| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Exploring Nature in Sister Cities ParkPresented by and Academy of Natural Sciences at Sister Cities Park June 5-August 28, 2012 Every Tuesday from June through August, explore nature with staff from the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University as they lead interactive programs exploring the many aspects of nature in Sister Cities Park. Discover the life that inhabits a garden, examine the properties of water, learn why things sink and float, or enjoy a live animal presentation. This program, designed for ages 8 and younger, is an excellent opportunity to get outside and discover the natural world in which we... | | 06/05/12-
08/28/12 | Philadelphia |
4UDrew Car Show & FestivalPresented by 4UDrew - Richard Andrew Panettieri Foundation August 5, 2012 4UDrew's third annual car show and festival is to support area soup kitchens and a scholarship fund. All types of cars, trucks, and motocycles and vendors are encouraged to join. The public can enjoy an afternoon at Doylestown Central Park to marvel over the variety of vehicles and to engage in the different vendors and of course enjoy some food. Door prizes, raffles, trophies and deejayed music are all part of the day.
| 4UDrew - Richard Andrew Panettieri Foundation | 08/05/12 | Doylestown |
11th Annual Remembrance CeremonyPresented by 9-11 Memorial Garden of Reflection at 9-11 Memorial Garden of Reflection September 11, 2012 The Remembrance Ceremony commemorating the 11th year will honor and remember all the lives lost during the attacks on our nation The ceremony marking the chronological events will feature music, prayers, speakers and official honors All are invited to attend. Limited seating and accommodations for disabled will be provided The Garden of Reflection stands as an uplifting remembrance and beacon of hope to all 2,973 who are not with us today. | 9-11 Memorial Garden of Reflection | 09/11/12 | Yardley |
Life, Liberty & The Pursuit of FashionPresented by 90degreez June 25-May 25, 2012 90degreez, in collaboration with the city of Philadelphia's Wawa Welcome America, will host Life, Liberty & The Pursuit of Fashion, a high-end avante garde fashion show in Rittenhouse Square Park. Life, Liberty & The Pursuit of Fashion highlights fashion from past time periods to the future; a combination of history, art and fashion that will display a creative montage of lively entertainment. | 90degreez | 06/25/12-
05/25/12 | Philadelphia |
The Large Flowerheads in Concert Presented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center July 5, 2012 Grab a blanket and bring your family and friends to enjoy great out-door performances from the Sculpture Park’s Susquehanna Bank stage at Abington Art Center this summer! Join Abington for The Large Flowerheads concert. Concerts at the Manor are co-presented by Abington Art Center and Abington Township Parks & Recreation and sponsored by PECO.
More information is available at abingtonartcenter.org. | Abington Art Center | 07/05/12 | Jenkintown |
Commonwealth Classic TheatrePresented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center July 12, 2012 Grab a blanket and bring your family and friends to enjoy a great out-door theater performance from the Sculpture Park’s Susquehanna Bank stage at Abington Art Center this summer! Commonwealth Classic Theatre will present the Pulitzer Prize-winning Our Town by Thornton Wilder. Theater in the Park is co-presented by Abington Art Center and Abington Township Parks & Recreation and sponsored by PECO.
More information is available at abingtonartcenter.org | Abington Art Center | 07/12/12 | Jenkintown |
The Fleeting Ends in Concert Presented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center July 19, 2012 Grab a blanket and bring your family and friends to enjoy great out-door performances from the Sculpture Park’s Susquehanna Bank stage at Abington Art Center this summer! Join Abington for The Fleeting Ends in concert. Concerts at the Manor are co-presented by Abington Art Center and Abington Township Parks & Recreation and sponsored by PECO.
More information is available at abingtonartcenter.org. | Abington Art Center | 07/19/12 | Jenkintown |
Alec Gross in ConcertPresented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center July 26, 2012 Grab a blanket and bring your family and friends to enjoy great out-door performances from the Sculpture Park’s Susquehanna Bank stage at Abington Art Center this summer! Concerts at the Manor are co-presented by Abington Art Center and Abington Township Parks & Recreation and sponsored by PECO.
