Information on West Chester events, Bus Trips and more:
https://west-chester.com/139/Parks-Recreation
https://west-chester.com/139/Parks-Recreation
June Events - 2026
Libraries: More than books! Our community libraries serve as community gathering places for people of all ages, with so many events and opportunities! We encourage you to click around the links we provide below every month at your local library’s site. You’ll find book clubs, children’s reading hours, a chance to mess with 3-D printing, knitting clubs, authors’ events, FREE movies for kids and adults, family board games get-togethers, chess clubs, Walk-in technical help (great for seniors), Mahjong clubs, yoga classes, and more! There is something for everybody. Go ahead and click!
(NOTE: For a small fee, you can join a library system in Chester County or Delaware County if you don’t reside in that county, and doing so opens the entire county’s library system to you! We borrow and reserve books online and get them downloaded to our Kindles using the “Libby” app, and we are members of both counties’ library systems.)
June Events at the Rachel Kohl Library:
https://www.kohllibrary.org/programs/ . . . and here are a few things even I didn’t know, as often as I am at Rachel Kohl: They now offer fully loaded Kindles to borrow! And they provide at- home delivery of books and magazines (and those Kindles, I’d guess) for those who don’t drive, are elderly, or unable in some way to show up! If you do show up, bring some food for the Garnet Valley Pantry on the library property.
Lots happening at the Kennett Library:
Kennett Calendar – Kennett Library
Kennett Library has so many innovative programs including a writers group, so visit and click in you’re near or in Kennett.
Check out what’s going on at the West Chester Library:
West Chester Library - LibCal - Chester County Library System
(click the link above and you’ll see great “infographics” of their many programs!)
Lots to do at the Oxford Library:
www.Oxfordlibrary.org
Longwood Gardens Library Membership Program
The Library Membership program works with targeted libraries in the Chester County and Wilmington regions to increase access to the Gardens. Longwood provided a Membership to these targeted libraries in the region for their patrons to check out and visit the Gardens FREE OF CHARGE. Current participating libraries are:
Women’s Clubs (that include men in many events: Looking to make new friends and start new hobbies? Here are two women’s groups that have events for women and partners both, and you don’t have to be new to join:
Newcomers of West Chester: https://newcomerswc.com
Kennett Square Area Newcomers Club: https://ksanc.org
· Lots going on at the Brandywine Museum of Art in June. Check out this Calendar of Events, 1 Hoffman's Mill Rd, Chadds Ford, PA
· Every first Sunday of the month (June 7 this month), the Brandywine Museum admission is FREE OF CHARGE from 10 am to 2 pm
In addition to free admission, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., join in creative art activities* to explore the patterns and artistry in Abundance/Excess: A Contemporary Eye on Still Life. At 11:15 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. attend lively interactive performances from award winning duo, Two of a Kind featuring songs about animals and the environment.
https://www.brandywine.org/museum/events/first-free-sundays-families-0
· Every Friday @ 3 – 6 pm - Farmers Market: Kennett Square, 600 South Broad Street, Kennett Square, PA
WELCOME TO THE KENNETT SQUARE
FARMERS MARKET
The Kennett Square Farmers Market has been serving our community since 2000. It is a program of Kennett Collaborative, the non-profit organization that works to promote, encourage and enhance the economic, community and social vitality of our town. As a gathering point for the community, local farmers and food artisans bring their very own locally-grown and freshly-made goodness to market each week. Consumers have the opportunity to connect directly with small growers and producers, building relationships, trust, and a stronger local food economy.
https://www.ksqfarmersmarket.com/
· Farmers Market: Every Saturday @ 9 am –1 pm – West Chester Growers Market, corner of Church and Chestnut, West Chester, PA
As a producer-only farmers market, the Growers Market supports locally produced food in a convenient, family-friendly location that provides producers opportunities to educate the public about the importance of eating locally grown and produced foods.
https://westchestergrowersmarket.com/
· June 2 @6 – 9 pm am – True Crime on Trial – at Taste & Sea Restaurant , 1810 Wilmington Pike, Glen Mills, PA. Sponsored by Chester County History Center.
You be the judge. Based on the evidence, did the jury in this real historical trial get it right?
