Since it’s in Chester County and en route to Pottstown, Maysie’s FarmFest 2011, put on by the Maysie Farm Conservation Center, is more than a little off the beaten path for us city folk. But you’d be hard pressed not to love and respect all the sustainability efforts it yields just as much as it shows love and respect for our music community (which is a lot). For over a decade, the Glenmoore-based non-profit has been dedicated to increasing public awareness of “the importance of conservation and ecological thinking.” And with its second annual benefit festival taking place this weekend, it’s all about local food and local music. Over the next two days, you’ll be able to enjoy food and beverage from Boxcar Brewing Company, Cucina Verde, Sweetwater Bakery, and more, purchase goods from local artisans and vendors, and participate in educational workshops (there’s also a ton of fun activities for the little ones including the Maysie’s Children’s Tent and a performance by children’s artist and fitness advocate Miss Amy). But more importantly, you’ll be able to soak in the impressive lineup of music. The Extraordinaires and Dangerous Ponies will be doing Punk Rock Payroll proud, while MAD Dragon Records will be representing with the folk laden tunes of The Spinning Leaves and Toy Soldiers, as well as the hip-hop stylings of Kuf Knotz. And while Hezekiah Jones, Sister 3, and Cowmuddy send you into a whimsical state with their transient songwriting, Cheers Elephant will bring their big rock riffs and catchy melodies. Toss in performances from headliners Hoots & Hellmouth, plus Sweetbriar Rose, Chris Kasper, Adrien Reju, and many more, and you have a festival that is worth the drive! Maysie’s Farm Conservation Center, 15 St. Andrew’s Lane, Glenmoore, $25-$50, Sat: 1pm-10pm, Sun: 1pm-9pm, All Ages -Bill McThrill