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COMMUNITY
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Thanksgiving Day - Give Back
A number of local organizations offering assistance to those in need are seeking people who are able to volunteer their time or resources. Thankfully, Township resident Katie Kohler, Times Herald free-lance writer, shared her write-up with the Public Information Office on how residents can give back to the community this holiday season. Thanks Katie!
Thank you for registering and participating in the Upper Merion Township Citizens Academy! Next up: Parks and Recreation, which will present on November 24 at 7:00 PM. Find out why the P & R Department is determined to keep the township fun!
Feel The Warmth
Upper Merion Township is serving as a donation site for Feel The Warmth's Children's Coat and/or Holiday Toy Drive again. As of Wednesday November 25, boxes will be located in the lobby of the Township Building. Thank you for your donation.
Wanna' Go Shopping?
Please note the up-to-date holiday mall hours:
November 26 - Thanksgiving, 6:00 PM - 1 AM
November 27 - Black Friday, 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
November 28, Saturday, 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
November 29, Sunday, 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Shop AmazonSmile
When you shop at www.smile.amazon.com, the AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to the Foundation. The purchase price is the amount paid for the item minus any rebates and excluding shipping & handling, gift-wrapping fees, taxes, or service charges.
The Great Outdoors
Hiking is a great stress reliever! McKaig Nature Center is partnering with numerous stores that will close on Black Friday, November 27. The Center is encouraging employees and shoppers to visit the great outdoors. For more information visit here or EnjoyMcKaig.org
MLK Committee
Please help plan Upper Merion Township's 28th Annual Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The national holiday committee meetings start at 6:45 PM and usually last about an hour. Next meeting: December 10, Henderson Room.
Scouting For Food
Local Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts are holding their annual "Scouting for Food Drive," which is also part of the National Good Turn Service Project. On Saturday, November 21, Cub Scouts from packs 481 and 551 will collect the generous donation of food from the good people of our community.
Become A Scout
To join either Boy Scouts or Cub Scouts, please email cubmaster@cubpack551.org or visit http://cubpack551.org for Pack 551, or email pbscience@aol.com for Troop and Pack 481.
Holiday Wreath Sale
KOP Boy Scout Troop 551 will set up in front of Angelo's Pizza (on Beidler Road) Friday, November 27 from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM; and on Saturday, November 28 from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Or, stop by the Upper Merion Baptist Church on Valley Forge Rd. any Tuesday night between 7:30 PM to 9:00PM until December 8. Wreaths will also be sold at the Upper Merion Football game (at the Middle School Field) on Thanksgiving morning. Cost: $18
E-Newsletter Break
There will no e-newsletter on Friday, November 27. Look for its return on Friday, December 4.
2015 Christmas Joy
The Valley Forge Chorale is celebrating its 6th Anniversary Season! The Christmas Joy concerts will feature many holiday favorites performed by talented singers, a full orchestra, and local soloists from the area. Visit ValleyForgeChorale.org for details.
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FARMERS MARKET
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"So Long, Farewell!"
Picture the Von Trapp family children singing that song in the background as the regular Market vendors close up shop Saturday, November 21. Be sure to stop by and get what you need for Thanksgiving!
auf Wiedersehen
All good things must come to an end. Please note that some vendors will still visit during the winter market season beginning December 5. A few farmers and other vendors will setup in the lower parking lot, every other Saturday from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The email newsletter will have information on pre-ordering from each vendor. Please view the website for the details.
One Mo' Thang!
Don't forget to redeem your Market Money this week, and if your Loyal Patron card only needs one more punch, do it now! Thank you to all of the patrons and vendors for another terrific season.
What's Up?
Every month the Farmers Market has something special planned. Stay in touch by visiting the Market.
Stay In The Know
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LIBRARY
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Wanna' Be Stress Free?
The Upper Merion Library staff has put together a series of programs that will assist you in having a stress free December! Take a look at the line-up.
