Discover SPRINGFORD: Spring City | Royersford | Limerick | Upper Providence: Recent Episodes
Geoff Desiato
HELLO! I’m Geoff Desiato. A professional actor, part-time realtor, and transplant to the Spring-Ford area, and I’m on a mission to find the best that Spring-Ford has to offer! Spring-Ford is one of the largest school districts in Montgomery County, PA and is made up of Royersford Borough, Spring City Borough, Limerick Township, and Upper Providence Township. I’ll be interviewing local business owners, civil servants, and prominent members of the community to find out what makes Spring-Ford a great place to live, work, eat, and explore! I invite you to join me on my journey as I Discover SPRINGFORD.
A new episode will be available every Sunday Night at 8:00pm on our YouTube Channel and our Facebook Page. Be sure to subscribe! A podcast of each episode will be uploaded the following Monday Morning after the show airs.
You may be wondering, "What Happened to Discover SPRINGFORD???"
Well, like everything this year, the lockdowns and restrictions have infringed on our ability to operate as designed. Our 3rd season was cut short and we attempted to continue with a virtual interview format. Though we thoroughly enjoyed the conversations we were able to have that otherwise would not have been featured on the main Discover SPRINGFORD show, it became apparent that it is simply not the same as having in-person interviews.
The purpose of Discover SPRINGFORD is to highlight the SPRINGFORD community and the great places to live, work, eat and explore, and doing that through a virtual conference call is simply not going to do it justice.
For me personally, the next Zoom conversation I have will be too soon. I thrive on in-person interaction and there is no replacement for it no matter how many commercials or PSAs try to program me into thinking otherwise.
Our community needs our small businesses and it needs them to remain open for people to visit them IN PERSON without restriction. EVERY BUSINESS IS ESSENTIAL because it provides jobs which allow people to feed their families. Most small businesses cannot survive at 50% capacity or with strictly online services. We need the freedom to make healthy choices for our families. Freedom can be dangerous. Freedom comes with risks. But freedom also grants you the ability to choose what's best for you and your family. A healthy community is more than just the absence of a particular virus. It requires mental, emotional, and economic health as well.
We need to be able to discuss the negative effects of the virus, AS WELL AS the negative effects of any mitigation strategies in order to make the best decisions for our communities. If we cannot weigh the pros and cons of our decisions for fear of offending then we will end up making poor decisions.
When we look at data we need context. 227,000 virus-related deaths is a staggering figure and my heart goes out to the families who have lost loved ones this year, as it does to everyone who loses a family member from whatever cause. But did you know that 250,000 people die EVERY YEAR from medical malpractice? It's the third leading cause of death in the US. Did you know that on average 7,750 every day in the US, which means that approximately 2,363,750 people have died this year as of today. The World Health Organization (who just recently reversed it's previous position and is now opposing lockdowns) estimates that 3 million people worldwide die from alcohol abuse EVERY YEAR. If we really want to save lives, shouldn't we just ban alcohol then?
A recent study of excess deaths shows that nearly 100,000 people ages 25-44 have died this year and experts suggest that these are deaths of despair due to the excessive actions taken to counteract the spread of the virus. These people were business owners who lost everything due to shutdowns. They were fathers, mothers, children. These deaths also matter. We are also seeing an increase in isolation deaths among the elderly. Does protecting the elderly from a virus matter much if ultimately they are being forced to die from loneliness? These are hard questions that must be asked. Sure, we can do our part to practice good hygiene and stay home if we are sick, but to stop the spread AT ANY COST? The cure CANNOT be worse than the disease.
We now know significantly more about this pandemic than we did back in March. The CDC released the data showing the survival rate by age demographic, regardless of comorbidities:
Ages 0-19: 99.997% Ages 20-49: 99.98% Ages 50-69: 99.5% Ages 70+: 94.6%
For those under 50, statistically speaking, you are more likely to die from the flu (0.1% mortality rate) than you are from this virus. This is not intended to upset anyone, or diminish the enormous death toll we have experienced as a country, but to show that there are ways we can move forward without destroying more lives and livelihoods.
Discover SPRINGFORD exists to serve as an advocate for the businesses of SPRINGFORD and as a conduit in order to reach the people of SPRINGFORD, and we hope to be able to once again highlight businesses with in-person, face-to-face interviews very soon. Until then, we will be on hiatus.
Godspeed and God Bless America.
In this week's episode of #HumansOfSPRINGFORD, #ActingRealtor and host Geoffrey Desiato chats with Spring City Borough Mayor Dona Kern. We discuss her history of involvement in the Spring City community serving alongside her husband at First United Church of Christ and what led her to run for Mayor of her hometown.
For more info visit the links below:
https://www.facebook.com/SpringCityBorough/ http://www.springcitypa.gov/ https://www.facebook.com/mayordona.kern.7/
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In this episode of #HumansOfSPRINGFORD, #ActingRealtor and host Geoffrey Desiato chats with long-time friend, George Bruno. George operates as a barber in the Spring-Ford community out of the Alura Salon in Oaks, PA. But to say that George is a professionally licensed barber is almost like doing him a disservice. Whether he’s traveling the world as a public speaker and event host, serving his clients who travel from all over the world to come sit in his "chill chair," posting videos on everything from relationships to cigars, or providing care to some of society's darkest souls, George is truly comfortable in his own skin.
http://www.georgebruno.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCghz8w8iOn3PDpYi9QuC3bQ https://www.facebook.com/The-George-Bruno-Experience-1699093200318262/ https://www.instagram.com/georgeabruno/ http://www.alurasalonspa.com/mensgroomingsalon/ https://www.facebook.com/alurasalon/
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In this episode of #HumansOfSPRINGFORD, #ActingRealtor and host Geoffrey Desiato welcomes Schuylkill County native and Royersford transplant Russell Joy. Russell works as a teacher by day, and credentialed sports journalist and podcaster for the Crossing Broad network by night. Russell shares his life story as well as his love for Philadelphia sports and professional wrestling.
*Note: Geoff's mic was not connected properly so what you're hearing is his computer microphone. We apologize for error.
