Exhibit Open Saturdays and Sundays, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Lansdowne’s Homecoming Celebrates LGBTQIA+ Domesticity, Joy, and Resilience in Uncertain Times The LEDC’s Art Committee invites you to view Homecoming, Curated by Meg Wolensky, at the 20*20 Gallery in Lansdowne, PA. Light refreshments will be served. Homecoming brings together 20 artists from the Greater Philadelphia...
Performances Wednesdays through Sundays until May 25 Here is Rydell High's senior class of 1959: duck-tailed, hot-rodding "Burger Palace Boys" and their gum-snapping, hip-shaking "Pink Ladies" in bobby sox and pedal pushers, evoking the look and sound of the 1950s in this rollicking musical. Head "greaser" Danny Zuko and new (good) girl Sandy Dumbrowski try...
Welcome spring with “Hao Bang Ah! Snake,” an original puppet show featuring the 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac presented by artists of the internationally acclaimed Chinese Theatre Works, from New York City. There will also be tasty dumplings, craft-making activities, and an interactive Q & A with the artists in a hands-on puppet demonstration...
Orchestra Concordia’s Free Community Concert will feature Philadelphia Orchestra double bass soloist Michael Franz in Bottesini’s Concerto No. 2 for bass. Sibelius’ Finlandia and Tchaikovsky’s 5th Symphony are also on the program conducted by international award-winning conductor Jiannan Cheng. Learn More
Have you ever wanted to grow mushrooms? Now you can and all you need are some used coffee grinds. No need to bring anything but yourself as you will be equipped with your own mushroom growing kit. More Information
In this workshop we will explore the techniques and benefits of applying cold wax medium to oil paint. Students will mix palettes and apply to surfaces using rollers and squeegees, building layers of history and making marks, while learning solvent lifts and other techniques unique to the medium. Beginner to advanced artists welcome to join!...
In this workshop, you’ll be able to assemble and finish a birdhouse that you get to take home with you! You’ll get to learn all the woodshop techniques that go into this process with the help of our instructor Pete Hanchette! No prior experience necessary. More Information
Get ready for a night of fast, funny, and totally unscripted comedy with The Delco Improv Company—a team of top-notch improvisers from ComedySportz Philadelphia who live in and breathe Delaware County! More Information and Tickets
Come join us for a fun and creative workshop where you will learn how to make sculptures using found objects! Bring your imagination and get ready to turn everyday items into unique pieces of art. This hands-on workshop is perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike. Feel free to bring your own collection of random...
Welcome to Knife Sharpening and Cutting Boards Workshop! Join us for a hands-on experience where you’ll learn how to properly sharpen your Knives . This workshop is perfect for beginners looking to improve their kitchen skills or for seasoned chefs wanting to sharpen their techniques. More Information
Designed to showcase Lansdowne’s ongoing commitment to the arts, the Lansdowne Arts on the Avenue Festival annually features 70+ juried artists, live music, performances, demonstrations, activities for the kids, food trucks and a beer garden. Founded in 2003 by the Lansdowne Economic Development Corporation, the festival now celebrates 21 years of showcasing art and crafts...
Keep MUSIC Alive is partnering with the Kelly Center for Music & Arts in Havertown to host the 2nd Annual Delco Gives Telethon on Sunday, May 4th from 1 to 9 PM. This 8-hour fundraising telethon will benefit both Keep Music Alive & Kelly Center 501c3 organizations and will be counted towards these organizations participation in...
Keep MUSIC Alive is partnering with the Kelly Center for Music & Arts in Havertown to host the 2nd Annual Delco Gives Telethon on Sunday, May 4th from 1 to 9 PM. This 8-hour fundraising telethon will benefit both Keep Music Alive & Kelly Center 501c3 organizations and will be counted towards these organizations participation...
Holst’s monumental masterpiece, The Planets forms the centerpiece of this celebratory program on Sunday, May 4 in Neumann University’s Meagher Theater. Also on the program is the winner of the Delaware County Symphony Youth Concerto Competition, Kwanyun Loo. The concert opens with a flourish of theatrical drama in Louise Farrenc’s Overture No. 1. Next, cellist...
Bluegrass Slow Jam at the Kelly Center. FREE. Second and Fourth Tuesdays. 7 to 8:30pm. Ever been to a Bluegrass Jam but just can’t keep up? Do you know how to play an instrument and would like to play with other people? Join us 2nd and 4th Tuesday nights for the Bluegrass Slow Jam at the...
As a part of the Delco Gives Day kick-off celebration, Breaking Bread Community Shelter is hosting a Delco Gives Day Fundraiser at Media Theatre on May 7th, 2025! "We will be screening the movie The Public. We'll have a raffle and prize drawing, and refreshments. After the movie, we can join the Delco Gives Day...
These studio classes are designed to strengthen your student’s creativity and skills in working with a variety of art materials. Students can bring their own creative ideas then make those ideas come to life with the guidance of our teaching artist. Our teaching artist can also provide suggestions and ideas to get started, and demonstrate...
Musicians Open Mic Night – Singers and Musicians Welcome Musicians Open Mic Night happens the first and third Wednesdays of the month. Event hours from 7PM to 9PM. Sign ups begin at 6:30 at the door. Please note this night is for music only. There are other events at the Kelly Center for comedy and...
The Pink Palette Project at Main Line Art Center is an art group dedicated to raising awareness and spreading hope, where creativity and courage come together to support those at any stage in their breast cancer journey. We meet every second Thursday of the month for a fresh, inspiring art lesson led by one of...
A traditional Irish session, open to all players and lovers of Irish dance music.
MAC Original Playreading Series: ‘Cause It's My Birthday, B*tch! by Michael Roche Thursday, May 8th Reading begins 7:30 PM Tickets $10 Location: Media Fellowship House About the Play Andrew’s wish to happily celebrate his birthday is upended when his estranged brother Ryan re-enters his life like a tornado, asking to crash on his couch for...
