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COMMUNITY
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Let's Laugh
The Upper Merion Football team is having a comedy show fundraiser at the Valley Forge Casino Resort (TONIGHT) Friday, October 3 at 8:00 PM. More information here.
Free Flu Shots
The Montgomery County Health Department is offering FREE immunizations for Upper Merion Township residents in Freedom Hall on Tuesday, October 7, from 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM.
Safe To Celebrate!
The Community Alliance for a Safer Tomorrow's (CAST) grant has been renewed for another year, and CAST is celebrating with cake and prizes on Wednesday, October 8 at 7:00 PM, at Upper Merion Area High School in the Large Group Instruction Room. Everyone is welcome to attend.
"Voices From Mt. Pleasant"
A special presentation about the history of one of Upper Merion's oldest and predominantly African- American neighborhoods will be held on Saturday, October 11 at 2:00 PM at Christ Church Old Swedes Hall. Click here.
Controlled Burn
The Valley Forge Park Ranger service will be initiating a controlled burn of an 18 acre meadow along Yellow Springs Road about a half mile west of the Knox Covered Bridge. More information here and here.
Help Plant Trees
Upper Merion Shade Tree Commission and Upper Merion Tree Tenders will be planting more than 30 trees in Whitegate Park on the morning of November 15. Volunteers are needed. Click here.
Practice Pruning
You've participated in the training sessions, now it's time to practice what you've learned with certified arborists on Sunday, October 5, from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Heuser Park. Contact Barley Van Clief at bvanclief@pennhort.org or 215-988-8793 to register.
What's Brewing?
A large crowd brewing at the King of Prussia Mall on Saturday, October 4. It's the 3rd Annual King of Prussia Beerfest Royale. Don't forget your tickets. Tickets? Visit kopbeerfest.com.
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Communication Is Key
Carla Showell-Lee, Upper Merion's Chief Information Officer, thanks Kelsey McMeans, Montgomery Township's Public Information Coordinator, and Deborah Rivas, Administration Supervisor, Gabriela Prete Norristown's Public Information Officer, and Shirley Funkhouser, Treasurer & Communications Chair of the King of Prussia Historical Society. Some great ideas were shared last month during their visits to our NEW office space at the Upper Merion Township building.
Board Vacancies
Become involved and share what you know; join a citizen board. Click here.
Township Calendar
October is exciting! Click here.
Connect With Us
Click here for the latest information.
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No Soliciting
The township's "no soliciting" signs can be obtained in the township building at the police desk, police records, the public information office and the cashier's office. The new ordinance went into effect September 23, 2014
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Barktoberfest
We are celebrating man's and (woman's) best friend and their owners on Saturday, October 4. Everyone will get a bone magnet and doggie treats from Braxtons.
Metropolitan Vet Services and Perfect Pooch will have a table set up at the market. (Memories by Michelle) will be taking photos of your perfect little pooch (weather permitting). There will be prizes, treats, and a costume contest.
We're joining forces with the Swedesburg Fire Company to offer German platters with all the traditional fixings, plus hard pretzels and birch beer. More information here.
Road Trip
On Sunday, October 12, we're visiting A'Dello Vineyard and Winery in Perkiomenville, PA. Bus service is provided to the vineyard. Must be 21. Reserve your spot by contacting Lydia at manager@uppermerionfarmersmarket.com. A $5.00 registration fee must be paid in advance at the UMFM information booth.
Connect With Us
Stay in the know by logging onto the UMFM website.
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Recycle! Recycle! Recycle!
Here is a recycled list of FREE recycling events in Montgomery County.
In Your Neighborhood
An Aqua project is underway in your neighborhood. Click here.
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SENIOR CENTER
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Big Bingo
On Saturday, October 11, the UMSSC will be holding its 4th BIG Bingo. Doors open at 11:00 AM and the games begin at 12:00 PM. Lots of fun for everyone! Advance tickets are on sale now.
"Breaking Legs"
The UMSSC is hosting a trip on Tuesday, October 14 to the Hunterdon Hills Playhouse for a showing of the play "Breaking Legs." Tickets are on sale now!
Band Practice
Join the UMSSC band. The group practices every Tuesday from 1:30 to 2:30 PM at the Center, and is under the direction of Ed Hickman. Musicians age 55 and over are invited to join the band.
Check out the UMSSC website for a complete list of activities.
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LIBRARY
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Are You Jazzed?
The Library certainly is. On October 10 at 7:00 PM, hear the smooth sounds of Stephen Wise and The Edge. Click here for more information.
TAG Book Discussion
Teens in grades 9 through 12 are invited to meet in the Valley Forge Room, on October 13 at 6:00 PM, to enjoy a book discussion on
If I Stay,
by Gayle Forman. Please register.
Money 101
"Learn How to Make Money" on October 13 at 7:00 PM. This class is based on the popular finance book,Rich dad, Poor Dad, written by Robert Kiyosaki. Please register.
Writers & Artists
All children in Kindergarten through 8th grade are invited to enter the 40th annual "Write and Illustrate Your Own Book" contest. Entries are due to the Upper Merion Township Library by 9:00 PM on Wednesday, October 22.
Sensory Friendly Story Time!
This fun, family story time will be held on Saturday, October 11 at 10:30 AM in the Little Theater. It is planned for children ages 3 to 8 years old with special needs. Come out to enjoy great stories, sing songs, and meet new friends. Must register.
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MEETING SCHEDULE
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MONDAY
September 22, 2014
Board of Supervisors
Joint Meeting with
School Board
UMASD High School
7:00 PM
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TUESDAY
September 23, 2014
No Meetings
Scheduled
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WEDNESDAY
September 24, 2014
Planning Commission
(CANCELLED)
THURSDAY
September 25, 2014
No Meetings
Scheduled
FRIDAY
September 26, 2014
No Meetings
Scheduled
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