Star Spangled Spectacular
July 2
9:15 pm
Well-known patriotic music abounds as we celebrate America. The show begins with The Olympic Fanfare, followed by Victory at Sea, The Colonel Bogey March, The Winds of War, King’s Row, an Armed Forces Medley, The Stars & Stripes, and ends with an exhilarating finale.

A Night at the Movies
July 22
9:15 pm
Relive favorite movie music classics in this rousing salute to the silver screen. From the stirring James Bond theme, to favorites from ET The Extra-Terrestrial, Back to the Future, and The Pink Panther, to a climatic ending from Star Wars, movie—and music—lovers of all ages will relish this show. 

Divas of Dance
August 12
9:15 pm
Hold on to your seat during this high-energy show featuring hits from an eclectic mix of popular artists including Katy Perry, Madonna, Ariana Grade, Lady Gaga, Jennifer Lopez, Rihanna, Miley Cyrus and more.

Pictures at a Fountain Exhibition
September 2
8:15 pm
Select movements from Russian composer Modest Mussorgsky’s timeless works Boris Godunov, Night on Bald Mountain, and Pictures at an Exhibition are the basis for this soaring and emotional classical show.

Over the Rainbow
September 16
8:15 pm
Travel with Dorothy from her Kansas home to the world of Oz in this dazzling show featuring well-loved tunes from the classic story The Wizard of Oz.

Ticketing Information
Tickets for Fireworks & Fountains Shows go on sale May 1 at 10:00 am at longwoodgardens.org. Admission is by advance-sale ticket only and tickets are limited. Fireworks & Fountains tickets include all-day admission to the Gardens. Blankets are not permitted. Guests can select from two ticketing options: Lawn Seating and Reserved Seating.

Lawn Seating
Bring your own chair to the show. Chairs may be set up beginning at 5:30 pm. Line forms at 4:30 pm. Tickets are $42 ages 19 & over, and $22 for ages 18 & under; $38 for Members ages 19 & over, and $34 for Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members 19 & over, $20 for Members ages 18 & under, and $18 for Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members 18 & under.

Reserved Seating
No need to bring your chair or wait in line! Reserved seating allows you to select your seat when you purchase your ticket, then arrive to your chair already placed and waiting for you. Tickets are $50 for all ages, $45 for Members, and $40 for Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members.

Since 1980, nearly half a million guests have enjoyed Longwood’s infamous Fireworks & Fountains Shows that dazzle guests with breathtaking grandeur. For more information, visit www.longwoodgardens.org. Special group rates for 15 or more people are available. Shows are rain or shine. A decision to delay or postpone under severe weather conditions is made normally 15 minutes prior to show time, based on local weather conditions at Longwood.

About Longwood Gardens
In 1906, industrialist Pierre du Pont (1870-1954) purchased a small farm near Kennett Square, PA, to save a collection of historic trees from being sold for lumber. Today, Longwood Gardens is one of the world’s great horticultural displays, encompassing 1,077 acres of dazzling gardens, woodlands, meadows, fountains, 10,010-pipe Aeolian organ and 4.5-acre conservatory.  Longwood continues the mission set forth by Mr. du Pont to inspire people through excellence in garden design, horticulture, education and the performing arts, through programming that includes exhibitions, musical performances by leading artists, renowned horticulture education programs, horticulture research, environmental stewardship and community engagement.

Longwood Gardens is on US Route 1 near Kennett Square, PA, 30 miles west of Philadelphia. Admission is $23 for adults; $20 for seniors (age 62+); $13 for students (ages 5–18 or with valid student ID) and free ages 4 and under. Group rates available. Details at www.longwoodgardens.org.                

Tuesdays in July and August

10:00 am–3:00 pm

Hands-on crafts and games based on things in the museum, garden, and library teach kids ages 3–10 about an assortment of opposites, while special guests highlight skills and trades from past and present. New activities and guests each week. Continue to check the website for detailed information. Members and children under 2 free; nonmembers: $5 per child and one adult; additional adults $15.

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

Rotunda

From the street to the track, on the silver screen and the television set, the Chevrolet Corvette was driven by astronauts, movie stars, rock n' rollers, and veterans. Thomas A. Guiler, Ph.D., manager and instruction, academic programs, Winterthur, will discuss its groundbreaking impact on automotive design and its symbol of American culture in the 1950s and '60s.

The Farm Stand is located in front of the Museum Store at the Cottage on Thursdays, July–September, 1:30–5:30 pm. Visit us to select fresh, local produce. Parking is available behind the Cottage near the Winterthur Post Office. Note: Guests who would like to tour Winterthur’s exhibitions or grounds will require a ticket.