To find out more about Russell's work visit the links below:
http://www.crossingbroad.com https://www.facebook.com/CrossingBroad/ https://www.facebook.com/CrossingBroadcast/ https://www.facebook.com/SnowTheGoalie/
You can also find and subscribe to all of Crossing Broad's network of podcasts on any podcast app.
If you enjoy #HumansOfSPRINGFORD, be sure to subscribe to the following channels so that you don’t miss an episode:
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In this episode of #HumansOfSPRINGFORD, #ActingRealtor and host Geoffrey Desiato welcomes Mark Shumaker. Mark is a Linfield, PA resident and the owner of Anchor Court properties in the Riverwalk at Royersford Borough. He's also a business partner of Birdies Kitchen in Spring City Borough as well as an active participant in the Save The Trestle initiative and the ongoing revitalization of the "twin boroughs."
https://www.facebook.com/BIRDIESKKITCHEN/ https://www.facebook.com/SaveTheTrestleRoyersford/
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In this episode of #HumansOfSPRINGFORD, #ActingRealtor and host Geoffrey Desiato chats with Royersford Borough Councilwoman Alex Metricarti. Alex currently serves as Chief Marketing and Public Relations Officer for Living Branches retirement community in the Lansdale area. She shared her story of growing up on a farm in Michigan, what led her to Royersford and how she initially joined Borough Council.
https://www.facebook.com/RoyersfordPA/ http://www.royersfordborough.org/
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In this episode of #HumansOfSPRINGFORD, #ActingRealtor and host Geoffrey Desiato welcomes entrepreneur and Main Street Royersford and RoyersfordApartments property owner Brad Sinrod. Brad shared his experience in investing in Main Streets before, what initially attracted him to Royersford, and why he sees exciting opportunities for growth and revitalization in the "twin boroughs."
https://www.facebook.com/mainstroyersford/ https://www.facebook.com/royersfordapartments/
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Join me for the inaugural #HumansOfSPRINGFORD with my friend and Spring City Borough resident Gary Brown. Gary and I met at the Spring-Ford Rotary Club visitor's luncheon a few years back. Gary works for Revamp 365 as a creative problem solver and matchmaker for real estate investors and people who own distressed properties. He and his wife are currently expecting their first child in July. He's also a huge WWE fan.
https://www.facebook.com/therealgarybrown https://www.instagram.com/realgbreezy
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To hear the full, unedited conversations, check out the Discover SPRINGFORD Podcast on any Podcast app. Our podcast allows you to download each episode and listen on-the-go!
In the Discover SPRINGFORD Season 3 Finale, #ActingRealtor and host, Geoffrey Desiato, sits down with Beth Ann Schwartz & Megan Hallman, the mother-daughter team behind the long-time Royersford-staple, Beth Ann’s Flowers. Beth Ann shares her personal journey of growing up in Royersford, discovering her love for the scientific side of all things flora, and how at just 20 years old she decided to open her own flower shop. Megan shares how growing up in the flower business helped her “cultivate” her own love and style for arranging, and the two of them discuss what it’s like to continue their family’s legacy as Royersford business owners, having been in operation on Main Street for more than 25 years.
For more information on Beth Ann’s Flowers visit the links below:
https://www.bethannsflowers.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Beth-Anns-Flowers-247051488661499/ http://www.instagram.com/bethanns_flowers
426 Main St. Royersford, PA 19468 (610) 948-8999
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In light of the COVID-19 outbreak we have made the decision to shut down production on Season 3 of Discover SPRINGFORD. Our previously recorded podcast with Beth Ann's Flowers, currently scheduled for Monday, April 6th, will be the final episode of Season 3. We cannot wait to bring more quality content to you in our effort to highlight what makes the Spring-Ford area a great place to live, work, eat, and explore.
In this episode of the Discover SPRINGFORD podcast, #ActingRealtor and host, Geoffrey Desiato, sits down with Ed & Sherrie Schoen, the husband & wife team behind Signature Gallery in Royersford Borough. Ed & Sherrie discuss how they first fell in love with woodworking and antiques (and each other), and how that ultimately led them to open their own retail shop over 30 years ago. They also discuss how they ended up in Royersford and how they’re using their shop to teach woodworking to others and also provide a creative outlet to those in recovery.
For more information on Signature Gallery visit the links below:
http://www.signaturegalleryfurniture.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Signature-Gallery-154891421216879/ https://1stavenuewoodworking.com/ https://www.facebook.com/1stavenuewoodworkingclasses/
50 First Avenue Royersford, PA 19468 610-792-5399
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AT THIS POINT, YOU MAY BE THINKING, “WAIT…ISN’T THIS GUY JUST A REALTOR?” I hear you. These ideas may seem crazy to some. That is why I am so thankful for those who have supported me and my business. While my approach may be unconventional at times, I truly believe in building a community of like-minded people who are more concerned with being authentic than appealing to the masses, while confronting fear and meeting real needs.
To download your free copy of "Real Person | Real Needs" in e-book format, visit http://www.geoffreydesiato.com/rprnbook
In this episode of the Discover SPRINGFORD podcast, #ActingRealtor and host, Geoffrey Desiato, sits down with Katy Comber and Patty Kline Capaldo, co-founders of the not-for-profit writers' room Creative Light Factory, located inside the Spring City Mill Studios. Katy and Patty discuss their personal stories, and share how their mutual love for writing inspired them to open their own writers' room in order to provide an affordable, secure work-space for writers of all levels, and promote the local arts and literary community.
For more information on Creative Light Factory visit the links below:
https://creativelightfactory.org/ https://facebook.com/creativelightfactory https://twitter.com/CLFWritersRoom https://www.instagram.com/creativelightfactory https://www.linkedin.com/company/creative-light-factory/
20 E Bridge St. Suite 103 Spring City, PA 19475 (484) 791-3770
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One of the things that I strive to communicate to my clients is the importance of understanding the transaction from the “opposing” side. I use that word not in an adversarial way, but simply because it is accurate. The sellers and buyers are at opposite ends of the settlement table, but one of my jobs is reminding people that regardless of whether they are buying or selling, everyone wants the same outcome.
