The 24th Annual Pottstown Rumble Volleyball Tournament

Info from MOMENTUM One Good Thing Leads To Another Pottstown, PA Issue 5 Spring 2015
http://www.paidinc.org/momentum/Momentum-Spring-2015-Final__2_.pdf
2015 marks the 200th anniversary of the Borough of Pottstown’s incorporation.
Community events are planned throughout the spring and summer to celebrate
the bicentennial. For a full list of events, visit the Borough’s Bicentennial page
at www.pottstown.org /. 610-970-6500
Community Days
Saturday, June 13, 12 to 8 p.m., Memorial Park
Gather at the island located inside the park for food, entertainment, music, crafts and fun for all ages. Enjoy the Bicentennial photo booth with
your friends and family and take home a free picture.
• 12 to 4 p.m.: Bounce House for ages 3 to 12
The Pottstown 4th of July parade begins at 10:15 .
• 1 to 3 p.m.: Strolling Performances by the Magical Illusions of Kyle and Kelly; live music by Country singer/songwriter Kendal Conrad
• 3:30 to 7:30 p.m.: Sly Fox Biergarten with proceeds benefiting The Carousel of Pottstown
• 5 to 7:30 p.m.: Hillbilly Shakespeare-Indie Rock, Country, Blues band
Saturday, July 18, 12 to 8 p.m., Riverfront Park
Check out RiverFront Park for family-friendly entertainment. The photo booth will be available again throughout the day for you to take home a
picture as a souvenir. Enjoy crafts, food and music
• 3:30 to 7:30 p.m.: Sly Fox Biergarten with proceeds benefiting The Carousel of Pottstown
• 5 to 7 p.m.: Enjoy live music from Latin band De Tierra Caliente. Performer Bronson Tennis is joined by Puerto Rican percussionist and Philly
Salsa icon Edwin “Papa Buda” Rosado.
Saturday, August 15: Memorial Park, 12 to 8 p.m.
Stop by the island next to Manatawny Creek for a day of fun, food, crafts and other entertainment. Visit the Bicentennial photo booth and take
home a souvenir.
• 12 to 4 p.m.: Bounce house for ages 3 to 12
• 3:30 to 7:30 p.m.: Sly Fox Biergarten with proceeds benefiting The Carousel of Pottstown
• 5 to 7:30 p.m.: The Boogie Dogs, Rock cover band performing hit songs from the 60s, 70s and 80s
Wednesday Concert Series
Enjoy free, family-friendly entertainment and music at Memorial Park this summer. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs!
• Wednesday, July 8, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.: The Boogie Dogs perform Classic Rock cover songs from the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Rain date: July 19
• Wednesday, July 22, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.: The Cat’s Pajamas, “refreshing family music with quirky style” will perform. Rain date: August 5
Pottstown Half Marathon
• Saturday, July 11, 7 a.m.: Register at https://www.pretzelcitysports.com/onlineform1.php?id=600. Presented by Pottstown Memorial Medical
Center and Sly Fox Track Club.
• Price is $70 if registered by July 1. Registration is $80 on race day.
Manatawny Greeen Mini Golf - 1st Annual School’s Out Tournament
Ages 12 & Under, Saturday, June 20, 9 AM, $6/golfer. 610-970-6607 to register, space limited.
The 24th Annual Pottstown Rumble Volleyball Tournament, June 25 through 28,
Memorial Park
Online registration will be available at https://pottstownrumble. com in May.
For more info, visit https://pottstownrumble.com.
