Thursday March 2
at the Chadds Ford Historical Society
"Walkable Chadds Ford"
Catered by the Meat House
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RSVP to [email protected]
The Chester County Fund for Women and Girls welcomes women representing all generations for a facilitated discussion on how we can work together in a period of history when we cannot afford not to. The public event will be held on Thursday, March 2nd, 2017 at 4:30 PM at Sykes Student Union, West Chester University in Ballroom C. The event will feature light refreshments, great conversation and empowering ideas.
How can women leverage our commonalities rather than stand divided because of our differences? Come take the first step. Lilah Saber, West Chester University student and Juliana Mosley, Consultant will lead the group through engaging activities and intriguing conversation. The goal is to ensure the voices of women of all ages are heard and brought together to move towards progress.
RSVP to [email protected] or 484-356-0940.
Family Promise of Southern Chester County to Host Open House
Community Invited to Tour New Resource Center
Family Promise of Southern Chester County, a nonprofit dedicated to helping families with children experiencing homelessness, is hosting an Open House on Thursday, March 2 from 6 to 8 p.m. at its new Resource Center located at 1156 West Baltimore Pike, in Kennett Square. At this exciting event, Family Promise will celebrate the generosity and support from over 600 volunteers, congregations, businesses and community service clubs.
Family Promise staff and board will conduct tours of the new Resource Center, answer questions, and share the organization’s vision for providing families experiencing homelessness with a path toward a financially stable future. “Every child deserves a home,” said Susan Minarchi, executive director of Family Promise of Southern Chester County. “I wake up every morning determined to fulfill that promise. It’s the driving force behind everything we do at Family Promise.”
The new Family Promise Resource Center, a 4,000 square-foot, three-story building, offers families the resources necessary for rebuilding their lives. During the day, families have full access to a kitchen for preparing meals, computers for securing employment and housing, washer and dryers, storage facilities, showers, and a cozy, safe nursery. Family Promise provides comprehensive case management, counseling, training, and financial literacy guidance at the Resource Center. Every evening for a week at a time, 27 local congregations offer meals, shelter and companionship for up to 14 family members, and host families for four separate weeks per year.
“Our new Resource Center is designed to provide families with all the comforts of home until they are back on their feet,” added Susan Minarchi. “Our volunteers and supporters are the reason Family Promise is able to alleviate family homelessness in Southern Chester County.”
About Family Promise: Family Promise of Southern Chester County is committed to helping children and their families experiencing homelessness in the Avondale, Kennett Consolidated, Oxford, and Unionville-Chadds Ford school districts. Its goal is to help families achieve lasting self-sufficiency and stability by providing comprehensive case management services, as well as shelter and meals through a network of congregations and volunteers until they find sustainable housing. Family Promise of Southern Chester County is part of a national, non-profit initiative founded in 1986 with over 200 affiliates across the US changing the lives of families. To volunteer, make a donation, or provide services, please contact Family Promise of Southern Chester County at www.familypromisescc.org or [email protected].
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Music on the Brandywine
March 2, 7:30 p.m.
Enjoy an evening of music by rising stars of classical music. Pianist Zhenni Li has performed throughout the U.S., Europe, and China. Violinist Katie Hyun has performed as soloist with the Houston Symphony, Dallas Chamber Orchestra, The Philadelphia Orchestra.
Get Lucky this First Friday
Come Downtown on March 3rd and Get Lucky!
Play Downtown Oxford BINGO, shop, eat and have fun!
Pick up a Bingo Card from the Oxford Mainstreet table. Stop at a participating business and fill in 2 complete rows to be entered in the drawing.
Winners announced at 7:30pm
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Pro Sound Entertainment playing tunes all night!
Street Vendors Closet Hooked on LuLa Roe Chris Hocking Mower Repair Damsel in Defense Foresters Financial Services Girl Scouts of Oxford Jennersville YMCA Keystone Animal Hospital Oxford Recreation Authority Potchak ServPro Shiloh Baptist Church Surf and Turf Food Truck Unlimited Wireless Wesley Church |
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The Chadds Ford Historical Society is hosting its 9th annual Plein Air art event called Paint Out Chadds Ford on Saturday, March 4, 2017. Artists from the Mid-Atlantic region will be painting around the Chadds Ford area as well as at the Barns Brinton House, John Chads House and along Brandywine Creek.
PNC Arts Alive First Sundays for Families
Free admission all day to Brandywine River Museum of Art!
