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fig速 fall 2014 | issue no. 12 | the fresh, fashionable, & flavorful of west chester, pennsylvania
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CREATIVE
COLLABORATION finding inspiration in west chester is an easy thing to do—all you have to do
is open your eyes. The borough is a hub for creativity, and at its core is West Chester University. Educators nurture student growth and encourage inspiration, helping them to hone their talents and produce great art. Whether the medium is fine art or the performing arts, their productions are a gift to the borough— one that we celebrate and appreciate every day. The historic buildings and public spaces throughout town are works of art in themselves. As they provide the backdrop for us to find our own inspiration, local artists adorn gallery walls with their creations and some even take their talents to the streets by creating murals. As you’re reading this, volunteers are working together to restore art in West Chester’s Marshall Square Park for us all to enjoy. And the Uptown! Entertainment Alliance is renovating the historic West Chester Armory to give the borough its own theatre. In the pages of this issue, we’ve gathered the best of art in West Chester—from ballet to theatre, oil paintings to clay pottery and beyond. Flip the pages, find your inspiration, and find out how you can be a part of the creative collaboration in West Chester. Meet the entire creative and talented team who make Fig® possible at figwestchester.com.
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authentic | fall 2014 | figwestchester.com authentic. true. west chester.
authentic:
karen cavin OF THE 5 SENSES
When it comes to West Chester, there are few more authentic than Karen Cavin. After moving here more than 30 years ago, Karen immediately fell for the borough’s cultural character and she hasn’t looked back since. “I don’t even eat outside of West Chester. I haven’t been to the mall in years. Why would I? There’s everything here,” she laughs. To Karen, West Chester is a truly unique town with unmatched dining, entertainment, shopping, and—thanks to Karen—arts. You probably know Karen as the owner of The 5 Senses. In May of 2005, she opened the doors to her store after working for many
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years as a graphic designer. “I really liked making things with my hands. I’m not a painter or drawer, but I really liked making pottery and jewelry. I noticed that the functional artists didn’t have as many outlets as painters do, so I opened my store as a gallery for craftspeople,” Karen says of her inspiration.
In her store she features mainly North American products that have a functional purpose. She showcases the work of more than 100 artists, at least 20 of them being from Pennsylvania. Karen also allows local artists to consign their art—a support that gives artists continued ownership of their work and a gallery to showcase it in. This support of the local arts
scene is integral to the creative culture of West Chester. Over the years, Karen has been a key player in the borough’s growth into an arts town. She explains her dedication to the local scene, “Arts and culture: we need art. Art is creativity. We need creativity in politics, government, and business. It’s one of the most important things you can teach and encourage.” It’s this creative spirit championed by local leaders like Karen that permeates West Chester; you can feel it in the air, and you can find it in The 5 Senses. the5senses.com
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LIVE ART MATTERS
CAPITAL CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE: Tom McEvoy, Uptown! Entertainment Alliance Board President Paul Woodruff, Honorary Campaign Chair Richard May, Uptown! Entertainment Alliance Treasurer Donna Coughey, Campaign Co-Chair Gary Green, Uptown! Entertainment Alliance Secretary Charlie McDermott, Campaign Co-Chair Marilyn Parsons, Uptown! Entertainment Alliance Board Member Angela Scully, Uptown! Entertainment Alliance Development Director Not pictured: Honorary Chair, Jim McErlane
6 121 north walnut street, suite 320 484.639.9004 uptownwestchester.org
THE MISSION OF UPTOWN! ENTERTAINMENT ALLIANCE
is to promote cultural, economic, and civic life experiences in Chester County through live theater, music, dance, film, and other local events in the heart of West Chester’s historic district. The mission is fulfilled by repurposing and renovating the historic West Chester Armory—located at 226 North High Street—into a theater for film and live performance. West Chester’s new theater will become the cultural hub for the more than 472,000 households within a 30 minute walking and driving range of Downtown West Chester. The Uptown! Entertainment Alliance has embarked on a Capital Campaign to raise $3.75 million to bring a theater to West Chester.
UPCOMING EVENTS friday film
Photo by Christie Green
September 12, 8 pm Cocktails and a film discussion beginning at 7:50 pm. Held at The Knights of Columbus, 110 West Market Street.
jazz cocktail hour: diane monroe & vocalist paul jost September 25, 6:30 pm An evening of cocktails, socializing, and jazz. Held at The Knights of Columbus, 110 West Market Street.
friday film
October 10, 8 pm Cocktails and a film discussion beginning at 7:50 pm. Held at The Knights of Columbus, 110 West Market Street.
jazz cocktail hour: wcu’s terry klinefelter and friends October 30, 6:30 pm An evening of cocktails, socializing, and jazz. Held at The Knights of Columbus, 110 West Market Street.
jazz cocktail hour: vocalist sara michaels & the sara michaels quartet November 20, 6:30 pm An evening of cocktails, socializing, and jazz. Held at The Knights of Columbus, 110 West Market Street.
friday film
November 14, 8 pm Cocktails and a film discussion beginning at 7:50 pm. Held at The Knights of Columbus, 110 West Market Street.
121 north walnut street,
SATURDAY,
OCTOBER 11 By joining our VINTAGE HOLLYWOOD celebration, you are helping to bring a theater to West Chester Winterthur Visitor Center 5105 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE 19735 Heavy Hors d’oeuvres • High Spirits • Dancing • Silent Auction $125 per person For more information or to purchase reservations online, visit uptownwestchester.org/events.html
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giving back | fall 2014 | figwestchester.com authentic. true. west chester. Pictured is the Fountain Restoration Committee of Marshall Square Park which has more than 75 members.
The park was founded in 1848 and is 7 years older than Central Park in New York City.
giving back:
the friends of marshall square park
What makes a good friend? A friend is supportive, trustworthy, caring, and devoted. A friend is someone who will support you when you’re down, and will lend you a hand to help you stand again. The Friends of Marshall Square Park are just that—good friends. Anne Walters, Gordon Woodrow, Jeff Beitel, and Jim Salvas, together form the Fountain Restoration Committee of the Friends of Marshall Square Park. The park’s history reaches back to 1878 when it was initially formed and the group aims to help it shine again by restoring and preserving its historic integrity. More than a century ago, a beautiful Victorian fountain stood as a prominent and much-loved feature of Marshall Square Park. Sadly, over
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the course of many decades, the fountain was neglected and fell into disrepair. The basin where the fountain sat was eventually filled with soil and the beautiful cast iron Victorian fountain was discarded in a field. Many years after its removal, Gene Gagliardi and his late wife Joan, saved this fountain from complete destruction, respecting its legacy and documenting its original structure. Now the Friends of Marshall Square Park intend to resurrect the famous cast iron fountain, modeling a new landmark while staying true to the original structure. For now, the Friends of Marshall Square Park have cleaned out the overgrown basin and groomed a garden around it of annual and perennial flowers and shrubbery. Gordon Woodrow says, “Restoring this fountain gives West Chester an important
anchor for the eastern entrance to the borough and is a continued reminder of our history in volunteer, community-supported parks and recreation. In addition, it’s a fitting way to honor Joan Chandlee Gagliardi, who worked tirelessly to locate the fountain and have it donated, making life a little more beautiful for all citizens of West Chester.” West Chester owes a great deal of thanks to Joan, Gene, Anne, Gordon, Jeff, and Jim for their tireless work in preserving this piece of art at Marshall Square Park for all to enjoy. Please consider donating to The Friends of West Chester Parks and Recreation. Mail your check to P.O. Box 1894, West Chester, PA, 19380 and specify your donation is to be used for Fountain Restoration. The Capital Campaign for Restoration and Installation kicks off on Oct. 25.