We teach the journey from rocks to gems to jewelry. Come visit us at our Education Center in Brookhaven and watch our instructors and students demonstrate stone cutting (cabbing and faceting), jewelry making, lampworking and more. More Information
Media Theatre Youth Ensemble presents Alice in Wonderland Jr. Performances at 10 AM Fridays and at 11 AM Saturdays and Sundays, May 10 - May 25 This engaging musicalization of the well-known classic has toured with enormous success and has grown in popularity since its publication. The journey of Alice through the mirror to the...
Ready to unleash your creativity? Join us at the Makerspace for a hands-on Sublimation workshop! Learn the basics of sublimating and heat pressing while crafting adorable tote bags. Topics include Sawgrass Printer and heatpress equipment introduction, safety, file download, prep, and execution. Complete this class and get signed off to use the heat press andto...
Welcome to the Contemplative Mixed Media Workshop! This workshop is all about exploring different art mediums in a contemplative and mindful way. We will be focusing on the process rather than the product and this is for all skill levels and backgrounds! More Information
“Extra! Extra! Live on Air: His Girl Friday Returns as a Radio Play Extravaganza!” Its the bustling newsroom of the 1940s with a fast-talking, headline-chasing radio play adaptation of the classic screwball comedy His Girl Friday! Join us for an evening of rapid-fire wit, charm, and high-stakes journalism as star reporter Hildy Johnson goes head-to-head...
Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn to assemble your very own slab sushi plates! Our experienced instructor Pete Han will guide you through the process step by step. This is a great opportunity to get creative and make something unique for your next sushi night. No prior experience is necessary - just...
Representing two of the premier youth orchestras in the area, the Delaware County Youth Orchestras have a rich history of concert performances, many featuring prominent soloists. These concerts have provided our students with incomparable learning experiences. Mothers Day ConcertSunday, May 11, 2025, 4:00 pm Strath Haven High School 205 S Providence Rd Wallingford PA,...
Representing three of the premier youth ensembles in the area, the Delaware County Youth Orchestras have a rich history of concert performances, many featuring prominent soloists. These concerts provide our students with incomparable learning experiences. More Information
The Park Avenue Concert Series at the PAC Center closes its 2024-2025 season with a performance of one of classical music’s greatest masterworks: the Sextet in G Major by Johannes Brahms. Featuring favorite performers of the series, this concert includes the Park Avenue Concerts debuts of Philadelphia Orchestra members MuChien Hsieh, Priscilla Lee, and Kerri...
by Celine Song directed by Kalina Ko May 13 - Jun 1, 2025 On the Korean island of Man-Jae, three Haenyeo—fascinating sea women—spend their dying days diving into the ocean to harvest seafood. On the island of Manhattan, a Korean-Canadian playwright, wrestles with both the expectation that she write authentic stories and her own...
Bruce Mowday, an award-winning author and newspaper reporter, has been a journalist for more than 20 years. He is the author of more than 25 books on history, sports, business, and true crime. Most recently, he is a consulting producer with Lionsgate/Blackfin productions in connection with a documentary on his new book “A Killer at...
Come join us for joyful community contra dancing every 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month. *For more information click here! Featuring live musicians and skilled callers who will teach each dance beforehand then prompt it while you're dancing. What is contra dancing? It's social dancing with everyone dancing the same pattern again and again...
A welcoming jam for those who want to play bluegrass style music. Novices to seasoned players should bring their fiddles, banjos, mandolins, guitars, or other instruments. Listeners and BYOB welcome. Free for all. Hosted by Adam Silverman. More Information
These studio classes are designed to strengthen your student’s creativity and skills in working with a variety of art materials. Students can bring their own creative ideas then make those ideas come to life with the guidance of our teaching artist. Our teaching artist can also provide suggestions and ideas to get started, and demonstrate...
Meet the artist and founder Devon Walls at this open studio event. Open 4:00-9:00 PM More Information
Pull up a chair, bring your instrument or just your ears for listening or your hands for clapping. All are welcome at the Song Circle. This welcoming jam is free for all. The song circle happens every Thursday and is held at the Park Avenue Community Center, 129 Park Avenue in Swarthmore. Hosted by Lee...
It’s the bustling newsroom of the 1940s with a fast-talking, headline-chasing radio play adaptation of the classic screwball comedy His Girl Friday! Join us for an evening of rapid-fire wit, charm, and high-stakes journalism as star reporter Hildy Johnson goes head-to-head with her ex-husband and editor, Walter Burns, in a love-hate race against the clock....
Get special 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 the iconic setting. One of Brandywine's knowledgeable interpreters...
Step into a world where fashion meets art, sustainability, and healing. The Sarah Tremain Pop-Up Shop at Utility Works' Kiosk Gallery features a curated collection of sustainable, one-of-a-kind garments and accessories, each printed with artwork by Tremain Smith. This special event offers more than beautiful, ethically made clothing; it is a space for connection, creativity,...
The Park Avenue Community Center is excited to welcome professional dancers Sharon Friedler and Jon Sherman as the next featured guests in our popular speaker series, Rotary Arts Conversations. Join us for an in-depth discussion with this husband and wife team whose mastery spans ballet, African, tap and modern dance, and have now focused their...
Join artist Clair Oaks for this month’s “play-shop,” a fun and playful workshop, and explore how developing a Creative Practice can keep your nervous system calm and restore your innate joy. Clair will share ideas and lead you through self inquiry to help you discover what makes you YOU! No prior creativity experience necessary. All...
Spring Concerts - An Elvis Tribute Saturday, May 17, 2025 - 4:00 p.m. Sunday, May 18, 2025 - 4:00 p.m. Admission to all concerts is free. Seating is limited and on a first-come, first-served basis. Lang Music Building at Swarthmore College GPS address: 6 Whittier Place, Swarthmore, PA 19081 Parking is available in the Dupont...
