Hi! I just moved to Malvern (I know that's not West Chester, but it's easy to drive there) and would love some suggestions on good ways to get out and meet people in my age range. I am 24, in grad school, working full-time, and living alone. I like a little bit of everything: sports, board games, and anything that isn't a concert or a nightclub.

I struggle with the idea of how to go out and meet people in their early and mid-20s because I feel like most of us just sit at home and watch shows, games, etc. Any suggestions would be appreciated. If you're also someone in your early/mid-20s in the area, feel free to reach out! Happy to chat and get to know people. Just want to establish some good activities and a social group.

Anyone have a list of restaurants in the West Chester area to avoid that support Trump?

This year, I am making my husband a book of dates. We are on a tight budget this year, so typical dates are out. We enjoy hiking, but we both crave variety. My plan is to make a booklet with a date idea written on each page. We would roll dice to pick a page, and then do whatever is written. That way when we are in the mood to go out, we don't end up in indecisive limbo or suggesting ideas that require too much money.

So where ya'll come in are suggestions for free or low-cost activities (max 20 bucks a person). I want a variety in type and distance. Some that are active and some that are less so. I already have a comprehensive list of places to hike, so I am looking beyond that. I don't want anything that is more than a 2 hour drive one way.

Thanks in advance!

That giant line of cars backing up every morning.

Why didn’t they do the construction in the summer when the population is half of what we have during the semester? It took like 20mins to get from gay st to 202 today.

Anyone know why there are 3 helicopters hovering around the borough?

I’m 24 year old single male from NY have a potential job opportunity in the area. Was thinking of taking it but I would know no one and start from scratch. I don’t know anything about the area and wanted to hear feedback / reviews. What’s the demographic like is there a younger community?

Howdy y’all, back this week with another round of events happening in West Chester and the rest of the county.

Let me know what sort of events you'd like to see next time and I'll make sure to have them added: more outdoor events, family friendly, etc.

If you have an event you'd like to submit for a future post / the newsletter you can do so here: https://forms.gle/jHG6rxz4sUkipcqa8 - as long as I get enough info on an event submission I'll be sure to include it. Thanks!

Have fun out there!

West Chester Events 

Thursday (November 7th)

📲 Brand Story & Content Creation: A Social Media Marketing Workshop | 10 am - 2 pm | West Chester | This event is a hands-on marketing workshop experience designed for entrepreneurs, business owners, and marketers. You’ll leave with: A clear understanding of your brand’s core values, a professionally shot post-ready 30 second reel, a detailed content calendar, and more. (details)

Friday (November 8th)

🪴 Make Your Own Pot Workshop at The Green House | 6 - 7:30 pm | West Chester | In this class you will make a 4" planter which will come with your choice of a 4" plant. The making of the pot, finishing, and planting are all done in one night with super fast curing natural gypsum substrate. These classes are about 90 minutes long and BYOB! (details)

⚾️ “Fall Ball” for Westside Little League | 7 - 10 pm | West Chester | Come out to the West Chester Golf & Country Club for this adults-only night of fun to support the Westside Little League. Expect more hors d'oeuvres than you know what to do with, a 2-hour open bar, DJ, photo booth, 50-50 raffle, and a silent auction. (details)

Saturday (November 9th)

👂 Listening In! Family Concert @ Uptown Arts Center | 4 pm | West Chester | Join Listening In! musicians to experience string quartets (performed by two violins, viola and cello) alongside fun, interactive stories. Children and their families are invited to listen in, dance, and take active part in a musical journey, exploring worlds inside and out. (details)

🤣 Standup Comedy with Joe Matarese @ Uptown Performing Arts Center | 7:30 pm | West Chester | Philadelphia-area native Joe Matarese brings his relatable stand-up comedy about family, fatherhood, and life in your forties to West Chester this November. A veteran comedian featured on The Late Show with David Letterman, America's Got Talent, and The Howard Stern Show, Matarese has three comedy specials under his belt, including his latest release, "Mullets and Mixtapes." (details)

