Park(ing) Day on Bridge Street

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October 3, 2016 Park(ing) Day on Bridge Street

Park(ing) Day on Bridge Street

On Friday, September 16, volunteers from Meliora Design and KMS Design Group in cooperation with Phoenixville Borough, took over two parking spaces and built a pop-up park for a day.  This spontaneous park was one of hundreds of pop up parks that sprang up on September 16th through the world. Other locals celebrating Park(ing) Day were Coatesville and West Chester. Park(ing) Day is an international effort to provide awareness about the importance of open spaces in urban areas.  Our Park(ing) ... View Article

September 22, 2016 Sean Hannon of Dirks Pest Management Achieves Nationally-Recognized Expert Status

Sean Hannon of Dirks Pest Management Achieves Nationally-Recognized Expert Status

Sean Hannon of Dirks Pest Management Specialist, llc. Achieves Associate Certified Entomologist Status Mr. Sean Hannon was recently certified as an Associate Entomologist by the Entomological Society of America Certification Corporation.  To achieve Associate Certified Entomologist (ACE) status, a pest-control operator must have a minimum of seven years of verifiable pest management experience, the knowledge and ability to pass a rigorous test on insect pest control, a current U.S. pesticide applicators license, and a willingness to adhere to the ACE ... View Article

September 22, 2016

Philadelphia Inquirer Seeking ‘Industry Icon’ Nominees

In November, the Philadelphia Inquirer we will be hosting its first-ever Inquirer Industry Icon Award event. A small group of honorees, selected by Gerry Lenfest and the editors of the Inquirer, will be inducted as “Industry Icons” into our Inquirer Business Hall of Fame. “Emerging Icons” – successful business leaders who have gone above and beyond to overcome obstacles, support their communities, and create jobs – will also be honored. Between now and September 30th, the Philadelphia Inquirer will be ... View Article

September 13, 2016 Mary Foote to be honored at 7th Annual Heritage Award Celebration

Mary Foote to be honored at 7th Annual Heritage Award Celebration

This year the Schuylkill River Heritage Center is honoring Mary Foote, the Executive Director at the historic Colonial Theatre at its 7th Annual Heritage Award Celebration. She has been the theatre’s Executive Director since 1999, and the entire region has benefited from her leadership.  Working with her dedicated group of volunteers, she has transformed the theatre into a gathering place for people of all ages. The Colonial Theatre presents live programs, including a fall concert series and a children’s theatre ... View Article

September 13, 2016 Get Nourished!

Get Nourished!

Thursday, September 22nd | 6PM-9PM at the Philander Chase Knox estate in Valley Forge Park. Come celebrate our first anniversary with a big party in the heart of Valley Forge Park! Join us for an evening of delicious food catered by Robert Ryan Catering and Design, live entertainment, by Rhythm & Blondes, dancing and an open bar! 6:00-6:50: Appetizers and Music by Rhythm & Blondes 7:00: Program/Speakers 7:30-9:00:Music and Drinks Appetizer Menu: Pickled Vegetables with Baby Carrots Baby Zucchini, Green ... View Article