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Wednesday, April 23, 2014

More Free Events Coming Up- You Might Want to Take Note!

Document Shred Day at McCausland Funeral Home McCausland, Garrity, Marchesani Funeral Home and Crematory, 343 S. Chester Pike, Glenolden, will hold its Sixth Annual Shred Day 12 to 3 pm Sunday (May 4). The event is free, but participants are asked to bring  canned goods for the local food bank.
  For more information, call 610-583-0148 or visit www.mcgfh.com/.


Ridley Twp. Library to feature Pack Party Saturday
 The Ridley Township Public Library will kick off Mutt-i-grees in the Library with a Pack Party 1 pm Sat. (May 3). This event will feature special guest, Judy Schachner, creator of the popular children’s book series, Skippyjon Jones.  Families will enjoy a fun presentation by Schachner, followed by a book signing.  Books will be available for purchase at the event,courtesy of Children’s Book World.  
  The Pack Party will also offer crafts, a bake sale, and raffle baskets.  Proceeds raised during this fundraiser will go toward future Mutt-i-grees programs at Ridley Library, and the Delaware County SPCA, who will also be attending the event.
 For more information, call Lauren Longbottom at 610-583-0593.  To register,  visit www.ridleylibrary.org.
 This summer, families are invited to join Mutt-i-grees in the Library, a 5-week children’s program held at Ridley Township Public Library, which centers on humane education.
Mutt-i-grees in the Library is a new initiative that builds on children’s affinity for animals, and highlights the unique characteristics and desirability of shelter pets—also known as Mutt-i-grees.
  As part of the initiative, Ridley Library is establishing a Mutt-i-grees book collection, featuring books and resources highlighting shelter pets.  The program, scheduled to begin in June, will offer animal-related story times and crafts, reading to trained therapy pets, creating treats and toys for shelter animals, and visits from guest speakers.


Free June car show at Harrah’s The Fifth Annual Morris Racing Car Show will be held 9 am to 2 pm Sat. (June 21)at Harrah’s Philadelphia in Chester. Over 100 trophies will be awarded. The event will feature antiques, classics, modern muscle, Corvettes, race cars, imports, trucks and bikes.
The event is free to attend- there is only a charge for exhibitors.  For information, contact Linwood Morris at 610-931-2193.


How to Title Your AssetsWhat is the best way to title your assets? Should you have everything joint with your spouse? Does it make a difference if someone is joint owner or beneficiary? What does “in trust” or “payable on death” mean? Does it increase or decrease your taxes? What if real estate is involved
Robert and Dana Breslin, Esq., will present information and answer your questions on this topic. This free presentation will be held on Thursday, May 8 at 1 p.m. at the Brookhaven Municipal Building located at 2 Cambridge Road in Brookhaven. 
To register for this free presentation please contact Lori at 484-496-2138. Please do not contact the municipality directly, as workers may not be familiar with the program.


Free admission to Iris ShowThe public is invited to the Mid-Season iris show sponsored by the Delaware Valley Iris Society, an affiliate
of the American Iris Society. The show is Saturday, May 17,2014 from 1-4 P.M. The show is held at Jenkins Arboretum, 631 Berwyn-Baptist Road, Devon,PA.  Directions: www.JenkinsArboretum.org. No admission fee.
 All types of iris as well as artistic arrangements may be exhibited. All amateur iris growers are invited to exhibit but should contact show chairperson Vince Lewonski at Vince@dvis-ais.org prior to the show to make arrangements to enter their iris.
Please visit www.dvis-ais.org for more information.Free  prom dresses, accessories offered to local high school students 


 FREE Prom gowns and accessories available   Delaware County Technical High School(DCTS) has partnered with community organization, Mic Check 1-Two!, for its 2014 Prom Drive. On Saturday, April 26, from 1-4pm,  DCTS – Folcroft, 701 Henderson Blvd., Folcroft, will host the Prom Drive which is open to all Delaware County high school students.  
 For the 3rd year, the Prom Drive will offer students in the Greater Philadelphia area the opportunity to have a memorable prom experience by giving them access to free, gently-worn formal dresses, suits, shoes and accessories. Annually Mic Check 1-Two! receives donations of exceptional quality, even new gowns still adorned with sales tags. Students and family members leave the Prom Drive satisfied with their “purchase” from the boutique-like personal shopping experience.
 DCTS is committed to being a resource to the Delaware County community, with support of the Delaware County Intermediate Unit (DCIU). Donations from IU employees and community members will be accepted throughout the month of April during normal business hours at four IU buildings: DCTS, Folcroft; DCTS, Aston (75 Spring Valley Way); DCIU, Morton (200 Yale  Ave.): and Marple Education Center, Broomall (85 N., Malin Rd.)
 
Free history presentationThe Aston Township  Historical Society (ATHS) will host Dr. Nancy Webster, local professor and noted historian, Thursday, May 8, 2014, 7 P.M. at the Aston Township Municipal Building (rear entrance).  The Municipal Building is located on Pennell Road just south of 5 Points next to TD Bank.
 All are cordially welcome, free of charge, to hear Aston's History Part II!  To accompany Doctor Webster's fascinating talk, the Society will display the newly acquired Hexamer maps of Aston's local mills along with a power point presentation.  There will also be a question and answer opportunity at the end of the presentation.
 The Society is also seeking information, objects and stories of life in Aston during the 19Th century, particularly work in the many mills located in Aston at that time.  If you have any information, or know of someone who may, please call Pat Smith at 610-494-4707 or e-mail Sheila Withhelder at withelder@comcast.net. 
  ATHS offers many exciting volunteer opportunities available along with open membership enrollment, too!
 
