Bring the family, neighbors and dogs to help celebrate Oso's 3rd birthday!
We will be open our regular hours, 8-2, with live music featuring Jack Marshall from 12-1:30.
Enjoy local artists, live music headlining Zack Krall & The Dispatch, adult bevies from Grace Winery, a special menu from Oso and a special edition OsoSweet t-shirt tie dye station! 5-9pm
Get more information at https://www.ososweet.shop/
Learn to identify and grow ferns with Linda Eirhart, director of horticulture and senior curator of plants. Program starts promptly at scheduled time. Included with admission. Free for Members.
Join our staff and invited experts for other Garden & Estate Insider events, every Wednesday, April–October.
Solo Art Opening featuring the sparkly, must-see, mixed media mosaics and dreamy paintings by Ivy Egger. Meet the artist. Mingle with other art lovers. Enjoy light refreshments.
https://www.vinedesignsart.com
Regional Center for Women in the Arts and Delaware Center for Horticulture combine for three artist show “Mother Nature”
A reception for the artists takes place Friday, September 8
The Regional Center for Women in the Arts and the Delaware Center for Horticulture have combined to present a show on the observation and interpretation of nature, by three established women artists. Artists Susan Foley, Nancy Sarangoulis and Deborah Zuchman will exhibit their work at the Delaware Center for Horticulture, 1810 N. Dupont Street, Wilmington, DE, from September 8 through October 30.
The exhibition opens with a reception to meet the artists on Friday, September 8 , 2023, from 5:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. RCWA is donating 50 percent of all sales to the Delaware Center for Horticulture for stipends to women artists to help exhibit their work. The mission of the Regional Center for Women in the Arts is to promote women artists.
The show concludes on October 30. For more information is available at www.rcwaweb.org and www.thedch.org.
Visit historic Newlin Grist Mill on Saturday, September 9, 2023 from 10 AM to 3 PM for a day of archaeology fun with the annual Archaeology Festival, held in partnership with the Delaware County Planning Department.
Discover the rich archaeological heritage that lies beneath our feet by assisting professional archaeologists with excavation and cleaning the artifacts we find. Local organizations will have displays of archaeological materials and information about excavations that have been conducted in the region, and professionals will be sharing their knowledge with the public. Younger visitors will especially enjoy our “Kids’ Dig” and pottery assembly activities. Food vendors will be onsite during the day, as well.
Newlin Grist Mill’s ongoing archaeology program seeks to evaluate archaeological resources and explore research questions concerning the development of the Newlin Grist Mill historic complex while enhancing public knowledge and providing opportunities for the public to participate in the archaeological process.
This year’s Archaeology Festival is sponsored by Visit Delco, with additional support by Hoffman’s Exterminating Co. and J&M Preservation.
Admission to the event is free; parking is $5 per car. A complimentary shuttle bus will be available throughout the day to transport visitors between the event parking area and the Visitor Center. For more information, visit www.newlingristmill.org or call the site at 610-459-2359.
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Guests to this free event can bring a lawn chair or a blanket and listen to our distinguished speakers and Philadelphia bagpiper, Mark O’Donnell, paying tribute to the roughly 400 American, British, and Hessian (German) soldiers who perished during the battle, on this the 246th anniversary. In the event of inclement weather, the program will be held inside the Brandywine Battlefield Park Visitor Center.
Do you have a keen interest in landscape and garden design?
During this online course, join Jennifer Nichols, President of GreenWeaver Landscapes, and other like-minded design lovers to discover how to consider built spaces with a designer’s eye. Then, put those skills to use during an independent journey to your local green spaces—botanical gardens, parks, or other beloved natural landmarks—to observe signature design elements and styles in those landscapes. Share your inspiring finds—and your fun garden adventures—and see a variety of unique landscape designs through the eyes of others.
Certificate Information
This course is required for the Certificate of Merit in Landscape Design.