March 5, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Find inspiration in the works featured in From Homer to Hopper: Experiment and Ingenuity in American Art while uncovering rhythms within Mende dance, drum, song, and storytelling traditions with Jeannine Osayande & Dunya Performing Arts Company.
| Get the Gardening Basics with Landscape for Life |
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This course is designed to expand your toolkit of basic gardening skills that help establish thriving, beautiful habitats on landscapes of any size. Learn the basics of composting, water management, plant selection and more.Class begins March 8 from 5 PM-7:30 PM Five Wednesdays (Snow date Wednesday, April 12) This class qualifies for continuing education credits. Mt. Cuba Center's Main House (3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE 19707) |
Interfaith Vigil to Stand Against Hate
The Chester County Kehillah (Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia) invites you to join with us at our Stand Against Hate event next Wednesday, March 8 beginning at 5:30 p.m. on the steps of the Chester County Courthouse in West Chester. This is not a political program; but a community-wide demonstration of solidarity in response to the growing number of hate crimes and anti-Semitic incidents across the country; particularly the most recent local cemetery desecration at Mount Carmel Cemetery in Northeast Philadelphia, and the numerous bomb threats that resulted in building evacuations at our local Jewish Community Centers and Jewish Day School.
Wednesday, March 8 at 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Chester County Courthouse
10 N High St, West Chester, Pennsylvania 19380
Creative Escape:
Felted Flowers
March 8, 6-8 p.m.
Unwind, mingle, and make art. Bring a friend and enjoy a hands-on needle-felting activity inspired by From Homer to Hopper: Experiment and Ingenuity in American Art. Includes art materials and light refreshments. BYOB!
Brandywine River Museum of Art
The annual Radley Run Art Show event, also starts Friday March 10 and continues through Saturday the 11th. Artist Karl Kuerner is the featured artist for the show this year, exhibiting along with 50 local artists at the "clubhouse" located at 1100 Country Club Road in West Chester. The show is a curated array of artists that range from abstract to traditional, steel sculpture to clay. It has something for everyone, and the art sales benefit two respected charitable organizations: Community Volunteers in Medicine, and the Chester County Arts Association.
The warm, cozy environment of the clubhouse, with a great bar, delicious appetizers and a friendly atmosphere, make this a particularly enjoyable art event. Friday March 10 from 6-10 p.m. is packed with people and has a party atmosphere, and Saturday is more kid-friendly, showing from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Book a brunch or lunch at the club's bar for a hearty, relaxing treat with the family.
Rock out to music, excitement and artistry as 22 of the finest indoor percussion ensembles from three states compete at the Mid-Atlantic Percussion Society Competition at Unionville High School on Saturday, March 11, from 3 to 10 p.m.
Performing groups will use a broad array of percussion instruments including drums, cymbals, marimbas and sophisticated electronic effects to present their dramatic shows. They are judged on marching and concert criteria with judges evaluating each group’s creativity, expression, performance quality and technical excellence.
The event is hosted by Unionville High School, whose Indoor Drum Line and Indoor Color Guard will perform their award-winning 2017 shows, “The Drought” and “The Lair.” The United Percussion of Voorhees, N.J., an indoor percussion ensemble that has been a Winter Guard International World Finalist for the past 14 years, will also perform.
The units facing off in competition will be from the following high schools and independent guard groups: Rustin, Highland, Methacton, North Penn, Hempfield, Abington, Coatesville, Williamstown, Owen J. Roberts, Ridley, Southern Regional, Bayonne, Bensalem, Downingtown, Hopewell Valley, Upper Moreland, Upper Darby, Cab Calloway, Old Bridge, Spring-Ford and Pennsauken.
Tickets are $10 at the door and an extensive food menu will be available. More information regarding the schedule can be found at www.mapsdrumlines.org
Saturday March 11, from 4 to 10 p.m. is another open-to-the public fun Spring Art Show at Ivystone Studio in Downingtown. With new art and a new executive director, Ivystone is finding its contemporary art niche and celebrating with a 6 hour party/reception. What a great way to spend a Saturday night! 30 artists and counting, music, food, and more- check out Ivystone Studio this Saturday, or all during the week, located at 138 Moore Road in Downingtown. Check their website for their open hours, and definitely check out their latest art party on Saturday.
Christina Baker Kline Author Talk & Book Signing
April 11, 6-8 p.m.
