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Monday, January 31, 2011

FREE Community Dinner Offered...

ST. MARK LUTHERAN CHURCH HOSTS SECOND COMMUNITY DINNER

    On Sunday, March 20, St. Mark Lutheran Church,
436 N. Oak Avenue, Clifton Heights, PA
(610-626-5295) will host a Loaves and Fish Community Dinner for members of the community. The dinner will begin at 4 pm. Please call the church office at 610-626-5295 to make your reservation for your family at this FREE event. Come and enjoy a good meal with neighbors and friends.

FREE Heritage Workshop For History Buffs


FREE Heritage Commission Seminar Offered
 
When: March 26, 2011
 
Time: 8:30 AM-12:00
 
Where: County Council Meeting Room
Government Center Building
201 W. Front Street
Media, PA 19063
 
Cost: FREE!!!
 
Description: The Heritage Commission of Delaware County is hosting their annual seminar on Saturday, March 26th.  This Free workshop is for historical societies, historic sites, historical groups, homeowners of historic houses, and anyone else who wants to learn more about the importance of managing your collections. 
 
  Check the county website for more info!

FREE Workshops For Those Who Are Job Searching

MyCareerTransitions Announces Topics for February and March Forums at Penn State Great Valley Campus

WHAT/WHEN
February 12, 2011:     You Are a Brand – Think Like One in Your Job Search
Like it or not, you are a brand—even if you disagree, don’t want to be, or do nothing about it.  And instead of a big advertising budget, you probably only have your reputation, network, and a resume. Do you really understand what your brand is?  Why should a company pick you?  Stop and rethink your positioning before inefficiently spending more of your time and other resources.

Presented by Bart Ruff, the founder of MyCareerTransitions, who is passionate about building brands, marketing and helping others.  He is senior manager of brand development and consumer insight for Retail Brand Group, a division of Sodexho that creates and executes restaurant brands. Previously, he held marketing positions with Miller Beer and HBO.  He holds an MBA in marketing from Penn State.

March 12, 2011:  How to Keep Your Job Search Vibrant and Effective
Walk through the five stages in the job search funnel. Discover the activities critical to each stage and the tools and resources you will need at each stage. This interactive workshop will give you new ideas, motivation and make your job search more effective.


Presented by Amy Dinning who is a training and development professional. She has created and facilitated training to all organizational levels, most recently at AstraZeneca in the Clinical Education and Learning Department. Amy creates interactive and enjoyable environments that support learning. She created Jump Start Your Job Search, workshops that provide help and hope to those in job transition.  Amy holds a master’s degree in Instructional Systems and Design from Penn State.

WHERE
MyCareerTransitions meetings/forums are held the second Saturday of the month, 9:45 – 11:45 a.m., at Penn State’s Great Valley campus, Musser Auditorium, 30 East Swedesford Road, Malvern, Pa, 19355. There is no meeting in August or December.

WHY
MyCareerTransitions was started in 2005 by Penn State alum Bart Ruff. In the past five years, the group has helped more than 4,000 area professionals navigate job transition. The group has accomplished this without funding; it relies on the efforts of a dozen volunteers who contribute their time and talent as a way to “pay it forward” and help others. Today, the meetings are presented in partnership with Penn State Great Valley’s Alumni Society.

MyCareerTransitions workshops are FREE but advanced registration is required.  For more information or to register, visit www.mycareertransitions.com.

FREE Scott Arboretum Event

Travels at Twelve sponsored by the Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College 

Botanizing in the Ecuadorian Andes

Date & Time:                   Thursday, February 17, from Noon to 1 p.m.
Cost:                                 Free and open to the public
Location:                          Kohlberg Hall, Scheurer Room
Special Notes:                  Bring a bag lunch

Join Andrew Bunting, Curator for the Scott Arboretum, on a birding and botanizing tour of the eastern Andes starting in the cloud forests around San Isidro at 6,500 feet; crossing over the summit of the Andes; viewing high alpine South American flora and ending on the western slope in the Cordillera de Guacamayos. This weeklong trip explored many of the plant habitats that are represented in Ecuador. Space is limited to 100 people for this lecture.

Free and open to the public, Travels at Twelve are an informal way to share what has been seen and discovered in various gardens and natural spaces both in the United States and abroad. Held from Noon to 1 p.m. in the Scheurer Room of Kohlberg Hall at Swarthmore College. Contact the Scott Arboretum Offices at 610-328-8025 for more information and parking.

The Scott Arboretum is an educational garden of ideas and suggestions. Covering more than 300 acres of the Swarthmore College Campus and exhibiting over 4,000 different kinds of plants, the Arboretum displays some of the best trees, shrubs, perennials, and annuals for use in the Delaware Valley. Established in 1929 as a living memorial to Arthur Hoyt Scott, the Arboretum is open to the public year-round free of charge, from dawn to dusk. Adam Levine in the November/December 2002 issue of Garden Design magazine described the Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College as "the most beautiful campus in America." Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information, please call the Arboretum Offices at 610- 328-8025. Visit us on our website at http://www.scottarboretum.org/.

