La Comunidad to hold entrepreneur workshop

KENNETT SQUARE — For the second year, La Comunidad Hispana is hosting a series of workshops for Latino entrepreneurs. “The first series of seminars was successful last year,” said Margarita Mirkil, President and Chief Executive Officer of LCH. “The workshops will give valuable information on those wanting to start a business or wanting to improve their existing venture.” “How to Succeed...

Chesco’s Usher to have Philly gallery show, Sept. 6

Contemplation 8 by Donna Usher. This work and many others will be on display, starting Sept. 6 at the LGTripp Gallery in Philadelphia. PHILADELPHIA — A solo show by internationally-exhibited artist Donna Usher of Chester County will open at the LGTripp Gallery in the Old City section of Philadelphia beginning September 6. Usher’s show has already garnered an outstanding review by Dr. Burt Wasserman,...

What To Do: Fountains, Fireworks and…ABBA at Longwood

Also: Blues at The Brandywine River Museum and Lanchester Fiddlers Picnic By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Some of the final Fountains and Fireworks shows before the historic Longwood Gardens fountains begin a two-year renovation project will happen late this summer. This week, the music of ABBA is featured. One of the top summertime attractions in the Brandywine Valley is the annual Festival...

Sheriff’s 3rd annual cruise night to benefit K-9, Friday

WESTTOWN — The Chester County Sheriff’s K-9 Unit will host its third Annual “Cruise Night” from 5:30 p.m.- 9:30 p.m, Friday evening at the Government Services Center Building located at 601 Westtown Road, just of US-202. Chester County Sheriff Carolyn Bunny Welsh and her deputies have organized the event to bring awareness to the six K-9 units in the Chester County Sheriff’s Office which...

What To Do: Kennett Symphony at Longwood

Also, a ‘peach’ of a festival at Linvilla, Old Fiddlers’ Picnic and more By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times The Kennett Symphony of Chester County will present a show titled “Symphony Under the Stars” at 7 p.m. at Longwood Gardens’ Open Air Theatre on Aug. 9. When certain things get paired together, the result is unbeatable combination — things like fresh ripe peaches...

Color photo pioneer had roots in Downingtown

William C. South WEST CHESTER — Who knew that one of the pioneers of color photography lived in Downingtown? Jim LaDrew, a retired photo finisher and local historian thought William C. South was worthy of remembrance. He collaborated with Pamela Powell, Photo Archivist of Chester County Historical Society, to post South’s story on Wikipedia. According to Powell, “South was a Renaissance man who...

Shelter dogs part of Longwood production

Delaware Humane Society Animal Caretakers don depression era costumes to appear in the production, ‘Annie,’ and bring attention to adoptable dogs who are available at the Delaware Humane Society. Nancy Castiglione (left) is holding Big Mac while Crystal Castiglione is photographed with Whopper. KENNETT — Two Chihuahua mix dogs understand Orphan Annie’s quest to find her ‘forever home.’ Up...

Aguilera hired as LCH receptionist

Yasbeth Aguilera KENNETT SQUARE — La Comunidad Hispana has hired Yasbeth Aguilera of West Grove as front office receptionist. Aguilera is attending West Chester University and is studying business management. She previously was employed as member of member services representative for the YMCA of the Brandywine Valley in Kennett Square.    Send article as PDF   ...

A Man’s Life, A Nation’s History: two days in May

By Linda Banks, Special To The Times Christian Sanderson was an early celebrant of Memorial Day and could recount details of The battle of The Brandywine at a moment’s notice. This glorious, temperate summer finds us awash in flowers and the positive spirit of lingering spring.   May ended with Memorial Day, a designated day of honor and remembrance for all Americans who died while in military...

What To Do: Old-time baseball, classic cars and so much more

Pro cycling in W. Chester, Ren Faire opens and star gazing on tap By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Old-time baseball will be on display, Saturday, as Twin Lakes Brewing Company’s “Old Style 1860’s Base Ball and Beer,” featuring West Chester’s own Brandywine BaseBall Club. Are you in the mood for some old-time baseball? If you’re a Phillies fan, “old time” would...