Events & Fundraisers
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15 Years In the Making, Coatesville Velodrome GroundBreaking Set for This Year
Groundbreaking for the National Sports and Events Center in Coatesville is set for this year and is expected to generate more than 240 jobs for the area, reports The Daily Local News. The nearly $80 million project has already been 15 years in the making, and officials hope to complete it in time for the…
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WCU’s Incomparable Golden Rams Marching Band Selected to Perform in the 2024 Rose Parade
The West Chester University “Incomparable” Golden Rams Marching Band will again represent West Chester University and the greater Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) on the international stage when they become the first marching band within the PASSHE system to march in the iconic 135th Rose Parade presented by Honda on Monday, Jan. 1,…
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Be an Ice Sculpture Sponsor for Media’s First-Ever Ice on State
The Media Business Authority (MBA) is inviting companies, organizations, and individuals to sponsor an ice sculpture for its’ first-ever ICE ON STATE in Media Borough taking place Saturday, Jan. 14, and Sunday, Jan. 15. The event will bring shoppers and diners to downtown Media during a time that is typically a post-holiday lull. Customized ice…
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Coatesville Middle School Robotics Team Ready to Bring Cyborg Skills to State Finals
The Coatesville Middle School robotics team is taking its talent to the state finals, reports The Daily Local News. On Dec. 3, the Raiderbots-3 came out on top after competing against sixteen others. Now, the team is getting ready to compete in the bionic competition on Jan. 28 at Chestnut Hill Academy. The club of…
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Chaddsford Winery Murder Mystery Goes Virtual With a Tasty Twist
Nothing is paired better with a murder mystery than a glass of wine. The Chaddsford Winery’s virtual “Wine Heist” murder mysteries will be every Friday night this upcoming January, writes Maggie Mancini for PhillyVoice. A $100 pass can get six bottles of vino to sip on while you ponder the person behind the crime.…
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Although the Exton Square Mall May Be Dying, the Spirit of Santa Claus Lives On
While malls might slowly be dying, visiting Santa Claus each winter is one of the traditions that still keeps the holiday spirit thriving in places like the Exton Square Mall, writes Alexandra Lange for Bloomberg. The first department store Santa appeared in Massachusetts in 1890 and has evolved over the decades to be the jolly-making,…
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Fans of TV’s ‘Friends’ Can Explore Its Sets Firsthand in King of Prussia in February
An upcoming exhibit of sets from the NBC hit Friends is coming to the King of Prussia Mall in February 2022. Richard C. Kraus covered the event for WBRE/WYOU, Scranton, Wilkes Barre. The traveling sets are in honor of the 25th anniversary of the show, which ran on NBC from September 1994 to May 2004.…
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WCU’s Incomparable Golden Rams Marches to 2024 Rose Parade
West Chester University’s marching band is known for its innovation. In recent years, eclectic performances have helped the Incomparable Golden Rams stand out in the crowd — literally, writes Susan Snyder for The Philadelphia Inquirer. A few years back, 40 members of the over 300-student band performed sitting in the audience before starting the show. This…
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Lancaster County’s Seasonal Offerings Extend beyond Dec. 25, Enabling a Great Cure for Post-Holiday Slump
The annual run-up to Christmas is so active (often too active) that when it’s over, a post-holiday slump can set in. With no more gifts to open, a Christmas roast devolving into leftovers, and a tree that’s shedding needles by the hour, it’s easy to think: Is that all there is? But the seasonal opportunities…
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Lancaster County’s Seasonal Offerings Extend beyond Dec. 25, Enabling a Great Cure for Post-Holiday Slump
The annual run-up to Christmas is so active (often too active) that when it’s over, a post-holiday slump can set in. With no more gifts to open, a Christmas roast devolving into leftovers, and a tree that’s shedding needles by the hour, it’s easy to think: Is that all there is? But the seasonal opportunities…
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Attested by Attendees, Malvern Bank’s Gainful Giving Seminar Solidifies Philanthropic Ways of Aiding Others
Earlier this month, Malvern Bank hosted Laura Fredricks, an international consultant, speaker, and best-selling author, for its “Gainful Giving: A Charitable Giving Seminar.” Attendees included nonprofits, donors, and clients who wanted to learn more about different philanthropic giving vehicles, and how these vehicles can be used to make charitable gifts that may help for family…
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Uptown! Shares the Joy with Theatre, Music, Movies, Holiday Themed Cocktails and More
Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center is celebrating the holiday season with theatre, music, and film throughout the month of December. The Chester County performing arts destination will welcome audiences and warm hearts with a funny and heartfelt play that honors the meaning of the season; a big band ode to the most wonderful time of…
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Exton Family Shocked by Increases in Wedding Costs
Cheryl and Jim Alexander, an Exton couple who have married off four children, found themselves shocked at how much wedding costs have gone up in the last two years, writes Kim Douglas for the Main Line Today. The latest family wedding was for one of their daughters in July 2022 at The Washington at Historic…
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Chester County History Center Offers Festivities, Family Fun Throughout This Weekend
The Chester County History Center offers a variety of festivities available throughout this weekend and the days following for visitors to enjoy. Festive Family Fun Day Saturday, 12/10 at 10 AM—1PM ‘Tis the season for creating wonderful crafts to give as gifts or hang in a special place at home. CCHC staff will guide visitors…
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A Tale of Two Shows – Upper Main Line YMCA Brings the Magic of Theater to Budding Performers
Performing in front of a crowd is both intimidating and thrilling. Yet many will never know that thrill because breaking into the theater scene is challenging if you don’t start training at a young age. The team at UMLY Performing Arts Company, part of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine, is changing the narrative. Directors, choreographers and performers have…
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Chester County Library to Host 11th Annual Holiday Craft Fair This Saturday
Make it a homemade holiday! This is the busiest time of year. Family gatherings and finding the perfect gift for loved ones can be frustrating and stressful. With time being a precious commodity, the Chester County Library is the perfect destination to find all of your family entertainment, holiday de-stressors, and party planning ideas, as…
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Kildare’s Irish Pub Holds World Cup Watch Party for West Chester Soccer Fans
Kildare’s Irish Pub in West Chester hosted a newsworthy watch party for the U.S. Men’s Soccer Game against England, reports Alyana Gomez for 6ABC. Driving crowds from all over the county, the pub was already at capacity before the game started. “I came in at 11 o’clock this morning, there were already 100 people here,”…
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Chesco Friends Put on Their PJs for Festive Ocean City Shopping Extravaganza
Move over Black Friday! Downtown Ocean City’s annual “Earlier Than the Bird” tradition gives shoppers good deals while in their pajamas, writes Maddy Vitale for OCNJ Daily. Friends and colleagues at a Downingtown School made the excursion to New Jersey’s beach city Nov. 19 in order to catch the worm. From 8 AM to…
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