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‘Note’worthy…Congratulations to Coatesville Area Senior High artist Alicia Fierro. Alicia’s design was selected for the...
What To Do: It’s holiday excitement from wall to wall
Ballet, candlelight tours, shows, music — everything to get you in the holiday spirit
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The Brandywine Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” will have eight performances now through Dec. 21 at West chester University.
For families as well as fans of the arts, one of the most popular annual holiday activities each year is attending a performance of the classic ballet...
Santa is coming to area, thanks to Longwood Fire Co.
Santa Claus will be riding with Longwood Fire Company this weekend and next.
Get ready! The season’s jolliest man — Santa Claus is coming to your town, thanks to the Longwood Fire Company.
Santa will be making the rounds the next two weekends, with visits Saturday, Dec. 13 in East Marlborough, Dec. 14 in Kennett Township. Santa comes back next weekend, Dec. 20 in Pocopson and Dec. 21 in Pennsbury.
As...
Jackson to sign books at Galer, Dec. 14
Robert C. Jackson at work.
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Renowned artist Robert C. Jackson will be at Galer Estate Winery in Kennett Square this Sunday December 14th from 3-6pm for a book-signing of his newly released collaborative book project Behind the Easel: The Unique Voices of 20 Contemporary Representational Painters.
This book represents the culmination of many years of work where the Chester County-based...
What To Do: Holiday happenings hit high gear
From horse carriage rides, to shows and more, the holidays take center stage
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Kennett Symphony of Chester County will perform “Pops Goes the Holiday” at 7:30 p.m. at Kennett High School, Dec. 6.
The holiday season has officially arrived in Kennett Square. On December 6, the Kennett Symphony of Chester County will perform “Pops Goes the Holiday” at 7:30...
Winter sports registration starts Dec. 15 for area YMCAs
Registration for YMCA of Greater Brandywine winter sports leagues and clinics begins December 15 and runs through January 18. Register before December 21 for a $15 savings.
A variety of sports leagues such as basketball, indoor soccer, floor hockey, indoor flag football and volleyball are available at different branches and open to youth ages 3 to 14. The leagues run from February 2 to March 28.
Kids...
UCFSD coat drive under way
The Unionville-Chadds Ford School District Community Coat Drive is underway and is collecting new and gently used coats, jackets, gloves, mittens and snow pants. All items should be clean and in good condition. Donated items can be dropped off in the lobby of any of the UCFSD schools until Thursday, December 18th. This is a great opportunity to clean out your coat closets and help a very worthwhile...
Sanderson Museum remembers Tommy Thompson
Museum remembers first curator
By Linda Banks, Special to The Times
The first curator of the Sanderson Museum, Tommy Thompson, is warmly remembered by staff and board members.
In November the last flash of sun adds final colorful brilliance to our trees and our lives, but autumn also predicts falling leaves and winter’s chill. November always brings the fleeting Sanderson Museum schedule to...
Hickman 15th annual Holiday Bazaar, Dec. 5 & 6
A preview of the items for sale at “Grandma’s Attic” at The Hickman Annual Holiday Bazaar, which takes place this weekend, Dec. 5 & 6 in West Chester.
WEST CHESTER — If you’re looking for a unique holiday shopping experience in the heart of West Chester, stop by The Hickman’s 15th Annual Holiday Bazaar on Friday, December 5 and Saturday, December 6.
Items available for sale...
New ‘Family Promise’ seeks Giving Tuesday support
A new non-profit organization named “Family Promise” is coming to southern Chester County. Online donations received by United Way of Southern Chester County specifically on “Giving Tuesday”, December 2nd, can be made by going to http://UnitedWaySCC.org/GIVE.aspx. Call 484-883-3110 for any assistance needed.
Family Promise of Southern Chester County (FP-SCC) was conceived during the spring...