Thursday, June 25: Misty May-Treanor’s Dream in Gold Clinic
Friday, June 26: Tune-up session for adults with three-time Rumble Champions Hudson Bates and Mark Burik; Juniors
Doubles Tournament; Friday night registration for adults
Saturday, June 27: Men and Women’s Doubles (Divisions: Pro, AA, A, BB, B)
Sunday, June 28: Co-ed Doubles
(Divisions AA, A, BB, B); Gender Blind Quads (Divisions AA, A, BB, B); Juniors Quads (18 & Under, 16 & Under, 14 &
Under, 12 and Under)
4th Annual Downtown Pottstown Sidewalk Sale, Saturday, July 18
Eat Like a Local #eatlunchlikealocal, Smith Family Plaza, June 19, July 17, August 21
Contact Sheila Dugan, 610-323-5400, www.downtownpottstown.org, sheiladugan@comcast.net
Nostalgia Nights on High Street
Pottstown Classics Car Club & Pottstown’s Bicentennial Celebration are joining forces to help celebrate 200 Years of Pottstown
Pride! Nostalgia Nights on High St. and at Smith Family Plaza at The Borough Hall for more family-friendly fun: 5-9 PM.
Saturday June 6 Saturday July 4 Saturday August 1 Saturday September 5 www.pottstownclassics.com.
Pottsgrove Manor
Now through Sun., Nov. 8th during regular museum hours: Pride of Place - The Local Legacy of the Potts Family
In 2015, The Borough of Pottstown celebrates its 200th anniversary. By the time of its incorporation in 1815, the town's namesake, John Potts, was long gone, but the legacy of the Potts family lived on in the region. This exhibit will highlight the contributions of later generations of the Potts family to local history - and to preserving Pottsgrove Manor itself.
The “Pride of Place” exhibit can also be viewed during a guided tour of Pottsgrove Manor during regular museum hours through
November 8th: Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00am to 4:00pm and Sunday from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Tours begin on the
hour. The last tour of the day begins at 3:00pm. There is a $2.00 per person suggested donation for the tour.
Pottstown’s 2015 Tuesdays in the Park 5K Series and Kids Fun Run
brought to you by Chester County Running Store and Pottstown Parks and Recreation
June 16 ; and July 21
Location: Schuylkill River Trail at Riverfront Park – 140 College Drive, Pottstown, PA
Time: 7:00 PM 5K Divisions: 12 and under; 13-15, 16-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60 and up.
Kid’s Fun Run: Kids fun mile for ages 10 and under starts 6:45 PM. Free Entry! Ribbons for all participants. No pre-registration
required
Entry: $40 for full, 3-race series. Includes free race visor.
$15 entry fee per individual race with pre-registration
$20 entry fee per individual race on day of the event
No pre-registraion for Kids Fun Runs.
Course Info: A fast, flat, out and back on the paved Schuylkill River Trail.
Awards: Gift Certificates to the Chester County Running Store for overall male and overall female winners. Also, 1st , 2nd, and
3rd medals and Store discounts in all divisions .
Register at www.runccrs.com
Free Public Fun Fitness Events at Pottstown Athletic Club
Pottstown Athletic Club / CrossFit Pottstown along with Pottstown Brick House will host Fun Fitness Events for 2015, these events
will be free and open to the public followed by a Brick House Breakfast (these events are Free, however the breakfast is on you.)
All of these events are encouraging the whole family to participate – everything is scaled to the participants ability, kids can ride
their bikes alongside Mom and Dad running – there is a great time to be had by all! Look forward to seeing you there.
27 June 2015 - 4th Annual Summer River Run – starts at 8:00 am, Roughly 5 K run with 6 fitness stations along the way. Family friendly event - all stations are scalable to anyone’s capability. Followed by Breakfast at The Brick House!
4th Annual Kacey 5K
A flat and fast out-and-back run on the Schuylkill River Trail In memory of Kacey Rose Mitchell benefitting a very worthy cause.
All race proceeds go to helping families fighting pediatric cancer.
