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TOWNSHIP CLICKS
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month
 Each year more than 220,000 women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer and more than 40,000 will die from it. Find how you can lower your breast cancer risk by clicking here.
(Although breast cancer in men is rare, an estimated 2,150 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer and approximately 410 will die each year.)
Celebrating Service
The annual Citizen Boards, Committees, and Authorities Appreciation Luncheon was held on Sunday October 5, at Maggiano's Little Italy. Several staff liaison members attended.
Picture above: (Upper Merion Municipal Utility Authority Attendees) The list below reflects all members names but picture does not reflect all individuals present: Edward J. Veneziale, Stanley Channick, Charles Smyrk, James Ruddy, Gian Singla
Picture to the right: (l. to r.) Sally Slook, Assistant Township Manager and Sara Evans, Human Resources Director
(Sustainability: The township's new electric vehicle used by the Safety & Codes was included in the GVF report)
Township Wins Platinum!
Greater Valley Forge's Annual  Sustainable Awards
We nominated Upper Merion Township and won the highest honor! recognizes its partners for their outstanding achievements in implementing programs that provide and promote commuting alternatives for their employees and its community. More information here.
Wild hops growing in October.
Herzlich Willkommen zum Oktoberfest!
The Upper Merion Farmers Market is celebrating Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 11. Proceeds benefit the Swedesburg Volunteer Fire Company (MONTCO 49)! Food includes: Knockwurst, German Potato Salad, Sauerkraut, Hard Pretzels, and Birch Beer. LIVE entertainment and much more. Experience the excitement from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
(What does Herzlich Willkommen zum Oktoberfest mean? It's simply an enthusiastic German invitation to Ockoberfest!)
Photo credits: UMGA-TV, UMT-PIO, and Dr. Hagen Graebner
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COMMUNITY
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Sustainable Partners
The Greater Valley Forge's latest video features a partner in sustainability. Learn more here.
Run, Walk, Shop
The Sprint-N-Shop 5K Run & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk is on Sunday, October 19 at the Philadelphia Premium Outlets. Runners and walkers will receive a gift bag with retailer swag and a free VIP savings coupon book for participating stores. Proceeds benefit Communities in Motion. Go to www.movingyou.org for more information and to register.
"Voices From Mt. Pleasant"
The King of Prussia Historical Society is offering a special presentation about the history of one of Upper Merion's oldest and predominantly African- American neighborhoods. The presentation will be held on Saturday, October 11 at 2:00 PM at Christ Church Old Swedes Hall. Click here.
Become A Member
If you are a student or educator, you can take advantage of The King of Prussia Historical Society's Back To School 16 Month Membership Offer. Offer expires November 1. Click here to download a membership application.
Dog Lovers
Sproutfest is Sunday, October, 12 from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the township building park! This event is brought to you by Finding Shelter Animal Rescue and the Upper Merion Parks and Recreation Department. (Rain date: October 19) More information here.
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Oktoberfest Is Back!
The Market is joining forces with the Swedesburg Fire Company to offer German platters with all the traditional fixings. For more information visit here. Proceeds benefit UMFM.
White Pants and Biscuit
The two baby goats from the Spotted Hill Farm will be at the Market on Saturday, October 11. Bring the kids!
Let's Wine Together
Tour A'Dello Vineyard and Winery in Perkiomenville, PA on Sunday, October 12. Bus service will be provided at 1:00 PM from the Upper Merion Township building. Must be 21. Contact Lydia at manager@uppermerionfarmersmarket.org. 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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Fire Prevention Week
De-Clutter Your Space
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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Are We There Yet?
Here are some fun places to visit with your kids this Columbus Day weekend and beyond that are close to home.
1) Arnold's Family Fun Center
2) Upper Merion Township Library
3) Please Touch Museum
4) Elmwood Park Zoo
5) Valley Forge National Historical Park
6) Eastern State Penitentiary
7) American Helicopter Museum & Educational Center
8) Hedgerow Theatre
9) People's Light & Theatre
10) Washington Memorial Chapel
Slow Going
Route 422 will be reduced to one lane in both directions at the Route 363 Interchange from Sunday, October 12 to Friday, October 24 from 7:00 PM to 6:00 AM for overhead bridge painting.
