More than 600 kids expected to celebrate with 5K run
The 2015 event was a big success and this year looks to be even better, YMCA officials say.
DOWNINGTOWN — More than 600 girls and boys from the Girls on the Run and STRIDE after-school programs at the YMCA of Greater Brandywine will celebrate their achievements with a 5K run on Dec. 3, beginning at 9 a.m.
These dedicated runners will take to the track at Downingtown West High School, 445 Manor Ave.,...
On Stage (Bonus): An American in Paris hits Philly
Also: Thanksgiving Eve rocks out at TLA
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
An American in Paris
If you’re looking for a great way to spend an evening during this holiday week, a tantalizing option is to attend the Philadelphia debut of the national tour of a Tony-winning musical which is on the road for the first time ever. From November 22-27, the Academy of Music (Broad and Locust streets,...
Sivek named new director of Coatesville VA Center
Carla Sivek
CALN — The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced Friday the appointment of Carla Sivek as the new director of the Coatesville VA Medical Center. Sivek will oversee delivery of health care to approximately 20,000 Veterans with an operating budget of about $200 million.
“We are excited that Ms. Sivek has been selected as the new director of the Coatesville VA Medical Center,”...
We can all find things to be thankful for
Even if you’re upset now, take stock in all of the good things in life
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
There has been a whole lotta controversy in the past few weeks and not enough love. Just my opinion; but, luckily, this is my article and I can express myself freely because of my constitutional rights and my supportive editor. (Shameless plug for Mike McGann!)
As we get closer to...
Commissioners present agriculture awards
King’s Pumpkin Farm of Parkesburg — named Farmer of the Year — was one of two winners of agricultural awards from the Chester County Commissioners.
WEST CHESTER — The Chester County Board of Commissioners, along with the Agricultural Development Council (Ag Council), presented two agricultural awards at the Commissioners’ Meeting this week.
The Farmer of the Year award was presented...
On Stage (Extra): Madeon
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Madeon
Porter Robinson was raised in America’s South and Hugo Leclercq grew up in the west of France. Both became successful EDM producers/songwriters as they moved through their late teens.
Their love of electronic dance music – and the accessibility of the internet – brought them together as trans-Atlantic friends. That friendship grew into a working...
Mushroom Drop fun planned for all on New Year’s Eve
KENNETT SQUARE — At the stroke of midnight on New Year’s Eve, in the heart of Kennett Square, The Mushroom – a 500 pound stainless steel mushroom glittering with thousands of lights — will be lowered with a countdown to the new year. It is the finale of Midnight in the Square, Kennett Square’s family-style New Year’s Eve bash with music, food and fun.
The star of the show is The Mushroom....
Chadds Ford Historial Society to host two events
CHADDS FORD — The Chadds Ford Historical Society is hosting two big holiday events in 2016:
On Saturday, November 26 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. our museum store is open to holiday shoppers as part of the nationwide Small Business Saturday promotion. We’ll help kick off the holiday shopping season with a refreshing change from big box stores! Visit our revamped museum shop, freshly stocked with...
What To Do: One last weekend for before full-on Yuletide
A batch of events this weekend to keep your mind off the holidays
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The National Dog Show
Thanksgiving is just around the corner and that means a huge amount of Christmas-related events will be filling the event calendar over the next few weeks.
Fortunately for those not quite ready to jump into the holiday season with both feet, there are several special events...
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