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COMMUNITY
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KOP Rail Extension
Do you endorse the KOP Rail Project? Learn more about the project at connectKOP.com.
PECO Outreach
PECO's Bare Steel Service Replacement Project will begin soon. Residents affected by the project will receive notice from PECO next week about when the work is expected to begin, the time of day, and the streets included. The letter will look like this.
dineKOP Returns
The King of Prussia District (KOP-BID), a 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit special services organization, is presenting its annual dineKOP Restaurant Week, March 7-13. Participating restaurants donate a portion of their proceeds to The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia's King of Prussia Speciality Care Center.
Gift Certificate Recipient(s)
A few subscribers who joined the Got Your E-Mail - New Subscriber Fall Campaign have not claimed their $10 gift certificate. All five winners were notified in an E-Blast in November. If you unsure if you won, call 610-205-8544 or email umtinfo@umtownship.org by January 31.
Can We Talk?
The Community Alliance for a Safer Tomorrow (CAST) is sponsoring a seminar presented by, Attorney George Nikolaou. Teens, Parents, & The Law: Making Good Decisions will be held on Tuesday, January 19 at 6:30 PM in the Large Group Instruction room (LGI) at Upper Merion Area High School.
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FARMERS MARKET
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Winter Fresh
Yes we are open Saturday, January 16, 2016. Bring home fresh produce to help you stay cozy and healthy during the next two weeks. Next Farmers Market is January 30.
New Year Connection
Sign up for the Market e-newsletter and find out which Market vendors participate during the off season.
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Social Security Workshop
Will be held on Saturday, January 23, at 1:00 PM. More information and to register click here.
Saturday Story Time
On Saturday, January 16 at 10:30 AM, don't miss a fun story time with books, songs, and rhyming activities for kids ages 2 - 5. Register here.
Preschool Yoga
On Tuesday, January 19 at 10:30 AM, kids ages 3 - 5 can join a professional yoga instructor for a neat program aimed just for them. Register here.
Crazy 8s Math
On Wednesdays, from January 20 - March 9 (6:30 - 7:30 PM), students in grades 3 - 5 can join in on the fun at a free, hands-on math program. Register here.
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PARKS AND RECREATION
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Veggiecation
What is it? It is a happy and healthy after-school program for kids, featuring a different special veggie prepared by students each week. Classes start in February for Bridgeport and Candlebrook Elementary
UK Elite
There are some great Youth Soccer Programs that you will ONLY find on the Parks and Recreation website.
Shining Knights Chess
Whether you're new to the game, or just want to sharpen your skills, this chess program is for you! The NEW start date is January 25. Play fun and educational games of chess on Mondays at Belmont from 5:30-6:30 PM, January 25 until March 21.
Winter Fun?
It all starts right here.
Sign up to receive email updates about the Upper Merion Community Center!
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SAFETY AND CODES
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What's Your Emergency?
Please help emergency services find your home so in case of an emergency, Fire, EMS and Police personnel can find your residence quickly and easily.
New Ladder Unit
Members of the Swedeland Volunteer Fire Company attended an operational training this month for a new ladder unit, which is scheduled to be in service by the end of January.
All You Can Eat
The Swedesburg Volunteer Fire Company is holding an Italian Feast on Saturday, January 30, 2016.
Winter Safety Tips
Space heaters cause one-third of home heating fires and four of five home heating fire deaths. Here are some safety tips.
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PUBLIC WORKS
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Winter Reminders
DO NOT plow snow across the street, leaving "trails" in the right of way. DO NOT plow or shovel snow into the street or cover sidewalks. (Violators may face up to a $1,000 fine). Questions about snow emergency operations? Call 610-279-0313.
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SENIOR CENTER
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Health Fix Program
The presentation, Continance, by Main Line Health, has been rescheduled for Friday January 22 at 11:30 AM. Sign up sheet at the reception desk of the UMSSC.
Book Talk
Join us Monday, January 25 at 1:00 PM. Participants meet on the third Monday of the month. This month's book is Some Luck, by Jane Smiley. It offers an intimate look at a family's triumphs and tragedies, while focusing on the realities of farm life.
Stay In Touch
Call the UMSSC at 610-265-4715 to register for all programs.
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POLICE
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Airsoft Gun Safety
The Upper Merion Police Department is educating the public on Airsoft gun safety. Juvenile Detectives Les Glauner and Connie Marinello talk with Upper Merion Middle School students about how to play it safe. The video can be viewed on the township's FB page. Please share the post or retweet it on Twitter.
Weekly Crime Bulletins
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E-HISTORY FACT
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Moore-Irwin House
The Moore-Irwin House, located at 700 Moore Rd., served as quarters for General Muhlenberg during the 1777-78 encampment at Valley Forge. The 4.80 acres of the Irwin Estate's historic three-story building, arboretum, cabin, and natural area was the former location of the Upper Merion Community and Cultural Center. After various attempts to revive the property, it remains vacant.
(Source: Upper Merion's 2004 Open Space and Environmental Resource Protection Plan and King of Prussia Historical Society)
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Board Vacancies
Here is the updated list.
UMCC Job Posting
Upper Merion Township is looking for a highly motivated Front Desk Supervisor who will be responsible for all financial aspects of the Upper Merion Community Center. Details here.
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State & Waze Partner
The State of Pennsylvania and the popular navigation app Waze are partnering to offer drivers even more real-time information about crashes, road conditions, and construction zones. View news report here.
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Better Living
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