June 6th 2015 Riverfront Park, 140 College Drive, Pottstown PA
Registration: 7:30-8:45 AM
Race Start:
9:00 AM
Cost:
$20 before June 1st $25 June 1st to race day
Register online: www.active.com (search “Kacey Rose”)
Amenities:
T-shirts for all participants while supplies last, Post Race Refreshments and Snacks. Awards and Cash Prizes
Free Kids Quarter Mile Fun Run (register race-day only) 8:45 AM
For More Info: Karounos@pobox.com<i class="alert">For security reasons, you must enable JavaScript to view this E-mail
address.</i> or www.Doitforyourcause.com WWW.KACEYROSE.ORG
Summer Adventure Programs with Pottstown
Parks and Recreation.
Are you ready for the Summer? Our Summer Camps are the
solution! Registration opens May 1, 2015! We are excited to
offer another summer of quality youth programming through Parks and Recreation and Pottstown School District. We have
provided accommodations for multiple registration options to meet the varied schedules of each family. Registration is
available for children ages 5 - 12 (completed Pre K and/or not to exceed entering 6th grade) for all programs. Please
see the website for the full line up of camps.
This year’s full day program will be held at Lincoln Elementary School located at 461 N. York Street. Expect fun-filled days
of sports, games, arts and crafts. Some afternoon activities include swimming at the North End Swim Club, Fountain of
Youth Spray Park, bowling, Ringing Rocks Roller Rink, a trip to the movies and visits to Pottstown’s Manatawny Green
Miniature Golf Course and more!
Registration/Fees: Enrollment is not guaranteed until registration fee is paid in full All summer adventurers pay a
one-time registration & swimming fee as indicated below
$40 single registration fee per camper, $35 sibling registration fee for each additional child registered from the same
household.
There is a onetime $35 summer swimming fee due the first week of camp for all campers.
Some field trips require additional fees.
Full day registration only the last week of camp – August 17-August 21, 2015
Summer Adventure Full Days June 22 – August 21 (no program July 3rd)
The Summer Adventure program offers full days of summer fun Monday through Friday. We offer many options to accommodate your schedule - you can register for the full week, the same 3 days, or the same 2 days —see our pricing below. The full-day program includes breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack, two weekly weather-permitting trips to the North
End Swim Club, Adventure Program t-shirt and an afternoon field trip to a local destination usually on Friday. Our full-day
program runs 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Additional charges are applicable for early drop-off and late pick-up. Some field trips
are only available at an additional cost.
5 full days - $95 resident, $105 non-resident
3 full days - $75 resident, $78 non-resident
2 full days - $50 resident, $53 non-resident
Summer Adventure Half-Days June 22 - August 14 (no program July 3rd)
Summer Adventure also offers half-day sessions and pricing. Our half day morning program will be held at Rupert Elementary School located at 1230 South Street. You can register for half-day AM from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. Our program includes breakfast and lunch as well as an Adventure Program T-Shirt.
Half-Day AM - Full Week: $50
Half-Day AM, Per Day: $10
Early Drop-off and Late Pick-up – full day program only
For an additional $10 per week, summer adventurers can be dropped off as early as 7:30 and picked up as late as 5:30pm.
Counselor in Training Program:The Counselor In Training Program is designed to train youths who have completed 7th10th grades (13-15 year olds) - who are too old for camp but too young for paid employment- to assist the Summer Adventure Camp Staff with activities, games and crafts. C.I.T. positions are seasonal, non-paid, volunteer positions and will operate with our half day programming. Placements are limited. A recommendation letter from a teacher is needed along with
the completed application to be considered for a C.I.T. position. The deadline for applications is June 10, 2015.
Registration Information
For registration information, visit the Borough of Pottstown online at www.pottstown.org. You will find registration materials
under the Parks and Recreation Dept. menu. You can also get more information by calling Parks and Rec. at 610-9706618.
