🚧 Bridge to Close for Repair | 🎅 Parade Seeking Applications | 🎬 Caln Summer Series Rescheduled

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In Today’s Edition of Downingtown Local Pulse…

☀️ Downingtown PA Weather

🚧 Dowlin Forge Bridge to Close for Summer Repairs Starting July 21

🎅 West Chester Opens Applications for 2025 Christmas Parade

🎬 Wonka Returns to Caln Township’s Summer Series in August

📈 CCEDC Names New CFO

🗓️ Upcoming Local Events

🏡 Just Listed Real Estate Listings

🔎 Support Local Downingtown Businesses

Dowlin Forge Bridge to Close for Summer Repairs Starting July 21

EAST BRANDYWINE TWP — Beginning July 21, Dowlin Forge Road will be closed to traffic as the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation undertakes a repair project on the bridge spanning the East Branch of the Brandywine Creek. The closure is expected to last six to eight weeks. The bridge maintenance is part of a broader effort to maintain infrastructure integrity, and a detour will be implemented to guide traffic around the affected area. Local drivers should prepare for disruptions and adjust their travel plans accordingly.

West Chester Opens Applications for 2025 Christmas Parade

WEST CHESTER, PA — The Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications and sponsorships for the 2025 West Chester Christmas Parade, set for Friday, December 5. The event kicks off with the lighting of a new 28-foot Christmas tree on the lawn of the Historic Chester County Courthouse, followed by the main parade through the town’s professionally lit streets. The parade, which draws around 20,000 visitors annually, is the flagship event of Chester County Hospital Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester.

Businesses can sponsor parade elements or entire downtown blocks through a tiered sponsorship program, with branding and participation perks. The Chamber encourages early applications, as participation is capped and spots may fill before the August 29 deadline. More details are available at GreaterWestChester.com.

Wonka Returns to Caln Township’s Summer Series in August

CALN TWP — Caln Township has announced a new date for its Summer Series screening of Wonka, now set for Friday, August 8. The evening will feature themed crafts, including candy bar design and candy necklace making prior to the 8:30 p.m. showing of the film. The event, originally scheduled for June 14, is part of the township’s ongoing efforts to provide free community entertainment through the summer. Residents are also invited to attend the upcoming July 18 screening of Finding Nemo, which remains on the schedule.

Chester County Economic Development Council Names New CFO

**Editor’s Correction: the wrong story was published yesterday, the correct story is below**

EXTON, PA — The Chester County Economic Development Council has promoted Jim Hammond to the role of chief financial officer. Hammond, who joined the council in 2006 and most recently served as vice president of finance, will now oversee financial strategy and operations across the council and its four affiliated entities. With more than 20 years of accounting experience and a degree from Albright College, Hammond is credited with playing a vital role in supporting the council’s growth. He also engages in community service through the Alzheimer’s Association. The council, a nonprofit organization, works to enhance Chester County’s economic landscape through workforce, financing, and entrepreneurial initiatives.

Upcoming local events…

Downingtown Farmers’ Market (Downingtown) - July 12th, 9am-1pm

Caln Clean-up Crew: Stream Clean Up (Caln) - July 12th, 9am-11am

Downingtown Cars and Coffee (Downingtown) - July 12th, 9am-11am

Pints on The Preserve (Coatsville) - July 12th, 3pm-7pm

Exton Community Day (Exton) - July 12th, 4pm-10pm

Comedy-On-Demand at Arts and Athletics Club (Exton) - July 12th, 5pm

East Brandywine Food Truck Festival (East Brandywine Park) - July 12th, 5pm-9pm

Upper Uwchlan Twp Summer Concert (Chester Springs) - July 13th, 4:30pm-7pm

Bird Walk with the Valley Forge Audubon Society (Hibernia Park) - July 13th, 6:30pm-8:30pm

Multi-Chamber Speed Networking BBQ (Malvern) - July 15th, 11:30am-1:30pm

Eagleview Farmers’ Market (Eagleview) - July 17th, 3pm-6pm

Chris Kasper Band at Broad Run Park (Downingtown) - July 17th, 6pm

Kimberton Summer Concert Series (Phoenixville) - July 17th, 6:30pm

Summer Series Movie Night (Caln) - July 18th, 7:30pm

Downingtown Farmers’ Market (Downingtown) - July 19th, 9am-1pm

Marsh Creek West Ramp - Mountain Bike or Hike, Picnic, Kayaking/SUP, Beer garden (Downingtown) - July 19th, 10:30am-8:30pm

Victory Summer Love Block Party (Downingtown) - July 19th, 11am-6pm

Ice Cream Social at Springton Manor Farm (Glenmoore) - July 20th, 2pm-5pm

Eagleview Farmers’ Market (Eagleview) - July 24th, 3pm-6pm

Christmas in July (Wallace Twp) - July 25th, 6:30pm

Downingtown Farmers’ Market (Downingtown) - July 26th, 9am-1pm

Eagleview Farmers’ Market (Eagleview) - July 31st, 3pm-6pm

The Amazing Spaghetti (Downingtown) - July 31st, 6pm

National Night Out Concert: Chico’s Vibe (Caln twp) - Aug 5th, 6pm

17th Annual Golf Outing and Dinner (Downingtown) - Aug 8th, 11am-8am

Caln Summer Series: Wonka (Caln twp) - Aug 8th, 7:30pm

96th Old Fiddler’s Picnic (Coatesville) - Aug 9th, 10am-4pm

Roots and Blues Festival (Kennett Square) - Aug 9th, 11-6:45pm

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