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Around the Square

June 7, 2024

Happy 21st Anniversary, La Michoacana!

Today marks the 21st anniversary of the beloved Kennett Square ice cream shop, La Michoacana. To Celebrate, we're sharing this Meet the Merchant story we published a few years ago!

We recently gave CBS News Philadelphia a tour of Kennett Square, visiting La Michoacana and a number of other local favorites. Tune in to CBS News tonight to watch the segment!

Juneteen Schedule

June 8
Lantern Making Workshop, Kennett Library, 1–3 pm

June 15
Fish Fry Lunch Box, New Garden Memorial UAME Church, 9 am–12 pm

June 16
Kennett Underground Railroad Center Bus Tour, Brandywine Valley Visitor's Bureau, 1 pm

June 19
Darnell Miller & the Souldaires, Anson B. Nixon Park, 6:30 pm

Find the full schedule at culturechesco.org/juneteenth

We're down to just a few tickets left, and it's going to be a beautiful weekend in Kennett Square! Don't miss the lovely flowers, delicious food, live music, and incredible wine at Kennett Summerfest this Sunday, 3–7 pm.

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Corners of the Square

Here are a few of our favorite things to check out Around the Square . . .

A.L.O. (A Tribute to E.L.O.) Rooftop Concert

June 8, 6 pm seating / 7 pm show
Linden St Parking Garage

Join Kennett Flash for the first concert in their 2024 Summer Concert Series as they present the nation's greatest tribute to the incredible Electric Light Orchestra.

$35 tickets | $5 BYOB
all ages | $27 children 12 & under
BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR!

Movie Night at Treetops Kitty Cafe

June 14, 7 pm
305 W State St

Join us for Movie Night! Watch a movie in the company of our adorable adoptable kitties!

Included: theater snacks like popcorn, candy, and soft drinks. BYO is available for food and alcohol as well.

This event is for adults only.

Video: Mighty Writers Kennett Square

Mighty Writers El Futuro Kennett Square has a new video highlighting their work in the community and they would love to share it with you!

Find out how they impact kids and their families throughout the greater Kennett Square area.

Kennett YMCA outdoor pool

The outdoor pool is open for YMCA members and community members to enjoy this summer!

Sat–Sun: 12–5 pm (now until Labor Day weekend)
Mon–Fri: 2–7 pm (beginning June 17)

Community pool memberships are available to purchase in person or online at ymcagbw.org. Day passes are available for $10 per person/day.

KSQ Farmers Market, Every Friday, 3-6 pm at 600 S Broad Street. Free on-site parking!

Today's KSQ Market Hours are 2:30–4:30 pm!

Congratulations Class of 2024! It's commencement week for Kennett High School and Unionville High School. Good luck grads!

Kennett Collaborative Staff & Board

Kennett Collaborative brings the things you love about Kennett to life through its popular events, programs, and beautification initiatives, promoting Kennett Square as a thriving place for everyone to live, work, and play.

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Kennett Collaborative 2024 Programs & Events:

KSQ Farmers Market Weekly Full Season: May-December, 3-6 pm (beginning May 3rd)

Third Thursdays: May-October (May 16, June 20, July 18, August 15, September 19, October 17)

Clover Market: June 2

Kennett Summerfest: June 9

Kennett Brewfest: October 5

KSQ Candy Trail: October 27

Kennett Square Holiday Light Parade: November 30

Kennett Square Holiday Village Market: December 7 & 8, 14 & 15

More Kennett Square Events

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Kennett Square, PA 19348

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