The LEDC’s Art Committee warmly invites you to join us for a special Curators Talk and Tour of Homecoming, an exhibition celebrating the layered realities of LGBTQIA+ domestic life, on Saturday, May 17, from 6-7.30 PM at the 20*20 Gallery in Lansdowne, PA. Light refreshments will be served. Curated by Meg Wolensky, Homecoming brings together...
Come hear holiday favorites, Broadway tunes, and classical and modern pieces.
Bryan McDowell is one of the most versatile and electrifying musicians in the American acoustic scene. He’s been the quintessential utility player for the talents of Molly Tuttle, Cris Jacobs, Claire Lynch, John McEuen, Sierra Hull, and others, where he contributed multi-instrumentalism and sweet tenor harmony. But his first solo effort documents a substantive shift. It...
Get special 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 the iconic setting. One of Brandywine's knowledgeable interpreters...
Join us for a hands-on experience where you'll learn how to glaze and finish your very own slab sushi dish. This workshop is perfect for beginners and experienced potters alike. For those who have attended the Sushi Dish Assembly Workshop, you will be glazing/finishing the dishes you created from that class. For those who did...
Spring Concerts - An Elvis Tribute Saturday, May 17, 2025 - 4:00 p.m. Sunday, May 18, 2025 - 4:00 p.m. Admission to all concerts is free. Seating is limited and on a first-come, first-served basis. Lang Music Building at Swarthmore College GPS address: 6 Whittier Place, Swarthmore, PA 19081 Parking is available in the Dupont...
Bluegrass Slow Jam at the Kelly Center. FREE. Second and Fourth Tuesdays. 7 to 8:30pm. Ever been to a Bluegrass Jam but just can’t keep up? Do you know how to play an instrument and would like to play with other people? Join us 2nd and 4th Tuesday nights for the Bluegrass Slow Jam at the...
These studio classes are designed to strengthen your student’s creativity and skills in working with a variety of art materials. Students can bring their own creative ideas then make those ideas come to life with the guidance of our teaching artist. Our teaching artist can also provide suggestions and ideas to get started, and demonstrate...
Musicians Open Mic Night – Singers and Musicians Welcome Musicians Open Mic Night happens the first and third Wednesdays of the month. Event hours from 7PM to 9PM. Sign ups begin at 6:30 at the door. Please note this night is for music only. There are other events at the Kelly Center for comedy and...
Pull up a chair, bring your instrument or just your ears for listening or your hands for clapping. All are welcome at the Song Circle. This welcoming jam is free for all. The song circle happens every Thursday and is held at the Park Avenue Community Center, 129 Park Avenue in Swarthmore. Hosted by Lee...
Lansdowne Folk Club presents Philly native and folk/rock/bluesman Chris Kasper on Thursday, May 22, 2025. Held at the Twentieth Century Club, 84 S. Lansdowne Avenue, Lansdowne, PA, doors open at 7:00 PM and show begins at 7:30 PM. Tickets are $20 when purchased in advance online or with an advanced phone reservation and $25 without...
Elle Woods appears to have it all. Her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle ingeniously charms her way into the prestigious law school. While there, she struggles with peers, professors and her ex. With the support of some...
he LEDC’s Art Committee invites you to join us for a Panel Discussion with select artists from Homecoming on Saturday, May 24, from 5-6.30 PM at the 20th Century Club in Lansdowne, PA. This panel discussion will be facilitated by curator, Meg Wolensky, and focus on how the included artists have used their art to...
Join Audrey Uchimoto, a local healing intuitive, as she leads us in an immersive and transformative experience of Sound Meditation, also known as a Sound Bath. Audrey, with her crystal bowls, gongs and chimes, uses the therapeutic application of sound frequencies and vibrations to provide a powerful and gentle way of shifting consciousness and enhancing...
Come join us for joyful community contra dancing every 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month. *For more information click here! Featuring live musicians and skilled callers who will teach each dance beforehand then prompt it while you're dancing. What is contra dancing? It's social dancing with everyone dancing the same pattern again and again...
These studio classes are designed to strengthen your student’s creativity and skills in working with a variety of art materials. Students can bring their own creative ideas then make those ideas come to life with the guidance of our teaching artist. Our teaching artist can also provide suggestions and ideas to get started, and demonstrate...
Players Club of Swarthmore is beyond excited to announce the debut performance of our new long-form improv troupe, Mt. Pieces! Join us for a night of laughter and spontaneity. Directed by: Colin Malee More Information and Tickets
Share your writing in an informal, supportive, and creative environment. Enjoy light snacks and beverages and meet local writers! RSVP Required
Pull up a chair, bring your instrument or just your ears for listening or your hands for clapping. All are welcome at the Song Circle. This welcoming jam is free for all. The song circle happens every Thursday and is held at the Park Avenue Community Center, 129 Park Avenue in Swarthmore. Hosted by Lee...
A special open mic night in conjunction with Discover Haverford's Love Local Night in the Oakmont Business District. More Information
Looking for a laugh?—Tom Cotter and Kricket Comedy are bringing the funny to State Street on May 29! Tom Cotter took the comedy scene by storm after finishing runner-up and becoming the Breakout Star from Season 7’s "America's Got Talent." Tom's other numerous television and radio credits include "The Tonight Show,” CBS’ "The Late Late...
Celebrate Pride with the Lansdowne community! Join us for a joyful, family-friendly morning featuring a special edition of the Lansdowne Farmers Market—complete with fabulous guest vendors, a live DJ, drag face painting, and creative surprises for all ages. At 11 AM, we’ll pause the festivities for a community Pride Parade to Borough Green, where we’ll...
Ten of the artists at Aston Mills Arts are opening their studios to celebrate the coming of the summer season during an open house and studios the weekend of May 31-June 1, 2025 Hours are 11 AM to 4 PM, Saturday and Sunday. More Information
Media Arts Council is introducing the Twilight Music Series. A free evening of music once a month on The Green. (The Community Center Lawn. Monroe Street between 3rd & 4th Streets.) Sterling Pig Brewery is Sponsoring the beer tent and you can bring a lawn chair or blanket or just relax on the lawn. Bring...
