Alvaro Garcia Botello, 51, of Kennett Square, died Sunday, Jan. 8, at his residence.
Alvaro Garcia Botello
Born in Yuriria, GTO, Mexico, he was the son of Alfredo Garcia Perez and Maria Luisa Botello Rodriguez of Mexico.
Alvaro was a member of St. Rocco Catholic Church in Avondale. He was employed at Giorgio Mushrooms in Toughkenamon. Alvaro enjoyed soccer on TV, going on car rides and he especially enjoyed being with his family and friends.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by four brothers, Jose Luis Garcia (Betty) of Kennett Square, Miguel Garcia (Patricia) of Mexico, Lorenzo Garcia (Maricela) of Oxford, and Alfredo Garcia (Virginia) of Mexico; three sisters, Leticia Quintino (Jose) of Kennett Square, Herlinda Garcia of Mexico and Maria Torres (Julio) of Florida, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
You are invited to visit with his family and friends from 5 to 6: 30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 18, at St. Rocco Catholic Church, 313 Sunny Dell Road, Avondale. His funeral mass will follow at 6:30. Burial will be in Mexico.
To view his online tribute and to share a memory with his family, please visit www.kuzoandfoulkfh.com
Arrangements by the Foulk Funeral Home of West Grove, West Grove.
Was one of your New Year resolutions to learn something new in 2023? Consider finding your passion for art with one of the many forums for artistic expression in the Brandywine Valley! Art centers, schools, workshops, and instructors are eager to share their talents with new and experienced artists. Listed below are just some of the local organizations with classes available. More are created daily, so keep an eye out on social media for updates!
The Chester County Art Association has been a focus of the local art scene since 1931. Known for their fantastic galleries and exhibitions, they also provide a comprehensive range of art classes, workshops, and events for students of all ages, experience, and ability. From fine art to sculpture, finger painting to digital art, jewelry making to ceramics, the options seem endless. The CCAA is located at 100 North Bradford Avenue, West Chester, PA. More information can be found at ChesterCountyArts.org.
Chester Springs Studio at Historic Yellow Springs
Chester Springs Studio is part of Historic Yellow Springs, and together they combine art and history in northern Chester County. With a wide-ranging and extensive pottery studio, perfect for learning simple slab building, wheel throwing, and everything in between, as well as studios for all types of artistic expression, the beautiful setting inspires artists of all ages. The Chester Springs Studio at Historic Yellow Springs is located at 1668 Art School Road, Chester Springs, PA. More information can be found at YellowSprings.org.
Community Arts Center
Since 1948, the Community Arts Center in Wallingford has created a space for artists and art lovers to come together and celebrate creativity. Set in a beautiful historic property, the inspiring environment brings new perspectives for artists at every turn. Drawing, painting, ceramics, photography, and other classes feature talented local artists sharing their skills with learners of all age and experience levels. The Community Arts Center is located at 414 Plush Mill Road, Wallingford, PA. More information can be found at CommunityArtsCenter.org.
“Every Art for Everyone” is the goal at the Darlington Arts Center. Founded in 1978 with the goal of bringing together all four art disciplines—music, visual arts, dance, and drama—the center celebrates creativity in all its forms. Classes are available for learners from toddlers through seniors, with options for every skill level. The Darlington Arts Center is at 977 Shavertown Road, Garnet Valley, PA. More information can be found at DarlingtonArts.org
Rockdale Art Center
Combining history and artistry, the Rockdale Art Center brings art education and a cultural center to Delaware County. Classes for young and adult learners are available all year, from anime to LEGO, acrylics to summer camps. The Rockdale Art Center is located at 2551 Mount Road, Aston, PA. More information can be found at RockdaleArtCenter.com.
One of the newer organizations dedicated to spreading art to the public, the Media Arts Council was established in 2006 to bring cultured life to the region. From an informal start to their new home in the MAC Arts Center which has space for galleries, classes, and more, it is a fantastic resource for artist and art lovers. The MAC Arts Center is located at 11 E. State Street, Media, PA. More information can be found at MediaArtsCouncil.org.
Victoria Rose (she/her) is an editor, writer, avid reader, self-described geek, and fan of all things creative. Her passion for words has led to her current career as a freelance editor, and she is the owner of Flickering Words, an editing service. When not wielding a red pen (or cursor), she loves reading books of all genres, playing video, board, and word games, baking ridiculous creations to show off on the internet, or enjoying the gorgeous outdoors. She is a board member of the West Chester Film Festival and part of the Thirsty Monsters, a team of streamers from around the world who fundraise for various charities supporting LGBTQIA+ and accessibility rights. She can be found online @WordsFlickering or the Brandywine Art Guide @BrandywineArtGuide.
The Chadds Ford Township Board of Supervisors are pleased to announce the opening of the Studios of Painter’s Folly: Community Art Space. Available to six painters per month, the community art space is located in the mansion known as Painter’s Folly and famous for being one of Andrew Wyeth’s biggest inspirations. The studios are located in two rooms (Wyeth and Pyle Studios) on the second floor of Painter’s Folly and overlook the home’s 3.6 acres.
Studio space is available Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm for $100 per month. Interested painters can register for studio space by contacting the Chadds Ford Township Building at 610-388-8800 or by emailing info@chaddsfordpa.gov.
YMCA Brandywine holds a free pickle ball clinic this Saturday.
•The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is offering a free introductory pickleball clinic this Sunday, Jan. 15. Clinics will be held at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. at the Oscar Lasko YMCA in downtown West Chester. Each introductory clinic will last three hours and feature two hours of instruction from YMCA pickleball pros and one hour of structured open play. All are welcome to attend, and you do not need to be a YMCA member to participate. Guests should bring a valid photo ID.
Storytime at Rachel Kohl Library on Saturday, Jan. 28.
•The Rachel Kohl Community Library will hold an author reading and book signing with author Subani Maheshwari on Saturday, Jan. 28 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. The readings include two of Maheshwari’s books, Rainbow, Rainbow in The Sky, and Melody the Unicorn and the Beauty Within. For more info about the books and the author check out the author’s website.
•Starting Jan. 17, LCH will offer new Health and Happiness workshops to the community. These workshops will provide helpful information on various topics as well as tips to make life easier and more enjoyable. Each session will be presented in English and in Spanish every third Tuesday of the month in the LCH Kennett Square office. Each month LCH will offer a new topic on health and happiness. Topics include Traveling with Medicine, Checking Pulse and Blood Pressure, Reading Nutrition Labels, Health, and Humor, and much more. Space is limited so LCH urges everyone to register for the classes they are interested in as soon as possible. To register, call 610-444-7550 Ext. 2017.
One Man Two Guvnors opens at DTC on Feb. 1.
•Delaware Theatre Company presents the hilariously slap-stick production of One Man, Two Guvnors, directed by Bud Martin in his 10th and final season as DTC’s artistic director. The play runs from Feb. 1-19. The plot has down on his luck and permanently hungry Francis employed by two different bosses at a party that goes horribly awry. For dates and tickets, go here.
•All PennDOT driver’s license and photo centers will be closed Saturday, Jan. 14, through Monday, Jan. 16, in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. Customers may still obtain a variety of driver and vehicle products and services, including all forms, publications, and driver training manuals, online through PennDOT’s Driver and Vehicle Services website, www.dmv.pa.gov.
