Events
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Organization |
Dates |
Location |
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A Sweet Taste of History
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The Encampment Store at Valley Forge National Historical Park |
02/20/12 |
Valley Forge National Historical Park, King of Prussia |
Matters Personal, Details Private: Cleanliness, Hygiene, and Personal Pursuits in the Colonial Home
Presented by Pottsgrove Manor Historic site at Pottsgrove Manor Historic site March 3, 2012 Pottsgrove Manor will host a day-long symposium on March 3rd to kick off the new exhibit, “Matters Personal, Details Private: Cleanliness, Hygiene, and Personal Pursuits in the Colonial Home.” This symposium is open to participants ages 12 and up.
This symposium will shed light on aspects of colonial life that were not covered in your history textbooks. At 10 am, Pottsgrove Manor’s museum educator Lynn Symborski will give a visual presentation on both... |
Pottsgrove Manor Historic site |
03/03/12 |
Pottsgrove Manor Historic site, Pottstown |
1964 The Tribute
Presented by Keswick Theatre at Keswick Theatre February 24, 2012 The authentic Beatles tribute that sells out Carnegie Hall year after year--quite simply the #1 Beatles show in the world! They look, act and and sound like The Beatles. |
Keswick Theatre |
02/24/12 |
Keswick Theatre, Glenside |
1964 The Tribute
Presented by Keswick Theatre at Keswick Theatre February 24, 2012 The authentic Beatles tribute that sells out Carnegie Hall year after year - quite simply the #1 Beatles show in the world! They look, act and sound like The Beatles. "The performance, professionalism and musicianship make the illusion complete. 1964 The Tribute creates magic" (Dick Clark). |
Keswick Theatre |
02/24/12 |
Keswick Theatre, Glenside |
2012 Valley Forge Revolutionary 5-mile Run
Presented by Valley Forge Convention and Visitors Bureau at Valley Forge National Historical Park April 22, 2012 Run this challenging five-mile certified course through scenic Valley Forge National Historical Park.
Or walk three miles to and from the National Memorial Arch. A one-mile youth fun run wraps up this fifth annual event. Refreshments, health/exercise exhibits, park/visitor information and running clubs will be represented at the family expo.
All proceeds benefit park preservation initiatives. |
Valley Forge Convention and Visitors Bureau |
04/22/12 |
Valley Forge National Historical Park, King of Prussia |
9th Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Presented by Byers Choice, Ltd. at Byers Choice, Ltd. March 31, 2012 Come meet the Easter Bunny and enjoy free face painting and crafts. Admission is free. Please check the web site www.byerschoice.com if the weather is inclement. Hunt begins at 11am and ends at 1pm with alternating age groups. Don't forget to bring your camera! |
Byers Choice, Ltd. |
03/31/12 |
Byers Choice, Ltd., Chalfont |
A Walk with the Curator
Presented by Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College at Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College April 11, 2012 Join Andrew Bunting, curator of the Scott Arboretum, for a free tours at the Scott Arboretum. "A Walk with the Curator" program provides an in-depth look at the collections, gardens, and plant selections through the eyes of the man responsible for curating the collection. Andrew Bunting will discuss the most recent accessions acquired for the collection, why plants were removed from the collection and maybe should be removed from your garden, as well as the latest garden designs at... |
Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College |
04/11/12 |
Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College, Swarthmore |
A Wrinkle in Time
Presented by People's Light and Theatre Company at People's Light and Theatre Company - Main Stage April 26-May 20, 2012 “It was a dark and stormy night” begins this beloved novel by Madeleine L’Engle. Set off on an adventure through space and time via a tesseract with three children, each with a special gift and assisted by the three eccentric Mrs. Ws, to free their scientist father from the power of It. (Nothing good was ever named It!)