For a free copy of the Real Person | Real Needs ebook, visit www.actingrealtor.com/rprnbook
I always try to hit potential clients with the hard truth upfront in order to set appropriate expectations. Unfortunately, sometimes it is an ugly truth and people don’t want to hear it. But I always caution people, when it comes to real estate, be watchful for those who tell you everything you want to hear.
To download a free copy of the entire e-book, visit www.geoffreydesiato.com/rprnbook
Now as a disclaimer, I am not saying that people who work in Real Estate are out and out LYING all the time (though there are definitely a few bad apples in the bunch). However, I will say that there is a certain massaging of the truth that takes place in order for home buyers/sellers to feel comfortable, and for Realtors® to survive in this dog-eat-dog industry.
To download your own digital copy of “Real Person | Real Needs,” visit www.geoffreydesiato.com/rprnbook
In this episode of the Discover SPRINGFORD podcast, #ActingRealtor and host Geoffrey Desiato sits down with Jennifer Becht of All That Jazz Dancewear to discuss her love for dance, her career as both a performer and teacher, and what led her to ultimately open her own business providing apparel for those who share her passion.
For more info on All That Jazz Dancewear visit the links below:
http://www.atjdancewear.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ALL-THAT-JAZZ-DANCEWEAR-125768537532/ https://www.instagram.com/allthatjazzdancewear/
343 Main Street Royersford, PA 19468 (610) 831-0800
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Chapter Summary: I don’t always talk about real estate, even though that is how I supported myself for the majority of the last 5 years. But every so often something happens that I feel obligated to write about in an effort to hopefully help distance myself from the deceptive behaviors I see on a regular basis in the real estate industry.
I get frustrated as I scrape and claw for every client I work with only to be done in by the unethical behavior of my competitors. This is why authenticity and generosity are the two pillars of my business. It may make business growth slower but ultimately I’d rather be kept awake at night because of a lack of clients rather than a lack of morals.
Listen to chapter 6 of the Real Person | Real Needs audio book. To download a free copy of the ebook visit www.actingrealtor.com/rprnbook
Chapter Summary: If I want to still be able to support my family 5 years from now, I can’t ignore the overwhelming evidence that shows that my way of making a living today may not exist 10 years from now.
Netflix, Amazon, Uber, and AirBnB all disrupted their respective industries by going direct-to-consumer and cutting out the middle-man. The next logical step is for companies like Zillow and RedFin to facilitate real estate transactions directly between home-buyers and home-sellers. In fact, most agents pay fees to these companies for leads, so in a sense they are funding the companies who are trying to put the agent out of business.
Listen to chapter 5 of the Real Person | Real Needs audio book. To download a free copy of the ebook visit www.actingrealtor.com/rprnbook
Chapter Summary: What I was told when I got into Real Estate is that you need to spend two hours a day on the phone with your sphere of influence, asking them for referrals…begging essentially. But we couldn’t let them know that we were begging, Oh no. We had to be “providing value.” That’s why they have scripts. So you can dupe your friends and family into listening to your sales pitch. So you can cleverly overcome their objections because you know that they REALLY want to help you grow your business.
In this episode of Discover SPRINGFORD, #ActingRealtor and host Geoffrey Desiato sits down with personal trainer Dave Stetler and his wife, Adrienne, of F5 Fitness & Sports. This husband and wife team share their professional and spiritual journeys that led them to where they are today, investing in the Spring-Ford area with their personal training studio in Spring City.
For more information on F5 Fitness & Sports visit the links below:
https://www.f5fitnessandsports.com/ https://www.facebook.com/F5FitnessSports/ http://www.instagram.com/F5_Fitness_and_Sports
105 N Main St. Spring City, PA 19475 (610) 474-2540
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Chapter Summary: For me, a time of introspection and reflection is always a good thing and I hope that you’ll humor me. I find it interesting to not only look back on your own life experiences, but to research your family history to see what life was like for those that have gone before you.
Desiato Homes is committed to making a difference by not only helping people buy/sell houses, but by using our platform and resources to help those in need find a forever home. How are we doing it? For starters, my family and I have committed to donating up to $250 for each residential transaction to one of three non-profit organizations that make it their business to provide forever homes to people in need. But it’s not about the money, it’s about the good work that these organizations are doing on a daily basis and how we as a community of like-minded individuals can do our part.
Get a free copy of my real estate manifesto at www.geoffreydesiato.com/rprnbook
"I decided to let you in on a little secret. Something I probably shouldn’t tell you as someone who had made a living helping people buy/sell houses."
Over the next couple of weeks we will be sharing short chapters from #ActingRealtor and host Geoff Desiato's audiobook, "Real Person | Real Needs." As we move into the spring, we wanted to include this information in our podcast feed for anyone in the Spring-Ford area who may be considering selling their home in 2020. Let us know what you think.
Introduction Summary: When I got into the real estate business, it was because I wanted to help people while being true to myself. But it didn’t take long for me to see that my way of thinking doesn’t necessarily jell with the industry at large. In case you haven’t noticed, the Real Estate industry “gurus” try their best to create cookie-cutter agents who go with the flow and do things the same way as everyone else. But I refuse to let them make a typical “realtor” out of me. I dare to be different.
In this episode of the Discover SPRINGFORD podcast, #ActingRealtor and host Geoffrey Desiato sits down with multi-term president and current vice president of Spring-Ford's school board, Tom DiBello. Tom details his journey from being a Spring-Ford area transplant to serving on the school board for over 10 years; a tenure that has caused Spring-Ford to steadily climb the ranks to become one of the best school districts in all of Pennsylvania, and even earn national recognition.
For more info on the Spring-Ford Area School District, visit the links below:
https://www.spring-ford.net/board-of-education https://www.facebook.com/SpringFordASD/ https://www.instagram.com/SpringFordASD/ https://twitter.com/SpringFordASD https://www.youtube.com/ramcountrytv
857 South Lewis Rd Royersford, PA 19468 (610) 705-6000
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In this episode of the Discover SPRINGFORD podcast, #ActingRealtor and host Geoff Desiato sits down with Alan Brink, President of Spring City Electrical Manufacturing Company to discuss his 30+ year tenure with the company and its longstanding history of providing jobs to Spring-Ford locals as well as exporting product to some of the most famous locales in the country.
