On Stage (Extra) JJ Grey and the music of the swamp
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
JJ Grey
JJ Grey doesn’t hollowly boast about “draining the swamp” but rather brings the music of the swamp to listeners around the world.
Based in Jacksonville, Florida, Grey and his band JJ Grey & Mofro are known for playing lively southern swamp rock.
On October 21, JJ Grey & Mofro will visit the area for a show at Union Transfer (1026 Spring...
Unionville dominates Sun Valley, one win from 3rd straight league title
Unionville’s Dante Graham paced a powerful running game, rushing for 150 yards on 14 carries against Sun Valley.
By Al Tustin, Staff Writer, The Times
ASTON — One step at a time.
Using a workman-like effort, Unionville returned to its run-game roots, thoroughly dominating Sun Valley, 42-14, Friday night to come within one win of locking up its third straight Ches Mont American Division title.
If...
What To Do: Carve up some fun
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
One of the most eagerly-anticipated autumn events in the area is “The Great Pumpkin Carve” (Chadds Ford Historical Society, Route 100, Chadds Ford, 610-388-7376,www.chaddsfordhistory.org) which is running now through October 21.
The colorful event began with the carving competition on October 19. Live entertainment, hayrides and hot food are featured all...
On Stage (Bonus) Colin Hay is more than just ‘Down Under’
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Colin Hay
For most musical acts, there is a pattern to follow. You release an album and then you tour in support of that album. If you’re a popular musician, that’s what you do.
On March 3, Colin Hay released his new album “Fierce Mercy” on Compass Records and has been touring almost non-stop ever since. On October 20, he will bring his U.S. tour to...
Chrysanthemum festival blooms at Longwood
Longwood Gardens Chrysanthemum Festival is on view now through November 19.
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Autumn is in full swing and so is the much-anticipated Chrysanthemum Festival at Longwood Gardens, when the 4-acre grand Conservatory is bursting with fall’s quintessential flowers. From the thousands of colorful Chrysanthemum blooms to the one-of-a-kind Thousand Bloom Chrysanthemum, the Chrysanthemum...
YMCA offers free membership to 7th graders
Chester County seventh graders, you’re going to want to get to the YMCA right now.
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is proud to continue its 7th Grade Initiative, which offers any seventh grader in Chester County a free one-year youth membership. Kids simply need to bring a school ID, roster or report card, along with a parent or guardian, to their local branch to register. After registering, their...
On Stage: The Patriot Tour comes to Philadelphia
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Marcus Lutrell
While various activities around the country may or may not show disrespect for the country, there are many activities bolstering patriotism – events such as Veterans’ Day parades and Flag Day events.
On October 20, the Kimmel Center will host an event that is 100 per cent respectful and even more patriotic – the Patriot Tour.
The Patriot...
Letter: Donze’s experience makes the difference in DJ race
To the Editor,
I completely agree with Mike McGann’s recent article, Mr. Iacocca is a very nice guy and community activist but we’re looking to elect our next district justice and need to do so carefully.
As a licensed attorney and registered Democrat, I’m most concerned with putting the most qualified candidate on the bench. Community activism should be applauded on all levels but in our...
Strong passions — pro and con — surround Donze’s run for District Justice
By Mike McGann, Editor, the Times
Jane Donze
Jane Donze suggests that she isn’t entirely sure why she seems to invoke deep passion — both positive and negative — in her run for District Justice in 15-3-04, the Unionville and Kennett areas, but since the primary, she’s been both the recipient of enthusiastic support across the political spectrum as well as the target of criticism — again,...
Ryan Costello’s terrible, horrible, no good, very bad week