FREE Energy Forum

Sen. Williams, PUC Host Upcoming Energy Forum

Philadelphia, Jan. 31, 2011 – State Sen. Anthony Williams is partnering with the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission to host an upcoming free energy forum.

The forum will take place on Thursday, Feb. 10 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 50th Street and Woodland Ave. in Philadelphia.

“We are now in the coldest winter months, so it’s important to take steps to keep out the cold and keep energy bills down,” Williams said. “I encourage folks to attend this informative workshop and talk to professionals about energy conservation in the home.”

Participants will learn strategies to weatherize their homes and keep energy bills in check. There will be free weatherization kits and refreshments. Representatives from PECO, PGW, the Energy Coordinating Agency and alternative energy suppliers will be available with information.

Friday, January 28, 2011

FREE movie night at Boscov's

Movie Night At Boscov’s
   A movie night with Pro Football Hall of Fame writer, Ray Didinger and WIP Sports Radio Midday host, Glen Macnow, authors of The Ultimate Book of Sports Movies is set for 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 16 .
  Hosted by Family & Community Service of Delaware County, the movie will be shown in Boscov's Auditorium in the Granite Run Mall.
    Ray and Glen will discuss their new book, "The Ultimate Book of Sports Movies," then the audience will see one those great movies -- Hoosiers.  Books will be available for sale.  Guests will have the opportunity to chat with Ray and Glen and have books autographed.
    Enjoy food provided by Carrabba's Italian Grill of Springfield Mall.  Admission is FREE, however, space is limited and tickets are required.  For more information, call Trish Fulvio at 484-433-7767 or e-mail pafulvio@aol.com.

FREE Chinese New Year's Parade This Saturday

Chinese New Year Celebration
Saturday January 29th

Media Celebrates the "Year of the Rabbit" with Philadelphia's premiere "Lion Dancers" Hung Gar Kung Fu Academy. A parade, which is FREE,  kicks off at 11:30 am., happens on State Street and starts/ends at Margaret Kuo's, State St., Media at 11:30am For more information, visit http://visitmediapa.com



FREE Museum Admissions on Sunday!

FREE Events For Pet Lovers In February

February Events Celebrate A Special “Love Your Pets Month”


February is “Love Your Pets” month at the Lansdowne Public Library.  February 2011 is packed with fun, fabulous, and FREE events hosted by Animal Friends of Lansdowne. 

This year's “Love Your Pets Month” will focus on special needs pets and what it means to adopt and care for one.  Animal Friends of Lansdowne has rescued many animals this year; more rescued animals often means more sick and special needs pets that need expensive, specialized treatment, even surgery. Animal Friends of Lansdowne will be soliciting donations through the Special Friends Fund to help defray some of the extraordinary costs associated with the medical care of these deserving animals.

February’s highlights include:

  • Meet local author Claudia Broome as she reads from her inspirational children’s book, The “Tail” of Rugby Jones: A Rascal’s Journey from Disability to Ability.
  • Get advice from a pet behaviorist about why your dog or cat does what he does – and how you can change unwanted behavior. 
  • Have a free family movie night out with “Babe” and “Ratatouille.”
  • And much more!

The following is Animal Friends of Lansdowne’s schedule of events at the library.  Visit http://www.animalfriendsoflansdowne.com/ for more information and updates.  The Lansdowne Public Library is at 55 S. Lansdowne Avenue, Lansdowne, Pa., and can be reached at (610) 623-0239.

Friday, Feb. 4, 4:00 pm“Babe”
A free showing of the hit 1995 movie starring James Cromwell.  Refreshments provided. 

Sunday, Feb. 13, 1:30-3:30 p.m.The “Tail” of Rugby Jones
Claudia Broome will read and sign her children’s book, The “Tail” of Rugby Jones: A Rascal’s Journey from Disability to Ability.  The book is narrated by an extraordinary Pembroke Welsh Corgi named Rugby Jones, who lost the use of his hind legs in a freak accident but overcame his disability with the help of a special “doggie wheelchair.” (Weather date is March 6, 1:30-3:30 pm)

Wednesday, Feb. 16, 7:00-8:30 pm
Ask the Vet
Attendees will be able to ask Dr. Sara Sprowls of Glenolden Animal Hospital questions about their pets’ health and care – from dogs and cats to more exotic animals.  (Weather date to be announced.)

Friday, Feb. 18, 6:00 pm“Ratatouille”
A free showing of the 2007 Disney cartoon comedy.  Refreshments provided. 

