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Learn Interviewing Techniques at Free Workshop
Joseph’s People Central Delco (JPCD) will hold a free workshop on interviewing techniques 7 to 8:30p.m., Tuesday (Sept. 16) at Media Presbyterian Church, 30 E. Baltimore Pike, Media.
The workshop will be led by Beth Ann Wilson. All are welcome without regard to religious affiliation.
According to Wilson, effective interviewing requires being prepared with a clear and concise picture of oneself and potential employers. During the session, she will teach participants how to best portray their qualifications and get the information they need to determine if the position is a good fit. Interviewing techniques will also be covered.
Wilson specializes in career planning and has a practice with offices in Philadelphia and Media. She has earned recognition as a board-certified Career Management Fellow from the Institute of Career Certification International (ICCI) and serves on the organization’s board. Wilson holds a B.A. in psychology from Dickinson College and a M.Ed. in counseling from Penn State University.
Joseph’s People Central Delco is a joint program of Media Presbyterian Church, St. Mary Magdalen Parish and St. Laurence. It provides networking opportunities, guidance and emotional support to job seekers and career changers. JPCD is affiliated with Joseph’s People, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping unemployed and underemployed workers.
For more information, visit www.josephspeople.org, call 610-873-7117 or email contactus@josephspeople.org. For specific information on the meeting location, visit www.mediapresbyterian.org or call 610-566-3944.
Marple Library presents free seminar for entrepreneurs
Attention entrepreneurs! Did you know that having a solid business plan is useful for creating or growing your business and also helps when seeking investments? Come learn more from SCORE mentors at a free seminar entitled “Writing a Business Plan” at the Marple Public Library on Thursday, September 25 at 6:30 pm. Everyone is welcome.
SCORE is a nonprofit dedicated to educating entrepreneurs and helping small businesses start, grow and succeed nationwide. SCORE is a resource partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration, and has been mentoring small business owners for over 40 years.
Register in advance for this event. Call the library at 610-356-1510. The library is located at 2599 Sproul Road in Broomall.
Rep. Hackett to Host FREE Senior Expo at Strath Haven High School
Rep. Joe Hackett (R-Delaware) is inviting area senior citizens, their families and their caregivers to attend his Senior Expo on Saturday, Sept. 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Strath Haven High School, located at 205 S. Providence Road in Wallingford.
“We have a lot of seniors here in Delaware County and also have some great programs and resources to assist them with their everyday needs,” Hackett said. “A program or service can only work if the people who would benefit from it know about it.”
Exhibitors from local and state agencies, medical organizations, and a variety of senior-focused groups will be on hand to share their expertise and information on topics significant to seniors.
“This is a great opportunity for our seniors to check out federal, state, and local services available to them throughout Delaware County,” Hackett said. “My staff and I are looking forward to spending the day with residents from all across the District.”
If you have any questions regarding the Senior Expo, don’t hesitate to contact Representative Hackett’s Folsom District Office at 610-461-5543.
Immanuel Lutheran to present speakers for caregivers of seniors
Immanuel Lutheran church, Norwood will present three speakers for caregivers 1-3 pm Sun. (Sept. 28) in the church social hall on the basement level. Call the church office at 610-586-5860 to attend.
The first speaker, Colleen Kelly, is a social worker with 20 plus years of experience assisting seniors with services that are available through federal and state funding to aid in independent living. The second speaker, Robert Firkser, Esq., of the firm of Del Sordo and Firkser, will speak on estate planning, wills and related topics. He will address ways to assure that assets are distributed as desired, options for tax savings, and topics such as Powers of Attorney and Living Wills. The third speaker is Horace “Hank” Griffith of Griffith Funeral Home, Norwood, who will provide all the information that is needed to arrange for a funeral, from preplanning, the process of making funeral arrangements and current trends in funeral customs.
A question and answer session will follow each presentation. There's no charge to attend.
Chester Shipbuilding Topic at Hedgerow
Free presentation on shipbuilding in Chester
"What Chester Makes, Makes Chester: Her Contribution to the U.S. Shipbuilding Industry” will be a program presented by Dr. Joseph Edgette 7p.m., Monday (Sept. 22) at the Hedgerow Theater in Rose Valley.
