• Area residents took time to honor United States military veterans at the Birmingham-Lafayette Cemetery in Birmingham Township Saturday. The event was organized by Wreaths Across America and Daughters of the American Revolution. Wreaths were laid at the graves of 600 veterans during the event.
• People interested in how Chester County dealt with the American Civil War are encouraged to take part in a virtual discussion about Camp Elder: The Strange Story of Westtown’s Union Prisoner of War Camp. After the Battle of Gettysburg, almost 2,000 prisoners of war who had been captured by the Confederate Army were returned to the Union Army under the condition that they would not be returned to the front. Instead, they would be held, under guard, until an equal number of captured Confederate soldiers were returned to the south. The place at which these soldiers were held was called Camp Elder, in Westtown, Chester County, and this is their strange story. This is a pay-as-you-wish Zoom event. Reservations are required. The discussion is on Jan. 11 from 7-8:30 p.m.
• The Delaware County Office of Services for the Aging is offering the evidence-based Healthy Steps program virtually for those 60 and older living in Pennsylvania. This program helps reduce fall risk by helping participants address fears while educating and equipping them with the right tools to make a difference in their lives. The Healthy Steps program will be held virtually on Zoom from 1-3 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 19, and Friday, Jan. 21. All program costs including the Healthy Steps workbook are covered by COSA, so the program is free, however, class size is limited. Registration is mandatory. To register, contact Ellen Williams at [email protected] or by calling 610-499-1937.
• The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is offering a free Gift of Health to members of the community this holiday season. The event is a free trial at the Y from Dec. 26-31. Go here to request a seven-day free trial.
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