| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Brandywine Valley Driving TourPresented by Awfully Nice Tours at Brandywine Battlefield Park April 1, 2011-March 15, 2015 The Brandywine Valley encompasses an area of rolling countryside set about 4 miles outside the city of Philadelphia. There are so many wonderful Brandywine attractions in the area it’s hard to choose. The most popular include Longwood Gardens, Winterthur Country Museum and Estate, Brandywine River Museum, the Nemours Mansion and the Hagley Museum. Any one of these can take at least half a day to visit, so you will have to make some hard choices. And of course, there are also a number... | Awfully Nice Tours | 04/01/11-
03/15/15 | Chadds Ford |
HarveyPresented by Barley Sheaf Players at Barley Sheaf Players June 8-June 23, 2012 When the affable tippler Elwood P. Dowd starts to introduce his imaginary friend Harvey, a six-and-a-half- foot rabbit, to guests at a society party, his sister inadvertently kicks off a warm-hearted comedy of errors in her efforts to spare the family further embarrassment by having Elwood committed to a sanitarium.
| Barley Sheaf Players | 06/08/12-
06/23/12 | Lionville |
Museum Explorer MorningsPresented by Brandywine River Museum at Brandywine River Museum July 5-August 3, 2012 Introduce children to art through Museum Explorer Mornings at the Brandywine River Museum. Designed for children ages 3 to 10 accompanied by an adult, the program includes a thematic guided tour followed by a hands-on art project.
Museum Explorer Mornings each have a theme including: Red, White and Blue, Summer Sketchers, Mix and Match Animals, Treasure Tales, and "What's My Line?" | Brandywine River Museum | 07/05/12-
08/03/12 | Chadds Ford |
Museum Explorer MorningsPresented by Brandywine River Museum at Brandywine River Museum July 12, 2012 Introduce children to art through Museum Explorer Mornings at the Brandywine River Museum. Designed for children ages 3 to 10 accompanied by an adult, the program includes a thematic guided tour followed by a hands-on art project. Today's topic is “Summer Sketchers.” | Brandywine River Museum | 07/12/12 | Chadds Ford |
Museum Explorer MorningsPresented by Brandywine River Museum at Brandywine River Museum July 19, 2012 Introduce children to art through Museum Explorer Mornings at the Brandywine River Museum. Designed for children ages 3 to 10 accompanied by an adult, the program includes a thematic guided tour followed by a hands-on art project. Today's topic is “Mix and Match Animals.” | Brandywine River Museum | 07/19/12 | Chadds Ford |
Museum Explorer MorningsPresented by Brandywine River Museum at Brandywine River Museum July 26, 2012 Introduce children to art through Museum Explorer Mornings at the Brandywine River Museum. Designed for children ages 3 to 10 accompanied by an adult, the program includes a thematic guided tour followed by a hands-on art project. Today's topic is “Treasure Tales.” | Brandywine River Museum | 07/26/12 | Chadds Ford |
Museum Explorer MorningsPresented by Brandywine River Museum at Brandywine River Museum August 2, 2012 Introduce children to art through Museum Explorer Mornings at the Brandywine River Museum. Designed for children ages 3 to 10 accompanied by an adult, the program includes a thematic guided tour followed by a hands-on art project. Today's topic is “What's My Line?” | Brandywine River Museum | 08/02/12 | Chadds Ford |
Advanced ExplorersPresented by Brandywine River Museum at Brandywine River Museum July 30-August 1, 2012 The three-day Advanced Explorers program has “Brandywine Inside and Out” as its theme. Children ages 9 and older will enjoy guided tours and make art projects inspired by landscape art, the Brandywine Conservancy’s River Trail and native plant gardens. | Brandywine River Museum | 07/30/12-
08/01/12 | Chadds Ford |
Tip-A-Canoe and Barbecue, too!Presented by Brandywine River Museum at Brandywine River Museum July 14, 2012 Join the Young Friends of the Brandywine for Tip-a-Canoe and Barbecue Too! This family friendly event begins with a relaxing canoe ride down the Brandywine and ends with a barbecue and live music. Canoes included in the cost. Tip-a-Canoe and Barbecue Too! is a great way to visit with friends while seeing what the Conservancy has done to protect the Brandywine Valley.
