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Updated June 24, 2009

Guided Canoe Trips - 2009

Each of these trips is supervised by an American Red Cross canoe-certified trip leader. They will guide you and your friends and family down the tranquil Brandywine from start to finish. A naturalist will join you to help you experience nature on a whole new level by highlighting the exciting things to see along the way. Ages 15 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Equipment and light snacks will be provided, be sure to bring plenty of water. Please be aware shoes and clothes may get wet. Space is limited and advance registration is required, minimum registration is 8. Call the Nature Center at (302) 655-5740 to register. The fee for each trip is $15 per person, a third person in a canoe is $8 (700 lb. maximum capacity).

Celebrate Independence Day
Saturday, July 4th, 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Learn how the Brandywine was used during the Revolutionary War as we paddle down the river and celebrate America's birthday. We will give a brief canoe instruction, however some canoe experience is recommended. Meet at Thompson's Bridge parking lot.

Photography on the River
Saturday, July 25th, 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Bring along a waterproof camera and capture the beauty of Brandywine Creek as we canoe past Brandywine Valley scenes and under a covered bridge. We will give a brief canoe instruction, however some canoe experience is recommended. Meet at Thompson's Bridge parking lot.

Celebrate the dog days of summer
Saturday, August 29th, 3:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
Join us for a unique opportunity for a late afternoon paddle. We will give a brief canoe instruction, however some canoe experience is recommended. Meet at Thompson's Bridge parking lot.

Paradocx Vineyard Concert Event

Saturday, July 11, 2009 from 4:00-8:00 p.m.
Join Paradocx Vineyard for a relaxing and entertaining summer evening as they host an outdoor concert by americana, roots rock and alternative country band, North 40. � This concert event will include tours of the winery. Wine tastings can be purchased, and Paradocx wine will be available for purchase by the glass and bottle. Paradocx Vineyard encourages guests to bring their picnic dinners along to pair with Paradocx Vineyard wines. $10 concert fee for adults, FREE for children. For more information, call (610) 255-5684, or visit www.paradocx.com.

Beautiful Birding at Brandywine Creek State Park

Birdwalk with Delmarva Ornithological Society
The last Saturday of every month 8:00 a.m.
July 25th, August 29th, September 26th
Bring your eyes, ears and a comfortable pair of hiking boots. Our expert birders from DOS will lead the group, and provide tips and advice to all interested bird watchers. This program is free with paid admission to the park. Daily entrance fees are in effect March 1- November 30.

Owl Prowl
Friday July 10th and Saturday, July 11th , 8:00-9:30 p.m.
Saturday, August 1st, 7:45-9:15 p.m., August 22nd, 7:30-9:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 5th, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Following an introduction to the owls of Delaware, head out into the night to listen for some of the park's resident owls. Bring your sense of adventure, but no flashlights please! $4 per person.

Friends of BCSP summer concerts at the amphitheater: Saturdays, 4:00 p.m.

Saturday, July 11th Father John D'Amico Trio
Saturday, August 8th Red Alert Band

Check out http://friendsofbcsp.blogspot.com or call the park office 302-577-3534 to find out what bands are playing.

Chadds Ford Historical Society Opens New Exhibit

The Chadds Ford Historical Society's new exhibit consists of items within the dairy industry donated from local farmers and members of the Chadds Ford Historical Society. Dairying is still going strong in our area and it is an intensive farming life with no days off! Milk and milk products are all still in high demand. This exhibit shows dairying from the early years to modern day times. It also introduces everyone to the local agricultural heritage still going strong today.

For more information, call (610) 388-7376 or visit www.chaddsfordhistory.org.

Kennett Square's Anson B. Nixon Park Events Calendar

Check this years calendar of events, Trout Rodeo in May, free concerts in June, July and August and more. Visit their website www.ansonbnixonpark.org for complete listings.

TurtleDove Folk Club Concerts

This season's concerts at the West Grove Friends Meeting House include an eclectic mix of folk, spiritual, "new" folk and contemporary folk singer/ songwriters and groups. For more information and to see the list of performers, click to TurtleDove.org. You can buy tickets online too!

Kennett Flash Offers Live Entertainment in Historic Kennett Square

If you like to listen to live music in an intimate setting Kennett Flash is for you. There are only 100 seats for all performances. Artists include folk, rock, blue grass and more. See who is scheduled to perform on the Kennett Flash website www.kennettflash.org.