Library offering kayak, canoe safety course
Participants will receive certification to operate paddle crafts
The Chester County Library is offering a paddle-boat safety course in conjunction with the Coast Guard Auxiliary.
Want to ensure you know what you’re doing the next time you decide to paddle down the Brandywine? The Chester County Library and District Center is offering an educational opportunity to help accomplish that.
Partnering...
Brandywine Valley YMCA announces new board chairman
Joseph Viscuso said he’s “honored to be a part of this great organization’
Joseph Viscuso was elected board chairman of the YMCA of the Brandywine Valley.
The YMCA of the Brandywine Valley, which has a branch in Kennett Square, announced a new board chairman on Monday, according to a news release.
Joseph Viscuso, vice president of Pennoni Associates in West Chester, was elected...
On The Trail: Valley Garden Park
Where: Campbell Road, just off Route 52, Wilmington, Delaware 19807
Map: http://goo.gl/maps/1xbbe
The name Valley Garden Park perfectly captures the setting of this small park, beautifully landscaped and well maintained. According to a plaque in the park, it was donated to the City of Wilmington by DuPont Wheelwright in memory of her mother, Mrs. T. Coleman DuPont, whose brainchild it was.
To get to...
Pocopson plans Open House, May 19
POCOPSON — Did you know that Pennsylvania townships were established to keep residents healthy and safe? Are you familiar with the roles and responsibilities of your township? On May 19, from 2 to 4 p.m., the township will open its doors to residents and the community.
The goal of the open house is to show what resources the township provides, township officials say. Without the natural urban...
Registration for youth football day camp opens
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Registration is now open for a youth football camp for students entering grades two through nine interested in either improving their existing skills or learning more about the game.
The camp will run June 17 through June 21 at Unionville High School under direction of the Unionville High School football coaches and current and former UHS football players.
Campers will enjoy a...
Former Chesco district attorney raising the bar
Joseph W. Carroll Jr. will mix drinks at fund-raiser for animal oncology foundation
Former Chester County District Attorney Joseph W. Carroll Jr. is hoping to deliver some cheer to animals in need through a fund-raiser on Thursday.
After decades of practicing law, former District Attorney Joseph W. Carroll Jr. will try his hand at a different kind of bar on Thursday.
Carroll will serve as a guest bartender...
Fun Run/Walk to fund children’s auditory initiatives
Event to be held Saturday at Nemours Mansion & Gardens
The 5th Annual Hear We Go 5K Fun Run/Walk will be held Saturday on the grounds of Nemours Mansion & Gardens in Wilmington.
Refreshments, entertainment, and an education fair will follow outside the Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children. Proceeds benefit programs related to hearing loss and hearing conservation in children.
This...
Brandywine Valley Chorale to perform with UHS students, May 3
‘Night & Day’ features Chester County debut of Sunrise Mass at Unionville High School show
EAST MARLBOROUGH — In its sixth season, The Brandywine Valley Chorale (BVC) with the Unionville High School Chorale, presents Night & Day, featuring the Chester County Premiere of Ola Gjeilo’s SUNRISE MASS.
Led by Artistic Director Jason Throne, the BVC’s Spring Concert will be performed...
Champion of compassion gets recognized
Betty Moran honored for work with Chester County Fund for Women and Girls
Betty Moran was honored by the Chester County Fund for Women and Girls at its ‘Making a Difference’ luncheon on Wednesday. Photo by Campli Photography
Before a sold-out crowd of several hundred, a Chester County philanthropist known for avoiding the limelight took center stage at the Chester County Fund for Women...
An exercise in support of four-legged friends
Chester County SPCA invites participants to family-friendly ‘Walk For Paws’
The 26th Annual Walk for Paws helps support the programs at the Chester County SPCA, an independent, nonprofit agency.
For participants in the 26th Annual Walk for Paws, a simple walk in the park will help save animals’ lives, organizers from the Chester County SPCA said.
This year’s event will combine the...
