Community Bulletin Board

Tracy Davidson
Rise Stronger: Building Real World Resilience
Celebrating Women's History Month

• Former NBC10 Anchor
• Date: Monday March 2, 2026
• Time: 6p.m.-8p.m.
• Where: Downingtown High School East Auditorium
• Registration to attend Tracy Davidson's event
• Event: Free and open to the public.

• YMCA of the PINES
  • Learn about overnight summer camp options!
  • Meet the overnight Camp Directors, staff, new and returning camp families
  • Camp Ockanickon for boys
  • Camp Matollionequay for girls
• A Slice of Camp!
  • Come for free pizza and soda - no reservation needed.
• Date: Monday, March 2 from 5 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Old City Pizza 100 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia
• YMCA Camp website

• Event: Communities that Care of Greater Downingtown presents their 5th Annual Snowball Shuffle!
  • Chase away your winter blues and get out and walk or run with your friends, family &community to help create a healthy, supportive and engaged Downingtown community where all youth are empowered to achieve their full potential.
• Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026
• Time: 9:00 a.m.
• Location: Eagleview Town Center
• 5K run or 1 mile walk
• Officially timed 5K, courtesy of Run the Day.
  • Medals for Best Overall Male & Female, Top 3 in each age group for both male & female.
• Registration for Snowball Shuffle
  • Early Bird Registration: through 1/31/2026: $30.00
  • Standard Registration: from 2/1/26 to 3/6/26: $35.00
  • Youth under 12: $25.00
  • Registration included long sleeve event t-shirt, hot chocolate bar, sweets station, refuel table and more!

Downingtown Area School District and West Chester Area School District invite you to attend a workshop on: 

• Special Needs Planning 
  for your Loved one with a disability
  • Government Benefits
  • Estate planning
  • Funding strategies
• Date: Thursday, March 19th, 2026
• Time: 6:00 pm
• Location: Zoom webinar
• Registration for Special Needs Planning

Topics include:

• Basic Estate Planning Documents
• Special Needs Trusts (SNTs) 
• Guardianship vs Powers of Attorney
• ABLE Accounts
• “3 Person Retirement”
• Tax Planning Considerations
• Funding Strategies for a SNT
• among others!

Families with children and other 
dependents with special needs, no matter what the age or disability, face many serious questions about how to best prepare for the future well-being 
of their loved ones. 

It is important to be aware of how 
special needs financial & estate 
planning is different than traditional financial & estate planning. Our goal is to make sure attendees learn the importance of integrating all the necessary pieces into one cohesive plan, so the vision they have for their 
child’s life can become a reality, 
whether they are here or not.

Presented by:

Brett Garrison, ChSNC

bgarrison@1874financial.com or (609) 947-6920

Randy Hope Steen, LTD.

• Downingtown East Boys Lacrosse 2026 Spring Clinic & Summer Camp:

  Join the Cougars for an unforgettable lacrosse experience this year! The Downingtown East Boys Lacrosse program is excited to offer both a Spring Clinic and a Summer Camp designed to help players in grades 1–8 grow their skills, build confidence, and have a blast competing alongside our high school athletes and coaches.

Spring Clinic:

• Date: Monday, April 6, 2026: Kids have a day off school
• Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm
• Location: Downingtown High School East 50 Devon Drive Exton, PA 19341
• Grades: Boys, 1st - 8th
• Cost: $40
• Perfect for a day off from school (no school for DASD students). Come get better while having fun!

Summer Camp:

• Dates: June 8 - 11
• Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
• Location: Downingtown High School East 50 Devon Drive Exton, PA 19341
• Grades: Boys, 1st - 8th
• Cost: $150

Four days of skill development, competition, and Cougar culture!

Special Offer: Register for BOTH events and receive a $10 discount.

Spots fill quickly!

REGISTRATION for DE Boys Lacrosse Clinic or Camp: for either the day clinic or the summer camp 

The Experience:

Participants will enjoy:

• Fun games and competitions
• Player & coach-led instruction
• Skill development for all levels (beginner to advanced)
• Confidence building in a positive, high-energy environment
• Prizes and team-based activities
• The opportunity to train with the Cougars

Whether your player is new to the game or looking to sharpen his skills, our clinic & camp provide high-quality instruction in a fun and supportive setting.

