tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16000950497526806092024-03-05T19:48:28.937-08:00Delco Deals: Dirt Cheap or FREE! by Peggy DePeggy Dehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16823075563605399009noreply@blogger.comBlogger792125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1600095049752680609.post-90010426192982559762016-07-25T11:39:00.001-07:002016-07-25T11:39:49.560-07:00Free seats available to Hedgerow Theatre's upcoming production<h2 style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;">
This weekend for the <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_2127915085" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">4 p.m.</span></span>matinee, Hedgerow Theatre will give away 14 FREE tickets to "Boeing Boeing." To claim the seats, call <a href="tel:610.565.4211" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank" value="+16105654211">610.565.4211</a> and give your name. The seats will be assigned at the door. </h2>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Hedgerow Theatre Company continues to be recognized for its efforts to raise the bar in regional professional theatre with its second Barrymore Recommendation for Excellence in Theatre this season, </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; font-style: italic; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Boeing Boeing</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> by Marc Camoletti and directed by Damon Bonetti.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Theatre Philadelphia has used the Barrymore Awards since 1994 to inform the public about the great theatre being produced in the region, while also recognizing artists for excellence and innovation. The Barrymore Recommended shows have been attended by a member of the board and deemed to be of high quality, and they are then eligible to move on to the Barrymore Judges for future consideration for the annual awards.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">This recommendation confirms the universal acclaim the production has received from critics, who have praised the “terrific comedic timing of the cast” and called it “two hours of nearly non-stop laughter.” It takes place in the 1960s in the Paris apartment of American businessman Bernard, a playboy who is “engaged” to three gorgeous airline hostesses: Gloria, an American, works for TWA; Gabriella, an Italian, is with Air Italia; and Gretchen, a German, flies with Lufthansa. By keeping meticulous track of their different schedules, he’s able to juggle their arrivals and departures so none of them learn about the others, with the help of his grumpy, long-suffering maid Berthe. During a visit from an old college friend, Robert, from Wisconsin, Bernard’s perfect flight plan hits severe turbulence when weather delays and changes in timetables bring all three women to Paris at the same time.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">For three years now, Bonetti has loved coming out to Hedgerow in June for its beauty, its actors, and to help create and continue its ridiculous tradition, “The Summer Farce.” He helmed the critically acclaimed </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; font-style: italic; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The 39 Steps</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> in 2014 and </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; font-style: italic; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">No Sex Please, We’re British </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">in 2015. This year, he’s guided yet another cast towards another great show. “The Barrymore Recommendation is great,” he said. “It’s always an honor to be recognized.”</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; line-height: 1.2; text-indent: 36pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">“People love farces because they are funny, because they are stupid smart, because they are ridiculous and they get to see people doing ridiculous things,” Bonetti continued, “farce is controlled chaos. It helps if the play is good, and this play is very good...and it helps to have funny people in the play, who are also good actors. Everyone brings their ‘A’ game to every rehearsal and every show.” </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Four of the cast members have appeared in previous farces. Andrew Parcell (</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; font-style: italic; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Run For Your Wife</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; font-style: italic; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The 39 Steps</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">) plays Bernard. Hedgerow Fellow Mark Swift, who wowed audiences last summer in </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; font-style: italic; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">No Sex Please, We’re British</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, is once again the comic foil as Robert. Meredith Beck, the beleaguered newlywed in </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; font-style: italic; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">No Sex Please</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, is Gloria; and Fellow Allison Bloechl (</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; font-style: italic; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">No Sex Please, Bullshot Crummond</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">) plays Gretchen. There are also two newcomers. Portraying Gabriella is Hanna Gaffney, a BFA graduate in acting from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, and Trice Baldwin, who plays Berthe, a founding member of the Commonwealth Classic Theatre Company.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; line-height: 1.2; text-indent: 36pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Adult ticket prices for </span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_2127915086" style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; line-height: 1.2; position: relative; text-indent: 36pt; top: -2px; white-space: pre-wrap; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Friday</span></span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; line-height: 1.2; text-indent: 36pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">, </span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_2127915087" style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; line-height: 1.2; position: relative; text-indent: 36pt; top: -2px; white-space: pre-wrap; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Saturday</span></span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; line-height: 1.2; text-indent: 36pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"> evening and </span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_2127915088" style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; line-height: 1.2; position: relative; text-indent: 36pt; top: -2px; white-space: pre-wrap; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Sunday</span></span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; line-height: 1.2; text-indent: 36pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"> shows are $34; </span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_2127915089" style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; line-height: 1.2; position: relative; text-indent: 36pt; top: -2px; white-space: pre-wrap; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Saturday</span></span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; line-height: 1.2; text-indent: 36pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"> twilight shows are $29. There is a $3 discount for seniors. Tickets for those 30 and under and students are $20. For groups of 10 or more, tickets are $18. Prices include all fees and are subject to change. </span></div>
<span style="color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">For reservations or more info, call <a href="tel:610-565-4211" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank" value="+16105654211">610-565-4211</a> or visit </span><a href="http://www.hedgerowtheatre.org/" style="color: #1155cc; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">www.HedgerowTheatre.org</span></a><span style="color: black; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 14.6667px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. Hedgerow Theatre is located at 64 Rose Valley Road in Rose Valley (near Media).<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background-color: yellow; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #274e13;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Free Peter Moses Kids Concert at Aston Public Library</span></b></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: yellow; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #274e13;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /><br />Peter Moses Kicks Off Summer Reading Activities <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1016002917" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Tuesday May 31 at 6:30 pm at Aston Public Library.</span></span> For more than 20 years, Peter Moses has performed for groups of children, festivals, libraries, schools and major children's music venues. Peter's concerts are highly participatory, funny and upbeat. Performances combine interactive singalongs with original folk & pop-rock for children. He accompanies himself on guitar, keyboards and harmonica. Peter has produced ten original music and song titles since 1990. The concert is held in the Community Center Gym and is FREE for everyone.</span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">For more information about the Aston Public Library, go to <span style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.astonlibrary.org/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">www.astonlibrary.org</a>/.</span>The Library is located at 3270 Concord Road in Aston. </span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Free presentation on attracting birds to backyard</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Newtown Public Library will host "Birds in your own backyard," presented by educators from the
United States Forestry Service,,10:30 am Tuesday, May 25. Learn about birds in our area and make your own bird feeder
using recycled materials. Take home some bird seed to get you started. Children attending must be in grades 4-8. Space is limited. To register or for more info, call 610-353-1022.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Newtown Public Library is located at 201 Bishop Hollow Road
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>FREE Senior Bingo in Media</b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">ComForCare Homecare will hold free Senior Bingo with lots of prizes at the Unitarian Church, 145 W. Rose Tree Road, Media 5-8 pm Wed., May 25. To reserve a spot, call 510-566-5102 or e-mail wecare@comforcare.com/.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">FREE history speaker on mills in early America</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The Newtown Square Historical Society invites the public to its last monthly program of the school
year on Wednesday, May 18 at 7 p.m. at the Dunwoody auditorium to hear Tony Shahan
speak on the importance of mills in the daily life of early America.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> In the time before electric
and steam power, water was the fuel that powered the industry of the 18th & 19th centuries – the
same gallon of water that turned the water wheel on Darby Creek in Newtown, then powered the
next ones in Radnor, Marple, Haverford, Springfield and Darby. Saw mills, grist mills, textile
mills, tilt and blade mills – all were the backbone of the local economies. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Tony Shahan has his own operating 18th century mill – he is the director of the Newlin Grist Mill
in Glen Mills. He graduated with a BA in History from College of the Ozarks and an MA in
History and Museum Studies from the University of Delaware. He has been working as
a museum professional for 28 years, including jobs with the National Park Service, Delaware
State Museums, Greenbank Mills and Philips Farm, the Newlin Grist Mill, and as a private
consultant throughout the region. Over 20 years of his experience has been working in historic
mills.
All programs are held at the Dunwoody Village auditorium, 3500 West Chester Pike, Newtown
Square. Admission is free. Refreshments will be served. </span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 200%; text-indent: 0.5in;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">FREE Art show in Chester</span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="line-height: 200%; text-indent: 0.5in;">Senior Community Services’ Chester Senior
Center will hold its 5th annual Art Show 4-6 pm Saturday, May 21 at 721 Hayes Street, Chester. </span><span style="line-height: 200%; text-indent: 0.5in;">The event will display various art works of older adult artists in the
community. </span><span style="line-height: 200%; text-indent: 0.5in;"> </span><span style="line-height: 200%; text-indent: 0.5in;">Mediums include original oil
and water color, pencil drawing, jewelry, and ceramic arts.</span><span style="line-height: 200%; text-indent: 0.5in;"> </span><span style="line-height: 200%; text-indent: 0.5in;"> </span><span style="line-height: 200%; text-indent: 0.5in;">The
event is free and open to the public and will include a wine, dessert and
cheese reception, and raffles for original artwork.</span><span style="line-height: 200%; text-indent: 0.5in;"> </span><span style="line-height: 200%; text-indent: 0.5in;">For further information, call (610) 497-3550.</span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 200%; text-indent: 0.5in;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">FREE Memorial Day Service open to everyone</span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "new york" , "times" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "times new roman" , "new york" , "times" , serif;">Harold Paul Saks Amvets Post 118,Morton with Commander Charles Dougherty and Past State Commander ,Harry Mirra will have a Memorial Service at Plush Mills Senior Living, Wallingford, Pa on </span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1016002963" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204 , 204 , 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; color: black; font-family: "times new roman" , "new york" , "times" , serif; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Saturday ,May 28th</span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: "times new roman" , "new york" , "times" , serif;">, at </span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1016002964" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204 , 204 , 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; color: black; font-family: "times new roman" , "new york" , "times" , serif; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">11am</span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: "times new roman" , "new york" , "times" , serif;">. Weather permitting, the service will be held out side. The AMVETS will dedicate this event to all our service men and women who have given their all for Americans' freedom. The AMVETS have honored the veterans at Plush Mills for the past few years. However, this service is open to all members of Plush Mills and their families. The AMVETS is anticipating that a U.S.M.C will be present for this event.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Harold Paul Saks, AMVETS Post 118,Morton,Commander Charles Dougherty and Past State Commander Harry Mirra will assist Mayor, Kevin Cunningham in another Memorial Day service at the Boro Hall on <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1016002965" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Sunday May 29 at 1pm.</span></span>.The service is to remember our service man and women who have their all for our Freedom. Longtime resident, Ginny Valonis, will recite a poem made famous after WW I. The poem is part of the Military Funeral Service honoring our deceased comrades titled "In Flanders Field.".Valonis' father was in the service during WW II and Korea.<br />A United States Marine recently returned from overseas will say a few words about the tour of duty and the Marine life.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "calibri" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt;">A free district-wide musical event in Marple Newtown will take place 5-9 pm </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;">Saturday, May 14</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.3333px;"> in </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;">Marple Newtown High School’s gymnasium. There will be no admission charge for this family friendly event, although donations are welcome to support the district's band program.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;">For the third consecutive year, the Marple Newtown School District
has been named in a list of “Best Communities for Music Education” by the NAMM
Foundation, affirming music education in MN as part of the core curriculum.
This brings attention to the importance of keeping musical education part of
the school district’s core but also music’s vital role in student success in
school. Numerous studies demonstrate that learning to play music can boost
academic and social skills, especially math and cooperation in groups.</span></div>
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High School’s award winning Jazz and Concert Bands, Orchestra, Color Guard and
Indoor Drum Line.</span></div>
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district music program from beginning (elementary) to end (high school)!!</span></div>
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Senior Health and Wellness Fair</span></b><br />
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The Delaware County Institute of Science, 11 Veterans Square, Media, will host
a free lecture,7:30-8:45 p.m., Monday, May 9. Artists Andrew Arata and Robert
Deane will present “Repurposing the Appalachians into Pottery.” This
presentation will describe digging and processing Southeastern Pennsylvania
clay to create sculptures, and discuss the science and mythology behind their
creations. The lecture will be preceded by two short presentations by the top
winners of the Delaware County Science Fair.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Senior Community Services will sponsor a free Senior Health and
Wellness Fair at the Brookhaven Municipal Building on Thursday, May<b> </b>12 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.<b> </b>This Health Fair
will provide important health and wellness information for seniors and their
families. Health providers from various organizations such as Crozer Keystone
Health System Community Health Education, Riddle Hospital Stroke Program
(providing blood pressure screening, stroke risk assessment, and information on
early heart attack care), and many more will be in attendance. Energy saving
light bulbs will be distributed by PECO. APPRISE counselors will also be
present to offer free Medicare 101 information.<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">For more
information, contact Senior Community Services 484-496-2143. </span><span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The Brookhaven
Municipal Building is located at <b>2 </b>Cambridge
Road in Brookhaven. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Free Document Shred Day<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> McCausland, Garrity and Marchesani
Funeral Home & Crematory, 343 S.
Chester Pike, Glenolden, will hold their 8<sup>th</sup> annual Shredding Day
1-4 pm Sunday, May 1. Everyone is welcome to bring their documents and other
papers for shredding. The event is free, but people are asked to bring a canned
good for the local food bank. For information, call 610-583-0148.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Laughter Day</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt;">The
Philadelphia Area World Laughter Day 2016 Celebration will be 2-3 p.m., Sunday,
May 1, at the Rose Tree Park Outdoor Amphitheater, 1671 N. Providence Road,
Media. The event is free and open to the community. World Laughter Day was
created in 1998 by Dr. Madan Kataria, founder of the world wide Laughter Yoga
movement. The celebration of World Laughter Day is a positive manifestation for
world peace and is intended to build up a global consciousness of brotherhood
and friendship through laughter. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt;">Media
resident Alexa Drubay of www.laughteryogawithalexa.com and Ernie Oktay of
http://www.laughteryogafriends.com/ will be leading fun, easy-to-follow
laughter exercises combined with deep yogic breathing. Participants will leave
feeling uplifted and re-energized.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt;">These
exercises can be done standing or seated. No experience is necessary. People
should bring a water bottle, blanket, sun hat and a folding chair.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt;">Contact
Alexa Drubay at 215-478-5669 or alexa@laughteryogawithalexa.com with questions.
RSVP/Rain date information at <a href="http://www.meetup.com/Laughter-Yoga-Club-Delaware-County-PA/events/229606605/">http://www.meetup.com/Laughter-Yoga-Club-Delaware-County-PA/events/229606605/</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt;"> Aston
Township Historical Society (ATHS) will be joined by Clarence Hickey at its
quarterly meeting on May 12 at 7 p.m. There is a change in venue to the Aston
Township Community Center, 3720 Concord Road. The event is free.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt;"> Hickey,
formerly of Fisher’s Corner, Aston, gives a presentation on “The Life and Times
a Country Doctor in the 1800s.” This first person portrayal reflects the life
and historic times of country doctor Edward Stonestreet and his colleagues when
Stonestreet practiced medicine in Rockville, Md., from 1852-1903. It is based
on the speaker’s 2009 biography, “Send for the Doctor.” The book chronicles
Doctor Stonestreet’s life, family, medical education and his brief service as a
surgeon with U.S. Army during the Civil War. It also highlights his 51 year
medical practice of house calls and office visits as a local physician and
surgeon. Plus, the biography includes the doctor responding to accidents and
injuries while serving as a family physician in Rockville and the surrounding
county.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt;"> Hickey
dresses in period attire and brings a 1885 medical bag with 19th century
medical instruments and medicinals to share and discuss.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> The newly updated ATHS history museum
and research center is open prior to the meeting from 6:30-7. Bring old
pictures for ATHS to scan for its archives. Everyone is welcome to this free event.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Free Talk on Gardening<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">On<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><span class="aqj">May 10</span><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>from<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><span class="aqj">6:30-7:30pm</span>, Media-Upper Providence Free Library presents a
free talk by Penn State's Master Gardener Joe Daniels. He will
describe the recommended ways to grow herbs, preferred growing conditions
and how to incorporate them into your garden. Joe will describe herb varieties
and which types to plant together. Small herb plants will be available for
purchase after the program. To register, visit<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://mediauplibrary.org/" target="_blank"><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #1155cc;">mediauplibrary.org</span></a><span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial;"> </span></span><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial;">or call<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><a href="tel:610-566-1918" target="_blank"><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #1155cc;">610-566-1918</span></a><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial;">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">Free Genealogy presentation<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Join
the Genealogical Society of Pennsylvania at the Rachel Kohl Library for
“Researching Your Irish Ancestors” on Wednesday, May 4<sup>th</sup><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>at 6:30pm. This lecture gives hints
and suggestions on finding both Catholic and Protestant Irish ancestors from
the 17<sup>th</sup><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>century
through the Potato Famine and into the early 1900s. Registration is requested
for this event. Call the library at<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><a href="tel:610-358-3445%2C%20ext.%204" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">610-358-3445, ext. 4</span></a></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Learn How To De-Clutter in Free Session<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The
Rachel Kohl Library welcomes professional organizer Karen Jessee for “De-Stress
and De-Clutter” on Tuesday, May 10<sup>th</sup><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>at 6:30pm. See the before and
after, hear the stories and learn the strategies of living a life that is
easier, healthier and more efficient through getting organized and staying
organized.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #500050; font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Free Community Dinner</span></b><b><span style="color: #500050; font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> </span></b><b><span style="color: #500050; font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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Church will host a FREE monthly Community Dinner to help feed local families in
need Thursday, April 28. The Dinner will take place on the last Thursday of each
month. Everyone is welcome to the dinner at Collenbrook United Church, 5290
Township Line Rd. in Drexel Hill, in their Fellowship Hall between <span class="aqj"> 5 and 7 pm.</span> Attendees can enter the lot from either
State or Township Line Roads. Please use the entrance near the playground to
enter the Fellowship Hall, and there is handicapped access through the
Sanctuary doors. Collenbrook is across from the Drexel Line Shopping
Center. For questions, call: </span><span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><a href="tel:610-789-9590" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc;">610-789-9590</span></a><span style="color: #500050;">.</span></span><span style="color: #500050; font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Public Library will have a family "Block Party" 5 pm Tuesday,
May 3. A Block Party is a 45 minute to an hour long free
play session with a set of universal blocks, people, vehicles, animals, scarves
and other materials where families with young children have the freedom to
build and play as they wish.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">With
the materials provided to Aston Library by a grant through the Pennsylvania
State Library, families with young children will build and experiment,
manipulate objects, work with others, count and measure, and build
vocabulary. This program is open to anyone who wishes to
attend. There are 2 rules---no throwing blocks and no knocking down anyone
else's structure. No registration is required. </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">For
more information about the Aston Public Library, go to </span><span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.astonlibrary.org/">www.astonlibrary.org/</a><span style="color: #222222;">. The Library is located at 3270 Concord Road
in Aston. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18pt;"><b>Free Iris Show</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18pt;">The Delaware Valley Iris Society will hold an iris show on Sunday,
May 15 at the Jenkins Arboretum and Gardens. The arboretum is at 631
Berwyn-Baptist Rd. Devon. The show features Bearded, Siberian and Louisiana
irises. There will also be an Artistic Division. The show is open for viewing
by the public from 12-4 pm. There is no admission fee. A coupon will be
available to all show attendees for a free iris at the iris sale in July.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18pt;">Dr. Blane
Sessions, a hand surgeon with the Crozer Keystone Health System, will discuss common
conditions that cause hand and wrist pain, how to relieve pain with
over-the-counter medications and conservative therapies, in a free presentation
2 pm Thursday, May 19. This presentation
will also discuss when to see a doctor as well as how to determine whether you
may be a good candidate for surgery.</span><span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt;">The presentation will be at the Brookhaven Municipal
Building at 2 Cambridge Road in Brookhaven. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18pt;">If you have any questions or would like to register for the
course, contact Lori at 484-496-2138. Pre-registration is required. Do not
contact the municipality directly, as workers may not be familiar with the
program.</span><span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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come out for the gold!</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;"> All
residents age 50 and older are invited to compete in golf, basketball,
swimming, bowling, track & field, table tennis, billiards and shuffleboard
during the<span class="apple-converted-space"><b> </b></span><strong><span style="font-weight: normal;">Delaware County</span></strong><span class="apple-converted-space"><b> </b></span><span class="il">Senior </span><strong><span style="font-weight: normal;">Games,
June 8-19</span></strong><b>.</b><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>New this year is a bocce exhibition.
Come out and cheer, volunteer or compete. The event is sponsored by County
Council, the Parks Department and<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><span class="il">COSA</span>. To register, visit <b><a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001W7Ouyw_86i6_WMnxd7eB7RmtiR6x2ihzYg7aR4XzGuapk_C8XJLQuOaWZWyXs-An0lrPm-vY7dmt2w_mO1CPSn63PFg4Pk0z24hdGhbGdGULoC8N7lqMpzvmIG4X-QFfpc4JcEOqiQ6iI2wVN5didngzErZ2oyLaOfrUhh-x908aOB0iZS0Yww==&c=89iaFzg6B_4Tam0nK66Fh1NTdpn_dSkI1yjPuuj8KJ-0fXoRgpdedw==&ch=PQrDTMEaFs8UtR8lqkqLp9SFdG5t5G711aEwDC6mlNtghCrFz0K_Aw==" shape="rect" target="_blank">www.delcoseniorgames.org</a></b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">Free lecture at Institute of Science</span></b><span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><br /></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The Delaware County Institute of Science, 11 Veterans
Square, Media, will host a free lecture,7:30-8:45 p.m., Monday, May 9. Artists
Andrew Arata and Robert Deane will present “Repurposing the Appalachians into
Pottery.” This presentation will describe digging and processing Southeastern
Pennsylvania clay to create sculptures, and discuss the science and mythology
behind their creations. The lecture will be preceded by two short presentations
by the top winners of the Delaware County Science Fair.</span></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">Free tips on starting a business<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt;">Media-Upper
Providence<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span class="il"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt;">Free</span></span><span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt;"> Library will present a seminar on how to start and
operate a business, in partnership with Chester & Delaware County SCORE,
7-9 pm May 17. The presenter, Frank Farmer, founder of the Small Business
Assistance Center, will provide an overview on start-up questions including
business structure, financing, hiring agreements, accounting systems and tax
liability. Register online at the SCORE page on </span></span><span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt;"><a href="http://mediauplibrary.org/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc;"><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial;">mediauplibrary.org</span></span></a><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial;">.</span></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "serif"; font-size: 18.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">Marchers needed! There’s
no cost to being patriotic!<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18pt;">The American Legion Post 227 is
sponsoring the Springfield Memorial Day Parade on<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span class="aqj"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Monday, May 30th at 10 am</span></span><span style="font-size: 18pt;">. The Legion is asking all
Veterans, Reserve, National Guard and Active Duty Military, who may
be home on leave, to march in the Parade. In addition the Post welcomes
any uniform member in the following groups: Police, Fire Company, Ambulance
Corps, other First Responders, ROTC units, Lions and all Scout
members, to come to Veterans Memorial Park at<span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="z-index: -1;"><span data-term="goog_1423267714" style="z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"> </span><span class="aqj">9:30 am</span></span></span>.
If one can not march, they can ride in one of the many vehicles in the Parade.<o:p></o:p></span><u1:p></u1:p></div>
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Polidoro at<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><a href="tel:610-544-8900" target="_blank" value="+16105448900"><span style="color: #1155cc;"><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial;">610-544-8900</span></span></a><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial;">. </span></span><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">Play pool for free and for fun!<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18pt;">The POCKETS PIRATES, a pool team at the Folsom School House Senior
Center, Folsom, is looking for a few pool players, new or experienced. The
pool team competes against other senior
centers from Phila. to Glen Mills. Players range in age from 60-87 and they
play for fun. The senior center has two pool tables and they play about 4
tournaments a month, some home and others away. They win some and also lose
some ,but the players say they always have a good time. For more
information, contact Harry Mirra<span class="apple-converted-space"> at </span><a href="tel:610-543-2082" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc;">610-543-2082</span></a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The 22nd annual Middletown Township
Community Day will be held 11 am to 3 pm
Saturday, May 14 at Penn State
Brandywine Campus, rain or shine. There will be lots of free local entertainment
for all ages to enjoy. The outdoor event has fun activities planned for the
whole family and everyone is welcome.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Local business tables will be
available with information about their services. A variety of animal rescue groups will also
have exhibits, including the Delaware County SPCA, Red Paws and the Animal
Rescue of Southeast Pennsylvania. Other
information booths will include the Colonial Plantation and Middletown Township
Historical Society.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Community Day has many free
features, including a variety of
children activities, including face painting, pony rides, and moon
bounces. Mr. Jason of Middletown Free
Library will be on hand to get wet from the “Big Splash.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The Parks and Recreation Booth will
have information about Middletown’s Summer Camp Program, their day and
overnight trips and many more activities.
Local residents can also learn more about Middletown’s 911 Center and
Delaware County Canine Unit.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The musical acts for Community Day
will start off with the Mummers Overbrook String Band at 11:30am, followed by Makin’ Music. The Rockdale Music bands will start playing
at 2 p.m. There will be sack races for both adults and children. Once again this year, the day will feature
the Giant Donut eating contest and the very popular “Wing Bowl” featuring
competitors from Williamson College of The Trades and the volunteers from
Middletown Fire Company #1. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Middletown Community Day will also
have clowns, balloon art, face painters, hay rides, fire engine rides, photo
booth and many fun activities for young and old alike. Wolff’s Apple House is once again donating
flowers for the young ones to plant.
There will be free water ice from Rita’s thanks to the generous donation
from Weather’s Motors. Plus many, many more activities and surprises.
Attendees are encouraged to stop by the food court to purchase lunch and snacks and lemonade at Alex’s Lemonade stand.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Middletown Township at 610-565-2700 or visit www.middletowncommunityday.com.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The Middletown Township Parks and
Recreation building is at 27 North Pennell Road in Lima. Penn State Brandywine
Campus is at 25 Yearsley Mill Road and Route 352 in Middletown Township.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Free presentation on nursing homes and finances<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">Is it true you
will lose everything you own if you need nursing home care or other long-term
care? </span><span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Robert and Dana Breslin, Esq., will present information and answer questions
and clarify information surrounding the topic of nursing home care and
long-term care. The free presentation
will be held on<b> </b>Thursday, May 5 at 1
p.m. at the Brookhaven Municipal Building<b>
</b>located at 2 Cambridge Road in Brookhaven.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b> </b>Robert and Dana Breslin,
Esq. will discuss what happens if you or your spouse suddenly needs 24-hour care. They will also discuss the pros
and cons of transferring your home to your children. Participants will also
learn about the existing programs that can help protect their income. <b> <o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">To register for this free presentation , contact Lori at 484-496-2138, but do not
contact the municipality directly, as workers may not be familiar with the
program.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">APPRISE Offers
Free Talk on Medicare Supplemental Plans<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">This free presentation will cover basic information related to
Medicare Supplemental Plans as well as terminology, selection of plans, costs,
and how the APPRISE Program can assist Medicare beneficiaries. Delaware County
APPRISE Program Manager Glenda Radical will present on Tuesday, May 3 at 2<b> </b>p.m. at the Springfield Township
Building located at 50 Powell Road in Springfield.<b> </b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">If you have any questions or would like to register for the course,
contact Lori at 484-496-2138. Pre-registration is required, but do not contact the municipality directly, as
workers may not be familiar with the program.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt;">Lion's
M.A.N.E. invites senior citizens living in the Rose Tree Media School District
to a free Jazz Band Concert in the auditorium of Springton Lake Middle School
on Thursday, May 26. The concert starts
at 12:30 p.m. There are no steps to
navigate to enter the auditorium or reach seating. Senior citizens living in
the district can reserve tickets by calling the Lion's M.A.N.E.
voice mailbox by Tuesday, May 24, 2016. The voice mailbox number
is 610-627-6263. Callers should leave their names, phone number, and
the number of tickets requested. Seats are general seating only. The
entire event is approximately an hour in length and will feature a variety of
great jazz band charts including <i>Pennsylvania
6-5000</i> by Glenn Miller and <i>Do It
Again</i> by George Gershwin. Following the performance, attendees will have
the opportunity to share light snacks and meet the student performers in the
auditorium lobby. Lion's M.A.N.E. is the senior citizen outreach program
of the Rose Tree Media School District. Senior citizens are invited to
have membership in Lion's M.A.N.E. to gain access to free and discounted
tickets for district luncheons and school events. To join the group,
senior citizens, age 65 and older living in the district, can go to the
district Education Center at 308 North Olive Street, Media, and show a
driver's license or other verification of age and address. A Gold Card
will be issued at that time for life membership in Lions M.A.N.E., valid as
long as the person remains a resident of the district. Questions? Call Meg at
610-627-6263 and leave a message in the Lion's M.A.N.E. voice
mailbox. Calls will be returned
promptly.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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University to Offer Free Education Course to Help Graduating and Rising High
School Seniors Test the Waters of the Field</span></b><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Widener
University will offer a free introductory course in education to help all
interested rising and graduating high school seniors test the waters of the
teaching profession. The ED 101 course begins<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><span class="aqj"><span style="z-index: -1;"><span data-term="goog_1423267783" style="z-index: 0;" tabindex="0">July 5</span></span></span><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>and
runs every Tuesday and Thursday from<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><span class="aqj"><span style="z-index: -1;"><span data-term="goog_1423267784" style="z-index: 0;" tabindex="0">9 a.m. to 11 a.m.</span></span></span><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>through<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><span class="aqj"><span style="z-index: -1;"><span data-term="goog_1423267785" style="z-index: 0;" tabindex="0">Aug. 11</span></span></span>. The class gives participants
the opportunity to experience a college class with full-time Widener faculty,
as well as to meet other education students.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">As
an introductory course, learning experiences will focus on the art and science
of teaching and the practical applications and responsibilities of the teaching
profession today. The course includes a field experience where students will
have an opportunity to observe teachers in classrooms.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Tuition
is free for all students. All students are responsible for the textbook along
with portfolio software, if applicable. Students who complete the course will
receive three undergraduate credits that can be used at Widener or transferred
to other universities depending on the institution.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "nimbusromd"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">As part of the class requirements, students must complete
15 hours of field experience and five hours of off-campus activities.
Therefore, all students must apply for PA Criminal Record Clearances, PA Child
Abuse Clearances and FBI Fingerprinting prior to class.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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additional questions should contact Director of Certification & Student
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<b><span style="font-size: 16pt;">Free Fishing Tournament at
Linvilla Orchard’s Lake on April 16<br />
</span></b><span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">A free fishing tournament will
be held for children up to age 12 (no fishing license required), their parents,
friends and relatives at Linvilla Orchards 9 am to 3 pm Saturday, April 16,
2016.<br />
Free event with prizes, basic fishing lessons (hourly) ;<br />
Organized and run by the Rose Tree Media Optimist Club with the Penncrest
Junior Optimist Club and with assistance from the Linvilla Staff, the
tournament will offer prizes and hourly basic fishing lessons.<br />
Participants are asked to park in Main Parking Area. Linvilla Orchards,
137 W. Knowlton Road, Media.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;"><b>Free iPad workshop</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">On April 13 from 2-3pm,
Media-Upper Providence Free Library staff present a hands-on workshop on how to
use the iPad or iPhone camera and photo apps to take, organize and share
photos. The Library will provide iPads for use in class, or bring your own.
Space is limited and registration is required at mediauplibrary.org or by
calling 610-566-1918.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;"><b>Tour of Crum Woods</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">The Nether Providence Historical
Society presents Mike Rolli, Crum Woods restoration assistant, talking and
showing pictures of this area of Swarthmore College. Have you seen the ruins of
old steps and a fountain while walking along the Leiper-Smedley Trail? Have you
wondered about some of the trees and flowers you have seen from the trails on
the campus? Come learn all about them at the Helen Kate Furness Library on rte.
252 in Wallingford on Wednesday, April 13 at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.05pt;"><b>Green
Roof Tour</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.05pt;">Scott
Arboretum Gardens will hold a Green Roof Tour, 1:40-6 p.m., Wednesday, June 1.
The event is free and open to the public. Tour leaves from Scott Arboretum
offices and is canceled in inclement weather.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.05pt;">Learn about
the inner workings, benefits and beauty of green roofs while exploring the
three at the Arboretum. Note: the level of difficulty on these tours is higher
than others; a brisk walk and several steps are required to reach the final
roof.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;">
<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.05pt;">Children under the age of 12 are not permitted on the
roofs. For more information, call the Scott Arboretum offices at 610-328-8025.
Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4:30 p.m.
For more information, call the Arboretum Offices at 610-328-8025. Visit them at
<a href="http://www.scottarboretum.org/">www.scottarboretum.org</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.05pt;">Free movie and
refreshments<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">Concord Liberty Church:
Concord Liberty Church, 256 Bethel Road, Glen Mills, ConcordLiberty.org, will
be showing the movie “War Room,” 6 p.m., Saturday, April 16. Admission is free
and refreshments and movie snacks will be served. This event is open to the community.<br />
“War Room” was originally released in 2015 surpassing box office
expectations. The film was produced and
directed by Stephen and Alex Kendrick who also produced “Fireproof” and
“Courageous.” War Room shows the story of a seemingly perfect family who find
help from an unexpected place to mend their broken relationships.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;"><b>Free service for pets</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt;">Ok,
maybe not lions or tigers or bears, but… On Sunday, April 24<sup>th</sup>,
at<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><span class="aqj"><span style="z-index: -1;"><span data-term="goog_106107801" style="z-index: 0;" tabindex="0">4:30pm</span></span></span>, members of our families that
aren’t usually invited to church services now have their chance in the sun. Our
family pets (along with their owners) are invited to spend some time on the
front lawn of Swarthmore Presbyterian Church for a short service of blessing,
music, prayer and scripture. The whole community is invited to join us! This
new tradition welcomes the dogs and cats, fish and birds, rabbits and snakes,
hamsters, and any other pet that plays well with others, to be blessed as one
of God’s creatures. For those pets that may not enjoy the company of
others, a picture will suffice.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt;">Swarthmore
Presbyterian Church is located at 727 Harvard Avenue in Swarthmore. For more
information on our service or our rain plan, please visit SPC’s website at<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><u><a href="http://www.swarthmorepres.org/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc;">www.swarthmorepres.org</span></a></u><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>or call the church office at<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><a href="tel:610-543-4712" target="_blank" value="+16105434712"><span style="color: #1155cc;">610-543-4712</span></a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">Free recycling event for Concord residents<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">Recycling day: Concord
Township residents are invited to de-clutter their homes of unwanted
electronics, clothing, household items and paper courtesy of the Concord
Township Board of Supervisors. A free
recycling, shredding and household collection event is scheduled for 8-11 a.m.,
Saturday, April 16, only at the Public Works Building, 675 Smithbridge
Road. There is a limit of one TV/CRT
monitor per Concord Township household. Proof of residency is required.<br />
Prohibited items include smoke detectors, large appliances, projection and
wooden console TVs, hazardous waste/liquids, loose batteries and fluorescent
bulbs. Accepted items include electronics (anything with a plug), shredding and
donations of clothing and household items in good working condition.<br />
Residents will also have the opportunity to register and purchase lawn bags for
Lawn Debris Pick-up, scheduled for Wednesday, May 18.<br />
For more information visit www.twp.concord.pa.us.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">Free Suicide Prevention Talk</span></b><span style="font-size: 16.0pt;"><br />
Rev. Wylie Johnson, from Springfield Baptist Church and affiliated with the
Delaware County Suicide Prevention and Awareness Task Force, will speak at
Prospect United Methodist Church, 800 Lincoln Ave. (PA 420), Prospect Park, 7
p.m., April 17. Rev. Johnson will share his years of experience with this
always up front and current issue of suicide – the hows, the whys, the what to
look fors and the what we can dos. Anyone who has ever been touched by this
issue is encouraged to attend.<br />
For more information, call PUMC at 484-540-8114 or Lee at 484-557-1875. Leave a
message and contact number for a return call. The program is sponsored by PRN
Stephen Ministry.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.05pt;">Free Programs at Norwood Library <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.05pt;">Norwood
Public Library will host the following programs in April.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.05pt;">History of
Norwood and Delaware County, Thursday, April 14, 7 p.m. Local historian, Keith
Lockhart, will explore Delaware County’s early history, with a slide
presentation of prominent locations and landmarks in Delaware County. Keith is
a lifelong Ridley resident and graduate of Penn State University, has written
numerous local history books and wrote a history column for Town Talk
newspapers. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.05pt;">Norwood
Library also has April fun planned for kids and teens for the month. Pokemon
trainers are invited to the Pokemon Card Game Club, which meets at 3:45 p.m.,
Thursday, April 14, for an hour of playing and trading.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.05pt;">Norwood
Library has regularly scheduled weekly programs as well. Lego Club
(kindergarten through fifth-grade) meets at 3:45 on Mondays, Preschool
Connections (ages 3-5) is 10 a.m. Tuesdays, Afterschool Kids Klub (grades k-5)
is 3:45 Tuesdays. Infant Storytime is at 10 a.m. every Wednesday in April and
Video Game Day starts at 3:45 on Thursdays.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.05pt;">For more
information, contact the library at 610-534-0693 or e-mail
nocsd@delcolibraries.org.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.05pt;"><b>Post
Open House </b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.05pt;">AMVETS Post
118 is inviting all veterans to the Post, 211 N. Morton Ave , Morton, from 1-4
p.m., Saturday, April 16. John Morris, chairman, has worked hard in getting
this event off the ground in hopes to accomplish the Post mission “Veterans
helping Veterans.” John will have a Veterans Administration Representative
present to help with many question about veterans benefits: medical, education
and others. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.05pt;">Also
Congress Pat Meehan and his aid will be on hand for questions. John has been in
contact with many other Veterans Groups for professional information on the
assistance to Veterans. The Veterans Office, Media, Director, Mr. Lovejoy is
willing to help and assist any Veterans who needs help.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.05pt;">The Post
expects all members to attend this open/house. The information will be helpful
to all.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.05pt;">For more
information call John Morris (USMC) at 484-574-5705.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.05pt;"><b>Free trees
available</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.05pt;">The Norwood
Shade Tree Committee is offering a limited amount of free trees to borough
residents. These are bare root trees,
which are much lighter than container trees and have fewer problems with roots
being tangled. The trees are in the 6’
to 8’ height range. The one stipulation
is that these trees must be planted either in the curb area or within 10 feet
of the sidewalk on private property.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.05pt;">There are a
variety of trees available, including crabapple and linden. Anyone interested or for questions, contact
610-532-1743 or gkrieg@netcarrier.com. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.05pt;"><b>Advanced
Directives</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.05pt;">Taylor
Hospice will present an interactive in service workshop on Understanding the
Importance of Your Advanced Directives at Ridley Township Public Library on
Monday evening, April 18, at 6 p.m. The free workshop will run approximately
one and a half hours, and will take place in the lower library meeting room. Questions
such as: what is an advance directive, how can my doctor help me prepare one,
must the advance directive be notarized, who should I name as my health care
agent, and many more questions will be reviewed and answered. Taylor Hospice
looks forward to joining with its community for this event. Registration is
required. Register by calling 610-583-0593, e-mailing
reference@ridleylibrary.org, or by visiting the library, 100 E. MacDade Blvd.,
Folsom.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.05pt;"><b>Free AGA
meeting</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.05pt;">AGA
Delaware County (Alienated Grandparents Anonymous Support Group) will meet
7:15-8:45 pm April 28 in the Community Service Building, 1950 Market St.,
Linwood. This is an outreach group designed to provide emotional support to
alienated grandparents who are being deprived of seeing their grandchildren for
various reasons. The group meets on the fourth Thursday of every month.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.05pt;">For more
information, call Angela at 610-613-2976.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.05pt;"><b>Music
of Frank Sinatra</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.05pt;">Dave DeLuca
will pay tribute to Frank Sinatra when he sings Sinatra’s tunes at Ridley
Township Library, 2 p.m., Sunday, May 1, in Garling Hall. “Perfectly Frank” celebrates the man and his
music as well as the great composers, lyricists and musical arrangers who put
their stamp on an incredible period in American musical history. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.05pt;">DeLuca is
an accomplished singer, songwriter, musician and recording engineer who has
been performing for more than 30 years. Light refreshments will be served at
intermission. Register for this free concert by calling 610-583-0593, e-mailing
reference@ridleylibrary.org, or by stopping at the library, 100 E. MacDade
Blvd., Folsom.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;"><b>Free Taize Services </b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Wingdings; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Wingdings; mso-fareast-font-family: Wingdings;">n<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">Christ Episcopal Church, 311 S. Orange St., Media will
hold a Taize Service, 7:30 p.m., Thursday, April 21. Come experience the peaceful calm of
beautiful music and quiet stillness in God’s presence at the next Taize
Service. Participants sit together in the choir area, and accompanied by
several musical instruments , sing the Taize chants, hear lessons from
Scripture and spend time in silence, letting the Spirit work on us to create a
deeper, richer inner life. For additional information, call the church office,
610-566-7525.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Wingdings; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Wingdings; mso-fareast-font-family: Wingdings;">n<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">Wallingford Presbyterian Church will hold a Taize
service at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, April 20. The Taizé community, headquartered
in France, is an ecumenical monastic order with a strong devotion to peace and
justice through prayer and meditation.
