What To Do: Longwood Gardens ‘blooms’ into spring
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Tulips at Longwood Gardens
Longwood Gardens (Route 1, Kennett Square, 610-388-1000, www.longwoodgardens.org) is a living example of the old saying that “when one door closes, another door opens.”
After another multi-week successful run in 2019, Longwood’s “Orchid Extravagaza” closed last weekend.
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On Stage: Through change and evolution, The Yardbirds keep the music coming
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
The Yardbirds
Any informed list of the 10 all-time best rock guitarists should – without question – include Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck and Jimmy Page.
Amazingly, all three got their starts in the same band – the Yardbirds
The Yardbirds, who are playing the Colonial Theatre (Bridge Street, Phoenixville, 610- 917-1228, www.thecolonialtheatre.com) on...
Zambrano named new Kennett YMCA Director
Francisco Zambrano
KENNETT SQUARE — On Monday, the Kennett Area YMCA announced Francisco Zambrano as its new Executive Director.
Zambrano comes to Chester County after 12 years at the YMCA-Peru, where he moved through the ranks of Camp Program Coordinator, Camp Director, Branch Executive Director, and finally, Chief Operating Officer. He has a global understanding of the impact and responsibilities...
On Stage: Meow Meow & Thomas Lauderdale hit Philly
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Meow Meow & Thomas Lauderdale
Thomas Lauderdale has performed shows in this area many times over the years – always as part of his ensemble Pink Martini.
This week, Lauderdale will be in Philly to perform with a different musical project – Meow Meow and Thomas Lauderdale.
On March 26, World Café Live (3025 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, 215-222-1400,...
Red Cross & Firefighters install smoke alarms for those in need
A city firefighter installs a smoke alarm in a city home, Saturday.
COATESVILLE — On Saturday March 23, 2019 Coatesville City Firefighters and volunteers from the American Red Cross teamed up to promote their “Sound the Alarm – Save a Life” event in homes throughout the City.
“On a crisp 30 degree early spring morning these American Red Cross volunteers left the warmth and comfort of their...
Students “kick butts’ with anti vaping memes
Pictured from left to right at Owen J. Roberts Middle School: Austin Kincaid (3rd Place) and Taylor Vermillion (1st Place).
The Chester County Tobacco-Free Coalition and the Chester County Health Department recently selected three middle school students as winners in the annual Kick Butts Day Meme Contest. Students were recognized during the school day on Tuesday, March 19, and Wednesday, March 20,...
On Stage: Monterey Jazz Fest On Tour comes to Philly
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Monterey Jazz Festival On Tour
Some of this weekend’s featured concerts in the area cover a variety of musical styles including all-star jazz, modern blues, singer-songwriter, and alt-country/experimental.
Six of the most talented new artists on the jazz scene are now on the road together as part of the Monterey Jazz Festival on Tour.
The tour, which...
What To Do: Chadds Ford Art Sale & Show
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Art by Kathy Ruck at Chadds Ford Art Show and Sale
When spring arrives, it marks the beginning of the annual season of area art shows and antiques/craft fairs. One of this area’s best art shows is scheduled for this weekend.
The 70th Annual Chadds Ford Art Sale & Show (http://cfes.ucfsd.org/artshow/) will be held March 22 and 23 at the Chadds Ford...
Mixed Media: Focus on arts for Kennett students
By Caroline Roosevelt, Columnist, The Times
This month, Kennett hosts a few events focused around our local K-12 student artists.
First, Kudos to a new program put together by Chester County Art Association and Mary D. Lang Elementary Center (part of the Kennett Consolidated School District) to provide free art activities for children in families who are learning English as a second language.
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On Stage: Family takes center stage this weekend
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
The Barr Brothers
Three music acts with international vibes in their DNA will be playing shows in the area on March 22 and 23 – the Barr Brothers on Friday and Francesca Blanchard and Ranky Tanky on March 23.
The Barr Brothers will headline a show at the World Café Live (3025 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, 215-222-1400, www.worldcafelive.com) with La...
