Jul
29
Sat
Chesco Pops Performance
Jul 29 @ 19:00
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Chesco Pops Orchestra
featuring the West Chester Area Community ChorusTWO CONCERTS ONLY

Saturday, July 29 at 7:00PM

Sunday, July 30 at 3:00PM

Purchase Tickets HERE
The Brandywiners, Ltd., presents Oliver! @ Longwood Gardens
Jul 29 @ 20:00 – 22:30

Winner of three Tony Awards, Lionel Bart’s coming-of-age stage musical Oliver!—based upon the 1838 novel Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens—takes audiences on a wild adventure throughout Victorian England.
Follow along as Oliver Twist, a young orphaned boy, navigates London’s underworld of theft and violence, searching for a home, a family, and—most importantly—for love.
When Oliver is picked up on the street by a boy named the Artful Dodger, he is welcomed into a gang of child pickpockets led by the conniving, but charismatic, Fagin. When Oliver is falsely accused of a theft he didn’t commit, he is rescued by a kind and wealthy gentleman, to the dismay of Fagin’s violent sidekick, Bill Sikes. Caught in the middle is the warm-hearted Nancy, who is trapped under Bill’s thumb, but desperate to help Oliver, with tragic results.
A spirited, timeless production, Oliver! has been entertaining audiences since it first premiered in London in 1960. With songs like As Long as He Needs Me, Food, Glorious Food, and Where Is Love, Oliver! is a musical classic.
Lionel Bart’s Oliver! is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.

More about The Brandywiners, Ltd.
One of the largest nonprofit theatrical groups in the Delaware Valley, The Brandywiners, Ltd., presents high-quality musicals each summer in the spacious Open Air Theatre at Longwood Gardens. Proceeds from The Brandywiners’ concerts and musical theater productions benefit cultural, educational, and civic causes throughout the Brandywine Valley.

Jul
30
Sun
Chesco Pops Performance
Jul 30 @ 15:00
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Chesco Pops Orchestra
featuring the West Chester Area Community ChorusTWO CONCERTS ONLYSaturday, July 29 at 7:00PM

Sunday, July 30 at 3:00PM

Purchase Tickets HERE
Aug
4
Fri
First Friday – Kennett, Wilmington, West Chester
Aug 4 @ 17:00
Aug
12
Sat
Chicken BBQ Dinner
Aug 12 @ 16:30 – 19:30
Aug
16
Wed
Photography After Hours: Illuminated Fountains @ Longwood Gardens
Aug 16 – Aug 24 all-day

Have you ever dreamt of capturing the splendor of our Main Fountain Garden at night while having it all to yourself?

This is your opportunity. Join us and experience an exclusive evening doing just that, shooting and learning alongside a few peers and our expert instructor Dick Greenwood. You’ll photograph the Main Fountain Garden as it glows with its nighttime lighting, as well as capture the infinite colors and fanfare of a private Illuminated Fountain Performance, set up just for you.

So you can make the most of your time during your exclusive shoot, a few days before the onsite portion of the experience we'll meet online to talk about how best to photograph this storied space at night. To ensure that you get the most out of the experience, a few days after the shoot you'll have the opportunity to receive feedback from Greenwood and your peers in an online critique.

Online Orientation
Wednesday, August 16, 6:00–7:30 pm

Onsite Session
Friday, August 18, 10:30 pm–1:30 am

Online Critique Session
Thursday, August 24, 6:00–8:00 pm

Inclement Weather Date
Saturday, August 19, 10:30 pm–1:30 am

Full course content includes both the online and the onsite components.

