Dogged by barking of political candidates?
Chester County SPCA slashes fees to urge friendlier alternative
“Baby” is one of more than 40 dogs available from the Chester County SPCA during the Patriotic Pooches Election Day event.
Has campaign sniping become a pet peeve? Perhaps a non-partisan pooch would provide a welcome respite from the divisive barking of the political candidates.
From now through Tuesday, the Chester County...
Kennett Flash continues Independent Film Series
‘Ruby Sparks’ scheduled Sunday at Back Alley Theater
The Back Alley Theater in the Kennett Flash continues its Independent Film Series Sunday with “Ruby Sparks,” a 2012 romantic comedy-drama.
Tickets are $5 at the door, which open at 3 p.m.; the the movie starts at 3:30 p.m. Light refreshments are available for purchase.
Directed by Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris and...
Enjoy front-row seat at Back Alley Theater
Independent movie series being offered at Kennett Flash
Historic Kennett Square and The Flash are continuing to combine efforts to offer area residents an independent film series.
On Thursday, “Moonrise Kingdom” will be featured at the Back Alley Theater of the Flash. The doors open at 7 p.m., and the movie starts at 7:30 p.m with a $5 admission. This charming film chronicles two “tween”...
Kennett Square plans frightfully fun festivities
Ninth Annual Halloween Parade scheduled for Sunday
Marchers are invited to participate in Kennett Square’s frightfully fun Halloween Parade on Sunday.
Ghosts, ghouls, goblins and sundry otherworldly creatures are expected to create a spooktacular display during the Ninth Annual Halloween Parade in Kennett Square this weekend.
Sponsored by the Kennett Area Merchants and Restaurant Association...
Pennsylvania Hunt Cup, Nov. 4
78th running of event offers day full of events; raises money for local charities
Spirited competition always marks the Pennsylvania Hunt Cup, as seen during the 2011 event.
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Tailgaters, racing enthusiasts and families wishing to spend a fall day in the country will enjoy watching topnotch steeplechase horses race over pristine rolling countryside on Sunday, Nov. 4.
The day...
Civil War exhibit to highlight local conflict
In Chester County, residents’ divided loyalties fueled tensions
A new exhibit at the Chester County Historical Society will provide insight into the Civil War era.
During the Civil War, Chester County found itself in the crosshairs of controversy with residents divided in their support for the Union or President Lincoln – conflict that spilled over into contentious public meetings and...
WCU schedules bout with political heavyweights
Rival state party titans to face off in pre-debate Oct. 22
Alan Novak, former GOP party chair in Chester County, will serve as half of West Chester University’s “Political Odd Couple.”
Can West Chester University’s Sykes Ballroom contain two diametrically opposed political power-brokers?
That’s a question university official believe will be answered affirmatively on...
Upland to hold open house, Oct. 24
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Upland Country Day School, a coeducational, independent day school in Kennett Square, is hosting an
Open House for students, families and community members on Wednesday, Oct. 24th from 9 a.m. to noon.
The open house is an opportunity for families and members of the community to visit the 23-acre campus, observe teachers and students in action on a typical day, and get an overview...
Art, music, history, exercise abound this weekend
Kennett Square visitors will have an opportunity to buzz in on the conversations of these fascinating reenactors participating in “Has Thee Heard” tonight, a program sponsored by the Kennett Historical Commission, Historic Kennett Square & Kennett Underground Railroad Center.
From First Friday to Vive Tu Vida, activity choices aplenty
Kennett-area residents will have a plethora...
Historical Society raising bar on heritage lessons
Whip Tavern will host ‘History on Tap’ program on Oct. 23
The Whip Tavern will be the site of the next “History on Tap” program by the Chester County Historical Society.
Engaging history will be brewing on Oct. 23 at the Whip Tavern in West Marlborough Township.
The scenic venue is a fitting backdrop for the latest chapter of “History on Tap,” a traveling program...