Course Schedule
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
6:00–7:00 pm
Wednesday, September 27
6:00–8:00 pm
Location
Online, live-streamed
Instructor
Jennifer Nichols
HOME HOME ON THE RANGE
WHEN
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
5:30 PM ET - 8:30 PM ET
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WHERE
MAPLE SPRING FARM
HOSTED BY
BPA of Western Delco
The 7th Annual Coatesville Invitational Vintage Grand Prix weekend kicks off with a captivating evening under the stars at historic Brooklawn, nestled in the picturesque hills of Unionville, just a short 15-minute drive from downtown Coatesville. Hosted by CIVGP Committee member Crosby Wood and his wife Nancy, and co-hosted by the CIVGP Committee and the Western Chester County Chamber of Commerce, the PrixView Party is renowned as an exceptional networking occasion not to be missed!
Guests will enjoy the exclusive display of vintage vehicles while engaging with drivers, sponsors, committee members, and fellow classic auto and motorcycle enthusiasts. Tickets include cocktails, light fare and music.
The excitement of Grand Prix weekend continues with the Friday evening Cruise-in on September 15. This special evening welcomes car enthusiasts to cruise their licensed vehicles through the city and get a sneak peek at the Grand Prix course free of charge, with no registration required.
Saturday, September 16, is the main event: the 7th Annual Coatesville Invitational Vintage Grand Prix and 1st Annual Auto/Moto Show. From 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., the historic streets of downtown Coatesville come alive with the awe-inspiring sights and sounds of extraordinary vintage automobiles and motorcycles dating from 1900 to 1983 navigating a challenging 2-mile road course. The event is free and open to the public. Explore the array of classic vehicles in Pit Row, shop at the vendor booths, relax in the beer garden, indulge at the food trucks, and have fun with the kids—especially at the soap box derby!
Leading sponsors of the Coatesville Invitational Vintage Grand Prix include Coatesville Youth Initiative (through the generous support of Bob & Jennifer McNeil), Brian Hoskins Ford, Jeff D’Ambrosio Auto Group, and JGM USA.
For detailed information about the Grand Prix, sponsorship levels, vendor opportunities, and PrixView Party tickets, visit coatesvillegrandprix.com.
The second annual WGK Glass Art Pumpkin Festival will be held from Sept. 15 to 17 in Toughkenamon. There will be local artists, glassblowing demonstrations, vendors, make-your-own glass pumpkin classes, and more. The event will be located at WGK Glass Art, 1255 Newark Road, Toughkenamon. More information can be found at WGKGlass.com.
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Kick off the excitement of the 7th Annual Coatesville Invitational Vintage Grand Prix at the Friday Evening Cruise-in. This special event welcomes vintage cars, trucks, and special interest vehicles, making it a must-see for all car enthusiasts, and giving non-competitors the opportunity to cruise through downtown and get a sneak peek at the course. Bring your pre-1983 hot rods, classic cars, and beautifully restored vehicles. No entry fee or registration required, but all vehicles must be licensed. Parking for Cruise-in vehicles will be provided along Lincoln Highway between 1st and 5th Avenues, giving spectators a chance to admire these remarkable machines up close.
On Saturday, September 16, experience the sights and sounds of vintage automobiles and motorcycles dating from 1900 to 1983 as they move through the heart of Coatesville during the 7th Annual Coatesville Invitational Vintage Grand Prix Watch drivers and riders tackle a challenging 2-mile road course, complete with classic straw bales, that winds through the streets of Coatesville. Then check out the 1st Annual Auto/Moto Show, sponsored by Brian Hoskins Ford, where unique vehicles from all eras will be on display. Immerse yourself in the festivities that include music and entertainment, shopping with local vendors, sampling delicious food from food trucks, relaxing in the beer garden, and having fun with the kids—especially at the soapbox derby—all just steps away from the start/finish line.
Friday and Saturday events are free to attend, and a portion of Saturday proceeds benefit the City of Coatesville Parks and Recreation initiatives. For more information, visit coatesvillegrandprix.com.
Leading sponsors of the Coatesville Invitational Vintage Grand Prix include Coatesville Youth Initiative (through the generous support of Bob & Jennifer McNeil), Brian Hoskins Ford, Jeff D’Ambrosio Auto Group, and JGM USA.
Start your engines and prepare for an unforgettable day of adrenaline-pumping action at the 7th Annual Coatesville Invitational Vintage Grand Prix and 1st Annual Auto/Moto Show!