The illustrated presentation will provide the historical background as to why Chester was the "Shipbuilding Capital of the United States" from 1857 until 1982.
Dr. Edgette is Professor Emeritus at Widener University and the university's resident folklorist.
The Chester Historical Preservation Committee is sponsoring this program that is free and open to the public.
Call 610-872-4497 for further information.
Building Trades Youth Training Program Accepting Applications
Community Action Agency of Delaware County (CAADC) CEO Edward Coleman has announced that the Building Trades Training Program is now accepting applications from eligible youth. The program is designed to help out-of-school youth gain the skills for a career. Free training is provided in plumbing basics, construction and drywall and electrical maintenance. Participants receive industry recognized certifications in OSHA Construction, Lead Safety and Forklifting.
There are a limited number of available slots and applicants must meet the following requirements: be between the ages of 17 and 21; currently reside in Delaware County; and not enrolled in high school. Income eligibility guidelines apply.
Contact Carla Gordy at CAADC’s Employment and Training Department at 610-874-8451, ext. 1047.
The Community Action Agency has been Delaware County’s designated anti-poverty agency since 1979. The agency’s website is www.caadc.org.
Free Concert Saturday At Drexel Lodge Park
Newtown Township and the Newtown Parks and Recreation Board is hosting "Concert Night" at Drexel Lodge Park, 5-7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 13, featuring The Ed DiCesare Jazz Trio. There is no rain date.
Come and enjoy music -- Brazilian Jazz, American Swing and soulful get-down blues -- under the stars. Bring your own food and favorite non-alcoholic beverages, blankets and chairs for a great time in a beautiful setting.
Also sponsoring the event are Rafferty Subaru, J.Schwartz LLC. Remodeling & Fine Home Building and Len Schiulli & Sons LLC.
Drexel Lodge Park is at 4140 West Chester Pike
Kids can eat free at Perkins
Kids can eat free to celebrate World Pancake Day at Perkins Restaurant Sept. 25. For more info, visit http://www.perkinsrestaurants.com/menu/.
Free program on WWI at Helen Kate Furness Free Library
The Helen Kate Furness Free Library will commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the start of World War One with a series of programs this autumn. All programs are free and open to the public, but registration is required. Please contact Library Director Jennifer Stock at 610-566-9331 to register or for more information.
Highlighting pieces from the Peace Collection at Swarthmore College, archivist Anne Yoder will discuss "Conscientious Objectors in World War One" on Tuesday September 30 at 7:15 PM.
A special World War One-focused book discussion takes place on Thursday October 23 at 7:15 PM. Copies of the book A Star for Mrs. Blake by April Smith will be available for checkout.
The lecture "1916-1917" with local historian Andrew Miller takes place Saturday November 8 at 2:00 PM. This program is sponsored in part by the Nether Providence Historical Society.
The Helen Kate Furness Free Library is located at 100 N Providence Road in Wallingford.
Arrg You Ready For The Talk Like A Pirate Day Giveaway at Krispy Kreme?
Get a FREE doughnut for talking like a pirate, or dressing like a pirate for a free dozen on Friday, September 19. Any landlubber who dares to enter a participating Krispy Kreme® US locations and talks like a pirate will score one free Original Glazed® doughnut. To the swashbuckler who wears full pirate attire goes a bounty of one FREE dozen Original Glazed doughnuts. Offer good on International Talk Like a Pirate Day, September 19 only. Some restrictions apply. Visit KrispyKreme.com for more information.
To claim yer bounty on September 19, ye must:
Talk like a pirate or wear an eye patch to a participating Krispy Kreme shop for one FREE Original Glazed doughnut.
Come in to a participating Krispy Kreme location in full pirate costume for one FREE dozen Original Glazed doughnuts. Qualifying pirate costumes must include three or more of the following items:( No Weapons Allowed!) Eye Patch, Pirate Hat, Bandana, Peg Leg, Parrot on Shoulder, Pirate Shirt / Loose white shirt, Knickers, Leather belt, Silver and gold necklaces and earrings, Pirate Hook, and Pointy black boots or ragged brown sandals.
No charge to participate in Pet Remembrance Day at Rose Tree
Day By Day Pet Caregiver Support will commemorate National Pet Memorial Day on Sunday, September 14 at Rose Tree Park in Media (Delaware County) beginning at 1 p.m.
