On Stage: Chavous salutes women at Jamey’s
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Lisa Chavous
There are a lot of “First Friday” events, a variety of “Second Saturday” events and even a few “Third Thursday” events around the area each month.
For years, Jamey’s House of Music (32 South Lansdowne Avenue, Lansdowne, 215-477-9985,www.jameyshouseofmusic.com) has had a jazz-based show every Thursday called “Jazz at Jamey’s.”
“Starting...
Camphill Soltane’s fundraiser 21st Annual Wine & Fine Dining Experience, April 26
On April 26, at 5pm, Camphill Soltane will welcome 150 guests for an unforgettable night featuring an elegant champagne and oyster bar reception, passed hors d’oeuvres, and mouthwatering fare. The evening’s highlight is a thrilling live wine auction led by Napa Valley auctioneer Richard Pio Roda, featuring 30 exceptional lots of premium California wines, exclusive Napa Valley tastings, and wine...
Resolution to honor West Chester’s Rustin adopted in state house
Bayard Rustin, courtesy Library of Congress.
Today, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives adopted a resolution introduced by state Rep. Andre D. Carroll, D-Phila., that designates March 17, 2025, as “Bayard Rustin Day” in Pennsylvania.
Bayard Rustin, a native of West Chester, was a close advisor to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and played a pivotal role in making nonviolent resistance a foundational...
DSAD’s Best Buddies Clubs hosts annual Eastern PA Buddy Ball
Students from the Downingtown East and West Best Buddies Clubs gathered at Downingtown High School East to host the annual Eastern Pennsylvania High School Buddy Ball.
The Best Buddies Clubs of Downingtown East and West High Schools recently hosted the annual Eastern Pennsylvania High School Buddy Ball, a special evening dedicated to fostering friendship, joy, and a sense of belonging. Held on March...
Helicopter Museum to hold first-ever egg hunt, April 13
The American Helicopter Museum and Education Center (AHMEC) will be hosting our first AHMEC Egg Hunt this year. There will be three different egg hunts for children ages 1-10, as well as visiting animals, animal artifacts, crafts, hands-on activities, and free seed germination packets handed out to take home.
Heli Hopper the Rabbit will be joined by representatives from the Brandywine Zoo, the Newlin...
Young scientists gather at WCU to compete in the 2025 Chester County Science Research Competition
A student at the Salk Fair explains his research to a volunteer judge.
Young scientists from across Chester County once again met for the chance to showcase their knowledge and engage in friendly rivalry at the 2025 Chester County Science Research Competition (CCSRC), organized by the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU).
On Tuesday, March 11, and Wednesday, March 12, the West Chester University...
Inner Nature: Photosynthetic and light-harvesting animals
By Vidya Rajan, Columnist, The Times
Photosynthesis – a term that pretty much everyone understands – uses sunlight, carbon dioxide, water, and the light-harvesting green molecule, chlorophyll, to make sugars and release oxygen. Photosynthesis is carried out by free-living cyanobacteria, as well as plants and algae which contain chloroplasts, which are really just internal cyanobacteria, inside...
Hundreds protest Trump, Musk over cuts to Veterans’ funding, staffing
Hundreds of local protestors came out Friday in West Chester to address cuts to the Veterans Administration by President Donald Trump. Image courtesy of Erica Deuso.
Hundreds of local residents and elected official gathered Friday at the Historic West Chester courthouse to protest cuts to veterans’ benefits and the slashing of thousands of jobs throughout the Veterans’ Administration (VA).
Local...
What To Do: With Spring looming, St. Patrick’s Day events fill event calendar
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
The St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Wilmington
Spring will arrive in a few days and that’s cause for celebration.
In 2025, the spring equinox takes place on March 20 at 5:01 a.m.
It is the astronomical beginning of the spring season in the Northern Hemisphere and the autumn season in the Southern Hemisphere.
With spring on the horizon, the schedule...
Jensen named new Assistant Principal of Great Valley HS
Dana Jensen
The Great Valley School District Board of Directors recently approved the appointment of Dana Jensen as Assistant Principal of Great Valley High School, effective April 21, 2025.
Jensen brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of educational leadership to Great Valley High School. Her extensive background includes teaching, curriculum development, and administrative responsibilities...
