| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | | Family Fun Spring Sundowner with Lets go Outdoors | Awbury Arboretum and Historic Site | 05/18/13 | Philadelphia |
Fonthill Park WalkPresented by Fonthill Castle at Fonthill Castle Museum May 18, 2013 This one-hour guided tour through the beautiful Fonthill Park explores how Henry Mercer remade his property to express his interests and ideas. | Fonthill Castle | 05/18/13 | Doylestown |
Volunteer Flag PlacementPresented by Laurel Hill Cemetery at Laurel Hill Cemetery May 18, 2013 The General Meade Society of Philadelphia, in conjunction with the Friends of Laurel Hill Cemetery, call all Volunteers to assist in preparing for the nation’s Memorial Day commemoration. Those assembled will be assigned to place American flags on the gravesites of Veterans that served in all of our nation’s Wars. As time and manpower permit, and in addition to Laurel Hill, cemeteries covered may include Mount Moriah, Mount Peace and St. James the Less. Free refreshments will be... | Laurel Hill Cemetery | 05/18/13 | Philadelphia |
Architecture Walking Tour: Spring GardenPresented by Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia May 18, 2013 Spring Garden
Meet in front of Jack’s Firehouse, 2130 Fairmount Ave.
Stroll through this early city suburb, developed in the late 19th century, that was home to merchants, workers and even prisoners. Enjoy a diversity of exuberant late Victorian homes and view the world-renowned Eastern State Penitentiary, built in the 1820s and studied by penal experts from Asia and Europe at that time. | Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia | 05/18/13 | Philadelphia |
Beyond the Garden Gates Days - Spring BloomsPresented by Longwood Gardens at Longwood Gardens April 6-May 18, 2013 Meet the Experts
11 am, 12:30 & 2 pm
Learn about our Spring Blooms display, our tree care and stewardship programs,
and the history of our fountains during engaging and informative talks.
April 6
Head Gardener Ed Broadbent shares stories on planning, planting and
maintaining our celebrated tulip displays. He reveals insights into our
experience in naturalizing geophytes on Oak and Conifer Knoll and other areas.
April 20
Arborist Scott... | Longwood Gardens | 04/06/13-
05/18/13 | Kennett Square |
Wine & Jazz Festival with Wine Seminar at Penns Woods WineryPresented by Penns Woods Winery at Penns Woods Winery May 18, 2013 Wine Seminar with Blind Tasting: 3pm-5pm :$35 : LIMITED AVAILABILITY
Featuring guest speaker Denise Gardner, Penn State Extension Enologist and wine expert. TOPIC: Which do you prefer: Red, White or Rose? Sweet or Dry? Are you sure? No matter how hard we try, we still judge our books... or wines by their cover. This two hour seminar discusses and stands to prove how our visual interference effects our perception of taste. During the seminar we will host several blind... | Penns Woods Winery | 05/18/13 | Chadds Ford |
Philadelphia Open House Tours/ Yards Brewery Tour & TastingPresented by Philadelphia Hospitality at Yards Brewing Company May 18, 2013 The tour will begin with a pint in the Tasting Room. then proceed into the “Brewery.” See the mash tun, the lauter tun, the brew kettles, and the towering fermentation tanks where wort becomes beer. Then we’ll pass by the brite tanks on our way to the bottling and packaging area. It’ll be insightful. It’ll be informative. And most important, it’ll be fun. | Philadelphia Hospitality | 05/18/13 | Philadelphia |
Salem County Arts in Bloom 2013Presented by Salem County Arts in Bloom May 18-May 19, 2013 A free two-day art event, spanning all of Salem County, NJ. Enjoy free open studio tours of local artists and galleries. Activities may include pottery demonstrations, leatherworking, stained glass, puppetry, and even knitting with giant needles. Something for all ages. Check the www.artsinbloomnj.com web site for all of the latest details. | Salem County Arts in Bloom | 05/18/13-
05/19/13 | Salem |
| Sunday Stroll - Reptiles | Silver Lake Nature Center | 05/19/13 | Bristol |
Sundays at Pennsbury: Open Hearth CookingPresented by Pennsbury Manor at Pennsbury Manor May 19, 2013 Watch the cooks prepare cheese and cheese related receipts (recipes) and learn about milk in the 17th Century | Pennsbury Manor | 05/19/13 | Morrisville |
New Hope PridePresented by New Hope Celebrates at New Hope, Bucks County May 12-May 19, 2013 New Hope Pride 5/12-19, Parade and Festival 5/18
Join us for our 10th Anniversary Pride Celebration, in New Hope, Bucks County, PA. & Lambertville, NJ.