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PUBLIC WORKS
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Scottie Beamed Up!
The Upper Merion Township family wishes Scott Greenly, Associate Planner for Public Works, a HUGE congratulations in his future endeavors! Mr. Greenly will become the Director of Planning & Development for Whiteland Township.
In Memory Of.....
Public Works Department writes: It is with sincere sadness we announce that on Sunday, November 15, Charles "Pete" Smyrk passed away. Mr. Smyrk was a long-time resident, former Secretary of the Municipal Utility Authority, Lafayette Ambulance member/paramedic, and served on the Board of Directors as a former Vice President and Treasurer of the squad. Our condolences are extended to the family.
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PARKS AND RECREATION
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Silver Sneakers
Upper Merion needs your nomination to help bring Silver Sneakers to the NEW Community Center.
Upper Merion Community Center
Youth Basketball Leagues
UMPR offers a variety of Youth Basketball Leagues ranging from Grade 1 through Grade 12. To find out more, view the Fall 2016 Activity Guide. Registration deadline for Youth Basketball is November 23.
Disney On Ice
Discounted tickets to see Disney on Ice: 100 Years of Magic at the Wells Fargo Center on Monday, December 28 are available in the Park and Rec office. Stop by to purchase yours ticket.
Holiday Lights Contest
Enjoy decorating your home for the holidays? Register through Parks and Rec by Wednesday, December 2 to enter our 5th annual Holiday Lights Contest. Winners will be announced at the Holiday Hoopla on Friday, December 4.
Sign up to receive email updates about the Upper Merion Community Center!
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SAFETY AND CODES
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Fire @ValleyForgeTowers
No injuries are reported in a fire at the Valley Forge Towers South Building on Thursday, November 19 at 1:48 PM. The exact cause of the fire is unknown.
Thanksgiving Day Tips
Thanksgiving Day is the leading day for home cooking fires. This information provided by John Waters, Chief Fire Marshal will help you!
KOP Fire Co. Fair
The King of Prussia Fire Company is having a Holiday/Craft Vendor Fair on November 21, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. All proceeds benefit the firehouse.
Breakfast With Santa
The Swedesburg Fire Company is holding its "Breakfast with Santa" on Sunday, December 13, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Swedesburg Social Hall. Come enjoy a home cooked breakfast filled with your favorite delights with Santa.
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SENIOR CENTER
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Happy Thanksgiving!
The Upper Merion Senior Service Center is closed Wednesday, November 25; Thursday, November 26; and Friday, November 27. The Center will also be closed on Monday, December 7, for the UMSSC Holiday Party.
November Wrap Up
Check out the newsletter and see what you haven't done.
Stay In Touch
Call the UMSSC at 610-265-4715 to register for all programs.
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POLICE
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"Click It or Ticket"
The UMPD will participate in the day and night Thanksgiving "Click It or Ticket" Seat Belt Enforcement Mobilization from November 23-30. News release.
Public Safety
In the interest of public safety, the Upper Merion Township Police Department Traffic Safety Unit would like to hear your traffic related problems or concerns. Please do one of the following with this form: drop it off at the Police desk, mail it to the attention of the Traffic Unit, or e-mail it to aelverson@umtownship.org. (175 W. Valley Forge Road, King of Prussia)
Crime Bulletin
Stay informed about what is going on in your area. (Updated through November 13, 2015)
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BCA Is Back!
The Board of Community Assistance (BCA) Grant Program was established by the Board of Supervisors and Valley Forge Casino Resort to provide grants to organizations that serve Upper Merion residents and to award scholarships for high school seniors from Upper Merion Township who are continuing their education. Applications are now being accepted.
Board Vacancies
Here is the most up to date list on our township website.
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Slow going
Travel restrictions are scheduled on U.S. 422 and Route 363 (Trooper Road) on Monday, November 23, and Tuesday, November 24, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM for roadwork. The project is scheduled to finish later this fall.
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Better Living
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