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FREE Donuts and Coffee for Veterans
On November 11, 2012, Krispy Kreme is proudly honoring veterans and active military personnel with a free coffee and doughnut for Veterans Day at participating Krispy Kreme US locations. No purchase necessary. A free doughnut and small coffee will be given to any military man or woman in uniform or with valid military identification.
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FREE LECTURE: "Horrors: Why We Love to be Scared"
Why are people attracted to stories and artwork that instill them with dread, fear, or loathing? Michael Arnzen, a horror writer and scholar, will answer this question 4:30p.m., Friday (Oct. 26) in lecture, “The Popular Uncanny” at Neumann University. The presentation, scheduled for the Bruder Life Center, is free and open to the public.
Today, a hundred years after Sigmund Freud wrote his landmark essay on “The Uncanny,” the topic has become more than just an attractive and curious art form. It has become a dominant aesthetic in popular culture, from Hollywood horror films and best-selling works of frightening fiction to the banal world of everyday life in advertising and internet discourse.
In "The Popular Uncanny," Arnzen will examine the familiar notions of the doppleganger, deja vu, ghosts, and other stock elements that continue to haunt 21st century popular American culture.
Arnzen, a scholar of the uncanny and prolific horror writer, has won the Bram Stoker Award four times. His books include Proverbs for Monsters, 100 Jolts: Shockingly Short Stories, The Gorelets Omnibus, and Play Dead.
With a PhD in English from the University of Oregon, he teaches horror and suspense writing in the MFA program in Writing Popular Fiction at Seton Hill University, near Pittsburgh. He was named Professor of the Year in 2010 and is currently serving as Division Chair of Humanities. His latest non-fiction book is a guide for writers called Many Genres, One Craft: Lessons in Writing Popular Fiction.
His current work on "The Popular Uncanny" can be found on his website at gorelets.com.
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FREE Halloween Party For Area Children At VFW 928
VFW 928, MacDade Blvd. and Sutton Ave., Folsom, will hold its annual Halloween Party for children 12 and under 2 pm Sunday (Oct. 28).
Children should come in costume. Snacks and prizes will be featured. Everyone in the community is invited.
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FREE Fall Kids' Programs In Marple
Celebrate fall at Marple Public Library children's programs. Toddlers will enjoy story times on Monday at 10:30 am.
now through November 19th. Put on your pajamas for our bedtime story for all ages on Tuesdays at 7:00 pm.-now through Novembewr20th. On Wednesdays we have Preschool story time at 1:00 pm and Jitterbug Music and Movement at 4:00 pm for all ages. Halloween will be celebrated for Toddlers on Octber 29th at 10:30 and for all ages on October 31st at 10:30 am. Costumes welcome. No registration
The library's special Halloween Party is October 30th at 4:00pm for k through 3rd grade. Registrationis required for this program. Don't forget to wear a costume. For more information, please call the library at 610- 356-1510.
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Lifetree Café Relaunching in November
Lifetree Café is a place where people gather for conversation about life and faith in a casual coffeehouse-type setting. Topics vary from week to week. The first group will be held 6 pm Sunday, November 4, and will explore the secrets to happiness. The program, titled "Smile, Even When You Think You Can't," will provide proven ways to cope with difficult situations in life. A short film will be shown featuring a wheelchair-bound man who competes in triathlon events.
"It's easy to feel overwhelmed by life's hardships," said Lifetree representative Craig Cable. "This program offers hope and some key skills that help overcome challenges."
Other topics in November include: Wounded Warriors, Preparing for the Worst, and The Mystery of Prayer.
Admission to the 60-minute event is free. Snacks and beverages are available. Lifetree Café is located at the Regency Café in Lansdowne, at 29 N. Lansdowne Ave., every Sunday at 6 p.m.
Questions about Lifetree may be directed to Pastor David Anderson at 610-622-6161 or stpaul@rcn.com. Everyone is welcome.
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Firefighters Can Get FREE Ticket To Meet Danny Watkins of The Eagles
Carl's Cards & Collectibles, Inc. will host an in store autograph signing with Eagles
offensive lineman Danny Watkins. Autograph tickets are $20 each. The signing will take place at 22 W. Eagle Road in Havertown, PA 19083. Danny will be in store from 1-3p.m.