True Crime on Trial takes a deep dive into one of Chester County’s most controversial cases, utilizing trial transcripts, newspaper reports, and evidence from the crime scene. Starting at 6:00pm, attendees can order craft beer, cocktails, and delicious bites from the regular menu (not included in ticket.) Historians from the staff of CCHC will present the evidence and give you, the audience, a chance to reach a verdict. At the end, we’ll tell you how the case actually turned out. Warning: Material is graphic and not suitable for minors. There will be detailed discussion of injuries as well as mentions of self-harm and domestic violence.
Tickets are $20.00, which supports the ongoing mission of the Chester County History Center. Members of CCHC receive a 20% discount with code. Food, drinks, and gratuities are NOT included in this ticket. Once purchased, tickets are non-refundable
https://mycchc.org/calendar-events/true-crime-on-trial-glen-mills-pa/
· June 3 & 10 @ 8 – 10 am – Tyler Arboretum: Weekday Bird Walk – Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Road, Media, PA
https://visitdelco.com/event/tyler-arboretum-weekday-bird-walk-2/2026-06-03/
· June 3 (and every Wednesday) @ 7 pm– “Open Mic Night Station Jam” at Station 142 Stage, Bar & Kitchen, 142 E. Market Street, West Chester, PA
Join the fun! All musicians welcome! Station 142 hosts Open Mic Night and “Station Jam” every Wednesday starting at 7:00 PM! Musicians of all kinds are welcome to take the stage with live band backing, a full sound system, and lights. Join us for a night of live music and community at Station 142!
https://www.downtownwestchester.com/event/open-mic-night-station-jam/all/?tribe-bar-date=2026-05-01
· June 3, 10, 1, 17, (Check times at website) Walking Tour: Revolutionary West Chester, 225 N. High Street, West Chester, PA
“Revolutionary West Chester” takes tour participants back to the 18th century, when West Chester was still the colonial crossroads village of Turks Head. Visit the site of the tavern where the issue of independence was debated and where news of the war reached the ears of rural Chester Countians. See the location where wounded patriot soldiers were treated after the Battle of Brandywine and discover the limits of 18th century medicine. Learn about one of the town’s most ardent patriots as we share his experiences as a prisoner of war. This tour explores life in Chester County on the edge of battle, in an age of revolution, and the lives of heroes and everyday people as they negotiated the treacherous path to independence. This is an authentic way to celebrate 250 years of America!
Tour covers approximately 1.5 miles and lasts 90 minutes. Tour is entirely outdoors; sidewalks and terrain may be uneven. Tour is rain or shine, so please dress for the weather. Service dogs are welcome; pets are not permitted on our public walking tours. $16
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/chestercountyhistorycenter/2131480
· June 5 @ 5:30 – 7:30 – First Friday! Summer Concert Series sponsored by Heiler Painting,
On the First Friday of each month, head to Downtown West Chester to enjoy a rotating schedule of free community events and extended evening hours at many retail shops, plus free on-street parking after 5pm!
During the summer, we host a Summer Concert Series sponsored by Heiler Painting. Different bands perform at multiple locations across Downtown West Chester. FREE!
https://www.downtownwestchester.com/firstfriday/summer-concert-series/
· June 5 & 26 @ 5 – 8 pm Twilight on the Terrace – Mt. Cuba Center, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE
Unwind from the week with live music and evening access to the gardens including free tours. Pack your own picnic or purchase local food truck fare, beer and wine.
June 5 (rain date June 6) – Montana Wildaxe - Classic Rock
June 26 (rain date July 3) – Best Kept Soul – Motown soul Revue (Best of Delaware 2024 – Upstate winner)
https://mtcubacenter.org/twilight-on-the-terrace/
· June 6 @ 5:30 – 8:30 pm – Glen Mills Station Gala - West Chester Railroad - 230 E. Market St. West Chester, PA
Join the West Chester Railroad Heritage Association on the evening of June 6, 2026, for a memorable night of fun and fundraising in support of the exterior restoration of our historic Glen Mills station.
Built in 1882 by the Pennsylvania Railroad, this remarkable brick structure is a cherished piece of local history and a defining feature of the Delaware and Chester County landscape. Your support will help preserve the station and prevent further deterioration for generations to come.
The evening begins with a scenic 30-minute train ride from West Chester to Glen Mills. Upon arrival, guests can explore the historic station, tour the trains, and enjoy the surrounding grounds.
Savor hors d'oeuvres and drinks from Kildare's Irish Pub's mobile bar, enjoy live music by The Old Slang Jazz Trio in a beautiful tented setting, and take a chance in our silent auction. After the gala at Glen Mills station, guests will board the train back to West Chester.