Sunday, Feb. 20, 1:30-3:30 pm
The Pet Psychiatrist
Why does my dog do that?  Now is the chance to ask Dr. David Spiegel for advice about how you can reinforce or change your pet’s behavior.  Dr. Spiegel is a veterinarian whose unique practice focuses on the prevention and treatment of behavioral problems in animals.  Come ready with questions!  (Weather date is March 13, 1:30-3:30 pm)

Sunday, Feb. 27, 1:30-3:30 pm
Meet Bugs
Meet Bugs, a lovable special needs Dalmatian and his owners, Lansdowne residents Gene and Betty Ward, who will discuss the unique challenges and joys of caring for a pet with special needs.

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Animal Friends of Lansdowne is an organization comprised of citizens who are passionate about animals and animal issues.  They are concerned about the responsible management of our domestic and feral animals, and about making Lansdowne a safe haven for people and animals to live in harmony.

To this end, AFL is committed to such issues as animal rescue and adoption, population control, health and sanitation, education and awareness, and, always, the humane treatment of all animals.  To learn more about the organization, visit: www.animalfriendsoflansdowne.com.  For information about volunteer opportunities contact:

Animal Friends of Lansdowne
P.O. Box 869
Lansdowne, PA 19050
(484) 463-1277
email: info@animalfriendsoflansdowne.com
www. animalfriendsoflansdowne.com
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Thursday, January 27, 2011

FREE Health Screenings, Seminars Offered

   Mielcarek Eye Lifetime Vision Center, 319 W. State St., Media, is holding FREE cataract seminars Feb. 2 at 6 p.m. and Feb. 14 at noon.
   Learn about the different types of cataracts, what to expect during surgery and the newest techniques being used by Dr. Mielcarek and Dr.  Jindal to restore and improve  vision.
To reserve a seat, call 610-566-1227. Free parking is available.
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   Riddle Hospital nurses will be on hand to take FREE blood pressure screenings and give out vouchers for FREE cholesterol testing on Feb.  9, 9 to 11 a.m. at Rocky Run YMCA in Middletown Twp. No appointments are needed.

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  James McGlynn, M.D., orthopedic surgeon at Crozer-Chester Medical Center, will present "Causes of and Treatment Options for Shoulder Pain" 6:30 p.m. Wed. (Feb. 23) at  Helen Kate Furness Library, 100 N. Providence Road, Wallingford. Free gifts and information will be available at the FREE presentation.
    In the presentation, Dr. McGlynn will discuss the structure of the shoulder and the origins of shoulder problems. He will also provide explanations of some of the most common causes of shoulder pain, including arthritis, dislocation, "frozen shoulder," impingement, rotator cuff injury, and tendonitis.
  Dr. McGlynn will also discuss how today's treatment options, including medication and arthroscopic surgical procedures, can treat shoulder pain and provide a quicker recovery than in past years. He will be available after the presentation to answer attendees' questions.
   For more information or to register, call 1-877-CK-MOTION (1-877-256-6846).

Wednesday, January 26, 2011

FREE Tax Preparation Help Available In Primos

Free Tax Preparation Available

PathWays PA will visit Upper Darby Primos Branch Library to file tax returns on Friday, February 4 from 10:00am to 2:00pm and Tuesday, February 22 from 3:00pm to 7:00pm.  Preparers will help to file returns so that you get the most return available.  Appointments are necessary and they are limited.  To get your appointment, visit the library or call 610-622-8091 for more information.
At the same time as the tax preparation, a volunteer from PathWays PA will provide information on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (formally known as “food stamps”).  Your family may be eligible.

FREE Offering From Scott Arboretum

Travels at Twelve sponsored by the Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College 

A Decade and a Half after War:
Travels in Adriatic Countries of Croatia, Montenegro and Bosnia-Herzegovina

Date & Time:                   Thursday, February 10, from Noon to 1 p.m.
Cost:                                 Free and open to the public
Location:                          Lang Performing Arts Center Cinema, Swarthmore College
Special Notes:                  Bring a bag lunch

After Croatia declared independence from Yugoslavia in 1991, a four year civil war destroyed much of the city of Dubrovnik, the jewel of the Dalmatian coast. Join Jeff, Horticulture Coordinator for the Scott Arboretum as he travels to see restored Dubrovnik, the coast of Croatia, the inland capital of Zagreb. Also experience side
trips to two adjacent independent countries that were formerly a part of Yugoslavia‐‐Montenegro and Bosnia Herzegovina‐‐both of which are still recovering from the war. Beautiful coastline, the blue Adriatic Sea, Mediterranean plants, friendly locals, fresh seafood and local wines, botanic gardens, and backyard and commercial
fruit and vegetable production are all part of the tour!
     Free and open to the public, Travels at Twelve are an informal way to share what has been seen and discovered in various gardens and natural spaces both in the United States and abroad. Held from Noon to 1 p.m. in the Lang Performing Arts Center Cinema at Swarthmore College. Contact the Scott Arboretum Offices at 610-328-8025 for more information and parking.
      The Scott Arboretum is an educational garden of ideas and suggestions. Covering more than 300 acres of the Swarthmore College Campus and exhibiting over 4,000 different kinds of plants, the Arboretum displays some of the best trees, shrubs, perennials, and annuals for use in the Delaware Valley. Established in 1929 as a living memorial to Arthur Hoyt Scott, the Arboretum is open to the public year-round free of charge, from dawn to dusk. Adam Levine in the November/December 2002 issue of Garden Design magazine described the Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College as "the most beautiful campus in America." Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information, please call the Arboretum Offices at 610- 328-8025. Visit us on our website at http://www.scottarboretum.org/.
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Monday, January 24, 2011

