Cosby to perform benefit at The Lincoln University, July 19

Bill Cosby LINCOLN UNIVERSITY—Comedian, actor and philanthropist Dr. William  “Bill” Cosby, Jr. will be performing live in concert to benefit The Lincoln University’s first-ever $10 million The Students First Campaign for student scholarships on Saturday, July 19 at its International Cultural Center. Over the past year, Cosby, who also serves as General Chair of The Students First Campaign,...

Lands trust announces ExploreNLT mobile app

Natural Lands Trust recently announced the launch of its new mobile app, ExploreNLT. The free app includes interactive trail maps, activities, events listings, and easy sharing of photos to Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Natural Lands Trust’s goals when designing the app were to help introduce new audiences to the organization’s network of nature preserves, provide a more educational and...

Did you make your hygienist smile today?

Dental hygienists are the first line of defense in dental health By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times Too often in the closely scheduled day in dental practice we neglect to thank those people who we really can’t do without. The modern dental practice depends heavily on the services provided by registered dental hygienists. A great dental hygienist is a tremendous advocate...

No fun things to do mid-week? Wrong.

New and old music venues offer summer options even during the week By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Procol Harum (including lead singer Gary Brooker, pictured) headlines at Sun Center’s “Starlight Summer Concert Series” July 17, just one of many great music opportunities available mid-week. There are a lot of things to like about summer. If you’re a music fan, you’re sure to...

Art Watch: David Katz’s bold and beautiful flying chairs

Plus RockDraw, Fantasy & Abstract, & painting in Longwood By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times Oil painter David Katz will be showing his big, bold and beautiful artwork at Galer Estate Winery Pop up show Thursday July 17th.  David works on very large handmade canvases and paints whatever interesting series of images pop into his head. He starts with a large gessoed canvas and then positions...

KAPRB plans Kids X-County run, July 17, more events in 2014

Kids 14 and under can run in Thursday’s Kids’ Cross Country Run at Anson B. Nixon Park, the first of many events planned for this summer and fall by the Kennett Area Park and Recreation Board. KENNETT — The Kennett Area Park and Recreation Board is swinging into a busy summer and fall schedule of events, kicking off this week with 2014 Kids Cross Country Race, Later this year, KAPRB...

Reid appointed Upland head of school

Thomas J. Reid is the new head of school at Upland Country Day School. EAST MARLBOROUGH — The Board of Trustees at Upland Country Day School announced the appointment of Thomas J. Reid as Head of School and the election of three new Trustees. Joining the 17-member board are Peter Thayer, Edwina (Evie) Dutton and Margaret Hamilton Duprey. Tom Reid has more than 25 years experience as a head...

Keystone FCU recognizes ‘star’ students

WEST CHESTER — Keystone Federal Credit Union announces the winners in the Seventh Annual “Shining Star” Awards.  The award was created to recognize students who have shown a noticeable improvement in academic performance, extra-curricular involvement, attendance, and classroom conduct throughout the school year. “Shining Star” winners each received a $200 share certificate and a trophy...

A ‘small’ problem with new sizing

JCrew’s new 000 size prompts a lot of comments, so? By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times JCrew has a new size: the Triple 000.  Thank goodness!!! I mean, how did we get along without it? Seriously. WHO CARES?!? I love the ranting and politically correct banter on all social media outlets. Like somehow having an extra, extra, extra small will drive millions of women into anorexia. Please. JCrew...

Treasures for Teachers helping schools in need

Unionville-Chadds Ford schools donate to help needy Delaware Valley schools By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times The giant collection of materials donated by Unionville Elementary School teachers to aid a North Philadelphia elementary school. Hillendale teachers donated earlier this year, while Chadds Ford and Pocopson will be participating later this summer. EAST MARLBOROUGH — A what would normally...