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Pool Water Guidelines
Discharging chlorinated pool/spa water is harmful to fish and other aquatic life. Please read.
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Discount Tickets Available
We'll keep your Frozen - Disney On Ice tickets at the Parks and Recreation office until you pick them up. Hurry, they're going fast!
New York, New York
Take a trip to the Big Apple. Click here for more.
Clay Pumpkins
Make your our own clay pumpkins on Saturday October 18 at the Upper Merion Township Building. All supplies included. Pieces will be fired at the studio and ready for pick-up at the Township Building on October 25.
Get Ready
Don't miss the Radio City Christmas Spectacular on Sunday, November 23. This legendary show has dazzled more than 65 million people for more than 75 years. Transportation by motor coach.
November Programs
Get ready, get set and register early!
Music Classes
Preschool Programs
After School Programs
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LIBRARY
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Meet & Greet Authors
Dan Rottenberg, author of The Outsider: Albert M. Greenfield and the Fall of the Protestant Establishment, will be at the Library on October 15, at 3:00 PM. Ray Didinger, author of The New Eagles Encyclopedia and award winning American sportswriter, will be at the library on October 21, at 3:00 PM. Buy your very own signed copies.
Money 101
Learn How Money Works on October 13, at 7:00 PM. The class is based on the popular finance book, Rich Dad, Poor Dad, written by Robert Kiyosaki. Please Register.
Game Face On?
There will be a life-sized Candyland for kids at the Library at 1:00 PM on Monday, October 13 for grades 1-4. Register here. At 3:30 PM we will offer a life-sized Clue for students in grades 5 - 8. All games will take place in Freedom Hall. Register here.
Writers & Artists
All children in K-8 grade are invited to enter the 40th annual Write and Illustrate Your Own Book Contest. Entries are due to the Library by 9:00 PM on Wednesday, October 22.
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PSA - Aggressive Driving
The UMPD is participating in a program that could save your life. It's called the Aggressive Driving Enforcement and Education Project. Watch video here.
No Soliciting
The township's "no soliciting" stickers are small enough to place in the corners of your windows and doors. The signs can be obtained at the police desk, police records, the public information office, and the cashier's office of the township building. The new ordinance went into effect on September 23, 2014
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Festive Fall Opening
The Public Information Office opened its window during a soft launch on Monday, October 6. Stay tuned as staff prepares to open its door to a festive fall opening. Information boxes outside the window contain: Upcoming Bake Sale, Aging Literature, UMSSC Newsletter and Brochures of Valley Forge National Historical Park and the King of Prussia Historical Society and much more.
Board Workshop
The Board of Supervisors Workshop will be held at 7:30 PM in Freedom Hall on Thursday, November 6, due to an anticipated large turnout.
Community Connect
Become involved and share what you know; join a citizen board. Click here.
Township Calendar
October is exciting! Click here.
News Flash
Click here for the latest information.
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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!
"Breaking Legs"
The UMSSC is hosting a trip to the Hunterdon Hill Playhouse. Tickets on sale now. The form is located at the Center. The cost is $60.00 for members and $65.00 for non-members. Cost includes transportation, lunch and show.
Casino Trip
The UMSSC is hosting a trip to Resorts Casino in Atlantic City on Thursday, October 16. This trip is in collaboration with the Wayne Senior Center. Bus departs from UMSSC at 9:00 AM and returns approximately 6:00 PM. Cost: $25.00. Register at the UMSSC.
Check out the UMSSC website for a complete list of activities.
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MEETING SCHEDULE
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MONDAY
October 13, 2014
Library Board of Directors
Henderson Room
6:45 PM
Media Communications
Advisory Board
Admin. Conf. Room
7:00 PM
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TUESDAY
October 14, 2014
Fire & Rescue
Services Board
Admin. Conf. Room
7:30 PM
Park & Rescue
Services Board
Valley Forge Room
7:30 PM
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WEDNESDAY
October 15, 2014
Zoning Hearing Board
Freedom Hall
7:00 PM
THURSDAY
October 16, 2014
Board of Supervisors
Freedom Hall
7:30 PM
No Meetings
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