Community Corner

Grab & Go Planner: Community Yard Sale Saturday at Burke Park

Sept. 22-28, 2011, edition.

Whether an avid shopper or veteran runner, there is something for everyone this week in and around Malvern. Saturday morning hit the Chester Valley Trail for a healthy lifestyle then watch helicopters fill the sky during RotoFest. Looking for a bargain? Tables of trinkets will take over Burke Park during the Borough’s Family Yard Sale.

Tiny Trackers: Bugs, Bugs, Bugs

  • Where/When:  Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Road, Media, Sept. 22, 1:00 pm.
  • Why Go:  Preschoolers explore and examine nature’s smallest wonders. Tiny Trackers program includes a lesson, outdoor walk and craft to take home. More information visit the Tyler Arboretum website.           
  • Price: Pre-registration is required. $8 per child.

Walk/Run/Bike For a Healthy Lifestyle

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  • Where/When: Chester Valley Trail, 133 Phoenixville Pike, Frazer, September 24, 8:00 am – 11:00 am. *Event begins at Wegmans, Malvern.
  • Why Go:  Take the kids out on the trail for some fresh air and exercise, while supporting the Chester County Food Bank. Visit State Rep. Duane Milne’s website for more information.
  • Price: Free. Pre-registration is required.

Malvern Borough’s Fall Family Yard Sale

  • Where/When: Samuel & M. Elizabeth Burke Park, Malvern, Sept. 25*, 9:00 am – noon.  (*Note that the new date due to expected rain.)
  • Why Go:  Browse household knick-knacks in the heart of Malvern.
  • Price: Free.

RotoFest: All Helicopter Air Show

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  • Where/When: American Helicopter & Education Center, 1220 American Blvd., West Chester, Sept. 24 and 25.
  • Why Go: Celebrate helicopter history during the nation’s only all-helicopter air show. For more event information and hours, visit the American Helicopter Museum website.
  • Price: $20 for Adult, $10 for Kids, 2 & Under Free.

  • Where/When: Sugartown Elementary School, Malvern, September 25, 9:00 am. Walk-up registration begins at 7:30 am.
  • Why Go:  The run includes a 1-mile fun run/walk for children and nonrunners. Help increase awareness of Spinal Muscular Atrophy while raising money for Families of SMA. Visit www.zanesrun.com for more information.
  • Price:  $30 for Adult, $15 for Kids 12 & Under.

Twice As Nice Fall/Winter Consignment Sale 

  • Where/When: Church of the Good Samaritan, 212 West Lancaster Ave, Paoli, Sept. 27 – 29 from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm.
  • Why Go: Stock up on children's clothing and baby equipment for a fraction of the retail cost.
  • Price: Free admission to sale.


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