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🔌 PECO Expands Assistance Programs | 🥾 Presidents' Day Hike | 📚 Laundromat Libraries | 📅 County Parks Announce Spring and Summer Events
Downingtown Local Pulse Jan 30th, 2025
Chesco Sean
30 Jan
In Today’s Issue of Downingtown Local Pulse…
PECO Expands Assistance Programs as Energy Costs Strain Pennsylvania Households
PHILADELPHIA, PA — PECO Energy Company offers multiple assistance programs for customers struggling with energy bills. The Philadelphia utility's initiatives include financial aid for low-income households, specialized services for customers with disabilities and special needs, and community programs allowing neighbors to support one another. As energy costs continue challenging household budgets across Pennsylvania, these programs provide both immediate relief and sustained support. Customers can access program information and eligibility details through the company's website.
Presidents' Day Hike Planned at County Park
ATGLEN, PA — Chester County Parks and Preservation has openings remaining for a Presidents' Day guided hike at Wolf's Hollow County Park on February 16. Ranger Henry will lead the moderate four-mile trek from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Park officials hope recent snowfall will melt before the midday excursion. The holiday hike offers residents an opportunity to explore the county park system during a typically quiet period for outdoor recreation. Advance registration is required for participants.
West Chester Nonprofit Distributes 207,000 Books Through Laundromat Network
WEST CHESTER, PA — A West Chester nonprofit is bringing literacy resources to underserved families by placing free children's books in laundromats nationwide. The Laundromat Library League operates in 289 locations across 36 states, having distributed more than 207,000 books since its founding in 2014.
Decorated boxes holding 50 to 60 titles invite families to take books home permanently. The program particularly targets children with limited reading materials at home, with former educator Peggy Staarman noting this as the organization's primary mission.
At West Goshen's Family Laundromat, the impact is evident as young patrons read during wash cycles. Approximately half the books at this location are Spanish or bilingual, addressing the linguistic diversity of users.
The nonprofit operates through 968 volunteers who refresh collections biweekly, funded by small grants and donations. More info online at https://www.laundromatlibraryleague.org/
Chester County Parks Announce Spring and Summer Events Calendar Through August
WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County Parks and Preservation has posted its spring and summer events calendar featuring six public celebrations from April through August. The lineup includes Celebrate Trails Day, Sheep and Wool Day, Nottingham Country Fair, Exton Community Day, an Ice Cream Social, and the Old Fiddler's Picnic. Events are distributed across multiple county parks and the historic Springton Manor Farm. Vendor applications are now available through the county website.
Upcoming local events…
Chester County Networking Monthly WC Happy Hour (West Chester) - Feb 10th, 5pm-7pm
Monthly VRA Realty Investors Meetup (West Chester) - Feb 11, 6:45pm-8:30pm
Barks, Brews, and Baked Goods (Chester Springs) - Feb 13, 7am-9:30am
WCU Live! presents the Sharpe Family Singers $ (West Chester) - Feb 13, 7pm
Downingtown Farmers Market (Downingtown) - Feb 14, 10am-12pm
Downingtown Repair Cafe (Chester Springs) - Feb 14, 10am-2pm
StrongHER: Women's Self-Defense Seminar (West Chester) - Feb 28, 10am-11:30am
Momprenuers of Chester County Walk & Talk (Exton) - March 7, 7pm-8pm
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