Vacation Bible School Programs
Summer Camps
Gospel Light’s National Park (vacation bible School) 1st Baptist Church 301 King St|
June 22-26, 6:00-8:30pm ( light meal for whole family served at 6:00)
Sponsored by Zion’s UCC, St Paul’s UCC, 1st Baptist and Christ Episcopal Zion’s 610-323-3637
Victory Christian Life Center Vacation Bible School, 28-30 N. Washington St (484-941-0693)
July 20-24, Ages: 5-12 years old, 6-8:30pm, (6:00 light dinner served for children)
First Presbyterian Church, Inter-generational Bible School,, 760 N. Evans (610-326-0620)
ALL AGES Thurs, July 9, 16, 23, Aug 6
with outings on Aug 1stthto Kirkwood-Brainerd Camp
Aug 14 , Zoo Snooze at Elmwood Park Zoo (Cost to be determined for zoo overnight stay)
First Presbyterian Church, Mission Mornings ( Middle School), 760 N. Evans (610-326-0620)
Aug 3-7, M-TH 9-1:oopm, Fri 9-3:00pm (pool party) Middle school students volunteer to help around
Pottstown
Trinity Reformed United Church of Christ, Youth Mission Week, 60 N. Hanover St
Thurs. July 23, 5pm – Tues. July 28, 4pm, Ages: 6th – 12th grades (610-326-2243)
Volunteers working in Pottstown (home repairs, community outreach, “rule of life”)
Pottstown Church of the Nazarene, Vacation Bible School, 1045 Beech St. (610 323-8926)
June 17th – 19th
Ages 4 – 12 6:15 – 8:30 Please contact Paula at 610-582-2366
Chesmont Church of Christ, Vacation Bible School, 699 N. Pleasantview Rd (610-970-1630)
June 14th-17th
Coventry Church of the Brethren, Vacation Bible School, corner of E. Cedarville & Keim St (610-3265426)
July 26th – 31st, 6:00pm-8:30pm ages: 4yrs – 8th grade
Berean Bible Church, Vacation Bible School, 2675 E. High St, (610-326-8794)
July 20th - 24th, 6:30pm – 9:00pm, ages: Kindergarten – 6th grade
Saint Aloysius RCC, 233 Beech St (610-326-5877)
Summer Camp, Full day 9am – 4pm, ages: 4-14 yrs old, June 15th – Aug 14th A nine week program,
sign up for one week or all nine. Cost varies with participation and activities. Before and aftercare available for an extra fee. For more information call 610-326-6167 or jhildenbrand@saintaloysius.net.
YMCA Summer Camp June 15-August 21, 610-323-7300 philaymca.org/locations/pottstown/camp,
YWCA Summer Camp, 610-323-1888, www.ywcatricountyarea.org
Parks & Rec Summer Adventure Camp Full Days June 22-August 21; Half Days June 22-August 14, (no
program 7/3) www.pottstown.org, 610-970-6608 or 610-970-6618
Olivet Boys and Girls Club, 640 Beech St, Pottstown, PA 19464, 484-945-1020, www.olivetbgc.org/
pottstownlocation.htm
SUMMER STYLE Games! Food! Fun! All children & youth welcome!
Thursdays @ 6:30pm -8pm JULY 9 - AUGUST 6 (5 WEEKS) Rolling Hills, Bright Hope, Ricketts Center
David Charles performing live
*registration required
*Free sack meals & snacks provided with signed form.
*Sack dinner & snacks are for children & youth only. For more information: 484-374-8754, lisah@operationbp.org ,
Summer 2015 Parks & Rec Programs: All classes require pre-registration for participation.
Payment is due infull two weeks prior to class start date or at time of registration if registering late. Payments must be made to the Parks
& Recreation office. Please do not expect to pay instructors at the start of class. Students will be refused participation
if fees are not paid before the start of class. Classes will not be pro -rated. Call to register 610-970-6618
Judo Classes for Children and Adults any Skill Level
Instructor: Fred Eddinger, 4th Degree Black Belt
Times: 6:15-7:00 pm for ages 8-12
7:00-8:15 pm ages 13 and up
Dates: Mondays and Thursdays beginning JUNE 1 – JULY 30, 8 weeks-16 classes
Location: Rupert Elementary 1230 South St.
