Zoning Hearing Board

NOTICE is hereby given that the Kennett Township Zoning Hearing Board will conduct a hybrid public hearing on Tuesday May 7th, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the Kennett Township Public Meeting Room to hear the following:

ZHB 528: THE APPLICATION OF Seth and Kalli Wheeler, for proposed improvements at property located at 624 E. Hillendale, Chadds Ford, PA 19317; being UPI No. 62-5-1.1B and zoned R-A Residential Agricultural. The Property consists of 3.708 acres and is an existing non-conforming lot with regard to minimum lot size. The Applicant proposes to construct a single-family home with related improvements, on UPI No. 62-5-1.1A (4.3 acres), also owned by the Applicant, and zoned RA – Residential Agriculture Zoning District. Access to the site is proposed to be provided via E. Hillendale Road through an existing 50’ wide common driveway easement located on UPI No. 62-5-1.1 and a proposed 30’ wide access easement located on UPI No. 62-5-1.1B. The calculations of the common driveway cannot be included to calculate the required minimum lot size; therefore the lot size would be reduced to 3.37 acres. The Applicant is requesting relief from §240-2404, in particular §240-2404.C which states that the area of a nonconforming lot shall not be reduced so that the area of the lot is less than prescribed by the Zoning Ordinance.

Any member of the public who wishes to participate virtually may do so with the link for the meeting found on the Township’s website: www.kennett.pa.us.

The Kennett Heritage Center & Kennett Township Historical Commission Proudly Present: 2024 Speaking of History

A FREE lecture series with a focus on Kennett area history: Funded by Hadley Foundation

May 19, 2PM at the Kennett Friends Meeting

From Rags to Riches: The Remarkable Life of Russian immigrant Jacob Noznesky

Featured Speaker: Lynn Sinclair, Founder of the Kennett Heritage Center. Lynn will trace Jacob Noznesky's life leading up to his emigration from Russia, his acceptance as a citizen, his experience building a life for himself and his family, and his recognition as a valued member of the community. Lou Mandich, vintage car mechanic, will display and talk about Jake's first car, a 1922 Ford Model T.

June 22 Juneteenth Celebration at the Kennett Library

11AM - 1 PM Members of Company B, 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment will display Civil War artifacts and ephemera and give a short talk on the provisions of the Emancipation Proclamation, US Order #3, and the 13th, 14th & 15th Amendments to the Constitution.

1 PM Featured Speaker: Bryan Cheeseboro, National Park Service Ranger & Historian will present a brief History of the 1st United States Colored Infantry; the only African American Civil War regiment raised in Washington, DC. Myths about the US Colored Troops will be debunked or clarified

September 15, 1 PM at the Kennett Library

They Suffered So

Featured Speaker: Cliff Parker, Director, Chester County Archives

In September 1777, British and American soldiers marched across Chester County's landscape, causing considerable damage to those in their path. On September 10, 15,000 British Crown Force soldiers and camp followers descended on Kennett Township and the tiny settlement of Kennett Village. Mr. Parker will share his research and stories of the "ordinary people" and how this one event altered the course of many lives. Facilitated by author and journalist Mark Bowden

November 17, 1 PM at the Kennett Library

The Lenape: The Original Stewards of Lenapehoking, and We Are Still Here!

Featured Speaker: Barbara Bluejay Michalski, Lenape Nation.

For close to a millennium the Lenape thrived along both branches of the Red Clay Creek. Their territory extended far beyond the limits of the creeks that flow through our home here in Kennett Square.

Kennett Square Farmers Market

We’re so excited to kick off the new market season this Friday in our NEW LOCATION! Come find your favorite local farmers + producers (+ some new favorites!) at 600 S Broad St from 3-6pm EVERY FRIDAY. 

Locals may know 600 S Broad as Kennett’s Borough Hall… or where you enjoy Brewfest… or that spot where Clover Market pops up . It’s that big ol’ parking lot at the corner of South + Union, right across from Kennett High School. Being a big ol’ parking lot, there is plenty of on-site FREE PARKING.

We can’t wait to see you on May 3 and...
Every Friday / 3-6pm
600 S Broad St, Kennett Square PA.

Pop Up Bike Mechanics

Come to the Kennett Square Farmers Market and Third Thursdays on State Street for pop up bike repair services! Examples of repairs performed at these events include fixing flat tires, adjusting brakes, replacing brake pads and chains, adjusting shifting, and replacing tires. Donations are accepted for these services but not required. We can also take your used bike donations during these events!

Rotary Club of Kennett Square Announces Second Annual "Kennett On Top" Fundraiser

The Rotary Club of Kennett Square announces its second annual signature fundraiser, “Kennett on Top,” on Saturday, June 22. Last year, the inaugural event was a huge success held on top of the parking garage in downtown Kennett Square! Partygoers couldn’t have asked for better weather, and with the dressy casual atmosphere, great food, fabulous wine, beer, and a signature cocktail from local merchants, the party was a big hit. Patrons danced to the popular 2uesday Nite Band while soaking in the ambiance of vibrant Kennett Square. It was a party like no other in our area!

“Last year, we were especially grateful for our sponsors who helped support our event,” says Susan Minarchi, President of The Rotary Club of Kennett Square. “If it weren’t for their philanthropic outreach, we wouldn’t have had such a successful party,” says Minarchi. The club anticipates the sponsorships to increase this year since the event was such a big hit and over 200 attendees enjoyed a nice evening in Kennett Square. The party will again be epic!

All proceeds benefit the Kennett Rotary Foundation that supports nonprofit agencies in the community, such as Young Moms, Family Promise of Southern Chester County, Maternal Health Child Consortium, Kennett Area Community Service, local police and emergency personnel, and more.

“We can’t wait and look forward to welcoming even more partygoers on June 22”, says Minarchi. For sponsorship and event information, check out their website www.kennettsquarerotary.org or follow them on Facebook.

ABOUT THE ROTARY CLUB OF KENNETT SQUARE

Chartered in 1949, The Rotary Club of Kennett Square is the first and longest-standing club in Kennett Square. We serve the community by actively seeking service projects, especially for children and education and to improve the lives of those who live in the area.