Come celebrate history and help save it, one brick at a time.
UNRESERVED COACH SEATS:
Adults (21+) - $82
https://wcrailroad.com/
· June 13 @ 8 am – 2 pm – Race for the Watershed Duck Derby& 5 K – Newlin Grist Mill, 219 South Cheyney road, Glen Mills, PA
Help support healthy waterways in our community! Held in partnership with Concord Township, this event is a fundraiser to help raise money for watershed protection projects at Newlin Grist Mill. The day starts with 5K trail run, with a free beer for all runners over 21! Stick around for the rubber duck races in the Chester creek, a car show, kids games and activities, music, food, and exhibitors! Emcee’d by John McBride and featuring live music from 12-2 by the Rock Slyde band.
https://newlingristmill.org/race/
· June 13 @ 6 – 8 pm -Rustin Day of Film 2026 – Chester County History Center, 225 North High Street, West Chester, PA.
The Chester County History Center will host its third RUSTIN: DAY OF FILM in honor of Bayard Rustin and in celebration of the stories and storytellers that elevate the Black and LGBTQ+ experiences.
The History Center will welcome guests to a 90-minute block of short films curated by our partners at the West Chester Film Festival, followed by a filmmaker Q&A. Concessions will be available for attendees.
June is a special month to celebrate the powerful story of Bayard Rustin, the West Chester native and openly gay Black Civil Rights leader who dedicated his life to a quest for human rights, and who serves as the inspiration for this Day of Film.
Tickets are $10 per person, and all profits benefit the Chester County History Center educational programs.
https://mycchc.org/calendar-events/rustin-day-of-film-2025/
· June 17 – August 16 – (See website for times) Rose Tree Summer Music Festival! 1671 N. Providence Road, Media, PA
You can’t beat a free concert—especially at a scenic outdoor amphitheater in one of Delco’s most beautiful parks! The festival celebrates 50+ years of incredible music with an eclectic lineup where anything goes—classical to Cajun, Motown to rock, Broadway, and everything in between. Check their website for a Printer-Friendly Schedule.
https://www.delcopa.gov/parks/summer-festival
· June 18 @ 6 p.m.- Concerts in the Courtyard: The Deb Callahan Band. Brandywine Museum of Art, 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd. Chadds ford, PA
Based in Philadelphia, the singer and songwriter Deb Callahan released her recent CD Backbone, combining a blues and funk base with a range of rock, soul, roots and swing styles. The songwriting reflects the intense impact of world events over the past few years exploring themes of uncertainty, vulnerability, being comfortable with and showing up for yourself, taking a stand, polarization in beliefs, freedom and letting go.
Backbone was produced by Philadelphia producer, songwriter and guitarist Chris Arms and was recorded live at Morningstar Studios in Norristown, PA with overdubs and mixing completed at Arms’ Studio 501 in Philadelphia, PA. Deb recorded this album with her road tested, all-star band of Allen James on guitar, Garry Lee on bass and Tom Walling on drums. Deb and her band’s sixteen years plus of playing together creates a unique chemistry and an ability to play with natural, nuanced improvisation.
[Advance Tickets: $20 Member; $25 Non-Member. Day-of prices will increase to $30 member $35 Non-Member]
https://www.brandywine.org/museum/events/concerts-courtyard-deb-callahan-band-0
· June 21 @ 7 pm (6 pm doors open) The2026 New Summer Sounds Series (Round !) Kennett Flash for great music! Sponsored by Mattock School of Music
$5 admission | $5 BYOB
Lowball – Melancholy Punk from Newark, DE. Big feelings, loud guitars, restless energy. Music for the emotionally exhausted.
Lampstand – Were a local band for Delaware looking to play some shows and get our music out to people.
Crown of Smoke – From the Tri-State area playing original hard rock for the masses. High energy, big riffs and unforgettable shows!
The 2026 New Summer Sounds Series at The Kennett Flash is designed to highlight new local artists and provide a professional venue to showcase their talent as they compete in a Battle of the Bands format show where our finalists will compete for a $400 prize, 4 hours of recording time, and a chance to headline their own performance at The Kennett Flash!
