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

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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----

The 7th Annual Coatesville Invitational Vintage Grand Prix – Friday Evening Cruise-in @ Park vehicles between 1st and 5th Avenues on Lincoln Highway, Coatesville, PA 19320
Sep 15 @ 18:00 – 21:00

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. 

Sep
16
Sat
7th Annual Coatesville Invitational Vintage Grand Prix & 1st Annual Auto/Moto Show @ 3rd Avenue and Lincoln Highway (Start/Finish line) Coatesville, PA 19320
Sep 16 @ 09:00 – 16:30

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. 

Chadds Ford Days
Sep 16 @ 10:00 – Sep 17 @ 17:00

Battle at Chadds Ford

~ Historic Chadds Ford Days ~

 

Saturday, September 16th

Sunday, September 17th

10am - 5pm

1736 Creek Road

Chadds Ford, Pa. 19317

Canine Partners for Life’s Fall Festival featuring Cow Bingo! @ Canine Partners for Life
Sep 16 @ 12:00 – 16:00

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!

Water Water Water Workshop
Sep 16 @ 13:00 – 14:00

Water, Water, Water Workshop *NEW*

Saturday, September 16th from 1-2 pm, Ages 3 - 5
Water is everywhere! This fun workshop will teach us about water and its importance. We will read a book, sing a song, and perform a hands-on science activity to learn some of the amazing properties of water.
For ages 3-5, Cost:  $12
Register here:  https://form.jotform.com/231945933169163
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Sep
17
Sun
Hagley Car Show
Sep 17 @ 22:00 – 16:00
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Hagley Car Show

presented by Fidelity Investments
Wilmington, Delaware

Sunday, September 17 (rain or shine)
200 Hagley Creek Road
Wilmington, DE 19807
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
(field opens at 7:30 a.m. for display vehicles)

Special Feature
A Drive Down Memory Lane – Celebrating Bygone Brands
Limited spots remain for the Hagley Car Show. Don't miss your chance to be part of the area's best car show on Sunday, September 17, featuring more than 500 antique and restored cars from 1905 to 1998, displayed against the backdrop of Hagley's historic home and garden. If your car's make is no longer in production, it might be included in our bygone brands feature section!

 

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We'll celebrate the grand opening of an expanded transportation exhibition, DuPonts Down the Road, during the Hagley Car Show. Be sure to visit the exhibition (located on the rear level of the Hagley Barn) to see new additions to our transportation collection including an Indian motorcycle owned by E. Paul du Pont and a 1918 Cadillac owned by Irénée du Pont, Jr. Automotive-related items from our Museum Store will be available for sale near the exhibition. On hand to celebrate the opening will be our partners from Delaware Cadillac. Marvel at the magnificence of their 2024 all-electric LYRIQ. See the evolution of Cadillacs from the early 20th century through today!
Sep
20
Wed
Book Club
Sep 20 @ 18:00 – 19:00

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 
Sep
22
Fri
Wine & Jazz All Stars
Sep 22 @ 18:30

Wine & Jazz All Stars

SUMMER SERIES
Date & Time Friday, September 22, 2023 at 6:30 pm

Open Air Theatre


Tickets

Reserved Seating: $49

Gardens Preferred, Gardens Premium Members, and Innovators: $44

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Save when you purchase our Wine & Jazz Bundle Ticket to both events (Festival and All Stars)

For guests 21 years & over: $97

For ages 5–20 and designated drivers: $75

Buy Wine & Jazz Bundle


Tickets include all-day Gardens Admission, reserved seating for the concert, and an Illuminated Fountain Performance on Friday, September 22 at 8:15 pm

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

Musician posing against an open white piano

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

Portrait of a performer, leaning in toward the camera

The perennial winner of “Clarinetist of the Year” titles from DownBeatJazzTimes, 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

portrait against a blue background graphic depicting nightclubs in a cityscape

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

portrait of performer holding a trumpet

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 LoveCelebrating 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.

Sep
23
Sat
Revolutionary Speaker Series @ Brandywine Battlefield Park
Sep 23 @ 12:00 – 14:00

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.