Their style of worship has become popular in churches, retreat centers
and seminaries throughout the world. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">At Wednesday’s candlelit service,
the church will follow the ritual of the singing of distinctive and
much-repeated chants and songs, prayers and meditation. Attendees should leave
feeling very relaxed and at peace.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">William Lynch, president of the
Golden Impulse jewelry store at 25 West State Street in Media, has teamed with former
Delco Baseball League president Jim Vankoski to present a window display of
Delco League memorabilia, consisting of uniforms, caps, player photos and other
artifacts from the league’s unparalleled history. The league, founded in 1908,
is the oldest incorporated baseball league in the United States. Its 2016
season, slated to begin May 7, will be its 109th. The display includes a list
of its “Teams of the Decades” from 1930 through 2010.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;"><b>Medicare 101</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">Medicare 101 will be presented by
Apprise and Senior Community Services, 2 p.m., Wednesday, April 13. This
presentation explains the basics of Medicare A, B, C and D. In addition, the free
presentation explains Medicare terminology such as co-pays, co-insurance,
deductibles, enrollment periods, and penalties. Medicare cost saving programs
and supplemental plans will also be discussed.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">This free presentation will be at
the Aston Community Center located at 3270 Concord Road in Aston. This
presentation is favorable for consumers who are new to Medicare.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">For questions or to register for
the course, contact Lori at 484-496-2138. Pre-registration is required. Do not
contact the municipality directly, as workers may not be familiar with the
program.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;"><b>Learn about bees</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">The Middletown Township Land
Conservancy invites the community to its 35th Annual Members Meeting, “The
Beekeeper’s Year,” 7:30 p.m., Thursday, April 18, at the Middletown Township
Building, 27, N. Pennell Road, Lima. The presentation will be by Paul Strommer,
Tyler Arboretum’s volunteer beekeeper. No registration required. Refreshments
will be served. A brief business meeting will precede the program.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;"><b>Historical Novelist<o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">On April 19, from 6:30-7:30 p.m.,
Media-Upper Providence Free Library hosts historical novelist Jeff Heller who
will trace the colorful history of the French in America. The author will share
slides and commentary to present the fascinating story of how fighting,
folkways and even fashion influenced the actions taken by the French in their
quest to claim a continent. Come meet the author and enjoy French-inspired
refreshments. Space is limited and registration is required at
mediauplibrary.org or 610-566-1918.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;"><b>Estate Planning</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">Estate Planning for Young
Families will be 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, April 19, at the Helen Kate Furness Free
Library. Estate planning is important for young and growing families. Even if
you do not think your estate is large enough to require estate planning, every
parent should have a will to plan for and protect their family’s future. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">Heather D’Onofrio from The
D’Onofrio Firm, LLC, will lead this free, informative program in the Chadwick
Auditorium on the library’s lower level. The Helen Kate Furness Free Library is
at 100 N. Providence Road in Wallingford. Contact Jennifer at 610-566-9331 or
e-mail furnesslibrary@delcolibraries.org with any questions.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;"><b>Adult Coloring</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">The Aston Library Adult Coloring
Group will be 6 p.m., Tuesdays, in April. Bring your friends and family and
have a great time relaxing and having fun at this free program. Materials will
be provided.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">For more information about the
Aston Public Library, go to www.astonlibrary.org. The Library is at 3270 Concord
Road in Aston. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;"><b>Swarthmore Public Library's free program</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">Swarthmore Public Library
presents The Traditional Agricultural Year with historian Nancy Webster, 2
p.m., Tuesday, April 26, in the community room at the library, 121 Park Avenue,
Swarthmore. Nancy will speak about traditional agricultural practices in
America. She will speak about traditional gardens, traditional cooking,
traditional medicine and herbs, and other considerations and practices of
households in the colonial era and early America.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">All programs are free and open to
the public. To register, call 610-543-0436 or e-mail
swarthmore@delcolibraries.org.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;"><b>Speaker Series</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">The Friends of the Marple Public
Library will continue the Spring speaker series, 7:15 p.m., Wednesday, April
20, with a colorful PowerPoint presentation on why the region is an
international travel destination for those who love beautiful gardens. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">There are more than 30 public
gardens in the greater Philadelphia region, making it America’s Garden Capital.
Learn what makes each garden amazing and worth a visit. The guest speaker is
Becky Robert of Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College who will give an
insider’s view of the best days, times and must see locations of the Delaware
Valley garden scene. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">Robert has been the PR and
Volunteer Programs Coordinator at the Scott Arboretum for 10 years.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">The program will be in the lower
level community room. It will last one hour and is free and open to the public.
Refreshments will be served and Robert will be available after the presentation
for questions. Reservations are requested but not required. Marple Public
Library is at 2599 Sproul Road, Broomall, 610-356-1510.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">Free program at St. Alban’s<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.15pt;">There will
be a community form on “Being Mortal: What Matters In The End,” 7 p.m., May 5,
at St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, 3625 Chapel Road (corner of 252 N. and
Chapel), Newtown Square. This free forum is made possible by Main Line Health
Home Care & Hospice in concert with St. Alban’s Episcopal Church and the
Newtown and Marple Public libraries. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.15pt;">St.
Alban’s is a member of the Marple/Newtown Clergy Association. The forum will
address critical issues raised in “Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the
End” -- Dr. Atul Gawande’s best seller book -- such as the tension between the
desire and expectation of doctors to treat and extend life and the medical
profession’s profound spiritual, financial, physical and familial challenges
when quality of life is brought into the decision making process.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.15pt;">Increasingly,
families, couples and singles are facing the death of their parents and their
peers. Life can be extended, but life can also be suddenly ended due to such
external forces as drug abuse, suicide, auto accidents, and the many
uncertainties in our complex societies.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.15pt;">Uncertainty
enters into the medical environment and the patient’s room: Where once there
was the supremacy of the doctor, now, patient, family members, and medical
professionals are entering into a collaborative decision-making process to
enhance how the patient is to live out their life and how they will die. This
has potentially profound impacts upon spiritual elements as well as the kind
and costs of treatment. The choice may not be another procedure, but the caring
hand and presence of a friend, parent, or healthcare professional that listen
and understand the voyage that begins when a person is confronting their
mortality and deciding how they wish to say goodbye.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.15pt;">Dr.
Gawande, a practicing surgeon, author and public health researcher, asks: How
can medicine not only improve and extend life, but do so while achieving
quality of life for the patient and family members? He maintains that decisions
about treatment need to be weighed with the impact on the patient’s quality of
life and the involvement of family members with the medical, social and
spiritual professionals. A balance is sought among extending life, achieving
quality of life, seeking a balance between medical and financial costs and
benefits, and accepting one’s mortality.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.15pt;">We have
brought together an experienced team that is able to help that present deal
with end-of-life issues that have become so prevalent and painful. Terre
Mirsch, Director of Main Line Health Homecare and Hospice, will be the
moderator and key presenter. Terre will be joined by Dr.Karl Ahlswede, Medical
Director, Palliative Care at MLH, Joanne Glusman, Palliative Care Social Worker
& Co-Chair, Family Practice Residency Program at Bryn Mawr College, and Dr.
Vinton Fisher, Volunteer Chaplain at Nemours Childrens, Talbot Hospice(Md), and
two area Continuing Care Retirement Communities.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.15pt;">All have
experience in end-of-life care and coping with families, healthcare
professionals and patients’ questions. Some topics might include: comfort and
pain management, advanced directives, medical orders for life-sustaining
treatment, necessary discussions among patients, family, and medical
professionals, and how with care to deal with questions of “final
arrangements.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.15pt;">This forum
is the first in a series of forums that St. Alban’s is presenting to meet the
needs of the Greater Marple Newtown community. A second forum in June is being
planned, again in cooperation with Main Line Health.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: -.15pt;">Desserts
will be provided after the forum so that more informal discussion can continue.
For registration and information, contact Kelly at St. Alban’s at 610-356-0459,
e-mail parish.associate@verizon.net or Newtown Public Library at 610-353-1022,
e-mail nedirector@delcolibraries.org.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">Welcome Spring and new life by
bringing your infant (ages birth to 24 months) to Infant Storytime at Folcroft
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the wonderful world of books, music and puppets, and more. The group meets at
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15541669981266824065noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1600095049752680609.post-90144119976710006632014-11-25T14:31:00.000-08:002014-11-25T14:31:16.937-08:00December lights up with freebies!<b>Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital to kick off holiday season with tree lighting and live Nativity </b><br />
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Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital will once again welcome the holiday season with its Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony and Live Nativity 5 pm Thursday, December 4.<br />
The evening’s festivities will include the hospital’s tradition of a live nativity scene, musical entertainment by Darren Lucis and Joanne Farrell of the group Sway, and a visit from Santa Claus himself. The ceremony will culminate with the lighting of the hospital’s great American holly tree with help from Yeadon and Darby Fire Companies and Mercy EMS.<br />
In honor of the Feast of St. Nick, children can pose with Santa after the tree lighting ceremony; from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Parents are advised to bring their own cameras for photos.<br />
Refreshments will be served indoors. All attendees will also receive a special gift. Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is a free community event open to the public. All are welcome to attend.<br />
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<b>Christmas Coffehouses planned at First Baptist</b><br />
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The First Baptist Church at Clifton and Andrews Aves., Collingdale, will hold the first of two Christmas Coffeehouses Sat., December 13.The public is invited to gather in the first floor of the Fellowship Hall for a time to enjoy holiday refreshments and music to celebrate the Christmas season.<br />
Those who would like to take a break from their fast-paced schedules are welcome to stop in 7-9 pm. The featured group will be Savior Soul. Since the original meeting between Savior Soul drummer, Mark Beecher(Drexel University Music Professor, and Grammy nominee/member) and Rick Shryock, (fiddler for numerous Philadelphia/Tri-State bluegrass bands), the band has grown in number, with an ever-increasing repertoire.<br />
Savior Soul combines the traditional with the contemporary, into a unique blend of Spirit-filled Americana Music, by means of voice, guitar, fiddle, banjo, mandolin, ukulele, acoustic bass, and drums.<br />
“The music gets listeners past any pretentiousness and into their hearts,” says Beecher. “It’s simply an honest expression of what we are feeling in our music, rather than any forced statement or declaration. It’s an uplifting message of hope and redemption.”<br />
People can learn more about the group at www.saviorsoul.com/. The Church will host a second Christmas Coffeehouse 7 pm Friday, Dec. 20.<br />
Call the church at 610-586-3563 for more information.<br />
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<b> Redwood Community Playhouse Offers Free Fitness and Dancing</b><br />
Area residents age fifty-five and older can help stay young and fit with free programs at Redwood Playhouse, sponsored by Delaware County Council and the Parks and Recreation Department.<br />
Line Dance Lessons are offered every Monday and Friday from 12:30 to 2:30p.m.<br />
Yoga, Pilates and Zumba Gold are held noon to 2:30p.m., on the first, third and fourth Wednesdays of every month.<br />
Tai Chi classes are held three Fridays a month at 11a.m. to noon.<br />
Country Line Dancing is held every Wednesday from 7 to 9:30p.m.<br />
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<b>Live Nativity Celebration at Neumann University</b><br />
Neumann University will host its annual Greccio Live Nativity Celebration Sunday, Dec. 7. The program, which is free and open to the public, begins at 6:15p.m. in front of the Mirenda Center for Sport, Spirituality and Character Development on Convent Road.<br />
Neumann students and faculty will re-enact the Franciscan tradition of the crib, first celebrated in Greccio, Italy, performing the Live Nativity scene and the scripture narration. In addition, the program will also feature the sounds of sacred Christmas music, performed by the Holy Family Regional School (Aston) Bell and Children’s Choir.<br />
All are welcome to visit campus earlier, to attend Mass at 4:30p.m. in Sacred Heart Chapel of Bachmann Main Building and to see (and pet) the animals as they arrive at 5:30p.m. After the Live Nativity program, the community is invited to enjoy more traditional Christmas music and refreshments, and to meet Santa in the Bayada Atrium of the Mirenda Center. The animals that participate in the re-enactment will remain on campus until 7:30p.m.<br />
Afterwards, the University’s Christina Brame Gospel Choir will perform at 7:30p.m. in the Meagher Theatre, in the Bruder Life Center.<br />
Proceeds from the hour-long concert will go toward the Christina Brame Scholarship Fund. Offerings will be accepted.<br />
The Live Nativity was first staged in 1223 when a group of friars, organized by St. Francis of Assisi, led a singing throng of local residents to Greccio, a simple monastery in the heart of Italy. The villagers witnessed a primitive crib, surrounded by farm animals and peasants who re-enacted the birth of Christ. This ritual has been celebrated ever since, in Greccio and around the world.<br />
For more information, call the Office of Mission and Ministry at 610-558-5511.<br />
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<b>Sisters of St. Francis Open Their Doors to the Public</b><br />
A sparkling gold cross atop an orange/red dome has attracted many people from near and far to Our Lady of Angels Convent (OLAC), the motherhouse of the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia at 609 South Convent Road, Aston.<br />
The sisters know that there are many more people who drive past the convent every day and wonder who and what exists behind those giant doors in the big castle-like structure.<br />
Here is their chance to find out.<br />
The Sisters of St. Francis invite community members to tour the OLAC facility and chapel beginning with the New Year 2015. At 1p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of each month, visitors can attend a short historical presentation and a tour of the first floor buildings and chapel, followed by light refreshments and time for questions and answers.<br />
The hosts will be Sr. Kathleen Parisi, OSF, and several other sisters who live at the motherhouse.<br />
To prepare for guests, the sisters ask that visitors call the receptionist at 610-459-4125 and provide name and phone number in case of cancellations, and the number of family or friends who will attend. Group tours on weekdays may be reserved by calling Sr. Kathleen Parisi at 610-558-7714 to select a date for a group tour for at least six people.<br />
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<b>Stargazing topic at Delco Science Institute</b><br />
Greg Lee of the Delaware Astronomical Society will be the guest speaker 7:30 to 9p.m., Monday (Dec. 8) at the Delaware County Institute of Science, 11 Veterans Square, Media.<br />
His topic will be the Geminid Meteor Shower. Together with the Quadrantids, it is the only major meteor showers not originating from a comet. The Geminid Meteor Shower, which peaks on the night and morning of Dec. 13-14, is slow moving and easily observable. Meteor watching does not require a telescope, making it a good time to become familiar with constellations in the winter sky. It often leads to further involvement in the fascinating hobby of stargazing.<br />
Everyone is welcome to this timely lecture to learn more about meteors, their connection to comets, and recreational stargazing.<br />
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<b>Brookhaven Hosts FREE Senior Luncheon</b><br />
The Brookhaven Recreation Committee will sponsor its Ninth Annual Senior Holiday Luncheon for borough senior citizens age 62 and older 1p.m., Sunday (Dec. 7) at the municipal center on Cambridge Road.<br />
Senior Citizens can sign up for tickets at the municipal center through Wednesday, Dec. 3 during normal borough business hours.<br />
Admission is free, but tickets are required and seating is limited.<br />
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<b>Food in ancient Egypt at Ridley Township Library</b><br />
What did a typical ancient Egyptian family have for dinner? Dr. Stephen Phillips from the University of Pennsylvania Museum returns to Ridley Township Library on Wednesday, December 3 at 6:30 pm to talk Using images from tomb walls and actual archaeological finds, Dr. Steve’s illustrated lecture will introduce the diet of ancient Egyptians.<br />
Phillips is the Research Assistant in the Egyptian Section of the University of PA Museum, and specializes in the analysis of ancient Egyptian mummies. Register for this free program, to be held in Garling Hall, by calling 610-583-0593, emailing reference@ridleylibrary.org, or stopping by the library at 100 E. MacDade Blvd., Folsom.<br />
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<b>Demonstration of Low Vision "Assistive Devices" at Ridley Township Library</b><br />
Ridley Township Library recently received a grant from Access Beyond the Stacks, a project of the PIAT(PA's Initiative on Assistive Technology). This project is geared to enable older adult patrons and others who are experiencing vision loss to return to libraries once again. The library received an IPad and a magnifying device, as well as headphones and stands for the devices. These portable devices provide magnification and text to speech reading.<br />
On Friday, December 5, from 12:30 to 2:30 pm, PIAT will sponsor an Open House where patrons can learn about and try the equipment provided by the grant. This event will help to spread the word about the library's new equipment to those with vision loss and to those who know someone who could benefit from their use. PIAT will not only demonstrate the equipment but will provide take-away information about Access Beyond the Stacks, vendor resources, and other materials about borrowing and funding equipment. The Open House will be held in the library’s lower level meeting room. For more information, or to register for this free event, call 610-583-0593, email reference@ridleylibrary.org, or visit the library, located at 100 E. MacDade Blvd., Folsom. Walk-ins are welcome!<br />
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<b>Live Nativity and more at Church of Christ</b><br />
The Church of Christ in Folsom will start the Christmas Season with a live nativity production in the church fellowship hall 7 pm Wed., Dec. 3. Everyone is welcome to come and hear the Christmas story, complete with live animals. For information, call Rose at 610-534-8419.<br />
The annual “Drop and Shop” will be held 12-4 pm Sat., Dec. 6 for those who need time to shop without their children. The church will provide crafts, snacks, games and more for the children.<br />
For more information, call 610-532-2636 or e-mail mkomisor@gmail.com. The church is at 1530 Fourth Ave., Folsom.<br />
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<b>Special concert planned at St.John’s</b><br />
Local opera singers will perform at St. John's Lutheran Church in Folcroft 3 pm Sunday, November 30. The church's choir director and organist, Jennifer Holbrook and her husband, William Davenport will sing such selections as "O Salutaris Hostia" from Rossini's "Petite Messe Solennelle,” "O Divine Redeemer,” and "The Lord's Prayer.” They will also perform scenes from "La Traviata,” "Lucia di Lammermoor,” "La Boheme" and more. The couple will be accompanied by pianist Ting Ting Wong. The concert is free to the community. A free will offering will be collected for Operation Crush Ebola. There will be a reception following the concert in the church's social room. St. John's is at Glen and Folcroft Avenues in Folcroft, with parking in the rear of the church. For more information, call the church office at 610-583-4977.<br />
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<b>Media-Upper Providence Library will host two upcoming events for area children.</b><br />
--Girl Scout Reading Buddies: fifth grade Juniors from Media Girl Scout Troop 2548 will volunteer as reading buddies on 1 to 2p.m., Sunday (Dec. 7) at the library. Parents can bring their children to sit with a Girl Scout and have a story read to them, or they can practice reading with a buddy. The program is recommended for ages four and older; no registration required.<br />
--At Frozen Storytime with Makin’ Music, children will meet Elsa at a special Frozen Storytime with Makin’ Music at the Media-Upper Providence Library! This program is for all ages and will be held 11a.m., Monday (Dec. 8).<br />
For more information call 610-566-1918 or email mecsd@delcolibraries.org. The library is at 1 E. Front St, Media.<br />
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<b>FREE Job Search Workshops at Community Colleg</b>e<br />
The Delaware County Workforce Investment Board will sponsor the following free workshops for job seekers at the PA CareerLink® at the Delaware County Community College, 901 South Media Line Road. All workshops require registration; call 610-723-1220 weekdays to register.<br />
--Interviewing Techniques: Dec. 1, 1 to 3p.m. - Job interview success depends on how well the candidate is prepared. Learn what hiring managers want in a candidate, what questions they may ask and how they should be answered.<br />
--Federal Jobs I: Dec. 2, 1 to 3p.m. - Ten Steps to a Federal Job will teach attendees the process of searching for and applying for a job with the Federal Government.<br />
--Personal Computing: Dec. 2-4, 1:35 to 4:35p.m. - This three day workshop will teach the basics needed in a job search.<br />
--Resume I: Dec. 3, 1 to 3p.m. - Intended for beginning resume writers or for those who haven’t written a resume in over a year. Basics will include the cover letter and a professional portfolio and methods for presenting a resume and portfolio to potential employers that reflect the job-seeker in the best light possible.<br />
--Resume II: Dec. 4, 1to 3p.m. – Learn the process of self-marketing and promotion.<br />
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<b>Slots still open for Youth Trades Training</b><br />
The Community Action Agency of Delaware County, Inc.’s (CAADC) Building Trades Training Program still has slots open for its employment program for out-of-school youth. CAADC is accepting applications but eligible and interested youth from Delaware County should contact them immediately as all slots will be filled soon.<br />
The Building Trades Training Program is designed to help out-of-school youth gain the skills for a rewarding career. The program helps the youth develop skill sets including free training in plumbing basics, construction and drywall and electrical maintenance. Participants receive industry recognized certifications in OSHA Construction, Lead Safety and Forklifting.<br />
There are a limited number of available slots though and applicants must meet the following requirements: be between the ages of 17 and 21; currently reside in Delaware County; not enrolled in High School.<br />
Income eligibility guidelines apply. Call to check eligibility: Carla Gordy at 610-874-8451, ext. 1047.<br />
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<b>Breakfast with Santa at Gateway</b><br />
Gateway Community Church will host Breakfast with Santa 9 to 11:30a.m., Saturday (Dec. 13) at the church, 708 South Old Middletown Road, in the lower level gymnasium.<br />
The event is a kid-friendly, family fun event that features a free pancake breakfast, crafts, music, face painting and photos with Santa.<br />
An optional donation of a non-perishable food item for the church’s pantry ministry is welcome. No reservations are needed. For more information visit www.visitgateway.org or phone 610-724-6236.<br />
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<b>Pictures with Santa & Tree-Lighting in Brookhaven</b><br />
The Brookhaven Recreation Committee will sponsor Pictures with Santa Claus for borough children 11a.m. to 1p.m., Saturday (Nov. 29) at the Brookhaven Municipal Center on Cambridge Road.<br />
Brookhaven’s annual tree lighting ceremony will be held 6p.m., Sunday (Dec. 7) on the grounds of the municipal center.<br />
Attendees will hear the beautiful sounds of young Christmas carolers, share light refreshments and meet Santa Claus.<br />
The event is sponsored by the Brookhaven Recreation Committee and the Brookhaven Business & Professional Association.<br />
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<b>FREE programs at Redwood</b><br />
A new fitness program, Senior Fitness conditioning classes using bands, weights and balls, will begin the first Tuesday in January and will run every first Tuesday of the month from 12:30 to 1:30p.m.<br />
Special events are held one Thursday a month with live bands. Nov. 20 will be Oldies Dance Night with Joe Staffieri and DJ Sal April from 7 to 9:30p.m. Light refreshments will be served.<br />
Every second, third and fourth Tuesday, there are live bands and DJ music for ball room dancers from 1 to 3p.m.<br />
The Redwood Playhouse Community Center is in Upland Park on 6th St. in Upland. For more information call 610-891-6061 or 610-891-4663 or visit the county web site for monthly schedule at www.co.delaware.pa.us and click on Park and Recreation, Upland Park.<br />
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<b>Free breakfast at Post 3460</b><br />
Media VFW Post 3460 will host its monthly free breakfast from 8-11 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 28 at the Post, 11 Hilltop Road in Media. The breakfast is held the last Sunday of every month. On the menu are eggs, bacon, sausage and scrapple, creamed dried beef, French toast, pancakes,<br />
coffee, tea and pastries.<br />
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<b>Delco libraries host WWI Centenary series</b><br />
Delaware County libraries will commemorate the centenary of World War I with a lecture given on each year of the war by local historian Andrew Miller at each participating library.<br />
Swarthmore Public Library will host a lecture on the final years of the War, 1917-1919 2 to 4p.m., Saturday (Dec. 6).<br />
All programs are free and open to the public. Sign up at the library, via email (swarthmore@delcolibraries.org) or call 610-543-0436. <br />
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<b> Woodlyn Baptist announces Christmas events</b><br />
All are invited to experience a worshipful choral presentation and narration that traces the promise of the Messiah and then celebrates God's promise fulfilled in Jesus as the Woodlyn Baptist Church Choir presents “Journey of Promises,” a cantata by Joseph Martin, 6:30 pm Sun., Dec. 14. Highlights of the evening will include a carol sing and special performances by children of the church. “Journey of Promises” will be followed by a dessert buffet. <br />
A Christmas Eve Service will be held 7 pm TUES.,, Dec. 24. Everyone is welcome to sing carols, hear the Christmas story and enjoy a special night. Woodlyn Baptist Church is east on MacDade Boulevard. For more information, call the church at 610-833-5577, email woodlyn@rcn.com, or visit www.woodlynbaptist.org.<br />
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in anytime to make holiday ornaments and seasonal crafts, including the
snowman Olaf from Frozen. The crafts are free, but there will also be a variety of
inexpensive children’s books to purchase. All proceeds go directly
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<b>Experience the Camaraderie of Woodcarving at Schoolhouse Center</b><br />
Experienced and beginning woodcarvers are invited to a free group that meets 12-2 pm Mondays at Schoolhouse Center, 600 Swarthmore Ave., Folsom.<br />
Experienced woodcarvers help beginners learn the craft, enjoying camaraderie while they carve. New carvers are always welcome. This group is affiliated with the William Rush Woodcarvers.<br />
For more information, call Schoolhouse at 610-237-8100.<br />
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<b>Special Norwood Library guest to make interactive learning experience</b><br />
The Norwood Public Library will host Ten Unforgettable Stories that History Forgot 6:30 pm Tuesday, Dec. 9 at the Library, 513 Welcome Ave, Norwood. Rochelle Christopher of Victorian Vanities will present this program that is meant to generate discussion over which of the stories in the current media will be the ones that descendants will still be discussing fifty years from now or even one hundred years from now, and the significance behind that.<br />
Christopher states that “a well-informed citizenry is vital to the future of a well-run democracy. Victorian Vanities seeks to engage the public in interactive learning experiences that teach American history, making it accessible and relevant to today's consumer. Call the Library at 610 534-0693 for more information. <br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15541669981266824065noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1600095049752680609.post-62263564340707074282014-10-24T14:59:00.002-07:002014-10-24T14:59:49.467-07:00TGIF! It's finally Friday so here are some FREEBIES to celebrate!<b>Bring a bag, take a bag at Girl Scout freecycle event</b><br />
Ridley Girl Scout Troop 5512 will hold a “Freecycle” event 11 am to 3 pm Sat. (Nov. 15) at Princeton Presbyterian Church, 933 Baltimore Pike, Springfield.<br />
Everyone in the community is invited to bring a bag of clean outgrown fall and winter clothing, outerwear, and gently used books. The scouts will sort them according to age, gender, and size as appropriate. Then donors can take a fresh bag and shop for items their family needs.<br />
There is no admission fee and no cost for anything. This is not a sale, but rather a community event so neighbors can help neighbors. All left-over donations will be given to a homeless shelter.<br />
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<b>Birding Club to Meet Nov. 12</b><br />
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The Birding Club of Delaware County will meet 7:30p.m., Wednesday (Nov. 12) in the lower of Marple Library, Springfield and Sproul Rds., Marple Township.<br />
Bert Filemyer will give a free presentation on is wintering Rufous Hummingbirds.<br />
All backyard birders are welcome.<br />
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<b>Free fall fun at Prospect Park Library</b><br />
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A free “Harvest Celebration” will be held on Sat. (Oct. 25) at Prospect Park Library.Children of all ages may stop in anytime between 10 a.m. to 1pm for fall themed activities and crafts.<br />
For more information or to register for the children’s program, stop by the library, call 610-532-4643 or emailprospectpark@delcolibraries.org. The library is at 720 Maryland Avenue, Prospect Park, across from the train station.<br />
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<b>Free Infant Storytimes at Folcroft Library</b><br />
Folcroft Public Library in Folcroft will host Infant Storytimes Mondays, November 3, 10, 17, and 24 at 10 am. Storytimes will feature books, finger plays and puppets for children birth to 24 months and their caretakers.<br />
Everyone is welcome to attend and introduce their infant to the world of books. To register, call 610-586-1690.<br />
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<b>FREE Power of Attorney workshop offered</b><br />
Pennsylvania’s law for almost any Power of Attorney dealing with finances, banking, real estate, and other assets will change in 2015. A free workshop on the topic will be presented by Robert and Dana Breslin, Esq. 1p.m., Thursday (Nov. 6) at the Brookhaven Municipal Building, 2 Cambridge Road.<br />
They will review the changes, the new Power of Attorney form and will discuss options so that Power of Attorney documentation is crafted to meet specific needs.<br />
Pre-registration is required; for more information or to register for the course, call Lori at 484-496-2138.<br />
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‘<b>Hauntings and Witchcraft in Delco’ at Ridley Twp. Library</b><br />
Get into the Halloween spirit by joining local authors Matt Lake and Laurie Hull at Ridley Township Public Library 6 pm Wed. (Oct. 29) when they will present stories of Delaware County history with a paranormal focus.<br />
Area residents are invited to learn about the witch trial of Margaret Mattson, the haunting of the Heilbron Mansion, and other strange happenings from local history. Both authors’ books will be available for purchase and signing.<br />
Lake is the author of Weird Pennsylvania and other books in the Weird USA series, as well as books on how to use the Internet.<br />
Hull is a psychic medium and author. Among her books are Supernatural Pennsylvania,Brandywine Valley Ghosts and Philly's Main Line Haunts.<br />
This free program will be held in Garling Hall. Both presenters’ books will be available for purchase and signing. Register to guarantee a seat by calling610-583-0593, emailing reference@ridleylibrary.org, or stopping by the library, 100 E. MacDade Blvd., Folsom.<br />
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<b>Neighborhood children invited to Halloween party at St. John’s</b><br />
St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Glen and Folcroft Aves., Folcroft, will host a Halloween Spooktacular party for neighborhood children 2-4 pm Sun. (Oct. 26) at the church. The party is for children in 5th grade and younger and they should wear their costumes. <br />
Featured activities will include a parade, games, snacks and candy. For more information, call the church at 610-583-4977 or e-mail office.stjohns@verizon.net/.<br />
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<b>Free bereavement support group available</b><br />
A new support group, Bereaved Parents of Delaware County, will meet 6:30 p.m., Nov. 3, in Riddle Hospital's Administrative Annex, Conference Room 1. There is no charge to attend. Riddle Hospital is at 1068 W Baltimore Pike, Media.<br />
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<b>FREE blood pressure screenings</b><br />
Riddle Hospital will also conduct free Blood Pressure Screenings in November on the following dates and locations: Nov. 4, 10 a.m., Walmart in Boothwyn; Nov. 12, 9 a.m., at Rocky Run YMCA; Nov. 10, 10 a.m., Brookhaven Municipal Building; Nov. 19, noon, Riddle Hospital Front Lobby and Nov. 22, 1 p.m., Dress Barn in Concordville.<br />
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<b>FREE Laughter Yoga classes offered</b><br />
Laughter Yoga Club of Delaware County will meet Mondays, Nov. 3, 10, 17 and 24, from 7-8 p.m. in November at the Media Borough Community Center's Parlor Room, 301 N. Jackson Street, Media.<br />
The group will also meet Sundays, Nov. 2, 9 and 16 at 2 p.m. at the Swarthmore Public Library, 121 Park Ave, Swarthmore.<br />
No experience necessary. Bring a bottle of water, yoga mat and a blanket. Newcomers are asked to arrive 15 minutes early to register. There is no charge to attend.<br />
Alexa Drubay will guide attendees through a series of easy-to-follow laughter exercises where she combines movements with yogic breaths. This is not a regular type yoga class, although yoga breathing is incorporated with exercises that bring up the heart rate, so it is considered aerobic exercise. Laughter Yoga is non-political and non-religious; it is the creation of a medical doctor, Dr. Madan Kataria, who studied the positive effects of Laughter and created a world-wide laughter wellness movement, soon to celebrate its 20th Anniversary.<br />
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<b>Free lunch for Media residents</b><br />
The Media Recreation Board will host its annual Senior Appreciation Luncheon for Media Borough residents noon to 3p.m., Saturday (Nov. 1) at the Towne House Restaurant.<br />
Senior borough residents will enjoy cocktails, lunch and entertainment.<br />
For complimentary tickets and reservations, call the Recreation office at 610-566-5210, ext. 255. Proper ID will be required at the door; tickets are limited.<br />
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<b>Pa Forward Speak Up for Libraries Author to Visit Media</b><br />
Pennsylvania authors and illustrators are speaking up for libraries.<br />
Dianne Salerni, Chester County resident and author for young adults and children, will visit the Media-Upper Providence Library for the PA Forward Speak Up! for Libraries event 5p.m., Thursday (Nov. 6).<br />
Salerni will talk about research techniques for her books, from climbing pyramids in Mexico to breaking into the snow leopard's cage at the Central Park Zoo. She will also talk about her writing process. She is the author of The Eighth Day, The Caged Graves, We Hear the Dead, and the upcoming The Inquisitor's Mark (book two of The Eighth Day).<br />
This free program is recommended for ages 8 and older. call 610-566-1918 or email mecsd@delcolibraries.org for more information. The library is at 1 E. Front St., Media.<br />
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<b>DCIU Offers Free Workshops for Parents </b><br />
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The Delaware County Intermediate Unit is offering the following free workshops to help parents to better navigate the often challenging roadmap of educating their children with disabilities:<br />
--Parents and Schools Working Together, 6 to 8p.m., Wednesday (Nov. 5) at the Intermediate Unit, 200 Yale Ave., Morton: This session will explore strategies for improving the connection between home and school for students who have special needs. Parents will learn how to ask the right questions to learn how a child is doing at school. Tools and strategies will be shared to help parents increase collaboration with the educational team. Presenter will be Nora Connell, DCIU Professional Development Specialist.<br />
--Help with IEPs, 6 to 8p.m., Thursday (Nov. 20) at Drexel Hill Middle School, 3001 State Road: This workshop will review the IEP process and the IEP document from the parent perspective. Topics to be discussed include components of the IEP, the evaluation report (ER) and positive behavior support plan (PBSP). Related topics may include the IEP meeting, time lines, confidentiality, and procedural safeguards. This workshop will address the general IEP process and will not be an opportunity to discuss specific student or program decisions. Presenter will be Cathy Osborne, DCIU Professional Development Specialist.<br />
To register for these sessions, call 610-938-9000, ext. 2263 or email nconnell@dciu.org.<br />
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<b>Free Fair Trade Event at Media-U.P. Library</b><br />
Bill Wiedmann, a Pennsylvania resident and co-founder of Singing Dog Vanilla, a Fair Trade company, will talk about his recent trip to Indonesia where he trades directly with vanilla farmers.<br />
The event will take place 7 to 8.m., Thursday (Nov. 6) at Media Upper Providence Library, 1 E. Front St., Media.<br />
He will share photos, talk about the vanilla, and tell why trading fairly makes sense for his business.<br />
The father of four, he will gear his presentation to families, so children are welcome.<br />
Fair Trade refreshments will be shared.<br />
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<b>Lung Cancer Presentation Nov. 13</b><br />
Lung cancer awareness, risk factors, treatment options, Crozer Keystone Health Systems lung cancer screening information and smoking cessation will be discussed at a free session by Patti Hollenback, oncology nurse navigator; Kerry Clay, P.A. and Melissa Maier, CKHS tobacco treatment specialist, 2p.m., Thursday (Nov. 13) at the Brookhaven Municipal Building, 2 Cambridge Road in Brookhaven.<br />
Pre-registration is required. To register or for more information, call Lori at 484-496-2138.<br />
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<b>Free Halloween Party for kids</b><br />
VFW 928 in Folsom will host a free Halloween party for children under ten years of age at the post, Sutton Ave. and MacDade Blvd., Folsom, this Sunday, Oct. 26. Everyone is welcome.<br />
Children's costumes will be judged on best, most frightening and most original.<br />
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<b>Norwood Public Library to hold free T’ai Chi Chih lessons</b><br />
The Norwood Public Library, 513 Welcome Ave, Norwood, will host a free four week series of introductory T’ai Chi Chih. These sessions will be held on Tuesday mornings, beginning November 18 to December 9 at 10 am.<br />
T’ai Chi Chih is a series of soft, flowing movements that circulate and balance the internal energy (Chi). T’ai Chi Chih is a healing art rather than a martial art. The Movements are slow and gentle, making them accessible to anyone regardless of age, weight or physical ability. The movements may be performed while seated. T’ai Chi Chih is an easy and effective way to optimize health and well being. Practicing T’ai Chi Chih can lead to increased energy and flexibility, decreased tension and stress and decreased pain from chronic conditions such as arthritis. <br />
Space is limited, so register by calling 610 534-0693 or visit the Library to register or for more information. <br />
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<b>Kids eat free at Applebees, Krispy Kreme</b><br />
Kids can eat free on Halloween, Oct. 31, at area Applebees restaurants. Kids 12 and under can order for free from the children's menu all day.<br />
Kids can also get a free Krispy Kreme donut when they wear a costume and visit any area Krispy Kreme location on Oct. 31.<br />
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<b>Open House and Health Fair at the C-K Community Health Center at Barclay Square</b><br />
Local residents are invited to an open house celebration at the Community Health Center at Barclay Square. The Honorable Senator Edwin “Ted” Erickson will be at the event to greet visitors 3-6 pm Wed., Oct. 29. At 1560 Garrett Rd., Upper Darby.<br />
Meet the staff of the Crozer-Keystone Community Health Center at Barclay Square. Raffles, giveaways and refreshments will be available in the reception area, and guided tours will be offered.<br />
The health fair will include the following free activities: Blood Pressure Screenings, Osteoporosis Heel Scans and Signups for Your Annual Mammogram<br />
R.S.V.P. for this special event by calling (610) 638-1076 or sending an email to ckhspublicrelations@crozer.org (put “10/29 Open House” in the subject line).<br />
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In 1971, Media, Pa. became the focus of an intense FBI
manhunt to discover who broke into the bureau’s office there and stole all of
the files, leaving only questions that remained unanswered for more than 40
years. Earlier this year, former Washington Post reporter Betty Medsger
answered many of the questions in her book “The Burglary: The Discovery of J.
