Free camp hoping to draw in aspiring young artists
Parents are invited to drop off children for hourlong sessions without reservations
Catering to the arts of spontaneity, creativity and generosity, an anonymous local donor has nurtured a winning seasonal partnership
Budding young artists can explore their creativity at a free camp at The Garage in Kennett Square.
that benefits parents and children in the Kennett area.
The Chester County Art Association...
Natural Lands Trust announces Stroud app
New smartphone/tablet app allows for info and games at Stroud Preserve
Designed for “kids of all ages” the new Natural Lands Trust app for the Stroud Preserve can both teach and entertain.
EAST BRADFORD — Hiking through some of Chester County’s nicest preserved open spaces? Yeah, there’s an app for that.
The Natural Lands Trust, which manages a number of local nature preserves,...
KAPRB planning various recreation events
Local children take off at the start of last year’s Kids’ Cross Country run.
KENNETT — The Kennett Area Parks and Recreation Board is planning a number of fun activities in the coming weeks. Here are some of the highlights:
KAPRB Kids Cross Country Run. This event is scheduled for July 19 at Anson B. Nixon Park. Children will run a 1.5 mile race course! The event is FREE to...
Living History: The Kennett Underground Railway
Chester County offered hope and a route to freedom for slaves
By Gene Pisasale, Special to The Times
The Progressive Friends Meeting House in Kennett is now the Chester County Visitors Center — but was a key border hub in the movement of slaves north of the Mason-Dixon Line and freedom.
More than any other issue, the Civil War was fought to decide whether “the peculiar institution” known...
Injured jockey’s indomitable spirit inspires
Group has held five fund-raisers to assist Jake Chalfin with medical expenses; two more are scheduled
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Jake Chalfin said he is extremely grateful to a group who rallied to give him emotional and financial support after his paralyzing steeplechase injury. Photo courtesy of Tod Marks
A 34-year-old Springdell resident who grew up in Chester Springs...
Top of the Tribe / Blue Demon Files- Ethan Sarosi
We caught up with the KAU pitching ace to find out more
By Dave Conard Sports editor, KennettTimes.com
Ethan Sarosi is helping lead the way for KAU, we try to help you get to know the 10-yeard old hurler.
EAST MARLBOROUGH- With the dog days of summer quickly approaching, it’s time to get our student highlight feature going for the upcoming fall season.
Art and cycling to create hub of activity
First Friday Art Stroll, Chesco Grand Prix bike race set to entertain
A confluence of entertainment will jumpstart the weekend in Kennett Square.
The borough’s First Friday Art Stroll will be complemented by the Chesco Grand Prix bike race. Kennett will host the final criteriums of
Cyclists from the Chesco Grand Prix will race through the center of Kennett Square on Friday evening.
the race,...
KAU Stars shine brightly in district tournament
Despite battling through loser’s bracket with three straight wins, title hopes vanish with 12-2 loss to Avon Grove
By Dave Conard Sport Editor, KennettTimes.com
Garrett Pinkston slides into third safely in the first inning
LIONVILLE—In baseball, as in life, some times things just don’t go your way, such was the case for the KAU All Stars as they came up short against on Avon Grove Red...
Living History: Where have all the diners gone?
Although a disappearing breed, these eateries still can be found in Chester County
By Gene Pisasale, Special to The Times
The DK Diner in West Chester is a classic example of a disappearing breed: the railcar or prefab diner. Once plentiful in Chester County, now it requires a bit of a hunt to find these gems of Americana.
From Edward Hopper’s 1942 painting “Nighthawks” to Airstream-sleek...
KAU under ten year olds advance to final four in district
Kennett youngsters show heart in loser’s bracket win over Coatesville
By Dave Conard Sports Editor, KennettTimes.com
LIONVILLE–It takes a certain kind of mentality to be successful when a team finds themselves battling through the loser’s bracket in any double elimination tournament.
On Sunday, the KAU under-10 years old all stars showed their metal as they battled the heat and...
