Good morning, West Chester.

Levante Brewing in West Chester will host a release party on Nov.

16 for its popular Philly Dilly pickle beer, a collaboration with Fishtown Pickle Project that includes multiple draft options, Bloody Mary’s with pickle chips, pickle pizza, live music, and a raffle benefiting Hops + Vines for Hunger campaign.

Chester County home bakeries—rising from 16 in 2023 to 28 in 2025—now offer more homemade treats, with stands in Paoli, Downingtown and West Chester.

Devon Road Made by Jacqueline Spain is one example serving comfort food that connects with the community.

Wright’s Barn Shoppes in Parkesburg hosts over 60 antique vendors in a renovated 12,000 sqft barn that offers furniture, jewelry, dishware and more.

A site guide helps visitors find items while a second-floor showroom displays farmhouse furniture and custom orders.

Malvern’s Ksenya Wong, a student at Episcopal Academy, was crowned Miss Philadelphia’s Teen on Jan.

24 at the Venice Island Performing Arts Center and will represent local teens at the Miss Pennsylvania’s Teen competition in York this June & later compete at Miss America’s Teen in Orlando.

Pennsylvania’s Agriculture Innovation Grant Program will reopen with $10 million in funding to support local farmers and agribusinesses pursuing tech projects.

Applications are accepted until April 18 — the number of grantees will depend on interest.

Chester County restaurants provide authentic homemade pasta for takeout and dining in — diners can try tagliatelle duck ragu at Rivertown Taps, seasonal Italian soul food at Rosalie, mushroom tortellini at Sweet Amelia’s and family recipes at Pomod’oro Pizza.

Two Birds Café in West Chester earned a spot on Yelp’s Top 100 Places to Eat at No. 51 after receiving a five-star average from 110 reviews; the family-run kitchen serves breakfast and lunch using fresh local ingredients and its ranking was announced on Feb.

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Ground Provisions in West Chester was named as one of seven plant-based, farm-to-table restaurants in America that focus on sustainable dining.

The restaurant has served local diners since December 2022 and supports local farmers by using seasonal ingredients.

Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream and Yogurt in Berwyn was named one of Pennsylvania’s top ten milkshake spots by PhillyBite Magazine — the shop offers ice cream, frozen yogurt, and fat-free options and serves its renowned milkshakes at 576 E Lancaster Ave.

Chef Francis Pascal at Birchrunville Store Cafe in Chester County has updated his French recipes with Asian influences after marrying restaurateur Nui Kullana (of Thai L’Elephant) and recently opened a ButterScotch pastry shop and cafe across the street.

Erin Matson (22), a Unionville High School grad, was named head coach of UNC field hockey after West Chester University alum Karen Shelton retired following 42 seasons; she led the team to a national title in November and looks forward to guiding former teammates.

America's Sweethearts Concert

4-7 p.m. — Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center — $46 – $60 — Experience vintage close-harmony songs from a trio that brings history and fun to life.

Comedy Jam

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Windish Entertainment — Tickets required — Get ready for a night packed with punchlines featuring talented comedians.

Dueling Pianos with The Philly Keys

7:30 p.m. — Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center — $31 – $36 — Enjoy a high-energy, all-request dueling piano show where no genre is off limits.