Bottle label designed by local artist Jeff Schaller
pumpkin ale is back! Starting Friday, September 5th, Pumpkin Ale will be on tap and The Great Imperial Pumpkin Bottled Reserve will be available for purchase. Check out IronHillBrewery.com for pumpkin beer events throughout September and October. 3 west gay street 610.738.9600 ironhillbrewery.com
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Generous support provided by:
SUNSET HILL FINE ARTS GALLERY
FIRST FRIDAY
OCTOBER 3 5 pm – 9 pm
Art shows throughout Downtown West Chester. Make an evening of it!
Galleries: Sunset Hill Fine Arts Gallery The 5 Senses Visual Expansion Gallery The Art Trust Gallery at Meridian Bank Church Street Gallery One Night Only Art Shows: Chester County Cat Hospital DNB First Bank Fox Chase Bank Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union The Hickman Hotel Warner Kreutz Creek Winery Tish Boutique Wells Fargo Bank Complete list at GreaterWestChester.com Enjoy on-street metered parking* *Free after 5 pm!
Mark your calendar: FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2014 for the Mars Drinks Old-Fashioned Christmas parade presented by QVC!
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find the very best
LOCAL ARTISTS at The 5 Senses
bob deane pottery Media, PA Hand-built covered jar
robin & jim flynn Newtown Square, PA Turned wood and fused glass cheese & cracker serving piece
leslie marsh
West Chester, PA Metal, ‘found things’ Coptic bound book
robin & jim flynn Newtown Square, PA Turned wood and fused glass hors d’oeuvre serving piece
diane hanna
Allentown, PA Stone-beaded bracelets
bob deane pottery Media, PA White lizard glazed bowl
michael cho pottery Allentown, PA Stoneware jar & vases
REPRESENTING NORTH AMERICAN AND REGIONAL ARTISTS FUNKY FINDS AND UNIQUE GIFTS FOR EVERY OCCASION FAIR-TRADE PRODUCTS
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CREATIVE WEST CHESTER IS A HUB FOR INNOVATIVE AND CREATIVE THINKERS
THINKERS
“We work and live in an environment created by architects such as Thomas U. Walter and T. Roney Williamson, where innovative artists like Horace Pippin interpreted daily life like never before and America's pre-eminent composer Samuel Barber learned his craft. It's part of the very soul of West Chester that nurtures the creative spirit.”
malcolm johnstone
with a thriving university at its core.
executive director of the west chester bid
Every day, small businesses open their doors and open their minds, moving from the conceptualized to the concrete; city organizations act as creative architects, promoting development in unprecedented ways; local leaders invest in the infrastructure of our borough, finding creative ways to stimulate economic growth; and the educators and students of West Chester University motivate us to think in new ways.
“I think West Chester is very colorful, in sight, sound and smell! I am inspired daily by the beauty of the historic architecture, the buzz of the streets on a Saturday night, the access to local, fresh foods and fabulous restaurants, and the energy of a college town. West Chester gives me a small town feel with big city goals.” lori zytkowicz owner/innkeeper, faunbrook b&b
We want to know what moves these creative thinkers to act. We asked them, “How does the West Chester inspire your creative process?” They answered… “Whenever you meander down our brick sidewalks, peak in our shops, or talk to our locals, you realize you’re a part of something special—a living, breathing community of like-minds working to improve not only themselves, but those around them. Our borough exudes a creative spirit that other locales simply can’t match, and all it takes is a step outside to realize our advantage.”
kymberly robinson
owner of stratus interactive
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“Some of West Chester's most innovative and creative minds are members of The Rotary Club of West Chester. The weekly opportunity to interact with this great group of Rotarians keeps the creative juices flowing.” john schwab president of west chester rotary club “There is an esprit de corps in West Chester unlike anywhere else I have lived. It inspires enthusiasm and a strong desire to contribute creatively to the community. Many visitors—who come to this town to live, work, study, worship, or just relax—become members of a group that considers West Chester home.” richard may rkm advisors, uptown! alliance, west chester bid “The energy in West Chester is motivating and inspiring. The town is full of positive and creative people that inspire people to create, innovate, and lead. I love having West Chester as the home for our corporate office because I feel it is always moving forward while still honoring the history of the past. It has inspired me to become a better and more innovative entrepreneur.”
dave magrogan
the dave magrogan group
“There has been so much going on in the past 10 years in West Chester that it has been a challenge to find ways to incorporate all the new ideas that have created the great town we know today. But that is what has brought out the best in our involved citizens—many people working together to discover the best ideas and then make them happen. As an example, restaurants wanted to have outside dining in the summer but we didn't want to lose parking permanently. So, we came up with temporary dining platforms. I think we were the first town to do this!” holly brown west chester borough council president “I find running in downtown West Chester to be a great stress reliever. I usually bring my dog—a Great Dane named Cappy—with me and scope out the scenery, take in the life of the town. It’s inspiring to see all the great small boutique shops and restaurants continuing to pop up. Some of Iron Hill’s best ideas were spawned from these jaunts, like our Twilight Criterium bike race, which has turned into a community-wide party every summer.” kevin finn president, iron hill brewery & restaurant “I am inspired by the people who make up West Chester’s diverse communities: residents, businesses, students, faculty, artists, non-profits, neighbors, visitors. We have a tremendous capacity to create new ideas when we bring our diverse heads together!” carolyn t. comitta mayor of west chester “West Chester is one of the truly great towns in the commonwealth. It has gone through several cycles of prosperity over the years. It's a dynamic place that's always in a state of change. It's WC’s past that provides the inspiration and innovation for creating a better future.” eli kahn e. kahn development corp “The West Chester area has such a rich blend of history, education, arts, culture, and industry. You can have dinner in a Revolutionary War era inn, sitting next to some of the country’s brightest technological innovators and artists. It’s an inspiring, invigorating place to be. I also love that so many people here also really care about helping those in their community who are less fortunate.” jim scanlon superintendent of schools at west chester area school district
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Leadership is Learned FOR BOYS AND GIRLS IN PRESCHOOL THROUGH 5TH GRADE friday, september 19, 12:30 pm with International Day of Peace Celebration
saturday, october 18, 11 am with Fall Fair & Alumni Homecoming
tuesday, november 11, 10 – 11 am Pumpkin Time for Two-Year-Olds
saturday, november 22, 10 am with the WCFS Annual Book Fair For more information, please call 610.696.2937
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LOCAL
GALLERIES
stop by and say hello, visit an opening, and fall in love with the art of west chester.
