Enjoy a relaxed morning out with your little one while engaging with art in the galleries. This guided tour is designed especially for adults accompanied by babies. Stroller Tours are offered once a month, each with a different theme.
Hear about this invasive species, the threat it poses to our area, and how you can help prevent its spread on 11/12 at 6pm. Presented by Penn State Master Gardener. Call the library at 610-358-3445 to register.
November 13, 1:00–3:00 pm
Vintage styles adorning royals in The Crown inspire beaded jewelry with a contemporary twist. Representatives from The Bead Garden will teach you how to make baubles fit for a queen. Each class features a different project. Purchase tickets online or call 800.448.3883. $45 per Member. $50 per nonmembers.
Coatesville Job and Career Fair scheduled for November 13th
More than 30 employers attending the event which runs from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
More than 30 local employers are scheduled to participate in the latest Coatesville Job and Career Fair.
The free event will take place Wednesday, November 13, 2019 from 4:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. at the CCIU - Gordon Early Literacy Center, 351 Kersey Street in Coatesville. The Job and Career Fair is open to the public, and candidates of all ages, experience levels and industries are encouraged to attend.
All job seekers over the age of 18 who are looking for work or a better paying job are welcome, but should be professionally dressed and come prepared with resumes.
“The previous job fairs held in Coatesville have been a tremendous success,” said Pat Bokovitz, Director of the Chester County Department of Community Development and the County’s Workforce Development Board. “More than 175 people attended each event and the employers who took part were very pleased with the turn out.
“With the many employment opportunities around the county, it is critical to have regular events like this one where employers can meet with job seekers to match employer needs with potential employee skills,” added Bokovitz.
Employers participating in the November 13th Job and Career Fair include Monarch Staffing, the County of Chester, Chester County Intermediate Unit, USSC Group, Barlcay Friends, Herr Foods, Home Helpers, CCRES Educational & Behavioral Health Services, Interim Health Care, UPS, Careers USA, AGC Chemical Americas, Inc., Krapf Bus, Resources for Human Development, Manpower US Inc. - East Norriton, Seniors Helping Seniors, Genesis Healthcare PowerBack Exton, Comforcare Home Care Chester County, Express Employment Pros, Human Services, Inc., Tower Health, Citadel Federal Credit Union, The Protection Bureau, Advanced Protection Company, Maternal and Child Health Consortium, Autozone, Rite Aid, Forcine Concrete, Rent A Center, Inc., and the U.S. Army.
The event is made possible through the combined efforts of CCIU-Gordon Early Literacy Center, the Chester County Workforce Development Board and PA CareerLink® - Chester County.
For further information about the job fair go to www.pacareerlinkchesco.org or call 610-280-1010.
“Why William Wore Red and Harry Wore Dark Blue: Decoding British Military Uniforms”
November 13, 6:00–7:00 pm
Patrick Baty, color consultant and military and art historian, will help us discover the meaning and symbolism behind the elaborate, even exotic, uniforms worn by the British Royal princes and explain why, indeed, William wore red and Harry wore dark blue. Copeland Lecture Hall. $10 per Member. $15 per nonmember. Purchase tickets online or call 800.448.3883.
Come to the Brandywine River Museum of Art to unwind, mingle and make art! Designed for adults who want to awaken their inner artists, this program will include a hands-on paper quilling activity led by professional artist Ann Martin. Participants will be introduced to the basic tools and techniques of paper quilling and will create a one-of-a-kind snowflake that can be used as an ornament or to embellish a gift this holiday season. The evening will also include an opportunity to view Brandywine’s special exhibition Cinderella & Co.—Three Fairy Tales Reimagined. No experience is necessary. Program fee includes art materials and light refreshments. BYOB!
Young children and their grown-ups hear a story, interact with art in the Brandywine River Museum of Art’s galleries, and make their own creative works in this fun program. Online registration is requested. The Read-Aloud Program has been made possible by Joseph and Diane Packer in memory of Emily Grace Koenig.
Coatesville Job and Career Fair scheduled for November 13th
More than 30 employers attending the event which runs from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
The free event will take place Wednesday, November 13, 2019 from 4:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. at the CCIU - Gordon Early Literacy Center, 351 Kersey Street in Coatesville. The Job and Career Fair is open to the public, and candidates of all ages, experience levels and industries are encouraged to attend.
All job seekers over the age of 18 who are looking for work or a better paying job are welcome, but should be professionally dressed and come prepared with resumes.
“The previous job fairs held in Coatesville have been a tremendous success,” said Pat Bokovitz, Director of the Chester County Department of Community Development and the County’s Workforce Development Board. “More than 175 people attended each event and the employers who took part were very pleased with the turn out.
