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🎁 Santa's Workshop in Coatesville | 🎨 Caln Art Going Off Display | 🎄 Christkindlmarkt in WC | 🏈 Area Football Results

Downingtown Local Pulse Nov 10th, 2025

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10 Nov

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Santa's Workshop in Coatesville to Serve Nearly 100 Families This December

COATESVILLE, PA — Shar's Hands, a Chester County nonprofit, will host its Santa's Workshop on December 12 in Coatesville, serving nearly 100 families with more than 275 children. The event allows parents facing financial challenges to select Christmas gifts for their children at no cost. The organization is seeking community donations of toys, coats, and pajamas to meet the demand.

Last Chance to View Community Day Art Show at Caln Township Hall

CALN TWP — Caln Township is reminding Community Day Art Show participants to collect their artwork from the municipal building. Submissions can be picked up Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Officials are encouraging residents to view the lobby display before all pieces are retrieved by their creators.

Christkindlmarkt to Feature 100 Artisan Vendors in Downtown West Chester

WEST CHESTER, PA — West Chester's sixth annual Christkindlmarkt returns December 13, transforming downtown Gay Street into a European-style holiday market. More than 100 vendors will offer handcrafted items, while activities include Santa visits, carolers, and live music. The free event runs from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and will proceed rain or shine.

Two Local Teams Secure District Playoff Victories on Friday Night

DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Bishop Shanahan's football team captured the District 1-4A championship Friday night with a 42-21 victory over Pope John Paul II, marking the Eagles' first district title since 2021. After struggling against Pope John Paul II in recent years, Shanahan's defense forced five turnovers while the rushing attack dominated. The Eagles advance to face undefeated North Pocono in the PIAA Class 4A Tournament first round.

In District 1-6A quarterfinal play, top-seeded Pennridge reversed a 43-point loss from 2023, defeating eighth-seeded Downingtown East 21-9. The Rams controlled the second half, running 37 plays to the Cougars' nine.

Fourth-seeded Coatesville ended an offensive slump with a 14-0 victory over Council Rock South, benefiting from the return of injured senior quarterback Matt Ortega Jr. The Red Raiders had been shut out in consecutive games during his absence.

Pennridge will face Coatesville in the semifinals next Friday at 7:00 p.m., with the winner advancing to meet either North Penn or Neshaminy in the district championship.

Upcoming local events…

Chester County Networking Happy Hour (Exton) - Nov 18, 5:30pm-7:30pm

Downingtown West Indoor Percussion Craft Fair (Downingtown) - Nov 22nd, 11am-4pm

Chester County Networking Monthly West Chester Happy Hour (West Chester) - Nov 22nd, 5pm-7pm

East Brandywine Tree Lighting (East Brandywine) - Nov 29, 3pm-5pm

Downingtown Christmas Tree Lighting (Downingtown) - Nov 29, 6pm-7:30pm

Coatesville Christmas Parade (Coatesville) - Dec 6th, 10am-2pm

Caln Township Tree Lighting (Thorndale) - Dec 7th, 5pm


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