Aguilera hired as LCH receptionist

Yasbeth Aguilera KENNETT SQUARE — La Comunidad Hispana has hired Yasbeth Aguilera of West Grove as front office receptionist. Aguilera is attending West Chester University and is studying business management. She previously was employed as member of member services representative for the YMCA of the Brandywine Valley in Kennett Square.

What To Do: Old-time baseball, classic cars and so much more

Pro cycling in W. Chester, Ren Faire opens and star gazing on tap By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Old-time baseball will be on display, Saturday, as Twin Lakes Brewing Company’s “Old Style 1860’s Base Ball and Beer,” featuring West Chester’s own Brandywine BaseBall Club. Are you in the mood for some old-time baseball? If you’re a Phillies fan, “old time”...

Alban winner of 2014 Legacy Award

Miguel Alban WEST CHESTER — When Miguel Alban arrived in the U.S. in 2005, he couldn’t speak English, but in just a few short years, he’s become a pillar of the community in southern Chester County area, helping local hispanics, serving on various local boards. As such, Alban was named this week as the winner of Chester County Community Foundation’s 2014 Legacy Award. Each...

Brandywiners show support for National Guard

The cast and crew of Annie — now performing at Longwood Gardens — as put on The Brandywiners, signed a statement of support for National Guard and reserves during a recent rehearsal. At a recent rehearsal for their upcoming production of the musical “Annie”, the cast and crew of THE BRANDYWINERS took an ‘intermission’ and signed a Statement of Support on behalf of the National Guard...

What To Do: Annie, fairs, ice cream and more

Get the beat this weekend, ranging from drum corps to Marley By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Brandywiners, Ltd. will be performing the classic American musical “Annie” at Longwood Gardens, July 25, 26, 31 and Aug. 1. There’s no need to wait for “Tomorrow.” You can hear the song “Tomorrow” and watch the show “Annie” right now. All you have to do is head to Longwood...

SCCSA still accepting fall soccer registration

The Southern Chester County Soccer Association is still accepting registrations for it’s Fall Recreational Soccer program.  The program is open to all children between the age of 4 and 17.  Registration deadline is August 1st.  The season starts Sunday September 7th.  More information and on-line registration is available at www.sccsasoccer.com“

What To Do: Longwood’s Summer Soiree, Turks Head and more

In the heat of the summer, events for almost every taste dot the calendar By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times The Unruhlies headline tonight at Winterthur’s Music Along the Bank” event tonight — a perfect chance for local live music under the stars. People in this area are fortunate to have two historical garden attractions in this area that are guaranteed to delight — Longwood...

Plantation Field gears up for even bigger 2014 event

Although the 2013 version was a can’t miss event, organizers say that the 2014 Plantation Field International Horse Trials will be even bigger and better in 2014. EAST MARLBOROUGH — The Best. Event. Ever. will be bigger and better than ever before as Plantation Field International Horse Trials celebrates the seventh year of its fall CIC3* competition in Unionville, the weekend of September...

KARMA holds annual sidewalk sale, July 19 & 20

KENNETT SQUARE — The Kennett Area Restaurants and Merchants Association (KARMA) will host the 4th Annual Summer Sidewalk Sale in downtown Kennett Square Saturday July 19th and Sunday July 20th. Saturday’s sale will run from 10 AM – 5 PM, while Sunday’s sale will run from 11 AM – 4 PM. The sale will be located on State, Union, and Broad Streets outside of your favorite shops and restaurants...

Cosby to perform benefit at The Lincoln University, July 19

Bill Cosby LINCOLN UNIVERSITY—Comedian, actor and philanthropist Dr. William  “Bill” Cosby, Jr. will be performing live in concert to benefit The Lincoln University’s first-ever $10 million The Students First Campaign for student scholarships on Saturday, July 19 at its International Cultural Center. Over the past year, Cosby, who also serves as General Chair of The Students First Campaign,...