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Oxford Feed & Lumber: Merino selected A celebration 100 years to fill vacancy on in the making Kennett Square

By Steven Hoffman Staff Writer The Drennen family is not known for seeking the spotlight. In fact, quite the opposite is true.

But on May 2, the spotlight shined brightly on the Drennens and their business, Oxford Feed & Lumber, as the Oxford community came together to celebrate a very special milestone.

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Drennen family’s involvement with the business. In 1919, Lawrence C. Drennen was hired as a bookkeeper at the Oxford Grain & Hay Company, which operated out of the historic red brick mill near the railroad tracks in the heart of Oxford.

“Our family considers that to be the start of our involvement with the business,” explained Larry Drennen, Jr., who now runs Oxford Feed & Lumber with his brother, Chris, and their father, Larry, Sr. After getting his start as a bookkeeper, Lawrence C. Drennen became a partner in the Oxford Grain & Hay Company by the 1940s. That was around the same time that his two sons, Donald and Larry, joined him in the business.

Today, Oxford Feed & Lumber is the oldest continuously operating business in the Oxford area and the

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Larry Drennen, Sr., with two sons, Chris and Larry, Jr., at one of the centennial celebration events last week.

second-oldest Purina dealer in the entire United States.

It has, through the decades, evolved into a family business—but the family isn’t just the Drennens, but rather all the vendors, employees, and customers who have played a part in the company’s long and successful history.

In the program for the centennial celebration, the Drennen family wrote, “Our family is extremely fortunate to have very loyal customers, dedicated and skilled employees, and supportive communities that appreciate the latest innovative products at yesterday’s per-

sonalized service standards.

We are ever so grateful for these keys to our business longevity.”

At the centennial celebration, a number of local officials, including State Sen. Andy Dinniman, State Rep. John Lawrence, County Commissioner Terence Farrell, and Oxford Borough Mayor Lorraine Bell talked about Oxford Feed & Lumber’s dedication to providing quality customer service to residents in the area, as well as the company’s ongoing commitment to supporting the community year after year.

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CHOP facility coming to old Sears Hardware building

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The former Sears Hardware building on Route 1 in East Marlborough Township is on its way to housing the CHOP (Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia) medical center, which is currently located about half a mile down the road.

Supervisors Chairman John Sarro called the approval of the conditional use petition “good

news” because the center’s present location is often crowded with too many cars. The parking lot at the new location has spots for 91 vehicles.

The board spent a significant portion of its May 6 meeting discussing conditional use requests. These procedures are lengthy, detailed and tedious. They are required when the potential facility occupant’s use does not conform exactly to current zoning, or is not the same as that of the previous owner.

The 9,000-square-foot CHOP center will serve medical needs of youth from birth to 18 years old, and will be in the old Sears building only.

It will not displace the Pet Valu store adjacent to it.

There were 21 conditions set forth by the supervisors, ranging from construction of a crosswalk to installation of a sprinkler system and a method of disposal for medical waste.

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Kennett Square Borough officials selected Lorenzo Merino to fill a vacancy on borough council during a meeting on Monday night.

Merino, a banker with a strong background in finance, will serve on council for the remainder of the year. The vacancy that Merino is filling was created when Wayne Braffman formally tendered his resignation at a council meeting on April 15. Braffman’s term was set to expire at the end of this year. Merino was already seeking to win a seat on council in the upcoming election before the vacancy came up.

The decision to appoint Merino was anything but easy for the six borough council members—Doug

Doerfler, LaToya Myers, Jamie Mallon, Brenda Mercomes, Ethan Cramer, and Peter Waterkotte.

The difficulty started with the number and the quality of candidates who applied to fill a vacancy.

“We received a number of applications and we thank each person who applied,” Doerfler, the council president, said.

Mallon noted that all five candidates were strong, and each one offers something different that council could benefit from.

How strong were the candidates?

When Doerfler asked for his colleagues to make their nominations to fill the vacancy, one wellknown and well-liked resident who applied for the position didn’t even earn a nomination. There Continued on Page 6A

Penn Township Park plans progressing

By Marcella Peyre-Ferry Staff Writer The Penn Township Board of Supervisors discussed a conceptual plan for the township’s new active recreation park at their meeting on May 1.

The conceptual plan will be the basis for grant applications that will fund the project.

The conceptual design for the park along Route 796 near Ewing Road includes three baseball fields with a multi-purpose field overlapping the outfields, as well as three additional multi-purpose fields and several areas that will be suitable for basketball courts, pickle ball, or other activities. A 10-foot-wide multi-purpose trail along the perimeter will feature a hard surface, making a portion of the route, where there are less steep slopes, ADA-accessible. Playing

fields are being designed for artificial turf, but when the project goes to bid, they may be constructed as grass fields instead.

Access to the complex would be from Ewing Road.

There will be 260 parking spaces, and a smaller parking area will be accessed from Route 796 for users of the smaller court areas.

There was discussion of the traffic impact of the park. One question was the potential need for a traffic light at the intersection of Route 796 and Ewing Road, but a traffic circle may be a more likely solution.

“This is a prime place to put a park because of the intersection to the (Route 1) Bypass,” explained Curtis Mason, the chairman of the Board of Supervisors. “You can’t not build a place for kids because there’s too much traffic. This is way more open space and less Continued on Page 2A

‘The Kennett Run has become a third-generation race’

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Kennett Run Charities, Inc. thanks longtime sponsors

By Richard L. Gaw Staff Writer On the eve of the 30th annual Kennett Run on May 11, Kennett Charities, Inc. recognized several businesses for their longtime contribution to the race that has raised more than $1 million for local charitable organizations since it began

in 1989.

President of Kennett Run Charities, B. Christopher Daney, provided an update of the progress the organization made as a result of last year’s race, which saw more than 600 runners brave persistent rain.

“We raised more than $109,000 from sponsorships, corporate

contributions and race runner fees,” Daney said. “We gave $66,000 back to nonprofits in the community, about $20,000 more than we gave back in 2017.”

Daney said that Kennett Charities, Inc., also contributed an $18,000 grant that went toward trail improvements in Anson B. Nixon Park that included land-

scaping, asphalt paving and the elimination of erosion and drainage problems, “that improve the quality of the grounds for everyone to use, year round, and we could not do this without the support of our sponsors,” he said.

Race Director JJ Simon handed out several plaques that recognized businesses

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firm of Perna and Abracht, LLC; and Sinton Air Conditioning and Heating.

Simon also said that the Kennett Run is providing 43 free registrations to this year’s race to the following organizations: The Kennett Consolidated School District’s Win in Knowledge and After the Bell programs; La Communidad Hispana and the Garage Community & Youth Center.

“Small towns do not have races that last 30 years very often,” Simon told the sponsors. “Boston, New York and London can have races that last hundreds of years, but Kennett Square has had

the same race and the same name for the same reason for three decades.

“This is a race where you have a woman runner who ran the race when she was a kid with her own mother, and who now has a kid of her own who is also running the race,” he added. “The Kennett Run has become a third-generation race, and we’re going to make it a fourth- and fifth-generation race.”

Camp Dreamcatcher Founder Patty Hillkirk and Filomena Elliott, the Adult Literacy Director for the Kennett Library, spoke in praise of the contributions Kennett Run Charities, Inc., has made to their two entities.

“The day before camp last

year, I had trouble opening the garage door, and when we finally got it open there was three feet of water, and we lost $9,000 worth of supplies,” Hillkirk said. “I really appreciated the grant we received from Kennett Charities to help us replenish those supplies.”

“Your generous contribution helps me to buy GED books, workbooks for ESL students learning to use English and American citizen preparation materials,” Elliott said. “It’s very important for people to communicate and use these materials throughout our community.”

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The Kennett Run Charities, Inc., Board of Directors hosted a luncheon at Two Stones Pub in Kennett Square on May 2 that recognized some of the businesses that have made long time financial contributions to the annual Kennett Run, which will be held on May 11.

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impact than any other kind To contact Staff Writer of use.”

Funding for the conRichard L. Gaw, email struction is hoped to be rgaw@chestercounty.com. supplemented by grants.

An application is being prepared for a Greenways and Trails Grant, which is due

by May 31.

“We’re going to try to build it as cheaply as possible without using taxpayer dollars,” Mason said.

Mason stressed that the fields would be operated on a “pay to play” basis.

The township plans to hire a management company to handle field scheduling and operations at the park.

In other business, the board reaffirmed its position to not release building permits for any lots in the Roseview subdivision until additional escrow money is in place, and a checklist of infrastructure items is

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Bell said that the Drennens “give to the community, and they give from their hearts.”

County Commissioner Terence Farrell agreed saying, “It really is amazing.

You’ve given so much to Oxford.”

Farrell noted that when he first purchased an apartment building in downtown Oxford, he didn’t just get supplies from Oxford Feed & Lumber, he was also able to get valuable construction advice for the projects that needed to be completed.

It’s that kind of service that Oxford Feed & Lumber has been built on, year after year, under business conditions that are constantly changing.

Everyone was in a festive mood at the centennial celebration, which was just one of a few different events that took place last week to honor customers, employees, and vendors of Oxford Feed & Lumber. As guests arrived, one member of the Drennen family or another greeted them and thanked them for coming.

In addition to a number of guest speakers, the centennial celebration featured a dinner that was catered by the SawMill Grille and beverages provided by the Bog Turtle Brewery and Wayvine Winery. Buzz Tyson, the executive director of the Lighthouse Youth Center, delivered the pre-meal prayer. Ben Sessions, from the Oxford Arts Alliance, played music throughout the evening. Dave Martin, of Bradley Caldwell Industries, shared the emcee duties with Oxford Area Chamber of Commerce executive director Chris Grove.

Martin explained that he started doing business with Oxford Feed & Lumber around 1998. Not long after, the Purina Company brought the idea of opening up an America’s Country Store to the Drennens. It took about 18 months of planning, but the store became a reality in 2000.

“Things haven’t stopped happening here since,” Martin explained, referencing the fact that the company expanded to add a second feed location in Unionville in 2005. That’s when the Drennens bought Hess Mills and renamed it Unionville Feed and Pet. In 2007, they opened a pet food boutique store in Jenner’s Village. Then, in 2012, they purchased Ace Hardware Pocopson and the Unionville feed store was consolidated into that location, which is now called Brandywine Ace, Pet, and Farm.

Grove and Brian Wenzka, the executive director of Oxford Mainstreet, Inc., both talked about the Drennen family’s dedication to the Oxford community, and about the company’s com-

mitment to providing superb service to its customers.

“Most of us know the Drennen family,” Wenzka said. “If you know the family, you know the character of the family.”

Wenzka noted that the Drennens were early supporters of the formation of the Business Improvement District in Oxford Borough.

Initially, the Business Improvement District was to stop at the railroad tracks, but the Drennens asked for the district to be expanded so that they could be included as well. The Drennens have been supportive of Oxford Mainstreet, Inc., and the various community events that it plans.

Wenzka explained that the Drennen family also stepped up to be the first sponsor of the Connective Festival, which took place in downtown Oxford for the first time in 2018.

“Oxford is what it is, and is a better place, because of the Drennen family,” Wenzka said.

