Don't miss the 2017 Unionville High School Musical,

Mary Poppins!

The classic tale of everyone's favorite nanny comes to life with unforgettable songs,

amazing dance numbers and a spoonful of magic!

Thursday-Saturday March 16, 17 and 18

All Showtimes 7:30 p.m.

​Tickets on sale starting February 27, 2017 at www.showtix4u.com

​Advance online tickets -$12.00

At the Door-$14.00  ($12.00 for Students and Senior Citizens​)

Public Archaeology Days invite volunteers to assist our professional archaeologists with site excavation, artifact screening and care. Public Archaeology Days currently center on the tailrace of the 1704 Grist Mill and the Archive, formerly a mid-eighteenth century general store.

No registration is required. Free to the public and open to all ages.

Saturday, March 18 and Sunday, March 19 from 11 AM - 6 PM

Welcome Spring!  We’re celebrating the long-anticipated arrival of this glorious season with the release of our 2016 Spring Wine.

Join us and be among the first to taste this fan-favorite, sweet white – featuring notes of pineapple, citrus, and peach with a clean, crisp acidity.

Release Weekend Features Include:

• Specialty Wine Cocktails: Spring Wine Mojito + Peach Bellini
• Discounts: Save 10% on 3 bottles, 15% on 6 bottles, and 20% on 12+ bottles
• Food truck: Mara-Leo
• Live Music: Colin & Drew from 2-5pm (Saturday) & Ryan Schubert from 2-5pm (Sunday)
• And more!

Admission is free, and all food and wine purchases are pay-as-you-go.

The American Helicopter Museum and Education Center (AHMEC) will present its 3rd Annual AHMEC Girls Science Expo on Saturday, March 18, from 2 to 4 pm. The museum, located at 1220 American Boulevard, West Chester, will host the event in conjunction with its Women in Aerospace and Technology Program (WATP).

The exciting Expo offers participants in grades 3 through 12 an opportunity to present their science projects to the public. Registration is free and open to young women in three categories: Elementary (grades 3 to 5), Middle (grades 6 to 8) and High (grades 9 to 12) School. Download a registration form and guidelines from AHMEC’s website at www.americanhelicopter.museum.

All participants will receive a certificate of participation, and a participation letter will be sent to their respective schools. An awards ceremony will be held at 3:30 during which the first, second and third place winners from each age group as selected by visitors attending the Expo will be recognized.

“It’s a way to promote the wonderful scientific projects that girls in the area are doing,” explained Erica Zwilling, AHMEC Education Coordinator and WATP Director. "We are thankful to sponsors the Boeing Company, Bell Helicopter and Bentley Systems for their support of this year's Science Expo."

Museum admission is $7.00 per person and includes full access to AHMEC, as well as hands-on investigations in such fields as physics of flight, space, mechanical engineering and robotics. Contact AHMEC at 610-436-9600 for more information.

The American Helicopter Museum and Education Center, located in the land of industry innovators in the Philadelphia region, is the nation’s premier aviation museum devoted exclusively to helicopters. Established in 1996, the nonprofit organization collects, restores and displays rotary-wing aircraft, including over 35 civilian and military helicopters, autogiros and convertaplanes.

Don't miss the 2017 Unionville High School Musical,

Mary Poppins!

The classic tale of everyone's favorite nanny comes to life with unforgettable songs,

amazing dance numbers and a spoonful of magic!

Thursday-Saturday March 16, 17 and 18

All Showtimes 7:30 p.m.

​Tickets on sale starting February 27, 2017 at www.showtix4u.com

​Advance online tickets -$12.00

At the Door-$14.00  ($12.00 for Students and Senior Citizens​)

MLK CommUNITY Food Drive March 20^th – March 31^st

Donations Are Critical

 The MLK CommUNITY of the Greater Kennett Area kicks off their Food Drive starting March 20^th and it runs until March 31^st.  Historically, the food drive was organized on the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Day of Sharing, however, this year it will be conducted later. “We are excited to continue the vision to create a beloved community in the Greater Southern Chester County area that provides opportunities for the eradication of poverty and the food drive is one initiative our Board has been coordinating,” says Carol Black, Board President.  “It is wonderful to honor Dr. King’s legacy throughout the year, not just on one day but also during the time to commemorate the March from Selma”, says Black.  The food drive benefits the Kennett Area Community Service (KACS’s Food Cupboard) as well as The Bridge Food and Clothing Ministry in West Grove.

