In this Pottstown Local Scoop Issue…

 📆  Monster List of Events This Week in the Pottstown Area!

🍽️ Celebrate Pottstown's Revitalization at the Seventh Annual Fete en Blanc

☀️ Protect Your Skin Memorial Day Weekend 

⚾️ Phillies Sweep Rangers, Continue Dominant Season with 7-1 Homestand

 🎵 Platinum Series Spring Fest: Hip-Hop and DJ Night at Rivet

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May 24th

• Raymond The Amish Comic headlines SoulJoel’s inside SunnyBrook - 7 PM

• Salsa & Bachata Party w/ Lessons at inside SunnyBrook Ballroom - 7 PM

• Platinum Series Spring Fest: Hip-Hop and DJ Night at Rivet - 7 PM

May 25th

• Pop-Up Paddle, Lower Berks County Section - 12:30 PM

• Jokes and Jazz inside The SunnyBrook Ballroom - 7:00 PM

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Celebrate Pottstown's Revitalization at the Seventh Annual Fete en Blanc

Pottstown is set to host the Seventh Annual Fete en Blanc on September 6 from 6-9 PM at the Smith Family Plaza, Pottstown Borough Hall. Organized by Pottstown Area Economic Development and Hobart's Run, this event celebrates the town's revitalization. Attendees dress in white, enjoy takeout or picnic meals, and participate in a white-napkin wave to bid farewell to summer. Sponsorships range from $250 to $5,000, offering various levels of recognition. Tickets, priced at $15 each, go on sale June 1, with a limit of six per person. The evening will feature local beverages, live music, and a vibrant community atmosphere.

PROTECT YOUR SKIN
MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND

Skin Cancer Awareness Month

Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer. As temperatures rise and outdoor activities increase, it’s important to be mindful of sun safety awareness not just over the holiday, but throughout the year.

“It is important to be proactive and take preventative steps against skin cancer. Skin problems shouldn’t be taken lightly. If you have a sunburn that is blistering or abnormal changes or growth of a mole, you should visit a Patient First Urgent Care to be examined” says Dr. Paul Wu, Patient First Medical Director.

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. More than 3.5 million cases of skin cancer are diagnosed in the United States every year. Whether you are headed to the beach or the backyard, protect your family from the sun’s damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays. The following tips can help:

Always use a broad spectrum sunscreen with a minimum of 30 SPF, even when it is cloudy. Reapply at least every two hours.

Avoid uninterrupted sun exposure between 10am and 4pm whenever possible.

Cover up when you can with long-sleeved shirts and pants.

Hats are fine, but remember baseball caps won’t protect your ears and neck from the sun.

Sun damage occurs even when you are not actively trying to soak up a few rays. It also accumulates. Whether you are walking the dog or mowing the lawn, sun damage adds up over time. Newborns and children are especially sensitive to the sun’s rays. Protecting their skin is crucial.

It’s important to be on the lookout for the more dangerous effects of sun exposure: skin cancers, including melanomas. Here are the A, B, C’s and D’s of determining if a skin lesion could be a melanoma, or a non-cancerous mole.

A = Asymmetry – If a line is drawn through the center of the mole, the halves would not match.

B = The Border of the mole is irregular.

C = The Color of the mole is uneven with shades of brown, black, tan, red, white, and/or blue.

D = Change in the Diameter of the mole.

If any mole is of concern, whether it meets the above criteria or not, you should seek the advice of your health care provider.

All Patient First Medical Centers are open from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. on Memorial Day and every day of the year. Patient First provides non-appointment urgent care for routine injuries and illnesses, primary care for patients who do not have a regular physician, as well as telehealth services. Each Patient First center has on-site digital x-ray, on-site laboratory, and on-site prescription drugs. Patient First currently operates medical centers in Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey.

Phillies Sweep Rangers, Continue Dominant Season with 7-1 Homestand

The Philadelphia Phillies continued their stellar season by sweeping the Texas Rangers, completing a 7-1 homestand. Key performances included Zack Wheeler's strong pitching, allowing only two earned runs over seven innings, and J.T. Realmuto’s and Nick Castellanos’ home runs. Cristian Pache's crucial triple also boosted the Phillies. Wheeler has now pitched a league-leading 67 2/3 innings with a 2.53 ERA, positioning him for his second All-Star appearance. The Phillies currently boast a 37-14 record, raising hopes of breaking the franchise’s single-season wins record.

Platinum Series Spring Fest:
Hip-Hop and DJ Night at Rivet

The Platinum Series Spring Fest, presented by Axe Limbert in association with Rivet: Canteen & Assembly, will take place on Friday, May 24th, at 7 PM. The event will feature performances by seven local hip-hop artists and music by DJ Tuck. Doors open at 7 PM, with the show running from 8 to 11 PM. Tickets are available for $10 in advance or $15 at the door. The event is open to all ages, with alcohol available for those 21+ with ID.