• Hank’s Place has opened in its temporary location, at Kennett Steak and Mushroom on Birch Street in Kennett Square. Hank’s co-owner Katie Young said she and Anthony, her husband, signed a two-year lease for the Kennett location but are still committed to reopening back on Route 1 at Creek Road in Chadds Ford. They have applied for a conditional use hearing as part of the process to rebuild the restaurant that was destroyed in last year’s flood.

• The Chester County Department of Voter Services will hold a Telephone Town Hall on Monday, Oct. 17 at 6:30 p.m. to provide voters with the information they need to make their voices heard in the upcoming election. Topics include how to register to vote, how to apply for an absentee or mail-in ballot, rules for voting in-person and by mail, and the timing and process for reporting election results. Participants can submit voting-related questions during this event. Register at chesco.org/VotingTownHall.

• Join Chester County History Center’s fourth annual Halloween Ball — Le Cirque — on Oct. 29 at 6:30 p.m. at the History Center. A sure-to-be memorable night of fun, a celebration of friendship, and nostalgia. Fine fare by Spence Café, live music, skilled circus performers from Airplay Entertainment, a fabulous silent auction, and the opportunity to raise your paddle in support of Chester County History Center on October 29, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. Costumes are encouraged. Tickets are available here.

• This Saturday, Oct. 15, is Patriots’ Day at the Brandywine Battlefield Park. Learn what life was like for soldiers and camp followers during the Revolutionary War from period re-enactors. Military drills and firing demonstrations will be conducted at various times during the event. Colonial trades and cooking will also be demonstrated.  Tours of the Ring House (Washington’s Headquarters) are at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., and tours of the Gilpin House are at 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Admission is $12 for adults; $10 for seniors, AAA, AARP; and $8 for Youth (ages 3-11).

• Concord Township’s annual Harvest Festival is Saturday, Oct. 22, from noon to 3 p.m. at the Park & Rec Building on Bush Hill Farm, 30 Bethel Road. The Pet Costume Contest is at noon, and the Children’s Costume Parade is at 1:30 p.m. There will also be face painting, hayrides, live music, and more. This is a free event.

• Embark on a guided Night Hike to experience the stars and sounds of the natural lands after dark. Learn about the nocturnal animals that call Mt. Cuba home and how to spot and listen for them once the sun goes down. The last scheduled night hike is Friday, Oct. 21, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tickets, available here, are $15 for adults and $8 for kids 6-17.

• It's a Halloween “Paw-Rade” at Olde Ridge Village on Saturday, Oct. 29, from noon to 4 p.m. It’s a free event with a doggy costume contest, adoptable dogs and puppies, and veterinary hospital tours. Beer, wine, and food will be available for purchase. It’s happening on the lawn in front of GiggyBites.

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