Memorable Memorial Day
For Chester County residents who plan to spend Memorial Day weekend close to home, activities abound.
Since 1896, the Devon Horse Show has attracted visitors to its eclectic, equestrian mix of competition, tradition and family fun. It starts tomorrow and runs through June 5. For more information, visit http://www.thedevonhorseshow.org/.
Thirty-one antique dealers from across the country will be featured at the Brandywine River Museum Antiques Show this weekend, May 28-30 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For additional information visit www.brandywinemuseum.org.
Longwood Gardens is featuring "Lilytopia," an exhibit inspired by the world-famous lily show at Holland's Keukenhof. Longwood's East Conservatory, featuring the newest varieties of lilies developed by Dutch hybridizers, also has a display of more than 10,000 cut stems arranged by renowned Dutch floral designer Dorien van den Berg. More information at http://www.longwoodgardens.org.
Many municipalities will host parades, including Kennett Square, Downingtown, Malvern, and West Bradford Township.
I'm probably missing some of this weekend's myriad options, so please feel free to let me know if I left out one of your favorites.