Volunteers sought for West Chester Christmas Parade
The Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce is offering up a unique opportunity for inside access to Chester County’s most popular hometown Christmas parade. Organizers of the West Chester Christmas Parade need almost 90 Parade Marshals, and all get the closest front-row seats available as they line the eight-block parade route on Friday, December 2.
“It’s truly an unforgettable experience to...
What To Do: 20th anniversary of W. Chester Chili Cookoff
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Now that crisp autumn weather has arrived, it’s a great time to enjoy outdoor events such fall festivals, historical celebrations, hayrides, wine festivals, mazes and scenic train rides.
On October 9, West Chester will be the site of a special event to determine who can make “The Best Darn Chili in Chester County!” — the site of the West Chester...
LCH announces partnership with MAVEN Project
LCH Health and Community Services is partnering with MAVEN Project to help ensure every patient receives the high-quality healthcare they deserve, when and where they need it.
MAVEN Project connects frontline clinic providers with a network of expert physician volunteers for ongoing medical consultations, education, and one-on-one mentoring. Volunteers for the nonprofit telehealth organization offer...
Westtown celebrates 2022 winners for Residential Sustainability Contest
Westtown’s Heym Family
WESTTOWN — Today, the Westtown Township Environmental Advisory Council (EAC), celebrated the top 5 recipients of the 2022 Residential Sustainability Contest. The contest recognizes households for their dedication to environmental stewardship and the promotion of environmental awareness.
“We’re so proud to celebrate the sustainability actions and environmental stewardship...
Kennett Area Rotary Alliance Grub Grab raffle under way
The Kennett Area Rotary Alliance (KARA) is pleased to announce that its Grub Grab Great Rotary Restaurant Raffle has returned for a third year, beginning September 1. More than 40 Kennett Squarearea restaurants will participate in this year’s fundraising event. Proceeds will benefit KARA charitable initiatives in the local community and beyond.
This year’s prizes are:
First Prize—Preposterous...
What To Do: Unionville Fair tops big list of weekend events
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
The Unionville community Fair
Each year, a sure sign that autumn has arrived is the weekend when the annual Unionville Community Fair (113 East Street Road, Unionville, http://www.ucfair.org) is held – the first weekend in October.
The fair, which is running now through October 2, is a real down-home country fair with farm equipment displays, cow pie...
OJR school district to hold community forum on start times
Owen J. Roberts (OJR) School District will host a special community forum on Thursday, Oct. 6 to discuss school start times for the 2023-2024 school year. The forum will begin at 6 p.m., inside OJR Middle School, and will include the school district’s recommendations for potential school start times, options for consideration by the public and the opportunity for community input before the OJR Board...
Collegium Charter School inducts National Junior Honor Society members
National Junior Honor Society members from Collegium Charter School.
Collegium Charter School (CCS) hosted its National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) Induction ceremony on Wednesday, September 21st. The evening honored 17 students inducted for the 2022-2023 school year by reflecting on the meaning of scholarship, leadership, service, citizenship, and character.
“This is only the beginning; your future...
CCIU wins award for communications
The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) recently received national recognition for its communication efforts. The National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) awarded the CCIU’s communication department with five awards for its work during the 2021-22 school year, including a Golden Achievement Award, and four Publications and Digital Media Awards.
“We are honored to have received...
What To Do: Dressage at Devon tops busy weekend of events
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Dressage at Devon
Quite a few events on this weekend’s calendar are welcoming the fall season but one is closing out an annual spring and summer tradition in the Brandywine Valley.
Chester County’s annual schedule of equestrian activities is getting near the end – but it’s not quite there yet.
The annual Dressage at Devon (Devon Horse Show grounds,...
