What To Do: Peak summer — local schedule loaded with events
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
This is a weekend when the area’s activity schedule is loaded with popular annual events – a diverse array of events many of which are family-oriented.
Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library (5105 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, Delaware, 800-448-3883, www.winterthur.org) is presenting its annual “Artisan Market” on July 18 and 19.
Visitors can...
On Stage: Despite health challenges, veteran rockers keep on performing
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
David Uosikkinen
Being a rock musician who has been playing for decades is similar to a professional athlete who has had a long sports career.
Time takes its toll physically.
The big difference is that pro athletes, for the most part, retire when their bodies tell them to hang it up.
They reach a point where they can no longer perform at the level...
All About Connecting: What is a matchmaker actually worth?
By Nancy Rugart Plummer, Columnist, The Times
“Nancy, your last column convinced me a dating coach could fix my process. But I keep seeing matchmaking services too, and honestly, paying someone to set me up feels old-fashioned. Isn’t that what the apps already do for free? What could a matchmaker possibly offer that Hinge can’t?” Bill, Berwyn – 62
What a wonderful question, Bill, and...
AGSD announces hiring of new leaders
Pictured left to right: Dr. Kim Hall, Kelly Vaughn, Mark DeEmilio, and Dr. Amanda Cahill.
The Avon Grove School District announced Monday the appointment of four accomplished educational leaders who will serve as principals and assistant principals beginning with the 2026-2027 school year. The Avon Grove Board of School Directors recently approved the appointments of Dr. Kim Hall as Principal of...
What To Do: Chester County original ‘Blobfest’ returns
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Blobfest
The annual BlobFest in Phoenixville definitely qualifies as unique – in the true meaning of the word.
“Unique” means “being the only one of its kind.” It is a very demanding qualification – a very specific qualification.
In the entire world, there is just one BlobFest and it’s held every year right here in Chester County.
“The...
On Stage: Tribute bands taking center stage for local shows
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Currently, the most successful music genre for live shows is tribute acts. It is a genre that spans genres.
Tribute acts have been around for quite a while. For years, there have been artists who have devoted their lives to recreating music from previous stars – mostly solo singers like Frank Sinatra and Elvis Presley.
Now, there is a new wave of acts...
Coatesville celebrates reopening of Ash Park
Local officials gathered Wednesday to cut the ribbon marking the reoping on Ash Park in Coatesville, after a multi-million dollar renovation. Photo courtesy Valley Creek Productions.
The City of Coatesville officially welcomed residents back to Ash Park today, celebrating the completion of the first two phases of a more than $4 million restoration project with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and community...
What To Do: Stay cool, but there are events outdoors this weekend
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Downingtown Good Neighbor Day
This is Fourth of July weekend and that means it is time for parties, festivals, picnics, a lot of fireworks displays and a whole lot of really hot weather.
The 46th Annual Downingtown Good Neighbor Day (www.GoodNeighborDay.com) will be held on July 4 at Kerr Park in Downingtown from 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Activities will get...
County names Mattox-Baldini as County Solicitor.
Faith Mattox-Baldini
Chester County has appointed Faith Mattox-Baldini as the new County Solicitor. Mattox-Baldini had served as the Deputy County Solicitor before being appointed Acting County Solicitor in April.
Chester County Administrator Erik Walschburger said, “Since joining the Solicitor’s Office in 2021, following her service in the District Attorney’s Office, Faith has proven to be a...
On Stage: Dar Williams headlines Concerts Under the Stars
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Dar Williams
This area has many attractive outdoor summer concert series.
One of the premier ones – one filled with name acts – is the 2026 Concerts Under the Stars series in King of Prussia, which is now in its 40th season.
One of the highlights will be provided by Dar Williams this weekend.
Presented and produced by Rising Sun Presents!,...
