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TOWNSHIP CLICKS
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Fall Into Love
Congratulations to Shannon Boyle who wed Bryan Schreur on Saturday, September 13, 2014 at 3:00 PM at the Valley Forge Presbyterian Church on Town Center Road. After honeymooning in the Dominican Republic, the newlyweds, obliged the Public Information Office, and shared this photo. Both Shannon Boyle and Bryan Schreur are employees of Upper Merion Township.
"One of the most amazing gifts in life is to find someone who knows all your flaws, differences, and mistakes, yet still loves everything about you." Author Unknown
Celebrating Service
Fire & Rescue services personnel are recognized for their years of service during the Board of Supervisors meeting on Thursday, October 16. Vice Chair Supervisor Erika Spott presents the Gutkowski Township Firefighter of the Year Award to Jim Gallagher. Looking on is Township Fire Marshal and Safety and Codes Director John Waters.
The Award Goes To...
UMGA-TV receives the Library Friend of the Year Award!  This honor recognizes a person or organization that has exemplary supported the Library. Chief Information Officer Carla Showell-Lee accepted the award on behalf of UMGA-TV. Television Services Coordinator Don Herbert could not attend.
Jazz Keeps It Real
Jazz Night was a HUGE success!! Stephen Wise (Far Left) and the Edge performed at the Library on October 10 at 7:00 PM. The Library staff thanks everyone for participating.
Library Director Karl Helicher knows how to "keep it real" too.
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COMMUNITY
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"True Grit"
David Meketon will be speaking at the next CAST seminar. Topic? True Grit: Why Effort is as Important as Talent. The FREE event will be held on Monday, November 10 at 7:00 PM in Room C-230 at the Upper Merion Area Middle School. Contact Susan Shelton at sshelton@umasd.org or call 610-304-5533 to register.
Run or Walk
It's your choice. Feel the Warmth's 2nd Annual 5k Run, 1 Mile Walk & Children's Hero is on Saturday, October 18 at 9:00 AM at Reeve's Park on Main Street and 3rd Avenue in Phoenixville. Click here.
All About Family
The Children's Hero Run on Saturday, October 18, supports Feel the Warmth. The run is for children 11 and under. Join your favorite super heroes who will cheer the Children's Hero runners to the finish line! (Costumes are optional for Children's Run participation)
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.
Give Blood
The Red Cross Blood Drive will be on Monday, November 3, from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM in Freedom Hall.
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Stop and Shop - Oct. 18
Aunt Mamie's will sell pumpkin gnocchi, potato gnocchi, ricotta gnocchi
eggplant & goat cheese ravioli, prosciutto ravioli, fresh fettuccine and marinara sauce.
Frecon Farms will sell orchard fruits, fruit jams, apple and pear cider.
Chef's Duds by Deb will have Chef's aprons in creative patterns for all interests and occasions. Just Four Dogs is offering a wide selection of homemade natural treats for your dog or cat, ranging from basic or flavored breath-freshener, to grain-free, high fiber, or vegan treats.
Trick or Treat
Bring the kids in their best Halloween outfits for a costume contest on Saturday, October 25. The Harvest Scarecrow will lead the children around the Market for treats. The Optimist Club will be available for pumpkin decorating.
Connect With Us
Stay in the know by logging onto the UMFM website.
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Recycle Your Campaign Signs
All Montgomery County residents can drop off their campaign signs from November 5 to November 12,at the following locations. Click here.
Recycle, Resuse, Restore
Here is a recycled list of FREE recycling events in Montgomery County.
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Detour in Collegeville
Route 29 (First Avenue) will be closed and detoured between Ridge Pike and Route 113 (Bridge Road) in Collegeville Borough, on Saturday, October 18 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM for the replacement of a deteriorated drainage.
Slow Going
Route 422 has been reduced to one lane in both directions at the Route 363 Interchange from 7:00 PM to 6:00 AM until Friday, October 24 for overhead bridge painting.
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Yard Waste Collection - Ends Oct. 23
Here are some guidelines on collecting your yard waste. Click here.
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Radio, New York, and Disney
You don't have to pay a lot to have some fun! Get your discount tickets at the Parks and Recreation office for the following events.
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
New York City Trip
Disney on Ice: Frozen
Pumpkin Carving
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.
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LIBRARY
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Meet & Greet
On Tuesday, October 21, at 3:00 PM, the Library will welcome award winning sportswriter Ray Didinger. Click here. Patrons can buy an autographed copy of his book, The New Eagles Encyclopedia.
Who Was Picasso?
Fred Dixon will lecture on Picasso: His Art & His Women on October 30 at 7:00 PM at the Library. Registration Required.
Party w/ Captain Underpants
On Monday, November 3 from 6:30 - 7:30 PM. All 2nd through 4th graders are invited to "save the world" with this famous book character. Register here.
Writers & Artists
All children in grades K-8 are invited to enter the 40th annual Write and Illustrate Your Own Book Contest. Entries are due at the Library by 9:00 PM on Wednesday, October 22. Requirements here.
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Zoning Workshops
Mark your calendar for Thursday, November 13, 2014 at 5:00 PM and Thursday, December 11, 2014 at 5:00 PM.
(These additional Zoning Workshops have been added to the 2014 Calendar) See complete list at www.umtownship.org.
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.
Board Vacancies
Become involved and share what you know; join a citizen board. Click here.
What's Happening?
Visit the township website and find out. Click here.
Connect With Us
Click here for the latest information.
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SENIOR CENTER
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Fling Critique Meeting
The Upper Merion Senior Fall Fling was a huge success! If you have any ideas on how we can make it even better next year, join us on Tuesday, October 21 at 9:30 AM in the Henderson Room of the Township Building.
Book Talk
On Monday, October 20 at 1:00 PM, we will discuss Tall Grass, by Sandra Dallas. All are welcome.
"Concussions"
Mary Gilliford will present a timely program called, Concussions, on Wednesday, October 22 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Please sign up at the reception desk at the UMSSC.
Want More?
Check out the UMSSC website for a complete list of activities.
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MEETING SCHEDULE
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MONDAY
October 20, 2014
Economic & Comm.
Develop. Committee
Board Room
7:00 PM
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TUESDAY
October 21, 2014
UM Municipal
Utility Authority
Board Room
7:00 PM
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WEDNESDAY
October 22, 2014
Planning Commission
Freedom Hall
7:00 PM
THURSDAY
October 23, 2014
Board of Supervisors
Budget Workshop
Board Room
7:00 PM
No Meetings
Scheduled
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