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🤑 Powerball Hits $700M • 😂 Laughs w/ Aunt Mary Pat • 💃 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month & More

🤑 Powerball Hits $700M • 😂 Laughs w/ Aunt Mary Pat • 💃 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month & More

Issue #308

22 Aug

Powerball Jackpot Soars to $700 Million After No Winner Emerges

The Powerball jackpot has climbed to an estimated $700 million following Wednesday night's drawing that produced no winning ticket, marking one of the largest prizes in the lottery's history.

This massive sum represents the biggest jackpot of 2025, with the lottery continuing its winning streak drought that began on May 31. The prize has been rolling over for months, steadily building to this record-breaking amount.

Winners of Saturday's drawing will face the classic lottery dilemma: take the full $700 million spread across 30 annual installments, or opt for the immediate lump sum payout of roughly $316.3 million.

The next opportunity to claim this fortune comes Saturday evening, with numbers drawn at 10:59 p.m.

While impressive, this jackpot still falls short of the all-time U.S. lottery record. That distinction belongs to the $2.04 billion Powerball prize claimed by a single ticket holder in Altadena, California, on November 7, 2022.

Good luck if you play!

SoulJoel's SummerFest Special Event Featuring Aunt Mary Pat

Event Details:

Date: Saturday, August 23rd
Doors: 4:30 PM
Show Time: 5:00 PM
Location: 50 SunnyBrook Rd, Pottstown, PA

Tickets:

General Admission: $20
VIP Package: $30 (includes post-show meet and greet with Aunt Mary Pat)
All tickets are non-refundable and sales are final

Tickets Available Here

Venue Amenities: Food service available at Gatsby's Pub before and after the performance. Full bar service throughout the event.

About Aunt Mary Pat:

Aunt Mary Pat burst onto the comedy scene in early 2018 with a viral video following the Philadelphia Eagles' historic Super Bowl victory. Since then, she has delivered over 100 unique performances to thousands of fans across the region.

Following a successful Kickstarter campaign in early 2019, she released her debut comedy album "Talk of the Township," which climbed to #5 on the iTunes comedy charts and produced three #1 iTunes comedy singles. Her success has earned her recognition as Delaware's Readers' Choice Best Entertainer in 2019 and Best of Delco's Best Comedian the same year.

Known for her memorable catchphrases that have become part of Philadelphia's cultural lexicon, Aunt Mary Pat continued her success with the release of "Mary Friggin Christmas," a holiday-themed comedy album. She launched her first national tour in 2020, "The Fish Outta Woodier Tour."

Beyond entertainment, Aunt Mary Pat is committed to supporting her community through fundraising efforts for local LGBTQ+ organizations.

🍦The Sweetest 5K of the Summer🍦

🎉 THE FINAL TUESDAY OF SUMMER! 🎉
Tuesdays in the Park 5K & Ice Cream
📅 Tuesday, August 26 | ⏰ 6:30 – 8:00 PM
📍 Riverfront Park, 140 College Drive, Pottstown

👉 REGISTER HERE 👈

🏃‍♂️ Tuesdays in the Park Ice Cream 5K Series 2025 + Kids Fun Run 🍦

Don’t miss this flat, fast training run that ends with the sweetest reward:
✨ FREE Ice Cream for ALL runners
🍺 FREE Beer for runners 21+

👟 5K Race kicks off at 7:00 PM

🎈 Kids Fun Run starts at 6:45 PM (FREE!)

Come run, eat, and celebrate summer’s grand finale! 🌅

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Rivet

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Rivet is thrilled to host the return of Latin Night on Friday, September 19th! Get ready for an evening filled with infectious rhythms, passionate dancing, and an inclusive community atmosphere that welcomes everyone.

What to Expect

Immerse yourself in four incredible hours of authentic Latin music that will keep you moving all night long. Our carefully curated playlist celebrates the rich diversity of Latin culture, featuring everything from salsa and bachata to reggaeton and merengue. Don't worry about your skill level – whether you're taking your first dance steps or you're a seasoned dancer, this event promises to be an amazing experience for all.

Event Details

Date: Friday, September 19th
Time: Doors open at 7:00 PM | Dancing from 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Venue: Rivet: Canteen & Assembly
Address: 238 E. High Street, Pottstown, PA
Age Policy: All ages welcome

Get Your Tickets

Don't miss out on this celebration of Latin culture and music! Secure your spot now through their Eventbrite page

Come ready to dance, laugh, and create lasting memories in our warm and welcoming space. See you on the dance floor!

Fork & Ale is Hiring

From Fork & Ale:

Our seasonal staff is heading back to school. We are looking for some fresh faces to join our team.

We are hiring for food runners, hosts and dishwashers

Please apply in person, or go to our website and fill out the online application at www.forkandale.com

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