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Mini Market
Can't wait for opening day? On May 10 a small market comprised of JSA Mushrooms, Spring Creek Farm, Livengood Farm, and Maiale Deli will be open.
Celebrating 5th Anniversary!
Mark your calendar! We are celebrating our 5th anniversary with a chicken barbecue on Saturday, May 17. We are selling tickets at the Farmers Market booth during the Earth Day celebration! Cost? $8.00 for a platter of a 1/2 chicken and two sides. The event will be held in conjunction with the Swedesburg Fire Company.
Volunteers Needed
Beginning May 17, Market officials need you to help set up and break down the Market. Please contact Manager@uppermerionfarmersmarket.org.
Starts With You
Become a Market producer/vendor by clicking here.. |
| COMMUNITY |
Treat Mom to Something Special This Weekend
The King of Prussia District (KOP-BID) has your guide for the best brunch & dinner specials, spa packages, and last minute gift ideas to make mom feel extra loved this weekend in KOP!
Upper Merion Relay For Life
Join in the fun on May 17-18 at the Upper Merion Area High School track. Activities will be available for all ages and all are welcome to take part! Proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society. More information.
Mental Health Awareness Month - May
The Community Alliance for a Safer Tomorrow (CAST) is sponsoring a Mental Health Panel Discussion on Monday, May 12 at the Upper Merion Middle School (Room C-230), from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM. Presenters from the Minding Your Mind Foundation will discuss the connection between mental health issues and substance abuse. The event is FREE and open to the public. Please contact sshelton@umasd.org or call 610-304-5533 to sign up.
Save The Date
Upper Merion Township is hosting the American Red Cross Blood Drive on Monday, June 2 from 2:00 PM until 7:00 PM at the Upper Merion Township Building. Make your appointment here. Use sponsor code: Upper Merion Community.
Warm Up To Us
For every $10 donated, Feel the Warmth, a non-profit organization, will provide a backpack that contains supplies, a winter coat, and several children's books for county residents in need. You can donate via paypal by following this link, or if you prefer, send a check made out to Feel The Warmth and mail to: 2121 West Main Street, Jeffersonville, PA 19403. Your support is greatly appreciated. Click here for more information about the organization and their promotional drive that ends on May 25. |
| PARKS & RECREATION |
Summer Fun 
The following summer discount tickets have arrived!
Adventure Aquarium
Dorney Park
Dutch Wonderland
Hershey Park
Knoebels
Moreys Piers
Six Flags
Get Moving!
To register for any of the programs, click here to visit our online registration website. |
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Save The Earth
Compost bins and rain barrels are on sale. This "one day only" event will be held on Saturday, May 17 from 9:00 AM until 2:00 PM, at the Montgomery County Community College in Blue Bell. More information here. Road Work On Powderhorn Road (Between Forge & Flintlock Roads)
Starting May 12, the existing 6-inch cast iron water main on Powderhorn Road will be replaced with a new 12-inch ductile iron main, which will improve service for local residents. Work hours are from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM and are expected to conclude in June.
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LIBRARY |
Tech Night
Get one-on-one tech help from our youth volunteers on May 19, at 7 pm in Henderson Room. Registration Required.
Teens Take Charge
Inviting teens and parents on June 16 at 7 PM in Henderson Room. Join us for a short evening of empowerment, where you will learn what to look for in what you put in and on your body. Registration Required.
Don't miss a Special Story Time treat!
Please join us on Tuesday, May 20 from 2-2:30 PM in the Little Theater for a special "bird" theme story time, presented by a team of amazing UM Middle School Students. Children ages 3 - 5 and their parents/caregivers are invited to attend this fun story time with great books, songs, and even a scavenger hunt. Parents must attend with their children. Registration required. Get ready to dance!
Join us as we dance our socks off to fun, upbeat music at a kids Dance Party on Tuesday, June 3 in the Henderson Room. The Toddler session (kids ages 2 - 3 1/2) will be from 10:30 - 11 AM and the Preschool session (kids ages 3 1/2 - 5) will be from 2 - 2:30 PM. Experiment with cool musical instruments and dance and sing along to some fun, children's songs. Space is limited, so register today!
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POLICE |
 UMPD Tweets
Look who joined Twitter? The Upper Merion Police Department is expanding its communications with area residents and visitors. Its Twitter page launched on May 1, at 12:40 PM. Follow them @UMerionPD.
Few More Spaces
No more playing cops and robbers: experience the real thing this summer. The Cop Camp program begins Monday, June 16 from 9:00 AM SHARP to 1:00 PM at Heuser Park. (Address: 694 West Beidler Road) Applicants must be 11-13 years old by June 16 and provide a good conduct endorsement from their school. Sign up by contacting Parks and Recreation: 610-265-1071. Details are available here. |
| SENIOR CENTER |
Invest In You
Every Thursday at 10:00 AM, a financial/investment discussion group is held. If you have any questions, contact Dick McCann at 610-416-7431 or at rtmboater@aol.com.
No Pressure But....
Every 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month at the UMSSC, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, Lori Gnacek of Bryn Mawr Hospital/Main Line Health will be available to check your blood pressure.
Drivers' Course Offered
AARP Drivers' Course (4 hours) will be held from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM on Monday, May 12. Sign up at the reception desk.
(All events are at UMSCC)
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Township News
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MEETING SCHEDULE
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MONDAY
May 12, 2014
Library Board of Directors
Henderson Room
6:45 PM
Media Comm.
Advisory Board
Admin. Conf. Room
7:00 PM
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TUESDAY
May 13, 2014
Fire & Rescue
Services Board
Admin. Conf. Room
7:30 PM
Park & Recreation
Board
Valley Forge Room
7:30 PM
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WEDNESDAY May 14, 2014
Pension Advisory Board
Board Room
5:30 PM
Enviro. Advisory Council
Atrium Conf. Room
7:00 PM
Planning Commission
(CANCELLED)
Henderson Room
7:00 PM
Transportation Auth.
Board Room
7:00 PM
General Authority
Board Room
7:30 PM
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THURSDAY May 15, 2014
Board of Supervisors'
Business Meeting
Freedom Hall
7:30 PM
Administration & Public Works Offices Closed ______________ |
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