Great LGBT events, the area’s largest parade, block party, vendor fair, theater, arts, history, shopping, charming accommodations,
great dining, live music, dancing and much more. Don't miss out on the fun!
Download our app on iTunes or Google Play for all updates and times (New Hope Pride)! | New Hope Celebrates | 05/12/13-
05/19/13 | New Hope |
Wines and Vines: 5K Run in the VineyardPresented by Penns Woods Winery at Penns Woods Winery May 19, 2013 Join us for the inaugural Run the Vineyards at Penns Woods Winery in Chadds Ford, PA!
9AM -5PM
Race is limited to just 400 entries.
All previous “Run the Vineyards” races have sold-out weeks in advance, don’t get shut out.
Run or walk this beautiful Vineyard bordering the incredible wilderness and trails of Woodlawn Trust in the landscapes made famous by Andrew and Jamie Wyeth.
This run is completely off road... | Penns Woods Winery | 05/19/13 | Chadds Ford |
A Reception with Architect David S. Traub, AIAPresented by Philadelphia Hospitality May 19, 2013 Visit Architect David S. Traub's beautiful carriage house studio for an exploration of some hidden gems in Philadelphia which are highlighted in his forthcoming book, Searching for Philadelphia. | Philadelphia Hospitality | 05/19/13 | Philadelphia |
Spring Bird MigrationPresented by Montgomery County Department of Parks and Heritage Services at Norristown Farm Park May 19, 2013 The spring migration of songbirds is in full swing now. Join us as we search the forest and fields for native birdlife. See beautifully colored wood warblers. Bring binoculars if you have them. Ages: adults and children ages 7 and up. Pre-registration is required. Meet in parking lot #2. | Montgomery County Department of Parks and Heritage Services | 05/19/13 | E. Norriton |
What's Out There Weekend PhiladelphiaPresented by The Cultural Landscape Foundation and Pennsylvania Horticultural Society at Philadelphia May 18-May 19, 2013 Explore Philadelphia’s iconic landscapes and little-known places during What’s Out There Weekend Philadelphia. On May 18th and 19th, The Cultural Landscape Foundation will host free, expert-led tours at over two-dozen historically significant examples of landscape architecture in the area, including hidden gems in Fairmount Park, the Beaux Arts grounds of the Rodin Museum and the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Colonial Revival efforts of the National Park Service, the... | The Cultural Landscape Foundation | 05/18/13-
05/19/13 | Philadelphia |
Pharaoh’s Flowers: Botanical Treasures from the Fabled Tomb of TutankhamunPresented by Philadelphia Hospitality at University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology (Penn Museum) May 19, 2013 King Tut’s tomb is known for the gold, jewels and stunning artifacts it contained, but few have ever seen the flowers and plant remains that were also included in his tomb. Meet Dr. Stephen R. Phillips of the Penn Museum and hear the story of how the flowers and plants in King Tut’s tomb can be clues in solving the puzzle of what caused his death and even tell us when he died. Explore the events leading up to the discovery of Tut’s tomb and the “Pharaoh’s... | Philadelphia Hospitality | 05/19/13 | Philadelphia |
What's Out There Weekend PhiladelphiaPresented by The Cultural Landscape Foundation May 18-May 19, 2013 Explore Philadelphia’s iconic landscapes and little-known places during What’s Out There Weekend Philadelphia. On May 18th and 19th, The Cultural Landscape Foundation will host free, expert-led tours at over two-dozen historically significant examples of landscape architecture in the area, including hidden gems in Fairmount Park, the Beaux Arts grounds of the Rodin Museum and the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Colonial Revival efforts of the National Park Service, the... | The Cultural Landscape Foundation | 05/18/13-
05/19/13 | Philadelphia |
Philadelphia Canoe Club Open HousePresented by Philadelphia Canoe Club at Philadelphia Canoe Club May 19, 2013 The Philadelphia Canoe Club opens its doors to the public for a day of free demonstrations, canoe and kayak rides, used equipment sales, racing, music, food and entertainment. Come and learn about one of the fastest growing sports in the country - paddling!
