Kesher Israel welcomes Troster as Rabbi
Rabbi Lawrence Troster
WEST CHESTER — Kesher Israel Congregation of West Chester, is welcoming Rabbi Lawrence Troster on this week. Troster was selected as the synagogue’s interim Rabbi in June this year.
Rabbinical Search Committee Chair Matt Leopold said though the committee will continue to look for a long-term Rabbi, members are looking forward to the impact he will make on the community.
“We’re...
What To Do: Don’t let the heat keep you from outdoor fun
Everything from music to fairs to festivals to enjoy the summer warmth
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
“Weird” Al Yankovic is just one of the headline performers coming to the Mann Center for the Performing Arts in the coming weeks.
For those of you willing to abandon the comfort of air-conditioned spaces and venture out into the hot and humid August weather, there are plenty...
Beth Chaim Reform welcomes new religious school director
Dr. Ira Gelman
MALVERN — Dr. Ira Gelman, Ph.D assumed the position of Religious School Director of Education at Beth Chaim Reform Congregation on June 1, 2015. Dr. Gelman takes over from Rabbi Aileen Hollander, who served as the congregation’s rabbi 2002 – 2014 and retired from serving as the Director of Education in June, 2015.
Dr. Gelman grew up in the Bronx, NYC and graduated from Temple...
Whitford Charitable Fund tees off to raise money
Golfer participating in the Whitford Charitable Fund’s Give Something Back Day, share a moment at the putting competition: Les-Bear, Michael-DeHaven, Joanne-Peskoff-Bear and Michael-Karwic.
WEST CHESTER — Whitford Charitable Fund donated over $130,000 last year and hopes to exceed that amount this year. With that goal in mind, they decided to launch a new event, “Give Something Back Day”...
Brandywine Ace donates pet products to CCSPCA
Eli Martinez (left) and Julie Landy (right) stopped at Brandywine Ace, Pet & Farm to receive a donation from pet and wild bird manager Lauren Bohnert (center).
POCOPSON — As she reorganized some pet products in the store, Lauren Bohnert, manager of pet and wild bird departments at Brandywine Ace, Pet & Farm, put together an assortment of items including collars, leashes, litter pans, and...
Wyeth speaks to Hickman residents
Victoria Wyeth visits with Hickman residents after her presentation at the West Chester facility recently.
WEST CHESTER — Victoria Wyeth recently visited The Hickman Friends Senior Community here in the borough, where she spoke to a packed house of residents and guests about her family’s rich legacy of art.
The Wyeth family has a deep and lasting connection to The Hickman: two Wyeth paintings...
Grant comes to Avon grove Library, Aug. 4
WEST GROVE — What was life like during the Civil War? How did Hiram Grant become Ulysses S. Grant, and why was his name change so important? Adults and children alike will enjoy learning the answers on Tuesday, August 4 when Grant visits West Grove in the person of Kenneth Serfass, historian and retired Marine.
Ken Serfass as Gen. Ulysses S. Grant.
“This is a great opportunity for anyone who loves...
What To Do: ‘Fair’ly exciting in Kimberton, Goshen
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The Goshen Country Fair is one of the area’s longest-running and most beloved fairs.
This is the time of the year for outdoor festivals. Every summer, this area is a hotbed for festivals — blueberry festivals, peach festivals, county fairs, firemen’s festivals, state fairs and plain old country fairs.
One of the best — and longest-running...
"Try the ‘Y’ Tuesdays" – free YMCA access in August
During the month of August, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine, will open its doors to the public – free of charge – at all nine branches for “Try the Y Tuesdays.” On August 4, 11, 18 and 25, members of the community are welcome to visit any one of the branches and have free access to the facilities.
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SCCSA still accepting registration for fall soccer
SCCSA is still accepting registrations for it’s Fall Recreational Soccer program. The program is open to all children between the age of 4 and 17. Registration deadline is August 1st. The season starts Sunday September 13th. More information and on-line registration is available at www.sccsasoccer.com
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