Edgar Hoover’s Secret FBI.” Now, the story is also being told in the
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Widener University will host a screening of “1971” followed
by a discussion including Medsger and Chester Mayor John Linder at 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Nov. 12 in Founders Hall Room 109. Copies of Medsger’s book will be
available for purchase at the event, and she will hold a book signing following
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A group calling themselves the “Citizens’ Commission to
Investigate the FBI” took responsibility for the 1971 burglary and mailed
copies of the stolen files to members of the news media, including Medsger, and
to the organizations being investigated by the FBI. Among the documents stolen
from the FBI office was a file on the bureau’s investigation of the Black
Student Union at Widener, then known as PMC Colleges. Linder, a 1976 graduate
of Widener, was a member of the Black Student Union at the time of the
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<b>Free Family Addiction Program Offered</b></div>
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Each month PRO-ACT (Pennsylvania Recovery Organization–Achieving Community Together) hosts a Family Addiction Education Program to help individuals and family recognize and address an addiction problem in a spouse, parent, child or other loved one.</div>
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Sessions are free and confidential, using first names only. Pre-registration is required; call 800-221-6333, weekdays 9a.m. through 5p.m., or visit www.proact.org and click the Family Addiction Education Program link.</div>
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Hagley Museum and Library will welcome Dr. Benjamin
Waterhouse for an author Talk, “Lobbying: The Business of Politics and the
Politics of Business in America,” on Thursday, Nov. 20. Dr. Waterhouse will
describe the important changes in how lobbyists—particularly corporate
lobbyists—got their way (and sometimes didn’t) in Washington, D.C., in the mid
and late 20th century. The talk begins at 7 p.m. Admission is free. Reservations
are requested; call 302-658-2400, ext. 243, or e-mail clockman@hagley.org. The
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt;">The </span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt;">Swarthmore’s Harvest Festival</span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt;"> will
be held 10a.m. to 2p.m., Saturday (Oct. 25) in and around Swarthmore Borough
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Sponsored by the Bryn Mawr Trust Company</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">, the family
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pumpkin carving demonstration by local artist Chip Stockman, followed by a
public pumpkin-carving event. Participants should bring pumpkins and carving
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Neighbor to Neighbor Community Development Corporation, Inc. will host a community Job Fair 5:30 to 7:30pm Mon. (Oct. 27) at First African Baptist Church, 901 Clifton Avenue, Sharon Hill. A few of the employers attending are Coco Cola, SEPTA, RCN, Pennsylvania State Police, Elwyn, Brown’s Shoprite and COSA. <br />
Prior to the event, people can register for workshops that will assist them with resume writing and interviewing techniques. The workshops will be held Mon., Oct. 20 from 5:30-7:30pm or Wed., October 22, from 10am to noon. All events listed are <b>FREE</b>, but people must register in advance for the workshops<br />
For more information contact, Neighbor to Neighbor at 610-461-8140, email at<br />
info@n2ncdc.org or visit www.n2ncdc.org.<br />
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<b>Media Hosts LuAnn Cahn for Talk, Book-Signing</b><br />
Lu Ann Cahn, Emmy Award-Winning NBC10 news reporter and author, is coming to Media for a Talk/Book Signing event at noon, Saturday, Oct. 25, in the Mansion Parlor of the Media Municipal Center, 301 N. Jackson St.<br />
Cahn will be guest speaker of a co-hosted event by the GFWC, Woman's Club of Media, and Media-Upper Providence Free Library. Cahn will discuss her book, I Dare Me: How I Rebooted and Recharged My Life by doing Something New Every Day.<br />
With a successful career, great marriage, wonderful daughter, and having survived cancer in good health, Cahn still felt "stuck" in mid-life and needed motivation. Her inspirational book is the result. The book began as a blog challenging herself, on-line and publicly, to do something provocative every day. She took the Polar Bear Plunge, took an art class with a nude model, and paid it forward by feeding parking meters of strangers.<br />
Cahn was exhilarated with each challenge she completed which, in turn, motivated her even more to set new goals every day for an entire year. In I Dare Me, she joyfully recounts her experiences.<br />
The event is <b>FREE</b> and open to the public. Space is limited and reservations are appreciated. Call the library at 610-566-1918 to RSVP and to reserve a hardcover copy of I Dare Me for purchase in advance. There is no guarantee of book availability on the day of the event.<br />
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<b>Kennel Club Holds free Public Meeting</b><br />
An AED (Automated External Defibrillator) will be demonstrated at the Delaware County Kennel Club's meeting 7:30p.m., Tuesday (Oct. 14) at the Aston Twp. municipal meeting room, 5021 Pennell Rd., Aston (near Northley School).<br />
Area residents are invited to see this worthwhile demonstration to be given by an AED Qualified Instructor.<br />
The Kennel Cub has purchased an AED and will now be prepared for an emergency if one happens at any future club activity.<br />
Dr. Cindy Otto, VMD will accept a donation from the of a check of $3500 to continue her work at the University of Pennsylvania working Dog Center which she founded after the 9/11 tragedy. Most recently, Dr. Otto's work was featured on National TV for her work with K-9's detecting ovarian cancer cells.<br />
For more information about the Kennel Club, call 610-565-3063.<br />
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<b>Free presentation by Christine Flowers</b><br />
The Friends of the Marple Public Library have announced that Christine Flowers will be their guest speaker Wednesday Oct. 15 at 7:15 p.m. in the lower level community room. Flowers has well-articulated views on pressing and controversial political and social issues that face our nation and our regional scene. She voices her views and thoughts both on television and in weekly newspaper columns. Her presentation at the library is entitled, "Is Feminism Dead? If Yes, Good Riddance".<br />
Feminism as a social and political movement has actively shaped national policies for many decades most recently in 1963 when Betty Friedan wrote the bestseller The Feminine Mystique in which she took issue with the mainstream media image of woman who stayed at home thereby limiting their possibilities and wasting their talent and potential. Now may be the time to give this movement a second opinion.<br />
Christine Flowers has lived in Delaware County since 1969. A product of local schools, she graduated from Merion Mercy and obtained her undergraduate degree in French from Bryn Mawr College in 1983 and her law degree from Villanova in 1987. Christine has been practicing immigration law for 20 years, after having taught high school at the Haverford School and Villa Maria. Christine has been writing a regular opinion column for the Philadelphia Daily News since 2002, and a weekly opinion column for the Delaware County Sunday Times since April of 2013. She has also been a panelist on the Sunday morning round table talk show 6ABC’s Inside Story since 2006. <br />
The program is <b>free</b> and open to the public. A reception will immediately follow the presentation so all may meet and speak with Ms. Flowers.<br />
Reservations are requested at 610-356-1510. Marple Library is at 2599 Sproul Road, Broomall.<br />
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<b>Free Program Set on Veterans Benefits</b><br />
Once they have served their country, what benefits are available to care for veterans (and their spouses) who do not have a service connected disability? What are the medical benefits, pension or other benefits for home health care or long term care needs? What are the rules? How do you apply? Where do you go for help?<br />
Robert and Dana Breslin, Esq., who specialize in elder law, will offer a free presentation on these questions 1p.m., Wednesday (Oct. 8) at the Aston Community Center, 3270 Concord Road.<br />
Pre-registration is required. For more information or to register, call Lori at 484-496-2138.<br />
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<b>Bullying Awareness Walk planned in Prospect Park</b><br />
Interboro School District, in conjunction with Prospect Park Borough and a Community for Change, invites local residents to join them for the Second Annual Walk for Bullying Awareness and Kids Kindness Day 9 am to 1 pm Sunday (Oct. 19). The walk will begin at Interboro High School at 9 am and end at Park Square in Prospect Park where there will be face painting, moon bounce, music, spin art, games, informational booths, and food.<br />
For more information, visit www.acommunityforachange.com, www.facebook.com/acommunityforchange or wwwinterborosk.org/.<br />
Hanna Maier, 12, began the anti-bullying awareness/kindness campaign when she was in fifth grade at Prospect Park School after her own experience with bullying. She inspired Prospect Park, Norwood and Tinicum to adopt bully-free resolutions . She and her mother Tracy continue to to meet with the Superintendent of Interboro School District to discuss bullying procedures and programs for schools in the district.<br />
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<b>Joy Seniors to hear about Lazaretto</b><br />
The Joy Seniors Group of the Norwood United Methodist Church will host a program presented by Bill Moller of the Tinicum Township Historical Society 1 pm Sat. (Oct. 18) in the church social hall. Moller will share information on the Lazaretto Quarantine Station.<br />
Anyone interested in attending is more than welcome. The church is at 315 Chester Pike, Norwood.<br />
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<b>Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union to hold shred eve</b>nt<br />
As a community service, Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union (FMFCU) and its Springfield Branch are hosting a free shred event 9 am to 12 noon Sat. (Oct. 18) at the FMFCU Springfield Branch, 375 Baltimore Pike (near Chuck E. Cheese). The public is invited to bring confidential, personal documents to be destroyed by Wiggins Shredding. The event will be held rain or shine. Documents from businesses will not be accepted. There will be a four box limit.<br />
This is a paper only shred event (x-rays, binders or cardboard boxes will not be accepted).<br />
For more information, and suggestions on items that can be shredded, visit fmfcu.org/shredevent.<br />
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<b>Wreath placing ceremony at Christopher Columbus monument</b><br />
The 59th Annual Wreath Placing Ceremony will take place 11 am Sun. (Oct. 19) at the Christopher Columbus Monument, Route 291 and Avenue of the States, Chester. A complimentary brunch will be served immediately following the ceremony in Chester City Hall Community Room, across the street from the monument.<br />
RSVP attendance by Oct. 13 to Elisa Pileggi at 610-874-7118 or epileggi@pileggilaw.com/.<br />
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<b>Meeting to discuss property tax eliminatio</b>n<br />
A special presentation on The Property Tax Independence Act, a plan to eliminate property taxes in Pennsylvania, will take place 7 pm Thurs. (Oct. 23) at Milmont Fire Company, 714 Belmont Ave., in the Milmont Park section of Ridley Township. Doors open at 6:30 pm.<br />
David Baldinger will give the Property Tax Indepencence Act presentation to support HB 76 ad SB 76, a bipartisan grassroots solution to eliminate property taxes.<br />
According to the bill’s supporters, “Every year, about 10,000 homeowners lose their homes in Pennsylvania. Families across the Commonwealth are being torn apart because they can no longer afford property taxes. The best our elected officials have offered property owners is “relief,” but relief doesn’t cut it when property tax increases far outpace the relief offered. Everyone know that the costs for just about everything keeps increasing…..the one thing that keeps outpacing everything is the property tax- increasing on average a tremendous 146%. This is unacceptable and unsustainable. Pennsylvania property owners are tapped out.”<br />
For more information, www.ptcc.us/.<br />
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<b>FREE ‘Old Chester’ Program set for Oct. 25</b><br />
The Chester Historical Preservation Committee invites everyone to share old and new memories of Chester at Old Chester Day noon to 3p.m., Saturday (Oct. 25) at Harrah’s Casino, Chester.<br />
Visitors are asked to bring photos and other memorabilia to share and display. There will be displays of historic items and memorabilia by various exhibitors, and William Penn will be on hand to greet visitors. Light refreshments will be served; the event is free.<br />
For more information, call 610-872-4497.<br />
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<b>Lego Club at Library</b><br />
The Media-Upper Providence Free Library will hold its Lego Club on the third Sunday of each month from 1:30 to 3p.m.<br />
Members will spend the afternoon getting creative at the library building with the library’s many Lego collections.<br />
Lego Club is for ages 4 through 10. Registration is not required. Call 610-566-1918 or email mecsd@delcolibraries.org for more information. Lego Club dates are as follows: Oct. 19, Nov. 16, and Dec. 21.<br />
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<b>‘Fall’ into Books and More at Upper Chi Library</b><br />
Upper Chichester Library at 3374 Chichester Avenue, #19, Upper Chichester, is a busy place this fall with special programs for all ages including the following:<br />
--Story Times with Miss Jen on Mondays at 10:30a.m., Oct. 20; Nov. 3 and 17; and Dec. 1, 15, and 29. Children may visit Miss Jen and sing, read and create crafts. Call Library to register at 610-485-0200.<br />
--Computer Help Classes are held on Wednesdays with Jean, 10:30 to 11:30a.m. Cost is $5 per class. Call and schedule a class with computer questions, creating email account, navigating the web, resume and more.<br />
--A Book Discussion on the novel, Gone Girl, by Gillian Flynn will be held 6p.m., Wednesday (Oct. 15). Call library to register.<br />
--Quizzo Night for those who enjoy trivia, will be held 6t:30 to 10p.m., Saturday (Oct. 18). Cost is $20 will help support the library. Price includes games, light refreshments and desserts. Teams of 6 to 8 are welcome. The event will be held at Upper Chi Township Building, 8500 Furey Road. Call library for details.<br />
--Annual Soup Sale is set for 10a.m. to 1p.m., Saturday (Nov. 8) Creekside Village, 1 Creekside Village, Upper Chichester. Friends of Upper Chi Library will be selling homemade, healthy soups for $8 a quart.<br />
--A historical lecture on World War II is set for 2p.m., Wednesday (Nov. 12) with WW II researcher Rick Mueller who will present a program on Women Army Service Pilots of WW II. Sign up since space is limited.<br />
For more information, go to www.upperchichesterlibrary.org<br />
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<b>Welcome Day Celebrates Historic Pusey House</b><br />
The Friends of the Caleb Pusey House (FCPH) will host the 7th annual Welcome Day celebration from noon to 4p.m., Saturday (Oct. 25). The event gives visitors a chance to learn more about the historic Pusey House (1683), the Pennock Log House (1790), and Crozer Schoolhouse No. 1 (1849), all of which are situated on the 13-acre Landingford Plantation, located on Race Street at the southern terminus of Main Street in Upland.<br />
Welcome Day features educational fun for the entire family, with Colonial re-enactors, Colonial musicians, and a variety of Colonial craft demonstrations, while guided tours are given of the historic buildings. The day will also include a close-up look at an antique fire apparatus known as “the Dilly.”<br />
Returning to Welcome Day by popular demand will be antique appraisals provided by Mike Wilson, of Wilson’s Auctioneers & Appraisers of Chester Heights. Each visitor will be limited to two items for appraisal, with the first item being appraised for free, and the second item requiring a $5 donation to the FCPH.<br />
There is free parking on site, and while visitors stroll the grounds, stop by the baked goods table or grab a roasted corn-on-the-cob or a hot dog.<br />
For more information or directions, call 610-874-5665.<br />
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<b>Free Founder's Day Celebration</b><br />
The Bethel Township Preservation Society is hosting its 16th annual Founder's Day festival, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Oct. 11, on the grounds of the Bethel Hose Fire Company #1, 3737 Foulk Road.<br />
The free event, which will be held rain or shine, will feature colonial craft demonstrations, crafts for children, reproductions of children's wooden toys, including "limberjacks (wooden toys that seem to walk on their own), "whirligigs," "Hooey" sticks for children to try, antique cars, antique appraisals, lace loom, raffles, quilters, butter making, spinning and weaving displays, a bake table, Civil War artifacts, and food.<br />
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<b>Be a Flu Fighter: Present Arms</b><br />
No one can predict the timing, severity or duration of each year’s flu season. But just like a sneeze, you know it’s coming, and the best way to prepare for flu season is by getting immunized.<br />
Delaware County Council and the Department of Intercommunity Health Coordination (ICH) have announced several flu prevention initiatives, including a <b>FREE</b> walk-in clinic from 10a.m. to 2p.m., Friday (Oct. 24) in Upper Darby.<br />
Delaware County has several initiatives to encourage people to get vaccinated against the flu.<br />
--Awareness: Influenza information and recommendations are posted on the website at www.co.delaware.pa.us. Information includes a fact sheet about the flu, the types of vaccinations, CDC recommendations, symptoms and treatment for the flu.<br />
--Flu clinic: The Department of Intercommunity Health makes available a calendar of flu clinics offered throughout the county also on the website. The clinics are listed by date and community.<br />
--Walk-in clinic Oct. 24 at Sellers Memorial Library, 76 S. State Road, Upper Darby. (For GPS purposes it’s 75 Maple Ave.) Non-perishable food items will also be collected for the county’s annual food drive collection.<br />
--Senior Citizens: Senior citizens are among the groups hardest hit by the flu. Several Senior Centers in Delaware County will hold flu clinics for their members. Interested seniors should call the Senior Center to ask about insurance and requirements to register. The Senior Citizen events are as follows:<br />
Upper Darby Senior Center, 326 Watkins Ave., Upper Darby, 9 a.m.-noon Thursday, Oct. 16; (610-734-7652 or 610-734-7655).<br />
Schoolhouse Senior Center, 600 Swarthmore Ave., Folsom, 9 a.m.-noon Friday, Oct. 17; (610-237-8100).<br />
Surrey at Hometown, 302 S. Jackson St. Media, 9 a.m.-noon Friday, Oct. 17, (610-566-0505).<br />
Surrey at Havertown, 1105 Earlington Road, Havertown, 9 a.m.-noon, Thursday, Oct. 23, (610-446-2070).<br />
Wayne Senior Center, 108 Station Ave., Wayne, 9:30-11:30a.m., Wednesday, Oct. 29, (610-688-6246).<br />
Chester Senior Center, 721 Hayes St., Chester, 11a.m.-1p.m. Thursday, Oct. 30, (610-497-3550).<br />
The flu vaccine is recommended for everyone over the age of six months. The vaccine is especially important for the elderly, pregnant women, and people with chronic health conditions. It takes 10 to 14 days to obtain the full protective benefit from the flu vaccine.<br />
For information about the CDC’s new recommendations, visit www.dcd.gov/flu.<br />
Information pertaining to flu shot availability is posted on the county website at www.co.delaware.pa.us. Click on the flu link. People who do not have Internet access can call the Department of Intercommunity Health Coordination at 610-891-5311 for sites and dates.<br />
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<b>Halloween Party for Media Kids Oct. 26</b><br />
The Media Recreation Board will host its annual Halloween Extravaganza for the children of Media Borough 11:30 to 1:30, Sunday (Oct. 26) at the Media Community Center.<br />
There will be games, food, and goodie bags; costumes are welcome. Prizes will be awarded the best costumes in two age groups: infants through 5 years and 6 through 10years old.<br />
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<b>Woodlyn Baptist Church to host annual ‘Fall Harvest Faire’</b><br />
Woodlyn Baptist Church will hold their annual Fall Harvest Faire for families in the community. It will take place rain or shine 11 am to 4 pm Sat. (Oct. 11).<br />
Children and their parents can enjoy activities such as face painting, scarecrow making, rock wall climbing, moon bounce, pumpkin painting, petting zoo and other fun activities. All activities are <b>free </b>for first timers to those 5th grade and under. Food and beverages will also be available.<br />
Woodlyn Baptist Church is at 1125 MacDade Boulevard in Woodlyn. For more information, call 610-833-5577 or email woodlyn@rcn.com.<br />
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<b>Provider Fair Will Showcase Programs for Those with Intellectual Disabilities</b><br />
The Delaware County Office of Intellectual Disabilities invites individuals and families to a Provider Fair that will showcase programs and services that are available to children and adults with intellectual disabilities.<br />
The Provider Fair will take place 5 to 8p.m., Tuesday (Oct. 21) in rooms 171-172 at the Delaware County Intermediate Unit in Morton. The Fair will give people a one-stop opportunity to research a wide variety of service providers, including day support programs, companion services, residential services including life sharing, in-home supports, employment supports and respite providers.<br />
People will have a chance to meet with new providers who have recently been qualified to provide services in Delaware County, in addition to traditional providers.<br />
Dr. Susan Proulx, deputy administrator for the County Office of Intellectual Disabilities, said it is important for families to know what services are available so they can choose wisely what is best for their individual family member.<br />
“We invite all consumers and their families, as well as established and new providers, to attend the Provider Fair,” said Dr. Proulx. “Our families need to know what service options might meet their needs, and sometimes those needs change as people age or their circumstances change.”<br />
Individuals enrolled in the waiver program can attend to research their choice of services and providers since new programs are always being developed.<br />
Supports Coordinators will also attend the Provider Fair.<br />
The Provider Fair is free and open to the public. For information contact Paula Fawcett, deputy administrator for the Administrative Entity for the county, at 610-713-2463.<br />
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<b>Free Seminar Set on Expungement Process</b><br />
Community invited to attend a free seminar on Expungement, sponsored by the Legal Services to the Public and the Pro Bono Committee of the Delaware County Bar Association 6 to 730p.m., Wednesday (Oct. 15) at the Bar Association building, 335 W. Front St., Media.<br />
The program will be of special interest to the following:<br />
Those who have been denied a job or fired from a job because of their criminal record;<br />
Those who have you been denied entrance into a job training program because of a criminal record; those who have been denied an occupational license because of a criminal record; and those who have you been convicted of a summary offense and not arrested or charged with any other crime in the past five years.<br />
Distinguished panel members include attorneys Robert Keller and Phillip Rosenthal, and Professor Steven Chanenson. They will provide information on the expungement process.<br />
Participants will receive a detailed overview of the application process, an explanation of which court records are eligible for expungement, and the benefits of having a criminal record expunged.<br />
No advance registration is required. For more information, phone 610-566-6625 or go to www.delcobar.org.<br />
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<b>Journey with Owls at Swarthmore Library</b><br />
Swarthmore Library will present “My Journey with a Pair of Great Horned Owls,” with photographer and naturalist Pamela Dimeler, 2p.m., Wednesday (Oct. 29).<br />
Dimeler, who will present a multimedia presentation, has been observing the activities of two owls for two years and has studied and documented their various behaviors. She will share her observations through photography and video clips including examples of preening, flying, stretching, and hooting duets between King Tuft and Queen Athena.<br />
All programs are free and open to the public. Register at the Library or by calling 610-543-0436, or email swarthmore@delcolibraries.org.<br />
Swarthmore Library is at 121 Park Ave.<br />
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<b>Join Historical Society for ‘The Sheik’ </b><br />
Area residents can join the Newtown Square Historical Society 7:30p.m. Wed. (Oct. 15) for a free showing of “The Sheik,” the 1921 silent movie that launched the film career of the first “Latin lover,” Rudolph Valentino.<br />
However, all will not be silent in the theater; local historian and musician Wayne Zimmerman will provide an organ accompaniment for the film on the Dunwoody organ.<br />
Visitors will discover why silent movies are enjoying a revival with the younger generation, and view the movie as it would have been seen in the 1920's -- with live music.<br />
The event will be held in the Dunwoody Village Auditorium, 3500 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square. Refreshments will be provided after the show.<br />
For more information, go to http/www.historicnewtownsquare.org.<br />
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<b>Fabulous FREE Fun for Fido Planned</b><br />
The Delaware County Kennel Club has announced the following K-9 activities set to begin at 9:30a.m., Sunday (Oct. 12) at Rose Tree Park on Rte. 252 in Upper Providence, rain or shine. Adults, children and pets are welcome to attend.<br />
Activities include the following:<br />
--AKC Sanction Match; registration starts 9:30a.m., competition starts at 10a.m.<br />
--Free show handling class for young dogs prior to the start of the match.<br />
--AKC Responsible Dog Day for attendees to meet difference breeds.<br />
--Free microchip clinic for Delaware County residents’ dogs from 10a.m. to noon.<br />
--Lifetime dog licenses will be available from 10a.m. to noon.<br />
--K-9 Halloween Costume Contest with prizes for cutest, scariest, funniest , and ore at approximately 1p.m.<br />
Snacks will be available.<br />
For more information contact Dee at deandlum@verizon.net or Kim at lemirak@aol.com<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15541669981266824065noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1600095049752680609.post-47112498997122506082014-09-24T13:41:00.002-07:002014-09-24T13:41:54.655-07:00Some freebies to celebrate late September and early October<b>Audra McLaughlin of 'The Voice' will Sing at free My Fest PA event at Rose Tree Park</b><br />
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Young people from five counties will be “empowered” during a youth festival being hosted by the Delaware County Magellan Youth Leaders Inspiring Future Empowerment (MY LIFE) chapter noon to 5p.m., Saturday (Sept. 27) at Rose Tree Park in Upper Providence.<br />
MY LIFE DelCo is joining with MY LIFE chapters from Bucks, Lehigh, Montgomery and Northampton counties to stage MY FEST PA 2014. The mission is to raise awareness about mental health, substance abuse, juvenile justice, foster care-related issues and other challenges facing young people. MY LIFE members say they want to turn “youth voice into youth action.”<br />
The fifth annual MY FEST PA event will feature live music and a performance by “The Voice” Top 5 finalist Audra McLaughlin, games and art activities along with a variety of youth and family-based organizations offering resources and services for young people and their families.<br />
The festival is fun, free and open to all ages in the community.<br />
MY LIFE DelCo is part of the national MY LIFE initiative, launched in Arizona in 2008. MY LIFE DelCo is sponsored by the Delaware County Office of Behavioral Health and Magellan Behavioral Health of Pennsylvania.<br />
The program is an empowering leadership group for youth ages 13 to 23 who have experience with mental health, substance abuse and juvenile justice issues who want to use their experience to help improve systems that serve youth.<br />
In Delaware County, a group of 20 to 30 young people participate in monthly meetings held at the Delaware County Intermediate Unit. The members identify the key issues they want to address. Ashlie King-Bratton is a youth support partner for the High Fidelity Wraparound from Child and Family Focus, which is a program in partnership with MY LIFE that is designed to empower and be a voice to help with the behavioral health and wellness of youth.<br />
“I have been actively going to MY LIFE meetings and MY FEST for three years now,” Ashlie said. “My goal is to give back to the community by being active with our youth since I can relate to their struggles in life. I have my story to tell and I want to always lead by example to help these young children and teens know that there is help out there.”<br />
(MY LIFE DelCo meets the second Tuesday of each month, 5:30 to 7:30p.m., at the Delaware County Intermediate Unit in Morton. The meetings are open to all interested youth and dinner is provided.)<br />
In addition to monthly meetings, the program features national and local workshops, leadership development, presentations, and performances that focus on important challenges affecting youth.<br />
For more information about MY LIFE DelCo or MY FEST PA, contact Shannon Thomas at Delaware County Office of Behavioral Health, 610-713-2479. People can also visit the Delaware County MY LIFE website at www.magellanofpa.com and go to the Delaware County section.<br />
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<b>Free eat Smart Series in Brookhaven</b><br />
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Penn State University, Delaware County Extension will provide free monthly nutrition and recipe demonstration classes in its Eat Smart Series Tuesdays at the Brookhaven Municipal Building on Cambridge Road.<br />
Participants will learn that by cooking and eating nutritiously they can avoid medical problems and increase longevity.<br />
Pre-registration is required; call Lori at 484-496-2138.<br />
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<b>Free Information Session for People with Disabilities</b><br />
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Freedom Valley Disability Center will host an information session for people with disabilities, 1:30 to 4p.m., Friday (Sept. 26) at St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, 3625 Chapel Road, Newtown Square.<br />
Three presentations will inform people with disabilities on new initiatives designed to enhance their quality of life:<br />
--Services My Way: an update by the Institute on Disabilities on the waiver programs for supports and services for people with disabilities, and how people can get the most out of these waiver programs.<br />
--Client Assistance Program: Information on ensuring that people with disabilities receive the work accommodations from OVR that they are entitled to.<br />
--Empowerment through Preparedness: A community project by people with disabilities on the best strategies for emergency preparedness planning, and how to implement them.<br />
Snacks will be provided.<br />
RSVP to Carol Marfisi, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, at carol@fvdc.net, or call 610-353-6640.<br />
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<b>Free spooky tales at Marple Public Library</b><br />
Enjoy an evening of spooky tales at the Marple Public Library on Monday, October 6 starting at 7 pm. Local authors Laurie Hull and Matt Lake will chill you with tales of strange things that go bump in the night. Laurie Hull is a psychic medium and author of several books, including Philly’s Main Line Haunts and Supernatural Pennsylvania. Matt Lake is the author of several books, including Weird Pennsylvania and others in the Weird USA series.<br />
This event is open to ages 13 and up. People can register by calling 610-356-1510.Books by both authors will be available for purchase and signing.<br />
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<b> Free college fair at Penn State Brandywine</b><br />
Choosing the right college or university is an important, yet challenging decision. Comparing thousands of schools can be overwhelming for many high school students. To help with the decision-making process, Penn State Brandywine will host the Pennsylvania Association of College Admissions Counselors’ (PACAC) Delaware County Regional College Fair from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 30, in the Commons Building gymnasium.<br />
High school students and their families are welcome at this annual event, which has become known as the “kickoff” to the college admissions season. Students and families can meet face-to-face with admissions counselors representing more than 140 colleges and universities from across the United States. Attendees will receive information about academic opportunities, scholarships, the admissions process and much more.<br />
Penn State Brandywine is at 25 Yearsley Mill Road in Media. The campus offers four-year degrees, undergraduate research opportunities, honors, civic engagement, and global studies programs and a variety of varsity sports.<br />
Organized by Brandywine, the fair is FREE and open to all interested high school students and families. No pre-registration is required. For more information about the PACAC Delaware County Regional College Fair, contact Dennis Mejias at 610-892-1200 ordnm8@psu.edu.<br />
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<b>County Wellness Van to Visit Communities</b><br />
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Delaware County’s Senior Medical Advisor will make the rounds to several communities in a giant, colorful Wellness van, delivering a healthy dose of free preventive health care information to residents.<br />
Dr. George Avetian will visit libraries, senior centers and other community facilities to present information on a wide variety of public health topics.<br />
Called “Ask the Doctor,” the program is part of the county’s overall effort to educate residents about various public health issues from vaccinations to healthy lifestyles.<br />
Dr. Avetian said he can discuss a specific topic chosen by the group, or he can answer questions people have about topics from West Nile virus and Lyme disease to stroke prevention and diabetes.<br />
The eye-catching Wellness van is about the size of a SEPTA bus. Inside the van is a wealth of information on health issues, plus interactive technology that lets people access on-line health tools and healthy lifestyle programs.<br />
Dr. Avetian and the Wellness Van will be at the following locations open to the public:<br />
--Tuesday (Sept. 30), 9a.m. to 1p.m., at the Delaware County Literacy Council, 2217 Providence Ave., Chester.<br />
--Saturday (Oct. 4), 9a.m. to 1p.m., at St. Matthews Evangelical Lutheran Church, Fairview Road and Lukens Ave., Woodlyn.<br />
--Friday (Oct. 17), 9a.m. to 1p.m., at Schoolhouse Senior Center, 600 Swarthmore Ave., Folsom.<br />
Community groups interested in having a visit from Dr. Avetian and the Wellness van can contact the County Department of Intercommunity Health at 610-891-5311.<br />
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<b>Swarthmore Library Hosts Author Pam Jenoff</b><br />
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Swarthmore Public Library will present Pam Jenoff, author of The Winter Guest, and Grand Central Station anthology contributer, 7p.m., Wednesday (Oct. 1).<br />
Jenoff is the author of several other novels, including The Kommandant's Girl, which received widespread acclaim, earned her a nomination for the Quill Awards and became an international bestseller.<br />
She previously served as a Foreign Service Officer for the U.S. State Department in Europe, as the Special Assistant to the Secretary of the Army at the Pentagon, and as a practicing attorney at a large firm. She received her juris doctor from the University of Pennsylvania, her masters degree in history from Cambridge University and her bachelors degree in international affairs from George Washington University.<br />
Jenoff lives with her husband and three children near Philadelphia where, in addition to writing, she teaches law school.<br />
All programs are free and open to the public. Swarthmore Public Library is at 121 Park Ave. Register at the Library or by calling 610-543-0436, or email swarthmore@delcolibraries.org.<br />
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<b>Free family addiction education available</b><br />
Each month PRO-ACT (Pennsylvania Recovery Organization–Achieving Community Together) hosts a Family Addiction Education Program to help individuals and family recognize and address an addiction problem in a spouse, parent, child or other loved one.<br />
Led by trained volunteers who have been in the same situation, the information and support programs are held 7 to 9p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month and run for three consecutive Tuesdays at Holcomb Behavioral Health Services in Media.<br />
The next session runs Oct. 7, 14 and 21. Sessions are free and confidential, using first names only. Pre-registration is required; call 800-221-6333, weekdays 9a.m. through 5p.m., or visit www.proact.org and click the Family Addiction Education Program link.<br />
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<b>Delco Patriots to Meet Sept. 29</b><br />
The Delaware County Patriots meeting will be held 7p.m., Sept. 29th at the Newtown Square Knights of Columbus Mater Dei Council Hall on Route 252 North.<br />
Jeff Griffith of the Constitutional Organization of Liberty will discuss the Constitution vs. Executive overreach and what can be done to restore checks and balances.<br />
The event is free; light refreshments will be served. For more information, call 610-572-3442<br />
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<b>Free Cancer Presentation Slated</b><br />
Crozer Keystone Health System Nurse Navigators Maria Malloy and Anne Marie Bradley, R.N. will offer a free presentation on “Breast and Prostate Cancer,” 2p.m., Thursday (Sept. 25) at the Brookhaven Municipal Building, 2 Cambridge Road. The speakers will discuss the importance of annual screenings for early detection and better survival rates, as well as family hisstory, genetic profiles and self-exams. Diagnostic procedures and lifestyle changes wil also be discussed.<br />
Pre-registration is required; call Lori at 484-496-2138.<br />
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<b>League Announced Free Pre-Election Events</b><br />
In preparation for the Nov. 4 General Election, the League of Women Voters of Delaware County is planning voter registration and other non-partisan election services activities.<br />
On National Voter Registration Day, Sept. 23, league members will register voters at Delaware County Community College.<br />
Other events are planned before the Oct. 6 voter registration deadline.<br />
“The biggest barrier to voter participation is being unregistered,” says League President Olivia Thorne. ”Millions of Americans who are eligible to vote don’t because they are not registered or did not know how to register,” she added.<br />
Mail-in voter registration applications are available at public libraries and can be downloaded online at www.votespa.com.<br />
Election Services Chair Marita Green announced the league will co-sponsor with PreK for PA, a state legislative candidate forum on education issues Oct. 2 at the Upper Darby High School Theater.<br />
The league hopes to hold other forums for local races pending candidate agreement to participate.<br />
A league-sponsored forum for gubernatorial candidates will be held on Oct. 8 in Pittsburgh. A videotape of the forum will be distributed to ABC-TV affiliates across the state broadcast.<br />
The League of Women Voters is non-partisan and neither supports or opposes any candidate for elected office. The league’s mission is to encourage and facilitate citizen participation in government.<br />
For information call 610-449-0977.<br />
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<b>Free family fun at Swarthmore Presbyterian’s Fall Fair</b><br />
Swarthmore Presbyterian Church will welcome autumn with its Annual Fall Fair Saturday (Oct. 4). Pumpkins and perennials, crab cakes and Scotch eggs, Moonbounces and pumpkin painting, arts and crafts, antiques, books and ephemera…the Fall Fair appeals to all interests and appetites.<br />
The 2014 Fair will be held rain or shine from 9:30a.m. to 2:30p.m. at the church, 727 Harvard Ave., Swarthmore.<br />
Inside and outside the church, there will be shopping at the flea market in the Community Center, while the church’s McCahan Hall is filled wall-to-wall with books from this year’s novels to rare and vintage volumes. Antiques and collectibles will be on offer in Fellowship Halle , while in Loeffler Chapel, a silent auction will invite bids on select furniture and furnishings. A wide selection of costume and quality jewelry, handbags, and scarves will be offered in the Study. Pumpkins and gourds will be available, and children can shop for toys, games and sporting goods and revel in the myriad games in the Kid Zone.<br />
The Artisan’s Atrium in the church’s courtyard will be a gallery offering original paintings, photographs, textiles and ceramics by local artists and artisans. Shoppers will find unique treasures and gifts items including furniture and furnishings, tote bags/purses, headbands, quilts, and more, including pieces made by congregation members.<br />
Fall Fair’s food favorites include a seafood bar featuring oysters, shrimp and crab cakes, a grill with burgers, hot dogs and sausages, salads, desserts in the Pantry to eat now or savor later, SPC’s famous Scotch eggs, and Kids’ Kuisine with a healthy and delicious menu all its own.<br />
The church’s sanctuary will be open for visits, musical performances and fellowship throughout the day; visitors are most welcome. Parking is available on the north side of Harvard Avenue, in the lot opposite the church, at the Swarthmore Executive Building, and at the Swarthmore train station. For more on the Fall Fair or on the church, visit SPC’s website at swarthmorepres.org, or call the church office at 610-543-4712.<br />
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<b>Local Prof. to Teach Class at Swarthmore UMC</b><br />
Swarthmore United Methodist Church, 131 Park Ave., Faith and Life class will be held 9a.m. Sundays, and will be led by Swarthmore College Professor Tom Morton who will teach “Dynamic Christian Architecture through the Ages.” Childcare will be available.<br />
Morton is the visiting assistant professor of architectural history at Swarthmore College where he teaches history of global architecture from pre-history to the present. While studying for his Ph.D. at University of Pennsylvania he worked part time at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. His first teaching job was at Swarthmore College where he spent two years. From 2005-2013 he taught at Arizona State where in 2009 he was one of three national winners to receive the New Faculty Teaching Award. In 2011 Tom was recognized by the American Institute of Architects as Arizona Educator of the Year.<br />
Worship will be at 10:30a.m. in the Sanctuary. Children’s Sunday school will be at 10:45.<br />
Following the service there will be coffee and fellowship. The church is a welcoming, reconciling congregation and is handicapped accessible.<br />
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<b>Free event at Community Arts Center</b><br />
Community Arts Center’s twelfth annual Fine Arts and Crafts Festival takes place on Saturday, September27, 2014, rain or shine, from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. on State Street in Media, giving festival-goersthe opportunity to buy high quality original art directly from the Tri-State area’sbest artists and artisans. Presented by Wendy Cotton and Len Orlando, MediaBusiness Authority, and Brandywine Conference and Visitor’s Bureau andsponsored by Aqua, Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union, PECO, Plush Mills, PNCBank, Power Home Remodeling Group, and The Safegard Group.<br />
This free event features over 50 exhibiting artists, artist demonstrations, an art raffle, kid’sactivities, live music, great food, local non-profit booths, and free parking in Media all day. For more information, visit http://fineartsandcraftsfestival.org/.<br />
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<b>Free Talk on Osteoporosis Set</b><br />
“Osteoporosis: Sound the Alarm on a Silent Disease,” will be the topic of a free presentation by Dr. Barry Jacobson and Jacqui Kernaghan, P.A.C., of the Osteoporosis Center of Delaware County 2p.m., Thursday (Oct. 2) at the Brookhaven Municipal Building, 2 Cambridge Road, Brookhaven.<br />
Participants will learn the risk factors for osteoporosis and osteopenia, information about the disease of osteoporosis and treatments options as well as how to prevent falls and reduce the risk of breaking a bone. The presenters will also answer specific questions participants may have.<br />
The presenters will also answer specific questions participants may have. For more information or to register for the course, call Lori at 484-496-2138.<br />
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<b>Taylor Community Foundation accepting scholarship applications</b><br />
Taylor Community Foundation (TCF) is currently accepting applications to become a TCF Scholar. Applicants must live in the TCF Service Area, pursue an undergraduate degree in the allied health professions, and plan to return to make a difference in the community.<br />
These scholarships are for up to $7,000 total for undergraduate work. Applications must be received by Friday, November 21.. Funding will begin with the 2015/2016 academic year.<br />
The communities served by TCF are: Collingdale, Darby Township, Eddystone, Folcroft, Glenolden, Morton, Nether Providence, Norwood, Prospect Park, Ridley Township, Ridley Park, Rose Valley, Rutledge, Sharon Hill, Springfield, Swarthmore, and Tinicum Township.<br />
Students who live in these communities may obtain an application online at www.taylorcommfdn.org or by contacting the TCF at 610-461-6571.<br />
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<b>‘Restoring Democracy’ forum planned at Unitarian Universalist Church</b><br />
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.<br />
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.<br />
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.<br />
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<b>Free Fall Festival at Gateway Church</b><br />
Gateway Community Church will host its annual Fall Into Gateway festivities 4 to 7:30p.m., Saturday (Oct. 4) at the church, 708 S. Old Middletown Road, Media.<br />
Moonbounces, fire truck rides, hay rides, balloon art, remote controlled airplanes with a “Candy Drop” from the sky, a flea market, games, face painting, a bonfire, live music and refreshments will be featured.<br />
For more information, go to www.visitgateway.org.<br />
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<b>Blessing of the Animals at Christ UMC</b><br />
The community is welcome to bring their pets to the 2nd Annual Blessing of the Animals 10 to 11a.m., Saturday (Oct. 4) on the side lawn of Christ United Methodist Church, 600 E. Dutton’s Mills Road, Brookhaven.<br />
All pets will be blessed by the Pastor and receive a certificate. Rain date is Saturday, Oct. 1.<br />
For more information, call the church at 610-874-1270. <br />
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<b>Free Health Fair and Blessing of Animals in Media</b><br />
The community is invited to an Animal Health Fair and Blessing that will take place 10a.m. to noon, Saturday (Oct. 4) at First United Methodist Church, 350 W. State Street (State and Lemons Streets), Media.<br />
Visitors can get free nail clipping for their dog or cat by Tops Pet Groomer; a meeting with an animal cardiologist from the University of Pennsylvania; an individual blessing by Pastor Laurie Ann Rookard with a photo to take home; health station information about animal safety; pet sitting and walking services; rescue animals from We Love Rescue Pets; refreshments and live music.<br />
All well-behaved animals are welcome to the rain or shine event. In the event of rain, the event will be held inside the church on the lower level.<br />
For more information contact the church office at 610-566-3172 or visit the church Facebook page at “mediamethodist”. The event is free and everyone is welcome.<br />
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<b>Free Lecture Series at Furness Library</b><br />
The Helen Kate Furness Free Library will commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the start of World War I with a series of programs that are free and open to the public. Registration is required; contact Library Director Jennifer Stock at 610-566-9331 to register or for more information.<br />
--Highlighting pieces from the Peace Collection at Swarthmore College, archivist Anne Yoder will discuss "Conscientious Objectors in World War I" 7:15p.m., Tuesday (Sept. 30).<br />
--A special World War I-focused book discussion will take place 7:15p.m., Thursday (Oct. 23). Copies of the book, A Star for Mrs. Blake, by April Smith will be available for checkout.<br />
--The lecture "1916-1917," with local historian Andrew Miller, will take place 2p.m., Saturday (Nov. 8). The program is sponsored in part by the Nether Providence Historical Society.<br />
The Helen Kate Furness Library is at 100 N. Providence Road, Wallingford.<br />
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<b>DCIU Offers Free Workshops for Parents</b><br />
The Delaware County Intermediate Unit (IU) is offering two free workshops to help parents better navigate the challenging roadmap of educating their children with disabilities:<br />
--Panel Discussion: Insurance Waivers, Estate Planning, Financial Planning and More, 6 to 8p.m., Tuesday (Oct. 7). Is your child with special needs over the age of 14? Are you aware of all of the supports and services that are available for children with special needs? Do you have questions about health insurance, waivers, taxes, estate planning, social security benefits and more?<br />
A panel of experts will discuss these issues and more. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to attend.<br />
The discussion will be held at the Delaware County Intermediate Unit, 200 Yale Ave., Morton, PA 19070. Panel Members are Marian Frattarola-Saulino, founder of Values in Action; Randy Steen, Esq., parent and special needs lawyer; Julie Steele, parent and financial advisor; Michele Leahy, M. Leahy and Associates Disability Life Planning.<br />
--“Sensory Processing: The Out of Sync Child,” 6 to 8p.m., Tuesday (Oct. 21) at Garnet Valley High School Library, 552 Smithbridge Road, Glen Mills. Does your child have difficulty participating in daily routines in your home? Does he/she seem to be “out of sync”? Does your child become anxious when there is a lot of noise, activity, visual stimulation? This workshop will help parents understand what is happening with the child’s sensory system. Parents who attend this workshop will learn basic sensory processing principals and common strategies that help children participate in daily routines and ease signs of stress will be demonstrated and practiced.<br />
Presenters are Chuck Gallagher, Melainia Wilson, and Monica Winshel, all DCIU Occupational Therapists.<br />
To register for these sessions, call 610-938-9000 ext. 2263 or email nconnell@dciu.org.<br />
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<b>Rep. Hackett to Host Senior Expo</b><br />
Rep. Joe Hackett (R-Delaware) is inviting area senior citizens, their families and their caregivers to attend his Senior Expo 10 am to 2 pm Thurs. (Sept. 25) at Strath Haven High School, 205 S. Providence Road in Wallingford.<br />
“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.”<br />
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.<br />
“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.” <br />
For more information, call Rep. Hackett’s Folsom District Office at 610-461-5543.<br />
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<b>Hot Dogs and Ice Cream at Wallingford Presbyterian</b><br />
Wallingford Presbyterian Church will host a hot dog dinner and ice cream social on Friday (Sept. 19) to kick off the educational year.<br />
There will be grilled hot dogs at 6:30p.m., followed by ice cream and games for the kids. Throughout the evening, everyone will be entertained by a three-piece jazz band. If the weather is good, events will be held outside next to the playground. In the event of inclement weather, we will be in the Reception Room.<br />
Everyone is invited; there is no charge.Wallingford Presbyterian Church is at 110 E. Brookhaven Rd, Wallingford. For more information, call Walt Kaminski at 610-334-2025.<br />
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The Media-Upper Providence Free Library will hold its Lego Club on the third Sunday of each month from 1:30 to 3p.m. </div>
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Lego Club is for ages 4 through 10 and it's free. Registration is not required. Call 610-566-1918 or email mecsd@delcolibraries.org for more information. Lego Club dates are as follows: Oct. 19, Nov. 16, and Dec. 21.</div>
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Amanda C. Burdan, associate curator, will introduce and
discuss several paintings depicting the historic Barns-Brinton House in Chadds
Ford, 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27. The Barns-Brinton House has been standing on
its spot on US Route 1 for 300 years, rescued from demolition and restored by
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Chadds Ford Historical Society will serve complimentary tea and cookies. Sept.
