It’s hard to be pretty, sometimes
Can camping and fashion share one tent, peacefully?
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, UnionvilleTimes.com
Summer break is in full swing and this is my “Thought of the Day”:
It’s hard to look pretty when you go camping.
Am I right or am I right?
I know you’ll be amazed by this….but, I’m not exactly an “outdoorsy” kind of chick….although, I DO appreciate when they have full grown trees...
Under cover: Roof shingles and attic ventilation
The right kind of roof and ventilation can keep you cool and dry
By John D’Annunzio, Columnist, UnionvilleTimes.com
Let’s talk about the most commonly used shingles: organic asphalt shingles. They last about 18 to 20 years. The only problem with them is that in time they can cup in very humid and wet climates. Try to purchase a shingle with an algae resistant coating. There is an asphalt...
Kennett Family Art Fest a day away
Summer fun at Anson B. Nixon Park for the entire family is only one day away
By P.J. D’Annunzio, Staff Writer, UnionvilleTimes.com
KENNETT SQUARE — Anson B.Nixon Park will be getting a splash of color on Saturday with the debut of the Family Art Fest; a creative, family-oriented fun event.
“In the past we’ve had something called family fun fest, but this year we’ve put a twist on it for...
Kennett Family Art Fest, July 30 at Anson Nixon
Family friendly live music, art projects, bike rodeo — and a chance to win an ‘All Around Kennett’ gift basket
KENNETT SQUARE — Family Art Fest full of creative fun at Kennett Square’s Anson B. Nixon Park, sponsored in part by The Unionville Times.
A variety of participatory art activities are planned for Saturday, July 30, from 10 am to 3 pm at Anson B. Nixon Park’s Family Art...
History made personal: Chads’ Ford Barber Shop Sign
A lesser known, local classic by N.C. Wyeth
By Gene Pisasale, Special to UnionvilleTimes.com
It might be among N.C Wyeth's lesser-known works -- but it used to be an everyday sight around Chadds Ford
Most people walk or drive right by barber shop signs without thinking twice. Yet if you walk up the stairs of the Christian Sanderson Museum into the Pocopson Room, your eyes will quickly note a rustic...
Birmingham ready to celebrate 325th anniversary
Volunteers needed for Aug. 27 celebration honoring oldest township in Chester County
By Larhonda Swales, Correspondent, UnionvilleTimes.com
BIRMINGHAM — Over the past 325 years, the Township of Birmingham has economically evolved and reshaped, after serving as the battlefield of the Revolutionary War, the Battle of Brandywine.
In fact, Birmingham is older than Chester County itself, dating nearly...
Teachers say new board demands deadlocked contract talks
Union claims that new changes seniority, work hours offers stopped progress to new deal
By Mike McGann, Editor, UnionvilleTimes.com
Unionville district teachers say that the Unionville-Chadds Ford Board of Education introduced seniority language and a range of new demands at the 11th hour in June contract talks — torpedoing any chance of a contract settlement before a July 1 deadline for healthcare...
Sangria Sundays bring relaxation to Chaddsford Winery
Guitarist Mike Favinger entertains the crowd with Classic Rock
By Eddy K. Foster, Staff Writer, UnionvilleTimes.com
Employees at the Chaddsford Winery prepare drinks at the new Tiki Bar.
PENNSBURY- Temperatures near 100 degrees could not keep away the crowd in this summer’s third installment of Sangria Sundays at Chaddsford Winery.
During the month of July, the winemaking establishment has been...
Fashion without busting the bank
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, UnionvilleTimes.com
I have always aspired to a designer wardrobe.
There are pictures of me in lucite Cinderella kitten heels at the tender age of four. Even as a toddler, I was a drawn to the stiletto.
Looking back, one of my fondest fashion memories was getting my first pair of Jordache. It was a monumental event! I can vividly remember pairing them with my favorite...
Let’s talk about something cool
When the thermometer hits the triple digits, you better know how to keep your AC unit happy
By John D’Annunzio, Columnist, UnionvilleTimes.com
In this edition I will talk about three subjects, how air conditioning systems work, how to maintain them and saving tips on electricity.
Air conditioners have several parts; the unit outside of a building is called the condenser or compressor. The refrigerant...