More information is available at abingtonartcenter.org. | Abington Art Center | 07/26/12 | Jenkintown |
KIDFEST + The Plants in ConcertPresented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center August 2, 2012 Join Abington for an outdoor event featuring hands-on workshops and exhibits, food, games, and live music all tailored to kids. Musical guests, The Plants, are a WXPN Kids Corner favorite and will inspire imagination and creativity with eclectic lighthearted tunes. More information is available at abingtonartcenter.org. | Abington Art Center | 08/02/12 | Jenkintown |
The Academy at 200: The Nature of DiscoveryPresented by Academy of Natural Sciences at Academy of Natural Sciences March 24, 2012-March 31, 2013 The Academy at 200: The Nature of Discovery celebrates the Academy of Natural Sciences’ groundbreaking discoveries of the past and present and provides a glimpse into the future of one of the world’s great natural history museums. Through this spectacular new exhibit, visitors will journey alongside Academy scientists to search for new species and explore how human activity is affecting the environment. See rare and amazing plants and animals from the Academy’s... | Academy of Natural Sciences | 03/24/12-
03/31/13 | Philadelphia |
Bird Discovery WeekendPresented by Academy of Natural Sciences at Academy of Natural Sciences June 9-June 10, 2012 The Academy of Naltural Sciences of Drexel University’s bicentennial year features a specially themed Bird Discovery Weekend, highlighting important aspects of the institution’s Ornithology Collection. Birds are the center of attention throughout June, when visitors can learn about the collection and take a look at VIREO, the world’s largest bird image bank. On June 9th and 10th, meet a real ornithologist, learn to identify local birds, participate in a bird migration and... | Academy of Natural Sciences | 06/09/12-
06/10/12 | Philadelphia |
Getting to the Core of Historic TreesPresented by Academy of Natural Sciences at Academy of Natural Sciences June 23, 2012 Famous gravestones and extraordinary trees are right here in Philadelphia! Join the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University to learn about the collection of historically important trees at the Woodlands Cemetery, where prominent Philadelphians like Drexel family members and painter Thomas Eakins are buried. Participate in an ongoing research project with Dr. David Hewitt, an Academy research associate, who is taking tree cores of these significant specimens to accurately age them.... | Academy of Natural Sciences | 06/23/12 | Philadelphia |
Buggin’ in the Dark Presented by Academy of Natural Sciences at Academy of Natural Sciences July 20, 2012 The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University invites you to a field study to hunt for insects at night in the New Jersey Pine Barrens. Entomology Curatorial Assistant Greg Cowper and Live Invertebrate Specialist Karen Verderame will show how to set up various methods of collection, teach you how to identify bugs that thrive at night, and show you cool beetles and big moths!
| Academy of Natural Sciences | 07/20/12 | Philadelphia |
Behind-the-Scenes Tour: A Walk Through the ArchivesPresented by Academy of Natural Sciences at Academy of Natural Sciences May 1-May 31, 2012 The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University's Library & Archives is internationally recognized for its paralleled collection of natural history books, art, artifacts, films, and more. For May only, visitors can go on a tour of the Reading Room and behind-the-scenes holdings, see a new exhibit featuring five centuries of female scientists; the rare double-elephant folio of John James Audubon’s masterpiece, The Birds of America; and enjoy an exhibit of “staff... | Academy of Natural Sciences | 05/01/12-
05/31/12 | Philadelphia |
Birds of a Feather Behind-the-Scenes TourPresented by Academy of Natural Sciences at Academy of Natural Sciences June 1-June 30, 2012 Calling all bird lovers! Join the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University on a behind-the-scenes tour of the Ornithology Collection. The collection contains some 200,000 colorful and exotic birds from every continent; about 90 percent of the world’s bird species are represented. Researchers from around the world study these birds and now the general public is invited behind the scenes to see them, only during the month of June as part of the Academy's 200th anniversary... | Academy of Natural Sciences | 06/01/12-
06/30/12 | Philadelphia |
Paul Ehrlich: Can We Get Needed Population Shrinkage in Time?Presented by Academy of Natural Sciences at Academy of Natural Sciences June 14, 2012 Noted Stanford University ecologist Professor Paul Ehrlich will discuss the environmental and social impacts related to the current strain on Earth's carrying capacity. He will suggest how issues ranging from climate disruption and toxification of the planet to increasing odds of vast epidemics and nuclear resource wars can impact this strain. Ehrlich will present potential solutions, such as controlling population growth through women’s empowerment, rethinking economic ideals, and... | Academy of Natural Sciences | 06/14/12 | Philadelphia |
Pine Barrens Fish Field StudyPresented by Academy of Natural Sciences at Academy of Natural Sciences September 29, 2012 Grab your waders and jump right in, or stay on the bank caring for captured fish, measuring fish, and recording field data!
