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TOWNSHIP CLICKS
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Come On In
The soon-to-be-available Spring edition of Township Lines
will take you inside this ultra-modern state-of-the-art facility.
Extra copies will be at the township building. Welcome Home!
Supervisor Greg Philips, lieutenant commander in the US Navy, is greeted by his wife Maggie and members of the King of Prussia Volunteer Fire Company upon his return from active duty in Africa.
Thank you for your service!
Publication provided by the Public Information Office.
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COMMUNITY
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Join Maintenance Morning!
Saturday, March 26 - 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM.
Meet in the Roberts Elementary School parking lot.
McKaig Nature Center is an 89-acre wooded park in Upper Merion with 3 miles of trails and 2 streams.
Three times a years, volunteers join with their neighbors for 2� hours to clean trails and work on erosion mitigation. Help out be bringing shovels, metal rakes, and wheelbarrows. Wearing sturdy shoes and eye protection is a must. For more information, visit enjoymckaig.org.
Taste of the Suburbs 
Sunday, April 3
6:30 PM to 9:00 PM
King of Prussia Mall
The King of Prussia Rotary Club invites you to sample signature menu items and spirits from more than 30 of the area's top restaurants and wineries. All proceeds are donated to charity.
Run, Walk and then Shop til you Drop!
Sunday, April 24 - Registration begins at 7:30 AM Philadelphia Premium Outlets, Limerick, PA Join the 1 Mile Walk / 5K Run to benefit the GVF TMA's Foundation, Communities in Motion. Register by April 1 to get the Early Bird rates.
To register or for more information, scan
9th Annual King of Prussia 10 Miler
On Sunday, May 22, the race begins at Heuser Park on Beidler Road at 8:00 AM, followed by a 5K run/walk, and a free Kids Fun Run at 8:15 AM.
For more information or to register online,
visit www.KingOfPrussia10miler.com.
 Found a Pothole?
PennDOT reminds motorists that they can report potholes and other roadway concerns about state roads by calling 1-800-FIX-ROAD or visiting www.penndot.gov and clicking on "Submit Roadway Feedback."
The Upper Merion Crew Team has a lot of black mulch left over in 2cf bags for $4.00 a bag. If you are interested, please contact RaeAnne at 484-686-7683 to arrange a pick up time.
Help plan the next Senior Fall Fling!  The Senior Fall Fling committee wants your ideas and experience as it plans the next great event. The committee meets monthly in the Township Building. For more information or to join email: umtinfo@umtownship.org.
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FARMERS MARKET
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Happy Spring!
We have a busy Market this Saturday. It is the day before Easter and finally... springtime. Enjoy the warm weather and visit the market for many of your Springtime meal treats. Come join us for lunch by the Surf and Turf food truck. This Saturday, our vendors are: The Ancient Kitchen (new!), Bottled Thyme, Livengood Family Farm, MacDougall's Irish Victory Cakes, Spring Creek Farms, Surf and Turf Food Truck, and Sweet Tree Artisan Roasters. Check out our Facebook page to see what they will be bringing. Better yet, come and experience the market. Saturday, 10:00-12:00
Regular season opens
Saturday, May 21 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Rain or Shine.
Check It Out
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| LIBRARY |
Coloring Night for Adults 
Monday, March 28 at 7:00 PM
in the Henderson Room. Bring your friends and enjoy coloring. Walk-ins are welcome. Materials will be provided.
Wacky Wednesday Book Discussion!
Tuesday, March 29 at 4:30pm Kids in grades 3 and 4 can come hang out and discuss Knights of the Kitchen Table, by Jon Scieszka. Pick up your copy of the book at the Children's Reference Desk and test your book trivia knowledge. Register here.
Puppets Pizazz!
Tuesday, March 29 at 6:30 PM in Freedom Hall.
Kids ages 2-8 are invited to kick-off April Family Reading Month with slap-stick humor, dancing, singing, and audience participation in a variety show filled with fun. Don't miss it!
Talk with Stephen Blumm
Tuesday, April 5 at 6:30 PM in Freedom Hall.
For more information, click here.
Money Smart Series
Mondays at 7:00 PM
April 4: Financial Literacy
April 11: Special Needs
April 18: Estate Planning and Trusts
Click here for more information.
One Book, Every Young Child Author Visit!
Tuesday, April 12 at 6:30pm
Bring the family to celebrate Kite Day by Will Hillenbrand. This popular author will be at the library to talk about his book, the writing process, and to answer your questions. Geared for children ages 2-6. Don't miss this amazing opportunity!
Spring Book Discussion Series
It began March 13. Contact the library if you would like to join. Click here for more information.
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PARKS AND RECREATION
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Summer Camp Fair
Friday, April 1 - 6:00PM to 8:00PM
Freedom Hall, UM Twp Building.
