Mothers & More Meeting the 1st Wednesday night of each month at the Upper Main Line YMCA in Berwyn. Join other Chester County / Main Line moms at fun events each month such as Mom's Morning Out, Mom's Night Out, a Book Club, kids' activities, and more. Please visit our chapter's website at www.156mothers.org if you would like to learn more about our group or join us for free at an upcoming meeting.
                               

Swinging Summer Thursdays. Come on down to Gay Street in West Chester and enjoy the live entertainment, great food and festivities at the final Swingin' Summer Thursday event of the summer. The fun takes place on Gay Street beginning at 6:30 pm.  In September, you will hear two great bands -- Scythian and The Barley Boys. 

Chamber University
Manage Self and Others: Interpersonal Effectiveness and Self Empowerment
8:00 – 11:30 am
Presented by: Charles E. Dwyer PhD., Associate Professor University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education
Cost: $60 Members/ $75 Non-Members; The key to your effectiveness – as a business person, as a leader and supervisor starts not with how you manage others, but how you manage yourself to be most effective in your own work and influencing others around that work. Presented in partnership with the University of Pennsylvania.  MLCC Conference Center, 175 Strafford Ave, Suite 130; Wayne, PA 
                      

Radnor Hunt Concourse d'Elegance
September 5 - 7: International car show held at Radnor Hunt. Benefits Thorncroft Riding Academy. Located at 190 Line Road, Malvern, PA; 610-644-1963; www.thorncroft.org. 

Start the weekend right with First Friday in West Chester. Stores open late. It's the perfect time to come to Downtown West Chester and see what's new and what's cool!   You can see all of the First Friday participants by going to the First Friday Directory (there's a bunch!). Print out the page and have a great time as you browse and shop in downtown! Have fun! And remember, First Friday is every month.   

Shadows of West Chester Ghost Tours.  The Shadows of West Chester is a walking tour with tales of ghosts, folklore and history every Friday & Saturday night in September & October. Your guide will lead you on a 90-minute walk through the spooky lanes of downtown neighborhoods where you will explore the place where revolutionary war soldiers died and their spirits still linger, learn of lost souls of the underground railroad, and hear many other stories of phantoms, apparitions and witches. This event is perfect for the entire family.  Click here for complete information. 

Scottish Irish Festival – Green Lane Park
Deep Creek Area – 2144 Snyder Rd, off Route 29 (Rain or Shine)
Friday, September 5^th from 6:00pm – 10:00pm (Concert – Tartan Terrors)
Saturday, September 6^th from 8:45am – 10:00pm
Sunday, September 7^th from 11:00am – 5:00pm
This FREE event will allow families to learn more about the Scottish & Irish cultures through performances of bagpipe bands, Irish & Highland games & competition, Gaelic singers & performers, Highland Cattle, Sheep Dog Trials, story telling, children’s activities, Celtic & Classic American Food vendors & authentic Celtic merchandise.
http://www.glpsifestival.org/ or call 215-234-4528
 

The 24rd Annual Mushroom Festival
September 6 - 7:The Annual Mushroom Festival is a two-day, weekend event in historic Kennett Square, right in the heart of mushroom country. The festival celebrates the mushroom and offers a lot of entertainment, food and fun. Sat. from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Sun. from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Downtown Kennett Square, PA.; www.mushroomfestival.org 

Brandywine Arts Festival
September 6 - 7: Artisans and craftspeople will be on hand offering everything from paintings and prints to pottery and jewelry. Admission. Josephine's Fountain in Brandywine Park, North Park Drive, Wilmington, DE; www.brandywineartsfestival.org 

Chadds Ford Days
September 6 - 7: Visit this annual outdoor fair with a "colonial flair" featuring crafts, antiques and local Brandywine Valley art. Enjoy food by local restaurants, a colonial tavern with rides, games, music and entertainment. Held on the grounds of the Barn Visitors Center. 1736 N. Creek Rd., Chadds Ford, PA; 610-388-7376; www.chaddsfordhistory.org 

Annual Tinicum Park Antiques Show
September 6 - 7: Dealers from Pennsylvania, New York, Maryland and Virginia will display their merchandise for purchase in and around the historic barn and farm buildings in the park. Among the items for sale: furniture, textiles, glassware, paintings, metalwork and an assortment of furnishings and artifacts. Admission. Free parking. Rain or shine. River Road, Erwinna, PA. Call 267-337-0955. 

