What To Do: Dia de Los Muertos in Kennett
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Dia de Los Muertos
Not all of the spirits that came back for Halloween have gone back to their homes in the netherworld. They still have a reason to hang around here for a little longer.
November 1 is a special day in Mexico and in Mexican-American communities throughout the states. It is the day known as “Dia de Los Muertos” — the Day...
On Stage: John Byrne comes ‘home’ to Philly
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor
John Byrne
Singer/songwriter John Byrne is a native of Dublin, Ireland who first worked in the United States when he was in college and then moved to this country more than 20 years ago.
Now a resident of the Fishtown section of Philadelphia, Byrne will have a hometown show on November 1 at World Café Live (3025 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, 215-222-1400,...
On Stage: Allegaeon ready to rock Philly
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Allegaeon
Whenever Allegaeon comes to the area for a show, metal music fans get excited.
Allegaeon plays a smorgasbord of metal music that rattles the rafters and usually tours on a bill with several top-flight metal acts.
When Allegaeon played the Voltage Lounge last year, the band was on a bill that included Rings of Saturn, Entheos, Neckrogoblikon,...
Op/Ed: Time for a new culture in the District Attorney’s Office
By Joseph W. Carroll, Former District Attorney, Chester County
Joe Carroll (left) and Deb Ryan
On November 5th Chester County voters will elect a District Attorney. I know from having held that office for 10 years the power and responsibility that goes with the position. As the chief law enforcement officer of the county, the DA can help keep our citizens safe and bring comfort to the victims...
On Stage: ‘Come From Away’ brings joy to Philly stage
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Come from Away
The words “joyous” and “uplifting” are frequently used to describe plays, songs or musical acts. In reality, the words are often misused and should be put in the “hyperbole” category.
“Come from Away,” the hit musical which is running now through November 3 at the Academy of Music (Broad and Locust streets, Philadelphia,...
LCH names Izraelson as CEO
Mariana Izraelson
KENNETT — LCH (La Comunidad Hispana) announced this week that Mariana Izraelson, PsyD, LCADC, PMP, will be joining their team as CEO at the beginning of December. “Dr. Izraelson shares our passion for healthcare for all,” said Board Chair Ronan Gannon. “She is full of energy and she will be a fantastic fit for leading our dynamic, growing team and services.”
From increased...
Setting the record straight on blame for the pipeline
Editor’s Note: Corrected the source of the mailers, which is Conservation Voters of PA
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
A popular trope on the Internet is “vote blue, no matter who.” As we’ve seen with the likes of Tulsi Gabbard (not to mention so many GOP examples it is impossible to list them all), blind party loyalty is a massive disservice to our country — and how too many elected...
On Stage: Coco Montoya brings the blues to The Flash
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Coco Montoya
There are various generations of blues artists and they span a really large age range. On October 26, Coco Montoya, one of the country’s best modern blues guitarists, will headline a show at Kennett Flash (102 Sycamore Alley, Kennett Square, 484-732-8295, http://www.kennettflash.org).
Montoya has built a reputation as an ace guitarist...
What To Do: Halloween fun all over the area this weekend
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
The Glow
This weekend, there are more Halloween events than you could imagine – big and small, near and far, inexpensive and costly, family-friendly and really scary. If you can’t find something you like, then you better erase Halloween from your list of annual holidays to celebrate.
One of the most ambitious area Halloween attractions is “The...
What To Do: Fun events for when you’re Halloweened out
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Carmina Burana
This weekend, there is a wide variety of activities that can keep people of all interests occupied. Not surprisingly, the schedule is top-heavy with Halloween-related attractions and events.
Fortunately, for those who don’t care about Halloween – or have already reached a saturation point with the marketing for the holiday —...
