Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of November.
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🏘️ Community
Citadel Credit Union donated $30,000 to area food banks and launched a month-long food drive to help families affected by reduced SNAP benefits from the government shutdown—community members are encouraged to drop off nonperishable items at any of the 24 branches.
Donations will support food pantries across Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lancaster, Montgomery and Philadelphia.
🎭 Culture
Longwood Gardens will reopen its popular holiday display on November 21—featuring glittering trees, glowing lights, and gemstone-inspired decor in the conservatories.
The event will include a 12-foot tree with a ruby-red bow, over 500,000 lights, a Meadow Tunnel of Lights, a Garden Railway, and live performances on select nights.
🎓 Education
West Chester University announced the launch of its School of Nursing to begin in January 2026 as part of its 50+ years of nursing excellence—more than 100 alumni, students and staff gathered on Oct.
25 to celebrate the milestone and look ahead to a new chapter in healthcare education.
Sue and Frank Mattei chaired the 2025 Laughs for Literacy event for Partners in Outreach, leading efforts that reached over 200 students and distributed more than 4,000 books—boosting local literacy programs.
The longtime supporters encouraged community members to volunteer and further support these programs.
Immaculata University will host a Fall Open House on Nov.
22 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.—high school students and transfer candidates can visit Villa Maria Hall to enjoy a buffet breakfast and guided campus tours while meeting with admissions counselors about academic programs.
🏈 Sports
After a successful first run this year, organizers plan to double the field to 2,500 runners for the Delco 10-Miler in 2026.
They may move the race to October to avoid a date conflict with the Philadelphia Distance Run—registration will open in January.
🎉 West Chester Events
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West Chester Veteran's Day Parade 2025
2 p.m. — Downtown West Chester PA — Free entry — Celebrate and honor veterans with a festive parade through the heart of West Chester.
Throwdown Thursdays at Más
9-11:45 p.m. — Más Mexicali Cantina — $4 Miller Lites, $10 Marg Pitchers — Line dance the night away with Boot Scootin Becky and enjoy tasty drink specials.
Throwdown Thursdays at Más
9-11:45 p.m. — Más Mexicali Cantina — $4 Miller Lites and $10 Marg Pitchers — Kick up your heels with Boot Scootin Becky as you enjoy a lively line dancing night.
Chester County Craft Show
2-8 p.m. — Sturzebecker Health Science Center — Free entry — Browse through 200+ local vendors for unique holiday gifts and crafts.
2025 West Chester Christmas Parade
5:30-9:30 p.m. — West Chester Lodge #322 — Free — Celebrate the holiday spirit with a festive parade featuring local performers, award-winning floats, and Santa's appearance.
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