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KENNETT SQUARE, PA — The Kennett Brewfest returns for its 29th year on Saturday, Oct. 10, at 600 S. Broad Street in Kennett Square, and this year it offers more than craft beer. The General Session runs from 1:30 to 5 p.m.

Organizers have added more canned cocktails and spirits-based drinks from brands including Fishtown Iced Tea, Lancaster Craft Spirits Distillery and Top Dog Cocktails. The additions also widen the gluten-free options. Two bands will perform: Lazy Villains from noon to 2:15 p.m. and Tucked In from 2:45 to 5 p.m.

Liquid Death is supplying free still water, sparkling water and zero-sugar energy drinks. Between tastings, guests can try strength challenges at the YMCA Fit Truk or play cornhole at the Backyard BBQ, presented by Ace Hardware of Kennett Square.

General Session tickets are $65, and non-alcoholic tickets are $25. The Connoisseur Session is sold out. The festival is the largest annual fundraiser for Kennett Collaborative, which supports community events, placemaking projects and the KSQ Farmers Market. Details are at www.kennettbrewfest.com.

Silver has more than doubled gold's return since March 2020, even after a 53% correction from its January peak.

Our research team sees a familiar pattern. Silver's returns more than doubled gold's from 1974 to 1987. After the financial crisis, silver beat gold five-fold in three years.

The reason is size. In 2025, investors put about $15.6 billion into physical silver and silver ETFs, against $111.2 billion for gold. Small inflows move silver hard.

Silver is also in its sixth straight annual supply deficit. The Ultimate Silver Playbook explains what the team expects next. It's free.

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WEST CHESTER, PA — The West Chester Chili Cook-off returns to downtown West Chester on Sunday, Oct. 11, taking over Gay Street from noon to 4 p.m.

The field includes both local favorites and hometown chefs, all competing for the People's Choice Award. Along with plenty of chili to sample, the event will feature live music and a kids zone, making it an option for families as well as chili enthusiasts.

Should rain force a postponement, the cook-off will be held the following Sunday, Oct. 18. More information is available at westchesterchilicookoff.com.

COATESVILLE, PA — The Coatesville Area Public Library runs a weekly chess club on Tuesdays from 4 to 6 p.m., open to all ages and skill levels.

The club is designed for newcomers and experienced players alike, and no prior experience is necessary. Those who attend can play, learn the game and improve under the guidance of Coach Stafford.

No registration is required, so players can simply show up at the library, 501 E. Lincoln Highway in Coatesville. For more information, call (610) 384-4115 or visit www.coatesvillelibrary.org.

WARWICK TWP — Warwick County Park will host Astronomy Night on Saturday, Oct. 17, from 7 to 10 p.m., presented by the Ches-Mont Astronomical Society.

Ranger Erb and Rob Cordivari of the society will guide the evening. If skies are clear, they hope to show attendees galaxies, star clusters, nebulae, double stars and more.

Since the program depends on the weather, organizers ask that attendees register ahead of time to receive any updates. Registration is available through Chester County's online catalog

Upcoming local events…

Caln Coffee With a Cop (Thorndale) - Oct 7, 9:30am-11:30am
Alert Fire Co. No. 1 Open House - Oct 7, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Glen Moore Fire Company Open House - Oct 7, 6:30pm-8:30pm

Friends of Chester County Library Fall Book Sale (Exton) - Oct 9-11

Downingtown Farmers’ Market (Kerr Park) - Oct 10, 9am-1pm
Save-A-Paw (Kerr Park) - Oct 10, 10am-3pm
Caln Clean-up Crew (Embreeville rd) - Oct 10, 10am-12pm
Friends Community Fair (Downingtown) - Oct 10, 10am-4pm
Gifting with Gratitude Event - All items free (Downingtown) - Oct 10, 1pm-3pm
West Bradford Family Fall Fest (Broad Run Park) - Oct 10, 4pm-7pm

East Brandywine Fire Co Open House - Oct 14, 6:00pm-8:30pm

The Great Pumpkin Carve 2026 (Chadds Ford) - Oct 15-17

Friends of Hibernia Mansion Mystery (Hibernia Park) - Oct 16th, 5pm-7pm | Oct 17th, 3pm-6pm

Origins: The Lenape, William Penn, and the Colonialists (East Brandywine) - Oct 18, 3pm

Upper Uwchlan Trunk or Treat (Pickering Valley ES) - Oct 24, 3pm-5pm
Halloween Race (Shamona Park) - Oct 24, 3:30pm-5:30pm

Monsters, Masks and Milkweed (Exton) - Oct 25, 1pm-3pm

Caln Halloween Party (Thorndale) - Oct 31, 1pm-3pm

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