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Shop local and give back in West Chester this season!
Explore this curated local 2019 West Chester holiday gifting guide!
Meet Ashley Tischler Darlington & Tonda DiPasquale, Co-Owners of Tish Boutique
Meet Dr. Jennifer Jester, Doctor of Chiropractic and Co-owner at Jester Family Chiropractic
Meet Angela Carlino Milani & Laura Carlino, Chief Operating Officer and Vice President of Carlino's
Looking for something delicious to snack on or a great dinner out on the town? You’ll find great places to eat right in Downtown West Chester! Discover handcrafted sandwiches, delicious baked goods, and a variety of tasty brews on tap.
Meet Stephanie Gray, Chef & Owner of Kildare’s Irish Pub
Looking for something special? You’ll find it in easily-walkable Downtown West Chester! Discover uniquely-curated items, friendly shop owners, and exceptional customer service.
We teamed up with Mike Ciunci, West Chester resident and realtor, to highlight some small businesses you need to know in our town.
Here is a great roundup of downtown West Chester businesses to explore.
Meet Dr. Laurie Bernotsky, Executive Vice President and Provost at West Chester University.
From inspiring leaders to delicious gelato, here is 2018 Fig West Chester in review.
Meet Tara Giorgio, part of our 2018 Women of West Chester feature
Take a stroll through all the incredible art West Chester has to offer!
Meet Natalie Neumann, student at Westtown School
Meet Sandra Riper, Owner of Sunset Hill Jewelers & Fine Arts Gallery
Downtown West Chester offers endless ways to pursue a lifestyle of wellness.
Meet Angela Payson, Co-Owner of West Chester Design Build
Meet Jennifer Matlack, President of Matlack Florist
Meet Jamie Jones & Patty Jefferis, COO & President of Whirlaway Travel
Meet Donna L. Muzio, Artistic Director and Founder at Brandywine Ballet
Help us choose our 2018 Social Mission Partner.
Many creatives are making the arts scene in West Chester thrive.
Meet Julianne Tettamanti, Co-Owner of Gemelli Artisanal Gelato & Dessert Cafe
Of the many great reasons to shop local, perhaps the best is that it’s more fun.
Unite for HER provides hands-on support and education for women with breast or ovarian cancer.
Meet Lisa Vadasz & Lisa Thompson, Owner and General Manager at Otto's BMW
Here's some delicious seasonal pumpkin desserts in West Chester.
Artist John Suplee features work at Church Street Gallery through January 13.
8 delicious spots in West Chester we love to dine.
Every year, in November and December we talk about the importance of shopping small and shopping local. This year, that is more important than ever.
Dr. Sherif brings medical experience from around the globe to Chester County. He received his Medical Degree from Tanta University in Tanta, Egypt, and completed his Orthopaedic residency at Cairo University in Cairo, Egypt. After moving to the United States with his wife, a Texas native, he conducted five years of research in Orthopaedics in Southern California — two years at the Hip & Pelvis Institute at St. John’s Health Center in Santa Monica and three years at the LA Orthopaedic Institute at St. Vincent Medical Center in downtown Los Angeles. Later, he completed four Orthopaedic fellowships—three of them in spine surgery focusing on different parts of the spine—at Massachusetts General Hospital, Newton-Wellesley Hospital, the University of Rochester, and finally, at the University of Pennsylvania.
Don’t get bogged down by the winter blues. Enjoy some of these activities instead!
Your favorite gelateria will be taking the ice cream you love and putting it on wheels!
We're crazy for cookies and these shops don't disappoint.
Ram's Head Bar & Grill is serving up the best in drool-worthy food and daily entertainment!
Gallery Walk is an eclectic mix of gallery receptions and one-night exhibits you don't want to miss.
Discover prepared foods, lunch options, and more, at this authentic Italian marketplace.
Explore our curated local West Chester wedding guide
What's new at the Chester County Historical Society.
Angeline May is leading the way through innovation and example.
Here are 4 great summer food trucks in West Chester.
Where to shop and dine on East Gay Street during the new project construction.
Check out this guide to events at WCU in November and December!
Catch a preview screening of film Billboard and learn more about the exciting project.
Explore the new January/February 2019 event lineup.
Explore align.space, new West Chester co-working and event space.
We are excited to introduce you to the new face of Fig West Chester—our Fig Love Local kits—sent directly to homeowners each month
Jean Gross encourages you to engage with the arts this season!
Discover the artists, makers, and innovators who continuously imagine and re-imagine our town.
Check out this guide to events at WCU for October!
Shop local stocking stuffers here in West Chester.
Discover places in West Chester that help create your warm cozy space.
Explore the authentic artisan gelato, and more, at Gemelli.
Jean Gross, Keller Williams Realtor, shares two of her favorite local hangouts as well as some of the wonderful history and architecture of the Northwest Quadrant.
A growing number of college students across the nation are wrestling with food insecurity...
For nine years, our team at Fig has watched West Chester grow and thrive. We’ve told stories of impactful people and inspiring entrepreneurs. We’ve celebrated milestones and helped overcome challenges.
Chester County Hospital is setting eyes on its largest expansion yet.
Here's three options for a cup of delicious hot chocolate in West Chester
2019 is the year of wellness!
This project came out of a desire to gain a greater understanding of people’s experiences coming to the U.S., with all of their hopes and expectations, and the reality that ensues—for the better, for the worse, or just the unexpected.
Jason and Kari Matthews realized that life is short and they wanted to use their time more purposefully for good.
Get into the holiday spirit with these events and concerts at Uptown!
Show dad you care with these great local West Chester gifts.
