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Get Out: Gallery Walk, Freedom Fashion Show and More

What's going on in West Chester this weekend.

Posted Wed, Oct 3, 2012 at 2:10 pm ET|Updated Thu, Oct 4, 2012 at 5:06 am ET

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

When: Friday, Oct. 5, 5 - 9 p.m.
Where: Downtown West Chester
Why Go: Enjoy art openings and special events throughout downtown. See their website for the map and schedule.
Cost: Free

When: Sunday, Oct. 7 at 8 a.m.
Where: West Bradford Fire House and the Marshalton Inn.
Why Go: This is a very unique course triathalon. The ten miles starts with a bike ride down to the Brandywine River, then racers will pair up to canoe three miles, after which they will have a 2.4 mile walk and finish it off with a 2.3 mile steep bike ride to the Marshalton Inn. For the competitive Ironman/Ironwomen - you must bring your own single canoe. All proceeds go towards the West Bradford Fire Company.
Cost: $35

When: Saturday, Oct. 6 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: West Goshen Community Park
Why Go: There are only two more movies at the park this year. Bring the family out and enjoy Puss in Boots under the stars.
Cost: Free - Donation of dry goods is encouraged.

When: Sunday, Oct. 7 from Noon - 4 p.m.
Where: Mas Mexicali Cantina, West Chester
Why Go: Mas Mexicali Cantina and the Domestic Violence Center of Chester County have teamed up to present the first annual Freedom Fashion Show. Enjoy lunch, entertainment, silent auction, vendors and a fashion show. Boutiques and salons throughout the borough of West Chester have provided the auction and runway items. Join in on the fun and support a great cause!
Cost: $40, $45 at the door

When: Saturday, Oct. 6
Where: Newlin Grist Mill, 219 South Cheyney Road, Glen Mills
Why Go: Historic demonstrators and craftsmen give demonstrations of crafts and trades of the 18th century. New this year, New Grist Mill will be featuring brick making, iron making in a bloomery furnace, and potash production.
Cost: Free

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