What To Do: First sign of Spring — Phila. Flower Show
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Philadelphia Flower Show
If you’re in the mood for flowers – lots and lots of flowers – all you need do is make a visit to this year’s Philadelphia Flower Show at the Pennsylvania Convention Center (12th and Arch streets, Philadelphia, www.theflowershow.com) which runs through March 9.
The PHS (Philadelphia Horticultural Society) Philadelphia...
Chesco, neighboring counties move to jointly buy electricity
Four counties that formed the Sustainable Energy Partnership of Southeast PA (SEP) have made the first major step in purchasing low, stable and transparent electricity for County operations. As members of the SEP, Chester, Bucks, Delaware and Montgomery Counties have started receiving electricity through wholesale market purchasing.
In August of 2024, the SEP’s Energy Board, formed to govern the...
On Stage: Jefferson Berry & the Urban Acoustic Coalition bring new album to 118 North
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Jefferson Berry & the Urban Acoustic Coalition
Jefferson Berry & the Urban Acoustic Coalition have spent more than a decade establishing themselves as one of the Philly area’s top folk-rock/folk bands.
Jefferson Berry & the UAC released their fourth studio album, “Soon!” on April 16, 2021. The band’s previous albums were...
Unionville students selected for elite choral groups
The Unionville High School students selected for prestigious Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) District Choir. Katie Cotrotsios, Noori Choudhary, Marshall Gantt, Ian Gushurst, Nathaniel Gushurst, Brianna Greeley, Sofia McClain, Morgan Monthei, Will Neuberger, Advith Rajkumar and Jinny Zhao.
Unionville High School (UHS) Choral students were selected to perform in two major choral organizations,...
Housing Partnership of Chester County announces new executive director
The Housing Partnership of Chester County (HPCC) announced the appointment of Jeffrey D. Spencer (Jeff) as its new Executive Director, effective March 3, 2025. With a distinguished career in nonprofit leadership spanning over three decades, Jeff is poised to continue the agency’s advancement towards expanded services and meaningful programs that create and grow safe, stable communities throughout...
76th annual Chadds Ford Art Show & Sale, March 15
Chadds Ford Elementary School will host its 76th Annual Art Show and Sale on Saturday, March 15 from 10:00 am- 5:00 pm. This one day event affords patrons an opportunity to purchase art, jewelry, wooden items, glass designs, and more directly from more than 60 artists, creating meaningful connections between creator and buyer. There is no admission fee for this event, and all ages are welcome to attend....
What To Do: Kennett Winterfest, W. Chester Restaurant Festival top busy weekend
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
This is a special time of year in Kennett Square – the time for a popular annual event known as the Kennett Winterfest.
The Annual Kennett Winterfest (www.kennettbrewfest.com) will be held on February 22 from 12:30-4 p.m. in a tented area near 600 South Broad Street in Kennett Square.
Visitors are invited to enjoy winter brews from more than 60...
On Stage: Slambovian Circus of Dreams comes to Elkton Music Hall
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Slambovian Circus of Dreams
“Special” is a good description of Elkton, Maryland – especially this weekend.
Elkton is the county seat of Cecil County, Maryland. It was formerly called Head of Elk because it sits at the head of navigation on the Elk River, one of the five tributary rivers in the northern part of the Chesapeake Bay.
The town constitutes...
CCIU hires Murray as new Asst. Executive Director
Dr. Jennifer Murray
The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) announced Thursday that Dr. Jennifer Murray has been officially approved by the CCIU Board as its next Assistant Executive Director. The board voted to approve Murray’s appointment at its February 19 meeting, and she will officially assume her role on June 16, 2025.
Dr. Murray, a highly respected educational leader with over 20 years...
UCFSD Board OKs Sanville’s retirement
Dr. John Sanville. Times File Photo
The Unionville-Chadds Ford School District (UCFSD) Board of Directors formally accepted the retirement of Superintendent Dr. John Sanville during its February 18 Regular Board Meeting. Dr. Sanville, who has led UCFSD since 2011, will retire on July 31, 2025, concluding a remarkable career in public education spanning more than three decades. Currently one of the...