Come meet the instructors, vendors, and summer camp staff, and see the exciting summer program line-up. Enter to win FREE summer camps.
Trivia Night!
Friday, April 8 - 6:30PM to 9:00PM
King of Prussia Fire Co. Social Hall.
Plenty of Trivia, Great Food, Drink Special, Prizes, Raffles and Community Center News! Must Pre-Register - ONLY $8! For more information and to register click here. UK Elite Soccer Wednesdays, March 30 to May 17
5:00 PM to 8:00 PM or on
Sundays, April 3 to May 22
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Youth Soccer Skills programs are starting soon!
Join exciting soccer games in a safe environment that concentrate on motor skills and coordination.
April 5 and June 7, 6:00 PM-7:00 PM at Gulph Gym.
This Self-defense and youth Anti-Bullying program is designed to empower kids, ages 5-12, by providing them with the mental and physical tools to face and overcome adversity.
Computer Explorers-Bridgeport
After school on Wednesdays from May 6 to May 11.
Class will take place at Bridgeport Elementary.
In this Robotics program, we build Robots and use software to program the Robots to follow your instructions.
Youth Flag Football
Fridays April 1 to May 20 - 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
This program is designed to educate players, ages 6-16, about football while emphasizing participation, sportsmanship, and skill building. Great for new or experienced players!
UMCC - Spring 2016
Go inside the Upper Merion Community Center and see how it is shaping up. Visit the P & R's FB page.
F-O-O-T-B-A-L-L!
The Adult Coed League takes place Sundays on March 20 through June 12 from 9:00AM to 1:00PM. Games are played at Heuser Park.
Sign-up as a team or individually.
Washington DC Trip
Motor coach transportation to Washington DC on Saturday April 9. Sign up today. Bus leaves UM Township at 7:00 AM and departs from DC at 5:00 PM. Sign up at the P&R office.
Sign up
to receive email updates about the
Upper Merion Community Center!
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SENIOR CENTER
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19th Annual Flea Market Donations
The Flea Room started accepting clean, resalable items on Monday, March 21. The room will be open from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM Monday thru Thursday. Acceptable donations include children's books and toys, jewelry, knickknacks, decorative items, new clothing, and electric and electronic items in working order. Donation acceptance ends April 21.
The Center will be closed on Monday, March 28 in observance of Easter Sunday.
What's Ahead
Do something fun this month.
Get Movin'
You have no excuses. There's plenty to do for anyone right here.
Stay In Touch
Visit our website for the very latest updates.
Call the UMSSC at 610-265-4715
to register for all programs.
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| POLICE |
Tips to Help Prevent
Home Burglaries
Use landscaping that discourages burglars from walking on your property without being seen or heard. Plant shrubbery with lots of thorns, like rose bushes, under your windows to inhibit access.
For more prevention tips, click here.
Weekly Crime Bulletins
View the latest here.
Updated through March 18, 2016.
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SAFETY & CODES
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Spring Safety Tip
Never carry a power tool by the cord or yank a power cord from a receptacle. When disconnecting the cord, always grasp the plug, not the wire. Keep cords away from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
For more seasonal and holiday safety tips, click here.
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| MONTGOMERY COUNTY |
FREE Shingles Vaccine
Tuesday, April 26 - 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Upper Merion Township Building
By appointment only - Please call 610-292-4539
Montgomery County Aging and Adult Services.
The free Shingles (Zoster) vaccine is for Montgomery County Residents who are 60 years of age and older. One of three Americans will get shingles some time in their lives and the risks increase with age.
Household Hazardous Waste Events
Free residential collection events are held outdoors, rain or shine, from 9:00 AM to 3:00PM. For dates, locations, and a list of items that will and will not be accepted, click here. For additional information, visit: MontgomeryCountyRecycles.org or call the recycling line at 610-278-3618.
Are You ReadyMontco?
Have you signed up with ReadyMontco yet? This FREE emergency notification system is powered by Everbridge. Residents and businesses will receive information about emergencies, severe weather, crime alerts, and disasters in Upper Merion Township and Montgomery County. To sign up, visit readymontco.org.
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ADMINISTRATION
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Career Opportunities
Click here for the updated list.
Board Vacancies
A number of citizen boards that could use your insight and experience have openings.
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E-HISTORY FACT
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Early UM Families
Many of the early settlers and descendants of UM made their mark and moved. Some family names may only be known by the streets named after them such as Rambo, Holstein, Brooks, Henderson, Abrams, Allen, Pawling, Dewitt, Beidler, Coates, Walker, Pugh, DeHaven, Supplee, Roberts and others.
(Courtesy of the King of Prussia Historical Society)
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