Bell pointed out that no one can remember a time when Oxford Feed & Lumber wasn’t situated at the very heart of Oxford Borough.

While the centennial celebration marked the 100 years of the Drennen’s family’s involvement with the company, Oxford Grain & Hay has served the community for much longer than that. According to Larry Drennen, Jr., they have records showing that the business was operating on the same site as far back as 1865. For a little perspective, Oxford Borough itself wasn’t incorporated until 1833.

Very early on in Oxford Borough’s history, much of the northern half of Oxford was owned by the Dickey family. S.R. Dickey, a nephew in the family, began dealing grain, hay, lumber, and farm supplies around 1865, so Oxford Grain & Hay not only has ties to one of Oxford’s most prominent families, it was also one of its most important early businesses.

There’s really no separating the business and the town and the business and the family. And in this case, the family doesn’t just include the Drennen family members, but all the vendors, employees, and customers who have played a critical part in the success of the business.

“They give to the community, and they give from their hearts,” Bell said.

She issued a proclamation declaring May 2, 2019 as Oxford Grain & Hay Day in Oxford. Speaking directly to the Drennens, she said, “Thank you for everything you do—in such an unassuming way. We’re so lucky to have you.”

Tyson took a moment to talk about how, when he first came to the Lighthouse Youth Center more than two

decades ago, the Drennens were quick to welcome him—and offer him whatever help he needed. When the new home for the Lighthouse Youth Center was built a few years ago, the lumber for the project came from the Oxford Feed & Lumber.

State Rep. John Lawrence said that the Oxford Feed & Lumber is one reason that “Oxford is a town with a proud past and a bright future.”

He explained that Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf signed a proclamation recognizing the company for its 100 years in business. The proclamation also designated May 2 as Oxford Grain & Hay Day in Pennsylvania.

State Sen. Andy Dinniman talked about how the company is deeply respected in the community, and built up a reputation for trust and good service through the years.

Dinniman also joked about the popularity of Otis, the cat who has called Oxford Feed & Lumber its home for years. A few years ago, the entire Oxford community pulled together to search for Otis when he disappeared for a few days before returning on his own.

“Otis,” Dinniman said, “is the most well-known cat in southern Chester County.”

Brad Schu, a representative of Purina Mills, marveled at the longevity of the business. He noted that 1919 was so long ago

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A group shot of many of the current Oxford Feed & Lumber employees.

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Just one of many pieces of history on display for Oxford Feed & Lumber’s celebration.

that the Grand Canyon National Park had just been established and women had just secured their right to vote in the U.S. Schu noted that only about 3 percent of family businesses survive when they are passed from the second generation to the third generation. It’s no accident, Schu said, that Oxford Feed & Lumber has defied the odds and continues to succeed.

“They take care of people.

They live it every day,” Schu said.

An illustration of that point is Larry Drennen, Sr., who has now been involved with the business for 71 years, and still comes in to work most days of the week.

He’s following the example of his father, Lawrence C. Drennen, the bookkeeper who started the Drennen family’s involvement with Oxford Grain & Hay, who

The Drennen family.

lived to be 98 and came in to work almost every day.

Chris Drennen now has 37 years in the business, and when Larry Senior’s brother, Donald, retired more than two decades ago, Larry, Jr. devoted himself to carrying on the family tradition.

Fourth-generation family members who are now part of the business include Lauren Bohnert, Alicia McGarvey, Lindsey Drennen, Jeff Stricker, and Allison Denlinger.

With the acquisition of several new stores, a commitment to utilizing technology and innovation to provide the best possible experience for customers, and an unwavering commitment to service, Oxford Feed & Lumber isn’t looking back to the last 100 years, but looking forward to the next 100 years.

To contact Staff Writer Steven Hoffman, email editor@chestercounty.com.

Oxford Feed & Lumber’s growth and expansion in the 21st Century

No one can remember a time when Oxford Grain & Hay wasn’t situated near the heart of Oxford Borough.

2000: Oxford Feed & Lumber, America’s Country Store, is built in Oxford.

2005: Company expands with purchase of feed store in Unionville.

2007: Company opens a boutique pet food store opens in Penn Township.

2012: Ace Hardware Pocopson purchased and the Unionville feed store is consolidated into that location, forming Brandywine Ace, Pet, and Farm.

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Avon Grove to consider new policies regarding naming rights and advertising

By Steven Hoffman Staff Writer Could Avon Grove’s championship-winning lacrosse team one day play at Dansko Stadium? Will Tower Health Field be the scene of some great games on the gridiron under Friday night lights?

Avon Grove School District officials discussed the possibility of updating policies regarding advertising on school district property, including the potential for naming rights to be offered to companies in the area, at a school board meeting on April 25.

The discussion at the school board meeting was brief, but the process for the school district to reach a point where the naming rights to a stadium, field, or auditorium could be sold off will not be. Everyone seemed to agree that the school district should proceed with caution.

“This is something that people can have strong feelings about,” explained school board member Bill Wood.

Superintendent Dr. Christopher Marchese said that a move toward offering naming rights shouldn’t be made too quickly without having good policies and plans in place.

“There should be an opportunity to evaluate what is happening regionally,”

Marchese said.

Following a lengthy discussion, the school board approved a five-year contract with Hobsons, Inc. for Naviance software and professional development to support college and career readiness for grades 6 to 12.

Several board members wanted the policy committee to review the change from the software that the district currently uses. However, Marchese explained that the Naviance software offers many benefits for students, and he would like to see it implemented in time for the start of the new school year.

“This is the industrystandard tool for the college process,” Marchese said, explaining that many public and private schools in the four-county region utilize Naviance.

The school board ultimately unanimously supported the approval of the contract.

The school board approved a resolution on the Chester County Intermediate Unit’s budget for the 2019-2020 school year. Each member school district signs off the Intermediate Unit’s budget.

The board also authorized a contract with Terraform Engineering, LLC to provide a traffic impact study for the new high school. The study is required by both PennDOT and Penn Township as part of the process of securing the necessary approvals for

the construction of the new school.

In his superintendent’s report, Marchese updated the school board about enrollment, which currently stands at 5,066 students district-wide.

Marchese also noted that the final day of school for the current school year is scheduled for Friday, June 14.

In his Facilities Committee report, school board member Jeffrey Billig provided an update about a number of different facilities projects—most notably improvements to the track at the high school. Billig explained that recent soil tests showed that the district would be able to move forward with a project to put down turf that will have a longer life.

Billig said that the total cost of the project will be approximately $308,000.

Work will begin on May 24 and continue throughout the summer.

“It’s a big project,” Billig said.

The school board has a Committee-of-the-Whole meeting slated for May 16 to focus on planning and construction. The school board will meet next on Thursday, May 23 at 6:30 p.m.

To contact Staff Writer Steven Hoffman, email editor@chestercounty.com.

Fish on the menu tonight

Photos by Chris Barber

Several hundred anglers surround the lakes at the Brandywine Red Clay Alliance Trout Rodeo.

Snapping turtles and Canada geese are ordinarily the major inhabitants of the lakes at Anson B. Nixon Park.

But for one special weekend of the year, they are outnumbered by fishermen and their prey.

The 26th annual Trout Rodeo, sponsored by the Brandywine Red Clay Alliance, attracted several

hundred anglers of all ages on Saturday under cloudy skies, chilly temperatures and occasional raindrops.

The day before, the BRC staff had stocked more than 600 trout in the lakes – brooks, browns and rainbows – from the Cherry Grove Trout Hatchery in Stroudsburg.

BRC Executive Director Jim

Julio Guzman of Kennett Square (center) said he has been attending the Trout Rodeo for ten years. This year he is teaching his sons, Ivan and Oscar, how to prepare the catch for dinner.

Jordan said they ranged in size from 11 to 25 inches.

Joining the anglers were a goose sitting on eggs and a green heron. The animals appeared not at all bothered by the presence of crowds of early risers and their fishing rods.

Adding to the enjoyment of the participants was a food truck from El Ranchero that arrived at about 9:30 a.m.

Prizes were awarded for the biggest and most prolific catches in several categories.

Logan Kristman, 8, of Avondale, shows off his catch at the Trout Rodeo.

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were two nominations, with Waterkotte nominating Merino and Myers nominating Mayra Zavala, who has strong ties to the Latino community in the area and has served on a number of Kennett Square Borough committees in recent years, including the borough’s Advisory Commission on Latino Affairs.

A lengthy public comment session followed.

A number of people who spoke expressed support for Zavala’s candidacy, and a large contingent of audience members were clearly hoping that she would be appointed to the position on borough council.

When it was borough council’s time to vote on the two candidates who had been nominated, it quickly became apparent that they were deadlocked, three-tothree, in their support for the two candidates.

Mallon, Doerfler, and Waterkotte favored the appointment of Merino, while Myers, Cramer, and Mercomes favored the appointment of Zavala.

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insisted, as she had with an earlier application, that the contribution the owners make for local emergency services be increased from $200 to $400 per 1,000 feet of total floor space, because of the increasing expenses of the Longwood Fire Company.

In related actions, the

candidate, it solidified the fact that the council members were evenly divided between the two candidates.

Waterkotte commented on the difficult decision that borough council was facing, explaining that both nominees were highly qualified. He pointed out that the resignation of Braffman left a void on the Finance Committee. Merino’s strong background in finance would be an asset to council, Waterkotte said.

Cramer said that while he believed that Merino is very qualified, he favored Zavala for the seat on council for her dedication to Kennett Square and her work with the Latino community.

If the borough council members were in an uncomfortable and awkward position attempting to fill the vacancy while they were sharply divided, Mayor Matthew Fetick was put in an even more awkward and more uncomfortable position of having to break the tie.

He quickly acknowledged that, with the way the situation had unfolded, it was inevitable that he was going to make a group of people unhappy, regardless of what

decision he made.

Fetick said that the five people who applied to fill the vacancy were all good candidates, and he personally hoped that the candidates seeking to fill the vacancy would not be the same ones who were running for a full term in the upcoming election.

Fetick added that he had the option of sending the issue back to council without breaking the tie, but he would not do that because that would require council to meet again within 10 days, and they would still be deadlocked and likely would have a hard time reaching a consensus. That would force the borough to convene its vacancy board, which is a rare step. Fetick then made a decision, voting against Zavala’s nomination, making the final vote 4-3 against the resolution.

The mayor then supported the resolution appointing Merino to fill the vacancy. That nomination was approved, 4-3.

Fetick then had the duty of administering the oath of office to Merino, who promptly took a seat on council.

There was a strong feeling

supervisors also approved the review of the subdivision of the 309-acre Weisbrod estate on Mill Road into five parcels; and the extension, by a month, for approval for the Royal Farms convenience store across from Applebee’s on Route 1.

In other business, solicitor Ross Unruh said he was surprised at the reaction to a discussion of the

proposed burning ordinance. Several individuals, including board member Bobby McKinstry and township resident John Provinski, asked for clarifications of what would and would not be allowed for burning, and what the requirements would be for safety. The supervisors agreed to discuss the provisions in the coming weeks, along with hear-

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Lorenzo Merino was selected to fill a vacancy on Kennett Square Borough Council on Monday night.

at the meeting that, in a borough that has such a large Latino population, there is a need for Latino representation on borough council and other elements of the local government. There are a number of Latino candidates who are seeking a seat

on borough council in the 2019 election.