Attendees of the event will be able to participate in a remembrance ceremony, receive educational materials on pet loss and grief, and receive a FREE pet remembrance gift. (Attendees are asked to bring a photo of their beloved deceased pet).
“The objectives of the commemoration are to honor the bond between pets and pet parents, educate people about the grief journey that occurs when a beloved pet is at end-of-life and then dies, and increase awareness of the many options available to memorialize pets who have passed away,” said Kathryn Jennings, President/Founder of Day By Day Pet Caregiver Support.
Like Day By Day, pet loss professionals all around the country will commemorate the day by holding events in their communities. In honor of a beloved pet, pet parents are also encouraged to visit http://www.daybydaypetsupport.com/create-a-pet-memorial/ to post an online memorial for deceased pets and view a list of additional ways to remember deceased pets.
The commemoration day was originally created in 1972 by the International Association of Pet Cemeteries in commemoration of the importance of remembering beloved lost pets. The day is always celebrated on the second Sunday in September.
“It’s incredibly important for people to grieve whatever loss they may experience in their lives,” said Kathryn Jennings, President/Founder, Day By Day Pet Caregiver Support. “We truly want to assist them in expressing their love, mourning their grief and remembering these (pets) family members in a meaningful way.”
Day By Day Pet Caregiver Support is a member of the Pet Loss Professionals Alliance, a group of about 275 members worldwide dedicated to providing education and opportunities for professional growth for providers of pet-related death care services. Learn more at www.daybydaypetsupport.com.
Financial Ed. Workshop Offered
The Delaware County Workforce Investment Board will offer a free Financial Education Workshop 10a.m. to noon, Thursday (Sept. 11) at the PA CareerLink office, 701 Crosby Street, Suite B, Chester. Topics covered will include Financial Literacy, Credit, Budgeting, and the workshop will include individual financial counseling sessions.
This workshop fills up fast; call for reservation at 610-447-3350.
Free Wellness Fair in Delco Sept. 17
Delaware County Council will partner with the Delaware County Women’s Commission to hold a Wellness Fair, open to county employees and residents, 10a.m. to 1p.m., Wednesday (Sept. 17) at the Government Center, 201 W. Front St., Media. Free health screenings and wellness resources will be available at the fair.
Free reading with pets program at Aston Library
Aston Library will host Pals for Reading for four programs 6:30p.m., Mondays, Sept.15, 22 and 29.
Children can expand their confidence with reading by practicing with a trained therapy dog.
Research proves that reading to animals helps shy children and children having trouble learning to read build confidence in their literacy skills since dogs are great listeners and don't criticize.
Children enjoy reading to dogs and can pet them and give them treats.
The programs are free, but registration is required. Space is very limited. Register at http://www.tinyurl.com/AstonPals2014.
For more about the Pals for Life organization, go to http://www.palsforlife.org. The program is made possible by the support of the Glen Riddle Rotary Club. The Library is at 3270 Concord Road, Aston.
‘Restoring Democracy’ forum planned at Unitarian Universalist Church
Free 'Restoring Democracy' forum at Unitarian Church
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Delaware County, 145 W. Rose Tree Rd., Media will hold a community forum to discuss “Restoring Democracy, Countering Corruption” 1:30 pm Oct. 12. The free community forum will address elections, politics, social and legal issues.
The forum’s three panelists are: Virginia Rasmussen of the Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom, which works to create political, economic, social and psychological freedom for everyone. The league has organized the Challenge Corporate Power, Assert the People’s Rights Campaign; J. Alexander Sheppard of Rootstrikers, a volunteer group educating the public on the problems of big money in politics; and John Poole of Wolf PAC Pennsylvania, a group of activist volunteers who are part of a national organization working to create an convention of the states to propose an amendment to the U.S. Constitution for free and fair elections. The organization is unrelated to the Tom Wolf campaign for governor.
For more information, contact Dan Alamia at dan.alamia@gmail.com or Neil Goldstein at neiljgold@aol.com or call the church at 610-566-4853.
