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B.Y.O.N. in Swarthmore

BYON – Bring Your Own Noodle!  As the pool season comes to a close, gather up your old pool noodles and bring them and your kids, ages 2-7, to The Creative Living Room, 6-6:45 p.m., Friday, Sept. 6.

The pool noodles will be repurposed and reimagined into unicorns. Attendees will also share a new children’s story, “Unicorn Thinks He’s Pretty Great” by Bob Shea, creator of the popular Dinosaur vs. series.

This event, part of Swarthmore’s First Friday program, will feature Librarian Joni O’Connor of Green StART at The Creative Living Room.

This event is FREE and open to the public. Donations appreciated. No reservations are necessary. For more information, call 610-544-5800 or visit www.thecreativelivingroom.com.

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Teens! Get started on the path to financial freedom

Chester, PA – Do you want to spend your life living pay check to pay check or do you want to be able to “live large”?  Learn the basics of personal finance and get started on the path to a great financial future.  This three part session will provide information, activities and tools to increase your financial savvy and get you on the road to financial security.  

The J. Lewis Crozer library will be hosting this Youth Financial Education series in September. On Sept. 13th from 1 -2:30 p.m. learn financial goal setting and decision making. On Sept. 19th from 6-7:30 it’s “Show Me the Money” and on Sept. 26th from 6-7:30 p.m. bring your parents and learn how to pay for college.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED, limited space available. You may register online at www.delcolibraries.org under library events, by calling the J. Lewis Crozer library @ 610-494-3454 or Susan Purcell @ 610-891-8622.

Youth Financial Education is part of the MoneySmart@ your library project presented by the Delaware County Library System in cooperation with the Library Foundation of Delaware County.  Funding for MoneySmart@ your library is provided by a grant from the FINRA Investor Education Foundation and the American Library Association.  The program is developed and presented by CLARIFI, non-profit community resource devoted to your Lifelong Financial 

Literacy.

For details on these programs and others, visit the DCLS MoneySmart website at www.delcolibraries.org/money.  

The Delaware County Library System is the department of county government responsible for providing support services for 26 independent member libraries.  For information about the wide range of library services available to all county residents, visit: www.delcolibraries.org or follow delcolibraries on Twitter and delawarecountylibraries on Facebook.  Tax deductible donations may be made to the Library Foundation of Delaware County, www.supportdelcolibraries.org

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Annual ‘FREEMarket’ in Media Sept. 8

  Everything will be free at the 2nd annual Media FREEMarket 2 to 5p.m., Sunday (Sept. 8) at Providence Friends Meeting, 105 N Providence Rd, Media.

  Area residents are invited to bring something... take something... either or both. Skills and talents are welcome, too. Attendees may play a song (acoustic only), give a massage, read a poem, juggle, read tarot cards, or challenge attendees with chess skills.

  All kinds of food, refreshments and “stuff” are welcome. Attendees are asked to clean out the house, shed, car, office, basement and bring garage sale leftovers and “hand-mades.” (No items after 4p.m.)

  The event is sponsored by Transition Town Media to promote a sharing community. For more information, go to http://transitiontownmedia.org or email info@TransitionTownMedia.org.

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Rally Day at Swarthmore UMC

   Swarthmore United Methodist Church, 131 Park Ave., Swarthmore will celebrate Rally Day Sunday (Sept. 8).
   Community members are welcome to meet the new pastor, Sukja Bang, who will preach at the 10:30 service. A FREE pot luck luncheon will follow the service. All are welcome to bring a salad, side dish or dessert.

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FREE Tour, Book Discussions at Scott Arboretum

   Learn about the inner workings, benefits, and beauty of green roofs while exploring the three we have at the Arboretum. Please note the level of difficulty on these tours is higher than others we offer; a brisk walk and several steps are required to reach the final roof. Children under the age of 12 are not permitted on the roofs.
  The tour will begin at the Scott Arboretum offices and is free and open to the public. In case of inclement weather, the tour will be canceled. For more information, please call the Scott Arboretum offices at 610-328-8025.