SUNSET HILL JEWELERS & FINE ARTS GALLERY fall art openings:
October 3 Christine Burke & Colin Courtney November 7 16th Annual Miniature Painting Show
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CREATIVE
VOICES
meet one of the fig® bloggers
For many, West Chester is a place of red brick store fronts, law offices and, of course, restaurants. Near its center is the imposing edifice of the Justice Center, which seems to project a rather staid image of the town.
Read more from Catherine C. Quillman’s blog “Quillscripts” on figwestchester.com
artists of West Chester feel that they need to have anything but a neighborly approach to getting their art work “out there,” as they say. As artist James Lee Burk puts it, “it’s a scene without an art scene.”
That may be one reason why it’s easy to forget that the local art scene—centered in recent years on Gallery Walks and popular outdoor painting days—has long been an important draw to the borough.
Burk had his start exhibiting in local restaurants and now sells regularly out of his studio, a converted carriage house behind Halliday Florist. Others take part in the annual Chester County Studio Tour. chestercountystudiotour.com
At one point, in fact, those in the business of selling images—the town's gallery owners—came up with the motto “Small town, Big Art” to promote the idea that one didn’t need to go the big city to discover art. That isn’t to say that the numerous
Regardless of the approach, there is an built-in art market known as Brandywine Art Tradition. It’s an artistic identity some artists I know trace to Indian Hannah, who along with her dogs, Elmun and Putmoe, wandered from town to town, selling her
handmade brooms and woven baskets. I associate the tradition with the illustrator N.C. Wyeth who helped to found the Chester County Art Association and even designed its logo. Wyeth mentored the folk artist Horace Pippin, who in turn influenced a long line of artists, including such borough “Modernists” as Tom Bostelle and Harry Dunn. As I’ll try to explain in future blog entries, you never know what artists will do next in West Chester. To paraphrase Bostelle, who once placed koi fish in the Brandywine, they have grown with their surroundings. Catherine C. Quillman, quillman-publications.com Find Catherine’s blog on figwestchester.com
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opening this fall! As they renovate their new location, Mercato Ristorante’s aesthetic will be reminiscent of a farmhouse with an industrial flare. See what it’s all about this fall.
Meet new local businesses that add to the texture of our thriving downtown. Look for our Fig® Fresh Faces in every issue.
fresh face: mercato ristorante & bar After traveling by boat across the expansive Atlantic Ocean from the shores of Naples, Italy, the Mercato Ristorante’s brick oven finally found its home in West Chester. Now starting this fall, they’ll be serving you artisan pastas, small plates, and a crudo menu alongside brick-oven Neapolitan pizza. Mercato Ristorante’s brick oven isn’t the only thing straight from the shores of Italy, owner Alfredo Giannaccari grew up there. It was there that he discovered his passion for the culinary world. At 11 he learned to age meat and make homemade sausage during days spent at his father’s butcher shop. At 13 he learned how to make bread and mastered the art of homemade mozzarella while working in his uncle’s bakery. Since moving to America in 1996, he has been bringing Italian tradition to the table every day.
Alfredo and his wife, Barb, will now open their fourth restaurant in West Chester. The menu will be heavily influenced by Southern Italian Cuisine and will feature Alfredo’s authentic recipes that he perfected during years of hands-on experience. With an expansive selection of pasta and fish dishes, it does not go unnoticed that with each plate, there is a taste of his Italian roots. Mercato Ristorante will also boast a wine cellar for private parties to experience a more intimate setting, as well as covered patio dining with a beautiful view of Church and Market streets. Head to Mercato Ristorante for truly authentic cuisine. “Fresh” and “homemade” are two words you’ll regularly hear (and taste) from Barb and Alfredo. “Delicious” and “delectable” are just two of the words you’ll hear from those who have had the good fortune to taste their cuisine.
33 west market street
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LOCAL
ARTISTS
“Extending a Kiss” Oil on canvas
west chester’s creatives make their mark on the borough in brilliant color.
“Golden Hour” Pastel
“Bring On The Bubbly” 3' x 2', Acrylic
ANNETTE ALESSI
DENISE VITOLLO
KYLE WHARY
Annette Alessi is a figurative and landscape artist beginning her career 27 years ago as a fashion illustrator for Alfred Angelo Bridals, and more recently exploring landscapes while greatly inspired by the Wyeths and having studied with Karl Kuerner. She has been published in the book 100 Artists of the Brandywine Valley, interviewed by The Wilmington News Journal, among others. She teaches at Chester County Art Association, privately in her studio, and other venues. Visit her studio by appointment. See her 2014/15 exhibits, Delaware County Community College, a solo exhibit at Penn State Malvern Campus, and others. Commission work accepted.
Denise Vitollo, BFA (Printmaking), MFA (Illustration), MEd (Art Education), is a juried member of the Pastel Society of America, and an alumna of the Vermont Studio Center. Her work is a study of light, shadow, and enhanced color. Although pastel is her primary medium, she also works in watercolor and oils. Mainly a plein air painter, she has participated in a number of outdoor painting events. Denise is an exhibiting artist at the Historic Yellow Springs Art Show, Chester County Art Association shows, and the Chester County Studio Tour, among other venues. She has taught up to and including the graduate school level, and currently teaches at Padua Academy. Denise’s studio is open by appointment, and she accepts commissions.
Kyle Whary is an elementary art teacher by day, professional artist by night. He works in the styles of realism, abstract, and pop. Kyle’s artwork and subject matter continues to evolve. His latest pieces of large scale wine and spirits are an exploration of bringing to life the play of light and reflection. He is currently working on scenes of West Chester and his paintings are on display regularly at Pietro’s Prime in West Chester. You can contact Kyle for custom-made pieces or for private painting parties.
610.742.7474 alessicreations.com AlessiCreations
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610.430.7880 denisevitollo.com dvitollo@verizon.net
kylewharyart.com kylewharyart@yahoo.com kyle whary art painting with kyle
“A New Day” Pastel
KAREN DELANEY
CHRISTINA ODDO
LELE GALER
This five and a half feet tall, powder-coated steel sculpture adorns the front yard of a West Chester home. Karen enjoys combining intense colors and creating simplified forms in her outdoor work. Contact Karen to create an accent for your yard or garden.
Travels, appreciation for the natural world, and love of painting have shaped Christina’s vision as an artist. She creates expressive, realistic pastel paintings that capture fleeting moments of rich color and luminosity in a landscape. Christina participates in many juried exhibitions, outdoor shows, and has artwork in local galleries, including private collections throughout the country. Contact Christina if you are interested in capturing that special place as a pastel.
Galer is an oil and encaustic painter and a mig-welded steel abstract sculptor. She has completed over 60 public art murals and she exhibits regularly in local galleries and art shows. Please contact Lele if you are interested in buying her work or if would like to commission something completely new and amazing.