All proceeds benefit the Conservancy. | Brandywine River Museum | 07/14/12 | Chadds Ford |
Scribner's Magazine: The Early Years in IllustrationPresented by Brandywine River Museum at Brandywine River Museum March 17-May 20, 2012 This exhibition introduces visitors to the importance of the illustrated magazine in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and emphasizes the primacy of Scribner's magazine during the "golden age of illustration." | Brandywine River Museum | 03/17/12-
05/20/12 | Chadds Ford |
| Kuerner Farm Tours | Brandywine River Museum | 04/01/12-
11/18/12 | Chadds Ford |
N.C. Wyeth House & Studio TourPresented by Brandywine River Museum at Brandywine River Museum April 1-November 18, 2012 Visit the home where N.C. Wyeth and his wife raised five talented children (including great American painter Andrew Wyeth) and his studio, maintained as he left it when he died in 1945. | Brandywine River Museum | 04/01/12-
11/18/12 | Chadds Ford |
Museum Explorer MorningsPresented by Brandywine River Museum at Brandywine River Museum July 5, 2012 Introduce children to art through Museum Explorer Mornings at the Brandywine River Museum. Designed for children ages 3 to 10 accompanied by an adult, the program includes a thematic guided tour followed by a hands-on art project. Today's topic is “Red, White and Blue.” | Brandywine River Museum | 07/05/12 | Chadds Ford |
41st Annual Antiques Show Presented by Brandywine River Museum at Brandywine River Museum May 26-May 28, 2012 Outstanding antiques from across the nation are featured at the Brandywine River Museum Antiques Show. This event, hosted by the Museum Volunteers, presents a variety of American and English furniture, glass, metalware, ceramics, folk art, quilts, Oriental and European porcelain, rugs and other fine collectibles.
Proceeds support the Museum Volunteers’ Art Purchase Fund. | Brandywine River Museum | 05/26/12-
05/28/12 | Chadds Ford |
Brandywine Food and Wine FestivalPresented by Brandywine Valley Wine Trail at Myrick Conservation Center June 9, 2012 Join the wineries of the Brandywine Valley Wine Trail as we bring together the best of the Brandywine Valley area. Local wineries, food vendors, local artisans and musicians come together for a day of fun at The Myrick Conservation Center at the Brandywine Valley Association.
No outside food, beverages or coolers are allowed on festival grounds. Event is rain or shine.
| Brandywine Valley Wine Trail | 06/09/12 | West Chester |
Big Bang BBQ WeekendPresented by Brandywine Valley Wine Trail at Brandywine Valley Wine Trail June 30-July 1, 2012 From Pig Pickin' to Chickin' Lickin' – we’re planning a fun BBQ & Wine outing. Beat the shore crowds and spend a rousing Fourth of July Weekend with great BBQ & Wine outings at the wineries of the Brandywine Valley Wine Trail. Six family owned and operated regional wineries of the Brandywine Valley Wine Trail will be offering a variety of wines, food, picnicking, and music to celebrate Independence Weekend. No Passports or Tickets required to attend. Come join... | Brandywine Valley Wine Trail | 06/30/12-
07/01/12 | Chadds Ford |
10th Annual Harvest FestivalPresented by Brandywine Valley Wine Trail at Brandywine Valley Wine Trail September 29-October 7, 2012 Have a grape stompin' good time and experience the sights and smells of harvest as the seven wineries of the Brandywine Valley Wine Trail celebrate the 2012 vintage! You’ll find grapes galore as the vineyards commence harvest activities. Enjoy pastoral settings for picnicking, live music to "sit n’ sip" or dance by, hayrides through the vineyards, BBQs, wine tastings, tours, and the opportunity to learn about the region where Pennsylvania’s most stellar... | Brandywine Valley Wine Trail | 09/29/12-
10/07/12 | Chadds Ford |
Holiday Open HousePresented by Brandywine Valley Wine Trail at Brandywine Valley Wine Trail December 1-December 9, 2012 Complete all your holiday shopping as you relax at our wineries! We're setting the stage for stress-free holiday shopping. The wineries will be decorated in their holiday finery and will be hosting carolers, holiday musicians, and offering special holiday sale pricing! Forget fighting the crowds at the malls. Wine always fits, so shop with us!