Luis Tovar, the chairperson of the Advisory Commission on Latino Affairs, said that the commission’s work has helped members of the Latino community to become more

engaged in local government, and having candidates seeking seats on council is an indication of the progress that has been made.

ing what the public had to say. Interested residents of East Marlborough may e-mail township manager Laurie Prysock about their concerns and opinions at lprysock@eastmarlborough.org.

Traffic engineer Jerry Baker reported that PennDOT has recommended that a planned crosswalk at the new Toll Brothers development

on Route 82 near Pratt’s Nursery be moved about 25 feet to the south. Dick Pratt, whose house is near that proposed new location, said he was unhappy about the advice, because the lighting would be annoying.

The agenda was concluded with a report by Prysock that she had been contacted by representatives of Historic Kennett Square to

participate in a Gateway Project involving the roadways between Longwood Gardens and the borough.

Planning Commission chairman Cuyler Walker said he had spoken with several borough councilors about it, and they told him they knew nothing about it.

To contact Staff Writer Steven Hoffman, email editor@chestercounty.com.

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Investing in the environment has paid off for Chester County

Dorothy Linn brings unparalleled experience and perspective to the Avon Grove School Board election in Region 1

Last week, Chester County officials and the region’s leading land conservation and economic development partners unveiled a new study on the economic benefits of the county’s efforts to preserve open space.

The study, “Return on Environment: The Economic Value of Protected Open Space in Chester County,” coincides with the 30th anniversary of the county’s open-space preservation efforts. In November of 1989, Chester County voters overwhelmingly approved a ballot referendum that allocated resources for open space preservation. The funding has continued ever since. When Chester County launched its open space preservation program in 1989, it was the first county in the region to formally set aside funds for an open space preservation program based on the economic, environmental, and public health benefits that open space preservation provides.

Back in late 1980s, the county was experiencing strong commercial and residential growth, prompting fears of suburban sprawl, and all the societal issues that come with it. Since that time, county officials, as well as land conservation groups throughout the area, have consistently supported preservation efforts. The study outlined what the 30 years of commitment has produced, and the results are impressive.

Chester County has preserved 140,000 acres, which is more land than the size of Philadelphia.

In total, 28.8 percent of the county’s land has been preserved as protected open space. The preserved land produces an undeniable economic impact. Homes in Chester County are valued at over $11,000 more when they are located within a half-mile of preserved open space, according to the study. That amounts to a gain of more than $1.65 billion, in total, for Chester County’s homeowners and economy.

The green fields, preserved farms, and community parks all enhance the quality of life for residents who live near them.

If these protected lands were lost to development, sprawl would be one obvious result. There would also be a strain on communities. Chester County would need to spend about $97 million a year to replicate vital services such as flood control and air and water pollution mitigation through costly alternative methods.

The study noted that it is less expensive to preserve land than to development it. This is particularly true if a residential development is proposed. Residential development costs much more through community services such as schools, police and fire protection, road maintenance, and other services.

Open space can also create jobs and attract people who spend in the community. Each year, open space accounts for $238 million in spending and $69 million in salaries. Protected farmland puts about $135 million back into the economy each year, and preserved open space accounts for roughly 1,800 jobs in Chester County, according to the report.

It’s no coincidence that Chester County has grown more economically healthy and vibrant at a time when it was investing in open space preservation. When the study was released, County Commissioner Terence Farrell said that 45 percent of all conserved land in the region is situated in Chester County.

County Commissioner Kathi Cozzone said that open space is a big part of the cultural character of Chester County.

Clearly, Chester County is an illustration of how investing in the environment can pay in a big way for residents.

Letter to the Editor: Without question, Dorothy Linn is the most qualified person to run for the Avon Grove School Board in Region 1. As a lifelong educator, Dorothy has demonstrated a passion and dedication for public education. As a retired teacher, principal, superintendent and mother, Dorothy brings unparalleled perspective and experience to the Avon Grove School Board of Directors.

Dorothy is an exceptional leader who built the foundation for educational excellence, innovation and financial responsibility in the Colonial School District of Delaware.

Under Dorothy’s leadership, Colonial School District build a new elementary school on time and under budget. Today, Colonial School District became well known for their innovative instructional practices around the state and county while at the same time maintaining fiscal responsibility.

Dr. Linn is forward thinking. Throughout her various roles in the education, she always stays current on the best practices and educational research.

As superintendent, Dr. Linn led the Colonial School District through the strategic planning process, which continues to provide a clear vision and path to excellence.

Dr. Linn is a leader who cultivates a collaborative environment.

As superintendent, Dr. Linn provided a balanced approach to dealing with the funding challenges that communities face today.

Through a combination of grants and community support, Dr. Linn laid the foundation for innovation that continues in the Colonial School District, even after she retired.

In order overcome funding challenges for the community, Dr. Linn leveraged grant opportunities to improve all aspects of education in the district. She worked hard to cultivate collaborative relationships, build trust, and clearly communicate her vision for excellence without cutting resources for children. Under her leadership, the Colonial School District successfully passed the first referendum in twelve years. Additionally, Dr. Linn encouraged staff to seek out grant opportunities and community

partnerships. As a result of this innovative leadership, the Colonial School District has become a model for innovation and collaboration across the nation.

Dr. Linn led the Colonial School District to become one of the original four founding members of the BRINC consortium. This consortium was formed to ensure that the investments made in technology brought about instructional changes that would close achievement gaps and increase students’ college and career readiness by personalizing teaching and learning in Kindergarten through 12th grade classrooms. Using grant funds from Race to the Top and state grants, thousands of teachers and students have benefited from the training, support, leadership, collaboration and legislative actions supported through BRINC’s work.

Additional grants specific to the Colonial School District provided the funding necessary to restructure the traditional high school to one that offers pathways for students. As part of this redesign, the district built a farm to table program that provides engaging learn-

ing experiences that are interwoven throughout the academic instruction.

Because of Dr. Linn, engineering students design chicken coops that are built by students in the construction program.

Those chicken coops are a daily part of the agriculture and culinary programs. Because of Dr. Linn, agricultural students raise livestock and farm four acres of Historic Penn farm. Because of Dr. Linn, students in the culinary program run a highly sought-after and award-winning catering business. Because of Dr. Linn, the graphic design students create and print digital materials for the district’s learning pathways.

The vision and leadership of Dr. Linn to provide an authentic and personalized learning environment for students has changed the landscape of education for over 10,000 students in the Colonial School District, and countless others throughout the state.

There is no better candidate for the Avon Grove School Board.

Tara Amsterdam Franklin Township

Lisi and Billig are extremely prepared to lead in every area Letter to the Editor: On May 21, an election will be held to determine who sits in 5 of the 9 seats on the Avon Grove School Board. It is important for Avon Grove voters to remember that this is not a one-issue election, even though some candidates are framing it that way.

School board directors have responsibilities that cover a wide range of topics. They are responsible for the district’s strategic plan, budget, policy, curriculum, and facilities. In all these areas, they continually evaluate results, seeking to improve and

strengthen our schools.

This is detailed, timeconsuming, and influential work. This work is a foundational piece of preparing our children to become successful citizens who are equipped to live and thrive in the 21st century.

We, as voters, have a responsibility to elect individuals who are qualified and committed to all aspects of this work. Carmela Ciliberti and Mark Stewart Jr., two candidates for the school board seats in Region II, are currently running a one-issue campaign.

Their platform is that, if elected, they will stop the

current high school and middle school building project. While I acknowledge the magnitude of this project, it is important to remember that it is only one of the many important projects school board directors will engage in over the coming years.

These two candidates have not provided any information to the voting public demonstrating that they are prepared for this job—the entire job, not just the piece of school district business they are currently unhappy with.

Voters of Avon Grove, do not let anyone tell you that this is a one-issue elec-

tion. The job is far bigger than one issue. I believe that the incumbent school board members Tracy Lisi and Jeffrey Billig have the experience that proves that they are extremely prepared to lead in every area required of them. Whether you agree with me or not, I encourage you to show up at the polls on May 21 and vote. Vote for the candidates who are committed to the fantastic work currently being done in our schools and supporting their continued excellence in the future.

Sara Pantazes Avon Grove

Mother’s Day

By Josephine B. Pasquarello Sunday, May 11 is Mother’s Day. It is my favorite day to celebrate with my mother. She died forty-five years ago, but this is still the day that she and I celebrate her life, along with all her achievements as a mother of 12 children, 28 grandchildren, and too man great-grandchildren to count. As far as myself, my daughter and two granddaughters, we are blessed to have her blood running through our veins.

On Mother’s Day, I always go to the Holy Cross Cemetery to visit with mom. It is my way of expressing to her that there never was, and never again will be, a mother as loving as she.

Romania Pasquarello was an immigrant from Pescara Italy, who moved, at the age of five, to Philadelphia in 1912. She only had six years of schooling. She wasn’t even five feet tall,

and always looked nine months pregnant. She was so small in stature that I would sometimes call her “pip squeak.” She would give me a warm smile and then always reply with, “I might be small, but I am powerful because of the blessing God has given me.”

She never had fame or much money. She still spoke with an Italian accent when she died at the age of 66. But what she did have was wealth like no other mother on this earth.

Her wealth was measured in the amount of love she had for her family, and the love they had for her. I thank her every Mother’s Day and many other days for being my mother. I thank God that he blessed me with her and alloed me that special time we had on this earth together.

As I walk toward the family plot to wish her a very happy Mother’s Day, I suddenly arrive in front of a large marble stone. It

is over five feet high. Our surname, Pasquarello, is carved on the front. It is the stone my mother chose when my father passed away. I lay a large bouquet of yellow roses, her favorite flower, with baby’s breath blossoms against the headstone. I say a prayer to our blessed mother for my mother’s soul. I tell my mother everything that is going on with me. I stand there in stillness. Tears are

streaming down my cheeks.

I am filled with so much emotion as I remember my mother and our life together.

My last thought to her each and every time is, “Mom, I know you are happy because you are with my father, your true love in life and death.”

Happy Mother’s Day. I love you, Your number ten.

Josephine B. Pasquarello

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Local mom successfully expands innovative products that help parents

By Steven Hoffman Staff Writer Laura Toto is a very busy woman these days.

Her company, Diaper Diva Designs, has been working on developing Naked No More, a garment specif ically designed for toddlers or older children with special needs who find a way to undress when they are taking a nap.

In November of 2018, Toto launched the Naked No More one-piece garment on Amazon FBA (Fulfillment By Amazon), and the first 1,000-piece run is now nearly sold out.

Laura is not surprised by the demand for the product. She has six children, and experienced firsthand how frustrating it is to have a young child who wiggles out of their diapers. While they avoided the issue with a few of their older children, when Leeah Toto was still a toddler, she was what her mother likes to call a “diaper ditcher.” Whenever Laura would put Leeah down for a nap in the crib in their Lincoln University, Pa. home, the sweet girl would wiggle her way free of her clothes and diaper.