Aug
19
Sat
The Terror of Mechagodzilla at Neshaminy Creek
Aug 19 all-day

Witness The Terror of Mechagodzilla on 16mm film presented by Exhumed Films at Neshaminy Creek Brewing Company on Saturday, August 19th!
To celebrate the release of MECHA DRY, the new Japanese-Style Rice Lager, Neshaminy Creek has teamed up with Exhumed Films to host a screening of THE TERROR OF MECHAGODZILLA (MONSTERS FROM AN UNKNOWN PLANET) on 16MM. Exhumed Films has also put together a pretty rad reel of vintage trailers that’ll roll before the film begins. This is the longer UK theatrical version of the The Terror of Mechagodzilla released by Toho in 1975.
Electric Eats will be on sight for the night and there will be a popcorn machine to make this a real night out at the movies!

Family Fun Day
Aug 19 @ 11:00 – 15:00
Aug
23
Wed
Story Time
Aug 23 @ 10:00

The final Storytime of the summer will be held on Wednesday, August 23rd at 10am in the Township park. Cancellations due to weather will be announced on the Township website and Facebook page.

Aug
24
Thu
“No Greater Love”
Aug 24 @ 20:30 – 21:30
Speaker Series, No Greater Love, Thursday, 8/24, 7-8:30 pm

No Greater Love tells this story from the perspective of those who loved Michael Crescenz most, close friends, family, Michael’s commanding officer in Vietnam, retired Lieutenant General Sam Wetzel, and medic William “Doc” Stafford, the soldier closest to Michael when he was cut down by enemy fire and who believes to this day that he survived Nui Chom only because of the selfless actions of Private First Class Crescenz.
 

The program is free for members and $10 for non-members.
Aug
31
Thu
WGK Glass Art Pumpkin Festival
Aug 31 @ 15:17 – 16:17
Weekend at Wayvine Winery
Aug 31 @ 16:00 – 20:00

This Weekends line up at Wayvine

Thursday: Open 4-8pm
BINGO: 6-8pm

Friday:
 Open 4-9pm
Live Music: Open Mic, 6-9pm

Saturday: Open 12-8pm,
Live Music: The Essentials, 3-6pm
Food Truck: Mezzaluna Wood Fired Pizza, 1-7pm

Sunday: Open 12-6pm
Live Music: Steve Sottung, 2-5pm

Sep
1
Fri
First Friday – Kennett, Wilmington, West Chester
Sep 1 @ 17:00
Sep
2
Sat
CFHS Battle of the Brandywine
Sep 2 @ 10:00 – Sep 3 @ 17:00

PRESENTS

Battle at Chadds Ford

~ Historic Chadds Ford Days ~

Saturday, September 16th

Sunday, September 17th

10am - 5pm

1736 Creek Road

Chadds Ford, Pa. 19317

Mark your calendars for this wonderful event!

Journey back to the 18th century this September 16th and 17th as the Chadds Ford Historical Society hosts their annual event. This weekend long Colonial festival celebrates and reenacts the September 11, 1777 Battle of Brandywine, the largest single-day battle of the American Revolution.

The event will include battle reenactments twice daily, soldiers performing military drills and battlefield encampments demonstrating life in the 18th century. Get a glimpse of what it was like to be a women following General Washington’s army as a “Camp Follower”.  Observe some of the daily tasks that these women provided for the soldiers.

Enjoy this annual tradition as you travel back and immerse yourself in the 18th century. This family-friendly festival, features battlefield reenactments, colonial demonstrators, reenactors, artisans, authors, non-profits, live music, food and libations.

For more details about the event, please click here

Battle at Chadds Ford

~ Historic Chadds Ford Days ~

Sponsorship Opportunities!

We'd like to invite both individuals and businesses to become a sponsor of this long-standing community tradition! This historic/educational event was so well received by the public in September 2021, its first year in the making, that we are continuing in that tradition. There are a variety of sponsorship levels to fit any budget. Whether you're a local business looking to connect to the community or a family who wants to support this annual tradition, we have many levels for which you can support the event.   You'll receive recognition at the event as well as other benefits and also be supporting Chadds Ford Historical Society in our goal to preserve and maintain the local history of Chadds Ford for generations to come.

Interested In Sponsoring? Click Here for our Sponsorship Form!