“Today more than ever is it incredibly important for our community to support a food drive”, says Melanie Weiler, KACS Executive Director.   “Our supply is low, we anticipate cuts in funding, and we need to prepare.  We can’t thank our community enough”, says Weiler.

Food items that are in the most demand include but not limited to: canned vegetables and low sugar fruit, tomato sauce, fresh produce, rice, pasta, oatmeal, dried beans, tuna, and peanut butter.  “We encourage food drives to be conducted by churches, neighborhoods, businesses, service clubs, schools, scouts, sports teams, etc. during this week”, says Ginny Levy, Chair of the MLK Food Drive Committee. “Have fun, make it competitive, get creative, anything you can do to spark the interest and get collecting”, say Levy.

Once items are collected, you can conveniently drop off your donations directly to the KACS Food Cupboard any day between Monday – Friday from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm.  Special volunteers will be at KACS on Friday, March 31^st from 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm and then on Saturday, April 1^st from 8:00 am – Noon.  Please visit KACS website for location information at: www.kacsonline.net

Additional information such as materials you can use for your drives including flyers, posters, tips on conducting a food drive in your community as well as information about the organization and volunteer opportunities, may be found on the MLK CommUNITY of Greater Kennett Square’s website: www.mlkcommunity.org or email them at [email protected].   And, follow them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Mlkcommunity.

About MLK CommUNITY:  For many years has been a non-profit service organization with a vision to create a beloved community in the Greater Southern Chester County that provides opportunities for fellowship, service, justice, and the eradication of poverty. MLK CommUNITY is a tax exempt, charitable organization as described in Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

Second and third of the series have been moved back one week due to weather.

Her America:
Three Women Artists from the Phillips Collection

In honor of Women's History Month, join us as we delve into the art of Georgia O'Keeffe (March 8), Doris Lee (March 22) and Grandma Moses (March 29) in this lively lecture series presented by Amanda C. Burdan, associate curator. Purchase tickets to individual lectures or the entire series today!

Fun with Picture Books Teacher Workshop

March 23, 4:30-6:30 p.m.

This hands-on workshop will focus on connecting picture books to innovative art activities. For educators who work with pre-k through second grade students, the program will include discussion and the opportunity to try selected crafts which have been successful at the museum's family programs. Letters for teachers to submit for Act 48 credit will be provided.

Brandywine River Museum

Did you know that rattle-skull, syllabub, and bogus were all names for mixed drinks in the 18th century? Join us for this month’s Tavern Talks on Thursday, March 23rd from 7-9 p.m. as we cover the topic of Colonial “Cocktails.” Samples will be available from featured participants including Thistle Finch Distillery, Frank’s Wine, and Greenbank Mills & Philips Farm. Guests can sing along to tavern drinking songs with local Irish band Seven Rings, watch a Colonial brewer at work and more!

Tavern Talks is a monthly experience (not a lecture!) aimed exclusively for adults 21 and older that focuses on unexplored aspects of early American history and culture. Guests will experience history with hands-on activities, food and drink tastings, demonstrations, and more. Tavern Talks takes place at the Chadds Ford Historical Society’s Barns Brinton House, an historic 1714 tavern, located next to the Chaddsford Winery at 630 Baltimore Pike. Admission is $20 for non-members and $15 for members. Tickets must be purchased in advance over the phone, in person or online as space is limited. All attendees must be 21 and older.

Interested in what other topics we will be covering this year? Our other 2017 Tavern Talks include:

April 20–Tavern Night
May 18 –Spy Games

June 9 – Quack-ing Up! 18^th Century Medicine

September 14 – Well-Preserved

October 12 – Spirits & Spirits

November 9 – Feast Mode!

For more info on the CFHS or to purchase tickets, call (610) 388-7376, email us at [email protected] or visit www.chaddsfordhistory.org.

Don’t forget we are  serving jumbo lump crab cake sandwiches in the bar and tavern room tonight.  No reservations are taken for the bar or tavern.

The fish tonight is some beautiful striped bass coming out of Maryland.

We do have some space open for Easter brunch and have started taking reservation for Mother’s Day.  Shoot me an email if you are interested in making a brunch reservation for either of those days.  The menu for Easter is posted on the website.  The Mother’s Day brunch menu will be very similar.