Public Welcome to View Life in the 1860s
Union Patriotic League and Mifflin Guard Civilians to visit The Mill at Anselma

The Mill at Anselma will celebrate Life in the 1860s on Saturday, July 8, 2017, from 10AM to 4PM. The Mill at Anselma is excited to be hosting both the Union Patriotic League and the Mifflin Guard Civilians, both reenacting groups who aim to educate the public regarding the life and work of American civilians during the mid-1800s.  Their living history demonstrations will inform and delight visitors of all ages. Included in their demonstrations are open fire cooking and baking, chair caning, sewing and other needlework, knitting, ladies hair styling and products, band boxes, painting, and other hand crafts.

In addition to the Life in the 1860s encampment, The Mill will also be running a demonstration that day to show how corn was ground over 150 years ago. Visitors will learn how a mill was operated, see the 16 foot water wheel power Colonial-era gears and mill stones, and see and feel the final product as it flows from the stones.

The Mill at Anselma is open to the public every weekend, April through to December, from 10AM to 4PM. Additional hours in the summer are Thursday and Friday 10AM to 4PM. Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors and $3 for children 4 – 14 years of age. Mill members admitted free of charge.

The Mill at Anselma (c. 1747) served its local agricultural community for nearly 300 years and is considered the most complete example of a Colonial-era custom grist mill in the United States.  Restored and recognized as a National Historic Landmark, the Mill provides a powerful educational experience, allowing visitors to experience Pennsylvania’s industrial and agricultural heritage through milling demonstrations, tours of the site, hands-on activities, and its popular speaker series. The Mill is located on Rt. 401 (1730 Conestoga Road), ½ mile west of Rt. 113 in Chester Springs, PA.  For more information, contact the Mill at Anselma at 610-827-1906, email [email protected], or visit www.anselmamill.org.

8:00 pm – bring your flashlight!

Formerly known as the Second Saturdays Garden Walk, these walks are on the second Saturday of each month, year-round at 1:00 pm (unless otherwise noted). All walks begin and end at the Visitor Center and are free for Members and included with admission.

Join Winterthur’s Director of Garden & Estate Chris Strand on a special walk highlighting interesting and seldom seen parts of the Winterthur landscape! Walks last about 90 minutes. Be sure to dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. In case of inclement weather, an update message will be left at 302.888.4915 approximately 3 hours before the walk.

Tuesdays in July and August

10:00 am–3:00 pm

Hands-on crafts and games based on things in the museum, garden, and library teach kids ages 3–10 about an assortment of opposites, while special guests highlight skills and trades from past and present. New activities and guests each week. Continue to check the website for detailed information. Members and children under 2 free; nonmembers: $5 per child and one adult; additional adults $15.

 Andrew Wyeth’s Paintings to Debut on Forever Stamps to Commemorate his birth Centennial       

WHAT:  First-Day-of-Issue dedication ceremony for the Andrew Wyeth Forever stamps that commemorate the centennial of his birth. The event is free and open to the public.
WHO:  Andrew Wyeth’s son Jamie Wyeth,  U.S. Postal Service Senior Director and Chief of Staff to the Postmaster General Patrick Mendonca, Executive Director and CEO, The Brandywine Conservancy Museum of Art Virginia A. Logan

Brandywine River Museum of Art

1 Hoffmans Mill Rd.

Chadds Ford, PA 19317

The public may RSVP online at usps.com/awyeth. Please share the news on social media using the hashtags #WyethStamps and #MyBrandywine.

This pane of 12 Forever stamps celebrates the centennial of the birth of Andrew Wyeth (July 12, 1917 – Jan. 16, 2009), one of the most prominent American artists of the 20th century. Working in a realistic style that defied artistic trends, Wyeth created haunting and enigmatic paintings based largely on people and places in his life, a body of work that continues to resist easy or comfortable interpretation.

This issuance includes stamps that each features a detail from a different Andrew Wyeth painting. The paintings are: “Wind from the Sea” (1947), “Big Room” (1988), “Christina’s World” (1948), “Alvaro and Christina” (1968), “Frostbitten” (1962), “Sailor’s Valentine” (1985), “Soaring” (1942–1950), “North Light” (1984), “Spring Fed” (1967), “The Carry” (2003), “Young Bull” (1960), and “My Studio” (1974). The selvage, or area outside of the stamp images, shows a photograph of Wyeth from the 1930s. Art director Derry Noyes of Washington, DC, designed the pane.

