May 2022 - Page 2 of 6 - Chadds Ford Live

Martha King takes on the world

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on May 24, 2022

Chadds Ford's Martha King is competing this Friday in Austria. The event will be covered live on Facebook and YouTube.

The reigning U.S. Women’s Division Champion "Lumberjill," Chadds Ford’s own Martha King, is heading to Austria to compete in the first-ever international STIHL TIMBERSPORTS® Women’s event – the International Women’s Cup. King will go up against eight other women for the title of the best woman lumberjack in the world. And this time the event will be shown live on YouTube and Facebook. It will…

Posted by ChaddsFordLive on May 24, 2022

The Chadds Ford Township Residents Association — formerly The Civic Association of Chadds Ford Township — has announced its official relaunch after a two-year pandemic hiatus. Association President Phil Wenrich said the organization is expanding its focus to include three new areas: the use of digital communications to reach the widest possible audience, a commitment to assisting township residents impacted by disasters such as floods…

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on May 24, 2022

Zip-a-dee Doodah

A zipliner enjoys his trip over Lums Pond.

Posted by ChaddsFordLive on May 23, 2022

Read more about the article Adopt-a-Pet May 23

The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Gizmo Petite Gizmo is an adorable kitty who loves to play with other cats. She would really enjoy a feline playmate in her future home. This cool cat loves fluffy beds, answers to her name, and is litter box trained. Gizmo would love to meet you. You can name…

Posted by Will Stern on May 22, 2022

There is a spiritual disease in modern America called “consumer Christianity.” This disease is rampant among evangelical and reformed believers, especially in wealthy suburbs like Garnet Valley and Chadds Ford. But at its root, consumer Christianity is an unbiblical mindset that turns Christians into consumers and churches into businesses. So here’s my question: Are you a Consumer Christian or a Christian missionary? If you’re not…

Posted by Victoria Rose on May 20, 2022

Read more about the article Piecings of Art, Quilted History

"Friends" quilt closeup. Photograph courtesy of the CCHS.

The instinct to create is older than humanity—decorating every corner of our world, and even sending art into the stars. Taking the time and energy to add beauty to even the most simple and necessary of objects is an act of love. Nowhere is that love more evident than in the new exhibit at the Chester County History Center, Unfolded, on display now through October.…

Posted by ChaddsFordLive on May 20, 2022

Does it trouble you that the Unionville-Chadds Ford School Board and administration are helping children keep secrets from their parents? Multiple staff emails have said that middle school students are encouraged to explore their gender identity and sexuality. However, not only have parents not been notified but there is documentation showing efforts have been made specifically to hide it from parents. Alarmed parents have shared…

Posted by ChaddsFordLive on May 20, 2022

PennDOT has announced the following road projects, which are weather-dependent and could affect drivers in the greater Chadds Ford area during the week of May 21 through May 27. Motorists are urged to allow extra time if traveling through one of the construction zones. Work schedules are subject to change. • Lane closures along Route 1 in Chadds Ford and Concord townships will continue at…

Posted by ChaddsFordLive on May 19, 2022

Lorraine “Boojie” Medon, 82, of Landenberg, died unexpectedly on Saturday, May 14, in Chester County Hospital, surrounded by her immediate family. She was the wife of Donald G. Medon, with whom she shared nearly 37 years of marriage. Born in 1939 in West Grove, she was the daughter of the late Carl J. Pannell, Jr., and the late Marie E. Pannell. She was a parishioner…

Posted by ChaddsFordLive on May 19, 2022

Antoinette “Toni” Pesce, 82, of Kennett Square, died Monday, May 16, at the Christiana Hospital. She was the wife of E. Victor Pesce, who died in 2014, and with whom she shared 54 years of marriage. Born in West Chester, she was the daughter of the late Louis Marson Sr. and the late Mildred Giroso Marson. Toni was part owner of AT-MAR Glass in Kennett…

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on May 19, 2022

Read more about the article Wedding planner opens in Barn Shops

Shannon Wellington, of Shannon Wellington Weddings and Events, says she specializes in designing as well as planning weddings.

Weddings can be an emotional time for a young couple. Lots of decisions need to be made to help make it a special day for all concerned. It’s stressful, and that’s where a wedding planner comes in. And a wedding planner did come into the Barn Shops in Chadds Ford Township. Shannon Wellington Weddings and Events moved into the building where Barbara Moore Fine Art…