 Growing and Cooking with HerbsDid you know fresh herbs are not only powerhouses of nutrition but are really easy to grow? Come plant herbs, learn maintenance techniques, and make a healthy recipe using the fresh herbs with Jess Richardson from Hillside Farm.
  This presentation will be held on Tuesday, May 6 at 2:30 p.m. at the Brookhaven Municipal Building located at 2 Cambridge Road in Brookhaven. 
To register for this free presentation please contact Lori at 484-496-2138. Please do not contact the municipality directly, as workers may not be familiar with the program.

Residents can dispose of E-Waste and Household Hazardous Waste- at no chargeFour dates have been scheduled this year for Delaware County residents to remove toxic products and small electronics from their homes for disposal in a safe manner at the annual household hazardous waste collections.
The collections will be held from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on three Saturdays and one Sunday spread over six months beginning with the first collection on May 3 for household hazardous and e-waste at the Emergency Services Training Center in Darby Township.
 The second event will be June 7 at the Transfer Station in Marple Township. Only household hazardous waste will be accepted at the collection at the Marple site.
Subsequent dates are Sunday, Sept. 14, at the Penn State University Brandywine Campus in Middletown Township, and on Oct. 18 at the Upper Chichester Township Municipal Building. Both hazardous and e-waste will be accepted at these two events.
E-waste, such as computer equipment, fax machines, toasters, hair dryers, stereos and televisions, but excluding items which contain freon, will be collected at three of the collections, on May 3 at the Emergency Services Training Center, on Sept. 14 at Penn State Brandywine and on Oct. 18 in Upper Chichester in connection with the household hazardous waste collections scheduled for those days. 
The Emergency Services Training Center is on Calcon Hook Road and Tribbett Avenue, on the Darby Township-Sharon Hill border. The Marple site is on Sussex Boulevard at Marpit Road. Penn State University Brandywine Campus is at Route 352 and Yearsley Mill road, Middletown.  Upper Chichester Township Municipal Building is at 8500 Furey Road, near Chichester Avenue, Upper Chichester.
 “The four events offer an easy and convenient opportunity to dispose of hazardous and electronic items in a responsible manner,” said County Council Vice Chairman Mario J. Civera Jr., Council’s liaison to the Solid Waste Authority. 
 Household hazardous waste products which will be collected can be found in the home in the bathroom, kitchen, living areas, garage, basement and utility room.  Labels that contain the words danger, toxic or hazardous are items that are considered hazardous and should be brought to one of the events.
Organizers recommend residents take their materials to the collection site nearest their home. The collections take place rain or shine.
A list of materials that will be collected and directions to the locations as well as a comprehensive list of collection dates and locations for the five-county region are posted on the County’s website, www.co.delaware.pa.us/recycle/hhw.html. For additional information, contact the Delaware County Solid Waste Authority at 610-892-9627.


Free Lucky Penny Farm Fun Day Media’s Lucky Penny Farm On Wawa Hill is getting ready for Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 4 with its second Farm Fun Day that will feature shopping for locally made artisanal crafts and foods, live music, art activities for kids and farm tours.This historic country estate is located on 16 rolling acres right behind the Wawa corporate headquarters on Baltimore Pike. The farm’s residents include a small herd of friendly alpacas, two  free-roaming piglets, peacocks, ducks, chickens, and Guinea hens. Visitors will enjoy the opportunity to meet and greet the alpacas “up-close” – an experience that is guaranteed to delight! Admission to the Farm Fun Day is free. Hours are 10  a.m. – 4  p.m.Vendors will include Sweet Salvation Truffles, Ten Air Studios handmade silver jewelry, MoJo's Popco. gourmet popcorn treats, Heather's Myth handspun yarns, Farm and Garden Flowers designs, Sinfully Delicious gourmet pastries, Helene's Whimsical Children’s Art,  Marvelous Mo’ and Me natural soaps, Long Cove Foods wholesome and vegan, and chair massage by Mike’s Mastery Massage.Live musical performances by Drexel Hill’s Rita Miller and Friends (noon) and  Sparkle Pony (2 p.m.) featuring Valentina Raffaelli and Lewin Barringer, also of Drexel Hill, will highlight the day. Kids will have fun making farm-inspired crafts with Day of Art, led by Gail McCown of Bryn Mawr.The estate, which was originally owned the founder of Wawa Dairy, is available as a unique venue for private parties. The address is 320 Wawa Road, Media.


Free Star PartyThe Delaware Valley Amateur Astronomers will also hold a Star "Party" for interested members of the public, hosted by DVAA members, 8 p.m., May 3.  Various telescopes will be set up in Valley Forge National Historic Park’s Model Airplane Field. Attendees can observe magnified features of the moon, planets and a wide variety of other celestial wonders. Free.


Free Canning lesson at Marple LibraryLearn how to preserve what you grow this season during a free class at the Marple Public Library. Food writer and Canning Teacher Marisa McClellan will visit the library, 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 6 to teach attendees about canning. She will make a delicious new recipe from her latest book, “Preserving by the Pint : Quick Seasonal Canning for Small Spaces.” McClellan is also the author of “Food In Jars” and has a popular blog by the same name. Call the library to register at 610-356-1510. The library is at 2599 Sproul Road, Broomall.



 


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