A toddler, once diaperless, can unintentionally create a big mess in the crib in no time.

In 2015, Laura was searching for a solution

that would keep Leeah and her crib clean. One of the first places that she checked for a garment that could do the job was Amazon, but she didn’t really see any kind of product that would fit her needs. One day, while thinking about the problem, she was struck by inspiration: she took a pair of footed pajamas and cut the feet out. She turned the pajamas around and she put them on Leeah backward and the clothing was securely fastened on her daughter. There was

no way for the toddler to slip out of her diaper and make a mess.

Laura recalled saying that Leeah could get “naked no more” when she discovered that using the footed pajamas backwards prevented her daughter from undressing during naps and at bedtime.

“It was a triumph,” she said. “The day was so amazing. It’s gave me complete peace of mind knowing that I wouldn’t have to clean the crib up.”

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The garment is designed to be comfortable, but to also be difficult for toddlers to remove.

Local mom Laura Toto and her company, Diaper Diva Designs, has been working on developing a garment specifically designed for toddlers or older children with special needs who find a way to undress when they are taking a nap.

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Before she found a makeshift solution to the problem, Laura read about numerous parents on online forums who were struggling with the same issue that her family had been dealing with.

“This is a more common problem than I even realized,” Laura explained.

In fact, it wasn’t just the parents of toddlers who needed help. Many parents of older children who have special needs face the same problem, with no end in sight.

Toto set out to come up with a piece of clothing that would help bring some relief to parents and caregivers dealing with the issue, relying on her own experiences. Before long, she had some very specific ideas about the clothing, and how it should work.

What Laura came up with is a simple one-piece that slips over pajamas and diapers. It has arm holes that are slightly tighter than normal so the toddler can’t slide out of it on their own. It is mid-thigh length, slightly longer than normal, so that the child can’t get out of it from underneath. The neck line is also higher in the front than the back, which also keeps the clothing securely in place.

Once she had a firm concept for the design of the Naked No More garment, she set out to learn as much as she could about taking the product to market. She formed Diaper Diva Designs, and

incorporated “Naked No More”—the expression that she used the first time that she figured out how to clothe Leeah to keep her clean—as the name of the product. She was able to obtain a patent for the piece of clothing.

Over the last year, Laura has been very busy marketing the product.

She has been advertising online to get the word out about the products, as well as connecting with bloggers and various autism organizations.

She explained, “the ads have opened up conversation in the threads about one of the very common yet rarely discussed problems that can happen when kids are able to undress during their naps and bedtime, and that is “smearing,” or “scatolia,” which affects families of toddlers through older, special needs kids. It’s been such an amazing feeling to know my product is helping families dealing with this in whatever degree they may be experiencing it.”

Laura said that she is currently working on having the next run of inventory manufactured.

It will include reinforced stitching. She is also working on the next level of the Naked No More brand of escape-proof clothing.

“I have had the pleasure of working with Carrie Carnes, a former designer for Gerber Childrenswear and Children’s Place, on daywear and pajama options that will turn this into an entire sanity-saving line,” Laura explained. She

noted that the daywear options, while still a backwards and zippered one-piece, will resemble other two-piece and pajama options that are available. The daywear styles will include shortand long-sleeve outfits, as well as footed and nonfooted options.

Currently, the Naked No More products are only available on the Amazon. com marketplace in the U.S., but she is working on plans to expand to Amazon.ca (Canada) and Amazon.mx (Mexico) and eventually the European sites.

“I have had Canadian sales, even on the Amazon.com marketplace, through the “International Shopping” tab that is an option for out-ofcountry shoppers,” Laura explained.

She is also hard at work on the prototypes for the soon-to-be patent pending “stay put” changing pad cover. She explained that the pad cover is designed to be that “extra hand you need when diaper changes turn into wrestling matches.”

She explained, “The design deters the twisting and sitting up that can make changing a growing child’s diaper quite a chore.”

Leeah Toto doesn’t get the credit for inspiring this new product.

“This time,” Laura explained, “I have my youngest, Kaden, to thank for the newest sanity-saver.”

Laura has also had the opportunity to pitch both Kevin Harrington,

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To contact Staff Writer Steven Hoffman, email editor@chestercounty. com.

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2019

A new summer of fountains and fun opens at Longwood The Longwood Gardens Festival of Fountains season opens on May 9 with new fountain performances, programming for the family, and gardens showcasing summer’s beauty.

The Festival of Fountains runs all summer, through Sept.

29. The three fountain gardens perform daily, with more frequent shows for visitors. The Main Fountain Garden includes new five-minute shows at 6:15 and 8:15 p.m. from May through August. Evening illuminated fountain performances in the Main Fountain Garden feature new shows Thursday through Saturday evenings at 9:15 p.m.

(May through August) and at 8:15 p.m. in September. The Italian Water Garden and Open Air Theatre fountains have shows daily as well.

For families, Longwood has interactive indoor and outdoor gardens, three treehouses to explore, and ample opportunity to roam. Families can also enjoy new Festive Friday evenings, designed with a host of themed family friendly activities.

Festive Friday:

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The fountains will be putting on more shows each day this summer at Longwood Gardens.

Art in the Gardens May 17 Stroll the Main Fountain Garden and watch talented artists from Plein Air Brandywine Valley as they create works of art inspired by the gardens. Throughout the evening, there will be live music, concessions and fountain shows. When the sun sets, take in a “Pictures at a Fountain Exhibition” illuminated fountain performance at 9:15 p.m., with selections by Mussorgsky.

Festive Friday: Wish Upon a Star June 14 Family fun can be found

around every corner from the top of the Chimes Tower to scavenger hunts throughout the Main Fountain Garden. Round out this evening with a “Be Our Guest” fountain show at 9:15 p.m., featuring hits from Disney musicals. Children are welcome to dress in costumes from their favorite animated films.

Festive Friday: A Night in Paris July 12 Stroll the Main Fountain Garden, watch busker-style performers, sip wine, and end your evening with the elegant “Monet’s Garden” fountain show at 9:15 p.m., with music

by Debussy, Dukas, Ravel, and other celebrated French composers.

Festive Friday: Brews & Bands Aug. 16 Experts from Victory Brewing Company will be on hand to talk brews and the brewing process to craft Longwood’s signature beers.

Savor special concessions including Victory beer flights, and rock out hits from Tom Petty, Miley Cyrus and Bruce Springsteen during the “Rockin’ the Red, White, and Blue” fountain show at 9:15 p.m.

Festive Friday: Hooray for Hollywood Sept. 6 Children are welcome to dress up in costumes from their favorite movies, grab a popcorn and enjoy Hollywood themed entertainment throughout the gardens. The “Night at the Movies II” fountain show at 8:15 p.m. features songs from “The Greatest Showman,” “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “Grease” and more.

Fireworks & Fountains

Shows Special tickets are required and are on sale now for these shows combining fountains and fireworks choreographed to music: To Philly, With Love (Sunday, May 26, 9:15 p.m.); Star Spangled Spectacular (Wednesday, July 3, 9:15 p.m.); “The Piano Men: Billy Joel and Elton John” (Saturday, July 20, 9:15 p.m.); “Swan Lake” (Saturday, Aug. 10, 9:15 p.m.); “Night at the Movies II” (Sunday, Sept. 1, 8:15 p.m.); “Queens of Soul” (Saturday, Sept. 28, 8:15 p.m.).

Summer Concerts Music fills the air throughout the summer as Longwood welcomes a range of performers in the Open Air Theatre. Notable artists include Grammy and Tony Awardwinning actor and singer Leslie Odom, Jr., on Sunday, June 23; and one of country’s preeminent singer/songwriters, Rosanne Cash, on Sunday, June 30. The popular Wine & Jazz Festival returns Saturday, June 1. Special tickets are required.

For a list of performances, visit longwoodgardens.org/

summerseries.

Dining Longwood’s popular Beer Garden returns Thursday through Saturday evenings, offering alfresco dining and Longwood signature brews created by Victory Brewing Company using ingredients grown at Longwood. Regional artists perform live in the Beer Garden from 6 to 9 p.m. from May through August, and 5 to 8 p.m. in September.

The full-service restaurant, 1906, is newly remodeled and offers seasonal fare with a focus on locally sourced and sustainable ingredients.

The menu highlights produce freshly harvested from the gardens, as well as local farms.

The Festival of Fountains runs from May 9 to Sept. 29, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday; 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday through Saturday from May through August; and 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Sept. 5 to 29. Admission is by timed admission ticket only.

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Share ‘The Subtlety of Spring’ in Kennett Square

By John Chambless Staff Writer Signs of warm weather are everywhere this month at the Square Pear Gallery’s “The Subtlety of Spring” exhibit in Kennett Square.

The front room has a selection of abstract paintings by David Eldreth that will suggest ocean vistas, hillsides and a wide range of other interpretations, each viewer seeing something different.

There are several exuberant watercolors of daisies by Jack Gianguilio, as well as some glowing pastels of fields of lavender by Ann Guidera-Matey that make the most of the eyepopping hue. Nicholas Serratore’s two pastels – “Cherry Blossom” and “Spring Glade” -- are more subtle, but just as effective.

Patricia Walkar’s three large floral paintings on silk have a lovely, soft palette and an intriguing technique, and Stephanie Ryan has a portfolio of floral paintings that translate gracefully to the pillows she shows along with them.

John Slivjak’s oils of local landscapes have a strong summer light,

particularly “Morning Light-Fox Chase Farm,” which has a cool foreground shadow that makes the slanting sunshine beyond really pop.

The five pencil drawings of birds and branches

by Jeremy McGirl are dazzlingly well done, with engraving-like details of feathers executed with the most exacting technique.

There’s a whole wall full of oils of animals by Sandra Severson that give dignity and grace to her subjects.

The two large pastels of fields of wildflowers by Nicholas Serratore have a vivid, dreamlike intensity that draws your eye in to explore the endless stalks and vibrant petals.

Dan Boxler has some impressive fountains made of steel and copper that would be the centerpiece of any garden. His birdbath is a wonderful design, with a burnished copper pan resembling a curled autumn leaf, and his bird feeder elevates itself to the level of art as well. In the center of the room is the sculpture “Planting Time,” by Rob Sigafoos, fitting perfectly into the show’s theme.

The show is augmented by a selection of brightly colored birdhouses,

‘Wildflower Series IX’ by Nicholas Serratore.

ceramics and other lovely items by the gallery’s roster of artists, so you’re sure to discover something you love.

“The Subtlety of Spring” continues at the Square Pear Fine Art Gallery (200 E. State St.,

Kennett Square) through May 31. Gallery hours are Wednesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

To contact Staff Writer John Chambless, email jchambless@ chestercounty.com.

‘Morning Light-Fox Chase Farm’ by John Slivjak.

A pastel of lavender fields by Ann Guidera-Matey.

A watercolor of wildflowers by Jack Gianguilio.

A pencil drawing by Jeremy McGirl.

