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πŸ“… Pottstown Area Events

πŸŠπŸ»β€β™€οΈ Boyertown Community Pool Reaches Fundraising Goal, Construction Set to Begin

πŸŽ’ CHDC to Host Free Backpack Giveaway for Boyertown Area Families

🏑 Hobart's Run Expands Homebuyer Assistance Program in Pottstown

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Boyertown Community Pool Reaches Fundraising Goal, Construction Set to Begin

The Save the Boyertown Pool campaign has announced a major milestone, reaching its fundraising goal to begin construction on the community pool.

Organizers say construction is expected to start sometime in August, with repairs scheduled to be completed in time to winterize the pool ahead of the colder months.

While celebrating the achievement, campaign leaders emphasized that additional fundraising efforts will continue to prepare the facility for a planned Summer 2027 reopening.

The organization expressed its gratitude to the community, thanking residents, donors, volunteers, and supporters whose contributions made the next phase of the project possible.

Project Highlights

🏊 Milestone: Fundraising goal reached to begin construction

🚧 Construction Start: Projected for August

❄️ Timeline: Repairs expected to be completed in time to winterize the pool

β˜€οΈ Goal: Reopen for the Summer 2027 season

πŸ’™ Community Support: Organizers thanked residents, donors, and volunteers for helping move the project into its next phase.

Although construction is set to begin, the Save the Boyertown Pool campaign says fundraising efforts will continue to help prepare the facility for a successful reopening and a memorable 2027 summer season.

CHDC to Host Free Backpack Giveaway

for Boyertown Area Families

Community Health & Dental Care (CHDC) is helping local students prepare for the new school year with its Annual Backpack Giveaway on Friday, Aug. 7, at the Boyertown Community Library.

The event will take place from 10 a.m. to noon and will provide 120 free backpacks filled with essential school supplies for children ages 5 to 12, while supplies last.

In addition to the backpack giveaway, families can enjoy a variety of activities, including face painting, hydroponic gardening demonstrations by Trellis For Tomorrow, giveaways, and healthy nutrition information from CHDC's clinical staff.

Organizers encourage families to visit the event's Facebook page to express their interest in attending.

Event Details

πŸŽ’ Event: CHDC Annual Backpack Giveaway

πŸ“… Date: Friday, Aug. 7, 2026

πŸ•™ Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

πŸ“ Location: Boyertown Community Library

What to Expect

πŸŽ’ 120 free backpacks with school supplies (while supplies last)

πŸ‘§ For children ages 5–12

🎨 Face painting by Face Paint by Beth

πŸͺ΄ Hydroponic demonstrations by Trellis For Tomorrow

πŸ₯¦ Healthy nutrition information from CHDC clinical staff

🎁 Giveaways and family-friendly activities

Families interested in attending can learn more and RSVP through the event's Facebook page.

Hobart's Run Expands Homebuyer Assistance Program in Pottstown

Hobart's Run is encouraging prospective homebuyers to explore expanded funding opportunities through its Homeowner Incentive Program (HIP), designed to support affordable homeownership in the Borough of Pottstown.

Thanks to a grant from the Pottstown Regional Community Foundation, the program has temporarily expanded both the loan amount and the eligible service area through Dec. 31, 2026.

The collaborative HIP loan program is intended to help qualified homebuyers purchase homes in Pottstown while promoting affordable housing and neighborhood investment.

Interested buyers can learn more about eligibility requirements and application details on the Hobart's Run website.

Program Highlights

🏑 Program: Homeowner Incentive Program (HIP)

πŸ“ Location: Borough of Pottstown

πŸ’° What's New:

  • Expanded loan amounts

  • Expanded eligibility area

πŸ“… Available Through: Dec. 31, 2026

🀝 Supported By: Pottstown Regional Community Foundation

The expanded Homeowner Incentive Program aims to make homeownership more attainable while supporting affordable housing and continued investment in Pottstown neighborhoods.