For more information on Spring City Electrical we recommend checking out their YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/SPCLig/videos for some great videos of the factory and the work that they do, and visiting the links below:
https://www.springcity.com/ https://www.facebook.com/springcityelectrical/ https://twitter.com/SpringCityLight https://www.instagram.com/springcitylight/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/spring-city-electrical-mfg-co-
1 S Main St Spring City, PA 19475 610) 948-4000
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In this very special bonus episode, #ActingRealtor and host Geoff Desiato appears as a guest on the Two Dates and A Dash Podcast with Matt Cubbler to discuss his failures and successes as a man and as an #ActingRealtor. This is probably the most transparent conversation Geoff has ever had. Due to the host’s occasional swearing and the sensitive nature of parts of this conversation, you may want to exercise discretion if listening with kids present.
Matt Cubbler is an Inspirational speaker, leadership expert, entrepreneur, career LEO, Army Vet., Author & family man. You can check out his podcast on any podcast app by searching “Two Dates and a Dash” or “Matt Cubbler” www.mattcubbler.com www.twodatesandadash.com
You can also hear my interview of Matt on a recent Discover SPRINGFORD episode by checking out the links below:
http://discoverspringford.com/
In this episode of the Discover SPRINGFORD podcast, #ActingRealtor and host Geoffrey Desiato sits down with Joel Richardson of Soul Joel’s Comedy Club & Lounge. Joel discusses his journey in comedy and what ultimately inspired him to open Royersford’s newest night out spot along the Schuylkill River in the Stoveworks Royersford.
For more information on Soul Joel’s Comedy Club & Lounge visit the links below:
http://www.souljoelcomedyclub.com/ https://www.facebook.com/souljoelscomedyclubandlounge/ https://www.instagram.com/souljoelcomedy/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVaKNPVAj-k8hsfI3G2m4Mw
155 Railroad Plaza Royersford, PA 19468 (610) 686-8080
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In this episode of the Discover SPRINGFORD podcast, #ActingRealtor and host Geoffrey Desiato sits down with Pennsylvania State Senator Katie Muth to discuss her unlikely journey into the political arena and how her career in physical therapy and losing a parent at a young age shaped her worldview and ultimately led her to run for office.
For more information on Senator Muth visit the links below:
http://www.senatormuth.com https://www.facebook.com/senatormuth/ http://www.twitter.com/senatormuth
338 Main St. Royersford, PA 19468 (610) 792-2137
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In the 50th episode of the Discover SPRINGFORD podcast, #ActingRealtor and host Geoffrey Desiato sits down with Kim McQuillan and Brittany Moyer of Salon Evolve to discuss their 17 years in business in Limerick, and the many partnerships they maintain in order to have a positive impact in the community and a cleaner footprint in the world, including being a certified Green Circle Salon. And thanks to Kim, Geoff also gets his first haircut in nearly 2 years and donates his hair to Wigs for Wishes, a non-profit that provides FREE wigs to women and children undergoing chemotherapy, along with granting wishes to children battling cancer.
For more information on Salon Evolve visit the links below: http://www.salonevolve.com https://www.facebook.com/salonevolve/ http://www.instagram.com/salonevolve http://www.greencirclesalons.com http://www.WIGSandWISHES.org
196 W Ridge Pike Limerick, PA 19468 (610) 489-5525
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In this episode of the Discover SPRINGFORD podcast, #ActingRealtor and host Geoffrey Desiato sits down with business owner and Karate Master Eric Versland, who recently celebrated his 20th anniversary with Legacy Karate Academy. We discuss the important life lessons he has learned from his own training which he has in turn taught to the youth of Royersford for the last 17 years.
For more information on Legacy Karate Academy visit the links below:
http://www.legacykarateacademy.com https://www.facebook.com/Legacy-Karate-Academy-171397559568605/
326 N Lewis Rd Royersford, Pennsylvania 19468 (610) 792-9091
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In this episode of Discover SPRINGFORD, #ActingRealtor and host Geoffrey Desiato sits down with police officer, business owner, public speaker, and published author, Matt Cubbler. Matt shares his journey from the unexpected loss of his brother to where he is now, serving others and speaking to groups about how to live the life we were meant to live.
For more information on Matt Cubbler visit the links below:
https://www.mattcubbler.com https://www.facebook.com/mattcubblerspeaks/ https://www.instagram.com/mattcubblerspeaks/ https://www.amazon.com/Matthew-Cubbler/e/B07VCP4GL2/ref=dp_byline_cont_ebooks_1610-960-1187
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70 Buckwalter Rd. Limerick, Pennsylvania 19468 (610) 948-5959
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In this episode of the Discover SPRINGFORD podcast, #ActingRealtor and host, Geoffrey Desiato, sits down with Rick Lewis of The Lewis Group. Rick shares about the various ways The Lewis Group is working to revitalize the Spring-Ford area, including their efforts to renovate the trestle bridge, the work they've done to restore the Buckwalter Stoveworks facility, and their plans to develop a one-mile stretch along the river to compliment the ongoing revitalization of Main Street.
For more info on The Lewis Group visit the links below: http://www.discoverlewis.com https://www.facebook.com/discoverlewis/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/1112749/
For more info on booking The Stoveworks for your event visit these links: http://www.stoveworksroyersford.com https://www.facebook.com/StoveworksRoyersford/
For more information on the trestle bridge visit these links: http://www.savethetrestle.com https://www.facebook.com/SaveTheTrestleRoyersford/
155 Railroad Plaza PO Box 639 Royersford, PA 19468 (610) 495-6695
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In the Season 3 premiere of Discover SPRINGFORD, #ActingRealtor and host, Geoffrey Desiato, sits down with Janeen Mitchell Algeo and Kai Tutrani of Sweet Aloha Bowls to discuss how their desire to open a food truck back in 2016 has brought them to their new brick and mortar location that is quickly becoming a destination spot on Main Street in Royersford.
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324 Main St. Royersford, PA 19468 (484) 791-3948
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In the Season 2 Finale of Discover SPRINGFORD, actor and host Geoffrey Desiato sits down with Tom Henderson, Store Manager of the original George's Music location in Spring City Borough. Tom discusses his 36 years at George's and how its legacy has impacted the local landscape and music scene since 1977.
