Mixed Media: Art in the great outdoors

By Caroline Roosevelt, Columnist, The Times Gallery Duo There were so many interesting events last week in the art world. Did you get yourself a tattoo at the Delaware College of Art and Design’s ArtParty? Did you check out the new Gallery DUO in Fairville? (By the way, if you weren’t able to make it to their grand opening, their business hours are Sunday through Wednesday by appointment only,...

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month

By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times Every month is awareness for so many things now. In Healthcare alone April has 7 major awareness items slated for April.  Not to mention awareness weeks.  Why is it so important to have all of these awareness events?  The answer may be obvious but often ignored. Early detection of something abnormal leads to early diagnosis. The earlier...

On Your Table: Orzo Risotto with Asparagus and Shrimp

By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times Asparagus and shrimp risotto made with orzo instead of rice yields a quick main course bursting with spring flavors. Just as the weather is finally warming up, local asparagus is starting to come into farmers markets and supermarket shelves. The sight of their bright green spears makes everyone’s heart sing at the end of a long winter of root...

On Stage: Aloud shows off its soul

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Aloud In the world of rock music, there are thousands and thousands of bands that are loud. But, there is only one band that is Aloud. On April 23, that band will be playing a show in the area. On Monday evening, Aloud will headline a show at The Rusty Nail (2580 Haverford Road, Ardmore, 610-649-6245, thenail1.com).

It doesn’t matter where your kid goes to college. Really.

By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times It doesn’t matter where you go to college. There, I said it. Out loud. To a community of over-achievers (thanks to a FANTASTIC, highly ranked, competitive school district, for which I am grateful. Honestly.) I know what you’re thinking. This is not a sour grapes commentary, considering that I did not go to an Ivy League school (the footnote being that...

On Stage: Beyond ‘The Morning After’

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Maureen McGovern This weekend, two very talented and very different female artists are performing shows in the area – Maureen McGovern and Danielle Miraglia. Even though they represent different genres and different ages, both are crowd-pleasers with universal appeal. On April 21, the Rrazz Room (6426 Lower York Road, New Hope, 888-596-1027, www.TheRrazzRoom.com)...

On Stage: Travis thrives on ‘mistakes’

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Travis Chandler Chandler Travis is a veteran musician who has played in many bands and has many projects of his sown such as the Chandler Travis Philharmonic and the Chandler Travis Three-o. On April 21, Travis will visit the area for a show at Jamey’s House of Music (35 South Lansdowne Avenue, Lansdowne, http://jameyshouseofmusic.com).

What To Do: Celebrating Earth Day

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times  Earth Day has been becoming more necessary every year. Now, because of the agenda of many politicians in Washington, D.C., efforts to protect the earth are crucial. Earth Day has been featuring celebrations all around the world for more than 40 years.

On Stage:

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Nellie McKay Fans of classic songs that are commonly referred to as standards are in for a treat this weekend with two very talented female vocalists performing songs from their recent albums devoted to standards – Nellie McKay and Paula Cole.

Mixed Media: The School exhibition edition

By Caroline Roosevelt, Columnist, The Times Summer vacation hasn’t started yet, but several art locations are hosting collections of student art from the 2017-2018 school year and you should make your way over to check them out. Here’s a listing of the local offerings, as well as a few other upcoming events. First off, because it’s happening TODAY, I should mention that the Delaware College...