FREE Star Viewing Available To Individuals, Families And Groups

Brave the Winter Weather for a Night at the Widener University Observatory
Free Public Viewings of the Night Sky

CHESTER, Pa. (Jan. 11, 2010) —The Widener University Observatory invites you to explore the universe using its 12- and 16-inch computerized reflecting telescopes. Attend free public viewings on Monday, Jan. 31 from 6-7 p.m. and Monday, Feb. 7, 14 and 21 from 7-8 p.m. The observatory will also host a Friday evening viewing on Feb. 4 from 8-9 p.m.
Widener astronomy professors, with assistance from undergraduate students, will point out planets, stars and other celestial wonders to help attendees get a complete tour of the night sky.
Because space is limited, participants are encouraged to register in advance. To register, or for more information, visit www.widener.edu/stargazing or call 610-499-4003.
The Widener University Observatory is located on the 5th floor of Kirkbride Hall on 17th and Walnut streets in Chester, Pa.

FREE Tax Preparation For Delco Residents

Free Tax Assistance Available In Delco

    The Community Action Agency of Delaware County, Inc. (CAADC) is operating free Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) sites for a fifth year.  This year CAADC will be hosting three sites serving low- and moderate-income families in Delaware County.  All the sites will be staffed by IRS trained and certified community volunteers and will aim to serve families who qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit and the Child Tax Credit. 
   The free sites will be at the Colony Building, 511-13 Welsh St., Chester, the Toal Bldg., 2nd and Orange Sts.,  Media, and Sharon Hill Commons,  401 Sharon Ave., Sharon Hill.
    The sites began operating this week and will continue through April 22.  All three sites are by appointment only and have hours Monday through Saturday.  To schedule an appointment, contact Jennifer Levy at (610) 891-6327.

Friday, January 21, 2011

FREE Workshops For Parents Offered

DCIU Helps Parents Navigate Children’s Education
   Free trainings, offered by the Delaware County Intermediate Unit (DCIU) throughout the school year, help parents to better navigate the often challenging roadmap of educating their children with disabilities. The two-hour workshops, held twice a month from September to June, assist parents in moving the education of their special needs child forward and in learning strategies and resources to aid in their child’s learning. Upcoming workshops include:
   Thursday, February 17,  5:30-7:30 p.m., at DCIU, 200 Yale Avenue, Morton,  “The Bully, the Bullied, and the Bystander” presented by Barbara Coloroso, international expert who specializes in parenting, teaching, school discipline and non-violent conflict resolution. It’s the deadliest combination going. Bullies who get what they want from their target, bullied kids who are afraid to tell, bystanders who either watch, participate, or look away, and adults who see the incident as teasing and a normal part of childhood. Discussing her new book, Barbara Coloroso, gives parents, caregivers, educators, and kids the tools to break this cycle of violence.
   Thursday, February 24, 6-8 p.m., DCIU, 200 Yale Avenue, Morton, “Strategies for Struggling Readers,” presented by  Linda Barbato, Professional Development Specialist. Is your child struggling with reading assignments? Attend this workshop to learn effective strategies to enhance their comprehension. This workshop will introduce several ways to use these strategies in order to support a child’s interaction and success with all types of reading assignments.
   While geared toward parents of special education students, the free trainings are open to all parents of students in Delaware County public and nonpublic schools. Many other topics of importance are covered, including behavior management at home, social skills, bullying, ADHD, inclusive practices (educating special education students within the regular education environment), the Individualized Education Program (IEP), parent rights and resources and transitioning between grades.
  For more information, call (610) 938-9000.

FREE Groundhog Day Event At Refuge!

Heinz Refuge Gets a Head Start on Groundhog Day and a Chance for You to Beat the Mid-winter Blahs on Saturday, Jan. 29, 9AM to 1PM

Punxsutawney Phil may be the most well known groundhog in Pennsylvania but we have a whole family of the furry and friendly critters right here at the John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum.  “Tinicum Tim and Tina” and their “Tinicum Twins”, representing the many actual groundhogs now hibernating at the refuge under the protection of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,  are gearing up for their own take on Groundhog Day.  It will be a few days earlier than that “other” Groundhog Day and on a Saturday, January 29, from 9AM to 1PM, so the entire family can join in the fun.

