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 Mo' Money! Mo' Money!
Stop by the Parks and Rec office and save yourself mo' money. We are offering discount tickets to theme parks, the Philadelphia Zoo, Adventure Aquarium, etc.
Summer Camps
You still have time. Take a look at the camps we have lined up for August here.
Save The Dates
Community Fair - Saturday, September 6, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Carnival - Friday, September 5, 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM and
Saturday, September 6, 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
Where? Heuser Park at 694 W. Beidler Road in King of Prussia
Come out and support local businesses and organizations while enjoying food, fun, and entertainment!
To register for any of the above programs, click here to visit our online registration website.
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| ADMINISTRATION |
Mosquito Spray Scheduled
The Montgomery County Health Dept. (MCHD) scheduled a mosquito spray in three areas of Upper Merion Township. The spraying will take place on Tuesday, August 5. Rain Date: Tuesday, August 12. Click here.
Dates Ahead
Don't miss these important dates ahead. Click here.
Word On The Street
What information would you like the Public Information Office to provide? We have literature racks located outside our new office window. Look for our soft launch opening in September. Email us at UMTinfo@umtownship.org.
Want More?
Click here for the latest information.
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| COMMUNITY |
Pruning Workshops
Tree pruning is a fun activity if you learn how to do it correctly. Join us this summer and fall for pruning workshops sponsored by the Upper Merion Shade Tree Commission and the Upper Merion Tree Tenders. Schedule listed here.
Row With Us
The Upper Merion Crew Team is looking for students in the 8th grade and up who want to learn to row. Dates and time: July 28-August 22, 8:00 AM to Noon. The cost is $300 for a 4-week session. Interested? Contact the Upper Merion Crew Team: learntorowUM@gmail.com.
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Rain or Shine
We got you "covered" on Saturday, August 2, 2014. Don't let the inclement weather stop you. We'll keep it fresh, just remember to dress -for the weather.
Looking Ahead
Our annual Health and Wellness Fair will be held on Saturday, August 9. If you are interested in participating, please contact Tina at UMFMEvents@gmail.com.
We Need You
Market officials will need your help setting up and breaking down the Market. Please contact the Market here. Or, become a Market producer/vendor by clicking here.
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SAFETY AND CODES
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Address Visibility
All homes MUST have visible street addresses to help first responders serve you and your family if a need arises. Please view these safety tips for more information. |
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LIBRARY
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Summer Reading Program - "Cool"
Not too late to sign up for the Summer Reading Program! Teens and adults can do it online and the children can register at the children's desk. Call us or check our website for more details.
An Adventure Day Camper joins in on the fun during the Mike Rose Magic Show, one of many summer reading programs.
Middle School Final Jeopardy Night
Join us Monday, August 4 from 7:00 PM to - 8:00 PM in Freedom Hall, for the Middle School Final Jeopardy Night. Three finalists from our weekly competitions throughout the summer will compete. The show will be broadcast! No registration is required.
TAG Book Discussion
On August 20, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM, join the TAG Team and enjoy the outdoor discussion on the book, The Help. Meet in the Valley Forge Room. Students entering grades 9 through 12 are welcome. Registration Required.
Traveling this summer?
The library offers travel information within the U.S. and across the world. Check A to Z USA and A to Z World Travel. Click our travel link here.
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PUBLIC WORKS
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Yard Waste Collection
It begins Tuesday, September 2 and ends Thursday, October 23, 2014. Here is a list of the items that can and can not be collected.
Knock, Knock!
Aqua Pennsylvania will be in your neighborhood. As part of its continuing infrastructure improvement program, Aqua PA, Inc. (Aqua) will replace the existing 6-inch cast iron water main, installed in 1929, on the following street in Upper Merion and West Conshohocken Borough, Montgomery County.
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ON THE MOVE
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Stay Alert
Nighttime travel restrictions will be in place on northbound U.S. Route 202 in the area of the U.S. Route 422 Interchange in Tredyffrin Township, Chester County, and Upper Merion Township, due to pavement patching. Dates/Times: Sunday, August 3, through Friday, August 8 from 8:00 PM to 5:00 AM.
Bridge Inspections
The right lane will be closed on the northbound Dannehower Memorial Bridge on Thursday, Aug. 14 in Upper Merion Township and Norristown Borough at 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Taking A Trip?
Motorists can check conditions on major roadways by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24/7. The site provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information, and gives access to more than 700 traffic cameras. 511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1.
Want More?
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| SENIOR CENTER |
Casino Trip
On Monday, August 18, Resorts Casino in Atlantic City in collaboration with the Wayne Senior Center is sponsoring a casino trip. Bus departs from UMSSC at 9:00 AM and returns at approximately 6:00 PM. Cost: $25.00 per person, which includes $25.00 free slot play. Must complete registration form by Monday, August 11. Visit the website at www.umssc.org for the form.
Are You Registered?
Please register for the 13th Annual Senior Fall Fling by clicking here. Mark your calendars for Thursday, September 18, 2014 at 9:45 AM. Where? 1st level of The Pavilion in the King of Prussia Mall. The Fling is free for senior residents of the UMASD. Deadline: September 5. Theme: Celebrating the Best of Times.
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MEETING SCHEDULE
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MONDAY
August 4, 2014
No Meetings
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TUESDAY
August 5, 2014
No Meetings
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WEDNESDAY August 6, 2014
Zoning Hearing Board Freedom Hall 7:00 PM (Upper Level)
THURSDAY August 7, 2014 BOS Zoning Workshop 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Board Room Board of Supervisors Meeting 7:30 PM
Board Room No Meetings
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