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TOWNSHIP CLICKS
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Please Note: The e-newsletter will be on a summer hiatus: September 21, September 28, and September 4)
"Love The Skin You Are In"
The Girl Scout troop wrapped up its U-CAN-B-U summer series workshops for grades 5-8. Carla Showell-Lee, Chief Information Officer, presented Love The Skin You Are In. The free event was hosted by the township library's children's department. (Picture: l. to r. Jeanne Kaufman, Head of Children's Services; Alexandra (front); Lindsey, (back); Milani; Carla Showell-Lee; Juliette, Priyal; Sue Kirkpatrick, Children's Staff) - (Please Note: We apologize but Jeanne Kauffman was cut out of this photo)
Upper Merion Senior Service Center
The new home for the UMSSC will be located at 431 W. Valley Forge Road in King of Prussia. Become a member today! Questions: Call 610-265-4715.
Pre -Labor Day 
Theresa DeFelice, long-time township resident ( 60 plus yrs.), turned 82 years young this week. Ms. DeFelice took a pre-Labor Day stroll through Norview Farms, taking time to feed the goats. Glad you are feeling better Ms. DeFelice!
(Picture submitted by son Rob D.)
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Edited By: Karl Helicher, Library Director
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COMMUNITY
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Mosquito Spraying
The Montgomery County Health Department will be spraying on Thursday, August 20 from 8:30 PM until 11:00 PM. A mosquito collection testing detected the West Nile Virus. The rain date is Thursday, August 27.
Lafayette Ambulance Fund Drive
Please support our efforts to provide our community with the most comprehensive emergency medical care possible. Donation mailers will arrive next week. Please contact our office at 610-992-0399 with any questions. You can also visit our website at www.medic317.org to donate. More details here.
13th Annual Golf Outing
School Donations Needed Some schools are opening before the Labor Day weekend. Feel The Warmth, a local non-profit organization, is holding a back to school drive and will accept the following list of items. The boxes are located in the upper and lower lobby of the township building.
Can You Sing? Remembering 9/11 The 4th Annual KOP 9/11 Memorial 5K Run & 1 Mile Fun Walk is back. Are you unable to participate? O nline donations are accepted. The proceeds benefit the KPVFC 9/11 Memorial and a portion will go to The Zachary Wallace Fund and Team Melanie "No One Fights Alone." To register or donate - follow this link and click the "registration" tab. Tracking Rail Project SEPTA representatives presented an update on the King of Prussia Rail Project at the Board of Supervisors Workshop in July: plans to provide an extension of the Norristown High Speed Line (NHSL) to the King of Prussia area are being evaluated. Stay up to date here. Carillon Concerts
Valley Forge Summer Carillon Concerts continue at Washington Memorial Chapel, Route 23 in Valley Forge Park. On Wednesday, August 19, Jesse Ratcliffe from Luray, Virginia will perform. These free hour-long concerts are held every Wednesday in July and August at 7:30 PM. Rain or Shine. Further info: 610-783-0120, 610-265-5211; www.wmchapel.org
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FARMERS MARKET
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Stay In Touch
Every month the Farmers Market has something special planned. Stay in touch by visiting the Market.
E-Newsletter Sign-up
Sign up for the Market e-newsletter.
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LIBRARY
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 Movie Matinee Bring friends and family to see The Incredible on the big screen Wednesday, August 26 at 3:00 PM.
Talking About.....
Archaeology: Is It Really Like Indiana Jones?
Children entering grade 4 and up, teens, and adults are invited to a talk with Dr. Steve on Wednesday, August 26 at 7:00 PM in Freedom Hall. He is from the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology.
Drum Away Blues
On Monday, August 17 at 2:00 PM in Freedom Hall, music educator/percussionist Craig Harris will provide adults and children with the key to stress relief tools for emotional balance.