2008 Doylestown Arts Festival
September 6 - 7: The largest Doylestown festival of the year, brought to the public by the Doylestown Business and Community Alliance and The Thompson Organization. Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The festival features varied artisans, entertainment and activities for the kids. State and Main Streets, West Oakland and Hamilton Sts., Doylestown, PA. Visit www.doylestownalliance.org 

West Chester Growers Market is open every Saturday from 9 to 1, rain or shine, at Chestnut and Church Streets. Go to www.WestChesterGrowersMarket.com for directions and to see special events as well as what's fresh at the market. 

Historic Walking Tours.  Enjoy a guided walking tour through the historic neighborhoods and downtown of West Chester every Saturday morning through October. Your guide will lead you from the historic Lincoln Building on a one-hour tour where you will hear stories of the people and places that made West Chester one of the Distinctive Destinations in America. The tours are perfect for the entire family.  Click on Historic Walking Tours of West Chester for complete information. 

Barclay Friends Festival of Gardens features 25 private gardens in central West Chester from 10 am to 3 pm. It supports the outreach venture of Barclay Friends' horticultural therapy program.  For information, contact Shannon Heverin at Barclay Friends, 610-918-3433, or e-mail gardentour@bf.kendal.org 

Wings & Wheels….New & Old
Saturday, September 6^th from 10:00am to 3:00 pm
Rare & Vintage Aircraft and Classic Car Show at Wings Field in Blue Bell
Lots of kids activities, Velcro wall, moonbounces, experimental aircraft
www.angelflighteast.org or call 800-383-9464

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Every Sunday through September 28th the West Chester Railroad takes a scenic excursion out to Glen Mills station. Pack a lunch and enjoy a picnic at Glen Mills Grove with family and friends. Train departs Market Street station near Matlack at 12:00 Noon. Go to www.WestChesterRR.net for pricing information and special events.

The Cat's Pajamas Brunch at Victory Brewing Company.  Cool cats wear pajamas.  At least they do today when Victory Brewing Company at 420 Acorn Lane in Downingtown, PA, hosts The Cat's Pajamas Brunch to benefit the Chester County SPCA.  Anyone wearing pajamas today at Victory's brunch will help support animals, programs and services at the Chester County SPCA. That's because the award-winning brewery and restaurant will donate 10 percent of brunch bills of pajama-clad patrons to the shelter.  The brunch, which is held from 10 a.m. to noon, features an ala carte menu with items priced between $3 and $14. Menu selections include a variety of omelets including grilled buffalo chicken with tomatoes, scallions, bleu cheese and cheddar, an 11-ounce filet served with eggs and cheddar potatoes, a grilled pineapple, jalapeno and avocado brewery strata, pecan, strawberry or banana Belgian waffles topped with cinnamon and whipped cream, and fresh cinnamon and vanilla infused French toast topped with maple syrup and pistachios.  For more information about The Cat's Pajamas Brunch log onto www.victorybeer.com or call Victory Brewing Company at 610-873-0881 or the Chester County SPCA at 610-692-6113, ext. 215.

Courtyard Concert: Two 4 Blues
Family Book Bingo
Concert: 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Frank Bourque and Ron Smith have been entertaining audiences on the Main Line and in the Philadelphia area for more than 30 years. They bring their own interpretations influenced by all facets of blues styles. Frank and Ron will be accompanied by Connie Bourque on cello and Tony Henriques on bass guitar. No registration is necessary. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held on Sun., Sept. 14.
Family Book Bingo: 2-3:30 p.m.
Registration suggested.
Children K+ and parent/caregiver; families with or without children welcome.
Come for one game or an afternoon of fun, and win book prizes.
To register for programs, visit the library’s circulation desk or call (610) 644-0138. Easttown Library on the Web: www.easttownlibrary.org.
 

