July 11, 2018

Mixed Media: Nature and art

1boardwalk in ocean city new jersey - keith cummins — The Boardwalk in Ocean City NJ by Keith Cummins at the Square Pear Gallery

Welcome back to Mixed Media after a little midsummer hiatus! I hope everyone enjoyed their Independence Day celebrations and have successfully digested all of that potato salad and recovered from any fireworks related injuries. We’ve got a few events coming up.

Thursday, July 19, Art Trust in West Chester will be hosting the artist talk for their current exhibition, “Forest for The Trees,” from 7 to 8 p.m. The event will feature the exhibition artists, Frank DePietro, Joy Kreves, and Michael Wiley. The purpose of this exhibition is to shed light on the human connection to nature. Incorporating painting, multi media collage, and sculpture into this exhibition ensures the audience receives a few different perspectives on the human/nature relationship. Enjoy through the end of July.

Art Collectors! Be sure to stop in for the Delaware Contemporary On Art: Collectors Talk this Wednesday, July 18th featuring Art Preservationist, Hugh Phibbs. Phibbs has given preservation workshops all over the world including such prestigious institutions as the Smithsonian and the Louvre, in Paris.The talk starts at 5:25 p.m.

While you’re there, check out the two new July exhibitions at Delaware Contemporary. The first, “Little Things,” features artists Neal Breton and Haley Lauw. The mission of this exhibition is described as examining the “small moments of the day when something finally clicks, or is rendered obscure. Normal experiences often go on unnoticed, only when things veer in a different direction do we pay attention. ‘The Little Things’ presents a catalog of the details that challenge the ‘normal experience’.”

Work by Neal Breton on exhibit at Delaware Contemporary

As a viewer, I gravitate towards exhibitions of this nature, because they hinge on the idea of discovery, which I find to be the most universal element to exist in art. The work itself, the context in which it is placed, and the lingering importance placed on its’ recreation of the mundane, make it a great mind game. You could probably trigger some deja vu here and then ask “what does it all mean?” On view until September 12.

The other exhibition at Delaware Contemporary, “Journeys,” featuring Carson Zullinger and Shawn Baron Pickney. Zullinger’s photography focuses on the intersection of reality and the dream state. Pickney’s multimedia works challenge societal norms using the intersection of history, fashion, and literature. Check out this show in the Elizabeth Denison Hatch Gallery through July 31.

Next week, Gallery 222 will host the opening reception for the upcoming solo exhibition of painter Monique Sarkessian. The reception will be held July 18 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Exhibition continues through August 4th. Sarkessian has shown throughout the region, and has received several awards for her paintings from a variety of institutions and events including the Chester County Art Association and Artists Equity. Pop by for a glass of wine and meet Monique!

If you didn’t make it out to First Friday in Kennett Square last week, you still have all

“Rose Finch” by Rinal Parikh at The Palatte and The Page

month to visit Square Pear Gallery for their group show, “For the Love of the Sea” featuring Rhoda Kahler, Keith Cummins, Jack Giangiulio, Joe Milligan, David Eldreth, Randall Graham, Jill Beech, Joe Sweeney and Jack Hanson. If you aren’t a beach dweller yourself, you can enjoy everyone’s favorite summer activity from Square Pear. You may recognize David Eldreth from his winter exhibition at the Oxford Art Alliance. His gentle colorscapes, along with Rhoda Kahler’s more ocean inspired ceramic art, and Keith Cummins’ hyper realistic beach themed etchings, pay beautiful homage to the nostalgia that comes with summertime beach life. Save this visit for the end of July, as the Square Pear will be closed from July 12 – July 19. On view through the end of the month.

Finally, check out the exhibition “Contemporized” at The Palette & The Page in Elkton Maryland through July. This exhibition features painting by Rinal Parikh and ceramic work by Andrew Snyder. Both paintings and ceramics in this exhibition are bright, and vibrant – perfect for a summer visit! Check it out before it ends on July 27. That’s it for now– until next time!

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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Helen Cecilia Maraldo of Avondale

Obituaries

Helen Cecilia Maraldo, 96, of Avondale, died Monday, July 9, at Seasons Hospice at Christiana Hospital. She was the wife of Ernest Maraldo who died in 2011, and with whom she shared 64 years of marriage.

