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Monthly Archives: October 2016
First Friday Shopping in West Chester
First Fridays in West Chester puts together fun, shopping and free treats all while exploring West Chester on a lively Friday evening. Every First Friday, over 23 different local boutiques, shops, and stores stay open late for exploring all of the awesome nooks of Downtown West Chester. Both serious shopping and aimless browsing are strongly encouraged for local residents. This is all about getting to know your local businesses!…
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Creepy and Haunted Places in Pennsylvania
Thanks in part to its rich history, Pennsylvania is full of hauntings, urban legends and some downright creepy places that you can check out — if you dare. Just in time for Halloween, here are some of the creepiest, most haunted places in Pennsylvania. Centralia: A Ghost Town Distance from West Chester: 90 miles Until the 1960s, Centralia was a community of a few thousand people. Today,…
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Enjoy Fall at the Chaddsford Winery
Fall means cozy jackets, changing leaves, and warm ciders. You can enjoy all three this weekend not too far from home! A 40-minute drive from Chestnut Square is one of the oldest wineries in Pennsylvania, the Chaddsford Winery. If cider is your favorite fall treat, the Chaddsford Hard Cider is definitely worth tasting. In fact, Chaddsford offers wine and cider tastings at both their winery and Peddler’s Village (45…
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West Chester Festivals and Parades to Check Out This Fall
Have plans this weekend? Hopefully you aren’t too busy, because there are a number of cool events going on this weekend we want to tell you about — plus several others in the coming weeks. Here are some awesome parades and festivals in West Chester to check out this fall. Gallery Walk Friday, Oct. 7, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Hit the streets downtown this Friday and check…
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