Cary Elwes will appear at a Reading screening of “The Princess Bride.”(Chris Pizzello/Associated Press)
Coming to the Santander Performing Arts Center in Reading (www.santander-arena.com/): A screening of “The Princess Bride” with an appearance by star Cary Elwes Saturday at 7:30; Dan and Phil Monday at 7:30; Collective Soul Wednesday at 7:30.
Family exhibit
The exhibit “How People Make Things” is on view at the Reading Public Museum through Jan. 10, linking familiar childhood objects to a process of manufacturing that combines people, ideas and technology. Inspired by the factory tour segments from “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood,” it offers hands-on activities using real factory tools and machines to create objects. Learn more at readingpublicmuseum.org.
Pati Jinich
Celebrity chef Pati Jinich will lead a program Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the GoggleWorks Center for the Arts in Reading. (Associated Press)
Celebrity chef Pati Jinich will lead a program Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the GoggleWorks Center for the Arts in Reading in a program presented by the Jewish Federation of Reading/Berks. Jinich is a bestselling author and host of PBS’ “Pati’s Mexican Table.” She will be sharing stories from her book “Foods of La Frontera,” exploring connections between food, family, culture and identity. Tickets are $36 and include a copy of the book.
RSVP at readingjewishcommunity.org, by emailing info@jfreading.org of calling 610-921-0624.
Daniel Boone festival
A fall festival is coming up Sunday at the Daniel Boone Homestead in Berks County. (Courtesy of Daniel Boone Homestead Associates)
The Daniel Boone Homestead’s Heritage Day Fall Festival is set for Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. at the historic site in Exeter Township, Berks County, with Colonial and early American demonstrations, trades and hands-on activities. There will be artisan craft and specialty food vendors along with fall activities for children.
Learn more at www.thedanielboonehomestead.org and Daniel Boone Homestead on Facebook.
Greek Food Festival
The annual Greek Food Festival is set for Friday through Sunday at Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 1001 E. Wyomissing Blvd., Reading. Greek food, pastries, music and vendors. Hours are noon to 8 Friday and Saturday, noon to 5 Sunday. Details at www.facebook.com/GreekFoodBazaar.
Paranormal Cirque
Paranormal Cirque: Specter blends theatre, circus, and cabaret with a haunting European flair. See it at Kutztown Fairgrounds Friday-Monday. Kayla Bryant
Paranormal Cirque: Specter will be held Friday through Monday at Berks County’s Kutztown Fairgrounds, 450 Wentz St. Under 18 requires accompanying parent or guardian due to adult language and material. Purchase tickets at paranormalcirque.com/tickets or call/text 941-704-8572.
Johnny Blue Skies
Johnny Blue Skies and the Dark Clouds perform Thursday at 8 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia (xfinitymobilearena.com).
The Met
Little Big Town is coming to Philadelphia. (Ted Shaffrey/Associated Press)
The Met Philadelphia (themetphilly.com) presents Little Big Town Saturday at 7:30 and Beck Sunday at 8.
Highmark Mann
Brand New performs Friday at 8 at Philadelphia’s Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts (highmarkmann.org).
Philly culture
Coming to cultural venues in Center City Philadelphia (ensembleartsphilly.org): Philadelphia Ballet’s “Dance at Great Velocity” Thursday through Sunday in the Academy of Music; Don Lemon and DL Hughley Friday at 7 in the Miller Theater; a screening of “Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban” accompanied by the Philadelphia Orchestra Friday through Sunday in Marian Anderson Hall in the Kimmel Center; Philadelphia Chamber Music Society presents violinist Jennifer Koh and pianist Vijay Ijer Friday at 7:30 in the Perelman Theater; the musical “The Great Gatsby” opens Tuesday and runs through Nov. 1 in the Academy of Music.
‘Come From Away’
Sycamore Stage Theatre Company presents the musical “Come From Away” starting Friday and continuing through Oct. 24 at St. Daniel’s Lutheran Church in Robesonia, Berks County. Set in the days immediately following the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, “Come From Away” tells the true story of what happened when 38 planes carrying nearly 7,000 passengers from around the world were unexpectedly diverted to a small town in Newfoundland. Tickets and information at www.SycamoreStage.org.
Dia de los Muertos
The Park Avenue Community Center, 129 Park Ave., Swarthmore, Delaware County, presents a celebration of Dia de los Muertos on Saturday. The program, which starts at 5:30, features the dance, music and art of Mexico. This celebration is geared toward families with children ages 2 to 12. To RSVP, go to: thepac.center/events.
