World War II Weekend
Mid-Atlantic Air Museum: Gates open at 8:30 a.m. June 2-4 for the 27th annual World War II Weekend, with air shows, operating military vehicles, live entertainment, first-person war stories, reenactor battles and encampments, the Oral History Van of the American Wartime Museum, a “Main Street 1944” look at the home front, big band dances and more. The museum is at 11 Museum Drive, Reading. Three-day passes are available. Visit www.maam.org or call (610) 372-7333.
Raise a glass
Coca-Cola Park: The Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs’ ballpark at 555 Union Blvd., Allentown, is the site of the seventh annual PBS-39 Brewfest 2 to 5 p.m. June 3. There will be more than 100 beers to try. Tickets are $35, $5 for designated drivers and $50 for VIP tickets. Refer to http://brewfest.wlvt.org.
Philly Beer Week: The 10th annual Philly Beer Week runs through June 11, with hundreds of happenings at various venues. Make your own itinerary at http://phillylovesbeer.org.
Music and wine
Appel Farm: The Appel Farm Music & Wine Festival runs 3 to 8 p.m. June 3 and noon to 5 p.m. June 4 at 457 Shirley Road, Elmer, N.J. In addition to wine tasting, craft artists and culinary vendors, musical acts include David Uosikkinen’s In The Pocket, Hotsy Totsy, Christopher Davis-Shannon, Jutaun, Swing That Cat, Joe Crookston, Greg Jones Project, and Deirdre Finnegan and Dave Cohen. Guests are welcome to bring picnic baskets or order from gourmet food trucks.
Parents can sample wines child-free by dropping off their children 3-13 years old at the Appel Farm Kids Camp, where the kids will enjoy activities such as arts projects, theater games and outdoor sports under the direction of Appel Farm’s summer camp staff. Cost is $10.
There will be modern cabins for rent and tent camping overnight options. Visit www.appelfarm.org/music-wine-festival.
Those who love to cycle can participate in a South Jersey Cycling Tour at 9 a.m. June 4. Check out the Festival Loop at www.appelfarm.org/music-wine-festival/south-jersey-cycling-tour.
Food truck feast
SteelStacks: It’s Garden State lobster rolls vs. Philly hoagies and more as the Food Truck Border Brawl returns June 10 to 101 Founders Way, Bethlehem. Sessions take place from noon to 3 p.m. and 5 to 8 p.m., with a one-hour VIP Hour preceding each public session. New this year is a kids’ area with arts and crafts activities. Get ticket information and the list of participating food trucks at www.steelstacks.org or (610) 332-3378.
Fresh art
Chestnut Hill Gallery: “Primary Colors,” a selection of paintings and oil prints by Robert Blunk, runs June 3-24 at 1 E. Gravers Lane, Philadelphia. The artist will be there for an opening reception on June 10 from 6 to 8 p.m. All works will be on display and for sale.
Galleries at Moore College of Art & Design: In celebration of the work of recent graduates from five Philadelphia art and design schools, Philadelphia Sculptors presents its annual “5 into 1” exhibition through June 24 at Moore College of Art & Design, 20th Street and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia. This year’s exhibit features 18 artists and has a theme of “Transportation.” A free opening reception is held 7 to 8 p.m. June 2. At 6 p.m. June 2 the public is invited to attend a free special presentation by John Grande, “Unframing the Landscape,” a look at contemporary international environmental art and artists that will include Jason deCaires Taylor’s underwater art museum. Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. For more information, call (215) 413-9126 or visit www.philasculptors.org, or call (215) 965-4027 or visit www.thegalleriesatmoore.org.
Night market
Souderton Shopping Center: MEDA World Night Market is dedicated to showcasing the countries where the MEDA organization is helping people. In the mold of an Asian night market, which takes place just after dusk and goes to the wee hours of the morning, MEDA World Market runs rain or shine 8 p.m. to midnight June 3 at 781 Route 113, Hilltown Township. There will be tent vendors, food vendors and musicians. Admission is free.
