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Blog With Us
Check our new "Turnip The Beat" blog which went live just in time for opening day! We'll be sharing information on upcoming events, offering expert advice on preparing delicious foods from our market vendors, giving tips on eating healthy on the go, and much, much more. We would greatly appreciate your comments on our blog posts, and we truly value your friendship and support of the market.
Volunteers Needed
Market officials will need your help setting up and breaking down the Market. Please contact the market here.
Starts With You
Become a Market producer/vendor by clicking here.
Making The News
Did you make it out for opening day? The Times Herald sure did! Check out this recent article covering our opening day. Want to join in the fun? Come on out to the next market which will take place on Saturday, June 14 from 9 AM to 1 PM.
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| COMMUNITY |
MLB All-Star
Upper Merion Township is pleased to recognize Roberts Elementary School Principal Jabari Whitehead who one of the three finalists for the People Magazine, Major League Baseball and Target All-Star Teacher Award. The winner is selected by popular vote and will represent the Philadelphia Phillies at the 2014 All-Star Game. Please click here to help Principal Whitehead be recognized as the All-Star Teacher we all know he is!
Get Rowing The Upper Merion Crew team will be holding rowing sessions for 7th graders and up to teach them how to row. View more information about this program here.
Fundraiser
On Saturday, June 14 from 9 AM to 2 PM local Boy Scouts will hold a car wash at the King of Prussia Medical Center. The center is located at 491 Allendale Road.
Elmwood Park Zoo
On Saturday, July 12 from 10 AM - 5 PM the Elmwood Park Zoo will be holding an Upper Merion Half Price Day! Check out the flyer here.
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To register for any of the programs, click here to visit our online registration website.
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PUBLIC WORKS
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Road Work On Arden Road
Arden Road was closed from the intersection of South Gulph Road up to Lantern Lane on Friday from 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM. The road closure on 6/13 was necessary to clear fallen trees near the roadway.
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LIBRARY
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Traveling This Summer?
The library offers travel information within US and across the world. Check the A to Z USA and A to Z World Travel. For more information, check out our Online Resource page.
The Summer Countdown Has Begun
The Library's Summer Reading program registration will begin on Monday, June 16 for all ages (Kindergarten - Adult). Register and read to win cool prizes. Remember that all books must be logged in at the library by Friday, August 29. Visit our website for more information on our Teen & Adult Summer Reading Program.
Caution...
...this show contains fun and laughter may occur! Kick off our summer reading program with the amazing juggling Hoffmans. This family event will be held on Tuesday, June 17 from 7-8 PM in Freedom Hall. It is free and no registration is required.
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POLICE
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 UMPD Tweets
The Upper Merion Police Department is expanding its communications with area residents and visitors. Follow them @UMerionPD.
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Showboat Casino Trip
Showboat Casino on Monday, June 23. Bus departs from the Senior Service Center at 9:00 am and returns approximately 7:00 pm. Total cost is $25.00 per person and includes $25.00 free slot play. Limit 47 passengers. Must complete registration form, which is available at center or through our website at www.umssc.org. Note that a minimum of 35 passengers must be registered by Monday, June 9 or trip will be cancelled.
Line Dancing
The Upper Merion Senior Service Center has line dancing at 1:00 PM in the gym on Wednesdays for a small fee of one dollar. The coordinator is Aracelia Panzano.
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Recycling In The Township
Have any questions about what the recycling requirements are in Upper Merion? Need to find a local recycling site? Click here.
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Township News
For more the latest information, click here.
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MEETING SCHEDULE
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MONDAY
June 16, 2014
Economic & Comm.
Develop. Committee
Board Room
7:00 PM
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TUESDAY June 17, 2014
UM Municipal
Utility Authority
Board Room
7:00 PM
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WEDNESDAY June 18, 2014
Zoning Hearing
Board
Freedom Hall
7:00 PM
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THURSDAY June 19, 2014
No Meetings
Scheduled
No Meetings
Scheduled
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