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Check out our calendar for more events throughout May.
Editor’s Pick
May 18-19
Derby at the Vineyard
Chadds Ford
This unique weekend event is being billed as a “celebration of the good life” by its hosts, Penns Woods Winery and Paradox Country Farm. Sip a glass of wine and look on as skilled riders navigate challenging courses atop their horses. Both days also feature live music and an artisan market—and little ones can meet the horses and their riders. Visit pennswoodswinery.com. —G.L.
May 3
Spring Gallery Walk
West Chester
Local artists display their work throughout this self-guided art tour of downtown West Chester. Pop into local businesses and galleries to meet fellow creatives—and maybe even fall in love with a piece for your home. Refreshments and light appetizers are also part of the evening. Visit downtownwestchester.com.
May 4
Spring Craft Fair
Exton
Searching for the perfect Mother’s Day gift? There’s a good chance you’ll find what you’re looking for at this seasonal extravaganza featuring some 70 vendors. We won’t blame you for picking up something special for yourself, too. Visit westwhiteland.org.
May 9–Sept. 29
Festival of Fountains
Kennett Square
The 1,719 jets that make Longwood Gardens’ fountains so spectacular are artfully choreographed to a rousing soundtrack. The stunning combination of brilliant landscape design and innovative technology never gets old. Shows take place throughout the day. Visit longwoodgardens.org.
May 17-31
Festival of the Peony
Chadds Ford
Fields of fragrant peonies are in their full glory at this annual festival. Choose to walk or drive amid the blooms, and be sure to purchase your own cut flowers at the gate. Visit styerspeonies.com.
May 19
Clover Market
Bryn Mawr
Clover Market has fast become a cherished annual tradition in Bryn Mawr. Expect over 90 vendors offering handmade and vintage goods, along with food trucks, live music and free kids’ crafts. Visit theclovermarket.com.
May 22–June 2
Devon Horse Show
Devon
This renowned Main Line institution is in its 128th year, and extensive improvements have been made to better accommodate both riders and spectators. Horse enthusiasts won’t be disappointed, with skilled equestrians competing for almost $1 million in prize money. The diverse lineup of family-friendly fun spans over 12 days. This year’s Ladies Day is May 29. Proceeds benefit Bryn Mawr Hospital. Visit devonhorseshow.net.
What We’re Reading
Inspired by a family vacation to Lake George, New York, Gilbertsville author and paranormal investigator
Mallory Cywinski shares this spooky slice of suspenseful fiction tempered by a touch of romance. Desperate Creatures follows Mara Cooke, a successful young author who suffers a life-altering accident one summer evening. In a desperate attempt to reclaim her life and escape the endless guilt weighing her down, she flees to a lakeside cabin in the Adirondack Mountains, where things take a creepy paranormal turn. Brace yourself for an ending you won’t see coming. $14.99, 265 pages. Available through Amazon.
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