This is a GREAT opportunity to sign up for training classes for the 2013 season! Philadelphia Canoe Club Open House offers Whitewater and Flatwater Boat Rides, Racing, Demos, Equipment Sales, Food and Fun - Right on the... | Philadelphia Canoe Club | 05/19/13 | Philadelphia |
Singles Casual Social with Cruise Discussion, L'Angolo BluePresented by Professional and Business Singles Network (PBSN) May 20, 2013 Come on board and meet others who love ocean voyages. Enjoy an evening of "Mix and Mingle" in the lounge reserved for PBSN. Presentation and Discussion at 6:30pm included. Join us to explore the art of cruising and what sets Cunard apart and why her ships are The Most Famous Ocean Liners in the World®. We will highlight our upcoming 4th of July Getaway Cruise and opportunities for future voyages. 40s, 50s, and 60+ Singles. Cash bar with extended Happy Hour. Just drop in.... | Professional and Business Singles Network (PBSN) | 05/20/13 | Blue Bell |
LECTURE - Building Philadelphia: Modernism in the Delaware ValleyPresented by Philadelphia Center for Architecture at Philadelphia Center for Architecture May 21, 2013 William Whittaker, Curator at the University of Pennsylvania's Architectural Archives, presents the remaining examples of modernist architecture scattered around the Greater Philadelphia area. These buildings are only now beginning to be appreciated for their architectural achievements just as many of them have been or are being demolished. Come explore the buildings we grew up with before they are gone forever.
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This is the ninth... | Philadelphia Center for Architecture | 05/21/13 | Philadelphia |
Architecture Walking Tour: MediaPresented by Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia May 22, 2013 Media
Meet in front of Delaware County Court House, Front St. & Courthouse Square
Media was planned in the 1850s as the seat of Delaware County. Discover architecture dating from the Federal era, see lavish Victorian homes and enjoy the beautifully restored Beaux Arts/Art Deco Media Theater before experiencing the renaissance of its commercial district. | Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia | 05/22/13 | Media |
Excursion: Small Private Gardens of Baltimore, MDPresented by Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College at Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College May 23, 2013 oin Betsy Gullan to meet four dedicated gardeners with small gardens in the residential neighborhoods of Guilford, Roland Park, and Homewood in the city of Baltimore. All maintained by their owners, these gardens feature an astounding array of interesting plants and plant combinations. The first represents the challenges and rewards of a garden structured to provide pleasure all year. There are bulbs, perennials, annuals, shrubs, groundcovers, vines, tropicals, and pond plants on a little... | Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College | 05/23/13 | Swarthmore |
Studio Tour: Paula ChamleePresented by James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown at James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown May 23, 2013 Bucks County Artists Studio Visits: Join us on a visit to the studios of 3 artists featured in the Creative Hand exhibition. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to visit these private studios, view a demonstration and participate in a lively discussion with these nationally recognized artists about how they make their art.
Advance registration is required. Transportation is on your own. Directions are provided to registrants in advance of the tour.
| James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown | 05/23/13 | Doylestown |
Keurner SoundsPresented by Brandywine River Museum at Brandywine River Museum May 13-May 24, 2013 Two Weeks Only: Commissioned Sound Piece by Artist Michael Kiley at Kuerner Farm. Visitors to the Kuerner Farm from May 13 through May 24 will hear Kuerner Sounds, a pop up experience by noted Philadelphia-based artist and composer Michael Kiley, www.michaelkiley.com, as part of the guided site tour. To create Kuerner Sounds, Kiley manipulated existing sounds from the farm and layered them with original tones to create an atmospheric piece representing his personal aural response to the... | Brandywine River Museum | 05/13/13-
05/24/13 | Chadds Ford |
Commissioned Sound Piece by Artist Michael Kiley at Kuerner FarmPresented by Brandywine River Museum at Brandywine River Museum May 13-May 24, 2013 Visitors to the Kuerner Farm from May 13 through May 24 will hear Kuerner Sounds, a pop up experience by noted Philadelphia-based artist and composer Michael Kiley, www.michaelkiley.com, as part of the guided site tour. To create Kuerner Sounds, Kiley manipulated existing sounds from the farm and layered them with original tones to create an atmospheric piece representing his personal aural response to the site. Intended to bring attention to both the creative process of the artist and the... | Brandywine River Museum | 05/13/13-
05/24/13 | Chadds Ford |
| Intimate Henry Tour | Fonthill Castle | 02/04/13-
05/25/13 | Doylestown |
Arboretum Highlights TourPresented by Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College at Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College May 25, 2013 Explore the Scott Arboretum's plant collections with Arboretum staff. This tour is geared for gardeners from beginners to experts. The tour will begin at the Scott Arboretum offices and is free and open to the public. In case of inclement weather, the tour will be canceled. For more information, please call the Scott Arboretum offices at 610-328-8025. | Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College | 05/25/13 | Swarthmore |
Breakfast and LecturePresented by Brandywine River Museum at Brandywine River Museum May 25, 2013 Enjoy a delicious continental breakfast, and then take a tour of the Which Way the Wind Blows: Antique American Weathervanes exhibition with Jennifer Mass, senior scientist in the conservation department at Winterthur. $25 per person. | Brandywine River Museum | 05/25/13 | Chadds Ford |
| Wanamaker Grand Court Organ Tour | Friends of the Wanamaker Organ | 05/25/13 | Philadelphia |
Architecture Walking Tour: City Hall to City HallPresented by Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia May 25, 2013 City Hall to City Hall
Meet at NE corner of 5th & Chestnut Sts.