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99 N Main St Spring City, PA 19475 (610) 948-7810
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In this episode of Discover SPRINGFORD, actor and host Geoffrey Desiato sits down with Cathy Calhoun of Calhoun Jewelers. Cathy shares incredible stories from her life as a banker-turned-jeweler/gemologist, as well as the story of how she purchased the bank building that she worked in as a teenager and converted it into her current home.
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500 Main St. Royersford, PA 19468 (610) 948-8515 customerservice@calhounjewelers.com
To see Cathy’s home which was converted from an old bank building, visit the links below:
CNN Business Feature: "I Live in a Bank" https://youtu.be/BAsKbfhLfIc
HGTV Feature: "If Walls Could Talk" https://youtu.be/wGJtucHZjI0
Also featured on the Netflix original series: "Amazing Interiors Episode 8" https://www.netflix.com/title/80184067
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In this episode of Discover SPRINGFORD podcast, actor and host Geoffrey Desiato sits down with sisters, Cindy Scherer and Laurie Sell, along with their daughters, Natalie Dobry and Madeline Sell, the four women behind Rust & Sparkle. Located on Main Street in Royersford Borough, Rust & Sparkle brings big city boutique flare and the creativity of local artists together to create a unique small town destination for clothing, decor and accessories.
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333 Main St. Royersford, PA 19468 (203) 804-4342
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In this episode of Discover SPRINGFORD podcast, actor and host Geoffrey Desiato sits down with Alicia Pontino of The Big Easy, located on Main Street in Royersford Borough. Alicia shares her journey of randomly picking up a shift 10 years ago in a town she didn't know much about (at what was formerly the French Quarter Bistro and now French Quarter Catering Co.), and how 10 years later she now owns her own restaurant in the same building.
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215 Main St. Royersford, PA 19468 (610) 792-7292
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In this episode of Discover SPRINGFORD, actor and host Geoffrey Desiato sits down with Mike Dirks and Nancy Dirks of Dirks Pest Management Specialist, LLC to discuss their journey from police officer and teacher to now owning and operating their own family business for the last 15 years in the Spring-Ford area.
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411 N Lewis Rd Royersford, PA 19468 (610) 813-2200
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In this episode of Discover SPRINGFORD, actor and host Geoffrey Desiato sits down with Kristie Hawk of Travel Hawk Vacations to discuss her love of travel and what led her to start her own business helping others plan their dream vacations.
For more information visit the links below:
http://www.travelhawkvacations.com
travelhawkvacations@gmail.com
610-613-2193
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In this episode of Discover SPRINGFORD, actor and host Geoffrey Desiato sits down with fellow theater enthusiast Heidi Swartz to discuss her personal story and how she has owned and operated Three Peas in a Pod Florist & Gifts for the last 28 years. For more information please visit the links below:
http://www.threepeasflowers.com
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442 N Lewis Rd
Royersford, PA 19468
(610) 948-7190
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In this episode of Discover SPRINGFORD, actor and host Geoffrey Desiato sits down with John Conigliaro, the owner/operator of GIOVANNI’S PIZZERIA in Royersford Borough. John discusses his family’s rich history in owning Italian restaurants in the area and what has made Giovanni’s successful in the Spring-Ford area.
For more info on Giovanni’s visit the links below: http://www.pizzagio.net https://www.facebook.com/Giovannispizza/
466 Main St. Royersford, PA 19468 (610) 948-3693
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In this episode of the Discover SPRINGFORD podcast, Geoff returns to his real estate roots by sitting down with Gil Holley of Patriot Land Transfer, Inc. Gil shares the history and high calling of this family-owned and operated title company.
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In this episode of the Discover SPRINGFORD podcast, Geoff sits down with Jamie Coulston of Sunshine Cafe to discuss the 25 year history of one of Spring-Ford's most popular eateries, and her last 18 years as owner.
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https://www.sunshinecafelimerick.com/
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207 West Ridge Pike
Limerick, PA 19468
610-409-8420
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In this episode of the Discover SPRINGFORD podcast, Geoff sits down with Janet Miller Eveland of Julia's Grace Foundation. Janet shares the very personal story of her daughter's fight with cancer and how a young girl's desire to put other people's happiness ahead of her own was the inspiration behind Julia’s Grace Foundation®, a non-profit dedicated to bringing moments of happiness and support to children with cancer and their families.
For more information visit the links below:
https://www.juliasgracefoundation.org/ https://www.facebook.com/juliasgracefoundation https://twitter.com/juliasgracefdn https://www.instagram.com/juliasgracefoundation
Send donations to Julia's Grace Foundation PO Box 1081, Royersford, Pennsylvania 19468
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In this episode of the Discover SPRINGFORD podcast, Geoff sits down with Genia and Jesse Silva of The RainDance Life Center for Mind, Body and Spirit. After leaving the corporate world, Genia decided that she wanted to set the lofty goal of helping a billion people achieve mental, physical and spiritual wellness. With the support of her husband, she became a certified life coach and has since opened her own business in Royersford.
For more info visit the links below:
https://www.raindancelife.com/ https://www.facebook.com/raindancelifeMBS https://www.facebook.com/raindancelife https://www.twitter.com/raindancelife
830 Chestnut St Ste 2 Royersford, PA 19468 (215) 692-0111
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In this episode of Discover SPRINGFORD, Geoff sits down with Kiel and Ashley Ferrari of Integrity Tattoo in Royersford Borough. Having grown up in Royersford and Spring City respectively, Kiel and Ashley share how they became business owners in and ongoing contributors to Royersford and beyond.
For more information, visit the links below:
https://integrity-tattoo.com
https://www.facebook.com/integritytattoo
https://www.instagram.com/integritytattoorofo
https://www.yelp.com/biz/integrity-tattoo-royersford
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65 S Lewis Rd
Royersford, PA 19468
(610) 792-4433
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In this episode of the Discover SPRINGFORD podcast, host Geoffrey Desiato sits down with restauranteur Dan Phillips of Pop's Dinette and Ice Creamery in Spring City. Dan shares experiences from his time in the restaurant business and also how he watched Phoenixville expand into the destination it has become and why he feels Spring City Borough may be the next big thing.