Gospel Choir Invites New Members
Free concert on tap
The Interfaith Gospel Choir is celebrating its 20th year and is inviting the community to join its workshops and annual concert which will be held 7p.m., Saturday, Nov. 22 at First United Methodist Church of Media, 350 W State St.
Workshops will be held at 7p.m., Nov. 10, 13, 18 and 21.
For more information call 610-891-8822 or 610-876-4946.
First Responders to be Honored
North Chester Baptist Church will hold an Honor and Memorial Service
for police, firefighters, EMS personnel, and Park Police 10:45a.m., Sunday (Sept.14) at the Church, 2331 Providence Ave, Chester.
Russ Stammer a 16-year veteran of the Oakland (NJ) Fire Department will be guest speaker. He is Chaplain of the Riverdale (NJ) Fire Department and member of the Board of the Fellowship of Christian Firefighters.
Music will be presented by Jerry and Patti Just, who for many years have performed sacred musical selections that uplift listeners.
"The sacrifices of police and first responders for the peace and safety of our region is deeply appreciated, but seldom recognized. They are the front line of our community,” said Pastor Randy Friedman.
All police and first responders in Chester and surrounding areas are invited. A luncheon will follow the service.
Joseph’s People Central Delco (JPCD) will hold a free workshop on interviewing techniques 7 to 8:30p.m., Tuesday (Sept. 16) at Media Presbyterian Church, 30 E. Baltimore Pike, Media.
The workshop will be led by Beth Ann Wilson. All are welcome without regard to religious affiliation.
According to Wilson, effective interviewing requires being prepared with a clear and concise picture of oneself and potential employers. During the session, she will teach participants how to best portray their qualifications and get the information they need to determine if the position is a good fit. Interviewing techniques will also be covered.
Wilson specializes in career planning and has a practice with offices in Philadelphia and Media. She has earned recognition as a board-certified Career Management Fellow from the Institute of Career Certification International (ICCI) and serves on the organization’s board. Wilson holds a B.A. in psychology from Dickinson College and a M.Ed. in counseling from Penn State University.
Joseph’s People Central Delco is a joint program of Media Presbyterian Church, St. Mary Magdalen Parish and St. Laurence. It provides networking opportunities, guidance and emotional support to job seekers and career changers. JPCD is affiliated with Joseph’s People, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping unemployed and underemployed workers.
For more information, visit www.josephspeople.org, call 610-873-7117 or email contactus@josephspeople.org. For specific information on the meeting location, visit www.mediapresbyterian.org or call 610-566-3944.
Marple Library presents free seminar for entrepreneurs
Attention entrepreneurs! Did you know that having a solid business plan is useful for creating or growing your business and also helps when seeking investments? Come learn more from SCORE mentors at a free seminar entitled “Writing a Business Plan” at the Marple Public Library on Thursday, September 25 at 6:30 pm. Everyone is welcome.
SCORE is a nonprofit dedicated to educating entrepreneurs and helping small businesses start, grow and succeed nationwide. SCORE is a resource partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration, and has been mentoring small business owners for over 40 years.
Register in advance for this event. Call the library at 610-356-1510. The library is located at 2599 Sproul Road in Broomall.
Rep. Hackett to Host FREE Senior Expo at Strath Haven High School
Rep. Joe Hackett (R-Delaware) is inviting area senior citizens, their families and their caregivers to attend his Senior Expo on Saturday, Sept. 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Strath Haven High School, located at 205 S. Providence Road in Wallingford.
“We have a lot of seniors here in Delaware County and also have some great programs and resources to assist them with their everyday needs,” Hackett said. “A program or service can only work if the people who would benefit from it know about it.”
Exhibitors from local and state agencies, medical organizations, and a variety of senior-focused groups will be on hand to share their expertise and information on topics significant to seniors.
“This is a great opportunity for our seniors to check out federal, state, and local services available to them throughout Delaware County,” Hackett said. “My staff and I are looking forward to spending the day with residents from all across the District.”
If you have any questions regarding the Senior Expo, don’t hesitate to contact Representative Hackett’s Folsom District Office at 610-461-5543.
Immanuel Lutheran to present speakers for caregivers of seniors
Immanuel Lutheran church, Norwood will present three speakers for caregivers 1-3 pm Sun. (Sept. 28) in the church social hall on the basement level. Call the church office at 610-586-5860 to attend.