Enjoy free, all-day admission to the Brandywine Museum of Art and its special exhibitions. In addition to free admission, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. join in creative art activities* celebrating art and nature. Explore the exhibition This Earthen Door: Nature as Muse and Material and join artist Amanda Marchand in transferring color directly from plants to...
Ten of the artists at Aston Mills Arts are opening their studios to celebrate the coming of the summer season during an open house and studios the weekend of May 31-June 1, 2025 Hours are 11 AM to 4 PM, Saturday and Sunday. More Information
Our studio is located at 3100 Mount Road Suite E Aston, PA 19014 in the Rockdale Industrial Center. When you pull into the back parking lot, drive around the stone building on the left facing the creek. You can park anywhere in the lot along the creek. Keep your eyes peeled for the "Yellow Submarine"...
Bluegrass Slow Jam at the Kelly Center. FREE. Second and Fourth Tuesdays. 7 to 8:30pm. Ever been to a Bluegrass Jam but just can’t keep up? Do you know how to play an instrument and would like to play with other people? Join us 2nd and 4th Tuesday nights for the Bluegrass Slow Jam at the...
These studio classes are designed to strengthen your student’s creativity and skills in working with a variety of art materials. Students can bring their own creative ideas then make those ideas come to life with the guidance of our teaching artist. Our teaching artist can also provide suggestions and ideas to get started, and demonstrate...
Musicians Open Mic Night – Singers and Musicians Welcome Musicians Open Mic Night happens the first and third Wednesdays of the month. Event hours from 7PM to 9PM. Sign ups begin at 6:30 at the door. Please note this night is for music only. There are other events at the Kelly Center for comedy and...
The Django & Friends Open Swing Jam happens on the first Thursday of the month. We get together to play Swing music. The focus is on the swing and gypsy jazz of Django Reinhardt, but we welcome other music of that type – jazz standards, Great American Songbook, even Western Swing – just as long...
Pull up a chair, bring your instrument or just your ears for listening or your hands for clapping. All are welcome at the Song Circle. This welcoming jam is free for all. The song circle happens every Thursday and is held at the Park Avenue Community Center, 129 Park Avenue in Swarthmore. Hosted by Lee...
Lansdowne Folk Club presents world-renowned singer/songwriter John Gorka on Thursday, June 5, 2025. Held at the Twentieth Century Club, 84 S. Lansdowne Avenue, Lansdowne, PA. Doors open at 7:00 PM and show begins at 7:30 PM. Tickets are $30 when purchased in advance online or with an advanced phone reservation and $35 without an advance...
After its international success, with over 225,000 attendees, Authentic Flamenco is back with an all-new production and cast! The brand new show features award-winning Patricia Donn, alongside a renowned line-up of Spanish artists, coming to the Media Theatre for the first time with a captivating world-class fusion of live music, dance, and singing. Feel the...
7th Annual Havertown Irish Festival - FREE ADMISSION WHERE: Haverford School District Admin Building, 50 E. Eagle Road, Havertown, PA 19083 When: Saturday, June 7, 2025 12pm to 8pm What: Live music, dancers, 2 outdoor stages, more than 20 performers. Crafter Village featuring more than 70 handmade crafters and artisans. Beer Garden, Food, Vendors, Kid's Fun Zone...
The 10th annual Wayne Music Festival takes place on Saturday, June 7th, 2025 in Wayne, PA and features a wide range of musical genres and acclaimed artists from all over the country. Wayne Music Festival is a FREE community event that brings thousands of people to the heart of Wayne each year. WMF features 3...
Come join us for joyful community contra dancing every 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month. *For more information click here! Featuring live musicians and skilled callers who will teach each dance beforehand then prompt it while you're dancing. What is contra dancing? It's social dancing with everyone dancing the same pattern again and again...
These studio classes are designed to strengthen your student’s creativity and skills in working with a variety of art materials. Students can bring their own creative ideas then make those ideas come to life with the guidance of our teaching artist. Our teaching artist can also provide suggestions and ideas to get started, and demonstrate...
Circle Up! with Beth of 1505 Design Studio June Circle Ups are Pay-What-You-Can Ages 18+ / You can attend whenever/whichever! Inspired by the Nordic tradition of “lillördag”, Little Saturday treats Wednesday like a mini-weekend—because why wait until Friday to have fun? Each week, we’ll dive into a different creative project, from journaling and zine-making to...
The Pink Palette Project at Main Line Art Center is an art group dedicated to raising awareness and spreading hope, where creativity and courage come together to support those at any stage in their breast cancer journey. We meet every second Thursday of the month for a fresh, inspiring art lesson led by one of...
Relax and immerse yourself in drawing Zentangle patterns to create a beautiful piece of art. Learn to create dazzling 3D designs under the guidance of a certified Zentangle instructor.
A traditional Irish session, open to all players and lovers of Irish dance music.
Thursday, June 12th / 7-8pm / Adults Only Unwind and Discover Nature's Pharmacy on Your Next Campout! Ditch the DEET and embrace the power of plants! In this hands-on one-hour workshop designed for dads who love the outdoors, you'll dive into the fascinating world of wilderness aromatherapy and natural first aid. What You'll Learn &...
Pull up a chair, bring your instrument or just your ears for listening or your hands for clapping. All are welcome at the Song Circle. This welcoming jam is free for all. The song circle happens every Thursday and is held at the Park Avenue Community Center, 129 Park Avenue in Swarthmore. Hosted by Lee...
Media Arts Council is introducing the Twilight Music Series. Steve Guyger and the Excellos – An evening of Chicago Blues - Sponsored by Visit Delco A free evening of music once a month on The Green. (The Community Center Lawn. Monroe Street between 3rd & 4th Streets.) Sterling Pig Brewery is Sponsoring the beer tent...