Keswick
Coming to the Keswick Theatre (www.keswicktheatre.com/) in Glenside, Montgomery County: Kathy Griffin Thursday at 7; the My Generation Tour Friday at 7 (with the Lovin’ Spoonful, Gary Lewis and the Playboys, the Hollies’ Greatest Hits starring Terry Sylvester and Mitch Ryder and the Detroit Wheels); Tom Petty tribute with the Breakers Saturday at 8; The Tallest Man on Earth Sunday at 8; a screening of the 1984 film “Ghostbusters” accompanied by an orchestra Monday at 8; Mushroomhead Tuesday at 8; Night of the Living Drag Wednesday at 8.
Colonial
The Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville (thecolonialtheatre.com/) presents: “The Countess” Luann de Lesseps Thursday at 8; a screening of “Tenebre” with Goblin playing its score live Wednesday at 7:30.
People’s Light
Comedian Brendan Donegan performs Friday at 8 in The Farmhouse at People’s Light (peopleslight.org), Malvern, Chester County.
‘Love Notes’
“Love Notes” is set for Saturday at 8 in the Miller Center for the Arts at Reading Area Community College (millercenter.racc.edu/).
Sellersville
The Sellersville Theater in Bucks County (st94.com) presents: Artemus Pyle Band’s tribute to Lynyrd Skynyrd Thursday at 8; Acoustic Alchemy Friday at 8; Five for Fighting Saturday at 8; John Pizzarelli Trio Sunday at 8; Gaelic Storm Monday at 8; Asleep at the Wheel Tuesday at 7:30; Bywater Call and Jamie McLean Band Wednesday at 8.
Event at mill
A ribbon-cutting ceremony and Fall Fest Saturday celebrate the opening of the newly restored Sunrise Mill in Schwenksville, Montgomery County. Festivities begin at 10 a.m. and include food trucks, music and self guided mill tours from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Visit montgomerycountypa.gov or Sunrise Mill on Facebook to learn more.
Kennett Flash
Coming to the Kennett Flash in Kennett Square (kennettflash.org/): Joseph Dawson’s Alumni Jazz Band Thursday at 7; Antje Duvekot and Robby Hecht Friday at 8; The Sin City Band & Kid Davis and The Bullets Saturday at 8; Trae Sheehan with Clear The Benches and Jac Conner Sunday at 7.
Fall celebration
White Horse Village, 535 Gradyville Road, Newtown Square, will host Octofair on Friday and Saturday. Hours are 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday. whitehorsevillage.org/octofair for event information.
SoulJoel’s
SoulJoel’s at the SunnyBrook Ballroom near Pottstown (souljoels.com) presents: Comedy Showcase headlined by Katina Corrao Thursday at 7:30; Bob Kelly’s Dance Party Friday at 7 in the ballroom; comedian Eric D’Alessandro Friday at 8; Orlando Jones Saturday at 6 and 8:30.
Ardmore
Coming to the Ardmore Music Hall (ardmoremusichall.com): Jerry’s Middle Finger tribute to the Jerry Garcia Band Thursday at 7:30; Boombox Friday at 8; Drag Brunch Hallokween Saturday at noon; Stephen Day Saturday at 8; Funky Brunch and Market Sunday at noon; the Brothers Comatose Wednesday at 8.
West Chester
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center in West Chester (uptownwestchester.org) presents: Sherry Wilson Butler and the Arpeggioo Jazz Ensemble perform “The Sounds of Motown: Reimagined” Thursday at 7:30; comedian Josh Blue Friday at 7:30; pop-up beer garden Saturday at 5; Kashmir tribute to Led Zeppelin Saturday at 7:30; Dueling Pianos with the Philly Keys Wednesday at 7:30.
Hospital run
The Reading Hospital Road Run returns to West Reading Sunday to support the hospital’s emergency department and intensive care unit. Events start at 8 a.m. and include a 5K run, a half-marathon and a fun run/walk that’s about 1 mile. There will be food trucks, family-friendly activities and resource tables at the event.
To register or donate directly, please visit RHRoadRun.com.
Manayunk fun
The Manayunk Fall Fest and Mac N Cheese Crawl is set for Saturday from 11 to 4 along Main Street in the Philadelphia neighborhood. There will be family-friendly activities, food trucks and plenty of vendors. For more information, see manayunk.com/mnyk-events/manayunk-fall-fest/.
