About Eddie
I remember sitting at Eddie’s graduation on a beautiful Wednesday evening surrounded by my family and members of the Henderson Community that have been a part of our lives since Eddie was just a small boy. The night was an emotional one, our familiar cocoon of Henderson, Peirce, and East Bradford was coming to a close. I was struggling to find Eddie in the crowd of maroon and white, but I knew wherever he was he was happy and safe. Those were terms I used quite often in describing Eddie’s time at these schools and the West Chester Community. Eventually, the salutatorian, Courtney Deacon, took her spot and of course I recognized the name, knew her face, and knew she was yet another kind soul.
Although I did not personally meet every person that Eddie knew or who had been a part of his life, Eddie often told stories about his experiences at school, so I came to know many people and the kindness that each and every one of them showed to Eddie. I can’t recall Courtney’s exact words or how she started her speech, but I was immediately in tune to her and her touching words. I felt as though she was specifically talking about Eddie, I thought she was speaking directly to me. Courtney went on to describe the community of Henderson exactly like I viewed it, exactly what I experienced being a part of it. The word she used to describe the community of Henderson was “Ubuntu”.
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Specifically, Ubuntu can be translated to “I am who I am because of who we all are”. Yup, that simple word Ubuntu describes Eddie. Eddie is who he is because of who we all are, Eddie is who he is because of all of the people that have touched his life, touched our lives, through the years. Eddie is who he is specifically because of the concept of the simple word “Ubuntu” that carries so much meaning, and the kindness that was showed to him throughout the years that shaped who he still is today. Well, now, that still applies and well, now, Eddie is still a part of the West Chester Community, still loves his town, and has continued to make connections and now, wants to give back to his community that has given him so so much. So, come find out more about Eddie because Eddie knows West Chester.
Megan C
The Mom
How We Got Here
Eddie Knows West Chester was an idea that we tossed around for some time. Friends and family had suggested on many occasions that Eddie should start a blog because he is so knowledgeable on so many topics, especially West Chester. We thought it would be a great idea for him to share his wealth of knowledge and at the same time interact with his community. Eddie was born and raised in West Chester along with his two younger brothers, Thomas and Casey. When Eddie was just a little guy, we came to realize very quickly what a great community West Chester really is. We witnessed firsthand what the power of community and support can do!! That support continues to this day!!
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Well, Eddie became a “facebooker’ and has joined many West Chester Community Groups to stay connected to his town! On these Facebook groups, Eddie started connecting people to businesses. Someone in a group would ask if anyone knew of a baker, no doubt Eddie knew a baker! For example, he would answer with Amy’s Sweet Bake Shop of course. He would hear back from Amy, thanking him for the connection. Eddie would do this quite often, like a lot…. and it was something he looked forward to doing when checking in on the groups. That pretty much was the initial concept of EKWC… making connections in the community and at the same time promoting WC businesses, his friends, his town. Instagram seems to be the social media hot spot right now, so we started there!! So come check out EKWC’s journey through West Chester and get to know Eddie and your local businesses because of course, EDDIE KNOWS WEST CHESTER!
What We Hope To Do
The mission of EKWC is to make connections for local businesses. EKWC wants to promote local businesses and bring awareness to everything West Chester has to offer from restaurants, health and beauty, services, and of course shopping. EKWC wants to keep it local, shop local, eat local. Come visit West Chester and use EKWC as your tour guide!!
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Eddie wants to learn more about the community and what makes West Chester so unique. He wants to share his knowledge and encourage the community to reach out to others. If you have learned a few things from Eddie Knows West Chester, don’t forget to let the businesses know that #eddiesentme. Let’s make it a thing!!
Use #eddiesentme to promote the businesses and to give Eddie a shout out that indeed he made a connection for you!!
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Where was Eddie??
Connections for Local Businesses in West Chester, PA
Eddie Knows West Chester first launched on December 8, 2020. Since then, Eddie has visited and promoted many businesses in West Chester. Check out some of the places EKWC has been!
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Ask Eddie
Eddie wants to start conversations with you! He would like to get to know you and help you find exactly what you are looking for or just give ideas on what West Chester has to offer. If you are looking for something specific, like a type of restaurant, a florist, a baker, a barber… just Ask Eddie!
If you are a local business that we have not promoted yet, give us a shout out and we will be sure to come visit you!!
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Welcome 2026! EKWC kicked off the new year right in the heart of the town with our first stop of 2026..Stove and Tap located on the corner of Gay and Darlington! We were so excited to finally catch up with Cat, the floor manager for SAT, and Joey, the bar manager for Good Bad and Ugly! Cat has been the familiar face of the place for almost two years but with the company even longer. From the moment you walk in, the aesthetics set the tone. The entire space is inspired by owners Justin and Joe’s favorite movie and favorite actor, the one and only Clint Eastwood. The room has a strong western vibe, complete with ropes hanging to section off tables and a larger than life mural of Clint himself! Cat and Joey were incredibly accommodating, giving us a full tour of the restaurant and bar from the oversized kitchen, to the impeccably organized supply closets to the underground bar, Good Bad and Ugly. Cat is proud of the restaurant’s success and is always on the move, creating new ways to collaborate with local small businesses. One standout? Thursday Night Girls’ Dinner where local businesses join in to share their products or services including True by Kristy and LaChic Boutique!! All suggestions are welcome!! Another is Wednesday night Date Night for two… $50.. bottle of wine, 2 entrees, and a dessert!! Brunch is every Saturday and Sunday with Boozy Brunch on Sunday featuring unlimited Bloody Mary’s and Mimosas!! Everything coming out of the kitchen is made from scratch, with Chef Yasser constantly reinventing new menu items while perfecting the classics. Even the fan favorite Espresso Martinis are made fresh. Joey led us downstairs to GBU, where the bar runs the length of the building, pool tables and TVs are always buzzing,live bands take over on Fridays and DJs keep the energy high on Saturdays. Specials are always on the menu both up and down at the corner!! Thank you, Cat and Joey, for having EKWC! Stop by, check it out and don’t forget to tell them #eddiesentme. #shopsmall #shoplocal #supportsmallbusinesseswc #wcshopsmall eatlocal wceatlocal EKWC westchesterpa ... See MoreSee Less
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As the year comes to a close, EKWC wants to say thank you to the West Chester community and to all the friends and family for all of their support and kindness!! Every visit, every greeting, every kind word means the world to us!! We are so grateful to be part of such an amazing town and can’t wait to see what the new year brings!!! Happy New Year!! And don’t forget to let them know that #eddiesentme. ... See MoreSee Less
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