October 3:
"Clay pursuits" by Jeanie Silver
Brush and Pallette, 123 E. State Street presents the nature in pottery of Jeanie Silver.  Artist reception 6 to 9 PM.  Showing closes October 20th.  For more information contact 610-444-4565.

October 3:
Historic Kennett Square Annual Fundraising Dinner
HISTORIC KENNETT SQUARE holds it's first annual fundraising dinner in the Ballroom at Longwood Gardens. "He Said Beer She Said Wine" will be a dinner and tasting contest between craft beer and wine presented by Sam Calagione of DogFish Head and wine sommelier Marnie Old from Philadelphia. Beer and wine go "Head to Head" in this 3-course fine dining taste off, each vying for pairing supremacy while dinner guests decide which best complements each dish, beer or wine. Tickets are $150 per person, which includes admission to the gardens, a beer tasting cocktail hour and a specialty dinner, followed by dancing to the Sin City Band. The dinner begins at 7 PM, and will include a silent auction. All proceeds will benefit Historic Kennett Square. Historic Kennett Square is a non-profit organization dedicated to keeping Kennett Square a cultural and economic center. Contact Mary Hutchins at 610-444-8188 or mary@historickennettsquare.com to order your tickets.

October 4:
Kennett Square Brewfest
This year over 40 microbrewers will gather in Kennett Square for the 11th Annual Kennett Square Microbrew Festival. Along with the great-tasting beer there will be outstanding jazz/fusion music provided by The Carl Filipiak Group from Baltimore and local favorites, Sin City Band. Tickets required.

October 4:
68th Chester County Day House
The 68th Chester County Day tour, set for Saturday, October 4, 2008 10am to 5pm will concentrate on the southwestern section of the County, including Birmingham, Chadds Ford, Chatham, Cochranville, East Fallowfield, Kennett Square, Lincoln University, New London, Unionville, West Grove and West Chester.  The tour participants are provided with a map and will be treated to some of the finest architecture, collections of antiques, artistry and history that the southwestern area has to offer. Approximately 25 homes and many historic landmarks will be part of the tour this year. Chester County Day tickets purchased in advance are $35. For those interested in tour tickets with a bus escort, tickets are $55.  Tickets are limited. If available, remaining tickets will be sold for $40 each on the "Day" at the Information Center located in the North Hills Medical Building, 795 East Marshall Street, Suite 103, West Chester. The tour is open to anyone over age 12. The Women's Auxiliary to The Chester County Hospital organizes Chester County Day. All proceeds will benefit the Hospital.  For more information please call 610-431-5301.

October 4:
Sidewalk Sale
Downtown businesses will host a sidewalk sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

October 17:
The Back Alley Theater presents
 "Manon of the Spring"
(Subtitled, PG Rating) Less a sequel than a seamless continuation of its predecessor, Jean de Florette, Manon of the Spring brings with it a more epic scope as it depicts the growth to womanhood of the daughter (Emmanuelle Béart) of the doomed farmer of the first film. As she discovers the truth of what happened to her father as a result of the scheming of their neighbor (Yves Montand), who took the land for himself, she vows revenge, realizing that the neighbor's deeds have irrevocably shaped the course of her life. Her moves toward avenging her father's demise provide an ironic twist to this harsh and thought-provoking saga, and French director Claude Berri perfectly illustrates the lasting consequences of deceit, greed, and revenge. Manon of the Spring is a very special foreign film choice, destined to be revered for years to come. Showtime is 8:00 PM and admission is $5.00

October 18:
Harvest Fest at Anson B. Nixon Park
Noon to 5:00 PM , Anson B. Nixon Park, Kennett Square  Nominal Donation requested.