🖌️ Intuitive Abstract Painting with Alcohol Inks | 1 - 3 pm | West Chester | Unleash your creativity at this Intuitive Abstract Painting with Alcohol Inks. The class is perfect for someone who has no experience to someone who wants more experience using a variety of different surfaces and tools. All materials provided. (details)

💀 Grateful Dead Night w/ Local Honey | 8 - 11 pm | West Chester | Break out your patchouli and come out for Dead Night live performed by Local Honey @ Brickette Lounge. Expect epic solos, tie-dye vibes, and probably more than a few people who still think (wish?) it’s 1972. (details)

Sunday (November 10th)

🎻 Pennsylvania Symphonic Winds Fall Concert | 3 pm | West Chester | Join Pennsylvania Symphonic Winds (PSW) for their "Keystone" performance which will feature the works of composers who were inspired in some way by Pennsylvania. PSW is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit dedicated to creating and sharing exceptional musical performances throughout the greater Philly area. (details)

Events Throughout the Rest of The County

Tuesday (November 5th)

🗣️ Phoenixville Social Hour | 6 - 8 pm | Phoenixville | After you do your civic duty @ the polls come out to Bistro on Bridge for a great opportunity to meet new people and learn how to get involved in the community (details)

Wednesday (November 6th)

✂️ Ribbon Cutting @ Sweet Zen Bakery | 9:30 - 10:30 am | Malvern | Join the crew @ Sweet Zen Bakery as the celebrate the opening of their new dream location. Come out for a great opportunity to support a local business. This event is free and light food+drink will be provided. (details)

🎨 Paint Night @ Treetop Kitty Cafe | 6:30 - 8:30 pm | Kennett Square | Have you ever found yourself painting and thought, "You know, all I need right now is 20 cats around me" But you don't want to be the next neighborhood crazy cat person? Here's your chance to support a great cause, get your artist on, and scratch that cat itch (that may also just be allergies, so get that checked). Treetops is a fun environment where rescue cats can mingle with visitors and potential adopters. (details)

🖌️ Boards & Brews at Blondes & Brewnettes Brewery | 6:30 - 8:30 pm | West Grove | Do me a favor and try saying that event name 5 times fast! This is a great chance to create a beautiful piece for your home or get an early jump on gifts for the holidays. One drink is included. Board & Brush will provide all the materials and instruct you step-by-step how to create your own custom board. (details)

Thursday (November 7th)

🍹 Botanical Infusions Class @ Longwood Gardens | 6:30 - 8:00 pm | Kennett Square | Join Longwood Horticulturist Sam Greenberg at The Grove for an unforgettable evening of creativity and excitement as you craft your own one-of-a-kind spirit. (details)

💃 50+ Singles Shenanigans @ Great American Pub | 6 - 9 pm | Phoenixville | Calling all singles over 50! Come out to the Great Amercian Pub for a great night of mingling, dancing and games with like-minded Singles. Live DJ, dancing, games, prizes, and more! (details)

🖼️ Paint & Sip @ The Creamery | 7 - 9:30 pm | Kennett Square | Join Calabrese Arts as you unwind with a glass of wine and create your own masterpiece. The artwork you create for this event will be themed around a pumpkin topiary. (details)

Friday (November 8th)

🎸 Tone Bandits - Rebecca Zimmerman Band - Your Best Nightmare Live at Tuned Up Brewing Company | 7 - 11 pm | Spring City | 3 shows for the price of one! Charlyanne's Showcase is bringing you three different bands of local talent at Tuned Up. Show up for a night of supporting live local music and great food + drinks! (details)

🎤 Firebird Fest fundraiser Featuring The Pvillians & Funks Way! | 8 pm | Phoenixville | Come out to Rec Room and listen to some great local live music while supporting the upcoming Firebird Fest happening next month! (details)

🤘 The Holts live at Liberty Union | 8 - 11:30 pm | Chester Springs | If you've never seen this ChesCo local husband+wife duo play together, do yourself the favor and check them out this Friday. The Holts bring a great vibe to each of their performances. Come out to Liberty Union for some great live music and excellent food+drink! (details)

Saturday (November 9th)

