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Issue #196
In this Pottstown Local Scoop Issue…
🌨️ Winter Storm Warning: Heavy Snowfall to Disrupt Morning Commute in Chester and Montgomery
🏛️ Pottstown Progress Luncheon 2024: Celebrating Community Achievements and Visions for the Future
📚 Pottstown NAACP Launches 'Road to Reading' Initiative for Local Youth
🤣 Laugh Out Loud with Steve Rinaldi and Friends at SoulJoel’s Comedy Night!
⚖️ Spring City Man Convicted in Brutal Murder of Young Girlfriend
Upcoming Local Events
February 13th
"Galentines Day" on a Taco Tuesday?! - 10 AM - 9 PM
INP Winter Mixer! - 6 PM
Line Dancing at Sunnybrook Ballroom - 6:30 PM
Open Mic at SoulJoel's - 6 PM
February 14th
February 15th
February 16th
February 17th
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Winter Storm Warning:
Heavy Snowfall to Disrupt Morning Commute
in Chester and Montgomery Counties
A winter storm warning is in effect until Tuesday afternoon across parts of Chester and Montgomery counties, predicting heavy snowfall of 3 to 6 inches with winds up to 35 mph. This weather event poses a challenge for morning commuters, with potential snowfall rates of 1 inch per hour. The severity of snow accumulation is uncertain due to initial mild temperatures and rain, with the heaviest snowfall expected in the northern and elevated areas of the region.
MCCC hosts 10th Annual Tri-County
High School Art Exhibition
Opening reception is Tuesday, Feb. 13, 5-7 p.m.
Come and enjoy an incredible display of creativity as budding artists from 20 area high schools in Montgomery, Berks and Chester counties share their talents at Montgomery County Community College’s 10th Annual Tri-County High School Art Exhibition and Competition in the College’s North Hall Art Gallery of the Montco Cultural Center, 16 East High Street, Pottstown.
The exhibition features an impressive array of 180 artworks in a variety of media, including oils, watercolors, ceramics, prints, sculpture and more. The exhibit opens Tuesday, Feb. 13, with an artists’ reception and awards ceremony from 5 to 7 p.m. (awards begin at 6 p.m.). Both the reception and exhibit are free and open to the community. Convenient parking is available along High Street and in the College’s parking lot at 101 College Drive.
"The exhibit is a glimpse of the remarkable projects that area art teachers are orchestrating with their students,” said Patrick Rodgers, MCCC Galleries Director. “Now in its 10th year, this exhibition has grown from a handful of schools to a dozen in 2018 to the 20 schools participating in this year’s show. The current exhibit features the work of more than 150 talented high school students from as far apart as Haverford and Reading. I am always in awe of the dedication of the art teachers involved in this show as well as the imagination of their students, and I’m so glad we can celebrate all of that together in Pottstown.”
This year’s juror is Rebecca Carpenter, a fine art photographer who taught art at the elementary and high school levels for 16 years. Her current work uses models and abandoned structures in Pennsylvania and elsewhere to create evocative and texturally rich photographs.
Carpenter selected a number of pieces for special recognition, including:
Untitled drypoint etching, Hannah Woods, Upper Merion Area High School
Human in Animal, linocut print, Yebin Adelyn Sim, The Hill School
Memories, mixed media, Sophia Lapic, Pottsgrove High School
Untitled, collage/mixed media/pop-up, Grace Kerschner, Governor Mifflin High School
Illumination, mixed media, Kai Degenhardt, The Haverford School
Untitled, Photoshop, Aimee White, Pottstown High School
Untitled, Photoshop, Cindy Garcia Villegas, Pottstown High School
Her Realization, Photography, Jayden Robinson, Methacton High School
Double Exposure Hand, Digital photography, Paulina Villafana-Palmas, Plymouth Whitemarsh High School
Skeletal Study, charcoal, Cassidy Colden, Spring-Ford Sr. High School
I’m Baby, charcoal, Giana Crane, Owen J. Roberts High School
To Ponder, chalk pastel, Dina Kim, Perkiomen Valley High School
The Next Stop, Prisma and colored pencil, Kale Martin, Methacton High School
Above the Surface, colored pencil, Yueming (Maggie) Qi, the Hill School
0.5, painting, Lucia Reeves, Springfield Township High School
Refractions, oil on canvas, Alayna Rodner, Owen J. Roberts School District
Diving into Childhood, gouache, Erica Dickey, Pottsgrove High School
Wooden Gift, maple, cherry, and walnut, Talan Maury, The Haverford School
Tea Set, white stoneware, Chad Endy, Boyertown High School
Idyllic Struggles, Mixed media sculpture, Sara Yost, Pottsgrove High School
Day of the Dead Liminary, laser-cut plywood and resin, Gregor Weissenberger, The Haverford School
This year’s Best in Show, a $50 award sponsored by the Pottstown Area Artists Guild, was awarded to Mia Y. Davis from Daniel Boone Area High School for the mixed media piece How You Want Me.
