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☕️ Wake Up, Read This, You Got Plans

+30 Chester County events to read about over a cup of coffee

Good Morning Chester County,

I hope you’ve got something fun/special planned to celebrate or remember the mom in your life this week(end).

If you are the Mom being celebrated, then let me give a resounding thank you for all you do.

If you’re reading this and you just found out it’s Mother’s Day this weekend…put this down and get some plans together to celebrate your Mom!

Mom, if you happen to be reading this week: Thank you for all of the lessons, love, & patience you’ve given to me for the last 30+ years. Your sacrifices have never gone unnoticed, I love you more than words could ever express.

To the mom I gained last year when my wife and I got married: Thank you for making me feel like a part of your family since we met, and always being willing to share a quick laugh at everything that goes on around us. I love you!

Even though it’s Mother’s Day this weekend, do me a favor: If you’re still able to call your Mom, go ahead and do it after reading this.

Alright, alright clearly I’m a momma’s boy…sue me.

Let’s get to it…

This is what we’ve got on tap:

  • CORRECTION: Proper Link For Wine & Ale Trail

  • Adopt a pet, gain a new best friend

  • Mother’s Day celebrations galore

  • & 30+ other events that will make your family think you know everything going on in ChesCo

The Blend

A curated mix of local stories, updates, and announcements from our team.

🍷 CORRECTION - PROPER LINK FOR WINE & ALE TRAIL 2025

You ever hit send on an email, and then immediately realize you messed up?

Well, that was me last week after sending 10,716 of you the wrong link for the Chester County Hospital Crush Cancer 2025 Wine & Ale Trail (our featured event for the month - check out info below) 🤦‍♂️.

Sadly, there’s no way to correct a link in an email once it’s sent. So this week, we double-triple check our work!

Thank you to the many readers who let me know right away.

So, clicking the button below, and in our featured events section, you will find a working link to purchase the 2025 Wine & Ale Trail Passport benefitting ChesCo Hospital.

Your $50 donation gets you access to 30+ free drinks from some of Chester County’s BEST bars, breweries, wineries, and restaurants.

The money raised directly benefits the Chester County Hospital. Do the right thing & get some drinks to celebrate.

♥️ Adoptable Pets of the Week

🐶 Meet Blaze

Last week we Blaze’s story on Instagram last week, I knew we had to feature him. After his owner suddenly passed away, this gentle soul was rescued from Mississippi. Sadly, after coming into the care of this rescue it became clear that Blaze’s health was severely neglected. Since that time he has been diagnosed with epilepsy and chronic dry eye. He has medication to help with both, but is in need of a patient family that is willing to care for Blaze the way he deserves.

If you are ready to meet your new best friend, and help Blaze live out his days surrounded by love & care, click the button below.

🐱 Meet Anita Mop

I’m on a roll the last two weeks finding the adoptable cats with the most unique names.

Here’s what you need to know: you’ll “Anita” make more room in your heart for this feline sweetie. Whether you keep the name or find a suitable replacement is up to you. One thing you won’t be able to change is you’ll now have a loving new member of your family.

(Come to ChesCo Buzz for the events, stay for the mediocre jokes!)

A closer look at the standout events happening this week

For the entire month of May we will be highlighting the Chester County Hospital Crush Cancer 2025 Wine & Ale Trail

When: May 1st - May 31st

Where: All Throughout Chester County 

Raise Your Glass & Sip for a Cause This May

The Chester County Hospital Crush Cancer Wine & Ale Trail is back for 2025, and it’s the perfect way to support a great cause while exploring some of the best spots in the area. This year, by donating you will get access to an app which will give you one complimentary beverage at each of the 34 participating wineries, breweries, distilleries, and eateries.

Yes, you heard me right. For donating $50 to help raise vital funds for ChesCo Hospital you get up to 34 complimentary drinks at some of your favorite spots throughout the county.

Been looking for the perfect excuse to try out 9Prime in West Chester? Maybe you’ve been itching to get back to Sly Fox in Malvern? Donate to a good cause, and there you go.

Every sip helps raise critical funds for Chester County Hospital, with all proceeds benefiting patient care and services.

