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Phillie Phanatic Scoops for Healing Hearts

The family fun night helped raise money for the Barkann Family Healing Hearts Foundation.

The Phillie Phanatic and Comcast SportsNet personality Michael Barkann scooped frozen treats at the Rita's Water Ice at Bristol Road and Bensalem Blvd. in Bensalem Monday night.

Dozens of families lined up to have their pictures taken with Barkann, the Phanatic and Eagles superfan Shaun Young. Additional entertainment was provided by a live DJ, a caricature artist and face-painting.

The special appearance raised money for the Barkann Family Healing Hearts Foundation. The organization was formed by Ellen and Michael Barkann to help families cope with the financial burden that comes with an illness or sudden death. 

The foundation formed a relationship with the Bensalem Rita's in the beginning of June, said owner Scott Weitz. Every Monday, 20 percent of sales goes toward the Barkann Family Healing Hearts Foundation.


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