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2019

PATRICIA LAUBE BODINE

ELSIE M. LEWIS

JOHN W. WALTON

Patricia Laube Bodine, 71, of West Grove, formerly a longtime resident of Kennett Square, passed away on May 3 at Seasons Hospice in Christiana Hospital, Newark, Del. She was the wife of Pastor Danny N. Bodine, with whom she shared 50 years of marriage. Born in Vernon, N.Y., she was the daughter of Marion Smith Laube and the late Willard Laube. Patricia received her bachelor’s degree in education from the State University of New York at Geneseo, and her master’s in education from West Chester University. She was retired from the Unionville-Chadds Ford School District, where she taught first grade at Pocopson Elementary School and formerly taught kindergarten, pre-first and first grades at Unionville Elementary School.

She was a member of St Michael Lutheran Church in Unionville. She went to Central America on eight mission trips. She enjoyed children, hosting eight exchange students over the years. She also enjoyed spoiling her dogs and traveling.

She is survived by her husband; mother; one son, Michael B. Bodine and his wife Amy of Leola; one daughter, Heather Wadas and her husband Mark of Shippensburg; four grandchildren; and one sister, Janet Moore of Sherrill, N.Y. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m.

May 11 at St. Michael Lutheran Church (109 E. Doe Run Rd., Unionville), where friends and family may visit from 10 to 11 a.m. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to St Michael Lutheran Church or Missionary Ventures, 1544 S. Orange Ave., Orlando, FL 32809. Visit www. elcollinsfuneralhome.com.

Elsie M. Lewis, 76, of West Grove, formerly of Kennett Square, passed away on April 30.

She was the wife of Donald F. Lewis, with whom she shared 59 years of marriage. Born in West Chester, she was the daughter of the late James P. May and the late Ada Schukraft May. Elsie was a homemaker. She enjoyed reading, gardening, family gatherings, and going on vacation to Hilton Head and Florida. She was a very loving, caring and nurturing person who was devoted to her family. She enjoyed being with her family and friends, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by one son, Donald F. Lewis, Jr. (Beverly) of Avondale; four daughters, Teresa L. Ledezma (Juan) of Kennett Square, Diane L. Plummer (John) of Kennett Square, Kathy J. Trautman (Daniel) of Lincoln University, and Millie L. Tyler (John) of Harleysville; five sisters, Dorothy Russell, Barbara May, Kathleen Dixon, Evella Linderman and Mary Sadone; two brothers, Edward May and James May; 13 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren.

A visitation will be held from 10 a.m. to noon May 9 at the Kuzo Funeral Home (250 W. State St., Kennett Square). Her funeral will follow at noon. Burial will be held privately. To view her online tribute and to leave a memory with her family, visit www.kuzoandfoulkfhcom.

John W. Walton, 89, of Glastonbury, Conn., passed away peacefully, with family by his side, on April 28.

He was the widower of Beverly A. Walton, to whom he was married for 62 years. Born in Oxford, Pa., in 1929, John was the son of the late Earl Ray and Sarah Elizabeth (Betty) Walton. He was a 1947 graduate of Oxford High School, a 1951 graduate of the University of Delaware, where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, and a 1955 graduate of the University of Connecticut, where he received his Masters of Electrical Engineering degree.

John’s grandfather, Howard Walton, started H.T. Walton and Sons, a Chevrolet and Oldsmobile dealership in Oxford. He worked there as a young man and also became a salesman in the early 1960s until he returned to Connecticut to work for Pratt and Whitney.

He began his 35-year career at Pratt and Whitney/ United Technologies Corporation in 1957 and retired in 1992. John then went on to consult with Gerber Garment Technology, Inc., from 1992 to 2002.

Those who had the privilege to know John, know that his real passion was his many radio telecommunications systems, his involvement with the ARRL Amateur Radio Organization, and most especially his role as deputy director for Glastonbury Connecticut Emergency Management. John was awarded the American Red Cross Spirit of the Red Cross award in 2010.

As a child, John was a Life Scout, played the drums for his high school orchestra, and played junior varsity basketball. John was a volunteer firefighter for the Union Fire Company No. 1 in Oxford since 1955, and remained an honorary active member for the next 64 years.

John is survived by his three daughters, Susan Perrault of Salem, N.H., Anne (Gary) Constantine of South Glastonbury, and Carol Breen also of South Glastonbury. He is also survived by his seven grandchildren.

A celebration of life will be held June 2 in Glastonbury, Conn. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Hartford HealthCare at Home Hospice (https://hartfordhealthcareathome. org/services/hospice), or to the Town of Glastonbury, Special Gifts and Contributions. Note ‘John Walton’ in the memo line. Mail to: Glastonbury Town Hall, Attn: Town Manager, 2155 Main Street, Glastonbury, CT 06033. These contributions will be used in support of Emergency Management and Planning. For online condolences, visit www.mulryanfh.com.

SUSAN E. CURRAN Susan E. Curran, 55, of Kirkwood, passed away peacefully in her home on April 29 after a courageous seven-year battle with pancreatic cancer.

She was the beloved wife of Patrick Curran for over 38 years.

Born in Oxford, she was the daughter of Darrell and Patricia Roark Mckinney of Nottingham. Susan graduated from Oxford Area High School. She lived a fulfilling life as a loving wife and mother to her children and grandchildren. She was a friend to many and was always there to brighten the day. She also loved gardening and her many pets.

She had a strong faith in God and practiced Christian principles in her life.

She is survived by her husband; parents; three children, Nicholas O. Curran (Jaclyn) of Harrisburg, Megan E. Mitchem (Christopher) of Nottingham, and Ryan P. Curran (Sydney Powers) of Baltimore, Md.; seven grandchildren; two sisters, Sandra Tilghman (John) of Dover, Del., and Christina Davis (Parke) of Willow Street; and one brother, John Edward Mckinney (Alexis) of Little Britain, Pa. She was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Miranda Yvette Curran; and son-in-law, Jay Ross Hendry.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held May 3.

Interment was in Oxford Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Sacred Heart Church. Visit www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com.

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LINDA ELAINE PARKER Linda Elaine Parker, 71, passed away at her residence on April 30.

She was the wife of Joel Ross Parker, with whom she shared 52 years of marriage. Born in West Chester, she was the daughter of the late Carol “Bun” Daddezio and the late Maurice “Mutt” Daddezio.

Linda was a hairdresser for over 50 years. Working from her home, she enjoyed spending time with her clients and took great pride in her work. Linda loved country music and dancing, especially when her husband was part of the band.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by her son, Joel M. Parker and his wife Angela; her granddaughter, Emily A. Parker; her sister, Marcella Stewart; and her brother, James Wickline and his wife Gail (all of Toughkenamon); and nieces and nephews.

A funeral mass was held May 7. Interment was at St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Kennett Square. To view her online tribute and to share a memory with her family, visit www.kuzoandfoulkfh.com.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2019

May 11 Plant sale London Grove Friends Meeting (500 W. Street Rd., Kennett Square) hosts a plant sale on May 11 to benefit local charities.

The hours are 7 a.m. to noon. There will be herbs, vegetables, perennials, shrubs and flowers of all kinds, plus hanging baskets.

Baked goods will also be for sale, as well as sandwiches and snacks, and a white elephant sale. Visit www. londongrovemeeting.org.

May 11 ‘Art House’ screening The Oxford Arts Alliance (38 S. Third St., Oxford) hosts a screening of “Art House,” a documentary that looks at homes designed by the artists who lived in them, on May 11 at 7 p.m.

Local architect Ed Rahme will host the evening, providing insights into the process of designing a home that is part art and part dwelling. Admission is free for members ($5 donation suggested for non-members). Snacks are welcome. To attend, email moshanko@oxfordart.org.

May 12 Kids to Park Day The annual Kids to Park Day will be held at Oxford Area Regional Park (900 W. Locust St., Oxford) on May 12 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event features free games, activities, kites flying and crafts. For more information, visit Oxford Area Recreation Authority on Facebook.

May 26 Car show The 40th annual Chester County Car Show will be held Sunday, May 26,

from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in downtown Oxford. There will be antique cars, classics, muscle cars and Mustangs. The event will have a food court, flea market, DJ entertainment and door prizes.

May 26 to Sept. 28 Fireworks and Fountains Tickets are on sale for the 2019 season of Fireworks and Fountains shows at Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square.

Each evening combines a different genre of music, followed by coordinated fireworks and a lighted fountain show. Tickets are $43 ($48 for members), and $53 for reserved seating.

Reserved seating allows you to select your seat, then arrive to your chair placed and waiting for you. Visit www.longwoodgardens. org. The season schedule includes: To Philly, With Love (Sunday, May 26 at 9:15 p.m.); Star Spangled Spectacular (Wednesday, July 3 at 9:15 p.m.); The Piano Men – Billy Joel and Elton John (Saturday, July 20 at 9:15 p.m.); Swan Lake (Saturday, Aug. 10 at 9:15 p.m.); Night at the Movie II (Sunday, Sept. 1 at 8:15 p.m.); Queens of Soul – Aretha Franklin, Diana Ross, Gladys Knight and others (Saturday, Sept.

28 at 8:15 p.m.).

June 8 Upland School reunion Upland Country Day School in Kennett Square is hosting an all-school reunion on Saturday, June 8. There will be an evening gala with dinner and dancing under a tent beginning at 6 p.m. The entire Upland community is invited -- alumni, parents,

former parents, and faculty.

For more information, call 610-444-8114 or visit www.uplandcds.org.

Kennett Flash schedule The Kennett Flash (102 Sycamore Alley, Kennett Square) hosts regional and national artists. Tickets are available in advance at www.kennettflash.org, or at the door. Snacks and beverages are sold, or guests can BYOB. The schedule includes: We Kids Rock Guitar Showcase (May 8, 6:30 p.m., $5); Yarn (May 9, 8 p.m., $18); The Steph Termini Comedy Show (May 10, 8 p.m., $15); Sin City 45th anniversary (May 11, 7 p.m., sold out, May 12, 3 p.m., $15 and $20); Mason Porter and Friends Sixth Annual Bob Dylan Birthday Bash (May 17, 8 p.m., $18); Brand X (May 18, 8 p.m., $53 and $58, May 19, 7 p.m., $53 and $58); The Bill Currier Band and Tony Travalini and The Still Lifes (May 24, 8 p.m., $12); Films & Words: “A Band Called Death” with Lamont Caldwell (May 26, 7 p.m.); Phil Collins tribute Hello I Must Be Going (May 31, 8 p.m., $25); Seventh Sojourn: Moody Blues tribute (June 7, 8 p.m., $20); Muriel Anderson with Tim Farrell and Dave Feder (June 8, 8 p.m., $25); Eilen Jewell (June 9, 7 p.m., $24).

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Raise funds for the arts at a colorful dinner party

“Celebration of Color,” the Oxford Arts Alliance Annual Fundraiser this year, will feature dinner, dancing, live and silent auctions, a table decorating contest and giving tree items.

The proceeds from the June 1 fundraiser benefit children’s programs and overhead costs at the Arts Alliance. The party will be held at the home of Wlson King and Vicki Vinton in Oxford. Tickets are $75 ($525 for a table of eight).

Returning this year will be the table decorating contest, for which teams can get as creative as they like around the theme, “Celebration of Color.”

