Borough Businesses Bringing Back First Saturdays

Newtown Borough businesses are gearing up for “First Saturday” this weekend and they hope it will be an ongoing event. The event will be held Saturday, Sept. 3 starting at 10 a.m. and will feature sidewalk sales and special events on State Street.

Justin Kaplan of restaurant said borough businesses in the past held First Saturdays and are resurrecting it in an effort to bring more shoppers downtown.

Businesses will have goods out on the sidewalk and some are even planning special events.

is having a children’s concert and story reading beginning at 1 p.m. The concert and “Faerie Fun” with Musician Elaine Silver is $25 per family.

Then, also at Soulutions, author Sharon Licht will read from her children’s book, “Magic Marmalade, A Tale of the Moonlight Fairies.” Click here for more information. There will also be psychic readings and crystal card connections for the adults. (Register in advance by calling 215-968-9750.)

Barbara Wolfe of said they would be participating in First Saturdays with a special sale or art show.

will have discounts on products and also on new clients booking that day.

will be participating with 40 percent off the store (some restrictions apply).

will have a sidewalk sale.