In this Pottstown Local Scoop Issue…

📆NEW EVENT CALENDAR

 🤣 Pottstown Hosts Award-Winning SummerFest at SoulJoel's

🤼‍♀️ Discover Wrestling at Pottstown's Girls Workshop for Grades 6-12

 🛝 Safe and Fun: Pottstown Play Streets Event at Spruce Street Park

⚽️ Former Union Midfielder Paxten Aaronson Nets First Olympic Goal

⚾️ Phillies Face Tough Schedule Ahead, Harper Stresses Need for Wins

Pottstown Hosts Award-Winning SummerFest at SoulJoel's

Get ready for the biggest event of the year! SoulJoel's 5th Annual SummerFest is set to deliver five nights of top-notch entertainment from August 6 to August 10. Voted “Best Summer Event” in Montgomery County for four consecutive years, this year's festival promises to be the best yet.

The festivities kick off on Tuesday, August 6, with comedian Casey Rocket, who will perform two shows at 7 PM and 9 PM. Tickets for these shows are almost sold out, so be sure to grab yours soon.

The festival concludes on Saturday, August 10, with a performance by Tim Meadows at 7 PM. Meadows, known for his work on "Saturday Night Live" and various comedy films, is sure to deliver a memorable show.

All events will take place at SoulJoel's at SunnyBrook, located at 50 Sunnybrook Rd, Pottstown, PA. Don't miss out on this incredible lineup of talent and entertainment. Get your tickets now at souljoels.com to ensure your spot at one or all of these fantastic events.

Discover Wrestling at Pottstown's Girls Workshop for Grades 6-12

Female students from grades 6-12 interested in wrestling are invited to join the Pottstown Middle-High School Girls Wrestling Workshop. This instructional program, led by Coach Sham Kadima, offers a perfect opportunity for beginners to explore the sport and for experienced Lady Trojans to get a great workout.

Workshop Details:

• Dates: July 29 & August 1

• Days: Monday & Thursday

• Time: 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM

• Location: The Field House, Pottstown High School

Participants should arrive in athletic attire ready to learn. For any questions, contact Coach Sham at 484-424-9560.

Safe and Fun: Pottstown Play Streets Event at Spruce Street Park

The Pottstown Play Streets series continues this summer, providing a safe space for children and community members to connect. Join us on August 1 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM EDT at Spruce Street Park for an evening of fun, information, and activities.

The Community Health and Development Corporation (CHDC) will be present, offering resources and engaging activities. Pottstown Play Streets is a seasonal, award-winning program featuring seven events on Thursdays from June to August. These events temporarily close neighborhood blocks to traffic, creating safe, fun, and healthy public spaces.

This initiative, organized by the Play Streets Coalition, encourages kids of all ages to be active by providing free play equipment and setting up outreach tables. It's a perfect opportunity for families and neighbors to connect, play, and learn right outside their doors.

For more information, visit the Pottstown Play Streets website.

Former Union Midfielder Paxten Aaronson Nets First Olympic Goal

Former Philadelphia Union midfielder Paxten Aaronson scored his first goal of the competition as the U.S. men's national team defeated New Zealand 4-1 in their second group game at the 2024 Olympics.

Aaronson found the net in the 58th minute when substitute forward Griffin Yow ran down the left flank and cut the ball back to him. Aaronson turned and fired with his left foot, the shot deflecting past the goalkeeper.

The 20-year-old, who recently transferred from Philadelphia to Bundesliga club Eintracht Frankfurt and is currently on loan to Vitesse and Utrecht, continues to make a name for himself on the international stage.

With the Union senior team in 2021-22, Aaronson scored four goals in 37 appearances. He will be back in action as the U.S. faces Guinea on Tuesday for a chance to advance to the knockout stages.

Phillies Face Tough Schedule Ahead, Harper Stresses Need for Wins

On "Schwarbomb Beach Towel Day," Kyle Schwarber hit two home runs, but the Phillies' offense faltered, leading to a 4-3 loss to the Cleveland Guardians. This marked their fourth consecutive series loss and eighth loss in the last 12 games.

Bryce Harper candidly assessed the team's performance, admitting, "It hasn’t been good. We’ve just got to get better, turn the page, and try to have a better series against the Yankees."

Despite his self-criticism, Harper homered in the previous day's 8-0 victory. As a key leader, he knows the importance of stepping up during this turbulent phase.

Manager Rob Thomson emphasized the need to regain their early-season form, focusing on playing consistently well on all fronts. Harper highlighted the tough upcoming schedule against the Yankees, Seattle, LA, and Arizona, stressing that superstars need to lead the way.

Pottstown Local Scoop Launches
New Community Event Calendar

We’re excited to announce that we’ve launched a New Community Event Calendar! Introducing Pottstown Live!

To better serve and provide quick turnaround, we thought providing a resource that provided value through promoting local and community events more efficiently.

We invite you to check it out, stay informed, and submit your events to Thousands of Pottstown Locals!

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