E-News Edition - Week of July 28, 2025 Happy Monday! We're delighted to bring you the latest updates, news and happenings around our community. From local events to important announcements, this week's newsletter is your guide to staying connected and informed about what's going on in Kennett Township. Don't forget to check the Township's website and Calendar for up-to-date information as well as Facebook. Enjoy your week ahead!
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ZONING HEARING BOARD HEARING THIS WEDNESDAY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Kennett Township Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on Wednesday July 30, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at the Kennett Township Building, 801 Burrows Run Road, Chadds Ford, PA 19317, to hear the following application: ZHB 536: The application of Deerfield Mowing and Property Maintenance Inc. seeking the following relief: (1) An appeal from the June 10, 2025 zoning enforcement notice issued by the Zoning Officer for failure to obtain a permit for an agricultural structure and for a violation of the required side yard setback for an agricultural structure, and (2) in the alternative, a request for a variance from Section 240-1102.D.3. of the Kennett Township Zoning Ordinance to allow an agricultural structure to be located 16 feet from a neighboring property line where a 50-foot setback is required. The subject property is located at 428 McFarlan Road, UPI Nos. 62-4-133, 62-4-134, 62-4-135 and 62-4-138 zoned SA (Special Agriculture), and UPI No. 62-4-139 zoned RS (Residential Suburban) consisting of 45 acres. Any member of the public who wishes to participate virtually may do so with the link for the meeting found on the Township’s website: www.kennett.pa.us. Persons with a disability who wish to attend the public hearing and require an auxiliary aid, service, or other accommodation to participate in the meeting should contact Kennett Township at 610-388-1300. Katelynn Morgenstern, Zoning Officer 610-388-1300
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UPDATE ON THE CULVERT PROJECTThe culvert has been successfully replaced. Thanks to all for your cooperation and patience. We will leave the trench as gravel for a several weeks to allow for settlement/compaction. It will then be paved in conjunction with other patches that we need to address.
Road Closure Notice:
McFarlan Road Improvement Project |
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The Kennett Township Department of Public Works is leading an important road improvement project. Phase one of the project is scheduled to begin tomorrow, Tuesday, July 29th. Portion of the road will be closed for the duration of work. Phase One: McFarlan Road closed from E. Hillendale Road north to Boulder Way. - Begins Tuesday, July 29th.
- Emergency services and local residents will have necessary access.
- The public is encouraged to avoid McFarlan Road from E. Hillendale to Rosedale for the duration of the project.
Phase Two: McFarland Road will be closed from New Granite north to Rosedale Road - Will begin after the completion of Phase One.
Work will include: - Installation of drainage inlets to alleviate washouts and flooding concerns
- Construction of 3ft. shoulders, where feasible
- Paving of McFarlan Road
The work is being performed by the Public Works crew. Performing this task with Township staff will result in a significant cost savings to the residents of Kennett Township. Additional details will be shared as the project progresses. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to improve our roadways. Please plan alternate routes and allow extra travel time during construction. Please contact Ted Otteni, Director of Public Works at 610-388-1300 or ted.otteni@kennett.pa.us with any questions. |
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LOCATION: The Kennett Township Recycling Center is located at the Township Maintenance Garage at 557 Bayard Road. HOURS: The Recycling Center is open Dawn to Dusk, Monday through Saturday and 10:00 am to Dusk on Sundays. For more information visit kennett.pa.us |
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Yard Waste Debris Center Remains Temporarily Closed Please note that the Yard Waste Debris Center is still temporarily closed. We anticipate reopening mid-week, this week (week of July 28th). We will announce the reopening on the Township website and Facebook Page. Thank you for your continued patience and understanding as we work to resume normal operations. We’ll provide an update as soon as the center is ready to reopen. |
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PAWS FOR PEOPLE PRESENTS: PAWS FOR KIDSTonight, July 28th, Come read to furry friends! This literacy support program hosted by PAWS for People is coming to Kennett Library. The PAWS for Reading program encourages children to read aloud to a therapy pet to improve reading and communication skills. Kennett Library is now splitting PAWS for Kids into 4 sessions! To ensure every child has one-on-one time with the therapy pets, please pick a 15-minute time slot to register for. You can register for the event HERE.