Born in Wilmington, she was the daughter of the late Nazareno Antonini and the late Giovanina DeSantis Antonini.

She was an Insurance Broker for State Farm Insurance for over 30 years retiring in 2000.

Helen was an amazing woman. Incredibly talented, kind and compassionate, she had a zest for life. She was a fabulous cook, she loved gardening — her rose garden was her pride and joy — and her daughters, Pam and Donna, were the apple of her eye. She loved to dance and often people left the dance floor to watch while she and her husband, Ernest whirled around in a waltz or a polka. She was a very wise woman, so many people learned many life’s lessons from her. One of her favorites: Never say “I can’t. Because what you really mean is I won’t. You can do and be anything you set your mind to.” She loved her years at State Farm, and volunteering at the Kennett Senior Center, she loved to entertain and had a wide circle of friends.

One of 10 children, she is survived by her brother Rudy, her children, Pam and Donna and Donna’s husband, Lou Scarborough.
You are invited to visit with her family and friends from11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, July 13, at the Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home, 250 West State Street, Kennett Square. Her Funeral service will follow at 1. Burial will be in St, Patrick’s Cemetery, Route 82, Kennett Square.
In memory of Helen, you can send flowers or the family welcomes contributions to the Brackenville Center, 100 Saint Claire Drive, Hockessin, DE 19707.

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

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Daniel Kevin Hilferty of West Grove

Obituaries

Daniel Kevin Hilferty, 40, of West Grove, died Tuesday, June 26.

He was the son of Debora J. Frank of West Grove and the late John Hilferty.

Daniel graduated from Avon Grove High School in 1996 and the Chester County Vocational Technical School.

He was a mechanic by trade and passion, never could give him a car or truck that he could not fix.

Growing up in Eddystone, his passion was basketball. In 1990 his team made the State Championships with Eddystone Biddy. At age 11, he moved to West Grove and played basketball and was always working on cars.

He is survived by his mother Debbie (Steve Young), sister, Samantha (Chris Wood), brother, John Hilferty, II, grandmother, Elizabeth Frank, aunt, Linda (Rick Funk) and three nephews, Steve Miller, John III and Jason Hilferty.

He was predeceased by his father, John Hilferty, maternal grandfather, Albert Frank, Uncle Al Frank and paternal grandparents James and Mae Hilferty.

You are invited to visit with his family and friends from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, July 21, at the Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home, 250 West State Street, Kennett Square. His Memorial service will follow at 2:30. Burial will be private.

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William “Don” D. Pierce Jr. of Kennett Square

Obituaries

William “Don” D. Pierce Jr., 65, of Kennett Square, died Saturday, July 7, at Neighborhood Hospice in West Chester.

Born in West Grove, he was the son of the late William D. Pierce Sr. and the late Janet Burket Pierce.

He was an electrical engineer at Shah & Associates in Gaithersburg, Md.

Don was a graduate of West Chester University and served his country as a member of the U.S. Air Force and the Air Force Reserve.

He enjoyed working, fishing, classic cars, golfing, his dogs, and being with his family and friends. He was the soundman for the Rio Bravo Band.

Don is survived by his partner of 22 years, Sharon Nordstrom of Kennett Square; two sons, William “Donnie” Pierce, Ill., and his wife Stephanie of Fuquay Varina, N.C. and Andrew Pierce and his fiancé Taylor Del Rossi of Blackwood, N.J.; one daughter, Heather Pierce of Oxford, and one sister, Susan Farmer of West Palm Beach, Fla.

He was predeceased by one brother, David Pierce.

You are invited to visit with his family and friends at a Remembrance Gathering, Hilton Garden Inn Kennett Square/Longwood, 815 East Baltimore Pike, Kennett Square, on Sunday, July 22, from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

The family requests that flowers not be sent, instead, please make a contribution in his memory to a charity of your choice.

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

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

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Academic Acknowledgement

School & Education

John Cronin, of Chadds Ford, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in linguistics and political science/international relations from Carleton College at its 144th commencement exercises, held Saturday, June 9.

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Op/Ed: A Needed Neighborhood

Opinion

While in Washington, D.C., recently, I went to see Won’t You Be My Neighbor? with my husband and my son. The new documentary tells the story of Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood, which aired on public television from 1966 to 2001.

