Gareth Reynolds debuts at SoulJoel's Comedy Dome

Friday July 14th @ 8pm

Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm

General admission only $20

VIP tickets only $30

50 Sunnybrook Road Pottstown, PA 19464

Get tickets here: https://www.souljoels.com/shop/tickets/garethreynolds/

About Gareth:

GARETH REYNOLDS is an internationally touring Stand-up Comedian whose brilliantly clever quips perfectly offset Dave Anthony’s hilarious snark on their smash-hit podcast THE DOLLOP which garners over 5 Million downloads every month.

Gareth has written on ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT, FLAKED and HOOPS for NETFLIX as well as YOU’RE THE WORST on FX and I’M SORRY for truTV. Previous to that he wrote on COMEDY CENTRAL sitcom IDIOTSITTER, took the lead on ABC show HAIL MARY and has been seen on IFC’s MARON.

His debut stand-up album “Riddled With Disease” released Dec. 6 2019 on Comedy Dynamics and reached #1 on Billboard that week.

Originally hailing from the sweet streets of Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Gareth moved to Los Angeles where he began producing and writing his own material, eventually making shows at COMEDY CENTRAL, the TRAVEL CHANNEL, and MTV.

He also has a cat named Jose

PagodaFest to Celebrate Reading's 275th Anniversary with Outdoor Festival at Iconic Landmark

PagodaFest, a festival celebrating Reading's 275th anniversary, will take place this summer at the Pagoda in Reading, Pennsylvania.

The event will feature local bands, food trucks, kids' activities, and vendors in the landmark's parking lot. The festival was organized after ruling out events within the 116-year-old Pagoda itself, which is currently closed for restoration.

The festival will coincide with the Reading Gravity Racing League's race on Skyline Drive, providing an opportunity to enjoy both landmarks and the mountain without vehicle traffic.

Shuttles will run from City Park to the Pagoda throughout the day. Councilwoman Marcia Goodman-Hinnershitz expressed her support for the growing number of events taking place at and near the Pagoda but also raised concerns about the long-term sustainability of the mountain's natural resources and misuse of the Skyline Drive area.

Efforts to control noise and illegal activity in the area have been made, including strengthening noise laws and increasing security, but further measures such as potentially closing Skyline Drive during nighttime hours are being considered to address ongoing challenges.

Cones & Crawlers

Coventry Parlor at Laurel Locks

Come enjoy a nice summer night eating ice cream and talking about Jeeps! This is a Jeep meet up for the community! All are welcome to come and meet new friends with old Jeeps or new Jeeps!

Cones & Crawlers Event

Hosted by HARDLINE 4X4

Sunday, July 16, 2023 | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Coventry Parlor at Laurel Locks, 653 Laurelwood Road, Pottstown PA 19465

Business-to-business online networking for the holistically minded

Build Community Partnerships for More Exposure

Join in for some fun networking! Meet other like-minded practitioners in the area to connect, collaborate, and confidently make referrals to each other.

When:
Tuesday, July 18th, from 4-5pm eastern, via zoom.

This event is open to both members and non-members. Bring a friend or colleague that you think would be a good fit for the HCC!

Cost is $5 for members and guests.

Advanced registration is required. Please register here: https://holisticchamberofcommerce.com/reading

Red Cross Provides Free Flood Cleanup Kits to Berks County Residents After Severe Storms

The Pennsylvania Rivers Chapter of the American Red Cross is offering free flood cleanup kits to residents in Berks County, Pennsylvania, following severe storms and flash floods.

The kits contain cleaning supplies and tools to help affected homeowners remove water and silt from their properties.

Pickup locations include Glenside Elementary School, Lower Alsace Volunteer Fire Company, and the Exeter Township School District Lausch Administration Building.

The Red Cross shelter at Glenside Elementary School remains open for those in need, providing food, relief supplies, and support. Individuals requiring assistance can contact 1-800-RED CROSS.

Disney World in Orlando Faces Lower Attendance Amid Rising Costs and Political Issues

Disney World in Orlando, Florida, has been experiencing lower attendance than usual due to a combination of factors, such as rising consumer costs and political issues.

The slowdown in park attendance has prompted CEO Bob Iger to roll back some of the price increases in an effort to attract more visitors.

What gives?

• Travel is up for Americans, but they’re choosing cruises and Europe over Orlando.

• Ticket prices have gone way up over the past several years, with the company monetizing every aspect of visiting the park.

• That’s made it increasingly difficult for families to afford a vacation there (which would make Walt Disney roll in his grave).

Despite the decline in attendance, Disney's parks, experiences, and products division still saw a 17% increase in earnings last quarter, driven by increased foot traffic at other Disney resorts around the world. However, Disneyland in California continues to draw in crowds consistently.

Upcoming Local Events

• Warehouse Warriors / Free Outdoor Show at Rivet! July 14th - 6-10PM

• 5th Annual Lew’s Crew Ride for Veteran & First Responder Suicide Awareness - July 15th, 9AM-4PM

• Jimmy Shubert returns to SoulJoel's Inside SunnyBrook - July 15th at 7:00 PM

• Cones & Crawlers Event - July 16th - 5-8 PM

• Build Community Partnerships for More Exposure - July 18th - 4-5pm eastern, via zoom

• The Alley Arts & Craft July Event - July 30th, 12PM-5PM

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PHILLIES

Philadelphia Phillies' 2024 MLB Schedule Revealed, Including London Series Clash

The much-anticipated schedules for the upcoming 2024 MLB season have been unveiled by the league and its teams, with the caveat that changes may occur before the official commencement of the new season.

The Philadelphia Phillies will kick off their 2024 campaign at home, facing off against their NL East rivals, the Atlanta Braves, on March 28th.

One notable highlight on the Phillies' schedule is their participation in the MLB's London Series in June. On June 8th and 9th, the Phillies will cross the pond to play against their arch-rivals, the New York Mets.

Fans will have to wait until May 13th for the first series between the Phillies and the Mets in the new season.

Exciting matchups pepper the Phillies' schedule throughout the season. In July, they will host the renowned New York Yankees, followed by a showdown with the Houston Astros in August. May promises a string of marquee games at Citizens Bank Park, with visits from the San Francisco Giants, Texas Rangers, and the Mets.

The season will culminate with a three-game series against the Washington Nationals from September 27th to 29th.

FLYERS

Philadelphia Flyers Sign Olle Lycksell to a Two-Year Contract

The Philadelphia Flyers have finalized a two-year contract worth $1.575 million with forward Olle Lycksell, leaving only center Morgan Frost as the team's remaining restricted free agent.

Lycksell, 23 years old, was selected by the Flyers in the sixth round of the 2017 NHL draft. He made his NHL debut last season, playing eight games and recording his first career point against the Edmonton Oilers on February 21. While primarily playing for the Lehigh Valley Phantoms (AHL), Lycksell emerged as the team's second-highest scorer.

The signing of Lycksell follows recent contract agreements with RFAs Cam York and Noah Cates, with the Flyers successfully avoiding arbitration with Cates. Defenseman Ronnie Attard also signed a two-year contract with the team last week.

Frost, a first-round pick in 2017, remains the lone restricted free agent for the Flyers awaiting a contract signing.

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