Celebrating artists
Main Line Art Center: A free Sensory Garden Party featuring a children’s book reading, a theater performance, interactive art projects and a ceramics sale, is held 1 to 4 p.m. June 3 at 746 Panmure Road, Haverford. The party honors the artists in the center’s Accessible Art Programs for artists with disabilities, at-risk youth and low income families, as well as those featured in the Spring Gala Exhibition. During the party, the center will also acknowledge the founding graduates of the center’s Certificate Program, as well as students from local public and private schools who have been nominated by their art teachers to receive awards for artistic potential and excellence. For more, visit www.mainlineart.org or call (610) 525-0272.
Mitchell Performing Arts Center: Academy of the New Church Secondary Schools students from the Dance Team, Instrumental Ensemble, Choral Ensemble and the Performing Arts Portfolio class present “Celebrate Nature, Preserve the Environment” at 8 p.m. June 2 at 800 Tomlinson Road, Bryn Athyn. The program is a fundraiser for the Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust. There will be a raffle for fine art photographer Feo Pitcairn’s book “Primordial Landscapes: Iceland Revealed.” Raffle tickets are $5. Baked goods will be sold in the lobby during intermission. Call (267) 502-4810.
Let’s run
Green Lane Park: The Linda’s Run 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk to benefit the American Cancer Society gets underway at 9 a.m. June 3 in the park, 2150 Green Lane Road, Marlborough Township. Refreshments will be provided after the event. Cost is $25, $15 for children 15 and under, free for children 5 and under. Register at www.lindasrun.com.
Live music
Spring Hill House Concert Series: Irish Musicians Cillian Vallely and David Doocey are featured at 7:30 p.m. June 8. A $20 donation to the artists is requested for advance tickets. Contact Bette at bette@betteconway.com or (812) 322-6833 for reservations.
North Penn Church of Christ: Enjoy a performance featuring ArCoNet alumni, students and faculty at 6 p.m. June 10 at the church, 300 N. North Wales Road, Montgomery Township. Suggested admission donation is $5. The orchestras will be conducted by Adriana Linares and Franklin Nino, and joined by cellist Andres Sanchez from the Curtis Institute of Music, percussionist Daniel Perez and pianist Lisa Paino.The program includes Dvorak Serenade for Strings, Sinfonia Concertante by Mozart for string ensemble, Uptown Funk, Latin Rhumbas and the participation of the ArCoNet Community Singers conducted by Lisa Paino.
The Rotunda: Delaware County resident Chuck Van Zyl has hosted the world’s second-longest running ambient music radio program, “Star’s End,” on WXPN. On June 4 the 40th anniversary of “Star’s End” will be commemorated with a live broadcast of the eight-hour long Sleep Concert by Robert Rich, taking place in the Sanctuary at The Rotunda on the University of Pennsylvania campus, 40th and Walnut streets, Philadelphia, from midnight to 8 a.m. Attendees are limited to 100, all of whom must bring their own sleeping bag/pad/blanket/pillow.
Glencairn Museum: “An Evening in the Cloister” features multi-styled instrumentals by guitarist Blane Bostock, light fare, cloister garden, lighted fountains and evening views from the tower 6 to 9 p.m. June 2 at 1001 Cathedral Road, Bryn Athyn. Tickets are $20, $15 for members, $10 for designated drivers. Contact info@glencairnmuseum.org or (267) 502-2990.
Indian Valley Public Library: Guitarist Dick Lentz plays a free Second Fridays set at 7:30 p.m. June 9 at the library, 100 E. Church Ave., Telford.
Wayne Art Center: Orchestra Concordia presents a concert of music inspired by nature, art and the great outdoors at 4 p.m. June 11. The center is at 413 Maplewood Ave., Wayne. Visit https://apm.activecommunities.com/wayneart/Activity_Search/orchestra-concordia-plein-air-concert/5883.
Kimmel Center: Philly Pops presents the School District of Philadelphia’s All-City Jazz Festival, a free event with performances by student and professional musicians, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. June 9. It’s held in the Kimmel Center’s Perelman Theater and Commonwealth Plaza, 300 S. Broad St., Philadelphia. See the schedule at http://phillypops.org/concerts-events/phillys-all-city-jazz-festival
Special tours
Montgomery County Studio Tour: Fifty-four Montgomery County artists open up their studios to the public 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 10 and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 11. Visitors are encouraged to design their own self-guided tour with the catalogue and map, which can be downloaded from www.montgomerycountystudiotour.com. The “County Collector Series” is an opportunity to collect an original framed 6″ x 6″ piece of art for $75. Admission is free. Email info@countystudiotour.com or call (610) 942-9629 for more information.
