Let Me Introduce Myself

Hi Everyone, I'm Alex, nice to meet you. I'm going to be keeping you up to date about what's going on "Around Phoenixville." My plan is to post every week about what cool things are happening, and also give a little follow up on the cool, or uncool events from the previous week. Each week I'm going to pick one Featured Event that I'm planning on attending and make sure I tell you how it went. Then give you a run down of the things I'm aware of that are happening in 19460.

(Insert catch phrase here),
Alex







This Week's Featured Event:



This Saturday I'm going to Joe's All American Pub for their Punk-a-rama Roadshow. A night of acoustic music featuring all your punk favorites stripped down acoustic style. starts at 10:00 pm and should be fun. Also I'm looking forward to having some of their awesome wings. Saturday 10pm at Joe's 519 Kimberton Rd, in Kimberton. Across from the Sly Fox, It's a free show so come out if you're looking for some fun on Saturday.


Also Happening this weekend:


Friday:
- At the Phoenixville Moose Lodge Molly Rhythm, The Breaks, Alright Jr and boog are playing. Free for members and qualified guests. starts at 9.

- And The Pickering Creek Inn has Sidney Joseph & the Organic Reverb

- Molly Maguires has Fish Out Of Water a Party Cover Band.

Saturday:

- Local Dub is at The Pickering Creek Inn

- And the aforementioned Punk-a-rama at Joes.

- Down the road a bit in Spring City Trespass a Genesis tribute band is playing at Chaplin's Music Cafe at 8:00 $25 at the door.

Time to move on...

Loyal readers and fellow Phoenixville residents. I started this blog 6.5 years ago as a way to keep myself, and you, up to date with what was happening in our fine town. At the time, The Phoenix was the only other news source in town and the ability to find articles on their site was poor at best. My idea for Around Phoenxiville was to provide you not only with current and upcoming events but also a place for people to see a sort of archive of events that have been held. Through the site, I have had the chance to meet a number of the movers and shakers in town and have been asked to sit on a number of different committees and for that I am very grateful. But mostly I am thankful to the many of you who have sent me events over the years so that I could keep the community up to date. Without you, this site never would have taken off.

Over the past year or so, you surely will have noticed the frequency of my posts has dropped considerably. Family and work commitments have unfortunately made this site an after thought, something I do not foresee changing in the near future. It is with this in mind that I have decided to reach out and see if there are any of you who would like to take the reins and continue what I have started. With over 1000 facebook followers and 1000s of hits a month, its clear that even with sites like the Patch there are people out there who still use the site as a resource, and that's with fewer and fewer updates each month. I think with some fresh blood and a renewed enthusiasm, the site could easily get back to where it was.

My preference would be to bring someone on who would continue the site in its current form. However, if someone (individual or business) would like to take it in a completely different direction I'd be open to discussing this with them as well. My hope, in either case, is that the site does not just fade away as a number of other local blogs have done over the years. One thing to note up front, this site has never been a revenue generator besides a few bucks a month I get from the Google Ads. As such, anyone willing to help out would be doing so on a volunteer basis.

If you are interested, please contact me at info@bridgeandmain.com.

Thanks.

Jim

Comedy Appreciation Night Rings in the New Years at PJ Ryans

This Thursday night, PJ Ryan's Pub will be hosting a Comedy Appreciation Night showcasing local and national comedians.

PHILADELPHIA AREA COMICS CONVENE TO BRING IN NEW YEAR!

Continuing in the tradition of hubs outside of comedy meccas such as Los Angeles and New York, the Philadelphia comedy scene continues to grow and gain national recognition. On January 3, 2013, nationally recognized comedian Chris Coccia brings together some of the areas best talent - from award winning, recognized comics such as Chris Rich to up and coming talents like LaTice – both of whom have been on The View.

