Chrysanthemum Festival at Longwood Gardens

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“Thousand Bloom” mum, which this year boasts a record number of 1,416 perfectly placed

Longwood Gardens Autumn’s Colors features Garden Railway, Pumpkin Playground and spectacular Chrysanthemum Festival. Autumn’s Colors abound at Longwood Gardens now through November 24. Highlights of the colorful seasonal display include the Garden Railway featuring the return of the popular miniature Longwood landmarks made of natural elements. Outdoors, as the days turn cooler, the foliage colors the landscape in brilliant hues of orange, gold and red.…

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Technology brings Scarborough to CF Gallery

The modern computer video technology of Skype allowed hospitalized artist Paul Scarborough to join fans attending the opening of the latest exhibit “Scarborough Fair – Four Seasons” at the Chadds Ford Gallery. The exhibit opened Oct. 11, two days after Scarborough underwent surgery at Fox Chase. Using Skype, a two-way video system, the popular artist told gallery visitors that he was feeling fine and would…

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Artwork collection chronicles change

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Curator Heather Coyle leads a tour of the "American Modern" exhibit.

A collection of art which depicts the drama of a changing America in the early 20th century is now on exhibit at the Delaware Art Museum.  American Moderns, 1910–1960: From O’Keeffe to Rockwell opened Oct. 12. The exhibit brings together different styles from so-called primitive to cubist art. The works are as varied as the styles.  Some are charming, some alarming and others filled with…

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Jamie Wyeth: on art and island

“There is a weirdness of the island, no electricity and primeval sunsets,” Wyeth told the audience at a sold out event at the Brandywine River Museum on Oct. 4. The event was part of the “Jamie Wyeth, Rockwell Kent and Monhegan” exhibit that opened June 15. Museum Executive Director Thomas Padon moderated a dialog with exhibit curator Amanda C. Burdan and Jamie Wyeth about his…

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The Addams Family comes to Wilmington

Full casting has been announced for the 2013/2014 National Tour of THE ADDAMS FAMILY,  a new musical based on the bizarre and beloved family of characters created by legendary cartoonist Charles Addams, which will make its Wilmington, Delaware premiere October 29-November 3, 2013 at the DuPont Theatre for eight (8) performances only. THE ADDAMS FAMILY features an original story and it's every father’s nightmare. Wednesday Addams,…

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Paul Scarborough’s: “Scarborough Fair – Four Seasons”

An Art Exhibit Featuring His Latest Works Chadds Ford Gallery proudly presents the return of “Scarborough Fair – Four Seasons”, a presentation of recent works of art by artist Paul Scarborough.  The event opens Friday, October 11, 5:00pm to 8:00pm; the exhibit continues through Sunday, October 27.  Located at 1609 Baltimore Pike (Route 1, after the Brandywine Battlefield, but before Brandywine Prime Restaurant) – Chadds Ford. …

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Fascinating documentary of the life of artist/adventurer Rockwell Kent

  Artist, architect and social activist Rockwell Kent is the subject of an acclaimed documentary to be screened at Brandywine River Museum on October 12 at 1 p.m. The film includes both historical and on-location footage of Kent's adventurous journeys, interspersed with his breathtaking works of art created over seven decades.   Director Frederick Lewis will introduce the film.Rockwell Kent (1882-1971) traveled to remote locations such…

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How is a music conductor like a good chef?

Selecting musical works for a concert is like planning a meal according to Michael Hall. The pieces must have appeal and go together in the right sequence to produce a satisfying experience. Hall is auditioning for the position of Conductor for Kennett Symphony at the Season Opening Concert in West Chester Saturday September 21. Kennett Symphony is seeking a new Musical Director due to the…

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2013 Plantation Field international competition

Members of the United States Olympic Equestrian team, including Boyd Martin and Phillip Dutton of Chester County, will return to participate in the sixth annual three-day Plantation Field International Horse Trials and Country Fair. Two Olympic members from Sweden are also participating. The three days of Eventing competition, known as the triathlon of the horse world, will take place at picturesque Plantation Field , just…

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Beyond the paintings at Brandywine River Museum

Beyond the paintings: One Island, Two Artists, Four Programs Informative gallery talks and tours, the screening of a revealing film about Rockwell Kent and a discussion with Jamie Wyeth will deepen visitors' appreciation and understanding of Jamie Wyeth, Rockwell Kent and Monhegan, on view through November 17.   Curator's Tour of Jamie Wyeth, Rockwell Kent and Monhegan Wednesday, September 18, 2 p.m. Join Associate Curator…

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Brandywine River Museum is alive with music this fall

Brandywine River Museum is Alive with Music This Fall Jazz, classical, funk, classic soul and be-bop-hear it all! The Brandywine River Museum's exciting Music on the Brandywine concert series expands this fall to include jazz, classical music, be-bop, funk and classic soul. All performances take place in the museum's glass-walled lobby, which Astral Artists'* founder Vera Wilson has called an "acoustically rewarding space."    Andy…

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