Scarecrow Competition and Display at Peddler's Village
September 8 - October 26: Bigger than life scarecrow creations are displayed outdoors and compete for cash prizes. Vote for your favorites! Free admission and parking. Peddler's Village, Routes 202 and 263, Lahaska, PA. Visit www.peddlersvillage.com
 

Living A Life On Purpose Workshops
September 9th from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. Part I
September 23rd from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. Part II
Women’s Resource Center, 113 W. Wayne Avenue, Wayne, PA
Fee: $15 donation to the Women’s Resource Center for each session. Call to register!
**It is not necessary to attend both sessions, but can be helpful!
For More Information and Registration
Telephone: 610-687-6391
www.womensresourcecenter.net

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Cinematheque: The Hospital (1971) at Bryn Mawr Film Institute. Bryn Mawr Film Institute is proud to partner with Bryn Mawr Hospital for the What’s Up, Doc? Film Series, in which the hospital’s physicians offer an enlightening clinical perspective on classic medical films. The opening selection for this series is, aptly, The Hospital, the 1971 Oscar-winning black comedy starring George C. Scott. Arthur Hiller's film is 1hr43min long and will be introduced by Dr. Anthony Coletta, General Surgeon and Head of the Medical Staff.  Click here for more info.
 

Jazz Thursdays at Vincent's Restaurant Jazz and Blues in West Chester.  World class straight-ahead jazz every Thursday from 9:30 pm. Special guests each week. No cover. A must for jazz lovers. Click here for more info.
 

Ghost Tours on the Wilmington & Western Railroad, DE
Friday, September 12^th at 7:00pm
Do you believe in ghosts? If so, then join Delaware Ghost Tours on an evening trip to several locations along our line to search for ghosts and spirits. Local ghost stories will be told throughout the trip. Desserts, water and sodas will be provided on the return trip to Greenbank. Reservations Required.  http://www.wwrr.com/ or call 302.998.1930 

The 100 Motor Cars of Radnor Hunt
Friday, September 12^th at 6:00pm – Welcome BBQ
Saturday, September 13^th
8:00am – Chester County Road Rally
6:30pm – Art Show cocktail Reception
7:30pm – Black Tie Gala
Sunday, September 14^th at 10:00am – 100 Motor Cars of Radnor Hunt
This year The 100 Motorcars of Radnor Hunt is introducing a new element to our Concours weekend. On Sunday, September 14th at noon, a parade of historic carriages will arrive at Radnor Hunt after a spirited drive from the renowned Devon Horse Show Grounds. This wonderful group of horse-drawn coaches will then be displayed directly adjacent to their successors, the motor cars already in place on the concourse field. What better way to introduce these beautiful and significant conveyances from the past than to present them in action with their horses and drivers? We are honored to present these direct ancestors of the automobile to the public at this year's Radnor Hunt Concours d'Elegance.  Rain or shine – An assemblage of 100 of the world’s finest automobiles.  http://www.radnorconcours.org/ or call 610-353-3536

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West Chester Growers Market is open every Saturday from 9 to 1, rain or shine, at Chestnut and Church Streets. Go to WestChesterGrowersMarket.com for directions and to see special events as well as what's fresh at the market. 

Historic Walking Tours.  Enjoy a guided walking tour through the historic neighborhoods and downtown of West Chester every Saturday morning through October. Your guide will lead you from the historic Lincoln Building on a one-hour tour where you will hear stories of the people and places that made West Chester one of the Distinctive Destinations in America. The tours are perfect for the entire family.  Click on Historic Walking Tours of West Chester for complete information. 

2008 JOHNNY APPLESEED ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW at Linvilla Orchards. The Johnny Appleseed Arts & Crafts Show welcomes all local artists and crafts persons to gather and exhibit their work. We’ve be offering this craft show for over 25 years and present over 130 exhibitors for customers to browse a wide variety of woodcrafts, jewelry, photography and much more!  For questions, email artshow@linvilla.com
 

Philadelphia Wedding Style at the Ritz-Carlton in Philadelphia. Brides and grooms to be will have the opportunity to meet with the most prestigious names in the wedding industry at this extraordinary event hosted by The Ritz-Carlton.  Click here for more info.
 

71st Annual Faculty Exhibition at the Main Line Art Center. Main Line Art Center is proud of its award-winning faculty and honored to present this annual exhibition that invites the students and the public to view works by Main Line Art Center's excellent, professional teaching artists. First Friday Opening Reception on Sept. 5 from 6-9 pm is free and open to the public.  Click here for more info.