Anyone interested in purchasing tickets can purchase them in store. They can also go to our website, www.carlscards.com and find the PayPal link under our Events and Signings tab. You can also call the store and reserve tickets for later pickup, 610-789-4996.
We will also offer 50 free tickets to any firefighters interested in meeting a fellow firefighter and Eagles offensive lineman. These free tickets will only be available the day of the signing and will be on a first come, first serve basis. In order to obtain one of these free tickets, the firefighter must come dressed in their station's colors, to represent where they serve, during the signing.
From 1-3 p.m., Danny will sign autographs, take pictures and meet all of his fans.
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Right on The Money At Prospect Park Library
Prospect Park Library, 720 Maryland Ave., Prospect Park, will offer “Right On The Money: Talking Dollars and Sense to Parents and Children” 6 pm Thursdays, Nov. 1, 8, 15 and 29. A free dinner will be provided during the four week program.
The program will introduce children to earning spending and saving money and provides parents with tools and information to both reinforce their own financial abilities and help them teach their children money management skills.
Each child will receive a free book each week and parents will receive free materials and supplies to keep them organized.
Registration is required by calling 610-532-4643.
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FREE Community College Hosts ‘Paying For College’ Info Night
Those concerned about paying for college can find the money needed by attending Delaware County Community College’s Paying for College Information Night 6p.m., Tuesday (Oct. 23. The free seminar will be held in the STEM Center Auditorium (Room 1403) on the Marple Campus, 901 S. Media Line Road between Media and Newtown Square.
College-bound students and their families are invited to attend the session, which will highlight available financial aid options and clarify the guidelines for filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Nov. 1 is the priority deadline for filing the FAFSA for spring classes that begin Jan. 14. Financial Aid and Admissions representatives from the College will be on hand to answer questions and offer guidance about the process.
Participants will also learn about important timelines and dates, the importance of the FAFSA, mistakes to avoid and tips for making the financial aid filing process easier. Scholarships, loans and grants will be discussed as well. The session is great for those new to the process or for those who need a refresher.
For more information or to register, call 610-723-4000 or visit www.dccc.edu/PayForCollege.
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FREE Book Club
Prospect Park Library hosts a free book club on the second Monday of each month at the library, 720 Maryland Ave., Prospect Park. Newcomers and first timers are welcome to the group, which features lots of book types (mystery, comedy, non-fiction, romance and others) plus a lively discussion. For more information, e-mail prospectpark@delcolibraries.org.
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Local Artist Shares Mixed Media Techniques and Work at FREE Open Studio Event
Amelia Furman will open the doors to her workspace at 411 N. Swarthmore Ave., Ridley Park, 10 am to 6 pm October 27 and 28. New works in her various collections as well as early-career paintings will be on display throughout her home and her studio. Furman will give tours of her work space while sharing step-by-step information about her unique mixed-media process which she has developed over the years.
Furman has exhibited her work throughout the tri-state region and her work is collected throughout the country. She is a founding member of the Chester County Studio Tour and a long time participant in the Historic Yellow Springs Annual Art Show.
Autumn refreshments will be served and free parking is available on both sides of Swarthmore Ave as well as Dupont Street, Tome, and Ward Sts. For more information please contact Furman and to view more of her work, visit www.ameliafurman.com.
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Penn State Delco To Host FREE Annual Fall Festival Oct. 20
As the crisp, cool air rolls in and the semester is underway, Penn State Brandywine is buzzing with excitement for this year’s annual Penn State Day.
In addition to the Fall Festival and accompanying admissions program for high school students on Saturday, Oct. 20, the campus will host its second annual 5K Run/One-Mile Walk to raise money for student scholarships, a volleyball tournament and a cross country invitational.
Penn State Day, which is free and open to the public, will feature carnival-like games and food, pumpkin painting, a pie-eating contest, grilled stickies, popcorn, a diaper derby, a Best Dressed Penn Stater competition, entertainment and more. The festival will begin at 11:30a.m. and end at 2:30p.m. and will take place on the campus lawn. (Check for updates on the website in the event of inclement weather.)
5K Run/1-Mile Walk
The event will kick off with the 5K, which will take runners through the woods surrounding campus and along its official cross country course. A one-mile short course will be laid out for walkers. Registration will begin at 9a.m. and the race begins at 10.
The campus’ course is regularly used by its cross country team.
Proceeds from the run/walk will benefit the Delaware County Alumni Chapter’s scholarship for local students and the Alumni Society Scholarship.
To register for the race, visit http://bit.ly/PSUDay5K2012 online.
Admissions Program
The admissions program for high school students will begin with registration at 9:45a.m. in the Tomezsko Classroom Building lounge. Students will learn about the Penn State admissions process, criteria and the university’s academic offerings, and take a tour of campus with a Brandywine Lion Ambassador. To register, visit http://bit.ly/O28sw4 or call 610-892-1200 for more information. Attendees are encouraged to stick around with their families for fun at the Penn State Day festival.
Volleyball Match
The women’s volleyball team will host league rivals Penn State Mont Alto at noon, in one of its last matches this season.
Cross Country Playoffs
While the Lady Lions battle in the gym, at 1p.m. the cross country team will host the Pennsylvania State University Athletic Conference (PSUAC) championship race on the same outdoor course being used for the morning 5K. With more than ten teams competing, including the Brandywine Lady Lions, the campus will be swarming with runners vying for individual and team honors.
Penn State Brandywine, at 25 Yearsley Mill Road and Route 352 in Middletown Township, offers four-year degrees, varsity sports and a variety of clubs and organizations.
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Free College Admissions Workshop In Delco
A free college admissions informational workshop for students and their families will be offered by Sue Bilsky, Educational Consultant with JEVS College Strategies, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 16, at Temple Sholom in Broomall
Topics to be addressed include: Getting your college search organized; Figuring out where to apply; Learning about standardized testing options; Presenting yourself in a way that will enhance your qualifications; Assessing religious/cultural environments on campus; Writing application essays; and Ways to pay for college.
Many free handouts will also be available.
Reservations are required. Call 215-854-1818 to reserve a spot. Temple Sholom is at 55 N. Church Lane.
On November 11, 2012, Krispy Kreme is proudly honoring veterans and active military personnel with a free coffee and doughnut for Veterans Day at participating Krispy Kreme US locations. No purchase necessary. A free doughnut and small coffee will be given to any military man or woman in uniform or with valid military identification.
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FREE LECTURE: "Horrors: Why We Love to be Scared"
Why are people attracted to stories and artwork that instill them with dread, fear, or loathing? Michael Arnzen, a horror writer and scholar, will answer this question 4:30p.m., Friday (Oct. 26) in lecture, “The Popular Uncanny” at Neumann University. The presentation, scheduled for the Bruder Life Center, is free and open to the public.
Today, a hundred years after Sigmund Freud wrote his landmark essay on “The Uncanny,” the topic has become more than just an attractive and curious art form. It has become a dominant aesthetic in popular culture, from Hollywood horror films and best-selling works of frightening fiction to the banal world of everyday life in advertising and internet discourse.
In "The Popular Uncanny," Arnzen will examine the familiar notions of the doppleganger, deja vu, ghosts, and other stock elements that continue to haunt 21st century popular American culture.
Arnzen, a scholar of the uncanny and prolific horror writer, has won the Bram Stoker Award four times. His books include Proverbs for Monsters, 100 Jolts: Shockingly Short Stories, The Gorelets Omnibus, and Play Dead.
With a PhD in English from the University of Oregon, he teaches horror and suspense writing in the MFA program in Writing Popular Fiction at Seton Hill University, near Pittsburgh. He was named Professor of the Year in 2010 and is currently serving as Division Chair of Humanities. His latest non-fiction book is a guide for writers called Many Genres, One Craft: Lessons in Writing Popular Fiction.
His current work on "The Popular Uncanny" can be found on his website at gorelets.com.
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FREE Halloween Party For Area Children At VFW 928
VFW 928, MacDade Blvd. and Sutton Ave., Folsom, will hold its annual Halloween Party for children 12 and under 2 pm Sunday (Oct. 28).
Children should come in costume. Snacks and prizes will be featured. Everyone in the community is invited.
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FREE Fall Kids' Programs In Marple
Celebrate fall at Marple Public Library children's programs. Toddlers will enjoy story times on Monday at 10:30 am.
now through November 19th. Put on your pajamas for our bedtime story for all ages on Tuesdays at 7:00 pm.-now through Novembewr20th. On Wednesdays we have Preschool story time at 1:00 pm and Jitterbug Music and Movement at 4:00 pm for all ages. Halloween will be celebrated for Toddlers on Octber 29th at 10:30 and for all ages on October 31st at 10:30 am. Costumes welcome. No registration
The library's special Halloween Party is October 30th at 4:00pm for k through 3rd grade. Registrationis required for this program. Don't forget to wear a costume. For more information, please call the library at 610- 356-1510.
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Lifetree Café Relaunching in November
Lifetree Café is a place where people gather for conversation about life and faith in a casual coffeehouse-type setting. Topics vary from week to week. The first group will be held 6 pm Sunday, November 4, and will explore the secrets to happiness. The program, titled "Smile, Even When You Think You Can't," will provide proven ways to cope with difficult situations in life. A short film will be shown featuring a wheelchair-bound man who competes in triathlon events.
"It's easy to feel overwhelmed by life's hardships," said Lifetree representative Craig Cable. "This program offers hope and some key skills that help overcome challenges."
Other topics in November include: Wounded Warriors, Preparing for the Worst, and The Mystery of Prayer.
Admission to the 60-minute event is free. Snacks and beverages are available. Lifetree Café is located at the Regency Café in Lansdowne, at 29 N. Lansdowne Ave., every Sunday at 6 p.m.
Questions about Lifetree may be directed to Pastor David Anderson at 610-622-6161 or stpaul@rcn.com. Everyone is welcome.
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Firefighters Can Get FREE Ticket To Meet Danny Watkins of The Eagles
Carl's Cards & Collectibles, Inc. will host an in store autograph signing with Eagles
offensive lineman Danny Watkins. Autograph tickets are $20 each. The signing will take place at 22 W. Eagle Road in Havertown, PA 19083. Danny will be in store from 1-3p.m.
Anyone interested in purchasing tickets can purchase them in store. They can also go to our website, www.carlscards.com and find the PayPal link under our Events and Signings tab. You can also call the store and reserve tickets for later pickup, 610-789-4996.
We will also offer 50 free tickets to any firefighters interested in meeting a fellow firefighter and Eagles offensive lineman. These free tickets will only be available the day of the signing and will be on a first come, first serve basis. In order to obtain one of these free tickets, the firefighter must come dressed in their station's colors, to represent where they serve, during the signing.
From 1-3 p.m., Danny will sign autographs, take pictures and meet all of his fans.
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Right on The Money At Prospect Park Library
Prospect Park Library, 720 Maryland Ave., Prospect Park, will offer “Right On The Money: Talking Dollars and Sense to Parents and Children” 6 pm Thursdays, Nov. 1, 8, 15 and 29. A free dinner will be provided during the four week program.
The program will introduce children to earning spending and saving money and provides parents with tools and information to both reinforce their own financial abilities and help them teach their children money management skills.
Each child will receive a free book each week and parents will receive free materials and supplies to keep them organized.
Registration is required by calling 610-532-4643.
*******************
FREE Community College Hosts ‘Paying For College’ Info Night
Those concerned about paying for college can find the money needed by attending Delaware County Community College’s Paying for College Information Night 6p.m., Tuesday (Oct. 23. The free seminar will be held in the STEM Center Auditorium (Room 1403) on the Marple Campus, 901 S. Media Line Road between Media and Newtown Square.
College-bound students and their families are invited to attend the session, which will highlight available financial aid options and clarify the guidelines for filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Nov. 1 is the priority deadline for filing the FAFSA for spring classes that begin Jan. 14. Financial Aid and Admissions representatives from the College will be on hand to answer questions and offer guidance about the process.
Participants will also learn about important timelines and dates, the importance of the FAFSA, mistakes to avoid and tips for making the financial aid filing process easier. Scholarships, loans and grants will be discussed as well. The session is great for those new to the process or for those who need a refresher.
