What To Do: ‘Stolen Legacy’ at Penn Museum

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Hannibal Lokumbe In celebration of Martin Luther King Day, the Penn Museum (33rd and Spruce streets, Philadelphia, 215-898-4000, www.penn.museum) is presenting “Stolen Legacy” by Hannibal Lokumbe at 7 p.m. In partnership with internationally renowned artist, composer, and educator Hannibal Lokumbe, the Penn Museum presents “Stolen Legacy,”...

On Stage: Deni Bonet brings special violin skills to Jamey’s

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times  Deni Bonet Deni Bonet takes the violin to places most musicians don’t even dream about – and gladly takes listeners along for the ride. On January 14, Bonet will be taking the audience at Jamey’s House of Music (32 South Lansdowne Avenue, Lansdowne, 215-477-9985, www.jameyshouseofmusic.com) along for the ride – a thrilling ride that spans...

ReFirement at Any Age: As another new year begins

By Gail Supplee Tatum, Columnist, The Times Are you making plans to welcome something new into your life this year? It might be an improvement or an adjustment to something you’ve already begun. The best way to start your new 2023 adventure is by painting a visual picture of what you want your year to look like and then pour it out on paper for you to read. Excitement surrounds each New Year,...

Rep. Houlahan finally sworn to third term after days of GOP Speaker chaos

Houlahan in front of her new office location (1727 Longworth). The placard next to her reads: “This office belongs to the people of Pennsylvania’s 6th Congressional District.” Early this morning, U.S. Rep. Chrissy Houlahan was officially sworn in for her third term as the United States Representative for Pennsylvania’s 6th Congressional District. While the Pennsylvania congressional delegation...

What To Do: Celebrating ‘Three Kings’ at Kimmel

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Three Kings/Dia de Reyes With all the holiday celebrations in November and December, the list of activities and special things to do has been like a smorgasbord. Now it’s January and the list looks like a menu at an upscale steak house with just a handful of red meat dishes and a few side items. Fortunately, the Kimmel Cultural Campus (Broad and...

On Stage ‘Jagged Little Pill’ comes to Philly

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Jagged Little Pill The first touring Broadway presentation of 2023 has arrived – and it’s a good one. Now through January 15, the Kimmel Cultural Campus (250 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, www.kimmelculturalcampus.org) is presenting the Philly premiere of the hit Broadway musical, “Jagged Little Pill” at the Academy of Music. “Jagged...

YMCA of Greater Brandywine CEO Day announces her retirement in June

Denise Day, President and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine, announces retirement after 37-year career with the YMCA. WEST CHESTER – If you’ve had the pleasure of meeting Denise Day, President and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW), you’ve sensed the passion that she pours into all that she does. From leading a team of more than 2,000 staff to serving the more than 50,000 members...

What To Do: Time to ring in 2023

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Kennett Mushroom Drop New Year’s Eve is about partying – dining, drinking, welcoming the new year and…partying. On New Year’s Eve, Kennett Square will be partying in style when the Mushroom Festival and Kennett Area Restaurant & Merchant Association are again hosting the annual Mushroom Drop. The 10th Annual Mushroom Drop – a.k.a. “Midnight...

On Stage: Slambovian Circus of Dreams ready to rock in the new year

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times  Slambovian Circus of Dreams The Mummers Parade is a great Philadelphia tradition which dates back more than a century, has its roots in South Philadelphia and is always held on January 1. There is another Mummers tradition in Philadelphia which dates back more than a decade, has its roots in South Philadelphia and is always held on December 30. Some...

CCIU celebrates 10 years of The County Cup

From left to right: Dr. Anita Riccio, Laurie Masino, Gary Entrekin, Dave Baron, Dr. George F. Fiore, Dr. Siobhan Leavy and Patti Ciuffetelli. The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) recently celebrated the 10th anniversary of the County Cup, a food kiosk run by students in the CCIU’s Discover program. On December 16, current and former employees attended the anniversary event at the CCIU...