The Wiyos bring a bit of Oz to The Flash, March 30

The Wiyos come to The Kennett Flash, March 30. KENNETT SQUARE — Mixing a melange of musical influences, the critically acclaimed band The Wiyos will bring their acoustic folk music to the Kennett Flash, March 30. Riding on the tails of their wildly eclectic 2012 release, Twist, a concept album loosely based on The Wizard of Oz, The Wiyos say they are returning to their roots in 2013. The band continues...

Art association hosting trip to D.C.

 Participants will get private tour, sketching session at National Gallery The Chester County Art Association is hosting a daylong trip to Washington, D.C., on April 10. View some of the country’s finest art through the lens of the Chester County Art Association, which is hosting a bus trip to the National Gallery in Washington, D.C., on April 10. In addition to a private tour of the galleries,...

Exhibits to focus on landscapes, animals

 Two shows to open this week at Chester County Art Association “Chester County Fox” is one of the paintings by Sandra Severson that will be displayed at the Chester County Art Association. The Chester County Art Association will celebrate the opening of two new exhibits with a public reception on Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. A juried show, “Poetic Landscapes,” and a solo show of paintings...

Catherine’s hosts Jazz dinner, March 20

Paula Johns, award-winner Galer Estate wines featured at Unionville restuarant Paula Johns EAST MARLBOROUGH — Great food, great wine and an evening of fabulous jazz music can be had at Catherine’s Restaurant in Unionville Village, March 20. For a single price, patrons will enjoy a masterful three-course menu prepared by chef Kevin McMunn — designed specifically to compliment the local culture....

Preview: UHS’ Guys & Dolls is a sure winner

At Unionville High School, show runs from Thursday through Saturday By Eddy K. Foster, Staff Writer, The Times The much-beloved musical Guys and Dolls opens Thursday night at Unionville High School. Based on previews, the production is a winner and a must-see. Show leads include: Natalie Walden (Miss Adelaide), Brandon Baumeister(NathanDetroit), Evan DuPuis (Sky Masterson) and Victoria Provost (Sgt....

Classical music at Brandywine River Museum, March 7

Andrius Zlabys PENNSBURY — Music comes to the Brandywine River Museum with musicians from Astral Artists, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to discover promising classical musicians, March 7. That evening with a start time of 7:30 p.m., Grammy-nominated pianist Andrius Zlabys will perform works by Grieg, Franck and Brahms. Galleries open at 6 p.m. Admission is $25 for adults, $20 for members...

Shared interests spawn unlikely artistic alliance

Despite diverse backgrounds, two area painters enjoy collaborating By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times “Alpaca” by William Basciani was painted at the Chenoa Manor Animal Sanctuary, a rescue facility in Avondale. After meeting several years ago at a cold, blustery art event, two Chester County painters developed a warm friendship and are teaming up for a show at the Chadds...

‘Guys and Dolls’ Feb. 28, March 1-2 at UHS

EAST MARLBOROUGH — Unionville High School will be presenting one of America’s most beloved musicals, Guys and Dolls, at Unionville High School Auditorium on  Thursday, Feb. 28; Friday, March 1, and Saturday, March 2. Directed by Betsy Ballard and Brittany Baumeister,  the show is set in Damon Runyon’s mythical New York City (with several Philadelphia references), Guys and Dolls is an...

Family workshop to focus on Horace Pippin

Brandywine River Museum to host story-reading, book-signing and art activities A book by Chester County author Jen Bryant will be the focus of a workshop at the Brandywine River Museum. The fascinating and challenging life of West Chester artist Horace Pippin will be the focus of a family workshop, author’s talk and book-signing at The Brandywine River Museum on Sunday, Feb. 24, from 11 a.m. to 1...

Annual ‘Art on the Square’ seeking exhibitors

Interested artists, artisans have until March 25 to submit applications The second annual “Art on the Square” will be held April 27. Organizers of the second annual “Art on the Square,” a juried arts and fine crafts festival along the main streets of Kennett Square are seeking a vital component of the event: artists. The festival will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 27, with April 28 as...