  In another event, people can join fellow garden enthusiasts and book lovers as they discuss books about plants, nature, and the environment. “Nature’s Narratives” is a book discussion group sponsored by the Scott Arboretum where readers come together to discuss a book once a month and share in the reading experience. This month the group will discuss James Lovelock's Gaia. Written for the non-scientist, Gaia is a journey through time and space in search of evidence with which to support a new and radically different model of our planet. In contrast to conventional belief that living matter is passive in the face of threats to its existence, the book explores the hypothesis that the earth's living matter -- air, ocean, and land surfaces -- forms a complex system that has the capacity to keep the Earth a fit place for life.

    The discussions are free and open to the public and will take place in the Wister Center. Participants will need to read each month’s selection prior to the discussion. One copy of each book is available for members to check out of the Scott Arboretum Horticultural Library. For more information, call 610-328-8025 or visit www.scottarboretum.org.

  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 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 to 4:30 p.m. For more information, please call the Arboretum Offices at 610-328-8025. Visit us at www.scottarboretum.org.

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FREE VIDEO LESSON FROM THE NATIONAL CONSTITUTION CENTER PROVIDES UNIQUE TEACHING OPPORTUNITY FOR STUDENTS AND TEACHERS

Constitution Day episode features introduction by Congressman John Lewis

    As a national headquarters for constitutional education and civic holidays, the National Constitution Center continues to offer the nation’s teachers fresh, exciting content and tools that illuminate our nation’s founding document. The latest edition of the museum’s popular online video lesson series, Constitution Hall Pass, will debut on September 9, 2013, at constitutioncenter.org/constitutionday—just in time for Constitution Day! Featuring a special introduction by civil rights icon Congressman John Lewis, “Constitution Day 2013: The Legislative Branch” provides a behind-the-scenes look at how laws are made in the United States.

  Members of the museum’s education staff and scholars will be available to chat live with students and teachers from September 9 to September 13 and from September 16 to September 20 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. EST. In addition, Channel One News’ award-winning website ChannelOne.com will prominently feature Constitution Hall Pass in classrooms across America, along with supplementary educational resources.

    During the episode, viewers will learn how Article I of the Constitution established the legislative branch of government by exploring famous historical sites, including Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Federal Hall in New York City, and the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. They will come away with a greater understanding of how the law-making process works today, how members of Congress are accountable to "We the People," and the importance of civic participation. Plus, watching the episode is a fun, engaging way to for educator to fulfill their federal Constitution Day education requirement.

  “Constitution Day 2013: The Legislative Branch” is the ninth installment of the museum’s popular Constitution Hall Pass video series. Previous episodes have focused on a variety of historical events and civic holidays, including: Tax Day, Bill of Rights Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service, Earth Day, and Thanksgiving. Each webcast is archived and available at constitutioncenter.org/hallpass. The video lesson series is just one of the many cutting-edge civic learning resources offered by the Constitution Center, both onsite and online. As the national headquarters for civic education, the museum offers downloadable lesson plans, interactive games and quizzes, and a variety of digital educational resources for teachers fulfilling their social studies education requirements.

  Constitution Hall Pass is created in partnership with Drexel University’s School of Education. Support for “Constitution Day 2013: The Legislative Branch” is provided by The Hearst Foundation, Inc.

About Constitution Day at the National Constitution Center

  Those visiting the National Constitution Center in person on September 17 can participate in the museum’s annual Constitution Day celebration, featuring a wide array of inspiring and educational activities, including a naturalization ceremony, the induction of a new member into the American National Tree, and an anniversary party for the Constitution. Congressman John Lewis will be on-hand for many of the day’s events and will speak about his new graphic novel at a 12:30 p.m. panel. For a complete calendar of events and a list of educational resources, visit constitutioncenter.org/constitutionday. Admission is FREE on Constitution Day.  For more information, call 215-409-6700 or visit constitutioncenter.org.  

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Square Dancing, Yoga for First Friday

  First Friday in Swarthmore, 5–8 p.m., Sept. 6 will feature a variety of events in downtown Swarthmore. 