• Event: DARC Yoga Clubs
• After School Club:
  • West Bradford Elementary School K-5
    • Mondays 3/2/26 - 4/13/26
  • East Ward Elementary School 
    • Thursdays 4/9/26 - 5/14/26
• Registration:
  • DARC Evening Yoga
  • DARC After School Yoga
• Questions? (610) 269-9260 or downingtownrec@gmail.com

• Young Engineers Bricks Challenge
• Dates: Thursdays, March 26,  - May 14
• Time: 3:45pm - 5:15pm
• Location:
  • West Bradford Elementary School
  • Beaver Creek Elementary School
• Where your Child's spring transforms into a season of fun-filled learning and creativity.
  • Save and supportive 
    environment promoting interactive learning.
  • Unique curriculum blending STEM principles with hands-on activities.
  • Fostering problem-solving skills, teamwork, and creativity.
  • Qualified instructors providing an exciting and safe educational experience

FUN MEETS INNOVATION!

Registration for Young Engineers
Phone: 484-904-3939
Email: centralchesterpa@youngengineers.org
Website: Young Engineers
Bricks Challenge Video!

• Young Engineers Bricks Challenge
• Dates: Wednesdays, April 1,  - May 13
• Time: 3:45pm - 5:15pm
• Location:
  • Springton Manor Elementary School
  • Shamona Creek Elementary School
• Where your Child's spring transforms into a season of fun-filled learning and creativity.
  • Save and supportive 
    environment promoting interactive learning.
  • Unique curriculum blending STEM principles with hands-on activities.
  • Fostering problem-solving skills, teamwork, and creativity.
  • Qualified instructors providing an exciting and safe educational experience

FUN MEETS INNOVATION!

Registration for Young Engineers
Phone: 484-904-3939
Email: centralchesterpa@youngengineers.org
Website: Young Engineers
Bricks Challenge Video!

• Young Engineers Bricks Challenge
• Dates: Mondays, April 6,  - May 18
• Time: 3:45pm - 5:15pm
• Location:
  • East Ward Elementary School
• Where your Child's spring transforms into a season of fun-filled learning and creativity.
  • Save and supportive 
    environment promoting interactive learning.
  • Unique curriculum blending STEM principles with hands-on activities.
  • Fostering problem-solving skills, teamwork, and creativity.
  • Qualified instructors providing an exciting and safe educational experience

FUN MEETS INNOVATION!

Registration for Young Engineers
Phone: 484-904-3939
Email: centralchesterpa@youngengineers.org
Website: Young Engineers
Bricks Challenge Video!

• Young Engineers Bricks Challenge
• Dates: Tuesdays, April 7,  - May 19
• Time: 3:45pm - 5:15pm
• Location:
  • Pickering Valley Elementary School
  • Uwchlan Hills Elementary School
• Where your Child's spring transforms into a season of fun-filled learning and creativity.
  • Save and supportive 
    environment promoting interactive learning.
  • Unique curriculum blending STEM principles with hands-on activities.
  • Fostering problem-solving skills, teamwork, and creativity.
  • Qualified instructors providing an exciting and safe educational experience

FUN MEETS INNOVATION!

Registration for Young Engineers
Phone: 484-904-3939
Email: centralchesterpa@youngengineers.org
Website: Young Engineers
Bricks Challenge Video!

• Strengthening Steps
• Date: April 16, 2026
• Come join us for lots of FAMILY FUN!
• A 7-week relationship-building opportunity for children between the ages of  7 and 9 and their parent/caregiver at The Well: 
  • 107 W. Lancaster Ave Downingtown Ave
• Parents/Caregivers will:
  • Discuss parenting challenges
  • Learn age-appropriate expectations
  • Develop skills to deal with the stress of parenting in today's world
• Children will:
  • Learn positive behavior management strategies
  • Participate in engaging activities
  • Identify and manage feelings
• Free dinner and transportation provided
• Fun family incentives every week
• Free childcare for all siblings
• For more information, contact:
  • Kristin: kdolan@familyservice.us
    (484) 459-7659
  • Lauren: lpiotrowski@familyservice.us
    (484) 319-1803
• Registration for Strengthening Steps 

*Program is offered through the generosity of the Chester County Department of Children, Youth and Families

• Event: The Campus After School Care & Day Off Camp
• Location: 4533 Lincoln Highway Downingtown 19335
• After Care:
  • School days and early dismissals
  • Afterschool transportation from specific schools
  • Homework help
  • Snack
  • Fun Activities
• Day Off Camp:
  • All-day care during days off from school
  • 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
  • Grades K-8
  • Lots of fun activities
  • Snack
• Details: Jane Ventrella
• Website: The Campus

*Downingtown Area School District does not support or endorse this program, activity or event.