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Craig Cardiff at Rosemont College - The Grind Café. Sponsored by the Office of Student Activities and the Rosemont College Activities Council, singer/songwriter, Craig Cardiff builds landscapes of sound using live digital loops that bring a hush to the room. Edged, folk, beautiful, melancholy, Cardiff’s songs will break your heart and put it back together.  Click here for more info.

Discovering Dollhouses Exhibit at Chester County Historical Society. Join us for this playful exploration of architectural history, domestic space, miniaturism and nostalgia. The exhibit features outstanding examples of European and American dollhouses made between 1850 and 1950 loaned by local collectors.  Click here for more info.
 

Abraham Lincoln and the Paradox of Greatness at Rosemont College - McShain Auditorium. Lane is Commonwealth Speaker for the Pennsylvania Humanities Council and Research Professor of Social History at Haverford College. He earned a B.A. in History from Yale University, a Ph.D. in History from Harvard University, and a Doctor of Humane Letters from Haverford College. He has received numerous awards, has written several prize-winning books, and has frequently appeared in television documentaries about American history.  Click here for more info. 

Tree Tenders Basic Training at Springfield Township Building.  Join PHS for nine hours of hands-on training that will cover tree biology, identification, planting, proper care, and working with your community.  Click here for more info.
 

College Admissions Panel
Thurs., Sept. 18, 7-9 p.m.
Registration suggested.
College applications weighing on your mind? High schoolers and their parents will gain insiders' knowledge about the admissions process during this program. Attendees are welcome to attend one or all of the half-hour sessions. The final half-hour will be open for questions and discussion with the presenters.
“The College Search Starts Within” – 7-7:30 p.m.
To register for programs, visit the library’s circulation desk or call (610) 644-0138. Easttown Library on the Web: www.easttownlibrary.org. 

NEWCOMERS CLUB KICK-OFF LUNCHEON
New to Wayne, PA or a nearby community? Are you a long-time resident interested in connecting with some new women friends? The Newcomers Club of the Upper Main Line is a social women's organization which offers dozens of activities including bridge, mah jongg, theatre groups, golf, community service and more.  For more information, visit the website at www.ncuml.org. For reservations to come to the lunch, contact Jo Cooper at 610-983-4961, Pat Conrad at 610-935-2773.
 

Seussical the Musical at The Players Club of Swarthmore.  Dr. Seuss' classic characters get a new twist and prove they're as timeless as they are lovable in this musical from Tony-winners Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty.  Click here for more info.

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West Chester Growers Market is open every Saturday from 9 to 1, rain or shine, at Chestnut and Church Streets. Go to WestChesterGrowersMarket.com for directions and to see special events as well as what's fresh at the market. 

Historic Walking Tours.  Enjoy a guided walking tour through the historic neighborhoods and downtown of West Chester every Saturday morning through October. Your guide will lead you from the historic Lincoln Building on a one-hour tour where you will hear stories of the people and places that made West Chester one of the Distinctive Destinations in America. The tours are perfect for the entire family.  Click on Historic Walking Tours of West Chester for complete information.

APPLE FESTIVAL & PIE EATING CONTEST at Linvilla Orchards. Bring your whole family for a fun filled day!  An incredible assortment of our own crisp, juicy Apples to sample! Hayrides, pony rides, face painting, children's entertainment, Johnny Appleseed’s Birthday Cake, costumed characters, games & contests, music, apple treats and recipes, candy apples, Pick-Your-Own Apples and lunch at the Linvilla Grill. Special Guest appearances by:
11:30 Elmo
1:00 Dora the Explorer & Diego
2:30 Scooby Doo

Courtyard Concert: Stephen DiJoseph
Easttown Library
Sat., Sept. 20, 3-4 p.m.
No registration required.
Multi-genre musician Stephen DiJoseph will perform a family-friendly concert in the library's outdoor courtyard. Mr. DiJoseph's music has been featured on the radio show Echoes, and he has been a frequent guest on Gene Shay's Folk Show on WXPN. He has opened for such notables as Billy Jonas, Los Lobos and Greg Brown. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held inside the library. To register for programs, visit the library’s circulation desk or call (610) 644-0138. Easttown Library on the Web: www.easttownlibrary.org.