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15541669981266824065noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1600095049752680609.post-8459776637712673932014-09-09T14:08:00.001-07:002014-09-09T14:08:44.863-07:00Free events announced this week...<b>Learn Interviewing Techniques at Free Workshop</b><br />
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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.<br />
The workshop will be led by Beth Ann Wilson. All are welcome without regard to religious affiliation.<br />
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.<br />
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.<br />
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.<br />
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.<br />
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<b>Marple Library presents free seminar for entrepreneurs</b><br />
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.<br />
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.<br />
Register in advance for this event. Call the library at 610-356-1510. The library is located at 2599 Sproul Road in Broomall.<br />
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<b>Rep. Hackett to Host FREE Senior Expo at Strath Haven High School </b><br />
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.<br />
“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.”<br />
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.<br />
“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.” <br />
If you have any questions regarding the Senior Expo, don’t hesitate to contact Representative Hackett’s Folsom District Office at 610-461-5543.<br />
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<b> Immanuel Lutheran to present speakers for caregivers of seniors</b><br />
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.<br />
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.<br />
A question and answer session will follow each presentation. There's no charge to attend.<br />
Chester Shipbuilding Topic at Hedgerow<br />
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<b>Free presentation on shipbuilding in Chester</b><br />
"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.<br />
The illustrated presentation will provide the historical background as to why Chester was the "Shipbuilding Capital of the United States" from 1857 until 1982.<br />
Dr. Edgette is Professor Emeritus at Widener University and the university's resident folklorist.<br />
The Chester Historical Preservation Committee is sponsoring this program that is free and open to the public.<br />
Call 610-872-4497 for further information.<br />
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<b>Building Trades Youth Training Program Accepting Applications</b><br />
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.<br />
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.<br />
Contact Carla Gordy at CAADC’s Employment and Training Department at 610-874-8451, ext. 1047.<br />
The Community Action Agency has been Delaware County’s designated anti-poverty agency since 1979. The agency’s website is www.caadc.org.<br />
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<b>Free Concert Saturday At Drexel Lodge Park</b><br />
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.<br />
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.<br />
Also sponsoring the event are Rafferty Subaru, J.Schwartz LLC. Remodeling & Fine Home Building and Len Schiulli & Sons LLC.<br />
Drexel Lodge Park is at 4140 West Chester Pike<br />
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<b>Kids can eat free at Perkins</b><br />
Kids can eat free to celebrate World Pancake Day at Perkins Restaurant Sept. 25. For more info, visit http://www.perkinsrestaurants.com/menu/.<br />
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<b>Free program on WWI at Helen Kate Furness Free Library</b><br />
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.<br />
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.<br />
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.<br />
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.<br />
The Helen Kate Furness Free Library is located at 100 N Providence Road in Wallingford.<br />
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<b>Arrg You Ready For The Talk Like A Pirate Day Giveaway at Krispy Kreme? </b><br />
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.<br />
To claim yer bounty on September 19, ye must:<br />
Talk like a pirate or wear an eye patch to a participating Krispy Kreme shop for one FREE Original Glazed doughnut.<br />
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.<br />
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<b>No charge to participate in Pet Remembrance Day at Rose Tree</b><br />
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.<br />
<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>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).<br />
“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. <br />
<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>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.<br />
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.<br />
“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.”<br />
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.<br />
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<b>Financial Ed. Workshop Offered</b><br />
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.<br />
This workshop fills up fast; call for reservation at 610-447-3350.<br />
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<b>Free Wellness Fair in Delco Sept. 17</b><br />
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.<br />
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<b>Free reading with pets program at Aston Library</b><br />
Aston Library will host Pals for Reading for four programs 6:30p.m., Mondays, Sept.15, 22 and 29.<br />
Children can expand their confidence with reading by practicing with a trained therapy dog.<br />
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.<br />
Children enjoy reading to dogs and can pet them and give them treats.<br />
The programs are free, but registration is required. Space is very limited. Register at http://www.tinyurl.com/AstonPals2014.<br />
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.<br />
‘Restoring Democracy’ forum planned at Unitarian Universalist Church<br />
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<b>Free 'Restoring Democracy' forum at Unitarian Church</b><br />
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.<br />
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.<br />
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.<br />
Gospel Choir Invites New Members<br />
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<b>Free concert on tap</b><br />
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.<br />
Workshops will be held at 7p.m., Nov. 10, 13, 18 and 21.<br />
For more information call 610-891-8822 or 610-876-4946.<br />
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<b>North Chester Baptist Church will hold an Honor and Memorial Service</b><br />
for police, firefighters, EMS personnel, and Park Police 10:45a.m., Sunday (Sept.14) at the Church, 2331 Providence Ave, Chester.<br />
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.<br />
Music will be presented by Jerry and Patti Just, who for many years have performed sacred musical selections that uplift listeners.<br />
"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.<br />
All police and first responders in Chester and surrounding areas are invited. A luncheon will follow the service.<br />
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<span lang="EN"> </span>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
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<span lang="EN">--Sept. 3, Crozer
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<span lang="EN">--Sept. 4, Taylor
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<span lang="EN">--Sept. 9,
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<span lang="EN">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 </span><a href="http://www.co.delaware.pa.us/delcoready/citizencorp.html"><span lang="EN">http://www.co.delaware.pa.us/delcoready/citizencorp.html</span></a><span lang="EN"> for more information.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN">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
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<span lang="EN">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
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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
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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<i>,
Symbolism and Modern Urban Society,</i> 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
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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
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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 <i>Shadow </i>by Suzy Lee
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The fun for kids will continue at 6:30 pm Mon. (Sept. 15) when students in third, fourth
and fifth grade are invited to the library for a Wii game bonanza. The Springfield Library will provide the Wii -- kids can provide their favorite games.<div>
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activities, call 610-543-2113, or visit the library’s website at
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<b>FREE admission- every day- at </b><b> PA Veterans Museum </b></div>
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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.</div>
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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
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The course will teach
the participants how to take control of their cameras and use the various
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Although the class is FREE, you must register by contacting
Bob McCaffrey (302-475-9693, bmac076@mac.com) until Sept. 20 or Gary Walter
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> 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
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; text-indent: 0in;">"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.”</span></div>
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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. “</span></div>
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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.”</span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15541669981266824065noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1600095049752680609.post-22075199813457525822014-09-04T13:44:00.000-07:002014-09-04T13:44:05.413-07:00A few more freebies that might interest local residents...<b>Social Security Planning Workshops at Ridley Township Library </b><br />
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Shane Couturier, a member of the Financial Awareness Foundation, will present two Social Security Planning Workshops at Ridley Township Public Library on Wednesday, Sept. 24 at 2:15 pm and 6 pm in the Lower Level Meeting Room. Registration is required for both sessions.<br />
Topics to be explored include when to apply for benefits, how Social Security is calculated, how to coordinate spousal benefits, and Social Security tax ramifications.<br />
Couturier is a retirement and estate planning specialist in Bryn Mawr. He educates others on the importance of financial planning, and the steps necessary to meet the goals of the individual. The Financial Awareness Foundation is dedicated to improving financial awareness and literacy. Register by calling 610-583-0593, emailingreference@ridleylibrary.org, or stopping at the library, 100 E. MacDade Blvd., Folsom.<br />
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<b>Schoolhouse Center has some free courses</b><br />
Schoolhouse Center in Folsom will offer a free hands-on demo mosaics course 10:30 am to 12:30 pm Sept. 17 at the Center, 600 Swarthmore Ave., Folsom. Students new to mosaics can learn more about the art that "encourages you to break things."<br />
The Center will also offer a free class entitled "Healthy Steps in Motion" every Tues. and Thurs. at 10:15 am. The light aerobic conditioning class will include work with weights and bands.<br />
Additionally, Schoolhouse holds FREE classes in woodcarving 12-2 pm Mondays, FREE craft classes 8:30 am to 11 every Tuesday and Wednesday and FREE "Sit and Get Fit" classes 10-11 am Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays.<br />
Schoolhouse has a FREE Health Fair planned for 9 am to 1 pm Oct. 17. Screenings, health information and giveaways will be part of the day. Everyone is welcome. Glenolden Walgreens will be administering flu shots.<br />
For information or to register for any of these classes, call the Center at 610-237-8100.<br />
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<b>Free Tour at Scott Arboretum</b><br />
Date & Time: Tuesday, September 16, 5 to 6:30 pm<br />
Cost: Free & open to the public<br />
Location: Scott Arboretum Gardens<br />
Special Notes: Tour leaves from Scott Arboretum offices.<br />
Tour canceled in inclement weather.<br />
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.<br />
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.<br />
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.<br />
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<b>Free legal advice offered by Philadelphia Bar Association</b><br />
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The Philadelphia Bar Association will offer free legal advice to residents of Philadelphia and the surrounding counties on Wednesday, September 20, between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. Members of the public can access the service by calling the Association’s LegalLine P.M. hotline at (215) 238-6333.<br />
Area residents seeking confidential legal advice will be able to speak for free with a volunteer attorney from the Philadelphia Bar Association. Attorneys are available to offer information about any aspect of the law including family law, landlord-tenant, workers’ compensation and employment law, among other topics.<br />
LegalLine P.M. is a public service sponsored by the Young Lawyers Division of the Philadelphia Bar Association, providing residents with free, quick and accurate legal advice during convenient evening hours. LegalLine P.M. is offered on the third Wednesday of every month from 5 to 8 p.m. The program has existed for nearly 20 years, allowing volunteer attorneys to help thousands of callers through direct service or by referring them to an appropriate source.<br />
In addition, during regular work hours, the Philadelphia Bar Association offers another program -- the Lawyer Referral and Information Service (LRIS) -- which provides lawyer referrals to area residents. Staff attorneys take calls from the general public and refer callers to attorneys in private practice for a 30-minute consultation, for which the attorney agrees to charge a drastically reduced fee of $35.<br />
If callers do not need an attorney or cannot afford one, they will be directed to a legal service organization, agency or other resource for assistance. LRIS is available Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., by calling (215) 238-6333.<br />
Founded in 1802, the 13,000-member Philadelphia Bar Association is the oldest association of lawyers in the United States.<br />
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<b>Botanical Art Exhibit at Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens</b><br />
On October 3 - 26 (9am - 4pm) the public is invited to the Philadelphia Society of Botanical Artists (PSBI) exhibition at Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens. Admission to both the exhibition and the gardens is free.<br />
Viewers of the exhibit will be “drawn to the details” in each of the paintings. The carefully executed work appeals to all ages. In the last PSBI exhibition at Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens the comments of visitors ranged from “The detail is amazing“ and “Incredible detail! [It] shows that in nature, beauty exists” to “I loved seeing the root system as well as flowers. Just beautiful!”<br />
The artwork has been executed by the over 75 members of PSBI, a Philadelphia organization. Its purpose is “to educate, to celebrate the artistic development of our members, to provide an opportunity to exhibit together, and to bring Botanical Illustration to the attention of many audiences.”<br />
To that end, PSBI provides free art classes for Philadelphia public school children as well as sponsoring many exhibits of botanical art including one at the Philadelphia Flower Show. This is the second year that PSBI has exhibited at Jenkins.<br />
Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens prides itself on providing “a tranquil, natural setting in a densely populated residential and commercial area.” It has over a mile of paved walkways that meander through native woodlands with labeled trees, shrubs and herbaceous plants. It is indeed an oasis in a busy world and an inspiration to botanical artists.<br />
For more information, contact Sarah Maxwell at the PSBI (smaxwell@fordham.edu 267-639-6053) or Janet Bauman at Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens (janet@jenkinsarboretum.org 610-647-8870 ext. 152).<br />
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<b>Parkside Community Day Saturday</b><br />
Parkside Borough will hold its annual Community Day for residents noon to 4p.m, Saturday (Sept. 13) on the grounds of Parkside Elementary School on Edgmont Ave.<br />
Events will include free musical entertainment, games, relay races, balloon toss, Moonbounces, face painting, three-legged races, a duck pond, food and a baking contest.<br />
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<span style="color: #464648;"> Delaware County SCORE,
Brinker Simpson & Company CPAs, and Paychex will offer a seminar
presenting the basic bookkeeping and record keeping concepts that a small
business owner needs to master 8 to 10a.m., Thursday (Sept. 18) at Pescatore’s
Restaurant, 1810 Wilmington West Chester Pike (Rte. 202), Glen Mills.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #464648;">In this workshop, practical
advice and simple examples will help the businessperson set up the best practices
for his/her business before problems are encountered. An introduction to basic
accounting principles and financial statements will provide the foundation for
the owner to manage the business for successful financial performance.
Discussion of good record keeping practices, business taxes, and systems and
software options will help guide the business owner in establishing effective
operating procedures.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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seminar deals with employees and payroll. Proper categorization of employees and
independent contractors is covered. Good hiring practices will be outlined and
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at 7:30a.m. and a continental breakfast will be available. There is no
charge for the seminar, but advance registration is required at </span><a href="http://delawarecounty.score.org/local" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">delawarecounty.score.org/local</span></a><span style="color: #464648;"> events.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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starting or operating a small business, or to request free counseling from a
SCORE volunteer, call </span><a href="tel:610-344-6910" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">610-344-6910</span></a><span style="color: #464648;"> or </span><span style="color: #1155cc;">delawarecounty.score.org.</span><span style="color: #464648;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15541669981266824065noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1600095049752680609.post-52778959759507000342014-09-02T15:08:00.002-07:002014-09-02T15:08:24.640-07:00FREE Fall Fun in Delco<br />
<b>Friends of Glen Providence Park</b> will present ViVaCe Strings for a free classical concert in the park 4:40 to 6p.m., Saturday (Sept. 6). This is the third and last concert in its 2014 Summer Concert Series,<br />
ViVaCe Strings, a quartet of professional conservatory trained musicians, has been providing music for elegant events in the Philadelphia region for over 20 years, including at the Kimmel Center and the Philadelphia Museum of Art.<br />
The concert will be at the historical stage down the hill from the park entrance on West State Street in Media. Rain date is 4:30p.m., Sunday (Sept. 7).<br />
Attendees should bring blankets or chairs, and relax on the lawn by the stage. After the concert, visitors may want to head into Media for dinner and shopping, just two blocks away on State Street. The concert is free, thanks to the generous support of the Media Recreation Board, Media Rotary Foundation and Shere-e-Punjab Indian Restaurant.<br />
This third consecutive year of concerts revives a decades-long tradition of free community concerts in Glen Providence Park. If the weather is questionable, a rain date decision will be posted on Facebook and the Friends website by noon Saturday. For more information, find Friends of Glen Providence Park on Facebook or visit www.glenprovidencepark.org. <br />
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<b> The Better Living Center</b> www.betterlivingcdc.org, and Goodwill Industries of Delaware and Delaware County will hold a FREE job fair in Chester Tuesday, September 23,, 9-11 a.m. at the Better Living Center, 501 Yarnall Street.. The Better Living Center and Goodwill will offer free resume and interview preparation skills training on September 16, 17 and 18, 9-11 a.m. to help prepare local residents for the job fair.<br />
According to Nina Munn, Program Director at the Better Living Center, “the job fair is a win-win for both employers and employees; as the employment rate decreases, it’s becoming harder for employers to find good people; and there are good people in Chester seeking employment”.<br />
The Better Living Center is dedicated to providing information and resources to empower the residents of Chester and DELCO to improve their lives. The BLC offers an emergency food pantry, a computer center, free WIFI, after-school tutoring, and information on healthy eating and healthy living. The BLC is a community service ministry of the Macedonia Seventh Day Adventist Church. There is still an opportunity for employers to sign up for job fair. Employers may sign up by calling 610-447-0209. For more information call Nina Munn at 610-497-1082 or 302-299-5750, neiners104@yahoo.com.<br />
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<b>Woodlyn Baptist Church </b>welcomes everyone back from summer and summer vacations with an invitation to its Free Fall Kick Off Rally. The church will provide the meat for the Pig Pickin’ and the congregation will supply the sides and desserts.<br />
Everyone is invited to worship 11 am Sun. (Sept. 14), with the picnic to follow, and to enjoy fellowship, food and find out about upcoming activities and new classes for all ages.<br />
For more information, call 610-833-5577 or email Woodlyn@rcn.com/. Woodlyn Baptist Church is at 1125 MacDade Boulevard in Woodlyn.<br />
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<b>The Aston Township Historical Society (ATHS)</b> invites the community to join in observing the first September 11Th of 1777 -- the Battle of Brandywine. This special event will take place 7p.m., Thursday (Sept. 11) at the Aston Township Municipal Building (rear entrance) south of 5 point on Pennell Road next to TD Bank.<br />
The Society will present two noted speakers and historians:<br />
--Michael C. Harris, author, educator and tour guide, has worked for the National Park Service will present a Power Point talk about General James Grant during the Battle. General Grant's troops were the first to camp in Aston. Harris' interesting book will be available for purchase after his presentation.<br />
--Nancy Webster is a popular local speaker who has been an educator, tour guide, preservationist and re-enactor who has worked for the Delaware County Planning Department.<br />
Webster will speak about the Battle itself and its resulting affect on the area.<br />
A question and answer period will follow.<br />
This special event is underwritten by Iron Workers Bank of Aston.<br />
The event is free and open to the public; donations to ATHS are welcome.<br />
The society welcomes volunteers; for information, contact President Sheila Withelder at withelder@comcast.net.<br />
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<b> Wallingford Presbyterian Church </b>will host its first monthly Brown Bag Lunch of the 2014-2015 season noon, Tuesday (Sept. 9). Visitors are encouraged to bring a lunch and enjoy an interesting speaker. Beverages and dessert will be provided; there is no cost for the event.<br />
This month's speaker is Rich Hickman, a Revolutionary War expert. He will talk about the British fall 1777 campaign to take Philadelphia. The main focus will be the Battle of Brandywine, with mentions of the sieges of Forts Mifflin and Mercer, as well as the Paoli Massacre. Special emphasis will be placed on the role played by residents of the Philadelphia area.<br />
On Sunday, Sept. 7, Wallingford Presbyterian will begin its educational year at 10a.m. with Rally Day. Students will be given special time to meet and get to know their teachers for the year, while adults are in worship. Following worship, a brunch will be held in Fellowship Hall to celebrate.<br />
Wallingford Presbyterian Church is at 110 E. Brookhaven Rd. for more information, call Walt Kaminski at 610-334-2025 or the church office at 610-566-1644, ext. 0.<br />
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<b> Upper Chichester Library</b> will present local author and former Delaware County resident Susan G. McAfee who will visit and read work from her recently published book of poetry, Windswept, 6 to 7p.m., Wednesday (Sept. 10).<br />
McAfee will have copies of her book of poems for sale and signing.<br />
The community is welcome; refreshments will be served.<br />
Upper Chichester Library is in the Willowbrook Shopping Center, 3374 Chichester Avenue, #19, Upper Chichester. Call the library to register at 610-485-0200.<br />
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<b> Three Delaware County senior centers</b> are distributing $20 produce vouchers to eligible Delaware County seniors. The annual Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program sponsored by the PA Department of Agriculture helps to promote good nutrition among seniors.<br />
Eligible recipients must be 60 years or older, reside in Delaware County, meet state income guidelines and provide a photo ID to receive the $20 voucher. Proxy forms are available for those who are picking up a voucher for another person.<br />
Vouchers will be available at the following locations during designated time slots while the supply of vouchers last. For more information, contact the centers as follows:<br />
--Chester Senior Center, 721 Hayes Street, Chester (610-497-3550), Wednesdays from 1 to 3p.m.<br />
--Good Neighbor Senior Center, 1086 Hook Road, Sharon Hill, (610-586-8170), Mondays from 9:30a.m. to 12:30p.m.<br />
--Schoolhouse Center, 600 Swarthmore Avenue, Folsom, (610-237-8100), Fridays from 9 to 11a.m.<br />
Senior Community Services is a non-profit agency that operates senior centers in Delaware County and provides in-home support services for homebound elderly.<br />
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<b>Hagley Museum and Library</b> will celebrate American Archives Month with a Library Open House on Saturday, Oct. 11, 9:30 a.m. to noon. Visitors will be able to see artifacts from the library collections and take a behind-the-scenes tour. The open house is free and open to the public. Space on tours is limited and reservations for the tour are required. Contact Cheryl Jackson, cjackson@hagley.org or 302-658-2400 to participate in the tour.<br />
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S<b>warthmore Public Library</b> will welcome Dr. Barbara Riebling of Haverford College for a lecture entitled “Mastering Love and Death: Analyzing the Perennial Appeal of Shakespeare.” The free lecture will take place 7 p.m., Monday, Sept. 15 at Swarthmore Public Library, 121 Park Avenue, Swarthmore. Register at the Library or call 610-543-0436, or email swarthmore@delcolibraries.org if you plan to attend.<br />
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<b> Brandywine Battlefield Park</b> will be the site of a Sept. 11th Remembrance Ceremony at 6 p.m., Sept. 11 to honor all those who fought in the Battle of Brandywine in 1777 and those who tragically lost their lives in 2001. The ceremony will feature the Ceal Neamh Pipe Band of Lancaster. Brandywine Battlefield Park is at 1491 Baltimore Pike, Chadds Ford.<br />
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<b> Crozer-Keystone Women and Children’s Health Services </b>will host an Infant and Children’s Safety Fun Day 11a.m. to 3p.m., Saturday (Sept. 13) at Community Hospital, 2600 W. Ninth St., 1st floor, Chester, to raise awareness of SIDS and infant mortality and morbidity.<br />
The free family-friendly event will include a baby buggy and stroller walk (11a.m. to noon); a decorated buggy and stroller contest (12:15 to 12:45p.m.); an infant/toddler runway show (1:45 to 2:45p.m.); face painting; a resource fair, educational workshops, prizes, raffles, giveaways and more. Vendor spaces are available for $25; no charge for non-profit organizations.<br />
The event will take place in front of Community Hospital’s main entrance and in its adjacent parking lots, and will require the help of volunteers to support all of the fun activities. Specifically, high school community service volunteer opportunities are available from 9a.m. to 4p.m. Potential assignments include helping with setting up, traffic control, registration, contest guides, cleaning up and more. Those interested in volunteering should e-mail Joanne Craig at joanne.craig@crozer.org or call 610-497-7344.<br />
Women and Children’s Health Services has been part of the Delaware County community for more than 20 years. Their current programs and areas of focus include Crozer-Keystone Healthy Start, Delaware County Cribs for Kids, Hispanic Resource Center and Nurse-Family Partnership. Their work is focused on women and children who are dealing with high risk factors.<br />
For more information on services, contact Myrna Russi at 610-497-7344 or myrna.russi@crozer.org.<br />
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<b> The Haverford Music Festival</b> on Sept. 6 will feature Beatlemania Now, Chico’s Vibe, Ben Arnold, Audra McLaughlin and more. This family-oriented event will run from noon to 9:30 p.m., with more than 30 performers on four stages near the intersection of Eagle and Darby Roads in Havertown. Area businesses and food vendors will fill booths along Darby Road and Hathaway Lane. There will be food booths, a beer garden, children’s activities, and fun for the whole family. Admission is free. For complete details, visit HaverfordMusicFestival.org. <br />
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<b>The 3rd annual Media FREEMarket </b>will feature all things FREE,<b> </b>2-5 pm Sun. (Sept. 14) at Providence Friends Meeting, 105 N Providence Rd, Media. Everyone is invited to bring something, take something, either or both.<br />
People are asked to bring their skills and talents and offer them at no cost. Attendees can play a song, give a massage, read a poem, juggle or share their chess skills- the choices are plenty.<br />
Those coming are also asked to bring their savories to share, including homemade baked goods, garden bounty and even eggs if their hens lay many.<br />
Locals are also asked to clean out their house, shed, car, office, basement and bring their extra stuff to give away. People can also bring their garage sale leftovers to help out neighbors who may need or want the items, or share their extra hand-made items. All stuff will be welcomed at the FreeMarket before 4 pm.<br />
The event is sponsored by Transition Town Media to promote a sharing community. For more information, go to www.transitiontownmedia.org or email info@TransitionTownMedia.org.<br />
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<b>Senior Community Services</b> will present, “Creativity Abounds at Schoolhouse,” 2-5 pm Friday, Sept. 19. This free art show will feature works created by artists from Schoolhouse Center. Works will include oil and watercolor paintings, mosaics, jewelry and woodcarvings. The event is open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.<br />
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<b>Ridley Park Library</b> will hold a lot of FREE events this autumn. Pals Read to the Animals returns to Ridley Park Library on Wednesday, Oct. 1, Nov. 5 and Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. for grades 1 to 5. Reluctant readers choose a book and read to animals.<br />
Bedtime Stories begins Tuesday, October 21 at 6:45 p.m. for children 3 to 6 years of age.<br />
Preschool storytime begins Wednesday, Oct. 2 at 10:30 am or 1 pm. Infant storytime will be held on Fridays at 10 a.m. in September and December.<br />
Art class for students in grades 2 to 5 begins Tues., Oct. 21 at 3:45 p.m.<br />
Book Club for adults meets the second Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Books are provided.<br />
For a complete list of programs, inquire at the circulation desk at the library for a Fall program brochure.<br />
All programs require registration. Call the Ridley Park Library to register at (610) 583-7207.<br />
Ridley Park Library is at 107 E Ward Street in Ridley Park.<br />
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<b>The Delaware County Workforce Investment Board </b>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.<br />
Topics covered will include Financial Literacy, Credit, Budgeting, and the workshop will include individual financial counseling sessions.<br />
This workshop fills up fast; call for reservation at 610-447-3350.<br />
The Delaware County Workforce Investment Board operates two fully staffed Career Resource Centers; one at CareerLink at 701 Crosby Street, Suite B, Chester (610-447-3350), and the other PA CareerLink in the Workforce Entry Center at Delaware County Community College, 901 South Media Line Road, Media (610-723-1220). Both centers help job seekers search for employment.<br />
Both centers have a dedicated area for individuals who want to work independently on researching career goals, networking or finding and applying for employment.<br />
Resources available include PC workstations with Internet access; printers; copiers; fax machines; a career resources library; labor market information; Civil Service information; recruitment notices; and veterans’ services information.<br />
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<b> Ridley Township Library</b> will present “Social Media 101- Getting Started on Facebook and Twitter” 6:30 pm Wed. (Sept. 10). Presented by Corey Pontz, a graphic and web designer, who owns CWP Design Studio in Bala Cynwyd, and Crystal Dove, a social media expert and owner of Marketing Queen Consulting in Philadelphia, the class will teach how to open accounts on social networking sites, create profiles, manage privacy settings, upload photos and search for and find friends.<br />
The free program will be held in the lower level meeting room. Registration is required, and may be done by calling 610-583-0593, emailing reference@ridleylibrary.org, or stopping by the library, 100 E. MacDade Blvd., Folsom.<br />
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<b> Crozer-Keystone</b> <b>Health System</b> has partnered with the Delaware County Department of Emergency Services to host informational events at its four acute-care hospitals in observation of Emergency Preparedness Month in September. . The events will be held 11a.m. to 1p.m. as follows:<br />
--Sept. 3, Crozer Chester Medical Center, Upland, main lobby.<br />
--Sept. 4, Taylor Hospital, Chester Pike, Ridley Park, next to the volunteer office.<br />
--Sept. 9, Springfield Hospital, Sproul Road, main lobby.<br />
--Sept. 12, Delaware County Memorial Hospital, Lansdowne Ave., Drexel Hill, next to the cafeteria.<br />
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.<br />
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.<br />
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. <br />
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<b> Ridley Township Library will present l</b>ocal food blogger and cookbook author Marisa McClellan who will talk about manageable home preserving and to share her small batch canning technique 6 pm Wed. (Sept. 17). She'll show how to prep, cook, and preserve a quart of plums in about an hour. There will also be plenty of time for Q&A, so come prepared with preserving queries. Both of McClellan’s books will be available for purchase and signing by the author.<br />
McClellan is a food writer, canning teacher, and dedicated farmers market shopper who lives in Center City Philadelphia. She is the author of Food in Jars: Preserving in Small Batches Year-Round and Preserving by the Pint: Quick Seasonal Canning for Small Spaces.<br />
This free program will be held in the lower level meeting room, and because of limited space, registration is required. Register by calling 610-583-0593, emailing reference@ridleylibrary.org, or stopping by the library, 100 E. MacDade Blvd., Folsom.<br />
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<b>The Saint John Neumann Fraternity of the Secular Franciscan Order</b> will hold an information session 7 to 8p.m., Wednesday (Sept 10) at Our Lady of Angels Convent, 609 S. Convent Road, Aston (adjacent to Neumann University.) The session will offer insights into the group and the opportunity to meet members.<br />
The group is for those interested in having more spirituality in their lives. Catholic men and women of all ages and walks of life are welcome at Wednesday evening gatherings.<br />
For more information, call Jean Piziak at 1-302-475-5266 or Sandra Kushner at 610-497-4763.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15541669981266824065noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1600095049752680609.post-58323026180353903672014-08-19T13:03:00.002-07:002014-08-19T13:03:46.978-07:00Free food? Free household goods and other stuff? Free entertainment? Media’s FREENMarket to offer all things free! Everything will be free at the 3rd annual Media FREEMarket 2-5 pm Sun. (Sept. 14) at Providence Friends Meeting, 105 N Providence Rd, Media. Everyone is invited to bring something, take something, either or both.<br />
People are asked to bring their skills and talents and offer them at no cost. Attendees can play a song, give a massage, read a poem, juggle or share their chess skills- the choices are plenty.<br />
Those coming are also asked to bring their savories to share, including homemade baked goods, garden bounty and even eggs if their hens lay many.<br />
Locals are also asked to clean out their house, shed, car, office, basement and bring their extra stuff to give away. People can also bring their garage sale leftovers to help out neighbors who may need or want the items, or share their extra hand-made items. All stuff will be welcomed at the FreeMarket before 4 pm.<br />
The event is sponsored by Transition Town Media to promote a sharing community. For more information, go to www.transitiontownmedia.org or email info@TransitionTownMedia.org.<br />
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15541669981266824065noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1600095049752680609.post-71261611096941601672014-08-13T14:42:00.000-07:002014-08-13T14:42:06.290-07:00A few freebies to check out!<b>Book Bag Giveaway in Chester</b><br />
The City of Chester will hold its 9th Annual Book Bag Giveaway 3 to 6p.m., Sunday (Aug. 17) at 501 Yarnall St., Chester.<br />
Children must be accompanied by a parent and there is a limit of three bags per family. Families must participate in a “Resource Treasure Hunt.”<br />
Light refreshments will be served and free resources and information will be available from local organizations. For more information, call 610-497-1082 or blc1917@gmail.com.<br />
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<b>Free Hawaiian Luau Dance Party Set</b><br />
Area residents age 50 years and older can hit the dance floor at the Redwood Community Playhouse Center for a Hawaiian Luau Dance Party 7 to 9:30p.m., Thursday (Aug. 21) with Live Band Peter Thomas performing and Line Dancing with Sal April.<br />
Refreshments will be served along with dancing to Hawaiian songs, oldies, ballroom, swing and line dancing music.<br />
All events at the Redwood Playhouse are free to Delaware County residents and are sponsored by Delaware County Council and the Parks and Recreation Department.<br />
The Redwood Playhouse Community Center is in Upland Park on 6th St. in Upland. For more information, call 610-891-6061 or 610-891-4663 or visit the county web site for monthly schedule at www.co.delaware.pa.us and click on Park and Recreation, Upland Park.<br />
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<b>Prospect UM Church to hold free movie nights</b><br />
The Prospect United Methodist Church will hold free movie nights at 7 pm Aug. 22 (“Slow Fade”); Aug. 29 (“God is Not Dead”) and Sept. 5 (“Heaven is For Real”).<br />
The church is at 800 Lincoln Ave. in Prospect Park (across from Wawa). Everyone is welcome.<br />
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<b>Ridley Twp. Library to hold social media class for beginners</b><br />
Ridley Township Library will present “Social Media 101- Getting Started on Facebook and Twitter” 6:30 pm Wed. (Sept. 10). Presented by Corey Pontz, a graphic and web designer, who owns CWP Design Studio in Bala Cynwyd, and Crystal Dove, a social media expert and owner of Marketing Queen Consulting in Philadelphia, the class will teach how to open accounts on social networking sites, create profiles, manage privacy settings, upload photos and search for and find friends.<br />
The free program will be held in the lower level meeting room. Registration is required, and may be done by calling 610-583-0593, emailing reference@ridleylibrary.org, or stopping by the library, 100 E. MacDade Blvd., Folsom.<br />
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<b>Movie Night at Gateway Features ‘God’s Not Dead’</b><br />
Gateway Community Church will host a free Movie Night 6:30p.m., Saturday (Aug. 23), featuring the recently-released movie “God’s Not Dead.”<br />
The story involves present-day college freshman and devout Christian, Josh Wheaton (Shane Harper), who finds his faith challenged on his first day of Philosophy class by a dogmatic and argumentative Professor Radisson (Kevin Sorbo). Radisson begins class by informing students that they will need to disavow, in writing, the existence of God or face a failing grade. As other students in the class begin scribbling the words “God Is Dead” on pieces of paper as instructed, Josh find himself at a crossroads, having to choose between his faith and his future.<br />
Everyone is welcome. Gateway Community Church is at 708 S. Old Middletown Road. for more information, visit www.visitgateway.org or call 610-724-6236.<br />
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<b>Free Workshop for Job-Seeker</b>s<br />
A Civil Service Workshop for Delaware County residents is set for 1:30 to 3:30p.m., Wednesday (Aug. 27). This free workshop will include reviewing open test announcements, the application process, how to schedule a test, types of tests, what happens after testing and test-taking advice and reminders.<br />
The workshop will be held at the PA CareerLink office, 701 Crosby Street, Suite B, Chester.<br />
To reserve spot, call 610-447-3350 from 8 to 4, weekdays.<br />
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<b>St. Sharbel’s Plans Lebanese Festival</b><br />
St. Sharbel will host its Annual Lebanese Festival noon to 11:30p.m., Saturday and 13:30to 9p.m., Sunday (Aug. 23 and 24) on the church grounds at 3679 Providence Road, Newtown Square.<br />
Yousef Shamoun and his band will provide music and there will be fun and games for all ages along with authentic Lebanese food and items for sale.<br />
For more information, call 610-353-5952.<br />
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<b>Panel Offers Information on Aging and Caregiving</b><br />
Senior Community Services, a non-profit that has served seniors in Delaware County for nearly 40 years, is teaming up with St. Katharine Drexel Parish to offer an informative panel on aging and caregiving issues.<br />
The event will be held 11a.m., Tuesday (Aug. 19) at St. Katharine Drexel School, 1920 Providence Ave., Chester in the school’s gymnasium.<br />
Representatives from the following organizations will make up the panel: Delaware County Office of Services for the Aging (COSA), Senior Community Services Long Term Care Department, Family Caregiver Support Program, Chester Senior Center, Home Helpers (Media) and Jefferson Elder Care.<br />
To reserve a seat or for more information, call Maxine Graves at 610-872-3731 or Theresa Larentowicz at 610-237-6222, ext. 68.<br />
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<b>Job Search Support Available</b><br />
Area residents are welcome to attend an orientation to the programs and services provided at the PA CareerLink Delaware County located in the Workforce Entry Center of the Delaware County Community College in Media.<br />
Visitors can utilize the state-of -the-art Career Resource Center, meet the knowledgeable team, learn about career development and job search workshops, individual career counseling and assessment services, basic personal computer skill development classes and training opportunities that may be available.<br />
Orientation sessions will be held 9 to 11a.m., on Aug. 21, and 28.<br />
Call 610-723-1220 to reserve a seat. The center is open 8:30 to 4:30, Monday through Thursday.<br />
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<b>FREE Tour at Scott Arboretum</b><br />
Date and Time:Saturday, August 23, 10 to 11:30 am<br />
Cost:Free and open to the public<br />
Location:Departs from the Scott Arboretum Offices<br />
Special Notes:Tour is canceled in inclement weather<br />
Explore the Scott Arboretum's plant collections with Arboretum staff. This tour is designed for gardeners from beginners to experts. 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.<br />
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 am to noon and 1 to 4:30 pm. For more information, please call the Arboretum Offices at 610-328-8025. Visit us at www.scottarboretum.org.<br />
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<b>Creativity abounds in free art show at Schoolhouse</b><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15541669981266824065noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1600095049752680609.post-2708528164768045272014-07-25T13:23:00.001-07:002014-07-25T13:23:27.238-07:00A few fantastic freebies coming up soon!<b>Free tour of Scott Arboretum</b><br />
Explore the Scott Arboretum's plant collections with Arboretum staff in a free “Highlights of the Arboretum” tour 11:30 am Sat. (July 26). Tour departs from the Scott Arboretum offices and is open to the public. . This tour is designed for gardeners from beginners to experts. In case of inclement weather, the tour will be canceled. For more information, please call the Scott Arboretum offices at 610-328-8025.<br />
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 Mondaythrough Friday, 8:30 am to noon and 1 to 4:30 pm. For more information, call the Arboretum Offices at 610-328-8025. Visit us at www.scottarboretum.org.<br />
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<b>Free Programs for Kids and Teens at Library</b><br />
Melted Crayon Art: Kid and teens, ages 11-18 are invited to visit the Media-Upper Providence Library 3p.m., Thursday (Aug. 7) to create unique art projects by melting crayons and explore science at the library this summer<br />
Stars on the Move: Area kids can explore the night sky in an inflatable planetarium at the Media-Upper Providence Library with a Stars on the Move visit 3p.m., Tuesday (Aug. 5). This program will be held at the Community Center, 301 N. Jackson St., Media.<br />
Registration is required for both programs; call 610-566-1918 or email mecsd@delcolibraries.org to sign up.<br />
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<b>Health and Job Fair in Marcus Hook Saturday</b><br />
A Health and Beauty Expo and Job Fair will be held 10a.m. to 2p.m., Saturday (July 26) from 10am to 2pm. at Cokesbury, United Methodist Church, 307 Market St., Marcus Hook.<br />
This is a free admission community event featuring various vendors in the health and beauty industry, in addition to a job fair. Vendors will bring recruitment information.<br />
This event is also a fundraiser for the Cokesbury UMC Summer Reading and Lunch Program. The school district cancelled the summer lunch program and Cokesbury UMC is stepping up to provide free lunches and reading.<br />
The vendor fee is whatever the vendor wants to donate to the church and a bag of food for the Angel Food Pantry.Raffle baskets will be chanced off and healthy food will be served in the youth group kitchen.<br />
For vendor information, call Michele at 484-832-1443.<br />
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<b>Delco Toastmasters invite public to check out meeting</b><br />
Delaware County Toastmasters (Club 3204) invites the public to stop by one of its meetings to see how the organization can help people to become a better public speakers, develop their leadership skills, and communicate more effectively in their public and personal life. Toastmasters helps to build the confidence people need to succeed.<br />
The next meeting is 7 pm Wed. (August 6) at the Swarthmore Meeting House on the Swarthmore College Campus, 12 Whittier Place. campus. The group meets every other Wednesday.<br />
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<b>Free Western Dancing Lessons at Swarthmore’s First Friday</b><br />
Club Sashay will sponsor an Introduction to Square Dancing 5 to 7p.m., Friday (Aug. 1) in the parking lot of the Swarthmore Borough Hall, 121 Park Ave.<br />
Club Sashay, the oldest square dance club in Delaware County, will be part of Swarthmore First Friday activities.<br />
Clay Goss will be the caller. He is a skilled instructor who will provide a free, fun-filled session for singles, couples and families.<br />
Call Susan or Jeff at 610 446-2794 for more information or e-mail ClubSashay@gmail.com.<br />
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<b>Gateway offers free Vacation Bible School for kids</b><br />
Gateway Community Church will host “Wilderness Escape” Vacation Bible School 6 to 8p.m., Monday through Friday, Aug. 4 through 8. Children will hear the story of how Moses led his people through the wilderness and how God provided for them.<br />
There will be snacks, crafts, games and songs for the children to learn. Parents will want to attend the closing celebration 7p.m., Aug. 8 for a pageant and refreshments.<br />
The church is at 708 S. Old Middletown Road. For more information and to register, call Mary Campbell at 610-566-0131 or 610-202-4562 or via email at mrosecampbell@yahoo.com. Gateway Community Church web site is www.visitgateway.org.<br />
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<b>Talk on Oscar Hammerstein at Pendle Hill</b><br />
Musician and educator Karl Middleman will speak on “Oscar Hammerstein II: Poet, Patriot, and Progressive,” 7:30 to 9p.m., Monday (Aug. 4) in the Barn at Pendle Hill, 338 Plush Mill Road, Wallingford. The program is part of Pendle Hill's First Monday Series of free lectures, films, and events; no reservations are required.<br />
Oscar Hammerstein, lyricist of some of the 20th century’s most enduring American musicals, is known for sentimental songs such as “Getting to Know You” and “You’ll Never Walk Alone.”<br />
Yet, as a descendant of German Jewish immigrants, he raised his voice against atomic bomb proliferation, racism, Nazism, and censorship, and was cited by the FBI for association with 19 radical organizations.<br />
Using historic recordings and videos, Middleman will explore the music and politics of Oscar Hammerstein.<br />
Middleman founded and directs the Philadelphia Classical Symphony, teaches on the faculty of Temple University, and serves as a Commonwealth Speaker for the Pennsylvania Council on the Humanities.<br />
For more information on his presentation, visit Pendle Hill’s website, www.pendlehill.org, or call 610-566-4507, ext. 129.<br />
Located on 23 acres in Wallingford, PA, Pendle Hill is a Quaker study, retreat, and conference center offering programs for people of all faiths.<br />
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<b>Free admission to PA Veterans Museum</b><br />
The Pennsylvania Veterans Museum is a non-profit organization whose mission is to preserve, protect and promote the legacy of Pennsylvania’s military veterans through education. The PVM is particularly focused on educating youth about the sacrifices made in times of war for our freedom.<br />
The Museum features personal memorabilia and video kiosks that tell the history of World War I to Vietnam through the eyes and experiences of Pennsylvania men and women who served in the military.<br />
The Museum is at 12 E. State Street, Media and is open Thursday through Sunday, noon to 5p.m. Admission is free.<br />
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<b>Puppet Show at Aston Library</b><br />
Mr. Don from Classroom Adventures will entertain the kids with a puppet show 1p.m., Wednesday (Aug. 6) in the gym at Aston Library, 320 Concord Road.<br />
Mr. Don will use his original, highly interactive, personalized story to teach important life lessons.<br />
The event is part of the county “Fizz Boom Read” programs this summer for children. There is a free program each Wednesday at 1p.m.<br />
Children will also be awarded a prize each week if they read something and record their reading on the program web site at http://tinyurl.com/AstonSRP14. For more information go to www.astonlibrary.org.<br />
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<b>‘Divergent’ celebration planned at Middletown Library</b><br />
To help celebrate the release of “Divergent” on DVD, the Middletown Free Library is inviting all "Tweens and Teens” for a night of “Divergent” activities and fun, 6 p.m., Aug. 12. Pizza will be served; feel free to bring snacks and a pillow and dress in your favorite faction. Registration is required; e-mail Eventkeeper@ www.middletownfreelibrary.orgor call the library at 610-566-7828.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15541669981266824065noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1600095049752680609.post-48636756915353729772014-07-10T22:14:00.001-07:002014-07-10T22:14:45.278-07:00Summer is sizzling with free events!<b>Norwood UM Church to hold VBS</b><br />
The Norwood United Methodist Church will hold their Vacation Bible School 9-11:30 am July 28 to Aug. 1. The theme is looking for treasures on a tropical island.<br />
The VBS is free, but children must be pre-registered by their parents at 610-566-3336.<br />
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<b>Free concert at Rose Tree Park</b></div>
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The Lonnie Shields Band will be appearing in Rose Tree Park
on Saturday, July 20, featuring a set with special guest guitarist Jesse Loewy.
Shields, known as the “Keeper of the Keys in American Blues,” plays his
signature soul, blues, and R&B with inspirational sax, drums, bass, rhythm
and keyboards. Loewy, 16, is a blues guitar sensation backed by a seasoned
adult band comprised of Mitch Hunter, Bob Martin, and Mike Whren. Admission is
free, and the audience should bring lawn chairs and blankets for seating.
Concert time is 7:30 pm, weather permitting. Rose Tree Park is at 1671 N.
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<span style="background-color: white;"> A free Bastille Day celebration for all ages will be open to the public 5:30 pm this Sat. (July 12). Eastern State Penitentiary teams up with experimental cabaret troupe The Bearded Ladies to present the French Revolution in song, dance and beheading at the annual festival.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;">The reenactment of storming the Bastille will include appearances by Napoleon, Joan of Arc, Benjamin Franklin and a life-size French Baguette and feature confetti cannons, stilt walkers, a cardboard horse and a catwalk dividing all Fairmount Ave.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;">Eastern State Penitentiary serves as the Bastille as Marie Antoinette is captures and is dragged to a functioning guillotine, where they ignore her cries of "Let them eat Tastykake!" and more than 2,000 Tastykakes are thrown from the towers.</span></div>
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<b>Free local support available for caregivers</b></div>
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<span style="background: white;">The task of caregiver can be
both rewarding and challenging. FCSP staff understands this and aims to support
caregivers and also provide resources and information. For more information or
to receive answers to any questions about the following presentations or
support groups, contact FCSP Program Manager Debbie Templeton at 484-540-0372
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“Caregiver Guilt” will be held 3p.m., Tuesday (Aug. 5) at the Chester Senior
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Senior Community Services is a non-profit agency based in
Folsom. SCS manages four senior centers that support seniors in southeastern
Delaware County and the agency provides in-home support services for homebound
elderly throughout the county. SCS works
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The clinic will be held 5:45 to 6:45p.m., July 13 on Rink 4. All players are required to wear a hockey helmet. For more information go to www.ridleyhockey.com or contact rihwebmaster@icloud.com.</div>
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<b>No cost for Vacation Bible School at Middletown Presbyterian</b></div>
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Middletown Presbyterian Church invites all children up to sixth grade to Son Treasure Vacation Bible School 9a.m. to noon, July 14 through 18.</div>
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Attendees will explore a Caribbean island with its glittering waters, warm white sands and cool ocean breezes. But, this is no ordinary tropical escape- -- there is treasure to be found. More precious than gold, more lasting than diamonds, it is the greatest treasure of all--- God’s love.</div>
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Children will enjoy songs, creative crafts, games, snacks and Bible stories.</div>
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Middletown Presbyterian Church is at 273 S. Old Middletown Rd., next to Indian Lane Elementary School, and just below the Elwyn intersection of Rte. 352. </div>
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<b>Car show in Media</b></div>
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The Media Business Authority and The Delco Cruisers will present
the 7th Annual Downtown Media Car Show, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Sunday, July 13 (rain
date July 20). More than 200 antique cars will line the streets of downtown.
Car registration happens on the day of the event only and begins at 8 a.m. on
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The Media Business Authority will award 35 trophies this year to
winners in certain categories; including a Mayor's Trophy and other awards
named in honor of various retail shops and restaurants in Media.</div>
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There will be music by two DJ's on Plum Street Mall and Veterans
Square. The streets will be closed to traffic from Monroe to Orange Streets,
Veterans Square from Baker to Front Streets,and on Front Street from Orange to
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<b>Free Legal advice offered by Philadelphia Bar Association July 16</b><br />
The Philadelphia Bar Association will offer free legal advice to residents of Philadelphia and the surrounding counties on Wednesday, July 16, between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. Members of the public can access the service by calling the Association’s LegalLine P.M. hotline at (215) 238-6333.<br />
Area residents seeking confidential legal advice will be able to speak for free with a volunteer attorney from the Philadelphia Bar Association. Attorneys are available to offer information about any aspect of the law including family law, landlord-tenant, workers’ compensation and employment law, among other topics.<br />
LegalLine P.M. is a public service sponsored by the Young Lawyers Division of the Philadelphia Bar Association, providing residents with free, quick and accurate legal advice during convenient evening hours. LegalLine P.M. is offered on the third Wednesday of every month from 5 to 8 p.m. The program has existed for nearly 20 years, allowing volunteer attorneys to help thousands of callers through direct service or by referring them to an appropriate source.<br />
