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TOWNSHIP CLICKS
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Library Fundraiser
Help support the library at Chipotle in King of Prussia on Tuesday, June 23, from
4:00 - 8:00 PM. Remember 50% of the proceeds will be donated to the library!
Concerts Under The Stars Sponsors
The Parks and Recreation Department thanks all those who support our annual "Concerts Under The Stars" series! The sponsor list continues to grow! If you would like to show your support, please contact Gerri Vattimo, Marketing & Events Manager at gvattimo@umtownship.org. (All sponsors will be featured in Township Lines - summer or fall publication)
Muddy For A Good Cause
Members of the Upper Merion Police Association, Upper Merion Parks and Recreation Department, and the Upper Merion Area School District (teachers and friends) completed the Multiple Sclerosis Muckfest in Newtown Square on Saturday, May 30. The teams, "PIGS IN MUD" and "MUDACATORS" raised approximately $3,000 for MS research. Members look forward to next years event.
(Thank you to Brian O'Neill of O'Neill Graphics for the great shirt design)
Fundraising Champps!!
Thank you to everyone for participating in the Parks and Recreation Champps fundraiser on Wednesday, June 3. Ten percent of all sales were donated to the Upper Merion Parks and Recreation programs and the Daniel T. Kellett Memorial Skatepark!
(Top photo l. to r: Sally Slook, Assistant Township Manager; Angela Caramenico, Assistant to the Township Manager; Greg Waks, Board Supervisor)
(Bottom Photo: SportsRadio 94WIP Big Daddy Graham; Detective Les Glauner)
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Edited By: Karl Helicher, Library Director
Picture Inserts: Justin Friend
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COMMUNITY
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Historical Tour
Tour the historic buildings and grounds of the St. David's Episcopal Church in Wayne on Saturday, June 6 at 2:00 PM. Enjoy light refreshments and talking afterwards with members of neighboring societies.
Let's Prune!
The Upper Merion Shade Tree & Beautification Commission invites you to bring work gloves, pruner, lopper, cultivator, shovel, and a refillable water bottle to Heuser Park on Saturday, June 9 at 9:00 AM for a pruning lesson. Wear sensible shoes and a hat too! To register please contact Barley Van Clief at bvanclief@pennhort.org..
Let's Walk & Talk
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FARMERS MARKET
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Market Happenings!
On Saturday, June 6, meet jewelry artisan Gayle Flaer and wreath artisan Kari Micolucci. Musical guest, Steven Ruzansky will perform his whimsical songs and his puppetry. Greg the "Balloon Guy" will delight patrons with his balloon sculptures.
Strawberry Festival
The annual Strawberry Festival will be held on Saturday, June 13. There will be a strawberry baking contest with prizes and judges. Sign up for the baking contest in person at the market or send an email to UMFMevents@gmail.com.
Stay In The Know
Every month the Farmers Market has something special planned. Stay in touch by visiting the Market website.
E-Newsletter Sign-up
Sign up for the Market e-newsletter.
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LIBRARY
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Meet The Author
Meet and greet author Jordan Sonnenblick on Monday, June 22, at 7:00 PM in Freedom Hall. For grades 3 and up. Bring your own copy of the book for the author to sign.
Art Success
Fred Dixon will hold an art lecture, "Van Gogh: From Abject Failure to Superstar," on Tuesday, June 16 at 7:00 PM in the Valley Forge Room. More information and to register.
DEAFinitely Magic
On Tuesday, June 16 at 1:00 PM, enjoy the hilarious magic of Sam Sandler, America's only full-time deaf illusionists! It's a family event. No registration required.
Wacky Wednesday
On Wednesday, June 17 at 3:30 PM in the Little Theater, kids in grades 3 & 4 can come out for a fun book discussion about Dodger and Me, by Jordan Sonnenblick. Register.
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PARKS AND RECREATION
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Better Living Starts Here!
This Parks and Recreation slogan sums up what the Upper Merion Community Center is all about! Become a Charter Passholder if you've been looking for ways to be more connected, more healthy, more happy, and more lively! The UMCC will open in the fall of 2015.
Stay In The Know
Sign up to receive email updates about the Upper Merion Community Center!
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SENIOR CENTER
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AARP Driver's Course
On Monday, June 8 from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM, the Upper Merion Senior Service Center will host the AARP Drivers' Course, which might reduce your automobile insurance premium. Cost is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non AARP members. Payment due on day of course. Sign up at our reception desk.
Friday Flicks
On Friday, June 12, the Upper Merion Senior Service Center will show "Boyhood," starring Ethan Hawk, Patricia Arquette, Ellar Cotrane. Lorelei Linklater. Pizza at 11:15 AM; Movie at 12:00. This will be the final flick until September.
Call the Center at 610-265-4715 to register for any program.
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Upper Merion Schools
Early schools in the township were located in private homes. Gulph School, founded in 1696 was one of the first. A little log school located on Mount Joy Manor, the Camp School, was founded in 1705 by Letitia Penn. In 1725, the Union School, first erected as a log house in Matthew Roberts' woods, was replaced by a stone structure that also served as the Upper Merion Township Building. In 1733, the Swede settlers ceased tutoring their children at home and built a small school building just outside the Old Swedes Churchyard in Swedesburg.
(Courtesy of the King of Prussia Historical Society.)
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Are You A Recipient?
On behalf of Upper Merion Township, we look forward to seeing all the recipients at the private BCA awards reception on Tuesday, June 23 at the Valley Forge Casino Resort.
Website Updates
Missed something? Look on the township website.
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