“Creating site specific sculpture is a challenge I welcome, and seeing my sculpture incorporated into unique settings is a pleasure.” – Karen Delaney
karendelaneystudio.com karen_delaney_2000@yahoo.com
610.942.4045 costudios.com christina.oddo@costudios.com
Join Lele every Thursday from 4 – 8 pm at Galer Estate Vineyard and Winery to find her art as well as the work of other local artists. 20% of proceeds go to support the renovation project at Tick Tock Early Learning Center. Galer Estate Vineyard is located just behind Longwood Gardens. For more information, please find the calendar of art shows at galerestate.com.
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the landscape, re-imagined.
Upcoming exhibition information at gregoryblue.com 507 studio
507 Sharpless Street, West Chester
484.888.8433
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24/7 PROJECT
HOURS CITIES
Darcie Goldberg | Photo Rhoda Kahler | Clay An artistic exhibition chronicling the 24-hour adventures of photographer Darcie Goldberg and ceramic artist Rhoda Kahler in 7 East Coast cities, photographing sites and people and creating impressions from architectural details which capture these sights as never seen before. The artwork created from these adventures will be on exhibition at the New Gallery, West Chester University, January 2015. Watch and follow these two artists merge their worlds of photography and clay. @24/7Project
@24_7Project
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MAKE ART HISTORY BE A PART OF OUR FUTURE Support the CCAA Building Project by joining the Donor Tile Program
CCAA The Donor Tile Program is an opportunity for you to support the renovation and expansion of the Chester County Art Association’s building while permanently integrating your name (or an honored person’s name) into a mosaic tile artwork created by CCAA artist-member Rhoda Kahler. Rhoda Kahler’s 14' x 4.5' mosaic composition will be installed in the newly renovated and expanded CCAA building.
Visit ccaabuildingproject.weebly.com for more details and updates about the building and campaign and learn the various ways our renovations will impact the community.
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ART ON THE STAGE
west chester’s creatives take the stage and enliven the borough.
WEST CHESTER STUDIO FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
FALL REGISTRATION BEGINS NOW! classes start September 13
CELEBRATING ITS 21ST CONCERT SEASON chester county’s premier chamber choral ensemble the brandywinesingers.org
ghosts, goblins, ghouls, & choral music OCTOBER 25 7:30 pm west chester
george frideric handel-messiah
DECEMBER 20 7:30 pm, DECEMBER 21 3 pm, west chester & chestnut hill with the world-renowned Tempesta di Mare baroque orchestra
celtic folk songs
MARCH 14 7:30 pm west chester
night • music of dusk ‘til dawn MAY 16 7:30 pm west chester
ACTING & MUSICAL THEATER CLASSES FOR CHILDREN & ADULTS
we propel the serious & nurture the novice! 484.995.2915 westchesterstudio.com
experience the 2014 – 2015 season
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317 westtown road, suite #5 610.696.2711 brandywineballet.org
experience MUSIC, DANCE, PERFORMANCES, and DISTINGUISHED SPEAKERS right here in West Chester the williamsburg salsa orchestra
OCTOBER 10 7:30 pm Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall Philips Memorial Building Orchestra: Adults $20 Seniors/Students $15 Balcony: Adults $17 Seniors/Students $13 The Williamsburg Salsa Orchestra is a thrilling 11-piece salsa group which plays dynamic arrangements of indie rock tunes we love. This is innovative, astonishing salsa with a new, vibrant aesthetic.
gaelic storm
OCTOBER 16 8 pm Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall Philips Memorial Building Orchestra: Adults $20 Seniors/Students $15 Balcony: Adults $17 Seniors/Students $13 In 1997, Gaelic Storm appeared in the film Titanic as the steerage band. With their signature acoustic production, Gaelic Storm blend indie-folk and world grooves with Celtic tradition to bring you a memorable night of music.
voca people
NOVEMBER 14 7:30 pm Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall Philips Memorial Building Orchestra: Adults $25 Seniors/Students $20 Balcony: Adults $20 Seniors/Students $15 You won’t believe your ears! No instruments, no sound tricks. Just eight incredible talents breathing life into the greatest music on Earth! Full of energy and bursting with fun, this international hit features over 70 a cappella and beat box versions of the songs you and your whole family love, including favorites from Madonna, Queen, and even Mozart!
jackie joyner-kersee: running the race with grace and humility on and off the track NOVEMBER 21 8 pm Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall Philips Memorial Building Orchestra: $25 Balcony: $20
Jackie Joyner-Kersee dominated the track and field circuit for 13 years and won three gold,
one silver, and two bronze medals spanning four Olympic Games during her illustrious career. A health advocate and humanitarian, she shares her life story and work with audiences around the country.
national marionette theatre presents pinocchio DECEMBER 6 2 pm Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre Performing Arts Center General Admission: Adults $8 Seniors/Students $5
Follow Pinocchio as he goes on a series of adventures and discovers that only by being truthful, selfless, and kind to others will he realize his dream of becoming a real live boy. Recommended for family audiences ages four and up. Running time for this production is approximately one hour.
vertical current
DECEMBER 12 7:30 pm Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre Performing Arts Center General Admission: Adults $20 Seniors/Students $15 Vertical Current (also known as “VC”) is not your typical quintet despite the very unassuming instrumentation (bass/drums/keys/trumpet/guitar). VC brings the mass appeal of pop music, the charisma of jazz, the groove of funk, and the soul of gospel. Join them for an exclusive Christmasthemed performance!
jane pauley: your life calling
MARCH 6 8 pm Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall Philips Memorial Building Orchestra: $25 Balcony: $20 A respected broadcast journalist for over 30 years, Jane Pauley’s career has spanned morning, primetime, and daytime television, making her one of the most recognizable personalities in America. This practical, inspirational speech allows people to see themselves in a powerful new way.
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AN ARTFUL THE VISUAL ARTS AT WCU EDUCATION student work: sculpture
student work: painting student work: ceramic
E.O. BULL CENTER FOR THE ARTS GALLERY fall 2014 – spring 2015 uncommon denominator: a mentor’s influence September 2 – October 17 Artist Reception: Wednesday, September 3 4 – 7 pm lost and found philadelphia dumpster divers October 27 – December 12 Artist Reception: Thursday, October 30 4 – 7 pm
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the 24/7 project darcie goldberg & rhoda kahler January 26 – February 27 Artist Reception: Thursday, January 29 4 – 7 pm past & present john baker, sally van orden & gus sermas March 9 – April 10 Artist Reception: Thursday, March 12 4 – 7 pm department of art + design bfa exhibition April 22 – May 8 Open Reception: Wednesday, April 22 5 – 8 pm
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KNAUER GALLERY fall 2014 – spring 2015 delaware valley art league August 27 – October 3 Artist Reception: Sunday, September 7 1 – 3 pm victor spinski: retrospective October 15 – November 14 Artist Reception: Wednesday, October 15 4 – 7 pm wireless: milton friedly November 19 – December 19 Artist Reception: Thursday, November 20 4 – 7 pm father and son: lawrence welker iii & lawrence welker iv January 26 – February 20 Artist Reception: Wednesday, February 4 4 – 7 pm beg borrow steel: stan smokler March 2 – April 3 Artist Reception: Thursday, March 5 4 – 7 pm alumni exhibition: kate brockman, brian hearns, drew jordan & erica volpe April 13 – May 15 Artist Reception: Thursday, April 16 4 – 7 pm Rhoda Kahler & John Baker
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capturing the
BEAUTY OF GOD’S CREATION FALL HYMN FESTIVAL October 12 The Beauty of God’s Creation, featuring the Choirs, Brass, and Organ of First Presbyterian Church. 4 pm.