For more information visit the links below:
https://www.facebook.com/PopsDinetteandIcecreamery/
http://discoverspringford.com/pops/
60 N Main St, Spring City, PA 19475
(610) 474-2842
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In this episode of the Discover SPRINGFORD podcast, Geoff sits down with Nick Shumate of Choppers Hair Shop on Main Street in Royersford. Nick discusses his 25 years of experience in the hair industry and what made him close a high-end salon that he owned for 10 years to ultimately embrace his authentic self and take a chance on opening his own barbershop in downtown Royersford during the Great Recession.
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219 Main St, Royersford, PA 19468 | (484) 984-0941
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In this episode of the Discover SPRINGFORD podcast, Geoff sits down with Connie and Rob Lawson of Sweet Ashley's Chocolate to discuss how a love for making chocolate developed into a growing business all thanks to one very disappointed family member that didn't get their holiday treats. Connie & Rob share candidly about the trials and tribulations they've experienced and how ignoring the "3-5 year rule" in a new business may be what separates success from failure.
For more information or to place an online order, visit www.sweetashleys.com
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Limerick Square Shopping Center
70 Buckwalter Rd Unit 508
Royersford, PA 19468
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In this episode of Discover SPRINGFORD, #ActingRealtor and host, Geoff Desiato, sits down with Ellen Martin and Nicole Beahr of The Muscle Therapy Massage Center in Royersford. Ellen and Nicole discuss their decision to go from massage therapists in a large franchise to becoming business partners in their own stand-alone venture that reflects their unique approach to massage therapy.
For more information visit https://www.mtmcmassage.com/ to book an appointment or purchase a gift card for someone you love.
You can also follow the MTMC on Facebook for special offers at https://www.facebook.com/mtmcmassage
562 Main Street Royersford, PA 19468 (925) 232-2164 MTMCmassage@gmail.com
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In this episode of the Discover SPRINGFORD podcast, #ActingRealtor and host Geoff Desiato sits down with Bill Petaccio, a life-long Spring-Ford area resident and teacher, who decided to leave the classroom and get behind the wheel of his very own business venture, Petaccio's Driving School in Royersford.
For more information visit www.royersforddrivingschool.com or www.facebook.com/petacciosdrivingschool
120 N Lewis Rd Royersford, Pennsylvania 19468
(610) 948-4979
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In this episode of Discover SPRINGFORD, #ActingRealtor and host Geoff Desiato sits down with Lauren Pellechia, owner of Salon Pazza Bella in Limerick. Lauren shares her journey of growing up working in salons as a teenager to studying psychology and ultimately opening her very own salon 6 years ago.
For more information visit http://salonpazzabella.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SalonPazzaBella/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salon_pazza_bella
Salon Pazza Bella 178 W. Ridge Pike Limerick, PA 19468
484-791-3470 salonpazzabella@aol.com
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In this episode of the Discover SPRINGFORD podcast, local realtor and actor, Geoffrey Desiato, sits down with Eric Paster, AKA The Royersford Dentist. Eric shares his personal journey into dentistry and how a tragic loss led him to form a non-profit called Rachel's Helping Hands to help families affected by cancer.For more information visit the links below:
http://www.theroyersforddentist.com https://www.facebook.com/theroyersforddentist/
For more information about The Rachel Paster Helping Hands Cancer Foundation and their upcoming event Rachel's Helping Hands 5K & 1 Mile Walk on October 21st, visit http://www.rachelshelpinghands.org
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In this episode of the Discover SPRINGFORD podcast, Geoff sits down with founder Dianna Ellis and the community of people that make up Reality Pilates Reformer. More than just a Pilates studio, RPR recently celebrated their 10 year anniversary as a Main Street business in Royersford and is committed to providing quality Pilates for those who may not feel welcome elsewhere.
For more information, visit www.realitypilatesreformer.com | www.facebook.com/realitypilatesreformer
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In this episode of the Discover SPRINGFORD podcast, host Geoff Desiato sits down with David Eisenhauer of Cinema Sickness, an entrepreneur and owner of one of the largest cinematic media collections in the world. David shares his experience of growing up in Royersford and how he turned his passion for all things cinema into a thriving media store and YouTube Channel.
For more information visit the links below:
www.cinemasickness.com www.facebook.com/cinemasickness www.instagram.com/cinemasickness www.patreon.com/cinemasickness
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In the season 2 premiere of Discover SPRINGFORD, local realtor and aspiring actor, Geoffrey Desiato, sits down with Julie Kovaleski and Kristi Hertzog, the dynamic duo behind the local interest magazine, Upper Providence Living - Best Version Media. Julie and Kristi share their personal stories about their experience as former teachers who now make it their mission to highlight the amazing things happening in their community.
For more information, you can visit www.bestversionmedia.com
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In the Season Finale of Discover SPRINGFORD, Geoff concludes his conversation with William Brunner of the Spring-Ford Area Historical Society. Bill discusses the shared histories of the "twin boroughs" of Spring City Borough and Royersford Borough, the various thriving industries that once occupied the two towns, while taking us on a tour of the historical society's gallery and John Milton Lewin's Cobbler Shop. Finally, Bill shares the story of how he ended up authoring three books on the history of Spring City and Royersford.
To pick up your own copies, you can stop by the SFAHS, or order them online from Arcadia Publishing at the links below:
"Spring City and Royersford" (Postcard History Series) (c) 2003 https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9780738512112
"Spring City and Royersford Then & Now" (c) 2007 https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9780738549279
"Spring City and Royersford Through Time" (c) 2014 https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9781625451330
For more info about SFAHS visit online: www.springcitypa.net/sfahs/ www.facebook.com/Spring-Ford-Area-Historical-Society-111204302276695/ or visit in person: 526 Main Street Royersford, PA 19468 Wednesdays and Fridays 11 AM to 3 PM Every Sunday 1 PM to 3 PM (Winter Hours every 1st and 3rd Sunday)
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In part 2 of Discover SPRINGFORD's 3-part season finale, we pick up our conversation with William Brunner of the Spring-Ford Area Historical Society. In this episode, Bill discusses a number of topics including Lakeview Park, the Historical Society itself, Diamond Glass Company, the former high-school rivalry between Spring City and Royersford, and Pennhurst State School and Hospital.
