Chadds Ford Tavern Talks goes into ‘feast mode’ Nov. 9
CHADDS FORD » Chadds Ford Historical Society concludes its Tavern Talks series for 2017 with “Feast Mode!” from 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 9, at the BarnsBrinton House, 630 Baltimore Pike. November’s food-centric topic features 18th century delicacies with several interactive cooking stations. Learn about tavern fare with historic foodways historian Susan Plaisted and cheer on TV host, podcaster and competitive food eater Monty “Moe Train” Wiradilaga as he does the “Colonial Food Tasting Challenge.” Other guest participants include New Castle Historical Society and Chaddsford Winery.
Tavern Talks is a monthly experience (not a lecture) aimed exclusively for adults 21 and older that focuses on unexplored aspects of early American history and culture. Guests experience history with hands-on activities, food and drink tastings, demonstrations, and more.
Admission is $20 for nonmembers and $15 for members. Tickets must be purchased in advance over the phone, in person or online at http://bit.ly/2i1qCDs as space is limited. All attendees must be 21 and older.
For tickets and information, call 610-388-7376, email info@chaddsfordhistory.org or visit www. chaddsfordhistory.org
November food drive in Clifton
CLIFTON HEIGHTS » Clifton Heights Boys Scout Troop 111 and Girl Scout Troops 506, 517, 5613, 5042, 5101, 5110, 5680 and 5826 are “Scouting for Food” during their annual food collection drives Nov. 11 and 18.
Troop members are dropping off plastic bags to homes in the areas of Clifton Heights and Secane and Drexel Hill sections of Upper Darby on Nov. 11 and return the following Saturday Nov. 18 to pick up nonperishable donations of food and household necessities at residents’ doors.
Scouts are seeking donations of peanut butter, jelly, tuna, coffee, tea, sugar, cereal, infant formula, baby food, rice, mac and cheese, pasta products, soap, toilet paper and other items not covered by food stamps.
According to coordinator Harris Resnick, all items will be distributed locally and shared among local churches including Trinity United Presbyterian, St. Stephen, St. Charles, St. Eugene and other participating churches.
Persons whose donations are not picked up by 1 p.m. should call 610-547-9340.
Donations are collected at the Today’s Child Community Center, the former Sacred Heart Social Hall, 357 E. Berkley Ave., Clifton Heights where volunteers are be welcomed.
Learn about Arab culture Monday
ASTON » Neumann University hosts a program on Arabic and Muslim culture at 12:40 p.m. Monday, Oct. 30, in the Multipurpose Hall of the Bruder Life Center. Mutaz Al Mudaris, a nationally certified Arabic language interpreter, explains what Westerners need to know to engage those of the Muslim faith with competence and sensitivity. The program is free and open to the public.
Since 2012, Mutaz has been working at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) in language, cultural and educational support. He is also a member of the Cultural Awareness Council at CHOP.
A native of Iraq, Mutaz moved to the U.S with his family in 2009. In 2013 he teamed up with his mother, a scientist and professor, to write a book about Iraq, moving to the United States, and the positive impact the city of Philadelphia has had on their family.
The program was arranged by Dr. Leanne Owen, a professor of Criminal Justice. Dr. Owen teaches a variety of courses, including Criminology, Research Methods, Restorative Justice, and Multicultural Issues in Criminal Justice.
See best of Edgmont through Nov. 15
EDGMONT » Beauty Art Gallery, 3857 Providence Road, #200, Newtown Square, hosts “Edgmont Environs & Details,” celebrating Edgmont Township in an exhibit featuring 54 photographs by 27 local photographers. The exhibit is on view through Nov. 15.
“Edgmont Environs & Details” portrays a mix of what makes the township memorable — from scenes in Ridley Creek State Park and the Colonial Plantation, to local animals, trees, fields, and even a few shops and eateries. Photographs are available for purchase.
The exhibit showcases the results of a competition that invited amateur and professional photographers to submit their best images captured within the 10 square miles of the township. Jurors for the competition were Main Line Art Center Director Amie Potsic; Edgmont Township supervisor Hank Winchester, III; realtor and Edgmont business association board member David Joslin; and Beauty Art Gallery owner Paula Jackson.
Prizes were awarded by the jury panel and a popular vote for “People’s Choice.” Awards include:
• Edgmont Calendar Award: Eileen Kamison for “Morning Stroll” taken at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation
• Edgmont Business Association Award: Laura Ducceschi for “Colonial Barn,” Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation
• Best Animal and People’s Choice awards: Mindy Tatz Chernoff for “Curious x Two” taken at Chunk of Heaven Horse Farm
• Best Landscape: Thomas Caldwell for “Grazing in the Gloaming” taken at Ridley Creek State Park
• Best Detail: Lisa Briand for ”Tiny Visitor,” taken at Wedgewood Gardens
• Best Floral: Pamela Cloud for “Peony Fashionistas” captured at Eleanor Tickner’s peony farm
• “I Want to See This in Person” Award: Barbara M. Weyler for “Carrying the Sky on His Back,” taken at Hidden Valley Farm
• “Biggest Wow:” Jack Zigon for “Ridley Creek Foggy Sunrise” taken at Ridley Creek State Park
Also showing photographs juried into the show are Mark Cooper, Jaclyn Everts, Katie Gowa, Marian Hetherington, Alison Woodward Kelly, Denise Lafferty, Susan LaTorre, Hailey Lighton, Lori Lighton, Dan Mallach, Pam Mariani, Karl Staven, Jenny Van Dusen, Chris Ventura, Maureen Vita, Allison Walker, Barbara Weyler, Judy Wolinsky, Jacquelyn Zalkind and Jack Zigon.
For information, visit www.beautyartgallery.net/edgmontphotographs
Crafter spots open at Brookhaven fair
BROOKHAVEN » Crafters are wanted for the Brookhaven Town Watch Holiday Craft Fair, set for 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 25, at the Brookhaven Municipal Center, 2 Cambridge Road. Cost is $25 per space. There are a limited number of tables available for an additional $5.
Make checks payable to Brookhaven Town Watch and mail to 722 Cambridge Road, Brookhaven, PA 19015. For information, call 610872-3294.
Register for Brookhaven CPA reunion
BROOKHAVEN » Brookhaven Citizens Police Academy holds an alumni reunion at 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 13, at the municipal building, 2 Cambridge Road. The event includes a buffet meal.
Admission is free for CPA graduates; those bringing a guest(s) should mail check made payable to Brookhaven CPA Alumni including $5 per guest to John Eller, 507 Westview Court, West Grove, PA 19390. Event shirts are available; cost is $6 for a T-shirt; $8 for long sleeve T-shirt; $11 for sweat shirt; $12 for blue; add $2 for size XX-large and $5 for size XXX-large. Include shirt payments on check to Eller and specify size and shirt color (white, gray, blue).
Registration is required; RVSP and mail checks in time to arrive by Oct. 27. For information and to RVSP, contact John Eller at john. eller@gmail.com or 484883-3677 and provide name, address, phone number and email address.