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Mother’s Day Weekend in Downtown West Chester

Below are some awesome events happening in and around West Chester this Mother’s Day weekend, enjoy!

CCHS Duplicate Book Sale | Saturday, May 10, 2014: The Chester County Historical Society’s Duplicate Book Sale features over 500 books. Topics include history, genealogy, poetry, and biographies that were accumulated at CCHS over the years. These published volumes are duplicates or are of general interest and not used by other patrons. Prices start as low as $1. For more information click here.

Willowdale Steeplechase | Sunday, May 11, 2014: The Willowdale Steeplechase is a family-friendly event enjoyed by over 10,000 spectators who spend the day watching world-class steeplechase racing. This non-profit organization benefits the following charities: The Stroud Water Research Center, The University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine New Bolton Center and Quest Therapeutic Services, Inc. For more information click here.

Tish Boutique Mother’s Day Sip & Shop | Sunday, May 11, 2014: Celebrate Moms this year at Tish Boutique for Sipping and Shopping! Pop a Tish balloon to reveal the discount off your entire purchase. Plus, enjoy a terrific gift with purchases for everyone. Include brunch at one of the many fabulous restaurants in downtown to enjoy an entire day together. In store sales to celebrate shopping for Mother’s Day begins Thursday, May 8th through Mother’s Day!

Chester County Running Store 5K for Mother’s Day| Sunday, May 11, 2014: The Chester County Running Store hosts the female only 5K run/walk to celebrate Moms this year. All proceeds go to support Mommy’s Light, a program to support those who have lost their moms. Make this special race an annual tradition and collect the event’s awesome Pink Tech TShirts! Visit the event on Facebook here.

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Upcoming Events at Chester County Historical Society

The Chester County Historical Society is a not-for-profit educational institution whose mission is to promote an understanding of the history of Chester County and southeastern Pennsylvania by collecting, preserving, exhibiting and interpreting that history and its relationship to the region, and nation beyond, to audiences of all ages and interests. Check out some of the events coming up this month!

Family Day | February 10th

Enjoy old-fashioned family fun with crafts, toys, dress up and story telling from 10am-1pm at the Chester County Historical Society, High & Chestnut Streets. At 11am, meet children’s author Jen Bryant, author of A Splash of Red, The Life and Art of Horace Pippin. All museum exhibits and The History Lab will be open. $10.00 per family. Call 610-692-4800 for details.

History on Tap | February 19th

Join the Chester County Historical Society for a special evening with the Dill Pickle Old Time Orchestra at The Social Lounge (29 East Gay Street) starting at 6:30pm. You’ll travel back in time as the Dill Pickle band plays some good old-time American fiddle tunes, gospel, tin pan alley, and mountain songs. Hear about some local history from mandolin player and West Chester University history professor Dr. Charles Hardy. Free to enjoy with lots of great food and drink available for purchase.

 

 

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Black Friday in Downtown West Chester

Looking for something fun and different to do for a few hours with your family and friends this black friday? Visit the Chester Councty Historical Society and explore over 300-years of Chester County history through the vast library, exhibit galleries, and photo archives. Purchase one admission to CCHS and receive one free.

Black Friday is a great day to support the small shops and restaurants that make downtown so special. You’re sure to find gifts perfect for everyone in your family while enjoying the small-town charm that West Chester is famous for. Free parking all day and evening at the meters in downtown West Chester, We hope everyone has a great Thanksgiving!

 

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