Five Things You Need To Know Today

A variety of events are headed for Pottstown. Mark your calendars for the following activities in and around town: 

• The -- a seven-day, 113-mile guided paddle from Schuylkill Haven to Philadelphia -- will arrive in Pottstown on June 8. So far, roughly 230 folks, 100 kayaks and canoes are expected to participate in the event. To learn more, visit schuylkillriver.org.

• The Pottstown Library, 500 E High Street, will hold a Back Door Used Book Sale from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 10.

• is hosting a block party at 1420 Heather Place in Pottstown from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 11. The event will include food, drinks, music, pony rides and clowns. To learn more, visit http://www.upperpottsgrovetownship.org or call 610-326-8450.

• The 2nd Annual Jack Schaeffer Beef N Beer will be held at 144 W Schuylkill Road in Pottstown from 6 to 10 p.m. June 18. Cost is $20 per person. For details, visit http://www.norcofireco.org or call 610-323-3263. 

• Plans are underway for Pottstown Open Doors II. The Sept. 10th event will include free food, school supplies, trolley rides, a military display, moon bounce and other activities. Check back at Pottstown Patch for updates and details.