Elfreth’s Alley: From 1 to 5 p.m. June 3 more than a dozen private residences of Philadelphia’s Elfreth’s Alley are open to the public. The annual open house event also offers music, demonstrations of 18th century crafts and refreshments. Cost is $25, with family and group rates available. Go to http://elfrethsalley.ticketleap.com/fete-day-2017. For more information, visit www.elfrethsalley.org, e-mail info@elfrethsalley.org or visit www.facebook.com/elfrethsalleymuseum.
Pieces of the past
Pennypacker Mills: A free Civil War Event is held June 3-4 at the historic site at 5 Haldeman Road, Perkiomen Township. On Saturday participate in a Flag Folding Ceremony honoring veterans of the Civil War. Hear the music and songs of the PA 69th Volunteer Irish Regimental Band. On Sunday witness the story of Harriet Tubman as portrayed by actress Millicent Sparks. Throughout the day, catch musician Matthew Dodd as he shares the stories of both sides of the war. Each day see battle reenactments. Kids can “Be a Soldier,” take the Oath of Allegiance and learn to march and drill. Visit the Civilian Street where everyday life of the 1860s is on display with demonstrations of cooking, fashion, sewing and hairstyles. Visit the Surgeon’s Tent where authentic medical tools will be on display and you’ll learn about life-saving techniques that were used on wounded soldiers. Inside the Pennypacker mansion, hear the story of how 20-year-old Samuel Pennypacker volunteered in an Emergency Militia, while his second cousin, Galusha, received the Medal of Honor for bravery at the Battle of Fort Fisher. Visit the Sutler area where itinerant merchants sell period style clothing, books, souvenirs, wooden furnishings and more. A food vendor will be on hand to provide breakfast and lunch fare. The Friends of Pennypacker Mills will be offering raffles for handmade applique art, a replica cannon, and a doll with handmade Civil War era clothing.
Stenton: From 1 to 4 p.m. June 3, it’s “Making History: Farm & Family Day” at Stenton, 4601 N. 18th St., Philadelphia. Originally a 500-acre plantation, Stenton was home to a mill when the mansion was completed in 1730. Bring the family and enjoy recreated colonial craftsmanship, including candle making, blacksmithing, weaving, basket making and more. Listen to music on historically-inspired instruments, play games, make crafts and sample food made as it was in the 18th century. You can even visit with farm animals. Registration is required by calling (215) 329-7312 or emailing programs@stenton.org.
Singles, couples welcome
Crowne Plaza Hotel: From 8 p.m. to midnight June 2, Professional and Business Social Network hosts a dance party and social, with optional bachata lessons at 6:45. Crowne Plaza is at 260 Mall Blvd., Upper Merion. Admission is $15. Singles and couples are welcome and you don’t have to have a dance partner. For more information, call Bob at (610) 805-5827 or visit www.pbsninfo.com. Dress code is “sharp dressy attire,” jacket and tie optional. Membership is not required. There will be a cash bar.
Stepping outdoors
Lansdale Day: The Rotary Club of North Penn’s 40th Lansdale Day runs 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 3 (rain date June 4) on Main Street in Lansdale. The day features a beer garden, an Ultimate Bungee Trampoline, moonbounces and slides, a mechanical bull, a community marketplace, food courts and food trucks, music and a new car show. Admission is free. Visit www.facebook.com/LansdaleDayArtsandCraftsFestival.
Indian Valley Soap Box Derby: The steep hill of North Main Street, Souderton is the site of the derby on June 3 (rain date June 4). Find more information at www.soapboxderby.org/indian-valley.