The series will feature three (3) semi-final rounds, and one final round where our three (3) finalists will compete for: a $400 grand prize (sponsored by The Mattock School of Music); 4 hours of recording time at The Mattock School of Music; and a chance to headline their own performance at The Kennett Flash!
https://kennettflash.org/event/new-summer-sounds-series-round-1-2/kennett-flash/kennett-square-pennsylvania/
· June 21 @ 12 – 2 pm – Father’s Day Express. West Chester Railroad - 230 E. Market St. West Chester, PA
Join us for our regularly scheduled weekly train ride and relax on a journey from West Chester to Glen Mills. Bring along a picnic lunch to enjoy during our brief stop at the picturesque Glen Mills station. While you’re there, take time to explore the scenic surroundings, step inside the beautifully preserved 1880s station building, or stroll over to the nearby Red Brick Winery for a taste of local charm. It’s the perfect way to unwind and experience a bit of history and nature all in one trip!
UNRESERVED COACH SEATS:
Adults - $30
Children (ages 2-12) - $25
Dad - $5
Under age 2 rides free!
https://wcrailroad.com/
· June 26 @ 8 – 10 pm – Death on the Brandywine, The Media Theater Media, PA, 104 E. State Street, Media, PA. (See website for ticket prices)
When a beloved senator is found dead at his son’s high-profile campaign fundraiser, the authorities are quick to rule it a suicide. But his daughter, Jackie Riley, isn’t convinced her father took his own life. Determined to uncover the truth, she turns to her partner, Professor Millie Park, an intuitive and relentless amateur sleuth with the ability to see what others miss. Their search reveals rivalries, betrayals, and scandals, exposing a dangerous web of family secrets, lies, and alibis. The film stars Kate Burton (Grey’s Anatomy, Scandal, Our Son), Rena Sofer (24, General Hospital), Tuc Watkins (Desperate Housewives, Paradise), Shanley Caswell (NCIS: New Orleans, The Conjuring), Jay Huguley (True Detective, The Walking Dead, 12 Years a Slave),Walt Willey (All My Children), and Guy Nardulli (Tulsa King), with Satomi Hofmann as the film’s tenacious amateur investigator. For fans of Knives Out and House of Cards: a sharp, atmospheric political whodunnit set against the old-money elegance of the Brandywine Valley — and filmed right here in our own backyard. Written, Directed & Produced by Nick Wilkinson, p.g.a.(Tickets - $19.50)
https://www.mediatheatre.org/shows-tickets/death-on-the-brandywine
Libraries: More than books! Our community libraries serve as community gathering places for people of all ages, with so many events and opportunities! We encourage you to click around the links we provide below every month at your local library’s site. You’ll find book clubs, children’s reading hours, a chance to mess with 3-D printing, knitting clubs, authors’ events, FREE movies for kids and adults, family board games get-togethers, chess clubs, Walk-in technical help (great for seniors), Mahjong clubs, yoga classes, and more! There is something for everybody. Go ahead and click!
(NOTE: For a small fee, you can join a library system in Chester County or Delaware County if you don’t reside in that county, and doing so opens the entire county’s library system to you! We borrow and reserve books online and get them downloaded to our Kindles using the “Libby” app, and we are members of both counties’ library systems.)
June Events at the Rachel Kohl Library:
https://www.kohllibrary.org/programs/ . . . and here are a few things even I didn’t know, as often as I am at Rachel Kohl: They now offer fully loaded Kindles to borrow! And they provide at- home delivery of books and magazines (and those Kindles, I’d guess) for those who don’t drive, are elderly, or unable in some way to show up! If you do show up, bring some food for the Garnet Valley Pantry on the library property.
Lots happening at the Kennett Library:
Kennett Calendar – Kennett Library
Kennett Library has so many innovative programs including a writers group, so visit and click in you’re near or in Kennett.
Check out what’s going on at the West Chester Library:
West Chester Library - LibCal - Chester County Library System
(click the link above and you’ll see great “infographics” of their many programs!)
Lots to do at the Oxford Library:
www.Oxfordlibrary.org
Longwood Gardens Library Membership Program
The Library Membership program works with targeted libraries in the Chester County and Wilmington regions to increase access to the Gardens. Longwood provided a Membership to these targeted libraries in the region for their patrons to check out and visit the Gardens FREE OF CHARGE. Current participating libraries are:
- Kennett Square Public Library
- West Chester Public Library
- Coatesville Public Library
- Avon Grove Public Library
- Oxford Public Library
Women’s Clubs (that include men in many events: Looking to make new friends and start new hobbies? Here are two women’s groups that have events for women and partners both, and you don’t have to be new to join:
Newcomers of West Chester: https://newcomerswc.com
Kennett Square Area Newcomers Club: https://ksanc.org
· Lots going on at the Brandywine Museum of Art in June. Check out this Calendar of Events, 1 Hoffman's Mill Rd, Chadds Ford, PA
· Every first Sunday of the month (June 7 this month), the Brandywine Museum admission is FREE OF CHARGE from 10 am to 2 pm
In addition to free admission, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., join in creative art activities* to explore the patterns and artistry in Abundance/Excess: A Contemporary Eye on Still Life. At 11:15 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. attend lively interactive performances from award winning duo, Two of a Kind featuring songs about animals and the environment.