• Event: DARC and Abrakadoodle Schools Day Out ART Camp
• The best thing to do when school is out is to join Abrakadoodle for a day of art!
• Ages: Students will be grouped by age
• Options available:
  • Half Day: 9:00 a.m. - 12: p.m.
  • Whole Day: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
• Register by scheduled day off!
• Registration for DARC Schools Day Out Art Camp
• Questions? (610) 269-9260 or downingtownrec@gmail.com

•  Event: Downingtown Cub Scout Pack 23 - both Girls and Boys
• Den Meetings: 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month
• Pack Meetings: 4th Tuesday of the month
• Time for all meetings: 6:30 p.m.
• Location: Central Presbyterian Church 100 West. Uwchlan Ave, Downingtown
• Contact: Scott Bellamy email
• Website: Downingtown Cub Scout Pack 23

• Event: DARC: Intro to Martial Arts with MAKOTO
• After-school program
• Ages: 6 years - 11 years
• Keep your kids active after school with:
  • Martial Arts Training
  • Strength Conditioning
  • Mediation Practice
  • Leadership Talks and more!
• Location:
  • Uwchlan Hills ES
    3/31/26 - 5/19/26
• Time: 3:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
• Uniform included
• Registration: DARC Intro to Martial Arts
• Questions? (610) 269-9260 or downingtownrec@gmail.com

• Event: DARC Evenings with Young Rembrandts
• Ages: 4 years - 12 years
• Locations and Dates:
  • UHES: Tuesdays 2/10/26 - 3/10/26
  • BHES: Thursdays 2/12/26 - 3/12/26
• Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
• Registration: DARC Evenings with Young Rembrandts
• Questions? (610) 864-0018 or christina.hartley@youngrembrandts.com 

• Event: Rush Flag Football League 
  • Players of all experience levels welcome!
    • Divisions:
      • Girls: HS, 14U, 12U, 10U 
      • Boys: HS, 14U, 12U, 10U
      • Co-ed: 8U, 6U
• Game Days: Sundays 10am - 2pm
  • Game dates: April 6 - June 14, 2026
  • Game Location: Patton Middle School 760 Unionville Road Kennett Square, PA
• Practice Days:
  • Details provided once teams are formed
  • Practice Locations: Fields in Kennett Square, West Chester, Garnet Valley
  • Practices start: Week of 3/23/26
• Registration:
  • by 3/1/26: $165/player
  • www.RushFlagFootball.net
  • Nicole Farrell:
    (610) 888-3064
  • ContactUs@RushFlagFootball.net

• Event: Cartwheel: supporting family wellness and mental health webinars
• Dates:
  • March 11, 12 pm:
    Navigating the Tough Talks: Strategies for Talking to Teens about Substance Use, Amy McCarthy Baluch, LICSW 
  • April 15, 12 pm: 
    5 Keys to Parenting a Child with ADHD, Erin Schoenfelder Gonzalez, Ph.D.
  • May 12, 7 pm: 
    Learning How to Recognize and Treat Youth with OCD and Related Disorders, Erica Greenberg, M.D.
  • June 4, 12 pm:
    Supporting Boys: Mental Health Strategies for Young Men, Chris Smith
• Location: Register for webinars: live or replay
• Website: Cartwheel

• Event: Communities that Care (CTC) Parent Blog
• Date: Monthly
• Link: CTC Parent 2 Parent Blog
• Website: Communities that Care (CTC)
• Flyer: CTC's Parent to Parent Blog

• Grief Support with A Haven
  • All groups meet two evenings a month at no cost to families.
• Parent Loss Family Group
  • This group is for grieving children who have experienced the death of a parent to attend with their caregivers.
• General Loss Family Group
  • This group is for grieving children who have experienced the death of a loved one to attend with their caregivers.
• Teen Night
  • This group is for middle and high schoolers who have experienced the death of a loved one.
• Young Adult Grief Group
  • This group is for young adults ages 19-25 who have experienced a death of a loved one.
• For more information: Carrie
• A Haven website

• Event: Global Youth Excellence & Leadership Program
• GYEL is a program that empowers leadership, fosters global awareness and offers mentorship from international professionals.
• Spring Applications being accepted on the GYEL site

• Event: Spark After The Bell
  K-5 
• Location: 70 Senn Drive Chester Springs, PA 19425