YMCA program to help kids thrive
Kids with diverse abilities learn fitness, water safety and teamwork
The torches may have been doused, but Rio 2016’s fever hasn’t left for some kids who were glued to the action last summer. Now, with a recent grant to YMCA of Greater Brandywine from Autism Speaks, even more children with diverse abilities will be able to channel their Olympic inspiration into improving their swimming skills.
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What To Do: ‘Mum’ is the word at Longwood
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
This is the time of year when nature’s colors go through a shift. The bright colors of summer’s flowers are beginning to disappear and are being replaced by the autumnal colors of changing leaves. The only plants that really hang on and continue to have flowers are hardy pansies, which can bloom all winter long, and chrysanthemums, which are primarily...
Bark For Life event, Oct. 23
WEST CHESTER — The American Cancer Society will hold its 8th annual Central Chester County Bark For Life event on Sunday, October 23, 2016 at East Goshen Park. The fundraising event honors the lifelong contributions of canine caregivers to cancer survivors. Families and their dogs come together for a few hours of celebration and companionship and complete a one-mile fun walk along a preplanned route...
Knauers honored in naming of W. Chester theater
Nancy and David Knauer
WEST CHESTER — The performing arts finally have a place to call home in West Chester, PA and now, that home has a name. Thanks to a generous contribution from Chris and Beth Knauer, Uptown! Entertainment Alliance’s new theater will be named The Knauer Theater for the Performing Arts in honor of Chris Knauer’s grandmother Lena and his parents, David and Nancy Knauer who...
Lewis to host coffee chat, Oct. 27
DOWNINGTOWN — As part of his continued efforts to discuss important state issues with residents, Rep. Harry Lewis Jr. (R-Chester) invites people living in the 74th Legislative District to participate in a coffee chat on Thursday, Oct. 27, from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at his district office, 131 Wallace Road, Unit No. 14, Downingtown.
Local car dealerships help children in need keep warm
Over 45,000 coats being distributed throughout region
By Lauren Parker- Gill, News Editor, The Times
An assembly line was formed from the back alley of the West Chester YMCA to the basement, to deliver 1,482 coats to be distributed to children in need.
WEST CHESTER – As the colder weather of fall and eventually winter approach, 38 local car dealerships have been working to provide new coats to underprivileged...
Phillies seek applications for 2017 ballgirls
PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia Phillies are on the lookout for next season’s Ballgirls; now is your chance to apply.
Fans have until Monday, October 17, to apply to be a Phillies Ballgirl.
This will be the only opportunity to become a Phillies Ballgirl for the 2017 season. Qualified candidates will represent the Phillies organization throughout the community, along with responsibilities on the...
What To Do: Hagley Craft Fair is back
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The 38th annual Hagley Craft Fair is this weekend.
The Hagley Craft Fair is known for being one of the oldest and best annual craft events in the Brandywine Valley. Celebrating its 38th anniversary this year, the event will be held October 15 and 16 at Hagley Museum and Library (Buck Road East entrance via Route 100, Wilmington, Delaware, 302-658-2400, www.hagley.org).
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What To Do: ‘Fall’ into great wine festivals
Also: October means scary, good fun for the whole family
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
This is a weekend for wine aficionados to celebrate because there are two wine festivals on the calendar.
Sipping crisp, chilled wines in a comfortable outdoor setting is a great way to spend a crisp, cool autumn afternoon. Fortunately, you have two good options to do that this weekend.
On October 9,...
Friends Fall Festival, Oct. 8
Face painting is just one of the fun activities at this weekend’s Friends Fall festival.
DOWNINGTOWN — Bring the whole family and join us for a pleasant fall day at the Friends Fall Festival, filled with the freshly painted faces of laughing children, gently used thrift items, a garden sale, scrumptious baked goods and homemade cooking, a silent auction, vendors selling quality items, and an...
