NCAA hoop champion Villanova Wildcats at Freedoms tennis match
PHILADELPHIA >> Villanova fans have the unique opportunity to pose with the 2016 Men’s Basketball National Championship Trophy and meet the team’s mascot, Will D. Cat, as part of the Philadelphia Freedoms’ ‘Nova Night at the Villanova University Pavilion at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 4. During this night, the Freedoms meet the Springfield Lasers, beginning at 6:45 p.m.
‘Nova Night’ comes as part of the Freedoms season-long Freedomfest, a series of themed-night entertainment and familyfun activities that occur before each home match throughout the season. In addition to the National Championship Trophy, the night will also feature a Beatles cover band and Girls Night Out presented by Macy’s.
Tickets for the 2016 Philadelphia Freedoms season are on sale now online at www.philadelphiafreedoms.com or by phone at (866-WTT-TIXS).
Networking at country club
CONCORD >> Join local businesses at the Delaware County Chamber Business Trade Show 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 4 at Concord Country Club,
1601 Old Wilmington Pike. Cost of $20 at the door, or free with pre-registration, includes over 25 exhibiting companies, continental breakfast and light fare throughout the day, a “Winning in a Competitive Market” workshop with SCORE at 10 a.m., and a chance to win prizes every hour. For information and registration, visit www.delcochamber.org
Fundraiser for roller derby team
CHADDS FORD >> Brandywine Roller Derby holds a “On a Roll!” silent auction fundraiser from 7-10 p.m. Aug. 13 at Hannum’s Harley-Davidson, Chadds Ford, 1241 Baltimore Pike.
Tickets cost is $30 per person or $50 for a pair and can be purchased online or at the door. Guests must be 21 and older. Admission to the event includes food from local restaurants, DJ entertainment, skating and biking demonstrations, admission to the silent auction, dessert by The Master’s Baker and complimentary drinks by Broken Goblet Brewery. Silent auction items are from local businesses, restaurants and artisans in the area and feature vacation get-aways, gift certificates, gift baskets and other unique finds.
Brandywine Roller Derby (BRD) is Chester County’s first and only allwomen’s, flat track roller derby league, currently ranked 41st in the world. Founded in 2010, BRD is a not-for-profit league owned and operated by the skaters, for the skaters and is part of the international Women’s Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA).
Proceeds benefit team travel expenses, practice space rentals, and home game costs. For information and tickets, www.brandywinerollerderby. com or email brdsponsor@gmail.com
Corn boil at Crum Lynne legion
RIDLEY TOWNSHIP >> American Legion Post 777, 137 Walter St, Crum Lynne, hosts its annual corn boil from 1-5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13. Proceeds benefit the operation of the post. Chef Louie is on the grill, serving hot dogs, hamburgers, sausage, chicken cheesesteaks and more, with salads and New Jersey corn. Refreshments include water, sodas and beer. Cost is $15 for adults, $10 for children 11-18, and free for children 10 and under.
Davidson hosts senior event
UPPER DARBY >> State Rep. Margo Davidson (D-Delaware) concludes a series of summer Senior Celebration events for area seniors this summer from 1-3 p.m. Aug. 10 at Watkins Center, 326 Watkins Ave. The event includes an ice cream social and staff members providing state services, free notary service, and taking photos for new SEPTA senior ID cards.
For information, call Maureen McGrory at 610259-7016 or email mmcgrory@pahouse.net
Morton Amvets hosts picnic
MORTON >> Amvets Post 118, 211 N. Morton Ave., holds a family picnic from 1-5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 14. Cost of $12 for adults, $6 for children ages 11-18, and free for children 10 and under includes corn, hot dogs, hamburgers, salads, deserts, beer, soda and water. For tickets, see the post bartender or call Commander Charles Dougherty at 610-3280704, Mark Hines at 484390-2061 or Harry Mirra at 610-543-2082. The post’s Crab Feast is set for Sunday, Sept. 18. Cost is $25.00. Call now for tickets.