Events
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Northeast Rod & Custom Car Show
at Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks March 23-March 25, 2012 The Northeast Rod And Custom Car Show now enters its second year as one of the most prominent Indoor Car Shows on the East Coast again At The Philly Expo Center March 23rd,24th and 25th of 2012.
The Inaugural 2011 Nationals claimed an unprecedented status among enthusiasts, competitors and press; touting this as the show of the year in its first outing.
Taking part in one of the most anticipated "Indoor Car Show Nationals" has now been moved into the realm of... |
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03/23/12 -
03/25/12 |
Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks, Oaks |
Zaha Hadid: Form in Motion
Presented by Philadelphia Museum of Art at Philadelphia Museum of Art - Perelman Building September 20, 2011-March 25, 2012 Innovative architect Zaha Hadid, who in 2004 became the first female recipient of the renowned Pritzker Architecture Prize, has advanced the vocabulary of contemporary architecture and design through the exploration of complex fluid geometries and the use of cutting-edge techniques and manufacturing technologies. For this exhibition—the first in the United States to feature her product designs—the Iraqi-born British architect has created a sculptural environment for a selection... |
Philadelphia Museum of Art |
09/20/11 -
03/25/12 |
Philadelphia Museum of Art - Perelman Building, Philadelphia |
School of the Soldier
Presented by Peter Wentz Farmstead at Peter Wentz Farmstead March 24-March 25, 2012 Experience the daily camp life of Revolutionary War soldiers and camp followers from regiments of the Mid-Atlantic Department of the Continental Line as they prepare for battle reenactments throughout the region. Soldiers will practice drills and maneuvers at various times each day. Merchants will be selling items typical of the period. |
Peter Wentz Farmstead |
03/24/12 -
03/25/12 |
Peter Wentz Farmstead, Worcester |
Easter Crafts for Kids Workshop
Presented by Pennypacker Mills at Pennypacker Mills March 25, 2012 The themes of Easter and Springtime will be explored as children create wonderful ornaments and cards to take home and share with loved ones & friends. All materials & instructions are provided along with refreshments. Confirmation will be sent to each participant along with directions and site map. |
Pennypacker Mills |
03/25/12 |
Pennypacker Mills, Schwenksville |
Spring Pipe Organ Concert
Presented by The Colonial Theatre at The Colonial Theatre March 25, 2012 Glenn Hough will play a selection of music appropriate for Spring, St. Patrick’s Day and the moon. There will be one intermission and the overall program will last about 2 hours. This program benefits the Theatre Organ Society of the Delaware Valley (TOSDV) Theatre Pipe Organ Restoration Fund.
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The Colonial Theatre |
03/25/12 |
The Colonial Theatre, Phoenixville |
Glenn Hough in Concert
Presented by Theatre Organ Society of the Delaware Valley at The Colonial Theatre March 25, 2012 Glenn Hough returns for an afternoon of music and merriment. This is scheduled to be the final "shake down" presentation of the 3/24 Wurlitzer prior to its formal debut, tentatively scheduled for September 2012. Join us at the Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville, to enjoy Glenn's special brand of musical interpretations and humor, and to hear what our Wurlitzer sounds like now.
Save the date! Saturday evening, TOSDV will present the full-length silent film “The... |
Theatre Organ Society of the Delaware Valley |
03/25/12 |
The Colonial Theatre, Phoenixville |
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 |
XPN Welcomes Guster: A Night of Acoustic Music
Presented by Keswick Theatre at Keswick Theatre March 29, 2012 XPN Welcomes Guster: A Night of Acoustic Music featuring the Guster String Players
Guster represents all that is right about American indie-rock today, music made for the love of music and not a calculating hit making machine. The music is wonderfully textured with harmony and style, fully realized and expertly crafted. . . and totally unpredictable live! |
Keswick Theatre |
03/29/12 |
Keswick Theatre, Glenside |
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Capitol Steps
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Montgomery County Community College |
03/30/12 |
Montgomery County Community College - Science Center Theater, Blue Bell |
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Horticulture Seminar: Unusual Broadleaved Evergreens
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Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College |
03/30/12 |
Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College, Swarthmore |
Point Entertainment presents Leon Redbone
Presented by The Colonial Theatre at The Colonial Theatre March 30, 2012 Leon Redbone returns to the Colonial Theatre with his own special bled of jazz, ragtime and blues. He’s known for his eccentric sense of humor, skilled instrumental talent, and recurrent gags involve the influence of alcohol and claiming to have written works originating well before his time.