📣 3rd Annual Fall Craft Fair by the Phoenixville Cheerleading Boosters | 9 am - 3 pm | Phoenixville | The Phoenixville Cheerleading Boosters club is bringing us all an opportunity to support local artisans and get a jump on our holiday shopping at their third installment of their fall craft fair. Tons of local handmade goods will be available at this family friendly event. (details)

💉 Low Cost Dog & Cat Vet Clinic | 10 am - 12 pm | Oxford | Angel's Retreat will be offering Rabies, Distemper (DHPP/DAPP/DA2PP), Bordetella (kennel cough), Lyme & Lepto, and Influenza vaccines as well as Microchips for both dogs and cats at Oxford Feed & Lumber. (details)

🧵West Whiteland Township Holiday Craft Fair | 10 am - 2 pm | Exton | This large indoor/outdoor craft fair will host over 70 vendors from local artisans, jewelers, potters, painters and more. There will be something for everyone. Do yourself a favor and get your holiday gifts early, or treat yo' self. Both parking and admission to the event are completely free. (details)

🧺 The Mill at Anselma Demonstration Day | 10 am - 4 pm | Chester Springs | The Mill at Anselma is an independent non-profit historic site open to the public.. Go to see the mill in action during their demonstration day! Hike along the trails, visit the Miller's house or the butterfly garden, find a holiday gift at the gift shop, or if you're lucky purchase some freshly ground cornmeal while it is available. (details)

🎄 Holiday Shopping Flea Market in Oxford | 10 am - 4 pm | Oxford | Come out to western Chester County for a great opportunity to find just about any type of item you could think at this large flea market. Hand made goods, antiques, and rare gifts aplenty. (details)

🧶 Historic Yellow Springs Fine Arts & Crafts Show | Saturday Time: 10 am - 5 pm | Chester Springs | Get your holiday shopping going early at this two-day event with local crafted goods from original paintings and handcrafted works in ceramics, glass, wood, paper, fiber arts, jewelry, photography, and more. (details)

🐾 Paw Print Event at Pickering Valley | 10:30 am - 3 pm | Downingtown | Calling all dog lovers! Each ticket includes a tile for a paw print keepsake, a cookie from Buttercream by Bina (can be painted on site with edible paint) and a professional family photo with your pet. Bonus points (from me) if you come dressed up like the old-school Macy's family portraits (dog must be dressed up too), I will feature you and induct you into the venerable ChesCo Buzz Hall of Fame 😁. (details)

🧁 Wine & Cupcake Pairing at 1723 Vineyards | 12 pm | Landenberg | Move over wine and cheese, a new favorite has arrived. Four wines paired perfectly with 4 Holiday inspired cupcakes by The Cut Bakes. What a great way to spend an afternoon. Check it out! (details)

🇺🇸 Revolutionary Speaker Series & American Flag Retirement Ceremony | 12 - 3 pm | Chadds Ford | Calling all history buffs! Although right over the border to DelCo, we wanted to include this special event happening in honor of Veteran's Day on Monday. The Brandywine Battlefield is hosting a conversation around recent findings at the site and a flag retirement ceremony. (details)

🍷 BarSide Chat: Festive Wine Pairings @ R Five Wines | 12 - 1 pm | Downingtown | Join the R Five wines team for an exclusive wine tasting class dedicated to mastering the art of pairing wines with your holiday feasts. This special BarSide chat will guide you through selecting the perfect wines to complement the rich and varied flavors of holiday entertaining. (details)

🪵 Hayride & Bonfire @ Sugartown Strawberries | 6 pm | Malvern | St. Peter's Church in the Great Valley invites families out for a fall hayride to a bonfire where guests will roast hot dogs and marshmallows while sipping on some fresh cider and cocoa. Tickets are available for $10/person or $25/family. (details)

🏓 Beer Pong Tournament at Victory Brewing | 7 - 9:30 pm | Kennett Square | Pong enthusiasts and former college house party stars, grab your partner and come out to this 16-team tournament at Victory in Kennett. Your $20 entry gets you your first beer and the chance to win some awesome prizes. A live DJ will be there to keep the party going and drink specials will be offered. (details)