Get ready to witness the grace, power, and beauty of vintage cars and motorcycles dating from 1900 to 1983 as they tackle a challenging 2-mile road course, complete with nostalgic straw bales, that winds through the historic streets of Coatesville in one of the few remaining events of this type in North America run on city streets. New this year is the 1st Annual Auto/Moto Show featuring exquisite vintage cars, sponsored by Brian Hoskins Ford.
Just a few steps away from the heart-pounding start/finish line, visitors will find music and entertainment, a vendor village with an array of wares, food trucks featuring favorite dishes from local chefs, and a refreshing beer garden. Kids will enjoy activities just for them, including the soap box derby!
Get a taste of the action here: https://vimeo.com/839731421
The event is free and benefits the City of Coatesville Parks and Recreation initiatives. Special thanks to CIVGP partners at Brandywine Motorsports Club for their continued expertise in overseeing the course design, driver registration, and competition.
Driver registration is now open at http://bit.ly/CIVGP. Visit coatesvillegrandprix.com for information regarding sponsorship, vendor opportunities, event history and details, or contact [email protected].
Leading sponsors of the Coatesville Invitational Vintage Grand Prix include Coatesville Youth Initiative (through the generous support of Bob & Jennifer McNeil), Brian Hoskins Ford, Jeff D’Ambrosio Auto Group, and JGM USA.
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Spend an afternoon of FREE family fun at Canine Partners for Life’s Fall Festival featuring Cow Bingo! Guests can visit the puppy kissing booth, take a kennel tour, watch a service dog demonstration, shop from local vendors, grab food from a variety of food trucks, and purchase a chance to win $5,000 in Cow Bingo! Event is rain or shine. No personal pets are permitted. Can’t attend but want to win $5,000? Visit https://k94life.org/ to learn more!
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Rachel Kohl
Evening Book Club
Join us on the third Wednesday of each month for our Evening Book Club! New members are always welcome.
- Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
- Location: Community Room
- Library: Rachel Kohl Community Library
- Audience: Adults New Adult Seniors
- Categories: Book Discussion
Can’t wait for Saturday’s Wine & Jazz festivities? Start your fun early in our beautiful Open Air Theatre with a special nighttime Wine & Jazz All Stars performance featuring bandleaders from past and present Wine & Jazz Festivals.
Performers
Emmet Cohen
Multifaceted American jazz pianist and composer Emmet Cohen has emerged as one of his generation’s pivotal figures in music and the related arts. A recognized prodigy, Cohen began Suzuki method piano instruction at age three, and his playing quickly became a mature melding of musicality, technique, and concept. Possessing a fluid technique, an innovative tonal palette, and an extensive repertoire, Cohen plays with the command of a seasoned veteran and the passion of an artist fully devoted to his medium.
Anat Cohen
The perennial winner of “Clarinetist of the Year” titles from DownBeat, JazzTimes, and the Jazz Journalists Association, the ever charismatic, prolific, and inspired Grammy Award-nominated clarinetist-saxophonist Anat Cohen has won hearts and minds the world over with her expressive virtuosity and delightful stage presence.
Justin Faulkner
Philadelphia native, drummer, educator, and philanthropist Justin Faulkner has cultivated a sound that invites, entertains, informs, and heals. Throughout his career, Faulkner has shared the stage with musical luminaries like Branford Marsalis, Wynton Marsalis, Kenny Barron, Dr. Lonnie Smith, Peter Nero, Jimmy Heath, Bootsy Collins, Robert Glasper, Orrin Evans, Ornette Coleman, Sean Jones, Tim Warfield, Bernard Purdie, Pharoah Saunders, Terence Blanchard, Mingus Big Band/Dynasty/Orchestra, Bootsie Barnes, Jacky Terrasson, Terrence Howard, Bilal, and Christian McBride and continues to be the drummer of choice for numerous others.