Tredyffrin Historic Preservation Trust’s
4th Annual Historic House Tour
Saturday, September 20, 2008
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Rain or Shine; Tickets: $35
Tredyffrin Township
The historic homes and gardens will be open from 1 to 5 PM on Saturday, September 20, rain or shine. Each historic home on the tour will be staffed by knowledgeable guides and house tour admission will include individual house history with map and parking details. Tickets are $35 and must be purchased in advance; no tickets sold at the door. Tickets are available online at www.tredyffrinhistory.org using your credit card or download an order form from the webpage and mail with your check to Tredyffrin Historic Preservation Trust, PO Box 764, Devon, PA 19333-0764. All proceeds benefit the rebuilding effort of the Jones Log Barn as a Regional Education History Center.  Questions, call Pattye Benson at 610.644.6759, or visit www.tredyffrinhistory.org
 

Restaurant Festival in Downtown West Chester. Enjoy a day of sampling the culinary treasures of Chester County's finest restaurants from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM!  Rain Date: Sunday, September 28, 2008

Afternoon with the Generals from 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.  Paoli Battlefield Preservation Fund (PBPF) benefits from this great afternoon at the historic General Warren Inn. Call Dennis Kane at 484 686 5255 for more information and to get your tickets today!!
                                

A Taste of Tradition at Mortons Steakhouse – Philadelphia. This beer tasting event featuring Chimay Belgian Trappist ale along with Morton’s signature hors d’oeuvres benefits the Make-A-Wish Foundation®.  The tasting includes three of Belgium’s finest brews, crafted by the Trappist Monks of the Abbey de Scourmont—Chimay Premiere, Chimay Grand Reserve, and Chimay Cinq Cents. These are then paired with Morton’s signature hors d’oeuvres, including tuna tartare canapés, petite filet mignon sandwiches, sliced smoked salmon, and Morton’s Legendary Hot Chocolate Cake.  Click here for more info. 

Bavaria at West Chester University - Sykes Building. Filmmakers extraordinaire Fran and Brooke Reidelberger offer a fun-filled digital show on Bavaria. The span is over time and space. Using archival footage they show the re-birth of Munich after World War II and then capture the spirit of Munich today at the city's world renowned Oktoberfest. Join us for the Romantic Road, the Bavarian Forest, Mad Ludwig's castles, and the tourist town trilogy of Mittenwald, Oberammergau, and Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Dachau!  Click here for more info.

Dressage at Devon. This year, the 34th annual Dressage at Devon Horse Show will be held September 23rd through 28th at the Devon Horse Show grounds in Devon, Pennsylvania. Olympic medalist Robert Dover calls Dressage at Devon “the standard by which all American horse shows should be judged.” More than 700 horses are expected to compete with an anticipated 35,000 spectators.  Click here for more info.

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Pottsgrove After Dark.  Eighteenth century homes were lit by fireplace, lamp or candlelight. There were no nightlights, streetlights or luminous numbers on the VCR. Moving about after dark with only the aid of a candle would likely have made the scurrying of vermin and things that go “bump” in the night much more frightening. Take a guided tour through our colonial manor after dark and experience the house as it would have been in the 18th century. Afterwards, stop in the garden for a reading of ghost stories.  Click here for more info.
 

Discovering Tea at The Lincoln Room.  What is the difference between Black, Green and White Teas? Why do you curl your pinky when you hold a cup? Learn about the cuisine of tea while enjoying loose leaf teas with tea sandwiches and sweet delights at "Discovering Tea", a class offered by The Lincoln Room (28 West Market St., West Chester, 610-696-2102) and sponsored by the Chester County Night School.   The class is from 7-9 pm and is limited to 20 participants. Call 610-696-2102 for more information.
 

Harvest Dinner Celebration at Longwood Gardens. Join Longwood Gardens to celebrate and savor locally produced foods. Cocktails in the Idea Garden followed by a multi-course sit down dinner in the Ballroom at Longwood Gardens. Proceeds benefit Pennsylvania Association for Sustainable Agriculture (PASA).  Click here for more info.

