Stories from Around the Square

Read about the people, events, organizations, and businesses that make Kennett Square a great place to live, work, and visit.

Freedom to Ride

People often associate bike riding with the quintessential freedom of childhood summers and its benefits for physical and mental health as well...
Published July 01, 2022

A New Gem in Town

“With everything that’s going on in the world,” says Sophisticated Bling Studio owner Niamma Mayo, “I wanted to create a place that’s...
Published June 24, 2022

Local Roots

Kennett Blooms Floral Flash and Kennett Summerfest, both first-time events, brought beauty and a welcome sense of community celebration to Kennett Square...
Published June 17, 2022

Juneteenth 2022 in Kennett Square

Chester County, once known as a “hotbed of abolitionism,” was the threshold of liberty for Black freedom seekers making their way across...
Published June 10, 2022

Sweet Dreams Come True in Kennett Square

Necco Wafers, Double Bubble, SweeTarts, Pop Rocks, Mallo Cups. Charleston Chew, Toxic Slime, malted milk balls, Swedish Fish, licorice, gummies and gumballs—their...
Published June 03, 2022

Chester County Needs to Preserve Land by Building Better

Serenbe founder Steve Nygren urges us to pause and consider the irreparable damage being caused by our development patterns. The central question...
Published May 31, 2022

The Best New Thing: Kennett Summerfest Wine & Spirits Festival

“At last! The best new thing to happen to Kennett Square is almost here: our first annual Kennett Summerfest Wine and Spirits...
Published May 30, 2022