Terell Stafford
An acclaimed trumpet player based in New York, Terell Stafford is recognized as an incredibly gifted and versatile player, combining a deep love of melody with his own brand of spirited and adventurous lyricism. Stafford is a member of the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra, awarded a Grammy Award in 2009 for Best Large Ensemble, Live at the Village Vanguard. Stafford can be heard on more than 130 albums including his own, BrotherLee Love, Celebrating Lee Morgan, which received a 47th Annual NAACP Image Award nomination. Stafford is the Director of Jazz Studies and Chair of Instrumental Studies at Temple University, founder and band leader of the Terell Stafford Quintet, and Managing and Artistic Director of the Jazz Orchestra of Philadelphia.
Check back soon for additional performer announcements and more details.
Our speaker is, Andrew Outten, the historical programs manager of the Society of the Cincinnati and its American Revolution Institute in Washington, D.C. The program will focus on William Faden, one of the most influential British mapmakers in the late eighteenth century. Curiously, Faden reproduced his 1778 map of the Battle of Brandywine in 1784 with significant alterations. Drawing from his recent research, Mr. Outten examines the motives behind the production of a later edition and the general complexities of map production in the eighteenth century. Please join us for this lecture, questions, and refreshments.
After the presentation, guests can visit the Brandywine Battlefield Park’s exhibit gallery, join one or both afternoon tours, and enjoy some light refreshments. Tickets are $20.00 ($23.18 total with fees) per person and available on Eventbrite Revolutionary Speaker Series.
Forest Festival — The Gordon @ 50
Saturday, September 23
1-4 PM (Rain Date: Sunday, September 24)
West Chester University, South Campus
"R" parking lot off South New Street
WCU celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Gordon Natural Area (GNA) with food, music, family activities, and more. Join one of 3 optional guided tours of the Gordon, a 126-acre preserved forest with native plants, stream and meadow habitat. Tours last approx. 45 minutes (appropriate footwear for walking through wet areas and on rough terrain with exposed roots and rocks is recommended).
- 1:15 p.m. — Tree Identification Tour
- 2:15 p.m. — Getting to Know the Gordon: History & Ecology with Dr. Jen Chandler, Department of Biology
- 3:15 p.m. — The Eastern Meadow: Enhancing Habitat for the Monarch Butterfly with Dr. Nur Ritter, GNA Stewardship Manager
Parents! Looking for something worthwhile for your child after school? Our popular group drumming sessions for beginners, grooveKIDS, will return in September. This class is designed for early elementary students (grades 3-6). No prior drumming experience required. The students will learn:
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about the basics of rhythm;
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how to play in a small group and
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how to improve their listening skills.
The classes will take place at the studio on Mondays in September and October: (9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9 and 10/16) from 4:00pm - 4:50pm. All materials will be provided.
Longwood Gardens Announces Release of Du Pont Gardens of the Brandywine Valley
New book celebrates the du Pont family legacy of land stewardship and horticultural creativity. Book signing and lecture slated for October 1 at Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library.
Kennett Square, PA - Longwood Gardens today announced the release of Du Pont Gardens of the Brandywine Valley, a stunning new book featuring photographs by Larry Lederman and text by Marta McDowell. The book explores the rich history and unique attributes of five former du Pont estates that have become cultural landmarks in the Brandywine Valley, including Hagley Museum and Library, Nemours Estate, Mt. Cuba Center, Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library, and Longwood Gardens. The hardcover book retails for $60 and is available now onsite at Longwood’s Garden Shop and online at shop.longwoodgardens.org/
Published by Monacelli, Du Pont Gardens of the Brandywine Valley features 240 pages and 220 stunning photographs. The book opens with a preface by Lederman that details his personal experience with the gardens, an introductory essay by Charles A. Birnbaum, President and CEO of the Cultural Landscape Foundation, who writes about the du Pont landscape legacy, and a chapter dedicated to the du Pont heritage of horticulture and stewardship. McDowell, a garden writer who combines a deep knowledge of garden design and horticulture with a penchant for social history, contributed the book’s thoughtful text, relating the stories of these gardens, both their history and their commitment to the future through strategies for sustainable management and growth.
“The Brandywine Valley is home to some of the most spectacular gardens in the world and so much of that beauty is owed to the thoughtful vision of the du Pont family who created and preserved these estates for all to enjoy,” said Paul B. Redman, President and CEO of Longwood Gardens. “We are delighted to join these other great gardens in celebrating the release of this new book. The inspiring stories by Marta McDowell coupled with the beautiful images by Larry Lederman make this book an inspiring read for garden lovers, landscape designers, and horticulturists.”