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The Colonial Theatre |
03/30/12 |
The Colonial Theatre, Phoenixville |
The Fresh Beat Band
Presented by Keswick Theatre at Keswick Theatre March 30, 2012 The Fresh Beat Band, Nickelodeon's popular preschool music group and stars of the hit TV series of the same name, will hit the road in February 2012 for the first time ever on a 15-week nationwide concert tour. Kiki (Yvette Gonzalez-Nacer), Shout (Thomas Hobson), Marina (Tara Perry), and Twist (Jon Beavers) will perform The Fresh Beat Band hits from seasons one, two and three of the live-action music series that teaches preschoolers about music appreciation and how to express their feelings... |
Keswick Theatre |
03/30/12 |
Keswick Theatre, Glenside |
Collie Club of America: 2012 National
Presented by Collie Club of America at Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks March 24-March 31, 2012 Saturday, March 24, 2012
Herding Trials 1
Scarlets Mill Farm, Birdsboro PA.
Sunday, March 25, 2012
Herding Trials 2
Scarlets Mill Farm, Birdsboro PA.
Monday, March 26, 2012
Agility Trial 1
In The Net, Palmyra, PA
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Agility Trial 2
In The Net, Palmyra, PA
Breed (8:00 am – 12:00) and Judge (1:00 pm – 5:00 pm) Education Seminars at Show Site
Greater Philadelphia Expo Center,... |
Collie Club of America |
03/24/12 -
03/31/12 |
Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks, Oaks |
Real Philly Tour
Presented by Free Tours by Foot at Independence Visitor Center September 19, 2011-March 31, 2012 Philadelphia is proud to present the new All-in-One Philadelphia Tour, a 4-hour tour that takes you beyond historic Independence Mall and introduces you to some of the lesser known sites of this great city. This tour takes place every Saturday and includes the sites and smells of Chinatown, the funkiness of South Street and the Italian Market, and the wonderful artwork of mural mile. It's a combination history, food, culture and mural tour all wrapped into one!
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Free Tours by Foot |
09/19/11 -
03/31/12 |
Independence Visitor Center, Philadelphia |
The Fab Faux
Presented by Keswick Theatre at Keswick Theatre March 31, 2012 The Beatles' White Album was their best-selling album (having gone Platinum 19 times) and the 10th best-selling album of all time in the U.S. Joined by The Hogshead Horns, Crème Tangerine Strings plus special guests, The Fab Faux will blow your mind with this rarely performed show! The show sold out in 2008 in record time, so get your tickets now!
Special post-show meet-and-greet tickets with the band are also available. |
Keswick Theatre |
03/31/12 |
Keswick Theatre, Glenside |
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Winter Wellness Walks
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Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania |
01/07/12 -
03/31/12 |
Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania, 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 |
Freedom Rings Tour - Winter Schedule
Presented by Free Tours by Foot at Independence Visitor Center January 5-March 31, 2012 Freedom Rings in Philly is a two-hour tour that takes you through the cradle of American Democracy, entertaining you and revealing hidden secrets, fun trivia and light hearted anecdotes. The tour focuses on interesting and fun stories of the men and women who defined Philadelphia so many years ago. |
Free Tours by Foot |
01/05/12 -
03/31/12 |
Independence Visitor Center, Philadelphia |
Easter Tatting Workshop
Presented by Pennypacker Mills at Pennypacker Mills March 31, 2012 In this beginner class, learn the basics of tatting while you create a beautiful Easter ornament to take home. A great how-to tatting book, needle and thread will be provided and refreshments will be served. Limited class size.
A confirmation will be sent to each participant along with directions and a site map.
Ages 15+. |
Pennypacker Mills |
03/31/12 |
Pennypacker Mills, Schwenksville |
Women's History Month
Presented by National Constitution Center at National Constitution Center March 1-March 31, 2012 Visitors to the Center this March can participate in a variety of events in honor of Women’s History Month. During the Philadelphia Girl Power show, visitors can learn about the remarkable women who have called Philadelphia home, such as Betsy Ross and Marian Anderson, among others.
During the Women of Power show, visitors will explore extraordinary women throughout history and the issues they faced while trying to secure equal rights.
Visitors also can take a... |
National Constitution Center |
03/01/12 -
03/31/12 |
National Constitution Center, Philadelphia |
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 |
Watson Adventures’ Murder at the Philadelphia Art Museum Scavenger Hunt
Presented by Watson Adventures at Philadelphia Museum of Art March 31, 2012 Join Watson Adventures on a unique murder mystery scavenger hunt for adults!
