March 21, 2018 - ChaddsFordLive.com

Mixed Media: Wintering through spring

Happy Spring! Frankly, I’m a little disappointed with the decreased precipitation estimates. If my spring is going to act like winter, it better act wintery as all get out. I demand two feet or more at this point. We will get through this, Chester County. In fact, we have some things to look forward to, once you dig yourself out of the fourth igloo in the last month.

Fairville Village is about to become an art destination, with the opening of Gallery DUO in April. Photographer Alessandra Manzotti, and contemporary painter Sus Iserbyt have taken over the second floor of the Old Forge next to the Fairville Inn and will debut their collaboration at their soft opening on April 20th at 6:30 p.m.

You may recognize Alessandra Manzotti’s work, as she has exhibited at Philter Coffee, and previously had a booth or, area, at worKS on Walnut Street in Kennett Square. Manzotti spans all the different genres of photography from portraiture, to landscapes, to more abstract compositions. Each piece has a boldness about it, a focal point that rushes up to demand attention. The contrast in her portraits, whether they are black and white, or in color, are severe in their treatment of sharpness and contrast, creating a dramatic depiction of the subject. Her landscapes cover Chester County, as well as Italy and beyond. Manzotti has just returned from Mongolia and will be featuring photography from her excursion, as well as other previous work, at this soft opening.

Sus Iserbyt’s large scale paintings read as architectural conceptual drawings. They play nicely with Manzotti’s photography in that both of these artists employ stark contrast in their compositions. Iserbyt’s paintings also explore negative space, and minimalist color palettes that usually feature one pop up color that stands out and completes the painting. I look forward to seeing how these two artists curate their work. Opening Reception for Gallery DUO is Friday, April 20th at 6:30 p.m. at 522 Kennett Pike in Chadds Ford.

You can also see Manzotti’s work at the Trail Creek Outfitters in Glen Eagle shopping center on April 13th at 6:30pm.

We have a rescheduled event! The Delaware Contemporary is closed March 21st due to the storm, and has postponed their On Art: Artist Talk to next Wednesday, March 28th. Join Artist John Breakey for this presentation in the series. On Art takes place from 5:25 to 6:00 p.m. in the Wings Foundation Auditorium.

Blue Streak Gallery will try again to host the reception for their exhibition: Materials In Space featuring sculptors Jeff Bell, Lele Galer, Rob Sigafoos, Stan Smokler, and Bill Spiker. They were snowed out on March 2nd, so take the opportunity to join them in their second attempt on March 29 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Hopefully the weather will hold out for the opening of Wilson Vineyard Gallery’s opening reception for the students of the Oxford Art Alliance figure drawing class. Take in some classical drawings with a glass of wine on April 14th from 2 to 5 p.m. Featured artists include: Eric Maholmes, Leah Maholmes, Barbara Leadum, Ben Graff, Judi Jefferis, Nilda Fitzpatrick, Jean Castelli, Mikaela Hall and Maggie Creshkoff.

This weekend, I will be attending the opening of PA Made of Steel at The Hill School Center for The Arts this Friday, March 23rd from 7 to 9 p.m. I featured this exhibition in last weeks’ article. Join me in welcoming artists Klaus Grutzka, Karen Delaney, Katee Boyle and David Haine. Hope to see you there!

The Palette & The Page has a one night event coming up on April 20th at their gallery space in Elkton,

Ruby Slippers by Christy Mcdevitt at North East Chocolates

MD. Chocolatier Christy McDevitt of North East Chocolates will present her chocolate art gallery. The best part of this exhibition is it’s interactive..ahem, read: you’re invited to sample the confections! Event runs from 5 to 8 p.m. I think I may put this on my to-do list as well…

I wish I had a backyard during these snow storms so I could create some sort of monstrous snow creature to share with everyone. Alas, I am an apartment dweller and I don’t want to mess with the gravel-laden snow of the parking lot. To that end, if you come across snow sculptures, or other wintery outdoor creations, or just make something you’re proud of, send images my way to caroosevelt@gmail.com and I’ll feature some of the more fun results of these snowstorms in the next article! Be sure to include your name and basic geographic location, unless you’d like to remain anonymous. Until next week!