Formerly known as Wednesdays at Winterthur, this behind-the-scenes series of walks, talks, and demonstrations on Wednesdays will introduce you to a garden specialist who will share his or her insights and expertise about the Winterthur Garden and estate, its history, horticulture, or the environment. These events begin at 11:30 am on Wednesdays from April to October (except August) in the Brown Horticulture Learning Center. Members free. Included with admission.

H. F. du Pont was one of the most accomplished gentleman farmers of his day. In this presentation by Director of Interpretation and Estate Historian Jeff Groff, you will learn more about the history of this elite group of farmers, the state-of-the-art facilities they created, and their involvement in exclusive organizations such as the Farmers’ Club. Garden talk.

Alison Smith Driscoll, "Healing with Nature"
Alison will offer practical information about herbs and spices and offer basic principles and practices drawn from the Ayurvedic tradition.   Alison and our horticulturist Carol Long will discuss the use of herbs and spices in simple and tasty recipes to create healing from the inside out in your day-to-day life. Brown Center, Members free, $15 per nonmember.

The Farm Stand is located in front of the Museum Store at the Cottage on Thursdays, July–September, 1:30–5:30 pm. Visit us to select fresh, local produce. Parking is available behind the Cottage near the Winterthur Post Office. Note: Guests who would like to tour Winterthur’s exhibitions or grounds will require a ticket.

Chester County Town Tours and Village Walks: Advance with the Hessians!  (Bus Tour)

Saturday, July 17, 3pm - 6:20pm

Sponsored by Pennsbury Historical Commission, Chadds Ford Historical Society, Brandywine Battlefield Park, Brandywine Battlefield Task Force, & Old Kennett Meeting

On the morning of September 11, 1777, the Royal Army advanced in a second column east along the Great Nottingham Road straight at Washington's defenses. Led by General Wilhelm von Knyphausen, they were tasked with engaging the Continental forces along the Brandywine until they heard General Howe's guns from the north indicating that the flanking maneuver had been successful. As they approached today's Longwood Gardens, they were attacked by soldiers commanded by American General William Maxwell. Despite the American delaying tactics, the enemy advanced to the river. Follow the route by bus and hear the description of the battle as well as the role historic resources along the route played. Brandywine Battlefield interpreters will be on each bus. Open House at Brandywine Battlefield Park beginning at 4:30 pm.

Parking: Bus tours begin at 3 pm. Chadds Ford Elementary School, 3 Baltimore Pike, Chadds Ford.

Cost: FREE, Advance timed reservations required.  

To register go to  http://battlefieldtour2017.eventbrite.com. 

For questions call 610-459-3342.

For more information about the Chester County Town Tours and Village Walks, visit:  http://www.chescoplanning.org/HisResources/TownTours.cfm

Art & Antiques removed from Big Bend, The Estate of George "Frolic" Weymouth

George “Frolic” Weymouth was a skilled artist, a dedicated philanthropist and conservationist, and a source of good humor to those who knew him. Weymouth passed away in 2016 and Pook & Pook, Inc. is pleased to present a special summer auction on the evening of Friday, July 14th featuring antiques and art removed from his farm, Big Bend, in Chadds Ford.  The sale features one hundred and twenty-five items used to furnish and decorate the period home, and will follow a reception at Pook & Pook, Inc’s Downingtown gallery.

Weymouth was born in 1936 to George Weymouth and Dulcinea (née du Pont) Weymouth and spent the majority of his life living in the Brandywine Valley. He is best known for his vibrant personality, artwork, and conservation efforts, including founding the innovative Brandywine Conservancy and Brandywine River Museum of Art. His artwork, created over a six-decade career, included several celebrated portraits, landscapes, and flower studies, many of which reside in the collections of top American museums.  Frolic studied the use of egg tempera with good friend and neighbor Andrew Wyeth and maintained a close connection with the Wyeth family, reportedly even hiding Wyeth’s infamous paintings of neighbor Helga Testorf for years before they became public. In the Brandywine Conservancy’s obituary for Weymouth, artist Jamie Wyeth remembers him as “a neighbor and family... He was an immensely talented artist and achieved so much with his work in Chadds Ford, both with land conservation and with the museum.  He was truly a force of nature that instilled his passion for art and the environment into all of his many friends, and they opened their hearts and their wallets to his causes. He was the best fund-raiser I ever met.” Pook & Pook, Inc. is thrilled to celebrate Frolic’s legacy and his enduring contributions to the Brandywine Valley and beyond.