A murdered curator has left behind a cryptic trail of clues connected with secrets in works of art at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. As your team gathers answers about the art, you begin to piece together a sordid tale about greed, lust, pride, revenge and treachery, all revolving around the museum’s planned multi-million dollar purchase of a Leonardo Da Vinci. The murder victim knew too... |
Watson Adventures |
03/31/12 |
Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia |
Guitarist David Starobin
Presented by Philadelphia Chamber Music Society at Philadelphia Museum of Art April 1, 2012 Arguably the most influential American classical guitarist of the 20th century, David Starobin is equally adept with contemporary compositions and cornerstone Spanish repertoire. The Grammy-nominated guitarist’s Sunday afternoon recital at the Art Museum features works from his most recent CD, Sor & Giuliani, along with his own compositions and lesser-known jewels by Regondi, Rouders and Bland. |
Philadelphia Chamber Music Society |
04/01/12 |
Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia |
The Painterly Voice: Bucks County's Fertile Ground
Presented by James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown at James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown October 31, 2011-April 1, 2012 Bucks County's legacy of excellence in the art of canvas and brush is explored in this major exhibition organized by the Michener Art Museum. From the renowned 19th-century painters Edward Hicks and Martin Johnson Heade, to the gifted masters of landscape painting in the first half of the twentieth century, to the lively and inventive New Hope modernists, The Painterly Voice: Bucks County's Fertile Ground will feature more than 200 works of art by Bucks County's best-known historic... |
James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown |
10/31/11 -
04/01/12 |
James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown, Doylestown |
Free Chinatown Food Tour
Presented by Free Tours by Foot at Independence Visitor Center February 4-April 1, 2012 Meet at the Independence Visitor Center south entrance on the northeast corner of 6th and Market Streets. Look for your guide with Free Tours by Foot logo. Take a tour of mainland China, Hong Kong, Korea and Vietnam with frequent food stops to refuel as we explore this small but might and uniquely Philly Chinatown. With a densely packed wealth of delicious food and rich culture. As journey from "gim sa" or Golden Mountain, Bachelor Society, to the birth... |
Free Tours by Foot |
02/04/12 -
04/01/12 |
Independence Visitor Center, Philadelphia |
Sakura-Matsuri: Cherry Blossom Viewing at Scott Arboretum
Presented by Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College at Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College April 1, 2012 Join Director Claire Sawyers, who lived in Japan for six years, to marvel at our beautiful cherries and learn about their importance to Japanese culture while enjoying sushi, sake, and other refreshments. Afterward, complete your cultural experience with a performance by Tamagawa University in the Lang Music Building at 7 pm. The performance, coordinated through Swarthmore College, is free and open to the public, and seating is first come, first served. Limited to 30. Call 610-328-8025 to... |
Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College |
04/01/12 |
Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College, Swarthmore |
Stand by Me
Presented by The Colonial Theatre at The Colonial Theatre April 7, 2012 “The line between sappy and sweet is a razor-thin one. We’ve all been held hostage by coming-of-age stories that shamelessly cudgel us into sniffling submission. And while they might succeed in making us reach for the Kleenex, we rarely feel good about it afterward. Then there’s a movie like Stand by Me, which gets your tear ducts working honestly.
Based on a Stephen King novella, the film tells the sepia-tinted story of four childhood pals destined to... |
The Colonial Theatre |
04/07/12 |
The Colonial Theatre, Phoenixville |
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 |
Design Zone
Presented by The Franklin Institute at The Franklin Institute January 28-April 12, 2012 What does it take to create a great videogame? How many beats per second does a DJ need to get bodies moving on the dance floor? How do designers create a roller coaster to produce the biggest thrills? Design Zone is organized into three thematic zones, all highlighting the importance of science and mathematical thinking in areas critical to building creativity and innovation: art, music, and engineering. Discover the secrets behind how videogame developers, music producers, roller coaster... |
The Franklin Institute |
01/28/12 -
04/12/12 |
The Franklin Institute, Philadelphia |
Point Entertainment presents Leo Kottke
Presented by The Colonial Theatre at The Colonial Theatre April 13, 2012 “Amazing” and “incredible” are two words often used to describe a Leo Kottke show. Internationally recognized as a master of both the 6 and 12 string guitar, he is widely known for his innovative finger-picking style which draws on influences from blues, jazz, and folk; and his syncopated, polyphonic melodies. Fans of Tommy Emmanuel and Jorma Kaukonen will love Leo Kottke.
Tickets
Gold Circle:... |
The Colonial Theatre |
04/13/12 |
The Colonial Theatre, Phoenixville |
