30 paintings of nationally recognized Pennsylvania fine artist, John R. Carleton Dorchester, will be on display, from October through the end of the year, on the first floor exhibition space of the 919 building in Wilmington.  Mr. Dorchester is a graduate of the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts... More Info

PLAID TIDINGS: A SPECIAL HOLIDAY EDITION OF FOREVER PLAID by Stuart Ross original Forever Plaid vocal and musical arrangements by James Raitt vocal and musical arrangements by James Raitt, Brad Ellis, Raymond Berg, and David Snyder directed by Matt Silva NOVEMBER 30-DECEMBER 18,... More Info

From its very first performance in Dublin in 1742, Messiah was a huge sensation. For more than three decades, VoxAmaDeus has presented to the Philadelphia region annual performances of Handel’s masterpiece, now a Christmas season tradition. Remaining true to Handel’s vision, this is the complete... More Info

“Cole For Your Stocking” promises to be a swanky, jazzy evening of Cole Porter favorites and standards including, “You’re the Top,” “Night and Day,” “Friendship” and many more! The cabaret will feature a variety of Porter’s hits; from his sweetest ballads to his liveliest... More Info

Come and experience a joyful and traditional old-world Noël! This season marks the 36th consecutive year of our annual tradition of magical Renaissance Noël concerts by the Vox Renaissance Consort, celebrating the glorious Renaissance Christmas music of Old Europe, with masterpieces for single... More Info

The Wayne Art Center Holiday Shopping Weekend has been a tradition in one way or another for over 25 years. The community looks forward to seeing the work of new and returning vendors each year! Shop from a wide range of artisans, including ceramic artists, textile artists, jewelers and culinary... More Info

A Christmas Carol is a beloved holiday musical featuring music by the incredible Alan Menken, lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, and book by Mike Ockrent & Lynn Ahrens. Based on Charles Dickens\’ 1843 novella of the same name, the role of Ebeneezer Scrooge has been played on stage by a cornucopia of leading... More Info

Academy of Country Music’s Female Vocalist of the Year (1982) Sylvia and multi-instrumentalist, composer, and producer John Mock join critically acclaimed singer-songwriters Craig Bickhardt and Jesse Terry for an evening of holiday music and stories in Berwyn, PA at the Spotlight Concert Series... More Info

Come create your own dreams and memories in this treasured Christmas season classic for the whole family! With over 55 dancers and professional guest artists, this is an affordable and mesmerizing performance that is assured to captivate your soul. Join Clara and her heroic friend the Nutcracker on... More Info

Enjoy a rock ‘n roll Christmas with the ZenTorpedoZ!  Phoenixville Public Library will host a free Christmas concert by The ZenTorpedoZ on Monday, December 12 at 6:45 PM.  It’s Christmas time again, time to rock around the Christmas tree. The ZenTorpedoZ will serve up a rocking good time playing... More Info

Phoenixville Public Library will present Community Music School chamber groups and faculty, led by cellist Eric Coyne, performing music of Haydn, Bach, Beethoven, and Bartok, on Thursday, December 15 at 6:45 PM.  This event is free and open to the public.  Registration is required at... More Info

The concert series will begin with a performance from the Boys Choir at Saint Rose of Lima in Haddon Heights, NJ, on December 16th at 8:00 PM. They will go on to perform at the Church of the Holy Trinity in Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, on December 18th at 8:00 PM.

The Girls Choir will begin their holiday concerts at Republic Bank Performing Arts Center in Sewell, NJ, on December 17th, at 7:00 PM. After which, they will perform at Temple Performing Arts Center in Philadelphia, PA, on December 18th at 5:00 PM.

After a 2 year hiatus due to the pandemic, Philly Nutt Crak-Up returns!! By popular demand, ContempraDANCE Theatre’s “Philly Nutt Crak-Up” will be in Manayunk for another season of sheer entertainment. Join the infamous Rappin SugarPlum Fairy, battling Hip Hoppin Railway Rats, City Hall... More Info

Fall Flexibility: Every Tuesday 10am-10:30am 8 Weeks for $80 or $15 Drop-in Register HERE! Begins: November 1st Ends:    December 13, 2022 Body feeling tight or stiff during the day or after activity or want to improve flexibility? Then a weekly stretch routine could help all that.  Each class... More Info

