Three tenors and pianist Jeffrey Uhlig at Tel Hai
On Sept. 10, the Chapel at Tel Hai in Honey Brook will feature a vocal performance by three tenors – Michael Gallant, Mo El Zein and Steven Williamson – accompanied on piano by Jeffrey Uhlig. The program of opera, Broadway tunes and Neapolitan songs will mark the start of a new season in the Tel … Continue reading »
New pastor of Landenberg church believes that religious faith should be ‘More than just Sunday mornings’
By Richard L. Gaw Staff Writer “Therefore let us leave the elementary doctrine of Christ and go on to maturity, not laying again a foundation of repentence from dead works and of faith toward God.” Hebrews 6:1 Pausing over the rough draft of “The Necessity of Spiritual Growth,” the sermon he is currently writing for … Continue reading »
Kennett Township passes hunting ordinance
By Richard L. Gaw Staff Writer From now on, if you want to go hunting in Kennett Township, you’re going to need your papers with you. At its August 15 meeting, the Kennett Township Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to pass Ordinance 195, which establishes procedures and regulations designed to allow local authorities to be … Continue reading »
Finding hope, despite the odds
By John Chambless Staff Writer Sitting cross-legged on the floor, Lauren Giunta leans forward, smiling at her tiny daughter, Alexis. “Hi there,” she coos as Alexis raises one gloved hand to her mouth and waves it back and forth. “She’s blowing kisses,” Giunta says. Moments like these are fleeting, but they are precious. Alexis, 4, … Continue reading »
Gold Award Project helps youngsters learn about healthy lifestyle choices
The “Having Fun! Getting Fit!” summer camp helped children learn about healthy lifestyles through nutrition and exercise. The camp took place at Anson B. Nixon Park in Kennett Square with curriculum that was created and implemented by Nicole Bernstein, an Ambassador Girl Scout with the Brandywine Valley Service Unit. Bernstein, a senior at Unionville High … Continue reading »
Taking center stage
By Steve Hoffman Staff Writer To a person, the members of the Oxford Center for Dance’s performing company said that the experiences of preparing for and participating in a series of competitions this year helped improve their talents considerably. “It’s a good experience to become comfortable performing in front of a lot of people,” explained … Continue reading »
Burton’s Barbershop hosts Mowday book signing
Chester County author Bruce Mowday will be signing his new book on Richie Ashburn at Burton’s Barbershop in Kennett Square. Ashburn is called the “most beloved athlete” in the history of Philadelphia. The signing will be on Aug. 13 from 7 to 11 a.m. The barbershop is at 105 W. State St. “I’m looking forward … Continue reading »
Children making change through charitable chores
By Steve Hoffman Staff Writer You’re never too young to learn the importance of helping others or to feel the joy of giving back to the community. Ninety children from the southern Chester County area learned this lesson through their involvement with a rapidly growing organization called Our Children Making Change.
Learning the importance of giving to others
Giving just feels right. That’s the lesson being taught in two stories that appear in this week’s Chester County Press, and it’s worth repeating. The 90 children from southern Chester County who spent their summer raising funds for local charities certainly learned more about themselves in the process, and the organizations which received their $9,340 … Continue reading »