Where else but Philadelphia can you view three centuries of American architecture along a single street on just one tour? The tour begins at Independence National Historical Park in front of the Old City Hall, which housed the Supreme Court when Philadelphia was the capital of the nation. The tour concludes at City Hall on William Penn's original Center Square, once the tallest building in the... | Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia | 05/25/13 | Philadelphia |
| Sundays at Pennsbury: Garden Highlights | Pennsbury Manor | 05/26/13 | Morrisville |
38th Annual Bucks County Designer House and Gardens TourPresented by Village Improvement Association of Doylestown at Clement Doyle House April 28-May 26, 2013 The Village Improvement Association of Doylestown has selected The Clement Doyle House as the 38th Bucks County Designer House & Gardens for 2013. The Clement Doyle House will be transformed by top designers and landscapers. The expansive stone manor house will have a total of 27 design areas. Stroll around 8 acres and view 17 landscaped gardens, barn, guesthouse, carriage barn and stone springhouse ruins. Proceeds from the designer house Benefits Doylestown Hospital and the... | Village Improvement Association of Doylestown | 04/28/13-
05/26/13 | Doylestown |
17th Century Timeline & SkirmishPresented by Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation May 25-May 26, 2013 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.
Schedule... | Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 05/25/13-
05/26/13 | Newtown Square |
Architecture Walking Tour: Gilded Age PhiladelphiaPresented by Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia May 26, 2013 Gilded Age Philadelphia
Meet at steps of the Bellevue, 200 S. Broad St.
Experience Philadelphia in the Gilded Age when wealthy industrialists turned to architecture to express money and power. See the opulent Bellevue Stratford Hotel, now a mixed-use office building and luxury hotel; the Ritz Carlton Hotel, originally the Girard Trust Bank; and the acclaimed PSFS Building, now the Loews Hotel. Learn how all three have been architecturally maintained and transformed... | Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia | 05/26/13 | Philadelphia |
Dining in the Garden: A Partnership with The Cheesecake FactoryPresented by Wyck Historic House, Garden, and Farm May 24-May 26, 2013 We warmly invite you to a unique dining experience in the Wyck Gardens. This year we are excited to partner with our friends at The Cheesecake Factory to produce an al fresco "pop-up" restaurant in our authentic historic setting. Food, wine, and a decadent slice of cheesecake are even more delicious within a lush garden while learning about the influential family who resided at Wyck from 1690-1973. | Wyck Historic House, Garden, and Farm | 05/24/13-
05/26/13 | Philadelphia |
Intimate Henry Mercer TourPresented by Fonthill Castle at Fonthill Castle Museum April 1-May 27, 2013 This special tour looks at the private side of tile maker, Henry Mercer and life inside his castle home in Doylestown. | Fonthill Castle | 04/01/13-
05/27/13 | Doylestown |
| Civil War Museum Open House | Bucks County Civil War Round Table, Inc | 05/27/13 | Doylestown |
Building Philadelphia: Ed Bacon & the Future of PhiladelphiaPresented by Philadelphia Center for Architecture at Philadelphia Center for Architecture May 28, 2013 Since the mid-20th century, Philadelphia has faced the same challenges as most post-industrial cities in the world, namely loss of manufacturing jobs, residents, and taxes. In this lecture, we'll explore how Philadelphia has faced these challenges, in what ways it has succeeded, where we still need to make progress, and what the future holds for our fair city. Current and future public and private development projects will round out our lecture series.
This is the tenth lecture... | Philadelphia Center for Architecture | 05/28/13 | Philadelphia |
| Art Talk - Staff Picks: "Mother Power- A Goddess from Nepal" | Philadelphia Museum of Art | 05/29/13 | Philadelphia |
Architecture Walking Tour: Post Industrial City: Callowhill St. From Broad St to the Delaware RiverPresented by Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia May 29, 2013 Post Industrial City: Callowhill St. From Broad to the Delaware River
Meet in front of former Inquirer Bldg., 400 N. Broad St.
