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Don’t miss out on a spectacular festival or art show around the Main Line in 2021. Here are the top resources for lifestyle and culture.
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ANNUAL FESTIVAL
Wayne Music Festival
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ART CENTER
Wayne Art Center
413 Maplewood Ave., Wayne, (610) 688-3553, wayneart.org
ART EVENT
Wayne Art Center’s CraftForms
For more than 25 years, this juried show has hosted the best contemporary craft artists in Wayne. The 2021 event runs Dec. 4-Jan. 29. 413 Maplewood Ave., Wayne, (610) 688-3553, wayneart.org
ART GALLERY IN CHESTER COUNTY
Gallery 222
A doyenne of Chester County art, Andrea Strang is behind the shows that regularly sell out. Coming in August: In the Cottage, a collection of Strang’s unsold pieces. 222 E. King St., Malvern, (610) 608-6636, gallery222malvern.com
ART GALLERY IN DELAWARE COUNTY
LAA Art Collective
With an eye for soft, brightly colored abstracts and florals and the textile arts, Lauren Anrig Addis has turned her gallery into a haven for new and well-known artists. 122 E. Lancaster Ave., Wayne, (215) 255-5950, laurenanrigaddis.com
ART CENTER IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY
Sky Soup Art Center
Inspired by owner Heather Exley’s emphasis on formal education and creativity, Sky Soup is a favorite for birthday parties and kids’ classes. 203 Bala Ave., Bala Cynwyd, (610) 206-3568, skysoup.org
NONPROFIT ART CENTER
Art Trust Gallery
With its diversity of mediums and subjects and tireless support of local artists, the Art Trust team has transformed Meridian Bank’s lobby into a contemporary art mecca. 16 Market St., West Chester, (484) 301-2784, thearttrust.org
B&B WITH A VIEW
Inn at Whitewing Farm
Perfect for a romantic staycation, the inn has acres of outdoor splendor to explore. It’s also an easy to drive to Longwood Gardens, Winterthur and the Brandywine River Museum of Art. 370 Valley Road, West Chester, (610) 388-2013, innatwhitewingfarm.com
BOOKSTORE
Reads & Company
This independent shop has something for everyone. Can’t decide? Ask the expert staff for suggestions. Check out the shop’s author events, too. 234 Bridge St., Phoenixville, (484) 920-3695, readsandcompany.com
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DATE NIGHT (TIE) SALT Performing Arts
1645 Art School Road, Chester Springs, (610) 703-1734, saltpa.com
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
226 N. High St., West Chester, (610) 356-2787, uptownwestchester.org
FAMILY MOVIES
Reel Cinemas Narberth Stadium 2
COVID closures haven’t dented our desire to bring the family to one of the Main Line’s classic theaters. Get the popcorn ready and save us a seat. We’ll be back. 129 N. Narberth Ave., Narberth, (610) 667-0115, reelcinemaspa.com
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GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT (TIE)
Orchestra Concordia
(610) 631-1676, orchestraconcordia.org
White Dog Cafe
Various locations, whitedog.com
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HOTEL
The Radnor Hotel
591 E. Lancaster Ave., St. Davids, (610) 688-5800, radnorhotel.com
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INDEPENDENT BOOKSTORE
Reads & Company
234 Bridge St., Phoenixville, (484) 920-3695, readsandcompany.com
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INDIE FILMS
Bryn Mawr Film Institute
824 Lancaster Ave., Bryn Mawr, (610) 527-9898, brynmawrfilm.org
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INTIMATE THEATER
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
226 N. High St., West Chester, (610) 356-2787, uptownwestchester.org
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LIVE BAND
Chico’s Vibe
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LIVE MUSIC VENUE
Ardmore Music Hall
23 E. Lancaster Ave., Ardmore, (610) 649-8389, ardmoremusic.com
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LOCAL PARADE
Garrett Hill July 4th Parade
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MUSIC STORE
Taylor’s Music
116 W. Gay St., West Chester, (610) 696-1812, taylorsmusic.com
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NONPROFIT EVENT
Orchestra Concordia
(610) 631-1676, orchestraconcordia.org
OPEN-MIC NIGHT
Steel City Coffeehouse & Brewery
Proprietors Laura and Ed Simpson welcome new talent, especially during the Thursday night singer/songwriter shows. 203 Bridge St., Phoenixville, (484) 924-8425, steelcitycoffeehouse.com
ROMANTIC STAYCATION
Wayne Bed & Breakfast Inn
This turn-of-the-century home has five guest rooms, each decorated with Victorian-era antiques. Innkeepers Elyse Ryan and Robert Rugart are happy to arrange outings, book dinner reservations and point guests to the Main Line’s best kept secrets 211 Strafford Ave., Wayne, (610) 715-2224, bnbinn.com
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TRAVEL AGENCY
Mad Hatter Adventures
2548 West Chester Pike, Broomall, (610) 716-7674, madhatteradv.com
TRAVEL AGENT
WhirlAway Travel’s Jamie Jones
Traveling isn’t easy these days, which is why we need Jones’ expert guidance more than ever. She tailors fabulous vacations to fit the interests of every client. 26 Market St., West Chester, (610) 431-3642, whirlawaytravel.com
VINYL SHOP (TIE)
Deep Groove Records Shady Dog Record & Disc Exchange
Vinyl is back—at least for a certain discerning demographic. These two Chester County spots feature a carefully curated inventory of new and used records. If you want to go even further down the rabbit hole, Deep Goove offers rehabbed vintage stereo equipment. 110 Bridge St., Phoenixville, (484) 924-9205, deepgrooveaudio.com; 638 Lancaster Ave., Berwyn, (610) 644-1160, shadydogrecords.tumblr.com
★ HALL OF FAME WINNERS
BRYN MAWR FILM INSTITUTE
824 Lancaster Ave., Bryn Mawr, (610) 527-9898, brynmawrfilm.org
DESMOND HOTEL MALVERN
1 Liberty Blvd., Malvern, (610) 296-9800, desmondgv.com
LINVILLA ORCHARDS
137 W. Knowlton Road, Media, (610) 876-7116, linvilla.com
PEOPLE’S LIGHT
39 Conestoga Road, Malvern, (610) 644-3500
THE RADNOR HOTEL
591 E. Lancaster Ave., St. Davids, (610) 688-5800, radnorhotel.com
