Inner Nature: Time — reality or illusion?

By Vidya Rajan, Columnist, The Times When his dear friend Michele Besso passed away, Einstein wrote a condolence letter: “Michele has left this strange world a little before me. This means nothing. People like us, who believe in physics, know that the distinction made between past, present and future is nothing more than a persistent, stubborn illusion.” Whether time is real, or whether it...

What To Do: Jamie Wyeth’s ‘Unsettled’ at Brandywine Museum of Art

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Bean Boots by Jamie Wyeth Variety is the spice of life. It is also a description of the special events around the area this weekend. There will be attractions featuring an exhibit of Wyeth art, reptiles, hot rod cars, beads, minerals, mud sales, cosplay, mansion mystery tours, a massive “garage sale,” wines and a Ukrainian festival. The newest...

On Stage: ‘Frozen, the Musical’ comes to Philly

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Frozen It seems that everyone is familiar with the show “Frozen” – whether through films, live performances or songs such as “Let It Go” and “In Summer.” “Frozen” was a blockbuster movie for Disney followed by a highly successful ice show – “Disney’s Frozen on Ice.” Now, “Frozen” is a musical – a lively musical that...

WC East wins county Academic Competition

The academic competition team from West Chester East High School takes home the championship trophy. Picture from left to right: Eliot Rufe, Dr. Brent Jones, RuiQi He, Owen Lyons, Nathan Schlamb, Alex Chen, Brian Schiele, Luke Eynon and Ethan Altshul. On Monday, West Chester East High School emerged victorious over 23 other Chester County schools at the Chester County Academic Competition, which...

CCIU to aid search for new Kennett schools superintendent

The Kennett Consolidated School District (KCSD) has begun a search for its next Superintendent. After four years of dedicated service to the Kennett Consolidated School District, Dr. Dusty Blakey recently announced his retirement effective July 26, 2024. Dr. Blakey expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to serve the Kennett community, stating, “It has been an honor to work alongside...

What To Do: First day of Spring means free water ice, ice cream

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Spring will arrive on Tuesday night and that’s cause for celebration. In 2024, the spring equinox takes place on March 19 at 11:06 p.m. It is the astronomical beginning of the spring season in the Northern Hemisphere and the autumn season in the Southern Hemisphere. With spring on the horizon, the schedule of special events and activities in the...

On Stage: Philadelphia Organ Festival comes to Longwood

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Philadelphia is a city known for its magnificent venues for classical music. Philadelphia is also known for being a city of “firsts.” Beginning on March 15, the city will host the inaugural Philadelphia Organ Festival – and Longwood Gardens is a prime participant. The Festival, which opens on Friday and runs through March 23, invites audiences...

County names McMullin Parks and Trails Manager

Chester County’s new Parks and Trails Manager Andrew McMullen Chester County Parks + Preservation Director David Stauffer announced the appointment of Andrew McMullen as the County’s new Parks and Trails Manager. McMullen moves to this role following 22 years with the department starting as a part-time maintenance worker, becoming a Regional Park Ranger and later, serving as the Assistant Parks...

Are you still a Republican? Find out whether these quotes agree with your worldview

By Rich Heiland, Columnist, The Times Still a Republican? Still thinking about what a vote for Trump or any MAGA candidate gets you? Take a little test. See how many of these quotes really represent you. The Supreme Court has made it more and more likely Trump will go in November without an election, so it’s more important than ever to see just what the Republican Party has become. Is it for...

What To Do: Philadelphia Flower Show in full bloom

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Philadelphia Flower Show There is no need for anyone around here to suffer from winter doldrums. The entertainment/activity schedule features many attractive events in a variety of genres including the final weekend of the Philadelphia Flower Show, Charter Day celebrations, St. Patrick’s Day parades and an array of family-friendly expos. There...