“With the many employment opportunities around the county, it is critical to have regular events like this one where employers can meet with job seekers to match employer needs with potential employee skills,” added Bokovitz.
Employers participating in the November 13th Job and Career Fair include Monarch Staffing, the County of Chester, Chester County Intermediate Unit, USSC Group, Barlcay Friends, Herr Foods, Home Helpers, CCRES Educational & Behavioral Health Services, Interim Health Care, UPS, Careers USA, AGC Chemical Americas, Inc., Krapf Bus, Resources for Human Development, Manpower US Inc. - East Norriton, Seniors Helping Seniors, Genesis Healthcare PowerBack Exton, Comforcare Home Care Chester County, Express Employment Pros, Human Services, Inc., Tower Health, Citadel Federal Credit Union, The Protection Bureau, Advanced Protection Company, Maternal and Child Health Consortium, Autozone, Rite Aid, Forcine Concrete, Rent A Center, Inc., and the U.S. Army.
he event is made possible through the combined efforts of CCIU-Gordon Early Literacy Center, the Chester County Workforce Development Board and PA CareerLink® - Chester County.
For further information about the job fair go to www.pacareerlinkchesco.org or call 610-280-1010.
To kick off the holidays, Bianco Family Chiropractic (BFC) is showcasing our patients and neighbors at our first Patient Expo at 6:30 pm on Thursday, November 14th at BFC.
This fun, free event will include food and beverage, raffle prizes, massages and holiday shopping from local retailers such as Philadelphia Runner, Salt MedSpa, Clean Juice, LaSapada Hoagies, Paparazzi Accessories and much more!
To reserve your spot, call 484-840-9100 or by our office today!
The UHS Art Gala is an exciting event featuring over 70 Community Artists, UHS Alumni and art students from UHS. Funds raised from this event contribute toward Educational Enrichment Projects which enhance the overall educational experience for all Unionville High School students as well as help fund local community outreach efforts. Go to our website for all the details at unionvilleartgala.com!
Stop by and meet the artists on Friday evening (10/15) from 6-9pm!
Sale continues Saturday, Nov 16th from 11-4pm!
More Show Hours: Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 16 and 17, 23 and 24.
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Heron Art Studios
3100 Mount Road
Aston, PA, 1901
The UHS Art Gala is an exciting event featuring over 70 Community Artists, UHS Alumni and our very own UHS Art Students. Funds raised from this event contribute toward Educational Enrichment Projects which enhance the overall educational experience for all Unionville High School students as well as help fund local community outreach efforts.
Saturday hours 11-4pm!
$15 members and teachers with school ID; $20 non-members
https://www.brandywine.org/museum/events/illustrating-changing-world
To gain notice in an ever-changing world, books must keep up with the times. Join three-time Caldecott-winning illustrator, David Wiesner, as he discusses his strategy for staying current. Featured works will include Wiesner’s creative version of The Three Little Pigs; Spot, a story that is also a computer app; and the graphic novel Fish Girl. The Brandywine River Museum of Art will open at 5:30 p.m. with the presentation at 6 p.m. A book signing and reception will follow. Titles by Wiesner will be available for purchase in the Museum shop.
Don your masquerade attire and join us for a festive evening of Caribbean-inspired and student-prepared cuisine, live entertainment, and opportunities to bid on hotel stays, restaurant meals, entertainment packages, retail gift certificates, and more!
Help raise funds for 32 Hotel, Restaurant, & Tourism Management scholars to represent Cheyney University at the 31st Annual National Society of Minorities in Hospitality (NSMH) Conference & Career Fair at the Hyatt Regency Houston in Texas, February 19-23, 2020.
November 23-January 5, 2020
Discover one of the Brandywine Valley’s most spectacular holiday showcases! Yuletide at Winterthur embraces the warmth and festivity of the season with a magnificent holiday tour of Henry Francis du Pont’s mansion as well as breathtaking trees, dazzling room displays, a magical dollhouse, and the opportunity to shop, dine, and create new memories.
Reservations recommended. Buy tickets online or call 800.448.3883. Winterthur is open on Mondays during Yuletide!
Yuletide at Winterthur celebrates 40 years with the very best of displays from across the decades as chosen by Winterthur visitors. There's something for everyone! Kids of all ages will delight in magical Christmas trees of all shapes and sizes; a remarkable 18-room dollhouse mansion filled with nearly 1,000 miniatures and fully decorated for Christmas; and a display of antique Santas and figures of the mischievous Belsnickel, a gift giver from German folklore who is closely related to Ol’ Saint Nick.