| Brandywine Valley Wine Trail | 12/01/12-
12/09/12 | Chadds Ford |
Ellis with Nicole ReynoldsPresented by Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse at Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse May 18, 2012 An evening with Ellis. To listen to samples,
visit www.ellis-music.com
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If you haven’t yet caught her engaging and disarming live show, take a chance on Ellis and you’ll become a lifelong fan. Her fans describe her as not only a talented folk musician, but also as a supportive friend who offers encouraging words and humor alongside her compelling songs. She leaves audiences better than she finds them, with... | Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse | 05/18/12 | Newtown Square |
Vandaveer with Joshua ParkPresented by Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse at Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse May 19, 2012 An evening with Vandaveer. To listen to samples, visit
www.vandaveer.net
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Vandavever is the song-singing, record-making, globetrotting project penned and put forth by alt-folk tunesmith Mark Charles Heidinger. Born in Ohio, raised in Kentucky, and currently camped out in the nation’s capital, Vandaveer offers up melodic Americana that is both haunting and easy, forlorn and welcoming, with stories as universal as the songs they... | Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse | 05/19/12 | Newtown Square |
James Maddock with John Shannon & Wings of SoundPresented by Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse at Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse May 25, 2012 An evening with James Maddock. To listen to samples, visit
www.jamesmaddock.net
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With the release of the exquisite song cycle, Sunrise on Avenue C, Maddock has re-established himself as one of the most respected singer/songwriters on the scene. Back in 1999, James Maddock — then the lead singer of the band Wood — looked like he was on the verge of worldwide fame. The group's debut album, Songs From Stamford... | Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse | 05/25/12 | Newtown Square |
| Craig Bickhardt - A Solo Acoustic Evening | Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse | 06/16/12 | Newtown Square |
Horseshoe Trail Talk & WalkPresented by Chester County Department of Parks and Recreation at Warwick County Park June 10, 2012 Through pictures and stories, learn about the 75-year old Horse-shoe Trail. Hear what it takes to keep this trail alive and well, and the volunteer efforts involved. After a talk, take a hike on a portion of the trail that runs through Warwick County Park. | Chester County Department of Parks and Recreation | 06/10/12 | Pottstown |
| Bats in the Night Sky | Chester County Department of Parks and Recreation | 07/14/12 | Pottstown |
| Family Night Hike | Chester County Department of Parks and Recreation | 08/04/12 | Pottstown |
| Adult Night Hike | Chester County Department of Parks and Recreation | 08/11/12 | Pottstown |
Hike for the Physically ChallengedPresented by Chester County Department of Parks and Recreation at Black Rock Sanctuary June 2, 2012 View the beautiful scenery and enjoy a tour of the .75 mile ADA-accessible Interpretive Trail at the Black Rock Sanctuary, while learning about the park’s flora, fauna, and history. The hike is easy for wheelchairs, walkers, etc. Family members and attendants welcome. | Chester County Department of Parks and Recreation | 06/02/12 | Phoenixville |
| On the Edge of Battle: Chester County and the Civil War | Chester County Historical Society | 09/22/11-
12/01/12 | West Chester |
Chester County Jazz FestivalPresented by Chester County Jazz Festival at Hoopes Park June 29-July 1, 2012 Come and listen to the music that will “Soothe Your Soul” at the inaugural 2012 Chester County Jazz Festival! Produced by Sugarbaby Events, LLC., the festival will be presenting live concert events at both the Asplundh Concert Hall on the campus of West Chester University, and at Hoopes Park in West Chester, PA. This year’s festival features international icons of jazz Peter White, Warren Hill, Ronnie Laws and Gerald Veasley, as well as various regional and local jazz... | Chester County Jazz Festival | 06/29/12-
07/01/12 | West Chester |
Sanderson SundaysPresented by Christian C. Sanderson Museum at Christian C. Sanderson Museum June 3, 2012 100th Anniversary of the Titanic.
Truth is sometimes stranger than fiction! Mike Madigan from Newfoundland, the island the Titanic sank off exactly 100 years ago April, relates his family connection to Titanic survivor 3rd class passenger, Maggie Madigan. Although Maggie survived the Titanic, she became lost in history—that is until just recently. Both Maggie Madigan and Mike's great grandfather, John Madigan, were born in the small town of... | Christian C. Sanderson Museum | 06/03/12 | Chadds Ford |
Historic Scavenger Hunt for ChildrenPresented by Christian C. Sanderson Museum at Christian C. Sanderson Museum August 19, 2012 A fun way to learn history! Search historic artifacts to solve the answers to clues. Arrive anytime between 1 pm and 3 pm; questions take approximately 45 minutes to answer. Recommended ages: 9 - 14 years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This event is sponsored by The Phyllis Recca Foundation and Gene Pisasale Historic Insights and Adventures. | Christian C. Sanderson Museum | 08/19/12 | Chadds Ford |
17th Century Timeline and SkirmishPresented by Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation May 26-May 27, 2012 Europe in the 17th century has outgrown its borders. Political and religious wars on the continent and in Great Britain have catapulted its people into the modern age. The Americas have been mapped and explored for more than a century and the great Continental powers have staked their claims to the new territory. Conflict and clashes of culture are happening. Witness a period of our history that shows the expanding horizons of both Europe and America. There will also be a farm day with early... | Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 05/26/12-
05/27/12 | Newtown Square |
Pirate/Splash Day for KidsPresented by Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation July 14, 2012 Bring your swimsuit and old shoes because wet is the theme for this special day at the Plantation. Pirates will attack the farm house. Youngsters will be encouraged to run the maze and the gauntlet while being sprayed with water. There will be foot races, face painting, rubber ducky races in the creek and and a water balloon toss. Use your feet to wash clothes and bob for apples with your toes. Throw a wet sponge at a captured pirate.