The app is active for the entire month of May, so take your time, visit as many places as you can, and know that every stop makes a difference.

Whether you’re a craft beer fan, wine lover, or just looking for a fun way to give back, this is a great way to do it.

For full list of participating locations & how to purchase, click the button below ⬇️

🗣️ The Local Business Bulletin

ChesCo is home to so many great local businesses…whether its boutiques with the best gifts, your favorite cup of coffee, or the accountant that saves your 🫏 come tax season…the entrepreneurs that make up our great local ecosystem deserve all the praise.

Take a look below to find some local businesses from around Chester County ⬇️


🌎 Exploration Experts | Travel Agency | Exton | Locally operated travel agency that specializes in Cruises, Universal, Disney, and group/corporate travel | Instagram | Website

🦷 West Chester Orthodontics | Orthodontist | West Chester, PA | From adults to kids, braces to Invisalign offering effective and convenient solutions to perfect your smile | Facebook | Website

🧶 Chunky Comforts | Handcrafted Gifts & Decor | Coatesville | Creating handcrafted, cozy home goods that blend unique style with comfort for everyday enjoyment or thoughtful gifting | Instagram | Website

📸 BarkHop Studio | Dog Photography | Glenmoore | Creating lasting memories with dog portrait experience that dog parents love | Instagram | Website

🦣 Mammoth Lights | Permanent Track Lighting | West Chester | Never hang a light again with these permanent, year-round, & app-controlled outdoor smart lights that make your home or business shine for every occasion | Website

What’s Brewing This Week

Upcoming events you won’t want to miss happening this week.

If you see “$” in the event description, that means it is a paid event. Events with no “$” are free to attend!

Multi-Day Events

🚶‍♀️ Fierce: Women of West Chester Walking Tour | $ | West Chester | Multiple Times | (details)

⛲️ Festival of Fountains Begins @ Longwood Gardens | $ | Kenett Square | All Day | (details)

Wednesday ( 5/7/25 )

🧀 May Artisan Market Sip & Shop @ Birchrun Hills Farm | Chester Springs | 4 - 8 PM | (details)

🎶 Live Music Wednesdays - Dallas Malone Duo @ The Grove | Malvern | 5:30 - 8:30 PM | (details)

🍸 Interactive Cocktail Classes: Margarita Edition @ Kildare’s | $ | West Chester | 6:30 - 8:30 PM | (details)

🤠 Line Dancing & 2 Step Lessons with Steve Carrol @ Brickette Lounge | West Chester | 6:30 - 10:30 PM | (details)

Thursday ( 5/8/25 )

🪴 Mother’s Day Succulent Workshop @ Chesterdale Farm | $ | West Chester | 6 PM | (details)

🥃 Tequila Ocho Dinner @ 9Prime | $ | West Chester | 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM | (details)

🧙‍♂️ Dungeons n’ Drafts @ Twelve78 Brewing | $ | Phoenixville | 6 - 9 PM | (details)

😂Improv with Better Than Bacon | $ | West Chester | 7:30 PM | (details)

🫶 Singles Night (38-55) @ The Creamery | $ | Kennett Square | 6 - 9 PM | (details)

Friday ( 5/9/25 )

🦮 Yappy Hour @ Penn’s Table Supporting Forever Home Animal Rescue | West Chester | 4 - 6 PM | (details)

🎬 Spring Movie Night ft. Moana 2 @ Wilson Farm Park | Chesterbrook | 7 PM | (details)

🤣 Comedy Night @ Steel City | Phoenixville | 7:30 - 10 PM | (details)

🎶 Smooth Riders: A Dave Matthews Band Experience Live @ Rec Room | $ | Phoenixville | 8 - 11 PM | (details)

Saturday ( 5/10/25 )

🏃‍♀️ Tails & Trails 5k Run/2k Walk | $ | Chester Springs | 7:30 AM - 12 PM | (details)

🥂 Mother’s Day Sip n Shop @ Pine & Quill | West Chester | 10 AM - 6 PM | (details)

🏇 32nd Annual Willowdale Steeplechase | $ | Kennett Square | 10 AM - 5:30 PM | (details)

