Good to Know: November 2024
Just a few things we’d thought you’d like to know this month
For the Birds
Congratulations to Phoenixville for its recent designation as an official Bird Town. An offshoot of the National Audubon Society, Bird Town Pennsylvania works with municipalities to promote community- based conservation to create a healthier, more sustainable environment for birds, wildlife and people alike. Phoenixville is one of 68 Bird Towns across the state, including Kennett Township, Malvern Borough, Media Borough and Westtown Township. Full list at BirdTownPA.org.
Attention Audiophiles
Support your local independent bookstore with a subscription to Libro.fm. For $14.99 a month, you get one credit each month for a digital download from their collection of over 500,000 audiobooks — similar to Audible — plus 30% off additional audiobooks. Profits are shared with your chosen bookstore. Participating shops include West Chester’s Bookstore Bakery, Exton’s Wellington Square Bookshop, Phoenixville’s Reads & Company and Wayne’s Main Point Books. Happy listening! Libro.fm.
Across the Pond
Downingtown now has a sister city in the United Kingdom. In the early 18th century, Downingtown namesake Thomas Downing II left the small town of Bradninch, Devon for the New World. Three hundred years later, East Brandywine Township’s Ryan Roe connected the mayors of both cities to sign a formal sister city agreement, which aims to “promote international goodwill and understanding between the two cities and their respective nations.” The rest, as they say, is history! DailyLocal.com.
You’re Invited
From the folks behind Kennett’s Bookhouse Hotel, The Bookhouse at Faunbrook (formerly Faunbrook Bed & Breakfast) is coming soon. Get a sneak peek at the first annual Darlington Book Ball, November 16. This Regency/ Victorian-inspired affair (think “Bridgerton”) features live music, ballroom dancers, portrait artists, catering by John Serock, signature drinks (and open bar), a photobooth and professional photographer. Proceeds will be donated to the Friends Association. Tickets, $169. 669 W. Rosedale Ave., West Chester. TheBookhouseHotel.com/Book-Ball.
Grandiose Gardens
Over three years in the making, Longwood Reimagined opens November 22 — just in time for “A Longwood Christmas,” opening the same day. Described as a “sweeping reimagination” of their conservatory and grounds, Longwood Gardens’ largest-ever project includes a new outdoor Bonsai Courtyard, new public restaurant and private event space, and the main attraction: the West Conservatory, a brand-new, 32,000-square-foot glasshouse using sustainable technologies. Get tickets now! 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. LongwoodGardens.org/Longwood-Reimagined.
