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Kennett Square, Pennsylvania Patch AM: a 4 min read

What's up Kennett Square! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Where can Kennett Square toddlers burn energy this week?
  • See why Longwood’s Chrysanthemum Festival is a must-visit this month
  • How to keep Kennett Square kids busy all holiday season

Also on today's calendar: Evaluation Wednesdays On The Main Line | Alderfer Auction and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the math teacher write "41596" on a napkin after lunch? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Mostly cloudy, rain ending, with a high of 68 and low of 48 degrees.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and breezy, temps: high: 58, low: 44.
  • Sunday: Mostly sunny and windy, with a high of 60 and low of 42 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Toddler's Guide to Chester County (macaronikid.com) — Kennett Square parents get several shout-outs in this toddler guide, with local favorites like Legacy Martial Arts, Sunny Day Play Cafe, Longwood Performing Arts, Barnard’s Orchards, and Longwood Gardens all highlighted. The roundup maps out dozens of indoor and outdoor options across Chester County and nearby, from playgrounds and dance classes to zoos and museums, so you can quickly plan age-appropriate outings.
   

2. 10 Pennsylvania November Festivals That Make The Most Of The Season (newsbreak.com) — Longwood Gardens’ Chrysanthemum Festival in Kennett Square is in full swing through November 15, showcasing thousands of intricate chrysanthemum displays, including the Thousand Bloom plant and new double arch. The statewide roundup also highlights other November festivals across Pennsylvania, from bacon and pierogi celebrations to holiday markets, if you’re up for a seasonal road trip.
   

3. Holiday Events for Families in the Chester County Area (macaronikid.com) — Families in and around Kennett Square can tap into a countywide holiday guide that pulls together light displays, kid-friendly shows, and big Philadelphia attractions, plus a dedicated Kennett Square-area events calendar. You’re invited to submit your own local holiday happenings and sign up for free email updates so you don’t miss Santa visits, performances, or neighborhood light displays all season long.
   

4. Employee was observed eating food toppings: Chester County restaurant inspections, Nov. 5, 2026 (lancasteronline.com) — Chester County’s latest restaurant inspections include several Kennett Square spots, from a clean report for Michoacana Grill and a minor test-strip issue at Chaikhana Chai to more serious cooling and sanitation problems at Two Stones Pub. The detailed list lets you see how kitchens across the county are handling food safety, what was corrected on-site, and where inspectors want improvements to protect diners.
   

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Ok Kennett Square! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the math teacher write "41596" on a napkin after lunch?" — Because he wanted a piece of pi(e)! (Thank you Greg S. for sending it in!)
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