Enjoy festivities every weekend throughout the holiday season with family and friends, and discover the one-of-a-kind shops and restaurants that make West Chester so vibrant! Every weekend features West Chester’s dazzling 25-foot-tall Christmas Tree and the Professional Gingerbread House... More Info

Join us at the Willows Park Preserve on Saturday, December 10th between 11am and 4pm. Stop on by for a tour, listen to some holiday music, enjoy some crafts for adults and children and celebrate the reopening of the Willows Mansion! Questions? Please email us at: info@willowsparkpreserve.org

Get into the holiday spirit at Historic Sugartown! We’ll be offering a Holiday Market featuring over 40 local crafters and artisans. Locust Lane Craft Brewery, Chaddsford Winery and Manatawny Still Works will offer a Biergarten where you can purchase beverages to enjoy while you’re shopping or to... More Info

The Havertown Holiday Festival will be a family friendly event focused on Christmas, Hanukah, and Winter Fun! We will have costumed characters, live holiday music, story time and crafts for kids, food trucks and vendors, beer & hot adult beverages, a holiday marketplace, an ice sculpture... More Info

The Phoenixville Firebird Festival is one of the Philadelphia Region’s most unique and anticipated events. The annual festival represents a celebration of the Phoenixville Borough’s namesake – the Phoenix. Taking center stage, The Phoenix, at 20 feet tall, takes 3 months to complete and represents... More Info

Santa’s coming to town and he’s bringing his skates. Join him for ice skating, hot chocolate, and festive tunes at the Philadelphia Skating Club in Ardmore. Fun for the whole family. The rink is located  at 220 Holland Ave next to Haverford College.

Most classes are offered both in person in Merion Station as well as on Zoom. Each instructor will be teaching a one-time class on a unique topic, with an opportunity for participants to come in to class in person as well as join via Zoom. Some of the themes for our classes will include virtual... More Info

The Delaware County Press Club’s annual Holiday Luncheon returns on Wednesday, December 14, 2022, at Fava Ristorante Italiano, with special guest speaker, award-winning broadcast journalist Pat Ciarrocchi. Pat will conduct an EXCLUSIVE interview with Linda Hoffman Rydell. It will be Linda’s... More Info

Sandy Hook, 10 Years After: A Reading and Remembrance Main Point Books, Delaware Country Moms Demand Action, and Red, Wine are co-sponsoring an evening for our community to acknowledge and honor the horrible violence at Sandy Hook Elementary ten years ago. We will hold space for remembrance, hear a... More Info

Enjoy ice skating during the holidays at the Philadelphia Skating Club & Humane Society in Ardmore, Pa. In addition to Friday night and Sunday afternoon public sessions, extra holiday sessions have been added to the last week in December. The rink is located at 220 Holland Ave in Ardmore, next to... More Info

Our annual bake sale supports the PALS (www.palspets.org) medical fund.  Pick your own cookies at The Black Cat Cafe.  We provide pastry boxes.   Cookies are sold by the pound ($28.95).  Cakes will also be available.  If you can’t make it to pick your own, we can prepare boxes for you!  Buy... More Info

Go on a lively walk through our winter forest, and learn the science of the season, like why “solstice” translates as “sun standing,” why mistletoe and holly are symbols of the December holidays, why light is central to these holidays, where all the insects go, and why birds migrate. Hikers... More Info

Click here to register for our Middle School Entrance Exam on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023

Skaters of all ages from beginners to national competitors glide, spin and jump their way through this holiday favorite. Fun for the whole family. Enjoy rink-side seating from the bleachers. No hockey boards to obstruct your view! Join us at the Philadelphia Skating Club & Humane Society in... More Info

During this exclusive holiday open house, explore the spectacular Tudor Revival-style mansion while it is decked with seasonal, nature-inspired decorations. Stroll through the home, indulge in hot cocoa and tasty treats, and enjoy musical performances from local choirs, instrumentalists,... More Info

During this exclusive holiday open house, explore the spectacular Tudor Revival-style mansion while it is decked with seasonal, nature-inspired decorations. Stroll through the home, indulge in hot cocoa and tasty treats, and enjoy musical performances from local choirs, instrumentalists,... More Info

Take a candlelight tour through the halls of the 18th-century mansion Revolutionary War General Anthony Wayne called home and hear about holiday traditions of the past, 4-6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 11. Costumed interpreters will guide you through this fascinating and history-filled house cheerfully... More Info