Preview for this special event will be held on Wednesday, July 12th and Thursday, July 13th from 10:00am-4:00pm and on auction day, Friday, July 14th, from 10:00am- 6:00pm. Pook & Pook, Inc. will also offer a complimentary wine and hors d'oeuvres reception prior to the sale from 5:00pm-6:00pm. Please RSVP to [email protected] should you be interested in attending. Bidders are encouraged to contact Pook & Pook, Inc. at [email protected] or (610) 269-4040 with questions regarding condition reports or online, in-house, phone or absentee bidder registration. Catalogs can also be viewed online at www.pookandpook.com or Bidsquare.com. The auction begins at 6:00pm EST on Friday, July 14th.

Music without Walls
Natural Lands announces annual Friday Night Lights event

WHAT: Natural Lands annual Friday Night Lights is a fantastic evening of music, astronomy, food, beer, and wine amid one of Chester County’s most inspiring landscapes: Natural Lands’ 1,263-acre ChesLen Preserve. Event is for adults age 21 and over.

• Live music under the evening sky featuring Sharon Little and the Chris Paterno Band
• Star gazing with professional astronomers

• Craft beer donated by Victory Brewing Company
• Local wines donated by Borderland Vineyard
• Farm Truck Philly offering delicious food truck treats
• Marshmallows toasted over crackling fires

WHEN: Friday, July 14, 2017; event is from 8:00 to 11:00 pm, gates open at 7:30 pm. (No rain date; bring an umbrella)

WHERE: ChesLen Preserve, 1199 Cannery Road, Coatesville, PA 19320

HOW: Tickets can be purchased online (natlands.org/fridaynightlights) or by phone at 610-353-5587, ext. 221. Space is limited and previous events have sold out.

• REGULAR TICKET includes two free beverages redeemable for your choice of beer or wine. Additional beverages may be purchased on-site.
  $25 per Natural Lands member, $30 per WXPN member, $35 per non-member.
• PREMIUM TICKET includes all the perks of the regular ticket experience, plus VIP parking and prime seating in a reserved section. In addition, Natural Lands will plant a tree for every premium ticket purchased! $35 per Natural Lands member, $40 per WXPN member, $45 per non-member.

ABOUT:

Natural Lands is dedicated to preserving and nurturing nature’s wonders while creating opportunities for joy and discovery in the outdoors for everyone. As the Greater Philadelphia region’s oldest and largest land conservation organization, Natural Lands has preserved more than 125,000 acres, including 44 nature preserves totaling more than 23,000 acres. Some 2.5 million people live within five miles of land under the organization’s protection. Land for life, nature for all. natlands.org.

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.

Beer Garden on the Brandywine At the Brandywine River Museum of Art

July 15 & 16, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. 

Enjoy a variety of local beers from Kennett Brewing Company and a special Oktoberfest-inspired menu in the Museum Courtyard. Check out our new menu and beer list! This event will be held rain or shine under a tent with delicious food and beer available for purchase.

Chaddsford Winery To Offer First ‘Adult Summer Camp’ Program This JulyCamp Chaddsford’s wine and beer tastings, lawn games, and pig roast dinner give Delaware Valley adults theperfect summer retreat
Chadds Ford, PA (June 19, 2017) – Chaddsford Winery will launch a comprehensive, half-day summer camp program designed exclusively for adults seeking outdoor recreation coupled with food, wine, beer, and fun.
Camp Chaddsford will be offered on three Saturdays in July 2017 from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM: July 15, July 22, and July 29.
Upon check in, each participant will receive either a white or gray ‘Camp Chaddsford’ tee shirt, which will
determine their team for the day’s activities. The day will begin with a specially-curated Wine Tasting featuring Chaddsford wine and wine cocktails, and a progressive Beer Tasting with the founders of Locust Lane Brewing Company (Malvern, PA). Friendly, team-based games will take place on the picturesque Vintner’s Lawn, including Corn Hole, Scavenger Hunt, Sack Races, Tug of War, and Kickball.
After working up an appetite during the day’s recreational activities, the program will conclude with a festive Pig Roast Dinner, acoustic sing-alongs around the fire pits, and roasting marshmallows for s’mores. Attendees will
receive two drink tickets/person for wine or beer, and vegetarian options will be available.
The cost for Camp Chaddsford is $65/person or $60/person for groups of 6 or more. Space in the program is limited to 100 participants per day, and the event will occur rain or shine.
Advanced tickets are required and can be purchased at: https://www.chaddsford.com/pages/camp-chaddsfordadult- summer-camp.
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About Chaddsford Winery
Located in the heart of the Brandywine Valley in beautiful Southeastern Pennsylvania sits Chaddsford Winery, one of the oldest and most acclaimed wineries in the state. Established in 1982, Chaddsford Winery is widely regarded as a pioneer in the Pennsylvania wine industry, and with production of approximately 30,000 cases annually, it remains one of the largest by volume. Focusing on making approachable, food friendly wines that reflect their unique ‘Mid-Atlantic Uplands’ microclimate, Chaddsford expresses their artisanship through a diverse portfolio of dry whites, reds and sweet wines. Visit Chaddsford Winery for a Wine Tasting, offered seven days a week, or a complimentary Winery Tour, offered at 11:30am and 2:30pm on most Saturdays and Sundays. More information and an upcoming events calendar is available at www.chaddsford.com.

