David Newman, Kirtan Chant Concert

At Glencairn Museum
Wednesday, October 6, 2010 | 8 pm (doors open at 7:30 pm)

David (chant artist, sacred singer-songwriter and practitioner and educator of Bhakti Yoga) and his wife, Mira, perform music that embodies a devotional mysticism, poetic intimacy and a deep respect for India’s ancient chant tradition. Bring a cushion if you wish. Meet the performers at a reception following the concert. Admission: $20. Members/Students with ID: $15. | www.davidnewmanmusic.com

Benefit Concert: Lachlan Pitcairn Music Scholarship Fund

At Glencairn Museum
Friday, October 22, 2010 | 7:15 pm for pre-concert reception, 8:30 pm for concert

Violin virtuoso Elizabeth Pitcairn, with Randy Gardner (Horn, Philadelphia Orchestra), Marc Antonio Barone (Piano), Hannah Jin Cole (Violin), Jungeun Kim (Piano) and Curtis Institute Alumni will raise funds for a Bryn Athyn College music program while paying tribute to Lachlan Pitcairn, one of the Philadelphia classical music scene’s most beloved patrons. Admission: $50 for pre-concert reception AND concert, $20 for concert only. | www.elizabethpitcairn.com

Autumn Workshop

At Cairnwood Estate
Saturday, October 30, 2010 | 11 am

Our Autumn Workshop is a chance for you dress up in historic costume and pose for old-time photographs. Enjoy autumn treats, spiced cider, candy apples, and a special historic exhibit.

Admission: $5. Members free.

Trim the Tree

At Cairnwood Estate
Tuesday, November 30, 2010 | 9 am

Get into the holiday spirit by helping us make Cairnwood sparkle for Christmas. Join us for a light breakfast and holiday decorating. Take home your own handmade holiday keepsake.

Admission: Free.

Glad Tidings: A Celebration of Christmas

At Glencairn Museum
Sunday, December 5, 2010 | 1–5 pm

Bring your family to a visual and interactive Christmas event. Enjoy Nativities from around the world in our “Follow the Star” exhibit. Search the building on a holiday scavenger hunt, take an audio Christmas tour, participate in a Christmas project, and find the perfect gift at the Ten Thousand Villages sale. Admission: First floor FREE. Additional Activities: $5 Adults, $3 Seniors/Students with I.D.

Historic Cairnwood by Candlelight

At Cairnwood Estate
Thursday, December 9, 2010 | 7 pm

Our annual yuletide event includes an antique gown display, live classical music, an exhibit and photographs, desserts, festive decor, and guided historic tours.

Admission: $15. Members free.