Good morning, West Chester.

Former Camp Saginaw campers in their 70s and 80s have met every Friday for six years to share memories, family news and sports debates over Zoom; about 20 men across the country keep a summer camp spirit alive as they reminisce on bonds formed long ago.

East Pikeland Township blends its Revolutionary roots with modern suburban life as French Creek winds through historic villages, featuring Silver Bridge built in 1869 and the remains of the Continental Powder Works from 1776 - points of local pride that remind residents of a storied past while welcoming new growth.

Local summer events in Chester County include Flight Night at People’s Light on June 3, Wayne Music Festival on June 13, Balloon Festival at Chester Springs from June 19 to 21, PrideFest in Phoenixville on June 20, and a Father’s Day train ride from West Chester on June 21.

AccessLex Institute and Vermont Law and Graduate School are partnering to study an alternative admissions pathway — which may help law school candidates whose potential is not reflected by test scores.

The study will assess the program’s impact on student access and success as part of AccessLex’s Admission Innovation Project.

Tower Health's Phoenixville and Pottstown hospitals reduced their operating losses in fiscal 2026 due to cost cutting and restructuring (with Phoenixville's loss falling to $5.8 million and Pottstown's to $28.8 million) as the system refocuses on specialty care and outpatient access.

West Chester University kicked off its Division II Baseball Championship with a 12-3 win over University of Indianapolis on Friday in Cary, North Carolina — the Golden Rams scored five runs in the first inning and will face UT Tyler on Sunday at 6 p.m.

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 with crowd participation and a mix of genres.

Turks Head Music Festival

12-7 p.m. — Everhart Park — Free entry — Experience a vibrant day of music, art, and community with local bands and vendors.

Silent Book Club Gathering

9-11 a.m. — Matlack Florist - Garden Center — Free entry — A peaceful space for book lovers to share their literary passions.

Hops for Homes Beer Festival

12-5 p.m. — Chester County Art Association — $45 — Sample craft brews and support affordable housing efforts with Habitat for Humanity.

Summer Kickoff Concert with Lenape Brass

6-7:30 p.m. — Westtown Township Oakbourne Park — Free entry — Celebrate America with a concert featuring classic tunes and tasty hotdogs.