Weekly News & Updates

Sunday, June 2, 2024

Upcoming Borough Meetings

53 W. Baltimore Pike, 2nd Floor

Glen Mills, PA 19342


Regular Council Meeting

Monday, June 3 2024

@ 7:00 pm


(open to all)

Agenda
 

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Memorial Day Service


On Memorial Day, we were deeply moved by the support from our community as we honored the brave servicemen and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. The dedication and commitment shown by the VFW Post 6613 Bonaventure-Clark, Lenni, PA, and the Chester Heights Fire Co. were truly inspiring. We are grateful for their unwavering commitment to honoring our heroes and ensuring their legacy lives on.

 
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Historic Preservation in the Borough

As we embark on creating an ordinance to help us protect our historic resources, this section of e-news will be dedicated to borough history, general information about historic preservation, and updates on the development of the ordinance.

This Weeks Historic Feature

Sprucehaven Farm


Sprucehaven Farm on Valleybrook Road just north of the community park is one of the best examples of Chester Heights’ deep colonial roots. According to 1870s history of the area, before the establishment of Aston, a tract of one thousand acres, surveyed by Thomas Brassey in 1684, was divided before 1710 into smaller farms. One hundred and nineteen acres bordering Concord Township was granted to Thomas Martin. Thomas Martin, a founder of Aston Township, built Sprucehaven Farm circa 1734.

Sprucehaven Farm, one of the last surrounding ‘federal vernacular’ styles of architecture still standing in the Borough, is a large stone house with several additions over its 290-year history, plus accessory buildings that are still intact and masterfully modernized. The large barn that fronts on Heather Lane has over time served as a livestock barn, a carriage house, a shop for the restoration of antique automobiles, and now as a professional office. There is also a 19th-century bank barn and a colonial-era root cellar. The home remained with the Martin Family until the early 1900’s. Its owners over the years have worked hard to maintain the historic character of the home. Sprucehaven Farm’s 7.2 acres are accented by a beautiful London Plane tree that stands as the 6th largest in Pennsylvania. The ghost of a young French-speaking female is rumored to haunt the 3rd floor.


 
 

Local Events

Free Gardening Workshop

Residents are welcome to sign up for a free gardening workshop to be held on June 25 at 2 pm at 53 W Baltimore Pike, on the second floor in the borough office.

Please bring a non perishable food item for a local pantry. All materials included.


We hope you can join us.

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Stay Cool in the Rachel Kohl Library

Let's Have Fun! June 15th


Enjoy some STEM-related events to improve your science knowledge & spend the morning having fun!


Registration is required, call 610-358-3445 to register at the library.

Ages 6-16



Typically Biweekly events are Saturday from 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Rachel Kohl Library

Afternoon and/or Evening Book Clubs

 

Deadline Extended


The Property Tax/Rent Rebate (PTRR) program deadline has been extended from June 30 to Dec. 31 to apply for rebates on property taxes or rent paid in 2023.


Older adults and people with disabilities 18 and older in Pennsylvania may be eligible to receive up to $1,000 in rebates.  



Check eligibility and get in-person help
 

June Events throughout the County

 

Tuesday, June 4th, 9 am - 12 pm

Springfield, YMCA

194 W Sproul Rd

Springfield, PA 19064

Veterans Resource Fair


 Attention Veterans and Families! 

MISSION BBQ will be providing Lunch. 


Join us for the Delaware County Office of Military and Veterans Affairs FIRST Veterans Resource Fair on Tuesday, June 4th! 


This FREE event is dedicated to supporting our veterans with valuable resources, networking opportunities, and information about benefits and services. Whether you're looking for career guidance, healthcare information, or ways to connect with other veterans, we've got you covered!



Potential Vendors may register here

 

June 8th - Octoraro Reservoir


FUN DAY for ALL

Free food, free pontoon boat tours of the reservoir, free kayak lessons and guided paddle, free kiddie fishing pond with prizes! Free charter bus from Chester City and Concord Township.


Tour of the treatment plant and dam.

Fun day for all!

Two buses have been filled.

More Info and  sign-up  for bus waitlist
 


The Delaware County Veterans Memorial Association (DCVMA) will be hosting its annual Flag Day ceremony, Freedom Medal honorees announcement, and Comcast Flag Retirement Ceremony on Wednesday, June 14, at 10:00 am.


The DCVMA Board of Directors will announce this year's Freedom Metal Honorees, selected from Delaware County Veterans, recognized for their service and accomplishments in both the military and their local communities.



 
Learn more about DCVMA  
 

Delaware County’s 3rd Annual Juneteenth Celebration


Wednesday, June 19th at Rose Tree Park, located at 1671 N. Providence Rd, Media, PA. The free, family-friendly event features live music, activities for kids and families, food, resources for the community, talented local vendors, and much more!


  • Vendors and food truck- Beginning at 4:00 p.m.


  • Ceremony in the mall area at 5:30 p.m.


  • Headliner, Philly Gumbo performs on the main stage at 7:30 p.m.
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Rose Tree Summer Festival


If you've had the pleasure of experiencing this beloved spot in Delco, you're well aware of the pure joy that comes from setting up your chair and immersing yourself in an evening filled with delightful music. Embrace the magic of the moment and mark your calendars, ensuring you don't miss out on these unforgettable experiences.


2024 Summer Festival Schedule

Concerts run on Wednesday through Sunday evenings. Show time is 7:30 p.m. with two exceptions: The children’s shows by Steve Pullara & His Cool Beans Band (July 2) and the Singalong with Peter Moses (July 29) both take place at 10:00 a.m.

 
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