Plantation Field gears up for even bigger 2014 event

Although the 2013 version was a can’t miss event, organizers say that the 2014 Plantation Field International Horse Trials will be even bigger and better in 2014. EAST MARLBOROUGH — The Best. Event. Ever. will be bigger and better than ever before as Plantation Field International Horse Trials celebrates the seventh year of its fall CIC3* competition in Unionville, the weekend of September...

On Stage: Blanton’s Blue Ridge roots thrived in Philly

Pair of singer/songwriter to pair up for benefit at Chaplins, Friday By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Carsie Blanton, who is performing July 19 at the Ardmore Music Hall, is a talented singer-songwriter whose music spans a variety of genres. She is also adaptable when it comes to finding a place to call home. Blanton grew up in the Blue Ridge Mountain area in Virginia, moved to Oregon...

Cosby to perform benefit at The Lincoln University, July 19

Bill Cosby LINCOLN UNIVERSITY—Comedian, actor and philanthropist Dr. William  “Bill” Cosby, Jr. will be performing live in concert to benefit The Lincoln University’s first-ever $10 million The Students First Campaign for student scholarships on Saturday, July 19 at its International Cultural Center. Over the past year, Cosby, who also serves as General Chair of The Students First Campaign,...

Lands trust announces ExploreNLT mobile app

Natural Lands Trust recently announced the launch of its new mobile app, ExploreNLT. The free app includes interactive trail maps, activities, events listings, and easy sharing of photos to Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Natural Lands Trust’s goals when designing the app were to help introduce new audiences to the organization’s network of nature preserves, provide a more educational and...

County, state, and US Chambers support Costello

Chester County, PA, US Chambers of Business and Industry announce support By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times Ryan Costello addresses the small gathering at Victory Brewing. DOWNINGTOWN – The Chester County, Pennsylvania, and US Chambers of Business and Industry announced their support of Republican Congressional Candidate Ryan Costello at a press conference on Tuesday.

Rotary donates $1,200 to new Downingtown library

Francine Dague, a member of the Dowingtown Library’s Board of Directors, accepts a $1,200 check from the Thorndale-Downingtown Rotary, toward the building of the new library. DOWNINGTOWN — Last week, the Rotary Club of Thorndale-Downingtown made a donation of $1,200 to support the new home of the Downingtown Library. The funds will be used for the purchase and renovation of the Library’s...

Did you make your hygienist smile today?

Dental hygienists are the first line of defense in dental health By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times Too often in the closely scheduled day in dental practice we neglect to thank those people who we really can’t do without. The modern dental practice depends heavily on the services provided by registered dental hygienists. A great dental hygienist is a tremendous advocate...

No fun things to do mid-week? Wrong.

New and old music venues offer summer options even during the week By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Procol Harum (including lead singer Gary Brooker, pictured) headlines at Sun Center’s “Starlight Summer Concert Series” July 17, just one of many great music opportunities available mid-week. There are a lot of things to like about summer. If you’re a music fan, you’re sure to...

Art Watch: David Katz’s bold and beautiful flying chairs

Plus RockDraw, Fantasy & Abstract, & painting in Longwood By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times Oil painter David Katz will be showing his big, bold and beautiful artwork at Galer Estate Winery Pop up show Thursday July 17th.  David works on very large handmade canvases and paints whatever interesting series of images pop into his head. He starts with a large gessoed canvas and then positions...

Keystone FCU recognizes ‘star’ students

WEST CHESTER — Keystone Federal Credit Union announces the winners in the Seventh Annual “Shining Star” Awards.  The award was created to recognize students who have shown a noticeable improvement in academic performance, extra-curricular involvement, attendance, and classroom conduct throughout the school year. “Shining Star” winners each received a $200 share certificate and a trophy...