County to offer free course on its operations
School of Government will focus on inner workings during six weekly sessions
Chester County School of Government will offer free primer on county operations.
Receiving a primer on county government, ranging from the justice system to community development to emergency services, will soon be as simple as driving to the mall.
On Sept. 25, the county will begin the Chester County School of Government,...
County’s Historical Society to host ‘History on Tap’
Free program will focus on Marshallton’s role in Battle of Brandywine
The Marshalton Inn will serve as a starting point for a free program of the Chester County Historical Society that highlights the role Marshallton played in the Battle of the Brandywine.
On the eve of the anniversary of the Battle of the Brandywine – Sept. 11, 1777 – the Chester County Historical Society is inviting...
Upcoming juried shows to spotlight diverse media
Chester County Art Association announces fall lineup of exhibits
Octoraro Lake,” an oil on canvas by Tracy Colletto Adams, is one of the paintings that will be featured in an upcoming show at the Chester County Art Association.
Media ranging from ceramics to photography will be on display at the Chester County Art Association (CCAA) in West Chester.
The association just announced its fall...
No time to waste: Collect hazardous material for dropoff
Household disposal event scheduled for Sept. 8 in New Garden Township
Seventy-two Chester County municipalities are hosting a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event for residents on Saturday, Sept. 8, at the New Garden Township Maintenance Garage on Rt. 41 near Newark Road in Landenberg, the Chester County Solid Waste Authority announced.
The collection site will open at 9 a.m. and close...
Tickets on sale for Kennett Brewfest 2012
Approximately 70 breweries expected for area’s premier beer-bash on Sept. 29
By P.J. D’Annunzio, Staff Writer, The Times
KENNETT SQUARE — Historic Kennett Square has something special brewing for late September: Kennett Square’s foremost potent-potable celebration, Brewfest.
“Brewfest is a fundraiser for Historic Kennett Square,” Event Chairman Jeff Norman said. “It’s...
Murder Mystery Art Stroll returns, Aug. 3
The classic whodunit hits the streets of Kennett, Aug. 3
Actors work the crowd at a previous Murder Mystery Art Stroll as presented by the Kennett Amateur Theatrical Society. KATS is back with Pride and Prejudice (and Zombies) this Friday, Aug. 3.
KENNETT SQUARE — As all the world focuses on England this year, with the Summer Olympics and the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, so too does Kennett Square...
Family Art Day, July 28
Features interactive activities for kids, families
KENNETT SQUARE – A variety of participatory art activities are planned for Saturday July 28th, at Anson B. Nixon Park’s Family Art Day.
The free event runs from 10 am to 3 pm, and offers many interactive activities for children. Creative activities include splatter paint, origami, watercolor, abstract painting, illuminated letters and...
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...
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...
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,...
