Eastern Region calendar of events whereandwhen.com
events subject to change Feb 1. Performance: Mountain Heart. Known for cutting-edge acoustic excellence, this Grammy-nominated vanguard of contemporary folk musicians has shared stages with Brad Paisley, Alison Krauss, George Jones and Lynyrd Skynyrd, among others. 8-10pm. Zoellner Arts Center at Lehigh University, Bethlehem. www. zoellnerartscenter.org Feb 2. Performance: Monterey Jazz Festival 55th Anniversary Tour. A powerhouse lineup with Dee Dee Bridgewater, Christian McBride, Benny Green, Lewis Nash, Chris Potter and Ambrose Akinmusire - a perfect mixture of old and new, vocal and instrumental, bee bop, fusion, free and soul jazz. 8pm. Merriam Theater, Philadelphia. Feb 2. Performance: Angelina Ballerina: The Musical. Based on the beloved children’s books and animated television series, this show from the award-winning Vital Theatre Company will have attendees dancing in the aisles. Perfect for children ages 3-12. 1-3pm. Allentown Symphony Hall, Allentown. http://allentownsymphony.org Feb 8-9. Valentine Tea. Feb. 8 at 6pm. Feb. 9 at noon. Sugar’s Tearoom & Gift Shoppe, Kingston. 570-7144832, http://sugarstearoom.com Feb 9-24. Crystal Cabin Fever - Dinotopia. Check out the amazing ice displays all sculpted from more than 100 tons of ice. There will be ongoing live ice carving shows and professional ice competitions. Crystal Cabin Fever at Sculpted Ice Works, Lakeville. 570-226-6246, www.crystalcabinfever.com Feb 18. Washington’s Birthday Celebration. Celebrate George Washington’s birthday with music, crafts and, of course, cake. Guests may meet Mr. and Mrs. Washington, try on 18th-century clothing and join the Continental Army. Troops will receive a special inspection from Gen. Washington. Valley Forge National Historical Park, King of Prussia. 610-783-1099, www.nps.gov/vafo
Feb 22-24. Pink Invitational Gymnastics Meet. As a women’s sport geared toward mentoring young athletes into their adult years, gymnastics organizations have a unique opportunity to raise awareness and funds in support of breast cancer survivors. Gymnasts will experience the joy of giving to others through a sport they love. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia. 610-431-2477, www.pinkinvitational.com Feb 23. Build a Bluebird Box. Join park staff in building a home for Pennsylvania’s most popular song birds. Families can construct bluebird boxes for use in a park or their own back yard. Attendees will learn everything they need to know about a bluebird box, including construction, mounting and seasonal maintenance. 2pm. Meet at the office. Fee per bluebird box kit. Warwick County Park, Pottstown. 610-469-1916 Feb 23. Performance: Molly Ringwald. Featuring in the films Sixteen Candle, The Breakfast Club and Pretty in Pink, iconic ’80s movie star Molly Ringwald is an actress, singer and dancer. Ringwald is now fulfilling her lifelong love of jazz and the great American songbook by releasing her new CD in 2013. Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square. 610-388-1000 Feb 26-Mar 10. Performance: Robin Hood. Follow the exciting adventures of Robin and his band of Merry Men as they steal from the rich and give to the poor, out fox the Sheriff of Nottingham and save the fair Maid Marian from distress during this rollicking, good-natured musical based on the Old English legend. Mitchell Performing Arts Center, Bryn Athyn. www.storybookmusical.org Feb 27. Amazon to the Andes. Attendees will soar with butterflies, hummingbirds and condors as they explore remote villages, modern cities and archaeological sites in the mountains, canyons, rivers, lakes, jungles and cloud forests of Ecuador and Peru with Dr. BonhageFreund, who has led extensive trips to this fascinating region. 2 and 7:30pm. Ritz East, Philadelphia. 610-6495220, www.geographicalsociety.org
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