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BARN YARD MAZE: Stratton's Wynnorr Farm. Maze Walkers search for a series of educational stations based on a farm animal and farm products theme. Barn Yard Mini Golf, hayrides, pick-your-own-pumpkins, local food products and fall decorations. Weekends 10:00 to 6:00 through end of October. Prices vary by activity. 1631 East Street Rd. (Rte. 926), Westtown. 610-399-3332 or www.StrattonsFarm.com.
FARMERS MARKET: Live music, children's activities, large variety of local foods. Saturdays through end of November. The Foundry on Main Street at French Creek, Phoenixville (downtown). 484-924-8203 or www.phoenixvillefarmersmarket.org.
COMPUTER RECYCLING & HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION: Chester County Health Dept. will hold a recycling and waste collection event on Saturday, Oct. 1, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Government Services Center, 601 Westtown Rd., West Chester. Electronics must be computer related. For rules on hazardous waste collection, visit http://dsf.chesco.org/health/dswm or call 610-344-6692.
HARVEST DINNER & JAZZ CONCERT: The Barbone Street Trio, world-class jazz musicians whose 70+ average age is worn as a badge of honor. Gourmet food buffet and locally produced wine and beer. Oct. 1, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Hosted by the Brandywine Valley Association at the Browning Barn, part of the BVA's 318-acre Myrick Center on Route 84. $50. per person, reservations required. Benefits the BVA's environmental programs. Call 610-793-1090 or visit www.brandywinewatershed.org.
MOVIE: The West Goshen Fall Movie Series presents the animated hit Madagascar on Oct. 1 at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free. Guests are encouraged to bring dry-good donations (e.g., toiletries, detergents, or diapers) for Chester County Cares. J. Leon Hagerty Amphitheater at N. Five Points and Fern Hill Roads In case of inclement weather, location will be the West Goshen Township Administration Bldg, Paoli Pike and N. Five Points Road. 610-696-5266 or www.westgoshen.org.
FALL FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS: Sponsored by Malvern Business & Professional Assn to benefits Thorncraft Therapeutic Horseback Riding. Store booths, arts & crafts, live music, food, kids' area, silent auction. Oct. 2, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. King Street, Malvern. 620-889-2190 or malvernfest@aol.com.
HORROR FILM FESTIVAL: The Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville will run four horror movies for its October Classics on Sundays series. Oct. 2, Poltergeist; Oct. 9, House of Wax; Oct. 23, The Uninvited; Oct. 30, The Shining. All shows start at 2:00 p.m. $7 (general admission, $6 (seniors and students), $4 (children under 13 and members). 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville. 610-917-1228 or www.thecolonialtheatre.com.
WINE FESTIVAL: The Dilworthtown Inn, 1390 Old Wilmington Pike, West Chester. Benefits the Cancer Society of Chester County. 100+ fine wines, live entertainment, gourmet delicacies, artisan vendors. Oct. 2 from noon to 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $30 in advance, $35 the day of the event. Dilworthtown Inn, 610-399-1390 or www.dilworthtown.com.
ADHD PRESENTATION: Dr. Michael Bibbo, neuropsychologist, discusses ADHD and faulty executive function in children and adults. Presented by Chester County CHADD. Oct. 4 at 7 p.m. Struble Room, Chester County Library, Exton. Free admission. 610-429-4060 or www.chestercountychadd.org.
TIME AND SPACE SERIES: Dr. Marc Gagne explores the relationship between astronomical and calendar time. Sponsored by the Chester County Historical Society. Oct. 5 at 7:00 p.m. WCU Planetarium, Church St. south of Rosedale Ave., West Chester. $4.00 members, $7.00 non-members.610-692-4800 or www.chestercohistorical.org.
FASHION SHOW: The West Chester Business Improvement District presents a fashion show highlighting the merchants of downtown West Chester, hailed as the "best shopping district on the Main Line" by Philadelphia Magazine. Oct. 6 at 6:00 p.m. (refreshments) and 7:00 p.m. (show) at the Chester County Historical Society, 225 North High St., West Chester. $35.00. Tickets available in the Historical Society Museum Shop and from downtown merchants. 610-692-4800 or www.chestercohistorical.org.
WORKSHOP: The Penn State Extension presents "How to Work with Active Children" on Oct. 6 at 7:00 p.m. Chester County Extension, 601 Westtown Rd. Suite 370, West Chester. 610-696-3500 or www.betterkidcare.psu.edu.
AFRICAN AMERICAN ART SHOW: The 10th Annual African American Art Show features the work of regional visual artists. Proceeds benefit the West Chester NAACP scholarship fund. Oct. 8, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Chester County Historical Society Auditorium, 225 North High St., West Chester. $5.00 for adults, $2.00 for children includes admission to the Historical Society. 610-692-4800 or www.chestercohistorical.org.
BLUES CONCERT: Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Oct. 8, 1:30 p.m. Steve Guyger and the Excellos. Blues harp music in the Open Air Theatre. This concert is included in the regular Gardens admission of $14 (adults), $6 (16 to 20), $2 (6 to 15); under 6, free. 610-388-1000.
CHILDREN'S FILM SERIES: The Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville presents film adaptations of classic children's novels. Oct. 8, Nicholas Nickleby; Oct. 15, Emma; Oct. 22, Little Women. All shows start at 2:00 p.m. Admission $4.00. 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville. 610-917-1228 or www.thecolonialtheatre.com.
WINE & BEER FESTIVAL: Duling-Kurtz House and Country Inn, 146 S. Whitford Rd., Exton, Oct. 9 from noon to 4 p.m. Benefits the Chester County SPCA. 100+ fine wines, freshly brewed beers.
