Crafts in the Courtyard   

August 20 - 21 shop unique wares made by regional artisans at our Crafts in the Courtyard event. This event showcases exceptional works from juried members of the Chester County Craft Guild, a chapter of the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen. Crafters include: Mary Adams (design your own bags), Bob Antonishak (nantucket baskets, wood turning), Jim Bewley (wood turning), Dave Brethauer (wood working), Patricia Halsey (jewelry), Pam Horseman (fiber arts), Cindy Losco (jewelry), Lynn McKay (weaving), Sam Moyer (brooms), Bill Morrison (glass), Gene Shaw (ceramics).

Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art

Route 1, Chadds Ford, PA, 19317 

610.388.2700 

www.brandywine.org 

Summer Food Truck Festival

May 15, June 26, July 17, August 21, and Sept. 18

Details are available at www.kennettundergroundrr.org or by contacting Michele at 484-544-5070 or [email protected]

All tours begin at the Brandywine Valley Conference and Tourist Center, 300 Greenwood Rd., Kennett Square, PA 19348. Phone: 484-700-8550. Visitors are encouraged to arrive at 1:45 at the Tourist Center for a 2:00pm departure. The tour will take about 2 hours.

Payment is $20. for adults, $15. for children, to cover the cost the rental of the bus. Payment is due 4-5 days prior to the tour date. A check to the Kennett Underground Railroad Center (KURC) should be mailed to: 296 Kendal Dr., Kennett Square, PA 19348.

Tours will be held rain or shine - the bus is air conditioned and can accommodate up to 23 people. A minimal of 14 people is required. If the tour is cancelled, you will be contacted several days in advance & payment will be refunded. Volunteer guides are very well informed about the Underground Railroad in Kennett Square and environs.

The KURC guided bus tour will cover some of the history of the development of the Underground Railroad (URR), particularily as it relates to Chester County.

The tour will include:
- passing by 5-6 original abolitionist homes, with research-based descriptions of the people living in this important hub of the URR during the 1800's;

- a visit to the first street in Kennett Square and the integrated residents of that time, as well as the descendants of abolitionists that still live in the community;

- a tour of an 1801 Quaker Meetinghouse, with information about the local Quakers of that era and why many were so committed to abolitionism;

- a stop at the new Kennett Underground Railroad Center , located in the original home of abolitionist Eusebius Bernard;

NB: Information about the Underground Railroad from early times have focused largely on the white people who aided fugitives. Now acknowledged is the significant contribution made by African Americans. This tour will include some of that history especially as it relates to Chester County, PA.

Two Dollar Tuesdays
presented by Artisans' Bank
August 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30

Parents' Night Out: Summer Fun
August 5, 5:30 - 10 p.m.
$20 Members/$25 Non-members

Night at the Museum:
Community Overnight and Star Party
August 6, 7:30 p.m. - July 17, 8 a.m.
$25 Members/$35 Non-members
Star Party: August Sky
8 - 10:30 p.m.
$3 Members/$5 Non-members

Delaware Museum of Natural History
4840 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE 19807

Museum Explorers Family Workshop: Art Sounds

Thursdays through August 25 

Session A: 10 a.m. B: 11 a.m

New theme each week with activities inspired by Get the Picture!  For ages 2-8 with a grown up. July 28: Use jazz music to create beautiful "magic paintings" with watercolors. Meet artist Bryan Collier, who will sign copies of his books from 11 a.m. to noon. Register now.

Kuerner Farm Plein Air Days

August 26, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Artists receive all-day access to Kuerner Farm, where Andrew Wyeth found intriguing subjects for paintings and drawings for more than 70 years. Artists working in all media are invited to explore the property where they can sketch, paint or photograph and take an optional guided tour.

Kennett Area Senior Center

11th annual Dinner

Mendenhall Inn

Sponsorships available

1-610-444-4819

Two Dollar Tuesdays
presented by Artisans' Bank
August 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30

Parents' Night Out: Summer Fun
August 5, 5:30 - 10 p.m.
$20 Members/$25 Non-members

Night at the Museum:
Community Overnight and Star Party
August 6, 7:30 p.m. - July 17, 8 a.m.
$25 Members/$35 Non-members
Star Party: August Sky
8 - 10:30 p.m.
$3 Members/$5 Non-members

Delaware Museum of Natural History
4840 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE 19807

SCCCC WIB was launched  as a networking and educational breakfast program for professional women and offers thought-provoking presentations conducted by SCCCC members.

Meets first Wednesday of the month at 8:30 am at different member locations

Click here  for this month’s program and to register

Labor Day Music Fest at the Chaddsford Winery

• September 3, 4, 5: Celebrate with food, live music, and PA-Made wine. A $10 admission fee will be charged at the gate, which includes your first glass of wine.

Business networking at Brandywine Prime

Tuesday September 6

5 to 7 p.m.

Prepay click here

or RSVP to [email protected]

SCCCC WIB was launched  as a networking and educational breakfast program for professional women and offers thought-provoking presentations conducted by SCCCC members.

