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In Today’s Issue of Downingtown Local Pulse…

☀️ Downingtown PA Weather

🎨 Chester County Studio Tour Returns This Weekend With 59 Artists

👗 "Woven in History" Brings Period Fashion to Hibernia Mansion

🎺 WCU Marching Band Competition for America’s 250th

🗃️ East Brandywine Township Seeks Full-Time Receptionist

🎙️ Local Coach Meg Kuhnle Is on a Mission to Help Chester County Moms Thrive

🏘️ Local Real Estate Listings

🗓️ Upcoming Local Events

WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Studio Tour, one of the region's most anticipated arts events, takes place this weekend on Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17. A total of 59 studios across the county will open to the public, showcasing a wide range of mediums, including painting, sculpture, photography, ceramics, and glass.

The self-guided tour is free to attend and gives visitors a chance to step inside working studios, meet the artists, and see how their work comes together. Designed as both a community celebration and a window into the local creative scene, the event invites attendees to set their own pace as they move between locations. A full list of participating studios, along with a tour map and additional information, can be found at countystudiotour.com.

COATESVILLE, PA — The Friends of Hibernia County Park will host "Woven in History" at Hibernia Mansion on Thursday, May 21, from 5:30 to 7 p.m., offering visitors a chance to view historical fashions within the preserved setting of the 19th-century home. The event is part of the Chester County Planning Commission's annual Town Tours & Village Walks series, which highlights the county's historic sites through free, themed evening programs.

Interest in the showcase has already drawn early visitors, including David Stephens, known locally for his portrayal of the 1800s charcoal maker. Ranger Erb, who stopped in for a sneak peek of the displays. The mansion's period atmosphere is expected to add context to the garments on view, giving attendees a fuller sense of the era the clothing represents.

WEST CHESTER UNIVERSITY — In recognition of the United States' 250th birthday, West Chester University will host the World Association of Marching Show Bands' 250th USA Championships at John A. Farrell Stadium on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. The international competition, a first for the region, will bring marching bands from Italy, Germany, Sweden, England, Puerto Rico, Colombia and Wisconsin to West Chester for a full day of performances, judging and cultural exchange.

Beyond the competition, attendees can sample global cuisine at an International Food Truck Expo running throughout the afternoon. The visiting bands, housed at West Chester University during their stay, will also march in Philadelphia's Salute to Independence 250th Parade on Thursday, July 3, a free event beginning at noon.

Tickets are $50 for VIP seating, $25 for front-side general admission and $15 for back-side seating, with cash-only sales at the gate. Parking is free. Advance purchase is encouraged through vivaceproductions.com/wamsb2026, as the event is expected to sell out.

EAST BRANDYWINE TWP — East Brandywine Township is hiring a receptionist to serve as the first point of contact for residents and to support administrative, permitting and communications work. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and at least four years of administrative experience with significant public contact. Application details are available at ebrandywine.org.

DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Meg Kuhnle, founder of Mega Thrive Coaching out of the Downingtown area, recently joined Jenny Leigh on the Good to Know in Chester County podcast for a conversation that a lot of moms around here needed to hear. A Unionville High School grad and two-sport collegiate athlete, Meg combines personal training and life coaching to help moms feel strong, grounded, and supported — no matter what stage of motherhood they're in. She offers virtual personal training, one-on-one coaching, and a blend of both, all built around meeting each woman exactly where she is. She also hosts Mom's Night Out gatherings and has plans for quarterly retreats at unique venues across Chester County in 2026. What sets Meg apart is simple — she genuinely listens, she never pushes, and her goal is always to work herself out of a job by giving her clients the confidence and tools to keep going on their own. Find her on Facebook, Instagram, and the web at Mega Thrive Coaching, or catch the full episode of Good to Know in Chester County with host Jenny Leigh wherever you listen to podcasts.

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Upcoming local events…

Annual Bike to Work Day (Exton) - May 14th, 7:30am-9pm

Town Tours and Village Walks: Spring-Ford Area Historical Society (Spring City) - May 14th, 5:30pm-7pm

Chester County Studio Tour 2026 - May 16th-17th

The Ledbetters and Superunknown- Tributes to Pearl Jam and Christ Cornell $ (Phoenixville) - May 16, 8pm

Vintage Flea with DV with Yvette The Hot Dog Lady (Downingtown) May 17th, 9am-4pm

West Bradford Day (Broad Run Park) - May 17, 12pm-4pm

EB Fore The Parks Golf Tournament (Honey Brook) - May 20, 8am-12pm

YPN Kickball Tournament and Happy Hour (Downingtown) - May 21, 5pm-7:30pm

Strikeouts for Katie 2026 (Downingtown) - May 23, 7am

Grand Opening - Pollinator Garden (Downingtown) - May 23, 9:30am-11pm

46th Annual Chester County Antique Car Club Car Show (Downingtown) - May 23, 10am-2pm

Levante Beer Garden Returns to Highland Orchards (Downingtown) - May 23- May 24

Downingtown Memorial Day Parade and Service - May 25, 10am

Small Business Networking Happy Hour (Downingtown - May 29, 6pm-9pm

Civil War Reenactment (Exton) - May 30, 10am-4pm

Expedition Crawlers RC Enduro Challenge (Downingtown) - May 30, 11am

Kerr Park Gallery Walk (Downingtown) - May 31, 11am-2pm

Spring Concert at Shamona Park (Downingtown) - May 31, 5pm-8pm

Art in The Park (Caln) - June 6, 1pm-3pm

Pook & Pook Auction Summer Americana Sale (Downingtown) - June 11th-12th

St. Joseph Community Festival (Downingtown) - June 16-June20

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