Cost: $65 Residents / $70 Nonresidents
Judo courses teach the fundamentals of self-defense, discipline, and self-confidence. Focus is placed on learning
the proper application of throwing and grappling techniques in a safe and supportive environment. Advanced students have routinely participated in local tournaments. Judo is a great physical activity that any member of the
family can enjoy, and many families sign up to attend classes together. Instructors are nationally certified coaches
with a combined teaching experience of over 50 years. Don’t miss this chance to build confidence and participate
in an active healthy-living sport
Youth Soccer Sampler
Instructor: Manny Paez
Parks and Recreation is trying something new! Join us for a Co-Ed youth soccer sampler! The soccer sampler is geared towards children ages 4-10, 5 sessions on Saturday mornings running from May 16 through June 13, 2015 at
Memorial Park, field # 2
4-5 year olds – 9:00am
6-7 year olds – 10:00am
8-10 year olds – 11:00am
Coach Manny will be working on developing new skills and honing existing ones, so whether you are a beginner or have been
playing soccer, this is a program for you! We would like to turn this into a future league for the young ones to get them ready
for MS and HS soccer down the road; help us do that by giving it a try! The session will be $30 for the 5 weeks and will include
a t-shirt. Call Parks and Rec to register at (610) 970-6618
American Girl Lunch Experience in NYC!
Treat your daughter, niece, or granddaughter to the American girl doll experience! Lunch will be at 11:00, the rest of the time
is yours to shop the store, book an appointment at the Doll Hair salon, or walk around elsewhere in the Big Apple! Don’t forget to bring your doll too!
** Don’t want to visit the American Girl Store? Spend the day on your own in NYC! Enjoy some NYC tourism, shop ‘til you
drop, or enjoy a “ME” day without the hassle of driving!
Whatever your reason, spend the day with us in ‘The City That Never Sleeps’!
Join us for the relaxed and fun-loving atmosphere of a Parks and Rec. trip to and from Manhattan. As usual we’ll provide entertainment to and from NYC, but what you do in The Big Apple once we arrive is completely up to you. Grab a friend or loved
one and go have an adventure!! Call Parks and Rec to reserve your spot now (610) 970-6618 ~ space is limited!
Saturday June 6th, depart from Pottstown HS parking lot at 8:00am. Return at 8:00pm. $65 per person/NO lunch
option $45
All 17 Philadelphia Museums now offer offer $2 admission to
ACCESS/EBT Cardholders!
Please note: Visiting cardholders must present their valid ACCESS Card and a matching photo ID to receive the discount. One
(1) ACCESS Card admits up to four (4) family members at a rate of $2 per person. Admission is to be paid by the visitor, not
through their EBT card. The ACCESS admission discount is not valid on special exhibitions or features, or with any other offers
or group rates. Below is a partial listing of Philadelphia area museums
Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
www.ansp.org | (215) 299-1000
1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19103 SEPTA Bus Routes 32, 33, 38 & 48
At the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, get face-to-face with towering dinosaurs, meet live animals, and
wander through a tropical garden filled with live butterflies .
The African American Museum in Philadelphia
www.aampmuseum.org | (215) 574-0380
701 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106 SEPTA Market Frankford Line and Bus Routes 17, 33, 44, 47, 48 & 61
Founded in 1976, AAMP is the first institution funded and built by a major municipality to preserve, interpret and exhibit the
heritage of African Americans.
