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Boyertown Farmers Market Set to Kick Off Its Third Season on June 1

The Boyertown Farmers /Market is set to commence its third season on June 1, operating on the first and third Thursday of each month through September.

The market, located at the Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles' parking lot, features local growers, producers, and artisans. Following the success of last year's themed markets, this year will also present a variety of vendors, food trucks, and themed nights.

The market encourages a sense of community, offering a place for locals to shop, socialize, and enjoy live music. Detailed updates are available on the Building a Better Boyertown website, and queries about vendor registration or sponsorship can be directed to [email protected].

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Biden and McCarthy Fail to Reach Debt Ceiling Agreement Despite Productive Discussions at the White House

President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy recently met to negotiate on raising the US debt ceiling, which, if not addressed, could lead to the US defaulting on its debt as early as June 1, 2023.

Despite a productive meeting, no agreement was reached between the two parties.

The Republicans, represented by McCarthy, are pushing for spending cuts, while the Democrats, represented by Biden, are advocating for maintaining spending at current levels.

Biden has also suggested raising taxes on wealthy individuals and corporations, a proposal rejected by McCarthy. The failure to reach an agreement could have severe implications for the US economy, including the loss of nearly a million jobs and significant impacts on retirement savings, mortgage payments, and private student loan payments.

While some Democrats are urging Biden to invoke the 14th Amendment to bypass Congress and declare the debt ceiling unconstitutional, Biden has expressed hesitancy due to potential litigation

Business

Student Philanthropists at The Hill School Award $25,000 to Nine Local Nonprofit Organizations

The Student Philanthropy Council (SPC) at The Hill School recently provided funding to nine nonprofit organizations for a variety of projects. The SPC, a student-led organization, was established in 2008 to promote the values of philanthropy and volunteerism, and to support nonprofits serving the Pottstown area residents.

The SPC recently received a record 19 applications and distributed a total of $25,000 to causes ranging from food insecurity and literacy advocacy to historic preservation, education, and mental and physical wellness.

The organizations receiving funds include Berks Connections Pretrial Services for a program that enables incarcerated parents to maintain connections with their children, the Foundation for Pottstown Education for a new student grant program, Montgomery Child Advocacy Project for the care of a therapy dog, Mother Goose Read to Me for promoting early literacy, Pottstown Farm & Artisan Regional Market for nutritional support to underserved families, Pottstown Historical Society for preservation efforts, Project Purpose for STEAM-based extra-curricular activities, Schuylkill River Greenways for a youth watershed education program, and Steel River Playhouse for youth scholarships to summer programs.

The SPC was established through a generous gift from the late Charles Frank III and his wife Elizabeth "Betty" Frank, who attended the recent presentation ceremony.

Events

Upcoming Local Events

• Shakespeare in Love: This event will be held at The Hill School Center For The Arts in Pottstown, PA. The next show is scheduled for May 21st at 3:00 PM, with additional shows to follow

• House Tours of Pottsgrove Manor, County of Montgomery: This event offers tours of the Pottsgrove Manor. The next tour is set for May 21st at 1:00 PM, with additional tours scheduled for future dates.

• Speed Networking Event: sponsored by Comcast: This networking event will take place at 300 King St in Pottstown, PA. The next event is on Wednesday, May 24th at 5:00 PM, with one more event following that

• Distillery Tour: Manatawny Still Works Distillery in Pottstown, PA is offering distillery tours. The next tour is on Friday, May 26th at 6:00 PM, with additional tours to follow.

• PSHF: The Platinum Series Hip Hop Fest at Rivet!: This Hip Hop festival will take place at Rivet: Canteen & Assembly in Pottstown, PA. The event is scheduled for Saturday, June 3rd at 8:00 PM

• 2023 GoFourth Fest Kick-Off Party: This kick-off party for the GoFourth Fest will be held at Iron Gate Biergarten in Pottstown, PA. The event is scheduled for Sunday, June 4th at 1:00 PM

• The First Responders Championship: This championship event will take place at Brookside Country Club in Pottstown, PA. The event is scheduled for Monday, June 19th at 10:00 AM

• Midget Mayhem Wrestling Goes Wild!: Pottstown PA 18+: This wrestling event will take place at Rivet: Canteen & Assembly in Pottstown, PA. The event is scheduled for Sunday, June 25th at 5:00 PM

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Phils drop the first game of the series to the DBacks
Phillies 3 - Diamondbacks 6

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