The first speaker, Colleen Kelly, is a social worker with 20 plus years of experience assisting seniors with services that are available through federal and state funding to aid in independent living. The second speaker, Robert Firkser, Esq., of the firm of Del Sordo and Firkser, will speak on estate planning, wills and related topics. He will address ways to assure that assets are distributed as desired, options for tax savings, and topics such as Powers of Attorney and Living Wills. The third speaker is Horace “Hank” Griffith of Griffith Funeral Home, Norwood, who will provide all the information that is needed to arrange for a funeral, from preplanning, the process of making funeral arrangements and current trends in funeral customs.
A question and answer session will follow each presentation. There's no charge to attend.
Chester Shipbuilding Topic at Hedgerow
Free presentation on shipbuilding in Chester
"What Chester Makes, Makes Chester: Her Contribution to the U.S. Shipbuilding Industry” will be a program presented by Dr. Joseph Edgette 7p.m., Monday (Sept. 22) at the Hedgerow Theater in Rose Valley.
The illustrated presentation will provide the historical background as to why Chester was the "Shipbuilding Capital of the United States" from 1857 until 1982.
Dr. Edgette is Professor Emeritus at Widener University and the university's resident folklorist.
The Chester Historical Preservation Committee is sponsoring this program that is free and open to the public.
Call 610-872-4497 for further information.
Building Trades Youth Training Program Accepting Applications
Community Action Agency of Delaware County (CAADC) CEO Edward Coleman has announced that the Building Trades Training Program is now accepting applications from eligible youth. The program is designed to help out-of-school youth gain the skills for a career. Free training is provided in plumbing basics, construction and drywall and electrical maintenance. Participants receive industry recognized certifications in OSHA Construction, Lead Safety and Forklifting.
There are a limited number of available slots and applicants must meet the following requirements: be between the ages of 17 and 21; currently reside in Delaware County; and not enrolled in high school. Income eligibility guidelines apply.
Contact Carla Gordy at CAADC’s Employment and Training Department at 610-874-8451, ext. 1047.
The Community Action Agency has been Delaware County’s designated anti-poverty agency since 1979. The agency’s website is www.caadc.org.
Free Concert Saturday At Drexel Lodge Park
Newtown Township and the Newtown Parks and Recreation Board is hosting "Concert Night" at Drexel Lodge Park, 5-7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 13, featuring The Ed DiCesare Jazz Trio. There is no rain date.
Come and enjoy music -- Brazilian Jazz, American Swing and soulful get-down blues -- under the stars. Bring your own food and favorite non-alcoholic beverages, blankets and chairs for a great time in a beautiful setting.
Also sponsoring the event are Rafferty Subaru, J.Schwartz LLC. Remodeling & Fine Home Building and Len Schiulli & Sons LLC.
Drexel Lodge Park is at 4140 West Chester Pike
Kids can eat free at Perkins
Kids can eat free to celebrate World Pancake Day at Perkins Restaurant Sept. 25. For more info, visit http://www.perkinsrestaurants.com/menu/.
Free program on WWI at Helen Kate Furness Free Library
The Helen Kate Furness Free Library will commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the start of World War One with a series of programs this autumn. All programs are free and open to the public, but registration is required. Please contact Library Director Jennifer Stock at 610-566-9331 to register or for more information.
Highlighting pieces from the Peace Collection at Swarthmore College, archivist Anne Yoder will discuss "Conscientious Objectors in World War One" on Tuesday September 30 at 7:15 PM.
A special World War One-focused book discussion takes place on Thursday October 23 at 7:15 PM. Copies of the book A Star for Mrs. Blake by April Smith will be available for checkout.
The lecture "1916-1917" with local historian Andrew Miller takes place Saturday November 8 at 2:00 PM. This program is sponsored in part by the Nether Providence Historical Society.
The Helen Kate Furness Free Library is located at 100 N Providence Road in Wallingford.
Arrg You Ready For The Talk Like A Pirate Day Giveaway at Krispy Kreme?