Michael

Tickets on sale!! Don't miss the opportunity to attend the spring's hottest event! Brandywine in Black is Saturday, March 25th 6 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2888133

Chester Children's Chorus will be performing a free, family-friendly concert on Saturday, March 25, 7 p.m. at United Church of Christ - East Goshen. The church is located at Route 352 and Greenhill Roads just outside of West Chester.

The Chester Children's Chorus (CCC) includes 130 boys and girls, age 8 to 18 years old from the Chester Upland school district. Established in 1994, it is a division of Swarthmore College. 40 Chorus students will be singing in the event.

The Chorus will be singing classical and sacred selections ranging from Mozart to spirituals arranged by founder and artistic director, Dr. John Alston. More information on the Chester Children's Chorus can be found at www.chesterchildrenschorus.org. A free-will donation will be taken to support the program.

Guided Hike at the Laurels Preserve

March 26, Noon to 1:30 p.m.

Enjoy a leisurely hike while learning fun facts about the property's history and its unique natural resources. Meet in the Laurels Preserve parking lot. This is a free event for members. Not a member? Join today!

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Intro to Yoga & Meditation March 26th, 1:30pm-3:00pm
Instructor: Nicole Breen

This monthly beginners workshop with Nicole will focus on introducing students to a well rounded yoga practice. You will learn the foundations of the postures and how to align yourself properly as the postures are broken down and studied. Learn how to quiet your mind and achieve mindfulness through meditation.

No yoga experience is necessary, all ages event. Bring your questions and your curiosity and we will show you the path!

We will recommend classes and styles for you to move into after your beginners session. Come join us, yoga is for everyone!

3 Ways to Invest in Wellness:
Pre-registration: $35
Beginner Package: Workshop & 1-mo. unlimited yoga $65
Auto Renew Member Passport: $45 for 3 workshops
Non-Member Workshop Passport: $75 for 3 workshops

Here is the link for registration: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=28468&stype=-8&sView=day&sLoc=0&sTrn=100000067&date=03/26/17

Yoga Underground
1609 Baltimore Pike Building 500
Chadds Ford Barn Shoppes
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
Contact: [email protected]
www.yogaundergroundlove.com

Second and third of the series have been moved back one week due to weather.

Her America:
Three Women Artists from the Phillips Collection

In honor of Women's History Month, join us as we delve into the art of Georgia O'Keeffe (March 8), Doris Lee (March 22) and Grandma Moses (March 29) in this lively lecture series presented by Amanda C. Burdan, associate curator. Purchase tickets to individual lectures or the entire series today!

Wednesday, March 29th, 6-10PM Rustin High School will be the second Conditional Use hearing.

1100 Shiloh Rd, West Chester, PA 19382

Westtown Township Link

Below was submitted by Mindy Rhodes

Here is the link to a printable flyer with additional dates I encourage you to share with others:  https://crebillyfarmfriends.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/crebilly-march.pdf   

Party Status will be determined for a number of groups and then testimony continues.  I had a dream last night only five people came to the hearing and the auditorium was empty with the exception of a full stage that included the BOS and Toll Brothers.  There are 850 seats in Rustin Auditorium.  Please do what you can to attend any part of the hearing.  Every bit helps... and don't forget to bring water:)

Last evening, Dr. Scanlon, Superintendent of the West Chester Area School District, issued a letter to the community that included a resolution from WCASD and the impact the Crebilly development by Toll will have on the schools in the district:

Dear Community Members,

The West Chester Area School District has passed a resolution at its March 27 board meeting to allow the Superintendent to request an annual impact fee of $645,000 from Toll Brothers developers for the added expenses the district will incur from the proposed Crebilly Farms housing development.

Crebilly Resolution.docx - REVISED 3-21-17.pdf 

Currently Toll Brothers is seeking approval from Westtown Township to build more than 300 homes on the Crebilly Farms tract of land at the corner of Routes 202 and 926. Working with an experienced demographer, we have determined that this development will generate at least 172 students who would attend our school district. (This estimate already excludes the number of students we believe would attend private schools, based on our previous experience.)