In addition, during regular work hours, the Philadelphia Bar Association offers another program -- the Lawyer Referral and Information Service (LRIS) -- which provides lawyer referrals to area residents. Staff attorneys take calls from the general public and refer callers to attorneys in private practice for a 30-minute consultation, for which the attorney agrees to charge a drastically reduced fee of $35.<br />
If callers do not need an attorney or cannot afford one, they will be directed to a legal service organization, agency or other resource for assistance. LRIS is available Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., by calling (215) 238-6333.Ridley Park Library offers free Zumba classes<br />
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<b>Free Zumba Lesson</b><br />
The Ridley Park Library is offering free Zumba Fitness classes 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wed., August 13. No experience is necessary to come join the fun, and Zumba is appropriate for all levels of fitness. The class will be taught by licensed instructor Megan Walsh, and held in the air-conditioned Borough Hall, 105 E Ward St. in Ridley Park. These event is free but registration is required.<br />
Zumba is an easy and fun dance-based fitness program that incorporates Latin rhythms such as salsa and merengue. Megan Walsh has been shaking it as a Zumba instructor since 2012, and teaches in Folsom and Philadelphia.<br />
Participants should wear comfortable clothing and sneakers, and bring a bottle of water. For further information or to register, call Ridley Park Library at (610) 583-7207.<br />
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<b>The Good News Tour to Perform at Chester Heights Camp Meeting</b><br />
The Good News Tour will perform at Chester Heights Camp Meeting July 13 for the Sunday evening “Concert in the Woods” program at 7p.m. The event is open to the public. Individuals and church groups are welcome to bring a dinner and dine in the picnic grove after 5p.m.<br />
In 2005, shortly after Hurricane Katrina, three men from Delaware were asked to sing for one week at the city park in New Orleans. They left as individuals, but returned as “The Good News Tour.” Craig Banks is a well-known promoter in Gospel music and sings bass. Singing lead is Earl Hoopes, an award winning singer song writer. And singing alto is Fran Voj with a country flavor in the style of Kitty Wells.<br />
Living up to their name, the group travels from Pennsylvania to Florida, stopping in all the states to spread the Good News.<br />
Chester Heights Camp Meeting is at 320 Valley Brook Road, one mile south of U.S. Route 1 (Baltimore Pike) at the Smithbridge Road traffic light.<br />
The Camp Meeting Association is an evangelical religious organization that works with area churches. They were organized in 1872 to spread the Good News and continue to do so today on acres with 150-year-old trees, a children’s playground, Victorian summer cottages. The Chester Heights Camp Meeting is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places and “Save American Treasures.”<br />
For more information, visit the website at www.ch-campmeeting.org.<br />
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<b>VBS at St. Tim’s</b><br />
St. Timothy will hold Vacation July 21 through 24. "Agents of Truth" will be the theme.<br />
There will be four sessions from 6-8:15p.m.; however, participants are asked to report at 5:30p.m. the first night for registration.<br />
VBS is open to all children through fifth grade and promises games, songs. fun and snacks.<br />
The church is at 535 Lamp Post Lane in Aston. Call the church office at 610-94-2444 to pre-register.<br />
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<b>Community Arts Center’s Tie-Dye Music Festival is back by popular demand- and it's free!</b><br />
After a very successful debut last summer, Community Arts Center, 414 Plush Mill Road, Wallingford, PA, is proud to bring back their Tie-Dye Music Festival. The second annual, free, family event, sponsored by Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union, takes place on Saturday, July 19th from 2 – 7 p.m. on the side lawn of the CAC. Providing a full day of concerts featuring Jimmy Shoe & the Shine, Manatawny Creek Ramblers, Herb Mondros, Last Chance and SwUKEstra, tie-dye activities, vendors, raffles, food, and feel good summer vibes; the Tie-Dye Music Festival unites art, music and the com munity.<br />
The all-weather event, held on the side lawn of the Arts Center or inside the Duke Gallery if it rains, is a celebration of the care-free days of summer and the creative and colorful process of tie-dying. Attendees may purchase event t-shirts or onesies for $10 or aprons for $15 and tie-dye them themselves for no additional charge or people may bring up to 2 items of their own to tie-dye for a $5 charge. CAC staff and expert tie-dye artist Bob Deane will be on hand to help participants with the tie-dye process and with achieving the desired design and color of their finished products.<br />
Throughout the day, five local bands, each with their own unique sound, will entertain festival-goers. Music includes reggae and ska from Media’s own, Jimmy Shoe & the Shine, traditional bluegrass by Manatawny Creek Ramblers, carefully selected acoustic covers by Herb Mondros, folk- roots fusion and bluegrass by Last Chance, and the sounds of the Swarthmore Ukulele Orchestra with SwUKEstra.<br />
No music festival would be complete without food so CAC volunteers will sell hot dogs, hamburgers, veggie burgers, water ice, soft pretzels, drinks, and homemade pizza made in the CAC’s newly constructed cob oven. Attendees are also welcome to bring their own food and beverages.<br />
CAC Executive Director, Paul Downie said, “Last year’s Tie-Dye Music Festival was such a big hit, we are once again presenting our summer concerts as a one day, fun-filled, family event combining music with one of our favorite art forms – tie-dye. This bigger event allows us to bring more acts and give people a program that will last the whole afternoon. We’ll also be raffling off some great prizes including a tie-dye party at the CAC, a tie-dyed set of table linens, a gift certificate for Vinyl Revival records, and more. Mark your calendar; you’ll want to stay home from the beach this weekend!” <br />
The Tie-Dye Music Festival is a rain or shine event. Guests are encouraged to bring chairs/blankets if outside. If inside, chairs will be provided. Additional parking provided by Pendle Hill, next door to the CAC, at 338 Plush Mill Rd.<br />
For more information or driving directions, contact Community Arts Center at 610-566-1713, online at www.communityartscenter.org or follow them on Facebook.<br />
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<b>Registration underway for free VBS at Immanuel Lutheran</b><br />
The Son West Rip-Roaring Vacation Bible School. Vacation Bible School will be held at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Norwood, 9 am to 12 noon August 11 – 15. All interested children between 3 years (potty trained) and 5th Grade are invited to participate. Immanuel and St. Stephen’s Episcopal are joint sponsors and church volunteers will provide fun activities, crafts, bible stories, and songs with a “Western Rip-Roaring” theme.<br />
For more information, e-mail Jemorrison28@gmail.com or call 610-506-5387.<br />
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<b>Celebrate Bastille Day in Media </b><br />
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Bastille Day will be celebrated on Media’s State Street,
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Bastille Day transforms downtown Media into a “Village des Artistes”
with Zydeco by the Crawdaddies and music by Lost Northern Tribe. The 2nd
Saturday Ccommunity street party includes outdoor dining, dance lessons, art stations,
Fair Trade Award Ceremony and the annual Storming of the Bastille. The event is
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<b>Free Teddy Bear Checkup program at Norwood Library</b><br />
A Teddy Bear Checkup, sponsored by Taylor Community Foundation, will be held at the Norwood Public Library, 513 Welcome Ave, Norwood 10 am Tues. (August 5) for children and their teddy bears aged 3 to 6. The Teddy Bear Checkup is a program designed to help preschool aged children learn more about a visit to the doctor’s office. Children bring their favorite stuffed animal for a simulated medical examination which demonstrates how doctors and nurses care for patients. Many children see a medical office as an intimidating place, but once their favorite friend gets a checkup, they discover that seeing the doctor is not so bad, after all!<br />
The program will begin with story time, followed by a “clinic visit”. Children bring their stuffed animals to the “clinic” for a routine health checkup, where the TCF team member demonstrates the procedure for an examination. Children get hands-on experience with authentic medical equipment as they practice examining their “lovies” by checking blood pressure and listening to their heart and lungs. “Parents” leave the clinic with their happy bears (or other lovies) in their arms. Each animal receives a sticker and a certificate of good health as they check out. <br />
For more information or to register, call the library at 610 534-0693.<br />
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<b>First Baptist offers free Children’s Fun Nights this summer</b><br />
First Baptist Church at Clifton and Andrews Aves., Collingdale, will offer some very special programs during the month of July. For the fifth year in a row the church will present ‘Children’s Fun Nights’ in parks throughout the borough. These evening events will include Bible stories, songs, crafts, snacks and games in a family-friendly atmosphere. Program will run 6:30-8 pm.<br />
The group will meet on Tues. (July 15) and Thurs. (July 17) at Collingdale Park. Then we will meet on Tues. (July 22) and Thurs. (July 24) at Pusey Avenue Park.<br />
The final ‘Children’s Fun Nights’ will be held at The Point (Chester Pike & Pine St.) on Tues. (July 29) and Thurs. (July 31). Children can register as they arrive at the event while parents and guardians are welcome to stay to observe the activities.<br />
For more information about ‘Children’s Fun Nights’ or to find out Sunday service times, contact the church office at 610-586-3563 or e-mail FBCcollingdale@gmail.com/. <br />
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<b>St. John in Essington to hold Vacation Bible School</b></div>
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Church of St. John the Evangelist, Third and Wanamaker Avenue (Rt.420), Essington will hold a Son Treasure Island Vacation Bible School 5:30-8pm, Sunday, July 27 through Thurs, July 31 with a family celebration on Thursday.</div>
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VBS is open to all children grades: Pre-K through 6th. There is no cost to attend. We ask that the children bring donations of spam or peanut butter to benefit Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry. </div>
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<b>Free tour of Scott Arboretum</b></div>
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Explore the Scott Arboretum's plant collections with Arboretum staff in a free “Highlights of the Arboretum” tour 11:30 am Sat. (July 26). Tour departs from the Scott Arboretum offices and is open to the public. . This tour is designed for gardeners from beginners to experts. In case of inclement weather, the tour will be canceled. For more information, please call the Scott Arboretum offices at 610-328-8025.</div>
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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 Mondaythrough Friday, 8:30 am to noon and 1 to 4:30 pm. For more information, call the Arboretum Offices at 610-328-8025. Visit us at www.scottarboretum.org.</div>
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Woodlyn Baptist Church will hold their annual vacation bible school 6:30 to 8:30 pm. July 14-18 for students inpre-k (4 years old) through 6th grade. </div>
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Local children are invited to a trip to “Agency D3 - Discover, Decide, Defend!” They can come enjoy a week of fun as they examine eyewitness reports, physical proof, and biblical accounts to uncover and defend the truth about who Jesus really is. Snacks will be provided too.</div>
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Woodlyn Baptist Church is at 1125 MacDade Boulevard in Woodlyn.</div>
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<b>Take a Hike</b></div>
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Sierra Club will host a two-mile moderate hike 1:15p.m., Sunday (July 20) at Bonner Park in Thornbury Township. Participants should take Creek Road north to Locksley Rd., turn left on Locksley (west) across Chester Creek to Blossom Hill Rd. on the left. Take Blossom Hill 200 yards to a small parking area on the left for Bonner Park.</div>
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<b> Free events at Schoolhouse Center</b></div>
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Schoolhouse Senior Center at 600 Swarthmore Avenue in Folsom will present Leslie Burrell from Gateway who will present “Understanding Your Meds” 10:15 am Wed. (July 16). Everyone is welcome. She’s also bringing lots of give-aways.</div>
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On Friday, July 18, 9am-noon, an Apprise volunteer will be at Schoolhouse. Those turning 65 who have some concerns about their health options can ask an Apprise Medicare volunteer who will be available that morning to provide one-on-one Medicare counseling and answer questions. People should call the Center (610-237-8100) to make an appointment.</div>
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On Thursday, July 24, at 1:10 pm, everyone is invited to put on their Phillies caps and T-shirts and come on over to the center for hot dogs and soda and watch the Phillies game. </div>
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Will eating Pop Rocks and soda make your stomach explode? Is paper strong enough to support a book? Is it possible to walk on eggs without cracking them?</div>
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Area children ages 11 through 18 are welcome at the Media-Upper Providence Library 6:30p.m., Tuesday (July 15) to find out the answer to these questions and more.</div>
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Area children ages 4 through 8 may want to visit the library 11a.m., Monday (July 14) to hear the Caldecott Award-winning story of The Ox-Cart Man, by Donald Hall and learn not only about how people lived in the past, but about how activities are tied to seasons and how Colonial people depended on natural resources for survival.</div>
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The program will be presented by the Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation.</div>
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Registration is required for both free programs, so call 610-566-1918 or email mecsd@delcolibraries.org to sign up. Visit the library on-line at mediauplibrary.org.</div>
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<b>School May be Out, but Science is In- and the program is FREE!!!</b></div>
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Delaware County students entering second through sixth grades are invited to register and attend GSK Science in the Summer. The free, fun experiment-oriented course is taught by certified teachers to groups of 16 students in two age groups: children entering second and third grades (Level I), and children entering fourth through sixth grades (Level II). Science in the Summer is sponsored by GSK in partnership with The Franklin Institute and local libraries.</div>
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The program will introduce students to the wonders of genetics with interesting investigations that teach about human chromosomes and genes. Students will build a cell, extract DNA from a strawberry, examine their fingerprints, and construct a DNA molecule.</div>
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The program consists of four one-hour sessions that occur over four days. Class times are Level I: 10 to 11a.m. or 1 to 2p.m., and Level II: 11a.m. to noon or 2 to 3p.m. Delaware County also offers two two-hour sessions that occur across two days. The two-day sessions are held from 10a.m. to noon (Level I) and 1 to 3p.m. (Level II).</div>
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Parents must register in person at the library they wish their child to attend. Students are selected to participate through a lottery.</div>
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--Folcroft Public Library, 1725 Delmar Drive, 610-586-1690. Course dates: July 21-24 (morning only, Levels I and II).</div>
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--Helen Kate Furness Free Library, 100 N. Providence Road Wallingford, 610-566-9331. Course dates: July 21-24 (morning only, Levels I and II).</div>
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--Glenolden Library, 211 S. Llanwellyn Ave. 610-583-1010. Course dates: July 28-29 (two-day session, Levels I and II.</div>
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--Middletown Library, 21 N. Pennell Rd., Lima, 610-566-7828. Course dates: July 21-24 (morning and afternoon, Levels I and II).</div>
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--Newtown Library, 201 Bishop Hollow Rd., Newtown Square, 610-353-1022. Course Dates: July 21-24 (afternoon only, Levels I and II).</div>
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--Norwood Library, 513 Welcome Ave., 610-534-0693. Course dates: July 21-24 (afternoon, Levels I and II).</div>
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--Prospect Park Library, 720 Maryland Ave., 610-532-4643. Course dates: July 28-31(morning, Levels I and II).</div>
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--Ridley Park Library, 107 E. Ward Street, Ridley Park, 610-583-7207. Course dates: July 28-31 (morning only, Levels I and II).</div>
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--Ridley Township Library, 100 E. MacDade Blvd., Folsom, 610-583-0593. Course dates: July 14-15 (Two day session, Levels I and II) and July 16-17 (two-day session, Levels I and II).</div>
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--Sharon Hill Library, 246 Sharon Ave., 610-586-3993. Course dates: July 14-17 (morning only, Levels I and II).</div>
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--Springfield Township Library, 70 Powell Road, 610-543-2113. Course dates: July 14-17 (morning and afternoon, Levels I and II).</div>
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--Swarthmore Library, 121 Park Ave., 610-543-0436. Course dates: July 28-31 (morning & afternoon, Levels I and II).</div>
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--Tinicum Library, 620 Seneca St., Essington, 610-521-9344. Course dates: July 28-31 (afternoon only, Levels I and II).</div>
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--Yeadon Library, 809 Longacre Blvd., 610-623-4090. Course dates: July 14-17 (afternoon only, Levels I and II).</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15541669981266824065noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1600095049752680609.post-39614203459887694692014-06-17T10:23:00.003-07:002014-06-17T10:23:36.478-07:00A few more freebies....<b> FREE Fan Fest </b><br />
In celebration of the 2014 National Hockey League (NHL) Draft coming to the Wells Fargo Center on Friday, June 27 and Saturday, June 28, the Philadelphia Flyers, XFINITY Live! Philadelphia and the NHL will host a free Fan Fest during both days of the Draft. Fan Fest at XFINITY Live! Philadelphia will feature hockey-themed and family-friendly activities, food and beverages and exclusive NHL Draft merchandise. Admission to Fan Fest is free and does not require a ticket. Fan Fest hours of operation are Friday from 3-6:30 p.m. and Saturday from 8-2 p.m.<br />
All 30 NHL teams will be represented on the entryway in to the Fan Fest, where fans can take part in numerous hockey activities including a full-size street hockey rink equipped with sticks and balls for pick-up play and skill challenges for hardest shot, accuracy and stick handling. Official Flyers and NHL Draft merchandise will be available for purchase from the Flyers Mobile Store.<br />
Kids can enjoy inflatable activities including an obstacle course, bungee run, bounce house, giant slide, slap shot booth and Twister. A large arcade will allow fans to play games for free and win great prizes. The Marvel Universe Live “Are You Super Hero Enough?” challenge is an interactive experience where participants hone their super hero skills to complete a series of tasks, and is a preview of the Marvel Universe Live show coming to the Wells Fargo Center from July 24-27. Comcast SportsNet will be on-site with giveaways and Tap Snap, an interactive photo booth experience. Adding to the atmosphere will be live entertainment on the XFINITY Live! stage, DJs, face painters and more. Also in attendance will be the Academy of Natural Sciences, the Franklin Institute and the Please Touch Museum, all with interactive stations.<br />
Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, a Philadelphia- area based foundation created to find cures for all kids with cancer, will be on-site at both Fan Fest and the Wells Fargo Center concourse giving away lemonade and collecting donations. The Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation is a proud community partner of the Philadelphia Flyers for the 2014 NHL Draft.<br />
Round One of the Draft begins on Friday, June 27 at 7 p.m. The draft continues with Rounds Two through Seven on Saturday, June 28 beginning at 10 a.m. Wells Fargo Center doors open to ticket holders at 5 p.m. on Friday, June 27 and at 8 a.m. on Saturday, June 28.<br />
Follow the 2014 NHL Draft and Fan Fest in Philadelphia at PhiladelphiaFlyers.com/NHLDraft. Fans can sign up for late ticket release notifications at PhiladelphiaFlyers.com/DraftStandBy.<br />
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<b>FREE Concert down the shore</b><br />
If you're down the shore or in AC, here's a free event you might want to check out! Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City announced that Robby Krieger of legendary classic rock band, The Doors, will play a free concert entitled Robert Krieger’s Jam Kitchen, at the resort’s Eden Lounge at 10: pm on Saturday, June 21. The guitarist of the famed 1960’s rock band, known for hit songs such as “Light my Fire,” “People are Strange,” and “The End,” will make a highly anticipated return to Atlantic City.<br />
Krieger is best known for his extraordinary guitar skills and is number 76 on Rolling Stone's list of the 100 best guitarists of all time. He also wrote many of the band’s most iconic songs. After The Doors disbanded in 1973, he formed The Butts Band before launching a solo album in 1977. He has since formed bands including the Robby Krieger Organization and the Robby Krieger Band in the 90s, along with the re-launched The Doors of the 21st Century, with former bandmate Ray Manzarek, which was later renamed Mazarek-Krieger.<br />
For more information about Eden Lounge programming, please visit http://www.harrahsresort.com/<br />
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<b>Lots of FREE fun at Milmont Fire Company</b><br />
Milmont Fire Company will hold its Annual 4th of July Parade starting at 9 am Sat. (June 28). Parade route will be Michigan Ave. to Milmont Ave., crossing MacDade Blvd. Kids are encouraged to decorate Bikes, strollers, or whatever they would like.<br />
Complimentary refreshments will be available to everyone back at the Firehouse after the parade.<br />
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<b>Career Resource Centers Can Help with Job Search- at no charge</b><br />
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The Delaware County Workforce Investment Board operates two fully staffed Career Resource Centers; one at CareerLink at 701 Crosby Street, Suite B, Chester (610-447-3350), and the other PA CareerLink in the Workforce Entry Center at Delaware County Community College, 901 South Media Line Road, Media (610-723-1220). Both centers help job seekers search for employment.<br />
Both centers have a dedicated area for individuals who want to work independently on researching career goals, networking or finding and applying for employment.<br />
Resources available include PC workstations with Internet access; printers; copiers; fax machines; a career resources library; labor market information; Civil Service information; recruitment notices; and veterans’ services information.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15541669981266824065noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1600095049752680609.post-57894305234917511072014-06-10T21:26:00.002-07:002014-06-14T16:02:50.795-07:00Looking to save some bucks this summer? Here are some FREE events to help!<b>‘The Wawa Way’ at Middletown Library</b><br />
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The History of Wawa and the writing of The Wawa Way will be the topic 1p.m., Thursday (June 19) at Middletown Library, 21 N. Pennell Road.<br />
A new book, The Wawa Way: How a Funny Name and Six Core Values Revolutionized Convenience, was recently written by Howard Stoeckel, a Wawa executive.<br />
The presentation by Thayer Schroeder will give the audience an in-depth look at a company that started as a Wawa Food Market in 1964 as an outlet for Wawa dairy products. For the past 50 years, the convenience store has grown into a well-known company that competes against the biggest industry players in the world in three areas: fuel, convenience, and food, all while maintaining their personal approach and small business mentality.<br />
FREE Wawa products will be served at the event, so registration is required; call 610-566-7828 or email mireference@delcolibraries.org to register.<br />
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<b>Blackthorn to rock Prospect Park in FREE concert</b><br />
Blackthorn will perform 7 pm Thurs. (June 19) in Park Square, Tenth and Lafayette Aves., Prospect Park, as part of the borough’s summer concert series. The performance by the Irish rock band is free and open to local residents.<br />
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<b>FREE Caribbean fun!</b><br />
The Caribbean’s Island Culture breezes through Martins Run this month. Sway to the rhythm of lively steel drums. Inhale the aroma of fresh ginger and take a bite of deep fried cassava. Martins Run brings the Caribbean to its senior living community campus this month, celebrating breezy island culture with attendees by introducing its savory cuisine and colorful culture. Jamaica, Barbados, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and many other regions of the Caribbean will be showcased.<br />
The public is welcome to attend the event, titled “A Caribbean Morning” that Martins Run will host on Thursday, June 19 at 10 a.m. This unique multicultural jamboree will feature island native Sheila Mitchell, who will enlighten attendees with stories about the Caribbean’s traditional rhythm & dance, art, and other influences. Musician Bronson Tennis will sing and play guitar in a variety of Caribbean styles including salsa, reggae, and calypso. A complimentary lunch of traditional Caribbean fare and island-inspired desserts will be served. Seating is limited. Please RSVP at 610-353-7660 x227.<br />
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<b>Lots of FREE fun on tap in Marcus Hook Saturday</b><br />
Marcus Hook Borough will host its sixth annual FREE Family Day noon to 3p.m. Saturday (June 14) at Mickey Vernon Park.<br />
Sponsored by state Rep. Thaddeus Kirkland, D-159, of Chester, the event will have free food, drinks and multiple activities. (For more information on family day, call 610-485-8288.)<br />
The borough will hold its fishing derby a day later on Fathers’ Day (June 15) at the Marcus Hook Pier. The event is open to all ages.<br />
The fishing derby attracted over 90 anglers last year. This year, the first-place winner will receive a trophy, and there will be lots of door prizes for kids.<br />
“If you have little ones or grandchildren please bring them down here, because there’s a good chance they’re going to walk away with a door prize,” said Council Member Joe Flynn.<br />
Signups begin at 10a.m., and fishing will go from 11a.m. to 2p.m. All rules and regulations of the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission apply. Prizes will be awarded shortly after fishing wraps up at 2:15. The recreation board will also be serving food.<br />
(For more information on the fishing derby, call Joe Flynn at 610-283-1902.)<br />
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<b>Youth Choir in Free Concert at Christ UMC</b><br />
Christ United Methodist Church will host the Youth Choir of West Chester United Methodist Church 7p.m., Monday (June 23).<br />
The program is entitled “In Concert! Come, Follow Me.” The Youth choir, with 42 members, will sing a variety of music from their classical repertoire to spirituals. The program will follow a choral concert format with several of the students sharing how music has impacted their faith.<br />
Everyone is welcome.<br />
Christ United Methodist Church is at 600 East Dutton’s Mill Road, Brookhaven. For more information, go to www.christumcbrookhaven.com or call 610-874-1270.<br />
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<b>Hooters to perform FREE concert Saturday!</b><br />
Philadelphia's own The Hooters will rock a blend of ska, reggae, and folk music during a free concert as part of the Xfinity Live! Summer Concert series on the outdoor Live! stage on Saturday, June 14 at 9 p.m.<br />
Dynamic cover band SideArm is set to open the Live! stage at 7 p.m. before The Hooters take the stage at 9 p.m.<br />
Bursting onto the Philadelphia music scene in 1980, this bar band playing punk-influenced reggae and ska cover band, quickly became a huge success. The Hooters were named “Best New Band of the Year” in 1985 by Rolling Stone Magazine and most recently celebrated their 33rd Anniversary Tour.<br />
SideArm’s wide-ranging playlist includes everything from Elvis to Led Zeppelin, Dave Matthews to Lady Gaga, and Metallica to Prince. Renowned for covering rock, pop, dance, funk, and R&B from the 50's until now, SideArm is known to enjoy mixing it up at shows, taking requests and establishing a more personable as well as interactive bond with their crowds.<br />
For all of the latest announcements and information for the 2014 Summer Concert Series schedule, visit our website at XfinityLive.com and join the conversation on twitter by using the #XLSummerConcert hashtag.<br />
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<br />
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<b>Have fine jewelry appraised- for free- at Friendship Circle</b><br />
Friendship Circle Senior Center will welcome IGC Metals to Friendship Circle Senior Center. IGC specializes in precious metals and will offer both appraisals for fine jewelry and precious metals as well as a watch and jewelry repair clinic 9 a.m. to 3 p.m We. (July 9) at Friendship Circle Senior Center, 1515 Lansdowne Ave., Darby. The center is on the campus of Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital in St. Bernard’s Hall.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span><br />
<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>To register for this free event, stop in at the center in person or contact Program Manager Donna Schumacher at: 484-534-2033 or dschumacher@scs-delco.org.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span><br />
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<b>Register kids for FREE Vacation Bible School</b><br />
The Son West Rip-Roaring Vacation Bible School. Vacation Bible School will be held at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Norwood, 9 am to 12 noon August 11 – 15. All interested children between 3 years (potty trained) and 5th Grade are invited to participate. Immanuel and St. Stephen’s Episcopal are joint sponsors and church volunteers will provide fun activities, crafts, bible stories, and songs with a “Western Rip-Roaring” theme.<br />
For more information, e-mail Jemorrison28@gmail.com or call 610-506-5387.<br />
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<b>Free Workshop for Job-Seeking Women: 'The Interview and Beyond'</b><br />
Wings for Success, which provides work-appropriate attire and advice to women in need who are seeking employment, is sponsoring a free workshop on Thursday, June 26, at Chester County Library in Exton from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. “The Interview and Beyond: The Complete Package” is open to the public. Check-in begins at 5 p.m. and refreshments will be served.<br />
“The goal of the workshop is to help women learn to project confidence, look the part, ace the interview and succeed on the job,” said Wings for Success Executive Director LeeAnn Riloff. “Workshops like this one are an important part of our ongoing mission to assist women in need by providing the clothing and counsel that helps them shine in the workplace. But you don’t need to be a Wings client to attend.”<br />
Since its founding in 1997, the Chester County non-profit has helped more than 8,000 women seeking to move forward from challenging circumstances such as homelessness, domestic abuse, and recovery from addiction. Personal stylists work with clients to select up to two weeks’ worth of flattering work-appropriate outfits, shoes and accessories valued at approximately $500. Beyond wardrobe assistance, Wings for Success also offers workshops to help women gain the confidence to look, feel and do their best.<br />
To register for the June 26 workshop, complete the online form, or call the library at (610) 280-2624.<br />
Wing for Success helps women in need to progress on the road to economic self-sufficiency by outfitting and equipping them for the workplace. Visit www.wingsforsuccess.org or call 610-644-6323 to learn more about supporting or benefitting from Wings for Success.<br />
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<b>FREE Tour of Scott Arboretum</b><br />
Explore the Scott Arboretum's plant collections with Arboretum staff 11:30 am Sat. (June 21). This free tour is designed for gardeners from beginners to experts. 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.<br />
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 am to noon and 1 to 4:30 pm. For more information, call the Arboretum Offices at 610-328-8025. Visit us at www.scottarboretum.org.<br />
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<b>Board game night at Folcroft Library</b><br />
Children, in 6th grade or older, are invited to attend a FREE Board Game Night at the Folcroft Public Library 6:30 pm Thurs. (June 12).<br />
To attend, sign up in person or by calling 610-586-1690.<br />
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<b>Read to the Pets at Ridley Park Library</b><br />
Kids invited to read to pets this summer. The Ridley Park Library, 107 East Ward Street, Ridley Park, invites children grades one to five into the library this summer to read books to the Pals for Life pets.<br />
<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Pals for Life is a nonprofit organization that provides opportunities for reluctant readers to practice reading to animals. The program will be held on Thursdays, June 26 to July 24, from 11 a.m. to 12 noon in the children’s library. The event is free, but registration is required. To register, please call the library at (610) 583-7207. <br />
<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>“We’re very excited that Pals for Life is coming to the library this summer,” said library director Mary Alice Walsh. “Reading to pets is a great opportunity to practice and maintain reading skills over summer vacation. And we’re sure the children will love all the pets! ”<br />
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<b>FREE Book Festival in Philly </b><br />
<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>The Philly Book Festival is here for a celebration of books, authors, and publishers. The Good L.U.C.K. Foundation - Author’s Express program sponsors of the festival hopes readers attending will come out to support authors and publishers who write to encourage readers to broaden their horizons in the literary world. This year’s Philly Book Festival will be held at The Enterprise Center, 4548 Market Street Philadelphia from 12pm-6pm. This event is FREE and open to all. Readers can get more information on: https://phillybookfestival.eventbrite.com.<br />
At the festival authors and other literary participants will have the opportunity to present their latest releases and participate in discussions with their fans, as well as present special signed copies. There will be non-stop readings on stage and podcasting. There will be workshops, children's activities by Chris and Lou sang along authors and storytellers and more.<br />
The Philly Book Festival Guest Speaker is Saideh Browne is the host and executive producer of the Sai Browne Morning Show. Her firm, Sai Browne Media, manages several niche blogs as well as brand development and activation strategies for authors, keynote speakers and nonprofit organizations. In addition to her continuous efforts of empowering others she is a seven-time published author who successfully integrates the hits and misses in her own life with that of her expansive audience.<br />
Join us as Saideh discusses and signs copies of her book "Life Remixed: Understanding the Journey of Success." Life Remixed answers the question, "What happened?" and provides solutions to help you reset your life in a meaningful and profound way. Saideh Browne, in her 7th book, conveys a message of hope for those who have done the right things and have played by the rules but have ultimately been victimized by our institutions' betrayal of public trust.<br />
There will be authors who will read and discuss topics from business, love, self- esteem, empowerment and more. The authors attending are: Franne McNeal - "Significant! From Frustrated to Franne – tastic”, Samara O’Shea – “Love Me.. Not: How to Survive (and Thrive!) in the Face of Unrequited Love”, Delilah Lawrence – “ Gotta Let It Go!”,<br />
Dr. Karen Sloan Brown – “A Reflections: What a Difference A Day Makes , What About 100 Years” and “Searching for Everland” ,Tia Johnson “To Be Goddess: Every Women Is A Goddess Discover the Domains in Which You Reign Supreme”, Crystal Xperience Judkins – “ Tomorrow’s Seduction: Kiss Of Death”, E. Marie Sanders – “ Blindsided”, “To K(no)w Avail” and “Consequences and Repercussions”, Leonard Anderson, Jr - “ I’ll Never Let You Go” – the series, Sherry Shoemaker – “Courage to Climb”, Kimberly Roberts - “Joy Ride! The Stars and Stories of Philly’s Famous Uptown Theater” and a few others.<br />
The Good L.U.C.K. Foundation – Authors Express Program mission is to connect 1000 Reader’s to 1000 Author’s! And Providing Authors Resources and Services in order to Become a Best Selling Authors. “The Good L.U.C.K. Foundation believes it will achieve this mission if readers will come out in meet these writers who not only enjoy sharing their knowledge, stories and expereince but also encourage othesr to do the same states”, Interim Executive Director Kym Oglesby. “We challenge everyone this year to meet someone new via reading books”. It sponsors such as Raveena Media Group and QuintEssential Magazine for Women who has work hard to make this event FREE to the public.<br />
The Philly Book Festival is FREE and open to the public. Guests can find more information at: https://phillybookfestival.eventbrite.com. For more info, contact Linda Goldman at Email: authorsexpress@gmail.com Ph: (267) 630-2949.<br />
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<b>Bible School sign ups at St.John Lutheran</b><br />
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John Evangelical Lutheran Church, 25 E. Scenic Road in Springfield, will run
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Monday, July 14 through Friday, July 18.
There will be a barbecue at the church on July 28.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Call <a href="tel:610-543-3100" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;">610-543-3100</span></a> or visit <a href="http://www.stjohnspringfieldpa.org/" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;">www.stjohnspringfieldpa.org</span></a>.<br />
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<b>Celebrate America's Birthday with lots of FREE events on Independence Mall</b><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> To celebrate <b>Independence Week (<span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315521" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">June 28 – July 6, 2014</span></span>), the National Constitution Center,Independence National Historical Park, Independence Visitor Center, and Historic Philadelphia, Inc.</b> have joined together to present more than a dozen patriotic programs and events—plus, the largest assembly of Colonials on Independence Mall since the 18th century! From a Revolutionary War encampment in front of the Constitution Center to cannon demonstrations and military drills to moving readings of the Declaration of Independence and guest appearances by George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Ben Franklin, this <b>All-American Celebration on Independence Mall</b> offers both Philadelphians and tourists of all ages plenty of “authentic” ways to celebrate America’s birthday in <u>the birthplace of independence</u>. Events of the more savory variety include the presentation of a giant American flag made entirely of Termini Brothers Bakery cupcakes! For a complete list of programs and events taking place in Historic Philadelphia and Independence National Historical Park during Independence Week and beyond, visit</span><a href="http://www.historicphillysummer.com/" style="color: #1155cc; font-size: 12.666666984558105px; line-height: 19.19999885559082px;" target="_blank"><b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">historicphillysummer.com</span></b></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"><u></u> </span><b style="font-size: 12.666666984558105px;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">Key programming highlights:</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"><u></u> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">For the second straight year, the Constitution Center (525 Arch Street) will participate in</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><b style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">Wawa Hoagie Day</b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">on</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><b style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315522" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Wednesday, July 2</span></span></b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">. Admission to the museum is</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><b style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">FREE</b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">on</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315523" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">July 2</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">courtesy of Wawa and activities include a special exhibition about the company’s history and program on the history of the hoagie (free admission also includes access to the museum’s current feature exhibition,</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><i style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">Slavery at Jefferson’s Monticello</i><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">). Five tons of hoagies will be assembled at the museum in the early morning hours and served free to thousands of people outside the Independence Visitor Center on Independence Mall at</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315524" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">12 p.m.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"><u></u> <u> </u></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">The Constitution Center also has curated a series of free scholarly chats and walking tours to take place on</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315525" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">July 2</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">, both at the museum and at various locations throughout Historic Philadelphia. Between</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315526" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">10 a.m. – 3 p.m.</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">, historians and scholars will give talks on subjects</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">including “Women in Revolutionary America,” “Thomas Jefferson in Philadelphia,” and “Race and the Civil War” and “The ’60s and Civil Rights.” The intention of these talks is to provide visitors with an expanded understanding of Independence Day—one that sees the holiday as both a celebration and an acknowledgment of America’s ongoing struggle to achieve the ideals expressed in the nation’s founding documents.<u></u><u></u></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"><u></u> <u> </u></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">Continental Army Regiments will set up camp in front of the Constitution Center, complete with soldiers, camp followers, medical facilities, and blacksmiths. Visitors can learn basic military techniques or try their hand as an apprentice in the blacksmith shop. Guests also will have the opportunity to learn a variety of colonial-era tasks including butter churning and candle and paper making during hands-on demonstrations (</span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315527" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">July 2 – 4</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">). Additional daily programs at the museum include interactive shows on the history of the Star Spangled Banner, flag etiquette workshops, Colonial games, musical performances, and patriotic craft activities. Museum visitors also can view a rare 1823 Stone copy of the Declaration of Independence in the main exhibition gallery and a special temporary exhibition on the history of the American flag presented in partnership with the Philadelphia Flag Day Association.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"><u></u> </span><b style="font-size: 12.666666984558105px;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">NOTE:</span></b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> The Constitution Center will have extended hours on<b><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315528" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Wednesday, July 2</span></span>, and <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315529" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Thursday, July 3</span></span>, until <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315530" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">8 p.m.</span></span></b> The museum will be open on <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315531" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">July 1 and 4</span></span> from <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315532" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.</span></span>, <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315533" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">July 5 from 9:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.</span></span> and <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315534" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">July 6 from 12 – 5 p.m.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"><u></u> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">America’s most treasured symbols of freedom. Want to blend in with the Colonials on Independence Mall? The brand new Colonial for a Day Costume Rentals program gives kids the opportunity to dress in dresses and colorful sashes for girls or shirts and haversacks for boys.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"><u></u> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">Special events at Betsy Ross House include daily 13-star flag raisings with Betsy Ross at</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315535" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">10 a.m.</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">A family favorite—Betsy’s Independence Day Bash—will take place on</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315536" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Friday, July 4 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">and features a naturalization ceremony for 13 children followed by a bell-tapping ceremony along with crafts for children. At Franklin Square (6th and Race Streets), enjoy three days of family fun and activities (</span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315537" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">July 4 – 6</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">), including carnival games and the Square’s signature activities—the carousel and mini-golf where visitors can putt through the crack in the Liberty Bell.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"><u></u> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">Head to Independence Mall outside the Independence Visitor Center for Colonial crafting and gaming (</span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315538" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">July 3 – 5</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">;</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315539" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">10 a.m. – 4 p.m.</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">); Continental Army cannon drills</span><span style="color: red; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">(</span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315540" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">July 3 – 5</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">;</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315541" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">10:30 a.m. and 4 p.m.</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">); and talks with a Revolutionary War-era solider (</span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315542" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">July 3 and 5</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">;</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315543" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">11 a.m. – 1 p.m.</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">). On</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315544" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">July 4 at 1 p.m.</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">, the Visitor Center hosts Betsy Ross and Termini Brothers Bakery for a presentation of a giant (and delicious) American flag made entirely of cupcakes!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"><u></u> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">Other events taking place daily during Independence Week offered by Historic Philadelphia, Inc. and Independence National Historical Park include a military muster and drill practice at</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315545" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">2 p.m. and 3 p.m.</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">at Signers’ Garden (5th and Chestnut); and readings of the Declaration of Independence behind Independence Hall at</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315546" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">3:45 p.m.</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">by a Once Upon a Nation History Makers.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"><u></u> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">Of course, no visit to Independence National Historical Park would be complete without visiting (and lots of pictures) of two ultimate representations of freedom—Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. Both</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell Center will have extra extended hours</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">until</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315547" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">8 p.m.</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">on</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315548" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">July 2 – July 5</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">. </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">On</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315549" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">July 8</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">, National Park Rangers will commemorate the 238th anniversary of the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence at</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730315550" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">11:50 a.m.</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 22px;">Costumed rangers will mingle with the crowds and distribute free copies of the Declaration.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;"><u>Rose Tree Summer Festival – Free and Fabulous at
Forty!</u><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<o:p><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></o:p><span style="font-size: large; line-height: 150%; text-indent: 0.5in;">Free concerts in
Rose Tree Park’s scenic outdoor amphitheater first began in 1975 as part of a
two-year Bicentennial Celebration, and four decades later, The Summer Festival
concert series remains a popular local tradition.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">“Delaware County
Council is proud to present this free musical program for our community each
year,” said Council Chairman Tom McGarrigle. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">“The Summer
Festival provides a perfect place for families, friends and neighbors to get
together in a pleasant setting, and it’s a great venue for the local
entertainers to share their talents.” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The 2014 concert
series kicks off with the Rose Tree Pops orchestra on the evening June 18, and
runs for nine weeks to August 17. There will be forty-four live performances,
all admission-free, providing area residents many opportunities to take in top-notch
entertainment of all kinds, from classical to Cajun, Motown to Broadway, doo
wop to rock and pop, and everything in between. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The festival runs
five nights a week, on Wednesday through Sunday evenings. Show time is 7:30
p.m., except for two 10:00 a.m. children’s concerts: Peter Moses (July 3) and
Steve Pullara & His Cool Beans Band (July 16).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">There are also two
evening concerts for children, featuring The Plants (August 3) and Makin’ Music
Rockin’ Rhythms (August 13).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Parks and
Recreation Director Marc Manfre said that this year, “The festival has the
honor and privilege of presenting two military bands traveling from our
nation’s capital.” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The Jazz
Ambassadors – America’s Big Band will appear on July 31, and the U.S. Army
Field Band & Soldiers’ Chorus on Aug. 7.
The Lions Club of Springfield will be collecting donations of used
eyeglasses at the latter.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">“The military
bands are always a huge hit,” said Manfre. “Their performances are riveting and
flawless.” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Many of the perennial crowd-pleasers are
expected to draw large crowds again this season. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">“We already know a
lot of people are planning to come out for Jimmy & The Parrots (June 20), Chico’s
Vibe (June 22), The Billy Joel Tribute (June 28), Brandywine Ballet (July 25) Blackthorn
(Aug. 14) and several others,” Manfre said.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Based
on the past popularity of rock tribute bands, one highly anticipated new group
to watch for is Seven Bridges Road: The Ultimate Eagles Experience (June 26).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">“We’re also presenting
several local acts for the first time at the park,” Manfre said, referring to Mind’s Eye View (June 25), Wojamm &
Shiron Denise (July 11) and Cool Confusion (August 15).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> As
opposed to making a Rose Tree debut, the Bryn Mawr Mainliners hold the record
for the most Summer Festival performances by any particular group. The Mainliners are an award-winning chapter
of the Barbershop Harmony Society and will make their 36th festival appearance
on July 23. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">According to
Summer Festival fan mail, many audience members are anxiously awaiting the
return of the Sensational Soul Cruisers (June 27), the British Invasion Tribute
(Aug. 1), Real Diamond (July 26), Beautiful Day: U2 Tribute (Aug. 9) and the
First Ladies of Rock & Soul (Aug. 16).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Two up-and-coming acts
are the youngest artists on the schedule: teen sensations Jesse Loewy and
Payton Taylor. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Loewy is a
sixteen-year-old blues guitarist who will be playing a set on July 20 in
conjunction with The Lonnie Shields Band.
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Country singer/songwriter Payton Taylor
(July 24) has a high-energy show and opens for major artists at
festivals all over the country. She’s a South
Jersey native
who now resides in Nashville and is returning to Rose Tree as part of her
summer tour.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Many home-grown
favorites are also back by popular demand, including Bandstand legend Charlie
Gracie (June 29), The Original Orlons (July 6), Upper Darby Summer Stage
Shooting Stars (July 19), The Rockdale Boys (Aug. 10), and Hot Club of
Philadelphia (July 9).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The final
performance of the series will take place on Aug. 17 with the Charlie Phillips
Band playing the music of Eric Clapton.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Light refreshments
are available for purchase at the park during the Summer Festival. No alcohol
or pets are permitted.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Rose Tree Park
will be open to the public on the Fourth of July holiday; there will be no
concert that evening. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Delaware County
Council presents the Festival with support from PECO, many local businesses,
and private donations. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b> </b><b style="line-height: 115%;"> FOR INFORMATION</b><span style="line-height: 115%;">: The
Delaware County Summer Festival concert series runs June 18 to Aug. 17 at 7:30
p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays (unless otherwise noted) at the outdoor
amphitheater in Rose Tree Park, 1671 N. Providence Road, Upper Providence, PA
19063. A full schedule is posted on the county’s website at </span><a href="http://www.co.delaware.pa.us/summer" style="line-height: 115%;">www.co.delaware.pa.us/summer</a><span style="line-height: 115%;">.
Schedules are also available in Rose Tree Park, the Media Courthouse, and in
the Delaware County libraries (in mid-June). For more information contact the
Department of Parks and Recreation at (610) 891-4455.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Tinicum Township Historical Society is having its annual
FLEA MARKET & ANTIQUE CAR SHOW on June 14<sup>th</sup> at <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Governor</st1:placename> <st1:placename w:st="on">Printz</st1:placename>
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in Essington. 9 am to 3 pm. It’s a home-coming day for the town!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">In addition the Friends of the Lazaretto are hosting a
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<span style="font-size: large;">There will be music, food entertainment, displays by the Tinicum
Fire Company and historical displays, featuring the Swedish American History
Museum. There will be guided tours of
the Lazaretto grounds, leaving from the Park.
The “<st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Fireworks</st1:placename>
<st1:placename w:st="on">Dance</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">Center</st1:placetype></st1:place>”
will be entertaining and encouraging audience participation. There are games and prizes for the kids and
face painting. The pirate band, Sea Dogs will end the day with a performance.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Car show entrants show up between 9 and 11. $15 fee.