To celebrate the launch of the new book, a book signing and lecture will be held at Winterthur Museum, Garden, & Library on Sunday, October 1 at 1pm. McDowell will share stories and histories of the gardens, while Lederman will describe his approach and experience photographing these beautiful places throughout the seasons. A selection of photos from the book will be on display. Tickets for the lecture only or including the lecture and a signed copy of the book, are available now on the Winterthur website.
Since arriving in America in 1800, the descendants of the du Pont family have made their mark as innovative industrialists, generous philanthropists, pioneering preservationists, collectors of American decorative arts, and ecological stewards of natural environments. Longwood’s own legacy finds its beginning interwoven with the du Pont family’s passion for nature and preservation. In 1906, industrialist Pierre S. du Pont (1870-1954) purchased a small farm near Kennett Square, PA, to save a collection of historic trees from being sold for lumber. Through that act of preservation, Longwood Gardens was born. In Du Pont Gardens of the Brandywine Valley, readers can view the iconic landscapes of one of the world’s great horticultural displays and its 1,100 acres of dazzling gardens, woodlands, meadows, fountains, and grand conservatory.
Lederman’s vivid photographs exquisitely capture the beauty and spirit of each place, moving through the seasons and the day from dawn to dusk. With an individual chapter dedicated to each garden, readers will travel to the naturalized woodland at Winterthur, the Beaux-Arts elegance of Nemours, the striking ruins atop ruins of the Crowninshield Garden at Hagley, and the picturesque native plant gardens and scenic trails of Mt. Cuba Center.
About the Authors
Following a successful career in corporate law, Larry Lederman turned to photography as an avocation. From an initial focus on the forms and foliage of trees, Lederman now captures the beauty of gardens and landscapes through the seasons. He is the author of many books, including Magnificent Trees of the New York Botanical Garden, The Rockefeller Family Gardens: An American Legacy, and Garden Portraits: Experiencing Natural Beauty, all published by Monacelli, and the principal photographer for the 125th anniversary edition of The New York Botanical Garden (Abrams).
Marta McDowell is a garden historian and writer whose books include Emily Dickinson’s Gardening Life, Unearthing the Secret Garden, and Beatrix Potter’s Gardening Life. She teaches landscape history and horticulture at the New York Botanical Garden and is a featured speaker at garden clubs and horticultural organizations.
Charles A. Birnbaum, FASLA, FAAR, founder, president, and CEO of The Cultural Landscape Foundation, is the editor of Experiencing Olmsted, a survey of parks and public spaces.
About Longwood Gardens
In 1906, industrialist Pierre S. 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 1,100 acres of dazzling gardens, woodlands, meadows, fountains, a 10,010-pipe Aeolian organ, and grand conservatory. Longwood Gardens is the living legacy of Pierre S. du Pont, bringing joy and inspiration to everyone through the beauty of nature, conservation, and learning. Open daily, Longwood is one of more than 30 gardens in the Philadelphia region known as America’s Garden Capital. For more information, visit longwoodgardens.org.
Du Pont Gardens of the Brandywine Valley Book Signing and Lecture
When: Sunday, October 1 @ 1 PM
Where: Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library, 5105 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE 19807
Details: Garden historian and writer Marta McDowell will share stories and histories of the gardens, while acclaimed photographer Larry Lederman will describe his approach and experience photographing these beautiful places. A selection of photos from the book will be on display. Tickets for the lecture only or including the lecture and a signed copy of the book, are available now on the Winterthur website.
Parents! Looking for something worthwhile for your child after school? Our popular group drumming sessions for beginners, grooveKIDS, will return in September. This class is designed for early elementary students (grades 3-6). No prior drumming experience required. The students will learn:
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about the basics of rhythm;
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how to play in a small group and
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how to improve their listening skills.
The classes will take place at the studio on Mondays in September and October: (9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9 and 10/16) from 4:00pm - 4:50pm. All materials will be provided.
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