It is common practice for school districts to request impact fees from developers when a large development is proposed. Simply put, a public school district cannot fairly shoulder the entire cost of a huge surge of students at one time. We will need to find additional space in our schools with modular units or additions, we will need to hire additional teachers and other staff, and we will need to provide additional transportation. (In addition, we are bound by law to also provide transportation for any students who choose private schools located within 10 miles of our borders.).  We anticipate approximately 56 private and/or parochial school students from this proposed development.

Final approval of this development rests with Westtown Township. We consider it our duty to keep you informed as this matter relates to our school district. Public hearings are continuing, and we welcome your voice in this matter.

Sincerely,

Dr. Jim Scanlon, Superintendent

Wednesday, March 29 from 6:30 - 9:00 PM

Join DIYer, House Flipper, and Designer, Denise Sabia of The Painted Home for an incredible Wine & Design workshop at Chaddsford Winery!

Create a completely custom Etched-Glass Wine Flight & Board with Denise’s expert guidance.  The craft includes three wine glasses that you can etch with words, numbers, or images, along with a flight board that you will transform with chalkboard paint.

While you’re crafting, enjoy a Chaddsford Wine Flight of your choice – either Dry Red, Dry White, or Sweet – which includes three 2-ounce servings of wine.  

Feel free to bring snacks or pack your own picnic.  Additional wine by the glass or bottle will be available for purchase.

Take home your finished craft and use it to host your own wine tastings or create your own wine pairings!

Wine & Design makes an excellent Girls Night Out, birthday gathering, or no-excuse-needed reason to drink wine & craft.

The Chadds Ford Historical Society’s 2017 Spring Lecture Series commemorates the 240th anniversary of the Philadelphia Campaign of 1777. This year the series will be covering some fascinating topics that span the entire 1777 campaign:

Wednesday, March 29, 7:00 p.m.

The Battle of Brandywine, Mike Harris

Mike Harris, author of Brandywine: A Military History of the Battle that Lost Philadelphia but Saved America, September 11, 1777, will discuss the Revolution's longest single day battle that engaged more troops than any other. Mike will also be selling and signing copies of his book at the lecture.

Thursday, April 6, 7:00 p.m.

Remember Paoli!, Jim Christ

The Battle of Paoli, also called “The Paoli Massacre,” unfolded at midnight on September 20 to 21, 1777. After General George Washington’s defeat at Brandywine on September 11th, his forces retreated toward Philadelphia to regroup, and he ordered General Anthony Wayne to harass the British. But the attempt failed, and the result was the 9th deadliest battle in the American Revolutionary War. Jim Christ is the vice-president of the Paoli Battlefield Preservation Fund.

Wednesday, April 12, 7:00 p.m.

Present But Not Accounted For: Women at the 1777-1778 Valley Forge Encampment, Dr. Nancy Loane

Over 400 women camped at Valley Forge during the winter of 1777-78. Dr. Loane's presentation will introduce you to the women who traveled with the Continental Army, those with Washington’s military family, and the wives of the officers, such as Martha Washington, Lucy Knox, and Catharine Greene. Through the women at camp, you’ll discover a Valley Forge encampment that you never knew existed.

Admission to the lectures is free for all CFHS members and $5 for non-members. All tickets are at the door; no advance ticketing is available. The 2017 Spring Lectures Series is held in the CFHS Barn Visitors Center at 1736 Creek Road (Rt. 100), Chadds Ford, PA 19317. For more information please visit our website www.chaddsfordhistory.org.

Science Seminar Series

A Win for the Farmer and a Win for Fresh Water: Cover Cropping

Thursday, March 30
Doors open at 6 p.m. for light refreshments

Lecture begins at 6:30

Cover crops are helping farmers to produce more yield, protect our waterways, and take better care of their soil. Learn about the cover cropping approach from the “Coach” himself, Steve Groff. “I will always be a farmer first. My decades of experience with cover crops fuels my passion for sharing what I’ve learned.”

Then hear from Stroud Center scientists about the research they are doing in conjunction with local farmer, Jamie Hicks, and his experiences thus far with cover cropping.

Calling all farmers, large landowners, and CSA, conservation, and agricultural groups -- you don’t want to miss this! RSVP's are appreciated but not required, visit: www.stroudcenter.org/events. For more information, call 610-268-2153, x288 or email [email protected].

Sponsored by Exelon Generation and PECO.

