Category: Revitalization

MOSAIC Community Land Trust reception this Saturday

Please join the MOSAIC Community Land Trust for a FREE reception this Saturday, November 12 from 7-9 pm as they thank their Community Garden volunteers and welcome guests to their office and gallery located at 10 South Hanover Street, Pottstown, Pennsylvania, across from the Brick House restaurant.

Exhibiting artists are Raun Kercher and Lev Ritvalsky. 

MOSAIC will also be unveiling its new logo, which was designed by Raun.

For more information on MOSAIC Community Land Trust, please visit and subscribe to the blog here or become a friend on Facebook. Pottstown is on the brink of revitalization, and MOSAIC is a part of that. You can learn about other events, how to get involved, and follow the development of the community garden at 423 Chestnut Street by getting connected.

Raun Kercher

“Raun Kercher’s artwork covers a history of American music from the genres of both American Blues and Jazz. The artwork tells a history while capturing emotions expressed in music.”

Read a previous review of Raun Kercher’s Exhibition here, or visit his website

Let Ritvalsky
“My art, regardless of the medium I’m using, is simply an end result of whatever happiness runs from my brain through my hands to my tools each day that I work. This talent brings great energy to my life and I am honored to have it. My art isn’t about making a statement, unless that statement is to bring a smile to someone when they see my work.”

LointerHOME’s latest restoration: 426 King Street, Pottstown

 Last week I was thrilled to attend LointerHOME‘s open house at 426 King Street to see how Amanda and Cristian DeSeta have returned this stunning Victorian to its original grandeur and added the  modern amenities that today’s homebuyers are looking for. Like their previous Pottstown projects on King Street and at 467 Farmington Avenue, they have once again used quality craftsmanship and an attention to detail that brings out the best of the old and new.

Here are the particulars: 111 years young, almost 4000 sq ft, 4 bedrooms, 2 full, 2 powder baths, original hardwood floors and all new appliances, with an asking price of $168,512. The sellers are offering 3% seller’s assist, paying closing costs, a 1-year home warranty, and inspections to be completed before an offer is made – all this to allow a stress-free purchase.

Work has already begun on 424 King Street, where the DeSetas will locate their headquarters. LointerHOME has ongoing restoration projects in Florida and California.

If you would like more information or to schedule a visit to 426 King Street, contact the listing agent, Lori Vanderbilt at Coldwell Banker Hearthside.

Lori Vanderbilt
lorivanderbilt@aol.com
direct: 610.489.7700
cell: 484.889.6234

The beautiful photos here were taken by Betsy Barron Fine Photography.

PAID hires Steven Bamford as executive director

Earlier today an article in The Mercury‘s online business section announced the hiring of Steven Bamford by PAID, Inc. to serve as the first executive director of the revamped economic development entity responsible for Pottstown’s revitalization. Roy’s Rants writes that Mr. Bamford’s first day will be November 10th. Mr. Bamford brings more than 20 years of economic development experience to the position. There is much work to be done, and it’s a relief and very welcome news to hear that Pottstown has got someone with his credentials working on its behalf.  Welcome aboard!

Pippin Opening Weekend!

The popular Stephen Schwartz musical, PIPPIN, is now running at the Tri-County Performing Arts Center at 245 E. High Street. It continues through October 30th. TODAY is the official opening night, and includes a  traditional Opening Night Reception!

 Treat yourself to this marvelous musical theater experience – high value with extremely low ticket prices, and no travel and parking problems! Bring your friends and introduce them to one of the gems of our community. You will be happy you did!

 TEASER: Below are links to an early orchestra rehearsal and a stage rehearsal for a sneak peek. And below THAT is all the info you need to play your visit to the Tri-PAC. Thanks for your support of the Tri-PAC!

 Orchestra Rehearsal: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oaAg9H4XuN8

Rehearsal Video: http://youtu.be/O4MiHamEFXU

 

 Not your “Average, Ordinary” PIPPIN; It’s “Extraordinary!”

PIPPIN (musical)

 Pick your Seats Online at www.tripac.org!

Music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz; Book by Roger O. Hirson; Presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International

Parental Guidance Suggested*

PLEASE NOTE: there is no performance Saturday, Oct 15. Instead, there is an additional matinee on Saturday, Oct 29.

PIPPIN is the tongue-in-cheek fairy tale that captivated Broadway audiences with its pop score and show-stopping numbers. A young prince longs for true happiness and fulfillment. He seeks it in the glories of the battlefield, the temptations of the flesh and the intrigues of political power. In the end, is the answer simpler than he had imagined? PIPPIN is by three-time Oscar®-winning composer/lyricist Stephen Schwartz, the creator of WICKED, GODSPELL, POCAHONTAS, THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME and THE PRINCE OF EGYPT, among many other musicals!

