Upper Darby Sellers Library presents Minas in free outdoor concert
UPPER DARBY » People are invited to bring their chair or blanket for seating at the Minas’ free one-hour concert on the lawn of the Sellers Memorial Branch of the Upper Darby Township Library, 7 p.m. Friday, August 5.
From small intimate settings to large venues, Orlando Haddad and Patricia King of Minas (minasmusic. com) enchant audiences with their magical and unique sound, artistry, and warmth. Minas takes Brazilian and American roots to create a sound that is fresh and innovative, from ballads tinged with melancholic traits of blues and choro, to folk coasting on the subtle coolness of a bossa nova pulse, to upbeat sambas elaborated with instrumental jazz improvisation, scat singing, and whimsical whistling.
With a catalogue of eight recordings released on their label Bluezul and a collection of over 100 songs, Orlando
and Patricia’s compositions have been compared to classics by Cole Porter and Antonio Carlos Jobim. Capturing the essence of great songwriting with memorable melodies, inventive harmonies, and poetic lyrics, the music of Minas is engaging and timeless. For everyone’s comfort and safety, pets are not permitted. Those who use a sprayon sunscreen and/or bug repellant, must apply prior to arrival. Alcohol and smoking will be prohibited.
In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be held in the accessible Adult Library. Call the library at 610-789-4440 for more information. The Sellers Memorial Branch is located at 76 South State Rd., Upper Darby.
Swarthmore Public Library conducts registration for art class
SWARTHMORE » Swarthmore Public Library will present “Watercolor with Anna,” 1-3 p.m. July 25-27.
People are welcome to join artist and teacher Anna Loro for a three-part class where she will guide them through the process of creating with watercolor paints. Some supplies will be available, but returning participants are asked to bring their kits. Space is limited and registration is required. This program is generously funded by the Aging in Place Grant from Swarthmore Borough.
The Library will hold Turntable Tuesday, 6:307:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 26. Music lovers are invited to attend the Turntable Tuesday events on the last Tuesday of every month for an in-person, vinyl listening and discussion group. Participants can bring their own theme-related records to play. This month, the group will be chatting about the best drummers. This event is free and open to all adults ages 18 and beyond.
The Library’s “Coffee Talk” group at The Broad Table Tavern, 10 S. Chester Rd., Swarthmore, will meet 10 a.m. Saturday, July 30. The group meets on the last Saturday of every month to grab a cup of coffee and and chat about a variety of topics that often include book and movie recommendations, suggestions for staying active and occupied, and current events. The group is an opportunity to connect with friends and community.
For information on any of these events, or to find out about other events at the library, call 610-543-0436
Media-Upper Providence Library offers knitting group
Providence Library, 1 E. Front St., Media offers an in-person afternoon knitting group for adult beginners and experts, 1-2:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of every month. People can learn how to knit and crochet and they can share their needlework projects for help or demonstration. The next group will meet Tuesday, Aug. 16.
For more information, call 610-566-1918.
Upper Chichester Library announces upcoming programs, crab feast
UPPER CHICHESTER » Upper Chichester Library will present Mr. Andrew’s Music in the Park every Tuesday morning at 10:30 a.m. at Kingsman Road Park, the future site of the new library building. The library
will also host Family Fun Night there on Wednesday, July 27 with Mr. Andrew’s Music, ice cream and Ms. Therese’s fun and games.
On Wednesday, Aug. 3, at 1 p.m., the library will host a lively book discussion with Susan Mulvihill, who will discuss Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice. To reserve a spot, call 610-485-0200.
The Upper Chichester Library’s annual Crab Feast is planned for 1-4 p.m. Sunday, August 7, at The Ballroom at Bethel Firehouse,
3737 Foulk Road, Garnet Valley. Tickets cost $60 and must be purchased at the door. Menu includes all you can eat crabs, BBQ chicken, Cornbread, Baked Beans, Corn on the Cob, Hot Dogs on Roll and Mac and Cheese. The event is BYOB.
All proceeds will support the new Upper Chichester Library and Community Resource Center. For more information, call the library at 610-485-0200 or visit http://www.upperchichesterlibrary.org/.