• Photo above: Riders and hounds parade on Nov. 10., as part of The Fox Chase at Radley Run. The event celebrated the fox chasing activities dating back to the 1600s. Dogs used in the chase are American foxhounds and the event is a chase, not a hunt. Foxes are not killed in the event.
• The Kennett Symphony of Chester County will sponsor their annual Instrumental Competition for Young Artists on Saturday, Nov. 23 at 1 p.m. at the Kendal at Longwood Auditorium, Kennett Square. Sixteen gifted young musicians in grades 9 to 12 will each perform a classical composition or movement of a larger work for solo and orchestra. The auditions are open to the public and are free of charge. Each of the young musicians will be judged by a panel of professional musicians. Three prizes will be awarded - first prize provides a $500 cash award and the opportunity for a solo performance with the Kennett Symphony, second prize is $300, and third prize is $100.
• The Chester County Historical Society will hold its 2013 Autumn Benefit on Friday, Nov. 22, from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. This year’s event features the premiere of CCHS’s new exhibition, “Profiles: Chester County Clothing of the 1800s.” The evening’s theme will incorporate clothing items from the exhibition — the first of its kind in Chester County — along with collaborative pieces with modern flare from fashion consultants of today. The night will also feature a variety of unique auction items with a festive atmosphere full of great food, drinks and music, making it a night you are sure not to forget! All of the evening’s proceeds will benefit CCHS’s tireless work to preserve and share the remarkable story of Chester County and its people. The opening night will host an early admission cocktail hour at a higher ticket price with a special behind the scenes tour at 5:30 p.m. Regular admission will start at 6:30 p.m.
• The Kennett Area Senior Center sponsors a “Black Friday on Wednesday” shopping spree on Wednesday, Nov. 20 from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. This is an opportunity to start your holiday shopping early. Please join us and take advantage of fantastic bargains. And while you are here, stay for lunch. Cash, major credit cards, and personal checks will be accepted. The Kennett Area Senior Center is open Monday from 8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. and Tuesday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. For more information, call 610-444-4819 or visit www.kennettseniorcenter.org.
• The Kennett Symphony of Chester County continues its 2013 – 2014 conductor search with their Annual Holiday Concert, “Spirit of the Season,” on Saturday, Dec. 7, at Kennett High School Auditorium. Under the direction of Conductor Candidate Rei Hotoda, and featuring the Kennett Symphony Children’s Chorus, the evening includes a pre-concert presentation by Candidate Hotoda at 7 p.m. during which the audience will hear Hotoda’s perspectives on the concert repertoire. The Holiday Concert at 8 p.m. and there will be a post-concert chat with Hotoda during which the audience is invited and encouraged to ask questions about the concert and Hotoda’s candidacy for music director and conductor. There will also be a food drive to benefit The Kennett Food Cupboard. Single ticket prices are $35 in advance, $40 at the door, students are $5.
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