🦮 River Dawgs live at Root Down Brewing | 7 - 10 pm | Phoenixville | Come out to Root Down this Saturday to listen to some tunes from River Dawgs, a local band that brings western vibes for an eclectic collection of songs. Come out for some great food+drink and a night of fun. (details)

🎵 Group Therapy live at The Creamery | 8 - 11 pm | Kennett Square | Ok, when I first came across this I thought The Creamery was putting on a group therapy session...and I was oddly into it? Alas, we get something just as good. The BAND Group Therapy will be performing a set on Saturday evening. Come out and enjoy! (details)

🤡 Puddles Pitty Party at Colonial Theatre | 8 pm | Phoenixville | Resist the urge to be terrified by this clown. Puddles has received endorsements and accolades from musical comedy legends like Jack Black, Michael McKean, Weird Al Yankovic, Drew Carey, Nick Offerman and Paul Reubens. His performance is often described with words like "operatic", "one-of-a-kind", and "life-affirming". How does this all come from a 7-foot clown? You'll have to come to the show and check it out. (details)

Sunday (November 10th)

🥞 Rotary Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser | 8 am | Phoenixville | Help support the Phoenixville Rotary Club. Enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast and support a service organization that has been a part of this community for almost a century! (details)

🔵 Bluey’s Brunch @ Hangry Bear | 9 am or 10:15 am | Kennett Square | Come out to Hangry Bear for a fun-filled morning with Bluey and Bingo, kids and families can enjoy a delicious brunch while meeting their favorite characters. There are two time slots available for this event which you can find at the link. (details)

🧶 Historic Yellow Springs Fine Arts & Crafts Show | Sunday Time: 10 am - 4 pm | Chester Springs | Get your holiday shopping going early at this two-day event with local crafted goods from original paintings and handcrafted works in ceramics, glass, wood, paper, fiber arts, jewelry, photography, and more. (details)

❄️ Frozen Meet & Greet @ Handel's | 11 am - 1 pm | Downingtown | Because we all know you wanted one more opportunity to hear "Let It Go," come out to Handel's for a chance for the family to have a meet & greet with Elsa, Anna, and some warm hugs from Olaf. (details)

🎙️ Kids and Teen Open Mic @ Steel City | 3 - 4 pm | Phoenixville | Many of you have talented children, but the thought of taking them to a regular Open Mic Night terrifies them (and you). Only performers 16 & under are allowed. Give your kid the opportunity to shine here. The environment is respectful and ideal for young or inexperienced performers to rid themselves of performance jitters or to prepare for upcoming performances. (details)

I put a list together of events throughout ChesCo each week and email it out every Tuesday. If you want it, you can subscribe for free at https://www.chescobuzz.com/subscribe

That's it yet again! I'll be back next week for another events roundup throughout the county. If you'd like to submit an event for these posts / the newsletter use the form at the top of this post.

Thanks all.

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Gray cat reported found in town. Let's help get it back to it's owner.

This is from the Neighbors app.

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See you at the polls!

Im looking for somewhere with that does half priced wings on certain days or just a wing wednesday type thing. ik that bierhaul does the thing for eagles games, but is there anywhere else in or around town with stuff like that?

Last chance to get involved.

We need help to finish getting out the vote.

If you live in or near Southeastern PA, or know someone who does sign up and help.

Call off work, reschedule your plans, come help stop Trump and you can finally breathe a sigh of relief.

This is the last push we need to defeat him.

He won't be back if he loses, if he wins he won't go away.

We're only talking to Democrats, and reminding them to vote, and telling them where their polling place is.

Its safe, joyful, satisfying work, and it will make a HUGE difference.

If you're afraid to knock on a door, how afraid will you feel if Donald Trump takes over?

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Be a part of creating history, don't pray that the history that is created for you will be one you are happy with.

Where can I go to get an old rocking chair refurbished?

They're on the Quad. Go point and laugh.

Came out this morning amd it stinks. It's getting in my car and everything.

hi there,

would anyone be interested in starting up a queer book club in WC area? i (27f, bi) would love to make more queer friends and be able to celebrate more queer authors than a typical book club.

update: i created one, if you're interested you can join https://www.reddit.com/r/queerlybelovedbooks/

Has anyone had any experience selling vintage clothing, specifically Phillies and Eagles gear, to Jawn Supply? Were their prices fair, etc? Thanks!

