Stroud seeks volunteers for focus group
AVONDALE. – Stroud Water Research Center, a Chester County nonprofit focused on freshwater research, environmental education and watershed restoration, is seeking regional volunteers to participate in a focus group study, July 15, as part of its strategic planning process.
Focus group participants will share their thoughts and opinions about effective ways to engage the community for public events,...
What To Do: United Sports Family Fun, Concerts and more!
The holiday weekend starts early — a week early, as family-friendly events abound
By Denny Dyroff, Correspondent, The Times
United Sports in Downingtown and Brandywine Hospital present Family Fun Summer Series & Movie Nights, starting tonight, June 27, with fun games and activities and a movie after dark.
At times, it can be challenging to keep finding family events that provide youngsters with...
Cherry Crest readies maze for July 4 opening day
LANCASTER — Cherry Crest Adventure Farm, located in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country, launches its Summer Season Friday, July 4th, with the grand opening of its 19th Annual Amazing Maize Maze®. Summer hours are 10am-5pm Tuesday-Friday and 10am-7pm on Saturday.
Renowned as one of America’s finest examples of agri-tainment, Cherry Crest annually attracts around 100,000 visitors from countries...
La Comunidad hires Domanska as nurse practitioner
Catherine Domanska
KENNETT — La Comunidad Hispana has hired Catherine Domanska as a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner.
“Catherine’s experience, background and education makes her an excellent addition to our professional staff,” Margarita Queralt Mirkil, President and Chief Executive Officer of LCH, said.
Domanska has Masters of Science and Bachelor of Science degrees in Nursing from...
Youth Field Hockey Coming to Kennett & Avon Grove
With big assist from Unionville Rec., more girls to get chance to hit the field
By Kim Chiomento, Correspondent, The Times
KENNETT — If they wanted to play field hockey, elementary and middle school girls from southern Chester County area would have had to sign up with Unionville Recreational Association (URA).
Now, thanks to the work of many, these young ladies will have two more options starting...
Kennett, Unionville Toastmasters seeking members
For those with a fear of public speaking, relief is in sight! A new chapter of Toastmasters has started in the Kennett/Unionville area. The only prerequisite is a desire to better your speaking and leadership skills. The club meets twice a month on Monday evenings (5:45-6:45). Meetings are typically held at the District offices at Unionville High School though in the summer months, they will...
AG Community Theater presents The Wizard of Oz in July
LINCOLN UNIVERSITY — Avon Grove Community Theater (ACT) will present The Wizard of Oz for two weekends at the Ware Center on the campus of Lincoln University, 1570 Old Baltimore Pike, Lincoln University, PA
The performance schedule is as follows: Friday, July 18 @ 7:00 p.m., Sunday, July 20 @ 2:00 p.m., Thursday, July 24 @ 7:00 p.m., Friday, July 25 @ 7:00 p.m., Saturday, July 26 @ 2:00 p.m....
Dinniman-backed Lyme bill awaits Corbett’s signature
The Eastern Deer Tick, the source of Lyme Disease in Chester County.
WEST CHESTER – State Senator Andy Dinniman announced friday that Senate Bill 177, the Lyme and Related Tick-Borne Disease Surveillance, Education and Prevention and Treatment Act, has been approved by the Pennsylvania General Assembly and now awaits Gov. Tom Corbett’s signature.
Dinniman, a co-sponsor of the legislation, said...
What To Do: Community Day, Hootenanny and More
First weekend of summer is packed with family-friendly events
By Denny Dyroff, Correspondent, The Times
East Goshen’s Community Day celebration takes place June 21, with a full day of fun, capped by fireworks.
This is the time of year when people love to get out in the open air. It is the season for outdoor festivals and family events.
East Goshen Township Community Park (1580 Paoli Pike, West...
Breakfast/Network session for new businesses, June 27
EXTON — The Chester County Economic Development Council is hosting a breakfast and networking session on Get Prepared to Start or Grow Your Business on Friday, June 27 from 7:45 a.m. until 9:30 a.m.
The event is free thanks to funding from PREP and the PA Department of Community and Economic Development. PREP (Partnerships for Regional Economic Performance) is a statewide network of workforce and...