Get a FREE doughnut for talking like a pirate, or dressing like a pirate for a free dozen on Friday, September 19. Any landlubber who dares to enter a participating Krispy Kreme® US locations and talks like a pirate will score one free Original Glazed® doughnut. To the swashbuckler who wears full pirate attire goes a bounty of one FREE dozen Original Glazed doughnuts. Offer good on International Talk Like a Pirate Day, September 19 only. Some restrictions apply. Visit KrispyKreme.com for more information.
To claim yer bounty on September 19, ye must:
Talk like a pirate or wear an eye patch to a participating Krispy Kreme shop for one FREE Original Glazed doughnut.
Come in to a participating Krispy Kreme location in full pirate costume for one FREE dozen Original Glazed doughnuts. Qualifying pirate costumes must include three or more of the following items:( No Weapons Allowed!) Eye Patch, Pirate Hat, Bandana, Peg Leg, Parrot on Shoulder, Pirate Shirt / Loose white shirt, Knickers, Leather belt, Silver and gold necklaces and earrings, Pirate Hook, and Pointy black boots or ragged brown sandals.
No charge to participate in Pet Remembrance Day at Rose Tree
Day By Day Pet Caregiver Support will commemorate National Pet Memorial Day on Sunday, September 14 at Rose Tree Park in Media (Delaware County) beginning at 1 p.m.
Attendees of the event will be able to participate in a remembrance ceremony, receive educational materials on pet loss and grief, and receive a FREE pet remembrance gift. (Attendees are asked to bring a photo of their beloved deceased pet).
“The objectives of the commemoration are to honor the bond between pets and pet parents, educate people about the grief journey that occurs when a beloved pet is at end-of-life and then dies, and increase awareness of the many options available to memorialize pets who have passed away,” said Kathryn Jennings, President/Founder of Day By Day Pet Caregiver Support.
Like Day By Day, pet loss professionals all around the country will commemorate the day by holding events in their communities. In honor of a beloved pet, pet parents are also encouraged to visit http://www.daybydaypetsupport.com/create-a-pet-memorial/ to post an online memorial for deceased pets and view a list of additional ways to remember deceased pets.
The commemoration day was originally created in 1972 by the International Association of Pet Cemeteries in commemoration of the importance of remembering beloved lost pets. The day is always celebrated on the second Sunday in September.
“It’s incredibly important for people to grieve whatever loss they may experience in their lives,” said Kathryn Jennings, President/Founder, Day By Day Pet Caregiver Support. “We truly want to assist them in expressing their love, mourning their grief and remembering these (pets) family members in a meaningful way.”
Day By Day Pet Caregiver Support is a member of the Pet Loss Professionals Alliance, a group of about 275 members worldwide dedicated to providing education and opportunities for professional growth for providers of pet-related death care services. Learn more at www.daybydaypetsupport.com.
Financial Ed. Workshop Offered
The Delaware County Workforce Investment Board will offer a free Financial Education Workshop 10a.m. to noon, Thursday (Sept. 11) at the PA CareerLink office, 701 Crosby Street, Suite B, Chester. Topics covered will include Financial Literacy, Credit, Budgeting, and the workshop will include individual financial counseling sessions.
This workshop fills up fast; call for reservation at 610-447-3350.
Free Wellness Fair in Delco Sept. 17
Delaware County Council will partner with the Delaware County Women’s Commission to hold a Wellness Fair, open to county employees and residents, 10a.m. to 1p.m., Wednesday (Sept. 17) at the Government Center, 201 W. Front St., Media. Free health screenings and wellness resources will be available at the fair.
Free reading with pets program at Aston Library
Aston Library will host Pals for Reading for four programs 6:30p.m., Mondays, Sept.15, 22 and 29.
Children can expand their confidence with reading by practicing with a trained therapy dog.
Research proves that reading to animals helps shy children and children having trouble learning to read build confidence in their literacy skills since dogs are great listeners and don't criticize.
Children enjoy reading to dogs and can pet them and give them treats.
The programs are free, but registration is required. Space is very limited. Register at http://www.tinyurl.com/AstonPals2014.
For more about the Pals for Life organization, go to http://www.palsforlife.org. The program is made possible by the support of the Glen Riddle Rotary Club. The Library is at 3270 Concord Road, Aston.
