Brandywine Art Guide: December Arts & Events

The holiday season is a busy one for artists and art lovers alike. As December opens with a flurry of exhibitions, festivals, and shows, ’tis the season to support our local art community! • The Kennett Square Library opens its new exhibition space with a show from members of the Howard Pyle Studio Group. An Opening Reception will be held Nov. 30 from 5 to 7 p.m., ...

 

Police Log Nov. 29: Jewelry heist, theft from cars

Pennsylvania State Police Media Barracks • State police are investigating the reported theft of more than $10,000 worth of jewelry taken from a home on Graystone Drive in Concord Township. The theft was reported on Oct. 11. A report said the stolen items included a pair of diamond earrings valued at $2,000, a gold chain worth $2,500, a $5,000 gold bracelet, and a ...

Photo of the Week: Lazy Day

Some days are made for rolling in the dirt.

Hank’s is coming back

Thanksgiving might be over, but some people will likely be thankful that Hank’s Place is coming back to Chadds Ford Township. That’s the word from owners Anthony and Katie Young. The iconic Chadds Ford eatery that was flood-damaged beyond repair two years ago is about to be demolished and rebuilt, according to a press release issued by Katie Young. It’s taken longer ...

Adopt-a-Pet Nov. 27

The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Bubby Meet Bubby, a 4-year-young beauty, the world’s sweetest cat who lost her previous home due to no fault of her own. She has lived with dogs and cats before and is ready to find her purrfect match today. You can name your adoption fee for Bubby through Sunday, Dec. 3. ...

‘Tis the season

Thanksgiving is the traditional start of the winter holiday season. As such, it’s the start of some holiday traditions shown here in photos. Brandywine River Museum of Art Olde Ridge Village Kennett Square Holiday Parade

Business Briefs Nov. 24

• The next meeting of the Chadds Ford Business Association is set for noon on Thursday, Dec. 7. It’s the annual holiday luncheon held this year at Antica. Go here to RSVP. • The Business and Professional Association of Western Delaware County is holding it’s holiday party at Concord Country Club, 1601 Wilmington Pike, on Wednesday, Dec. 13 at 6 p.m. It’s billed as an ...

Around Town Nov. 23

• The Kennett Square Holiday Light Parade is scheduled for this Saturday, Nov. 25, from 6:15 to 8 p.m. Enjoy floats and vehicles festooned with lights, dancers, a DJ playing holiday tunes, the traditional Christmas tree lighting, and of course, Santa and Mrs. Claus. The parade will once again start at the intersection of South Broad and East Cypress, then travel ...

Road Report for Nov. 25 through Dec. 1

PennDOT has announced the following weather-dependent road projects that could affect drivers in the greater Chadds Ford area from Nov.18 through Nov. 24. Motorists are urged to allow extra time traveling through one of the construction zones. Work schedules are subject to change. • Utility work will cause lane closures on Baltimore Pike between Schoolhouse Lane and ...

SPCA holiday adoption event

Hundreds of pets in the four-state area will be looking for homes for the holidays as part of Brandywine Valley SPCA’s (BVSPCA) December Mega Adoption Event® in partnership with Petco Love, BOBS from Skechers® and Discover. The winter event will be held at all BVSPCA locations along with nine other regional participating shelters on Dec. 9 and 10 from 11 a.m. to 5 ...

Police Log Nov. 22: Shoe thefts, drug possession

Pennsylvania State Police Media Barracks • Police are investigating a reported burglary on Running Spring Lane in Concord Township. Police said the residents discovered the burglary at 5:30 p.m. on Nov. 16. The report didn’t mention what was taken. • Two women from Delaware were arrested for shoplifting an estimated $525 worth of shoes from DSW Shoes in Concord ...