Hello again all! A big thanks for all of the positive comments on last week's post. It was my first time posting all of the events I send out on Reddit, and the positive feedback was great.

Halloween is here and we’ve got a whole lot of other good stuff happening throughout the week. I put together a list of events that might help you all plan ahead.

Let me know what sort of events you'd like to see next time and I'll make sure to have them added: family friendly, more live music, etc.

I put a list together of events throughout ChesCo each week and email it out every Tuesday. If you want it, you can subscribe for free at https://www.chescobuzz.com/subscribe

If you have an event you'd like to submit for a future post / the newsletter you can do so here: https://forms.gle/jHG6rxz4sUkipcqa8 - as long as I get enough info on an event submission I'll be sure to include it. Thanks!

I put West Chester events first, and you'll find events for the rest of the county below.

Have fun out there!

West Chester Events

Tuesday (October 29th, 2024)

🎤 Open Mic Night @ Artillery Brewing | 7 - 10 pm | West Chester | Join your host Rob Perna Jr for a night of great music - whether you play it or are just there to enjoy you’ll have a great time (details)

Thursday (October 31st, 2024)

👻 Toddler Trick or Treat @ Treehouse World | 9 AM - 12 PM | West Chester | For those with little ones who want their Halloween fun done in the morning so you can pass out candy, bring the kids dressed in their costumes and search for treats throughout the grounds at Treehouse World, just make sure to purchase your tickets in advance online and bring your own bag! (details)

🎃 Halloween Kickoff Mini Parade @ Everhart Park | 5:45 PM | West Chester | Get your costume on and join the Friends of Everhart Park to kick off a night of trick or treating. Kids will join a small ensemble marching band from WCU to parade around the park showing off their costumes and will receive their first treats of the night at the end of this brief 10-minute parade. (details)

🎉 Kildare’s Halloween Party | 10 pm - 12 am | West Chester | Don’t miss out on a night of fun! Wear your costume for a chance to win $250 (details)

Friday (November 1st, 2024)

🚀 Elton John Tribute Concert by Yellow Brick Road | 5:30 - 9:30 pm | Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center | This Tribute to Elton John serves as a fundraiser for CCOIC! Chester County Opportunities Industrialization Centers (CCOIC) offers no-cost adult education, professional development, career technical education and sustainability for Chester County residents. For every $100 ticket sold, CCOIC receives $55. For every $50 ticket sold, CCOIC receives $10. $100 tickets include 5:30PM VIP entry to the reception with a bar and appetizers!(details)

🔭 Live Show: Webb Space Telescope | 7 - 8 pm | Mather Planetarium | Visit the Mather Planetarium to see a live show on the James Webb Space Telescope. The James Webb Space Telescope, the newest major space observatory launched in December 2021, is designed to study the universe’s earliest galaxies, stars, and planets with unprecedented clarity through advanced infrared capabilities. (details)

💃 Latin Night at Mas! | 8 - 11 pm | Mas Mexicali Cantina | Salsa in the Suburbs is hosting Latin night on First Fridays in WC. Your instructor, Julie, will be teaching a Bachata lesson at 8pm. Afterwards, enjoy open Latin dancing from 8:45 until 11PM. (details)

Saturday (November 2nd, 2024)

🧵 Annual GPAC Craft Fair | 10 am - 3 pm | West Chester | Come shop some local arts and crafts, with over 70 vendors to choose from. Food & baked goods will be for sale, along with raffles for prize baskets. (details)

🪡 Chester County Craft Guild November Fine Craft Fair (Saturday & Sunday) | Saturday 10 am - 4 pm & Sunday 11 am - 4 pm | West Chester | Spend your morning supporting local artists and find a unique, one-of-a-kind gift for yourself or loved one (details)

🌌 Family Astronomy Night @ American Helicopter Museum & Education Center | 6 - 9 pm | West Chester | The Museum’s staff will be having a fun-filled night for ages 3 and up where they teach basic astronomy and participants will, weather permitting, have a chance to do some stargazing. (details)