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People's Light and Theatre Company |
04/26/12 -
05/20/12 |
People's Light and Theatre Company - Main Stage, Malvern |
Absolute Beginners Series - 6 Week Intro to Yoga
Presented by Flow In Yoga at Abington Art Center January 22-February 26, 2012 Discover the physical, mental and emotional benefits of yoga in a safe, supportive setting. In 6 weeks you will:
* Learn the foundation postures and basic breathing techniques
* Strengthen and tone your body
* Improve your flexibility and range of motion
* Decrease levels of stress and anxiety
* Be bursting with energy and enthusiasm for life
* Be inspired to live with light and clarity
This series... |
Flow In Yoga |
01/22/12 -
02/26/12 |
Abington Art Center, Jenkintown |
African American Iconic Images Mural Workshop
Presented by African American Museum of Philadelphia at African American Museum in Philadelphia February 25, 2012 Designed to complement the African American Iconic Images Mural Tour, this family-friendly workshop invites participants to delve further into themes highlighted along the mural tour. Participants will have an opportunity to learn to create art in response to the murals they see along the tour.
Tour participation not required for workshop participation. For more information on the African American Iconic Images Mural Tour, visit http://iconic.muralarts.org/. |
African American Museum of Philadelphia |
02/25/12 |
African American Museum in Philadelphia, Philadelphia |
African American Iconic Images Mural Workshop
Presented by African American Museum of Philadelphia at African American Museum in Philadelphia March 31, 2012 Designed to complement the African American Iconic Images Mural Tour, this family-friendly workshop invites participants to delve further into themes highlighted along the mural tour. Participants will have an opportunity to learn to create art in response to the murals they see along the tour. Tour participation not required for workshop participation.
For more information on the African American Iconic Images Mural Tour, visit http://iconic.muralarts.org/. |
African American Museum of Philadelphia |
03/31/12 |
African American Museum in Philadelphia, Philadelphia |
African American Images Trolley Tour
Presented by Mural Arts Program, City of Philadelphia at African American Museum in Philadelphia February 25, 2012 Albert M. Greenfield African American Iconic Images Collection. The Mural Arts Program presents a compilation of murals that capture the rich African American experience in Philadelphia. The murals honor significant figures including W.E.B. DuBois, the women of jazz, Jackie Robinson and Malcolm X, to name just a few. The tour price includes a 2 hour guided tour as well as admission to the African American Museum in Philadelphia (up to a $37 dollar value)!
The tour also... |
Mural Arts Program, City of Philadelphia |
02/25/12 |
African American Museum in Philadelphia, Philadelphia |
Agricultural Science and Policy - Evening Course
Presented by Wagner Free Institute of Science at Pennsylvania Horticultural Society March 26-April 30, 2012 This course is co-sponsored by the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society. The lectures will be given at the PHS offices, 100 N. 20th Street.
Taught by Professor David Hewitt
This course will provide scientific background to understand selected current issues in agricultural and food policy. Subjects will include ecology, physiology (plant and animal), genetics and molecular/cell biology and will be integrated into discussions of topics in fertilizer production and... |
Wagner Free Institute of Science |
03/26/12 -
04/30/12 |
Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, Philadelphia |
American Girl Fashion Show
Presented by Ronald McDonald House of Delaware at Chase Center on the Riverfront March 10-March 11, 2012 American Girl Fashion Show featuring both historical and contemporary outfits from American Girl. Raffles, merchandise, doll salon, photo booth. Ticket purchase includes meal, American Girl goodie bag for children and a chance to win American Girl door prizes. |
Ronald McDonald House of Delaware |
03/10/12 -
03/11/12 |
Chase Center on the Riverfront, Wilmington |
American Girl Fashion Show Hosted by Junior League of Philadelphia
Presented by Junior League of Philadelphia, Inc. at Desmond Hotel and Conference Center March 3-March 4, 2012 The Junior League of Philadelphia, Inc. invites girls and their friends and families to experience the American Girl Fashion Show. This fun, engaging program showcases historical and contemporary fashions for girls and their dolls. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Junior League of Philadelphia, Inc.’s community programs.