The Barnes Foundation
www.barnesfoundation.org | (215) 278-7200
2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19130
SEPTA Bus Routes 7, 32, 33, 38 & 48
Explore the world’s greatest collection of post-impressionist and early modern art with masterpieces by Renoir, Cézanne, Matisse, Picasso, Van Gogh, plus African sculpture, and more. With classes, tours, live musical performances, and family programs, there’s something for art lovers of all ages. A visit to the Barnes Arboretum in Merion is a wonderful way to extend your
experience of the Barnes Foundation’s legendary art collection on the Parkway. Venture a mere 8 miles to explore a 12-acre
hidden treasure filled with a magnificent living collection of rare plants and breathtaking blooms. If Albert Barnes expressed his
passion through art appreciation, his wife, Laura, expressed hers through the cultivation of the Arboretum and the establishment of the horticulture program, which is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year. Pack a picnic, stroll the grounds, and tap
new inspiration at the Barnes Arboretum. The Arboretum is open for the season May 1 – November 1, 2015, Fri-Sun,10am –
4pm. Free parking available
Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site
www.easternstate.org | (215) 236-3300
2027 Fairmount Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19130
SEPTA Bus Routes 7, 32, 33, 43 & 48
Eastern State Penitentiary was once the most famous and expensive prison in the world, but stands today in ruin, a haunting
world of crumbling cell blocks and empty guard towers.
Historic Christ Church and Christ Church Burial Ground
www.christchurchphila.org | (215) 922-1695
Christ Church: Second Street above Market | Christ Church Burial Ground: 5th and Arch Streets, Philadelphia, PA
19106SEPTA Market Frankford Line and Bus Routes: 5, 17, 33, 48, 57
Known as “The Nation’s Church” because of the famous Revolution-era leaders who worshiped and were buried here, including
Ben Franklin and Betsy Ross.
Independence Seaport Museum
www.phillyseaport.org | (215) 413-8655
211 South Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19106 SEPTA Bus Routes 21, 25, 33 & 42
The Independence Seaport Museum is the region’s primary repository of art, artifacts and archival materials from the Greater
Delaware Valley, Port of Philadelphia & other urban ports of the Delaware River.
Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania
www.morrisarboretum.org | (215) 247-5777
100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118 SEPTA Chestnut Hill Train and Bus Routes 97 & L
Spend time with family and friends exploring Morris Arboretum’s 92-acre lush and colorful gardens. Discover your favorite garden spaces and learn from 12,000 labeled plants, trees and flowers.
Mütter Museum of The College of Physicians of Philadelphia
www.muttermuseum.org | (215) 563-3737
19 South 22nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 All SEPTA Trolley Lines, and Bus routes 7, 9, 21, 31, 42, 44, 48, 62, 124 & 125
America’s finest museum of medical history, the Mütter Museum displays its collections of anatomical specimens, models and
medical instruments in a 19th century “cabinet museum” setting.
National Constitution Center
www.constitutioncenter.org | (215) 409-6700
525 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106 SEPTA Market Frankford Line and Bus Routes 38, 44 & 48
Step inside the Museum of We the People and be inspired by rare artifacts, interactive exhibits, theatrical performances, timely
conversations on current events, and more. Plus, don’t miss the iconic Signers’ Hall, featuring life-size bronze statues of the
Founding Fathers.
National Museum of American Jewish History
www.nmajh.org | (215) 923-3811
101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5th and Market Streets), Philadelphia, PA 19106
SEPTA Market Frankford Line and Bus Routes 17, 33, 38, 44, 48 & 57
Family-friendly and cutting-edge, NMAJH brings to life the 360-year history of Jews in America, tracing the stories of immigrants
becoming Americans. Enjoy hands-on, interactive displays, original films, historical documents, and fascinating artifacts — including Stephen Spielberg’s first camera, Hank Greenberg’s bat, and Irving Berlin’s piano.
*Children 12 and under are free
Penn Museum
www.penn.museum | (215) 898-4000
3260 South Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
SEPTA Trolley Lines 11, 13, 34, 36, Bus Routes 21, 42, 40 and Regional Rail Airport, Marcus Hook/Wilmington/Newark and Media/Elwyn Lines
Explore ancient Egypt and the mummies, Asia, Africa, the Americas, Mesopotamia and the ancient Mediterranean world at this
world-renowned museum. Enjoy gardens, shopping, and a café!