  From 5-7p.m. , there will be a free Square Dancing session with local caller Clay Goss of Delaware who will introduce everyone to  this fun form of dancing that is great for mind and body. Dancing will take place at the Swarthmore Borough Parking Lot. If it rains, dancing will take place in the Community Room inside Borough Hall.

There will also be a free Candlelight Yoga session from 7-8:30 p.m. at Wellness on Park. Participate in a Yin based yoga practice to start your weekend. Known as the "quiet" practice, Yin Yoga will release tense joints while calming your soul.  All are welcome. Donations are appreciated.

For a complete list of events, visit www.swarthorepa.org

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A Different Slice of History

   Wallingford  PA – We all know about William Penn and the history of Delaware  County, but do you know about local hauntings and witch trials?

The Delaware County Library System and the Helen Kate Furness Library will host two local authors who will present non-traditional stories of Delaware County history.  Learn about the witch trial of Margaret Mattson, the haunting of the Heilbron Mansion and the Sandy Flash.  These are just some of the stories of local history that will be presented.

Matt Lake is the author of Weird Pennsylvania, a delightful coffee table book which is a travel guide to Pennsylvania's local legends and best kept secrets.  He has also written science books for children and books on the Internet.

Author Laurie Hull has had a lifelong interest in ghosts and the supernatural that began while she was growing up in a haunted house.  Her book titles include: Brandywine Valley Ghosts: Haunts of Southeastern Pennsylvania and Supernatural Pennsylvania.

Both author will present stories on Delaware County history and answer questions.  Following the presentations, copies of their books will be available for purchase and autographing.

The event will be held Sunday, September 8 at 2:00 p.m. at the Helen Kate Furness Free Library, 100 N. Providence Rd., Wallingford, PA.  For more information call 610-891-8622.

The Delaware County Library System is the department of county government responsible for providing support services for 26 independent member libraries.  For information about the wide range of library services available to all county residents, visit: www.delcolibraries.org or follow delcolibraries on Twitter and delawarecountylibraries on Facebook.  Tax deductible donations may be made to the Library Foundation of Delaware County, www.supportdelcolibraries.org

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MILLER LITE AND THE PHILADELPHIA EAGLES HOST COUNTDOWN TO KICKOFF PARTY AT XFINITY LIVE! PHILADELPHIA ON SEPTEMBER 5 

Members of the Philadelphia Eagles will address the crowd and mingle with VIP guests as Miller Lite hosts the 2013 Countdown to Kickoff party at XFINITY Live! Philadelphia on Thursday, September 5 beginning at 6 p.m.  Philadelphia Eagles cheerleaders will also be in attendance to take photos with fans and sign autographs.  The official Eagles drum-line will rock XFINITY Live! prior to Dirty Heads taking the Live! stage at 9 p.m.Kicking-off the 2013-14 NFL season, the broadcast of the Super Bowl Champion Baltimore Ravens vs. the Denver Broncos will be shown on the  32-foot HD screen beginning at 8:30 p.m. Those in attendance will have the opportunity to win Eagles autographed items throughout the evening.

This event is FREE and open to the public and there will be Miller Lite specials at the venue all night long.

XFINITY Live!, the filming location for Comcast SportsNet’s Eagles Pregame Live, hosts the biggest tailgate party in the city for every Eagles home game and features live performances by The Rockets.

  

XFINITY Live! Philadelphia is a dining and entertainment district centered in the heart of the South Philadelphia Sports Complex. The one-of-a-kind venue features over a dozen restaurant and entertainment choices, including six main venues: Broad Street Bullies Pub, PBR Bar & Grill (Professional Bull Riders), Philly MarketPlace, Spectrum Grill, Victory Beer Hall and the first-ever NBC Sports Arena. XFINITY Live! is a joint partnership between Philadelphia-based Comcast-Spectacor and Baltimore-based The Cordish Companies.

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St. John Neumann Group Holds Open House

  Looking to join a group that is free to join and yet brings priceless dividends? The St. John Neumann Fraternity of the Secular Franciscan Order will host an Information Night 7 to 8p.m., Wednesday (Sept. 11) at Our Lady of Angels Convent, 609 S Convent Road, Aston (adjacent to Neumann University).
  The group welcomes Catholic men and women of all ages at Wednesday evening gatherings. The fraternity provides opportunities for spiritual growth while affording support and encouragement for daily life.
  For more information, call 302-475-5266 or 610-497-4763.

