What To Do: Devon Horse Show, KSQ Memorial Day Parade and so much more
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Devon Horse Show
Memorial Day means the time has arrived for many of the area’s traditional events to return for another year – including the Devon Horse Show and Kennett Square’s annual Memorial Day Parade
The Devon Horse Show (Lancaster Avenue, Devon, 610-688-2554, www.devonhorseshow.org) is one of the oldest events of any kind in the state.
The...
On Stage: Swing That Cat is about all about music, not pets
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Swing That Cat
There is a band headlining a show at 118 North (118 North Wayne Avenue, Wayne, www.118northwayne.com) on May 22 that has a name that, if misunderstood, could draw PETA advocates to protest outside its shows.
The band is Swing That Cat, which was formed more than a decade ago by vocalist Michele Peraino and her husband guitarist Chris...
Chester County DA’s Weekly Update: May 19
Editor’s Note: The following is a submission by the Chester County District Attorney’s Office.
Here is a brief update on some of the events that occurred recently in the Chester County DA’s Office:
DA Recognizes Corporal Timothy O’Connor at FOP Memorial During National Police Week
On May 14, 2026, law enforcement officers, county leaders, and members of the community gathered at the...
What To Do: Radnor Hunt, Porchfest and Dogwood Festival on tap
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Radnor Hunt
There are many annual events in this area which have passed milestone anniversaries….and there are some still in their infancy.
May 16 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), an event that is closing in on the...
On Stage: Stop Making Sense brings Talking Heads to life
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Stop Making Sense
Bands form in many different ways.
The most frequent are with the members growing up together in school or with musicians in the same circle deciding to pool their talents.
Stop Making Sense, which is headlining a show on May 16 at the Lansdowne Theater (31 North Lansdowne Avenue, Lansdowne, thelansdownetheater.com), belongs to...
All About Connecting: Why would anyone ever hire a dating coach?
By Nancy Plummer, Columnist, The Times
“Nancy, I’ve heard of a few dating coaches lately, and I’m wondering how one could actually help me. I’ve tried online dating off and on for years, and honestly, I don’t believe there’s a good guy out there. The men I met were controlling, told me where and when we’d meet, didn’t look like their pictures, and kept...
Tickets for Kennett Summerfest now on sale
Kennett Collaborative announced the 5th Annual Kennett Summerfest on Sunday, June 14 from 2:00 pm–6:00 pm on South Broad Street (between State & Cypress Streets) in the heart of downtown Kennett Square. Admission includes unlimited tastings from a lineup of carefully curated wineries plus artisan vendors, live music, hands on art projects, and more.
Local & Regional Wineries: Kennett Summerfest...
What To Do: Fun events to celebrate the Mom in your life
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Penns Wood Winery
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.
Two popular destinations for a special day with mom are wineries and tourist railroads.
Penns Woods Winery (124 Beaver Valley Road, Chadds Ford, http://www.pennswoodswinery.com) will present...
What To Do: Willowdale Steeplechase tops this week’s events calendar
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Willowdale Steeplechase
The Brandywine Valley is known far and wide for being horse country. It has established its reputation as an area known for staging top-flight equestrian events.
This weekend, the spotlight will be on the Annual Willowdale Steeplechase (Steeplechase grounds, routes 82 and 926, Unionville, willowdalesteeplechase.org).
This...
Avondale to hold Veterans Memorial dedication ceremony
Avondale Borough invites the community to attend the official dedication ceremony for the Avondale Veterans Memorial on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM at Avondale Veterans Memorial Park on Pomeroy Avenue.
The ceremony will honor the men and women who have proudly served our nation and recognize the veterans from our community whose names are memorialized at the site. The program will include the...
