A venue where pipe dreams can come true
Longwood Gardens is hosting international organ competition
Ten renowned organists from around the world will compete in the inaugural International Organ Competition at Longwood Gardens.
Organ aficionados, take note: Longwood Gardens’ is hosting an international competition with a $40,000 first prize.
Ten renowned organists will compete in the inaugural International Organ Competition, playing...
Enjoy ‘Roman Holiday’ at Kennett Flash
Audrey Hepburn-Gregory Peck comedy one of four upcoming selections
William Wyler’s classic comedy, ‘Roman Holiday,’ will be shown at the Flash on May 16.
Films at the Flash will continue with four new bargain features scheduled on Thursday evenings.
The lineup includes “Roman Holiday, a William Wyler comedy starring Gregory Peck and Audrey Hepburn on May 16; “Effects,” a...
For East Linden Street, another sign of progress
Annual Community Gala will include dedication of bronze plaque
A rendering shows the format of the plaque that Kennett Square Mayor Matt Fetick will dedicate on Saturday.
The Historic East Linden Project will celebrate another milestone on Saturday and is inviting the public to participate in the festivities.
From 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., the nonprofit is holding its 2013 Community Gala, a block-style,...
Take safety precautions during Arson Awareness Week
Government agencies want public to be aware of dangers to avoid them
Government agencies are pushing safety precautions during National Arson Awareness Week.
An estimated 16,800 intentionally set fires occur in homes every year, resulting annually in approximately 280 deaths, 775 injuries, and $593 million in property loss, according to the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA). During Arson Awareness...
Library offering kayak, canoe safety course
Participants will receive certification to operate paddle crafts
The Chester County Library is offering a paddle-boat safety course in conjunction with the Coast Guard Auxiliary.
Want to ensure you know what you’re doing the next time you decide to paddle down the Brandywine? The Chester County Library and District Center is offering an educational opportunity to help accomplish that.
Partnering...
Former Chesco district attorney raising the bar
Joseph W. Carroll Jr. will mix drinks at fund-raiser for animal oncology foundation
Former Chester County District Attorney Joseph W. Carroll Jr. is hoping to deliver some cheer to animals in need through a fund-raiser on Thursday.
After decades of practicing law, former District Attorney Joseph W. Carroll Jr. will try his hand at a different kind of bar on Thursday.
Carroll will serve as a guest...
Fun Run/Walk to fund children’s auditory initiatives
Event to be held Saturday at Nemours Mansion & Gardens
The 5th Annual Hear We Go 5K Fun Run/Walk will be held Saturday on the grounds of Nemours Mansion & Gardens in Wilmington.
Refreshments, entertainment, and an education fair will follow outside the Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children. Proceeds benefit programs related to hearing loss and hearing conservation in children.
This...
Plants, crafts featured at Art On The Square, April 27
With arts, crafts and plants — such as this example sold last year by North Creek Nursery — there’s something for everyone at Art on The Square, April 27.
KENNETT SQUARE — Art works, crafts and plants Art on the Square on Saturday, April 27. This juried outdoor art festival brings art and fine crafts to downtown Kennett Square from 10 – 4 pm. Artists will line the sidewalks along...
Brandywine Valley Chorale to perform with UHS students, May 3
‘Night & Day’ features Chester County debut of Sunrise Mass at Unionville High School show
EAST MARLBOROUGH — In its sixth season, The Brandywine Valley Chorale (BVC) with the Unionville High School Chorale, presents Night & Day, featuring the Chester County Premiere of Ola Gjeilo’s SUNRISE MASS.
Led by Artistic Director Jason Throne, the BVC’s Spring Concert will be performed...
KEF banquet reaches for the stars, hits home
Annual event raises more than $62,000 for Kennett Education Foundation
Bidders crowd around the dozens of items available during Monday’s Kennett Education Foundation Spring Banquet. The event raised more than $62,000 to help fund educational programs in the Kennett Consolidated School District.
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
KENNETT — You can’t get to the stars without reaching for...
