Amphibian and Reptile Spring Awakenings Highlighted in Brandywine Conservancy Lecture

Chadds Ford, PA, March 27, 2018—The sounds of amphibians and reptiles awakening from their winter hibernation marks the arrival of spring in the Brandywine Valley and surrounding area. This season is an ideal time to look and listen for frogs, toads and salamanders moving to their breeding pools to call and find mates, in addition to turtles and snakes emerging from hibernation to bask in the sun. Learn all about these spring Herpetofauna or “herps”—the collective term for both reptiles and amphibians—during the next lecture in the Brandywine Conservancy’s Stewardship Series on Thursday, April 5, 2018.

Entitled “Amphibians and Reptiles Awaken,” this how-to lecture will help you identify these creatures by sight and sound, protect and enhance their habitat, and submit observations as a citizen scientist. Led by Mike McGraw, MES, QAWB (Senior Wildlife Biologist/Ecologist and PA Branch Manager at Applied Ecological Services), the lecture will be followed by an optional field walk along the Brandywine Conservancy marshlands to listen for the sounds of the earliest calling frogs.

“Amphibians and Reptiles Awaken” will be held on Thursday, April 5, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., in the Brandywine River Museum of Art’s lecture room at 1 Hoffman’s Mill Road, Chadds Ford, PA 19317. Admission is $5 for non-members and free for Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art members and Conservancy easement landowners; light refreshments will be provided. Tickets can be purchased by visiting www.brandywine.org/conservancy/events. Those joining the optional field walk are encouraged to bring a flashlight and wear waterproof hiking shoes.

About the Brandywine Conservancy:
The Brandywine Conservancy protects water, conserves land, and engages communities. The Conservancy uses a multi-faceted approach to conservation. Staff work with private landowners who wish to see their lands protected forever, and provide innovative community planning services to municipalities and other governmental agencies. The Conservancy currently holds 483 conservation and agricultural easements and has facilitated the permanent preservation of more than 64,500 acres of land. The Conservancy is a program of the Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art.

About the Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art:
The Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art preserves and promotes the natural and cultural connections between the area’s beautiful landscape, historic sites, and important artists. The Conservancy protects the lands throughout the Brandywine Valley, developing new conservation approaches and assuring access to majestic open spaces and dependable water supplies for generations to come. The Museum of Art presents and collects historic and contemporary works of American art, engaging and exciting visitors of all ages through an array of exhibitions and programs. The Brandywine unites the inspiring experiences of art and nature, enhancing the quality of life in its community and among its diverse audiences.

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Media Contacts: Andrew Stewart, astewart@brandywine.org, 610.388.8331 amd Nicole Kindbeiter, nkindbeiter@brandywine.org, 610.388.8336

Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art | U.S. Route 1, P.O. Box 141, Chadds Ford, PA 19317

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 Grab the family and head for our famous Tower Theater (where a new up and comer singer, Bruce Springsteen, once performed for $5,000). 
Share the history of this iconic concert hall with your children who will love the chance to see all their favorite Disney characters.
Click here for the Tower's Spring Calendar and Tix

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The Community Arts Center (CAC) of Wallingford Presents an April "Mash-Up" of Music, Art and Poetry

Community Arts Center of Wallingford's Spring Fundraiser "Boots & Bandanas" stars the Twangabillies (picture right).  And a painting of a Johnny Cash by David McShane (pictured left) will be one of the auction items the night of the fundraiser!  Photos provided by CAC. 

Discover Mad Poets, Johnny Cash, Motown and More at CAC.

Mad Poets Society Reading
April 5th, 7:00 p.m.

Boots and Bandanas Bash
April 21, 7 - 11:00 p.m.
Mosey on down to the Arts Center in your Western-style best or just your favorite jeans, grab some delicious down-home grub, a few good beers or a bourbon and branch water, and two-step the night away with friendly folks having a darn good time -- all to raise much needed funds that support everything from on-site classes and exhibitions to off-site programming designed to increase access to the arts throughout Delaware County.
Enjoy live music by The Twangabillies (roots rock n' roll and vintage country), plus food, open bar and more.  ADMISSION: $75

Friday Night Live Concert
April 27th, 7 – 10 p.m.
Features Lisa Chavous – R & B from Motown to Philly & Beyond
Friday Night Live is a CAC monthly event that brings together live music and live art. Each event features a live music performance from a local artist. During the performance, featured artists create visual art inspired by and responding to the music. The work is auctioned off by a silent auction taking place throughout the evening. The event is set up in cafe-style in the beautiful Duke Gallery. These events are BYOB and BAYF (bring all your friends).  Water and light refreshments will be available but you are encouraged to bring your own tasty morsels to enjoy during the concert.  ADMISSION: $10 members, $15 non-members

• Register now for adult classes classes and workshops in painting, drawing, ceramics, sculpture, jewelry, mixed media, printmaking, photography, music, and yoga. 
• Children can register for Summer Spree camp, Art Start Pre-School, Lucky Charms afternoon arts enrichment program and After-School and Weekend ART Adventures, Teen Workshops - Register at the website below or call the office at 610-566-1713 for more information.

