A Longwood Gardens Christmas begins Nov.26

Come to wonder and be amazed during a Longwood Gardens Christmas November 26, 2009 through January 10, 2010.  The horticulture showplace near Kennett Square, PA dazzles young and old with spectacular floral displays, stunning trees, holiday music, 500,000 outdoor lights, dancing fountains and ice skating under the stars. Admission to the display is by Timed Ticket only, with tickets issued for specific dates and times.…

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Hillendale honors veterans

Close to two dozen veterans were honored during a Veteran’s Day ceremony at Hillendale Elementary Nov. 11. The vets, from the Gulf to WWII heard words of thanks from school Principal Steve Dissinger, were given American flags by the students and heard a play from 5th-graders about what it means to be a veteran.Dissinger said the ceremony was designed to show gratitude and appreciation for…

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Dig deeper into the world of dinosaurs at Dino Days

Visitors can embark on a prehistoric adventure at the 17th annual Dino Days presented by Bank of America on Sunday, Dec. 27 and Monday, Dec. 28 at the Delaware Museum of Natural History. A full schedule of special activities will include dinosaur games, a fossil dig, and a paleontology scavenger hunt at this annual dinosaur extravaganza.Visitors can learn about "modern dinosaurs" and meet live chicks…

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