About Caroline Roosevelt

Caroline Roosevelt is a writer and artist based in Kennett Square, PA. She received her B.A. in Art History from Connecticut College and a Post Baccalaureate certificate from Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. She has previously written art coverage in Seattle, WA and Philadelphia, PA. She currently co-hosts Art Watch radio on 1520 WCHE.

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Charles W. Oas Sr. of Kennett Square

Obituaries

Charles W. Oas Sr., 84, of Kennett Square, died Monday, March 19, at the Chester County Hospital in West Chester. He was the husband of Ann L. Morgan Oas, with whom he shared 61 years of marriage.

Born in Chadds Ford, he was a son of the late Gustav and the late Marguerite (Tyson) Oas.

Charles worked in the farming industry all his life in Chester County. He was also a well-known horse trainer. He loved horse races and fox hunting. In general, if he was hunting anything it was a good day for Charles. In recent years, he enjoyed golfing with the “Mountain Men” and would golf anywhere his friends would take him. When it came to family gatherings, a game of horseshoes was a special pastime.

Survivors include in addition to his wife, two sons, Charles W. Oas Jr. (Karen) of Newtown Square, and Stephen F. Oas (Wendy) of Coatesville; two Brothers, Frank Oas of West Chester, and John Oas of Florida; three sisters, Rebecca Quinn of Phoenixville, Jane Teter of Parkesburg, and Dorothy Banner of Maryland; eight grandchildren, Matt Oas, Hilary Oas Gray, Chris Oas, Juliana Oas, Zachary Oas, Casey Oas, Corey Oas, and Andrea Oas Jackson, two great-grandchildren, Penelope Gray and Rowan Gray and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by one son Bruce, three brothers, Carl, Walter and Alfred and four sisters, Jessie, Betty, Eleanor and Sara.

You are invited to visit with Charles family and friends from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 24, at Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home Inc. (610-444-4116) 250 W. State St. Kennett Square, PA 19348. His funeral service will follow at noon. Interment will be in Longwood Cemetery. Contributions in his memory may be made to Thorncroft Equestrian Center, 190 Line Road Malvern, PA 19355. To view his online tribute and to share a memory with his family, please visit www.griecocares.com

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PennDOT Reduces Speed Limits

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Due to the severity of the winter storm, PennDOT is temporarily reducing the speed limit on several roadways in the region.

PennDOT is urging motorists to avoid unnecessary travel but those who must head out will see speeds reduced to 45 mph on the following highways:

• Interstates 76, 95, 476, 676;

• U.S. Routes 1, 30, 202, 422; and

• State Routes 63, 100 Spur and 309.

Although PennDOT crews have been treating roadways, the department’s primary goal is to keep roads passable, not completely free of ice and snow. PennDOT will continue to treat roadways throughout the storm until precipitation stops and roads are clear.

The department asks motorists to allow plenty of space when driving near plow trucks. Also, for their own safety and the safety of plow operators, motorists should never attempt to pass a truck while it is plowing or spreading winter materials.

While PennDOT recommends not traveling during winter storms, motorists can check conditions on more than 40,000 roadway miles, including color-coded winter conditions on 2,900 miles, by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information and access to more than 850 traffic cameras.

511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional Twitter alerts accessible on the 511PA website.

PennDOT reminds motorists to pack an emergency kit for their vehicles. A basic kit should include non-perishable food, water, blanket, small shovel and warm clothes. When preparing an emergency kit, motorists should take into account special needs of passengers such as baby food, pet supplies or medications and pack accordingly.

For more winter driving tips and information on how PennDOT treats winter storms, visit www.PennDOT.gov/winter.

Follow local PennDOT Information on Twitter at www.twitter.com/511PAPhilly.

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Jessie Dibenedetto of Toughkenamon

Obituaries

Jessie Dibenedetto, 97, of Toughkenamon, died Sunday, March 18, at Twin Pines Health Care Center. She was the wife of Salvatore DiBenedetto, who died in 2015, and with whom she shared 70 years of marriage.

Born in Summit Hill, she was the daughter of the late Pietro Delaurentis and the late Nicoletta Del Pedio Delaurentis. She was a homemaker. She enjoyed cooking and being with her family and friends.

Jessie was a member of St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Mother Church, Avondale.

She is survived by one son, Vincent DiBenedetto and his wife Nancy of Toughkenamon; two daughters, Donna Ferroni and her husband Jim of Avondale, and Sandra Bock and her husband Charles of Toughkenamon; six grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by two brothers and two sisters.