New York Times bestselling author Christina Baker Kline will read from her new book, A Piece of the World, and share the true story behind the novel, which focuses on Christina Olson, the model for Andrew Wyeth's iconic painting, Christina's World. Get your tickets today, this event is nearly sold out!
Brandywine River Museum of Art
Free event open to the public
Reopening of the Gideon Gilpin House
Continental Soldiers
Period interpreters
Historical Demonstrations
Tours of Ring and Gilpin homes
Talk by Alexander Hamilton
We are looking forward to seeing you at our annual Artisanal Tasting Event this Sunday, March 12th from 2-6 pm at the winery. A selection of cheeses from the Chester County Cheese Artisans and local honey from the Brandywine Bee Company will be available to sample, as well as purchase throughout the evening.
This year featuring:
Amazing Acres, Birchrun Hills Farm, Conebella Farm Cheese, the Farm at Doe Run, Shellbark Hollow Farm and the Brandywine Bee Company!
At Galer Estate Winery - 700 Folly Hill Road - Kennett Square
Our Family Concert is a great way to introduce children to a lifelong love of classical music. Join us on Sunday, March 12 at Henderson High School as we look at music from the inside out and discover the building blocks of music: Rhythm, Melody, Harmony, Texture,
Orchestration/Dynamics, Emotion
Program:
Elfman/Arr Wasson – Spiderman
Bernstein – Mambo
Rachmaninoff – Vocalise
Sibelius – At the Castle Gate
Tchaikovsky – Symphony No. 4, Movement 3
Berlioz – Rakoczy March
Elgar – Nimrod from Enigma Variations
Bizet – Farandole
Kids even get to try out the instruments of the orchestra and meet the musicians of the Symphony. Create memories with the whole family!
All tickets are $5, children and adults.
$5 order fee, per order
WINTER WEATHER UPDATE !
WE KNOW WHEN TO LET MOTHER NATURE HAVE HER WAY!!!!
WE ARE RESCHEDULING THE SALE OF MARCH 14 TO MARCH 21
WE WILL STILL PREVIEW MONDSY FROM 9-5
ALSO RESCHEDULING OUR CATALOG SALE OF MARCH 21 TO MARCH 28
Crozer-Keystone Severe Weather Update
Because of the anticipated winter storm beginning this evening and continuing through Tuesday, March 14, many Crozer-Keystone outpatient facilities and services will be closed tomorrow. Get the most up-to-date listing of cancellations and delays of Crozer-Keystone services and facilities during this week’s severe winter weather.
Enjoy an evening at the Inn Keeper’s Kitchen.
Settle in with cocktails, select you seats and observe your dinner being prepared throughout each course.
You must reserve quickly before it is sold out! Reservations are confirmed once payment is received.
Reservations are mandatory and the event closes at 42 prepaid confirmed registrants!
Admission $65.00 per person, which includes Wine and Beer Pairings. Cash bar also available.
Limited seating so RSVP & Pay today using one of three methods
Pay online: https://chaddsfordlive.com/product-category/bpa-of-western-delaware-county/
Mail Check to: P.O. Box 1105, Concordville, PA 19331
Drop Off Check to Sharon Westwood at Garnet Ford, 1610 Wilmington Pike, West Chester, PA 19382
Enjoy 4 Courses plus dessert, all pair with wine and beer
First Course
Scallop with Braised Turnips
Macon Chaintre White Burgundy
Sierra Navada Hop Hunter, IPA 6.4%
Second Course
Pistachio Dusted Goat Cheese with Aruguia
Clifford Bay Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand
Deschutes Fresh Squeezed, IPA, 6.4%
Third Course
Chicken with Almonds, Oyster Mushrooms, Garlic & Black Mission Figs
Fieur Pinot Noir, Carneros, California, 2013
Yards Brawler, Ale, 4.2%
Fourth Course
Braised Short Ribs, Pearl Onion & Potato Hash
Bodini Malbec Mendoza, Argentina 2015
Deschutes Black Butte Porter, Porter 5.2%
Dessert Course
Warn Chocolate Cake
Dow's 10 Year old Tawny Port
Ballast Point Victory at Sea, Imperial Porter, 10%
Coffee, Tea, Decaffeinated Coffee
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)
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 20th – March 31st
Donations Are Critical
The MLK CommUNITY of the Greater Kennett Area kicks off their Food Drive starting March 20th and it runs until March 31st. 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 31st from 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm and then on Saturday, April 1st 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.