Proceeds from the Car Show go to Leukemia Lymphoma Society. For Flea space call (610) 521-9002. For more information go to <span style="letter-spacing: 1.5pt;">tthsdelco.org</span></span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><u>Sen. Williams’ Annual ‘Summer of Peace’ to Kick Off </u><u></u></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b> </b> State Sen. Anthony Hardy Williams’ campaign to reduce crime and educate children about alternatives to violence returns later this month when “Summer of Peace 2014” opens with a block party at 55<sup>th</sup> Street and Chester Avenue in Philadelphia.<u></u><u></u></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">The free block party, in partnership with Mont Brown, will include live performances, arts/culture, and resource tables. It will also feature a pool party to open the Myers Recreation Center.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">“My work to engage the community and drive the understanding that we are all neighbors and friends comes at a good time because violent crime is not yet going away in Philadelphia,” Sen. Williams said of his fourth annual program. “More people need to hear and learn about the messages delivered by the ‘Summer of Peace’ because it is in our collective best interest to do so.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">“When we work together, we accomplish great things. Our energies combine and neighborhoods transform; our children do better in school and they make our neighborhoods better places to live, work and play,” he said. “’Summer of Peace’ is our commitment to reducing violence among youth and throughout our communities.”</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">According to the Philadelphia Police Department’s</span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"> </span><a href="http://www.phlcrimemapper.com/" style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">crime mapper</span></a><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">, serious, Part I crimes over the past two months in the 8</span><sup style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">th</sup><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Senatorial District have exceeded or are outpacing the number of homicides, rapes, robberies and thefts from October 2013 to</span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_800281781" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">April 1</span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><u></u> </span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">But progress was made last year because of “Summer of Peace” activities.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><u></u> </span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">During the senator’s “Summer of Peace” campaign last year (</span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_800281782" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">April 3</span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">–</span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_800281783" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Sept. 30</span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">), police reported fewer serious crimes in the district.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">"Teaching messages of calm, cooperation and education help us to look at certain situations with less anger and reaction,” Sen. Williams said. “Cooler heads better remember the peaceful solutions available to them, and that is very important during the very hot and humid Philly summers.”</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Sen. Anthony Hardy Williams’ “Summer of Peace 2014” campaign will emphasize “The Power of Peace.”</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><u></u> </span></span><b style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_800281784" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">June 21</span></span></span></b><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: large;"> – <b>Kickoff</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_800281785" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">10 a.m.</span></span> – Basketball games at Myers Recreation Center, 58<sup>th</sup> & Kingsessing<u></u><u></u></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_800281786" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Noon – 3 p.m.</span></span> – Pool party at Myers Rec.<u></u><u></u></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_800281787" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">1 p.m. – 8 p.m.</span></span> – 55<sup>th </sup>Street & Chester Avenue – Block party in partnership with Mont Brown and Pace-O-Beats.<u></u><u></u></span></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><u></u> </span></span></b><b><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_800281788" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">July 12</span></span></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_800281789" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">10 a.m. – 3 p.m.</span></span> – In partnership with Philadelphia City Councilman Kenyatta Johnson, state Rep. Jordan Harris and Unity in the Community at Smith Playground, 25<sup>th</sup> & Jackson streets.<u></u><u></u></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_800281790" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">July 19</span></span></span></b><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><u></u><u></u></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_800281791" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">10 a.m. – 3 p.m.</span></span> – In partnership with state Rep. Margo Davidson and Yeadon Friends & Neighbors, Nile Swim Club, 513 S. Union Ave., Yeadon.<u></u><u></u></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_800281792" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">10 a.m. – 2 p.m.</span></span> – Pool party</span></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_800281793" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Aug. 16</span></span></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_800281794" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">10 a.m. – 3 p.m.</span></span> – In partnership with Beautification Project Cobbs Creek Parkway, between Catharine and Christian streets<u></u><u></u></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><u></u> </span></span><b style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_800281795" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Sept. 6</span></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_800281796" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">10 a.m. – 3 p.m.</span></span> – Old-School Games, Clark Park, 43<sup>rd</sup> Street and Chester Avenue.<u></u><u></u></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><u></u> </span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Sen. Williams noted the cooperation of local and state officials in making these events happen, as well as highly involved community partners: Wawa, Keystone First, Herr’s, The Fresh Grocer, Ben & Jerry’s, and Brown’s Shop-Rite,</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"> without whose generosity these events could not be offered free-of-charge to district residents and neighbors<span style="color: black;">.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><u></u> </span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">“Summer of Peace 2013” reached between 600 and 1,000 children at each location.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><u></u> </span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">People who have questions about this year’s effort may email Sen. Williams’ staff members Don Cave (</span><a href="mailto:dcave@pasenate.com" style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">dcave@pasenate.com</span></a><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">) or Desaree Jones (</span><a href="mailto:djones@pasenate.com" style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">djones@pasenate.com</span></a><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">). Calls can also be made to the senator’s office at</span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"> </span><a href="tel:215-492-2980" style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;" target="_blank" value="+12154922980">215-492-2980</a><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><u></u> <u> </u></span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: large;">More information about “Summer of Peace 2014” can also be found on Sen. Williams’ website.</span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15541669981266824065noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1600095049752680609.post-44223418753267848732014-06-04T13:22:00.001-07:002014-06-04T13:22:11.276-07:00Did someone say freeeeeee???<b> Registration underway for Olivet Presbyterian VBS (and it's free!)</b><br />
Olivet Presbyterian Church, 1001 Washington Ave., Prospect Park, will hold a Vacation Bible School 6:15-8:30 pm Mon. (June 23) to Thurs. (June 26) for children 4 years old to sixth grade. The closing program will be 7 pm Fri., June 27. The theme will be “Jungle Safari.”<br />
Activities will include songs, games, crafts, help with a mission project and snacks. There is no cost, but a free will offering will be accepted each night, with Wednesday’s donation donated to the community garden, the Backpack program and Loaves and Fishes.<br />
To register children, call 610-534-2270.<br />
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<b>Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital to Host Free Stroke Support Education Night</b><br />
Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital (MFH) will host a free Stroke Support Education Night on Tuesday, June 10 beginning at 5:30 p.m. Stroke survivors, their caregivers, family members and the community are invited and encouraged to attend. Topics will include diet; nutrition; medications; physical, occupational and speech therapy, as well as an Ask the Doc session.<br />
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States and is a major cause of adult disability. About 800,000 people in the United States have a stroke each year. On average, one American dies from a stroke every four minutes.<br />
Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital is a recipient of the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award. The award recognizes Mercy Fitzgerald’s commitment and success in implementing excellent care for stroke patients, according to evidence-based guidelines. The hospital has also earned the Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval™ for advanced recertification as a Primary Stroke Center.<br />
The Stroke Support Education Night will be held at Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital, in Room A located on the Lobby floor of the Medical Science Building<br />
To register for free or to learn more about Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital’s stroke program, please call 1.877.GO MERCY (1.877.466.3729).Wallingford Presbyterian Offers Two Unique Free Programs<br />
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<b>Board game night at Folcroft Library</b><br />
Children, in 6th grade or older, are invited to attend a Board Game Night at the Folcroft Public Library 6:30 pm Thurs. (June 12).<br />
To attend, sign up in person or by calling 610-586-1690.<br />
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<b>Two free events planned at Wallingford Presbyterian</b><br />
Wallingford Presbyterian Church has planned two special events.<br />
On Sunday, June 8 from 4 to 5:30p.m., Buthaina Neveln will give a talk, “Christ, May God's peace and blessing be upon him, in Islam,” in the Reception Room of Wallingford Presbyterian Church, 110 E Brookhaven Rd.<br />
Neveln will talk about the beliefs of the Muslim faith, contrast them with what we read about Fundamentalist Islam, and then talk about how Muslims view Jesus.<br />
Neveln was born in Kut in southern Iraq. She graduated from the University of Baghdad with a bachelor’s degree in English Literature and worked as a journalist and newscaster in the English program of one of the Iraqi TV channels. After the US- led aggression in 2003, she left Iraq for Jordon and married there in 2004 to an American professor and peace activist. They moved to the U.S. in 2004.<br />
Refreshments will be served and there will be time for personal conversation with Neveln.<br />
Then, on Tuesday, June 10 at noon, the Wallingford Presbyterian will continue its Prime Time brown bag luncheon series.<br />
The topic will be “American Truths and Legends,” by Kim Jovinelli, a Museum and Library Technician with the Delaware County Historical Society. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Archaeology, with a minor in history, from Millersville University, and a Masters in Communication with a concentration on collections from the University of the Arts.<br />
Her talk will provide the unknown history behind the symbolism and legends of the U.S. For instance, we were all taught that Columbus sailed to the U.S. in an effort to prove that the world was not flat. Not true according to Kim, who invites the community to come on June 10 and find out the answer.<br />
The presentation is free and open to the public. Attendees should bring a lunch; beverages and dessert will be provided. For more information, call Walt Kaminski at 610-334-2025.<br />
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<b>Free lecture on WWI</b><br />
In honor of the 100th anniversary of WWI, the Marple Public Library will host a two-part lecture exploring the factors that led to the first global conflict. Historian Roger Arthur will present "The Cause of the Great War" on Wednesday, June 11 and Wednesday, June 18 starting at 7 p.m. Register by calling the library at 610-356-1510. The library is at 2599 Sproul Road, Broomall. For more information, visit www.marplelibrary.org.<br />
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<b>FREE night at the movies</b><br />
Peace Center of Delaware County First-Friday Free Large Screen Film Series, 1001 Old Sproul Road, Springfield, will screen the 2012 film “The Gatekeepers” on Friday, June 6 at 7p.m. The 95 minute film has a PG-13 rating. This 2013 Oscar 'Best documentary feature' nominee was shot in Israel, France, Belgium and Germany. It is in Hebrew with English subtitles.<br />
Charged with overseeing Israel's war on terror — both Palestinian and Jewish — the head of the Shin Bet, Israel's secret service, has been at the helm of every decision of state, from the June 1967 Six-Day War to the present.<br />
For the very first time, six former heads of the secret agency reflect openly on their actions and the historic background of their decisions.<br />
Through these in-depth interviews, archival footage, and computer animation, the film is a serious reconsideration of Israel's hard-line positions and an argument for a more conciliatory approach based on a two-state solution.<br />
“The Gatekeepers” raises vital questions for everyone about the morality of state-sanctioned violence in the name of internal security.<br />
Doors open at 6:30p.m. for light refreshments. Stay for an after-film discussion. For more information and directions, visit www.delcopeacecenter.org or call 610-544-1818. <br />
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<b>Free ice hockey clinics available</b><br />
Ridley Ice Hockey will be holding two free Learn to Play Hockey Clinics for new and returning players in grades 1 through 8 at IceWorks in Aston,<br />
A clinic will be held 5:45-6:45 pm July 13 on Rink 4 and 6:45- 7:45 June 15 on Rink 3. All players are required to wear a hockey helmet.<br />
For more information go to www.ridleyhockey.com or contact rihwebmaster@icloud.com<br />
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<b>Summer reading program at Folcroft Library open to kids of all ages</b><br />
The Folcroft Public Library will present many special guests this summer during its “Fizz, Boom, Read” summer program 10 am Thursdays, June 26, July 3, 10 and 17.<br />
The kick off program will be 7 pm June 19 and feature Ran’D Shine, master musician. Other visitors will be from Heinz Refuge Center and Winterthur Museum.<br />
The reading program, open to all children from the time they can read until 12th grade, will run all summer from June 19 until August 31. For every three books read, participants will receive a special coupon. For those reading six or more books, a certificate will be sent to their school.<br />
Registration is required. For information, call 610-586-1690.<br />
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<b> Free Kid's Day at Prospect Park Library</b><br />
All ages are welcomed to join Prospect Park Library on Saturday, June 21 for “Kid’s Fun Day!” The day will begin at 9 am with the staff hosting their “Fifth Annual Children’s Book Fair.” Inexpensive children’s books, magazines, DVDs, craft “finds” and snacks will be available for sale. All proceeds will directly benefit the library. The book sale runs until 2pm.<br />
At 11am, “Turtle Dance Music" will entertain. This in a live, humorous, interactive musical performance that is sure to help children, teens and adults come out of their shells!<br />
Prospect Park Library is at 720 Maryland Avenue (across from the train station.) For more information, call 610.532.4643, email prospectpark@delcolibraries.org or visit www.prospectparklibrary.org.<br />
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<b>NOPE Task Force Hosts Free Presentation on Drugs</b><br />
In 2012, there were over 60 drug overdose deaths in Delaware County, and one in five teens has abused prescription drugs, according to Holcomb Behavioral Health System.<br />
NOPE (Narcotics Overdose Prevention and Education) Task Force of Delaware County will provide an educational presentation on the dangers of substance abuse for parents and community members 6:30p.m., Thursday (June 5) at Springfield High School auditorium, 49 W. Leamy Ave. All are welcome to attend the free presentation. Family members and experts will explain the facts regarding the issues youth are facing each day, including prescription drug abuse, drug interaction, signs of substance use, addiction, parenting strategies, and where to get help.<br />
The cornerstone of NOPE’s mission is the personal, high impact presentation delivered to middle and high school students throughout the school year. The message is delivered graphically and emotionally from several perspectives. The presentation is meant to evoke emotion, and demand the attention of the students. Throughout the presentation, real local stories of students who have lost their lives to drugs and alcohol are shared to illustrate the education points and show the reality of the consequences that drug and alcohol abuse can cause. Following virtually every presentation, a number of students seek help, either for themselves, or someone they know, according to Holcomb.<br />
NOPE Task Force is a non-profit organization whose mission is to diminish the frequency and impact of overdose death through community education, family support and purposeful advocacy. For more information about NOPE or to schedule a presentation in a school, contact Beth Mingey at 484-444-0412 or by email at: beth.mingey@holcombbhs.org or visit www.nopetaskforce.org.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15541669981266824065noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1600095049752680609.post-50413477851363441372014-05-24T20:46:00.001-07:002014-05-24T20:46:33.269-07:00A few more free things to do....<b>Free ice hockey clinics available</b><br />
Ridley Ice Hockey will be holding two free Learn to Play Hockey Clinics for new and returning players in grades 1 through 8 at IceWorks in Aston,<br />
A clinic will be held 5:45-6:45 pm July 13 on Rink 4 and 6:45- 7:45 June 15 on Rink 3. All players are required to wear a hockey helmet.<br />
For more information go to www.ridleyhockey.com or contact rihwebmaster@icloud.com<br />
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<b>Baseball historian to speak at Norwood Library</b><br />
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William Kashatus of History Live! will present “Baseball’s White Elephants: Connie Mack and the Philadelphia Athletics” at the Norwood Public Library, 513 Welcome Ave, Norwood, 6:30 pm Wed. (June 3).<br />
Of all the professional sports teams ever to play in the City of Brotherly Love, Connie Mack’s Athletics remain the most successful and most frustrating. The team’s five World Series titles and nine pennants were balanced with seventeen last place finishes. Mack’s victories as a manager were only exceeded by the losses he suffered – still a record for most losses by a single manager. This talk will explore Mack’s talented and comedic teams, from the early days of the American League, through the glory years and final decade in Philadelphia.<br />
Everyone is welcome.<br />
The jazz bands from E.T. Richardson Middle School and Springfield High School will present their final performance of the year, entitled “Jazz Under the Stars,” Saturday, May 31. The event will take place in the high school courtyard/concesssion stand area starting at 6:15 p.m. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy some “cool jazz” under the stars. In the event of rain, the concert will take place in the high school auditorium.<br />
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<b>‘Bully’ Documentary to be screened in Prospect Park</b><br />
The Delaware County Anti-Bullying will present a screening of the documentary “Bully” 6 pm Thursday (May 29) at the Prospect Park Fire House, 1001 Lincoln Ave., Prospect Park. <br />
The award winning documentary follows five students and their families over the course of one year and gives an intimate glimpse into bullying. Following the film there will be a brief discussion as well as a resources fair.<br />
Due to the graphic content of the film, all youth under 18 should be accompanied by an adult. For more information, visit www.thebullyproject.com./. Everyone is welcome.<br />
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<b>Summer reading program at Folcroft Library open to kids of all ages</b><br />
The Folcroft Public Library will present many special guests this summer during its “Fizz, Boom, Read” summer program 10 am Thursdays, June 26, July 3, 10 and 17.<br />
The kick off program will be 7 pm June 19 and feature Ran’D Shine, master musician. Other visitors will be from Heinz Refuge Center and Winterthur Museum.<br />
The reading program, open to all children from the time they can read until 12th grade, will run all summer from June 19 until August 31. For every three books read, participants will receive a special coupon. For those reading six or more books, a certificate will be sent to their school.<br />
Registration is required. For information, call 610-586-1690.<br />
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<b>Activist Betsy Leondar-Wright to Speak at Pendle Hill</b><br />
Discovering class cultures can be transformative for social justice groups, says author, activist, and teacher Betsy Leondar-Wright. She will give a multimedia talk at Pendle Hill on “Are We Missing Class? How Awareness of Class Cultures Can Enhance Social Movement Groups,” 7:30 to 9p.m., Monday (June 2) in the Barn at Pendle Hill, 338 Plush Mill Road in Wallingford. The event is free and open to the public.<br />
Leondar-Wright, Ph.D., was a founding board member and is currently program director for Class Action, a non-profit organization dedicated to ending classism through workshops, organizational consulting, and public education. Her new book, Missing Class: Strengthening Social Movement Groups by Seeing Class Cultures, focuses on class dynamics in activist groups. Also the author of Class Matters: Cross-Class Alliance Building for Middle-Class Activists (2005) and co-author of The Color of Wealth: The Story Behind the US Racial Wealth Divide (2006), she has led over 100 workshops all over the U.S. on classism, cross-class alliance building, and economic inequality. She teaches college sociology courses on Social Movements and on Education, Race, Class and Culture. Following her lecture, she will sell and sign copies of her latest book.<br />
For more information, visit www.pendlehill.org, contact John Meyer, or call 610-566-4507 ext. 129.<br />
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<b>Media Slates Memorial Day Parade</b><br />
Media Mayor Bob McMahon and Bob Dimond of the Veterans Legacy Project announced Media's Memorial Day Parade which will be held May 26 beginning at 10a.m.<br />
McMahon said the Memorial Day observance is meant solely to honor military personnel who have served and sacrificed their lives in the service of their country. In that, the Media event is smaller and often more solemn that the very large Veterans Day event.<br />
Penncrest High School Band will perform the National Anthem and other patriotic numbers. Several civic, military and first responder groups will join the line-up. Remarks will be made by Lt. Col. Michael Rounds who is the current president of Williamson Free Trade School. Rounds, a West Point graduate, retired from the United States Army in 2013 after a distinguished 25-year career serving around the world in a variety of leadership roles.<br />
The parade will take the traditional route, beginning at State and Monroe streets, with a stop and salute at the memorial at State and Jackson streets, west to Orange Street and along Front Street to the Delaware County Courthouse for the brief ceremony.<br />
McMahon said the entire event could be expected to be less than an hour. The public from around the county is encouraged to attend to recognize and remember the legions of men and women both known and unknown to them.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15541669981266824065noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1600095049752680609.post-26180505765106643742014-05-15T19:13:00.000-07:002014-05-15T19:13:01.911-07:00May is blooming with freebies!!!<b>DCMH to offer free screening event</b><br />
Crozer-Keystone Health System will offer a free comprehensive screening event 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Sat. (June 7) at Delaware County Memorial Hospital, Regional Cancer Center, on the first floor. Registration begins at 8 a.m.with a free continental breakfast.<br />
Life is busy and this event will help local residents to get all their medical screenings done in one place. Physicians and trained medical staff will be available at this event to provide a series of free screenings.<br />
Prostate screenings are available for men who are over 50 years old (40 years old if African American or have a family history of prostate cancer). Participants should not be under the care of a urologist, been treated for prostate cancer, or have had a PSA test within the last year. The PSA test will be offered at this event.<br />
Do you experience leg pain, cramping or discomfort? Are your legs or ankles swollen? Do you have a “heavy” feeling in your legs? Those who answered yes may be suffering from varicose veins (veins that are large, blue and bulging from your legs).<br />
A physician will also be on hand to screen for arthritis and carpal tunnel syndrome and a podiatrist will be available to evaluate feet for potential problems.<br />
In addition, blood pressure, glucose/cholesterol (fasting is required; nothing to eat or drink past midnight the night before) and bone density screenings will be offered. Mammogram appointments will be available; people should bring insurance information. Free mammograms are available for those who are uninsured.<br />
In addition to mammography, representatives will be available to schedule appointments for colonoscopy, lung screening and sleep disorders.<br />
Space is limited and reservations are required for screenings. Call to reserve a spot or visit the “Classes and Events” page of www.crozerkeystone.org.<br />
‘Going paperless, getting organized’ presentation at Ridley Township Library<br />
Local residents who are buried in paper but want to get their financial, health, and other paperwork organized and don't know where to start are invited to join professional organizer Sara Long 6 pm Mon. (June 9) at Ridley Township Library.<br />
Long will discuss organizing tips to manage paperwork. She’ll discuss why there’s so much paper, how to sort it, how to maintain a system, and how to prevent unwanted mail from continuing to come in. There will be a drawing for one free hour of organizing services from Sara Long Organizing.<br />
Because of space limitations, registration is required by calling 610-583-0593, emailing reference@ridleylibrary.org, or stopping at the library, 100 E. MacDade Blvd., Folsom.<br />
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<b>FREE stuff that is Happening at Upper Chi Library</b><br />
Upper Chichester Library is a busy Community Center. Many programs are offered for all ages. Also, new best sellers and new-release DVDs are ready to be checked out by Library members.<br />
The library now has two Children’s Early Literacy Station Computers for ages 2 to 12. With generous funding from Upper Chichester Township and a generous grant from the Boeing Employee’s Community Fund, children of all ages are now able to enjoy educational, interactive games and research at the Upper Chi Library.<br />
The library is at the Willowbrook Shopping Center, 3374 Chichester Avenue, #19, Upper Chichester; 610-485-0200, www.upperchichesterlibrary.org.<br />
Programs include the following:<br />
--Children’s Story Time with Miss Jen: Mondays @ 10:30am, June 9.<br />
--Summer Reading Club: Upper Chi Library will again host Summer Reading Club, “Fizz, Boom, Read!” for children going into grades Kindergarten to fifth. Register at the Chi Library after June 1.<br />
--Miss Jaqi’s Wacky Science Class: This free three-part Science class for grades Kindergarten to fifth will help children learn the magic of Science. Class is limited to 16 students and register is a must. Classes are 2 to 3:30p.m., Wednesdays, July 9 and 23 and Aug. 5.<br />
--Teen Beat: Kids in grades sixth through twelfth can sign up for the Young Adult Summer Reading Program and win movie tickets and more. Library membership and registration is required. Call the library for information at 610-485-0200.<br />
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<b>Free historic train station presentation in Springfield</b><br />
Springfield Historical Society will sponsor a slide program on the great train stations of Delaware County, Tuesday, May 27, 7:30 PM, at the Springfield Township Building, 50 Powell Road.<br />
Stan Bowman will present his train stations collection of post cards and photos of Delaware County, the Main Line, Harrisburg and Lancaster County. He will also include the Pennsylvania Railroad line from Fernwood to Media and then on to West Chester. ALL ABOARD for a great program!<br />
This program is free to the public and light refreshments will be served at the conclusion.<br />
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<b>DelVal Oldsmobile Club Hosts Car Show</b><br />
The 9th Annual Spring BOPC Car Show, presented by Delaware Valley Oldsmobile Club will be held 9a.m. to 3p.m., Saturday (May 17) at Granite Run Mall, W. Baltimore Pike, Media, rain or shine and feature Buicks, Oldsmobiles, Pontiacs, and Cadillacs and much more.<br />
The show will highlight National Hurst Olds Day.<br />
Spectators are welcome free of charge.<br />
For more information, contact dvocinfo@yahoo.com.<br />
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<b>Diabetes 101 Offered in Brookhaven</b><br />
Certified Diabetes Educator and the Diabetes Coordinator at Riddle Hospital, Ginny McCadden, RN-BC, MSN will present and answer any questions at a free lecture set for 2p.m., Thursday (May 29) at the Brookhaven Municipal Building, 2 Cambridge Road.<br />
Diabetes is predicted to affect one in three adults in the future. In this lecture, attendees will learn ways to help prevent diabetes, and the ABCs of self-management for those who already have diabetes.<br />
To register for this free presentation, call Lori at 484-496-2138.<br />
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<b>FREE event in Birmingham Twp.</b><br />
Fun, food and history are on tap May 17-18 as hundreds of soldiers, cannons, Fife and Drum Corps and Colonial craftsmen take you back to that late summer day on Sept.11, 1777 for the Battle of the Brandywine. Two days of activities at Birmingham Township/Sandy Hollow Park off of Birmingham Road near Dilworthtown are planned to celebrate history: Saturday, May 17, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m., and Sunday, May 18, 10 a.m.- 3 p.m.<br />
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<b>FREE program at Schoolhouse Center</b><br />
Join Dr. Barry Jacobs as he reads selections from his new book, “Caregiving, Family Stories and Beliefs” 12:30 and 7 p.m. Thurs. (May 29) at Schoolhouse Center Dr. Jacobs is a favorite speaker with Senior Community Services for his work with caregivers. Dr. Jacobs will be available to sign purchased books at the conclusion of each program. Registration is required for this free presentation.<br />
<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Schoolhouse Center at 610-237-8100 to register or with questions. Schoolhouse is at 600 Swarthmore Avenue in Folsom.<br />
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<b>Hike on Saturday</b><br />
A Sierra Club Hike will be held 1:15 p.m., Saturday, May 17 at 1:15 p.m. through Indian Orchard Park, Middletown Twp ownship. Directions to meeting place for the start of the hike: take Rt. 352 south. One mile south of the Elwyn Pharmacy at Glen Riddle Rd turn right on Copes Lane. Make a sharp right on Copes. Proceed to the parking area at the end of the Lane.<br />
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<b>Swarthmore Library Offers ‘Healthy Life’ Talk</b><br />
Swarthmore Public Library will present Grace Dewey, certified holistic health coach and founder of Love Your Healthy Life. With the “Fundamentals of Holistic Nutrition: Clearing up the Confusion to Live a Healthy, Happy Life,” 2p.m., Thursday (May 22) at the library, 121 Park Ave.<br />
All programs are free and open to the public. No products or services will be offered or sold at this program. To register at the library, call 610-543-0436 or email illsw@delcolibraries.org.<br />
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<b>Free Tour of Arboretum</b><br />
Take a free guided tour at the Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College, 3-4:30 p.m., Saturday, May 17. Free and open to the public. The tour departs from the Scott Arboretum offices and will be canceled in inclement weather. For more information, call 610-328-8025.<br />
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<b>Free car show at Harrah’s</b><br />
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.<br />
The event is free to attend. For information or to exhibit a car, contact Linwood Morris at 610-931-2193.<br />
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<b>Free Family Addiction Education Program Offered</b><br />
Each month PRO-ACT (Pennsylvania Recovery Organization–Achieving Community Together) hosts a Family Addiction Education Program to help individuals and family recognize and address an addiction problem in a spouse, parent, child or other loved one.<br />
Led by trained volunteers who have been in the same situation, the information and support programs are held 7 to 9p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month and run for three consecutive Tuesdays at Holcomb Behavioral Health Services in Media.<br />
The next session runs June 3, 10 and 17.<br />
Sessions are free and confidential, using first names only. Pre-registration is required; call 800-221-6333, weekdays 9a.m. through 5p.m., or visit www.proact.org and click the Family Addiction Education Program link.<br />
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<b>‘Forgiveness’ Topic of Free Lecture at OLC</b><br />
Dynamic speaker Anita Morro, St. Mary Magdalen’s Healing and Wellness Coordinator, will speak at Our Lady of Charity (OLC) 7 to 8:30p.m., Tuesday (June 10) in the OLC Rectory Meeting Room, to present a lecture on “Forgiveness.”<br />
Many have trouble forgiving and harbor feelings of ongoing resentment and bitterness which rob us of joy. This lecture is free and everyone is welcome. Contact Gina Mesko at gagm2002@comcast.net or 610-872-0876 to reserve a seat.<br />
Our Lady of Charity Rectory is at 231 Upland Rd., Brookhaven (enter through the rear door).<br />
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<b>White Horse Village Celebrates 25 Years with Parade and Fair</b><br />
White Horse Village is celebrating its 25th Anniversary year, and on Saturday, May 31, from 11a.m. 4p.m., there will be a Village Fair and the public is invited to attend and participate.<br />
There will be a parade at 11a.m., honoring Charter Founder Residents, 25 Year Staff, Edgmont Township Officials and Fire Company and White Horse Village Centenarians. Following the parade there will be musicians performing throughout the day, pony rides, antique cars and local business vendors, artisans, crafts and food vendors. (Anyone who would like a table at the event to sell handmade crafts, art, jewelry or pottery may call Sue Manning at 610-558-5777.)<br />
Rain or shine, the community is welcome to come out to the White Horse Village Fair, 535 Gradyville Rd., Newtown Sqare.<br />
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<b>Delco Toastmasters seeks new members</b><br />
Delaware County Toastmasters Club 3204 invites the public to stop by one of their meetings to see how the organization can help anyone to become a better public speaker, develop their leadership skills, and communicate more effectively in public and personal life. Toastmasters helps people build the confidence they need to succeed.<br />
The club’s next meeting is 7 pm Wed. (May 28) at the Swarthmore Meeting House, 12 Whittier Place, on the Swarthmore College campus. Meetings are every other Wednesday after that. <br />
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<b>FREE fun and culture at Kimmel Center</b><br />
Kimmel Center Presents Fourth Annual FREE Fred J. Cooper Memorial Organ Day, June 7<br />
Featuring Puppet Art Theater Company, New City Brass, Opera Philadelphia, and more!<br />
The marathon of FREE Organ music returns as the Kimmel Center celebrates the Fourth Annual Fred J. Cooper Memorial Organ Day on Saturday, June 7 in Verizon Hall from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. “Fred” is as personable as pipe organs get, boasting 6,938 pipes that make it the largest mechanical action pipe organ in a concert venue in the United States.<br />
The Fred J. Cooper Memorial Organ Day showcases this majestic instrument in its full range of glory beginning with a family-friendly PNC Grow up Great program interactive puppet presentation of Sergei Prokofiev's Peter and the Wolf with organist Peter Conte and Puppet Art Theater Company.<br />
Then the four hour marathon of organ music kicks off at noon with Dr. Steven Ball performing the silent movie, The Goat, followed by a two part members recital by the American Guild of Organists. Additional highlights include Michael Barone of Pipedreams gliding through a program of the Colors of the Organ, a performance by the New City Brass Ensemble, jazz improvisation on organ featuring Lucas Brown, Thomas Sheehan performing with 60 talented singers from Opera Philadelphia, and Dr. Steven Ball concluding the program with Sherlock Jr. silent film accompanied by organ.<br />
Unveiled in May 2006, The Fred J. Cooper Memorial Organ, Dobson organ Op. 76, ranks as the largest mechanical-action concert hall organ in the United States with 6,938 pipes, four blowers, 300 levels of memory, 111 stops, and a total weight of app. 32 tons. The largest pipes are made of wood and are about 32 feet tall, while the smallest metal pipes are similar in size to a slender drinking straw. It is the culmination of more than six years and 52,000 man-hours of planning, construction, and voicing (the process of producing specific tones by manipulating the speech of organ pipes).<br />
The Fred J. Cooper Memorial Organ Day<br />
Saturday, June 7<br />
Verizon Hall<br />
<b>11am</b> -- PNC Grow Up Great: Peter and the Wolf<br />
Performed by Puppet Art Theater Co.<br />
Peter Richard Conte, Organist, Kayla Moses Barker narrator<br />
<b>12pm</b> -- Silent Movie -- The Goat<br />
Presented by Dr. Steven Ball<br />
<b>12:30pm</b> -- A.G.O. Members Recital (part one)<br />
Scherzo from Symphonie No.4 - Charles Marie Widor - Aaron Patterson, Organist<br />
Strawberry Fields Forever - Lennon/McCartney, arr. Neely Bruce - Parker Kitterman, Organist<br />
Toccata on "All you need is love" - Lennon/McCartney, arr. Paul Ayres - Parker Kitterman, Organist<br />
Toccata in F major, BWV540 - Johann Sebastian Bach - Paul Fleckenstein, Organist<br />
<b>1pm</b> -- The Colors of the Organ<br />
An inside look into the Fred. J. Cooper Memorial Organ with Organist Paul Fejko and Host Michael Barone<br />
<b>1:15pm</b> -- Improvisation / Jazz<br />
Lucas Brown, Organist<br />
Aisha Brooks-Lytle - vocals<br />
Victor North - saxophone<br />
Byron Landham - drums<br />
<b>1:45pm </b>-- Opera Philadelphia<br />
Thomas Sheehan, Organist and 60 singers from Opera Philadelphia<br />
<b>3pm</b> -- Organ & Brass<br />
Timothy Evers, Organist and the New City Brass<br />
<b>3:30pm</b> -- A.G.O. Members Recital (part two)<br />
Tiento de Batalla sobre el Balletto del Granduca - by Timothy Tikker - Matthew Glandorf, Organist<br />
Gospel Prelude on "What a Friend We Have in Jesus" -- William Bolcom - Erik Meyer, Organist<br />
Sortie in Eb - Louis James Alfred Lefebure-Wely - Erik Meyer, Organist<br />
Salamanca. - By Guy Bovet - Grete Ingalis, Organist<br />
Fanfare d'Orgue Etude de Concert - Harry Rowe Shelley (1858-1947) - Christopher Kehoe, Organist<br />
<b>4:10pm</b> -- Silent Movie -- Sherlock Jr.<br />
Presented by Dr. Steven Ball<br />
Organ Day is made possible through a donation by the Fred J. Cooper Restoration Fund as recommended by Frederick R. Haas and Daniel K. Meyer. For additional information, visit kimmelcenter.orgPeggy Dehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16823075563605399009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1600095049752680609.post-6595703486384124432014-04-23T13:14:00.000-07:002014-04-23T13:14:24.444-07:00More Free Events Coming Up- You Might Want to Take Note!<h2>
<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="background-color: white;">Document Shred Day at McCausland Funeral Home</span><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;"> 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.</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;"> For more information, call 610-583-0148 or visit www.mcgfh.com/.</span></span></h2>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white;">Ridley Twp. Library to feature Pack Party Saturday</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;"> 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. </span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;"> 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.</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;"> For more information, call Lauren Longbottom at 610-583-0593. To register, visit www.ridleylibrary.org.</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;"> 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.</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;">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.</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;"> 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.</span></span></h2>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white;">Free June car show at Harrah’s</span><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;"> 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.</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;">The event is free to attend- there is only a charge for exhibitors. For information, contact Linwood Morris at 610-931-2193.</span></span></h2>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white;">How to Title Your Assets</span><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;">What 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</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;">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. </span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;">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.</span></span></h2>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /><span style="background-color: white;">Free admission to Iris Show</span><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;">The public is invited to the Mid-Season iris show sponsored by the Delaware Valley Iris Society, an affiliate</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;">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.</span></span><div style="background-color: white;">
<span style="font-size: x-large; font-weight: normal;"> 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.</span></div>
<span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="background-color: white;">Please visit www.dvis-ais.org for more information.Free prom dresses, accessories offered to local high school students </span></span></span></h2>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /><span style="background-color: white;"> FREE Prom gowns and accessories available </span><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;"> 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. </span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;"> 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.</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;"> 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.)</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;"> </span><br /><span style="background-color: white;">Free history presentation</span><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;">The 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.</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;"> 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.</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;"> 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. </span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;"> ATHS offers many exciting volunteer opportunities available along with open membership enrollment, too!</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;"> </span><br /><span style="background-color: white;"> Growing and Cooking with Herbs</span><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;">Did 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.</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;"> 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. </span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;">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.</span></span></h2>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="background-color: white;">Residents can dispose of E-Waste and Household Hazardous Waste- at no charge</span><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;">Four 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.</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;">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.</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;"> 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.</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;">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.</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;">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. </span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;">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.</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;"> “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. </span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;"> 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 hazardo</span><span style="font-weight: normal;">u</span><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;">s are items that are considered hazardous and should be brought to one of the events.</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;">Organizers recommend residents take their materials to the collection site nearest their home. The collections take place rain or shine.</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;">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.</span></span></h2>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">Free Lucky Penny Farm Fun Day</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-weight: normal;"> 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.</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-weight: normal;">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.</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-weight: normal;">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.</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-weight: normal;">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.</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-weight: normal;">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.</span></span></h2>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-weight: normal;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">Free Star Party</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-weight: normal;">The 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.</span></span></h2>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-weight: normal;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">Free Canning lesson at Marple Library</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-weight: normal;">Learn 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.</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-weight: normal;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-weight: normal;"><br /></span></span><br /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"><br /></span></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"> </span></span></h2>
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Peggy Dehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16823075563605399009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1600095049752680609.post-33542274958050024622014-04-17T20:28:00.000-07:002014-04-17T20:39:38.642-07:00Over THREE DOZEN free things to do in the next few weeks are listed!!!<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">FREE musical performance open to community</span></b><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">The Friends of the Marple Public Library in Broomall will welcome Maryanne Meyer, a classically trained professional harpist, for a free performance, 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, April 29 in the library's lower level community room. Meyer is originally from Vincennes, Indiana and currently resides in Philadelphia. She began studying the piano at age 4 and the harp at age 12.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">An active orchestral harpist, chamber musician and solo recitalist both in the Philadelphia area and in Indiana, she also serves as Principal Harpist with Tri-Cities Opera in Binghamton, N.Y., appears frequently with the Delaware Symphony, Binghamton Philharmonic, as second harpist with the Baltimore Symphony and has performed several concerts with the Philadelphia Orchestra.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">Marple Public Library is at 2599 Sproul Road, Broomall. Reservations are requested but not required at 610-356-1510. A dessert reception will immediately follow the concert.</span><br />
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<b>Free Screening on Saturday, April 26, 4 p.m.</b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"> <i>Lost Child – Sayon’s Journey</i>, a documentary exploring the Cambodian genocide and its lasting impact through the eyes of former Khmer Rouge child soldier Sayon Soeun, will be shown at the Wat Phouthathammaram Buddhist Temple Center, 1104 S. 20th St., Philadelphia, at 4 p.m. Saturday, April 26. Soeun and co-producer/director Janet Gardner will be present for a post-show discussion. Admission is free. The screening is sponsored by the Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival.</span><br />
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<b>Human Trafficking Presentation in County</b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"> A recent study by the Urban Institute of seven cities in the USA revealed that a pimp's weekly income ranges from $5,000 in a city in the Midwest to $32,000 in a city in the East. These numbers represent thousands of lives that are devastated by human trafficking. The Delaware County Anti Human Trafficking Coalition will hold a community meeting at the St. Laurence Roman Catholic Church, 8245 West Chester Pike, Upper Darby, 6:30 - 8:30 pm Wed. (April 30), featuring State Representative Margo Davidson, District Attorney Jack Whelan, and Superintendent Michael Chitwood to raise awareness about human trafficking in Delaware County.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"> For more information about the free event, contact Susan Williams Thomas, Awareness Event Coordinator at 267-439-750 or at soozun@gmail.com.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Children’s author Judy Schachner to attend Ridley Twp. Library’s Mutt-I-Grees Pack Party </span></b><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"> 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.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"> 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.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"> As part of the initiative, Ridley Library is establishing a Mutt-i-grees book collection, featuring books and resources highlighting shelter pets. The 5-week program, scheduled to begin this 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.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"> On Saturday, May 3, beginning at 1 pm, Ridley Township Public Library is kicking off Mutt-i-grees in the Library with a Pack Party. The event will feature special guest, Judy Schachner, creator of the popular children’s book series, Skippyjon Jones. Families will enjoy a presentation by Schachner, followed by a book signing. Books will be available for purchase at the event courtesy of Children’s Book World. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"> 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.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"> For more information, call Lauren Longbottom at 610-583-0593. To register, visit www.ridleylibrary.org.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Redwood Community Playhouse Hosts Free Oldies Night</span></b><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"> Area residents 50 years and older can hit the dance floor at the Redwood Community Playhouse Center for an Oldies Dance Party 7 to 9:30p.m., Thursday (April 24) with the live band Peter Thomas performing, and line dancing with Sal April . Light snacks will be served.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">Redwood also offers fitness programs Wednesday and Friday afternoons, line dancing Monday and Friday afternoons and Country Line Dancing on Wednesday evenings year round.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">All events at the Redwood Playhouse are free to Delaware County residents and are sponsored by Delaware County Council and the Parks and Recreation Department.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">The Redwood Playhouse Community Center is located in Upland Park, 6th St. in Upland. For more information, call 610-891-6061 or visit the county web site for monthly schedule at www.co.delaware.pa.us and click on Park and Recreation, Upland Park.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Save the Date! Free Summer Concert in AC</span></b><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">(Atlantic City, NJ) The Atlantic City Alliance, Live Nation and DO AC announced today that one of music’s biggest stars – BLAKE SHELTON – will be performing a free concert on the free beach in Atlantic City, NJ on Thursday, July 31st. This event is presented by ACA and DO AC and produced by Live Nation.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"> For more information and details on attending this event, please visit DoAtlanticCity.com</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"> Blake Shelton fresh off of his co-hosting duties from this past Sunday’s Academy of Country Music Awards, Grammy nominee and Country Music Awards' (CMA) reigning “Male Vocalist of the year” for the 4th consecutive year, made history with the most consecutive No. 1’s on the country airplay charts with his current single, “Doin’ What She Likes,” marking his 16th No. 1 overall (11th consecutive). He also holds the “Album of the Year” award from the 2013 CMA’s for his current platinum-selling release Based On a True Story. Fans can see Blake on the Emmy Award-winning musical show, The Voice on NBC and can catch him this summer on his “Ten Times Crazier” tour, sponsored by Pepsi.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"> Shelton’s appearance is part of a summer-long musical “DO AC” celebration of Atlantic City’s world famous Boardwalk that includes free entertainment daily and one of the country’s largest July 4th fireworks show. Last summer, Jimmy Buffet headlined a free concert on Atlantic City’s free beach to open Margaritaville at Resorts. His concert drew 50,000 people to A</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Free Family Addiction Education Program Offered</span></b><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">Each month PRO-ACT (Pennsylvania Recovery Organization–Achieving Community Together) hosts a Family Addiction Education Program to help individuals and family recognize and address an addiction problem in a spouse, parent, child or other loved one.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">Led by trained volunteers who have been in the same situation, the information and support programs are held 7 to 9p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month and run for three consecutive Tuesdays at Holcomb Behavioral Health Services in Media.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">The next session runs May 6, 13 and 20.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">Sessions are free and confidential, using first names only. Pre-registration is required; call 800-221-6333, weekdays 9a.m. through 5p.m., or visit www.proact.org and click the Family Addiction Education Program link.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">FREE Public Safety Day at Morton Rutledge Firehouse</span></b><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">The Morton-Rutledge Fire Company's second annual Public Safety Day will be 10 am to 2 pm April 26, at the fire station, Alfa Terrace and Highland Avenue.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">The event will feature a wide array of activities and demonstrations, including a live fire demonstration in the field next to the firehouse. Swarthmore Fire Protection Association will have an ambulance on display with CPR demonstrations. The 12th district fire prevention trailer provided by the Prospect Park Fire Co. will be on hand.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">For the children there will be a “stop, drop and roll” station and an opportunity to operate a fire hose, and a coloring book booth. New this year will be a helicopter provided by Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">Also available will be fire prevention handouts, a display by the Morton Police Department, information from Liberty Mutual on fire insurance and refreshments provided by the fire company.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">FREE Easter Egg Hunt, featuring Makin' Music, in Springfield</span></b><br />
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Presbyterian Church or Springfield, Summit and Cascade Rds., Springfield at 11
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to hunt for eggs, enjoy refreshments and sing and dance with Makin' Music in
Fellowship Hall. The event will be held, rain or shine. For information contact
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Training on Youth Mental Health First Aid</span></b><br />
<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Free, full-day training May 12 for adults who interact with young people</span></b><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> A training program offered to help adults dealing with adolescents who experience an emotional, mental health or addictions crisis is being offered May 12 by the Delaware County Office of Behavioral Health in partnership with Child Guidance Resource Centers and Delaware County’s Systems of Care Initiative.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">The full-day training is free and will take place 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday, May 12, in room 171 of the Delaware County Intermediate Unit in Morton.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">The training is designed for adults who regularly interact with young people.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human service workers and others how to help an adolescent (ages 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a five-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">According to Shannon Thomas, coordinator for Children’s Mental Health at the County Office of Behavioral Health, people are more likely to encounter someone in an emotional or mental health crisis than a heart attack.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">The brochure for the program states: “Sometimes, first aid isn’t CPR, the Heimlich or calling 9-1-1. Sometimes first aid is you.”</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches a five-step action plan to offer initial help to young people showing signs of a crisis, and connect with them the appropriate professional, peer, social or self-help care. Anyone can take the 8-hour course, but it is specifically designed for teachers, coaches, leaders of faith communities and youth group leaders.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">The program is free, but preregistration is required by April 28. For information contact Lisa Blair from the county Office of Behavioral Health at 610-713-2365.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">The Havetown Choristers, directed
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">The program will include “Cantate
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">An additional feature will be an
audience sing-along. Guest artists presented
on the program will be The Whirlwind Quintet. The Havertown Choristers is
affiliated with the Haverford Township Adult School. Admission is free but donations are
appreciated. </span><span style="font-size: x-large; text-indent: 9pt;">For information, call </span><a href="tel:610-446-1595" style="font-size: xx-large; text-indent: 9pt;" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;">610-446-1595</span></a><span style="font-size: x-large; text-indent: 9pt;">.</span></div>
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Methodist Church will hold an Annual Egg Hunt 10 am Sat. (April 19) for the
families and kids of its surrounding communities. The hunt will take
place outside on the lawn at 10 AM. Pastor Lori Wagner will tell the
story of the Egg and the Lamb in the Christian tradition. Then kids will
join in the hunt for eggs on the church lawn. This will be followed by
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families will be available indoors in the social hall from 7 -10
am for $5. The egg hunt, crafts, and snacks are free to all kids in
the communities. No reservations are necessary. Prospect UMC is at 800
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Union United Methodist Church, 200
Brookline Blvd. in Havertown, will host an Easter Egg Hunt from 1-3 p.m. on <span class="aqj">Saturday, April 18.</span>
Youngsters from the community are invited to a time of crafts, stories,
and egg hunt, refreshments and a visit from the Easter Bunny. For more
information, please call the church office at <a href="tel:610-789-1700" target="_blank"><span style="color: black; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: black;">610-789-1700</span></a> or
e-mail at <a href="mailto:unionhavertown@verizon.net" target="_blank"><span style="color: black; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: black;">unionhavertown@verizon.net</span></a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Free anniversary celebration at White Horse</span></b><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">White Horse Village is celebrating its 25th Anniversary year, and on Saturday, May 31st from 11a.m. 4p.m., there will be a Village Fair and the public is invited to attend and participate.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">There will be a parade at 11a.m., honoring Charter Founder Residents, 25 Year Staff, Edgmont Township Officials and Fire Company and White Horse Village Centenarians. Following the parade there will be musicians performing throughout the day, pony rides, antique cars and local business vendors, artisans, crafts and food vendors. (Anyone who would like a table at the event to sell handmade crafts, art, jewelry or pottery may call Sue Manning at 610-558-5777.)</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">Rain or shine, the community is welcome to come out to the White Horse Village Fair, 535 Gradyville Rd., Newtown Square. </span><br />
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<b>Medicare 101 offered at Ridley Township Library</b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">Ridley Township Public Library can help seniors navigate the mysteries of Medicare when an APPRISE representative from Senior Community Services presents Medicare 101 on Monday, May 5 at 6:15 pm. The seminar will go over the basics of Medicare A, B, C and D. In addition, Medicare Terminology such as Copays, Coinsurance, and Deductibles will be explained. Medicare HMO/Advantage Plans, and Medical and Preventive Services offered to</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">Medicare consumers for 2014 will be discussed.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"> The program will be held in the lower level library. Registration is required. Call 610-583-0593, email reference@ridleylibrary.org, or visit the library, 100 E. MacDade Blvd., Folsom, PA to register for this presentation.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Young photographers can win FREE trip to Harrisburg</span></b><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"> Rep. Joe Hackett is sponsoring an Instagram photo contest for middle and high school students living in the 161st Legislative District.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"> Rep. Hackett said the photos cannot include people and must be taken in the 161st Legislative District, which includes Aston Township, Brookhaven Borough, Nether Providence Township, Rose Valley Borough, Swarthmore Borough, Rutledge Borough and parts of Springfield and Ridley Townships.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"> Photos should be uploaded to Instagram and labeled with the hashtag #springintodelco, and include the student’s grade and school, and the location of the photo.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"> The contest will run from now until May 16. Students can enter as many photos as they like. Winners will be announced on or before May 31.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">The 10 winning photographers will be invited to visit the State Capitol as Hackett’s guests.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"> For more information, contact Lauren Contino at 610-461-5543 orLContino@pahousegop.com.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Lots of free happenings at Middletown Community Day May 3 </span></b><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Saturday, May 3, Middletown Township will come together again, from 11a.m. to 3p.m., to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Community Day at Penn State’s Brandywine campus on Middletown Road.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">The event comes together through the hard work of Middletown Township Parks and Recreation Department, as well as the Community Day Committee.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">What sets Middletown apart from other communities, is the residents and the pride they take in being part of such a wonderful community. For the past twenty years, this has been recognized and celebrated with a fun-filled day for local businesses, vendors, and residents to come out and be part of their community. The event has entertainment for all ages, including music, Moonbounces, games, pony rides, great food, and much more.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">The Main Stage is where events will take place all day beginning with the opening ceremonies at 11a.m.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">The 6th Annual Wing Bowl will take place on the Main Stage at 1p.m., followed by a special tribute to Linvilla Orchards which is celebrating its 100th Anniversary.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">(Make sure to bring your map from the Town Talk insert to see all the events and times as well as where everything will be located.)</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">The popular raffle will feature Phillies tickets, thanks to the generous donation from HalterDev (creator of Fish Bait app, now available in app stores). To participate in the raffle, put your name and number on the back of your “save the date” postcard and bring it to the event. There will be a table set up with a Phillies box to drop your postcard in for your chance to win.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">County to Host Senior Living Expo at Harrah’s- with freebies galore!</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">To celebrate Older Americans Month, Delaware County Council and the Delaware County Office of Services for the Aging (COSA) will present a Senior Living Expo at Harrah’s Philadelphia Casino and Racetrack in Chester 9a.m. to 1p.m., May 2. The event is free, open to the public; no registration to attend is necessary.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Vendors will provide information on services, products, and programs beneficial to senior citizens. Blood pressure, diabetes, and other health screenings will be available at no charge. A pharmacist will be present to answer any questions regarding medication.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Information on the Delaware County Senior Games, which will take place in June, will be provided and those wishing to sign up for the games can do so that day.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">There will be plenty of giveaways and raffles throughout the event. Entertainment will be provided and refreshments will be available.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">For more information, contact Barbara Nicolardi at COSA (610-490-1524).</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Who ever said there's no such thing as a free lunch?</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> Immanuel Lutheran
Church, Chester Pike and Winona Ave., Norwood, will hold an Easter Egg Hunt
11a.m., Saturday (April 19). Children up to ten years of age are invited to
attend. The Egg Hunt happens rain or shine, as the hunt will be moved indoors
in case of bad weather. Gather on the lawn at the Chester Pike entrance or go
to the social hall down the stairs from the entrance. After the hunt, a light
lunch will be served to the children. Call the church office
at 610-586-5860 with questions. Immanuel Lutheran will hold Easter
Services at 7 and 10 am; with breakfast and family activities from 8
to 9:30a.m. Visitors are always welcome.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Local Expert to Talk about Civil War</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Civil War expert Michael Ludwig will present a free lecture, “Civil War Battles,” 1:30p.m., Thursday (May 8) at the Middletown township Building, N. Pennell Road, Lima.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">He will discuss how many lives were lost during the battle of Gettysburg; the important event in history that will be commemorated this September at Antietam; and much more.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">There will be a brief time for questions and answers.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Due to limited space, reservations are required; call 610-565-2700 to reserve your seat.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Ludwig will also be a guide for two Civil War trips -- June 23 to Gettysburg and Sept 9 to Antietam, MD, sponsored by the Middletown Township Park and Recreation Dept.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Free Personal Computer Workshop for Job Set</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> The Delaware County Workforce Investment Board will offer a free three-day, three hour-per day workshop designed to introduce attendees to personal computers. Attendees will become familiar with terminology, input commands, understand the keyboard and practice using Microsoft Word.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Open to all Delaware County residents the workshop will start Tuesday, April 29 from 9a.m. to noon at the PA CareerLink, 701 Crosby Street, Suite B, Chester. To reserve a spot, call 610-447-3350.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">View Hawk Migration with Birding Club</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> The Birding Club of Delaware County members will be conducting a Hawk Migration Watch 10a.m. to 2p.m., every day throughout April at Okehocking Preserve on West Chester Pike at Delchester Road.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">The public is invited to view soaring raptors through high-power scopes. Parking is available on Delchester road. Visitors should follow the trail from the parking lot.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Diabetes 101 Offered in Brookhaven</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> Mary Anne Leonard, RN, BSN, MSN, CRNP will answer questions during a free talk, “The ABCs of Diabetes,” 2p.m., Thursday (May 1) at the Brookhaven Municipal Building, 2 Cambridge Road. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> Diabetes is predicted to affect one in three adults in the near future. In this lecture, attendees will learn about ways you to prevent diabetes and self-management if you already have diabetes.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">To register for the presentation, call Lori at 484-496-2138.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Special poetry night at Ridley Township Library</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> April is National Poetry Month and to celebrate, Ridley Township Library has invited educator Joel Perlish to present poems in a way that won’t put anyone to sleep 6:30 pm Wed. (April 23) in the Lower Level Meeting room. Perlish will do a dramatic presentation of a collection of poems, old and new. “Casey at the Bat” and “The Raven” are among the featured poems. This is not a poetry reading – Perlish knows all the poems by heart. He even takes requests.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> Registration is required, and may be done by calling 610-583-0593, emailing reference@ridleylibrary.org, or stopping by the library at 100 E. MacDade Blvd., Folsom, PA.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Social Activitist Vincent Harding to Speak at Pendle Hill</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> Area residents can join activist, teacher, and historian Vincent Harding for an evening of dialogue, “Loved into Life: An Autobiographical Reflection,” 7:30p.m., Monday (May 5) in the Barn at Pendle Hill, 338 Plush Mill Road in Wallingford. The evening is free and open to the public.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Harding has returned to Pendle Hill to work on his memoirs after a lifetime of teaching and activism.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Harding was an activist, teacher, and negotiator in the Southern Freedom Movement in the 1960s and was a friend and co-worker of Martin Luther King Jr., Ella Baker, and Fannie Lou Hamer. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">He holds an M.A. and Ph.D. in history from the University of Chicago and chaired the History and Sociology Department at Spelman College in Atlanta . In 1968 he became the director of the Martin Luther King Memorial Center and chair of the CBS Black Heritage series. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">For more information, visit www.pendlehill.org or call 610-566-4507, ext. 129.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Free hunt at Nassau in Ridley</span></b></div>
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will begin on the grounds of the Swim Club at 12 noon Sat. (April 19).