https://www.brandywine.org/museum/events/first-free-sundays-families-0
· Every Friday @ 3 – 6 pm - Farmers Market: Kennett Square, 600 South Broad Street, Kennett Square, PA
WELCOME TO THE KENNETT SQUARE
FARMERS MARKET
The Kennett Square Farmers Market has been serving our community since 2000. It is a program of Kennett Collaborative, the non-profit organization that works to promote, encourage and enhance the economic, community and social vitality of our town. As a gathering point for the community, local farmers and food artisans bring their very own locally-grown and freshly-made goodness to market each week. Consumers have the opportunity to connect directly with small growers and producers, building relationships, trust, and a stronger local food economy.
https://www.ksqfarmersmarket.com/
· Farmers Market: Every Saturday @ 9 am –1 pm – West Chester Growers Market, corner of Church and Chestnut, West Chester, PA
As a producer-only farmers market, the Growers Market supports locally produced food in a convenient, family-friendly location that provides producers opportunities to educate the public about the importance of eating locally grown and produced foods.
https://westchestergrowersmarket.com/
· June 2 @6 – 9 pm am – True Crime on Trial – at Taste & Sea Restaurant , 1810 Wilmington Pike, Glen Mills, PA. Sponsored by Chester County History Center.
You be the judge. Based on the evidence, did the jury in this real historical trial get it right?
True Crime on Trial takes a deep dive into one of Chester County’s most controversial cases, utilizing trial transcripts, newspaper reports, and evidence from the crime scene. Starting at 6:00pm, attendees can order craft beer, cocktails, and delicious bites from the regular menu (not included in ticket.) Historians from the staff of CCHC will present the evidence and give you, the audience, a chance to reach a verdict. At the end, we’ll tell you how the case actually turned out. Warning: Material is graphic and not suitable for minors. There will be detailed discussion of injuries as well as mentions of self-harm and domestic violence.
Tickets are $20.00, which supports the ongoing mission of the Chester County History Center. Members of CCHC receive a 20% discount with code. Food, drinks, and gratuities are NOT included in this ticket. Once purchased, tickets are non-refundable
https://mycchc.org/calendar-events/true-crime-on-trial-glen-mills-pa/
· June 3 & 10 @ 8 – 10 am – Tyler Arboretum: Weekday Bird Walk – Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Road, Media, PA
https://visitdelco.com/event/tyler-arboretum-weekday-bird-walk-2/2026-06-03/
· June 3 (and every Wednesday) @ 7 pm– “Open Mic Night Station Jam” at Station 142 Stage, Bar & Kitchen, 142 E. Market Street, West Chester, PA
Join the fun! All musicians welcome! Station 142 hosts Open Mic Night and “Station Jam” every Wednesday starting at 7:00 PM! Musicians of all kinds are welcome to take the stage with live band backing, a full sound system, and lights. Join us for a night of live music and community at Station 142!
https://www.downtownwestchester.com/event/open-mic-night-station-jam/all/?tribe-bar-date=2026-05-01
· June 3, 10, 1, 17, (Check times at website) Walking Tour: Revolutionary West Chester, 225 N. High Street, West Chester, PA
“Revolutionary West Chester” takes tour participants back to the 18th century, when West Chester was still the colonial crossroads village of Turks Head. Visit the site of the tavern where the issue of independence was debated and where news of the war reached the ears of rural Chester Countians. See the location where wounded patriot soldiers were treated after the Battle of Brandywine and discover the limits of 18th century medicine. Learn about one of the town’s most ardent patriots as we share his experiences as a prisoner of war. This tour explores life in Chester County on the edge of battle, in an age of revolution, and the lives of heroes and everyday people as they negotiated the treacherous path to independence. This is an authentic way to celebrate 250 years of America!