PHOTO EXHIBIT October 12 – November 16 Featuring work by local photographers Jim Serum and Terry Scholl.
JOIN US for worship on Sundays. 8, 9, & 10:30 am
34 130 west miner street
610.696.0554 firstpreswc.com
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SAVe THE hIsTORY that saved America
You can help the Chester County Historical Society save evidence of a Chester County man’s principled stand against slavery and injustice. In 1855 Passmore Williamson was jailed for refusing to cooperate in recovering an enslaved woman after she gained freedom with his assistance. Last year, Williamson’s prison visitors’ book won the “People’s Choice Award” in the campaign to save Pennsylvania’s Top 10 Endangered Artifacts. The book is fragile and crumbling, but with your assistance we can preserve the signatures of Frederick Douglass and the hundreds of other abolitionists who visited Williamson in jail, as well as the letters of support that came from all over the world. Your gift will help save this treasure and allow us to share the book and Williamson’s story with future generations by creating online access to images of the book and information about his supporters. Make a gift online at ChesterCoHistorical.org or please contact David B. Reinfeld at 610.692.4800 x 267 or dreinfeld@chestercohistorical.org.
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CUT & COLOR FACIAL & MASSAGE MAKEUP & WAXING NEW MANI & PEDI SPACE
Salon and Spa
INDULGE YOURSELF visit our new mani/pedi salon! 36 122 south high street 610.429.1800 avantesalon.com
appts can be made by phone, online, & walk-ins welcome
ENGAGEMENT RINGS WEDDING BANDS DESIGNER JEWELRY WHOLESALE DIAMOND PRICES
Where Chester County
gets engaged Owner, Ron Gadol
BIG Diamond Importers and Fine Jewelry has been supplying top-quality diamonds to Chester County and the Tri-State area for over 22 years. We were voted one of the best jewelers in Chester County. Diamond engagement rings and wedding bands are our specialty! Unlike internet wholesalers, our customers can come to our store and see our quality selection in person. Our priority is to provide our customers with experienced, personal service and complete satisfaction. 15 west gay street 610.692.7707
www.bigsdiamonds.com
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SOCIAL MISSION
At Fig® we believe in the power of a community that works together to identify needs and find solutions—one that creates community connections and is passionate about helping its neighbors. We believe in the mission of Safe Harbor—our 2014 Social Mission Partner. Please consider giving to them with your dollars and your time.
one day and one person at a time. “Safe Harbor is a comforting concept when all you know is abuse and isolation. The kindness and the generosity that has been offered is mind-blowing. In short, I went from a skull-fractured, bleeding, bruised, heart-broken, beat up and homeless shell, to a sincerely happy, somewhat well-adjusted independent person. I would never wish homelessness on anyone but [I do wish] they could just experience the kindness I have known in, of all places, a homeless shelter.” – Dawn, October 2012 Almost 90% of the funds needed to run Safe Harbor’s shelter come from supporters in our community. So many local businesses, organizations and individuals provide services, goods, and money which allow us to continue our mission to serve the homeless men and women in Chester County. Thank you. Much of these funds come through our annual fundraising events. We hope you will consider supporting us and joining us at our 7th Annual Safe Harbor Golf Classic at Whitford Country Club on Monday September 22. Details can be found on our website or by calling 610.701.5680. Limited sponsorship opportunities are available. Golf is limited to 100; please sign up now.
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CHANGING LIVES 7th Annual Safe Harbor Golf Classic Whitford Country Club September 22
LOVING LOCAL + COMMUNITY COOPERATION
invest in west chester, consider becoming a memberowner in the new west chester food cooperative.
“We want to revitalize and celebrate our connections with each other and with the earth which sustains us. These connections have become obscured by the modern industrial food system,” says Suzanne Adams, a founding member of the West Chester Food Co-op. The Swarthmore Co-op has been doing just that since 1937, and now the West Chester community has an opportunity to do the same.
Food cooperatives (co-ops for short) are community-owned businesses that support local food producers and the local economy, and strengthen community through cooperation, education, and care for others. Food co-op dollars stay in the community, flowing to local food producers, local employees of the co-op, and back to local member owners as patronage dividends. The West Chester Food Co-op will be open to all; shoppers will be able to understand where their food is coming from and have the confidence that comes from dealing with a principled, community-owned business that
EAT LOCAL
measures success not merely in dollars but in community well being. The West Chester Food Co-op is part of a wave of food co-op activity in the Philadelphia region, where there are at least seven new food co-ops in various stages of development. Food co-ops are a force for change in the food system as they return control of the food supply to local communities. Cooperatives take loving local and community cooperation to new heights, and we can’t wait to see what the West Chester Food Co-op has in store. Find out more at facebook.com/WestChesterFoodCooperative
LOVE LOCAL BUY LOCAL
The Swarthmore Co–op is a community-owned food market located in the heart of the Swarthmore Borough. While we rely on our members’ support, the Co–op is open to all, members and shoppers. For more than 76 years, the Swarthmore Co–op has been providing our community with healthy and locally sourced food while supporting the local economy.
FAST & FRESH LUNCH OPTIONS FULL-SERVICE BUTCHER SEAFOOD COUNTER PREPARED FOODS PRODUCE & GROCERY LOCAL & ORGANIC 341 dartmouth avenue, swarthmore 610.543.9805 swarthmore.coop 39
CELEBRATING 25 YEARS OF GROWING SWEET CORN
2013 CHESTER COUNTY FARMER OF THE YEAR
TREASURES FROM THE EARTH harvested daily
more than 200 acres of farmland Providing the highest quality produce in the most environmentally responsible way. Come taste for yourself! Open April – November; Monday – Saturday 9 am – 6:30 pm and Sunday 9 am – 6 pm.
Love Local
40 1225 east street road 610.399.3711 petesproducefarm.corn
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CHESTER COUNTY RESTAURANT FESTIVAL
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 NOON – 5 pm
The Chester County Restaurant Festival has expanded to Market Street! Relax at the beer and wine garden on North Church Street and watch the Chester County Culinary Cook-Off competition on the historic Chester County Courthouse steps.
free to attend!
Presented by the West Chester Parks & Recreation Department. See details at DowntownWestChester.com—including information on parking.
• 60 restaurants and food vendors • • 120 crafters • • 7 live bands on 3 stages •
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West Chester Restaurant Week now takes place the week before the Chester County Restaurant Festival—September 12 – 20. Enjoy the culinary scene in downtown West Chester where participating restaurants offer special multi-course, fixed-price menus for lunch or dinner. Details at DowntownWestChester.com. chestercountyrestaurantfestival.com
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U NIO NV IL L E • P E NNS Y L V A NIA
ExcitEmEnt•ElEgancE•EntErtainmEnt
EvEnting! Mark your calendars for the 7th
Plantation Field International Horse Trials Family & friends will enjoy a spectacular weekend in the country with exciting equestrian competition, entertainment, shopping in Vendor Village (over 50 shops), Beer Garden and so much more! Kid’s Corner
Carnival games, petting zoo, face painting, mechanical bull
Tailgate Competition
Theme: “Dancing with the Stars” • Sunday only Vendor & Sponsorship opportunities available New 3-star course designed by Michael Etherington-Smith!