The interpretation is open ended, but the organizers suggest you might be inspired by one color, a rainbow, destination, animal, or a famous art movement. Come dressed in your boldest colors to match or clash with your creative table display.

Bring tableware, cutlery, table cloths, napkins, and decorations that fit with your theme.

Sixty-inch round tables are provided. Participants can arrive as early as 5:30 to decorate tables. The doors will officially open at 6:15 for the 6:30 p.m. event.

A themed “colorful” dinner will be provided,

along with wine and beer.

Auction items this year include a gift certificate for dinner for two at Portabello’s of Kennett Square, a weekend getaway at Bethany Bay Resort in a three-bedroom condo with space to sleep eight people, a voucher for a portrait session with Debra E. Kail Photography, a private chocolate tasting for six to eight people with chocolate sommelier Estelle Tracy, two meet-and-greet tickets for Blind Melon, headlining at the Connective Art & Music Festival this summer in Oxford, and many more.

For more information, visit www.oxfordart.org/ annual-fundraiser.

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2019

Marche and Bentley Homes host benefit for The Garage Community & Youth Center

By Richard L. Gaw Staff Writer During the late afternoon and early evening hours of May 3, art, chocolate, bourbon and fine residential design converged under one roof to help a local organization.

The “Art, Bourbon and Chocolate” event, held at Stonehouse, a newly constructed Bentley Homes carriage home community on South Union Street in Kennett Square, raised funds for the Garage Community & Youth Center in the borough.

The event invited “Whiskey Whisperer” Mike Jasinski, chocolate

sommelier Estelle Tracy and local clothing designer David Ferron to showcase their skills, and featured artwork by local artists Ellen Catanzaro and Katee Boyle.

Deanna Johnson of Marche teamed up with Tom Bentley of Bentley Homes to design the Annapolis model, and sales professionals from Bentley Homes gave tours to the more than 100 guests who attended the event.

Johnson tailored her designs to second-home buyers, and filled the homes with original art, comfortable furniture, and family heirlooms.

Photos by Richard L. Gaw

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Artist Katee Boyle and apparel designer David Ferron, far left, were among the featured guests at ‘Art, Bourbon and Chocolate,’ held May 3 at Bentley Homes’ new Stonehouse development in Kennett Square.

From left: Kimberly Swanson, Marianne Harris, Barbara Gall and Chiara Clemens of Bentley Homes provided tours of the Annapolis model at Stonehouse.

Elegant desserts were served throughout the event.

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Special guests contributed their fees to the Garage, who also received donations from guests and 10 to 20 percent of all artwork and merchandise sales.

“Vendors like this help give us a community vibe that says that the Garage is not an independent entity, but a partner who works with businesses and other organizations,” said Aaron Smith of the Garage. “We just had our youth give back day, which partners our students with organizations in the community.”

To contact Staff Writer Richard L. Gaw, email rgaw@chestercounty. com.

The interior design of the Annapolis model home at Stonehouse featured the work of designer Deanna Johnson of Marche (above, and right).

Chocolate sommelier Estelle Tracy provided some chocolate pairings to Jennifer McShane.

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2019

Chester County Press NOTICE OF FICTITIOUS NAME REGISTRATION

Notice is Hereby Given pursuant to the provisions of Act of Assembly, No. 295, effective March 16, 1983, of intention to file in the office of the Department of the State of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, at Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, an application for the conduct of a business in Chester County, Pennsylvania under the assumed or fictitious name, Timeless Treasures Consignment, with its principle place of business at 2050 Newark Rd., New London, PA 19352. The names and addresses of the persons owning or interested in said business is Michele Lazarow. The Application was filed on April 29, 2019.

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ESTATE NOTICE

Estate of Robert Grobosky, late of Oxford Borough, PA, Deceased. Letters Testamentary on the estate of the above named Robert Grobosky having been granted to the undersigned, all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the said decedent are requested to make known the same and all persons indebted to the said decedent to make payment without delay to Jill E. DeShullo, Executrix, C/O Robert J. Breslin, Jr. , Esq., Papano 7 Bresslin, 3305 Edgmont Ave, Brookhaven, PA 19015 4p-17-3t

PUBLIC NOTICE

AT&T proposes to construct a 145’ monopole at 1026 Hickory Hill Road, Oxford, PA (20190881). Interested parties may contact Scott Horn (856-8091202) (1012 Industrial Dr., West Berlin, NJ 08091) with comments regarding potential effects on historic properties.

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INCORPORATION NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT Articles of Incorporation were filed with and approved by the Department of State of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania on the 7th day of March 2019, for the purpose of creating a business corporation which has been incorporated under the provisions of the Business Corporation Law of 1988. The name of the corporation is RP Trades, Ltd. 5p-8-1t

FICTITIOUS NAME REGISTRATION

An application for registration of the fictitious name Sedona Taphouse, 131 Bridge St., #5, Phoenixville, PA 19460 has been filed in the Department of State at Harrisburg, PA, File Date 03/11/2019 pursuant to the Fictitious Names Act, Act 1982-295. The names and addresses of the people who are a party to the registration are David Trout, 32 Ridings Way, West Chester, PA 19382. Pad Flite LLC, 131 Bridge St., Phoenixville, PA 19460. Peter Shivery, 34 Georgia Ave., Earlville, MD 29119 5p-8-1t

FICTITIOUS NAME REGISTRATION

An application for registration of the fictitious name ART 504, 420 Deer Pointe Rd., West Chester, PA 19382 has been filed in the Department of State at Harrisburg, PA, File Date 02/21/2019 pursuant to the Fictitious Names Act, Act 1982-295. The name and address of the person who is a party to the registration is Art on Avenue of the States, Inc., 420 Deer Pointe Rd., West Chester, PA 19382.

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FORM OF ADVERTISEMENT

FOR CULVERT REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR ON BAKER ROAD AND EW-

ING DRIVE TOWNSHIP OF PENN, CHESTER COUNTY, PA. PROPOSALS will be received online via the PennBID Program by the Board of Supervisors, Penn Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania until 2:00 P.M., Prevailing Time, on Thursday May 30, 2019 for the following: The bid consists of the replacement of 25 L.F. of HDPE Smoothwall Culvert Pipe with 25 L.F. 30” x 19” Reinforced Concrete Pipe crossing Baker Road approximately 1,100 feet west of Jennersville Road (S.R. 0796) and the Repair of 65 L.F. of existing CMP pipe crossing Ewing Drive approximately 350 feet north of Woodview Road using Cast in Place Pipe no-dig technology. All Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud by the Township at 2:15 P.M. Prevailing Time, on Thursday, May 30, 2019 at the Penn Township Building, 260 Lewis Road, West Grove, PA 19390. Copies of the Form of Proposal and Specifications are available at no cost at www.PennBID.net beginning Monday 6, 2019.

Each Bidder must deposit with his/her bid, security in the form of a bid bond or certified check in the amount of not less than ten percent (10%) of the total bid made payable to the order of the Penn Township. Each bid must be accompanied by a signed commitment of the proposed surety offering to execute a Performance Bond, as well as the Letter of Intent, and Non-Collusion Affidavit. All Bidders must be prequalified by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. All Forms and Papers required to accompany the bid must be up-loaded to PennBID prior to the date and time bids are to be received.

The successful Bidder will be required to furnish a Contractor’s Performance Bond and a Labor and Materialmen’s Bond in an amount of the accepted bid. The Surety Company and form of surety shall be subject to the approval of Penn Township. The Bond Company should have no less than an “A” rating (Best Rating) and provide documentation of their authority to do business in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In addition, the Bond should be provided without a reinsurer. No bidder may withdraw his/her bid within sixty (60) days after the date set for the receiving and opening of bids. Pennsylvania prevailing wage rates will apply to this project, in addition to any and all other applicable federal, state, and local laws, statutes, ordinances, rules and regulations. Penn Township reserves the right to reject any or all proposals or parts thereof for any cause whatsoever. By Order of the Penn Township Board of Supervisors, Karen Versuk, MBA, PhD Director of Operations 5p8-1t

a Performance Bond, as well as the Letter of Intent, and Non-Collusion Affidavit. All Bidders must be prequalified by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. All Forms and Papers required to accompany the bid must be up-loaded to PennBID prior to the date and time bids are to be received.

The successful Bidder will be required to furnish a Contractor’s Performance Bond and a Labor and Materialmen’s Bond in an amount of the accepted bid. The Surety Company and form of surety shall be subject to the approval of Penn Township. The Bond Company should have no less than an “A” rating (Best Rating) and provide documentation of their authority to do business in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In addition, the Bond should be provided without a reinsurer. No bidder may withdraw his/her bid within sixty (60) days after the date set for the receiving and opening of bids. Pennsylvania prevailing wage rates will apply to this project, in addition to any and all other applicable federal, state, and local laws, statutes, ordinances, rules and regulations. Penn Township reserves the right to reject any or all proposals or parts thereof for any cause whatsoever. By Order of the Penn Township Board of Supervisors, Karen Versuk, MBA, PhD Director of Operations 5p8-1t

FORM OF ADVERTISEMENT

IMPROVEMENTS thereon: residential dwelling

FOR THE RESURFACING AND STREET IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE YEAR 2019 FOR PENN TOWNSHIP, CHESTER COUNTY, PA PROPOSALS will be received online via the PennBID Program by the Board of Supervisors, Penn Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania until 2:00 P.M., Prevailing Time, on Thursday May 30, 2019 for the following: The bid consists of Reconstructing State Road from Hipkins Road to Kelton Road including 50 LF of Kelton Road for an approximate area of 1,000 LF x 24’wide and Shoulder Widening at the Intersection of State Road and Kelton Road. The Bid also includes Surface Treatment ( 2 Layers of Oil and Chip) including a Fog Seal on Baker Road from N. Jennersville Road to the Municipal Boundary for an approximate length of 5,450 LF @ 18’ wide, including 400 LF of Shoulder Widening at various locations and Ewing Drive from W. Woodview Road to Cul-de-Sac an approximate length of 765 LF @ 22.5’ wide and the 110’ diameter cul-de-sac. All Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud by the Township at 2:15 P.M. Prevailing Time, on Thursday, May 30, 2019 at the Penn Township Building, 260 Lewis Road, West Grove, PA 19390. Copies of the Form of Proposal and Specifications are available at no cost at www.PennBID.net beginning Monday 6, 2019.

Each Bidder must deposit with his/her bid, security in the form of a bid bond or certified check in the amount of not less than ten percent (10%) of the total bid made payable to the order of the Penn Township. Each bid must be accompanied by a signed commitment of the proposed surety offering to execute

Sheriff Sale of Real Estate

By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Carolyn B. Welsh, the herein-described real estate will be sold at public sale in the Chester County Justice Center at 201 W Market Street, 3rd Floor, Room 3300, West Chester, Pennsylvania, as announced on Thursday, May 16th, 2019 at 11AM. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file with the Prothonotary and in the Sheriff’s Office, both located in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, Schedules of Distribution on Monday, June 17th, 2019. Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedules unless exceptions are filed in the Sheriff’s Office within ten (10) days thereafter.

