News from Upper Merion Township

September 19, 2014

TOWNSHIP CLICKS

UMSCC Visionaries

(Picture l. to r.) Former PA State Senator Connie Williams &

former Upper Merion Board Supervisor Barbara Frailey attended the 13th Annual Senior Fall Fling on Thursday, September 18, 2014.

Mrs. Williams inspired the creation of the Upper Merion Senior Service Center while Mrs. Frailey served on the Board.

Proclamation Presentation

Board of Supervisors Chairperson Greg Waks presents Former Executive Director of the Upper Merion Senior Service Center Harry Bailey and UMSCC President Mary McCree with a Proclamation for the Senior Center at the 13th Annual Senior Fall Fling, on Thursday September 18, 2014.

UMASD Chamber Strings

The Upper Merion Area School District's Chamber Strings performs at the 13th Annual Senior Fall Fling, Thursday, September 18, 2014.

(Musical Director: Diana Helmetag)

Upper Merion Senior Service Center Band

The Upper Merion Senior Service Center Band performs at the 13th Annual Senior Fall Fling on Thursday, September 18, 2014.

(Band Director: Ed Hickman)

Great Food! Great Fun!

Siganos Restaurant provided food for more than 320 registered seniors at the 13th Annual Senior Fall Fling on Thursday September 18, 2014.

(The King of Prussia Mall hosted the event)

(Pictures provided by UMGA-TV's Television Coordinator Don Herbert)

COMMUNITY

Let's Talk History

On Saturday, September 20, the Upper Merion Historical Society will participate in the 2014 Montgomery County History Day. This all day event at Heckler Plains Farmstead (237 Landis Road, Harleysville) will feature numerous activities for everyone. Click here for more information.

Clothing Drive

Your support of the clothing drive on Saturday, September 20, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM is greatly appreciated.

Learn To Prune

This upcoming pruning workshop on Tuesday, September 30 is sponsored by the Upper Merion Shade Tree Commission and the Upper Merion Tree Tenders. Click here.

Hey, Wanna' Beer?

The largest outdoor Beer Festival is back! The 3rd Annual King of Prussia Beerfest Royale will be held on October 2 and 4. The event features 50 plus craft and international brewers, more than 100 different beers, KOP's best restaurants, live music on two stages and so much more. It's all happening at the King of Prussia Mall! Register at kopbeerfest.com.

Run or Walk

It's all for a good cause. Feel The Warmth's 2nd Annual 5k Run, 1 Mile Walk & Children's Hero Run will be held on Saturday, October 18 at 9:00 AM in Reeve's Park (Main St. & 3rd Ave.) in Phoenixville.

Questions? Please contact Janet at janet@feelthewarmth.org or 484-767-5843.

Wheels For Wishes

This non-profit program picks up donated cars and recycles or auctions them and then donates the proceeds to Make-A-Wish Philadelphia, Northern Delaware, and Susquehanna Valley. The program grants wishes to local kids. More information here.

ADMINISTRATION

RSVP - Citizen Board Luncheon

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. Click here for citizen board openings.

Looking Ahead

The BOS Zoning Workshop will be held on Thursday, October 9 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM, followed by the BOS Workshop at 7:30 PM. Both meetings will be held in the board room.

Meeting Cancelled

The Planning Commission meeting on Wednesday, September 24, is CANCELLED. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 8.

Sneak Peek

Important dates ahead. Click here.

Connect With Us

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POLICE

Public Service Campaign

Interested in displaying this UMPD campaign poster at your place of business? Please contact the Community Response Unit at 610-265-3232 or email hnuskey@umtownship.org. Please forward to business owners.

Dispose Drugs Safely

Turn in your unused or expired medication for safe disposal on Saturday, September 27, 2014 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Upper Merion Township building.

Click here.

FARMERS MARKET

Farmers Market LOGO

Road Trip

On Sunday, October 12, we're visiting A'Dello Vineyard and Winery in Perkiomenville, PA.Bus service will be provided to the vineyard. The van will leave the township building from the rear entrance. To reserve your spot, contact Lydia at manager@uppermerionfarmersmarket.com. A $5.00 registration fee must be paid in advance at the UMFM information booth. Must be 21 or over to attend.

Clothing Drive

Your support of the clothing drive on Saturday, September 20, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM is greatly appreciated. View flyer.

Connect With Us

Stay in the know by logging onto the UMFM website.

ON THE MOVE

Slow Down

Aqua Pennsylvania will restrict traffic for pavement restoration on U.S. Route 202 (DeKalb Pike) between Town Center Road and Henderson Road, in Upper Merion Township, on Thursday, September 25 through Saturday September 27 from 7:00 PM to 6:00 AM.

Traffic Alert

Drivers can check conditions on major roadways by visiting www.511PA.com.

SENIOR CENTER

Fall Fling Rewind

If you missed the 13th annual Senior Fall Fling, UMGA-TV will broadcast it in October. Help us plan next year's Fling by calling Mary McCree at 610-265-4715.

Can You Play?

The Upper Merion Senior Service Center Band is looking for members. If you are 55, or older and can practice on Tuesdays, call us at 610-265-4715.

Tai Chi

This is a great class to reduce your stress and anxiety, while increasing your flexibility and balance. Tai Chi is offered on Wednesday's and it's FREE.

PARKS AND RECREATION

Tennis Love

Enjoy the great outdoors before the cold weather hits. Sign up for our adult outdoor tennis program at Bob White Park.

Get Fit

Improve strength, coordination, speed, and agility. Sign up for our NEW Youth Strength and Conditioning program.

Hatha Yoga

If your doctor says you need to learn to relax, sign up for Hatha Yoga. It's offered on Tuesday nights at 7:00 to 8:00 PM at Roberts Elementary School, beginning Tuesday, September 23.

After School Programs...

...begin during the week of September 22, with the exception of Hands on Science, which starts at Caley Elementary School during the week of September 14. Sign up your future scientist right here.

LIBRARY

Social Security Workshop

Two sessions to discuss social security benefits will be held on September 23 and September 30 at 6:00 PM in Freedom Hall. Registration Required.

Winged Wonders Day

Kids ages 2-5 years old are invited to join us for an interactive story time about monarch butterflies at 10:30 AM on October 25. Register here.

Parent/Child Workshop

Meet us in Freedom Hall for a workshop that will answer your questions about literacy, art, creativity, discipline and how children between the ages of 1 - 3 learn. Dates: September 26, October 3, 10 and 17. Development specialists will be present each week. Register here.

All About Jazz

Jazz Night will be held in Freedom Hall on October 10 at 7:00 PM. Stephen Wise and The Edge band will perform. This popular annual event is sponsored by the Upper Merion Township Library Friends of Black History.