Local models will present the fashions, while lively commentary, music, and decorations will create a memorable experience for girls and their... |
Junior League of Philadelphia, Inc. |
03/03/12 -
03/04/12 |
Desmond Hotel and Conference Center, Malvern |
An Evening With GARRISON KEILLOR
Presented by Keswick Theatre at Keswick Theatre May 7, 2012 The best-selling author and host of A Prairie Home Companion (now heard on over 450 public radio stations) - winner of the Grammy Award, two Cable ACE Awards, the Peabody Award, a National Humanities Medal, and inductee into the Radio Hall of Fame. |
Keswick Theatre |
05/07/12 |
Keswick Theatre, Glenside |
Angellique Kidjo
Presented by Montgomery County Community College at Montgomery County Community College - Science Center Theater March 23, 2012 Angélique Kidjo, a singer-songwriter and activist, is noted for her diverse musical influences. Time Magazine has called her "Africa's premier diva". Her work has garnered her four Grammy nominations, has cross-pollinated the West African traditions of her childhood in Benin with elements of American R&B, funk and jazz, as well as influences from Europe and Latin America. Throughout her career, she has collaborated with a diverse group of international artists... |
Montgomery County Community College |
03/23/12 |
Montgomery County Community College - Science Center Theater, Blue Bell |
Art and the Environment Lecture Series
Presented by Brandywine River Museum at Brandywine River Museum March 14, 2012 “Art and Nature,” presented by associate educator Jane Flitner, will feature works of art in the museum’s collection: William T. Richards, Andrew Wyeth and others. Museum Lecture Room. |
Brandywine River Museum |
03/14/12 |
Brandywine River Museum, Chadds Ford |
Art and the Environment Lecture Series
Presented by Brandywine River Museum at Brandywine River Museum March 21, 2012 “The Brandywine-Struble Greenway”
Senior planner for municipal assistance Sheila Fleming will present the progress of this regional planning initiative of the Brandywine Conservancy. |
Brandywine River Museum |
03/21/12 |
Brandywine River Museum, Chadds Ford |
Art and the Environment Lecture Series
Presented by Brandywine River Museum at Brandywine River Museum March 28, 2012 “Native Plants of the Brandywine Region and their Liaisons”
Horticultural coordinator Mark Gormel will provide an illustrated look at the Brandywine region’s native plants, including an expose on the “significant others” in their lives: the animals, birds and bugs who depend on them for sustenancy.
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Brandywine River Museum |
03/28/12 |
Brandywine River Museum, Chadds Ford |
ART.WRITE.NOW at the National Constitution Center
Presented by National Constitution Center at National Constitution Center February 16, 2016-March 14, 2012 ART.WRITE.NOW, a traveling exhibition featuring works by winners of the prestigious Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, will be on display at the National Constitution Center. More than 100 winning works from the nation’s most talented teen artists and writers will be on view, including sculptures, paintings, 3-D works, videos, and writing pieces displayed on iPads. The Center is the third stop of seven on the exhibition’s national tour and the only location on the East... |
National Constitution Center |
02/16/16 -
03/14/12 |
National Constitution Center, Philadelphia |
Audacious Freedom: African Americans In Philadelphia 1776-1876
Presented by African American Museum of Philadelphia at African American Museum in Philadelphia September 10, 2009 - Ongoing This permanent exhibition details the freedom journey of African Americans in Philadelphia during the nation's first century. Stories of individuals and groups highlight the Underground Railroad, the free black community in Philadelphia, African American soldiers in the Civil War, and early struggles for civil rights. |
African American Museum of Philadelphia |
09/10/09 -
Ongoing |
African American Museum in Philadelphia, Philadelphia |
Audio Walk Tour
Presented by Independence Visitor Center at Independence Visitor Center November 1, 2011 - Ongoing Hear the spirit of history come alive with a 74-minute narration, self-guided and leisurely walking tour of historic Philadelphia. This easily navigated audio tour is available for rent at the Independence Visitor Center. The tour includes a lightweight CD player and a detailed map that includes 20 important historic sites and 64 narrated segments. |
Independence Visitor Center |
11/01/11 -
Ongoing |
Independence Visitor Center, Philadelphia |
Avi Wisnia
Presented by Philadelphia Museum of Art at Philadelphia Museum of Art February 24, 2012 A special full-band performance as part of the Art After 5 Series.
