Tapping into thirst for music and history

Chester County Historical Society continuing free series The Chester County Historical Society’s “History on Tap” series offers history in an informal pub or restaurant setting. The Chester County Historical Society (CCHS) is betting that a slice of history added to music and dill pickles will create a sweet and savory experience for the public. CCHS will present the latest installment...

Free art series to focus on diverse masters

First program will feature film, commentary on ceramicist Karen Karnes Master potter Karen Karnes will be the subject of a free program at Penn State’s Great Valley campus on Feb. 7. A program designed to celebrate the achievements of gifted contemporary artists working with diverse materials will be presented at Penn State’s Great Valley campus. The series, hosted by Craig Edelbrock, PSGV’s...

Warm up winter with hot film slate at the Flash

KENNETT SQUARE — The Kennett Independent Film Series has another series for four films planned for the winter, all available for screening in the cozy confines of the Kennett Flash: The Intouchables on Thursday, January 17 The skinny:  A feel-good French buddy film that broke box-office records around the world. The plot:  After he becomes a quadriplegic from a paragliding accident, an aristocrat...

Architects win award for CCAA expansion plans

Art Association hopes to begin renovations by year’s end “Winter City” by Favi Dubo is one of the paintings that will be featured in a solo show with an opening reception on Thursday. The new year is starting propitiously for the Chester County Art Association, which is opening two shows and celebrating an honor bestowed on the architects charged with its expansion and updating. Bernardon...

Art Association seeking boogie boosters

Proceeds from dance party will benefit upcoming renovations The Chester County Art Association is hosting “Going Out with a Band” on Sunday at The Note in West Chester. The Chester County Art Association (CCAA) is hosting a dance party on Sunday from 7 to 11 p.m. at The Note in West Chester. “Going Out with a Band” will offer a chance to celebrate the year ending as well as look forward...

Longwood Gardens water centerpiece to get facelift

 New York architecture firm to oversee restoration of  Main Fountain Garden A renowned architecture firm has been commissioned to renovate the Main Fountain Garden at Longwood. Longwood Gardens announced Thursday that it has commissioned the New York firm of Beyer Blinder Belle Architects and Planners to lead the rehabilitation of the Main Fountain Garden, part of a 40-year master-planning initiative...

First Friday Art Stroll featuring festive flair

Kennett Square businesses will be decked out for holidays Longwood Art Gallery is one of the Kennett Square businesses featuring artwork during the First Friday Art Stroll. The First Friday Art Stroll is expected to be more festive than ever this month as businesses decked out for the holidays present gift ideas, refreshments and entertainment. Longwood Art Gallery is hosting a Holiday Art and...

Film’s focus: County pioneer of preservation

Nancy Hannum documentary one of many gift ideas from Chester County Historical Society By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times Nancy Penn Smith Hannum, a pioneer in farmland preservationist, presided over the Cheshire Hunt for decades. A colorful, influential Chester Countian credited with helping to preserve as many as 20,000 acres of the area’s scenic vistas continues her lasting...

Longwood Gardens set to illuminate season

 Trip to see holiday display a staple on area residents’ wish lists A new fountain of lights will greet Longwood visitors in the main Fountain Garden. If  Thanksgiving is fast approaching, then so is “A Longwood Christmas,” a popular holiday tradition for many area families. This year’s winter Longwood Gardens extravaganza – from towering trees adorned with star ornaments to a meticulously...

Uncalled For Tour comes to Unionville, Nov. 10

Proceeds benefit Bayard Taylor Library EAST MARLBOROUGH — In 2009 three, award-winning, nationally touring performers, decided to come together and create, The Uncalled for Trio. Their first year of touring resulted in sold-out concerts around the country. The trio will be displaying their unique wit, Saturday night at 7 p.m. at Unionville Elementary School as part of a special fund-raising event...