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2008 New Hope Outdoor Arts & Crafts Festival
September 27 - 28: This 15th annual event highlights the work of premiere artists and artisans specializing in photography, watercolors, oils, pastels, pen and ink drawings, silver and gold jewelry, ceramics, wearable art, glass, wood, and furniture. Held rain or shine. Free.
Visit www.newhopechamber.com 

West Chester Growers Market is open every Saturday from 9 to 1, rain or shine, at Chestnut and Church Streets. Go to WestChesterGrowersMarket.com for directions and to see special events as well as what's fresh at the market. 

Historic Walking Tours.  Enjoy a guided walking tour through the historic neighborhoods and downtown of West Chester every Saturday morning through October. Your guide will lead you from the historic Lincoln Building on a one-hour tour where you will hear stories of the people and places that made West Chester one of the Distinctive Destinations in America. The tours are perfect for the entire family.  Click on Historic Walking Tours of West Chester for complete information. 

Family Day at Sprinton Manor Farm.  Kick off the fall harvest at the Springton Manor Farm. Come Sing, dance and play down on the farm.  For more information about the event call 610-344-6415 or visit our Web Site.  $5 parking fee.

Community Shredding Event
Easttown Library
Sat., Sept. 27, 9 a.m.-noon
The Easttown Library Foundation and ProShred, Inc., will once again host a Community Shredding Event to benefit the library. ProShred will be on site to securely shred confidential documents. Free RISCs (residential information security containers) will be available at the library through September. The Foundation requests a $10 donation for each RISC box shredded (or two grocery bags). No early drop-offs will be accepted.
 

Pennsylvania Symphonic Wind Band Concert
Valley Forge Military Academy – Mellon Hall – 1001 Eagle Rd. Wayne
Sunday, September 28^th at 3:00pm
The performance is free and open to the public. Donations are welcomed, and will be designated to support the VFMA&C Regimental Band and Herald Trumpets trip to England to lead and march in the London Day Parade on January 1, 2009.
The "Pennsylvania Symphonic Wind Band" is made up of top musicians from the Philadelphia area who have shown an interest in playing wind band repertoire of a more advanced level. The musical program for the evening will be made up of classical, movie and more modern music. This completely new venture, formed by WO2 Bandmaster Phil Evans, R.M. (Ret.), is the only band of its kind in the area that is not considered a community style band. 610-989-1300

City Rhythm Orchestra: Satchmo and the Duke
Tickets: $25 / $20 for members.
* Sun, Sep 28, 7:00 pm
THE COLONIAL THEATRE
227 Bridge Street
Phoenixville, PA 19460
610/917-1228 Phone
610/917-0509 Fax
www.thecolonialtheatre.com
The 15-piece City Rhythm Orchestra returns to the Colonial to present “Satchmo and the Duke” - the music of jazz pioneers Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington. Louis Armstrong’s amazing technical abilities, inventive improvisation, and personal exuberance came to define jazz itself. He is clearly the father of this American classical music. The City Rhythm Orchestra’s first set will highlight classics from his 50 year career featuring band’s talented trumpet players. While “Satchmo” established jazz as a unique musical genre, Duke Ellington raised it to an art form.
 

Autumn's Colors at Longwood Gardens. Celebrate the harvest season amid the glowing reds, brilliant golds and bright oranges of nature’s foliage. Gorgeous gourds, giant pumpkins, thousands of blooming chrysanthemums, tasty autumnal treats and music throughout the gardens complement this fun fall festival. Click here for more info.

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Ludwig’s Corner Horse Show & Country Fair
Intersection of Routes 100 & 401
Monday, September 30^th from 8:00am - 6:00pm
In addition to exciting equestrian competition, hours of fun for all ages will be provided by the Country Fair, which features a selection of mechanical and stationary rides for children, games, and delicious food. Don't forget the  “Shops at Ludwig’s Corner,” a collection of  local and national vendors. Guests will be able to shop for everything from fudge to teak furniture, fine art to fashions, and show souvenirs to equestrian supplies.  http://www.ludwigshorseshow.org or call 610-458-3344

Malvern Fall Festival for the Arts. The town of Malvern is hosting its Annual Fall Festival for the Arts. This year pet activities in Burke Park have been added. Sunday, October 5, 2008. This exciting annual event will feature an extensive array of juried arts and crafts, live entertainment for adults and children and food vendors. Additionally, the shop owners in Malvern will have their own booths in front of their stores introducing both newcomers and the town regulars to their diverse wares. The festival commitee is looking for volunteers to participate in this event. Please contact us by email at malvernfest@aol.com if you wish to contribute to the success of this event.

