19th-century female trailblazer to come alive
‘History on Tap’ puts women’s rights champion Ann Preston in spotlight
Laurie Rofini, director of Chester County Archives and Records Services, will lead a “History on Tap” program on Ann Preston, a 19th-century pioneer, on March 18.
A 19th-century pioneer of women’s rights and female medical education will come to life at a West Chester restaurant on Tuesday, March 18, at 6:30 p.m.,...
Residents invited to volunteer for cleanup
Statewide effort to spruce up roadsides sponsored by PennDOT, DEP
Volunteers are being sought to help keep Chester County pristine by cleaning up roadsides.
HARRISBURG — Volunteers for this year’s Great American Cleanup of Pennsylvania effort that runs through May 31 are being sought by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and the Department of Environmental Protection...
Chester County Women’s Commission bestows awards
Recipients range from veteran social-service role models to student volunteers
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Chester County Commissioner Terence Farrell introduces Empowered Young Woman award-winner Christine Luczka (right). She is joined by Jeannine McCullough, vice chair of the Chester County Women’s Commission.
A distinguished roster of female honorees received well-deserved...
Promoting legacy of music, community outreach
Annual concert pays tribute to teen’s brave struggle with brain cancer
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
A March 15 concert will pay tribute to Jonathan Martin Beech and continue his legacy of music and giving back to the community.
For seven years, a tribute to a teenage boy who exceled in academics as well as music and other extracurricular activities has grown in scope...
When short stack supports tall cause
Flapjack fund-raiser to benefit Historic East Linden Project
The Historic East Linden Project is holding its annual Flapjack fund-raiser on Saturday, March 15, from 8 to 10 a.m., at the Kennett Applebee’s.
Billed as an opportunity to enjoy a short stack for a tall cause, this fund-raiser will help support the project’s many community programs, organizers said. The project’s success in...
Friday Art Stroll jam-packed with activities
From Dr. Seuss to edible plants, entertainment abounds
A demonstration of pot-throwing at Charles Metzger Pottery will be one of the Friday Art Stroll activities in Kennett Square.
Historic Kennett Square celebrates the month of March with its Art Stroll on Friday, March 7, from 6 to 9 p.m. The public is invited to visit a variety of independently-owned shops, galleries, and restaurants and enjoy...
Sanderson Museum opens for 2014 season
The Christian C. Sanderson Museum on Creek Road in Chadds Ford is now open for the 2014 season.
CHADDS FORD — That gem of both Southeast Pennsylvania history and that of the better part of the 20th Century of American History — the Christian C. Sanderson Museum — is now open for the 2014 season, on Thursdays through Sunday from 12 pm to 4 pm.
“We look forward to welcoming visitors to the...
Family Night Out, March 15
¡Ay, Dios mio! The lucky winners of Quizzo during the Family Night Out event at Unionville High School could find these three desperadoes on their doorstep — current and former Unionville Chadds Ford administrators John Nolen, Sharon Parker and John Sanville — along with the complete fixin’s for a chili dinner party for eight.
EAST MARLBOROUGH — What’s the best recipe for fun...
County’s Historical Society getting cool new addition
Work underway to replace aging air-conditioning system
The Chester County Historical Society (CCHS) wants area residents to know that the large crane that can be seen in Evans Alley hoisting materials onto its roof is a positive sign.
The West Chester-based nonprofit is in the middle of a major HVAC replacement project, a news release said. Coordinated by Brandywine Valley Heating and Air Conditioning,...
Melting snow could pose flooding dangers
County officials urge motorists to avoid traversing standing water
The Chester County Department of Emergency Services (DES) interrupts this cycle of melting snow to issue a reminder about another potential hazard: flash flooding.
Many causes exist for flash flooding in Chester County, which can occur fast and can wipe a car off the road in an instant.
Some include rain or snow melt...