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
www.pafa.org | (215) 972-7600
118-128 N. Broad Street , Philadelphia, PA 19102
SEPTA Broad Street Line, Market Frankford Line and Bus Routes 4, 16, 27 & 48
Located in the heart of Center City, PAFA is the nation’s oldest Museum and School of Fine Arts, boasting a vast collection of
American art ranging from the 18th century to the present.
Philadelphia History Museum at the Atwater Kent
www.philadelphiahistory.org | (215) 685-4830
15 South 7th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106 SEPTA Market Frankford Line and Bus Routes 17, 33, 44, 47, 48 & 62
The Philadelphia History Museum showcases an array of historical objects, art, and artifacts that tell the story of Philadelphia, from
its founding in 1682 to the present day.
Philadelphia Museum of Art
www.philamuseum.org | (215) 763-8100
2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19130 SEPTA Bus Routes 7, 32, 38, 43 & 48
The Philadelphia Museum of Art is one of the greatest museums in America. Offering fun and educational programs for all ages,
the museum is an ideal place to spend time with friends and family looking at art.
Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens
www.phillymagicgardens.org | (215) 733-0390
1020 South Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147 SEPTA Bus Routes 23, 40 & 47
Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens is a mosaicked visionary art environment, gallery, and community arts center that provides access
to Isaiah Zagar’s unique mosaic art.
Please Touch Museum
www.pleasetouchmuseum.org | (215) 581-3181
4231 Avenue of the Arts, Philadelphia, PA 19131 SEPTA Bus Routes 38 & 40
The Please Touch Museum enriches the lives of children ages seven and younger by creating learning opportunities through play
enabling us to lay the foundation for a lifetime of learning and cultural awareness.
** Please note: ACCESS Cardholders of all
ages must also present a valid photo ID to receive the discount.
Philly Museums/May 2015
Contact:
Michilea Patterson
Fit for Life reporter
mpatterson@pottsmerc.com
24 N. Hanover St.
Pottstown PA 19464
610-970-4455
Fit for Life - A health and fitness initiative of the Pottstown Health and Wellness Foundation and The Mercury
Mosaic Community Land Trust Community Garden’s
3rd Annual Home Garden Contest
This year, the contest is bigger and better than ever with more than $2,500 in cash and gift card prizes! Also,
we have added a Junior Gardener category along with a Neighborhood Gardening category, our goal is to get
as many people as possible excited about gardening and growing their own food and to have at least 10 entries
for every category! The contest is open to all residents living in the borough.
Below is a link which can also be attached added to your website or posted on your Facebook page providing
more detail about the contest:
http://mosaicclt.org/2015/03/18/mosaic-community-land-trust-community-gardens-3rd-annual-garden-contest/
Thank you in advance for your support!
Laura Washington ,Garden Manager, Mosaic Community Land Trust, Community Gardens
ArtFusion
254 E. High Street,
Pottstown, PA 19464
Phone 610-326-2506
Fax 610-326-2507
www.artfusion19464.org
Where creativity is sparked, self-confidence built & friendships made.
Free Programs for Kids
Art and Clay Academies
Sponsored by The Greater Pottstown Foundation, these
fun classes offer students ages 8-12 a chance to explore
their creativity. Art Academy is a general arts exploration
class where students work with many different mediums,
and Clay Academy teaches students how to create with
clay.
Both programs begin Friday, June 26 from 1-2:30pm. Both
programs last 8 weeks. The application deadline is June 6.
It’s Elementary
Also sponsored by The Greater Pottstown Foundation, in
this program, students ages 8-12 will combine visual art
with writing. It’s Elementary begins Thursday, June 25 from
10:30am-noon for 6 weeks. The application deadline is
June 6.
Please note:
Spaces will be filled on a first come, first served basis.