The exhibit will be open through March 22 but will be closed March 11-17 for spring break. The gallery hours are Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Closed weekends.
MCCC’s Fine Arts galleries, located at both Pottstown and Blue Bell campuses, are part of the Montco Cultural Center and host a variety of exhibitions featuring professional and student artists and artwork in an array of genres, as well as related activities, programs, and lectures.
For more information about the exhibit or MCCC’s galleries, contact Galleries Director Patrick Rodgers at [email protected] and visit the website at mc3.edu/galleries.
About Montgomery County Community College
Since 1964, Montgomery County Community College has grown with the community to meet the evolving educational needs of Montgomery County. The College’s comprehensive curriculum includes more than 100 associate degree and certificate programs, as well as customized workforce training and certifications. Students enjoy the flexibility of learning at the College’s thriving campuses in Blue Bell and Pottstown and online.
As an Achieving the Dream Leader College of Distinction, the institution is positioned at the vanguard of national efforts to remove barriers to access, improve learning outcomes, and increase completion for all students. The College also is recognized regionally and nationally for its sustainability leadership, work with military veterans, community service and service-learning opportunities, and use of classroom technology. For seven years, MCCC has been named one of the Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges in the nation by the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development for its commitment to diversity through inclusive learning and work environments, student and staff recruitment and retention practices, and meaningful community service and engagement opportunities. For more information, visit http://www.mc3.edu.
Pottstown NAACP Launches 'Road to Reading' Initiative for Local Youth
An anonymous benefactor has pledged a substantial gift to the children of Pottstown, aiming to foster literacy and enhance reading skills among the youth aged 0 to 8, especially targeting underserved communities and children of color. The Pottstown NAACP has been entrusted with the execution of this generous initiative, aptly named "Road to Reading."
The Mission: The objective is straightforward – the aim is to provide books directly to children, enabling them to build personal libraries at home. Unlike traditional lending libraries, the focus is on ownership and accessibility. In curating the selection, we prioritize diversity, offering books that reflect varied cultures and experiences, and we're open to including titles in Spanish and other languages to accommodate the diverse needs of our community.
Execution Strategy: In partnership with the Literacy Council of Norristown, the plan is to procure books and distribute them across various platforms, including literacy groups, community organizations, businesses, churches, and at local events. The goal is to leverage every possible avenue to ensure these books reach the hands of children, enriching their lives with the joy of reading.
Engagement Opportunities for Organizations: Collaboration is sought with entities willing to house a bookshelf filled with children's books. The ideal scenario involves the host providing the shelf and a volunteer overseeing the collection, including feedback on popular titles and replenishment needs. However, the NAACP of Pottstown is prepared to supply both the bookshelf and a monitor if necessary. Organizations interested in featuring books at specific events are also encouraged to reach out for support with give-away tables.
Volunteer Roles for Individuals: There are several ways individuals can contribute to this initiative:
Participating in the selection of books to purchase.
Assisting with sorting and labeling books upon arrival.
Manning book give-away stations at community events.
Monitoring community bookshelves, providing updates on stock levels, and preferences to tailor our future selections more effectively.
Join The Effort: If you're inspired to be a part of the "Road to Reading" initiative, whether by contributing your time or hosting a bookshelf, please contact Sandy or Bob Bauers at 610-327-1213. Together, we can make a significant impact on the literacy journey of Pottstown's children.
Laugh Out Loud with Steve Rinaldi and Friends at SoulJoel’s Comedy Night!
SoulJoel proudly presents "7 for 7 with Steve Rinaldi" at the cozy SoulJoel's, nestled within SunnyBrook. Join us for an evening where Steve Rinaldi headlines a delightful showcase featuring seven hilarious local comedians, all for the unbeatable price of just $7! This is your chance to back local talent and enjoy a night at a cherished community spot.
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, February 15, 2024
Time: Doors open at 6 PM, with the laughter starting promptly at 7 PM
Location: SoulJoel's at Sunnybrook, 50 Sunnybrook Road, Pottstown, PA 19464
Admission: General admission tickets are available for just $7. For a more exclusive experience, VIP tickets can be purchased for $15, offering preferred seating and perks.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to support local comedians and enjoy a night out at SoulJoel’s. Secure your spot for a memorable evening of comedy that promises to be both affordable and exhilarating!
Spring City Man Convicted in Brutal Murder of Young Girlfriend
Leroy Brahm, a 33-year-old man from Spring City, has been convicted of first-degree murder for the brutal beating death of his girlfriend, Annabel Meenan, in 2021. The conviction ensures Brahm will face a mandatory life sentence. The case, described by the District Attorney as involving "hours of unimaginable and relentless abuse," was supported by evidence from home security footage, text messages, and witness testimony. The attack occurred after the couple returned from a night out, leaving behind a scene of violence in their home.
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