MARCH 2025

Spring 2025 is just around the corner, and it's shaping up to be a season of renewal and rejuvenation. With warmer weather on the horizon, it's the perfect time to get outside and enjoy all that nature has to offer. Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 9th, 2025. Remember to set your clocks forward one hour before going to bed on Saturday night, March 8th. Enjoy the longer days and more sunshine!

HAPPY RETIREMENT, CHIEF

With immense respect and heartfelt gratitude, we extend our warmest wishes as we celebrate the remarkable career of Chief Clark. His unwavering dedication and commitment to serving our community has left an indelible mark that will be remembered for years to come.

We wish him all the best in this new phase of life. May his retirement be filled with joy, relaxation, and the opportunity to pursue new passions and adventures. Thank you once again, Chief Clark, for everything you have done. Happy retirement!

PINE CREEK PARK PLAYGROUND FUNDRAISER

Help Us Build a Playground for Our Children's Future

For over three decades, the playground at Pine Creek Park on Yellow Springs Road has been a mainstay in Chester Springs. A generation has made their way across the monkey bars, jumped off high flying swings, and slid down the tan slide.

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However, it is time to replace our aging playground.

West Pikeland Township is focused on providing a play area that includes:

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Separate play areas for toddlers and older children

ADA accessible swing set

STEM activity table

State of the art safety features

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While outside grants, donations from key township residents, and financial commitments from the township are extensive, they are not enough to cover the estimated $300,000 cost of the new playground. We currently need to raise $60,000 to reach our goal.

In order to receive our grant money awarded, the township must provide the reminder of the funds towards the cost of the new playground. If successful, construction will begin in Spring 2025.

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Here's how you can help:

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Donate $50,000 and receive naming rights for the playground

Donate $10,000 for a personalized bench next to the playground

Donate $500 and have your name placed on our donor board

Donate any amount you are comfortable donating

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Donations are tax deductible and will remain in a separate “playground account” at West Pikeland Township; the funds will be used solely for playground renovation and development.

HISTORIC YELLOW SPRINGS NEWS

Yellow Springs Art Show

April 26, 2025 - May 11, 2025

10 am – 4 pm daily

As Chester County’s most prestigious and longest-running annual juried art show, our event unveils fresh artistic talent each year, offering a vibrant cultural experience that attracts thousands. The exhibition spans a wide array of media, including ceramics, sculpture, watercolor, pastels, and oil, celebrating the rich diversity of artistic expression.

Featuring over 4,000 works from more than 220 regional artists, the show draws 7,000+ visitors over its two-week run. This extraordinary event thrives thanks to the dedication of over 150 volunteers, whose time and talents ensure its continued success and community impact.

Proceeds from the show are essential in supporting the mission of Historic Yellow Springs, funding vital conservation projects, arts education programs, and historical initiatives that serve and enrich the entire community.

Jazz at the Springs

June 1, 2025

3 pm – 5 pm

Historic Yellow Springs Jazz at the Springs is coming soon!! Founded in 1998, this annual free, outdoor music festival will be on the first Sunday in June from 3 to 5:30 pm in the field behind the Chester Springs Studio on the campus of Historic Yellow Springs. Parking is in the field adjacent and also at the Washington Building- follow the signs! Bring lawn chairs, your family and enjoy a fantastic afternoon of Jazz at the Springs! Food and beverages available for purchase.

The Studios at Historic Yellow Springs will be having a kiln firing during the Jazz and studio artwork will be for sale. This is a rain or shine event with no rain date. Jazz at the Springs is free and hosted by Historic Yellow Springs every year on the first Sunday of June. Your donations during the event will benefit the many projects to protect and preserve this local historical gem.

Yellow Springs Art Camp

Historic Yellow Springs is excited to announce that summer camp registration is now live! This year, we are offering morning, afternoon and all-day camp. Campers who sign up for all day sessions will participate in weekly yoga sessions with Amanda from Powerful Child. Welcome to Children from ages 6-12, Monday - Friday starting July 7th. Designed for young artists, this camp will immerse participants in a variety of artistic activities, including fine arts and Ceramics. We will explore the natural world around us and through the lens of unique weekly themes. Whether they're beginners or budding artists, our camp provides a fun, supportive environment for exploration and skill-building. With a mix of individual projects and group activities, every child will leave with a collection of their own artwork and lasting memories. Sign up today! 

 https://yellowsprings.org/youth-camps/ 

Upcoming meeting information, including agendas, can be found on our website.

Wait! What Happened to the Library?

By: Samantha Heckler-O’Connor

As many know, Chester Springs Library is currently closed due to damage caused by a fallen tree. Staff members are currently working offsite to take care of everyone’s books, and they are scheduling some wonderful programs for the spring. For anyone whose books are on hold and being sent to Chester Springs Library, those books will be available at Henrietta Hankin Library when you get your pick-up notice.

It took three days for the tree to be removed from the library, and it did quite a number on us when it fell. We appreciate everyone’s support and patience as we move forward.

We are still looking ahead to and excited for Summer Reading 2025: Color Our World, and are deep in our activity planning, so stay tuned to hear more as we get closer to June. Remember to join us for National Library Week April 6-12, as we have many events, including a special story time, planned in celebration.

Our full calendar of events can be found HERE, though things will be shifting over the next few weeks. Make sure to follow us on Facebook or Instagram and keep an eye on our website for updates on the library’s future programs and repairs.

Chester Springs Library is located at 1709 Art School Road, in West Pikeland Township www.chesterspringslibrary.org

610-827-9212

Community Volunteers in Medicine (CVIM) is looking for volunteers.

CVIM is a nonprofit in West Chester dedicated to providing free comprehensive healthcare to low-income, uninsured workers and their families. They offer primary and specialty medical services, dental services, free medications, behavioral health counseling, and health and nutrition education as well as a volunteer assisted ride program to nearly 5,000 patients per year. CVIM is completely funded by philanthropy and relies on volunteers to make these services possible.

CVIM urgently needs volunteers, especially primary care doctors, nurses, dentists, Spanish speakers, drivers, and more.

Check out cvim.org for more information about CVIM and to inquire about volunteering, becoming a patient, or donating.