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🌱 Patch AM: How did West Chester University earn its sixth national HEED honor?

Also, don't miss Open House Sept 24 | Investment Opportunity - Home On Quiet Wooded Cul-De-Sac in Lancaster County on the West Chester…

Tuesday September 22nd Patch AM (Patch graphic)

What's up West Chester! 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:

  • How did West Chester University earn its sixth national HEED honor?
  • Looking for a more creative West Chester date night idea?

Also on today's calendar: Open House Sept 24 | Investment Opportunity - Home On Quiet Wooded Cul-De-Sac in Lancaster County and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: What did one wall say to the other? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Cloudy, a little rain; cooler, with a high of 59 and low of 50 degrees.
  • Wednesday: A little morning rain, temps: high: 63, low: 50.
  • Thursday: Breezy in the morning, with a high of 61 and low of 49 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• West Chester University Earns Sixth HEED Award for Campus Excellence (vista.today) — West Chester University in West Chester has earned its sixth national HEED Award, recognizing its strong commitment to academic excellence and an inclusive, community-focused campus. Programs like the Frederick Douglass Institute lecture and Parenting Pathways, which supports student-parents and their families, were key to the honor and highlight resources local students and residents can tap into.
   

• From Pottery Classes to Escape Rooms, Make the Most of Date Night in Chester County (vista.today) — West Chester couples have plenty of fresh date-night options, from reservations at Andiario and shows at Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center to escape rooms, pottery painting at The Painted Plate, and seasonal hayrides at Highland Orchards. The guide also suggests nearby Chester County favorites like Longwood Gardens, Chaddsford Winery, and Victory Brewing to help you mix and match memorable evenings close to home.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

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  • Shakespeare's Fairies Take Over Eagleview in Exton (mychesco.com)
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  • Phoenixville To Transform Into 'Gilmore Girls' Wonderland This Weekend (patch.com)

Ok West Chester! 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: I'll meet you at the corner! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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