What To Do: Honoring our veterans
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
November 11 is Veterans Day, and many area attractions will honor veterans in a variety of ways.
The motto for the day is the Latin phrase, “Nos salutant vos,” which translates to “We salute you” in English.
The theme for Veterans Day 2025 is “Service to Our Nation.”
This theme reflects a tribute to all uniformed services and is represented by the winning design created by Army Veteran Jeremy D. Carpenter. The theme will be featured in the annual Veterans Day poster displayed across various facilities.
Veterans...
DASD, teachers agree to new 5-year contract
DASD and DAEA reach five-year professional staff agreement(from back to front and left to right: DAEA Executive Committee Secretary Stephanie Bosco, DAEA Secondary Vice President and Chief Negotiator Mike Borkowski, DASD Board Vice President Joyce Houghton, DAEA Elementary Vice President Sandy Falkner, DAEA Elementary Representative at Large Megan Kay, Superintendent Dr. Robert J. O’Donnell,...
On Stage: Bella White brings Americana to Philly
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Bella White
Bella White is a Canadian singer-songwriter who combines the old school music of bluegrass and Appalachian tunes with modern-day influences of Americana and singer-songwriter genres.
In the spring, she toured across America with her “Spring 2025 Red Rhododendron Tour.” The single “Rhododendron” was released in October 2022...
County moves to fix error in election poll books; polls to stay open until 10 pm
Polling locations around Chester County discovered this morning that poll books lacked the names of third-party and independent voters and scrambled to get new poll books to the county’s 230 polling locations, Tuesday. UPDATE: The county announced that polls will remain open until 10 pm Tuesday night to allow more access for voters.
According to a county statement issued Tuesday morning:
“Just...
County organizations launch ‘Help Feed Chesco’ initiative
Chester County United Way, Chester County Community Foundation, The Alliance for Health Equity, and United Way of Southern Chester County have joined forces to launch a collaborative relief effort to support our neighbors experiencing food insecurity. Together, the organizations have each contributed $25,000 to create a $100,000 matching fund, unlocking a potential total impact of $200,000 for...
What To Do: Dia de Los Muertos and PA Hunt Cup top busy local schedule
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Dia de Los Muertos
November 1 is a special day in Mexico and in Mexican American communities throughout the states. It is the day known as “Dia de Los Muertos” — the Day of the Dead. It is a festive day when families remember and honor their loved ones who have passed away.
Casa Guanajuato Kennett Square, in partnership with The Creamery...
What To Do (Holiday edition): Halloween events continue locally into this weekend
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Pumpkinland
“Halloween Weekend” is here and there are plenty of holiday themed events running throughout the weekend.
Some are in the “not so scary” category.
“Pumpkinland” has returned to Linvilla Orchards (137 West Knowlton Road, Media, 610-876-7116, www.linvilla.com). “Pumpkinland,” which runs through November 2, features fairy...
On Stage: Gov’t Mule embraces holiday with special show at The Met
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Gov’t Mule
When Gov’t Mule headlines a show on November 1 at The Met (858 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, http://themetphilly.com), the band’s fans will be in for a special treat.
Every year, Gov’t Mule plays a special show at the end of October — Mule-O-Ween.
Gov’t Mule — Warren Haynes – guitar, lead vocals (1994–present),...
Commissioners urge community support for local food pantries during federal SNAP funds halt
Chester County Commissioners Josh Maxwell, Marian Moskowitz, and Eric Roe are urging community action as the federal government shutdown disrupts the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The Commissioners are calling on both those in need and those able to help to take immediate action.
Their message is two-fold:
Individuals and families in need of food assistance should contact their...
County students look to the future at annual College Fair
he Transitioning Beyond High School early hour of the 2025 Chester County College Fair offered a structured setting for families to explore institutions with special education supports.
Chester County families gathered at United Sports in Downingtown on Monday, October 27, to attend the annual Chester County College Fair, organized by the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU), sponsored by CCRES...