 Opening Night Reception: Friday, October 14th

PIPPIN (Oct 13 – 30)

Thursdays

Oct 13 (preview)

Oct 20 & 27

7:30 pm

Fridays

Oct 14

Oct 21 & 28

8:00 pm

Saturdays

Oct 22 & 29

8:00 pm

AND

Oct 29 @ 3:00 pm

No performance 10/15

Sundays

Oct 16

Oct 23 & 30

3:00 pm

Special Events

Opening Night Reception: 10/14

Talkbacks with Cast/Crew: Sundays, 10/16 & 10/23

Tickets

ADULT:  Thurs $20; Fri, Sat & Sun $23

STUDENT/SENIOR(65+): Thurs $18; Fri, Sat, Sun $21

 CHILD (12 & under): Thurs $13; Fri, Sat & Sun $15

$2 off per ticket for groups of 10 or more!

 

 


 

Please RSVP now for this Friday’s Happy Hour!

Positively!Pottstown Happy Hour

Where: The Farmers’ Market, 300 High Street

When: Friday, October 14 from 5 to 7:30 PM

Meet new friends and old at the 1st Anniversary of the Positively!Pottstown Happy Hour!

It’s hard to believe it was last October that the first Happy Hour was held at the PDIDA office. We’ve been all over High & Hanover Streets since then, featuring the organizations, businesses and people that make Pottstown THE place to be!

Enjoy the company of friends, neighbors and colleagues AND sample tasty treats from the vendors in the NEW Farmers’ Market! 

The cover charge remains an unbeatable $5.

RSVP to positivelypottstown@gmail.com. 

If your Pottstown business or organization would like to host a future Happy Hour, please get in touch. We are now booking events in 2012.

Carousel of Flavor & Murder Mystery Theater in downtown Pottstown today!

The region’s premier food festival – Carousel of Flavor – is taking place from noon to 4 pm in downtown Pottstown today. Last year over 4,000 people attended.

Head over to the 100 block of High Street and Smith Plaza in front of Borough Hall for food from local restaurants and caterers. There will be an expanded wine and beer garden so you can get mellow while enjoying music from 3 live bands, crafters, great food, friends, this absolutely gorgeous fall weather and, yes, even a clown. I’m getting there early to get some of Grumpy’s chowder – I heard it was a huge hit last year. Here’s a sampling of some other vendors… Tornetta’s, Bause-Landry Catering, Craft Ale House of Limerick, The Pour House…

Keep the fun going on your day of rest and walk a couple blocks to 245 High Street by 3 pm for the start of TriPAC’s production of  A Brush with Death: The Flossing of Chester Basil. It runs this weekend only so this is your last chance to catch this murder mystery that’s sure to be an interactive adventure for the whole family!

Pottstown’s 2nd Annual Open Doors set for Saturday, Sept. 10th

 

Penn Street skateboarders

 Pottstown will literally open its doors to the community this Saturday, September 10th for a cornucopia of commemorations, demonstrations, displays, games, trolley rides, give-aways and more.

Come to downtown Pottstown for events from 11 am – 2 pm. The opening ceremony will feature the Pottstown Middle School Jazz Band at Smith Plaza at 11 am.

Afterwards, you can stroll around town and stop in at the Public Library, Tri-PAC, The Gallery on High, Pottsgrove Manor, The Carousel, Pottstown Karate Club, High Street Music, Farmers’ Market, Genesis Housing, MOSAIC Community Land Trust, PDIDA and the Hill School Art Gallery, to name just a few. There are all the restaurants and merchants too!

Then… Go to Pottstown High School from 2-5pm for more activities, food and fun. There will be over 30 organizational informational tables, displays of police, fire and military equipment, free entertainment, free food, a display of classic cars.

At 7 pm, the varsity football team will take on Pennwood (admission will be charged.)

Check out a more detailed, tentative schedule recently posted by Pottstown.Patch.com. And you can also find out about all the activities by checking out The Mercury’s new Open Doors blog. Last year’s Open Doors was a remarkably positive day for the entire community, and that spirit carried over to many events throughout the past year. Thanks to the many, many volunteers – being led by John Armato and Erika Hornburg-Cooper – who make this day possible.

County’s Small Business Assistance Fund seeks to retain/expand jobs

Mr. Ken Klothen, Director of Economic Development for Montgomery County will be meeting tomorrow with members of the TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce and facilitating a seminar on the County’s Small Business Assistance Fund (SBAF). Downtown business owners have also been invited to attend.

The Small Business Assistance Fund is intended to help businesses retain jobs, expand jobs or begin operations, especially in central business districts. The program will provide low-interest financing for a portion of the costs of land, building, capital equipment, and working capital to businesses unable to fully finance these costs through non-public, commercial sources.

For more information, see the County webpage here and contact: 

Ken Klothen, Director of Economic Development
kklothen@montcopa.org
610-278-3020
 

Crafters wanted for Super Sundays

Do you have a hobby or a craft where you make something that you’d like to sell to the world? Check out this Crafter Call!

Pottstown’s Downtown Improvement District Authority, also known as PDIDA (puh-dee-da), is holding four Super Sundays throughout the fall/early winter to attract shoppers to new and long-standing businesses downtown. They are looking for crafters who want to set up a table and sell their stuff.

Dates are:  Sept. 18, Oct. 23, Nov. 27 and Dec. 18 

12 noon to 4PM

Contact Sheila Dugan for details at 610 310-9339 
$10 entry fee per event or $25 for all.  

 Free your inner artist and make some $$, too!

 

 

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