Local small business have been hit hard these past few months. As a 40-year resident of West Chester, Realtor Jean Gross knows the monumental value they bring to the community. Here are just a few ways she likes to offer her support—and you can too!
Meet Dr. Jane Grosser Montgomery, part of our 2018 Women of West Chester feature.
The Chester County Art Association is full of incredible art exhibits and events.
A heart issue discovered during this retired detective's annual physical lead to open-heart surgery at Chester County Hospital.
Meet Meghan Kelly & Melissa Tabasso, Fig Summer 2018 Authentic.
One of the most popular West Chester stands turns 32!
Being part of the fabric of the community is one of Iron Hill’s core values.
Take a look at all the details to create a dreamy West Chester wedding!
Don't miss the annual Yellow Springs Art Show in Chester Springs.
More than half a million Americans undergo knee replacement surgery every year. Few of these cases are as complicated as Ken Strawhecker’s.
On November 20, Strawhecker had one of the most complex knee replacements ever performed at Chester County Hospital. It was a multi-part procedure that involved two orthopaedic surgeons working together over several months.
We teamed up with our friend and local realtor Mike Ciunci to bring you nine of our favorites, just in time for warmer, walkable weather!
Check out these events at Uptown! for October and November.
Experience the magic of the season with Jean Gross' list!
Well before the introduction of the PPP loan, First Resource Bank developed a genuine partnership with countless business owners, always focused on one main goal—helping them succeed. One of these businesses is Blue Dog Printing & Design.
I went to the newly-renovated Iron Hill to see the transformation.
We’re looking for our 2020 Fig Social Mission Partner and we want to hear from you!
Back in March, Charlie & Co Barber Shop owner and lifelong resident of West Chester, Amy Rose Trout posted a photo on her Instagram account and using the hashtag #aworldofhearts, you could say that hearts caught on fire..
Meet Alysha Martinelli, from La Chic Boutique
Check out the newest West Chester destination coming soon: align.Space.
Windish Music and Productions brings the world to West Chester and entertainment to the world.
Don't miss Bullets Over Broadway! Get tickets now.
At Balance Hair Spa, you'll find a diverse team of beauty professionals who take pride in what they do.
We help people meet their goals to live full and independent lives.
Don't miss Dracula by Brandywine Ballet this weekend.
Experience The Nutcracker this season by Brandywine Ballet
For 41 years, Kaplans Fine Jewelry in downtown West Chester has helped people celebrate their lives and express their love.
Mark your calendar for January arts & theatre at Uptown!
Here's a new event lineup at Uptown! for February & March.
The vision of align.Space is to build a creative business hub in Chester County.
My whole life has been these wonderful experiences which resonate in my work and my everyday living.
Visit a unique art event and help support victims of Hurricane Harvey.
Get to know the businesses that are changing our community for the better!
Carlino’s has been in business in Ardmore since 1983, and they’ve been a mainstay on Market Street since 2008, when they fell in love with West Chester as it was then and also envisioned its potential.
Jean’s Summer to Savor List has delicious recommendations large and small to sip, savor, and slow down.
By her side through cancer, empowering her for life
Discover this new fast-casual vegan restaurant right here in West Chester.
Win 2 tickets to see RTC's Bullets Over Broadway!
Colder weather is here to stay, but Iron Hill is warming up our bellies with hearty meals that are sure to please.
Today, Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center offers a full calendar of events including live theater, music, comedy, renowned speakers, film, and a theater school for children.
Take a peek into West Chester's premier co-working spot!
No matter what time of day it is, go ahead and treat yourself to some of West Chester’s most satisfying sips!
We love their passion for creatively communicating a story through the art of film and were excited to sit down with them recently for an interview.
The hybrid OR gives you the best of both worlds you get high-quality imaging, while also getting the space and visibility of a typical OR.
Go play outside!- Although your mother probably didn’t mention the positive effects of negative ions, her advice to go play outside and get some fresh air was very wise indeed.
Meet Stan and Donna Edwards, 2018 Winter Giving Back Feature
Dr. Timothy Blair, an Advisory Board member at Uptown!, is Fig's Patron of the Arts.
Check out this delicious collection of favorites sold right here in Chester County.
At Fig we believe in the mission of the Crime Victims’ Center of Chester County—our 2020 Social Mission Partner
Fig is proud to partner with Key Financial as our 2018 Female Entrepreneur Editorial Sponsor.
Fig is proud to partner with Key Financial as our 2018 Female Entrepreneur Editorial Sponsor.
Fig is proud to partner with Key Financial as our 2018 Female Entrepreneur Editorial Sponsor.
For someone who says he stumbled into teaching, Andrew Snyder has really taken to it.
Follow our Westtown School features all summer long.
Discover events, shows, and performances at Uptown! this summer.
Check out the events coming to Uptown! in August and September.
Making blank walls come to life with every brushstroke: Erica DeHart.
WCU is bringing the best in the performing arts to the community!
Sarah's dedicated to helping alleviate food insecurity and other pressing needs in our community.
The Master's Baker is a nationally recognized and multi-award-winning bakery creating thousands of wedding and party cakes annually.
See how Susan is taking on a challenge that's been causing international and national problems.
Meet Liz Dreibelbis & Michelle Noble, from A Haven
See into the planning process of CCH's new expansion.
Check out some of our favorite spots to sip and savor with friends this summer.
Sometimes a crisis helps us realize what we are capable of accomplishing. MacLaren Kitchen and Bath’s general manager, Keith Ciarlello
never dreamed they would be able to support local frontline heroes using their somewhat niche manufacturing capabilities.