Performing at the Rose Tree Park Amphitheater! Enjoy works by Rimsky-Korsakov, Bach, Vaughan Williams, and the Mendelssohn Violin Concerto performed by Youth Soloist winner, Suri Ahn. You may also enjoy several works from current film and Broadway productions. More Information
Mark Lipsky presents Comedy at the Kelly Center. 10 Comedians for $10. Hosted by Emcee Tim Coniff. Joined by Headliners Troy Moore and Derrick Eason. Other performers include Philly Irish Cailin, Mike Stanley, Manny Muskets, Mike Chevalier, Cyn Haskins, Matthew Liam and Dan Clark. This is the best deal in town. Mark Lipsky welcomes some fresh faces...
A welcoming jam for those who want to play bluegrass style music. Novices to seasoned players should bring their fiddles, banjos, mandolins, guitars, or other instruments. Listeners and BYOB welcome. Free for all. Hosted by Adam Silverman. More Information
Circle Up! with Beth of 1505 Design Studio June Circle Ups are Pay-What-You-Can Ages 18+ / You can attend whenever/whichever! Inspired by the Nordic tradition of “lillördag”, Little Saturday treats Wednesday like a mini-weekend—because why wait until Friday to have fun? Each week, we’ll dive into a different creative project, from journaling and zine-making to...
Bluegrass Slow Jam at the Kelly Center. FREE. Second and Fourth Tuesdays. 7 to 8:30pm. Ever been to a Bluegrass Jam but just can’t keep up? Do you know how to play an instrument and would like to play with other people? Join us 2nd and 4th Tuesday nights for the Bluegrass Slow Jam at the...
These studio classes are designed to strengthen your student’s creativity and skills in working with a variety of art materials. Students can bring their own creative ideas then make those ideas come to life with the guidance of our teaching artist. Our teaching artist can also provide suggestions and ideas to get started, and demonstrate...
Join Mary on June 18th for a craft night! We’ll be making felt teabag-shaped bookmarks, which are such a fun accessory for your reading endeavors! It’s an easy project that will allow us to not only create something, but give us time to chat and get to know each other. You’ll get to pick what...
Musicians Open Mic Night – Singers and Musicians Welcome Musicians Open Mic Night happens the first and third Wednesdays of the month. Event hours from 7PM to 9PM. Sign ups begin at 6:30 at the door. Please note this night is for music only. There are other events at the Kelly Center for comedy and...
Pull up a chair, bring your instrument or just your ears for listening or your hands for clapping. All are welcome at the Song Circle. This welcoming jam is free for all. The song circle happens every Thursday and is held at the Park Avenue Community Center, 129 Park Avenue in Swarthmore. Hosted by Lee...
Death and All Her Friends is a rock band based in Havertown, PA. They love playing songs by bands like TOOL, System of a Down, Deftones, and many more. The band features vocalist Justina Urso, guitarists Joey Hildenband and Paul Urso, bassist Erin Simpson, and last but not least drummer Maggie McClanahan. Advance VIP Reserved...
Join Us for an Evening of Music, Food, Culture, and Celebration in Collingdale on Friday, June 20th An Event for All Ages. Grace Reformed Episcopal Church - 710 Blackstone Ave, Collingdale PA 19023 Art and Food Vendors - for More Information, Contact info@prodigypeacebuilders.com | (484) 222-3161 Coordinated by Prodigy Peacebuilders in Partnership With Grace Reformed...
This program is a partnership with the Park Avenue Community Center to promote health and wellness throughout our community. Celebrate the summer solstice with an evening of tranquility and renewal in the Scott Outdoor Amphitheater. As the golden hues of sunset wash over the open sky, join us for a gentle yoga flow designed to...
John Fuzek and Nicole Gauthier - The Joni Cat Show This heartfelt tribute to two iconic songwriters from the late '60s and early '70s, OF HEART AND MIND - A Tribute to the Music of Joni Mitchell, and CATMOONSHADOW - A Tribute to the Music of Cat Stevens, features two solo performers, Nicole Gauthier and...
The Lansdowne Juneteenth Market & Block Party is a vibrant, family-friendly event featuring local businesses, artists, and food vendors. This year’s theme, “Celebrating Black Creativity,” highlights the excellence and innovation of Black makers, musicians, and entrepreneurs.
Cats on the Bandstand, made up of Deadicated duo featuring Gregg Miller, former original Dogstar member of Keanu Reeves band and Doug Gochman, are a self contained Acoustic Grateful Dead tribute act. Cats on the Bandstand perform the Grateful Dead library in the more traditional sense, while focusing on vocals/harmonies and great leads! Song selections...
Pocket Gardens with Lucy Pistilli & Danielle Puccini In this 2-part miniatures workshop, participants will complete 1 pocket-sized diorama of an imagined garden inside of a repurposed box. Participants will select from a variety of matchboxes, tins, vintage ring boxes, etc. to work in. All materials including polymer clay, resin, and assorted tiny objects will...
David Ostwald’s Louis Armstrong Eternity Band: Dave is bringing the band straight from Birdland in NYC – featuring the music and arrangements of Louis Armstrong, along with the music and musicians he influenced. For more information on Tri State Jazz Society and this concert click here. Tickets are available at the door. More Information
David Ostwald’s Louis Armstrong Eternity Band: Dave is bringing the band straight from Birdland in NYC – featuring the music and arrangements of Louis Armstrong, along with the music and musicians he influenced. For more information on Tri State Jazz Society and this concert click here. Tickets are available at the door. More Information
Learn about the inner workings, benefits, sustainability, and beauty of green roofs at the Arboretum. Gardener Sandra Lopez Cortez will lead this exploration of one of the many green roofs on campus. All participants must be 18 or older. Program Details This event is free, but registration is encouraged to receive program updates. Tours begin...
Come join us for joyful community contra dancing every 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month. *For more information click here! Featuring live musicians and skilled callers who will teach each dance beforehand then prompt it while you're dancing. What is contra dancing? It's social dancing with everyone dancing the same pattern again and again...