Barley Sheaf Players
810 N. Whitford Road
Lionville, PA 19353
610-363-7075
Treasure Island
Friday, September 5, 2008 @ 8:00 pm
Saturday, September 6, 2008 @ 8:00 pm
Friday, September 12, 2008 @ 8:00 pm
Saturday, September 13, 2008 @ 8:00 pm
Sunday, September 14, 2008 @ 2:00 pm
Friday, September 19, 2008 @ 8:00 pm
Saturday, September 20, 2008 @ 8:00 pm 

Hedgerow Theatre
64 Rose Valley Road
Media, PA 19063
610-565-4211
Driving Miss Daisy
Click here for more info on performance times 

People's Light and Theatre Company - Main Stage
39 Conestoga Road
Malvern, PA 19355
610-644-3500
The Persians
Click here for more info on performance times

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Philadelphia Museum of Art
June 22 - December 7: Multiple Modernities: India 1905-2005
July 12 - October 19: Calder Jewelry
July 19 - October 26: American Folk Painting
September 16 - December 14: Gee's Bend: The Architecture of the Quilt
26th Street and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA.
Visit www.philamuseum.org

Events at Sesame Place
September 5: Friday Nights - Summer Nights Series
Langhorne, PA. Visit www.sesameplace.com

Camden Children's Garden
September 13 - 14: Hefty Harvest and Scary Scarecrows Family Festival
3 Riverside Drive, Camden, NJ.
Visit www.camdenchildrensgarden.org

‘Seussical’ the Musical
The Players Club, 614 Fairview Rd (off route 320)
September 11^th, 12^th, 13^th, 14^th
September 18^th, 19^th, 20^th, 21^st,
September 25^th, 26^th, & 27^th
Thursday, Friday, and Saturday performances are at 8:00 PM
Sunday matinees are at 2:00 PM Suitable in language and subject matter for all audiences - Maybe our parents read them to us. Maybe we read them with our kids. Maybe both! Dr. Seuss' classic characters get a new twist and prove they're as timeless as they are lovable in this musical from Tony-winners Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty.
 http://pcstheater.org/ or call 610-328-4271

Barns-Brinton House
U.S. Route 1, Chadds Ford, PA. Dating from the 1720s, the Barns-Brinton House is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a contributing element of the Brandywine Battlefield National Historic Landmark. Open weekends, May through September, 1 to 5 p.m., and for group tours by appointment. $5 admission is good for the John Chads House, Springhouse, Barn Visitors Center and the Barns-Brinton House. For more information, call 610-388-7376.

Brandywine Battlefield Park
U.S. Route 1, Chadds Ford, PA. The site of the largest engagement of the Revolution, this 50-acre park now hosts picnics and tours. The museum houses an array of battlefield artifacts. Visit the Quaker stone farmhouses that served as Washington’s headquarters and Lafayette’s quarters. For more information, call 610-459-3342.

Brandywine River Museum
U.S. Route 1, Chadds Ford, PA. Housed in a century grist mill, the museum has an immense collection of American and regional art including still lifes, landscapes and illustration. The preeminent gallery of Wyeth family art, the museum also provides a tour of the adjacent Wyeth family home and studio. For more information, call 610-388-2700.

William Brinton 1704 House & Historic Site
21 Oakland Road, West Chester, PA. This restored eighteenth-century Quaker home, designated a National Historic Landmark, details the life of one Quaker family through restored living quarters and a collection of period furniture and artifacts. Open for guided tours, May through Oct. or by appointment. For more information, call 610-399-0913.

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Chanticleer
786 Church Road, Wayne, PA. This 35-acre pleasure garden offers a variety of garden scenes, from the ornate Teacup Gardens, contemplative Ruin Garden and the exotic Asian Woods. Two gracious homes provide the backdrop to the myriad of fountains, hills, lawns and gardens. Open Wed. through Sun. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., April through October. Also open Fri. until 8 p.m., May through August. For more information call, 610-687-4163.