Along with the Tim, Tina, and the Twins, the celebration will include family oriented fun and hands-on activities highlighting the history of Groundhog Day as well as refuge critters, groundhog walks, indoor craft activities for children, talks about Lenape culture, weather, and live animals from the Philadelphia Zoo. All of this plus live music from local troubadour, Glen Waldek, will culminate in a burrow-side celebration.  Will Tim see his shadow?  Will he predict an early spring or six more weeks of winter?  Be on hand to find out and have a great time.

The “Early Groundhog Day” at the refuge is free and sponsored by the Friends of the Heinz Refuge in cooperation with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. 

For more information call the refuge at: 215-365-3118





Wednesday, January 19, 2011

Hagley's Dollar Days: Not Free, But Pretty Close To It!

ONE DOLLAR, COUNTLESS OPPORTUNITES AT HAGLEY MUSEUM AND LIBRARY

Wilmington, Delaware – February and March 2011 – Hagley, where the du Pont story begins, is the perfect place to spend time with family and friends. Enjoy the museum’s diverse offerings including a tour of Eleutherian Mills, the du Pont ancestral home; interactive exhibits; demonstrations; decorative arts; and the beautiful landscape. And now with Hagley’s Dollar Days, there’s every reason to visit! Admission to the museum is only $1 on Saturdays during the months of February and March 2011.

The Visitor Center and Hands-on Exhibits
            A stop at Hagley’s visitor center will set the scene for a trip to the entire museum. Exhibits and dioramas document the Brandywine Valley’s early eras, and history of the DuPont Company. In the exhibit “DuPont Science and Discovery,” visitors are welcome to sit in a replica of Jeff Gordon’s #24 DuPont NASCAR, have a close encounter with a space shuttle suit, watch and wonder about the “happy and sad balls,” pick out the polymers and so much more.
            Keep the wheels and axles turning, lift the levers, switch gears, and learn the ropes with pulleys at Hagley’s “Easy Does It” exhibit! Your kids will love to discover the amazing secrets of machine technology. 

Powder Yard
            Walk along the Brandywine to see how water power was used to run the mills. Stops include a line shaft, dam, millrace, and a restored nineteenth-century machine shop. Learn how gunpowder was tested using a device called an eprouvette – it will be an explosive experience!

Hagley Store and Café
            Spend some time in the Hagley Store. This unique shopping opportunity is located in a historic building, once used for cotton and wool picking, and offers the ambiance of nineteenth-century America. Shoppers will find decorative items, books, reproduction antique jewelry, china, glassware, and stationery. The Belin House Organic Café, located on Workers’ Hill, will offer hot dogs and yogurt for $1! The café offers gourmet food service to visitors. It is self-service with self-seating. Check out our web site for the menu.

Hagley Museum and Library collects, preserves, and interprets the unfolding history of American enterprise. The museum is located off Route 141 in Wilmington,Delaware. Call (302) 658-2400 weekdays for more information or visit http://www.hagley.org/.

Tuesday, January 18, 2011

FREE computer classes to begin!

FREE Computer classes are starting in January at Marple Public Library.  Basic Computer teaches you how to use a mouse, keyboard and other computer basics.  Date: January 25 & February 1, February 14 & 21, March 1 & 8 or March 21 & 22.  Register for one 2 day class.  Internet teaches you the basics of searching the web.  A great follow up class to Basic Computer.  Dates: February 8(learn how to find IRS forms on the Internet) and March 7.  E-mail teaches how to keep in touch with family and friends.  Dates: January 18, February 15, and March 14.  Our computer teacher will answer any computer question during Ask Nick.  Dates: January 24, February 22 and March 15.  No registration is required, just drop in. 
   The Genealogy class will teach you how to use computer databases to find you ancestors.  Date: January 31 (Part 1) and February 28 (Part 2).  On February 7, see what all the excitment is about in our class Social Networking.    Time for all of these clalsses is 10:15am to 12:15pm.  Classes are held in our computer lab and registration is required for all classes except Ask Nick.  Register at 610.356.1510.
 
 

FREE Black History Month Exhibit AND Art Lessons

Free Area Camp Fair

Look What's Out There For Kids This Summer!
   The 24th Annual Main Line Camp Fair Wed. (Jan. 26) at Conestoga High School will allow parents and caretakers to plan for Summer 2011
.Representatives from approximately 100 preschool, day, residential, academic, and travel/adventure camps will be available to discuss their programs in detail. Prospective campers can explore various opportunities through video presentations and brochures. Admission and Parking are FREE. Families with children ages preschool thru 18 are encouraged to attend. Whether you are interested in a day camp, overnight camp, preschool or a travel program, whether you are looking for a camp with an academic, sports, or other leisure activity focus, you will find it at the 2011 Main Line Camp Fair.

