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Get Out: First Friday, Souper Bowl 2013 and More

Are you looking for something to do this weekend? Check out these great local events.

What's going on this weekend?

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  • When: Saturday, Feb. 2 at 9:10 a.m.
  • Where:Athlete’s Closet 11 N. 5 Points Rd. West Chester
  • Why Go: This is the third race in the series of four.  Free kid's run at 9:10 AM and the kids will receive ribbons.  Races go through the local neighborhood.
  • Cost: Kids free, Day of Race Adult: $20 with t-shirt and $15 without

Souperbowl 2013

  • When: Friday, Feb. 1 from 7 - 10 p.m.
  • Where: Good Will Fire Company 552 E Union St, West Chester
  • Why Go: Come taste the best soups and breads made by local chefs competing for the People's Choice Award by category.  Watch the viral Ads played during past Super Bowls.  Proceeds will benefit the Chester County Food Bank.  Westtown Goshen Rotary is sponsoring the event.
  • Cost: $50

Spoil Yourself Saturday

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  • When: Saturday, Feb. 2 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Where: Waterloo Gardens, 200 N Whitford Rd, Exton
  • Why Go: Spoil yourself at Waterloo Gardens this Saturday and enjoy samples, raffles and more.
  • Cost: Free

First Friday

  • When: Friday, Feb. 1 at 5 p.m.
  • Where: Downtown West Chester
  • Why Go: Come downtown and see what new and what's cool for the New Year. Stores open late offering specials and refreshments. For more information, please visit their website
  • Cost: Free

The Winter's Tale

  • When: Runs from January 31 - March 3
  • Where: People's Light and Theatre Company
  • Why Go: Enjoy this tale of kings and queens, revenge and betrayal, spanning countries, seasons, decades, and generations. Inspired by the ancient pagan festivals, Winter’s Tale will be a viscerally-dynamic event featuring live music and acrobatics. Arrive a half hour early and enjoy warm cider, music and dance.
  • Cost: $25 - $45

Malvern Retreat House’s ArtShow 2013

  • When: Wednesday, Jan. 30 to Sunday, Feb. , 11 a.m.-8 p.m. (Sun. Feb. 3 from 11 a.m. till 4 p.m.)
  • Where: Malvern Retreat House 315 S Warren Ave, Malvern
  • Why Go: ArtShow2013 is the showcase and sale of over 100 professional artists' work including paintings, photography, sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, and glass.  ArtShow2013 also includes a Friday Night Social and Artist Demonstrations.  For more detailed information about these events, please visit the event listing!
  • Cost: Free
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