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WINTERTHUR PRESENTS: ALMOST UNKNOWN, THE AFRIC-AMERICAN PICTURE GALLERY Inspired by an 1859 essay written by a free black journalist and educator named William J. Wilson, this exhibition takes visitors on a tour of Wilson’s imagined gallery of prints, paintings, sculptures, books, and other decorative objects that represent Black life in the United States and across the Diaspora, as interpreted by curator and historian Dr. Jonathan Michael Square. Winterthur will for the first time bring this gallery to fruition, using objects from the collections to represent Wilson’s displays. These include a silhouette attributed to Moses Williams, the portrait of George Washington and his family painted by Edward Savage, and copies of Harriet Beecher Stowe’s Uncle Tom’s Cabin and Phillis Wheatley’s Poems on Various Subjects, among others. The exhibition sheds light on stories that have long been overlooked in American museums and history. The exhibit is on display now through January 6, 2026. More information can be found HERE.
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: LASAGNA LOVELooking for a unique way to volunteer and help a family in need. Consider signing up for LASAGNA LOVE. Their mission is to feed families, spread kindness, and strengthen communities. Through their neighbor-to-neighbor movement, they connect volunteer lasagna chefs who want to help with individuals and families in need, providing home-cooked lasagnas made with love. For more information about this organization and how to get involved click HERE.
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MUSEUM EXPLORERS Explore the Brandywine Museum of Art this summer through weekly adventures for families. Each Thursday morning from July 10th through July 31st, (This Thursday is the last session of the summer) discover new treasures in art and nature on scavenger hunts through the galleries. Also, enjoy live demonstrations by local artists and creative art projects to make and take home. The programs are designed for children ages 3 to 10 accompanied by an adult. Registration is encouraged for this drop-in event. Come between 10:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to participate. More information can be found HERE.
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BRC SUMMER CONCERT SERIESDon't miss out on this FREE Summer Music Series. Held on Thursday evenings July through August. Its free music for the whole family, with a different food truck at each two-hour performance. Gates open at 6 pm and the concert begins at 7:00 pm. Bring your own chair, blanket and cooler! The next concert is this Thursday, July 31st. CAMELTONES will be performing and while you're there enjoy some yummy food from SALOON 51 Food Truck. The event is happening at 1760 Unionville Wawaset Rd, West Chester, PA. More information on this family friendly event can be found HERE.
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NEXT FARMERS MARKET IS THIS FRIDAY AUGUST 1STThe KSQ Farmers Market has been serving the community since 2000. It's a program of the Kennett Collaborative. Consumers have the opportunity to connect directly with small growers and producers, building relationships, trust and a stronger local food economy. More information on the KSQ Farmers Market can be found HERE.
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THE HIDDEN LIVES OF POLLINATORS: A LECTURE & GARDEN TOUR Come out to the Preserve on Saturday, August 9th from 1:30 to 3:00 pm for an enlightening afternoon with instructor Max McCormick as she delves into the fascinating world of monarchs and other pollinators. This one-hour lecture will feature informative slides, offering insights into the vital roles these creatures play in our ecosystems, and a detailed look at the native plants that best support them. Wrap up the day by relaxing and unwinding with a pint poured by our partners East Branch Brewing Co. Enjoy our free pop-in Pints on the Preserve event, easing into the evening in a gorgeous setting. More information can be found HERE.
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2ND ANNUAL ROOTS & BLUES FESTIVALSaturday August 9th at 11:00am Come out for a soulful celebration of music, community, and the great outdoors at Anson B. Nixon Park. This one-of-a-kind festival brings together talented local artists, delicious food and drink, and a whole lot of rhythm—all to support and sustain our beloved park. Every ticket, bite, and beat helps keep the park thriving for generations to come. So bring your lawn chairs, grab some friends, and let’s make memories under the open sky! Tickets on Sale Now Gates open at 11 am Featuring: Mikey Junior & Special Guests Brother John - Johnny Never & John Colgan-Davis The Dukes of Destiny James Day & the Fish Fry Stevie and the Bluescasters This is a family friendly, rain-or-shine event with food trucks and beverage vendors, musician merch, and an artisan's corner. Sponsorships are available at various levels. More information can be found HERE.
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Temple Well Water Study: The WET Trial Researchers at Temple University are looking for families who drink water from a private well for a paid study. They are interested in keeping children safe from illnesses that can be spread by drinking water from private wells. Families will receive a free whole-home UV water treatment system (value of device + installation = $1,000). Families can participate from home. To be part of this NIH-funded study, families must have a child under the age of four and live in select Pennsylvania and New Jersey counties. For more information, visit their website at www.wettrial.org, call them at (215)204-5124, or email them at wettrial@temple.edu
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*This newsletter was made with the assistance of AI*
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