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October 2, 2015
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New Subscriber Fall Campaign
The Public Information Office is giving 5 NEW subscribers a $10 township gift certificate just for signing up! Proof of entry is required! Please tell your friends, family, and co-workers that as of September 23, 2015, the start of the campaign, the number of subscribers is now 2328!
We can do this! Who do YOU know?
We will announce the winners on Monday, November 23!
(Gift certificates are located in the Public Information Office)
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Edited By: Karl Helicher, Library Director
(Township Clicks returns after the campaign)
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COMMUNITY
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Community Day & Fall Festival - Cancelled
Due to the inclement weather forecast for Saturday, October 3, the Upper Merion Community Fair and Fall Festival at Heuser Park has been cancelled. Please share this information.
The Red Cross is having a blood drive on Monday, October 19, from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM in Freedom Hall.
Montgomery County will offer FREE flu shots to all residents on Tuesday, October 27, from 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM in Freedom Hall (sign-up in in the Valley Forge room on that day.
Upper Merion - Aerial Retro
On Saturday, October 10, at 2:00 PM in Christ Church (Old Swedes), come and explore King of Prussia's entire transformation through the lens of aerial photography. David Montalvo, UM teacher and resident, will present this hands-on interactive session.
ESL Is Back!
Do you know someone who would like to practice his/her English in a relaxed environment. It's FREE and no registration is required. Drop in Tuesdays at 1:00 PM along with other adults who speak English as a second language. Former school teacher Jean Olexy leads the group.
Safety For Teens Find out how teens can safeguard themselves from drugs, alcohol, and bullying. Susan Shelton, of Community Alliance for a Safer Tomorrow, will discuss ways that parents can help on Tuesday, October 13 at 7:00 PM in the township building's Henderson Room. Register through the library.
Can You Help?
McKaig Nature Trails will need volunteers on Saturday, October 3 from 9:00 AM to about 12:00 PM to clear waterbars and add gravel to erosion prone areas. Please meet at Roberts Elementary School Parking lot at 889 Croton Road. Personal protective equipment, shovels, metal rakes, and wheelbarrows will be needed.
Lafayette Ambulance Fund Drive
Did you receive this? Please support the LAFD so we could provide our community with the most advanced emergency medical care possible. Please contact our office at 610-992-0399 with any questions. You can also visit our website at www.medic317.org to donate.
Get a behind the scenes look at the functions and activities of local government. Registration and information can be found here.
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FARMERS MARKET
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Hurricane Who?
Puh'leez! Rain or shine, several of our vendors will be available on Saturday, October 3, 2015 to bring you the very best.
Oktoberfest is here!
Ok, almost here! In conjunction with the Swedesburg Volunteer Fire Company, the Farmers Market will be serving $10.00 platters on Saturday, October 10: Bratwurst, Bavarian Potato Salad, Sauerkraut, Rolls, Birch Beer, and Soft pretzels. Also music will be served! Can you say polka?
Beef, Barks, and Boo! Pick up a copy of Township Lines at the Public Information Office and see what's happening this month at the Farmers Market.
Every month the Farmers Market has something special planned. Stay in touch by visiting the Market.
E-Newsletter Sign-up
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LIBRARY
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 Play Workshop
Children ages 1 - 3 and their parents/caregivers are invited to attend this fun workshop on October 5 at 10:00 AM. Available will be developmentally appropriate toys for kids to enjoy. Register.
Fun Friday Combined
Join us for an extra-special event on October 9, as we learn about toys and games from long ago when Winterthur Museum visits Fun Friday. This will be a combined event for children in K-4th grade. Register.
Shed 30 Pounds in 30 Minutes
If you have paper and pounds of material not quite ready for recycling, this is for you! Certified professional organizer Darla DeMorrow will provide practical strategies on Monday, October 5 at 7:00 PM in Freedom Hall.
Date Change!
Art Lecture is now on Wednesday, November 11 at 7:00 PM, not Monday, November 2. Register.
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PARKS AND RECREATION
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Julie Avans and Dennis Rudzinski joined the Parks and Recreation team in September as Recreation Program Coordinators. Congratulations!
Slimmer Down Now
Mat pilates workout will slim your waist, stomach and hips; strengthen and tone your muscles; relieve pain and melt away stress. Bring a large towel, mat, medium/regular strength band. It all takes place Wednesdays, October 7 through December 2 from 6:00-7:00 PM at Candlebrook School.
Mah Jongg Craze!
This is a great class for beginners! It involves skill, concentration, and luck. Learn the rules and then play! Hands-on instruction included. Join us Wednesdays, October 28 through December 9 from 1:30-3:30 PM at the township building.
Deadline Extended
UMCCP Survey
Please take the Upper Merion Community Center Programming survey; we really want to hear from you. Thank you for your time!
Sign up to receive email updates about the Upper Merion Community Center!
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PUBLIC WORKS
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Down The Road
Paving operations within Upper Merion Township will begin on the following roads after October 31: Devon Park Drive, South Warner Road, North Warner Road, County Line Road, Weadley Road, Stewart Road, and Red Oak Terrace. No asphalt pavement will be placed unless the temperatures is at least 40 degrees Fahrenheit and rising.
Ready, Set, Go!
The Yard Waste Collection program will begin on Monday, October 5. The Leaf Collection Program begins on October 26 and runs through December 3. The schedule is listed in the current issue of Township Lines. The publication is available at the Public Information Office in the township building.
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SAFETY AND CODES
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 Safety Tip
Test your smoke detectors every month.
Hurricane Preparedness Here is a great link to check out.
Fire Prevention Expo
The Swedesburg Fire Company will hold its annual Fire Prevention Expo on Wednesday, October 7 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, at Henderson Square Shopping Center. Saulin Blvd will be closed during this time.
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SENIOR CENTER
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UMSSC 6th Big Bingo
Play for cash and prizes on Saturday, October 10. Doors open at 11:00 AM and the games start at 12:00 PM. Location: 650 S. Henderson Road. Call 610-265-4715 to purchase a ticket. (No one under 18 permitted) More details
here.
UMSSC September calendar is here!
Stay In Touch
Call the Center at 610-265-4715 to register for any program.
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| E-HISTORY FACT |
The PA Turnpike, the first in the nation, officially opened October 1, 1940, exhibiting new superhighway design and demonstrating that revenue bonds could finance toll roads. After the success of the original 160-mile segment between Pittsburgh and Harrisburg, the Turnpike Commission planned to expand it to connect Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. This was shelved with the onset of World War II, but after the war, the Turnpike Commission resumed construction.
(Courtesy of the King of Prussia Historical Society)
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POLICE
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Crime Bulletin
Stay informed about what is going on in your area. (Updated through September 25, 2015)
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Township Lines, the township's quarterly magazine, is here! Pick up a copy outside the Public Information Office and find out what leaf zone you are in.
The Board is located at the intersection of Henderson Road and West Valley Forge Road. Check it out.
Board Vacancies
Here is the most up to date list on our township website.
Additional Zoning Workshops
October 8 - 5:00 p.m.
December 3 - 5:00 p.m.
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Travel Restrictions - Route 363
An overhead sign is scheduled to be installed on Route 363 (Trooper Road) just south of the U.S. 422 Interchange on Monday, October 5, through Friday, October 9, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. In addition, periodic stoppages of up to 15 minutes may occur on Route 363 on Wednesday, October 7 between 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
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. It provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information, and access to more than 770 traffic cameras.
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