Join Academy scientists Paul Overbeck and Rich Horwitz as they use dip nets, seines, and electricity (using a backpack electrofishing unit) to catch and release wild fish populations. On this year’s trip we are exploring the lake and river system at Batsto Village in Wharton State Forest, New Jersey. This trip offers a unique opportunity to... | Academy of Natural Sciences | 09/29/12 | Philadelphia |
Aikan Acts & Movementz Elite Performing Arts AcademyPresented by Aikan Acts & Movements Elite Performing Arts Academy at Morris Estate Recreation Center February 22, 2012-March 1, 2013 Enroll today in professional performing acting and dance classes taught by working actors, dancers, and producers. Classes are for both adults and children ages 5 and up.
Every Student will receive a free head shoot photo!
Family & Friend referral system and special Family Packages are available. | Aikan Acts & Movements Elite Performing Arts Academy | 02/22/12-
03/01/13 | Philadelphia |
Ambler Arts FestivalPresented by Ambler Main Street at Ambler Main Street June 16, 2012 Ambler Main Street is pleased to announce the Ambler Arts Festival, 2012! You’re invited to share in a day filled with art, music, al fresco dining, and shopping in downtown Ambler on Butler Avenue. The Avenue will be closed to allow for artists to fill the streets and for you to spend a relaxing day in the arts and crafts marketplace. The festival will feature a wonderful array of artists including watercolors, oils, sculpture, wood work, jewelry, photography, pottery and much... | Ambler Main Street | 06/16/12 | Ambler |
Transit of Venus & Tune-Up WorkshopsPresented by American Philosophical Society Museum at American Philosophical Society Museum June 2-June 3, 2012 On June 5, 2012, there will be a rare astronomical event--a Transit of Venus. Beginning at 6pm in Philadelphia, the planet Venus will be visible moving across the disk of the sun. A transit never happened in the 20th century and won't happen again until 2117. It will truly be a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
The American Philosophical Society Museum (104 S. Fifth Street) will be offering family-friendly, hands-on workshops on June 2-3, to help everybody get ready for the... | American Philosophical Society Museum | 06/02/12-
06/03/12 | Philadelphia |
Tropical SailPresented by American Sailing Tours at Pier 24 April 22-October 29, 2012 If the island life is a state of mind, then this is the destination for your imagination. You might not see Jimmy Buffett in a hammock under the palm tree, but you'll come close! American Sailing Tours plays a great variety of tropical beach music with their own jambalaya mixture of Caribbean, Cajun, reggae, New Orleans and Memphis music, with plenty of Florida and California sunshine thrown in. They always have a good time, and so will you! | American Sailing Tours | 04/22/12-
10/29/12 | Philadelphia |
Sunset SailPresented by American Sailing Tours at Pier 24 April 22-October 29, 2012 Enjoy the romantic sounds of Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Tony Bennett and others at the end of a warm summer day. American Sailing Tours will introduce you to some new favorites, as well. The sun sinks below the city and the skyline lights up just for you. Bring your favorite bottle of wine, snuggle up with someone you love and let the day melt away. The stars mix with the lights of the city and the summer wind sails on... | American Sailing Tours | 04/22/12-
10/29/12 | Philadelphia |
Moonlight SailPresented by American Sailing Tours at Pier 24 April 22-October 29, 2012 American Sailing Tours's tropical theme continues in the moonlight late at night with a special selection of songs that will put you in the middle of the Caribbean Sea. It's as close to a Parrothead paradise you can find in Philadelphia. Don't forget to wear your grass skirt and your own Hawaiian shirt! Welcome aboard! | American Sailing Tours | 04/22/12-
10/29/12 | Philadelphia |
Wine & Cheese SailPresented by American Sailing Tours at Pier 24 April 22-October 28, 2012 American Sailing Tours is taking the Sunset Sail to a whole new level with their new Wine & Cheese Sail this season on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings. You bring your favorite bottle of wine and they supply the rest, including several gourmet cheeses, crackers, and several cutting boards on deck. They'll have corkscrews and wine glasses on board, so you don't need to bring anything else. Don't forget your camera! | American Sailing Tours | 04/22/12-
10/28/12 | Philadelphia |
| Midsummer | American Swedish Historical Museum | 06/23/12 | Philadelphia |
XPN Welcomes Appel Farm Arts & Music FestivalPresented by Appel Farm Arts and Music Center at Appel Farm Arts and Music Center June 2, 2012 Music on two stages featuring The Tedeschi Trucks Band, Dawes, Carolina Chocolate Drops, Jukebox The Ghost, Rodney Crowell, Cheryl Wheeler, Sara Watkins, Brother Joscephus and The Love Revival Revolution Orchestra, Scrapomatic, Mason Porter and Quincy Mumford & The Reason Why.