© Steve Berkowitz
PLANTATION FIELD INTERNATIONAL HORSE TRIALS
BEST.EVENT.EVER.
SEPTEMBER•19-21•2014 For a schedule of events or to order tickets, go to our website:
plantationfieldhorsetrials.com
General Admission only $
20 per car load.
FREE admission on Friday
Help us help them! Our 2014 beneficiaries are: Chester County Food Bank • The Barn at Spring Brook Farm Work to Ride • The Cheshire Land Preservation Fund
HHH Bring out your bling! Our 2014 theme is “Dancing With the Stars.” Become a sponsor and dance with our eventing stars! (Fox)trot on over to our website for more information.
FALL EVENTS IN WEST CHESTER swingin’ summer thursday SEPTEMBER 4, 6:30 PM Swingin’ Summer Thursdays brings great bands, wonderful food, crafters, clowns, jugglers and more to Downtown West Chester. FREE for the whole family. downtownwestchester.com
first friday & vintage garage sale SEPTEMBER 5, 5 PM Treasures of all kinds—vintage and new—await you in Downtown West Chester during the First Friday & Vintage Garage Sale events. avintagegaragesale.com
west chester restaurant week SEPTEMBER 12 – 21 The culinary scene in Downtown West Chester has participating restaurants offering special multicourse, fixed-price menus for lunch or dinner. It’s a chance to discover new eateries at a great value. downtownwestchester.com
wine dinner at teca SEPTEMBER 15, 7 PM Teca Restaurant & Wine Bar presents a 5-course Wine Dinner featuring Charles Krug and Divining Rod wines. Shawn Jellesma will provide information on wines of the Mondavi family coupled with a special menu by Chef Gianluca created to compliment the wine selections. Call 610.738.8244 for reservations. tecawc.com
chester county restaurant festival
dracula at brandywine ballet
SEPTEMBER 21, NOON - 5 PM Lots of food and fun from noon to 5 pm in downtown West Chester. downtownwestchester.com
OCTOBER 24 – 26 Bram Stoker’s Dracula is set to dance by Nancy Page and performed by the Brandywine Ballet Company with various performance times. It’s the story of a forbidden Victorian romance between beautiful Mina and the beguiling Count Dracula set amidst eerily lit castles and sun-drenched terraces. The tragic story unfolds with impeccable soloing, sensual pas de deux, and exhilarating ensemble dancing. Tantalizing costumes, sword battles, artful makeup, and an emotionally moving musical score make Dracula ghoulish fun for all. Performances at Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall. brandywineballet.org
uptown! entertainment alliance presents: diane monroe & paul jost SEPTEMBER 25, 6 PM The Jazz Cocktail Hour Thursday evening concert series, with violinist Diane Monroe & vocalist Paul Jost presenting a new project of songs through the kaleidoscope of modern jazz. 6 pm – 7:30 pm at the Knights of Columbus Building, 110 W Market Street. $15 at the door. uptownwestchester.org
gallery walk OCTOBER 3, 5 PM An eclectic mix of gallery receptions and one-night exhibits is what makes Gallery Walk an evening of fun and surprises. More than 20 artists display their work at galleries, shops, banks, and restaurants throughout downtown —most with new works. 5 pm – 9 pm. Presented by the Greater West Chester Chamber and sponsored by the West Chester BID. greaterwestchester.com downtownwestchester.com Sponsored by
first friday & vintage garage sale October 3; 5 pm Treasures of all kinds—vintage and new—await you in Downtown West Chester during the First Friday & Vintage Garage Sale events. avintagegaragesale.com
halloween parade OCTOBER 22, 7 PM Costumes, kids, and fun starting at 7 pm. The parade gathers on Market Street between Church & Darlington and travels up Gay Street. Marching bands and cheerleading performances are featured. Free parking at the Justice Center Garage (Market & New Streets). downtownwestchester.com
uptown! entertainment alliance presents: terry klinefelter & friends OCTOBER 30, 6 PM Uptown! Entertainment Alliance presents the Jazz Cocktail Hour, a Thursday evening concert series. Featuring recording artist and West Chester University professor Terry Klinefelter—a versatile performer who is at home both in jazz clubs or the classical concert stage. She was described by the Philadelphia Inquirer as “on the cosmic cusp where Mozart might meet Mingus.” Her 2013 release, Zingaro, features original jazz compositions and standards, as well as several new songs based on the works of renowned poet Dana Gioia. 6 – 7:30 pm at the Knights of Columbus Building, 110 W Market Street. $15 at the door. uptownwestchester.org
thank you
Fig® is sponsored by the West Chester Business Improvement District (BID); they believe in the power of a unified downtown. downtownwestchester.com
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Thank you to our Community Supporters for their commitment to a thriving downtown economy. Although they may not be located in the borough, they believe in the power of buying local and shopping small. Take time this fall to visit these businesses—and tell them Fig® sent you!
Even more Fig® events are updated daily on our events calendar at figwestchester.com
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featuring artists who
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ONE-OF-A-KIND FURNITURE, SCULPTURE, LIGHTING, JEWELRY, AND CLOTHING RE-IMAGINED ART FROM FOUND OBJECTS & RECLAIMED MATERIALS
artistry for the home
creativity to wear
whimsy to delight the mind
44 1351 west strasburg road, village of marshallton 215.704.7419 themerchantofmenace.net
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fresh face:
studio882
Chad and Katie Groves have done their fair share of travelling. This worldly duo has most recently lived in Australia, but when it was time to settle down they chose beautiful and historic Chadds Ford. Now that they’ve made a home for themselves in this idyllic countryside, they’re making a home for you with their stylish furniture store and interior design services. Within Studio 882, Katie and Chad have carefully curated an inspiring gallery of quality furniture, fabrics, and accessories for your home. The showroom has the appealing aesthetic of a fine art gallery, with rich textures and ambient lighting. Yet, Studio 882 has a welcoming hands-on atmosphere as their selections are meant to be touched and enjoyed for years to come. “Our focus is on versatility and longevity—on pieces that can travel from one decade to the next, from one room to the next, and from one use to the next,” Katie says. When choosing from their collection of fine furniture, you also have the ability to customize and choose from fabrics and finishes. If you find yourself lost in the great expanse of design selection, Studio 882’s team of interior designers can help. Whether you are in need of full-service interior design or personal shopping assistance, their goal is to help you find the perfect pieces for your home. From traditional to modern, Chad and Katie have an eye for selecting timeless styles so your home is one for the ages. Visit Studio 882, where art intersects with fine furnishings to help create your best-dressed interior. Visit studio-882.com to learn more and browse the wide range of products and brands for sale.
Chad & Katie Groves
Meet new local businesses that add to the texture of our thriving community. Look for our Fig® Fresh Faces in every issue.
