In Today’s Issue of Downingtown Local Pulse…

☀️ Downingtown PA Weather

🛟 Residents Train as Emergency Responders

🏃 Snowball Shuffle Returns March 7, Now With Official Race Timing

🎂 West Bradford Township Plans Series of Events to Mark America's 250th

🥾 Chester County Parks Opens Spring Registration With Archery, Camping, Bird Hikes, and More

🔎 Support Local Downingtown Businesses

🏘️ REAL ESTATE LISTINGS ARE BACK!

🗓️ Upcoming Local Events

🤣 PULSE Daily Funnies and Joke of The Day

WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County is inviting residents to sign up for its spring Community Emergency Response Team training, with registration closing March 11, 2026, ahead of a March 16 start date. The CERT program prepares community volunteers to respond effectively during local emergencies by teaching core skills such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team coordination, and basic disaster medical operations. The program is designed to strengthen community resilience by ensuring that trained volunteers are available to support professional first responders when disasters strike.

View the spring 2026 class flyer here.

Register for the spring 2026 class here.

To learn more about our next scheduled class or talk to us about the program, email the Community Resilience Coordinator

DOWNINGTOWN, PA — The 5th Annual Snowball Shuffle 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk returns on Saturday, March 7, at Eagleview Town Center in Exton, hosted by Communities That Care of Greater Downingtown, a coalition dedicated to youth development and positive mental health across the region. This year's event introduces official race timing through Run The Day, with medals going to top overall finishers and age group leaders. Registration is $35 through March 6 — $40 on race day, and $25 for children under 12 — and includes a long-sleeve shirt along with access to post-race amenities including a hot chocolate bar, sweets, and a raffle. The event welcomes competitive runners, casual walkers, and families alike, and proceeds go toward CTC's evidence-based prevention and youth empowerment programs throughout Greater Downingtown. Registration is open at runtheday.com.

WEST BRADFORD TWP — West Bradford Township and the Friends of Martin's Tavern are marking America's 250th anniversary with a series of local events, including a patriotic celebration in Marshallton on July 19, 2026, community litter cleanups, an Arbor Day tree planting, a Revolutionary War walking tour planned for 2027, and a forthcoming reenactment featuring soldier-diarist Joseph Plumb Martin. Details are available at westbradford.org.

WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County Parks and Preservation is welcoming the change of seasons with a fresh round of spring programming, now open for registration. This year's lineup casts a wide net, with options ranging from family archery and an overnight camping adventure to guided hikes focused on migratory birds passing through the region. The department is also offering programs that accommodate pets, giving four-legged companions a chance to join in the fun. The programming reflects an ongoing commitment by Chester County to make its parks and natural spaces accessible and engaging for residents of all ages and backgrounds. Full program details and registration are available at chesco.org/parkprograms.

Market Snapshot for Downingtown

Active:
122 BRANDYWINE AVE Downingtown ($205,000)

255 PROSPECT AVE #B Downingtown ($350,000)

405 SUNSET DR Downingtown ($375,000)

357 JEFFERSON AVE Downingtown ($400,000)

149 LAKE DR Downingtown ($425,000)

227 HIGHLAND AVE Downingtown ($425,000)

1221 RHODE ISLAND LN Downingtown ($459,000)

337 HIGHLAND AVE Downingtown ($475,000)

21 BEAVER RUN RD Downingtown ($539,900)

58 GRAYSON LN Downingtown ($549,000)

2929 AVEBURY STONE CIR Downingtown ($559,000)

105 CAMRYN CT Downingtown ($570,000)

3308 ALYDAR RD Downingtown ($585,000)

26 MCILVAIN DR Downingtown ($624,900)

236 SPRING RUN LN Downingtown ($715,000)

923 STABLE WAY Downingtown ($770,000)

45 W PENNSYLVANIA AVE Downingtown ($1,600,000)

1541 DOWLIN FORGE RD Downingtown ($1,699,000)

Price Reduced:
419 SUNSET DR Downingtown ($435,000)

141 FOUR LEAF DR Downingtown ($625,000)


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Upcoming local events…

StrongHER: Women's Self-Defense Seminar (West Chester) - Feb 28, 10am-11:30am

Downingtown Farmers’ Market (Kerr Park) - Feb 28, 10am-12pm

Kennett Winterfest (KSQ) - Feb 28, 12:30pm

Chester County Card Show (WCU) - March 1, 9am-3pm

True Crime on Trial (Victory Downingtown) - March 3, 6pm-9pm

Cheers to Downingtown! (The Borough, Downingtown) - March 5, 5pm

Momprenuers of Chester County Walk & Talk (Exton) - March 7, 7pm-8pm

Coatesville Star Party (Hibernia Park) - March 7, 6pm-8pm

Maple Syrup Making (Springton Manor Farm) - March 8, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm

Chester County Networking West Chester Happy Hour (WC) - March 10, 5pm-7pm

Children’s Consignment Sale (Exton) - March 13, 5:30pm

Bluebird Landlord Workshop (Springton Manor Farm) - March 14, 1pm-2pm

Chester County Networking Happy Hour (Exton) - March 24, 5:30pm-7:30pm

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