What To Do: Philadelphia attractions begin to reopen

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times  The Museum of the American Revolution It’s 2020 and the coronavirus pandemic has been wiping out events on a regular basis and forcing attractions to remain closed. Slowly, things are starting to come back to life. Philadelphia is a good example of this resurgence. On September 9, Independence National Historical Park (https://www.nps.gov/inde) reopened...

What To Do: Philadelphia attractions begin to reopen

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times  The Museum of the American Revolution It’s 2020 and the coronavirus pandemic has been wiping out events on a regular basis and forcing attractions to remain closed. Slowly, things are starting to come back to life. Philadelphia is a good example of this resurgence. On September 9, Independence National Historical Park (https://www.nps.gov/inde) reopened...

Despite obstacles, Chesco Junior Livestock Show is a success

Melinda Stoltzfus of Coatesville, Pennsylvania, exhibited the Grand Champion Market Goat, which was purchased by Triple S Welding of Coatesville, Pennsylvania, at$8.50 per pound. Pictured (L-R): Dale Stoltzfus, Melinda Stoltzfu Through the dedication of local supporters, youth, parents, and volunteers, all overcoming a multitude of obstacles, a successful Chesco Junior Livestock Invitational Show and...

What To Do: A few Labor Day events survive COVID

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times  Hard as it is to believe, we’ve arrived at Labor Day Weekend — the weekend when summer unofficially draws to a close. But wait – did we even have a summer? We had summer weather – heat waves, high humidity, random thunderstorms — but not much else. COVID-19 took care of that. One thing that seemed would never change about the Labor...

What To Do: Despite event cancellations, there are options to get out of the house

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times  The Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation The tight restrictions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic have been eased somewhat by the Governors of Pennsylvania and Delaware. There has been a steady re-opening of attractions such as amusement parks, zoos, movie theaters and parks –local, state, and national. So, if your cabin fever has reached a breaking point,...

DCCC finds virtual way to honor soldiers, vets, during COVID-19 pandemic

At the Veterans Center are from left: U.S. Army veteran Darren Lipscomb, Director of Outreach, Recruitment and Enrollment Services; students Petula Darnley and Alexander Eatman; U.S. Military student veterans Nicholas Stanicia and Robert Saugling; and Mitchell Murtha, Vice President, Recruitment and Enrollment Management. Delaware County Community College is committed to helping active duty soldiers,...

What To Do: Butterfly Festival will go on, with a few changes

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times  Butterfly Festival If you have butterfly bushes in your yard or in your neighborhood, you’ve probably seen plenty of the beautiful insects flying around, dancing with each other and feeding on the plants’ blooms. Every year, there is a colorful and entertaining Butterfly Festival in late August at Colonial Gardens (745 Schuylkill Rd, Phoenixville,...

Patton student wins PennDOT District 6 2020 Middle School Safety Drawing Contest

The Philadelphia Region of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2020 Middle School Safety Drawing Contest which promotes transportation safety and fosters appreciation for school art programs and student creativity. The winner is Lorya Xu from Charles F. Patton Middle School in Kennett Square, Chester County. Lorya is named PennDOT’s District...

KAU 12U Knights kick off fundraising shoe drive

Grant Fleming with the KAU shoe drop off box at Brandywine Ace & Pet. The shoe drive runs through Oct. 16. The Kennett Unionville 12U Knights have kicked off a local shoe donation drive to help raise funds for a team trip — and give those shoes you don’t need or want a second life. Starting this week, the public is invited to participate in a shoe drive to raise funds for Cooperstown Dreams...

Chester County Studio Art Tour returns in Sept.

Artist Adrian Martinez in his studio. Ten years ago, two artists opened their studios. Each artist invited five artists to share their creative space in hopes the community would come and support the arts. This event later grew to include 12 studios and 25 artists. It officially became a two-day event with signs, banners, and a catalogue highlighting the artists on the tour. Over the past 10 years...