The day starts at Noon and the pirates will... | Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 07/14/12 | Newtown Square |
French and Indian Skirmish & CampPresented by Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation June 16, 2012 Become an eyewitness to history, as the Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation becomes the backdrop for scenes from the French and Indian War. It’s the French and British fighting for control of the frontier. Watch the local militia, lead by a Rodger’s Ranger, discover a French raiding party and witness the skirmish, which follows. Visit the French and British campsites. Talk to the soldiers about their uniforms, weapons and strategy for fighting in the wilderness of the frontier. | Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 06/16/12 | Newtown Square |
When in the Course of Human Events...A 4th of July Celebration & PicnicPresented by Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation July 1-July 4, 2012 Enjoy a picnic at the farm and celebrate our nation's birthday by hearing the Declaration of Independence and witnessing the crowds reaction. There is not complete agreement in Chester County but the Patriots are determined to win the crowd by making demonstrations against the king. Activities include hearth cooking, textile demonstrations, long rifle, garden and animal talks. Visitors are welcome to bring a picnic basket lunch or purchase refreshments. Bring a comfortable chair or blanket... | Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 07/01/12-
07/04/12 | Newtown Square |
Gathering of the Chester County Militia & Evening ConcertPresented by Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation July 21, 2012 Join the Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation for a day of full of fun. There will be textiles, hearth cooking, farm animals, house tours and a gathering of the Chester County Militia. Colonial Country Dancing at 1 pm and 3 pm. At 7 pm, Atwater and Donnelly will perform an evening concert of American folk music and dance. Bring the whole family!! | Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 07/21/12 | Newtown Square |
| Harvest Feast and Militia Muster | Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 09/01/12 | Newtown Square |
Civil War Battle & CampPresented by Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation September 22-September 23, 2012 The South is invading Pennsylvania again. The Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation will be hosting a Federal and Confederate battle and camp. Witness firearm demonstrations, drills, and camp life. There will be period fashions and displays of civilian life. Watch the North try to defend the farm against the invading forces from old Dixie.
No visitors are permitted to enter after battle has begun.
Particpating Units:
4th Texas, Company B "The Tom Green... | Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 09/22/12-
09/23/12 | Newtown Square |
Medieval DaysPresented by Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation October 13-October 14, 2012 On Saturday and Sunday, October 13th and 14th, come see what life was really like during the Middle Ages in Europe. From the vikings to the age of Columbus, various encampments will portray aspects of Medieval Life. See how five hundred years of European culture thrived and changed. Romans, Saxons, Normans, and Vikings, and will portray life of this heroic era of Western Civilization.
Finally, witness the changes that technology made by the late Middle Ages by viewing the... | Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 10/13/12-
10/14/12 | Newtown Square |
Ghost ToursPresented by Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation October 19-October 20, 2012 The Colonial Plantation, one of the most haunted properties in Delaware County, invites you to an evening of strange sounds, squeaky doors, and ghostly stories. Relive some of the areas most mysterious, true and scary tales of terror. Start by following the torch lit path. Tour the farmhouse and hear a story in each room that will tell of bizarre events from times long past and people long dead. Finish at the bonfire for a last bone chilling tale of ghosts and mayhem. | Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 10/19/12-
10/20/12 | Newtown Square |
Halloween on the FarmPresented by Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation October 27-October 28, 2012 Trick or treat at the Plantation. Wear your costume and visit six spots to receive a treat. The farm animals will be there including the horse, Abigail. There will be hearth cooking and other colonial activities.
| Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 10/27/12-
10/28/12 | Newtown Square |
Christmas on the FarmPresented by Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation December 8, 2012 Get into the holiday spirit!
Last chance to visit with the Plantation in 2012.
Farmhouse decorated
Byers Choice "Farmer and Farmer's wife" available for purchase! Limited Edition carolers!