I remember watching Mr. Rogers at 5:30 every night with my children from the time they were toddlers until grade school. He had such a calming effect on all of us at the time of day when everything was unraveling. His message to us—both adult and child—was both clear and kind. “I like you just the way you are … you are special.” That didn’t mean we were narcissistic egotists. Absolutely not! The message was one that people such as St. Francis de Sales has said: accept yourself, be kind to yourself. Whatever differences you may have is okay—you are a unique human being.

Mr. Rogers accentuated that our differences were what made us interesting and special and that we could be inclusive of everyone.

When the civil rights movement was burgeoning and there was separation of whites from blacks, for example, at parks, Mr. Rogers subtly confronted segregation. How? By simply having a little swimming pool on set where he was soaking his feet. Along came “Police Officer” Clemens, an African American, whom he invites to cool his feet. Officer Clemens demurs, saying he has no towel. Mr. Rogers says in essence, “That’s okay, use mine, soak your feet with me.” We see the camera close in on their feet, a black man and a white man relaxing and cooling off together. Such a simple and kind way to confront the racism of the day.

Mr. Rogers also invited another disenfranchised group to his show—he often included children with varying disabilities to talk with him. Again, rather than demeaning or pitying or patronizing anyone, Mr. Rogers met them with listening and caring, wanting to know their human story that connects to all of us.

Pittsburgh, where Mr. Rogers was rooted, was where we started our family. The “neighborhood grocery store” he used for one of his episodes was indeed our neighborhood store. We met him the day of the filming and he was as genuine off-camera as he was on camera. Yes, he was the real deal. A man who set out to be a minister, he detoured to children’s television, then returned to become ordained as a minister of television.

He wanted to be an antidote to the demeaning and dehumanizing antics of TV and cartoons — the putdown of people and the pie-in-the-face slapstick of one-upmanship.

While I was delighted to see his goodness and his message of care celebrated and affirmed, I was saddened to tears to see how his quiet wisdom has been lost in the loudness and crassness of our times.

How quick and easy it is to destroy the good that has taken years to build. The legacy and foundation of Mr. Rogers’ ministry still prevails even though many have worked to tear down what he has built. It is up to us to rebuild on the kindness, goodness, and caring he so lovingly taught and lived.

Kayta Gajdos,
formerly of Chadds Ford Township

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Car Sense coming to Concord

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The old Turf Club on Route 1 in Concord Township is getting a makeover and will become a Car Sense dealership, possibly as early as next spring. Concord Township Council gave the OK to the project during its July 10 meeting. The township Planning Commission recommended approval in June.

Car Sense, now owned by Penske Automotive, bills itself as the sensible way to buy a used car, with each car certified and reconditioned, and with a no haggle price guarantee.

Paul Bohaboy, Penske’s regional project manager, said after the approval that they expect to break ground on two new buildings this fall and project opening during the first quarter of 2019, likely in March or April if all things go smoothly.

Those two new buildings on the 8-acre site will account for an additional 15,000 square feet of construction. The old building that was the Turf Club will remain.

Bohaboy added that they chose the Concord area because of “good demographics” and because company policy calls for each Car Sense dealership to be within 45 minutes of another one.

Some of the conditions include installing a sidewalk along the Route 1 frontage, but not along Brinton Lake Road. However, the applicant must grant an easement along Brinton Lake Road so that a sidewalk could be installed later. The property will have two access points. One will be off Brinton Lake Road behind the Hill’s Seafood and Domino’s Pizza building, and another — a right in/right out access — on Route 1.

Landscaping is also a condition with Car Sense required to pay $500 for any tree required that can’t be planted. As of the Tuesday night meeting, the company would have to pay for 21 trees. Council member Joshua Twersky opposed the payment in lieu of the trees. The applicant’s attorney Lou Colagreco argued, and the rest of Council agreed, that the site was already nonconforming to code and that the nature of the property would not allow all the trees required to be planted. So council granted a waiver for the trees so long as Car Sense pays the $500 per tree not planted.

The final vote was 5-1 with Council member John Crossan absent from the meeting.