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> To help veterans better understand the services they have earned, Rep. Joe Hackett (R-Delaware) will host the PA Mobile Veterans Outreach Van 9a.m. to 3p.m., Thursday (May 29) at the Aston Township Community Center, 257 Concord Road.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">During the event, veteran service officers will be available to educate veterans and their families on specific benefits and services available to them, and to assist with the completion of required applications.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">“This is a great opportunity to have your questions answered, especially if you have a difficult time getting to your local office of the Veterans Administration,” Hackett said. “Our veterans have given so much for us. This is the least we can do for them.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Among the services offered will be individual and group counseling; marital and family counseling; bereavement counseling; medical referrals; assistance in applying for veteran benefits; employment counseling, guidance and referrals; alcohol and drug assessments; and information and referrals to community resources.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">For more information, call Hackett’s district office at 610-461-5543.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;"> Introduction to ‘Theology of the Body’ Coming to OLC</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> Dynamic speaker Meghan Cokeley, Director of the Office for the New Evangelization of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, will present a free talk, “An Introduction to Theology of the Body,” 7 to 9p.m., Monday (May 5) at Our Lady of Charity Church, Upland Road, Brookhaven.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Attendees will learn why the Church teaches what she does about life, marriage between a man and woman, human love, and relationships.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">The lecture is opened to all, and OLC particularly encourages young adults and their friends to attend. This presentation will be held in the Rectory Meeting Room; enter through rear door behind rectory.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> RSVP to Gina Mesko atgagm2002@comcast.net or 610-872-0876, to reserve a seat. </span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Help for teens and adults who Stutter is as close as the neighborhood library</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> For the three million Americans who stutter, not being able to say their own name is just one of the many challenges which confront them as they start their work day. Help is available for adults and teenagers who stutter in the form of a DVD, If You Stutter: Advice for Adults available at most public libraries. Some libraries have an older video version.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> "We focus on demonstrating a variety of therapy strategies that are appropriate in working with adults and teens," explains Dr. Peter Ramig of the University of Colorado at Boulder. "We also answer questions about stuttering and present examples of therapy sessions showing how stuttering can be reduced."</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> "Stuttering remains a mystery to most people," said Jane Fraser, president of the Stuttering Foundation. "Research strongly supports the fact that stuttering is not caused by psychological problems nor are people who stutter any less intelligent than those who don't."</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> "This DVD is meant to give stutterers some insight into the tools they need to begin dealing with stuttering, but it also offers good ideas for family members, speech-language pathologists, and health care professionals," said Professor Barry Guitar of the University of Vermont. Guitar is one of six nationally recognized experts appearing in the DVD produced by the nonprofit Stuttering Foundation.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> "We have seen people who stutter not only learn to deal with stuttering effectively," said Dr. Barry Guitar of Northwestern University," but go on to become better than average communicators." He notes that this century's most eloquent speaker, Winston Churchill, stuttered and yet became a respected statesman renowned for his oratory skills.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> The DVD features men and women who stutter from the United States and Canada, discussing their experiences with stuttering and the techniques that have helped them. They talk openly about the problems they face in the work place and how stuttering affects their lives and their self esteem.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> Books and DVDs produced by the 66-year-old nonprofit Stuttering Foundation are available free to any public library. A library that will shelve them can contact the Foundation at 1-800-992-9392, e-mail info@stutteringhelp.org, or visit www.stutteringhelp.org or www.tartarmudez.org.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">FREE Easter fun at Princeton</span></b></div>
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the Community Easter Egg Hunt at Princeton Presbyterian Church, 933 Baltimore
Pike. All kids 10 and under (and their parents or grandparents) are invited to
come for crafts, egg hunting, and a special Easter story. For more information,
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">The Media Recreation Board will host its Annual Easter Egg
Hunt 11a.m., Saturday (April 19) on the grounds by the Tot Lot. The annual
Easter Luncheon with the Easter Bunny will be held immediately following the
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Recycle Electronics at Neumann University April 25</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> Delaware County residents can de-clutter their homes of obsolete and unwanted electronics at Neumann University 9 to 11a.m., Friday (April 25). Trained staff from eForce Compliance will unload vehicles in the Abessinio Building parking lot, close to the main entrance to campus on Concord Road in Aston.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">This special e-waste recycling collection event is intended for items like toys, computers, laptops, televisions, cell phones, mobile devices, small appliances, and more. “Anything with a Plug™” will be accepted and recycled -- except large appliances, smoke detectors and rear-projection TVs.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">All materials collected will be recycled in an environmentally friendly manner, and all media data collected will be destroyed. The service is provided by Neumann University and all material collected will be processed by eForce Compliance, a dual certified electronic recycler. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> The public is
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Delco Field and Stream Celebrates 75th Anniversary with upcoming free events</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> Celebrating its 75th anniversary, Delaware County Field & Stream Association at 13 Chester Creek Road in Brookhaven, offers range facilities and educational programs for hunting, fishing, conservation, archery, and shooting sports. A private association, it allows members and their invited guests to use the facilities and resources for the education of wildlife conservation through hunting, fishing and a number shooting activities.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">The beginning of Delaware County Field & Stream was the organization of sportsmen that has become one of the largest and diversified clubs in the Delaware Valley. Founded in November, 1938 outdoor columnist Bill Everman, was writing about hunting and fishing for two local papers in Chester and Interboro. In a series of articles, he stirred a few local sportsmen into forming a club for the purpose of raising and stocking fish and wild game and to enjoy shooting shotguns, rifles and pistols in an area out in the country, away from the local villages and Philadelphia.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">The club became incorporated in 1940 as a non-profit conservation organization. The purposes of the organization, as stated in its charter are: “To stimulate the interest of the people of Delaware County in general outdoor activities and to develop the opportunities for the enjoyment of such recreation by the re-stocking of fish and game, the procurement of laws and enforcement thereof for the protection of wildlife, and to educate the general public in the principles of conservation in relation to our natural resources, all by publicity, exhibitions and public meetings, and for these objects to organize as a group for their earlier attainment.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Each year DCFSA holds a number of free events for the community. They include: trout stocking in Chester Creek. (May 10); National Hunting & Fishing Day (Sept. 27); Ladies Day (Oct. 18); and Hunter Education Classes (ongoing).</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> Area residents can learn about the importance of having a will, Power of Attorney and Health Care Directive at a free talk 2p.m., Tuesday (April 29) at the Rachel Kohl Library, 687 Smithbridge Road, Glen Mills.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Attendees will find out how to establish these important documents in order to protect themselves, minimize taxes, and ensure their preference regarding medical treatments are followed.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Christopher Murphy, Esq. will present the information.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> St. James Episcopal Church, 11th and Lincoln Aves., Prospect Park holds 'Soup'er Lunch at 11 am Tuesdays, starting Sept. 10. The lunch is free of charge (donations are gratefully accepted).Everyone in the community is welcome.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> Tinicum Memorial Public Library, 620 Seneca St., Essington, will hold a “Weird Pennsylvania” presentation 6:30 pm Wed. (April 30). Presented by Victorian Vanities, Inc., the event will feature fascinating tales of the weird and strange in Pennsylvania.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Free mammograms at Mercy Fitzgerald </span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital (MFH) will offer free mammography screenings for women ages 40 and over who do not have health insurance or who have health insurance that does not cover screening mammography. Appointments are available for Tues. (April 22), Wed. (April 23) and Friday (April 25).</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> “Mammograms are vital in diagnosing breast cancer in its earliest stages when it can be successfully treated,” says Breast Surgeon Dr. Archit Naik. “Unfortunately, there are still many women who are either uninsured or underinsured, making it less likely for an early diagnosis. Offering free mammography screenings to women within these categories will ensure that they have access to the screenings, education and care that can potentially save their lives.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> Each mammography screening appointment will include a clinical breast examination by Dr. Naik, breast health education including self-breast examination (SBE) instructions, a screening mammography, as well as a follow-up appointment at no charge.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> An appointment is required for a free mammogram, and only a limited number of appointments are available. To schedule your free mammography screening today, call 610.237.2525.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>It is estimated that 15 percent of the population is afflicted with hoarding behavior. There’s a fine line between hoarding and simple clutter. Most households have some degree of clutter- piles of junk mail, laundry that needs attending to, or more stuff than we have space for, but hoarding is different. It can range from large piles and mounds taking up entire rooms and living spaces. Even animals can be hoarded. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Join presenter Josh Rafter as he discusses what can be done to help hoarders on Thursday, April 24 at 12:30 p.m. and Thursday, April 27 at 7 p.m. at Schoolhouse Center. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.727272033691406px;">There will be a free concert at Ridley Township Public Library, 1:30 p.m., Sunday, April 13 featuring two barbershop quartets, Raging Tunes and Close Chorders. Both quartets are part of the Barbershop Harmony Society’s Delaware County chapter, the DelChordians. They perform all over Delaware County throughout the year, and in the summer, extend their performances to the Jersey shore. On Valentine’s Day, and throughout that week, they travel to numerous locations all day long to sing love songs to someone’s sweetheart. The quartet, “Close Chorders,” have been singing together in one form or another for more than 35 years. Register for this special event, to be held in Garling Hall, by calling 610-583-0593, emailing reference@ridleylibrary.org, or stopping by the library at 100 E. MacDade Blvd, Folsom.The Egg-stravaganza </span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;">Calvary-Riverview Presbyterian Church, 337 Riverview Ave. in Drexel Hill, will host their “egg-stravaganza” from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 12. The free family event is open to children of all ages. There will also be egg dying, a moon bounce, free food and building a new life garden. For more information call 610-259-2696.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"><b>FREE Easter Egg Hunt behind Darby Twp. Elementary School </b></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;">Pastor Barry Brown of Evangel Assembly of God will be hosting a free Easter Egg Hunt for ages 1- 12, Sat. (April 12) from 10-11:30 am in the school yard behind the Darby Township School, Bartram Avenue, off of Ashland Avenue in Glenolden. Prizes will be awarded. Rain date will be April 18. For more information, call 610-583-8288.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"><b>VFW Post #928 to host Easter Egg Hunt</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"> VFW Post #928, Sutton and MacDade Blvd., Folsom, will hold an Easter Egg Hunt 2 pm Sun. (April 13). Children under 11 years of old are free. There will be 800 filled Easter eggs spread around the post’s grounds. Children, up to age 3, can participate in a spoon race with prizes. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"><b>Schoolhouse Center </b>to present ‘spirituality and sexuality’</span></span><br />
<b style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"> </b><span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.727272033691406px;">Schoolhouse Center’s “50 Plus at Twilight” series continues 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thurs. (April 24) with a discussion on spirituality and sexuality presented by Ashley Madar, M.A. in human sexuality. In addition to the discussion come and share a light meal. Registration is required. </span><br />
<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"> Contact Schoolhouse Center at 610-237-8100 to register or for any questions. Schoolhouse is at 600 Swarthmore Avenue in Folsom. </span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"> The Friends of the Caleb Pusey House will host an Open House from 1 to 3p.m., Saturday (April 12) to celebrate the public display of four recently donated and framed historic documents that date back to the late-1600s and early-1700s.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;">Guests are invited to stop by Crozer Schoolhouse at 1 Race Street to examine the rare documents, which include two property deeds, a property indenture, and the wedding certificate of Lydia Pusey (Caleb’s daughter).</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;">Light refreshments will be served. And while on site, visitors may take a free tour of the historic Pusey House (built in 1683), the oldest English cottage in America.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"><b>FREE Flowering cherries talk, tour</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;">Flowering cherries have been a captivating presence in Japan and in the US since their introduction 100 years ago. Tony Aiello, Director of Horticulture and Curator of the Morris Arboretum, will discuss the introduction of flowering cherries, focusing on their history in Philadelphia, 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday, April 12 in the Wister Center of Swarthmore College. A tour of the Scott Arboretum’s collection in the Cherry Border will follow the talk. Free; but RSVP at www.scottarboaretum.org or call 610-328-8025 if you plan to attend.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"> The Knights of Columbus Peace Council in Ridley Township will sponsor an Easter Egg Hunt for children 12 and under on their grounds located at 1195 Haverford Road Crum Lynne 1 pm Sun. (April 13).</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"><b>‘The Road From Upper Darby’ at Schoolhouse Center</b></span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.727272033691406px; white-space: pre;"> </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.727272033691406px;">Joe Gilligan, a lifelong train enthusiast will present, “The Road From Upper Darby” based on the book written by Harold Fox 10:30 am Wed. (April 9) at the Schoolhouse Center, 600 Swarthmore Ave., Folsom The free presentation will cover the Market Street Subway-Elevated as well as the 69th Street Terminal, the Red Arrow Line, the Ferris Line and more. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"><b>FREE event at Haverford College</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;">The world-touring Tamagawa Taiko Drum and Dance troupe return to Philadelphia for a week of awe-inspiring performances, including a free show 7-9 p.m., Friday, April 4 at Haverford College Roberts Hall, Marshall Auditorium, 370 Lancaster Ave. This group is guaranteed to thrill and amaze with their energetic shows of Japanese folk tradition. Expect to see thundering drums, intricate dances, and beautiful costumes. It'll be sure to be an evening of heart-pounding entertainment and fun for all!</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;">An exhibition of work by Wallingford artist Rinal Parikh is now on exhibit through April 28 at Swarthmore Borough Hall, 121 Park Avenue, Swarthmore.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;">The exhibit, entitled "Nisarg - The Nature," presents the nature-inspired work of Ms. Parikh, whose paintings reflect the heritage and culture of her native India. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;">The public is invited to the artists’ reception, 6-8 p.m., Friday April 4 which is scheduled as part of Swarthmore’s First Friday. The exhibit and reception are free and open to the public.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"><b>Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital Offering Free Mammography Screenings for Uninsured and Underinsured Women</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"> Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital (MFH) in Darby will offer free mammography screenings for women ages 40 and over who do not have health insurance or who have health insurance that does not cover screening mammography. Appointments are available for Tuesday, April 22, Wednesday April 23 and Friday, April 25.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"> “Mammograms are vital in diagnosing breast cancer in its earliest stages when it can be successfully treated,” says Breast Surgeon Dr. Archit Naik. “Unfortunately, there are still many women who are either uninsured or underinsured, making it less likely for an early diagnosis. Offering free mammography screenings to women within these categories will ensure that they have access to the screenings, education and care that can potentially save their lives.”</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;">Each mammography screening appointment will include a clinical breast examination by Dr. Naik, breast health education including self-breast examination (SBE) instructions, a screening mammography, as well as a follow-up appointment at no charge.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"> Current guidelines from the American Cancer Society recommend that women begin yearly mammograms at age 40 even if they have no symptoms or family history of breast cancer. Many health experts also encourage women to conduct self-breast exams on a monthly basis.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"> An appointment is required for a free mammogram, and only a limited number of appointments are available. To schedule your free mammography screening today, please call 610.237.2525.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"> A new program through the state Department of Revenue allows qualified Pennsylvanians to simultaneously file state and federal income taxes online for free.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"> PA Free File consists of software and fillable forms, both of which are available for free for Pennsylvanians who have a federal adjusted gross income of $58,000 or less. More details and a link to each vendor’s free filing product are available at www.pafreefile.com.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"> For those who don’t qualify for the free software, fillable forms – online versions of the state tax forms – can be submitted electronically or printed and mailed to the Revenue Department.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"> Free tax forms and instructions are available at www.revenue.state.pa.us.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"> In addition, personal income tax help is available through the Department of Revenue's Online Customer Service Center by calling 717-787-8201 between 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"> Taxpayers with annual incomes of $35,000 or less may also visit a revenue district office, listed in the government pages of local phone directories, for basic state personal income tax filing help. Help at district offices is available from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, and taxpayers are encouraged to bring their Social Security cards with them to facilitate tax filing.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"> All taxpayers who received more than $33 in total gross taxable income in 2013 must file Pennsylvania personal income tax returns by midnight, Tuesday, April 15.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"> </span></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"> For the three million Americans who stutter, not being able to say their own name is just one of the many challenges which confront them as they start their work day. Help is available for adults and teenagers who stutter in the form of a DVD, If You Stutter: Advice for Adults available at most public libraries. Some libraries have an older video version.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"> "We focus on demonstrating a variety of therapy strategies that are appropriate in working with adults and teens," explains Dr. Peter Ramig of the University of Colorado at Boulder. "We also answer questions about stuttering and present examples of therapy sessions showing how stuttering can be reduced."</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"> "Stuttering remains a mystery to most people," said Jane Fraser, president of the Stuttering Foundation. "Research strongly supports the fact that stuttering is not caused by psychological problems nor are people who stutter any less intelligent than those who don't."</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"> "This DVD is meant to give stutterers some insight into the tools they need to begin dealing with stuttering, but it also offers good ideas for family members, speech-language pathologists, and health care professionals," said Professor Barry Guitar of the University of Vermont. Guitar is one of six nationally recognized experts appearing in the DVD produced by the nonprofit Stuttering Foundation.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"> "We have seen people who stutter not only learn to deal with stuttering effectively," said Dr. Barry Guitar of Northwestern University," but go on to become better than average communicators." He notes that this century's most eloquent speaker, Winston Churchill, stuttered and yet became a respected statesman renowned for his oratory skills.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"> The DVD features men and women who stutter from the United States and Canada, discussing their experiences with stuttering and the techniques that have helped them. They talk openly about the problems they face in the work place and how stuttering affects their lives and their self esteem.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"> Books and DVDs produced by the 66-year-old nonprofit Stuttering Foundation are available free to any public library. A library that will shelve them can contact the Foundation at 1-800-992-9392, e-mail info@stutteringhelp.org, or visit www.stutteringhelp.org or www.tartarmudez.org.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.727272033691406px;">Maryland's Singing and Praying Bands will demonstrate the oldest surviving tradition of African American sacred music at Crossroads Music, 4 p.m., Saturday, April 12. It will be an afternoon of emotionally intense a cappella gospel from a 200-year old tradition. The event is cosponsored by Calvary United Methodist Church (801 South 48th Street, Phila.) where the concert will be held. No tickets are required, but donations towards the group's expenses will be requested at the event. Recorded information is also available at 215-729-1028.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;">The Bethel Township Easter Egg Hunt will take place Saturday, April 12 at Bethel Springs Elementary School, 3280 Foulk Rd, Garnet Valley. The hunt starts promptly at 11 a.m. for Bethel Township residents, ages 10 and under. This event is sponsored by the Bethel Township Parks & Rec Board. Those attending are asked to bring a canned food item for the Bethel Food Bank. This event will be held rain or shine.</span></span></div>
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Peggy Dehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16823075563605399009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1600095049752680609.post-85006903757703503532014-03-24T15:14:00.000-07:002014-03-24T15:14:10.924-07:00More FREEBIES announced today!<b>FREE Workshop and State Park Cleanup Slated</b><br />
The Friends of Ridley Creek State Park will host Pennsylvania Equine Council’s Trail Stewardship Workshop, with Bud and Gwen Wills, 8a.m. to 4p.m., Saturday (April 26) at Broomall Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, 50 N. Malin Road, Broomall.<br />
State parks and forests have limited funds and personnel to maintain recreational public lands. Volunteers are needed to help maintain the non-motorized shared-use trails.<br />
The workshop will cover trail layout, construction, and maintenance techniques; tool selection and use; and information regarding the different public land agencies.<br />
The workshop is free; coffee, donuts, snacks and a light lunch will be provided.<br />
Then, from 9a.m. to noon, Sunday (April 27), weather permitting, volunteers will perform maintenance on the Equestrian Trail at Ridley Creek State Park. Participants should wear long sleeves and pants, gloves and protective eye wear.<br />
Those who cannot volunteer are still welcome to come to the workshop to learn the skills needed to be an effective volunteer in Ridley Creek State Park.<br />
Space is limited and pre-registration is required. For more information or to register contact Anita Naylor at 609-271-7484 or email: rcptrails@comcast.net.<br />
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<b>Easter Bunny hosts hunt at Nassau Swim Club</b><br />
The annual Easter Egg Hunt, sponsored by Nassau Swim Club, will begin on the grounds of the Swim Club at 12 noon Sat. (April 19). The Easter Bunny will make a special guest appearance.<br />
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<b> Free Admission to Delaware Museum of National History on April 13</b></div>
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Admission to the Delaware Museum of Natural History will be
waived from 9:30 a.m. - noon on Sunday, April 13, courtesy of PNC Bank. <o:p></o:p></div>
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PNC Free Sunday Mornings are funded as part of the Grow Up
Great with Science grant. The grant has
allowed the Museum to train local preschool teachers and introduce families of
preschool children to science through visits to the Museum's interactive
exhibits. Museum experts have also traveled to classrooms to help teachers
create children's activities that enable them to explore science with their
senses and use simple tools to test their ideas. Many of the activities have
received assistance from PNC employees as volunteers. <o:p></o:p></div>
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The PNC Free Sunday Morning on April 13 is the second of
four at the Delaware Museum of Natural History for the 2014 school year. The
next PNC Free Sunday Morning is scheduled for Sunday, July 13.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Delaware Museum of Natural History, 4840 Kennett Pike,
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<b>FREE Birding Walk</b></div>
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Join Brandywine Conservancy staff members, 8 a.m.,
Wednesday, April 16 for a walk along the Brandywine River Trail to look for
spring migrants. Bring binoculars if you
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<b>Simple Lenten Suppers at St. Madeline Parish</b><br />
The next Lenten Simple Supper will take place 6-7pm this Wed. (March 26) at Saint Madeline Spiritual Life Center, Penn and Morton Aves., Ridley Park. The free event will feature sausage soup and a talk by parishioner Chaz Wallgren who will share details of his personal conversion experience. The suppers will continue until Easter. For more information, visit www.stmadelineparish.com or call the rectory at 619-532-6880.<br />
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<b>‘Prophets and Non-Profits’ Theme for FREE Lecture at Pendle Hill</b><br />
To honor the humanitarian activism of Quaker leader Stephen G. Cary, William Graustein will present the 7th Cary Lecture, “Prophets and Nonprofits - Tending Quaker Seeds in Secular Soil,” 7:30p.m., Monday (April 7) in the Barn at Pendle Hill, 338 Plush Mill Road, Wallingford. The presentation is free and open to the public.<br />
After 25 years as a geologist, Bill Graustein now devotes his work to supporting effective and inclusive non-profit organizations. From 2001 to 2011 he chaired the board of Public Allies, a national organization that advances diverse young adults in leadership. He Bill has also served on the board of the National Center for Family Philanthropy.<br />
The Stephen G. Cary Memorial Lecture was endowed by Norval and Ann Reece and established in 2004 in concert with the publication of a book of Steve Cary’s writings, The Intrepid Quaker: One Man’s Quest for Peace. Cary co-led the American Friends Service Committee effort to help rebuild Europe after World War II, participated in civil disobedience throughout his life, and served as vice president and interim president of Haverford College.<br />
For more information, visit www.pendlehill.org, or call John Meyer at 610-566-4507 ext. 129.<br />
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<b>Gateway Church Hosts FREE Egg Hunt</b><br />
Gateway Community Church will host its Annual Easter Egg Hunt Saturday (April 12) at the church, 708 S. Old Middletown Road, Media.<br />
The fun begins at 11a.m., with the Easter Egg Hunt starting at 12:15. There will be hot dogs, cookies, crafts and face painting – all free of charge.’<br />
Parents may bring cameras to capture pictures with the Easter Bunny.<br />
Everyone is welcome. For more information contact outreach@visitgateway.org or phone 610-724-6236.<br />
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<b>Holmes Presbyterian Church announces FREE Easter Egg Hunt, lunch</b><br />
Holmes Presbyterian Church will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt11:30 am to 12:30 pm Sat. (April 12). Children from nursery school age through the 5th Grade are welcome. A free lunch will be served after the hunt for both parents and children.<br />
In the event of inclement weather, the hunt will be rescheduled for Tuesday, April 15 at 11:30 am. Holmes Presbyterian Church on the corner of Holmes Road & Academy Avenue, in Ridley Township. All families should meet in the downstairs social hall of the church.<br />
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<b>Need a “Hand” with Your Pain?</b><br />
This free presentation will cover common hand problems from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome to Dupuytren’s disease, thumb arthritis and more. Dr. Blane Sessions, a hand surgeon with the Crozer Keystone Health System will discuss common conditions that cause hand and wrist pain, how to relieve pain with over-the-counter medications and conservative therapies. This presentation will also discuss when to see a doctor as well as how to determine whether you may be a good candidate for surgery.<br />
The presentation will be held on April 10 at 2 p.m. at the Brookhaven Municipal Building located at 2 Cambridge Road in Brookhaven.<br />
<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>If you have any questions or would like to register for the course, contact Lori at 484-496-2138. Pre-registration is required. Do not contact the municipality directly, as workers may not be familiar with the program.<br />
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<b>FREE African Violet Show at local mall </b><br />
The African Violet Society of Springfield will hold their annual flower show and sale at the Granite Run Mall, Baltimore Pike, Media (lower level - Center Court). The flower and plant sale hours are noon to 9 p.m., Friday, April 4; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday, April 5 and 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday, April 6. The exhibition of the African Violet show plants will be on Saturday, April 5, from noon to 9 p.m. and on Sunday, April 6, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.<br />
Start your own collection of America’s favorite house plant. Commercially grown plants and supplies will be sold, along with plants grown by our club members. All are welcome to attend.<br />
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<b>FREE Tour of Scott Arboretum Saturday</b><br />
Take a free guided tour of the Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College, 10-11:30 a.m., Saturday, March 29. This tour is designed for gardeners from beginners to experts. 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, call the Scott Arboretum offices at 610-328-8025.<br />
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<b>FREE Concert at Swarthmore College</b><br />
The 4th annual Faculty Composers Concert, featuring works by Swarthmore College faculty members performed by alumni and faculty musicians, will be held 8-9:30 p.m., March 28 in the Lang Music Building, Lang Concert Hall.<br />
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<b>'Medicare 101' FREE presentation available</b><br />
A free presentation will explain the basics of Medicare A, B, C and D. In addition, the presentation explains Medicare terminology such as co-pays, co-insurance, deductibles, Medicare HMO/Advantage Plans and medical and preventative services offered to Medicare beneficiaries in 2014. This free presentation will be held on Wednesday, April 16 at 2 p.m. at the Aston Community Center located at 3270 Concord Road in Aston.<br />
If you have any questions or would like to register for the course, contact Lori at 484-496-2138. Pre-registration is required. Do not contact the municipality directly, as workers may not be familiar with the program.<br />
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<b>FREE Spring concert announced</b><br />
Main Line Ecumenical Choir and Symphony Orchestra will hold its annual Spring Concert 3 pm Sunday (April 6) at the Church of The Good Samaritan, 212 W. Lancaster Ave., Paoli.<br />
Under the direction of Conductor Richard Zuch, the concert repertoire will include Requiem, by Gabriel Fauré, Te Deum III by G. F. Handel and Cherubic Hymn by Mikhail Glinka. There is no admission fee. <br />
Ample on-site free parking is available. For more information, visit www.Good-Samaritan.org/.<br />
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<b>Open House at Folsom Fire Company</b><br />
Folsom Fire Company, Sutton Ave., Folsom, will hold a Recruitment Open House 10 am to 2 pm Sat. (April 12). The Fire Company is looking for individuals interested in firefighting, fire police, and support personnel. Recruits will learn new skills, build lasting friendships and their resume, and have access to free training and modern equipment. Opportunities abound for everyone, from firefighting, driving, station and vehicle upkeep, and public education to web/social media support, recruiting, fundraising, and administrative duties.<br />
The open house is free and will feature live demonstrations, apparatus and equipment displays and light refreshments. Current members will be available to answer questions.<br />
For more information, come to the open house, stop by the station or call 610-461-9802.<br />
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<b>Ridley Health Awareness Day set for April 5</b></div>
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The Ridley Health Awareness Day and YMCA Healthy Kids Day, an annual offering of family fun, free health screenings, information, and activities, will be held 9 am to 12 noon Sat. (April 5) at Ridley High School, 901 Morton Ave., Folsom</div>
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Visit over 50 information stations to find out how to take care of your body, eat healthy and stay fit. Drop in on interactive games and activities offered for children and adults. Stop by early for free gifts and raffles. </div>
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The event is sponsored by the Taylor Community Foundation (TCF), Crozer Keystone Health System, Ridley School District, Ridley Township Board of Commissioners, and The Y. This event will be one of the biggest health fairs in all of Delaware County.</div>
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TCF is teaming up with Health Partners Plans to offer a free breakfast to the first 150 people who participate in a free health screening. There are over 15 free Health Screenings from which to choose.</div>
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Special Activities will include: Salsa, karate and preschool dance demo; YMCA Swim and Play; Wii Fit, massage, moon bounce, clowns, face painting, healthy cooking demos, snack-making stations, performances by the Ridley Drama Group and Fireworks Dance Studio.</div>
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<b>Everything You Need to Know Before Selling Your Home</b></div>
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Area residents can learn to eliminate many of the pitfalls and aggravations that can erupt during s house selling period – whether selling a home yourself or using a realtor. Options for staying in a home and reverse mortgages will also be discussed.</div>
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Presenters Robert and Dana Breslin, Esq. will offer the free presentation 1p.m., Wednesday (April 9) at the Aston Community Center, 3270 Concord Road, Aston. </div>
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For more information or to register for the course, call Lori at 484-496-2138.</div>
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<b>FREE admission to new water color exhibit at Widener</b></div>
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The Widener University Art Gallery will host the Philadelphia Water Color Society 2014 Members Exhibition of Works on Paper from March 18 through May 17. An Awards Reception will be held on Saturday, April 5 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the gallery.</div>
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The Philadelphia Water Color Society was founded in 1900 to offset the then common exhibition prejudice against watercolor. Today, it continues its mission of furthering watercolor art through annual exhibitions that have evolved into open and international events. More than 500 international artists comprise the Philadelphia Water Color Society membership.</div>
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The exhibition is juried by award-winning artist Kass Morin Freeman. Educated at the Moore College of Art and Design and Tyler School of Fine Art, Freeman has been involved for more than 30 years as a teacher, juror and workshop instructor with many groups and art institutions.</div>
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Having won more than 120 major awards in regional, national and international art exhibitions, Freeman’s work has been featured in several books and art publications. She is an elected member of the American and National Watercolor Societies and the Philadelphia Water Color Society among others. </div>
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The Widener Art Gallery is in the University Center on 14th Street between Walnut Street and Melrose Avenue. The gallery is open Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The gallery will be closed April 18 and 19 for the Easter holiday. For more information about the exhibition, call 610-499-1189 or visit www.widener.edu/artgallery.</div>
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