Literature
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Author Who Grew Up Dumpster-Diving for Books in West Chester Tackles Sensitive Subjects in His Writing
West Chester native David Jackson Ambrose, who spent his childhood dumpster-diving for coverless novels behind independent bookstores, doesn’t shy away from difficult issues in his new book, writes Len Lear for Chestnut Hill Local. A Blind Eye, publishing later in April, tackles the sensitive subjects of LGBTQ relationships, mental health, disabilities, “transracialism,” domestic abuse, and…
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Rustin High School Senior’s Essay Featured in ‘A Teenager’s Guide to Feminism’
Karisma Jaini, a Rustin High School senior, has accomplished something that few people her age ever have, as the 18-year-old is now a published author, according to a report from the Daily Local News. Her essay, “To You, Women, I Am Eternally Grateful,” is featured in the book A Teenager’s Guide to Feminism. The book…
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Event Calendar for Chester County Library’s Henrietta Hankin Branch Features Fun for All Ages
The event calendar of the Chester County Library’s Henrietta Hankin Branch in Chester Springs is packed with a wide range of virtual programs that offer fun for people of all ages. In addition to a variety of book clubs, including ones for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as STEAM classes and story…
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A Warm-Weather Tradition Dating Back to 2002, Avon Grove Book Barn Readies for Another Summer
Continuing a tradition that dates back to 2002, the Avon Grove Lions Club has opened the doors of the Avon Grove Book Barn for another warm-weather season, writes Steven Hoffman for the Chester County Press. The barn is located on the family farm of C.P. Yeatman and Sons mushroom company and will stay open from…
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Libraries Extend Beyond the Four Walls of a Building! Chesco Library System Celebrates National Library Week
The Chester County Library System has joined libraries of all types across the state and nation this week in celebrating the many ways libraries build strong communities by providing critical resources, programs, and expertise. April 4-10 is National Library Week, an annual celebration highlighting the valuable role libraries, librarians, and library workers play in transforming…
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Local Teen Wins Same Recognition Once Earned by Stephen King, Andy Warhol
Casey Epstein-Gross, a senior at Solebury School in New Hope, has been awarded a National Gold Medal in the 2021 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, presented by the Philadelphia Writing Project. The honorific has been bestowed since 1923 to recognize celebrated artists and writers while they were teenagers. Past recipients include Stephen King, Joyce Carol Oates, and Andy…
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Local Pastor Pens First Novel That Explores Life-Altering Tragedy
Peter Friedrichs, the pastor at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Delaware County located in Media, has written his first novel, And the Stars Kept Watch, due to be published May 15 by Atmosphere Press. In this fictional novel, Friedrichs poses the question, “Can a couple’s marriage survive a life-changing loss?” The novel introduces us to…
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Chester County Library to Host Virtual Program About Buying on the Internet
The Chester County Library will host a virtual program entitled “Buying on the Internet” on Wednesday, Dec. 2 from 7-8:30 PM. Attendees will learn about the process for finding, purchasing, and tracking Internet items. Some of the challenges encountered when making Internet purchases will be discussed, as will sales taxes and giving vendor feedback. A…
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Chester County Library Receives Keystone Grant Award for Capital Improvements
The Chester County Library and District Center was among 18 libraries across Pennsylvania to be awarded a 2020 Keystone Grant for Public Library facilities by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. Grants are awarded on a competitive basis and pay up to 50 percent of eligible costs for capital improvement plans to plan, acquire, construct, or…
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Berwyn Woman, School Counselor Authors Book That Distinguishes Bullying from Teasing
Berwyn resident Jennifer Licate, a counselor at St. Norbert School in Paoli, has written a book for kids ages 9 to 12 that highlights the difference between bullying and teasing, writes Caroline O’Halloran for SAVVY Main Line. He’s Not Just Teasing is a quick read about Malcolm, who is being bullied by another boy. The…
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General Warren to Host Evening with Artist Adrian Martinez, Author Bruce Mowday on Nov. 19
The General Warren is hosting a holiday arts evening on Thursday, Nov. 19 to give everyone a chance to enjoy holiday cheer and interact with two of the area’s creative individuals, artist Adrian Martinez and author Bruce E. Mowday. “Since the COVID-19 restrictions have been in place, people have been looking for a safe way…
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Did the Mysterious Ticking Tomb Near Landenberg Inspire an Edgar Allan Poe Short Story?
The ticking tomb near Landenberg, a mysterious grave that is one of the most famous and enduring local legends, is an ideal place to visit during the Halloween season, writes Steven Hoffman for the Chester County Press. Tales of the ticking tomb at the small graveyard adjacent to the London Tract Meeting House have been…
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Pennsylvania Library Association Honors State Rep. Comitta as Its Elected Official of the Year
The Pennsylvania Library Association recently presented State Rep. Carolyn Comitta with its 2020 Elected Official of the Year Award. The Chester County Library System nominated the former two-term Mayor of West Chester for the award. For more than 45 years, Comitta has been an advocate of libraries, whether as an elementary school teacher advocating for…
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Local Author Champions Chester County’s ‘Really Wonderful’ Artisan Cheese Community
When setting out to write Stuff Every Cheese Lover Should Know, Alexandra Jones wanted to introduce people to the many wonderful offerings from the local cheese community, writes Isabella Simonetti for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Jones is a freelance writer and manages Collective Creamery. This is a women-powered artisan cheese share subscription that she began with…
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Check Out the Chester County Library’s Virtual Programs and New Event Calendar for October
From storytime for children to trivia night for adults, from workshops on Adobe Photoshop and resume writing to podcast discussion groups, from nonprofit speed dating to a cookbook club, the Chester County Library offers a wide range of virtual programs. To join in the fun, simply register for a program on the library’s new Event…
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Phoenixville Public Library to Host Wine, Wit, and Wisdom with Bestselling Author on Nov. 5
The Phoenixville Public Library invites you to its 17th Annual Wine, Wit, and Wisdom featuring Brit Bennett, a New York Times bestselling author, on Thursday, Nov. 5 from 7-8:15 PM. By purchasing a ticket to this virtual event, you will receive a Gala Box to enjoy at home while watching a live interview with Bennett.…
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Kennett Square Mother Publishes Book of Letters to Her Deceased Daughter
Kennett Square resident Joann Pfeifer, whose daughter Jessica Leigh Pfeifer died eight years ago from suicide at the age of 21, has published a book of letters she wrote to her child as she was growing up, writes Richard Gaw for the Chester County Press. Published by Covenant Books, She Called Herself Jess is currently…
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Honey Brook Community Library to Host Run for Reading Fundraiser from Oct. 3-31
The Honey Brook Community Library will host Run for Reading, a virtual 5K run/walk from Oct. 3-31. The cost to participate is $27, and proceeds benefit the Honey Brook Community Library. Click here to register. Whether you choose to run or walk, or you’re just in it for the t-shirt, you’ll be putting books in…
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