On Stage: Free member show at Longwood
Also: The 80s make an amazing comeback at The Keswick
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The Quebec-based progressive folk group Le Vent du Nord will perform a free show for Longwoof Gardens members, Friday.
By far, one of the most interesting musical events to hit the area this summer will take place on August 21 at Longwood Gardens (Route 1, Kennett Square, 610-388-1000, www.longwoodgardens.org).
Jackie Evancho,...
What To Do: Fountains, Fireworks and…ABBA at Longwood
Also: Blues at The Brandywine River Museum and Lanchester Fiddlers Picnic
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Some of the final Fountains and Fireworks shows before the historic Longwood Gardens fountains begin a two-year renovation project will happen late this summer. This week, the music of ABBA is featured.
One of the top summertime attractions in the Brandywine Valley is the annual Festival...
What To Do: Kennett Symphony at Longwood
Also, a ‘peach’ of a festival at Linvilla, Old Fiddlers’ Picnic and more
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The Kennett Symphony of Chester County will present a show titled “Symphony Under the Stars” at 7 p.m. at Longwood Gardens’ Open Air Theatre on Aug. 9.
When certain things get paired together, the result is unbeatable combination — things like fresh ripe peaches...
Shelter dogs part of Longwood production
Delaware Humane Society Animal Caretakers don depression era costumes to appear in the production, ‘Annie,’ and bring attention to adoptable dogs who are available at the Delaware Humane Society. Nancy Castiglione (left) is holding Big Mac while Crystal Castiglione is photographed with Whopper.
KENNETT — Two Chihuahua mix dogs understand Orphan Annie’s quest to find her ‘forever home.’
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Art Watch: Jasmine Alleger
Painting & Collage combines words and images that Pop! plus what’s going on this week in art
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
Painter Jasmine Alleger will be exhibiting this Thursday July 31st at Galer Estate Winery for a Pop up show from 4-8pm. Alleger’s newest series of collage and fine-painting combinations are tied to specific word and image allusions. Her “Behr Premium...
What To Do: Annie, fairs, ice cream and more
Get the beat this weekend, ranging from drum corps to Marley
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Brandywiners, Ltd. will be performing the classic American musical “Annie” at Longwood Gardens, July 25, 26, 31 and Aug. 1.
There’s no need to wait for “Tomorrow.” You can hear the song “Tomorrow” and watch the show “Annie” right now. All you have to do is head to Longwood...
Art Watch: David Katz’s bold and beautiful flying chairs
Plus RockDraw, Fantasy & Abstract, & painting in Longwood
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
Oil painter David Katz will be showing his big, bold and beautiful artwork at Galer Estate Winery Pop up show Thursday July 17th. David works on very large handmade canvases and paints whatever interesting series of images pop into his head. He starts with a large gessoed canvas and then positions...
What To Do: Freedom Fest, Big Bang BBQ
Push away those stormy clouds, there’s lots to do this holiday weekend
By Denny Dyroff, Correspondent, The Times
The Orbitron is just one of many attractions this weekend at Nottingham County Park’s Freedom Fest.
Every year, Independence Day is officially celebrated on July 4. This year, it will also be celebrated on July 5 when Nottingham County Park (150 Park Road, Nottingham, 610-932-2589, www.chesco.org/ccparks) presents...
What To Do: Longwood Concerts, Philly’s 4th and more!
The holiday weekend starts early — a week early, as family-friendly events abound
By Denny Dyroff, Correspondent, The Times
The West Philadelphia Orchestra brings its unique blend of musical styles to Longwood Gardens tonight, kicking off a series of Summer Soirees — an outdoor performance series.
Some things are sure bets — things that you can rely upon — things that will never let...
On Stage: Honey Island Swamp Band born from stormy times
N.O.-based band formed in wake of Katrina at Ardmore, Sat.
By Denny Dyroff, Correspondent, The Times
New Orleans-based Honey Island Swamp Band makes its Delaware Valley debut Saturday night at the Ardmore Music Hall.
When Hurricane Katrina slammed into New Orleans in August 2005, it swept away vehicles, buildings and just about everything in its path — including people. Thousands of the city’s...
