Main Line Happenings: April 16-22

From the Philadelphia Science Festival to Earth Day celebrations, here are 14 events you won’t want to miss this week.

Mommy or Daddy & Me Gardening
April 18, 10 a.m., Media

Every Wednesday in April, Linvilla Orchards invites families to join them for an interactive, kid-friendly gardening class at its garden center.

Nature Journaling in Spring at Brandywine River Museum of Art
April 18, 6-8 p.m., Chadds Ford

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Head to the Brandywine River Museum of Art to unwind, mingle and make art at this adults-only guided walk and sketching session.

Dining Out For Life
April 19, Various Locations

On Thursday, close to 200 restaurants around Philadelphia will participate in Dining Out For Life, an international fundraising event for local AIDS service organizations.

10th Annual Mission Possible Fundraising Event
April 20, 6-10 p.m., Philadelphia

The Mission Kids Child Advocacy Center, a local organization that provides healing and justice for victims of child abuse, hosts its 10th annual Mission Possible gala at the Please Touch Museum.

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Philadelphia Antiques and Art Show
April 20-22, 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Philadelphia

Treasures from more than 60 dealers will be featured at the 56th annual Philadelphia Antiques and Art Show this weekend. Held at the Navy Yard, the show benefits the Philadelphia Museum of Art and Penn Medicine.

Philadelphia Science Festival
April 20-28, Philadelphia

Organized by the Franklin Institute, this nine-day celebration of all things science features more than 80 events around the city. Highlights include a free festival on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, beer brunch at Yards Brewing Company and stargazing parties.

Baldwin School Maker Faire
April 21, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Bryn Mawr

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The Baldwin School and the Agnes Irwin School have teamed up to present this free and open-to-the-public celebration of invention, creativity and resourcefulness. Featuring artwork, gardening and engineering projects completed by students, the marker faire also includes food trucks, hands-on activities and demonstrations.

25th Annual Brandywine River Cleanup
April 21, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Chadds Ford

Join the Young Friends of the Brandywine at the 25th annual Brandywine River Cleanup as they remove trash from the banks of the river. Lunch will be provided.

MAIDO! Japanese Spring Festival
April 21, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Ardmore

Ardmore’s MAIDO! welcomes spring this weekend with its free festival, complete with samples of traditional Japanese cuisine and drinks.

NarbEarth Day
April 21, 12-4 p.m., Narberth

At the 28th annual NarbEarth Day, community members can participate in eco-friendly activities and crafts, feast on locally-sourced organic food and beverages, shop for produce, swap gently used household items and connect with environmentally-minded organizations.

Record Store Day Party
April 21, 12:30-4 p.m., Ardmore

Presented by WMMR and Ardmore Music Hall, this free celebration includes a live performance from Philadelphia-based band, Hambone Relay, and a ticket giveaway to Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats’ upcoming show.

Farm to Flower Dinner at Terrain
April 21, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Glen Mills

Toast the season at Terrain’s garden-inspired dinner, featuring cocktails from New Liberty Distillery, installations from local florists, and the Tiny Tin Photo Booth, a vintage camper transformed into a photo booth.

Lankenau Medical Center Gala
April 21, 6:30 p.m., Philadelphia

The Lankenau Medical Center’s John B. Deaver Auxiliary of the Women’s Board hosts its annual fundraising dinner at Fairmount Water Works this weekend. The black-tie gala features live and silent auctions, cocktails and dinner.

Highland Orchards Earth Day
April 22, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., West Chester

At Highland Orchards’ Earth Day celebration, learn about where your food comes from, go on a growing tour of the farm and shop from local, environmentally-friendly companies.

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