882 baltimore pike, chadds ford 610.314.8820 studio-882.com
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where magical moments happen On the south corner of West Chester, Faunbrook provides a wonderful twoacre setting for quiet, elegant visits— a perfect venue for weddings and events: for 2 to 100 guests. 699 West Rosedale Avenue 610.436.5788 faunbrook.com food
your event and party solution What began over 150 years ago as a general store, Triple Fresh offers award winning catering service for weddings, parties and life events using only the freshest, local ingredients. 801 East Doe Run Road, East Fallowfield 610.384.5037 triplefresh.net
flowers
picture perfect floral designs Committed to offering only the finest floral arrangements and gifts, backed by friendly and prompt service, Kati Mac Floral Designs offers solutions for any and all events! 36 South High Street 610.431.9414 katimacfloraldesigns.com
a new way to connect
PAINT FOR FUN!
check out our specials and event calendar online!
GIRLS NIGHT OUT, DATE NIGHT, COMPANY TEAM BUILDING AND STAFF PARTIES, BIRTHDAY PARTIES, BOOK CLUBS, HOLIDAY PARTIES, BACHELORETTE PARTIES & MORE Invite your friends, bring your favorite bottle of wine and join a painting party at Kennett Design. Our painting events are suited to all age groups—from those who have never held a paint brush before to art enthusiasts. All art supplies and instruction are provided. Each participant leaves with their own personal masterpiece. Visit Kennett-Design.com for a schedule of our group painting events or to learn more about hosting a private painting party. Use discount code 5OFFFIG to receive $5 off the regular registration price for a 2 or 3 hour painting event.
117 west state street, kennett square 610.444.4400 kennett-design.com
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HARD WORK yields delicious results! MOVIE IN THE VINEYARD: BRIDESMAIDS SEPTEMBER 6
Enjoy an evening under the stars in the vineyard! Pack a picnic or enjoy delicious food from a local food truck! There will be free popcorn available along with our wine list by the glass and bottle! Live music by Tim Williams before the movie 2 – 5 pm $15 per person.
WINE, BODY, SOUL; YOGA IN THE VINEYARD 9/7, 9/19, 9/21, 10/10, 10/12, 10/19 Enjoy a 60-minute gentle yoga class with MERRYoga in our vineyard followed by a wine tasting and local lite bites farmers plate. The experience will emphasize youth, encouraging the vibrancy of spirit when balance is practiced. $35 per person.
48 124 beaver valley road, chadds ford 610.459.0808 pennswoodswinery.com
RUN THE VINEYARDS FALL 5K OCTOBER 5
Enjoy this chip-timed 5K Fall Trail Run as you run through the peaking vines and colorful fall foliage! All runners will receive a long sleeve event shirt, Run the Vineyards wine glass, and free wine tasting at this event. After the run listen to live music and enjoy food vendors with friends and family. $40 per person.
HISTORIC RESTORATION CHIMNEY RELINING CHASE COVERS AND CHIMNEY CAPS MASONRY REPAIRS CUSTOM STONE AND BRICK WORK RE-POINTING STAMPED CONCRETE MASONRY STAIN REMOVAL STUCCO REPAIR CHIMNEY INSPECTIONS
Davey Dickens, Owner Dickens Chimney Restoration
RESTORING Chester County
500 spencer road, avondale 610.470.7583 dickenschimneyrestorationinc@gmail.com
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Heron Crest Studios
FEATURED ARTISTS elizabeth breakell
Paintings in Oil High-contrast works infused with light, shadow, and atmosphere. 610.246.6287 ebreakell.com Studio 7
heidi hammel
Wearable Fiber Art Vibrant, highly textured hats and scarves hand crafted from reclaimed materials. 484.574.6018 reclaimed-creations.com Studio 9
ann guidera-matey
Pastel Paintings Emotive landscapes using strong color and texture, inspired by the Brandywine, the Eastern Shore and travels in Ireland and France. 610.505.6519 AnnGuideraMatey.com Studio 20
JOIN US in our expanded studios
on November 14 – 16, 22 – 23 margo m johnson
Paintings in Oil and Pastel Mediterranean influenced urban landscapes and seascapes. 302.652.2506 margomjohnson.com Studio 21
more than 14+ fine artists and fine artisans under one roof. sponsored by the artists of heron crest Studios. Opening Reception: Friday, Nov. 14, 6 – 9pm Saturday & Sunday, Nov. 15 & 16, 11 – 5pm Saturday & Sunday, Nov. 22 & 23, 11 – 5pm
Left to right: Elizabeth Breakell, Margo Johnson, Trudy Campbell, Heidi Hammel, Ann Guidera-Matey, TJ Walsh, Ellen Cooper, Amy Valuck, Deborah Flanagan, Lisa Liebman, and Pat Scarano.
TRUDY CAMPBELL
trudy.l.campbell@ gmail.com
TJ WALSH
tjwalshartist.com
BEVERLY BLUME SMITH (not shown)
beverlyblumesmith.com
ELLEN COOPER
ellencooper.net
BARBARA TOLLEN (not shown)
heroncreststudios.com
AMY VALUCK
aevaluck@gmail.com JOHN DILELLO (not shown)
dilello107@yahoo.com
DEBORAH FLANAGAN LISA LIEBMAN
debflan@gmail.com
KELLY ZIMMERMAN (not shown)
gkellyzart.com
lisaliebman.com
PAT SCARANO
patscarano.com
SUSAN A. FROST (not shown)
heroncreststudios.com
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DUNWOODY IS EXPANDING!
Now taking reservations for new homes featured for ages 55 and over
Ready to improv e quality your of Call us life? today!
PENROSE CARRIAGE HOMES our continuing care retirement community, set amid 83 beautiful wooded acres, is expanding!
A Non-Denominational, Not-for-Profit Continuing Care Retirement Community
Five Star Rated Healthcare & Pet Friendly
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Beginning soon, with the support of our partners at CCS Building Group, we will build 40 new villa-style homes, each featuring two-car garages, great rooms, dens, and open kitchens— as well as fireplaces and terraces. Offering beautiful views, these spacious homes—ranging from 2,105 to 3,960 sq.ft.—will feature plenty of windows to welcome the natural light and peaceful surroundings. 3500 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square 1.800.dunwoody dunwoody.org
ccs builds experiences. ccs builds relationships. ccs builds places. The award-winning CCS Building Group is an innovative leader in the construction of senior living communities and commercial projects. We have a broad scope and decades of experience, and we deliver products that reflect fresh designs while exceling at their intended use. Our involvement in each project begins at land development, offers guidance through pre-construction and design, and manages the project all the way to completion. We make sure that you get a high quality product on time and within your budget. In the meantime, we help your end user select finishes and accessories that are going to make their new space truly feel like home. 100 Willow Valley Lakes Drive, Willow Street 717.490.8090 ccsbuilds.com
professionals you can DEPEND
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brinton lake imaging services Pictured: Joanne Wyatt, Kurt Muetterties, M.D., and Ashley Quigley
Convenient scheduling for your busy life including appointments for evening, early morning, Saturdays, and Sunday. We are also proud to offer: • A relaxing atmosphere • Free parking—easy in and out • Fast results back to your physicians
• Radiologists who specialize in breast health • $99 cardiac calcium score • Lung screening CT scans & more!
