Tiiiimmmbberrr. Those perfectly healthy trees cut down on the Burger King property called attention to a pretty big problem. West Chester’s beloved trees are disappearing at an unsustainable rate. What we can do to stop it. Plus, Earth Day events and from motel rooms to dorm rooms, WCU's Schitt’s Creek scenario. Let’s catch up.
Mark Your Calendars: Spring Events Are Here!
If you are actively seeking excuses to be outside, West Chester has you covered with more than a dozen, mostly bunny-themed, adventures to keep you occupied. Here are some of the highlights.
In-house Theater Production Short-lived at Uptown
ICYMI (I did), Uptown Theater did a little soul-searching (and house-cleaning) in February parting ways with both Executive Director April Evans and Artistic Director Carmen Kahn. They also hit stop on the idea of creating professional-level plays in-house.
West Chester Weekly News Roundup: Mar. 17, 2023
Happy St. Patty’s Day! This week West Chester fights to preserve neighborhood charm against the intruding sameness of modern construction. Plus, after two unique performances, Uptown calls it quits on producing its own plays. And discussion topic: is La Scala’s Fire finally going to open at 44 West? Who’s ready? Let’s catch up.
West Chester Film Festival Reveals Festival Poster
This April the West Chester Film Festival is back for its 17th festival. “Community is what makes the West Chester Film Festival so special, and we love showcasing local artists,” said WCFF's Victoria Rose.
Dig in: Community Garden Space Open to West Chester Gardeners
Say hello, to your own little piece of the Borough. West End Community Garden located on W. Gay Street kitty corner from St. Agnes has two spots open this year and so does the West Chester Green Team. “This is a rare and coveted situation!” the community gardeners told me this week.