Havertown
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Child Guidance Named Beneficiary of Sun East Golf Classic
The Child Guidance Resource Centers have been chosen by the Sun East Foundation to be the beneficiaries of its annual Sun East Foundation Golf Classic Sept. 21 in Malvern. Child Guidance is a nonprofit community-based provider of behavioral health services to children and families across Southeastern Pennsylvania. Since 2011, the Foundation has supported local charities…
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Two Delaware County Shops Make Inquirer Top Water Ice List
Two water ice shops with locations in Havertown and Chester made The Philadelphia Inquirer’s list of best water ice in Philly, writes Jilian Wilson for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Pop’s Homemade Italian Ice Filippo “Pop” Italiano sold frozen treats from a pushcart in his South Philadelphia neighborhood back in 1932. It was only a matter of…
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Aronimink Swim Club’s Gaga Pit Owes Its Life to a Havertown Eagle Scout
There’s a gaga pit out at Aronimink Swim Club in Drexel, thanks to Max McGovern and his quest to earn Eagle Scout status, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. McGovern, 15, belongs to Boy Scout Troop 144 in Havertown. He’s been a Scout since he was 7. The gaga pit is his service project…
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Havertown Parents Are Proud Activists for Their Son and the LGBTQ Community
Barbara and Michael Klinman of Havertown learned their son Jason was gay 20 years ago four months before his 30th birthday, writes Ruth Rovner for the Daily Times. “We were both kind of mute at first. We were simply processing all he had said,” Barbara Klinman said. An organization called PFLAG (Parents and Friends of…
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‘Tell Us Your Story,’ and They Did. Sports Figures Share Life Stories on WIP
The popular “Tell Us Your Story” on 94WIP with Havertown’s Glen Macnow came about when the pandemic canceled sports, writes the staff of barrettsportsmedia.com. Macnow and his radio partner, Ray Didinger, wondered in March 2020 what they could possibly talk about. They decided to let their favorite sports legends tell their stories in detail from…
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Grandparents Raising Grandkids: There’s a Havertown Support Group for That
For grandparents raising their grandchildren, there’s a support group in Havertown to help them, reports Katherine Scott for 6abc.com. Karen Barnes is the founder of Grands Stepping Up, started in 2020. Grands Stepping Up has provided grandparents with food and goods through Denis’ Pantry. The pantry is named after Barnes’ brother, who passed away from…
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Child Guidance Resource Centers Hosts Successful Anti-Racism Panel in Coatesville
Child Guidance Resource Centers hosted its second successful roundtable panel discussion June 4 in Coatesville about inclusion, anti-racism, safety, and mental health in our communities. The discussions are part of a commitment by Child Guidance to build and increase awareness of these issues. The virtual event, “Let’s Talk About It: Coatesville”, featured panelists that included:…
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Governor Pardons Havertown Doctor Who Grew Marijuana to Help Dying Wife
Gov. Tom Wolf pardoned a Havertown doctor who served six months in jail and lost his medical license after pleading guilty to growing marijuana, reports nbcphiladelphia.com. Dr. Paul Ezell, 65, was pardoned by the governor May 26. Dr. Ezell has said he grew the marijuana to help his dying wife reduce her dependency on opioids.…
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Child Guidance Resource Centers Hold 2nd Roundtable Discussion in Coatesville
Child Guidance Resource Centers in Havertown is committed to building inclusion, encouraging anti-racism and safety, and improving mental health in our communities. It is launching a series of virtual community round tables across Delaware, Chester, Mongomery and Philadelphia counties. The first one took place March 5, 2021 in Upper Darby. These sessions bring together leaders,…
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Havertown Parents Group Meet In-Person After a Year of Virtual Work and School
As vaccines increase and COVID cases go down, one Havertown moms club is changing how they operate. The group supported each other during shutdowns. They worked from home and set up virtual learning as they faced uncertainty, reports the staff at 6abc.com. Now, the Parents of Havertown is meeting outdoors, in masks, but also in…
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Havertown Singing Competition Gives Local Hidden Gems a Chance to be a Star
For those of you waiting to be discovered, there’s a new singing competition in Havertown next month, reports Alicia Vitarelli for 6abc.com. “The Star” is the creation of a local musician and music teacher. “We are searching for a star,” says Danny Murphy, the director of The Star Vocal Competition. Each week during the competition,…
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Fundraiser Garden Gala a Blooming Success for Child Guidance Resource Centers
Child Guidance Resource Centers thanks the many people who donated, volunteered, and attended its 65th Anniversary Virtual Gala Fundraiser. Blossoms of support were shown all over Southeast Pennsylvania and beyond. More than 300 participants joined the event. Some held unique viewing parties since they couldn’t attend in person. The fundraiser featured an auction and special…
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Gala and Garden Party May 7 Celebrates 65th Anniversary for Child Guidance Resource Centers
A gala and garden party fundraiser celebrates 65 years of Child Guidance Resource Centers serving Southeastern Pennsylvania. Celebrate the Child Guidance Resource Centers gala and garden party virtually May 7 at 7 p.m. The fundraiser features an auction and special presentations. Ticket guide To RSVP, Check out this guide for ticket purchasing information. Find out…
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Havertown Couple Decides Their Stimulus Check Will Do the Most Good Serving Those in Need
There are no strings attached to the $1,400 relief check that started arriving for many Americans this week. Havertown couple Larry Passmore and Maureen O’Ryan are donating theirs to charity, reports Gray Hall for 6abc.com. “Our feeling was that this money should really go to help address the crying needs that are exacerbated by the…
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Child Guidance Resource Center: Register to Vote and Learn About the May 18 Primary at April 2 Event
A voter registration and education live and virtual event is set for April 2, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Kelly Center, 4 Eagle Road, Havertown. If you cannot attend in-person you can participate via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/9663060386. The intent is to provide voter registration opportunity and receive information prior to the May 18…
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Former Havertown Doctor Imprisoned for Growing Marijuana Recommended for Pardon
A former Havertown ophthalmologist sent to prison for growing marijuana he claims was to help his dying wife, is a step closer to getting his medical license back, writes Matt Stroud for www.phillymag.com. On March 5, the Pennsylvania Board of Pardons recommended that Paul Ezell’s pardon be approved. It must now be signed by Pa.…
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Beauty Product Store Sephora to Open at Kohl’s in Havertown and Springfield
The French beauty product company, Sephora, is opening at two Kohl ‘s store locations in Delaware County, part of seven opening in the Philadelphia region, reports the staff at 6abc.com. Sephora at Kohl’s will open in the fall throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey with 2,500 square feet of dedicated space. The Philadelphia-area Kohl’s openings are…
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Child Guidance: Love Is An Action Shown Through What We Do For One Another
One of the secrets of being a relationally oriented therapist is that I am interested in not only how my clients feel, but in what they actually do. I pay strict attention to interactions between family members and couples to determine not just what they do and say but how they do and say it.…
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