October 18:
Kennett Symphony "Sorcery & Spirits"
Halloween-themed evening with piano soloist Konstantin Soukhovetski, Winner of the  2002 Hilton Head International & 2007 Calgary Piano Competitions.  The concert will be held at Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall   West Chester University at 8:00 PM

October 22:
Turtledove Folk Club Presents
Spook Handy
The theme's of Spook's songs range from spiritual to songs about social responsibility, sometimes blatant, sometimes covert and are full of fictitious and real characters who have walked through his life.  Farmer Josh in his song, "Vote" - nominated by Just Plain Folks for best traditional song in 2002 - is a caricature of one of Spook's early gurus.  Sri Punkney in "The Guru Shuffle" is the invisible master of a secret spiritual cult that only existed in the inner worlds and to which Spook belonged for a short while.  The best description of Spook's musical style comes from fellow songwriter briz who says:  "The lyrical witt or John Prine, the humor of Arlo Guthrie, the sincerity of John Denver, the boldness of Bob Dylan and the courage of Pete Seeger meld into a cohesive unit that emerges full of hope and promise."  Doors of the West Grove Friends Meeting house open at 7:30 and the concert begins at 8:00.

October 24:
Chester County Art Association's
Spooktacular Costume Bash 7:00 to Midnight at The Garage Community Center, 115 South Union St, Kennett Square.  Call 610-696-5600 X 23 for tickets  $75 each. Proceeds from this event benefit CCAA's educational outreach programs at "The Garage" providing free art instruction to children year-round

October 29:
Halloween Parade
Come on out in your costume for the 5th downtown parade and trick-or-treating.

November 2:
Taiwan's U Theatre presents "Sword of Wisdom" at Longwood Gardens
Taiwan's U Theatre  presents "Sword of Wisdom", a riveting performance that integrates ancient drumming, martial arts, drama, dance and music. Presented in cooperation with the Hanlin Chinese Culture Association and Taipei Culture Center, the dynamic performance takes place amid the autumnal splendor of Longwood's Open Air Theatre. The Longwood performance is one of only six the group will give during its U.S. tour. Tickets are on sale and available at Longwood or by calling 610-388-1000 ext. 100.

November 7:
First Friday Art Stroll
Arts community open house in downtown Kennett Square from 6 to 9 p.m.

November 7:
"The Journey's Path" by Michael McNelly
Brush and Pallette, 123 E. State Street presents the traditional and contemporary themes of Michael McNelly.  Artist reception 6 to 9 PM.  Showing closes November 24th.  For more information contact 610-444-4565.

November 21:
The Back Alley Theater presents
 "Nowhere in Africa"
(Subtitled, R Rating) Both epic and heartbreakingly intimate, Nowhere in Africa begins with a Jewish woman named Jettel Redlich fleeing Nazi Germany with her daughter Regina, to join her husband, Walter, on a farm in Kenya. At first, Jettel refuses to adjust to her new circumstances (she brought with her a set of china dishes and an evening gown), while Regina adapts readily to this new world, forming a strong bond with her father's cook, an African named Owuor. But this is only the beginning of a series of uprootings, and as the surface of their lives is torn away, Walter and Jettel find they have little in common, and must--under tumultuous circumstances--build their marriage anew. With incredible skill and passion, Nowhere in Africa manages to bring you fully into every change in this family's life; it richly deserves the Academy Award it received in 2002. A powerful, deeply moving film.Showtime is 8:00 PM and admission is $5.00

November 22:
Turtledove Folk Club Presents
Mary McCaslin
Mary McCaslin represents an unbroken link between traditional folksingers and today's "new folk" singer-songwriters. Her music ranges from ballads of the old west to her own songs of the new west and modern times. Regarded as a pioneer of open guitar tunings, and known for her distinctive vocal style, Mary's influences can be heard in many younger folk performers.  She is also known for her haunting renditions of pop standards and rock classics, such as "Ghost Riders In The Sky", "The Wayward Wind", the Beatles' "Things We Said Today", and the Supremes' "My World Is Empty". Her versions of the Beatles' "Blackbird" and the Who's "Pinball Wizard" are made more unique by her "clawhammer" banjo accompaniment.   Doors of the West Grove Friends Meeting house open at 7:30 and the concert begins at 8:00.

November 30:
Holiday Downtown Open House & Parade - 3PM
Holiday parade and shops will open their doors to visitors and shoppers for this traditional event. Mr. & Mrs. Claus will arrive and light the town Christmas tree.