The Christian C. Sanders Museum
Route 100, just north of U.S. Route 1, Chadds Ford, PA. Displaying historical pieces from Sanders personal collection, including antique toys, ephemera, cannonballs and other war relics, as well as early works of the Wyeth family. Open Sat. and Sun. 1 to 4:30 p.m. or by appointment. For more information, call 610-388-6545.

Clover Mill Farm
1439 Clover Mill Road, Chester Springs, PA. This vineyard and winery located at the historic Rice-Pennebecker Farm along the Pickering Creek offers tours and tasting in the wine cottage. Sat. and Sun. 12 to 4 p.m. For more information, visit www.clovermillfarm.com

Downingtown Log House
Route 30, Downingtown, PA. Built in the early 1700s along the banks of the Brandywine and now located in Kerr Park, the oldest building in Downingtown has been restored and now serves as both one of the few examples of very early American European settlements and as a museum displaying local artifacts. For more information, call 610-269-7619.

The Finley House
113 West Beech Tree Lane, Wayne, PA. Now the headquarters of the Radnor Historical Society, the houses core room dates to 1789, with nineteenth-century additions. Now a museum, the home features an 1840 Victorian bedroom, with an elaborate turn-of-the-century dollhouse, front and back parlors furnished late 1880s, museum room, library, archives and wagon house with authentic Conestoga wagon. Open Tues. and Sat. 2 to 5 p.m. and by appointment. For more information call, 610-688-2668.

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French Creek State Park
Elverson, PA. Forested hills abundant with wildlife and two lakes for boating and sailing, the park offers over 40 miles of hiking trails, fishing, hunting, campgrounds and cabin rentals. For more information, call 610-582-9680.

Hibernia County Park
1 Park Road, Wagontown, PA. Just north of Coatesville, the park offers over 1,000 acres of woodlands, meadows and fishing areas. Hibernia Mansion is open to the public for tours on Sunday afternoons, from Memorial Day through Labor Day. For more information, call 610-383-3812.

Historic Homes of the Graystone Society
Coatesville, PA. Set in the Lukens Historic District, the society offers tours of its historic mansions, including Terracin, an 1850 country gothic house, and Graystone, a late nineteenth-century collegiate gothic estate. For more information, call 610-384-9282.

Historic Waynesborough
2049 Waynesborough Road, Paoli, PA. The Georgian-style manor house was the residence of key Revolutionary War figure, General Anthony Wayne. Museum, home and grounds are available for tours. For more information, call 610-647-1779.

Historic Yellow Springs
Art School Road, just of Route 113, Chester Springs, PA. 140 acres of open space and 14 historic buildings, including the preserved ruins of the first American military hospital, 18th-century mineral spa and modern era movie studio. Guided group tours by reservation. For more information, call 610-827-7414.

Hopewell Furnace
2 Mark Bird Lane, Elverson, PA. Established in 1771, Hopewell remains one of the few examples of a nineteenth-century iron plantation. Consisting of a blasthouse, restored ironmasters mansion, worker homes, blacksmith shop and functioning waterwheel, the site can be toured throughout the year. For more information, call 610-582-8773.

Edith P. Moore Lionville Schoolhouse & the Uwchlan Meeting House
19 North Village Avenue (off of Dowlin Forge Road), Exton, PA. Built in 1859, the Lionville Schoolhouse served as a public school for over 100 years and operates as township museum. The Society of Friends built the Uwchlan Meeting House in 1756. Both buildings are open the first Sunday of the month from April through Nov. For more information, call 610-363-9450.

Paper Mill House Museum
Paper Mill and St. Davids Roads, Newtown Square, PA. This restored nineteenth-century mill workers house is now a museum exhibiting Native American artifacts and antique tools. Open Saturdays in July and August. For more information, call 610-356-9126.

World of Scouting Museum
Campus of the Washington Memorial Chapel, Route 23, Valley Forge, PA. Housed in a rustic log cabin is one of the largest U.S. collections of scouting memorabilia. Admission. Open weekends from 12 to 5 p.m. For more information, call 610-783-5311.

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