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🚴‍♂️ WC Trike Race | 🗝️ Farmhouse Museum Open House | 🚓 Caln Township’s National Night Out Photos

Downingtown Local Pulse Issue #496

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Chesco Sean
07 Aug

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Tricycles, Costumes, and Competition: Tour-de-Trike Returns to West Chester

WEST CHESTER, PA — The Tour-de-Trike is back for its second year in West Chester, set to take over Gay Street this Friday afternoon. Organized by local business and community groups, the adult tricycle relay invites teams of five to compete in a bracket-style race, complete with costumes and a festive crowd. This year’s event introduces a new “Second Chance Bracket,” allowing early-round losers another shot at the title. The race has quickly become a downtown favorite, drawing strong participation and creating a lively summer tradition. In case of rain, the event will move to Saturday, August 9.

Upper Uwchlan to Host Farmhouse Museum Open House

UPPER UWCHLAN TWP — On Sunday, August 10, the Upper Uwchlan Historical Commission will welcome the public to the Upland Farm Farmhouse Museum for a special open house event from 5 to 7 p.m. Timed to align with a concert at Upland Farm Park, the open house invites visitors to explore the first-floor museum, which features local historical exhibits and preserved artifacts. The event aims to foster community engagement with the township’s heritage. Parking will be available at 301 Pottstown Pike, with access via Darrell Drive.

Family Fun and Civic Pride Shine at Caln Township’s National Night Out

CALN TWP — National Night Out in Caln Township brought hundreds of residents together for an evening of music, appreciation, and community engagement. The celebration featured performances from the Coatesville High School Marching Band and Chico’s Vibe, along with appearances from public safety teams and costumed characters. Local fire departments provided on-site support, and donations were collected for the Domestic Violence Center of Chester County. With contributions from dozens of local sponsors, the event highlighted the township’s deep sense of unity and civic pride.

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Uwchlan Township Calls for Volunteers for Kids Tent at Community Day

UWCHLAN TWP — In advance of its annual Community Day, Uwchlan Township is inviting local residents to volunteer in the Kids Tent, where they’ll help with crafts and activities for children. Two evening shifts are available, and the role requires no prior experience—just a spirit of community involvement. Those interested can sign up online and are encouraged to participate with friends to make the day a memorable one for the township’s youngest guests.

Chester County Nonprofit Brings Therapy Within Reach for Children in Crisis

DOWNINGTOWN, PA — On the latest episode of Good 2 Know in Chester County” Jenny Leigh sits down with Leslie and Jacquie from “A Child’s Light”

A Child’s Light, a nonprofit based in Chester County, provides trauma-informed therapy to children ages 2 to 18 who have experienced abuse or other severe emotional distress. Founded by Leslie Holt just before the onset of COVID-19, the organization has since matched over 200 children with consistent, long-term mental health care. Therapists work on a sliding scale to allow children to continue treatment for up to a year, and services include equine, art, music, somatic, and talk therapy. The model is cost-effective and scalable, aiming to address a growing mental health crisis affecting tens of thousands of children across the region. A Child’s Light also engages with schools, law enforcement, and local families to raise awareness and remove barriers to care. Find more info at ChildsLight.com and more great local content at ChesterCounty.TV

Upcoming local events…

East Brandywine Summer Concert (East Brandywine Park) - Aug 7th, 6pm

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

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

Cars and Coffee and Donuts (Downingtown) - Aug 9th, 9am-11am

Tomato Fest at Downingtown Farmers’ Market (Downingtown) - Aug 9th, 9am-1pm

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

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

West Bradford Movie Night (West Bradford) - Aug 9th, 8:30pm

56th Annual Alert Fire Co Chicken Bar-B-Q and Bake Sale (Downingtown) Aug 16th, 4pm-7pm

Cars, Coffee, & Canines (Thorndale) - Aug 17th, 10:30am-1pm

Back to School Bash (Downingtown, Kerr Park) - Aug 17th, 12pm-3pm

Free Summer Concert: The Flying Komorowski Brothers (West Bradford) - Aug 21st, 6pm

Corn Hole Benefit for Vets (Downingtown) - Sept 13, 1pm


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