Super Hero Story Time
On Monday, August 17 at 11:00 AM in the Little Theater, preschoolers ages 2 - 5 can join us for a SUPER story time, celebrating the amazing powers of "super" heroes through fun books and songs. Registration required.
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PARKS AND RECREATION
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UMT Community Pool
The swim club price structure has not been established for future seasons but Community Center passholders will receive a discount on Upper Merion Township swimming pool memberships. Remember the deadline to become a Charter Passholder is September 25, 2015. (Pool location: 431 W. Valley Forge Road)
Did You Know?
Once the Upper Merion Community Center opens - - as a new passholder member -- you will receive your very own membership card during your initial visit. Cards must be shown each time you come to the UMCC. More details are forthcoming.
Trivia Night
It's baaaack! Mark your calendars for the next Parks and Recreation Trivia Night!
WHEN: Friday September 11, 2015
TIME: 7:00 PM-9:30 PM
WHERE: King of Prussia Firehouse Hall 170 Allendale Road, King of Prussia PA
* Trivia by JoJo Trivia!
* GREAT Prizes!
* Sandwiches!
* Cash Bar & Drink Specials!
* Raffles!
* Hear the latest about our new Community Center!
Sign up to receive email updates about the Upper Merion Community Center!
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PUBLIC WORKS
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 Arden Road Update
Click here for status of bridge repairs.
Stay Connected
Get the latest on Arden Road and much more right here on the township's Public Works Facebook page.
Fall Forward
The fall leaf schedule will be posted in the September 11 e-newsletter and in the fall edition of Township Lines.
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DID YOU KNOW?
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Fall Safety Tips
With proper precautions and safety awareness, your family can enjoy that crisp autumn weather while avoiding some of the dangers that come with the season. Check this out.
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SENIOR CENTER
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Enjoying Summer?
Why not? Here's a detailed list of things to do if you are a member of the Upper Merion Senior Service Center.
August Calendar
See all the activities that are available this month for anyone who is 55 or older and a member of the UMSSC.
UMSFF
Please register for the Upper Merion Senior Fall Fling on Thursday, September 24. This year's theme is A Community of Service. Four nonprofit organizations will be recognized: Neighborhood Meals on Wheels, Feel the Warmth, Upper Merion Emergency Aid, and the Women's Club of Upper Merion.
Stay In Touch
Call the Center at 610-265-4715 to register for any program.
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KOP Inn History - Part 2
During the 1950s and 1960s, the King of Prussia Inn remained vacant and isolated between the lanes of US 202. Weather and vandalism took its toll both inside and out. In preparation for the 1976 Bicentennial, the exterior of the Inn received a makeover. Then in 1997 PennDot once again planned another highway expansion project, requiring the Inn which is protected by the National Register to be relocated.
(Courtesy of the King of Prussia Historical Society)
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POLICE
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Don't Be Scammed
Upper Merion area residents are being targeted by scams.
Follow Us....
on Twitter anytime during the day.
Crime Bulletin
Stay informed about what is going on in your area. (Updated through July 31, 2015)
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Social Media Assistant
Human Resources is working with the Public Information Office on filling the Social Media Assistant position. We realize that many families are vacationing during the summer season, so we have extended the deadline to August 31, at 6:00 PM.
BOS Meeting
The BOS Business Meeting has been rescheduled for Thursday, August 20 at 7:30 PM. Join us for a LIVE taping at the township building. Or view it on UMGA-TV (Comcast: 22; Verizon: 33)
Board Vacancies
Additional Zoning Workshops
September 10 - 5:00 p.m.
October 8 - 5:00 p.m.
December 3 - 5:00 p.m.
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Slow Going
U.S. 422 will be reduced from two lanes to one on Sunday, August 16, through Thursday, August 20 from 7:00 PM to 5:00 AM for bridge pier repairs and painting.
Stay Alert
Motorists can check conditions on more than 40,000 roadway miles by visiting www.511.pa.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day and provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information, and access to more than 770 traffic cameras.
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Better Living
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