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TOWNSHIP CLICKS
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13th Annual Senior Fall Fling
Don't Miss It!!!
Charged Up & Ready
The township purchased a new Chevy Volt, an alternative fuel vehicle that runs on pure electricity and switches to gasoline for longer trips. It is assigned to the property maintenance officer.
 A Celebrated Life Mary Morris turned 100 years old on Sunday, August 31, 2014. Ms. Morris was born in a house on Church Road and lived in the township her entire life, and resided with her daughter in King of Prussia. Sadly, she passed away on Wednesday, September 3, 2014. Her long life continues to be celebrated by family and friends. Look for her special story in the winter edition of Township Lines. |
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PARKS AND RECREATION
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Community Fun! 
Come celebrate your community on Saturday, September 6 from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. The two day carnival runs on Friday, September 5 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM and on Saturday, September 6 from 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM. More information here. Rain date: September 7, 2014
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COMMUNITY
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Volunteers Needed
Do you have a homebound friend, neighbor, or family member in need of home meal delivery? Please contact Neighborhood Meals on Wheels at 610-265-7051 between 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Mosquito Spraying
The Montgomery County Health Dept. (MCHD) will be spraying on Monday, September 8 to control the adult mosquito population in selected areas. The rain date is Monday, September 15. Click here for map. Check out www.montcopa.org for more details.
King of Prussia Beerfest Royale
Sample incredible beer (many exclusive) from local and regional craft to hard-to-find international brands under grand outdoor tents at the King of Prussia Mall, during two sessions on Saturday, October 4. Event and ticket information visit www.kopbeerfest.com.
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Preserving the Season
Canning fruits and vegetables is not only smart and healthy and can be economical too! Check with your favorite vendors Saturday, September 6 for bulk pricing of your favorite produce.
Market Visitors
On Saturday, September 6, the Francisvale Home for Smaller Animals will share its mission as a no-kill shelter, accepting adoptable cats and dogs in a loving environment while looking for permanent homes. Visit their website here.
What's Ahead?
Join us on September 13 for International Day. Learn about other cultures and sample foods from across the globe. Enjoy music performances representing different traditions and map your ancestral background.
Labor of Love
Market officials will need your help setting up and breaking down the Market. Visit us Saturday. Or, become a Market producer/vendor by clicking here.
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LIBRARY
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Let's Get Jazzy!
Stephen Wise and The Edge will perform at the library's Jazz Night on October 10, at 7:00 PM. More information click here. Sponsored by the Upper Merion Township Library Friend's of Black History.
De-Clutter w/ Darla
This hands-on workshop for teens will be held on Monday, September 15 at 7:00 PM in the Valley Forge Room. Teenagers will learn how to organize their time, space, and information. Please bring your phone, iPad, or computer. Must register to attend.
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Calling Jr. Friends!
This fun middle school group invites you to hear more about its library volunteer activities on Monday, September 8 at 7:00 PM in the Little Theater.
Special Story Time
Don't miss this fun, "mini" two-week story time program for children, ages birth to 3 years old. Register for either Wednesday, September 10 & 17 at 10:30 AM, or ThursdaySeptember 11 & 18 at 10:30 AM. Will be held in the Little Theater.
Yoga, anyone?
Register for this Fun Friday program for 1st - 4th graders, on Friday, September 12 at 2:00 PM in the Little Theater. Note: This is an early-dismissal day for elementary school students.
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Friend of UMGA-TV
The Upper Merion Library Board of Trustees named UMGA-TV as the 2014 Library Friend of the Year. This honor has been given to volunteers, government officials, business owners, and philanthropists since 1989. Recipients are chosen based on their outstanding advocacy of the library.
Know Your Township?
Township Citizen Boards have openings as of August 2014. Click here. Note to current members: Kindly respond to Angela Caramenico by Monday, September 22, if you will be attending the Citizen Board Appreciation Luncheon, scheduled for Sunday, October 5. Your invitation has been mailed.
Looking Forward
Don't miss these important dates ahead. Click here.
Want More?
Click here for the latest information.
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You Like Hoagies?
We do too! The UMSCC will sell them at the Community Fair on Saturday, September 6 from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Heuser Park (Rain Date: Sunday, September 7).
Good Food, Good Health
On Monday, September 8 at 10:00 AM, the UMSCC will host "Good Food, Good Health" with Pari. Advance sign-up and payment is required so sufficient food can be prepared. This month Pari will be preparing lettuce wraps. Cost: $6.00.
Friday Flicks
On Friday, September 12, we'll be showing the movie, Captain Phillips, starring Tom Hanks. Come see this high tension dramatization of a real life story about Somali pirates overwhelming a cargo ship. Pizza at 11:15 AM and the movie is 12:00 PM. Pizza and movie $5.00. Movie only: $2.00. Please sign up in advance.
Waiting For YOU!!!
Please download the 13th Annual Senior Fall Fling registration form here. Deadline is today, Friday, September 5! Event date is Thursday, September 18, 2014.
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