Fairs and Gatherings

Location Be Woke. Vote Mural Corner W. 5th Street & Avenue of the States Chester Pennsylvania 19013 See map: Google Maps The Good Trouble Lives On: Voting Rights Vigil is being held on Thursday, July 17, 2025 from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Be Woke. Vote Mural located at the corner of W 5th Street and Avenue of the States, Chester, PA. This vigil is part of a national day of nonviolent action, one of thousands marking the anniversary of Congressman John Lewis’ passing. We are hosting a Good Trouble Lives On Voting Vigil to demand that Congress protect our freedom to vote, stand up to authoritarianism, and fight back against attacks on our communities. Lewis, who was beaten badly on the March to Selma, Alabama, in 1965, spent the rest of his life, as a citizen and congressman, fighting for voting rights for all. He always said he made "good trouble." Bring candles or download a candle app on your phone. "You are a light. You are the light. Never let anyone — any person or any force — dampen, dim or diminish your light." ~ John Lewis The vigil will feature the Be Woke. Vote Mural by Alloyius Mcilwaine who states that the mural was a commission from Be Woke. Vote with the theme centered on […]

Four Post Offices Invite Community to Celebrate 250 Years of Service with New Stamps Philadelphia, Bristol, Chester and Wilmington DE are 4 of only 60 sites nationwide that had a post office in 1775 The Postal Service will hold unveiling ceremonies for two new stamps, one of which comes as part of a 32-page prestige booklet, to commemorate the Postal Service’s 250 years of service to the nation. In addition to seeing the new stamps, special cancellations will be available at these locations for stamp collectors, history buffs, and nostalgia lovers. The illustrated Forever stamps, 250 Years of Delivering, tell the story of a mail carrier making her daily rounds during a year in the life of the community she serves. The Putting a Stamp on the American Experience booklet highlights popular subjects that give the U.S. stamp program its remarkable range and depth. Exclusively available with this booklet are two sheets of a new Forever stamp featuring the first Postmaster General, Benjamin Franklin. WHO: USPS WHAT: Unveilings of the stamps will be on display and special cancellations will be available on July 23rd at the offices listed below. WHEN: July 23, 2025 beginning at 10 a.m. WHERE: Chester Post […]

Do you have questions or concerns about federal funding cuts will impact our community and the services we rely upon like Medicare/Medicaid, Social Security, Veterans Benefits, SNAP Benefits, or Public Education? Join us on for a Town Hall Meeting to discuss hear directly from Elected Officials, Veterans, Union Leaders, and Community Members about how the recent federal cuts to our public services could impact you and your family — and have your voice heard!  Delaware County Town Hall Meeting Tuesday, July 1, 2025 — 6:30PM 419 Edgmont Ave, Chester, PA 19013 We will be joined by:  Carol Kazeem, State Representative (HD-159) Monica Taylor, Delaware County Council Chair Stefan Roots, Chester Mayor A representative from AFGE District 3 A representative from the Federal Unionists Network (FUN) A representative from SEIU PA State Council A representative from Laborers’ Local Union 413 Together, we’ll address the ongoing threats posed by federal funding cuts — and explore how these changes are affecting our communities, our work, and our shared future. To RSVP, please fill out the form below.  Visit SavePublicServices.com to learn more!