What To Do: Carve up some fun
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
One of the most eagerly-anticipated autumn events in the area is “The Great Pumpkin Carve” (Chadds Ford Historical Society, Route 100, Chadds Ford, 610-388-7376,www.chaddsfordhistory.org) which is running now through October 21.
The colorful event began with the carving competition on October 19. Live entertainment, hayrides and hot food are featured all...
Chesco welcomes Chinese Junior Journalists
The 40 China Blue Junior Journalists and their leaders with Chester County government, business, education and tourism representatives, on the steps of the Chester County Conference and Visitors Bureau.
KENNETT SQUARE — Chester County’s cultural, business and education ties with China strengthened this week with the arrival of 40 “junior” Chinese representatives to the county.
The China Blue...
What To Do: Underground Railroad tour in honor of Black History Month
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
On February 4, at 2 p.m., the Kennett Underground Railroad Center (South Willow Street, Kennett Square, 484-544-5070, www.kennettundergroundrr.org) is presenting “Freedmen, Fugitives and Friends,” a free tour in honor of Black History Month.
Guides will lead visitors through the Borough to see the houses and hear the stories of Kennett Square Quakers and...
What To Do: Spooky fun is everywhere
Last weekend before Halloween is jam packed with scary activities
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Laurel Hill’s Tale from Tombs.
We’re coming down the home stretch for 2016 Halloween activities. This weekend will be your last chance to check out most of them — although a few will still be open into the first week of November. The following is a look at many of these events.
On...
What To Do: It’s spring, get out there for festivals and fun
Flowers, Chester County Studio Tour, cars, Shrine circus and tons more fun things to do
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
“Peonies and Primroses” are featured Sunday at Winterthur, just one of many great outdoor activities in the area this weekend.
Spring is “bustin’ out all over” and some of the best places to enjoy it are the top-caliber historic sites and tourist attractions around...
Local firefighters honored at fundraiser
Master of Ceremonies Del Bittle shares a moment with firefighters from the West Bradford Fire Company, during a special event Saturday to honor local volunteer firefighters.
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Hundreds of local residents, elected officials and community members came together Saturday night to honor local volunteer firefighters serving a number of local towns at a special, highly-attended fundraising...