To add to the fun and enjoyment for every age, the festival hosts a Children’s Village, with performers and arts activities to delight the young crowd. Scheduled to entertain... | Appel Farm Arts and Music Center | 06/02/12 | Elmer |
Bank of AmericaPresents the Appel Farm Arts & Music FestivalPresented by Appel Farm Arts and Music Center at Appel Farm Arts and Music Center June 2, 2012 Enjoy two stages of exceptional music! Artists appearing include Tedeschi Trucks Band, Dawes, Carolina Chocolate Drops, Jukebox the Ghost, Rodney Crowell, Cheryl Wheeler, Sara Watkins (of Nickel Creek), Brother Joscephus and the Love Revival Revolution Orchestra, Scrapomatic, Mason Porter, Quincy Mumford & The Reason Why.
XPN welcomes these artists as Gene Shay and Michaela Majoun host the event. A fun-filled day in a beautiful country setting includes crafts fair demonstrations... | Appel Farm Arts and Music Center | 06/02/12 | Elmer |
Day Dream - Memorial Day WeekendPresented by Area Event May 27-May 28, 2012 Day Dream hosted by Kim Kardashian, featuring Nicky Romero at The Pool. | Area Event | 05/27/12-
05/28/12 | Atco |
Awfully Nice Tours Private Driving ToursPresented by Awfully Nice Tours at Various Locations March 11, 2011-March 31, 2015 Looking for Philadelphia tours? For your guided tours of Philadelphia and the best way to see Philadelphia attractions and the best of Philadelphia sightseeing. Awfully Nice Tours provides the only personal driving tour service in Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley. Think of Awfully Nice Tours as your hassle-free, educational, relaxed and fun way to see the sights, learn the history and experience the culture of the area. Whether you are a couple, a small family group, a few... | Awfully Nice Tours | 03/11/11-
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| The Nutcracker | Ballet Theater of Lancaster | 11/03/12-
11/04/12 | Akron |
Group HayridesPresented by Bellevue State Park at Bellevue State Park September 24, 2011-November 20, 2012 Experience an old fashioned hayride through Bellevue State Park! Hayrides last approximately 50 minutes and are followed by an inviting one-hour campfire. Reserve a wagon for your preschool, family reunion, birthday party, scout group or just a crowd of friends! The fee for one wagon is $90. Skewers are provided at the campfire; you supply your own food and beverages. The capacity for one wagon is approximately 20 adults. For more information or to schedule a hayride, call the Park Office at... | Bellevue State Park | 09/24/11-
11/20/12 | Wilmington |
Pond Exploration at Bellevue State ParkPresented by Bellevue State Park at Bellevue State Park May 26, 2012 Have you ever wondered what lives in Bellevue’s pond? Join a park naturalist to dip net in the pond to discover, identify, and learn about the creatures that call the pond home! Prepare to get wet. | Bellevue State Park | 05/26/12 | Wilmington |
Garden Bounty at BellevuePresented by Bellevue State Park at Bellevue State Park August 19, 2012 A bushel of basil? A peck of peppers? A zillion zukes? What to do? Gather at the Arts Center and find out how to use the fruits of your labor. Pesto, salsa, muffins and more! Don’t forget to bring your appetite.
| Bellevue State Park | 08/19/12 | Wilmington |
Monarch Butterfly Tagging at BellevuePresented by Bellevue State Park at Bellevue State Park - Arts Center August 25, 2012 Every year monarch butterflies make a great journey south. Learn about this migration and help to capture, tag and release monarchs. The butterflies we tag will provide important data for the Monarch Watch program and you’ll be able to find out where the butterflies go!
| Bellevue State Park | 08/25/12 | Wilmington |
25th Anniversary Celebration of Bellevue ConcertsPresented by Bellevue State Park at Bellevue State Park July 10, 2012 Help celebrate 25 years of concerts at the Bellevue Bandshell with Jimmy and the Parrots, a Jimmy Buffett cover band. There will be entertainment for children as well as local food vendors at the celebration. | Bellevue State Park | 07/10/12 | Wilmington |
Annual Youth Fishing TournamentPresented by Bellevue State Park at Bellevue State Park July 21, 2012 Youths through age 15 are invited to the Annual Fishing Tournament at Bellevue, co-sponsored by Delaware State Parks and the First State Bassmasters. Bring your pole and plenty of bait because prizes will be awarded! Lunch is provided for all tournament participants, and will be available for purchase by adults. There is no fee for this program. Large groups are asked to pre-register by calling 302-761-6963. Meet at the pond near Pavilion #3. | Bellevue State Park | 07/21/12 | Wilmington |
Lunchtime Concert Series at Bellevue State ParkPresented by Bellevue State Park at Bellevue State Park May 23-September 26, 2012 Bring your lunch and go to the Bellevue Arts Center patio or the grass while you relax and enjoy their free noontime concerts!
