All About Connecting: The September Surge — Why Fall Is Dating’s Real Fresh Start
By Nancy Rugart Plummer, Columnist, The Times
Dear Nancy, I took the summer off from dating. Between the shore house, the graduation parties, and my garden, I just didn’t have the energy for the apps. Now summer is winding down and I feel like I missed my window. Everyone says summer is the season for romance and dating, and I spent mine in a beach chair. Did I blow it? Should I just wait until next...
What To Do: Celebrating 52 weeks of firsts
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
It’s August and the weekend calendar is filled with special events – many of which are long-running traditional events.
And this year, there is a long-running, ever-changing weekly event.
“52 Weeks of Firsts” (www.visitphilly.com/52-weeks-of-firsts) is a yearlong, citywide celebration honoring Philadelphia’s legacy of innovation produced...
On Stage: Local stars to shine at Philadelphia Folk Festival
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
The Philadelphia Folk Festival, which is celebrating its 63rd anniversary this year, is running from August 14-16 at Upper Salford Township’s iconic Old Pool Farm (1323 Salford Station Road, Harleysville, folkfest.org).
The Philadelphia Folk Festival’s legacy includes a multi-generational audience which makes returning to the farm each summer an...
County’s AI-powered kiosks win national award
Chester County’s AI-powered self-service kiosks are in the Chester County Justice Center, the Government Services Center, and some Magisterial District Courts.
A Chester County initiative designed to make navigating the court system easier and more accessible for the public has earned national recognition.
Chester County’s “AI Self-Service Kiosk Implementation” project has been named a Center...
What To Do: A Chester County classic, the Old Fiddlers’ Picnic on Sat.
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
There are some events in the area that have been around longer than even some of the really old entertainers – we’re talking Dick Van Dyke (100), Willie Nelson (94), William Shatner (95), June Lockhart (100) and Sonny Rollins (95).
This week, there is a music festival that has been around for 96 years, an event that is celebrating its 78th anniversary...
On Stage: Fruition comes to Eagleview Town Center
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
The Eagleview Town Center “Concerts on the Square” (570 Wellington Square, Exton, www.ineagleview.com) began in 2001.
The series has established itself as an area summertime tradition where families gather on the lawn to hear live music under the stars.
The series, held every Tuesday evening from June through August, has become a beloved local...
County prision chapel dedicated to long-time chaplain Crans
The John Lawrence “Jack” Crans Chapel at the Chester County Prison was dedicated in honor of Prison Chaplain Jack Crans on July 27, 2026.
Chester County Prison Chaplain Jack Crans has been a steadfast presence in the lives of incarcerated individuals, correctional staff, and their families for more than five decades. Since 1973, he has devoted his ministry to serving the prison community...
What To Do: Goshen Fair, Das Awkscht Fescht and so much more
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Goshen Country Fair
Some of the area’s annual events such as the Goshen Fair and Das Awkscht Fescht have been around for a long time — a really long time.
One of the best — and longest-running – fairs is the annual Goshen Country Fair (Goshen Fairgrounds, Park Avenue, East Goshen, 610- 430-1554, www.goshencountryfair.org).
The fair,...
On Stage: Beloved musicals return for local shows
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Ain’t Misbehavin
A nice way to spend an evening this time of year is to attend a live musical – a theatrical show that can fill a summer night with well-loved tunes.
This weekend, two area theaters — People’s Light (People’s Light 39 Conestoga Road, Malvern, www.peopleslight.org) and Candlelight Theater (2208 Millers Road, Wilmington,...
Chester County DA’s Weekly Update: July 29
Editor’s Note: The following is a submission by the Chester County District Attorney’s Office.
Here is a brief update on some of the events that occurred recently in the Chester County DA’s Office:
Trial By Tires Team Finishes the 39th Annual Ben to the Shore Bike Tour
Members of the Chester County District Attorney’s Office proudly participated in the 39th Annual Ben to the Shore Bike...
