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TOWNSHIP CLICKS
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"I Have A Dream Speech" Excerpt
Martin Luther King Jr.
Born, January 15, 1929 - Assassinated, April 4, 1968
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Upper Merion Martin Luther King, Jr. National Holiday Committee honored local resident Arthur Scott with its annual Humanitarian Award on Wednesday, January 14. The award presentation was part of the annual King Holiday commemoration at the Upper Merion Middle School.
UMT Represents!
Upper Merion Township hosted the Montgomery County Anti-Human Trafficking (MCAT) Coalition awards' presentation on Friday, January 16, at 1:30 PM in the Township building's Freedom Hall. Montgomery County District Attorney Risa Vetri-Ferman, Assistant District Attorney Jane Kim, and Lieutenant Chris Kuklentz of the Montgomery County Detective Bureau were recognized for their leadership and support in Anti-Human Trafficking Education and Enforcement.
(Front Row left to right) Don Benn, Government Liaison, MCAT Coalition; Obed Almeyda, Co. Chair MCAT Coalition; Rachael Yudt, Chair MCAT Coalition; Jane Kim, Montgomery County Assistant District Attorney; Risa Vetri-Furman, Montgomery County District Attorney; Lieutenant Chris Kuklentz, Montgomery County Detective Bureau; Detective Connie Marinello
(Second Row left to right) Lt. Chris Bird, Police Chief Tom Nolan; Lt. Jim Tees; Officer Harry Nuskey; Detective Les Glauner
(*MCAT - Montgomery County Anti-Human Trafficking)
(Photo credit: Don Herbert, Television Services Coordinator)
UMPD Community Outreach
Officer Carolyn Hunt held a presentation for the Upper Merion Baptist Pre-School.
School Supply Drive
Look for this box at the Upper Merion Township Building. Feel the Warmth is a non-profit organization that is hosting a mid-year school year supply drive from now through February 2.
(Pictured from l. to r. Carole Silverman, Upper Merion Township Administrative Receptionist, and Matt Frangiosa, founder of Feel The Warmth)
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COMMUNITY
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Smaller orders (non-UMASD residents included) are available for pick-up at the Boathouse in Bridgeport on March 7. Questions? Call 610-265-1981. Visit the website here.
Dr. Jane Callaghan, Superintendent of the Upper Merion Area School District, is holding a public meeting on Wednesday February 4, at 6:00 PM in the Middle School Cafeteria to further discuss the districts growing enrollment and its options. Please click here for more information.
Rambler's NEW Schedule
GVF representatives have updated the Rambler service. The new Rambler brochure can be found here. Click here for more information.
The Community Alliance for a Safer Tomorrow (CAST) is holding a Stress Management Seminar on Tuesday, January 27 from 7:00 to 8:15 PM in the Large Group Instruction Room at UMAHS. Sign up: sshelton@umasd.org or call 610-304-5533.
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Market Schedule
Yes, we're open on Saturday, January 17 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Fresh vegetables and meat and dairy are a great way for you and your family to eat right in 2015. Grab a cup of hot coffee while you're here!
Sneak Peek!
These vendors are participating at the Market on Saturday, January 17: JSA Mushrooms, Livengood Family Farm, Spring Creek Farms, and Sweet Tree Coffee Roasters.
Like Us/Follow Us
Join us on Facebook and Twitter for any last minute changes to our vendor line-up.
Stay In Touch
Log onto the UMFM website here throughout the holiday season.
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PARKS AND RECREATION
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Youth Indoor Tennis - We still have some openings. Click here.
Adventure Day Camp - Take advantage of the discounted early bird rate. Click here
Camp Beechtree - Taking registrations today. Click here. .
On Sale Now!
Discount ski tickets and movie tickets are now available in the Parks and Recreation Department. Office hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
Public Invite!
Subcommittee Meetings for the Parks and Recreation Master Plan will be held on Tuesday, February 3 at 6:30 PM and Tuesday, March 3 at 6:30 PM. These meetings will be held at the Upper Merion Township Building in the Valley Forge Room. Residents are encouraged to attend and express their feedback.
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SENIOR CENTER
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Day Of Service
The Center will be closed January 19, for the Martin Luther King Day of Service.
Medical Check Up
The Upper Merion Senior Service Center will have a nurse from MainLine Health available to check your blood pressure from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on the 2nd and 4th week of each month.
Want More?
Check out the UMSSC website for more details on all the events.
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LIBRARY
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Teen Movie Night
On Monday, January 19 at 5:30 PM in Freedom Hall enjoy the movie Harry Potter & the Sorcerer's Stone with us. For students in grades 7 through 12.
Tech Night
Santa brought you an ipad but are you tech savvy? Our youth volunteers are here to help you on Monday, January 26 at 7:00 PM. Please register.
Winter Story Times
Our 6-week winter story time session starts the week of January 26. Lots of days, times and options to choose from for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and families. It's FREE, educational and fun! Register here.
Family Fort Night
Bring the whole family on Friday, January 30, at 4:30 PM to the library with blankets, sheets, books and games to create your very own fort. Don't forget your flashlight! Register here.
Save The date
The 16th Annual Celebration of Black History will be held on Saturday, February 21 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Library Golf?
On March 28, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, come enjoy a round of golf with your family at the library. Details to follow.
Tax Help
We have begun scheduling appointments for the AARP Tax Aide Program. This program assists individuals in preparing tax returns from February until April. Appointments can be made by calling the library at 610-265-4805.
Tax Return Changes
If you prepare your own tax return we have some important information for you. The IRS appropriations were significantly cut this year, resulting in fewer forms being available. Click on library for more details.
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| E-HISTORY FACT | |
King of Prussia Marble
The inhabitants of Upper Merion derived quite a bit of wealth from its mines and quarries. The marble mined in Upper Merion ran in a long, narrow, perpendicular seam, extending down a considerable depth. The deeper the marble was obtained, the better its quality. KoP Marble was used in the more opulent homes in the northeastern US. It was used primarily for monumental public building projects from 1790-1860, especially those designed in the Greek Revival style. It replaced wood as the building material of choice. By the end of the 19th century the demand for the material had diminished and the quarrying of marble ceased.
Source: King of Prussia Historical Society
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| ADMINISTRATION | |
Board Vacancies Update
The following township citizen boards have even more vacancies. Click here.
In The Know?
View our township website here.
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Slow Going
Audubon Road will be restricted to one lane at Route 363 (Trooper Road) on Mondays - Fridays from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM through January 23. Flagging will control traffic flow during construction and drivers are advised to allow additional time.
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