To listen to part one go to: http://discoverspringford.com/podcast-120
For more info visit online: www.springcitypa.net/sfahs/ www.facebook.com/Spring-Ford-Area-Historical-Society-111204302276695/
or visit in person: 526 Main Street Royersford, PA 19468
Wednesdays and Fridays 11 AM to 3 PM
Every Sunday 1 PM to 3 PM (Winter Hours every 1st and 3rd Sunday)
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In this episode of Discover SPRINGFORD, Geoff sits down with William Brunner, President of the Spring-Ford Area Historical Society to discuss the history of the "Twin Boroughs" of Spring City Borough and Royersford Borough. This is part one of a three-part season finale. In part one, Bill discusses his personal journey to the Historical Society, while providing a tour of the gallery that highlights the various industries that put Spring City and Royersford on the map, and shares the history of the first families. These final three episodes are a must watch for any history buff, Spring-Ford local, or transplant.
For more info visit online:
www.springcitypa.net/sfahs/
www.facebook.com/Spring-Ford-Area-Historical-Society-111204302276695/
or visit in person:
526 Main Street
Royersford, PA 19468
Wednesdays and Fridays
11 AM to 3 PM
Every Sunday 1 PM to 3 PM (Winter Hours every 1st and 3rd Sunday)
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In this episode of Discover SPRINGFORD, Geoff sits down with local handyman, Tom Donofrio of Donofrio's Handyman Service. Tom shares his story of faith, persistence, and the advice he received from several unlikely sources that led him to start his own "handyman" business 10 years ago.
For more info visit: http://donofrios-handyman-service.business.site/ https://www.facebook.com/Donofrios-Handyman-Service-495558693817913/ or call 610-792-1287
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In this episode of Discover SPRINGFORD, Geoff sits down with newly-elected Mayor of Royersford, Jenna Antoniewicz. Jenna shares her backstory of how she went from working on campus with college students, to stay-at-home mom, to now becoming the first female to be elected Mayor in Royersford's 139 year history.
For more info visit: www.facebook.com/JennaForRoyersford www.twitter.com/JennaForMayor www.instagram.com/JennaForRoyersford www.royersfordborough.org/departments/borough-council-mayor
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In this episode of Discover SPRINGFORD, Geoff sits down with Alison VonCzoernig of K-9 Cottage PA and A+ Obedience Training. Alison shares how she went from being a teacher who loved animals, to starting her own business in which she gets to care for dogs, while teaching them and their humans how to safely interact with each other.
For more info visit: http://www.k-9cottagepa.com/ https://www.facebook.com/K-9-Cottage-PA-619846801460902/ https://www.facebook.com/A-Obedience-Training-821947017874880/
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In this episode of Discover SPRINGFORD, Geoff sits down with local EMTs turned home-brewers, Jeremy Burke & Clint Tichnell of Tuned Up Brewing Company. They discuss how they turned a hobby of brewing beer and playing music in their garage into something much more by opening their own music-infused brewery on Main Street in Spring City, PA.
For more info visit:
https://www.facebook.com/tunedupbrewing https://untappd.com/TunedUpBrewingCompany https://twitter.com/TunedUpBrew https://www.instagram.com/tunedupbrew/
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In this episode, Geoff sits down with husband and wife team, Patrick & Amanda Nelson, of Nelson's Ice Cream Store. The Nelson name has been synonymous with the Royersford area for over 75 years, and Patrick & Amanda committed to carrying on their family's legacy in their hometown by opening their very own ice cream shop right on Main Street in Royersford Borough. Like Geoff, when you taste your first spoonful, you'll soon discover that there truly is "Nix Besser" (none better) than Nelson's.
For more info on their store visit: www.facebook.com/NelsonsIceCreamStore/ www.instagram.com/nelsonsicecreamstore/
You can also join their Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/70691337682
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In this episode of Discover SPRINGFORD, Geoff sits down with Christopher Cachuela & Kristin Comitale of Chaplin's Live of Spring City, Pennsylvania. They discuss the history of their intimate performing arts venue, which began as the Gem Theatre in 1908 and once played host to the likes of Buster Keaton and Charlie Chaplin, and how their hard work has transformed Chaplin's into a premiere "listening room" and recording studio, making Spring-Ford a destination for musicians and music-lovers alike.
For more info about Chaplin's visit:
www.chaplinslive.com www.facebook.com/chaplinslive www.instagram.com/chaplinslive www.twitter.com/chaplinslive www.reverbnation.com/venue/chaplins https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7eoQiF4_AZ2JHs0G5Zr_Q
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In this episode of Discover SPRINGFORD, Geoff sits down with Raymond Short, frontman of local rock n' roll outfit Rofo Audio. Geoff and Ray talk about their shared love of music, the significant changes in the industry Ray has experienced during his life as a musician, and the importance of staying connected to your roots as an artist.
Download Rofo Audio's brand new Christmas Song "Stay Till Morn" @ https://store.cdbaby.com/cd/rofoaudio3
For more info visit: http://www.facebook.com/rofoaudiomusic/ http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtoSXfrB2-_ZzhYk6Jr_Y2A http://www.instagram.com/rofoaudioband/ http://www.twitter.com/RofoAudioBand
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In this episode of Discover SPRINGFORD, Geoff sits down with Erin Tobin & Blaine Rodenbaugh of Apothecary Hair Lounge to discuss how they are making a difference in the cosmetic industry by becoming a Green Circle Certified salon. With their motto, Integrity is Everything, Apothecary has made it their mission to use and promote products that are cruelty free & eco-friendly. And by being Green Circle Certified, they are able to recycle and repurpose up to 95% of their waste so that they can leave a cleaner footprint in their community. But their community involvement doesn't end there, Apothecary also promotes Autism Awareness and helps individuals recently diagnosed with cancer. Watch the full episode to find out more!
