Forge Theatre Presents "The Importance of Being Earnest"

Christopher Latzke (left) as Algernon, and Kristin Krikorian (right) as Cecily in Forge Theatre’s “The Importance of Being Earnest”

Beginning February 26th, the Forge Theatre will be presenting Oscar Wilde's "The Importance of Being Earnest".

What happens when two pretty young girls both fall in love with men they believe to be named Ernest? Will they learn that a rose by any other name still smells as sweet?

Forge Theatre in Phoenixville presents "The Importance of Being Earnest" by Oscar Wilde. This delightfully witty, light-hearted romp through high society follows the antics of two bachelors trying to win their ladies’ hearts by earnestly pretending to be Ernest.

Performances of this frothy comedy are February 26 and 27 at 8pm; March 7 at 2pm; March 5 ,6, 11, 12 and 13 at 8pm at Forge Theater, 241 First Avenue, Phoenixville. Tickets are $12 (ages 18 and under, $10). For reservations, call 610-935-1920. Further information: http://ForgeTheatre.org/.

The cast includes: Steve Carrasco, David Cashell, John Corr, Nancy Dolan, Spencer Gates, Gay Hoyle, Kristen Krikorian, Chris Latzke and Heather Reese. (See below for hometown information.*)

Forge Theater
241 First Avenue
Phoenixville, PA 19453

Reservations: 610-935-1920.

Info: http://www.ForgeTheatre.org/.

*Home town information for the cast:
Steve Carrasco - Spring City, David Cashell - Springfield, John Corr - Phoenixville, Nancy Dolan - Pottstown, Spencer Gates - Paoli, Gay Hoyle - Phoenixville, Kristen Krikorian - Sounderton, Chris Latzke - Philadelphia, Heather Reese - Pottstown

Two Upcoming Events to Help Support Mom's House of Greater Philadelphia

Mom's House, a free daycare for single parents attending school full time, is having two fundraisers in the next month.

February 16, 2010 - Iron Hill Give 20% Fundraiser. On that night, Iron Hill will donate 20% of all food purchases to Mom's House. Patrons will need to bring a coupon to Iron Hill which can downloaded here.

March 21, 2010 - Miles for Moms 5k and family fun run. Information for this will be available on their site shortly.

The Handcrafted Cookie Company Raising Money For Mom's House

Each quarter, The Hand Crafted Cookie Company chooses a local organization whose work they believe is important to make a donation to. For the first quarter of 2010, they have chosen Mom's House on Church St. They will make a donation of 5% of all sales, up to $500, plus whatever amount their customers donate during that time. Last quarter, they raised $536 for PACS and, the quarter before, $594 for Citizen Advocacy of Chester County. They have set a goal of at least $600 for this quarter. So stop in, have some great cookies and help a good cause in the process!

PACS’ Annual Murder Mystery Comedy Dinner Show and Auction To Be Held Friday, March 26th

Tickets are Available Now for PACS’ Annual Murder Mystery Comedy Dinner Show and Auction

What could be more fun than a special evening of laughter, drama and mystery??

Make plans now to attend the 3^rd Annual Murder Mystery dinner show to benefit Phoenixville Area Community Services (PACS) slated for Friday, March 26.  You will be treated to an enjoyable evening of food and entertainment, where you take part in solving the "crime."

"Theatre of Horror," performed by actors from Phoenixville’s Forge Theatre, is set in a dinner to announce the new schedule for "Style Theatre Company," a repertory theater group which has seen better days.  Unfortunately, at this celebration someone is murdered!  There will be mystery, drama and lots of laughs!  During the investigation, audience members participate by questioning suspects, examining clues and figuring out motives.  And whoever solves the crime wins a prize!

Ticket price is $75 per person and includes hors d’oeuvres, sit down dinner with a choice of chicken, fish or vegetarian meals, non-alcoholic beverages and the show.  A cash bar will be available.