Sponsored by the Devon Elementary School PTO.
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
5:30-8:30 pm
Conestoga High School
200 Irish Road
Berwyn, PA
(Snow Date: February 2, 2011)
For more information and a list of participating camps
www.mainlinecampfair.org

FREE fun for kids at Springfield Mall

The Franklin Institute Visits Springfield Mall this February
for an Educational and Exciting Giggle Gang Gathering

Also, kids will create special Valentines for the ones they love.

SPRINGFIELD, Pa. – January 12, 2011 – Families with children ages one- to five-years old are invited to Springfield Mall’s Giggle Gang, a special complimentary club that teaches important lessons relating to the environment and the surrounding community in a fun, interactive way. On the first and third Thursday of each month at 10:30 a.m., families can enjoy activities including live musical performances, arts and crafts and interactive lessons teaching children about nature and the environment.

Thursday, February 3          Giggle Gang presents "The Franklin Institute- Traveling Science"
10:30am                                  Calling all little experimenters! Science has never been so much fun! Come and experience the magic of science like you have never seen it before. You don’t want to miss this special Giggle Gang event, when the Franklin Institute comes to play!

Thursday, February 17        Giggle Gang presents “Spread the Love”
10:30am                                  Tis the season of loooove! Join us to create unique Valentines to celebrate love throughout the year.

The Springfield Mall Giggle Gang is an interactive club for parents and kids between the ages of one and five that teaches important lessons relating to the environment and the surrounding community in a fun, interactive way. The club meets the first and third Thursday of every month at Springfield Mall at 10:30 a.m. and is FREE for members of the Springfield Mall Shoppers Club.  The Shoppers Club is a community of smart shoppers receiving exclusive benefits when shopping at Springfield Mall. For more information, contact Springfield Mall Customer Service at 610.328.1200 ext. 0.

More FREE Events In Delco: ZUMBA, LIBRARY FREEBIES, HEALTH SCREENINGS AND MORE!

After School Fun For Local Kids

  Tinicum Memorial Public Library will hold After School Story and Craft Times
3:15 to 4:15p.m. for area students in grades kindergarten through fourth grades on Thursdays, Jan. 13 and 27; Feb, 10 and 24; and March 10 and 24.
  Registration is required; call 610-521-9344 for more information.
  A member of the Delaware County Library system, the library is at 620 Seneca Street
Essington.

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'Voyagers' Free Concert At Swarthmore College

  R. Carlos Nakai, a world performer of the Native American flute, will perform with one of the world's most versatile cellists and member of the Philadelphia Orchestra, Udi Bar-David in a free concert open to the public, 7:30p.m., Tuesday (Jan. 18) in the Lang Concert Hall of Swarthmore College.
  The duo recorded the CD "Voyagers" in 2007 on the Canyon Records label. Native American, Jewish, and Arabic melodies are presented in diverse arrangements unified by the two artists.
  For directions to Swarthmore College, visit http://www.swarthmore.edu/.

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‘Zumba’ Fitness Party At Redwood Playhouse
  Delaware County seniors can dance their way to fitness during free Zumba Gold classes being offered once a month, beginning today, Jan. 19, at the Redwood Community Playhouse, in Upland Park on 6th Street in Upland.
  Classes will run from 1:30 to 2:30p.m. and will feature Zumba instructor Mary Ellen leading residents 55 and older in Zumba Gold, designed to get Baby Boomers and other seniors in shape.
  Zumba is a Latin-inspired dance fitness program that blends international music with easy-to-follow steps designed to burn calories. The fitness-dance class includes meringue, salsa, cha cha and tango dance steps set to high-energy international music.
  In February, the Zumba class will be held on Feb. 2.
  Zumba classes are just one of many activities open to senior citizens at the Redwood Community Playhouse, which is a place for residents 55 and older to be active and socialize.
  Line dancing and live bands are featured five days a week. Line dance instruction is given from 12:30 to 2:30p.m. Mondays; live bands from 1 to 3p.m. Tuesdays; line dancing with Bootscooter, 12:30 to 2:30p.m. Wednesdays, followed by music by Sal Albert Wednesday evenings; dances on Thursday evenings and more line dancing on Fridays.
  All programs are sponsored by the Delaware County Department of Parks and Recreation. Program schedules are available at the Redwood Playhouse, at the County Parks Office in the Leedom House at Rose Tree Park, and online at http://www.co.delaware.pa.us/. For more information call 610-627-2167.