For more information or to register, call 610-723-4000 or visit www.dccc.edu/PayForCollege.
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FREE Book Club
Prospect Park Library hosts a free book club on the second Monday of each month at the library, 720 Maryland Ave., Prospect Park. Newcomers and first timers are welcome to the group, which features lots of book types (mystery, comedy, non-fiction, romance and others) plus a lively discussion. For more information, e-mail prospectpark@delcolibraries.org.
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Local Artist Shares Mixed Media Techniques and Work at FREE Open Studio Event
Amelia Furman will open the doors to her workspace at 411 N. Swarthmore Ave., Ridley Park, 10 am to 6 pm October 27 and 28. New works in her various collections as well as early-career paintings will be on display throughout her home and her studio. Furman will give tours of her work space while sharing step-by-step information about her unique mixed-media process which she has developed over the years.
Furman has exhibited her work throughout the tri-state region and her work is collected throughout the country. She is a founding member of the Chester County Studio Tour and a long time participant in the Historic Yellow Springs Annual Art Show.
Autumn refreshments will be served and free parking is available on both sides of Swarthmore Ave as well as Dupont Street, Tome, and Ward Sts. For more information please contact Furman and to view more of her work, visit www.ameliafurman.com.
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Penn State Delco To Host FREE Annual Fall Festival Oct. 20
As the crisp, cool air rolls in and the semester is underway, Penn State Brandywine is buzzing with excitement for this year’s annual Penn State Day.
In addition to the Fall Festival and accompanying admissions program for high school students on Saturday, Oct. 20, the campus will host its second annual 5K Run/One-Mile Walk to raise money for student scholarships, a volleyball tournament and a cross country invitational.
Penn State Day, which is free and open to the public, will feature carnival-like games and food, pumpkin painting, a pie-eating contest, grilled stickies, popcorn, a diaper derby, a Best Dressed Penn Stater competition, entertainment and more. The festival will begin at 11:30a.m. and end at 2:30p.m. and will take place on the campus lawn. (Check for updates on the website in the event of inclement weather.)
5K Run/1-Mile Walk
The event will kick off with the 5K, which will take runners through the woods surrounding campus and along its official cross country course. A one-mile short course will be laid out for walkers. Registration will begin at 9a.m. and the race begins at 10.
The campus’ course is regularly used by its cross country team.
Proceeds from the run/walk will benefit the Delaware County Alumni Chapter’s scholarship for local students and the Alumni Society Scholarship.
To register for the race, visit http://bit.ly/PSUDay5K2012 online.
Admissions Program
The admissions program for high school students will begin with registration at 9:45a.m. in the Tomezsko Classroom Building lounge. Students will learn about the Penn State admissions process, criteria and the university’s academic offerings, and take a tour of campus with a Brandywine Lion Ambassador. To register, visit http://bit.ly/O28sw4 or call 610-892-1200 for more information. Attendees are encouraged to stick around with their families for fun at the Penn State Day festival.
Volleyball Match
The women’s volleyball team will host league rivals Penn State Mont Alto at noon, in one of its last matches this season.
Cross Country Playoffs
While the Lady Lions battle in the gym, at 1p.m. the cross country team will host the Pennsylvania State University Athletic Conference (PSUAC) championship race on the same outdoor course being used for the morning 5K. With more than ten teams competing, including the Brandywine Lady Lions, the campus will be swarming with runners vying for individual and team honors.
Penn State Brandywine, at 25 Yearsley Mill Road and Route 352 in Middletown Township, offers four-year degrees, varsity sports and a variety of clubs and organizations.
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Free College Admissions Workshop In Delco
A free college admissions informational workshop for students and their families will be offered by Sue Bilsky, Educational Consultant with JEVS College Strategies, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 16, at Temple Sholom in Broomall
Topics to be addressed include: Getting your college search organized; Figuring out where to apply; Learning about standardized testing options; Presenting yourself in a way that will enhance your qualifications; Assessing religious/cultural environments on campus; Writing application essays; and Ways to pay for college.
Many free handouts will also be available.
Reservations are required. Call 215-854-1818 to reserve a spot. Temple Sholom is at 55 N. Church Lane.
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