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Theatre Horizon to Present Regional Premiere of Acclaimed Musical ‘Penelope’
Theatre Horizon, Montgomery County’s award-winning theater company in Norristown, is preparing for the regional premiere of the acclaimed one-woman musical Penelope, which begins performances on May 7. This co-production with the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival features the return of two Theatre Horizon favorites: Rachel Camp stars in the titular role, and the show’s music and lyrics are written by Alex Bechtel. The production…
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West Chester University Inaugurates 16th President
Dr. Laurie Bernotsky, DPhil, was inaugurated as West Chester University’s (WCU) 16th President and, historically, its second woman president during a formal investiture ceremony on Friday, Mar. 28. A first-generation college graduate from rural Pennsylvania, Bernotsky currently leads the largest R2 institution (high research activity) within the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). Representatives from…
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Harcum College’s Annual Student Fashion Show ‘Homecoming’ Theme Celebrates Identity and Growth
The much-anticipated Annual Student Fashion Show returns to Harcum College on Friday, Apr. 25 in Klein Hall at the Bryn Mawr Campus. Doors open at 7:00, and the show steps off at 8:00 PM. The theme of the show, “Homecoming,” celebrates identity, growth, and the journey back to where it all began. This year’s show…
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Tamagawa University Returns to West Chester University for Taiko Drumming and Dance
Tamagawa University returns to West Chester University (WCU) for a performance of thundering Taiko drumming and folkloric Japanese dance on Tuesday, Apr. 8, at 7:30 p.m. The event will take place in the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Philips Memorial Building (700 S. High Street, West Chester). Tickets range in price from $15-25, and are…
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Penn Community Bank Expands Financial Education Initiatives During Financial Literacy Month
Penn Community Bank, the largest independent mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, is taking action to address the critical need for modern financial education by hosting and sponsoring a series of free financial education workshops in partnership with the Grundy Library in Bristol throughout April — National Financial Literacy Month. These sessions, led by bank professionals…
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Empowering K-12 Students: WCU, Deloitte, and Heights Philadelphia Collaborate to Boost STEM Education
The West Chester University (WCU) Center for STEM Inclusion (CSI) is collaborating with Deloitte’s Smart Factory Believers program and Heights Philadelphia to empower Pennsylvania’s K-12 students to boldly pursue fields in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The initiative unites innovators, technologists, philanthropists, and educators to enhance STEM education for students from under-resourced communities in…
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Honor Flight Philadelphia Takes Veterans from King of Prussia to D.C. for Recognition
World War II, Korean, and Vietnam War veterans are being recruited by Honor Flight Philadelphia to travel, by bus, on May 17 from King of Prussia to Washington, D.C. The day will include stopping at Arlington Cemetery and viewing the major war memorials dedicated to honor their service. Transportation, breakfast, and lunch will be provided, along with…
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WCU’s Dept. of Theatre & Dance Presents ‘RENT’ Apr. 3-6
West Chester University’s Department of Theatre & Dance will present a high-energy, rock concert interpretation of RENT, the iconic rock opera by Jonathan Larson, from Apr. 3-6. Directed and choreographed by Associate Professor Liz Staruch, this reimagining blends live music, multimedia elements, and a contemporary perspective, channeling the musical’s raw energy. Performances will run Thursday through…
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Hinterhof Farm: A Sustainable Family Legacy in Montgomery County
Hinterhof Farm in Upper Hanover Township, Pa., embodies the perfect blend of sustainability and tradition. On a warm summer afternoon, Kelsey Derr waited at the entrance on a four-wheeler, watching for her daughters’ school bus. Nestled calmly in her lap was the family’s recently adopted Great Pyrenees puppy, a future guardian for their sheep. This…
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MCCC Recognized for the Ninth Time as a Top Workplace in Community Colleges Across the Nation
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) has been recognized nationally for the ninth time for its welcoming, inclusive, and supportive workplace and learning environments. The National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) and Diverse: Issues In Higher Education have named MCCC as one of the Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges in the nation. With…
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Penn Community Bank Begins Renovation of Quakertown Financial Center
Penn Community Bank is renovating its Quakertown Financial Center (1051 S. West End Blvd., Quakertown). The project, set to be completed in approximately two months, will refresh and modernize the high-traffic location, enhancing the customer experience while preserving the personalized service the bank is known for. “Penn Community Bank is committed to continually improving the…
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Pennsylvania American Water Invests $102M in Chesco and Montco, $675M in System Upgrades Statewide in 2024
Pennsylvania American Water recently revealed that its 2024 full-year investment total for system improvements came in at more than $675 million throughout its statewide service areas serving 37 counties and 418 communities. Of that total, more than $102 million was invested in the company’s systems in Chester and Montgomery counties for upgrades including nearly nine miles…
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MCCC Theatre Arts, West End Student Theatre Present ‘The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales’
Montgomery County Community College’s (MCCC) Theatre Arts Program and West End Student Theater invite families to enjoy a delightful production of The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales. This hilarious comedy, with music by John Glore and directed by MCCC Theatre Instructor Amanda Coffin, promises plenty of laughs for all ages. Performances will be…
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MCCC Theatre Arts and the Drama Club Present World Premiere of ‘The Marginals’
Montgomery County Community College’s (MCCC) Theatre Arts Program and Drama Club are excited to present the world premiere performance of The Marginals at the Black Box Theatre, Science Center Building 107, Blue Bell. Performances will take place on Apr. 10, 11, and 12 at 7:00 PM; Apr. 11 at 12:30 PM; and Apr. 13 at 2:00 PM.…
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The Immaculata Symphony Presents Annual Spring Concert on Apr. 12
On Saturday, Apr. 12, the Immaculata Symphony performs its annual spring concert, Symphonic Dances, at 7:30 PM in Immaculata University’s Alumnae Hall. The Immaculata Symphony is a university-community organization with a long and outstanding tradition that goes back to the University’s founding in 1920. The concert features three local artists: Piano Soloist Jennifer Campbell Simione, Composer David Auldon Brown, and…
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Meridian Bank Launches First TV Campaign Featuring Eagles Legend Brent Celek and Local Business Leaders
Malvern-based Meridian Bank has launched a suite of new branding commercials focused on promoting its business banking services throughout the Delaware Valley. The commercials, which feature testimonials from three notable Philadelphia-area customers (Brent Celek, Mo Rushdy, and Roland Kassis), began running on Mar. 3 and will span until May 25 on CNBC, CNN, FOX, and…
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Philadelphia Dance Theatre Presents ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ and ‘Sinatra Songbook’ at MCCC
Philadelphia Dance Theatre’s enchanting production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Sinatra Songbook will be performed at the Montco Cultural Center theater in the Science Center building (1313 Morris Road, Montgomery County Community College, Blue Bell). Performances will be held Apr. 5 at 5:00 PM and Apr. 6 at 2:00 PM. Tickets start at $12. and…
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Goodness Bowls: How a Mother-Daughter Duo Is Growing Their Business and Empowering Women
“Given every chance, I’d bet on my daughter,” stated Sue Persichetti about her decision to go “all-in” on her daughter, Corinne Persichetti, and her healthy eats business venture, Goodness Bowls. Open in 2019 and now with three locations in Avalon, N.J., Villanova, Collegeville, and Narberth, Pa., Goodness Bowls is a café that offers made-to-order foods…
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