Also in Manayunk, Lincoln Mill Haunted House is open at 4100 Main St. on Thursdays through Sundays through Nov. 7. For more information, visit www.lincolnmillhaunt.com.
Autumn Alive
Autumn Alive (www.quakertownalive.com/autumn-alive) takes place Saturday from 10 to 4 in downtown Quakertown, Bucks County. Rain date is Oct. 24. A pet parade musical performances, kids’ activities and more.
Coffee festival
The Philly Coffee Festival (www.phillycoffeefestival.com/) takes place Saturday and Sunday at Philadelphia’s 23rd Street Armory.
Colonial Harvest Day
The Marple Historical Society will bring the culture, customs, hardship and daily routines of earlier days to life at Colonial Harvest Day, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the 1696 Thomas Massey House, 469 Lawrence Road, Broomall, Delaware County. Music will be provided by the Marple Community Band. Admission is free, but donations are appreciated. For more information, email marplehistoricalsociety@gmail.com/.
Yocum Institute
“The Landscapes of Berks County” exhibit opens Friday and runs through Nov. 21 at the Yocum Institute for Arts Education in West Lawn (yocuminstitute.org) featuring the work of Russell Slocum, Karen Weber, Robert Seabourn and Jon Bond. A reception will be held Friday from 5 to 7.
Yocum hosts Birdland Guitar Night with Frank Vignola and Vinny Raniolo Friday at 7 as part of Jazz on the Avenue, a six-concert series running through April.
Comedy in Trappe
Comedian Julian McCullough performs Saturday at 8 p.m. in the Trappe Fire Company, 20 Fifth Ave., in the Montgomery County town. The ticket prices includes food, beer, other drinks and snacks starting at 6:30. For 21 and older only. Tickets at www.souljoels.com/shop/tickets/trappefirecompany/.
Bee Gees tribute
The tribute show One Night of the Bee Gees comes to the Lansdowne Theater (thelansdownetheater.com) Thursday at 7:30.
Reading bluegrass
The bluegrass band Wood Flower performs Thursday at 7 on the Thorn Alley Stage at the GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, Reading (goggleworks.org).
‘Misery’
“Misery” runs through Nov. 1 at the Hedgerow Theatre Company, Rose Valley. The adaptation of Stephen King’s novel is directed by Catharine Slusar and features Emma Gibson, Bruce Graham and Kevin McCann. The play is recommended for audiences 16 or older. For tickets or more information, call 610-565-4211, email company@hedgerowtheatre.org or visit: hedgerowtheatre.org/.
‘Journey by Faith’
“Journey by Faith,” a solo art exhibition by ChanMi Jung Pyles, opens Saturday and runs through Nov. 20 at Scripture Union-USA, 1220 Valley Forge Road, Phoenixville. A reception will be held Saturday from 4 to 6. The art is intended for adults and mature teenagers. Learn more at www.scriptureunion.org.
Topton concert
The Reading Philharmonic Orchestra will play Sunday from 2 to 3 p.m. in the Henry Auditorium of the EverTrue Lutheran Home, 1 S. Home Ave, Topton. This child-friendly, free event will feature songs of America through the ages with a touch of Halloween.
Oaks events
The Antique and Collector Fair returns to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, Montgomery County, Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 to 4. The center is hosting the Eastern Firearms Show Friday from 1 to 7, Saturday from 9 to 5 and Sunday from 9 to 4.
Parx
Parx Casino (www.parxcasino.com/bensalem/xcite-center) in Bensalem, Bucks County, presents Terry Fator Friday at 8 and Nightlife in Philadelphia Vietnamese Show Saturday at 9:30.
Comic book art classes
The Crayola Experience in Easton is hosting art classes with DC and Marvel comic book artist Scott Hanna on Saturday. Classes will be from 10:30 to 11:15 and 2:30 to 3:15. In between classes, he will be showcasing his work and doing live sketches. Sign up at www.crayolaexperience.com/easton/things-to-do/screamin-green-hauntoween.
Bethlehem shows
Coming to the Wind Creek Event Center in Bethlehem (www.windcreekeventcenter.com/): Basement Yard Live Friday at 8; Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox Saturday at 8; tribute act Michael Jackson History Sunday at 7.
Submit event announcements at least two weeks in advance to news@readingeagle.com.