SALE NO. 19-5-250 Writ of Execution No. 2014-09985 DEBT $227,418.83 PROPERTY situate in the Atglen Borough, Chester County, Pennsylvania BLR# 7-5-1.3

PLAINTIFF: Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, d/b/a Christiana Trust, not individually but as Trustee for Pretium Mortgage Acquisition Trust VS DEFENDANT: RON WHITNEY a/k/a RON WHITNEY, JR, IN HIS CAPACITY AS EXECUTOR AND DEVISEE OF THE ESTATE OF WALTER L. HANDLY and PHILADELPHIA REGION OF THE S.C.C.A. SALE ADDRESS: 404 Glen Run Drive, Atglen, PA 19310-9440 PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: PHELAN HALLINAN DIAMOND & JONES, LLP, 215-563-7000 N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. Payment must be paid in cash, certified check, or money order made payable to the purchaser or “Sheriff of Chester County”. The balance must be made payable to “Sheriff of Chester County” within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 4PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 4p-24-3t

Sheriff Sale of Real Estate

By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Carolyn B. Welsh, the herein-described real estate will be sold at public sale in the Chester County Justice Center at 201 W Market Street, 3rd Floor, Room 3300, West Chester, Pennsylvania, as announced on Thursday, May 16th, 2019 at 11AM. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file

with the Prothonotary and in the Sheriff’s Office, both located in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, Schedules of Distribution on Monday, June 17th, 2019. Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedules unless exceptions are filed in the Sheriff’s Office within ten (10) days thereafter.

SALE NO. 19-5-252 Writ of Execution No. 2018-12410 DEBT $293,362.44 ALL THAT CERTAIN lot or piece of ground with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate in Kennett Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania, bounded and described according to a Plan of Properties owned by Fred J. Marenco, Jr., et ux & Mario Jon DiFilippo, et ux, made by Kenneth G. Crossan, dated August 21, 1986, and recorded as Plan #6676, as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a point on the southwesterly side of PA Route 41, a corner of Parcel B-1 on said Plan; thence extending from the beginning point along said road, south 65 degrees 21 minutes 48 seconds east, 232.18 feet to a corner of lands now or late of John M. Perrone; thence extending along said lands, south 58 degrees 51 minutes 40 seconds west, 446.90 feet to a corner of aforementioned Parcel B-1; thence extending along Parcel B-1, north 27 degrees 33 minutes 50 seconds east, 378.11 feet to the first mentioned point and place of beginning.

BEING Parcel B-2 as shown on said Plan.

TOGETHER with all singular buildings and improvements, ways, streets, alleys, driveways, passages, waters, water-courses, rights, liberties, privileges, hereditaments and appurtenances, whatsoever unto the hereby granted premises belonging, or in anywise appertaining, and the reversions and remainders, rents, issues, and profits thereof; and all the estate, right, title, interest, property, claim and demand whatsoever of them, the said grantors, as well as law in equity, of, in and to the same.

BEING the same premises as Gene E. Fulton and Patricia G. Fulton, husband and wife, by Deed dated June 29, 2006, and recorded on July 10, 2006, by the Chester County Recorder of Deeds in Deed Book 6892, at Page 2225, as Instrument No. 10666631, granted and conveyed unto Scott Feeney, an individual.

BEING known and numbered as 9166 Gap Newport Pike, Avondale, PA 19311.

TAX Parcel No. 62-9-11.3A. PLAINTIFF: Bayview Loan Servicing, LLC VS DEFENDANT: SCOTT FEENEY SALE ADDRESS: 9166 Gap Newport Pike, Avondale, PA 19311 PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: STERN & EISENBERG, P.C., 215-572-8111 N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. Payment must be paid in cash, certified check, or money order made payable to the purchaser or “Sheriff of Chester County”. The balance must be made payable to “Sheriff of Chester County” within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 4PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 4p-24-3t

Sheriff Sale of Real Estate

By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Carolyn B. Welsh, the herein-described real estate will be sold at public sale in the Chester County Justice Center at 201 W Market Street, 3rd Floor, Room 3300, West Chester, Pennsylvania, as announced on Thursday, May 16th, 2019 at 11AM. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file with the Prothonotary and in the Sheriff’s Office, both located in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market

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SALE NO. 19-5-255 Writ of Execution No. 2018-08516 DEBT $306,073.38 ALL THAT CERTAIN, message, lot or piece of land situate on, in the Borough of West Grove, County of Chester, State of Pennsylvania, bounded and described, as follows, to wit: ALL THAT CERTAIN parcel of land situated in the Boro of West Grove, County of Chester, State of Pennsylvania, being Lot No. H-6, as shown on the Proposed Re-Subdivision Plan for Heather Grove Parcel 2, dated August 8, 1991 and last revised Feb. 4, 1992, prepared

by Brandywine Valley Engineers, Inc., Civil Engineers and Land Surveyors, Boothwyn, PA and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Chester County, PA on June 1, 1992, Plan #11652, as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a point on an un-named cul-de-sac on the northerly side of Winterset Court (50 feet wide); said point being located at the following five courses and distances measured along said side of Winterset Court from a point of tangency for a curve having a radius of 25 feet and said curve connection said side of Winterset Court with the westerly side of Heather Grove Lane (50 feet wide); 1) NORTH 56 degrees 06 minutes west, the distance of 12.75 feet to a point of curvature.

2) THENCE along the arc of a circle curving to the left with a radius of 651.11 feet, the distance of 101.05 feet to a point of tangency; 3) THENCE north 64 degrees 59 minutes 30 seconds west, the distance of 31.40 feet to a point of curvature; 4) THENCE along the arc of a circle curving to the right with a radius of 25 feet, the distance of 57.33 feet to a point of reverse curvature;

BEING the same property conveyed to Joseph Robert Taraba, no marital status shown who acquired title by virtue of a deed from Gregory J. Neely and Carrie T. Neely, no marital status shown, dated January 15, 2003, recorded February 19, 2003, at Document ID 10190642, and recorded in book 5575, page 1604, Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Chester County, Pennsylvania.

PLAINTIFF: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for MASTR Specialized Loan Trust 2006-02, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates VS DEFENDANT: JOSEPH R. TARABA, aka JOSEPH ROBERT TARABA, aka JOSEPH TARABA SALE ADDRESS: 6 Winterset Court, West Grove, PA 19390 PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: MANLEY DEAS KOCHALSKI, LLC, 614-220-5611 N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. Payment must be paid in cash, certified check, or money order made payable to the purchaser or “Sheriff of Chester County”. The balance must be made payable to “Sheriff of Chester County” within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 4PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 4p-24-3t

Sheriff Sale of Real Estate

By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Carolyn B. Welsh, the herein-described real estate will be sold at public sale in the Chester County Justice Center at 201 W Market Street, 3rd Floor, Room 3300, West Chester, Pennsylvania, as announced on Thursday, May 16th, 2019 at 11AM. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file with the Prothonotary and in the Sheriff’s Office, both located in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, Schedules of Distribution on Monday, June 17th, 2019. Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedules unless exceptions are filed in the Sheriff’s Office within ten (10) days thereafter.

SALE NO. 19-5-261 Writ of Execution No. 2018-10097 DEBT $145,835.50

5) THENCE along the arc of a circle curving to the left with a radius of 60 feet the distance of 94.65 feet to the point of beginning; THENCE along said cul-de-sac along the arc of a circle curving to the left with a radius of 60 feet the distance of 11.02 feet to a point; THENCE leaving said cul-de-sac along the southerly side of Lot No 6 Block “G” north 55 degrees 29 minutes 53 seconds east the distance of 65.81 feet to a point.

THENCE along a Common Lands Area the following two courses and distance; 1) SOUTH 89 degrees 59 minutes 30 seconds east the distance of 72.00 feet to a point; THENCE along the northerly side of Lot No 5 Block “H” the following two courses and distances: 1) SOUTH 89 degrees 59 minutes 30 seconds west the distance of 107.63 feet to a point; 2) THENCE south 66 degrees 01 minutes 03 seconds west the distance of 5.45 feet to a point on the aforesaid cul-de-sac, said point being the first mentioned point and place of beginning.

3) CONTAINING within said metes and bounds an area of 3,964 square feet of land, more or less.

BEING subject to a portion of a certain 20 foot wide water main easement across a portion of said parcel as shown on said plan.

BEING UPI Number 5-7-133 PARCEL No.: 5-7-133 BEING known as:. 6 Winterset Court, West Grove, PA 19390

BEING the same premises which Giovanni Zanfrisco and Celesta Zanfrisco, by deed dated July 2, 2002 and recorded August 12, 2002 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Chester County, Pennsylvania in Record Book 5354, Page 799, granted and conveyed unto Matthew J. Anzaldo and Maria Anzaldo.

PLAINTIFF: Fulton Bank, N.A., formerly known as Fulton Bank VS DEFENDANT: MATTHEW J. ANZALDO and MARIA ANZALDO a/k/a MARIA ZANFRISCO SALE ADDRESS: 261 Sunnyside Road, West Grove, PA 19390, Penn Twp PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: JOSEPH P. SCHALK, ESQ., 717-299-5201 N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. Payment must be paid in cash, certified check, or money order made payable to the purchaser or “Sheriff of Chester County”. The balance must be made payable to “Sheriff of Chester County” within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 4PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 4p-24-3t

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By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Carolyn B. Welsh, the herein-described real estate will be sold at public sale in the Chester County Justice Center at 201 W Market Street, 3rd Floor, Room 3300, West Chester, Pennsylvania, as announced on Thursday, May 16th, 2019 at 11AM. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file with the Prothonotary and in the Sher-

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SALE NO. 19-5-267 Writ of Execution No. 2018-06146 DEBT $192,260.09 ALL THAT CERTAIN lot or piece of land with the buildings and improvements thereon erected.

SITUATE in the Township of Elk, County of Chester and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, described according to a Plan of Property made for Richard L. Speer & Robert L. Hetherinton, by George F. Register Jr., & Sons., C.F. Kennett Square, Pennsylvania dated 1/8/1974, last revised 2/25/1974, recorded at West Chester in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in Plan Books 58 Page 16, as follows: BEGINNING at a point in the title line in the Red Public Road L.R. No. 15162 known as “Media Road”, said point being measured north 70 degrees 25 minutes 22 seconds east, 350.00 feet from a point at the intersection of said Media Road with Hilltop Road; thence extending from said beginning point and along said Media Road, north 70 degrees 25 minutes 22 seconds east, 160.00 feet to a point, a corner of Lot No. 16; thence leaving the road and extending along line of Lot No. 16 south 17 degrees 30 minutes 17 seconds east, 336.91 feet to a point in line of Lot No. 15; thence extending along same south 69 degrees 05 minutes 57 seconds west 140.00 feet to a point in line of Lot No. 12; thence extending along same and Lots 11 and 10, north 20 degrees 54 minutes 03 seconds west, 340.00 feet to the first mentioned point and place of beginning.

BEING Lot No. 17 on said Plan.

