Good morning, West Chester.

Paul B. Redman, president and CEO of Longwood Gardens, was inducted into the Chester County Hall of Fame at Longwood Gardens where over 400 local business and community leaders gathered to honor his work in a $500 million expansion—marking a milestone in the garden’s history and its benefit to the community.

Valerie Dougherty at Safe Harbor has led a new shift toward whole-person care that gives residents trauma support, life skills training, and medical help besides shelter.

The shelter—serving up to 20 men and 20 women—provides weekly case management and a therapeutic day program to help people build long-term stability.

Kennett Square native Justin Best, a 2024 Olympic gold medalist, will speak at Drexel’s graduation for the Class of 2025 on June 12 at Citizens Bank Park—he is the first Drexel alum to win Olympic gold—bringing a proud local achievement.

Freedom Village at Brandywine has introduced the Happiness Program—an interactive light-based tool that turns common rooms into joyful spaces for residents in skilled nursing and memory care.

The program features over 140 motion-based games and sensory activities and is used in group sessions, one-on-one, and bedside care to engage residents who would not normally participate.

Chester County breweries offer craft beer, seasonal brews and pub food for summer days.

Malvern’s Locust Lane Craft Brewery, Sly Fox Brewing and La Cabra Brewing present varied menus & keep their patios lively for locals.

Hops for Homes Beer Festival

12-5 p.m. — Chester County Art Association — Cost info not specified — Celebrate local brews and bites at the annual Hops for Homes festival.

Music at Marshall Square Park 2025

5-8:30 p.m. — Marshall Square Park — Free entry — Enjoy live music, food trucks, and fun activities for the whole family.

Eagles Youth Football Academy in West Chester

9:00 – 11:30 AM — Bayard Rustin High School — Free — Kick off your summer with the Philadelphia Eagles Youth Football Clinic at Rustin High School.

Fourth of July Celebration

Time to celebrate our freedom and independence — July 2-8 — Philadelphia / West Chester KOA Holiday — Free entry — Enjoy festivities in the historic spirit of Philadelphia.