For more information, click here.