BEING the same premises in which Wendy L. Cook a/k/a Wendy L. Cook Battaglini, by deed dated 03/27/2006 and recorded 03/29/2006 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for the County of Chester, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in Deed Book 6801, Page 46 and at Instrument No. 10636140, granted and conveyed unto Charles Chambers and Tracey Chambers, husband and wife.

PLAINTIFF: Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Mr. Cooper VS DEFENDANT: TRACEY CHAMBERS and CHARLES CHAMBERS SALE ADDRESS: 101 Media Road, Oxford, PA 19363 PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: SHAPIRO & DeNARDO, LLC, 610-278-6800 N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. Payment must be paid in cash, certified check, or money order made payable to the purchaser or

“Sheriff of Chester County”. The balance must be made payable to “Sheriff of Chester County” within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 4PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 4p-24-3t

Sheriff Sale of Real Estate

By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Carolyn B. Welsh, the herein-described real estate will be sold at public sale in the Chester County Justice Center at 201 W Market Street, 3rd Floor, Room 3300, West Chester, Pennsylvania, as announced on Thursday, May 16th, 2019 at 11AM. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file with the Prothonotary and in the Sheriff’s Office, both located in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, Schedules of Distribution on Monday, June 17th, 2019. Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedules unless exceptions are filed in the Sheriff’s Office within ten (10) days thereafter.

made in accordance with the Schedules unless exceptions are filed in the Sheriff’s Office within ten (10) days thereafter.

SALE NO. 19-5-276 Writ of Execution No. 20 DEBT $244,691.11 ALL THAT CERTAIN piece or parcel of tract of land situate in the Borough of Parkesburg, Chester County, Pennsylvania, and being known as 501 Washington Avenue, Parkesburg, Pennsylvania 19365.

PLAINTIFF: HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc. VS DEFENDANT: LORRIE HARING SALE ADDRESS: 501 Washington Avenue, Parkesburg, Pennsylvania 19365 PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: McCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 215790-1010

TAX Parcel #Tax ID/UPI Parcel No. 71-01-0024.250/71-1-24.25

N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. Payment must be paid in cash, certified check, or money order made payable to the purchaser or “Sheriff of Chester County”. The balance must be made payable to “Sheriff of Chester County” within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 4PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 4p-24-3t

IMPROVEMENTS: A residential dwelling.

Sheriff Sale of Real Estate

SALE NO. 19-5-273 Writ of Execution No. 2017-07866 DEBT $306,630.99 PROPERTY situate in Township of New London

PLAINTIFF: Amerihome Mortgage Company, LLC VS DEFENDANT: STYVENS GEORGES SALE ADDRESS: 206 Locust Drive, Lincoln University, PA 19352 PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: KML LAW GROUP, P.C., 215-627-1322 N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. Payment must be paid in cash, certified check, or money order made payable to the purchaser or “Sheriff of Chester County”. The balance must be made payable to “Sheriff of Chester County” within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 4PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 4p-24-3t

Sheriff Sale of Real Estate

By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Carolyn B. Welsh, the herein-described real estate will be sold at public sale in the Chester County Justice Center at 201 W Market Street, 3rd Floor, Room 3300, West Chester, Pennsylvania, as announced on Thursday, May 16th, 2019 at 11AM. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file with the Prothonotary and in the Sheriff’s Office, both located in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, Schedules of Distribution on Monday, June 17th, 2019. Distribution will be

By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Carolyn B. Welsh, the herein-described real estate will be sold at public sale in the Chester County Justice Center at 201 W Market Street, 3rd Floor, Room 3300, West Chester, Pennsylvania, as announced on Thursday, May 16th, 2019 at 11AM. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file with the Prothonotary and in the Sheriff’s Office, both located in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, Schedules of Distribution on Monday, June 17th, 2019. Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedules unless exceptions are filed in the Sheriff’s Office within ten (10) days thereafter.

SALE NO. 19-5-280 Writ of Execution No. 2018-11216 DEBT $34,506.15 ALL THAT CERTAIN lot or piece of ground with the buildings thereon erected, situate in said Borough of Parkesburg, Chester County, Pennsylvania, bounded and described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a point in the middle of Fourth Avenue at the southeast corner of lot now or late of Robert L. Faddis, and extending thence along said lot by a line passing through the middle of the partition wall dividing the house erected on the lot herein conveyed belonging, now or late, to the said Faddis, north ten degrees twenty-three minutes west (N 10º 23’

W), one hundred thirty (130) feet to the middle of Third Alley; thence along the alley of said alley north seventy-nine degrees thirty-seven minutes east (N 79º 37’ E), thirteen and eight hundred seventy-three thousandths (13.873) of a foot to a point opposite the middle of the partition wall dividing the house erected on the lot herein conveyed from the house erected on the lot immediately adjoining on the east; thence along said last mentioned lot by a line passing through the middle of the last mentioned partition wall, south ten degrees twentythree minutes east (S 10º 23” E), one hundred thirty (130) feet to the middle of Fourth Avenue; thence along the middle of said Avenue, south seventynine degrees thirty minutes west (S 79º 30’ W), thirteen and eight hundred seventy-five thousandths (13.875) of a foot to the place of beginning.

TITLE to said premises vested in Charles Joseph Persch, Jr. by Deed from James E. Stauffer and Jason M. Stauffer dated March, 15 2004 and recorded March 30, 2004 in the Chester County Recorder of Deeds in Book 6105, Page 1029 as Instrument Number 10394822.

PLAINTIFF: Select Portfolio Servicing, Inc. VS DEFENDANT: CHARLES JOSEPH PERSCH, JR. SALE ADDRESS: 537 West 4th Avenue, Parkesburg, PA 19365 PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: MILSTEAD & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 856-482-1400 N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. Payment must be paid in cash, certified check, or money order made payable to the purchaser or “Sheriff of Chester County”. The balance must be made payable to “Sheriff of Chester County” within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 4PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 4p-24-3t

Sheriff Sale of Real Estate

By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Carolyn B. Welsh, the herein-described real estate will be sold at public sale in the Chester County Justice Center at 201 W Market Street, 3rd Floor, Room 3300, West Chester, Pennsylvania, as announced on Thursday, May 16th, 2019 at 11AM. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file with the Prothonotary and in the Sheriff’s Office, both located in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, Schedules of Distribution on Monday, June 17th, 2019. Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedules unless exceptions are filed in the Sheriff’s Office within ten (10) days thereafter.

SALE NO. 19-5-286 Writ of Execution No. 2018-11219 DEBT $136,788.78 PROPERTY situate in Borough of Parkesburg

TAX Parcel # IMPROVEMENTS: A residential dwelling.

PLAINTIFF: PNC Bank, National Association, Successor by Merger to National City Mortgage, a Division of National City Bank VS DEFENDANT: LEONARD DEMKO SALE ADDRESS: 506 West 2nd Avenue, Parkesburg, PA 19365 PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: KML LAW GROUP, P.C., 215-627-1322

iff’s Office, both located in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, Schedules of Distribution on Monday, June 17th, 2019. Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedules unless exceptions are filed in the Sheriff’s Office within ten (10) days thereafter.

SALE NO. 19-5-287 Writ of Execution No. 2018-11548 DEBT $367,144.70 PROPERTY situate in New Garden Township TAX Parcel # 6004 01710000

N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. Payment must be paid in cash, certified check, or money order made payable to the purchaser or “Sheriff of Chester County”. The balance must be made payable to “Sheriff of Chester County” within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 4PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 4p-24-3t

Sheriff Sale of Real Estate

By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Carolyn B. Welsh, the herein-described real estate will be sold at public sale in the Chester County Justice Center at 201 W Market Street, 3rd Floor, Room 3300, West Chester, Pennsylvania, as announced on Thursday, May 16th, 2019 at 11AM. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file with the Prothonotary and in the Sher-

IMPROVEMENTS: A residential dwelling.

PLAINTIFF: M&T Bank VS DEFENDANT: BOUBACAR TOURE SALE ADDRESS: 106 Birkdale Circle, Avondale, PA 19311 PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: KML LAW GROUP, P.C., 215-627-1322 N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. Payment must be paid in cash, certified check, or money order made payable to the purchaser or “Sheriff of Chester County”. The balance must be made payable to “Sheriff of Chester County” within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 4PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 4p-24-3t

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New concert series added to West Chester venue Uptown!

Knauer Perfor ming Ar ts Center in West Chester continues to grow and evolve, adding a series called “Uptown Presents.” To kick off the effort, three live music acts and a comedy event are planned for summer 2019.

Building on the enthusiastic response to tribute bands last season, Uptown! will host Countdown to Ecstasy, a popular band that performs music of the legendary group Steely Dan, on June 7.

Meticulously capturing the spirit of the original band, the group goes beyond expectations for a typical cover/tribute band.

On June 8, the theater hosts the First Ladies of Rock and

Soul. With note-fornote authenticity, four vocalists and their ninepiece band turn back the clock with timeless gems like The Ronettes’ “Be My Baby,” The Supremes’ “You Can’t Hurry Love,” Martha and The Vandellas’ “Heat Wave” and more.

Adding to its bi-monthly improv comedy shows, the theater will present comedian Jim McCue, also known as “Boston’s King of Crowd Work,” on July 27. He has been featured on Comedy Central, Comcast Comedy Spotlight, NBC’s “Last Comic Standing,” and more.

His internet comedy special, “Nothing Personal,” went viral with more than 500,000 views in the first month.

Michael Cleveland &

Flamekeeper will take the stage on Aug. 23.

The young bluegrass f iddler was recently inducted into the National Fiddler Hall of Fame. His prowess has led to performances with Vince Gill and more country music celebrities.

Executive director Catherine Friedman is excited about the theater’s growth, saying, “We are able to make amazing entertainment accessible to people in our region, making it possible to experience big-city entertainment at a small-town price.”

Uptown!

Knauer Performing Arts Center is at 226 N. High St., West Chester. Purchase tickets at www.

UptownWestChester. org, at the box office, or call 610-356-2787.

The First Ladies of Rock and Soul bring ‘60s hits to the stage on June 8.

The Steely Dan tribute band Countdown to Ecstasy will be in West Chester on June 7.

$1.5 million grant for Brandywine

The Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art has been awarded a $1.5 million state grant to make major improvements to its facility, according to Sen. Tom Killion and Rep. Steven Barrar, who supported funding for the project.

Killion said the grant will be used to fulfill the $13 million dollar capital improvement project, “Transforming the Wyeth Experience.”

This wide-ranging effort, which extends beyond the Brandywine’s main campus into adjacent historic properties, will

expand the museum’s café, address ADA accessibility issues, and reconfigure the facility’s floorplan to improve visitors’ experience.

Additional investment in the building’s systems will include HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and fire suppression improvements.

“In addition to creating additional jobs, this project will help to promote tourism and economic growth in Delaware County and bring new visitors to our area,” Killion said. “This will have a ripple effect

for other businesses and help preserve and improve a local treasure that highlights the extraordinary beauty of the Brandywine region in Pennsylvania.”

“The Brandywine Conservancy & Museum is an integral part of our community and rich with our area’s cultural heritage,” Barrar said.

“This project will undoubtedly increase tourism to the community, benefiting local restaurants, hotels, businesses and residents.

I am thrilled to support this project.”

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