Good morning, West Chester.

The Chester County Chamber Foundation hosted its annual Summer Solstice at Loch Aerie Mansion where 150 chamber members, community partners, and Youth Leadership Program graduates gathered for an evening of Mediterranean Magic and networking; Valley Creek Productions presented the event with refreshments and a silent auction.

Safe Harbor of Chester County invites community members to drop off pantry staples Monday through Friday between 9:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. at 20 N.

Matlack St to help stock the shelves and support residents facing food insecurity.

Habitat for Humanity of Chester County celebrated five new West Grove homeowners through a USDA partnership that expands affordable homeownership opportunities in the community.

Chester County shelters — including Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester and Phoenix Animal Rescue in Chester Springs — are joining 48 rescue dogs in the first-ever World Pup tournament on LG Channels.

The tournament premiered June 10 and will feature a championship match on July 8 as some dogs await adoption.

Kings Highway, once an Indigenous trail that became a colonial wagon road, has shaped West Caln Township for centuries and still links historic taverns, stone houses, and farms.

Local government preserves its more than 150 historic buildings as new residents embrace the region’s rural-suburban blend.

Chester County is marking America’s 250th birthday with events ranging from an international marching band competition at West Chester University (today) to fireworks shows and family festivals throughout the holiday weekend.

Residents can also enjoy historical tours, live music, and picnics in parks across the county.

Chester County Futures honored the Class of 2026 by awarding the Rigg Family Scholarship to two graduating seniors at a recent ceremony held in Chester County (celebrating academic achievement).

Widener University in Chester will host a Robotics Engineering Summer Camp for rising high school students from July 20–23, offering hands-on lessons in building robots and writing code with university faculty and robotics experts.

Registration is open until July 15 — space is limited and requires teacher or counselor feedback.

AccessLex Institute awarded its first MAX Pre-Law scholarships to four incoming law students, giving each $15,000 as part of a free program offering financial education and law school admissions guidance.

The nonprofit based in West Chester helps students plan for the rising cost of legal education.

Registration is open for Widener University’s Soccer & Swim Camp offering boys and girls in grades K–8 soccer training with college coaches and pool fun.

The two sessions will run July 6 to 10 and July 13 to 17 at Widener University in Chester (full-day and half-day options available).

Simpson's retirement communities in Chester County offer accredited memory care programs that blend group outings with advanced care technology — using HeyAmba — to safely monitor resident health.

The initiative supports active social engagement and timely care for those with memory challenges in a person-directed model that promotes dignity and comfort.

Chester County health inspectors cited three food establishments on June 29 for sanitation issues — including temperature problems and improper storage measures.

Papa John’s Pizza, Arbor Terrace Willistown and Mexican Grocery Tres Hermanos must address these violations, and locals can report any unsanitary conditions.

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.