Sunday (November 3rd, 2024)

🏎️ Cars & Coffee 4 Charity | 9 am - 12 pm | West Chester | Come enjoy a morning of beautiful cars, great company, and community spirit. This special event is dedicated to raising funds for Julia’s fight against Leukemia and supporting the amazing local organization, A Child’s Light. (details)

🍂 Autumn Fest @ Springbrook Farm | 12 - 3 pm | West Chester | Come to the Barn @ Springbrook Farm for a day of fun for children with disabilities and their families. A donation of $5 per child is appreciated to help support the farm.

The Rest of Chester County

Tuesday (October 29th, 2024)

🍻 Brews & Boos @ Suburban Brewing Networking & Happy Hour | 4:30 - 6:30 PM | Honey Brook | Join the Western Chester County Chamber of Commerce for a night of professional networking and a pumpkin painting competition. (details)

Wednesday (October 30th, 2024)

🌃 Spooky Starry Night Adult Paint & Sip @ Calabrese Arts | 6:30 - 9:00 PM | Kennett Square | Create your own starry night masterpiece with a spooky twist. Bring out your inner artist and enjoy your complimentary glass of wine with your purchase of a ticket. (details)

🕵️‍♂️ YPN Halloween Murder Mystery Event | 5 - 8 PM | Chester Springs | Help solve the murder mystery alongside new friends, win raffle prizes, and enjoy delicious food from Montesano Brothers at this event hosted by the Exton Region Chamber of Commerce. (details)

📽️ Matt McGinnis’s Movie Riffing Melee: The Devil Bat | Starts at 7 PM | The Colonial Theatre | Join Matt McGinnis (Mystery Science Theater 3000) and his wonderful assistant, Roxie, as they present the 1940 Bela Lugosi film, The Devil Bat, in which a mad scientist uses a large bat to kill anyone who wears his custom-made aftershave lotion. Along the way, randomly-selected audience members will have the chance to riff against each other in a fast-paced, competitive melee to take home the title of “Movie Riffing Royalty.” (details)

Thursday (October 31st, 2024)

🧘‍♀️ Chair Yoga @ Downingtown Library | 10:45 AM - 11:30 AM | Downingtown | Get your moment of zen with this gentle yoga session, appropriate for all experience levels. (details)

🎤 Live Music @ Vintner’s Table | 5:30 - 8 PM | NOTE: With Halloween, I’m not sure if Vintner’s has any plans to not have their weekly live music on Thursdays, but as of now it is still on. A great way to unwind from the week and escape some of the Halloween craziness!

🎸 Music Trivia Night @ Liberty Union | 8:30 - 10:30 PM | Chester Springs | Come put your music knowledge to the test and enjoy some great food+drink at Liberty Union. (details)

Friday (November 1st, 2024)

🧛‍♂️ Halloween Costume Contest @ The Creamery | 6 - 8 pm | Kennett Square | 1 kid and 1 adult winner will have the chance to win gift cards, and year-long bragging rights! (details)

🎟️ Halloween @ The Fun Dungeon - Costume Party + Prizes + Raffles | 8 - 11:45 pm | Phoenixville | Fun Dungeon’s first annual halloween party gives everyone who comes in costume a chance to win raffle prizes, with epic prizes for those who win the costume contest including a free 3 month membership (details)

🎵 The Proper Hustler’s w/ Sunblind - Live at Rec Room | 8 pm | Phoenixville | Check out two great local bands: The Proper Hustler’s (jam band/jazz fusion) and Sunblind (indie rock) (details)

Saturday (November 2nd, 2024)

🧶 4th Annual Honey Brook Holiday Craft & Vendor Fair | 8 am - 3 pm | Honey Brook | Come check out a variety of holiday crafts from local vendors at this homegrown event (details)

🏃‍♀️‍➡️ Mushroom Cap Half Marathon & FunGi 5-Miler | Starts 8 am | Kennett Square | Join the half marathon or 5- mile run for a scenic and fun run celebrating the mushroom harvest season. Registration up til 7:30 am day of, unless the event sells out. All runners get to enjoy a complimentary post-run beer. (details)