Explore the little known post-industrial landscape of downtown Philadelphia. This 1.5-mile tour focuses on a three-block-wide swath of the city along Callowhill and Willow Streets from Broad Street to the Delaware River. Numerous interesting warehouses, bridges, and other structures will be seen along the way, including the abandoned Reading... | Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia | 05/29/13 | Philadelphia |
At Home Series: A Private Garden in HaverfordPresented by Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College at Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College May 30, 2013 It is hard to believe that when the owners bought this property more than twenty years ago, very little landscaping existed. Over the years, this private garden was designed and planted as an outdoor extension of the house – to be enjoyed from windows and upper-floor decks. Today a profusion of plants exude fragrance and a sense of romance as hydrangeas, clematis, and roses clamor over the house, fences, and arbors. The series of garden rooms flow skillfully from the house to a hidden... | Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College | 05/30/13 | Swarthmore |
Guided Wildflower WalkPresented by Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve at Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve May 7-May 31, 2013 We offer visitors of all ages a guided tour of the Preserve daily, Tuesday to Sunday, from April 2 through October 31. See flowers and fruits in season and discover fun facts about their use. Learn about the Preserve’s history, habitats, and important plant/animal interactions while enjoying the beauty of our trails. Preserve staff or our talented Volunteer Naturalists lead the tours. Tours leave from the Visitor Center for a minimum of two visitors, weather permitting. | Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve | 05/07/13-
05/31/13 | New Hope |
Studio Tour: Alan GoldsteinPresented by James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown at James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown May 31, 2013 Bucks County Artists Studio Visits: Join us on a visit to the studios of 3 artists featured in the Creative Hand exhibition. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to visit these private studios, view a demonstration and participate in a lively discussion with these nationally recognized artists about how they make their art. Advance registration is required. Transportation is on your own. Directions are provided to registrants in advance of the tour.
Alan Goldstein... | James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown | 05/31/13 | Doylestown |
| CAA - Kimmel Center Building and Theater Tours | Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts | 05/01/13-
05/31/13 | Philadelphia |
Volunteer Work DayPresented by Silver Lake Nature Center at Silver Lake Nature Center June 1, 2013 Help us maintain our grounds! Wear clothes you don't mind getting wet and/or dirty, and bring your own water bottle to refill. We hold this event rain or shine. Give us 4 hours and we'll give you lunch!
If you're interested, call Jenn to pre-register. Meet in the auditorium to sign in, get breakfast, and be assigned a task.
| Silver Lake Nature Center | 06/01/13 | Bristol |
20th Annual New Hope Historical Society Garden TourPresented by New Hope Historical Society at Parry Mansion June 1, 2013 Tickle your senses at seven private gardens that will be open in Bucks County for this spectacular 20th anniversary self-guided tour.
A full color brochure with pictures and description of each garden, map, and easy directions are included with each ticket. Garden Rewards Bags stuffed with gifts and offers from national partners and local sponsors are available to the first 500 ticket holders. Seven private Bucks County gardens will be featured plus a talk in the gardens of New... | New Hope Historical Society | 06/01/13 | New Hope |
Architecture Walking Tour: Art DecoPresented by Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia June 1, 2013 Meet at entrance to Liberty Place, 17th & Chestnut Sts.
This popular early 20th century style, synonymous with the Jazz Age, has been described as having one foot in the past and one foot in the future. Its sleek appearance foretells the debut of Modernism while its use of Mayan and Aztec motifs echoes the past. Among Philadelphia's outstanding examples featured on this walk is the flamboyant WCAU Building on the 1600 block of Chestnut Street, now home to the Art Institute... | Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia | 06/01/13 | Philadelphia |
Architecture Walking Tour: Littlest Streets East of BroadPresented by Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia June 1, 2013 Meet at center of Kahn Park, 11th & Pine Sts.
Stroll a charming labyrinth of streets west of Washington Square, a village-like setting right in the heart of Center City, developed in the mid 19th century. Experience an intimate "hierarchy of streets" where the larger style-conscious houses are on the main streets, the smaller scale houses built for the aspiring middle class are on the middle-sized streets, and what was worker housing is on the smallest alleys. See... | Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia | 06/01/13 | Philadelphia |
| Spring Trolley Tours at Valley Forge NHP! | The Encampment Store at Valley Forge National Historical Park | 03/29/13-
06/02/13 | King of Prussia |
| Sunday Stroll - Bees | Silver Lake Nature Center | 06/02/13 | Bristol |
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