Events

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Events to Support KACS

Upcoming Events

KACS is grateful to our community and businesses who so generously support the many services and programs we offer to our neighbors in need. These events are a fun way to show your support for KACS and our community. We look forward to seeing you soon!

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January 29, 2025

KACS' Annual meeting

Jaunary 29, 2025 at 6:00pm
The Greathouse at Loch Nairn Farm
514 McCue Road, Avondale

Registration is required for this free event

The KACS Annual Meeting is free to attend and open to all partner agencies, funders, participants of KACS services, staff, volunteers, and community members. The evening's meeting will include a review of KACS' current activities, plans for the coming year, and an update on the new building project. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be provided.

February 28, 2025

KACS' 2025 Empty Bowls

February 28, 2025
St. Michael Lutheran Church

The Empty Bowls project is an international grassroots initiative that took root here in Kennett Square over a decade ago and is a collective effort to raise money and awareness in the fight to end hunger and feed hope.

KACS' Empty Bowls event offers three meals:
Lunch 12:00pm
Take-out 3:00pm
Dinner 6:00pm

For more information and tickets:

March 14th

Bridges Out of Poverty

March 14, 2025
9:30am-1:00pm
The Kennett Library
320 E State Street, Kennett Square, PA 19348

What does it take to break the cycle of poverty?

Our FREE Bridges Out of Poverty workshops bring together community members, employers, professionals, volunteers, and more to start the conversation. Participants will learn about strategies, tools, and resources to help reduce barriers to success for those with lived experience in poverty.

This workshop is FREE but Registration is required.

Register Today!

March 20th

Food and Country

Mark your Calendars
March 20, 2025

Join us for a screening of “Food and Country”

About the film:
America’s policy of producing cheap food at all costs has long hobbled small independent farmers, ranchers, and chefs. Worried for their survival, trailblazing food writer Ruth Reichl reaches out across political and social divides to uncover the country’s broken food system and the innovators risking it all to transform it.

Kennett Library
20 E.State Street, Kennett Square, PA

More information coming soon!

Community

October 10-15, 2025

Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
with Santa Fe & Bandelier

Join us!
October 10-15, 2025

Enjoy an amazing travel opportunity and know that you are helping KACS create communities without poverty.

The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta may be the largest balloon event in the world, yet its Balloon Glow, evening fireworks, and other beloved rituals aren’t the only highlights on this vibrant New Mexico vacation. Visits to Santa Fe and the Miracle Stairway are equally uplifting.

Fall 2024

KACS Getting Ahead

A Path Forward

This is a free, 16-week workshop designed to help adults learn about building resources and relationships in the community, and planning for a better life.

At these Workshops we offer:
• $25 gift card each week
• Free dinner and childcare
• Resource book & materials
• New perspective that will last a lifetime

Schedule:
Wednesdays - 5:30-8:00pm for 16 weeks
St. Michael Lutheran Church, 109 E Doe Run Road Unionville, PA 19375

More information

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KACS "Beacon of Hope" candle

The “Beacon of Hope” candle was created by KACS in collaboration with Candle Studio 1422 to help shine a light on National Homeless Persons' Memorial Day.

Scents of dark amber rosewood, white sage and a hint of lavender come together in each Beacon of Hope candle to make it the perfect purchase for your home, gifts for family and friends, or a housewarming present for new homeowners. With every candle purchased, you support the mission of KACS to eradicate poverty and homelessness.

For every candle purchased, KACS will receive a portion of the sale – thank you for helping KACS help our neighbors in need.

Order at Candle Studio 1422

September 5th

Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta Trip

September 5, 2024
5:00-7:00pm
The Flats at Kennett
603 Millers Hill, Kennett Square, PA 19348

Come mix, mingle, and learn how you can secure your spot on this October 10-15, 2025 trip to the balloon festival, which also travels the Turquoise Trail to Santa Fe. A portion of the proceeds benefits KACS.

Register Today!

September 13th

Bridges Out of Poverty

September 13, 2024
9:00am-12:30pm
The Kennett Library
320 E State Street, Kennett Square, PA 19348

What does it take to break the cycle of poverty?

Our FREE Bridges Out of Poverty workshops bring together community members, employers, professionals, volunteers, and more to start the conversation. Participants will learn about strategies, tools, and resources to help reduce barriers to success for those with lived experience in poverty.

This workshop is FREE but Registration is required.

Register Today!

September 14th

Bourbon & Brix

September 14, 2024
The Farm at Casa Carmen
49 Camino Way, West Grove, PA

Join us for an evening of tastings while strolling the charming grounds of the Farm at Casa Carmen.
Bourbon tastings will be curated and presented by Executive Bourbon Steward, Lanny Lewis, and will include five exquisite bourbons from across the country.
Wine tastings, curated by Casa Carmen, includes three signature wines and a barrel-aged Vermouth Manhattan.
Tastings will be paired with local chefs’ delectable small plates and each guest will receive a celebratory glass.
For our VIP Sponsor guests, we offer an exclusive reception with Casa Carmen’s Espumante paired with fresh Oysters on a half shell.
For more Information and Sponsorships:

November 7, 2024

Virtual Travel Show

November 7, 2024
Join us online on Nov. 7 at 12:00pm for a virtual travel show about our escorted group trips to the Balloon Fiesta. KACS will receive partial proceeds for every Balloon Fiesta trip booked with Blue Skies!

The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta may be the largest balloon event in the world, yet its Balloon Glow, evening fireworks, and other beloved rituals aren’t the only highlights on this vibrant New Mexico vacation. Visits to Santa Fe and the Miracle Stairway are equally uplifting.

Register for the Zoom show here: