All-new FREE Offerings In This Neck of the Woods.....

Free Summer Movie Nights In Ridley Township 
  Ridley Township will hold two family movie nights this summer at 8:30 pm on the front lawn of the Ridley Township Municipal Building.
  The movie “Kung Fu Panda” starring the voices of Jack Black and Jackie Chan will be shown Thursday (June 21). Rain date is June 28.
  The second date is Thursday (Aug. 16) for the animated “Megamind” featuring the voices of Will Ferrell and Tina Fey.
  Both of the family events are free of charge and sponsored by the Ridley Township commissioners. Local residents are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs, blankets, snacks and drinks (no alcohol). No refreshments will be sold.
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  Children’s Book Sale,  Dragons and Dreams Adventure at Prospect Park Library
   The staff of the Prospect Park Library will host their “Third Annual Children’s Book Fair” 9 am to 3 pm  Sat. (June 23). Inexpensive children’s books, magazines, DVDs, craft “finds” and snacks will be available for sale. 
   The library will “Kickoff the Summer” with a Dragons and Dreams Sciencetellers adventure at 11 am.  All ages are invited to be a part of this interactive journey with castles, kings & real dragons.   
  Summer storytime sessions begin the week of June 25:  Monday at 6:30, ages 3-5; Tuesday at 11am, ages 2-5; and Thursday at 6:30  for ages 6 and up.
   The Prospect Park Library is at 720 Maryland Avenue.  For further information or to register call 610-532-4643, email prospectpark@delcolibraries.org or visit http://www.prospectparklibrary.org/. 

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Your Serve: Rose Valley Hosts Free Tennis Round Robin Mixer June 21st

All adult tennis players (club members or not) are invited to take to the courts in a FREE round robin and mixer on Thursday evening, June 21st at the Rose Valley Swimming Pool. Rose Valley tennis pro Jay Brennan will organize mixed round robin play beginning at 6:15 PM. Men and women age 16 and above of all skill levels can play ‘til dark, and enjoy refreshments and conversation with neighbors and new friends between sets. Rain date is Thursday, June 28th.
  The club will host the event on their four courts (two hard; two Har-Tru) and provide snacks and tennis balls. Visitors are welcome to sign up for the round robin at no charge -- just bring your racquet, beverages and, if you want, friends to cheer you on. For more information on the event, or to RSVP, call Nancy Curtis at 610-566-4440 or email ncurtissings@verizon.net. 
  The club is on Pool Lane in Rose Valley (off Possum Hollow Road, between Woodward and Rose Valley Roads.) Rose Valley Swimming Pool is accepting membership applications for individuals and families, who will full use of the tennis courts as well as the club’s three pools, junior swimming and tennis programs. More information on the club and membership are available at http://www.rosevalleypool.com/.
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Williams to Co-Sponsor June 12 Senior Center Wellness Expo
  SHARON HILL, June 4, 2012 — State Sen. Anthony H. Williams has teamed up with Good Neighbor in an effort to expose more older residents to resources and information about health.
  The Senior Center Wellness Expo will take place on Tuesday, June 12 from 10 a.m. to noon at Good Neighbor Senior Center, 1085 Hook Road in Sharon Hill. Admission is FREE.
  “Today’s seniors are healthier and more active than ever before, and this expo will provide participants with a one-stop-shop of resources geared toward their interests and needs,” Williams said. “I invite seniors to join us at this informative and fun-filled event.”
  Vendors will provide information about senior services and there will be class demonstrations, giveaways, door prizes and a drawing for a gift card. Lunch will be available at nominal fee.
  For more information, contact Ronda Liggins at 610-284-7335 or rliggins@pasenate.com
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   Linwood Heights United Methodist Church, 1627 Chichester Avenue, Linwood, hopes to  launch a free second Saturday evening of the month concert series. This Coffee and Music series will feature live bands and no cover charge, starting in September. These evenings will be held at four different area churches (Linwood UMC and three Delaware churches).
  Reverend Ethel Guy said she hopes to "feature live bands, free food, and a good time for all ages. The purpose of this is to bring people in from the community who don't go to church, get to know them, and learn their needs, especially in an area hard hit by job loss with the closing of the refineries.    This will probably be combined with another food/services outreach to the community, a shared meal program that we are working on with other churches."
Bands interested in participating, or those who can donate snack or beverages for this event should e-mail ethelguy@comcast.net.
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Free VBS At Media Church
  Faith Church, 110 State Road, Media will hold a free Vacation Bible School 9a.m. to noon, July 23 through 27.
  Bible lessons, crafts, games and snacks will be included for children in Kindergarten through fifth grades.
  To register or for more information, go to http://www.faithchurchpa.org/ or call 610-566-8959.
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Story Times At Aston Library
  Aston Public Library will offer evening story times for the kids this summer on Thursdays at 6:30p.m.  Area resident can register at http://www.tinyurl.com/astonkidsevents.
  Story times will include music, stories, and coloring pages, depending on the theme for the week. The program is recommended for ages 2 through 6.
  The Library is at 3270 Concord Road in Aston.  For more information about the library, go to http://www.astonlibrary.org/.
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Kimmel Center Celebrates the King of Instruments with FREE Organ Day
Sat.,  June 9, 12 noon to 5 p.m.
Fun-filled Afternoon of FREE performances includes family programs, recitals, silent movies and more!
WHO: Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts’ in association with the American Guild of Organists presents the 2nd Annual Fred J. Cooper Memorial Organ Day to celebrate the ‘King of Instruments.’ WHAT:    The 2nd Annual Fred J. Cooper Memorial Organ Day welcomes families across the region to partake in fun-filled afternoon of five hours of FREE performances on Saturday, June 9 at 12 p.m. in Verizon Hall.  Highlights include an array of family programs, recitals, silent movies and more showcasing the breadth of Philadelphia's organ talent.
Organ Day begins with PNC Grow Up Great children-friendly program introducing the organ to young music lovers with “Rex: The King of Instruments.”
The gifted students of the Curtis Institute and members of the Philadelphia Chapter of the American Guild of Organists
Organ Sing-A-Long
J.S. Bach’s famous Toccata and Fugue in d-minor (known to children throughout as the opening to Walt Disney’s Fantasia)
improvised organ music to silent movies by Laurel and Hardy, and Charley Chase.
   Michael Barone of NPR's Pipedreams returns once more to join in on the festivities as emcee and enlighten organ lovers with fun factoids and demonstrations about this one-of-a-kind instrument.
WHEN:    Saturday, June 9, 2012
         12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
WHERE: Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Broad & Locust Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19102
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Celebrate Dad’s Day With Pete Rose And Free Refreshment At Granite Run Mall
  With Father’s Day right around the corner, Granite Run Mall invites area residents to find the perfect gift for Dad for his big day.
   Shoppers can find gift items  ideal for fathers at retailers such as Boscov’s, Dakota Watch Company, First & Goal Sports, Hallmark, JC Penney, Kohl’s, Modell’s Sporting Goods, Radio Shack, Sears, Things Remembered, and more -- all at Granite Run Mall.
  “Why not show Dad just how much you care with a gift from one of our quality retailers?” said Aubrey Proud, Marketing Director of Granite Run Mall.  “We’ve got special gifts for the man who has everything, from men’s apparel to unique sports memorabilia to flat screen TVs.”
  Shoppers at Granite Run Mall are also frequently entertained with over one hundred performances and events that take place year round.  Father’s Day weekend is no exception. The Mall will hold two special events perfect for dads.
  On Friday, June 15 from 9 to 10a.m., the Mall will offer refreshments inside Entry #3 to Mall Walkers and a special gift for Dads.
  The second event takes place 1 to 2:30p.m., Saturday (June 16) when First & Goal Sports will host a special autograph signing with legendary Major League Baseball Star, Pete Rose.  Advanced tickets are strongly recommended and all information on the signing can be found at http://www.firstandgoalsports.com/.
  Granite Run Mall is a one-million square foot regional shopping destination at Rte. 1 and 352 in Middletown Twp.  For more information, visit http://www.shopgraniterunmall.com/.

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  Farm Market Vouchers Available To Delco Seniors
  Senior Community Services’ (SCS) will again participate in the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture’s Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program. The Program helps older adults maintain good nutrition through vouchers which are redeemable for fruits and vegetable at local farmers’ markets.
  “Good Nutrition is important, especially for seniors.  Many are on fixed incomes and would otherwise be unable to purchase fresh produce,” said Chester Center Director Jamee Nowell-Smith, who coordinates the program in the area.
  Eligibility requirements are: you must be 60 years of age or older by Dec. 31; you must reside in Delaware County and have a photo I.D. A single person’s income must be $20, 665 or under or $27,991 for a couple.
  Those eligible can only receive one set of vouchers per season.
  Vouchers can be obtained at the following sites:
  Chester Senior Center, 1 to 3p.m., Wednesdays beginning June 27 at 721 Hayes Street, Chester; 610-497-3550.
  Hometown Senior Center, 902 S. Jackson St., Media, 1 to 3p.m., Thursdays, beginning June28.
  Good Neighbor Center, 9 to noon, Mondays, 1085 Hook Road, Sharon Hill; 610-586-8170.
  Friendship Circle, 10 to 2, Fridays, beginning June 22, 1515 Lansdowne Ave., Darby; 610-237-6222.
  Schoolhouse Center, Fridays, beginning June 22, 600 Swarthmore Ave., Folsom.
  For further information, call the center directly.