Meets first Wednesday of the month at 8:30 am at different member locations

Click here  for this month’s program and to register

The Chester County Art Association will debut two exhibits next week.  The Allison Gallery will feature a solo show by Brett Anderson Walker, and the Huston Gallery will showcase a group exhibit titled "It's All in the Details." Both shows open at the associations 100 N. Bradford Ave. location next  Thursday, Sept. 8, from 5 to 8 p.m. All are welcome.

The fourth annual Save The Valley Music Fest will take place on Friday, Sept. 9 at World Cafe Live at the Queen in Wilmington. This year the event will showcase six bands – three of which are local high school bands that fought for their place on the stage at a sold-out event in April. Among the performers are the Splashing Pearls and headliner Bronze Radio Tickets are $15 in advance, $18 at the door. For more information, visit http://www.savethevalley.org/music. Tickets can be obtained at: http://queentickets.worldcafelive.com/event/1281043.

The 51st Annual Chadds Ford Days celebrates the Battle of the Brandywine, which occurred on September 11, 1777. It was the largest land battle in America up until the Civil War. An outdoor fair will be held on the grounds of the Barn Visitors Center. This is a Chadds Ford Community event that features an appearance by George Washington, Continental Army soldiers, antique cars, special lectures & exhibits, Colonial displays, quality crafters and artists, kids activities, live entertainment, tours of the historic John Chads House and so much more. All ages are welcome; family-friendly! *Sponsorship opportunities are available, please click here to visit our website for additional information.*

The event runs Saturday, September 10th from 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM and Sunday, September 11th from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

CFHS Members FREE

Congressman Pat Meehan's 7th Congressional District 

Annual Job Fair!

Employers who are currently hiring are encouraged to attend. There is no table fee for vendors and lunch will be provided. We ask that all companies arrive to the event by 9:00 am for set up, and stay until the event's conclusion at 2:00 pm.

The Job Fair is open to all constituents in the 7th District. This includes portions of: Berks, Chester, Delaware, Lancaster, and Montgomery Counties.

Online registration can be completed here.

Saturday, September 10

10:00 am - 2:00 pm (set up by 9 am)

Springfield High School

A garden tour of private gardens in the South Walnut Street neighborhood of West Chester.

For the benefit of Barclay Friends Horticulture Therapy Program

For more information please call:

610-918-3429

or register online http://bf.kendal.org/events/

General Information – The 31st  Annual Mushroom Festival

Dates and Times

Saturday, September 10, 2016: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sunday, September 11, 2016: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Friday, September 9, 2016: Community Parade with  Dining and Dancing in the Streets

The Mushroom Festival is a rain or shine event. In severe weather some events may be canceled or rescheduled. Updates, when possible, will be made to the website.

 Pets
We love animals too, but…. leave your pets at home. For the safety of your pet and others, pets are not allowed on the grounds of the Street Festival.

Frequently Asked Questions
Click here to browse the list of Frequently Asked Questions.  You may find a quick answer to your question.

Admission
$3 per person (ages 12 and up). Proceeds from the sale of the admission wristbands goes toward the Mushroom Festival’s grant program. In 2016,  the Mushroom Festival gave $85,000 to 47 non-profit organizations (click here to learn more).

Wristbands may be purchased in advance at The Mushroom Cap (114 West State Street, Kennett Square).
Purchase wristbands the days of the event at the Mushroom Festival parking lots (while waiting for the shuttle buses) or at the 11 various entrances to the Festival.

Getting here and getting around
Kennett Square Borough is located off Route 1 in southern Chester County (click here to learn more).

For GPS directions use 101 South Union Street, Kennett Square PA 19348.

During the Mushroom Festival many main roads are closed. Please follow posted detour signs. Expect delays in getting through town.

Satellite parking lots with shuttle bus service to the Festival are available. (click here to learn more).
There is limited street parking in Kennett Square during the Mushroom Festival. Finding a space can be difficult, which is why we recommend using the satellite parking lots.

Handicapped parking is available in the Genesis Parking garage at Linden Street and Union Street.

2^nd Saturdays Garden Walk

Saturday September 10, 2016, 1:00 pm: “Garden Architecture and Water Features”

 
The second Saturday of each month
1pm (unless otherwise noted)
Walks begin at the Visitor Center

Join Winterthur's horticulture staff for monthly garden walks highlighting interesting and seldom seen parts of the Winterthur landscape.  Weather permitting. Wear comfortable shoes. Members free. Included with admission.

The 51st Annual Chadds Ford Days celebrates the Battle of the Brandywine, which occurred on September 11, 1777. It was the largest land battle in America up until the Civil War. An outdoor fair will be held on the grounds of the Barn Visitors Center. This is a Chadds Ford Community event that features an appearance by George Washington, Continental Army soldiers, antique cars, special lectures & exhibits, Colonial displays, quality crafters and artists, kids activities, live entertainment, tours of the historic John Chads House and so much more. All ages are welcome; family-friendly! *Sponsorship opportunities are available, please click here to visit our website for additional information.*

The event runs Saturday, September 10th from 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM and Sunday, September 11th from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

CFHS Members FREE

The Friends of Martin's Tavern invites the public to the unveiling of the Trimbleville Historical marker, commemorating the role the hamlet played not only in the war, but also in colonial America. Refreshments will be served at this rain-or-shine event.

