Good morning, West Chester.

The Friends of Chester County Library Spring Book Sale runs Friday, April 10 through Sunday, April 12 with different hours for members and the public, held at the library at 450 Exton Square Parkway – proceeds support local library programs.

Bridge of Hope finished its $9.3M campaign by securing two affordable housing units in West Chester and Downingtown.

The nonprofit boosted rental assistance and cross-sector partnerships *enhancing family stability amid rising housing challenges*.

Craig Eppler, a West Chester resident and founder of Eppler Capital Funds, was named one of the 2026 VISTA NextGen Superstars — he will be recognized at the Awards Reception and Celebration on Thursday, Apr.

30 at Penn State Great Valley Conference Center.

West Chester restaurants encountered delays receiving outdoor dining permits this spring due to a revised accessibility process; as of Tuesday, 22 permits were issued while seven remain pending (owners expect smoother procedures when the borough opens its open-air market next month).

A popular mural painted by West Chester University student Noah Burns in 2022 is at risk as the new owner of the former Friends Association building considers its removal because no ordinance protects it+ Friends Association CEO Joyce Chester has contacted officials, though there are no immediate plans.

The French & Pickering Creeks Conservation Trust unearthed four Revolutionary War-era cannons from the Thomas P.

Bentley Nature Preserve in Glenmoore today after geophysical surveys detected iron objects; the cannons, over 7 ft long and weighing more than 4,500 pounds, were cast at historic Warwick Furnace.

PECO helps residents with high winter energy bills by offering financial assistance programs and flexible payment plans.

Qualifying customers can apply for LIHEAP & the Customer Relief Fund to ease rising costs.

On Apr. 1, NASA scientist Dr. Elizabeth Rampe delivered a free Mars geology lecture at West Chester University, where she explained minerals, planetary history + future Mars missions in a session hosted by the Department of Earth and Space Sciences.

Two Chester County Intermediate Unit leaders received top honors at the PASBO annual conference held March 24–27, recognizing their roles in advancing school business operations.

Joseph Lubitsky received the Gary E. Reeser Memorial Award and Wendy Arters received the David L. Nett Leadership Award for her work in transportation.

Doctors Ken Marx and Eileen Sullivan-Marx of East Goshen have helped patients around the globe through roles in government, academia, and emergency medicine.

They treated Ebola in Liberia, improved care for incarcerated patients in Africa, and aided hurricane survivors in Jamaica.

Inspectors from the Chester County Health Department found food safety issues on Monday at two establishments: Collective Coffee & Bakery in Glenmoore and La Tartine LLC in West Chester.

Violations included improper food temperatures, incorrect labeling, and missing documentation required for safe food handling.

Guided Tour of the Antique Ice Tool Museum

11 a.m. — Antique Ice Tool Museum — Admission by donation — Explore the fascinating history of ice harvesting in this unique museum experience.

Running Home 5K Run / 1 Mile Walk

9:00 – 11:30 AM — Downtown West Chester PA — $25 – $30 — Family-friendly 5K event promoting community support for local single working parents.

Dueling Pianos Show

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the ultimate all-request dueling piano show with high energy and audience interaction.

Laugh Lounge Stand-Up Comedy

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center — $31 – $36 — Enjoy three hilarious performers in a night of diverse comedic styles.

Willy Wonka Jr.

2-5 p.m. — Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center — $18 – $27 — Enjoy a whimsical musical journey through Willy Wonka's chocolate factory filled with magic and music.

Moms & Mimosas Lunch and Floral Workshop

11 a.m. — West Chester Seafood Kitchen — Ticket info available — Celebrate Mother's Day with seafood, mimosas, and floral design in a warm atmosphere.