Dinniman to hold open house, collect food and clothing for the needy

State Sen. Andy Dinniman WEST CHESTER — State Senator Andy Dinniman (D-19) is inviting residents to stop by his West Chester District Office for a Holiday Open House during the 36th Annual West Chester Old-Fashioned Christmas Parade on Friday and encouraged them to bring canned goods or coats to benefit those in need. “We continue to collect canned goods and nonperishable food items year-round...

Canine Partners for Life Open House, Sept. 19

Canine Partners For Life trains service and companion dogs to individuals with physical, developmental and cognitive disabilities. COCHRANVILLE – At Canine Partners for Life (CPL), independence starts with four paws. CPL invites old friends and soon-to-be friends to discover the life-changing capacity of service and companion dogs at our annual Open House and Cow Bingo. This free, family-friendly...

La Mancha open house, June 19

EAST FALLOWFIELD — Once a year LaMancha Animal Rescue opens its farm to the public.  Come join us and see the horses, emus, cows, farm yard animals and, of course, adoptable cats and dogs.  LaMancha is a beautiful  55-acre no-kill rescue located in Chester County. Yappy Hour is our family friendly summer fundraiser.  We will have dog and cat meet-and-greets, pony and Great Pyrenees painting,...

YMCA to hold open houses, Jan. 18

Come to the Y for an afternoon of family fun and games! On Sunday, January 18, branches of the recently merged YMCA of Greater Brandywine will be free and open to the public from noon until 3:00 p.m.   Use the opportunity to swim in the pool, play games, work out, and check out everything the Y has to offer. Non-members can enter a drawing to receive a free three-month membership – one will...

Longwood Fire Co.: 94 years of service and going strong

Volunteers embrace — and serve —  the Unionville and Kennett communities By Kim Chiomento, Staff Writer, The Times Members of the Longwood Fire Company enjoy a moment, Thursday night, after finishing a rescue demonstration at the company’s Open House. KENNETT — The Longwood Fire Company, a 100% volunteer organization, community pillar and impressive emergency response resource has been...

CCIU practical nursing open house, July 25/Aug. 1

Level III students Ketona Ford, Laura Huch and Beverly Rebman were awarded several state and local scholarships this spring for demonstrating compassion and academic achievement. Those interested in nursing as a career are invited to explore the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) Practical Nursing Program Open House on July 25 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Brandywine Campus or Aug. 1 from 9 a.m....

New Garden Flying Field Open House, June 1

NEW GARDEN — The New Garden Flying Field will hold an open house, Saturday June 1, featuring food, fun, live music, and of course, airplanes. The event is free and open to the general public. The general aviation airport, owned and operated by the township, will show off its facilities during a fun-filled event, running from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rain date is June 2.    Send article...

Pocopson plans Open House, May 19

POCOPSON — Did you know that Pennsylvania townships were established to keep residents healthy and safe?  Are you familiar with the roles and responsibilities of your township?  On May 19, from 2 to 4 p.m., the township will open its doors to residents and the community. The goal of the open house is to show what resources the township provides, township officials say. Without the natural urban...

Upland to hold open house, Oct. 24

EAST MARLBOROUGH — Upland Country Day School, a coeducational, independent day school in Kennett Square, is hosting an Open House for students, families and community members on Wednesday, Oct. 24th from 9 a.m. to noon. The open house is an opportunity for families and members of the community to visit the 23-acre campus, observe teachers and students in action on a typical day, and get an overview...