Daily Local News (West Chester, PA)
Upcoming programs at Phoenixville Public Library
Join us at Phoenixville Public Library for “Ready, Steady, Go!: A Balance and Falls Prevention Presentation” on a new date, Monday, July 10, at 6:45 PM. Dr. Jeff Kurtz of Kinetic Physical Therapy will be the presenter. Did you know that one out of four older adults experiences a fall each year, and over 75% of all falls take place in or in close proximity to the home? Kinetic Physical Therapy’s presentation will discuss factors that leave you at a higher risk of falling. Learn about simple strategies to reduce your risk of falling and what you can do to live a safer lifestyle. Kinetic Physical Therapy, located in Phoenixville and other surrounding areas, is dedicated to getting you to improve your quality of life by improving the quality of movement. This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required at https://ccls. libcal.com/calendar/Phoenixville/falls-prevention or by calling 610-933-3013 x132. Dr. Kurtz will also offer free balance screenings at the Library starting at 5:30 PM on July 10, to the first 12 individuals who email him at jeffk@ kineticptpa.com. For more information on this event, email mpinto@ccls.org. Phoenixville Public Library is located at 183 Second Ave.
Virtual Book Club
The Phoenix Book Club, Phoenixville Public Library’s virtual book discussion group for adults of all ages, will meet next on Monday, July 10, at 7:00 PM. The group will discuss Thrity Umrigar’s novel, Honor. The novel is the story of two Indian women, one a victim of a brutal crime and the other an Americanized journalist returning to India to cover the story and the courage they inspired in each other to navigate being true to their homelands and themselves at the same time. You may reserve a physical copy of this title and the MP3 audiobook at https://www.ccl. org. A copy of the eAudiobook or eBook may be reserved at https://chester.overdrive.com. The public is invited to attend. If you are not already on the Book Club’s e-mail list, registration is required at https://ccls.libcal.com/calendar/Phoenixville/honor or by calling 610-933-3013 x132 to receive an invitation to this event. For more information, email mpinto@ccls.org.
Movies on Tap
Movies on Tap, Phoenixville Public Library’s virtual film discussion group for adults in their 20s and 30s, will meet next on Zoom on Tuesday, July 11, at 7:30 PM. The group will discuss “The Secret of Kells” (2009, not rated). In this animated film, a young boy in a remote medieval outpost under siege from barbarian raids is beckoned to adventure when a celebrated master illuminator arrives with an ancient book, brimming with secret wisdom and powers. Please watch the film independently prior to the discussion. This event is free and open to the public and will be held online via Zoom. Email Faith Donaher at fdonaher@ gmail.com to receive an invitation to the meeting and for more information.
Tax assistance
United Way of Chester County and Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania will offer free mobile home tax reassessment assistance at Phoenixville Public Library on Thursday, July 13, from 5-7:00 PM. Bring your title and/or other home documents (e.g., insurance documents, bills of sale/receipts if home was purchased in 2019 or later). Assessment assistance will be offered in English and Spanish. No appointment needed. More information about this project is available at https://www. unitedwaychestercounty.org/ our-impact/mobile-hometax-reassessment/ or https:// www.lasp.org/chester-countymobile-home-tax-reassessments. You may also email Mark Pinto at the Library at mpinto@ccls.org for further information.
Free concert
Phoenixville Public Library will present award-winning, multi-genre pianist, recording artist, and Phoenixville resident Joe Kenney in concert on Monday, July 17, at 6:45 PM. Joe will present a program of solo piano versions of released and forthcoming collaborative works. Learn more about Joe at www. Joekenneypiano.com. This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required at https://ccls.libcal.com/calendar/Phoenixville/joe-kenneyconcert or by calling 610-9333103 x132. Email mpinto@ccls. org for more information. Phoenixville Public Library is located at 183 Second Ave.