Chester looks for sponsors, vendors for Peace, Love and Unity Festival<\/p>\n
Chester last week announced the upcoming Peace, Love and Unity Festival, set to take place on Saturday, Sept. 13 from noon to 8 p.m.<\/p>\n
The family-friendly event will span from Chester City Hall to the Transportation Center, offering a day filled with positivity, entertainment, and unity for the residents of Chester.<\/p>\n
The Peace, Love and Unity Festival aims to bring together the diverse community of Chester for a day of celebration, featuring award-winning R&B artist Keke Wyatt as the main headliner. Alongside her, a dynamic lineup of local performers, entertainers and musicians will grace the stage, showcasing the talent that Chester has to offer. The festival will also include:<\/p>\n
\u2022 Fun, kid-friendly activities such as bounce houses, face painting, and arts and crafts<\/p>\n
\u2022 A business and vendor marketplace, spotlighting Chester\u2019s local businesses and unique cuisine<\/p>\n
\u2022 Resource tables from local service organizations<\/p>\n
\u2022 Community giveaways and more<\/p>\n
This is an opportunity not only for families to enjoy a day of entertainment but also for local vendors and businesses to connect with the community and generate revenue while contributing to the growth and pride of Chester.<\/p>\n
To bring this event to life, Chester is seeking sponsors and vendors to support the festival. Sponsorship opportunities are available at various levels, each with its own set of benefits and recognition opportunities.<\/p>\n
To secure a sponsorship or to inquire about vendor opportunities, contact City Councilman Fred Green at 610-447-7700 or fgreen@chestercity.com.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe look forward to partnering with you to bring this unforgettable event to life and create a day that celebrates the spirit of Chester,\u201d Green said. \u201cThank you for your support. Together, we can make Chester a stronger, more united community.\u201d<\/p>\n
Registration underway for Holy Spirit preschool<\/p>\n
Holy Spirit Nursery School, 2545 Franklin Ave., Secane, is currently enrolling children for fall classes.<\/p>\n
Children who will be ages 2 and 3 by Sept. 1 can enroll in pre-school, to be held 9:30 a.m. to noon, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Cost is $210 per month.<\/p>\n
Children who will be age 4 by Sept. 1 may enroll in the pre-kindergarten class, which will be held 9:30 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday. Cost is $240 per month.<\/p>\n
For over 50 years, Holy Spirit Nursery School has provided a loving and safe environment where children can thrive and learn.<\/p>\n
For more information on both pre-school and pre-kindergarten classes, call Holy Spirit Lutheran Church at 610-544-2707. Office hours are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Thursday.<\/p>\n
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Gary Zebrowski, left, of The Rotary Club of Media, presents a donation to Christian Ryan of the Media Theatre. (COURTESY OF LARRY SMOOSE)
\nMedia Rotary donates $3,000 to Media Theatre<\/p>\n
The Rotary Club of Media recently gave a $3,000 check to the Media Theatre. The donation included matching funds from the Rotary District 7450 Foundation.<\/p>\n
According to a press release from the Rotary Club, \u201cMedia Theatre is an iconic part of Media, drawing thousands to its performances, providing summer theatre camps for children and youth, hosting the Media Arts Council (MAC) Film Festival, as well as providing numerous special events.\u00a0 Recognizing its importance to the community as well as Delaware County and beyond, the Rotary Club wanted to support the theatre and become a sponsoring organization.\u201d<\/p>\n
The Rotary Club of Media meets weekly at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday at Margaret Kuo\u2019s Kitchen at Granite Run and everyone is welcome to come to a meeting and learn more about Rotary, the world\u2019s largest service organization.<\/p>\n
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Performer C.E.O Kat, of Strasburg, Pa., entertains July 27 at the Morton Summer Jam Community Festival. (COURTESY OF CHRIS NELSON)
\nMorton Summer Jam puts on full day of performances, despite weather<\/p>\n
The stage was set and eventually the grass got wet, but in between the rain and storm an array of phenomenal artists performed July 27 at the fourth annual Morton Summer Jam.<\/p>\n
The town of Morton became the huge backdrop for an uplifting, all-day free concert in the park for the community. Morton was the chosen venue because it is the hometown for Summer Jam co-founder, Chris Nelson of HOUR T.Y.M.E. Entertainment.<\/p>\n
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Morton residents, from left, Garrison Lockley, George Yates and KayKay Jay enjoyed the music July 27 at the annual Morton Summer Jam Community Festival in William P. Jacobs Park Field. (COURTESY OF LISA LOCKLEY)<\/p>\n
Alongside his business partner Samantha Hollins of The Culture Rock Griot, and an enthusiastic team and crew, Nelson coordinated and presented the 2025 Summer Jam with a long list of performers.<\/p>\n
The Morton Summer Jam market place was also a hit with food from vendors Gina\u2019s Water Ice, cakes from Sweet Motherload, Landie Warez, and candles by D3LCO EFFECT and many other interesting items from other vendors. The Social on Morton provided catering for the event.<\/p>\n
The hosts Sony\u2019a Jones, Kandey Brown and Ant Geez kept the crowd lively in between acts and rain drops, while the sound man Donnie T, and DJs Ock and Norm Beats were the calm and hype through the storm, heat and festivities.<\/p>\n
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Shawn \u201cPhatside\u201d Whiteside, of Morton, was among the many performers at Sunday\u2019s Fourth Annual Morton Summer Jam Festival last Sunday. (COURTESY OF SONY\u2019A JONES)<\/p>\n
\u201cPrior to being booked for this festival, some performers were not aware of Morton, but are already anticipating coming back to Morton Summer Jam in 2026,\u201d Nelson said. \u201cFrom local to national sponsorship, booked artists and vendors, more people are getting to know Morton, through the annual Morton Summer Jam.\u201d<\/p>\n
For more information on the annual event, email Nelson at hourtymeent@gmail.com.<\/p>\n
Readers can submit community news and photos to Peg DeGrassa@21st-centurymedia.com.<\/p>\n
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