Good morning, West Chester.

Sadsbury Township shows its evolving character along the Lincoln Highway, where historic storefronts and quiet streets remind residents of a colonial past even as modern traffic flows by.

The community continues to grow while preserving its small-town charm.

Longwood Gardens offers a Pay What You Wish Day event on Monday, June 22 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in Kennett Square as part of America 250 celebrations.

Visitors will explore 1,100 acres of landscaped grounds with fountain displays, conservatories, and guided nature strolls (advance reservations are required).

Brandywine Valley Symphony will perform its patriotic 'Made in America' concert at Longwood Gardens on Thursday, June 25, featuring a reading of the Declaration of Independence and a program celebrating America's 250th.

Tickets cost $65 for adults and $20 for students and children (including all-day admission).

Blobfest returns to the Colonial Theatre from July 10 to 12 as a carnival-themed celebration of local film history.

The weekend features an immersive screening and run-out on Friday, a street fair and kids carnival on Saturday, and a race series on Sunday (held in Phoenixville).

PennDOT will close Route 282 (Creek Road) from June 22 to June 24 and Fairview Road from June 24 to June 26 in Wallace Township for road base repairs, and drivers should expect detours via alternate routes.

Plan extra travel time for these work zones.

Motorists using the Coatesville Downingtown Bypass on westbound U.S. 30 will face overnight delays from June 22 through July 1 due to PennDOT's milling and paving work — drivers should allow extra time for travel.

Drivers in Caln Township face delays from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. from June 22-26 as PennDOT crews resurface Marshallton Thorndale Road (between Louanna Avenue and U.S. 30) and Embreeville Road/West Chester Road/Oak Street (from Hazelwood Avenue to 1st Avenue) to improve pavement.

On June 18, Chester County Health Department inspectors found food safety and sanitation issues at Kung Fu Tea in Downingtown + Opa Taverna Greek Restaurant in West Chester.

Several other local eateries, including Auntie Anne’s and Mimi’s Tea Cottage, passed the inspection.

Mr. Fox, a playful 1-year-old Rough Collie/Husky mix weighing 38 lbs, is ready for adoption at Phoenix Animal Rescue (in Uwchland Township) after showing good behavior in social playgroups on Friday, June 19; the shelter is seeking a loving home for this active pup.

Bass season opened on June 13 for Chester County anglers seeking smallmouth and largemouth bass; many are fishing at popular spots (Marsh Creek Lake and Chambers Lake) and expect the action to peak through summer and fall.

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.

Disney's Moana Jr.

10:30 a.m. — Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center — $21 – $27 — Experience Moana's journey of courage and self-discovery through unforgettable songs and breathtaking storytelling.

We May Be Right - Billy Joel Tribute

8 p.m. — Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center — $51 – $61 — Experience the electrifying tribute band that brings the hits of Billy Joel to life with dynamic performances and audience sing-alongs.