PACS will also host a silent auction of exciting theme baskets.  One basket includes a weekend getaway.  Another popular basket features tickets to a Penn State football game, tailgate lunch and other theme extras.  Whether you enjoy improving your golf score, dining out in Phoenixville, a little pampering or fun for the kids – you’ll find a basket to bid on that is perfect for you!

Please buy your tickets now to reserve your seats for Friday, March 26, 2010 at RiverCrest Golf Club and Preserve, 100 Golf Club Drive, Phoenixville, PA.  The "celebration" begins at 6:00 p.m.

Proceeds benefit PACS’ charitable mission – connecting Phoenixville area residents with community resources and emergency assistance.

For information and tickets, contact PACS at 610-933-1105 or development@pacsphx.org.

Downtown News

Recently, Barry Cassidy started a blog appropriately titled Downtown Phoenixville News. Last week he posted a number of items concerning businesses on Bridge Street.

Specialty Wine Store to open in Phoenixville's Downtown

Through the efforts of State Representative Paul Drucker it seems that the State LCB will open a specialty wine store in downtown Phoenixville. In a meeting called by State Representative Drucker on Friday LCB real estate professionals mulled over the options for the store.
The store will carry high end specialty wines like the store to open in center city at 11th and Market Streets.
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The sites under consideration at this time include the proposed new development in the 100 block and two sites in the 200 block.

Bakery to locate in the downtown

a new bakery selling artisan breads will be opening in the near future down by iron hill where the tile place was located. in the past few days there has been a flurry of activity concerning renting retail space on the street. There is a lot of interest in what is soon to be the former earth mart space. it was a toss up with the bakery for that space but finally the man settled on the spot on the 100 block.

the 6 -12 store is in the process of moving into the space next to steel city.

Local Preschool to Host Family Fun Fair On Saturday, February 6th

Stepping Stone Education Center, 400 Franklin Ave. Suite 250, Phoenixville, invites the community to a Family Fun Fair on Saturday, February 6th, 2010, from 10AM to 2PM. The fair will feature hands-on science demonstrations by High Touch-High Tech®. There will also be a silent auction, games, crafts, face painting, hoagies and pizza. For more information please call 610-933-7710.

Stepping Stone Education Center offers full time childcare from 6 weeks to 6 year olds with a variety of preschool classes and kindergarten enrichment. Additional information regarding the school can be found at www.SteppingStoneEducation.org or calling 610-933-7710.

High Touch-High Tech® offers unique programs designed to stimulate the imagination and curiosity of children in the sciences. More information regarding High Touch-High Tech® is at www.hightouch-hightech.com.

Help a local help others

Fellow Phoenixville resident Christine McKaig will be participating in the St. Anthony's Triathalon to help raise money for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's (LLS) Team In Training (TNT) program. From her email:

Hi All - I hope everyone is having a great new year! I have made the commitment to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's (LLS) Team In Training (TNT) program, to help ensure that strides are taken to defeat cancer. I am raising money for LLS and in turn training for my first official Triathlon, and an Olympic distance one at that (0.9 mi swim, 25 mi bike, 6.2 mi run). I have committed to raising $4,600 before my triathlon on April 25th – I want to exceed my goal to allow for more money to directly serve our local patients. All of us in TNT are training and fundraising to help stop leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin lymphoma and myeloma from taking more lives. I have joined the fight against blood cancers, and want more than anything to find cures for all cancers!

I was sure that Team in Training was the right organization for me when I heard that 75% of the money raised goes directly to fund research, patient advocacy, and patient services. I have attached the link to my website where you can donate on-line using a credit card. I recognize that we are in the midst of hard financial times, but remember that no donation is too small and all will be greatly appreciated! Many companies offer matching gift programs, so please let me know if your company is one of them. Also, all donations are tax-deductible.

Thank you in advance for your generosity! Be sure to check my website frequently to see my progress!

http://pages.teamintraining.org/epa/anttry10/cmckaig