Friday evenings take on a whole new groove with Art After 5, The Philadelphia Museum of Art's unique blend of art and entertainment in the Great Stair Hall. With an eclectic mix of internationally recognized and emerging artists performing every week, it’s a stylish and unique way to start the weekend. "I love making music in such a grand alternative space to the regular music venue and night club... |
Philadelphia Museum of Art |
02/24/12 |
Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia |
Balloon Freak John Cassidy
Presented by The Colonial Theatre at The Colonial Theatre March 3, 2012 John Cassidy, our most popular kids performer at the Colonial, is an eccentric comedian whose bizarre antics have earned him widespread acclaim as one of the most original and unique performers today. He has also made numerous television appearances having appeared on such popular shows as Live with Regis and Kelly, NBC’s Today Show and Martha Stewart Living and regularly plays Los Angeles, Las Vegas, New York City and his native Philadelphia. John also holds several Guinness World... |
The Colonial Theatre |
03/03/12 |
The Colonial Theatre, Phoenixville |
Bedknobs and Broomsticks
Presented by The Colonial Theatre at The Colonial Theatre April 28, 2012 “When a mail-order apprentice witch (Angela Lansbury) is saddled with three sibling refugees from London during World War II, the outlook is grim. But the kids soon discover her secret and sign on for adventure in the name of England. With the aid of a magical bed, they track down her fraudulent headmaster (David Tomlinson) to find the spell that will aid the Allies. Fascinated that she has actually achieved results with his lessons, he joins forces. The quintet does battle with... |
The Colonial Theatre |
04/28/12 |
The Colonial Theatre, Phoenixville |
Betzwood Film Festival
Presented by Montgomery County Community College at Montgomery County Community College - Science Center Theater May 12, 2012 The Betzwood Motion Picture Studio was in operation between the years 1912 and 1923. Initially founded by film pioneer Siegmund Lubin of Philadelphia, the three hundred and fifty acre studio saw the production of over one hundred films. Of these, only a few have survived the ravages of time, indifference, fire and nitrate deterioration, and many of these “survivors” have only survived as fragments. So far thirty Betzwood films have been located in archives in the U.S., Great... |
Montgomery County Community College |
05/12/12 |
Montgomery County Community College - Science Center Theater, Blue Bell |
Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure
Presented by The Colonial Theatre at The Colonial Theatre March 16, 2012 “Just stupid enough to be endearing.” (Rob Thomas, Capital Times)
“The boys are back in town – and back in the telephone-booth time machine. As these high school goofballs travel back in time to score some heavy dudes like Napoleon, Socrates, and Billy the Kid for their history presentation, they wrote themselves into the teen-movie pantheon. Everything Reeves has done since always has the whiff of “Ted” about it. Party on, dudes.” (Marjorie... |
The Colonial Theatre |
03/16/12 |
The Colonial Theatre, Phoenixville |
Black History Month
Presented by National Constitution Center at National Constitution Center February 1-February 29, 2012 Visitors to the Center this February can participate in a variety of events in honor of Black History Month. During the Breaking Barriers Show, visitors can examine the lives of Thurgood Marshall, Bessie Coleman, Jackie Robinson, and other extraordinary African Americans throughout history, in order to learn more about the issues they faced and the rights they secured for all Americans. Visitors also can take a closer look at the Center’s rare printing of the Emancipation Proclamation,... |
National Constitution Center |
02/01/12 -
02/29/12 |
National Constitution Center, Philadelphia |
Bobby Keys & The Suffering Bastards
Presented by Keswick Theatre at Keswick Theatre March 10, 2012 Legendary Rolling Stones Saxophonist plus Members of Georgia Satellites, Black Crowes, Lynyrd Skynyrd & John Fogerty: a list of musical legends you’ll seldom see together outside of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. This tour coincides with the release of Bobby's long-awaited autobiography, Every Night Is A Saturday Night, which recounts his experiences playing with The Rolling Stones, Elvis and each of the four Beatles. |
Keswick Theatre |
03/10/12 |
Keswick Theatre, Glenside |