If you have questions about our sponsorships, please email Sandi Johnson at events@chaddsfordhistory.org or call 610-388-7376.

BBQ 911
Sep 2 @ 14:00 – 18:00
OsoSweet Bakery Cafe is turning 3! @ OsoSweet Bakery Cafe
Sep 2 @ 17:00 – 21:00

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/

 

Sep
6
Wed
Garden & Estate Insider: Ferns @ Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library
Sep 6 @ 11:00 – 12:00

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.

Sep
7
Thu
Solo Artist Exhibition Opening
Sep 7 @ 17:00 – 19:00

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

http://www.Facebook.com/vinedesignsart

http://www.instagram.com/vinedesigns83

Sep
8
Fri
Three artist show “Mother Nature”
Sep 8 @ 17:30 – 20:00

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.

Sep
9
Sat
Archaeology Festival @ Newlin Grist Mill
Sep 9 @ 10:00 – 15:00

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.

Mushroom Festival
Sep 9 @ 10:00 – Sep 10 @ 18:00
Sep
10
Sun
Stewardship Walk at the Laurels Preserve
Sep 10 @ 11:00 – 12:00
Stewardship Walk at the Laurels Preserve

 

 

September 10, 9–11 a.m.

Join one of Brandywine's Preserve Stewards on a leisurely hike around the Laurels Preserve to discuss recent stewardship work and the reasons behind the activities. This event is for Brandywine members only and tickets are extremely limited.

 

Register for September 10

Not a member? Click here to join.

 

Click here for additional member hikes coming up soon at the Brandywine's Preserves.

History Series: Kennett Occupation Day
Sep 10 @ 15:00

The Kennett Heritage Center Presents
Speaking of History Series: Kennett Occupation Day

Sunday, September 10, 2023
3 pm
New Garden Friends Meeting
Toughkenamon, PA 19374

The lecture will be presented by Wade P. Catts. He will share recent findings about troop movements leading up to the 1777 Battle at Brandywine Creek, when Crown Forces pitched a regular camp in two lines at Kennett Square in preparation to fight General Washington's army.

This program is sponsored by Hadley, a fund of the Chester County Community foundation.

Click here to learn more about Hadley. 

Click Here To Register
Sep
11
Mon
Remembrance Day @ Brandywine Battlefield Park
Sep 11 @ 18:00 – 18:30

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.

Sep
13
Wed
Elements of Design Online @ Longwood Gardens
Sep 13 – Sep 27 all-day

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

BPA is Home on the Range
Sep 13 @ 17:30 – 20:30

HOME HOME ON THE RANGE

WHEN

Wednesday, September 13, 2023
5:30 PM ET - 8:30 PM ET

Add to Calendar

WHERE

MAPLE SPRING FARM


HOSTED BY

BPA of Western Delco

Join us for our BPA FARM PARTY at the Maple Spring Farm, hosted by Sofia Clinger
Sep
14
Thu
CCAA Opening Reception
Sep 14 @ 17:00 – 19:00
Coatesville Grand PrixView Party @ Historic Brooklawn
Sep 14 @ 18:00 – 21:00

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. 

Sep
15
Fri
WGK Glass Art Pumpkin Festival 15th-17th
Sep 15 all-day

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.

Last Weekend Galer Estate – Fri-Sat-Sun
Sep 15 @ 14:00 – 19:00

Galer Estate Vineyard & Winery

Good-Bye and Thank you!! Last weekend forever at Galer Estate

Friday 2-7pm /Saturday 12-7pm/ Sunday 2-7pm

12 Years of great memories.. opening at 2011, and now closing at 2023!

Heartfelt thanks to our staff, friends, customers and all the artists, authors, vendors and musicians who have made this such a special place! Join us this weekend for wine, music and fun!

xoxo share your own memories @galerestate

LAST WEEK of Galer Estate Winery --closing its doors forever!

-----Last Day is Sunday September 17th----