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  • Black Tie & Boots Ball

    The annual Black Tie & Boots Ball, which benefits the Devon Horse Show & Country Fair Foundation, was held on May 5, 2012 at Bryn Clovis, Brushwood Farm, in Malvern. A live auction with fabulous prizes raised $16,000, and guests enjoyed live music, delicious food and a specialty Cinco de Mayo cocktail. Read More »

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  • Brandywine Polar Plunge

    Crowds Gather To Bear The Cold And Raise More Than $15,800 For Nonprofit

    Nearly 600 people attended the Brandywine Valley Association’s 5th Annual Polar Plunge on Saturday, which raised more than $15,800 for the watershed organization. About 160 plungers braved the icy waters of the Brandywine Creek and helped the nonprofit promote awareness of its conservation efforts in the watershed. Read More »

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  • Wilmington Flower Market Wine Tasting

    Enthusiasts enjoy wines from around the world while benefitting Delaware's children

    The annual Wilmington Flower Market Wine Tasting was held at the historic University and Whist Club in Wilmington on November 18.  Wine enthusiasts and initiates alike sampled wines from around the world donated by United Distributors of Delaware. Noted connoisseur Ed Resnick was on hand to offer guidance on the impressive selection of superb wines. Read More »

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  • Pixstar Supports Children’s Beach House

    IT firm donates to the organization's annual art show

    Pixstar, Inc., an information technology consulting firm founded in 1998 and headquartered in Lewes, Del., has contributed $10,000 to support the Children’s Beach House (CBH) Annual Art Show and Sale, which was held Dec 2 to Dec. 4, 2011.  Pixstar CEO George Reissig presented the company’s donation to Rich Garrett, executive director of CBH. Read More »

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  • Chester County Hospital Foundation Hosts SHINE Gala

    Night of dinner and dancing benefits local patients living with cancer

    The Chester County Hospital foundation held its annual SHINE dinner/dance  on November 5 at the Mercedes-Benz dealership of West Chester. The event benefited patients of the Cancer Program at the Chester County Hospital. Attendees enjoyed a night with delicious food, a silent auction and the chance to win prizes all while enjoying the music of Mr. Greengenes. Read More »

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  • Adrienne Arsht Receives DCF Philanthropy Award

    Family tradition is one of giving back

    The Delaware Community Foundation awarded its first Delaware Family Philanthropy Award the other night, and launched a $2.5 million fundraising campaign, in honor of its 25th anniversary. Read More »

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  • Brandywine River Museum 40th Annual Antiques Show

    The Brandywine River Museum’s 40th annual Antiques Show opened with a fun preview reception, and then attendees enjoyed wares displayed by 31 outstanding antiques dealers from across the country and 30-minute lectures on topics such as “What is Folk Art” and “Shaped Front Furniture Traditions.” Read More »

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  • Byway Stewardship Celebration

    Art auction benefits preservation efforts

    The Byway Stewardship Celebration was held on April 21, 2011 in Chadds Ford. The proceeds from this lively art auction helped to preserve and protect the Brandywine Valley NSB. Read More »

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  • Forget-Me-Not Gala

    Garden party complete with carriages benefits Chester County SPCA

    The Forget-Me-Not Gala took place on June 12, 2011 at Marsh Valley Farm, the home of Doris A. Grassi-Moore and Richard A. Moore. The more than 400 guests at the garden party danced to live music and enjoyed a carriage parade,  a gourmet buffet provided by area restaurants, and a silent auction. The event, one of the Brandywine Valley’s premier social occasions, benefited the Chester County SPCA. Read More »

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  • Brandywine Health Foundation Garden Party

    10th Annual Bash Kicks Off Strawberry Festival

    The Brandywine Health Foundation’s 10th annual Garden Party was held at Overlook Farm, the home of Mr. and Mrs. L William Kay II. This year, a live auction with exciting prizes was introduced, and the Strawberry Festival was launched. Mary Holleran and Katherine Lovell served as co-chairs of the Garden Party, an elegant evening featuring cocktails, supper fare, delectable desserts and “The Battle of the Berries at Brandywine.” Read More »

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