300 evergreen drive, glen mills
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get obsessed! Gourmet popcorn makes a great gift! Ask about unique gift boxes and tins to share with your friends and family, or to add a distinctive flair to your next party!
Meet new local businesses that add to the texture of our community. Look for our Fig® Fresh Faces in every issue.
fresh face:
Popcorn Obsession
Zebra Caramel, Dill Pickle, Mac & Cheese, Caramel Cashew, Coconut, Chocolate Caramel Pecan. What amazing flavors can be packed into the crunch of a salty or sweet kernel of corn? We dare you to imagine a flavor that Popcorn Obsession hasn’t already tried… and they welcome the challenge! Owner Cindy Fox says, “We maintain a suggestion list and constantly consider menu additions through customer sampling.” With more than 70 flavors of gourmet popcorn ranging from savory Parmesan Garlic to sweet Heath Toffee Almond, the possibilities are nearly endless. Owners Cindy and Ben Fox set out on this journey after living in Denver where they discovered a delicious local popcorn shop. For 10 years they let the idea of creating their own store settle into their imagination until finally deciding to take the leap. Then Cindy and Ben learned from a gourmet popcorn expert in Dallas, where he demonstrated the art of flavoring popcorn while
providing the foundation for making their dream a reality. Feeling prepared and hungry for a challenge, the mother-son duo brought their popcorn obsession back to Chadds Ford. Since opening in January, Popcorn Obsession has become a favorite for both children and adults alike. Not only do they feature almost any popcorn flavor you could dream of, the front of the store is home to a candy shop stuffed wall to wall with goodies. “We carry nostalgic candies that remind adults of childhood, and also unique candies for kids. Not to mention, every Harry Potter™ candy you can think of—Butter Beer, Chocolate Frogs, Bertie Botts Every Flavour Jelly Beans.” Popcorn Obsession is bursting with fun and flavor for you to explore, give as gifts, or spice up that next wedding, party, or family gathering. Stop in, sample, and see what all the excitement is about!
54 nw corner of rt. 1 & 202—village at painters crossing (near the amc theater) 484.840.8475 popcornobsession.com
The only all-helicopter air show in the U.S.! Take an up-close look at military, police, news, and medevac helicopters doing fly-bys, talk to pilots, and even climb aboard! HOPS & HELICOPTERS
(OCT. 10 EVENT KICKOFF!)
HELICOPTER RIDES 16 JUMPERS SKY SOLDIERS BATCOPTER BATMOBILE
ROTORFEST
THE ALL HELICOPTER AIR SHOW
OCTOBER 11-12
10am – 4:30pm rain or shine american helicopter museum For details & tickets: americanhelicopter.museum
FUN & FOOD
In-air photos by Steve Vreatt
As the nation’s premier helicopter museum, we are dedicated to educating and inspiring all generations using the science and technology of vertical flight.
1220 american boulevard, west chester 610.436.9600 www.americanhelicopter.museum
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GO WHERE THE LOCALS GO for authentic
British pub fare and a homegrown alternative for comfort and community. Enjoy a scenic ride through horse country’s breathtaking pastures on the way to taste the fresh and plentiful offerings growing nearby. Our authentic pub atmosphere extends outdoors to celebrate growing season and the beauty of our surrounding grounds. Settle in and savor the season in our family-friendly setting. Enjoy our award-winning menu and fine selection of beers that have earned rave reviews and a loyal following among British Expatriates and English-fare converts. The Whip stands as a welcome reminder of the way things were – and fortunately, the way things still are.
LUNCH, DINNER & BRUNCH WEDNESDAY-MONDAY 11AM TO MIDNIGHT JOIN US TO SAVOR OUR HAND-PICKED SELECTION OF DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL BEERS AND CIDERS WITH A FOCUS ON ENGLISH BREWING TRADITIONS. MONTHLY EVENTS AND SPECIALS 1383 NORTH CHATHAM ROAD, COATESVILLE • 610.383.0600 • THEWHIPTAVERN.COM
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LIFE LIVED FORWARD Willow Valleyrepurpose lancaster’s LIVING IN FULL COLOR Creativity has always been at the heart of Willow Valley Communities’ success. With the opening of The Clubhouse this month, Willow Valley breaks through convention to create something that once again helps reimagine the senior living lifestyle. Every amenity in the 30,000 square-foot building illustrates the spirit of “agelessness” that guides the philosophy of development at Willow Valley. The Clubhouse features a six-lane bowling alley, a vintage arcade and a Sports Center, where pickleball, volleyball, basketball, and badminton can be played. A golf simulator, an outdoor pool and spa, two Har-Tru™ tennis courts and a snack shop round out the downstairs amenities. Upstairs, The Local Table will offer a farm-fresh menu and a full-service bar, with an impressive array of wines selected by Willow Valley Communities’ own sommelier, Chris Trendler. The Clubhouse opens a new world of possibilities, as an intergenerational “hub” for those who live at Willow Valley and their families. “The Clubhouse expresses a feeling of vibrancy,” says John G. Swanson, President of Willow Valley Living. “And vibrancy is compelling—no matter what your age.” Willow Valley Communities— Life Lived Forward. Visit the Willow Valley Communities Welcome Center. Weekdays 9 – 5, Saturdays 10 – 4
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YOUR PERSONAL CAR STORAGE Michael Rowen, Owner Tete van Huystee Marketing/Sales
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The team at Michael’s Motor Cars will find a car that is perfect for your family and your lifestyle—so you don’t have to. They get you on the road in the right vehicle and save you from the hassle of searching, researching, and price-checking so you can get back to what really matters. Need a storage solution over the winter months? A climate-controlled, secure space is waiting for your car. 58 922 north queen street, lancaster 717.392.2888 michaelsmotorcars.com
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ONE YOU • ONE GOAL Maximize your workout benefits and focus on your individual success with personal training. Choose from one-on-one sessions or small group training—the best fit for your fitness needs is at acac.
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Rhoda Kahler’s life is led by creativity. Here she stands in front of a mural she created on the West Chester University campus with her Otto’s MINI Cooper. Read more about the mural at www.wcupa.edu/pr/2013/5.2mural.asp
west chester’s officially licensed local mini dealership Family-owned and operated since 1968, Otto’s understands the importance of excellent customer service. Visit our state-of-the-art showroom in Exton and let our Motoring Advisors show you how each MINI can be customized to meet your personal style.
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connie grove’s creativity cheerfully touches lives. Whether in her private studio, the woodshop, with the Art Guild or among friends, you can hear her say, “Every day’s a gift!”
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Family-owned and operated since 1968, Otto’s has always been about making a personal connection with our customers. After all, that’s how we figure out how to send you home in the vehicle that will best match your personal needs. (And dreams!) Pictured at West Chester University’s football field is the 2015 X4 xDr28i base MSRP of $44,700.
1275 wilmington pike, west chester (202 north)
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