RELIEF FROM MIGRAINES

w/Danielle Aberman, Nutritionist, RDN, LDN

When: Thursday, March 30th, 6:30 pm

Where: Dr. Jill Pagliei's Office (at Bianco Chiropractic)

220 Wilmington Pike, Chadds Ford, PA  (next to Rita’s)

Are you searching for relief from migraines? Are you frustrated with the toll the headaches are taking on your life? There are many studies showing a strong relationship between food and migraines. Perhaps you know some of your triggers but not all and are overwhelmed about what to do next. Join us as Danielle Aberman, Nutritionist, RDN, LDN, discusses the mechanisms by which triggers cause pain.

Feel free to bring a friend! Food will be served.

Please RSVP if attending, space is limited:

484-840-9100, or email [email protected]

Trout anglers can join us for Regional Opening Day for Trout Season in Delaware County. Please see our website for additional information, requirements and fees.

Tick Tock to Host a Tasting Tour of Southern Chester County Wineries

New this year, on April 1, 2017, Tick Tock Early Learning Center will host a wine tasting tour featuring four of Southern Chester County’s premier wineries. The tour will  include Paradocx Vineyard and Patone Cellars of Landenberg, PA and Galer Estate Vineyard and Winery in Kennett Square, PA.

Lele Galer, winery owner and artist who design the exterior mosaic of Tick Tock, said, “Galer Estate Winery in Kennett Square just celebrated our 5th Anniversary having garnered 100 medals and awards for our own hand-tended vineyards and handmade wines.  Tick Tock does great things for the entire community, and we are happy to support this great cause.”

The event begins with tastings from Flickerwood Wine Cellars at 1:00 PM at the Atrium in Genesis in the heart of Kennett Square.  Free parking is available in the parking garage located at East Linden Street.  For a $75.00 ticket, guests will also be transported to 3 venues to sample locally crafted wines and gourmet snacks. Buses will return to Genesis for guests to enjoy coffee, something sweet, and an opportunity to participate in a fabulous silent auction.  Want more wine?  Flickerwood Wine Cellars will be there as well!  The event ends at 6:00 PM, just in time for dinner at one of Kennett Square’s excellent restaurants.

“We are so excited for our new fundraiser and hoping to see many of our supporters, donors and friends enjoying wine tasting for a great cause,” states Jackie Neidigh, Executive Director. “All of the money raised will go directly to high quality child care at Tick Tock ELC.”

Guests can easily order tickets online by clicking on the events tab at TickTockELC.org.  RSVP by March 18th, as seating is limited!

Since 1964 Tick Tock Early Learning Center has been providing reliable, affordable childcare and preschool for the children of working families in Southern Chester County. The Center has grown from one classroom serving seven children, to six classrooms serving over 150 children a year.  Tick Tock Early Learning Center is setting the standard of nurturing and educating young children today, to build a stronger Chester County tomorrow.

Contact:  Jackie Neidigh

[email protected]

1694 Baltimore Pike

Avondale, PA  19311

610-268-6134

Hadley Presents

Organic Music with Jake Armerding

Saturday,  April 1st  at 7 pm

West Grove Friends Meeting

153 E. Harmony Road, PA  19390

This remarkably gifted, emerging singer/songwriter returns to the area for a free concert of beautiful love songs and folk-pop music that bends boundaries and breaks from convention without the usual clichés.

http://www.jakearmerding.com/about.php

Parking is limited; please carpool and plan to walk up from the borough (about 5 minutes).

As SEPTA phases in its new, modern fare payment and collection system – SEPTA Key – we want to assure seniors, age 65 years and older, that they will be able to continue to ride FREE at all times on SEPTA transit services (Regional Rails).

Pennsylvania residents, age 65 years or older, who possess either a SEPTA Key Pass or valid driver’s license, are automatically eligible to participate in SEPTA’s Seniors Ride FREE Program.

Senior riders who do not want to use their PA driver’s license or state-issued ID card can register and have their picture taken for the new, FREE SEPTA Key Senior ID Card.

I want to personally invite seniors over the age of 65 to my SEPTA Senior Pass event to secure your pass. The event will be held on Thursday, May 4, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at the East Bradford Township Building on 666 Copeland School Road in West Chester.

Appointments are strongly encouraged and are made in five-minute increments. Please call my district office -Eric Roe-at (610) 388-3100 to RSVP.