Plan your visit today and experience a full season of holiday magic at Winterthur! For tickets and information, please call 800.448.3883.
Yuletide at Winterthur is included with admission. Members free. Yuletide Tour reservations recommended. Open New Year’s Day. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
Families are invited to join author/illustrator Barbara McClintock as she shares her love of books and illustrating during a fun and interactive reading of her book, The Five Forms. Afterwards, Barbara will lead a creative craft influenced by the Chinese woodblock prints which inspired the illustrations in the book. Best for children ages 3-8 accompanied by an adult. Online registration is required.
The third annual Potts Meadow Holiday Tree Lighting is this Saturday, Nov. 23, at the Barn Shops across Route 1 from the meadow. Festivities, which begin at 5 p.m., include holiday music, hot chocolate and food for purchase from Chadds Café and a special visit from Santa Claus. The actual tree lighting is at 6 p.m. Visitors are welcome to bring a lawn chair to relax around the bonfires. Parking will be available exclusively at the Brandywine River Museum of Art, with free shuttle service to the Chadds Ford Barn Shops. No parking will be available at the shops.
Last Wednesday, August–November, 8:00–10:00 am - starting in Visitor Parking Lot
Explore some of the hotspots for birds at Winterthur. Naturalist and birder Jessica Shahan will guide you through wetlands, meadows, the woodlands along Clenny Run, and outlying areas, such as Chandler Woods and Brown's Woods. These natural areas provide a great habitat for a wide variety of birds year-round. Observe resident birds as well as migrating raptors, warblers, and sparrows. Beginner and experienced bird watchers are welcome. Bring your binoculars! $10 per Member. $20 per nonmember. Call 800.448.3883 to reserve a spot. Free for Winterthur Garden and Landscape Society and Garden Associate Members.
Action Potential Turkey Trot 5K
Join us on Thanksgiving morning, at Garnet Valley High School for an annual 5K race. The 2019 7th annual Action Potential Turkey Trot is an annual Delaware County Tradition!
Cross the finish line before you dine! Join us for an exciting Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot beginning at Garnet Valley High School in Glen Mills, Delaware County, PA. USATF Certified Race consists of a chip timed 5K Run or Walk, a 1 Mile Walk or Roll (wheelchairs, strollers, walkers), and a Kids Fun Run over paved terrain. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Safe Harbor of Chester County, a local organization that provides food and shelter to those in need. Tech t-shirt provided for the first 800 preregistered racers! Refreshments and music pre and post race! Awards ceremony will occur at 9:50am. Awards for the top finishers in each age group. Gift card prizes for top overall finisher male and female.
Learn More
For information on how to register for the race, check out the PDF map of the event, and other resources, please visit the race registration website here. Feel free to contact [email protected] or contact us by phone at 484-841-6154 with any questions.
Patriot's Day
Saturday, November 30th, 2019
10:00AM – 4:00PM
Admission: Adults-$12, Seniors-$10, Children-$8
Join us for our annual Patriot’s Day! Experience the times of the 18th Century and Revolutionary War with Continental Soldiers, Historical Interpreters + Lectures, Children’s Activities, and more!
Location: Brandywine Battlefield Park
An Olde Ridge Village tradition continues on Saturday, Nov. 30, when Santa and one of his reindeer will be making their annual trek to Olde Ridge Village. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be inside Salon Sestra from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. The reindeer will be outside.
Bidding ends on December 2 at noon.
Catalog https://bid.bunchauctions.com/auctions/4-72G36/premier-online-only-auction
Enjoy a glass of wine, bask in the warmth and beauty of the holiday season, and listen to the melodic sounds of live jazz December 4, 11, and 18 in the Visitor Center The Pavilion Restaurant will be open for guests to purchase dinner, wine, beer, fruit, and cheese. The Winterthur Bookstore will be open with a 10% discount offered after 6:00 pm. Members free. Jazz & Wine is included with Yuletide Tour general admission ticket. For those not purchasing a Yuletide general admission ticket, tickets are $10 for entry to Jazz & Wine.
December 4, 5:30–8:00 pm
Cartoon Christmas Trio
Help ring in the jazz series and welcome back Jeff Knoettner on piano, Jimmy Coleman on drums, and Rob Swanson on double bass violin. This trio presents the classic holiday jazz from cartoons, especially the music of Vince Guaraldi, composer of the "Peanuts" soundtracks. While enjoying the music, try a complimentary wine tasting by Colliers of Centreville, featuring some of their favorite reds and whites. ‘Tis the season!