Tea tasting
Wassailing the Orchard at 1 and 3 (a Plantation Tradition)
Textile, woodworking, and long rifle demos
Plantation Store Sale
| Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 12/08/12 | Newtown Square |
Portraits of HopePresented by Covenant Mercies at Covenant Fellowship Church May 18, 2012 Covenant Mercies cordially invites you to an exhibit of selected prints from their exclusive Portraits of Hope collection, available by silent auction for one night only.
This series of fifty limited edition prints celebrates the people and landscapes of Uganda, Zambia, and Ethiopia, as captured through the lens of award-winning photographer David Sacks. In addition to reprising some of the most compelling images from past exhibits, this event will mark the release of a... | Covenant Mercies | 05/18/12 | Glen Mills |
Best for the World: How B Corporations are Redefining Success in BusinessPresented by Easttown Library and Information Center at Easttown Library and Information Center May 22, 2012 Easttown Library is proud to host Jay Coen Gilbert, co-founder of B Lab, for a lively discussion about using the power of business to solve social and environmental problems. Jay will explain how Berwyn-based B Lab certifies sustainable businesses as B Corporations, a new type of corporation that uses the power of business to solve social and environmental problems. Learn more about what it takes to become a B Corporation and how these responsible businesses are driving systematic change in... | Easttown Library and Information Center | 05/22/12 | Berwyn |
Bye Bye BirdiePresented by Footlighters Theater at Footlighters Theater June 1-June 30, 2012 BYE BYE BIRDIE is one of the most captivating musical shows of our time.
It tells the story of a rock and roll singer who is about to be inducted into the army. The singer, Conrad Birdie, an Elvis Presley type, has a pompadour and thick sideburns; he wears gaudy gold costumes and speaks in a rugged voice. Albert Peterson, his agent, is a very pleasant mild mannered young man. Albert’s faithful secretary Rose Alvarez keeps him and Birdie moving forward in the world. Rosie... | Footlighters Theater | 06/01/12-
06/30/12 | Berwyn |
French Creek Iron TourPresented by French and Pickering Creeks Conservation Trust at Kimberton Fire Company June 10, 2012 This is the 10th annual cycling event for open space. The ride begins at Kimberton Fire Company Fairgrounds. Courses for riders of all ages and experience, 10, 20, 34, 50, 64, 75 and 100-mile courses through scenic northern Chester County. 1800 riders are expected and must be registered by June 5th. There will be no day-of-event registration. Free T-shirts are given to registrants through May 29th. After that the registration fee goes up to $50. Jerseys are available for sale as well. | French and Pickering Creeks Conservation Trust | 06/10/12 | Kimberton |
Red MollyPresented by Kennett Flash at Kennett Flash June 15, 2012 The dynamic female trio that began as a happy accident around a campsite is now drawing invitations from renowned historic national events like Merlefest, and is winning over audiences around the country. Spurred onward by an ever-growing and devoted fanbase, and the desire to commit themselves to touring farther from home, Red Molly is at the start of a new and exciting musical chapter. | Kennett Flash | 06/15/12 | Kennett Square |
Rivers Monroe and WondernautPresented by Kennett Flash at Kennett Flash May 19, 2012 Rivers Monroe plays an extremely energetic, driving and mainstream brand of music, flavored with a fresh, new, pop/rock and pop/punk mixture.
Wondernaut has not come to change the world, set trends, be hip, or indulge in "rock posturing." Simply put, they produce quality music for the soul. | Kennett Flash | 05/19/12 | Kennett Square |
Jen ChapinPresented by Kennett Flash at Kennett Flash May 25, 2012 Tom Terrell from NPR's All Things Considered described Jen Chapin's song-writing as "brilliant...soulfully poetic urban folk music." Her jazz-tinged urban folk songs search for community and shared meaning. Critics have hailed her music as "thoughtful, smart, observant, lyrically deft, and worth savoring" (People). Don't miss out on seeing this exceptional artist live and up close. | Kennett Flash | 05/25/12 | Kennett Square |
Jonathan EdwardsPresented by Kennett Flash at Kennett Flash June 1, 2012 Jonathan Edwards is one the most celebrated artists of the 20th century. This is one veteran performer who is neither grizzled nor nostalgic. These days Jonathan Edwards, a vital and relevant artist in today's folk and Americana scenes, is much more likely to be found looking forward rather than back. Still, the journey that has brought him to towns and theaters all over the globe and now he is returning once again to the Kennett Flash. | Kennett Flash | 06/01/12 | Kennett Square |
The Greater Brandywine Cultural Alliance unites those who care about the arts and culture throughout the Brandywine region of Chester County, PA and Wilmington, DE.