🐶 TLC Rescue Meet & Greet @ Phoenixville Farmer’s Market | 9 am - 12 pm | Phoenixville | Join TLC for the chance to meet your next fur child. Admit it…you can’t beat a great farmer’s market AND adorable pups. (details)

🥾 History Hike @ French Creek State Park | Starts 9:45 am sharp | Elverson | Enjoy a hiking journey and dive into local history with the Berks County History Center (details)

🛏️ Phoenixville Bed Races | 11 am | Phoenixville | If you’ve never seen the bed races at Phoenixville do yourself a favor and come check it out. Imagine Pinewood derby cars…but it’s all adults, and they are in an absolute dead sprint to see who can build the fastest bed on wheels. Risk of injury? High. Chance of laughs? Absolute. (details)

💀 Celebrate Day of the Dead - Movie Night @ Burke Park - Disney's Coco | Starts 5:45 pm | Malvern | Malvern Parks & Rec asks that you bring your own yard chair or picnic blanket. Popcorn and soft pretzels will be available. Arrive early for neon body/face paint & temporary tattoos! (details)

🤘 Appetite for Voltage - AC/DC & Guns N' Roses Tribute Band | 7 pm | Phoenixville | Guns N’ Roses AND AC/DC? Alright I’m in, you’ll find me front row in my pleather pants and glam hair wig. (details)

🎻 Immaculata Symphony Presents: Fall Concert "A Brahms Compilation" | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Malvern | The Immaculata Symphony is proud to present a collection of movements (one from each of the four Brahms symphonies) performed together in a truly unique way. (details)

🤣 Steel City Comedy Show | 8 - 9:30 pm | Phoenixville | Comedians Belynda Cleare, Meg Goetz, James McAliney, & Marcely bring their talents to the mic at Steel City for a night of laughs. (details)

🪩 Halloween Party @ Midtown Social Lounge | 8 pm - 2 am | Berwyn | One more chance to wear your costume - Prizes for best costume and best dancer (details)

Sunday (November 3rd, 2024)

👨‍🌾Good Food Fest @ Kimberton Fair Grounds | 11 am - 4 pm | Phoenixville | The Good Food Fest celebrates southeastern PA’s local agriculture with over 100 farmers and food producers. Enjoy an epic farmers market, live music, food trucks, and culinary demos. (details)

🙋‍♀️ 2024 Power Festival by Phoenixville Women's Outreach | 12 - 4 pm | Phoenixville | Spend Sunday supporting Phoenixville Women’s Outreach, which provides housing and support for women at the Power Festival. Local artists will be performing, an art auction will be held, along with interactive activities/exhibits on women’s history will combine for an afternoon of empowerment (details)

🎤 Live Music @ The Flash: Melody Trucks, Fitzkee Brothers, Gordon Sterling, & The People | Starts 7 pm | Kennett Square | Enjoy an evening of amazing live music as part of the New Phunk Odyssey Tour at The Flash. (details)

That's it for this week! If you'd like to submit an event you know about or are hosting for a future date, use the form in the link above and I'll make sure to add it to the post / newsletter.

Thanks y'all. Have a great week, and a fun Halloween!

Anyone with any recommendations to skilled nursing facilities for my dad that just had heart surgery? Any places to stay away from? Looking around West Goshen area. Thanks!

Does anyone know the setback requirement for an attached garage addition in West Goshen? My wife and I are looking to buy a house and I’m trying to tough out beforehand if this is doable. The side of the house and the neighboring yard is about 20 feet apart. I am wondering if that’s enough to squeeze in a one car garage or if it violates any zoning. Thanks in advanced!!

There are tons of gorgeous parks and preserves but I’m looking for a drive so we can enjoy fall foliage from the car. Ideally would love to drive to some cute coffee shop - get something to go and then go for a nice drive.

Thank you!!

hi! any recs for good traditional tattooers in west chester? thanks!

Our door frames are warped on our 1890s townhouse. Looking for recommendations for a handyman or carpenter who won’t break the bank to replace the frames.

Thank you in advance!