What To Do: Charter Day and First Fridays

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times With First Friday happening on March 6, Charter Day coming on March 8, the final weekend of the Philadelphia Flower Show now through Sunday and two popular annual expos in Oaks all three weekend days, there is a plethora of activities in the area over the next few days. March 6 is the day for First Friday happenings in several locations in eastern...

What To Do: Kennett Winterfest is on tap

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Kennett Winterfest This is a special time of year in Kennett Square – the time for a popular annual event known as the Kennett Winterfest. Although, if the weather forecast is correct, “Earlyspringfest” might be a more accurate name. The 14th Annual Kennett Winterfest (www.kennettbrewfest.com) will be held on February 28 from 12:30-4 p.m....

Oxford Arts Alliance gets grant for ‘Tween’ art club

The Oxford Arts Alliance announced it has been awarded funding from the Justamere Foundation in support of its Tween Art Club, an after school visual arts program designed specifically for youth ages 10–14. The Tween Art Club provides structured, supervised, and meaningful after-school creative opportunities during one of the most important stages of youth development. Meeting weekly, students...

Fox Rothschild lends helping hands to DVCCC

Fox Rothschild’s Exton office donated essentials to local families served by the Domestic Violence Center of Chester County. This effort aligns with Generation Fox, which empowers youth across the country. Fox Rothschild’s Exton office extended meaningful assistance to families served by the Domestic Violence Center of Chester County (DVCCC). Team members collected essential supplies and monetary...

What To Do: ‘Garden Glow’ lights up at Longwood

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Garden Glow Longwood Gardens (Route 1, Kennett Square, 610-388-1000, www.longwoodgardens.org) has started its new year with an enticing special event – “Garden Glow.” “Garden Glow,” which opened on February 13, will run through March 8. Nature and light collide in “Garden Glow’ — an enchanting after-hours journey through...

What To Do: A fun-filled holiday weekend

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times   Get ready for a fun-filled stretch of partying, bacchanal, sweet food treats and celebrations. The party starts with Valentine’s Day on February 14 and continues with Presidents’ Day activities on February 16, Mardi Gras on February 17 and Asian Lunar New Year on February 17. The biggest annual celebration is Valentine’s Day which arrives...

Downingtown Middle School student wins county Spelling Bee

The champion of the 2026 Chester County Spelling Bee, Yohaan Damani, Downingtown Middle School, proudly holds up his first-place ribbon. Yohaan Damani of Downingtown Middle School is the first place winner of the 2026 Chester County Spelling Bee that took place on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at Collegium Performing Arts Center. Yohaan spelled his way to victory with the winning word “predecessor”...

West Chester Restaurant Week returns Feb. 22

Downtown West Chester is thrilled to announce the return of the highly anticipated West Chester Restaurant Week, running from Sunday, February 22nd, through Sunday, March 1st, 2026. For eight days, downtown West Chester will transform into a premier destination for food lovers, featuring exclusive multi-course, prix fixe menus from some of the area’s most celebrated dining establishments. Participating...

What To Do: Time for the Philadelphia Car Show

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times The Philadelphia Car Show If you’re looking for a new car, the best way is by visiting dealers’ showrooms — taking the time-consuming challenge of visiting dealers’ showrooms. Obviously, you can take an easier route by going online. But that doesn’t compare to seeing the wide variety of vehicles in person. This weekend, you can...

What To Do: Groundhog Day, plus indoor and outdoor events this weekend

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times The Founders Philly Freeze-Ou With temperatures expected to be in single digits this weekend, heading to an outdoor event doesn’t seem like a great option. However, for those who enjoy bitter cold weather, there is a special event for you. The Founders Philly Freeze-Out (manayunk.com/events) will take place on Main Street in Manayunk on...