Art of Caring Festival, Sept 27
The Art of Caring painting by noted Chester County artist (and Times columnist) Lele Galer.
West Chester event at The Hickman features works of local popular artists
WEST CHESTER — The Hickman Friends Senior Community of West Chester is bringing a new twist to their 11th annual Art of Caring. Instead of an auction gala, they will host a free Art of Caring Festival on Saturday, Sept. 27 from 10 am...
What To Do: West Chester Restaurant festival serves it up again
Also: Jam on The Brandywine, Sept. 20
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
For more than three decades, the Chester County Restaurant Festival (Gay Street and downtown area, West Chester, 610-436-9010, http://chestercountyrestaurantfestival.com) has been treating visitors with the opportunity to sample a wide variety of gourmet treats.
This year, the free festival, which will be held on September...
Lecture on Barns-Brinton House, Sept. 27
CHADDS FORD — Amanda C. Burdan, associate curator, will introduce and discuss several paintings depicting this historic home in Chadds Ford. The Barns-Brinton House has been standing on its spot on US Route 1 for 300 years, rescued from demolition and restored by the Chadds Ford Historical Society. Visitwww.brandywinemuseum.org for more information.
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National Seat Check Saturday in Phoenixville
Experts suggest as many as three out of four car seats are improperly installed. As was the case seen above in 2013, local law enforcement officials plan to help make sure those seats are safe, at an event Saturday in Phoenixville.
Chester County District Attorney Tom Hogan announced that the Safe Kids Chester County Coalition is sponsoring a National Seat Check Saturday event to be held on Saturday,...
First Rotaract meeting, Sept. 24
KENNETT SQUARE — A new chapter of the Rotract Club plans its first meeting, Sept. 24 at the Kennett YMCA at 6 p.m.
The Rotaract Club consists of our young professionals ages 18-30 — and as the name suggests, bridges the high school-based Interact and Rotary. The group’s hope is to create an avenue for personal and professional growth through building relationships, serving, and mentoring....
Newlin celebrates Po-Mar-Lin, W. Bradford and Modena Fire Cos.
Despite some wet weather, spirits were high as Newlin celebrated its volunteer fire companies: Po-Mar-Lin, West Bradford and Modena at a special event, Saturday at the Lenfest Center.
NEWLIN — Saturday night, the Newlin Fire & EMS Committee held their second annual Party celebrating Newlin’s three Volunteer Fire Companies, Po-Mar-Lin. West Bradford and Modena.
The afternoon rain didn’t...
Pileggi to hold Kids Fun Fair, Sept. 20
Sen. Dominic Pileggi
Senate Majority Leader Dominic Pileggi (R-9) is hosting a Kids’ Fun Fair at West Chester East High School this Saturday, Sept.r 20, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The free event will be held rain or shine. Parents and grandparents are encouraged to attend with their children and grandchildren.
“The Kids’ Fun Fair is one of my favorite events,” Pileggi said. “It’s always great...
State Police: reminder to lock cars and homes
Child seat safety event planned for Sept. 17
AVONDALE — The Pennsylvania State Police reminded local residents Wednesday that they should to be sure and take the time to lock doors to their vehicles and homes.
Police said, as always, criminals look for easy access to property and an unlocked garage or car door can be the perfect opportunity. Residents can help protect their home and family by taking...
Shields given Preeminent rating
Jane M. Shields
WEST CHESTER — Jane M. Shields, a partner at MacElree Harvey, Ltd., has received an AV® Preeminent Rating with Martindale-Hubbell®.
According to Martindale-Hubbell, this rating “is the highest rating possible, and is a testament to the fact that a lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence. The Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings are...
What To Do: Devon Horse Show, classic cars at Hagley
Also: take a trip around the world without leaving the Delaware Valley
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The Devon Horse Show is one of the area’s most anticipated equestrian events, running now through Sept. 14.
There is never a shortage of events on Chester County annual schedule of equestrian events. They usually start when the weather gets warm and end when the temperatures drop in...