A Solemn Evensong Service Will Be Held Followed By A Community Event

Nearly three thousand lives were lost on that beautiful, sunny day 15 years ago. A day that will forever be etched in every American’s mind – no matter how young or old.

Determined to honor those who were taken from this Earth too soon, the Washington Memorial Chapel is hosting a Solemn Evensong Service on Sunday, September 11 at 4 PM. During the special service, the newly elected Bishop Daniel Gutierrez will lead the service with preaching by former Bishop Frederick Borsch. Members of the National Park Service and Irish Thunder Pipes and Drum Band will be attending.

The Evensong will conclude with a Thanksgiving for the National Park Service and a prayer at the grave of Louis J. Nacke II, one of the Heroes of Flight 93. The Chapel invites community members to come pray for those that lost their lives on that tragic day and welcomes anyone from any faith.

To learn more about the Washington Memorial Chapel, visit visit http://wmchapel.org/heritage/ and http://www.savewashingtonmemorial.org/ to learn about the restoration campaign.

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About The Washington Memorial Chapel

The Washington Memorial Chapel was built as a tribute to General George Washington and the Continental soldiers who survived the brutal winter cantonment at Valley Forge in 1778-1779. The inspiration for the Chapel resulted from a sermon preached by the founder and first rector, the Rev. Dr. W. Herbert Burk, of Norristown, Pennsylvania. In June 1903 the cornerstone was laid on private property donated by the I. Heston Todd family. A small framed building preceded the present structure which became known as the Theodore Roosevelt Chapel, in honor of President Roosevelt, who visited the site in 1904. The Chapel was completed in 1917.  It is the home of an active parish in the Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania.

Designed by Milton B. Medary, Jr., the Chapel was erected for two purposes. It is the home of an active parish as well as a national memorial to Washington and the Continental Army, welcoming visitors from all over the world and serving as a “wayside chapel” for those who visit Valley Forge National Historical Park.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Both the Chapel and the Washington Memorial Heritage are private organizations. Visitors are often surprised to learn that the Chapel receives no funding from the National Park Service and is not formally affiliated with the Valley Forge National Historical Park.

Washington Memorial Heritage was created as a secular nonprofit, independent of the Chapel. It is a qualifying charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the federal tax code. This allows foundations and individuals who might not contribute to a purely religious organization to aid in the preservation of this magnificent building, which has been described as one of the foremost examples of Gothic Revival architecture in the United States.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13TH  4:00 – 8:00 PM
HELP US CELEBRATE NATIONAL ASSISTED LIVING WEEK WITH A SHOPPING EXTRAVAGANZA
GLEN MILLS SENIOR LIVING

Join us as we celebrate National Assisted Living Week. Stop by the Glen Mills Shopping Extravaganza and see how we make senior living exceptional. From our Five Star Dining Experience, to our 24-hour care and Lifestyle360 program, we give seniors reasons to celebrate every day. There will be various raffles to enter and everyone receives a complimentary wine glass!
STOP BY AND ENJOY:
• Local vendors including Tastefully Simple, Paparazzi Jewelry, LuLaRoe and many more
• Chair massages
• Wine Tasting
• Decadent Foods

242 Baltimore Pike • Glen Mills, PA 19342
610-358-4900
www.GlenMillsSeniorLiving.com

~ 2nd Tuesday ~

Networking

6-8 PM  Tuesday, September 13th

and Every Second Tuesday of the Month

Meet, mingle & promote your business

with area business professionals!

Join us for "Second Tuesday Networking" at our new location, McKenzie Brew House in Glen Mills!  Tickets are $10 (cash only) at the door which includes a ticket for one glass of wine or beer!  Feel free to share with your networks or other business professionals!  Please contact Pam Terstappen at [email protected] with any questions.

Legal and business professionals face many challenges; they need to ensure compliance and make sure their documents are secure and easily shared with teams and clients. They expect their technology solutions to reduce overhead, increase billable hours, enhance productivity, and provide the ability to work anywhere, anytime. Register at http://bit.ly/2bSdBHo for Dorset Connects’ free webinar on Wednesday, September 14 at 12 pm to learn how Office 365 provides solutions to address these challenges and more, helping to increase the number of hours that business professionals have available to spend on their clients’ needs, resulting in increased client referrals and revenue.

Dorset Connects gives small to mid-size businesses in the greater Philadelphia area personalized, hassle-free IT support services, such as 24x7 monitoring, a U.S.-based helpdesk, fixed monthly budgets, and the ability to focus on your business, not your network.

If you would like more information about Dorset Connects or either of these events, please contact Neal Zimmerman via email at [email protected].