High School memories remind us how far we’ve come
We may be a bit older, but we’re wiser for the journey
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Last night was my 25th high school reunion. That is painful to type out in black and white. How is it possible that a QUARTER of a CENTURY has gone by? Putting it that way makes it sound even more horrifying.
There was a bright spot, however. My girlfriend Sharon pointed out that enduring our...
What To Do: Patriot’s Day in Chadds Ford
And….Santa comes to Kennett, rides helicopters and trains to kick off holiday season
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The annual “Patriot’s Day” celebration will be held Saturdayat the Brandywine Battlefield in Chads Ford.
On November 29, it will be time to celebrate “Patriot’s Day” which is not to be confused with “Patriot Day” or “Patriots’ Day” or a day to...
On Stage: Jeffrey Gaines hit The Flash
Also: Serafin String Quartet, Micky Dolenz, Scrooge and more!
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Jeffrey Gaines brings his powerful music to The Flash in Kennett Square, Nov. 29.
It’s been almost a quarter of a century since Jeffrey Gaines signed his first recording deal with a major label. It’s been 22 years since his debut album “Jeffrey Gaines” was released on Chrysalis Records.
It’s...
Art Watch: art makes a marvelous gift
Galleries all over Chester County are open and ready for your shopping needs
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
The best gift is something that is hand-made, and if you cannot make it yourself, then you might consider having some shopping fun at any of the holiday art venues in our area – also a great way to support local arts!
This week all of the local galleries are open for holiday...
Road to the ‘Roses’: excitement builds as Honors Band gears-up for Pasadena
A sneak-peak of uniforms, logistics & fundraising
By Kim Chiomento, Staff Writer, The Times
KENNETT – The long and very exciting journey is nearly complete for the 154 member Calvacade of Bands Honors Band; scheduled to participate in the iconic 126th Tournament of Roses Parade – Thursday, Jan. 1, 2015.
This huge logistical undertaking is being lead by Unionville High’s...
This or that: Find those fabulous looks for less
You can enjoy high style without running up a big bill
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
I am a huge fan of Barney’s Department Store creative genius, Simon Doonan, and his exquisite fashion sense; HOWEVER, his “Top 10 Holiday Gifts for Every Fashion Girl” via PopSugar (http://bit.ly/1FcR4sR) was a little out of my price range. I decided to take his recommendations and make them...
What To Do: Holiday season goes into high gear
Longwood, Winterthur, Nemours decked out for season
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Christmas at Longwood Gardens kicks off Nov. 27.
There is a wide array of holiday attractions in the area each year — small, large, indoor, outdoor, secular, religious — but few can compare to “A Longwood Gardens Christmas.”
The festive holiday display at Longwood Gardens (Route 1, Kennett...
KSQ’s ‘Chalfont House’ fire…picking-up the pieces
A behind-the-scenes look at efforts to save & rebuild lives
By Kim Chiomento, Staff Writer, The Times
The once grand ‘Chalfont’ House – 220 N. Union Street, Kennett Square (rear view)
KENNETT SQUARE — As a result of the hard work of many, today Kennett-area residents are taking comfort in that incredibly there was no loss of life, or major injuries reported, after...
Kennett’s proposed 2015 revenues exceed expenses by $664K
Talks have begun with County about taking ownership of Chandler Mill Bridge
By Rick Marts, Correspondent, The Times
KENNETT — Township Manager Lisa Moore made a brief presentation of the township’s proposed 2015 budget, showing that revenues are expected to exceed expenses by $664,290. From an historic standpoint, this positive difference is not especially high or unusual.
A summary of the...
On Stage: Gillian Grassie comes home
Also: Orpheus Supertones, Genesis’ Steve Hackett and more on local stages
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Gillian Grassie, a 2005 Unionville High School graduate, is coming home to perform after playing shows around the world.
Chadds Ford’s globe-trotting musician Gillian Grassie is coming home — at least for a few weeks. Grassie, who now lives in Berlin, Germany, will...
