September 2017

– Music on the Brandywine, Thurs, Oct. 5th, 6:00 pm til 9:00
Advance tickets $12 members, $15 non-members, $8 students, through Wed., Oct 4th. Prices increase the day of performance to $20 members, $25 non-members, $10 students. Purchase ticket on line at http://www.brandywine.org/museum/events
Enjoy an evening of music by a trio of Astral performers featuring Clancy Newman, cello; Rachel Hall, harp and Beomjae Kim, flute.
Museum opens at 6 p.m. Performance begins at 7:30 p.m.
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Program
Beomjae Kim, flute
Clancy Newman, cello
Rachel Lee Hall, harp
Joseph Jongen (1873-1953) Deux Pièces en Trio, Op. 80 (1925)
I: Assez lent
II: Allegro moderato
Vincent Persichetti (1915-1987) Serenade No. 10 for flute and harp, Op. 79
1: Larghetto
2: Allegro comodo
3: Andante grazioso
4: Andante cantabile
5: Allegretto
6: Scherzando
7: Adagietto
8: Vivo
INTERMISSION
Clancy Newman (1977-) Melody, for cello and harp (2016)
Heitor Villa-Lobos (1887-1959) The Jet Whistle, for flute and cello
I: Allegro ma non troppo
II: Adagio
III: Vivo
Maurice Ravel (1875-1937)
(arr. Carlos Salzedo) Sonatine en Trio
I: Modéré
II: Mouvement de minuet
III: Animé

Shops and boutiques are open late on the first Friday of every month to show off their newest seasonal fashions and giftware items. Browse the in-store specials and enjoy complimentary refreshments while you explore the variety of unique items each shop has to offer. For store information and location, see the complete retail directory.

Art shows throughout downtown West Chester are happening tonight! Over 30 one-night-only art shows for you to explore will be open.

This event is rain or shine.

Brought to you by the WCU Foundation.

12-year host of CNN’s Inside Politics, 5-year White House correspondent for NBC News, and current co-anchor for the PBS NewsHour, broadcast journalist Judy Woodruff presents an evening of insights on the Trump Administration, Congress, and changing political landscape. Part of the President’s Speaker Series.

The Annual Chester County Day House Tour is the oldest house tour event in the nation. Experience Chester County’s finest examples of new and historically significant homes. Supports Chester County Hospital. Tickets available at the Chester County Historical Society, 225 North High Street.

Come out and vote for your favorite chili in the 14th Annual Chili Cook-Off hosted by the West Chester Rotary Club. Enjoy games, a decorating booth contest, live music, and over 40 local vendors in addition to some delicious chili made by local participants.

Featuring crowd-pleasing popular hits and forgotten songs of the last four decades, Neil Berg pays an intimate tribute to the compositions and songwriting of musical legends Billy Joel and Elton John.

On October 14th and 15th, Carlino’s West Chester will be celebrating their 10th Anniversary Weekend in style with community gathering, special taste testing from vendors, giveaways and prizes, and of course, delicious food! Come join us all day and help us celebrate our 10th anniversary.

CREATIVE ESCAPES: Brandywine Critters, Wed, Oct. 18, 2017, 6 – 8 pm
$20 members, $25 non-members
Are you seeking a creative outlet but find that your time – and training – are limited? Come to the Brandywine River Museum of Art to unwind, mingle and make a holiday critter! Designed for adults who want to awaken their inner crafter, this workshop will guide participants through simple instructions to create a reindeer and owl using natural materials, drawing inspiration from the famous Brandywine Critters that have been made by volunteers since 1972. No experience necessary. Participants need to bring a glue gun (and are encouraged to bring clippers, scissors, and tweezers); price includes all other materials (including glue sticks) and light refreshments. BYOB!
The workshop will be held in the Critter Workshop on the museum campus; greeters will direct participants in the parking lot. The workshop will open at 5:30 p.m. with the class beginning at 6:00 p.m. Register on line at http://www.brandywine.org/museum/events

The mystery of Dracula unfolds in an old, stone castle set in Europe. Prince Dracula and his bride Elisabeta are madly in love when the Prince is called into battle. Believing that her beloved has been killed, Elisabeta takes her own life. Upon his return, Dracula finds his bride has died, and becomes a madman in his heartbreak. He vows, “never to die,” and terrorizes the lands as a vampire. This tale of love, heartbreak, and the reunion of two lovers will excite, thrill, and intrigue audiences.

TIMES VARY BY DAY:

October 20 – 10am

October 21 – 7pm

October 22 – 2pm

Enjoy the costumes, the kids, and the fun starting at 7pm for the West Chester Halloween Parade. The parade gathers on Market Street between Church & Darlington and continues down Market and up Gay Street. Presented by West Chester Parks and Recreation. FREE.

YouTube sensation and a cappella powerhouse Backtrack will bring a mixed pop program of hits to WCU. Experience everything from today’s latest hits to timeless classics of the 60’s and 70’s.

Kuerner Farm Plein Air Days: Friday, Oct 27, or Sunday, Oct 29, 2017
9:30 am to 4:30 pm, $ 20 members, $ 25, non-members
Purchase tickets on line at http://www.brandywine.org/museum/events

This events repeats on Sunday Oct 29th. Call for either day, or both.
Get all-day access to Kuerner Farm, a National Historic Landmark, where Andrew Wyeth found intriguing subjects for hundreds of tempera paintings, watercolors and drawings for more than 70 years. Artists working in all media are invited to explore the property where they can sketch, paint or photograph and may gain insight into Wyeth’s creative process on an optional guided tour.

Participants will meet at the Brandywine River Museum of Art parking lot at 9:15 a.m. before driving their own vehicles to the farm. Water and bathrooms are available at the site. Participants are responsible for providing all art materials. Event will be held rain or shine.

Best known for hosting the original Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom on Animal Planet, Peter Gros shares his exciting animal world, travel experiences, and timeless tales.

Shop small and help support the small businesses owned by our friends and neighbors. Parking is FREE at meters and in metered lots until 5pm.

Join the fun at the 3rd annual Holiday Market at Grace Winery. Vendors from Thornton Farmers Market, along with area artisans, gather for a night of shopping, music, food, wine and beer. Spend an evening shopping for unique and handcrafted gifts, greenery, decorations and food for your holiday celebrations. No admission, free parking, a community favorite in a historic setting. Don’t miss it!

Avast! The Story Pirates are returning to WCU to perform another wildly hilarious and unpredictable Create-A-Show. Laugh at the hilarious suggestions around you and watch as the Story Pirates bring even the greatest absurdities to life!