Join Nimble Craft and renowned local artist Dave Perillo for "Put a Stencil On It!" during a Wednesday "Dining Under The Stars" evening on State Street in Media, PA. You'll dive into the creative process with Nimble Craft, decorating your own 4"x4" canvas using various fun mark-making techniques. Once your masterpiece has taken shape, local...
These studio classes are designed to strengthen your student’s creativity and skills in working with a variety of art materials. Students can bring their own creative ideas then make those ideas come to life with the guidance of our teaching artist. Our teaching artist can also provide suggestions and ideas to get started, and demonstrate...
IN THE DUKE GALLERY: Come and meet our Summer Fellows and hear about their projects for our Summer Spree Art Camp for Children. IN THE LOUNGE GALLERY: clay prints by Alivna Davis ON THE ARTISIAN GIFT GALLERY WALL: ceramics by Suzanne Kent IN THE STAIRWELL GALLERY: works by the students of Jane Miluski Light refreshments...
Pull up a chair, bring your instrument or just your ears for listening or your hands for clapping. All are welcome at the Song Circle. This welcoming jam is free for all. The song circle happens every Thursday and is held at the Park Avenue Community Center, 129 Park Avenue in Swarthmore. Hosted by Lee...
Apply to Sing - Download the Application, Complete and Submit HAVERTOWN VOICE is a singing competition for 16 year old and younger singers at the Kelly Center Saturday, June 28 at 7:30pm. The top prizes are $200. for the winner of the Judges Vote and $100. for the winner of the Audience Vote. Competitors may sing to...
This darkly satirical musical revue Tom Lehrer Is Alive and Well and Has Given Away All Rights to His Music, created and performed by Andrew Lloyd Baughman—uses a delightfully twisted framing device: Baughman appears as Professor Charles Chucklenut (shook-el-nau), a deranged academic defending a dissertation on Lehrer's ongoing relevance in our current age of absurdity....
Bluegrass Slow Jam at the Kelly Center. FREE. Second and Fourth Tuesdays. 7 to 8:30pm. Ever been to a Bluegrass Jam but just can’t keep up? Do you know how to play an instrument and would like to play with other people? Join us 2nd and 4th Tuesday nights for the Bluegrass Slow Jam at the...
These studio classes are designed to strengthen your student’s creativity and skills in working with a variety of art materials. Students can bring their own creative ideas then make those ideas come to life with the guidance of our teaching artist. Our teaching artist can also provide suggestions and ideas to get started, and demonstrate...
Musicians Open Mic Night – Singers and Musicians Welcome Musicians Open Mic Night happens the first and third Wednesdays of the month. Event hours from 7PM to 9PM. Sign ups begin at 6:30 at the door. Please note this night is for music only. There are other events at the Kelly Center for comedy and...
The Django & Friends Open Swing Jam happens on the first Thursday of the month. We get together to play Swing music. The focus is on the swing and gypsy jazz of Django Reinhardt, but we welcome other music of that type – jazz standards, Great American Songbook, even Western Swing – just as long...
Pull up a chair, bring your instrument or just your ears for listening or your hands for clapping. All are welcome at the Song Circle. This welcoming jam is free for all. The song circle happens every Thursday and is held at the Park Avenue Community Center, 129 Park Avenue in Swarthmore. Hosted by Lee...
Starting Week of July 7 Week-long art classes tailored for students to engage their creativity and art making skills. Each week students explore a theme through a variety of art projects. Each student works in their own unique artistic style building self-confidence in a fun and creative environment. We have new creative projects every summer!!!...
Join us for an open studio every Tuesday from 6-8 PM! This is your chance to dedicate some time to your creative projects in a relaxed, communal setting. Since Nimble Craft is located above a fantastic yarn and sew shop, our open studio is specifically for non-fiber crafts. This means we're focusing on projects like...
Come join us for joyful community contra dancing every 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month. *For more information click here! Featuring live musicians and skilled callers who will teach each dance beforehand then prompt it while you're dancing. What is contra dancing? It's social dancing with everyone dancing the same pattern again and again...
These studio classes are designed to strengthen your student’s creativity and skills in working with a variety of art materials. Students can bring their own creative ideas then make those ideas come to life with the guidance of our teaching artist. Our teaching artist can also provide suggestions and ideas to get started, and demonstrate...
Paint with your family creating memories together! $10.00 off to celebrate 10 years of Rockdale Art Center serving the community! Follow step by step instruction in creating your own work of art with options to customize your scene. Family members can paint a connecting scene across their canvases or each painter can create their own...
July 9th- Junk Journaling What is junk journaling? It’s like scrapbooking’s quirky cousin! Junk journaling is all about using the little bits and pieces of everyday life—random finds, receipts, tags, wrappers, or anything you don't want to throw away. (I like to use my son's cute post-it doodles I find around the house.) What to...
Welcome to the Sh*tty Art Buddies! Tired of striving for Pinterest perfection? Do you believe that the best art is often the most wonderfully wonky? Then you've found your tribe! The Sh*tty Art Buddies, wholeheartedly embrace the beauty of imperfection. Forget about flawless designs and masterful techniques – our workshops are all about letting loose,...
A traditional Irish session, open to all players and lovers of Irish dance music.
Thursdays, 6:30-8:00 PM | Starts July 10th New projects each session! Perfect for the growing artist, students explore drawing, painting, collage, sculpture & more while learning about different artists and art techniques. We encourage input from the students on topics and materials they are interested in learning about and try to incorporate their ideas into...
Pull up a chair, bring your instrument or just your ears for listening or your hands for clapping. All are welcome at the Song Circle. This welcoming jam is free for all. The song circle happens every Thursday and is held at the Park Avenue Community Center, 129 Park Avenue in Swarthmore. Hosted by Lee...
Enjoy a morning stroll through the gardens to learn about plants blooming in July and the landscape around Singer Hall with a tour led by our horticulture staff. Gardeners and plant enthusiasts of all levels are welcome. Register Now Program Details This event is free, but registration is encouraged to receive program updates. Tours begin...
