On Stage: Summer is here, so are music festivals
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Memorial Day Weekend is here. That means the unofficial start of summer has arrived.
With summer and warm weather comes outdoor concerts. Fortunately for area music fans, the summer schedule of live outdoor shows features a plethora of great music.
The most ambitious series – the one with the most heavy hitters – is the 2025 Concerts Under the...
GVSD appoints George as Supervisor of Human Resources
Rithu George has been appointed the new Supervisor of Human Resources at Great Valley School District.
During their regular meeting on May 19, 2025, the Great Valley Board of School Directors approved the appointment of Rithu George as the district’s first-ever Supervisor of Human Resources.
George brings extensive experience in human resources management, talent acquisition, and employee relations...
Local students compete in Reading Olympics, celebrating teamwork and the love of books
The Chester County Reading Olympics featured sessions for elementary, middle, and high school students. Pictured here is a team from Valley Forge Middle School, who called themselves the Bookie Monsters, as they worked together to answer questions about the books they read for the event.
Students from across Chester County gathered for the annual Reading Olympics, a high-energy, quiz-bowl style competition...
What To Do: Radnor Hunt, WC Porchfest and Dogwood Festival this weekend
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Radnor Hunt
This area has many — really many — annual events which have passed milestone anniversaries….and there are some still in their infancy.
May 17 is a big day in the local equestrian world – the day of the Radnor Hunt (826 Providence Road, Malvern, https://www.brandywine.org/conservancy/radnor-hunt-races).
This year marks the...
DCCC celebrates more than 1,200 graduates at 2025 Commencement
DCCC students celebrate their graduation.
On a day emphasizing the importance of never giving up on the desire for a college degree and using education to follow one’s flame, more than 1,200 students graduated from Delaware County Community College with associate degrees and/or certificates. On Thursday, May 15, the College held two separate Commencement ceremonies at West Chester University’s...
On Stage: Chavous featured at ‘Third Thursday’ at Jamey’s
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
“Third Thursday” has a special meaning for music fans around the area – especially for fans of blues music.
For years, Jamey’s House of Music (32 South Lansdowne Avenue, Lansdowne, 215-477-9985,www.jameyshouseofmusic.com) has had a jazz-based show every Thursday called “Jazz at Jamey’s.”
The event has evolved into something more.
“Starting...
On Stage (Extra): The Dandy Warhols come to Ardmore
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
The Dandy Warhols
Wednesday night is frequently a slow night for concerts in the area.
While tonight’s schedule may not rank high in the quantity department, it definitely holds its own in the quality category.
Two bands who have been making music for more than three decades will be performing at local venues on May 14.
The Dandy Warhols, who...
UCFSD annouces hiring of Hoffman as new Superintendent
Dr. Tim Hoffman
The Unionville-Chadds Ford School District Board of School Directors announced Monday it has selected Dr. Tim Hoffman as the district’s new Superintendent, pending approval at the May 19 Regular Board Meeting.
“Dr. Hoffman’s vision and leadership style perfectly align with the priorities our community identified through focus groups and surveys: delivering a top-tier education...
What To Do On Mothers’ Day: Longwood’s Festival of Fountains, Kennett Symphony at Winterthur
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Longwood Gardens
Sunday is Mother’s Day which means there will be a slew of different special events to celebrate the occasion over the next three days.
Longwood Gardens (Route 1, Kennett Square, www.longwoodgardens.org) is inviting visitors to enjoy the beauty of late spring – and to have a special Mother’s Day.
The “Festival of Fountains”...
What To Do: FL!P Circus, Willowdale Steeplechase on tap
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
FL!P Circus
Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey Circus closed down a few years ago for many reasons – including PETA protests at every tour stop.
Big touring productions which featured an array of performing animals no longer held the appeal they once had.
Fortunately, there are several smaller circuses — top-flight circuses — performing...
