On Stage (Extra): Historic Germantown presents shows on history of US music

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Roy Book Binder There is a special attraction coming to Philadelphia this year that gets underway this weekend. Like the wedding saying, “something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue,” this weekend’s event has all four. “Something new” is the series. Historic Germantown (historicgermantownpa.org) will present a series of...

Houlahan, HHS Secretary Becerra visit LCH

Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra (center) and U.S. Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan at LCH Kennett Square, Friday. LCH Health and Community Services (LCH) welcomed U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra and U.S. Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan at LCH Kennett Square on May 10, 2024. Secretary Becerra and Congresswoman Houlahan joined LCH staff...

What To Do (Mothers’ Day edition): Kennett Symphony at Winterthur

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Kennett Symphony at Winterthur Sunday is Mother’s Day which means there will be a wide array of special events to celebrate the occasion – and that it will be virtually impossible to get reservations at area restaurants at this late date. Winterthur (Route 52, Wilmington, Delaware, 302-888-4600,www.winterthur.org) will welcome mothers on Mother’s...

What To Do: Willowdale Steeplechase tops list of weekend events

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times The Willowdale Steeplechase Undeniably, Brandywine Valley is known for being horse country. It has established its reputation as an area known for staging top-flight equestrian events. The 2024 equestrian season had its unofficial start last weekend with a big annual point-to-point event in Delaware. This weekend, the spotlight will be on the Annual...

Commissioners adopt Heritage Tourism Plan

Chester County Commissioners Josh Maxwell, Marian Moskowitz and Eric Roe recently adopted a new Heritage Tourism Plan that encourages all communities in the county to share stories that highlight their identity and history – which will support local and regional preservation, conservation, tourism, and quality of life. The resolution to adopt the Heritage Tourism Plan, signed by all three Commissioners,...

DASD moves to create full-day kindergarten

The Downingtown Area School District announced Wednesday it would move to full-day kindergarten. After years of extensive research and planning, Downingtown Area School District (DASD) has taken the first step forward toward achieving district-wide full-day kindergarten. On May 8, the DASD School Board voted to adopt full-day kindergarten district-wide for the 2025-26 school year, marking a significant...

On Stage: Not just a forecast, RAIN comes to Miller

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times RAIN This week’s entertainment schedule is loaded with theatrical productions at venues in Philadelphia and all around the suburbs with shows at the Miller Theater, The Playhouse on Rodney Square, Candlelight Dinner Theater, People’s Light and the Annenberg Center This weekend, “RAIN – A Tribute to the Beatles” returns to Philly by popular...

Chester County Academic team members honored

Pictured from left to right are Alex Chen, the Howard M. Reinard, Jr. Competitor of the Year, and Nathan Schlamb, the Coach of the Year, both of West Chester East High School. After several months of studying, practicing, and rigorous competition, Chester County high school students gathered at the Downingtown Country Club on Friday, May 3, to honor the hard work and dedication of the Chester County...

LCH and The Fund for Women and Girls partner to bring access to care

LCH Health and Community Services (LCH) announced that it has been selected as a Core Grant recipient from The Fund for Women and Girls of Chester County. This funding will further empower the organization to continue its mission of providing essential healthcare and community services to women and girls across the Chester County area. The Fund for Women and Girls has long been dedicated to advancing...

Chester County Library’s 1st Local Author Showcase on May 19

Join the Chester County Library for its inaugural Read Local! event, which will feature authors and illustrators from Chester County and neighboring regions in Pennsylvania. The event will showcase a variety of genres for both children and adults. According to April Nickel, the Youth Services Director at Chester County Library, the intention behind this event is to spotlight selected authors and illustrators...