Beer Garden on the Brandywine At the Brandywine River Museum of Art

July 15 & 16, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. 

Enjoy a variety of local beers from Kennett Brewing Company and a special Oktoberfest-inspired menu in the Museum Courtyard. Check out our new menu and beer list! This event will be held rain or shine under a tent with delicious food and beer available for purchase.

Tuesdays in July and August

10:00 am–3:00 pm

Hands-on crafts and games based on things in the museum, garden, and library teach kids ages 3–10 about an assortment of opposites, while special guests highlight skills and trades from past and present. New activities and guests each week. Continue to check the website for detailed information. Members and children under 2 free; nonmembers: $5 per child and one adult; additional adults $15.

The Winterthur Library’s collection of autochromes, the first industrially produced color photographs, provides horticulturists with a valuable glimpse into Mr. du Pont’s early design aesthetic. In particular, their portrayal between 1910 and 1921 of a lavish, formal flower garden at Winterthur is particularly priceless in that this garden no longer exists today. Join Assistant Curator of Education Erica Anderson for a sampling of historical images picturing this lost garden and then go on-site to investigate the garden’s original location and see remnants from its colorful past. Garden talk and walk.

Christmas in July

Wednesday, July 19th
(Rain Date Wednesday, July 26th)
5:00 - 7:00 PM

Hosted By the Merchants ***  Family & Dog Friendly
Dunk Tank   ***   Moon Bounce *** Painting
Ann’s Kitchen Samples  ***  Snacks & Drinks
Rescue Dogs  ***   Yappy Hour
Bring A Chair & Join the Fun!

Olde Ridge Village
100 Ridge Road, Chadds Ford

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.

Meditation sessions will guide you in settling your mind and opening your heart. We will use imagery, visualizations, mindfulness of body and breath, and the environment of Winterthur to cultivate relaxation, a sense of well-being, and appreciation of the natural beauty all around us.
Led by Alison Smith Driscoll, Mary Wheeling, and Beth Sheehy. Bring an open mind and heart! Wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes.
Class will move outdoors as weather permits. $10 per class. Register for each class by calling 800.448.3883. Drop-ins are welcome as long as there is room!

The Farm Stand is located in front of the Museum Store at the Cottage on Thursdays, July–September, 1:30–5:30 pm. Visit us to select fresh, local produce. Parking is available behind the Cottage near the Winterthur Post Office. Note: Guests who would like to tour Winterthur’s exhibitions or grounds will require a ticket.

When:  Thursday, July 20, 2017 from 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Event Name:  Criterions Jazz Reunion Concert

Alumni from West Chester University’s premier musical ensemble, the Criterions, take the stage for this free annual concert of jazz, swing and big band music.

Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall

Philips Memorial Building

700 S. High St.

West Chester, PA  19383

Phone:  610-436-2266   email:  www.wcupa.edu/arts-humanities

Library Transforms into Marketplace for Single-Day Solstice Faire

The Kennett Library hosts its solstice fair event on July 22 from 10 AM to 3 PM for children, teens and adults.  Artists, craftpersons and other vendors will be set up throughout the building with items for sale.

After a wonderful response from both vendors and the community, the library has brought its marketplace event to the summer season. Open to all members of the public, the Summer Solstice Faire invites a wide range of local talent to the building. A stroll through the stacks will treat anyone in attendance to an array of skilled professionals, each offering a glimpse into their unique worlds. Peruse handmade and homemade goods and even watch a few demonstrations first hand.

New program coordinator, Alex Caliva, is thrilled to offer a summer edition of the solstice art and craft fair. “We knew we wanted to host the event more than once per year, and ultimately decided to set it at the high point of our summer programming season.” The staff look forward to drawing attention to the immense creativity that exists throughout the area and providing the community with a very special day.

The Kennett Library is inviting all of its neighbors as well as anyone passing through the town to come out to the fair. More information may be found on the library’s website, www.kennettlibrary.org. For any inquiries about this or another programs and events occurring at the Kennett Library, please contact Alex Caliva at [email protected].