‘Restoring Democracy’ forum planned at Unitarian Universalist Church
Free 'Restoring Democracy' forum at Unitarian Church
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Delaware County, 145 W. Rose Tree Rd., Media will hold a community forum to discuss “Restoring Democracy, Countering Corruption” 1:30 pm Oct. 12. The free community forum will address elections, politics, social and legal issues.
The forum’s three panelists are: Virginia Rasmussen of the Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom, which works to create political, economic, social and psychological freedom for everyone. The league has organized the Challenge Corporate Power, Assert the People’s Rights Campaign; J. Alexander Sheppard of Rootstrikers, a volunteer group educating the public on the problems of big money in politics; and John Poole of Wolf PAC Pennsylvania, a group of activist volunteers who are part of a national organization working to create an convention of the states to propose an amendment to the U.S. Constitution for free and fair elections. The organization is unrelated to the Tom Wolf campaign for governor.
For more information, contact Dan Alamia at dan.alamia@gmail.com or Neil Goldstein at neiljgold@aol.com or call the church at 610-566-4853.
Gospel Choir Invites New Members
Free concert on tap
The Interfaith Gospel Choir is celebrating its 20th year and is inviting the community to join its workshops and annual concert which will be held 7p.m., Saturday, Nov. 22 at First United Methodist Church of Media, 350 W State St.
Workshops will be held at 7p.m., Nov. 10, 13, 18 and 21.
For more information call 610-891-8822 or 610-876-4946.
First Responders to be Honored
North Chester Baptist Church will hold an Honor and Memorial Service
for police, firefighters, EMS personnel, and Park Police 10:45a.m., Sunday (Sept.14) at the Church, 2331 Providence Ave, Chester.
Russ Stammer a 16-year veteran of the Oakland (NJ) Fire Department will be guest speaker. He is Chaplain of the Riverdale (NJ) Fire Department and member of the Board of the Fellowship of Christian Firefighters.
Music will be presented by Jerry and Patti Just, who for many years have performed sacred musical selections that uplift listeners.
"The sacrifices of police and first responders for the peace and safety of our region is deeply appreciated, but seldom recognized. They are the front line of our community,” said Pastor Randy Friedman.
All police and first responders in Chester and surrounding areas are invited. A luncheon will follow the service.
Crozer-Keystone
to host FREE Emergency Services events at four hospitals
September is
Emergency Preparedness Month and Crozer-Keystone has partnered with the
Delaware County Department of Emergency Services to host information events at
its four acute-care hospitals. The events will be held 11a.m. to 1p.m. as
follows:
--Sept. 3, Crozer
Chester Medical Center, Upland, main lobby.
--Sept. 4, Taylor
Hospital, Chester Pike, Ridley Park, next to the volunteer office.
--Sept. 9,
Springfield Hospital, Sproul Road, main lobby.
--Sept. 12,
Delaware County Memorial Hospital, Lansdowne Ave., Drexel Hill, next to the
cafeteria.
The public is
invited to attend these events that will offer an emergency preparedness guide,
giveaways, and volunteer options with the Medical Reserve Corps and Community
Emergency Response Teams. Delaware County’s Department of Emergency Services is
interested to identify those who will prepare themselves for a disaster and
those who can help others should a local disaster occur. Visit http://www.co.delaware.pa.us/delcoready/citizencorp.html for more information.
The Delaware
County Medical Reserve Corps is sponsored by the Delaware County Office of
Intercommunity Health Coordination. The MRC collaborates with the MRC units of
Southeastern Pennsylvania, local hospitals, and other governmental and
non-governmental organizations to strengthen the local emergency preparedness
and response plans of the county.
The Community Emergency
Response Team (CERT) Program educates citizens about disaster preparedness for
hazards that may impact their community and teaches them basic disaster
response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team
organization, and disaster medical operations. The Delaware County CERT is a
shared entity between all 49 municipalities and the county.
FREE talk by Impressionist scholar at library
The Friends of the Marple Public Library are pleased to
announce that Dr. Sharon Hirsh, President of Rosemont College, will be a guest
speaker, 7:15 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 7 in the lower level community room. Dr.
Hirsh is an internationally recognized scholar of the Impressionist movement in
art history. The title of the presentation is “Impressionism in the City “. Dr.