BENEFIT GOLF CLASSIC: Chester County Futures 2005 Benefit Golf Classic is set for Tuesday Oct. 11 at the Downingtown Golf Club. Proceeds benefit low-income Chester County public high school students. Golf packages include lunch, reception, dinner, golfer gift bag, refreshments on the course, greens fees, an ad in the event program, and more. Sponsorships begin at $300. Registration deadline is Oct. 1. For more information, call 610-458-9926 or visit www.ccfutures.org.
MUSIC OF THE 1920s: Chester County Library, Exton, Oct. 11, 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. "A Lecture in Song" by vocalist Dick Smolens. Footage from the first "talkie musical" and vintage recordings. Free admission. 610-280-2616.
FLEA MARKET: Upper Main Line Ladies Aux. VFW 5203, Oct. 12, 8 a.m to 1 p.m. at Tribute Hall located at the VFW Post Home, 130 Grubb Rd., Paoli. Tables: $12. 610-644-4519.
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP: Chester County Library, Exton, Oct. 13 & Oct. 20 at 6:30 p.m. A 4-hour demonstration and hands-on course. Participants should attend both sessions. Admission is free, but reservations are requested. 610-280-2666.
ANTIQUE SHOW: 27th annual Yellow Springs Antiques Show, Oct. 14-16, village of Yellow Springs. Oct. 15: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Oct. 16: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. $10, includes catalog. Early buyers reception Oct. 14, 6 to 9 p.m., $75. 610-827-7414, ext. 10
BLUES CONCERT: Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Oct. 15, 1:30 p.m. The Tom Larsen Band. Blues guitar music in the Open Air Theatre. This concert is included in the regular Gardens admission of $14 (adults), $6 (16 to 20), $2 (6 to 15); under 6, free. 610-388-1000.
CHILDREN'S FILM SERIES: Film adaptation of the Jane Austen novel Emma starring Gwyneth Paltrow, Appropriate for ages 8 and up. 111 minutes. Oct. 15 at 2:00 p.m. at the Colonial Theatre, 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville. Admission (child or adult) $4.00. 610-917-1228 or www.thecolonialtheatre.com.
MOVIE: The West Goshen Fall Movie Series presents the classic film The Wizard of Oz on Oct. 15 at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free. Guests are encouraged to bring dry-good donations (e.g., toiletries, detergents, or diapers) for Chester County Cares. J. Leon Hagerty Amphitheater at N. Five Points and Fern Hill Roads In case of inclement weather, location will be the West Goshen Township Administration Bldg, Paoli Pike and N. Five Points Road. 610-696-5266 or www.westgoshen.org.
VAUDEVILLE: Broadway performers Jeff Gardner and Jerold Goldstein put laughter in your heart and a tear in your eye with music and routines from Charlie Chaplin, Jimmy Durante, the Marx Brothers, Al Jolson, Irving Berlin and more. Oct. 16 from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. with one intermission. Free refreshments in the lobby at 2:00 p.m. The Colonial Theatre, 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville. Admission: $15 (general admission), $12 (members, seniors, and students), $10 (children under 12). 610-917-1228 or www.thecolonialtheatre.com.
BAND CONCERT: Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Oct. 16, 12:00 noon and 1:30 p.m. The Unionville High School Band (Kennett Square, PA) performs two 20-minute concerts in the Main Fountain Garden. These concerts are included in the regular Gardens admission of. $14 (adults), $6 (16 to 20), $2 (6 to 15); under 6, free. 610-388-1000.
CHILDREN'S BOOK SIGNING: Ellen Langas Campbell, author of the Girls Know How series, at Barnes & Noble, Exton, Oct. 16, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Free admission. Geared towards girls and boys 8-12, includes reading of excerpts by the author, a career exploration workshop, leadership activities, a chance for kids to create a floor plan for the perfect room or clubhouse, and book signing. 610-524-0103.
COLLEGE OPEN HOUSE: The Downingtown campus of Delaware County Community College will hold an Open House for high school students and adults thinking of returning to the classroom. Tour the campus and learn about available degree and certificate programs. The campus is located off Rt. 322 in East Brandywine Township. Oct. 19 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. For more information, call Learner Services at 484-237-6210 or e-mail chesco@dccc.edu.
DEVON HOUSE TOUR: The Devon Horse Show and Country Fair presents its Annual Fall Festival of Homes on Oct. 20 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Self-guided tour of seven Main Line houses, each offering something unique in décor and design. Ticket price of $40 includes box lunch. Boutique shopping is available, and local caterers will offer food samples. Proceeds benefit Bryn Mawr Hospital. 610-525-2533.
LUNCHEON: Family Services of Chester County luncheon, Oct. 20, 11:30 a.m. registration, Chester Valley Golf Club, Malvern. Host: Dr. Dan Gottlieb, WHYY-TV. 610-696-4900, ext. 16.
BLUES CONCERT: Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Oct. 22, 1:30 p.m. The Dukes of Destiny in the Open Air Theatre. This concert is included in the regular Gardens admission of $14 (adults), $6 (16 to 20), $2 (6 to 15); under 6, free. 610-388-1000.
LUNCHEON/FASHION SHOW: Chester County Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution luncheon, Oct. 22, 12:00 noon, at the Inn of Chester Springs, Route 100, Lionville. Fashion show presented by Chico's of Paoli. For information or reservations, phone Nancy Jarvis at. 610-873-8667.
BAND CONCERT: Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Oct. 23, 12:00 noon and 1:30 p.m. The Upper Darby High School Band performs two 20-minute concerts in the Main Fountain Garden. These concerts are included in the regular Gardens admission of. $14 (adults), $6 (16 to 20), $2 (6 to 15); under 6, free. 610-388-1000.