For more information and upcoming performers, call the Concert Hotline at 302-761-6965 or call the park office at 302-761-6963.
Park entrance fees are in effect. | Bellevue State Park | 05/23/12-
09/26/12 | Wilmington |
Bellevue State Park’s Summer Concert SeriesPresented by Bellevue State Park at Bellevue State Park June 3-August 26, 2012 Come on Sunday and Thursday evenings this summer for a free Summer Concert Series! Bring a picnic and blanket or lawn chair for ultimate comfort. The summer line-up consists of something for everyone, from blues and jazz to swing and big band music.
This program is made possible, in part, by grants from the Delaware Division of the Arts, a state agency dedicated to nurturing and supporting the arts in Delaware, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. | Bellevue State Park | 06/03/12-
08/26/12 | Wilmington |
Introduction to Backyard CompostingPresented by Bellevue State Park at Bellevue State Park July 28, 2012 Join Master Composter and Master Gardener Hetty Francke to learn how to build and care for an environmentally-friendly compost pile, as well as how to begin your own vermi-composting bin. This program will include a power point presentation of Compost Demonstrations Sites in Delaware. A tour of Bellevue State Park's Compost Demonstration Site will conclude the session with Q and A throughout.
Compost bins will be available for sale at $20 each.
This program is intended for... | Bellevue State Park | 07/28/12 | Wilmington |
Slice & Dice, Dip & Sip at Bellevue!Presented by Bellevue State Park at Bellevue State Park June 16, 2012 Join Bellevue to create tasty, portable picnics using readily available ingredients. These light and easy dinners are perfect to enjoy during Bellevue's evening concerts. Come hungry!
| Bellevue State Park | 06/16/12 | Wilmington |
Guided Wildflower WalkPresented by Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve at Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve March 1-May 31, 2012 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 the trails. Preserve staff or talented Volunteer Naturalists will lead the tours. | Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve | 03/01/12-
05/31/12 | New Hope |
Guided Wildflower WalkPresented by Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve at Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve September 1-October 31, 2012 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 the trails. Preserve staff or talented Volunteer Naturalists will lead the tours. | Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve | 09/01/12-
10/31/12 | New Hope |
Guided Wildflower WalkPresented by Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve at Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve June 1-August 31, 2012 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 the trails. Preserve staff or talented Volunteer Naturalists will lead the tours. | Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve | 06/01/12-
08/31/12 | New Hope |
Naturalist-Guided Canoe TripsPresented by Brandywine Creek State Park at Brandywine Creek State Park May 26, 2012 Each of these trips is supervised by an American Red Cross canoe-certified trip leader. You and your friends and family will be guided down the tranquil Brandywine. A naturalist will join you to help with canoe instruction and nature identification. Ages 15 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Please be aware you and a partner will need to carry your canoe a short distance to the river. Equipment will be provided, but be sure to bring plenty of water and a snack. Shoes and... | Brandywine Creek State Park | 05/26/12 | Wilmington |
| Brandywine Creek Adventure Race: Clash with the Creek | Brandywine Creek State Park | 06/16/12 | Wilmington |
A Revolutionary War Reenactment - Philadelphia Campaign of 1777Presented by Brandywine Creek State Park at Brandywine Creek State Park September 15-September 16, 2012 See the battles of the British campaign to take Philadelphia unfold. Walk among the troops in camp and browse wares on merchant's row. Hosted by Delaware State Parks and the 2d Virginia Regiment. | Brandywine Creek State Park | 09/15/12-
09/16/12 | Wilmington |
Transit of VenusPresented by Brandywine Creek State Park at Brandywine Creek State Park June 5, 2012 The 2012 transit of Venus is the last time this event will happen in our lifetime. Members of the Delaware Astonomical Society will provide viewing guidance. Meet at the Hawk Watch parking lot. | Brandywine Creek State Park | 06/05/12 | Wilmington |
Perseids Meteor Shower ViewingPresented by Brandywine Creek State Park at Brandywine Creek State Park August 11, 2012 Watch as the meteors light up the evening sky at one of the darkest places around. Meet at the Hawk Watch parking lot to view night sky objects in the telescope.
Rain date is Sunday, August 12th. | Brandywine Creek State Park | 08/11/12 | Wilmington |
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 |
Wild about DadsPresented by Brandywine Zoo at Brandywine Zoo June 17, 2012 Dads deserve a day of fun and relaxation with their loved ones. What better way to spend the day than at the zoo? Enjoy dad’s day activities and live animal presentations. | Brandywine Zoo | 06/17/12 | Wilmington |
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