Hirsh will be introduced by Judy Fowler, Executive Director of the Media Arts
Council.
Dr. Hirsh has served as a visiting curator at the Montreal
Museum of Fine Arts and at the Schweizerish Institute for Kunstwissenschaft in
Zurich. In 2004, Dr Hirsh’s fifth book,
Symbolism and Modern Urban Society, was published by Cambridge University
Press. In 1981, Dr. Hirsh was awarded the Ganoe Award for Inspirational
Teaching, and in 1991, she was awarded the Lindback Award for Distinguished
Teaching.
The program at the Marple Library is free and open to the
public. A reception will immediately
follow the presentation. Reservations are requested at 610-356-1510. The Marple
Library is at 2599 Sproul Road, Broomall.
Springfield Library hosts free events for kids
The Springfield Township Library, 70 Powell Road, Springfield will hold a special "Shadow" event Thursday, Sept. 11, 4 p.m., for grades kindergarten, first
and second. In addition to reading Shadow by Suzy Lee
and putting on a shadow puppet play, kids can become shadows during a fun game
of Simon Says.
For more information on other free events at the library, or a complete list of
activities, call 610-543-2113, or visit the library’s website at
www.springfieldtwplib.org or Cable Channel 10.
FREE admission- every day- at PA Veterans Museum
The PA Veterans Museum, located behind Trader Joe's at 12 East State Street in Media is open 12 noon to 5 pm. Admission is always FREE. Private and school tours can be arranged. For more information, call the museum at 610-566-0788.
Digital Photography
Beginners Course
Delaware Photographic Society (DPS) is offering a 10 week
beginners course: “Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Digital
Photography but Were Afraid to Ask.”
Classes will begin Tuesday, Oct. 7 and run from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Classes
will be held at the Delaware Room at the Claymont Community Center, 3301 Green
Street, Claymont, Del.The course is free and open to the public.
The course will teach
the participants how to take control of their cameras and use the various
settings for creative effect. Those
attending should have a digital camera capable of using interchangeable lenses.
Camera controls such as aperture, shutter speed and ISO will be explained.
Although the class is FREE, you must register by contacting
Bob McCaffrey (302-475-9693, bmac076@mac.com) until Sept. 20 or Gary Walter
(302-764-8207, oboegary@rootbeertogo.com) after Sept. 20.
Free Health and Wellness Fair at Springfield High School
In an effort to
continually expand the depth and breadth of resources available to the SHS
community, the faculty and staff of Springfield High School are partnering with
local organizations to hold their first Education, Health and Wellness Fair on Thursday,
Sept. 18. The event will start at 6:00 pm and will run in conjunction with the
Open House that evening, making it easy for high school students and families
to attend.
"Springfield High School is
looking forward to hosting its first Education, Health and Wellness Fair,”
shares Jacqueline Litz, LSW and co-coordinator of the fair. “This is an event
that is designed to educate students and families in our community about living
a healthy lifestyle. It is an exciting event that will help raise
awareness of all matters related to wellness and promote good health and smart
decisions.”
The faculty and staff at SHS saw an
opportunity to provide a valuable service to students and parents alike. Many
people may not even realize what local resources are at their disposal;
inviting such organizations to engage with the community was one way to get the
word out. “In today’s society, there are a number of factors which can
negatively impact a family,” explains Karen Carty, SHS Special Education Teacher
and co-coordinator of the event. “We felt it was important to provide the
Springfield–Morton families with an opportunity to touch base with county
resources and supports that are available. This experience affords everyone
involved with a choice to be informed, to understand that there are other
families having similar experiences and ultimately, to see the desire on the
part of SHS to assist our families in any manner that we can provide support. “
Joseph Hepp, principal at
Springfield High School, concurs: “With 20 years of experience in education, I
have witnessed the growing need to address the gradual decline in the physical
and mental well-being of all members of our learning community – students,
parents, relatives, and staff,” he explains. “The increased expectations and
accountability placed on these individuals increases each year. To make an
effort to address these concerns, we are very excited to bring the expertise
and knowledge of a variety of service agencies to our learning community to
promote health and wellness. The healthier and happier our students, parents
and staff are, the more successful we will be.”
(E-mail FREE events to pdegrassa@delconewsnetwork.com).
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