While we encourage everyone who is interested to apply,
those students who qualify for free or reduced lunch and
those who have not attended a free program with us before
will be given priority.
We will accept applications until our deadline and then
make a determination of who has been accepted into our
programs.
Summer Art Enrichment Programs
ArtFusion’s free out-of-school-time programs are funded by The Greater Pottstown Foundation.
All classes are at 254 E. High St. in downtown Pottstown. TRANSPORTATION IS NOT PROVIDED.
While the program is free, each participant is required to pay a $15 registration fee, which also entitles
them to an ArtFusion kids membership. Memberships provide discounts on classes and parties for
one year. The registration fee is due when you are notified that you were accepted into the program
and is non-refundable.
Registration is on a first come, first served basis. There are a limited number of spaces available.
FREE LEARNING WEBSITES FOR KIDS
A list of some fun, educational and safe websites for
your child to visit and explore on those hot, summer days!
Nat Geo for Kids
www.kids.nationalgeographic.com
Learn all about geography and fascinating animals
Seussville www.seussville.com
Read, play games, and hang out with
Dr. Suess and his friends
ABC YA www.abcya.com
Practice math and reading skills all
while playing fun games
Fun Brain www.funbrain.com
Play games while practicing math and
reading skills
These questions may help you
to get a conversation started
with your child about their
school day...
PBS Kids www.pbskids.org
Hang out with your favorite characters
all while learning
Star Fall www.starfall.com
Practice your phonics skills with these
read along stories
Highlights Kids
www.highlightskids.com
Read, play games, and conduct cool
science experiments
Suggested Summer Reading
Elementary
Adventures of a South Pole Pig by Chris Kurtz
Attack of the Turtle by Drew Carlson
Bigger than a Bread Box by Laurel Snyder
Bridge to Terabithia by Kathleen Paterson
Capture the Flag by Kate Messner
Drizzle by Kathleen VanCleve
El Deafo by Cece Bell
EllRay Jakes is Not a Chicken by Sally Warner
From the Mixed-up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler by E.L. Konisgburg
George Washington’s Socks by Elvira Woodruff
The Great Serum Race: Blazing the Iditarod Trail by Debbie S. Miller
Hatchet by Gary Paulsen
1944: I Survived the Nazi Invasion by Lauren Tarshis
Ida B.. and Her Plans to Maximize Fun, Avoid Diaster, and
(Possibly) Save the World by Katherine Hannigan
James and the Giant Peach by Ronald Dahl
John Henry by Julius Lester
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis
Love That Dog by Sharon Creech
Masters of Disaster by Gary Paulsen
May B.: A Novel in Verse by Caroline Starr Rose
Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate DiCamillo
Moon Runner by Carolyn Marsden
The Mostly True Adventures of Homer P. Figg by Rodman Philbrick
The Night I Flunked My Field Trip by Henry Winkler
Night of the Twisters by Ivy Ruckman
No More Dead Dogs by Gordon Korman
No Talking by Andrew Clements
One Crazy Summer by Rita Williams-Garcia
Peter and the Starcatchers by Dave Barry
Poppy by Avi
Punished by David Lubar
Rain Reign by Ann M. Martin
Rump: The True Story of Rumplestiltskin by Liesl Shurtliff
Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes by Eleanor Coerr
Savvy by Ingrid Law
Shakespeare’s Secret by Elise Broach
Shelter Dogs: Amazing Stories of Adopted Strays by Peg Kehret
Shoeless Joe & Me: A Baseball Card Adventure by Dan Gutman
Stuart Little by E.B. White
The Right Word: Roget and His Thesaurus by Jen Bryant
Time for Andrew: A Ghost Story by Mary Downing Hahn
Tuck Everlasting by Natalie Babbitt
Who was Ben Franklin? by Dennis B. Fradin
Wild Girl by Patricia Reilly Giff
Young Fredle by Cynthia Voigt