Good to Know: December 2024
Just a few things we’d thought you’d like to know this month
Honest Abe
While you’re in town for West Chester’s Christmas parade, don’t miss the Little Lincoln Gettysburg Address Contest, December 6 at 5:45 p.m. Donning their best Abe Lincoln attire, middle schoolers proudly recite the Gettysburg Address from the Lincoln Building balcony. Hosted by the Chester County Community Foundation, the contest encourages students, their families and friends to become more involved with their community and appreciate local history. 28 W. Market St., West Chester. ChescoCF.org.
Reading 9 to 5
Got a little bookworm in your life? Chester County is now part of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Kiddos under 6 can receive a free book delivered to their door every month. Powered locally by Arts Holding Hands and Hearts in partnership with the Justamere Foundation, YMCA of Greater Brandywine and Kennett Library, the program aims to increase literacy for preschool-age children and foster a love of reading in the community. Sign up at ImaginationLibrary.com.
New ’Do
Update your look before your next holiday party at Wild Honey Salon. This popular Philly hair salon recently opened a second location in downtown West Chester. Their stylists will work with you on a personalized hair-care plan — creating a custom color formula, choosing the right cut for your face shape, lifestyle and goals, and ending with recommendations for at-home care. Book a visit or online consultation. 22 W. Market St., West Chester. SalonWildHoney.com.
Dream Designs
Looking to refresh your home in the new year? Stop by Nicole Bailey Designs’ new showroom and design studio in West Chester. Sample loads of upholstery options, wallpapers, flooring and more, or check out their kitchen and bath design center. In addition to “interior design for the everyday family,” Nicole Bailey Designs offers renovation design and management services, and now provides e-consultations nationally. 105 S. High St., West Chester. NicoleBaileyDesigns.com.
Local Debut
Need a new read? Phoenixville native Andrew Bridgeman’s debut novel, “Fortunate Son” (Mission Point Press), is generating lots of buzz. Described by Kirkus Reviews as “an action-packed political thriller that delivers surprising plot turns and affecting characterization,” the story stars Ben Danvers, who learns he was the victim of a notorious kidnapping as a boy and the son of the vice president-elect. Find it at Reads & Company and other independent bookstores. AndrewBridgeman.com.
