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Learn how you can help build a more inclusive community, how to enjoy the 25th anniversary Kennett Brewfest for free—and even more great events on the post-Mushroom Fest fall calendar!
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Do you want to help build a more inclusive community?
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Join us on September 22nd at 6:30pm for an honest and thought-provoking conversation with young leaders from the Kennett Emerging Leadership Fellowship, followed by an opportunity to ask questions, give feedback, and learn how you can get involved with initiatives that are working towards building a community that is welcoming and inclusive for all.
These projects will include the Red Clay Park and Trail, the new Kennett Library, and the project that South Broad Partnership is proposing for 600 South Broad Street.
Read more here and RSVP here.
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Join our amazing team of volunteers and enjoy the 25th anniversary Kennett Brewfest "behind the scenes" and as a participant—and support Kennett Collaborative!
In addition to the warm, fuzzy feeling that comes with contributing to a great cause, volunteers also receive a volunteer t-shirt, tasting mug, and free admission to the Brewfest before/after their shift. (Must be 21 or older to volunteer**
Click here to see the available options for shifts and roles. And thank you for helping to make Kennett Brewfest one of the premier events of its kind!
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| Thursday, September 15th, 5:30–9pm |
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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Third Thursday this week!
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Enjoy a dance performance by Casa Guanajuato members at State and Union at 7pm as well as tamales, elote, and popsicles from La Bamba!
In addition to outdoor dining at your favorite State Street restaurant (make your reservation now!), there will be live music, kids activities, and food trucks and special vendors including Casa Carmen Wines, Wayvine Vineyard, Dough Sweet, Gringa’s Paradise, Short, Sweet & Saucy, and Hope’s Caramels.
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Here are a few of our favorite things to check out Around the Square this week . . .
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| Today and tomorrow, 9am to 1pm |
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Fall into Autumn Festival today!
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Evergreen Cafe and JJ Produce Box are hosting a Fall into Autumn Festival September 10th and 11th, 10am to 1pm at 216 S Mill Road, Suite 111, Kennett Square. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, coffee, juices, and smoothies as well as fun activities for kids including pumpkin painting and a fall photo wall. Shop for pumpkins, mums, mushrooms, grab 'n go produce, and more.
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37th annual Mushroom Festival this weekend
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The Mushroom Festival is back today, September 10th, from 10am–7pm and tomorrow, September 11th, from 10am–4pm. Wristbands are $5 and good for both days.
Enjoy food, family fun, kids events, music, cooking demos, vendors, an antique car show, a 'Chopped’-style cooking competition, mushroom eating and photo contest and much more. Download the free Mushroom Festival App at Google Play or in the App Store and visit the Mushroom Festival website for more information.
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| Every Thursday, 7pm–8pm |
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Kennett Friends Meeting
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You’re invited to join Kennett Friends Meeting every Thursday evening at 125 W. Sickle Street, Kennett Square.
The Worship Room at Kennett Friends Meeting will be open from 7-8pm for a community gathering for worship for peace in the manner of Friends.
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| September 14th to October 16th |
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Mushroom: A locally inspired world premiere play
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Mushroom is the fourth locally-inspired world premiere developed through the New Play Frontiers program at People's Light in Malvern.
This new play, set here in Kennett Square, was written by Pulitzer Prize-finalist and Mare of Easttown cast member Eisa Davis.
Read more and find tickets here.
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Every week
September
- Light: Installations by Bruce Munro at Longwood Gardens, Thursday–Sunday evenings through October 30
- LCH Walk to Wellness—through October 13th
- "Autumn Splendor" at Square Pear Gallery—now through November 8th
- KSQ Borough Council meetings—Monday, September 12th and Wednesday, September 14th, 7pm
- WGK Glass Art Pumpkin Festival—September 16th–18th
- Third Thursday on State Street—Thursday, September 15th
- Brandywine Conservancy’s Bike the Brandywine—September 17th
- Avondale Fire Co. Chicken BBQ—September 17th
- Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration—September 17th, 1pm to 7pm
- How We Build Matters: Let's Build an Inclusive Community—Thursday, September 22nd, 6:30pm
- Senior Citizen Fair—September 24th, 10am to 1pm
- Live Better: Eat Better—September 24th, 10am to 12pm
- Flower Crown Workshop at TEXTILE—September 24th, 1pm
- Battle of Brandywine: On Hallowed Ground—September 24th–25th
- Fragile Earth: The Naturalist Impulse in Contemporary Art—September 24th–January 8th
- Wild & Scenic Film Festival—September 29th
- Our Beautiful Earth: Tree Talks at the KSQ Farmers Market—Friday, September 30th, 4pm
October
Also . . . more to come soon on Christmas in Kennett, the Longwood Christmas Shuttle, the Holiday Light Parade, and more.
In the meantime, please save the dates for the Kennett Square Holiday Village Market—December 3rd, 4th, 10th, and 11th!
And please let us know if you have an event to add to the calendar!
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On display now through November 8th
Drop in to Square Pear Gallery to drink in the gorgeous colors of this beautiful new show. Exhibiting artists include Sandra Severson, Melissa Carroll, Ann Guidera Matey, Barbara Grant, Sandy Askey Adams, Joe Milligan, Diane Cannon, Robin Sesan, Karen Weber, Barbara Neville, Donna Porter, Lini Stevens, and Madeleine Kelly. You'll also find pottery, jewelry, candles, a great selection of cards, and much more at Square Pear Gallery!
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Monday, September 12th, and Wednesday, September 14th
Did you know that Borough residents and business owners are welcome to attend Borough Council meetings? Whether you want to participate by speaking during the designated time for public comment or simply want to understand more about the process and decision making involved in your local government, your participation is important.
Work session meetings are held on the first Mondays of each month, with a follow-up meeting two days later, on Wednesdays, when the Council takes action and votes on items discussed. All meetings are held at 7pm at 600 S. Broad Street, 3rd floor. If you prefer to attend virtually, click here for the Zoom link.
Please note that because of the Labor Day holiday, the September meetings will be held this week—on Monday, September 12th and Wednesday, September 14th.
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| Farewell and welcome . . . |
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You may have noticed a few changes in our business district over these past weeks. Running a small business is a calling that requires passion, expertise, creativity, and countless hours of hard work, and we're grateful to each of our local small business owners for investing in our town.
We will miss the beautifully curated No. 109 Shop, the endlessly wondrous Penny Lane Emporium, and the always delicious Byrsa Bistro. We wish Heather, Shannon, and Ahmed all the best in their future endeavors! (You can also check out Byrsa Bistro's new location in West Chester.)
While we're sad to see these businesses close, we're happy to welcome Irma and Ana and their family-owned Crazy Deli Crepes Café to 110 S. Union Street! Please stop in to say hello and try one of their delicious sweet or savory crepes. Everything is made fresh to order—and they even offer gluten-free crepes.
Stay tuned for announcements of other great small businesses coming soon to KSQ!
Thank you for reading and for continuing to support our community and local events and small businesses.
We wish you a happy and healthy week "Around the Square."
Bo Wright, Executive Director
Kelli Prater, Community Engagement Manager
Tara Smith, Writer and Special Projects Manager
Kennett Collaborative makes Kennett thrive. We intentionally create
programs and events that help Kennett become a more beautiful and
welcoming community where all can belong and prosper.
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