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  Crozer-Chester Medical Center’s Vascular Services is offering free screenings January through April.
The screenings are available for men and women who are 50 years or older who have not had a vascular screening performed in the past and who have a history of hypertension, diabetes or smoking.
The screenings are aimed to assess participants risk of vascular disease, such as peripheral artery disease, carotid artery  disease and abdominal aortic aneurysm and participants will receive an ABI (ankle-brachial index) test as well as ultrasound scans of the aorta and carotid artery.
Screenings will be held:
Jan. 26, 3-7 p.m. at Crozer-Chester Medical Center, Imaging Department, lower level; Feb. 16, 3-7 p.m. at Taylor Hospital, Imaging Department, lower  level; March 19, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at  Media Medical Imaging, 200  E. state St., Media; April 27, 3-7 p.m. at Crozer medical Plaza, Brinton Lake, 300 Evergreen Dr., Glen Mills.
Slots are limited and appointments are necessary. For information and to schedule an appointment, call 1-866-5-CK-XRAY.

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Riddle Hospital is holding a lecture on your New Year’s Resolution: 
Exercise, 10-11 a.m., Jan. 20, at the Health Center 4, Conference Room 2. Learn about how to exercise and exercise right so you don’t break your New Year’s resolution.
Robert T. Bair III, MS, CPT, CSCS, exercise physiologist, will speak about healthy guidelines for exercise and how to continue your workout routine.
To register, call 1-866-CALL.MLH or visit website: 
www.mainlinehealth.org/riddle.

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  Mielcarek Eye Lifetime Vision Center, 319 W. State Street,  Media, is holding FREE cataract seminars Feb. 2, at 6 p.m. and Feb. 14 at noon.
Learn about the different types of cataracts, what to expect during surgery and the newest techniques being used by Dr. Mielcarek and Dr.  Jindal to restore and improve  your vision.
To reserve a seat, call 610-566-1227. Free parking is also offered

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Mickey Vernon Exhibit Extended
  The exhibit commemorating the baseball life of Mickey Vernon has been extended until Feb. 25.
  The free exhibit is presented by The Mickey Vernon Sports History Museum located at Route 202 and One Beaver Valley Rd. in Chadds Ford (two miles west of Booth's Corner).
  Gallery hours are 10 to 3, Monday through Friday. For directions, call 610-565-3679. For more information contact J9m Vankoski at 610-909-4919 or email vankoski21@comcast.net.

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See  Wyeth’s Civil War Paintings FOR FREE Sunday Mornings

   This year of 2011 marks the 150th anniversary of the start of the Civil War, and has inspired the Brandywine River Museum to begin the new year with “Romance in Conflict: N. C. Wyeth's Civil War Paintings."
  On view Jan. 22 through March 20, the exhibit showcases illustrations by N.C. Wyeth depicting Civil War battles, soldiers and civilians, as well as portraits of Abraham Lincoln.
  The Brandywine River Museum is on U.S. Route 1 in Chadds Ford. The museum is open daily 9:30a.m. to 4:30p.m.  The Museum has  announced it will offer FREE admission on Sunday mornings from 9:30a.m. to noon, beginning Jan. 16 and continuing through Nov. 20.
  For more information, call 610-388-2700 or visit http://www.brandywinemuseum.org/.

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  Local Seniors Welcome To Rose Tree Place Classes

  It’s a time for making New Year’s resolutions and seniors at Rose Tree Place are excited about the opportunities to learn and grow in 2011 through a wide assortment of classes offered through Watermark University
   Watermark University is the brain and body fitness program created by Watermark Retirement Communities, which manages Rose Tree Place. Open to the public, the classes generate laughter and creativity to keep participants learning, growing and warm this winter.
  Students can transport themselves to a warmer climate through one class, “Caribbean-Style Cooking.” Another class highlights music of a different culture – “Drumming 101” where basic skills of African drumming are taught. Another class is “Beer Discovery & Tasting” with lessons on the history of various beers, how different beers are crafted and, of course, the opportunity to sample a few favorites.
  Watermark University is an important aspect of life at Rose Tree Place providing both residents and associates the opportunity to take (or teach) brain and body fitness classes on subjects they are passionate about, whether it’s a one-time class or an ongoing series  All area seniors with course ideas are encouraged to contact Rose Tree Place at 610-565-1405.
  Rose Tree Place is a personal care and memory care community at 500 Sandy Bank Road in Media. For more information,  visit http://www.watermarkcommunities.com/.


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  Historical Society Hosts Free ‘Bridges’ Program

  Springfield Historical Society will present a FREE slide program on "Covered Bridges in Delaware County,” 7:30p.m., Tuesday (Jan. 25) at the Springfield Township Building, 50 Powell Road.
  Local historian Keith Lockhart will show “before and after” pictures of the covered bridge sites.
  Refreshments will be served following the program. The community is welcome.



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FREE program for parents on BULLYING

Bullying Program Slated For Community

  St. Madeline-St. Rose School invites area residents to attend a presentation on “Bullying and Cyber Bullying,” presented by Assistant District Attorney Joseph Lesniak and Computer Forensic Analyst Natt Evans.
  The event is set for 7p.m., Tuesday (Feb. 1) in the gym at St. Madeline-St. Rose School, 500 Tome St., Ridley Park.
  All parents and students in fifth grade and up are welcome.