About Rich Schwartzman

Rich Schwartzman has been reporting on events in the greater Chadds Ford area since September 2001 when he became the founding editor of The Chadds Ford Post. In April 2009 he became managing editor of ChaddsFordLive. He is also an award-winning photographer.

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Police Log July 11: Accidents, burglaries, attempted stabbing

Police

Pennsylvania State Police

• A 20-year-old woman from Valley Forge was cited following a June 28 car crash on Route 202 at 5:03 p.m. in Chadds Ford. According to a police report, Ivy R. Hollander was following too closely and rear-ended the other vehicle that had slowed for traffic. The 39-year-old driver of the other car was injured but refused transport, police said.

• Police said Enzo’s to Go on Route 202 in Chadds Ford was burglarized last month. According to the report, two men broke into the store by smashing the glass front door and left with more than $2,100 in cash from the register. The incident happened at 5:25 p.m. on June 4, police said.

• State police issued a press release saying Eddie Bauer’s in Concord Township was ripped off to the tune of $1,200 in April. Police said a woman distracted employees while a man gathered items to steal. An employee tried to stop the suspects from leaving but was shoved to the ground. The two suspects then fled the scene in a black Honda Accord with Delaware license number 83750. The employee was able to point out the female suspect after reviewing photos.

Southern Chester County Regional Police

• Police said Alejandro Quintino-Camacho, 37, of Wilmington, was arrested and charged with aggravated assault and related offenses, following an altercation, during which he attempted to stab another male in the abdomen with a knife. The incident occurred on May 26 at 12:15 p.m., in the 8800 block of Gap Newport Pike, in New Garden Township. As Quintino-Camacho fled the scene, he allegedly threatened that he would be back for the victim. While police were on the scene, Camacho returned and was immediately taken into custody.

• Jacob Keil, 29, of Lincoln University, was arrested and charged with violations of the Controlled Substance, Drug, Device, and Cosmetic Act, as well with two traffic offenses, after the 2002 Toyota he was driving was stopped for failing to dim its high beam headlights, police said. Police made the stop on May 27 at 11:46 p.m., in the 100 block of Ellicott Road, in New Garden Township. According to the police report, officers saw drug paraphernalia in plain view and a check of his license status revealed that his privilege was DUI suspended.

• Joanne K. Tighe, age 59, of Landenberg, was arrested and charged with DUI, accidents involving damage to an attended vehicle or property, and careless driving, after the 2008 Chevrolet she was driving struck the rear of an occupied 2017 Nissan and fled the scene, according to police. The accident occurred 2:05 p.m. on May 26, at Baltimore Pike and Bancroft Road, in New Garden Township. After the crash, the operator of the other vehicle followed Tighe to a liquor store, where the registration was obtained.

• Police said Elias Ponciano-Calvario, 41, of Landenberg, was arrested for DUI and related traffic offenses, after the 2014 Toyota he was driving was stopped for speeding and failing to stay in its lane of travel, nearly striking a marked police car as it passed by in the opposite direction. The report said Ponciano-Calvario showed signs of intoxication and field sobriety tests confirmed impairment. The incident occurred May 25 on Newark Road, in New Garden Township.

• A 47-year-old Chadds Ford man was arrested and charged with terroristic threats, harassment, and disorderly conduct, following a May 25 incident in the 300 block of Scarlett Road, in New Garden Township. Police identified the suspect as James M. O’Donnell. A report said police were called by the manager of a pizza business who reported that a person had been calling the business threatening to come and kill the pizza delivery person and the manager. This person allegedly called several times threatening to kill everyone there and the police, if present.

• Luis Hernandez-Moreno, 40, of Wilmington, was arrested and charged with DUI and related traffic offenses, after the 2004 Ford he was driving was stopped for moving violations. The incident occurred 11:42 p.m. on May 25, in the 9100 block of Gap Newport Pike, in New Garden Township. Police said they observed numerous indicators suggesting intoxication and he admitted to being an unlicensed driver. Field sobriety tests were not attempted due to his lack of cooperation, police said.

• Police said Jose M. Gutierrez-Quintino, 20, of Kennett Square was arrested on drug charges and with misdemeanor harassment following a May 26 incident in the 100 block of Maple Lane, in New Garden Township. According to the report, the victim said Gutierrez-Quintino had been sending her harassing messages and was on his way to the residence to cause damage to her property.