Reflections on 2017
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
The holiday season provides a great time to reflect on the past year. In my therapy practice, my clients begin every session recounting the highs and lows of their week. It is a simple way to take a few moments to appreciate what went well and any challenges that provide opportunities for growth. So, imagine the wealth of self-reflection that can be achieved...
On Stage (Bonus): JoJo’s Holiday Variety Show ready to get you in the mood
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Now that the holiday season has arrived, there are many, many concert options. But, it is also a good time to consider attending a stage production such as a play, a ballet performance or even a modern-day version of the old variety show.
On December 15, Joey Sweeney and a bunch of other artists from around the Delaware Valley will be presenting a modern-day...
What To Do: It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The March to Valley Forge
The Christmas season is in full swing. The holiday spirit is in the air, traffic around malls and shopping centers is almost impassable and Christmas events are everywhere. Over the next week or so, you can head in any direction and find a holiday event to attend — and maybe even a few events that are not holiday-related.
On December...
Pocopson recognizes Girl Scout Gold Award recipient for video on Holocaust
Supervisors consider only one meeting a month
By Karen Cresta, Staff Writer, The Times
POCOPSON – The last township meeting of 2017 – and the only meeting in Dec. due to the holidays – was held on Monday, Dec. 11, with discussions involving having only one meeting per month, instead of two moving forward into 2018. During the brief meeting, the supervisors presented a resolution to the...
On Stage: Aimee Mann comes to the Colonial
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Aimee Mann
Aimee Mann has probably played more different area venues than any other act on the scene – starting with her formative days in ’til Tuesday and continuing through her long solo career.
Mann has played everywhere from huge arenas (the Spectrum) to outdoor venues (Mann Music Center, Philadelphia Zoo) to small clubs (Chestnut Cabaret, World Café...
Kennett supervisors OK emergency services tax hike
By Eliza Mohler, Staff Writer, The Times
The Kennett Township Board of Supervisors (pictured) and leaders in Kennett Square are doing a fundraising competition, Change for Change, which will benefit the Kennett Food Cupboard.
KENNETT – Citing the expense of a growing police force, the Kennett Township Board of Supervisors have passed a 2018 budget that includes a tax increase to cover the costs of...
Don’t Retire, ReFire: The magic of the season
By Gail Supplee Tatum, Columnist, The Times
Ah, to look at life through the eyes of a child, especially during this magical time of year. Well, you can! All you have to do is put yourself back to a time in your childhood where you were wide-eyed and filled with joy, wonder and excitement. Soon, you will have a grin from ear to ear and a skip in you step.
Being the passionate person that I am, this...
Good Samaritan and Bridge of Hope complete merger
Two established non-profits that serve the homeless population of Chester and Lancaster Counties – Good Samaritan Shelter and Bridge of Hope Lancaster & Chester Counties – announce the official merger that uniquely positions the organizations to provide a full range of services to address homelessness.
The new organization has been re-named Good Samaritan Services to reflect the progressive...
On Stage: The Color Purple returns to Philadephia
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The Color Purple
For the second time this season, area theater fans are being treated to an inaugural run of a hit Broadway show’s National Tour.
The North American Tour of the Tony Award®-winning revival of “The Color Purple” visits Philadelphia from December 12-17 as part of the Broadway Philadelphia series, which is presented collaboratively by the...
Letter: A troubled and troubling tax reform bill