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MARCH
Saturday, March 26, 8 -11 AM
Red Clay Valley Cleanup
Helpers of all ages are welcome at this annual rite of spring. Meet at pavilion near playground. Gloves, bags & refreshments provided. Please register in advance at kapa@kennett.net or 610 345-0089.
APRIL
Saturday, April 9, 7:30 PM
Sky Tour
Members of the Chester County Astronomical Society will bring their telescopes to help participants find their way around the heavens. Meet at the Tino Leto Athletic Fields, North Walnut Street (north of Park entrance). No registration; no fee. All ages welcome.
Saturday, April 23, 10 AM
Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Youngsters up to age 12 search for the hundreds of eggs hidden in the locust grove. Meet at Performance Pavilion. Bring a container for your collections. No registration or fee.
MAY
Sunday, May 1, 8 - 10 AM
Bird Walk
Bring your binoculars and search the ponds, open fields, and woodlands for migrating and resident birds with Karen Zeitler. More than 40 species may be discovered. Adults and older children. No registration or fee.
Saturday, May 7, 8 AM - 4 PM
Trout Rodeo, sponsored by Red Clay Valley Association and
Kennett Area Park Authority - advance tickets sold at Buck's Hunting and Dog Supplies- or day of at Park
Ponds stocked with trout for youth and adult fishing. Free fly tying demos, water quality information, raffle throughout day. Breakfast and lunch for sale. PA fishing license required for fishermen 16+.
Thursday, May 12, 6:30 - 8 PM
Nature Walk - Spring Flora and Fauna
From the treetops to below the soil surface, search for nature’s treasures with nature educator Karen Travers. Adults and older children. No registration or fee.
Saturday, May 14
Kennett Run sponsored by Kennett Run Charities
One of Kennett Square's signature events ends at the Park. www.KennetRun.net
Saturday, May 14, 8 -11 AM
Disc Golf Open House
Meet up with members of the Square Disc Club to learn more about the renowned course in the Anson B. Nixon Park. No registration: no fee. For more information, contact 484 880-5987, or
www.squarediscs.com
JUNE
Thursday, June 2 (raindate June 3)
55+ Games and BBQ, more information at KAPRB@verizon.net
Wednesday, June 15, 7 PM
Free Summer Concert
Jamie McClean Band, rock soul
Light supper available for purchase by Enzo's Italian Restaurant, Kennett Square
Wednesday, June 22, 7 PM
Free Summer Concert
Christie Lenee, folky, funky singer songwriter
Light supper available for purchase by Floga Bistro
Wednesday, June 29, 7 PM
Free Summer Concert
Alligator Zydeco, fun Zydeco music presented by The Hadley Fund
Light supper available for purchase by Kennett Square Inn
Thursday, June30(rain date July 1)
Longwood Performing Arts Performance
www.longwoodperformingarts.com
JULY
Wednesday, July 6, 7 PM
Free Summer Concert
Spokey Speakey, reggae
Light supper available for purchase by Newton's on State Street
Saturday, July 9, 8 AM Registration
Throw to Know DiscGolf Tournament
Entry fee contact www.squarediscs.com
Wednesday, July 13, 7 PM
Free Summer Concert
Mason Porter, funky bluegrass
Light supper available for purchase by El Ranchero
Sponsored by: Brandywine Assisted Living at Longwood
Wednesday, July 20, 7 PM
Free Summer Concert
Andrew Lipke & The Prospects, alternative
Light supper available for purchase by Country Butcher Fine Foods
Wednesday, July 27, 7 PM
Free Summer Concert
Ben Arnold, Singer Songwriter
Light supper available for purchase by Jake's Wayback Burgers, Kennett Square
Saturday, July 30, 10 AM - 3 PM
Family Art Fest
Free all-family event, with take away activities including mosaics, abstract painting, rug weaving and origami. Other fun includes face painting, an environmental art hayride, fairy story garden, and musical and dance performances, including the Junk Rock Recycle Band, Danza Tenochtli, the Longwood Performing Arts Center, the Carousel Performing Arts Center and surprise guests.
Sponsored by: Saginaw Day Camp, The Unionville Times and The Kennett times
AUGUST
Wednesday, August 3, 7 PM
Free Summer Concert
Spring Standards, folk rock
Light supper available for purchase by Portabellos Restaurant
Thursday, August 4, 7 PM, Registration open at 6 PM
KAPRB Kids Run
Free to Kids 14 and under. Prizes, drinks, Brusters Water Ice and trophies wiil be distributed to winners! More information on the KAPRB Kids Cross Country Race please contact 610-444-6314 or kaprb@verizon.net
Wednesday, August 10, 7 PM
SummerFest Benefit Concert
A summertime family party - music, food and fun for the whole family
The Winchesters, rockabilly/surf/50's rock & roll & The Blue Cats, upbeat blues
Tickets available for purchase at the free concerts
OCTOBER
Saturday,October 1
Sky Tour
Members of the Chester County Astronomical Society will bring their telescopes to help participants find their way around the heavens. Meet at the Tino Leto Athletic Fields, North Walnut Street (north of Park entrance). No registration; no fee. Al lages welcome.
Sunday, October 30, 8 AM
Monster Mash Dash & Kids Spooky Sprint
Registration fee. Details www.KennettEducationFoundation.org
Thanks to our sponsors - Dansko - Brandywine Assisted Living at Longwood - Citadel FCU - The Hadley Fund - Kennett Beverage
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