Her funeral mass and burial will be held privately.

In lieu of flowers, a contribution may be made to St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Mother Church, P.O. Box 709, Avondale, PA 19311

To view her online tribute and to share a memory with her family, please visit www.griecocares.com

Arrangements by the Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home, Kennett Square.

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Police Log March 21: Drugs, threats, harassment

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Pennsylvania State Police

• A 17-year-old from Chadds Ford was accused of drug possession on Feb. 6. A police report from the Avondale barracks said they found the youth with THC oil and associated paraphernalia in the 700 block of Unionville Road at 1:01 p.m.

• An attempted retail theft was followed by a threat of murder on Feb. 27. A state police report said two unidentified women tried leaving the Walmart in East Marlborough Township without paying for items in their shopping cart. A loss prevention employee stopped the pair at the door as they tried to exit, police said, and the two fled without the merchandise. The two got into a black Jeep Cherokee and, just before leaving the area, one of the women reached into her purse and yelled that she was going to kill the employee who stopped them.

• No details were released, but police said Jose A. Tovar-Pena, 25, of Avondale, was cited for following too closely following an accident on Baltimore Pike at Onix Drive in East Marlborough Township on Feb. 23.

• Police said a West Grove man, not identified, was given a criminal citation for harassing a Pocopson woman he met online. The report said the man was told to stop contacting her or he would face criminal charges.

• Police blame excess speed for a one-vehicle accident in Kennett Township on Feb. 7. A report said Samuel Juaret, 27, of Avondale, was northbound on Route 1 near Route 82 but driving too fast for the icy conditions. He lost control of the Ford F-150, went off the road to the right, hit a guardrail, re-crossed both lanes of Route 1 and struck a guide wire on the left side of the road. Juaret was transported for treatment of a suspected injury.

Southern Chester County Regional Police Department

• An 18-year-old from Avondale was arrested on drug charges in New Garden Township on March 10. Police said Jacob T. Dilcher, was charged with violations of the Controlled Substance, Drug, Device, and Cosmetic Act, underage possession and transportation of alcoholic beverages, and a traffic offense, following a traffic stop for a moving violation. According to the report, police detected the odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle.

• David R. Blevins, 50, of Coatesville, was cited for public drunkenness and disorderly conduct, after police were called to a business at 350 Scarlett Road, in New Garden Township, for the report of an intoxicated male, who was soliciting passersby to purchase him alcohol, a police report said. Police said they found him to be “manifestly under the influence of alcohol and acting in a physically offensive manner by shouting expletives.” The incident occurred Feb. 24 at 7:04 p.m. He was taken into custody and was held for hours until he was sober enough to be released.

• Miguel Colon Jr., 34, of Kennett Square, was arrested for DUI and drug charges after he was found to be passed out in a vehicle at 1:03 a.m. on Feb. 25, on Cedar Woods Circle, in New Garden Township. Police on patrol observed a Mazda backed into a parking spot, with its headlights on and engine running. When they attempted to rouse the driver, he was unresponsive and appeared to be passed out.

• Andrea R. Fidanza, 31, of Avondale, was arrested on Feb. 27, charged with endangering the welfare of children, DUI and related traffic offenses. A police report said officers were called to a daycare in the 200 block of New Garden Road, in New Garden Township. The caller reported that Fidanza arrived there to pick up her three children, while visibly intoxicated. After she placed her children in the car, she reportedly left at a high rate of speed, striking a curb, before proceeding south on New Garden Road.

• Terry A. Bowman, 56, of Kennett Square, was arrested on drug charges, public drunkenness, and two vehicle code violations after police observed him to be hitchhiking in the dark and appearing to be intoxicated. The incident occurred on Feb. 28, at 8:56 p.m., in the 9000 block of Gap Newport Pike, in New Garden Township.

• Daishalys Colon-Diaz, 22, of Oxford, was arrested on drug charges after she was found to be in possession of marijuana, THC oil, and related paraphernalia on March 4 in the 100 block of Main Street, in New Garden Township. Colon-Diaz was a passenger in a 2015 Mitsubishi that was stopped for both equipment and moving violations. She was taken into custody, processed, and released pending issuance of a summons.

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