“We have been growing the talent scene right here in Phoenixville by showcasing Comedy Nights the first Thursday of every month at PJ Ryan’s Pub. Our Comedy Appreciation Night on January 3 is going to be awesome – we have some of the funniest comics around joining us like John Kensil, Chip Chantry and Vince Valentine – just to name a few,” explains Coccia. “It’s exciting to see the momentum these shows have had both for the audience and the comics. We’re looking forward to a really fun evening.”

This year’s Comedy Appreciation Night at PJ Ryan's Pub features recognized local and national talent including host Chris Coccia, Chip Chantry, Chris Rich, LaTice, Marc Kaye, John Kensil, Jared Bilsky, Andy Nolan and Vince Valentine.

The laughs begin Thursday, January 3, 2013 at 8:00 P.M. You can find more information about this event at www.facebook.com/PJRyansComedy.

Oldies Dance This Saturday Night

This Saturday, December 29th, the Polish American Citizens Club will be hosting an Oldies Dance featuring the music of Shake, Rattle & Soul. The concert, which will be from 8-11pm, will feature hits from the 50s, 60s and 70s and the cover charge is just $5.

The Polish American Citizens Club is located at 328 High Street.

Shake, Rattle & Soul

Local Business Spotlight: Well Living Thrift Store

Well Living Thrift Store is a family owned and operated thrift store located at 1228 Egypt Rd in Oaks. From their website:

We opened November 1st, 2012. Our goal is not to be another store in your neighborhood but we want to be connected to you personally. We want to know you by name, by face and become friends! If you have any questions you can email us, or even call us ANYTIME! We even listed our personal cellphone number for you to reach for any reason!

Currently we hold thousands of items in areas of Men and Women's Apparels, shoes, books, accessories, furnatures, gym equipments, Movies, dvds, cds, electronics, home equipments, antiques, artworks, collectables... there are just so much to list down I just have not enough time!

Between now and December 29th, Well Living will be holding a 50% off sale on everyting in the store. Hours are 10am-7pm Monday through Friday and 10am-6pm on Saturdays (they are closed on Sundays). For more information, visit them online at welllivingthrift.com or give them a call at (484)392-7032.

SCA Hosting Annual Holiday Luminaria This Saturday Night

The Schuylkill Canal Association will be hosting its annual Holiday Luminaria this Saturday, December 15th, from 6-9pm.

Come see the most spectacular light show of the holiday season, hundreds of luminary candles lining the towpath up to the house.

As if stepping back in time to a Dickens’ holiday scene, come inside to enjoy the beautifully decorated house, sing along with the joyful music played by Meadowlark and visit with Santa Claus between 6:30 & 7:30 PM with your little ones.

Partake in holiday treats and hot cider and join in with SCA as we toast our friends with best wishes for a safe and happy holiday season.

New to the Luminaria this year will be luminary bags, pre-assembled and ready to take home. These bags will be offered for a minimal donation of $1.00/bag; $5.00/6 bags. A SCA volunteer will be stationed outside the Locktenders House for those who wish to take advantage of this offer.

The Luminaria is cancelled only if there is a steady downpour of rain. The magnificent light display is even more mystical if there is a slight drizzle, misty fog or a few inches of snow truly creating a beautiful holiday scene.

All are welcome, a donation of $1 or more will be gladly accepted. Ample parking is available at Lock 60.

Holiday Ladies Night Out on Main Street

This Thursday, from 6-9pm, women are invited downtown for another Main Street Ladies Night Out:

It's time for another Main Street LNO! This time it's Holla-day Style!
Thursday December 13 from 6pm -9pm
All of your favorite Main Street businesses will open their doors, bottles of wine, and their discount bins for a night of shopping, eating, drinking and fun!
Also, we will be giving out "Wish Lists" that you can fill out in each shop, then pass along to your guy (we all know they need help!)

Also, to give those guys a leg up, we are hosting a Main Street Guy's Shopping Night on December 20! We'll give them beer, chips, free gift wrapping, free advice, and we'll play nothing but Led Zep, Motley Crue and Guns N Roses to make sure they're comfortable! Tell all your friends husbands! 6pm-9pm

For more info check out the facebook event page or call LuLu Boutique at 610-933-1852