Lionville Middle School to perform ‘Annie’ March 8-9
Daniel Wu as Daddy Warbucks, Lia De Ocampo as Annie
Lionville Middle School (LMS) is proud to announce the upcoming production of Annie. Featuring Daniel Wu as Daddy Warbucks and Lia De Ocampo as Annie, the show boasts a talented cast and crew of over 100 students.
Set in the Great Depression, Annie follows the journey of a young orphan who captures the hearts of everyone she meets with her infectious...
WCU’s Fiorentino to be inducted into Chester County Hall of Fame
Christopher M. Fiorentino
The leader of the largest university within Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education will soon be inducted into the Chester County Hall of Fame by the Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC).
CCEDC is announcing that West Chester University (WCU) President Christopher M. Fiorentino will be honored on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 before an anticipated audience...
Avon Grove students showcase talent in Winter Strings Festival
Avon Grove orchestra students perform at the annual Strings Festival.
On Wednesday, January 31, Avon Grove School District (AGSD) hosted its annual Strings Festival, a districtwide orchestra event with musical performances from students in grades five to twelve.
The concert, in its sixth year, provides a unique opportunity to bring together students from three schools in the district: Avon Grove Intermediate...
Harmony Hill Nursery acquires Tulpehocken Nursery
Harmony Hill Nursery, LLC (HHN) announced Monday it has acquired the Tulpehocken Nursery’s assets in Reading. These assets will be directly absorbed into HHN effective immediately.
Tulpehocken Nursery was founded over 40 years by Patty Meinhart on the premise to grow quality trees and shrubs for the discerning landscape designer and contractor in the fertile fields along the Tulpehocken Nursery...
What To Do: Trolls at the Philadelphia Zoo
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Trolls at the Philadelphia Zoo
The Philadelphia Zoo has been a habitat for an amazing array of animals ever since its opening day in July 1874. Now, for the next two-and-one-half months, the Zoo will be home to a sextet of Trolls.
Now through April 15, the Philadelphia Zoo (3400 West Girard Avenue, Philadelphia) is hosting the East Coast debut of Thomas...
75th Chadds Ford Art Show and Sale on March 16
Chadds Ford Elementary School is excited to host its 75th Annual Art Show and Sale, and with such a momentous occasion come key changes that will enhance patron, artist, and volunteer experiences. Such changes include a shift to a one-day event on Saturday, March 16, 2024, from 10:00am-5:00pm and the opportunity for patrons to purchase art, jewelry, wooden items, glass designs, and pottery directly...
What To Do: Celebrating the Year of the Dragon
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Year of the Dragon at Penn Museum
The Chinese zodiac is a rotating cycle of 12 years in which each year is represented by a specific animal and its characteristics — rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, sheep, monkey, rooster, dog and pig.
2024 is the “Year of the Dragon” according to Chinese zodiac.
The Chinese Zodiac dates back to the...
What To Do: Longwood Gardens celebrates the beauty of winter
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Longwood Gardens
This weekend, Longwood Gardens (Route 1, Kennett Square, 610-388-1000, www.longwoodgardens.org) starts its new year with one of its annual special events – “Winter Wonder.”
“Winter Wonder,” which runs from January 20-March 24, celebrates the beauty of winter. It’s all about outdoor spacious, indoor oasis, and the power of...
CCIU to host summer camp and activities fair, Jan. 23
It’s never too early to think about summer! Jump-start your planning on Tuesday, Jan. 23, with summer fun at the Chester County Summer Adventures Camp and Activities Fair. This year’s event will take place at West Chester East High School, located at 450 Ellis Lane in West Chester, PA. The event is free to attend and will be open from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
The Summer Adventures Camp and Activities...
What To Do: Many area events honoring MLK jr this weekend
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Dr.Martin Luther King Jr.
This is the weekend that America pays tribute to Civil Rights pioneer Martin Luther King, Jr.
Martin Luther King Weekend will be celebrated on January 15 at the Eastern State Penitentiary (2027 Fairmount Avenue, Philadelphia, 215-236-3300,www.easternstate.org) from 11 a.m.-4:45 p.m.
Visitors will be able to commemorate Dr. Martin...