Free Lecture For Gardeners

‘Goosebumps’ Plant Lecture Set
  Area residents may join Scott Arboretum's Chris Hansen for a fast-paced look at the new shrubs, perennials and groundcovers for 2011. Hansen will present photos of the newest plants to hit garden centers this year -- plants designed to give gardeners "goosebumps," hence the name of the free lecture, 2p.m., Sunday (Jan. 22).
  The lecture, free and open to the public, will be held in the Science Center 101 of Swarthmore College.

FREE film screening!

LWV Presents Free Film, ‘Gaslands’
  The League of Women Voters of Central Delaware County will host a FREE showing of the film, “Gaslands,” 6:30p.m., tonight (Jan. 19) at Brookhaven Municipal Building, 2 Cambridge Road,
  The film is about the effects of the natural gas drilling boom that is sweeping across the U.S., especially parts of Pennsylvania.
Variety called it  “. . . one of the most effective and expressive films in recent years.”
  Filmmaker Josh Fox seeks to answer the question:  “Is the hydraulic fracturing drilling technology safe?”
  Clean Water Action and the League of Women Voters of Central Delaware County are sponsoring this event. There is no charge.  RSVP at 215-545-0250 or cmeehan@cleanwater.org.

Get Organized FOR FREE this new year!

‘Get Organized’ At Ridley Township Library
  Local Professional Organizer and author Debbie Lillard will speak at Ridley Township Library 6:15p.m., Wednesday (Feb. 2).
  Lillard will share tips on how to maintain order in a family life. Among other topics, she’ll discuss organizing systems and strategies for tackling those mountains of paperwork, photos and memorabilia.
  Lillard has appeared on the “10! Show” and numerous talk radio shows.   Call 610-583-0593, e-mail reference@ridleylibrary.org, or stop in to register. The library is at 100 E. MacDade Blvd., Folsom. Registration is encouraged, but not required.

Grab Your Bingo Cards And Blotters!

GRAB YOUR BINGO CARDS AND BLOTTERS
AND HEAD TO THE NATIONAL CONSTITUTION CENTER
FOR A STATE OF THE UNION VIEWING PARTY
Includes FREE admission to the Center
Event marks the launch of the Center’s new blog, Constitution Daily,
featuring live coverage of the address
Philadelphia, PA (January 17, 2011) – Cries of “Bingo!” will echo throughout the National Constitution Center as visitors compete to win prizes during “State of the Union Bingo” on Tuesday, January 25, 2011.  A highlight of the Center’s State of the Union Viewing Party, this unique version of the popular game engages participants in the President’s annual address to Congress.  The party will kick off at 7:30 p.m. with special tours and interactive programs leading up to President Obama’s 9:00 p.m. address, aired live at the National Constitution Center.  Admission to the event is FREE and includes access to the museum’s award-winning exhibitions.  Light fare and a cash bar will be available. 
Visitors who choose to play State of the Union Bingo will receive cards containing key words on current events, phrases the President might say, and actions he or others might make.  Examples include: “civility,” “healthcare,” “economy,” “standing ovation,” and “Vice President stands.”  Participants also have the option to fill out a blank Bingo card with words or phrases of their choosing.  Winners will receive a year-long membership to the National Constitution Center.  (Winning Bingo is not guaranteed.)
For those watching the address from home, Bingo cards are available for download at www.constitutioncenter.org.  In addition, viewers can tap into the Center’s new blog, Constitution Daily, which will feature robust coverage of the State of the Union, including live blogging from the event at the Center.  Visit http://blog.constitutioncenter.org to follow the coverage.
During the State of the Union address, audience members at the Center also can participate in a live, interactive poll using individual keypads from Meridia Audience Response Systems.  Results displayed on a large screen will track viewers’ reactions to issues raised during the address.
Additional programming throughout the evening will include Constitutional Quizzo; the “Lurid Lives of the Founding Fathers” tour of Signers’ Hall, which offers a glimpse into the secrets and scandals of the signers of the Constitution; and an interactive program about the history of the State of the Union.  The Center’s donkey and elephant mascots, Donny and Ellie, also will make appearances throughout the night. 
The National Constitution Center, located at 525 Arch St. on Philadelphia’s Independence Mall, is an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing public understanding of the U.S. Constitution and the ideas and values it represents.  The Center serves as a museum, an education center, and a forum for debate on constitutional issues.  The museum dramatically tells the story of the Constitution from Revolutionary times to the present through more than 100 interactive, multimedia exhibits, film, photographs, text, sculpture and artifacts, and features a powerful, award-winning theatrical performance, “Freedom Rising.”  The Center also houses the Annenberg Center for Education and Outreach, which serves as the hub for national constitutional education.  For more information, call 215.409.6700 or visit www.constitutioncenter.org.  

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