Community Arts Center Website
Contact: Andrea DiFabio ▪ (610) 566 -1713 ex. 15
adifabio@communityartscenter.org
For information visit www.communityartscenter.org or call 610-566-1713
Community Arts Center, 414 Plush Mill Road, Wallingford, PA 19086

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St. Patrick's Day Extravaganza Features The Celtic Tenors & the National Dance Company of Ireland

Upper Darby Performing Arts Center welcomes the National Dance Company of Ireland to perform a dance and music extravaganza “Rhythm of the Dance” on March 16th

DREXEL HILL, PA: March 1, 2018 – The public is invited to kick off the St. Patrick’s Day weekend on March 16 at 7:30 pm at Upper Darby Performing Arts Center with the dance and music extravaganza “Rhythm of the Dance” performed by The National Dance Company of Ireland. The epic touring show includes a cast of twenty-two step dancers, live musicians, and the popular singing group The Celtic Tenors. The 2018 tour features new choreography, costumes, music, and fresh multi-media.

Upper Darby Performing Arts Center is located at 601 N. Lansdowne Ave, Drexel Hill. Tickets are $35-$45 and UDPAC members save $2 off each ticket. To purchase tickets and for more information, audience members may visit www.udpac.org or call the box office at 610.622.1189. The performance is ideal for ages 12 and up. Parking is free.

Internationally rated as one of the three most popular and successful Irish dance shows on tour (with Riverdance and Lord of the Dance) “Rhythm of the Dance” provides an experience that celebrates the proud and glorious Irish heritage and culture.

The epic performance “Rhythm of the Dance” heralds in a new era in Irish entertainment that celebrates both the rich history of Ireland as well as the art of Irish dance, from the disciplined tradition of the Celtic Step, to the sensual ancient dance style. Using modern art forms of dance and music, this richly costumed show marries the contemporary and the ancient. Combining traditional dance and music with the most up to date stage technology, the show is a thousand year old story executed with all the advantages of the modern day stage show.
The Upper Darby Performing Arts Center and Upper Darby Summer Stage are jointly sponsored by the Upper Darby School District Board of School Directors and Upper Darby Township Mayor and Council through the Department of Recreation and Leisure Services.

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Paul W. Meyer, the 2018 recipient of the Scott Medal and Award, will speak about his passion for horticulture and commitment to sustainability

Sunday, March 18th Scott Arboretum's Spring Celebration Honors Morris Arboretum Executive Director, Paul Meyer
On Sunday, March 18 at 4 pm at the Lang Performing Arts Center the public is invited to hear Paul W. Meyer,the 2018 recipient of the Scott Medal and Award, speak about his passion for horticulture, commitment to sustainability, and exploration of the world in search of good garden plants.

In the words of the 2017 Scott Medal Recipient, R. William Thomas, “Throughout his 40-year career, Paul has made outstanding regional, national, and global contributions to the science and art of gardening. Paul has led the renaissance of the Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania, making it an internationally significant institution known for its collections, aesthetics, education, and research. He has promoted collaboration and cooperation among international as well as local organizations, is a world leader in plant exploration, and has been instrumental in preserving open space.”

Meyer is honored to receive this prestigious award, and pointed to others who share the credit.  “This recognition would not be possible without the hard work of the Arboretum’s staff, board and volunteers whose invaluable contributions enable Morris Arboretum to fulfill its role as a premier public garden.”

A champagne toast and hors d’oeuvres will follow Paul W. Meyer’s presentation. The program is free and open to the public. Please register at 610-328-8025 or online at www.scottarboretum.org.

The Scott Medal and Award was established in 1929 to recognize individuals who, in the opinion of the selection committee, have made outstanding national contributions to the science and art of gardening. The 2017 award of the medal together with $14,000 is given as an acknowledgement of “...achievement of great merit, recognition of work in creating and developing a wider interest in gardening.”

The Scott Arboretum is a unique garden of ideas and suggestions encouraging horticulture in its broadest sense through displays on the 350-plus acre campus of Swarthmore College. We offer some of the region’s most intimate, authentic, and accessible horticultural experiences. The Arboretum is frequently ranked among the most beautiful campuses in the world. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information, please call the Arboretum Offices at 610-328-8025 or visit www.scottarboretum.org.

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