🕯️ Pour & Pamper: A Mother’s Day Candle Workshop | $ | Malvern | 11 AM - 2 PM | (details)

🐕 TLC Meet & Greet @ Animated Brewing Company | Coatesville | 12 - 5 PM | (details)

🐶 Puppy Dog Adoption Event @ Sly Fox Taphouse | Malvern | 1 - 5 PM | (details)

💐 Mother’s Day Flower Bar @ Paradocx Vineyard | $ | Landenberg | 1 PM | (details)

Moments of Magic Gala to Support Uptown! | $ | West Chester | 5:30 PM | (details)

😆 BYOB Comedy Night @ Turks Head Cafe | $ | West Chester | 7:30 PM | (details)

🍺 Pints on the Preserve w/ East Branch Brewing Company | Coatesville | 3 - 7 PM | (details)

Sunday ( 5/11/25 )

🏎️ Saint Peters May Cars & Coffee | Elverson | 8 - 11 AM | (details)

🚂 Mother’s Day Express | $ | West Chester | 12 & 2 PM | (details)

🐕‍🦺 Phoenix Animal Rescue Meet & Greet @ Bluebird | Phoenixville | 12 - 3 PM | (details)

🏺 Paint Your Own Pottery Mother’s Day Pop Up @ Excursion Ciders | Kimberton | 2:30 - 5:30 PM | (details)

Coming Up on Tap

The biggest & best events happening over the next 60 days, so you can plan ahead!

If you see “$” in the event description, that means it is a paid event. Events with no “$” are free to attend!

Coming Up in May

🎡 2025 Dogwood Festival & Parade | Phoenixville | 5/14 - 5/17 | All Day, check website for parade time | (details)

🎶 4th Annual West Chester Porchfest | West Chester | 5/17 | 1 - 7 PM | (details)

🌺 Perennial Party 2025 | Malvern | 5/17 | 3 - 5 PM | (details)

🐎 94th Annual Radnor Hunt Races | $ | Malvern | 5/17 | Gates open 9 AM | (details)

🏃‍♂️ Tough Mudder Philly Area 2025 | $ | Kennett Square | 5/17 & 5/18 | 6 AM start on Saturday, 8 AM start on Sunday | (details)

🎟️ Devon Horse Show & Country Fair | $ | 5/21 - 6/1 | Check website for event times | (details)

🏎️ 4th Annual Mustang & Ford Show | $ | Phoenixville | 5/25 | Starts 9 AM | (details)

🥂 West Chester Taps Begins on Wednesdays from May 28th - August 27th | West Chester | 5 - 7 PM | Borough-wide Happy Hour every Wednesday (details)

🛍️ Phoenixville Vintage Fest | Phoenixville | 5/31 | 9 AM - 4 PM | (details)

🎥 Malvern Cabin Family Movie Night | Malvern | 5/31 | 7:30 PM | (details)

Coming up in June

☘️ Clover Market KSQ | Kennett Square | 6/1 | 10 AM - 4 PM | (details)

🇺🇸 157th Malvern Memorial Parade | 6/1 | 1:30 PM | (details) Fun fact: this is the nation’s oldest standing memorial day parade!

🍓 Reimagined Strawberry Festival | Coatesville | 6/6 - 6/7 | Friday: 5 - 9 PM, Saturday: 12 - 9 PM | (details)

🏳️‍🌈 Chester County Pridefest | Phoenixville | 6/7 | 12 - 5 PM | (details)

🍻 Kennett Summerfest | $ | Kennett Square | 6/8 | 2 - 6 PM | (details)

🌅 Chester County Balloon Festival | $ | Kennett Square | 6/14 - 6/15 | Opens 4pm on Friday, 2 PM on Saturday | (details)

🚂 Father’s Day Express | $ | West Chester | 6/15 | 12 & 2 PM | (details)

🎼 Celebrate World Music Day in West Chester | 6/21 | 3:30 - 9:30 PM | (details)

🥳 Nottingham Country Fair | Nottingham | 6/28 | 3 - 8 PM

Here’s to another great week ahead!

Share this with the person who never remembers it’s Mother’s Day until the week of, but always manages to find a great gift.

Talk next week!

With Gratitude,

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