Media Arts Council is introducing the Twilight Music Series. Ensemble Novo -Brazilian Samba & Bossa Nova A free evening of music once a month on The Green. (The Community Center Lawn. Monroe Street between 3rd & 4th Streets.) Sterling Pig Brewery is Sponsoring the beer tent and you can bring a lawn chair or blanket...
A fun night of creativity for ages 10-15 at Rockdale Art Center! Students pick from a variety of wooden decor items, some light up, then paint, and decorate any way they choose under the guidance of a teaching artist. Work with acrylic paints, and decorative materials, like glitter, shiny things, pom poms, flower petals and...
A welcoming jam for those who want to play bluegrass style music. Novices to seasoned players should bring their fiddles, banjos, mandolins, guitars, or other instruments. Listeners and BYOB welcome. Free for all. Hosted by Adam Silverman. More Information
Join Young Rembrandts at Scott Arboretum & Gardens for a fun morning of art and nature! We will draw a realistic picture of beautiful flowers that surround us. Our step-by-step guided instruction allows students of all abilities to participate and thrive in a collaborative environment, no matter their skill level. Join us for a summer hike...
Rockdale Art Center celebrates 10 years in business! For $10 you can create a work of art. Children are welcome to register with an adult, but no drop offs. Walk-ins welcome as long as supplies last, but it’s best to reserve your spaces ahead of time. Saturday, July 12, 10am-12pm – Rag Wreath: use a variety...
Join us for a refreshing summer hike through the beautiful Crum Woods! This guided hike is the perfect opportunity to explore the lush greenery, shaded trails, and scenic views of this hidden gem. Along the way, we’ll discover native plants, listen to birdsong, and maybe even spot some woodland wildlife. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker...
Join us for an open studio every Tuesday from 6-8 PM! This is your chance to dedicate some time to your creative projects in a relaxed, communal setting. Since Nimble Craft is located above a fantastic yarn and sew shop, our open studio is specifically for non-fiber crafts. This means we're focusing on projects like...
Bluegrass Slow Jam at the Kelly Center. FREE. Second and Fourth Tuesdays. 7 to 8:30pm. Ever been to a Bluegrass Jam but just can’t keep up? Do you know how to play an instrument and would like to play with other people? Join us 2nd and 4th Tuesday nights for the Bluegrass Slow Jam at the...
Painting can be intimidating for many people, but the goal of this workshop is to take the stress away and make you feel comfortable with every step of landscape painting! We’ll talk about color theory, mapping out the composition, layering colors in a way that creates a dynamic picture, and more tips that will help...
These studio classes are designed to strengthen your student’s creativity and skills in working with a variety of art materials. Students can bring their own creative ideas then make those ideas come to life with the guidance of our teaching artist. Our teaching artist can also provide suggestions and ideas to get started, and demonstrate...
Musicians Open Mic Night – Singers and Musicians Welcome Musicians Open Mic Night happens the first and third Wednesdays of the month. Event hours from 7PM to 9PM. Sign ups begin at 6:30 at the door. Please note this night is for music only. There are other events at the Kelly Center for comedy and...
Welcome to the Sh*tty Art Buddies! Tired of striving for Pinterest perfection? Do you believe that the best art is often the most wonderfully wonky? Then you've found your tribe! The Sh*tty Art Buddies, wholeheartedly embrace the beauty of imperfection. Forget about flawless designs and masterful techniques – our workshops are all about letting loose,...
Thursdays, 6:30-8:00 PM | Starts July 10th New projects each session! Perfect for the growing artist, students explore drawing, painting, collage, sculpture & more while learning about different artists and art techniques. We encourage input from the students on topics and materials they are interested in learning about and try to incorporate their ideas into...
Pull up a chair, bring your instrument or just your ears for listening or your hands for clapping. All are welcome at the Song Circle. This welcoming jam is free for all. The song circle happens every Thursday and is held at the Park Avenue Community Center, 129 Park Avenue in Swarthmore. Hosted by Lee...
Mark your calendars for the 27th annual Woody Plant Conference at Scott Arboretum & Gardens. This popular day-long conference focuses on great woody plants for the Mid-Atlantic region and how to use them in the landscape. This annual conference is co-sponsored by Morris Arboretum, Chanticleer, Longwood Gardens, Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, Scott Arboretum & Gardens, and...
Have you ever seen those beautiful Prussian blue prints of botanicals and thought you'd love to try making your own? Now you can during this workshop where attendees will learn all about cyanotypes – one of the oldest photographic processes, developed as a way to create multiple copies using UV light. Artist Emie Hughes leads...
Live Music in Paddock Park from the Deb Callahan Band, Eastern Elk, Tucker Weiss and Ava Pastore. Plus Food, Crafts, Inflatable, Play Area. First Fest is a celebration of First Responders. Kelly Music for Life will donate proceeds from this event to the Volunteer Fire Departments in Haverford Township Saturday, July 19th, 2025 3pm to...
On view: July 19th - Aug 24th, 2025 20*20 House, 20 Lansdowne Court, Lansdowne, PA 19050 Gallery Hours: Saturdays & Sundays | 12pm - 4pm Reception: Saturday, July 19th, 4pm-7pm An intergenerational art exhibit for all LEDC’s Art Committee invites you to join us at 20*20 House for Second Gen, an exhibition featuring diverse artists...
The Community Arts Center’s Tie Dye Music Festival Bring your refreshments, lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy an evening of music on the side lawn at the Arts Center. In the case of significant rain the festival will be held in our spacious Duke Gallery LIVE MUSIC: Out of Order (folk rock) Big Gumbo (Reggae,...
Learn about the inner workings, benefits, sustainability, and beauty of green roofs at the Arboretum. Our expert gardeners will lead this exploration of one of the many green roofs on campus. All participants must be 18 or older. Register Now Program Details This event is free, but registration is encouraged to receive program updates. Tours...