Tour covers approximately 1.5 miles and lasts 90 minutes. Tour is entirely outdoors; sidewalks and terrain may be uneven. Tour is rain or shine, so please dress for the weather. Service dogs are welcome; pets are not permitted on our public walking tours. $16
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/chestercountyhistorycenter/2131480
· June 5 @ 5:30 – 7:30 – First Friday! Summer Concert Series sponsored by Heiler Painting,
On the First Friday of each month, head to Downtown West Chester to enjoy a rotating schedule of free community events and extended evening hours at many retail shops, plus free on-street parking after 5pm!
During the summer, we host a Summer Concert Series sponsored by Heiler Painting. Different bands perform at multiple locations across Downtown West Chester. FREE!
https://www.downtownwestchester.com/firstfriday/summer-concert-series/
· June 5 & 26 @ 5 – 8 pm Twilight on the Terrace – Mt. Cuba Center, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE
Unwind from the week with live music and evening access to the gardens including free tours. Pack your own picnic or purchase local food truck fare, beer and wine.
June 5 (rain date June 6) – Montana Wildaxe - Classic Rock
June 26 (rain date July 3) – Best Kept Soul – Motown soul Revue (Best of Delaware 2024 – Upstate winner)
https://mtcubacenter.org/twilight-on-the-terrace/
· June 6 @ 5:30 – 8:30 pm – Glen Mills Station Gala - West Chester Railroad - 230 E. Market St. West Chester, PA
Join the West Chester Railroad Heritage Association on the evening of June 6, 2026, for a memorable night of fun and fundraising in support of the exterior restoration of our historic Glen Mills station.
Built in 1882 by the Pennsylvania Railroad, this remarkable brick structure is a cherished piece of local history and a defining feature of the Delaware and Chester County landscape. Your support will help preserve the station and prevent further deterioration for generations to come.
The evening begins with a scenic 30-minute train ride from West Chester to Glen Mills. Upon arrival, guests can explore the historic station, tour the trains, and enjoy the surrounding grounds.
Savor hors d'oeuvres and drinks from Kildare's Irish Pub's mobile bar, enjoy live music by The Old Slang Jazz Trio in a beautiful tented setting, and take a chance in our silent auction. After the gala at Glen Mills station, guests will board the train back to West Chester.
Come celebrate history and help save it, one brick at a time.
UNRESERVED COACH SEATS:
Adults (21+) - $82
https://wcrailroad.com/
· June 13 @ 8 am – 2 pm – Race for the Watershed Duck Derby& 5 K – Newlin Grist Mill, 219 South Cheyney road, Glen Mills, PA
Help support healthy waterways in our community! Held in partnership with Concord Township, this event is a fundraiser to help raise money for watershed protection projects at Newlin Grist Mill. The day starts with 5K trail run, with a free beer for all runners over 21! Stick around for the rubber duck races in the Chester creek, a car show, kids games and activities, music, food, and exhibitors! Emcee’d by John McBride and featuring live music from 12-2 by the Rock Slyde band.
https://newlingristmill.org/race/
· June 13 @ 6 – 8 pm -Rustin Day of Film 2026 – Chester County History Center, 225 North High Street, West Chester, PA.
The Chester County History Center will host its third RUSTIN: DAY OF FILM in honor of Bayard Rustin and in celebration of the stories and storytellers that elevate the Black and LGBTQ+ experiences.
The History Center will welcome guests to a 90-minute block of short films curated by our partners at the West Chester Film Festival, followed by a filmmaker Q&A. Concessions will be available for attendees.
June is a special month to celebrate the powerful story of Bayard Rustin, the West Chester native and openly gay Black Civil Rights leader who dedicated his life to a quest for human rights, and who serves as the inspiration for this Day of Film.
Tickets are $10 per person, and all profits benefit the Chester County History Center educational programs.
https://mycchc.org/calendar-events/rustin-day-of-film-2025/
· June 17 – August 16 – (See website for times) Rose Tree Summer Music Festival! 1671 N. Providence Road, Media, PA
You can’t beat a free concert—especially at a scenic outdoor amphitheater in one of Delco’s most beautiful parks! The festival celebrates 50+ years of incredible music with an eclectic lineup where anything goes—classical to Cajun, Motown to rock, Broadway, and everything in between. Check their website for a Printer-Friendly Schedule.
https://www.delcopa.gov/parks/summer-festival
· June 18 @ 6 p.m.- Concerts in the Courtyard: The Deb Callahan Band. Brandywine Museum of Art, 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd. Chadds ford, PA
Based in Philadelphia, the singer and songwriter Deb Callahan released her recent CD Backbone, combining a blues and funk base with a range of rock, soul, roots and swing styles. The songwriting reflects the intense impact of world events over the past few years exploring themes of uncertainty, vulnerability, being comfortable with and showing up for yourself, taking a stand, polarization in beliefs, freedom and letting go.