For more info about Apothecary Hair Lounge visit www.apothecaryhair.com
www.facebook.com/ApothecaryHairLounge
www.instagram.com/ApothecaryHairLounge
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In this episode of Discover SPRINGFORD, Geoff sits down with Donna McCoy Musetti, owner of Pink Moose Ice Cream Cafe and Catering, located inside the historic Royersford Train Station. With 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Donna shares stories from her entrepreneurial journey which took her all over the country and ultimately brought her back home to open her own cafe & catering business just a few minutes from where she grew up.
For more info on the Pink Moose visit:
pinkmoose-icecream-cafe-catering.biz www.facebook.com/Pink-Moose-Ice-Cream-Cafe-and-Catering-997394816964323/ www.twitter.com/PinkMooseCafe
In this episode, Geoff sits down with Anthony & Angela Ramsey of Franks Guy in Spring City to hear an incredible story of faith, family & determination. Shortly after their wedding, Angela was diagnosed with a condition known as Chiari Malformation and has since undergone eight brain surgeries in the last 10 years. Though they could have seen these as insurmountable setbacks on their entrepreneurial journey, they did not let that deter them from officially opening the doors to Franks Guy back on October 7th, 2017. Through their incredibly inspiring journey, the Ramseys have not lost their faith and have committed to giving back to their community. Not only by opening a business, but by helping raise awareness for Chiari Malformation and Transracial Adoption. If you want a great hot dog and a smile that will brighten your day, then stop in to visit the Ramseys at Franks Guy ASAP!
For more info about Franks Guy visit www.franksguy.com | www.facebook.com/thefranksguyco
For more info about Chiari Malformation visit www.conquerchiari.org
For more info about TRA Cares and the work they do in the world of Transracial Adoption visit www.tracares.wordpress.com | www.facebook.com/tracaresfund
In this episode, Geoff sits down with Jill Anoia, a full-time mom (with a second full-time job) who wanted to teach her children the importance of loving your neighbor and giving back to your community. As a result, she started organizing "Random Acts of Christmas Kindness" or "RACK" with a few friends and their children. In the first year, they had 35 children doing good in the Spring-Ford area. In year two, the number ballooned to 485 volunteers! With that, they founded a non-profit organization called Simply Positive Kids, which is dedicated to "inspiring leadership and confidence through service."
For more information visit www.simplypositivekids.org | Facebook: @SimplyPositiveKids | Twitter: @SPKids25
In this episode, Geoff sits down with fellow theater-lover & President of Spring-Ford's School Board, Joe Ciresi. Joe details his journey from being a Spring-Ford area transplant to becoming the President of the School Board. During his tenure, Spring-Ford has steadily climbed the ranks to become one of the best school districts in all of PA, and he now has aspirations of making a difference in the education system at the next level, by running for PA State Representative in 2018.
For more information visit the links below:
www.ciresiforpa.com www.facebook.com/CiresiForPA www.twitter.com/ciresiforpa
In this episode, Geoff sits down in the barber's chair of Salvatore Giannone for an authentic straight-razor shave. Salvatore shares the story behind his road to redemption, from living on the streets of Norristown, to apprenticing in his grandfather's barbershop in Conshohocken, to now opening his second location in Royersford. The road was not an easy one as Sal candidly admits in this interview, but he also uses those difficult experiences to drive him to success in order to carry on his family's legacy.
For information visit the links below:
www.salsbarbershopvip.com or @salsbarbershopvip on Facebook and Instagram, and don't miss this episode!
In this episode, Geoff sits down with Annamarie Hewitt Chestnut of Annamarie's to discuss how a 19 yr old from "Rofo" could make the courageous move to leave college and open her own place that has now become synonymous with Royersford itself. The answer? Unending support from her family and her hometown. You don't want to miss this one!
For more info visit www.facebook.com/annamariesplace or instagram.com/annamariesbaconrules
In this week's episode, Geoff sits down with Bill Hoffman of Spring City Hotel to discuss the history of this 125 year old establishment, its lasting significance in the community, and how he has kept it intact and relevant during his 35+ year ownership.
For more information visit www.springcityhotel.net or follow them on Facebook @ www.facebook.com/springcityhotel
In this episode, Geoff sits down with cousins, Ethan & Jim Buckman, to discuss their mission to remove the pretense from the brewing industry and give brewing back to the people. Their desire to ignite a passion for brewing in the hearts of the every-man, or "Stickman" as it were, is the inspiration behind the name and the way they operate their brewery. By simply focusing on brewing the best beer they can and treating people the right way, they hope to distinguish themselves from the competition in a surprisingly competitive industry.
For more information visit www.stickmanbrews.com or follow on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @StickmanBrews
In the 3rd episode of the season, Geoff sits down with the President of Royersford Borough Council, Anil Dham, to discuss his journey from being a transplant to the Spring-Ford area to now sitting on borough council and serving the community he loves and calls home. Anil, a physical therapist and real estate investor by day, says he's using his experience rehabbing people and homes to help rehab the local community.
To find out more visit www.royersfordborough.org | Follow their page on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RoyersfordPA/
rofo #government #civilservice #community #royersford
In this episode, Geoff sits down with "Tomato Joe" Moskal, owner/operator of both Royersford Tomato & Vegetable Company, and Royersford Fence Company. When asked how he juggles these two businesses along with his full-time teaching job, five kids, and responsibilities as a Royersford Borough Councilman, Joe says, "I'll sleep when I'm dead." Joe discusses his journey to Royersford, how he decided to use his summers off from teaching to sell tomatoes out of his home, and how he made the decision to go from Royersford transplant to Borough Councilman.
To find out more about Royersford Tomato & Vegetable Company and Royersford Fence Company visit www.rofotomo.com | www.royersfordfence.net
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In the debut episode of Discover SPRINGFORD, host Geoff Desiato, a local realtor and recent transplant to the Spring-Ford area, sits down with Mike McCloskey of the Railroad Street Bar & Grill in Linfield, PA.
To find out more about Railroad Street Bar & Grill visit www.railroadstreet.com On Facebook @railroadstreetbarandgrill On Twitter @RailroadStreet On Instagram @railroadstreetbargrill
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