Join us for an open studio every Tuesday from 6-8 PM! This is your chance to dedicate some time to your creative projects in a relaxed, communal setting. Since Nimble Craft is located above a fantastic yarn and sew shop, our open studio is specifically for non-fiber crafts. This means we're focusing on projects like...
Join us for an open studio every Tuesday from 6-8 PM! This is your chance to dedicate some time to your creative projects in a relaxed, communal setting. Tuesdays / 6-8pm / Ages 18+/ $20 Since Nimble Craft is located above a fantastic yarn and sew shop, our open studio is specifically for non-fiber crafts....
July 9th- Junk Journaling What is junk journaling? It’s like scrapbooking’s quirky cousin! Junk journaling is all about using the little bits and pieces of everyday life—random finds, receipts, tags, wrappers, or anything you don't want to throw away. (I like to use my son's cute post-it doodles I find around the house.) What to...
Painting Instructor: Veronica Batter, Flower Farmer: Linda Clark At the idyllic Strawflower Farm located in Glen Mills, pick your own flower bouquet then paint your bouquet with professional guidance. Enjoy a peaceful evening among flowers and friends, picking then creating your own flower bouquet from rows and rows of flowers grown by Farmer Linda Clark....
These studio classes are designed to strengthen your student’s creativity and skills in working with a variety of art materials. Students can bring their own creative ideas then make those ideas come to life with the guidance of our teaching artist. Our teaching artist can also provide suggestions and ideas to get started, and demonstrate...
Instructor: Laura Kuchmay Relax and immerse yourself in drawing Zentangle patterns to create a beautiful piece of art. Learn to create dazzling 3D designs under the guidance of a certified Zentangle instructor. Add your own finishing touches to personalize your work of art. The perfect way to relax for an evening! Thursday, July 24, 6-8pm...
Welcome to the Sh*tty Art Buddies! Tired of striving for Pinterest perfection? Do you believe that the best art is often the most wonderfully wonky? Then you've found your tribe! The Sh*tty Art Buddies, wholeheartedly embrace the beauty of imperfection. Forget about flawless designs and masterful techniques – our workshops are all about letting loose,...
Thursdays, 6:30-8:00 PM | Starts July 10th New projects each session! Perfect for the growing artist, students explore drawing, painting, collage, sculpture & more while learning about different artists and art techniques. We encourage input from the students on topics and materials they are interested in learning about and try to incorporate their ideas into...
Pull up a chair, bring your instrument or just your ears for listening or your hands for clapping. All are welcome at the Song Circle. This welcoming jam is free for all. The song circle happens every Thursday and is held at the Park Avenue Community Center, 129 Park Avenue in Swarthmore. Hosted by Lee...
Join Golden-Thread Labyrinths co-founders, Dr. Dylan Odhner (Mythological Studies) and Rev. Alan Cowley (Artist and Labyrinth Designer) for a workshop series exploring the power of labyrinth meditation and applied mythology—create & take home your very own finger-labyrinth(s)! The human story is not new! Our modern experiences, while clothed with the fabric of our time, are...
Friday, July 25th, 6-9pm Come hang with Anna, of Mill Works Creator Space and myself, Karith, of Nimble Craft once a month at Cafe Isla where we will be taking over the cafe's courtyard and creating a space that is both creative and communal! Grab a pal, meet new ones and share ideas, stories, projects...
A Walking Workshop on Mobile Photography & Local History Join us for a golden hour stroll through Lansdowne and learn how to take beautiful, professional-looking photos using just your phone! We’ll meet at Utility Works and head out on a guided tour of the neighborhood, where you’ll learn: How to use your phone’s camera settings...
Join us for an open studio every Tuesday from 6-8 PM! This is your chance to dedicate some time to your creative projects in a relaxed, communal setting. Since Nimble Craft is located above a fantastic yarn and sew shop, our open studio is specifically for non-fiber crafts. This means we're focusing on projects like...
Bluegrass Slow Jam at the Kelly Center. FREE. Second and Fourth Tuesdays. 7 to 8:30pm. Ever been to a Bluegrass Jam but just can’t keep up? Do you know how to play an instrument and would like to play with other people? Join us 2nd and 4th Tuesday nights for the Bluegrass Slow Jam at the...
These studio classes are designed to strengthen your student’s creativity and skills in working with a variety of art materials. Students can bring their own creative ideas then make those ideas come to life with the guidance of our teaching artist. Our teaching artist can also provide suggestions and ideas to get started, and demonstrate...
Welcome to the Sh*tty Art Buddies! Tired of striving for Pinterest perfection? Do you believe that the best art is often the most wonderfully wonky? Then you've found your tribe! The Sh*tty Art Buddies, wholeheartedly embrace the beauty of imperfection. Forget about flawless designs and masterful techniques – our workshops are all about letting loose,...
Thursdays, 6:30-8:00 PM | Starts July 10th New projects each session! Perfect for the growing artist, students explore drawing, painting, collage, sculpture & more while learning about different artists and art techniques. We encourage input from the students on topics and materials they are interested in learning about and try to incorporate their ideas into...
Media Arts Council is introducing the Twilight Music Series. Little Red Rooster Blues Band A free evening of music once a month on The Green. (The Community Center Lawn. Monroe Street between 3rd & 4th Streets.) Sterling Pig Brewery is Sponsoring the beer tent and you can bring a lawn chair or blanket or just...
Get to Know the Makerspace: Crochet Turtles! A Creative Workshop at Utility Works Makerspace. Come explore the Utility Works Makerspace and dive into a fun, beginner-friendly crochet project—your very own stuffed turtle! In this hands-on session, you'll learn the basics of crochet while stitching up something soft, sweet, and totally huggable. Whether you're brand new...
Join us every First Friday at Shawn Rae Art Gallery for a vibrant evening of creativity, community, and fun! Whether you're an experienced artist or just looking for a unique night out, our Paint & Sip experience offers the perfect blend of artistic expression and relaxed vibes. More Information