Backbone was produced by Philadelphia producer, songwriter and guitarist Chris Arms and was recorded live at Morningstar Studios in Norristown, PA with overdubs and mixing completed at Arms’ Studio 501 in Philadelphia, PA. Deb recorded this album with her road tested, all-star band of Allen James on guitar, Garry Lee on bass and Tom Walling on drums. Deb and her band’s sixteen years plus of playing together creates a unique chemistry and an ability to play with natural, nuanced improvisation.
[Advance Tickets: $20 Member; $25 Non-Member. Day-of prices will increase to $30 member $35 Non-Member]
https://www.brandywine.org/museum/events/concerts-courtyard-deb-callahan-band-0
· June 21 @ 7 pm (6 pm doors open) The2026 New Summer Sounds Series (Round !) Kennett Flash for great music! Sponsored by Mattock School of Music
$5 admission | $5 BYOB
Lowball – Melancholy Punk from Newark, DE. Big feelings, loud guitars, restless energy. Music for the emotionally exhausted.
Lampstand – Were a local band for Delaware looking to play some shows and get our music out to people.
Crown of Smoke – From the Tri-State area playing original hard rock for the masses. High energy, big riffs and unforgettable shows!
The 2026 New Summer Sounds Series at The Kennett Flash is designed to highlight new local artists and provide a professional venue to showcase their talent as they compete in a Battle of the Bands format show where our finalists will compete for a $400 prize, 4 hours of recording time, and a chance to headline their own performance at The Kennett Flash!
The series will feature three (3) semi-final rounds, and one final round where our three (3) finalists will compete for: a $400 grand prize (sponsored by The Mattock School of Music); 4 hours of recording time at The Mattock School of Music; and a chance to headline their own performance at The Kennett Flash!
https://kennettflash.org/event/new-summer-sounds-series-round-1-2/kennett-flash/kennett-square-pennsylvania/
· June 21 @ 12 – 2 pm – Father’s Day Express. West Chester Railroad - 230 E. Market St. West Chester, PA
Join us for our regularly scheduled weekly train ride and relax on a journey from West Chester to Glen Mills. Bring along a picnic lunch to enjoy during our brief stop at the picturesque Glen Mills station. While you’re there, take time to explore the scenic surroundings, step inside the beautifully preserved 1880s station building, or stroll over to the nearby Red Brick Winery for a taste of local charm. It’s the perfect way to unwind and experience a bit of history and nature all in one trip!
UNRESERVED COACH SEATS:
Adults - $30
Children (ages 2-12) - $25
Dad - $5
Under age 2 rides free!
https://wcrailroad.com/
· June 26 @ 8 – 10 pm – Death on the Brandywine, The Media Theater Media, PA, 104 E. State Street, Media, PA. (See website for ticket prices)
When a beloved senator is found dead at his son’s high-profile campaign fundraiser, the authorities are quick to rule it a suicide. But his daughter, Jackie Riley, isn’t convinced her father took his own life. Determined to uncover the truth, she turns to her partner, Professor Millie Park, an intuitive and relentless amateur sleuth with the ability to see what others miss. Their search reveals rivalries, betrayals, and scandals, exposing a dangerous web of family secrets, lies, and alibis. The film stars Kate Burton (Grey’s Anatomy, Scandal, Our Son), Rena Sofer (24, General Hospital), Tuc Watkins (Desperate Housewives, Paradise), Shanley Caswell (NCIS: New Orleans, The Conjuring), Jay Huguley (True Detective, The Walking Dead, 12 Years a Slave),Walt Willey (All My Children), and Guy Nardulli (Tulsa King), with Satomi Hofmann as the film’s tenacious amateur investigator. For fans of Knives Out and House of Cards: a sharp, atmospheric political whodunnit set against the old-money elegance of the Brandywine Valley — and filmed right here in our own backyard. Written, Directed & Produced by Nick Wilkinson, p.g.a.(Tickets - $19.50)
https://www.mediatheatre.org/shows-tickets/death-on-the-brandywine