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Neumann Launches Free Career Management Series Sept. 18

  The Career Management Series at Neumann University will begin another full slate of programs with a workshop on networking Sept. 18. Neumann offers free professional career workshops, and new this year is the addition of a webinar series.

  The program of workshops and webinars is open to alumni, parents, students, faculty, staff, and friends of Neumann, including the local community. The goal is to provide the professional and personal development skills necessary to compete in the global marketplace.

  The first workshop will be “The Art of Networking,” held 6:30 to 8p.m., Wednesday (Sept. 18). in the Rocco Abessinio Building on Neumann’s campus in Aston.

   Other workshops throughout the year include “Using Technology in Presentations, Resumes and Cover Letters,” “Social Media,” and “Career Management.” To see the entire lineup of fall programs and to register, visit www.neumann.edu/cms. Registration is required.

  “We want to support our community in their career development goals while they’re at Neumann, and also when they continue their journey after Neumann,” says Stephanie Fortunato, assistant director of alumni relations. “In this rapidly changing economic landscape, it’s important to consistently maintain and develop new skills to stay relevant.”

  Workshop and webinar topics range from resume tips and career transitioning to dining etiquette and professional social media presence. 

  For more information, call at 610-558-5544.

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Lion’s M.A.N.E. Connects Students and Seniors in RTM

  Lion’s M.A.N.E. of the Rose Tree Media School District is celebrating its eighth year as an outreach program for senior citizens residing in the district. Established in 2005, the Lion’s M.A.N.E. (the acronym stands for Mature Adults Nurturing Education) has grown in membership to over 940 senior citizens. The mission statement of Lion’s M.A.N.E. reads:  “Lion’s M.A.N.E. offers engaging opportunities for older generations to connect with younger generations through ongoing communications.”

  During the past eight years, Lion’s M.A.N.E. members have actively cheered at Penncrest football games; led panel discussions about personal life experiences; participated in book discussions with students; created artworks for intergenerational art exhibits; been interviewed by students; and attended various arts and sporting events throughout the district.

  A Senior Advisory Council serves as a steering committee for Lion’s M.A.N.E.

  All senior citizen, age 65 or older, residing in the Rose Tree Media School District are eligible to become a member of Lion’s M.A.N.E. Membership entitles the senior citizen to receive a Gold Card, entitling the owner to free or reduced price admission for school events, invitations to Fall and Spring Luncheons, and opportunities to be involved with many district events.

  To join Lion’s M.A.N.E., eligible persons can sign up at the Education Center, 308 North Olive Street, Media. Membership is free for life, as long as the person resides in the district. To serve on the Lion’s M.A.N.E. Senior Advisory Council, contact Meg Barney at 610-627-7234 or email mbarney@rtmsd.org.

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Healing Services at Trinity Episcopal 

  On the first Tuesday of each month, Trinity Episcopal Church will be having a service of Healing Prayer. The FREE event is open to all in the community as a way to receive prayers for health, situations, for a way to express concern for events in the community, the nation, and the world, and for all those who hold a genuine concern for someone else.
  The church welcomes everyone.
  Trinity Episcopal Church is at 301 College Ave. Swarthmore. For more information, email josephagerman425@gmail.com.

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Computer Tech Talk Group Starting Up at Schoolhouse Center

    Love your computer and have no problem talking about it?  Rich Conti is forming a new group for computer lovers at Schoolhouse Center, 600 Swarthmore Ave., Folsom.  These folks not only use their computers for just about everything but love discussing them.  This group is neither a class nor a computer course, but rather a forum to learn computer tips and tricks from each other. Free Wi Fi is available on site.

  Tech Talk meets on the first Wednesday of each month at Schoolhouse and will kick off 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Oct. 2. There is no cost to participants and all ages of adults are welcome. 

 For information contact  Kim McDaniel at (610) 237-8100 or email kmcdaniel@scs-delco.org/.