What To Do: Chester County Studio Tour keeps on growing
Also: Food truck fest in Kennett Square, Sunday
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Nancy Swope is just one of the many Chester County artists featured during this weekend’s Chester County Studio Tour.
With a weather forecast that indicates a very good chance for conditions ranging from unpleasant to downright dismal (high of 57 degrees and 100 per cent chance of rain), it might not be...
New Chester County farm products guide is out
The new 2016 Chester County Local Farm Products guide is now available.
WEST CHESTER — The Chester County Board of Commissioners and the Agricultural Development Council (Ag Council) announced the availability of the 2016 Chester County Local Farm Products guide. The guide includes:
• A list of over 100 farm producers.
• A map showing where to find farm-fresh products.
• Profiles of new...
United Way kicks off PB&J drive
United Way of Chester County and the Chester County Food Bank are teaming up again this year for the second annual Community PB&J For United Way Drive. Last year’s friendly competition between competing groups helped raise over 2.5 tons of needed peanut butter and jelly items for local food pantries. The Matt Gorham Team of Keller Williams (Pictured) reigned as the 2015 PB&J King, singlehandedly...
Four to be honored at Kennett Memorial Day parade
Anthony DiFabio is one of four local World War II veterans being honored at this year’s Kennett Memorial Day Parade.
KENNETT SQUARE — World War II veterans Ralph D. Doss, Anthony L. DiFabio, Raymond Natale, Sr. and Horace J, Brown (deceased April 11, 2016), were selected as this year’s Grand Marshals for the Kennett Square Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 30. They will lead the 100-plus...
What To Do: Saddle Up For Willowdale
Also: 74th annual Dogwood Festival in Phoenixville
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The 24th annual Willowdale Steeplechase is Sunday, races, tailgating competition and, of course, those hats.
The Brandywine Valley is horse country and the 2016 equestrian season is already underway.
The 24th Annual Willowdale Steeplechase (Steeplechase grounds, routes 82 and 926, Unionville, 610-444-1582,...
What To Do: Winterthur’s Point To Point
Also: Ideas for a fun day with Mom
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Without a doubt, there will be a bustle of activity this weekend at Winterthur” (Route 52, Wilmington, Delaware, 302-888-4600, www.winterthur.org) with the climax being the Winterthur Point-to-Point Races — an event that has become one of premier attractions in the Brandywine Valley each year.
This year’s 38th annual...
Prayer gathering, May 14, 15, 16
LANCASTER — There will be a Harvest National prayer gathering, May 14, 15 & 16th at the Doubletree Hotel (2400 Willow Street) sponsored by the David Johnson Ministries.
The event organizers are inviting all local church leaders to attend this conference on revival.
For more information,
call 857-488-3912
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Ed. Foundation Battle of The Bands, May 21
The first-ever Unionville-Chadds Ford Battle of the Bands will feature a spirited competition between faculty bands — including bands from Unionville High School and Charles F. Patton Middle School as well as an exciting showcase of high school musical talent, presented by the Unionville-Chadds Ford Education Foundation.
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UCF Ed. Foundation Yard Sale, May 7
EAST MARLBOROUGH — The Unionville-Chadds Ford Education Foundation’s annual Yard Sale is Saturday, May 7 at Unionville Elementary School.
Whether you are looking for a bargain – or ready for a little Spring cleaning (donations are still being accepted, with drop offs on May 4 & 6 from 3: 30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Unionville Elementary School).
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Longwood FD shows off gear at Fairville Fair
Longwood Fire Company showed off some of its emergency gear at last weekend’s Fairville Friends Fair.
PENNSBURY — Longwood Fire Company provided firefighting apparatus and educational information to children and families during the Fairville Friends School Community Fair.
“We’re just one part of the annual fair,” Longwood Chief A. J. McCarthy said. “The community enjoys the day. We...