SteelStacks: The high-flying Keystone DockDogs competition; the “Taste of the Wild” culinary event featuring delicacies like rattlesnake sausage and mini elk kabobs; falconing demonstrations; and new activities designed to immerse kids in the outdoors highlight the third Step Outdoors Lehigh Valley festival 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 3 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 4 at SteelStacks, 101 Founders Way, Bethlehem. The free festival includes two days of presentations, hands-on activities and educational experiences, plus wildlife, outdoors and conservation-focused groups in the region. Tickets for June 2’s Taste of the Wild are $38 for ArtsQuest Members and $40 for public. Visit www.steelstacks.org/stepoutdoors for the full schedule.
‘Shakespeare’ gala
Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival: “Luminosity” will kick off Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s 2017 season on June 3, with a gala event showcasing PSF’s artists, auction prizes and a chef-curated dinner with co*cktail offerings and interactive appetizer stations, to be held in the University Center on the campus of DeSales University, 2755 Station Ave., Center Valley. The event will feature preview performances from the upcoming summer productions, including “Evita,” “The Hound of the Baskervilles,” “Troilus and Cressida” and other plays. There will also be a performance by Broadway actress and Easton native Dee Roscioli, who will star in “Evita.” Tickets are $200 per person, with single tickets and tables of eight and 10 available. For more information, contact Melissa at Melissa.Kerr@pashakespeare.org.
Just ripe
Linvilla Orchards: On June 3, it’s the annual Strawberry Festival, which kicks off Linvilla’s pick-your-own-season. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. there will be games, contests, hayrides, costumed characters, a performance by Makin’ Music, “Jammin’ with Judi” and more. Linvilla Orchards is at 137 W. Knowlton Road, Media. Visit www.linvilla.com for more information.
Dance events
Knauer Performing Arts Center: The center’s resident dance company, Nickerson-Rossi Dance, is a contemporary/modern dance company. Their opening performance is presented at 7 p.m. June 2-3 and 2 p.m. June 4. The center is at 226 N. High St., West Chester. Tickets are $35, $85 for VIP tickets. Visit www.uptownwestchester.org.
Pennsylvania Academy of Ballet: At 6 p.m. June 10 the Bryan Koulman Dance Company will present an evening of live chamber music and a blend of contemporary ballet and modern dance at the Pennsylvania Academy of Ballet, 29 N. Narberth Ave., Narberth. Tickets are $25. Go to www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2903176.
Movie matinee
Gratz College: The Holocaust Awareness Museum and Education Center of Philadelphia will host screenings of the Holocaust-related film “Rescue in the Philippines” at 4 p.m. June 4, along with a Q&A session with the filmmaker. It’s the story of how five brothers – all Cincinnati businessmen making two-for-a-nickel cigars in pre-World War II Manila, together with Filipino president Manuel Quezon, U.S. High Commissioner and former Indiana Governor Paul Mcnu*tt and future President Dwight Eisenhower helped 1,300 Jews escape the Nazis and immigrate to the Philippines. Admission is free. The college is at 7605 Old York Road, Elkins Park. Reservations are recommended by calling (215) 464-4701 or emailing shelley@hamec.org.
Bike and Hike
Hagley Museum and Library: Bike, hike, jog or stroll the banks of the Brandywine during Hagley’s Bike and Hike series 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays June 7-Sept. 13 (till 7 p.m. in September), weather permitting. The path is a three-mile loop from Hagley’s Visitor Center to Eleutherian Mills and back. Participants can explore parts of the 235-acre property not usually open to visitors. Participants can pack their own food, order a picnic tote in advance from the cafe, or choose something to eat when they arrive. There will be select evenings featuring Dogfish Head Craft Brewery beers and Woodside Farm Creamery ice cream. Admission is $2, free to members and children under 5. Use Hagley’s main entrance off Route 141 in Wilmington, Del. See www.hagley.org.
Hip hop forum
Kimmel Center: The Here & Now Hip Hop Forum, a full day of free programming 9:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. June 10 in the SEI Innovation Studio, 300 S. Broad St., Philadelphia, will be a collaborative day of movement and music, including three dance workshops taught by renowned and progressive hip hop instructors and performers; a panel discussion bringing together scholars, artists, choreographers and organizational leaders to discuss the future of the artform; and an open jam session. Wear comfortable dance clothes and arrive 30 minutes prior to the beginning of classes to warm up. Reservations are required by calling (215) 893-1999 or visiting www.kimmelcenter.org.
